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An Agassiz family saw their house completely destroyed by a fire on Monday afternoon.

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An Agassiz family of six is in need of a home for the holidays. Their house was completely destroyed by fire Monday afternoon, despite a rapid response from three fire surrounding fire departments. Immediately, community members began looking for ways to help the family. A relative of the displaced family said the most pressing need will be a place a stay. They have four young children and several pets. "Social services will only put them up for three days, then they told them to go to a shelter," Carol Perry, the children's grandmother wrote in an

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email from Ontario. "If anyone knows any place available for them to rent they would be great." The family was renting a mobile home on Wells Road, and have chickens, pigs, a pony, a dog and a cat. "They just really need to find a place to live," Perry said. "Once they get that, they will be okay." She added she's just sent out her grandchildren's Christmas presents. However, the children are twin girls aged seven, a nine-year-old boy and a four-year-old boy. The children attend Kent elementary school in Agassiz, and that school's principal announced on Tuesday they will be accepting donations for the

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family. "One of our families needs our help," Chris Wejr wrote on the school's Facebook page. "Yesterday, one of our families' homes on a farm burnt down. They are all safe but sadly lost everything. They are currently living in a hotel until Thursday but are looking for a place to live/rent on a farm." He asked that if people want to donate gently used clothing and household items, they could drop off at the school. The twins are a size 7/8, the older boy is a size 10 and the younger boy is a size 6/7. Three fire halls (Agassiz, Seabird and Popkum) were on scene Monday afternoon, trying to knock down the

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Many Harrison Mills residents are hoping to muzzle the sounds of guns in their backyard. A petition to end hunting in the area surrounding Kilby was submitted to the District of Kent at the end of November, and mulled over by council on Monday night. The petition was signed by 23 people, who wrote numerous complaints that the sounds of guns going off are scaring their dogs and horses, making residents and tourists feel unsafe, and disturbing the swans and eagles. It’s also made walking along the dike terrifying to some, including leashed dogs. But council pointed out that farmers have a right to hunt their land, especially for cropdestroying waterfowl such as geese. Councillor Duane Post noted that in one of his fields recently, what didn’t get damaged by flooding was lost to hungry waterfowl. “Try imaging every Saturday morning, guns going off 100 yards from your window,” Dale Rosamond told the Observer. “Everybody here can hear it.

These are 12-gauge shotguns; they’re loud.” There have been numerous close calls for residents, he added. Personally, he’s had pellets bouncing off a tin roof above him, seconds after hearing gun shots. Another time, he witnessed a neighbour who he said was almost killed by a spooked horse in a fenced paddock, when hunters “opened up full volume.” “She got swung by the horse and smashed into the fence,” he said. While she walked away mostly unscathed, the horse broke the fence. The hunters are often within earshot, enough to speak to each other. While council suggested that most hunters would be polite enough to stop shooting if asked, Rosamond said that’s often not the case and the police have been called on a few occasions. “Without even yelling they can hear me,” he said. “They said ‘f*** you or I’ll shoot you, too.'” Rosamond said the community “didn’t know what else to do,” so they set out to build the petition. District staff has been communicating with residents in the area, informing them they can put up “no hunting” and

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“no trespassing” signs. However, shooting is allowed in the district, except for within 900 metres of schools, churches and dwellings. Darcey Kohuch, director of planning and development for the District, said that the provincial hunting regulations set out clear laws for distances. While those may differ in municipalities, the provincial hunting regulations state that hunters are required to consult with municipalities. And no one is ever to be trespassing on private, he underlined. Staff at Kent Outdoors said it is commonplace for hunters to go door to door to ask permission to shoot waterfowl on farmland. To hunt on land without permission is poaching, they added — a serious crime. Almost every land owner has signed the Harrison Mills petition, Rosamond said. And in the past few weeks, the noise has died down. Council referred the petition back to staff to continue discussions with residents. For more information on current local and provincial hunting regulations, visit the district office or Kent Outdoors. news@ahobserver.com

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Mountain Institution cancels visits, Kent seizes drugs Mountain Institution in Agassiz was put on lockdown last week so staff members could conduct a search for contraband. The lockdown was put in place Friday at 4:30 p.m., and means that no visits are allowed until it has been lifted. Correctional Service

of Canada said regular activities will resume at the medium security federal institution once it is considered safe to do so. That had not happened by press time. And earlier this month, at neighbouring Kent Institution, a visitor was intercepted while attempting to bring con-

traband into the prison. That seizure occurred on Nov. 22, CSC said, and was the result of the combined efforts of correctional officers and detector-dog team. The contraband seized included steroid substances. The total institutional value of this seizure is estimated at $2,500.

The visitor was arrested by the Agassiz RCMP and may be facing criminal charges. CSC said they use a number of tools to prevent drugs from entering its institutions. These tools include ion scanners and drug-detector dogs to search buildings, personal property, in-

mates and visitors. CSC has set up a telephone tip line for all federal institutions so that it may receive additional information about activities relating to security at CSC institutions. These activities may be related to drug use or trafficking that may threaten the safety

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HHS to build ‘age-friendly plan’ with grant money Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER

Harrison Hot Springs is one of 26 communities to receive Age Friendly Grants from the province for 2014. The $20,000 grant is meant to support projects that are designed to help older adults stay mobile, physically active and healthy.

The initiatives vary around the province, depending on each community’s need. In Harrison, Lisa Grant, manager of development and community services, said the money will be spent building an age-friendly plan. “The Village will be working to engage a consultant in early 2014 to lead this project,” Grant

said. “The plan should address the aging population in the Village and provide a series of priorities and recommendations that are unique to Harrison Hot

Springs and may include such topics as outdoor spaces and buildings, transportation, housing, social participation, communication and informa-

sider projects that complemented the three provincial priorities for seniors. Those are elder abuse prevention, dementia care and non-medical home

support. The Age Friendly program is a partnership between the Government of B.C. and the Union of B.C. Municipalities.

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Phone scam alert The Chilliwack RCMP are sending out a message to everyone in the Fraser Valley, to be wary of very specific phone fraud. They say seniors are being targeted by someone claiming to be their grandson or a lawyer representing their grandchild. They state the grandson has been in a motor vehicle collision in Peru and requires money for legal expenses. They are asked not to contact their family and are

tion, community support and health services.” Health Minister Terry Lake said the communities that received grants are encouraged to con-

directed to wire money to Peru. "Victims have lost thousands of dollars. I can only hope people become aware of the scam to prevent further crimes of this nature," says Constable Cynthia Kershaw. If you have been or are in the future, involved in a scam with a similar theme, please contact the Chilliwack RCMP at 604 792-4611, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Shopping local makes this community stronger We're down to just 13 shopping days left before Christmas morning. Thirteen days to find just the right gift for those loved ones on your list. And 13 days to support local businesses. This Christmas, we urge our readers to remember their local merchants and home-based businesses this holiday season. There are more than 400 of them, stretching across Agassiz and Harrison Hot Springs. More than 100 of those are involved with the Chamber of Commerce. Each business name represents one person who was willing to invest in this community. It takes a lot of guts to hang an open sign up on your front drive, advertising hair services, computer repair or your artwork. It takes trust in your community, and potential customers, to renovate retail space in one of the downtown cores.

Should District of Kent council consider banning waterfowling on farmland? To answer, go to the Home page of our website: www.ahobserver.com

Each business is hoping to make ends meet, while providing employment for others. And while the draw to the malls in Chilliwack and beyond can be tempting, ask yourself if you can't get a better product closer to home. If you've never stepped foot in a shop on Pioneer, or never strolled through the Village except to sightsee, this is the time to do it. This area is home to some of the best fresh farming products in B.C., too, from hazelnuts and cheese to cranberries and salmon. Many shops are filled to the brim with Christmas cheer, great gift ideas and what you need to entertain this season. But remember, they're also filled with your friends and neighbours, all working at making this community a better place to live, and do business.

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Ottawa puts on pipeline push B.C. VIEWS Tom Fletcher VICTORIA – The federal government stepped up its sales pitch for new pipelines to the B.C. coast last week, as it prepares for the imminent release of the federal review panel’s report on the feasibility of the Enbridge Northern Gateway project. Transport Minister Lisa Raitt and Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver arrived in Vancouver to release an expert panel’s report on the current state of tanker safety on the West Coast. It was the first of two reports that tell the Stephen Harper government in blunt terms how steep a hill it must climb to enable energy exports to Asia. Oliver gave a speech to the Vancouver Board of Trade the following morning, where he

vowed to implement one of the panel’s key recommendations. Legislation is coming to ensure that polluters, not taxpayers, must pay for any environmental damage from resource development and transport. The panel was chaired by Gordon Houston, a former Prince Rupert harbourmaster and CEO of Port Metro Vancouver. Its report details the little-noticed fact that coastal waters around Victoria and Vancouver are already congested with shipping traffic, including Alaska oil tankers, and are at “very high risk” of an incident. Of course that “very high risk” should be seen in the B.C. context, where there has never been a serious oil spill at sea in a century of continuous petroleum shipping. The report calls for potential polluters to show they are prepared for a “worst case” discharge like the 1989 Exxon Valdez grounding in Alaska. It tells Ottawa the Canadian Coast Guard must

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be properly funded to serve as incident command. Oliver recounted efforts made so far, including annual tanker inspections, increased aerial surveillance and marine markers. And he reminded his audience

“It’s a key moment in Canadian history. This is where we see if we can go beyond our status as a client state of the U.S.” that Canada’s only energy export customer, the U.S., is about to surpass Saudi Arabia as the world’s largest petroleum producer. The second federal report was from Doug Eyford, a lawyer who has been meeting for months with aboriginal communities in northern B.C. and Alberta. He found, as Enbridge has

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reported, that many aboriginal communities are working with energy producers to get the economic activity they so desperately need. (Most urban people likely don’t believe this, because the conflict-addicted media report mostly protests.) Eyford’s report is no whitewash either. It reminds Ottawa that B.C.’s unresolved aboriginal title and a general lack of trust of both the energy industry and the federal government are key obstacles to the largest economic opportunity in the world today, the rise of Asia. Eyford was dealing with the profusion of gas pipeline projects that are set to cross northern B.C., as well as the Enbridge and Kinder Morgan Canada oil proposals. The entrenched opposition is against oil, particularly heavy oil in tankers. Politics and protesters aside, these are the facts for B.C. The prosperous provinces in Canada OFFICE HOURS Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Sat., Sun., & Mon.

today are Alberta, Saskatchewan and Newfoundland, based mainly on energy development. The rest are struggling. B.C. continues to lose skilled workers to Alberta, where oil sands development continues to expand despite the continuing chorus of U.S.-financed misrepresentation of its environmental impact. It’s a key moment in Canadian history. This is where we see if we can go beyond our status as a client state of the U.S. This year’s B.C. election, where pandering to urban protest backfired on the NDP, suggests a new seriousness in the public mood. More people understand today that our comfortable modern society with free-access health care is a fragile thing. We have it better than most of the world, for now. Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Remembering Nelson Mandela, South Africa's hero One should remember Nelson Mandela on how he lived, not how he died. I remember back in 1990, when he was released from prison, on how it hit me. Then on being elected president of South Africa.

How he changed conditions for all people. He got a hero's welcome on his visits to the U.S.A. (I lived in the U.S.A. for the longest time.) For this aboriginal, you would expect his heroes would be

Poundmaker, Sitting Bull and Geronimo and Jay Silverheels. Not so. This aboriginal's heroes have been blacks, like Martin Luther King, Malcolm X and yes, Nelson Mandela. I have a lot of black friends

down in the U.S.A. I love black people. I have the utmost respect for black people. Black is beautiful. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Mandela family and to the people of South Africa. Harvey Andrew

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Pursuant to s. 127 of the Community Charter, Council of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs hereby gives notice of the following schedule for the Regular Council Meetings for 2014 January 20 ____ 2014 February 3 ____ 2014 February 17 ___ 2014 March 3 ______ 2014 March 17 _____ 2014 April 7 _______ 2014 April 22 ______ 2014 May 5 ________ 2014 May 20_______ 2014 June 2 ________ 2014 June 16 _______ 2014 July 14 _______ 2014 August 11_____ 2014 September 8 __ 2014 October 6_____ 2014 October 20 ___ 2014 November 3___ 2014 November 17 _ 2014 December 1 ___ 2014 December 15 __ 2014

Regular meetings commence at 7:00 p.m. in the Village Council Chambers, 495 Hot Springs Road, Harrison Hot Springs. For further information, please contact Debra Key, Corporate Officer at 604-796-2171

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Entertainment VILLAGE OFFICE HOLIDAY CLOSURE 2013/14 The office will be closed for the holidays December 24, 2013 at 12:00 noon and will re-open on Thursday, January 2, 2014 *Any payments delivered during the closure will be honoured as December 31, 2013* GRAHAM BOOTH PHOTO

The CP Holiday Train will be in Agassiz on Sunday night at 6:15 p.m.

All aboard for Matt Dusk CP Holiday Train will feature jazz singer This is the weekend the CP Holiday Train will roll through Agassiz. This year’s performers will be Matt Dusk and Melanie Doane. The train will pull through on Sunday, Dec. 15. at 6:30 p.m., stopping across from the Agassiz Agricultural Hall. It will be just three stops away from completing a voyage across Canada, collecting money for local food banks at every stop. Agassiz is one of the best attended stops along the route, with hundreds of people turning out each year. This is the 15th year of the Holiday Train program and as regular attendees know, the concert begins when the train pulls its brakes. Matt Dusk hit it big with his majorlabel debut Two Shots, scoring a gold record. With the punchier follow-up Back in Town, he upped the ante and took his act to Hollywood’s fabled Capitol Studio A — the home of he-

roes and influences like Sinatra, Cole and Darin — and worked with renowned arrangers Patrick Williams and Sammy Nestico, plus Grammywinning engineer Al Schmitt. The album garnered two number one singles: All About Me in Canada and Back In Town in Japan — making Dusk the first male jazz singer to ever top the pop charts. Juno Award winner Melanie Doane has been a recording artist and songwriter in the Canadian music landscape for over 15 years, beginning on a national level with her breakout hit album “Adam’s Rib”. To date she has released 7 albums, written seven chart topping singles, had her music featured on hit television shows such as Brothers and Sisters, Being Erica, Flashpoint, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and traveled numerous times across Canada and the U.S. on various tours and the CP Holiday Train.

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A day of sharing

YJ Shin and Michelle Creedy, from Child and Youth Mental Health in Chilliwack, were among the presenters at the AESS PACER Day last Wednesday. They spoke to the students about learning to open up to others, and to share their feelings to avoid being overburdened by them. Throughout the day, students moved from class to class, learning about everything from sexual health to safe driving. JESSICA PETERS / OBSERVER

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Canada Post will phase out home delivery of mail in urban areas in a new bid to cut costs. Many newer suburban neighbourhoods in the Lower Mainland already have community mailboxes. But the Crown corporation says the remaining one third of Canadian households that still get home delivery will be switched to community mailboxes or grouped or lobby mailboxes over the next five years. It cites declining use of postal mail – a billion fewer pieces of mail were delivered last year compared to 2006 – as households shift to online bill payments and other digital communication. The price of stamps will also go up from 63 to 85 cents each if bought in booklets, or $1 for individual stamps. It means up to 8,000 fewer postal workers

Give food, enter to win game console Staff Writer THE OBSERVER

Agassiz Family Chiropractic is holding its 10th annual food bank drive, running until Dec. 23. To encourage people to donate to the food bank, they are offering up a new gaming station (either XBOX 360 or a Playstation), along with five runner up prizes. To enter the draw, donate at least one box full of food to the cause, through the Agassiz Family Chiropractic office in the Fitness/ Activity Centre. The food drive has been an incredible success in the past, filling an entire room with the donations. Those donations are in turn sent to the Agassiz Harrison Community Services Food Bank. news@ahobserver.com

will be needed, which Canada Post says will be shed by attrition, as nearly 15,000 workers are expected to retire or leave voluntarily over the next five years. “With its current labour costs, Canada Post has a much higher cost structure than its competitors in the private sector have,” Canada Post said in a press release. “This is simply not sustainable.” The reduced workforce and other changes are expected to save a combined $700 to $900 million per year. A Conference Board of Canada report last spring found Canada Post would face losses of $1 billion a year by 2020 without major reform. Reaction has been mixed but one concern being raised is that many more banks of community mailboxes will be vulnerable to mail theft by identity thieves. There have been ongoing mail theft reports in communities like Belcarra that already have the clustered group boxes, as

well as newly developed areas of Surrey, particularly Clayton. Surrey resident Craig Findlay says the community mailbox in his Fleetwood neighbourhood was broken into repeatedly and says Canada Post must make them more secure before converting the remaining urban neighbourhoods. “It’s going to be an exercise in futility as far as I’m concerned,” Findlay said. “They should try it in one or two places and find out for themselves how bad it’s going to be.” Findlay said Canada Post is right to seek ways to stop losing money. But he said it might be smarter to reduce home delivery to every second or third day, or else put group boxes in publicly accessible indoor areas such as malls, until mail thieves can be thwarted. Belcarra Mayor Ralph Drew said Canada Post has hardened the community boxes somewhat with anti-pry devices so they are less vulnerable to theft.

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Pick up your bingo hts at 6 pm on Shaw Cable. Lions TV Bingo Thursday nig re & Ledoux Hardware is Sto cards at The Source - Chehal ays 10:15 - 11:00 rytime: I Know A Story! Frid Sto ool sch Pre y rar Lib iz Agass am

have a child who ut the stories. As long as you It’s all about the kids & all abo e! Join Crackle the library crow & Miss Terrill her dance to dance. loves stories, you are welcome songs to sing, jokes to tell, a d, rea to ks at the library for boo ments. Drop in, all welcome, refresh h at 7 pm at the Festival - Thurs., Dec. 12t Annual Community Carol irs, school choirs & cho rch chu by music presented Agricultural Hall. Christmas participation. small groups with audience ds., Dec. 18 at 11 nual Christmas program, We An ’s ool Sch an isti Chr iz Agass n special Christmas & each class will give their ow am & 7 pm. The Band, Choir performances.

Local Groups & Activities Agassiz Monday Painters est.1961. Meets every Mon. from 11 am - 3 pm at Agassiz United Church. FMI call Linda 604-794-5554 Bigfoot Toastmasters Club meets at 7 pm every Mon. evening at the Christian Reformed Church hall, 7452 Morrow Rd. Visitors always welcome. Agassiz contact: Laura Midan 604-7969788 Coffee Break/Story Hour - a weekly Bible Study for ladies & children 0-5. Weds. 9:30 am Agassiz Christian Reformed Church on Morrow Road. FMI call or text 604-997-4484 Council of Senior Citizens Organizations (COSCO) is an advocacy group devoted to improving “The Quality of Life” for all seniors. FMI call Ernie Bayer @ 604-576-9734 or email ecbayer@shaw.ca

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at kentharrisonartscouncil@shaw.ca for more information. MS Support Group 3rd Thurs. of each month. 11:30 am - 1 pm in Chwk. Call Carmen at 604-796-2270. All Upper Fraser Valley folks welcome. Olive Branch Dinners. Come join us for a free home cooked meal. Tues. 5 - 6 pm. 7571 Morrow Rd, ACS gym. No expectations, enjoy community companionship. Families & all ages welcome. Royal Canadian Legion hosts drop-in “Fun Darts” every Mon. at 4 pm & Fri. at 8 pm, Players needed, arrive early to register. Cribbage daily. Non-members welcome. Call 604-796-2332

1789 The Royal Westminster Regiment Cadet Corps - Westie Army Cadets Training at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No 228 - 344 Fort Harrison Community Social Club Street Hope 6:30 PM - 9 pm. Starting Drop-in every Thurs. at Harrison Hot 9 January 2013 Free for ages 12 - 19. Springs Memorial Hall, 9:30 am: cards, Captain M.E. Sam Ronholm, CD Email darts, games & coffee. Contact Jacquie 1789trg@gmail.com Contact phone 604-796-3105 or Suzanne 604-796number 604-799-8897 1269 Table Tennis at 12:30 pm Lea Seniors Friendship House Drop-In: 604-796-0558 Mon. Srs Walking to Music at 10 am, Sit Harrison Hikers Group offers 4 levels of hikes every Weds.(easy, light, moderate, strenuous) FMI call Ruth Altendorf 604-796-2084 Friendship House Nickel Bingo on Mon. at 1 pm, Tues. Bridge at 12:30 pm, Cribbage at 1 pm, Sit and Be Fit 10:30 am Mon. & Fri., Drop-in Floor Curling 7 pm Thurs. Kidz @ the Cross - Harrison Elementary - Thurs. 6 - 7:30 pm Grades 4, 5 & 6 Registration & team leader - Carol Cartmell 604-793-0171 or gospelbrass@shaw.ca Crafts • Games • Lesson Better Beginnings: Pre/post natal education, nutrition & support. Lunch is provided. Tues. 10 am to 1 pm. 7272 Morrow Rd. Phone #604-796-0313

& Fit at 10:30 am, Bingo at 1 pm, Srs. Learn to Line Dance at 4:30 pm; Tues. Bridge at 12:45 pm., Cribbage at 1:00 pm.; Wed. Floor Curling at 1 pm.; Fri. Floor Curling at 1 pm. Info: 604-7963422 Singing - from 7:00 to 9 pm at HHS Memorial Hall. FMI call Carol 604-7962749 Stitch “n” Rip every Tues. 9 am - 1 pm. Come to the Harrison Mills Hall with any unfinished sewing, stitching, knitting projects, etc. FMI call Kim 604796-2336. Strong Start - Mon. - Fri. 12:30 - 3:30 pm at Kent Elementary School. Free drop-in for kids 0 - 5. FMI call Kent Elementary at 604-796-2161.

T.O.P.S. Meets Thurs. at 9:30 am, or Agassiz Harrison Family Parenting 5:45 pm., at the Agassiz Christian Place: Meet friends, old & new! Church Parents/caregivers with their children 0 - 6 are welcome. Mon., Weds. & Thurs. 9:30 am - 1 pm 7272 Morrow Rd. Phone #604-796-0313

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Christmas cards not just a holiday chore Writing to family and friends a heartfelt pastime My favorite pastime during the month of December is writing Christmas cards. No, not via computer, but in the old way, the way most of us seniors are used to. Of course, I do not mind getting greetings via computer and often there are good reasons for doing it this way, but, there is something very special about sitting down with your special cards, address list and a cup of hot chocolate, thinking of those we are writing to. Not a fast solution, but relatives and friends on the receiving end will know that they were really on our mind when we wrote to them. Last year, I received a card containing a poem referring to all this. I do not know who wrote it since there was no author mentioned, but I liked it very much and think that I should share it with you.

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It will surely put I really feel you in the right that I’m commood for the posed of each task on hand. rememb ere d name. The List And while I have a list you may not of folks I know be aware of any all written in a special “link”, RUTH ALTENDORF book Just meetand every Senior ing you has year when Happenings changed my life Christmas a lot, more than comes, I go and you think. take a look, For once I’ve met and that is when I real- somebody, the years canize that these names are a not erase part, The memory of a pleasnot just of the book ant word or of a friendly they’re written in, but also face. of my heart. So never think my Each name stands for Christmas cards are just a someone who has crossed mere routine my path sometime, Of names upon a and in that meeting Christmas list, forgotten they’ve become a special in between, friend of mine. For when I send a And while it sounds Christmas card and it’s fantastic, for me to make addressed to you, this claim, It’s because you are on Judging was held late last week for the annual Festival of Trees at the Harrison Hot Springs Resort. The winners are Harrison Preschool and Child Care, Tourism Harrison and Communities in Bloom.

the list of folk I am indebted to. For I am but the total of the many folks I’ve met, And you happen to be one of those I prefer not to forget. And whether I have known you for many years or few, In some way you have had a part in shaping things I do. And every year when Christmas comes, I realize anew, The best gift life can offer is in meeting folk like you – Author Unknown And, of course, a very happy Christmas to all readers of the AgassizHarrison Observer, to Carol Hepnar who faithfully types and emails, and to the editor and staff of this newspaper: Jessica, Chris and Sarah – Merry Christmas to you all!!

There are 21 trees in the resort, each decorated by an organization or business. The money raised from entries goes to the local food bank. They will be on display until January.

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The District of Kent is looking to fill up to two (2) casual positions of Cashier / Receptionist at the Fitness / Activity Centre. Based on operational requirements, the positions may be required for up to 75 hours per month. Hours are on a casual on-call non-scheduled basis and may include evenings and weekends. Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor, employees in these positions are responsible for routine cashier / reception work. This includes performing a variety of tasks ranging from meeting and greeting the public; handling recreation based questions; assisting with processing manual and / or computerized school, public and user group programs, facility bookings and registrations; reconciling cash sheets; and responding to the telephone while assisting others in a busy multi-task environment. The 2013 hourly rate for the positions is $21.01 plus thirteen (13%) percent in lieu of benefits. The job description for this position may be viewed at http://www.district.kent.bc.ca/dh-employment.html. Resumes must be marked “Confidential”, and submitted to: Mr. Kerry Hilts Director of Community Services District of Kent P.O. Box 70, 7170 Cheam Avenue Agassiz, B.C., V0M 1A0 Fax: 604-796-8516 Emailed applications will not be accepted. The District would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Preferred candidates will be required to complete a criminal records check. The closing date for this position is December 19, 2013 at 4:00 p.m.

It's time once again for the Village of Harrison's Christmas Lighting Competition. Judges will be making their way around the community on Saturday, Dec. 14 to look for the most creative and decorative

light presentations. They'll be judging both residential and commercial properties, and the winners will be announced at the Jan. 20 council meeting. Winners will be presented with awards at that same meeting.

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Friesen, Gary Gary Friesen (he never did like his middle name, Peter), 68, of Harrison Mills, BC, suddenly passed away Monday, December 9th, 2013. A celebration of Gary’s amazing and love-filled life will be held on Friday, December 20th at 1:00 pm at North Fraser Community Church, 43745 Lougheed Hwy, Lake Errock (on the corner of Watkins Rd., and Lougheed Hwy.) Service will be held by Pastor Alec Niemi. Final viewing of Gary’s earthly body will be open only to immediate family. Gary was born on January 14, 1945 in Altona, Manitoba. He accepted Christ early and grew up as a small town boy with big dreams in rural Manitoba and began dating the love of his life in grade 10. They were married a few years later and celebrated 48 wedding anniversaries, each one happier than the previous. Gary loves, God, his family, friends, and the communities where he lived and served. Gary was the Credit Union Manager at Rosenort Credit Union for 40+ years and served that community with love. Gary spent his life devoted to his family and enjoyed biking, hiking, motor cycling, and flying as he had his private pilots license. Gary is survived by his loving wife Laura Friesen, his children Glenn Friesen and wife Yan-Lin, Chadwick Friesen and wife Lynda, Cynthia Clarke and husband John; along with 6 amazing grandchildren Chelsea, Aaron, Matthew, Evan, Deliah, and Hiroki. All of his family now have him in their hearts and miss his presence dearly.

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Suchocki Bruno (Bronislaw) It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Bruno (Bronislaw) Suchocki on November the 28th, 2013, surrounded by his loving family. Bruno is survived by his wife of 63 years, Josephine, sons Len (Mary), Ron, daughter Barb and four grandchildren, Christey (Michael), Candice (J.S.), Kyle and Michael. Bruno was born on June 14, 1922 in Zelwa, Poland. After fighting for the allies in WW II, he immigrated to Canada, landing first in Halifax, NS. Bruno worked his way across the country finally settling in Coleman, Alberta where he worked as a coal miner. There he met and later married Josephine Mizera in 1950. In September of 1953 they moved to Agassiz, BC where they dairy farmed and raised their three children. Bruno retired in 1975. This past September, Bruno and Josephine moved once more to Kelowna, BC to be closer to family. Bruno’s family would like to express thanks to the medical staff at Kelowna General Hospital, ICU nurse Karen and all the nursing staff who cared for him so compassionately in his final days and hours. Thanks also to Bruno’s surgeon Dr. Jason Harris and the ICU doctors. A private family service will be held in Chilliwack and a celebration of life for family and friends will be held in Agassiz at a later date in the new year. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Society. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodlawn-mtcheam.ca. Woodlawn Mt. Cheam Funeral Home 45865 Hocking Avenue Chilliwack BC V2P 1B5 604-793-4555

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

HELP WANTED

Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted. Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

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HELP WANTED

BUSY CONSTRUCTION Co. in Trail, B.C. is searching for an experienced Accounting clerk/ bookkeeper. Candidate is expected to be a self-starter and to be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of Conac Pivot System is an asset and the ability to take on multiple roles is looked at positively. Main responsibilities include: Accounts Payable - invoice transactions for goods received and prepare cheques when due; Payroll - collect payroll data daily and convert into daily tracking sheets, submittals and weekly payroll run. Please send resume to: johnwkm@shawcable.com or call (250)364-1541 for further details.

TRADES, TECHNICAL

JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages from $32/hour, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Full-time permanent with benefits. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at: hannachrysler.ca. Fax 403-854-2845; Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 60% & 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

TRADES, TECHNICAL

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.

GPRC, Fairview Campus, Alberta needs Power Engineering Instructors. No teaching experience, no problem. Please contact Brian Carreau at 780-835-6631 and/or visit our website at www.gprc.ab.ca. HD MECHANIC. Noble Tractor & Equip. is seeking a Journeyman or 4th year apprentice Service Technician for our Armstrong location. A self-starter with Ag tech background is desired. Interested candidates send resume to: nobletractor@telus.net, or mail: Noble Tractor & Equip, 4193 Noble Rd, Armstrong, BC V0E 1B4, fax: 250-546-3165

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INFORMATION

Holiday

Classified Deadlines

Experienced parts person required immediately for James Western Star in Williams Lake. Full time, competitive wages, benefits and signing bonus. Fax resume to 250-398-6367 or email: nwejr@jamesws.com

Please note the following changes to our classified deadlines: Publication Date:

Deadline:

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Tues., Dec. 17, 3 pm Mon., Dec. 23, 11 am Mon., Dec. 30, 11 am

After these dates, the classified deadline will revert back to Wednesdays at 1pm.

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

HELP WANTED

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EXCAVATOR Operator with experience in Residential Exc. for Lower Mainland job sites. Good wages, benefits. E-mail: wmader@telus.net or fax 604-460-7853.

For your classified needs, call Sarah:

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GENERAL LABOURERS

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HELP WANTED

GET FREE VENDING MACHINES Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year. All Cash-Retire in Just 3 Years. Protected Territories. Full Details CALL NOW 1-866-668-6629. Website WWW.TCVEND.COM.

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Versatile person needed to fill position with a variety of responsibilities. Successful candidate will be suitably skilled and experienced to manage a busy gas bar, perform kitchen duties in a restaurant and perform routine maintenance. Experience and knowledge of nutrition, health and fitness is a bonus. Must have valid BC driver’s license and clean abstract. Salary to be determined. Please apply by sending resume to: Boston Bar First Nation, Box 369, Boston Bar, BC V0K 1C0 or by e-mail to: bbarbandd@uniserv.com or fax to 604-867-9317

EXCITING NEW CANADIAN BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. Available in your area! Min inv req’d. For more info, call 866-945-6409

Delivery person required. Must have own vehicle, special insurance will be provided. Pizza delivery or taxi experience would be preferred. Must be over the age of 20. Please apply in person with resume and references to: #108-1810 No.9 Hwy.

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HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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• Labourers • Tradesmen • Class 1 Drivers

Call 24Hr. Free Recorded Message 1-888-213-2854

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HELP WANTED

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PERSONAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

LEGAL SERVICES

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

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.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 374

TREE PRUNING

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

Best done in Dec. or Jan. while dormant for optimal health!

• Tree Trimming • Christmas Lights Installation • Snow Removal

Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

MEDICAL HEALTH

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

QUALIFIED QA MANAGER/SCIENTIST FOR YOUR MEDICAL CANNABIS COMPANY Outsource to ST Lund Project Consulting for professional cost-effective quality assurance (QA) services. Save on lab setup and ongoing QA costs. Contact us to set up a free consultation on how we can work together to save you money. Visit our website, www.herbassure.com, for contact details.

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604-787-5915

www.treeworksonline.ca

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PLUMBING

PETS

Lic. Electrician A+, BBB member Expert trouble shooter, All types of Electrical work 24/7 604-617-1774

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• Hot water tanks • Furnaces • Broilers • Plugged Drains 778-862-0560

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

Blue Italian Mastiff & Matiff/Boxer X pups, ready for good homes, view parents, vet checked/1st shots, $500. Text to view (604)819-2697

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

ELECTRICAL

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

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MOVING & STORAGE

520

BURIAL PLOTS

FOREST Lawn, West summit. $16,000. Selling 1 Dbl depth Ground Burial Plot, (holds 2 coffins & 2 urns) Includes 1 Open/close fee ($1600) 604-789-3999 hounds21@shaw.ca

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MISC. FOR SALE

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

RENTALS 706

TRANSPORTATION

APARTMENT/CONDO

810

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

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T. Marlowe Manor 1755 - #9 Hwy

Spacious and bright 1 & 2 bdrms from $569/m

prkg, coin ldry, elevator & balcony, 5 min walk to downtown. Call 604-703-3405

PETS

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

RUBBISH REMOVAL

CHIHUAHUAS, tiny tea cups, ready to go now, 2 males. $650. Call 604794-7347

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

STEEL BUILDING...”THE BIG YEAR END CLEAR OUT!” 20X22 $4,259. 25X24 $4,684. 30X34 $6,895. 35X36 $9,190. 40X48 $12,526. 47X70 $17,200. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca

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GERMAN SHEPHERD Pups & young adults. Quality German & Czech bloodlines. 604-856-8161.

MOUNTAIN MOVERS- Your trusted choice for residential moving services. (778)378-6683

LAB GERMAN Shepherd Rottie pup, male, 12 wks old, vet check, $495; Call 604-864-1004. 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

329 PAINTING & DECORATING JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865

P/B GERMAN ROTTWEILERS 3 female pups. Vet . Ready to go. $500/each. 778-899-3326 TOY POODLE PUP 7 weeks old. Male, white with black markings $700. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602

SPORTING GOODS

REAL ESTATE 627

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

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

YELLOW LAB PUPS. 1 female. Ready to go. Vet checked. $500. 604-852-6176 Abbotsford.

RENTALS

DISPOSAL BINS By Recycle-it 6 - 50 Yard Bins Starting from

CHRISTMAS CORNER 2013

Classified Ad Special We are pleased to offer a

25% DISCOUNT

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2007 MERCEDES. A luxury car like no other. This fully loaded Mercedes S550 4-Matic S class. Premium and comfort package includes - navigation, voice command, heated and cooled seats, power rear shades and blinds, premium sound system, panoramic roofs both front and rear. Absolutely has it all. Very clean inside and out. No accidents. 150,000 km. Asking $29,500 OBO. Contact me via email for further information at:

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APARTMENT/CONDO

Agassiz. 1783 #9 Highway, one bedroom apartment located in Agassiz. Comes with a fridge and stove. Recently painted and new carpet. Heat included. No dogs-one cat okay. $500.00/month. Please call Ross Fullbrook at Royal LePage to view at 604-792-0077. AGASSIZ. Bachelor suite, $500/m; 1 bdrm, $600 & 2 bdrm suite, $650/m. Available Dec 1. Ref’s, criminal check, N/P, N/S. (604)7993898

RV PADS

Rosedale. RV pads available. $400/month + hydro. Cable & Wifi avail. Laundry facilities onsite. Washrooms open year round. RV storage @ $70/mo available. call 604-794-7361

Free Spirit Elliptical NEW $200 604-491-4473

Chocolate Labradoodle Puppies non-shedding, multi generation. Ready soon! $995. 604-355-9881.

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

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

VIAGRA 100mg or CIALIS 20mg. Generic. 40 tabs + 10 FREE all for $99 including FREE SHIPPING. Discreet, Fast Shipping. 888-8360780 or metromeds.net

FOR SALE. My Piano accordion collection of 16 piano accordions. Priced from $190. to $1500. (604)853-7773

jsarowa@shaw.ca or 604-897-1546

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

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AUTOLOANS APPROVED!!!!

FREE DELIVERY BC/AB Lowest rates always Approved TAKE ADVANTAGE NOW LIKE SO MANY OTHERS CARS TRUCKS SUVS VANS TOP DOLLAR FOR TRADES

APPLY ONLINE AUTOCREDIT911.COM OR CALL TOLL FREE 1-888-635-9911 NOW!!!!

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Christmas Craft Fair

December 12, 2013

Advertise your

Sudoku

Find that special gift!

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly &

Harrison Hot Springs, 7-450 Esplanade Ave. waterfront studio apt. n/p, cable incl. avail. now $450/m, Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage, 604792-0077

on a ClassiÀed Display Ad ad in our Christmas Corner section in the classiÀeds. FREE COLOUR WHEN AVAILABLE

TRUCKS & VANS

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES CARS & VANS

AGASSIZ

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

CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

TREE SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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

2000 TOYOTA COROLLA 4 door, auto, sedan. ST#468. Only this week! $1,900. 2000 DODGE NEON 4 door, auto, sedan, Aircared, low kms. STK#467. $2,500. 1996 HONDA ACCORD 4 dr, sedan, loaded ST#478 $2,900. 2003 FORD WINDSTAR. 7 psger, runs good. ST#460. Only this week! $2,900. 1996 HONDA CIVIC 4 door auto, fully loaded, Aircared. ST#462. $2,995. 2003 CHEVY IMPALA 4 door, auto, loaded, ST#376. $3,900. 2001 KIA SEPHIA, 4 dr sedan, auto. Only 88K. Only this week. ST# 493. $3,995. 2005 CHEV UPLANDER 7 psg auto, a/c, fully loaded, long wheel base. ST#437. $4,900. 2003 FORD ESCAPE 4dr, 4X4 auto. ST#377. Only this week! $4,900. 2006 SATURN ION 4 dr, auto, Aircared. ST#389. Only this week! $5,500. 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 CHEV TRAILBLAZER 4X4, auto, 7pass. Aircared. ST #457.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, loaded. ST#383 $7,500. 2004 FORD EXPLORER 4 door, 4X4, auto, 7 passenger, fully loaded, STK#470 $7,900. 2005 HYUNDAI SANTA FE, AWD, 4 dr, auto, only 140km, ST#371. Only this week! $8,900 2008 SATURN ASTRA 4 dr, h/back, sunroof, auto. ST#366. Only this week! $9,900. 2007 TOYOTA COROLLA, 4 dr, auto, sedan, very low kms, 82K only. ST#393. Only this week! $10,500. 2007 KIA RONDO 4 dr, auto, 7 pass, leather, runs good, ST#424. $10,900 2008 HONDA CIVIC 4 door, auto, sunroof, leather, full load ST#442. $10,900. 2008 JEEP COMPASS 4 door, auto, low km, only 83K kms, ST#447 this week $11,900. 2008 KIA SPORTAGE, 4 dr, auto, runs good. Only this week! $11,900. 2009 DODGE JOURNEY 4 dr, auto, 5 passenger. ST#418. Only this week! $11,900. 2010 FORD ESCAPE 4 dr, auto, fully loaded. ST#487. Only this week! $11,900. 2007 GMC ACADIA 4 dr, 8 passenger, all wheel drive, runs good. ST#319. $14,900 2010 DODGE JOURNEY 4 dr, auto, 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. 2011 FORD ESCAPE, auto, 4 door, fully loaded. Only 20K, ST#471. $18,900.

TRUCKS

The Scrapper

2006 FORD F350 XLT Crew cab, diesel, 4X4, auto, long box, runs good ST#309 $12,900. 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 only 160K. ST#310. $13,900. 2006 FORD F350. Quad cab 4 X 4, auto, long box, diesel. ST#13. $14,900. 2006 FORD F350 XLT quad cab, 4X4, auto, diesel, only 156K ST#17. $14,900. 2007 FORD F350 XLT Crew cab, diesel, 4X4, auto, short box only 162K. ST#126. $15,900. 2009 FORD F150 Crew cab, fully loaded $17,900. 2007 FORD F350 LARIAT crew cab, diesel, 4 X 4, auto short box. ST#275. $18,900.

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WAREHOUSE LIEN In the matter of the Warehouse Lien Act:

Agassiz All Storage, located at: 7651 Industrial Way, Agassiz, BC and Bill Smith of the last known address of: 6069 Rockwell Drive, District of Kent, BC, V0M 1K0; for unpaid rents totaling $498.75. If this amount is not paid on or before December 27, 2013, the unit contents will be sold by public auction at a later date to settle unpaid rents.

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All 4L

All liquor at or below Government Prices!

Boxed Wines nes

10%OFF

Obikwa Malbec

Kahlua

Red/White

Captain Morgans Spiced Rum

750 ml

1.14L

2185

750ml

49 North

750ml

Kraken Black Spiced Rum

Carolan’s 750 ml

Canadian

750ml

2795

15 pack cans

BEER SALE

2270

Budweiser

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Budweiser

Bud Light

24 pack cans

3400

#108-1810 No. 9 Hwy. Agassiz

12 PK

Kootenay True Ale

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agassizbeerandwine.ca

(Prospera Bank Mall)

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6 PK

604.796.2086

Black Velvet Toasted Caramel

750ml

2010

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