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Firefighters from several Chilliwack halls were on scene at a house fire in the 51000-block of Old Yale Road in Rosedale Sunday night. The call came in around 10 p.m. Sunday, and crews arrived to find the two-storey home fully engulfed in flames. Witnesses said they heard several loud explosions coming from the house before firefighters arrived. The fire was so intense that it consumed the gas meter, producing a small gas leak that required Fortis to disconnect services at the road. The home was completely destroyed. It is not believed anyone was home at the time. Firefighters worked for two hours to control the fire The cause of the fire is under investigation by the RCMP and by fire department officials.

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Board to vote on early French immersion tonight If approved, the program would add $1 million in additional operating costs Alina Konevski The Progress

The future is bleak for an early French immersion program in Chilliwack. Ahead of a final vote on the option at Tuesday’s public board meeting, superintendent Evelyn Novak has laid out the projected costs. In its first year of implementation, potentially 2014-15, EFI would cost $578,035. This amount would cover the first batch of 20 kinder-

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garten and 22 Grade 1 EFI students for one year. In subsequent years, as this group moves up the EFI education ladder and additional classes join the bottom ranks, the cost would multiply, reaching over $1 million in annual operating costs within five years. The school district already projects a budget deficit of $200,000 for the upcoming year. “This would be an additional budget consideration,” said Novak of the EFI program. “We would

have to go back to our budget and reduce areas that we’re currently doing. We would have some cutting.” The entire federal grant that the district receives for running a French immersion program is allocated to the current Late French Immersion classes, about $140,000 annually. An EFI program would not trigger any additional provincial or federal funding, other than a total of $15,000 for resources. The only hope for additional funding would be from students enrolling in the district who would not have otherwise, which would increase the

district’s per pupil grant. “We heard the parents in wanting to have it implemented. We wanted to make it work. The board believes in programs of choice and offering a variety of programs to students. They believe French immersion is valuable. It’s the other challenges that impact the decision as well,” said Novak. The school board is not considering combining the EFI class grades, and the cost would be the same if fewer than the highest number of students enroll in the program. The Chilliwack chapter of Canadian Parents for French, a

group that advocates for an EFI program, is optimistic that the vote tomorrow night will go in their favour. “I’m excited because it’s the closest thing we’ve seen to actually having an early French immersion program in Chilliwack,” said president Jocelyn Thomas. “I think if every other district can do it, we should be able to as well.” If the board approves the program, Novak has recommended that Cheam Elementary School serve as the site because it has two possible classrooms available. Continued: FRENCH/ p5

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Keep medical marijuana off farmland, cities say Lower Mainland leaders say new pot factories an industrial use Jeff Nagel Black Press

Lower Mainland politicians want any new licensed medical marijuana factories built on industrial land, not already scarce farmland. A resolution passed Thursday by the Lower Mainland Local Gover nment Association (LMLGA) urges the Union of B.C. Municipalities to lobby for the industrial-only land restriction as the federal government prepares to approve new large-scale indoor growers. Ottawa announced in January it will phase out individual licences for medical marijuana users to

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grow pot in their own homes and instead have all medical pot grown and distributed by highly regulated, secure commercial operators. Surrey Coun. Linda Hepner said medical marijuana is a pharmaceutical that should be grown in industrial zoned areas rather than competing against food crops for agricultural land that’s already too expensive for some prospective conventional farmers. “We would be utilizing a lot of agricultural land for something that could be in a greenhouse environment in an industrial zone,” Hepner said. “We don’t want to see all our agricultural food space in marijuana,” added outgoing LMLGA

president Barbara Steele. Also backing the resolution were several politicians from Fraser Valley communities. The federal health ministry intends to launch the new system by April of 2014. Maple Ridge Mayor Ernie Daykin is one local leader who disagreed. “We feel very strongly our industrial park is not the appropriate place,” he said. The main concerns, Daykin said, are odour for neighbours and whether operators have tough enough security to fend off growrips by gangsters. Maple Ridge wanted the federally regulated pot growers to

instead be limited to agricultural parcels, with large setbacks, similar to what would be used for a mushroom or hog farm. “We’ve got somebody who is already interested in putting up a 26,000 square foot facility,” Daykin said. Hydroponic pot farms grown in well-gated industrial buildings would still be a good fit on lowquality agricultural land with marginal soils, he said. Daykin dismissed concerns that weed might crowd out food crops. “The reality is there’s probably only going to be 60 to 70 of these facilities across the country,” he said. “We might get one or we might not get one. It won’t hurt my feelings if we don’t.”

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A local fisherman made a grisly find early Saturday morning in the Fraser River near Cannor Road. A First Nations fisherman told RCMP he was pulling in his net, and found it surprisingly heavy. When it was about four metres from shore, he noted a partially submerged body in a black jacket had come to the surface. “Before the net could be brought in, the body broke free from the net and rolled back into the river,” reported Cpl. Len vanNieuwenhuizen. RCMP say it was impossible to tell the gender or ethnicity of the body, but it was described as someone with a small build, about 180 lbs, wearing a black jacket with a zipper on the wrist area. Chilliwack Search and Rescue volunteers were called to the scene to assist with extensive river patrols but to no avail. Given the strength and speed of the river current, Search and Rescue groups from Abbotsford and Mission were activated to start patrols as well. RCMP Air Services called out the Air 1 helicopter for an aerial search, however both air and water searches did not recover the body that had gotten caught in the net. Police agencies are seeking information about any missing persons who may match the description, and Chilliwack RCMP are actively investigating.

A big concern for Daykin and other Lower Mainland leaders is what will be done to enforce the shutdown of existing federally approved medical marijuana growers, which have long been criticized for safety hazards and ties to the illegal drug trade. Health Canada won’t share their locations with local cities, so civic teams continue to conduct fire safety inspections that root out many growers. Medical marijuana grows often turn out to be in violation of health, fire, building or plumbing safety regulations. “The big issue for us is the fire hazard – the grow ops in the residential areas that go up in smoke,” Steele said.

George Bowen of Custer, Wash. competes in the open walking horse plow division during the 91st annual Chilliwack Plowing Match at Fore Road and Highway 11 in Abbotsford on Saturday.The local match was held in conjunction with the Canadian Plowing Championships. More photos and full results of both competitions will be published later. JENNA HAUCK/ PROGRESS

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As waters of the Fraser River rise during the annual freshet, municipalities are collaborating on an integrated, regional approach to flood management. Chilliwack city councillor Jason Lum, who chairs of the Flood Control and River Management committee at the Lower Mainland Local Government Association, is a fan of the idea. “Taking a regional approach makes sense. Flood waters, should they overtop our works, will not stop when they reach the next municipal boundary. So an integrated approach is the way to go,” he said. It’s actually a strong message for whatever B.C. party is elected this week, said Lum. It means that communities are pledging up front to help each other and share information. “It also means that municipal governments are ready to work together to ensure the safety of our citizens, our assets and our economies.” A resolution to that effect passed as a late item off the floor at the May 7 LMLGA meeting during the policy resolution sessions, asking for multiyear funding. It was drafted by City of Chilliwack staff for the committee, and underwent a minor change that night before the affirmative vote at LMLGA. “Now that they’ve passed and endorsed it, it goes on to UBCM,” Lum said. Union of B.C. Municipalities can then lobby the province to make Continued: Flood/ p4

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RCMP collecting unwanted meds Jennifer Feinberg The Progress

Prescription drug abuse is becoming rampant among youth. In response, the National Prescription Drop-off event continues this week at RCMP detachments across the province by way of prevention. “The goal is to provide the public with the opportunity to turn over all unwanted prescription medications so they can be safely and properly destroyed,” BC RCMP spokesman Asst. Commissioner Randy Beck. According to a 2009 study, a fifth of students from Grades 7-12 have used a prescription drug without a doctor’s prescription. Often they were stolen, obtained

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governments stand willing to work together on common issues around flooding and river management. We believe it will strengthen the case for more senior government funding.” Making the business case is the first step, he said. “What I think will come of that is the idea that we want a more

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People are seizing the province’s offer of more opportunities to vote. Advance voting for this election is up 25 per cent in Chilliwack, and 64 per cent in Chilliwack-Hope, as compared to voting in the 2009 election. A total of 6,758 people cast their ballots last week, Wednesday to Friday, in the Chilliwack and Chilliwack-Hope ridings, out of the 72,382 registered voters. These figures do not include advance voting on Saturday.

District electoral officer for Chilliwack-Hope, Bev Kennedy, believes that the remarkable rise in advance voting in the riding is due to heavier television and print advertising, and campaigning on social media. Provincially, 25 per cent more ballots were cast last week than in the same period in 2009. Advance voting has been steadily increasing since 1996,

when it stood at only 6 per cent of the total people who voted. By the 2009 election, 18 per cent of all votes came through the advance polls. Since 2001, the province offered advance voting on four days, and extended the hours to the current 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in 2009.

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Novak admits that it may be difficult for parents to bring their children to the school, located off Yale Road East, as more parents prefer an EFI program on the south side. “We looked carefully at spaces on the south side, and there isn’t

space to add an early French immersion program in any of our schools,” said Novak. “One of the challenges would be displacement of possible students from their home community school.” Cheam Elementary might serve as a temporary site, until one of the new schools in

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The world is behind in taking effective action on emissions reduction to help mitigate the accumulating atmospheric carbon causing warming. Harford said we are about to hit the CO2 benchmark of 400 parts per million, putting us on track for 450 ppm in 2025, the point of no return. At this level, climate experts predict global temperatures to rise four to eight degrees, profoundly redefining biodiversity, food production and security, sea levels, and extreme weather events. The April reading was 398.35 ppm as recorded by the Scripps CO2 Program at the Mauna Loa Observatory in Hawaii. While the Harper government has been frustratingly slow dealing with global warming, there have been some initiatives. “Natural Resources Canada has invested in “Regional Adaptation Collaboratives” (RACs) that match

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This year a milestone has passed. The atmosphere now has 400 parts per million (ppm) of carbon dioxide. This level is higher that at any time since humans have been on the planet and the consequences are frightening. Before our fossil fuel (coal, oil and natural gas) burning, the amount varied from 180 ppm (ice ages, 8-9C cooler than today) to 280 ppm (pleasant interglacial such as we had 50 years ago). The climate science community has pegged 350 ppm as the maximum sustainable safe amount; we need to reduce the amount with the utmost urgency. The full effects of 400 ppm are not completely known, but

enough is known that we can safely say our children will be very angry at us for choosing for this to happen. The carbon dioxide will stay in the air for hundreds of years, warming the earth to higher and higher temperatures during that time. The Alberta bitumen ‘tar’ sands alone contain enough carbon to raise the temperature by 0.3C . A 1C temperature causes something like a 10 per cent drop in global food production. So the Aberta carbon will leave roughly 200 million people without food. In addition BC exports coal and is talking about liquefied natural gas too. What can we do? With all the

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A class of Grade 9 Vedder Middle School students spent a Monday two weeks ago photographing the Sea-to-Sky mountain range in order to identify geological ages that formed its various rock layers. They visited Brandywine Falls in Squamish to see how lava flow rock from Mt. Garibaldi’s eruptions has eroded to create the waterfall. And another day they studied rocks close up at the Britannia Mine Museum. The 27 students are part of Vedder Middle’s inaugural Outdoor Education Academy. Over the past year, they have spent every second day in the program, busy with activities such as hiking, canoeing, skiing, and snowshoeing, to learn about the natural environment. At the end of the year, the academy grants them credits for Grade 9 science, social studies, physical education, and outdoor education. While part of an effort to take learning outside of the classroom,

the program has seen clear benefits to self-confidence and competence among youth. “I’ve seen a lot of students realizing that they can do a lot more, and are a lot better at things than they ever thought they would be,” said teacher Chris Falk, who runs the program with another teacher, Jason Shea. “We have a few people for sure that you can just see that their confidence in themselves, from beginning of year to now, is far more improved.” The students have also become a tight-knit group. “You actually have to get along with people if you’re going to camp with them for three days,” said outdoor ed student Amber Howard. The teachers balance the program by doing more classwork during the winter, when there are fewer outdoor trips. “And also, as often as we can, we’re trying to apply those social studies and those science classes to the things that we’re doing when we’re out there,” said Falk. Some classes count only for

physical and outdoor education, but that knowledge — for example, canoe paddling skills developed on Cultus Lake — allows the students to head on trips to learn about their environment. Student Danyka Van Santen said that she has not fallen behind her peers in the traditional academic program. “We do learn the same amount of stuff, just in different ways,” she said. One major advantage to the program, according to Falk, is being able to disregard the traditional block structure of middle school programming, where teachers have students for set time blocks of about an hour each. That makes it very difficult to organize trips. Falk and Shea have dedicated significant personal time to the program, such as all the extra trips they have made to plan out student activities. “Every trip we’ve done, we’ve made sure we’ve gone and scouted it out beforehand...We’ve gotten very efficient at very fast

hiking to get it done,” said Falk. There were no injuries this year, and the teachers have undergone specialized professional development to be prepared to handle emergency situations. Both have advanced wilderness first aid certifications, Shea completed a swiftwater rescue course, and Falk an avalanche course. Falk expects the time commitment to decrease with more years with the program. The academy system has become popular in Chilliwack, because it allows public schools to charge for academic programming. Five Chilliwack schools offer a total of seven academies, covering baseball, golf, hockey, soccer, and outdoor ed. The Academy system has received criticism for being elitist, and presenting high financial barriers to entry. The program’s price ticket, which includes all transport, equipment rentals, and guides, is set at $800. Not every family can afford that. Falk insists that the outdoor ed program is different, because

it is significantly less expensive than the others, and it is multidisciplinary. “We want everyone to apply. Once we figure out if it’s a good fit for you, we want to work with the parents to make sure we can make that fee as easy as possible,” said Falk, who also spends time looking for funding opportunities. The future plan is to establish bursaries so that students who would especially benefit from the non-traditional outdoor learning environment would not be left out. This includes students who think they would learn better outside of the classroom, who would like to get into better shape, or who would like to try different outdoor activities. The program is fully booked for next year with 30 students, out of the 40 that applied. Students seem thrilled with the program this year. “You get to try new things, and have fun doing it,” said student Amber Howard. akonevski@theprogress.com twitter.com/alinakonevski

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Experience Downtown... Sparkling location for Sparkling Ideas Sparking Ideas is celebrating more than two years of creative inspiration. And it’s doing it at a new location on Mill Street, next to Logan’s Home Hardware. For Svetlana Ivleva, it’s the continuation of a dream to bring her love and fascination with beadwork to the community. The support she has received since opening her business on at the former Yale Road location has made her grateful. Now, she’s inviting anyone with an artistic flair to check out her new location, which is bigger, brighter and boasts better parking. Ivleva’s fascination with beadwork started long before she opened Sparkling Ideas in downtown Chilliwack. Even as a little girl, she would snip apart her mother’s necklaces and use the beads to make her own creations, beginning a lifelong fascination with the technique of building individual artwork from a multitude of

interesting pieces. Beads have been a part of human history for thousands of years. They cross cultures and generations, employing different styles, techniques – even holding different significances. What captivates Ivleva are the possibilities – where the sum is truly greater than the parts. Provide the same material to five different people and the outcome will be five totally different works of art. The combinations are endless, she says. Not only can the creations be defined by the kinds of beads that are used, but also the kinds of stitches and techniques that are employed. Says Ivleva, her accent revealing her Russian heritage: “It’s basically a science; how to work with beads.” The finished works can be as diverse as a flower, a broach, or a pendant necklace. Sparking Ideas carries all the material you’ll need to turn your ideas into works of art.

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Chilliwack’s Ryan Bowen is on the Western Hockey League radar as a prospect with the Moose Jaw Warriors. Bowen is home for the summer, training with Paul Nicolls at the Xceed Training Center. SUBMITTED PHOTO

Ryan Bowen was sitting in science class on May 2 when he got the news. He was trying hard to focus on what the teacher was saying. Really he was. Then he saw his phone ring. It was his dad calling with some exciting news. The Moose Jaw Warriors had just selected the Chilliwack kid in the fifth round of the bantam draft. “They contacted me almost right away, and told me they were very happy to have picked me 94th overall,” Bowen said. And Moose Jaw general manager Alan Millar had more to say. “He said the team’s plan is hopefully to have me play as a 16-year-old, and run their power play at 17,” Bowen said. “I hope I can live up to their expectations.” Heady stuff indeed for a 14-year-old. The right winger is back in town now, already working to get ready for training camp.

Bowen will spend next season with the OHA’s midget prep squad. Before that, he’ll be skating at the Male U-16 BC Hockey Provincial camp. The camp includes the top 24 forwards, 14 defencemen and six goalies in the province. It takes place July 10-14 at the Nanaimo Ice Centre, giving Bowen plenty to prepare for. “The plan this summer is to concentrate on hockey and train with Paul Nicolls at the Xceed Training Center,” Bowen said. “Paul is the strength and conditioning coordinator for the Chilliwack Chiefs and has trained me since I was nine.” One of the few Chilliwack Minor Hockey products to hit the Western Hockey League radar in recent years, Bowen left the Fraser Valley this season to hone his craft at the Okanagan Hockey Academy. The coaching staff at OHA includes former National Hockey Leaguers Dixon Ward and Mike Needham. Bowen’s dad, Steven, says Needham, a Stanley Cup champion with Pittsburgh in 1992, has been essential to his son’s

development. “Ryan always loved hockey from a very young age, but as a December-born kid he always developed a little later than most of his age group,” Steven said. “Needham had a profound effect on him as a player. He challenged him all year on areas to improve his game, and it all seemed to come together toward the end of the season.” Among the 227 players drafted through 12 rounds, Bowen was the only one with Chilliwack roots. But with CMHA taking positive steps with their coaching and development programs, he hopes he represents the start of a trend. “I think it reflects well on Chilliwack minor hockey and I think it shows that CMHA is going in the right direction,” he said. “Chilliwack has made a lot of great improvements over the last few years, and I hope I’m the first of many more in the future.” Get the full bantam draft results online at whl.ca/prospects

Rugby girls lead the way PCSL women fight fatigue

Female rugby took a big step forward in Chilliwack this spring, with the introduction of a senior girls team at Sardis secondary school. And now, Chilliwack’s Crusader Rugby Club is looking to take it a step farther. The Crusaders hope to enter a U-18 girls team in the BC Rugby Union this fall, with the Sardis girls forming the nucleus. There’s plenty of talent to build around. The first-year Falcons went 5-2, with 215 points

for and just 104 against. Ashley Heisler led the team with 10 tries and Juliana Tuioti collected six. Sierra Hunter kicked converts with help from Sarah Muxlow. Becky Sturm, Tori Kuhn, Makayla Duval, Tyra Phillips and Ashton Goldthorp were all strong performers. “I’m proud of all the girls for the commitment and enthusiasm they showed throughout the season,” said coach Terry Puckey. “I believe

they will be all the better for this experience and we hope to do it all over again next year.” In related rugby news, the Crusaders are inviting all middle and high school players to Yarrow Sportsfield June 8 for the first ever Touch Rugby Festival. The event is planned as a fundraiser, fuelling youth rugby development through the Chilliwack Rugby Society. Get local rugby info online at chilliwackrugby. com.

Lenz siblings dominate meet Brandt Lenz collected two gold medals and one silver from the NorWesters Elementaries track and field meet, held May 4-5 at Burnaby’s Swangard Stadium. Competing in the 10-year-old boys division, the Chilliwack Track and Field Club athlete earned gold in long jump, leaping 3.52 metres. He added a first in shot-put with a toss of 6.75m, and placed sec-

ond in high jump, soaring 1.10m. 13-year-old Sienna Lenz collected hardware of her own, earning one gold, one silver and two bronze. She finished first in high jump with a mark of 1.35m. She placed second in shot-put with a toss of 8.38m and third in long jump (4.34m) and the 300m dash (44.90 seconds). A third Lenz, 11-year-

old Marin, placed second in long jump (3.78m) and third in the 200m dash (32.20s). Thir teen-year-old Nikki Gregory earned two podium finishes, with third place showings in the 100 and 200m dashes. Her time in the 100m was 13.57s. Her time in the 200m was 28.20s. 11-year-old Jake Janssens was third in the 600m run with a time of 2:02.36.

Chilliwack’s Pacific Coast Soccer League girls dropped a pair of games in the Okanagan last weekend, falling prey to injuries and fatigue. CFC took on Penticton SC Saturday at King’s Park, taking a 3-1 loss. “We were down 1-0 at the half, but we were pretty much equal with them,” said CFC coach Glenn Wilson. Brittany Roberts tied the game early in the second half with a 25-yard shot that caught the Penticton keeper out of position. The ball bounced off the cross bar and in. After that, fatigue started to set in.

Chilliwack was missing ace defender Adelle Gaudette, a player with a knack for making goal-saving plays. They were also missing midfielder/striker Carmet Devette. Both were out with injuries. Striker Kate Smith was playing hurt, but Wilson was limiting her minutes. When she played, she was a shadow of her normal self. “Then we have a lot of high schoolers on our roster who were playing their fourth or fifth games of the week, and fatigue started to set in after we tied the game up,” Wilson said. “Penticton scored in the 76th minute and added another soon after, and that was that.” The situation wasn’t any better Sunday as Chilliwack took on Kelowna United. Gaudette and Devette still out. Smith still hobbled.

Players still tired. “We knew it was going to be tough heading into Sunday’s game, but the plan was to give it everything they had for 90 minutes and see if they could scrap something out of it,” Wilson said. Late in the first half, with the game still scoreless, the feeling was that if they could just get to the break and recharge the batteries they’d have a chance. But on the very last play of the half, Kelowna scored on a corner kick. “That goal knocked the stuffing out of us,” Wilson said. The locals collected themselves at the break and dominated the second half. But they couldn’t put anything past the Kelowna keeper. “If the game had gone an extra five minutes...” Wilson lamented. The coach had lots of time to think on the long bus ride home.

Though his team is now 0-3 in early-season play, he isn’t discouraged. “We’ve got a lot of new faces and we’re a much younger group this year, but when we’ve got fresh legs we’re equal to teams like Penticton and Kelowna,” he said. “So I do like our chances going forward. We’ve got just under two weeks now before our next game to heal and get everyone back. I think we’ll start to kick on then.” That next game is May 25 as Chilliwack hosts the Fraser Valley Action. Game time will be 2 p.m. at Townsend Park. ● Chilliwack’s PCSL men’s team made the same Okanagan road trip, and had mixed results. The team lost 4-1 to Penticton on Saturday and beat Kelowna 3-1 Sunday. Get more league information online at pcsl.org

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Lions pitch in at Grizzlies camp The GW Graham Grizzlies hosted their first annual youth football camp on Saturday and had an outstanding turnout. Almost 200 kids between the ages of 6 and 12 attended the free camp. They were coached by Graham coaches and players through several skills stations and each camper received a t-shirt and water bottle. The camp wrapped up

with a talk from visiting BC Lions Keron Williams and Jabar Westerman, followed by a barbecue. “This camp is about growing football in Chilliwack,” said GW Graham head coach Laurie Smith. “It’s a great team game and there are fantastic opportunities to play here in Chilliwack.” Chilliwack has three organizations serving youths between the

ages of six and 22. GW Graham runs three teams for players in Grades 8 to 12. Chilliwack Minor Football runs teams for players between the ages of 6-18 and the BC Football Conference Valley Huskers provide junior football opportunities for players between the ages of 18-22. “We are very fortunate to have three great football organizations in

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Another come-frombehind effort saw Chilliwack rally from a 4-2 final-inning deficit to win 6-4. Amanda Marshall had a homerun, and Mercedes Schneider had the winning run for the Stealers. Game three was a laugher, a 15-1 win over the Surrey Storm. Ashley Guthrie was named game MVP. In their final game on a soggy Sunday morning, the Stealers beat the Ridge Meadows

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TRAVEL HARDING, Paul After a lengthy illness, Paul Harding died peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria B.C on April 24th, 2013. Paul is survived by his wife Shirley Harding. Mourning the loss of their dear Dad are Lori (Gary) Withell, Wendy (Darren) Lucas and John (Lori) Harding. His grandchildren Kaeli, Luc, Merrisa, Ashley, Troy and Jackson will sorely miss Grandpa and his stories. Pauls family was extended upon his 2nd marriage to Reg, Kathy, Robyn and Ryleigh Gilliespie of Langley, and Krista (Bryan) Petkau of Chilliwack, Jeff, Dianne, Al and Steven Gilliespie of Kamloops, and Kelly Shindle of Duncan and her son Tony of Port Coquitlam. There will be a Celebration of Paul’s life on Sunday, May 26th 2013, 2-5pm at The Cowichan Valley Inn in Duncan B.C. Please come and share your stories of Paul. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association of B.C in Paul’s memory.

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You will perform brake, safety and PM inspections and perform road repairs/ service calls (may include occasional work in Chilliwack). You will enjoy competitive wages, benefits and allowances and a safe, friendly and respectful workplace. You must have a valid Commercial Mechanic's Licence and be able to work flexible hours. To apply, please e-mail: chris.brown@firstgroup.com or fax 604-854-2960. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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The Abbotsford News is looking for an outstanding Graphic Designer to work on an on-call basis. This opportunity would work well for a designer currently working freelance, with a flexible schedule. The successful applicant will be a creative and highly-motivated team-player, able to work independently and effectively within deadlines with previous experience working in a business setting. A comprehensive working knowledge is required of CS6 on Mac OS X.

The Abbotsford News is looking for an outstanding Graphic Designer to fill a full time position (maternity leave coverage). The successful applicant will be a creative and highly-motivated team-player, able to work independently and effectively within deadlines with previous experience working in a business setting. A comprehensive working knowledge is required of CS6 on Mac OS X. If you’d like to be part of a great company and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, please send a resume detailing previous experience, and a portfolio showcasing your talent to:

If you’d like to be part of a great company and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, please send a resume detailing previous experience, and a portfolio showcasing your talent to: Alana Green Manager, Creative Services The Abbotsford News 34375 Gladys Avenue Abbotsford, BC V2S 2H5 alana@abbynews.com Closing date: May 31, 2013

Alana Green Manager, Creative Services The Abbotsford News 34375 Gladys Avenue Abbotsford, BC V2S 2H5 alana@abbynews.com Closing date: June 7, 2013 We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Required immediately a Fully Licensed Autobody Repair person. For a busy expanding autobody repair shop in beautiful Nakusp, BC. Wage negotiable upon experience. Call Kimâ€™s Kustom. 250-265-4012.

Credit and Collections Manager Black Press is a market-leading, community based, media company which publishes over 160 community newspapers and 110 websites throughout British Columbia, Alberta, Hawaii, Washington, Oregon and Ohio. Located in Abbotsford, our BC Finance Division is looking for a Credit and Collections Manager for its BC and Alberta Divisions. The ideal candidate will have experience in a businessto-business credit and collections environment. Must have an intermediate to advanced proficiency level with Microsoft Excel, and demonstrate successful leadership with the ability to communicate effectively in all forms. The Credit and Collections Manager will engage, manage and work to directly improve the activities of the credit department. Additionally, he/she will manage the administration of all credit activities including the credit approval process, collection of accounts receivables and the credit support function. Specifically, the Credit and Collections Manager will: â€˘ Supervise the work of 8 credit personnel â€˘ Develop/recommend/implement credit and collections policies and procedures â€˘ Make decisions regarding bad debt write-offs â€˘ Recommend and oversee both third party action and bankruptcy claims â€˘ Facilitate the balance between sales growth and credit risk Preference will be given to those with five plus years of managerial experience and who have completed or are currently enrolled in the Certified Credit Professional (CCP) Program. Your application should include a resume plus references and a cover letter outlining any relevant experience. Please submit your resume before Monday, May 16, 2013 to: Steve Schotts Controller, Black Press BC Division Black Press Group Ltd. 34375 Gladys Avenue, Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H5 E-mail: sschotts@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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Lube Supervisor

Chilliwack Ford is hiring for the position of rapid lube supervisor. If you are a motivated leader and customer service driven with an automotive mechanical background this is the position for you. We offer excellent wages and benefits and an exciting and dynamic work environment. To apply send your resume to hrdepartment@chilliwackford.com or apply in person to the service department.

Lube Technician

Chilliwack Ford is hiring for the position of lube technician. $13.34 per hour starting wage plus excellent benefits. Must have basic tools and automotive experience is preferred. If you would like to get your foot in the door to a career as an Automotive Service Technician this is the place to start. To apply send your resume to hrdepartment@chilliwackford.com or apply in person to the Service Department.

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The successful candidate will be required to meet sales targets by deepening relationships with existing clients and developing new business with an aggressive face-to-face cold calling mandate. The ability to work independently in an extremely fast paced environment while adhering to deadlines is a must. Candidates considered for the position will be results oriented, strong communicators, and be willing to learn and adapt in an ever changing business environment. A vehicle and a valid driverâ€™s license is required.

MEI Secondary is accepting applications for the following position that begins August 28, 2013: Humanities / Bible Teacher 1.0 FTE Please see www.meischools.com for details If you wish to apply for this position, please submit your resume, a cover letter, references and statement of faith, including where and when you were baptized by noon Friday, May 24, 2013 to: Lorraine Wind, Executive Assistant 4081 Clearbrook Road Abbotsford, BC V4X 2M8 Fax: 604-859-9206 Email: lwind@meischools.com www.meischools.com Note: only short-listed candidates will be contacted

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Cam Tran Pacific Ltd. is a leading manufacturer in the electrical utility industry. We are searching for reliable team players with a commitment to quality for day shift production line and repair positions at our Chilliwack, B.C., plant. Job requirements are a minimum Grade 12 or equivalent, fluent in English, and able to work in a fast paced, physically demanding production environment. Previous production team work or electro-mechanical assembly and LEAN/Team Improvement experience are assets. Skills including metal painting, welding/cutting, hand tools, or use of air powered hand tools will be used. We provide an excellent wage + production incentive and benefits package. If you are interested in joining our production team, email your covering letter, explaining how you match our needs, your Â resume and list of 3 past work history references to: ctpresume@camtran.com

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BALES Hilda â€˜Graceâ€™ Emma

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Mother, Hilda â€œGraceâ€? BALES Emma Bales, born Feb. 6, 1921 at Cache Lake, AB. Mom lived a good life, to age 92 years, when she died peacefully at Heritage Village Rest Home in Chilliwack where she resided for a very short time. Mom has gone to join her loving husband of 62 years, Arthur Lester Bales, our Father who predeceased her December 28, 2001. She will be lovingly remembered by her sons Ray (Beva) of North Vancouver, Harvey (Carol) of Surrey, Robert of Mission; and daughter, Elaine (Terry) of Chilliwack; 13 grandchildren, 13 greatgrandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and friends. A Graveside Memorial Service will be held at Vedder View Cemetery 44675 Watson Road, Chilliwack. Notification of time and date will follow. Hendersonâ€™s Funeral Homes & Crematorium Ltd. 45901 Victoria Avenue, Chilliwack, British Columbia (604) 792.1344

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HAMES Caroline Frances

(nee Currie) The family regrets to announce that Carol passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 7, 2013. HAMES Caroline Frances Hames (nee Currie) was born in Fredericton, NB, on April 24, 1930 and moved to Ottawa as a small child. She grew up in Ottawa and moved to southern Alberta following WWII. She met and married Eric Arthur Hames in 1950. They settled in Chilliwack in 1958. In 1972, following Ericâ€™s retirement, they moved to Vancouver Island and remained there until Ericâ€™s death in 1989. Carol then returned to Chilliwack. She was a successful and active duplicate Bridge player, competing at local, regional and international competitions. Her other passions included the New York Times crossword and Opera. She was predeceased by her husband Eric in 1989 and her son Barry in 2011. She is survived by her sons Steve and Clint of Chilliwack, Ian of Chase; and her granddaughters: Gillian, Shannon and Shantalle; and grandson ,Alex. There is no service by request.

HARDER Lance

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rial Hospital on Friday May 3, 2013. He is survived by his loving mother Margret Louise and by his children: Eleasha, Anthony, Samantha, Wesley and Olivia; and also his siblings: Gary (Bobbi) Patricia (Bob) Nancy (Ralf) Tom, Richard (Debra) Darren, Shelley (Harald) Kirk, and Jennifer (Reza). He is predeceased by his father John Edward Harder. He was a professional truck driver following the footsteps of his beloved father. Service will be held at Hendersonâ€™s Funeral Home, Langley, May 17, 2-4:30 pm.

HARDING Paul

After a lengthy illness, Paul Harding died peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria B.C on April 24, 2013. Paul is survived by his wife Shirley Harding. Mourning the loss of their dear Dad are Lori (Gary) Withell, Wendy (Darren) Lucas and John (Lori) Harding; his grandchildren: Kaeli, Luc, Merrisa, Ashley, Troy and Jackson will sorely miss Grandpa and his stories. Paulâ€™s family was extended upon his second marriage to Reg, Kathy, Robyn and Ryleigh Gilliespie of Langley, and Krista (Bryan) Petkau of Chilliwack, Jeff, Dianne, Al and Steven Gilliespie of Kamâ€“ loops, and Kelly Shindle of Duncan and her son Tony of Port Coquitlam. There will be a Celebration of Paulâ€™s life on Sunday, May 26, 2013, 2-5 pm at The Cowichan Valley Inn in Duncan B.C. Please come and share your stories of Paul. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the Alzheimerâ€™s Association of B.C in Paulâ€™s memory.

MacKAY Robert Norman

Nov. 5, 1920 - May 9, 2013 Robert Norman MacKay passed away peacefully at Valleyhaven Care Home in Chilliwack, BC on Monday May 9th, at the age of 92. Bob was born in Vancouver, BC, on Nov. 5th, 1920. He married Deanie on December 29, 1948 and they spent many happy years in Cranbrook where they raised their sons, Dâ€™Arcy and Buzz. Bob worked in the insurance business for over 40 years. He worked with his brother, Maurice at MacKay Insurance for several years and later with ICBC. Bob and Deanie were great bridge players belonging to both the Cranbrook and Kimberley clubs. In his younger years Bob enjoyed badminton, curling and skiing. He loved the great outdoors, camping, swimming, hiking and biking. They moved to Chilliwack in 1986 after he retired. Bob was a loving husband, father and grandfather and he will be sadly missed. Bob was predeceased by his wife, Deanie; his son, Buzz (Roderick); brother, Maurice; and nephew, Hugh. He is survived by his son, Dâ€™Arcy (Wendy); daughter-in-law Elizabeth MacKay; grandchildren: Hayley, Sean, Jorden and Rachael; sisters-in-law:

Gloria (George) Mercer, Beverly (John) Walker, Dorothy MacKay (Earl Wilson) and several nieces and nephews. Bob and Deanie shared a deep love for animals. Donations to your local SPCA in Bobâ€™s memory are sincerely appreciated. There will be no funeral service at Bobâ€™s request.

MOORE Ina Evelyn

(nee Needham) Went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at the age of 94. Survived by two daugh- MOORE ters: Margaret Lewis of Stettler, AB, Marlene Small of Chilliwack, BC; eight grandchildren: B.J. Lewis, Shelly (nee Lewis), Carmen Chudley, Kenton Lewis, Kim Benson, Connie Fielding, Robin Small, Cheryl Small; 17 great-grandchildren; two brothers: Clarence Needham (Olga), Gordon Needham; sister, Irene DeWitt; and sisterin-law Helen Stewart of Olds, AB. Predeceased by her husband John Moore; son, John; and great-grandson, Devon. Special thanks to the Eden Care Centre for their special care of our Ina. A Graveside Service was held on Saturday, May 11, 2013 at 10:00 am at Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery, 1991 Bernard Avenue, Kelowna, BC, with Pastor Eldon Schultz officiating. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: ZZZ VSULQJĂ€HOGIXQHUDOKRPH FRP

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NIXON Lorene Florence May 28, 1929-April 29, 2013 Lorene went to be with her Lord at the age of 83 years after a long battle with many health issues. NIXON She is survived by Keith, her loving husband of 62 years; sons: Ford, Greg, and Gary; 10 grandchildren; three great grandchildren and other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her son Brent. Thank you to Dr. Brodie and Dr. McIntosh and the caring staff at Cheam Village Care Centre in Agassiz. A celebration of Loreneâ€™s life will be held Monday, June 10, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. at Chilliwack Alliance Church, 8700 Young Road, Chilliwack. In lieu of flowers donations to the Alzheimerâ€™s Society would be appreciated. Online condolences to the family may be made to www.wiebeandjeskefh.com WIEBE & JESKE 604.824.1324

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RYALL Ann Mary August 1931 - April 2013 Passed away at age 81 on April 30, 2013 in Chilliwack General Hospital. She was born August RYALL 14, 1931 in Montreal where she met and married a young soldier, Everett (Sandy), her husband of 62 years. Ann is survived by her three sisters: Shirley, Joan and Georgina; her husband, Sandy; her four children: Richard (Shelley), Gail (Rick), Sandra (John) and Deborah (Greg); her grandchildren: Adam, Ian (Kate), Thomas, Christen (Craig), Scott (Angela), Megan and Sarah; and five greatgrandchildren. Momâ€™s legacy is her deep devotion to her family, leaving behind many great memories for family and friends. A strong and feisty woman, she was the familyâ€™s rock and defender who was deeply proud of her â€˜broodâ€™. Ann loved dancing, camping, reading, gardening, travelling, renovating, decorating and re-decorating her home. She was a generous and welcoming host, loved being around people, enjoyed playing games and rarely missed a chance to cheat at cards â€” just for the fun of it. The family wishes to thank the nursing staff at Chilliwack General Hospital ICU for their kindness, patience and care. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the BC Heart and Stroke Foundation in her honour. A graveside service for family and close friends was held on Monday, May 6, 2013.

Daniel and Joshua. Ed also has a sister Florence; brothers: Nick and Dennis (Carol); and sister-in-law, Betty, who will all miss him dearly. Ed also leaves behind a wonderful group of friends and numerous acquaintances whose lives he touched deeply.

SPENST Rod

Rodney Peter Spenst passed away suddenly on We d n e s d a y May 8, 2013 at Chilliwack SPENST General Hospital at the age of 54. He was born November 3, 1958 to Jacob and Hilda Spenst in Chilliwack. Rod is survived by his loving wife of 35 years Alicia Spenst, his mother Hilda Spenst, his children: Andrea and Bob, Lisa and Tina, Daniel and Candase. He is also survived by his seven grandchildren: Danina, Chance, Silas, Jadeyn, Xander, Kayleen and Allison. He is survived by his only sister Pat (Rudy) Loewen; and nephews: Matthew (Thereasa) Loewen and Andrew Loewen who he was very close with. He is also survived by brothers and sistersin-law: Bill (Yvette) Hawryluk, Gean (Roger) Reihl, Carl (Carol) Hawryluk, Dina (Bill) Turlock, Andy (Joan) Hawryluk, Gloria Hawryluk, Rick (Thea) Hawryluk and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father Jacob Spenst and his grandson Theodore Spenst. A Celebration of Life will be held Wednsday May 15, 2013 at 2:00 pm at Eden Men-

SEWCHUCK Edward

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband and SEWCHUK father, Ed, on May 8, 2013 at the age of 77 years. Ed was born on February 23, 1936 in Winnepegosis, MB. He was predeceased by his parents Anne and Peter J.; brothers: Michael, Melvin and Ernie (Betty). Ed was enlisted in the Canadian Military for 27 years. He served his time with the United Nation Peacekeeping Force, NATO bases in Europe, as well as a number of bases across Canada. Ed enjoyed spending time with his loving wife Rachael, playing cards and â€œlooking for bargainsâ€? at different garage sales on the weekends. Ed was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion and a dedicated member of the Knights of Columbus, he was a loyal Knight. Ed was very involved in raising money for many charities through meat draws and numerous other functions since 1987. Ed is survived by his wife of 52 years Rachael; his daughter, Margaret; and son, Ken. He was also a proud grandfather to five grandchildren: Johnathan, Sarah, Tyler,

nonite Church followed by a tea where all are welcome to share stories. Rod already knew the career path he was destined for, carpentry, by the age of 18. The pride he took in his work was apparent to all and his reputation exceeded him. He shared his knowledge with family members he brought to the sites, apprenticed many and worked with his daughter Lisa for 10 years. He rode motorcycles, cooked exotic meals, was an avid reader, enjoyed coffee nights with buddies and travelled but nothing brought him more joy than his family. He married his high school sweetheart and the love of his life in 1978 and they welcomed two daughters and a son. These children brought spouses and many friends that Rod embraced as his own. In 2001, Rod officially added â€œPapaâ€? to his resume, and the job rapidly became busier over the years. Rarely did a weekend go by without grandchildren filling his house with laughter and vying for the best spot on his knee. We know that God has a plan for us and Rod was called home earlier than we expected.

Pages and pages could be written about Rod without doing him justice. He was a private man with many layers. He will be loved and deeply missed by many. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation and Childrenâ€™s Hospital in Rodâ€™s name would be greatly appreciated.

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SARDIS COMMUNITY CHURCH 45625 South Sumas Rd.

9:15 am - Sunday School for all ages 10:30 am - Celebration Service Main House & Video Cafe 8700 Young Rd. Chilliwack 604-792-0051 www.chilliwackalliance.bc.ca office@chilliwackalliance.bc.ca

Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 9:30 a.m.

www.sardiscommunitychurch.com 604-858-7191 scc@shawcable.com

EDEN MENNONITE CHURCH 604-792-6013

Corner of Broadway & Chilliwack Central

Pastor: Rob Brown

CHILLIWACK CHINESE ALLIANCE CHURCH

COMMUNITY

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ANGLICAN

46420 Brooks Ave.

Please join us for

Gospel Hymns & Christ-Centered Sermons Sunday Worship - 10 a.m.

St. Thomas’ Anglican Church SUNDAY SERVICES 8:00am BCP Communion 10:15am BAS Family Service, Music and Communion 46048 Gore Ave, Chilliwack Corner of First & Young 604-792-8521 www.stthomaschilliwack.com

New Life Christian Church Vedder Elementary School 45850 Promontory Road.

“...the essence of all the Prophets of God is one and the same. Their unity is absolute. God, the Creator, saith: There is no distinction whatsoever among the Bearers of My Message.”

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604-703-1863

BAPTIST

FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH 9340 Windsor St. 604-795-7700 SUNDAY SCHEDULE: Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. Morning Service - 11 a.m. Evening Service - 6 p.m. Wednesday Service - 6:30 p.m.

604-795-5725

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Wellington Ave (near Mary St.) 604-792-2154

Sunday Worship 11:00 am Rev. Willem van de Wall Sunday School during service.

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REFORMED

CHILLIWACK HERITAGE REFORMED CHURCH Sunday Services 9:00 am & 6:00 pm Song worship following evening services. INFANT & TODDLER CARE PROVIDED

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CHILLIWACK CHURCH OF CHRIST

Sr. Citizens’ Building, corner of Cook & Victoria Al McCutcheon 11:00 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICES

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Chilliwack Opening Soon Accepting resumes. Seeking friendly high energy individuals for F/T & P/T servers & cooks. Exp. an asset. Resume drop off Travelodge front desk. 45466 Yale Road West or email: ihop318@gmail.com

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ROMAN CATHOLIC CATHOLIC PARISH OF ST. MARY’S

8909 Mary St. 604-792-2764 Weekday Mass: 8 a.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. & 5 p.m. Sunday: 8 a.m. , 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. Youth Lead Mass: 6:30 p.m.

UNITED CHURCH

CHILLIWACK UNITED CHURCH Rev. Heather Anderson

Yale Road at Spadina 604-792-4634 Morning Worship and Sunday School at 10:30 am

MOUNT SHANNON UNITED CHURCH

MUST be familiar with excel / word. Maintain production, sales ledgers and daily inventories, answer phones, filing, mail, assist with AP/Pay for busy Fraser Valley office. Could lead to a permanent opportunity.

Remuneration Commensurate with Experience. Some Beneﬁts. Email grant.tamhilog@shaw.ca Fax:604 796-0318

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MEDICAL/DENTAL

Permanent part time CDA required for Chilliwack Dental office. Please apply with resume and refs to Dr. Chenail’s office, 45780 Yale Rd.

ISM Canada, an IBM Company, are seeking Client Support Technicians; $28.45 Hourly (Unionized); Three Regular Full Time and one Auxiliary in Prince Rupert, Campbell River, and Trail . To apply, visit www.ismcanada.com. Closes, May 23, 2013. OFFICE Administrator for Real Estate Team - Part time, seeking a non-smoker, organized, experienced, experience in Real Estate would be a great asset. Extensive computer skills, typing, and customer service experience is essential. Send resume and cover letter to harvwesteringh@shaw.ca

WE NEED YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM! Westcoast Moulding & Millwork, a building product supplier in Surrey has F/Time opportunities for experienced Sales Reps. Any previous sales experience is okay - we’ll teach you the ropes!! If you’re positive and energetic & looking for a long-term career in a progressive & dynamic company we want you! (Punjabi and / or Hindi also considered asset.) Excellent Remuneration Package Commensurate w/ Experience, Full Beneﬁts & THE BEST WORK ENVIRO.

Please e-mail resume to: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com or fax: 604-513-1194

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1st YEAR to JOURNEYMAN sheet metal workers, plumbers & electricians needed, Kindersley, Saskatchewan. Top wages, benefits, RRSP’s, room for advancement, positive work atmosphere. office@lukplumbing.com 306-463-6707 CARPENTERS, LABOURERS, TICKETED PLUMBERS & Electricians & Modular Manufacturing Plant Shop Superintendent - All preferably with modular construction exp. Will consider others as well. Solid work ethic for fast paced work environment. Call (604)427-3088 or email resume to: optimummodular@shaw.ca

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Classes - 9:30 am Worship Service – 10:50 am Sunday School – 9:30 am Associate Youth Pastor: Aaron Roorda

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

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Notice Of Employment Opportunity

STO:LO ABORIGINAL SKILLS & EMPLOYMENT TRAINING (SASET) FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK SASET administration office located in Chilliwack, B.C. is seeking a qualified Finance & Administrative Clerk. This person will be responsible for reception, general office duties, and providing support to SASET Finance Administration. Pursuant to section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants of Aboriginal Ancestry. Please selfidentify on your cover letter or resume. Salary Range: negotiable – Subject to experience / qualifications Type of Position: Full Time position – subject to 3-month probation and annual performance evaluations. Applications Deadline: Friday, May 17, 2013 at 4:00 p.m. Interested candidates should submit a resume; cover letter and three letters of reference (work related) in confidence to: Attention: SASET Manager Sto:lo Aboriginal Skills & Employment Training #8A – 7201 Vedder Road Chilliwack, BC V2R 4G5 Email: anna.celesta@saset.ca Fax: (604) 824-5129 For complete Job Posting please go to www.saset.ca

District of Kitimat, full time permanent, wage range $37.01 $44.78, over two years. Civil Technologist diploma required. Reporting to the Technical Services Manager, duties include a variety of infrastructure investigations, surveying, design, contract preparation, inspection and material testing on projects related to the municipality’s water, sewer, drainage and transportation systems. Candidates should be proficient in using electronic survey equipment, computer assisted design using AutoCad 3D, and MS Office. Valid BC driver’s license required. Submit resumes by May 31, 2013, 4:30 pm, to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H7, Fax (250) 632-4995, or email dok@kitimat.ca LABOURERS and Heavy Equipment Operators (hoe, dozer, grader) needed for jobs in Prairie Provinces. Apply to: resumes@gcsenergy.ca or fax to 780-888-2100. More info at www.gcsenergy.ca.

MECHANIC POSITION OPEN *Front End Specialist, *Brakes & *Alignment Bring resume with references to:

Kens Tire & Wheel 45798 Alexander Ave CHILLIWACK

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

NO CREDIT CHECKS •MONEY TODAY! •$500-$5000 • Instant Approvals • 60 Day Loans • Privacy Assured • Burnaby & Surrey Locations

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PERSONAL SERVICES MIND BODY SPIRIT

Full Body Swedish Massage For Health Pleasure & Well Being *A.M. Special *Private *European

From $65 & Up. 604.230.4444 Krissi & Friend. 1980 Emerson St. Relaxation Massage 604-854-0599.

LEGAL SERVICES

Are you applying for or have you been denied Canada Pension Plan disability benfits? Do not proceed alone. Call Allison Schmidt 1-877-793-3222 www.dcac.ca

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

BOOKKEEPING services. Sole proprietorships, partnerships, non-profit organizations, strata corporations, tax returns. Contact 604-858-3982 or whiteh2o@shaw.ca

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COUNTERTOPS

Cheam Countertops. Solid and laminate surfaces. Free estimates. call Hank, (604)795-3163

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ELECTRICAL

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

C & C Electrical Mechanical • ELECTRICAL • FULL PLUMBING SERVICES • HVAC GAS FITTING *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service

604-475-7077

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HANDYPERSONS

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

JACK THE Handyman, 40 yrs experienced carpenter. Discount for seniors. Call 604-824-8266

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

WG DRYWALL, renos, repairs, TBar ceiling & texture. 20 yrs exp. Walter, (604)795-9074/604-997-9074

300

LANDSCAPING

RPL CONTRACTING. Fully insured, hydro seeding, mountainside landscaping, rock walls. Call (604)823-6191 or 604-819-0150

WONDERFUL Massage New GIRLS, New LOOK, New Management!

604-746-6777

Bindery Workers Black Press has anticipated opportunities for Bindery Workers to assist with the mechanical insertion of advertising flyers into our Lower Mainland newspapers. Applicants must be available to work a variety of scheduled day, evening, night and weekend shifts. Additionally, successful applicants will need to be available on a call-in basis for our locations in Surrey and Abbotsford. Excellent remuneration. Experience an asset, but not a requirement. Reliable transportation is a pre-requisite. Please forward resumes to: Bindery Foreman Campbell Heights Distribution Centre Unit #113, 19130 24th Ave. Surrey, B.C. V3S 3S9 or Fax 604-538-4445

46875 Yale Road East

Worship/Sunday School 11:00 am

2459 McCallum Rd. Abby. *****Hiring New Girls*****

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WAREHOUSE

SUMMER Student required for Benjamin Moore & Co in Aldergrove warehouse as shipper/receiver starting immediately. This job requires excellent math skills, shipping experience and physical stamina. You must demonstrate a willingness to work in a team based environment. Forklift training would be an asset. Please fax resume and cover letter to: 604-857-0700 or email: bill.sims@benjaminmoore.com

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PERSONAL SERVICES

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www.PitStopLoans.com 604-777-5046

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MOVING & STORAGE

1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Honest Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting $35hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)491-8607 GET the best for your moving 24/7 From $40/hr. Licensed & Insured. Seniors Discount. 778-773-3737

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

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PLUMBING

AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

FULL PLUMBING SERVICES • Hvac Gas Fitting • Electrical *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service

C & C Electrical Mechanical

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bcclassified.com 1-866-575-5777

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TREE SERVICES

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

TREE & STUMP removal done RIGHT! • Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates 604-787-5915/604-291-7778

www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca

PETS Mainland Rooﬁng Ltd. 25 yrs in rooﬁng industry

Family owned & operated. Fully ins. We do Cedar Shakes, conversions, concrete tiles, torchon, fibreglass shingles, restoration & repairs. 20 yr labour warr. 604-427-2626 or 723-2626 www.mainlandroof.com

Eastcan Rooﬁng & Siding •New Roofs •Re-Roofs •Repairs Liability Insurance/BBB/10% off with ad

604.562.0957 or 604.961.0324

“ ABOVE THE REST “ Interior & Exterior Unbeatable Prices & Professional Crew. • Free Est. • Written Guarantee • No Hassle • Quick Work • Insured • WCB

MILANO PAINTING & RENOS. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

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PLUMBING

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

477

PETS

GERMAN SHEPHERD Pups & young adults. Quality German & Czech bloodlines. 604-856-8161. HUSKY WOLF X pups. Four; 8 wks old. $500/ea. 1st shots/dewormed. Glenn 604-308-3396 Boston Bar.

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com POMERANIAN - 10 weeks old. 2 black males. 1st shot, vet checked, paper trained. $500 (604)941-2959

RUBBISH REMOVAL

A Family man with 1ton dump truck will haul anything, anywhere, any time, lowest prices (604)703-8206 Having a GARAGE SALE? Sell it with our “GARAGE SALE SPECIAL” For more details call 1-866-575-5777

SHELTIES: 6/mo Male, 4/yr Male, 3/yr Fem.Sable puppies, ready now Shots/dewormed. 604-826-6311. YELLOW LAB PUPS. Ready to go. Vet checked. $600. Parents on site. 604-852-6176 Abbotsford.

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M A R AT H O N / H A L F M A R AT H O N 10 K RU N / 5 K F U N RU N

ON MAY 26TH

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633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

complete single bed, off white, near new, $249; CPac Apnea machine, pd $1500 sell $300; sewing machined, $50; free standing wardrobe, $75; chest of drawers, $15. Best offers. Call (604)824-1416

Frame with axle, wheels & springs for small trailer, $100. 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Hand push reel mower or elec mower, your choice, $50. 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------New mulcher/bagger, elec mower, $100. cost was $297. 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------30” propane stove with oven & regulator for cabin, $100. 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Dump trailer, pull with riding mower, $65; sump pump, $35. 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Wheel barrow small $20, nice 2 wheel $70, 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Gorgeous fountain (new pump) $80, fancy bird bath $20 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Machinery seat, milk can, outboard tanks, garden gate $25, 793-7714 -----------------------------------------------Used galv. roofing, example 10’x21’ $100, limited amount 793-7714

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UNDER $300

WHEELCHAIR, folding, $200; HD lawnmower, elec, cuts well, $50. (604)391-0210

548

FURNITURE

BRANDNEW PILLOWTOP QUEEN MATTRESS SET. In packaging. Incls. Warranty $200! 604-798-1608

APARTMENT/CONDO

636

To Arrange a Viewing Call

1.877.409.9874

STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

9430 Nowell St. Ready to move-in . Adult oriented. Incl. hot water heating & window coverings, 2 appl. Suites w/balcony, laundry on 1st flr, elevator w/wheelchair ramp, covered parking. 604-824-0264

REAL ESTATE 625

FOR SALE BY OWNER

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES • DIFFICULTY SELLING ? • Difﬁculty Making Payments? No Equity? Expired Listing? Penalty? We Take Over Payments! No Fees! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

T. Marlowe Manor 1755 - #9 Hwy

Spacious 1 bdrms Parking, coin laundry & elevator. Smal pets upon prior approval, refs required. Call 604-703-3405

RENTALS RENT TO OWN

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• No Qualiﬁcation - Low Down • CHILLIWACK 9557 Williams St, HOUSE 3 Bdrm, 1 Bath, Central location, large lot ............ $588/M

Call today (604) 435-5555 www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

AGASSIZ-LAND & BEAUTIFULLY

renovated 2 bdrm mobile home. New from the studs in! Includes all new windows, new insulation, new oak hardwood floors, new drywall and much more. Come & look! Own your own land for $149,900!! Phone for pics: 604-798-1952 Mt Woodside, Agassiz

AGASSIZ

avail. now, $579/m.

700

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ACREAGE

WANTED TO BUY, rent or lease from 5 to 60 acres in the Chilliwack area. Call (604)795-0150

706

APARTMENT/CONDO

ABBOTSFORD. 2 bdrm, June 1. Modern layout, walk-in closet, dishwasher, laundry, 2 parking, extra $950. Call 778-773-2897

9473 Broadway St. 604-819-6229 1 bedrooms suites, upmarket quiet building, w/balcony, hot water, 3 appls, good security, u/grd park, storage, fireplaces, hook-ups, laundry on site, on-site manager, n/s, n/p. Suits available now.

Cheam View Apts Clean, quiet building • • • •

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

1 & 2 Bdrms Starting at $575/m Ref’s required, no pets Crime-free multi-housing Call for appt. 604-792-3010 or leave message

MORTGAGES

INDUSTRIAL sz tread mill, $600; Yamaha PW80 dirtbike with with access., mint cond., $700; washer & dryer, $300/pair; entertainment cabinet, $300. (604)702-8748

STEEL BUILDING - BLOWOUT CLEARANCE SALE! 20X22 $4,188. 25X26 $4,799. 30X34 $6,860. 32X44 $8,795. 40X50 $12,760. 47X74 $17,888. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca

APARTMENT/CONDO

Broadway Maples Apts

Includes Heat & Hot Water. Close to Schools, Shopping & Transit.

1 BEDROOM

SAWMILLS from only $3997 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

706

Cedar Apartments 1 bdrm. from $575 2 bdrm. from $735

New SRI *1152 sq/ft Double wide $77,900. *14x70 Full gyproc single wide - loaded $69,900. Repossessed mobile, manufactured & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960. Glenbrookhomes.net

RENTALS

1 Month FREE Rent

Great Building, Clean Quiet, & Spacious Suites.

MISC. FOR SALE

AT LAST! An iron filter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manganese. Since 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions; www.bigirondrilling.com. Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON.

UNDER $100

HD trailer hitch, complete, $300; 1 ton chain blks, $100; animal llive trap, $50; amplifier, $50. 391-0210

From $140,000. No time limit to build. Near by lake access. ALSO: 1 spectacular 3 acre parcel at $390,000 owner wants to retire and will carry financing. 1-250-558-7888 www.orlandoprojects.com

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

JUMBO KOI

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OKANAGAN PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

604 - 316 - 4661

778-997-9582 K-ONE PAINTING. Commercial, Residential, interior, exterior. WCB coverage. Free est. (604)997-1674

800 coil. 3” Pillow Top. In Original Plastic. Leftover from Hotel Order 10 yr. wrnty. $390 604.791.2621

RENTALS

CLASS ADS WORK! CALL 1-866-575-5777

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS www.paintspecial.com

REAL ESTATE

FURNITURE

BRAND NEW Luxury Hotel Queen Mattresses by SERTA

PRESSURE WASHING

Precision Pressure Washing Spring Savings. Specializing in siding, concrete ceiling (high gloss), gutters (in/out) & cedar roof restoration. Since 1991. Also, professional exterior window cleaning. 604-793-8816

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

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CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETS!

604-475-7077

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

BSMB Rubbish Removal. Serving all you rubbish removal needs with a 14’ long trailer. Will remove yard waste, furniture, appliances, recycling material and construction site clean up. Service within 24 hrs, 7 days a week. (604)793-8378

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

2 bthr, ensuite, in suite storage,

LANAI Apartments 9462 Cook St. RCMP’s best crime-free multi-housing residence complex. Heat/hot water * On-site Mgr. Adult Oriented * Elevator Large Storage Area * No pets Wheelchair access * Onsite laundry * Digital cable * Security cameras * Parking, apt. ins. required. 1 bdrms available now!

CHILLIWACK 1 bdrm apt, avail June 1st. Spacious. Balcony. Centrally located Edwards St. Easy walking to shopping & rec facilities. Heat & garbage incl. Onsite laundry. Incl. cable pkg. ($72 value) $675/mo. Heather, 1-800-815-6311.

CHILLIWACK. 2 bedroom, washer and dryer, internet/cable/wifi incl. $850/m. Available now. Call 604392-3332

CHILLIWACK, 45991 Airport Rd. 1 bd ste. $550 + util., fridge & stove. Avail now. Call Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604-792-0077 Chilliwack

46030 Princess Ave. Fresh and clean Recently renovated 3 Bdrm.............$800/mo Available Now 4 appl., secure bldg, small pet negot. Must have ref’s.

Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage (604)792-0077

Chilliwack, 9372 Fletcher St, 1 bdrm, heat & hot water incl. F/S, newly reno’d, move-in special pets neg., $650/m, avail. now Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage 604-792-0077 CHILLIWACK AREA, 1 & 2 bedrooms, family building close to schools, shopping and bus. Parking, laundry incl. small pet ok, avail now. Rob, 604-316-5404.

CHILLIWACK. Bachelor apartment , 3 blks to 5 corners, elevator, quiet gr. level access. $540/m. Heat/hot water. Senior oriented. Avail. June 1st, Call Yvonne, 604-793-6941

Chilliwack. Fully renovated incl. new kitchen, spacious & bright 1 bd, balcony, FREE heat h/w, parking, elevator, great Mary St location, from $625. 604-702-0722

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

Chilliwack quiet sec spac beautiful 1&2 br, inste ldry. $575-$750; deck. Avail. now. Bob 604-703-1401

Call Verna, 604-819-0445

NEED TO advertise rental of an apartment? Look to the Chilliwack Progress classifieds, 604-702-5552

CHILLIWACK 1 & 2 Bdrm apts incl f/s, curtains, prkg, deck. New paint, $600. & $700 Cls to bus, shops, Landing Rec ctr/hosp 604-792-2695

Promontory, 1 bdrm, ideal for 1 person, rec room & kitchen area, n/s, n/p, $650 incl util. (604)824-1301

Enjoy the Excitement of Village Living CHILLIWACK DUPLEX 3 Bdrms on Each Side. Large fully fenced yard. Each side with own garage. Recent Reno’s. Great Investment Return. $469,000. 604-799-8533 $2500 Finders Fee at Closing

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WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms! CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422

A COMMUNITY EVENT WITH A GLOBAL CAUSE.

BOSTON 5UALIF=ING MARATHON FLAT FAST HALF MARATHON 'OURSE 10K 'OMPETITIVE RUN FAMIL= FRIENDL= 5K FUN RUN OFFI'IAL RA'E SHIRTS MEDALS FOR ALL FINISHERS VISIT THE ;EBSITE FOR INFORMATION ON OUR TEAM BASED ULTRA MARATHON MA= 5

ABBOTSFORD’S 6TH ANNUAL PREMIER RUNNING EVENT

Garrison Village Rentals • Corner of Garrison Blvd. and Keith Wilson Rd. EXECUTIVE STYLE SUITES • 2 BEDROOMS • 2 BEDROOMS + DEN STUDIO + 1 BEDROOMS • On-site manager • Camera surveillance • Adult oriented • Secure underground parking • In-suite laundry with washer/dryer

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

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

REFERENCES REQUIRED • BY APPOINTMENT ONLY • 604-791-1910 09/12H_GC27

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APARTMENT/CONDO

Luxury Suites

LAKESIDE COURT 45810 First Ave., West

1 bdrm, $575/m & 2 bdrm, $675/m

RENTALS 709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

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1 & 2 Bdrms & den

Adult oriented, 5 appl’s Secure underground pkng Across from hospital, close to all amenities. No pets. CRIME-FREE CERTIFIED

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8977/9003 Edward St Diana, 604-792-4191

CHILLIWACK

QUIET, CLEAN, SECURE,

Mountain Village Apts 9482 Williams St.

1 bedroom $600/m

Some of Chilliwack’s Largest apartments.

Tenant pays hydro incl., fully reno’d, new appliances, free cable, free on site laundry, parking, sm pet by terms. Application and ref’s req’d. Avail. immed. Call 604-819-1924

Bright, extra large 1 and 2 bedrooms 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

Cornerstone Apartments

45750 Knight Rd. 2-2 bdrm, deluxe, 4th floor, $895/m; 2nd floor, corner unit, $850/m

NOW RENTING

Crime free building, 5 full size appliances, n/p, n/s, bus route, adult oriented bldg, walk to all amenities. Avail June 1 (604)391-1987

8537 Young Rd., Chilliwack _______________________

2 Bedroom Apts from $800/m • • • • • • •

COTTONWOOD Apts. 2 Bdrm avail now. Near Cottonwood Mall, on quiet street. N/S, N/P. Hot water, 3 appl, balcony, elevator. 55+ ﬁrm

Quiet, Adult oriented bldg Includes H/W & Parking 3 Appliances including D/W In-suite W/D hookup Common Laundry room Elevator / wheelchair access Convenient location

CALL 604.701.8910

Call Mgr: 604-791-9488

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HOMES FOR RENT

Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855

DAVID HATFIELD

The Scrapper

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

CHILLIWACK, 3 BDRM plus, quiet Fairfield location, $1300/mth + utils. Phone (604) 316-3686 Chilliwack, 46321 Chilliwack Central Rd., 3 + 1 bdrm upper, 1.5 bath, close to schools. 5 appl., sep laundry share util. $1100/m. Avail now. Call (604)824-0264

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

1-800-961-7022

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

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

CHILLIWACK. 9433 Broadway St. 2 bdrm rancher, hrdwd flrs, 4 appl, new deck, single attached garage, pets 14” and underok. $1000/m. Avail now. Call (604)824-0264

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

This is your official notice that at 9:30 a.m. on May 22, 2013, at Chilliwack Courthouse at 46085 Yale Road, Chilliwack, British Columbia, the Director of Child, Family and Community Services will make an application for a Continuing Custody Order pursuant to Section 49 (5) of the Child, Family and Community Services Act in connection with your child, Jacob Millar (DOB2010Apr21). You have the right to be present and to be represented by legal counsel. Anyone knowing their present whereabouts, please contact Charlene Merry, Social Worker, Ministry of Children and Family Development, 8978 School Street, Chilliwack, BC V2P 4L4. Telephone: (604) 702-2311.

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ROSEDALE, clean 2 bdrm mobile home, good freeway access, W/D h/up, no dogs, cat ok, avail. June 1. $725/m. call 604-795-3398

2004 Dodge 1500 hemi 5.7L, exc cond, 168,000k. $7850 obo. Call (604)858-7552 or 604-702-8330

Chilliwack. Working person to share 4 bd furn heritage home, fenced yard, close to amen./bus, avail now, Must see. $500/m. Call (604)2941678 or (604)702-0093

SARDIS. 1 Bdrm. Newer bright. Nr UFV. Pri entry. N/S, N/P. Refs. Suit single. $650 incl utils/internet, shrd W/D. Avail now. 604-858-0863.

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CHILLIWACK. 3 bdrm, 5 appl., newly reno’d, near schools. $950/m +util. Avail now. (604)795-7837 We Have 2 Playgrounds for your kids And are “Pet Friendly” NEWLY RENOVATED $990 PER MONTH + UTILS

sardis holdings.

3 BR + 1.5 BA & fenced back yrd For more info call Mike @ 604-792-8317 or 1-877-515-6696 or email: wb@raamco.ca WOODBINE TOWNHOUSES 9252 Hazel ST, Chilliwack, BC Move-In Incentive Our Gated 5 acre Complex is Quiet and Family Oriented.

In the matter of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act and Parkers Mini-Storage Ltd.

Connie Forsythe Doug Munroe Take notice that belongs located at 7981 Atchelitz Rd, Chilliwack, B.C. will be sold by May 31, 2013 along with other debt incurred by this action.

SUITES, LOWER

community newspapers across Cananda. Call 1-866-575-5777

TRUCKS & VANS

1994 GMC EXT CAB - 2WD, Fully loaded. Hitch, brake control. 6 stacker cd. Bucket seats. Runs exc. $1500/obo. (778)344-7100

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CHWK: Bachelor suites, avail May. 55+ Lam flrs, NS/NP. Incl heat/wtr. 604-997-7337, 604-792-5173

Notice is Hereby Given that Creditors and others, having claims against the estate of VERDA GLADYS LEAKEY, otherwise known as VERDA DARLING, Deceased, formerly of 45320 Paisley Avenue, Chilliwack, British Columbia, V2P 1K9. are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executrix, c/o FRASERWEST LAW GROUP LLP, 9202 Young Road, P.O. Box 372, Chilliwack, BC V2P 6J4, on or before 28 June 2013, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. Julie Ruth Lee Lade, Executrix

SUZANNA VANDERHOEK

HARRISON - 3bdrm rancher, attach. garage, fresh paint, wood fp, private yrd, open concept, 15min wlk to beach, avail June 1, $950/mo incl. yrd maint. Ph: 604-819-4390

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

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

Chilliwack, downtown, 3 bdrm, 1.5 baths, fenced, avail May 15 or June 1. Refs required. $1275/m. + utilities. Call (604)798-9233

Chilliwack - 2 bdrm twn house. off street parking, new carpet, 4 appl. pet negot. $800/m. 9098 Broadway St., avail. now. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604-792-0077

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AUTO SERVICES

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

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Any questions regarding this matter should be directed to: Parkers Mini Storage (604)793-4800

This is your official notice that at 9:30 a.m. on May 22, 2013, at Chilliwack Courthouse at 46085 Yale Road, Chilliwack, British Columbia, the Director of Child, Family and Community Services will make an application for a Transfer of Custody pursuant to Section 54.01 of the Child, Family and Community Services Act in connection with your child, Aliyah Suzanna Bergsma (DOB11Nov2001). You have the right to be present and to be represented by legal counsel. Anyone knowing their present whereabouts, please contact Cibele Soca, Social Worker, Ministry of Children and Family Development, 8978 School Street, Chilliwack, BC V2P 4L4. Telephone: (604) 702-2311.

CARS - DOMESTIC

2004 MALIBU, 212,000km, 4 cyl, 4 door, silver colour, $3195. Call (604)701-1834

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1990 Honda Accord EX, WOW! looks brand new, 93K, 1 owner, no accidents, stored in garage, $10,000 OBO, Wayne 604-5948581 2004 Audi All Road, very clean, fully loaded, never abused. Roof/bike rack. $10,500. Please call/text (604)751-3280, lv message

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RECREATIONAL/SALE

2003 Citation Supreme 5th whl trlr, 30’ rear living, 2 slides, exc cond., new everything, solar panels, $32,000. (604)794-7529

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TRANSPORTATION 810

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly &

Sardis, #2-45712 Watson Rd Deluxe 2000sf spacious 3 bdrm, 3 bath 2 storey, 1/2 duplex unit, single car garage, F/S, d/w, W/D, 2 f/p, cls to schools & shopping, n/s, n/p, avail June 1 $1300/m. Bernie, (604)858-3229

YARROW. 2 bd, 1.5 ba, 2 lvl, gas f/p, priv ldry, nice backyd, view $800 + util. Ns/np inside. 604-807-5782

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AUTO FINANCING

5,400sf. @ $4.50sf. + 3N 5 offices & 2 bathrooms. Two 3 phase & single phase power. 1 bay door 12 x 12. (604)941-2959

No Sunday calls.

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CHILLIWACK WAREHOUSE

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Newly updated, large, 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

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