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Long-time student Alberta Rafferty (left) and Elder College coordinator Sharon Blaker visit 'E' building of the UFV North Campus (45635 Yale Rd.)

Starting the new year with a commitment to learning

Long-time student Alberta Rafferty shares some of her favourite Elder College memories. Spring course registration take place on Jan. 19.

Long-time student Alberta Rafferty (left) and Elder College coordinator Sharon Blaker visit 'E' building of the UFV North Campus (45635 Yale Rd.)
Drenching rain

Fire and rain can’t spoil Christmas parade

The Christmas Parade was faced with drenching rain and a deliberate act of vandalism, but community spirit thrived. Winners announced.

Drenching rain
A Celebration of Christmas on Dec. 19 will bring together the Chilliwack Metropolitan Orchestra

A musical celebration of Christmas

Dec. 19 Celebration of Christmas brings together the Chilliwack Metropolitan Orchestra, vocalist Crystal Hicks and Crucible Dance Ministry.

A Celebration of Christmas on Dec. 19 will bring together the Chilliwack Metropolitan Orchestra
Chilliwack pet store owner Brent Poulton with his dog Jenny model a set of matching ugly Christmas sweaters. The 'Funky Tails' sweaters have become a national sensation this season.

Matching ugly sweaters for you and your dog

Jenny's Pet Food owner Brent Poulton discusses his ugly Christmas sweaters for dogs that have become a national sensation this season.

Chilliwack pet store owner Brent Poulton with his dog Jenny model a set of matching ugly Christmas sweaters. The 'Funky Tails' sweaters have become a national sensation this season.
Soar over to G.W. Graham theatre on Thursday Dec. 10 for the 'Frequent Flyers' paragliding instalment of the Mt. Waddington's Outdoors film series.

Paragliding film takes off

Soar over to G.W. Graham theatre on Thursday for the final 2015 film series instalment, Frequent Flyers.

Soar over to G.W. Graham theatre on Thursday Dec. 10 for the 'Frequent Flyers' paragliding instalment of the Mt. Waddington's Outdoors film series.
Jennifer Forbes (with stapler) of Heritage Chiropractic

Christmas parade ready to hit the streets

The annual Rotary Christmas Parade takes over downtown Chilliwack on Saturday Dec. 5, beginning at 5:30 p.m.

Jennifer Forbes (with stapler) of Heritage Chiropractic
Bundle up and enjoy live entertainment

Christmas comes to Cultus Lake

Bundle up and enjoy live entertainment, beautiful light displays, a Christmas market and more at Cultus Lake Christmas Dec. 4, 5, and 6.

Bundle up and enjoy live entertainment
Students at Bernard Elementary School had the opportunity to try wheelchair basketball on Monday

Students gain paralympian perspective

Students at Bernard Elementary tried wheelchair basketball on Monday to learn about inclusive sports and how to overcome obstacles.

Students at Bernard Elementary School had the opportunity to try wheelchair basketball on Monday
Chilliwack Community Services coordinator Sheena Sedman works with volunteers to fill hundreds of holiday hampers for the annual Christmas Sharing Program.

Elves already at work with Christmas Sharing Program

Chilliwack Community Services volunteers are collecting gift donations to fill hundreds of holiday hampers for the annual sharing program.

Chilliwack Community Services coordinator Sheena Sedman works with volunteers to fill hundreds of holiday hampers for the annual Christmas Sharing Program.
The Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra and Chorus upholds a classic Christmas tradition by performing Handel's Messiah Dec. 12 and 13.

Messiah: A seasonal celebration

The Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra and Chorus upholds a classic Christmas tradition by performing Handel's Messiah Dec. 12 and 13.

The Chilliwack Symphony Orchestra and Chorus upholds a classic Christmas tradition by performing Handel's Messiah Dec. 12 and 13.
After Elizabeth Daley (left) received a kidney from her sister Margaret Reveley

Sisters work to heighten kidney support

A personal journey prompts sisters to start Chilliwack chapter of the Kidney Foundation.

After Elizabeth Daley (left) received a kidney from her sister Margaret Reveley
JIBC students collaborated with seasoned first responders to simulate emergency response procedures at Canada Education Park in Chilliwack Thursday morning.

VIDEO: Simulation tests emergency readiness

Students and professionals from Chilliwack public safety agencies collaborated to simulate emergency response procedures on Thursday.

JIBC students collaborated with seasoned first responders to simulate emergency response procedures at Canada Education Park in Chilliwack Thursday morning.
Sardis Secondary students Jett Higginbottom (left - playing Aladdin)

Sardis Secondary conjures up Aladdin

Sardis Secondary presents their 2015 musical Aladdin, with performances December 1 to 5 at the school theatre.

Sardis Secondary students Jett Higginbottom (left - playing Aladdin)
Artist Huey Billy recently decided to open 5ive Corners Art Gallery to bring local artwork to the forefront of the community.

5ive Corners Art Gallery

Artist Huey Billy recently opened 5ive Corners Art Gallery to bring more local artwork to the forefront of the community.

Artist Huey Billy recently decided to open 5ive Corners Art Gallery to bring local artwork to the forefront of the community.
The Chilliwack Giants are hosting the first annual Fill the Field fundraiser to support the Chilliwack Salvation Army food bank.

Join the Giants to ‘Fill the Field’ on Sunday

The Chilliwack Giants are hosting the first annual Fill the Field fundraiser to support the Salvation Army food bank.

The Chilliwack Giants are hosting the first annual Fill the Field fundraiser to support the Chilliwack Salvation Army food bank.
Mark David Williams (left)

Tenore concert captures spirit of giving

Award-winning vocal group Tenore performs Dec. 3 at the Cultural Centre, benefitting local girl Greta Loewen and her family.

Mark David Williams (left)
The Chilliwack Hospice Society is presenting their annual Memorial Celebration event on Wednesday

Lighting a candle for the ones we love

Chilliwack Hospice Society hosts a Memorial Celebration event on Wednesday, Nov. 25 to honour loved ones who have passed away.

The Chilliwack Hospice Society is presenting their annual Memorial Celebration event on Wednesday
Black Max band members Bob Marton (left) and Preston Sawyer chat about the dinner

Children’s cancer event strikes a chord

Local band Black Max is co-hosting a fundraiser with the Valley Huskers for children's cancer at Friendly Mike's Pub on Nov. 28.

Black Max band members Bob Marton (left) and Preston Sawyer chat about the dinner
Hobby Hill Preschool celebrates 40 years with a silent auction and dinner fundraiser on Nov. 28 at Ryder Lake Hall. Proceeds support the programs at the non-profit school for three and four year olds.

Hobby Hill Preschool marks 40 years

Hobby Hill Preschool celebrates 40 years with a silent auction and dinner fundraiser on Nov. 28 at Ryder Lake Hall.

Hobby Hill Preschool celebrates 40 years with a silent auction and dinner fundraiser on Nov. 28 at Ryder Lake Hall. Proceeds support the programs at the non-profit school for three and four year olds.
Five Chilliwack businesses have been nominated in the 13th annual Small Business B.C. Awards.

Small Business B.C. award nominees in Chilliwack

Five Chilliwack businesses have been nominated across five categories in the 13th annual Small Business B.C. Awards.

Five Chilliwack businesses have been nominated in the 13th annual Small Business B.C. Awards.
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