Thursday
June
30,
2011
BC Gov't
Gas Hit With Carbon Tax Increase July 1
Low-income rebates cheques boosted to $115
Released by the Government of BC
ritish
Columbia’s Low Income Climate
Action Tax Credit increases
by 10 per cent on July 1 to help low income families and individuals offset
the increasing rate of the revenue-neutral carbon tax, Finance Minister
Kevin Falcon...
Thursday June 30, 2011
On The Road
Keeping One Eye On The Road
Agassiz adds highway cam at Evergreen
Released by the BC Gov't/ Drive BC photo
he
Province is adding 30 new web cameras to its DriveBC network this year to
provide additional real-time coverage of highway conditions, helping
motorists plan safe journeys. This will bring the total of web images
available on...
Thursday June 30, 2011
Community News
A Fiddler's Fancy
With a little help from his friends, Chilliwack musical prodigy attends prestigious Ontario music camp Submitted
raser
Glen Camp #220 of the Sons of Scotland Benevolent Society held their 23rd
Birthday Dinner at Homers Restaurant in
Thursday June 3
0,
2011
Community News
Get Ready To Party This Summer
Party in the Park kicks off July 8 with Chilliwack
Staff/Voice file photo
arty
in the Park organizers, Trevor Macdonald and Jessica (no last name given)
from the Downtown BIA in Chilliwack, were on the Star 98.3 Wednesday talking
with morning show host Scott Riley about Party in the Park coming up on
Fridays throughout July and August at Central Community Park.
Feature Story Monday June 27, 2011
Motor City
9th Annual Village Classic takes over downtown Chilliwack
Craig Hill/Voice photos
hen
the car show comes to Chilliwack it's parking room only.
On Sunday, more than 300 glistening pre-1974 autos lined several blocks downtown for the Village Classic.
See the big photo gallery here
Wednesday June 25, 2011
Lake Errock News
Yours "Mine" Or Ours?
Mother Nature a pork chop vs. a pit bull in Lake Errock aggregate woes
This letter was submitted to Hon. Steve Thompson, BC Minister of Natural Resources
To Whom it Does Concern:
am a full time resident of South Lake Errock and have been actively involved
in observing the ongoing saga involving the people of the Lake Errock...
Wednesday June 25, 2011
Local News
Water Wranglers
Horse drama unfolds Tuesday on the Vedder River
Released by Cst Tracey Wolbeck, RCMP
t
approximately 3:15 PM on June 28, 2011, Chilliwack RCMP received a...
Wednesday June 25,
2011
HST News
Falcon Applauds Opposition
See-saw tilts in government's direction on tax say Liberals
Released by Gov't of BC
inance
minister and deputy premier Kevin Falcon is applauding the decision by the
leaders of the Green Party and the BC Conservatives for taking principled
positions to vote 'No' in the upcoming referendum. This follows the two
independent MLAs supporting the Motion...
Wednesday June 2
5,
2011
Upcoming Event
Canada Day Campout
Learn about the spotted owl habitat in the CRV
Suggested by Susan Federspiel, Pres. CRV Ratepayers from Joe Foy, WWC/Voice file
beautiful forest that has recently been designated as a protected spotted
owl habitat area while at the same time it has been designated as a logging
area. The Vancouver Sun recently published an
article about this issue.
Wednesday June 2
5,
2011
HST News
Top 7 HST Myths
Income tax, seniors, families will all be affected any way you slice it
Released by the FightHST campaign
he
BC Liberal “myths” about the HST just keep piling up. Following is their
latest Top Seven all new and misleading as ever HST Myths:
1. The HST is now 10%
False. The HST is 12% and will not be 10% for three years...
Wednesday June 25, 2011
Community
Barley's Better
Fraser Health recognizes "Those Who Have Gone Above and Beyond
Released by Gov't of BC
arlier
this month, Fraser Health celebrated the outstanding achievements of several
of its remarkable employees, physicians and volunteers at the sixth annual
Above & Beyond Awards at a special Fraser Health staff forum.
Wednesday June 2
5,
2011
On The Road
Tips For Safe Trips
Designated drivers save lives
Released by ICBC
he
Province, police and ICBC kicked off the summer CounterAttack campaign today
with a reminder to plan ahead and choose a designated driver to get home
safely. "The summer CounterAttack campaign is designed to help remind people
to take personal responsibility and think before they drink," said Solicitor
General Shirley Bond.
Tuesday June 28, 2011
City Hall
Medicine Chest of the Soul
Twin Rinks the site for Southside library
Released by Starlee Renton, City of Chwk
he
preliminary proposal for a library on the south side of Chilliwack was
presented to Council for consideration on Tuesday afternoon. The proposal is
the result of months of review of community needs and available resources,
by a working group composed of Chilliwack City...
Tuesday June 2
8,
2011
BIA News
By The Numbers
Car show winners
Released by Cathy Funk, BIA/Voice file photo
e
had 345 vehicles on show with over 10,000 people in attendance.
A big thank you to our sponsors; Hub International Barton Insurance, 89.5 The Hawk, Save-On-Foods, PriceSmart Foods, Cooper’s Foods, Chilliwack Ford, Wally’s Towing & Recovery, O’Connor Dodge Chrysler-Jeep, Mertin Group of Companies...
Monday June 2
7,
2011
HST Comment
When A Tax Isn't A Tax
HST isn't tax says Thompson
Submitted by Glen Thompson, FightHST
he
bottom line is everyone should pay their own taxes, I don't want to pay
someone else's taxes. But worst of all the HST is not a tax.
Tax is money you give the gov't to
pay for things like roads and hospitals. HST gets paid directly to
businesses. A nice...
Monday June 2
7,
2011
Environment News
Pipeline Protests Mount
David Suzuki banned for caring about the US environment
Submitted by Betty Krawczyk, Cumberland BC
avid
Suzuki and other prominent environmentalists are urging Canadians to respond
to their call to protest the Trans Keystone XL Canada Corp. pipeline (BCSEA-NEWS).
We are advised by John Newcomb (here)
that the planned protests will take place in in Washington, D.C. this
summer.
Monday June 27,
2
011
Health News
Jails Not The Answer
FHA and local RCMP tackle mental health at street-level
Released by Roy-Thorpe Dorward, FHA/Voice file photo
raser
Health and Chilliwack RCMP have entered into a formal partnership to respond
more effectively to individuals in mental health and addiction crisis
situations.
Building on an already strong working
relationship in...
Monday June 27, 2011
Community Sports
Belles Bounce Vixens
Good home crowds fail to intimidate visiting Kannibelles
Submitted by Hootie, Valley Vixens
rmed
with cowbells and snacks, the derby fans made enough noise to keep the
energy high as the Reign Valley Vixens, decked out in their new uniforms,
took on the West Kootenay Kannibelles Saturday night.
Sunday June 26,
2011
The Joe Report
Police Blotter
Domestic violence and petty theft occupy major portion of police time
Joe Reporter
A Call For Help
omeone
called the ambulance and police at 2:30 pm about a suicidal female on
Meadowbrook Dr. who had a knife and was covered in blood. There's no other
information available regarding her condition.
Sunday June 26, 2011
Community
Smile of the Week "Fritz"
Chilliwack Safe Haven have cats looking
to adopt owners
Staff/Voice
abby
with white strip up right side of nose. Tail ends abruptly. Black spots on
both white hind legs. White chest and tummy. A friendly and quiet cat. He
goes to Snowflake
for grooming and will cuddle up and sleep with her.
Sunday June
26,
2011
Business News
Popove Leaving BIA
Business group members a passionate lot
Submitted by Cathy Funk, Chilliwack BIA
he
Downtown Chilliwack Business Improvement Association (BIA) held their Annual
General Meeting on Wednesday, June 22 at the Coast Chilliwack Hotel.
Ken Popove, President chaired the meeting with over forty in attendance. Mayor Sharon Gaetz gave greetings from the City of...
Sunday June
26,
2011
Artists Call
Drawing On Creativity
ACES needs a new logo and you can win $100
Submitted by Cynthia Berge, Deroche
CES:
Actively Creating an Exceptional Society is holding a logo design contest!
We are looking for the perfect logo to reflect our non-profit community
organization’s sensibilities.
Artists of all ages are welcome to submit their designs.
Sunday June 26, 2011
Upcoming Event
Energize Your Life
Shape up this
summer while you're having fun with Body By Vi
Submitted by Janice Seymour, Chilliwack
he
Body by Vi Challenge. Come learn about the exciting 90 day health challenge
sweeping Chilliwack. You can trim down, shape up, or completely transform
your body over the next 90 days! You won't be alone... do this with others
in a very supportive group environment.
Saturday June 25, 2011
Community News
Fitness Fun For Funds
A great day for Teen Challenge
Staff/Submitted photo
ach
year on Yarrow Day, Hanne Loewen, owner of Yarrow Fitness Inc., organizes a
Fun Run and the money raised goes to...
Saturday June
25,
2011
HST Comment
Myrtle Moment
Rich Man, Poor Man
Submitted by Myrtle Macdonald
have
decided to vote for a return to the old PST and GST. Many items are taxed
for the first time by HST. Handymen and construction workers will do much
work under the table. It is wrong for government knowingly to stimulate this
breaking of the law. I had renovations done June 2010. When the bills came
in July they were...
Saturday June 25, 2011
Safety
Don't Be a Roadside Memory
If you're traveling this long weekend plan to get home safe
Released by Lennae Drurant, BCAA RSF
ong
holiday weekends over the summer usually see a spike in the consumption of
alcohol and drugs paired with driving. The result is often a serious injury
or death caused by an impaired driver.
Feature Story Friday June 24, 2011
The Song Rema
ins
The Same
HST Referendum vote mail-in pushed ahead to July 22
Craig Hill/Voice photos
hen
their MLA recall bid failed, Chris Delaney and former B.C. Premier Bill
Vander Zalm's resolve became more profound and they somehow managed to ante
up the 700,000 signatures needed to force the government to call a
referendum...
Friday June 24, 2011
Upcoming Event
Vintage Village Fun
City steps back in time for the Village Classic Car Show
Staff/Voice file photo
hilliwack
BIA President Ken Popove was on 98.3 Star Fm's morning show...
Friday June 24, 2011
Community
And Supermom Too!
Iva Hancock named Chilliwack Soroptimist Woman of the Year
Staff/Voice photo
ast
Tuesday, at a regular scheduled council meeting, Chilliwack Mayor Sharon
Gaetz...
Friday June 24, 2011
HST News
Signs of the Times
BCCLA says "draconian removal of citizens' HST signs" an illegal act
Released by BCCLA
he
BCCLA is weighing in on reports that city officials in Vancouver, Maple
Ridge and Chilliwack have been removing citizens' political signs about the
Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) Referendum placed on public...
Thursday June
23,
2011
Crime News
RCMP Cruel To "Be Kind"
Raid on Compassion Club nips medical marijuana dispensary in the bud at Five Corners
Released by RCMP UFVRD
n
June 21, 2011, the Chilliwack RCMP was notified, through a tip that was
received by the City of Chilliwack, of a marihuana Compassion Club known as
“Be Kind Medical...
Thursday June
23,
2011
City Hall
Chilliwack Extends Condolences To Fox Family
Book available at City Hall for public to sign
Released by Starlee Renton, City of Chilliwack
he
City of Chilliwack is deeply saddened by the loss of Betty Fox and offers
heartfelt sympathies to the Fox family during this difficult time.
Betty Fox was a tireless advocate and
a beloved community...
Thursday June 23,
2011
BIA News
Five Minutes Of Funk
57 new businesses pop-up downtown last year
Staff/Voice file photo
hilliwack
BIA
Exec.Dir. Kathy Funk was on 98.3 Star Fm's morning show Wednesday talking
with Scott and Lisa about past, present and future goings in revitalizing
the downtown area.
Star Fm Santa Parade
We've done it for over ten-years...
Thursday June 23, 2
011
Fire Dept News
"Plastic Flowers" Again
Hudson fire caused by cigarette in plant pot
Chilliwack Fire Dept. release/Voice photo
t
10pm last night, firefighters from Chilliwack fire halls 1 and 4 responded
to a fire in a 3-storey townhouse complex in the 46000 block of Hudson Road.
Upon arrival, firefighters found heavy fire and smoke coming from the roof and sides on one of the townhouse units. Firefighters...
Thursday June 23, 2011
Community News
Love Lost, Such A Cost
Walk For Justice stops in Hope on their way to Ottawa to stop the deaths
Submitted by Debbie Bergeron, Hope BC
ebbie
Bergeron was on site at the Hope Campsite on Water Street to welcome and...
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Community News
The Run Must Go On
Abbotsford needs Organizer
Submitted by Brenda Dupperon, Terry Fox Fdn
he
31st Annual Terry Fox Run
is in danger of not taking place this
year in Abbotsford, if a volunteer Run Organizer is not found.
“It would be such a shame for the people
of Abbotsford to miss out on an opportunity to keep Terry’s...
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Community News
Local Vets Forever Heroes
Legion Branch 280 raises $2000 for Alexa's Bus campaign
Released by Lennae Durant, BCAARSF
or
the past month BCAA sales centres around the province have been fundraising
to bring a...
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Eco News
Alevin Sky
650 East Van students create image of baby salmon
Released by Mary Woodbury, FRK
rtist
Daniel Dancer was hoisted on a crane 85 feet in the air to photograph and
film over 650 students and teachers...
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Crime News
A Senseless Act
Random vandalism hits another downtown business
Staff/Voice photo
lassic
European Deli was broken into early Wednesday morning when someone smashed
the glass door of the popular Main St.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Upcoming Event
A Jump Above The Rest
Fusion Cheerleaders look for new members at Open House July 9
Submitted by Fusion Cheerleading
f
you agree that pyramids weren't built in Egypt, then you're invited to
Fusion Cheerleader's Open House for all kids from ages 3-18 on July 9th 2011
at 46420 Brooks Ave in Chilliwack from 11AM to 2PM. Boys are most welcome
too!
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Local News
Have Pipes Will Travel
Chilliwack Fraser Cheam Regional Pipe Band wins back title
Submitted by Chris Peterson
n
June 18th 2011, Fraser Cheam Regional Pipe Band competed at the Royal
Canadian Legion Highland Gathering in Ladysmith. The Royal Canadian Legion
has been organizing a Highland Gathering at various...
Wednesday,
June
22,
2011
Local News
There Really Is A Santa
98.3 Star Fm drops a bundle for parade entertainment this year
Released by Starlee Renton, City of Chilliwack/Voice file photo
he
annual Chilliwack Christmas parade will go on, thanks to local radio
stations STAR 98.3 and FUN Fm. The station has volunteered to partner with
the City of Chilliwack on the yearly event and Chilliwack council
approved...
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Eco News
Water
You Gonna Do T
o
Conserve?
Marty's Grill and 89.5 Hawk Radio dish up pizza to hungry St Mary's students
Released by Starlee Renton, City of Chwk
he
campaign to pull the plug on water waste had some extra help again this year
from Chilliwack students. Students in grades four to six were asked to...
Wednesday, June
22,
2011
HST News
Holding BC Hostage
NDP say "HST not about the HST"
Staff/Voice photo
hen
NDP spinmeister Bill Tieleman says "the HST referendum isn't about tax
policy," he's right. For the NDP, it's about gaining power and rewarding
their union friends with unaffordable pay hikes.
"When Adrian Dix spoke to the BCGEU,
he was clear that the...
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
RCMP News
Family Safe After Late Night Fire
Destroyed townhome may be due to cigarette butt
Released by Chilliwack UFRD RCMP
Cpl Hollingsworth/Voice file photo
n
June 22, 2011, shortly after 10:00 pm, the Chilliwack RCMP were requested by
the Chilliwack Fire Department to attend to a fire at a townhouse...
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Local News
Betty Fox Funeral
Service to be held at Trinity United on Saturday
Released by the Fox Family
Funeral
Service for Mrs. Betty Fox will be held at
1:00 pm, Saturday, June
25th at the Trinity United Church, 2211 Prairie Avenue, Port
Coquitlam, BC.
The service is open to members of the public who may...
Tuesday June 21, 2011
Crime News
Who Started These Fires?
Fire Department asks for public's assistance
Chilliwack Fire Dept. release/Voice photo
t
approximately 11:30pm firefighters responded to a school fire in the 45000
block of Hocking Ave. Firefighters arrived to find a fire on the roof of the
school's gymnasium. Fortunately they managed to access the roof and...
Tuesday Jun
e 21, 2011
Crime News
School Torched
Four arson fires overnight keep emergency crews hopping
RCMP release/Voice photos
n
June 20, 2011, at 11:30 pm, the Chilliwack RCMP were dispatched to assist
Fire Services with a fire on the roof of AD Rundle Middle School located at
45660 Hocking Avenue. It appeared that someone placed a...
Feature Story Monday June 20, 2011
Broken Windows, Shattered Dreams
Senseless vandalism hits local business hard
Craig Hill/Voice photos
iva!
Boutique store owner, Michelle Cooper and her husband Nick, are
exasperated...
Monday June 20,
2011
Community Sports
Lets Roll!
Vixens hold open house in Abby
Submitted by Michelle "Hella Waits" Cooper
he
Reign Valley Vixens held their first Open House of the season on Sunday,
welcoming men, women and children who all had some form of interest in
roller derby.
"It was great to see all levels of skating ability and people who were interested in other aspects of our league, like volunteering, reffing...
Monday June 20,
2011
Music Seen
"Found A Way Home"
Ranj Singh and the Discriminators CD Release Party June 25
Staff/Voice photos
ast
year Ranj Singh and the Discriminators destroyed the stage at Party in the
Park. This year they're playing the Central Community Park once again and fans are in for a
treat with tracks off their new CD Found A Way Home.
Monday June 20, 2011
Local News
The Taxman Cometh
Chilliwack Home Inspection business owner faces large fine over tax evasion
Released by Canada Revenue Agency
he
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) announced today that on June 16, 2011,
Chilliwack resident, Reginald Gienger, pleaded guilty to three counts of tax
evasion in Robson Square Provincial Court. He was fined $49,216 and given...
Feature Story Sunday June 19, 2011
Reel
Experts
On the fly, spoon or with live bait, when it comes to catching pike it's all about technique at Greg Clark Memorial Derby
Chris Gadsden story and photos
bout
900 avid anglers braved a very soggy and wet Saturday at Cultus Lake angling
for Northern Pike Minnow at the Greg Clark Memorial Family Fishing Derby.
Sunday June 19, 2011
City Hall
Law & Promise
City Hall honours local scouts
Staff/Voice photo
cout
Patrol leaders George Epp and Kevin Slingerland were joined by their troop
of Timothy Christian Rosedale...
Sunday Ju
ne 19,
2011
City Hall
Freshet Update
City council gets explanation about what's going on outside the dykes
Staff/Voice file photo
ara
Friesen, Assistant Manager of Environmental Services for the City of
Chilliwack Engineering Department presented council with an explanation of
exactly what is happening at Carey Point. The following is her report at the
last meeting.
Saturday June 18, 2011
City Hall
Talk City
City Hall plans big social media splash in Facebook, Twitter and YouTube
Staff/Voice
n
March, Chilliwack City Council decided to take the plunge into the world of
social media and the plan was outlined in the June 7 agenda.
The City indicates that they're well aware of the power of online social interaction and have...
Saturday June
18,
2011
City Hall
School's Out
City staffer Friesen recognized for hard work and devotion at UVic
Staff/Voice
ayor
Sharon Gaetz recognized Tara Friesen, Assistant Manager of Environmental
Services for the City of Chilliwack Engineering Department, at the last
council meeting June 7, for successfully completing the...
Saturday, June
18,
2011
Your Voice
Myrtle Moment
The rush to stamp out the middle class
Submitted by Myrtle Macdonald, Chilliwack
listened
to the Vanderzam in Chilliwack video, but that's past history. The real
question is what to do now. No use crying over spilt milk, that the media
and ruling party let us down for many months after many signatures were
gathered. The months of delay before the referendum have made...
Saturday, June 18, 2011
City Hall News
Bike To Work Winner
Student wins bicycle
Submitted by Starlee Renton, Chwk City Hall
hilliwack
Middle School student, Evelyn Appleton is the winner of the Bike to Work
raffle for the City of Chilliwack's annual challenge. The 15 year old
usually walks the thirty minutes to and from school, but can now ride a
'Giant Sedona' bike, courtesy of Pedal...
Friday, June 17, 2011
BC Gov't News
Yale & Boston Bar Soon To Be Plugged-In
Provincial government announces almost $100k for broadband service expansion
Submitted by Marc Wang, BC Gov't/Voice file
he
towns of Boston Bar and Yale will share $94,200 to expand their Internet
services. The money is part of the Province's $2.34 million funding infusion
to...
Friday, June 17, 2011
Harrison Festival
Art For Art's Sake
Harrison Festival of the Arts
Released by Ed Stenson, Harrison Fest. Soc.
he
33rd annual Harrison Festival of the Arts is fast approaching. This year's
Festival runs July 9 to July 17 with an opening night concert Friday, July
8. The spectacular natural setting and intimate small town atmosphere make
the Festival a unique summer event. Add to this the high caliber of the
musicians and artists that make up the Festival program and you have a not
to be missed experience.
Friday, June 17, 2011
UFV News
A Measure
Of Success
UFV grads celebrate convocation in Abbotsford
Submitted by Anne Russell, UFV
onvocation
just keeps getting bigger at the University of the Fraser Valley.
This year, the university awarded
more than 2,100 credentials to 1,944 individuals (some earn more than one
credential) as it held its...
Friday, June 17, 2011
Local News
Betty Fox Passes On
Fox family says she died Friday morning
Released by the Fox Family
t
is with considerable sadness that we share that our wife, mother and
grandmother died at 8:25am (PT) this morning. Betty/Mom passed away
peacefully surrounded by love. Betty was comfortable the last...
Friday, June 17, 2011
Real Estate
May Home Sales Stable
CADREB reports home sales still below last year's levels
Submitted by Steve Lerigney, CADREB
he
number of homes sold via the MLSR System of the Chilliwack and District Real
Estate Board was largely stable from April to May 2011, but remained below
levels reported last year.
Residential sales totalled 198 units
in May, a decline of 20 per cent from the same month in 2010.
Friday, June 17, 2011
Father's Day Ideas
Gone Fishin'
No licence needed in BC lakes and non-tidal rivers this weekend June 17-19
Released by the BC Gov't/Voice file photo
hether
you’re a parent looking to try something new with the kids or an experienced
angler passing on your skills, families can cast a line into B.C.’s
freshwater lakes and streams this Father’s Day weekend for free.
Friday, June 17, 2011
Upcoming Event
The Blues Is Back
Weekend music festival July 29-31 keeps on getting better
Submitted by Kevin Pentland,
his
is the 9th summer of one of the most uplifting and family events “Back to
the Blues” Gospel Blues Festival, that takes place in Chilliwack, at the
Thresherman’s Heritage Village.
People come from both around the province and out of our...
Friday, June 17, 2011
Local News
Distracted Driver
A day without chocolate is a day without sunshine
Staff/Voice
mergency
responders attended this accident on Main Street in Chilliwack and
thankfully there were no serious injuries in the
fender-bender early Thursday evening.
Friday, June 17, 2011
HST News
Bad Business
"Vote For Christy" rebate cheques are a vote-buying scheme
Submitted by Andrea Smith, Cumminsforbc.ca
ohn
Cummins, leader designate of the BC Conservatives, responded to Liberal
Finance Minister Kevin Falcon’s adjustments to the HST today.
“The Premier’s ‘fix’ for the HST is a mishandled failure and bad for business,” stated...
Feature Story
Thursday
June 16, 2011
Open House Brings Out The Best In Community
Rink shows it has more uses than just hockey
Craig Hill/Voice photos
ropsera
Centre held an Open House last Saturday and had a good turnout. Outside
there was live music, kiosks and a line of very expensive Ferrari's.
Inside the arena, Abbotsford's roller derby team, the Reign Valley Vixens were joined by local...
Thursday, June 16, 2011
BC Gov't
Violent In Vancouver
Solicitor General Shirley Bond talks about the post-game problems
Released by the BC Gov't
inister
of Public Safety and Solicitor General Shirley Bond issued the following
statement on the crowd response to game seven of the Stanley Cup final in
Vancouver:
“While most people who took part in the festivities tonight were...
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Entertainment
Do You Believe In Capitol Punishment?
WWE delivers it live & in hi-def from DC at Galaxy Theatre June 19
Submitted by Sara Marshall, Cineplex
boyhood dream to capture the World Title has now transformed into a
destructive...
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Environmental News
Pitching Plastic Pots
Minter's accepting plant pots June 25 to July 4 for national recycling program
Submitted by Renata Triveri, CNLA
inter
Country Garden Store is offering local gardeners more options when it comes
to responsibly disposing of garden pots and trays. The Chilliwack business
is one of 40 Canadian Nursery Landscape...
Wednesday, June 15
,
2011
Healthy Living
Hey Sol Sistere
Celebration of the sun on the solstice
Submitted by Sorcha Kincaid, Wiccan High Priestess, Chilliwack
or
most people the 21st of June is just another day on the calendar.
For some, though, it's much more. It is the day of the Summer Solstice, when
the tilt of the earth's axis is most inclined towards the sun. It is the
mark of the beginning of Summer, the longest day of the year, and the point
at which the days will start...
Wednesday, June 1
5, 2011
Upcoming Event
Back to Nature
FV Conservancy has new property to clean up June 16 & 17 in the CRV
Submitted by Steve Clegg, FVC
e
have recently acquired a property that is in need of some ecological
restoration in the Chilliwack River Valley.
A landslide in 2009 plugged Ryder Creek, caused localized flooding, and
destroyed the house. We now need to clean up all the sheds, debris etc
before we can re-plant...
Wednesday,
June 1
5, 2011
Holistic Health
Shamanic Journey
World famous Howells in Chilliwack June 24 for a three-hour spiritual tour
Submitted by Amethyst Books on Young Rd
oin
us for a Shamanic Journey Night with Leonard & Angelaya Howell as they bring
us gifts of spiritual knowledge and empowerment. Leonard will lead us into
the Journey with the sweet sounds of flute and the beat of drums. Angelaya,
with her guides Laughing Raven and Rose Eagle, brings the language of light
and...
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Entertainment
Dark of
The Moon
Tickets for June 28 midnight screening in 3D on sale today at Galaxy
Released by Sara Marshall, Cineplex
he
war on Cybertron between the Autobots and Decepticons appears lost. The
leader of the Autobots, Sentinel Prime, attempts to launch the Ark from
their planet, with technology that could have saved his kind.
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
BCAA News
That Signpost Up Ahead – You're Entering The Cone Zone
Horrific stats back up call for drivers to watch for workers
Released by Lennea Durant, BCAA RSF
very
day thousands of workers in British Columbia work in...
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
ICBC News
Getting Through
Grad
Parenting tips to connect with kids about drinking and driving
Released by ICBC
s
young people are now busy getting ready to celebrate a very important
milestone in their lives – high school graduation, ICBC is reminding parents
they can help their graduates celebrate safely by making sure they plan
ahead and make smart decisions.
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Local News
If You Like To Hike
Cpl Tammy Hollingsworth's travel tips for a safe trip
Submitted by Chilliwack UFRD RCMP
Cpl Hollingsworth/Voice file photo
iking
is a great form of exercise and can be a great outdoor event for friends and
family. Recently in the Upper Fraser Valley Regional Detachment area, there
have been many reports of hikers being lost or injured.
Tuesday June 14, 2011
Upcoming Event
Singing For Better
Health
Yoga under the trees at Garrison Crossing June 18
Submitted by Reisa Stone
eisa
Stone is a professional singer and voice teacher from Vancouver who's fallen
in love with Chilliwack, and is bringing you something new called "Singers
Yoga."
Experience your body as a musical instrument! Very simple stretches accompanied by long...
Tuesday June 14, 2011
UFV News
More Than Just Campus Radio
107.1 CiVL wins Community Development award
Submitted by Aaron Levy, CiVL
uring
the week of June 6-10th, University of the Fraser Valley's Campus and
Community Radio Society, CIVL 101.7 FM, was thrilled to send three delegates
to the 2011 National Community and Campus Radio Conference hosted by CKDU
88.1 FM in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Tuesday June 1
4, 2011
Upcoming Event
Mindfulness Meditation
Po Lam offers
1-day course open to the community June 26
Submitted by KS, Po Lam, Chilliwack
oin
us for this 1-day course and learn how to train and nourish our minds to
cultivate and develop awareness and tranquility, benefitting oneself, our
families and our community. Simple vegetarian lunch will be provided. Course
fee is by donation. Sunday June 26 – 9:00am to 4:00pm
Visit www.polam.ca for details or call 604-376-3387.
Tuesday June 14,
2011
HST News
Reckless Opposition
NDP would raise income and corporate taxes
Released by Ryan Schott, BC Liberal Caucus/Voice file photo
drian
Dix and the BC NDP have an uncomfortable record on taxes – they raise them,
then raise them some more and always oppose tax relief.
Since being returned to opposition
after making British Columbia a have-not province...
Tuesday June
14,
2011
Just A Thought
Myrtle Moment
The bigger picture – solar cells and flying cars
Submitted by Myrtle Macdonald
t's
wonderful. Today at a dollar store I saw a box of solar flashlights. They
looked like a stone, a bit bigger than an egg, had a full size flashlight
shade and bulb inserted on one side and a solar panel on the other. I hope
alternate energy will be promoted exponentially. The big oil and automobile
multinationals buy out...
Tuesday Jun
e
14, 2011
Upcoming Event
Classic Women & Collector Cars
Downtown Chilliwack car show June 26
Submitted by
Kim Mallory
n
Sunday, June 26th, 2011, huge crowds of families and car lovers will come to
the Village Classic Car Show to enjoy the sights and sounds of vintage
classic automobiles, fun activities and entertainment!
Monday Jun
e
13, 2011
Arts Community
Helping Hands
Volunteers key to Arts and Cultural Centre successes
Submitted by KellyAnne TeBrinke, CACC
atrons
of the Chilliwack Cultural Centre have attended live entertainment for
almost a year now and on every occasion, a volunteer has welcomed them,
served beverages, assisted with their coats, and ushered them to their
seats. With the 2010/11 season completed for the...
Monday June
13, 2011
Environment
Sex, Lies and Salmonoids
Farms putting GM Frankenfish into the food chain
Submitted by Betty Krawczyk, Cumberland BC
hen
it is a B.C. genetically modified salmon. No such thing? Oh, but there is,
and has been, for some time.
In fact, I first heard of genetically modified fish fifteen years ago when I was living in Clayoquot Sound, on down from a fish farm. A young female worker at the fish farm told me one day that she was...
Monday June 13, 2011
Health News
Mothers Know Best
CGH offers the 'best food for babies' through pilot donor breast milk dispensary program
Release and photo submitted by Ryan Thorpe-Dorward, FHA
hen
baby Luresa was born at the Chilliwack General Hospital (CGH) in May, it
soon became evident that she needed supplementation to help her through a
critical time when her mother's own milk was slow to come in.
Monday June 13, 2011
Local News
If The Canucks Win...
Mounties expect hoopla to end at midnight and ask drivers to watch for pedestrians celebrating on roads
Submitted by Cpl Hollingsworth at request of the Voice/RCMP handout file
hould
the Canucks win tonight it's to be expected that there will be people
driving about & honking horns in celebration. It's understandable that this
will be disruptive to some who may not...
Monday June 13, 2011
UFV Health News
The FAST Club
Kinesiology Dept builds self esteem with tailored programs for FASD kids
Staff/Voice
laying
in a gym after school or hanging around playing video games may sound like
fun, but they are also part of a University of the Fraser Valley research
project focused on kids with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder.
Feature Story Saturday June 11, 2011
Signs, Signs,
Everywhere There's
Signs – Almost
Fight HST group finds out the hard way about the permit system after city crews pull their signs
Craig Hill/Voice photos
ave
you seen any of those little blue Fight HST signs in Chilliwack lately?
Probably not since City crews took them down earlier this week almost as
fast as they were plunked in and that had local HST opponents crying
foul...
Saturday June 11, 2011
Arts Community
Friends and Mules
Local Rosedale artist Coutts has painted for 30-years
Staff/Voice
here
is an old Sicilian proverb that goes something like; Horses should be bays,
jackasses should be greys, and mules should be blackish. But Melvin is red.
Saturday June 11, 2011
Community
Let Me Be Your
Safe
Harbour
Chilliwack Safe Haven have cats looking to adopt owners
Staff/Voice
Adult - Grey and Orange Tabby - (NM) (DMH)
Tabby with white strip up right side of nose. Tail ends abruptly. Black
spots on both white hind legs. White chest and tummy. A friendly and quiet
cat. He goes to
Snowflake for grooming and will cuddle up and sleep with her. Young
adult. Requires regular grooming. Must be adopted with
Jenkins.
Saturday June 1
1, 2011
Business
Coffee With Caruth
Business on the Green June 16
Staff Report
isa
Caruth, is Executive Director of the Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce and she
was on 98.3 Star Fm last Thursday talking with host Lisa Stevens
regarding what's happening with the Chamber lately. The following are the highlights from their conversation.
Saturday June 11, 2011
Upcoming Event
Pikes Are Tagged!
Greg Clark Memorial Derby set for June 18 at Cultus Lake
Submitted by Chris Gadsen
he
tagging of pike minnows took place the last couple of weeks in advance of
the June 18th derby.
Friday June 10, 2011
The Yes Side
PST/GST
Saves $2 Billion
Liberals won't guarantee a fixed HST rate
Released by Adrian Dix, NDP Leader
inance
Minister Kevin Falcon's ever-shifting line on the HST is a telling example
of why British Columbians don't trust the B.C. Liberals, say the New
Democrats.
Falcon refused to give a straight answer Wednesday morning when asked by a...
Friday June 10, 2011
UFV News
Fast-Tracked To
Hort
UFV grad Alicia Powel earns certificate in 10-months
Submitted by Anne Russell, UFV
o
borrow from the popular "Ghostbusters" theme, if you're a farmer and you
want to know what pests are eating your crops, "who ya gonna call?"
UFV's Alicia Powell of Chilliwack should be the top person on your go-to
list. Powell, 20, is...
Friday June 10, 2011
The No Side
Dix
Dodgy On PST
Liberals say NDP leader won't answer these 6 questions
Submitted by Ryan Stott, Gov't of BC
s
he campaigns to have British Columbians pay a 12 per cent GST and PST
instead of a 10 per cent HST, BC NDP leader Adrian Dix is refusing to answer
questions on his reckless plan.
1) Why won't he commit to restoring all previous PST exemptions?
Friday June 10, 2011
Stó:lō News
The Right Stuff
Stó:lō welcome interim NP
Staff/Submitted photo
ana
Jones is now on maternity leave and Stó:lō Nation Health Service and Fraser
Health have hired Colleen Isaiah NP.
Originally from Quesnel, Isaiah moved to the Lower Mainland with her family from Fort St. James. She has been an NP since graduating from the UBC nursing program in 1997.
Friday June
10
, 2011
Community
"Please Don't Forget Me"
Hope Transition House honours Bergeron for inspiring songs
Submitted by D. Bergeron/Voice file photo
ountry
songwriter/recording artist Debbie Bergeron was recently recognized and
honored at the Hope & Area Transition Society for her contributions to bring
awareness to women's abuse.
Debbie added her voice to the cause
with her debut album...
Friday June 10, 2011
Upcoming Event
CAV Memorial Ride For The Fallen
Sapper Memorial Ceremony 2:30 pm Saturday
Staff/Voice file photo
hawn
Boyd and Barry Drews from the 3rd CAV Ubique (Canadian Army Veterans...
Thursday Jun
e 9, 2011
Stó:lō News
A Mighty Warrior
Eddie Gardner retires after 17-years with Stó:lō
Released by Stó:lō Nation
he
year 2011 marked Eddie Gardner's seventeenth year of service for Stó:lō
Nation, and also marked the start of his retirement. Eddie has been an
integral part of Stó:lō Nation Health Services and has provided many
opportunities for community members to take an active part in their culture.
Thursday June 9,
2011
Summer Fashion
What Style Are You?
The latest in enhanced swimwear fashion designed for every shape
Released by Swimco
hile
photoshopped models in Summer issues of fashion magazines make all lycra
look stunning, real women are often left wondering how to wear the latest
swimwear trends in a figure-flattering way. Since most of us are more likely
to be chasing kids down the...
Thursday June 9, 2011
Community
Can You Sponsor
Hope?
Regimental Dance to raise money for cancer research
Submitted by RCMP UFVRD/File photo
he
Upper Fraser Valley Regional Detachment is hosting a RCMP Regimental Ball on
October 22, 2011. At the Ball there will be a silent auction to raise money
for the Cops for Cancer Tour de Valley.
Thursday J
une 9, 2011
UFV News
UFV Honours MacIvor
Aboriginal Science teacher to receive doctorate
Released by Anne Russell, UFV
adeleine
MacIvor isn’t a scientist, and in fact only got a middling grade in high
school biology. She has, however, contributed to a change in the way that
school science is perceived, and challenged the notion that there is one
ultimate, omniscient approach to science education...
Thursday J
une 9, 2011
Strike News
Reduced Mail Volumes Cause Postie Layoffs
Canada Post works around rotating strikes to get mail out
Released by Canada Post
ue
to a significant drop in mail volume Canada Post is forced to immediately
reduce costs by making adjustments to delivery schedules. With rotating
strikes continuing across the country, Canada Post must act now to avoid
significant losses that will harm the company's financial...
Thursday June 9, 2011
Local News
City Hall Meets
With Residents
Property owners affected by Carey Point erosion invited tonight
Submitted by Ryan Shotton, BC Government
he
City of Chilliwack is inviting property owners affected by erosion and
flooding at Carey Point (about seventeen properties) to a town hall meeting
scheduled for Thursday, June 9. Issues being discussed include:
Thursday
June 9, 2011
HST Vote
Dix Fudges On NDP PST Scheme
Keep the GST/PST at 12% or bring in the HST at 10%
Submitted by Ryan Shotton, BC Government
DP
leader Adrian Dix is already fudging his position on the Provincial Sales
Tax, highlighting the NDP's shifty approach to tax policy.
"All session long we heard Dix insist
if the HST is voted down in the upcoming referendum, the PST should be
reinstated with all the...
Thursday June 9, 2011
Community Sports
Rollin' With The Punches
Women's Roller Derby Open House At Prospera June 11
Submitted by Hootie, Reign Valley Vixens
hat
is Women's Flat Track Roller Derby all about?
Wednesday June 8, 2011
Community Sports
Feeling The Power
8th Annual Fraser Valley Dragon Boat "Challenge Cup"
Submitted by Kathy Preuss, FVDBA
our
teams accepted the challenge and entered the 8th Annual Fraser Valley Dragon
Boat Clubs Challenge. With a maximum of four practices these brave new
paddlers took to the water this past Sunday on Harrison Lake to show their
community and company spirit.
Wednesday June 8, 2011
Federal Politics
Mayors Tell Harper Gov't "Lets Get to Work"
Feds rely on cities to partner with in order to deliver on campaign promises
Submitted by Janine Bandcroft, Victoria Street Newz
ALIFAX
- As Parliament prepares for tomorrow's Speech from the Throne, Canada's Big
City Mayors gathered today in Halifax with a clear message for the new
majority government:
Wednesday Ju
ne
8, 2011
Kids Stuff
Science Rocks In Chilliwack
There's still room for more
Released by Cineplex
till
room in UFV Science Rocks summer camps
If you're a parent looking for a way to prevent the chorus of 'I'm
borrrrrrred' in your house this coming summer, consider inspiring your child
with an immersion into the world of science at the University of the Fraser
Valley.
Wednesday Ju
ne
8, 2011
Entertainment
Company's Coming
Live from NYC at Galaxy Theatres June 15
Released by Cineplex
ineplex
Entertainment via our Front Row Centre Events and Screenvision are
pleased to announce Stephen Sondheim's Company will be presented in
high-definition at participating theatres on Wednesday, June 15, at 7 p.m.
local time. A special encore presentation will be offered Saturday, July 9,
at 1 p.m.
Wednesday June 8, 2011
Community
A Growing Concern
Gwynne Vaughan Park draws hundreds of green thumbs
Staff/Voice
undreds
of people flocked to the annual Gwynne Vaughan Park Society plant sale
Saturday hoping to pick up on some green...
Wednesday June 8, 2011
Local News
SUV Crash At Vedder Claims Two
Vehicle ended up submerged in canal
Staff/Voice photo
wo
people died after their vehicle left Hwy 1 at the Vedder Canal early
Wednesday.
Feature Story Tuesday June 7, 2011
No More
"Toughest Guy Wins"
Yale First Nations say they're ready to talk sense, not violence
Craig Hill/Submitted photo
chasm as deep as the Fraser Canyon that has been an open wound for millennia between Yale First Nations and Stó:lō First Nations over traditional fishing grounds, just got a little more vast thanks to Christy Clark's Liberal government.
City Hall News Tuesday June 7, 2011
Freshet Informa
tion
City Hall issues flood protection update
Released by Starlee Renton, City of Chilliwack/Voice photo
his
afternoon, Chilliwack's Manager of Flood Protection Infrastructure gave a
presentation to council regarding the Fraser River bank erosion and
flooding. For your information, I've put together a summary of the
presentation. We plan to have the presentation available on our website soon.
City Hall News Tuesday June 7, 2011
Sandbaggers
Wanted
Can you help?
Released by Starlee Renton, City of Chilliwack
he
City of Chilliwack Emergency Program is calling for volunteers to help with
sandbagging efforts. If you can help, please call 604-792-8713
between 8:30 to 4:30 pm today, Tues June 7 and Wed June 8. The efforts are
focused on protecting affected homes outside the dyke system. While there is
an immediate need for this work on Wednesday, there may be other
opportunities to help those in need as the Fraser freshet season continues.
Feature Story Monday June 6, 2011
Classic Canadiana
Yarrow Days parade and community festival a slice of West Coast life
Craig Hill/Voice photos
arrow always looks great when it's decked-out and town folk there really know how to throw a party. Time slows down to parade pace each year when...
Mon
day June
6,
2011
Community
The Art of Watching Hockey
Chilliwack fans love the game and each other's company
Staff/Voice
hy
sit alone, or with just a couple of people when can really get the feel of
the game. It's better than the real thing, and a lot cheaper, on the City's
big 11' x 17' screen.
Next game: tonight 5 pm in the lot next to Ex Park behind Prospera Centre.
Sunday June 5,
2011
Opinion
There's Art & Then There's Canned Art
Chilliwack Fair logo design falls flat and needs more work
Craig Hill/Voice
oday
I had a chance to read the review regarding the Chilliwack Exhibition logo
re-working and name change.
The word "Exhibition" was dropped for "Fair". I would agree that the word exhibition is kind of "cumbersome" and dry, so that...
Saturday June 4, 2011
Upcoming Event
You Get A Line, I'll Get A Pole
Greg Clark Fishing Derby June 18 at Cultus Lake Staff/Voice file
he
Greg Clark Memorial Family Fishing Derby is sanctioned by the BC Family...
Friday June 3, 2011
City Seen
A Eureka Moment
Stunts and explosions the norm when TV show film crews hit Chilliwack streets
Staff/Voice photos
EP
Productions was in town filming Eureka. Crews shot scenes on Wellington
with...
Friday June 3, 2011
Local News
Betty Fox
Seriously Ill
She is at a Chilliwack Hospice
Released the Fox family
e
wish to share that our wife and mother, Mrs. Betty Fox, is seriously ill.
Media reports today that she has cancer are incorrect. To respect her
privacy, no other details will be provided.
Friday Jun
e
3,
2011
Entertainment
Brahms Afternoon
LA Philharmonic live with John Lithgow in HD at Galaxy Theatres Sun, June 5
Released Cineplex
ineplex
Entertainment, via our Front Row Centre Events is pleased to announce the
final transmission of LA Phil Live will take place on Sunday, June 5, 2011
at 2:00 p.m. PST. Live via satellite from the iconic Walt Disney Concert
Hall in Los...
Friday June 3,
2011
HST News
Forum To Inform
Empower yourself about the tax before you vote in the referendum tonight
Released by UFV, CTV graphic
ake
an informed vote. UFV is hosting a public forum tonight, 7:30 pm, 33844 King
Road, Abbotsford at the B101 Lecture Theatre. The yes and no sides will
present their views in a public meeting format. The goal is to generate informed discussion before the vote. UFV has
selected independent reps to moderate the forums in a non-partisan way.
Feature Story Thursday June 2, 2011
In No-Man's Land
Ballam Road residents okay for now, but fickle weather leaves future uncertain
Craig Hill/Voice photos
n
Sunday, the Fraser River crept over it's banks at Ballam Rd. and by early
Monday it had swallowed up everything in it's path, threatening three homes
and swamping outbuildings...
Thursday June 2,
2011
Gov't News
Seeking Balance In Ottawa
Les wants US-style elections for BC senators
Released by office of MLA John Les/Voice file photo
hilliwack
MLA John Les introduced a Private Member's Bill to the Legislature today.
The proposed Senate Nominee Election Act would provide a legal framework for
electing Senatorial nominees to represent B.C. in the Senate...
Thursday June
2,
2011
Federal Politics
Harper's State Of Church And Politics
The government doesn't appoint bishops or vice versa
Submitted by Betty Krawczyk, Cumberland BC
UDGES
SHOULD BE ELECTED BY THE PEOPLE, not appointed by Christian Fundamentalist
Prime Ministers. Judges should have to run for office like every other
politician, because in a...
Thursday June 2, 2011
Community
Big Screen A Blast
Canucks games are community hockey nights in Chilliwack
Staff/Voice photos
hilliwack
hockey fans got a break in the weather Thursday evening for the game one of
the Stanley Cup Final. Canucks...
Thursday Jun
e
2, 2011
Health Alert
Bad
Medicine
Fraser Health issues heroin alert after increase in deaths the past several months
Released by FHA
raser
Health is warning intravenous drug users that a potentially fatal grade of
heroin sold on the streets in recent months has been responsible for a spike
in recent heroin-related overdose deaths.
Preliminary results from the Chief
Coroner's Office report a...
Feature Story Monday June 1, 2011
Running Dow
n
Disease
Ride To Live raises spirits, awareness and cash for the cause
Craig Hill/Voice photos
n
Sunday, the 2nd Annual Ride to Live for prostrate cancer left Eagle Landing
Walmart heading to Cloverdale where they rendezvoused for a barbeque lunch with
hundreds of others riders who left from Trev Deeley's in Vancouver.
Chilliwack News - June 2011
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