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Get Growing for 100th Aldergrove Fair

By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star

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Members of the Aldergrove Agricultural Association have published the centennial edition of the Fair Prize Book and encourage locals to pick copies up at Aldergrove outlets such as The Star or Library, look over the categories and pick your best entries for the competitions, July 20-21. From left are fair directors Robin Bandenieks, Patty Bennett, Karen Long, Catherine Simpson, Glenda Reid, and Dan and Charmaine Deyette.

The Aldergrove Fair is celebrating its hundredth anniversary this July and the Aldergrove Agricultural Association is working on making it a gala event. This year’s theme is “Country Carnival” and there will be plenty of activities and attractions geared to families, from the very young to the pioneers who have built this event up over the years. However, the emphasis remains on honouring our deep agricultural roots, with exhibits of produce, flowers, canning, crafts, photography, needlework, fine arts, hobbies and the like. The AAA committee has published and distributed this year’s Prize Book, with full details on how everyone can compete in the various categories, and they encourage locals to pick up copies and put together their own entries in the fair exhibits. There are no entry fees charged for any class, and all prizes are ribbons only. Exhibitors are allowed one entry per class. Entry forms must be received by July 14 for competition in the fair, July 20-21. Copies of the Prize Book are available at the Aldergrove Library, Aldergrove Star and other locations in the community. Be sure to pick one up and think about showing off your best work at this year’s “Aldergrove Century Fair.” Information on the fair is also on the website: www.aldergrovefairdays.com

Sledge hammer aimed at old Aldergrove Mall By NATASHA JONES Black Press

A plan to demolish Aldergrove Mall, leaving the two anchor stores intact, will leave a gaping hole “that’s going to look like a hockey player in the playoffs without their front teeth,” Councillor Charlie Fox remarked on Monday. Council members were taken aback by a letter from the owners announcing the plan. In the letter, Sonny Janda of the Janda Group seeks the support of the mayor, council and staff for a demolition permit for certain areas of the mall, which is located north of Fraser Highway at 272 Street. Dollarama, the east-end anchor, and

a drug store on the south side, will likely survive the wrecker’s ball, if a demolition for the balance of the shopping centre is approved. Many stores are empty. Janda said that over the past few years, the company has explored many opportunities “including participating in the Aldergrove Planning Committee to gain exposure from the community and experts.” An obstacle to achieving its goal is the current tenancy status of the mall, he added. The area destined to be torn down is subject to structural, electrical, mechanic and civil elements, he said. “It’s a pretty exciting opportunity for Aldergrove,” commented Councillor Kim

Richter. But Fox said he had significant concerns, calling the area between the anchor stores “a wasteland.” “This is a massive piece of the core,” Fox said, adding that no demolition permit should be issued until council has seen development plans. The company said that it wants to retain the Extra Foods store, the west-end anchor first occupied by Super Valu, “as a heritage unit.” “You’re not protecting a heritage building there,” remarked Councillor Bob Long. Council asked staff to follow up with the mall owners.

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Aldergrove Mall owners have applied for a demolition permit on the vacant portion of the almost 40 year old enclosed mall on 272 Street.

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Township approves sports fields funding By NATASHA JONES Aldergrove Star

Players and spectators will have more opportunity for “the beautiful game” now that Township council has voted to fully support completing a pair of synthetic turf fields at Aldergrove Athletic Park and Betty Gilbert Middle School. Once it is complete, hundreds of players from organized teams as well as Aldergrove Community Secondary and Betty Gilbert Middle School will have year-round access to soccer fields in that community. Art Bandenieks, who is listed on Aldergrove Soccer’s web site as the head referee, told council on Monday that the organiza-

tion would like council to commit $218,000 to complete an additional pitch, matched dollar for dollar by the Aldergrove Soccer. The organization has already raised $135,000 from donations, and council agreed to loan the balance which will be repaid over five years. A surplus fund will be allocated to replace the synthetic turf which, council was advised, is typically required every 12 years. Bandenieks said that Aldergrove Soccer would like the turf field finished now, while contractors are on the site building another. When finished, soccer players won’t have to travel out of Aldergrove. Many currently play at

Brown Road Park where the fields are unavailable during the winter, Bandenieks said. It also means a better playing surface. Bandenieks told council that older boys play soccer on gravel surfaces, and “soccer and gravel don’t mix.” Furthermore, he said, Aldergrove currently has no synthetic fields and none that are lit. “All we are interested in is accommodating all our players’ needs now and in the future,” Bandenieks said. Mayor Jack Froese and Councillor Charlie Fox lauded the creative way that Aldergrove Soccer had come up with money for the pitch and its eventual replacement.

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Aldergrove soccer enthusiasts are working on raising the final installment for construction of a new artificial turf field at Aldergrove Athletic Park. From left, Bill Ede, Charlie Fox, Hilary McRoberts, Art Bandenieks and Reid McDonald.

Fire fighters, cops to compete in sports fields fund-raiser By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star

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Fire fighters and police officers will be competing at the Firefit competition in Aldergrove May 26-27 to raise funds for new artificial turf fields at Aldergrove Athletic Park and Betty Gilbert Middle School.

Hilary McRoberts will be wearing two hats next month as she performs double-duty to help bring about a pair of artificial turf fields for Aldergrove soccer players. McRoberts is president of Aldergrove United Soccer Club, and is an enthusiastic supporter of the planned construction of artificial turf fields for players of all ages in the Aldergrove community. She and her husband are also co-owners of the Scott Firefit Championships program, which pits fire fighters and police officers in grueling competitions to demonstrate their life-saving skills. Firefit will be doing a com-

munity fundraiser on May 26-27 in Aldergrove for the second artificial practice pitch to cover one of the gravel pitches at Betty Gilbert Middle School. Invitations to compete have been distributed to fire fighters and police officers throughout the region, and the response has been good, says McRoberts. “The competitions are based on the essential tasks of fire fighting and policing and are timed obstacle courses which competitors race on to see who is the fastest,” said McRoberts. “FireFit will be donating our services to put on this regional competition of the FireFit and TopCop Championships. The FireFit Championships is an internationally recognized event in its 19th year in Canada,

fourth year in the Middle East, with Africa and Brazil on the horizon.” All monies raised from the event will go towards the building of the second turf pitch in Aldergrove. “The significant cost savings of putting in this second turf pitch now is what is driving the Soccer community here in Aldergrove to pull out all the stops to make it happen,” said McRoberts. “We have almost 1,000 soccer players between youth and senior club ages playing soccer in Aldergrove plus the new artificial pitches will benefit both the middle and senior secondary schools. This is a win-win project for the community,” said McRoberts.

ICBC invests $509,000 to make Langley roads safer Aldergrove Star

You’ve likely driven by Fraser Highway and Old Yale Road and noticed the installation of new traffic signals. Or the new turn lanes at the intersections of 272 Street and 32 Avenue, at 256 Street and 16 Avenue, and at Fraser Hwy. at 248 Street. These are some of the road improvements ICBC invested in last year to help make Langley safer for everyone. ICBC launched the road improvement program in 1989, and since then, has invested over $100 million in

projects across B.C. In 2011, ICBC invested approximately $4 million in projects in the Lower Mainland and $6.5 million in 283 projects across the province. “We care about people’s wellbeing and are always looking for new ways to create safer roads,” said Fiona Temple, ICBC’s director of road safety. “That’s why we work with communities to identify highcrash areas and make improvements that benefit everyone – drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. Simply put, safer drivers

and roads mean fewer crashes, injuries and deaths.” The most recent evaluation of the program found that two years following a project’s implementation, there is on average, a 20 per cent reduction in severe crashes and a 12 per cent reduction in property damage crashes. The evaluation concluded that for every dollar invested in a project, ICBC and customers save $5.60 over two years and $12.80 over five years in reduced claims costs. Investing in road improvements, along with educat-

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The intersection of 272 Street and 32 Avenue, before improvements (left) and after (right). ing drivers through awareness campaigns and funding

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Health Minister Michael de Jong and Agriculture Minister Don McRae were among the dignitaries at the Windset Farms greenhouse on Downes Road on Wednesday afternoon for a government funding announcement. Joined by the kindergarden class from Prince Charles Elementary, with each student wearing a paper crown featuring a variety of fruits and vegetables, they announced an additional $1 million to support the BC School Fruit and Vegetable Nutritional Program. The funding is an addition to the $3-million expansion announced in May 2011, for the program that provides fresh produce for school children. With the additional funds another 75 schools will join the program by

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Health Minister Michael de Jong chats with students from the Prince Charles Elementary kindergarten class at the Windset Farms greenhouse on Downes Road on Wednesday afternoon for a government funding announcement. September, and a further 75 are expected by January 2012. This will bring the total number of participating schools to 1,484. It is used to purchases fridges, stock salad bars and to increase children’s access to fresh,

local fruit in other ways. “By increasing knowledge and consumption of locally grown produce, this program helps develop healthy eating habits that will benefit the health of our youngest citizens in the long term,”

said de Jong, who is also the MLA for Abbotsford West, in a press release. The program takes the produce from 817 growers across the province, and gets it into the diet of B.C. school kids in 6.3 million servings per year.

Neighbourhood Services has ‘spirit’ Aldergrove Star

Aldergrove McDonald’s restaurant manager Leanne Daniel is getting ready to head to Orlando, Florida as a member of the team of 70 Canadian employees who will be attending the McDonald’s franchisee worldwide convention, held April 23 to 26. She will have the chance to live a unique experience with the top employees from around the world. “Leanne’s departure for Orlando is fast approaching, and we’re thrilled that she will be representing Canada at this worldwide McDonald’s event,” said Chuck Vertes, Aldergrove McDonald’s franchisee. “Only a company like McDonald’s is able to recognize exceptional employees with a unique experience like this.” Leanne has been chosen to be part of the Canadian team heading to Orlando

from amongst over 80,000 McDonald’s Canada employees for her exceptional teamwork and customer service. With 70 other employees from McDonald’s restaurants across Canada, Leanne will work alongside employees from all over the world to serve more than 15,000 people at the convention. Leanne will bring back many lasting memories, including the opportunity to attend a Final Night Celebration with performances by Kelly Clarkson, Seal and Keith Urban. “I’m very proud to work at McDonald’s and I am constantly amazed by the number of opportunities I get thanks to this job,” said Leanne. “I’m honoured to be recognized by McDonald’s and I can’t wait to meet other employees from around the world and live this unique experience.”

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Kinder Morgan pipeline concerns expressed By VIKKI HOPES Black Press

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Last Thursday’s announcement that Kinder Morgan is planning to greatly expand the capacity of the TransMountain oil pipeline will have a significant impact on Langley. The pipeline, which began operation in 1953, ships both crude oil and refined products from Edmonton to Burnaby. Some of its contents are shipped south of the border through a branch in Abbotsford that goes to the U.S. Its main line goes through north Langley, roughly in the area of Highway 1. The Times has been unable to obtain exact details of its route, with the Township saying it does not have that information. One location where it is known to pass through Langley is in Walnut Grove. A walkway has been built over the pipeline, west of 208 Street, just north of 90 Avenue. The pipeline curves through much of urban Walnut Grove. Most of the rest of its route in Langley meanders through rural properties. If the pipeline expansion is approved, there will be major construction all along the route. It is possible that additional pipeline capacity in the Walnut Grove area will be built along a different route, as Kinder Morgan Canada president Ian Anderson has said the pipeline expansion may have to follow new routes in urban areas.

Panelists at an information meeting about the proposed Kinder Morgan pipeline expansion expressed concern about what they say has been a lack of public consultation on the issue. They encouraged those attending the meeting Wednesday night at University of the Fraser Valley in Abbotsford to band together to stop the expansion of the Trans Mountain Pipeline. “The only way it’s going to stop VIKKI HOPES PHOTO is by the power of the people. The corporations have big pockets. They From left, Mary Forstbauer, John Vissers, Adriane Carr, Ben West and Rueben George were the panelists at a public information are running the show,” said Eddie meeting about Kinder Morgan’s proposed expansion of the Trans Mountain Pipeline. The meeting took place Wednesday, April Gardner, elder and member of the 11 at University of the Fraser Valley in Abbotsford. mental impacts on human health and citizens should demand that public Vissers said the public has no reaSkwah First Nation of Chilliwack. the environment. hearings be held in each community son to support the expansion. The Trans Mountain Pipeline, We’re Abbotsford’s “This is the plan of industrialists built in 1952 and ownedWe’re and operated making a John Vissers, a board impacted by the planned pipeline We’re member with Zero Waste BC and expansion. who come through and wipe their by Kinder Morgan since 2005, carries making a making a Communities Canada, refAdriane Carr, a Vancouver city boots, while they are collecting their tar sands crude oil from Edmonton to Resilient Greater Vancouver, and runs through erenced the spill in January of this councillor and former leader of the profits.” yearTHE at Kinder Morgan’s tank farm on Green Party, encouraged citizens to Other panelists at the meeting communities that include Chilliwack AT lobby their municipal politicians to were Ben West of the Wilderness and Abbotsford. AT THEJUNCTION! AT Sumas THE Mountain. Although the 110,000-litre spill push for consultation on the issue. Committee; Mary Forstbauer, The company has proposed douJUNCTION! JUNCTION! Vancouver council recently passed president of the Organic Growers bling the capacity of the pipeline was contained to the Kinder Morgan – from 300,000 to 600,000 barrels property, residents in the nearby Carr’s motion that a letter be sent to Association of B.C.; and Rueben a day – which would result in many Auguston neighbourhood experi- Kinder Morgan, requesting that the George, Sundance chief and memmore oil tankers passing through enced nausea and headaches from company consult with the city about ber of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation in We’re any plans and any application it North Vancouver. Burrard Inlet to carry oil to destinamaking a the toxic fumes, he said. “These people thought their lives makes to the National Energy Board. Vissers said anyone with questions in Asia or the U.S. Abbotsford Coun. Patricia Ross, tions or who wants to be involved in Speakers at the meeting in were in danger,” Vissers said. He said Kinder Morgan did not speaking to The News, said she the opposition to the pipeline is welAbbotsford said this expanded capaconlyrespond¢to¢residents’ concerns in plans to present the same motion to come to call him at 604-308-0520 or THE ity increases the riskAT of spills and only only email john.vissers@gmail.com pipeline ruptures, leading to detri-¢ a timely or thorough manner, and Abbotsford council. JUNCTION!

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TransLink Commissioner Martin Crilly has vetoed a steep transit fare increase next year, ordering TransLink officials to instead carve waste from the transportation authority. It’s good news for passengers, who overwhelmingly opposed the fare hikes. But the decision knocks $40 to $60 million out of TransLink’s assumed revenues over the next three years and increases the odds of a $23 property tax hike per average home next year to cover commitments to expand transit service. Premier Christy Clark had already rejected area mayors’ call for a vehicle levy – or any other new short-term funding source – to avoid the need for the extra $30 million from the property tax hike, instead vowing an audit will find savings. Crilly said all the savings he is challenging TransLink to find – $15 to $28 million per year – should be achievable without cutting current or planned services. “We believe this is possible for them to do without service cuts,” he said. “We are deliberately increasing the financial pressure on TransLink and thereby encouraging it to minimize costs.” But Mayors Council vice-chair Peter Fassbender said if sufficient savings to offset both the fare and property tax hikes aren’t found the mayors could consider revising the Moving Forward plan approved last year, eliminating or delaying promised service upgrades, many of them South of the Fraser. They include a new Highway 1 bus rapid transit service over the Port Mann Bridge promised when the new bridge opens, a new B-Line express bus down King George Boulevard in Surrey, a new Langley-White Rock bus route, generally increased bus service in the region and upgrades to SkyTrain stations on the Expo Line. “The issue becomes where do we go from here and do you cut back in the plan,” Fassbender said. “Does it make sense to open the Port Mann and not to have the dedicated buses to run on the dedicated bus lanes? If that happens there’s going to be a huge hue and cry from South of the Fraser.” Crilly’s ruling only rejects TransLink’s plan to raise cash fares and FareSaver ticket prices beyond the rate of inflation. It is still free to raise monthly pass prices. And cash fares will still rise – TransLink has the power to lift them two per cent each year without the commissioner’s approval. Since they haven’t gone up since 2008, an increase of up to 10 per cent next year is still going ahead, lifting one-zone fares 25 cents to $2.75 and three-zone fares 50 cents to $5.50. FareSaver are to remain frozen as a result of the ruling. Crilly noted TransLink is also struggling against other revenue challenges, including lower-than-expected cash flows from its fuel tax that pose a “threat from another flank.” Nor does it change the two cent per litre increase in the gas tax to 17 cents in the region that took effect April 1. That increase was legislated by the provincial government last fall at the mayors’ request, to generate $40 million a year dedicated to ensuring the Evergreen Line to Coquitlam is built. The next step will be up to TransLink, which is expected to bring forward a new financial plan that takes into account the denial of much of its planned fare hike and soft gas tax revenues, which could bring in $100 million less than anticipated over three years. Area mayors are also expected to decide within the next week whether they want to shelve some of the promised service expansion, if necessary, to avert the property tax hike. Crilly said his review did not consider the fact TransLink is separately under pressure from the province to find another set of savings totalling $30 million. “TransLink needs to work through its numbers again,” Crilly said. “It’s their job to manage the situation. They’re going to have to work it out.” He said the search for new long-term funding sources for TransLink will need to continue to finance future transit expansion to serve a growing ridership and population.

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VICTORIA – David Suzuki has resigned as a director of his namesake foundation so it won’t be the target of federal government “attacks.” This news is conveyed to me in a Globe and Mail report that is typically tilted in deference to “Canada’s most famous environmentalist.” The usual assumptions are woven in: Suzuki is a saint. His every utterance is treated as scientific fact, even when it’s a left-wing political rant. The Conservative government is a front for Big Oil that has “attacked” environmental groups by reminding them that political activities are not eligible for charitable tax exemptions. In recent years, the David Suzuki Foundation’s campaign focus has been noticeably in step with the large U.S. foundations that fund most of B.C.’s enviro-scare industry: first salmon farming and now the Alberta “tar sands” in all its exaggerated horror. Suzuki’s personal activities aren’t easily distinguished from those of his foundation, as was illustrated with his recent CBC documentary that demonized the “tar sands.” Diseased fish were displayed, but natural contamination of the Athabasca River was glossed over. Aboriginal objections were highlighted, while local support and economic benefits were overlooked. This isn’t science or charity. It’s tabloid journalism. Sensationalize, ignore facts

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that weaken the drama, play to people’s emotions. And he expects to be subsidized by the CBC and charitable tax exemptions as well? This news comes as I finish reading Patrick Moore’s book, Confessions of a Greenpeace Dropout. I was one of many young fans who cheered as Moore, Bob Hunter and the other 1970s Greenpeace pioneers set out from Vancouver to disrupt Soviet nuclear testing, and then turned to the regime’s slaughter of whales. In 1986, Moore split with Greenpeace and worked to set up a family chinook salmon farm. He said Greenpeace opposed aquaculture because it destroys tropical mangrove swamps. Tropical prawn farms have no rational connection with B.C., but a global organization needs simple ideas that sell. This approach was seen in an earlier 1980s campaign against chlorine in pulp mills. Greenpeace protests against dioxins and the herbicide 2,4,5-T were eventually dumbed down to opposing the use of chlorine in all industries, including production of PVC plastic. Pulp mills developed a way to eliminate trace dioxins from their production, but that didn’t matter once Greenpeace had a global campaign going. They still used chlorine, so they’re bad. Speaking of chlorine, PCBs are polychlorinated biphenyls, a persistent background toxin.

Tests found levels three to five times higher in some wild salmon compared to farmed. But the wild salmon results were ignored in a 2004 study, used by Suzuki to depict farmed salmon as poisonous. His foundation’s salmon farm campaign quietly disappeared down the memory hole after its PCB claims were debunked. Moore highlighted another bit of greenwashing in a visit to Victoria last year. The vaunted “LEED” certification for green building standards gives you points if your concrete is locally sourced, but no points for using wood instead. That’s because the long campaign by major environmental groups has devolved to “logging is bad.” Here’s the latest example. Greenpeace, ForestEthics and the Sierra Club were bankrolled by U.S. foundations to negotiate with the B.C. government, aboriginal people and forest companies for the 2006 “Great Bear Rainforest” agreement on the B.C. coast. Economic opportunity was delicately balanced against preservation, and First Nations gained new control of forests. Now the big enviros have begun campaigning against their own deal. As much as 50 per cent could still be logged, they say. It seems this particular green peace is bad for their business. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Editor: Over the past few weeks I have been researching the details of the pension plan offered to Canada’s retired Members of Parliament. To say the least, it was an eye opener. MPs receive between $157,000 and $314,000 per year – the average Canadian earns $45,000. Canada’s national debt is now over 580 billion dollars and growing. After six years of service, MPs are entitled to a pension. This is calculated at 3% times years of service times salary. For example, an MP who served three terms and earned $200,000 because they took on an extra duty would have their pension calculated at 3% X 9 X $200,000 = $54,000 per year for the rest of their life, beginning at age 55. The average Canadian does not have a pension other than what they are able to save and the minimal government pensions. We have seniors in our country who are going to food banks and free meal centres as they cannot pay their rent and buy food. Most of

these Canadians are people who have worked all their lives, paid taxes and are devastated to now have to ask for help. The average MP pension is $78,000. I have no doubt that MPs feel that they deserve this level of remuneration and perhaps they do. Sadly, what we deserve and what we can afford are two different issues. We, as Canadians, cannot afford these pensions. We cannot afford these pensions as long as the government is debating whether or not to raise the level of eligibility to 67 from 65 to save money. Not as long as we have hard working Canadians who have reached their senior years and now struggle to keep a roof over their heads and food on their tables. If these people had received between $157,000 and $314,000 per year, they could have been able to set aside a retirement fund. Instead they worked for $45,000 and struggled to raise their families, while paying taxes to cover government expenses. MP pension plans are banked

not invested. MP’s pension plan is government regulated to grow at a rate of 10.4% per year. If the interest rate does not generate this growth, the Canadian people top it up to make sure it reaches its 10.4% mandate. Canadians who are lucky enough to have a workplace pension plan are tied to the growth or decline of their pension’s investments. The average pension plan has decreased approximately 20% in this latest economic decline. Seniors who have invested with the plan of living off of the interest from their investments are struggling to get by with record low returns. Whenever I speak with anyone (MPs excluded) they tell me that they know that the MP pension plans are unfair and unaffordable. Please don’t hold back your opinion and feel powerless. If everyone who felt as I do called or emailed their Member of Parliament and expressed their concerns, they would need to take our concerns seriously. Andree D’Andrea, Maple Ridge

Give your heads a shake Editor: I have just finished reading the comments in our local newspapers from Metro Vancouver mayors regarding tolling the Port Mann Bridge and “free alternatives.” Boy, they should give their heads a shake. These communities are the home of working families or the so-called blue-collar workers. We have to drive over the Fraser River to work from Surrey, Langley, Aldergrove, and Abbotsford. Some of us pay parking fees and now we will have bridge tolls, plus gas, transit fees, plus car mainte-

nance and insurance. Perhaps we should all go on welfare out here in the suburbs, because we certainly will not be able to afford to drive. Yes, I think we will all try the socalled “free alternatives,” even if we have to get up earlier and drive out of our way — as our money only goes so far. I agree with letter writer D. Atkinson that the Port Mann is part of the national Trans-Canada Highway and should not be tolled. This will be the only tolled section from Vancouver to Sydney, Nova Scotia.

I also want to know, where is the toll on the new Pitt River Bridge? Why was the airport bridge not tolled? Why was the zillion-dollar Sea-to-Sky Highway (taking the rich to their weekend ski chalets) not tolled? How about the new Kicking Horse Pass Bridge near Golden — where is its toll? Help, we are drowning out here in the “working Joe suburbs” with bridge tolls, no transit but plenty of transit fees, high gas taxes and incompetent mayors giving themselves raises. Ras Gosse, Langley

History sought Editor: The Aldergrove United Soccer Club and the Aldergrove Youth Soccer Club are looking to update their club histories and produce a more accurate record of key moments and accomplishments within their respective histories. We are looking for some help in doing this and know that there are many items and sources of information out there that can used to help us find any missing pieces. If you have any trophies representing some significant aspect of an event that you would be willing to donate, or a photo of a championship team, please provide an accurate list of names to correspond with any photos you may provide. Newspaper clippings are also useful in documenting some of the history as well. We are also looking to document Club Presidents of both the Youth and Senior clubs and need to track down the names of these people and the dates they provided their service to the community. If you have any information that could be useful, please contact Brian Hunter at bhunter@sd35.bc.ca or 604-856-9027 and if you wish to drop any items off, you can do so at the front office at Aldergrove Community Secondary School, in care of Brian Hunter. Brian Hunter, Aldergrove

Township moves ahead on ‘12 budget By NATASHA JONES Black Press

The unexpected cost of a pay increase for RCMP officers, contained in the new contract municipalities are signing, will mean an further burden of $50,000 on Township taxpayers. On top of that, ratepayers will foot the bill for the hiring of another police officer, and on Monday, as council approved the budget for this year, Mayor Jack Froese defended the expenses. “We are growing 2,000 people a year,” he said in support of the hiring. The cost has minimal impact

on the budget “and I would hate to have it removed,” Froese said. The hit may not be as severe as it sounds. Councillor Charlie Fox pointed out that when an officer leaves the detachment, the position is not always immediately filled, and therefore the salary is saved. The discussion came as council considered first, second and third reading of the five year plan which includes this year’s budget. The budget boosts taxes by 2.95 per cent and, Froese said, places heavy emphasis on enhancing public safety by allo-

cating money for the extra officer and converting Murrayville Fire Hall to a facility that is staffed around the clock. “The public has made it clear that this is a matter that is very important to them,” he said. Of the 2.95 per cent, 1.75 is to cover additional expenses, 0.5 per cent for the additional officer, and 0.7 per cent to add eight full-time firefighters. This latter element is a requirement to meet a WorkSafe BC policy that no fewer than four firefighters can be deployed to a structure fire. The impact of the budget on the owners of a single family

home with an averaged assessed value of $483,000 will be $105 more, to $2,543, and includes levies for water, sewer, garbage and recycling services. For the owners of a house with the same value but not receiving these services, taxes will rise by $43, bringing the total municipal tax bill to $1,490. Levies for other agencies, such as the Langley School District and TransLink, will push that total higher. The bylaw’s first three readings passed without opposition. Council will consider final reading on April 23.

Butorac to face trial for third murder in January Black Press

Convicted serial killer Davey Mato Butorac will go to trial for the 2006 slaying of Aldergrove’s Margaret Redford sometime in the late fall or early spring of 2013. Jury selection for his trial is slated

for Jan. 29 to Feb. 4, 2013 in B.C. Supreme Court in New Westminster. He was last in court on this matter on March 29. Butorac is already serving a life sentence for killing two sex trade workers in the spring and summer

of 2007. DNA found on his shoe and in his car linked him to those murders, which took place in Langley City and Abbotsford. Redford’s family made several pleas for the killer to come forward after her case went cold. It was af-

ter Butorac was arrested for the sex trade workers’ murders that he was first linked to Redford’s death. Redford’s body was found floating in the Bertrand Creek, which is blocks from where Butorac lived with his father.

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Valley farmers protest heavy-handed measures to protect fish Black Press

More than 25 farmers from the Fraser Valley demonstrated outside the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) headquarters in downtown Vancouver Tuesday, saying their ability to farm is being hurt because endangered fish species have colonized ditches. Farmers from Agassiz, Chillliwack and other parts of the Valley said fisheries officers are unreasonably barring them from clearing or dredging ditches because they’ve been deemed fish habitat. An inability to clear ditches can flood farmland, raise the water table and degrade the ability to grow crops or graze cattle,

farmers said. Protesters brought two calves to the protest Tuesday to emphasize their point. “It’s caused a lot of concern in the Agassiz area,” said Canadian Taxpayers’ Federation B.C. director Jordan Bateman, who organized the protest on behalf of farmers. He said they want consistent enforcement of Fisheries Act rules that require setbacks and protection of fish-bearing streams. “Fisheries officers seem to have a lot of discretion in how they interpret it,” he said. “That really bothers them.” Bateman said farmers want to influence

the outcome of Ottawa’s expected rewrite of the Fisheries Act, which environmental groups fear will seriously weaken fish habitat safeguards. “It’s coming down to the usual battle between big business and environmental values,” he said. “Nobody is looking at how it affects small farm property owners.” The Canadian Taxpayers’ Federation has launched a petition calling for Fisheries Act reform to support farmers. The petition is online at www.taxpayer.com. Farmers aren’t the only ones affected. One Agassiz home owner said a new 30-metre construction setback from a creek that

runs through his land means he would not have space to rebuild if his house ever burns down. Wilderness Committee policy director Gwen Barlee said farmers may have some legitimate concerns over fishery issues. “But we don’t want to be rolling back environmental standards,” she said. “If we can’t protect fish habitat, there’s no way to protect fish.” Ecojustice staff scientist Susan Pinkus said recovery strategies launched by the federal fisheries department to protect two endangered species found in small Valley streams – the Salish sucker and the Nooksack dace – may

Township For the week of April 19, 2012

dates to note Monday, April 23 | 7 - 11pm Regular Council Meeting Civic Facility Fraser River Presentation Theatre Wednesday, April 25 | 7 - 9pm Youth Advisory Committee Civic Facility Salmon River Committee Room

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Agassiz dairy farmer Gary Wikkerink transported two of his calves to a farm protest in outside the Regional Department of Fisheries and Oceans in downtown Vancouver Tuesday. have angered farmers, cent of the critical habitat setbacks. because the department of the Salish sucker is in Fisheries and Oceans mishandled communicaditches, although some Canada officials could tions with those affected. streams also run through not be reached for comShe said only one per farms, triggering large ment.

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public programs and events Grow Healthy, Grow Smart Sustainable Garden Workshops Are you interested in learning simple ways to reduce or eliminate your use of cosmetic pesticides and chemical fertilizers? If so, look for the Township of Langley’s Grow Healthy, Grow Smart program information in all Township facilities, or attend one of the following sponsored workshops: Organic Vegetable Gardening Saturday, April 28, 11am - 12pm Cedar Rim Nursery, 7024 Glover Road Natural Fruit Tree Care Sunday, April 29, 1 - 2pm Cedar Rim Nursery, 7024 Glover Road Buzz Pollination Saturday, May 5, 10am - 12pm LEPS ofﬁce, #204 4839 - 221 Street Workshops are free. No registration is required. For more information contact: Langley Environmental Partners Society 604.532.3511 tol.ca/growhealthygrowsmart

Access to the affected area will be provided on 65 Avenue via the Willowbrook Connector. Engineering Division 604.532.7300

Water Main Flushing As part of our maintenance program, the municipal Water Department will be ﬂushing water mains in your area on the dates shown below. As a result of this ﬂushing, you may notice changes in water pressure and there may be some discolouration or sediment in the water. However, this is a temporary condition and is not a health hazard. To avoid inconvenience, please check the water before doing laundry, and you may wish to keep water in the refrigerator for drinking and cooking. Brookswood, Fernridge, and High Point: Extended until April 27 Northwest Langley: Extended until May 4 Aldergrove, Gloucester, and Salmon River Uplands: Extended until May 4 Murrayville: April 12 – May 16 Willoughby: April 23 – May 31 Fort Langley, Forest Knolls, and Milner April 25 – May 23 Willowbrook May 17 – May 31 Tall Timbers and Acadia May 24 – 31 Engineering Division 604.532.7300

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Mosquito Control Hotline Metro Vancouver has created a Mosquito Control Hotline for Township residents. Culex Environmental, the regional mosquito control contractor, will log and respond to all mosquito-related calls and visit sites if requested by the public. Calls can range from concerns about standing or stagnant water on private or public land or neighbouring property, Fraser River ﬂoodwaters, adult biting mosquitoes, or “spraying or fogging.” Also, remember the 4 Ds: Drain – your property of standing water Dusk/Dawn – take extra care Dress – cover up and wear long sleeves Defend – use repellents when appropriate Mosquito Control Hotline 604.872.1912

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Talk, and listen, to animals

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Aldergrove’s Silver Star Stables will host Talking With Animals, an event that’s a little out of the ordinary. Reisa Mary Stone “talks” to animals. That’s not unusual for most pet lovers. Except, Reisa hears them reply. At Silver Star’s event, she’ll teach others to awaken their intuitive gift of animal communication. Through Animal Communication, puzzling behavioral problems can be solved from the pet’s point of view. Stone specializes in “tough cases,” particularly focusing on animals rescued from trauma and neglect. Love is a vital component for rescue recovery; understanding the pet’s interpretation of their experience is just is important.

Stone is a seasoned facilitator who last month taught Animal Communication skills to a full house at Vancouver Pet Expo on the PNE grounds. She is a former “A” groom/trainer and veterinary assistant, and a multi-species animal trainer. When speaking with pets, she guides their guardians to not only empathy, but real world solutions. This workshop on Sunday, May 6, 2-4 p.m., costs $40 and lasts two hours. Registration is through Horsemanship From the Heart trainer Christa Miremadi at: therocknstar@ gmail.com or see website: www.silverstarstables.com/ More information about Animal Communication is at: www.reisastone.com

Walk for dog guides returns Aldergrove Star

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‘Green Team’ seeks helpers Aldergrove Star

The Lower Mainland Green Team has teamed up with Metro Vancouver Parks to remove ivy at Aldergrove Lake Regional Park on Sunday, May 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will go ahead, rain or shine. Tools, gloves and refreshments are provided to volunteers, and no prior experi-

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It’s an “Earth Day Deal” on compost soil conditioner that will have your garden blooming and blossoming in time for the Aldergrove Fair this summer. Bring a large garbage can or trailer to Aldergrove Saveon Foods this Saturday, April 21 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. and a Bobcat will load you up with all the nutrient rich soil conditioner you need. The “Mission Compost Soil Conditioner” is made in Mount Lehman, and is used for mulching or mixing, as it is too rich to use for a growing medium on its own. It was developed by Dr. John Paul, a soil scientist and president of Transform Compost Systems. Dr. John Paul He believes that composting and returning organic matter to our soil is vital to the health of our soil, and of our planet. Transform has been producing valuable composts and soil conditioners for more than 10 years, and is now producing compost from the curbside organics collection program with the District of Mission. There are no chemicals or other ingredients added to this compost. The compost will be sold at a bargain price of $4.99 for a filled garbage can or $30 per yard loaded onto your trailer. As a bonus, compost buyers will receive a free hotdog from Save-on Foods.

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Navy cadets recognized for their top efforts Aldergrove Star

On Thursday, April 19, at 7 p.m. the Central Fraser Valley Branch of Navy League of Canada will be having a recognition service for cadets to honour their dedication, at the Cadet Training Centre at 4215 – 272 Street, Aldergrove. In related news, on Sunday, April

15, at the Navy League of Canada 2012 Lower Mainland Division Provincial Drill competition in Vancouver, the local NLCC 125 Columbia Navy League Cadet Corp, under the leadership and training of civilian instructor Sherri Hession, ended a drought of 26 years and brought the title of Top Drill Team back home to

the Central Fraser Valley. The 10 cadets and the instructor who brought the trophy home devoted a lot of their personal time on evenings and weekends in anticipation of competing and restoring the pride of their Corp. Hession was a member of the Corp Drill Team that took the trophy in 1986.

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Aldergrove Gets on the Ball!

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Baseball season came to Aldergrove on Saturday, as the local teams gathered at Aldergrove Athletic Park for the first pitches of the season. Photo above, Aldergrove min or pitchers Mike Saulter and Jake Kristensen were assisted with the official opening ceremonies by Councillors Charlie Fox and Bob Long. At left, Aldergrove Dodgers’ pitcher Nick Atkinson winds up for their first game of the season Saturday against the Vancouver Yankees. At right, Aldergrove’s Dawson Schwarz slides safely into home in peewee baseball versus Abbotsford this past week.

Twisters gymnasts are ‘champions’ Aldergrove Star

Twisters athletes again proved their skill and talent during the BC Gymnastics Championships last weekend. They brought home lots of medals and made their supporters proud to have such an excellent gymnastics club in the valley. The Twisters Women’s National Open Team won second place in the championships. Twisters’ Provincial Champions are: • Steven Chaplin from Mission: National Youth • Carissa Williams from Aldergrove: Provincial Level 4 Novice • Jeremy Gaspar from Mission: Provincial Level 3 (over 13) Also, congratulations to the athletes who qualified for the Western Canadian Championships, held in Langley in May, and the National Championships, held in Regina in May. Five Twisters athletes qualified for both: • Andry and Dawson Friesen from Abbotsford • Cohen Kiers from Abbotsford • Marquita Morison from Chilliwack • Steven Chaplin from Mission Also, Kyle Machibroda-Ames and Aidan Daniell from Langley qualified for Westerns. Ken

Ikeda and Nicolas Garfias from Abbotsford and Zachary Clay from Chilliwack qualified for Nationals. The women compete in four disciplines: floor, vault, beam, uneven bars. The men compete in six disciplines: pommel horse, high bar, rings, vault, floor, parallel bars. Both men and women also get an all-around score. The Level 1 athletes on the men’s side get gold, silver, or bronze in all disciplines. Also, the younger members of the Twisters Women’s team had lots to celebrate at the Christy Fraser Memorial Invitational, which took place in Langley on March 31. From Langley and Aldergrove • Paula Melger-Ida, Prov. Level 2 Tyro: tie for bronze on beam; tie fro bronze on floor; tie for 12th all-around • Carissa Williams, Prov. Level 4 Novice: provincial champion on beam; bronze on vault; allaround provincial champion • Aiden Daniell, Naional Youth: 4th on high bar, 7th on floor, 8th on pommel horse, rings, vault, parallel bars; 8th allaround • Kayle Machibroda, National Open: silver on rings and parallel bars; bronze on high bar; bronze all-around • Jonathan Osers, Senior: silver on floor, bronze on vault, 5th all-around.

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The U13 Aldergrove Vipers girls’ soccer team participated in the Coastal Cup ﬁnals held in Chilliwack on April 1. The girls played a very solid game and came away with a 5-1 win against the Surrey Wildcats, bringing home the gold and the Coastal Cup. Kenya Hough was named MVP of the game. The girls worked hard all season long, with a 10-1-0 record. The Vipers, players and parents, would like to send a huge thanks to their outstanding coaches, Nancy Romegioli, Steve Greening and Ian Whitman, for their time, commitment and encouragement.

Local pair help Pilots capture B.C. title Aldergrove Star

A pair of local hockey players helped the Abbotsford Pilots win the Cyclone Taylor Cup. Langley’s Kyle Star and Aldergrove’s Chris Vinette helped the Pilots to a thrilling 3-2 double overtime victory over the Victoria Cougars on Sunday at Abbotsford’s MSA Arena in the championship game for the Cyclone Taylor Cup.

Abbotsford went 2-1 in the round robin, with their lone loss coming to the Cougars in the opening game. Vinette finished the tournament with two goals and an assist in the four games, while Star played in all four games, but was held off the scoresheet. Both are forwards. In the championship final, the Pilots had forced overtime with 70 seconds to go and then won it on Garett Lynum’s

goal 4:17 into the fifth period. The victory advances the Pilots to the Keystone Cup, the western Canadian junior B hockey championships. It is being held in Saskatoon and features the provincial champions from B.C., Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Ontario, as well as the host team team from Saskatchewan. Abbotsford leaves on April 18 and the tournament runs from April 19-22.

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From left, Aldergrove’s Jordan Spash (with the ball) pushes past a tackle by Abbotsford’s Eugene Reimer school in grade 8 boys rugby at Aldergrove Athletic Park last week. Aldergrove’s Betty Gilbert MIddle School won this game, 25-10. Centre photo, Aldergrove Secondary’s Thomas Sandberg (with the ball) in the second game of the Rugby Sevens Tournament at Semiahmoo on Friday, versus Earl Marriott school. Aldergrove was blanked 33-0 by the Marriott team. Photo at right, Aldergrove Secondary’s Jake Thiel shrugs off an R.E. Mountain school tackler in game one of the Rugby Sevens Tournament at Semiahmoo on Friday. The Mountain team went to win with a 17-7 score.

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Langley has ‘Talents’ ready By NATASHA JONES Black Press

A traffic reporter, weatherman and a politician will be the featured judges in this Saturday’s semi-finals of Langley Has Talent. And the audience will help to decide which acts will head to the finals on Saturday, May 5. Both events are at Langley Christian Life Assembly, 21277 - 56 Ave., and begin at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 each for the semifinals and finals, or $35 for both shows. They can be bought online at www.langleyhastalent.ca or at the Langley Times office, 20258 Fraser Hwy. With two acts withdrawing, 22 HARRY HUNT PHOTO remain for the semi-finals and they The grade 7 French class of Betty Gilbert Middle School with their castle project display. include bands, singers, dancers and an 11-year-old boy who does yoyo tricks. All contestants will weave their own brand of magic for an unforgettable eveSend to: 27118 Fraser Highway Aldergrove, B.C V4W 3P6 or go to www.aldergrovestar.com, lick on calendar and ‘add event.’ ning, said Peter Luongo, who is organizing the event on behalf of the four Mt. Lehman Garden Club - meet- required for this free program; call 1160 King George Blvd., Surrey, kinson.bc.ca Langley Rotary Clubs. The service clubs’ 604-856-6415. doors 7:30 p.m. White Rock Blues ing April 19, 7 p.m. in Mt. Leman TOPS – Take Off Pounds Sensibly, Community Hall. Guest, Harold Pavlo - “The Greek God of Guitar” Society 5th Anniversary Show is a non proﬁt weight loss support aim is to raise money for a theatre in

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Fearing, will be speaking on rhododendrons. Everyone welcome. Info: Evelyn at 604-857-5663. Navy League and Sea Cadet Corps Columbia - holding a Community Yard Sale on Saturday, May 12, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Cadet Training Centre, 4315 - 272 Street, Aldergrove. If you have any saleable items you wish to donate, or wish to rent a table call David at 604-626-7351. Battle of the Atlantic Memorial Parade - May 6, 10:30 a.m. at the Cadet Training Centre, 4315 - 272 Street, Aldergrove. The Royal Canadian Sea Cadet Corps Columbia, Invinceable and Chilliwack, along with the Navy League Cadet Corps Columbia and the Royal Canadian Legions will have a parade in honour of those who served and who gave their lives to end the war. We invite the community out to show their support and respect. Parking on site. The Battle of the Atlantic was described by Winston Churchill as the longest, largest and most complex naval battle in history. Pajama Storytime - a half hour of stories, rhymes and songs for children aged two to six and their caregivers. Children are welcome to come in pajamas and bring a soft toy to Aldergrove Library, Monday, April 23, 6:30-7 p.m. Registration is

with guest Luke Mcmaster, Monday, April 30 at the Clarke Theatre, 33700 Prentis Ave., Mission (604820-3961). Tickets $34.50 (plus facility fee & service charges) at all Ticketmaster locations, by phone 1-885-985-5000 or online at www. ticketmaster.ca RUSH: Race and Urban Scavenger Hunt - BC Lung Association hosts Saturday, June 23, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. all over Metro Vancouver. Teams of two sign up to scour Metro Vancouver on foot and by public transit to complete 10 Checkpoint Challenges within a 6-hour time limit. Checkpoint Challenges will test teams’ limits both mentally and physically with the prize of an amazing trip for two around the world. Space is limited: visit www. rushvancouver.ca or call the BC Lung Association at 604-731-5864. Each team must fundraise a minimum $200 by event day, June 23. Ukrainian Soul Food – perogies, cabbage rolls and borsch available Friday, April 27 at a fundraiser from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 - 108 Ave., Surrey. Eat-in, take away, or ready for your freezer. Info: 604-531-1923 or 604-581-0313. Jason Buie Band & The Compound Blues Band - Saturday, April 21 at the Paciﬁc Inn Resort,

their 55th show since becoming a society. Advance tickets $20, available https://tickets.surrey.ca or call 604 542 6515. Find Your Family in the Library - Saturday, May 12, 2-3 p.m., join Brenda L. Smith at the City of Langley Library for your first steps in locating and assessing library resources. This presentation explains how libraries support family history research, the differences between libraries and archival collections, and how to assess what you find. Please call or visit to let us know you are coming: 604-514-2855. Valley Concert Society - present Karl Stobbe on violin, Joel Stobbe on cello, and Abbotsford’s own Betty Suderman on piano in concert, Friday, April 20, 7:30 p.m. at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium. Tickets $25 at door or phone 604-859-5192. Website: www.valleyconcertsociety.com Parkinson’s Caregiver Group - in Langley, special peer support group for Parkinson’s caregivers, meet first Wednesday of month starting May 2, 1:30-3 p.m. at Douglas Recreation Centre, 20550 Douglas Cres. A small donation ($2-$3) is required to cover room rental costs. Info: Robbin Jeffereys, Parkinson Society, 1-800-668-3330, 604-662-3240 or rjeffereys@par-

group, meets Monday nights in Aldergrove. Info: Susan at 604856-1138. Russ Crossley - author of 60 E-book titles will speak about Epublishing at the Murrayville Library, Thursday April 19 at 7 p.m. To reserve a seat phone the library at 604-533-0339. Annual Garden Sale & Flea Market - Saturday, April 28, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church, 9025 Glover Rd., Fort Langley. Fabulous garden sale, quality household items, books and scrumptious baking. Coffee, snacks and lunch available. Info at www.standrewsfortlangley.ca Heart Of Stone - the ultimate tribute to the Rolling Stones, Saturday, April 28, Cascades Casino Summit Theatre, Langley (604-530-2211). Tickets $28.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) at www.ticketweb. ca and Casino Guest Services. Learn About Raw Foods - chef Maureen Terrey will teach “Intro to Raw Food Basics Class” on Sat., Apr. 28 from 3-6 p.m. in Abbotsford. All dishes included will be free from gluten, animal products (no dairy, eggs, meat), and sugar. Ingredients used will be fresh organic whole foods. For class fees and schedule visit http://ezrawliving.blogspot.

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Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, gardening questions abound. How does propagation work? Should you mulch around the base or add compost? To prune, or not to prune? Is lime important in your vegetable patch? Look for the Township of Langley’s Grow Healthy, Grow Smart program information in all Township Community Centres, or drop-in at a sponsored workshop at Cedar Rim Nursery during the Garden Experts Weekend, April 28 and 29. Partici-

pate in presentations on natural fruit tree care and organic vegetable gardening, as well as other topics presented by authors of popular gardening books. The Township of Langley’s Grow Healthy, Grow Smart program is hosting a workshop on Buzz Pollination, May 5 from 10 a.m. to noon. Workshop registration is not required. For more information call Langley Environmental Partners Society at 604-532-3511 or visit tol.ca/growhealthygrowsmart

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BROWN, Beverley Joan (nee) Cairnduff Passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on April 11, 2012 at Langley Memorial Hospital. She is survived by her husband Gerry, sons, Mark (Ellen), Gerry jr (Karen), Douglas (Erika), Geoffrey, Grandchildren Jessica, Stacey, Mac, Katie, Trevor, Tanya, Christine, Matthew, Dustin, Erin, Great-grandchildren Connor and Dylan. Beverley Graduated from Magee High School in Vancouver and became a life long educator. She had a long career beginning in the Peace River region where she taught in the Doe river community, commuting to school by horse and buggy. Later she moved to the Langley area, continuing her teaching, where she met Gerry, marrying him in 1954. Son Mark was born in Hope, and the other 3 boys were born in Murrayville. Beverley also taught at Tynehead, Clayton, and East Clayton, making friendships and impacting many students, fellow teachers and administrators, with her work, before retiring in 1987. She had many life long friends outside of teaching, including the minor Hockey associations of North Surrey, Cloverdale, and mutual friends with Gerry from her early days when they first met. She loved her home on the farm in Port Kells and spending time at their cabin on Murphy Lake in the Cariboo. There will be a Family Funeral at Fort Langley Cemetery at 11:00 AM, followed by a Celebration of Life at the Living Waters Assembly at 9095 Glover Road, Fort Langley, starting at 12:00 PM on Saturday, April 21, 2012.

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BC ARTS AND CULTURE WEEK is here! From April 22-28, arts councils & schools in your community are hosting activities of all sorts as part of the celebration. www.bcartsweek.org

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DENIED CANADA PENSION plan disability benefits? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help. Call Allison Schmidt at 1-877-7933222. www.dcac.ca PATIENTS - need a Medical Marijuana Doctor? Growers - want to be a Designated Grower? Info at: www.greenlineacademy.com or 1250-860-8611.

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We require a Purchasing Agent who has several years of purchasing experience in metal fabrication and custom equipment manufacturing. An attractive remuneration package will be offered to a qualified candidate. Reply by Email to jwurz@iem.ca or by fax to 604-513-9905

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HTL Transport LTD. Hiring long haul Class 1 flatdeck drivers to run AB. High Pay & new trucks. Must travel to the U.S. 2 yrs exp & clean drivers abstract.

MORLEY MULDOON TRANSPORT is seeking qualified Heavy Duty Mechanics or Heavy Equipment Technicians, Dispatcher, HR/Safety Supervisor. Fax resume to 780-842-6511 or email to: dispatch.mmt@telus.net

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Black Press has anticipated opportunities for Bindery Workers to assist with the mechanical insertion of advertising flyers into our Lower Mainland newspapers. Applicants must be available to work a variety of scheduled day, evening, night and weekend shifts.

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Industrial Equipment Manufacturing Ltd. (website <iem.ca>) designs and manufactures bulk materials handling equipment typically used in mining, forestry and oil sands. The Company has been in operation since 1955 and is privately owned with an attractive employee ownership program available to all employees. Our 50,000 square foot shop is located in Port Kells, Surrey.

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OWNER OPERATORS & CLASS 1 Company Drivers Surrey Terminal Van Kam Freightways’ group of companies requires Owner Operators and Class 1 Company drivers to be based out of our Surrey Terminal. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving exp./training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. Call Bev at 1-800-663-0900 or send a detailed resume and current driver’s abstract. (For owner operators, provide details of your truck) to: careers@vankam.com Fax, 604-587-9889 Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility. Thank you for your interest however only those of interest to us will be contacted.

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Advertising Sales Consultant The Langley Times, a twice-weekly award-winning newspaper has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time sales person. The successful candidate will have a university or college education or two years of sales experience – preferably in the advertising or retail industry. The ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service is a must. The winning candidate will be a team player and will also be called upon to grow the account list with an aggressive cold calling mandate. The ability to work in a an extremely fast paced environment with a positive attitude is a must. We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan coupled with a strong beneﬁt package. Black Press has over 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless. Please submit your resume with a cover letter by Friday, April 20, 2012 to: Dwayne Weidendorf The Langley Times, #102-20258 Fraser Highway, Langley, B.C. V3A 4R3 or email to publisher@langleytimes.com No phone calls please.

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DL Baker Construction Canada is looking for Field/Engineer Layout Kitimat, BC Canada. Supervise project layouts Responsible for construction quality control, in particular, ensuring that the materials installed in the project are in the proper locations and are the correct materials. Analyze construction drawings for dimensional and quality control purposes and coordinates with the Project Engineer to clarify discrepancies. Use precision computerized equipment to define points of control and ensure the work is being installed true and plump. Responsible for coordinating with other construction trades to ensure that all are using appropriate control points. High School Diploma or equivalent; or 4 to 6 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in Line and Grade Persistent for Perfection This work will start 5/1/12 Please respond to this ad by 5/1/12 Please respond via email by placing Field Engineer in the subject line to patton@bakerconcrete.com

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SHIPPING / PRODUCTION Door distributor & manufacturer has a Full-Time opportunity available for 40hrs./wk. with our growing company. Experience is an asset. Must be career driven to join our dynamic team! Opportunity available for career advancement! Competitive Wages & Beneﬁts!

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CONCRETE FINISHERS and Form Setters. Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete finishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; john@raidersconcrete.com. Cell 780-660-8130. Fax 780-444-7103.

T-MAR INDUSTRIES located in Campbell River is hiring for the position of Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanic. Position comes with a competitive benefit package and applicant must possess a valid driver’s license. Contact Tyson Lambert. Mail: 5791 Duncan Bay Road, Campbell River BC V9H 1N6 Fax: 250-286-9502. Email:tysonlambert@t-mar.com

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Be part of our exciting, worldclass softball tournament, which takes place from June 30 - July 9 in Surrey, BC. We are looking for volunteers in areas such as: scorekeeping, security & parking, transportation, batgirls, tickets & gates, and more! We ask that each volunteer work a minimum of 20 hours. In exchange for your time, each volunteer will receive: • FREE ADMISSION to all playing venues • 1 complimentary item of event apparel • 1 complimentary meal per volunteer shift worked! Call our ofﬁce or visit our website for more info. 604-536-9287 or www.canadianopen fastpitch.com or Attend our next Volunteer meeting for more details. Tuesday, May 1 7:00 pm at the Sandman Signature Hotel, 8828 201 Street, Langley

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Show Tickets: Semi-Finals, April 21st, $20.00 Finals, May 5th, $20.00 Combo Ticket (both shows) $35.00

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Van-cam Freightways Ltd. requires a full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic with truck experience. This position is located at our Surrey Terminal (10155 Grace Road). Applicants should have related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. This is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers. Submit a detailed resume and email/cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889 or call Derek at 604-587-9818 (leave a message) Van Kam is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Environmental Responsibility. Van Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

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CGA- Tax, Audit, Accounting: Call Peter Tel:604-593-5447; www.peternjengaassociates.ca

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SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

329 PAINTING & DECORATING AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

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K-MAC Excavating John Deere 160/Hydraulic Thumb 2ft, 3ft, 5ft buckets Ditches, Drainage, Riding Ring, Ponds Dug Demo’s, Landclearing Sand / Gravel Trucking Available

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Always! Pwr. raking, grass cutting, fertilizing, hedging, pruning, Rubbish rem. Free Est. 604-230-0627 GARDEN TOPSOIL $20 per yard. Delivery available with 5 yard dump trailer. Mushroom manure $10/yard. Small tractor avail. for levelling. 604-768-7571 or 604-856-4255

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L&W Restoration Services Ltd. ■ Certified Painter ■ Wallpaper Installer ■ Pressure Washing ■ Carpet Cleaning Carpentry ■ Flooring ■ Tile Work ■

Commercial◆Retail◆Residential Services

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

NEED HELP MANAGING YOUR DEBT?

www.debtgone.ca Licensed, Government Approved, Canadian Company.

$39 SERVICE CALL plumbing, heating, plugged drains. Big & sm jobs. Ironman Plumbing (604)510-2155

GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627 Best Rates for Class 5 & 7 License Training road test services Instructions in English, Punjabi & Hindi

PLUMBING

$38/HR!Clogged drains,drips,garbs sinks, Reno’s toilets. No job too small! Lic’d/insured. 778-888-9184

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER CLEANING Etc. Rubbish Removal. Pressure Washing, Yard cleanup & trim. Reas rates, FREE EST. Since 1990. (604)854-6469

Call FREE 1-877-220-3328

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

MLG ENTERPRISES All Aspects Landscaping & Garden Solutions

GET PAID TO LOSE WEIGHT. $5,000 For Your Success Story. Personal Image TV Show. Call to Qualify: 416-730-5684 ext 2243. Joanna@mertontv.ca www.mertontv.ca.

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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. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

CLASSICAL/ACOUSTIC Guitar Lessons. Tel: 778-862-2727 www.SoloAcousticGuitar.com

Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic - Truck -

or at the Langley Times ofÀce: 20258 Fraser Hwy.

Sponsored by the Rotary Clubs of Langley

$28.00 - $38.00 per hour based on experience. Commercial roofing co. hiring lead roofers with extensive exp. in commercial roofing, including: two - ply torch, single ply, sloped and metal.

Fax resume: 604-944-2916, Call Adam: 604-944-2977 or e-mail aknipfel@designrooﬁng.ca Visit: www.designrooﬁng.ca

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(Doing Business As “Langley Has Talent”) (In partnership with the Rotary Clubs of Langley, Langley Central, Sunrise & Aldergrove)

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Including: Company Vehicle, Paid Travel, Support Crews, Top Wages, Health/Dental, Pension & Company Uniforms. Must have proven ability to install using RCABC roofing practices and follow WCB regulations.

Support Langley’s Talent! Reserve your ticket today at:

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

DROWNING IN DEBTS? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1 877-556-3500

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SEMI-FINALS: Saturday, April 21, 7-9:30 FINALS: Saturday, May 5, 7-9:30

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

ARCTIC CO-OPERATIVES LIMITED is recruiting Line Cooks and Guest Services positions for Inns North hotels in Nunavut. E-mail your resume to: humanresources@arcticco-op.com or fax: 1-204-632-8575.

F/T Reception/A/P position avail . Must be well organized ,exc.communicaton skills, gen.knowledge of accounting & min. 2 yrs office exp. Email resume to tracey@itb.ca / fax 604-576-1304

PERSONAL SERVICES

24/7 Emergency Restoration Services.

Call or TXT: 604-518-4778 Web:www.lwrestoration.com

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

ADDITIONS, Renovations & New Construction. Concrete Forming & Framing Specialist. 604.218.3064 A SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR. Specializing in Renovation’s. Available for work. 604-532-1710

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PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters. $80. 604-240-5362

NAHAL CONSTRUCTION New and Re-Roof Specialist Residential & Commercial. Shakes, Shingles and Duroid. 25 year of experience. Call for your FREE estimate.

Jas 778-896-4065 Bell 604-339-2765

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 551

RENTALS

GARAGE SALES

706 Kustom Koach. Garage Sale. New/Used RV parts/acces. Apr21 8:30-5, Apr22 11-5. 26875 Fraser Hwy, Aldergrove

Border Collie P/B puppies dob Feb. 18 M-$450: vet ✓ first shot. 604250-4360 or 604-856-7975. CAIRN Terriers. Shots, dewormed. Ready to go to good homes. Over 20 years of referrals. 604-807-5204, 604-592-5442 or 604-854-1978

Yellow Labs, p/b, 5m, 2f, $700, dewormed, vet chkd. Chwk. (604)7947633 (604)997-3040 No Sun. calls.

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REAL ESTATE

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

LITTLE LOAD SPECIALIST. Sand & gravel delivered. Small orders welcome. Topsoil available. Call (604) 532-0662 days/eves.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 503

TREE SERVICES

Tree removal done RIGHT! • Tree & Stump Removal • Certiﬁed Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck • Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging ~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~

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FEED & HAY

ANTIQUES & VINTAGE

LOUIS XV 5 pc bdrm suite, $3,500. French Grandfatehr clock, sirca 1880s, $1,900 obo. (604)832-1857.

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55 Plus 2 BDRM. 2 bath. Quiet seniors park. No smoking sm. dog ok prefer long term. Must pass strata requirements. Lots of storage. $1200 mo. Plus damage deposit. Ph. 778-999-5993.

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AUCTIONS

SUPERB 24TH Annual Auction. Horse drawn carriages & sleighs. Plus incredible offering horse era antiques. Sunday, May 6, 12 Noon, Al Oeming Park; www.aloemingauctions.com. Bodnarus Auctioneering. Phone 306-227-9505. Canada’s Best.

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BUILDING SUPPLIES

SAWMILLS from only $3997 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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FURNITURE

MATTRESSES staring at $99

DIY STEEL BUILDING DEALS! Many sizes and models. Make an offer on clearance buildings today and save thousands of dollars. FREE BROCHURE - 1-800-6685111 ext. 170.

2008 Chrysler Sebring Convert. Grey/grey. Loaded, priced to sell. Please call Richard 778-222-0140. 2008 PONTIAC WAVE, 4 dr sedan, auto, high kms. runs/looks good, white, $3500 firm. 604-538-9257.

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MOTORCYCLES

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SUITES, UPPER

1 & 2 BDRMS, kitchen units avail. to rent weekly or monthly. Please call Canada’s best value, Westward Inn @ 604-534-9238.

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WANTED TO RENT

HARDWORKING country gentleman and his loyal companion (11 yr old dog) wanting 2 bdrm house with yard. Exc. refs., good credit, criminal record check on request. A Canadian veteran, skilled handyman, non drinker, very respectival of others property. John (604)8632208 or 604-315-0649.

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RECREATIONAL/SALE

1970 CHEV 20’ C Class 350 V8, 3on-the-tree stnd trans, runs on prop rec cond heads & valves, 2 way marine fridge, 2 burner prop stove, sink/toilet, sleeps 4. Decent shape, runs great, good tires & brakes, AirCared. $2500 obo. (604)533-5106. 2003 21’ WILDWOOD 5th wheel, light weight, a/c, awning, slide-out beaut cond. $15,900/obo. Free storage till May/2012. 604-287-1127

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

AIRPLANES

CESSNA 180 1976 on 3000 Caps for lease. DeHavilland DHC-2 1957 on 4930 Floats for lease. Van. Is. E-mail; rleroy@telus.net

ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

1967 MUSTANG Conv auto, pb, ps, 289 V8, red on red, white top, GT frond end, exc cond. $29,500 obo. (604)535-0226.

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SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288 The Scrapper

2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

1995 TOYOTA COROLLA, deluxe, air, auto 227,000kms $2300. Call Don 604-535-8101.

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

1998 HYUNDAI ELANTRA - 4 dr, exc. cond. auto, new tires. Aircared for 2 yrs. $3900/obo. 604-828-9496 1998 MERCEDES E320, 4 dr. auto, fully loaded, 80K, local, no accid, $6200/obo. Call 778-881-1216.

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

2000 INFINITY i30, 4 dr. sedan 163,000 kms. good cond. Beige let int. $5500 obo. 604-542-0358.

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

2001 BMW 330i 4 dr. sedan, blk. leather on blk. auto, local, 109k, sun. roof, all pwr. options. Very clean. $10,900 604.312.7415

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $6000 firm. Call 604-538-4883 2009 NISSAN PATHFINDER SE White, Black int. New tires. 58,000 miles. $25,000. 778-232-0803.

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2004 NISSAN SENTRA 4 dr. Aircared, p/w, p/l, keyless ent. $3750. 604-572-0890 or 778-908-3401.

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2004 VOLKWAGEN TD 4/dr sedan, fully loaded, leather interior,sunroof, blue, 157K. 1 Owner. Mint cond! $10,900/obo. Call 778-240-1966.

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2004 VW JETTA S/W, diesel, 185 km, new tires, battery, inj. pump. $8,900 obo. Phone (604)530-5529. 2005 LEXUS RX330, 65,000 miles, no accid., 2nd owner, all pwr, very clean, $19,000. Call 604-722-4264.

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BOATS

ALUMINUM BOAT WANTED, 10’, 12’ or 14’, with or without motor or trailer, will pay cash, 604-319-5720

EDITION

AUTO FINANCING

TRUCKS & VANS

2002 CHEVY VENTURA SL153Kms. No accidents, alarm, keyless, all power, a/c, clean , Air Cared, $3200: (604)502-9912 2006 MAZDA B3000, black, 4 door, 1 owner, 100,000 km’s. Exc cond. $8595 obo. 604-562-4168.

MARINE

2001 HONDA ACCORD-4 dr. sedan, 4 cyl. auto, local, silver w/ grey cloth, 161k, pwr. options, A/C, very clean in/out. $5450 / 604.312.7415

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

MOTORCYCLE HAULER, triple or single, large lockable utility box for all your gear. Wide easy load alum. ramp incl. $1395. Ph. 778-888-6805

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660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

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• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

HAY FOR SALE First Cut, $4.00 a bale. Call (604)856-4888

TRANSPORTATION

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

SUITES, LOWER

STEEL BUILDING - BLOWOUT SALE! 20X26 $5,199. 25X28 $5,799. 30X42 $8,390. 32X56 $11,700. 40X50 $14,480. 47X76 $20,325. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

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2003 MUSTANG GT Convertible, V8, red exterior, black leather interior. Mach 1000 stereo. Traction Control, Exc cond. 73,000kms. $10,000/obo. Call (604)788-0718

TRANSPORTATION

2 Bedroom brand new Legal suite for rent. West Abbotsford near Swensson park. Available now! All new appliances. Above ground. Separate laundry. Non smoker , no pets please! $800 + utilities per mo. Call 604-864-8122 for details!

806 615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

Always! deliver Top soil, bark mulch, sand & gravel. 7days/wk. Simon 604-230-0627 will spread

10 YEARS exp installation of Glass, Stone, Ceramic tile. Call 604-9104528 for a free estimate.

MISC. FOR SALE

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS

**HOME PHONE RECONNECT** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid Long Distance Specials! Feature Package Specials! Referral Program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to Connect! 1-866-287-1348.

RUBBISH REMOVAL

TILING

2003 IMPALA, 60,000 km, like new, all power, good tires, $7,000 obo. Phone (604)531-3840.

ALDERGROVE May 1. 2 bdrm., comes with f/s, w/d, strg. shed, N/S. Refs. $775 mo. 604-341-3205

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

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LANGLEY, lrg 1 bdrm & den, 4 appl + inste W/D, F/P. Immed. $950/mo. Cat okay. Call: (604)936-0739

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

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CARS - DOMESTIC

2002 BMW 325i sporty 4 dr, sunroof, auto, loaded out, Sanchez red w/blk int, only 80K’s, mint cond, $12,900 obo. (604)541-0018.

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FAWN PUG PUPPIES - ready to go. Have shots, vet checked. Adorable. $650/ea. (604)607-0207

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APARTMENT/CONDO

ALDERGROVE MINT 2 bdrm, 2 bath + den. Sec. prkng. Near shops & schools. 6 high eff. appl.,granite, $1200/mo. (778)879-9778

CANE CORSO MASTIFF, shots, dewormed, tails cropped, vet ✓ $1,000. Call 604-826-7634.

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

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CARS - DOMESTIC

1988 Chrysler LeBaron 2.2 turbo, burgundy, leather int, near new top, exc cond, $2500. (604)858-8332

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I Live in Aldergrove. I Sell in Aldergrove. Aldergrove. Call the Aldergrove specialist... Ready to move, when you are.

Make your Dream 604-857-1100 realestate@danflokstra.com a Reality! Dan an F lokstr lokstra a .COM 27908 TRESTLE AVE.

$548,900

Check out this quality built home in West Abby. 9’ ! ITE SU L GA LE ceilings up and down - all the extras you would want. This home has a very bright suite. Full sundeck plus patio. 3 bedrooms up, 3 bedrooms down - available immediately!

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26258 - 60TH AVE.

604-857-1100

$1,150,000

Gorgeous 1628 sq. ft. rancher, has partially finished full basement, roughed-in plumbing for 3rd bathroom or in-law suite - with attached 2000 sq. ft. heated shop. Also has 1200 sq ft. modular home with its own 24 x 26 garage.

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Dan Flokstra

2056 MCKENZIE RD.

604-857-1100

$309,900

ABBOTSFORD RANCHER with PARTIAL BASEMENT

Very neat & clean, 3 bedroom rancher - close to town and public transportation. 3 Piece ensuite, gas fireplace, large lot - garage & separate bike room.

YA GOTTA SEE THIS ONE! - GOOD PRICE - GOOD HOUSE -

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6141 - 264TH STREET

604-857-1100

$899,900

5 ACRES OK… OK…this is worth a second look – 1900 sq.ft. on main house plus 2 detached suites in a good location. You will not be disappointed, all very neat and clean, here. Very cool floor plan – an easy place to make home.

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604-857-1100

2883 - 264TH AVE.

$1,589,000

$549,900

27031 - FRASER HWY.

19.5 ACRES

Out of ALR! 2,000 sq. ft home plus 48’x26’ shop on 2.27 acres. 2 road frontages, large graveled area, designated industrial. Take a look here – a safe investment. I always invest in land for security in the future.

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604-857-1100

$298,900

#106 5498 267TH ST

A VERY UNIQUE SITUATION!

NEW PRICE!

1000 sq ft of 2 bedroom living quarters above 1000 sq ft of warehouse in Gloucester Estates, zoned Industrial, its all legal nothing to worry about here. Take a look you will be impressed. Quick possession possible.

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Dan Flokstra

604-857-1100

$2,995,000

25926 FRASER HWY

Look to the future here with this unbeatable location with over 1000 ft of frontage on Fraser Hwy, 2 homes on property with sewer and water connected already . Looking to invest in a great location for the future then this is worth a second look for sure, currently still in the ALR.

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Dan Flokstra

604-857-1100

26635 30A AVENUE

NEED SPACE?

$396,000

Very unique floor plan in this 1800 sq. ft. home situated on a 5700 sq. ft. lot. close to schools, with sideyard, RV parking – could be extra parking if you want to suite it. Have a look – make your offer. Call Dan!

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Dan Flokstra

604-857-1100

Currently rented - about 10,000 sq. ft. - buildable C-2 Zoned 1 Acre – and / or renovate the house to an office. Invest now and wait for redevelopment. Possibilities here?

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604-857-1100

$489,900

27590 - 33A AVENUE

Home plus large barn in great area. Property all cleared, make your offer!

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2825 - 256TH STREET

604-857-1100

$1,995,000

37 ACRES – HOME PLUS LARGE BARNS Check this out, it’s all here! A large 3,700 sq ft home on a beautiful property. Large dairy barn’s plus tons of hay storage 80’x180’ clear span main barn, square piece of property with fantastic building site. Spring is coming, take a look here - property has a slight southern slope.

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604-857-1100

#101-5570-268 STREET

GLOUCESTER

$439,900

2 bedroom 2 bathroom residential unit over 2268 sq ft of industrial unit great location in Gloucester and available for immediate possession. Zoned industrial it’s a legal suite so nothing to worry about here.

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Dan Flokstra

604-857-1100

$537,900

27145 35 AVE.

4 LEVEL SPLIT – QUARTER ACRE! This home is almost 3200 sq.ft. and has an inlaw suite as well. Big house, Big lot, Big location – privacy beyond belief – home needs updating but very solid. Separate detached garage/ shop – check it out today and call Dan!

$1,590,000

359 - 240 ST

SWEETHEART DEAL!

Fully finished up and down with 2 bedroom suite, 9’ ceilings, very clean. Great floor plan upstairs - air conditioned, fantastic ensuite, backs onto acreage. Close to schools in great new subdivision.

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26960 25A AVE.

$649,900

2 STOREYS & FULLY FINISHED BASEMENT Over 3600 sq. ft. of manicured “up-to-date”, “you-will-be-impressed” home. Superior finishing, hardwood, crown mouldings, granite countertops, coffered ceilings, custom everything - high ceilings open concept - 2 bedrooms have ensuites. No expense spared here. Step up and make your dreams a reality.

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#77 - 19649 - 53RD AVE.

604-857-1100

$319,900

55+ GATED COMMUNITY

Look no further than Huntﬁeld Green in Langley. 1,286 sq ft, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, vaulted ceilings. Single garage, large covered patio in private backyard. Large master bedroom, & ensuite, extra wide hallways, end unit. Very well maintained unit & community. Quick possession possible.

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26641 FRASER HWY, ALDERGROVE • 604-857-1100

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RE/MAX ALDERGROVE www.fraservalleyrealestate.net

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MURRY GM NO COMPARISON. NO COMPROMISE.

$ UP TO

FORD.

8,000 1000 IT’S BACK

2004 SILVERADO 3500HD

2007 AVEO LS Low KM’s, auto, climate control, CD player

ELIGIBLE COSTCO MEMBERS RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL

MANUFACTURER REBATES

AS LOW AS

Pre-owned vehicles

7,900

% 72FINANCING 48

Dually diesel, auto, power group, locking diff

25,900

P7156A

C0334A

APR

FOR UP TO

MONTH PURCHASE OR

MONTH LEASE

ON MOST NEW 2012 FOCUS & FIESTA MODELS.

8 passenger leather seating, power sunroof, memory seat Loaded

Auto, hatchback, A/C, climate control, CD player

SEE DEALER FOR DETAILS.

CK BAUM H I TC AN HA TIT

2011 YUKON XL

2006 SWIFT

LONGER TERMS ALSO AVAILABLE AT OTHER RATES.

2012 FORD FIESTA

6 SPEED GFT AUTO, ALLOY WHEELS, 6 SPEAKER AUDIO SYSTEM, ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM, SYNC HANDS FREE, SPORT APPERANCE PKG, FRONT LED MARKER SYSTEM, CRUISE CONTROL, SPORT BUCKETS.

7,900

38,900

$ P7162A

P7151A

#FEC79933

MSA FORD SALE PRICE O FF $100 0 MOS

D T MO

ELS

COSTCO MEMBER FINANCE CASH

FINAL SALE PRICE

0% DOWN $109 BI-WEEKLY

19,849 2,096 $ 2,760

14,993

TAXES INCLUDED

2006 MALIBU MAXX

2012 ESCAPE XLT

Low KMs, remote start, sunroof, A/C, CD player

6 SPEED AUTO, AIR, SIRIUS SATELLITE RADIO, CARGO PKG, ALUMINUM WHEELS, LOCKABLE HIDDEN WET TRUNK, CRUISE, CONVENIENCE PKG, SYNC VOICE HANDS FREE, PWR GROUP. #EAC50112

MSA FORD SALE PRICE MSA REBATE O FF $100 0 MOS

D T MO

ELS

COSTCO MEMBER FINANCE CASH

ONE WEEK ONLY. OFFER EXPIRES APRIL 23, 8PM

28,699 $ 6,780 $ 1,000 $ 1,000

19,919

• • • •

2012 FORD FUSION SE

6 SPEED AUTO, POWER GROUP, SIRIUS SATELITE RADIO, AIR CONDITIONING, CRUISE CONTROL & TILT, ANTI-THEFT. #FNC24008

MSA SALE PRICE O FF $100 0 MOS

D T MO

ELS

COSTCO

FINAL SALE PRICE

0% DOWN $133.72 BI-WEEKLY TAXES INCLUDED

26,299

18,889 $ 1,000

34,900

P7168A

THE GM OPTIMUM ADVANTAGE

MSA FORD PRICE

P7159A

Summer is here! Auto, leather, rear park assist, Onstar

Manufacturer’s Warranty Exchange Privilege 150+ Point Inspection 24hr Roadside Assistance

17,889

Payments based on biweekly payments, 96 month amortization, 6.99% APR, On approved credit. All prices and payments net of Ford incentives.

DL #795

SINCE 1951

YEAR S

msaford.com

604.857.2293

MT. LEHMAN RD

1S 6 YEAR

OLD YALE RD TRANS CANAD A HWY

Abbotsford Hwy #1 Exit 83

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DL #30735

Our Reputation is your Guarantee

Prices do not include taxes, license & admin fee of $399.

FINAL SALE PRICE

9,900

2011 CAMARO CONVERTIBLE