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$1.4M total cost Robert Freeman The Progress

Kids take part in the first ever Downtown Road Hockey Classic on Alexander Avenue on Saturday. More than 125 kids, aged 5-12, signed up for the event which featured two rinks and 10 half-hour games throughout the day. For a photographic slide show of the event, go to theprogress.com and click on ‘community’. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

A wing of Parkholm Place in Chilliwack appears to be shrinkwrapped and a sign outside the health facility warns that it’s an infection control area. But the plastic covering is actually a “dust containment method” as renovations are made to the East wing of the building, said Tasleem Juma, spokesperson for the Fraser Health Authority. She said the infection control sign is required whenever the FHA undertakes construction projects, although mould was discovered in some areas of the Parkholm facility. “It’s to contain all of that (dust and mould),” she said. Asbestos was also found in the building and a certified asbestos consultant is on-site to supervise removal, she said. Continued: PROBLEMS/ p6

New UFV campus coming to downtown Chilliwack Jennifer Feinberg The Progress

A former bank building is getting a brand-new lease on life as a centre of higher learning in downtown Chilliwack. Bank of Montreal officials announced Friday the donation of their former branch building on Yale Road to the University of the Fraser Valley, to be transformed into an education “plaza” focused business development and training.

The gift of $850,000 from BMO Group to UFV, along with $650,000 from CEPCO for renovations, make for a total donation of roughly $1.5 million to build the newest UFV campus in the heart of downtown. “This makes it the largest one-time gift in the bank’s history in B.C.,” said BMO Group spokesman Henry Donkers. “Best of all the use of the building fits in with our commitment to giving to lifelong learning. It makes for a perfect model.”

BMO management told city officials of their strong interest in helping with downtown redevelopment efforts, and the bank has a distinguished histor y in the community, dating back 106 years in various downtown locations. “We are proud to have to contributed to the socialeconomic life of Chilliwack over the past century, and to have helped our customers reach their financial goals,” Donkers said. Mayor Sharon Gaetz

called it an “exciting day” for the city since the heart of the downtown is at Five Corners. “So I’m glad Santa Claus came to town a little early this year,” Gaetz said. The community was left with a feeling of sadness and “What now?” when the BMO announced it was pulling the branch out of the downtown to move to Eagle Landing, she recounted. Continued: BMO/ p6

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Release of missing women report fumbled, says family Robert Freeman The Progress

Marilyn Renter has been waiting 15 years to see justice done for her step-daughter, Cynthia Feliks, whose DNA was found on serial killer Robert Pickton’s farm. Feliks was also among the 20 cases of missing women that Crown lawyers decided not to pursue in court after Pickton was found guilty of murdering six women. And now it appears the B.C. government won’t give the families of the missing women an in-person delivery of a commission of inquiry’s report before it’s released to the public via the Internet on Dec. 17. “To deny us the opportunity of

being at the report’s release is another knife in our hearts,” said Renter, a Rosedale resident. “The inquiry cost several millions of dollars,” she added. “Mostly spent on the attorneys for the Vancouver City police and the RCMP and the salary of the commission lawyers.” “To say that they won’t spend the money to put us up in a hotel for one night so we can be there on Dec. 17 to see the report being released is tantamount to saying that ‘we aren’t worth the money,’” she said. But a ministry spokesman said Friday that details of the release are still being worked out, which suggests the government may yet release the report to the families in an in-person setting and cover

their travel expenses to Vancouver. Attorney-General Shirley Bond issued a statement Thursday saying the families will have “confidential access” via a secure website to the 1,448-page report at 9 a.m. Dec. 17. At 1 p.m. the report will be live-streamed for public access. “We certainly understand how difficult this process has been for the families, and we want to be as accommodating as possible while working within the requirements of the Public Inquiry Act,” Bond said. “We understand the families may have different needs,” Bond said in a statement, “and in addressing those, we are still in discussions with them on arrangements for the day of release to ensure we are being as accommodating as

possible.” Ernie Crey, brother to Dawn Crey, whose DNA was also found on Pickton’s farm, said the 9 a.m. release hardly gives the families enough time to absorb the report’s content before it’s released to the general public. Crey is asking Premier Christy Clark to “step in and direct that the final report be released not only on the Internet, but also in an in-person setting to the families, Inquiry participants and the press.” The Assembly of First Nations is also taking Clark to task for the “silent release” of the Missing Women Commission of Inquiry report. “We call on you, as the representative of the citizens of B.C. to release the MWCI report in a

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manner that honors the dignity of murdered women who lost their lives, seventy-seven children left behind and respects the families impacted by one of the most notorious crimes against humanity,” AFN National Chief Shawn Atleo wrote in a letter to Clark. Renter said she will be “shocked” if the report doesn’t criticize the police for their mishandling of the investigation and their failure to identify Pickton earlier as a suspect, which might have saved the lives of some of the missing women. “The investigation was a joke, as the report should acknowledge,” she said. “Our waiting for justice hasn’t occurred as yet.” rfreeman@theprogress.com twitter.com/paperboy2

Local businesses pinched by NHL lockout Eric Welsh The Progress

The Gwynne Vaughan Park Society held its annual holly sale at the park on Williams Road on Saturday. More than 100 boxes of holly were for sale at $5 a piece. Half of the proceeds will go towards Chilliwack Community Services and the other half will go to the park society. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

Opposition growing to Metro’s incinerator plan Robert Freeman The Progress

A “huge groundswell of opposition” is forming against Metro Vancouver’s proposed incineration plans, says Chilliwack Mayor Sharon Gaetz. And Gaetz, who is also the chair of the Fraser Valley Regional District, said she’s been asked to meet with Premier Christy Clark to detail the objections voiced by a wide range of opponents. City Councillor Jason Lum said he met

last Monday in Vancouver with a “broadbased coalition” from industry, labour, the private sector and environmental groups opposed to Metro Vancouver’s plan to burn garbage. “More and more are coming out every day,” he said. “There is a lot of momentum of people coming together and forming a broad-based coalition to oppose specifically a mass-burn incinerator.” The BC Chamber of Commerce is among those opposed to a government body controlling waste disposal, and last

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week the Independent Contractors and Businesses Association and the Canadian Home Builders Association of the Fraser Valley called on Metro Vancouver to “step back from its heavy-handed and high cost plan.” Chamber president John Winter said there’s no need for government to get involved in something that is “welllooked after by the private sector” and that offers no financial benefit to taxpayers.

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Walking Lougheed Highway for Ruth & Naomi’s Jennifer Feinberg The Progress

It’s a good news story in tough times. David Grandy is a resident of Ruth and Naomi’s Step-Up program who has decided to give back during the season of giving. A former street person, he’s been across Canada, taking refuge in several shelters along the way. “This fall he found his way to Chilliwack and more precisely, Ruth and Naomi’s Mission,” said Bill Raddatz, executive director of Ruth and Naomi’s. “He has enjoyed our Step-Up program so much and appreciated how it has assisted him in rebuilding his life that he feels it is now time to give back.” This week he is walking for good of the mission. Here’s how Grandy is doing it: He left Hope on Saturday, Dec. 8 and will be walking from Hope to Mission along Highway #7, twice. On Monday he had made it to Deroche, and he figures it will take him about eight days maximum to do the route twice. Grandy hopes to raise $10,000 for the faith-based Ruth and Naomi’s Mission in the process. “He has already walked up an 11 per cent grade hill in rain,

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Bank of Montreal gift breathes new life into Five Corners BMO from Front “With this announcement today you have added new breath and new life into the City of Chilliwack,” Gaetz said, adding that UFV has become “a force to be reckoned” with. CEPCO board spokesman Bruce Van Den Brink said the move by

BMO Group also “sets the bar” for other local businesses to similarly work together. “It’s a great testament to the type of company they are and what they have done for the community.” While some were “obviously disappointed” when the bank announced the move

from the downtown, they managed to turn it into a positive. “Rather than turning their back on it, we saw them turning around and donating the building to the university,” he said. In terms of selling Chilliwack as a destination community on the global marketplace, a well-educated work force

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is “key” since that’s what potential employers are looking for, he said. “Welcome to the newest campus of your university, the University of the Fraser Valley,” said UFV president Mark Evered. “I’m here to express sincere appreciation to those visionary and community focused people who made this happen.” He thanked the BMO, CEPCO and city officials for the biggest one-time donation the university has ever received. “Thank you for recognizing what a university brings to a community,”

Evered said, “and for your confidence in our ability to bring the type of quality programming that will transform this part of Chilliwack.” UFV goals are twofold, he said, aside from striving to offer “the best undergraduate education in Canada,” the second goal is to be “a leader in the development of the Fraser Valley,” on social, cultural, economic and environmental levels. “We hope you can see this project in the fulfillment of both of those goals,” he said, as well as “evidence” of their commitment to the val-

ley through “direct community engagement, right here in the heart of Chilliwack.” The downtown core will be “transformed” with the new UFV facility being created in the middle of it, although he said it was too early to say exactly what kind of courses and training will be available at Five Corners. The term “incubation” centre came up in the vision for supporting existing small businesses or startups. “It’s early on in that conversation,” Evered said. “We’re exploring

a number of ideas, like opportunities in continuing education and business programming.” But as a principle, the courses and programs will specifically address “local needs,” he underlined. “Stay tuned as we roll out over the next few months our courses and programs.” Renovations at the 6,700-square-foot site will start in the new year, with the new UFV Plaza expected to open in September 2013. jfeinberg@theprogress.com Twitter.com/chwkjourno

Employees report respiratory problems grow unless the source of the water ingress is rectified.” Ten residents of the Cedar The consultant recommended Ridge mental health facility at hiring a Building Envelope conParkholm were moved to Timber sultant to assess the exterior of Creek in Surrey while the renothe building so the vations are underway. source of the water Residents in other leak could be identiwings will also be moved as renovations Parkholm Place has a history of indoor fied and repaired. A former Parkholm continue. air quality problems related to the employee, who asked All four wings are expected to be renogrowth of moulds on indoor surfaces not to be named, said she wondered why the vated by next summer and within wall cavities FHA is sinking more at a total cost of $1.4 million. health care dollars ~ report The $250,000 in reninto renovating the ovations for the first 31-year-old building. wing includes “strip“Something was ping the outer skin always wrong with that building,” “Parkholm Place has a history off the building envelope,” Juma she said. “Why do they keep putsaid, and installing energy-saving of indoor air quality problems related to the growth of moulds ting money into it?” windows. But in February 2010, the FHA Last May, Fraser Valley on indoor surfaces and within opened a $2.7-million 20-bed wall cavities,” the report found, Regional Health District directors balked when the FHA asked and in October, 2011 a toilet had mental health unit at Parkholm. The 20 beds at Parkholm were for $1.3 million to fix “extensive backed up further affecting two among 267 allocated around the envelope failures” at Parkholm offices. A “significant fungal contami- Fraser Health region as part of a that had “compromised the safety of the workplace environ- nation” was found on the exterior $138-million project by the B.C. drywall of Room 28, according government to close Riverview ment.” “These failures are due to to the report, and was “likely to Hospital and move psychiatric systemic leaking problems and be present on exterior drywall of patients to community-based the existence of mould,” FHA Rooms 25 to 27.” facilities. The consultant said “fungal Financial Systems Director rfreeman@theprogress.com Brenda Ligett said in a letter to contamination will continue to twitter.com/paperboy2

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“Ultimately, it will put businesses and people out of work,” Winter said, about Metro Vancouver’s attempt to monopolize waste disposal. “It’s hardly something we could support.” ICBA president Philip Hochstein said “a government garbage monopoly will only serve the interests of Metro itself — it will impact the environment and leave the tax bill in the hands of the taxpayers. It must be stopped.” Jan Field, executive director of the homebuilder’s association in

the Fraser Valley, said construction companies will no longer have access to competitive disposal sites, and the higher costs will be “folded into already high housing costs.” Metro’s Zero Waste Plan would force all solid waste to Metro Vancouver disposal sites, and reduce the incentive to recycle, they said. Lum said more jobs would be created through “innovative ways” of dealing with waste than through building incinerators to burn garbage. Vancouver City Councillor Andrea

Reimer said all six councillors there are working to reduce the amount of garbage collected in the Metro Vancouver region — through recycling and diversion — so that an incinerator will no longer be viable. If they succeed in reducing the amount of waste to 200,000 tonnes, she said, “at that point an incinerator is not viable.” Lum said the issue needs to be “reframed” from the current us-versus-them to one of cooperation between the two regional districts. “It shouldn’t be the Fraser Valley versus Metro Vancouver,” he

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These UN climate change conferences seem to end up being weaker, less committed and less focused with each passing year just as climate change angst among many people continues to rise. Two weeks of talks in Doha that included delegates from 200 countries ended Saturday with an agreement to extend the Kyoto protocol through to 2020. The 1997 protocol was launched as an umbrella pact to get countries to limit their output of greenhouse gases and mitigate global warming. The agreement expires this year but the extension was put in place as an interim measure while a wider global treaty is hammered out. Or maybe not, if the mood at Doha was anything to go by. Canada opted out of Kyoto last year. The U.S. never signed on

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and had no intention of doing so unless China and other rapidly developing countries signed in too. The problem is that the current extension will only address about 15 per cent of global emissions which will do nothing to impact climate change. Canada chose to remain out of Margaret Kyoto and Japan, New Zealand, and EVANS Russia also opted out. Much has changed since the birth of Kyoto. The last ten years have been the warmest on record and despite cyclic dips in temperatures from year to year the trend has continued to be one of warming characterized by extreme weather events — droughts,

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much but it actually is. Just ask folks living on low lying islands. In Doha, representatives from poor countries and island states pushed the envelope for developed nations to put together a timetable on how they were going to honour their three-yearold pledge to provide financial aid to the tune of $100 billion annually by 2020. The funds are supposed to help them cope with climate change and rising seas. But those rich nations – U.S., E.U., and Japan – are still grappling with the financial crisis and cliff walks and they were in no mood in Doha to get trapped into further commitments to climate finance. Ducking the issue rattled many low-lying island states represented at the talks. They are the first responders to rising sea levels. Some climate change

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We live in a quiet neighbourhood in Sardis, located just behind the Chilliwack Mall. Recently a home was purchased by a developer and soon after his purchase a notice of rezoning sign went up. The existing small rancher was on a lot about 12,000 square feet in size. The rezoning application was to rezone from R1 A - single family home to R3 -small lot subdivision. So far our neighbourhood has been untouched by the developer’s hand. The fact that this neighbourhood has gone untouched is what makes it so attractive to a buyer when a house does become available, which is not very often. The OCP - Official Community Plan - calls for densification. We realize that densification/modernization is becoming a part of life. But, as it states in the city’s zoning guidelines they also strive to “preserve the character of the community”. We have a community of older, well kept homes on larger lots located

near a riparian corridor. We have a very unique neighbourhood and when the Carter family did the original subdivision over 50 years ago they drew up a restrictive covenant that was intended to preserve the integrity of this area for future generations. Our goal, as a neighbourhood, was to preserve the character of our community. So, we started a petition against the rezoningpart of the democratic process – or so we thought. On November 20, 2012 there was a public meeting at City Hall and on the agenda was the rezoning application for the lot in question. We had 50 signatures on the petition that were opposed to the proposed subdivision. The developer’s real estate agent had five names in favour and those five, as we understand, were absentee owners. Of the 50 names we had on the petition, which was 91 per cent of the residents, over half of those were present at the public hearing to voice our thoughts on why the subdivision

Seasonal greetings As the dreary days of December draw ever closer to the winter solstice, I’m always happy to see people adding lights to homes and landscapes, decorating with holly and ivy and bringing in the tree. Those and other traditions tend to lift our spirits and make the Christmas season a special time of year for all of us, believer and non-believer alike. However,at this time of year, I hear a lot of bleating and braying about Jesus being the “reason for the season.” I’d just like to point out that the aforementioned traditions and many others predate the birth of Christ, some by centuries. The Roman festival of Saturnalia, which culminated on December 25th, was celebrated around the winter solstice and included feasting and gift-giving. Other pagan cultures in northern

Europe celebrated the solstice by decorating evergreen trees and hanging mistletoe which symbolized peace and love. Even Christian scholars agree that Dec. 25th was most likely not Christ’s birthday. There is no biblical mention of Christ being born on Dec. 25th and the earliest historical record of celebrating his birthday at the winter solstice is from the 4th century AD. Certainly, Christianity has added to the whole solstice festival in tradition, story and song, and Christians gave it a new name but they don’t own it. We all get to enjoy the trimming of trees, the giving of gifts and the other reasons for the season. In closing, I’d like to wish one and all a very merry Christmas, in a secular kind of way. Gord Smith Chilliwack

should not proceed. The restrictive covenant was brought up during the presentation but the mayor and council thought it was not relevant for the purposes of the proposed development. So, despite the petition, the attendance/support of our residents at the hearing and the restrictive covenant the rezoning application was passed. It was like our voices fell on deaf ears; so much for the democratic process. Everyone was in disbelief. We were heartbroken. How could we, with such support, not be heard? How could a 50-to-five majority not have a voice? There was a process in place that we all had faith in, a process we thought was going to work. Apparently if City Hall wants something, democracy does not apply. In closing, all the residents in our neighbourhood would like to thank Councillors Mr. Lum and Mr. Popove for their support. They listened to the people and they voted against the rezoning application.

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Josh Wolfe, in trailer, chats with SAR members and their family who came out for a thank you meal. Wolfe and two of his friends were caught stranded while fishing in the Chehalis River.

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When a trio of fishermen found themselves in “dire straits,” lost up the swollen Chehalis River and clinging to a small patch of high ground back in October, they immediately turned their thoughts to survival. They had been stranded, and then disoriented, earlier in the day when a flash rain storm filled the boggy area with chest deep water. Their first concern was attempting to stay safe and dry, if not warm, throughout the night. They did that by lighting a fire using one of the many lighters they brought along, one of their only dry socks, and a fishing license. They kept it smoldering by adding whatever wood and foliage they could find, but the flames weren’t big enough to produce heat to dry their bodies. They called for help, with the minimal power and cell phone reception they had. They took turns sleeping and keeping guard. They listened for rescuers, and did hear far off shouts of Search and Rescue, along with whistles and the whopwhop-whop of a helicopter. They attempted to make contact but as day turned to dusk, and then to the darkness of night, the sixhour search was called off. “They’ll come back for us tomorrow, right?” one of the men, Adam, thought to himself. This story began when the

Josh Wolfe, owner of Fresh Local Wild, brought his food truck to the Agassiz Search and Rescue headquarters on Saturday, and fed all the volunteers and emergency workers involved in rescuing him and his two friends when they got stranded along the Chehalis.

men hiked in earlier that morning. They only got in about 20 minutes of fishing before the rain started. It came down for just under 10 minutes, they said, but it was enough to force them to higher ground. They made the call at about 2 p.m., to a friend in Vancouver who has a fishing supply store. They found a 20’ by 20’ high spot, and made their camp. In the morning, they immediately set out to build that fire bigger and better. Within a few hours, SAR members had located the camp. A helicopter was used to locate the fishermen and drop

two SAR volunteers to a location close to them. The helicopter then guided a jet boat up narrow, debris-filled channels to a location where the fishermen could be safely guided to. The jet boat was then able to evacuate the subjects. Meanwhile a ground team was also en-route in case the boat rescue failed. Shortly after they were rescued, the men were on their way. And that’s normally where these stories end. Those who get lost find their way home and all is well. Sometimes the SAR volunteers will get a thank you card. Other times they’ve been sur-

prised to receive cash donations. But this Saturday, the Agassiz and Chilliwack Search and Rescue volunteers involved with the rescue, along with a handful of emergency workers, were treated to a free lunch. One of those fishermen turned out to be Josh Wolfe, a chef and owner of Fresh, Local, Wild, a catering truck that’s normally parked at Hastings and Burrard in Vancouver. It only took a few moments for Wolfe to realize he wanted to pay the favour back to those who rescued him and his friends. He initially wanted to make a cash donation, but when it was revealed he had a mobile restaurant the plans were set into motion for a lunch event. “It was interesting to actually get to chat with them for a little while,” said Chilliwack SAR volunteer Dan McAuliffe. “I was in the helicopter guiding the jet boat, so I didn’t get to meet them. You normally spend hours on a rescue, then you rescue them, then they’re gone.” He said many people don’t realize the danger on the Chehalis River and others in the region. “They get surprised,” he said. “When it really rains heavy like that, the river comes right up.” McAuliffe has been a SAR volunteer for 35 years. It’s nice to be acknowledged for the time spent and the dangerous situations they come into. “It’s nice to know they understand what we do,” he said.

Parents wanting a say on the introduction of an early French immersion program in the Chilliwack school district have until Dec. 21 to fill out an online survey. Chilliwack already has a late French immersion program (beginning in Grade 6), however there has been a call by parents for early French immersion, which begins instruction at the kindergarten or Grade 1 level. The district is currently considering the feasibility of implementing an early French immersion program in one or more elementary schools for the start of the 2014 school year. In a release issued Friday, the district says the program is designed for non-French speaking students who wish to attain a high level of proficiency in both official languages. Students are immersed in the French language within the classroom, and French is used for meaningful communication and instruction in the subject areas such as math, science, social studies, art, physical education and French language arts. Knowledge of the French language, either on the part of the parents or the child, is not a requirement to enroll children in the program. The Chilliwack Board of Education has requested a study to find out whether there is enough community interest both to begin an early French immersion program and to maintain it in the future. It will look at specifically where in the community (which catchment schools) this community interest is found. This report will also try to identify and assess the district’s ability to support such a program by looking at available school space and staffing. Finally, the study will look at how the implementation of an early French Immersion program supports and aligns with the district’s and board’s strategic plan. A report will be prepared and presented to the board in early 2013. The district is asking parents to take a few minutes and provide their feedback through an online survey. https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/CB3M38T All responses will be kept confidential and will be reviewed, collated and included in the final report to the Board. (There is only one response available per computer.) Deadline for the survey is Dec. 21 at 3 p.m.

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The Chilliwack Minor Hockey Peewee Jamboree tournament is back on Boxing Day, bigger and better than at any time in recent memory. CMHA organizers are doing their best to restore the tournament to its former glory, and local peewee teams are looking to do their part on the ice. Today, a look at a local squad that thinks it has a shot at the tournament title.

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Chilliwack’s peewee C2 Storm had something to prove as they took to the ice Saturday afternoon. The boys in black had Mission in the crosshairs, looking to send a statement in the lead up to the start of the Peewee Jamboree. Mission was the league leader. Knock off the big dog and earn your respect. That’s what the Storm hoped to do as the puck dropped at Twin Rinks. The first shift didn’t provide much hope. Mission had Chilliwack hemmed into their own zone for a good minute and a half before Jordan Klaassen was able to get the puck out. On the next shift, Storm goaltender Darby Lewis came up with back to back stops on Mackenzie Hollingshead, the first of many big saves for the diminutive netminder. About five minutes in, the nerves settled down for the Storm, and they picked it up offensively. Michael Hor wood got it started with a shot from the right wing, with Connor Ness and Steven Landriault crashing the net in search of a rebound. Chilliwack captain Brendan Schulz led the attack with several

forays down the right wing. Looking like a young Alexander Edler, the big blueliner went coast-to-coast, forcing the Mission goaltender to make a couple big stops. Schulz showed great mobility on one of those rushes. Thwarted on the shot, he was the first man back to make a fine defensive play on Tegan Rackstraw. Jake Nord-Leth, Horwood and Klaassen turned in an excellent shift late in the period, but the game remained scoreless through 15 minutes. Nord-Leth started period two with an excellent shorthanded shot. At the other end, David Berger turned in some excellent defensive work on Tyanna Paling, taking a scoring chance away from the much larger player. Zachary Jones was equally solid on D, showing calm puck movement under pressure to get his team out of trouble. Chilliwack’s smallest D-man, Owen Rollman was involved at both ends of the ice. Rollman showed no fear, throwing himself around with reckless abandon. He created a great offensive chance when he intercepted a Mission clearing attempt, walked into the high slot and fired a shot on net. Talking about smaller players, Dawsyn Feigl was a thorn in the side of Mission. The speedster caused havoc on the forecheck, aided by similarly smallish linemates Berger and Alexander Pawluk. The Storm kept coming, and you knew they’d break through soon. Minutes after taking an elbow to the head from Paling, Marcus Gray did a smart chipand-chase up the left wing boards to create a solid chance. And with 59 seconds left in period two, Gray took a couple laps around the Mission zone before getting Chilliwack on the board with a hot shot from the high slot. Mission’s goalie got

a piece of it with the glove, but not enough to keep it from flopping across the line. The ‘Little Guy Line’ added to the Storm lead early in the final frame. Feigl darted across the goal mouth, putting a shot on net. Pawluk knocked the loose puck home to put the Storm up 2-0, the whole sequence starting when Rollman stood up a Mission player to keep the puck in at the blueline. With just over eight minutes remaining and his team firmly in control, Chilliwack assistant coach Jim Jones said the word you’re not supposed to say. Shutout. With Lewis looking unbeatable in net, the goose egg was in sight. Lewis came up with one final eye-popping save, getting the glove out to stop a half-slapper from Mission’s Paling. With defensive help from Brandt Davies, Brendan Shaw and Riley Hunt, Lewis said no to silly superstitions, shutting the door on the Mission offence. As the final whistle blew, the Storm leapt off the bench to celebrate, whooping their way into the dressing room. Schulz, the captain was happy afterwards, looking forward to knocking off more top teams at the Peewee Jamboree. “We can beat top teams, we can beat anyone,” he said, grinning. “We’re on the top of the world right now. It’s going to be my second year playing in the Peewee Jamboree, and I hope everyone comes down to watch it and have fun.” The Peewee Jamboree will be the first tournament of the year for the team, and head coach Dave Lewis can’t wait for Boxing Day. “We’ll get three or four games, and we’re really excited at the opportunity to show that we’re the best team in Chilliwack,” the bench boss said. “You get a lot of good teams coming from out of town and it’s a lot of fun.”

Chiilliwack Storm forward Marcus Gray is tied up by a Mission defender while the puck goes airborne in a peewee hockey match Saturday. Gray’s team won 2-0 and appear ready for the Peewee Jamboree Tournament that starts Boxing Day in Chilliwack. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

Trophies coming out of storage Several trophies from the past are coming out of hiding for this year’s Peewee Jamboree Tournament. CMHA has found several pieces of hardware that have been languishing away in back rooms. They’ve all been refurbished, with new plates featuring the minor hockey logo and division titles (bronze, silver, gold and

platinum). The Knights of Columbus trophy was first awarded to the A division champion in 1987, and will now be awarded to the platinum champ. The Lion’s Club trophy was first awarded to the B division champion in 1987, and has also been used for the A2 division. It will now be presented to the gold division winners.

The Elite cup, first awarded to the C division champions in 1987, will become the bronze division trophy. The Fraser Valley Meats trophy was first awarded in 1995 to the B2 division champion, and has also been used for A3. It will now be presented to the silver division champion. Get minor hockey info online at cmha.goalline.ca/

Chiefs slip in national rankings

A couple of recent home ice setbacks have the Chilliwack Chiefs going the wrong way in the CJHL national rankings. The Chiefs have dropped to 13th overall and are now the third highest ranked BCHL team.

The Victoria Grizzlies are in at No. 11. The Penticton are the top BCHL squad at No. 9. The weekly rankings are based upon a variety of factors, including the league in which the teams play, winning percentage, win-loss record, total points accumulated, goals-for versus goals-against ratio, etc. The CJHL is an amalgamation of 10 Junior A hockey leagues from across Canada. Though the Chiefs are down in the rankings, they are fine in the real world of wins, losses and points. Chilliwack took the weekend

off, but they remain in first place in the Mainland division at 19-81-1. The Surrey Eagles and Prince George Spruce Kings are both four points back. Surrey (17-9-0-2) has one game in hand. Prince George (15-9-1-5) has played one more game than Chilliwack. Chilliwack is tied with Victoria (19-8-0-2) for second overall, three points back of the first place Penticton Vees (20-7-0-3). Get BCHL standings at bchl. ca Get the CJHL rankings at http://www.cjhlhockey.com/

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Grizzlies roll in showcase The GW Graham Grizzlies have established themselves as the local senior girls basketball team to beat after a dominating weekend of preseason action. The Grizzlies played three games as part of the Girls Basketball Showcase, winning all three in convincing fashion. GWG pummeled

Unity Christian 79-43, bounced Chilliwack secondary school 81-34 and thumped Sardis secondary school 78-34. Kaitlyn McDonald was an unstoppable force in each game. She had 30 points, including five three pointers, against Unity Christian. She had 33 points, with six treys, versus CSS and saved her best

for last, torching Sardis for 48 points, with nine treys. Katie Sutherland and Aveen Rezends were forces on the defensive end and Kassia Bednarczyk and Leah Thompson dominated on the boards. Jenika Bannerman led the team in steals and pushed the ball well in GWG’s fast break offence.

Falcons move into top 10 Sardis secondar y school’s senior boys basketball team is now 4-1 in preseason action after another impressive win last week. The Falcons took down Pitt Meadows 61-57 on the road, led by Hayden Lejeune’s 26 points. Eric Rogers, Devin Bendreth and Jason Kroeker all chipped in with key baskets as Sardis erased a 10 point fourth quarter deficit. Cam Servatius played

a great all-around game with multiple steals and blocks to start the transition offence. As good as the Falcons have been, they discovered how far they still have to go with a 64-37 loss to White Rock Christian on Thursday. On the plus side, the Falcons held the AAA powerhouse to a season low in points. White Rock Christian had been averaging 95 per game. The latest results

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have Sardis ranked ninth in the province, with two big games this week. The team hosts MEI Wednesday night with an 8:15 p.m. tipoff. Sardis travels to Enver Creek Thursday to face the tenth ranked Cougars. Get info online at bcboysbasketball.com

Chilliwack’s Marcus Lunt (right) defends against a jersey-grabbing Valleyview Viking during a senior boys basketball tournament game at CSS. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

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CHRISTMAS PARTY/ POT LUCK The Chilliwack Métis Association is holding it’s Annual Christmas Party/Potluck on December 15 at 5pm with dinner at 5:30 pm at Kekinow Hall 45555 Knight Road Sardis, BC Please bring a non perishable item for our food hamper and a dish to feed 5 people.

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The Prinse Family would like to thank all who supported us in our time of loss by your presence at Dad’s funeral, sympathy and mass cards, donations and flowers. Special thanks to those who helped with the last rites, funeral service, especially Father Nelson & father Brian, the St. Mary’s Choir and CWL of the lovely reception. It is comforting to know that you are thinking of us at this sad time.

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Programmer/Developer Black Press Group Ltd., a leading international media company, is seeking a talented programmer and developer to build, integrate and maintain its software and websites. Ideal candidates will have a can-do attitude, passion for technology, extensive programming and web development experience, and the ability to get up to speed quickly. Required Skills PHP4/PHP5 - Candidate should be a top-notch PHP developer, familiar with the latest features; POSTgreSQL/MySQL - Modern database development expertise - familiar with PHPMyAdmin and command line access; HTML 5/CSS 3 - Expert level development in HTML & CSS will be necessary; Javascript/JQuery - Intermediate level Javascript/ JQuery development will be necessary; Server Admin – Complete understanding of Apache Tomcat, FreeBSD and basic server administration; RESTful APIs & SOAP – Demonstrated skills problem-solving with RESTful APIs and SOAP; Self-Starter - Looking for candidates who can jump in quickly. Bonus Skills Experience using AJAX in both PHP and Perl; Java development experience; Experience in Perl and Python; Comfortable in a Macintosh OS X and Linux environments. Other Details Black Press offers a competitive salary and benefits package. You will work at our Surrey corporate offices with a talented group of individuals who have a passion for creating content in print and online. Please email your resume and cover letter to edutton@blackpress.ca (no phone calls please). Deadline is Monday, Dec. 31, 2012 at 5 pm. Only those candidates short-listed will be called for interviews. www.blackpress.ca

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An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

Assistant Greenhouse Grower: Family run herb nursery in Chilliwack. Duties include: â€˘ crop management â€˘ pest control â€˘ plant production â€˘ supervision of staff Hands on approach. Greenhouse/nursery experience preferred. Fax resume: 604-703-0358 email: nurseryjob@telus.net

Our organization is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from Aboriginal people, members of visible minority groups and women.

Dispatch/Fleet Coordinators Eagle West Truck & Crane Inc. is currently accepting resumes for Dispatch/Fleet Coordinators. We are a non-union company offering employees a competitive wage and beneďŹ ts package. Eligible candidates MUST have previous Dispatch and / or HEAVY HAUL experience, and be willing to work in a challenging enviro. Knowledge of the Lower Mainland and various computer programs (MS Office, etc.) is a must. Please forward resumes: Attn. Operations Manager: cconnell @eaglewestcranes.com or fax (1)604.864.8211 Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.

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A Rosedale Nursery is seeking motivated, willing field workers. This outdoor job entails every aspect of growing trees and shrubs. Farm nursery exp. is beneficial but not reqâ€™d. Work is manual and â€œhands onâ€?. Includes hoeing, weeding, digging, pruning, potting, loading trees & shrubs Heavy lifting. 40hr min. work wk possibly extended work wk. Start approx. Mar. 15-Oct. Start wage $10.25/hr. Please submit resume by fax to: 604-794-7105 CHILLIWACK DAIRY FARM requires farm worker for approx. 30 hrs per week. Some exp. preferred. Call 604-793-8057 between 6pm and 9pm.

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Health & Safety Co-ordinator Black Press is looking for a Health & Safety Coordinator, to be located in our central compensation office in Abbotsford. Black Press is Canadaâ€™s largest independent newspaper group with over 170 community, Daily and urban weekly newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Hawaii and Ohio. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, you will be responsible for the development, coordination and ongoing improvement of the Health and Safety Program for Black Pressâ€™ Canadian division to maintain COR standing. This will include identifying safety training needs, assisting in the development of safety policies and work procedures, and working with the safety committees to ensure compliance with safe work regulations. Requirements: â€˘ Minimum 2 years post-secondary education (diploma) in Occupational Health & Safety. â€˘ Significant work experience in OH&S required, with a background in a manufacturing environment an asset. â€˘ Excellent time and project management skills. â€˘ Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills. â€˘ Motivated individual with proven initiative. â€˘ Professional appearance and manner This is a full-time position with a competitive compensation and benefits package. Qualified applicants should send a resume and covering letter by December 14, 2012 to: Robin Clarke Director, Human Resources Canadian Division Black Press Group Ltd. 34375 Gladys Avenue, Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H5 E-mail: rclarke@blackpress.ca We thank everyone who is interested in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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FARM LABOURERS reqâ€™d, seasonal full time, March - October 2013 Must be physically fit for pruning, planting, hand weeding, heavy lifting and be able to work in all weather conditions. Wage is $10.25/hr. Apply in person at Brackhaus Farms Ltd, 600 Kosikar Rd, Lindell Beach. (604)824-1708

Temporary Position

HINO CENTRAL Fraser Valley is seeking a Commercial Vehicle Technician (Senior Apprentice or Journeyman) to add to our growing team in Langley. We offer a competitive salary and full benefits in a fully-equipped ultra-modern facility. Visit www.hinocentral.com Apply to: hr@hinocentral.com; fax: 780-6384867.

Production Operator Nestle Waters North America - Hope $14.92-$16.41/hr To apply, email: careers.west@waters.nestle.com or Fax: 604-869-4848

Email: lisa@blackpress.ca SECURITY GUARDS required immediately. Must have valid security license, vehicle a must. Please apply with resume to: allegiance1_chrism@shaw.ca or fax: 604-392-1693, att: Chris

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Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Scheduled Days Off. Call Lloyd 780-723-5051

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FARM LABOURERS required in Yarrow Chilliwack area. $10.25/hr. Must have own transp. Apply online at: sahotafarms@shaw.ca or by fax (604)823-2351.

LABORER required by busy wood manufacturing company. Power tool exp pref. Fax resume 604-850-5252; email: stephanie@nulinecrates.com

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Driver & Greenhouse Assistant:

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Human Resources Administrator Black Press is looking for a Human Resources Administrator, to be located in our central compensation office in Abbotsford. As the largest independently owned newspaper company in Canada, with more than 150 titles in print and online, Black Press has operations in British Columbia, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii, California and Ohio. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, you will be responsible for the administration of HR related documentation in coordination with payroll and other departments. This will include reviewing and processing a variety of HR documents, compiling data from a wide variety of sources, and efficiently organizing this information including the maintenance of files and records in written and electronic formats for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance. Inquiry assistance and interpersonal skills will be required as communication with a variety of internal and external parties is required for the purpose of ensuring accurate, authorized processing of employee information. Strong customer service will be a key component within this position as you will be required to respond to written and verbal inquiries for the purpose of providing information, coordination, administration and execution of many HR related activities with discretion regarding sensitive and confidential information. Requirements: â€˘ Post-Secondary education in Human Resources or related field preferred. â€˘ Work experience in HR required, with demonstrated working knowledge of multiple human resource areas preferred. â€˘ Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and e-mail required. â€˘ Attention to detail in all areas of work. â€˘ Excellent time and project management skills. â€˘ Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills. â€˘ Motivated individual with proven initiative. â€˘ Professional appearance and manner Qualified applicants should send a resume and covering letter by December 20, 2012 to: Robin Clarke Director, Human Resources Canadian Division Black Press Group Ltd. 34375 Gladys Avenue, Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H5 E-mail: rclarke@blackpress.ca We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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NORTHERN ALBERTA clearing contractor seeks experienced Buncher and Skidder Operators for work in Northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided; jobs@commandequipment.com. Fax 780-488-3002.

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SAXON IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING RESUMES. OPPORTUNITIES EXIST FOR MOTIVATED, CAREER ORIENTATED JOURNEYMEN PLUMBER Please fax or email resume to: amber@saxonmechanical.com

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Digital Media Manager Black Press Digital (B.C.) Black Press is seeking a creative, web-savvy freethinker to work in our Digital division. This is an immediate opportunity for a full-time, permanent post, based out of our head office in Surrey. Reporting to the Director of Content for Black Press, the Digital Media Manager is integral in managing online initiatives with our 120 Black Press websites in B.C., Alberta and Washington State. A key feature of the job is training and support for those web-based initiatives, so youâ€™ll need to be a clear thinker with a high degree of patience. You will be part of development and ongoing projects and site improvements to enhance the user experience for our clients, viewers and staff. You will: t CF JOUFHSBM JO EFĂĽOJOH QSJPSJUJ[JOH BOE implementing new web features t XPSL XJUI BOBMZUJDT UP VOEFSTUBOE CFIBWJPVS analysis, site traffic, campaign effectiveness t XPSL XJUI B WBSJFUZ PG JOUFSOBM TUBLFIPMEFST UP create and enhance site design , content and navigation t JEFOUJGZ BOE NBOBHF JTTVF SFTPMVUJPO JODMVEJOH escalation as needed t DSFBUF QSPKFDU TUBUVT SFQPSUT BOE EFMJWFS TUBUVT updates to project participants Key Competencies t &YDFMMFOU QSPKFDU NBOBHFNFOU TLJMMT BOE BUUFOUJPO to detail t "CJMJUZ UP NVMUJ UBTL QSJPSJUJ[F BOE QSPCMFN TPMWF t "CJMJUZ UP XPSL JOEFQFOEFOUMZ BOE BT QBSU PG BO A-Type team Role Essentials t 1PTU TFDPOEBSZ KPVSOBMJTN USBJOJOH PS XPSL JO B related field t &YQFSJFODF XJUI JOUFSQSFUJOH XFC BOBMZUJDT and determining best practices for audience engagement and retention t %FNPOTUSBCMF VOEFSTUBOEJOH PG TPDJBM NFEJB BOE related best practices (Facebook, Twitter), and monitoring tools (HootSuite, TweetDeck, etc). t &YQFSJFODF XJUI BVEJP BOE WJEFP QSPEVDUJPO editing We want you to bring new ideas to an old industry. We are looking to expand in areas we havenâ€™t even thought of yet. As a trusted second-in-command to the Director of Content, you will help generate ideas for site improvements, then work with our technical team to make them happen. Applications will be accepted until Dec. 31, 2012. Rob DeMone Director of Content, Black Press B.C. #310 - 5460 152 Street Surrey, B.C. V3S 5J9 &NBJM webeditor@blackpress.ca For more details, visit www.blackpress.ca Only those candidates short-listed will be called for interviews. www.blackpress.ca

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Obituaries BARSON Elizabeth

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Barson on November BarsOn 22, 2012 at the Chilliwack General Hospital. Elizabeth (McInally) Barson was born to Hugh McInally and Mary McInally at 29 Blackfriars St., Glasgow Scotland, November 9, 1928. Elizabeth was predeceased by her husband, John Fraser Barson of Glasgow Scotland; mother, Mary Kelly and father, Hugh McInally of Scotland; younger brother, Hugh (Junior) of Australia and sister Catherine Sequin of Manitouwadge, Ontario. Elizabeth is survived by sisters Mary Sullivan of Dalmeny Saskatchewan, Alice McGowan of Blackpool, England, Leslie Harris of Shropshire England and Carol Craig of Cochrane, Alberta. Elizabeth is also survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Mary (Gene) and sons, John (Liz), Wayne (Carol), Gordon (Diana), Cameron (Joanne) and Ronald (Daphne) Barson, grandchildren: Shannon, Alex, Brittany, Brennan, Ben, Ian, Kristina and Katrina; great grandchildren and many nephews and nieces. Elizabeth immigrated to Canada in 1957 with husband John Fraser, daughter Elizabeth and son John. Living in Manitouwadge Ontario and Uranium City Saskatchewan until the late 60’s, when they moved out west to Tahsis, Vancouver Island, BC, eventually settling in Sardis and finally Chilliwack in 1970. Elizabeth, aka Betty or “Mrs. B”, was a fun loving, witty woman. She was a strong, compassionate mother who loved to dance and was a devout (spirited) Canucks fan. Although Betty worked in retail with the Salvation Army and other clothing outlets, her greatest achievement was raising 5 boys on her own. Shortly past her 84th birthday, with friends and family by her side, Elizabeth departed from this world peacefully, on her own terms. In loving memory, there will be a celebration of Elizabeth’s life at

a later date. In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family request that donations be made to a foundation or charity of your choosing. Condolences can be mailed to: elizabethbarson@ shaw.ca

DWVINICZUK Shirley Anne

It is with great sadness and tears in my eyes that I announce the passing of my mother, Shirley DWVInICZUK Anne Dwviniczuk. She fought a courageous battle against cancer and passed away with family at her bedside on November 21, 2012 at Abbotsford Hospital at the age of 75 years. Shirley Anne Elmourne was born in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia on December 20, 1936 to William and Mary Elmourne. She was the oldest of eleven children. She joined the Royal Canadian Air Force at the age of 19. Her first posting was to Winnipeg, MB. It was there that she met her future husband, George Dwviniczuk. George and Shirley were stationed in Halifax, Nova Scotia when I, their only child was born. Over the following years, they were posted to several military bases in Canada and Europe. Shirley was a licensed Practical Nurse until she retired in 1998. She loved nursing and truly cared for the patients. Often, she could be heard whistling while she worked. Her steps are all over the wards of Chilliwack General Hospital. Mom loved spending time with her family and especially her grandchildren, Kristin and Kyle. Her son-inlaw, Harry was her go to man when she needed something done. She was a wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and special friend to many. Shirley enjoyed her little spot at the Glen, sharing stories around the campfire with her friends. Later, when she was retired, Shirley loved little trips to the casinos. I would like to thank all of the friends and family that supported us during this difficult time. To VDG, you gave me strength. And, as our day

once passes to the next, we will remember the final time we held you hand and said “I love you”. We will never forget you. Shirley is now in heaven because that is just where she was meant to be. So try not to cry and remember the beautiful lady that graced us with her presence. Shirley is lovingly remembered by her husband, George Dwviniczuk, daughter Doreen Dwviniczuk (Harry Faber), granddaughter Kristin Dwviniczuk, granddaughter Jackie Bovee (Dan), grandson Kyle Gero, granddaughter Julianna Faber; brothers & sisters, Catherine Sullivan, Ada Keough (Irvin), Joseph Elmourne (Lori), Edmond Elmourne, Heather Elmourne, Mary Kemkemian, George Elmourne and Doreen Elmourne. She is predeceased by her parents William Thomas and Mary Theresa Elmourne, sister Sandra McKay and brother William Elmourne. A funeral service was held on November 26, 2012 at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church with Father Santos officiating. Memorial Donations may be made in Shirley’s name to the SPCA. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca. Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Avenue, Chilliwack, BC V2P 1B5 (604) 793.4555

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ERICKSON Lloyd Vernie

July 10, 1925 - Dec. 8, 2012 Lloyd Vernie Erickson passed away peacefully at the Waverly Seniors Village in Chilliwack. ErICKsOn He leaves behind his wife Margaret of 63 years and his children, Joyce/ Doug, Gordon/Audrey, Tracy/widow of Gary, Sheryl/ Ed, Marilyn/Khamis and Melo’Dee/Brian, 13 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and 2 great, great grandchildren. He is predeceased by his

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parents, Morris and Louise Erickson, all 8 of his siblings, Henry, Fritz, Victor, Jennie, Clara, Arnold, Waiter and Oscar. His son Gary Lloyd died on December 6,1997. Lloyd was born in Mallaig, Alberta, the youngest son of Morris and Louise Erickson, homesteaders from Norway. He left Alberta and moved his family to Quesnel in 1956 where he worked falling timber and at the Brown Miller Saw Mill. In 1967, the family moved to Chilliwack and then to Yarrow where Lloyd worked for the School Board as a custodian until he retired in 1988. Lloyd and Margaret started the Green Thumb vegetable stand on their property along Number 3 Road where they sold their produce for over twenty-five years. In 1992, they sold the acreage and moved into Chilliwack until they took up residence at the Waverly in 2005. A celebration of Lloyd’s life will be held on Saturday, December 15, Woodlawn Funeral Home, 45865 Hocking Ave., Chilliwack, BC at 2pm. Everyone is welcome to share a time of fellowship and remembrance of Lloyd. Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Avenue, Chilliwack, BC V2P 1B5 (604) 793.4555

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GRATTAN Marjorie Eleanor (Meg) On Wednesday, December 5, 2012, at the age of 98, Marjorie (Meg) Grattan joined her be- GraTTan loved husband Roderick and their first born daughter Judith in heaven. She is survived by her sons Peter (Rilla) and Ron (Judy), daughter Pam (Bill), grandchildren Marshall (Jill), Tricia (T.O.) and Mike (Kate), and great grandchildren Tristan and Malcolm. Meg was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, where she met and married Roderick

in 1939. As Rod was a bush pilot in northern Quebec and Ontario, she accompanied him to many remote locations, often living in a 12 foot square tent. During this time, Meg and Rod were blessed with two sons. In 1947, Rod retired and the family moved to Duncan, B.C. Soon after settling on Quamichan Lake, their daughter Pamela was born. Meg was very involved as a volunteer with community organizations. She worked with the Scouting Movement for many years and was also a member of the Cowichan District Hospital Woman’s Auxiliary, St. Peter’s Anglican Church Woman’s Auxiliary and the Cancer Society. Throughout the years Meg and Rod sponsored many underprivileged children overseas. Meg and Rod moved to Chilliwack in 2000 to be closer to family. Rod lived in the extended care unit at Chilliwack General Hospital and passed away in 2001. Meg lived in the Lynnwood Retirement Residence for ten years and in Glenwood Care Home in Agassiz for the past two years. Meg requested her body be donated to UBC for medical education, exemplifying her giving nature. Her ashes will be placed with Rod’s at St. Peter’s Anglican Church in Duncan. Meg was a strong, wise, loving woman who taught many values and life lessons that are still part of all of us who knew and loved her. A special thank you to the staff at Glenwood Care Home for the wonderful care and support given to our mother and us over the last two years. There will be no funeral at this time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

TINGLEY Henry (Harry) John

Sept. 1, 1928 - Dec. 1, 2012 Born in Port Clements, Queen Charlotte Islands, BC. It is with sadness and heavy hearts TInGLEY that we said goodbye to our Dad and Grandfather. He is survived by his loving soul mate and life’s dance partner Myrna. His children Wayne (Shelly) and Kelly (Dean), four grandchildren who he was very proud of; Blake, Shayne, Krista and Danielle, his sisters Lily and Doris. He was a proud logger and a retired member of the I.W.A. Memorial service will be held at Cedar Valley Church, 32840 Janzen Ave., Mission, BC on Friday, December 14th at 1:30 pm.

VANDER WAAL John Jacob

Our Lord was pleased to take our father from us. John Jacob Vander Waal passed away VanDEr WaaL peacefully on December 7, 2012 at Cascade Lodge at the age of 73 years. Born in the Netherlands, John immigrated to New Jersey USA, married Pamela and later moved to Iowa to work as a Dairy Farmer. In 1977 they moved to Canada with their children and operated Rosedale Greenhouses until retirement. Shortly after retirement, John developed Alzheimer’s and moved to the Cascade Lodge. The family wishes to thank Dr. Hirst

and especially the dedicated care givers at Cascade Lodge. Also, thanks to all who supported and visited Dad and Mom during his illness. John is lovingly remembered by his wife Pamela; children, Stan & Wilma Vander Waal, Virginia & Henk Mulder, Tonia & Bert Van Hierden, Sharon & Sam Klaassen, Julia & Blaine Meissner, John & Cathy Vander Waal, Mary & John Hofstede, Gary & Sue Vander Waal, Henk & Julia Vander Waal, and Louise DeVries; 34 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. He is predeceased by his parents and his brother, Aart. Public Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 12 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm at Bethel Netherlands Reformed Congregation, 8920 Broadway St. Chilliwack. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, December 13 at Bethel Netherlands Reformed Congregation; Rev. P. van Ruitenburg officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donation may be made in John’s name to Sunset Manor. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca. Isaiah 40:31 But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Avenue, Chilliwack, BC V2P 1B5 (604) 793.4555

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Broadway Maples Apts

APARTMENT/CONDO

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Call Verna, 604-819-0445

STOP RENTING RENT TO OWN No QualiďŹ cation Required, Flexible Terms! Cloverdale â€“ 60th Ave &176th St. Spacious 742 sf. 1 Bdrm. Condo. Only $880/mo. Option Fee Required 604-657-9422

Chilliwack, move into this renovated, 4 bdrm, full bsmt home for Christmas, twin-sealed windows, 2.5 bath, RV prkg, in-law accommodation, awesome mtn view from exlg deck. $329,000. (604)795-7101

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Free premium cable, $80 value. WE CATER TO SENIORS!

RENTALS

Chilliwack, 9501 Robson St. 3 bdrm, 1 bath, patio, W/D, clean, freshly painted, 2nd floor, avail. now, $825/m Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077

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With over 240 locations, Kal Tire is the largest independently owned tire dealer in Canada. Our business philosophy centers on exceeding our customerâ€™s expectations and relies on our entrepreneurial team members to providing exceptional customer service. We currently have an opening for an Automotive Technician. This position involves working in a fast paced retail environment with a focus on front end, brakes, shocks, wheel alignment and vehicle maintenance. Wheel alignment and under-car experience an asset. Requirements: t 4DIFEVMFE 5VFTEBZ UP 4BUVSEBZ BN QN t )PME B QSPWJODJBMMZ SFDPHOJ[FE USBEF T UJDLFU t *OTQFDU EJBHOPTF BEKVTU TFSWJDF SFQBJS B XJEF WBSJFUZ PG vehicles. t "TTJTU JO JEFOUJGZJOH QPUFOUJBM NFDIBOJDBM TBMFT XJUI UFBN members. t 1SPNPUF B UFBN TQJSJU t *OUFSFTUFE BQQMJDBOUT TIPVME CF NPUJWBUFE IBWF TUSPOH interpersonal skills, and want to provide excellent customer service. t $POUSJCVUFT UP B TBGF BOE FOWJSPONFOUBMMZ SFTQPOTJCMF workplace. t 4VQQMZ BOE NBJOUBJO QFSTPOBM UPPMT t 8JMM BMTP CF SFRVJSFE UP EP UJSF JOTUBMMBUJPOT Kal Tire offers a motivating and fun atmosphere, empowering and supportive work culture. With a competitive salary and benefits programs, as well as the opportunity to participate in QSPĂĽU TIBSJOH ,BM 5JSF DPVME CF KVTU UIF DBSFFS NPWF ZPV WF been looking for! Interested applicants should submit their resumes by Dec. 20, 2012 in person to 44408 Yale Rd., West, Chilliwack. For additional information about Kal Tire please visit our website at www.kaltire.com

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APARTMENT/CONDO

LANAI Apartments

REAL ESTATE

Chilliwack

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Ice skates, Easton Synergy Octane. menâ€™s sz 7, like new, $50. call (604)846-4363

706

9462 Cook St.

FURNITURE

HOUSES FOR SALE

MORTGAGES

Highest Prices Paid for Old Coins Change, Sets, Gold, Olympic Local Collector 604-701-8041

FREE SOFA - GOLD in colour, 3 seater, good condition. Must pickup. Please call: (604)846-1992

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636

RENTALS

GARAGE SALES

FULLY SEASONED, Alder, Maple, Birch. Split & Delivered. Free kindling. Phone 604-789-1492 anytime

548

HK PLUMBING & HEATING. 24 hour service. Call (604)824-8817 or cell: 604-316-4811

Mainland RooďŹ ng Ltd.

551

Impressive new 8â€™ metal windmill, still in box, $95 free assembly 793-7714 ------------------------------------------------Light weight 16â€™ one pce. alumn. ladder $40 8â€™ step $50, 793-7714 ------------------------------------------------

Tires, BF Goodrich P195/65R15, 4, $65, office desk, mahogany colour, corner, $145; portable TV, white, remote, $35; luggage rack for Ford Sport Trac, $125; walnut colour pendulum clock, $55; candy machine, 40â€?high, $59. (604)769-2865

563

REAL ESTATE

*NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET* Pillow Top in Plastic. Mfr. Warranty Must Sell $200 ~ 604-484-0379

Bird baths, fountains, old platform scales, post drills $100 or less 793-7714 ------------------------------------------------------

Lrge 72 hour â€˜ultimateâ€™ ice chest or folding camper steps $50 choice 793-7714 ----------------------------------------------------Small - med. dog houses $30-$50, lrge ones & wire cages avail 793-7714 --------------------------------------------------Antique trunk $100, obo, spectacular flat top brass covered avail 793-7714

FURNITURE

*NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET* Pillow Top in Plastic. Mfr. Warranty Must Sell $200 ~ 604-484-0379

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Seasoned fire wood, delivered. Call (604)819-3197 after 3pm

PLUMBING

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

548

Cart of power tools (working) $10$30, great xmas gifts 793-7714 ------------------------------------------------

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(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

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Used galv. roofing 6â€™-12â€™, example $100 covers 12â€™x20â€™ act now 793-7714 ------------------------------------------------Mobility walker folding $30, deluxe 4 wh. brake and seat $70 793-7714 ------------------------------------------------New portable pet carrier for travel or visitation $30, pet door $70 793-7714 ------------------------------------------------Elec. oil filled heater $20, fan heater $10, multi ladder $60, 793-7714 -------------------------------------------------

Steel rim, 15x15.5, $25; 2 dozen wine bottles, $10; 20â€? Toshiba TV, stand/cupboards, $25. 858-3968

Running this ad for 8yrs

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UNDER $100

Clock collection $10 & up, old radios, $50 & less, 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------New electric sno blower would be $400, now is $100 like new 793-7714 -------------------------------------------------

POOL TABLE, 4â€™3.5x8â€™, good condition. $75. (604)795-9207

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Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reli778.344.1069

523

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Antiques-laundry plunger, tubs, carvings, glass scr. brds, milk cans $30 793-7714 -------------------------------------------------------

CHIHUAHUA, FEMALE, 1 year old, long hair, $500. Please call 604-794-7347

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Refâ€™s required, no pets Crime-free multi-housing Call for appt. 604-792-3010 or leave message

CHILLIWACK. 2 bdrm, available jan 1. incl launder hook-ups. $680/m (604)703-9076

Chilliwack

46030 Princess Ave. Fresh and clean Recently renovated 1 Bdrm.............$600/mo Avail Nov 1 2 Bdrm.............$700/mo 3 Bdrm...............$800/m Available Now

Chilliwack. 2 bd, clean, spacious, private yard, quiet setting. 4 appl., in-ste laundry, n/p, n/s, $750+hydro. 604-793-9000/604-799-2818

4 appl., secure bldg, small pet negot. Must have refâ€™s.

CHILLIWACK, 2 bdrm, 3 appl., 1st flr, 1100 sqâ€™. Avail. Dec 1. $675/m. (604)793-9236

Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage (604)792-0077

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STORAGE

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TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

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TRANSPORTATION

RECREATIONAL/SALE

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

CHILLIWACK AREA, 1 , 2 & 3 bedrooms, family building close to schools, shopping and bus. Parking, cable, laundry incl. small pet ok, avail now. Rob, 604-316-5404. CHILLIWACK

LAKESIDE COURT

Chilliwack

Starting @ $500/m 1 bdrm, avail now. Adult oriented. Heat, hot water window coverings incl, most suites with balcony, laundry on 1st flr with elevator, (604)824-0264 9430 Nowell St.

Mini Storage Ltd 45648 Storey Ave

Chilliwack quiet sec lrg 2 bd, ldry deck, $750-$775 & 1 bdrm $575 Nr bus/shops Incl cbl 604-703-1401

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

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Vedder Plaza Apts 45645 Lark Rd (off Vedder Rd South)

(604)858-9832 17 suites -1&2 bdrms Heat included, some with balcony views, laminate flrs, quiet, bath bars, free share laundry included, near bus route, close to amenities, n/p, no BBQ’s. Starting at $660/per mo.

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CHILLIWACK

Tenant pays hydro incl., fully reno’d, new appliances, free cable, free on site laundry, parking, garden avail., sm pet by terms. Application and ref’s req’d. Avail. immed. Call, 604819-1924

2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

SUITES, LOWER

CHWK bachelor ste, Columbus Manor N/S N/P. Jan 1. Incl heat/water. 604-997-7337, 604-792-5173

sardis holdings.

Chilliwack, newly reno’d, inste W/D, cable, hi-spd inet/wifi, 1 bdrm-$750; 2 bdrm-$900/m. Avail soon. 1-778994-8734 or 604-792-0749

QUIET, CLEAN, SECURE,

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750

Chilliwack. Move-In Special. Spacious 1 bdrm, balcony, FREE heat, h/w & parking, elevator. Great Mary St. location. $625/m. 604-702-0722

2 bedroom $800/m

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45810 First Ave., West Newly updated, large, 1 & 2 bedroom, 2 bath condos in secure and well maintained building. Secure parking, elevator with wheel chair access. Walk across the street for shopping, next to library, park. Includes 3 appliances, window coverings, insuite storage, laundry on every floor. Onsite manager. Available now. 604-792-1506 for details

845

(behind 7/11 in Sardis)

Mountain Village Apts 9482 Williams St. Some of Chilliwack’s Largest apartments.

Bright, extra large 1 bdrm............$550/m 2 bdrm............$675/m Heat & hot water, new carpet & lino, balcony, parking, coin laundry, elevator, cls to amenities, under new on-site mgmt. Ref’s req’d. 604-795-9492 to view

Chilliwack, senior building 55+, 1 bdrm avail now. $560/m. Heat & hot water & cable incl, cls to shopping & amenities. (604)703-9076

New Apt Building

CHILLIWACK, The Newmark, 2 bdrm. 2 bath, 5 appl., patio, u/grnd prkg. freshly painted. $800+/m Avail. Now . Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604 792 0077

Top ﬂoor, corner

Newer 2 bdrm No Rental Increase Guaranteed! Insuite laundry, microwave & dishwasher, electric f/p, hardwood floors, elevator, garbage disposal & storage. avail dec 31 1 (604)240-4003

Shaw Ave Apartments 7451 Shaw Ave 1 bdrms, $670/m 2 appl., n/p, n/s, elec bbq, storage available, bus route, walk to amenities, crime-free building, pets permitted. Onsite manager. We cater to seniors. Avail now.

CALL 604-846-8295

ABBOTSFORD 5261 Interprovincial Hwy near #1 & schls. Dble wide in VG cond. 2 bdrm., 2 bath, lge sundeck, sliding door off kitchen, all appl. 1.5 acres. City water. Ns/n/p. Avail. now. $1150. 604-377-8383

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CHILLIWACK: 2 Bdrm lower ste in 4-plex. Avail immed. $700/mo incl hydro/heat + use of backyard. N/S, N/P. Call (604)308-9882

CHILLIWACK, 3 bdrm, lg fenced yard, avail Jan 1. $1200/m. Pet ok, (604)793-4590 Chilliwack, 6576 Reid Rd, Sardis, Great Family Home, 4 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 kitchens, fr/st/dw/w/d, walking distance to all 3 levels of school, fnced yrd, single garage, pets negot. $1500/m, avail. Dec. 1, Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077

SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly & Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855

CHILLIWACK: 3 BDRM, spacious, above average suite, vaulted ceiling, b/i micro, d/w, b/i vac, lndry, strg shed, carport & lrg yard. Avail jan 1. $1250/mo utils included. Call Carol 604-316-4668

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1997 ARCTIC CAT Powder Special. Excellent condition. 580cc. 1 owner. $1850. obo. Call (604)850-1381 2003 ARCTIC CAT Z440. Fancooled snowmobile. Electric start, reverse, 121” track, twin carbs, 50 original miles $2,800. obo. (604)850-7381 Ask for Dave.

TOWNHOUSES

Chilliwack. Two Bedroom Townhouse near Yale and Hazel. Park at your door. Two floors. 1.5 Bathrooms. Includes washer and dryer hookup. No Pets. $780 Call 604845-0053

851

TRANSPORTATION 812 809

HOMES FOR RENT

CHILLIWACK 3 bdrm exec home on half acre in country. $1975/m. Call 1(250)449-8957

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

SUITES, UPPER

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

SKI RACK for sale. Thule 91725 Universal Flat Top. 6 Carrier. Universal mounting for 6 pairs skis/or 4 snowboards. Adaptable to most factory roof racks. $80. 604-3282837.

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West Yale Auto & Conversion Ltd. General repairs to rebuilding. We do it all! (604)793-9310

818

CARS - DOMESTIC Ext. van, 130K, 7 pass. loaded, Excellent condition. Only $5450! 604.556.4242

AUTO FINANCING

CHILLIWACK lg home on acreage (optional), exc priv. loc, barns, suit long term, refs. 1 (604)853-5195

1993 MERCEDES 500 SEL, blue, kept in gar., no accidents, immac. cond. $10,000 obo (604)302-1933

FAIRFIELD ISLAND, very neat & clean 3 bdrm. home, 2 baths, a/c, w/d incl., nr. park. N/S N/P. jan 1. $1400. 604-819-1110

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748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION Chilliwack. Working person to share 4 bd furn heritage home, fenced yard, close to amen./bus, avail now, Must see. $500/m. (604)2941678

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DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

Rosedale, share home. room w/private bath. Suit working person. ref. n/s, non-drinkers, laundry, $450/m incl. util. Avail now. 604-794-3930

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736

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CHILLIWACK 46289 Yale Rd, Newmark. 1 bdrm + den, 6 appl., patio, u/grnd prkg. $725/mo. Avail. now . Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604 792 0077

1996 22’ SLUMBER QUEEN 5th wheel. Interior like new, has to be seen to appreciate. New stereo, back up camera, new HD antenna, m/w, a/c. Includes hitch. $6,500. 604-625-7761 Aldergrove.

2010 VENZA: Like new, only 20,000 kms, fully loaded, automatic, 6 cylinder, dvd system. $22,800. 604-575-5555.

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