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doesn’t have children graduating anymore. She’s just hooked on finding the money to keep Dry Grad going and the prizes flowing. In addition to two PS4s, there were GoPro cameras, cruiser bicycles, a travel voucher, Cirque du Soleil tickets, headphones, and more. “The whole point is that we promote
tone-faced as always, Chill i w a c k ’s A a r o n D o u g l a s appeared in BC Supreme Court Monday via video to be indicted for two counts of murder and one count of attempted murder using a firearm. This was his first appearance in Supreme Court to face the charges for the alleged Aug. 7, 2014 m u r d e r s o f Aaron Douglas Richard Blackmon and Tyler Belcourt in a Gore Avenue apartment in downtown Chilliwack. Douglas is also accused in the attempted murder of a woman who survived the attack. Her name cannot be reported due to a publication ban. Charges were laid against Douglas on Aug. 11 last year. That’s when RCMP Integrated Homicide Investigation Unit (IHIT) officers announced the search was on for the notorious prolific offender. On Sept. 25, after 49 days on the
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crowd of 760 grads fortunate enough to win big. The woman who brings cheer to the lucky attendees by way of winnings is Eleanor Meldrum, prize and fundraising co-ordinator for the Dry Grad. “Every year the amount of kids have been going up and up, so we must be doing something right,” she said. “It’s exciting and it’s a lot of work.”
Meldrum is quick to point out that while she has a fun, albeit busy, job it takes 120 to 140 parent volunteers from all three Chilliwack high schools every year to make the big festivity a reality. And if everything goes according to plan, most aspects of the celebration are ready a day ahead of schedule so the volunteers can spend the special day with their children. Five years into helping, Meldrum 7042631
ast Thursday was a good day for Mason Byrne. Not only did he celebrate his graduation from Chilliwack secondary school, but he also walked away in the early morning hours from the Dry Grad festivities with a new PS4 under his arm. It was just one of the many prizes handed out at the annual event that just turned 25 years old, and this year Byrne was among others in the
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Chilliwack drug dealer, prolific offender and self-described gang member faces upwards of 10 years in prison after a home invasion two years ago. Crown counsel Henry Waldock said Curtis Vidal should go to jail for eight to 10 years for the violent home invasion that traumatized four residents of a McIntosh Avenue apartment on Dec. 16, 2013. “Nine years is the right number,” Crown counsel said in court June 24. Waldock said Vidal’s co-accused Travis Soderstrom should get eight to nine years for the break and enter, assault, use of an imitation firearm and two counts of robbery that both men were convicted of in court in April. “This was a planned robbery, not a planned burglary,” Waldock told the court, arguing that the intent and research behind the crime were aggravating factors. Waldock presented case law that showed lesser sentences for similar crimes, with the difference being the accused in this case “demonstrated a commitment to criminal activity.” Waldock said the 35-year-old Vidal’s approximately 55 convictions over the last 20 years, and the 26-year-old Soderstrom’s 29 convictions over the last decade were aggravating factors. The incident in question involved Vidal and Soderstrom using a woman to knock on the door of an apartment, which, when answered, they entered, Vidal with a gun. The gun was pointed at one man, another jumped off the second floor balcony and called 911. The apartment’s resident arrived home moments later, was punched by Vidal and robbed of hundreds of dollars. Kyle Nelmes also had the keys to his BMW and motorcycle taken, both vehicles were later stolen. In the last 15 years, Waldock said Vidal has spent twice as much time in jail as out. A source who knows Soderstrom said Tra-
vis’s father told him the young man is doing “a life sentence on an instalment plan.” At one time Soderstrom made the list of the top 10 car thieves in B.C. When he was just 21 in 2009, he was out of jail for three days when he got into a stolen car and rammed police officers. During sentencing, Waldock pointed not only to Vidal’s bad behaviour outside of prison but also his bad behaviour in jail, pointing to his “horrendous record of institutional adjustment.” Vidal told prison officials he was a member of the Independent Soldiers gang. Waldock said Vidal was “very involved in the institutional drug trade,” and there was a recording of him trying to find personal information about a corrections officer. He pointed to incidents that include marijuana smells from his cell, evidence he was blowing baby powder into the smoke detector in his cell to divert those smells, and the fact that the trial in Chilliwack court was delayed at one point when sherriffs witnessed Vidal and Soderstrom snorting a “white powder” off a ledge in a local cell. Waldock argued that neither man had much prospect for rehabilitation, least of all Vidal. Waldock also argued that the men should recieve one-to-one time for pre-trial custody, rather than the customary, if enhanced and not guaranteed, one-to-1.5 time. Justice Brian Joyce interrupted Waldock when the talk of drug use in prison came up, pointing to his vast experience and admitted naivete about what goes on at cell level. “I continue to be amazed at how much drug use there is in prisons,” Joyce said. “How does it get there? Why can’t they stop it?” Both the judge and Crown talked about how Vidal’s physical size was likely enough to get him whatever he wanted behind bars. “I gather he enjoys the respect of his peers,” Waldock said. Defence is expected to give sentencing submissions on Friday with a verdict expected at a later date.
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he air in Chilliwack is hot and dry but is it hurting us? With record-breaking temperatures and record-breaking low rainfall totals there is concern among backyard gardeners, farmers and anyone just trying to survive on the streets. June, so far, has been the driest in the 120 years records have been kept in Chilliwack, according to Environment Canada volunteer weather observer Roger Pannett. Pannett recorded high minimum temperatures on June 27 (17 C), 28 (18.3 C) and 29 (20 C), the latter being 9.6 C above normal. As the month drew to a close, just 8.5 millimetres (mm) of rain had fallen in June, the driest since 12.7 mm fell in 1965. The June average is 78 mm. The high maximum temperature of 34.8 C on June 27 was also a record for the day, breaking the previous high of 32.8 C for the day in 2000. That was the 40th high temperature record so far in 2015. With the hot weather and two air quality advisories over the weekend come questions about the future of our airshed. It turns out that while there are many questions about the long-term impacts of forest fire smoke, climate change, and air quality damage from traffic, Chilliwack isn’t as bad off as some think. A report from the BC Lung Association found that while ozone levels are high in the eastern Fraser Valley, the particulate
There is good news and bad news with Chilliwack’s air quality matter (PM2.5) below 2.5 micrometres, despite increased monitoring, are not as bad as elsewhere. Out of 43 communities in B.C., Chilliwack was 36th in PM2.5 levels with levels well below the annual objective. Worst in B.C. for PM2.5 were Vanderhoof, Telkwa and Port Alice, in that order. As for ozone levels, Hope was highest, Agassiz was second, Abbotsford was fifth and Chilliwack was 11th, out of 31 communities. Chilliwack was middle of the pack and at the very bottom for NO2 levels and SO2 levels respectively. Analysis of the data appeared to show both Burnaby and Chilliwack had a spike in PM2.5 levels but this was attributed to “increased monitoring that show more complete measures.” Care is needed With record hot temperatures ongoing, the BC Coroners Service urged residents to take extra care while enjoying recreational water activities, especially boating and swimming. “Hot weather draws people to B.C.’s beaches, rivers and lakes,” said Chief Coroner Lisa Lapointe. “They’re wonderful places for recreation, but people need to be aware of basic safety precautions and minimize some of the inherent risks of water-based activities.”
Coroner’s statistics show a spike in drowning deaths each summer, with July and August being the riskiest months. In each of the past seven years, at least 30 per cent of the accidental drowning deaths for the entire year took place during those two months. An average of about 80 people die in accidental drownings in B.C. each year. Last year appears to have had a reduced drowning rate with preliminary statistics showing 57 such deaths. Boating and swimming are the highest-risk water activities, but even those walking along waterside trails or cliffs should take care. About one sixth of those who drowned fell into the water from shore. Two key prevention steps that research shows would significantly reduce the risk of drowning are: ◗ In any small craft wear a properly-fitted personal floatation device (PFD) at all times when on the water. Having one in the boat is not sufficient, as in as many as 70 per cent of boating incidents, the person becomes separated from the boat. ◗ Do not mix alcohol with boating, swimming or other recreational water activities. A study published in the journal “Injury Prevention” suggests that someone with a blood-alcohol level of 0.10 has about 10 times the risk of drowning during boating, and that even a small amount of alcohol can increase the risk.
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eople sometimes go to extreme lengths to fight for a good cause. This year, a diverse mix of individuals will apply their own exceptional spirit to help Cyrus Centre, a youth shelter in Chilliwack and Abbotsford—by jumping out of an airplane. The Cyrus Centre is expecting 20-25 participants who are willing to take the leap of faith to prove their support. An 86-year-old from Abbotsford will jump with the event for the sixth time, and his granddaughters will join. And there are two Chilliwack pastors who have stoked a friendly rivalry complete with online videos to coax their congregations into pledging for their dives (the stakes: losing pastor preaches wearing the other’s church T-shirt). These are just a selection of the people who will all come together at the Drop Zone in Abbotsford next Thursday to get their adrenaline rush, having raised a minimum of $700 for the centre to qualify for a tandem jump.
Supporters of the jumpers are youth just in April and May alone, invited by the organization to because we’re full,” said Talvio. partake by donation in events on “The same thing is happening in Ab b o t s f o rd a s solid ground: barwell, we’re just becue, music and packed . . . we’re a kids zone. it for a very large It’s a fun but the emergency area.” important event shelter now for T h e r e ’s n o to keep the two Chilliwack and youth in the Fraser s h o r t a g e o f need, and the Abbotsford locations going, said Valley and the Fraser money earned Les Talvio, execCanyon. [The fund- from the skydiving event will go utive director of raiser] helps raise to services rangCyrus Centre. from provid“We’re providawareness of that.” ing ing clothing for ing all the emervisitors to advogency shelter - Les Talvio cating for them now for youth in to help find a the Fraser Valley and the Fraser Canyon,” he more permanent place for the said. “[The fundraiser] helps raise youth to stay. Each leap of faith next week awareness of that. It also helps might give hope to a youth in need. raise funds for both facilities.” And it comes as the centre prepares to open a fifth bed at their ◗ The sixth annual Leap of Faith Chilliwack location as a transition fundraiser will be at the Drop Zone spot, as the shelter has been run- in Abbotsford, starting at 5 p.m. ning at or near capacity for the last Barbecue is by donation, and there will be a music, kids activities and a two and a half months. “We’ve had to turn away over 20 bike giveaway on the gorund.
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lam, with hair dyed blond, Douglas emerged on his hands and knees from a Rainbow Avenue home in Abbotsford as officers surrounded the home. Douglas’s alleged victims, Blackmon and Belcourt, were known to police but a source close to those in the criminal scene in Chilliwack told the Times that Blackmon was one of the “good guys,” and served as a mentor for some troubled individuals. Memorial pages were created on Facebook, and still exist, in honour of both men.
The Chilliwack RCMP is looking for the following people. If you see any of them, do not attempt to detain or apprehend them. Please contact the RCMP immediately at 604-792-4611. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit www.upperfraservalleycrimestoppers.ca. Remember: all of the listed people are innocent until proven guilty in court.
As for Douglas, he has an extensive criminal history for drugs and weapons. Most recently an attempted murder charge was dropped in BC Supreme Court mid-trial two weeks before the Aug. 7 incident on Gore Avenue. Two days after shooting victim Jeff Karpes testified in court, Crown Counsel took a guilty plea from Douglas on one weapons charge and stayed the attempted murder charge. Karpes’ testimony proved to be inconsistent and unreliable upon
cross examination by defence lawyer Ken Beatch. Outside the courthouse a year ago, Douglas’s first cousin Roxanne Peters said he was “going to straighten out.” His video appearance this week was brief and intended to move the case from provincial to Supreme Court. Crown counsel said it had disclosure to provide to Beatch, and Douglas is next due back in court July 20.
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Chilliwack man accused of a double stabbing at a downtown pub two years ago was acquitted on all counts of assault in BC Supreme Court last Thursday. Dustin Russell was in court to hear the judge’s decision in the case where the accused was on trial for aggravated assault, assault with a weapon and assault causing bodily harm during an incident that occurred Sept. 29, 2013 at what was then the District Public House at Five Corners. Russell’s stance of self-defence placed the onus on the Crown to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that such a defence does not apply. Justice Brian Joyce said in his analysis of the evidence and testimonies leading up to the decision that he had at least a reasonable doubt with respect to the elements in relation to each of the charges. The stabbing occurred when Russell’s friend Jordan Melnychuk was attacked by one of their two opponents in a pool game after a verbal exchange at the District. Jake Barstad punched Melnychuk and was in a threatening position to do more damage, when he was stabbed by Russell with a knife he kept in his back pocket. The defendant then stabbed Barstad’s companion Adam Teskey, when he was perceived to be an imminent threat to Russell. This much was clear to Joyce, despite variations in the testimony of all four of the men involved in the altercations—variations he said were unsurprising given the various states of intoxication of the participants. “I am satisfied that Mr. Barstad attacked Mr. Melnychuk while Mr. Melnychuk was seated in the booth and struck him at least once with enough force to render him unconscious,” Joyce said. “While Mr. Melnychuk was unconscious Mr. Barstad further assaulted him by getting on top of him and either striking him or shaking him.” Joyce said there was no indication that Melnychuk had struck first, and in fact it was some time after Barstad had told him “to shut up or he would hurt him,” that
Crown fails to prove Dustin Russell had no other option but to stab man beating up his friend in local pub the smaller friend of Russell was attacked. The six-foot-three, 215 pound Barstad had testified in an earlier court date that he felt his life threatened when Melnychuk had told him he would take him for everything he had. “I cannot accept that any reasonable person in Mr Barstad’s position could take that remark as a threat to his life or safety requiring a defensive physical response,” Joyce said. Instead, the comment was about Melnychuk’s confidence in winning the pool game according to the judge’s beliefs. Barstad, a former boxer, was both bigger and less intoxicated than Melnychuk giving him a clear advantage. When Barstad continued assaulting Melnychuk, Russell at five-foot-eight and 160 pounds first tried to pry the bigger man off his friend and then resorted to stabbing him in the right side of his back, according to testimonies. “It was reasonable for Mr. Russell to perceive that Mr. Barstad’s attack on his friend was continuing and that he needed to go to Mr. Melnychuk’s defence,” Joyce said. But a central issue was whether the force that Russell used in the circumstances was also reasonable. The force of Barstad’s trained punch and the potential for further force with even more dire consequences was apparent, according to Joyce. But Crown counsel Anna Tosso had suggested in her previous argument that a pool cue or other less-dangerous weapon could have been used by Russell. “Mr. Russell’s response involving the knife had potentially deadly consequences, however [he] testified that he believed he had no other reasonable option to defend Mr. Melnychuk other than by stabbing Mr. Barstad to stop the assault,” Joyce said. Russell did not stab Barstad
multiple times, and Joyce did not believe that he determined with any forethought where to place the knife. “In my view, the stabbing was more of an instinctive reaction to the situation,” he said. When Barstad’s friend Teskey—also much larger than the accused—came at Russell with his arms out in response to the first stabbing, Russell turned his knife on the larger assailant. “His emotions were no doubt highly aroused . . . in this situation, Mr. Russell did not have time for calm reflection or to consider weighing his options,” Joyce said. Russell had testified he did not believe he had a safe escape route at the point when Teskey came at him. Knife still in hand, he ducked and stabbed Teskey on the right side of his chest. With both Barstad and Teskey disabled, Russell was able to make his way down the stairs and out the doors of the pub. Both men with stab wounds were taken to Chilliwack General Hospital where they were treated for potentially life-threatening injuries. Tosso argued that the accused, in leaving his friend at the bar and running home to then shut himself in indicated he had a guilty conscience. But Joyce said Russell holing up for a week before calling the police to turn himself in was consistent with him being emotionally upset about what had occurred, and his uncertainty about what he should do. The Court’s decision was a relief to Russell, who outside of the courthouse expressed his desire to move forward. “I feel like I can get my life back and finally go back to school,” he said. “I have a kid on the way, it’s due in October. I was pretty fearful of missing that.” “I get to move on, a big weight’s been lifted.”
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blaze that destroyed a building at a Railway Avenue scrapyard Monday appears to be the seventh arson in Chilliwack since April. When Chilliwack Fire Department crews from halls 1, 4 and 6 arrived on scene just after 2 p.m., the ramshackle building in the fenced-in yard was fully engulfed. People in an adjacent business were evacuated and firefighters went into defensive mode to prevent damage to the neighbouring building. Assistant chief Mike Bourdon said the fire was deliberately set. A witness across the street told the Times he saw a man and a boy leave the building just before it went up in flames. There were no civilian or firefighter injuries, and the building was later demolished. The fire Monday adds to a long list of arsons in Chilliwack starting in spring. In late April and early May, there were three homes on Gore Avenue, First
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nhaling vapour from an e-cigarette, also known as vaping, is a growing trend for many people. Some say they like the flavours, others believe it helps them to stop smoking, while some say it’s just something to do. The real question is not why people vape, but what impact it has on their health. And the answer is we just don’t know. Health officials are wary of the product, but admit there is no evidence yet whether it is harmful or not. However, they do point out that e-cigarettes are unregulated, which raises quality control questions. In an age where everybody seems overly concerned with what they are putting in their bodies—who doesn’t read the labels on food products these days— it’s difficult to comprehend why someone would risk breathing in a vapour that may be harmful. Even more worrisome is the fact that children and teens seem to be the demographic target, considering the products come in a variety of fun flavours. There should be no debate when it comes to e-cigarettes. If there are possible health concerns, the product should be avoided.
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wo 13-year-old girls knocked on my door the other day to see if we had any children they could babysit. Nice, I thought, to see proactive young people out to make a little money in the summer months. What a confident move to walk around the neighbourhood looking for work. I chatted with the two girls briefly and closed the door. Then the helicopter parent in me thought, are they knocking on doors at random? Is that safe? What if a creep answered the door and invited them in? I bet they knew what they were doing, likely were given advice from a parent about when to walk away . . . but still. Now that summer is here and school is out, kids are out and about, riding bikes, exploring the woods, falling down, being kids. Nearly every day one of my kids shows me a scraped knee or a sliver and that’s OK. One of the most intransigent debates in parenting is the “helicopter” versus “free-range” style. And increasingly the former is used pejoratively and the latter is seen as enlightened. But like many debates, the extremes aren’t realistic examples of how people parent. There is a vast area between bubble-wrapping the kids to play in a padded room and those who kick the
PAUL J. HENDERSON @peejayaitch kids out in the morning and let them in when the sun sets. Yet every time there is a news story about a child seriously injured in a home accident, thorns come out for the parents. Why weren’t they watching more closely? Yet again, no matter how much of a helicopter you are, your child could bang into a screen window and tumble to the ground, choke on a piece of Lego, or just trip and crack his head. An ex-coworker used to make fun of me for being too much of a helicopter parent with my kids. She has adult children and referred to her parenting style as “benign neglect.” “And they turned out fine.” At certain very young ages, it’s hard— and likely unsafe and foolish—to really go free range with your kids. But I do have to consciously restrain myself from saying “be careful” a thousand times a day when I’m in charge of the kids. Everything they do looks dangerous from a certain perspective. I remember learning to drive and my
mother telling me to be careful. “But I’m a good driver and I’m safe.” “It’s not you I’m worried about,” she would answer. “It’s the other drivers.” And that’s really the point, whether it is driving, riding bikes, or walking through the woods. Your kids may get minor injuries, but it’s the “other”—the stranger—who we really worry about. But how much to worry? No matter how statistically insignificant the chances are that someone will harm your child, it only takes one Joanne Pederson to freak us out forever. Joanne Pederson was 10 years old when she went to the Penny Pincher Store near the corner of Vedder and Watson roads on Feb. 19, 1983. A witness said they saw a man with her in a phone booth at around 8:15 p.m. And she was never seen again. How’s that for making you look out the window to see where your kids are? On May 17 this year, a 12-year-old Chilliwack girl was approached by a man driving a white minivan who offered her a ride. Her mother, Grace, could teach a course on stranger danger. She told me they planned for such situations since the girl was a toddler. “We’ve talked about scenarios, like ‘if they offer you candy’, ‘if they ask if you want a ride’, or to help them ‘find their
dog,’ for instance, and what would she do.” Talk about planning. Or is it paranoia? I suppose even a free-range parent could have taught the same lessons before letting a child go for the day. Concern for our children’s safety is natural, but there is a real danger of becoming paranoid that around every corner lurks danger. Spend any time on any of the beware-type Facebook pages and you’d think Chilliwack resembled Eight Mile Road in Detroit. “What’s happening to this city?” people will ask after every time something is stolen. Nothing is happening, you just hear about it more. So was it wrong for 13-year-old girls to go knocking on doors looking for work? I don’t think so. But let’s be honest: none of us know what we are doing as parents. We either consciously or unconsciously model after our parents (who didn’t know what they were doing either) or we make it up as we go along. And if you think you have the perfect parenting style, if you’ve found the ideal balance between helicopter and free ranger, please, let the rest of us in on it. My advice, not that anyone asked for it, is to just slap on the sunscreen, wear your bike helmet, don’t talk to strangers, and have a good summer.
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Editor: No doubt customers feel sorry for the little old lady with the cane selling flowers and plants around town, including Five Corners. She has everything going for her: her age, the cane and a cheerful sales approach and plants at good prices. She is well known, stealing plants she can everywhere, even though Brian Minter told me they offered to give her plants to sell for free, so she wouldn’t have to steal. She sells for money to buy drugs, but maybe she is addicted to stealing too if she is offered free plants, refuses this and is verbally abusive to staff who offered. She has been caught on camera, and I have pictures of her too, stealing flowers, but she can’t be charged—after all she won’t bother to show up in court and at all levels, flower stealing isn’t a priority. Police if you report, make it clear all they can do is get someone to offer her resources. I work in a medical clinic and planted some nice plants out front of the clinic. As soon as she sees something blooming, she takes it. I have lost hundreds of dollars, the city taxpayers have lost more in stolen plants. Officials and concerned citizens have told her to stop, but of course, she doesn’t. She can’t get help until customers stop buying and feeding her behaviour. If you really want to help, stop buying from her. Pauline Kesteven Chilliwack
Math is the key to success for our kids
Editor: Mathematics, not unlike reading, is a basic human right today. Children who fail to develop high level of skills in these subjects are shut out of the most interesting and rewarding careers. Of course, to be employable in the modern economy, high school graduates need to be more than merely literate and numerate. In particular, knowledge of algebra and geometry divides the unskilled and clerical jobs from the better-paying, upwardly mobile positions available to high school graduates. Mathematician and computer scientist Frances Rosamond of National University estimates that starting salaries go up $2,000 per year for every math course taken after Grade 9. As mathematician Lynn Osen puts it, business today needs these people. “Our numeracy results is an area where we need to put our focus,” so said assistant superintendent
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To repeat, when it comes to the teaching of mathematics, the stakes are high. Without adequate foundation in arithmetic skills and concepts from elementary school, middle school students are unable to progress in algebra. Without strong foundations in algebraic skills and ideas, the door to subsequent meaningful math courses will be closed. A domino effect begins in elementary grades and works its way up the educational ladder—thus throttling the normal process of producing competent corps of scientists, engineers and mathematicians society so badly needed in this era of international competition. Conclusion? Whatever you do, don’t ever let a child get more than six months behind in math. Catching up after that can be nearly impossible. To succeed, what you really need is a hook, a structured program that is not “a mile wide and an inch deep.” For best results follow the world’s top program—Math: the Singapore Way. The Singaporean program is traditional math taught properly. It moves gradually, one step at a time, from concrete illustrations (objects) to visual illustrations (pictures) and finally to abstract concepts to enable students to learn math meaningfully. It expects students to master skills early and to continue using those as courses grow more advanced. Thus, students learn math smoothly and with understanding. What a way to end the bogus math wars. Lal Sharma Chilliwack
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n the book turned television mini-series, Call the Midwife, the story’s protagonist, Jenny Lee, is inquiring about the faith of an elderly nun by the name of Sister Monica Joan. Eventually, after Jenny’s numerous inquiries, the old nun retorted, “Questions, questions—you wear me out with your questions, child. Find out for yourself—we all have to in the end. No one can give you faith. It is a gift from God alone. Seek and ye shall find. Read the Gospels. There is no other way. Do not pester me with your everlasting questions. Go with God, child; just go with God.” Monica’s repeated phrase, “Go with God,” had been puzzling to Jenny for a while. “Suddenly it became clear . . . I had been groping for years to understand, or at least to come to terms with the meaning of life. These three small words, “Go with God,” were for me the beginning of faith. That eve-
ning, I started to read the Gospels.” I appreciate that exchange for a number of reasons. For one,
Jenny Lee has questions and doubts about faith but is willing to explore them, even to the point of becoming a nag to an elderly nun. I also like the fact that Sister Monica Joan pointed her to the gospels (the first four books of the New Testament in the Bible), albeit in a bit of a prickly way! A lot of satisfying answers to difficult questions can be had but at the end of the day it is encountering Jesus
for ourselves that must take place. There is a story in the Gospel of Mark (9:14-29) where a man approached Jesus with the hope that He could heal his son. He asked Jesus to heal his son if he could. Jesus assured the man that He could. To that the father exclaimed, “I believe; help my unbelief!” That is a wonderful phrase. He simultaneously declares that he has some faith, lacks faith, and requests that Jesus help him grow in faith. To those exploring faith, I encourage you to find a kind, thoughtful Christian and ask them your questions and share your doubts and skepticisms. Ultimately, I encourage you to approach
Jesus for yourself by reading the gospels and praying to Him. Perhaps with a prayer like the father spoke to Jesus in Mark 9. To those who are followers of Jesus, I encourage you to thoughtfully engage those who have faith questions. What is truly helpful to those around us who are exploring the cravings in their souls for God is to convey the awe and wonder we have for God and to exhibit the grace and kindness of our Lord Jesus Christ in our speech and hospitality. Too often people receive sharp and defensive responses rather than winsome and compelling dialogue. There is nothing more staggeringly beautiful than the grace that Jesus extends to those in need. May the way we interact with others confirm that truth and not contradict it. Go with God, friends. And there’s no better place to start that journey than in the gospels. ◗ Matt Shantz is a pastor at Central Community Church and can be reached at matt@central365.
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a drug and alcohol free evening ting bigger and better as the night where the kids can basically just be goes on to encourage kids to stay kids again and have fun,” Meldrum late. said. This year, a 2 a.m. 500-balloon If there’s any hint of students drop with prize vouchers inside drinking before they arrive, they’re each provided not allowed in the and door. “If kids are going anticipation reward, and then But Dry Grad the grand prize has had no to want to go was given out at incidents since party, they’re going 4:30 a.m. Meldrum’s been None of it involved she said. to go party. They’re would be possible “If kids are not going to want without the many going to want to sergo party, they’re to come in the first community vice groups and going to go party,” place.” local businesses she said. “They’re that give to the not going to want - Eleanor Meldrum event in order to come in the first to let the graduplace.” ates let loose in In fact a lot of a safe and fun environment, said grads who plan to go for a short visit Meldrum. and move on to an outside party “Every year it’s a new set of kids, end up staying. To keep them there this year, there and every year it’s a new set of parents,” she said. was a mechanical bull, a bungee “And everybody’s excited again.” run, an obstacle course, caricature ◗ Dry Grad is looking for donations artists, a henna station, temporary all year. To give prizes for next year’s tattoos and, as always, food. event, call Eleanor Meldrum at 604And the party runs from 11 p.m. 799-1534. to 5 a.m. every year with prizes get-
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Ashleigh Kreitner (front) and friends move to the groove on the dance floor at the event.
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A caricature artist draws Carrie Funk (left) and Matt Borsheim (right) from Sardis secondary.
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Vines at Singletree Winery in Abbotsford. (Inset) Singletree owner Garnet Etsell, left, listens to Abbotsford-West MLA Mike de Jong at the grand opening of the winery last Friday.
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he Fraser Valley from Chilliwack to Langley is one of the most productive agricultural regions in Canada to be sure. One crop that has long been a struggle for growers has been wine grapes. And one industry that is in its infancy is Fraser Valley wine. But there are those who think that could all change. “I really believe we are an emerging region at the same state the Okanagan was 25 years ago,” Abbotsford’s Singletree Winery owner Garnett Etsell said at the grand opening of the winery last Friday. His son, viticulturist Andrew Etsell agrees. “We’ve got a great white grape growing region here,” Etsell tells me after the ribbon was cut on the tasting room that sits in front of 13 acres of grapes atop Mt. Lehman Road. So why aren’t there more wineries in Chilliwack, Abbotsford, Langley? There are about eight or nine in total in the region, according to Etsell. Best known and first opened is Domaine de Chaberton in Langley. Just down the road from the Etsells is Mt. Lehman Winery. In Chilliwack? There is the Kompauers and St. Urban Winery on
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for vineyards. Much of the Etsell family’s current production on its 67 acres is blueberries and turkeys. The first planted grapes in 2010 and harvested in 2013 are the basis for three of its wines now on offer. Abbotsford-West MLA, and finance minister, Mike de Jong was at the grand opening June 26 to announce $18,500 in funding for the winery to participate in the provincial Buy Local program. De Jong said B.C.’s agriculture “tentacles” are stretching around the world, and he said as he travels around saying he is from Abbotsford he hopes one day people will say, “That place with the airshow and the really good wine.” Singletree Winery’s tasting room is now open for visitors, Thursday through Sunday from noon to 5:30 p.m., where folks can sample Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Siegerrebe, Pinot Noir and a white blend called Farmhand White. Singletree Winery is located at 5782 Mt. Lehman Rd. in Abbotsford. The wine is now open daily for visitors, Thursday through Sunday from 12noon to 5:30pm. ◗ As for local berry wine enthusiasts who want to try it themselves, FoodMatters Chilliwack hosts a Summer Fruit Wine workshop on July 30 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Ryder Lake Hall.
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The 2015-16 BCHL season schedule has been released by the league, and there are some changes from last year. Not at the start of the regular season this year, the Bauer BCHL Showcase will take place two weeks after the Sept. 11 opening game, (see Showcase schedule at bit.ly/1LpbJAt). With the Wenatchee Wild joining the Chilliwack Chiefs in the Mainland division, the league now has 17 teams playing a combined 493 games. The BCHL is playing a full interlock schedule which means each team will host and visit every other team. Out-of-division teams will share one set of home/away games, while in-division squads will meet multiple times within those parameters. The regular season will end Feb. 28 next year, and playoffs will start March 4, 2016. To see the Chiefs 2015-16 schedule visit www.chilliwackchiefs.net.
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UFV Alumni tourney
University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) grads will have an opportunity to reunite on the links together at this fall’s inaugural UFV Alumni Open golf tournament. A reception afterwards is open for those who don’t want to golf but still want to participate in the day. The Texas scramble tournament is on Sept. 18 at Chilliwack Golf Club, with
lunch and registration at 11 a.m., shotgun start at 1 p.m., and reception at 4 p.m. Early bird registration deadline is July 15 ($125 single, $500 foursome) and all registrations include gifts, lunch and refreshments, activities and contests and the reception with more prizes available. Visit alumni.ufv.ca/events/ ufv-alumni-open/.
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The Cultus Lake sailing club offers sailing courses for both adults and youth throughout the summer. The kids courses are week-long day camps where the focus is fun and safety while learning the basics of sailing, and are all based on the CANSail program. All courses cover water safety, terminology, knots and sailing skills and are taught by Sail Canada certified coaches. Adult courses are offered as weekend and weekday (Monday to Thursday, July 13 to 16) options. And new this year, a family weekend event: dates, format and cost will depend upon the need of individual groups. Phone 604-8588678 or visit www.cultuslakesailing.com.
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If you go Bernie & Red: July 12 at Legion Br. No.4. For tickets call 604-792-6963.
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Here’s some of what you’ve been telling us about what you love about Chilliwack . . . “I love Chilliwack for many reasons. Two that come to mind quickly are of course the people who live here and the genuine sense of community pride. We have an amazing amount of volunteers and groups who are passionate about our city and what goes on in it. Truly a city worth bragging about.” - Trevor McDonald
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They’ve been around the world touring their music and comedy act and will play Legion Br. No. 4 on July 12.
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rare local appearance for popular husband and wife entertainers Bernie & Red happens at Legion Br. No. 4 on July 12. Since beginning their entertainment career here in the Fraser Valley almost 40 years ago, Bernie & Red have taken their comedy and music show worldwide, appearing on cruise ships and in almost every state and province in North America. Local appearances, however, are few and far between. Bernie & Red have a large and loyal local fan base and a reputation for presenting an upbeat and entertaining show with lots of laughs. If you can imagine Johnny Carson and Bette Midler as a double act, with a bit of Benny Hill mixed in, you come close to
Husband and wife duo bring their music and comedy show to Legion describing the Bernie & Red show. They have recorded more than a dozen CDs and have even published their own book, Our Story, which is an autobiography and songbook, featuring more than 20 of their original compositions and parodies. Although veterans of the business, Bernie & Red try to keep as current as possible, even with their merchandise. “Our first recordings were issued on long playing vinyl, then we moved on to cassettes, 8 tracks and then CDs,” Bernie said. “Now
our latest venture is a USB thumb drive. I can’t believe it, a dozen CDs and a book, all on a tiny thumb drive.” ◗ Bernie & Red perform at the Royal Canadian Legion Br. No. 4, 9350 Mary St. in Chilliwack on Sunday, July 12. Showtime is at 2 p.m. For more information and tickets call 604-792-6963 or 604-792-2337. For more information about Bernie & Red check out their website www. bernieandred.com or follow them on Facebook at www.facebook. com/bernieandred.
Youth encouraged to explore the arts Children’s Day has much to offer on July 15
most about Chilliwack are hiking in Cultus Lake Park and biking in Columbia Valley.”
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“My City. Our City. How we love Chilliwack. From the time that I was a toddler I have called you home. I have watched you change from a small town to a mid-sized city and yet you have kept that close knit feel. Chilliwack is caring, compassionate and has a fierce loyalty and community pride. I love seeing Mount Cheam from my bedroom window. Its rugged beauty never ceases to fill me with wonder. We are aptly named ‘The Great Outside.’ Trails, and rivers and quiet pastoral settings are part of our City’s charm. And to all those City slickers who have never eaten raspberries and blueberries straight from the bush or chomped on local corn picked straight from the field and then barbecued and drenched in warm butter, quite frankly, you are missing out.” - Mayor Sharon Gaetz
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he annual program for Harrison Festival of the Arts’ Children’s Day has consistently included three different live performances and a number of drop-in activities that encourage children to explore the arts through creative play. Under the direction of new Children’s Day co-ordinator, Janet Hutchinson, the programming for this year’s Children’s Day, Wednesday, July 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., will see some refreshing new activities that invite children and parents’ to experience hands-on interactions with a wide range of performing arts including music, drama and physical skills. “Janet is an experienced event organizer in the Fraser Valley and has had great success developing child-focused programming for various local community groups,” says Harrison Festival Society artistic director Andy Hillhouse. Performing arts activities added this year include Circus Skills training and games, Acting Out dramat-
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Youth ensemble Tambia Marimba perform at this year’s Harrison Festival of the Arts on the outdoor stage. ic play lead by Chilliwack School of Performing Arts, Music Makers rhythm circle lead by instructor Anya McRae and Story Forest featuring wildlife puppets from the Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve. “It is a joy to connect and share with fellow arts organizations and groups in this celebration of youthful fun and creativity,” Hillhouse said. “It offers a more enriching experience for us as organizers and the public.”
Returning activity favourites include the popular Climbing Wall, BC Hydro Power Smart Booth, Craft Central and Play Zone for toddlers and preschoolers. The day’s performance lineup features musician and inventor, Al Simmons, on the indoor Memorial Hall stage. Called the “Thomas Edison of entertainers,” Simmons is one of the most popular children’s { See FESTIVAL, page A21 }
“I love Chilliwack because it has amazing options to connect my kids to nature. I love taking my children to Cultus Lake and watch them dive into the water and build castles. I love taking them to the many playgrounds, especially the three-storey slide in downtown Chilliwack. I love taking them to Cheam Wetlands and the Elk Creek trail, both are perfect for scavenger hunts where they find snails and beetles. I love taking them to the Vedder River where they learn to bike and throw rocks into the rapids. I love Chilliwack.” - Kelly TeBrinke
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Crafts, laughs and British Pub Nights on tap stein musical Oklahoma!, brought to stage by Chilliwack’s Secondary Characters theatre group from July 23 to Aug. 2. A tale of the old west, rivalry, and true love, this production will be a great summer show, and an ideal way to unwind on a hot July evening. The Chilliwack Arts & Cultural Centre Society, plus their community partners, will be in attendance at one of Chilliwack’s most exciting summer events—Party in the Park. Remember to come over and say hi; comments and conversation about your experiences at The Centre are always welcome. As always, for more information on our shows and classes, give The Centre Box Office a shout at 604-391-SHOW (7469) and our friendly staff will be more than happy to give you a hand with tickets or other details. You can also visit us online at www.chilliwackculturalcentre.ca. ◗ Rich Taylor is the marketing assistant at Chilliwack Cultural Centre. A fan of dark beer, heavy metal, and fluffy cats, he can be reached at Richard@chilliwackculturalcentre.ca and on Twitter at @ ChwkCulturalCtr.
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day, July 19, this class is the place to sharpen your wit and learn how become so spontaneously hilarious that your friends and family will be howling with laughter. An excellent way to build confidence and have a great time. Next up (and the perfect follow up for those who got a little addicted after the Embossed Copper and Antiqued workshop), will be the Wire Weaving Jewelry workshop on Wednesday, July 29. Exploring different ways to create your own jewelry from wire, this class is a great way to both try making your own designs for the first time, or to add to your artistic repertoire. Participants will complete a pendant. Of course it isn’t just the adults who get to have all the fun, with The Centre’s Summer Art Camps for Kids offering a thrilling range of opportunities for children to delve into the arts (and give parents a bit of a vacation too) The
Centre will offer an unbelievable 130 art classes this summer, and with a flexible schedule, multiple classes each day, and a range of age groups, the Summer Art Camps offer something for everybody, no matter the age, ability, or artistic interest. Camps begin on July 13 and run until Aug. 21, so check out our website for details on classes and registration. If you can’t make any of our July classes however, there are still plenty of events going on at The Centre this July. Chilliwack Players’ Guild will welcome you to a British invasion, with British Pub Nights filling the Rotary Hall Studio Theatre with skits, tunes, and pub grub from the great old isle on select dates from July 2 to 11. Expect cheesy sing-alongs, risqué British humour, and a live band that will take you down memory lane with this well-loved tradition. The entertainment will go on with The Variety Extravaganza on July 12. Featuring live music, comedy, and magical illusions in a feast of energetic performances, this eclectic show is a treat for the entire family. Closing out July’s shows will be the classic Rodgers and Hammer-
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he vibrant energy of this beautiful time of year brings the creativity out in everybody, and with a fantastic range of arts and crafts workshops and classes on offer at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre, this summer is the perfect time to explore your artistic side. From pottery and jewelry making to the adrenaline-packed RAWK Camps, The Centre is the place to be to fill the summer months with creativity. Beginning July with a burst of exciting jewelry making, The Centre’s Embossed Copper and Antiqued Bracelets workshop on Tuesday, July 7 will give participants the opportunity to work with metal to create unique items of jewelry. This two-hour workshop will teach you how to produce designs in sheet metal before colouring to create an antique effect, and is the perfect chance for those who can’t commit to multiple class sessions to explore an exciting craft. The fun will go on in the next workshop with an entirely different twist, with Intro to Improv promising a full weekend of laughs. Running from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 18 and Sun-
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The Chilliwack Players Guild present their 26th British Pub Nights, a favourite of many, from July 2 to 11. Enjoy an evening with talented actors in risque British skits, singing Beatles era tunes with a live band. There will be a roast beef pub lunch served at intermission and a sing along at the end of the show included in the price of the ticket. Dickens will be in the lobby bringing lovely sweets to enjoy. The Cultural Centre is also providing British beer for the event. Tickets still available at $25. Call 604-391-SHOW.
Naturally artistic
Several members of the Chilliwack Visual Artists Association will exhibit their art work, from July 6 to July 31, in the beautiful Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve. The theme of “Nature” will be interpreted in various ways by the artists,
What’s On email your events to editorial@chilliwacktimes.com in different mediums. The open hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, and admission is free.
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Clay exhibition
“CLAY 2015”, the next exhibit by the Chilliwack Visual Artists Assoc. at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre’s Gallery, is a 40th anniversary celebration of the Fraser Valley Potters Guild Association. A unique exhibit of works
in clay by over 30 potters from Chilliwack and the Fraser Valley. Juried by David Lloyd, a well-known Vancouver ceramic artist and arts educator. This exhibit runs until July 18, from
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University of the Fraser Valley’s theatre department will once again challenge and engage audiences as it presents its 2015/16 Season of Theatre. All productions will be held in the performance theatre on the Chilliwack North campus, at the corner of Yale and Airport roads in Chilliwack. UFV Theatre will present Argonautica by Mary Zimmerman Nov. 12 to 29 and Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare March 3 to 20. For more information on the 2015/16 UFV Season of Theatre or to purchase season tickets, call 604-795-2814
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noon to 5 p.m., Wednesday to Saturday. A local potter will be available to provide group tours, on request—just call ahead to make arrangements with Holly McKeen, at 604-846-6440.
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The Chilliwack Community Arts Council presents a unique exhibition of Layers: Five Faces of Collage at the Art Room, #205725 Vedder Rd. until July 21. The collection feature the works of five women that used a variety of mixed media of paints, pastels, inks, papers and
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A fundraiser “Pub Night” will be held July 24 at 6 p.m. at the Jolly Miller Pub located at 5865 Vedder Rd. Tickets are $10 and includes a dinner of chicken/spaghetti, tossed salad and garlic toast. Door prizes and 50/50 draw. Purchase tickets at the Senior Resource office 9291 Corbould St.
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acts in the country, and well known and loved for his inventive musical comedy. Sets by Nunavut group The Jerry Cans and youth ensemble Tambai Marimba will be featured on the outdoor stage. Families are encouraged to hang around town after the Children’s Day site has closed to catch the youthful and exuberant evening Memorial Hall performance with The Strumbellas at 8:30 p.m. This Canadian group is making waves at festi-
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Children under 12 admitted free to Festival vals across North America and abroad for the quality of their dynamic live shows. They have an all ages appeal with a popular contemporary alternative folk style similar to massive groups such as The Lumineers and Fleet Foxes. With children 12 and under admitted free to evening Hall performances, families
have more access than ever to share an unforgettable full day family fun Festival extravaganza. “Accessibility is a core value of our organization,” Hillhouse said. “We have families ourselves and understand how challenging it can sometimes be to find family friendly programming that
is engaging, educational and entertaining while remaining affordable.” ◗ Admission to Children’s Day is $6 (children three and under are free, group rate available). Complete lineup and tickets for the 37th annual Harrison Festival of the Art are available online at www.harrisonfestival.com, by phone at 604-796-3664 or in person at the Ranger Station Art Gallery in Harrison.
Calling all hikers, campers, Search and Rescue Personnel, Scout leaders, nature enthusiasts and everyone else interested. Want to learn a new and valuable skill? Learn how to track! After learning how to track you will never look at the earth in the same way you always have. It will be like a history book. Almost everything that has happened in an area is written in the landscape. It is up to us to learn how to read this landscape. We plan to host a professional tracker from the US to do a 2.5 day tracking workshop in Chilliwack. It’s scheduled on July 15-17 for $200 per person. That includes 2.5 days of tracking, badges and learning resources. If you are interested please email me at wildernesseducation2015@gmail.com or phone at 604-793-3786. See Fernando’s website at http://professionaltrackers.com. 7046786
NOTICE NOTICEOF OFPUBLIC PUBLICHEARING HEARING NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Tuesday, August 2013 atat 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 2013 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, July20, 7,20, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers Council Chambers Council Chambers 8550 Young Road, Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 8A4 8550 Young Road, Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 8A4 8550 Young Road, Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 8A4 www.chilliwack.com www.chilliwack.com www.chilliwack.com TAKE NOTICE that thethe Council of of thethe CityCity of of Chilliwack hold a Public Hearing, as as noted TAKE NOTICE that Council Chilliwack hold a Hearing, Public Hearing, noted above, on the following items: TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the City of Chilliwack will holdwill awill Public as noted above, on the following items:
above, on the following items: 1. 1.ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT BYLAW 2013, No.No. 3944 ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT BYLAW 2013, 3944(RZ000806) (RZ000806) 1. OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN BYLAW AMENDMENT BYLAW 2015, No. 4120 3. ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT BYLAW 2015, No. 4121 (RZ000906) Location: Wilkins Drive (a (a portion of)of) Location: 5971 5971 Wilkins Drive portion (OCP00026) Location: 46272 Stevenson Road Owners: Sawatzky andand Jenny Lynn Sawatzky Owners: Alfred Alfred Sawatzky Jenny Lynn Sawatzky Applicant: City of Chilliwack Owner: James and Monica Burt 2 2 portion of of thethe subject property, as as shown onon thethe map Purpose: rezone a 634m portion subject property, shown map Purpose: To To rezone a 634m Purpose: From time to time it is necessary to amend the Offi cial Community Purpose: a (One portion of the subject property, as shown on the map below, from an R1-A (One Family Residential) Zone toTo anrezone R1-C (One Family below, from an R1-A (One Family Residential) Zone to an R1-C Family Plan (OCP) to update current standards and to clarify intent. As below, from a R1-A Residential – Accessory) Zone to to facilitate a 2a lot subdivision andand the Residential – Accessory) Zone facilitate 2 lot subdivision the (One Family Residential) Zone to a R1-D (Infill construction of of a single home with a legal secondary suite. construction a single family home with a legal secondary suite. such, housekeeping amendments to the OCP are proposed, asfamily Small Lot One Family Residential) Zone to facilitate a future follows: subdivision. Location Map Location Map
1. To amend the density for Low Density Residential (RL) areas from “25 units per hectare” to a range of “12 – 50 units per hectare,” to allow townhomes in select locations. 2. To require a development permit for alterations to existing commercial uses in DPA7 – Industrial Area Form and Character. 3. To adjust the Urban Growth Boundary (OCP Map #3), to include ALR exempt and/or excluded properties located along the west side of Walden Avenue and 47045 First Avenue. 4. To amend the Eastern Hillside Comprehensive Area Plan’s “Rural Hillside (RH)” land use designation to allow a minimum lot size of 4 to 8 ha.
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2. 2.ZONING BYLAW BYLAW 2013, No.No. 3945 ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT BYLAW 2013, 3945(RZ000804) (RZ000804) 2. ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT BYLAW 2015, No. 4116AMENDMENT (RZ000905) Location: 47340 Sylvan Drive (a portion of) Location: 47340 Sylvan Drive (a portion of) Location: 45382 Spadina Avenue BCBC Ltd.Ltd. (Nick Westeringh) 0945651 (Nick Westeringh) Owners: Goshulak Construction Owner: Ltd.Owner: 0945651 Purpose: To To rezone 1.30 hectare portion of of thethe subject property, as as shown onon thethe Purpose: a 1.30 hectare portion subject property, shown Purpose: To rezone the subject property, as shown onrezone theamap below, from map below, from an R3 (Small Lot One Family Residential) Zone to an R4 map below, from an R3 (Small Lot One Family Residential) Zone to an R4 an R1-A (One Family Residential) Zone to an R1-D (Infill Small Lot (Low Density Multi-Family Residential) Zone to to facilitate a boundary (Low Density Multi-Family Residential) Zone facilitate a boundary One Family Residential) Zone, to facilitate a futurewith subdivision. adjustment thethe property located at at 6026 Lindeman andand the adjustment with property located 6026 Lindeman Street the Persons who deemStreet that their interests are affected by the proposed Location Map: construction of of a townhouse development. construction a townhouse development. Location Map Location Map
amendment bylaws will have an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing or, if you are unable to attend, you may send your written submission to the City Clerk’s Office by 4:00 p.m. on the date of the Public Hearing. All submissions will form part of the record of the Hearing. These proposed bylaws may be inspected between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, from Wednesday, June 24, 2015 to Tuesday, July 7, 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.
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Please note that no further information or submissions can be considered by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. 3. 3.ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT BYLAW 2013, No.No. 3947 (RZ000810) ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT BYLAW 2013, 3947 (RZ000810) Applicant: of of Chilliwack Applicant: CityCity Chilliwack Janice McMurray Purpose: of of amendments to to Zoning Bylaw 2001, No.No. 2800 areare Purpose: A number A number amendments Zoning Bylaw 2001, 2800 proposed to to provide forfor andand regulate federally licensed medicinal proposed provide regulate federally licensed commercial medicinal Deputy City Clerk commercial marihuana grow operations within thethe CityCity of of Chilliwack. marihuana grow operations within Chilliwack.
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TRAVEL WATERS, Karyn Karyn passed away peacefully on her birthday, June 16, 2015, at the age of 38 years. She had a strong spirit and battled cancer for more than a year to win every minute she could get with her family. Karyn is survived by her husband Chadwick, children Sebastian (8 years), Gwendolyn (5 years), and Josephine (18 months). Her passing is also mourned by her father Larry Eaglestone; sister Kelly Glass and husband Jacob; mother-inlaw Cheryl Corscadden; sisterin-law Danielle Kingma & her husband Bryan; sister-in-law Charlene Waters & her partner Cornelius Wheland; as well as nieces and nephews Mikiya, Marty, Billy, Colleen, Jules, Keira and Megan. She will also be missed by her many, amazing
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TIMESHARE
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CHILDCARE WANTED
F/T IN-HOME CAREGIVER, to supervise and care for my 13 year old son in Chilliwack. Duties: Accompany to and from activities, library etc. Prepare light meals and snacks, light housekeeping and laundry as time permits. Most importantly supervision of my son when I am out of the house, especially during the night. (604)703-1201
ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING
Accounts Receivable Clerk/Reception The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!
This position is part of the core office team in our Langley office and is a challenging admin. position requiring many different skill sets to deal with all aspects and components of the position. This position acts as a liaison between the Accounting dept. and the Sales/Shipping dept. with respect to the invoicing and inventory. Responsible for compliance with The Langley Concrete Group’s policies and procedures, timely and accurate invoicing, inputting of deposits, as well as inputting & monitoring of all documents, transactions and records impacting the Accounts Receivable system. The Accounts Receivable Clerk is expected to perform, in a timely and accurate manner, all tasks listed below while maintaining professionalism and confidentially in the performance of this important role in our Langley office environment. Qualifications and Position Requirements: • Preference will be given to candidates with Two plus years exp. in accounts receivable / collections and reception in a computerized accounting enviro. • Consistent, reliable attendance is req. in order to successfully perform & complete the essential job functions and duties of this position • Good knowledge of accounting principles is required Please send updated resume and cover letter indicating salary expectations to hr@ langleyconcretegroup.com
friends. Karyn was predeceased
by her mother Sandy in 2013. The family would like to thank the staff of the Abbotsford Regional Hospital & Cancer Centre
for the support and accommodation which allowed us the extra quality time with Karyn. Karyn died young but made the most of the life given her, including her dream of being a business owner when she moved Birkeland Brothers Wool from its downtown Vancouver location of 73 years to downtown Abbotsford. Her family is dedicated to realizing her dream
of continuing the family business in Abbotsford for another 73 years. A Memorial Service will be held for Karyn on Friday, July 3, 2015, at 3:00 PM at Cascade Community Church, 35190 Delair Rd, Abbotsford, BC. Tributes and condolences may be left at www.hendersonsabbotsfordfunerals.com
Henderson’s Funeral Home 604-854-5534
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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! Indemand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your workat-home career today!
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
EDUCATION
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS are in huge demand! Train with Canada’s top Medical Transcription school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today! 1.800.466.1535 www.canscribe.com. info@canscribe.com.
109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES GET FREE VENDING MACHINES Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year. All Cash-Locations Provided. Protected Territories. Interest Free Financing. Full Details CALL NOW 1866-668-6629 Website WWW.TCVEND.COM
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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Container Services
Jim’s Mowing Business for Sale Call 310-JIMS (5467)
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HELP WANTED
CHIILLIWACK DECORATING CENTRE 108-8645 Young Road Has a full time position available for the right person - Must be willing to work Saturdays - Be a team player, have a - Have a keen sense of design and colour - Experience not necessary but is an asset.
Kat,
Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
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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.
Call 604-858-8082 for an interview
HELP WANTED
Wholesale Meat Cutters Johnston’s Meat Processing Plant, located at 5828 Promontory Rd. in Chilliwack, BC, is looking for 6 experienced Meat Cutters for F/T, perm. positions. Mon-Fri, no weekends or nights. Wages $16.19 to $20.12/hour, approximately 40hrs per week. Other benefits as per Collective Agreement: Medical and Dental Benefits, Disability, Life insurance, Group Insurance, RRSP, Vision Care. Duties: Cut, trim & prepare standard cuts of meat; remove bones. Work in refrigerated area. Specific skills req’d: Knife skills, deboning and trimming beef and pork; Must have steel-toe safety boots. Apply to: Sandy Semaschuk E-mail: ssemaschuk @johnstons.ca Fax: 604-858-0090 In person: 5828 Promontory Road, Chilliwack BC, V2R 4M4
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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
CARETAKER needed for a 15 unit motel in Delta. Free accommodation plus income included in the package. This position is ideal for a couple. For more information Call (604) 943-2632 or email: manager@beachgrovemotel.com.
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ATTENTION KIDS & ADULTS
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 ESTABLISHED cleaning company looking to hire house cleaners in Chilliwack. Licence required. M-F. 604-634-6243
FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944
FLAG PPL & LANE TECH’s Needed. Must be cert & have car. Med/Dental $15 - $24/hr. bcroadsafe.com email resume to: trshaw@bcroadsafe.com
First Place
In this life, it took 32 years for our souls to find their way back to one another... Welcome back home hun, I am finally whole again. Marry me?
DO YOU WANT TO EARN SOME EXTRA CASH? TIMES NEWSPAPER DELIVERY ROUTES NOW AVAILABLE! Call to apply today! 604-702-5147 Or email us at: lellis@chilliwacktimes.com
(Put your Starbucks down and look up at me) Love always, Marina
HAIRSTYLIST WANTED
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CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD
careers@vankam.com
I knew you were the one when I realized Your smile was my heaven, Your laugh my favourite song, And your arms my home.
HELP WANTED
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
Apply in person with resume
Please submit your application package to: Only those of interest will be contacted.
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UCLUELET HARBOUR SEAFOODS is currently seeking FISH CUTTERS This position requires the ability to fillet a minimum of 150Lbs of Rockfish fillets with a 30% Skin- off recovery (500 Round Pounds) per hour or, 140 or more whole Rockfish per hour. Apply by e-mail to: uhsjobs@pac seafood.com or call at Ph: 250-726-7768 x234
DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
Van-Kam Freightways Ltd has envisioned and strived for transportation excellence since 1947. Our successful and long standing relationship with our customers and our status as a major transporter enables us to continue expansion and to provide an infrastructure that ensures a punctual and dependable service capability. This position will be focused on container drayage and off-dock container services: Building our port business both for inbound and outbound overseas clients as well as our domestic clients for this service. Our diverse network within Western Canada allows the successful individual many pools to draw from to be able to successfully present our “Value Proposition”. This individual will project a confident and professional image for Van-Kam. Applicants should have previous sales experience which demonstrates an ability to ‘grow the business’ and to seek creative solutions to transportation issues. The successful individual will develop and implement new business strategies that capture revenue, aiding in the growth and profitability of the drayage market. We are seeking an individual with knowledge and experience in the transportation industry, in particular, the overseas container business these individuals will be given preference. The successful applicant must be self-motivated and have above average organizational, customer service and negotiation skills. In addition, you will have an excellent command of the English language (oral and written), be a self-disciplined team player, the ability to travel within the region, be goal oriented and have at least intermediate excel skills.
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PERSONAL SERVICES
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
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
HOUSE CLEANERS/ JANITORS REQUIRED NOW PAY $12-15 PER HOUR Apply Weekdays Between 9AM to 2PM at: 118-713 Columbia St New West 604.522.4900
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REAL ESTATE 625
FOR SALE BY OWNER
TRUCKERS, EQUIP. O.OP’S Bring your equipment home on this large 6800 sq.ft. lot with long driveway beside house. 3 Bdrm home, completely renovated, new appliances, and patio. Chilliwack location. Appraised for mortgage purposes at $295,000. Call: (604)793-3340
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GARAGE SALES
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GARAGE SALES
Accountable Roofing - Re-Roof Specialists. Cedar Conversion, Asphalt, Torch-on (604)760-7937
TRADES, TECHNICAL
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
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HOMES WANTED
Beachside Saturday Market ina the Park
WE BUY HOMES BC
FULL TIME AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN-Must be a proven producer, good attitude, quality workmanship, excellent wage & benefit package. Email resume brandon@brabymotors.com fax 1-250-832-4545. Braby Motors Salmon Arm BC.
• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422
Produce, Home Baking, Crafts, Jewellery, Make-Up, Skin Care and more Vendors Welcome
BC BEST BUY - Place your
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June 13 - Sept 5 10:00 am to 3:00 pm CULTUS LAKE
classified ad in 3 BC REGIONS 66 Newspapers Call 1-866-575-5777 Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046
• Carpenters • Labourers Carpenters Required F/T for CWL careers@cwlcontracting.com
TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, 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
Contracting, Abby. Please e-mail:
LOCAL HVAC company looking for an experienced sheetmetal installer and gas fitter. Email resume: heating team@gmail.com
NEW THIS YEAR Food Trucks Welcome Kids Event Tents Info @ 604-858-6593
HELP WANTED
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SECURITY/ ALARM SYSTEMS NEW 14x70 2 bdrm, 2 bath in 55+ Abby Park. $92,988 with $515/pad rent. $4600 down. $1061 total/mo. 604-830-1960
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
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Great Summer Employment at BC’s #1 Waterpark!
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POSITIONS AVAILABLE IN:
We Service all Makes • • •
ADT’s, DSC’s, Brinks & all others Medical & Fire Free* Alarm Systems 604-792-8055 / 854-8055
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VACUUMS
LANDSCAPING
MOTORCYCLES
1984 HONDA SABRE, 14,000km, $1900. Call (604)858-3557
REPAIRER’S LIEN ACT Whereas,
845 New SRI *1296 s/f Double wides fr $85,488. *New SRI 14’ wides fr $69,988. Repossessed mobile homes from $1900. www.glenbrookhomes.net
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
Cuz Trucking, Gord Spencer Transport Ltd. & Infinity Leasing Inc. is indebted to Pacific Junction Enterprises Ltd. dba TDC Truck and Diesel Repairs for repair’s on a 1998 Peterbilt 379 VIN#: 1XP5DB9X0WD453170
The Scrapper
MANUFACTURED HOMES. MOBILE HOMES. MODULAR HOMES.
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
TRANSPORTATION 830
ELECTRICAL
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
GARAGE SALE Where: 47494 Chartwell Drive When: Saturday July 4th from 10am-1pm. Various household items, Thule, Guitar (with case), Wii (with games and consules), wind surfer and more!
JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
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Back of Eastside Main Beach Parking
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
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
NEW & USED Call Chuck at 604-830-1960 ~ your local SRI dealer ~
RENTALS 706
There is presently an amount due and owing of $5,869.96 plus any additional costs of storage, seizure and sale. Notice is hereby given that on the 23rd day of July, 2015 or thereafter, the said vehicle will be sold.
APARTMENT/CONDO
PETS
t 8"5&3 4"'&5: NLS & BRONZE GUARDS t $00, t #"3*45" t 1"530-
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PETS
For more information call ELITE BAILIFF SERVICES LTD. 604-539-9900
5 ALASKAN HUSKIES, born May 20. 3 M, 2 F. 1st shots, Black, white & grey. $1250. 604-882-9683 MINI DACHSHUND puppies - born June 6, males & females, smooth coat, red. Raised by 13 yr old girl, well socialized. 1st shots & dewormed, $850 (will go toward education fund) 604-820-4827 Mission.
FOR DETAILED LIST OF POSITIONS AVAILABLE PLEASE VISIT US AT:
http://www.cultus.com/contact-us/employment/
Great Work Environment! Great Hours! All Positions Start at $10.50/hr. Paid Training and Uniform Provided
• Residential Area • Elevator • Adult Oriented • Sparkling Renovations • 1 Bdrm from $620 and up
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
TO APPLY email resume and cover letter indicating position being applied to as well as your most recent High School or Post Secondary education to:
.Dan Knoke Trucking 1-888-794-3388
info@cultus.com or fax 604.858.2934
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MOVING & STORAGE
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
TOY POODLES P/B puppies ready July 21st, reddy-brown, shots & dewormed, $1500. (604)814-3404
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 526A
$499 & UNDER
FUTON SOFA BED new mattress. Hand knit bedspread $450. (604)858-2172
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
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Assistant Professor,
AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.
www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299
Coordinator, Academic Success Centre
2 coats any colour
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.
Carpenter, Theatre
NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.
UFV is a growing, exciting and welcoming workplace. Come join 15,000 students and 1,000 employees in our innovative and comprehensive learning environment.
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PLUMBING
JOURNEYMAN plumber will do reno’s and repairs. Contact James: 604-799-2428
341 7044632
For full details on these positions, visit
MISC. FOR SALE
SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.
Automation and Robotics Program
Mechanical Maintenance Worker
FRUIT & VEGETABLES
U-PICK BLUEBERRIES - $0.70/lb PICKED BERRIES - $1.50/lb. 10571 McDonald Rd. Chwk. Hrs: 8am - 7pm, 7 days/wk or till sold out. Gore Brothers - 604-824-1902
Check out the current employment opportunities at the University of the Fraser Valley. Applications are being accepted for the following positions:
Operations Coordinator, Housing
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PRESSURE WASHING
POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
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.
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MISC. WANTED
WE NEED 8 - 12 ft pieces of descent used galv roofing (small or larger lots ok) we pay considerably more than scrap and need hundreds of sheets, please make arrangements NOW! also would like some old wooden multi pane windows for hobby work etc, also need blacksmith anvil and tools, old army (Jeep can) gas spout, good used 4’ chain link fencing, good used gas or elec lawnmower for Sr. lady. Ph 604-796-6661
WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com
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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
3 BD 1/2 duplex on cul de sac, f. back yd close to schools, bus $1100. (604)792-1979
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HOMES FOR RENT
2 BDRM home Chwk fenced yard. $1450/m incl util. Avail. now. Call (604)378-7274 3 BD Sardis beautiful, f. yd, near mall, school, quiet family, ns, np, $1375/m + util. 604-316-1875
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ROOM & BOARD
CHILLIWACK. Avail now. Private room 3 meals + extras. No Drugs. $700/mo. Call (604)795-0397.
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SUITES, LOWER
BRIGHT & SPACIOUS (1600 sq ft) 2 bdrm+ Promontory bsmt suite with priv entr., backyard access, 5 appl., incl util, internet & satellite TV. $1100. Avail July , ns, np, np. Ph (604)858-3591 for viewing
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HOMES FOR RENT
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HOMES FOR RENT
OWNERS WE CAN MANAGE YOUR RENTAL PROPERTY
FOR A LOW MONTHLY FEE HOUSE RENTALS 604-793-2200
OFFICE/RETAIL
1000- 1500 sq ft RETAIL SPACE close to Garrison Crossing $3000/m (nego) Call for more info (604)798-3779
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TOWNHOUSES
CHILLIWACK, 3 bdrm + den, avail July 1, pet neg., $975/m + dd & util. Phone (604)705-3839
TRANSPORTATION
1 bdrm apt.............................. $500 3rd flr, new paint/floor, f/s
1 bdrm apt.............................. $550 f/s, gas incl’d, coin laundry
1 bdrm twnhse....................... $600 Vedder Xing, 2 Levels, Patio
1 bdrm suite ........................... $750 Appl, util incl’d, HHS
2 bdrm apt.............................. $700 f/s, heat incl’d, hardwd flr, lge unit
2 bdrm apt.............................. $800 1200 sq ft adult oriented, util incl’d
3 bdrm twnhse .....................$1650 1800 sq ft, 2 car garage, 6 appl
5 bdrm hse ........................... $1850 2 bth, inlaw, 2000 sq ft
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2002 Toyota Echo. ODO 257000. Superb commuter car, great on gas. Very reliable. Second owner. $2,700 obo. Call 604-392-5575 evenings.
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Property Taxes
Claim Home Owner Grant Online
The Home Owner Grant application, that forms part of your Tax Notice (located on the bottom of your Notice), MUST be received on or before the due date of July 2, 2015 in order to avoid penalties being imposed. Home Owner Grant applications that are incomplete, unclaimed or late will result in penalty charges. Please note that some financial institutions have chosen to no longer process Home Owner Grant applications. If you choose to pay your property taxes at your financial institution, you must ensure your Home Owner Grant (if applicable) is received at our office by the due date of July 2, 2015, otherwise a penalty will apply.
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Convenience at Your Fingertips
Home Owner Grant applications, payments and historical property information can all be completed or acquired online at mychilliwack.com.
Water Restrictions
June 1 to September 30, 2015
From June 1 to September 30 sprinkling of lawns at times other than those listed below is prohibited. These measures are being taken to conserve our water resource so adequate amounts of water are available for all purposes. Violations can be reported to the Engineering Department at 604.793.2907.
5:00 am to 8:00 am or 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm Even numbered addresses: Wednesday and Saturday Odd numbered addresses: Thursday and Sunday
Please call the City Tax Department at 604.792.9498 or email taxes@chilliwack.com if you have questions or need assistance, or, if you do not receive your Property Tax Notice.
The City of Chilliwack is implementing an automated billing system to invoice property owners for false alarms which will come into full effect in September 2015.
What is a false alarm? A false alarm is the activation of an alarm system resulting in the attendance of the RCMP or the Fire Department at the property when there is no apparent or actual evidence to merit such a call. (See Bylaw No. 3747 for a full description.) Why is the City implementing this bylaw? Starting in September 2015 the City will invoice property owners for false alarms to encourage people to reduce false alarms, which cause an unnecessary expense and take RCMP members or fire fighters away from real emergencies. Thank you for taking steps today to ensure you minimize false alarms. Please visit chilliwack.com/falsealarm for more information.
Planners in the Park
Help plan for the future of Cultus Lake Park The Fraser Valley Regional District (FVRD) is a local government that is responsible for governance, administration and services for eight unincorporated Electoral Areas and six municipalities. The FVRD and the Cultus Lake Parks Board are collaborating to develop a new Park Plan that will guide the future of Cultus Lake Park, and they want your input! This plan will be used as a guiding policy for land use in the park for the next 20 years and beyond. Visit the Open Houses on July 18 and 25 from 10 am to 2 pm at Main Beach to review their Draft Plan. For more information, visit plancultus.com or email planning@fvrd.bc.ca.
Take a Free Ride on Us Please take advantage of the free public transit coupons that were mailed with your municipal tax notice. For bus schedules, visit Chilliwack.com/bus or plan your route using Google Transit.
Party in the Park Chilliwack’s favourite FREE event is back this summer! The 2015 Party in the Park will be held July 17 & 24, and August 14 & 21. Visit downtownchilliwack.com for more information.
Spring Flowers Decorate Downtown
There’s a new piece of public art downtown! At the April 21, 2015 Regular Meeting of Council, Chilliwack City Council approved a recommendation from the Chilliwack Public Art Advisory Committee that a temporary pop-up art piece be approved. The piece, titled Spring Flowers, was the vision of local artist Louisa De Vette. The Mural was painted by Mr. Hagkull’s class from nearby Central Elementary Community School. The vibrant flower mural painting can be found on the side of the old hardware building on Mill Street.
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