NEWS & VIEWSJUNE 2014 | FOOD FEED PHARMACY HARDWARE FASHIONS GAS BARS PETROLEUM | ottercoop.com

The 92nd Annual Meeting of the Otter Farm & Home Co-operative was held on Thursday, May 29 at D.W. Poppy Secondary. There were 178 Members and 34 Guests in attendance. During the reports that were presented the members learned that despite the many challenges of cross border shopping and com-petitive gas pricing your Co-op ended the year 1.1 %

better than budget, and 2.9% ahead of 2012 sales.

Other highlights included the presentation of the scholarships, election of directors, door priz-es and refreshments served by the Otter Com-munity 4-H Club. Otter Co-op Members will re-ceive over $5,679,000 Million in Equity & Cash Repayments.

Membership Defi nitely Has Its RewardsOTTER CO-OP 92ND ANNUAL MEETING

GRADE 12 $1,000 SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS Otter Co-op awarded seven scholarships to local Grade 12 graduates on May 29. The awards were presented by Board President Dorothy Anderson to: (from left) Robyn Flokstra (Credo Christian), Hailey Larsen (DW Poppy Secondary), Jonah Miller (Aldergrove Second-ary), Joel Hansen (Langley Christian), Ashley Gilliland (Seaquam Secondary), Danielle Van Noort (Langley Fundamental) and Amelia Denny-Keys (DW Poppy Secondary).

MATURE SCHOLARSHIP

WINNERS The awards were presented

by Board President Dorothy Anderson

to (from left) Melissa Doerksen

and Terry Stromsten.

John WattDIRECTOR

Frank BraunDIRECTOR

Ken WilkinsonLEAD NUTRITIONIST

Our newly formed Board of Directors 2014/2015. (Left to right) Frank Hauzer, Angie McDougall, Larry Jantzen, Susan Dodd, Martin Power, Dorothy Anderson, Kent Strobel, Dick Mayer and Maria Pucek.

RETIRINGDIRECTORS

RETIRINGNUTRITIONIST

Kent StrobelDIRECTOR

Martin PowerDIRECTOR

NEWLY ELECTED

DIRECTORS

Otter Co-op Scholarships CONGRATULATIONS TO YOU ALL

One of our lead nutritionists, Ken Wilkinson, is leaving us to enjoy retirement! Don’t worry,

he will still be a regular consultant for Otter Co-op and

forever a part of our team!

We wish to express our most sincere gratitude to retiring

Directors Frank Braun and John Watt. Both these gentleman were a huge asset not only to

the community but to the Otter Co-op through the many

years they served on the Board of Directors. We wish Frank

and Chrissie Braun and John and Mary Watt all the best and hope to see them often

at the Co-op. Thank you again.

Otter Co-opMembers will receive over

$5,679,000...

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Thank you to everyone that participated in the recent Fuel UP To Win Contest. Here are some of the Otter Co-op Members that span from Surrey, Langley, Aldergrove and Abbotsford. Congratulations to all the winners!

It was another fun fi lled Easter Party with approximately 500 Kids’ Club Members and their families in attendance. The ever popular petting zoo put on by Langley Beef & Swine Club was a busy spot as was the horse and wagon rides by Rocking Horse Carriage from Aldergrove. Madame Butterfl y created balloon art along with other face painters and enter-tainers. Additionally there was cupcake decorating, popcorn and many game stations with a prize at every booth. If you know someone that has not yet reached their twelfth birthday and is not a Kids’ Club Member have them come to the administration offi ce or sign up online and join today. Benefi ts include a cookie on every visit to the store as well as a treat from the cashiers goodie container. All Kids’ Club events are free to attend!

NEWS & VIEWS

CongratulationsFUEL UP TO WIN CONTEST WINNERS

2nd Annual Car ShowPRESENTATION

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEFor the 4th year in a row, your Co-op

showed record sales and surpassed the previous year by approximately $5 mil-lion, with year-end sales of $171,954,134. Equity and cash payments to members for the year ending February 28, 2014, will amount to $5,679,000. The fi nancial statement was one of the main items on the agenda at the Annual General Meet-ing on Thursday, May 29. Approximately 200 members and guests heard Reports from the Controller, General Manager, and President, all telling a very positive story. It was also announced that just shy of 3000 people became members of the Otter Co-op in the last fi scal year, each paying a $10 lifetime membership fee whereby they can now accrue equity in the Co-op and receive cash back on their purchases based on the year from March 1st. – February 28th. This hap-pens by being a supporter of all that the Co-op offers, be it food, hardware, fuel, or feed.

We opened our sixth gas bar in Hatzic in 2013 and also took over a Feed Mill in Armstrong, which will complement our Feed Mill on 248th Street. Also an-nounced, and opening in early Fall 2014, will be a new Petroleum Facility at Chilli-wack which will include a 24 hour card-lock, convenience store, bulk fuel depot, oil and lubricant warehouse, and gas sta-tion.

During our AGM, Otter Co-op pre-sented seven Grade 12 scholarships, and two mature scholarships. We are also a Community Builder, giving in excess of $100,000 to sports teams, school func-tions, and many community-oriented events.

Our management team is always aware, and on the lookout for what might be a good mix for what the Co-op can offer to its members. Times change and so do we. An election saw current board member Dick Mayer re-elected to the Board, and newly elected were Mar-tin Power and Kent Strobel all for a three year term.

And to our entire team here at the Co-op, I must say thank-you. This is how our Co-op works – through co-operation.

It is mentioned elsewhere in our news-letter about upcoming events. Be sure to mark your calendar to attend through-out the summer and don’t forget our Equity Days September, 18, 19, and 20 where you can come and pick up equity statements and cheques.

To all, have a safe and happy summer, and remember our slogan “You’re At Home Here”.

Dorothy AndersonOTTER CO-OP BOARD PRESIDENT

JUNE 2014 | ottercoop.com

JELLY BEAN GUESS WINNER

Owen King, had the closest guess and won the Jelly Bean Guess Contest.Great job Owen!

Hayden Dahlby from Chilliwack is the recipient of a bicycle and helmet from the Kids’ Club Easter Party. Congratulations Hayden! Hayden is pictured here with Otter Co-op General Manager Jack Nicholson.

Car Club Members Rick Unger and John Jackman and representing Otter Co-op Kelsey Vurdela and Merilee McAuley.

OTTER CO-OP FEED & PETOTTER CO-OP FEED & PETis now on Facebook!

Find us under “Otter Co-op Feed and Pet” for everything related to today’s dairy, poultry, and equine industries! Pets too!

“Like” us on Facebook & YOU COULD WIN one of ten $100 gift cards!

TO ENTER:

1. “Like” our page “Otter Co-op Feed and Pet”

2. “Share” our Contest status with your friends for an ADDITIONAL entry

CONTEST RUNS FROM JUNE 1ST – AUGUST 22ND, 2014. GIFT CARD CAN BE USED AT ANY OF OUR AUTHORIZED DEALER LOCATIONS.

Dave McKee

Photos unavailable for the following winners: Irene Venema, Nikki Brown, Marlene Myers, Teresa Engelhart, Daniel Rogers

Brian Hook Alexis Hook

COLLECT TO WIN OF $100 GAS/GROCERY GIFT CARD WINNERS

Kids’ Club Easter PartySERVING OUR COMMUNITY

Holly joined Otter in 1998 as a Gas Bar Manager. Her previous experi-ence in the petroleum industry saw her career progress from the posi-tion of Convenience Retail Manager to the role of gas bar owner and contract operator prior to joining the CRS.

Since 1998, Holly has continued to advance her career with Otter as the Tempo and Commercial Petroleum Sales Co-ordinator, a role she held until 2003. In her current role as Gas Bar Operations Manager, Holly excels in her ability to train and develop her team—both being key components to the success of Otters aggressive growth strategy.

With Holly’s drive to constantly learn and grow her decision to apply for General Manager One-to-One training was no surprise. An outstanding recommendation from her General Manager, demonstrated leadership skills, operational knowledge, as well as her exceptional people skills made Holly an ideal fi t for the training program.

Everyone at Otter will miss Holly but wish her success in her new role as a GM One-to-One trainee which she started on June 2 at Wetaskiwin Alberta.

Joining GMOne-to-One

HOLLY LINGEL

The 2nd Annual two day car show turned out to be another great success. This show is sponsored by Central Fraser Valley Chapter V.C.C. and Otter Co-op. We look forward to our 3rd Annual show on Sunday, April 26, 2015. The car club held their last meeting be-fore the summer on Wednesday, June 4 and invited Otter Co-op representatives Kelsey Vurdela (Marketing Co-ordinator) and Mer-ilee McAuley (Ex. Assist. To the General Manager) and presented them with a plaque of appreciation. They also served an Otter Co-op made cake. We look forward to another great show in 2015!

ONLINE WINNERS OFCO-OP GAS/GROCERY GIFT CARDS

$125 GIFT CARDWINNER

$150 GIFT CARDWINNER Otter Co-op Central Fraser Valley Chapter of

the Vintage Car Club of Canada

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY:

Christine Alting Kristin Dalen

Thank you to everyone that participated in the recent Fuel UP To Win Contest. Here are some of the Otter Co-op Members that span from Surrey, Langley, Aldergrove and Abbotsford. Congratulations to all the winners!

It was another fun fi lled Easter Party with approximately 500 Kids’ Club Members and their families in attendance. The ever popular petting zoo put on by Langley Beef & Swine Club was a busy spot as was the horse and wagon rides by Rocking Horse Carriage from Aldergrove. Madame Butterfl y created balloon art along with other face painters and enter-tainers. Additionally there was cupcake decorating, popcorn and many game stations with a prize at every booth. If you know someone that has not yet reached their twelfth birthday and is not a Kids’ Club Member have them come to the administration offi ce or sign up online and join today. Benefi ts include a cookie on every visit to the store as well as a treat from the cashiers goodie container. All Kids’ Club events are free to attend!

NEWS & VIEWS

CongratulationsFUEL UP TO WIN CONTEST WINNERS

2nd Annual Car ShowPRESENTATION

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEFor the 4th year in a row, your Co-op

showed record sales and surpassed the previous year by approximately $5 mil-lion, with year-end sales of $171,954,134. Equity and cash payments to members for the year ending February 28, 2014, will amount to $5,679,000. The fi nancial statement was one of the main items on the agenda at the Annual General Meet-ing on Thursday, May 29. Approximately 200 members and guests heard Reports from the Controller, General Manager, and President, all telling a very positive story. It was also announced that just shy of 3000 people became members of the Otter Co-op in the last fi scal year, each paying a $10 lifetime membership fee whereby they can now accrue equity in the Co-op and receive cash back on their purchases based on the year from March 1st. – February 28th. This hap-pens by being a supporter of all that the Co-op offers, be it food, hardware, fuel, or feed.

We opened our sixth gas bar in Hatzic in 2013 and also took over a Feed Mill in Armstrong, which will complement our Feed Mill on 248th Street. Also an-nounced, and opening in early Fall 2014, will be a new Petroleum Facility at Chilli-wack which will include a 24 hour card-lock, convenience store, bulk fuel depot, oil and lubricant warehouse, and gas sta-tion.

During our AGM, Otter Co-op pre-sented seven Grade 12 scholarships, and two mature scholarships. We are also a Community Builder, giving in excess of $100,000 to sports teams, school func-tions, and many community-oriented events.

Our management team is always aware, and on the lookout for what might be a good mix for what the Co-op can offer to its members. Times change and so do we. An election saw current board member Dick Mayer re-elected to the Board, and newly elected were Mar-tin Power and Kent Strobel all for a three year term.

And to our entire team here at the Co-op, I must say thank-you. This is how our Co-op works – through co-operation.

It is mentioned elsewhere in our news-letter about upcoming events. Be sure to mark your calendar to attend through-out the summer and don’t forget our Equity Days September, 18, 19, and 20 where you can come and pick up equity statements and cheques.

To all, have a safe and happy summer, and remember our slogan “You’re At Home Here”.

Dorothy AndersonOTTER CO-OP BOARD PRESIDENT

JUNE 2014 | ottercoop.com

JELLY BEAN GUESS WINNER

Owen King, had the closest guess and won the Jelly Bean Guess Contest.Great job Owen!

Hayden Dahlby from Chilliwack is the recipient of a bicycle and helmet from the Kids’ Club Easter Party. Congratulations Hayden! Hayden is pictured here with Otter Co-op General Manager Jack Nicholson.

Car Club Members Rick Unger and John Jackman and representing Otter Co-op Kelsey Vurdela and Merilee McAuley.

OTTER CO-OP FEED & PETOTTER CO-OP FEED & PETis now on Facebook!

Find us under “Otter Co-op Feed and Pet” for everything related to today’s dairy, poultry, and equine industries! Pets too!

“Like” us on Facebook & YOU COULD WIN one of ten $100 gift cards!

TO ENTER:

1. “Like” our page “Otter Co-op Feed and Pet”

2. “Share” our Contest status with your friends for an ADDITIONAL entry

CONTEST RUNS FROM JUNE 1ST – AUGUST 22ND, 2014. GIFT CARD CAN BE USED AT ANY OF OUR AUTHORIZED DEALER LOCATIONS.

Dave McKee

Photos unavailable for the following winners: Irene Venema, Nikki Brown, Marlene Myers, Teresa Engelhart, Daniel Rogers

Brian Hook Alexis Hook

COLLECT TO WIN OF $100 GAS/GROCERY GIFT CARD WINNERS

Kids’ Club Easter PartySERVING OUR COMMUNITY

Holly joined Otter in 1998 as a Gas Bar Manager. Her previous experi-ence in the petroleum industry saw her career progress from the posi-tion of Convenience Retail Manager to the role of gas bar owner and contract operator prior to joining the CRS.

Since 1998, Holly has continued to advance her career with Otter as the Tempo and Commercial Petroleum Sales Co-ordinator, a role she held until 2003. In her current role as Gas Bar Operations Manager, Holly excels in her ability to train and develop her team—both being key components to the success of Otters aggressive growth strategy.

With Holly’s drive to constantly learn and grow her decision to apply for General Manager One-to-One training was no surprise. An outstanding recommendation from her General Manager, demonstrated leadership skills, operational knowledge, as well as her exceptional people skills made Holly an ideal fi t for the training program.

Everyone at Otter will miss Holly but wish her success in her new role as a GM One-to-One trainee which she started on June 2 at Wetaskiwin Alberta.

Joining GMOne-to-One

HOLLY LINGEL

The 2nd Annual two day car show turned out to be another great success. This show is sponsored by Central Fraser Valley Chapter V.C.C. and Otter Co-op. We look forward to our 3rd Annual show on Sunday, April 26, 2015. The car club held their last meeting be-fore the summer on Wednesday, June 4 and invited Otter Co-op representatives Kelsey Vurdela (Marketing Co-ordinator) and Mer-ilee McAuley (Ex. Assist. To the General Manager) and presented them with a plaque of appreciation. They also served an Otter Co-op made cake. We look forward to another great show in 2015!

ONLINE WINNERS OFCO-OP GAS/GROCERY GIFT CARDS

$125 GIFT CARDWINNER

$150 GIFT CARDWINNER Otter Co-op Central Fraser Valley Chapter of

the Vintage Car Club of Canada

PROUDLY SPONSORED BY:

Parking Lot Sale .......................................................................................June 12-13-14

Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast................... June 14 - 8 am – 11 am

Board of Directors BBQ ................................. June 14 - 11:30 – 2:00 pm

Food & Friends Luncheon ...........................................................................June 24

Gloucester Gas Bar CustomerAppreciation BBQ ............................................................June 27 11:00 – 2:00 pm

Canada Day - Raspberry Social ...................... July 1 - 12:00 – 3:00 pmFeaturing Gracie & the Guys and BC Pioneer Truck Association Display and Hotdog Sale

Hatzic Gas Bar Customer Appreciation BBQ ............................July 10 11:00 – 2:00 pm

Food & Friends Luncheon ............................................................................ July 14

Ladner Gas Bar Customer Appreciation BBQ ............................July 23 11:00 – 2:00 pm

3 Day Scratch & Save Sale ......................................................................August 2 - 4Family Fashions & Hardware

B.C. Day Blueberry Social .............................August 4 - 11:00 - 2:00 pmFeaturing local artists and music for your enjoyment!

Ross Road Gas Bar Customer Appreciation BBQ ............. August 13 - 11:00 – 2:00 pm

3 Day Scratch & Save Sale ................................................. August 30 - Sept. 1Family Fashions & Hardware

248th Gas Bar Customer Appreciation BBQ ............................ Sept. 4 11:00 – 2:00 pm

Equity Days .................................................................................................................Sept 18-19-20

Equity Days Chicken BBQ ....................................Sept. 19 - 4:30 – 7:00 pm (or first 1200 served)

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RETAIL CENTRE 604.856.2517

3650 248th St., Aldergrove MON-SUN 8AM-8PMHOLIDAYS 9AM-6PM

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Gloucester Gas Bar & Tim Hortins604.856.6676

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5AM-11PM Ross Road Gas Bar

604.856.003029622 Fraser Highway, Abbotsford

Ladner Gas Bar604.940.1322

6420 Ladner Trunk Rd., Ladner MON-FRI 5AM-11PM

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Fraser Heights Gas Bar 604.582.2517

16788 104 Ave., SurreyMON-FRI 5AM-11PM

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Hatzic Gas Bar 604.826.6421

34981 Lougheed Highway, MissionMON-FRI 5AM-11PM

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MON-FRI 9AM-6PMSAT 9AM-5PM

SUN & HOLIDAYS CLOSED

OTTER CO-OP BOARD MEMBERS:Dorothy Anderson ......................................PRESIDENTFrank Hauzer ................................... 1ST VICE PRESIDENTDick Mayer .............................................2ND VICE PRESIDENTSusan Dodd .............................................................................SECRETARY

Martin Power • Kent Strobel • Larry JantzenAngie McDougall • Maria Pucek

Administration 604.856.2517 | Petroleum 604.607.6912

Feed 604.607.6901 | Hardware 604.607.6909

Bakery 604.607.6920 | Café/Deli 604.607.6921

Produce 604.607.6919 | Meat 604.607.6918

Grocery 604.607.6936 | Pharmacy 604.607.6934

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NEWS & VIEWS JUNE 2014 | ottercoop.com

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