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StandardThe Hope THURSDAY, JANUARY 21 , 2016

HSSBand studentsfundraiseby performinglive atBuy & Savefor anupcomingtrip to Cuba Page 4

3 ACCIDENT ONSPUZZUM BRIDGEA truck jackknifed into the

side of

Spuzzum Bridge on

Saturday, closing the

Trans-Canada Highway

16 HOCKEY STARA hockey legend from

Hope, makes The

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8 HISTORY INHOPEFind out what

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Rogue Cougar killed by RCMPErin KnutsonHope Standard

Th e rogue cougar that has been terrorizing the Kawkawa lake area was taken down by authorities Monday night, aft er a public warning had been issued for Hope residents to be aware of the cougar.

Th e cougar was believed by conservation offi cer Don Stahl from Chilliwack to be a male teenager looking for an easy source of prey, and had injured and killed a couple of domestic pets.

Lydia Koot from the Hope Mountain Black Bear Committee and Stahl met up with Th e Hope Standard

to ensure the message got out in an eff ective and timely manner. Koot placed posted warnings on her site and through Facebook, while placing posters around town.

Th e fi rst sighting of the cougar happened at 10: 30 a.m. last Wednes-day morning on the Kettle Valley Trail, when a woman walking her fi ve month old lab pup ran into a cougar standing in the middle of the path. With its predatory gaze fi xed on the vulnerable and exposed pair, the animal backed away with some assertive encouragement from the woman, and was considered

to be a non-threatening en-counter aft er it was reported to the RCMP and the BC Conservation Offi cer. How-ever, over the past couple of days, the cougar had taken an aggressive and preda-tory stance with the killing and injuring of pets, and the RCMP were on alert to destroy the animal on sight.

“We can't safely relocate the animal, and with the killing of a dog and cat already, the animal has become a liability,” said Stahl.“It is better to have a dead cougar than a dead child.”

Th e public was asked to pay attention to the trees (which cats are oft en fond of climbing,) to watch their children closely and to keep pets on leashes.

Stahl has a few safety tips if an encounter hap-pens with a cougar: Never turn around and run (only a food source runs,) back away slowly, while raising your arms and yelling and screaming at the animal.

Pick up rocks and sticks while being prepared to defend yourself; never, play dead because the cougar considers you a food source unlike a bear. Always fi ght back, and be sure to return to a safe location as soon as possible. Th ough tragic for the dead cougar, public safety is the number one priority when dealing with wildlife according to Stahl. If you see a cougar please contact the local RCMP and conservation offi cer Stahl at 1 877 952 7277.

For more information re-garding wildlife encounters and protocol please contact Lydia Koot at Hopemoun-tain.org/conservation.

PHOTO COURTESY OF LOGAN HEINO

Thursday, January 21, 2016 The Hope Standard2 www.hopestandard.com

Delegation – Ray Zervini, 753 Waterworks Committee The 753 Waterworks Committee has requested that the District assume the 753 Waterworks Utility. Recently, utilities have been increased from $13 to $30 per month and will increase again within the next few months; an additional levy has also been charged, to be paid over a three month period. The Committee is concerned with the overall management of the utility company and has been in contact with the Province’s Water Comptroller to voice their concerns. The Deputy Comptroller of Water Rights held a public hearing with the 753 Committee and taxpayers to provide information.

The District and 753 Waterworks Committee will meet over the next few weeks to discuss the possibility of the District assuming the 753 Waterworks Utility. The Mayor stated that a detailed up-to-date engineering report will be required prior to the District’s consideration of assuming this utility. Council directed staff to investigate the feasibility of seeking a transfer agreement of 753 Waterworks Utility to the District of Hope. Staff will research and report back to Council this feasibility and the steps required to move forward by the end of February.

Station House Project – Repair Contract Council endorsed staff ’s recommendation that Barclay Fletcher be engaged to undertake the repair/modifi cation work at the Station House.

Engineering Consulting Road Protection Review – 6th Avenue, Coquihalla Street and Rupert StreetCouncil approved a budget increase of $50,000 to $73,172 for the Road Protection Review Project. Funds for increasing this budget have been identifi ed as ‘unused funds’ in the 3rd Avenue Asphalt project, therefore there will be no increase to Capital Budgets. The existing utility services in this area are approximately 50 years old, and the status of these

underground utilities is required prior to paving taking place in order to best utilize District funds.

Council endorsed the proposal submitted by Omega & Associates Engineering Ltd. in the amount of $66,520.00 (excluding GST) for engineering consulting fees related to this project.

Council Appointments & Committees for 2016The 2016 Council Appointments & Committees listing was approved and amended as follows:

Councillor Dyble replaced Mayor Vicktor as representative to the AdvantageHOPE Board, due to confl icts in the Mayor’s schedule. The AdvantageHOPE Board is also now identifi ed as a “Council Liaison” as opposed to a “Board, Committee or Commission” on the listing.

In-Camera Resolutions for Declassifi cationCouncil endorsed declassifi cation of the following resolutions, which were passed at the October 13, 2015 and December 14, 2015 meetings, respectively:

Resolution #1: “THAT Council authorizes the declassifi cation of the Station House Amenity Agreement with the Province to allow for the transfer of ownership of the Station House property to the District of Hope.”

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There has been an increase in theft from vehicles in our community recently. To enhance vehicle safety, RCMP and the District of Hope are encouraging residents to protect their vehicle and practice the following tips:

These precautions can remove opportunities for thieves and protect citizens from the expense, inconvenience and frustration that can come when their vehicle is broken into.

VEHICLE THEFT PREVENTION

Next Meeting: Monday, January 25, 2016

7:00 p.m. in District of Hope Council Chambers

Resolution #2:“THAT Council authorize the execution of the Agreements for grant of Statutory Rights-of-Way to Trans Mountain Pipeline L.P. over District of Hope lands for the following properties: 65823 Kawakawa Lake Road (Mountain View Cemetery), Nelson Avenue (Public Works Yard), a portion of road on Acacia Drive near the intersection of Mountain Ash Drive, Kawakawa Lake Road (Kawakawa Lake Park) and 20954 Acacia Drive (R/W-BC Tel & Trans Mountain).

AND FURTHER THAT signing of these documents does not refl ect an offi cial endorsement by Council of the Trans Mountain Pipeline Project.”

The District of Hope would like to remind residents that all dogs over the age of 4 months are required to be licensed. The fi ne for an unlicensed dog is $100. There will be a $5.00 penalty for all licenses purchased after April 1, 2016

Please come into the Municipal Offi ce located at 325 Wallace Street to purchase your 2015 dog tag.

District of Hope staff will be pleased to answer any questions you may have. Give us a call at 604-869-5671.

2016 DOG LICENSES

FINANCE DEPARTMENT NEWS JANUARY 2016Commercial UtilitiesCommercial utilities for the period covering October 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015 have been mailed. The due date is February 15, 2016. Please contact the District offi ce if you have not received your invoice.

2016 Residential Utilities2016 Residential utilities will be mailed out at the end of January. Please contact the District offi ce if you do not receive your notice. The due date is July 4, 2016. Pre-authorized payment options are available. Please contact the District offi ce for further information.

2016 Business Licenses Are Now DueAvoid a 10% penalty, renew your business license before January 29th. Post marks are not accepted as proof of payment. If you are no longer doing business in the District, we ask that you notify us in writing: Attention: Business License or via email to [email protected]

Stop into District Hall to renew your license. Please note that any business licences not renewed within the fi rst 60 days of 2016 will be considered invalid and could be subject to fi nes.

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• Remove garage door openers, key cards, and house or work keys from the car so that a prowler cannot gain access to your home.

• Don’t store or leave credit cards, identifi cation or personal information in your glove box or anywhere in your car.

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NewsTraffic blocked on Spuzzum bridge after accident

Trans-Canada Highway traffic was held up after a truck jackknifed south of Spuzzum on the Spuzzum bridge, Saturday afternoon. Spuzzum is roughly 40 km outside of Hope, and was impacted by snowy conditions. Eyewitnesses reported that conditions were dicey, which could have contributed to the crash.

The truck was located at the edge of the bridge, as emergency crews worked diligently to relieve the unharmed driver from the side of the bridge. Emergency crews stayed until after 8 p.m., when the road was reopened again for single lane traffic. The bridge has been known to be toublesome for trucks, and reportedly a driver was killed in 2010.

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753 users continue to petition the District for takeoverErin KnutsonHope Standard

The 753 waterworks committee headed by Ray Zervini, petitioned council at a recent meeting as they move forward in their quest to have the derelict system taken over by the District of Hope. Zervini discussed some of the details nec-essary to get the system functional again, which includes, a new well head amongst a few other structural upgrades.

“The District is open-minded, and 500 people are in a tough spot, but it is up to Mr. Neil Murphy (co-owner of 753) to get the system to a place where it’s amenable to get rid of,” said Mayor Wilfried Vicktor.

The system which has fallen into a state of disrepair through administrative and structural negligence, has own-ers scrambling, as well as the water comptroller Pieter Bekker, who is under fire to find and implement a solution to bail the company out, and help the system become func-tional at a structural and fiscal level.

Until the system has attained a level of self-sufficiency, the District is reluctant to take it over.

“We would treat this as a business transac-tion,” said Vicktor. “The question would be,

what are we buying, when we consider the system, and is it up to municipal standards? — we have a high expectation and there would have to be an accurate inventory of the system.”

Upset users, lament two years of a private water system that is holding up at a bare bones level, but is failing to keep standards at an optimal level. Perks, like green lawns have been obsconded in the absence of a truly fluid system, while some users have paid for the service, and others have com-pletely foregone payments on the system. Whether the lack of payments have been an administrative injustice on behalf of the company or a disregard by some users, it puts the users who have been paying their dues in a timely fashion in an unfair sitation.

“Users who haven’t paid will have to get caught up,” said Vicktor. A motion was passed by council for staff to inves-tigate the feasibility of seeking a transfer agreement of 753 Waterworks Utility to the District of Hope and that staff report back this feasibility and the steps required to move forward by the end of February.


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CommunityYOUNG HEARTS ROAM FREEIn descending order:Band students from HSS, were at Buy & Save on Saturdy to fundraise for a once in a lifetime trip to Cuba, which is slated for spring break. (Photos by Erin Knutson); Parents and kids of all ages enjoyed a mountainous adventure with Hope Moun-tain Centre, during an excursion to Cam-bie Creek in Manning Park on Sunday, January 17. (Photos by Kelly Pearce)

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A new report shows 117 children and youth in care in B.C. were placed in hotels in a recent 12-month peri-od despite government claims the practice was rare and repeated orders that it happens only in extreme situ-ations, where options were limited.

The joint review of hotel placements by Representative for Children and Youth Mary Ellen Turpel-Lafond and the Ministry of Children and Family Development came in response to a high-profile death last September.

Alex Gervais, an 18-year-old in care, fell or jumped to his death from the fourth floor of an Abbotsford Super 8 hotel, where he had been housed by the ministry after his group home was shut down due to poor conditions.

At that time, Children and Family Minister Stephanie Cadieux sug-gested just one or two youths were thought to be in hotel placements.

Turpel-Lafond sus-pected the number was closer to 50 and said the count of 117 chil-dren from November 2013 to October 2013

– more than double her estimate – shows how pervasive the problem remains.

Some of those chil-dren were placed in hotels multiple times during the year, as a total of 131 placements were recorded.

Most hotel stays are short – just a day or two – and Cadieux said it's usually because of the need to urgently relocate youth until a conventional placement can be found, often on evenings or weekends.

But Gervais was an extreme case.

He spent 49 con-secutive days in the Abbotsford hotel prior to his Sept. 18 death, the most recent of mul-tiple hotel stays.

"The best guess we have is that Mr. Gervais spent close to 100 days in hotels over the peri-od of his time in care," Turpel-Lafond said.

A further review of his case is under-way and the ministry is required to report by March 31 or consent to an investigation by Turpel-Lafond's office.

"His death is a trag-edy," Cadieux said. "It's a young life lost well too soon."

The South Fraser and North Fraser regions of the Lower Mainland recorded the highest

use of hotels – 32 and 27 placements respec-tively – followed by 14 in Vancouver/Richmond and 12 by the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Children and Family Services Society.

The hotel place-ments make up two per cent of B.C. chil-dren in care, but that rose to six per cent in the North Fraser area.

T u r p e l - L a f o n d characterized the recurring use of hotels in those areas as "a stop-gap in lieu of having adequate placements."

But Cadieux said she believes bet-ter coordination of the placement options that exist could go far to reducing hotel use.Cadieux said hotel stays remain an option of last resort and while she doesn't believe it's good practice she would set no target date for ending it. Manitoba has banned all use of hotels but Cadieux said that comparison isn't appropriate because that province was using them systemically.

Turpel-Lafond said she would like to see a complete ban because of the harm hotel stays do but agreed it is not realistic.

"The pressures on

the staff are such that they are not able to find alternative placements to hotels at this time."

Ministry staff must now report to the repre-sentative's office when any child is kept in a hotel longer than three days. Social workers must get approval for hotel placements, which has been granted in all recent requests. Reports on hotel placements are to be made public every six months. Cadieux said she also intends to bring a budget request to cabinet to pro-vide more residential resources for emergen-cy placements, particu-larly in the Fraser areas.

She indicated she may also propose increased remuneration or incen-tives to recruit or retain foster families.

"We want to elimi-nate hotel placements entirely," Cadieux said. "But government can't achieve that alone. We need more people to step up, get trained and work with us to pro-vide kids in care with the stable homes that they need and that they deserve."

More than 100 children housed in hotels

Alex Gervais died when he fell from the fourth floor of an Abbotsford Super 8 hotel on Sept. 18.

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In the early days of this new year, readers have advised me to do several things.

I’ll go with one that seems relatively pain-less, embracing the

“sunny ways” of our new federal government and seeking optimism in these fragile times.

For starters, we have a building boom going on in the southwest. Here in Victoria, cranes dot the skyline as new residential-commercial projects emerge from bedrock, and hardhats are mostly on construction workers, scratched and backwards, rather than shiny and forward on politicians.

Shipyards are busy, with Royal Canadian Navy work and cruise ship refits to reduce their emissions, plus work on ferries, tugboats and barges.

Most of the activity is private investment, much of it in a hot housing market. Surrey has just recorded its second-highest total for building permits in history, a value of $1.46 billion nearly matching the pre-recession peak of 2007.

Thousands of provincial employees get a small raise in February, based on stronger than forecast economic growth in 2014.

It works out to $300 a year for a medical technologist and $346 for a teacher.

Health care costs are rising less dramatically. That should ease the crisis atmosphere at provincial and federal health ministers’ negotiations over the funding formula, taking place this week in Vancouver.

Health Minister Terry Lake announced last week that the province is increasing funding for a promising program in cancer research, using genetic analysis to improve targeting for drugs to treat the hundreds of different cancers diag-nosed in B.C. patients each year.

The B.C. Cancer Agency’s new director, Dr. Malcolm Moore, oncologist Dr. Janessa Laskin and Dr. Marco Marra, director of the agency’s Genome Science Centre, described a world-leading centre of research that is reaching out to spe-cialists and their patients across the province and attract-ing international funding and talent for ground-breaking research.

Outside the urban regions, where retail sales and real estate mainly drive the economy, sunny ways are harder to find. The mining and natural gas sectors are in the grip of a slump in commodity prices, with more temporary mine closures expected.

The forest industry is being helped by the low Canadian dollar and a steady recovery in the U.S. economy, and tour-ism is expected to have another strong year as Americans take advantage of a discount on visits to B.C.

Central 1 Credit Union broke down the regional employ-

ment numbers for B.C. in 2015, and found job growth in every region except the Cariboo. Province-wide employ-ment grew 1.2 per cent last year, ahead of the national rate. That may not sound like much, but compared to Alberta’s oil-dependent economy, it’s pretty good.

Construction of a new dam on the Peace River is expected to ramp up this year, bringing workers home from Alberta, and the federal government is planning to fast-track its promised infrastructure spending to create work across the country.

Energy and Mines Minister Bill Bennett was in Toronto last week to ring the opening bell at the stock exchange with B.C. mining industry representatives.

Not much sun on mining stocks these days, but Bennett’s sales pitch to an investor luncheon included reference to two more mines under construction in northwest B.C., the prov-ince’s Pacific Rim trade advantage, and revenue sharing with First Nations that is attracting attention of other provinces.

The Conference Board of Canada has forecast that B.C.’s economy will “lead the country by a wide margin over the near term,” with unemployment declining in 2016.

We’re at the mercy of global forces, but things could be a whole lot worse.

Tom Fletcher is B.C. legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @tomfletcherbc

Few things cut so deeply into a community as the loss of young life.

This week we were reminded of that fact again after two friends died when their truck went off an icy road and plunged into the Fraser River.

The grief of those touched by the tragedy was evident at an impromptu memorial service at Chilliwack secondary (the school both young men had attended) on Monday morning.

But even those more removed from the incident likely hugged their children a little tighter that evening when they heard the tragic news.

Sunday’s truck crash wasn’t the first time a young person’s potential was stolen just on the cusp of adulthood.

Just last year three young men were killed on Highway 1 west of Hope when their vehicle left the road.

They weren’t the first. Nor, as Sunday’s crash illustrated, the last, in an ongoing battle with young lives lost on the roadways.

In fact, according to the B.C. Automobile Association, roughly 54 young people will die each year in motor vehicle crashes. Thousands more sustain injuries that can affect them for the rest of their lives.

That car crashes are the leading cause of death among young people should come as little surprise to anyone who reflects honestly on their own adolescence. Most of us can recall times when we did dangerous things; when we put ourselves and our friends at risk.

We need to share those stories.We need to remind anyone who will listen of the awesome

power that a motor vehicle represents – the power to help, but also the power to cause harm.

Driving is an immense responsibility that even seasoned driv-ers take for granted. The vehicles are comfortable; the ride is smooth. However, the physics remain immutable.

Nothing will bring back the lives lost on that icy road Sunday morning.

But the tragedy offers an opportunity to have a conversation – with ourselves and the people we love – about the risks that exist every time we turn on the ignition.

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Today Mr. Terry Lake B.C.'s Minister of Health is trying to pry more health care dollars from the federal government’s hands for B.C.'s underfunded health care.

The reason is that we have more seniors here in B.C. than other provinces states Mr. Lake. This should not come as a great surprise to this government as they have been selling B.C. as the Florida north for decades. What exactly was the government expecting when the doors were opened to invite all of Canada's retirees here?

Any long term B.C. resident knows that quality health care is focused in major urban areas like Vancouver and Victoria. Living in B.C. and wanting good health care means being on the road for a good portion of that time. I doubt this was in the brochures when they were selling off quaint communities like Courtenay and other small towns to prospective retirees.

What I do know is that my property assessment in Courtenay went up 30 per cent from last year.

I have no doubt this is to pay for the brand new hospital which is being built to deal with the huge influx of people (the majority

being seniors) into this area. Even though I will never use this hospital I will pay into it so

others can enjoy a service which was never available to me in the 50 years I lived on north Vancouver Island.

A suggestion to the Liberals and following B.C. governments may be that for those who move here to retire, either come pre-pared to put up with the healthcare here or come with money in hand to pay for the extra services.

I have not lived in other provinces or enjoyed the wealth of eastern Canada, so I do not relish the idea of paying for their health care needs. Ditto to those who come from out of country.

You use it, you pay for it. I know my children and I put up with sub-standard health

care all our lives so I do not see why I have to pay for top quality health care for new-comers.

Tina LaursenHope, B.C

Guide Dog & Service Dog Act takes effectOn Jan. 18, 2016, a

new legislation came into effect that mod-ernizes guide dog and service dog guidelines in B.C., bringing high-er training standards, improving accessibil-ity to public spaces and strata properties, and strengthening public safety.

"The Guide Dog and Service Dog Act is one more step toward making B.C. the most progressive province in the country for people with disabilities," said Minister of Public Safety and solicitor General Mike Morris. "These certification changes will enable people who rely on a guide or service dog to enjoy the same

protected rights and opportunities as every citizen."

The Guide Dog and Service Dog Act makes it clear that discrimination is unacceptable, giving certified guide or ser-vice dog handlers access rights equal to those enjoyed by all members of the public.

The act updates guide dog and service

dog guidelines, by:

• Expanding tenancy rights to include strata properties and certified retired dogs residing with their handlers.

• Providing public access rights for certified dogs in training.

• Recognizing service dogs in addition to guide dogs.

• Requiring a high training standard.

• Establishing a more robust decision-making process for

certification.

• Strengthening com-pliance and enforce-ment.

Dog handlers are now able to submit certifi-cation applications to the Security Programs Division of the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General. Once these applications are processed, handlers seeking certification for guide and service

dogs that were not trained by an accredited school will be able to have their dogs tested by the Justice Institute of British Columbia.The new legislation fulfils a commitment made in Accessibility 2024 - gov-ernment's 10-year action plan to make B.C. the most progressive prov-ince in Canada for per-sons with disabilities.

"British Columbia is synonymous with diver-sity, and ensuring equal-ity of access to public spaces for those who depend on certified guide and service dogs is one more way we hon-our and celebrate that diversity. These legisla-tive advancements are the result of consultation

with key, knowledge-able stakeholders, and we thank them for the insights that have helped to make these improve-

Party bus reforms urged after woman diesThere are renewed calls for tougher restrictions on

the party bus industry after the death of a passenger.A twenty three year-old old Langley woman died

after she fell out of the open door of a party bus as it made a left turn in downtown Vancouver. She was identified as Chelsea Lynn Mist James.

It's the latest in a series of deaths, often tied to under-age drinking or drug use. The province last year tight-ened licensing requirements for buses and limousines with perimeter seating, including mandatory display of a special licence plate to allow police checks.

NDP MLA George Heyman said the province hasn't gone far enough.

"It's time to admit that relying on self-regulation has failed with tragic results," he said.

Heyman previously proposed legislation requiring chaperones for trips involving minors, standardized safety training, penalties for advertising illegal activ-ity, and safe drop-off provisions to end the practice of dumping sick or distressed passengers. "These things might have made a difference this weekend, and could make a difference in the future."

Readers respond to climate change Re: Inconvenient truths of

climate change (B.C. Views, Dec. 2)

As Tom Fletcher pointed out, there are many questions on cli-mate change.

I’m not sure that B.C. or Canada is the problem, but the B.C. government is on the right track with the carbon tax, because it is apparent that Canadians need to lead on the environment, and be seen as leading. We need to be able to market our resources and lead in sustainability.

The B.C. carbon tax has pluses and minuses. Some of the carbon tax burden is returned to lower

income earners – this is a good thing. The tax, however, does little to reduce CO2 emissions. If four of the $5 billion collected over the past six years had been invested in reforestation, carbon sinks, the B.C. government could proclaim to the rest of Canada and the world that we are making a real difference.

I think B.C. and Canada are doing a good job on environ-mental issue, but we need to be seen to be doing more. A B.C. carbon tax that brings in $5 bil-lion to provide $5.7 billion in tax cuts does not appear to me to be making the necessary changes in addressing the global environ-mental concerns.

The perception is that we are doing nothing. This needs to change.

Phil Harrison, Comox

Merchants of sludge?Tom Fletcher's latest column, a

litany of classic skepticism about what's going on in the atmosphere, is like a museum display of petro-leum industry attitudes.

He evidently has no shame in carrying the torch for continuing with status quo policies around energy sources and emissions. No surprise, because his boss and oth-ers are betting there's still hope for selling sludge to Asia.

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During an ordinary month in 1955, the follow-ing cases had been tried and fines and sentences passed in Hope Police Court.

Five persons charged with exceeding the speed limit were fined a total of $138.00.

Eight First Nation members were fined a total of $137 for being intoxicated.

Six persons charged with supplying liquor to First Nation members were fined a total of $510. 50.

One First Nation member was charged for manufacturing home-brew and was fined a total of $13 and 55 bottles of home-brew confiscated. Three First Nation members charged with being in possession of liquor were fined a total of $51.

Two firms for overloading axles were fined a total of $62.

One person operating a motor vehicle without license plates was fined a total of $28.

Four firms overloading trucks were fined a total of $109 and one case was dismissed.

Four persons intoxicated in a public place were fined a total of $66.

Two persons who failed to stop at Flood weigh scale were fined a total of $16.

One person operating a motor vehicle contrary to driver's license restrictions was fined a total of $30.50. One person for violating a village traffic bylaw was fined a total of $30.50.

One person for violating a Village traffic bylaw was fined a total of $8.

One person for interfering with a registered trap line (poaching) was fined a total of $131.

The same person for failing to have a trapper's license was fined another $28.

Two juveniles were charged with breaking and entering the Kettle Valley station, and theft of Board of Trade offices and damage to Barker's car lot. One was placed on probation for one year and the other was sent to the Industrial school.

Good chance of life on planets say scientists

Although Mars is considered to be the only plan-et within our solar system capable of supporting life, according to the newest evidence, uncovered by science, there may be millions of other planets outside of our solar system. Any one of them, says the February Reader's Digest, might be inhabited by beings something like ourselves.

Only a few simple organisms can exist long at a temperature as high as the boiling point of water, or under 10 below zero, says the article.

To support any form of life similar to man, the atmosphere must contain oxygen and be free from lethal quantities of substances such as ammonia. Scientists now agree that no planet of our system, except possibly Mars, meets these conditions.

Mercury, far smaller than Earth, has lost nearly all the atmosphere needed for life. Jupiter, Saturn,

Uranus and Neptune, all much bigger than Earth, have poisonous atmospheres which rule out life. Pluto is too cold. And Venus, although surrounded by clouds which might mean water, almost cer-tainly has a temperature above the boiling point and it is likely that cyclones and tornados rage continually over the whole surface.

On Mars, however, temperatures are more like our own and there is good evidence of vegetation and moisture.

Life on Mars is entirely possible, but the newest evidence indicates that it is “some form of of primi-tive plant life.” But outside our solar system, which though huge in itself, is merely a speck in the uncharted spaces of the universe — many modern astronomers believe there may be many millions of other planets with their own solar systems. And any one of them might support highly developed forms of life.

“We cannot resist the conclusion,” states a famous British astronomer, “that life, though rare, is scattered throughout the universe wherever the conditions are favourable to it.

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Traditionalists, so called, in Canadian education will be heartened to find a prominent businessman squarely on their side. This is Mr. A.J.E. Child, vice-president and secretary-treasurer of Canada packers. Twenty-four years with that company, Mr. Child has seen many technically-able men fail to reach executive positions “because of a deficiency in educational background and a lack of breadth of outlook.”

Specialized business and technical knowledge, he thinks, is best acquired after a man has started work. Before that, his time is better spent acquir-ing a basic education along the cultural lines, e.g. Honor Arts, Classics, English, History, Commerce, and Mathematics. Canada Packers welcomes grad-uates in such courses to its accounting and admin-istrative staff.

Most important in present-day business is a man's ability to express himself clearly and accu-rately. Says Mr. Child: “There are too few men who can write a letter or report with ease, with imagina-tive language, with appeal to the reader, and with no mistakes. The many who can not put forth his ideas and because of inability to express himself on paper is very seriously handicapped.

The university man who has been exposed to a goodly amount of our literature, and perhaps to the grammatical and word-root practice of other languages, is in no such position.”

Many businessmen will agree. A properly edu-cated man can go further in a business which he enters knowing nothing about it than one who has trained for it at the expense of his education.

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Lori WelbourneSpecial to The Standard

My 12-year-old daughter had an assign-ment for her home economics class that required her to do two loads of laundry from start to finish, and have a parent rate each step on a scale from one to five.

Overseeing Daisy’s eight steps of home-work made me realize I’m lazy at laundry, and I’ve been doing it all wrong.

First on the list was sorting piles, checking labels, emptying pockets and choosing which loads to wash first. Normally, I do none of that. My idea of sorting is dumping all the towels on the ground and throwing the rest in the washing machine until it’s full, but not so full it will break.

Second entailed going through the clothes to look for stains, and pre-treat or soak wherever needed. Pre-treat and soak with what I wondered? There used to be a bottle of Spray ’N Wash on the shelf, but someone must have used it because it hasn’t been there for ages.

Third was selecting the water temperature and level, and adjusting the size setting, so no water would be wasted on a small load of wash. I can’t even fathom a small load of wash. Not since I had children, anyway. Also mentioned was the task of separating darks from lights. I do remember doing that once upon a time. I’m not sure why or when that stopped, but I don’t recall noticing a differ-ence in the results.

Fourth was instructions about measuring detergent. That reminded me of the time when I was a kid and I put in way too much powder and the laundry soap started over-flowing out the top and sides of the machine and all over the floor, filling up the room so high I had bubbles up to my neck. Or that might have been an episode of Brady Bunch. It’s all a blur.

Fifth was about loading clothes with the right side out, unless Daisy was wanting to protect a print design. Normally, I do not give this any thought whatsoever. I scoop out the contents of the hamper, throw it into the

machine, put in the Tide gel pod, turn it on at the largest load setting and leave. At some point I will remember to take the wet clothes out - hopefully before it smells weird.

Sixth was adding fabric softener - either to the washer or dryer.

I’ve never used the liquid kind, but I often use a fabric softener sheet.

I ran out a couple months ago and miss them enough to think about adding them to the shopping list, but not enough to actually write it down so they’re remembered once I get to the store.

Seventh said to dry the laundry as soon as the wash was finished, and to shake the clothes out before putting them in the dryer, apparently that makes them dry faster with fewer wrinkles. If only I could do that to my face.

Eighth was the last on the list and instruct-

ed Daisy to fold or hang the clothes as soon as they’re dry to avoid wrinkling.

My strategy has always been to throw the entire load into an empty hamper and wait until a few more hampers are full of clean clothes that everyone can rummage around in for days looking for whatever specific item they’re wanting. I recognize that immedi-ately folding, hanging and putting the clothes where they belong is another way to go.

I gave Daisy an outstanding grade because she’s far better at this laundry thing than I am. She even remembered to empty the lint collector before using the dryer.

I think it’s time to pass the torch from the lazy laundress to the livelier one, and I look forward to her next home economics assignment.

Lori Welbourne is a syndicated columnist. She can be contacted at LoriWelbourne.com

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Pet guardians encouraged to check for ticksPlenty of pet guardians are used to checking their companion

animals for ticks in the summertime, particularly after camping or hiking in British Columbia’s beautiful outdoors.

But, it’s just as important to check them in the winter months, says BC SPCA animal care attendant Valerie Wilson, a fact high-lighted by a cat who came into a shelter as a stray – along with nine live ticks.

“It’s not just dogs who are susceptible, and it’s not just in the summer,” Wilson said. “We discovered and removed nine living ticks from the cat, who earned the name Ticker, during his initial exam. We believe he was living in a chicken coop, and I guess it just hasn’t been cold enough to kill them off.”

Ticks are external parasites that feed off the blood of unlucky hosts, including humans, dogs and cats.

Tick bites and tickborne diseases, such as Lyme disease, can be hard to detect, and signs of tickborne disease may not appear for seven to 21 days or longer after a tick bite, noted veterinar-ian and BC SPCA senior manager of animal health Dr. Emilia Gordon.

“Watch your pet closely for changes in behaviour or appetite

or for any unusual illness such as fever, lameness, lethargy, bruis-ing or bleeding if you suspect he’s been bitten by a tick,” Gordon says. “It’s also important to properly remove the tick, or to have it properly removed, to help prevent any disease or infection.”

Steps pet guardians can take include:

· Check your pets daily for ticks· If you find a tick on your pet, remove it· Ask your vet to conduct a tick check at each exam· Talk to your vet about tickborne diseases in your area· Reduce tick habitat in your yard· Talk with your veterinarian about tick prevention

Ticker, who is on a course of antibiotics as a preventative mea-sure and awaiting neuter surgery, is available for adoption and is now, of course, tick-free.

Other parasites, such as fleas and lice, can also be problematic for pets and humans if not properly addressed, Wilson adds.

“Unlike lice, which are species-specific, fleas and ticks don’t discriminate – they’ll latch onto anything with a heartbeat.”

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In my solar garden, I grow food energy in the form of straw-berries; but, I also grow raw energy in the form of electricity. And then I sell that electrical energy, just like strawberries—well, maybe if I had time to attend farmers markets.

Photons of energy stream from the sun to create those straw-berries, using the process of photosynthesis. This fantastic evo-lutionary leap allowed agriculture to jump-start our prosperous society, with cheap energy from fossil fuels needed to power our machines.

But energy from fossil fuels turns out to be the biggest Catch 22 in history. Because, while these fuels created prosperity, they are destroying our climate. And the resulting catastrophic storms will eventually destroy our society. So yes, we have prospered; but yes, we planted the seeds of an unsustainable economy and lifestyle.

One big solution to minimize damage from climate change is to use the sun’s energy for more than just growing food. More solar energy falls on earth in a single hour than all the fossil fuel energy used globally in a year. On June 9, 2014, Germany produced a record 50 per cent of its electricity from solar and yet it gets less sunshine than B.C.

You and I should use the sun's abundant photons to electrify our entire lives, implement electric cars for transport, electric heat pumps for homes, and electric machines for industry. In the Lower Mainland, citizens will spend over one billion dollars on energy over the next decade - that means exporting a lot of jobs. But, if we go solar, we will create more local jobs than with any other energy source.

So, I encourage you to take the next big step towards sustainability.

Consider using your backyard garden, or roof top, to transfer the sun’s energy into renewable electric-ity using a proven and inexpensive technology—solar panels. Then, importantly, use that extra electricity to replace your use of fossil fuels. Unlike my strawberries, there is a side benefit to BC Hydro’s net metering sys-tem that allows you to sell any excess electricity and to make a profit. Not convinced yet?

Well, B.C. has considerable hydro-electric power, but generally hydro has a higher carbon footprint than solar, and higher distribution costs. In any case, we will need a lot more renewable power to transform into a non-carbon economy; preferably, using citizen-owned, cheap and local energy. Right now, you and I can make solar energy cheaper than can the Site C dam project when, and if, it comes on stream.

Solar energy is compatible with BC Hydro's electri-cal grid system, and will be needed as glacial waters and reservoirs run dry due to climate change. Solar may even replace existing imports of energy from coal-burning power stations (10 per cent of B.C.'s electricity comes from Alberta's coal.)

However, many people cannot make solar electric-ity on their own, perhaps they don't have a suitable rooftop or backyard, or lack money to make that initial investment. So what to do? Does this work in a Hope concept?

We are forming a group called Solar Cowichan to help people invest in solar energy. The concept is simple; form a social enterprise group, perhaps a co-op, that allows members to invest as much as they can afford in solar panels on residential or commercial sites. This group would install solar panels installed on suitable property, collect money earned from the sale of electricity, and redistribute it to shareholders.

To test the economics of this concept, and frankly to put my money where my mouth is, I utilized a bit of my garden, as well as a slope on its south side to install 192 solar panels. It took about 35 x 25 metres or about 1/10 of a hectare. But it will produce about 50,000 kWh of energy per year, which is 3 to 5 times the amount most homes consume.

I contracted this project to a local company, Viridian Energy Co-op, as a personal investment - transferring about $145,000 from my pension fund. The energy produced will give me a saving on my home's electric bill of about $2,000 per year as I will no longer pay BC Hydro's Tier 2 rate of about 12.4 cents per kWh. Hydro will also pay about $3,500/year for my excess electricity at 9.9 cents per kWh.

So electricity flows from my solar panels into my home (my Tier 2 savings), or into Hydro's grid and their cheque flows back to me by mail (my cash rev-enue) - hey, a lot easier than selling strawberries.

Combining this saving and revenue gets me to $5,500, and because I save dollars already taxed, I proj-ect about a 4 per cent return in the first year, increasing

over time as BC Hydro rates increase. It's a good deal considering the

increasingly poor and volatile returns my pension fund earned in the stock market this year, and better than invest-ing in low interest GICs or bonds. And it may get even better, since a similar project on Salt Spring Island produced 10 per cent more energy than antici-pated. As well, I have a 25 year war-ranty again; nobody, gets that growing strawberries.

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Pop bottle rockets, airless vacuums and plenty of antics might be de rigueur for visi-tors exploring the nooks of Vancouver’s Science World.

But not everyone is fortunate enough to make the trip to the big city, so the orga-nization’s 'On The Road' program engages schools in more distant communities to present science demos.

“I think it’s a good thing that they get the spirit and knowledge from Science World,” said science facilitator Ross Langill at Silver Creek elementary Thursday afternoon, after a presentation to youngsters in the gym-nasium. “Not every-body can afford to come to us.”

According to Science World, the program—currently on its rounds through Fraser Valley East—is meant to “pique science curios-ity, boost science liter-acy, and inspire future science and technology leaders across B.C.”

In addition to Silver Creek elementary, the 'On the Road' team vis-ited Agassiz Christian, Seabird Island commu-nity school, Boston Bar elementary, Coquihalla Elementary, Mission and Harrison Hot Springs.

“This year, in order to get back out on the road, Science World chose to redirect funds internally so that we could return to com-munities around British Columbia,” according to a press release. “If only in a modest way, to pique science curiosity, boost science literacy,

and to inspire future science and technology leaders.”

The 'On The Road' program ran for seven years from 2005 to 2012 with support from the government and donors.

During that time the program reached more than 1.3 million British

Columbians, including more than one million students in schools from kindergarten to Grade 12.

The team made more than 1,000 visits to communities large and small across B.C., including Dease Lake, Toad River, Uclulet and Haida Gwaii.

Taking science on the road

ERIN KNUTSON / THE STANDARD


DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN

The use of pesticides is intended within the area to which the Pest Management Plan (PMP) applies.

The purpose of the proposed PMP is to control vegetation under, above and near BC Hydro’s power lines in

order to maintain the safe and reliable delivery of electricity to our customers. This plan applies to all areas of

British Columbia where BC Hydro manages its transmission and distribution system and associated power line

corridors, access roads and helipads.

The proposed duration of the PMP is from April 2016 to April 2021.

Vegetation incompatible with the operation of the power system will be controlled using: physical (manual

brushing, mowing, girdling, grooming, pruning, tree removal), cultural (compatible land use), biological

(release of parasitic insects to control invasive plants), and chemical (herbicide application) techniques,

or any combination of these methods.

The active ingredients and trade names of the herbicides proposed for use under this plan include:

○ aminocyclopyrachlor and metsulfuron-methyl – Navius or equivalent

○ aminopyralid – Milestone or equivalent

○ aminopyralid and metsulfuron-methyl – ClearView or equivalent

○ aminopyralid, metsulfuron-methyl, and fluroxypyr – Sightline or equivalent

○ aminopyralid, metsulfuron-methyl and triclopyr – Clearview Brush or equivalent

○ Chondrostereum purpureum – Chontrol or equivalent

○ clopyralid – Lontrel or equivalent

○ diflufenzopyr and dicamba – Distinct, Overdrive, or equivalent

○ glyphosate – Vantage, Vision or equivalent

○ imazapyr – Arsenal Powerline or equivalent

○ metsulfuron-methyl – Escort or equivalent

○ picloram and 2,4-D – Aspect or equivalent

○ triclopyr – Garlon products or equivalent

○ 2,4-D – LV700 or equivalent

Adjuvant products may also be combined on occasion with an herbicide to improve its effectiveness, such as:

nonylphenoxy polyethoxy ethanol – Agral 90, paraffinic oils – Gateway, octadec-9-enoic acid as methyl

and ethyl esters – Hasten NT, or siloxylated polyether – Xiameter or equivalents.

The proposed methods for applying herbicides include: cut surface, basal bark, backpack foliar (low pressure

spray), mechanical foliar (boom, nozzle, powerhose, or wick), or injection (hack and squirt, lance or syringe)

techniques.

A draft copy of the proposed PMP is available at bchydro.com/pestplanforcorridors.

Alternatively, it’s available in person at 6911 Southpoint Drive, Burnaby; 1401 Kalamalka Lake Road, Vernon;

18475 128 Street, Surrey; 400 Madsen Road, Nanaimo; 3333 22 Avenue, Prince George.

BC Hydro, the applicant for the proposed PMP, is located at 6911 Southpoint Drive, Burnaby, B.C., V3N 4X8.

Please contact Tom Wells, Vegetation Program Manager, at 604 516 8943 or [email protected]

for more information.

A person wishing to contribute information about a proposed treatment site, relevant to the development of the

pest management plan, may send copies of the information to the applicant at the above address within 30 days

of the publication notice.

Pest Management Plan: BC Hydro Power Line Corridors 2016-2021

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Finance

Carla HindmanFinancial Expert

As we welcome a brand New Year there's no better time than right now to start planning and saving for your retirement.

Today more than half of Canadians admit to not feeling financially prepared for retire-ment, and only one third of Canadians actually have a plan in place to meet their retirement needs, which is a dire situation to find oneself in, during those golden years.

Those in their twenties or thirties have several decades for their savings to grow, but if you're already in your forties or fifties, and don't have a plan in place, you'll need to save more aggressively to make up for lost time.

Here are a few tips to kick your retirement savings efforts into high gear this year:

Maximize your savings. There are several financial tools available to help maximize your current savings. Everything from Tax Free Savings Accounts (TFSA) and GICs, to Mutual

Funds and stocks are all part of the assortment of products available today.

In addition to these options, consider opening a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) if you haven't done so already. An RRSP is a retire-ment savings program, registered by the Canada Revenue Agency, which commonly allows your contributions to grow tax free as long as the funds remain in the plan. According to Statistics Canada, in 2012 just 23.7 per cent of Canadian tax filers contributed to an RRSP.

One way to increase your RRSP is to determine whether other investments such as Canada Savings Bonds, Guaranteed Investment Certificates (GIC's) and publically traded stocks and bonds, are eligible for transfer into RRSP in lieu of cash.

You may need to check with a financial profes-sional to determine whether it would be beneficial to transfer such assets, from both a retirement planning and a taxation standpoint. For more information on RRSPs, visit the Canada Revenue Agency website.

Some employers offer corporate-matching on RRSP contributions, which can add hundreds or even thousands of free dollars to your account every year. Take advantage of these matching con-tributions to build up your current savings. If find-ing more money to contribute is a problem, make a pledge to put your next pay increase directly into your plan.

Take Financial Inventory

Many people don't know their net worth, or how much money they'll need at retirement- some experts say at least 60-80 per cent of current income is necessary to maintain your current life-style after you stop working.

In order to determine how much you'll need throughout your retirement years, start by review-ing your Canadian Pension Plan (CPP), RRSPs, savings accounts and assets.

Once you have completed this inventory, enter these amounts into an online retirement calculator to roughly estimate how much money you'll need to retire comfortably. Practical Money Skills offers a retirement calculator to help you start thinking about your retirement financial well-being.

Check out the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC)'s website for a list of possible retirement income sources that may be available to you.

Consider downsizing

Once your kids are all grown up and moved out, consider downsizing to a smaller, less expensive home. This will allow you to invest some of your current home's equity for retirement, as well as pay less for utilities, property taxes, home repairs and other expenses.

Delay retirement

In this day and age people typically live much longer than their parents so their retirement sav-ings will need to last longer. By delaying retire-ment a few years or at least working part time, your savings can grow considerably before you need them. Plus, the longer you delay tapping into your Canada Pension Plan benefits, the larger your monthly payout.

One last suggestion

Once you've settled on what you think will be a sufficient retirement budget, try living on it for a few months first before retiring to make sure it actually works.

Carla Hindman directs the Practical Money Skills program for Visa Canada. More budgeting and personal finance tips can be found at www.prac-ticalmoneyskills.ca. As always, consult a financial professional regarding your particular situation.

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Erin KnutsonHope Standard

In mid-April of 2015, The Hope Standard, had the distinct opportu-nity to meet up with life-enthusiast and former olympian Steve O'Brien president of the Steve O'Brien Foundation.

O'Brien had just begun his lengthy and innovative Cross Canada tour on April 12, for all the kids across the country, in an effort to bring awareness about School Perseverance.

The Standard, was notably the first media-outlet to grant O'Brien an interview.

The life-enthusiast, has an infectious nature about him, and a pas-sion for children that is unique; a passion, that spurred him to make his way through every province, while trying his hand at 12 different disciplines, determined by a wish list made by school kids; including, a scooter, inline skates, a long board, a pogo stick, a wheelchair and cross country skis, amongst his select favourites.

Though fraught with challenges, the determined frenchman made

his way through various modes of terrain, meeting bright and smiling faces along the way and encountering more love and enthusiasm, then he had ever dreamed possible.

O'Brien completed his tour on December 8, in St. John's Newfoundland, and through rain and snow held his own against the conspiring elements of nature, as well as testing his own physical mettle, and pushing himself to the limit.

The adventurous advocate for the educational necessities of children and sport crusader's message was simple.

“This relay was conceived to bring everyone together, regardless of gender, culture, or physical ability — we are all equal and all united,” said O'Brien “Hope is special though, because Hope was the first place that granted me an interview.”

O'Brien's next adventure is slated to begin in late April of 2016, with the National Relay for Youth and the honourable goal to accumulate more kilo-metres than the 13, 225kms that he completed during his 2015 Cross Canada Relay. “Thank you for being part of a project I hold close to my heart, our youth, and the future of tomorrow.” SUBMITTED PHOTO


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SportsA classic ‘All-Star’ hails from Hope

Barry StewartHope Standard

He’s Hope Minor Hockey’s most famous product — and he’s set to add one more notch to his memory stick in a sport he learned to love at the local rink and on the streets of Hope.

Jeff Hoggan has been chosen as a playing captain for the American Hockey League’s All-Star Classic, February 1 in Syracuse, New York. Hoggan, in his fourth year of wearing the C for the Grand Rapids Griffins, will serve as captain of the Western Conference all-stars.

Hoggan’s coach, Todd Nelson said last Friday, "Jeff is a consummate professional. There's a reason why he's been playing hock-ey all these years and there's a reason why he's a big part of our hockey team: he's a great captain, a great leader in our room — and he's very valuable to us. Seeing him get the chance to play in an all-star game is a tremen-dous honor and well-deserved."

Catching up on his e-mail, Sunday evening, Hoggan said he heard about the selection from the league president, Dave Andrews.

“He called to inform me of the honour and my immediate feelings were of apprecia-tion,” said Hoggan. “You play this game long enough and you realize how fast the game can pass you by. At this age (37) I'm grate-ful for every day I get to work with the Red Wings’ top prospects and am certainly going to relish a moment to be recognized in an all-star appearance and skate with the next wave of top-end players that will move on from this league to the NHL.

“I typically view the All-Star break as a chance to spend time with my family, to rest, recover and recharge — if that's even possible with three boys under age seven — but this isn't something you pass up.

“We'll be taking the whole crew to New York to enjoy together, which makes it even more special.”

Hoggan and his wife Chevonne have three sons, Hunter, Cam and Quinn. Hoggan’s par-ents, Gerry and Ann will be staying home in Hope, watching the game on TV, or via the internet.

There have been lots of congratulations from his family and friends — but one his most devoted followers, Darwin Ortis, wants to be there to see his friend skate in his first professional all-star game.

“I cannot miss a chance to see a guy that grew up in our little town, play at something as special as this,” said Ortis, Sunday. “To actually play in an all-star game for a league that is arguably the second best league in the world? It’s pretty unreal when you think about his path.

“I just think it says so much about him and his family, to work this hard and to still be playing after all these years. It’s remark-able, really. My son Ryan wears number 10 (Hoggan’s number) for hockey and baseball and thinks it’s pretty cool that he knows a pro-fessional hockey player.”

Ortis and son flew out to Grand Rapids to see Hoggan play, last season.

“It was such an amazing experience for both of us,” said Ortis. “The way he is respected and viewed as a role model in that community wasn’t what I expected. He's the face of that franchise.

“I remember him as the kid we’d play street hockey with all day — him and his brothers. It was always a matter of time before a Hoggan brother donnybrook would break out and the rest of us would scatter.

“To see what he has become first hand was very special. My wife signed off on another father-son trip.

Another reason to celebrate on All-Star day; it’s Hoggan’s 38th birthday.

“I can't say I've always been a leader, as I think you continue to grow as person and player along the way,” said Hoggan. “Sure, I wore a letter in junior and at college — but

more so by taking pride in working hard and leading by example.

“I've been keen to learn from successful leaders throughout my career, observing those that are winners and respected amongst their peers. There's a long list of people to give credit to for teaching me things — some directly, some without even saying a word. You never stop learning in this game. Being open-minded to others’ input, no matter how smart a vet-eran you think you are, is a big reason I'm still around to receive this honour and opportu-nity,” said the left-winger.

Like the NHL’s 2016 all-star game, the AHL is changing from the normal 5-on-5 format this year. There will be four teams in a round-robin tournament, playing 4-on-4 for 9-minute games. The winners go on to a 6-minute final game of 3-on-3.

“Believe me, it's not a pleasant thought hav-ing to chase around the top skill guys of this league with that much open ice. I can still skate with most in north and south directions — but I may have to pull out a crafty-old-guy hook or trip when these kids start dangling left and right — kidding, of course.

“My offensive strategy is to align myself with two dominant young guys and just pass them the puck.”

Hoggan says he isn’t necessarily alluding to retirement when he says, “Knowing my playing days are coming to end, I'm just going soak it all in with a smile.

“I'm just taking it day by day and time will tell. It's been a great run and ending it on your own terms and not by someone’s on the busi-ness side, is something every player would like to do.”

Jeff Hoggan (above) has been chosen to play for the American Hockey League’s All-Star Classic in Syracuse on February 1, New York.

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UYEDE, Peggy ShigekoJune 09, 1932 – January 06, 2016

Peggy was born in Steveston, BC and passed away in Hope BC. She is sur-vived by her daughter Wendy, brother Hiro (Gladys), sister Martha (Evy), nu-merous nieces and nephews and many loving members of the Uyede family. Predeceased by her husband of 50 years Hisakazu , sister Elaine, and par-ents Ikumatsua & Han Honda.Peggy grew up in Greenwood BC, and attended business courses in Nelson BC. She married “His” in March 1955 and they moved to Hope. Peggy

worked at the Bank of Montreal, retiring in 1992. She was known for her love of baking, cross stitch and crafts, gardening, bowling and the occasional casino trip.When His became ill, she cared for him at home until his passing in 2005. For nearly 10 years Peggy fought cancer. She will be remem-bered for her strength, quiet manner and smile.Special thanks to Dr Robert Winston, the Doctors and nurses at Ab-botsford Cancer Center. Dr Razouki, nurses and staff at Fraser Canyon Hospital as well as Hope Home Health and Support nurses.Kodin gratefully declined, if so desired, donations may be made in Peggy’s name to:

http://donate.bccancerfoundation.com/goto/peggyuyedeMemorial service to be announced at a later date.

SULLIVAN (Hodge), Shirley AnnOctober 26, 1935 - January 14, 2016

On the early afternoon of January 14th Shirley Ann Sullivan (Hodge) was reunited with husband George, son Murray and infant daughter Sherry Ann. Her parents Louise and Bert, sisters Doreen, Lucille and sister in-law Daryl were there to greet her as well. While the rest of us mourn in her passing, we will delight in our wonderful memories. Lovingly survived by her children Brian (Shirley), Barbra (Verne), Sandra, Susan (Garry) and Mike. Her 10 grandchildren will hold her memory dearly and her 2 great grand daughters will grow

up delighted with stories of her. Shirley will be forever remembered by brother Doug (Shirley), sister Sandra (Gordon), brothers in-law Glen (Heather) and Ralph, many nieces, nephews and extended family.A celebration of Shirley’s life will be held Sunday January 24th at 2pm in the Hope Legion. Flowers or a donation in Shirley’s name to the Fraser Canyon Hospice Society are appreciated.

“Never say Good-Bye, Just say So Long”

LEON, Robert PhilipIt is with a heavy heart that the family of Robert Philip Leon announces that he passed away on January 4th, 2016 at the Fraser Canyon Hospital in Hope, BC. He was a loving hus-band, father, grandfather, and a won-derful friend to many. He will be deeply missed. Robert succumbed to the side effects of the chemotherapy they were using to try and annihilate the cancer that was racing through his body. He had his family with him and he went peacefully and without pain, for that we are forever grateful.

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CHILD & YOUTH CARE WORKER The HCOS SE Dept needs a CARE Team Associate to work with our special needs students and their families. Approx 20 hrs/week, start-ing at $20/hr. A detailed job de-scription and online application form can be found at www.onlines-chool.ca/about-us/careers-at-hcos/.

114 DRIVERS/COURIER/TRUCKING

CLASS 1 DRIVERSUTCO seeks Class 1 Driver with Super B experience for

Chilliwack based chip hauling. Shift work, extended benefi ts,

pension plan and more. Visit www.sutco.ca, email resume and abstract to

[email protected] or fax to (778) 754-4025

115 EDUCATION

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115 EDUCATION

HEALTHCARE DOCUMENTATION SPECIALISTS in huge demand. Employers prefer CanScribe gradu-ates. A great work-from-home ca-reer! Contact us now to start your training day. www.canscribe.com

1.800.466.1535 [email protected]

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT SCHOOL. Hands-On Tasks. Start Weekly. GPS Training!

Funding & Housing Avail! Job Aid! Already a HEO?

Get certifi cation proof.Call 1-866-399-3853 or go to:

iheschool.comMEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

OPTICAL TRAINING... in only 6-months

starts March 21st, 2016www.bccollegeofoptics.ca

BC College Optics 604.581.0101

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Child & Youth Care WorkerThe HCOS SE Dept needs a CARE Team Associate to work with our special needs students and their families in the Lower Mainland. Approx 20 hrs./week, starting at $20/hr. Detailed job description & online application form can be found at:

www.onlineschool.caClick About Us,

then Scroll To Careers at HCOS

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130 HELP WANTEDLOCAL, Reputable, Craft Manufac-turing Company looking for Reliable Subcontractors. Work from home. Training provided at our Mission of-fi ce at no cost to you. Call 604-826-4651 and leave your name and number ONLY. We return all calls in the order they are received.

Wanted Heavy IndustrialSales Representative

Required for Western Canadian lubricants co. to call on mining, railroads, concrete & cement. High travel. Should have B.Sc. or B.Eng. or Dip.T. and sales experience.

Salary of up to $100K forthe right individual, plus 10%

commission, benefi ts, car and expenses.

Fax resume: 604-888-1145or [email protected]

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS

CREDIT Union in Abbotsford seeks full time Member Service Represen-tative. We are seeking a mature, outgoing, multi-tasker dedicated to providing a high level of quality ser-vice. A minimum of Grade 12 edu-cation, computer skills and the ability to work in an often fast paced team environment and to adapt to new technologies. Please forward resume and hand-written covering letter to: [email protected]

160 TRADES, TECHNICAL

Full-time licensed Autobody Techni-cian required immediately by busy Import Dealership in the sunny Okanagan. Candidate must hold a valid Autobody ticket. This is a full time, permanent position. Includes Benefi ts and an aggressive wage package. Resumes to Bodyshop Manager

[email protected] or http://www.hilltopsubaru.com/em-

ployment-opportunities.htm

PERSONAL SERVICES

182 FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

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

130 HELP WANTED

PERSONAL SERVICES


INCOME TAX PROBLEMS? Have you been audited, reas-sessed or disallowed certain claims by Canada Revenue Agency? Call Bob Allen @ 1-250-542-0295 35yrs. Income Tax experience, 8.5yrs. with Revenue Canada. Email: [email protected] C- 250-938-1944THE CRA now has A DUTY OF CARE and is ACCOUNTABLE to CANADIAN TAX PAYERS.

130 HELP WANTED

To advertise in print:Call: 604-869-2421 Email: [email protected]

Self-serve: blackpressused.ca Career ads: localworkbc.ca

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS ......... 1-8COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS .. 9-57TRAVEL .................................61-76CHILDREN ............................. 80-98EMPLOYMENT .................... 102-198BUSINESS SERVICES ............ 203-387PETS & LIVESTOCK ............... 453-483MERCHANDISE FOR SALE .... 503-587REAL ESTATE ..................... 603-696RENTALS .......................... 703-757AUTOMOTIVE .................... 804-862MARINE ........................... 903-920

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130 HELP WANTED

Thursday, January 21, 2016, Hope Standard A19

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

to consider Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 1367 for the property at 19700 Klassen Rd.

If you consider that this proposed bylaw amendment affects you or your property, you have the right to:

• Inspect the staff report and the proposed amendment bylaw at the District of Hope Municipal Hall during regular offi ce hours. The Municipal Hall is open from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, excluding Statutory Holidays.

• View the staff report and the proposed amendment bylaw presented to Council at the December 14, 2015 meeting available on the District of Hope’s website at www.hope.ca.

• Submit your views and comments to the District of Hope by letter, fax or e-mail before 12:00 noon on Monday, January 25, 2016 and/or attend the Public Hearing to make your views known to Council when the Mayor asks for comments from the public.

John Fortoloczky, Chief Administrative Offi cer

Inspection of Documents

MONDAY, JANUARY 25, 2016 AT 7:00 PMIN COUNCIL CHAMBERS, MUNICIPAL HALL

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Council will hear the views of the public at the above referenced meeting in order to assist them in deciding whether the proposed amendment bylaw should proceed.

INTENT OF THE PROPOSED AMENDMENT BYLAWTo rezone the property at 19700 Klassen Road from Rural (RU-1) to Light/Service Industrial (I-2) in order to permit a truck stop and associated uses.

LEGAL DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY (see location map below)Lot B Plan 31084 Except Plan 39120, PID 001-775-782, 19700 Klassen Road

The Hope & Area Transition Society is a non-profi t organization which provides programs and services to individuals affected by social issues. The Society is seeking applications for the position Staff Relief (permanent) at the Jean Scott Transition House.

The preferred candidate will possess the following skills and qualifi cations:• Knowledge and understanding of support and crisis counseling related

to family violence issues. • The ability to demonstrate assertiveness along with both professional

and personal boundaries. • Excellent verbal and written communication with the staff team,

including confl ict resolution.• Effi cient time, organizational and stress-management skills. • Flexibility and ability to assimilate into the staff team, along with

being able to work independently with little or no supervision and be comfortable working alone

• Must be willing to work a variety of shifts and carry a cell phone.• Ability to pass and maintain security clearance, carry a valid driver’s

license and have a dependable vehicle.

Along with resume send a letter of interest indicating how you meet the qualifi cations stated above to:

The Hope and Area Transition SocietyAtt: H. Garfi eld-ManagerBox 1761 Hope, BC V0X 1L0www.hopetransition.org

Closing Date: January 21, 2016Only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

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PERSONAL SERVICES


LARGE FUNDBorrowers Wanted

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

Call Anytime1-800-639-2274 or

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

. Need Cash? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. SnapCarCash. 604-777-5046

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

221 CARPENTRY

L.HISLOP CONTRACTING, custom woodworking solutions, complete renovations. Call 604-869-3449

245 CONTRACTORS

BARCLAY FLETCHER CON-TRACTING, complete home reno’s, additions & more. (604)869-1686

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

275 FLOOR REFINISHING/INSTALLATIONS

CANYON CARPETS, 326 Wallace St., Hope. For all your fl oor cover-ing needs! Call 604-869-2727

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627

284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION

LLOYD’S UTILITIES, gas, oil & pro-pane furnaces, class A gas fi tter. (604)869-1111 or (604)869-6544

130 HELP WANTED

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

287 HOME IMPROVEMENTS

PRECISION EXTERIORS, roofi ng, siding, windows, doors and more. WCB insured. Call (604)750-8025

DRAIANGE problems? Wet base-ment ? We repair and replace pe-rimeter drain tile as well as water proof foundations. 10 years in the business. Owner operator with all the equipment to complete your job in a neat and timely fashion. Quality work done at reasonable rates! All work comes with a guarantee call Mike at Groundhog for your free quote today. Mike. **778-233-7499**

300 LANDSCAPING

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

320 MOVING & STORAGE

INTEGRITY MOVERS, moving & delivery services. We’re not satis-fi ed until you are. (604)860-5277

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

www.paintspecial.com 778-322-2378 Lower Mainland

604-996-8128 Fraser ValleyRunning this ad for over 12yrs

PAINT SPECIAL3 rooms for $299

2 coats any colour(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price inclsCloverdale High Performance paint.NO PAYMENT until Job is

completed. Ask us about ourLaminate Flooring.

338 PLUMBING

Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area.1-800-573-2928

377 UPHOLSTERY

ROGER’S UPHOLSTERY, furni-ture, windows, fabric, in-home & on-line estimates. Call 604-860-0939

387 WINDOWS

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

PETS

477 PETS

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

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PETS

477 PETS

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

560 MISC. FOR SALE

CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll-free 1-888-511-2250 or www.canadabenefi t.ca/free-assessmentREFORESTATION NURSERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or land-scaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free Shipping.

Replacement guarantee.1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca

SAWMILLS from only $4,397 - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT

1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

563 MISC. WANTED

Have Unwanted Firearms?Have unwanted or inherited fi rearms in your possession?Don’t know how to dispose of them safely and legally?Contact Wanstalls and we will come and pick them up and pay you fair value for them.Wanstalls has been proudly serving the Lower Mainland fi rearms community since 1973.We are a government licensed fi rearms business with fully certifi ed verifi ers, armorers and appraisers.

Call today to set up anappointment 604-467-9232 Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms

REAL ESTATE

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

New SRI Manufactured homesSingles $74,900. Doubles $94,900.

PARK SPACES AVAILABLEREPOSSESSIONS 1974-2010

www.glenbrookhomes.netChuck 604-830-1960

Trades. Financing. Permits.

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDO

HOPE, 1 & 2 BEDROOM APT., for rent $575 - $650, Park Royal, heat & hot water inc., balcony, covered parking, 55, NP, NS. Best Loc Hope. Ref’s required. Call (604)860-0236 Linda or (604) 825-1444

HOPE, 2 bdrm apt., adult oriented complex, 4 appliances, newly re-no’d, electric heat, N/S, N/P.

(604)869-9402 or 604-869-1432

HOPE, 2 bdrm apt in Hope. Brand new

fl ooring, paint, spotless! Gas f/p, balcony, storage & res. caretaker in adult-oriented quiet and safe building. No

pets, no smoking or loud noise permitted. Refs. required. Avail. now $895 p/m 604-860-4559

HOPE, extra large 1 bdrm apt in newer building in downtown. W/D, A/C, garburator, secure, priv. balco-ny, covered parking, N/S, no party, suit. for mature or seniors. Call 604-860-0448

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS

HOPE, 2 Mobile Home Pads for rent in senior’s community. 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 or (604)860-0652

736 HOMES FOR RENT

HOPE, 1 bdrm duplex, 4 appl, cen-tral location, N/S, small pet OK. $650/mo + util. Call (604)860-5500

HOPE, 1 bdrm furnished or unfur-nished mobile home in a Senior’s Community. We are part of the Crime Free Multi-Housing Program. Call Gale 604-860-3578

HOPE, Large Mobile Home, 14’ wide, 2 bdrm with large patio, in Senior’s community. We are part of the crime free multi-housing pro-gram. Available immediately. Call Gale 604-860-3578

HOPE; New house, 2 bdrms, 2 bath 2 car garage, gated comm. NS/NP, Ref’s. $1200 + utils. 604-782-4239

TRANSPORTATION

812 AUTO SERVICES

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

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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851 TRUCKS & VANS

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES

Abbotsford30255 Cedar Lane

DL# 31038 604-855-0666

2002 TOYOTA COROLLA 4dr, auto, loaded, STK#749. $2,900. 2003 HONDA CIVIC, auto 4 dr sedan loaded STK#666. $4,9002004 ACURA EL 1.7 4dr sedan leather, sunroof, loaded STK#724. $5,900.2007 TOYOTA YARIS, 4 dr, auto, sedan, STK#734 $5,900.2005 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, au-to, loaded. STK#672. $6,900.2009 FORD FOCUS 4dr,sedan loaded, auto STK#687 $6,900.2006 HONDA CRV AWD auto, leather seats, fully loaded. STK#757 $6,900.2004 HONDA CRV. 4dr, fully loaded, auto, Only this week! STK#747. $6,900.2008 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr auto, loaded. STK#691. $7,900.2009 NISSAN ALTIMA 4 dr, sedan, auto, loaded, STK#696 $7,900.2007 PONTIAC TORRENT 4 dr, AWD, fully loaded, only 99K kms. STK#657 $9,900.2011 NISSAN Versa 4dr auto, h/bk, loaded, STK#721 $9,900.2004 ACURA MDX 4dr auto, 7 psgr, loaded, DVD, Navigation STK#254 $10,900.2013 HYUNDAI ACCENT. 4dr auto, fully loaded, Only this week! STK#750. $11,900.2011 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA4 dr, auto, fully loaded. STK#721 $12,900.2012 NISSAN ALTIMA. 4dr, auto, fully loaded, low kms. STK#746. $13,900. 2012 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr, auto, loaded, STK#695. $14,900.2008 CHEV 1500 LT. Crew cab, 4X4, auto, short box, fully loaded. STK#600. $16,900.

33166 South Fraser WayDL# 40083 778-908-5888

2004 MAZDA 3 Auto, 4 dr, Only this wk! STK#673 $4,900.2004 DODGE CARAVAN 7psgr, loaded STK#525 $2,900. 2003 FORD FOCUS 4 dr, au-to, Aircared, STK#545, $2,900.2003 HONDA ODYSSEY 7psg full load, runs good, Aircared STK#530 $3,900.2007 CHEV UPLANDER 7 psg fully loaded. STK#473 $4,500. 2002 FORD F150 crew cab 4X4 auto, fully loaded, short box. STK#686 $5,900.2008 KIA RONDO 4 dr, auto, 7 psgr, leather, runs good, STK#424. $9,900.2009 TOYOTA COROLLA 4 dr sedan, loaded. No trade. STK#504. $10,900.

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~% APR Purchase Financing is available on select 2015/2016 Mazdas. Terms vary by model. Based on a representative agreement using an ollered pricing ol $25,015 lor the new 2016 CX-5 GX (NVXK66AAOO), the cost ol borrowing lor a 48-month term is SO, monthly payment is $521 and totallinance

obligation is $25,015. *lease oilers available on approved credit lor new 2016 Mazda3 G (04GK66AA00)/2016 CX-3 GX (HVXK86AA00)/2016 CX-5 GX (NVXK66AA00) with a lease APR ol2.79%/3.49%/1.69% and bi-weekly payments ol $87/$125/$1371or 60 months, the total lease obligation is $11,367/$17,199/$17,794

including down payment ol S0/$900/$0. $76.77 PPSA and lirst monthly payment due at lease inception. 20,000 km lease allowance per year, if exceeded, additional 8C/km applies. 24,000 km leases available. Offered leasing available to retail customers only. Taxes extra. tStarting from price for 2016

Mazda3 G (04GK66AA00)/2016 CX-5 GX AT AWD (NXXK86AB00)/2016 CX-3 GX AWD (HXXK86AA00) is $16,770/$28,965/$24,715 and includes a cash discount of $500/$1,250/SO. The cash discount applies to the cash purchase only and is deducled from the negotiated pre-tax price and cannot be combined

with subsidized purchase fi nancing or leasing rates. All prices include $25 new tire charge, $100 a/c charge where applicable, freight & PDI of $1,695/$1,895 for Mazda3/CX·3, CX-5. As shown, price for 2016 Mazda3 GT (D4Tl66AA00)/2016 CX-3 GT (HXTK86AA00)/2016 CX-5 GT (NXTLB6AAOO) is

$27,470/$31,315/$37,215. PPSA, licence, insurance, taxes, down payment (or equivalent trade-in) are extra and may be required at the time of purchase. Dealer may sell/lease for less. Dealer order/trade may be necessary on certain vehicles. lease and Finance on approved credit for qualifi ed customers

only. Offers valid January 5 • February I, 2016, while supplies last. Prices and rates subjecl to change without notice. Visit mazda.ca or see your dealer for complete details. ‘To learn more about the Mazda Unlimited Warranty, go to mazdaunlimited.ca. i·Activ AWD feature is not available on Mazda3 models.