agassiz observer, october 08, 2015
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October 08, 2015 edition of the Agassiz ObserverTRANSCRIPT
INSIDEElection . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Mail Bag . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Peoples Choice . . . . . . 9
Business . . . . . . . . . .19
Classi eds . . . . . . . . .22
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Illustration of the long range plans for the Hemlock area. The master plan received provincial government approval this week.
Hemlock Resort takes next big stepJessica PetersBLACK PRESS
Th e Hemlock Resort Master Plan has been approved by the provincial government.
Th is is one of the fi nal hurdles the mountain’s management company, Berezan Management, will have to climb in an attempt to revitalize the mountain. Th ey started creating the massive plan seven years ago, aft er purchasing the assets out of foreclosure. Th e plan includes a sizeable expansion in both size and in operational seasons, with the hopes of making Hemlock a viable, year round resort.
While the average number of skiers in 2010 was about 1,150 a day, the hill hopes to one day see 13,440 skiers on the hill each day.
Hemlock Resort announced the news on Facebook on Friday morning,
posting a letter sent to owner Ralph Berezan from the Ministry of Forest Lands and Natural Resource Operations.
“Hemlock Resort has addressed the concerns raised through the course of the review to FLNR’s satisfaction with amendments to the Master Plan and commitments that will be incorporated into the Master Development Agreement,” the letter states. “In the coming months, our offi ce will be working with you to fi nalize the new MDA which will replace your existing agreement for the resort.”
Th e fi nalizations will include working with Sts’ailes on the establishment of a First Nation Woodland Licence over the Controlled Recreation Area, as well as support from the government in working with the Fraser Valley Regional District.
Th e letter, attributed to Terry Pratt of the Mountain Resorts Branch, said the plan will bring “much-needed capital investment in recreational infrastructure and all season tourism opportunities.”
Hemlock Resort congratulated management on securing the support of the government.
“Aft er seven years of focused eff ort, working closely together with Sts’ailes and the BC Provincial Government in the development of a new Master Plan for Hemlock Resort, we are pleased to announce that we have cleared one of the fi nal hurdles by securing approval for the development plan,” the resort’s Facebook page reads. “Th is announcement brings Hemlock resort one step closer to becoming a year round playground in the Fraser Valley.”
Over those seven years, Berezanhas reached out to residents in the thesmall communities that surround themountain. Th ey offi cially unveiled themaster plan in 2010, when the reviewprocess began. In September 2013,they set up an open house in nearbySts’ailes to meet with the public.
Th e grand plan is that HemlockResort will one day stretch from themountaintop, down to the shores ofHarrison Lake. While the resort issmall now, the surrounding area givesit great potential, the master plan says.
“At fi rst glance, Hemlock’s physicalattributes might be dismissed asinsubstantial when compared to theworld’s great mountain resorts,” itreads. “As illustrated in this MasterPlan, the opportunities at Hemlock arevery signifi cant.”
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Vikki Hopes BLACK PRESS
Issues such as the Trans-Pacifi c Partnership (TPP), taxes versus spending, tourism, technology and aff ordable housing were among the topics addressed Th ursday night during an all-candidates forum for the new Mission-Matsqui-Fraser Canyon riding.
Only three of the six candidates – Brad Vis for the Conservatives, Jati Sidhu for the Liberals and Arthur Green for the Green Party – were in attendance.
NDP candidate Dennis Adamson and Independent Wyatt Scott phoned in sick, while Elaine Wismer of the Marxist-Leninist Party was a no-show.
Th e event, attended by about 70 citizens, was held at Christian Life Community Church and was hosted by the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce, the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board and the Fraser Valley Indo-Canadian Business Association.
Th e TPP, a proposed trade agreement among 12 Pacifi c Rim countries, was addressed several times during the forum, particularly as it pertains to the agriculture industry.
Th e agreement seeks to lower trade barriers such as tariff s, but opponents say it will have a devastating impact, in particular, on dairy and poultry farmers by opening the market to more imports.
Vis described the TPP as a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” for Canada, saying current Abbotsford MP and International Trade Minister Ed Fast is “working in the best interest of all supply-management workers” and is “doing an excellent job of protecting Canada’s interests.”
“We can’t solely rely
on one major trading partner … We need to reach out and we need to be full participants in the global economy,” Vis said.
Green said his party is not against international trade, but is against agreements that are “one-sided for other countries.”
“Canada always ends up with the short end of the stick … Selling our resources off at rock-bottom prices and not leaving anything for future generations is a travesty, as far as I’m concerned,” he said.
Sidhu, who was himself a farmer for 35 years, said he understands the importance of trade, but believes all stakeholders should have a voice in the negotiations before any agreement is signed.
Th e candidates were also asked about the challenges they might face, if elected, in representing the new Mission-Matsqui-Fraser Canyon riding. Th e large riding includes areas of Abbotsford north of Maclure and Bateman roads, along with Mission, Agassiz and several Fraser Canyon communities stretching up to Lillooet
in the north.Green described the
riding as the “size of Belgium,” but pointed out that 86 per cent of the constituents reside in Mission and Matsqui, and that is where he would primarily be focused.
Vis said the elected candidate will have a “diffi cult job” to cover such a large area, but he said, in talking to constituents throughout the riding, two key issues have arisen – the Fraser River and the importance of agriculture.
“I plan to champion those two things if I become Member of Parliament on Oct. 19,” he said, adding that he plans to make regular scheduled visits to the more remote communities in the riding.
Sidhu said, if elected, he will set up a satellite offi ce in Lillooet.
On the topic of taxes versus spending, Vis said the Conservatives have made “record investments” in social and health transfer funds to B.C. and in the last 10 years have spend $4.5 billion on infrastructure projects such as the
Golden Ears Bridge, the Port Mann Bridge, the Sea to Sky Highway and improvements to the Mission Bridge.
“Th e Conservative fi scal record shows you can invest heavily in social, health and infrastructure programs while still balancing the budget,” he said.
Sidhu challenged that statement.
“We know the mess Mr. Harper has left for the last eight years,” he said, adding that the Liberal party had 10 consecutive balanced budgets and left a surplus of $13 billion in the coff ers when the Conservatives took over in 2006.
Green, too, challenged Vis’ statements.
“Th is is the fi rst balanced budget that the Conservatives have run, for this last fi scal period, but meanwhile they’ve cut drastically to programs … Up until then, they’ve run defi cit budgets for the last eight years.”
Green said his party would take one per cent of the GST to bring in $5.6 billion per year for infrastructure, while still balancing the budget.
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NewsB.C. business likes Pacific trade deal
Tom FletcherBLACK PRESS
B.C.'s Asia trade will benefi t from the Trans-Pacifi c Partnership, the world's largest free trade agreement, reached Monday aft er all-night discussions with 11 Pacifi c Rim countries, according to business and provincial government offi cials.
Jobs Minister Shirley Bond cautioned that legal work and ratifi cation by the 12 countries involved still remains to be done, but the TPP removes barriers for B.C. producers of seafood, minerals, forest and farm products in countries such as Japan, Malaysia and Vietnam.
"Generally speaking, any time British Columbia can compete on a fair and level playing fi eld, we're going to do well," said Bond, citing
trade growth in cherries, blueberries and wood products.
Much of B.C.'s progress in lumber exports has been in China, which is not part of the TPP talks. B.C. averages $4.8 billion annually in forest products to TPP countries and 1.5 billion worth of pulp and paper, despite duties up to fi ve per cent in Australia and New Zealand, up to 10 per cent in Japan and up to 40 per cent in Malaysia.
Th e B.C. Chamber of Commerce says fi sh and seafood are currently subject to 15 per cent duty in Japan and Malaysia, up to 34 per cent in Vietnam and up to fi ve per cent in New Zealand. Beef, fresh and frozen vegetables, fresh cherries and fresh and frozen blueberries also face tariff s in Asian countries.
Th e tentative deal has emerged as
a major issue in the federal electioncampaign. Prime Minister StephenHarper outlined a $4 billion"income guarantee program" forCanada's protected dairy and eggproducers, to compensate farmersfor lost income due to new foreignimports for 10 years aft er the TPPtakes eff ect.
NDP leader Th omas Mulcairblasted the agreement as a "sellout"of Canadian auto workers andfarmers that will also see drugprices rise in Canada. Mulcair saidhis party would not be bound bythe agreement if it forms the newgovernment on Oct. 19.
Liberal leader Justin Trudeau saidhis party is pro-free trade, but willstudy the agreement and "take theresponsible time to do what's rightfor Canada."
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News
Councillor John Buckley, his wife, Karen Buckley, and Tom Coombs who were among the helpers at the Miami River Streamkeepers Society’s shore cleanup on Sept. 26.
Th e Miami River Streamkeepers Society was pleased to host this event once again in Harrison Hot Springs, held on Sept. 26.
A total of 18 people participated in the event, including our Mayor, Leo Facio, and councillor John Buckley, along with his wife, Karen. Several members of the Harrison Yacht Club attended, collecting trash from the lakeshore by boat. Organizers said they were indebted to the members of the public who came out to assist in the event.
Th e distance covered by foot extended from the end of the trail at the hot springs source, including the 9-Bridges Trail and around the lagoon, to the Eastern edge of Rendall Park (approximately 3.5
km.) Th e area cleaned by boat was at least that distance or more. Th e boaters from the Yacht Club brought in 23 kg. of trash from the lake-shore. Organizers were grateful for their assistance.
All garbage collected was categorized and weighed. Five large orange trash bags were fi lled, with
fi nal weight at 36.3 Kg. Most common off ending items were cigarette butts, food wrappers, beverage bottles and cans, and plastic bags. Items of local concern included steel cable, foil wrap, and uneaten food. Most unusual items consisted of a roll of barbed wire, Hello Kitty undies, and
pill bottle complete with pills.
Th e Streamkeepers welcomed Rebecca from WildSafe B.C. who had her booth and display on site at the plaza.
"In general, we continue to see less garbage overall, thanks to the services of the Village staff in combatting this problem. We extend our sincere appreciation to everyone who came out to help us in this eff ort. Th e fi nal results of the Clean-up have been tallied and submitted to the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup organization."
Volunteers roll up sleeves for shore cleanup
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A brief history of health spending
Looking into the futureRick Mercer’s Talking to Americans special once asked our neighbours to the
south to condemn our government’s practice of setting our seniors adrift on ice fl ows.
A glance around any Canadian community would confi rm we don’t do that. If we did, we wouldn’t have hit this year’s tipping point: there are now more Canadians over 65 than under 15, for the fi rst time ever.
Th is will no doubt spark some concerned articles about our aging population, and even the possibility of “demographic collapse,” as though we were facing a childless wasteland of a future.
We suggest that Canadian seniors will actually do pretty well in the coming years. Th ere will be challenges, of course, but our country is wealthy, and not only do people generally want the best for their parents and grandparents, seniors are perfectly able to look aft er themselves. Th ey’re a desirable demographic, much courted by politicians, thanks to the fact that they actually vote.
No, if we’re seeing more seniors and fewer children, we might want to be careful in the coming years not to neglect the next generation.
With a larger population retired and a smaller one replacing them in the workforce, we need to make sure that the children out there now are ready for the world they’ll inherit.
It’s impossible to know with certainty what we’ll face in the future, but the next generations will certainly face challenges. Th ey’ll be replacing many hands with few hands, as the number of children per family shrinks. Th ey’ll have to be trained to work smart, not just hard. It’s going to be creativity, fl exibility, and skill that wins out in the future.
If we can’t make sure that the next generations are able to take their place in a globalized and oft en ruthless world economy, then who will take care of the growing ranks of seniors? Someone’s got to do it, and it will fall to those currently in elementary school.
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Th e federal budget document began with an ominous warning about deep cuts. Social programs, justice and corrections would be spared as much as possible, but no department would escape the knife.
Th e stark truth was revealed in a table of fi gures. Health care spending, the core of the Canadian state, was cut by 3.8 per cent in just the fi rst year of the fi scal plan, as population and need continued to grow.
No, this is not from the Stephen Harper budget of April 2015, or any other in the last decade. It’s from the Jean Chretien budget of 1995, more than 20 years ago. Th at’s the last time anyone actually cut health care spending.
But wait, you may say. Didn’t I hear that Harper has slashed health
care spending by $30 billion? Yes, you probably did hear the biggest, most brazen lie of this election campaign, either from the government unions that advertised it or the politicians who parrot it.
If health care really is everyone’s high-priority issue, as pollsters have long assured us, voters should at least know the facts.
Aft er cutting provincial health and social services transfers for years to end the string of operating defi cits that began under Pierre Trudeau and continued under Brian Mulroney, Liberal fi nance minister Paul Martin rose briefl y to the top job.
In 2004, Martin staged meetings with premiers, emerging with what was billed as “a fi x for a generation,” with federal health transfers to rise six per cent each year into the future.
Th e future for Martin’s government lasted only two years, as his minority was replaced with one led by Harper.
Th ese galloping increases
continued until the Conservative majority of 2011, aft er which then-fi nance minister Jim Flaherty came to Victoria to inform provincial
fi nance ministers of the new plan. (I was there, and the joke was that this was as far from Ottawa as Flaherty could get without leaving Canada.)
Th e six-per-cent increases, by that time triple infl ation, would continue for another fi ve years.
Starting in 2017-18, increases would be tied to economic growth, with a minimum hike of three per cent, still well ahead of today’s infl ation. Th at remains the Conservative plan today.
All provinces east of Saskatchewan pitched a fi t. Manitoba’s NDP fi nance minister termed it “un-Canadian.” Left ies immediately called it a cut, to which Flaherty replied that transfers to provinces would rise from $30 billion to $38 billion in 2018-19, and continue to grow aft er that.
In B.C., then-fi nance minister Kevin Falcon praised the long-term approach, acknowledging that health spending was ballooning to half of the provincial budget and had to be brought under control as baby boomers start to retire. B.C. has largely accomplished that, with spending increases below three per cent and health care outcomes that continue to lead the country.
As the current election campaign turns into the home stretch, Statistics Canada has announced
a milestone. For the fi rst time in history, the number of seniors exceeds number of children. Th is demographic shift is inexorable, predictable and must be addressed by whoever wins the Oct. 19 federal election.
NDP leader Th omas Mulcair is on record that he will scrap the Conservative formula for growth-based increases that he pretends are cuts, returning to six per cent every year while balancing the budget. Little detail has been provided on how this would be done.
Liberal leader Justin Trudeau announced in Surrey last week that he will ante up an extra $3 billion over four years for health care, and “sit down with the provinces immediately” to renegotiate, a rerun of Paul Martin’s political theatre.
Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfl etcherbc Email: tfl [email protected]
As the current election campaign turns into the home stretch, Statistics
Canada has announced a milestone. For the fi rst time
in history, the number of seniors exceeds number of
children.
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End the fear mongeringWe live in the safest time period
in history.Th is is not what we hear from
many of our leaders, but actually it’s a fact. Statistics bear that out. Even “terrorism” is less of a risk today. You’ve likely heard about all the exotic ways of dying you are more likely to experience (cows, bathtubs, lightning).
So why all the fear-mongering? Is this in keeping with the values
of our Chilliwack and Hope communities? Th e pursuit of peace has long been a Canadian hallmark, shaping our international reputation. Consistently in state-of-the-nation polls, Canadians say that the country’s international reputation as peacekeeper is held dear. And we’re rightfully known for our measured and considered thinking; our hearts beat with both humility and pride (because that’s
the Canadian way eh?).Th is is an important time
of decision. Let’s not allow our thoughts and our discussions to be drowned out by political dogma edged with racism and hate. And fear mongering. Let’s come together, not be divided.
Let’s KEEP CALM, and campaign on.
Wayne Froese
Arbitrary voting age restriction unfairOn average, only 40%
of youth ages 18-24 turn up to vote in the federal election. Th is is a tragic statistic, as the potential change in government primarily aff ects the futures of these young adults. Many people attribute this lack of voting to laziness or to ignorance. Th e main reason, however, is that many of Canada's youth
aren?t nearly educated enough on the politics of our country to make an informed decision. Th ose in the minority that do go out to vote, are prone to voting for whatever party their family affi liates with.
Unfortunately, I'm one of the few children born in 1997 that won't be able to vote this year. As a politically minded Canadian citizen, I don't
understand why someone born just a week head of me gets the option to have an impact on the way the country is governed, while I do not.
I am angered by the fact that I am shut out of this important civil duty, while the majority of my peers choose to be ignorant. Th e government must change the voting policy to allow for late-year babies. How
is it fair that I don't get to vote, while the rest of my peers do?
Kate Fairley
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News
Green light for HemlockTh e resort may one day feature
a mountainside golf course around 10 Mile Bay, overlooking the western side of Harrison Lake, with a chair lift stretching up into the distance to move mountain bikers around the hills.
According to the plan, the main resort would feature hotel rooms, upgraded lift s and four season attractions that would extend the mountain’s viability from three months to a full year.
“It’s a 55-year plan,” Berezan told Black Press at that open house, and will roll out in several stages. While some of the fi nal stages may seem
loft y, he said, the initial plan is to upgrade existing services.
“Th e fi rst phase is to build a new chair to replace our oldest one,” he said. Also to be considered as soon as possible would be a hotel with about 22 beds.
But fi rst, the plan will now go the Fraser Valley Regional District for approval, and possibly for amendments to the region’s Offi cial Community Plan.
It’s good news for a hill that had to cancel its most recent ski season, due to a lack of snow and heavy rains.
Th e plan was designed by Brent Harley, planner behind Big White Ski Resort, along with ski and
bike parks around the world. Atfull buildout, the plan estimatesthe hill will provide 1,500 plusyear-round and seasonal jobs. Th eproject is expected to bring 34,000person years of construction relatedemployment over the course of15 to 20 years of development.Th e total cost the mountainattraction facilities to buildout isapproximately $102 million (in2010 fi gures).
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PEOPLE’S CHOICEAWARDS 2015
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PEOPLE’S CHOICEAWARDS 2015
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The votes have been tallied, and your voices have been heard. Hundreds of ballots for the Observer’s People’s Choice Awards 2015 have poured in from our readers, telling us the best places to eat, to shop and to play.The results show that there is overwhelming support by residents for our community-based businesses. They also shed a little light on what makes Agassiz, Harrison Hot Springs, and Chilliwack such great places to live.You’ve told us the best place to go walking, whow the best community partner and local musicians are, and where to take your pet for grooming.We’ve heard you loud and clear when it comes to finding great local products, or where to relax with a cold drink.While the people, places and businesses listed in this pull-out guide are to be congratulated for all their hard work, we also want to thank our readers. The contest success was based entirely on your participation. Congratulations to everyone involved!
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PEOPLE’S CHOICEAWARDS 2015
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www.kentvet.ca
Thank you to our valued customers who took the time to vote for us!
From left: Dr. Janine Regehr, Nicole, Kaitlin, Robin, Dr. Laura MadsenFrom left: Dr. Janine Regehr, Nicole, Kaitlin, Robin, Dr. Laura Madsen
Winner2015 Peoples Choice Award
Thank you for choosing Matsel Hair Studio as your favourite hair salon
In appreciation for all of your votesReceive 10% off for the month of October.
1866B #9 Hwy., Agassiz • 604-491-0992
#1-7384 Pioneer Ave. | 604.796.8496
Celebrating10 yearsin business
� ank you for choosing A&R Country Cellaras your favourite U Brew/U Vin
Have your own award-winning wine ready for the holidays... BOOK NOW!
COUNTRY CELLAR
#1-7384 Pioneer Ave. | 604.796.8496
Mention this ad and receive
$20 offyour purchase of apremium wine kit.Valid until December 31, 2013
Have your ownaward-winning wine
ready for the holidays. . . BOOK NOW!”
WINNER OF 7 MEDALSWINNER OF 20 MEDALS
604.796.98716116 Golf Road, Agassiz
Open Thursday - Sunday from 11 to 5 pmClosed December 25 til first Thursday of March
Thank you for voting us as your favourite
Handcrafted Gift Store.• Pottery• Basketry • Coffee Roastery• Antiques & CollectiblesEst. 2001
Jewelry ........................................................ Casa LifestylesOffi ce Supplies .............................Agassiz Harrison Printers
& Stationers Clothing .............................................................Red AppleGift Store..................................................... Casa Lifestyles
Flowers ......................................... Holly Tree Florist & GiftsOutdoor or Hobby Store ............................. Kent OutdoorsBooks/Information Venue .................Fraser Valley Regional
Library, Agassiz Health & Wellness Store ......... Agassiz Remedy's PharmacyPet Care Store ................................Kent Veterinarian ClinicAgriculture Based Business ........................ The Farmhouse
Natural CheesesToy Store ............................................................Red AppleVision Care ........................................................FYidoctorsHandcrafted Gift Store ............................... The Back PorchGrocer ............................................................... Super ValuProduce Store ...........................................Agassiz ProduceDeli ....................................................Agassiz Delicatessen Liquor/Wine/Beer Store .................... Agassiz Liquor StoreBakery ....................................................... Uptown BakeryButcher ......................................................... Scott's MeatsU Brew/U Vin .............................. A&R Country Cellar U-VinCaterer ........................................................ Lori's Catering
SHOPPING
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PEOPLE’S CHOICEAWARDS 2015
Above & BeyondUnder the Hood
Automotive Repair & Maintenance for All Makes & Models
Friendly, Professional Service | Free Written Estimates | All Work Guaranteed
1756 #9 Hwy.Agassiz BC604.796.2611Visit us at moderntireandtowing.comLike us on Facebook
EX
PERT AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR & SERVICES
7 DAYS A WEEK
“Proudly serving area motorists for 60 years”
Winner2015 People’s Choice Award
Favourite Oil Change/Automotive Shop
Thank you for voting us as your favourite for Computer Care.
7209
093
7236B Pioneer Ave. 604.491.6601
Your one stop shop for business & home solutions• Computer & laptop sales & repairs• Signs, window lettering & more!
MONDAY - FRIDAY 10:30AM-4:30PM AND SATURDAYS 9:30AM-2:30PM
#1-7384 Pioneer Ave. | 604.796.8496
Celebrating10 yearsin business
� ank you for choosing A&R Country Cellaras your favourite U Brew/U Vin
Have your own award-winning wine ready for the holidays... BOOK NOW!
COUNTRY CELLAR
#1-7384 Pioneer Ave. | 604.796.8496
Mention this ad and receive
$20 offyour purchase of apremium wine kit.Valid until December 31, 2013
Have your ownaward-winning wine
ready for the holidays. . . BOOK NOW!”
WINNER OF 7 MEDALSWINNER OF 20 MEDALS
IT’S ALL GOOD UNDER THE HOOD
604-796-23116968 Pioneer AvenueAGASSIZoktire.com
IT’S ALL GOOD UNDER THE HOOD
604-796-23116968 Pioneer AvenueAGASSIZoktire.com
At OK Tire, we do so much more than help you � nd the right tires. We also provide complete auto repair and maintenance service – using the latest technology. So you can relax, knowing your car is winter ready
6968 Pioneer Avenue, Agassizoktire.com
Maintenance, Repair and Tires
Thank you for choosing OK Tire, Agassiz
as your favourite Tire Shop
• FULL CYCLE BOOKKEEPING• SIMPLY ACCOUNTING• GST & PST• PAYROLL• MONTHLY DATA ENTRY• REMITTANCES• MONTHLY REPORTS• INCOME TAX PREPARATION
LEN DAVIDIUKTAX SERVICES“The Taxman Since 1978”
7020 Pioneer Ave., AgassizMonday - Friday 9am - 5pm
604.796.2806 [email protected]
THANK YOUIt is an honour to receive the 2015 People’s Choice Awards
for favourite Financial Services/Accountant/Bookkeeper.
Insurance Broker .............................HUB International, Agassiz Senior Care Facility ............................................Cheam VillageWedding Venue .......................................... Fraser River LodgeAppliance Repair ................................R.C.E. Appliance Repair
YOUR CHOICEA NATURAL WONDERLANDHaving lived in big cities most of my life (Vancouver, Toronto and Amsterdam), it was a bit of culture shock to move to the small village of Harrison Hot Springs. What brought my family here and what keeps us here is the beauty, the nature and the small town feel. Personally, my favourite past time is hiking. The Harrison Hot Springs area offers spectacular hikes including: the Harrison Grind (aka Campbell Lake trail), Bear Mountain, and my personal favourite: Slollicum Mountain. A little rougher than the manicured trails closer to Vancouver, you truly feel you’re getting away from the crowds as you hike our local trails. Coming a close second is biking the country roads in the District of Kent. The roads are fl at and while I miss the bike paths of Amsterdam, once you’re on the country roads the traffi c is light and generally
very considerate. Last, but not least, walking the foreshore of Harrison Lake and around the lagoon never gets old with each day bringing something new to see: windsurfers, kite boarders, geese, eagles, sunsets, spectacular cloud formations. We live and enjoy life in a natural wonderland.
ROBERT REYERSEExecutive Director • Tourism Harrison
14 Agassiz Harrison Observer Thursday, October 8, 2015
PEOPLE’S CHOICEAWARDS 2015
PEOPLE’S CHOICEAWARDS 2015
Thank you for voting Kilby Historic Site as your 2015 People’s Choice Award winner
for favourite “Place to take Company.”
Open weekends until Dec 13from 11 am - 4 pm
(604) 796-9576215 Kilby Road, Harrison Mills
www.kilby.ca
Dr. Darren Paul B.Sc, D.C.
Susan LawR.M.T.
Tracey PaulOf� ce Manager
6660 Pioneer Ave. (in the Leisure Centre)604-796-3559
www.agassizchiro.com
Trusted Family Chiropractorin the Community for over 15 years.
• Degenerative disc disease• Sciatica• Rotator cu� tears/tennis elbow• Shingles • Toenail fungus• Knee injuries• Carpal tunnel syndrome• In� ammation of the joints/arthritis• Acute and chronic injuries
• Massage therapy • Kinesiologist/rehab• Back to work programs• WCB and ICBC Claims• Custom Orthotics • On site x-rays
AGASSIZ FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC CENTRE
2015 People’s Choice Award Recipient� ank you to our valued patients!
New MLS Laser TreatsChiropractic
Rebecca LoveKinesiologist
Alexandria ThompsonChiropractic Assistant
AcceptingNEW
patients
Workout/Health ...............................Community Recreation &Activity Venue Cultural CentreGolf Course ................................ Harrison Resort Golf CourseWalking/Hiking Trail ................................Agassiz/Green GrindOutdoor Adventure .......................................... Harrison LakePlace to Play .......................................................... Schep ParkPicnic Spot ................................. Green Point, Harrison Beach
& Pioneer ParkPlace to Bird Watch ..................................... Cheam Wetlands
Hardware Store ...........................Ledoux Hardware & SupplyCabinetry/Countertop ..............Finback Custom WoodworksHeating/Cooling/Gas Company ........Driscoll Plumbing & HeatingYard & Garden Supply ........................ Allenby's Farm Store
Contractor .......................................... Wouda's ConstructionElectrician .......................................................Peters' Electric Plumber .........................................Kent Plumbing & HeatingLandscaper .............Groundworks Landscaping & Lawn Care
HOME IMPROVEMENT
HEALTHY LIVING
Agassiz Harrison Observer Thursday, October 8, 2015 15
PEOPLE’S CHOICEAWARDS 2015
PEOPLE’S CHOICEAWARDS 2015
The Kent Harrison Arts Council thanks you for voting the Ranger Station favourite Art Store/Gallery.
Artists of all ages are invited to submit work for our annual November Small Works show. 8x8 canvases are available for $5 at the gallery from
now until the cut-off date for submissions: Nov 6th at 4 pm.
Show dates- Sat Nov 7th to Dec 13thOpening Reception- Sunday Nov 8th 2-4 pm
98 Rockwell Drive, Harrison Hot Springs(604) 796-2723
kentharrisonartscouncil.com
Thank you for voting us best Place for a Drink, Community Partner
& Not for Profit.We appreciate your support!
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 32 Agassiz •1846 #9 Hwy. • (604) 796-2332
Join us for our Annual Remembrance Day Services
Wednesday, November 11th at 10am
604-796-3246 • [email protected]
The Agassiz Agricultural & Horticultural
Association would like to thank those who voted the Fall
Fair as their favourite Community Event.
Breakfast .................................................Heritage House CafeLunch ......................................................Heritage House CafeDinner .................................... Jack’s Restaurant & Steakhouse Fine Dining ................................. The Copper Room, Harrison
Hot Springs Resort Dessert ............................ Rocky Mountain Chocolate FactoryCoffee ...................................................... Muddy Waters CafeKid-Friendly Meal .............................................. A&W, AgassizPizza ......................................................................Petro’s PizzaPub Food .........................................................Old Settler PubBurgers ..........................................A.C.E. (BBQ at the Legion) Patio ............................................The Black Forest Restaurant Ethnic Food ...............................Cheam Sushi Japanese SushiTakeout Food .............................Harrison Chinese Restaurant
EATS
• #104-45833 Alexander Ave.604-792-4696
• 102-7491 Vedder Rd.604-858-9481
www.roblintravel.com
Agassiz!THANK YOU
We are so grateful to be the travel agent you choose to make your travel dreams into reality!
16 Agassiz Harrison Observer Thursday, October 8, 2015
LIQUOR SPECIALS
BEER SPECIALS
FEATURE WINE
Tax & dep.: $1.72Retail: $10.78
, & Wine Store
#108-1810 No. 9 Hwy. Agassiz(Prospera Bank Mall)
604.796.2086 ALL PRICES INCLUDE TAX & DEPOSIT While Quantities Last
Each purchase over $25 earns you a stamp. Fill your card & receive a $20 credit to theAgassiz Liquor Store.WE DELIVER!604.491.1010Agassiz • HarrisonHope • RosedaleE.ChilliwackGREAT DEAL! 9 WINES UNDER $9
$2710
Captain Morgans Spiced Rum 750mlBONUS GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
ENTER TO WIN A PORTABLE BBQ! WITH PURCHASE
BEER SPECIALS
FEATURE WINES$2200
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc
$3990
24 Cans of Budweiser and Budlight
$2710
Bombay Sapphire Gin 750mlBONUS SHOT GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
$3990
24 Cans of CanadianBONUS TOQUE OR COOLER BAG*with purchase while supplies last
$2700
12 Pack Bottles CoronaBONUS COOLER BAG*with purchase while supplies last
$2200
Kim Crawford Merlot
ALL LIQUOR AT GOVERNMENT STORE PRICING OR BELOW
Every Friday FREE small PIZZA!compliments of Demetre’s Pizzafor the rst 20 customers that spend over $30 after
4pm!
Budweiser available at -3°C
ALCOHOL SPECIALS$2710
42 below Vodka 750mlBONUS SHOT GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
$2000
12 Cans of Old Milwaukee
$1310
Sambuca 375ml
Retail: $32.61Tax + dep.: $7.29
Retail: $16.35Tax + dep.: $3.65
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62
Retail: $11.30Tax + dep.: $1.80
Retail: $19.05Tax + dep.: $2.95
Retail: $19.05Tax + dep.: $2.95
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62
Retail: $22.52Tax + dep.: $4.48
Each purchase over $25 earns you a stamp.
Fill your card & receive a $20 credit to the
Agassiz Liquor Store.
ALL LIQUOR AT GOVERNMENT PRICING OR BELOW , & Wine Store
#108-1810 No. 9 Hwy. Agassiz(Prospera Bank Mall)
604.796.2086 ALL PRICES INCLUDE TAX & DEPOSIT While Quantities Last
Each purchase over $25 earns you a stamp. Fill your card & receive a $20 credit to theAgassiz Liquor Store.
WE DELIVER!604.491.1010Agassiz • HarrisonHope • RosedaleE.Chilliwack
GREAT DEAL! 9 WINES UNDER $9
$2710
Captain Morgans Spiced Rum 750mlBONUS GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
ENTER TO WIN A PORTABLE BBQ! WITH PURCHASE
BEER SPECIALS
FEATURE WINES
$2200
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc
$3990
24 Cans of Budweiser and Budlight
$2710
Bombay Sapphire Gin 750mlBONUS SHOT GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
$3990
24 Cans of CanadianBONUS TOQUE OR COOLER BAG*with purchase while supplies last
$2700
12 Pack Bottles CoronaBONUS COOLER BAG*with purchase while supplies last
$2200
Kim Crawford Merlot
ALL LIQUOR AT GOVERNMENT STORE PRICING OR BELOW
Every Friday FREE small
PIZZA!compliments of
Demetre’s Pizzafor the rst 20 customers that
spend over $30 after
4pm!
Budweiser available at -3°C
ALCOHOL SPECIALS$2710
42 below Vodka 750mlBONUS SHOT GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
$2000
12 Cans of Old Milwaukee
$1310Sambuca 375ml
Retail: $32.61Tax + dep.: $7.29
Retail: $16.35Tax + dep.: $3.65
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62
Retail: $11.30Tax + dep.: $1.80
Retail: $19.05Tax + dep.: $2.95
Retail: $19.05Tax + dep.: $2.95
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62 Retail: $23.48
Tax + dep.: $3.62
Retail: $22.52Tax + dep.: $4.48
, & Wine Store
#108-1810 No. 9 Hwy. Agassiz(Prospera Bank Mall)
604.796.2086 ALL PRICES INCLUDE TAX & DEPOSIT
While Quantities Last
Each purchase over $25 earns you a stamp. Fill your card & receive a $20 credit to theAgassiz Liquor Store.
WE DELIVER!604.491.1010
Agassiz • HarrisonHope • Rosedale
E.Chilliwack
GREAT DEAL! 9 WINES UNDER $9
$2710
Captain Morgans Spiced Rum 750mlBONUS GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
ENTER TO WIN A PORTABLE BBQ!
WITH PURCHASE
BEER SPECIALS
FEATURE WINES
$2200
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc
$3990
24 Cans of Budweiser and Budlight
$2710
Bombay Sapphire Gin 750mlBONUS SHOT GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
$3990
24 Cans of CanadianBONUS TOQUE OR COOLER BAG*with purchase while supplies last
$2700
12 Pack Bottles CoronaBONUS COOLER BAG*with purchase while supplies last
$2200
Kim Crawford Merlot
ALL LIQUOR AT GOVERNMENT STORE PRICING OR BELOW
Every Friday FREE small
PIZZA!compliments of
Demetre’s Pizzafor the rst 20 customers that
spend over $30 after
4pm!
Budweiser available at -3°C
ALCOHOL SPECIALS$2710
42 below Vodka 750mlBONUS SHOT GLASS
*with purchase while supplies last
$200012 Cans of Old Milwaukee
$1310Sambuca 375ml
Retail: $32.61Tax + dep.: $7.29
Retail: $16.35Tax + dep.: $3.65
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62 Retail: $11.30
Tax + dep.: $1.80 Retail: $19.05Tax + dep.: $2.95
Retail: $19.05Tax + dep.: $2.95
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62
Retail: $22.52Tax + dep.: $4.48
FREE ICEBudweiseravailableat -3°C 7048740
10% SENIORS DISCOUNT*
*Excludes sale items. We reserve the right to limit quantities.
SUNDAYS ‘TIL 6Hardy’s RieslingGewurztraminer 1.5L
$1900
GREAT DEAL!
9 WINES UNDER
$9ALWAYS Tax & dep.: $2.66
Retail: $16.34
Cuervo Gold or Silver
750ML
$2800 Retail: $24.26 Tax & dep.: $3.74
$$
Tax & dep.: $3.74
$$
Tax & dep.: $3.74BONUS
Fentiman’sGinger Beer*While supplies last
Smirnoff750ML
$2500Retail: $21.65
Tax & dep.: $3.35Tax & dep.: $3.35
BONUSGlass with Purchase
*While supplies last
Crown Royal750ML
$2550Retail: $22.09
Tax & dep.: $3.41
Brugal Anejo Rum 750ML
$2500Retail: $21.65
Tax & dep.: $3.35
BONUS2L Coke*While supplies last*While supplies last
Captain Morgan Spiced Rum 750ML
$2750Retail: $23.83
Tax & dep.: $3.67
BONUS2L Coke
Tax & dep.: $3.67
, & Wine Store
#108-1810 No. 9 Hwy. Agassiz(Prospera Bank Mall)
604.796.2086 ALL PRICES INCLUDE TAX & DEPOSIT
While Quantities Last
Each purchase over $25 earns you a stamp. Fill your card & receive a $20 credit to theAgassiz Liquor Store.
WE DELIVER!604.491.1010
Agassiz • HarrisonHope • Rosedale
E.Chilliwack
GREAT DEAL! 9 WINES UNDER $9
$2710
Captain Morgans Spiced Rum 750mlBONUS GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
ENTER TO WIN A PORTABLE BBQ!
WITH PURCHASE
BEER SPECIALS
FEATURE WINES
$2200
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc
$3990
24 Cans of Budweiser and Budlight
$2710
Bombay Sapphire Gin 750mlBONUS SHOT GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
$3990
24 Cans of CanadianBONUS TOQUE OR COOLER BAG*with purchase while supplies last
$2700
12 Pack Bottles CoronaBONUS COOLER BAG*with purchase while supplies last
$2200
Kim Crawford Merlot
ALL LIQUOR AT GOVERNMENT STORE PRICING OR BELOW
Every Friday FREE small
PIZZA!compliments of
Demetre’s Pizzafor the rst 20 customers that
spend over $30 after
4pm!
Budweiser available at -3°C
ALCOHOL SPECIALS$2710
42 below Vodka 750mlBONUS SHOT GLASS
*with purchase while supplies last
$200012 Cans of Old Milwaukee
$1310Sambuca 375ml
Retail: $32.61Tax + dep.: $7.29
Retail: $16.35Tax + dep.: $3.65
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62 Retail: $11.30
Tax + dep.: $1.80 Retail: $19.05Tax + dep.: $2.95
Retail: $19.05Tax + dep.: $2.95
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62
Retail: $22.52Tax + dep.: $4.48
, & Wine Store
#108-1810 No. 9 Hwy. Agassiz(Prospera Bank Mall)
604.796.2086 ALL PRICES INCLUDE TAX & DEPOSIT
While Quantities Last
Each purchase over $25 earns you a stamp. Fill your card & receive a $20 credit to theAgassiz Liquor Store.
WE DELIVER!604.491.1010
Agassiz • HarrisonHope • Rosedale
E.Chilliwack
GREAT DEAL! 9 WINES UNDER $9
$2710
Captain Morgans Spiced Rum 750mlBONUS GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
ENTER TO WIN A PORTABLE BBQ!
WITH PURCHASE
BEER SPECIALS
FEATURE WINES
$2200
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc
$3990
24 Cans of Budweiser and Budlight
$2710
Bombay Sapphire Gin 750mlBONUS SHOT GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
$3990
24 Cans of CanadianBONUS TOQUE OR COOLER BAG*with purchase while supplies last
$2700
12 Pack Bottles CoronaBONUS COOLER BAG*with purchase while supplies last
$2200
Kim Crawford Merlot
ALL LIQUOR AT GOVERNMENT STORE PRICING OR BELOW
Every Friday FREE small
PIZZA!compliments of
Demetre’s Pizzafor the rst 20 customers that
spend over $30 after
4pm!
Budweiser available at -3°C
ALCOHOL SPECIALS$2710
42 below Vodka 750mlBONUS SHOT GLASS
*with purchase while supplies last
$200012 Cans of Old Milwaukee
$1310Sambuca 375ml
Retail: $32.61Tax + dep.: $7.29
Retail: $16.35Tax + dep.: $3.65
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62 Retail: $11.30
Tax + dep.: $1.80 Retail: $19.05Tax + dep.: $2.95
Retail: $19.05Tax + dep.: $2.95
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62
Retail: $22.52Tax + dep.: $4.48
15 Cans of Old Milwaukee $2250
Retail: $18.26Tax & dep.: $4.24
15 Cans of BuschENTER TO WIN AN INFLATABLE BUSCH KAYAK*
*with purchase
$2250Retail: $18.26Tax & dep.: $4.24
24 Cans of Budweiser
and Budlight
$3990Retail: $32.61
Tax & dep.: $7.29
ENTER TO WIN A BEER FRIDGE*
*with purchase
24 Cans of ENTER
Turn over page for more awesome deals!
24 Cans CanadianBONUS BALL CAP*
*with purchase while supplies last
$3990Retail: $32.61Tax & dep.: $7.29
FREE ICEBudweiseravailableat -3°C
SUNDAY12 PACK SALE!
Bud & Canadian
$20Limit 3 per customer
NEW 10% SENIORS DISCOUNT*Sundays till 6*Excludes sale items. We reserve the right to limit quantities.
BEER SPECIALS
, & Wine Store
#108-1810 No. 9 Hwy. Agassiz(Prospera Bank Mall)
604.796.2086 ALL PRICES INCLUDE TAX & DEPOSIT
While Quantities Last
Each purchase over $25 earns you a stamp. Fill your card & receive a $20 credit to theAgassiz Liquor Store.
WE DELIVER!604.491.1010
Agassiz • HarrisonHope • Rosedale
E.Chilliwack
GREAT DEAL! 9 WINES UNDER $9
$2710
Captain Morgans Spiced Rum 750mlBONUS GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
ENTER TO WIN A PORTABLE BBQ!
WITH PURCHASE
BEER SPECIALS
FEATURE WINES
$2200
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc
$3990
24 Cans of Budweiser and Budlight
$2710
Bombay Sapphire Gin 750mlBONUS SHOT GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
$3990
24 Cans of CanadianBONUS TOQUE OR COOLER BAG*with purchase while supplies last
$2700
12 Pack Bottles CoronaBONUS COOLER BAG*with purchase while supplies last
$2200
Kim Crawford Merlot
ALL LIQUOR AT GOVERNMENT STORE PRICING OR BELOW
Every Friday FREE small
PIZZA!compliments of
Demetre’s Pizzafor the rst 20 customers that
spend over $30 after
4pm!
Budweiser available at -3°C
ALCOHOL SPECIALS$2710
42 below Vodka 750mlBONUS SHOT GLASS
*with purchase while supplies last
$200012 Cans of Old Milwaukee
$1310Sambuca 375ml
Retail: $32.61Tax + dep.: $7.29
Retail: $16.35Tax + dep.: $3.65
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62 Retail: $11.30
Tax + dep.: $1.80 Retail: $19.05Tax + dep.: $2.95
Retail: $19.05Tax + dep.: $2.95
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62
Retail: $22.52Tax + dep.: $4.48
, & Wine Store
#108-1810 No. 9 Hwy. Agassiz(Prospera Bank Mall)
604.796.2086 ALL PRICES INCLUDE TAX & DEPOSIT
While Quantities Last
Each purchase over $25 earns you a stamp. Fill your card & receive a $20 credit to theAgassiz Liquor Store.
WE DELIVER!604.491.1010
Agassiz • HarrisonHope • Rosedale
E.Chilliwack
GREAT DEAL! 9 WINES UNDER $9
$2710
Captain Morgans Spiced Rum 750mlBONUS GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
ENTER TO WIN A PORTABLE BBQ!
WITH PURCHASE
BEER SPECIALS
FEATURE WINES
$2200
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc
$3990
24 Cans of Budweiser and Budlight
$2710
Bombay Sapphire Gin 750mlBONUS SHOT GLASS*with purchase while supplies last
$3990
24 Cans of CanadianBONUS TOQUE OR COOLER BAG*with purchase while supplies last
$2700
12 Pack Bottles CoronaBONUS COOLER BAG*with purchase while supplies last
$2200
Kim Crawford Merlot
ALL LIQUOR AT GOVERNMENT STORE PRICING OR BELOW
Every Friday FREE small
PIZZA!compliments of
Demetre’s Pizzafor the rst 20 customers that
spend over $30 after
4pm!
Budweiser available at -3°C
ALCOHOL SPECIALS$2710
42 below Vodka 750mlBONUS SHOT GLASS
*with purchase while supplies last
$200012 Cans of Old Milwaukee
$1310Sambuca 375ml
Retail: $32.61Tax + dep.: $7.29
Retail: $16.35Tax + dep.: $3.65
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62 Retail: $11.30
Tax + dep.: $1.80 Retail: $19.05Tax + dep.: $2.95
Retail: $19.05Tax + dep.: $2.95
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62
Retail: $23.48Tax + dep.: $3.62
Retail: $22.52Tax + dep.: $4.48
15 Cans of Old Milwaukee $2250
Retail: $18.26Tax & dep.: $4.24
15 Cans of BuschENTER TO WIN AN INFLATABLE BUSCH KAYAK*
*with purchase
$2250Retail: $18.26Tax & dep.: $4.24
24 Cans of Budweiser
and Budlight
$3990Retail: $32.61
Tax & dep.: $7.29
ENTER TO WIN A BEER FRIDGE*
*with purchase
24 Cans of ENTER
Turn over page for more awesome deals!
24 Cans CanadianBONUS BALL CAP*
*with purchase while supplies last
$3990Retail: $32.61Tax & dep.: $7.29
FREE ICEBudweiseravailableat -3°C
SUNDAY12 PACK SALE!
Bud & Canadian
$20Limit 3 per customer
NEW 10% SENIORS DISCOUNT*Sundays till 6*Excludes sale items. We reserve the right to limit quantities.
BEER SPECIALS
Thank you to our valued customers for
voting us for favourite Liquor/Wine/Beer Store in the District of Kent
Bud & Bud Light 24 pack
$3900Retail: $31.83
Tax & dep.: $7.17
$3900Retail: $31.83
Tax & dep.: $7.17
$1350Retail: $10.05
Tax & dep.: $2.45
FREE toque or NFL t-shirt with purchase*while supplies last
Canadian 24 pack Sleeman Original Draught 8 pack
BONUS glass with purchase*while supplies last
Greatwith
turkey
Bud & Bud Light Bud & Bud Light
All SPECIAL
ITEMS BELOW
GOVERNMENT
STORE PRICE
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Carpet Cleaning
20 YearsIn A Row!
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Th e Harrison Festival Society will be presenting the colourful dance performance Viñetas del Mozaico, at Harrison's Memorial Hall on Saturday, October 24, 2015, at 8pm. A production of Vancouver's Mozaico Flamenco Dance Th eatre, the show
will also feature a special opening solo dance performance by internationally renowned dancer Joel Hanna
"Over the years, the Harrison Festival has presented several wonderful fl amenco shows,' says the society's artistic director Andy
Hillhouse. "Th is will be a seamless presentation that off ers a multicultural take on fl amenco, which is a much loved, exciting style of Spanish dance that has roots in the Indian subcontinent and North Africa. Viñetas del Mozaico is a unique production that
has been an audience hit wherever it has been performed."
Directed by dancer Kasandra "La China," Viñetas del Mozaico showcases twelve dynamic dance vignettes accompanied by world percussionists. It includes new belly dance/fl amenco fusion pieces performed by one of Vancouver's foremost belly dancers, Ashley Kirkham. Th e show celebrates virtuosity and expression, through the use of Spanish castanets and zills, Chinese fans and silk veils, Sevillan shawls, and rapid-fi re footwork.
According to Hillhouse, "I love dance, however we are limited in the styles of dance we can present in this hall, due to the size of the stage. Th e beauty of fl amenco is it is less about moving across space, and more about the intensity, tension, and passion in footwork, body postures
and even subtle gestures like changes in hand movements. Th ese can be powerful in more intimate spaces like the Memorial Hall."
Viñetas del Mozaico foregrounds fl amenco percussion through the virtuosic cajon (wooden box) playing of Davide Sampaolo from Rome,
Italy. Th e cajon is contrasted in the show with the darbouka drum, the traditional accompaniment for belly dance, played by Vancouver's Tim Gerwing.
Th e audience will also be treated at the beginning of the evening to a special solo by well known performer Joel Hanna. Known for his athletic and boundary breaking mixture of tap dance, musical percussion, martial arts, and Irish dance, Hanna has toured with Riverdance and Feet of Fire, and has performed at London's West End, Radio City Music Hall, and the Royal Variety Performance.
Viñetas del Mozaico imagines a varied cultural mixture. It expands the Spanish context to include infl uences from some
surprisingly diversesources. Each pieceshowcases a newinspiration, a newexploration, and anew interpretation offl amenco artistry. Th isunique performancepromises to transportaudiences to a magical,imaginative place whereanything can happen.
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Flamenco Fusion Dance Spectacular coming to Harrison Hall
Directed by dancer Kasandra "La China," Viñetas del Mozaico showcases twelve dynamic dance vignettes accompanied by world percussionists.
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Business
“We’re Open for Business.” Th at’s the message which will be repeated again and again when the Agassiz/Harrison Area First Nations Business Forum takes place October 20 and 21 at Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa.
Seabird Island Band - along with Chawatahil First Nation, Cheam First Nation, Scowlitz Indian Band, Shxw’ōwhámel First Nation and Sts’ailes Band - plan to showcase to the Lower Mainland business community that the eastern section of the Fraser Valley is indeed Open for Business!
“We are collectively the largest land owners in the Fraser Valley and our lands are well situated near critical infrastructure required for development and transport,” stated Chief Clement Seymour of the Seabird Island Band. “Now more than ever in history is an opportune time for partnerships between First Nations and the business community to fl ourish. Business relationships built on honesty, trust and respect will enrich our community and your organization.”
Th e Business Forum
features speakers who will share their insight and experience in building eff ective, productive, sustainable partnerships with First Nations in the real estate, natural resources, commercial, industrial and energy sectors. Keynote speakers include Jim Chu, vice-president of Special Projects & Partnerships with the Aquilini Group, and Ian Anderson, president of Kinder Morgan Canada.
“Developable land is becoming a scarce resource in the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. Th e Agassiz/Harrison First Nations are looking for business opportunities from leasing land to full on partnerships in energy, natural resources, manufacturing and agriculture,” stated Brian Titus, Chief Executive Offi cer of the Sqéwqel Development Corporation, which promotes the economic development of Seabird Island. “Simply put, we want to do business. We feel that we have a lot to off er the business world, both locally and internationally.”
One of the highlights of the Business Forum
will be a Fundraising Art Auction and Networking Social, set to take place on Day One from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Th e event features First Nations art from Chief Seymour’s private collection. Th e proceeds of the auction will go toward building a new playground for the children of Seabird Island Band. Please check out the Business Forum website to view these exquisite pieces of art.
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For full Business Forum details, please check out the offi cial website: www.agassizharrisonfi rstnationsbusinessforum.ca. For further information on the Sqéwqel Development Corporation, check out: www.Sqéwqel.ca.
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Meet the ProsOctober 2015
Y O U R S O U R C E F O R Q U A L I T Y L O C A L P R O F E S S I O N A L S
Finback custom WoodWorks604-796-1196 | cell 604-857-3375
• New Cabinetry and Cabinet Refacing• Counter Tops • All Custom Cabinets are made
from solid wood (no particle board) • Handcrafted Furniture
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FINBACK CUSTOM WOODWORKS
6390 Pioneer Ave, AgassizVISIT OUR SHOWROOM
604.796.1196 | 604.857.3375 (cell)
CARPENTRY SERVICES
www.finback.ca
Hope Auto Body Ltd.
• Complete collision & glass services • Courtesy Vehicles • Express repair facility
- all insurance company estimates written here
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NOTHING TOO SMALL, NOTHING TOO BIG.
FREE metal p/uFREE estimates
for junk removal
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604.316.0760
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For more information visit www.peteandsonplumbing.com
Finback custom WoodWorks604-796-1196 | cell 604-857-3375
• New Cabinetry and Cabinet Refacing• Counter Tops • All Custom Cabinets are made
from solid wood (no particle board)6390 PIONEER AVE., AGASSIZ
visit our showroom
New Cabinetry, and Cabinet Refacing Counter Tops
FINBACK CUSTOM WOODWORKS
6390 Pioneer Ave, AgassizVISIT OUR SHOWROOM
604.796.1196 | 604.857.3375 (cell)
CARPENTRY SERVICES
www.finback.ca
Hope Auto Body Ltd.
• Complete collision & glass services • Courtesy Vehicles • Express repair facility
- all insurance company estimates written here
966 6th Avenue, 604 •869 •5244www.hopeautobody.ca
NOTHING TOO SMALL, NOTHING TOO BIG.
FREE metal p/uFREE estimates
for junk removal
JOE’S JUNK& METAL REMOVAL
604.316.0760
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- all insurance company estimates written here
966 6th Avenue, 604 •869 •5244www.hopeautobody.ca
Hope Auto Body Ltd.
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604-491-660172368 Pioneer Ave.
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Mon-Sat 10-4:30
OCTOBER2015
7202870
www.central365.org
Meeting at theAg Hall
6800 Pioneer Ave.
Agassiz CampusSunday, 10:30 am
Kids’ Ministry
HARRISON MILLS COUNTRY
Saturday & Sunday, October 17 & 18, 2015
10:30 am - 4 pmHave a Quilt you would like to show?For more information please contact
Mary at 604-796-9261 Or Kim at [email protected] Mills Community Hall
1995 School Road, Harrison Mills, BC
Admission
by donation
Raffle PrizesLunch Available
Groups & Activities For EveryoneHooked on Books: Agassiz Library Book Club takes place on the third Tuesday of every month, starting at 6:30pm at the Agassiz Library. Love to read and want to talk about what you’re reading? You don’t have to be a member, just drop in when you can. Pick up the book at the library any time before the meeting and get ready to share your opinions!Scrabble Club - Wednesdays, 2 pm - 4 pm at Agassiz Library. Free, drop in, all skill levels welcome. Enjoy the game, friendship and a cup of co� ee.Stitch “n” Rip - Every Tuesday from 9 am - 1 pm. Come to the Harrison Mills Hall with any un� nished sewing, stitching, knitting projects, etc. FMI call Kim 604-796-2336.Olive Branch Dinners - Come join us for a free home cooked meal. Tuesdays 5 - 6 pm. 7571 Morrow Rd, ACS gym. No expectations, enjoy community companionship. Families & all ages welcome.T.O.P.S. - Meets Thursdays at 9:30 am, or 5:45 pm., at the Agassiz Christian Church. FMI call 604-796-0686.Agassiz-Harrison Community Services Thrift Store - We’re looking for volunteers! Open Monday - Saturday from 10 am - 4 pm. Feel free to come by 6919 Cheam Avenue or call 604-796-9932 FMI.Royal Canadian Legion - Hosts drop-in “Fun Darts” every Mon. at 4 pm & Fri. at 8 pm, Players needed, arrive early to register. Cribbage daily. Non-members welcome. Call 604-796-2332The Wednesday Walkers - Easy hiking every Wednesday. FMI call Eleanor 604-795-0076Knitting/Crochet Sisters Group - Projects for worthy causes. Contact Alice 604-796-3060 or email [email protected] Al-Anon. - Is someone’s drinking a� ecting you? FMI call Shirley 604-796-9865 or Anne 604-796-3103Agassiz Elks Lounge - 1824 #9 Hwy, open daily 3pm till closing. Everyone welcomeThe Joy of singing with Doris and the Sunshine Ladies - Spend an hour with the seniors in song. FMI call Doris at 604-796-0442.Agassiz-Harrison Lions - Meet at 7 pm on the 4th Wednesday of each month at the Lion’s Den in the Ag-Rec Hall, 6800 Pioneer Ave. FMI call Joey at 604-796-9951Hope Christian Women’s Club Brunch - Free nursery by reservation as well. For info &
reservations call Raye 604-869-5420 Agassiz Harrison Community Drivers Program - A community based volunteer driver program providing rides to all local, Fraser Valley & Lower Mainland medical appointments & other personal services. Always looking for more drivers. Call 604-798-6228, email [email protected] or visit 7046 Pioneer Ave., Agassiz.Friendship House Nickel Bingo on Mon. at 1 pm, Tues. Bridge and Cribbage at 1 pm, Sit and Be Fit 10:30 am Mon. & Fri., Drop-in Floor Curling 7 pm Thurs.Kent-Harrison Arts Council - KHAC meets the third Sunday of each month. FMI call (604) 796-8604 or email us at [email protected] International All-weather Tennis Club - Drop-in tennis at 8 am daily at the Spring Park tennis complex. All are welcome. Good fun and exercise is guaranteed at no cost. FMI contact John Allen 796-9117Jam Session - Every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the month from 7pm - 10:30pm by donation. Everyone welcome, bring an instrument and a friend! OAP Hall, Friendship Hall. FMI call Derry at 604-796-1084Lions TV Bingo - Thursday nights at 6 pm on Shaw Cable. Pick up your bingo cards at The Source - Chehalis Store & Ledoux HardwareThe Chilliwack MS Multiple Sclerosis Self-Help Group - Meets every third Wednesday of each month from noon to 2pm at the lunchroom of the Royal Cafe 45886 Wellington St., Chilliwack. New members welcome. FYI call Owen at 604-795-5216The Agassiz-Harrison Ladies Golf Club - Play at the Harrison Resort Course Tuesdays at 4:50 pm and Thursdays at 9:30 am. All levels welcome. FMI call 604-796-3592.Agassiz ESL Conversation Circles - Practice speaking English at the Agassiz Library Tuesdays from 1:15 - 2:15 in July and on August 4.Harrison Community Social Club Drop-in - Every Thurs. at Harrison Hot Springs Memorial Hall, 9:30 am: cards, darts, games & co� ee. Contact Jacquie 604-796-3105 or Audrey 604-491-4944Overeaters Anon. - Meets Mondays from 7pm-11pm at All Saints Anglican Church, 6904 Lougheed hwy., Agassiz.Agassiz Monday Painters est.1961 - Meets every Mon. from 11 am - 3 pm at Agassiz United Church. FMI call Linda 604-794-5554.
Groups & Activities F
Family Friendly Burger & Brew - Every Friday evening from 4-8pm at the Legion. $10 pp. 1846 #9 Hwy., Agassiz.
The Kent Harrison Arts Council presents: Eden Veaudry - Will the hand fall in sync with the rhythm of the heart? Oct. 3-Nov. 1. 98 Rockwell Dr., Harrison Hot Springs. FMI call (604) 796-2723
Kilby Kid’s Halloween Party - Saturday, October 31 from 11am - 4pm. Dress up to win prizes, join our spooky scavenger hunt, enjoy a live magic show and more! Sponsored by the Agassiz-Harrison Lions Club. 215 Kilby Rd., Harrison Mills. FMI visit kilby.ca
Community Events
Community Corner
22 Agassiz Harrison Observer, Thursday, October 8, 2015
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Persons with proven experience on snow plowing equipment are required for temporary employment on an as required basis for snow clearing operations. Individuals must hold a valid Class 3 Drivers License with Air endorsement. The rate of pay is per the current CUPE 458 Collective Agreement, which includes a shift differential premium between the hours of 10:00 pm and 5:00 am.
Interested applicants must submit a resume and completed driver’s abstract to the District of Hope Municipal offi ce at:
by Friday Oct. 30th, 2015. Previous applicants must submit a new resume as previous application forms will not be considered.
Temporary Winter Truck Drivers
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ATTN: Donna Bellingham, Director of Corporate
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CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/free-assess-ment
42 LOST AND FOUNDFound: IPhone at the Agassiz Fall Fair - Sept 19. To claim go to RCMP station in Agassiz.
TRAVEL
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES
GET FREE VENDING MACHINES Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year. All Cash-Locations Provided. Pro-tected Territories. Interest Free Fi-nancing. Full Details CALL NOW 1-866-668-6629. Website: WWW.TCVEND.COM
HIP OR KNEE REPLACEMENT? Arthritic Conditions/COPD?Restrictions in Walking/Dressing?Disability Tax Credit $2,000 Tax Credit $20,000 Refund. Apply today for Assistance: 1-844-453-5372.
109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
START A NEW CAREER in Graph-ic Arts, Healthcare, Business, Edu-cation or Information Tech. If you have a GED, call: 855-670-9765
111 CARETAKERS/RESIDENTIAL MANAGERS
MOTEL ASST Manager Team to run small Motel in Parksville BC. Non-Smoking, no Pets, good Health, fulltime live-in position. Fax 250-586-1634 or email resume to: [email protected]
115 EDUCATION
Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca
109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CHECK CLASSIFIEDS 604-796-4300
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
115 EDUCATION
HUGE DEMAND for Medical Tran-scriptionists! CanScribe is Canada’s top Medical Transcription training school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today! 1-800-466-1535 www.canscribe.com [email protected]
Interior Heavy EquipmentOperator School. Real World
Tasks. Weekly start dates. GPS Training! Funding Options. Already have
experience? Need certifi cation proof? Call 1-866-399-3853 or
IHESHOOL.com
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
130 HELP WANTED
General Nursery LaborerQualitree Propagators, located in Rosedale BC, is seeking general nursery laborers. Duties may in-clude planting, weeding, pruning, loading orders etc. Applicants should be physically capable of performing job duties and able to work in all weather conditions. Prior nursery work experience an asset but not required. February to October 2016. Various start dates available till May 1st. Monday to Friday 7:30am to 5:00pm. (Some Satur-days & overtime will be required) Job is seasonal full time. Starting wage $10.45/hr Please fax resumes to Qualitree Propagators Inc. 604-794-3378 or email to [email protected].
Harrison Festival Society
The Harrison Festival Society is in need of a new General Manager. We are searching for a creative person who will dedicate
his or herself to continuing and enhancing our vision. If you think this might be
you, go to: www.harrisonfestival.com/
job_posting.gk for more details
. Hiring Flaggers-Must be certifi ed, $15-$18/hr. 604-575-3944
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
130 HELP WANTED
UCLUELET HARBOUR SEAFOODS
is currently seeking FISH CUTTERS“highest pay rate in
the industry” 8-10 hours up to 12 if is needed, 30 -60 hours
per week.Important information:
Shifts of work: We require fl exibility on schedule as
hours of work can be: from 5:00 am to 1:00pm or
2:00pm, sometimes working until 4pm or 5:00pm is
required during summer time when production is heavy and overtime is available
Apply by e-mail to: uhsjobs@
pacseafood.com or call at Ph:
250-726-7768 x234
137 LEGAL
CONVEYANCERMission Notary Offi ce
looking for a conveyancer.
B - 32757 Logan Ave, MissionFax: 604-826-1053 or [email protected]
PERSONAL SERVICES
182 FINANCIAL SERVICES
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB.
1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
.Need Cash, Own Vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. SnapCarCash. 604-777-5046
PERSONAL SERVICES
182 FINANCIAL SERVICES
LARGE FUNDBorrowers Wanted
Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income.
Call Anytime1-800-639-2274 or
604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
TAX FREE MONEYis available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mort-gage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income.
Call Anytime1-800-639-2274 or
604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
236 CLEANING SERVICES
Honest, dependable woman with lots of experience, available for housework, laundry or meal prep. If interested please call:1-250-470-2319. avail. immed.
281 GARDENING
Tail-Gate Lawn & Bobcat Service
Yard Clean-up & removal. Pruning Available.
ph:604-796-3420 or Cell:604-703-3680
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
162 TEMPORARY/PT/SEASONAL
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
300 LANDSCAPING
.Dan Knoke Trucking 1-888-794-3388
317 MISC SERVICES
STAMP COLLECTORLooking to buy stamps [email protected]
320 MOVING & STORAGE
1 As in movers we trust. Same day moves & deliveries. Reliable Hon-est Movers. Starting $45hr + gas. (604)997-0332 / (604)491-8607
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
www.paintspecial.com 778-322-2378 Lower Mainland
604-996-8128 Fraser ValleyRunning this ad for 10yrs
PAINT SPECIAL3 rooms for $299
2 coats any colour(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls
Cloverdale Premium quality paint.NO PAYMENT until Job is
completed. Ask us about ourLaminate Flooring.
NORTH STARS PAINTINGwww.northstars-painting.com
AMAZING WORK, AMAZING VALUE!
778.344.1069
338 PLUMBING
Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area.1-800-573-2928
162 TEMPORARY/PT/SEASONAL
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CHILDREN ........................................ 80-98
EMPLOYMENT ............................. 102-198
BUSINESS SERVICES ................... 203-387
PETS & LIVESTOCK ...................... 453-483
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE........... 503-587
REAL ESTATE ............................... 603-696
RENTALS ...................................... 703-757
AUTOMOTIVE .............................. 804-862
MARINE ....................................... 903-920
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Zoning Bylaw 1219, Amendment Bylaw No. 1525, 2015
Purpose of the Hearing: The District of Kent is holding a public hearing on the proposed District of Kent Zoning Bylaw 1219, Amendment Bylaw No. 1525, 2015. The main purpose of the amendment bylaw is to formalize the following two authorized commercial uses within the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR):
a. at 1685 Tranmer Road, a commercial use for a helicopter landing site as approved by the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) in 1975; and
b. at 6690 Key Road, a commercial use for a welding shop established in 1968; since the establishment of the shop was prior to the formation of the ALR, ALC restrictions on the use of agricultural land currently do not apply.
Also, to clarify and list previously approved non-farm-uses in the ALR, the amendment bylaw includes a new Special Conditions of Use section and provides for associated site plans within the Agricultural Zone. The commercial use areas on the above noted properties are identifi ed on site plans within the bylaw amendment.
Subject Lands:
1685 Tranmer Road PID: 008-027-064
6690 Key Road PID: 008-928-193
Your Input Is Welcome: District of Kent Council will consider your views on these proposed changes when making its decision. You can communicate these to Council in two ways:
• Speak in person at the public hearing. The hearing will be held Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. at the Centennial Centre, Municipal Hall, 7170 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz, BC.
• Submit your written comments. These must be addressed to Darcey Kohuch, Director of Development Services, District of Kent, PO Box 70, 7170 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz, BC V0M 1A0 and received by 4:00 p.m. October 13, 2015.
You can review the proposed amendments, all background material, and staff reports in advance at the District of Kent Municipal Hall reception desk between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday (excluding holidays) from October 1 to October 13, 2015 inclusive.
Questions? Please contact Darcey Kohuch, District of Kent Director of Development Services, at (604) 796-2235. The Agassiz ❖ Harrison
At this time we would like to express our appreciation for the hardworking newspaper carriers who put our
publication in the hands of readers everyday. In all types of weather and road conditions, our carriers remain
committed to their routes, knowing that our readers are counting on them to spread the news.
Delivering Thanks to Our Newspaper Carriers!
International NewspaperCarrier dayOctober 10th
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
362 SECURITY/ALARM SYSTEMS
We Service all Makes• ADT’s, DSC’s, Brinks
& all others• Medical & Fire• Free* Alarm Systems
604-792-8055 / 854-8055
378 VACUUMS
from $499 (Made in BC)Repairs & Service. We extend
warranties to all makes. Vacuum needs a service every 5 years just like an oil change!
604-792-8055 / 854-8055
PETS
477 PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes!
All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed.
Visit us at: fraservalleyhumanesociety.com
or call 1 (604)820-2977
ITALIAN MASTIFF(Cane Corso)
1 Female, 2 Male blue Purebred1st shots, tails / d c removed.
ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIANPet homes. $800. 604-308-5665
NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604-856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com
Short-haired Bernese Mountainpups, family raised, gentle, vetchecked, 1st shots, dewormed.$900 each. 604-795-7662.
TOY POODLE PUPS 6 weeks old. 1 black/brown & 4 chocolate brown. $800. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
560 MISC. FOR SALE
SAWMILLS from only $4,397 - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD:www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.
STEEL BUILDINGS... “MADNESS SALE!” All Buildings, All Models. You’ll think we’ve gone MAD DEALS. Call Now and get your DEAL. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca
563 MISC. WANTED
Have Unwanted Firearms?Have unwanted or inherited fi rearms in your possession?Don’t know how to dispose of them safely and legally?Contact Wanstalls and we will come and pick them up and pay you fair value for them.Wanstalls has been proudly serving the Lower Mainland fi rearms community since 1973.We are a government licensed fi rearms business with fully certifi ed verifi ers, armorers and appraisers.
Call today to set up anappointment 604-467-9232 Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms
REAL ESTATE
627 HOMES WANTED
Yes, We PayCASH!
Damaged or Older Houses! Condos & Pretty Homes too!
Check us out!www.webuyhomesbc.com
604-626-9647
RENTALS
706 APARTMENT/CONDO
AGASSIZ 2 bdrm gr fl r corner unit in Woodside Terrace, clean, quiet, well mngd bldg. Refs req. Avail now $750 +utils & D.D. 1-604-588-6665
DISCOVER BEAUTIFUL AGASSIZ
T. Marlowe Manor1755 - #9 Hwy, Agassiz(Under new Management)
Spacious and bright new condo quality
1 bdrm...$650 and 2 bdrm...$800/m
Prkg, coin laundry, elevator & balcony, 5 min walk to all
conveniences, down town. Available now.
Call 604-703-3405
736 HOMES FOR RENT
Agassiz- 1/2 duplex for rent. 3 bedroom, 2 bath. N/P, N/S. DD + ref req’d. $1100/mo + util. Avail. to Rent. call: 604-845-2705
RENTALS
747 RV PADS
Rosedale. Bridal Falls Cam-perland RV pads available. $435/month. Water and sewer incl. Hydro metered, and cable/wifi available $$. Laun-dry facilities onsite. Wash-rooms open year round. RV storage @ $75/mo available. Call 604-794-7361
TRANSPORTATION
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
2002 Hyundai Santa fe SUV - Automatic, 6 cylinder , heated leather seats and new tires. Good condition. 194,492km. $4500 or oboPls call: 604-796-9881
845 SCRAP CAR REMOVALThe Scrapper
pick a part
TRANSPORTATION
851 TRUCKS & VANS
KEY TRACK AUTO SALES
Abbotsford30255 Cedar Lane
DL# 31038 604-855-0666
2005 DODGE NEON, auto 4 dr sedan, a/c. STK#701. $1,995.2003 HONDA CIVIC, auto 4 dr sedan loaded STK#666. $4,9002004 ACURA EL 1.7 4dr sedan leather, sunroof, loaded, Only this week! STK#724. $5,900.2005 NISSAN ALTIMA, auto, fully loaded, 4 dr, sedan.STK#699. Only! $5,900.2007 DODGE CALIBER, 4 dr, auto. STK#602. $5,900.2005 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, au-to, loaded. STK#710. $6,900.2005 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, au-to, loaded. STK#672. $6,900.2009 FORD FOCUS 4dr,sedan loaded, auto STK#687 $6,900.2008 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr auto, loaded. STK#691. $7,900.2009 NISSAN ALTIMA, 4 dr, sedan, fully loaded, auto. STK#697. $7,900.2007 PONTIAC TORRENT 4 dr, AWD, fully loaded, only 99K kms. STK#657 $9,900.2011 NISSAN Versa 4dr auto, h/bk, loaded, STK#721 $9,900.2004 ACURA MDX 4dr auto, 7 psgr, loaded, DVD, Navigation STK#254 $10,900.2010 TOYOTA COROLLA 4dr, sedan, auto, fully loaded, STK# 731. $11,900.2012 NISSAN SENTRA 4dr, sedan, auto, fully loaded, STK#723. $11,900.2011 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA4 dr, auto, fully loaded. This week only! STK#721 $12,900.2012 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr, auto, loaded, STK#695. $14,900.2008 CHEV 1500 LT. Crew cab, 4X4, auto, short box, fully loaded. STK#600. $16,900.
33166 South Fraser WayDL# 40083 778-908-5888
2004 MAZDA 3 Auto, 4 dr, Only this wk! STK#673 $4,900.2004 DODGE CARAVAN 7psgr, loaded STK#525 $2,900. 2003 FORD FOCUS 4 dr, au-to, Aircared, STK#545, $3,900.2003 HONDA ODYSSEY 7psg full load, runs good, Aircared STK#530, $3,900.2002 FORD F150 crew cab 4X4 auto, fully loaded, short box. STK#686 $5,900.2007 DODGE Caravan 7 psgr, Aircared, STK#524 $5,900.2008 KIA RONDO 4 dr, auto, 7 psgr, leather, runs good, STK#424. $9,900.2009 TOYOTA COROLLA 4 dr sedan, loaded. No trade. STK#504. $10,900.
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Huge Flea MarketSaturday
Sat. Oct.10th10am-4pmTzeachten Hall
45855 Promontory RdOver 100 tables. Kids stuff, vintage treasures, clothes, collectibles, h/hold, DVD’s, records, jewellery, crafts & baking. Becky’s Grill Food Truck. $2 admission.
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10:00am - 3:00 pmhousehold items, furniture & more
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AGASSIZ’S NEIGHBOURHOOD PUB
Open: Sun 9 am - 12 am • Mon - Thurs 11 am - 12 am • Fri & Sat 11 am - 2 amjimmyspub.ca • like us on facebook 7215 Pioneer Ave. Agassiz • 604-491-1122jimmyspub.ca • like us on facebook 7215 Pioneer Ave. Agassiz • 604-491-jimmyspub.ca • like us on facebook 7215 Pioneer Ave. Agassiz • 604-491-
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6oz NY Steak Dinner $7.99 @4pm
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