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Home gutted by fire Robert Freeman The Progress A house fire on Goldspring Place in Promontory Heights was apparently a fast and furious blaze, according to neighbours contacted by The Progress. “I didn’t see much,” neighbour Tammy Bouwman said. “I just heard the sirens and then came out and looked and saw the smoke. Bouwman said she was hardly out Continued: FIRE/ p10
Firefighters responded to this fully-involved house fire on Goldspring Place yesterday afternoon just after noon. One man was inside at the time of the fire, but managed to escape. Right: Tim Bumby comforts his wife, Julie, after their house went up in flames. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS
Rumours swirl around future of Chilliwack Bruins ■ See related story, page 8 Eric Welsh The Progress With the Chilliwack Bruins entering the stretch drive of the 2010-11 season, the junior hockey world is abuzz with speculation the team is playing its final games in Chilliwack. Rumours are furiously flying that the Bruins have been or will be sold to an ownership group with Victoria interests, and the team
will be relocated to the B.C. capital for the 2011-12 Western Hockey League season. Contacted by the Chilliwack Progress on Wednesday, Chilliwack Bruins co-owner Darryl Porter said, unequivocally, that the team has not been sold, but he didn’t go very far in ruling out the possibility. “If you think back over the entire five years and how our ownership group has behaved, there’s been all sorts of interest from people
in terms of offers and inquiries,” Porter said. “And we just don’t discuss those publicly and we’re not prepared to discuss publicly the conversations that may or may not be going on right now.” Porter stressed that he doesn’t want that to be interpreted as evasiveness. “We can’t keep up with all the rumours that we’ve been hearing over the last few weeks. I bet we’ve had at least 50 expressions of strong interest in our team over the last five years, and we’ve never discussed them in the newspapers,”
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Porter explained. “I just got off the phone with a friend in Chilliwack who said he’s heard rumours that we’re moving to Nanaimo. Last week it was us going to Langley and Langley (junior A Chiefs) coming to Chilliwack. I can’t chase these things, and what we’re saying is we’re not going to play this out in the newspapers. We never have.” The last time these Chilliwackto-Victoria rumours intensified, the Bruins ownership group was more proactive in refuting them and re-assuring the local fanbase.
When asked by The Progress whether the team would be playing in Chilliwack in 2011-12, the answer wasn’t exactly a resounding yes. “I would be very surprised if the Western Hockey League isn’t playing hockey in Chilliwack,” Porter replied. It’s no secret that Victoria has been seeking a WHL team for a long time, led by Salmon Kings (ECHL) owner Graham Lee. It’s also no secret that the WHL would like to get into Victoria Continued: BRUINS/ p9
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Temporary emergency shelter quietly leaves town Jennifer Feinberg The Progress The modified shipping container used briefly to house the homeless in Chilliwack was removed before the cold snap hit. It left town quietly, and without any of the fanfare with which it arrived. The Temporary Homeless Relief Shelter, which had been on loan to the Chilliwack Salvation Army, is no longer parked behind the Care and Share Centre on Yale Road, confirmed Salvation Army official Ian Pratt.
“I can’t talk about the details, as per the instruction of our lawyers,” Pratt told The Progress. “All I can say is that we were directed to remove the unit from our property by our superiors, in conjunction with our funding agency.” It was donated to the Sally Ann by a Langley businessman and was set up in Chilliwack in January to take the pressure off their small emergency homeless shelter space. City bylaw enforcement officials gave the unit the thumbs’ up for safety after a tour in mid-January. Then, suddenly, it was hitched
up and trucked away about a week before the cold snap hit in February. Officials with the manufacturing company in Langley, EconoPro, which built the shelter, were perplexed by the sudden pull-out directive they were given by the Sally Ann. “They said they had some issues and we had to remove it,” said Richard Rotteveel of EconoPro. “I do not know why.” They’re still working to get some answers in order to move forward with the unique philanthropic project.
“We’ll adjust something if we have to. But as it stands we’re not making any progress,” he said. The converted container came with eight individual rooms that could accommodate a total of 16. It was heated, insulated, and came with LED lighting, storage space and tons of safety features. The only obstacle has been the red tape they’ve faced wherever they try to set up the shelter. For some unknown reason none of the communities has been able to give them the green light for it to operate on a semi-permanent or permanent basis.
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“We’re even willing to adjust certain aspects,” said Rotteveel. The shelter is the brainchild of Rob Reid, owner of Shadow Lines Transportation Group, who spent $100,000 customizing the temporary shelter. He came up with the idea to accomplish something concrete to help the growing number of homeless in the Lower Mainland, but has been stymied by bureaucracies ever since. “We’re open to bringing and deploying it in whatever community can use it,” Rotteveel said. jfeinberg@theprogress.com
Police appeal for info on silver theft
Mike Bolt, keeper of the cup for the Hockey Hall of Fame, picks up the Stanley Cup to reposition it for a photo op at the Vedder Scotiabank on Saturday. More than 900 people lined up outside the bank — the first fans were there at 7:45 a.m. — for a chance to see and touch the cup. A total of 40 volunteers came together to help out with the event and everyone who lined up got a free photo e-mailed to them of themselves with the cup. Before arriving in Chilliwack, the cup was in Whistler, and next weekend it’s off to Saskatchewan. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS
Chilliwack RCMP want to replace silver bars with steel bars for the perpetrators of a “blockbuster heist” of more than half a ton in silver ingots from a Chilliwack home last month. “The theft of $750,000 in silver is not something typically seen outside of a Hollywood action movie,” RCMP Const. Bryan Martell says in a news release. “The sheer quantity of the theft, and the daytime home invasion makes this offence unique and concerning,” he said. The Chilliwack RCMP believe there are people in the community who have information about the crime, and they are urging them to call investigators at 604-792-4611 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. “Chilliwack is our community, and although these criminals may think they can pull off a blockbuster heist, we are eager to return these silver bars to their owner, and put the offenders behind solid steel bars,” Martell said. Two males dressed in uniforms entered the house on Imperial Street at about 1:40 p.m. on Feb. 9, roughed up the occupant, and made off with about 1,400 lbs. of silver bars. The two suspects were described as white males in their early 30s, with medium builds, dark hair and facial hair.
Spate of residential break-ins spark RCMP warning release. She said thieves have been “regularly breaking into homes during the daytime hours” and the RCMP is reminding homeowners there are some simple prevention measures they can take when they leave for the day or for a long trip. ■ don’t leave messages on
your door or mailbox or answering machine; ■ call a trusted neighbour to collect your mail and newspapers and keep up your yard; ■ give a neighbour a phone number where you can be reached; ■ if no neighbour is available, install timers on several
lights to give the appearance someone is home; ■ lock all windows and doors, use a broomstick or dowel to secure sliding doors; ■ inscribe valuables with your driver’s licence number; ■ keep jewelry and other valuables in a safe; ■ consider getting a dog;
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rain,” said David Phillips, senior climatologist with Environment Canada. “In Iqaluit, their New Year’s celebration is usually fireworks on the ice. This year it was on a barge in open water. Their snowmobile parade was cancelled because of balmy conditions. It was just so weird, so upside down and beyond being a novelty. It was serious for the people in terms of hunting and fishing and the threats to their safety (from unstable ice).” And there are ominous warning signs in those mild Arctic conditions. “There’s a real big scratchyour-head in the scientific circle going on in terms of this extreme, strange weather,” explained Phillips. “Scientists are wondering if it’s because of vanishing Arctic ice. All this strange weather seems to be traced back to that.”
He explained that Arctic ice is one of the major climate controls. The ice is the world’s refrigerator, keeping the whole global system in balance. It’s a major force but with the ice melting and the prospect of the north becoming ice-free, ocean patterns will profoundly change. “(Climate change) naysayers may ask what happened to global warming,” said Phillips. “We’re seeing more snow, ice, cold. But more winter y conditions may be because of climate change and the opening Arctic. During the Ice Age we had glaciers that covered most of Canada and it was when the Arctic was open. The climate-ocean system is very complex.” Not only is the annual ice disappearing but the thick multi-year ice is thinning and breaking. One statistic shows that multi-
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The last ‘Shekinah’ Katie Bartel The Progress Shekinah’s tour in Chilliwack is coming to a close. After more than 11 years, Saturday marked the last Shekinah. “It’s time for us to branch out,” said Charlene Stinson, director of communications for Hungry For Life International which was started because of Shekinah. Shekinah is a monthly inter-denominational musical worship that preyed on compassion. It was started as a way for church goers to come together to help eradicate worldwide poverty. But it wasn’t just another church service where the congregation sat and listened to the minister preach. Rather, it was an action service that involved high-energy music, a short devotional thought, and a recap of the most recent Hungry For Life projects. “It was more about living your faith than just sitting in a church every Sunday,” said Stinson. Over the years it’s attracted up to 600 loyal attendees from as many as 51 different denominations, but in the last two years the numbers have dwindled, now averaging between 100 and 200 regulars. And while Stinson said it’s never been about the numbers, the writing was on the wall. Many have become more engaged in their own churches. They no longer feel the need for Shekinah. When the service first began, the community was hungry to help, it wanted to put its faith to use, but many didn’t know how. Shekinah, and later
Hungry For Life, acted as the broker for overseas projects, including building schools, digging clean water wells, shipping containers of food, implementing medical services, etc. “And over time, more and more churches in Chilliwack have become more and more engaged in great projects around the world,” said Stinson. But for more than a decade, Shekinah has been a strictly local event. Hungry For Life now wants to reach beyond Chilliwack’s borders. “We think we’re leaving an awesome legacy here,” said Stinson. “But we need to broaden our scope and increase our profile in different places so we can help more and more groups ... we want to use our music and our gift to power up the ability to engage more hearts and more people.” The Shekinah band just finished recording its first album of original music, which will be released at the end of May. The album – What You Do With What You Know (available at www. whatyoudowithwhatyouknow.com) – will be part of a CD/DVD awareness campaign to get the word out about Hungry For Life and inform people and groups across Canada of how they too can get involved. All proceeds go to Hungry For Life projects. “I know some people are going to feel a loss,” with the end of Shekinah, “but this is the beginning of something that’s going to be able to do more,” said Stinson. For information, visit the Hungry For Life website at www.hungryforlife.org.
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Community Nominees sought for Urquhart award Do you know an individual or a group who have made an extraordinary contribution to the community? Consider nominating them for the Betty Urquhart annual community service award. Betty Urquhart was one of the first employees of Fraser Valley College (now UFV) and believed strongly in community outreach. While Betty passed away in 1995, UFV keeps her memory alive by honouring a person or group who exemplifies her commitment to community. Last year, the members of the Yarrow Volunteer Society were recognized for their many years of service to Yarrow both in organizing events to fund the Yarrow Community Hall and by promoting community spirit. Whether is it organizing a community event like Yarrow Days, holding a bingo or plant sale,
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Elsie Goerzen for the Sardis Doorway program she founded as a drop-in for single mothers, and Harrison’s Ruth Altendorf for her community work with a senior’s hiking club and music group. It’s an “unsung hero” award, and every year the publicity surrounding it raises community awareness about initiatives that make the Fraser Valley a better place to live and work. If you’d like to nominate someone for the Betty Urquhart community service award, review the criteria and download a nomination form at http://www.ufv.ca/ Board/Betty_Urquhart_award. htm, or contact Lori Ann Waites at 1-888-504-7441 (local 4521) or by email at loriann.waites@ufv. ca . The deadline for this year’s nominations is Friday, March 18.
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Private schools offer kindergarten choice Katie Bartel The Progress If Highroad Academy didn’t offer parttime kindergarten next year, Emy Rodgers would likely be keeping her daughter home another year. Rodgers’ daughter Preslie will still be four when she starts kindergarten in September as her birthday isn’t until December. “I’d probably hold her back so she didn’t struggle,” said Rodgers, who has another daughter already in kindergarten this year. “Right now [Preslie’s] going to preschool five hours a week and she’s tired from that. For me to expect her to go [35] hours a week to school, I think that’s crazy.” While public schools will be rolling out full-day kindergarten for all five-year-olds in September, independent schools have been given a reprieve. Earlier this year, independent schools were notified by the B.C. Education Ministry that they could continue providing parttime kindergarten (60 per cent) as well as full-time as a way of giving parents more choice. Alynne Shinness, development coordinator at Highroad Academy, believes the
ministry’s change of mind was the result of an overwhelming outcry from private school parents. “Initially [the ministry] was saying if parents chose part-time kindergarten, it would not be funded and they’d have to pay for it themselves,” said Shinness. “But there were a lot of families who did not want full-time kindergarten.” In 2009-10, the education ministry provided $250 million to independent schools in B.C., of which $6.1 million went towards the 1,823 students attending the 10 such schools in Chilliwack. All independent schools in Chilliwack receive 50 per cent of the $6,740 per pupil funding that’s provided to public schools. (Ministry funding for independent schools is divided into four categories, depending on curriculum and teacher certification.) Schools will receive a quarter of the per pupil funding for students enrolled in parttime kindergarten. In an email statement to The Progress, Education Minister Margaret MacDiarmid noted that while the government is still committed to the implementation of full-day kindergarten for all five-year-olds, it recognizes that not all parents feel their children are ready for a full day of kindergarten.
“In response to parents and the Federation of Independent Schools (FISA) we are providing funding for both half- and full-day kindergarten at independent schools,” said MacDiarmid. “We recognize that independent schools are distinct from the public school system and offer a different choice.” Some parents expressed concerns their children were too young, too small, and not developed enough to be put into a full-time classroom setting. “There’s still huge development differences between children of that age,” said Shinness. “They’re still acquiring languages, they don’t know their left hand from their right, they’re learning to run, grasp a pencil, those kinds of things.” Some parents were also concerned their children wouldn’t be socialized enough in the classroom as they are at home with their parents, younger siblings, and various play dates. Sylvia Lengkeek, a mother of four, whose youngest son will be going into kindergarten next year, wanted more time with her “baby.” “He’s just a little guy, I think he may be tired quicker, and I think he would be quite exhausted going five days in a row,”
said Lengkeek, whose son will be going to Highroad Academy in September for three full days a week instead of five. “I wanted to give him an extra year of just playing and enjoying being little for a little bit longer.” The Ministry of Education argues fullday kindergarten provides a range of benefits to young learners, including improved reading and numeracy, smoother transitions to Grade 1 and increased post-secondary graduation rates. Still, Rodgers isn’t convinced it’s the best option. “I’ve spoken to other moms with children in Grade 1 and their kids are still having a hard time adjusting,” said Rodgers. “I can’t understand why a parent would want to do full-time over part-time. Kindergarten to me is to slowly prepare children for school, not just throw them in. Full-time kindergarten is such a big day and it’s exhausting. “I’m not diminishing kindergarten, my daughter who’s in it now, she does learn,” said Rodgers. “But they are still having nap time and that alone shows me that full-day is too much for them.” kbartel@theprogress.com
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Natural Fencing Options for the Yard A backyard can be a sanctuary for some people. It’s a place to which individuals can retreat, offering an extension of living space in the great outdoors. Chances are, a homeowner prefers to have his or her yard fenced in to maintain privacy. But homeowners aren’t always fond of traditional fencing materials. A natural fence can be an option that offers a bounty of benefits. The purpose of a fence is to keep things in or out. Fences are often erected to serve as a barrier between properties and offer privacy. To achieve these goals, a homeowner doesn’t necessarily have to construct a wooden, plastic or wire fence. Many plants can serve as natural fencing options and be very attractive to look at.
Grasses: Consider the fast-growing bamboo. It is one of the fastest-growing plants on the planet. Some varieties may grow as much as 50 inches per day! This tall, dense grass can be an inexpensive fencing option that quickly fills in on the perimeter of the yard. Just be sure to take inventory of the bamboo because it can spread quickly. Trees: How about planting trees on the property? Evergreen trees, like Leyland Cyprus, may grow quickly. The dense foliage will quickly fill in and can create an attractive border around the house. But evergreens aren't the only options. Deciduous trees can also be planted. The thick leaves will form a privacy screen and in the winter the leaves will drop and let light into the landscape. Shrubs: Much in the same way that evergreen trees can offer privacy on a larger scale, so can shrubs. There are scores of different shrubs that can be as dense or thin as a homeowner desires. Rose bushes can look very attractive and serve as a deterrent to animals and people trying to
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Restore Your Property Once Winter Weather Is Gone ready to begin, it's time to remove remnants from last season. This includes removing any dead plants as well as last year's mulch. If new mulch is simply thrown on top of old, plants could suffocate. Dead leaves also tend to gather during the winter, often up against fences or a home's exterior walls. Rake up these dead leaves and add them to the season's compost.
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• Aerate the yard to revive the soil. Soil often becomes compacted as spring becomes summer and summer becomes fall. This is especially true of yards that are heavily used, be it by kids playing outdoors or families who love to host warm weather gatherings in the yard. Aerating in the spring removes plugs of sod from the soil, loosening it up and making it easier for air and water to reach the roots.
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• Get rid of thatch. Thatch can be soil's worst enemy, preventing its access to the sunlight, air and moisture it needs to make the lawn look beautiful and healthy. Thatch removal can be tiresome, but visit the local hardware store and pick up a dethatching rake to make the job a little easier. Thatch removal isn't always necessary every spring. Many homeowners have found removing thatch every other year is effective enough.
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Understanding attachment This week we continue in our series on Dr. Bruce Perry’s work, informing us on the impact of childhood trauma and maltreatment on the developing brain and how that impact plays out in later life. Essentially, echoes from the past – a line from Dr. Perry that I introduced in my last article. Today’s article will focus on attachment and its role in brain functioning and future relationships. Attachment can be defined as a special enduring form of emotional relationship with a specific person that involves soothing, comfort, and pleasure which also brings security and safety to the child within the context of it. According to Dr. Perry, the capacity and desire to form emotional relationships is related to the organization and functioning of specific parts of the human brain. Therefore, experiences during this early vulnerable period of life become critical to shaping the capacity to create future intimate and healthy relationships. In order to be successful, these experiences need to have the following qualities demonstrated from caregiver to infant: Present, Attuned, Responsive, and Attentive, as well as a host of others. These qualities, which are hopefully possessed by a caregiver and then mimed to us, supply us with attachment capabilities which are formed in infancy and early childhood and then taken into adolescent and adulthood.
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Chilliwack Triathlon Club AGM Meeting March 9th 630 p.m. at Chilliwack Library. Come find out what is up for 2011 season. Interested in the Triathlon Clinic? Come meet the coaches! Interested in triathlons? Come meet everyone else! www.chilliwacktriclub.ca Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 4 9350 Mary Street will be having a St. Patrick’s Day celebration on Thursday March 17th. 2:30- 5:30 p.m. Karaoke with Gloria – lots of games and goodies. Come out and join the fun The next meeting for the Fraser Valley
Autism Society will be held Tuesday, March 8 from 7 to 9 p.m. Topic will be Taxes presented by Donald Davis, C.A.. Meeting will take place in Abbotsford this month at the Fraser Valley Child Development Centre, 2nd floor, 32885 Ventura Avenue, Abbotsford. For a map, please go to www.fraservalleyautism.com and select the meetings tab. BC Government Retired Employees Association is holding its March luncheon meeting on the 15th at Canton Gardens. Our highlighted speakers expected to be from the Chilliwack Senior Resource Society. New members always welcome. Come and enjoy a Sing-Along program of traditional Christian music accompanied by the Songs of Praise Orchestra. Also special vocal and instrumental presentations. To be held on Sunday,
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Eric J. Welsh, The Progress The Chilliwack Bruins have gone from the team everyone wanted to face to the team no one wants to face, all in the span of a week. The Bruins wrapped up a threewins-in-three-nights weekend Sunday night, pulling off an improbable 6-2 upset over the mighty Portland Winter Hawks to nab their sixth win in seven outings. Chilliwack shut out the Rockets 1-0 in Kelowna Friday, and downed Kamloops 4-1 at home Saturday night. Getting back to .500 for the first time since early January, the Bruins (30-30-2-3) solidified their hold on a playoff position and moved into sixth place in the wild Western conference, tied with Everett and three points clear of Kamloops and Prince George. Suddenly, they are starting to resemble the team everyone thought they could be, the team on the rise that earned honourable mention in the pre-season national rankings. Mirage or reality? “Early in the year we were a team trying to find an identity, and we struggled trying to find consistency,” said Chilliwack captain Brandon Manning. “When the top team in the league comes in, it’s pretty easy to get up for that game. But winning four in a row, we’re starting to come together as a group, and it’s the perfect time of year for that.” Manning was at his best in the first period, scoring twice to stake his Bruins to a 2-1 lead through 20 minutes.
HEAD-TO-HEAD The Bruins are 9-34-2-1 all-time against their B.C. division arch-rivals, with a record of 5-16-1-1 withing the friendly confines of Prospera Centre.
LAST MEETING These two teams played a home and home the last weekend of February. The Bruins travelled to Vancouver Feb. 25, twice overcoming two-goal deficits to skate away with a 6-4 win. Ryan Howse had two goals and an assist in the win, with Lucas Gore stopping 30 of 34 shots in net. Vancouver’s Brendan Gallagher had two goals in the Feb. 26 rematch, won 5-1 by the Giants. Brandon Mannng scored for Chilliwack.
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He broke the ice at 6:20, scoring on a Chilliwack power play. With six seconds left in a Brendan Leipsic interference minor, Manning took a crossice pass from point partner Tyler Stahl, launching a shot from the blueline. With Jamie Crooks and Brandon Magee setting the screen, Portland keeper Keith Hamilton didn’t see the puck till it was in the net, with Manning recording his 18th of the year. The Philadelphia Flyers prospect struck again five minutes later on another point-shot missile. Hamilton saw this one all the way and got a piece of it, but not enough to stop it from flopping over his left shoulder and into the net. Everything looked great until the final minute of the period when Portland cut the Chilliwack lead in half. With Tyler Stahl
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in the box for roughWith 6:22 remaining ing, Leipsic camped in period two, Toronto in the blue paint and Maple Leafs prospect got his stick on a Brad Ross bulled his Derrick Pouliot point way to the Chilliwack shot, deflecting it past net, drawing Gore Bruins netminder out of position. With Lucas Gore for his 15th no shooting option of the year. available, the hulkThe good guys car- ing winger left a drop ried their strong play pass for New York into the middle frame, Islanders prospect and restored the two Nino Niederreiter, who goal lead four minutes had an unguarded net and 14 seconds in on to shoot at for his teama strike by T.C. leading 36th of Cratsenberg. the year. Cratsenberg The Bruins and his fourthstarted period line mates, three on the Mike Forsyth power play, with and Brendan Ross ser ving Persley, did two minutes for some great inter ference. work deep in the Again, it was Brandon Portland end. Manning pulling C r a t s e n b e r g MANNING the trigger on camped his the man advanbig frame in front of tage. The captain hit the Winter Hawk net the 20 goal mark with a and finished off a wrister from the point, bang-bang feed from recording the first hatForsyth for his fourth trick by a defenceman of the year. in franchise history. But the explosive The Prince George Portland offence had native closed to withan answer. in two goals of Nick
Holden’s single-season record for goals in a season by a blueliner. Holden had 22 for Chilliwack during the 2007-08 season. “It’s pretty nice to be mentioned alongside Nick, with what he did for the organization here and what he’s doing now in Syracuse (American Hockey League),” Manning said. “He was great to me on and off the ice, and it’s great being compared to him.” Money in the bank with third period leads this season, the Bruins were lethally efficient shutting down the Winter Hawks. Por tland helped Chilliwack’s cause with a parade of third period penalties. The Bruins had six minutes of uninterrupted power play time, including a pair of short five-onthrees. Por tland’s best chance came on a Brad Ross breakaway. Gore made the stop on the
Ross backhander, but was down and out as Ryan Johansen collected the rebound. Staring down a wide open net, the Columbus Blue Jackets first rounder rang his shot off the right goal post, leaving everyone in the building to wonder how he missed. Jamie Crooks put the game away with 3:48 remaining, cutting across the goal-mouth to score his 17th of the year. Howse added his league-leading 48th of the season with 1:41 remaining. And now talk has suddenly switched from ‘will they make the playoffs?’ to ‘who will they play?’ “Junior hockey’s weird like that and anything can happen,” Manning said of the sudden turnaround. “Injuries set us back, but we’ve got just about everyone back and everything’s starting to click as the right time.”
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Chilliwack Bruins netminder Lucas Gore is the WHL nominee for the CHL Goaltender of the Week Award. Gore posted a 4-0-0-0 record this past week with one shut-out, stopping 120 of 124 shots faced for a 1.00 goalsagainst average and a 0.968 save percentage. The Kamloops native led the Bruins to wins over Lethbridge, Kelowna, Kamloops and the Portland Winter Hawks.
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NHL PROSPECTS SPENCER BENNETT - F Drafted by the Calgary Flames in the fifth round (141st ova) of the 2009 National Hockey League entry draft. BRENDAN GALLAGHER - F Drafted by the Montreal Canadiens in the fifth round (147th ova) of the 2010 NHL entry draft. DAVID MUSIL - D Listed 26th among North American skaters in the Central Scouting Bureau mid-term rankings. MAREK TVRDON - F Listed 142nd among North American skaters in the Central Scouting Bureau mid-term rankings. NEIL MANNING - D Offered a free agent invite to prospects camp by the National Hockey League’s Philadelphia Flyers. JAMES HENRY - F Offered a free agent invite to prospects camp by the National Hockey League’s Vancouver Canucks.
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Dan Kinvig, Black Press The University of the Fraser Valley women’s basketball team was hoping their first trip to the Canada West Final Four would play out like the movie Hoosiers. In the end, their weekend adventure more closely resembled Planes, Trains and Automobiles. To say the Cascades’ journey was a disaster would be putting it mildly. In a perfect world, they would have caught their scheduled 5 p.m. flight out of Abbotsford last Thursday and landed in Saskatoon at 9:30 p.m. local time. But mechanical difficulties with the plane
delayed takeoff by three hours, which caused the team to miss a connecting flight out of Calgary. Since there were no more flights to Saskatoon that evening, the team flew to Regina and took cabs north to Saskatoon. Of course, the cab ride was delayed by nearly an hour after the airline temporarily misplaced the Cascades’ luggage. When it was all said and done, Al Tuchscherer’s squad checked into their hotel at 4 a.m. – just hours before their scheduled shoot-around. “It was crazy,” Tuchscherer, the Cascades’ head coach, said with a wry chuckle. “We’re passing signs for all these small towns I’ve never heard of, and I’m like, ‘Where am I?’ It was four in the morning! And we were playing the No. 1 team in the country that night.” The travel travails further stacked the deck against the underdog Cascades, who fell 88-59 to the host
Saskatchewan Huskies in Friday’s semifinal and 77-64 to the Alberta Pandas in the bronze medal game. The UFV women are still alive in the hunt for a national championship berth, as they travel to Fredricton, NB for the CIS East Regional this weekend. They take on the Toronto Varsity Blues in the semis on Friday, with the victor moving on to face the New Br unswick-Wester n Ontario winner on Saturday. One team will earn a trip to nationals. “It’s a pretty tough regional,” Tuchscherer said. “But I think we’re ready. We’re battle-tested now. “We play the top teams in the country in our own conference night after night, so it’s not like we’ll go out there and find someone who’s significantly better than our Canada West opponents.” Chilliwack’s Sarah Wierks led the team in rebounds in Friday and Saturday night’s games.
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Volleyball title for UC grad Mariah Bruinsma, a Unity Christian graduate in 2009, captured a CIS volleyball national championship this past weekend as a member of the UBC Thunderbirds. UBC won in Quebec City, defeating host Laval University in the final in straight sets (2516, 25-18, 25-14). As a sophomore, Bruinsma jumped into
the starting middle position two weeks ago after an injury to starter Jessica Vonschilling. “As a school community, we are all very excited for Mariah,” said Unity Christian vice principal Mike Campbell. “She was a natural leader at our school, not only in sport. She built many friendships with her peers of
all ages at Unity, and many younger students and teachers were watching the final on the weekend streamed from their computers.” In her high school days, Bruinsma was the captain of both the UC volleyball and basketball teams, helping lead her basketball team to a silver medal in the 2009 1A provincials.
Kingston Castle, 18 months, checks out the Stanley Cup with dad, Mike, at the Vedder Scotiabank on Saturday afternoon. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS
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Top rookie nets OT winner Chilliwack native Josh Hansen is the 2010-11 Langley Chiefs rookie of the year. The junior A squad released their year-end awards in late February, with Hansen taking home the Kurt Alberts Award. The 18-year-old forward played 55 games for the Chiefs this year, tallying nine goals, 16 points and 26 penalty minutes. Hansen was one of five freshmen to see time with the Chiefs
this season, along with Mike Tebbutt, Kit Sitterley, Austin Plevy and Mason Blacklock. And Hansen’s season is getting even better over the last week. He scored 9:37 into overtime last Tuesday, giving his Chiefs a 6-5 win and series sweep of the Alberni Valley Bulldogs in the first round of the BCHL playoffs. On the forecheck, Tebbutt and Kody Dhaliwal forced a turnover. Hansen jumped on
the loose puck, came out of the corner and beat Bulldogs goaltender Frank Slubowski with a top-shelf backhander. Langley now faces a familiar foe in the second round, the Surrey Eagles, who swept the Coquitlam Express. Head-to-head, Surrey won six games of the nine games, with two of those victories coming in overtime. However, the teams have not faced off in six weeks.
Chilliwack Minor Football Association coach Laurie Smith was awarded the Community Coach of the Year award at the Orange Helmet Awards banquet, held Friday at the Vancouver Convention Centre. The Orange Helmet Awards are an annual event hosted by the
Canadian Football League’s B.C. Lions, celebrating community and high school football in B.C. Coaches at each level of community and scholastic football are recognized for championships and awards are given to the scholastic and community coaches of the year. Smith was the helmsman for the 2010 B.C. Community Football Association peewee provincial champion Chilliwack Giants. “I’m obviously deeply honored to be recognized for something our entire team accomplished. But the real credit goes to the kids
and an outrageously good coaching staff that includes Andy Uzick, Mike Derksen, John Breslin, David Janzen, Kris Lengert and Dave McCracken, Smith noted. “The fact that our kids exercised overt sportsmanship and came together as a true team are the things I’m most proud about.” Smith’s Giants, the first peewee team in Chilliwack history to win a provincial championship, enjoyed a dream season that included a trip to Nebraska and opportunities to play at Empire Field during half-time of a B.C. Lions game.
They also appeared prior to a Seattle Seahawks game at Qwest Field, where the players were the flag bearers in the pregame national anthem ceremony. This is the second time a CMFA coach has received an award, the first coming last year when Suresh Parray was recognized for the 2009 BCCFA midget provincial championship. All proceeds raised by the Orange Helmet Awards go to minor football in the province. Get minor football info online at www. chilliwackgiants.com.
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SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER As part of the Senior Management Team successful applicants will lead & direct the overall performance of the supply chain team. You will have knowledge in direct sourcing & will lead your team in the sourcing & acquisition of quality raw materials & products. Supporting the product development team, you will build & maintain strong partners with all suppliers. Applicants will have 4+ yrs of exp in: Strategic sourcing, Procurement Transformation, Supplier Relationship, Management, 2+yrs mgmt exp in Manufacturing environment, CPAC/APICS Certification, Post Secondary degree required. Ability to communicate effectively at any level and a proven ability to build, manage and foster a team oriented environment. Apply online @ www.tycrop.com
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WE ARE LOOKING for a P/T energetic person with cash exp. avail. evenings until 11:00pm and weekends anytime. Please bring your resume to Garrison Liquor Store to apply, Chilliwack
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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES Cookies Grill
is looking for an experienced short order/breakfast cook able to work quickly and efficiently in a very fast paced kitchen. Must be able to multitask and take direction, approx. 24 hrs/wk early morning/daytime. $10/start, benefits plan after probation period. Email resume to cookiesgrill@hotmail.com. No drop-ins please. GAS Enterprises Inc. o/a Tim Hortons 6640 Vedder Road Chilliwack BC Food Counter Attendant Full Time/Shift Work/Nights/ Over Nights/Early Mornings/ Evenings/Weekends. $10.31 per hour + Benefits Apply in store or by email: g.a.s.jobs@hotmail.ca GKS Enterprises Inc. o/a Tim Hortons & ColdStone 7670 Vedder Road Chilliwack BC Food Counter Attendant Full Time/Shift Work/Nights/ Over Nights/Early Mornings/ Evenings/Weekends. $10.31 per hour + Benefits Apply in store or by email: gksjobs@hotmail.com
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MEDICAL/DENTAL
R.N. Required Cheam Village, a complex care facility located in Agassiz, just 15 mins. east of Chilliwack has a permanent part time position working in the Convalescent Care Program. Days and evenings only. The RN provides leadership to the healthcare team where the focus is on the functional improvement of the older adult. Please fax your resume to 604.796.3844 or email mgregoire@cheamvillage.ca
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
F/T position available for heavy duty mechanic to maintain fleet of street sweepers. Hydraulic and welding experience preferred. Must have valid drivers license and own tools. Please email resume to: jobs@atlasg.net or fax to 604-294-5988.
JOURNEYMAN MAZAK CNC MACHINIST Live, Work and Play in the Sunny Shuswap. Mazak exp. is an asset ( Mills and Lathes).
Fax: (1) 250-832-8950 Apply on-line at: www.accessprecision.com
Abbotsford Certified Commercial Transport MECHANICS wanted. Must have Current Cat & Cummins ISX training & experience, CVIP. Class 3 an asset. Apply by resume to: Peterbilt Pacific 1001 Coutts Way, Abbotsford, BC V2S 7M2 or bvandermeer@peterbilt.bc.ca Wholesale nursery in Abbotsford requires office staff with at least 3 years experience running a small business office. Excellent English, computer, organizational and communicational skills essential. Knowledge of horticulture and Simply Accounting an asset. Email exemplarhort@shaw.ca or fax 604-856-7241. CLASS ADS WORK! CALL 1-866-575-5777
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SHOWER DOOR INSTALLERS BC’s Leading Glass & Shower Door Company Rahul Glass Ltd. is looking for experienced FullTime Shower Door, Mirror and Shelves installers, Wood Closet Organizer Installers and Glass Cutters. Positions available in the Lower Mainland area. Very exciting packages will be offered according to previous experience. Contact 604-710-1581. Candidates can also fax their resume at 604-592-2690.
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RELIABLE, well-organized early retired banker looking for work, 2-3 full days/week. No wknds. Interior decorating, gardening or office/receptionist work. Janice, (604)7957570 or janice_wall@telus.net Semi-retired heavy equipment operator, 40 yrs exp, proficient with most machines available for work. Call Terry, (604)793-9069/789-8863
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SALESPERSON required for Langley Company. Blueprint reading & experience in overhead door sales would be an asset. Fax resume to: 604-888-8828.
SECURITY OFFICER TRAINING B.S.T. classes in Abby. Job placement. 604-859-8860 www.brissonsecurity.com
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SHOP FOREMAN/Lead hand required for heavy-duty truck and trailer repair shop. Journeyman and CVIP experience preferred. Send resume to 780-452-3499 or service@northwestspring.com
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CUMMINS ISX ENGINE MECHANIC wanted for Langley Fleet Shop. P/T, F/T or weekend work. Fax resume to: 604-513-8004 or email: tridem@telus.net
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✞ Obituaries GREEN Joseph Robert
(Sept. 2, 1928 – Feb. 21, 2011) Joseph Robert (Bob) Green passed away on February 21 after a valiant fight against cancer. He will be deeply missed by his wife of 55 years, Ayleen; daughter Judy Simmill (Jim), son Lyle Green (Heather) and grandchildren Mindy (Matt), Melissa, Lindsey and Jordan, brother Donnie (Ilene), and sister Barbara (Ken). Bob was predeceased by his brothers James, Douglas, and sister Marilyn. Bob transferred to Chilliwack in 1972 from Bancroft, Ontario while working for Canada Packers. He had a deep appreciation and respect for all living things. His “girls” (chickens, geese and ducks) were a large part of his life. It was a joy to watch his face light up when there were animals or babies around. Bob will lovingly missed and always be remembered for his devotion to his family, quiet strength, sense of humour, and that sideways glance that meant he was up to something. He taught us all how to respect and love with few words. A Memorial Service will be held at Henderson’s Funeral Home, 45901 Victoria Avenue, Chilliwack on Friday, March 11 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bob’s memory to the BC Cancer Society or Diabetes Association. We’ll miss you, Pops! Henderson’s Funeral Homes & Crematorium Ltd. 45901 Victoria Avenue, Chilliwack, British Columbia (604) 792.1344
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(1928 - 2011) Our Dad, Jan Kampman passed away suddenly March3, 2011 at the age of 82 in Abbots- KAMPMAN ford. He was born September 10, 1928 in Vroomshoop,The Netherlands. Jan was predeceased by his wife Aly Kampman, his parents Albert and Hendrikje Kampman and by his brother Hank Kampman. He leaves behind his family, Albert (Dianne), Alma (Jim) Kloot, John Paul (Rhonda), Harriet (Todd) Van Heest and Lois (Dan) Friesen; 19 grandchildren, Travis, Logan, Danica, Faith, Brandon (Cindy), Jordan (Amy), Cody, Chad, Cayden, Daniel, Gabrielle, Landon, Lucas, Brandt, Jared, Caleb, Micah, Aly and Taylor and his great grandson, Madden. He also leaves behind 9 siblings and their families. Dad immigrated in 1950 from Holland to Alberta and soon after to Abbotsford to begin his career at Abbotsford Christian School as a teacher/ principal. He was a true pioneer for Christian Education and a man of strong Christian values. He lived his faith out daily and will be missed very much by his family. His family would like to thank the staff at Hallmark on the Park for their love and care for Dad. Visitation will be held from 7:00 to 9:00 pm, Wednesday, March 9, 2011 at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 2310 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford with the Memorial Service at 1:00 pm, Thursday, March 10, 2011 at the New Life Christian Reformed Church, 35270 Delair Rd., Abbotsford.
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(Aug. 3, 1941 - Mar. 2, 2011) B r u c e Kloosterman died peacefully in his sleep at home in Chilliwack on March 2, 2011. KLOOSTERMAN He is survived by his loving wife Judith, his children, Mark, Greg, Karen, Laura, Maria, Derek, and 30 grandchildren. In thankfulness to God, who plans & guides all things perfectly. We wish to express our deep gratitude for all the support, love, care & prayers that we have experienced. He will be greatly missed. The funeral service was held on March 6, and he was laid to rest in Vedder View Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Brunstad Christian Church Vancouver (Unit 6 – 8465 Harvard Pl, Chilliwack, BC, V2P 7Z5).
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REFORMED CHILLIWACK
FREE REFORMED CHURCH 45471 Yale Road (by BC Access Center)
Sunday Services at 9:30 am & 2:30 pm "Hope in the LORD.... With Him is abundant redemption." Psalm 130 www.chilliwackfrc.com
'Where all are welcome' Sunday Services: 9:30 am & 11:15 am Now offering Stephen Ministry 'one-to-one' Crisis Care
St. Thomas’ Anglican Church SUNDAY SERVICES Holy Communion – 8 am Holy Eucharist – 10:15 am with Sunday School 46048 Gore Ave, Chilliwack Corner of First & Young 604-792-8521 www.stthomaschilliwack.com
CHILLIWACK COMMUNITY CHURCH ®
YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN US AT A NEW LOCATION!
“Come discover the Heart behind the Shield” 46420 Brooks Ave.
Worship Services will be held at 45825 Wellington Ave, Chilliwack
Ph. 604-792-0311 www.salvationarmychilliwack.ca attend our Sunday Service: 10:00 am
Sunday Services 9:00 am & 6:00 pm Song worship following evening services. INFANT & TODDLER CARE AVAILABLE
Pastor B. Elshout (604-794-3501) LIVE VIDEO STREAMING ON... www.chilliwackhrc.com or sermonaudio.com/chilliwackhrc
ALLIANCE
CHILLIWACK ALLIANCE CHURCH SUNDAY CELEBRATION 10:30 a.m. 8700 Young Road, Chilliwack Phone # 604-792-0051 Fax # 604-792-0656 office@chilliwackalliance.bc.ca www.chilliwackalliance.bc.ca
ROMAN CATHOLIC
Many Waters COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP 6:00pm, Sunday Evening 6542 Lickman Rd, Chilliwack, BC Atchelitz Farmers Institute Hall www.mwcfellowship.com
ALL WELCOME!
Sunday Worship 11:00 am Rev. Willem van de Wall
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Sunday School during service. BIBLE STUDIES: TUESDAY @ 1PM EVERY SECOND TUESDAY @ 7PM
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SPANISH CHURCH
604-792-6013
FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH
Classes - 9:30 am Worship Service – 10:50 am Sunday School - 9:30 am Associate Youth Pastor: Aaron Roorda
Pastor: Rob Brown
EVERYONE WELCOME!
Sr. Citizens’ Building, corner of Cook & Victoria John Forman 604-792-7806 Al McCutcheon 604-824-6703
11:00 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICES
Sunday Service: 10:35 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 9:30 a.m.
CHILLIWACK SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Sabbath Services Saturday Sabbath School 9:15 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Vespers 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wednesdays 7 p.m.
BAHÁ'Í FAITH "There can be no doubt whatever that the peoples of the world, of whatever race or religion, derive their inspiration from one heavenly Source, and are the subjects of one God."
UNITED CHURCH CHILLIWACK UNITED CHURCH Yale Road at Spadina 604-792-4634 Morning Worship and Sunday School at 10:30 a.m.
Baha'i Writings Contact 604-703-0230 for upcoming events
MOUNT SHANNON UNITED CHURCH 46875 Yale Road East
FOUNTAIN OF LIFE
Worship/Sunday School 11:00 am The friendly place at Yale & Quarry!
Pastor Marinus Gerding
Watson Elem School 45305 Watson Rd. ALL ARE WELCOME 604-794-3974 & leave message.
Sunday Morning Service 10:00 a.m. (Call for information)
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A-TECH Services 604-996-8128 Running this ad for 7yrs
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $269, 2 coats
ELECTRICAL
SAWDUST Hemlock, Fir & Cedar
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J.H. ELECTRICAL. Licence #7474. New installations, repairs, service. No job too small. Jim 604-798-5742 REIMER ELECTRIC - res/com small jobs and renovations welcome free est lic#88840 chwk 604702-8078 hope 604-860-9263 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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GARDENING
Aussies Outback Lawns & Gardens BOOK NOW FOR SPRING. Thatching, Fertilizing, Hedging, Yard cleanup. Res-Com-Strata, Free Est. Lic + Ins., Chill - Harrison. (604)798-6213
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HANDYPERSONS
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 Classifieds is your best location for information about new homes and apartments. 1-866-575-5777
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Homesense Renovations & Repairs. Kitchen, bath, basements, decks. (604)798-8480 MR. FIX IT. Electrical, plumbing, drywall repairs, ext painting, flood repairs, decks, general contracting and more. Call (604)798-5082
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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
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STEVE’S LAWNCUTTING PLUS. Quality & experience. Professional lawn care & yard maintenance. Hedge trimming, pruning, fertilizer, aeration. Res. & Comm. Steve (604)845-5296 (604)824-9048
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring, Carpet Cleaning & Maid Service! www.paintspecial.com
LANDSCAPING
ALL TREE and landscaping work, by qualified expert. Call (604)7991814 RPL CONTRACTING. Fully insured, hydro seeding, mountainside landscaping, rock walls. Call (604)823-6191 or 604-819-1050
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MOVING & STORAGE
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
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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 ASAP PLUMBING & HEATING. Local cert. service plumber. H/w tanks, boilers, gas, plug drains. Fair rates. Mem.of BBB. 604-220-9228
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Becky’s Interior Painting. 20yr exp Will match any written estimate, ref’s. Chwk 316-3349/Abb 755-4268
A Family man with 1ton dump truck will haul anything, anywhere, any time. Lowest prices. (604)703-8206 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
K-ONE PAINTING. Commercial, Residential, Interior & Exterior. For a free estimate call (604)997-1674 MILANO PAINTING. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Written Guar. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
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TREE SERVICES
Get your trees or tree removal done NOW while they’re dormant
✓ Tree & Stump Removal ✓ Certified Arborists ✓ 20 yrs exp. 60’ bucket truck ✓ Crown reduction ✓ Spiral pruning ✓ Fully insured. Best Rates
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51461 Yale Rd. Phone 604-794-7966
Sunday Service 10:00am Sunday School 9:45am STARTING MARCH 6
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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New Life Christian Church
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PAINT SPECIAL
SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST
SARDIS COMMUNITY CHURCH
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CHILLIWACK CHURCH OF CHRIST
46611 Maple Ave. 604-798-8466
Escuela Dominical: 11:30am Servicio: Domingos 12:30pm
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Ministerio Cristiano Broadway
EDEN MENNONITE CHURCH
9:15 • Worship Services 9:30 • Sunday School 11:00 • Worship Service
LANDSCAPING
IGLESIA HISPANA
Corner of Broadway & Chilliwack Central
Dr. David Lee - Senior Pastor Rod Heppell - Pastor of Community Life
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A-TECH Services 604-230-3539
Wellington Ave (near Mary St.) 604-792-2154
BAPTIST
45187 Wells Road
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SARDIS FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH
CONCRETE & PLACING
8909 Mary St. 604-792-2764 Weekday Mass: 8 a.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday: 8 a.m. , 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. Youth Lead Mass: 6:30 p.m.
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45768 Hocking Ave. 604-795-7700 SUNDAY SCHEDULE: Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Service - 11 a.m. Evening Service - 6 p.m. Wednesday Service - 6:30 p.m.
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Wet basement? Call Crackmaster Concrete. Nationwide since 1994 (604)614-2615 www.wetbasementrepairvancouverbc.com
CATHOLIC PARISH OF ST. MARY’S
“Connecting People To Passionately Pursue Jesus Christ’’
CHILLIWACK CHINESE ALLIANCE CHURCH
CHILLIWACK HERITAGE REFORMED CHURCH
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
45831 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack
604-795-5725
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FEED & HAY
BLOW OUT HAY SALE Hand bales $7. All cuts must go. Erik (604)796-2706 HAY FOR sale 2nd & 3rd cut $7.00 per bale. Phone 604-794-7415 HAY Sales per load/bale. All types. Will deliver. Wilton Hay Sales. Call Tony: 604-793-3765 Or Visit: www.wiltonhay.com
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AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERDS (2). Neutered. Brothers. Prefer to keep together & to large property. Free to good home. Christine (604)8501735 or t7473577@telus.net BEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, males $500. (604)796-3026. No Sunday calls BERNESE MOUNTAIN pup 7 mos old from reputable breeder, healthy family dog. Sell due to allergies. Call 1 604 750 0412. $400 Ono. Burmese Mtn dog pup, 10wk, male, CKC reg., p/b, exc Euro lines. $1200. (604)819-3402. No sun calls
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MISC. FOR SALE
100% Guaranteed Omaha Steaks SAVE 64% on the Family Value Collection. NOW ONLY $49.99 Plus 3 FREE GIFTS & right-to-the-door delivery in a reusable cooler, ORDER Today. 1-888-702-4489 mention code 45069SVD or www.OmahaSteaks.com/family23
Boston Terrier pups, 4 M, 2 F, vet checked, 1st shots, dewrmd, ready Mar. 18. $1,000. Call 604-868-0446
8S SYV ZEPYIH VIEHIVW &PEGO 4VIWW ERH XLI &' 74'% WYTTSVX VIWTSRWMFPI TIX KYEVHMERWLMT &IJSVI FY]MRK E TYTT] IRWYVI XLI WIPPIV LEW TVSZMHIH E LMKL PIZIP SJ [IPJEVI XS XLI ERMQEPW :MWMX WTGE FG GE JSV QSVI HIXEMPW CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CKC Reg. soft coated Wheaten terrier pups, hypo-allergenic. Guarntd. Vet ✓ $1200. 604-533-8992 ENGLISH MASTIFF P/B PUPS Fawn & Bridle. CKC reg. Ready to go. $1800. 604-726-3934 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. 1 male & 2 female. $800. 1st shots & dewormed. Call 778-863-6332. GERMAN Shepherd pups & young adults. Quality German & Czech bloodlines Reg/Guar. 604-856-8161 LAB, PUPS pure bred, no papers. Family raised, vet chk, dewormed. Ready to go $350 (604)793-3307 MALTESE PUP: 1 female, 1st shots, vet ✔, dewormed, paper trained, $800 firm. 604-464-5077. MIN PIN puppy. Purebred. 1 female. $500. 1st shots. Born Nov 29. Brown & black. ( 604)467-0505 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 POM POO, black & tan, 2 yr. old male. Needs fenced yard & loving adults. $275 obo 778-988-6591 PUGS, fawn, 3 male, 2 females. family raised, vet chk’d, shots. $550. (604)799-1611 Agassiz YELLOW LAB pups. 8 weeks old, ready to go. Vet checked, 1st. shots. Parents on site. $500. 604-852-6176 Abbts
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 518
BUILDING SUPPLIES
SAWMILLS - Band/Chainsaw - Cut lumber any dimension, anytime. Build anything from furniture to homes. IN STOCK ready to ship. From $4190.00. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-661-7747 Ext:400OT.
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UNDER $100
Exercise equipment, 3 assorted pieces $40 ea. chest freezer, $50 (604)792-4090 Freezer, med sz, clean, chest type $100 works well 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Garden tools $5, wheel barrows $20, new patio fire pit $50 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Commercial shelving, 5 shelves 2’x4’x8’h $70/4’ section 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Dehumidifier, almost new 50 pint $100 793-7714 Sofa and chair, $50. Dressers, $50. TV stand $50, Yamaha organ $50 (604)792-4090 Washer and dryer, white. $100. Call (604)703-4799 Wooden wine case & bottles, $35; huge copper pot, $65. (604)7937714 ----------------------------------------------Indoor lighted fountain, 2’ high, $30; world globe, $70 obo. (604)7937714 ----------------------------------------------Bookcases, buffets, dining tables, $20-$60, lots of choices, some from Ikea. (604)793-7714 ----------------------------------------------Used windows, many sizes double glass, $10-$50; also screen/storm doors, $30. (604)793-7714
524
UNDER $200
Washer, Maytag, $150; GE space saver dryer, $100. Both exc cond. Call (604)792-0151
525
UNDER $300
Golf Clubs (2 sets) left handed sets. $300 obo (604)858-4929
526
UNDER $400
King mattress, Simmons Beauty Rest box & mattress, top of line, moving, $350. (604)794-9817
530
FARM EQUIPMENT
WANTED: used potato/carrot washer for market garden. Smaller model. 250-395-4042
560
MISC. FOR SALE
Chair, must sell, electric lift chair, like new, $750 obo. Cliff (604)7926751
CAN’T Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-981-5991.
REAL ESTATE 636
MORTGAGES
RENTALS 706
BANK ON US! Mortgages for purchases, renos, debt consolidation, foreclosure. Bank rates. Many alternative lending programs.Let Dave Fitzpatrick, your Mortgage Warrior, simplify the process!1-888-711-8818 dave@mountaincitymortgage.ca
MOVE IN SPECIAL 1/2 OFF 1ST MONTH
Fresh and clean. Totally renovated from top to bottom.
During a strong windstorm several weeks ago, one of our plastic 22”x55” wiggly panels on our porch roof was destroyed. We need a replacement but all the new ones are in metric, larger, and the wiggle pattern has now changed. The new ones won’t fit our roof. If anyone has one or more old ones to sell please call (604)792-6242 and/or leave message.
581
SOUND/DVD/TV
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REAL ESTATE 603
HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
www.dannyevans.ca
Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
696
OTHER AREAS
BIG BEAUTIFUL AZ LAND $99/mo. $0 down, $0 interest, Golf Course, Nat’l Parks. 1 hour from Tucson Int’l Airport Guaranteed Financing, No Credit Checks. Pre-recorded msg. (800) 631-8164 code 4057 www.sunsiteslandrush.com OWN 20 ACRES Only $129/mo. ..$295/down near El Paso, Texas (safest city in America!) Money Back Guarantee, No Credit Checks, Owner Financing, Free map/pictures 1-800-343-9444 www.20acreranches.com REGISTER NOW Saskatoon 55Plus Active Adult Large Ground Level Townhomes www.diamondplace.ca
RENTALS 706
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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, Birch St. One Bedroom, near new with hardwood floors, in suite laundry, underground parking & more. $775/month. 604-824-1572 CHILLIWACK Birch St. Top floor 2 bd, 2ba, 921 sq/ft, 10’ ceil, 6 appls, f/p, sec syst, parkade, ns/np, refs req, $875. 604-794-5572 after 6pm
630
45744 Spadina Ave.
9197 Mary St. 1 & 2 Brms Heat & water included Adult oriented Gated underground pkng. Close to amenities Indoor pool No pets
1 bedroom Available Apr. 1 No pets. Quiet building. Ideal for senior.
604-792-0578
LOTS
ARIZONA LAND LIQUIDATION Starting $99/mo., 1 & 2 1/2-Acre ranch lots 1 hour from Tucson Int’l Airport NO CREDIT CHECK. Guaranteed Financing, Money Back Guarantee. 1-800-631-8164 Code 4001 www.sunsiteslandrush.com
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS INVENTORY CLEARANCE! New Quality Prefab Home Packages 50% OFF! 1030sf, Sacrifice only $13,975!! Originally $27,950 (other sizes) Factory Direct! Hundreds shipped! Spring/Summer delivery. 1-800-871-7089. WHOLESALE FACTORY DIRECT. Manufactured, Modular & Park models. Tremendous savings. Luxurious 1512 sq. ft home including delivery and installation only $ 109,950. Many other plans available. 877-976-3737 or 250814-3788 www.hbmodular.com
Cheam View Apts Clean, quiet building • • • •
Insuite storage Laundry on every floor Heat & hot water incl Secure underground prkg
1 & 2 bedrooms, available now.
Starting at $650.00/mo.
Quiet & Clean, 3 appl. on bus route, no pets,
Chilliwack Gardens
(604)316-5363 or 604-792-1872 LOGAN PLACE/ LOGAN MANOR 9245 EDWARD ST. 1 & 2 bedroom luxurious apartments. All appl. Adult oriented. 1 or 2 baths, u/g parking. On site manager. Crime-free certified.
(604)792-0951
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
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
1 bdrm starting at $500, avail now. Heat, hot water window coverings incl, most suites with balcony, laundry on 1st flr with elevator, (604)824-0264 or 604-7029106
Chilliwack, 1 bdrm apt, 6 appl., secure u/ground parking, refs, avail now. $625/m. (604)341-5778
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, 45559 Yale, The Vibe. 1 Bdrm, 6 new appl., secure u/g prkg, storage, $700/mo. Avail., now. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077 CHILLIWACK, 45991 Airport Rd. 1 bd ste. $525 + util., Fridge & stove. Avail now. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604 792 0077
Garrison
Sinnenger Place #28-45450 Shawigan Cres. Newer deluxe 1 bdrm coach house ste. Ideal for mature adults, may. 1. N/p, n/s, no BBQ’s. (604)824-7697 CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETS! bcclassified.com 1-866-575-5777
1 & 2 bdrm apartments Up 1040sf. Includes hot water & heat, elevator, walking distance to hospital, near college & bus route, in-suite laundry hook-ups for W/D & coin laundry, full-sz stove and fridge. No pets, seniors welcome! References req’d.
sardis holdings.
*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
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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.
McIntosh Manor 45598 McIntosh Dr 1 bdrm suites. Bright and spacious. No pets. Avail now. 604-316-5363/792-1872
One call is all it takes! The Chilliwack Progress Classified’s 604-702-5552 www.theprogress.com
Chilliwack, 1 bdrm, elevator, bsmt parking, laundry, family building. (604)839-8411 or 604-702-0594
(in house manager)
Call Brian Browne at 604-858-7368
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CHILLIWACK 1 bdrm apt. avail. Mar. 1st. spacious. Balcony. Centrally located Edwards St. Heat & garbage incl. Onsite laundry. Full cable pkg. incl. ($62 value). $670/m. Heather 1-800-815-6311.
45562 McIntosh Dr. Ph: Lori, 604-793-9993
1 & 2 Bedrooms starting at $650/mo., cats ok.
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Chilliwack 1 bd loft, clean & bright, patio, pkg in front, laund on site, storage rm. $700 604-309-8723
Chilliwack 2 bd @The Parkside, quiet adult senior, 3appl, w/d h/up $700,mar, across city hall 795-5226
Luxury Suites
CHILLIWACK
The Willows
Royal Oak
Hazelwood Manor
Call Jerry - 604-795-3159
Chilliwack. One bedroom plus den near Hazel and Yale Road. Includes Washer and Dryer hookup. No pets. $600. Call 604-845-0053. Chilliwack. Spacious. 1 bd w/balcony. FREE heat, h/w & parking, elevator. On site mngt. Great Mary St location. From $610. 604-702-0722
45530 McIntosh Dr
(604)316-5363 or 604-792-1872
1 & 2 bdrm Condos
APPLEWOOD COURT
Heather Ridge
Quiet & Clean, 3 appl. on bus route, no pets,
Camelot Apartments
LAKESIDE COURT
AGASSIZ 2 bdrm gr flr corner unit in Woodside Terrace, clean, quite, well mngd bldg. Ref’s req’d. Immed. $750 + utils & D.D. (604)588-6665
Multi-housing crime-free building.
1 & 2 bedrooms, available now.
CHILLIWACK
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Spacious & Bright Suites
Hazelwood Manor
CHILLIWACK
FOR SALE BY OWNER
Older Home? Damaged Home? Need Repairs? Behind on Payments? Quick CASH! Call Us First! 604.657.9422
Large newly updated 1 & 2 bdrms in quiet, well maint., adult oriented building. Includes fridge, stove, window coverings, heat & hot water, parking and storage. Elevator with wheelchair access and on-site laundry. Walk to all amenities. Resident manager, (604)792-1503
Ph: Pearl, 604-793-7099
604-792-1872
STEEL BUILDINGS PRICED TO CLEAR - Holding 2010 steel prices on many models/sizes. Ask about FREE DELIVERY! CALL FOR QUICK SALE QUOTE and FREE BROCHURE - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.
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HOMES WANTED
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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
Available Jan 1/Jan 15. Heat & hot water incl. Downtown location, clean, quiet building. NO PETS.
615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY
627
Newer 2 bdrm
1 & 2 Bdrm Apts
Bachelor & 1 bedroom
classified ad in 3 BC REGIONS 66 Newspapers Call 1-866-575-5777
Sardis, fully renovated 1800sf rancher with private yard in quiet neighbourhood, modern open plan, highend appliances, 3 bdrms, 2 full baths. (604)858-0206 for appt.
APARTMENT/CONDO
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Insuite laundry, microwave & dishwasher, electric f/p, hardwood floors, elevator, garbage disposal & storage. Sm. pets neg. Avail. Apr 1. 1 (604)240-4003
Laminate floors, Free laundry & heat No pets or BBQ’s, Great location on bus route - Lark Rd, Vedder On-site manager
706
New Apt Building No Rental Increase Guaranteed!
1, 2, 3, Bdrm suites $600, $700, $800 5 appliances Secure building On-site manager Small pet negotiable Must have ref’s
45749 Spadina Ave.,
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BEAUTIFUL 2003 Doublewide Mobile Home 1500 sq ft. 3br, 2 full bath Mobile in Langley and must be moved off property. Asking $119,000. Pics available. Please email to starfi77@yahoo.ca
APARTMENT/CONDO
Top floor, corner unit.
1 bdrm, $650/m 3 appliances available
APARTMENT/CONDO
Own 20 AcresOnly $129/mo. $13,900. Near Growing El Paso, Texas (safest city in America!) Low down, no credit checks, owner financing. Free Map/Pictures. 866254-7755 www.sunsetranches.com
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Caretaker (604)799-2262
ACREAGE
STEEL BUILDING SALE... SPECIALS from $4 to $11/sq.ft. Great pricing on ABSOLUTELY every model, width & length. Example: 30x40x14 NOW $7995.00. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers 1-800668-5422.
APARTMENT/CONDO
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STUNNING JADE DANIELS wedding gown from the 2010 collection. Purchased in April from Ivory Bridal in Langley The colour is ivory with a sweetheart top, is fitted to the waist, then flows away from the body. A bustle was added to the dress so the train can be buttoned up during the reception. It is a size 8 (fits a little small). Cost was $1400 plus $100 for the alterations, will sell for $875. Contact 604-768-9109 to see photos or jen_toor@hotmail.com
706
Chilliwack 46030 Princess Ave.
WEDDING DRESS!!!
563
APARTMENT/CONDO
RENTALS
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
LANAI APARTMENTS 9462 Cook Street, Chilliwack, B.C. (Certified Crime-Free Multi-Housing Complex) • Heat and Hot Water • On-Site Manager • Adult Oriented • Elevator • Large Storage Area • No Pets Free Premium Cable - $80 Value WE CATER TO SENIORS 1 & 2 Bedrooms Available Now Call Verna at 604-703-1089. 3-11T_LA1
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Tuesday, March 8, 2011, The Chilliwack Progress
The Chilliwack Progress Tuesday, March 8, 2011 RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
RENTALS 736
HOMES FOR RENT
CHILLIWACK Cozy 3 bedroom rancher near downtown. Available immediately. Small pet okay! Fenced Yard. $1200/mo.
Call 604.302.4767 or 604.308.1420 CHILLIWACK newly reno 2.5 bdrms, huge big backyard, nice area. Avail. now. $1150/m. Call 1604-997-2717
Chilliwack Suites For Rent Newer fully furnished suites avail., 2 & 3 bd. 5 appl., Weekly and monthly rates. View online: hoperiverlodge.com or call:
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 for lease or sale, fenced high door, #110-45635 McIntosh Dr. 604-850-7337 or 604-832-1400
OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE
**** Rent or Lease **** Chilliwack Airport Terminal Building, 2nd flr. 10 fully furnished executive offices. Includes kitchen area, reception, mail room, large patio area, washrooms, storage, separate entry. Beautiful view. Immediate occupancy available. Enquire Magnum Management Inc. Tel: (604) 792-3430
713
COTTAGES
CHILLIWACK/VEDDER area: River frontage furn’d Cabin. Monthy rates avail.Avail. Apr. 1st. 604-858-7953
715
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
CHILLIWACK - 1st Ave/Windsor. 2 Bdrm duplex, w/d, huge yard, carport, storage rm, ns/np, $850/mo. Avail now. 604-928-2663 (Pt Coq). Chilliwack 2 bdrm 1/2 duplex clse to ament quiet area, carport, fncd bckyd $700m Apr 1. 604-799-2707 Chilliwack 9644 Coote St. 3 bd, 1 bath 1/2 duplex, laminate flrs, unfin. bsmnt. Avail., now. $900 + util., Call Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage (604)792 0077 CHILLIWACK beautiful 2 bd & 3 bd, newly reno’d, over 1100 sf. Gd loc. 4 appl., 2 prkg stalls, garb. & water incl., Mar 1st. n/p, n/s, n/parties. ref’s, $750 & $800. 604-799-1954 Chilliwack, lg 3 bdrm 1/2 duplex, 2.5 bath, dbl garage, 2 L/R, open kitchen w/island, gas f/p, lg patio & yard, $1200/m. Avail., April 1st (604)846-0078 or 604-701-3048 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
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HOMES FOR RENT
3 + bdrm bsmnt entry home. Asking $1200. Avail., March 1st. Call Bill D for more info. (604) 991-1777 CHILLIWACK. 1735 sq.ft., attached garage, 3 bed, 2 bath close to school, on bus route for $1350. No smoking, No pets. Available March 15. Call 604-740-9845 . CHILLIWACK. 2 bdrm older home, 4 appls, sep. garage, lrg yrd, sm.pet ok, NS. $850/mth. Ref & D.D. Phone 604-535-5264. Chilliwack. 2 bdrm smaller house, downtown, large yard, W/D, n/s, small pet ok, $875/m refs & DD. Avai now. Call (604)798-1187 CHILLIWACK 3+2 bdrm, 3 baths, full bsmt, dbl garage. 50790 Yale Rd. 1/4 acre lot, fenced. avail. Feb. 15. $1475/m. visit www.bosker.ca (604)794-7260 Chilliwack, 3 bdrm upper flr, spacious, 2 bath, n/s, n/p, fenced, $1200/m. Mar 1. (604)798-3125 CHILLIWACK, 4 bdrm with den, view, 2 levels, available now. Phone 604-349-2949 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 lrg family home 5 bd.,3 bth, new reno’d kitch, great loc. 5 mins. fr. hwy, fncd yrd. Refs. ns. Pet neg. $1450. Avail., now 858-9686. Lv msg Chilliwack new home upper 3 bdrm, 2 bath, n/s, n/p, avail now. $1750/m + util. Call 1 (778)319-5767
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SUITES, UPPER
Chilliwack, spacious 1 bd suite, ground floor, 9038 Garden Dr. new paint, n/p, avail. now, ref’s req’d. $700. Incl. util. (604)942-9691/604818-6937.
752
TOWNHOUSES
Chilliwack, Garrison, avail now, 3 bdrm, 3 bath T/H, lg kit living & D/R, tile & laminate on main, 5 appl., fully fin bsmt, ensuite, refs, n/s, n/p, $1200/m. Call 1 (604)302-8009
Woodbine Townhouses A Gated Community Designated as Crime Free Multi-Housing
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
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1992 Ford F150, 6cyl, 3.9L motor, new clutch, 4 new tires, radio/cd, $3000 obo. (604)824-9036 SPRING TIME HANDYMAN project for summer fun. 10’ camper needs TLC. $500. (778)344-7782
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
SUITES, UPPER
Chilliwack 46340 Princess, sec. lrg 2bd, inste lnd, deck, new carpet/flr. $750. 604-795-2202, 703-1401. Chilliwack, lg 1 bdrm, 1 bath ste, in country, 360 degree views of mtns, 5 min walk to Fraser, 5 appl., storage, grass yard, parking for 2, 400sf deck. N/s, n/pets. $750 util incl. dd & refs. Apr 1.(604)703-1544
TRUCKS & VANS
1993 FORD F350, crew cab, white RWD, good condition. $1895 obo. Phone 604-854-5160. 1998 Chev 3500 Express van, 266,107k, 4 buckets, running boards, rubber mat, side barn doors, trailer brakes, hitch, manual boat loader. $6500 obo. 793-3014 1999 TOYOTA SIENNA CE. 7 pass van, 225K, tow pkg, cruise, ps/pb/pl Loaded! $5000. 604-556-9996. 2002 FORD F150 Lariat - 4x4, exc. cond. leather, new tires, local, 160K no accid., $8995obo / 778.861.8355 2005 CHEVY UPLANDER LS - Ext. V-6, Air, tilt, cruise, pw, pdl, c/d & more. Mint. $5950. (604)556-4242 2008 FORD F150, pick up, 4x4, auto., V8, king cab. 26,000km. Gray. $13,000 firm. 604-538-4883
✶ 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.
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AUTO FINANCING
SUITES, LOWER
CHILLIWACK 1 bdr g/lvl, sep entry. W/D, heat, hydro. Ref’s & DD, Apr 1st $625/mo. Ns/Np. 604-792-7484 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 gorgeous, executive ste. Lrg kitch, f/p, hrd wd flrs, deck, 5 appl., Avail., immed. n/s, n/p. $950 + 1/2 util., (604)858-3380 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 ste, ground level, w/d, f/s, d/w. $795/mo + util., cat ok, avail now. (604)845-3001 Chilliwack, lg 3 bdrm upper unit, 1.5 bath, f/p, lg kitchen, $950 + util, no dogs. avail now. (604)792-9859 CHILLIWACK, MOST BEAUTIFUL 1 bdrm suite in Garrison Crossing. Bright designer built & decorated. 865 sf. Sep. entr. 1/2 garage prk. W/D, F/S, micro. F/P. Suit quiet professional. NS, non-partier, sm. pet ok. $700 incl utils except cable & phone. Phone (604) 824-0107. Chilliwack mtn, 1290sf, fantastic view, fam rm, huge bonus rm, priv patio & deck, all appl incl W/D, gas f/p, utl & cable incl. N/s, n/p, Mar 1. $700/m. (778)552-4077/701-7609 CHILLIWACK newer 3 BD, own laund., 4 appl., Avail now or Mar 1st. $1100 incl util., (604)703-3784 Chilliwack spacious 1400 sq’ 3 bd, sept entry & laund. Priv fncd yrd. $945 + util. Apr 1st. 1(604)302-7090 GARRISON. 1 bdrm. Lndry. Suits quiet person. $750. N/S, sml dog neg. Avail., now 604-819-3511. Garrison Crossing, brand new spacious, 9’ ceilings, 1 bdrm bsmt ste. Fully equipped w/kitchen, SS appl, bath and laundry, 10 min walk to Garrison Village & sports centre. $600/m + util. (604)847-3591 GARRISON CROSSING, newer 1 bdrm sep ent 5 appls W/D, N/S $650 April 1. 604-819-7574 LANGLEY, 2/bdrm large bsmt suite. Private, quiet, gated farm setting. Close to town. Too many good things to list. N/S. Incl util. $980/mo. (604)230-2808 PROMONTORY, new 2 bd ste in home, sep laund., gas/electric, n/s. Avail now. $850. (604)240-0087 SARDIS. 1 bdrm grnd lvl entry bsmt ste. Off Watson. Priv. entry & laundry, $675/mo util. & cable incl, wifi. NS/NP. Immed. Ref. 604-858-5205 Sardis 2 bd, 4 appl., new carpet & paint, priv. laund, N/S, ref’s, dd req’d. $800 incl., util. Mar. 1. (604)824-0610 SARDIS 2 bd bsmnt ste. 5 appl., $800/mo + dd, incl util., not cable. Avail now. N/P, N/S (604)858-8499 Sardis, 3 bdrm upper; 2 bdrm lower unit; 4 appl., sep priv. entrance, fncd back yard, avail Mar 1. (604)824-0264 Sardis, new 1 bdrm, lam flrs, maple kit, 6 SS appl., n/s, sm pet neg., suit 1 person, $800/m incl util. avail Mar 1. (604)824-1946/316-2572 YARROW, 1 bdrm bst ste in country, private, quiet, sep entry, 9 ft ceilings, gas f/p, Incl cable/util, N/S, N/P. $685/mo. (604)823-2352
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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.
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1988 NISSAN Z24I, low rider. Reduced price ($3600) $2,500. obo. 604-302-0985 aft 6 or lve msg.
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(604)792-8377 or (604)819-2541
MOTELS, HOTELS
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
NEWLY RENOVATED
TRANSPORTATION
2005 HONDA Civic Special Edition. 4 door, 4 cyl., auto, runs great, low kms. All records. $8300. Must sell. 604-308-4594 or 604-852-4749 2006 HONDA CIVIC 2 door, 5 spd manual, 80K, red, $6000 firm. Call: 604-538-9257. 2009 TOYOTA MATRIX 4/dr auto p/w, p/l, AC, cd player, 88K, silver. $9800. Call 604-825-9477. 2010 TOYOTA Matrix, loaded, only 33,500 km. No accidents. Wholesale $14,800 (604)793-5520 DL5961
CHILLIWACK
MISSION. 3 bdrm rancher, covered deck, close to all amen. Ns/np. $1150/mo. Avail now 604-864-5407 Sardis, 1 & 2 bedroom ranchers, w/d free cable, carport, n/p, $775$850/m. N/p, Avail now. Call (604)824-2050 SARDIS, executive home, 6 bdrm, 3.5 ba. NS/NP. Nr schls/mall/park. $1800. Immed. (604)825-4005
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$0 DOWN & we make your 1st payment at auto credit fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599. www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309.
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288 The Scrapper
2007 HONDA CIVIC 4dr sedan auto fully loaded st#51 $12,500 2006 FORD F350 crew cab xlt 4x4 auto diesel st#40 $17,900 2006 FORD F350 quad cab xlt 4x4 auto diesel st#25 $15,900 2006 FORD F350 quad cab xlt 4x4 auto diesel st#17 $17,900 2006 CHEVY UPLANDER van 7 pass auto st#1 $7,900 2006 DODGE CARAVAN 7 pass loaded st#57 $8,500 2006 HONDA CIVIC 4dr SDN auto fully loaded st#53 $11,900 2006 NISSAN Altima 4dr auto leather loaded st#55 $10,900 2006 CHEVY AVEO 4dr h/back 5 spd st#12 $3,995 2006 CHEVY OPTRA 4dr hatch back auto st#21 $6,900 2005 FORD F250 c/cab lariat 4x4 auto diesel st#58 $15,900 2005 DODGE 3500 crew cab auto 5.9 diesel st#48 $14,900 2005 CHEVY 1500 reg cab long box auto st#60 $5,900 2005 NISSAN SENTRA 4dr auto sedan fully loaded st#15 $5,900 2005 DODGE DAKOTA Ext cab auto 67km st#62 $8,900 2001 FORD c/cab Lariat auto dully 7.3 diesel st#42 $18,900 2001 FORD F350 c/cab Lariat 4x4 auto short box diesel 7.3 st#46 $14,900 1999 TOYOTA TERCEL 4dr auto sedan Aircare st#65 $2,900 1999 FORD F350 crew cab XLT 4X4 auto diesel st#68 $7,900
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TRUCKS & VANS
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1988 Chevy Cheyenne 1500 p/u, runs well, body good shape, new rad., $1000. Call 604-858-7609
Auto Loans Auto Approved!!! Large Dealer Group Free Delivery BC/AB. Best rates Best Selection Good or bad credit applyonline autocredit911.com or call tollfree 1-888-635-9911
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TENDERS
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TENDERS
NO. NEW-S-S-128287 NEW WESTMINSTER REGISTRY IN THE SUPREME COURT OF BRITISH COLUMBIA BETWEEN: ROYAL BANK OF CANADA PLAINTIFF AND: JANICE CRESSWELL a.k.a. JANICE D. CRESSWELL a.k.a. JANICE DOREEN CRESSWELL and CLARK SMITH a.k.a. CLARK G. SMITH a.k.a. CLARK GRAHAM SMITH DEFENDANT ADVERTISEMENT To: THE DEFENDANT, CLARK SMITH a.k.a. CLARK G. SMITH a.k.a. CLARK GRAHAM SMITH TAKE NOTICE THAT on March 2, 2011 an order was made for service on you of a Writ of Summons and Amended Statement of Claim issued from the New Westminster Registry of the Supreme Court of British Columbia in proceeding number NEW-SS-128287 by way of this advertisement. In the proceeding, the plaintiff claim(s) the following relief against you judgment for $24,011.32 plus interest and costs. You must file a responding pleading within the period required under the Supreme Court Civil Rules failing which further proceedings, including judgment, may be taken against you without notice to you. You may obtain, from the New Westminster Registry, at 651 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster, British Columbia, a copy of the Writ of Summons and Amended Statement of Claim and the order providing for service by this advertisement. This advertisement is placed by Hamilton Duncan Armstrong & Stewart, Barristers & Solicitors whose place of business and address for service is 1450 Station Tower Gateway, 13401 - 108 Avenue, Surrey, B.C. V3T 5T3. [File no. 10-14113].
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TENDERS
NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE COMPANIES’ CREDITORS ARRANGEMENT ACT AND IN THE MATTER OF BLACKBURN DEVELOPMENTS LTD., THE FALLS RESORT AND THE FALLS GRILL. B.C. Supreme Court Action No. S111150, Vancouver Registry (the “Action”) TAKE NOTICE that by Order of the British Columbia Supreme Court dated February 23, 2011, Blackburn Developments Ltd. has petitioned for creditor protection, pursuant to the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act. PricewaterhouseCoopers Inc. has been appointed Monitor of Blackburn Developments Ltd. The appointment results in creditors and other third parties being stayed from taking any action against Blackburn Developments Ltd. Although a mailing to creditors will be completed by March 1, 2011, you may access the mailing materials from the Monitor’s website at www.pwc.com/car-thefalls or by sending your written request to PricewaterhouseCoopers Inc., 700 - 250 Howe Street, Vancouver, BC, V6C 3S7 (attention: Brad Ristivojevic). You may also request any court filed document from the British Columbia Supreme Courthouse, located at 800 Smithe Street, Vancouver, B.C.
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CARS - DOMESTIC
1990 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD, 165K, Air Cared. Very clean. Loaded. $2495 obo 604-589-5950 1994 FORD TAURAS, 4 dr., auto., Air Cared, runs very good. Asking $650. 604-504-0932 1998 BUICK LASABRE V6, new tires & brakes. Supreme cond. Low km. Private. $5700. 604-593-5072 1998 FORD ESCORT station wagon, auto, white, a/c, good cond, cracked windshield, $1500 obo. Linda (604)796-0577, (Agassiz). 2002 OLDSMOBILE ALERO, only 84K, clean, auto, Air Cared, $6500 obo. 604-589-5950 2004 ALERO V6. 74,000 kms. Sporty. Loaded. Silver. Cloth seats. Only $6,560. (604)864-6361
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1990 TOYOTA TERCEL, 142K, no rust, AirCared til April, runs great, nice & clean, $1450. (604)751-0698 1997 VW GOLF 5 spd, anti theft, heated seats, a/c, power roof, white 240K $2995 1(604)826-2864 2003 HONDA CIVIC SI, blue, new tires & brakes, complete fluid change,145K,$7000 (604)820-6827
EMIL ANDERSON MAINTENANCE CO. LTD.
EMIL ANDERSON MAINTENANCE CO. LTD.
Notice of Public Tender Extension to Closing Date
Notice of Public Tender Extension to Closing Date
Contract EAM-078 Work: Landscaping Maintenance at Highway #1 of Hope Interchange, Hunter Creek Rest Area, Lake of the Woods Rest Area, Gardner Motors and Bolleman’s Creek and at Highway #7 of Johnson Slough Rest Area. Note: Contract to begin March 15, 2011. Tendering at this time is to enable proper viewing of the landscape areas. Closing: Closing for this contract has been extended to March 25, 2011, an Addendum to this contract will be available. For further information contact – Bob Hacking Emil Anderson Maintenance Co. Ltd. 604-794-7414 ext 102 Tender documents, including invitation to Tender, can be obtained on or after February 16, 2011 from the following address, upon payment of $20.00 per set (HST included), which is non-refundable.
Emil Anderson Maintenance Co. Ltd. 51160 Sache Street, Rosedale, BC V0X 1X0
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Contract EAM-077 Work: Landscaping Maintenance of Bradner and Cole Rd. Rest Areas, Clearbrook and McCallum Interchanges. Note: Contract to begin March 15, 2011. Tendering at this time is to enable proper viewing of the landscape areas. Closing: Closing for this contract has been extended to March 25, 2011, an Addendum to this contract will be available. For further information contact – Bob Hacking Emil Anderson Maintenance Co. Ltd. 604-794-7414 ext 102 Tender documents, including invitation to Tender, can be obtained on or after February 16, 2011 from the following address, upon payment of $20.00 per set (HST included), which is non-refundable.
Emil Anderson Maintenance Co. Ltd. 51160 Sache Street, Rosedale, BC V0X 1X0
3-11F_EAM4
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