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The Gospel Brass Band performed on a float in the Harrison Hot Springs parade Tuesday evening, as part of a full day of entertainment that ended with the annual fireworks show. For more photos, see pages four and five.
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Farmers’ market customers in B.C. now have the option of buying beer, wine, ciders, and spirits along with their artisan cheeses and freshpicked produce. They’ll even be allowed to sip samples, just like they can on wine tours and in liquor stores across the province. Now, local farm market coordinator Judy Pickard is working the phones, trying to find a few vendors to bring their brews to the Agassiz Farm Fresh Market. “We have had a few that have inquired about it,” she said. “They all
knew this was coming and we’re just in the process of hopefully having a few join us.” The provincial government recently relaxed the B.C. Liquor Policy, including making the change at farmers’ markets, and allowing children in pubs and Legions. The District of Kent followed suit, and approved a policy to allow for the sale of beer, wine, ciders and spirits at the local farm market. In keeping with the nature of the market, preference will be given to local producers, and then producers from around the province. “I think this will definitely be an asset to the market,” Pickard said.
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Now, shoppers will be able to pick up an even wider selection of items prior to the weekend. Any producer wishing to sell and serve samples at a B.C. farm market will have to follow strict regulations, Pickard said. But when it’s all said and done, the new changes will only help B.C.’s producers. “It’s a whole new avenue, for them and for B.C. markets,” Pickard said. The B.C. Association of Farmers’ Market is equally excited about the changes. “Having local liquor manufacturers at B.C. farmers’ markets will offer shoppers a convenient opportunity to taste-test
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and purchase local liquor products, and at the same time promoting B.C. agri-tourism, creating new economic opportunities for local businesses and helping to complement the sales of B.C.-grown foods,” said Jon Bell, president of the B.C. Association of Farmers’ Markets. The province said the change adopts a “community-centred approach.” Liquor manufacturers will apply directly to the farmers’ markets where they wish to sell their products and it will be up to the market association to determine Continued on 3
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Painted turtle populations drop along coast Brenda Anderson BLACK PRESS
The quiet country pond is a just a short walk across a field from busy 16 Avenue in South Langley. Despite the relatively easy access, it’s quiet here on a cool, late winter morning. Even birds are scarce —
perhaps frightened off by a pair of visitors. A light breeze gently ruffles the surface of the water, but it’s what Andrea Gielens believes is hidden beneath the waterline, and along the grassy banks that is making waves within the zoological
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community. The pond, part of Campbell Valley Park, is home to a small number of western painted turtles. Named for the colourful and elaborate markings on their undersides, the turtles, which are native to the region, are classified as a species at risk of extinction. In Washington and Oregon states as well as in B.C.’s Interior, western painted turtles populations are stable. But that is not the case here, said Gielens. In addition to the Langley park, a few individuals remain on the Sunshine Coast and at an Agassiz farm. But thanks to the introduction of another, more aggressive species of turtle — the red-eared slider — the number of western painted turtles in coastal populations has dwindled to the point that human intervention has been deemed necessary. Gielens, a biologist who specializes in species at risk, is employed by Guelph, Ontario-based Wildlife Preservation Canada. She is currently working at the Greater Vancouver Zoo in Aldergrove — about a mile from where she grew up — on an ambitious project which aims to return 73 juvenile western painted
Thank you! On behalf of the Producers, Cast, and Crew of “Wayward Pines” I would like to thank the residents and businesses of Agassiz for your support of our series over the past year. Your ongoing hospitality, cooperation, and patience during every stage of our production was greatly appreciated and made us all feel welcome in your community. Thanks also to the Mayor and the District Council for permitting us to film in the area, and to all the staff of the District who facilitated our many requests. I would, without hesitation, recommend Agassiz and the District of Kent as filming location to any future productions considering working in the area. Sincerest Thanks, David Tamkin Location Manager “Wayward Pines” WWP Productions Inc.
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Andrea Gielens, a species at risk biologist, knows there is a small population of western painted turtles living in this pond at Campbell Valley Park in south Langley. She is currently working on a project at the Greater Vancouver Zoo in Aldergrove which aims to return 73 juvenile turtles to the wild this August. Some will be released at an Agassiz farm, where the eggs were collected, while others will be placed in this pond, where an invasive population of red-eared sliders is known to compete with the native turtles for resources.
turtles to the wild later this summer. For now, the turtles are being kept in black plastic tubs inside a small heated barn at the zoo, where they were hatched last August. Since then, their only job has been to eat and grow large enough to be released safely into the wild. Normally, the turtles would hibernate, frozen solid through the winter, but if these creatures had been left to do that, “chances are a lot wouldn’t survive,” Gielens said. Rather than risk losing more of the already endangered hatchlings, the turtles were brought indoors and kept awake through the winter, being fed spongey cubes of minced seafood, fortified with a calcium supplement. Once a week, they gobble down a treat of crickets, mealworms, bloodworms and brine shrimp. Gielens and her colleagues — two Greater Vancouver Zoo employees — share the duties of caring for their tiny reptilian charges. The project is modeled closely on a successful program that has been going on in the U.S. for the past 20 years. The results of that study have given Gielens reason to be optimistic. “They found that
released turtles lay eggs and have offspring at the same rate as wild turtles,” she said. Despite the fact the young turtles have been in her care since they hatched last summer, the biologist has no idea how many males or females she has. That won’t become clear until they reach about three or four years old, since the animals show no external
achieving that. If not, the goal would be to release more females than males because most of the locations where the turtles will be introduced have fewer adult females, she added. The turtles will be released in August, when they have reached at least 30 grams. More than 90 per cent are expected to survive.
Immediately after they were released, they began eating. They knew what they were looking for. Andrea Gielens sex characteristics and blood tests are inconclusive at this stage of their development. The temperature at which the hatchlings are kept is what will determine their gender, Gielens explained. Warmer conditions lead to more females and cooler temperatures will mean a greater number of males. Based on data from the US project, it is believed that even slight temperature fluctuations will affect gender. Ideally, they are shooting for a 50-50 split, but Gielens has no idea whether they’re
Gielens is currently working with Metro Vancouver for permits to release the turtles at the same Agassiz farm where the eggs were collected as well as into the pond at Campbell Valley Park. There is also a plan to affix tiny transmitters to the animals “and follow them around to see what kind of habitat they use.” This is the second year that the Langley biologist has worked on the project. Last year, 12 eggs were retrieved from a beach on the Sunshine Coast — one that is popular with both
people and their dogs — and brought to the zoo. “If we had left them there (on the beach) to hatch they were unlikely to have survived,” said Gielens. “Someone was going to step on them.” A third batch of eggs has already been collected. It is anticipated that they will hatch this August and be ready for release in the summer of 2015. All 12 of last year’s eggs hatched and were successfully returned to the spot from which they were taken. They’re being monitored and are doing well, said Gielens. “Immediately after they were released, they began eating. They knew what they were looking for,” she said. “At one site, we had a bit of a National Geographic moment.” Near the spot where the juveniles were introduced, there were a number of adults basking. The young turtles swam over to meet the resident adults and they all swam off together. “It was a real Disney moment,” she laughed. Unlike a Disney movie, however, there is no guarantee of a happy ending for the western painted turtle. Both the eggs and hatchlings are vulnerable to everything Continued on 10
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New speed limit signs go up on a portion of the Okanagan Connector. The Coquihalla from Hope to Merritt also goes to 120 km/h, as does Highway 19 from Parksville to Campbell River.
Digital signs that can display different limits will be tested on sections of the Trans-Canada, Coquihalla and Sea-toSky highways.
The Sea-to-Sky Highway gets an increase from 80 to 90 km/h from Horseshoe Bay to Squamish. Other increases are 80 to 100
km/h on Highway 3 from Manning Park West to Allison Pass, 90 to 100 km/h from Revelstoke to Golden and 100 to 110 km/h on Highway 97C
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John Hansen, treasurer of the Agassiz-Harrison Rod and Gun Club, presents a cheque for $500 to Marvin Anderson, president of Kent Harrison Search and Rescue. Submitted
Another local group has stepped forward to help the Kent Harrison Search and Rescue team in their quest to raise funds for a new building. The Agassiz-Harrison Rod and Gun Club held a family day at the local range on June 14, and all the proceeds were donated to the KHSAR team’s society. The range event raised $230, but two of the members each donated another $10 to reach $250. Then, the rod and gun club matched those donations, and handed over a $500 cheque toward the new building. Marvin Anderson, SAR president, said they are thankful for the gun club choosing to support their organization. To learn more about KHSAR, visit www.khsar.com.
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which vintners, distillers and brewers are accepted, subject to municipal bylaws. To help ensure responsible service and prevent sales to minors, liquor vendors must have Serving it Right certification. The Agassiz Farm Fresh Market runs every Thursday in the parking lot of the Agassiz Harrison Museum, from 3 to 6 p.m. Pickard
said it’s getting better all the time, and they have some special things going on this year. Next week, an acoustic guitarist will be performing. And on various Thursdays in July and August, the market will align with the district’s live music nights in Pioneer Park. Also new this year is a Selfie Contest, run by the B.C. Farmers’ Market Association. Bring your camera or your smartphone to
the main tent at the market, and Pickard will help you enter the contest. All you have to do is take a picture of yourself at the market, and load the photo to the web. There are canning supplies up for grabs, and a $500 voucher to be spent at your local farmers’ market, Pickard said. To learn more about selling at the Agassiz Farm Fresh Market, phone 604-796-3545.
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Incorrect information ran in the Agassiz Fire Department 14th Charity Golf Tournament ad in the June 26 edition of The Observer. The ad should have said: Most Honest Team: Dwight Schneider, Wayne Ball, Tia Dyer, Bruce Rodgers.
tire rules. The ministry is changing regulations to make tires with an “M&S” (mud and snow) symbol as well as those with a “mountain snowflake” (winter) symbol acceptable for roads requiring winter tires. New designs for
wildlife warning signs, including lighted signs for high incident areas, are being installed. An updated sign reminding drivers to “Keep Right, Let Others Pass” is being installed, after people expressed frustration about slow vehicles in passing lanes.
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The B.C. government is raising speed limits around southern B.C., including a new 120 km/h limit on three remote stretches of divided fourlane highway. The new maximum applies to the Coquihalla Highway from Hope to Kamloops, the Okanagan Connector (Highway 97C) from Aspen Grove to Peachland and Highway 19 from Parksville to Campbell River. The Coquihalla sections get new 120 km/h signs this week, and more changes will roll out this summer as sign cre ws put up new limits. In all, 35 sections of rural provincial highway totalling 1,300 are getting higher speed limits. Transportation Minister Todd Stone said limits are being raised where traffic studies show the vast majority of traffic is already going faster than the posted limit. A pilot project will test variable speed limits depending on volume and weather conditions.
from Merritt to Aspen Grove. In northern B.C., 52% of people taking part in public consultation did not support speed limit increases, and that region will not see changes. All other regions had support, the highest in the Lower Mainland at 81%. RCMP opposed increasing speed limits on rural highways. ICBC representatives also expressed safety concerns, and will monitor areas with higher limits to see if the severity of crashes increases. Ministry statistics show the number of serious crashes on provincial highways has decreased 28% since 2003, from a combination of improved vehicle technology, driver education and enforcement. The ministry accepted recommendations from RCMP representatives to improve signs that encourage slower traffic to move to right lanes, and to clarify winter
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Few can argue that mental illness touches everyone. There are, of course, those who have been diagnosed. Then there are their children, siblings, parents, friends and co-workers. Even complete strangers are often hit with the ripples, as society bears the burden of missed work days, medical visits, inadequate treatment options, etc. It doesn’t matter that research has led to many strategies and treatments that can help sufferers live productive, even normal, lives. Perhaps if it felt easier to talk openly about mental illness, things would be different. For those directly affected, it can feel simpler to try to ignore the reality. While there have been great strides in the realm of mental illness, society still has a hard time accepting it as a disease. ‘Mental illness’ is still a phrase that doesn’t dare get said in polite company. But slowly that shroud is lifting. Some people are becoming more brave to step into the spotlight, to talk about their own struggles. Clara Hughes, for instance. The former Canadian Olympic cyclist and speedskater shared the story of her own family’s battles with mental illness as she cycled 12,000 kms across Canada. Clara’s “Big Ride” concluded on July 1 in Ottawa and connected with more than 23,000 young people in 105 communities. People like Hughes, and those enduring their challenges less publicly, know the difference that acceptance—both of the conditions and the person trying to live with them—makes, and we can all learn from them. But there is still a long way to go. - Peace Arch News
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Examining life after the Tsilhqot’in decision B.C. VIEWS Tom Fletcher The Supreme Court of Canada’s landmark decision on aboriginal title held by the Tsilhqot’in Nation leaves many questions to be answered. Perhaps the biggest is this: Will British Columbia exist as we know it today by the end of this century? Or will it devolve into dozens of semi-autonomous regions, through treaties or similar court actions, as the only Canadian province that never completed historic treaties? The Tsilhqot’in decision appears to uphold the key finding of the 2007 trial, that 1,700 square kilometres of the Nemiah Valley west of Williams Lake are essentially owned by the people who occupied it hundreds if not
thousands of years ago. It’s not quite ownership. Federal and provincial jurisdiction still applies, and their authority varies with the strength of the aboriginal title claim. Chief Justice Beverley McLachlin ruled that the province overstepped its authority by issuing logging permits in the valley in 1983. McLachlin noted that lawyers for B.C. first argued that the logging was to control mountain pine beetle, then dropped that argument in its first appeal. She also upheld the decision of the trial judge, onetime NDP leadership contender David Vickers, who rejected B.C.’s position that the economic value of the timber to the province overrode the then-vaguely defined aboriginal title. Here’s McLachlin’s definition: “The nature of aboriginal title is that it confers on the group that holds it the exclusive right to decide how land is used and the right to
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“Few doubt that this assertion of title will be successful... fee-simple sense of the term. It locks in communal ownership, which I and many others have argued is at the root of the poverty seen in many aboriginal communities. Another big question: Is there any future for B.C.’s 20-yearold treaty process, or will this precedent-setting case send more First Nations to court, or to the barricades as the Tsilhqot’in did on a logging road in 1983?
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One of the unique advantages that have emerged from the handful of modern treaties in B.C. is that aboriginal communities have more options in land ownership. By voluntary agreement, they can convert land to fee-simple ownership, making it available for mortgage or sale. Modern treaty holders also get out from under the federal Indian Act, which remains in force despite this latest decision. One of the big questions asked in the days after the Tsilhqot’in decision was this: Is the Northern Gateway pipeline project dead? None of the aboriginal communities along the pipeline route has this kind of declared aboriginal title. Few if any would have a similar strength of claim as the Tsilhqot’in, who fought a small war to defend their territory from a wave of gold seekers in the 1860s. One that does is the Haida Nation, whose occupation of a beautiful group of islands was long
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defended militarily, and never challenged by any other aboriginal group. Among others, the Haida Nation was represented in the Tsilhqot’in case as interveners. Council of the Haida Nation president Peter Lantin said after the decision that his team is preparing its own aboriginal title case for trial. Few doubt that this assertion of title will be successful, either by negotiation or court ruling. But there is a unique aspect to the Haida claim that would set another precedent. They claim title to the ocean around Haida Gwaii, a challenge to anyone wishing to sail tankers through. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Mailbag Golf tourney raised cash for charity On June 14, 2013 we held our 14th charity golf tournament at the Sandpiper Golf Course raising over $11,800.00 which will go towards the RCMP Victims Assistance Program, The Meadow Rose Society in Chilliwack, Heart & Stroke Foundation, Children Hospital and The Honor House in New Westminster. Our golf committee members once again thank you for your support of our 2014 Charity Golf Tournament to make it another success and to help the charities that we support. If you would like more information about this year’s golf tournament please contact us: Agassiz Fire Department, PO Box 603, 7652 Industrial Way, Agassiz, BC, V0M 1A0, Fire Hall 604-7962614, Cell 604-819-7119 or e-mail chiefdyer@ shaw.ca. Wayne Dyer Fire Chief
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What is happening is ‘disgusting, dark and ugly’ Re: Dairy farmers deserve our support, June 24 edition. The day that the video of the cow abuse was released by the media I was on a flight from Montreal to Calgary. The aircraft are equipped with small TV screens on the backs of every seat. As I sat there I saw this video come on my screen and then I noticed that
three quarters of the screens in the aircraft had it on. The news was on a loop and the video was shown again and again throughout the flight. Then I realized this was happening on every other aircraft flying that day in the U.S. and Canada. It was quite an impact. It wasn’t until I arrived home that I discovered this had occurred
in Chilliwack. Later that week I read the Observer and came across this editorial. I really took offense to the tone of this comment as the author attempts to blame everyone else but the abusers. The author calls the online comments hysterical and the petitioners “the online lynch mob.� What do expect when
what happened is disgusting. very dark and ugly. I also take offense to the author’s comment “allegedly beat dairy cows.� Those are real people beating the cows! Don’t get things twisted here. The consequences of the abusers’ actions are squarely on the shoulders of the abusers themselves, no one else. The
damage to the dairy industry is the abusers’ responsibility and no one else’s. To all who spoke out against the cruelty you are the protecting the farmer’s dairy cows, because without dairy cows there are no dairy farmers. Mark Garside Agassiz
Games society relies heavily on teacher volunteers Open letter from the BC Summer Games and the Nanaimo District Teachers’ Association: B.C.’s teachers have made very important contributions throughout the history of the BC Summer Games. Volunteers are the heart and soul of the BC Games, and it’s not surprising that teachers have traditionally offered their services. From the myriad of organizational and support roles teachers are naturally adept at, to their experience as coaches and officials, there is no doubt that the enthusiasm and expertise of many teachers plays
a vital role in the ongoing success of the games. The use of school sites has always been crucial to the functioning of the Games. Given the oft-changing realities of this past school year, it has been difficult for many BCTF members to plan for their summer, or to know how their worksites will be affected. Nanaimo’s teachers support the BC Summer Games, and a significant number will be volunteering or otherwise participating. It is important that all uncertainty about access to school
OCP 'remarkably short-sighted' Thank you for reporting on the Kent OCP Public hearing. I must, however, correct one thing. When stating that the Agassiz-Rosedale bridge had reached capacity, I stated that it has become congested and slow even without any slow-moving farm vehicles, not because of such slow vehicles, as you reported. Â When calling for a 4-lane river crossing, I also called for a Western bypass from the bridge North to the HWYs 7&9 junction to remove through traffic from Agassiz townsite. For a 40-year plan, the OCP seems remarkably short-sighted on traffic planning. John Allen Harrison Hot Springs
district sites for teachers and other unionized workers be removed. This is most easily achieved by reaching a new collective agreement for teachers. We all want the Games to be a success for the city and region, as well as for the many visitors from all parts of our province. We are encouraged that negotiations between the BCTF and the province continue, and are hopeful that a negotiated settlement can be reached soon. In this spirit of cooperation and solidarity with the many teachers
and other participants from around the province, the Nanaimo Teachers’ Association agrees to not picket any sites of the Summer Games. The BC Summer Games applauds this significant commitment and continues to plan for a successful event. Sincerely, Mike Ball President Nanaimo District Teachers’ Association Member at Large, BC Teachers’ Federation Jeff Lott President Nanaimo 2014 BC Summer Games Society
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AHCSS receives provincial boost The Agassiz-Harrison Community Services Society (AHCSS) is receiving help from the provincial government for on-going operations, thanks to Community and Employer Partnership funding, announced Chilliwack-Hope MLA Laurie Throness. “We are partnering with the AHCSS to help them update and modernize their operations,” said Throness. “The participant in this program will gain valuable work
experience and provide a beneficial service to the AHCSS, including the food bank.” Under a Job Creation Partnership, the Agassiz-Harrison Community Services Society will receive $25,629.39 that will provide up to 52 weeks of work experience for one eligible participant to serve as an event coordinator for the food bank. This project will support the AHCSS with marketing, fundraising projects and establishing a database. The total cost of the
project is $44,370.37. “We are looking forward to expanding the profile of the food bank, enhancing its connection with the communities, partners and contributors which is made possible by the Job Creation Partnership,” said Grace AdmiraalBlansjee of Agassiz-Harrison Community Services Society. “It allows us to better serve the needs of our communities and make valuable connections within the Agassiz-Harrison area.”
New campground planned at Cheam A new campground is being created in the Agassiz area that will focus on accommodating the growing recreational fisheries. Stó:lō Community Futures announced earlier this spring that they’ve funded several new businesses. The Cheam Fishing Village Campground on the Fraser River is expected to be opened soon, as a business venture of the Cheam First Nation. This large new campground on the north side of the Fraser located near the Agassiz Bridge, will include parking, campsites and a boat launch. The new campground is being built to help accommodate the growing recreational fisheries, especially with this year’s anticipated large salmon run. Shirley Hardman, chairperson of SCF was also
pleased to announce that the first loan under their new micro lending program, for small loans under $10,000, which is a joint initiative of SCF and BMO, was recently approved for Cheam Trading Inc. “This will involve the redevelopment and opening of a retail/wholesale store directly on Highway 9, on the Cheam Reserve by the Agassiz Bridge. The Trading Post will open in the next couple of weeks and will focus upon selling retail and wholesale authentic Stó:lō products, Okanagan fruits, native fair trade salmon from local Stó:lō fishermen, and other products. Cheam Trading Post will be an authentic Aboriginal trading house,” said Ms. Hardman.
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Steve Rayworth and Bud Britton won the Chestnut Trophy, which is two-man low net, for the Agassiz Harrison Mens Golf Club. They shot a net score of 60. After the round, the group enjoyed lunch at their home course, Harrison Resort Golf Course.
Internet buzzing with creative UFV grad’s resume A different kind of beer buzz just hit UFV graduate Brennan Gleason. Well ahead of graduating with UFV’s first Graphic and Digital Design class earlier this month, Gleason sent out a very unique résumé: his own home-brewed beer beautifully packaged as Résum-Ale. Holding four handsome bottles of 6.9-percentalcohol beer, the packaging reads: “Visually pleasing, smooth and elegant with a bit of a wild side … and I’m not just talking about the beer.” Though the clever application was sent out in February, it recently went viral, drawing attention from Yahoo, ABC News, The Huffington Post, Design Taxi, Laughing Squid and others. “I honestly have no idea how this took off and went viral,” Brennan says. “It has been an insane last few days with tons of media interviews.” During a self-directed student project in his final semester of GDD, Gleason created a unique, eyecatching identity and bottle for High Seas Brewing Co. — a homebrewed brand he and his roommate
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from human activity to animal predation, to vegetation. In addition to the danger of nests being stepped on or dug up, the roots of fast-growing invasive plants can actually grow right through the eggs, or even newly hatched turtles, which are packed together tightly and remain motionless during hibernation. Poaching of nesting females can also be a problem. Another reason biologists speculate that turtle populations are declining is that urban growth is forcing them out of their natural habitat, leaving fewer and fewer places that are suitable for nesting and basking. One of the greatest threats to the western painted turtle’s survival, however, is competition from red-eared sliders. Named for the characteristic red stripe along the sides of their heads, the breed most commonly sold as pets, are not native to B.C. and therefore are classified as an invasive species. Cute and small, turtles theoretically make great starter pets for children. What people don’t think about when they buy the tiny turtles, said Gielens, is
that they will grow. “They get big and smelly and bite-y,” she said. “I’ve had a turtle take a chunk out of my hand the size of a quarter — that’s less adorable.” Add to that, the fact turtles can live upward of 50 years in captivity, and it becomes more of a commitment than most people are willing to make. Once the novelty wears off, the unwanted pets are often dumped into the closest pond where, biologists recently discovered, they are beginning to successfully breed. When red-eared sliders are captured, they are humanely destroyed. It’s unfortunate, but there’s no choice, said Gielens. Most have developed respiratory problems because they are not suited to a cool, damp climate like B.C.’s. “They came from Florida. They can live here, but it’s not good for them.” The best solution, rather than having to euthanize them, is to simply decrease the number of turtles being sold and subsequently released into the wild, said Gielens. She approached the City of Langley earlier this year and
asked them to consider passing a bylaw to prevent the sale of turtles and turtle eggs at local pet stores. “We’re trying to go after every municipality,” she said. “We have a generally good idea where the pet stores are that are non-compliant.” The sale of turtles falls under the federal wildlife act, but having locally enforceable regulations in place can only help reduce the numbers of red-eared sliders in the wild, Gielens explained during her presentation to the City. Council declined to pass a bylaw, opting instead to change its business licences to include a ban on the sale of both turtles and their eggs. The only pet store within City limits — PetSmart — indicated that it does not sell either. Gielens would have preferred a bylaw, but said awareness is one of the main goals of the western painted turtle rehabilitation program. “It’s getting the public to know that 99 per cent of the time, when they see a turtle at a pet store, they’re illegal,” she said. “If not, they’re likely endangered.”
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The artist known as Mr. Bill rests among some of his large paintings, in his yard along the Lougheed Hwy. by Lake Errock on Saturday afternoon. Mr. Bill was one of many Harrison Mills and Lake Errock artists and gardeners who opened their homes and hearts for the ACES Art and Garden Tour, a fundraiser for the society. Mr. Bill is a graphic designer by trade who was injured 25 years ago and paints large portraits of pop icons.
Three plays, one night at hall Jessica Peters THE OBSERVER
We are just 10 days away from the opening night of the 36th annual Harrison Festival of the Arts. As we countdown, we’ve been choosing to share some of the events we’re looking forward to this year, and this week we are looking in dramatic directions. Each year, one night at the festival is dedicated to the UFV theatre program. Last year’s offerings were sublime — one comic and one tragic. It left this reporter wanting to see more. The shows are chosen from the UFV Directors’ Theatre
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Festival by curator Ian Fenwick. And this year, he’s chosen three. “Each one of the selected shows was a standout at DFEST; seeing them together on the Harrison stage as part of the Festival
of the Arts will be a special summer treat for theatre-goers and a great experience for our students,” Fenwick said. The UFV DFEST shows appearing at Harrison are Mr Bigg and Tall, written by
UFV Theatre students Tim Howe and Stephen Wilhite, and directed by Tim Howe. This play chronicles a run down burlesque house in its prime. The second is Time Flies, by David Ives, directed by Amanda Thiessen. A press release from UFV tells us: “They are born, they meet, they mate, they die. This is the average life of the average mayfly, but May and Horace are anything but ordinary... or so they think.” Who wouldn’t want to see that fleshed out? Finally, Fenwick has chosen A New York Minute, by Michael
So you think you’re a country singer? Do you have what it takes to make it big in country music? If you answered “heck ya!”, then this summer is your time to shine. Almost Famous Entertainment and Rockin’ River Music Festival are joining forces to find some of the Fraser Valley’s finest barroom singers and give them a festival stage to perform on. Almost Famous operates karaoke nights throughout the Fraser Valley, and will give singers an opportunity to become one of two singers to take Rockin’ River’s “Little Big” stage before Gord Bamford sings Friday Aug. 8. Singers and listeners who attend AFE karaoke nights also get a chance to win Rockin’ River
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Palermo, directed by Beth Gasser. In this play, Melissa’s best friend Harry recently became a ghost. The two try to sort out what this means for their friendship and discover a whole new way of living. Theatre Night will be July 15, beginning at 8:30 p.m. at Harrison Memorial Hall. Tickets are $14 for regular admission and $12 for children and seniors. For more information and to see a full list of what’s happening during the festival, visit www. harrisonfestival.com or call 604-796-3664.
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On Wednesday June 18, 2014, Mrs. Lois Jean Cummings of Oliver was suddenly taken by cancer at the Penticton Regional Hospital at the age of 76 years. She was predeceased by her son Michael; her parents Lawrence and Dorothy Floyd; her brother Ken Floyd and sister Elaine Floyd. Lois will be fondly remembered by her loving family including husband Richard Cummings; children Toni (Richard) Hart, D’Arcy (Rita) Cummings; Charmaine (Paul) Sutherland and Sandra (Mark) Seidel; her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and extended family. Lois and her husband ran a local corner store in Sardis, later she worked as a BCGEU employee until her retirement. She was active in her community, volunteering with the hospital auxiliary as well as her local thrift store. Lois was also very involved in the Oliver United Church and was always lending a hand with any event. She also enjoyed her knitting and was a life-long reader but her passion was her baking. A memorial service was officiated by Rev. Heather Burton and Rev. Laura Turnbull at 2:00 P.M. Saturday June 21, 2014 at the Oliver United Church. A reception followed in the church lower hall. Donations are gratefully accepted for The Canadian Lung Association or the Canadian Cancer Society. Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com Arrangements entrusted to Nunes-Pottinger Funeral Service & Crematorium, Oliver & Osoyoos. 1 (250)498-0167
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NOTICE OF ALTERNATIVE APPROVAL PROCESS PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Council of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs is seeking the approval of the electors to authorize the borrowing of funds for the upgrade to the Miami River Dike Pump Station for the Village of Harrison Hot Springs. The Village of Harrison Hot Springs Council has given three readings to the “Miami River Dike Pump Station Upgrade Loan Authorization Bylaw” No. 1052, 2014, which will authorize borrowing for the project. The proposed amount to be borrowed is a maximum of $600,000.00 over a fifteen year period with an estimated average homeowner cost of $32.26 annually. A copy of the bylaw can be viewed on the Village’s website at www.harrisonhotsprings.ca or can be picked up at the Village Office during regular office hours between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Any eligible elector of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs who wishes to indicate that the Council of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs should not proceed to adopt the “Miami River Dike Pump Station Upgrade Loan Authorization Bylaw” No. 1052, 2014, unless the bylaw is approved by assent of the electors (through a referendum), must complete and submit an Elector Response Form in person or by mail to the Corporate Officer, Village of Harrison Hot Springs, located at 495 Hot Springs Road, BC, or by mail to PO Box 160, Harrison Hot Springs, BC V0M1K0 NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M. ON AUGUST 11, 2014. These forms can be printed from the Village’s website at www.harrisonhotsprings.ca or picked up at the Village Office during regular office hours, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. The elector response forms will be accepted only if they are in the form established by the Village of Harrison Hot Springs and contain original signatures. The only persons who are entitled to sign the forms are electors within the Village of Harrison Hot Springs. ELECTOR RESPONSE FORMS MAY NOT BE RETURNED BY FAX OR EMAIL. FURTHER NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT, pursuant to the Community Charter, the Council of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs may adopt Bylaw No. 1052, if, after the deadline, Elector Response Forms are certified by the Corporate Officer as having been signed by less than 10% (122) of the eligible electors in the Village of Harrison Hot Springs. ELIGIBLE ELECTORS must be: - 18 years of age or older, - Canadian citizen, - Resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately before the day you sign the Elector Response Form, - Resident of, or registered owner of real property (in your personal name) in the Village of Harrison Hot Springs for at least 30 days immediately before the day you sign the Elector Response Form, and - Not disqualified by law from voting For information on the proposed Miami River Dike Pump Station Upgrade project, please contact Ian Crane, Chief Administrative Officer at 604-796-2171 or at icrane@harrisonhotsprings.ca. For more information on the alternative approval process please contact Debra Key, Corporate Officer by phone (604-796-2171); email dkey@harrisonhotsprings.ca; or directly at the Municipal Office, 495 Hot Springs Road, Harrison Hot Springs, BC. Debra Key Corporate Officer
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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 115
EDUCATION
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HELP WANTED
An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.
HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS 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 beneďŹ ts 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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Forester/Log Buyer Vaagen Fibre Canada, ULC is seeking an experienced log buyer for its Midway sawmill operation. Required Qualifications: Registered Forest Technician Designation, 5 years of relevant experience Competitive wages and benefit package. Send resume to:employment@vaagenbros.com
Part time, evenings & weekends. Apply in person with resume at:
Pioneer Motors 1887, # 9 Hwy. Agassiz
Publisher/ Editor The Princeton Similkameen Spotlight is looking for the right person to be the Publisher/Editor. Princeton is located in the Similkameen Valley‌.truly an outdoor lover’s dream with world-class hunting, fishing, hiking and snowmobiling.
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
JOURNEYMAN MACHINIST ACR Group located in south Richmond seeks a F/T worker to perform machining on rubber, urethane & some metal. Candidates should have experience in operating various lathes and be able to read various measuring devises. A forklift ticket or exp. driving a forklift is also preferred. 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM Mon. - Fri. some overtime. Wage depending on qualiďŹ cations.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
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Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: •Work closely with the sales consultant to develop new sources of revenue •Create a newspaper that represents the community •Account for all business activities in a prompt manner •Manage all expenses and wages •Produce 10-15 stories per week, plus photos as necessary •Allocate print space for story, text and photos according to space parameters and copy significance. •Plan the contents for the Spotlight according to the publication’s style, editorial policy and publishing requirements. •Verify facts, dates and statistics using standard reference sources •Develop story and feature ideas •Read, evaluate and edit press releases, Letters to the Editor and other materials submitted for publication. •Upload stories to the website •Participate in community events Please e-mail resume by July 8, 2014 to: Don Kendall, Regional Publisher, South Okanagan Email: dkendall@blackpress.ca
TUG SKIPPER Full time senior & junior positions available. Minimum Limited Master <60GT Certificate required. Apply via email: alertbaytowing@cablerocket.com or by fax: (250) 974-5216
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MOUNTAIN-MOVERS.ca (778)378-6683
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PLUMBING
BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
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PRESSURE WASHING
POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046
Unfiled Tax Returns? Unreported Income? Avoid Prosecution and Penalties. Call a Tax Attorney First! 855-668-8089 (Mon-Fri 9-6 ET)
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.A East West Roofing & Siding Co. Repairs, new roofs, torching, gutter services. 10% off. 604-783-6437
LEGAL SERVICES 356
PERSONAL SERVICES 171
Escape From Stress Massage www.escapefromstressmassage.com Call Lori (604)391-1314
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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
MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
FINANCIAL SERVICES
www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
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(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
TRADES, TECHNICAL
130 HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
FULL SERVICE Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928
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LANDSCAPING
A current Criminal Records check is required. Approx. 12 hours per week, to start September 2, 2014 Salary commensurate with experience A full job description can be obtained via e-mail at housing2@telus.net or from the office Monday or Friday 9:00 - 1:00; 10 - 2008 McCaffrey Road, Agassiz, B.C. Please submit resumes with cover letter, in person from 9:00 to 1:00 Monday or Friday at the office, by e-mail at housing2@telus.net; or Fax 604-796-9185. Deadline: 3:00pm, July 18, 2014
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Responsible for two rental properties of 11 and 36 units. Bookkeeping knowledge including annual budgets, monthly financial statements, etc. Full expertise in and knowledge of computer programs, including Simply Accounting, Excel and Word. Excellent people skills that include interaction with potential tenants, tenants, BC Housing, auditors, employees, Board Members and the general public.
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HELP WANTED
JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
Tired of Long Commutes? We are a local progressive concrete pre-cast company which has an opening for a heavy duty mechanic at our Chilliwack Production Facility. The work requires preventative maintenance and scheduled repairs to the neet of forklifts and other mobile equipment. The Successful candidate must have good problem solving, diagnostic, interpersonal, and time management skills. Must be able to work with a computer based preventative maintenance program. Must be able to work nexible hours in a variety of conditions. Experience working with materials handling equipment would be an asset. Minimum requirements include completion of ITA certimcate of qualimcation as heavy duty equipment mechanic, inter-provincial red seal endorsement, and a certimcate of apprenticeship. A minimum of 5 years work experience in a related industry is required. Our Company offers: 1. Attractive wages and excellent employee benemts 2. Supportive, engaged atmosphere with change minded management group. 3. Company sponsored social activities We would like to thank everyone who responds, however only successful applicants will be contacted. Please send updated resume including cover letter, references, to: HR@langleyconcretegroup.com
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PAVING/SEAL COATING
ASPHALT PAVING • Brick Driveways • Retaining Walls • Foundation Repairs • Sealcoating 604-618-2304
.CAN-PRO Paint and Drywall. Over 25 yrs of quality service. 3 ROOMS, $250. Insured. 604-771-7052
HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC
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MACHINIST WANTED Vancouver Island Company requires a machinist immediately. Must be proficient in the operation of boring mills and lathes. Union position with comparable wages and excellent benefit package. Submit resumes via fax to: 250-656-1262 or email to: rmwltd@ramsaygroup.com
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In addition to having a strong understanding of news gathering and meeting deadlines, the successful candidate will represent the Spotlight at social and client functions. They will also have strong organizational skills and be able to work without direct supervision.
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1 As in movers we trust. Reliable Honest Movers. Same day moves & deliveries. Starting $35hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)491-8607
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FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944
Front End Gas Attendant Required
HELP WANTED
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Health, Dental, Vision & more. We also have a company paid RRSP plan. Must be willing to join the union (UNIFOR).
Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560
RENTALS
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from $499 (Made in BC) Repairs & Service. We extend warranties to all makes. Vacuum needs a service every 5 years just like an oil change! 604-792-8055 / 854-8055
PETS 477
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
TRANSPORTATION
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TRUCKS & VANS
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STEEL BUILDINGS...SUMMER MELTDOWN SALE! 20X20 $5,419. 25X26 $6,485. 30X30 $8,297. 32X34 $9,860. 40X48 $15,359. 47X68 $20,558. Front & Back Wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422 www.pioneersteel.ca
REAL ESTATE autocredit
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FOR SALE BY OWNER
Chilliwack, 9610 Hazel St, single family 1600sf, full bsmt, 60x166’ lot, 2 bdrm up-1 down, 2 baths-1 up 1 down, 10.6x12.4’ shed. $305,000. Jack, (604)792-9994/798-7265
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1100SF reno’d 3 bed rancher in Abby Bateman. Large lot. RV pkg & wchr. $345,500 Dave 604-557-3347
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2001 DODGE CARAVAN 7 psgr, loaded. ST#534 $2,900. 2002 PONTIAC GRAND AM 4 dr, auto, Aircared, ST#573 $2,900. 2007 DODGE CARAVAN 7 psgr, auto, fully loaded. Only this week! STK#546, $3,900. 2001 KIA SEPHIA, 4 dr sedan, auto. Only 88K ST#493 $3,995 2002 HONDA CIVIC Fully loaded, Aircared, auto, ST#547 $4,900. 2005 TOYOTA COROLLA. 4 dr sedan, auto, a/c, ST#594. $4,900. 2006 SATURN ION 4 dr, auto, Aircared. ST#389. $5,500. 2006 PONTIAC MONTANA 7 passenger, auto, loaded STK#554. $5,900. 2004 FORD EXPLORER 4 door, 4X4, auto, 7 passenger, fully loaded, ST#470 $6,900. 2005 HYUNDAI SANTA FE AWD, 4 dr, auto, only 140km, ST#371. $8,900 2009 DODGE AVENGER, 4dr fully loaded. ST#532. $8,900. 2012 MAZDA 3, 4 dr, auto, sunroof, fully loaded, ST#570 $12,900. 2009 FORD F150. Super crew 4dr, auto, 4 X 4, loaded. ST#492. $16,900.
~ FINANCING AVAILABLE ~ PITTBULL PUPPIES 1 Tan Female, 1 Grey/tan bridle Male. Excellent temperament, Both parents avail to view. 1st shots, dewormed/ flead $1000 obo. Call 604-376-0920 Pure bread CAIRN TERRIER Pups Shots, dewormed. $800. Home raised.604-807-5204,604-854-1978
628 INDUSTRIAL PROPERTIES QUESNEL Lake waterfront home. Near Likely, B.C. Refer to Kijiji Ad ID 577141020 for info. lenyedy@yahoo.ca
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS Auto Financing Dream Team - www.iDreamAuto.com or call 1.800.961.7022
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2001 Security Park Model, 1 bdrm, kitchen nook. Must be moved. $34,000 obo. 604-465-5508
RENTALS 706 551
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