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But calls to end dog sledding go too far, says local Métis group Jennifer Feinberg The Progress Anger about the slaughter of sled dogs by a Whistler adventure company has touched Chilliwack.

“It was just sickening to hear about this,” said Louis De Jaeger, a member of the Chilliwack Métis Association, and a Siberian husky dog owner. “We run for exercise and for fun.”

The shocking news about the large number of sled dogs who were killed horrifically last spring just hit home.

“What a senseless tragedy that threatens to leave a black mark on such an overall good experience last year with the Winter Olympics,” he said.

De Jaeger enjoys dog sledding and was also disappointed to hear the Vancouver Humane Society had called for a ban on dog sled tours earlier this week.

But there is also a cultural dimension to the bond, he argued.

“What drives me to speak up for this breed as a Métis is not just the physical ties we share but an emotional one as well. It’s time for us to come forward and defend the animal that has defended us for hundreds of years. Culturally we are connected.”

Les Mitchell, president of Chilliwack Métis Association, fired a letter off to Whistler officials calling for swift action against the touring company.

“Dog sledding has been a part of Canadian culture for hundreds of years, and a part of Métis Aboriginal heritage,” said Mitchell. “These animals deserve the same respect they have shown us.”

B.C. SPCA is investigating the cull.

Premier Gordon Campbell also called for a task force to look into the allegations of inhumane treatment of about 100 dogs of mostly husky type breeds, who were killed over two days in a mass cull. The adventure company allegedly ordered the cull of about one-third of the sled dogs after business plummeted last spring.

Later the worker tasked with the grisly job sought counselling for post-traumatic stress syndrome.

“We do want the company to be shut down,” said De Jaeger. “Someone has to be held responsible for this. It’s an unforgivable offence really.”

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“It’s time for us to come forward and defend the animal that has defended us for hundreds of years,” says Louis De Jaeger, seen here with his Siberian huskies Juno and Yukon. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

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If early indicators are correct, Chilliwack school district will be recording its largest kindergarten class come September.

Which poses some difficulties.

The current school year has 841 total kindergarten students registered, and already some schools, like Tyson elementary, Vedder elementary and Sardis elementary, require portables to accommodate the increase in full-day kindergarten students.

Next year, projections show an increase of 100 more kindergarten students.

“It’s going to be our biggest kindergarten class ever,” said district superintendent Corinne McCabe.

McCabe credits the increase to a boom of children born in Chilliwack five years ago, and to an increase in young families migrating to the area.

Chilliwack General Hospital delivered 962 babies in 2006.

The district expects to be at capacity for schools on the Sardis side within the next five to six years.

“We are going to be tight on the south side and it’s going to continue to get more challenging over the next several years, particularly at the elementary level,” said McCabe.

The district has put out a request for proposals on a 10-year facility plan to figure out how to accommodate all students over the next 10 years. McCabe said the district was also looking at more short-term remedies, but couldn’t yet confirm what they were.

“We’re just sort of in the process of deciding where we go for the fall and looking at how we manage enrollments over the short term and the long term,” said McCabe. kbartel@theprogress.com

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Cohen salmon probe deadline extended Jeff Nagel Black Press Justice Bruce Cohen will have an extra 14 months to get to the bottom of the mystery of the dwindling Fraser River sockeye salmon.

His inquiry into the downturn has been granted an extension, with a final report now due by June 30, 2012 instead of this spring.

Cohen cited the complexity of the commission’s work, the difficult and time-consuming document disclosure process and large number of

participants in obtaining more time.

The commission’s budget is also increasing, from $14 million to an estimated $25 million.

Hearings are now slated to run until at least September.

The commissioner is to make recommendations on improving the future sustainability of the sockeye fishery, including potential changes in policies, practices and procedures of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO).

The delay has caused anger among First Nations that are close to treaties that can’t be concluded until

the federal government signs off on guaranteed shares of the salmon fishery.

Six treaty tables where agreements-in-principle are close are in limbo because Ottawa won’t finalize treaty fishing rights until it receives Cohen’s findings, according to Sophie Pierre, chief commissioner of the B.C. Treaty Commission.

“Because of the delay, what we’re concerned about is the growing debt First Nations are facing,” she said, referring to the loans aboriginal groups must incur to cover their negotiating costs.

“We have First Nations negotiating tables that are fast approaching the tipping point where what they’re going to get in terms of a cash offer for self-government is going to be less than what they owe for going through these negotiations. So what’s the point?”

Also critical of the delay is Conservative MP John Cummins (Richmond-Delta East), who argues Cohen is devoting too much money to his own staff and scientific studies without probing DFO’s management of the fishery hard enough.

“I see it as throwing good money

after bad,” he said.

Testimony this month is concentrating on harvest management issues.

The judicial inquiry was called after the collapse of the 2009 sockeye run, when just over a million fish returned, about a tenth the expected number.

A huge return in 2010 of around 30 million Fraser sockeye is thought by most experts to be an anomaly, possibly due to an Alaskan volcano fertilizing the ocean and supercharging the food supply for juvenile salmon.

Gore Ave. house ‘known’ to police Neighbours report explosion Robert Freeman The Progress A house on Gore Avenue that burst into flames Tuesday was known to police, but an “explosion” reported by neighbours had nothing to do with drugs, a fire official said Thursday.

“There was no production of drugs to the extent that it was related to the cause of the fire,” Assistant Fire Chief Ian Josephson said.

The cause of the fire was the use of “some sort of torch,” he said.

Such torches are sometimes used to smoke crack cocaine.

Josephson said there might have been an explosion during the course of the fire from a small propane tank located in the house.

He said knocking down the flames proved difficult due to “large amounts of combustible contents” in the house, but none of the contents were chemicals associated with a meth lab.

Firefighters would have been ordered out of the building for safety reasons, if those chemicals had been found, he said.

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Firefighters extinguish a house fire on Gore Avenue around 1 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

ICBC could end garage-door thefts Black Press

Ken Pugh of Chilliwack scanned and reprinted his ICBC insurance papers in order to remove his last name and address to prevent home break-ins and theft. JENNA HAUCK/ BLACK PRESS

A recent rash of break-ins at the homes of Abbotsford church-goers is just the latest incarnation of an old crime.

Thieves know the majority of drivers keep their insurance papers – listing their name and home address – in their vehicle, usually in the glove box or overhead visor.

Crooks just need to find a vehicle in which the owner has left a garage door opener. That gives them a “key” to the house. If the car is at a movie theatre, the head of a hiking trail, or as in recent cases, a church parking lot, the thieves know they have

plenty of time to loot the home.

“ICBC has known for years this is a problem, and they have been reluctant to take steps to solve it,” says Ken Pugh, a university instructor from Chilliwack.

“It is 100 per cent preventable,” he maintains.

Pugh spent some time in Saskatchewan, where there is no requirement to keep insurance papers in your vehicle, as there is in B.C. Saskatchewan Government Insurance (SGI) issues a smaller document that can be folded, fitting into a wallet. The rule there is that proof of insurance, if it is not available immediately, must be produced within 48 hours of a police request

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Pugh said a wallet-sized card system in B.C. is a no-brainer. The work of the so-called “Garage Burgler” in Chilliwack got him interested in trying to effect change, and he’s been trying to get the attention of ICBC officials and politicians.

“If ICBC would only do one thing – take out your personal, private information – this type of crime would be reduced dramatically, and not just in Chilliwack or Abbotsford, but across the province,” said Pugh.

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Burn awareness in class BURN from p4 the burn area is “nice and cool and dry.”

The safety presentation at Robertson, which included a visit by two firetrucks, was the kick-off to five more that will be held at Chilliwack elementary schools during Burn Awareness Week, Feb. 6-12.

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The shocking story of 100 sled dogs being shot execution-style after the Olympic Games in Whistler last year is attracting world-wide attention.

Indeed, this was an outrageously reprehensible act, particularly since it appears it was economically motivated. The bottom had dropped out of the tourist dog-sledding business after the Games.

Yet as appalling as this case is, people should find the following information even more shocking.

In 2009, the BCSPCA conducted 5,870 cruelty investigations; removed 1,332 animals from dangerous or neglectful situations, and rescued an additional 3,443 injured animals; executed 133 warrants; and submitted 62 charges of animal cruelty and neglect to Crown.

The amount of government funding the BCSPCA received to undertake this crucial work, which comprised $2 million of the organization’s $25-million budget? Not a cent.

The BCSPCA is the only animal welfare agency in the province authorized to conduct animal cruelty investigations, and is officially responsible for protecting and rescuing animals.

It does so almost entirely via charity – public and private donations.

That tells you the importance successive governments have placed upon animal welfare. It doesn’t warrant a sorry penny.

Animal cruelty laws in B.C. were strengthened in 2008, yet penalties remain light, with a maximum fine of $5,000. That’s if Crown takes the case at all. Only about 50 per cent of charges submitted are approved.

Hopefully, justice will be brought to bear against the perpetrator of the sled dog slaughter.

But more importantly, we hope this case will bring public and political attention and anger upon the government’s neglect of the BCSPCA. The greatest good to come from all of this would be consistent, adequate funding of the organization responsible for animal welfare, further toughening of cruelty laws, and more legislation reform to make prosecution and conviction easier.

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Province goes backwards on education VICTORIA – Guess who said this last week: “We want to reward good teachers and stop making excuses for bad ones.”

No, it wasn’t B.C. Liberal leadership hopeful Kevin Falcon, who has gone quiet on education since he caused a stir with his proposal for merit pay for public school teachers.

And it wasn’t the Fraser Institute, which is about to release its latest rankings based on foundation skills assessment (FSA) tests in B.C. schools.

It was U.S. President Barack Obama, in his state of the union address. He was talking about Race to the Top, a federal bonus program he called “the most meaningful reform of our public schools in a generation.”

“To all 50 states, we said, ‘If you show us the most innovative plans to improve teacher quality and student achievement, we’ll show you

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B.C., meanwhile, is going backwards. After years of B.C. Teachers’ Federation sabotage of skills testing, the essential mechanism for any improvement in education techniques, the B.C. Principals’ and Vice-Principals’ Association abruptly surrendered a couple of weeks Tom ago.

The tests aren’t FLETCHER flawed, association president Jameel Aziz admitted, but they have been “successfully undermined” by the BCTF. Aziz listed three reasons for abandoning FSA tests. Two of them are factually wrong.

He claimed that after years of BCTF disruption tactics, participa-

tion has fallen below 50 per cent in some districts.

Ministry records show the lowest participation was 62 per cent, last year in the Vancouver school district. The provincial average was 83 per cent, despite letters sent home by teacher union locals telling parents the tests are bad and suggesting they find some excuse for their kids to skip them.

Aziz also blamed the Fraser Institute for its “misuse” of FSA data that “does not reflect the many unique challenges faced by individual schools, nor does it credit the many unique successes of individual schools.”

Wrong again, says Peter Cowley, the Fraser Institute’s director of school performance studies. He notes that the rankings track local factors such as parental income and the proportion of English as a second language or special needs.

“We’re hunting for schools that

have shown that they are actually improving,” as well as those that are slipping, Cowley said.

Critics like to set up a straw man by comparing schools in rich urban areas with poor, remote schools. That’s “misuse,” designed to discredit the rankings and the tests.

Parents should start by looking at the performance of their own school over five years. Is it getting better or worse? Rural parents can look at similar regions of B.C. and see if comparable schools are doing better. All parents can ask what extra help their children are getting to improve their individual areas of weakness.

Aziz claimed that “some in government” have suggested FSA tests be replaced. Well, rookie cabinet minister Moira Stilwell has.

For a more informed view, here’s Education Minister Margaret MacDiarmid in an open letter to

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Leadership candidate George Abbott made vague noises about supplementing FSA tests. Here is one change he could consider.

The tests measure reading, writing and arithmetic skills at Grades 4 and 7. They track the individual student’s performance, as well as that of the team of teachers he or she has had to that point.

Additional measurements could give a clearer picture of the performance of each teacher. Then Falcon’s merit pay idea could be implemented.

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FVRD chair not in conflict: Ross and should be.

I considered this carefully before I ran for chair, sought advice and am assured there is no legal or ethical conflict. It may have been uncomfortable for me on a personal level if I believed separating from the FVRD was good for Abbotsford and bad for the FVRD but I believe it would be bad for both. Please do not confuse disloyalty to an idea, with disloyalty to my community or region. Although this issue may just have been made public, we have been dealing with it for most of last year. Yet, the majority of my board still trusted me to be a fair chair, re-electing me just last December.

On the issue of the process that this would follow, the request by Abbotsford is made to the Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development whose role it will be to investigate and make any recommendations required. The decision on this matter is not left to the FVRD board, of which I am the chair. Any further discussions of this matter at the FVRD board table results in 20 board direc-

Dogsledding part of our Canadian heritage The slaughter of 100 healthy husky sled dogs by Whistler Outdoor Adventures is disturbing at the very least.

I am appalled, and saddened that the needless slaughter of an animal that has had such a bond with man for hundreds of years, an animal that warmed our children’s beds, an animal that sounded the alarm when we were asleep, and helped us carve the many trade routes throughout BC. Dogsledding has been a part of Canadian culture for hundreds of years, a part of my Metis aboriginal heritage. These animals deserve the same respect they show us, and the culling comes post 2010 Olympics that featured all of the Aboriginal Peoples of Canada. This is an insult to a long celebrated aboriginal tradition, a Canadian tradition.

The criminals responsible for this horrific act, must be held accountable. Now is the time for the many groups who work with these animals to come forward and help restore dogsledding to the humane and respectable sport it deserves.

The call to stop all dogsledding in B.C. is concerning, and it seems the mistakes of a few could harm the greater good of all.

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tors voting, of which only five are from Abbotsford. As the chair, I only have one vote and possess no other executive or legislative authority in this regard.

Even those councillors who so far favour separating have said clearly they have still not yet made up their minds and are open to more information that could change their position. At the council table, all I am trying to do, is ensure my council have all the information on which to base their decision. As always, I respect them even when we disagree.

As well, reference to “FVRD woos Abby with more equitable plan” is misleading in that staff of the FVRD have been working on financial and organization restructuring for some time now, in an effort to incorporate into the 2011-2015 financial plan which has an effect on all member municipalities’ and electoral areas’ costs. This work would have occurred regardless of Abbotsford council’s decision.

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Should taxpayers judge schools on student performance?

There is really just one reason for the ongoing controversy over the Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA). It is that the teachers’ union is opposed to the use – by any organization or individual – of any school-level student assessment results to publicly rate schools. My reading of the 13-year history of the FSA and the public statements and actions of union officials during this period supports this suggestion.

Why does the union object to this use of student assessment results? It does so because such ratings enable anyone to compare schools on a student performance measure that might be construed to reflect on the effectiveness of its union members.

There is, therefore, one critical question that should be asked and debated before any action is taken regarding the FSA: As a society, do we believe that the public should be able to compare schools that are funded in whole or in part by taxpayers on the basis of student performance data of any kind?

I believe the teachers’ union would answer in the negative. But if, the union were to surprise me and respond in the positive, then we need a thorough public discussion of this question.

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The male was described as being in his 40s, with medium-length brown hair. He may also have missing teeth, and at the time of the incidents was wearing a red hooded sweatshirt and a red toque.

Police are reminding the public to ask for identification from anyone soliciting money for charity.

Anyone approached by the male in this case is asked to call police immediately so officers can attend and attempt to identify him.

The Chilliwack RCMP number is 604-792-4611.

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Chance to pick premier ends today Robert Freeman The Progress If you want to vote for the man or woman who will be the next B.C. premier, you’ll have to buy a BC Liberal membership before 5 p.m.

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“You can still buy a membership after the deadline, but you won’t be eligible for the (leadership) vote on Feb. 26,” Chilliwack-Hope MLA Barry Penner said.

Party officials are “bracing for thousands of new mem-

berships to arrive Friday,” he added, even though many may not have decided which leadership candidate they will vote for.

The winner of the Feb. 26 leadership vote becomes the province’s premier until the next general election on May 14, 2013.

The six candidates include Parksville Mayor Ed Mayne, former radio talk show host Christy Clark, VancouverLangara MLA Moira Stilwell, Sur rey-Cloverdale MLA Kevin Falcon, Abbotsford West MLA Mike de Jong

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Abbott is scheduled to visit Chilliwack on Saturday at the Decades coffee club on Wellington Avenue from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Clark and Falcon have also made campaign stops in Chilliwack.

Penner is a member of a party committee overseeing conduct of the leadership contest, so he has not announced a favourite candidate.

Chilliwack MLA John Les is supporting Falcon.

Penner said there has been a “significant bump up” in the

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Those who buy a $10 membership before the Friday deadline will later be mailed an identification number so they can vote by phone or by Internet.

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The funds are intended for the neighbourhood learning centre portion, which will make up 15 per cent of the new school, once it’s reconstructed.

The neighbourhood learning centre will include things like an aboriginal centre, a teaching kitchen, community training space, and distance education learning space. It will partner with community groups like Chilliwack Community Services, Big Brothers, Big Sisters, RCMP and Fraser Health.

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They then went to the couple’s home, and stole electronics and jewelry.

Funk said Abbotsford Police told them they could block out the address on their insurance papers, and although they could be ticketed for altering the documents, there’s a good chance a police officer would be understanding.

She likes Pugh’s card idea better, which could all but eliminate this type of crime.

On Jan. 23, three more people attending church had their cars broken into and tires slashed, and in one case a home was robbed.

Pugh said a class action lawsuit against ICBC involving victims of this type of crime would be warranted.

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ICBC spokesman Mark Jan Vrem said the requirement to have the original vehicle registration and insurance document in the vehicle when operating on a highway is contained in the Motor Vehicle Act. To alter this requirement, there would need to be a change to the legislation. He added that most North American law enforcement authorities require that original, unaltered documents be available if requested by a peace officer – primarily to help prevent fraud and misrepresentation.

He added that people can follow the letter of the law by having a photocopy of their insurance in the glove compartment, with their personal information blanked out, while hiding the original in another part of the vehicle.

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On the eve of Chinese New Year it’s customary to visit with relatives and partake in a large dinner where symbolic foods are served; Chinese dumplings and long noodles included.

The round dumplings symbolize completeness and wholeness, and the noodles symbolize long life.

“They taste real good,” said student Chen Qiuyu, 16. “It’s similar food in your

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However, as Qiuyu learned, the dumplings in B.C.’s sushi restaurants are nowhere near as tasty as her hometown authentic dumplings.

“Not as good,” she laughed.

Every year, for the past 12 years, Sardis secondary has partnered with Nankai high school in Tianjin, China sending students, both ways, to participate in educational and cultural exchanges.

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“It’s a really great experience for the students,” said Nian Zhu, Sardis secondary vice principal. “It brings our cultures closer together.”

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For 21 days, 11 students and two teachers from Nankai high school in Tianjin, China have been attending classes at Sardis secondary. They’ve been mingling with the students, learning in the classrooms, touring the city, living the Sardis way. But this past Wednesday, the Nankai students gave a lesson of their own.

A Chinese New Year lesson.

Chinese New Year is an annual spring festival that marks the beginning of the lunar year.

It is the most important of the traditional Chinese holidays, said teacher Shi Ingwei.

And because they wouldn’t be at home with their biological families, the Nankai students decided to share the celebration with their adopted Sardis families.

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Spring Breakup plays Chilliwack Spring Breakup is a new musical duo with very old hearts.

The band’s promo says the band features the “unlikely marriage” of Yukon singer-songwriter Kim Barlow on banjo, guitar and vocals, and Mathias Kom of The Burning Hell, on ukulele, guitar and vocals.

Together Barlow and Kom write tiny, often funny, songs about the inevitable end of love and romance. This month they’re busy touring their new album, It’s Not You, It’s Me. “Love, it’s like a trailer park,” Kom sings, “ugly but functional, the rent is cheap enough.”

Here’s how they describe the band name.

“Spring Breakup: a) the term for river ice breaking apart in the northern spring thaw; b) the term Yukoners give to the phenomenon of the end of all the Yukon winter romances... as the dark days turn lighter, folks sometimes realize that their winter mating choices are best left in the dark.”

Watch video at http://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=18b-PImPrbU Spring Breakup, Sunday, Feb. 6 at 8 p.m. in the ENiGMArt Studio and Art Gallery, 46116 Yale Road at Five Corners, for the first installment of the Book Man Concert Series for 2011.

Tickets $10 in advance at the Book Man on Wellington Avenue.

From left, Graham Yates, Karin Fehlauer, Paula Quick, Marlene Carr and Lisa Scyner are taking part in the Chilliwack Academy of Music's Faculty Showcase Concert tomorrow night at the Cultural Centre. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

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The exciting music performed tomorrow night by Academy faculty will be “varied, uplifting, fun and professional,” promises Graham Yates, Principal of the Chilliwack Academy of Music.

“It’s going to be one of the best musical performances of the year in Chilliwack,” he enthused.

Yates is describing the first-ever Faculty Showcase Concert set to go on Saturday, Feb. 5 in the Chilliwack Cultural Centre Theatre and Lobby.

“We’ll have 13 or 14 faculty members performing,” said Yates.

The program has a bit of everything, from sonatas by Baroque composers defined by the ‘basso continuo’ or the

continuous bass sound, to a newly formed dixieland combo.

“That gives you an idea of the sheer breadth of talent we have, from chamber music to pop vocals.”

It will be a catered affair, and a celebration of local musical talent, with proceeds from the concert going to the Academy’s Cultural Centre Equipment Fund, providing much-needed additions for its 21 studios and 700 students.

“These teachers care about their art, their students, and their community and by donating their performances so that we can put on this show, they demonstrate that they care about quality music lessons in Chilliwack,” the principal said.

Alisa van Dijk, with a master’s degree in violin performance from UBC, will play Hoe Down by Copland, and a new work by film score composer Francois Dompierre.

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Audience members will be treated to vocal numbers including Dvorak’s Song to the Moon sung by Paula Quick, a set of Handel arias by Marlene Carr, and a pop ballad by Jason Robert Brown sung by Lisa Scyner. Several other well-known faculty members will also appear in a string quartet, piano trio and Dixieland combo formations.

Award-winning Canadian actor David LeReaney, known for his work on the films Passchendaele and Rat Race will host the event as emcee, and Simply Delicious Catering will offer mouth-watering appetizers at intermission.

Faculty Showcase Concert is Saturday, Feb. 5, at 8 p.m. in the Cultural Centre Theatre and Lobby. Tickets $40 ($35 for Academy members), available at the Cultural Centre box office in person, 604391-7469 or www.chilliwackculturalcentre. ca.

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The Directors’ Theatre Festival is a five-day fringe-style blowout, showcasing some of the best young theatre talent in B.C., with directors, performers and writers from UFV and other University and College theatre programs. The directors’ festival runs April 27 to May 1 in the theatre complex on The Chilliwack campus, 604-795-2814 or theatre@ufv.ca.

Sinatra tribute at Bozzini’s Frankly Yours: A Loving Tribute is a nod to the great Frank Sinatra, and it’s coming to Chilliwack on Feb. 10.

Bozzinis presents an early Valentine’s Day concert featuring tribute artist George Frances Ellington. This show takes you back to a wonderful era of music and laughter, reminiscent of the Las Vegas shows of the 1960s.

Frankly Yours: A Loving Tribute, Thursday, Feb 10. Doors 6 p.m. (for dinner and drinks) show 8 p.m. Tickets $15. 604-792-0744.

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A selection of entertaining events for the week ahead: February 4 to 10

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The Friends of the Library will hold their annual puzzle sale today from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Chilliwack Library. Cash and cheques only.

The Chilliwack Academy of Music presents its Faculty Showcase Concert tonight at 8 p.m. at the Chilliwack Cultural Centre. Tickets are $40 (academy members $35) and available at the box office: 604-391-7469.

Local community performers between the ages of 18 and 70 are invited to attend UFV’s open auditions today at 7 p.m. for the 16th annual Directors’ Theatre Festival in the UFV theatre on the Chilliwack campus. The Directors’ Theatre Festival is a five-day, fringe-style event featuring directors, performers and writers from UFV and other university and college theatre programs. The festival will take place April 27 to May 1 in the theatre complex on the Chilliwack campus. For more information call: 604795-2814 or e-mail: theatre@ufv.ca

Chilliwack Lions Club presents its 64th annual Music and Dance Festival starting today, with daily dance and music performances until March 10.

Visit the Chilliwack Cultural Centre to purchase the $8 program for the entire festival. Most venues run morning, afternoon and evening at a cost of only $3 per session, or $15 for a season pass.

Anyone interested in volunteering to assist during the festival is asked to please call 604-795-9633.

SUNDAY Come and enjoy a sing-along program of traditional Christian music today at 6:30 p.m. at the Salvation Army Church (46420 Brooks Ave.). There will be lively singing accompanied by the Songs of Praise Orchestra with special vocal and instrumental presentations. Admission is free. For further information, call 604792-0311.

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Local dance studio, Project Dance, presents the first draft of the precompetition show GLAM at G.W. Graham theatre today at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $12 ($10 for kids under 12). 604-846-3262.

WEDNESDAY Trevor McDonald is live tonight at the Jolly Miller Pub from 8:30 p.m. to midnight celebrating 14 years.

THURSDAY

Monday nights is karaoke at the Anavets (305-46268 Yale Rd.) at 8:30 p.m.

Vedder Golden Branch 280 has drop in fun darts with toe line at 8 p.m.

Thursday is poker night at the Anavets (305-46268 Yale Rd.). Registration at 6:30 p.m. and game starts at 7 p.m.

The Chilliwack Lions Club Music and Dance Festival kicks off today. See Friday’s listing at left for more info. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS FILE

Coming Up The Harrison Festival Society will celebrate the opening of its newly renovated Memorial Hall with four concerts between January 22 and March 11. The next concert is Joaquin Diaz at 8 p.m. on Feb. 12. Tickets $22 and are available by calling 604-796-3664 or online at www.harrisonfestival.com.

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Neighbours Steve Just: Finding success in Chilliwack with his inner ‘techy’ side

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always tinkering with computers. While still a student, he began working for his high school’s audio visual department.

“I worked in the evenings for them and they paid me $14 an hour to run all of their audio visual equipment whenever someone rented the school. This was really good money for a high school kid,” he chuckled.

After graduating from high school, unsure of what he wanted to pursue, Steve landed a job with Weston Bakery, making $24 an hour.

“This was the early 90s and I was making a great wage for an 18-year-old kid,” he laughed. Three years later, the bakery went on strike and they eventually closed it down and relocated it. Steve was out of a job.

By this time, Steve had determined that he wanted a career in the film industry and began attending a video and film production school in Vancouver. He didn’t have a chance to finish film school because he developed type 1 diabetes and this turned his life upside down. “From what I know, no one else in my family has type 1 diabetes but I ended up with it. I was terribly sick and this really changed my life,” he admitted.

The onset of diabetes necessitated a change in course so rather than video and film, Steve got into food management by taking on a job as an assistant manager at Burger King. Given that he was clearly taught the value of hard work at an

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The only thing that he was missing was a little balance in his life. The hard work paid off but this also caused the diabetes to fight back with a vengeance, halting what appeared to be a promising life-long career.

He was forced to take time off and reassess his life. If he was to survive, he had to make some fast decisions. It didn’t take long before he determined that he had to give up a career in fast food management. After all, he had always tinkered with computers on the side and this seemed like a more manageable career, given his health concerns. “I met my wife online and from the get go we were perfect for one another. I was living in Kitsilano and she was in Chilliwack. She encouraged me to go to school so for two years I took computer courses at UCFV and then spent another year at Vancouver Career College in Burnaby,” he said. During this time, he also created his own company Tek Solutions Canada, although it sat on the backburner until after he graduated.

With his certifications in hand, Steve started his home based business. He vowed to sell only qual-

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ity products and service became his biggest asset.

The company grew quickly and the success forced him to move from his home to a location behind Ricky’s Restaurant. “We were there for six years but the business grew yet again so we had to move.

We are now located in the Canadian Tire mall,” he said.

Steve has remained leading edge in terms of technology and he has always provided fair and reliable service. “When you work hard and earn people’s trust, the word

spreads. I provide inhome service and I like to give people options. If it makes more sense to get something elsewhere, I tell the customer that.

If they need help, I’m a good trouble shooter and don’t mind giving anyone advise,” he said plainly.

Today, while he admits that he still holds a passion for the fast food industry, he recognizes that he is where he needs to be. “I love technology too and my diabetes is now well controlled and I find that I can manage it a lot better.”

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At an early age, Steve Just was taught the value of a dollar and the meaning of hard work. “My parents certainly provided me with the necessities of life but if I wanted something just for me, then I w a s expected to pay for it. I had to work h a r d and earn my own money,” Ana he said.

MACEDO While Steve was born in Vancouver, his parents were German immigrants who came to Canada in the early 50s to start over.

“They came to Canada with five dollars in their pocket and a desire to make a fresh start. To this day, my extended family has never left Germany; my parents were the only ones to venture out and this was a bit of an issue in their family,” he explained.

His father had a background in electronics so after settling in Vancouver, he opened up a television sales and service shop on Main Street.

Eventually, he got out of the business and began working as a baker with Canada Safeway, something that he did until he passed away.

Steve enjoyed sports immensely and was a top member of the football team but in as much as he enjoyed athletics; he obviously inherited the techy gene from his father, given that he was

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Bad feelings between Bruins and Blazers

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Eric J. Welsh,

raise the notion that Habscheid plays certain players near the end of no-doubt games For a man who goes in an attempt to stir up out of his way to avoid trouble. media controversy, this In this particular week has been par- instance Cratsenberg, ticularly bothersome Mike Forsyth and Blair for Chilliwack Bruins Wentworth were in the head coach Marc middle of the last-minHabscheid. ute fracas.

It started last None are known for Saturday night, fol- their pugilistic skill, lowing a 5-1 home-ice but Charron insisted loss to the Kamloops they were out there to Blazers that ended raise a ruckus. with a 10-player brawl “The same pattern and allegations of bit- occurs every time. He ing. always denies this, and The Blazers when I look alleged that over at him he Chilliwack just shakes his forward T.C. head and says, Cratsenber g ‘What’s wrong?’ bit Blazer But I wish the defenceman league and offiBrady Gaudet, ciating would and Kamloops know that this coach Guy often happens.

MARC Charron was That’s the way fuming as he HABSCHEID he does things came up to the and as long as press box afterwards he continues to get for his post-game inter- away with it, he’ll conview. tinue to do it.”

Talking with Radio Charron ended with NL (Kamloops) play- a quote that really by-play man Jon Keen, caught Habscheid’s Charron said he would attention. file a complaint with “Hopefully there is a the league, and went time where those who on to lob some verbal started the fight have grenades at his coach- an opportunity to dance ing counterpart. with some of our better “There was clearly a guys for dancing, and tooth mark on Gaudet’s we’ll see what happens hand, and the referee then,” Charron said. admitted to seeing it, “The end of that interbut said there’s no reg- view, it sounded like ulation to it,” Charron he was a little threatenstarted. “But there is a ing,” Habscheid retortrule to be applied when ed. “And in the age of you do that in an alter- Todd Bertuzzi I’d be cation. Whether you careful about making scratch a face or bite, statements like that. that’s not part of the You just put yourself rules of fighting.” at risk, and we’ll be Charron went on to watching.”

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HEAD-TO-HEAD The Bruins are 16-19-0-3 alltime against the Blazers, with a record of 9-9-0-1 within the friendly confines of Prospera Centre.

NHL PROSPECTS COREY FIENHAGE - D Drafted by the Buffalo Sabres in the third round (81st ova) of the 2008 National Hockey League entry draft.

BRENDAN RANFORD - F Drafted by the Philadelphia Flyers in the seventh round (209th ova) of the 2010 NHL entry draft.

Chilliwack’s Mitch Topping battles a Kamloops Blazer during last weekend’s clash at Prospera Centre. The teams meet again for a home-and-home tonight and tomorrow. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

Habscheid continued with a denial, saying he doesn’t coach the way Charron says he does.

“Don’t throw stones when you live in a glass house. They’ve got their own problems to deal with,” he said bluntly.

Adding to the intrigue was a bizarre post-game celebration that had the Blazers skating to their goal and dancing around like a tribe of African warriors — a departure from the usual congratulate-the-goalie-and-get-of f-the-ice method.

“I’ve heard about that, and that’s one more thing he should

be concerning himself with rather than worrying about everything else,” Habscheid noted.

“We’re just trying to win hockey games and they’re the ones running their mouths.”

Habscheid’s week got a little bit worse Wednesday night as his Bruins travelled up to Kelowna to absorb a 6-4 loss, their sixth straight setback.

An energetic start had them leading 2-1 through 40 minutes.

But a second period penalty parade led to four Kelowna goals and one Habscheid unsportsmanlike conduct penalty at 14:48 for questioning referees Steve Papp and

Matt Thurston.

Power plays at that point favoured the Rockets 7-2, and Habscheid’s minor set up Kelowna’s third lengthy five-on-three advantage.

“When the general manager of the opposing team is shaking his head too, we’ll just leave it at that,” Habscheid said. “We’d already been down two men twice in the game, and at some point you’ve got to try and defend your players a little bit. There’s no doubt we’ve got to have more discipline, but it was tough to take because our guys put in a good effort and we deserved better.”

Chilliwack enters this weekend sitting ninth in the Western conference with a record of 21-25-2-2, trailing eighth place Kamloops by a single point.

If the off-ice ice stuff wasn’t motivating enough, the stakes in the standings ought to get the good guys moving.

“We’re making strides in the right direction and it’s starting to come around,” Hascheid said. “We’ve got to keep going and doing the right things, and eventually we’ll be rewarded for it.”

Puck drop for Saturday night’s game is 7 p.m.

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Tri-City Americans forward Brendan Shinnimin has been named the Western Hockey League player of the month after compiling 29 points in 13 January games.

Shinnimin had 11 goals over that stretch and is currently on a nine-game points streak.

Red Deer Rebels keeper Darcy Kuemper was named the WHL goaltender of the month, going 9-1-0-1 in January.

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TYLER HANSEN - D Listed 97th among North American skaters in the Central Scouting Bureau mid-term rankings.

COLIN SMITH - F Listed 130th among North American skaters in the Central Scouting Bureau mid-term rankings.

JOSH CARON - D Offered a free-agent invite to prospects camp by the National Hockey League’s Minnesota Wild.

J.T. BARNETT - F Offered a free-agent invite to prospects camp by the National Hockey League’s Minnesota Wild.

CHASE SCHABER - F Offered a free-agent invite to prospects camp by the National Hockey League’s Edmonton Oilers.

CAM LANIGAN - G Offered a free-agent invite to prospects camp by the National Hockey League’s Calgary Flames.

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Blazers drawing fire Actions like this and planned celebrations after scoring show a lack off respect for your opponent and more importantly the game, writes Jacob Bestebroer Are the Kamloops Blazers B lazers breaking an unwritten hockey rule with their post-game celebration?

Do they respect the ggame? ame? It’s been a controversial week in the WHL, giving Bruins radio colour man Jacob Besetbroer B esetbroer plenty to discuss.

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By far the number one question thrown my way this week has been, ‘What did you think of the Kamloops Blazers victory celebration Saturday night?’

First let’s explain what w hat that question is referencing.

After each win, the Blazers mimic the winning celebration from a 1994 NHL video game.

The T he celebration consists of bending your knees slightly and pumping your stick up and down over your head like a weightlifter lifting a barbell.

I played this video game back in the day.

The T he celebration was funny then and it’s funny now.

But it has no place in the actual game.

I get that things like this can bring a team closer together and that is something every team is always trying to improve, but the time and place for this is during practice and not after a league

The first goal is having fun.

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Chilliwack Mayorr Sharon Gaetz and otherr local notables will take a swing at cancer, orr in this case a car with the word cancer painted on it. It’s symbolic, and many of those who have been touched byy cancer would welcome the opportunity to ‘take a swing at cancer.’

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Actions like this and planned celebrations after scoring show a lack of respect for your opponent and more importantly the game.

When this video game came out, the Blazers were a great team in the midst of winning three Memorial Cups in four years.

Would those teams, teams that actually had something substantial to celebrate ever have considered doing something like this?

Not a chance, because they respected the game.

There has also been a lot of discussion about how the referee in that game, Andy Thiessen, pushed Bruins forward Blair Wentworth up against the glass in an effort to settle down a late game altercation.

I can only say that it looked bad.

The Bruins and Blazers have had some heated battles on the ice this year and I expect more this weekend.

The Bruins trail the Blazers, who hold down the final playoff spot in the Western Conference, by one point (with four games in hand).

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Flag fun Chilliwack Minor Football is looking to put together a girl’s flagfootball team to participate in the NFL Rush program.

NFL Rush is sponsoring three teams from B.C. to participate in the Flag Football Canadian Championships, taking place July 22-23 in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

One of those teams is supposed to be a U-16 squad, but none are currently registered, leaving the door open for Chilliwack.

All expenses are paid for up to seven players and two coaches. There are five jamborees in the spring leading up to the B.C. Championships, taking place June 11-12 in Kelowna.

If there are not enough girls teams, the organizers will have the girls play in the boys U-14 division.

Get more info or express interest by contacting Laurie Smith at LSmith@waterstonelaw.com.

Swimming Spartans The Spartan Swim Club sent 13 swimmers to the SFU Lower Mainland Swim Meet last weekend, where they competed against 200 other swimmers from around the province.

Carson Loeppky recorded the lone Spartan first, winning the 12-13 year old boys 50m fly.

He placed second in the 100m fly.

Other second place finishers were Jordyn Hryciw (11-and-under girls 50m breaststroke) and Nina Deacon (1213 year old girls 50m freestyle).

Deacon added third place finishes in the 50m breaststroke and 100m backstroke.

Lucas Simpson (14 and over boys) finishing third in the 200m backstroke.

Tommy DeGroot (14-and-over boys) placed third in the 50m breaststroke with Kila Hine (14 and over girls) earning double thirds in 100 and 200m flies.

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Attack advance in Coastal Cup game Chilliwack’s U-15 soccer Attack dumped the North Shore Adrenalin 3-1 in weekend action at North Vancouver’s William Griffin Park, moving on to the Sweet 16 in Coastal Cup playoffs.

The Adrenalin started fast in this one, scoring their only goal just four minutes into the game.

The rest of the first

half was a defensive struggle, although Chilliwack had quality chances off the feet of Dani Cherniwchan, Haley Henderson, Leah Cairns and Krista Bartel.

The Attack controlled play in the second half, led by speedy defender Karyn Yakemchuk, who used her wheels to thwart the North Shore strikers and initi-

ate the transition game.

At the 22 minute mark, Chilliwack was awarded a penalty kick.

From 25 yards out on the right side, MacKenzie Graham made a quick pass to Jenna Snow, who rocketed a shot into the back of the net.

With seven minutes remaining, Megan Kelly took a pass and dribbled past two stunned

defenders before booting the ball into the net.

The Adrenalin got over-aggressive in search of the equalizer, giving Chilliwack a direct penalty kick in the waning moments.

Snow went high to the top left corner with her shot.

The North Shore goaltender got her fingers on it, but not enough to keep it out.

The Attack now move on to the Coastal Cup finals, which start on Apr. 2.

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Fusion short-circuit Strikers Thiessen. But the finish was lacking.

Chilliwack’s offence pressed in the second half, but any Coquitlam breakdowns were covered up by their stellar keeper.

On one particularly glorious chance, Brett Karcioglu crossed the ball to Finley, who launched a textbook header on net from six yards out.

But the ball hit the unsuspecting keeper and was then kicked out of danger by a defender.

A let-down by the Strikers at the 28 minute mark sealed their fate — Chilliwack keeper Samantha Chand made a great diving save on the initial shot, but couldn’t coral the rebound.

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Rapids hit home The Chilliwack Rapids have a pair of Fraser Valley Soccer League home games coming up. The team hosts Gordonhead (Vancouver Island) on Saturday, 2 p.m. at Townsend Park.

This is a semi-final game in the chase for a new prize introduced this year called the Pacific Cup. Playoffs started with the top eight FVSL teams matching up against their counterpar ts from the Vancouver Island league. The final four are Gordonhead, Chilliwack, Gorge and Port Coquitlam.

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Working with a shorthanded roster due to injuries and illness, the locals got off to a sluggish start.

They held their own in both the defensive and offensive zones, but the midfield belonged to Coquitlam.

The first Fusion goal came 26 minutes into the first half — a ball deflected off a Chilliwack defender in the 18 yard box, and a Fusion shooter onetimed a bullet into the net.

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✞ Obituaries DEMPSTER Robert d’Abbadie

On January 30, 2011, Robert Dempster of Chilliwack, BC, formerly of Matsqui, passed away at CGH, at age 84.

Robert is survived by sons, Steve (Ann) of Williams Lake, Allan (Deborah) of Chilliwack; 3 grandchildren, Vicki (Jason) Templeton, Samantha Dempster and William Dempster; 4 great grandchildren; Robert’s two brothers; Erik (Valerey) of Port Moody, and Peter (Eleanore) of Osoyoos; brother-in-law, Howard Eakin of Mission, their families, and dear friend, Mabel Beaver.

He was predeceased by his wife, Margaret (nee Eakin) in 2009, and his parents, Robert and Gundrid Dempster.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, February 12th, 2011, 1:00 PM at Matsqui Community Hall, 33676 St. Olaf (Matsqui Village).

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Winnifred Irene Firkus, age FIRKUS 71 years, on Monday, January 31, 2011 at Chilliwack General Hospital surrounded by her husband and three sons.

She was born at New Westminster and is survived by her husband Gordon Firkus; 3 sons Ray, Leonard and Paul Firkus; 5 grandchildren Kelsey, Kyle, Caleb, Jason & Lauren Firkus; mother-in-law Maria Firkus; and brother & step-sister Steven Cooper and Colleen MacGregor. She was predeceased by her mother and father Ada & Stephen Cooper.

After graduating from Nurses training, Winnifred went on to dedicate her life to serving others: first as an O.R. Nurse and later as a loving mother committed to raising her children. Tireless in energy she lived her life much larger than her 5’2” frame would suggest. Win loved to travel and explore yet cut her dream European adventure short in order to come home and be with her other love, Gordon whom she soon married thereafter.

Raising 3 sons (and a husband!), Win kept herself very busy from soccer practices to sewing Halloween costumes to gardening to serving as a Scout leader for many years.

She remained active with the Airport Flying Club all the while supporting Gordon and Firkus Aircraft Servicing. One did not have to earn Win’s trust – they always had it until proven otherwise.

Win beat 2 rounds of breast cancer before succumbing to the effects of Alzheimer’s in her final years. She imparted a spirit and tenacity on everyone she met and will remain a source of inspiration to her children & grandchildren. She will be sorely missed by all.

A Memorial Service will be held on Monday February 7th, 2011 from 2:00-3:00 pm at Henderson’s Funeral Home, 45901 Victoria Avenue, Chilliwack, B.C. Reception is to follow at the Chilliwack Flying Club. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society – Chilliwack Branch, 9136 Young Road, Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 4R4.

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FITZGERALD Gwen Ivonnie Aileen

Nov. 16, 1934 – Jan. 29, 2011 It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of our loving mother Gwen Ivonnie Aileen Fitzgerald. She was predeceased by her parents Ivon Walker and Aileen Smith Walker and her beloved husband of seventeen years Emmett Fitzgerald, her six brothers Ivon, Darcy, Melville, Llewellyn, David, and Orville Walker and sisters Doris Walker and Shirley Olson.

Survived by her brother Cliff Walker, sisters Mary Buchanan, Karen Vare, Barbara Fogg and Betty Frank, daughters Sandra LaFlamme, Laurie Hamilton and Alice Fitzgerald, grandchildren Bruce Hamilton, Jessica LaFlamme, and Robin LaFlamme, greatgrandchildren Blair and Seth Hamilton, Tracy Lynn, Jade Raine Wood and Anthony LaFlamme. Also survived by Willow, Haley, Cass, Clint, Candace, Chelsey, Paula, Fawn and Royce, as well as other nieces and nephews.

The last two years of her life were spent at Cheam Village. The staff are wonderful, professional and kind. A special thanks to Dr. MacIntosh, Ann Marie, Susan and Diane.

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FREED Donna-Lyn

Donna-Lyn Freed, late of Chilliwack passed away unexpectedly on January 17, 2011 at home.

She is survived by her mother, Una Freed, Chilliwack and her many friends.

She was predeceased by her father, John Freed.

As per Donna-Lyn’s wishes no formal service will be held.

Online condolences can be left at www.Woodlawn-MtCheam.ca

KYDD Marjorie Mary

nee Lee Born in Fairfax, Manitoba on December 22, 1928, Marj died peacefully in Chilliwack, BC on January KYDD 27, 2011, with family by her side.

Marj married Allan Kydd in Elgin, Manitoba on June 11, 1949, beginning a 61 year journey of love, devotion, travel and adventures. She will be always remembered by her children Doug (Jacki), Kevin (Sue) and Shannon, as well as grandchildren Robyn, Darcy, Aaron, Emily, Andrea, Curtis and Jay. Marj was delighted to see, through photos and video, her first great grandchild, Juliette, born in New Zealand in 2010. Marj was part of a large prairie family, and is survived by her siblings Edith McKeen, Shirley Anderson, Linda (Bob) Page and Rod (Ruby) Lee, as well as nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was pre-deceased by her brother Jack (Joyce) Lee. Marj accompanied Allan to numerous air bases around BC during the course of his lengthy career as a bush and fire bombing pilot. Together they enjoyed the camaraderie of the flying community. Avid travelers, with Marj navigating and Allan behind the wheel, they explored every province of Canada, and most of the 50 United States. They spent 30 years “snowbirding” in Desert Hot Springs, California, and treasured the friends they made there. Marj was an ardent ice and floor curler, but in later years her favourite indoor sport was playing casino slot machines. Marj had a keen sense of humour and was a legendary family storyteller.

Thanks to Dr. Macintosh and the wonderful staff at Cheam Village for their caring support of Marj.

A Celebration of Life will be held on April 23, 2:00 PM at The Friendship House 7272 Morrow Road, Agassiz, BC. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, The Lung Association, or the charity of your choice.

Letters of remembrance may be sent to: rememberingmarj@ gmail.com

LAMBERT Marie

Marie Lambert of Cultus Lake passed away peacefully on January 27th 2011 at the Bradley Centre in Chilliwack at the age of 91 years. She was born on February 22nd 1919 in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Lovingly remembered by her son’s Leebert and Allan (Debra), grandchildren Todd (Joelle), Tami, Leah (Kevin), David (Heather), Richard (Lindsay), Kathleen (Kyle), great-grandchildren Kevin, Brianne, Talisha, Ty, Thomas, Corbin, Spencer, Zachary, and Josh. She was predeceased by her husband Leebert on March 8th 1983 and her daughter-inlaw Judy on October 7th 2006.

Marie touched the lives of all who knew her. She will be remembered for her positive attitude and sense of humour.

A Celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, February 5th 2011 at 12:00 p.m. at the Cultus Lake Community Hall, 4220 Columbia Valley Highway, Cultus Lake. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Bradley Centre in Chilliwack.

Henderson’s Funeral Homes & Crematorium Ltd. 45901 Victoria Avenue, Chilliwack, British Columbia (604) 792.1344

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Helen was born in Hillsbourough, New Brunswick on December 30, 1934 and was the youngest of five and the last surviving child born to John and Nellie Wood. She is lovingly missed by husband Ernie McDuff of Chilliwack, BC; son Wray (Brenda) Steeves of Abbotsford, BC and grandsons Christopher Steeves of Vancouver, BC and Micheal Steeves of Abbotsford, BC, nieces, nephews and countless friends. She grew up in New Brunswick and later as a young wife and mother moved to Chilliwack, BC where she remained. Helen worked for 21 years for Canada Post as the Post Master at Cultus Lake before retiring in 1995. Helen enjoyed travel, cross country skiing, camping, hunting, fishing, spending time with family and most especially her grandchildren.

The family would like to thank the staff of Eden Care Centre for their devoted attention to Helen during her stay and to the health professionals that assisted with her care. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.

A Celebration of Helen’s life will be held in the Chapel at Henderson’s Funeral Home on Saturday February 5, 2011 at 2:00 pm, followed by a reception.

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Nov. 21, 1931 – Jan. 30, 2011 With deepest sorrow we announce the passing of Frederick (Keith) Mitcham, dearly MITCHAM beloved Father and Grandfather. Born in Drumheller, Alberta, Keith was one of four children. He is survived by his son Garth, (Diane) and two grandchildren, Sarah and Derek. Together with his family, Keith spent his childhood years moving around Alberta, ultimately relocating to Victoria, B.C. His fondest adolescent memory was flying trainer aircraft as a cadet. In his teens, Keith worked on a Chinese truck farm where his unique laugh lent him his nickname, “Laughing Boy”. Keith later became a pattern maker, employed at Victoria Machinery Depot (VMD) and Yarrows Shipyard. He also created the pattern for the famous, multiglobe, City of Victoria lamp standards.

Keith married Barbara Byers in 1954, had a son in 1961, but divorced in 1973. Keith later met his soul mate, Elizabeth Ansel, with whom he spent 34 years living a farmers’ life, raising Sicilian Cross Donkeys. Operated on Vancouver Island for 10 years then relocated to Sardis in 1986, the donkeys of “Phantasy Pharm” maintained a tradition attending Easter and Christmas at St. John’s Church in Victoria, for which a dedication was held in May 2010. The couple also provided a home for boys at Phantasy Pharm allowing them to find peace and a supportive environment. Reverend John Sovereign will be holding a memorial service at the Cascades Hospice, 45586 McIntosh Drive, Chilliwack, B.C., 1:30 p.m., Friday, February 4. The family wishes to extend its deepest appreciation to Cascades Hospice and Dr. Cameron Ross for all their sustaining efforts. Donations in Keith’s memory (tax receipted) can be sent to “Chilliwack Hospice Society” for volunteer and staff training, 45360 Hodgins Avenue, Chilliwack, B.C. V2P 1P5

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Website: www.cabo.ca Cabo Drilling Corporation one of Canada’s larger mineral drilling services companies is searching for a Purchasing Manager for its Surrey B.C. division. Reporting to the General Manager at this location, the Purchasing Manager is responsible for the development and management of purchasing accounts, and for the management of ordering, warehousing & inventory management systems.

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CAREGIVER required for special needs daughter, reliable car a must.

Call (604)316-0601

SAFETY OFFICER Required for local construction company. Experience an asset. Please reply to box #6620. c/o The Chilliwack Progress, 45860 Spadina Ave. Chwk, BC. V2P 6H9.

SECRET SHOPPERS needed ASAP, Good wages & VERY convenient working hours.

Interested candidates should be above 18yrs old & should be computer literate. Send applications to: jsdot1920@gmail.com

LOOKING FOR 2 energetic outgoing people to man a booth at local trades show throughout the spring and summer. Please call Dave, 604-835-6076

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

FLAGGERS NEEDED If not certified, training available for a fee. Call 604-575-3944

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HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED

Are you up to helping us be the #1 dealership in the city?

Help us help our ever-increasing flow of customers select and purchase their next vehicle and we will help you to be #1.

Competitive wages Will train

I.J. Windows & Doors Ltd., Kamloops requires an experienced in-office salesperson/ estimator for windows and doors. Apply in person or send resume to 1255-12th St Kamloops, B.C., V2B-3C8

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HEAVY DUTY Mechanics required for busy Coastal logging company on Northern Vancouver Island.

Must have extensive mechanical experience, certification an asset.

Above industry average (wages), plus excellent benefit program. Fax or email resume to: 250-956-4888 or office@lemare.ca.

Nice family needs a housekeeper for Chilliwack area new home, with teenage daughter. You must possess valid drivers licence, car provided for the time use on job, gas provided, be responsible and able to deal with two girls aged 12 and 14 in a positive manner, be able to pass criminal record check. Must have english as your first language and have above average communication skills!!, have some skill in the kitchen able to cook the evening meal keep house clean do laundry.

Req’d immed., nice people only please !!! Prefer long term if possible, flexible person needed, medical and dental after 3 months available.

Please drop resume to Don Murphy Chilliwack Suzuki 45510 Yale Rd Chilliwack. Only successful applicants will be called.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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Sutco Contracting Ltd. Now based in Chilliwack, has openings in our Chip Division for both Owner Operators and Company Drivers.

As a well established family company, we look for drivers with proven work ethics, safety minded, and verifiable experience.

We offer Satellite dispatch, direct deposit, extended benefits and stability.

If you are interested in a long term secure position, please contact us @ 1-888-357-2612, Fax 250-3572009 or check us out online www. sutco.ca TRY A bcclassified.com CLASSIFIED AD.

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HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

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CAMPBELL RIVER Hyundai is looking for a full time automotive sales manager. Experience required. Great benefits and wages. Email resume to: skilby@campellriverhyundai.ca.

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Canada Resurgence Developments Ltd (CRD), based in Terrace BC, is establishing a contract roster for full-phase harvesting of up to approximately 270,000m3 annually from the Nass Timber Supply Area within the Kalum Forest District. CRD is committed to developing its tenures and log export business model, as well as supporting synergistic businesses in the region. CRD has made substantial long-term capital commitments to its infrastructure and plans to grow its business in the coming years with its key contractors. The objective is to offer qualified loggers contracts for distinct operating areas and to expect that they become key parts of the business unit. Services required are roadbuilding, falling, yarding, loading & hauling.

The operating area is north of Terrace BC, in Forest License A16884. Harvesting is in transitional areas between coastal and interior conditions with 70% ground-based and 30% cable ground. An information package containing details of the proposed project, the pre-qualification requirements, and complete instructions for submission of an expression of interest may be obtained from:

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT (FULL TIME) The District of Hope is seeking a Full Time Financial Accountant.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the incumbent will be responsible for performing accounting functions including processing and maintaining records as assigned. Related duties include a broad range of reception, secretarial, clerical, payroll, records management, and accounting tasks in varying degrees of complexity and responsibility, with minimal supervision.

The successful candidate should be enrolled in or have completed the 4th year level of a recognized accounting program, and possess two years experience in an accounting related position. Familiarity with the MAIS municipal accounting system will be an asset.

Please review a more detailed job description on our website at www.hope.ca. Only complete packages will be considered and are to be submitted to recruiting@hope.ca Deadline for submissions is 4:30 pm, Friday February 11, 2011.

District of Hope 325 Wallace Street, P.O. Box 609 Hope, B.C. V0X IL0 Phone: 604-869-5671 Fax: 604-869-2275

WORKING BEYOND AdVenture TIOW – Targeted Initiative for Older Workers Self Employment Training Opportunity Central Fraser Valley

Who is this for?

Participants must meet the following eligibility criteria: •Between 50 - 65+ (emphasis on 55 – 64) •Unemployed and legally entitled to establish a business in Canada •Be ready and committed to entering into a small business venture •Eager to learn successful small business management skills

What will you get?

Participants may be eligible to receive: •Class-based small business skill development – including management of small business finance, marketing, operations and risk planning •Business Plan development and publication •Access to training (ie. World Host, WHMIS, First Aid, etc.)

•Business coaching and mentoring •Business start-up expenses include: name registration, business cards, logo development, business and URL registration

CLASSES START APRIL 2011

REGISTER ON LINE FOR AN APPOINTMENT www.workingbeyond.ca

Working Beyond Self Employment Program Contact Richard or Julie @ Community Skills Centre 1-866-986-WORK (9675)

Community Skills Centre We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Regional Economic and Skills Development and the Federal Government through Human Resources and Skills Development Canada.

Advertising Sales Consultant The Langley Times, a twice-weekly award-winning newspaper has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time sales person.

The successful candidate will have a university or college education or two years of sales experience – preferably in the advertising or retail industry. The ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service is a must. The winning candidate will be a team player and will also be called upon to grow the account list with an aggressive cold calling mandate. The ability to work in a an extremely fast paced environment with a positive attitude is a must.

We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan coupled with a strong benefit package.

Black Press has over 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless.

Please submit your resume with a cover letter

by Friday, February 18, 2011 to: Jean Hincks, Advertising Director The Langley Times, #102-20258 Fraser Highway, Langley, B.C. V3A 4R3 or email to admanager@langleytimes.com No phone calls please.

www.blackpress.ca

Division of Black Press

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

HOME CARE/SUPPORT

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HOMESHARE

Pacific Coast Community Resources are recruiting for The Fraser Valley area.

We are looking for families who have experience in the Community Living Sector and would like to open their home to a special needs individual. If interested please forward your resume to: PCCR, 1805 Scarborough Cres., Port Coquitlam, BC V3C2R2, Fax: 604-945-6250, e-mail: epascual@pccri.com, Please specify type of home re: rancher, split level etc.

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

SUSHI-MAN Hana Sushi Jap. Rest.

- Chilliwack Loc. F/T sushi-man; 3-5yrs. sushi/sashimi exp. with food knowledge.

Salary-$2,600/month.

Main duties will be making various sushi and handling sashimi, etc.

Apply-(fax)604-847-0306 /(email) hanasushibob@gmail.com

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LABOURERS

FOOD PROCESSING labourer (NOC. 9617), Perm. F/T. $13.70 p/h. ASAP, (2) vacancies, Training will require, Spk English. Main Duties: Measure and dump ingredients into hoppers of mixing and grinding machines or mobile tank trucks, clean work areas and equipment, feed and unload processing. Send your resume: email:commissary@freshslice.com

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

COOK, EXPERIENCED, part time needed immediately in seniors home, Chilliwack. Please drop resume to: 45665 McIntosh Rd. Ask for Margaret.

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MEDICAL/DENTAL

BUSY OPTOMETRIC office requires energetic outgoing individual for 3-5 days per week.

Exp. an asset. but not required.

Apply in person with resume to:

COOK REQUIRED for busy family restaurant, experience preferred, great team atmosphere. Apply in person to Southgate Mall, Chilliwack.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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Full Time Receptionist/ Office Assistant

TRADES, TECHNICAL

FABRICATORS Medium-size CWB manufacturing plant in Surrey, BC, Local 712 Ironworkers, requires qualified fabricators with experience in structural sheet and plate work.

Experience with aluminum fabrication an asset.

Please apply in writing to: Wellons Canada Corp, 19087 - 96th Ave., Surrey, BC V4N 3P2.

Fax: 604-888-2959 Attn: Manufacturing Manager

Group of companies looking for a person with a professional and friendly attitude, excellent communication skills, ability to multitask, handle general office duties, and knowledge of Excel and word processing. AR and AP experience an asset, but not required.

Please send your resume to: work@twinmaple.com Twin Maple Group of Companies 32351 Huntingdon Road Abbotsford

Welders & Mechanics Amix Salvage & Sales

PARALEGALS

BRONSON JONES & CO. an established and growing progressive litigation firm req’s exp’d personal injury paralegals (2+ years exp. essential). One Senior and one Intermediate position available.

Attractive benefits package, salary comensurates with exp. Fax or email resume with refs to: 604-850-2164 or bjcjobs@gmail.com

Work for an industry leader and help save the planet by being a part of the largest scrap metal recycling co. in BC. Seeking Mechanics & Welders for our Chilliwack & Surrey shops We offer an attractive wage and a range of benefits including great dental. Work well independently and possess a strong sense of safety awareness?

Then apply online at www.amix.ca or email to jobs@amix.ca CLASS ADS WORK! CALL 1-866-575-5777

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SECURITY OFFICER TRAINING B.S.T. classes in Abby.

Job placement. 604-859-8860 www.brissonsecurity.com

HELP WANTED

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HELP WANTED

SOME SHOES NEED FILLING BE PART OF A

PERSONAL SERVICES 170

TRADES, TECHNICAL

ALTERATIONS/ DRESSMAKING

WANTED VERY EXP CABINET MAKER/sawyer, Attn to detail, selfmotivated, lam exp A+. Ability to read shop drawings. D/L and trans Req. Agassiz area. 604-857-5866

Seamstress available. Affordable alterations & hemming. Susanne, (604)792-1818/604-793-5750 cel

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HELP WANTED

ELSA Teacher

ENGLISH FOR THE WORKPLACE 16 HRS. PER WEEK, MARCH 22 TO JUNE 24, 2011 To teach ESL to adults assessed at Canadian Language Benchmark Level 5 based on Labour Market Focused curriculum.

Please visit our website at http://www.comserv.bc.ca for full job posting.

CLOSING DATE: Feburary 11, 2011

GREAT TEAM

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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

PURE CHI. Relaxing Chinese Full Body MASSAGE ~ 604-702-9686 11am-11pm. 9263 Young Rd Chwk (UNIQUE) RELAXATION BODY CARE 604-859-2998 - In-suite shower #4 - 2132 Clearbrook Road, Abby

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MIND BODY SPIRIT D’BEST MASSAGE Chloe, Karen, Jade,

604-854-0599 Jan-$50/30min philippines-hilot-massage.com

MASSAGE PARADISE Oriental Service 9:30am-9:30pm

Pacific Eye Doctors, #104, 45793 Luckakuck way Sardis

EXPERIENCED COOK-Busy Cafe in Harrison requires an exp. brkfst /lnch cook. Foodsafe required.

Call Kim 796-2229, (604)824-2160

PERSONAL SERVICES

604-746-6777 $30/30min 2459 McCallum Rd. Abby.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM Helping Canadians repay debts, reduce or eliminate interest, regardless of your credit.

Steady Income? You may qualify for instant help. Considering Bankruptcy? Call 1-877-220-3328 FREE Consultation Government Approved, BBB Member AVOID BANKRUPTCY - SAVE UP TO 70% Of Your Debt. One affordable monthly payment, interest free.

For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not your creditors.

Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca 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. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com NEED A LOAN - BAD CREDIT? Has your credit prevented you from getting a loan? Buying a home or having your own business? We can help you get up to 1 million business or mortgage loan and up to 200K personal loan with interest rates starting at 2.9% APR. Bad credit ok.

Apply now at: www.oncreditloans.com or call 1-877-500-4030

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GARDENING

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HANDYPERSONS

Small business bookkeeping service 20 yrs experience. Set up in Quickbooks. For quote and information contact Kathy 604-791-1354

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CLEANING SERVICES

AFFORDABLE QUALITY Cleaning $15/hr. Insured. Bonded. 1 Hour or more. 604-825-2933 / 604-702-8051 Lena’s Cleaning Service, weekly/bi weekly, reliable, honest. 702-9579. lena.rose.cleaning@gmail.com MAGIC WAND Will Clean Your House/Office to “Sparkle” Equipped supplied, bonded. (not Sardis) Pager 1-604-680-1535 RESIDENTIAL CLEANING. Wkly, bi-wkly, monthly. Exc. ref’s. Call 604-795-2764 Cell 604-316-2894

245 THE HEALING OAK. Registered Massage Therapy. Flexible hours to meet your needs. Ste 203-45800 Promontory Rd, Chwk. 604-846-2999

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

CONTRACTORS

DOALL CONTRACTING LTD. Thinking of renovating? Why not call the local experts today for a free no obligation estimate. Siding, soffits, gutters, downpipes, custom fascia cladding. (604)823-6678 Madden Brothers Construction. All aspects of home/comm reno’s. Framing, siding, doors, windows, decks, finishing carpentry, drywall, painting.

Seniors discount. Ian (604)316-6939 Paul 1(604)226-5086 Abby

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ELECTRICAL

#1167 LIC’D, BONDED. BBB Lge & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter, WCB. Low rates 24/7 604-617-1774 J.H. ELECTRICAL. Licence #7474.

New installations, repairs, service.

No job too small. Jim 604-798-5742 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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GARDENING FRASER VALLEY

Landscaping & Gardening • Bark mulch • Lawn maintenance • Power raking • Aerating • Pruning • Yard Clean-ups (604)793-2250 or 760-1635 GARDEN MAGIC. Book your spring yard clean-up. Gardening, rubbish removal, pruning. (604)792-1818

A HELPFUL HANDYMAN Ltd. 778-808-7442. What can we do for you? Bonded and Insured! www.ahelpfulhandyman.com

ALMOST Everything Handy Man Service. Junk removal, home repairs, yard/house cleanup, pressure washing, gutters, etc. 792-3018

HomePro HANDYMAN. From reno’s to repairs, friendly affordable service, lic. & guar. (604)701-6922

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HIGH CALIBER CONSTRUCTION Repair, Replace, Remodel.

• Room Additions • Kitchen & Bath Remodels • Drywall • Paint • Texture • Finishing • Floors & More Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771 RENO GONE WRONG! ...

Do you have a reno that has gone wrong? We specialize in providing SOLUTIONS for the DIY or Remodeling Project that has become a disaster. We are the insurance companies choice as a PROBLEM LOSS CO-ORDINATOR, so for all your Residential, Commercial, OR Agriculture projects call us at: 778-239-6308, or email us at integral@shaw.ca and tell us your story. We can help.

INTEGRAL CONSULTANTS

RENOVISION complete reno’s. Basements, drywall/finishing, decks, baths, kitchens, painting (604)703-5876

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HOME REPAIRS

Semi retired carpenter avail., for small reno jobs & home repairs. Reliability and integrity for over 40 yrs.

John (604)792-9199

tel 1-11T CCS1

604.792.4267 website

comserv.bc.ca

Automobile Dealer

Business Office Manager Duties include arranging financing for vehicle purchasers and the sale of insurance products and extended warranties. Candidates must have prior automobile dealership Business Office experience or at least 24 months of automobile sales experience. Please provide references regarding employment history with resume.

Only candidates that meet these requirements need apply.

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TRAVEL/TOURISM

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TRAVEL/TOURISM

FRED’S

Hot Deals

MODEL AUDITIONS for the UFV Fashion Design program Year-end Fashion Show

Holland America Air Special – 20 night Mediterranean cruise roundtrip from Rome, Italy, September 25, 2011. Interior $4608.78 CAD pp, Oceanview $5299.00 CAD pp, Balconies $5882.94 CAD pp, includes cruise, roundtrip air from Vancouver with transfers and all taxes. Visit Italy, Greece, Spain and Croatia.

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LANDSCAPING

PETS 465

LESSONS/TRAINING

Complete snow removal & landscaping services. Sanding & salting. Yard clean-up. Rubbish removal. 604-825-9547 or (604)392-7280

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 530

FARM EQUIPMENT

REAL ESTATE 636

MORTGAGES

RENTALS 706

SKID STEER John Deere -Model #7775. 48HP, 1800 Hours. New engine & tires, fully serviced, exc cond. $12,500/obo. 604-826-6482.

APARTMENT/CONDO Chilliwack

45655 McIntosh Dr. Avail., immed.,

FERTILIZERS

Includes fridge, stove, Insuite w/d. Close to amen.

WEED FREE MUSHROOM MANURE 13 yds/$90 fresh or well rotted. 10 yds /$110. Free delivery in Chilliwack. (604)856-8877

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Contact 604 792 4463 Stratatech Consulting Ltd. Full service property mngt www.stratatechconsulting.ca

FUEL

BEST FIREWOOD 32nd Season & 37,000 Cust Deliv.

Fully Seas. Maple, Birch, Alder 604-582-7095 FIRE WOOD for sale 80’ fir. Cut into 2’ sections. Offers (604)7934593

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SAWDUST Hemlock, Fir & Cedar Available for Delivery Call for pricing 604-465-5193 or 604-465-5197 www.augustinesoilandmulch.com

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MOVING & STORAGE

#1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Mini Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting at $30/hr + gas.

(604)997-0332 / (604)745-7918 PAUL’S MOVING 5 Ton truck, will beat any other mover’s price!

BC/Alta/Ont. Packing. Family O/O 1-888-507-2857 604-792-5901 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials.

Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

329 PAINTING & DECORATING Becky’s Interior Painting. 20yr exp Will match any written estimate, ref’s. Chwk 316-3349/Abb 755-4268 MILANO PAINTING. Int./Ext. Prof.

Painters. Free Est. Written Guar.

Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

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PAVING/SEAL COATING

ALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.

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PLUMBING

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005 ASERO PLUMBING & HEATING. Renovations, Repairs, Gas Fitting, Drain Cleaning, Furnace Repairs & Replacement Mark (604)316-0634

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

RECYCLE-IT! #1 EARTH FRIENDLY JUNK REMOVAL

604.587.5865

www.recycle-it-now.com BSMB Rubbish Removal. Serving all you rubbish removal needs with a 14’ long trailer. Will remove yard waste, furniture, appliances, recycling material and construction site clean up. Service within 24 hrs, 7 days a week. (604)793-8378 EVERYONE NEEDS A Maid. Pressure washing, ext. windows, gutters, yard clean-up. (604)316-8366 362

SECURITY/

ALARM

SYSTEMS

SAVE UP TO $400 on a pre-existing system based on 3 year contract.

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24/7 Alarm monitoring Medical Alert Services Service on all makes/models Bonded & Insured

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 523

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

(604)792-8055 45140 Yale Rd. West www.contactsecurity.ca

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TILING

TILEWORKS - Supply & Installation Services. Ceramic & porcelain tile, natural stone, slate, travertine, granite, marble et. kitchen, bath, laundry, fireplace. 793-1936/1(604)767-4469

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Firewood. Seasoned maple & birch.

Cherry smoker wood. $150/cord.

The Woodshed, (604)794-3585

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Chilliwack 46030 Princess Ave. 660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

RENTALS

FURNITURE

Sofa & matching chair, off white; dishwasher, GE blt-in; 4 copper colour wrought iron chairs. All in good cond. (604)793-0495

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700

7610 Evans Rd Cottonwood Retirement Village Gate #3, Inside Sale Feb 5; 9am - 1pm books of all kinds, crochet supplies, wool, Mason Resch upright piano, best offer.

UNDER $200

DININGROOM tbl w/6 upholstered chairs, bleached off white wood $200/All. Gd. cond 604-858-5427 Drum set for beginners $200, nice cond., 5 pc (604)793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Table saw w/stand, dust collector.

12” band saw incl., $200 793-7714 Organ, $50; Wall unit furniture, $40.

(604)792-4090 Queen bed frame & headboard, cherry colour, $200 obo. (604)3164793

RENT TO OWN

!!YES You Can Own A HOME!!

Having problems saving up for your down payment? Credit not so good? Quit beating yourself Up!

GARAGE SALES

Chilliwack

Fresh and clean.

Totally renovated from top to bottom.

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

If you have: • A Job • $6,000 We Can Help You Own, a brand new luxury condo in Chilliwack. S/S Appli. Laminate H/W, Granite, W/D, Secure U/G Prkg. Pets welcome.

Call Now 604-725-8126

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1, 2, 3, Bdrm suites $600, $700, $800 5 appliances Secure building On-site manager Small pet negotiable Must have references Caretaker 604 799 2262 Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage (604)792-0077

CHILLIWACK 46356 Margaret Ave. 2nd flr. Clean 2 BD $650 + util., Avail now. w/d, sm pet negot. Ref’s req’d. Call Ross Fullbrook Royal Lepage 604 792 0077 CHILLIWACK

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APARTMENT/CONDO

CHILLIWACK

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✶ ✶ GARAGE SALE ✶ ✶ 46617 Montana Dr. Saturday, Feb. 5th 9am to 3pm GOOD VARIETY of ITEMS!

CHILLIWACK

The Willows

1 & 2 Brms Heat & water included Adult oriented Gated underground pkng.

Close to amenities Indoor pool No pets

Call Jerry - 604-795-3159

MISC. FOR SALE CHILLIWACK

DRIFTWOOD APTS. 9474 Cook St

Shelving for standard size van, sturdy, plastic. $500 obo (604)7953688

46021 2nd Ave Chilliwack BC The Charlestone

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS TWO pianos; 1927 Heintzman upright & a Henry Herbert upright, original ivories with no cracks or chips. Pianos have been viewed by a licensed tuner and is available for verification. Buyer will be responsible for moving & retuning. $800 each. 604-853-2089.

Luxury Deluxe suite 2 bd w/den 1085 sq’ Security cameras at front & entrance doors. Elec. f/p, frg w/ice dispenser, micro, Insuite w/d & a/c, granite counter tops, 2 bath. No pets, no smoking. $1000/mo.

Collin, Stratatech Property Management 604 703 6209

Broadway Maples Apts

REAL ESTATE 625

FOR SALE BY OWNER

1 bedroom

Chilliwack, beautifully renovated 2 bdrm, 2 bath rancher in popular Cottonwood Retirement Village, one of the finest units. Must be seen. $143,000. (604)858-0131

$600/month, up market quiet building, w/balcony, hot water, 3 appl, sec u/grnd prkg, on-site laundr., on site manager. N/s, n/p, avail. Mar. 1.

For Sale

By Owner

9473 Broadway St. 604-819-6229

SOUTH SURREY Adult oriented, immaculate 2 bdrm Rancher Townhome in gated community.

Close to beach & shopping. 2 full baths, vaulted ceilings, fireplace, upgraded appliances. hardwood throughout, ceramic tile in kitchen & baths, granite counters, crown mouldings, garage, private yard. Plus many more extras.

No Agents Please

$450,000.

Phone 604-719-7016 627

HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOUSES

Older Home? Damaged Home?

Need Repairs? Behind on Payments? Quick CASH! Call Us First! 604.657.9422

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633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS 1970 mobile, 12wx 60l, roof, siding windows only 7 yrs old, needs inter reno. $4800 obo. must be moved.

1(604)860-0850 (604)869 1084

2011 CANADIAN Dream Home 3 bed/2 bath, 1512 sqft, CSA-Z240 $109,950 includes delivery and set up in lower BC, 877-976-3737 or 509-481-9830 http://www.hbmodu lar.com/images/email_jan2.jpg

Quiet & Clean, 3 appl. on bus route, no pets,

(604)316-5363 or 604-792-1872

LOCATION - SPACE – VIEWS !!

NEWMARK, Yale Rd., Central Chilliwack. Like-New 900 sqft. 2 bed + 2 bath superb apt. 3rd flr, u/g prkg, beau. kitch, 5 appli., balc. mtn. view, walk 2 shops, N/Smoke, N/Pets. $900/mo. 778-628-6807

1 bdrm apt/bachelor, avail now. Heat, hot water window coverings incl, most suites with balcony, laundry on 1st flr with elevator, (604)8240264 or 604-702-9106

Luxury Suites

Available Rentals 1 bed/1 bath basement suite. 2 appliances, insuite laundry, quiet pet welcome, No Smoking/No Parties. $800.00 per month including Telus TV and Utilities.

Avail Now!

• • • •

604-864-6400 Toll Free: 1-877-864-6424 www.strataschoice.com

1 & 2 Bdrms & den

Adult oriented, 5 appl’s Secure underground pkng Across from hospital, close to all amenities.

CRIME-FREE CERTIFIED

8977/9003 Edward St Kevin, 604-792-4191 No Sunday calls.

Starting at $650.00/mo.

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com

1 & 2 bedrooms, available now.

1 bdrm Condos 1 bath, F/S, D/W, private deck, in suite storage, secure building and parking, wheelchair access, elevator, laundry on each floor, walk to park, shopping, library.

Call 604-792-1506

APARTMENT/CONDO

Hazelwood Manor

LAKESIDE COURT

9197 Mary St.

560

706

Camelot Apartments

APARTMENT/CONDO

CHILLIWACK

UNDER $100

Chainlink, rollform & stock yard gates $25 & up. All must go 793-7714 Colored metal, small amounts, new & like new $1 lin ft. 793-7714 Dehumidifier, Kenmore, auto, almost new, lrg capacity $100 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Barn window, 12 pane, antique, $90 for family picture frame 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Cistern hand pump, old, works $65, wheelbarrow $35 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Trailer axle, small, w/tires, springs, frame brackets $100 (604)793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Window, curved for above double door, new $100 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Tent heater, wood burning, iron, hold heat $100 (604)793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Smoker BBQ combo, charcoal, legs incl., elect BBQ $100 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Chainsaw 16” exc cond., $100, also newer stick welder (604)793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Flat deck trailer 6.5x10 needs work $100. 793-7714 Exercise equipment, 3 assorted pieces $40 ea. Incinerator, wood burning $40 (604)792-4090 LOVE SEAT, light beige, jaquard, clean $40. ORGAN, Yamaha $40 obo. SOFA/CHAIR, clean lrg comfy 3 seat, rust, $50 792-4090 Roofing, used galvanized, example, 12x24’ ft for $100. (604)793-7714 Stove pipe, 8” dia., 24’ galvinized metal, 1/5 the cost at $50 firm; picnic table, full size, wood, gd cond., pd $120 sell $40; East of Hope. Call (604)860-0252 TV, RCA, 50” w/remote, & DVD player, in exc cond., $100 for both.

(604)858-2889 Welder, portable, 110v, like new $100 also small mig 793-7714 X braces for scaffolding $10 ea, frames $20, some plank & jacks cheap (604)793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Oxy-Acetylene torches, hoses, gauges by Smith $100 w/cart 7937714 -----------------------------------------------Chainsaw, Skilsaw, planner, drill, jig saw all for $100 793-7714

CENTRAL VACUUM Let us service your central vacuum system. We will extend your warranty.

We service all makes & models.

PETS

AMERICAN PITT BULL puppies.

1 fem 4 male 1st shots, vet chckd.

Born Dec. 16. $495. 604-729-8549 BERNESE Mountain Dog Puppies.

Vet checked & ready for good homes.$850.Langley.778-241-5504 BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOG X Border Collie pups, 1st shots & worming. $500. 604-857-5212.

BERNESE Mountain X Great Pyrenees pups, gorgeous, excellent markings, parents to view, health guar’d, $850. Call (604) 607- 5051 BLACK LAB PUPS. 3 males, exc lines, 1st shots, dewormed, ready now, $450. 778-867-6758 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 856-4866 CHIHUAHUA tiny tea cup spayed female, 2 yrs, only 3lbs, $600. Call (604)794-7347 GERMAN SHEPHERD Reg’d puppies, quality German & Czech bloodlines. Guar. 604-856-8161 Golden Retriever puppies born Nov. 23, third generation of healthy puppies, home raised in a canine 4H obedience family & well played with, ready to go, c/w first shots & deworming, $650.

Mission 604820-4827.

KITTENS 2 Free must go together to good homes only, approx 8/mos.

Spayed, shots, dewormed, house trained. Ph 604-793-8057 6pm-8pm 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

706

RENTALS

45810 First Ave., West

3 Bd.................$750

533

RENTALS

2 bedroom fridge, stove, window coverings, hot water heat incl., Adult oriented. wheelchair access, elevator, laundry on every floor.

Ph: 604-792-1503

Chilliwack Gardens 45749 Spadina Ave.,

Bachelor & 1 bedroom

Available Jan 1/Jan 15. Heat & hot water incl. Downtown location, clean, quiet building. NO PETS.

604-792-1872 Chilliwack. nice location 2-1 bdrm units, furnished, $600 & $650/m + util., prefer mature person. Call (604)792-0671/795-2450 /819-6657

McIntosh Manor 45598 McIntosh Dr

COTTONWOOD Apts.

1 Bdrm. Available Feb. 1 Near Cottonwood Mall on quiet street. Hot water, 3 appls, balcony, elevator, on-site Manager. 55 +

1 bdrm suites.

Bright and spacious.

No pets. Avail now.

604-316-5363/792-1872 CHILLIWACK. 3 BD apt $1200, 2 bath, 5 appl, 2 patios, fireplace, 1-yr lease, avail now 604-721-0491

Call Mgr: 604-791-9488 HARRISON HOT SPRINGS 1 Bdrm condo with 5 appls, 2 prkg. NS/NP. $700. Avl now. (604)826-2006

Rental Opportunities AT HIGHGATE MANOR

SENIORS

GET YOUR 2 MONTHS FREE RENT!

2-11F HL4

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Friday, February 4, 2011, The Chilliwack Progress

19+ BUILDING

1 & 2 Bedrooms starting at $650/mo., cats ok.

Call Brian Browne at 604-858-7368 www.chilliwackpropertymanagement.com

Urban Living at Garrison Village

Cheam View Apts Clean, quiet building • • • •

Insuite storage Laundry on every floor Heat & hot water incl Secure underground prkg

1 & 2 Bdrms Starting at $575/m Ref’s required, no pets Crime-free multi-housing Call for appt. 604-792-3010 or leave message Chilliwack. 1/2 month free rent. 1 bd w/balcony. FREE heat, h/w & parking, elevator. Great Mary St location. From $650/mo. 604-702-0722 CHILLIWACK 1 BD $580/m. Avail., now. Incl., heat & hot water.

(604)703-9076 Chilliwack, 1 bdrm apt, 6 appl., secure u/ground parking, refs, avail now. $625/m. (604)341-5778 CHILLIWACK. 1 bdrm apt. Avail.

Mar. 1st. Spacious. Balcony. Centrally located Edwards St. Heat & garbage incl. Onsite laundry. Full cable pkg. included ($62 value). $670/mo. Heather 1-800-815-6311.

CHILLIWACK, 2 & 3 bedrooms, family building in good area. Close to shopping, transportation and schools. Parking, laundry hook/up included. available now or Feb 1. $575-$750/m. Rob 604-316-5404.

No Sun. calls or after 7pm.

Chilliwack 2 bd @The Parkside, quiet adult senior, 3appl, w/d h/up $700,mar, across city hall 795-5226 Chilliwack, 45561 Yale Rd. The Vibe. 1st flr, grnd unit, 1 bd. $750, 5 high end appl., secure u/grnd prkg.

Avail., 1 week early move in no charge. now. Collin (604)703-6209 Stratatech Property Management. www.stratatechconsulting.ca CHILLIWACK, 45991 Airport Rd. 1 bd ste. $525 + util., Fridge & stove.

Avail now. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604 792 0077

Garrison Village is NOW RENTING New Luxury Suites Available March/April • Corner of Garrison Blvd. and Keith Wilson Rd. EXECUTIVE STYLE SUITES • 2 BEDROOMS • 2 BEDROOMS + DEN • On-site manager • Camera surveillance • Adult oriented • Secure underground parking • In-suite laundry with washer/dryer

• Bright, modern design • Close to Vedder River, walking and biking trails • Steps away from Cooper’s Market & shopping

• No pets, no smoking, no BBQ’s • Restaurants & coffee shop • 6 Appliances

REFERENCES REQUIRED • BY APPOINTMENT ONLY • 604-799-1954 1-11F GC21

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Chilliwack BUSINESS PROFESSIONALS Local Businesses Ready to serve!

604-702-5550

K-One Painting Commercial - Residential Interior & Exterior for Free Estimate Call

604.997.1674

Cree-Ative Home Improvements • Interior/Exterior Painting • All Home Improvements • Fences & Decks • Bathroom Reno's

604-858-4513 604-997-2007

CONTRACTING LTD. THINKING OF RENOVATING YOUR HOME? Frustrated By Poor Service Or High Pressure Salesmen?

WHY NOT CALL THE LOCAL EXPERTS TODAY FOR A FREE, NO OBLIGATION ESTIMATE

Tell people about your business in this valuable space Phone Classifieds

Almost Everything

604-702-5554

604-792-3018

FOR RENT

INSTALLER 27 Years Professional Carpet, lino & laminate - repairs, installation and sales. Flexible rates.

CALL 604.799.8180

REIMER ELECTRIC Lic#88840

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL SMALL JOBS & RENOVATIONS WELCOME.

FREE ESTIMATE Chilliwack - 604-702-8078 jeff@reimerelectric.ca

Email: doallcontractingltd@shaw.ca

www.reimerelectric.ca

OVER 20 YRS EXPERIENCE

• Concrete • Painting • Drywall • Decks/Fencing • Landscaping

Please call Graeme for a FREE estimate!

604.791.9539 OFFICE 604-824-0066 www.husbandsforhireconstruction.ca

• Home Repairs • Yard & House Cleanup • Painting/Carpentry • Pressure Washing • Junk Removal • Decking & • Gutters LICENSED • IN BUSINESS OVER 10 YEARS Contact Rick or Betty Today

Formerly Service Plumbing

604-316-0634 Mark Asero • Renovations • Repair • Gas Fitting • Drain Cleaning • Furnace Repair & Replacement

FOR RENT

LICENSED - BONDED INSURED - WCB

Plumbing HK & Heating ☛ Furnace Service & Repair ☛ New Furnace Installations ☛ Air Conditioning Install & Repair ☛ Heat Pumps & Boilers ☛ Hot water tanks & fireplaces ☛ Duct Cleaning ☛ All plumbing services

24-HOUR SERVICE

604-702-5554 604-824-8817 or cell: 604-316-4811

Mr. Fix it

CARPET

• Siding • Soffiting • Gutter/Downpipes • Vinyl Decking • Vinyl Windows • Custom Fascia Cladding PH: 604.823.6678 • FAX: 604.823.6679

• Bathroom Renos from $2500

Handyman Services

Tell people about your business in this valuable space Phone Classifieds

• Licensed Electrical & Plumbing Repairs • Drywall Repairs • Interior Painting • Cabinet Repairs • Cabinet Replacement • Countertops

• General Construction • Flood Repairs • Moldings • Door/Window • Exterior Painting • Decks • Gutter Cleaning • Power Washing

24 Hour Service email: Àxit_mr@hotmail.com

CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE QUOTE 604-798-5082

CrackMaster Concrete TOLL FREE:

1-888-788-4926 www.wetbasementrepairvancouverbc.com

MADDEN BROTHERS

604-702-5554

Call Ian (604)316-6939 Or Paul 1(604)226-5086 Abby

FOR RENT

CONSTRUCTION ALL aspects of home or commercial RENOVATIONS • Framing, Siding, Doors, Windows • Decks, Finish Carpentry • Drywall, Painting • Seniors Discount available

RENOVATIONS REPAIRS Sewer & Water Hookups, Drainage Repair, Hydro Seeding, Mountainside Landscaping, Rock/Retaining Walls

Call Don

Ron, 604.823.6191 or 604.819.0150

604-798-1187

604-702-5554

LIFE TIME WARRANTY, NATIONWIDE SINCE 1994

ense $ e m o H

Repairs are possible from the inside using urethane injection.

20 Years Experience Free Estimates

FOR RENT

CrackMaster Concrete is a full-service foundation repair and waterproofing company serving Chilliwack.

Tell people about your business in this valuable space Phone Classifieds

Leaky Basement?

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Wet Basement?

FULLY INSURED. OWNER/OPERATOR

Hank Van Dyk

604-795-3163 A1-44915 Yale Rd., Chilliwack

604-798-8480 Fax: 604-794-3398 Email: homesense@shaw.ca

AUSSIES OUTBACK

LAWN & GARDEN CARE

SOLID SURFACE & LAMINATE COUNTER TOPS CALL TODAY FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE!

• Kitchen • Bathrooms • Basements • Decks • Home Improvements

BOOK NOW! RENOVATIONS NEW CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT MIKE • 604-798-9230

For All Seasons Mowing, Thatching, Fertilizing,

Hedging, Yard Clean-Up, Pressure Washing & More.

RES-COM-STRATA FREE ESTIMATES

604-798-6213 LICENSED & INSURED

CHILLIWACK TO HARRISON

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APARTMENT/CONDO

Need To Place a Rental Ad? One call is all it takes!

The Chilliwack Progress Classified’s 604-702-5552 www.theprogress.com

SARDIS

1 & 2 Bdrm Apts

Well maintained, on bus route, close to banks, pharmacies, medical clinic, grocery stores and more. Senior discounts, elevator, laundry rm, insuite storage, n/s, n/p.

View & compare. From $625-$740.

5810 Vedder Rd. Call Marj, (604)8242964/846-8579

*SUNDIAL COURT* 9234 Charles Street, Chilliwack 1 bdrm, coin laundry, family dwelling, small pet ok, ref’s req’d.

604-791-0463 or 1-877-817-0289

Friday, February 4, 2011, The Chilliwack Progress RENTALS

715

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

SARDIS. 3 bdrm upper with view.

1.5 baths. 5 appls. Share W/D. N/S. No pets. $1150/mo. incl utils. Nr amenits. Refs 604-795-9651.

736

HOMES FOR RENT

Chilliwack, 2-3 bdrm house, Lewis ave, F/S, no pets, $900/m. Avail Feb 15. 1 (604)316-8117 CHILLIWACK 3 bdrm rancher, laminate flrs, lrg shrd bk.yrd, shrd W/D. Sm.pet OK, avail Feb.1. Ref’s & DD req’d, $1100/mo +utils. Ph after 6pm. 604-857-4133, 604-866-0485 CHILLIWACK 5 bd, 3 bath, full bsmt, dbl garage. 50790 Yale Rd. 1/4 acre country home, fncd yrd. avail., Dec. 1. $1500/mo visit www.bosker.ca (604)794-7260 Chilliwack, Chilliwack Central Rd., 3 + 1 bdrm upper unit, 5 appl., sep laundry rm, share util. Avail now.(604)824-0264 Chilliwack, Chwk Central Rd., 4 bd 1.5 bath, 5 appl., sep laundry rm, share util. Sm pet ok.(604)824-0264 Chilliwack Mary St. completed reno’d 2 bd, new kitch & flooring. fncd bk yrd w/shop. N/S. Avail., now. $1100 incl., grass cutting. (604)308-0061 CHILLIWACK newly reno 3 bdrm., huge big backyard, nice area. Avail. now. $1300 mo. 604-792-0749 CHILLIWACK Nice 2 BR & Den home 9730 Menzies St. Newer applis, gas fireplace, sunroom, patio, big yard, $1200/mo 778-999-7253 CHILLIWACK reno’d heritage home 3 Bd, 5 appl, oak cabinets, detach’d garage, lrg fncd.yd, $1150/mo + DD Avail immed. Ns/Np. 604-798-8974

CHILLIWACK Suites For Rent Newer fully furnished suites avail., 2 & 3 bd. 5 appl., Weekly and monthly rates.

View online: hoperiverlodge.com or call: (604)792-8377 or (604)819-2541 Greendale clean & cozy 3 bd + den, 5 appl., n/s, n/p. $900 incl., sat & wifi i/net. Avail March 1. (604)823-2248

707 APARTMENT FURNISHED Garrison Crossing.

Coach house, furnished ste, great for one person, n/s, n/p, $775/m + util & DD. avail now. Call (604)858-8655

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL Chilliwack, 2000+sf light industrial warehouse space for lease, fenced, high door, #110-45635 McIntosh Dr. Call 604-850-7337 or 832-1400 CHILLIWACK, Young Rd. Avail.

Feb. 1. 1800 s/f. warehouse space.

For more info. 604-795-5332.

STORE FRONT OR OFFICE. 350 -4000sf available. Courtesy to realtors. Call (604)792-0671 604-7952450 or 604-819-6657

715

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

CHILLIWACK, 2 bdrm unit, ground floor, in 4-plex, 4 appl., new paint & carpets, backs onto park, close to amenities. (604)824-0264 CHILLIWACK, 9499 Robson St. 3 bdrm, 2nd flr, frg/stv, w/d, fresh paint, clean, street prkg, shared fncd yrd. $795/mo. Avail now. Pet negot. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage. 604 792 0077 Chilliwack grnd level 2 bd, 4 appl., Avail., Feb 1, $775 incl., heat. 12th month free. (604)795-6109 lv msg CHILLIWACK reno’d 2 bd, 1 level, incl frg/stv, W/D. $850, avail now.

N/S, no dogs. (604)792-1741 CHILLIWACK, Woodbine St. 2 bdrm, 1/2 duplex, hardwood flrs, fenced, 4 appl., avail now. $700/m Call (604)824-0264 Sardis #3 - 45741 Britton Ave. 3 bd up + 1 bd suite down, 2.5 bath, great parking. $1400/mo. + util., Avail now. Call Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604 792 0077

GREENDALE, older 3 bdrm, garage/shop, n/p, n/s, avail now. $1200/m. Call (604)795-6941 HOPE 4 bdr 2 bth ranch style home on 1/2 acre, nr schls. Ref’s a must.

Pet okay $920/mo. 604-795-6006 Promontory, exec 4 bdrm home, den, 2.5 baths, hrdwd flrs, f/p, W/D, green space, n/s, n/p, $1350 + util.

Mar. 1 or sooner. 1 (778)389-5100 ROSEDALE 3 Bdr home on farm un fin.bsmt, dbl.gar, horsebarn, wrkshp avail now $2000/mo. 604-307-9620 ROSEDALE, CLEAN 2 bdrm mobile home, quiet park, W/D hook-up, no dogs, cat ok, avail Mar 1. $700/m.

(604)795-3398 Sardis, 1 & 2 bdrm ranchers, w/d free cable, carport, n/p, $775$900/m. Avail now. (604)824-2050 SARDIS, clean, 2 bdrm, 5 appl., lg backyard, n/s, n/p, quiet area, cental local, ref’s. $800 util incl., avai now. 604-991-0089 SARDIS, lge bright clean 4 bdmr 2 car garage newer hse, clse to Elem & GW high schl, N/S sm pet neg $1325m. Mar1. 604-795-0288

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MOTELS, HOTELS

MOTEL ROOMS - Bridal Falls.

Newly renovated. Kitchenette avail.

Available monthly to May 15. Starting at $630/m+DD. Wifi internet avail . N/s, n/p. Call (604)794-7710

746

ROOMS FOR RENT

Room for rent, n/s, no partiers, prefer female, share kitch, laund & common rm, lrg fncd yrd. $425/m. util incl. Avail immed., (604)997-0785

747

RV PADS

RV PADS for rent at our 5 star resort. Full hookups/Cable available. $325/month metered hydro.

Laundry facilities onsite, and wireless internet available. Please call 604-819-6918.

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION ABBOTSFORD. Male with HIV looking for HIV female room mate.

Serious calls only. Rent nego. 604556-9634 or 604-556-9453

RENTALS 748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION

TRANSPORTATION 809

Chilliwack, share 3 bd home, cls to town, lg yard/deck, 52” tv, heat/hydro incl, $460. Bob, (604)798-7836 East Chilliwack, private furn. room $450 or 1 bdrm + den $550/m incl util, lg yard parking & storage (604)791-1941 Sardis share beautiful 3 bd home.

Walk to UFV, 2 rooms avail., incl., i/net, TV, & util., $425 or $495 furn or unfurn. No parties, n/p, n/s.

Avail., immed. (604)799-9107

749

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

STORAGE

EAST CHILLIWACK Storage/Work Shop. hydro incl, secure. Call 604819-7231. Mon-Sat.

750

SUITES, LOWER

Chilliwack 1 bdrm grnd flr. utilities extra, shared laundry, cover patio.

Avail. now., $600/m (604)792-5409 Chilliwack, 1 bdrm, new bsmt ste, quiet & priv, ground level, priv entry, n/p, n/s, $750/m. (604)795-2443 Chilliwack 2 bd, quite area. Private entry. No parties, n/s, n/p, ref’s, Avail., now. (604)792-5264 799-5264 CHILLIWACK, 2 bdrm, avail now, extra storage, $750+ util. Clean and bright, fenced, W/D, patio, n/s, n/p. (604)858-3380 Chilliwack Mountain 3 bdrm upper unit, private, furnished, WD/FS/DW avail Feb 1. $1200+utils 604-2509120 or chehalis@telus.net CHILLIWACK quiet 1 bdrm ground level suite, priv ent, $600/mo incl all utils. Call 604-792-7713.

GARRISON. 1 bdrm. Lndry. Suits quiet person. $750 + 1/3 utils. N/S, sml dog neg. Feb 1. 604-819-3511.

Promontory, 2 bd bright, spac., priv entry, n/s, n/p, storage, like new, avail now. $750. (604)316-2631 Promontory, 2 bdrm bsmt, parking on street, quiet area, cls to trails elem & bus, cable inet, util, share laun. $895/m mar 1 (604)847-0468 PROMONTORY. Beautiful 2 BD in custom built home, 2 bath, own laund., 2 prkg, in flr heat, 400sq’ deck, $1000/mo. Incl., gas & hydro.

Avail now. (604)316-4838 PROMONTORY. Large 1 bdrm. suite. Gas f/p, all appl. incl. Most utils. Patio, private entry. NS/NP. $700.Immed. 604-858-6067 aft 5pm Sardis, 2 bdrm bsmt unit, 4 appl., sep priv. entrance, fncd back yard, ideal for couple/single mom & child, avail Mar 1. (604)824-0264 SARDIS, Avail., immed, bright student ste, furn, priv entry, cov’d patio, prkg, laundry, close to bus route. Prefer quiet n/s, util, net, cable incl., $600/m. Ref’s (604)7980808 SARDIS Grnd level 1 bdr lg suite, util incl. 6 appl, Quiet area, N/P, N/S, $650 per month. Ph: 604-8248859 SARDIS nr. Garrison, lge. new 1 bdrm., insuite ldry., d/w, priv. entry, pets neg. N/S. $700 mo. incl utils and some storage. 604-302-9633 Sardis, sm fully furnish 1 bdrm, own entry, share laundry, bus stop, n/s, n/p, util & inet incl. $575/m. Call (604)824-2926

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TRANSPORTATION 821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1989 VW Fox, 4 cyl, 5spd, one owner, air cared, very good gas mileage, (604)997-0332 1990 HONDA CIVIC DX h/back, 5 spd, runs great, no rust, $1200/obo.

Call 604-836-1280 (Maple Ridge) 2003 HONDA CIVIC SI, blue, new tires & brakes, complete fluid change,145K,$7500 (604)820-6827 2003 VOLSKWAGEN GOLF Only 16,000/km’s. $11,000.

604-852-5719 or 604-308-2963.

2006 BMW 325i blue, clean int 9.5, exterior 8.5, V6, tiptronic, runs well, CD, $22,000 obo (778)245-4869 2006 MINI COOPER, red, mint, loaded, 68K, lowest price in BC. $12,580. Must sell. 604-943-0444 2007 TOYOTA 4 door hatchback, one driver, 5200km. $6000. Call (604)792-8168 2009 HONDA CIVIC DX. 4 dr, 5 spd manual, options, 14K, blue. $8500 firm. 604-538-4883 2009 HYUNDAI SONATA grey, V6, cloth, 72,000/kms, no sunroof, $14,995. Call 604-615-8529 2011 TOYOTA Camry LE, 7000 kms. auto, factory warranty. No accidents. $22,500. 604-836-5931

838

RECREATIONAL/SALE

2000 FORD RANGER -Red 2 whl. drive w/ 7 ft. 6 Okanagan Camper, $4500 obo (604)575-2676 LV. msg 2006 25’ travel trlr, Copper Canyon, exc cond., 1 slide, n/s, great flr plan, $20,500 obo. (604)793-0495

2010 ADVENTURER 90 FWS

CHILLIWACK

NEWLY RENOVATED

Woodbine Townhouses A Gated Community Designated as Crime Free Multi-Housing

✶ MOVE-IN INCENTIVES ✶ 1,100 s.f. 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths Very quiet, family oriented.

Well maintained, 2 playgrds.

New carpeting & lam. floors Large, private fenced yards Close to amenities, schools and bus routes.

D Pets ok upon approval. Refs.

D Rents start at $990/mo.

D D D D D D

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AUTO FINANCING

1. Wow! It works!

2. One word: Value. Flexibility. Economy.

Performance. Price.

3. Putting posters on all those utility poles just takes too much time.

4. Did we mention it works?

5. You're not afraid to admit you like making money.

6. Come on, we dare you just to try to get better results anywhere else 7. It's faster than a speeding bullet. (Haven't we heard that before?)

8. Three words: Results. Results. Results 9. It sells stuff. Even weird stuff.

10. You're just plain smart. Period.

TRUCKS & VANS

1992 VOYAGER $500. Aircared to 2012. Good running, a must see.

604-626-0638.

1995 FORD F150 XLT, good cond.

Air Cared until 2012. Canopy, good tires, $4200 obo 604-462-1542 1997 Chevy S10, 260,000 km, 1 owner, air cared, new battery, incl snow tires $2350 (604)795-3139

www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

1998 GMC Safari AWD, 135,00 km, 1 owner, exc cond., loaded, 4 winter tires incl., $3500 (604)847-9291 2003 Chev S10 pickup ext cab, 215,000km, $5500. For more info call (604)824-6698

www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

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In The Matter of the Rent Distress Act & Surelock Mini Storage Park Paul Murray Tianna Upshaw Mary Michaloski Dannie Mancuso Sean Poluk Melynda Siemens Steven McNeal Take notice that furnishings and personal effects located at 43903 Industrial Way, Chilliwack, B.C., V2R 4L2, will, if not claimed by Feb 18, 2011, 1pm be disposed of accordingly.

Any questions regarding this matter should be directed to: The Manager, SureLock Mini Storage Park. (604)795-2424 WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT

NEW STARCRAFT 3614

Dinette slideout, lots of storage, outside grill and more. $11,983 (stk.27314)

TRUCKS & VANS

the TOP TEN reasons to

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U-shaped dinette, 4,000 Kw gen. set, rear view monitor. $94,995 (stk.28465)

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choose

www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644 2010 Winnebago Aspect 28B

TRANSPORTATION

The Scrapper

1996 Explorer XLT, V6 auto, 4wd, loaded, Michelins on fac. mags, 247,kms. $2295. (604)798-9228

2010 Ford Ranger sport, 4x2 supercab, 4.0 V6, 5sp, auto, silver, cruise, tilt, a/c, tonneau cover, only 6045k. Sell due to health reason. $17,000. (604)796-3188

By virtue of the Warehouse Lien Act, O’Connor Towing claims a lien against a #1 owned by #2 who is indebted to O’Connor Towing in the amount of #3 plus costs. The vehicle will be sold at: 44840 Yale Rd West, Chilliwack, BC on February 8, 2011.

Ad #4 #1 - 2002 Ford Explorer VIN 1FMZU72E52ZC56626 #2 - Kenneth William White #3 - $1,382.08

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Board of the Fraser Valley Regional District will be considering the adoption of the 2011 - 2015 Draft Financial Plan in bylaw form at its’ regular meeting scheduled for February 22, 2011.

CARS - DOMESTIC

1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme, auto 4dr new tires, 74,000K 1 owner no accident. exc cond. $3500 obo 604-864-1067, 604-864-2931

The public is invited to the administration office at 45950 Cheam Avenue, Chilliwack to review the plan and to ask any questions related to the plan.

The Draft Financial Plan can be reviewed any time between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., from February 1 to February 22, 2011.

1993 MERCURY SABLE, 4 dr, blue, mint cond, 170K km, V6, $1900. Call (604)795-4470 1996 INFINITI I 30, V6, 4 dr. sedan, fully loaded, AirCrd to 2013, Bose Stereo, $3,750 obo. 604-309-4309.

2000 BUICK Century, white 198K. Pwr str/wind, dl. Keyless entry, a/c.

New trans $3500obo 604-807-7662

The plan will also be at the Deroche sub office 10220 North Deroche Road, Deroche and can be reviewed Mondays and Wednesdays between the hours of 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., and 1:00 p.m.

- 3:30 p.m.; as well as Tuesdays and Thursdays 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (regular sub office hours).

2005 CHEV IMPALA, 126K exc shape, runs great, loaded, must sell - unemployed $6500. 604-859-5325

For viewing ...

Call: 1-877-515-6696 SARDIS, 9 - 5837 Sappers Way. The Woods. 3 Bdrm, 3 level, garage, 2.5 bath, $1250 avail., Mar. 1.

No pets, No smoking. Call Collin 604-703-6209 Stratatech Property Management

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

Front bath, thermopane windows, 7 ft. rear awning, much more. $24,995 (stk.29814)

SUITES, UPPER

TOWNHOUSES

845

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

GARRISON CROSSING. Coach house, fully furnished ste with W/D. Suits one person. N/S. N/P. $650/mo. incl utils + DD. Avail. Feb 15 or Mar 1. 604-769-3539.

Promontory 3 bd, 2 bath, 2 decks, views, priv. laund., & entr., avail now. $1195+ util. (604)302-7090 PROMONTORY, 3 bdrm, 3 baths, 5 appls, lrg fncd yrd. NS/NP. $1400 + utils. Immed. Call (604) 991-0333.

RYDER LAKE. 1 bdrm. Quiet country setting, bal, view, sep. ent. 5 appls. oak kit. N/P. Sat/hi-speed int avail. $500. Immed 604-858-5888.

Sardis, 2 bdrm upper ste, 5 appl., util incl., lg deck, $950/m, avail Mar 1. To view call (604)991-0089 SARDIS 3 bdrms, 2 baths, 5 applis dbl garage, fenced yard, $1500/mo NS/NP. March 1st. 604-793-7710 Sardis, 3 bdrm up 1 down, in lg. very bright home, sunny location with yard & garden, N/p, n/s, cls to Vedder River, schools & shops, $1200. Avail immed. (604)846-1785

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TRANSPORTATION

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

Questions relating to the plan can also be answered by calling Michael B. Phelan, Manager of Finance 604-702-5002 or 1-800-528-0061.

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Bad Credit?

NO PROBLEM! ZERO-DOWN COOL DEALS! ‘08 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN

Stow & Go - 62,855 kms, A/C, P/W, P/L, MP3, CD stk#P4076A

$147*

bi-weekly...

’08 CHEV UPLANDER

Tilt, cruise, a/c, MP3, satellite radio, loaded, stk# P4100.

$110*

bi-weekly...

’07 JEEP WRANGER SAHARA UNLIMITED

’06 CHEV MALIBU

’09 DODGE JOURNEY

Low k’s, cruise, tilt, a/c. stk# 10-8405AA

Fully loaded, ready for road trip. stk# P3960A

$95.58*

$149*

bi-weekly...

bi-weekly...

’07 FORD F150 4X4

Lease returns. 2 to choose from. stk# P4087

$160*

$200*

bi-weekly...

3 TO CHOOSE FROM!

’07 TOYOTA CAMRY (HYBRID) Auto, 52,126 kms, many extras, stk# 10-0187A

4x4, hard top, fully loaded. stk#P4095

$200*

bi-weekly...

LEASE RETURNS

’09 SUZUKI SX4

Pwr windows/mirrors/locks, A/C, auto, 38,000 ks. stk#P4084

$98*

bi-weekly...

bi-weekly...

’08 BUICK ALLURE CX

’08 HYUNDAI ELANTRA

FRESH TRADE

’08 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA MP3, CD, a/c, cruise, tilt. stk# 10-0721A.

$210*

bi-weekly...

‘05 SUZUKI XL7 JLX 4X4

Sunroof, Heated Seats, Loaded, Low kms, stk#10-0841C. Call for details.

$110*

Low k’s, Power Windows, A/C. stk#3889

bi-weekly...

$155*

bi-weekly...

CD, a/c, cruise, tilt. stk# P4008

$108*

bi-weekly...

*CONSUMERS SHOULD READ THE FOLLOWING: 2007 Ford F-150 total purchase price $25,567.59 for a 72 month term at 8.75% oac. 2007 Toytota Camry total purchase price $19,618.15 for a 72 month term at 8.75% oac. 2009 Suzuki SX4 total purchase price $12,535.58 for a 72 month term at 6.89% oac. 2005 Suzuki XL-7 total purchase price $13,470.47 for a 72 month term at 9.75% oac. 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan total purchase price $17,826.15 for a 72 month term at 8.75% oac. 2007 Jeep Wrangler total purchase price $24,546.15 for a 72 month term at 8.75% oac. 2008 Buick Allure total purchase price $18,849.59 for a 72 month term at 8.75% oac. 2009 Dodge Journey total purchase price $19,034.56 for a 72 month term at 6.89% oac. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu total purchase price $11,230.47 for a 72 month term at 9.89% oac. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander total purchase price $13, 470.47 for a 72 month term at 8.75% oac. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara total purchase price $25,790 for a 72 month term at 8.75% oac. 2008 Hyundai Elantra total purchase price $13,135.59 for a 72 month term at 8.75% oac.

NO FURTHER PRICE REDUCTIONS! 2-11F S4

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SERVICE

FOR ON ALL SUZUKI VEHICLES, CALL CANDACE 1-866-793-0777 45510

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USED INVENTORY CLEARANCE

Shane O’Co nnor

ALLOYS ROOF RACK TUBE STEPS SUPER CLEAN

4X4 ONLY 40,000KM! STK#U10420

STK#U10442

$

$

22,990

27,990

LEATHER!

3.8 V6 4X4

STK#U10405

STK#U10379

$

21,840

$

19,990

ALLOY WHEELS FRONT BUG DEFLECTOR A/CONDITIONING LOW KILOMETERS STK#U10358A

5.7 L HEMI POWER GROUP ONLY 48,000KM STK#U10433

$

28,990

$

21,900

143 Point BCAA inspected used vehicles 2010 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LTD U10206 Auto, 4x4, Was $36,990 ...............$32,420 2010 DODGE JOURNEY SXT U10310

FWD, Was $24,990 ..........................

2010 DODGE CHARGER U10424

6 Cyl., Auto, Rear Wheel Drive .....

2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING U10425

Auto, Touring Suspension .............

2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE U10357

Auto, Was $19,990...........................

2009 DODGE NITRO U10321A 4 Wheel Drive, Auto .......................

$24,550 $19,990 $19,990 $18,240 $21,990

2009 DODGE CALIBER SXT U10263

4 cyl., FWD, Was $13,990 ...............

$11,650

2009 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER TOURING

2008 FORD FUSION

2006 NISSAN TITAN X-CAB

U10294

U10376

10278A

$10,878 2008 BOAT MONTEREY 21FS U10052 ...........................................................$26,420 2008 DODGE RAM 1500 U10418A ...........................................................$22,990 2008 KIA RIO5 10145A 4 cyl., Auto, Was $12,990 ...............$11,800 2008 FORD MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE U10297 Was $18,990 .....................................$17,850 2008 JEEP PATRIOT SPORT U10320 4 Wheel Drive, Was $18,990 ..........$17,940 2008 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY U10326 6 cyl., Auto, FWD, Leather .............$26,990 2008 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE U10006 Was $19,990 .....................................$16,920 Was $11,990 .....................................

$15,490 2008 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED 10113B 4 dr. ....................................................$25,420 2007 DODGE RAM 1500 U10419 ...........................................................$20,990 2007 DODGE CALIBER SXT U10181 Was $14,990 ........................................ $9,990 2007 CHRYSLER 300 U10231 6 cyl., Auto, Was $18,990 ...............$14,990 2007 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE GT U10205A Was $17,990.00 ................................$13,890 2006 HYUNDAI TUCSON 10381A ...........................................................$13,240 2006 DODGE RAM 1500 SRT10 U10151 Was $37,990.00 ................................$27,940 Alloy, Low KM’s ...............................

4 Wheel Drive, Was $24,990.00 .....

2006 DODGE DAKOTA U10421

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

$19,920 $18,990

2006 DODGE CARAVAN 10214A

Was $12,990.00 ...................................

2006 DODGE RAM 1500 4X4 U10333

Was $21,990.00 ................................

$9,840

$18,980

2005 CHRYSLER CROSSFIRE LIMITED U10196

Rear Wheel Drive, Was $18,990 ...

2004 FORD F-250 X-CAB 4X4 U10060A Was $26,990 .....................................

$14,240 $17,890

2002 CHEVROLET CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE U10209A Was $28,990 .....................................

$23,990

SHOP ONLINE! YOU CAN VIEW ALL OUR USED CARS FROM OUR WEBSITE!

SHOP FROM HOME: www.oconnorchrysler.com

DLN 5952 WWW.OCONNORCHRYSLER.COM

604-792-2754

45730 HOCKING AVENUE • CORNER OF HOCKING & YALE ROAD, CHILLIWACK

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