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he man arrested for allegedly committing more than a dozen confidence scams in Chilliwack before Christmas has an extensive record for similar crimes dating back to the 1990s. Donald Robert Quinnell was arrested on Jan. 2 and faces numerous charges in connection with the door-to-door frauds and thefts that targeted senior citizens. Last June, the 48-yearold was arrested in Deroche along with a young female accomplice for EB IRST a series of what Mission RCMP called “distraction First reported on thefts” that included the chilliwacktimes.com use of one-year-old baby. And in 2008, Quinnell was sentenced to six years in prison in Calgary after he was convicted of going to seniors complexes on the pretence of selling fresh fish, alcohol, cigarettes and other items. He would take cash deposits, then take off. In some cases he would steal money, wallets or credit cards. At the 2008 sentencing hearing in Calgary into the crimes where he stole more than $15,000, his lawyer said Quinnell had a { See CON MAN, page A3 }

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“pathological gambling addiction.” Art Director: Creative Director: Earlier that year, Quinnell also pleaded guilty to a similar string of Production Director:scams inCopywriter: VancouverAccount and Manager: was handed a 25-month prison sentence. Last year in Deroche, a 73-yearold resident called police after Quinnell and then 21-year-old Krisztina Krakoszki came with a baby to his door and asked for water for an overheating vehicle. When the resident returned, he found his 83-year-old wife’s purse was stolen. On Jan. 2 of this year, Quinnell was arrested in connection with approximately 15 incidents in Chilliwack and Agassiz before Christmas. He faces numerous counts of fraud, theft and identity theft. In December, Chilliwack RCMP reported they had received complaints of a male showing up to residences asking for money. In these instances, and similar ones in Agassiz, the male allegedly reported “As I visited each of our correctional he needed a ride to the hospital and institutions and met with front-line money to pay for various things, staff, they told me repeatedly, in a including an ambulance or to get a spontaneous and unsolicited way, that vehicle out if impound. violence has increased over the last In a case recounted to the Times two to three years,” Throness wrote. by an alleged victim, a man rang Throness said the proximity of the doorbell of her home in a gated inmates to each other is the greatest community and pretended to be safety risk. the son of a neighbour. He said he “Two inmates sharing a small cell needed a ride to the hospital, and can cause problems, so I was glad to eventually convinced her to give find that the government is building up $400. He then allegedly stole her almost 400 new cells, increasing our cellphone and $60 when she wasn’t capacity by a third,” he told the Times. looking. “This will enable us to reduce the Quinnell is currently in Surrey number of inmates who share a cell, Pretrial Centre, and had his latest which in turn increases prison safety.” court appearance by video in ChilA recent addition to Surrey Pretrial liwack on Monday. He’s next due in Services Centre has expanded the court Jan. 26. system by 216 cells, and the Okanagan - with a file from the Calgary Herald Correctional Centre in Oliver will be completed in the fall of 2016, which will expand capacity further by 378 cells. In a Jan. 8 Times article under “This will mark a 33 per cent system the headline “Running out of buriexpansion, from 1,796 to 2,390 cells,” al space,” it was incorrectly reportThroness wrote in his report. ed that plots at the Carman United Because of the huge costs in mainChurch Cemetery were only availtaining prisons, however, Throness able to members of that church. doesn’t think double-bunking will The information came from an ever be eliminated. Agricultural Land Commission To that end, he made 20 recommenapplication from another cemetery dations to use “proactive ways we can owner for non-farm use of a propbuild on our efforts to manage safety erty. That application was includrisks, from initial assessment on intake, ed in a Chilliwack city council staff to how offenders re-integrate into report. Manager Malcolm Olsen society. As well, training opportunities, said Carman Cemetery has at least treatment and other strategies can help 300 burial plots, 500 cremation to reduce risks to safety, both in custody plots and is open to the public. and in the greater community.” Production Artist:

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t was Nov. 13, 2008 when a violent, bloody brawl broke out in the gym at the maximum security Kent Institution in Agassiz. When it was all over, 27-year-old Andrew Craig was dead and two others, Justin Germa and Ryan Crossley, had serious stabbing injuries. Four inmates, Franjo Perovic, Robert Terence Bolton, Scott Edward Sanderson, and Nicholas Adam St. Hilaire, were charged with first degree murder. After the fight, eight shanks made of metal, wood and Plexiglas were found by police and correctional staff. The four men were convicted in B.C. Supreme Court of manslaughter last September. In a written decision released two weeks ago, Justice Elizabeth Arnold-Bailey said that the culture of violence in prison needed to be denounced and deterred. “It is fueled by the entrenched attitudes with regards to those persons perceived to be rats, skinners or otherwise as misfits, who do not fit the somewhat warped and hypocritical stereotype of a general population inmate, thus making such individuals vulnerable to violent attacks and death.” Disturbances at Kent were and are common, and it was not uncommon for staff to find shanks. In the year before Craig died, 64 weapons were seized at the jail and

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Women get ‘soft sentences’ BY GREG LAYCHAK glaychak@chilliwacktimes.com

he two women who pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the death of Chilliwack resident Tak Tei Lawrence Leung were sentenced in Calgary, Friday. Kristy Redgun, 20, and Allison Oldwoman, 22, were sentenced to fiveand-a-half year and three-and-a-half year prison terms respectively last week for the killing of Leung, according to reports by the Calgary Sun. Justice Robert Hall also gave Redgun a concurrent two-year term for attacking and badly injuring Leung’s girlfriend, Deahani Mitchell. Both Redgun and Oldwoman will have their custody reduced by 30 months as credit for time already served, according to the Sun. In late December, the Leung

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family expressed their disappointment in the justice system when it first appeared the sentencing would likely be lighter than they imagined. Lawrence’s brother Ken Leung told the Times last month that the prospect of such “soft sentences” had devastated his family. “The system should be made to protect the victims, the ones that are actually suffering,” he said before the new year. “They cry about how they’ve lost their kid for going to jail—they’re going to see their kid out and free within a couple of years. “We will never see my brother again.” Lawrence was stabbed at a house party early in the morning of May

18, 2013 when he was visiting his girlfriend in Gleichen, Alta. on a trip from Chilliwack. The former Chilliwack middle school and Chilliwack secondary school student was trying to protect his girlfriend at the time of the incident according to reports, and died from his knife wounds shortly after the encounter. Lawrence had lived in Alberta for two years, and had just moved back to Chilliwack at the time of the incident. He was about to start a new job as an alarm technician the week after his death. The Leung’s family business of 25 years was also slated to eventually be passed down to Lawrence who was learning its operations.

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he man facing a trial in the 2013 stabbing of two men at a downtown Chilliwack pub is behind bars facing a new charge of assault. Dustin Russell was on bail facing three charges in connection with the Sept. 29, 2013 incident that saw two men stabbed in an alleged fight over a game of pool at what

was District Public House at Five Corners. One man was arrested at the scene then released, and Russell later turned himself in. He is charged with aggravated assault, assault with a weapon and assault causing bodily harm. Two men, Adam Teskey and Jake Barstad, faced non-life-threatening injuries in the incident. The 21-year-old Russell was arrested Jan. 12 after the alleged

assault. On Tuesday, Crown counsel was scheduled to apply to have his bail revoked, but the hearing was postponed until Jan. 27. He remains in custody. A woman who said she was Russell’s girlfriend attended his court appearance Tuesday. She told the Times that she is the alleged victim of the assault and that she was with him when he was arrested, and the charge is bogus, falsely accused by a relative.

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Financial literacy this year’s City-Wide Challenge focus

he folks behind the annual City-Wide Literacy Challenge put a monetary twist on the 2015 iteration of the important promotional event. This year, financial literacy is the focus, and the challenge goes out for Chilliwack residents to do better with their money. “ I n c re a s i n g f i n a n cial literacy lets us take charge of our money, it turns reactive to proactive and helps us sleep better at night,” said Maggie Saunders, president of the Chilliwack Learning Society (CLS), sponsors of the annual challenge. “Give yourself the gift of a good night’s rest and take the challenge.” Family Literacy Day is Jan. 27, and “Money for Living” is the title of the City-Wide Financial Literacy Challenge, which runs Feb. 1 to 21. Family Literacy Day is a national awareness initiative created by ABC

Life Literacy Canada in 1999 and held annually on Jan. 27 to raise awareness of the importance of reading and engaging in other literacy-related activities as a family. The Money for Living campaign is part of a new initiative in Chilliwack called The Financial Literacy Project. The project aims to increase the financial success of people with low incomes. The project vision is to respect and empower people to take control of their lives by improving financial literacy skills, through community support. “We hope people will take advantage of the change in this year ’s City-Wide Literacy Challenge and its focus on financial literacy,” said CLS vice-president Ken Goudswaard. “We need to enhance our mastery of financial literacy because many people are not adequately organizing their money for things

such as education and their retirement, let alone their daily living. Literacy and numeracy are vital skills we need young people to hone in order to

live intelligent, creative and involved lives.” Go to www.chilliwacklearning.com to find out where to get a ballot for the City-Wide Finan-

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Council nixes extra funding BY PAUL J. HENDERSON Chilliwack Times

ity council provided its annual $31,500 funding grant to Chilliwack Restorative Justice and Youth Advocac y Association (CRJYAA) at Tuesday’s meeting but declined to provide $10,000 extra for a pilot project in a school. C R J YA A e x e c u t i v e director Kathy Funk gave a presentation to council on the agency’s successes over the last year. “It’s a busy office,” Funk said, pointing out the downtown storefront responded to 800 people in person last year. CRJYAA dealt with 176 files in 2014, up from 166 in 2013. CRJYAA provides alternative justice for adults and youth, saving money by taking offenders out of the court system. But Funk said CRJYAA also has had great success helping people with reoffending. She pointed to statistics that found 83 per cent of youth who completed their agreement with CRJYAA did not re-offend while 57 per cent of those in the court system re-offended. Of the offences dealt with by CRJYAA in 2014,

61 per cent were shoplifting, nine per cent mischief and six per cent assault. The remainder were: theft, breakand-enter, fraud under $5,000, theft from vehicles, trespassing and cyber crime. In 2013, CRJYAA started talks with the school district about a pilot program to start this year. The program would introduce restorative justice to students at Chilliwack middle school. Funk applied for a onetime $10,000 grant for this pilot project through the city’s Community Development Initiatives Funding (CDIF ) program. Because School District No. 33 had not committed funding for the pilot project, city staff recommended this grant not be approved and council agreed. At Tuesday’s meeting, council also approved CDIF funding of $218,000, an increase of $5,000 over last year, to the Chilliwack Community Policing Society (CPS). CPS provides community-based policing programs such as Block Watch, Grow Watch, Speed Watch, Citizens on Patrol and Crime Free Multi-Housing.

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anada may have invested beyond its means in an oil boom that has come to a crude halt. Sure, the cheaper pump price has a direct impact for consumers who will have more disposable income. But as a result are we spending this money on imported goods? If so, this may eventually lead to more of our hard earned dollars being shipped off shore in exchange for the perishing and disposable products we allow in. In the short term, this drop in gas prices may directly be good for the consumer but why have prices for other goods and services not followed suit and also decreased? Or will they decrease and that will be the beginning of the deflation period for our country? We have already seen the loonie shrink in value. Will the cost of imported consumer goods increase as the dollar weakens? Around 112,000 jobs are linked to the oil industry. With less oil production, less labour is required and this has a negative impact on spending overall. These mining workers can no longer afford the lifestyles they have been living, they stop spending and can no longer service their debt. The flow on effect continues. Consumers begin to think prices will continue to fall and delay their purchases but as we all know the growth of an economy relies upon consumers spending now. The government may soon be dipping into our pockets as pressure is placed upon increased unemployment insurance payouts and decreasing tax revenues.

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t my first newspaper job in Grand Forks I’ll never forget the one homicide case that hit the small town during my time there. I was new to the business, so when an RCMP spokesperson called me up to make an unusual request, I naively and quickly agreed. “Can you not report on how we caught the suspect, because, well, it’s kind of our only thing?” he said, more or less. And Mr. Big, at least in the Kootenay-Boundary, stayed a secret with me. The so-called “Mr. Big” sting is the well-used, and now much more widely well-known, RCMP technique of busting murderers. The idea is that an undercover officer acts as a leader of a fake criminal oganization to get a suspect to admit to serious crimes. “You want our help?” so goes the ruse, “Tell us the details of the murder you did so we can trust you.” It might surprise many to learn that the Mr. Big technique so commonly used in Canada, developed in the 1970s, is illegal in most countries. That includes the U.S. Critics say it illicits false confes-

PAUL J. HENDERSON @peejayaitch sions and last August the Supreme Court put limits on it, although it did not rule Mr. Big out of line altogether. The high court said Mounties preyed on uneducated Nelson Hart to get him to admit to the 2007 murder of his twin three-yearold daughters. The court ordered Hart face a new trial, and the Mr. Big confession cannot be used against the man. Have you ever been the victim of a confidence scam? Certainly this can be embarrassing. A local woman spoke to me, sheepishly, about how she was the victim of a con artist who pretended to be down on his luck to dupe her out of $400. He then allegedly stole a cellphone and $60 more. She wanted to spread the word about what happened but didn’t want her name used. It’s embarrassing. So imagine committing a murder, ostensibly getting away with it and car-

rying on with your life, only to decide to hook up with a criminal organization hoping they can help you out. Then you find out the crime boss is actually a cop and you’re busted. Now that’s embarrassing—execution by shame. It’s a cliché but, if something seems too good to be true, it probably is. “The reason that people fall for it is that it is based on real life,” RCMP Inspector Scott Sheppard told the Globe and Mail. “It is based on what criminal organizations are doing at the time, and we simply mimic them.” Former Chilliwack resident George Mitchell Allgood fooled a lot of people for a long time. Known by the stolen identity Reno Trevor Hogg, he worked at Sto:lo Nation and gained the confidence of dozens of people, including some high-profile individuals, among them, former Mission mayor James Atebe and Gwen Point. Allgood was sentenced to life in prison for the first-degree murder of his former girlfriend Susan Reinhardt and the attempted murder of her boyfriend David Ristow. He used a 12-gauge shot-

gun to shoot the couple while they slept. Allgood was later plied by easy money and promises from a supposed crime boss he started to work for. Getting away with so much for so long—including hiding his true identity as someone who murdered in the U.S. in 1984—Allgood spilled the beans about the murder of Reinhardt in a Mr. Big sting. During arguments at the sentencing hearing his lawyer Morris Bodnar argued Allgood made up the story because he believed it’s what Mr. Big wanted to hear. Mr. Big may be ethically borderline, but I see nothing wrong with an officer lying to a criminal to get a confession. Mr. Big works, at least up until now. I didn’t tell folks in Grand Forks about it 15 years ago, but few don’t know about it now. Its days may be numbered. Too bad. “We do everything in our power to get people to become truthful,” Inspector Sheppard said of those officers who play Mr. Big. “You can lie to your wife, you can lie to your girlfriend, you can lie to your boss, but you don’t lie to us.” Exactly. Just don’t tell my wife or my boss about that.

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Dr. applauds local hospital Editor: On Jan. 3, during a stay in Sardis with friends, I suddenly became the recipient of the health care system I have worked in for more than 30 years. There was a call put through to 911 which quickly and efficiently dispatched a very impressive and knowledgeable ambulance team. My visit to the Chilliwack hospital was made especially pleasant by the ambulance team periodically checking in on me during the course of the day. I would like to thank Dr. Paul Mallam, the compassionate Chilliwack hospital staff, and the ambulance team, for their exemplary care. Dr. Francis K. Osei-Tutu (urology) Terrace

Little validity to argument Editor: Gert Vande Bunte’s letter (Jan. 15 Chilliwack Times) purports to logically dismiss the need for concern about man’s contribution of CO2 to our atmosphere. He fails

Online: www.chilliwacktimes.com Email: editorial@chilliwacktimes.com Mail: 45951 Trethewey Ave., Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 1K4. Letters must include first and last name, and a daytime phone number. Please remember, brevity is the soul of wit. to cite a source of the petition he cites. He fails to cite his evidence for the prediction that the Earth will cool as a matter of course all by itself, implying that the CO2 content of the atmosphere has nothing to do with this phenomenon. Being a retired science teacher with an ongoing interest in the subject, I fail to see much validity in his arguments. My understanding is this: (1) CO2 is a greenhouse gas; (2) An increase in the percentage of CO2 in the atmosphere contributes

to global warming; (3) Since the onset of the industrial revolution, with its much greater fuel combustion, the percentage of CO2 has been rising at a much faster rate than previously; (4) With the increase in world population, the combustion of fuels also increases; (5) There is worldwide melting of glaciers and polar ice, and a measurable rise in ocean temperatures and levels; (6) Deforestation by burning not only adds to atmospheric CO2, but reduces the net green vegetation

that normally consumes CO2 as a building block of life; (6) The amount of CO2 and other greenhouse gases released by volcanic eruptions has not increased significantly over the course of human history; (7) Worldwide climate changes occur for a reason. All of these things have been carefully documented. The logical conclusion is that we are, indeed, contributing significantly to the increasing level of CO2 in our atmosphere and its resulting ill effects. Reducing our CO2 output is one critical step we can take to slow down and perhaps stop those ill effects. Denying and ignoring our responsibility is not logical. Robert Blacklock Chilliwack

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Insurable damages, such as sewer or sump pit back-up, water entry from above ground including roofs, windows or other areas of the building that are not at ground level, are not eligible for DFA. Assistance is limited to providing 80 percent of allowable items that are considered essential to a home, livelihood or charitable service, for the portion of the claim that exceeds $1,000. To apply for financial assistance, individuals must complete and return an Application for Disaster Financial Assistance. Application forms are available from the Emergency Management BC web site at: http://www.embc.gov.bc.ca/em/ dfa_claims/dfa.html, Government Agent offices, most local government offices, Emergency Management BC regional offices, or by e-mailing the EMBC Recovery Office in Victoria at DFA@gov.bc.ca or calling toll-free at 1-888-257-4777.

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Editor: Recently my husband had to take time off work to fight a $167 ticket he was issued in September 2013 for not wearing his seat belt while marking city intersections for a charity bicycle ride. A clause in the BC Motor Vehicle Act allows drivers to temporarily forgo the use of a seat belt while engaged in work that requires one to exit and re-enter a motor vehicle at frequent intervals, as long as the vehicle does not exceed 40 km/hr. He was aware of this regulation but was not given the opportunity to explain himself at the time the ticket was written. In the meantime, my husband’s small business has been broken into three times in the past year with hundreds of dollars worth of goods stolen and glass claims in the thousands. Not a single perpetrator has been caught, nor merchandize returned. Is it just me, or is there something completely wrong with this scenario? Jennifer Douglas Chilliwack

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› Faith Today BY ROB AYER Crossroads Community Church

here is a story told of a hiker who slipped off a cliff, but managed to grab a tree limb on the way down. While dangling there, he cried out in desperation, “Is anyone up there?” God spoke, “I am here. I am the Lord. Do you believe in me?” Hanging on for dear life, the man responded, “Yes, Lord, I believe in you. I really do, but I can’t hold on much longer!” “That’s all right,” comforted the Lord, “if you really believe, you have nothing to worry about. I will save you. Just let go of the branch.” A moment passed. Then the hiker said, “Is anyone else up there?” What good is our faith? What do we believe in? And why?

What good is your faith?

The Christian faith is predicated upon a person, Jesus Christ. Christians believe that God sent Him to this earth to act as our go-between: the One and Only who could restore our broken relationship with the One who made us and loves us. But that was then and this is now. We have all fallen off a cliff. We are all in the same position: estranged from our Creator by the choices we make that distance us from him and his hope for our lives. What are we going to do? “Is anyone up there?”Christians believe that there is. Christians believe in God.

Christians believe that this universe got its start from something that pre-existed it, something eternal, something that got the ball rolling apart from itself. Christians believe that the obvious purpose and design of our universe is evidence of an “Intelligent Designer.” Christians believe that that something is actually a someone, a person, which would explain why we have personality. And Christians believe that man’s conscience points to a higher law (and Lawgiver) outside of himself. Taken together, Christians would reason that that “First Cause,” that

“Intelligent Designer,” that “Lawgiver” is personal and knowable. And his name is God, the Lord of heaven and earth. Is this an air-tight case for faith? Of course not! But I think it is reasonable for something we hope for but we cannot see. I think it is reasonable as far as reason goes. As Christian theologian St. Augustine once remarked, “God does not expect us to submit our faith to him without reason, but the very limits of our reason make faith a necessity.” I’m inclined to agree. That God loves us so much that he sent his Son, Jesus Christ to this earth

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to solve a problem that we created by our choices to live our lives apart from the One who knows what’s best for us. God extends his friendship to us through Jesus to forgive and repair our broken relationship with— because He loves us! “Is anyone else up there?” Nope. Just God who sent His Son and leaves His Spirit. So, Christians would say, “If we really believe in Him, we have nothing to worry about. He will save us. Here and now.” What good is your faith? What do you believe? And why? ◗ Rob Ayer is a Catholic come Baptist come Mennonite child of faith thinking out loud at Crossroads Community Church. You can reach him at rob@crossroadscommunity.ca.

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early three-quarters of Canadians living with Alzheimer’s disease are women. It’s an eye-opening statistic, but it’s not news to the many Chilliwack families whose lives have been altered by the dementia journey, many of whom will participate at the Investors Group Walk for Memories this Sunday, Jan. 25. “Women represent 72 per cent of Canadians living with Alzheimer’s disease,” says Jude Weir, the Alzheimer Society of B.C.’s Support & Education co-ordinator for Chilliwack/Hope. “They could be

your mothers, wives, sisters, grandmothers or friends.” That’s why the Society’s annual Alzheimer Awareness Month campaign in January has adopted the theme The 72%. It aims to inform women in their 40s and older about the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, brain health and how the programs and services of the non-profit Alzheimer Society of B.C. can help. More women than men are living with Alzheimer’s disease because they live longer and age is a significant risk

factor, Weir says. Participants can still register to participate in the Investors Group Walk for Memories indoors at Landing Sports Centre, 45530 Spadina Ave. It starts at 2 p.m. To register or donate, visit www.walkformemories. com. Registration will also take place at 1 p.m. at the centre. The 72% Awareness Month campaign kicked off in January but local families living with dementia can receive assistance year-round from Weir. She can be contacted at 604859-3889 or jweir@alzheimerbc.org.

BC Biomedical Laboratory is moving…. After years of dedicated service, BC Biomedical Laboratory, located at 201-9200 Mary St. in Chilliwack will be moving to a new location. We will close our current location at noon on January 23rd, remain closed on January 24th and re-open at our new address on January 26th, 2015. Our new facility is located at #608-8236 Eagle landing Parkway (Beside Tim Horton’s). The new expanded facility will help us to continue providing the highest possible care and service to the people of Chilliwack. Our new facility is also more accessible with ground level entry and ample parking.

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“Our goal is to ensure those living along the pipeline benefit from the employment generated.” - Greg Toth, Senior Project Director, Trans Mountain Expansion Project

Trans Mountain’s vision is to see the opportunities created by the project lead to long-term economic advantages for communities along the right-of-way. The construction and first 20 years of operation of the proposed expansion are expected to create a total of 108,000 person years of employment. We want to deliver lasting local benefits.

• We have a commitment to maximizing employment opportunities for both Aboriginal and local people. • The $5.4 billion Expansion Project is all private sector capital, $3.2 billion of which will be spent in BC. No taxpayer dollars are at risk. • At the peak of construction, 4,500 people will be working on the pipeline. • The expansion will create approximately 3,000 direct, indirect and induced jobs per year for at least 20 years of operation, the majority of which will be in BC. • $4.3 billion in tax revenues will be generated from construction and 20 years of operation. • BC communities will accrue aggregate property tax increases of approximately $23.2 million per year, rising from $23 million to $46.2 million. • During construction, workers will spend $382 million on accommodation, meals and personal items in BC communities. • Every time a tanker docks at Westridge Marine Terminal, it brings $310,000 worth of value to the Metro Vancouver economy. • The project will unlock access to world markets for our oil, resulting in substantial tax revenues for all Canadians.

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World champ pays club a visit BY GREG LAYCHAK glaychak@chilliwacktimes.com

etired Canadian curling star Randy Ferbey visited the Chilliwack curling club last week to shake hands and thank seniors for continuing with the sport. The four-time world champion stopped in on a tour around the country to promote the first Everest Ferbey National Pro Am event, which he created along with Everest Funeral and Concierge Services. “[Seniors] don’t get enough recognition,” Ferbey said. “They support curling by attending events. When you go to events, probably 90 per cent of the crowd is the senior people.” But there’s been very little offered to the older demographic of curlers according to the champ as the focus is often on the Olympic teams and other competitive crews. So he’s bringing more recognition to the group because even as other leagues diminish, seniors are stable participants in the sport. “They keep supporting this, hence another reason to give back to them,” Ferbey said. Spots for the Everest Ferbey National Pro Am event are won in a random draw, with entry available at all registered clubs. Chilliwack was among the first clubs to register for the event. Club members are eligible to win a weekend trip to Edmonton for the final days of the Canadian Senior

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Hall-of-famer Randy Ferbey visited the Chilliwack curling club last week to promote his new Everest Ferbey National Pro Am event which was created to thank seniors for curling. curling championships where they will also play a casual match against Ferbey and three other curlers. “This is just going to be a total fun thing, we’re going to put them up in a hotel, go out for dinner,” he said. “They’re going to be looked after.” Sandy MacKenzie, 68, was one of the lucky curlers to meet Ferbey at the Chilliwack curling club. “After shaking Randy’s hand I don’t want to wash it off, I want to take it out there,” MacKenzie said pointing to the ice. “It’ll bring me good luck.” It’s been since high school that MacKenzie curled and a friend of his recently encouraged him to get back to the sport.

“It’s so much fun,” he said. “I’ve met so many people.” MacKenzie said he will definitely be entering the Everest Ferbey draw. As for Ferbey, he admits he is now past the 50-year-old mark that qualifies him as a senior. The Sherwood Park native now plays in a Friday night mixed league and a Tuesday night men’s league, which he said are anything but competitive. “I look forward to the social aspect more than anything,” Ferbey said. But after winning at the highest of levels, playing with friends has its drawbacks, he jokes. “They expect me to make every shot.”

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fter a two-win weekend at home, the Chiefs regained first place in the Mainland division with victories over the Victoria Grizzlies (4-2) and the Surrey Eagles (4-2). In a game that gave new goalie David Jacobson his first win on the squad Friday, the Chiefs offence started off-target but honed their aim during the final 20 minutes. After a scoreless first frame, Victoria took a 1-0 lead with a second period goal by Dane Gibson at 12:53. Though Jacobson let one puck through, he held off 40 minutes of Grizzly shots, seeing the island team outfire the Chiefs 27-12. “If you looked at the scoring chances in the first period, we actually outchanced them,” head coach Jason Tatarnic said. “We hit some poles some crossbars, we just couldn’t find the back of the net and in the third period we eventually did.” Jordan Kawaguchi started what would become a four-goal period with his tying point almost five minutes into the frame. Rory Bell followed with a power-play goal to put the Chiefs in the lead, and Jake Larson solidified the upper hand notching one on the scoreboard two minutes later. Victoria’s Gibson returned the favour with his second score of the night to

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fKurt Black (right, 10) and Ben Vikich of the Surrey Eagles (left, 9) meet on the ice last Saturday at Prospera Centre during the 4-2 Chilliwack victory. make it a one-point game with less than two minutes to go. An empty-netter by Jake Hand sealed the 4-2 Chilliwack victory with only 19 seconds remaining on the clock. Saturday was a different story offensively against Surrey as the newest Chiefs member, Scott Davidson from Trail, started the scoring in period one with his first goal since

moving to Chilliwack. The Eagles went goal-for-goal with their hosts in the second period, answering Davidson’s earlier point and then matching Tipper Higgins’ score, to finish 40 minutes at 2-2. Jordan Kawaguchi put the Chiefs in the lead again in the final frame with a power-play goal. The Abbotsford native has gained some Internet notoriety for feeding Hand a fast pass

between his skates to set up the fourth Chilliwack point to post another 4-2 win. “He reacted to the lane and he took the quickest way to make the pass,” said Tatarnic. “It was a special play.” In the previous two games coach Tatarnic had felt forwards and defenders as a whole weren’t defending well, but last weekend was a complete reversal.

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“I thought the guys did a really good job and even created some offensive chances off our defensive zone coverage,” he said. It’s a tight race at the top of the division with the Rivermen only one point behind Chilliwack before Wednesday’s matchup in Langley between the two rivals. Both the Chiefs and the Rivermen have already clinched a playoff spot in the Mainland. Chilliwack hosts Trail on Friday at 7 p.m., before heading on an island run to Victoria and Duncan over the weekend. With four games in five days the week will be a test for the Chiefs, and every game has importance. Former Trail Smoke Eater Davidson will face his old teammates when they come to Prospera for the first time since his roster move. Coming off of their defeat in Chilliwack, the Victoria Grizzlies will want redemption. And with little rest before their Sunday afternoon game, the Chiefs will tackle a Cowichan Valley team that is fighting for a playoff spot of their own.

Superstitions, weird & ’Wacky, a big part of the game Barry Douglas Chiefs Report we have a shot of going over 3,500. Guess I better toss on my lucky, 15-year-old shirt that we received at the 2000 Royal Bank Cup in Fort Mac. I actually sported that 15-year-old well-worn shirt that has sleeves two sizes too small and could probably stand on its own prior to last Friday’s Chiefs 4-2 victory over Victoria. The aged shirt, of course, is

the reason we took home the two points, well, that’s of course if you are a tad superstitious. Some of you might be snickering while some of you might be relating and thinking of your own good luck charms. It made me think that Chiefs players should be asked the question: “What are your superstitions?” So with the help of the Chiefs in-stand lady Hayley, we polled some of the fellas. To no large surprise, it is very common for most of the players to eat the same meal and listen to the same tunes prior to each game. Some guys will put on their gear left to right or right

to left but some of the superstitions had an interesting twist. Speedster Brandon Potomak is always first to the rink, which kind of makes sense. When you are as quick as he is on the ice, you are bound to be first at most destinations. Craig Puffer likes to keep to himself. He listens to calm music and sits in the same seat in Prospera Centre during the pre-game. Rumour has it, it is a seat number 15. The Chiefs leading scorer also plays two games of ping pong with roommate Tipper Higgins on game days. Potential 2015 NHL draft

pick, defenceman Vincent Desharnais, likes to watch shows on Netflix and has different handshakes with different players. Fellow blueliner Bennett Morrison reties his skates between periods. Liam Ferguson who eats an apple and drinks Tim Hortons tea on game days, prefers to be one of the last two players in the team pre-game run around rink. If you see a player in a blue suit around Chilliwack, on a home-game day, you are pretty much guaranteed it will be forward Kurt Black. If it is a Chiefs

away game day, Black will be wearing his lucky grey suit. The highly skilled Jake Larson has some superstitions that you could say have worked, having won a Royal Bank Cup. Larson sits in the same seat at the rink until 6:09 and has listened to the same play list for a few years which includes Eminem and Wiz Khalifa. I have a feeling Chiefs fans are suddenly googling Wiz Khalifa. Goaltenders are said to be a little “different” and the Chiefs Aiden Pelino could be in that category. He gets off the ice { See CHIEFS, page A15 }

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{ CHIEFS, from page A14 } from warm up with exactly 16 seconds remaining in the pre-game skate, does a high-five with fellow puck stopper David Jacobson and then they plant a kiss on each other’s foreheads. Even the Chiefs bench boss is

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y the time Kayla Bradshaw was warming up for her high school junior basketball team’s third game of the season in December, she had already played in two games for the senior squad as well. “Some of us do, we switch back and forth,” the Grade 10 Chilliwack secondary school (CSS) student said. “They don’t have that many girls on the team.” And while Bradshaw benefits from the early exposure to faster-paced play, her time on the senior team is a desperate adaptation by coach Brian Downey who also splits his own time between the two levels. The retired teacher took on the senior girls when long-time coach Joe Ogmundson took a leave of absence. Now he’s struggling to make the best of a team with many players who have other priorities. “I have a pianist who works very hard at being a pianist,” he said. “I have a dancer who works very hard at being a dancer; I have volleyball players, I have elite track and field . . . I have an elite level lacrosse player.” As a result, Downey said he runs a particular defence based on who can show up for a certain game, not just game strategy itself.

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Chilliwack secondary junior player Ragini Dhawan drives past Aydan Harvey of Sardis in a December game at CSS. Sardis won 42-17. At the beginning of the high school basketball season this year, it looked uncertain if Chilliwack secondary would have enough players to put together either of the girls teams. While local basketball star Sarah Wierks climbs closer to the top of

the Canada West all-time rebounding list with the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) Cascades, her former high school has experienced a rapid slide down the ranks of its women’s league. { See SCHOOL, page A16 }

Coach always wears winning tie open to some good fortune moves. Jason Tatarnic is known to listen to certain music when he dresses and tosses on the same winning tie. After eating his lucky pasta, he departs for the rink at 4:30 p.m. There is one

more good luck effort by coach Tatarnic that I think should receive the award for most creative superstition. Coach Tatarnic’s suit will never be the same colour or in any way match the opposition’s official colours.

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› Sports Three years ago Ogmundson stopped running the community program he had overseen for about 15 years. Since then there has been a falloff in attendance for tryouts. “Ogmundson did it all,” said CSS athletic director Joe Mauro. “There comes a point where somebody else has to take the bull by the horns and say, ‘We need to get back.’” Both Mauro and Ogmundson remember a time when things were different, when the girls basketball culture was important at their school and the team was feared. “We had no money, we’d just show up and play hard,” Ogmundson said. “That was the kind of mentality anybody could play anywhere. Play hard. Then the shift happened.” CSS supplanted by GWG If the Chilliwack-fed composition of the UFV Cascades women’s basketball team is any indication—newer

recruits Jenika Bannerman and Kait- longer season and attention he said is lyn McDonald are both G. W. Graham needed to compete. The private club provides a variety of (GWG) alumni—the era of CSS women’s basketball has been supplanted programs for kids of all ages and levels alongside a few other local off-season for now. groups. Jake Moua huge tool ritzen, athletic “There comes a point and“It’sI don’t think director at GWG, where somebody else there’s a top prosaid kids have to in the provplay eight to 12 has to take the bull by gram ince or anywhere months a year to . . . that doesn’t make it to an elite the horns . . . .” have a large level in today’s - Joe Mauro group of basketbasketball world. ball players that “If [students] play club basketare interested in . . . going on to post secondary athletics ball in the spring or summer,” Mouritthey have to focus on one or two sports zen said. “It’s just a must at this point.” But he stressed that the program at because that’s just how competitive it is out there,” Mouritzen said. “And GWG is successful not solely because sometimes in Chilliwack we don’t of his and other clubs, but because quite appreciate the competition level of the hard work and partnerships of in the rest of the province and country.” their teacher and community coaches. Junior girls basketball coach for As owner and director of the Trans Canada basketball club, Mouritzen is Sardis secondary, Gina Graves, has actively pursuing ways to provide the also made great effort to build the pro-

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Downey factors in a number of small influences from conflicts with other activities to French immersion taking kids to Sardis. Ogmundson, though, has seen a lot of change during his coaching years at CSS, and said he’s witnessed a dramatic decrease in support from the school and enthusiasm from would-be teacher coaches and the community— including parents. “The cross pollination of community sport with school sport doesn’t happen the way it used to,” he said. “We used to be able to build a community program and then use whatever money that we had from the community program and pay for the school one.” Everyone used to be happy. But that can’t happen anymore, Ogmundson said. “Now if we’re a community program we have to pay a higher rate on gym rent, we have to pay a higher rent on equipment, and so on down the line.” He said there’s little incentive to run programs outside of the school season.

Private club trying to provide needed longer season

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Hunter takes aim at winning MasterChef BY PAUL J. HENDERSON phenderson@chilliwacktimes.com

as venison, bear and elk. “I love providing for my family organic game meat,” Wood said in her YouTube video. ammy Wood can singlehandedly She fishes on the Fraser River, smokes turn a wild animal into a gourmet her own salmon and even makes her meal. own sausage. How does braised, roasted elk with “I thoroughly enjoy the hunt,” she caramelized onions and mushrooms said. served atop a turnip said she has horseradish purée “I love providing asWood many as 30 venison sound? recipes in her repertoire Or maybe Italian elk for my family and one day hopes to sausage with oregano organic game create a venison cookand olive tapenade book. served with wasabi meat . . . I That first episode of mayonnaise? thoroughly enjoy the series will show the Those are just two home cooks present sample dishes the Agasthe hunt.” their signature dish for siz hunter showed off tasting judges Michael in a YouTube video that - Tammy Wood Bonacini, Alvin Leung served as her applicaand Claudio Aprile. tion for the CTV series The first season of MasterChef CanMasterChef Canada. ada quickly became a hit averaging The second season of MasterChef 1.8 million viewers making it the mostCanada kicks of Feb. 8, and features watched Canadian series in the country home cooks competing for a $100,000 for the 2013/2014 broadcast season. cash prize. ◗ Season two of MasterChef Canada The show features 49 cooks—includpremieres Feb. 8 at 7 p.m. on CTV. ing a retired pro-football player, a veterinarian, a bus driver and a military veteran—competing to make it into the top 16 who will then battle it out for the Submitted photo grand prize. Tammy Wood of Agassiz will bring her Wood will certainly stand out from other contestants as she focuses on wild game meat A-game to the set of MasterChef Canada. caught salmon and hunted meats such

Food fight! Two chefs, two different battles Times food columnist Chef Dez gets Chopped

nother local foodie and familiar name hits the TV airwaves soon as Fraser Valley’s Chef Dez is on the Food Network Canada show Chopped Canada. Chef Dez, whose real name is Gordon Desormeaux, will appear in episode 12 of the show (March 28), which kicked off on Jan. 10. Chef Dez has 12 years experience and a Red Seal Certification. He is a cooking instructor, cookbook author and food columnist whose columns regularly

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appear in the Times. Chopped Canada features 52 chefs, four per episode, battling it out with a mystery ingredient and a fully stocked kitchen. Course-by-course, one out of the four competitors is chopped from the competition until only one remains at the end of each episode. The winners walk away with $10,000 and the title of Chopped Canada champion. If he wins, Chef Dez said he plans to take his family to Disneyland. The first season of Chopped Canada saw the highest audience in Food Network Canada’s history. The second half of the season returns in fall 2015 with more of Canada’s culinary talent taking on the Chopped Canada kitchen. ◗ For more info on Chef Dez visit www. chefdez.com, and on Chopped Canada visit www.choppedcanada.ca. Episodes run Saturdays.

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have your game face on.” Airshow, a new TV series on Discovery Channel Canada premiering next week will give fly fans an early fix. The program follows the professional lives and adventures of Flynn and a handful of airshow pilots over more than two years as they tour the air entertainment circuit. To capture the true spirit of the adrenaline-fueled events, producers Great Pacific Television (best known for Highway Thru Hell) focused on the interplay between the pilots and their air boss. “They knew they needed to capture a lot of that air-to-ground backand-forth,” Flynn says. “And most of the action goes through the air boss.” During an event they are the prime contact of the airshow so Great Pacific mic’d pilots and air boss alike over the course of filming, capturing immense amounts of footage during the stars’ travels. Flynn has worked with local flyer and Airshow co-star Super Dave Mathieson since he started in the show circuit five years ago. “[Donna] runs a very safe airshow,” Mathieson says. “She’s very strict about it—she has to be.” “She keeps the boys in line that’s for sure.” Flynn says that to keep the “testosterone injected” environment safe, she has developed her own style of air bossing. One of very few females in her role, the Prince George native has found her niche eliciting co-operation and safe behaviour from pilots with an approach that has taken more than 20 years to evolve. “I’ve actually had very little push back,” Flynn says. “They follow what we need them to follow—or there are consequences.” The air boss has the power to ground a flyer at her events, but it rarely comes to such measures. Ringmasters like Flynn have to be uncompromising on the rules because of the unforgiving nature of the airshow pilot profession. Mathieson says he and his ilk can’t afford mistakes—friends are lost every year. But having a trustworthy leader like Flynn allows him to concentrate on his own tasks.

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Premiere: Jan. 26, 7 p.m., every Monday afterwards Network: Discovery Channel Canada Producer: Great Pacific Television Facebook: www.facebook.com/ AirshowTV “Other times you do an airshow where the air boss is not really as focused as Donna and we’re looking over our shoulders making sure the airspace is clear,” he says. “We’re not 100 per cent focused on what we have to do, but having Donna at the helm lets us do that.” One of the teaser clips released by Discovery in advance of the Airshow premiere shows Super Dave testing a new plane when problems arise in flight. “Hey Donna, call the crash truck,” his muffled radio voice says during dramatic GoPro footage. “How many times do I get that?” Flynn asks. Having just completed her 340th show day at over 35 different sites there has been a lot of opportunities for incidents in her career. Flynn says she has seen her share of small emergencies, like smaller First World War aircraft going 80 kilometres per hour lumbering off into the grass. But she’s also dealt with only two major crashes in her time. At Moffett Field in California, one pilot erred and crashed on his “line” (a pre-designated flight path away from the crowd). All the rules were followed and the lucky pilot walked away from the wrecked plane. The other accident was near Ottawa when the wing of a microjet separated from the fuselage mid-flight. That pilot didn’t survive, but because rules were in place and being respected, no one else was injured. “If something goes wrong, you’re the first person that they look at,” Flynn says. They want answers and directions from the air boss in both good times and bad. “It’s a huge amount of responsibil-

ity with very little glory.” Learned to fly her dad’s plane When her father died in 1985, Flynn and her brother were left with dad’s Cessna 185 bushplane. Refusing to get rid of the craft, both siblings instead learned how to fly it. That led Flynn to a stint as a private pilot like her father before her, doing everything from caribou tracking in the winter and float flying in the summer. She got her commercial licence in 1989 “just to feel equal to the old men on the ramp that had their private licences.” The gender imbalance in aviation was pronounced in those days, Flynn says. While volunteering in Vanderhoof helping civilian pilots in the late 1980s, she was offered an air boss position that had suddenly opened. In a trial-by-fire training, Flynn started getting small airshows in Kenora and Saskatoon from a military friend, who she partnered with a decade later. She bought him out in 1999 and hasn’t looked back, working all across North America and even finding time to take on new projects like the Airshow gig. Initially it was a challenge working with the camera crews and directors to make the series. “The first six months or so we fumbled and we also did a bit of training, we did a mock airshow,” Flynn says. “They learned how to walk around the aircraft and the ramp and deal with me, and how to mic up my radio—and we learned what their needs were.” It took a lot of hard work but the end result is seamless according to Flynn who makes an appearance in all 12 episodes. “We’re really excited for the premiere,” she says. “We’re also very excited for the city because we also know how much filming we did here in Chilliwack.” And when the series airs, viewers around Canada will see how Flynn and the lesser-known air boss profession contribute to airshow events as much as the flyers. “The pilots get their thrill from pulling six or eight gs,” says Flynn. “I get my thrill at the end of the last show day when everyone’s down and clear.”

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Newly elected Chilliwack city councillor Sam Waddington recently moved into the upstairs apartment of what was formerly known as the Imperial Theatre building. theatres, the Imperial Theatre was used for meetings, community gatherings and conventions as well as a venue for live entertainment. Chilliwack suffragettes met in 1915 at the Imperial Theatre; in August 1916 the Imperial hosted a meeting in support of alcohol prohibition. During the First World War footage of the war effort as well as news reels kept Chilliwack’s residents informed of current events. The Imperial Theatre was remodeled in March 1926 to accommodate motion picture viewing with improved and

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Stylish, elegant take on bluegrass

he Harrison Festival Society’s 26th Season of Performing Arts continues into 2015 with the stylish, elegant bluegrass nouveau of John Reischman and the Jaybirds Saturday, Jan. 31 at 8 p.m. in the historic Harrison Memorial Hall. Like the mandolinist at its helm, the Jaybirds fashion a refreshing take on bluegrass that is at once innovative and unadorned, sophisticated and stripped-down, happily old-fashioned, yet unselfconsciously new. “John Reischman is one of the leading bluegrass mandolin players in North America,” says Harrison Festival Society Artistic Director, Andy Hillhouse. “Along with his stunning technique, his approach to bluegrass has always combined musical sophis-

both Canada and the USA. tication and experimentation with a “With Reischman being from Calstrong respect for tradition.” ifornia, the band has a cross-border While rooted in tradition, a sense of membership, however there is a strong creativity guides the Jaybirds invenlocal connection with bass player and tive excursions into acoustic roots singer Trisha Gagnon, who is well music. Their bluegrass harmonies are known in the Fraser Valley for her spot-on and each instrumental break delicious award-winning organic jam!” crackles with energy. Hillhouse said. “The music of the Jaybirds appeals Together, this five-piece ensemble to both those with hardcore bluegrass makes for one of the freshest, most sensibilities and those who like to hear tasteful band-sounds on the folk and a range of sounds and grooves.” Hillbluegrass circuit today. house said. ◗ Tickets for John Reischman & the Hailing from the variegated ranks of Jaybirds are $22 and can be purchased the contemporary West Coast acoustic online at www.harrisonfestival.com, music scene, each of these ‘birds’ has by phone at 604-796-3664 or in person certainly earned their wings: the list of 2 Large 2toTopping at the Ranger Station Art Gallery in projects they have contributed over the years is nothingPizzas less thanfor a short $25 ! Harrison and Agassiz Shoppers Drug Mart on Pioneer Avenue. list of acoustic power houses, from

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The Chilliwack School Of Performing Arts (CSOPA) presents The Addams Family at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre’s Hub International Theatre. Jan. 22, 23 and 24 shows at 7:30 p.m. and matinee shows Jan. 24, and 25 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. Call the box office at 604-391-SHOW (7469) or visit www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca for more information or to purchase tickets.

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After receiving international attention and an overwhelming response from their split-single Lancaster/ Flies back in July, New Westminster folk-indie visionaries Alea Rae have announced plans to start off the year promoting their songs with a short British Columbia tour that sees them play The Emporium Jan. 30. Doors open at 7

Two great singer songwriters from opposite coasts will play at the Tractorgrease Cafe. Dustin Bentall has accomplished so much already sharing the stage with the likes of John Prine , Blue Rodeo and his dad Barney. Carleton Stone (pictured above) just won best recording at the Music Nova Scotia Awards. Some great dinner specials in the newly licensed room will be available. Tickets for Jan. 29 show (show starts at 7 p.m.) are $25 and can be purchased by phone, 604-858-3814, or at the Tractorgrease Cafe, 48710 Chilliwack Lake Rd. p.m. with tickets going for $10. The Acoustic Emporium is located in the Vineyard Centre at 45892 Wellington Ave. For more information visit www.acousticem-

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The public is invited to an afternoon of traditional hymn singalong accompanied by

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Since appearing on the HUB International Theatre stage last winter, the comedic troupe has appeared in dozens of other venues – honing their performance and bringing their act to seriously funny levels. “It’s kind of exploded and gone everywhere,” says founder Roman Danylo with a grin. “We’re certainly much more used to having our shirts off, but we’ll still find ourselves on stage looking at each other and saying, ‘This is insane!’” The troupe mixes improv theatre with boy band dance moves and physical comedy – and it’s a recipe for success. This gang of hilarious and half-naked men has a habit of selling out shows wherever they go, from Newfoundland to Northern Alberta, so get your tickets as soon as you can!

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That’s right: for the first time ever, this gang of male strippers introduces a female character – with hilarious results! “It’s clearly obvious to the audience, but the guys onstage have no idea she might not be like us,” Roman says. “There are just all sorts of opportunity for hilarity.” “It just all kind of started with me saying, ‘Hey – does anyone want to do this?’ And I really expected more of them to say no,” he continues with a wry grin. “But pretty much everyone said yes – and it’s just grown and grown from there.” The result? The Comic Strippers: Introducing Chip Etté is a side-splitting comedy show for all genders, starring seven very funny comedians who

happen to have their shirts off. “It’s kind of a weird cross between Thunder From Down Under, Blue Man Group, and Whose Line Is It Anyway,” Roman says. “It’s improv based on audience suggestions, and then we dance shirtless like idiots between the scenes.” “We’re really just clowns.” And now the Comic Strippers are back bigger and better than ever, making their next stop at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre on January 31. Warning: no full nudity, just full hilarity! Prepare to gasp and guffaw! Warning: This show is for all genders, but explores adult themes and humour and is 19+ only. The Comic Strippers: Introducing Chip Etté is proudly sponsored by Fraser Valley Custom Printers, the Chilliwack Times, the British Columbia Arts Council, the Government of British Columbia, and the Department of Canadian Heritage.

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at 3:30 p.m. Special presentations by the Chilliwack Heritage Singers. Call 604792-2154.

All ages show

The Vineyard Centre hosts an all ages show Feb. 6 featuring the bands Poison Corn, The R-Types, Molly Be Damned and The Schatzis. The Vineyard Centre is located at 45892 Wellington Ave. in Chilliwack. Tickets are $5 at the door with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. and the show starting at 7 p.m.

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Mike the Knight

World-renowned pianist, Jennifer Lim, is teaming up with the Chilliwack Youth Orchestra to perform an evening of romantic music: Mozart Piano Concerto No. 6 and Beethoven Symphony No. 1 Feb. 14 at Cornerstone Christian Reformed Church (9800 McNaught Rd.). Tickets are $10 for students and seniors and $15 for adults. Show starts at 7:30 p.m. Visit www. chilliwackyouthorchestra. com for more information.

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Branch 280 Jan. 23 and 24, and Valley Fyre Jan. 30 and 31. Play trivia every Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m

“Newest and Best”

The first exhibition of the 2015 season for the Chilliwack Visual Artists Asssociation (CVAA) is entitled “Newest and Best” and shows until Feb. 14 at the Art Gallery in the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. There are 28 local artists participating in “Newest and Best,”

National tour starring “Mike the Knight,” based on the hit CGI-animated series, visits Chilliwack on Feb. 11. Koba Entertainment’s newest theatrical production Mike the Knight in the Great Scavenger Hunt will bring a thrilling mix of adventure, comedy, music, song, puppets, dance —plus a little bit of magic— to Chilliwack, at HUB International Theatre in th Chilliwack Cultural Centre. Tickets are on sale now and are available through the Chilliwack Cultural Centre box office or

Romantic music evening

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the Dal Richards Orchestra Feb. 14 from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. A truly romantic and uplifting evening, the Dal Richards Orchestra is guaranteed to put a spring in your step and a smile on your face with those timeless jazz numbers from the ’30s and ’40s, rock and roll classics, and dance and pop tunes. Call the box office at 604-391-SHOW (7469) or visit www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca for more information or to purchase tickets.

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Monday, Jan. 26 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Lions Hall (45580 Spadina Ave.). Music by Sweet Water. Refreshments/ door prizes/50-50 draw. Tickets are $6 at the door.

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Puzzle sale

Calling all jigsaw puzzle aficionados, amateurs and addicts

alike. The Friends of the Chilliwack Libraries will hold their annual Jigsaw Puzzle Sale on Feb. 6 and 7. Puzzle donations are needed. If you have new or used puzzles (for children or adults), take them to the library during regular open hours in January.

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M’akola Development Services CONTROLLER position: full cycle accounting, financial technical support and assistance. Visit: makola.bc.ca DEADLINE: Feb 9 MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

FOR LEASE

50 seat café in Fraser Canyon. Good potential for truck stop. Includes basic equipment & furniture. Hood & Fire Suppression System updated.

EDUCATION

HAIRSTYLIST WANTED

Chilliwack Location Full and Part time positions.

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.

NORMA’S BAKERY Requires P/T production workers. Required to work in fast paced demanding environment. Must be fluent in English and physically fit. Work is repetitive, with on the job training. Drop off resume to 46147 Fourth Ave Chwk

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

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Inquiries call:

(604) 867-9277 Ext. 102

or Email:

visit@hellsgateairtram.com

PROFESSIONALS/ MANAGEMENT

PRAIRIECOAST Equipment is seeking a Senior Accountant with a minimum of 3 years’ experience, univ. degree in accounting or business with CMA, CGA designation. Knowledge of auditing practices, strong Excel skills. Experience with Payworks an asset. If you want to develop your career and be part of this growing company, we welcome your application. Email resume to: fjohnstone@pcequip.ca or by fax: 604-557-7094

TRADES, TECHNICAL

SHOP WORKER WANTED IN NORTH LANGLEY, starting wage $14.00 moving to $16.00 within 9 months, benefits. Fax resume to 604-888-8828 or email ron@valmartdoors.com

6803062

The family would like to extend a special Thank you to Doug Christie and friends for all your help you have provided us.

1.) Attractive Wages & Excellent Employee Beneﬁts. 2.) Supportive, Engaged Atmosphere With Change Minded Management Group. 3.) Company Sponsored Social Activities.

FRAMING CREWS

Foxridge Homes is currently hiring experienced Framing Crews for our Single and Multi-Family projects in Surrey, Coquitlam, Maple Ridge and Langley. Foxridge Offers Steady Full-Time Work With Competitive Rates & Production Bonuses. If this is of interest to you please contact us at: foxridgecareers@qualico.com

320

MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555. STARTING FROM $43.95/hour distinguishedmovers.com Call 778-237-4364

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

338

PLUMBING

BRO MARV PLUMBING Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 260

Please e-mail resume, including cover letter & references: HR@ langleyconcretegroup.com

165

WORK WANTED

BRICKLAYING, tiles, blocks stone tile, chimney repairs. All masonry repairs. Seniors discount. Gerritt 604-795-3649

PERSONAL SERVICES

• •

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

We Service all Makes

ADT’s, DSC’s, Brinks & all others Medical & Fire Free* Alarm Systems 604-792-8055 / 854-8055

378

Gutter & Roof Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627

VACUUMS

287

SPIRITUAL

Psychic Reading 40 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Need Answers? Call Today! Will tell you *Past *Present *Future By appt only: 778-389-1754

182

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

130

AutoBody & Towing Ltd Is looking for a full time driver and weeknight dispatcher for our towing division.

130

HELP WANTED

130

HELP WANTED

Vantage Way A division of Black Press

Wanted: Pressroom Helpers/Stackers Vantage Way has several openings for Press Helpers/Stackers at our Delta location, starting January 2015. Preference given to those with experience in this field, but is not necessary. Shifts are 12 hours, 3 shifts per week or 9.5 hours, 4 shifts per week. Must be willing to work nights and weekends. References required. Wage depends on experience, starting at $14.17 per hour.

We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

DISPATCHER

Work from home we provide required equipment and training

Apply in person at 8832 Young Road Chilliwack or email resume to ed.lewis@wallystowing.ca

classified ad in 3 BC REGIONS 66 Newspapers Call 1-866-575-5777

Vantage Way Attn: Linda Wischoff 7979 Vantage Way, Delta, B.C. V4G 1A6 lwischoff@blackpress.ca

WALLY’S

DRIVER

BC BEST BUY - Place your

Interested applicants should drop off, or email their resume to:

HELP WANTED

Experience is not necessary we will train.

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

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

CLASSIFIED ADS MEAN MORE BUSINESS PHONE 1-604-575-5777

CLASS ADS WORK! CALL 1-866-575-5777

HELP WANTED

ELECTRICAL

•

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

HELP WANTED 130

For information on the tragic and suspicious death of Corey Scherbey which occurred on August 19, 2011. If anyone has information that could help us with this unsolved crime please forward a letter to box 1120 c/o the Chilliwack Times 45951 Trethewey Ave. Chilliwack BC V2P 6R7

FINANCIAL SERVICES

INCOME TAX PROBLEMS? Have you been audited, reassessed or disallowed certain claims by Canada Revenue Agency? Call Bob Allen @ 1250-542-0295 35yrs. Income Tax experience, 8.5yrs. with Revenue Canada. Email: r.gallen@shaw.ca C- 250-938-1944

172 ASTROLOGY/PSYCHICS

PACIFIC COMMUNITY Resources is seeking a client centered EPBC Case Manager for a 1 year term position. Please visit: www.pcrs.ca/careers for full job posting.

160

130

We are a local progressive concrete pre-cast company based in Chilliwack. Duties include; preventative maint., scheduled repairs, and quick response repairs to ensure our modernized equipment runs efficiently. Routine equipment inspections and repairs are required. The Successful candidate must have good problem solving, diagnostic, interpersonal, and time management skills. Must be able to work flexible hours in a variety of conditions. Experience working with electrical systems and PLC programs would be a definite asset. Minimum requirements include completion of ITA certificate of qualification as an Industrial Mechanic, inter - provincial red seal endorsement, & a certificate of apprenticeship. Previous work experience in a related industry would be an asset.

Call 604-858-8082

P/T receptionist required. Must have computer experience and must own vehicle. Good for retired person or subsidy income. Must be available Sat and have good phone manner and able to deal with stressful situations. Call 604-819-1964

FRANCHISE

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

OUR COMPANY OFFERS:

APPLY NOW: A $2,500 Penny Wise scholarship is available for a woman entering the Journalism Certificate Program at Langara College in Vancouver. Application deadline April 30, 2015. Send applications to fbula@langara.bc.ca. More information: www.bccommunitynews.com/our-programs/scholarship.

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

115

RV LOT Rentals $8.95 a day. 362 days of sunshine, pets, events, classes, entertainment. Reserve by 02/14/2015. Web-site: www.hemetrvresort.com. Call: 1-800-926-5593

160

PERSONAL SERVICES

INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC (MILLWRIGHT)

IF YOU own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

VACATION SPOTS

HELP WANTED

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CANCEL YOUR TIMESHARE. NO Risk Program STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today/ 100% Money Back Guarantee. FREE Consultation. Call Us NOW. We Can Help! 1-888-356-5248

TIMESHARE

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can Earn $100,000 + Per Year. All Cash-Retire in Just 3 Years. Protected Territories. Full Details CALL NOW 1-866-668-6629. Website WWW.TCVEND.COM.GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can Earn $100,000 + Per Year. All Cash-Retire in Just 3 Years. Protected Territories. Full Details CALL NOW 1866-668-6629. Website WWW.TCVEND.COM...Class 1 Drivers info@lydellgroup.ca

SUTCO IS seeking U.S. qualified Class 1 Drivers, steady year round dedicated runs and over the road work available. We offer group health benefits, pension, e logs, and auto deposit pay. apply on line at sutco.ca/fax resume and abstract to (250)-357-2009/call 1-888357-2612 ext.230

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

6797656

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

blackpress.ca X bclocalnews.com

736

HOMES FOR RENT

736

CHILLIWACK TIMES HOMES FOR RENT

PETS

OWNERS WE CAN MANAGE YOUR RENTAL PROPERTY FOR A LOW MONTHLY FEE.

477

PETS

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

HOUSE RENTALS 604-793-2200

1 bdrm twnhse. Vedder Xing, 2 Levels, Patio $600 1 bdrm apt.... F/S, Coin Laundry, Patio, Agassiz $500 1 bdrm suite .........4 appl, garage, incl’d util $750 2 bdrm condo..adult oriented 5 appl, gas fp, Sardis $850 2 bdrm suite ........ util incl close to FG Leary $800 2 bdrm suite .. F/S close to schools, approx 1000 sq ft $895 2 bdrm twnhse .. f/s, w/d, gas f/p, Close to FG Leary $895 3 bdr suite ..... 5 appl, util incl, newer paint/carpet $950 3 bdrm suite .... FFI ½ hyrdo/ gas 1100 sq ft $1300 3 bdr suite ......... FFI 1200 sq ft, ffi,util incl $1395 3 bdr + den ..................4 appl, laminate f/r $1250 3 bdr hse........... 6 appl, carport, large yard $1450

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 551

GARAGE SALES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 523

UNDER $100

TENT HEATER for camping/ ice fishing (propane) Coleman focus 3 model like new $20. Ph (604)860-0358 Hope -----------------Lazy Boy swivel rocker fabric cover light blue clean, gd cond $30. (604)860-0358 Hope

560

MISC. FOR SALE

Huge Flea Market Saturday Jan 24

BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

Tzeachten Hall 45855 Promontory Rd

Effectively reach B.C. businesses! www.bcclassiﬁed.com

10am-4pm

STAFFORDSHIRE bull terrier, P.B. CKC reg’d. Staffies, only 6 left. Call Candace 604-780-4771.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Over 100 tables. Kids stuff, vintage treasures, clothes, collectibles, household, DVD’s, records & more. $2 admission.

STEEL BUILDINGS...”REALLY BIG SALE!” All steel building models and sizes. Plus extra savings. Buy now and we will store until spring. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

REAL ESTATE 627

HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC

• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

RENTALS 706

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

757

WANTED TO RENT

Wanted suite or room and board. Yarrow area. Will work for partial rent. (604)845-6558

TRANSPORTATION 845

• Residential Area • Elevator • Adult Oriented • Sparkling Renovations • 1 Bdrm from $620 and up

736

1.24 ACE. 4 Bedrooms 3600sft., dble Gar., Back onto Coq River, 5 mins to Coq. Malls. $2900/mo. 604649-8987

Have it recycled properly

BIG 3 bd Rancher Home w/ 2 garage. family, living & games rm, 2 bth, all appl $1800. 604-306-7799

745

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

Has your vehicle reached the end of its useful life?

HOMES FOR RENT

Pick A Part is environmentally approved and meets all BC government standards for automotive recycling

ROOM & BOARD

CHILLIWACK. Avail now. Private room 3 meals + extras. No Drugs. $650/mo. (604)795-0397

HIGHEST PRICES PAID for most complete vehicles

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

~ FREE TOWING ~

Pick A Part Used Auto Parts 43645 Industrial Way Chilliwack BC V2R 4L2

Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers 8550 Young Road, Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 8A4 www.chilliwack.com

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

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the City of Chilliwack will hold a Public Hearing, as noted above, on the following item:

6358120

A26 Thursday, January 22, 2015

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

The Scrapper

1. ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT BYLAW 2015, No. 4077 (RZ000875) Location: 7697 Lickman Road (a portion of) Owner: Albertus Antonie Oostenbrink Purpose: To rezone a portion of the subject property, as shown on the map below, from an AL AL (Agriculture Lowland) Zone to an ACAC (Agriculture Commercial) Zone to to an (Agriculture Lowland) Zone to an (Agriculture Commercial) Zone facilitate the the continued continued operation operation of of aa Farmer's Farmer’s Market Market inin accordance accordance with with the facilitate Non-Farm Use approvals by the Agricultural Land Commission Resolution #226/2014. the Non-Farm Use approvals by the Agricultural Land Commission Resolution #226/2014. Location Map:

6769451

752

TOWNHOUSES

752

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

For more info call Mike at 604-792-8317 or 1-877-515-6696 or Email: wb@raamco.ca

SCRAP CAR Removal TOP CA$H PAID on the spot. Local Business. www.a1casper.com 604-378-2029

WOODBINE TOWNHOUSES 9252 Hazel St. Chilliwack BC - Move in Incentive! Our Gated 5 acre Complex is Quiet and Family Oriented

6295005 6353866

818

CARS - DOMESTIC

818

CARS - DOMESTIC 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

WWW.MCEMOTORS.COM

07 CHEVY HHR sunroof, loaded 154,000km’s

5,995

02 FORD RANGER V6, 5 spd, 176,000km’s

4,800

07 HYUNDAI ELANTRA loaded 166,000km’s

4,500

05 PT CRUISER Loaded only 81,000km’s

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

3,995

2012 HONDA CRV 5000kms $22,300. Ph 604-703-2244

04 FORD TAURUS loaded, 119,000km’s

3,650

03 HYUNDAI ACCENT 4 cyl 5 spd 146,000km’s

4,800

04 MAZDA TRIBUTE loaded 170,000km’s

3,650

05 DODGE NEON auto 4 cyl 152,000km’s FINANCING AVAILABLE

45895 Airport Road Chwk - 604-701-6008 Dealer #9723

6811196

5,400

Persons who deem that their interest in the property is affected by the proposed amendment bylaw will have an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing or, if you are unable to attend, you may provide a written submission, including your full name and address, to the City Clerk’s Office no later than 4:00 p.m. on the date of the Public Hearing. All submissions will be recorded and form part of the official record of the Hearing. This proposed bylaw may be inspected between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, from Wednesday, January 21, 2015 to Tuesday, February 3, 2015 both inclusive, in the Office of the City Clerk at City Hall, 8550 Young Road, Chilliwack, BC. Please direct your enquiries to our Planning & Strategic Initiatives Department at 604-793-2906. Please note that no further information or submissions can be considered by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Janice McMurray Deputy City Clerk 6809478

Erin Larose This is your official notice that at 9:30am on February 11, 2015 at Chilliwack Courthouse at 46085 Yale Road, Chilliwack, British Columbia, the Director of Child, Family and Community Services will make an application for a 3 month Temporary Custody order pursuant to s.41 (1) (c) of the Child, Family and Community Services Act in connection with your child Portia Larose (DOB: 2002May03). Anyone knowing Erin Larose’s present whereabouts please contact Kurt Thiessen, Social Worker, Ministry of Children and Family Development, 8978 School Street, Chilliwack, BC V2P 4L4, Telephone (604) 702-2311.

90 DAYS FRASER VALLEY 90 DAYS NO PAYMENTS FOR UP TO CHILLIWACK TIMES

TRADE UP TO A MITSUBISHI AND

Thursday, January 22, 2015 A27

WITH THE PURCHASE OF SELECT NEW VEHICLES 2

$1,000 SAVEMITSUBISHI 1

WITH THE PURCHASE OF SELECT NEW VEHICLES 2

NO PAYMENTS FOR UP TO

2015 +RVR 90 DAYS DAYS SAVE $1,000THE FUEL-EFFICIENT90CROSSOVER

NO PAYMENTS FOR UP TO

TRADE UP TO A MITSUBISHI AND

SALE ENDS JAN. 31/15

WITH THE PURCHASE OF SELECT NEW VEHICLES 2

WITH THE PURCHASE OF SELECT NEW VEHICLES

2014 2015RVR RVRSE AWD

THE FUEL-EFFICIENT CROSSOVER

17 ONLY 6 LEFRVRT FEAT RVR GT AWC model shown‡

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HEATED AND FO

HEATED FRONT

CRUISE CONTRO CONTROLS

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10-YEAR / 160,00 WARRANTY**

BUILT BETTER. BAC months BETTER. XX% BACKEDXX BETTER. YEAR RVR FEATURES: BUILT $XXX 160,000 KM O.A.C AVAILABLE YEAR 160,000 KM RVR GT AWC model shown‡

STARTING FROM

RVR FEATURES:

HEATED AND FOLDING POWER SIDE-VIEW MIRRORS HEATED FRONT SEATS

CRUISE CONTROL WITH STEERING WHEEL-MOUNTED CONTROLS POWER DOOR LOCKS WITH REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY ◊

UP TO

LTD WARRANTY**

MONTHS BI-WEEKLY WITH 10-YEAR / 160,000PURCHASE KM POWERTRAIN LIMITED 18” ALLOY WHEELS FINANCING FOR WARRANTY** HEATED AND FOLDING POWER SIDE-VIEW MIRRORS LARGE REAR SPOILER & ROOF RAILS RVR GT AWC model shown‡ HEATED FRONT SEATS OFF FOR CHROME GRILLE SURROUND QUALIFIED RETAIL UP TO CRUISEUNDERCOVER CONTROL WITH STEERING WHEEL-MOUNTED FRONT CUSTOMERS^ CONTROLS CHROME EXHAUST FINISHER POWER DOOR LOCKS WITH REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY POWER DOOR LOCKS W/ REMOTE 10-YEAR / 160,000 KM POWERTRAIN LIMITED MANDATORY INSERT LEGAL DISCLAIMER AND DEALER INFO HERE. 10-YEAR / 160,000 KM POWERTRAIN LIMITED–WARRANTY WARRANTY**

$1,500

MONTHS◊

POWERTRAIN MANDATORY – INSERT LEGAL DISCLA LTD WARRANTY**

$1,500

POWERTRAIN

1 $1,000 trade-in rebat 2015 Mirage (excludes E is available on select n payments for approxim bi-weekly, or weekly ( Some conditions apply OFF FOR 1 $1,000 trade-in rebate available from January 3, 2015 to February 2, 2015 on the purchaseprice of any new 2014Some Lanc after taxes. QUALIFIED RETAIL 2015 Mirage (excludes ES 5MT models) models when you own and trade in a currently licensed car/SUV of any autom is availableCUSTOMERS^ on select new 2014 and 2015 models financed through Scotiabank subvented financing programs on ap payments for approximately 90/74/67 days, subject to weekends and statutory holidays. Interest charges (if any) w bi-weekly, or weekly (as applicable) over the term of the contract. Some amounts may be due upon signing. ^ $1, Some conditions apply. v Mitsubishi First Auto Program applies to Lancer, Sportback, RVR and Mirage (excluding ES 5M price after taxes. Some conditions apply. Please see dealer for details. § AWC standard on RVR SE AWC, Limited Edit

PURCHASE FINANCING FOR

Available on RVR SE AWC, Limited Edition and GT models§

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

BUILT BETTER. BACKED BETTER. YEAR 160,000 KM

BETTER.

POWERTRAIN

LTD WARRANTY**

1 $1,000 trade-in rebate available from January 3, 2015 to February 2, 2015 on the purchase of any new 2014 Lancer, 2014/2015 EVO, 2014 Sportback, 2014 Mirage (excludes ES 5MT models), 2014/2015 RVR, 2014/2015 Outlander models and a $500 trade-in rebate on the purchase of any new 2014 i-MiEV, 2015 Lancer, 2015 Sportback, 2015 Mirage (excludes ES 5MT models) models when you own and trade in a currently licensed car/SUV of any automotive brand in reasonably good condition. Rebate amount will be deducted from the negotiated price after taxes and at time of purchase. Some conditions apply. See dealer for details. 2 No payments for up to 90 days is available on select new 2014 and 2015 models financed through Scotiabank subvented financing programs on approved credit through participating dealers to qualified retail customers until February 2, 2015. Leases are excluded from No payments for up to 90 days offer. Offer includes no payments of monthly/bi-weekly/weekly Available on RVR SE AWC, Insurance Institute for payments for approximately 90/74/67 days, subject to weekends and statutory holidays. Interest charges (if any) §will not accrue during the first 60 days after purchaser signs contract for a participating vehicle. After the first 60 days, interest (if any) starts to accrue and the purchaser will repay principal and interest (if any) monthly, Edition GTsigning. models Highway bi-weekly, or weekly (as applicable) over the term of the contract.Limited Some amounts may beand due upon ^ $1,500 off purchase price isSafety composed of $500 consumer cash discount and $1,000 trade-in rebate. . Consumer cash discount will be deducted from the negotiated price before taxes and will take place at time of purchase. Some conditions apply. v Mitsubishi First Auto Program applies to Lancer, Sportback, RVR and Mirage (excluding ES 5MT model) vehicles, is applicable to all approved Scotiabank first-time automotive finance purchasers and must be combined with Scotiabank Subvented Finance Rates. Rebate amount will be deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. Some conditions apply. Please see dealer for details. § AWC standard on RVR SE AWC, Limited Edition and GT. ** Whichever comes first. Regular maintenance not included. See dealer or mitsubishi-motors.ca for warranty terms, restrictions and details. Some conditions apply.

MITSUBISHI-MOTORS.CA 45510 YALE ROAD, WEST CHILLIWACK • 604.793.0600

SERT LEGAL DISCLAIMER AND DEALER INFO HERE.

6800792

/ / / / / / /

$XXX XX% XX10

BI-WEEKLY WITH

MANDA

A28 Thursday, January 22, 2015

CHILLIWACK TIMES

JANUARY INVENTORY

CLEARANCE 50%-70%

OFF

CLOTHING RACKS!

% OFF

SNOW GEAR!

20% MENS & WOMENS OFF CLOTHING!

• Ski & Snowboard Jackets & Pants • Helmets • Gloves •Goggles

• Snow Boards • Skis • Bindings • Boots

2013 & 2014 Models

MISSION INLINE SKATES

4999 $7499

YOUTH | Reg $119.99

SENIOR | Reg $199.99

LIMITED SIZES - FIRST COME FIRST SERVE

2013 - 2014

SNOWBOARD CLEAROUT

Libtech Trice C2X

Libtech Skate Banana

Libtech Hot Knife

Gnu Women’s B-Pro

SALE $39995

SALE $34995

SALE $36995

SALE $35995

Reg $579.95

Reg $514.95

Reg $539.95

Reg $579.95

Burton Women’s Social Burton Women’s Feelgood Flying V Reg $429.95

SALE $24995

Reg $599.99

SALE $39999

Burton Clash

Burton Blunt

SALE $24999

SALE $25999

Reg $399.99

Reg $449.99

2014 BAUER VAPOR & CCM RBZ SKATES Bauer Vapor APX2

Bauer Vapor XShift

Bauer Vapor XSelect

CCM RBZ Control

SALE $ 99

SR Reg $849.99 | JR Reg $599.99

649 $ 39999

SR.

SR Reg $499.99

299

SR.

JR.

Bauer Vapor X100 SR Reg $699.99 | JR Reg $429.99 YTH $159.99

SALE $ 99

549 $ 99 299 $ 11999

SR. JR.

YTH

SR Reg 449.99

149 $ 11999

279

SR.

JR.

Bauer Vapor XVelocity SR Reg $349.99 | JR Reg 229.99

CCM RBZ

SR Reg $749.99

CCM RBZ Vibe

SALE $ 99

239 $ 13999

SR.

549

SR Reg $299.99

189

SR.

JR.

9077 Young Road • 604-792-1130 6761189

SR Reg 219.99 | JR Reg $179.99

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

cheam.sourceforsports.com

SR.