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SCHOOL ADDITIONDistrict hires Bird as new administrator

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Sedin twins to visit Agassiz

Jessica PetersTHE OBSERVER

Two of the fi rst people to try out the new equipment at the Kent Community Recreation and Cultural Centre could be considered experts in fi tness, on and off the ice.

Vancouver Canuck forwards Henrik and Daniel Sedin will be touring the new facility this weekend, trying out some of the equipment that their new foundation, the Sedin Family Foundation, has helped purchase.

Agassiz has been chosen as the community for their offi cial foundation launch, this Saturday at 2 p.m.

Th e Sedin Family Foundation will "partner with communities across B.C. to celebrate people, recognize achievement and address the needs of families and children in health, education and family wellness."

Th eir visit will coincide nicely with the Agassiz Fall Fair, happening on the adjacent fairgrounds the same day.

Th e Sedin twins are well known for their generosity. Over the past hockey season, the

Sedin families hosted ‘Sedin Corner,' a suite at Rogers Arena, to recognize charities and groups doing good work in the areas aligned with their family’s outreach objectives. In 2010, the twins teamed up to donate $1.5 million to help build a new BC Children's Hospital. Th e inaugural donations by the Sedin Family Foundation will benefi t the Mission Possible Youth Cycling Program along with the Kent Community Recreational and Cultural Centre.

Th e public is invited to join Henrik and Daniel Sedin, and their wives, Johanna and Marinette, at the cultural centre, beside the Agassiz Fall Fair grounds.

An announcement from the Sedin Family Foundation says: "Bring your family, friends and co-workers to enjoy in the fun as we announce our commitment to the Fraser Valley."

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Canucks stars launching charitable organization

Harrison’s Mayor Leo Facio (left) and councillors John Buckley (centre) and Sonja Reyerse all took on the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge last week, making personal donations to the ALS Society. They forwarded a challenge to the District of Kent council, and that challenge was officially accepted in council cham-bers on Monday night. A date for the Kent challenge has not yet been announced, but several members of council have committed to donating money from their pockets for the cause.

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NOTICE OF NOMINATION

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 75 (MISSION)2014 GENERAL SCHOOL ELECTION

RURAL AREA SCHOOL TRUSTEE

PLEASE TAKE NOTE THAT the Fraser Valley Regional District is conducting the election for Rural Area School Trustee on behalf of School District No. 75 (Mission).

Public Notice is given to the electors of School District No. 75, Rural Area School Trustee Electoral Area that nominations for the of ces of:

A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a School Trustee if they meet the following criteria:

Canadian citizen;

18 years of age or older on general voting day November 15, 2014;

resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; and

not disqualified under the School Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding office as a trustee, or be otherwise disqualified by law.

For further information, please contact:

Suzanne Gresham, Chief Election OfficerFraser Valley Regional District

Telephone: 604-702-5032 (Direct) or 1-800-528-0061 (toll free)Email: [email protected]

Fax: 604-792-9684

QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICE

1 – Rural Area School Trustee Representing the Communities of: Lake Errock, McConnell Creek, Hatzic Prarie, Durieu, Hatzic Island, Nicomen Island, Dewdney and Deroche

will be received by the Chief Election Officer or a designated person, as follows:

By hand, mail or other delivery service:

Fraser Valley Regional District45950 Cheam AvenueChilliwack, BC V2P 1N6

From: 9:00 am on September 30, 2014To: 4:00 pm on October 10, 2014

Excluding statutory holidays and weekends

By fax to: 604-792-9684

By email to: [email protected]


Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents MUST be received by the Chief Election Officer by 4:30

pm on October 17, 2014

Nomination forms are available at:

www.fvrd.bc.ca/newsevents&notices/elections

or at the offices of the Fraser Valley Regional District45950 Cheam Avenue, Chilliwack, BC V2P 1N6

Monday to Friday, except statutory holidays and weekends, between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30pm

New school district administratorKerrie-Ann SchoenitBLACK PRESS

Kevin Bird is looking forward to helping improve student learn-ing in his new role as assistant su-perintendent of schools.

He brings many years of ex-perience to the Fraser-Cascade school district position, having worked in both metro and small rural communities as a classroom teacher, vice-principal, and prin-cipal.

“Th e size of the community and the size of the district is very similar to the one I worked in up north and I really found that to be a good fi t,” said Bird, who started his career in New Westminster and spent the last 10 years work-ing in the Smithers area. “I prefer the communities similar to the ones we have here. Th e students that come through here form our community and we can have a major impact.”

Aside from exploring the vari-ety of recreational activities avail-able in the region, Bird is looking forward to the professional men-torship opportunities.

“Perhaps this is unknown but the superintendent here has a re-ally good reputation in the prov-ince,” he added. “So to work with someone with that type of repu-tation is quite a gift .”

Student learning has been a

career focus for Bird, who has served as a consultant to the Ministry of Education and co-authored ANIE (Assessment of Numeracy in Education) with a colleague in Chilliwack. Th e Fra-ser-Cascade school district was one of the fi rst to adopt his book.

“It’s a foundational lesson ap-proach to teaching math in a way that connects everything you do in math to real life as opposed to being sort of an abstract concept,” said Bird. “Part of the model that we worked on for the book was based upon some brain research that points to the connecting of skills between numeracy and lit-eracy and other things as well. As an off shoot to using this kind of approach, you do see gains in lit-

eracy.” Bird said the district is cur-

rently working on connectingstudents in smaller schools, es-pecially at the elementary level,by using technology to bridge thegap, not just in content deliverybut in relationship building. Forexample, he points out that stu-dents in Boston Bar would beable to develop friendships withstudents in Agassiz and spendtime electronically writing toeach other and communicatingvia video as well as taking fi eldtrips.

Board continues work

Despite the closure of schoolsdue to the strike, the work of theschool board must go on. Su-perintendent Karen Nelson saidboard meetings will carry on asplanned, regardless of job action.Th e fi rst meeting of this schoolyear is on Tue., Sept. 16 at theDistrict board offi ce in Hope.

Th e second and third meetingswill be held at Agassiz elementa-ry-secondary school (Oct. 7) andAgassiz Centre for Education(Oct. 28.)

School board trustee electionswill be held on Nov. 15, the sameday as municipal elections.

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Would you use public transit to travel around the Fraser Valley? Yes or no, BC Transit wants to hear from you.

Th eir Fraser Valley Express bus, nicknamed FVX, will be rolling through Chilliwack next year, with connections to the Agassiz Harrison line. Th e highly anticipated new regional transit service will run between

Chilliwack, Abbotsford and Langley.

Open Houses to solicit public opinion started Sept. 9 and run until Sept. 12 at eight locations across the Fraser Valley.

Th e Chilliwack sessions are set for today, Th ursday, Sept. 11, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at UFV Chilliwack Campus, Room A1300 by the Cafeteria; and

at 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at theDowntown Chilliwack Library;and then at 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.in Evergreen Hall's Slesse Room.

Any transit customers whoare not able to attend an openhouse in person, can take anonline survey until September19, 2014 at www.bctransit.com/transitfuture and click on FraserValley Express.

BC Transit seeks feedback for Fraser Valley Express plan

About 50 homes lost power for several hours on Wednesday after a loaded logging truck snagged a power line on RockwellDrive. The road was closed about five kilometres from the start of Rockwell Drive while hydro crews worked on the lines.

Powerline snag

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Kevin Bird is settling into his new role as assistant superintendent of schools.

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By hand, mail or other delivery service:

Fraser Valley Regional District45950 Cheam AvenueChilliwack, BC V2P 1N6


Excluding statutory holidays and weekends

1 - Electoral Area Director – Electoral Area ABoston Bar, North Bend, Canyon Alpine, Nahatlatch

1 - Electoral Area Director – Electoral Area BSpuzzum, Yale, Dogwood Valley, Ruby Creek, Sunshine Valley, Laidlaw, Othello

1 - Electoral Area Director – Electoral Area CLake Errock, Hemlock Valley, Harrison Mills, Morris Valley, Harrison Lake Watershed

1 - Electoral Area Director – Electoral Area DPopkum, Bridal Falls

1- Electoral Area Director – Electoral Area E Chilliwack River Valley, Post Creek

1 - Electoral Area Director – Electoral Area F McConnell Creek, Hatzic Prairie, Durieu

1- Electoral Area Director – Electoral Area GHatzic Island, Nicomen Island, Dewdney, Deroche, portions of Sumas Mountain

1- Electoral Area Director – Electoral Area H Cultus Lake, Columbia Valley, Cultus Lake South, Lindell Beach


A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria:

Canadian citizen;

18 years of age or older on general voting day [November 15, 2014];

resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; and

not disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding the office, or be otherwise disqualified by law.

FURTHER INFORMATION regarding the foregoing may be obtained by contacting:

Suzanne Gresham, Chief Election OfficerFraser Valley Regional District

Telephone: 604-702-5032 (Direct) or 1-800-528-0061 (Toll free)Email: [email protected]

Fax: 604-792-9684

By fax to: 604-792-9684



Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents MUST be received by the Chief Election Officer

by 4:30 pm on October 17, 2014


Nomination forms are available at:

www.fvrd.bc.ca/newsevents&notices/elections

Fraser Valley Regional District Corporate Office45950 Cheam Avenue, Chilliwack, BC V2P 1N6

Monday to Friday, except statutory holidays and weekends, between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm

NOTICE OF NOMINATION2014 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTIONS

Public Notice is given to the electors of the Fraser Valley Regional District that nomination for the of ces of:

Fireworks, goat milking and 4H offers fun for whole family

Fall fair fun starts FridayJessica PetersTHE OBSERVER

Th e community’s number one event is fi nally here.

Th e 110th Annual Agassiz Fall Fair and 66th Corn Festival kicks off on Friday night, with beer gardens, entertainment, a sneak peak at the exhibits, and of course, the midway rides.

Th e midway will start early this year, Victoria Brookes said, opening their rides up at noon on Friday. Th e operator made the decision to open early because families will be able to arrive ear-ly, due to the school strike.

Th e agricultural hall will open at 4 p.m., and this year’s beer gar-dens will open at 6 p.m. Enter-

tainment on stage will also start at 6 p.m. on Friday, with the mes-merizing comedic hypnotist Lee Dyson.

His show, Magic of the Mind, includes a chance to go on stage and be hypnotized along with a larger group. Th e results are al-ways hilarious, but participants will not remember the experi-ence, so remember to bring a friend and a camera to record the fun.

Following Dyson will be Agas-siz’s own Adam Briscoe, a young musician who has been perform-ing on stage at the fair since his days as a student at AESS.

Finally, this year also includes a special fi reworks show, starting

at 9 p.m. Saturday promises to be full

of entertainment as well, with a full lineup of 4H competitions, the annual parade, stage show and crowning of the Corn King or Queen, and the contest for the coveted goat milking award.

Miss Fraser Valley, Brittany O’Rourke will also be attending the fall fair. O’Rourke is from Mission, and has been busy trav-eling around the Fraser Valley attending events since she was crowned earlier this year.

For a full schedule, ticket prices and more, visit us online at agas-sizharrisonobserver.com and click on the link for Issuu. Guides to the fair will also be available on site.

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Nicolle HodgesBLACK PRESS

Th e sound of children playing can already be heard ringing from the new playground at Kent Elementary.

While the need for a new playground has been at the center of PAC discussions for the past fi ve years, it was only aft er plenty of fundraising and an anonymous donation of $50,000 that the PAC’s dream for the children fi nally became a reality. It was a matter of increasing both fun and safety, as the old playground was becoming a hazard.

Kent Elementary School Principal, Stan Watchorn worked with many dedicated members of the school system to form a committee and bring the project to fruition. He notes that

PAC Chair, Jamie Fisher, carried the majority of the worry, the organizing and the energy to make this project happen. Th is includes a pub night back in early June, where the over-whelming support of the com-m u n i t y began the push to raise over $ 9 1 , 0 0 0 t o w a r d s the con-s t r u c t i on of the playground. Th en, with the contribution by an anonymous donor of $50,000, the playground was made possible.

“It was very emotional to experience this

generosity and to imagine the joy the children of our community will have using this playground,” said Principal Watchorn. “Everyone has had a sense

of making a contri-b u t i o n to the betterment of our com-munity.”

M o u n -t a i n Institution p r o v i d e d the designs and the murals on the school’s P r i m a r y block wall

beside the playground, while Allenby’s Farm Store provided all the paint and painting supplies to paint the mural. Subway, Super

Value and Agassiz Produce provided food and refreshments for the Community Build that took place on Saturday, Aug. 23 when parents and youth helped assemble the main playground structure.

Subway will also provide sandwiches and cookies for everyone who attends the opening ceremony at Kent Elementary on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 1 p.m. Organizers are hoping that members of the public will join them in celebrating.

“I would like to thank the entire Agassiz community for all their support; there have been countless hours of work, sweat and worry as we moved this project from the ‘wouldn’t it be nice’ phase to a reality,” says Watchorn.

Elementary school receives new playground after anonymous donation

Playground funding

breakdown

• Donor: $50,000• PAC: $14,000• Kent Elementary: $9,000• Fraser-Cascade School District: $9,000• Other: $9,000

Th ere has been a rash of break and enters and theft s from vehicles occurring in the area of MacKay Crescent and Canterbury Avenue in Agassiz. Th e crime spree has prompted RCMP to issue a warning to help reduce crime by being vigilant about securing their own property.

Members of the Agassiz RCMP are investigating eight break and enters that have occurred in Agassiz in the last fi ve days, they announced on Wednesday

"We encourage the public to familiarize themselves with some of the steps they can take to protect their property and avoid becoming a victim of these crimes of opportunity," Cst. Ashley St. Germaine said.

Th e following are steps that can be taken to try and prevent these crimes from occurring:

• Lock your doors and secure any open windows when not at home, or sleeping at night.

• Engrave property with your name so it can be easily identifi ed.

• Record the serial numbers of your property.

• Don’t leave articles out, such as axes and tools that could be used to assist in breaking into your residence.

• Talk to you neighbours and check on each other’s property.

• Leave an outside light on during the night.

• If you are away, make sure your residence looks like it’s occupied. Have the mail collected, grass cut

and stop the newspaper or have someone pick it up and check on your residence.

• Avoid posting to social media sites that you are away from your residence.

• Lock the doors to your vehicle and roll up the windows.

• Don’t hide your wallet or keys inside your vehicle.

• Remove all valuables, including cellphones and GPS units.

Police are continuing their investigation and asking anyone who may have any information in relation to these incidents to call the Agassiz RCMP at 604-796-2211. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Student wins education award

Local student Anna-Marie Ryan is now that much closer to reaching her educational goals af-ter being selected as one of 11 recipients of the 2014 Envision Financial Education Award.

Each year, secondary and post-secondary stu-dents throughout B.C. who are also Envision Financial members are encouraged to apply for one of 11 $2,000 schol-arships. Th ese educa-tion awards recognize students who have dem-onstrated outstanding scholastic ability com-bined with exceptional community volunteer service.

In recognition of its innovative community program, Th e Full Cup-board, Envision also in-troduced Th e Full Cup-board Volunteer Award in 2013, which recog-

nizes two secondary or post-secondary students who volunteer with their local food banks with a $2,500 education award.

Ryan has shown an exceptional dedica-tion to volunteerism through her work as a junior camp counselor at the Captivenia Sum-mer Camp for Girls in Alberta where she co-ordinated events and mentored campers. She has also been an active volunteer at the St. An-thony of Padua Parish in Vancouver and Mi-ellie Meadows Natural Equestrian Center in the Fraser Valley. Formerly a student at Sardis Sec-ondary School, Anna-Marie will be pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in music and a minor in business at Trinity Western Uni-versity this coming fall.

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Thrifty shoppers came from far and wide to rummage through the offerings at the Agassiz United Church’s 32nd annual garage sale on Saturday. One couple came all the way from Vancouver to look through the collection of buttons, and many more visitors found their way to the kitchen to purchase homemade borscht.

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A GIANT HEARTFELT THANK YOUto our sponsors/supporters of the

1st Agassiz Scouts for their contributions towards the 2013-2014 Scouting year.

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Faulkner) • Fraser Valley Dragon Boat Club (Scott Farrell) • Wayne Ball (for an endless list of generosity)• Harrison Marine Group (Shoreline Tours / Steve’s Repairs – Steve & Wanda Dunn) • Ken Vanderhoek (Cub Car construction &

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Registration Night for the 2014 – 2015 Scouting Year will beheld on Tuesday, September 16th - 6:30pm to 7:30pm at theAgassiz Agricultural Hall. Beavers (5 to 7 years old), Cubs

(8 to 10), Scouts (11 to 13) and Venturers (14 to 17), Volunteerleaders needed for the Scout aged youth (11 to 13). Pleasecontact Chris, the Group Commissioner, at 604-796-3703.

Th e BC Coroners Ser-vice has confi rmed the identity of an Aldergrove man who died in an ATV accident near Harrison Mills on Aug. 30.

Kevin Robert Paul, aged 45, died when his ATV fl ipped into a creek.

Loved by many, the out-doorsman who worked at Jacob Bros. Construction in Surrey leaves behind his wife Patti Limusse and their two children, ages 11 and 17.

Paul was reported miss-ing to the Agassiz RCMP on Sept. 1 by his wife, when he had failed to re-turn home as planned, following a short solo camping trip to the area of Harrison and Chehalis Lakes. Th e area Paul was in, near Grace Lake, is a popular spot for people to use their ATVs.

A search was initiated, and on the morning of Sept. 3, his body and his overturned ATV quad were located in the water at the north end of Cheha-lis Lake.

“Th is is a really tragic accident,” said Agassiz RCMP spokesperson Const. Ashley St. Ger-maine.

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Mayor Leo Facio presented a certificate of appreciation to the Harrison Community

in Bloom commitee on Monday. The committee

includes (from left) Coun. Allan Jackson (as chair),

Jane Kivett, Maureen Turner-Wendt, Kitty

Niiranen, Tegwyn Bakken and Heather Coxon. The national Communities in

Bloom holds its annual symposium and awards ceremonies next week.

Three cheers for volunteers

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Henrik and Daniel Sedin together with their families would like to invite the ci zens of Agassiz and the District of Kent to the launch of the Sedin Family Founda on.

Bring your family, friends and co-workers to enjoy in the fun as we announce our commitment to the Fraser Valley.

When - Saturday, September 13, 2014 2:00 p.m.

Where - Kent Community Recrea on & Cultural Centre 6660 Pioneer Avenue, Agassiz

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Invited!COMMUNITY IS A TEAM SPORT


VICTORIA – Th e B.C. Teachers’ Federation’s latest demand, for binding arbitration on selected pocketbook issues of its members, is going nowhere.

Th is follows months of the union’s insistence on mediation. First a B.C. Supreme Court judge met with both sides and walked away. Th en the BCTF’s preferred choice, Vince Ready, agreed that mediation won’t fi x the current version of the mess he last examined in 2007.

BCTF president Jim Iker announced the arbitration gambit on Friday, in one of the webcasts he uses to rally the union’s exhausted membership. Education Minister Peter Fassbender replied that with fi ve minutes’ notice to the

government’s chief negotiator and lacking specifi cs on what would be subject to arbitration, the proposal would forfeit the government’s mandate to control costs.

“Th is government will not raise taxes in order to provide a settlement to one union that does not refl ect what the other public sector has done,” Fassbender said.

In short, there will be a negotiated settlement, eventually. Th e union chose to begin the strike, and now must fi nd a way to end it.

Th e government’s position in this dispute is unlike any of the many that preceded it. And it points the way to an evolution of education that cannot be stopped.

Th e announcement of a $40-a-day payment for days lost during a fall strike for children under 13 was greeted with scorn by the BCTF and its echo chambers. Parents won’t be bribed, they want school, not

daycare, it’s an insult, went the refrain.

Before the fi rst week of the fall strike was over, nearly two thirds of eligible parents had enrolled, faced with pickets at their schools and real and mounting child care

and tutoring costs. Th e union executive, collecting their heft y salaries while teachers do without even token strike pay, said members who are parents should refuse the money.

Some B.C. teachers have begun advertising tutoring services online. With distance learning and other online education

options expanding in all 60 public school districts, the digital revolution is unfolding quickly.

Th e B.C. government made a couple of announcements in April, one about moving to digital versions of textbooks and another about a digital merger of 1,600 school libraries with public and post-secondary schools. Growth of options accelerates.

Largely drowned out by the noise of 1970s-style industrial labour strife, the B.C. public school curriculum is being refashioned for this new age. Among its goals is to “allow teachers and students the fl exibility to personalize their learning experience to better meet each student’s individual strengths and needs.”

One of B.C.’s early models for self-directed learning is Th omas Haney secondary in Maple Ridge, where senior high students are expected to make their own way through course work, learning to manage their own time.

It was here that the fi rst couple of Grade 12 students showed up last week to begin making up for lost time from the strike that set in last spring. Self-directed study has become a crash course.

Private schools are also swamped with applications from Grade 12 students looking for particular courses they will need by next year.

In the short term, Fassbender says the lost strike days will likely have to be restored to the school schedule.

“Do you put it on at the end of the year? Do you take it out of spring break? Do you take it out of Christmas holidays? My staff are looking at all of the options,” Fassbender said.

In the longer term, the whole factory model of school is on the way out.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfl etcherbc Email: tfl [email protected]

Factory model fading for schools

Terry Fox’s legacy lives on

Sunday, Sept. 14, is the 34th anniversary of the Terry Fox Run.

If you don’t know the story, you’re likely not Canadian. But it is an incredible legacy.

It is highly unlikely that when Terry fi rst dipped his artifi cial leg into the Atlantic Ocean on April 12, 1980, to start his Marathon of Hope, he had any idea of the lasting eff ect he would have.

An entire country followed his lead, aft er his run was cut short, just outside of Th under Bay, Ont., fi ve months later. Spurred by Isadore Sharp, of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, an annual fundraising run was organized in his name.

“You started it. We will not rest until your dream to fi nd a cure for cancer is realized,” said Sharp in a telegram to the Fox family.

And so it began.Now, 34 years later, dozens of

countries participate in the annual Terry Fox Run.

Th e Terry Fox Foundation has grown to in excess of $650 million,

to support cancer research in Terry’s name.

To most, the thought of that much money not already producing a cure is unfathomable. Th e problem is the disease itself. It is the most baffl ing disease known, because of its inconsistencies. It can run in the family, but it’s not genetic.

It can be caused by smoking, but smoking does not invariably lead to lung cancer.

It can be deadly, but it can also be benign.

Before a defi nitive cure for cancer can be achieved, a link between all cancers must be discovered. We are not there yet.

Terry’s initial letter to the Canadian Cancer Society, asking for support of his Marathon of Hope, included the line “I’m not a dreamer, and I’m not saying this will initiate any kind of defi nitive answer or cure to cancer, but I believe in miracles.”

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N e g o t i a t i o n s between Christy Clark's government and the BCTF have not led to an agreement.

Th is is due, in part, to the BC Liberal's insistence on having the right to override an unfavourable decision at the upcoming October court case on class/size composition. Rather than "letting the courts decide," as Education Minister Fassbender has repeatedly said, the government wants to make sure that they control the outcome.

To this end, they have

introduced Article E 80 to the bargaining table. It outlines inferior class size and composition provisions and then states: "These provisions supersede and replace all previous Articles that addressed class size, composition, and staffing levels."

So, if the court in October restores the superior language that was stripped from the teachers' contract by the Liberals in 2002, the BC Liberals intend the court ruling to be superseded by the provisions outlined in E80. Th ese provisions, in eff ect, strip

the language from the contract once again. For our education system, this means larger classes, more special needs students in a class, fewer counsellors, librarians and so on.

In negotiating terms, this article is known as a "poison pill" – an article so damaging the other side cannot agree to it.

Th is impasse has convinced the BCTF that it is time to move to the next step. Binding arbitration would resolve the dispute between teachers and the government and schools

would re-open.Contact Premier

Christy Clark ([email protected]), Education Minister Fassbender ([email protected]) and MLA Laurie Th roness (laurie.t h r o n e s s . m l a @ l e g .bc.ca) to encourage

them to "Say Yes To Arbitration".

Th ank you. We need your help in getting our students and teachers back to school.

Lynne MarvellPresident, Fraser

Cascade Teachers' Association

Mailbag'Poison pill' cannot be agreed to

I have taught some 35 years and am in the twilight of my proud profession – teaching.

During this time, never could I have imagined a day in which a premier of my province would hold a press conference such as we witnessed on Wednesday. Not only was misinformation promulgated (unlimited massages), but it seemed to me that there was a tone, belittling teachers for not doing the right thing; I was left feeling that I was an enemy of the province.

I won't go into detail, but the government does not have clean hands in this whole, sorry saga. I had been hoping for statesmanship from Premier

Clark, and perhaps naively, an olive branch. It has been reported that the Liberals have even hired people to the tune of some $355,000, to go on social media and continue this approach.

Teachers are not enemies. We are professionals who have spent large sums of money and several years learning our craft . We take pride in changing lives for the better. In the past we have chosen to improve class composition in place of wage increases. We deserve better, especially from the Premier of our beloved province.

John DumasAgassiz

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In praise of a beautiful districtPlease convey

our thanks to the municipality (Mr. Kohuch and Mr.Hardy and their staff ) and to the many dairy farmers that make the District of Kent the drop-dead beautiful

place that it is. We are very grateful to

the municipality and to the farmers for allowing us access to the miles and miles of beautiful walking trails on the various dikes, particularly

the Spaeti family and their pedestrian access. In particular we are very grateful to the Hoogendorn, Schwichtenberg and Klop families for their

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September 2014

Community Community CornerCorner

For Kids• Kidz at the Cross - Harrison Elementary - Thurs. 6 - 7:30 pm Grades 4, 5 & 6 Registration & team leader - Carol Cartmell 604-793-0171 or [email protected] Crafts • Games • LessonAgassiz Kids At The Cross - Thursdays at the Ag Recreation Centre in Agassiz. FMI call Ettie 604-819-6822

Better Beginnings - Pre/post natal education, nutrition & support. Lunch is provided. Tues. 10 am to 1 pm. 7272 Morrow Rd. FMI call 604-796-0313

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.Agassiz Harrison Family Parenting Place - Meet friends, old & new! Parents/caregivers with their children 0 - 6 are welcome. Mon., Weds. & Thurs. 9:30 am - 1 pm 7272 Morrow

Rd. FMI call 604-796-0313Coff ee 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 604-997-44841789 The Royal Westminster Regiment

Cadet Corps - Westie Army Cadets Training at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No 228 - 344 Fort Street Hope Wed. 6:30 PM - 9 pmFree for ages 12 - 19 Captain M.E. Sam Ronholm, CDEmail [email protected] call 604-799-8897

For Seniors• Seniors Friendship House Drop-In - Mon. Seniors Walking to Music at 10 am, Sit & Fit at 10:30 am, Bingo at 1 pm, Seniors Learn to Line Dance at 4 pm; Tues. Bridge and Cribbage at 1 pm.; Wed. Floor Curling at 1 pm.; Fri. Floor Curling

at 1 pm. FMI call 604-796-3422.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 [email protected] Agassiz Harrison Senior Peer Support - Knit & Natter Group: We meet every Thursday at Dogwood Manor on Morrow Rd., Agassiz. Everyone welcome. Call Eunice 604-796-9841

Groups and Activities

The Kent Harrison Arts Council

presents M.A. Tateishi: September 6 -

October 1 at the Ranger Station Art Gallery,

98 Rockwell Dr., Harrison Hot Springs. FMI visit

kentharrisonartscouncil.com

Agassiz-Harrison Terry Fox Run - Walk,

stroll, bike ride or run on September 14th.

Registration from 9-10, event starts at 10 from

Cheam Village (1525 MacKay Cres). No minimum

pledge and no entry fee. Lots of draw prizes! Hot-

dog BBQ & Music! Dogs welcome. FMI contact

Sam Nelson at 604-796-9687

110th Annual Agassiz Fall Fair & 66th

Corn Festival - September 12 & 13 at the

Agassiz Fair Grounds. Parade, midway, exhibits,

music, 4H shows, antique tractor pull, BMX bike

show, kids zone and more! FMI see special section

in today’s paper.

Seniors’ Health & Wellness Fair -

Hosted by Agassiz/Harrison Hot Springs

Healthy Communities on Thursday, September

18 at Cheam Village from 10am - 3pm. Oral

presentations by BC Seniors Advocate, reps from

ICBC, the RCMP, Workplace BC, a local dietitian

and physician. Over 20 organizations will have

displays. Door prizes and a free lunch for those

who register. To register call 604-796-8891.

Community Events

• Agassiz Christian Reformed Church

7452 Morrow Rd. Sun. at 10 am. Call 604-703-9558

Agassiz United Church 6860 Lougheed

Highway. 604-796-2680 Agassiz United Church

Sunday Service & Sunday School at 10:30 am.

All Saints Anglican Church 6904 #9

Highway, Agassiz. Holy Eucharist at 10 am Sun.

St. Anthony’s Catholic Church 7237

Morrow Road. Sunday 9 am & 11 am, Tues. to Sat.

9am. Everyone Welcome. Contact Father Joaquim

Dias 604-796-9181.

Central Community Church Meets at the

Ag Hall at 6800 Pioneer Ave. Sunday 10:30 am

Kids Ministry as well. For more info visit www.

central365.org

The Harrison Gospel Chapel Sunday

Worship Service begins at 10:30 am. 514 Lillooet

Ave, HHS. Call 604-796-9500 Everyone welcome.

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Public Speaking and Demon-strations is a large part of the 4-H program. Rushing Rivers 4H club has been very successful with both this year.

We started out at club level where we had fi ve people doing speeches and six people doing demonstrations. Matthew and Morgan went on to compete at Se-nior District Speeches where Mor-gan placed second with his speech on how to grow a garden. Matthew did his speech on a big year which is a competition to see as many dif-ferent species of birds in one year.

Jacinta competed at Junior Dis-trict Speeches, where she placed third with her speech on poverty which is a growing problem. Mor-gan and Matthew competed at Senior District Demonstrations where they placed third with their Demo ‘D.I.Y. Gourmet Herbal Blend’ which was about how to

make a home grown herbal cook-ing blend. It was something rel-evant to anyone who wants to live more naturally. Jacinta and Kayla placed third at Junior District demonstrations with their demo

‘Some ‘bunny’ cares’ about how to take care of a rabbit. A very in-formative demo for anyone who is diligent in taking care of their rab-bits health and well being.

Morgan went on to compete at Regional Senior Speeches where he placed fi rst. Jacinta and Kayla placed second at Regional Junior Demonstrations. We’re very happy to have our small club be so suc-cessful at such a high level. Mor-gan competed at Provincial Senior Speeches where he placed fi rst for the whole province of B.C. with his speech on how to grow a garden.

“It is sometimes good to write about something simple that you know about. Your speech will be more engaging and enthusiastic if you know your subject. some of the best speeches have been on simple subjects,” he said. “I couldn’t believe that I won. I was so excited when they announced me as the winner I couldn’t keep a straight face.”

Community

beautifully tendedfi elds which are mucha joy to drive beside onWhelpton and TutteynsRoads. Agassiz Avenue,which passes through theSchwichtenberg farm, isthe most beautiful avenuein B.C. and the walkingtrail around the farm isa huge asset to the drop-dead beautiful District.

We are also grateful tothe memory of ex-mayorGunther Schwichtenbergwho presided over theprevious community planof 2007 and to those whohave implemented thatplan (Sylvia Pranger) andhave seen the District ofKent develop into a drop-dead beautiful District.

Even if it does smellto high heaven at muckspreading time!

Roger and Anne BateAgassiz

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Beautifully tended elds

I considered buying a farm in Agassiz in the mid '80s but things didn't go as planned. As fate would have it we made Agassiz our home just over two years ago and I love it here.

As beautiful as Agassiz

is there is always room for improvement. Maybe having the highway going through the centre of town worked back in the mid '80s but now it is time to make a change.

Th ere has been a number of pedestrians

hit at crosswalks since I moved here and on Sunday I stopped to allow a man on his wheelchair cross a crosswalk near Prospera Credit Union and as he was giving me a little wave to thank me for stopping another

car coming towardsme raced through thecrosswalk. He missed theman in the wheelchairby approximately 4 feet.I realize as a pedestrianyou have to pay attentionto traffi c both ways butthis driver had plenty oftime to stop but clearlywas not paying attention.Th is is not the fi rst timeI have seen close calls oncrosswalks, just the mostrecent.

Th e time has come tolook at building a bypassfor traffi c driving throughour town. Don't wait forsomeone else to be hit, doit now for the sake of ourresidents.

Jack van Dongen

Time to consider highway bypass

Morgan will be going to the Canadian Young Speakers Program in Toronto.

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Deschenes ends competitive career after two final relays

Local swimmer competes at provincialsBarry Stewart FOR BLACK PRESS

Aft er 10 years of competitive summer swimming, Rachel De-schenes is calling it a career.

Th e 20-year-old third-year geophysics student at the Uni-versity of Calgary got her start in the sport when she was in Grade 3, swimming for the temporar-ily revived Hope Otters. When the club went into hiatus in 2006, Deschenes switched to the Agas-siz-Harrison Aquanauts – then back to the Otters for 2010 – and back down-river for the 2012-2014 seasons. She served as assis-tant coach of the Aquanauts for the past two years.

Aft er drilling her students all season, Deschenes said, the tide was turned on her.

“Th e students like to see the coaches swim, so I put myself in two Div. 7 (age 17-20) relays and the 50-fl y at the summer region-als,” said Deschenes. “I had very, very, very limited training!”

Th e relays were the 200-med-ley and 200-freestyle.

“In order for the relays to go to the provincials, you have to fi nish top-two. For individuals, it’s top-three,” she explained. “Our med-ley fi nished second and our free-style was third – and I fi nished second in the fl y at the regionals.

“At the provincials in Kam-loops, our medley came in 12th and I fi nished 13th in the fl y.”

Putting on her coaching hat, Deschenes was still beaming about the success of one of her swimmers, who had struggled with disqualifi cations this year.

“Hebrina McInroy swims in my division and we had worked all summer to get her to the point of swimming without getting a DQ — and she earned a bronze (in the 50-fl y) at regionals.

“At Kamloops, I stayed in the water while Hebrina fi nished. I was at the wall, screaming for her to fi nish — and she came in 15th in the province. She was so

thrilled!”Refl ecting on her swimming

career, Deschenes’ said her big-gest regret was taking a year off in Grade 11.

“Swimming is time-consum-ing … but the year I took off , I hated it. I had nothing to do,” she recalled. Speaking as a swim coach: “When you see kids with the same amount of passion you had when you started, it makes having no summer worth it.”

Deschenes knows that she’ll have to make some changes in her post-swimming life.

“When you’ve done some-thing for 10 years, it’s hard to break the habit. Div. 8 is the end of the line, ‘open’ category,” said Deschenes, “but next summer, I’m staying in Calgary. I need to think about getting a job in my fi eld.”

Th at decision will also bring changes for her student of the last two years, Nicola James, of Dog-wood Valley. Th e two are family

friends and would oft en make the drive together to the two or three weekly training sessions.

Ten-year-old James started in Agassiz in 2013 and said her best event is the 50-backstroke.

“She has a strong kick and natural timing,” said her coach. “Lots of swimmers don’t have the connection between the legs and arms, like Nicola does.”

James went to the provincials last year, swimming the back-stroke leg in the Div. 5 medley relay – competing against girls aged 13 to 15.

Th is year, she was on the young end of her division and did not get any qualifying times for the provincials. Her takeaway was personal improvement, which should help her 2015 season when she’ll be one of the older swimmers in her division.

James notched 14 personal-best times this year and was hon-oured by her club with a com-memorative ribbon.

Sports

Earlier this month, Rachel Deschenes (left) wrapped up 10 years of competitive swimming – the last two of which included coaching Nicola James. Both swimmers com-peted for the Agassiz-Harrison Aquanauts. James recorded 14 personal best times this season.

BARRY STEWART / BLACK PRESS

The Agassiz Harrison Ladies Golf club met two weeks ago to play the final round of their club championship. The club championship was won by Arlene Wallwin while Oona Whelan picked up the trophy for the Tyro division. Bette Querin won the low net with a score of 34.

Golf champions

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Th e Harrison Paddle Sports year end fun day paddle is taking place Sunday, Sept. 14, and the public is invited to take part.

Aft er a successful second year of paddling outrigger canoe and dragonboat the club is

inviting anyone interested in trying these two paddling sports to their year end wrap-up paddle party.

Th e location is Rendall Park at Harrison Lake (east of the boat

launch) and the fun starts at 10:30 a.m. and runs until 3 p.m. Th e Crusaders dragonboat team and the Optimist Eagles team will be on hand for short paddling sessions.

Th is year, Harrison Paddle Sports has been sponsored by Th e Village of Harrison, Optimist Club of Chilliwack, Th e Elks Club, Great Canadian Oil Change and Chilliwack Engine & Auto Repair. For more information, visit harrisonpaddlesportsclub.com.

Th e All For Fun, Fun For All (AFFFA) Harrison Tennis Tournament will take place this Sunday, Sept. 14.

Registration is onsite at Spring Park at 8 a.m. Doubles play will begin at 8:15 a.m. A season wrap-

up party to follow on Marguerite Island at 5 p.m.

All ages and levels are welcome to compete in the annual Harrison Tennis Club's Tournament. For more information, contact Pauline at 604-796-8868.

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Public Notice is given to the electors of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs that nominations for the offices of:

Mayor – 1 person to be electedCouncillors – 4 persons to be elected


By hand, mail or other delivery service:Harrison Hot Springs Village Office495 Hot Springs Road Harrison Hot Springs, BC V0M 1K0

From: 9:00 am Tuesday, September 30, 2014To: 4:00 pm Friday October 10, 2014

(Excluding statutory holidays and weekends)

By fax to: 604-796-2192


From: 9:00 am Tuesday, September 30, 2014To: 4:00 pm Friday October 10, 2014

Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents must be received by the Chief Election Officer by:

4:30 pm on Friday October 17, 2014

Nomination forms are available at the front reception of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs Office from Friday, August 22, 2014 to the close of the nomination period.


A person is qualified to be nominated, elected, and to hold office as a member of local government if they meet the following criteria:

Canadian citizen;18 years of age or older on general voting day Saturday, November 15, 2014;resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; andnot disqualified under the Local Government Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding the office, or be otherwise disqualified by law.

LIST OF REGISTERED ELECTORS

Beginning September 30, 2014, until the close of general voting for the election on Saturday, November 15, 2014, a copy of the list of registered electors will be available for public inspection, at the Harrison Hot Springs Village Office located at 495 Hot Springs Road, during regular office hours, Monday to Friday, excluding statutory holidays. Before inspecting the list, a person must sign a statement that they will not inspect the list or use the information included in the list except for the purposes of Part 3 – Electors and Elections of the Local Government Act.An elector may request that their address or other information about them be omitted from or obscured on the list of electors.

OBJECTION TO REGISTRATION OF AN ELECTOR

An objection to the registration of a person whose name appears on the list of registered electors may be made in accordance with the Local Government Act until 4:00 pm on October 10, 2014.An objection must be in writing and may only be made by a person entitled to be registered as an elector of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs and can only be made on the basis that a person whose name appears on the list of electors has died or that a person whose name appears on the list of electors is not qualified to be registered as an elector of the Village of Harrison Hot Springs.

FURTHER INFORMATION on the foregoing may be obtained by contacting:Debra Key, Chief Election Officer 604-796-2171

Barbara Ten Bos, Deputy Chief Election Officer 604-819-5845

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Th e trouble is, many fi rst-time homeown-

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Keeping receipts for everything that you pur-chase will enable you to accurately keep track of where your money is going each month so that you can review and make necessary changes to your plan on an ongo-ing basis.

Examine all areas of your life from entertain-ment to the type of food

you buy, where you buy your food and clothes, and how and where you travel. Also look at your spending personality and make necessary adjust-ments. Are you a saver, a splurger, a spontaneous shopper or a hoarder? Become smarter with your money and avoid impulse buying.

If you fi nd you’re spending a lot of money in one area, such as en-tertainment for instance, set aside a reasonable amount each month and prepare to stop spending money in this area once your budget has been ex-hausted.

Budgeting provides you with the opportu-nity to re-evaluate your needs and wants. Do you

really need the maga-zine subscriptions, the gym membership and all the other things you may spend money on each month? Although everyone needs some “me time” to wind down, could you not get that by taking a walk or reading a good book you bor-rowed from the library?

If you can set your budget solidly in place before you head out home or mortgage shop-ping, you will be far more prepared to pur-chase your fi rst home.

Following are three top tips to help you pre-pare for the purchase of your fi rst home: 1. Set up a savings ac-

count. You can deposit a predetermined amount into this account each pay period that you will not touch unless it’s abso-lutely necessary. Th is will enable you to put money aside for a down pay-ment and cover closing costs, as well as address ongoing homeownership expenses such as mainte-nance, taxes and utilities. 2. Save up for big-

ticket items. As you ac-cumulate money in your savings account, you

will be able to also savefor specifi c purchasesto help furnish yourhome – avoiding thebuy now, pay later men-tality, which can have anegative impact on yourcredit when you’re seek-ing mortgage fi nancing. 3. Surround yourself

with a team of profes-sionals. When you’re get-ting ready to make yourfi rst home purchase,enlist the services of alicensed mortgage pro-fessional and a real estateagent. Th ese experts areinvaluable to you as youset out on the road tohomeownership becausethey help fi rst-time buy-ers through the homepurchase and fi nancingprocesses every day. Th eywill be able to answer allof your questions and setyour mind at ease.

A mortgage profes-sional has access tomultiple lenders, andcan help you get pre-ap-proved for a mortgage soyou know exactly whatyou can aff ord to spendon a home before youhead out house hunting,while a real estate agentwill be able to matchyour needs with a houseyou can aff ord. Bothparties will negotiate onyour behalf to ensure youget the best bang for yourbuck. And, best of all,these services are typical-ly free. Th ey will also beable to refer you to otherreputable professionalsyou may need for yourhome purchase, includ-ing a real estate lawyerand home appraiser.

Barbara Ten Bos is amortgage professionalwith Dominion LendingCentres. She is providinga monthly column aboutmortgage options, forpublication in Th e Ob-server.

Email her at [email protected] orcall 604-819-5845.

Community

BARB TEN BOS

Mortgage Options

Th e Agassiz DartLeague is lookingfor new players.Registration is onSunday, Sept. 14 from3 pm. to 5 p.m. at theRoyal Canadian Legion.League play starts Oct. 2,at 7:30 p.m. Exhibitiondart games start Sept.25 at 7:30 p.m.

For information,phone Jack Kramer at604-796-2347.

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Fox Run hits the road SundayIt’s the Terry Fox (walk, stroll, ride or jog)

Run this Sunday with 2km, 5km and 10 km routes to choose from.

Everyone is welcome to walk, ride a bike, push a stroller or wheelchair, or run. Dogs are also welcome, and organizers say they’ll even be giving treats to your four-legged compan-ions.

Th ere will be free refreshments, music, a hot-dog BBQ (by donation to the Terry Fox

Foundation), Terry Fox T-shirts for sale and a certifi cate for each participant.

New this year, will be plenty of door prizes and cheerleaders to help you keep going along your way.

Th ere is no entry fee, and no minimum pledge. Participants can donate if they like, or raise pledges or collect pledges on-line. Eighty-four cents of every dollar raised goes directly to the Foundation for cancer research.

Th e Run starts at Cheam Village (1525 MacKay Crescent, Agassiz) at 10 a.m. with registration 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Terry’s dream was to run across Canada to raise money for cancer research. Tragically, he died before he saw his dream realized but you can be part of his dream and have a place in his “Marathon of Hope”.

For more information please call Sam Nel-son at 604-796-9687.

Community

'B' is for bingo: Lions ready for weekend at Agassis Fall Fair

FROM THE LIONS' DEN

Th at familiar cry will ring out again this year at the Agassiz Fall Fair when the Lions start calling numbers at 5 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 12.

Fun and games is what the fair is all about, and the Lions bingo tent is sure to give that and more. Th ere can be anxious moments waiting for that one fi nal number that lets you holler BINGO! But…

the caller cannot seem to fi nd it. Is it even in the box in the fi rst place? Th ese are some of the fi nest thoughts of the avid bingo player. Where can you have more fun for a dollar and help support your community at the same time?

Speaking of fun, remember

that nutty caller from last year? Well, SHE’S BAACK! And

she may even have a few surprises up her sleeve or

on her hat. Come and fi nd out for yourself, but be prepared to

spend a buck or two for a chuckle or two and

a chance to win that big $10 game prize.

Make a bee line for the Lion's Bingo tent along Pioneer Ave. just beyond the tasty chicken BBQ. Th at’s our usual spot. We’ll be the big tent with all the tables and your friends and neighbors with the navy blue T-shirts. Come try your luck with us on Friday from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m., and Saturday from noon until 5 p.m.

See you at the fair!

SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 78 (FRASER-CASCADE) 2014 SCHOOL TRUSTEES ELECTIONS


QUALIFICATIONS FOR OFFICEA person is qualifi ed to be nominated, elected, and to hold offi ce as a School Trustee if they meet the following criteria:- is a Canadian citizen;- is 18 years of age or older on general voting day November 15, 2014;- resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are fi led; andnot disqualifi ed under the School Act or any other enactment from being nominated for, being elected to or holding offi ce as a trustee, or be otherwise disqualifi ed by law;For further information, please contact:Natalie Lowe-Zucchet, Chief Election Offi cer 604-869-2411Eldie Smith, Deputy Chief Election Offi cer 604-869-2411Natalie Lowe-ZucchetChief Election Offi cer

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Trustees (7 total)3 - Agassiz-Harrison Electoral Area3 - Hope Electoral Area1 - Canyon Electoral Area

will be received by the Chief Election Offi cer or a designated person, as follows:

By hand, mail or other delivery service: District Education Offi ce, 650 Kawkawa Lake Rd, Hope, BC V0X 1L4From 9:00 am September 30, 2014 to 4:00 pm October 10, 2014 excluding statutory holidays and weekends.By fax to: 604-869-7400 By email to: [email protected] From 9:00 am September 30, 2014 to 4:00 pm October 10, 2014

Originals of faxed or emailed nomination documents must be received by the Chief Election Offi cer by 4:30 pm on October 17, 2014Nomination Forms are available during business hours from August 22, 2014 at:

District Education Offi ce, 650 Kawkawa Lake Road, Hope, B.C.District of Kent Offi ce, 7170 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz, B.C.Harrison Hot Springs Village Offi ce, 495 Hot Springs Road, Harrison Hot Springs, B.C.

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According to statistics on the anticipated changes in Canada’s population, the number of peo-ple aged 65 or more could dou-ble in the next 20 years. In the eastern area of the Fraser Val-ley, seniors already comprise over 20 per cent of the total population.

Th is demographic shift will bring unprecedented, complex challenges in personal fi nance,

employment, mobility and transportation, housing, health and illness… as the baby boom generation moves into old age. In 2012, the District of Kent completed a process to defi ne the key areas of focus to ensure this community is “age-friend-ly” so that it can help seniors maintain healthy, active, and productive lives.

For the fi rst time, the com-munity will be hosting a Se-niors Health and Wellness Fair on Th ursday, Sept. 18 at Cheam Village from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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all, a free lunch for those who register. Th e number to call if

you intend to attend the lunch is 604-796-8891.

But, even if you can-not come for lunch, you are invited to at-tend one or all of the day’s sessions. Cur-rently, it is expected that aft er the 10 a.m. opening remarks, the Fitness Center will

do a demonstration, to be fol-lowed by Workplace B.C. at

10:30 a.m., the Seniors Ad-vocate at 11 a.m., lunch at 12 p.m., ICBC at 1 p.m., and the R.C.M.P. At 1:30 p.m. Th e day will close with a 2:30 p.m. pre-sentation by a local physician who will address issues specifi c to the seniors population.

Seniors themselves and so-ciety in general benefi t from positive and active aging. For seniors, an active lifestyle can prolong independence, extend participation in the labour force and the community, help man-age chronic illnesses and pre-

vent poor health. Positive andactive aging also has a positiveimpact on Canadian society.Seniors also play an importantrole in the economy throughparticipation in the workforceand as consumers. Seniorsmake a signifi cant contribu-tion to the community throughvolunteer work and support tofamily and others. Attendanceat the Seniors Health and Well-ness Fair may provide you withthe information and sources ofresources to help you age posi-tively.

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76 VACATION SPOTS

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

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. Web-site WWW.TCVEND.COM.

LOCAL Craft Manufacturing Com-pany looking for reliable people to hand make crafts and jewelry from home. Training provided in the Low-er Mainland at no cost to you. Un-limited earning potential. Please leave your Name and Number only at 604-826-4651 or email us at [email protected]. We respond to ALL calls and messagesin priority as quickly as possible.

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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

EXPERIENCE is an asset - We of-fer FREE recruitment services for people aged 45 and over across Canada. Register now at: www.thirdquarter.ca or call toll-free: 1-855-286-0306.

5 IN MEMORIAM

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EMPLOYMENT ............................. 102-198

BUSINESS SERVICES ................... 203-387

PETS & LIVESTOCK ...................... 453-483

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

REAL ESTATE ............................... 603-696

RENTALS ...................................... 703-757

AUTOMOTIVE .............................. 804-862

MARINE ....................................... 903-920

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14 Agassiz Harrison Observer, Thursday, September 11, 2014

blackpress.ca abbynews.com

Multi-MediaJournalist

The Abbotsford News, a bi-weekly publication serving more than 45,000 homes, has an opening for a full-time, multi-media journalist.

Candidates will have outstanding and diverse writing abilities, including a fl air for narrative. Advanced photography and video skills will be key attributes, along with a strong grasp of social media best practices (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), a passion for online journalism, and an understanding of how to tailor content accordingly.

The successful applicant for this entry-level position will be a key contributor to the print product, while bringing creativity and innovation to our web-based branding.

You should have a diploma/degree in journalism, and/or related experience. Knowledge of basic Photoshop, iMovie and InDesign is a must.

You’re a critical thinker, with keen attention to detail, and the ability to work well under deadline pressures.

The Abbotsford News is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private, independent newspaper company, with more than 150 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii.

Those interested should submit a resume, writing and photography samples, and a cover letter to:

Andrew Holota, EditorThe Abbotsford News34375 Gladys Avenue,Abbotsford, B.C. V2S2H5or e-mail [email protected]

Deadline for applications is Sept. 12, 2014.All interest is appreciated, however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

blackpress.ca bclocalnews.com

The Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows News – a twice-weekly publication in the Metro region of B.C. – is looking for a multimedia journalist to fi ll a year’s leave of absence.

We are looking for someone with dynamic writing and reporting skills who is adept with electronic media formats, possesses photography and video prowess, as well as creative layout expertise, knowledge of CP style, is a self-starter and manages time effectively.

Knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign and iMovie, as well as experience with a content-management system, is a must, and the successful candidate will have a keen understanding and interest in online storytelling tools and social media best practices.

Applicants should have a diploma in journalism or a related fi eld. Experience is an asset.

The Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows News is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private, independent newspaper company, with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii, and online operations with more than 250 websites.

Deadline for applications is Friday, Sept. 12, 2014.

Send your application to:Mike Hall, editorMaple Ridge-Pitt Meadows News22611 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge, B.C., V2X 3K1or email [email protected]

Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Journalist

Multi-Media Journalist

The award-winning Chilliwack Progress has an opening for a multi-media journalist.

The successful candidate for this four-day-a-week position will have diverse writing capabilities, including experience writing hard news. Advanced photography and video skills will be key attributes, as well as excellent time management.

An ideal applicant will have a strong grasp of social media best practices (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), a passion for online journalism, and an understanding of how to tailor content accordingly. We are looking for someone who will be a key contributor to the core print product, while bringing creativity and innovation to our web-based branding.

Knowledge of basic Photoshop, iMovie and InDesign is a must.

Candidates should have a diploma/degree in journalism, or a related field.

The successful candidate will show keen attention to detail, work well under deadline pressures, and be willing to learn in a fast-paced environment.

The Chilliwack Progress is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private, independent newspaper company, with more than 150 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii.

Those interested should email a resume, writing samples and a cover letter to:[email protected] for applications is Sept. 13, 2014.Thank you to all who apply. Only thoseselected for an interview will be contacted.No phone calls please.

ProgressThe Chilliwack

08/14F_CP29

WATCH-PERSON REQUIRED For a marina/parking lot facility at the south

end of Pitt Lake, road accessible.• Required to be at site on a continuous basis;

accommodation is provided• Must be in good physical condition• Must have ability to complete minor repairs to facilities:

buildings, light plant, water system• Must have valid B.C. driver’s license and reliable vehicle

Competitive Wage Offered!Interested persons can forward their resumes by email:

[email protected] or by fax: (604) 581-4104


109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

MANAGERIAL POSITIONS We’re growing on Vancouver Island! If you have multiple years’ experience in a mana-gerial role in the grocery business and want to join an innovative & creative group then we would love to hear from you.We offer exceptional bene-fi ts, Group RSP and many

other incentives.Please send your resume

to: Lyall Woznesensky [email protected] Director Professional

Development.

130 HELP WANTED


114 DRIVERS/COURIER/TRUCKING

Located in Agassiz, requires a Casual Bus Driver

with an unrestricted class 4 driver’s license, clean driv-

er’s abstract and online (vul-nerable adult) criminal

record check. If you enjoy working with seniors, please call 604-796-3886 for more info or send your resume to

[email protected]

115 EDUCATION

Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca

130 HELP WANTED


115 EDUCATIONMEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Em-ployers have work-at-home posi-tions available. Get the online train-ing you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: Career-Step.ca/MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

124 FARM WORKERS

Seasonal F/T Green House Farm Workers

Position includes harvesting and crop work, as well as general maintenance. Must be hard work-ing, physically fi t and reliable & able to work independently, han-dle heat and humidity, follow the food safety program and have no allergies. Starting wage is $10.25 /hr. No experience necessary.Email resume to: [email protected]

or fax to: 604-796-3643Cheamview Greenhouse

1501 Johnson rd., Agassiz BC

130 HELP WANTED


130 HELP WANTED

An Alberta Oilfi eld Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)723-5051.

CONSTRUCTION SITEIn your NEIGHBOURHOOD

Req: Carpenters, HelpersLabourers, CSO’s/OFA’s

TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hrWork Today, Daily or Weekly Pay

Apply 9AM to 2PM at:118 – 713 Columbia Street

New West 604.522.4900


130 HELP WANTED

[email protected] 780-542-6739

[email protected] 780-542-6739

TUG SKIPPER Full time senior & junior positions available. Minimum Limited Master <60GT Certifi cate required. Apply via email:[email protected] or by fax: (250) 974-5216


130 HELP WANTED

.Now Hiring drivers, mechanics. [email protected]


134 HOTEL, RESTAURANT,FOOD SERVICES

Food ServiceWorker

required at Valleycare, a senior care centre located in Agassiz. Qualifi ed applicants will assist in food prep, serv-ing meals, and general clean up. Must be able to work in-dependently and/or as part of a team. Experience an as-set. Food safe level 1 re-quired. Casual and perma-nent positions available.

Please email resume to:[email protected]

of fax 604-796-3844

156 SALES

HEAVY EQUIPMENT SALES OPPORTUNITY

Thirty years, an industry leader of heavy equipment is seeking an energetic, reliable & experienced self starter to join our exciting growing sales team. The Sales Representative will maintain and develop an existing diversifi ed client market and also prospect potential customers and rentals and sales of heavy equipment. Crane and or heavy equipment knowledge is an asset. Auto Cad experience a plus. Competitive Compensation

Package Offered!If you are interested in this

exciting & unique opportunity, please forward your resume by fax: 604.599.5250 or via e-mail

[email protected]

130 HELP WANTED

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This is a seasonal full time position in various areas. All applicants must carry a valid class 3 w/air or higher

Applicants will be required to participate in physical labour as well as driving activities.

Verifi able snowplowing experience will be an asset. Please email/fax resumes before September 22, 2014

and include current drivers abstract to:

[email protected]

Fax: (604) 794-3863

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WINTER ROAD MAINTENANCE WORKERS


160 TRADES, TECHNICAL

ABBOTSFORD contracting compa-ny looking for an EXCAVATOR OP-ERATOR. Minimum 3 years operat-ing experience. Must be fl exible, able to work independently and have own transportation. Must be willing to do manual labour and op-erate other machines if necessary. Email resume [email protected].

Commercial Transport& Diesel Engine

MechanicsRequired for Cullen Diesel Power Ltd. and Western Star and Sterling Trucks of Vancouver Inc. Positions available in Surrey. Cummins, Detroit Diesel and MTU engine exp. considered an asset. Factory training provided.

Union Shop - Full Benefi tsFax Resume: 604-888-4749

E-mail: [email protected]

LOEWEN Welding Mfg., Abbots-ford, looking for experienced weld-ers/fi tters with 3 or more years of experience, work week is Mon.-Thurs. 10 hrs. a day, fax resume to 604-826-6051 or [email protected]

164 WAREHOUSE

SURREY Pallet Repair Company Looking for: Forklift Operators (2), Repair Station Persons (must be able to lift 25lbs - 4 people needed). Wages $17-$20 depending on exp. Near Scott Road Skytrain. Apply in person 12184 Old Yale Road. or email : [email protected]. CAR POOL from Abbotsford available

PERSONAL SERVICES

*PIANO *Violin *Viola *Theory Rudi-ments. 4 yrs teaching exper. call Hilda @ 604-796-2617

182 FINANCIAL SERVICESAre You $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a signifi -cant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB.

1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Cred-it / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

130 HELP WANTED

PERSONAL SERVICES

182 FINANCIAL SERVICES

LARGE FUNDBorrowers Wanted

Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime1-800-639-2274 or

604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

190 MEDICAL HEALTH

BENEFIT GROUP - Suffering from a Disability? The Canadian Govern-ment wants to give you up to $40,000. For details check out our website: www.disabilitygroupcana-da.com or Call us today toll-free 1.888.875.4787.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

260 ELECTRICAL

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

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

287 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. 1-800-573-2928

300 LANDSCAPING

329 PAINTING & DECORATINGNorthstar 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, Effi cient & Quality Paint. 778.344.1069

“

ABOVE THE REST “Interior & Exterior Unbeatable

Prices & Professional Crew.• Free Est. • Written Guarantee

• No Hassle • Quick Work • Insured • WCB

778-997-9582

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

130 HELP WANTED

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland

604.996.8128 Fraser ValleyRunning this ad for 10yrs

PAINT SPECIAL3 rooms for $299,

2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls

Cloverdale Premium quality paint.NO PAYMENT until Job is

completed. Ask us about ourLaminate Flooring &

Maid Services.

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofi ng & Siding. WCB

Re-roofi ng, New Roof Gutters & Replace Fascia 604-812-9721

.A East West Roofi ng & Siding Co. Repairs, new roofs, torching, gutter services. 10% off. 604-783-6437

356 RUBBISH REMOVAL

362SECURITY /

ALARM SYSTEMS

We Service all Makes• ADT’s, DSC’s, Brinks

& all others• Medical & Fire• Free* Alarm Systems

604-792-8055 / 854-8055

378 VACUUMS

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

BLUE GOTTI PIT BULLS: litter of 7, 3 left. $899 & up. Price to be de-termined by dog markings. 6 weeks old (604)701-2920

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

GOLDEN RETRIEVER (with eye & hip cert.) and silver pug available for stud service for pick puppy back (ethical people only need respond) 604-820-4827

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604-856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

PETS

477 PETSLAB GERMAN Shepherd Rottie cross pups, 6 females @ $545.00 ea, 4 males @ $495.00 ea, nice assortment of colors, Great family pets, vet checked, de wormed. 8 weeks old phone 604-864-1004

Specializing in reasonably priced SMALL BREED puppies. 604-300-1450. trugoalpuppies.com

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

523 UNDER $100

Hoover Canister Vacuum; includingPower Head, Accessories, Bags, & Manual $75.00 Call 604-796 -0906

560 MISC. FOR SALE

ELECTRONIC cigarettes provide an alternative to traditional tobacco products. www.customejuice.ca

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

STEEL BUILDINGS...”GIFT-CARD GIVE-AWAY!” 20X22 $4,358. 25X24 $4,895. 30X30 $6,446. 32X32 $7,599. 40X46 $12,662. 47X72 $18,498. One End wall In-cluded. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

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.

563 MISC. WANTED

FIREARMS. All types wanted, es-tates, collections, single items, mili-tary. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Deal-er.1.866.960.0045.www.dollars4guns.com.

STAMPS. DO you have stamps but are not a collector? Want to sell? Email: [email protected]

REAL ESTATE

609 APARTMENT/CONDOS

BEAUTIFULLY FURNISHED ON LAKE OKANAGAN Turn-key, luxu-rious, immaculate, 1000 sq. ft. con-do in West Kelowna. 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms with fabulous amenities: private beach, marina, pools and so much more! $325,000. Call 250-826-4267

627 HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOMES BC• All Prices • All Situations •

• All Conditions •www.webuyhomesbc.com

604-657-9422

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDO

Bridal Falls. 2 bdrm apt shared laundry, gas F/P. Utilities, ba-sic cable included. NS, NP. References required. $825/m +1/2mo DD. (604)794-7876

DISCOVER BEAUTIFUL AGASSIZ

T. Marlowe Manor1755 - #9 Hwy, Agassiz(Under new Management)

Spacious and bright 1 bdrm....$600/m.

Also, new construction, condo quality l bdrm...$650

and 2 bdrm...$799/m

Prkg, coin laundry, elevator & balcony, 5 min walk to all

conveniences. Available now.Call 604-703-3405

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDO

HARRISON - Studio Apartment, Nice quiet & safe building, suitable for single person. Newly renovated, $595 & $625/month includes utilities. Call 604-819-6422

715 DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

Agassiz - Large 3 bdrm 1/2 duplex with 2 bdrm in lower suite. Avail. immed. $1300/mo. 1/2 mo.dd. 604 795 0189

736 HOMES FOR RENT

AGASSIZ- 7454 Arbutus Dr. Geo Thermal Heat Rancher for rent 2bdrm, + den, 2 full bath. 5 app, db. car Garage. Quite area, well landscaped, very good cond. Avail. Nov 1 $1350/mth plus de-posit. Ref. req. call 604 796 3680

Harrison Hot Springs - 3bdrm rancher, attach. gar, 1.5 Bath, wood fp, private yrd, open concept, 15min wlk to beach, avail Oct 1, $925/mo 604-819-4353 or 604 491 8535

HOPE, 1 bdrm house in country setting on outskirts of Hope, F/S, N/S, small pet OK. $650/month. Call (604)860-5500

747 RV PADS

Rosedale. RV pads available. $420/month + hydro. Cable & Wifi avail. Laundry facilities onsite. Washrooms open year round. RV storage @ $75/mo available. call 604-794-7361

TRANSPORTATION

810 AUTO FINANCING

Auto Financing Dream Team - www.iDreamAuto.com or call 1.800.961.7022

Auto Loans Guaranteed or We Pay You! 1-888-375-8451 or apply at: www. greatcanadianautocredit.com

TRANSPORTATION

830 MOTORCYCLES

1988 - Honda GL1500 MotorbikeFREE to a responsible personContact: [email protected]

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVALAAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

pick a part

The Scrapper

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

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES! 2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

TRANSPORTATION

851 TRUCKS & VANS

2005 - Chevy 1 ton truck, good rubber, 103000 mi, c/w tommy lift, $9500 obo 604-869-1130

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES

Abbotsford

30255 Cedar LaneDL# 31038 604-855-0666

2002 PONTIAC SUNFIRE2 dr, auto, a/c, power lock. STK#564 $2,495.2003 HONDA CIVIC4 dr, auto, full load. STK#615$2,900.2007 DODGE CARAVAN7 psgr, auto, fully loaded. Only this week! STK#546. $3,900.2003 TOYOTA COROLLA4 dr, sedan, auto, a/c, p/locks. STK#613. $4,900.2006 PONTIAC MONTANA7 passenger, auto, loaded STK#554. $5,900.2007 DODGE CALIBER, 4 dr, auto. STK#602. $5,900.2004 FORD EXPLORER 4 door, 4X4, auto, 7 passenger, fully loaded, STK#470 $6,900.2005 HYUNDAI SANTA FE AWD, 4 dr, auto, only 140km, STK#371. $8,900.2009 DODGE AVENGER, 4dr fully loaded. STK#532. $8,900.2009 JEEP COMPASS, 4 dr, auto. STK#606. $10,900.2010 NISSAN SENTRA, 4 dr, sedan, auto, full load. ST#609. $11,900.2008 CHEV 1500 LT. Crew cab, 4 X 4, auto, short box, ful-ly loaded. STK#600. $16,900.2009 FORD F150. Super crew 4dr, auto, 4 X 4, loaded. STK#492. $16,900.

33166 South Fraser WayDL# 40083 778-908-5888

1999 VW JETTA 4 dr auto, fully loaded. STK#619. $3,900.2003 FORD FOCUS 4 dr, au-to, Aircared, STK#545, $3,900.2002 FORD EXPLORER 4X4, auto, full load. ST#585 $5,900.2007 DODGE Caravan 7 psgr, Aircared, STK#524 $5,900.2003 HONDA ACCORD 2 dr, auto, full load, ST#586 $6,900.2007 FORD FUSION 4 door auto, loaded, A/cared, ST#321 $6,900 2007 KIA RONDO 4 dr, auto, 7 psgr, leather, runs good, STK#424. $10,900.2009 TOYOTA COROLLA 4 dr sedan, loaded. No trade. STK#504. $10,900.2006 FORD F350 XLT quad cab, 4X4, auto, diesel, only 156K STK#17. $12,900.2010 DODGE JOURNEY 4 dr, auto, loaded, 7 psgr. ST#428. $13,900. 2007 FORD F350 XLT Crew cab, diesel, 4X4, auto, short box only 162K. STK#126. $14,900.2007 FORD F350 LARIAT crew cab, diesel, 4 X 4, auto short box. STK#275. $16,900.

Financing Availablewww.keytrackautosales.ca

Warehouse LienIn the matter of the

Warehouse Lien Act:Agassiz All Storage, located at: 7651 Industrial Way, Agassiz, BC and Malia Eaton of the last known address of: 10140 Nelson Rd, Rosedale, BC,V0X 1X2; for unpaid rents totaling $405.98. If this amount is not paid on or before September 18, 2014 the unit contents will be sold by public auction at a later date to settle unpaid rents.


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