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Vimy Park trees destroyed by vandalsJessica PetersTHE OBSERVER

An outwardly callous act of vandalism at Vimy Park in Agassiz has left the community reeling.

S o m e t i m e over Thursday night or Friday morning last week, someone killed three trees by snapping them completely in half. The trees had just been planted as part of a major revitalization of the park, which is centered around a cenotaph dedicated to the 20 Agassiz and Harrison men who died in the First and Second World Wars.

Passersby shook their heads and expressed disgust on Friday morning. But no one was more disappointed than the District of Kent gardener.

"I was angry this morning when I got to work," Scott Hurst said, just before pulling out the damaged trees.

"It's sort of like kicking a puppy," he said. "What did the trees do to you?"

It's unlikely anyone will ever know who snapped the trees in

half. But it's obvious it was a deliberate action, Hurst said. The trees, which were each about 12 or 14 feet in height, were each broken at the halfway point, with the tops still hanging by a few woody bres, and the branches all laying on the ground.

"You can't save them now. They're garbage," Hurst said.

They were a Japanese tree, called Katsuras, and cost about $120 or $130 each to purchase as part of the cenotaph revitalization project. That project was paid for in part by the District, the local Legion and Veterans Affairs of Canada.

An anonymous donor also just gave almost $6,000 to the local Legion, to help offset their portion of the costs of the renovations, which included new brickwork, new shrubs

‘It’s sort of like kicking a puppy. What did the

trees do to you?’

Scott HurstDistrict of Kent gardener

District of Kent gardener Scott Hurst looks at one of three damaged trees at Vimy Park in Agassiz. The trees were just planted as part of a much-needed revitalization project at the park, paid for in part by Veterans Affairs. The trees will be replaced in time for Remembrance Day, Hurst says.

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T. Marlowe Manor has been paying sewer usage rates for 25 units, since a fire destroyed them in February 2009. Council and staff are now looking at ways to reduce the rates for damaged, unihabitable proper-ties.


Sewer rates could be amended for hardship claims

Jessica PetersTHE OBSERVER

When re broke out at the T. Marlowe last February, both the ames and the water to douse them destroyed almost half the building's apartment units.

And in the months that followed, owner Marlowe Harvey was dealt blow after blow.

First, he was unaware he didn't have the proper insurance to fully cover a re.

Then, he was told the 36-year-old building would need massive renovations in the affected areas, to qualify for proper insurance following the re. As a result of the

insurance troubles, his mortgage was called into question.

It was a cascading problem, Harvey says, that mostly could have been avoided if he had

been more in the know. "The bottom line here

is, and I tell everyone this now, make sure your property is insured for the right value," he says. "I thought I was, but I was dead wrong."

Twenty- ve units were destroyed in total, both by the re and from the water from re suppression efforts.

That's 25 units that were, and still are, completely uninhabitable, and needed to be rebuilt almost from the ground up.

But due to an oversight at the District, Harvey was still being charged for sanitary and storm sewer rates.

"I fell between the cracks," Harvey says.

So two weeks ago, he addressed Kent councillors to see if they would help him out.

So far, he's paid about $10,000 per year, at a

rate of $411 per unit. The fees are meant

to cover the use of the storm and sewer system, a system those units aren't currently drawing on.

"These units have no facilities, no toilets yet," Harvey says.

He likens the issue to a builder who is constructing homes from the ground up. For new home building, sewer rates aren't applied until the home is inspected and ready for living.

While the units at T. Marlowe are close to being ready, they're not quite there, he says.

Due to the nancial troubles over the last year, it's been a slower process than Harvey would like. On top of the costs of rebuilding, he's not earning any income in those units.

"I asked them to reconsider charging me

for the sewer I couldn't use," he says.

Council heard his woes, and staff at the district has started working on a bylaw amendment that could help Harvey.

The amendment received three readings at Monday's council

meeting, and should be up for adoption at an upcoming meeting.

CAO Wallace Mah pointed out at the meeting that the amendment gives staff and council a chance to judge "each situation ... on its own merits."

As for the T. Marlowe

units, Harvey says it won't be long before the units are ready for renting again.

"The drywall is done now," he says, and the nishing time is now

between four and six months.

"It's now a better, safer building," he adds,

"completely brought up to existing code."

If passed as it reads now, the bylaw will be amended to allow district staff to consider hardship claims in reducing sewer rates following physical damages to properties. [email protected]

T. Marlowe has been paying sewer rates for 25 uninhabitable units

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Trees will be replaced soon

Luvena Bredick adjusts her daughter Vienne’s dress while visiting with her grandparents Wade and Alisen Whorly. It was the Whorly’s 75th wedding anniversary on Saturday, and familiy gathered at Logan Manor for a celebration. Wade and Alisen are long-time residents of Agassiz, and Wade is the oldest living Corn King.

Diamond anniversary

and new groundwork. In years past, veterans

visiting the park had to negotiate dirt and mud puddles, an especially dif cult task during rainy Remembrance Day ceremonies.

The push is now on to replace the trees by this year's Remembrance Day, Hurst said, but he's not sure what trees will be planted next.

This is the worst case of vandalism Hurst has

ever seen, in Agassiz or at his previous job as a gardener for North Vancouver.

"It's insulting to the people who went off to war, so that we could live in a non-violent era," he said.

It's not the rst vandalism to hit Vimy Park recently. Since the revitalization, there have been plants pulled out and bark mulch spread all over the new brick pathways.


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It's been a quiet week for the Agassiz Fire Department, with a burning complaint on Oct.14 on Kalyna Drive, and a hazardous

materials call on Hwy 9 at Evergreen.

Nothing was found at the site of that complaint.

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Jury chosen for Lee trial

A trial has begun for the two people facing charges related to Scott Daniel Lee's death. Lee was found dead in a home in the 400 block of Echo Avenue in Harrison Hot Springs, on November 23, 2007.

Robert Hugo Grattan and Nicole Amanda Birch are facing charges in connection with the murder, that alleged followed a violent home invasion. The trial began this week with

jury selection Monday morning, and will continue next week. They are facing rst-degre murder, attempted murder, assault with a weapon in connection and robbery using a rearm.

Three other people were injured in the incident, one with serious injuries. The two accused were arrested a few blocks from the home, allegedly wearing bullet proof vests.

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Media is being toured around remote areas of the Fraser Valley today, namely Harrison Hot Springs, Port Douglas and Stave Lake.

Aboard the helicopter will be an executive from Cloudworks, Observer staff and other members of the media. The trip will include a visit to the Tipella Fish Compensation site,

powerhouse, substations and re project intake.

Media will also be meeting with Chief Don Harris of the Douglas Band. After that, the tour will continue to include an aerial tour of Stave Lake.

The idea is to shed a little light on the waterpower projects going on in the area, while promoting an upcoming open house being held in Chilliwack

next Wednesday. As a legal ad stated

in last week's Observer, Cloudworks Energy Inc. is proposing to build and operate four waterpower projects in the area.

Those projects will be at Statlu Creek, Tretheway Creek, Shovel Creek and Big Silver Creek, and will include run-of-river projects.

Cloudworks says

"the four proposed projects would generate approximately 86 megawatts (MW) of energy combined (11, 23, 36 and 16 MW respectively)."

While the areas seem remote, there is reason for local residents to be aware of what is going on further up the lake.

As Harrison Hot Springs mayor noted in a recent council meeting, it may be that the building of the projects could lead to

a temporary increase in heavy truck traf c in and out of local communities.

While the media tour will likely provide answers, and The Observer will be publishing a story and photos based on the tour, our rst chance to publish that story will be in our November 4 edition — one day after the open house.

If you would like to attend the open house, it will be held

at Evergreen Hall in the Cheam Room on Wednesday, November 3, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

At 7:00 p.m. there will be presentations by the EAO and the Canadian E n v i r o n m e n t a l Assessment Agency on theprocesses with an opportunity to ask questions about the processes. A presentation will also be given by Cloudworks in relation to the proposed projects.

The public

consultation process will run for 30 days, from October 27 to November 25. In that time, comments can be sent in online (www.eao.gov.bc.ca), by fax (250-356-6448) or by mail.

The comments can be related to potential effects of the proposal, relating to environmental, economic, social, heritage and health [email protected]

Back in March, MLA Barry Penner visited a new, 25 megawatt run-of-river hydro project at the north end of Harrison Lake. Here he is seen speaking with members of In-SHUCK-ch First Nation, who will no longer need to rely on diesel generators. The new Cloudworks proposal includes an agreement with the Douglas Band

Power project open house promoted

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A life altering decision was made by a Prince George veterinarian when he amputated the front leg of a severely injured stray dog. Th e recovered dog became the much-loved pet at a local Personal Care facility. Understandably he was immediately named “Bob-a-Long” because of his distinctive style of walking.

A dog can experience fear, pain, love and contentment. But “Bob-a-Long” never dwelt on self-pity or remorse. Rather he became the typical and best dog you would expect – wagging his tail, shaking his good left paw and responding to aff ection.

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Cloudworks Energy Inc. (Proponent) is proposing to construct and operate four waterpower projects on Statlu Creek, Tretheway Creek, Shovel Creek and Big Silver Creek in the vicinity of Harrison Lake, BC. The four proposed projects would generate approximately 86 megawatts (MW) of energy combined (11, 23, 36 and 16 MW respectively).

The proposed projects are subject to review under British Columbia’s Environmental Assessment Act and the CanadianEnvironmental Assessment Act.

The Proponent must obtain environmental assessment certificates before any work can be undertaken on the proposed projects. However, prior to submission of an application (Application) for a certificate by the Proponent, the Environmental Assessment Office of British Columbia (EAO) must first approve Application Information Requirements.

The Application Information Requirements will specify the studies to be conducted and the detailed information to be provided by the Proponent in its Application. The EAO has now received draft Application Information Requirements from the Proponent and invites comments on this draft.

In order to provide information about the Application Information Requirements, and to receive comments from the public, the EAO invites the public to attend an Open House.There will be 1 Open House, to be held as follows:

at: Evergreen Hall, Cheam Room 9291 Corbould Street, Chilliwack BC

on: Wednesday November 3, 2010 from: 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

At 7:00 p.m. there will be presentations by the EAO and the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency on the processes with an opportunity to ask questions about the processes. A presentation will also be given by the Proponent in relation to the proposed projects.

If you are unable to attend the Open House, you may still wish to make a written submission. There are 30 days for the submission of comments by the public in relation to the draft Application Information Requirements. The comment period will begin on October 27, 2010 and end at midnight on

November 25, 2010. All comments received during this comment period in relation to the Application Information Requirements will be considered.

The intention of seeking public comments is to ensure that all potential effects – environmental, economic, social, heritage and health – that might result from the projects are identified for consideration as part of the assessment process. At this stage of the process, the primary intent is to receive feedback about the studies or information required for a comprehensive environmental assessment.

After taking public comments into account, the EAO will finalize the Application Information Requirements and issue them to the Proponent.

The EAO accepts public comments through the following ways:

By Online Form athttp://www.eao.gov.bc.ca By Mail:Kathy EichenbergerProject Assessment Director Environmental Assessment Office PO Box 9426 Stn Prov Govt Victoria BC V8W 9V1 By Fax:Fax: 250-356-6448

An electronic copy of the Application Information Requirements and information regarding the environmental assessment process are available at www.eao.gov.bc.ca.Copies of the Application Information Requirements are also available for viewing at these locations:

Agassiz Library: 7140 Cheam, Agassiz BC Chilliwack Library: 45860 First Avenue, Chilliwack BC

If you are unable to participate at this time, there will be an additional comment period during the Application review stage when you will also be able to provide comments to the EAO on the proposed Project.

NOTE: All submissions received by the EAO during the comment period in relation to the proposed Project are considered public and will be posted to the EAO website.

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The Kent Farmers' Market Pilot Project was such a success, plans are being put into place for the market to continue next summer.

The market ran on Thursday afternoons from 4 p.m to 7 p.m. throughout the summer, ending with a nal market at the Agassiz Fall Fair.

It was started with funds from a UBCM Tourism grant, in the

amount of $3,668.23. Vendor fees added $2,280 to the market's operating budget.

The pilot project was steered by District staff, but run by volunteers, and ended their year with a surplus of $1,100. That money will now be turned over to a committee, and the district will step back a little from the organization of the market.

But while the district is stepping back, they

will still support the committee, assisting with a location for the market, for example.

In a report to council from Kerry Hilts, Kent's director of recreation services, some improvements for next year's market are mentioned.

They include a slight time change, with hours

of 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., as participation fell off around 6 p.m. this year, as well as the possibility of moving the market to Pioneer Avenue, and closing a small section of Pioneer to traf c during those times.

The market averaged 12 vendors each week, with 20 vendors at the height of the market.

The majority, 60 per cent, of the vendors, were local. The remainder were from within the Fraser Valley. All vendors followed the 'grow it, make it, bake it' philosophy.

The report says that about 70 per cent of the buyers who showed up each week were [email protected]

Farmers’ Market a success

Trick-or-treatIf you've never been to the Kent Halloween

Spooktacular, this may be the year to start. "The Spooktacular has been going on for

20-something years," says Kimberly Goulet, recreation supervisor for the District of Kent.

It's a partnerships between the district and the Agassiz Harrison Lions Club, she says, in which children and their families can come to the Agricultural Hall and enjoy some free, safe and warm festivities.

"Kids can come get out of the cold, wind and rain, and show off their costumes," she says.

They can also plays some games of chance, while earning "Boo Bucks," which can in turn be traded at the Boo Bank for toys and trinkets.

To top it all off, the Lions provide a free hot dog and drink to all children who show up, and provide a small concession for the parents.

The Spooktacular also uses the help of the AESS leadership class, who help run the games. The Agricultural Association donates the space to the event, too.

While some people choose to trick or treat on the way to the Spooktacular, others gather their treats on the way back.

The Spooktacular is open from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Agricultural Hall.

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If only local taxes got attention

A local cadet places a wreath at the cenotaph in Vimy Park on Remembrance Day in 2009. Since then, the park has been revitalized, with new pathways, shrubs and trees. However, vandals just destroyed the three trees which were added to the park. (See story, front page.)

With all due respect

Vandals must have forgotWhat would cause someone to destroy newly-

planted trees? What's more, who would deface a cenotaph?

It's hard to know what was going through the minds of the vandals who killed the trees at Vimy Park last week. Rage? Probably. Alcohol? Duh.

But what was the catalyst? Some say it may be because the local skateboard

park is temporarily closed for maintenance. Let's hope not. Let's hope that a bunch of kids,

lucky enough to own skateboards, have free time, and the ability to do what they want, didn't head down to the nearest beautiful space with the intent of destroying it.

Let's hope not, because that park is there for a purpose. It's there to re ect on the lives of local men who were shipped off to war overseas.

The park is there to remember that those 20 men never came back. It's a place of honour, respect and pride. It's also a reminder that our daily freedom to do what we please — to go to war or stay home, to skateboard or walk or bike, to work, study and live in peace — came at a price.

So, whoever you are, when you lay down tonight, quietly make an apology. Make that apology to the community today, as well as the community past.

Make an apology to those 20 men, many of who still have relatives living in the area, who surely visit Vimy Park from time to time.

It was probably too dif cult to read their names on the cenotaph, as you did your dirty work under the cowardly cover of dark.

They are H. Heath, E. Chenhall, M.C. McCallum, N. Seymour, L. Cartier, D. McKinnon, D.H. Petitjean, W. McRae, W. Pollack, A.J. Cuthbert, H. Nealy, C. Sizer, H. Cashmore, Arthur Corriveau, Joseph S. Torgalson, Steven J. Fulbrook, Gordon J. McRae, Harry Laughington, Robert Williamson and Horace R.H. Downing.

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VICTORIA – The B.C. government is expecting recommendations any day now from its task force set up to examine local taxation of industry.

Here’s a tax issue that could use some of the public attention that’s been lavished on the anti-HST circus. It has smouldered for years with mill closures and ared up recently with a forest industry tax revolt against selected (mostly coastal) municipalities.

Rich Coleman set the tone during his tour as forests minister, when he said local governments are “dining out” on their industrial base, overtaxing mills while giving a free ride to the residential voters who keep them in of ce. In some cases the mill is paying 20 times the tax rate of a homeowner, without regard to the local services actually consumed by each one.

Finance Minister Colin Hansen got a verbal draft of the task force’s recommendations at the end of September. He didn’t wait for the written version, giving his response to the key recommendation to mayors and councillors at their convention in Whistler. Do not expect a proposed $25 million transition fund for those municipalities who let their industrial taxes get out of control.

“The ratio between the residential tax rates and the industrial tax rates in some communities is a problem for job creation and job retention in those communities that I think local governments have to deal with,” Hansen told reporters at the convention. “We want to be a supporting partner, but that doesn’t necessarily mean we’re simply going to be writing big cheques.”

Hansen mentioned Powell River, one of the mill towns where Catalyst Paper withheld $15 million in property taxes and went

to court to protest the rate. After municipalities’ right to set outrageous tax rates was upheld in court, Catalyst pleaded with Premier Gordon Campbell to provide some interim assistance to the communities.

Paying their current costs means shutting the doors. Powell River got that message, and began negotiating what it will take to keep its mill from shutting down, being dismantled and scrapped or shipped to Asia.

Nanaimo came to that stage with the Harmac pulp mill and it has reined in its industrial taxation for new owners. Employees there also learned the hard way about pricing yourself out of the marketplace, buying shares, taking pay cuts and cranking up productivity to restore their jobs.

The grind continues for towns such as Port Alberni. Catalyst workers there have voted 98 per cent to reject a company bid to reopen their contract, which runs to 2012 and includes a three per cent wage increase set for next year.

The union says the company wants concessions that add up to 21 per cent. If the local taxpayers won’t pay more to keep the mill going, the workers will have to, under this owner or the one that picks up the pieces after bankruptcy.

Is the B.C. government going to ride to the rescue of these communities, many of which are growing on the residential side as the baby boom retires? No. And it shouldn’t, either.

Municipal leaders came away from their convention with a faint hope that cabinet will consider some kind of aid in the spring budget. But Hansen said that would send a poor message to communities with more reasonable tax rates. The province would be using their tax money to subsidize communities that have been gouging industry.

It’s a low-pro le version of the harmonized sales tax debate. Consumers, in this case consumers of roads and sewers, are being asked to pay their way.

Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com.

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OBSERVERmailbag Letters appearing on this page represent the opinions of the letter writers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Agassiz-Harrison Observer or its employees.

Dear Editor,The Miami River

trail in Harrison Hot Springs provides a scenic recreational area and encourages citizens to participate in outdoor exercise. This greenway trail is part of the of cial community plan.

Next week, volunteers are needed on Tuesday, November 2, 2010 at 10 a.m. to help plant native shrubs along the 200-block Miami of the trail to replace the invasive plants recently removed.

The addition of native shrubs and plants, along the Miami River trail, will improve the health and function of the riparian system for people and wildlife.

The project is part of the Miami Creek Water Quality Improvement and Environmental Damages Restoration Initiative, funded jointly by Environment Canada’s E n v i r o n m e n t a l Damages Fund and the Village of Harrison Hot Springs.

The Miami River Stream Keepers are giving inkind support.

The Environmental Damages Fund is a speci ed purpose account, administered by Environment Canada, to provide a mechanism for directing funds received as a result of nes, court orders, and voluntary payments to priority projects that will bene t our natural environment. Priority funding is given to projects that restore the natural environment and conserve wildlife in the geographic region where the original incident occurred.

Projects must be delivered in a cost-effective, technically feasible and scienti cally sound manner, and address restoration, e n v i r o n m e n t a l quality improvement and education and awareness.

The Miami Creek Water Quality Improvement and E n v i r o n m e n t a l Damages Restoration

Initiative focuses on the Miami River from the Hot Springs Road to McCombs Road.

Over the years, invasive species have reduced the biodiversity, and available habitat for the wild life in the area. The trail area also experiences encroachment by homeowners and illegal dumping of garden waste.

Removal of invasive plants is an initial step to restoration. Fraser Valley Invasive Council crews treated Japanese knotweed infestation late this summer and the Village removed blackberries recently. Both these plants crowd out native species and destabilize the riverbank.

Riparian restoration will increase the habitat for small mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, bees, butter ies and other bene cial insects. Increased riparian vegetation will also result in better sh habitat. The

vegetation will improve the water quality by providing shade on the waterway, reducing runoff of sediments

and pesticides and allowing percolation to occur. Restoration will increase the value of the river for all. Please

come out at 10 a.m. on November 2 and help plant native shrubs and trees. Meet at the Hardy Bridge at Spring Park.

Refreshments will be provided.

Janne Perrin, on behalf of the Miami River Streamkeepers

Dear Editor,Here we are about midway

between Thanksgiving and Remembrance Day, and Branch 32 has a great reason to be thankful —

thankful for a donation of $5,750. That’s right, about six thousand dollars. That gure compares with the Legion’s 25 per cent cost of recent repairs and renovations to

the cenotaph in Vimy Park.The donation was made by a

local developer, who wishes to remain anonymous and who is thankful that he has lived a peaceful

and fruitful life in a democratic country. He is also thankful for the contribution of veterans to make this life possible.

We at Branch 32, Royal

Canadian Legion will remember this generous donation as we remember the Veterans who make it all possible.

Jim Johnson, President

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PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Council will hold a Public Hearing in accordance with Section 892 of the Local Government Act, in the Centennial Centre, Municipal Hall, 7170 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz, BC, on Monday, November 8, 2010 commencing at6:00 pm to consider presentations from the public regarding “District of Kent Zoning Bylaw 1219, Amendment Bylaw No. 1466, 2010”.

At the hearing, the public will be allowed to make representations to Council respecting matters contained in the proposed bylaw and all persons who believe that their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaw shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions.

Written submissions received before 4:30 pm on November 8, 2010 will be presented for consideration.

Purpose: In general terms, the proposed amendment bylaw is to improve the Personal Care Use defi nition and to permit Secondary Suite Use in the RS2 Zone.

ZONING BYLAW TEXT AMENDMENT

That District of Kent Zoning Bylaw No. 1219, 2001 hereby be amended as follows:

a. Part 3 Defi nitions: to amend the defi nition for Personal Care use.

b. Part 7 – General Regulations: to add the following Table under Section 7.17.6.10:

Residential Use

1 space in addition to 2 spaces required per dwelling unit

c. Part 9 – Zones: to add the following to 9.5 Single-Dwelling Residential 2 Zone (RS2), under .1 Permitted Uses:

.4 A secondary suite use

This bylaw and any relevant documents to be considered by Council may be inspected between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding holidays, from October 28, 2010 to November 8, 2010 inclusive, at the reception desk in the Municipal Offi ce located at 7170 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz, BC. Enquiries may be directed to the undersigned at(604) 796-2235.

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Are your kids cybersafe?The District Parent

Advisory Committee is bringing to Hope well-known computer techy Steve Dotto, not only to teach you a few tricks of his trade, but keep the community’s kids safe.

“It is a very relevant and timely topic to not only the parents, but the other sponsors of this event. Teachers, administration and support staff can gain from it. Steve Dotto is local, from Vancouver, and community members may be more intent on coming to see him. It’s also a collaborative effort, which is what we need in times of lesser funding,” says DPAC chair Anna Gladue.

Dotto will give parents, teachers, anyone charged with young people working on computers to a how to guide, adds Glade. His presentation “will provide a comprehensive overview of social networking, chat, Internet privacy and

security issues from an adult’s point of view; things like immediacy of items that kids post in places like Facebook, Myspace, and the many other social networking sites.”

The presentation is free of charge for any adult responsible for a computing environment accessible by kids, but it is also open to students as it could be a real eye opener for them, hearing and seeing what Dotto has to say,” adds Gladue.

DPAC, the local teachers’ association and the Fraser Cascade School District is bringing Steve Dotto to Hope, on Thursday, October 28, starting at 6:30 p.m. at the C.E. Barry Intermediate School, 444 Queen St..

This is a free event,

and there will be childminding available. To reserve a spot for

your child, phone 604-860-8010.

-Hope Standard

Spooky treat at ACEJessica PetersTHE OBSERVER

There's something spooky going on over at ACE. Spooky fun, that is.

But if you want to see it, you'll have to be quick.

The students and staff at the Agassiz Centre for Education have transformed one of their classrooms into a haunted house. And they're opening the doors to the public on Friday (tomorrow) from noon to 2:30 p.m.

Over the last two school years, the students at ACE have been feeling an increasing amount of school pride, says principal Sandy Balascak. And while they don't have the usual

"Spirit Days" or other school pride activities, they do participate in a lot of community activities, such as the Senior Teen Lunch program.

Now, it's time to bring the community into their school, she says.

They are hoping the local school teachers will make walking trips to visit ACE's haunted house on Friday. But it's also open to the public, too.

They are hoping to make it an annual event, Balascak says, and will be putting out a collection tin for donations at the door. Any money raised will go toward more decorations for next year.

For more information, phone 604-796-9496.

Well-known computer techy Steve Dotto will teach you a few tricks of his trade to keep your kids safe on the web, Thursday October 28th, 6:30 p.m. at C.E. Barry School.

Daffodil planting on Saturday This spring, Centennial Park burst

with a little extra colour in the form of bright yellow daffodils.

The owers bloomed after being planted last fall as part of the Communities in Bloom program. The work was done largely by volunteers.

Well, another planting is planned for Centennial Park, with more daffodils bulbs to be placed. And once again, volunteers are needed to get out and

help brighten up the community. The planting will be held this

Saturday, October 30, from 10 a.m. to noon.

Volunteers are asked to meet at the Fitness Activity Centre, and to bring a shovel if possible. Refreshments will be provided.

For more information, phone Scott at 604-796-9005.

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Detmar Schwichtenberg, a member of the Fraser Valley Watershed Coalitions, helps out at a volun-teer planting on Tuyttens Road on Saturday morning. Dozens of volunteers showed up to help with the planting. The next planting is scheduled for November 2. See page 7 for more information.

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H2H relay runs 100km It's one of the Fraser

Valley's meanest, longest runs, and there's still a chance to be a part of it.

The popular Haney 2 Harrison Relay Run is being held November 6, and registration is still open.

The route follows the mighty Fraser River along country roads, nishing at Harrison

Lake. The relay is run by a team of eight runners.

Team fees are $560 plus 12 per cent HST, plus a non-BCA member surcharge if

applicable. That fee includes

eight souvenir garments.

The run is 100 km long, and the top time of 5:20:53 goes back to 1985, courtesy of a men’s team, called Team VOC.

The top women’s team time is 6:17:27, to a team called the Hershey Harriers. They ran that time in 1996. This will be the 29th annual event.

An utlramarathon runs concurrently with the H2H relay, also at 100 km in length.

An awards ceremony will be held at the Harrison Hot Springs Executive Hotel, in the Harrison Room from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Penticton’s Steve King, a veteran athletics & triathlon announcer — including the Sun Run, TC10K, Royal Victoria and Vancouver International Marathons — will be announcing at the awards ceremony and nish line.

Then, the day winds up with a post-race party at the Agassiz Ag Hall, which is open to family and friends of

the runners.Details of the course

map are on their web site at www.bcathletics.org/h2h/.

Kids getting the winter blues a little early? Help them shake it up, with two different dance classes at the Kent Leisure Activity Centre.

The rst class, simply titled Dance, covers hip hop and jazz dance styles, for children ages seven to 13 years.

The set of six classes, held on Tuesdays from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., starts on November 2. Cost is $35 per child.

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3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. This class also starts on November 2, and cost is $35 per child.

Both classes are taught by Raquel TeBrinke.

Other classes of interest are an Introduction to Fly Fishing (November 6), Emergency Child Care First Aid (November 6) and Restorative Meal Plan (November 8).

For more information on these and any other program offered through Kent Leisure Services, phone 604-796-8891.

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OBSERVER communityPoppy sales start tomorrow

Agassiz's rst poppy of 2010 was presented to Acting Mayor Darcy Striker by Legion Branch 32 President Jim Johnson last week. This year's Poppy Campaign will begin tomorrow, Friday, October 29.

Poppy funds are used locally for medical equipment for veterans and their spouses, bursaries for children and grandchildren of veterans, and other veteran-related uses in the community.

Watch for poppy sales at events and businesses around Agassiz.


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OBSERVERcommunityHarrison Happenings: Circle of lifeRuth AltendorfFOR THE OBSERVER

The greatest pleasure I experienced this fall was to visit with many of my relatives and with my friends.

Fall seems to be the perfect time for this. I spent a day on the farm of my late brother’s son and caught up with his children: two delightful teenagers, Victoria and Alexander, and William, who is still under 10 years of age.

I went across the border to meet my grandchildren, again, also still under 10 and I was invited to a Thanksgiving dinner by my grandson, Andrew and his girlfriend, Khristi, who live on the top oor of a highrise

building in Vancouver. There, I also met my oldest grandson, Aaron.

There are some people in life who are being dealt more dif culties than others, but many of them cope or even excel in what they are doing, in spite of it!

In my eyes they are heroes, and my grandson, Aaron is one of them. In icted with a health issue that, at this point in time is not curable, he still lives life to the fullest.

To take part in the different stages of life is most educational: The children, full of energy and excitement, the teenagers and the young people ready and eager to take on the responsibilities of their

time and life. Their parents, who

experienced all this before and are now in the full swing of life, dealing with all the pressures and dif culties that come along. And then, there are the seniors, with a longer life expectancy than ever before!

I was invited to a Thanksgiving dinner with the seniors at the Friendship House. There we were, some younger than myself, some older. And soon enough, as it always happens at this kind of gathering, the question arose: Where are all the gentlemen? But we soon realized that, at this particular get-together, the ratio was better than usual

and wondered why. Not only this, all

the men seemed to be spritely and happy! I quickly realized that almost all of them were curlers!

If this is the case, gentlemen pay heed: join the curlers and live longer! Interaction between the ages is very important. We all can learn from one another and it is for this reason that I enjoyed

my different encounters tremendously.

Looking into public life, I have two senior heroes: one is Hazel McCallion who, close to 90 years of age, is seeking a twelfth term as mayor of Mississauga in Ontario. On the gentlemen’s side it is Christopher Plummer who, at 80 years of age, just took on a major part in a future movie and remarked: “Keep the

work coming, it keeps me young!”

Then again, perhaps

the best way to stay happy and young is to join the curlers!

Profits, plaques and October taxes

50 Years Ago, 1960• A plaque for the new cairn at Port

Douglas nally arrived at Agassiz in October of 1960 but it would not be placed on the cairn until better weather in the spring of 1961. The cairn was built for the 1958 Centennial but problems with the plaque set back its delivery date. The plaque read:

“PORT DOUGLAS: In 1858, the start of the gold rush, the Caribou Trail ran from here to Lillooet on the bank of the Fraser River. This gold rush town was the jumping-off place for thousands until 1863 – 65 when the Fraser Canyon Road turned traf c through Yale. Erected by the Agassiz-Harrison Board of Trade, Department of Recreation Conservation, 1960”

• The District of Kent’s deadline for taxes was 5 p.m., October 31. In those days the tax deadline was set for the fall, after the crops were in so the farmers had more money to pay.

• The pro t for the 1960 Fall Fair was estimated at about $300.

• Seventy-two square dancers attended a square dance sponsored by the edgling local tennis club. Couples came from as far away as White Rock, Hope, Mission and Chilliwack.

• Locker beef was advertised at $.38 a pound by the side from the Star Meat Co. Ltd., with the phone number UN5-2646. In the 1960s phone numbers in the local telephone exchange began with the pre x UN for Underhill.

• ECHOES FROM THE PAST

The District of Kent wishes to invite interested members of the public to a ‘COME AND GO’ session on the proposed Kilby Dike Recreational Enhancements.

The Enhancements include: • Interpretative Signage• Benches• Improved gates along

the Kilby Dike from the Lougheed Highway to Trail ends

Notice for Public InvolvementKilby Dike Recreational Enhancements

The come and go meeting will take place as follows:

Harrison Mills Community Hall, School Road, Harrison MillsTuesday, November 2, 2010 • 3 to 6 p.m.

(the come and go format allows participants to drop in and participateat any time during the scheduled session)

If you require any additional information please do not hesitate to contact Kerry Hilts, Director of Community Services at 604-796-2235.

KilbyKilbyDikeDike

Dike Trail Dike Trail EndsEnds


Wade & Alisen Whorly celebrate their

DIAMOND WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

Wade & Alisen Whorlycelebrate their

75 years together!

In the early 1940s, Wade & Alisen moved from Vancouver to Agassiz, a couple of city kids wishing to try their hand at farming. After a series of trials & errors it didn’t take long before they developed a rm handle on both dairy farming & growing fresh green market corn.

Alisen & Wade bore 6 children - 3 girls & 3 boys: Diane, Merna, Rae, Garet, Keray & Robbin. The Whorly farm thus became a successful family run operation.

Wade also drove a school bus for 27 years.

Wade & Alisen enjoy having 8 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, 6 great great grandchildren, 1 great great great granddaughter, 3 step great

grandchildren, & 5 adopted great great grandchildren.

The Whorly family would like to take this opportunity to express their gratitude for the wonderful sense of community that they have all enjoyed over these past years along with the memorable acquaintances & friendships that have developed over time.

Thank you to Sardis Bakery(Agassiz) for the beautiful cake as they donated it as a gift to the family! We would also like to thank both Logan Manor and Glenwood Care Centre for all of their efforts in providing the lovely facilities for our wonderful celebration held October 23rd.

Being part of the Agassiz community

has been a true

privilege for us all. HAPPY

19thBIRTHDAY

Shane!

Love, all your family & friends

Stuart & Rena ScottNovember 4th, 1950

60th Wedd ing Annivers ary

In celebration of this this milestone, their children wish to invite family and friends to an:

Open House1555 Parkwood Drive AgassizSaturday, November 6th2 to 4 pm

The gift of your presence is all thatis required.

October 29, 1960

50th Wedding Anniversary 50th Wedding Anniversary

Congratulations Robby & Sheila Robertson!from Family and Friends

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

16 CHRISTMAS CORNER

Advertise here to promote your upcoming

• Craft Fair• Bake Sale• Open House• Christmas Tree Sales• Christmas Lighting

Book a space here in the classifi ed’s to let readers know about it.

Nicole 604.702.5554

21 COMING EVENTS

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Retro Deluxe Antiques & Vintage Bargains.

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

041 PERSONALS

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FREE TO TRY. LOVE * MONEY * LIFE. #1 Psychics! 1-877-478-4410 $3.19 min. 18+ 1-900-783-3800 NOW HIRING.

TRAVEL

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75 TRAVEL

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CHILDREN

83 CHILDCARE AVAILABLE

Daycare available in my home 0-5 years of age. Reasonable

rates will do weekends and shift hours. Call Sherry 604-845-0514 1 (604)796-0108, agassiz area

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

26,400sq.ft. Greenhouse, North Okanagan, for tomatos and cucumbers, includes stand-by generator, tomato grader to be relocated. $90,000 1-250-546-3998 after 7pm.80% COMMISSION TRAVELONLY has 500 agents across Canada. Business opportunities with low investment, unlimited income po-tential, generous tax/travel benefi ts. Run your travel company, full-time, part-time from home. Register for FREE seminar, www.travelonly.ca, 1-800-608-1117, Ext. 2020.

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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 1 800 661 6335.

Everything to start your own picture framing business. Machinery, sup-plies, prints & more. Owner retiring. $20,000 obo. (604)845-3220

Flower Store Franchise - $65,000 (Victoria, B.C.)

Own a part of the most suc-cessful group of fl ower stores in Canada. Existing 20 year old turnkey franchise available in Victoria, B.C. Serious inquir-ies only. Reply to: sellfl [email protected]

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108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

HYGIENITECH Mattress Cleaning & Upholstery Cleaning/Sanitizing Business. New “Green” Dry, Chemical-Free process removes bed bugs, dust mites, and harmful allergens. Big Profi ts/Small Invest-ment. 1-888-999-9030 www.Hygienitech.com

NET up to $2900/mo, safe, secure, all cash turn-key. No selling, min. invest $17,800. 1-866-650-6791

READY For Financial Freedom? $3500-$7000 a week, Simple, PT!! Not MLM. NO Selling or Convincing- EVER!! Go to www.opentodream.com NOW!! 317-436-8333 John.

SODA & Candy Vending Route. Safest & Quickest Returns. Earn $50K A Year Huge Profi ts Secured Hi-Traffi c Locations. Manufacturer’s Direct Pricing. 1-866-430-6767. Must Sell.

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Due to growth, our Services Group has a fulltime career

opening for an Administrative Assistant, with a strong

knowledge of plumbing, gas & HVAC-R.

You must have (3)+ yrs of service industry experience, preferably in dispatch, order processing and/or

with a trade supplier. Knowledge of Timberline

software would be an asset. Progressive by nature, we offer a

salary commensurate with experience, benefi ts, and an excellent work environment.

Submit your resume in confi dence, with covering

letter to Email: [email protected]

or Fax: 604-525-6158

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114 DRIVERS/COURIER/TRUCKING

Class 1 Drivers “Transporters of wheeled vehicles”

Well established Auto Transport Company with top of the industry equipment requires City and Hwy Class 1 Drivers with minimum 2 years experience. Car Carrier experience preferred, but will train the right individuals with willingness to learn. Successful candidates must be fl exible to work day and afternoon shifts. Come join our growing team of professional drivers as we offer exceptional wage and benefi ts program along with a great working atmosphere.

Please send resume with current Commercial drivers abstract to

MCL McGill Carriers Ltd. Attention:

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS,Fax: 604-526-6578

or Email: [email protected]

Visit: www.mclmcgill.com

FAMILY ORIENTED trucking co. specializing in O/D freight. Must be able to cross border. Home most weekends. Min. 2 years exp. Fax resume & abstract to 604-852-4112

115 EDUCATION

DGS CANADA2 DAY

FORKLIFTWEEKENDCOURSE

Every Saturday at 8:30am #215, 19358-96 Ave. Surrey

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Ask about our other Courses...*Stand up Reach *Fall Protection *Aerial Lift *RoughTerrain Forklift*Bobcat *WHMIS & much more.

“Preferred by Employers

MASSAGE TRAINING 1, 2 and 3 year Programs Starting: JANUARY 2011 www.OVCMT.com 1-800-701-8863

Optician TrainingStart January 27, 2011BC College Of Optics

604-581-0101www.bccollegeofoptics.ca

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115 EDUCATION

Studio Trendz Hair &Beauty School

Fall Enrollment SpecialNow enrolling students for our 2010/2011 hairdressing course.

The fi rst 10 students will get a $1000 Tuition Grant.

To Register Call:604-588-2885 or 778-896-3709

118 EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES/RESUMES

130 HELP WANTEDEDMONTON BASED COMPANYlooking for qualifi ed & experiencedequipment operators; mulcher operator experience considered anasset. Out of town & camp work,mid November start. Safety tickets & drivers abstract required. Fax 780-488-3002;

[email protected] (CANADA) is now hiringHeavy Equipment Technicians, Service Supervisors and 3rd and4th year Apprentices in various locations throughout WesternCanada. Visit our website to viewthe locations that are currently hiring and to submit your resume:www.fi nning.ca.

FLAGGERS NEEDEDIf not certifi ed, training available for

a fee. Call 604-575-3944

GET IN THE GAME!!!Up to $20/hour. No phones. Work with people. 15 positions for our Promotional Dept. People skills an asset. No experience, no problem.

Call Shelley 604-777-2195

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604-794-5817

Lumber ............$100Tools ....................$25Truck winches .$40Aluminumladders ...............$50Dolly ....................$20

4x6 utilitytrailer ...............$200Wheelbarrow ..$30Heavy chain .....$20Garden tools ...$20

HOT TUBnew spa pack $1,000 and/or a 9’x16’ cedar gazebo

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Hope & Area Transition

Society

The Hope & Area Transition Society is a non-profi t organization which provides programs to individuals and families affl icted by social issues. The Society is seeking applications for their Aboriginal Mentorship Program. This program will be hiring two individuals who will work with First Nation students in the Hope and Agassiz schools.

This position entails the worker to perform their position with little or no supervision.

The preferred candidate will have:• Strong understanding of First Nation culture and

knowledge of the Sto:Lo and Nlaka’pamux culture• A degree in the Social Services fi eld or related fi eld of

study. Equivalent work experience will be considered• Experience working with First Nation individuals and

families who are experiencing challenging situations and demonstrate a non-judgemental approach

• Motivation, initiative, fl exibility, and the ability to make sound decisions

• Strong understanding of the dynamics of family violence; addictions and mental health issues

• Ability to coordinate and organize groups & one-on-one sessions

• Strong listening & communication skills (written & verbal), and confl ict resolution skills is necessary

• Valid driver’s license, dependable vehicle and willingness to carry extra insurance

For more information visit our website at www.hopetransition.org

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Send resume to:Geraldine Dyble – Executive Director

Box 1761 Hope, BC V0X 1L0Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

Preference may be given to those candidates who possess both the skills, qualifi cations and experience and who have Aboriginal ancestry. This is a term-specifi c position to the end of June 2011.

Closing Date: November 5, 2010Start Date: ASAP


130 HELP WANTED

GREAT OPPORTUNITY! Hiring on-site managers/maintenance full-time mature persons for Northern Alberta Apartment Complex. Husband and wife team preferred. Competitive salary and benefi ts. Resumes to: [email protected]. Fax 1-780-623-9345.

GREG GARDNER GM req’s a exp. Sales Manager in Squamish. Send resume to fax: 604-898-2281 email: [email protected]

Medical Offi ce Trainees Needed! Drs & Hospitals need Medical Offi ce & Medical Admin staff! No Experience? Need Training? Local Career Training & Job Placement is also Available! 1-888-778-0459

Resident Care Aides required at Cheam Village

in Agassiz

If you are energetic, enthu-siastic & enjoy working with older people please email your resume to [email protected] or fax 604 796 3844.

THE GUYAN Group is a retail service company that has been established for over 40 years and we pride ourselves on excellent quality of work and a team based atmos-phere, “When we grow you grow”. We can offer a fast paced environment, opportu-nity to learn new skills, career advancement along with per-sonal & professional growth across both retail and service industries. We are currently seeking skilled Merchandisers to work night shifts for an on-going dedicated program. This position is a permanent part time position to start with the possibility to take on full time hours. Requirements: - Mini-mum of (1) yr retail in-store ex-perience - Previous experi-ence with display, signage and store fi xture set up - Previous merchandising and installation related experience - Previous experience working with plan-o-grams - Direct front line cus-tomer service - Strong atten-tion to detail - Experience us-ing both hand and power tools - Must have a home computer with internet and printing capa-bilities - Must have own vehi-cle - Available to work nights - Ability to travel within the prov-ince for 2 - 5 days at a time - Capable of performing physi-cal work and standing for ex-tended periods of time Re-sponsibilities: - Following instructions, layouts, elevation drawings, fi xture specs and plan-o-grams - Ability to work in a team environment - Ability to follow and take direction - Deliver exceptional customer service - Friendly, respectful and reliable - Ability to lift up to 50lbs - Comfortable being in a physical, busy, moving work environment - Follow all safety standards The Guyan Group wants to have professional and motivated individuals join our team who are interested in achieving the highest level of success and enjoy it with us as we grow. Interested appli-cants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume and quote reference code BCM-0021-HDBL in your submission to FAX 905.845. 3221 or via email to [email protected]. We wish to thank all those inter-ested for applying however only successful candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

134 HOTEL, RESTAURANT,FOOD SERVICES

The Old Settler Pub In Harrison Hot Springs

is currently seeking an authentic Mexican cuisine cook for busy

kitchen. Must have 5 years expe-rience and be fl uent in both Spanish and English, have a

positive attitude & be team-oriented. Wage negotiable based on

experience. Pls fax resume to 604-796-1034 or email [email protected]

138 LABOURERS

FORKLIFT OPERATOR / General Labour - Amix Salvage, Chilliwack BC Work in our busy surplus yard - must have Class 5 DL, forklift exp, & ability to do heavy lifting. A can do attitude with a strong sense of safety awareness is a must for this role! Apply at www.amix.ca or fax 1-866-812-2478.

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139 MEDICAL/DENTAL

Casual Recreation Aide

required at Valley Care in Agassiz.

If you are energetic, enthu-siastic & enjoy working with seniors please email your re-sume to:

[email protected] or fax 604 796 3844.

156 SALES

A LEADING FURNITURE & appli-ance retailer in the B.C. Southern Interior has an opening for a Sales Associate. Some computer skills are required. We offer a competitive commission salary and great team environment. Please mail or email your resume to: P.O. Box 397, Trail BC, V1R 4L7;

[email protected]

SALES REPS needed, commission based plus potential bonus. Send resume to [email protected]

160 TRADES, TECHNICAL

Mechanics - Amix Salvage & Sales Work for an industry leader! We offer competitive pay and a great benefi ts package. Seeking experienced mechanics for our Surrey and Chilliwack locations. Visit us at www.amix.ca to fi nd out more about us and how to apply.

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Fax Resume: 604.526.2151 or Call: 604.526.3731 or

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

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221 CARPENTRYThe Renovator: experienced local carpenter specializing in decks, laminate fl oors, framing, fi nishing, metal roofs, vinyl siding, concrete, additions & painting. Commercial & Residential. Kelly 604-819-1936

236 CLEANING SERVICESMAGIC WAND Will Clean Your

House/Offi ce to “Sparkle” Equipped supplied, bonded. (not Sardis)

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260 ELECTRICAL#1167 LIC’D, BONDED. BBB Lge & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter, WCB. Low rates 24/7 604-617-1774YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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283A HANDYPERSONSA HELPFUL HANDYMAN Ltd.

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300 LANDSCAPINGknoke trucking

320 MOVING & STORAGEAAA ADVANCE MOVING

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329 PAINTING & DECORATING

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

338 PLUMBING10% OFF if you Mention this AD! AMAN’S PLUMBING SERVICES

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353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTSEAST WEST ROOFING & SIDING

CO. Roofs & re-roofs. BBB & WCB. 10% Discount, Insured.

Call 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437GL ROOFING & Repairs. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs BBB, WCB Insured 1-877-257-5362GL ROOFING & Repairs. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs BBB, WCB Insured. 604-240-5362.

356 RUBBISH REMOVAL

RECYCLE-IT!#1 EARTH FRIENDLY

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PETS

477 PETS3/4 Shihtzu & 1/2 Papillon pups, fe-male, tri-colour, declaws, deworm, Parents on site. $450 604-795-6552BLUE HEELER / Staffordshire Ter-rier cross puppies. 8 weeks old, born Sept 1. 4 females, 3 males. Family / farm raised, very friendly. $400.00. Call 604-798-9577.BOSTON Terrier pups 10 wks, reg-istered, micro chip, vet ✔ shots, de-wormed, these are gorgeous pups delivery avail $900+ (604)557-3291Boston Terriers pups, ckc reg, vet checked, reputable breeder, excel-lent pedigree. 1(604)794-3786BOXER PUPPIES, great tempera-ment, family raised, stunning colors, vet ✓ dewormed, 1st shots $950 each. Call 604-341-1445BOXER PUPS: family raised, vet checked, 1st shots, ready now, must see, $900. (604)826-0548CATS & KITTENS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats.604-309-5388 / 856-4866CHIHUAHUA P.B. $595+, 8wks, Vet chkd, 1st shots, absolutely gor-geous, delivery avail. 604-557-3291CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES, 8 wks, vet ✓ 1st shot, 3M, black/white, 1F white/tan. $600. 778-998-4064.CHIHUAHUAS, tiny pups, 8 wks old, ready to go. 1 male, 1 female. parents to view $650 (604)794-7347.Chocolate lab puppies, family raised. First shots, vet check and dewormed. $600. 250-804-8441Dalmation pups, 1M, liver spotted, born july 1, ckc reg., all shots, de-worm, $1000. (604)793-5130

DOBERMAN PUP, MALE, 10 wks old, brown, $800.

Phone (604) 589-7477 (Surrey).GERMAN Shepherd pups, ckc reg. parents German bloodlines with no slope, exc temperament. $1000. (604)796-3026. No sun callsGERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS work-ing line blck & blck & tan, 6 wks, $650 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602GOLDEN LAB x Border Collie pups, 6 weeks old, $350. Call (604)793-2032GOLDEN RETRIEVER 6 puppies, P.B. Mother golden retriever/golden lab. $400. 604-826-9543

560 MISC. FOR SALE

PETS

477 PETS

DOGO ARGENTINO MASTIFFS PB, 3 mos. old.1 male, 3 females.

$1500. 778-242-0862 or 778-808-5600.

HIMALAYN KITTENS F. choclate point, M. blue point, Dewormed, 1st shots $600. 604-856-1695 Refs.Kittens; Himalayan rag doll x, cali-co, tabby, blk & white, litter trained, dewormed $75-$200. 604-823-2191LAB PUPS black & yellow ready to go Oct. 20 @ 8 wks, start @ $700 & come w/starter kits 604-477-2930LABS, Chocolate, Parents reg’d, pups not. 1st shots, dewormed, vet ✔, M/F, $600/ea. (604)850-4945LAB X BOXER 6wk/old pups, male & female, cute & loving. Eating solid foods, $200. 604-795-6006.MALTESE PUPPIES 2M 1F. 9wks, 1st shots partially paper & crate trained. $550. 604-591-5789MALTI / SHIH-TZU / POODLE X. Pups & adults. Adorable chocolate & other colours $700 604-820-9469NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! www.856-dogs.com or call: 604-856-3647.Pomeranian pups, reg, adorable, , orange/party colours, 1st shots, starting $500. (604)794-7345YORKIE PUPS. P/B no papers. Shots, vet checked, females, $800. Call 604-858-5826 ChwkYORKSHIRE Terrier Puppies, M $750. 1st shots, vet ✓, ears up, 10 wk old, ready to go. 604-543-5255.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

525 UNDER $3005 piece oak dining set, $300. 604-796-2420

545 FUELBEST FIREWOOD

32nd Season & 37,000 Cust Deliv. Fully Seas. Maple, Birch, Alder

604-582-7095

548 FURNITURESofa Italia 604.580.2525

560 MISC. FOR SALE#1A STEEL BUILDING SALE! Save up to 60% on your new garage, shop, warehouse. 6 colors available! 40 year warranty! Free shipping, the fi rst 20 callers!

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749 STORAGE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

560 MISC. FOR SALENEW Computer Guaranteed andFREE LCD TV with paid purchase!!! No credit check. Up to $3000 credit limit. Smallest weekly paymentsavailable! Call Now 888-293-3192

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WEDDING DRESS!!!

STUNNING JADE DANIELS wedding gown from the 2010 col-lection. Purchased in April from Ivory Bridal in Langley The colour is ivory with a sweetheart top, is fi tted to the waist, then fl ows away from the body. A bustle was added to the dress so the train can be buttoned up during the re-ception. It is a size 8 (fi ts a little small). Cost was $1400 plus $100 for the alterations, will sell for $875. Contact 604-768-9109 to see photos or [email protected]

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTSDIGITAL Piano Keyboard, like new,58”x13”. $400. Call (604)869-5576 to see.

REAL ESTATE

603 ACREAGE20 Acres-$0 Down! $99/mo. NearGrowing El Paso, Texas. Guaranteed Owner Financing, NoCredit Checks. Money BackGuarantee.FreeMap/Pictures. 800-755-8953 www.sunsetranches.com

625 FOR SALE BY OWNERAGASSIZ-land and beautifully reno-vated 2 br mobile home new from the studs in to include all new win-dows, new insulation new oak hard-wood fl oors, new drywall and much more. come and look $149,900.own your own land!! phone for pic-tures 604-798-1952 Mt Woodside,Agassiz

627 HOMES WANTED

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630 LOTS

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636 MORTGAGES

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130 HELP WANTED


1977 Wilderness RV, good cond., 24' G, sleeps 4, full size fridge, microwave, propane stove, furnace, toilet, radio, lots of storage $2,000 OBO call from 8 am - 7 pm 604-796-9979

Top floor of house in Agassiz3 Bedrooms, 21/2 Baths, NS, NP,

$900/month, hydro & gas included. 1/2 mo. DD required. References please.

Call 604-845-2705AvailableNov. 1st

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636 MORTGAGES

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVEHOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.caHomelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDOAGASSIZ #105 - 735 #9 Hwy. 2 bd, $700/mo + util., pet negot. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage (604)792-0077AGASSIZ #106-1735 #9 Hwy. 1 bd, $650/mo + util., pet negot. Avail now. Ross Fullbrook, Royal Lepage (604)792-0077AGASSIZ, 2 BDRM apt, with view. Clean bright bldg, lg. kitchen, laun-dry in bldg, free parking. N/p, avail. now. $625/m. (604)614-6184AGASSIZ - $625.00 Mt. Cheam views, one bedroom,recent renova-tion, elevator, new laundry facilities, storage locker, parking & walking to downtown amenities. One month free & discount to seniors 65+. Pet friendly. Available Oct 15th. 778-918-9062.AGASSIZ: CLEAN 1 bdrm, apt. in Woodside Terrace, quiet well man-aged bldg in downtown.$570/mth. + utils & D. D. Immed. (604)588-6665

AGASSIZ

T. Marlowe ManorSpacious 1 bdrm

available now. Ask about our seniors discount.

Pets upon prior approval.

604-796-8760

AGASSIZ Woodside apartments, 1 bdrm apt on top fl oor of quiet, well maintained building with onsite caretaker. Same block as library, groceries, bank etc. Laundry, eleva-tor, assigned parking spot, storage locker, freshly painted. Available Nov 1. $600. 1-604-805-8020 or [email protected]. 1 bdrm, partially furnished in Harrison avail. now. $500/m incl. H&H, 1/2 security deposit req’d. + ref. & n/s. 604-796-9726 or 604 316-5216.HARRISON HOT SPRINGS 1 Bdrm condo with 5 appls, 2 prkg. NS/NP. $700. Nov 1st. (604)826-2006HARRISON HS lg 1bdrm apt. W/D in suite, avail Dec 1st. N/S only, n/p, dd, RR. 604-793-5335

PARKSVILLE WINTER GETAWAYOceanfront, fully furnished /equipped 2 bdrm condo. Awesome view. Bright, cozy & quiet. Cable TV & wireless internet. Sandy beach, walking trails & golf. Private rental in beautiful resort setting. N/S, N/P. Call 250-949-6702 (leave message) or email: [email protected] COQUITLAM downtown Beautiful Quiet Clean Built 2006. 2ndfl r+elevtr 2bedrm 2bath laundr 7appls Covered deck U/gnd prkg+stor Gym. Refs, 1yr min lease, n/s, n/p. $1250/mo incl hot water + gas-fi repl. 778-231-2718SEMIAHMOO MALL Quiet, one bed, 750 sq/ft apt behind mall. No pets/no smoke. Call 604-219-9002

736 HOMES FOR RENTAGASSIZ, 4 BDRM farm house, 3 full bath, 2 master bdrms, new home, garage, RV parking n/s, n/p, $1975/m. Nov. 1 (604)751-5096HARRISON Hot Springs,waterfront, 5 km fr. HHS, 2 bdrm, 5 appls, cbl TV, N/P. $1,000/mo.Avail. until June 2011. Call 1-604-937-5288.

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION

HARRISON HOT Springs - condo to share: ns, nd quiet female look-ing for a roommate to share condo. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, balcony over-looking miami river. very quiet build-ing winter and summer. resident cat, no other pets please. $625 all inclusive. 604-860-3919

752 TOWNHOUSES

CHILLIWACK, 3 bdrm + den end unit 3 yr old townhouse, $1300+util, 604-316-3190

TRANSPORTATION

806 ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

1978 Corvette, 95% restored, black, red interior, 300km (on re-stored engine), asking $20,000 obo. (604)378-9922

809 AUTO ACCESSORIES/PARTS

5th Wheel tail gate, set of ext mir-rors, 2 trlr brake controllers, 1 Reese, 1 Prodigy, all for 1999-2006 3/4 ton Chev p/up. 1 (604)796-9074

810 AUTO FINANCING$0 DOWN & we make your 1st payment at auto credit fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599. www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309.

NEED A VEHICLE? No Credit? Bad Credit. Cars - Trucks - SUVs. Good credit or bad credit. Guaranteed to Drive. 1-877-734-9242. Apply online www.Joanmasters.caWANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CRED-IT? Last week 18 out of 21 applica-tions approved! We fund your future not your past. Any Credit. Want a VISA? www.coastlineautocred-it.com or 1-888-208-3205.

818 CARS - DOMESTIC1977 Olds Omega h/b, wht leather-ette, 260-V8 engine, orig-40374mi, orig owner, offers to $10,000. 1 of only a few built. (604)795-53421981 AMC CONCORD 2 dr., 258 c.i. 6, auto. All power equip. Ex. orig cond. $1895 obo. 604-852-8762.1989 Corvette Roadster con-vertible. $12,000. (604)701-2257www.corvette4sale.co.nr/ 1989 Olds Sierra Cutlass Grey ext, low mileage, exc cond. 1 owner, no accid, new tires, n/s. $3000 obo. 604-261-00941999 MALIBU, brown, auto, good running cond., 84 km, very clean, $5,500 obo. Phone (604) 614-29102000 DODGE INTREPID, 4 door, burgundy, fully loaded, AirCared. Looks great! $1700. 778-241-8271.2004 CADILLAC CTS auto 4dr sdn heated leather, fully loaded St#35 $6900 DL#31038 (604)855-06662004 Dodge SX, blue, 4 dr.1 owner, lady driven, 89 K, all weather tires, great in snow, fuel effi cient, well maint. $7,500 obo. 604-853-39532006 Chev HHR, auto., fully loaded, blk/viper red, sunroof, 1 of a kind, $10,500 obo. (604)819-4930

2008 CHEVROLET IMPALA - V-6, local, all pwr. options, no accidents, sandstone metallic, alloys, low Km’s 58k $12,995 604-328-1883

200 Ford Focus, 243,000 hwy km, well maint, new clutch, lots of new parts, $2000 obo. (604)792-6679

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TRANSPORTATION

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

1988 300E Mercedes Benz, black, leather, $3000 obo. (604)858-0946

1992 HONDA ACCORD 4 dr auto, $950. Runs good. 778-241-8271.

1998 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, auto, Air-Cared, $2400. Call: 604-855-9587.

2001 VW Cabriolet, 138kms, air-care, 5sp, man., exc cond., all ser-vice records, $8000. (604)702-8330

2002 VW BEETLE, MINT! 2nd owner, grey, auto, all options, 92K, no accid’s. $8900. (604)824-0426

2003 HONDA Accord EX-L. Black, lthr, fully loaded ex cond. Orig own-er. 221K. $9000 obo. 604-556-8778

2003 NISSAN SENTRA, white, 4 dr auto, CD, A/C, 169 K, nice & clean, $2,999 fi rm. (778)246-2020.

2004 NISSAN Altima S, Black Beauty, auto, loaded, 66,500km, 2.5 ltr, well-maint., $9500 Call 604- 858-8955

2006 VOLVO V70, 103K, fully load-ed, blk heater, Volvo service warr 2yrs. $18,850. 604-986-5427

2007 TOYOTA CAMRY, red, auto, 6 cyl. exc. cond. like new, 24,000 kms. $20,000 604-464-4172

2007 TOYOTA COROLLA SP. 29K Exc shape. Chrome wheels, sun-roof, etc. $15,900. (604)557-1133

2008 BMW 335CI coupe, bluetooth, nav., warr 2012, loaded, absoulute beauty $38,800. 604-218-2149

2010 Toyota Matrix, auto, 4 dr h/b, loaded. Grey, exc cond. Wholesale $13,995 DL5961 (604)793-5520

830 MOTORCYCLES

1981 Yamaha Twin, 750 cc, w/col-lectors plates. Good cond., $1000 obo. (604)795-3688

2005 250 YAMAHA 4x2, 900 kms. plus trailer, winch & buddy seat. $3,000. Call 604-853-8825.

838 RECREATIONAL/SALE

1981 Chevy 19’ Frontier M/H, exc mech cond., slps 4, no xtra ferry costs, $5900 obo. (604)819-4930

1989 Kustom Koach, 23’ - 5th whl, 94 Chev 3/4T, Xcab shrt bx,low km, $9,900 both or sep.(604)856-3819

2004 GMC 2500 HD, 2x4, Duramax -Allison, short box, 14k, 5th whl, rolltop cover, truck cover, $37,000 obo. 604-939-0207

2008 Neptune Holiday Rambler, 300 Cummings diesel, 6sp Alison tran, 37’, 4 slides, slp 6, loaded, warranty, $155,000 obo. Call (604)378-9922

22’ Wildwood trailer. Northwest Package. Slps 4. Dual batteries. Like new. 604-852-8944 [email protected] $14,495

26’ TRAVEL TRAILER (and truck?) in Excellent condition. Details and Pictures: LivingSpace4Rent.com

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVALMinimum $100 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

ALL VEHICLES WANTED

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TRANSPORTATION

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

1993 CHEVY BLAZER, White, good working cond. many new parts. $1300. 604-826-7590.

1994 CHEVY BLAZER SLE 4x4, needs cat. conv. to pass AirCare. Also alt. $1200 as is (604)853-6183

2003 FREELAND ROVER V6 auto full load 4 whl dr auto CD 132K. $8500.778-552-6300,778-908-7572

851 TRUCKS & VANS

1983 GMC Sierra 1500, canopy, 6.2 diesel, Muncie 4sp trans, 227,500k, aircared to sept 21/10. $3500 obo. (604)792-7640

1985 Chev Silverado 3/4 ton Suburban, propane, $4700 in-vested, driveable, $3500 fi rm.

1985 DODGE RAM 100 Custom 1/2 T. V8 (318), 158K, P/S, Air-Cared til 09/09/11, new brakes, complete maint records, runs great, $1000 obo. (604)854-5121

1994 GMC SIERRA 2 dr. seats 6, 4x4 auto a/c, 193K, aircared. $2700.778-552-6300 778-908-7572

1997 DODGE CARAVAN GRAND, 4 dr, fully loaded, AirCared, $1250. 604-832-8944

1997 E-250 FORD cargo van, 275,000km, running boards, hitch, ps., pb., $3000. 604-814-2895

2002 Chev 1500HD Silverado crew cab, auto, 4x4, V8/6 litre, 4 dr, tow pkg, 230K, $6900. 778-240-4574

2005 CHEV Uplander 7 psgr, auto, OnStar, DVD, loaded St#37 Special $4,900 DL#31038 (604)855-0666

2007 FORD F150 ext’d cab, 4 dr suicide, V8, 4.6, magnum fl r exhst, auto, white, blacked out, $17,500 obo. (604) 751-3162 or 820-0592.

2009 Dodge Journey 3000kms, incl Bruno Power wheelchair on Class 3 hitch only $18,000 (604)793-9658

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

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES & DETAILING

2007 FORD F350 quad cab XLT auto 4x4 diesel St#16 $18,9002006 FORD F350 quad cab XLT auto 4X4 diesel St#25 $15,9002004 GMC 2500 SLE auto 4X4 Duramax diesel St#36 $11,9002007 FORDS F150 SCrew XLT 4X4 auto 4X4 gas St#32 $16,9002005 GMC QUADCAB 4X4 auto, long box, loaded St#26 $13,9002006 FORD F250 XL quad cab, auto, long box St#20 $8,8882006 CHEV 2500 crew cab auto short box St#34 $10,9002000 NISSAN Pathfi nder SE4X4 auto,clean,no accid St#31 $6,900

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www.keytrackautosales.com

859 UTILITY TRAILERS

2009 MIRAGE white tandem axle closed in CAR TRAILER, 12000 lbs GVW, 24’ of storage, 29’ overall length. Like new $12,000 obo. 604-820-6330 pager 604-632-7584.

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The vaccine is FREE if you are:• 65 years or older• a child or adult with a chronic medical condition• living with a senior• living with someone with a chronic medical condition • a health care worker• an emergency responder (paramedic, fire fighter, police, etc.)• Aboriginal people on/off reserve• a healthy child 6-23 months of age• a household contact or child care provider of children 0-23 months of age• adults who are morbidly obese• working with live poultry• a pregnant woman in your last 3 months of pregnancy between November and April • providing care or service in settings that house high risk persons, (e.g. crew on ships).

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anufacturer to dealer delivery credit available on 2010 Silverado2500 (tax exclusive) for retail customers

only. Other cash credits available on most 2010 m

odels. See dealer for details. Program valid to Novem

ber 1 2010 on dealer inventory. ∞Variable rate financing for 84 m

onths on 2010 Silverado on approved credit. Bi-Weekly paym

ent and variable rate shown based on current TD Finance prim

e rate and is subject to fluctuation; actual payment am

ounts will vary w

ith rate fluctuations. Example: $10,000 at 3%

for 84 months, the m

onthly payment is $132.13. Cost of borrow

ing is $1,099.17, total obligation is $11,099.17. Down paym

ent and/or trade may be required.

Monthly paym

ents and cost of borrowing w

ill also vary depending on amount borrow

ed and down paym

ent/trade. Bi-weekly paym

ents based on a purchase price of $27,998 for Silverado Crew 4W

D, $22,998 for Silverado EXT CAB, $16,998 for Silverado REG CAB with $2,050 for Silverado Crew

4WD, $1,950 for Silverado EXT CAB, $850 for Silverado REG CAB dow

n payment. ◊ U.S. Governm

ent star ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Adm

inistration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessm

ent Program (NCAP). For m

ore information on safety ratings, go to

ww

w.safercar.gov.

Based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2010 Fuel Consumption Guide ratings. Your actual fuel consum

ption may vary. */†/∞

Offers apply as indicated to the purchase of 2010 new or dem

onstrator models. Dealer order or trade m

ay be required. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited tim

e offers which m

an not be combined w

ith other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail custom

ers in BC Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area only. See Chevrolet dealer for details. Lim

ited quantities of certain 2010 m

odels available. Sm

art Purchase™ financing is available on approved credit through Ally Credit. Eligible vehicles: 2010/2011 M

Y new or dem

onstrator Chevrolet/Buick/GMC/Cadillac. Dealer order (2011M

Y only) or trade may be required. Lim

ited quantities of certain 2010 models. Applies only to qualified retail custom

ers in Canada. Payments am

ortized over a term of up to 84 m

onths. At months 47-49 or 59-61 custom

er may: (i) exercise option to return vehicle for sale to Ally Credit if applicable conditions m

et, including payment of $199 disposal fee

and any excess wear/km

charges; (ii) continue at initial payment am

ount for remainder of term

; or (iii) trade-in vehicle to dealer. This offer may not be com

bined with certain other consum

er incentives available on GM vehicles, including deferred paym

ent offers. GMCL or Ally Credit m


inate this offer in whole or in part at any tim

e without notice. Conditions and lim

itations apply. See your dealer for details. ¥¥ Dependability based on longevity, as sourced from R. L. Polk Canada, Inc.; Canadian Vehicle in Operation registrations as of July 1, 2009

(Model Years 1988 to 2008) and Total New

Vehicle Registrations for the full-size light-duty pickup truck segment, including chassis cabs. Based on %

of vehicles remaining in operation, w

eighted on age of vehicle. ¥2010 Chevrolet Silverado XFE with the 5.3L engine and 6 speed transm

ission and competitive fuel consum

ption ratings based on Natural Resources Canada’s 2010 Fuel Consumption Guide. Your actual fuel consum

ption may vary. Excludes hybrids and other GM

models. ¥¥Offer applies to new

or demonstrator

2010 MY Silverado Light Duty Extended and Crew

Cab C/K Models 1SF, 1SB, 1SD (excludes hybrids) delivered before Novem

ber 1, 2010 at participating dealers in Canada. Dealer order or trade may be required. Eligible custom

ers receive either: (a) a pre-installed Chrome Accessories Package (grille, 6” tubular assist steps, door handles and m

irror caps) valued up to $1500 (tax inclusive) (“PDG Truck”); or (b) a Custom Accessory Credit of up to $1500 (tax inclusive) to be used tow

ards the purchase of genuine GM Accessories

to be installed on a non-PDG Truck from on-ground inventory. Dealer installation included. This offer m


ith certain other consumer incentives available on GM

vehicles. GMCL m


inate this offer in whole or in part at any tim

e without notice. Conditions and lim

itations apply. See your GM dealer for details.

To qualify for GMCL’s Cash For Clunkers incentive, you m

ust: (1) receive Government confirm

ation of vehicle eligibility under the Retire Your Ride (“RYR”) Program, supported by

The Government of Canada, and turn in a 1995 or older M

Y vehicle that is in running condition and has been registered and properly insured in your name for the last 6 m

onths (12 months in B.C.); (2) turn in a 1995 or older M

Y vehicle that is in running condition and has been registered and properly insured under (i) a small business nam

e for the last 6 months or (ii) your nam

e for the last 6 months in B.C.; or (3) turn in a 1996 through 2003 M

Y vehicle that is in running condition and has been registered and properly insured in your nam

e for the last 6 months. GM

CL will provide eligible consum

ers with a m

anufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) to be used tow

ards the purchase/finance/lease of a new eligible 2010 or 2011 M

Y Buick/Chevrolet/GMC/Cadillac vehicle delivered betw

een October 1 and November 30, 2010. Ineligible vehicles: Chevrolet Aveo, 2010 M

Y Chevrolet Cobalt, 2011 MY Buick Regal, Chevrolet Cruze and Cadillac CTS Coupe, and M

edium Duty trucks. Incentive ranges from

$750 to $3,000, depending on model purchased.

Incentive may not be com

bined with certain other offers. By participating in the Cash For Clunkers program

you will not be eligible for any trade-in value for your vehicle. See your participating GM

dealer for additional program conditions and details. GM

CL may m

odify, extend or terminate program

in whole or in part at any tim

e without notice. If you successfully com

plete the RYR Program, you w

ill be eligible for a $300 cash incentive from the Canadian Governm

ent. Residents of Northwest Territories, Yukon or Nunavut are

excluded from the RYR Program

and are therefore ineligible for GMCL’s Cash For Clunkers incentive. Som

e conditions apply. Visit ww

w.scrapit.ca for m

ore information. ## $1,000 is a m

anufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive) available to current ow

ners of a Buick/Cadillac/Chevrolet/GMC vehicle registered and insured (in Canada) in their nam

e for the previous consecutive six months and w

ho are not eligible for the Discontinued Brand Owner Loyalty, Van Ow

ner Loyalty, or Lease Bucks programs. Credit m

ay be applied tow

ards the purchase/finance/lease of an eligible new 2009/2010/2011 M

odel Year Buick/Cadillac/Chevrolet/GMC vehicle, delivered betw

een October 19 – December 30th, 2010. Ineligible vehicles: Aveo, Cobalt, Cruze, all Pontiac, Saturn, Saab, and Hum

mer vehicles, and m

edium duty trucks. Offer m

ay not be redeemed for cash or com

bined with certain other consum

er incentives. See dealer for details. GM reserves the right to am

end or terminate offers for any reason in w


ithout prior notice.

$10,500†

TO FIND YOUR BC DEALER AND SEE OUR OFFERS, VISIT:

CHEVROLET.CA

RECYCLE YOUR 1995 OR OLDER VEHICLE AND RECEIVE

IN ADDITIONAL CASH INCENTIVES.

UP $3300TOIN COLLABORATION WITH RETIRE YOUR RIDE, FUNDED BY THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA.

OR ASK ABOUT

MOST DEPENDABLE, LONGEST-LASTINGFULL-SIZE PICKUP

ON THE ROAD

HIGHEST POSSIBLE U.S. GOVERNMENT CRASH SAFETY RATING◊

HWY: 11.4 L/100 km – 25 mpgCITY: 15.9 L/100 km – 18 mpg

FREIGHT AND PDI INCLUDEDBIWEEKLY/ 84 MONTHS

$2,050 DOWN PAYMENT/TAXES NOT INCLUDED

AT VARIABLE RATEFINANCING

OR

PLUS UP TO $1,500 IN ACCESSORIES ON US¥¥

PLUS UP TO $1,500 IN ACCESSORIES ON US¥¥


$1,950 DOWN PAYMENT/TAXES NOT INCLUDED


OR

MOST FUEL EFFICIENT FULL-SIZE PICKUP


HWY: 11.4 L/100 km – 25 mpgCITY: 15.9 L/100 km – 18 mpg


$850 DOWN PAYMENT/TAXES NOT INCLUDED


OR

INCLUDES $9,000 CASH CREDIT AND $1,000 GM OWNER LOYALTY BONUS##



MOST FUEL EFFICIENT FULL-SIZE PICKUP


HWY: 10 L/100 km – 28 mpgCITY: 14.1 L/100 km – 20 mpg

Call Gardner Chevrolet Buick GMC at 604-869-9511, or visit us at 945 Water Avenue, Hope. [License #7287]

October 28 2010

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