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Bocking to run for NDP again Abbotsford-Mission nomination meeting happening Dec. 6 at Best Western BY PHIL MELNYCHUK Black Press

Mike Bocking will again represent the NDP. The veteran campaigner from Silverdale was selected Sunday by the Maple Ridge-Mission NDP riding association to run in next May’s provincial election. Bocking defeated Maple Ridge music lawyer Bob D’Eith 81-45 to win the nomination at a meeting in Silverdale. “It was a long campaign,” Bocking said Monday, noting the two had been competing for 14 months. The results, however, weren’t a surprise since both candidates basically knew who was supporting them. “The numbers are right in line with what we thought would happen,” Bocking said. Next spring will be his fifth attempt at getting elected. Bocking ran federally against Conservative MP Randy Kamp in 2004, 2006 and 2008, losing

each time. He ran against current Liberal MLA Marc Dalton in Maple RidgeMission in 2009, losing by 68 votes. Maple Ridge-Mission’s western boundary is 224 Street and extends east to Cedar Street in Mission. “I think people have had enough of the BC Liberals and so I think there’s a perception that we’ve got a very good chance to win this riding, because of the very close result last time.” This time around, Bocking said voters will remember the growing provincial deficit, the promise of the government not to bring in the HST and the attempted closing of the emergency ward of Mission Memorial Hospital. Bocking is currently president of the Media Union of B.C., Local 2000, a position he’ll maintain unless he’s successful in his run to become MLA. “We’ll have even more volunteers this time.” He’ll also have six months to prepare for the vote, while he had only six weeks during the See MISSION Page 3

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STATION MAY SOON CLOSE Ruskin gas station owner falling victim to price differences. PAGE 3

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Ruskin gas station losing price war BY PHIL MELNYCHUK Black Press

Eight years ago, when Hardeep Sidhu first bought the Ruskin gas station and general store and started selling gasoline, the price difference between Metro Vancouver and Mission, in the Fraser Valley Regional District, was about five cents a litre. But the gap has grown over the last few years as the gas tax was hiked – to the point that Metro Vancouver’s transit taxes add 17 cents to a litre and the trickle of motorists crossing into Silverdale a few kilometres away in west Mission for lower prices, has grown into a flood that’s washing away Sidhu’s station on 287th Street and Lougheed Highway. “I used to have almost 12 employees, but now I have three or four. Now I’m thinking I’m going to close it because I’m losing money,” he said Wednesday. “I’m so far away, I don’t have any services.” Sidhu’s property is also on well water, which means the property wouldn’t work for a fast food restaurant, which needs municipal water. “If I can’t do something, maybe I’m going to close it. Because there’s nothing else you can do in that location.” That could happen next spring, he added. Sidhu said he used to open 24

Hardeep Sidhu, owner of the Ruskin Gas Station on 287th Street and Lougheed Highway might have to close the doors to the gas station and adjoining general store because his gas prices are too high. COLLEEN FLANAGAN PHOTO

hours a day, then cut hours from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m., then 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. as business dropped. The cash flow tells the same story. An average day now brings in about $500 in gas sales. It was 10 times that when he first bought the

business. If he closes, it’s unlikely he’ll sell the property after spending $800,000 installing tanks and gasoline pumps when he first purchased it. Sidhu also pays $36,000 yearly in property taxes, and has no tran-

sit and no water or sewer services, instead relying on septic tank and well water. The lack of Metro Vancouver water and sewer restricts any future development options. So far, Sidhu is at a loss at what

to do. Wednesday he was charging $1.26.9 a litre for regular unleaded, while the competition across the border were asking $1.11.9. The convenience store is also part of the business, and while it’s a service to the people who live along 287th Street, it can’t support the entire business. “I should be out of the Greater Vancouver Regional District [Metro Vancouver], then I can sell the same as they’re selling [in Silverdale, in west Mission] the gas for.” If that was possible, he could rehire those dozen people from the area and open 24 hours a day. He says Premier Christy Clark talks about creating jobs, “but these jobs are going away for almost no reason.” According to Ministry of Finance, TransLink’s dedicated motor fuel tax is now 17 cents a litre. The latest two cents were added last spring. Fraser Valley Regional District has no transit tax. The gas tax, however, isn’t pulling in as much cash as it used to for TransLink, as motorists either gas up outside the region or simply drive less. The transportation authority took in $312 million in 2011 from the fuel tax, according to its annual report. That was down nearly $12 million from 2010 as motorists bought six per cent less gasoline or diesel within Metro Vancouver. – files from Jeff Nagel

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previous election. Bocking said transportation and transit are at the top of the list of issues, as well as health care and education. “The environment is becoming more of an issue as well.” Honesty and integrity in government, he added, are other concerns. Bocking said the NDP may put some efforts into winning Abbotsford-Mission, with the retirement of Liberal Randy Hawes. He pointed out the NDP grabbed a third of the votes last time. Nomination for that riding takes place in December. Dalton said Maple Ridge-Mission historically, has been a competitive riding. “I don’t take it for granted it at all,” he said. He said he’ll be running on the

government’s record on the economy and the environment. “That’s where people will have to make a decision.” While polling numbers have improved for the Liberals, there is still lots of work to do, he added. Dalton pointed out he helped turn around the planned closure of Mission Memorial Hospital, while Highway 7 has been improved and there are two new bridges in the riding. So far, Dalton hasn’t heard of a Conservative candidate entering the race which could split the right-ofcentre vote favouring the NDP. Luck and Gibson compete for Liberal nomination Abbotsford’s longest-serving councilor has confirmed that he will seek the BC Liberal Party nomination for the Abbotsford-Mission riding.

Simon Gibson, who has served three decades on council, also teaches at the School of Business at the University of the Fraser Valley. “I’m confident that I have the skills and experience needed to be a strong representative for Abbotsford-Mission,” Gibson said. “I want to make sure Abbotsford-Mission continues to have a representative that will work with Premier Christy Clark to create an economic climate for job creation in our province.” He also said that he knows both communities well and has lived in the riding for over 12 years. He currently teaches at both Abbotsford and Mission campuses of UFV and has been a member of many intermunicipal committees during his political career. Gibson currently serves as chair of the Abbotsford-Mission Transit committee and is a member of

the Fraser Valley Regional District board and the Fraser Valley Regional Library board. “I sincerely believe the BC Liberals represent a strong free enterprise alternative to the NDP and that the current renewal is making the Liberals attractive to increasingly more British Columbians.” Gibson said he is committing to offices in both communities to ensure convenient access to constituents. “I’m looking forward to the challenges of serving as an MLA and will be fully accessible to residents regarding provincial issues.” He is married to Joy and they have two adult daughters and one grandson. They are expecting their second grandchild at the end of December. Gibson is well known as a runner and recently ran the Victoria Marathon in just over four hours and was one of a handful of participants

earlier this year who completed in the Run for Water 55 km Ultra Marathon. Gibson is not the only municipal politician who is seeking the Liberal nomination. Mission Coun. Tony Luck has also announced his intentions to vie for the party’s support for the Abbotsford-Mission riding. Luck has lived in Abbotsford and Mission for the past 30 years. He currently works as a financial consultant. “We need to ensure that we keep British Columbia’s economy on the right track, and I know the BC Liberals are the best party to do that,” said Luck. “I want to run for the BC Liberals in Abbotsford-Mission because I believe in the direction of this government under Premier Christy Clark.” The Liberal nomination meeting is set for Thursday, Dec. 6 at the Best Western Mission City Lodge on Lougheed Highway.

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Youth voice absent from downtown discussions: councillor A councillor is imploring Mission youth to get involved after he noticed the lack of young people at the recent downtown revitalization forum. “We need your input — this is your future,” said Coun. Tony Luck, after hearing an update on the downtown planning process from Sharon Fletcher, director of long range planning and special projects. About 120 people turned up to the districthosted open house last week to share ideas with consultants and planners from HB Lanarc, the company at the helm of the project. Fletcher said 60 people stuck around for the planning workshop that explored urban design, transit movement through and around the downtown, public spaces and streetscapes, arts and culture, and land use. The next downtown planning open house is scheduled for Jan. 17 from 6-8 p.m. at a yetto-be-determined location. Full steam ahead for Silverdale substation Construction will begin next week on the estimated $46-million BC Hydro Silverdale Substation Project. BC Hydro capital projects spokesperson Samantha Howard reaffirmed to council the need for the new hydro hub, saying the local substation is at capacity. She also provided details on the scope of the project. The fully-enclosed Silverdale substation will stand 1.5 levels high, with low-profile outside equipment. Some minimal vegetation clearing will be required, along with landscaping to limit any visual impacts from Lougheed Highway, Nelson Street and Silverdale Avenue. On the subject of aesthetics, Coun. Dave Hensman requested shrubs be placed around the Mission substation in the centrally-located area of Seventh Avenue and Cedar Street. BC Hydro is projecting See SHARK Page 5

Shark fins banned here From YOUTH Page 4

an in-service date of October 2014 for the Silverdale substation. Mission bans shark fins Coun. Tony Luck successfully moved to ban the possession, sale, trade and distribution of shark fins in Mission at last Monday night’s council meeting. “I think this complements some of the things that some of the other cities are doing in the province and around the world,” said Luck. “This isn’t just a B.C. issue, it’s a global issue.” Luck even went so far as to call for a boycott of

the shark fin trade. Coun. Jenny Stevens questioned if it was a political exercise, adding that she was not aware of shark fin soup being served in Mission. “I’m a little bit concerned about creating a bylaw that would perhaps be impossible to enforce,” said Stevens. Mayor Ted Adlem supported the motion. “I think if you listen to what the United Nations is saying, the world’s oceans will be fished out by the year 2050,” said Adlem. Council also voted in favour of amending Mission’s ticket information bylaw to include a $500 fine for contra-

veners of the ban.

Mission to donate $250,000 to Clayburn Legacy Maintenance Building project The municipality will provide $250,000 to the Mission Heritage Association for the Clayburn Legacy Maintenance Building project at Fraser River Heritage Park. The funds, which will be taken from the district’s gaming reserve, will be distributed incrementally based on project progress reports from the MHA. The estimated contracted cost of the project is approximately $1 million; the MHA figures they can deliver the

Clayburn Legacy Maintenance Building for 60 per cent of that through community partnerships and sponsorships. A public washroom alongside 2,400-square feet of maintenance space would anchor the bottom of the building, while the 2,000-square foot top floor would be designated as classroom or meeting space. As well, a proposed greenhouse would be attached to one of the sides. “I’m certain that we are going to have a fabulous addition to Fraser River Heritage Park,” said Mayor Ted Adlem, following a presentation by MHA at last Monday’s council meeting.

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Many people wonder why they have such perpetually empty pockets. There is minimal price inflation, interest rates are low, yet at the end of most weeks, there is little left over for extras. There are several possible explanations, and one of them may surprise some people. While some suggest people need to be financially literate, that is only a part of the puzzle. A lack of wage growth for most working people, other than government workers, is another part of the puzzle, but again, it only explains a portion of the problem. Perhaps the missing link is how inflation is calculated. According to the Bank of Canada, the official inflation rate is based on a basket of consumer goods, including food, shelter, furniture, clothing, transportation and recreation. Inflation has been at low rates for years, and interest rates are much the same. As a result, people have borrowed more money than ever — much of it to buy homes. Nowhere is that more true than in the Lower Mainland. Interest costs are thus draining a good portion of peoples’ incomes. But the fact that inflation isn’t being calculated on some of our costs may be an even bigger factor behind our empty pockets. Low official inflation rates mean employers don’t feel the need to give wage increases and governments feel there is plenty of taxing room. Taxes are not considered inflationary. Thus steady jumps in medical service premiums in B.C. are of no consequence. Nor was the HST, which added tax to many items that formerly only had the GST applied. In recent years, the biggest contributors to our empty wallets are governments. But they get away with it, because there’s minimal “inflation.” - Langley Times

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.C.’s ritual day of shame over child poverty has come and gone once again, with politicians trading blame and time-worn talking points. The occasion was an annual gathering staged at the BC Teachers’ Federation office in downtown Vancouver. It is organized by First Call, an umbrella group sponsored by the BCTF, the BC Government Employees’ Union and a collection of like-minded “anti-poverty activists,” as they describe themselves in their latest report. The familiar script unfolded. The report misinterprets federal income statistics from two years ago and calls for a long list of uncosted, but hugely expensive measures they assert will make B.C. the first jurisdiction in human history to eradicate poverty. A sampling: provide raises for employees and contractors at all levels of government until they are making an unspecified “living wage,” because we all know how public sector workers uniquely suffer from pay and pension inequality. Raise the minimum wage

again and index it to inflation. Establish universal public dental care, prescription drug and eye care programs, and daycare. (Dismiss targeted programs that already provide this.) Raise welfare rates and expand eligibility for employment insurance. Cut tuition and provide more student grants. Eliminate homelessness. I wrote about these numbers when Statistics Canada released them back in June. They showed a modest improvement nationally and provincially in what they measure, which To is not poverty, but the relative relationship between income groups. My point is not to deny that there are many poor people in B.C. and Canada. There are. But at this point we don’t even have a reliable way of measuring the problem, let alone effective solutions. The report states: “Statistics Canada said the child poverty rate in Greater Vancouver

was 18.4 per cent in 2010 …” No, Statistics Canada didn’t say that. They said what they always say, that “Low-Income Cut-Off,” or LICO figures, are not an accurate measure of poverty. The political response was equally predictable. Veteran NDP MP Libby Davies led the charge in Ottawa. The government must establish a national anti-poverty strategy with firm annual goals, she said, reciting the identical script of the B.C. NDP. Davies didn’t mention that Manitoba is among the provinces with m such a plan. It’s the only province that finished below B.C. in the percentage of children living in low-income homes. These plans are mainly gesture politics, providing the appearance of action. Social Development Minister Stephanie Cadieux spoke on behalf of the BC Liberal government, and she, too, stuck to a familiar script. The best path out of poverty is a

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job, she said. This is true, but also obvious. Then Cadieux went on about the “B.C. Jobs Plan,” which has its own sorry record of misrepresented federal statistics. Here’s one of the report’s more blindingly obvious section headings: “Child poverty concentrated in big cities.” No kidding. The whole population is concentrated in big cities. Herein lies a clue that is missed by “activists” for everlarger government. Poor people are increasingly crowded into the most expensive places. If I’m on welfare or working in a low-wage job and receiving a provincial rent subsidy (one of those things LICO doesn’t measure), should I live in downtown Victoria or Vancouver? Shouldn’t I relocate to a smaller community where housing is cheaper? There are lots of complications to this, but some kind of incentive to relocate could help big and small communities. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

Last week: Would you support the creation of a traditional elementary school in Mission? Yes: 51% No: 49%

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Basic respect abandoned at council Editor, The Record: Re: Letters are ‘fear mongering:’ Jewell, Nov. 22 edition. Our new council has done some very good things, and none greater than the decision to broadcast council meetings on its website. If they hadn’t chosen to do so, I might have missed the obvious abandonment of basic respect and democracy that occurred Nov. 19. By his own count, Coun. Jeff Jewell reported that 75 per cent of the public’s budget feedback this year raised concerns about the decision not to move forward with the district’s strategic fire plan. It was based on a year of analysis by former Chief Frank Ryan, using data that clearly showed Mission’s response times in the downtown area did not meet national standards. The reason was simple; our community

is growing, but it has been a struggle to maintain a suitably sized paidon-call force. Our volunteers knew that Ryan’s recommendation to hire professionals was not a slap in their faces, as so many on council implied Monday night. Indeed, the plan called for a composite force using a core of 16 full-time firefighters —

hired gradually over a period of years — along with a healthy complement of volunteers. And where would we hire our full-timers? From the best of our volunteers, because, after all, they have proven themselves to this community and Mission has invested significantly in their training and development. But Jewell and the

rest of council chose to dismiss the feedback because, in their words, it looked like an organized campaign. They accuse the letter writers of fear mongering, bullying and misleading the public. Such language is incredibly disrespectful to our fire department as it suggests See SIZE Page 8

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they are more interested in self-reward than in protecting our lives and property. Having worked with these dedicated men and women, I can testify that nothing is further from the truth. Jewell insisted council will stay its course, and demanded that the “organized campaign” cease and desist. He in-

dicated that nothing will change the council’s mandate of low taxes, and his colleagues applauded this notion. Shouldn’t decisions about the size of our police and fire squads be done based on standards of safety, as opposed to political promises about tax rates? After all, why pay taxes if core services aren’t being provided? Mission’s council

needs to show a higher regard for its correspondents, delegates and questioners. And it needs to undertake a simple, arms-length and expert analysis of the strategic fire plan rather than simply dismissing it out of hand. The first suggestion is a matter of a democracy. The second is a matter of public welfare. Paul Horn Mission

Shelters asking for toiletry donations Mission’s two shelters, Haven in the Hollow and Rivendell, are asking for donations of hotel-sized toiletry items. These may be dropped off at Mis-

sion Community Services, 33179 Second Ave., Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., and on Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 604-8263634 for more information.

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Santa Trains run Dec. 8 and 15 The West Coast Express (WCE) Santa Trains will be departing Mission for points west Dec. 8 and 15, with tickets offered to passengers in return for new, unwrapped toys. Now in its 16th year, the Santa Train collects toys on behalf of Christmas bureaus throughout the communities WCE serves including Mission. In 2011, more than 3,900 toys and $1,260 in cash donations were collected along the route. “When we first launched the Santa Train 16 years ago, we carried about 1,200 passengers over the twoday event and now we are carrying more than 2,500 passengers on the two Saturdays,” said Fred Cummings, WCE’s president and general manager. “WCE passengers have embraced the Santa Train because it’s a fun-filled way to give back to families in need in their communities.” The trains leave Mission at 10 a.m., and depart eastbound from Waterfront at 4 p.m. Santa will be on board the morning train to Waterfront Station to visit with kids of all ages, and he can be found in the WCE concourse at Waterfront Station from 3 to 4 p.m. for photos. WCE is also supporting a food drive in the northeast sector by collecting non-perishable food donations at any of its stations from Dec. 8-15.

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Take an angel and help someone in need The Angel Tree is making its third annual appearance at Mission’s Envision Financial. The local credit union is displaying a decorated Christmas tree with angel ornaments, each representing a child, youth or senior in the local community. The public is encouraged to take an angel from the tree and return it with a new and unwrapped gift to any participating location by Dec. 8. All gifts and/or cash donations collected will be given to Mission Community Services Society’s Christmas Bureau and Food Centre. In addition to selecting an angel off each tree, beginning this year, people also have the option of selecting a tin can ornament off the tree, and returning it with a nonperishable food item or cash donation. “One in five children in B.C. live under the poverty line and this year alone, B.C. food banks served over 28,000 kids. That’s why we are so proud of our Angel Tree Program,” said Envision’s Susan Byrom, manager of corporate citizenship. This year, Envision has created a video to share the message of the Angel Tree program which can be viewed at www.youtube.com/envisionfinancial. For every view, Envision will donate $1 to the Angel Tree program (up to $10,000) which will then be distributed to the program’s community partners.

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Lots of jobs available BUYING in commercial trucking OR SELLING Job seekers are in luck when it comes to the commercial road transportation industry in British Columbia. Trucking companies throughout BC require professional drivers, mechanics, dispatchers and operations staff right now, which means that job seekers with experience and/or training may find work within their preferred region. For those considering training prior to joining the workforce, demand for skilled workers in the industry is likely to grow – to 2020 and beyond. There are a number of reasons for this. For truck drivers, the industry is facing a North Americawide shortage because most are 45 years of age or older and nearing retirement. In fact, in Canada, according to a report by the Canada Trucking Human Resources Council, 58 percent of longhaul truck drivers fall in this age range. Similar shortages exist for other jobs, including diesel engine and heavy duty mechanics. Aside from worker shortages, economic growth in the Asia-Pacific Gateway is also driving demand for workers in transportation. This applies not only to companies in the Lower Mainland, but in other regions as well, since the Asia-Pacific “Gateway” is actually made up of an integrated supply chain of airports, seaports, rail and road connections, and border crossings, from Prince Rupert to Surrey, with links supplied by trucking. Today’s trucking industry is an exciting place to be. Equipment in many companies is state of the art, meaning

increased comfort and ease for drivers and opportunities for mechanics to work with technologically advanced systems, keeping both their skills and interest engaged. Dispatch relies on sophisticated tracking and routing systems. Others on the operations side also use information technology of many kinds to deal with everything from licences and

permits, to customer services, accounting, sales and marketing. And, people joining the industry have many career choices. Drivers, for example, may work close to home as pickup and delivery or shorthaul drivers. Those who like the idea of travelling across Canada or North America can become long-haul drivers for an employer or

work as owner-operators. Drivers may haul consumer goods, fuel, logs, heavy-duty equipment, livestock – most of what we purchase or consume spent some time on the road with a commercial truck! If you already have experience as a driver, mechanic or operations

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Truckers love freedom

The Gathering for Grief & Loss

If you’ve lost someone close to you, or know someone who has, please call us to find out more information about our weekly GriefShare seminar/support group.

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sites at WorkBC (http:// www.workbc.ca/Jobs/) and Working in Canada (http://www.workingincanada.gc.ca/ - choose to Explore Careers by Occupation, then by Region). Within your own community, it may also pay to approach a company you’d like to work for, drop off a résumé and inquire if and when they’ll be hiring. If you’d like to enter the industry but need training, there are also many avenues to explore. Although there is not a standard training course for professional drivers, there are numerous private schools throughout B.C. that offer programs. “Once our students graduate and obtain their Class 1 drivers licence I would estimate that 90% will find work within the transportation industry with a three-month period,” said Abbotsfordbased Valley Driving School instructor Frank Olson. But why so many opportunities? The job market in the Fraser Valley transportation industry has proven to be recession proof to some degree, said Olson, unlike some sectors of the private and public job market. People, businesses and government need products and raw material moved, whether this is across town or across North America. “The second influencing fact would be the nature of the job itself,” he said. The type of people that are drawn to the profession love the freedom and opportunity to travel. For information on transportation trades in BC, including mechanics and other technicians, visit transCDA (http:// w w w. t c d a . c a / h o m e ) . And for information on trucking careers in general, see www.truckingcareers.ca.

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ABBOTSFORD POWER CENTRE ONLY!

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YOUR EYES ...are our speciality! Dr. Lyndon Balisky O.D. Optometrist*

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Pet photos with Santa Dec. 1

Get personal help at library

Get your furry friend a photo with Santa Claus and help out the Fraser Valley Humane Society. The Santa Paws event happens Dec. 1 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at All Stars K9 Training Centre, located at 6-32929 Mission Way, just off London Avenue. There is a $5 donation minimum, and all proceeds benefit the society. For more information call 604820-2977.

For those topics that aren’t Googleable, the Mission Library is making living, breathing search engines available by appointment. The Book a Librarian service allows patrons to meet with a librarian who specializes in a topic of interest, who can provide a personalized tour

of a library branch, or who can locate difficult-to-find information. Learn about specific collections, find out about eBooks, discover the advantages of using online databases instead of the Internet, and more. For information or to register, visit the library on Second Avenue, or call 604-826-6610.

WHO INSTALLS YOUR WINTER TIRES IS AS IMPORTANT AS YOUR WINTER TIRES. Ford Technicians aren’t your typical mechanics. They’re trained by Ford to know your Ford better than anyone else, especially when it comes to winter tires. They’ll help you find the tires that fit your vehicle best, according to its year, model, weight and drivetrain. This winter, don’t let just anyone install your winter tires. TRUST THE EXPERTS WHO KNOW YOUR FORD BEST.

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For more details and offers, visit us at your BC Ford Store or ford.ca All offers expire December 15, 2012. Offers may be cancelled at any time without notice. See Service Advisor for complete details. Applicable taxes and provincial levies not included. Dealer may sell for less. Only available at participating locations. 1Storage term is at the Dealer’s sole discretion, up to a maximum of one year. ††In order to receive a local competitor’s advertised price: (i) tires must be purchased and installed at your participating Ford Dealer; (ii) customer must present the competitor’s actual local advertisement (containing the lower price) which must have been printed within 30 days of the sale; and (iii) the tires being purchased must be the same brand, sidewall, speed and load ratings as shown in the competitive advertisement. Offer only available at participating Ford dealerships. This offer is valid on the cost of the tire only and does not include labour costs, valve stems, mounting, balancing, disposal, and taxes. Offer does not apply to advertised prices outside of Canada, in eBay advertisements, by tire wholesalers and online tire retailers, or closeout, special order, discontinued and clearance/liquidation offers. Limited time offer. Offer may be cancelled or changed at any time without prior notice. See your Service Advisor for details. ▲Ford Protection Plan is only available for non-commercial cars and light trucks. If an eligible Ford, Motorcraft® or Ford-approved part fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, wear out or rust through, it will be replaced at no charge as long as the original purchaser of the part owns the vehicle on which the part was installed. Labour is covered for the first 12 months or 20,000 km (whichever occurs first) after the date of installation. Emergency brake pads are not eligible under this plan. See Service Advisor for complete details and limitations. ‡‡ Rebate offers are manufacturer’s mail-in rebates. Rebates available on select Hankook, Continental (credit card gift card), General Tire (credit card gift card), Goodyear, Dunlop, Pirelli, Yokohama, Bridgestone (credit card gift card), Firestone (credit card gift card), Michelin and Toyo tires. Offers are valid on qualifying sets of four tires, purchased and installed at participating locations during the respective promotion periods for each tire brand. Offer is valid on the cost of the tire(s) only and does not include labour costs, valve stems, mounting, balancing, disposal, and taxes. Amount of rebates, start dates and expiration dates (range from November 20 – December 31, 2012) vary depending on tire manufacturer. It is the responsibility of the customer to submit the required claim forms and proof of purchase to the relevant tire manufacturer with sufficient postage by the required deadline for that rebate offer. See your Service Advisor for complete details and claim forms. ** Excludes emergency brake pads or shoes. Machining or replacement of rotors and drums available at additional cost. © 2012 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

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Speed skating B.C. championships will happen in Mission March 2013 The fastest speed skaters in B.C. will be in Mission March 2-3 for the provincial championships. “We were pleased to be asked to host this prestigious competition. This event will be a test event leading up to the 2014 BC Winter Games here in Mission,” said Bruce Wenting, president of the Mission Racers Speed Skating Club. There will be no admission charge to view this event, with athletes going up to 40 km/h around the 111-metre oval in the north arena of the Mission Leisure Centre. Mission is the host city for the 2014 B.C. Winter Games, and skaters will be vying for spots on the training team for the 2015 Canada Winter Games, which will be held in Prince George.

CEDAR VALLEY MENNONITE CHURCH presents

A CELEBRATION OF CHRISTMAS …a delightful celebration of Christmas with costumes, sing-along carols, dancing, and surprises.

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In last week’s edition of The Record, incorrect websites were listed in the story, Author conquers own fears, on page 25. The website addresses should read www.brianrobinson.ca and www.amazon.com. The Record apologizes for the error and any inconvenience it may have caused.

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Tips to help you prepare for snow Living in the Lower Mainland and hearing the word “snow” can be downright chilling. While there still is no sign of snow in the forecast, there is a chance that sometime during the winter months we may get some snowfall. It’s best to prepare ahead of time. As with many things, common sense and a little elbow grease tend to work best when controlling your winter wonderland. Snow removal is easier if you follow these simple guidelines: Driveways and sidewalks • As soon as snow or freezing rain begins to fall, spread a melting agent on the driveway and regularly traveled walkways

to help slow the freezing process. • Grab a shovel and get outside as soon as you can, and don’t wait for the sun to melt the snow naturally — a sudden drop in temperature can solidify snowfall quickly. Also, clear more than just a single-shovel path on the walkways, which will make walking safer. • If you are unable to remove a patch of ice, crack it with an ice chisel or heavy-duty scraping tool to expose the surface to the air. This will help accelerate the melting process. Essential tools of the trade • Melting agents. Also referred to as de-icers, these are specific chemical compounds of salt and

heat-generating solids packaged in bags ranging from 10 lb to 50 lb, and even 80 lb. Spread the granules liberally on the driveway and walkway, but be sure to wear gloves, as melting agents can sometimes cause mild skin irritation. • Snow shovels. Today’s newer models are made stronger yet lighter to allow you to move snow easier than before. Choose one with an ergonomically correct handle to prevent straining your back. • Snow pushers. Good for moving heavy, wet snow, these tools do what their name implies: They assist you in pushing large volumes of snow from one end of the driveway to the other.

PUBLIC MEETINGS OF COUNCIL District of Mission Council wishes to invite you to the following open and regular meetings of Council which are scheduled for the weeks of:

November 29, 2012 to December 13, 2012 Date

Meeting

Location

Time

November 29

Social Development Commission

Conference Room

3:00 p.m.

December 3

Regular Council (including Committee of the Whole)

Council Chambers

6:30 p.m.

December 5

Mission Community Heritage Commission

Conference Room

6:30 p.m.

December 5

Mission Community Heritage Commission

Conference Room

6:30 p.m.

December 10

Committee of the Whole (Admin & Finance) Community Amenity List discussion meeting (Part 2)

Conference Room

1:30 p.m.

December 10

Regular Council (including Public Hearing)

Council Chambers

6:30 p.m.

December 14

Seniors Task Force

Conference Room

3:00 p.m.

December 13

Abbotsford Mission Water & Sewer Commission

Room 530 Abbotsford City Hall

December 13

Cultural Resources Commission

Leisure Centre Conference Room

9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m.

Pursuant to Section 92 of the Community Charter, a council must state, by resolution passed in a public meeting, the fact that the meeting or part of the meeting is to be closed and the basis under the applicable subsection of Section 90 on which it is to be closed. Municipal Council will hold a Regular Council Meeting on December 3, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. for the sole purpose of going into a closed council meeting in the Conference Room at Mission Municipal Hall, 8645 Stave Lake Street, Mission, BC. Please note that this schedule will be updated weekly.

View Live and Archived Council meetings online at: http://www.mission.ca/municipal-hall/mayor-council/council-webcasts Read Council Meeting Highlights at: http://www.mission.ca/municipal-hall/mayor-council/agendas-minutes/council-meeting-highlights

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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

2013 COMMUNITY SERVICE & VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION AWARDS The District of Mission Mayor and Council

invite you to submit nominations for individuals, groups, or organizations who have demonstrated exemplary volunteerism in the following areas:

Arts & Culture: For outstanding volunteerism in the field of arts and culture. Citizen of the Year: Recognizes the contributions of one individual for their overall volunteerism and commitment to improving the quality of life for the citizens of Mission. Community Service: For demonstrating exemplary leadership in community volunteerism. Community Service (under age 25): For demonstrating exemplary leadership in community volunteerism. Crime Prevention & Community Safety: For an individual, group, or organization who has demonstrated exemplary volunteerism in the area of crime prevention and public safety. Lifetime Achievement: For an individual, group, or organization that has a notable history of volunteerism which has resulted in the overall betterment of Mission. Special Accomplishment: Bestowed to an individual, group, or organization for demonstrating significant volunteer leadership skills or who has accomplished a noteworthy contribution in any field or endeavor. Sports Volunteer of the Year: For an individual who has demonstrated exemplary volunteerism in the field of sports. Against the Odds Achievement: For an individual who achieves excellence despite the special challenges faced by people with disabilities.

N O M I N AT I O N P R O C E S S

Nomination forms can be picked up at the District of Mission Municipal Hall (8645 Stave Lake Street), downloaded from the District’s website (www.mission.ca) or you may call 604-820-3700 to request that a nomination form be emailed or sent to you through the mail. All nominations must include the contact information of the person submitting the nomination and the person, group, or organization being nominated. A profile and background information about the person, group, or organization you are nominating, as well as the rationale for your nomination, must also be provided.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS – January 14, 2013 Award recipients will be presented with their awards at the 2013 Community Service and Volunteer Appreciation Ceremony on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at the Mission Leisure Centre.

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DISTRICT OF MISSION NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Pursuant to the provisions of Sections 890 and 892 of the Local Government Act, a Public Hearing will take place in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Hall, 8645 Stave Lake Street, Mission, BC at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, December 10, 2012 to consider the following proposed bylaws:

1. DISTRICT OF MISSION OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDING BYLAW 5326-2012-4052(27) (R12-035-Donatelli)

The purpose of the proposed amendment is to provide flexibility in the application of minimum lot requirements for subdivisions within the Agricultural Land Reserve. This bylaw proposes to amend the text of the District of Mission Official Community Plan 4052-2008 by deleting Policy 3.4.6. in its entirety which states: “Minimum lot size in the Agricultural Land Reserve for subdivision shall be 3.6 ha (8.9 ac). Neither the approving officer nor Agricultural Land Commission is obliged to approve a subdivision that meets this minimum lot size.”

4. DISTRICT OF MISSION ZONING AMENDING BYLAW 5325-2012-5050(94) (R12-034 – Nasiib Holdings Ltd.)

The purpose of the proposed amendment is to accommodate the subsequent subdivision of the subject property into seven (7) lots of a minimum 465 square metres (5,005 sq. ft.) lot size. This bylaw proposes to amend District of Mission Zoning Bylaw 5050-2009 by amending the zoning of the following legally described property: Parcel Identifier: 002-144-867 Lot 16 Except Part Subdivided by Plan 70278, Section 21 Township 17 New Westminster District Plan 12578 Urban Residential 558 (R558) zone to Residential Compact 465 (RC465) zone. The location of the subject property is 7740 Taulbut Street and is shown on the following maps:

and the following be inserted: “Upon application to subdivide ALR lands, minimum lot sizes should be large enough to provide a broad range of agricultural uses and should be at least as large as larger lots in the area. Subdivisions should be designed to accommodate and promote agricultural uses for which the immediate area is best suited.”

2. DISTRICT OF MISSION ZONING AMENDING BYLAW 5323-2012-5050(92) (R12-028 Balogh) The purpose of the proposed amendment is to accommodate the subsequent subdivision of the subject property into two (2) lots of a minimum 280 square metres (3,013 sq. ft.) lot size. This bylaw proposes to amend the text of District of Mission Zoning Bylaw 5050-2009:

(a) by deleting Section 902 CORE COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL ZONE (CCR) and replacing it with a new Section 902 CORE COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL ZONES (CCR & CCRI); and

(b) by amending the zoning of the following legally described property:

Parcel Identifier: 000-951-749 Lot A (X131534) Section 21 Township 17 New Westminster District Plan 332 from Residential Two Unit (RT465) zone to Core Commercial Residential Infill (CCRI) zone. The location of the subject property is 32972 2nd Avenue and is shown on the following maps: Copies of the proposed bylaws and reports relevant to these bylaws may be inspected at the Municipal Hall, 8645 Stave Lake Street, Mission, BC, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., from November 29, 2012 to December 10, 2012. The information is also available on our website at www.mission.ca by searching “upcoming public hearing”. For further information regarding any of these bylaws, please contact the Planning Department at (604) 820-3748. At the Public Hearing, persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by these proposed bylaws will have the opportunity to be heard. If you are unable to attend, you may send a written submission, including your name and address, to the attention of Paul Gipps, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer or email info@mission.ca by 4:00 p.m. on the date of the Public Hearing. All submissions will form part of the record of the Hearing. Please note that no further information or submissions can be considered by Council after the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Immediately following the Public Hearing portion of the meeting, council may consider moving bylaws forward for additional readings.

Paul Gipps DEPUTY CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Dated at Mission, BC this 23rd day of November, 2012.

3. DISTRICT OF MISSION ZONING AMENDING BYLAW 5324-2012-5050(93) (R12-029 MacDonald)

December 10

The purpose of the proposed amendment is to accommodate a secondary suite. This bylaw proposes to amend District of Mission Zoning Bylaw 5050-2009 by amending the zoning of the following legally described property: Parcel Identifier: 013-381-351 Parcel “E” (Explanatory Plan 740) East Half of the North West Quarter Section 35 Township 17 New Westminster District from Rural 16 (RU16) zone to Rural 16 Secondary Dwelling (RU16s) zone. The location of the subject property is 9310 Erikson Street and is shown on the following maps:

4. DISTRICT OF MISSION ZONING AMENDING BYLAW 5325-2012-5050(94) (R12-034 – Nasiib Holdings Ltd.)

The purpose of the proposed amendment is to accommodate the subsequent subdivision of

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Priced to sell!! 2 storey w/full bsmnt. 2 acres for privacy, anials, hobby farm, truckers. Min to shopping! Lots of updates! 4 baths. Hurry on this one! $634,500

.93 acre right in town. Buy, hold or develop!! Many possibilities!! Superb location. $594,900

Family home on super sized 8560 sq. ft. lot. 2 storeys w/full bsmt. Bring the in-laws, the grandparents & extended family. Quality finishings throughout. Excellent ideal location. $589,500

Close to town & amenities, 2200+ on main, tons of room for the family! 5 bdrms, 3 baths, huge rec rm/games rm. Outdoor area with fruit trees and landscaping. Room for parking. $549,900

80x90 corner lot, walking distance to transit, schools & shops. Top of the line 2 yr old kitch. has lots of cabinets, tile flrs & newer appl. Bathrms updated. New sundeck. $519,900

Bsmt entry. 3 bdrm + den for main. White Maple sanded kitchen w/blank antique island. Main floor walks out to private backyard. Master suite w/5 pce ensuite. 2 bdrm in-law suite. $499,900

1.84 acre lot, south, east & west views! 2 storey + finished bsmt. 5 bdrms up, almost 2500 sq. ft. main has open fl. plan w/gourmet kitch. Bsmt has nanny/ caretaker guest suite. $999,000

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Treed with views! Little cabin on the property. $495,000

Just under 1/2 acre in area of newer homes. Rancher on 4 foot crawl space. Tidy up and live in it for awhile or explore the sub-dividing options of this property. $489,000

“Waterfront” 2 homes on 8 acres in private wooded setting!! Contemporary house in peaceful and serene surroundings. Hurry on this one of a kind. $489,000.

Custom 2 storey home. Soaring ceil. Huge great rm! Family-sized dng rm. Exec. den w/big windows. Handscraped h/wood flrs. Walk-in pantry! Center isl. 12' ceil. Loads of parking. $469,500

2 storey 6 bdrm home w/partially fin full bsmt. Perfect loc. for today’s lifestyle w/ shopping, rec & adventure right at your doorstep. Open floor plan for family living. $459,900

2 storey w/bsmt. timber frame old growth Douglas Fir, wood frame windows, skylight, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings give warm Whistler feel, but located in Hatzic. $459,000

Great layout to accommodate everyone. Finished bsmt. 6 bdrms + 4 full baths. Kitchen w/centre isl. Crowns. Fully fenced flat yard. Convenient location to schools, shopping & trans. $449,900

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

To view call Amberley 604.826.9000

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

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Family home in desirable area off Stave Lake St. Above Best Ave. Lots of room for parking. $428,800

2 storey w/bsmt home has it all! Formal living and dining rooms + family room off kitchen. 4 bdrms up. 2 car garage + lots of parking. South facing 8,493 sq. ft. lot. $425,800

River view! Huge 3600 sq.ft. home. Room for the whole family with 7 bdrms. New roof! Lovely private backyard to enjoy! Great investment! $409,500

Bsmt home has been updated. Spacious main is well laid out w/family rm off kitchen. Formal liv rm & din rms are bright and open. Landscaped with ponds/w.fall. $399,900

View, view, view!! Long priv. drive/w open floor plan! 2 bdrm. 2 full baths. Look out to Chilliwack. Wrap around decks, vinyl windows. Oak kitch & more. Potential subdivision. $399,900

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Each legal unit has 3 bdrms. Great location! Close to schools, university, West Coast Express, Shopping and more!! All this on 142x100’ lot!! $399,500

Priced to sell! 3 bdrms up! 2 bdrms down! Excellent area with schools close by! Full daylight basement! $389,500

Great family neighbourhood! Private backyard w/room to store your toys! Updated floors! Updated baths in Eur style! Roof about 5 years old. Newer fence, 3 bdrm + 3 baths. $379,500

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Centrally located. 4 bdrms, 3 baths. Shows fabulous with new kitchen, new baths, new flooring. Move in!! Extremely affordable! Big fenced backyard! Hurry & Save! $349,900

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4 bdrms up! 3 baths, den on main! Unfinished bsmt w/separate entry & roughed-in plumb. 2 storey + bsmt for you to customize! Brand new & affordable living! Det dble garage. $349,900

1/2 duplex with detached double garage is an excellent family setup. Open concept + den on main. 4 bdrms up! 3 full baths! Full unfin. bsmt w/separate entry & roughed-in plumbing. $349,000

Close to schools, Transit! 2 storey w/ bsmt. Home has formal lv. room & dng. room! Family room off kitchen w/sliding doors to priv. backyard. Roof is young! Priced to sell! $349,500

Split level with modern colours. Perfect for the young family with large rooms. Walk to the corner store & playground. Patio with fire pit & quaint tool shed. Nice view of the mountains. $349,500

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What a deal!! Solid older 3 storey + bsmt. Good exposure corner. Commercial on main, 2 - 1 bdrm apts on each 2nd & 3rd floor. This art-deco bldg is a great buy!! $199,900

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Bright 2 bedroom, 2 bath top floor corner unit! Conveniently located to UFV, schools, transportation, highway access, Heritage Park! $179,900

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Centrally located with many updates!! Electrical upgraded w/new CSA #, newer roof! New skirting, flooring, windows, new ceiling in mbdrm & hallway! Fully fenced & private yard! $69,900

Everglades Resort! Hatzic Lake! Boating! Fishing! Sunbathing! Minutes from town! Gated rec resort! Only 45 mins east of Vancouver & min from Westcoast Express. Park your trailer. $49,900

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22 22 The The Mission Mission Record Record Thursday, Thursday, November November 29, 29, 2012 2012

Kenny Hess returns to Christmas at the Clarke Come down to the Clarke Theatre on Dec. 13 for the 13th annual Christmas at the Clarke

benefit concert, starting at 7 p.m. The stage will be set for an evening of old and

new tunes and holiday favourites by some of the best singers and musicians in the valley. The event raises funds and awareness for the Mission Community Services Christmas Bureau and the emergency housing shelter oper-

SantaPaws Pictures

DON’T PUT YOUR TRUST IN THINGS OF THIS WORLD Young children seem to have the utmost trust in their parents. For instance, they know that whenever they are not feeling well, their parents are there to comfort them and do whatever is necessary to make them better. A parent’s love is special, and it seems that there is nothing that they would not do for their children. As adults, we should remember that all things of this world are temporary and that there is nothing we can truly depend on or be absolutely sure of. A loved one passing away, or finances being low, or a serious illness could turn our world upside down in an instant. However, we should take heart; there is good news: we are God’s children, and His love for us is even greater than that of our parents’. And although it takes enormous courage to put our complete trust in God, we must believe that He wants only what is good for us. What is required of us is to see God’s work in everything we do, and develop perfect trust to accept the trials of his life, and to know that with whatever difficulties we are faced, God will not abandon us. The first step in increasing our trust in God is to thank Him daily for His many blessings and to always go to Him with our anxieties. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. N.I.V. Proverbs 3:5-6

St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church http://pccweb.ca/stpauls-mission

8469 Cedar Street • 826-8481 10:30 am Worship & Children's Church Minister: The Rev. Rebecca Simpson

You are welcome

St. Andrew's United Church10am

Service Rev. Tim Bowman

7756 Grand St. at 10th Avenue 604-826-8296

Pet photos with Santa make lasting memories!

Saturday, December 1st 11am - 3pm

at All Stars K9 Training Centre #6-32929 Mission Way (Off London Avenue)

Minimum $5 donation please All proceeds to benefit the cats at the FVHS

ated by the Women’s Resource Society of the Fraser Valley. Hometown crooner, Kenny Hess, will return to the show this year, after missing the last few concerts due to scheduling conflicts. Hess’ deep, rich voice, easy, comfortable style, and his rapport with the audience

makes him a favourite. Horizon, featuring Crystal Hicks, will also be returning to the Clarke stage as well as Rob Hess along with the singers from Halo. Rounding out the show this year will be the Hatzic Secondary School jazz band and the Heritage Park Secondary School

choir with their youthful, energetic talents. You can also do a bit of Christmas shopping at the silent auction, which will be featuring items from local businesses and community groups. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and students, and $10 for children. They are

available in Mission at London Drugs, Rex Cox Men’s Wear, Murdoch’s Book Shoppe, Shoppers Drug Mart, Prospera Credit Union and Fraser Valley Building Supplies. For group tickets or more information call 604-820-3961 or John at 604-217-1863.

Sing holiday tunes at annual Rotary Festival Help ring in the festive season and support your local food bank and Mission Community Services Christmas Bureau by attending Mission Rotary Club’s annual Christmas Carol Festival held at the Clarke Theatre Thursday, Nov. 29 at 7 p.m. This year’s festival features Deroche, Dewdney, and Cherry Hill

elementary schools, Heritage Park Secondary and Valley Christian School. Also performing are Joy Vox Community Choir, the Fraser Valley Stage Society and the Chilliwack Symphony Chorus. Admission is by donation to the Food Bank and Christmas Bureau and Rotarians will be on hand in

the lobby to assist Phil Hope from Mission Community Services in collecting the items. This event has a long history in Mission and has a sing-a-long portion at the end of the program which for many marks the beginning of the Christmas season in our community. For further information call Rotarian Pam Alexis at 604-302-2005.

604-820-2977

Northside Community Church 33507 Dewdney Trunk Rd., Mission

10:30am Worship Service Current Series “Ezra: God is Faithful” Bible Discovery Time for Children Senior Pastor - Ron Redekop Youth - Brian Wade Children – Logan Moline

604-826-3299 www.nccmission.com

Please help us build a facility for Mission’s Registered Food Bank. A member of Food Banks BC and Food Banks Canada.

With your support, our goal is to raise $145,000. Thank you, as 77% has already been raised towards the $650,000 project. A large plaque will be erected in front of the new building to recognize contributions of $1,000 or more. For more information please contact: • Ron Leger on 604-826-5517 or ron@accountantsoffice.ca OR • Patrick Carey on 604-615-3223 pmcarey@shaw.ca Supported by:

The Rotary Clubs of Mission ...wish to thank our major donors, the many businesses and individuals who contributed so generously to our live and silent auctions, and everyone who attended the 2012 Annual Rotary Gala Fundraiser. Your generous support for this sold out event will allow the Rotary Clubs of Mission to focus on youth-related leadership development projects in Mission and abroad.

Thanks for helping us reach our goals!

The Mission Record Thursday, November 29, 2012 23

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24 The Mission Record Thursday, November 29, 2012 On the November 23 flyer, wrap page 7, the Black Weekend Online Sale time zone was incorrectly advertised. Please be advised that this sale on futureshop. ca starts on Thursday, November 22, 2012 at midnight PST. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused our valued customers.

Roadrunners vie for AA dominance BY JASON ROESSLE Mission Record

Another year, another opportunity for both Mission Secondary School’s varsity and junior varsity football teams to win the AA provincials in this Saturday’s Subway Bowl. The varsity team, lead by coach Kevin Watrin,

squeaked past Ballenas last Saturday afternoon at UBC, 28-27. “[Ballenas] couldn’t run, but had good passing, and it was the opposite for us,” said Watrin. The back-and-forth game eventually came out in Mission’s favour, which showcased another strong performance by MSS quarter-

back Kevin Wiens, who rushed for 70 yards, scored three touchdowns and blanketed Ballenas’ most talented receiver. “Wiens is, in my opinion, the best all around AA football player in BC and one of the best high school football players,” said Watrin. And the provincial allstar committee agrees,

13th Annual

Christmas at The Clarke

BENEFIT CONCERT Supporting the Christmas Bureau and the shelter programs operated by the Women’s Resource Society of the Fraser Valley

Wednesday, December 19th, 7pm

naming Wiens on Tuesday the provincial AA all-star defensive MVP, alongside Hyatt Smith who was honoured as an all star as a defensive linebacker and earned a B.C. Secondary Schools Football Association Academic Scholarship valued at $1,000. Ryan Pye was also recognized as an all-star

FEATURING... Kenny Hess

Crystal Hicks & Horizon Rob Hess and Halo with HPSS Choir HSS Jazz Band

Clarke Theatre - 33700 Prentis Ave., Mission •Adults - $15 •Seniors/Students - $12 •Children 12 & under - $10 Donations to the Mission Food Bank greatly appreciated. PROUDLY SPONSORED BY:

TICKETS AVAILABLE AT:

•Fraser Valley Building Supplies •London Drugs •Mission Prospera Credit Union •Rex Cox Men’s Wear • Murdoch’s Book Shoppe •Shoppers Drug Mart •House of James Abbotsford

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offensive lineman. The varsity team now faces the South Delta Sun Devils on Saturday at 3 p.m. at BC Place stadium, a team they haven’t played this year. “It’s going to be close. It’ll come down to four or five big plays and whoever gets those,” said Watrin. On the JV side, the Roadrunners defeated the John Barsby Bulldogs 19-16, the team that took the provincial title from them last year, but fell in 2010. They will face the Abby Panthers at 10 a.m., said coach John Kapty. “They’re big and physical,” he said, noting Mission’s test is to utilize their speed. “I think it’s a fair match up.” The Panthers had defeated MSS earlier this year 20-18, but Kapty is confident his team can win the provincials again. “It’s like I always tell the players: It’s not who’s the best team, but the team that plays the best,” he said.

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#Finance example based on a new 2012 Civic 4D LX 5MT model FB2E4CEX and a 36 month finance term available only through Honda Canada Finance Inc. O.A.C.: $19,235 at 0.99% per annum equals $471.48 per month for 36 months. Freight and PDI of $1,495 included. Cost of borrowing is $256.58, for a total obligation of $16,973.28. Down payment of $5,000, first monthly payment, environmental fees and $0 security deposit due at finance inception. Offer includes freight & PDI. Taxes are extra. Finance on approved credit for qualified customers only. For all offers license, insurance, applicable taxes and registration are extra. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer trade may be required. €Lease example based on a new 2012 Civic 4D LX 5MT model FB2E4CEX and a 36 month lease term available only through Honda Canada Finance Inc. O.A.C.: 0.99% lease APR for 36 months O.A.C. Monthly payment, including freight and PDI, is $189.00. Down payment of $3,526.07, first monthly payment, environmental fees and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $10,330.07. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 72,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometres. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer trade may be required. ¥ $1,000 Honda Dollars is available on all new 2012 Civic and CR-V models. Honda Dollars will be deducted from the negotiated price before taxes and cannot be combined with special lease or finance offers. MSRP is $27,630 / $16,485 including freight and PDI of $1,640 / $1,495 based on a new 2012 CR-V LX 2WD model RM3H3CE(S) / 2012 Civic DX 5MT 4WD model FB2E2CEX. PPSA, license, insurance, taxes, and other dealer charges are extra and may be required at the time of purchase. Dealer may sell for less. Dealer trade may be necessary on certain vehicles. €/¥/#/** Offers valid from November 1st through 30th, 2012 at participating Honda retailers. Offers valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your Honda retailer for full details.

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Are you a Helping you is what we do! first time buyer? Wheeler Cheam Realty

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Brand new cusom built 2 storey, 3520 sq.ft. home sitting on large 1/4 acre lot in central Mission. Home offers spacious living with large rooms, open floor plan concept with 3 bdrms, 3 bathrooms, 2 family rooms and a triple garage. Features of the home are granite counter tops, custom cabinets, engineered laminate flooring in main living areas, tile in bathrooms, carpet in bedrooms, and a jetted tub and standing full glass shower in ensuite. Close to schools to!

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