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A city hall agreement guaranteeing the Abbotsford Heat a break-even budget will see local taxpayers footing a bill for more than $450,000 for the AHL team’s inaugural season.

HEAT BILL:$450,637

Public subsidy of hockey team higher

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A2 Abbotsford News I Saturday, November 20, 2010

Abbotsford Police BoardYou are invited to attend the Abbotsford Police Board meeting on Tuesday November 23, 2010 at 12:00 pm at the Abbotsford Police Department - 2838 Justice Way, Abbotsford.

Snow & Ice ControlThe goal of the City’s Snow and Ice Control Program is to maintain travel routes where there is snow and ice on roads and restore mobility for the traveling public. Our roads are classi ed:

• rst priority (high volume and strategic arterial and collector roads, and major access roads to hillside areas);

• second priority (remaining arterial, hillside areas and collector routes); and

• third priority (remaining roadways not identi ed as rst and second priority).

First priority roads are maintained until conditions are under control subject to worker/equipment availability and weather. Only then are resources redirected to second priority routes and subsequently third priority routes. The City of Abbotsford operates three anti-icing units (tanks containing sodium chloride solution) on four-lane roads and rural priority roads. The units are used to spray road surfaces before and during a storm. Anti-icing helps keep roads ice free and improves snow removal.

The City does not remove snow and ice to bare pavement conditions. The public is encouraged to use caution, and wherever possible, park vehicles off the streets. Abandoned vehicles or vehicles obstructing roadways will be towed and towing costs will be the responsibility of the vehicle owners. Also, please do not plow snow from private properties onto the public roadways.

For more information, please contact the Engineering Operations Division at 604.853.5485.

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Please direct inquiries to Keith Martin, Manager, Roads & Sanitation, at 604-853-5485 or [email protected].

Notice of Trans-Canada Highway Detour — Clearbrook Road InterchangeThere will be night-time closures of the Trans-Canada Highway (TCH) at the Clearbrook Interchange between November 15 and up to November 26 to permit the demolition and removal of the old bridge over the highway. Traf c on the TCH will be detoured around the Clearbrook Road Interchange from 9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. according to the following tentative schedule:

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Budget 2011

The City Manager’s budget message will return next week, November 27, 2010.

www.abbotsford.ca/budget2011

The draft Capital Budget for 2011 will be presented to Council on Monday, November 22, 2010 at 2:00 pm. The public is invited to attend.

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Student teacher pleads guilty

Police want six new officersVikki HOPESAbbotsford News

Abbotsford needs an ad-ditional six police officers to maintain the city’s drop in crime recorded this year, says the city’s deputy police chief in charge of administration.

“The last thing we want to do ... is watch it (the crime rate) go back up again,” said Len Goerke.

City council has ap-proved in principle the hiring of six new officers and one civilian employee for the Abbotsford Police Department (APD) in its 2011 operating budget. This represents two per cent of the 3.5 per cent tax increase already projected for local residents, with approximately $42 million allotted for police opera-tions.

The tax increase is ex-pected to hit 4.5 per cent after council considers a one per cent increase to its capital budget this Monday. The city is aiming to give final budget approval be-fore Christmas.

Goerke said the six of-ficers are proposed in the following areas: one each in the traffic and major crime units, and four in the patrol division (one for each shift).

He said the positions

will fill gaps left in the last couple of years when of-ficers were moved to areas identified as priorities by the APD.

Goerke said one detec-tive was moved from major crime to focus solely on serious domestic violence cases in order to provide better follow-up with vic-tims and a higher convic-tion rate.

Two detectives were dedicated to the issue of computer crime, including child pornography cases.

Thirteen officers were transferred to the gang suppression unit, which formed in April in re-sponse to the number of gang-related homicides and other violent crimes in Abbotsford.

But while the city re-corded drops in almost all crime categories from 2008 to 2009 and a 20 per cent re-duction overall in criminal offences, there have been areas where improvement is needed, Goerke said.

One of these is in the

traffic unit, which has re-corded 13 vehicle-related fatalities so far this year. In all of 2009, there were six.

He said hiring another of-ficer for the traffic division will increase enforcement and reduce offences.

“We believe, as an orga-nization, that deterrents work. People will drive more safely if they are con-cerned that they will get a ticket.”

Goerke said the four offi-cers for the patrol division will increase the “discre-tionary” time that police have when they’re not re-sponding to calls.

“When they have that time to get out of the car and walk through a park or visit a bar or drive around an industrial area looking for suspicious cars, they’re more likely to prevent crime and detect it quickly and apprehend the people who are responsible.”

The new positions are ex-pected to be filled late in 2011 or early 2012, Goerke said.

Also as part of the police budget, a civilian human resources clerk will be hired, and a new radio sys-tem – the digital E-Comm – will replace the current analog system. E-Comm is expected to be fully opera-tional by July, Goerke said.

A former student teacher at Rick Hansen Secondary pleaded guilty Wednesday in Abbotsford provincial court to luring a child and invitation to sexual touching.

Corey Jordan Hamade, 28, next appears in court on Feb. 21 for a pre-sentence report, which helps the judge learn more about the accused, including employment, family support and education. Sentencing often takes place the same day.

Hamade turned himself in to Abbotsford Police on June 24. He had been at Hansen Secondary from February to April of this year doing a practicum toward a University of B.C. education degree.

On May 31, the Abbotsford school district contacted police immediately after receiving a complaint of inappropriate conduct involving a 15-year-old female student.

Police said the investigation revealed contact with the student had been made by social networking sites, online conversations and a web camera.

Hamade, who graduated from W. J. Mouat Secondary before going on to play football for UBC, has no previous criminal history.

Meanwhile, two other similar cases in Abbotsford are also still before the courts.

Brian William Davis, 22, next appears in court on Dec. 6 for an arraignment hearing. He was charged in August with sexual interference involving a 15-year-old

girl. Davis was a student in the kinesiology and physical education program at University of the Fraser Valley when he did a volunteer practicum at Abbotsford Collegiate in April.

He allegedly befriended a girl and continued the relationship outside of school on a social networking site, through text messages and in person. Police allege the two were together physi-cally on April 3.

Last year, Martin Careen, a teacher at St. John Brebeuf Regional High School, was charged with

invitation to sexual touching and communicating via a computer to lure a child under 18. It is alleged that Careen, 51, sent inappropriate text messages to a 17-year-old female student.

His trial began in September and resumes in New Westminster Supreme Court on Jan. 11.

Abbotsford Police maintain that they have taken a bite out of crime, and need six new police officers to avoid losing those gains.

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SCHOOLGROUND-BREAKING

A ground-breaking ceremony for the renovation and expansion of Abbotsford Collegiate takes place Monday afternoon.Work has been underway since the summer on parts of the property to prepare it for construction. The ground-breaking signifies the start of construction on the new school, neighbourhood learning centre and library. Those attending include MLA John van Dongen, Mayor George Peary and Cindy Schafer, chair of the Abbotsford board of education. The event is not open to the public.

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City staff are asking for a one per cent tax hike for the capital budget. Council will meet on Monday at 2 p.m. to debate the request and give it approval in principle. If council agrees, that will bring the total tax hike for 2011 to 4.5 per cent. Council previously gave approval in principle for a 3.5 per cent increase to the operating budget.

NewsBytesTaxpayers feel the HeatTeam gets nearly half a million dollars to cover shortfall

Global controls half of hockey revenueKevin MILLSAbbotsford News

The Abbotsford Heat met budget in ticket sales, according to Lane Sweeting, one of the team owners.

Based on the number of tickets sold, he said the club should have met its commitment to at least make the break-even point.

However, corporate sales were not as strong.“People have to realize that ticket sales are actually a

small portion of the total revenue,” he explained.And when it comes to corporate sales, Sweeting said the

Heat “have no control over it.”Prior to the team’s arrival in Abbotsford, city hall al-

ready had a deal in place with Global Spectrum, giving it control of corporate sales, Sweeting said.

“We inherited that arrangement.”That gave Global Spectrum the right to sell corporate

suites, advertising and other corporate sponsorships.“We only control 48 per cent of our revenue stream. The

city’s agent (Global Spectrum) controls the rest.”That’s a key reason for the supply fee agreement with the city,

which will cost taxpayers more than $450,000 this year.While corporate sales were not up to expectations, Sweeting is

still optimistic about the partnership.

“To defend them (Global Spectrum), they did have a very dif-ficult task, especially in an Olympic year.”

Sweeting said there was little time between the announcement of the team and the start of the season to attract corporate spon-sors and many had already committed funds to the Olympics.

“We are seeing an improvement this year,” he said.Sweeting acknowledged that had the team sold more tickets, the

shortfall would not be as large as it is.“If someone had told me two years ago that an AHL

franchise would only generate $5.3 million in revenue I wouldn’t have believed it. We never thought we’d do less than $5.7 million,” said Sweeting.

A Global Spectrum representative could not be reached by press deadline Friday.

Heat club president Tom Mauthe said the announcement of the first season deficit won’t affect his focus.

“What we do here is run the business. We have nothing to do with the on-ice product. Our mandate is to grow the

business,” said Mauthe.He and his staff of 20 had a busy first year. During the inaugural

season, the Heat made 100 community appearances in an attempt to get the name and logo into the community.

Continued on A6

Kevin MILLSAbbotsford News

Abbotsford’s new AHL hockey team will cost taxpayers $450,637 for the last season.

Under a supply fee agreement made public in March, the city guaranteed the Abbotsford Heat a break-even budget, up to a maximum amount of $5.7 million annu-ally for 10 years.

In its inaugural year, the Heat’s regular season revenue was $5,054,783. A playoff run into the second round earned the squad an additional $194,580 for a total revenue of $5,249,363, almost half a million dollars short.

“Why are we paying that? Because we are building a business,” explained city man-ager Frank Pizzuto.

According to a city report, the deficit is a result of lower than expected commer-cial sponsorship, and attendance short of what was predicted.

“Those were the biggest factors,” con-firmed Pizzuto.

The $450,000 price tag

is considerably higher than the $275,000 figure projected in March. At that time, hopes were high that a long play-

off run would decrease the amount the city had to pay.

However, that didn’t occur.

“Both commercial and attendance projec-tions (for the remain-der of the season) were too high. We also

thought attendance at playoff games would be higher,” Pizzuto acknowledged.

Hosting a playoff series also adds to the costs, as well as gener-ating revenue.

Commercial income includes board adver-tising, on-ice and scoreboard ads, and other business sales. Pizzuto said many companies plan their advertising a year in advance so money may not have been avail-able, considering the sudden appearance of the team.

Little time was available between the announcement of the new team in April of 2009 and the start of its first season in September.

Commercial sales have been higher so far this season, but attendance figures are down in the short term.

The Heat are draw-ing an average of 2,839 fans per game through their first 10 home games this season. That’s 28th out of 30 teams in the AHL.

The Abbotsford Heat will receive more than $450,000 from taypayers for its inaugural 2009 season, as part of a break-even budget agreement with the City of Abbotsford.

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Continued on A7

Bacon case proceeds to Supreme Court

Vikki HOPESAbbotsford News

The Supreme Court of Canada has granted an oral hearing to consider overturn-ing a B.C. Court of Appeal decision from March that ordered

a new trial on drug and weapons charges against Jonathan Bacon of Abbotsford and two others.

Approval for the hearing was granted today (Thursday), but a date has not yet been set for the matter.

The “leave for appeal” application was filed to oppose the new trial for Bacon, Godwin Cheng and Rayleene Burton.

At their first trial in June 2008 in Abbotsford provincial court, Judge Donald Gardner dismissed the charges. He ruled that police searches of the trio’s vehicles and a Winfield Drive home

were not properly con-ducted and breached their charter rights.

That deci-sion was appealed by federal Crown prosecutors in February of this year. The B.C. Court of Appeal issued their ruling in March, saying that Gardner erred in dis-missing the charges

and a new trial was warranted.

The Supreme Court of Canada – the nation’s high-est court and the last judicial resort – will now determine whether the new trial should proceed.

A c c o r d i n g to court documents, police observed about 15 transactions over

a one-week period in August 2005 involving the transfer of pack-ages between vehicles and the townhouse occupied by Bacon and Burton.

Police also said they observed Bacon and Cheng transferring packages between vehicles and driving to a meeting point on Aug. 4.

Among the items allegedly found in Cheng’s vehicle were

marijuana, meth and ecstasy pills, cocaine, $2,600 cash and cell-phones.

Shortly after, Burton was stopped in her vehicle and police seized $88,000, the court documents indi-cate.

A subsequent search of the Winfield Drive townhouse turned up marijuana, cash, four firearms, a bullet-proof vest and a police uniform.

B.C. Court of Appeal decision to be reviewed

Their next two games at the AESC are against the Manitoba Moose (Nov. 26-27), the Vancouver Canucks’ farm team. It’s expected those will be near-sellouts, bringing the attendance average up to about 3,600, and 23rd place in the league.

However, that figure is still below last sea-son’s mark as the team averaged 3,897 per game.

Pizzuto looks at the 10-year deal and sees potential.

“We are very confident that this will be suc-cessful.”

While the agreement guarantees the team a break-even budget, it also includes revenue-sharing with the city.

If the team makes a profit, the first $200,000 goes to the city as a rental fee for the arena. Any profit after that is divided 60/40 between

the Heat and the city.Originally expected to be released in the

summer, last year’s budget numbers were con-tinuously delayed.

Pizzuto said figures were submitted months ago, but ongoing discussions occurred.

“There were some disagreements on what constituted revenues and what didn’t.”

Now that the numbers are public, Pizzuto maintains the city has to move forward.

A team was needed for the arena to have any chance of making a profit, he said.

In its first full year of use, the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre ran an operating deficit of $2.6 million. A successful hockey team would help lower that cost.

Pizzuto pointed out that the arena creates spin-off benefits, such as 300 full- and part-time jobs.

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An Open Letter to Anglicans from Bishop Michael Ingham

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Dear Friends in Christ:

Last Monday the British Columbia Court of Appeal dismissed the legal action brought against the Diocese by individuals in four of our parishes.

My hope and prayer is that this will bring to an end a sad and unnecessary dispute.

When our Diocesan Synod voted for the third time in 2002 to bless committed, faithful same-sex relationships we made it clear that such permission was optional and not mandatory. No one has ever been required to act against their conscience in this matter. Our Diocese welcomes people of differing convictions. My desire has always been that we should respect one another and continue to serve the mission of God together.

The matter brought before the Court was not about sexuality nor the truth of the Gospel. Rather, litigants sought to take possession of diocesan buildings and assets after they had removed themselves from the Anglican Church of Canada. The Court of Appeal refused this request, as did the B.C. Supreme Court in 2009.

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reached in accordance with our own procedures and customs, and that the civil courts should not be used to determine church doctrine.

Churches are sacred places. They hold precious memories. The lives of our parents and children are celebrated and remembered here. They are spaces where our deep human longing is met by the eternal Gospel of Jesus Christ. No one should have to choose between their faith and their church.

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He and his staff of 20 had a busy first year. During the inaugural season, the Heat made 100 community appearances in an attempt to get the name and logo into the community.

More than $100,000 was raised by 50/50 draws and donated to local hockey programs in the community.

“It’s all about promoting and growing a busi-ness . . . you have to work hard and be patient and grow into the community,” said Mauthe.

The first year provided many challenges. Corporate sales did not go as well as anticipated, and while he would not release actual figures, Mauthe said ap-proximately 2,000 season tickets were sold, including half-season and other multi-ticket packages.

“That’s a really nice base for year one.”

Overall, the team averaged 3,897 peo-ple per game.

The second season appears to be simi-lar to the first. Corporate sales are bet-ter than last season, but attendance so far has dropped.

But none of that is a surprise to Mauthe.“We have seen nice growth in corporate sales.

Last year we were selling a logo. We had no im-ages, nothing.”

They were selling a new team in a new league to people who knew little about the American Hockey League (AHL).

“We had to educate people.”This year the team has acquired some new

corporate partners, including Telus, Rona and Honda.

“Last year, Rona was an Olympic partner,” said Mauthe.

On the ticketing front, Mauthe said they have had a high renewal rate, but many fans are choosing smaller packages.

Some season ticket holders are opting for half season packs or 10-game packs.

“In the first year people are all pumped up about a new team. But it’s hard for a consumer to go to 40 games a year,” he said.

While the Heat’s season opener attracted more than 5,000 fans, the following games saw crowds begin to shrink. So for this season Abbotsford is

averaging 2,839 fans per game, more than 1,000 less than last year’s average.

“We knew the first eight games were going to be tough.”

Four of the games were held on a Monday or Tuesday and teams like Rochester don’t garner a lot of fan inter-est.

Next weekend, the Manitoba Moose, farm team of the Vancouver Canucks, will come to town and sell-outs are ex-

pected.In fact, Mauthe said the Heat are running

a promotion to attract interest in 12 specific games. Called the Big 12, the promotion high-lights a specific night to generate larger crowds and improve overall attendance.

The next one is set for Dec. 10 when a teddy bear toss promotion is scheduled to raise funds for charity. There is also a New Year’s Eve game that they are actively promoting.

“It will take time. The AHL is high quality hockey. Eighty per cent of today’s NHLers came from the AHL.”

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Was it worth $450,000 to have an AHL team in

Abbotsford last season?

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Gritty optics for year one of new arena

Nearly half a million dollars.That’s how much me and thee will be

paying for the privilege of having the Heat call Abbotsford home.

I never was keen on the concept of my tax dollars subsidizing a private hockey club, in a civic facility (for which we’re also paying dearly).

I don’t like it any better now, and I suspect there are a good number of people out there who feel likewise.

The Heat owners cut quite a deal to move the AHL team here. The city guarantees the club $5.7 million in annual revenue. If it falls short, taxpay-ers pick up the difference.

At the end of the fi rst year, the tab is $450,637.

That’s about $175,000 more than what was projected back in March. And it took about fi ve months longer than initially promised to get that fi gure out.

Apparently, city hall and the Heat were wrangling over the fi gures.

Attendance was shy of initial projec-tions, but according to owner Lane Sweeting, the Heat were in the ballpark to break even on budgeted ticket sales.

Ultimately, the team’s corporate revenue – such as advertising income – was much lower than expected.

So far this fall, attendance is below last year’s marks, but corporate sales are better.

Be patient, say team and city manag-ers. This is a work in progress – an exercise in business building.

Indeed. And on the positive side, if you consider the Heat generated $5.3 million of its overall $5.7M budget in the fi rst year, that’s a pretty decent start for any new major business, particularly considering the recent economic climate.

By comparison, the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre didn’t fare nearly as well.

Year one of the new facility had a few bright points like the Christian concert opener, Reba, and Alan Jackson.

However, overall, the centre’s perfor-mance as a revenue generator was ane-

mic, resulting in a $2.6 million operat-ing defi cit – covered by taxpayers.

Originally budgeted to have 80 non-hockey events annually, the AESC had a small fraction of that, with virtually none in the past four months.

The economic meltdown last year

defi nitely hurt the entertainment busi-ness. Promoters across the continent cancelled tours, and/or downscaled schedules. No one could have seen that coming.

It also didn’t help that the Olympics was in B.C., owning the world stage.

However, it can’t be comfortable in the corporate offi ces of Global Spectrum, the company which is paid

$500,000 a year to run the arena for the City of Abbotsford.

More than half of the Heat’s rev-enues – such as corporate sales – are also Global’s responsibility, and that’s the key factor in the Heat budget short-fall.

There is a performance clause in the city’s contract with Global, and I suspect the city is ready to throw the switch next year if the numbers don’t get a whole lot better.

As it sits, taxpayers are paying about $4 million per year in debt interest and amortization costs on the $85-million loan for Plan A facilities, dominated bythe AESC.

Then there’s $2-million-plus in arena red ink, and $450,000 in Heat subsidy. Add Global’s bill of half a million, and you have a public commitment of morethan $7 million in year one of this mighty undertaking.

It’s pretty gritty political optics for what you could alternately call an investment in the future – or a long-shot gamble.

Either way, the reality is that we can’t fold our cards and leave the table.

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The idea that the chamber has put forward is sim-ilar in scope to what the city is already doing. They have created an economic opportunity to draw new business and development here. They have made it both easy and affordable to build and develop new

properties. This creates employment for people that live here, allowing them to continue to pay for their homes. It is not a question of business versus every-

body else. It’s a question of developing more busi-ness, and creating a bigger tax base to draw from.

Doris Woodman-McMill

I don’t think it’s about freezing one sector or another, I think it’s about raising taxes period.

Services to much if not all parts of the entire tax base has increased but the services themselves have not improved or increased. If it’s playing catch-up,

then do it in amounts that parallel the COLA. In many cases it may have decreased. If covering

salary increases of city workers, then do the right thing and freeze that part of the budget.

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Bringing lawsuit against church not a moral issueThere has been a

lot of indignant ig-norance lately about a local church being sued after there oc-curred on its premises an accident that led to multiple and expen-sive injuries.

The church is simply being sued in order to recover costs that it created for the public by its negligence. We taxpayers have to pay those medical costs.

The key legal concept here is simple negli-gence. There is no sug-gestion of “moral tur-pitude” by the church. Negligence requires no turpitude at all. Likewise there is no suggestion of “illegal activity.”

The relevant leg-islation is British Columbia’s Health Care Cost Recovery Act. It is Bill 22-2008, passed by our demo-cratically elected pro-

vincial government. The HCCRA is valid law from our political masters. Every lawyer practising personal injury law knows it.

St. Paul orders us to respect our masters. Our provincial gov-ernment is our demo-cratic masters. Some of the people griping about a church being sued likely voted Liberal. Jesus says, “Render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar’s.” Health care costs recovered from a church or anyone else certainly are Caesar’s.

Other provinces have legislation like the HCCRA. So do the Americans. This law is the basis of the multi-million dollar law-suits against cigarette companies for selling products that lead to illnesses for which the government must

pay hospital costs. Yet selling cigarettes is not an illegal activity. Instead, selling ciga-

rettes leads to health care costs, and so does having a defective floor in a church.

In less time than it takes a Christian to gripe, anyone can re-search the masses of

information that the Internet offers on the HCCRA. Thou shalt not bear false witness

against thy democrat-ic, cost recovering leg-islation.

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Bus systemneeds improvingBuses in Abbotsford don’t run as often as they

should. Some of them run only every hour, and some just stop running at 6 p.m.

Like the one to Huntingdon – it stops after 6 p.m. I get it – not enough people take it after a certain time, so why continue that bus route? Well, maybe because some people are at work during that time, and won’t be off until later.

Why can’t we have more than one or two buses running back and forth on their routes? If we did, we would only have to wait 15-20 minutes as opposed to a half hour to an hour.

Why do buses stop running at 9 or 10 p.m.? Why not midnight, or 1 a.m.? Some people work until those times, and they are screwed because the bus system we have is terrible. So, people are stuck walking, biking, taking taxis or whatever they have to do just to get home.

Sundays, for some reason, bus runs stop extra early, just for the inconvenience of others. Why Sunday? Why does the day matter?

I’ve heard many complaints about the Abbotsford transit, but I doubt many people actually get up and say something about it.

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Investing in our futureKevin MILLSAbbotsford News

“This is where business wants to be.”

That’s the message Mayor George Peary delivered to the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce membership Thursday afternoon.

In a “year in review” style speech at the monthly lun-cheon, Peary t o u c h e d on topics including the O l y m p i c s , crime and city develop-ment.

“It’s won-derful to have developers come into my office saying how impressed they are with our team,” he said.

Citing success stories, he pointed to companies like Golden Valley Foods, which is expanding its egg grading facility, and Polygon Homes, which has begun the first phase of what will eventual-ly be 500 townhome units in the Blueridge and Townline road areas.

Building in Abbotsford

is ahead of last year’s pace and once the approximately $150-million High Street shopping centre project (on Mt. Lehman Road across from the Fraser Valley Auto Mall) is processed, Abbotsford could “double last year’s numbers.”

“People want to invest their dol-lars here,” said Peary.

Infrastructure improvements to both the C l e a r b r o o k and McCallum Interchanges and airport improve-ments will also help attract busi-ness interest.

“We basically, folks, have a brand new air-port and a new terminal built from the inside out,” said Peary.

He also addressed the issue of crime, complimenting the police on an outstanding job.

He pointed to Operation Lodestar – a program that raises awareness among parents and youth about the danger of gang life – as a step

forward for the community.“We have had fewer than

half the number of murdersthis year than we did last.

“I’m not proud to be themayor of the murder capitalof Canada,’ he said, callingthe moniker unfair consid-ering the improvements

that haveoccurred.

O v e r a l l ,Peary said lifein Abbotsfordis good andthe futurebright. Andhe said he hasthe data toprove it.

A c c o r d i n gto an IpsosReid poll con-ducted for thecity earlierthis year, 95

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“We often hear from theother five per cent.

“One person speakingmakes more noise than 1,000who are quiet,” said Peary,who may not agree with hiscritics, but said he respectstheir right to speak out.

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Dunach families soldier on,preparing for school closureVikki HOPESAbbotsford News

Parents of Dunach Elementary received a letter this week from the Abbotsford school district, ask-ing them to select their top three choic-es for schools they would like their chil-dren to attend next September.

The letter follows the decision by the board of education on Monday night to permanently close the school – located at the corner of Downes and Mt. Lehman roads – on June 30, 2011.

Angie Appenheimer, who has two sons at-tending Dunach, said parents and students are still reeling from the decision.

“This closure rep-resents a tremendous loss. We are all in the process of grieving,” she said.

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Parents have been told that district staff will work with them over the next few months in making the transition to new schools.

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Wiebe’s novels include Peace Shall Destroy Many (1962), First and Vital Candle (1966), The Blue Mountains of China (1970), The Temptations of Big Bear (1973), The Scorched-wood People (1977), The Mad Trapper (1980), My Lovely Enemy (1983), A Discovery of Strangers (1994), and Sweeter Than All the World (2001).

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More B.C. residents are turn-ing to local food banks to help make ends meet.

Nearly 95,000 people in the province used food banks in March, up five per cent from a year earlier, the national Hunger Count survey by Food Banks Canada shows.

Many B.C. food banks this year reported having to take unusual steps to meet the grow-ing demand – such as cutting their hamper size, contacting other food banks for help or making special public appeals for donations.

“Very few have said they’ve turned people away, or closed early or not opened,” said Surrey Food Bank executive director Marilyn Herrmann,

who also is a director on Food Banks B.C. “We’re all trying very hard to keep those things from happening.”

Also notable, she said, is an increase in the number of two-parent families coming for food, in contrast with the stereotype of a single parent struggling to feed the kids.

The annual Hunger Count found 11 per cent of B.C. recipi-ents are working and earning a paycheque but still need sup-port.

Forty-four per cent are on social assistance.

Another 6.2 per cent of those assisted in B.C. were seniors and 19.5 per cent were aborigi-nal.

Children make up 30 per cent of those who benefit.

Herrmann said the slow eco-nomic recovery is being felt in

the Lower Mainland, but the impact is worst in Interior areas such as Revelstoke, Salmon Arm and 100 Mile House.

“The rural food banks are being hit so, so hard,” she said. “Many industries and busi-nesses are shutting down and many of their donors are now becoming clients of the food banks.”

Even affluent areas are expe-riencing higher demand in part because of the higher cost of housing.

Nationally, 867,000 people used food banks in March, a nine per cent increase from a year earlier.

Food Banks Canada wants Ottawa to embark on a poverty prevention and reduction strat-egy and put more money into affordable housing, child care and the child tax benefit.

The Abbotsford Community Services Food Bank has been steadily increasing its service levels since 2000.

It is one of the province’s oldest, having been established in 1983, and is now the fourth largest in B.C. with 7,000 clients per month.

Director Dave Murray started at the food bank in 2000, and at that time it served 800 clients per month.

Murray said the rapid increases coincide with skyrocketing property prices in Abbotsford.

“Affordable housing is a big part of it,” he said. “People are spending up to 70 per cent of their income on rent, and

then they have bills, so the firstthing to go is food.”

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The Alzheimer Early Memory Loss Support group, for people liv-ing with a diagnosis,

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Scotiabank at 33217 First Ave. in Mission holds a bake sale to benefit the Senior Animals in Need Today Society. The event runs from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 26.

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Accomplished Learning Centres Ltd.,a Langley learning centre that specializes in cognitive tutoring, is expanding to Abbotsford, where it will operate in the basement of Central Heights Church.

The program is especially suitable toschool-aged children who are struggling in school because of ADHD, dyslexia/reading problems, auditory processing deficits, autism or learning disabilities.

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While that’s been a welcome turn of events for the Kootenay Ice keeper, it’s been bad news for WHL shooters. Lieuwen has been lights-out this sea-son – his three shutouts are tied for the league lead, his 2.25 goals against average is third-best, and he owns a flashy 11-2-0-1 record.

The success is especially sweet in light of the adversity Lieuwen’s walked through in his junior hockey career. Simply being able to hit the ice with his team is something the 19-year-old goalie isn’t about to take for granted.

“Coming into the league when I was 16, I had big dreams, big plans, and things didn’t unfold the way I thought they would,” he acknowledged during a phone interview this week. “But I think it’s taught me a lot of patience, and to take hold of the opportunities I get.”

Lieuwen’s pedigree as a hockey pros-pect is purely blue-chip.

He was the first goalie picked in the 2006 WHL bantam draft (16th overall by Kootenay) after backstopping the Abbotsford Hawks to the first Western Canadian bantam AAA title in the histo-ry of the local minor hockey association.

He’s also represented Canada inter-nationally – in the summer of 2008, he was the goaltender of record as Team Canada won gold at the Memorial of Ivan Hlinka under-18 World Championship in the Czech Republic. His teammates included such future NHLers as Taylor Hall (Edmonton Oilers), Evander Kane (Atlanta Thrashers) and Matt Duchene (Colorado Avalanche).

But that tournament was merely a short reprieve between concussions for Lieuwen. His first one came in September of 2007, when he was the passenger in a single-vehicle rollover. Lieuwen was knocked out of the Kootenay lineup once again in January 2009, after a Calgary Hitmen forward ran him over and he hit

his head on the goalpost.He went from being the WHL’s top-rated

draft-eligible goalie in November of 2008, to going undrafted due to health concerns just seven months later.

The last concussion turned out to be a gift that kept on giving – the after-effects lasted into the 2009-10 season.

But Lieuwen kept working hard all the way along. When he arrived in Cranbrook as a 16-year-old rookie, he was a beanpole at 6’5”, 160 pounds. These days, he’s in the 195 range, adding an element of strength to his trademark size and athleticism.

The last couple seasons in Kootenay, Lieuwen split time with veteran Todd Mathews. This season, he’s the unques-tioned starter on one of the top teams in junior hockey – the Ice lead the WHL’s Central Division and are No. 8 in the Canadian Hockey League rankings.

“I get to come to the rink knowing I’m going to play,” he said.

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was able to go through those three years that were really hard,” he said. “The growth I made going through something that difficult makes this year all that much better. And it makes me that much better of a person going forward.”

Lieuwen is one of 12 Abbotsford nativescurrently playing in the WHL. For more on those players, visit abbynews.com.

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ealer f

or com

plete d

etails o

r call th

e Ford C

ustom

er Rela

tionshi

p Centr

e at 1-8

00-565

-3673.

*Cash P

urchas

e a new

2010 F

-150 S

uper Ca

b XLT 4

x4 / 20

10 Rang

er Spor

t Super

Cab 4x

2 / 201

0 F-15

0 Regu

lar Cab

XL 4x

2 / 201

1 F-250

Super

Cab XLT

4x4 fo

r $28,9

99 / $1

4,499

/ $18,9

99 / $3

8,999

after T

otal M

anufac

turer R

ebate o

f $7,50

0 /$6,

000 / $

6,500

/ $7,00

0 dedu

cted. T

axes pa

yable o

n full a

mount

of pur

chase p

rice aft

er Manu

factur

er Reba

te has b

een de

ducted

. Offer

s inclu

de fre

ight an

d air ta

x of $1

,500 /

$1,400

/ $1,50

0 / $1,

550 bu

t exclu

de var

iable c

harges

of lice

nse, fu

el fill c

harge,

insura

nce, re

gistrat

ion, PP

SA, ad

ministr

ation fe

es, any

enviro

nment

al char

ges or

fees, a

nd all

applica

ble tax

es. All

prices a

re base

d on M

anufac

turer’s

Sugge

sted R

etail P

rice. ‡

Receiv

e [$500

/ $1,0

00 / $1

,500 /

$2,000

/ $2,5

00 / $3

,000 /

$3,500

/ $3,75

0 / $4

,000 /

$4,25

0 / $5,

000 / $

5,500

/ $6,00

0 / $6

,500 /

$7,000

/ $7,50

0 / $10

,000]

/ [$500

/ $1,0

00 / $3

,500

/ $4,00

0 / $4

,500 /

$5,000

/ $7,0

00] in

Manuf

acture

r Rebat

es with

the pu

rchase

or lea

se of a

new [20

10] / [

2011] [

E-Serie

s / Foc

us S / F

usion

Hybrid

/ Explo

rer 4 d

oor, Tra

nsit Co

nnect /

Focus (

exclud

ing S),

Fusio

n S / F

usion

(exclu

ding S

and H

ybrid)

, Escap

e Hybr

id, F-3

50 – F

-550 C

hassis

Cab / E

dge SE,

Flex SE

/ Esca

pe (ex

cludin

g I4 Ma

nual an

d Hybr

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anger R

egular

Cab / E

scape

I4 Manu

al / Tau

rus SE,

Range

r Super

Cab XL

, Explo

rer Spo

rt Trac

/ Taur

us (exc

luding

SE) / R

anger S

uper Ca

b (exclu

ding X

L), Mu

stang,

Edge

(exclu

ding S

E), Fle

x (exclu

ding S

E) / F-1

50 Reg

ular Ca

b / Exp

edition

/ F-15

0 (exclu

ding R

egular

Cab)

/ F-250

- F-45

0 (exc

luding

Chass

is Cab)

] / [M

ustang

(value

leader

) / Tra

nsit Co

nnect/

Musta

ng V6

(exclu

ding V

alue Le

ader) /

F-150

Regula

r Cab (e

xcludin

g XL 4

x2), Ex

peditio

n / Mu

stang

GT / R

anger S

uper Ca

b (exclu

ding X

L), F-15

0 (exc

luding

Regul

ar Cab)

/ F-25

0 – F-4

50 (ex

cludin

g Chass

is Cab)

]. All S

helby

GT500,

F-150

Raptor

and M

edium

Truck m

odels a

re exclu

ded. ▼

Progra

m in e

ffect f

rom Oc

t. 1/10

, to Jan

. 3/11 (

the “P

rogram

Period

”). To q

ualify

for a F

ord Re

cycle Y

our Rid

e Prog

ram (“R

YR”) re

bate (“

Rebate

(s)”),

custom

er must

qualif

y for an

d take p

art in

either t

he “Re

tire Yo

ur Ride

Progra

m” de

livered

b ySum

merhil

l Impac

t with

financ

ial sup

port fr

om the

Gover

nment

of Can

ada, or

Summ

erhill I

mpact

’s “Car

Heave

n Prog

ram”. T

o qual

ify for

the “R

etire Yo

ur Ride

Progra

m”, wh

ich off

ers $30

0 cash o

r rebat

e on th

e purc

hase o

f a 200

4 or ne

wer ve

hicle,

custom

er must

turn in

a 1995

model

year or

older v

ehicle

in runn

ing con

dition

(able t

o start

and m

ove) w

hich h

as been

proper

ly regi

stered

and in

sured

for the

last 6

month

s (12 m

onths i

n B.C.)

to an

author

ized rec

ycler. To

qualif

y for th

e “Car H

eaven

Progra

m”, cu

stome

r must

turn in

a 2003

model

year or

older v

ehicle

in runn

ing con

dition

which

has be

en reg

istered

and

insure

d for th

e last 6

month

s to an

autho

rized re

cycler.

If a cus

tomer q

ualifie

s for Ca

r Heave

n or Re

tire Yo

ur Ride

, Ford o

f Canad

a (“For

d”) wil

l provi

de an

additio

nal Re

bate, w

ith the

purch

ase or

lease o

f an eli

gible n

ew 20

10/201

1 Ford o

r Linco

ln vehi

cle, in

the am

ount of

$1,000

CDN [Fo

cus (ex

cludin

g 2011

S), Fu

sion (e

xcludin

g 2011

S), Mu

stang

(exclu

ding S

helby

GT500

and 20

11 Valu

e Leade

r), Tra

nsit Co

nnect,

Ranger

(exclu

ding 2

011 XL

)], $2,

000CDN

[Tauru

s (exclu

ding 2

011 SE)

, Escap

e (exclu

ding 2

011 XLT

I4 Ma

nual),

Edge (e

xcludin

g 2011

SE), Fl

ex (exc

luding

2011 S

E), Exp

lorer (e

xcludin

g 2011

Base m

odels),

Sport

Trac],

or $3,0

00CDN

[F150

(exclu

ding R

aptor a

nd 201

1 Regul

ar Cab

XL 4x2

), F250

-550, E

-Series

, Exped

ition, M

KZ, MK

S, MKX,

MKT, N

avigat

or] (ea

ch an “

Eligible

Vehicle

”). Reb

ate am

ount m

ay be u

sed as

a dow

n paym

ent or

receiv

ed as c

heque

from F

ord, bu

t not bo

th. Tax

es paya

ble be

fore R

ebate a

mount

is dedu

cted. R

YR Reb

ates ar

e availa

ble to

reside

nts of

Canada

only e

xcludin

g Nort

hwest

Territo

ries, Yu

kon Ter

ritory,

and Nu

navut.

Eligib

le Vehi

cle mu

st be p

urchas

ed, lea

sed, or

factor

y orde

red du

ring the

Progra

m Perio

d to qu

alify fo

r a Reb

ate. Re

bates c

an be

used in

conjun

ction w

ith mo

st reta

il consu

mer of

fers m

adeava

ilable b

y Ford a

t eithe

r the ti

me of

factor

y orde

r or de

livery,

but no

t both.

Rebat

es are r

ainche

ckable

. Rebat

es not a

vailab

le on a

ny veh

icle rec

eiving

CPA, GP

C, Com

mercia

l Conne

ction, o

r Daily

Rental

Rebat

es and

Comme

rcial Fl

eet Inc

entive

Progra

m (CFIP

). Limi

ted tim

e offe

r, see d

ealer f

or deta

ils or ca

ll Ford

Custom

er Rela

tionshi

p Centr

e at 1-

800-56

5-3673

. © 201

0 Ford

Motor

Compan

y of Ca

nada, L

imited

. All rig

hts res

erved.

◆Off

er valid

from O

ct. 1/1

0, to N

ov. 30

/10 (th

e “Offe

r Period

”). Cus

tomers

who p

urchas

e finan

ce or le

ase mo

st new

2010 o

r 2011 F

ord veh

icles an

d finan

ce thro

ugh For

d Cred

it, Cana

da wil

lrec

eive [$

1000]/

[$1500

] (the

“Offer

”) on 2

010 [Fo

cus/Fu

sion/F

usion

Hybrid/

Musta

ng (ex

cludin

g GT50

0)/ Tau

rus/Ra

nger/E

dge/Fl

ex/Esc

ape/Es

cape H

ybrid/

Explore

r/ Expe

dition

/Trans

it Conn

ect/E-

Series]

/[F-15

0(exclu

ding R

aptor)

/F-250

to F-5

50] an

d [$10

00]/[$

1500]

on 201

1 [Focu

s S/Fus

ion S/M

ustang

(exclu

ding G

T500)/

Taurus

SE/Ran

ger/Ed

ge SE/

Flex SE

/Escap

e I4 Ma

nual/E

xpedit

ion/Tr

ansit C

onnect

/E-Ser

ies]/[F

-150(e

xcludin

g Rapt

or)/F-

250 to

F-550]

(each a

n “Elig

ible Ve

hicle”

). The

new veh

icle mu

st be d

elivere

d and/

or fact

ory ord

ered fr

om yo

ur part

icipatin

g Ford d

ealer d

uring th

e Offe

r Period

. Only

one (1)

Offer m

ay be ap

plied to

wards

the pu

rchase

or lea

se of on

e (1) El

igible V

ehicle,

up to

a maxi

mum o

f two (2

) separ

ate Eli

gible V

ehicle

sales p

er cust

omer.

This of

fer is r

ainche

ckable

. This o

ffer ca

n be u

sed in

conjun

ction w

ith mo

st reta

il consu

mer of

fers m

ade ava

ilable b

y Ford o

f Canad

a at th

e time

of eith

er fact

ory ord

er or de

livery,

but no

t both.

This o

ffer is

not co

mbina

ble wit

h CPA,

GPC, C

FIP, FAL

S or Da

ily Ren

tal All

owanc

e incen

tives. C

ustom

er may u

se the

Offer a

mount

as a d

own p

ayment

or cho

ose to

receiv

e a reb

ate che

que fro

m Ford

of Can

ada, bu

t not bo

th. Tax

es paya

ble be

fore O

ffer am

ount is

deduc

ted.

bcford.ca

Everything you want is right here, right now only at your BC Ford Store or visit bcford.ca today.

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Plus qualifying customers can get

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A30 Abbotsford News | Saturday, November 20, 2010

Fri. November 26 10am-5pmSat. November 27 10am-5pmSun. November 28 12pm-4pmChristmas Craft Crawl

8th Annual Chilliwack mber 26 10am-5pmmber 27 10am-5pmember 28 12pm-4pm

Fri. SatSunraft Crawl

ChilliwackChris

8th

Greendale PotteryOpen Every Thurs., Fri & Sat. for Christmas Gift Ideas!We are pleased to be a stop on “Christmas Craft Crawl”

Shop for unique, colourful stoneware Potteryand stunning Crystalline-glazed Procelain!

42245 South Sumas Rd., Chilliwack (604) 823-6430www.greendalepottery.com

5843 Lickman Rd. (604) 846-4350

Hamels Fabrics invites you to join the fun of the“Christmas Craft Crawl”!

Shop online: www.hamelsfabrics.com

www.chilliwackcraftcrawl.cominfo at 604-823-6430

[email protected]

CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSEArrangements in Artifi cial and Fresh

Centerpieces, Swags, Wreaths, Gift Baskets & more!

RENEE HIGGINSON 604-858-9910 45980 HIGGINSON RD.

11/1

0F_C

CC

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Christmas gifts, home decor, Sophie Conran tableware, pine furniture, candles, jewelry and accesories!

home | garden | giftshome | garden | gifts

45657 Stevenson Rd. 604-858-7447 winkshome.ca

make it beautiful...make it beautiful...

Brimacombe House

Chilliwack River Valley Natural Honey Ltd.

8349 Chelmsford Pl. Chilliwack Mountain

Open year round. 43476 Adams Rd. 604-823-7400www.chilliwackhoney.com

Join us at our country store for great gift ideas. Pure beeswax candles, poured, dipped, & rolled. Gift baskets made with care for that special

person & of course taste all our natural honeys. ENTER OUR DRAW FOR A GREAT DOOR PRIZE!

• Great Selection of Finished Quilts• Guest Crafters featuring wonderful gift items • Gift Certifi cates for your favourite quilter• Beautiful Selection of Fabrics & Quilting Kits• Quilts for Feast Your Eyes On

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Open all year Thurs.-Sat. (11am-4pm)

soap • soy candles • bath & body

42537 South Sumas Rd.(604) 823-4461 rusticsoap.com

Brimacombe House is featuring blown glass, turned wood, silver jewellery, paintings, one-of-a-kind wearable silk art, as well as fruit cakes, syrups, and

jellies from our in-house bakery. The native art display will include drums, stone carvings, cedar hats, dream catchers, jewellery, beadwork, hand knitted

wool toques, painted boxes, art cards, and paintings.

Complimentary refreshments and door prizes at every stop

Grand prize draw

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

2 BIRTHS

4 FUNERAL HOMES

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affordable funeral service. Since 1961.

Ask about ourDignity® Estate Fraud Protection

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5 IN MEMORIAM

IN MEMORY OF SEAN LAWRENCE

PHILLIPSApril, 1990 ~ Nov. 20, 2007

to Sean

With you a part of me hath passed away,

for in the peopled forest of my mind,

a tree made leafl ess by this wintry wind

shall never don again it’s green array,

another, if I would, I could not fi nd,

and I am grown much older in a day

but yet I treasure in my memory your gift of charity,

and young heart’s ease,and the dear honour

of your amity,for these once mine

my life is richand I scarce know which

part may greater be,what I keep of you or you rob

from me.~George Santayana~

You are forever in our heartsWe miss you dearly.

Dad, Mom, Richard, Gillian and Mark

Call Today For Free Info Kit

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

5 IN MEMORIAM

One year of missing youJohn Martens

Mar 13, 1951 - Nov 22, 2009

You will be safe in His armscause the hands that hold

the worldare holding your heart.They are holding you...

and meThis is the promise He madeyou will be safe in His arms

Love Judy,Shawn, Devon and Danaand their little families

8 PLACE OF WORSHIP

Holy Communion

Sundays at 8:00 amSt. Matthew’s Church2010 Guildford Drive, Abbotsford (In the Parish Hall)Contact: The Diocese of New Westminster for more information - 604-684-6306www.vancouver.anglican.ca

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

21 COMING EVENTSBIRD MART 1 Day Only. Birds, bird supplies. Willoughby Hall, 8280 208th St. Langley. Sunday, Nov. 21. 10am-3pm. Admission $2. Table Rentals avail. (604)762-1742

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

21 COMING EVENTS

Mission Ukrainian Orthodox Church33059 Dewdney Trunk Rd

MONTHLY PEROGIE SALENov. 20th - 11am-3pmFollowed by DINNER

@ 5pm - 7pmPh: 820-9795 or 604-302-8008

33 INFORMATIONADD YOUR business on www.BCLocalBiz.com directo-ry for province wide exposure! Call 1-877-645-7704

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUSPhone 604-615-2911

040 INTRODUCTIONS

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Offers Progressive Services * Life Issues Consulting: - Career, Finances, Health

& Relationships. * Facilitating, * MediationFor appt call (604)792-1176

42 LOST AND FOUNDFOUND 1 GB CHIP full of baby pics, at Mission Hills Shopping Ctr, morning of Nov 15 or 16th, claim at Shopper’s Drug Mart.

FOUND: MOTORIZED BIKE . Call to identify 604-825-2095.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIESADD YOUR business on www.BCLocalBiz.com directo-ry for province wide exposure! Call 1-877-645-7704

Direct reach to BC Sportsmen and women...Advertise in

the 2011 BC Freshwater Fishing Regulations Synopsis, amazing circulation 400,000 copies, year long impact for your business!

Please call Annemarie at 1-250-480-3244 or email

fi [email protected]

FLORAL ARRANGING. Begin your own small business. Quality artifi -cial and dried fl owers, vases, rib-bons, books and more. Low prices. Must sell due to illness. Please leave message @ (604)820-4865.


PROGRAM MANAGERLeading edge Abbotsford compa-ny provides education to excep-tional children on the autism spectrum & family support. Exp. with children and post secondary education in a related fi eld. Tech-nical knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, & Power Point. Competitive salary paid travel, bonus. www.autismconsulting.ca

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Interested in a Real Estate Career?

Upcoming career night. For further information call

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[email protected] To reserve your spot call

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Is your job the right fi nancial vehicle to get you where you want to go? Attend a Career Night hosted by RE/MAX Little Oak

Date: November 24Time: 7:00 - 8:00p.m.

Location: ABC Restaurant32080 Marshall Rd.

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Quality Assurance Technician

Looking for an energetic, quick learner for a fast paced production plant. Knowledge in HACCP / GMP / Food safety an asset. To start right away. Afternoon shift. Extended medical after trial period.

Contact : [email protected]



TABOR VILLAGE

Tabor Village is a growing Campus of Care made up of Tabor Home, Tabor Court, and Tabor Manor. Our quality team provides our elderly with compassion and “Care from the Heart” in a Christian health care environment.

We are currently recruiting for casual Recreation Aides at Tabor Home and invite you to visit our website at www.taborvillage.org to view a detailed job description and instructions for submitting your application.

bcclassifi ed.comABBOTSFORD NEWS

PHONE: 604.854.6397 FAX: 604.853.6065 EMAIL: [email protected]

Abbotsford Arts Council

30th AnnualChristmas Craft Fair

Ag. Rec Building32470 Haida Drive

Fri. Nov. 26 12 noon – 9 pmSat. Nov. 27 10am – 5pm

Sun. Nov. 28th 10am - 4pm

Admission by DonationFood bank donations gratefully

accepted

COMMUNITY CRAFT & BAKE SALESaturday , Nov 20

9am-2pm Cartier Heights Clubhouse

32777 Chilcotin Dr. (off Gladwin Rd.)

Enjoy a coffee & a sweet while browsing!

16 CHRISTMAS CORNER

SENIOR THURSDAYS:

Receive 25% off on Apples, Cider & Apple Chips

Christmas Season SamplesFresh Baking, Cider

and Preserves

With ADMISSION TICKET* Petting Barn * Bunny Town* Covered Apple Cart Ride

*Santas Workshop

New Winter Hours: Nov 1st-Dec 23rd Thursdays - Sundays 10am-5pm.

*****COUNTRY STORE***** *Apples*Cider*Pies*Preserves*Mini Donuts (avail on wknds)

*Stocking Stuffers *Vintage Toys & Christmas Decor!

Come vist our Santa’s Workshop ...

& make it a family tradition!

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16 CHRISTMAS CORNER

CHRISTMAS on SOUTHRIDGESaturday, Nov 20th, 10am-5pm& Sunday Nov 21st, 11am-4pmGifts for Family & Friends36031 Southridge Place

Abbotsford

ERICA’S COUNTRY CRAFTS & QUILTS

OPEN HOUSE

Friday. Nov. 19th ~ 2 to 9Sat. Nov. 20th ~ 9 to 5

Quilts, table runners, ornaments knitting, cards, baking & decora-tions for your home.

Exit 95 South off freeway turn right on farm at:

1167 Whatcom Rd.

Hi Ho Come to the Fayre

Trinity Memorial United Church

G.F. Way (across from old Post Offi ce)

SATURDAY, NOV. 279 A.M. TO 2 P.M.

Pancake breakfast. Christmas baking. Crafts. Gifts. Knitting.

Soup & bun lunch

16 CHRISTMAS CORNER

INVERGLENSCOTTISH DANCERS

Christmas Bazaar

Sat. Nov. 20, 11-2 p.m.Garden Park Towers2825 Clearbrook Rd.

AbbotsfordFREE ADMISSION

Dance Performances at:

11:30, 12:30 & 1:30

Christmas Raffl e, Silent Auction, Touch & Take,

White Elephant, Baking & sweets, Tea room

www.inverglenscottishdancers.com

020 CRAFT FAIRS

Christmas Home Show

Sat, Nov 20 9am to 5pm

1893 Cole Rd, exit 99, Abbotsford.

Arbonne, Smart legs Hose, Epicure, Scentsy etc.

For directions call 604-855-7701.

Abbotsford News | Saturday, November 20, 2010 A31

Making funeral arrangements is a diffi cult task. As a funeral director, I can support my com-munity by offering a high level service. I will walk hand in hand with you, helping you make those diffi cult decisions.

Families will be informed of all their options in accordance with their wishes. Integrity and re-spect are our core values when making funeral arrangements.

Funeral arrangements are very personal. People can choose from a simple funeral to a per-sonalized funeral service. In the Indo-Canadian community it is important that tradition is fol-lowed within our culture. Plan-ning a funeral ceremony takes dedication and effort to provide a seamless experience. Hon-ouring a life is a privilege and we take great pride in providing that service to our families.

When arranging a funeral within our community the ser-vice needs to be co-ordinated with the family, Sikh Temple and Priest, funeral home and crematorium. Vital statistics in-formation of the deceased will be required for the registration of death. The family physician provides the medical certifi cate of death which in turn helps us produce the death certifi cate. Planning a meaningful service is what we do. All cultural customs and traditions will be honoured. We will take care of all the de-tails.

When a family places their loved one in our care we will turn a diffi cult process into a seamless experience. Dignity Memorial provides value to their families. We will make sure that every funeral we arrange is a unique tribute to a unique life that was lived.

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Bundle DriversThe Abbotsford News & Chilliwack Progress are looking for owner-operators to deliver bundles of newspapers to specific locations in Abbotsford,

Mission and Chilliwack.

Must be available early mornings Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Completion times are Tuesday, Thursday, Friday by 1:00 pm & Saturday by 6:00 am.

Pick up location is 34375 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford.

Minimum requirements are a reliable ¾ ton cargo van or 1 ton cube van.

Please submit a resume along with a picture of your reliable vehicle to:

Circulation DepartmentThe Abbotsford News34375 Gladys Ave. Abbotsford, B.C V2S 2H5or email [email protected]

Criminal record check is required.

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Bundle DriversThe Abbotsford News & Chilliwack Progress are looking for owner-operators to deliver bundles of newspapers to specific locations in Abbotsford,

Mission and Chilliwack.

Must be available early mornings Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Completion times are Tuesday, Thursday, Friday by 1:00 pm & Saturday by 6:00 am.

Pick up location is 34375 Gladys Ave, Abbotsford.

Minimum requirements are a reliable ¾ ton cargo van or 1 ton cube van.

Please submit a resume along with a picture of your reliable vehicle to:

Circulation DepartmentThe Abbotsford News34375 Gladys Ave. Abbotsford, B.C V2S 2H5or email [email protected]

Criminal record check is required.

We thank all those who are interested in this opportunity; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Required from May 1st through September 30th to manage and run the Blackberry Kitchen at Fraser River Heritage Park, 7 days a week, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., concert evenings Wednesdays and Fridays, and during special events. Additional opening times are negotiable. The successful applicant will be an independent operator, able to fund operations, inventory, and advertising. Equipment and liquor license in place. Site visit will be arranged. Terms to be discussed.

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111A CHILDCARESEABIRD ISLAND is seeking indi-viduals with a Speech and Lan-guage Assistance Diploma or those with a Diploma in a related fi eld for a full time positions within a Speech and Language Therapy Program. Contact 604-796-6814 or [email protected]



111A CHILDCARE

SEABIRD ISLAND is seeking a qualifi ed Registered Nurse to work as a Provincial Advisor for the Ma-ternal Child Health Program. Exten-sive travel throughout BC required. This is a part time contract position until March 31, 2011. Contact 604-796-6814 or humanresources @seabirdisland.ca

SEABIRD ISLAND is seeking quali-fi ed Early Childhood Educators, As-sistants and Support Workers for Temporary, Casual and Full Time positions in a variety of Early Childhood Programs. Contact 604-796-6814 or humanresources @seabirdisland.ca.

114 DRIVERS/COURIER/TRUCKING

LOCAL TRUCKING COMPANYrequires Super B drivers.

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Tributes to family and fr iends7 OBITUARIES

LeCLAIR,Erika Margaret (Willms)

1941-2010

Erika Willms LeClair was born in Abbotsford, BC on 1 March 1941 to Henry and Irma Willms, the third child in a family of eight. She grew up on her parents’ dairy farm on Judson Lake, surrounded by a large and loving extended family. Together with her fami-ly Erika attended South Ab-botsford MB Church, where as a teenager she was baptized and became a member. In 1960 Erika graduated from MEI. She studied Home Eco-nomics at UBC. Erika married Cecil LeClair, and they moved to Edmonton, where they had two children-a daughter and a son-who gave Erika much joy. In the early 1990s, Erika moved back to Abbotsford. She lived for several years in her grandparents’ former home on Huntingdon Road. Later she acquired a suite in the Garden Park Tower, where she lived until shortly before her death. Erika loved to cook and bake, and to share her creative gifts with family and friends. In recent years she happily instigated and hosted several family gather-ings. On 5 November, after a two-year battle with cancer, Erika left her much-loved home, and moved into the hospice in Mission, BC. On Sunday, 14 November 2010, while surrounded by her chil-dren and other family mem-bers, Erika passed quietly into the presence of the Lord Jesus Christ. Erika was pre-deceased by her parents, Irma Rempel Willms (2003) and Henry Willms (2007), and her husband, Cecil LeClair (2006). Erika leaves to mourn her two beloved children, daughter Eri-ka (Darren) Janzen, son Cecil (Galena) LeClair, four grand-children, fi ve brothers: Walter (Anne), Rudy (Christine), John (Mandy), Victor (Dorothy), Rick (Amy) and two sisters: Selma (Alan) Turner and Ma-rie Anne (Jake) Dick, together with many nephews, nieces, uncles, aunts and cousins. At Erika’s request, there will be no formal service. Family and close friends of Erika will share a memorial tea on Sun-day, 21 November 2010. The Willms and LeClair families are grateful to the doctors, nurses and staff at the Abbotsford Regional Hos-pital and the Christine Morri-son Hospice for the friendly and attentive care that Erika received during her illness and her last days among us.

7 OBITUARIES

LETKEMAN

Helen passed into the presence of her Lord on November 16, 2010 at the age of 93 years. She was predeceased by her husband Abraham in 1988, son Norman in 2006, son-in-law Gordon Knight in 2009 and by 11 siblings. She is survived by her loving family; children Doreen (John) Bell, Trudy Knight, Alverna (Sam) Stobbe, Deloris (Jan) Kamp; daughter-in-law Maureen Letkeman, 13 grandchildren, 22 great grand-children, 2 sisters Hilda Todd and Esther Molitar; 2 brothers Ed Reimer and Walter Reimer. A memorial service will be held on Monday, November 22nd at 1:00 p.m. in Woodlawn Funeral Home, 2310 Clearbrook Rd. Abbotsford.

Woodlawn Funeral Home(604) 853-2643

MARY DURVINJuly 3, 1921 - November 15, 2010

The family of Mary Durvin announces the gentle passing on November 15, 2010 of their Mom and Grandma at the Christine Morrison Hospice in Mission, BC. Remembering her kind and generous nature are her daughter Patricia of Coquitlam, sons Richard (Bev) of Calgary, Brian (Jan) of Nanaimo and Jim (Sandi) of Abbotsford. Grandchildren left with profound and loving memories are Dennis (Norma), Ryan (Sara), Kris, Lindsay, Brad, Katie, Meg, Cassie and Emmie. Mary was predeceased by her husband Tony in 1987 and her parents Elizabeth and Joe Hada of Abbotsford. A celebration of her life will be held at Woodlawn Funeral Home, 2310 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford on Saturday, November 27th at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of fl owers donations may be made in her memory to the Christine Morrison Hospice, 7324 Hurd Street, Mission, BC V2V 3H5.

Woodlawn Funeral Home(604) 853-2643

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SHEVCHENKO, Vera Mihailovna

Late of Abbotsford, passed away November 13, 2010 at the age of 81 years. She sur-vived by her 3 sons; Nick, Ted and Walter; 6 grandchildren: Michael, Gregory, Elisabeth, Emelia, Natasha and Larissa; her brother Nickolay; and nu-merous family members in Australia. Vera was prede-ceased by her husband of 46 years, Konstantin. Private family service arrangements have been made.

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WHITE, Helen Merrielee(nee Booth) - born July 20, 1918 in Salmon Arm, BC passed away peacefully on November 2, 2010 in Abbots-ford. Helen is predeceased by her husband Frank and 2 brothers; Jim and Allen. She is survived by daughters Heather (Bob) Switak and Merrielee (Ken) Wright; grandchildren Daryl and Devon Switak, Aidan and Alicia Wright as well as nieces, nephews and many dear friends. Helen dedicated her life to teaching and operat-ed the White Rabbit Kinder-garten before retiring after teaching in Mission for many years. A Public Visitation was held on Friday November 12, 2010 at Personal Alternative Funeral Services 3070-275A Street in Aldergrove. A grave-side service took place at the Chilliwack Cemetery, 10010 Hillcrest Drive and a memorial service to celebrate her life was held on Saturday Novem-ber 13th at the Abbotsford Seventh-day Adventist Church 1921 Griffi ths Road. Helen do-nated to countless charities, so should friends desire to make donations in her memo-ry they may do so to a charity of their choice. (You are invited to leave a fond memory or message of condolence at the family’s on-line Memorial Register at: www.personalalternative.com)

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Based out of our Surrey branch, this position specializes in the remarketing of used heavy equipment in external markets. The ideal candidate will have extensive industry experience and comprehensive knowledge of equipment valuation.

Brandt Tractor is the world’s largest privately held John Deere Construction & Forestry Equipment dealer and a Platinum member of the Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies Program. Find out more about our exciting career opportunities at www.brandttractor.com.

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Production Line & Painter OpportunitiesCam Tran Pacifi c Ltd. is a leading manufacturer in the electrical industry. We are searching for reliable team players with a commitment to quality for day shift production line positions at our Chilliwack, B.C., plant.

Minimum Grade 12, fl uent in English, and physically fi t. Previous productions line work or electrical experience an asset. Previous painting, welding, or machine operation an asset.

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Junior & IntermediateAccountants

We, as a result of our growth over the past number of

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115 EDUCATION

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115 EDUCATION

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115 EDUCATION

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124 FARM WORKERS

FARM & NURSERYWORKERS

required for J.R.T. Nurseries, 2396 272 St. Aldergrove. Duties: Heavy farm labour, potting, pruning, moving, loading of plants. $9.14/hr. 48 hrs/wk. Start date February 1, 2011.

Apply in person between 9:00 and 16:00, by fax 604-856-4531 or

email [email protected]


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124 FARM WORKERSFULL-TIME FARM worker (season-al) for Janzen’s Berry farm. 40 hrs/wk. $9.14 starting January 2011. Apply before November 24, 2010. Fax 604-852-8090.

130 HELP WANTEDAGES 11 & UP. Start Learning job skills. Flexible days/hrs earning up to $40 per day. 1-866-856-5655

Christmas Cash!Up to $20 per Hour!

Like music and ateam environment?

We are looking for team players in our fast paced world of adver-tising! Rapid advancement and travel.

Will train! No sales or phonesCall today, start tomorrow!

Call Bev 604-777-2195Cleaner Wanted Immediately to work with team in residential

homes. Monday to Friday No evenings.

Must have reliable transportation,

speak & write English. Based in Maple Ridge.

Send resume to: [email protected] NEEDED

If not certifi ed, training available for a fee. Call 604-575-3944

F/T Education Consultant (Mission)2-3 yrs. Exp. Korean & Eng. Univ. Grd. $23.50/H. Fax 604-746-9319.

LABOURERS required part & full time who are hard working. Sawmill or reman. exp an asset. Please fax: resume to: 604-795-4711

115 EDUCATION


130 HELP WANTED

MAINTENANCE workers required for lumber mill. Welding an asset. Hours must be fl exible. Please ap-ply resume by fax: 604-795-4711

PRODUCTION WORKERS

Req’d F/T for an established company in Port Kells. Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Duties to incl fabrication and heavy machinery. MUST be able to lift 150lbs, have a valid driver’s license and speak fl uent English. Medical and Dental benefi ts plan after 3 months. Starting wage is $12/hr.

Apply in person w/resume & ref’s. A4, 19327 94th Ave, Sry.

SUPERVISOR to look after student canvassers 4-9:30pm. Must have reliable vehicle. Earn $80-$110 cash nightly. 1-866-856-5655

115 EDUCATION


130 HELP WANTED

RETAIL. Accepting resumes for P/T evening & weekends incl. Sundays for busy tanning salon & vitamin centre. Exp. pref’d. Please drop re-sumes to: #7-33555 S. Fraser Way.

SALES ASSISTANT

Experienced (3 yrs min.) required for a local crafts manufacturing company, 4 days/week. Must speak fl uent English, and have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Offi ce and Windows XP. Experi-ence needed in cold calling, and maintaining contact with regular accts by phone and email. Excellent communication skills, strong interpersonal skills both written and spoken. Team player and goal oriented. Some travel required to trade shows in Canada and the US. Forward resume and cover letter to [email protected]

SHIPPER/RECEIVER Forklift expe-rience required. Afternoons, week-ends and freezer work $11.30 to start, email resume to: [email protected]

WAREHOUSEORDER

SELECTOR We are now accepting applications for the position of part-time Warehouse Order Selector, which will include timely and accurate order picking of grocery products in a safe, clean, team-based environment.

Successful applicants will be available for day, afternoon and weekend shifts, have reliable transportation (no public transit available), possess profi cient English communication skills, and enjoy repetitive physical work that requires lifting 20-80 lb cases of grocery products.

Starting wage is $12.76/hr with regular progressive increases every 500-1000 hours worked. We offer fl exible work schedules (will include a minimum of 1 weekend day), and an excellent training program is provided.

As one of the largest employers in the Fraser Valley, EV Logistics operates two distinct facilities - a 380,000 sq ft refrigerated facility, and a 485,000 sq ft dry goods building - both facilities are locat-ed in the Gloucester Industrial Park (at the 264th St exit off Hwy #1).

To join our team and start your career in logistics, apply on-line at www.evlogistics.com

131 HOME CARE/SUPPORT

Caregiver needed for 24 year old paraplegic male in his Chilliwack home. Personal care, wound care, B&B management, meal prep and house cleaning duties. 4-6 hours per day but fl exible schedule. Quali-fi ed with appropriate certifi cations only need apply. Call Kim at 604-864-2392.

134 HOTEL, RESTAURANT,FOOD SERVICES

GRAVEYARD, P/T3-4 shift per week

1255 Sumas Way,Abbotsford

NOW HIRINGApply within or call

604-855-1703Or apply online at

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Ricardo’s Pizza requires Part time customer

service/food prep person. Drop resume to the manager, #6-32750

George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford.

ROCKWELLS BAR & GRILLNow hiring exp. servers, bartender & line cooks, f/t-p/t. Apply in person at: 32281 Lougheed Hwy, Mission

(inside Best Western).

SHAKE & SHINGLE PUBLooking for full & part time

Line cooks. Must have

FoodSafe & minimum 2 years exp

Apply in person or by fax with resume:

Shake & Shingle Pub9610-287 St. Maple Ridge,

or fax: 604-462-0392


136A JANITORIAL SERVICES

PERMANENT PART-TIME ONLY Light Duty Cleaner required for

daytime cleaning. 4 - 5 days per week, 2 - 4 hour shifts. Must have

vehicle. Wage negotiable. Abbotsford location.

Email resume to [email protected]

PERMANENT PART-TIME ONLY Light Duty Cleaners required

evening/weekends. 9 - 12 hrs per week. Must have own vehicle.

Wage negotiable. Abbotsford loca-tion. Email resume to [email protected]

137 LEGAL

F/T Legal SecretaryMust have at least 2 years exp in family law and be a self starter for

a small busy offi ce. Please email resume & reference [email protected] or call

604-302-9150

138 LABOURERSExp. Salvage Burners - Surrey BC,Cassidy BC and Out of Town jobs -Amix Salvage - We offer both sea-sonal or long term work. We are stable and GROWING! Great bene-fi ts and pay. Apply at [email protected] or fax 1-866-812-2478

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS

DISPATCHER/OFFICE ASSISTANT

We have an immed f/t opening in a 2 woman offi ce in Abbotsford. Must have full command of the Englishlanguage, be fl uent in Punjabi & becomputer literate. Duties includeA/R as well as general offi ce duties, dispatching equipment & crews to job sites. Hrs 10am-5:30pm, start-ing wage $15/hr & will increase asskills develope. Full medical/dentalplan. Will train the right person.

Fax resumes to: 604-756-0730 [email protected]

invites applications for the position of

Elementary Principal

MEI is a growing independent pre-K-12 school system with over 1500 students. All applicants must be dedicated to Christian Education and support an Evan-gelical statement of faith. The MEI Board is inviting applications for the position of Elementary Principal.

For specifi c job requirements please see the MEI website

www.meisoc.com

Mennonite Educational Institute

4081 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford, BC V4X 2M8

Fax: 604-859-9206 E-mail: [email protected]

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130 HELP WANTED 130 HELP WANTED


We’re looking for carriers in your area to deliver editions of The Abbotsford News & The Mission Record

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ABBOTSFORD

002080 Marshall, Webster, Windsor,

Winton

003310 Livingstone

004020 Avalon, Emerson, Gladwin,

Marshall & Pandora

004040 Broadway & Marshall

005421 & 2 Chelsea, Cottage, Marshall,

Mayfair, McCallum, Sandalwood

& Swansea

006061&2 Auburn, Cedar Park Pl,

Clearbrook, Hillcrest, Hylan,

Langdon, Minter, Parkview &

South Fraser Way

008170 Goldfi nch, Quail, Sandpiper &

Sparrow

008190 Blueridge, Garnet, Goldfi nch,

Onyx, Robin, Sandpiper &

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008220 Sandpiper, Siskin & Stellar

008350 Blue Jay, Crestview, Saab

009280 Chehalis, Esquimalt, Okanagan,

Saanich, Shuswap

009570 Astoria, Austin & Clearbrook

009600 Creston, Merritt, Rogers &

Sorrento

011350 Hurst & Walden

012060 Cassiar Ave & Pl, Glenalmond,

Glendale, Gleneagle & McMillan

103061&2 Campbell, Car-lin, Essendene,

George Ferguson, Old Yale,

Willow

105140 Olympia, Orchard & Orion

105150 Edgeview, Essex, Everett

105160 Elwood, Enderby, Everett

105180 Carleton, Champlain, Durham,

Marshall & McMillan

105200 Marcet, McMillan Rd & Crt,

Oakhill & Orchard

105220 Damson & Woodstock

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156 SALESRETAIL SALES/SERVICE AGENT F/T req’d for Letterlock, CPT Savvy, Exp. necessary. Fax 604-504-7576 or email: [email protected]

SECURITY OFFICER TRAINING B.S.T. classes in Abby.

Job placement. 604-859-8860 www.brissonsecurity.com

158 SHIPPING/RECEIVING

INSIDE ORDERDESK PERSON to process orders using SAP, answer basic enquiries, confi rm shipments and invoice, do customs documentation, do basic administration. Must be good with computer software with SAP experience preferred. Must be accurate. High school grad with customer service experience. Part-time, permanent, 25hrs./wk. from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Mon. -Fri. $15/hr. In Port Kells.

Apply with resume to [email protected] or

Fax: 604.888.1145

160 TRADES, TECHNICALSHOP FOREMAN required. L.E. Steel Fabricators Ltd., Langley. More details are available at www.lesteel.com fax 604-856-2363



160 TRADES, TECHNICAL

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY We are an established Mission based roofi ng company looking for a suitable applicant to fi ll this roof-ing position. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled in steelwork and be profi cient in all other as-pects of the roofi ng trade. Only those with experience need apply. Please call John 604-854-0811

• ESTIMATOR / PROJECT MANAGER

Required Full-Time for Metro Roofi ng. RCABC Standards, Blue Print Reading & Computer Skills would be an asset. Commercial & Industrial Projects, BUR, torch, single ply, (TPO & PVC). Good communication and systems knowledge.Good Wages & Benefi ts

Call: 604.888.4856Fax: 604.888.4827 E-mail:metroroofi [email protected]

EXP. EQUIPMENT Operators, Amix Salvage, Out of Town Demoli-tion Division - Work for an industry leader in various BC and AB lo-cales. Require exp. in demo and/or salvage industry. We offer great benefi ts and wages. Apply at www. amix.ca or fax 1-866-812-2478




LAFARGE Maintenance Supervisor - Richmond, BC Ensures that tech-nical standards are adhered to, safety rules and procedures are fol-lowed, pre and post job clean-up and planned schedules are met. Develop a strong culture. Technolo-gist certifi cation in a mechanical discipline or certifi cation in a me-chanical trade The preferred candi-date will have knowledge of me-chanical and electrical equipment. Minimum of 5 years experience in heavy industry. To Apply: e-mail [email protected] with “Richmond Supervisor” in the sub-ject line or fax 403-271-3153



SERVICE PLUMBERSGASFITTERS

The most Professional Service Company in the Fraser Valley is looking for more Technicians to join our growing team. Must have experience inplumbing and heating service.Must be neat in appearance. Must be willing to learn. Must be looking for a great wage. Must want to work with the best people. If you want to be a Professional and not just another plumber - respond today! Send your resume to [email protected] or fax to 604-514-1141.

165 WORK WANTEDEXPERIENCED CLEANING LADY Looking for steady hrs. Currently work est. 16 hrs. wk. in Bby. Re-cently moved into area, want closer commute. Hrs. neg. Yrs. experience w/long term ref. Honest, reliable quality service. $20./hr. Tel: 604-791-0608

PERSONAL SERVICES

171 ALTERNATIVE HEALTH Jan. $65/1hr. Full body

Emerson St. Jade22/Kelly20 Swed. Mass. $100 604-854-0599

173 MIND BODY SPIRIT

INCREDIBLE MASSAGENew Girls 9:30am-9:30pm

604-746-6777 $30/30min2459 McCallum Rd. Abby.

173E HEALTH PRODUCTSMOTORIZED WHEELCHAIRS” Absolutely at no cost to you if eligible!! Medicare and private insurance accepted. ENK Mobile Medical. 1-800-693-8896

Relaxing Swedish MassageEuropean, Private, by appointment.

1-604-230-4444

AMAZING WAVE MASSAGEProfessional deep tissue massage. 113-2580 Cedar Park Pl. Abby.

604-746-0099

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

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180 EDUCATION/TUTORINGBEHAVIORAL INTERVENTIONIST. Working with 4 year old with Aut-ism, in home and preschool. 8-10 hours a week. If you have a background in working with children with special needs please send me a resume by email [email protected]. Will train, opportunity to take work-shops. Criminal record check and references required. Pay sliding scale depending on experience.

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257 DRYWALLD & D DRYWALL. Boarding, taping, texturing painting & remodelling. Big or small jobs. Over 25 yrs exp. Free estimates. 604-853-3640.DRYWALL TAPING, Ceiling texture & Repairs. Small or lge jobs. 604-859-1354 / Cell: 604-556-4696.

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283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTSGUTTER CLEANING Etc. Rubbish Removal. Pressure Washing, Yard cleanup & trim. Reas rates, FREE EST. Since 1990. (604)854-6469


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284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATIONFURNACE/BOILER Repairs. Winter Special ~ Furnace & up to 10 ducts cleaned for $149. 778-552-3938

287 HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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332 PAVING/SEAL COATINGALLAN CONST. & Asphalt. Brick,conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. (604)618-2304 820-2187.

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353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTSGL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, As-phalt Shingles, Flat roofs BBB, WCB Ins. Clean Gutters $80. 24 hr. emer. serv. 7dys/wk. 604-240-5362GL ROOFING & Repairs. Cedarshakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofsBBB, WCB Ins. Clean Gutters $80.24 hr. emergency serv. 7days/wk. 1-877-257-5362

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474 PET SERVICESWANTED: Mini dachshund for stud. Prefer red short hair but may consider other. Willing to payaround $300. 604-820-4827.

477 PETSACCIDENTAL LITTER, mother verygentle, adorable. 1st shots, de-wormed 8 wks, $100. 604-768-7394BLUE HEELER/Staffordshire Terri-er cross puppies. 3 males, 2 fe-males. 2 months old. Very friendly.$300. 604-794-9908BORDER COLLIE PUPPIES P/B.M $350; F $400, Vet chk, 1st shotsCall 604-250-4360, 604-856-7975BULLDOG PUPS, family raised, vetchecked, vaccinated, ready to go.$1500. (604)795-9007CAT, 2.5 YRS OLD. Multi colourShort haired. Fem. spayed. Indoorcat. $25. 604-852-1301CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adultcats. 604-309-5388 / 856-4866ENGLISH MASTIFF pups, M/F, p/b,papers, microchipped, dewormed,1st shots. $1900. (604)316-7615GERMAN Shepherd pups, ckc reg.parents German bloodlines with noslope, exc temperament. $750.(604)796-3026. No sun callsGERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS work-ing line blck & blck & tan, 8 wks, $650 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602Golden Retrievers, 8 wks, vet check view parents, born oct 2. Ready togo. $600 (604)796-2886/793-3992Golden Retrievers pups, male & fe-males. ready nov 24, dewormed. $600 (604)792-9850. No Sun calls



STROLLER $30. 604-870-0480.FRIDGE $100. 604-870-0480.WASHER $100. 604-870-0480.STOVE $50. Dryer $50. 604-870-0480.24 - 1 GALLON WINE jugs. Green or clear. $.50 each. 604-850-2641.CHRISTMAS VILLAGE 8 medium size buildings, school, church, shops, houses, covered bridge, 40 accessories. Makes attractive village $70. 604-853-1636.2 BEAUTIFUL PORCELAIN dolls, stands, boxes included. Ready for gift giving $15 each. Porcelain doll Vanessa limited edition $25. 604-853-1636.SKLAR SOFA $50. Calloway Big Bertha 3 wood $30. 604-853-6270.B.F. GOODRICH ALL-TERRAIN TriGard 3 ply sidewalk winter tire LT 235-75R17 M/S. Very good tread 5 hole rim $75. 604-856-4281.IKEA TYPE TWIN bed with book-case headboard and large drawer underneath. White. $100. 604-859-6348.CHEST OF DRAWERS, BLACK with white drawers. $35. Desk black & white. $25. 604-859-6348.5 BUNDLES FIBERGLAS insu-lation 24” X^’ thick. $25 obo. 604-856-3420.ALUMINUM TOOL BOX for small pick-up truck. $100. 604-504-3349.ELLIPTICAL FITNESS BIKE like new $100. 604-504-3349.TORONTO RAPTORS BASKETBALL backboard and hoop. $100. 604-504-3349.SET OF 4 MICHELIN tires (ww) size 215/70R15 25% left $100 for all 4. 604-864-0508.4 MICHELIN 65/R15 Alpine Ice 25% tread $75. Lve. msg. 604-853-3779.SOFA AND LOVESEAT good condi-tion $50. 604-850-2123.SKLAR LOVESEAT BEIGE brown floral. Exc. condition $100. 604-853-0343.SKLAR LOVESEAT BEIGE brown floral. Exc. condition $100. 604-853-0343.QUEEN MATTRESS EXC. shape. Clean, no stains $100. 604-853-0343.SINGLE MATTRESS EXC. condi-tion $100. 604-853-0343.QUEEN BOXSPRING WITH frame $100. 604-853-0343.HEADACHE RACK FITS GMC pick-up $75 obo. 604-850-5800.LATTICE TOP NEW 6’ X 8’ #1 grade cedar fence panel, new $79, sell $50. 604-854-4145.PANTRY GLASS DOOR (new) un-painted, new $260 asking $90. 28” X 80” special pantry design. 604-854-4145.CRYSTAL CHANDELIER FOR din-ing room exc. condition. Call for picture by email or view $95. 604-854-4145.FENCE 6’ x 8’ NEW CEDAR lattice top panel, new #1 grade. Have 2 8’ panels $50 each. (new $79). 604-854-4145.HUBCAPS (4) FOR Nissan, brand new (2002 Sentra) $95. 604-854-4145.WHITE IKEA CRIB/toddler bed. Very clean, as new. Hardly used at Grandma’s house. $75. 604-852-9091.

SOFA AND LOVESEAT mixed colours $100 for both. 604-855-7013.IKEA CHAIR $25. Wicker chair with footstool $25. Office desk $25. 604-855-7013.DANBY WINDOW AIR condition cools 400 s.f. room, only used once. cost $160 sell $50 obo. Come give me an offer. 604-832-3101.ADMIRAL STOVE-TOP & oven $100. 604-853-4050.DELONGHI DEEP FRYER $20. Christmas tree. 7 ft. $50. 604-853-4050.KENMORE AUTOMATIC SEWING machine $100. 604-853-4050.KARAOKE TV 13” fabulous sound. $100. 604-852-8994.GIRL’S CLOTHES, SIZE 8-10, box $70. 604-852-8004.BUILD-A-BEAR CLOTHES clos-et and outfits, shoes etc. $100. 604-852-8004.EXTENSION MIRRORS FOR towing, attach to existing mir-rors for wide range view. $40. 604-859-7800.SKATEBOARD FROM REPLAY de-struction trucks. Lots of life left $50. 604-859-7800.SNOWMOBILE JACKET “BULLSON” heavy duty snow jacket teal/black, size large/x-large. $85. 604-859-7800.BRASS KNOBS BRIGHT polished Amerock brand, new, have 33 in total $30 for all. 604-859-7800.SNOWBOARD FOR SALE. 148 Monty Reach never been used, ready for bindings. $60. 604-859-7800.KING STING SOLID state fenc-er $25. Antenna mast rota-tor $50. Both great condition 604-309-4671.RAIN JACKET AND pants. Green HH brand $50. Leather briefcase $50. 604-820-8478.CABLE CHAINS FITS 15-16” tires $20. Brand new metal snow shov-el $25. 604-820-8478.FOUR TIRES M/S 225/60R17 good shape $100. 604-853-7106.PAIR OF ALL SEASON tire ra-dial on rim wheel and balance size 225-75R15 $60. Sanyo turn-table in working condition $20. 604-864-9296.QUEEN SIZE BED w/boxspring, clean $50. 32 X 80 inside door, new, never used $25. 30 X 80 new never used. $25. 604-864-9296.WALKER WITH SEAT and basket $90. 604-855-0057.WASHER AND DRYER $100. 604-859-1021.ANTIQUE SEWING MACHINE with stool $100. 604-859-1021.SHOWER CHAIR AND potty $100. 604-859-1021.WHEEL CHAIR NEW $100. 604-859-1021.BOWLING BALL, BAG and shoes $50. 2 dressers $20 each. 604-859-1021.WOODEN KITCHEN ISLAND por-table $60. Wall fan, still in box $40. 604-859-1021.500 FT. USED 2” baseboards $25. 604-852-5719.BURL COFFEE TABLE $60. Ikea indoor clothes drying rack $15. 1960’s skates new $20 for two pairs. 604-850-1512.

25 FT. 30 AMP RV extension cord $50. Fiberglass windshear $50. 604-852-5719.TWO NOKIAN WINTER snow tires P185/65R14. Good condition. Good tread left. $100. 604-853-3688.NOKIAN WINTER SNOW tire on rim P185/65R14 . Fit Ford Escorts. Good condition. Good tread. $80. 604-853-3688.ANOTHER NOKIAN WINTER snow tire on rim. P185/65R14. Fit Ford Escorts. Good condition. Good tread. $80. 604-853-3688.102 PACKETS SEED beads $40. Phone 604-859-8850 after 4 pm.30 PIECE STAINLESS STEEL cutlery set in box $25. Phone 604-859-8850 after 4 p.m.ROYAL WINTON GOLDEN Age Lustre tea set 13 pieces $70. Phone 604-859-8850 after 4 p.m.120 PIECES COSTUME jewelry no junk $60. Phone 604-859-8850 after 4 p.m.TABLE WITH 6 chairs solid wood in light birch $75 obo. 604-854-5232.LARGE TAN TWEED couch, steam cleaned good condition $100. 778-908-6177.MAPLE ROCKING CHAIR some scratches on seat $50. 778-908-6177.30” WHIRLPOOL WHITE elec-tric stove large oven $100. 778-908-6177.TWO LARGE TAN tweed sofa chairs steam cleaned, good condition $100 takes both. 778-908-6177.MAYTAG NEPTUNE EXTRA large capacity front load washer needs a little work $40 obo. 604-826-3524.MAYTAG NEPTUNE EXTRA large capacity front load dryer works great $100 obo. 604-826-3524.CLOTHES DRYER IN clean good working condition $100. 604-826-2430.REG. WHITE STOVE in good work-ing condition $100. 604-826-2430.APT. SIZE WHITE fridge in good working condition $100. 604-826-2430.REGULAR 2 DR. white fridge in good working condition $100. 604-826-2430.BENJAMIN MOORE AURA exterior paint for sale. Bittersweet choco-late, 5 gallon pail. Brand new. Pd. $240 sell for $60. 604-751-3213.X-COUNTRY SKIS, adult non waxing excellent condition $45. Lady’s X-country ski boots $30. 604-807-4225.AIR HOCKEY TABLE, Harvard full size with paddles and pucks $75. Adult hockey gloves $25. Excellent condition. 604-807-4225.APOLLO CUSTOM SPORT 20 speed bike, excellent condition. New tires and tubes $50. 604-850-1001.BASKETBALL HOOP PORTABLE very good condition $50. Lady’s size 6 roller skates $50. 604-807-4225.SATELLITE RECEIVERS 1-us Ariza and 3-Bell 2700-1, 3100-2, with manuals, remotes, cards, take all $100.00 obo Call after 5:00pm 604-826-5673TWO BEIGE ALUMINUM slid-ing windows with bug screens, 46”X48” no seal leaks, dou-ble blazed A-1 cond $100.00 604-768-9904

TV CABINET EXCELLENT hardwood $25. Small TV with remote$20. Coffee percolator clear Pyrexfor stovetop $15. 604-850-1512.LADY’S CLOTHING MED. & largeall for $20. Box lady’s sweaters$20. Outdoor style hand knitsweater new $20. 604-850-1512.XMAS LARGE TREE $40. Wreath$5. Large 3 ft. wreath $20.604-853-3941.110+ 45 RPM records 1950’s- 1970’s $100 takes all. Mission604-755-1132.175 LP’S MOSTLY 1960’s - 1970’s.$100 takes all. Box of 8 tracks free.Mission 604-755-1132.145 LP’S INCL. Elvis, Sinatra,soundtracks, mostly 1960’s- 1970’s $100 takes all. Mission604-755-1132.RARE 78 RPM RECORDS, 58, $100takes all. Mission 604-755-1132.3 FT. BRASS telescope with hard-wood tripod, brass fittings. $100obo. 604-850-5928.4 TIRES BF GOODRICH 265/7-/R16white letters T.A. fair condition.$100. 604-853-6208.2 TIRES TIGER PAW 195/75/R14good condition $80. 604-853-6208.TWO TIRES AND rims winter 4 boltFord pattern. $100. 604-853-6208.ONE 215/65/R16 UNIROYAL $20.One 205/75/R15 General $30. 20pieces rubber mats 30” X 30” $2each. 604-853-6208.SHOP HEATER 220 V. 4’ long dou-ble element $100. 604-853-6208.BLACK WORK STORAGE box smalltruck $40. Black work storage boxfull size truck. $60. 604-853-6208.EASY ROLLER GARDEN barrow4.5 c.f. $40. Trailer hitch for Fordcar $50. 604-853-6208.YORK FOLDING WEIGHT benchwith attached leg work-out,weights included $100. For detailscall after 6 pm 604-807-1353.METAL CONVERTIBLE FUTONframe without cushion $40., for de-tails call after 6 pm 604-807-1353.CHRISTMAS INDOOR LIGHTS,garland, ornaments, tree stand,decorative pine garland, etc $80takes all. For details call after 6 pm604-807-1353.ALL NEW WIRED evergreen gar-lands $1.50 each. Boxful $15.00Tree stands $2.50 each, twelvefor $25.00 Light clips $1.00604-820-3301WANTED: FREE STANDING woodor metal hat and coat rack, will-ing to pay $50.00 Call anytime604-820-1088CAR CHAINS NEW in box $45.Paintable wall paper $25. Antiquemusical powder box $30. “TheGirl That I Marry”. 604-850-1512.MATES BED 3 DRAWERS under-neath, sturdy, painted blue $100.00604-826-0262ALL METAL H.D. office or worktable, ideal for shop, home, etc,needs assembly A-1 cond $100.00604-768-9904ALUMINUM PATIO DOOR 60”x80”with bug screen, beige colour, niceshape 1/2” double glazed space$100.00 obo 604-768-9904UNIROYAL RALLY 9215-75-R15M&S winter tire with stud holes,99% tread left, A-1 not mounted ex-cellent cond $75.00 604-768-9904ANOTHER UNIROYAL RALLYP215-78-R15 M&S winter tire withstud holes, 99% tread left A-1 notmounted, excellent traction $75.00604-768-990418’ PRESSURE TREADED hydropole with Hydro mast, metre base,wire, grounding and box, neverused, clean $100.00 604-768-9904TWO STEEL GMC 16” size bolttruck van rims with chrome beau-ty rings and plastic centre caps$60.00 604-768-9904ONE COMPLETE CRANE low pro-file antique bone toilet, clean A-1cond, ideal for home, shop reno$85.00 604-768-9904RV TOWING MIRRORS fits 99Chev pick-up, like new $40.00604-826-3850DRYER WHITE COLOUR heavyduty, extra capacity, mint condi-tion, full services, can deliver local$100.00 604-826-2644WANTED: ANTIQUE SIDEBOARD/Buffet, any condition will pay upto $100.00 604-820-3693WANTED FRENCH PROVINCIALfurniture, any condition, will payup to $100.00 604-820-3693TWO P235-65R16 BridgestoneM&S tires 60% tread remaining$75 firm Phone 604-816-0867NEVER USED PETMATE dog cratefor medium sized dog, paid $120asking $75.00 604-826-0867WEIGHT BENCH IMPEX competi-tor combo bench, new condition$50.00 604-820-0488

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MINI SCHNAUZER pups, 1st shots, dewormed, tails docked vet ✓ $750/ea. Call 604-657-2915.

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PRESA CANARIO P/B. All black. Ready to go. Dad 150lbs, Mom 120lbs. $600 obo. 778-552-1525

PUGS, fawn, 3 f/male, ready for X Mas. vet check, dwrmed, 1st shots, family raised, $600. 604-796-2727

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ROTTWEILER PUPPIES, CKC reg. 8 weeks. Champion German lines. Pet & show stock to ap-proved home. www.regenesisrottweilers.com

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TOY POODLE F, black, pompoos m/f black/tan very loved. $450 & up. Adult homes pref. 778-988-6591.VIZSLA PUPS, champion lines, shots, guaranteed. $750 email [email protected] or call 604 819 2115Wolf X Shepherd pups, $450. 8 wks blk w/markings, dewormed, view par-ents. [email protected] (604)869-2772 Laidlaw, Hope

Yorkshire Terrier pups, CKC reg’d, 1st shots. vet ✓ $1100-$1300. Male Stud for sale 604-793-2063

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

506 APPLIANCESKENMORE ELITE MICR/CONV. oven with fan, fi ts over stove. White. $600. obo. 604-852-8004.

525 UNDER $300KITCHENAID D/W, white ext. stain-less int. Many cycles. Works fabu-lous. $300 obo. 604-852-8004

526 UNDER $400FRIDGE, MAYTAG 21 cu ft. 6.5 yrs old. White, top freezer. Works great, $400. Phone (604)855-9288.

526A $499 & UNDERWHIRLPOOL WASHER & dryer, used for 1 yr. $500. 604-855-0057

528A STORE/EQUIPFIX

SALON EQUIPMENT station with mirror, steamer, facial bed, chairs, shampoo sink, 604-807-9221

533 FERTILIZERSWEEDFREE MUSHROOM

MANURE, $65/13 yds well rotted $90/10 yds. Free delivery Abbots-

ford, Mission add $10 load(604)856-8877.

542 FRUIT & VEGETABLES

The Valley’s Premier Farm MarketFor 35 years.

Come see us at the farm

for all your fruit and veggie needs!

OPEN 6 DAYSMon. ~ Sat

8 a.m. - 6 p.m.5486 Riverside Street

Corner of Harris & RiversideMatsqui Village

545 FUELBARN DRIED ALDER & BIRCH Firewood. Split & delivered. $225/cord. 604-615-3646

BEST FIREWOOD 32nd Season & 37,000 Cust Deliv.

Fully Seas. Maple, Birch, Alder604-582-7095

FIRE WOOD SEASONED FIR and Hemlock, honest cord, $200 per cord (604)826-3359FULLY SEASONED, Alder/Maple, Birch, split & delivered. Free kin-dling. Phone 604-789-1492 anytime

548 FURNITUREGRANDFATHER CLOCK, MINT condition. Price includes prof. deliv-ery & set-up. $2200. 604-855-9288Sofa Italia 604.580.2525

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

548 FURNITURE

SLEEP DEPOT

#9 - 32912 Mission Way, Mission

Phone 604-820-2282

Quality Never had a Better Price!

Mismatch Sets w/steel Edge Guards.Single $229 / Dbl $309 /

Queen $339

With Ad - $100.00 off all: BackSupporter & Pocketcoil

Sets Starting @ $599.

560 MISC. FOR SALE

204D JANOME SEWING serger. Approx. 6 yrs. Exc. shape. Serviced reg. Incl. case & manual. $360. 604-859-7800

ABBOTSFORD FLEA MARKET

TRETHEWEY @ MACLURE AVEOpen SUNDAYS

6 am to 4 pmPhone 604-859-7540Fresh Vegetables, Tools, Antiques, Collectibles

& Concession

AT A CLICK of a mouse, www.BCLocalBiz.com is your local source to over 300,000 businesses!CUSTOM $1200 hide-a-bed, rarely used, clean A-1 cond asking $400, + custom recliner, poss Italian de-sign A-1 cond $300. 604-768-9904

FIREWOOD

★ FREE ★PALLETS Available

Come & HelpYourself

Also great for crafts etc

BACK PARKING LOT

(by shed)

ABBOTSFORD NEWS34375 Gladys Ave.

LAKEWOOD AIRTIGHT stove with fan & exh pipe CDN made c.s.a., u.l.c. A -1 mint $550 604.768.9904

THE BARGAIN STORE BUY/SELL USED FURNITURE

604-826-3810

563 MISC. WANTED

Buying Antiques, Estates, Silver, Coins, Flatware, Jewelry, Paintings, Native Indian Art & Artifacts, Inuit, Moorcroft, China, Old Metal Toys,

Advertising Old Tins, Etc. 604-377-5748

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

FLUTE, Armstrong, student model, good cond., some music incl., $190. Call (604)792-6925

578 SPORTING GOODS

AT A CLICK of a mouse, www.BCLocalBiz.com is your local source to over 300,000 businesses!

REAL ESTATE

625 FOR SALE BY OWNER

ABBOTSFORD. 3 storey 5600 s/f 8 bdrms custom blt. home, 18,000 s/f. lot. 6 full bths. Spice kit. 2x6 fram-ing. Granite c/t. $844,900 incl HST. Trade welcome 604-308-4497.

626 HOUSES FOR SALE


REAL ESTATE

627 HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSESOlder Home? Damaged Home?

Need Repairs? Behind on Payments? Quick CASH!

Call Us First! 604.657.9422

636 MORTGAGES

BANK ON US! Mortgages for purchases, renos, debt con-solidation, foreclosure. Bank rates. Many alternative lendingprograms.Let Dave Fitzpatrick,your Mortgage Warrior, simpli-fy the process!1-888-711-8818

[email protected]

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVEHOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.caHomelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

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31771 Peardonville Rd. ~ 2 bed-room, 2 bath condo 2nd fl oor cor-ner unit, 5 appliances, u/g park-ing. $900.31771 Peardonvile Rd ~ 2 bed, 2 bath, 5 appliances, new fl ooring and paint, u/g parking. $750.The Uptown ~ 32075 GF Way Large 2 bed, 2 bath, 5 applianc-es, overlooking park, u/g parking. $1000.

[email protected] Little Oak Prop. Mgmt.

604-504-RENT

32101 Mt. Waddington AveHOMESTEAD ESTATES

Abbotsford, deluxe, large aptsNewer, well maintained bldg.

**************************************HOLIDAY SPECIAL 1 Bedroom from $750

2 Bths in 2 Bdr units from $895Gas heat, f/p, d/w, inste w/d

hookup, gated u/g prkg. Cat OK Call: 604-870-9797

www.apt4rent.ca

33382 George Ferguson WayBIRCHWOOD MANOR

Abbots. clean, spacious 2 Bdrm units from $695. Some with insuite laundry,d/w, prkg incl.

Part of the Abbotsford Crime Free Housing Program

Call: 604-832-8909-------------------------------------------Baywest Management Corp.

ABBOTSFORD 1100 sq.ft. 2 bdrm2 bath, pri terrace, 5 appls, gas f/psec prkg. Gas/HW incl. Dec 1st.$1050. Ref’s. Sonia (778)908-8382

ABBOTSFORD

1 Month FREE Rent or $300Move-In Allowance - YouChoose! Ask for Details!

2750 Fuller StreetValley View Terrace

Beautiful Large Updated Suites

✶ Large Kitchen Incl’s D/washer✶ Quiet Well Maintained Bldg

2 Bdrms from $850/mo✶ FREE month - ask for details

✶ $25 Freedom 55 DiscountNew Apps Only! No pets

Tel: 604-852-9086Baywest Mgmt Corp

ABBOTSFORD. 2172 McKenzieRd. 1 bdrm + den. $750/mo, inste lndry. Avail immed. Cls. to Univ., &Hwy 1. Call 604-309-6575ABBOTSFORD, 2172 McKenzieRd. 2 bdrm. $850/mo. inste lndry.Dec. 1. Cls. to Univ., & Hwy 1. Petok. Call 604-309-6575.ABBOTSFORD. 2581 Langdon.Newer 2bdrm? Inste lndry, ss appls,f/p, u/g prkg, nr park/amens. Avail immed. $900/mo. 604-833-8772.ABBOTSFORD: 2 bdrm, 2 bath, 2balc, top fl r condo. 1080 sq.ft., nice unit, older bldg. On fern St. AvailDec 1st. $795/mo. N/S, sm pet neg. 778-549-1699.ABBOTSFORD. 2 bdrm, 2 bath cor-ner unit. Small pet. N/S. Nr Seven-Oaks. Quiet adult bldg. Refs. $950incl utils. Dec 1. 604-850-0015.ABBOTSFORD 2 bdrm, 2 bath w/d, d/w, f/p, util rm, $900 incls gas. Sec. system. Refs. 604-819-7574ABBOTSFORD: 2 BDRM., clean,spac., quiet. Avail. now. New fl r. &paint. 3 appliances. N/S. N/P. Walk-ing distance to everything. ( 1 blk. Columbia College) 604-853-2949

ABBOTSFORD

2 BDRMS, 1 bath2 BDRMS, 2 baths

From $680/mth.Extra Large Suites

Free Heat & H. Water3 Appls, Laundry Hook-Up.

604-309-35001 Mnth Free w/lease“Seniors Discount”


Ph: 604-864-6400 T/F: 1-877-864-6424www.strataschoice.com email: [email protected]

1A 33820 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC V2S 2C5

We give you our full attention at fair and competitive rates!

Property ManagementManagementExtensive knowledge of the “Strata Property Act”Extensive knowledge of the “Residential Tenancy Act”

Call Today For Your Management Proposal!!

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• RENTAL MANAGEMENT• STRATA MANAGEMENT

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706 APARTMENT/CONDOABBOTSFORD 2 bed/ 2 bath con-do for rent. Close to University. 5 appliances, 2 free parking stalls incl. N/S, N/P. $900/month Call 604-308-7724ABBOTSFORD,32120 Peardonville 2 bdrm. top fl oor apt., F/S, D/W, gas f/p, A/C NO SMOKING, NO PETS. Doreen @ 604-302-1229.ABBOTSFORD 32120 Peardonville Large 1 bdrm. apt., F/S, D/W, gas f/p, NO SMOKING, NO PETS. Doreen @ 604-302-1229.

Abbotsford, 33539 Holland Ave, The Crossing. 2 bd, 7 appl., in ste laund., safe se-cure bldg, caretaker on site $1000/mo. Avail., Dec. 1st. Collin, Stratatech Property Management (604)703-6209ABBOTSFORD: 33956 Essendene 1 br. 3rd fl oor. new appli n/s. n/p. a/c, u/g prkg $650/M 604-864-8237

ABBOTSFORD

ACADIA COURTNewly Decorated, Spacious1 Bedroom Suite $525/mo

In-suite storage. Covered parking Near City Hall. Avail now.

NO PETS / REF’S REQ’D

32161 Tims AvenueCall 604-870-9233 to view

ABBOTSFORD Brand New!

2 bdrm condo. 2 baths.Located just off Marshall.

3rd fl r, A/C, all appls incl W/D. NS/NP. Avail. Immed.

$1000/mo + utils (hydro). Phone Rob (604) 854-4664 or Lve msg 604-859-5485

Abbotsford Central

Mountainview - Bakerview

Home Sweet HomeNewer Lower Rents

1 MONTH FREE RENTSENIOR’S DISCOUNT

1 & 2 Bedroom Suites

Clean & Large, hot water included. N/S

Secured U/G parking available. Outdoor pool in garden setting. Sorry N/P.

Close to all amenities. Ref’s req’d.

Phone 604-556-7705ABBOTSFORD, near 5 Corners. 1 bdrm $625/mo or 2 bdrm $725/mo. Call Steve (604)751-3885ABBOTSFORD. NEW 2 bdrm, 3rd fl , a/c, 5 appls. n/s, n/p. Avail now. $1000. 604-854-4664 or 556-1299.

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Abbotsford CHELSEA MANOR

2977 Dahlstrom Pl.1 & 2 BDRM. 2 BATHphotos@craigslist

search Chelsea ManorResident Manager

604-850-2355

ABBOTSFORDCOACHMAN APT

33636 MARSHALL RD

Available immediately, spa-cious 1 and 2 bdrms, heat & hot water included. N/P, N/S, Refs required.

SENIORS WELCOMECall 604-853 9876

ABBOTSFORD CRIME FREEMulti Housing Program

BACHELOR APARTMENT$440/m.N/P. N/S.

Hot water & cable included.Quiet, parklike setting.

604-853-0333

ABBOTSFORD

Dinner on Us!!Curious? Just AskChelsea Park Gardens

1 & 2 bdrm - indoor pool. Includes heat / hot water. Near UCFV & Hospital.

Sorry no pets. Ref. req’d.Crime Free Certifi ed

Call Debbie TODAY 604-855-6714

ABBOTSFORD EAST

Mountain View Village Townhouses

36060 Old Yale Road

FAMILY ORIENTED3 bdrms, 2½ baths. Washer,

dryer, fridge, stove, dishwasher,fi replace, 2 car garages,

exercise facility, pool in summerClose to all amenities

1 Year Lease$1,100 - $1400/Month

Call 604-855-0010

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ABBOTSFORD

Forest TerraceApartments

34313 Forrest TerraceAbbotsford’s Best Kept Secret

1 & 2 Bdrms Stes

2 Full Baths, In-Suite Storage, Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher,

Garburator, In-Suite Laundry Hook-ups, On-Site Mgmt

Please call for Prices. Sorry no pets

1 Month FREE Rent On 1 Year Lease

Early and Immediate Possession Available

Age 40 Senior & Adult Oriented

Come See What You Have Been Missing!

Call Esther 604-853-0549

ABBOTSFORD

Heat & Hot Water Included

D Outdoor Pool D Parking D Extra Storage D Renovated / No Pets

1 BDRMS from $625/mo.2 BDRMS from $750/mo.

3 BDRMS. from $1050/mo.

1909 SALTON RD. Abbotsford

604-853-6620Forest Village Apartments

ABBOTSFORD✭ $700/mo - Close to UVF, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, f/s, h/w incl, laundry on same fl oor, on quiet side of building, sm pet OK. Call Marilyn(604)855-7393

ABBOTSFORD

MALIBU TERRACE APTS

✦ NEWLY RENOVATED ✦

33430 Bourquin Place2 BEDROOMS

Heat, light, hot water, prk stall, clean quiet bldg.

SENIOR’S DISCOUNT.

Call Resident Manager604-850-7508

ABBOTSFORD

MEADOWOODApartment & Townhouse

Complex

Phone 604-852-4696or Email

meadowood@pacifi cquorum.com

Apartments1 & 2 Bedroom

Heat / hot water included3 Appliances

Townhouses1 Bedroom lofts &

2 Bedrooms5 Appliances

✦ Senior Discount ✦ Resident Managers ✦ Sorry No Pets

Conveniently located at3046 Clearbrook Road

www.pacifi cquorum.comPacifi c Quorum Properties Inc

Abbotsford/Mission

1st Month FREE Rent for One Year Lease Incentive

Park Lane Manor33331 Old Yale Road

Cozy 3 storey bldg, close to all amen. 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Close to transit, parks, schools; covered pkg, balconies, laundry room. Small pets ok.

For more info & viewing call Sandy 604-615-5402

Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

ABBOTSFORD: NEWLY RENO’D,1 bdrm. Priv ent. f/bath, shrd W/D.Nr amens. NP/NS. 604-859-6152ABBOTSFORD W: 2 BDRM. 2 ba., i/s laund., covered parking, new paint. 5 appls. granite countertops, h.w. fl rs. throughout, crown mold-ing, A/C, f/p. Well sec. N/P. N/S. Dec. 1. $930/M. 604-309-1950

WE’RE ON THE WEBwww.bcclassified.com

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Abbotsford/Mission

One Month Free Rent for One Year Lease Incentive

Nelson Court33095 Old Yale Road

Comfortable 3 storey low rise, convenient & affordable. 1 & 2 bdrm stes, balconies, lockers, in & outdoor pkg, lndry rm. Close to schools & transit. Small pets ok.

For more info & viewing call Wanda 604-615-5397


Abbotsford/Mission

One Month Free Rent for One Year Lease Incentive

Richard Court33333 12th Avenue

Cozy 5 story complex in quiet park like setting on Mission Hill-side. 1 & 2 bdrm suites from $590. Close to transit, parks, schools; pkg, balconies, laundry rm. Small pets ok.

For more info & viewing call Ralph 778-788-1857


Abbotsford/Mission

Under New Management!

Town & Country Apartments1948 McCallum Road

First month FREERent Incentive

Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms available Indoor Swimming Pool

Large Landscaped GroundsPublic Transit at the Front Door

Small pets ok

Open Saturday & Sunday

For more info & viewing call Rachel 604-615-5382

Kimberley 604-309-2889


ABBOTSFORD

Seven Oaks MallLarge Reno’d 1 & 2 bdrm suites avail. Includes heat, hot water and 1 parking. Close to bus loop, mall &

schools. Sorry No Pets. Refs req’d.

Call 604-557-0778

ABBOTSFORD

THE CRESTAvailable Now!

1 Bedroom Heat, Hot Water &

Basic Cable included.Crime Free & Certifi ed.

N/S - N/P, Close to all amens.Lease & Refs. Required.

604-852-7350Abbotsford

VILLA CHRISTINA Large 1 bdrm. unit.

Newly renovated.Secure u/g parking.

Avail. in OctoberMove-in discount for seniorsSorry no pets. Ref’s required.

Please call 604-855-9697 for an appointment to view.

Abbotsford

Woodridge Estates 2nd Floor clean newly painted, large 2 bedrooms, two baths, 2 sundecks with fi ve appl’s.

AVAILABLE NOW.

Woodridge Estates Corner unit Very bright – NO PETS.

$900 per month.

Call Elwood at ECM Strata Rental Div 604 855-9895

ABBOTSFORED DOWNTOWN, 2 bdrm $700. Heat/parking included. N/P. Phone 604-755-0261.

ABBY-LARGE 1 bdrm 950 s.f., bus route, dn tn. N/s n/p. $725/M. incl. gas & hydro. Ref’s. (604)853-4328

CLEARBROOK. 3 bdrm $800/mo. Heat/parking included. N/P. Phone 604-755-0261.

MISSION: 1 bdrm $625 or 2 bdrm $725, 2nd Ave or 3rd Ave Call Steve: (604)751-3885

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BAKERVIEW PLACE APTS.

33400 Bourquin Place

F No PetsF Clean quiet buildingF Close to shopping and busF Includes heat and hot water

Available immediatelyPhone: 604-854-2377

CENTURY 21 ACE AGENCIES LTD.

Citadel Ridge - Beautiful 1 bd & den w/full bath, s/s appli (4) plus full laundry, enclosed gar. U/G, Large rooms N/P N/S $900.00Central Clearbrook - 2 units, both 2 bed, 5 appli., laminate fl rs, Clean and spacious, walk to Library N/P N/S $775.00The Westwood - 2bed, 2 bath laminate fl rs, 6 appli, fresh paint, Open concept, U/G prk N/P N/S $1100.00Clean bsmnt suite - 2 bd 1 bath, fresh paint, clean & quiet, all util incl, n/p n/s $700.00Mt. Waddington - 1 bed 1 bath 5 appl. fp. Quiet side of bldg. U/G N/S N/P $800.00

CALL: (604)853-2718

CLEARBROOKMove-In Allowance: $200 Bonus for new residents -

(Ask for details) Crime Free Living

31790 UNION AVENUEHURON COURT

✳ 1 Bdrm. from $625/mo.✳ 2 Bdrms from $745/mo.

Rent incls.: Heat, H/wtr, U/G PkgQuiet, Well Maint. Build. No Pets.

Move in Allowance $200Seniors Discount $25

604-850-2467Baywest Mgmt Corp

DNTWN ABBOTS. Jr. 2 BR apt. in quiet newer bldg for rent. Incl. 5 appls (insuite Lndry), secure undgrnd prkg, lckr. $825. No Pets, Non smokers. John @ 604-657- 1640

FERNWOODMANOR

33850 & 33870 Fern Street

F Spacious 1 & 2 bdrmsF 1 1/2 bathsF 3 appli, u/g prkng, no petsF Nr UFV, freeway, hospital

604-850-3148

FRASER RIDGEHi-Rise Great Viewswww.eryxproperties.com

1 bdrms from - $650.Nicely Reno’d Concrete Bldg.

Great Views of Mt. BakerExtra Large and Bright

* Heat and Hot Water Incl *All suites sprinkler protected.

Lrg patios, 2 elevators, lockers.Gated prk, Super Clean, N/P.

Call Dave @ 604-859-0482

33555 South Fraser WayFraser Ridge is part of Abbotsford Crime Free

Multi-Housing Program.

MISSION. 2 BDRM APT on quiet cul-de-sac. W/D incl. $750/mo. No pets. Avail now. 604-820-6927.MISSION: 7696 Grand St. Reno’d 2 bdrm apt, 2nd fl oor, corner unit. On-site manager. Dec 1. $750/mo. 604-826-3665 or 778-552-1808.

Mission

CEDARWOOD MANOR * Friendly management * 1 & 2 Bedroom Suites * Insuite Laundry * Adult Oriented

604-820-0128

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CEDAR GREEN APARTMENTS

WWW.CEDARGREEN.COM

2441 COUNTESS ST. Phone 604-850-5375(Senior’s Discount &Dam. Dep. Reduced)

Secure Undgrnd Prk & Elevator!

1 bdrm from .......................$6201 bdrm + den from .............$6502 bdrm from ......................$7002 bdrm (totally reno’d)...... $790Furn 2 bdrm .....$990 incl hydro

MAPLE RIDGE

1 & 2 Bdrs from $740/mo

GREAT LOCATIONQueen Anne Apts.

* Renovated Suites *

Clean, very quiet, large,INCLUDES: HEAT,

HOT WATER & HYDRO

Near Shopping & Amenities.

604-463-7450 604-463-2236

12186-224 St, Maple RidgeCertifi ed Crime Free Buildings

MISSION

HABITAT APARTMENTS

33366 2ND Ave. Mission

1 bdrms. from $600/mo.

One - 2 bdrm. avail. now for $745/mo.

Quiet, well managed, on site manager. Close to

Downtown & Westcoast Express. NO PETS.

604-826-2538Managed by

ECM Strata - Rental Division

MISSION HILLS:

APARTMENTSLarge, Bright &

Clean2 Bdrms Avail

No Pets. Written ref’s required.

Call 604-826-7880MISSION ~ Walk to Downtown. 2 bdrm suite $750/mo. Free heat. N/P. Avail. immed. Adult orientat-ed. 604-826-9774.

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MAINSTREET EQUITY CORP.

RENTAL INCENTIVE AVAIL.

SENIOR’S DISCOUNT!

2485 Hilltout Street1 Bedroom - $634.002 Bedrooms - $722.00Call 604-751-2147

Move In Bonus Avail

2525 Hilltout Street1 Bedroom - $604.00 2 Bedrooms - $688.00Call 604-751-2147604-557-3592 or

604-751-5595

2814 Pratt Crescent1 Bedroom from $665.00

2 Bdrms from $756.00Call 604-557-6054

32030 George Ferguson WayBachelor - $573.00

1 Bedroom from $665.002 Bdrms from $756.00Call 604-557-3592

Move In Bonus Avail

33405 Bourquin Place1 Bedroom from $688.00

2 Bdrms from $756.00Call 604-557-8064

33136 George Ferguson Way1 Bedroom from $725.00

2 Bdrms from $825.00Call 604-557-3708

33298 Robertson Ave.1 Bedroom from $775.00

2 Bdrms from $825.00Call 605-751-2125

33184 George Ferguson Way1 Bedroom from $665.00

2 Bdrms from $756.00Call 604-751-2165

Move In Bonus Avail

Mainstreet Equity apartments are well

secured and safe homes for your peace of mind.

Website:www.mainst.biz

MISSION: PRINCESS DAPHNE APTS - SPACIOUS 1 bdrm starting at $650 & 2 bds starting $780, 1.5 bth, h, h/w & prkng incl. Criminal Record checked may be req’’d

33561 Third Ave. 604-820-3013.

OAKMONT MANORMember - Crime Free Program

1990’s Well Maintained & Secured Condo

Walk to all amenities, on bus route.

Parking & in-suite storage.Heat & Hot water. No Pets.

2 bdrms avail. Starting at $760 33370 George Ferguson Way

Abbotsford604-855-0883

✯ Arlington Place ✯2487 Countess St.

Abbotsford (Next to MCC)

Very Competitive Rates Quiet, Clean, Well Managed

NOW AVAILABLE LARGE 1 & 2 BDRM.

SUITES Heat & hot water included.

Fridge, stove, d.w., microwave. Senior’’s discount.

Resident Manager LINDA

604-850-7050

CLASSIFIED ADS WORK!CALL 604-854-6397

ABBOTSFORD

Garage / Moving Sale 34859 High Dr.

Sat. & Sun. - Nov. 20, 21 9am to 4pm

Kitchen stuff, household items, pictures, chaise lounge sectional

sofa, and more.

ABBOTSFORD:

GARAGE SALEAT UNITEX SALES

Up to 70% off on clothing, bags, coolers, uniforms & much more!

Fri Nov 19th 1pm-7pmSat Nov 20th 9am-1pm

30720 Simpson Rd.

AbbotsfordMOVING SALE

SATURDAY & SUNDAYNOV. 20 & 21

9 A.M. TO 4 P.M.3226 SISKIN DRIVE

Basketball hoop, sofa with matching cabinet, solid wood

dining table w/8 chairs, trampo-line, piano, coffee table, air puri-

fi er, bunk bed, shelving, TV stands. electronic equipment &

much, much more

ABBOTSFORD

✶ ESTATE SALE ✶- Apt. 210 -

2977 Dhalstrom Pl. ✶ Must call fi rst for appointment.

604-855-4101HOME FURNISHINGS. Dishes, appliances, bedroom / kitchen furniture etc. ALL MUST GO!!!!!

ESTATE SALEMISSION - HATZIC

34712-Dewdney Trunk Nov 20 & 21, 9am-3pm

Antiques, organ, furniture, dishes, kitchenware, offi ce furn, lots of

books, etc etc. Park on Dewdney Trunk Road

LIFE’S SECOND CHANCETHRIFT STORE

Dollar Day Clothing & Shoes$1.00 each on Wed. Nov. 24th ** 1/2 PRICE BOOK SALE **

31550 S. Fraser WayAcross from Mandarin Garden

- STORE HOURS -Mon. to Sat. 9:30 - 4:30 pm

COME AND VISIT US!!All proceeds go to Womans Life

Recovery Home (Abbotsford)

MISSION

INDOOR MOVING SALE7927 HERON ST

Sat Nov 20th 9am-2pmAntiques, Collectibles, Furniture, Tools, Toys,

Misc Items, Etc.

MISSION:

* RAIN OR SHINE *Huge Indoor Garage Sale

Sat & Sun, Nov 20 & 219am-4pm.

#9 - 33167 London Ave. Industrial area by Wayco FlooringSomething for everyone incl tools some antiques & household misc.


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Receive 1 Month FREE

Clean, Quiet & Spacious Suites

1 bdrm. $635 2 bdrms. $725

Close to Schools, Shopping & Transit. Laundry & Professional

Onsite Staff. Parking Avail.

To Arrange a Viewing Call 604-852-3501


Mountain Ridge ApartmentsClean, Quiet &

Spacious Suites.Great Location1 bdrm. $635

2 bdrms. $740Heat & H/W IncludedClose to amenities.

To Arrange a Viewing Call Mike 604-852-0424


Sunridge ApartmentsClean, Quiet &

Spacious Suites.Great Location1 bdrm. $635

2 bdrms. $740Heat & H/W IncludedClose to amenities.

To Arrange a Viewing Call Grace 604-504-7140

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TEMPO BRAND NEW LUXURY SUITES

33545 Rainbow Ave.Abbotsford

2 BD........................... $975/moAvail., Dec. 1st,

Alarm system✦ Close to food & shopping✦ 7 appl., self cleaning oven✦ Laminate fl oors, carpeted bdrm✦ Tiled kitchen & bath ✦ Gated parking, storage✦ Small pets welcome

Stratatech Property Management

Collin (604)703-6209 Chwkstratatechconsulting.ca

ABBOTSFORD

AVAILABLE

✦ 1 Bdrm - $605. Quiet building. MostlySeniors. Includes heat,

hot water & cable. NO PETS.

604 - 854 - 6307

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL2000 sf WAREHOUSE SPACE (with offi ce & 2 lofts). Near freeway. 604-859-3466ABBOTSFORD - attractive offi ce &/or Retail Spaces available. All lo-cated within Abbotsford’’s business core. Ph Frank@ Noort Investments 604-835-6300.ABBOTSFORD - HAIR SALON “ready to go”. Central, high expo-sure location. 1272 sq. ft. Call Frank @ Noort Investments.604-835-6300.ABBOTSFORD. Lrg bright 1500 s/f, warehouse & 2 offi ces with 500 s/f mezzanine, bathrm, 14’ bay door. Great loc, easy access, good expo-sure. Jan1. $1400. 604-850-7522. AUTOBODY SHOP, Mission for lease 2070 sq. ft., fully equipped and approved. High visibility, elec. sign, 10x12 o/h door, lighted, insul-lated. $1200 mo. 604-462-8859MISSION area. 800 SQ. FT. SHOP. Available immed. $450 + hst + hy-dro + gas. Security check and ref’’s. Call 604 820-8477, 604-820-0832RETAIL/OFFICE space for lease, 3500 s.f. #104-2485 W. Railway, Abbotsford. 604-850-7731WAREHOUSE/OFFICE space available immed. 2337 Townline Rd. Abbotsford. Call 604-854-5405.

715 DUPLEXES/4PLEXESHATZIC LAKE: 1 BDRM. small unit, at the Lake. $600/M. Call after 6 pm Ref’s. 604-820-9332/604-855-8169MISSION: 1400 S.F 2 bdrm. top fl r. duplex. $950/m. Call Rick 604-751-2340

730 MISC. FOR RENTMATSQUI, 800sf shop, 3 phase wiring, fully insulated, cement fl oor, Private Entrance, Avail Immed, (604)850-4871 (604)226-4871

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADSDEROCHE. Single wide mobile home site. Available immediately in family park. Pad fee is $250/mo. includes water & garbage. Contact 604-826-7976 for more details.

734 MODULAR HOMES

ABBOTSFORD 2866 UPLAND CRT. kit., 2 ba., 5 bdrms, big yd. $1400 + utils. Cls. to Discovery Trail & schls. 604-832-2051

736 HOMES FOR RENT2 BDM house for rent. Partly fenced yard. Good storage and offi ce nook. Renovated to new contemporary style. Small pets okay. $1,100/mth. Call 604-826-9339.ABBOTSFORD. 2 bdrm house. Fenced yard. 2 appls. N/S. $850/mo. Dec. 604-850-3598.ABBOTSFORD 3 bdrm. upper hse, Clean & bright, updated as new, lam fl rs, d/w, lrge treed back yd. Walk to 7 Oaks Mall & Mill Lake. Lrge deck w furn. Includes hs wire-less & classic cable. laundry, Avail immed. N/s pref. Ref reqd. 1140/mo Ph 604-855-1130 or 604-813-8775ABBOTSFORD 4 bdrm 2 full bath, by Mouat School, family rm, fenced bckyd $1450mo 604-308-4497ABBOTSFORD: 4 BDRM. 33510 Rainbow Ave. Avail. Dec. 1. Cls to freeway & UFV. 2 bdrm. suite up & same down. N/P. N/S. 604-859-1996 or 604-217-9273.ABBOTSFORD 4 bdrm. 7 appl. Hot tub, bar, dble. gar., full fi n. bsmnt. $1675mo. Dec.1. 604-302-9080Abbotsford. Blackham Dr 2200 s/f. 4 bdrms, 2 bthrm. Garage. $1600+ utils Shrd lndry. N/S. 604-807-7197.ABBOTSFORD Central, 3/bdrm 2/baths, 4 appl, dble garage, fnced backyard. Dec 1. 604-853-8861ABBOTSFORD, Crossley Dr. 4 bdrm house & 2 bdrm. N/P N/S. Now. 604-897-4151, 604-626-8091.ABBOTSFORD CTRL. 3 bdrm. 2 baths w/1 bdrm. downstairs, near all amen. $1400/mo. 778-552-4110ABBOTSFORD: EXEC. 3 storey, 5 bdrm. house on farm. Beautiful view, good neighbourhood, cls to school & town. Looking for Resp. long-term tenant. $2100/M. + utils. 604-850-7609.

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736 HOMES FOR RENTABBOTSFORD Farm house for rent 3 bdrms up & partially fi n bsmt. Cls to airport. Avail now. $1400/mo. Call: (604)832-0839.

ABBOTSFORD✭ $1500/mo - 2604 Parkview - 3 bdrm upper, fi nished down - rec room, den, bdrm. 2 bth, gas f/p, fenced yd, pets w/r, n/s avail now ✭ $1200/mo - 2638 Parkiew - 3 bdrm rancher, 1 bath, new win-dows, h/w fl oors, 4 appli, 1 car garage, pet w/r, n/s, avail now✭ $1150/mo - 32094 Mt Wad-dington - 3 bdrm, 1 bath, 4 appli, 1 car gar., n/s, pet w/r, avail now✭ $1000/mo - 2601 Langdon - 2 bdrm rancher, 4 appli. new paint, fl oor & bth, pet w/r, n/s, avail now Call Marilyn(604)855-7393

ABBOTSFORD nr Mt. Lehman Exit. 5bd 2lvl house, 3baths, 3000 sq/ft, avl Dec 1st. $1600. 604-309-4582.

ABBOTSFORDSUMAS - 2 bdrm ground level suite, open kitchen living space, F/S own W/D , great family neigh-bourhood looking for long term tenants. $800/mo.+ utils2 BED 2 BATH condo (Corrina Crt ) main fl oor outside ent, w/d, f/s, d/w, pet OK! $975/mo. ABBOTSFORD PLACE - George Ferguson & Gladwin, 2 BDRM APTS, f/s d/w, laundry on every fl oor, Pets OK, Assistance wel-come.$750 & $825/mo + utilsMISSION3 BED 2 BATH HOUSE (upper), f/s ,d/w, family & living rooms, nice back yard & deck, seperate w/d, responsible couple down-stairs...$1100 month incls util

Good references are a must!Call Sherri (604)855-7393

ABBOTSFORD. Updated 3 bdrm. rancher, fam rm, +1 bdrm suite. Fcd yd. Ns/np $1500/mo. 604-807-6477ALDERGROVE, 3 bdrm rancher on 1 acre lot. 2 baths, lots prk, avail. now. $1495/mth.Call 604-825-4479

CENTURY 21 ACE AGENCIES LTD.

Extended Family Home ~ 3 bed + 1 bed plus den down. 6 appli, 2 baths, 2 f/p, 2 kit, fenced yard, dbl garage. N/P N/S $1400.00Country Style Living ~ 2 bd, 1 bth rancher on large lot, fenced yrd sngle gar.,lrge wood deck, f/s, w/d hook-ups, N/P N/S $1100.00Family Home Clearbrook ~ Walk to Mouat, 4 bd, 1 full & 2 1/2 baths, family room, f/p, laundry hook-ups, f/s, Clean fenced yard N/P N/S $1250.00Blue Jay Townhouse ~ 3 bd, 2.5 bth, dbl gar, end unit eat-in kit. 6 appli, gas f/p, pet considered, N/S $1250.00Southern Dr.- 3 bd 2 bath db garage, fam. rm/den 2 fp. 2 level deck fenced yard. Walk to Blue Jay elem. N/P N/S $1600.00East Abby - 3 level split. 3 bed, 2 bath, gas fp, 5 appl. Car port. Stone patio & shed. Walk to Prince Charles elem. Not a drive by. N/P N/S $1250.00

CALL: (604)853-2718

CLEARBROOK. 2 bdrm hosue with bsmt. Available now. $1050/mo. Refs. req. Call 604-897-9189.CLEARBROOK 4 bdrm hse, 24x26 detached garage nr park shch NS/NP Jan 1. $1500. 604-855-1179HATZIC: 4 bdrm, 3.5 baths, fam/rm, liv/rm, all appls, 1 acre lot. $1500. Avail Dec 1st, Baljit 604-826-4280, Jag 778-549-0223

Hawthorne St. South Abbots-ford ~ 3 bed and den, rec. rm., large deck, single garage, corner lot $1400.Lincoln Ave. Abbotsford ~ 4 bedroom, 2 bath fully renovated house with detached shop, deck, fenced yard, easy freeway ac-cess. $1600.Fairlane Cres ~ 5 bedroom, 2 bath house, fr, st, laundry hook-up, carport, huge deck. Pets/smoking ok. $1250.St. Moritz East Abbotsford ~ 4 bed., 3 bath, 5 appliances, 3 decks with views, dbl. garage. $1600.


604-504-RENT

MATSQUI. 4 bdrm, 2 bath, 6 appls, sml patio, prkg. N/S. Gd cond. Now $1275/mo+ utils. 604-302-9080MISSION 3 BDRM rancher, reno’d. priv fnced yard, gas f/p, n/s pet neg $1250+utils 604-556-9361 lve msgMISSION 5 bdrm house w/2 bdrm suite avail Dec 1. 2 kitchens, 2 baths, laundry plus private yard. $1500. Call Mike 604-751-0755.

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736 HOMES FOR RENTMISSION 3 bedroom house on 7 acre property. Fantastic home for the family includes all appliances, hot tub, vaulted ceiling and so much more. $1800........ Or rent or rent-to-own a new 2 bedroom mobile home in a business park in Aldergrove. Brand new with all appliances. Call Stephen at 778-908-0245 (no smoking/pets).MISSION 5 BDRM, Large lot, RV prking, new kitchen, bath, & paint in every room, h/w fl rs, large laundry room, & work shop in full bsmnt, h/w heat, big yard, large back porch & deck. Close to Rec Centre, Schools, Dwntwn, WCE, n/s n/p, 3 refs req’d $1500/mo 604 826 4932MISSION Cedar St. 3 bdrm. on 1 acre, fenced yard, out building and corrals for horses. w/d, $1200 be-side elem. scl. Now 604-418-6654MISSION,IMMACULATE 3 BDRM,1 bath, 2 LVL HSE, unfi n bsmt, Heron St. n/s, n/p, Avail Dec. 1st or 15th $1300/MO 778-988-6909

TOP PRODUCERS REALTY LTD

MISSION:Cherry: 3 brm 2 bath rancher avail NOW! Sm. pet OK $1200/mHillcrest: 3 brm + rec rm duplex avail NOW! Sm pet OK, $1050/mRaven: 6 brm 2 kitchen home completely reno’d avail Dec. n/p, No lease, lrge priv yard, $1700/mMyrtle: 3 brm upper level avail Dec 1st. Pets OK, Rent includes utilities. $1250/mThird Ave: (Top and Bottom) 3 bdrm upper level in heritage home avail NOW! Pets OK, sep laundry $1150. 2 brm bsmnt suite avail as well for $750. Full house avail at $1700/mMcEwen: 2 brm upper level avail NOW! New carpets, immaculate, sep laundry, n/p, $975 + % utilsKudo: 2 brm suite avail NOW! New & bright. No w/d, n/p, $800ABBOTSFORD:Olympia: Executive 5 brm plus rec room home in highly de-sirable McMillan area avail NOW!Immaculate, fully renovated, pri-vate yard. N/p. No lease $2500Vye Rd: 3 brm 1 bath fully reno-vated rancher avail Dec 1st. 1 car garage, n/p, no lease required.Rossland: 5 brm house with 2 baths and 2 kitchens avail Dec 1st. Fully renovated, n/p, no lease req.. Cent. loc. $1500/m

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741 OFFICE/RETAIL

MEDICAL OFFICE SPACEBRAND NEW MEDICAL offi ce

space available $600/M. Includes reception. Great McCallum Rd. location, pharmacy in building. Ideal for Massage Therapist, Ultrasound Tech, Nutritionist.

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746 ROOMS FOR RENT

Diamond Head Motor Inn

Best Price in two decades2 BEDS - 1 ROOM,

KITCHENETTE EVERYDAY CLEANING,

FREE COFFEE, WIRELESS INTERNET

N/P, Weekly & Monthly rooms. Mission, Call 604-826-8144

747 RV PADSWINTERIZED RV SITES $315/mo incl water/sewer, heated wash-rooms, free showers, metered elec., laundry, phone/satellite available, nr conv. store/post offi ce. 20 mins east of Mission Hwy #7 (604)826-2741

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATIONABBOTSFORD. Furn. 1 bdrm. Near hospital, suit professional/student. $450. Avail. now. 604-850-6807.MISSION MATURE NON PARTIER pref. female to share upper fl r, 2 pri-vate rooms for you (10X11 & 9X9), sep. bath, bright & spacious com-mon area, prkng, close to hospital $400/mo Call chad (604)751-2382

749 STORAGE

ABBOTSFORD/LANGLEY(4) separate & private 2700sf, spaces for rent at 141 Ross Rd. Each one has a level, free span cement fl oor meas-uring 83’ x 33’ with 12’ ceiling and 16’ sectional door. Excel-lent location, close to Abbots-ford airport and Aldergrove border crossing. Only $1100/mo. incl., reasonable electric use.

Call Gary (604)793-5055 Stratatech Consulting Ltd.

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ABBOTSFORD. Large storage shed $650/M. Great for RV, boat etc. 604-504-0275/778-552-6044.LOCKABLE STORAGE/WORK-SHOP spaces. 20’ X 40’, drive in. Small sizes avail. 6 a.m. -10 p.m. access. Chase Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. 604-826-2383

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749 STORAGE

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750 SUITES, LOWERABBOTSFORD 1 or 2 bdrm suite, utils. & cable, nr. buses. Lam. fl oor, 604-996-9544/556-3898.ABBOTSFORD 2bd g/lvl ste in exc cond, avl now, ns/np, n/laund, $650 incl utils/basic cable. 604-897-2907.Abbotsford. 2 bdrm bright newly re-no’d. grd lvl ste. $775 utils incl. w/d. N/P. N/S. Now. 604-557-8785.ABBOTSFORD. 2 BDRM BSMT suite. Phone 604-746-1513 or 604-615-0510. Abbotsford: 2 BDRM., cls. to all amenities. Avail. now. N/S. N/P. $650/M. incl. utils. 604-825-4130.ABBOTSFORD: 2 BDRM.. No in-side smoking. No pets.. Laundry. 604-309-4450/778-551-0078/778ABBOTSFORD. 2 Bdrm ste, avail Dec 1. No lndry, NS/NP. $700/mo incl utils. Looking for clean quiet re-sponsible person. 604-557-0748.ABBOTSFORD, 3/bdrm bsmt suite, 2 full bthrms, near schools & Apollo gym, N/S, N/P. $900/mo. No laun-dry. Avail Dec 1. (604)853-0988ABBOTSFORD Beautiful 2bdr ste with view, lrg patio, full bath, $775 incl heat/elec. N/Parties. N/S. Sorry no pets. Avail now. 604-852-6111.ABBOTSFORD. Blueridge area. 3 bdrm, 1 full bath. N/S. N/P. Nr all amens. Avail Dec. 1. Incls utils. 778-242-9099 or 604-854-4441ABBOTSFORD, Blueridge Drive. Legal 2 bdrm bsmt. Nr schl & gym. Avail immed. N/S. N/P. $700/mo. 604-851-7705 or 778-808-7809.ABBOTSFORD clean 1 bdrm. N/S N/P, no dogs, no cable. Lndry incl’d, near all amens & SevenOaks. Avail now. $600 incl utils. 604-825-4630ABBOTSFORD, Clean 1/bdrm suite. Cl to shopping, rec ctr. N/S, N/P. $550/mo. (604)615-3716ABBOTSFORD Clean 2 bdrm. suite, near UFV. Sh ldry. $850/mo + 1/3 util. Ns/np. Dec 1 604-807-6477ABBOTSFORD Clean 2bdrm suites 1 near Rotary Stadium & 1 in farm area. Reas rents. 604-854-9544.

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750 SUITES, LOWERABBOTSFORD E; 1 lrg bright bdrm inste lndry, safe area, cls to frwy, Avail now. NS/NP 604-852-8280

ABBOTSFORD EAST. 2 bdrm 1000 sq.ft bsmt suite, grd. lvl. Very clean & bright. 5 appls. Inste W/D. Satel-lite TV. Suit resp. couple. (No yard). N/S. N/P. Refs req. $900/mo. Avail Dec. 1. Call 778-908-5159.

ABBOTSFORD EAST: nr. new 2 bdrm. abv. grd legal suite, in suite laund., gas f/p. Priv. ent, cov. patio, amazing view. $850/M. incl. utils. N/S. N/P. Avail. Dec. 1st. 778-878-0494

ABBOTSFORD E. Sandy Hills. 2 bdrm legal max 968 s.f. bsmt. 7yr, all grnd lvl, lrg wind F/S/DW/WD full bath oak cab, lrg fncd yrd, 2 drs, cvrd patio, c/d/s, bus, n/s, n/p, $950 util incl/int. Now. 604-308-0220

ABBOTSFORD: Fairfi eld. Large 2 bdrm suite. Nr school. N/S. N/P. Avl now. 604-852-3843.604-807-4224.

ABBOTSFORD: LGE. 2 bed. suite Lev. ent., central, laundry. $760/M. + utils. Ref’s. N/P N/S 604-859-7376/604-854-9769.

ABBOTSFORD, McCallum Rd. Nr. UFV. Legal 3 bdrm bsmt suite. Avi-al. immed. utils. incl. 604-504-0772.

ABBOTSFORD: NEW 1 BDRM. suite nr. UFV incl utils & laund. $675. N/S. N/P. 604-853-5644.

Abbotsford: NEW 2 BDRM., kitch-en, full bath. $800 incl. utils. Avail. Dec. 1. 604-853-4050

ABBOTSFORD new 4 or 6 bdrm., 2 or 3 baths, all appl. H/W fl rs., f/p, ja-cuzzi, alarm, a/c, N/S N/P. $1500 or $2200. Dec. 1. 604-302-9080

ABBOTSFORD. NEW large 2 bdrm. N/S, N/P. No lndry. $750/mo incl utils/cable. Avail. 604-309-2627.

ABBOTSFORD *NEW* Sandyhill area, Bright 1 bdrm abv grnd, 4 yr old, 5 appl, smoke outside. Immed. $720 incl hydro. 604-855-3398

ABBOTSFORD nr McMillan schl, sm 1 bdrm bachelor suite, NS/NP. $500 incl cble/lndry. 604-803-2432

Abbotsford Sandpiper 1 bdrm + den, $650 incl utils. No ldry. NS/NP no drugs 604-853-3013, 724-0440

ABBOTSFORD: Sandy Hill. Spac 2 bdrm ste, priv entry & own laundry. NS/NP. Avail immed. Nr all amens. 604-864-9146 or 604-825-0440.

ABBOTSFORD: Townline area. New 2 bdrm bsmt. suite. Close to all level of schools. F/S. N/P. N/S. 604-864-0326

ABBOTSFORD Townline, nr Apollo 2 bd g/l, daylight, pri entr, 2 prkg, nr amens & trans, ns/np, n/lndry, avail now $675 incl hydro. 604-309-6322.

ABBOTSFORD west. New 1 bdrm bach ste, quiet area. ns/np, $525 incl utils. 604-807-2392 / 897-0359

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750 SUITES, LOWERALDERGROVE 2 bdrm., 1 bath-room, newly reno’d suite. Internet,cable, all bills included. Sharedlaundry, good parking. Pets andsmoking negotiable. Close walk toeverything in Aldergrove. $950 ne-gotiable. Call 1-604-907-1060CLEARBROOK, 2 bdrm bsmt ste.NS/NP. $625/mth. Avail. immed.778-552-3938 or 604-854-5107.CLEARBROOK. Fully reno’d 1 bdmbsmt. suite. Near hwy & all amen.N/p, n/s. $650/mo. incl. utils/cable.Avail. now. Jas @ 604-897-1597E ABBY, 1 bdrm. bst. suite, veryclean, 1 year old suite, n/s,n/p quietarea, inc. util, cable, $640, 604-746-4600E. ABBY Large 1 BR legal ste $750ns np sep entry. Incl UTIL/CBL/ NET in-ste lndry 604-308-0161MAPLE RIDGE EAST - WHON-NOCK 1125 sq ft, 2 bdrm on QUIETNON SMOKING acreage, 5 appl,gas f/p, own driveway & patio.WELL CARED FOR small to medsize fi xed pet ok, 2 max. $960 incl gas & hydro. Avail Dec. 15. Refs req’d. 604-462-0119MISSION: 1 BDRM, suite. N/S. N/P.Avail. now. Nr. schools $600 inclcable.604-826-1346/ 604-226-1346.MISSION 1 or 2 BDRM, suits resp. adult, n/s, n/p $650 or $800 inclutils/cable (604)820-9668MISSION 2 BDRM, College Heightsarea, newer hse, n/s n/p, avail now$800/mo incl utils 604-302-4376MISSION 2 bdrm. suite, $740 mo.includes utilities. N/S N/P. Availablenow. 604-826-2482, 778-245-2954MISSION 2 or 3 bdrm, clse to schls,n/p, $800-$950 + d.d., incl utils & cable, avail now. 604-864-1683MISSION a farm & SHOP, 1 bd or bach furn/unfurn prkg/wd/tv/cbl/ph,pool, $600 inclusive. 604-826-3874MISSION: BACHELOR SUITE withkitchen, 2 appli. Near school & college. Available now. N/S, N/P.604-820-3931 ~ 604-832-3623MISSION bright & clean 2 bdrm,lv/kit combo. nr 3rd & Stave, in suitew/d, n/s, n/p, suits 1 or 2 people $750/mo. incl utils (604)826-0003 MISSION CLEAN, BRIGHT 1 bdrm suits quiet prof., NON SMOKER NOPARTIES W/D, cable, util incl $600Ref’’s. 604-826-2096MISSION, LARGE 1 bdrm, grnd lvl. Approx 900 sf, newly reno’d, gasF/P, own w/d, sep ent, utils inclNS/NP. Phone 604-615-8171.MISSION large 2 bdrm basementsuite, College Heights area, dw, wd,incl utilities/parking, vacant, cov-ered patio, ns/n/p 604-961-2102MISSION New 2bdrm,near schools,avail Dec. 1st n/s, n/p $750/mo.utilsincl (604)814-3570 604-832-1610

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non-perishable items until Friday, December 17th, 2010.

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keyless entry #AH7521A.............NOW $9,9952006 Kia SportageV6, FWD, 1 owner, AC, power group, alloys,

keyless entry #AA515871A ......NOW $12,9882006 Toyota Corolla55 kms, auto, air, power group,

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‘06 PONTIAC GRAND PRIXV6 auto, 4dr, loaded#STP6322....$7995

‘05 CHEV VENTURE VAN7 pass, V6 auto,local#STP5331....$2495

‘05 PONTIAC SUNFIRE auto, 4dr, local

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‘04 ACURA TLauto, loaded, local, low K

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‘01 HYUNDAI2 dr. auto,

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‘00 JEEP GRND CHEROKEEauto, 4X4, local, Aircared

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‘00 MAZDA MPV DXV6, auto, 7 pass.

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‘99 CHEV S10 4X4Ext cab, V6 auto, 135K

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‘99 NISSAN PATHFINDERV6, 5 spd, local, 4x4#STP9654....$4995

‘97 FORD TAURUS SWauto, V6

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‘95 NISSAN PATHFINDERauto, 4x4, Aircare, low K

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‘95 JEEP CHEROKEE4x4 4 dr. V6, auto, full load

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750 SUITES, LOWER

MT. LEHMAN AREA. 1 bdrm suite, sep ent. 6 appls. alarm own w/d, extra storage. A/C. $700 incl. hydro & cable. Dec. 1. 604-864-9500.

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751 SUITES, UPPER

ABBOTSFORD 1 bdrm suite on Sumas Way near DQ. Avail Dec. 1 Util incl. N/P. N/S. 778-245-4681.

ABBOTSFORD. 3 BDRM, laundry, fenced backyrd. Central loc. N/P. N/S. $1050/mo. + utils. 604-859-7376 or 604-854-9769.

ABBOTSFORD W. 3 bdrm, 2 baths, 5 appls, F/P, lndry, liv/fam rm, s/deck, fncd yrd, dble gar. NS/NP $1110/mo. Dec 1st. 604-377-3195.

CLEARBROOK. 3 bdrm upper fl oor, $875/mth. NS/NP. Immed. 778-552-3938 or 604-854-5107

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MISSION 2 Bdrm, lrge deck, nice yard, n/s n/p, share w/d nr. Hurd & 14th $1150. incl util (604)826-0003

MISSION; 3 BDRM. 2 washrooms., cent. loc. Nice neighbourhood. $1200/M. utils incl. 604-302-3160

MISSION, 3 bdrm main fl r, quiet area, shrd lndry, utils & alarm sys-tem. Pets negot. Refs. req. $1250/mth. (604)832-0598.

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P ABBOTSFORD E. 2 bdrm, 1100 s/f. quiet home. Off st. lit prkg. N/S. 1 cat ok. $750+1/2 util. 604-308-1328. [email protected]

752 TOWNHOUSES

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818 CARS - DOMESTIC

1994 CAMARO, red, 5 spd, loaded, 180K’s. A/C’d to April 2011. Runs very well $4900. 604-462-9306

1996 DODGE NEON 4/dr, auto, AirCared, $750. 604-855-9587.

1997 BUICK PARK AVE. Ultra, every optiun, s/roof, H.U.D., Immac cond, 117K. $6500. 778-565-1097

1997 GRAND AM 4 dr auto, loaded, 157K’s. A/C’d to Oct. 2012. Runs very well $2500. Ph: 604-462-9306

2001 BUICK LE SABRE. Looks like new, fully loaded, Michelin tires. 96K mi. $3700 obo. 604-850-8475

2001 Buick LESABRE “LTD” Estate sale. 129K sunroof h/leather seats, like new $6700 obo. 604-593-5072

2003 FORD FOCUS sdn 109K, 5 spd, new battery & clutch, power doors /locks, cd, a/c excell cond., Aircared till March 2012, full set of winter tires on steel rims included $4850 obo (604)855-7841

2008 Dodge Caliber SXT, auto, load-ed, htch bk, 49,900 km, red, ex cond $10,900. (604)793-5520 DL5961

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821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS1988 300E Mercedes Benz, black, leather, auto., $2500 obo. (604)858-09461995 HONDA ACCORD EX 5/spd very clean, sedan, 222K. Extras incl alarm & 2 sets of summer & winter tires/rims. $4700. 604-858-4107.2000 JETTA. RED 2L. Runs good. some body work needed. 260K. First $3500 (fi rm) takes. 604-882-0411 or 604-854-4782. 2000 NISSAN MAXIMA SE 210K no acc’d, Exc cond Receipts Leath-er Sunroof $5700. 604-855-09632001 SUBARU LEGACY, 4 cyl, au-to., AWD, white, $5000. Call (604)819-7272

2003 VW GOLF 2L. Loaded only 15.700 Kms. $11,000. 604-852-5719 or 604-308-2963.

2010 MAZDA 3 hatchback, 14,000k, a/c, tilt steering, cloth in-terior, 1 owner, rust colour, $19,500. Call (604)847-0514

827 VEHICLES WANTED

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838 RECREATIONAL/SALE

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2007 ADVENTURER 90RDS

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847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

1995 SUZUKI SIDEKICK 4x4 4dr auto, all power options, Aircared till Oct. 2011, mechanic owned, 186K runs great $3950 obo (604)820-5584 or 604-826-9319

1997 CHEVY BLAZER 4X4, sun-roof, Air Cared, new rad & transmis-sion. $2900 obo. 604-826-9279

851 TRUCKS & VANS

1983 F150 FORD, 3/4 ton, with canopy, clean box, seats 6. No rust. $1800. Call (604)869-2142

1991 TOYOTA pickup, 3.3L, 5sp, canopy, box liner, hitch, 4 winter tires, well maint, aircared, $2600 obo. (604)796-0765

1997 JEEP Cherokee Sport SUV Blue, 218,000KM, 4 DR, Automatic, 4x4, Tape Player (needs tlc), Air Conditioning (Needs Serviced), Dual Airbags, Tilt, Premium Wheels & Tires, New Radiator and Brakes. Tow Package also included. $4500 OBO You can contact Keith or Kar-in @ 604-536-5799 [email protected]

1998 GMC CLUB CAB 4.3 Vortec, 5spd trans, air, alarm syst, CD, under 300K, needs some TLC, good daily runner. 604-794-5815.

2000 DODGE GR. CARAVAN, V6, auto, ps/pb, cruise, A/C. Ex. cond. AirCared. $3450. 604-854-6673

2002 Chev 2500 HD, Silverado, gd cond., green ext/tan int, 225k, alum rack/rails, reg. maint $11,000 obo. Must sell! (604)794-5832

818 CARS - DOMESTIC

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851 TRUCKS & VANS

2002 FORD ESCAPE XLT. Fully loaded, auto, 1 owner, exc. cond, looks great. $8500. 604-889-0593

2002 FORD F150 XLT 4X2 s/c. One owner, extra clean, white. 4.6 efi , 4 spd. auto O/D, 4 dr. w/fl airside bed, f.g. bed cover. XLT special ap-pearance pkg, cast alum. wheels. $8000. Daytime/Evening 604-746-7472.

2003 FORD WINDSTAR, fully load-ed, Aircrd, looks new, runs good, Asking $1,950. obo. (604)504-0932.

2004 Ford F150, XL Triton, V8, long box w/bed liner, tow pkg, a/c. New tires, 237k, $9500 (604)392-7553

2004 FORD SPORT-TRAC. F/load. 145K. No accid. well kept. $12,900. or part trade. 604-217-6651.

2005 PONTIAC MONTANA SV6, 7 passenger, pristine cond, low km’s, $7900 obo. private (778)565-1097

2006 GMC SIERRA 1500 4.3L 6/cyl, longbox, canopy, roof rack, 107K, clean, god cond, well maint. Must sell! $9900/obo.604-850-7522

2008 FORD RANGER Supercab5 spd, jump seats, 85K, A/C, CD, well maint, exc cond! Must sell. $11,500/obo. Call 604-850-7522.

2008 Ford Ranger XLT 4x4, super-cab, 4.0L engine, auto, cruise, red metallic paint, a/c, trler tow pckg, 9500km, $18,500. (604)795-3483

2009 Ford Ranger FX4, off road, super cab , loaded. 29,000km. Take over payments at 0% fi n. thru Ford Credit. $19,000obo 604-796-3056

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818 CARS - DOMESTIC

In the matter of the Ware-houseman’s Lien Act. Pacifi c

Mini Storage at 33861 King Rd., Abbotsford, B.C.

claims a Warehouseman’s Lien against the following persons goods left in storage at Pacifi c Mini Storage. If not paid in full on or before Dec.18, 2010 the goods will be sold or disposed of on Dec. 28, 2010

Bau-Glen Holdings#235..........$474.00Date of Lease...... June 1, 2009Date of Lien......... Nov. 16, 2010

Cindy Munro#310.........$162.00Date of Lease.....May 2, 2002Date of Lien.......Nov. 16, 2010

Patricia Haney#206 & #27........$166.00Date of Lease.........Sept. 7, 1989Date of Lien............Nov. 16, 2010

Michael Osborne#149..............$156.00Date of Lease.........Sept. 7, 1999Date of Lien............Nov. 16, 2010

Deau Burke#129...............$255Date of Lease......March 14, 2003Date of Lien.........Nov. 16, 2010

Dave Stevens#174..............$174.00Date of Lease......July 22, 2000Date of Lien.........Nov. 16, 2010

William Oar#447...........$246Date of Lease......March 17, 2006Date of Lien.........Nov. 16, 2010

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

Notice is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of Kenneth Verne Almond, deceased, formerly of 105-1450 McCallum Road, Abbotsford, B.C., V2S 4N5, are required to send full particulars of such claims to the undersigned execu-trix, c/o Dhindsa Palmer, #1-33775 Essendene Avenue, Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H1, on or before the 18th day of December, 2010, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received. Karen Lynn McDonald,Executrix, Dhindsa Palmer, Solicitors.

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818 CARS - DOMESTIC


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For the second year in a row, the Abbotsford News is asking i ts readers to ident i fy the Top 100 Most Inf luent ia l People in the c i t y.

But being inf luent ia l doesn’t mean you have to be famous. Ever yone is e l ig ible for the l ist . Whi le local pol i t ic ians and business leaders receive plent y of t ime in the spot l ight , teachers, coaches and volunteers a lso shape our communit y.

Anyone who has been a mentor, a suppor ter or who made a dif ference is e l ig ible.

“We are not just looking for communit y leaders, but for teachers, for those unsung heroes – people who don’t normal ly seek the spot l ight but deser ve to be recognized,”

explained Abbotsford News publ isher Andrew Frankl in.

The l ist was created last year and more than 100 names were put forward. A judging process wi l l be under taken and a new l ist wi l l be created.

“ It ’s impor tant to put this l ist together based on reader input because we want to seek out those people who we don’t know about,” said Frankl in. “There wi l l l ikely be many new names on this year ’s l ist as some people are moved off.”

Nominat ion forms are avai lable inside edit ions of The Abbotsford News and The Abbotsford News Dai ly as wel l as onl ine at facebook.com/myabbynews.

Nominat ion forms can be dropped off or

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But you had better hurr y, the deadl ine for nominat ions is Nov. 26 at 5 p.m.

“This is h ighly coveted l ist . People are real ly excited about i t . I th ink of i t as Abbotsford ’s vers ion of the For tune 500. We are l ist ing the top 100 people in Abbotsford who make a dif ference and hopeful ly, th is wi l l inspire others to do even more.”


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The Abbotsford Business Excellence Awards have been our business community’s way of recognizing those individuals, businesses and organizations that go far beyond the ordinary.

Whether it is a new enterprise just starting to make its mark, an industry leader that shows head and shoulders above the rest or a well established business that just keeps getting better, this is a celebration to highlight the success of all the nominees.

The high calibre of the nominees makes it a formidable task for our judges to select a recipient in each category. In fact, all nominees should be equally proud of their accomplishments and feel truly honoured, for to be distinguished by one’s peers is the most meaningful form of recognition.

Congratulations to all this year’s nominees on behalf of the Business Excellence Committee.

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Chamber of Commerce executive director David D. Hull with the coveted award.


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The 15th annual Business Excellence Awards night – Wednesday, Nov. 24 this year – is shaping up to be another success.

Almost 400 tickets have already been sold, and about 500 guests are expected at Tradex for an evening of top-quality dining by CTC Catering, decor by Valley Weddings and corpo-rate entertainment by musical comedian Todd Butler.

David D. Hull, executive director of the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce, says it is sure to be another fine evening of showcasing the best in local business.

“Abbotsford has a really vibrant, thriving business community. They are a spirited entre-preneurial lot. A lot of that is reflected in the Business Excellence Awards: the number of nominations that we receive, the number that participate, the people who come out for the event.”

To be as fair as possible in determining the recipients of each award, the format for judging was changed three years ago to an interview with each nominee, as opposed to an application package only.

“What we’ve done is taken the subjectivity out of it,” says Hull.

Each business owner submits a 250-word description of his or her company, the company logo, and attends a 20-minute interview with a panel of three judges from the Chamber of Commerce. Before they arrive for their inter-views, nominees get a list of the questions in order to level the playing field.

About 120 businesses were nominated for a coveted glass trophy this year.

Simply being nominated shines a great light on

the quality of a business, says Hull, and deciding between nominees in each category is always a struggle for the judges.

Unlike many interviews in the business world, however, interviewing nominees for these awards is always a good time, both for the business own-ers and especially the judges.

“They really enjoy it and they take it so seri-ously,” says Goldie VanGarderen, event coordina-tor for the Chamber. “One group was in here for an hour and a half trying to deliberate. They had three (businesses) in mind, and they couldn’t decide which one they wanted to choose.”

There are 10 categories for this year’s Business Excellence Awards:

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Agricultural and Agri-Business Excellence Sponsored by: TD Canada Trust Agriculture

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the Year Sponsored by: The Rotary Clubs of Abbotsford

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Musical comedian/satirist Todd Butler will bring his quick wit and impressive guitar skills to Tradex this month for the entertainment portion of the Business Excellence Awards.

Butler is a self-described Weird Al Yankovic meets This Hour Has 22 Minutes hybrid who likes to riff on local and national politics as well as Canadian trivia in general.

“I poke fun at people in the news, like Tiger Woods and Conrad Black, that kind of stuff,” he said.

Butler’s latest number, which he’s currently working on from his home in Courtenay, B.C., is a ribbing of our recently resigned premier, called What if Gord Was One of Us?

Despite the heavy slant toward political humour in his routine, Butler said it’s not a partisan view; everyone’s made fun of equally.

It’s good, clean fun though.Doing corporate entertainment

is one of Butler’s favourite kinds

of shows because he gets to be funny without lowering the bar for an inebriated club audience.

“I found that I had enough mate-rial that was funny and clean, which is basically what they want,” he said. “With comedians, you never know what you’re getting, especially with stand-up, and the last thing 300 bankers and their wives or husbands want to hear is somebody swearing and doing off-colour jokes.”

Being only one in a handful of professional comedians in the corporate circuit, Butler said he gets a lot of gigs, such as the B.C. Municipalities Convention two years ago, where he won over the crowd.

In addition to his jokes, Butler appeals to most audiences with his impressive finger-picking and flat-picking numbers which he’s been perfecting as a professional guitarist and teacher for the past 40 years.

He can even play Dueling Banjos behind his head.

Getting into the comedy side of performing wasn’t a big leap for the guy who has always seen the world from a skewed perspective.

Starting in high school, he played in bands seven nights a week, and found that if he changed the words to well-known songs, he’d get a laugh… and occasionally threatened.

“Bikers don’t like it too much when you mess with Born to Be Wild,” he said with a laugh.

Some CBC radio listeners may remember Butler from his days as a host and performer in Madly Off In All Directions, but these days he’s back to his roots, doing his comedy for live audiences.

“I try to pick songs that every-body knows… It tends to be more on the country and folk side, but I also parody AC/DC songs, and that kind of stuff. The whole show is little snippets that all kind of tie together. It’s very much like stand-up with a guitar.”

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‘One of the best nights I can remember’It was Oscar night last

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The long-standing local company was among the win-ners at the 14th Abbotsford Business Excellence Awards, taking the Established Business of the Year award, sponsored by the Abbotsford News.

The firm’s Calvin Toews called it “exciting” and likened the experience to a Hollywood triumph.

“It’s like winning an Academy Award, that’s how cool it was over there,” Toews said of the 2009 event at Tracex. “It was one of the best nights I can remember.”

He said the award has sig-nificantly enhanced the pro-file of the Toews business, a family operation with a staff of five, which was already something of an institution in the Fraser Valley.

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Toews shop has offered sales and repair services for sew-ing machines and pianos.

By continuing to specialize in the finer points of both fields, Toews said his shop is able to offer a degree of expertise sometimes lacking in an era of big-box retailers and disposable products – a quality he believes was key to winning last year’s award.

“Focusing in on a thing and sticking with it, I think that’s what it’s all about,” Toews said. “There are about 8,800 parts in a piano, which is something not everyone knows about.”

The trophy is on prominent display at the Toews shop at 2518A Clearbrook Road. While there’s no hard evi-dence how much the award may have improved business, Toews suspects it probably has.

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Chocolatier ‘Silly Bonka’ nominatedPhil Bonk had a good life with a wife, three

kids and a job as an accountant, but there was one thing he couldn’t have – candy.

A diabetic his whole life, Bonk couldn’t have sugar, though he’s always had a sweet tooth.

But then five years ago he got the idea to give up bean counting and learn every aspect of making gum drops and candy apples in his own business.

“I’ve always loved candy because I couldn’t have it,” he said. “Part of the thing was to actually make a good candy that diabetics would like.”

So naturally his three kids, ages nine, 12 and 14, were delighted when their dad opened J-B’s Candy Shoppe on Pauline Street.

They got to drop in after school to see how business was going and test the product.

Bonk learned how to make chocolate, including the sugar-free variety, and also caramel, fudge, and candy of all kinds.

Though some of his sweets are imported, the candy man makes about 75 per cent of everything he sells.

Jelly beans, taffy, suckers, truffles, caramel corn – you name it, you can find it at J-B’s Candy Shoppe.

It’s no coincidence he’s become affection-ately known by some of his loyal customers as ‘Silly Bonka,’ the talented chocolatier.

Truffles are his favourite treat to make.The original recipe was from an expert

chocolatier in Creston, which he then

tweaked to make his own.“I had to turn the temp up a little bit and

cook them a little longer to get the same texture and consistency,” he said. “With chocolate, sometimes it’ll bloom and you just don’t know why. You could do the same thing at a different location or a different altitude and it’ll turn out differently. It’s a funny little temperate item.”

Chocolate makes up the majority of sales, but about 20 per cent of customers come in for the ice cream.

In terms of wholesale, caramel corn is his number one seller.

Bonk’s personal favourite is the irresistible caramel pretzel twist, though he knows he shouldn’t sample them too often.

It wasn’t all sweet times from the start, of course, but Bonk said this year J-B’s Candy Shoppe has “turned that corner.”

Priding himself on being a truly local sup-plier, he uses as many locally sourced ingre-dients as possible, including apples to make candy apples from Willow View Farm and the Apple Barn, here in Abbotsford.

In recognition of his success, Bonk’s venture has been nominated for Established Business of the Year (1-19 Employees) for the 2010 Abbotsford Business Excellence Awards.

“I was quite surprised, and thankful, of course, that a little shop like ours would be nominated,” he said, before getting back to his latest batch of fudge. Phil Bonk with a tray of his sweet wares from J-B’s Candy Shoppe.


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The Whatcom Road fishing supplies firm took the trophy at the 2009 Abbotsford Business Excellence Awards, after having won for customer service the year before.

And Reaction’s Terry Skipper said the boost to his business, though difficult to measure, is not in doubt.

“It’s definitely had an impact, no question,” Skipper said. “In our minds it’s a fairly sig-nificant award, and we proudly display it.”

The six-year-old business offers a wide range of fishing tackle and fly-tying equipment in retail sales, as well as wholesale to other retailers. It also offers regular courses and seminars – interest in women’s-only “casting clinics” has surged, he said.

Skipper said its success in the awards competition is likely the

result of a strong emphasis on customer service, and ensuring it kept its staff of five fully employed through the recession.

“We did everything in our power not to lay anyone off,” he said. “There are not too many businesses who would put their employees first, and we did that in spades.”

In addition to serving as an impressive piece of shop decora-tion, the awards have allowed for greater opportunities in networking in the business commu-nity, he said.

“There’s definitely more visibility there.”

Skipper said he would strongly encourage non-members to consider joining the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce for the same reasons.

The benefits are there for busi-nesses “of all sizes,” he said.

As for the possibility of stepping into the winners’ circle one more time? Skipper said it’s somebody else’s turn.

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Campbell’s has a sweet businessWhen Judy Campbell learned that

Campbell’s Gold Honey Farm and Meadery had been nominated for an Abbotsford Business Excellence Award in the agri-business category, she was “surprised.”

Upon reflection, Judy is just as sur-prised to be helping to run a business related to bees.

“I’d been stung as a child, and I used to have a terrible fear of bees,” she admitted with a chuckle.

As the story goes, Mike Campbell – Judy’s husband – had long desired to keep bees on their eight-acre property at 2595 Lefeuvre Road. Judy, for obvious reasons, was resistant.

But in 1997, a friend from church had a hive in his backyard that he was try-ing to get rid of. Mike prevailed upon Judy to let him bring the hive home, on the condition that it be stationed at the very back of the property.

The growth of that first hive into a thriving business occurred organically. Mike turned out to have a knack for beekeeping, and multiplied his hives. Soon, they were producing more honey than the Campbells could consume themselves or give away to friends, and the hobby became a business.

As part of that transition, the Campbells took a basic beekeep-

ing course from the Ministry of Agriculture, and part of that course involved being stung by a bee to ensure you weren’t allergic.

“I actually got stung, and I survived it,” Judy recalled with a chuckle. “That actually took away the apprehension.

“I still have respect for the bees, but it’s not a fear like I had.”

When Mike retired in 2006, the Campbells took their enterprise to the next level, redeveloping their property to feature a farm store front, honey extraction centre and meadery.

Mead, or honey wine, is just one of an expansive list of bee-derived products the Campbells offer in addition to the honey. The farm store also carries such products as bee’s wax candles, pollen, healing bee hive products, lotions and creams, and raw beeswax.

“In Europe and Asia, it’s not uncom-mon to have pharmaceuticals derived from the beehive,” Judy said. “But our Western culture doesn’t really know about the healing properties. It’s an eye-opening experience for people to come into our store and learn about that.”

The Campbells strive to make their business community-oriented and environmentally friendly. Their event calendar is packed with a wide variety of activities, including school tours, junior beekeepers camps, art shows, craft workshops and wine tastings.

On the environmental front, the Campbells planted shelter-belt trees to stop wind erosion; installed drip irriga-tion, which is more efficient than spray irrigation; and use geo-thermal heat.

“We wanted to be environmen-tally friendly and give people a bit of a model of what can be done with a small acreage,” Mike explained.

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