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Wednesday - December 3 - B.C. food security
Plus more holiday events.
William Johnson
December 03, 2025
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Good morning!
I was in Chilliwack earlier this week celebrating a birthday, and the birthday girl chose The Offy in District 1881—which, by the way, looks fantastic with all its Christmas décor. Photo opportunities everywhere. Later this week I’ll be checking out nearby Greendale Acres, and honestly, the Valley is a great place to be in December.
Anyway—on to today’s feature. We’re highlighting the work of two UFV researchers whose collaboration is helping support food security efforts in northern Indigenous communities.
– William
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News
UFV researchers team up to support food security in Canada’s North
Two UFV researchers teamed up with the Yellowknives Dene First Nation to explore how climate change is impacting traditional plants and food sources in northern Canada. Their early findings point to both risks—and new possibilities.
Need to Know
💔 Chilliwack RCMP confirmed that missing 85-year-old Walter Schmur was found deceased on Tuesday, four days after he was reported missing from his Peach Road home on November 28. [Chilliwack Progress]
👮 Mission RCMP's top officer emphasized that homelessness and addiction issues require longer-term solutions beyond enforcement as the city implements a Community Safety Initiative combining increased patrols with social supports. [Mission Record]
⛏️ Vancouver-based Sasquatch Resources Corp. acquired mineral claims covering over 1,500 hectares near Chilliwack Lake, with exploration revealing extensive gold-bearing quartz veins. [Chilliwack Progress]
🚐 Residents at an RV rest stop off Highway 1 in Abbotsford say the province shut off bathrooms, water, and power without notice as part of plans to close the site. [CBC News]
🚨 IHIT identified the victim of a Friday night shooting in Surrey as 26-year-old Jaskaran Birring of Chilliwack, with early indications suggesting the targeted incident was related to organized crime. [Langley Advance Times]
🍽️ Tydel Foods' seniors' program in Chilliwack will now operate under the newly registered Community Angels Food and Housing Support Society, allowing the organization to issue tax receipts. [Chilliwack Progress]
⚡ BC Hydro installed eight new high-powered EV charging ports at the Silver Creek Travel Centre in Hope, bringing the town's total charging ports to 62. [Agassiz-Harrison Observer]
💔 The family of missing 57-year-old Kamloops woman Sheri-Lynn Bissonnette confirmed she was found deceased on Monday morning. [CFJC Today]
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In the Valley
Updated weekly: Your guide to Fraser Valley holiday events
Holiday magic is happening all across the Fraser Valley this season. From tree lighting ceremonies and festive markets to concerts, parades, and family-friendly celebrations, there's no shortage of ways to embrace the spirit of the season. We've just updated this list with even more events—check out the new additions and keep sending us your community happenings to include!
🗓 Things to do
Holiday Style Night: A festive evening on Thursday, December 4 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Refinery House (5622 Vedder Rd #102, Chilliwack) features style and floral stations, complimentary brow threading, tattoo artists, gift bags, signature cocktails, door prizes, and exclusive one-night sales.
Always Sunny x Cowboy Circus Holiday Market: A holiday flea market on Friday, December 6 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM at 9048 Glover Road in Fort Langley features local vendors selling vintage clothing, women's and kids consignment, holiday décor, baked goods, and locally made gifts.
18th Annual Abbotsford Santa Shuffle: A fundraiser for the Centre of Hope's 36-bed shelter on Saturday, December 6 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Mill Lake Park (Bevan Entrance, 32960 Mill Lake Rd) includes a 5K run or 1K walk, meet Santa, and post-event lunch.
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