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construction, one way traffic and limited sidewalk space all through the week, there are some benefits, Tamkin added. By the time the series is completed filming next year, they will have spent about $1 million locally. “That’s a pretty accurate figure,” he said. “We are paying the District of Kent a monthly permit fee of a significant amount. There are also 30, 40 or 50 people staying in hotels, eating in restaurants, doing their laundry and all of that regular living stuff.” They’ve also hired a large crew of local labourers, although not as many as they’d hoped to. “We were not able to find as much local labour as we thought would could,” he said, due to a lack of available workers. He added that the union workers are all busy working on a George Clooney movie also shooting in Vancouver. And many of the local labourers were already booked up for the time needed. Of those staying from out of town, he estimates they’ve been using about 40 rooms a night in recent weeks. Each business affected by the filming has been contacted by the production company and given a contract that includes a payment for the inconvenience and reimbursements for loss of business. “All those things add up and essentially we’ll leave a million dollars in the area that wasn’t here before,” he said. Wayward Pines will star Matt Dillon, Carla Gugino, Terrence Howard and Juliette Lewis, among others, and is being directed by M. Night Shyamalan. Dillon, the main character, was in town this week for the filming. news@ahobserver.com

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Filming is set to wrap up today (Friday) for the first episode of television series Wayward Pines. Set construction came to a frenzied pace on Wednesday in Agassiz, after several weeks preparation for the filming of the television series. Shooting started Thursday morning, along Pioneer Ave. The entire street has been redesigned to portray the imaginary town of Wayward Pines, ID. The road was completely closed to traffic and parking on Thursday and Friday, said location manager David Tamkin. To ease traffic, production assistants will be on hand every day of shooting, redirecting traffic through Agassiz and helping people find parking. While the street is closed to traffic, all businesses will remain open. Changes will also be seen for transit those days. Bus stops that are normally on Pioneer, outside Lordco and the Observer, will temporarily move to Cheam Ave., behind Lordco. “It will be just like when there is a parade in town,” Tamkin said prior to the shoot. The excitement may wrap up on Friday night, but only temporarily. Many of the stores are completely covered in movie set facades. Those will be removed and stored for the next shooting days, sometime in October, Tamkin said. Any business that is currently disguised or has its sign covered will be restored so that the business can operate as usual. All set dressings will be pulled away or secured, as well, such as the outdoor cafe that has been designed around The Observer office. However, the large set that is

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Matt Dillon and director M. Night Shyamalan walk down Pioneer Ave., which has been transformed into the imaginary town of Wayward Pines, ID.

placed along Pioneer Park will remain in place until shooting of the series wraps up in February. To keep the sets safe, the production company has hired 24 hour

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Dr. Darren Paul, (left) Marceline Billis (in hat) and her friends celebrate atop Mt. Cheam, after Billis conquered the mountain.

10 feet to catch my breath,” says Billis, “but we made it in three hours.” She recalls the moment she stood on top of Mt. Cheam, knowing all that it had taken to get there from where she had been a decade earlier. “It was life changing for me,” says

Billis. “I remember my mother many years ago saying ‘it is better to try and fail than never having tried at all.” She now has her own message for those who want to live to a healthy old age, “get off your butts!” says Billis, “because it’s not activity that’s your

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Ten years ago Marceline Billis weighed almost 300 pounds and couldn’t even walk across the street without becoming short of breath. After years spent working out to get her weight under control, earlier this month she accomplished a task that many at her age can only dream of. On August 15, at 76 years old Marceline managed to climb to the summit of Mt. Cheam near Chilliwack. “It wasn’t easy,” says Billis of her grueling trip to the top, “the bones don’t do what you want them to do anymore, and there are plenty of aches and pains.” Regardless, with the help of a few patient friends, including Dr. Darren Paul who originally suggested the idea, she managed one step at a time. Dr. Paul first asked Billis if she wanted to try hiking the mountain when her visits to his office for chiropractic checkups dwindled from once a week to once a month. “I thought he was kidding,” admits Billis, who took him up on the challenge immediately. Although she failed to reach the summit on her first attempt, she gave it another try soon after. “I had to stop every

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Construction of the expansion of the community recreation and culture centre in Agassiz is expected to start at the end of September, according to the construction manager for the $2.5-million project. On Wednesday, officials gathered for a ceremonial ground breaking at the site, located beside the current Fitness Activity Centre on Pioneer Ave. Mayor John Van Laerhoven said the number one question he hears is "when will construction start?" Shane Van Vliet from Double V Construction said now that the tender process for the steel structure for the gymnasium is completed, they can move forward to the next steps, includ-

ing submitting drawings to the district, and the tender process for the smaller jobs, such as roofing and windows. "Hopefully that will all be done and we can get started by the end of September," Van Vliet said. He estimates the job taking about seven months. The addition will be 13,500 sq. ft. and include a large multipurpose gymnasium, two multipurpose rooms with natural light and sound isolation, a small kitchen and enhancements to the existing washrooms/change rooms, common area and administration foyer. "Our residents, whether seniors, growing families, youth or children will be well served by this facility for many years to come. In addition to the new

gymnasium and multi-purpose rooms that can host a wide variety of activities, such as fitness classes, sports and cultural activities, the venue will help us continue to build a healthy and socially connected community," said Van Laerhoven. Fundraising for the addition continues, with the next event being a country dinner and dance, Sept. 28 at the Ag Rec Hall. Tickets are $50 and available at the municipal hall, the Observer, the library and the Fitness/Activity Centre. Also, a Community Tile Project has been started. Tiles can be purchased, and then decorated through a class provided. Small tiles are $50 and large tiles are $90. For more information phone 604-796-8891.

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FRIDAY, September 13, 2013 4:00 p.m. Agricultural Hall opens until 9 p.m. $2.50 admission Midway opens

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3:30 p.m. Goat Milking Contest - Courtesy of Agassiz Goat Dairy Farm

6:00 p.m. Adam Briscoe (Outdoor Stage) Sponsored by Mertin Auto Group Bingo by AH Lions Club 7:00 p.m. “The Magic of the Mind” Comedy Hypnosis by Lee Dyson (Outdoor Stage) 9:00 p.m. Penticton’s Lady of Country - Terri Bremner (Outdoor Stage) SATURDAY, September 14, 2013 8:30 a.m. Parade forms up for judging on Cheam Ave. in front of High School (Marshal - Ted Westlin)

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Opinion A worthy adventure

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Walking around Pioneer Avenue this week was somewhat of an adventure, we’ll agree. But it was not difficult. Flaggers were standing by to direct foot traffic, while cones, signs and ramps helped pedestrians navigate the construction chaos that filled the normally quiet street. Correction: Normally, very quiet street. Driving, however, presented more of a challenge, with alternating oneway traffic and extremely limited parking. Despite five free parking lots located along Pioneer, it took a bit of patience to find a parking stall. Some people even reported receiving tickets for parking longer than their allowed stay. Well, that’s a big city problem Agassiz should be happy to have. It means there are people downtown. Working people, with money in their pockets to spend at shops. It’s taken for granted that there is always a place to park right outside the store. But just like in the city, there are going to be times people have to walk a block or two to get where they’re going. This can also only be a good thing. Agassiz has a beautiful downtown, with plenty of places to shop and eat. But if the drug store’s customer, for example, only ever parks directly in front of the drug store, how will that customer ever discover the hairstylist down the street, or the home decor shop just up the way? The way we see it, taking a few extra minutes to get to the corner store isn’t always a bad thing. As we reported this week, estimates are that the production company will leave about $1 million in the community between now and February. Some of that will go to the District directly, some to inconvenienced businesses, and even more through much-needed income to local workers. It won’t always be an adventure downtown. By next week, a lot of the set structure will be taken down until next time. Let’s enjoy it while we can.

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LAST WEEK WE ASKED:

Are you worried that a strike could postpone the school year? Here’s how you responded:

Yes 22% No 78%

Back to school labour disputes B.C. VIEWS Tom Fletcher Another school year dawns in B.C., with the prospect of disruptive labour disputes. First up are 27,000 support staff, in a legal strike position. These are the teacher aides, custodians, bus drivers and crossing guards. Most are members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, with a few Teamsters and other locals scattered around the 60 school districts. Public discussion about these disputes usually focuses on wage increases, which CUPE members in schools haven’t seen for four years. Their current deals expired more than a year ago, after they were subject to the same twoyear wage freeze imposed on the rest of government.

The B.C. government moved from the post-recession wage freeze to a system they call “cooperative gains,” where raises must be financed by savings in other areas of the operation. Only two provincial employee groups have yet to do this: school support staff and teachers. (Education Minister Peter Fassbender confirmed last week that teacher raises will be funded by extra transfers from the provincial treasury as they try to get a long-term deal. But that’s a topic for another day.) CUPE, the largest union in the country, has a sophisticated media campaign to generate public sympathy. We are repeatedly reminded not only that the last raise was 2009, but that the “average” pay is a mere $24,000 a year. If that number is accurate, it reflects a large number of part-timers. Let’s look at a few provisions CUPE doesn’t talk about, on

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behalf of those self-employed taxpayers who have no paid holidays, no employer pension or benefits and no paid overtime, but are expected to help pay all of the above to government workers.

“Given the growing gap between public and private employment benefits, finding savings is reasonable.” The 60 contracts have many variations, but core elements are the same. In the Central Okanagan school district, the starting CUPE wage rate is $17.37 an hour. The top rate is $26.59, or $28.78 for workers who qualify for a “trades adjustment.” All contracts have rigid seniority and “bumping” clauses to ensure that new employees

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absorb any reductions in working hours. From a taxpayer’s perspective, this leads to the maximum number of employees making the highest wages. Overtime in Central Okanagan is time and a half for the first two hours, and double time after that. Contracts also include the provision that unscheduled overtime is subject to a four-hour minimum. It’s amazing how often an unexpected hour of work can arise when it’s paid at quadruple time. The Surrey school district contract details how even “spare board” employees are to be enrolled in the municipal pension plan, a defined-benefit system most private-sector employees can only dream about. Then there are paid sick days. The Canadian Taxpayers’ Federation reports that the average B.C. private sector worker took 7.4 sick days last year. The public sector average OFFICE HOURS Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Sat., Sun., & Mon.

was 12. The Surrey contract details the windfall of unused sick days that must be paid out to employees who retire as early as age 55. The maximum is 150 days, for a lavish perk only available to employees hired before July 1, 1996. Even so, we’ll be paying these bonuses out for years to come. It goes on and on. Six weeks’ paid vacation after 20 years, with an extra day added for every year after that. There are many little things, such as a $60 “swimsuit allowance” for teacher aides who take part in swimming instruction. This is not to devalue the work done by these people. It is to suggest that given the growing gap between public and private employment benefits, finding savings is reasonable. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalNews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Residents continue to say no to Errock mine Dear Honorable Bill Bennett, Simon Gibson, and Eddy Taje: Within the mines act it states that an application for a mine permit can not be permitted if there is good cause. Residents and scientists have given adequate information why a mine at Lake Errock should not be developed and First Nations living here are also opposed. It is time we were allowed to get on with our lives instead of wasting our time trying to stop another mine starting in our neighborhood. As our representative it is time you started to support us. The Liberals talk of family values and we are pleading with you to honour our families and stop the encroaching

mine permit application for Lake Errock near Mission, B.C. Our families will be exposed to dust and noise. Dust is dust. It contains particles. Whether or not the particles are toxic is not the whole issue. Lake Errock is a parabolic bowl different to all the neighboring pits in that our community resides around the lake surrounded by the mountains that some want to log and mine. More often than not the wind blows south to north and the dust is blown into out community and on to the lake. When the Lehigh pit is in production the lake is covered in algea, a green slime and dust, and

when not working the water is clear and void of algae. The Lehigh pit is small in comparison to neighboring Ekset application The dust produced if the new pit goes ahead will be umpteen times worse. Due to the bowl like geography, our area traps in the dust pollution. Then there is the issue of noise. The water and the surrounding mountains carry the noise of cars and trains to our homes but this noise is intermittent. The crashing and grinding and loading of rocks from morning to evening all week every week is damaging to the nervous system. Read scientific evidence on noise pollution, or go and sit next to a mine

Antiques day Älled the museum The Antique Road Show, hosted by the Agassiz Harrison Historical Society which took place at the Agassiz-Harrison Museum on Sat., Aug. 24, was a great success. People from all over the local area, and some from as far off as Vancouver, came to have their unique and historical items appraised by Gail Pirie, who did the appraising with a professional and knowledgeable manner. Those who did not have their items appraised marveled as spectators when the items were evaluated,

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the lake and have to view a sight of scraped earth void of vegetation, swim through dust and algae and hear thunderous rock crashing drowning out the silence, or sounds of children laughing. The mine is a scant distance from our water supply and should their be an accident our drinking water could be polluted. We live here because our water is clean and we do not need to chlorinate. The tourism industry in our neighborhood will be totally wiped out and our investments will plummet from the dust and noise that will pollute our community. Use your power to say no to destroying our families health, put your influence to work

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If Rick Carswell had been around 30-some years ago he would know that the the semi-circular, amphitheatre-style plaza actually was my idea. It just took a long time to get built. If he bothered to read the Harrison Official Community Plan and Design Guidelines, he would know that we, as a community decided some time ago to use native materials (rocks and wood) rather than industrial finishes in out lakefront area. Unfortunately, our current mayor dismisses the OCP bylaw as a bunch of mere suggestions and not the law, as prescribed by provincial statute. Strangely, the same man who has no respect for the law is always begging for respect for himself. John Allen

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COUNTRY HOE DOWN Community Recreation & Cultural Centre Fundraiser

Outdoor Event at the Agassiz Fairgrounds

Tickets $50 th September 28 Available at .6 p.m. to midnight.Municipal Hall,

Dinner Live Entertainment Beer Garden Games & Prizes

families first. Sylvia Langmann

9 am - 5 pm Tuesday thru Friday during the filming of the Wayward Pines TV series (until Feb. 2014). Give yourself a little time to maneuver around our office as we are part of the set occasionally.

Concrete response

creating a large crowd of people in the waiting area of the museum, where the appraisals took place. All throughout the day, many people came for appraisals, to spectate and to indulge in the vast history the museum has to offer. The AgassizHarrison Historical Society would like to extend their thanks to everyone who helped make the event such a success and to everyone who came for a day of historical revelations about their family heirlooms and household items. Nathan Blanchard

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that is in production and you will experience what we had to live through in 2010 and prior. The other pits do not have the same parabolic bowl with lake situation. If I were to stand at the top of the Lehigh pit and yell, you can hear the noise echoed in our community. Everyone here has said “No”, to putting a mine in sight of our homes. Our children ride bikes where the exhaust from the trucks polluting the air and the wind from the passing trucks are a threat to blowing them off the bike and it is a dangerous situation. I cannot understand why anyone would consider forcing something so despicable to live with on a community where children come to play in

Fitness/Activity Centre, Library & The Observer

8 Agassiz Harrison Observer Friday, September 6, 2013

BACK-TO-SCHOOL

COLOURING CONTEST! Brown-bag it the healthy way School cafeterias can be filled with temptation. It takes a lunch that stands out from the crowd to discourage your child from trading it in for a chocolate bar. â€œOne of the best ways of encouraging your children to eat healthy lunches is to get them in the kitchen helping to select and prepare their own lunches,â€? says Carol Dombrow, a registered dietitian with the Heart and Stroke Foundation. So, how can you make sure that your

child is well fed and energized for a day full of learning, socializing and physical activity? Six tips for snacks and lunches that are nutritious and delicious: â€˘ Get your kids involved in the preparation. They will be more likely to eat it. â€˘ Make sure that your childâ€™s lunch bag includes foods from all four-food groups. Consult Canadaâ€™s Food Guide for serving recommendations. â€˘ Lead by example and pack your own

MAGPIE'S B A K E R Y

Wood fired sourdough, Weds, Thurs, Fri. & Sat. NEW: 2 varieties of sausage rolls made fresh daily HOURS: Tues. â€“ Fri. 9:30am - 5pm Sat. 10am - 4pm Closed Sundays & Mondays

Fresh, made in Agassiz Danish rye bread â€˘ soup â€˘ German rye & multi grain bread coffee

604.491.1235 â€˘ 7254 - A Pioneer Avenue www.magpiesbakery.ca

2@@I=PMB@M ElderCollege Chilliwack Fall Registration Tuesday, September 17, 2013 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Doors open at 3 p.m. Landing Sports Centre 45530 Spadina Ave., Chilliwack (formerly the Ag Rec building) Refreshments by Donation Course details and registration information are online at www.ufv.ca/eldercollege

After Sept 17, registration continues by mail and at the ElderCollege office Room A1367, 45190 Caen Avenue For more information call 604-702-2611 Or email Elder.College@ufv.ca www.ufv.ca/eldercollege

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Valid until September 30, 2013. One coupon per customer. Not valid with any other promotional offer. No cash value. Welcomed at Agassiz A&W. Price plus tax.

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to 6pm Open: Mon - Sat 9am

AGASSIZ L O C A L L Y O W N E D & O P E R A T E D PRODUCE 7266 Pioneer Ave., 604.796.8444

snacks and lunch at the same time as you prepare your kidâ€™s. â€˘ Plan ahead. Freezing healthy leftovers will make packing a healthy lunch easy in the mornings. â€˘ Mix it up and make a plan. Provide a good variety of snacks and lunches throughout the year. â€˘ If your kids come home before you, make sure you make healthy snacks easily accessible. This could include cut-up fruit in the fridge or veggies with light dip or hummus.

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Our Next Race is Sept 7th @ 7pm

Fan Appreciation Day

Time Trials at 5:30pm Meet and Greet with the Drivers at 6:30pm

Featuring all 5 Classes Late Model Sportsman, Streets, Minis, Hornets, and Focus Midgets Invitational.

To show our thanks to our fans and sponsors, we are once more offering

4 for $44 (family of 4, 4 hot dogs, 4 chips & 4 cokes)

Music Performance by Hot Rod Gurl

SPONSORED BY:

7-13w HBD11 08/13W_HBD15

Smell rotten eggs? It could be natural gas.

CALL: 604 206 0049

www.hopebrigadedays.com FortisBC uses the FortisBC name and logo under license from Fortis Inc. (13-048.22 06/2013)

7/13 HBD11

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!* * RCMP Musical ride tickets sold separately

12 Agassiz Harrison Observer Friday, September 6, 2013

HARRISON-AGASSIZ

CHAMBER OF

COMMERCE

Time to reflect on how to improve your business . . .

HARRISON FESTIVAL SOCIETY

With the arrival of September, the summer rush ends and things get back to a more normal pace for most of the Harrison Agassiz Chamber business community. This a good time to reflect on how the summer went and how you can improve your business — both from an operations perspective and from a marketing perspective.

(604) 796-3664 www.harrisonfestival.com

Some of the questions to ask or investigate:

#5-7086 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz 604-796-2585 www.agassiz-harrison.org

Friday 9am10am - 5pm- 4pm Mon - Open Thurs:Monday 9am - -5pm | Sat:

LEN DAVIDIUK TAX SERVICES “The Taxman Since 1978”

7020 Pioneer Avenue Box 498 Agassiz BC V0M 1A0

Personal • Business Full Bookkeeping Services Tax Planning • Year Round Service

604.796.2806

info@lendavidiuktaxservices.com

Wild Sockeye filet Weekdays 11am - 3:30 & 4:30 - 9:30pm, with Housemade Lemon Dill Sauce

2195

604.796.9339

Friday 9am - 3:30 & 4:30 - 9:30pm, Saturday 8:30am - 9:30pm, Sunday 8:30am - 9pm Tuesday Closed 270 Esplanade, Harrison Hot Springs

• Is revenue up or down from last year? Are changes part of the general economy or did you change your product, price or service? Positive trends should be reinforced while negative changes should be corrected. • Are expenses up or down from last year? If expenses have increased or decreased in a greater proportion then revenue, you need to take a hard look at why? Have you changed suppliers, buying procedures, hired more staff ? • Is your marketing effort working? Revenue is only one measure, are the number of customers you served up or down? Tourism Harrison works to bring people to our region but businesses need to market themselves to ensure that visitors find them once they arrive in our region. Do you have appropriate signage, are you in the visitor guide, do you have a marketing plan?

Harrison Agassiz Chamber of Commerce

In this Bavarian Specialty House, overlooking Harrison Lake enjoy a romantic candlelit dinner inside or under the stars in summer. Extensive new world wine list and German beer to compliment your dinner selection.

Open Year Round! For reservations, call

604-796-9343

180 Esplanade Avenue in beautiful Harrison Hot Springs BC www.blackforest-restaurant.com • blackforestrestaurant@yahoo.com

The Voice of Business for Harrison Hot Springs The District of Kent and surrounding area www.harrison.ca

• In this day and age, every business needs a web presence. Are you on Facebook, do you have a website? Tourists check out accommodations, restaurants and stores before they make their trip. They want to see your menu before they step out the door. Facebook can help you reach new and existing customers with special deals and offers. If you do not have a web presence, you will be missing out on customers. • How smooth was your operation? Did temporary staff work out? Think about putting your policies and procedures into a manual. This is huge help for both existing and new employees. Another good way to see how you are doing and find ways to improve your operations is to talk to other businesses. To help promote this dialogue, the Chamber holds monthly meetings and various events throughout the year. Join the Chamber and talk to your business colleagues. Not only will you get some great ideas you will enjoy yourself in the process. To become a Chamber member, contact the Harrison Agassiz Chamber of Commerce through www.harrison.ca. Robert Reyerse Executive Director, Tourism Harrison

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YOUR COMMUNITY YOUR CLASSIFIEDS

The Agassiz ❖ Harrison

Phone: 604-796-4300 Toll Free: 1-866-865-4460 bc classified.com

email: classified@ahobserver.com FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

INDEX IN BRIEF FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...............1-8

OBITUARIES

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...9-57 CHILDREN ........................................80-98 EMPLOYMENT .............................102-198 BUSINESS SERVICES...................203-387 PETS & LIVESTOCK ......................453-483 REAL ESTATE ...............................603-696 RENTALS ......................................703-757 AUTOMOTIVE ..............................804-862 MARINE .......................................903-920

_____________ Advertise across the Lower Mainland in the 18 best-read community newspapers and 2 dailies. ON THE WEB:

bcclassified.com

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS 002A

CELEBRATIONS Retirement Alert!

For those of you who know Mr. Gerd Trubenbach from the “Terrace Bar”, the “Lobby Lounge” or “Island’s Bar” at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa, please take note; his last day at the resort will be September 27th, 2013. He has been at the Resort for 43 years and has gained many friends during his tenure. He will be missed terribly. There will be a

Retirement Party/Reunion September 29th at 6pm You’re all invited! To defray the cost there will be a fee of $20 per person. Please call Lisa Rose to reserve your place at: 604-796-4705 or 604-796-2244 ext.225

BC Cancer Foundation Legacies accepted. 604.851.4736 or visit: bccancerfoundation.com

OBITUARIES

COMING EVENTS

LOOKING for creative people in the Kent Harrison Fraser Cascades areas, who would be interested in starting a Crafters Co-op. Whether you paint, knit, sew, make jewelry, candles, etc. we can work together to start our very own co-op! If you are interested in attending an infomation/planning meeting, please email asap to: prettypleasecoop crafters@gmail.com

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE...........503-587

It is agreed by any Display or Classified Advertiser requesting space that the liability of the paper in the event of failure to publish an advertisement shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for that portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect item only, and that there shall be no liability in any event beyond the amount paid for such advertisement. The publisher shall not be liable for slight changes for typographical errors that do not lessen the value of an advertisement.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 114

GROW MARIJUANA COMMERCIALLY. Canadian Commercial Production Licensing Convention October 26th & 27th. Toronto Airport, Marriott Hotel. www.greenlineacademy.com. Tickets 1-855-860-8611 or 250-870-1882.

TRAVEL.............................................61-76

AGREEMENT

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

Oosterlaar, Diane Josephine November 5, 1961August 29, 2013

Diane Josephine Oosterlaar of Victoria, BC passed away peacefully in hospital after a very brief battle with Melanoma Cancer at the age of 51 years. She is survived by her partner Michael Lynam, her parents Bill and Rita Oosterlaar, her sisters and brothers, Tilli (Kevin) Kimler, Janet (Stu) Harris, Gerald and Brian, her niece and nephew Leanne and Trevor, also her special boys Jordan, Nick and Josh. Diane graduated with a Business Administration Degree from Fraser Valley College in Chilliwack, BC and spent many years employed at Pioneer Motors in Agassiz, BC. She later moved to Victoria and worked for The BC Ambulance Service and was presently working for BC Vital Statistics. She will be lovingly remembered by her friends and family as an animal lover, a selfless and compassionate person and a wonderful friend to all who knew her. A Prayer Service will be held at 7:00 pm on Friday, September 6, 3013 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Agassiz. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, September 7, 2013 at the Agricultural Hall in Agassiz, with Valerie Martell, officiating. A service will also be held in Victoria on September 14, 2013, location to be determined. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Canadian Cancer Society.

LOST AND FOUND

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130

HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

TRADES, TECHNICAL

TOWER TECHNICIAN

Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader, is seeking an energetic, tower technician the applicant must have full understanding of electronics and 3 phase power. This full time position requires knowledge of tower crane erection and dismantles .

CLASS 1 DRIVER W/ AIR To conduct deliveries for international lubricants co. in Vancouver area, Seattle-Tacoma, Prince George, Okanagan & Edmonton. Pay $20/hour, mileage, bonus, profit-sharing & full benefits. Apply with resume by emailing custservpacific@fuchs.com or faxing to 604-888-1145

FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944

Please email all resumes to Barbara@megacrane.com

FLAG PERSONS & LANE TECH PERSONNEL NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

EXP CLASS 1 TEAM DRIVERS Earn up to $6500/mo. Send resumes mj@synergytruckingltd.com Fax:604-598-3497

WE WILL TRAIN! COMPETITIVE RATES Must Have Valid TCP Certiﬁcate, Reliable Insured Vehicle And Provide A Clean Drivers Abstract!

FOUND - 2 FISHING RODS. Hope area. Please call to identify. 604302-4841.

OBITUARIES

Please E-mail Resume: grasdald@telus.net

TRAVEL NEW RATES!

TransX needs class 1 company drivers to run BC/AB TRANSX HAS NEW RATES OF .44 CENTS A MILE FOR BC/AB

TIMESHARE

CANCEL YOUR TIMESHARE. NO Risk Program STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. FREE Consultation. Call Us NOW. We Can Help! 1-888-356-5248

TransX offers a new rate structure of .44 cents base with mileage from 11 to 13 thousand per month. As well as medical benefits.

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AUTOMOTIVE

Full time immediate position open for energetic individual looking for a career in the Tire Industry. Great hours and could possibly work into an automotive apprenticeship program. Must have Class 5 license. Contact Cathy at 604-869-1618

130

HELP WANTED

An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators, Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)7235051Edson,Alta

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Are You Tired of McJobs? Looking for a Career?

ALL CASH Drink/Snack Vending Business Route. Complete Training. Small Investment Required. 1888-979-VEND (8363). www.healthydrinkvending.co

Rapid Advancement & Beneﬁts.

**ATTENTION: JOB SEEKERS!** MAKE MONEY! Mailing Postcards! www.PostcardsToWealth.com NOW ACCEPTING! ZNZ Referral Agents! $20-$60/Hour! www.FreeJobPosition.com HOME WORKERS! Make Money Using Your PC! www.SuperCashDaily.com Earn Big Paychecks Paid Every Friday! www.LegitCashJobs.com GET FREE VENDING MACHINES - 100% Lease Financing - All Cash Income - 100% Tax Deductible Become Financially Independent All Canadian Company. Full Details CALL NOW 1-866-668-6629 Website WWW.TCVEND.COM.

BIRTHS

$11.00/hr. up to $20.00/hr.

HOME CARE/SUPPORT

CAREGIVER/COMPANION Compassionate care aid/care giver required for elderly couple in HHS hours and wage negotiable leave message at 796-3324

Please call 1-877-914-0001

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 106

131

Suzuki, Andrew Arthur May 11, 1952 August 27, 2013 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Andrew on August 27, 2013 after a long illness. Andrew is survived by Vicki Bolan, his partner of 36 years, his mother, Ann Suzuki Miake of Sudbury ON, sisters Cathy, Caroline, and Susan, brother Makoto, aunts Mary Suzuki Hawkes, Judy Gracie, PeeWee (Phoebe) Suzuki, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews; predeceased by his aunt Cookie (Jane) and his uncle McGregor.

TRADES, TECHNICAL

COMMERCIAL Transport Mechanic req’d for afternoon shift for Trucking Co. in Maple Ridge. Monday to Friday. Fax resume to 604-460-7853 or email wmader@telus.net

A talented craftsman, Andrew developed his love for wood at Sheridan College in the early 1970s. Many friends and family members were the lucky recipients of game boards and boxes with intricate, inlay patterns in both domestic & exotic woods. Andrew will be remembered for his never-ending stories, his fondness for political discussions & sports (most notably the Tour de France and the Canucks), and his love of music (especially that found at the Harrison Festival of the Arts where he was a volunteer for 16 years).

EXPERIENCED excavator operator & crusherman required for sand & gravel operation located in Harrison Mills. P/T position. Call Grant @604-308-9515.

Special thanks go to Drs. Goodman, Bull, and Hopkins, to Dani, Janette, and Lyn with Agassiz Home Health, the nurses at the Cascade Hospice in Chilliwack and the entire Fraser Health Palliative Home Care team.

EXP. Excavator Operators req&d, for Residential Excavation. Fax resume to 604-460-7853 or e-mail wmader@telsu.net

Donations, if so desired, may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society – Prostate Research. A Celebration of Life is planned for a later date but in the meantime, messages of condolence online at www.dignitymemorial.ca/ hendersons-funeral-homes-crematorium/en-ca/index.page

Paid Weekly!

Must be an outgoing team player!

Call Today, Start Tomorrow!

Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic

Mindy: 604-777-2195 FIELD CLERK NEEDED for out of town work site (21/7 schedule). Mature, flexible and positive communicator, understanding of importance of safety culture. Reporting to on-site foreman & Edmonton HO. Transportation to & from work site provided. Potential to grow with company; Jobs@CommandEquipment.com. Fax 780-488-3002.

Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader is seeking an energetic, aggressive self starter for a full time position. Required immediately. Must have inspectors ticket and Red seal. Will have hydraulic experience and must be able to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.

BIRTHS

COMING EVENTS

BENEFIT PACKAGE!

GUARANTEED Job Placement: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas Industry. Call 24hr Free Recorded Message For Information 1-800-972-0209

Please contact Mike e-mail: mike@megacranes.com or fax 604.599.5250

BIRTHS

ALL FOR

TINY HANDS, TINY FEET

Call Sarah 604-796-4300

THERE IS SOMEONE

NEW TO MEET!

INTRODUCING

OUR SON

GAGE RICHARD

PENNEY MAY 24, 2013 WEIGHING 7LBS 14OZS

+ TAX

AGASSIZ UNITED CHURCH

31ST ANNUAL Welcomed with love by Tyler & Marlena Penney and grandparents Bruce & Lee Penney, Richard & Cathie Wells & their families

Lots of Treasures, Bargains, Antiques, Baking, Borcht

Have lunch too! Saturday, September 7th 8:00 am - 2:00 pm 6860 Lougheed Hwy.

14 Agassiz Harrison Observer, Friday, September 6, 2013 EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160

TRADES, TECHNICAL

PERSONAL SERVICES 182

188

FINANCIAL SERVICES

PERSONAL SERVICES 182

FINANCIAL SERVICES

DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 50% & DEBT FREE in half the time! AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free Consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1-877-556-3500 BBB Rated A+ GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 260

knoke trucking

320

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Ask us about $20K Gov’t Grant or visit: www.bchousing.org/HAFI - 1 Piece Seamless Acrylic Walls - Custom Showers, Tubs, Glass Doors - Wheelchair Accessible Showers

604-477-4777 www.bathtime.ca

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley 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.

332

Check out bcclassified.com’s Real Estate section in the 600’s.

130

HELP WANTED

PAVING/SEAL COATING

ASPHALT PAVING • Brick Driveways • Retaining Walls • Foundation Repairs • Sealcoating 604-618-2304

338

PLUMBING

BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

341

PRESSURE WASHING

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES. Show & working lines. Vet checked, 1st shot, dewormed, micro chip, C.K.C. $1200-$1500. 604-710-9333

Restless Leg Syndrome & Leg Cramps? Fast Relief In One Hour. Sleep At Night. Proven For Over 32 Years. www.allcalm.com Mon-Fri 8-4 EST 1-800-765-8660.

ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)

REAL ESTATE 624

P/B blue males Ready to go. 1st shots & tails/dew claws done. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN $1000 604-308-5665

LASSIE DOODLE PUPPIES (Collie x Poodle)Born Father’s Day (June 16). Mom is a PB small (45 lbs.) Rough Collie and Dad is a PB small (50 lbs) Standard Poodle. Puppies are black with varying amounts of white on paws and chest and some are blue merle. Both males and females available. We have bred this litter special to create the perfect family companion (intelligent, gentle, easy to train, always willing to please, happy indoors and outdoors, good with children and animals, low to no shed). We are a 4H (agility, obedience, showmanship) family and our dogs are a part of our home and life and we wish the same for our puppies. Please consider the time and commitment needed to raise a dog and you will have our support and guidance for life. Pups will have first shots and deworming. Black males are $850, females and blue merles are $950. 604-820-4827

Schnauzer-Poodle cross - Highenergy, 3 1/2 yrs old, neutered. Please call 796-9881

Advertising Sales Consultant The Abbotsford News, one of Canada’s leading community newspapers, has an opening for an Advertising Sales Consultant. This is a challenging career opportunity for a results-driven individual. Candidates will possess the ability to increase sales to existing clients while successfully prospecting new business in one of the Fraser Valley’s fastest growing markets. The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, a proven track record in sales, is highly motivated with strong organizational and communication skills. Our work environment sets industry standards for professionalism and innovation. The News combines a salary/benefits package designed to attract and retain outstanding staff. Please send your application in confidence to:

Andrew Franklin, Publisher 34375 Gladys Avenue Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H5 e-mail: publisher@abbynews.com

Closing Date: Monday, Sept. 30, 2013 The interest of all applicants is appreciated, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

www.blackpress.ca

www.abbynews.com

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS Eastcan Rooﬁng & Siding

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 533

FERTILIZERS

627

604.562.0957 or 604.961.0324 GL ROOFING. Cedar/Asphalt, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters - $80. 1-855-240-5362. info@glroofing.ca

356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

DISPOSAL BINS By Recycle-it 6 - 50 Yard Bins

Starting from $199.00

Delivery & Pick-Up Included Residential & Commercial Service • Green Waste • Construction Debris • Renovations • House Clean Outs

604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

PETS 477

PETS

CAIRN TERRIER. Male, In training. Ready to go. Shots, dewormed. $800. 604-807-5204. CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $160 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $180. 604-856-8877

551

GARAGE SALES

Agassiz - 2009 McCaffrey rd., Saturday, September 7. 8am - 2pm Baby clothes, exersaucer, bassinet, high chair, toys & household items

Agassiz

7035 York Cres. Saturday, Sept. 7 9am - 2pm Work bench, Maytag dishwasher, x-lrg. dog crate, china cabinet, light fixtures and much, much more! Agassiz

752

8 am - 2 pm compressor, generators, small quad, tools, toys, camping gear & lots of guys stuff!

TOWNHOUSES

Agassiz - 3bdrm + den, 2.5bth in 8 unit complex, single garage + 1 xtra parking space. $950/mo + utils. NS, NP, DD, Refs req’d, avail Oct. 1 Ph 604-796-0307

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

HOMES WANTED

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 AUTO CREDIT - Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply at: uapplyudrive.CA or Call toll free 1.877.680.1231

PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS FROM $140,000 Also; Spectacular 3 Acre Parcel at $390,000 1-250-558-7888 www.orlandoprojects.com ~ FINANCING AVAILABLE ~

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES • DIFFICULTY SELLING? •

Difﬁculty Making Payments? No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing? We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

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

1-800-961-7022

RENTALS

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

706

APARTMENT/CONDO

1BDR.&DEN, central Abbotsford, very well menaged bldg., in suite ldr., laminate floors, dish washer, 2 pkg., must see. October 1, call 778773-2897 2 Bedroom $925.00 New Westminster 428 Agnes St. Clean and Quite, near Skytrain & Shopping Secured Parking & Extra Storage Incl. Heat & Hot Water N/S N/P Call Dan 604-306-9111 AGASSIZ

T. Marlowe Manor 1755 - #9 Hwy

Spacious 1 bdrms avail. now, $579/m.

Parking, coin laundry & elevator. Smal pets upon prior approval, refs required. Call 604-703-3405 HARRISON - Studio Apartment, Nice quiet & safe building, suitable for single person. Newly renovated, $595/month includes utilities. Avail now. Call 604-794-7132

715

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

$895 - 2 bed, 1 bath, 2 level duplex on 3rd ave. Mission Available immediately. Pets ok. Call AnnaLee: 778-968-8704

.langleyautoloans.com 1.877.810.8649

818

Agassiz, 2 bdrm mobile home, 10 miles E at Ruby Creek. F/p, $650/m +util. avail now. Rolf (604)823-4710

736

2004 CHEV MALIBU, 165,000 km, 3.5 L, V6. $5,500 obo. Call (604)869-7010

838

RECREATIONAL/SALE

10 ft. Camper - Fridge, oven, furnace, elect. water pump, porta potty $800.00 OBO 604-796-8832

HOMES FOR RENT

Agassiz. 2 bdrm bungalow in 45+ strata complex, central location close to shopping & rec centres, like new, open concept, private patio. $900/m + util. N/s, n/p, refs. Avail now. Call 1 (604)796-2717

CARS - DOMESTIC

1994 Ford Mustang, automatic, new fuel pump & alternator, minor repairs needed. $1500 604-796-2341

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS

Yard Sale #23 Inkman Road Saturday, Sept. 7th

SUITES, LOWER

Harrison totally reno’d 1bdrm bsmt suite 2 blks fr beach, w/d, d/w, storage $600 incl cable. 604-589-2866

WHATCOM COUNTY Berry Farm North of Lynden, family owned 80+ yrs. 19.2 acres. 8 acres newer Meeker Raspberries in production, 9 acres open for replanting. Halverstick Road. Most fertile & proven soil in County w/ample water rights. 3 bdrm house, garage, large shop & barn. $775,000, negotiable. Call for details or tour (360)305-2060. Email: ondeckt@hotmail.com

•New Roofs •Re-Roofs •Repairs Liability Insurance/BBB/10% off with ad

750

AGASSIZ - 3bdrm/1bath apt, covered parking, avail. October 1st. $850/mo +util. N/P 604-751-2191

FARMS

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 ROTTWEILER 4.5 year old intact male, very large, $1500. Call 604-309-8545.

RENTALS

MISC. FOR SALE

CUTE English Bulldog Puppies $600. Healthy Male & female. 9 weeks, Health, shot papers. 2818990861 Email: pauwhee@gmail.com

Always! Power Washing, Window & Gutter cleaning, all your exterior cleaning needs. 604-230-0627

Opportunity for an outstanding

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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.

Kittens for sale! Born July 9, black/white & tabby mix, some long haired Call evenings: 604-796-9935

Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, Efficient & Quality Paint. 778.344.1069

1 DAY INSTALL COMPLETE BATHROOM REMODELING Free Estimates

PETS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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

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

ELECTRICAL

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

477

1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Honest Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting $35hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)491-8607

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

287

PETS

MOVING & STORAGE

ALWAYS! GUTTER Cleaning & Roof Blowing, Moss Control,30 yrs exp., Reliable! Simon 604-230-0627

Find FIND THE HOME OF YOUR s! DREAMS! HELP WANTED

LANDSCAPING

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

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.

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LEGAL SERVICES

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. .info@lydellgroup.ca fax 780-542-6739

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

Agassiz - 4 BDRM/ 1BA. Large, clean home w/ 2 living rms. Newly reno’d! 7168 Pioneer Ave. $950/m +DD Pets ok, Please call 778-2460017 or 778-241-3618. Avail. Now!

750

SUITES, LOWER

$550 Fltwd 1BDR/1 BTH. N/S, N/P Incl util. and internet. No ldry or cbl. Avail. Oct 1st. Call 604-916-7682

Buying, Renting, Selling? www.bcclassiﬁed.com

TRANSPORTATION 851

TRUCKS & VANS

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES CARS & VANS 1998 TOYOTA TERCEL 4 dr, auto, runs good. ST#452. $2,900. 2005 CHEV UPLANDER 7 psg auto, a/c, fully loaded, long wheel base. ST#437. $4,900. 2006 SUZUKI SWIFT 4 dr, auto, hatchback. ST#606. Only this week! $4,900. 2006 SATURN ION 4 dr, auto, Aircared. ST#389. Only this week! $5,500. 2006 PONTIAC WAVE 4dr auto, sedan, low kms fully loaded Aircared. ST#353. $5,888. 2007 FORD FUSION 4 dr, auto, power windows/locks, a/c. ST#350. Only this week $5,900. 2003 FORD ESCAPE 4dr, 4X4 auto. ST#377. Only this week $5,900. 2006 CHEV IMPALA Auto, 4 dr sedan, runs good, Aircared, ST#386. $5,900. 2005 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr, auto, sunroof, Aircared. ST#427. Only this week! $5,900 2008 CHEV COBALT. 2 dr, 5 spd, runs good. ST#445. $5,900. 2007 FORD FUSION 4 dr, auto, loaded. ST#250. $5,995. 2006 NISSAN SENTRA, 4 dr, auto, fully loaded, ST#387. Only this week! $6,500. 2004 GMC ENVOY 4 dr, auto, 4 X 4, 7 pass, Aircared. ST#413. Only this week $6,900. 2007 HYUNDAI ACCENT 4 dr, auto, fully loaded, runs good. ST#364. $6,900. 2007 CHEV COBALT 4 dr, auto, low kms. ST#367. Only this week! $6,900. 2007 DODGE CALIBER 4 dr, auto, fully loaded. ST#383 $7,500. 2008 KIA SPECTRA 4 dr auto hatch back, fully loaded ST#352. $7,777. 2007 JEEP COMPASS 4 dr auto, 4 X 4, Aircared, loaded ST#336. $8,900. 2008 SATURN ASTRA 4 dr, hatch back, sunroof, auto. ST#366. Only this week! $9,900 2007 TOYOTA COROLLA, 4 dr, auto, sedan, very low kms, 82K only. ST#393. This week only! $10,500. 2007 TOYOTA COROLLA 4 dr, auto, sedan, a/c, pwr locks, low kms. ST#397. $10,900. 2008 HYUNDAI TUCSON 4 dr auto, fully loaded. ST#404. Only this week $11,500. 2006 HYUNDAI TUCSON 4 dr, auto. Only this week! $11,900. 2008 KIA SPORTAGE, 4 dr, auto, runs good. Only this week! $11,900. 2008 FORD ESCAPE, auto, fully loaded, low kms. ST#425. $11,900. 2009 DODGE JOURNEY 4 dr, auto. 5 passenger. ST#418. Only this week! $11,900. 2010 TOYOTA CAMRY, 4 dr, auto, fully loaded, ST#395 $13,900. 2006 FORD F350. Quad cab 4 X 4, auto, long box, diesel. ST#13. $14,900. 2007 GMC ACADIA 4 dr, 8 passenger, all wheel drive, runs good. ST#319. $14,900 2010 DODGE JOURNEY 4 dr, auto, fully loaded, 7 psgr. ST#428. Only this week! $15,900. 2009 JETTA TDi 4 dr, auto, leather, fully loaded. ST#402. Only this week. $17,900.

TRUCKS 2004 HUMMER H2, 4 dr, auto, 4 X 4, ST#384. Only this week, $13,900. 2006 FORD F350 XLT Crew cab, diesel, 4X4, auto, long box, runs good ST#309 $14,900 2006 FORD F350 XLT quad cab, 4X4, auto, diesel, only 156K ST#17. $15,900 2006 FORD F350 XLT crew cab diesel 4X4 auto long box only 160K. ST#310. $15,900 2007 FORD F350 XLT Crew cab, diesel, 4 x 4, auto, short box only, 162K. ST#826. $15,900. 2008 2007 FORD F150 XLT super crew, 4 X 4, auto, fully loaded. ST#348. $15,900. 2007 FORD F350 LARIAT crew cab, diesel, 4 X 4, auto short box. ST#275. $18,900. 2009 FORD F150 Crew cab, fully loaded $17,900.

32055 Cedar Lane Abbotsford, BC DL#31038

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TRUCKS & VANS

2003 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN

Sport Extended 7 pass.,V6, Dual air. Excellent condition. JUST $3250.00

604-556-4242

604-855-0666

www.keytrackautosales.com

Community Corner

September 2013

Events

use your eReader, Reading – Unbound! Learn how to ess books NOT to acc iPhone, SmartPhone, iPad or tablet n how to access the lear to t men oint app an on paper. Book ks. 604-796-9510 library’s collection of free digital boo pm on Shaw Cable. Lions TV Bingo Thursday nights at 6 rce - Chehalis Store & Pick up your bingo cards at The Sou Ledoux Hardware

Bes t Rates

Groups and Activities Gr

Ch ris .79 @ 604 6.4301

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assiz Monday Painters est.196 1. Meets every Mon. from 11 am - 3 pm at Agassiz United Church. FMI call Linda 604794-5554

For features in Community Calendar

Cribbage at 1 pm, Sit and Be Fit 10:30 am Mon. & Fri., Drop-in Floor Curling 7 pm Thurs.

Kidz @ the

Bigfoot Toa

Cross - Harrison Elementary - Thurs. 6 - 7:30 pm Grades 4, 5 &6 Registration & team leader - Car ol Cartmell 604-793-0171 or gospelbrass@sh aw.ca Crafts • Games • Lesson

Coffee

Beginnings: Pre/post natal education, nutrition & suppor t. Lunch is provided. Tues. 10 am to 1 pm . 7272 Morrow Rd. Phone #604-796-0313

stmasters Club meets at 7 pm every Mon. evening at the Christian Reformed Church hall, 7452 Mo rrow Rd. Visitors always welcome. Agassiz contact: Sam Steenhuus 604-701-9068 Break/Story Hour - a weekly Bible Study for ladies & childre n 0-5. Weds. 9:30 am Agassiz Christian Refo rmed Church on Morrow Road. FMI call 604 -796-9474

Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) is an adv ocacy

group devoted to improving “Th e Quality of Life” for all seniors. FMI call Ernie Bayer @ 604-576-9734 or email ecbaye r@shaw.ca

Harrison Community Social

Better

Agassiz Harrison Family Par enting Place: Meet friends, old & new ! Par

ents/ caregivers with their children 0 - 6 are welcome. Mon., Weds. & Thu rs. 9:30 am - 1 pm 7272 Morrow Rd. Phone #604-7960313

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b Adopt A Road Program: The Drop-in every Thurs. at Harriso Village n Hot Springs of Har rison Hot Springs is promoting Memorial Hall, 9:30 am: cards, a darts, games public/private partnership in & coffee. Contact Jacquie 604-79 the form 6-3105 or of Adopt A Road. Interested Suzanne 604-796-1269 Table Tennis at 12:30 private pm Lea 604-796-0558 organizations, community gro up

& clubs can assist the municipa lity 4 levels in keeping the Village beautif of hikes every Weds.(easy, ligh ul by t, moderate, volunteering their labour to strenuous) FMI call Ruth Altendo pick up rf 604-796litter & debris along street fron 2084 tages. Go to the Village office for info Friendship House Nickel Bin rma tion go packages at 495 Hot Springs Mon. at 1 pm, Tues. Bridge at 12:3 on Roa d. 0 pm,

Harrison Hikers Group offers

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Meet the Pros September 2013

YOUR SOURCE FOR QUALITY LOCAL PROFESSIONALS

BUDGET MAINTENANCE • Power & Soft Wash • Gutter Cleaning • Painting • Reasonable Rates

Insured & Experienced 604-796-3965 Rick’s Computer Services

• General Repairs & Data Recovery • Trojans & Viruses Removed • Same day service on all drop offs

HUGE FLEA MARKET

For all your Service, Repair & Installation Needs “One call does it all”

604-796-2705 24 HOUR LICENSED SERVICE

Drop by 6438 Lougheed Hwy. (Corner of 7 & 9)

604-796-0538 R.C.E. APPLIANCE REPAIR

604-796-2834

FRATERNAL ORDER OF EAGLES

KENT PLUMBING & HEATING LTD.

Service to all makes of washers, dryers, stoves, dishwashers & refrigerators

Every 2nd Sunday of the month Markets are from 9am to 2pm at the Eagle’s Hall 386 Fort Street, Hope Hosts the Hope Eagles & Lions

PLUMBING SERVICES

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KELLY AT 604.819.1936

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TO ADVERTISE IN THIS FEATURE: CALL Chris @ 604-796-4301

Agassiz Harrison Dart League Meeting on September 8th at 3pm at the Royal Canadian Legion

New members welcome! For info call 604-796-2347

Agassiz Legion Branch 32 Events SEPTEMBER 14TH

Hope Auto Body Ltd.

604-796-1196 | cell 604-857-3375

SEPTEMBER 28TH

CORN FESTIVAL STEAK DINNER

SALMON DINNER Dance to MOJOMAX

Dinner ............................................... 6:30 - 7:30 pm Dance to SWEETWATER ...... 8:00 - Midnight

Dinner ...........................................................6 - 7 pm Dance to MOJOMAX.................. 7:30 - 11 pm

1846 No. 9 Hwy., Agassiz • 604-796-2332

FINBACK CUSTOM WOODWORKS

• Complete collision & glass services • Courtesy Vehicles • Express repair facility - all insurance company estimates written here

966 6th Avenue, 604 •869 •5244 www.hopeautobody.ca

• New Cabinetry and Cabinet Refacing • Counter Tops • All Custom Cabinets are made from solid wood (no particle board) 6390 PIONEER AVE., AGASSIZ

V I S I T O U R S H OW RO OM

www.finback.ca

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VILLA, TOSCANA UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT

Try our delectable Scaloppine di Vitello... Enjoy our Platter Italiano... Savour our authentic Tiramisu... Serving breakfast every day 7 am - noon Serving dinner Sunday to Thursday 5 pm - 10 pm & Friday & Saturday 5 pm - midnight

Live music every Saturday (excluding September 14th due to the Agassiz Fall Fair)

Friday, September 13th Ray Roper

VILLA, ,TOSCANA 15%

OFF ANY ENTRﾃ右

With this coupon 窶｢ Expires Sept. 30/13

Villa Toscana 窶｢ 604-796-5555 ext. 3 190 Lillooet Ave., Harrison Hot Springs