Fraser Valley Rona’s Winter Tips

TIME FOR THE COLD

The holiday season is fast approaching, and it’s only getting colder. Take care of some last minute winterization before it’s too late!

Be prepared! Freezing water can break apart concrete and metal pipes, gutters, and downspouts. The freeze / thaw cycle is also damaging - and is worse in some areas rather than in others. Your home and its possessions can be protected by following a few guidelines. Our recommendation is that our system is a starting point for the development of a customized checklist that will be used for your specifi c home for many years to come.

• Prepare exterior water faucets and spigots for the upcoming cold months. Now is the time to consider those freeze-proof faucets!

• The icy weather can cause severe personal and vehicular accidents, so stock up on ice melt, snow shovels, and consider a snowblower.

• Drafty doors and windows are typically the biggest culprits with regard to a home’s heating system overrunning; and weatherstripping and caulking are the place to start.

• Up-keeping the roof is an important safeguard against hidden water damage; replace shingles as they become damaged. Keep in mind that shingles have manufacturer’s recommended replacement schedules. Alright, so you’re all prepared, it’s time to start thinking about the holidays! Love it or hate it, there’s no escaping the hustle-bustle of the holidays.

Look the part with our huge stock of decorations! Lights, ornaments, trees and all the accessories are a hot commodity this time of year, so start early and get festive.

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Publisher’s Note

Publisher: Ellen Nguyen 604-308-6380

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2021 has been a year of continual change, which makes me appreciate the things that have been constant in my life – family, friends, and meaningful moments. With the holiday season fast approaching, remember to cherish the moments, traditions, and people you love because those memories Fraser Valley Rona’s Winter Tips and feelings will be what stays with you 2 November & December Events 4 forever. Speaking of memories, the Mission Clarke Theatre 8 Archives has launched their Life at TWO Mission Arts Centre 14 Metres Postcard collection. See the Community Futures Business Feature 17 hundreds of submissions from Mission Downtown Mission Mission Community Skills Centre 18 residents documenting life with COVID-19 at missionarchives.com. Business Highlight 20 We're slowly starting to see in-person English Tarts Recipe 21 events popping up around town. They have Life of a Writer 28 been met with much anticipation. Don’t Ami's Totally BOOK-ish Review 29 miss out on some of the wonderful art Economic Development 33 exhibits at the Mission Art Gallery and Tom Osterberg Real Estate Tips 35 shows coming to The Clarke Theatre. Note A-OK Locksmith Security Tips 37 that the Remembrance Day parade will not What's On! in the Community 38 happen this year as usual but will be a What's On! at MSS 44 smaller ceremony at the Legion. There are very few businesses and organizations that have been unaffected by the pandemic. For local organizations, there has been a reduction in membership, engagement, and funding. Participate in the many fundraisers happening this winter. Special Olympics Mission, along with other non-profits are looking for volunteers. It’s a great way to give back to your community, gain experience or volunteer hours, and just feel good all around. This holiday season let’s try to keep our dollars within our community – there are so many new businesses and restaurants opening all throughout Mission. Stop in and say hello. Tis’ the season to love, support, and celebrate Mission.

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Fraser Valley Academy of Dance's Nutcracker at Clarke Theatre

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