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Rambo fans came in all ages and sizes as Hope held a weekend celebration to mark the 30th anniversary of the filming of First Blood. The annual Pumpkin Toss (above) at Hell’s Gate featured a Rambo theme and there were walking tours as well as an outdoor showing – on a 40-foot screen – of the film. For more details see page 5.

Transit could start by May

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Hope residents could see a new transit line linking the city to Chilliwack as early as May 2013. � at’s if a pro-posed feasibility study shows a large enough demand for the service.

Hope Mayor Susan John-ston and Coun. Peter Robb got the opportunity to meet with B.C. P r e m i e r C h r i s t y Clark in S e p t e m -ber, dur-ing the a n n u a l Union of B r i t i s h Columbia M u n i c i -p a l i t i e s (UBCM) meeting, and they had a two-item agenda in mind – transit and RCMP costs.

� e lack of transit services has been an issue for years and Robb said it impacts both the quality of life for citizens and hampers Hope’s economic development.

“We felt that the UBCM was a good opportunity to talk transit,” he explained.

“We don’t have transit at all.”

While Greyhound still op-erates routes in the area and the volunteer run Care Tran-sit helps seniors to travel, BC Transit is nonexistent.

“For seniors to go to medi-cal appointments in Chilli-wack. To do shopping that

they can’t get here, like spe-cial shoes and things, that’s an issue. � e economic side of it is getting workers to come here, where businesses are short of workers in cer-tain areas. Getting to and from is the issue,” he said.

� e last time Robb spoke to BC Transit he was told it would be at least “� ve to eight years” before they

w o u l d consider p u t t i n g transit in Hope.

“ W e f o u n d that unac-ceptable.”

But this time, the re ac t ion was dif-ferent.

Robb said BC Transit president Manuel Achad-inha was more receptive to the idea of linking Hope to Chilliwack.

“He is committed to do-ing a feasibility study in November of this year. If the ridership is there and the community embraces it, we could see limited service starting in May of next year.”

Robb said there won’t be a direct run from Hope to Chilliwack, rather transit would likely connect the communities through Har-rison and Agassiz. He’s hop-ing there would be a morn-ing and evening run to allow people to come back and

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But the public has to be sup-portive of the idea.

“All these people that say we need transit, they need to come out to these public meetings,” said Robb.

Public transit meetings have not yet been scheduled, but are expected to take place in Novem-ber.

“We understand that there is going to be some cost involved, transit doesn’t fund itself and never does. We are going to have to get creative.”

That could include partnering with transit and the Fraser Valley Regional District to help fund it.

Mayor Johnston took the lead on the RCMP issue, asking the premier and Attorney General Sheila Bond, to help offset polic-ing costs. Currently more than 25 per cent of Hope’s total budget goes to policing.

Johnston said while they were cordial and listened to her com-ments, no help was offered.

She pointed out that commu-nities of 5,000 or less do not pay anything for RCMP services and that Hope was only 1,300 people over that mark. A sliding pay-ment scale was also suggested, but rejected.

“We’re too small to be big and too big to be small,” said John-ston, adding they will have to keep trying to find other cost savings.

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Final pieces of the historic landmark are removedBridge project completed


The last visible re-mains of the old Kawka-wa bridge are being re-moved.

On Friday, a construc-tion crew began the dif-ficult process of tearing down the final piles in the river bed that will close the last chapter on the old bridge.

Made famous 30 years ago because of its high profile scene in the film First Blood, star-ring Sylvester Stallone, the bridge was eventu-ally replaced last year and the old structure torn down.

Howard Ratzlaff of HCR Environmen-tal Consulting was on scene to ensure the final pieces were taken down correctly, without im-pacting the river.

Large concrete blocks have been placed in the river to guide the wa-ter away from what re-mains of the structure.

“We’re just trying to deflect the water, the current, around it so we can create a work site around the piles,” ex-plained Ratzlaff.

The piles are made of steel filled with con-crete and have to be re-moved from the river-

bed up. The remainder of the piles will remain underground.

“In order to remove them they have to cut the steel. In order to cut the steel they have to reduce the water around it.”

The project is ex-pected to take several days to complete.

A concrete block located between the piles also has to be de-stroyed and removed.

Ratzlaff said the project has to be com-pleted, to meet a previ-ous agreement.

“The removal of the bridge in its entirety was part of the ap-proval from Fisheries

and Oceans in order to grant the approval to build the new bridge. So this is the last chunk of work.”

The old structure also needs to be re-moved for the sake of natural river flow.

“One of the aspects is it is a deterrent to the stream bed to be

able to move back and forth naturally. So it is a disturbance to flow.”

He said the structure does prevent the river from creating natural eddies and pools.

Ratzlaff said he is on hand to ensure no en-vironmental concerns arise during the proj-ect.

On Thursday, Oct. 11 at 7 p.m. lo-cal residents will have an opportunity to participate in a telephone town hall meeting with Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon MP, Mark Strahl.

“In a riding as large as this one it is simply not possible to visit every com-

munity as often as I would like. The telephone town hall meeting allows me to have a dialogue with constituents in every corner of the riding,” said Strahl.

Households across the riding will re-ceive a call Thursday evening with in-structions on how to participate in the

town hall meeting. Residents can also participate by calling toll-free 1-855-269-4484.

“Constituent feedback is very impor-tant to me, and this is yet another op-portunity for me to hear the views of my constituents,” said Strahl.

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Crews were busy diverting the water flow by the old Kawkawa bridge on Friday afternoon. The piles, all that is left of the historic landmark, are the last pieces being removed. Once completed, no part of the old bridge will be visible, although some portion will remain underneath the river bed.


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But plenty of work going on to prepare for next yearYale site closing for season


As another season comes to a close for the Yale Historic Site, staff and volunteers are reflecting on the many successes of 2012.

Site supervisor Deb Zervini said it was one of the busiest seasons in recent years. She gives a lot of the credit to the new Sasquatch exhibit, which attracted visitors from across the area, the Fraser Valley and the Lower Mainland.

The exhibit featured everything from plas-ter foot casts to hair samples and other Sas-quatch related items. The display was so pop-ular that it has been ex-tended until the end of

the 2013 season.But there is more to

the Yale site than the legendary Bigfoot.

“We still have all our other historical exhib-its,” explained Zervini.

The historic site is set to close on Oct. 14 and re-open in May of next year. By that time, sev-eral new displays may be ready.

Thanks to provincial funding, two new tents are being set up as part of the Living History tent city. They will be a gold commissioner’s tent and a doctor/den-tist/barber tent.

“Barbers often took on the job of pulling teeth,” said Zervini, who added old dental tools will also be on display.

Other projects on the go include repairs and restoration to the exte-rior walls and windows of the Creighton House museum building and a large landscape restora-tion project complete with tree trimming, gar-dens, landscaping, new pathways and interpre-tive signage.

The biggest project for the off-season is the Ward House building and grounds.

The original house is undergoing a full con-servation with the goal that it will be open to

the public next year.“We need to do this

now, otherwise it may start to fall apart,” she said.

The Ward House, also known as the Shilson House, was constructed in August of 1881. The heritage value of the residence was recog-nized by the provincial government, and work-ing with the Yale and District Historical Soci-ety, a conservation/res-toration project is under way.

While the site is clos-ing for the season spe-

cial events are still being planned.

On Oct. 27 the pub-lic is invited to witness the return of the Creepy Crawl. The event is a Ha l l o w e e n - t h e m e d journey that allows people to view the old buildings by lantern light and enjoy a tour of the pioneer cemetery.

Zervini said the tour also involves live the-atre as performers will appear as the spirits of local pioneers. They will talk about their lives, and deaths to tour go-ers.

Also on hand, during the pre-tour barbecued, will be members of the BC Ghost Hauntings Research Society who will be on hand to an-swer questions.

Tickets for the event can be purchased through the Yale Histor-ic Site, in Yale at Barry’s Trading Post or in Hope at Canyon Cable.

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The annual Creepy Crawl is taking place Oct. 27 at the Yale Historic Site. The family-fun event includes a tour of the pioneer cemetery.

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First Blood fans flock to Hope to help celebrate 30th anniversary of filmingREMEMBERING RAMBO


Rambo fans arrived in Hope on the weekend to take part in the 30th anniver-sary celebration of the release of the film First Blood.

Filmed in Hope, the movie has become a cult classic and has inspired several se-quels. To mark the anniversary, a walking tour of filming locations, an outdoor view-ing of the film on a 40-foot screen and lots of other Rambo-themed events were held.

Dave Dunham travelled to Hope from Vancouver to take in the festivities. Dressed in the traditional Rambo cos-tume, complete with headband, he calls himself a huge fan.

“I drove all the way out here just for this, I’ve lost sleep because of this event, that’s how excited I am. It’s all I could think about.

The 25-year-old Dunham said he fell in love with the film when he saw it as a youngster.

“It’s an instant classic.”While Dunham made the trip from

Vancouver, the distance pales in compari-son to some other visitors.

Rambo-maniacs have travelled from all over the world to take in the event, includ-ing Japan, England and Austria.

“It was the first action film I ever saw,” explained Martin Krancinger who trav-elled from Austria to attend the weekend event.

He saw the film when he was 12 years old with his father, and has been hooked ever since.

“It’s my second time here,” he said, add-ing he was looking forward to the outdoor screening of the film.

Mark Madryga, a meteorologist on Global TV was also on hand, along with his son.

“The setting here in Hope is the big draw for us. Just the history of this being such a big deal, the whole movie crew and Stal-lone, who was very big at the time having just done several Rockys, descending on Hope and all the footage of Hope in the movie.

“It’s just a neat thing that Hollywood came to town for a few months and shot a huge film,”

Actor Stephen Chang returned to Hope to help with the celebration.

An original member of the First Blood cast – he played the Vietnamese Com-mander – Chang was in Hope last year for the Kawkawa Bridge farewell party.

He said he enjoys meeting with fans and

has always loved the area.He also said stars like Sylvester Stallone

wouldn’t come out to this kind of event because they like their privacy. Chang said you could offer Stallone $10 million and he probably wouldn’t come.

“So they are going to find a poor VC Commander which is myself,” he said with a laugh.

A resident of Vancouver, Chang said he has also brought some Chinese investors with him to investigate business opportu-nities in the area.

“I love Hope, because I had been teach-ing kung fu 35 years ago in Hope. I still have a couple of students here.”

He said he has a very sentimental feeling about the city.

“When I feel desperate, I come to Hope. Why? Because there’s hope,” he joked.

Brian McKinney, one of the organiz-ers of the event said the weekend went like clockwork as 100s of fans took in the sights.

However, the beautiful sunshine was a bit of a downer.

“The true First Blood fans weren’t im-pressed with the weather,” said McKinney. “They like dreary, low clouds and misty depressing weather - the same weather that provided that dark and gloomy set for the movie.”

On Saturday night, when the movie was shown outdoors, an estimated crowd of between 600 to 1,000 watched at least part of the movie.

McKinney called it a night to remember, as audience members shouted out their fa-vourite lines.

On Munday, the action shifted to Hell’s Gate where the annual Pumpkin drop – which was Rambo-themed this year – at-tracted 700 pumpkin tossers, many in cos-tume. Even the Sasquatch came dressed as Rambo.

After the event, an exhausted McKinney said fans were asking if a 35th anniversary was in the works? A question, he said, he’ll answer after he gets some much-needed sleep.

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Rambo fanatic Dave Dunham (above) dressed as his movie idol, Rambo, as part of the 30th anniversary celebration of the film First Blood which was shot in Hope. Hundreds of people came out for the weekend, which included an outdoor showing (below) of the film on a 40-foot screen.

KEVIN MILLS / Black PressVancouver-based actor Stephen Chang (centre) played the Vietnamese Commander in First Blood and was on hand to talk to fans and share stories. Chang has visited Hope on several occasions to help celebrate the film.


Even the Sasquatch came dressed as Rambo to help celebrate the movie.

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Skills training ‘our mission,’ Dix declares

My column on skills training a couple of weeks ago gave short shrift to the NDP position: tax the banks and hand out grants for women’s studies, sociology and other worthless pursuits, while skilled jobs go begging.

That’s a pretty crude caricature, so I sat down with NDP leader Adrian Dix in his legislature of-fice last week to get a better sense of his thinking on the subject.

Dix has been devoting a lot of time lately to skills training, in trades particularly. He meets frequently with business people now, and his recent speeches em-phasize that every one of them

talks about the growing shortage of skilled employees.

Dix credits Premier Christy Clark and jobs minister Pat Bell with making some good moves recently, announcing equipment upgrades for vocational pro-grams around the province. He says it’s because the NDP have been “pounding away at them for eight months” about freezing advanced education spending in their March budget. Dix calls that a crucial mistake and predicts the government will reverse it soon.

“So I think, if we’re going to have a mission for four years as a government, if we’re elected, this is the mission: to start to address the skills shortage,” he told me.

In his speech to the recent mu-nicipal convention, and again at an NDP provincial council meeting, Dix zeroed in on B.C.’s apprenticeship system. Since the

B.C. Liberals took it from trade unions and set up a Crown cor-poration called the Industry Training Authority in 2004, the completion rate for apprentices has fallen to 37 per cent, he said.

Dix assured me he isn’t propos-ing to “blow up” the ITA, or hand control back to unions. They will have “a voice,” along with busi-ness.

Speaking to the NDP executive, Dix referred to Phil Hochstein, president of the non-union In-dependent Contractors and Busi-nesses’ Association, as the symbol of trades training decline. Not surprisingly, Hochstein has a dif-ferent take.

The 37 per cent figure is mis-leading, Hochstein said, because under the ITA there are cur-rently 32,000 apprentices in the system, twice as many as when it was union controlled. Many drop

out in the first year, and Alberta claims a better completion rate because they don’t start count-ing until the second year. And when Dix touts Alberta’s “man-datory” trade system, Hochstein said he means returning to a sys-tem where all work is restricted to journeymen or registered ap-prentices of that trade.

“What it does is impose union jurisdiction on the training sys-tem of the entire construction industry,” Hochstein said. “So multi-skilling, multi-tasking, or-ganizing the work in the most ef-ficient way is blown out of the wa-ter, and it’s stuck in the old craft system of training.”

The marketplace has spoken on that restrictive system, he said, and unionized construction is down to about five per cent of the market, based on payroll.

Hochstein said the NDP talks

a great game about getting more young people into trades. But when unions have the upper hand, they will always favour se-niority. A quota of two appren-tices per journeyman means an-other one can’t be hired.

Dix agreed with me that the public school system has over-emphasized university, to the detriment of not just industrial trades but lab techs, chefs and other skilled workers that are in short supply. As B.C. Federation of Labour president Jim Sinclair recently noted, tradesmen them-selves often don’t encourage their kids, because they’ve been told all their lives that they are “tool monkeys” in a dead-end job.

And would NDP student grants be targeted to need? Dix’s answer was a definite maybe.

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Recalling meat Like a nasty computer virus, the XL Foods meat recall

is casting a wider net and creating more problems as each day dawns.

From the initial recall of beef processed by the Alberta plant between Aug. 24 and Sept. 5, the beef recall has now extended to thousands of stores. Hundreds of products from ground beef to prepared kebabs are on the do-not-eat (or cook-’til-charred) list, even though more than a month has passed since problems were first detected.

As many as 10 E. coli cases in Alberta, Quebec and New-foundland were linked to beef products from the XL Foods plant, where E. coli was initially detected on Sept. 4, and now a B.C. man has been identified as recovering from the illness caused by eating beef processed at XL Foods. This makes the XL Foods beef recall a national issue requiring a thorough investigation if confidence in the Canadian food system is to be restored.

While not deadly as the Walkerton tragedy, in which seven people died from drinking E. coli-contaminated water, many questions remain about who knew what and when — and what was done about it. The laxity of proce-dures at the plant and the length of time it took to identify the meat products affected could have put people’s lives in jeopardy.

Initial stock-taking suggests some rigorous analysis of checks and re-checks of food processing systems at XL Foods is required. Other meat processing plants should be subject to review as well. This isn’t unnecessary red-tape and regulation; rather, it’s important for the industry to be able to guarantee that beef processed at plants is safe to eat.

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK:

Are you planning to attend the Rambo: First Blood 30th

anniversary celebration?

Here’s how you responded: Yes 35% No 65%

laST WEEK WE aSKEd:

Each week I see a Question of the Week in this paper, seek-ing input from readers on top-ics that impact our community.

I think the notion of gather-ing public opinion, feedback, and interest is valuable and I wonder whether or not the an-swers to these polls are statisti-cally relevant.

My curiosity led to further investigation and I found that your website displays the num-ber of responses to each ques-tion.

There I got the answer to my

question regarding statistical relevance, only 35 people re-sponded to last week’s question re: the Rambo 30th Anniver-sary celebrations.

Previous polls yielded simi-lar results.

I imagine that some of the objectives of the Question of the Week are to engage the community, gather opinions, gauge interest, and influence direction.

I think these are meaningful objectives that have the poten-tial to impact our community

in a positive way.What is absent is participa-

tion from the community. The question is why?

Why is the response rate so low and what can be done about it? Without community input, the answers to the Ques-tion of the Week won’t serve to accomplish anything and thus they become irrelevant.

All of this has me consider-ing bigger questions like what will it take to create a tipping point within the community that ignites passion, purpose,

pride and prosperity? and how can we increase optimism and action around the incredible potential that exists here?

This is a puzzle I think many people in this community, in-cluding me, would like to solve. Until we do, it will be exceed-ingly difficult to effect mean-ingful, sustainable change that results in the vibrant future that I and others see as pos-sible. Solutions welcomed.

Michelle Richardson

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Editorial DepartmentTo discuss any news story idea you may have – or any story we have recently pub-lished – please call the editor at 604-869-4992.

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In my letter to the editor that was published in the Sept 19 edition of the Hope Standard regarding the Brigade Days pet show, the following were missed.

Best Dressed Dog and owner – Jessie Henderson and Lily

A big thank-you to Cooper’s Foods for their do-nation of the pop for the event.

Addie MurphyPet show co-ordinator

Last spring when the Conservative government an-nounced changes to a program that allows people to work part-time while they are receiving Employment Insurance (EI), it seemed like an improvement.

Well, as usual the devil is in the details. The changes actu-ally punish low-income Canadians by clawing back 50 per cent of the very first dollar an EI recipient makes.

Until now, an allowable earnings provision let people earn and keep up to 40 per cent of their weekly EI benefit, giving them an incentive to work more. For example, if Kenny Get-tabreak is receiving a $400 weekly EI benefit, he could earn and keep $160.

The Conservatives claim the new Working While on Claim program allows “claimants to keep more of what they earn,” yet they conveniently forget to mention that it eliminated the allowable earnings provision. While Kenny Gettabreak used to be able to keep the full $160 of earnings, now he only gets $80 since 50 per cent of it is clawed-back.

They are forcing people in low-paying jobs or who only work a few hours a week to do with less.

Since Parliament resumed this fall, the Liberal Party has been demanding that Minister Finley reinstate the allowable earning provision. Not only is she unwilling to do so, she is unwilling to even admit that low-income Canadians are be-ing penalized.

Knowing the dogma of this Conservative government, either they believe people working part-time are too lazy to work more, or it is just another hidden measure to force people to move out of our small communities. Either way, it is a punitive new program for low-income Canadians.

Rodger Cuzner, MP

Liberal Critic for Human Resources & Skills Development

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Did you know that 18 million Canadians are a member of at least one of the 9,000 co-opera-tives across this country? In fact, many members themselves might not even realize that they belong to one.

I’m hoping that we can change this during Co-op Week in Can-ada which runs from Oct. 14-20. This year’s celebration is espe-cially significant since 2012 is the International Year of the Co-operative.

The co-operative model has proved highly capable of meeting people’s needs where the private sector does not foresee a high re-turn on equity. As UN Secretary General Ban Ki-Moon has said, “co-operatives are a reminder to the international community that it is possible to pursue both economic viability and social re-sponsibility.”

Last Spring, as the Liberal Par-ty’s new Advocate for Co-ops, I got Parliament to create a special co-operatives committee to study

the sector. We found that co-op-eratives, particularly new ones, have trouble accessing capital to expand and that governments can play an important role in bridging that gap.

A little government funding can leverage big results in the co-op community. In 1986 the federal government provided $10 million to help capitalize the Arc-tic Co-operative Development Fund. Over the past 26 years it has advanced over $500 million in financing to Member Co-ops that built up essential services for northern communities, every-thing from delivering food and fuel to television broadcasting.

I encourage everyone to par-ticipate in this year’s Co-op week by taking a close look at some of the co-operatives that serve their communities and perhaps even joining one.

Honourable Mauril Bélanger, Liberal Advocate for

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Fraser Canyon Hospice Society held their8th annual CAMP SKYLARK on Sept. 14,15,16.

Skylark is a safe, caring weekend camp for children ages 7 to 12 who have experienced the loss of a loved one. Again it was a great success, and a meaningful experience for both

campers and volunteers.Hospice is so grateful for the support of the following organi-zations and individuals; your help makes Skylark possible.

SINCEREST THANKS TO:Vancouver Foundation Children’s Fund (Vanc. Sun)

District of Hope Grant in AidFraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 2690

Hope Community Choir“Sponsor a Child”support from: Beta Sigma Phi Sorority,

Emil Anderson Maintenance Co. Ltd., Park Motel,Rychter Accommodations, Chill-Air Conditioning

and Judy MillerErica Press for pamphlets

BC Govt. Liquor Store (Hope Branch) for teddy bearsEnvision Financial for tote bags for children

Elder Tony Bob and Betty-Ann Bob Brian Minter for “Memory Tree”Kelly Pearce for lantern supplies

Tim Hudie Camp Squeah

Special thank you to the compassionate and marvellousvolunteers; what a fantastic crew !! Heartfelt thank you to

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dinner and celebration is set for Oct. 18 at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall. Presented by the Hope and District Chamber of Commerce, the event cele-brates extraordinary business achievements.

Ten local businesses will be recognized for going above and beyond expectations. The event begins at 6 p.m. with cocktails and networking, followed by a gourmet dinner at 7 p.m.

After the dinner, guests can sit back and enjoy the talents of Adam Fitzpatrick, an Elvis tribute artist that has quickly risen to fame.

Fitzpatrick recently finished in the Top-15 at the legendary Ultimate Elvis competition in Memphis, the King’s hometown.

After his performance, the award winners will be announced. This year’s finalists are:

Established Business of the Year Canyon Cable, Coopers Foods, Envision, Erica

Press, Kim Chi, Hope Brewing, Pharmasave, Rona, Toys Pharmacy.

New Business of the YearGuardian Pharmacy, Jungle Juice, Purple Fern,

Pixel Mountain.

Business LeaderEnvision, Michael Kropp, Glen Ogren.

Professional ServicesDr. Christie, Dr. Eldridge, Envision, Free Rein,

MNP, Dr. Lawson, Mountainside Funeral.

Food ServicesHope Drive In, Joe’s Restaurant & Lounge, Rolly’s

Restaurant.

Accommodation/Tourism Industry Award Christ Church Heritage Site, Destination Hope

& Beyond, Hell’s Gate Airtram, High Hopes Bed & Breakfast, Telte Yet Campsite,

Customer Service Excellence AwardEnvision, Pharmasave, R. L. Swain.

Hope and Area Service AwardHope and Area Transition Society, Hope Moun-

tain Center, Northwest Harvest Church, Tillicum Centre.

Home Based Business AwardGH Contacting, Diana Gilbert (Arbonne), Rog-

ers Upholstery, Willow Tree Spa, Tessa Poole (Ar-bonne), Eva Ford (Pedicure).

Trade Industry AwardDorite Contracting, Glen Traun, R.L. Swain.

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Elvis tribute artist Adam Fitzpatrick will perform during this year’s business awards ceremony.

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FLUSHING OF WATER MAINS

District of Hope325 Wallace Street, PO Box 609

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The Utilities Department will perform its annual program of hydrant maintenance and water main flushing from October 9th through November 16th, 2012.

As a result of this flushing, you may notice changes in water pressure and there may be some discoloration or sediment in the water. This is a temporary condition and is not a health hazard. To avoid inconvenience, check your water before doing laundry. You may wish to keep water in the refrigerator for drinking and cooking.

Any concerns should be directed to Mr. Ian Vaughan, Director of Operations at 604-869-2333.

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Hope Fire Chief said awareness campaign designed to educate the public‘Every home’ needs a fire alarm: DeSorcy

Research reveals a strong link between working smoke alarms and reduced fatali-ties from residential struc-ture fires. A study of almost 50,000 fires in Alberta, Brit-ish Columbia and Ontario from October 2006 to 2011 showed:

• The death rate per 1,000 fires was 74 per cent great-er when a working smoke alarm was not present than when one was present.

• Greater risk of fatality from residential structure

fires for households with at least one young child, older adult, or person with disabil-ity; rental units; and house-holds in low-income areas, rural communities and First Nations reserves.

• Fire damage was reduced by 19 per cent when a work-ing smoke alarm was pres-ent.

Given that these three provinces are home to 62 per cent of all Canadians, it was extrapolated that 69 deaths (a decrease of 32 per cent)

could be prevented each year if all Canadian homes had working smoke alarms.

Smoke alarm legislation varies from province to province. Since mid-2010, the B.C. Fire Code has re-quired all homes, hotel and motel rooms have a working smoke alarm (battery-oper-ated or hard-wired). How-ever, this is not systemati-cally enforced on residential properties.

Smoke alarm function is another challenge. Models

with removable batteries can be easily disabled during cooking, and also require the occupant to be diligent about replacing batteries at regular intervals.

While this problem is ad-dressed by hard-wired and long-life lithium battery models, their seemingly “care-free” status may result in neglected maintenance.

A coordinated, sustained and multi-faceted approach – consisting of education, enforcement and changes

to the environment – is re-quired to ensure every Ca-nadian home has a working smoke alarm.

B.C.’s Office of the Fire Commissioner and the Fire Chiefs’ Association of BC, with assistance from the Sur-rey Fire Service and other champions, are spearhead-ing a local, provincial and national movement in 2012 to achieve this goal.

Research performed by the University of the Fraser Valley, with help from Fra-

ser Valley based fire depart-ments, found that:

• On average, 35 people died in structure fires in B.C. each year between 2006 and 2011.

• Working smoke alarms could reduce annual fire deaths by as much as 32 per cent.

Data from the Office of the Fire Commissioner shows nearly 70 per cent of the fire scenes examined between 2006 and 2011 had no func-tioning smoke alarm.

Fire Prevention Week takes place from Oct. 7 to Oct. 13. The theme for this year is “Have Two Ways Out.”

Fire Prevention Week is recognized every Octo-ber during the full week – Sunday through Saturday – that Oct. 7 falls on.

Despite the fact that fewer fire losses are report-ed in Canada, still, on av-erage, eight Canadians die from fire every week.

Most of these fires are preventable and caused by careless behaviour. That is why it is critical to educate Canadians and incite them to act.

During this week, fire departments across the na-tion will promote public awareness of the dangers of fire and the ways we can

protect ourselves from fire.To this point, Fire Pre-

vention Canada’s newly revamped website contains fire prevention and educa-t iona l m a t e -rial. It is de-signed for the public to con-sult at, w w w .f i p r e -can.ca.

Hope Fire Chief Tom DeSorcy said it is vital for people to check their smoke alarms, not just the battery, but the age.

“If your smoke alarm is 10 years or older, it needs to be replaced,” he said.

DeSorcy said the Fire

Chiefs’ Association of B.C. is mounting a campaign to educate people about the need for up-to-date, work-ing smoke detectors.

In fact, Oct. 12, 2012 is going to be proclaimed Smoke Alarm Awareness Day in B.C.

Other emergency per-sonnel, including police and ambulance services, are being asked, when they attend a call, to check for smoke alarms explained DeSorcy.

“It’s our objective to make sure every home has a working smoke alarm.”

The District of Hope volunteer fire department was created in 1999.

Today there are three fire halls serving the mu-nicipality and surrounding areas.

Smoke alarms reduce fire fatalitiesA motor home caught fire at about 5:15 p.m. om Monday, Oct. 1 at the Hunter Creek rest area. Hope firefighters were on scene quickly to put out the blaze.

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As most Canadians turn back the clocks on November 4, here are some timely smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) safety tips:• When you change your clocks, test your smoke arlam.• You have less than three minutes to escape a fire. So when smoke alarms sound, ev-eryone must know what to do and where to go. Having and practising an escape plan is essential.• Install one smoke alarm on every storey and outside bedrooms. Install inside bedrooms if you sleep with doors closed. • Ensure all smoke alarms are fully powered. Never take out batteries or remove an alarm from ceiling due to a false alarm.• If your home has any fuel-burning devices such as a gas furnace, gas water heater, gas appliances, or an attached garage or carport, install at least one CSA-approved carbon monoxide outside all sleeping areas. One per storey is recom-mended.

• Replace smoke alarms ev-ery 10 years, and CO alarms every 7-10 years (depending on manufacturer) whether

battery operated or hardwired into your

home’s electrical system.Carbon monox-ide is colour-less, odourless and tasteless. So without a CO

alarm, humans cannot detect its

presence. Despite the average home hav-

ing several potential sources of the deadly gas, studies show that nearly 60 per cent of Canadians have not installed a CO alarm. In ad-dition to being impossible to detect, CO also has another nefarious trait. Symptoms of carbon monoxide exposure mimic the flu, without the fever. It is routinely respon-sible for thousands of clinic and hospital visits each year, and is commonly misdiag-nosed. Prolonged or extreme exposure causes nausea, diz-ziness, confusion, the loss of physical mobility, brain dam-age and ultimately, death. More home safety resources can be found on the www.safeathome.ca web site.

Investigations into home fire deaths very often find that a smoke alarm did not sound. It may have been discon-nected or not in working order. The batteries may have been dead, or some-one may have taken them out. Smoke alone won’t necessar-ily wake you up. In fact, the fumes could put you into an even deeper sleep. Often, victims never wake up. Se-

niors will often need assistance from fam-ily members to put safety measures into place. As well, family mem-bers are in the best position to reinforce the precautions necessary to help their loved ones prevent or respond to a fire. Focus on

these six priorities to help aging family members pro-tect themselves against fire in the home.

■ INSTALL smoke alarms inside every bedroom, outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home, including the basement.■ Larger homes may need ADDITIONAL smoke alarms to provide enough protection.■ For the best protection, INTERCONNECT all smoke alarms so when one sounds they all sound.■ An IONIZATION smoke alarm is generally more responsive to flaming fires and a PHOTOELECTRIC smoke alarm is generally more responsive to smoldering fires. For the best protection, both types of alarms or combination ionization and photoelectric alarms (also known as dual sensor alarms) are recommended.■ Smoke alarms should be INSTALLED away from the kitchen to prevent false alarms. Generally, they should be at least 10 feet (3 meters) from a cooking appliance.■ REPLACE all smoke alarms when they are 10 years old.

Only a working smoke alarm can save your life!Fire Prevention Week oct. 7-14

“Fall back” to smart home safety

Analysis was undertaken on almost 50,000 fires that occurred in Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario over a 5-year period involving 663 fatalities. The findings demonstrated that the death rate per 1,000 fires in the absence of a present, functioning smoke alarm was 74% greater than when a functioning smoke alarm was present.

In case of fire - GET OUT AND STAY OUT – never go back into a burning building• Crawl low near the floor to the nearest exit maintaining contact with the wall.• Test the door by feeling it with the back of your hand. If it is hot, do not open. Use analternative route.• If the door and knob are cool, stay low with your shoulder against the door while opening slowly. Be ready to close the door if smoke and heat rush in.• If trapped, put as many

closed doors as possible between you and the fire, and seal all cracks in doors and windows with towels or bedding.• If your clothing catches fire, stop where you are, drop gently to the ground and cover your face with your hands while rolling back-and-forth to put out the flames.• Cool minor burns with cold water.

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Down2. Doing things that keep a fire from happening in the future is called fire _________.3. A person who fights fires5. An emergency exit7. What you feel when you get too close to a fire8. Protection from harm9. Leave a building11. The way Santa comes into the house and where smoke goes out from the fireplace.

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Community

Historyin Hope

Taken from the files of The Hope Standard

OCTOBER 1952• Fisheries Inspector

K.C. Messer had a close call when several rifle shots whistled past his

head during a routine inspection for illegal salmon fishing. The shooter claimed he was trying to scare off what he thought was a thief. He was fined $100.

• A two-car head

on collision on Trans-Canada Highway sent seven people to the hospital. All were expected to survive their injuries.

• The Hope and District Board of Trade

was looking into new industries for the area. Considering the area, a pulp and paper mill were at the top of the list for discussion.

• Yale MLA Irvine Corbett said paving of

the Princeton-Merritt road is a needed project.

OCTOBER 1962• Most Hope stores

have decided to close on Monday for the Thanksgiving holiday. However, some confectionery stores will remain open.

• More than 1,300 members of the Sons of Freedom Doukhobor sect have camped out at Coquihalla Park. More are expected to arrive as the week goes on.

• The Village Council has appointed its first recreation commission headed by Rex McConnell.

• The 41 members of the Village Arts and Crafts Club held its first arts and crafts showing at the Legion Hall. More than 150 people attended the event.

• The remainder of the old CNR bunkhouse was burned down in Boston Bar to make way for the construction of a new one.

OCTOBER 1972• Two people

were killed and eight others were injured during three separate automobile accident during the Thanksgiving weekend. The deaths were the 16th auto fatalities of the year in Hope.

• Members of the Hope Town Council are debating the need for a new water source for the area. Currently, two wells supply Hope residents with all its water needs. A report has given council members three possible new sources to investigate.

OCTOBER 1982• The Chinese Magic

Circus arrived in Hope for a rare performance. The show featured dance, acrobats, comedy, balancing, kung fu and other skillful acts.

• The Hope Teacher’s Association has asked the local school board to take a stand against Bill 89. The bill has been called an “anti-teacher law” that breaks teacher’s contracts.


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hope united church

590 Third Ave.

Sunday Service: 10am

604-869-9381

Mt. Hope SeventH-DayaDventiSt CHurCH

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Worship Hour 11:00amPrayer Meeting - Tuesday, 7pm

1300 Ryder St.

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Step back in time at villageKevin MillsBlack Press

Ever wondered what life was like in the Fraser Canyon 200 year ago?

If you want to experience it, you should plan to visit the Tuckkwiowhum Heritage Interpretive Village in Boston Bar.

“Tuckkwiowhum means good berry picking place in the Nlaka’pamux language,” explained Crystal Kimber, administrative assistant with Boston Bar First Nation.

The village is built on the original site of an Aboriginal settlement that has been there for thousands of years.

“As far as history goes, the white man only really showed up here 200 years ago. So who knows how long people have

been living there, but we have archeological evidence that there has been habitation there for at least 5,000 years,” said Kimber.

And stories go back even farther than that.

What organizers have done

is recreate a small version of what a village would have looked like about 200 years ago, just prior to contact with white settlers.

Officially opened three years ago, the village has tak-en time to establish itself and

determine what the target au-dience would be. School trips have proven popular, as have visits from local dignitar-ies and residents. Now that the word has spread, visitors from overseas are coming to the site.

“It seems that Europeans are extremely interested in having an authentic adven-ture. They don’t want it pack-aged in this shiny package. They want something where they can get their hands dirty, they want to see the actual sights and the actual ruins,” said Kimber.

Guided tours are provided on the site, or people can choose to walk on their on.

For more information call 604867-8844 or visit www.tuckkwiowhum.com.


Halloween and magic go hand in hand and on Oct. 25, Hope residents should be prepared to be amazed as magician John Kaplan presents

his Stage Fright show-case.

The fundraising event is being put on by the Hope Mountain Black Bear Committee and proceeds go to support the volunteer work the organization performs.

Lydia Koot, chair of the organization has worked with Kaplan before and realized it would be a great way to entertain people while still raising money for a good cause.

“It’s a Halloween fam-

ily magic show,” she said. “I’ve seen his other shows so I’m very curi-ous to see his Halloween show.”

According to Koot, as part of the production, Kaplan often takes kids and adults from the au-

dience to come on stage and assist in the illu-sions.

The show takes place Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. in the Hope Secondary School gymnasium. Tickets, purchased before Oct. 11 are $10 for adults, $8 for students or $30 for a family of four. Af-ter Oct. 11 the price is $12 for adults and $10 for students. Tickets are available at the Hope Vet Clinic, the Blue Moose, Pharmasave, Hub International or by calling 604-869-4558.

Along with the show, a raffle will take place for some great prizes. Tickets will be sold at the show with 12 win-ners selected. Each win-ner will receive a key. One of the keys will open a “spooky coffin” filled with prizes.

“It’s just another fun way to raise funds,” said Koot.

There is also a guil-lotine trick as part of the show. People from the community (teach-ers, business people and even municipal politi-cians) are being chal-lenged to collect pledges ahead of time. Whoever gets the most money in pledges, will take part in the “head remov-ing” illusion. Also, don’t forget to check out the coloring contest inside today’s edition of the Hope Standard.

All proceeds go to-wards the black bear committee which was started last year. Koot started the program af-ter a huge “increase of bear calls” coming into the conservation office.

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The Tuckkwiowhum Heritage Interpretive Village in Boston Bar shows what life was like more than 200 years ago.

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Take a virtual hike, all the way to Mexico

Linda McMullan is going to be walking virtually to the southern end of Mexico — and she’s hoping for a few amigos to join her as she sets out on the virtual walk, one of three virtual challenges currently underway at the Hope and District Recreation Centre.

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In this age of digital gaming, people have gotten used to the idea that “vir-tual” means that something is quite removed from reality.

Gamers can rob a bank, steal a car and blow up the police station — then turn off the game console and have no fear of getting arrested.

Meanwhile, the Hope and District Recreation Centre has three virtual challenges that each have a good dose of reality.

You may not truly be walking to Mexico, swimming to Honolulu or cycling across Canada, but the work really has to be done. The participants have to put in the effort — as if they actually were heading to those distant locations.

The good news: as people scramble across the border into Tijuana, there is no fear of getting shot at or arrested!

More good news: the challenges are low cost or free.

“After our very successful walk to Point Hope Alaska, which had 30-plus involved, we’re now heading for Tapachula, Mexico,” said program director Kim Richardson on Friday.

“It’s the furthest southern place in Mexico, near the Guatemalan border.”

According to a quick calculation on the Mapmyrun.com site, it’s a 5,700 km journey, one way.

“We have about five signed up so far — but I expect a lift after this story comes out,” added Richardson.

“I’ve got 50 free pedometers that will be handed out on a first-come, first-served basis.”

Richardson said the challenge is de-pendent on sufficient participants to get the kilometres rolling but she fig-ured the team could be in Tapachula by mid-winter.

“And we have to come back, though some will want to stay,” she added, grinning.

One participant who has already racked up 44,550 steps as of Monday is School District #78 trustee, Linda McMullan.

In fact, she figured she may have lost a few thousand steps before she got her pedometer clipped in the prime

location: on the front belt line, right over the hip joint. Now her counter is clicking accurately with each step.

McMullan said, “Part of my reason for signing up to walk to Mexico is to leave behind at least 10 pounds, in order to make upcoming foot surgery easier to bear.

“I occasionally go walking with a friend but mostly it’s just running around doing my usual things. Some days are busier than others, 7660 was my highest step count, which was on last Thursday — a crazy-busy day.”

McMullan also is a regular at the pool’s aquafit classes — but sadly, the pedometer is not waterproof.

People can take part in the chal-lenge with a friend or family member, or do it totally on their own. Though

you are part of a vir-tual team, you could conceivably do your part in the cumula-tive walk and never even meet your team members.

Part of the fun, though, is checking the weekly totals that are tracked by Richardson. Prog-ress is charted on a map and weekly in-puts by team mem-

bers are recorded.“We’re also swimming to Hono-

lulu,” added Richardson. “It’s 4,357 kilometres, one way. That’s 174,280 lengths of the pool.

“As of week three, we’ve done 3,949 lengths, or 296 kilometres, with 22 people involved. Forty lengths equal one kilometre and a lot of people do more in one session.”

The third challenge is the cross-country cycling tour. Retired teacher Truls Asdal completed his actual Can-ada-wide ride this summer — but the virtual ride has its roots in the rec cen-tre’s spin cycle classes. You can rack up your miles there, or do it on the streets and trails of Hope — especially while the great fall weather continues.

“We’re heading to Hopedale, New-foundland,” said Richardson. “And we’re coming back. We’re calculating it as 20 kilometres per person per spin session and so far, we’ve made it as far as Moose Jaw.”

To join any or all of the above chal-lenges, speak with a staff member at the rec centre’s reception desk, or phone 604-869-2304.

Hope Recreation Centre offering three different travel challenges

“We’re also swimming to Honolulu. It’s 4,357 kilometres, one way.

That’s 174,280 lengths of the pool.”

Kim Richardson

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ZALE KEENAN ROCKEL

August 20, 1968 – October 1, 2012

We the families of Zale Rockel ( Beans, Unca, Big Guy) are deeply saddened to announce his sudden unexpected death due to heart complications on October 1st, 2012 in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Words cannot express all that Zale meant to so many and the void that remains with his passing, but none greater than that to his two shining stars, his daughter Brianna ( Tiffany) and son Cody. Zale also leaves to mourn his Mom ( Grandma) and Dad ( Steamer). Zale is survived by his sisters Lorelie (Dave); Kelly (Ross); Ronalda (Wayne) and numerous nieces and nephews. Also left to miss his exuberance and laughter are his very special Auntie Lee and Uncle Bob along with Uncle Keith and Aunt Evelyn. Although Zale leaves us, his family and friends, saddened and longing for his company, our hearts are lifted knowing he joins his brothers, Keith and Ray and his beloved Bebo along with his grandparents, aunts and uncles and buddies who left before him. Special mention goes out to Zale’s extended Chilliwack family and especially to Clayton Eheler, Zale’s buddy and soul brother. Your ongoing loyalty and friendship to Zale and kindness and concern for family will not be forgotten. Those whose life Zale touched will remember and reflect upon his larger than life personality, his generosity and kindness and never ending sense of humour. Anyone fortunate enough to have received a hug from Zale know that his hugs, embody the phrase “bear hug”. Zale took great pride in being his own person and living life, his own way; Get R done! To say that Zale will be missed is an understatement; our lives without him will never be the same. A Celebration of Life for Zale will be held Saturday, October 13th at the Yale First Nations Band office at 1 pm. Luncheon to follow at the Yale Community Centre ( old Yale School). Zale was a casual laid back guy who appreciated a great saying on a tee shirt and enjoyed being comfortable; please feel free to dress casual. As the moon lingers a moment over the bitterroots, before it’s descent into the invisible,my mind is filled with song. I find I am humming softly; not to the music, but something else; some place else; a place remembered; a field of grass where no one seemed to have been; except a deer; and the memory is strengthened by the feeling of you. ( A River Runs Through It)

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5 IN MEMORIAM

In Memory of

Gary Goodman1941 - 1987

Those whom we love go out of sight,

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in the heartsOf those they leave behind.

Loving and kind in all his ways,

Upright and just in all his days;

Sincere and true in heart and mind,beautiful memories

he left behind.

25 years ago you left us.Love the

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160 TRADES, TECHNICAL

Civil EngineeringTechnologist II

District of Kitimat, full time permanent - wage range $36.11 - $43.69, over 2 years. Civil Technologist diploma re-quired. Reporting to the Tech-nical Services Manager, duties include a variety of infrastruc-ture investigations, surveying, design, contract preparation, inspection and material testing on projects related to the mu-nicipality’s water, sewer, drain-age and transportation sys-tems. Candidates should be profi cient in using electronic survey equipment, computer assisted design using Auto-Cad 3D, and MS Offi ce. Valid BC driver’s licence required. Submit resumes by October 23, 4:30 pm, to Personnel, District of Kitimat, 270 City Centre, Kitimat, BC, V8C 2H7, Fax (250) 632-4995, or email [email protected]

EXCAVATOR / BACKHOE OPERATOR

Strohmaier’s Excavating Ltd. has an immediate opening for a qualifi ed excavator / backhoe operator. We offer extended benefi ts & competi-tive wages for the right applicant. Please fax your resume to 604-792-9513 or e-mail offi [email protected]. You may also drop your resume off at our offi ce located at 8055 Aitken Road, Chilliwack, BC.

115 EDUCATION

Re “CYCLE” your unwanted items in

bcclassified.com 604-869-2421

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7 OBITUARIES 7 OBITUARIES

A18 Hope Standard, Wednesday, October 10, 2012

The District of Hope is currently seeking a dynamic individual to fill the permanent, full-time position of Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic in the Public Works Department.Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, the Mechanic will be responsible for the service, repair and maintenance of a wide variety of construction and maintenance equipment, vehicles and tools.The Mechanic will be a highly motivated, energetic team player who must use considerable independent judgement in operational decisions.The Mechanic will have a minimum of five years experience servicing, repairing and maintaining a wide variety of construction and maintenance equipment, tools, automotive vehicles and heavy equipment and must be a Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic with a minimum of five years experience in the trade; must be in possession of a valid Class 5 B.C. driver’s license with air endorsement but be able to obtain a Class 3 driver’s license.A copy of the complete job description is available for viewing on the District’s website.This is a Union position (CUPE Local 458) with a wage rate of $32.97/hr. plus a tool allowance of $0.40/hr. and includes a competitive benefit package. Please forward your resume, in confidence no later than 4:00 p.m.Wednesday October 17, 2012 to the attention of:

Donna Bellingham, Director of Corporate Services(Email: [email protected])

325 Wallace Street, P.O. Box 609 Hope, B.C. V0X IL0Phone: 604-869-5671 Facsimile: 604-869-2275

Website: www.hope.ca

The District of Hope wishes to thank all applicants for their interestand advises that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

DISTRICT of HOPEEmployment Opportunity

JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC

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Chawathil First NationJob Opportunity

Lalems ye MameleChawathil First Nation requires Early Childhood/Infant Toddler Educators that will develop program planning and participate in the activities of the daycare center. The ECE/ITE has knowledge and implements strategies outlined in theLalems ye Mamele staffing and operational procedures manual. This person will also be responsible for staff supervision and administrative duties- finance with claims and reconciliation.QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

or Special Needs will be given priority (In accordance with the Community Care Facility Act)

mentally capable of working with young children

years

share in and participate in First Nation culture & language.

ability of decision making, problem solving, conflict resolution and crisis intervention

temperament

tasks would be required.

with CFN Lalems ye MameleSuccessful candidates will be required to provide the following if screened in for an interview:

supervisors

CheckInterested candidates are required to submit a resume and covering letter with three letters of work related reference to:

Deadline: Friday 4:30 pm October 25, 2012.Until position filled

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09/12H_SB27

Seabird Island BandEmployment Opportunity

Position Title: Speech and Language Assistant (part time and

fulltime openings)

Department: Ey Qwal Program (Health Department)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The function of the Speech and Language Assistant (SLA) is to provide support to children with speech and language delays or difficulties. The SLA works as a team member with child care set-ting staff to ensure effective inclusion of the children in their child care center.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

-

-

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, cover-ing letter & three references to:

Human Resources - Seabird Island BandP.O. Box 650 Agassiz, B.C. V0M 1A0

Phone 604-796-6814 Fax [email protected]

Accepting applications until a suitable candidate is foundWe regret that we will only respond to those applicants chosen for an interview.

We thank all applicants for their interest.

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130 HELP WANTED


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MAINTENANCE SUPERVISORNorth Vanc. Oversee 20 tradespeo-ple. Approval of work requests,work order planning, scheduling. Provide training for other team members & lead safety initiatives.REQUIREMENTS:Journeyman Millwright/Electrician (prefer dual/ multiple tickets). 5 Yrs supervisory background; ideally in a union environment.Solid knowledge of CMMS Experience in bulk handling is a defi nite asset. Strong communication and leadership abilities are a must! This long term, stable opportunity offers a salary of $80K-$100K + bonus, full benefi ts & pension plan.

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SERVICE ADVISOR - Kamloops Honda, has a career opportunity for an experienced Service Advisor. The successful candidate must be a dynamic, motivated team player with excellent communication & or-ganizational skills dedicated to pro-viding outstanding customer ser-vice. If you’re interested in escaping the rain, the Kamloops area pro-vides the opportunity to live and work in a vibrant community within easy reach of ski resorts, cham-pionship golf courses and world class fi shing and recreational lakes.Apply in strict confi dence to:Jim Oakley - General ManagerEmail: [email protected]: (250) 374-3656While we thank everyone for their interest, only those candidates selected for an interview will becontacted.

PERSONAL SERVICES

171 ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

PURE CHI. Relaxing Chinese Full Body MASSAGE ~ 604-702-96869am-11:30pm 9263 Young Rd Chwk

173E HEALTH PRODUCTS

GET 50% OFF - Join Herbal Magic this week and get 50% Off. Lose weight quickly, safely and keep it off, proven results! Call Herbal Magic today! 1-800-854-5176.

182 FINANCIAL SERVICES

DROWNING IN DEBTS? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower pay-ments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. AVOID BANK-RUPTCY! Free consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1 877-556-3500

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www.pioneerwest.com

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

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PERSONAL SERVICES

182 FINANCIAL SERVICES

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188 LEGAL SERVICES

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, educa-tion, professional, certifi cation, adoption property rental opportu-nities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

DENIED CANADA PENSION plan disability benefi ts? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-793-3222. www.dcac.ca

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

239 COMPUTER SERVICES

ALLSYS IT, new computer sales & service. 604-869-3456 or [email protected]

257 DRYWALL

ABS DRYWALL, res. & comm. Quailty workman ship. Boarding, taping, fi nishing, textured ceiling, renos. Free est. 604-376-1927

260 ELECTRICAL

KENLIN ELECTRIC, residential, ru-ral, commercial, new construction, reno’s. Call (604)860-8605

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

275 FLOOR REFINISHING/INSTALLATIONS

CANYON CARPETS, 549 Wallace St., Hope. For all your fl oor cover-ing needs! Call 604-869-2727

281 GARDENING

FRANK’S LAWN SERVICE, lawn care, hedge trimming, gutters, rub-bish removal. Call (604)869-1040

130 HELP WANTED


287 HOME IMPROVEMENTS

WOODCREW FINISHING ETC. Phone 604-835-1320 FOR ALL YOUR RESIDENTIAL AND COM-MERCIAL NEEDS. New construc-tion * Renovations. One Call Does it All. Addition-Renovation-Finishing Decks, Stairs, Siding, Kitchen, Bath, Basement. Install Doors, Win-dows, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Dry-wall & Painting. Have all WCB and full liability INSURANCE. Call Dean 604-835-1320

300 LANDSCAPING

GLEN TRAUN LANDSCAPING, Commercial & Residential yard maintenance. Call 604-869-2767

320 MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555.

GET the best for your moving 24/7 From $40/hr Licensed & Insured Senior Discount 778-773-3737

130 HELP WANTED


320 MOVING & STORAGE

GET the best for your moving 24/7 From $40/hr. Licensed & Insured.Seniors Discount. 778-773-3737

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

“ ABOVE THE REST “Interior & Exterior Unbeatable

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

• No Hassle • Quick Work • Insured • WCB

778-997-9582

A-TECH Services 604-230-3539Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL3 rooms for $299,

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

Cloverdale Premium quality paint.NO PAYMENT until Job is

completed. Ask us about ourLaminate Flooring &

Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, As-phalt shingles, fl at rfs. Cln Gutters $80. Liability Insur. 1-855-240-5362

Mainland Roofi ng Ltd.25 yrs in roofi ng industry

Family owned & operated. Fully insured. We do

Cedar Shakes, conversions,concrete tiles, torchon, fi bre-glass shingles, restoration

& repairs. 20 yr labour warranty. 604-723-2626

www.mainlandroof.com

626 HOUSES FOR SALE


356 RUBBISH REMOVAL

DISPOSAL BINSResidential & Commercial

Services

• Portable Toilets• Fencing • Containers• Waste Management

• StorageWe Recycle!GO GREEN!

www.EconPro.com604-882-2733

374 TREE SERVICES

CHEAM TREE SERVICES, falling, topping, etc. We’ll beat all competi-tor’s quotes. Call (604)860-4606

PHILLIPS TREE SERVICES, Re-movals, Toppings. Free estimates & Fully Insured. Call 604-869-9990

Tree removal done RIGHT!• Tree & Stump Removal

• Certifi ed Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck

• Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging

~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~

604-787-5915, 604-291-7778 www.treeworksonline.ca

[email protected]% OFF with this AD

387 WINDOWS

FRASER CANYON GLASS, for all your glass repairs, windshields do-mestic & imports. (604)869-9514

PETS

477 PETS

Airedale pups. P/b, CKC reg., mi-crochipped, health guar, 1(604)819-2115. email: [email protected]

BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOGpuppies ~ vet checked, 1st shots, parents on site. $1000. Jen 604-807-3853 or [email protected]

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

626 HOUSES FOR SALE

Wednesday, October 10, 2012, Hope Standard A19

DISTRICT OF HOPE

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Th e District of HopeREQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP # PW-2012-07)

USED EXCAVATORTh e District of Hope is requesting proposals for their purchase of a used Excavator for the Public Works Department.Responses and queries are to be submitted in writing on or before 4:00 P.M. October 23, 2012, to the attention of:

Ian Vaughan, Director of OperationsDistrict of Hope, 325 Wallace Street, PO Box 609, Hope, BC, V0X 1L0

1. Submission Details a. Two (2) copies of the responses are to be in sealed envelopes or packages marked

with the Respondent’s Name, Title and marked “Used Excavator RFP #PW-2012-07”.

b. Th e District reserves the right to cancel this Request for Proposal for any reason without any liability to any proponent or to waive irregularities at their own discretion.

c. Th e District reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and to accept the proposal deemed most favourable to the interests of the District.

d. Th e District will not entertain any claims for costs related to the preparation and/or presentation of the proposals.

e. Th e District is NOT contractually bound to any matters until such time as the District has negotiated a separate contract that is totally independent of the RFP process.

f. Th e proposal must meet the requirements as stated in Item 2 in the complete RFP document.

Th e complete RFP document is located on the District of Hope webpage at www.hope.ca under the Governance Tab; scroll down to the left side of the screen and click on “Documents”. Also copies are available for pick up at the District Hall offi ce located at 325 Wallace Street, Hope, BC, V0X 1L0, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.

Forest Stewardship Plan – Chilliwack Forest District

The BC Timber Sales Forest Stewardship Plan (FSP) is to be amended to include the additional agreement holder: Cascades Lower Canyon Community Forest General Partnership Corp. (CLCCF). The Community Forest Agreement K3J, held by the CLCCF will adhere to the prescribed requirements and the applicable results or strategies outlined in the BCTS Chinook Business Area’s Forest Stewardship Plan within the Chilliwack Forest District. No amendments have been made that materially change the content or intent of the approved FSP.In accordance with the Forest and Range Practices Act, the FSP amendment is available for public review and comment from October 12, 2012 to December 12, 2012 (60 days). The document can be viewed at the following website: http://www.for.gov.bc.ca/bcts/areas/TCH/FSP_CHI.htm or during regular working hours (8:30 am to 4:30 pm weekdays) at: British Columbia Timber Sales, Chinook Business Area46360 Airport RoadChilliwack, BC V2P 1A5Phone: (604) 702-5748To ensure that a representative is available to discuss the FSP amendment, any interested parties should contact Enrique Sanchez to arrange a viewing time. Please address any comments or inquiries in writing to Enrique Sanchez at the address noted above or by email to [email protected].

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PETS

477 PETS

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

CHIHUAHUA puppies, tiny tea-cups, ready to go now, $700. 604-794-7347, cell 604-795-0606

DALMATIANS, 2M, born july 9, ckc reg., shots, dewormed, $1000-$1500 obo. (604)793-5130, (604)723-2232

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

SHELTIES SABLE COLOUR full white collars, born June 22, taken out on leash, 1M 1F (604)826-6311

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

512 BICYCLES

KONA TANUKI Deluxe Mountain Bike for Sale. Retail: $2,000.00. Asking $1,400.00. Nearly new. Contact Ed at 604-795-5208 or [email protected]

524 UNDER $200

KING SIZE BED, with bedding, $200. Call (604)869-9455

545 FUEL

1YR Seasoned Alder Birch MapleClean, Split, DRY & Delivered.

Family Operated for 20 yrs. (604)726-3024

548 FURNITURE

A New Pillowtop Mattress SetStill in Packaging! Can Deliver!

$100 - Call: 604-484-0379

MATTRESSES starting at $99• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings

100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

560 MISC. FOR SALE

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

REAL ESTATE

627 HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES!Older House • Damaged House

Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments

Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms! CALL US FIRST! 604-626-9647

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

HOPE, FOR SALE:1 manufactured home 14 ft. wide w/2 bdrms. Brand New. In the Lismore community, a seniors community “Where the Good People live”.Call Gordon for details & for an appointment

to view @ (604) 240-3464

REAL ESTATE

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

New SRI *1152 sq/ft Double wide $77,900. *14x70 Full gyproc single wide - loaded $66,900.

Repossessed mobile, manufactured & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

Glenbrookhomes.net

636 MORTGAGES

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

RIVERFRONT RESORT, Southern BC. Lots available as low as $61,900. Year round park, indoor pool & spa. Low maintenance fees. Inquiries: Jan 250-499-7887; Caro-line 250-499-4233; www.riversi-dervparkresort.com.

696 OTHER AREAS

BUY LAND IN BELIZE - English Commonwealth country in Central America. Caribbean Jungle lots - 3 miles from sea - Starting at $11,000. All types available. For in-formation call Patrick Snyder (778-403-1365.)

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDO

HOPE, 1 bdrm apt., newer, $600/ mon., includes hot water, N/S. Avail Oct 1. Call 1 (604)794-7132 or 604-819-6122

HOPE, 2 bdrm apt in newer building in downtown. W/D, A/C, secure, priv. balcony, covered parking, N/S, no party, suit. for mature or seniors. Call 604-855-9940

HOPE 3 bedroom townhouse, 5 appl., soundproof, radi-ant heat, blinds, fenced yard, patio, 658 Coqui-halla St., sunny side of town, N/S, no dogs, D/D Ref’s req. Avail now.

Call (604)860-5009 or (604)869-6599 or

(604)796-0069

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDO

HOPEBetter than an apartment, no noisy neighbours on other side of the wall. A 2 bedroom Mobile home in a Seniors Community in Hope. References. One pet under 20lbs. allowed. Call for an appointment to view,

Gordon 604-869-7641

HOPE,

Large 2 bdrm apt., oak kitchen, gas fi re-place, adult oriented, n/p, resident caretak-er. $795/mo. Avail. Nov 1. 604-860-4559

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

HOPE, Newly reno’d commercial storefront in centre of town for rent or lease, 1200 sq ft, avail immed. Further reno’s to suite negotiable. Call 1-604-505-1077 or 1-604-267-7473

715 DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

HOPE, clean upper unit 3 bdrm, 2 bath, N/S, no cats, $850/mo + utilities. Call (604)206-0192

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS

HOPEIn a Seniors community in Hope. Mobile homes for sale from $17,000 to a brand new one for $74,000. 2- Vacant pads for rents.

Call Gordon 604-240-3464

HOPE, Silver Hope Mobile Park. Cabin, Mobile homes, and R/V pads for monthly rentals, cable in-cluded. Call (604)869-1203

736 HOMES FOR RENT

HOPE, 21241 Kettle Valley Rd 4 BDRM 3 bath newer home, good cond., 2 car garage, 5 appl., fenced yard, hardwood fl oors, avail now. pet neg. $1100/m. Call Ross Full-brook, Royal LePage, (604)792-0077

HOPE, 3bdrm home with view for rent, avail Oct 31, all appliances, large fenced yard, $950/mo + utilities, N/S. Call 778-991-3577

HOPE, 3 bdrm house with unfi n-ished bsmt in Silver Creek, incl. 4 appl., N/S, completely reno’d. Ten-ant must be tidy with good ref. $1100+util. 604-302-5100

HOPE - 5 bdrm, 2 1/2 baths, large rec. room, big lot, 5 appl., close to schools, N/S, pets neg. $1250/mon. Avail. Nov. 1. Call 1-604-845-5572

KAWKAWA LAKE, 3 bdrm home, stunning views of lake, fl oor to ceil-ing reno’s just completed, water ac-cess 100 yds away, W/D, $1290/mo. Avail immed. Call 1-604-505-1077 or 1-604-267-7473

TRANSPORTATION

810 AUTO FINANCING

BUY A CAR with Bad Credit! $0 Down, 24 Hour Approvals, Low Payments, No Credit OK. Approval Hotline Call 1-888-222-0663 or Ap-ply Online at www.CanadaDrives.ca

DreamCatcher Auto Loans“0” Down, Bankruptcy OK -

Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals1-800-910-6402

www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557

FIRST TIME AUTO BUYERS WANTED. Friendly staff will guide you through the process. www.cre-ditdrivers.ca 1-888-593-6095.GUARANTEED Auto Loans 1-888-229-0744 or apply at: www. greatcanadianautocredit.com

812 AUTO SERVICES

HOPE AUTO BODY, complete colli-sion repair & restoration. www.ho-peautobody.ca Call (604)869-5244

818 CARS - DOMESTIC

1928/29 Model A plow. Selling for $1500. No papers. Great Restora-tion Project. 604-860-2150

2004 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE SLE Sports Sedan, 3800 V-6, loaded, leather. Air C.$3850 (604)556-4242

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TRANSPORTATION

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

1996 VW JETTA, 4 door, p/b, p/w, sunroof, a/c, cruise, heated seats, etc. Mech. good, clean inside. Must be seen. $5,499. 604-746-7559

2008 HONDA Accord EX only 27,000km. Like new. V6 auto. Sunroof. $19,500 (604) 835-0610

838 RECREATIONAL/SALE

1996 22’ SLUMBER QUEEN 5thwheel. Interior like new, has to be seen to appreciate. New stereo, back up camera, fl at screen TV, new HD antenna, m/w, a/c. Incl. hitch. $7,000. 604-625-7761 Aldergrove

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

Metal Recycling Ltd.We Pay CA$H For •Auto •Scrap

Metals •Batteries •Machinery •Lead

Scotty 604-313-1887

Autos • Trucks• Equipment Removal

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.We pay Up To $500 CA$H

Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

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

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVALMinimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

TRANSPORTATION

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVALThe Scrapper

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

851 TRUCKS & VANS

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES

CARS & VANS:1995 MAZDA 626 4 dr auto sdn runs good st#287 $14951995 FORD EXPLORER 2dr 4X4 5spd 5 pass Aircared ST#299 $14952002 KIA RIO RX-V 4dr au-to, hatch back st#245 $24001999 HONDA CIVIC 4dr auto sedan runs good st#285 $24001998 HONDA ACCORD 4dr sdn 5 speed runs good ST#289 $24952000 DODGE NEON 4DR auto sunroof, runs good ST#147 $29952002 PONTIAC SUNFIRE 4dr auto st#195 $29952002 CHEV CAVALIER 4dr auto sdn st#208 $39951994 CHEV CAMARO black, auto T-Top low kms 178K ST#279 $4,8002005 PONTIAC GRAND AM 4dr auto AirCrae ST#276 $4900 1997 NISSAN PATHFIND-ER 4dr auto 4X4 runs good ST#221 $49002002 BUICK GRANDVIEW 7 pass auto ST#214 $59002006 DODGE MAGNUM 4dr wagon auto fully loaded ST#106 $69002007 DODGE CARAVAN 7 pass low km, fully loaded ST#268 $8,9002011 HONDA CIVIC 4dr 5 speed full load low Km ST#207 $13,900

TRUCKS THIS WEEK:

1997 CHEV P/U EXT CAB 3 door auto fully loaded ST#256 $3,9952005 FORD F250 XLT quad cab. Power stork diesel 4X4, auto, long box. ST#125$6900

2006 GMC SLE crew cab 4X4 auto loaded, long box this week only $9,900st1982007 FORD F150 reg cabV6 auto long box ST#205$10,9002005 GMC SLE CREW cab 4X4 auto diesel long box, loaded ST#218 $11,9002001 FORD F350 Dually 4X4 crew cab XLT 7.3L pwrstrk diesel ST#130$11,9002008 FORD F150 REG CAB 4x4 auto long box ST#207 $11,9002007 FORD RANGER 4X4 auto super cab st#193$12,9002005 FORD F250 CREW cab Lariat leather diesel 4X4 auto ST#246 $13,9002008 GMC 2500 HD Quad cab 4X4 auto long box ST#267 $15,9002007 CHEV 2500 HD quad cab 4X4 auto gas, shortbox, fully loaded ST#267 $15,9002005 CHEV 2500 HD LS crew cab Duramax diesel leather 4X4 auto ST#190 $15,9002007 FORD F250 XLT quad cab diesel 4X4 auto short box only this week $15,900 ST# 2272008 FORD F150 super crew XLT 4X4 auto fully loaded ST#271 $16,9002006 FORD F350 CREW CAB Lariat leather 4X4 auto diesel ST#164 $17,995

33166 S. Fraser Way, Abbotsford DL#31038

604-855-0666www.keytrackautosales.com

551 GARAGE SALES

ESTATE sale Oct. 11 to 14, 9 - 5 pm at 46109 Brinx Rd., Chilliwack on Fairfi eld Island. Call 604-795-3745

HOPE

22524 Ross Rd(off of hwys 1 & 7 on way to

Lake of the Woods)Sat & Sun., Oct 13 & 14

9 am - 4 pmlots of household items

& tools

HOPE

435 HemlockSat., Oct 139 am - 3 pm

WEATHER PERMITTINGcomposter, cedar shrubs, art books, lamps, tools, dishes,

nicknacks, etc

551 GARAGE SALES

Kawkawa Lake

65721 Birchtrees Dr.(near Lakeway Market)

Sat., Oct 139 am - 2 pm

Renovation clear out - furni-ture, pictures, toys & more.

Ladies AuxiliaryFLEA MARKET

Legion HallSunday, Oct 14

9 am - 2 pmTable Rentals call

604-869-2174

SILVER CREEK

11-62790 Flood Hope Rd

(Silver Ridge Estates)Sat., Oct 139 am - 1 pm

small china cabinet, household items


* 13. Which ‘extra’ items are you likely to spend on in your household? Frequently Occasionally Never

Car detailing ☐ ☐ ☐Fast food ☐ ☐ ☐Fitness membership ☐ ☐ ☐Further education or courses ☐ ☐ ☐Gourmet foods or desserts ☐ ☐ ☐Home improvement less than $500 ☐ ☐ ☐Home improvement over $500 ☐ ☐ ☐Live theatre or festivals ☐ ☐ ☐Manicure, pedicure, hair styling ☐ ☐ ☐Movie downloads, Pay per view, movie channels ☐ ☐ ☐Movie theatre ☐ ☐ ☐Restaurant dining ☐ ☐ ☐Scratch and lottery tickets ☐ ☐ ☐Trips to a casino ☐ ☐ ☐

* 14. Are you planning to travel in the near future? For business For pleasure No plans to travel

In Canada for less than 3 days by plane ☐ ☐ ☐Getaway of less than 3 days to the USA ☐ ☐ ☐Longer trip within Canada by car ☐ ☐ ☐Longer trip within Canada by plane ☐ ☐ ☐Longer trip to the USA by car ☐ ☐ ☐Longer trip to the USA by plane ☐ ☐ ☐Longer trip outside of North America ☐ ☐ ☐

* 17. What type of real estate are you looking at? Newly built Previously owned Single detached ☐ ☐Townhouse ☐ ☐Condo ☐ ☐Resort property ☐ ☐

* 18. Are you planning any � nancial transactions? Please check all that apply. ☐ Consolidate your debt load☐ Pay o� a loan☐ Pay o� your mortgage☐ Remortgage your property☐ Renew your mortgage☐ Secure a loan☐ Seek � nancial planning advice☐ Set up a line of credit☐ Switch banks or credit union☐ None of the above

* 19. In which category does your annual household income fall? ☐ Less than $35,000

☐ $35,000 to less than $50,000

☐ $50,000 to less than $75,000

☐ $75,000 to less than $100,000

☐ $100,000 to less than $150,000

☐ $150,000 or more

* 21. How far will you drive from your home to use a business or service? ☐ 16-30 minutes

☐ 31-60 minutes

☐ 1 hours

☐ 2 hours

☐ 3 hours

☐ More than 4 hours

☐ I don’t shop outside of my own community

* 11. What type of vehicle are you considering and when do you plan to purchase? Next 3 months Next 6 months Next year

Car ☐ ☐ ☐Minivan ☐ ☐ ☐ Pickup truck ☐ ☐ ☐SUV ☐ ☐ ☐

*7. Do you...? Frequently Occasionally Never

Research online prior to store purchase? ☐ ☐ ☐Make online purchases? ☐ ☐ ☐Use your smart phone for shopping? ☐ ☐ ☐

*8. Do you ever...? Frequently Occasionally Never

Compromise on quality to save money? ☐ ☐ ☐Forego a brand name to save money? ☐ ☐ ☐Wait for the item to go on sale? ☐ ☐ ☐

* 12. Is your next vehicle most likely to be...?☐ Economy

☐ Midrange

☐ Luxury

☐ Hybrid

* 9. Are you or someone in your household planning to purchase a new or pre-owned vehicle in the near future? (If no, jump to Q13)☐ Yes ☐ No

* 15. Does anyone in your household plan to sell or buy real estate in the near future? If no, jump to Q18)☐ Yes ☐ No

* 16. Will this be..?☐ Your first home purchase? ☐ Upsize? ☐ Downsize?

* 10. Will it be a new or preowned vehicle?☐ Pre-owned ☐ New

* 2. How many people in your household (including yourself) read the paper? 1 2 3 4 or more

Female 18-24 ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐............ 25-34 ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐............ 35-44 ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐............ 45-54 ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐............ 55-65 ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐............ 65+ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐Male.....18-24 ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐............ 25-34 ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐............ 35-44 ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐............ 45-54 ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐............ 55-65 ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐............ 65+ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

* 4. Which advertising o� ers are you most interested in? Frequently Occasionally Never

Appliances ☐ ☐ ☐Discount, bargain or dollar store ☐ ☐ ☐Clothing, accessories and footwear ☐ ☐ ☐ Computers, tablets, phones, cameras ☐ ☐ ☐Fast Food ☐ ☐ ☐Furniture, rugs and beds ☐ ☐ ☐Groceries ☐ ☐ ☐Health, personal care and make-up ☐ ☐ ☐O� ce supplies ☐ ☐ ☐Tools, home & yard improvement ☐ ☐ ☐Toys & games, arts & crafts ☐ ☐ ☐Computers, tablets, phones, cameras ☐ ☐ ☐TV, stereo, PVR, Satellite ☐ ☐ ☐

* 1. How do you generally read your local paper?☐ The printed newspaper

☐ Online on my computer or laptop

☐ On my tablet

☐ On my smartphone

☐ Army & Navy

☐ Bargain! Shop

☐ Best Buy

☐ Buy Low

☐ Canadian Tire

☐ Chapters

☐ Choices Market

☐ Coopers

☐ Dollar Giant

☐ Dollarama

☐ Extra Foods

☐ Future Shop

☐ Home Depot

☐ Home Hardware

☐ Ikea

☐ Jysk

☐ Kin’s Farm Market

☐ London Drugs

☐ Lululemon

☐ M&M Meats

☐ Mark’s Work Wearhouse

☐ Marketplace IGA

☐ Nesters

☐ Overwaitea

☐ Pharmasave

☐ PriceSmart

☐ Real Canadian Superstore

☐ Reitmans

☐ Rexall

☐ Rona

☐ Safeway

☐ Save-on-Foods

☐ Sears

☐ Shoppers Drug Mart

☐ Sport Chek or Sport Mart

☐ Staples

☐ Starbucks

☐ T&T Supermarket

☐ The Bay

☐ The Brick

☐ The Source

☐ Tim Hortons

☐ Walmart

☐ Winners

☐ XS Cargo

* 3. How much time do you typically spend reading the newspaper, its stories, advertising and � yers?☐ Less than 10 minutes

☐ 10 - 20 minutes

☐ 21- 30 minutes

☐ 30 minutes +

* 6. What most in� uences your decision when choosing a grocery store?☐ Loyalty to the chain

☐ Closest to home

☐ Best deals/offers/coupons

☐ Rewards or credit card program

* 5. Please check the stores you shop at

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