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Crackdown coming for party buses Maple Ridge family welcomes more enforcement by Moni s ha M a r tin s staff reporter

The recent death of a teen on a party bus is pushing the province to consider a crack down on the entire industry. “I want to make it very clear that I am willing to suspend the licences of companies that break the law,” said B.C.’s Transportation Minister Mary Polak. “As a mother, and as Minister of Transportation, I will not tolerate unsafe practices that put our young people at risk.” Polak’s promise of more scrutiny came one month after Ernest Azoadam collapsed on a party bus in Surrey. The 17-year-old was rushed to hospital, but never regained consciousness. The exact cause of his death is unknown, but police found evidence of alcohol on board the bus. see Party, p9

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Cirque du Lézard Kindergarten student Alissa Kilborn walks along a beam using an umbrella for balance during Cirque du Lézard at Eric Langton elementary on Thursday. Students from kindergarten to Grade 7 took part in the event, performing various circus disciplines including gymnastics and plate spinning learned during a recent three-day workshop. Donations were collected for the Friends in Need Food Bank. see video @ mapleridgenews.com.

Street ministry moving on No longer to host dinners for homeless at CEED centre by Phil M elnyc h u k staff reporter

The street ministry community suppers, during which people come together on Saturday nights to build support and get to know one another, will meet one last time at the CEED Centre in Port

Haney this week, then have to find a new home. The centre, dedicated to community education on environment and development, has been hosting the outreach meals for the past 21 months, but has been asked by the District of Maple Ridge to go elsewhere, said manager Christian Cowley. The CEED Centre society owns the building, at 223rd Street and 117th Avenue, but leases the land on which it sits from the

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municipality. “We weren’t told to leave. It was suggested that we do so,” Cowley added. The district asked the street ministry organizers to find a new place after at least two people complained about crime or litter, needles or noise from the dinners. They are run by volunteers, mostly from St. George’s Anglican Church. They make soups, casseroles, and caldrons of hot coffee for anyone in the area who’s hungry.

Robert Mitchell, a one-time church deacon who lived and worked in Port Haney, started the street ministry around 2004, at first walking the streets, handing out sandwiches, then holding larger events, such as barbecues, in front of his business. He died in 2010 from brain cancer. The meals have since been held at the CEED Centre. Cowley says that only about a quarter to a third of guests are homeless. see Ministry, p8

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‘Gold stars’ Maple Ridge council wants the provincial government to cough up some money and re-open Riverview Hospital as a centre for mental health care and support. The district is hoping other municipalities feel the same way at the Lower Mainland Local Government Association annual convention in May in Harrison Hot Springs. The resolution was to be discussed at Tuesday’s council meeting and points out that Riverview has a proven history for such treatment, with much of the infrastructure already in place. It also says that there’s currently a lack of treatment and housing for the mentally ill, which hurts people and puts “severe” financial and social burdens on local communities. The phased closure of Riverview Hospital was announced in 1990, while the last 40 patients were moved out in 2012. Another resolution on Tuesday’s agenda calls for the provincial government to make the Office of the Seniors Advocate an independent office, reporting to the entire legislature, rather than report to the Minister of Health. It says that seniors issues affect many areas, such as transportation and income support, not just the Ministry of Health. Maple Ridge is also asking that Lower Mainland Local Government Association ask the provincial government for money for the B.C. Association of Agricultural Fairs, in order to keep going the 50 agricultural fairs across B.C. Maple Ridge celebrates its Country Fest July 27 and 28. “These are gold star resolutions,” said Mayor Ernie Daykin.

Former pub, restaurant was destroyed by fire by Phil M elnyc h u k staff reporter

At one time, it was the first Don Cherry’s Sports Grill in western Canada, and before that a popular and reputable restaurant off the Haney Bypass. Now, the building has been ordered demolished, following a Maple Ridge council decision Monday. “Maybe they should send a picture of Don Cherry’s (to Don Cherry). He’d like to see it taken care of as well,” said Coun. Al Hogarth, as council voted to destroy the building that once held The Gourmet Hideaway Restaurant, and more recently, Don Cherry’s at the bottom of 224th Street. Once the order is given, the building owner has a month to do the tear down and two weeks to appeal the order. The property at 11598 – 224th St., is owned by High Class Holdings. The Don Cherry’s bar had been closed before the fire struck. “This will go a long way to help the neighbourhood,” said Mayor Ernie Daykin. According to a staff report, a fire on Aug. 30, 2011 gutted the place and no work has been done on the building since. Council looked at photos of the interior, showing tables and chairs in the same place they were when the fire struck. Gaping holes are in walls, chairs are lined up in a row at the bar, seemingly awaiting reupholstering and new customers, while charred timbers hang from the ceiling. While the big windows are boarded up with plywood, the building has

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Don Cherry’s Sports Grill, in the former Gourmet Hideaway building at the south end of 224th Street, has already closed when the fire occurred on Aug. 30, 2011. been entered at least seven times, bylaws director Liz Holitzki told council. The report notes that electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems have all been either removed or damaged beyond repair. As well, many doors and windows are broken, while 65 per cent of the interior has been damaged by fire or exposure to the elements. Mould is growing inside. Fire chief Dane Spence listed his own safety concerns after a November 2012 inspection, such as lack of drywall to stop fire spread, an accumulation of combustible junk, and broken glass and sharp objects which could hurt any firefighter entering the building. “The building is not habitable and I find that these premises are now in such a state of disrepair that a fire

starting in them will spread rapidly and endanger life and property.” Anyone who was in the building when a fire started, was at risk, said the report. “Firefighters will not be able to enter this structure to safely fight a fire or rescue anyone that might be inside the structure.” The old building also threatens a new condo building next door that’s almost ready to open, as well as historic Haney House beside it. Spence concludes that the building should either be repaired or torn down. Coun. Bob Masse wanted to know why Monday was the first he’d heard of the order and noted that for other properties, there was more commu-

nication between the property owner and the district before the demolition order. But Holitzki explained later that fire and building inspection reports consider the building beyond repair. If the owners believe that the building can be saved, they can make that case during an appeal of the order. She wasn’t aware of the state of negotiations between the insurance company and owners. Under the order made under the Community Charter, if the hazardous materials aren’t removed and the building torn down and the material, including foundation, hauled away and the excavation filled in within 30 days, then the district can do the work and bill the owner’s property taxes.

Maple Ridge teachers’ union wants funding confrontation Trustees still looking to cut $6 million by Nei l Corbe tt staff reporter

Six weeks before an election is the perfect time for the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows school board to confront the provincial government over education funding, says the local teachers’ association president. Local trustees are protesting a level of government funding that could see them forced to cut as much as $6 million in costs out of the district’s $129

million operating budget for the 2013-2014 school year. At their March 13 meeting, trustees decried the low funding levels, and decided to seek the support of other boards – many across the province are experiencing a similar budgetary dilemma – to lobby the government for more money. But Maple Ridge Teachers Association president George Serra urges more radical action – the board should pass a needs budget, he says. School boards cannot set local tax rates, and are required by law to pass a balanced budget with the amount of funding provided by the province – based roughly on a per-pupil formula of almost

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Liberals address issues in outreach report NDP to release platform in April by Phil M elnyc h u k staff reporter

The Liberals weren’t sorry to see the end of the legislative session last week. The final report into government’s ethnic outreach plan shows government workers used public resources to do Liberal party work in reaching out to ethnic communities. The government’s report into the Multicultural Strategic Outreach Plan said some officials didn’t separate their partisan and government work, and there was “inappropriate” activ- Dalton ity hiring “community liaison contractors.” It also says private e-mails were used to avoid freedom of information requests and there were two “serious instances of g o v e r n m e n t Bocking resources being misused.” Liberal MLA Marc Dalton said the government accepts the report. “It was a tough report, but necessary,” he added. “We wanted all the facts to get out there and they’re out there. It stands in stark contrast to what the NDP has done,” regarding use of NDP MLA constituency money for caucus purposes. “There was certainly a blurring of lines between political staffers.” The report identifies former ministry communications director Brian Bonney as spending about half of his work time on partisan activities. Bonney was paid $124,000 over 18 months, when a group of

premier’s office staff and other government employees developed a plan to hire three ethnic outreach contractors. A September 2012 strategy memo leaked to the NDP detailed a plan to organize ethnicthemed events, apologies for historic wrongs, such as the head tax on Chinese immigrants, and efforts to compile lists of ethnic community members for use by the B.C. Liberal Party in the coming election campaign. Only one contractor began work, and was paid $6,800 before the program was terminated. Both Bonney’s conduct and the hiring of the contractor with a political role are what the report identifies as “serious breaches” of the oath taken by all government employees. Four deputy ministers conducted the review in 14 days collecting, 10,000 pages of documents and directing a forensic analysis of electronic data from government systems. “We took action and there will be changes,” said Dalton, also pointing out that NDP leader Adrian Dix had to resign because he changed the date on a memo when he was chief of staff to Premier Glen Clark. Dalton said the most recent scandal affects politicians on both sides of the political spectrum who try to do their best as elected officials. “It taints everybody and it taints me.” During the campaign for the May 14 election, Dalton said he’ll run on his record as MLA for the last four years, “which is serving the community, with all my efforts – and I

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Blurring the line The report by deputy minister John Dyble into the conduct of government staffers confirms the worst — a number of people on the public payroll were busy doing Liberal party business, and ignoring clear government directives not to do so. Whether this was to do with ethnic outreach or swing voters is irrelevant. What is relevant is that there was no clear demarcation between partisan and government work, and people at a high level in the premier’s office knew and approved of this. If people want to engage in partisan work and are on the government payroll, they have a right to so — on their time off. While they are working for the government on projects like ethnic outreach, those projects need to be for government purposes. The provincial government and the B.C. Liberal Party are not one and the same. While the NDP initially raised this serious case of the blurring of partisan and government roles, the party does not have completely clean hands. It has since come out that four-time NDP candidate Gabriel Yiu has been on the payroll of the NDP caucus – which gets its funds from taxpayers. This issue was raised by auditor-general John Doyle while he was looking into the lack of accounting and transparency of the legislature itself. While Yiu did not mix government and party work (his party is in opposition), and the former legislative comptroller signed off on NDP caucus members using part of their constituency funds to pay Yiu, this looks more like a situation where the party made a job for him, at taxpayers’ expense, while waiting for the next election. The lack of transparency and accountability in legislature accounts has made it easy to blur the line between party and government business. And,despite Doyle’s report into this mismanagement of tax dollars, neither party has completely committed to fixing this mess. The report from Dyble will do little to restore public confidence in the current government, particularly as these actions were taking place within the premier’s office, and in the run-up to the election. However, the fact that the NDP has paid former candidates to do political work with tax dollars is also troubling. It all makes it that much harder for voters to decide which candidate and party to choose when they cast their ballots. “None of the above” is not on the ballot. – Black Press

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Both parties have betrayed us VICTORIA – There was some public business conducted in the final frantic days of the B.C. legislature session last week, but you likely wouldn’t have heard much about it. Premier Christy Clark’s skimpy governing agenda was overshadowed by the B.C. Views delivery of an internal Tom Fletcher investigation report into her government’s ethnic outreach program. A review by four deputy ministers detailed what reporters already knew from a memo and meeting notes leaked to the NDP. The plan started in the premier’s office, led by Clark’s deputy chief of staff, who resigned as soon as it was made public. A B.C. Liberal Party employee attended the first meeting, expressly intended to organize events to impress immigrant communities, then harvest the goodwill in the form of contact lists for the coming election campaign. After 10,000 e-mails were collected and 27 interviews conducted, they revealed a few significant details. Former multiculturalism minister John Yap knew or should have known that the scheme was being kept secret because it was an inappropriate use of government resources. He won’t be back in cabinet, although Clark said he intends to run for re-election in Richmond-Steveston. Yap’s executive assistant resigned when the report came out, admitting he helped

cover the tracks of political meddling in the hiring of three outreach contractors with sufficient loyalty to the party. Clark insists she knew nothing of this plan. She tabled the investigation report, and then announced that the B.C. Liberal Party had written a $70,000 cheque to the government to cover the estimated cost of the inappropriate political work done by non-political staff. Here’s the part taxpayers may not fully appreciate. There are authorized political staffers all over the legislature, in the premier’s office, the opposition leader’s office and two teams of caucus employees who spend much of their time digging up dirt on the other party. All are paid by you and me. A line is crossed only when a non-political employee such as a ministry communications director acts on behalf of the party. The main offender in that capacity was one Brian Bonney, whose records suggested he spent half of his time on party work. He quit in February, before the plan was leaked, and the party paid back half of his salary for the 18 months he was on the public payroll. NDP outrage over this was blunted by another leaked document. This one was from a never-released 2010 report by Auditor General John Doyle, which condemned a five-year program of skimming money from NDP constituency office budgets all over the province and using it for political work. In a nice bit of symmetry, much of the more than $400,000 was spent to put three-time candidate Gabriel Yiu on the NDP caucus payroll. Yiu’s VancouverFraserview candidate page boasts of his ethnic outreach work, which included

tirelessly warning B.C.’s Chinese community about the evils of the harmonized sales tax. In fact, it was the NDP-Yiu operation that inspired a B.C. Liberal copycat plan. The NDP quietly stopped the budget skimming after Doyle pointed out the blindingly obvious, which is that constituency funds are to serve constituents and are not to be diverted to political organizing.

The NDP quietly stopped the budget skimming after Doyle pointed out the blindingly obvious, which is that constituency funds are to serve constituents and are not to be diverted to political organizing. It was kept under wraps by the secretive Legislative Assembly Management Committee. This is the B.C. Liberal-NDP co-managed trough of undocumented MLA expenses and other questionable payments that Doyle has only recently dragged into the light. Both of these schemes have the same stink. Both are intentional abuse of taxpayers’ money for the political gain of the dominant parties. There is no moral high ground for either of them. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com (tfletcher@blackpress.ca).

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The News/letters So long garbage, wood smoke whiners Editor, The News: I moved to Maple Ridge 12 years ago and was surprised that we did not have garbage collection, only recycling. What a great concept, I thought, and was very pleased to participate. I recycle everything that I can; I have a garden compost and we do not waste food. As a result, I only get one full garbage can every three months, which I take to work with me to dispose of. I have zero household garbage cost, and even if I went to the dump, the annual fee would be $40. I read all the comments by people saying we should have municipal garbage collection and all pay $300-plus a year for this service. What is wrong with these people? There are private contractors that will do this service for them. Why should I pay hundreds more to offset their garbage bills when they should cut down on waste and help the environment? Maybe if making a phone call to get a contractor is too difficult for these people, they should move to where it is done for them. And while they are going, take the people who complain about the wood-burning stoves and smells from the farms with them. Tony Allen Maple Ridge

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Time now to built alternate route Editor, The News: I have been a resident of Rock Ridge for several years. On Friday, around 7 p.m., while returning home, I encountered a road block on Fern Crescent. There had been, unfortunately, an automobile accident –two vehicles collided head on. Along with many others, I had to wait well over an hour before I could get to my house. People trying to leave Rock Ridge were also unable to do so. I asked several years ago why we are

spending more than $1 million to widen a stretch of Fern Cres., from 232nd Street to Eagles Hall, when the following section is narrow, winding and lined with trees right to the edge of the pavement? A while ago, a tree fell on a power line at Fern and 232nd, closing the road for more than eight hours. I was under the impression when I moved to Rock Ridge that a second access road would be built, after the development was complete – with about 3,500 homes. Say each one has two ve-

hicles. That’s 7,000 a day travelling in and out of the area, not including those in surrounding neighbourhoods. When building a community of that size, basically on the side of a mountain, shouldn’t the roads be in place first? I understand that development fees are charged for such infrastructure, and trust that such funds are secured. I would also suggest it is time to use them, to built an alternate route. Ray Trimble Maple Ridge

Someone please explain why wall was replaced Editor, The News: I was surprised to learn from a TransLink engineer last week that the new, $817,000 sound wall leading to the Golden Ears Bridge will not buffer noise much different than the existing one. This information was given to people in Pitt Meadows, but a decision was made to build a new wall. If this information is fact, and the existing wall is sold to Metro Vancouver, as planned, the sale will not recover tax dollars. Taxpayers fund both TransLink and Metro.

When the original cost of the existing wall (say $500,000) is added to the cost to remove it – dismantle, transport, store, along with professional and administrative fees – it appears this is a very expensive project, with little or no benefit to taxpayers. Why replace the wall? Before the Maple Ridge industrial park was established, both local councils agreed a sound barrier berm would be built between the industrial area and Pitt Meadows residents, east of the Katzie Slough. Could investigation, insight, planning, free material, tipping fees (same

as paid to Pitt Meadows airport) have completed an improved, environmentally friendly sound berm, with trees and shrubbery to filter exhaust gases? Should mayors and councillors be responsible for decisions with little benefit to taxpayers? Who represents Pitt Meadows on TransLink? And at what cost? Ken Joyner Pitt Meadows Editor’s note: Maple Ridge Mayor Ernie Daykin represents Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows on the Mayors’ Council on Regional Transportation

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He added if Cowley has advice, he wants to see it in writing. “If Mr. Cowley seems to think he’s holier than thou, I’d like to see him walk on water under the Residential Tenancy Office.” Daykin said one single location isn’t to blame for the social problems in the area and that being a landlord can be a challenge. He manages Maple Towers complex on 222nd Street on a part-time basis and said he got fooled recently by allowing a bad tenant. So far, Maple Ridge council hasn’t raised the topic of Hogarth’s management of the property. “The community can do that,” Daykin said.

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‘Put safeguards in place, not shut down industry’ Party from front

Ministry staff are set to meet with party bus operators on Thursday to make sure companies understand their responsibilities and obligations. Polak stressed that a failure to comply with regulations by allowing passengers to drink alcohol on board will have serious consequences for the bus companies. “Quite simply, failure to comply will result in the suspension of their license,” she added. “We are also reviewing the licensing framework to identify ways to further strengthen our ability to monitor party buses and impose sanctions.” Julie Raymond, whose

daughter Shannon died in 2008 after taking ecstasy and drinking alcohol on a party bus, is optimistic there will be changes. “It’s too late for Shannon and Ernest, but hopefully whatever measures are taken will prevent another family from losing a child,” said Raymond, a Maple Ridge resident. Raymond and her other daughter Danielle have asked to attend Thursday’s meeting with transportation ministry staff. Raymond does want the entire industry to get shut down, but to see proper regulations in place to prevent deaths. “I hope that the changes are reasonable enough that they

will provide a safe place to be. You can’t just shut the businesses down. The intent is to put safeguards in place. They certainly aren’t there now,” she added. Raymond wants bus drivers to have first-aid training and all companies to require chaperones when underage passengers are on board. The District of Maple Ridge, meanwhile, has asked the RCMP to step up enforcement locally. The district’s substance misuse committee is also applying for a federal grant to educate parents about the risks of underage drinking and its effects on brain development. Part of

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frastructures. A comparison of metered rates in other municipal jurisdictions in 2012 shows that Pitt Meadows’ rates are less than those charged by the other municipalities surveyed. Grout said the chal-

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Local home construction professionals honoured at provincial award ceremony “ from page 17 Portrait Homes added to their great reputation for customer service with the Customer Choice Georgie Award for Multi-Family Low-Rise Production Builder. “We value awards for customer satisfaction above all others!,” says Dave Wallace, Chief Operating Officer for Portrait Homes. “We work very hard creating a stellar customer experience and the Customer Choice award is a huge win for our whole team!” This year, the Platinum Georgie Award was given to Concert Real Estate Corporation. The Platinum Award honours companies who have won 25 or more Georgie Awards. “It is a tremendous honour to have been repeatedly recognized by the CHBA BC and the Georgie Awards as among the best of the best within the province’s home building industry,” says David Podmore, chairman and CEO of Concert Properties Ltd. “Recognized both within the industry and by the public in general as showcasing dedication to superior standards, these Awards reflect our commitment to delivering top-quality homes backed by superior customer service.” Other winners at the awards include G. Wilson Construction for Best Residential Renovation $800,000 and Over and Adera Development Corporation for Sustainable and Innovative Community for seven35 and Salesperson of the Year in New Home Construction for Stephanie Sonnenberg at Salus, zen and Breeze. Among the winners in the marketing categories was MAC Marketing Solutions for Best Logo, Best Brochure and Best Project-Specific Website for various projects. They were also the recipient of the Grand Georgie Award for Marketing Campaign of the Year for Cressey’s Meccanica. For a fullMyHouse_RenoNation_GeorgieAd_.pdf list of winners and to see photos of of the proj1 all 13-03-14 1:29 ects, visit www.georgieawards.ca.

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Finding a use for those reclaimed pieces By Maggie Calloway An interior design style which has great appeal is mixing modern, with sometimes very stark lines, with pieces made of reclaimed wood and even old machinery repurposed into functional furniture. The advantage of repurposing old boards and machinery is they are mostly one-of-a-kind and as such much more interesting. Craig Pearce, principal of Union Wood Supply Co., is passionate about aging objects of industrial origin and designing and building with reclaimed wood. In fact, he cheerfully admits he was born into the wrong era. After “making his bones” working with a rustic log cabin furniture maker, Pearce went on to furnish his home with his own designs then filled the demands from friends. It was a natural next step to form Union Wood Supply Co. “As far as finding architectural salvage goes I have spent many years doing this as a hobby. I have travelled all over North America and made many great contacts,” he says. “I still travel a lot because salvagers usually specialize in one or two things and I want as much variety as possible so I still need to hit the road. We go to cities we know has some good old industrial history and start checking it out.” Even talking about the “hunt” as he calls it, you can hear his excitement. “We just got back from Oakland, California and bought a couple of pieces from an antique dealer. When we got talking he said if we wanted to look at some industrial pieces we should meet him at an isolated warehouse,” Pearce says. “This is how we find some great

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Let there be light: finding great lighting takes some research By Maggie Calloway So you are all excited about your impending renovation. You have met with your architect, chosen a contractor and are all ready to begin … or are you? One professional who should be part of the team from the beginning is a lighting professional, which is not to be confused with an electrician. This oftenforgotten professional is key to how you will live in your renovated home and, even more importantly, how you will feel in the space going forward. Greg Chambers of Light The Store couldn’t agree more. “I advise clients to do some homework, go through publications, magazines and the like and see how everything fits together. When they get a sense of what they want and what feeling they want to create in the space, consult with a lighting designer,” he says. “The one thing which changes a space the most is lighting and some people are very much affected by lighting so it is very critical to the success of the project.” Delores Ginthner of the University of Minnesota has done research into the effect of lighting on how we feel and how we use space. “Thinking about the layers of light and how light affects the users of a space on both a psychological and behavioural level will present you with a mental lighting design concept when someone asks how you light a certain space,” she says. “Lighting is a key factor in helping the space meet the intent of its owner and the needs of its users. Keep that in mind, and remember that often incorporating a lighting designer into the design team could be quite beneficial to the outcome.” “It is a huge advantage when clients bring their plans or drawings into our showroom because we can review the lighting specifica-

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tions and show how it will look in the space. This is the point where changes can be made if the client does not feel comfortable with the degree of light, the intensity, etc.,” Chambers says. “We have the ability to put the client into the atmosphere which is hard to imagine just looking at drawings. It is much easier to change drawings than change lighting when the renovation is complete. Lighting is the hardest element to figure out because it is so individual. We can demonstrate how say a halogen, a fluorescent or an LED is going to

look, function and feel.” We are beginning to see how important it is to get lighting right. How frustrating it would be to finish a renovation which looks fantastic but then realize there is nowhere for a big reader to snuggle down with a good book or a home chef to enjoy working in the kitchen. Renovations are stressful enough and to end with a disappointment would be horrific. Take the time to seek out the right professionals; you’ll be glad you did.

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Skylights great for more than just letting light pour in By Maggie Calloway If there is one thing which will make a huge difference in both how you live in a space and, even more importantly, how the family feels about the space they live in, it has got to be the installation of skylights. We live in a climate with many months of grey rainy days. This is one of the prices we pay for the lush scenery, but if we live in a home with a dark interior the other price we could pay is the effect that has on our mood. One of the worries of homeowners considering installing skylights is the fear of leakage. Technology has advanced a long way and Velux, a major manufacturer and installer of skylights and a leader in developing the No Leak Skylight, recognizes those fears and has addressed them. Mark Taylor of Velux explains that the company is very aware of the homeowner’s trepidation. “The No Leak Skylight addresses those concerns and so sure are we of our product we offer excel-

lent warranties,” he says. “You are right about the need for light in our climate and the most efficient way of introducing natural light into the home is by skylights. ... There are other benefits as well such as energy savings because there is reduced need for artificial light and the passive solar heat gain in the winter months. In the summer months skylights help immensely with ventilation.” One of the most efficient ways of ventilating the home is through the roof which has to do with inside pressure; heat rises and can easily exhaust through an open skylight. “We can, by installing skylights, ventilate the home, facilitate more natural light penetrating the home and create a more healthy living environment,” Taylor says. The Velux website has a fascinating simulation, called the Daylight Visualizer, which shows how light from variously positioned skylights will travel though a room. It’s a great tool to help you make a decision on the placement depending on the proposed use of the room.

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Getting your home in order for the spring doesn’t have to be time-consuming and labour-intensive, says Linda Chu of Out of Chaos. By Maggie Calloway The thing about owning way too much ‘stuff’ is it affects not only how you live in your home but how you feel internally. Most of us suffer to some extent with the 21st century malady called ‘more is better’ instead of ‘less is more’. Some of us are drowning in ‘more’ and need to come up for air. Our closets are stuffed with things we never wear, never cook with and never

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www.mapleridgenews.com - THE NEWS -- Wednesday, March 20, 2013 -- 27 sunshine in, getting up in the morning and feeling light and free. If that is worth pursuing, take some hints from Linda Chu, principal of Out of Chaos, a professional organizer service. “People have such an attachment, such an emotional attachment to their home they feel if it is in disarray there must be something wrong with them,” she says. “The reality is there’s so much pressure these days between working, kids and their activities, parents, etc. that something has to give. People should know that realizing they need help in this area of their lives should be empowering.” One of the mistakes most of us make when we realize things are getting a bit out of control is to run out and buy beautiful baskets and containers to control the chaos instead of concentrating on function. “Organization is an essential; it is also relative to the individual; it is (also) the functionality. Just because it looks good doesn’t mean it works,” Chu says. “This is not to say you can’t have some really nice visual pieces which work but the main focus is on function.” If you want to get your home organized by yourself but feel totally overwhelmed, try this method. Keeping in mind your home didn’t get cluttered overnight, vow not to get discouraged if it isn’t organized in a weekend. Start in one room and every day get rid of at least three things. Some days you may feel inspired and get rid of many more but the next day you’re back to at least three. Pick a room and start there until the room is organized so you feel you are making progress. Three a day doesn’t seem like much? In a year you will have gotten rid of at least 1,095 things you don’t need. Hiring a professional company like Out of Chaos or taking on the job yourself could be the very best gift you can give your family and yourself and all is takes is that first step.

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Although many may dream about creating a spa-type oasis in their homes, not everyone is lucky enough to have a large bathroom, much less a large budget for a full-scale renovation. Small bathrooms are common, particularly in older homes, but they needn’t force homeowners to compromise on style when renovating. By thinking creatively, homeowners can maximize their spaces and redo bathrooms in ways that bring out their best assets. When space is at a premium, it’s best to look for fixtures and items that fit with the scale of the bathroom. Although you may want a large vanity and cabinet in which to hide all of your toiletries, this may not be practical -- taking up most of the bathroom real estate. Instead, look for elegant pedestal sinks that have a much smaller profile. Use optical illusions to make the bathroom appear more roomy. For example, lay tile diagonally to create the impression of space. A large mirror will reflect the room back and make it appear much larger than it really is. Select lighter hues in paint colors and accessories. Dark paints and fixtures could make the room feel cramped. In a small bathroom, it may make the space feel claustrophobic. Instead, think light and bright and the room will instantly feel more airy. Minimize wall hangings. Filling the walls with

knickknacks may contribute to clutter and make the space appear closed in. Use decorative items sparingly. If possible, store towels in a closet outside of the bathroom. This way you won’t have to devote space inside the bathroom to a closet, leaving more room for other things. While some like the thought of a separate bath and shower, in smaller bathrooms this may not be possible. Instead, look for a combined shower and bath, or select a walk-in shower with a much smaller profile. Maximize wall space if you need storage. Find cabinets that will fit beneath windows or be able to fit in thin areas between sinks and toilets. Over the toilet is prime area for cabinetry. Consider a frameless shower. This is a partitioned area of the bathroom that’s set aside for the shower and is typically only cordoned off by a thin wall or piece of glass. Think about installing a skylight if you prefer natural light if there is no room for a traditional window. Thinking creatively can help turn a cramped bathroom into a space-saving and well-designed room homeowners desire.

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Staying in your home through your golden years By Kerry Vital As the baby boomer generation ages, it has become more and more important recently to ensure that you are comfortable and safe in your own home. Sometimes that entails moving to a smaller home or living with a relative, but that’s not always the best option for some. When you’ve lived in a home for decades and perhaps even raised a family there, your emotional attachment to your home can outweigh the other considerations as you age. Luckily, there are several renovations that can be done to a home that will allow you to stay in your home through your golden years. “People are used to being independent,” says Gordon Wilson of G. Wilson Construction Co. “They still want that freedom.” Widening doorways, above, and installing a walk-in or rollOne of the things that people request when in shower, bottom right, are two popular renovations when renovating their home is a walk-in or roll-in homeowners decide they want to stay in their home for the long shower. This helps reduce the risk of falling haul. when stepping in or out of the bathtub. Submitted photos “You have to look at trip hazards,” Wilson says. “It’s also important to have a level yard to to keep in mind when you’re looking at aging minimize the chance of falling outside.” in place. Having that yard is especially important for those who love “You have to prepare to have people in to garden, since getting outside for a bit of fresh air and getting your home,” Wilson says. “You need to select your fingers in the dirt can be a mood-lifter someone that you get along with.” Another possible renovation is the installation of an elevator An important thing to consider is whether or a stairlift, which allow you to continue living in a home with you’re willing to stay in your home while multiple floors. However, Wilson says that the ability to live on construction is happening. a single floor is something that people should consider. Though “I tell people to pretend they’re camping,” walking may not be difficult at the start, a walker or wheelchair Wilson says. The scope of the work will factor may be a necessity later on. Thus, a frequent request is to widen into how long a renovation takes, and it can the doorways. be wearing after awhile, but he notes that Wilson says he’s increasingly seeing homeowners ask for hiring the right company will go a long way good sound and television systems in consideration of not toward giving you peace of mind. being as mobile, as well as an excellent security system with a While renovations can cause some panic button in case of an emergency. headaches, knowing that you will be able to “People are investing more in things like that,” he says. stay in your familiar home as you get older is Like any other home renovation, there are things you need well worth the trouble in the end.

Choosing a patio material A backyard patio is a place where friends and family members can convene in the nice weather to enjoy dining al fresco. In the cooler months, a patio is a great place to gather around a fire pit. A patio is one area of a home that can provide a great place for homeowners to relax outside. Many waver when choosing a material for their patio because each material has its own advantages and disadvantages. Wood, stone, concrete, paving blocks, and tile all can be used to create appealing and functional patios. Because of the widespread availability of concrete, pavers and wood, many patios are constructed of these materials. Concrete is one of the more affordable patio materials. With stamped concrete, homeowners can enjoy more colors and designs than ever before, and new technology in tinting and styling enables concrete to look like other expensive stone materials. For the experienced mason, laying concrete is a relatively easy job. It may be more difficult for the novice do-it-

yourselfer because laying concrete requires knowledge of grading and also installing spacers correctly to deter cracking. Concrete is durable, but over time cracking is inevitable. Some concrete requires the application of a sealant every few years to protect coloring and durability. Around pools, concrete can become slippery when wet if an anti-skid agent was not applied. Many homeowners gravitate toward paving stones because their varied texture and shapes can create quite an appealing look in a yard. If installed correctly, pavers will not crack and it is possible to easily add on to an original design because of the portability of these stones. And because they can be moved, pavers can be repaired from underground and stones can be replaced without any demolition. Homeowners like that pavers can quickly make a yard look high-end. Although pavers can be installed as a do-it-yourself project, such installation can be labor-intensive. The ground needs to be accurately leveled and prepped before the stones can be placed to help ensure there is no shifting or movement. Such detailed work is beyond the abilities of many homeowners, who typically pay to have the stones professionally installed. Weeds can pop up between the blocks, so maintenance is necessary. Also, paving blocks are slightly uneven and they can loosen, which can prove a safety hazard to the elderly or young children who aren’t surefooted. Wood is often thought of in a raised deck scenario, but it can also be laid at ground level to create a low-lying patio. A wood patio can be unique and stained or painted in a variety of colors. It also may be less expensive to install than concrete or pavers. If the shape is relatively simple, a do-ityourselfer also may be able to do the job without hiring a professional.

Paving stones are one option in the different hardscape materials for your yard.

Though wood is a good choice for many homeowners, it is one of the more maintenance-heavy materials. Wood must be routinely cleaned, stained and sealed. Even with the best care, wood can warp, splinter and chip. When surrounding a pool, wood may deteriorate after coming in contact with chemicals from the pool water. Though most wood is treated, it may be susceptible to boring insects and other pests. If you’re renovating your outside space, take time to make the right decision on the patio material that fits your budget and gives your patio the look you desire.

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BIA Easter egg hunt Alisha Neumann, a customer service representative at Sticky’s Candy, hides a plastic Easter egg in the store for the annual Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association Easter egg hunt. Five eggs have been hidden at 20 businesses throughout downtown Maple Ridge. To participate, download a passport at the BIA website. Go to each of the businesses printed inside the passport. Find one egg to have your passport stamped and receive a small prize. When the passport is stamped at all 20 locations, fill out the information at the back and drop off the passport before noon on March 27th at any of the participating businesses or at the DMRBIA office (No. 34 – 22374 Lougheed Highway). The passports will be entered into a draw for one of eight gift baskets worth more than $100 each. The draw takes place March 28 at 2 p.m. Prize winners will be notified with a time and place to pick up their baskets.

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Bunnies are work Jennifer York, the new branch manager of the Maple Ridge SPCA, holds a bunny currently up for adoption, although she cautions against doing so for Easter. Rabbits can live up to 15 years and require a high level of care. They have to be brushed regularly to remove excess hair, their nails have to be trimmed, veterinarians should trim their teeth, they need unlimited access to Timothy hay, daily fresh fruits and dark leafy vegetables and lots of space to hop around. “Do your research before you adopt any animal,” says York, adding that if you have already have a bunny that you think is too much work, don’t dump it. Contact your local SPCA.

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Swollen Members stop in Maple Ridge March 23 on their cross-Canada tour

“It seems to be a generation of kids growing up who appreciate honesty. “We have a generation of kids who care about the environment, who totally accept gays, are against racism and think gangster stuff is bull shit. I can’t wait to see them grow up.” Six years ago, Madchild’s fans would have sniggered if they heard him say he wants to make the word “love” cool again. These days, he doesn’t care. He’s embraced the duality of being “bad ass” yet nice. “It’s a weird balance for me,” he says. “Ben Harper or Bob Marley those are artists who made the word love cool. No one thought they were soft or corny … these guys are people I can relate to . They enjoyed life and lived it. That’s where I would like to end up ideally.”

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arely catching his breath, Shane Bunting rattles off the things that pack his schedule these days. Four days, five videos, one year and two albums. For Bunting, aka Madchild, being busy is therapeutic. “I’m running around like a chicken with my head cut off,” Madchild says with a laugh. “I’m not messing around anymore.” Since releasing his solo debut, Dope Sick, which chronicled his addiction to OxyContin, Madchild has been working harder than ever. “It was a crazy roller coaster and guess who is to blame for all of it – me,” says Madchild, admitting his role in a saga that almost sunk the Juno-award winning group. A founding member of the hiphop group Swollen Members, Madchild spiralled out of control after the group’s fourth studio album, Black Magic, bombed. The group was eventually turfed from Nettwerk Records because of Madchild’s association with the Hell’s Angels. When Madchild reflects on his descent into addiction, he’s remorseful. In fact, he’d like to apologize to Nettwerk’s Terry McBride. “I was a little bit of a prick back then,” he says. More than two years of sobriety however have allowed Madchild to confront and make peace with his demons.

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Machine, released last week. On Beautiful Death Machine, Madchild and Prevail return to the expressive, emotional, poetic, and clever lyrical style that has earned them legions of fans, while Rob The Viking provides a dark backdrop of sick macabre beats. “We just went back to that original, signature Swollen-sound that made us successful in the first place,” says Madchild. These days Madchild is inspired by the people around him, his spirituality and positively. He readily admits the gangster-life he once embraced is fake and futile. “I talk about positivity,” says Madchild. “But I do it with edge and say [f..] 20 times in a song. It’s about being truthful and honest with myself and fans. I think that’s embraced now.” The young fans Madchild’s raps to these days are a source of inspiration and hope.

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Since the release of his selfproduced debut album, The Beginning, Cityreal (aka Remi Huot) has earned three Western Canadian Music Award nominations, collaborated with notable artists like Swollen Members, D-Sisive, and Moka Only, and shared the stage with the likes of K’Naan, Warren G and Ghostface Killah. Last month, he released a Cityreal new full length album, Good Morning Blues, with Blues veteran Wes Mackey, which has already garnered considerable praise. Both Cityreal and Wes were heavily influenced by the gritty, dark and simplistic sound of the very early blues musicians, pioneers such as Leadbelly, Robert Johnson and Albert King. “The concept for the album was to pair traditional blues elements with modern production and sampling techniques,” says Huot, and the result is one of the more unique hip-hop albums created in recent years.

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Bernie and Tyson Aubin host a charity concert at the ACT on Saturday.

Tyson Aubin slowly punches the name of his favourite band. N-I-C-K-E-L-B-A-C-K. With a dad who was the original drummer for Loverboy, Aubin can’t help but love music. His father Bernie’s iPhone is full of photographs of Tyson and his favourite bands. Tyson, who has cerebral palsy, has pestered his father for years to hold a concert at the ACT. This year, he finally agree. Bernie Aubin and his band, The Headpins, have recruited Jerry Doucette to play a charity show this Saturday, a few days after Tyson turns 23. “His father wanted to make sure this birthday is one for the memories,” says Clay Ingle, who has been Tyson’s support worker for the past four years. One of the west coast’s most energetic and magnetic live groups, The Headpins have an incomparable chemistry with

their audience making them one of the hottest commodities in Canadian rock. Fronted by Darby Mills, whose signature growl is matched only by her purr, the band has produced such hits as Turn It Loud, one of the greatest rock anthems of all time. Proceeds from the concert will go to the Easter Seals. Ingle has rappelled down the side of a building five times to raise funds for the charity. This year, Tyson hopes to join him. “We are hoping this event will be a sell out so the charity will get a large portion of the revenue from this great concert featuring two great acts,” says Ingle. Tyson in the meantime is getting ready for a busy two weeks. The Maple Ridge resident will be performing on stage Saturday and returns to the ACT next week for his role in the musical Oliver!. • The Headpins and Jerry Doucette play the ACT March 23. Tickets are $42.50.

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Ed Marshall plays the role of Mr. Bumble and Avery Pauls plays Oliver. The musical plays at the ACT.

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Oliver return to ACT Oliver, the musical, returns for a second run at the ACT next week. The production by SPECC-tacular Theatre is back by popular demand. Adapted from the book Oliver Twist, written by Charles Dickens, Lionel Bart’s musical is filled with unforgettable, foot tapping songs, including Food Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, You’ve Got to Pick a Pocket or Two, I’d Do Anything, As Long As He Needs Me, Where Is Love, and many more. Oliver! isn’t feel-good fare. It’s the story of

a young orphan boy who flees a work house and stumbles into the mean streets of London, where he struggles to survive while meeting some memorable and downright scary characters along the way. He gets entangled with a gang of pickpockets, is threatened by an East End villain and witnesses a brutal murder.

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Cooking with Feenie Maple Ridge resident Jaques Kabuya got a chance to cook with his idol Rob Feenie two weeks ago. The 22-year-old is a student at Vancouver Island University where he is in his first year of a culinary arts program. Kabuya hopes to open his own restaurant one day. “It was cool cooking with Rob who is an Iron Chef winner,” he says. White SPot, the popular restaurant chain is partnering with VIU, offering up a three-year cash scholarship to help students become top chefs in their own right. Jacques hopes to work at the restaurant in summer.

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Hometown Heroes tourney caps hockey season Two local pee wee rep teams play for gold

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Aiden Serr (centre) of the host Rustlers tries to control a bouncing puck during a bantam game against Nanaimo at the annual Ridge Meadows Hometown Hockey Hero Tournament at Pitt Meadows Arenas on Sunday.

One of the major local minor hockey events of the year wrapped up the 2012-2013 season in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows over the weekend. The annual Hometown Hero tournament saw 47 teams competing, including eight rep teams from the Ridge Meadows Minor Hockey Association. The locals were welcoming hosts – handing out most of the hardware to their guests. Two of the three pee wee teams played for tournament championships. In the pee wee tournament, Ridge Meadows A2 came sixth out of seven teams in its division. New Westminister beat Campell River 4-1 in the final. Ridge Meadows pee wee A3 team finished in second place in a three-team pool, then in the semi-final defeated Prince George 4-1. The Rustlers, however, fell in the fi-

nal, 3-2 against Burnaby. The Ridge Meadows pee wee A4s won their threeteam pool, then downed Kamloops 7-2 in the semi-final. They lost in the final, though, 4-3 to Langley. In the Bantam tournament, the Ridge Meadows A2s finished third in their division, and Terrace beat Comox 2-1 in the final. The Ridge Meadows bantam A3s won their threeteam pool, but lost in the semi-finals 6-2 to Nanaimo. Cowichan beat Nanaimo 5-4 to win the division. In the midget tournament, the Ridge Meadows A2s finished third in their pool, and Calgary beat Wenatchee 4-2 in the final. The Ridge Meadows midget A3s finished last in their three-team pool, and their tourney was won by Saanich, 5-2 over Nanaimo. And the Ridge Meadows midget A4s finished third after pool play in a five-team tournament. Cowichan defeated Burnaby 5-2 in the final.

Churchill game not Pitt’s finest hour by Nei l Corbe tt staff reporter

With two wins and two losses, the Pitt Meadows Marauders wound up finishing 15th at the B.C. Boys Triple A High School Basketball Championship. On Saturday night, the Walnut Grove Gators beat the White Rock Christian Academy Warriors 59-53 in the provincial championship game. In the bronze game, the St. George’s Saints beat the Kitsilano Blue Demons 85-66. Saturday afternoon, the Marauders finished the tournament the way they started – with a loss to the Sir Winston Churchill Bulldogs, by a 68-63 score. The Bulldogs are a tough team, and also beat Pitt 67-64 to open the

tournament. “It’s always great to be at the B.C.s, but we had a tough first draw,” said coach Rich Goulet. “We weren’t really mentally ready to play them, and we just got blown out on the boards. “But we’ve had a good year.” On Saturday, Pitt’s six-footeight post Jordan Rich led the scoring, with 16 points and eight rebounds. Sanj Toor scored 13, and Grade 10 Graham Smith had 10 points. Pitt posted wins against the Mount Baker Wild 75-19 and Burnaby Mountain Lions 67-47. Goulet said injuries during the playoffs hurt Pitt’s rankings coming out of the Fraser Valley Tournament, and gave them a brutal draw for the provincials – if they had managed to beat the Bulldogs, they would have faced the

champion Gators in their second game. The Marauders will return six Grade 11 players who saw significant playing time during this season, and they will be complemented by a group of juniors coming off a provincial silver medal this season. The leader of that group is Smith, who will take over the inside game. Pitt will have a lot of competition, as teams like the Sardis Falcons return numerous players, and the Terry Fox Ravens played four Grade 10s this year. “It’s always tough in the Fraser Valley,” said Goulet. Next year teams will compete in a new quadruple A division, created from the ranks of the 110 schools who presently compete at the triple A level. See Hoops, p42

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BMX season at the starting line A new season of BMX racing is at the starting gate, and the local club is inviting newcomers. Ridge Meadows BMX is not only fun for the boys and girls who ride, but also for a lot of the parents and other adults who participate in and support the sport. BMX racing is one of the most entertaining individual sports, as evidenced by its recent addition as an Olympic event. Up to eight riders at a time will line up at the start hill. When the gate drops they try to beat their competition around a dirt track approximately 400-metre-long with three paved corners and numerous hills and obstacles in their way. Riders will compete in at least three races per race night, with their placing in each race contributing to their overall placing for the night. Riders range in age from as young as two to over 70. There are riders still on training wheels being chased around by their parents, all the way to national class riders with Olympic aspirations. Riders are grouped by age and ability, making getting started in the sport less intimidating than many sports.

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Wyatt Durocher played tackle, and at over 300 pounds is the biggest kid on the Knights’ roster. Boyce will coach a team comprised of the top players from Coquitlam, Langley, Nanaimo, Victoria, North Surrey and Ridge Meadows. They will play a team made up of players from the other rosters of midget teams around the Valley Community Football League and Vancouver Mainland Football League. Boyce said the game is played hard, but there are no chop blocks, limited blitzes and other rules for the occassion. “It’s a big game, and all the kids will get to play – they’re there to be showcased.” Boyce will get his team on team on the field on April 7 to begin training for the game. “I can’t wait – I’m excited to get this going,” he said.

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Nine players and the head coach from the Ridge Meadows Knights midget team will be participating in the Star Bowl event this spring, to showcase talent for scouts from university and junior football programs. Jeff Boyce, who has coached in the local association for 11 years, stepped up to midget for the first time last season, “We just had a really good season, and kind of caught the whole province by surprise,” said Boyce. The Knights finished the season tied for first place, with a record of 8-2, then lost in the provincial semi-final. On April 20, nine players will take part in the league’s all-star spectacle in Abbotsford. Brett Boyce, the coach’s son, is a running back/linebacker who makes an impact on both sides of the ball. Jainal Gill is a big-play wide receiver who piles up yards and scores.

Spencer Hambley is a big, strong and athletic tight end. Brock Loewen is a defensive lineman who is big and strong enough to play on both sides of the ball, but also mobile enough to fill in at linebacker. Elijah Goerzen is a defensive end who uses his big height to knock down passes and a big heart to keep pressure on the quarterback. Daniel Orydzuk is another wideout with great hands and a high football IQ. Zac Chamberland is a lineman who blasts through tacklers, who has already been recruited by universities. Joe Schuster was a receiver, but after the Knights lost their quarterback early in the year he finished the year at the pivot position. At the Star Bowl he will play slot receiver, where his quickness, toughness and sticky hands are his best assets.

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OBITUARIES

After many years of a steady decline in her health, beloved mother & grandmother, Wendy, passed away peacefully in the early morning of March 1st, with her husband Martin, by her side at Maple Ridge Hospice. She is survived by her son Jonathan (Sandy), son Jeffrey, grandchildren Brian and Emily, mother Evelyn, sisters Lynda (Mike), Janis (Ross), Kim (Amin), brother Mike (Annie) nieces and nephews. Throughout her short life, Wendy lovingly always put her family first. She will always be fondly remembered for her warmth, generosity, caring soul and spontaneous sense of humor. She will be missed by all those that surrounded her during her life. Many thanks go out to the wonderful staff at McKenney Creek Hospice for their caring and continued support during her two stays with them. We would also like to thank the dedicated staff at the St Paulâ€™s Cochlear Implant Program who provided Wendy access to hearing for the last 1 Â˝ years of her young life after she lost her hearing due to a side effect of a medication in the late summer of 2009. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, March 23rd at 11am at St. Georgeâ€™s Anglican Church 23500 Dewdney Trunk Rd in Maple Ridge B.C. In Lieu of flowers, donations to the Ridge Meadows Hospice Society would be greatly appreciated.

ZAITSOFF (nee Robertson) bcclassified.com Shirley Florence May 31, 1955 - Mar 14, 2013 Shirley passed away peacefully on March 14th, 2013, after a long battle with Huntingtonâ€™s Disease. She spent her final days surrounded by family, listening to her children and siblings share their favourite â€œmomâ€?-ories. Shirley was born in Victoria BC, the second of five siblings. She grew up in Kamloops and Maple Ridge, graduating from Maple Ridge Secondary School in 1973, and the University of British Columbia with a BA in Psychology in 1979. Shirley held a special place in heart for her pets, who are now welcoming her with wagging tails. Shirley also loved her work helping those with disabilities, bowling, slopitch, and spending summers camping & relaxing in Shuswap Lake. Shirley is survived by her son James (Heather), daughter Sara (Adam), siblings Norma (Edward), Neil (Marguerite), Karen (Rob), & Lori (Michael), and her grand-pets. The family would like to thank the staff at Evergreen Hamlets and the ICU of Surrey Memorial Hospital for their kindness and excellent care. Please join us for a celebration of Shirleyâ€™s life on Saturday, March 23, at 11 a.m. at Garden Hill Funeral Home, 11765 224th Street, Maple Ridge. Wear blue (Shirleyâ€™s favourite colour) and bring your Shirley stories & bowling shoes (5-pin bowling to follow at 2:30 p.m. Shirleyâ€™s sport of choice). In lieu of flowers, donations to the Huntingtonâ€™s Society of Canada would be appreciated. Expressions of sympathy can be made at www.gardenhill.ca

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PRE-SCHOOLS

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HART-JOESPH, Jackson Born Sept 17th, 1948 passed away comfortably with the warmth of his familyâ€™s presence at his side on Wednesday February 20th, 2013. May you finally be at peace. With fond memories you are loved, and will be forever missed by your children Jody, Jeremy (Kathryn), Jeannie (Raj), grandchildren Alexis and Jorja, and your sister Jo-Anne.

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Van Kam’s group of companies req. Owner Ops. to be based out of our Surrey Terminal for runs throughout BC & Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience / training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee beneﬁts package. Email a detailed resume and current driver’s abstract, and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call Bev at 604-968-5488 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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TEAM Drivers required for regular USA runs. Must have 2 years mountain and highway experiance and a clean driving record. $22.50 per hour. Please fax resume to Blue Land Transportation. at 604-7771049.

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

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EDUCATION

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TEAM DRIVERS required for regular USA runs. Must have 2 years mountain and highway experience and a clean driving record. $22.50 per hour. Contact Ron Hutton at Coastal Pacific Xpress at 604-5750983 ext 351 or fax resume to 604575-0973

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FOSTER/SOCIAL CARE

Class 1 license req. Preference will be given to applicants with previous Super B & Mountain driving experience. SUMAS TRANSPORT INC. is a locally owned & operated transport company with a Competitive Compensation Package. Interested applicants please fax resume and drivers abstract Attn. Darcy (1)604-852-2650 or e-mail leslie@sumastransport.ca

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Looking for a person physically fit able to handle heavy lifting & work in all weather conditions. Work includes installation of plants, turf, top soil & pavers. Must have a valid Drivers Licence. Able to operate an excavator & bobcat. 3 years experience required. Starting @ $18/hour. Call 604-462-7522 or Fax resume to: 604-462-7554 or Email:

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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HELP WANTED

LOOKING for retired / semi-retired Caretaker(s) for a 42 unit apartment block in Abbotsford. Light housekeeping duties and snow removal from sidewalks. Non smoker/drinker. No pets. Remuneration: Free use of two bedroom suite plus minimal monthly salary. Suitable for retired couple. Please send resume to Campbell Strata Management Ltd. at 306-2777 Gladwin Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 4V1 or fax to 604864-0480.

P/T Packager

Of Spices & Herbs - repetitive filling and sealing of spices and herbs, light lifting may be req’d. Suitable for someone who enjoys working with their hands and has attention to details. Minimum wage. Fax resume to: 604-465-4372 www.natureschoice.ca

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Community Support Worker Staff required for supporting adults with developmental disabilities in a staffed residential setting in Maple Ridge & Coquitlam. First Aid / CPR required. Union rates and benefits. Must be available weekends and overnights. Younghusband Resources Ltd. Fax - 604-466-1207 Email - info@younghusband.ca www.younghusband resources.com

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

KITCHEN HELP Part Time (Cook/Prep)

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

MECHANIC SHOP MANAGER Golden Eagle Group is looking for full-time MECHANIC SHOP MANAGER. Repair and maintain fleet of agriculture and construction equipment. Ag-equipment experience, heavy-duty equipment license, hydraulics knowledge are an asset. Fax resume to: 604-460-0944. Golden Eagle Group is a blueberry and cranberry farm located in Pitt Meadows BC, Canada.

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Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader, is seeking an energetic, aggressive, self starter for a full time truck and trailer mechanic for full time position. If you are interested in this exciting and unique opportunity!

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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Jakes Construction Ltd has openings for experienced

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FULL PLUMBING SERVICES

NO Wood byproducts used

GARDENING

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604-465-1311

Some lifting involved. Must be available for all shifts.

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MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877776-1660.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

BENEFIT PACKAGE!

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9610~ 287 St. Maple Ridge or Fax: 604. 462. 0392

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Landscape Construction Renovations W Maintenance

604-463-3644 604-861-1490

PLUMBING

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005 BRO MARV PLUMBING $49 Service Call. 24 Hrs. Plumbing, Heating, Electrical, Plugged drains. (604)582-1598 or (778)714-2441

372

SUNDECKS

Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-782-9108 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Advertise where clients look when they want to travel...

329 PAINTING & DECORATING CALL

604-595-4970 Rated best painting & moulding company (2010 & 2012) by consumers.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 374

TREE SERVICES

Your LOCAL Tree Service, For Honest Prices & Quality Work Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certified Arborist Free Estimates * Fully Insured

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

MISC. FOR SALE

BIG BUILDING SALE... “”THIS IS A CLEARANCE SALE. YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS!”” 20x20 $3,985. 25X24 $4,595. 30X36 $6,859. 35X48 $11,200. 40X52 $13,100. 47X76 $18,265. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422. www.pioneersteel.ca 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. STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS ANTIQUE ORGAN hi back style, decorative & refinished $1000/obo. Photos avail. Call 604-541-9619.

REAL ESTATE

TREE & STUMP removal done RIGHT! • Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates 604-787-5915/604-291-7778

www.treeworksonline.ca 10% OFF with this AD

PETS 456

FEED & HAY

LOCAL HAY FOR SALE. First cut $6/bale. Good Quality! 60lb bale average. Pitt Meadows. Call 604-505-4087.

477

PETS

603

ACREAGE

America’s Best Buy! 20 Acres-Only $99/mo! $0 Down, No Credit Checks, MONEY BACK GUARANTEE Owner Financing. West Texas Beautiful Mountain Views! Free Color Brochure 1-800-755-8953 www.sunsetranches.com

627

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms! CALL US FIRST! 604-626-9647

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

Building has been TOTALLY RENOVATED 1 Bedroom suites Avail

$595/mo incl ht/wtr & cable. NP

604.418.1932 MAPLE INN 11695 -224th St Maple Ridge 1 Bdrm $550/mo Incl’s hot water Certiﬁed Crime Free Building Mature adult oriented. Close to uptown 604-463-4131 for appointment (9am-5pm)

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 PRESA CANARIO P/B UKC, fawn Both parents approx 150 lbs. $950. Call 604-302-2357 BUSINESS AND FINANCE: Seeking a business opportunity or partner? Posting legal notices? Need investors, agents or distributors, this is where you advertise. bcclassified.com

PUG available for stud service. He is a rare silver male, purebred but not registered. Also Golden retriever (not reg.) avail for stud (OFA hips & cert eyes) Mission 604-820-4827

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 506

* Renovated Suites * Clean, very quiet, large, INCLUDES: HEAT, HOT WATER & HYDRO Near Shopping & Amenities. SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

604-463-7450 604-463-2236 12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certiﬁed Crime Free Buildings

MAPLE RIDGE

AVAILABLE NOW 1 & 2 BDRM SUITES Heat, hot water & parking. Close to stores & schools.

MAPLE RIDGE CENTRAL 1 bdrm apt, $750/mo incl heat, h/w, N/P. Avail immed. Call 604-476-6683. MAPLE RIDGE Central, avail now. 1 Bdrm and 2 bdrm & den, 5 appls, gas f/p, u/g prkg. $800 & $1050. 604-355-1356 or 604-467-4450

These machines look & run like new No delivery, Must pick up REMPELS SERVICE 604-467-2794

548

FURNITURE

MATTRESSES starting at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331 *NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET* Pillow Top in Plastic. Mfr. Warranty Must Sell $200 ~ 604-484-0379 QUALITY BUFFET & HUTCH white with pine counter top & trim. 54 x 72. Has drawers, shelves & glass door display section. A functional & attractive piece of furniture for kitchen or dining area. $400: Please call (604)476-6694 evenings.

560

MISC. FOR SALE

AT LAST! An iron filter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manganese. Since 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions; www.bigirondrilling.com. Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON.

SENIORS 55+ NON-SMOKING ENVIRONMENT Certiﬁed BED BUG FREE Please call 604-467-1366 All phone messages will be returned. Maple Ridge

Glenwood Manor Apartments 1 & 2 Bdrms from $655 & $880 & renovated suite with dishwasher $45. extra. Clean, Spacious Includes heat, hot water & parking Seniors discount 21387 Dewdney Trunk Rd

Maple Ridge Swan Court Apartments

Washers & Dryers Inglis matching sets $275. Inglis mixed match sets $250. ALSO Electric ranges $125. & up

RENTALS 700

RENT TO OWN

STOP RENTING! RENT TO OWN! No Qualiﬁcation Required! FLEXIBLE TERMS! Cloverdale 60th &176th Spacious 708sf. 1 bdrm. Condo. Only $880/mo. Option Fee Req. 604-626-9647

706

APARTMENT/CONDO #1 IN RENTALS (Since 1990)

Professional Property Management Services P.Meadows - Solaris Towers BRAND NEW UNITS AVAIL *1Bd+den. *2Bd+den. *3Bdrm.

Call 604-464-7548 Visit our website for other rentals: www.proﬁle-properties.com

Bright 2 bdrm apt. Large 2 br located in a Central Coq Co-op. $810/mo. No subsidy. Close to transit, schools, and shopping. Sandy 604 945 5864 sandy@terramanagement.ca

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

TOWNHOUSES

PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1030/mo - $1134/mo. Shares req’d. Close to WCE, schools & shopping. No subsidy available. 19225 119th Ave. For more info & to book an appt. call 604-465-1938

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

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

TRANSPORTATION

Full time on-site caretaker. Available Immediatly CALL ANYTIME TO VIEW

GREAT LOCATION

Queen Anne Apts.

(604)466-5799

APPLIANCES

752

Fully renovated 1 & 2 bdrm suites

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

MAPLE RIDGE ELDERLY CITIZENS HOUSING SOCIETY *Bachelor suite $354+ heat. Cable incl. *1Bdrm suite $455+ heat. Cable incl.

Difﬁculty Making Payments? No Equity? Expired Listing? Penalty? We Take Over Payments! No Fees! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

AUTO FINANCING

11895 Laitty St, Maple Ridge

PORT COQUITLAM, 1500 - 3000 sq ft. Ground floor commercial area. Facing onto city park. 1 blk from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.

22423 121 Ave 604-467-4894

• DIFFICULTY SELLING ? •

810

PITT MEADOWS 19428 Cusick Cres 2 bdrm, no dogs or cats. Avail now. $850 incl utils/cable. 604-465-4530

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT

1 & 2 Bdrms $790/$880

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

SUITES, LOWER

TRANSPORTATION

810

AUTO FINANCING

MAPLE RIDGE

MAPLE COURT II

New SRI *1152 sq/ft Double wide $77,900. *14x70 Full gyproc single wide - loaded $69,900. Repossessed mobile, manufactured & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960. Glenbrookhomes.net

S Incl heat/hot wtr, wndw cvrngs S Close to bus stop S Walk to shpng/medical/WCE S Across from park w/Mtn views S Gated parking and Elevator S Adult oriented building S References required CALL FOR APPOINTMENT

750

TRANSPORTATION

778-839-4691

MAPLE RIDGE Central Spacious 1 bdrm apt. Deck, lndry facil, prkg. NS/NP $650 Avl now 604-937-3534

ITALIAN MASTIFF(Cane Corso) P/B blues, ready to go, 1st shots, tails/dew claws done. Ultimate family guardian $1000 (604)308-5665

1 Bdrm suite $775 2 Bdrm suite $895

RENTALS

604-464-3550

New home w/riverview in Ruskin. Pet/fam ok. $89,800 with $505 pad rent. Chuck 604-830-1960.

APARTMENT/CONDO PORT COQUITLAM

Certified Crime Free Multiple Housing

22437 121st Ave 604-467-0715

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

706

Fraser View 2 Apartments

MAPLE COURT I

BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOGS, pure bred at Diesel Kennel, 3 male, $1500. each. Call (604)869-5073

RENTALS

Large 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Hardwood floors, adult oriented, heat, h/w & cable incl’d, f/p, Approved pets only. Criminal Record check may be reqd Resident Manager Onsite Now with SENIORS DISCOUNT

604.466.8404 (Erik) TWO bedrooms, 2 baths, 8th floors, nice views, corner unit, city center, 1030 sq.ft. living area, insuite laundry, $1050/month, vacant. #80311980 222nd St., Gordon Towers. Call Hanson at 604-250-2196 or email to hanson_wan@hotmail.com for appt.

715

• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

859

UTILITY TRAILERS

UTILITY TRAILER, box 4’x5.5’x2’, new tires, lights & paint, spare tire $650 removeable top(604)466-6323

MAPLE RIDGE Central: 2 bdrm, full bth, inste w/d, carport + ext. storage $950, immed, NP/NS 604-808-6874 MAPLE RIDGE Ctrl. 2 Bdrm 1/2 duplex, new carpets & paint, walking dist to bus/schls, etc. $800 + utils. NS/NP. Avail Apr 1. 604-612-3401, 604-467-3253 or 1-604-302-9688 PORT MOODY 1 bdrm nr Newport Village,walking trails, beach & WCE w/d, 2 car pkng. Avail now, ns/np. $1200/mo. Call 604-889-9047.

736

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

Dreaming of a NEW CAREER? Check out bcclassified.com’s Employment and Career Sections for information 604-575-5555 toll-free 1-866-575-5777

HOMES FOR RENT

818

MAPLE RIDGE 2 bdrm hse completely redone. Newer appl & flooring. Garage & shed on property. Lg yard. Nr Golden Ears bridge. Apr 1. $1250. 604-941-2243 / 942-7876 M. RIDGE Clean 5 bdrm home. 3 baths. F/P, fncd bkyrd. $1895. N/P, N/S. Apr 1. 1-250-616-7217.

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Rooms from $445/mo. Fully Furn, weekly maid service, cable TV, private bath, on bus route, 5/min walk to commuter rail.

Haney Motor Hotel 22222 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge Inquire in person between 9am - 3pm or

Call 604-467-3944 M. RIDGE. Nr WC Express. Furnished bdrm. Good for student. Clean. Shrd home. $500. 604-4772163.

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION MAPLE RIDGE 2400s/f furn’d home to share, male/female with 1 other. Own bedsitting & bathrm, incl all amens. Ns/np. $625. 604-476-1335

749

STORAGE

Pitt Meadows Marina Public Access Launch Ramp Outdoor Storage for Boats, RV’s, Cars, Trucks & Trailers Year Rental Moorage Fuel Dock W Onsite Manager

604.465.7713 750

845

ROOMS FOR RENT

$75 OFF 1ST MONTH

SUITES, LOWER

MAPLE RIDGE 1 Bdrm plus. Priv. entry/laundry, NS/NP $750/mo incl utils. Call: 604-463-1043 MAPLE RIDGE, 2 bdrm ste, lrg kit, W/D. $750/mo. Avail now. N/P, N/S, Ref’s req’d. (604)530-5455 lve msg. MAPLE RIDGE, Central. Large 1 bdrm legal bsmt suite, separate laundry & entrance. Walking distance to shopping & WC Express. $850/mo incl util. (604)765-3748. MAPLE RIDGE Large 2 bdrm gr/lvl suite, new, spac. kitchen. Walk to WCE, shopping & all amens across fr Staples. Students Welcome! Ns/np. No big parties. $950/mo inc util/net/cbl & lndry. Rent negotiable. 604-465-7356 MAPLE RIDGE lrg 2 bdrm grnd lvl suite, incl f/s, d/w, share lndry. $950 utils incl. Quiet mature, N/S, N/P. Apr 1st. Call: 778-865-4017 MAPLE RIDGE north, 2 bdrm & den garden suite, 1300 sq.ft., gas F/P, shower only. $975 incl gas/hydro. Avail Apr 1. NS/NP. (604)467-8044 MAPLE RIDGE - Thornhill area. lrg. 1 bdrm. Full bath, on acreage. Walk in closet. Full Tile throughout. Pri. entry & prkg. $875/mo. incls. WIFI, laundry & hydro N/S. Small pet okay. Avail. immed. 604-816-0849 MAPLE RIDGE West. 1 Bdrm lower own w/d, prkg, nr transit. $725. Quiet N/S, N/P, ref’s, 604-477-1000 M. RIDGE cntrl. New bright 2-bdrm bsmt ste. $1000/mo. Avail May 1. N/s, sm dog poss. 604-477-2163.

CARS - DOMESTIC

2003 BUICK REGAL LS. Heated leather seats, sunroof,127K Spotless. $4950/obo. 778-565-4334

DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-961-7022

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

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

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS NOTICE is hereby given that the Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Donald Scott Botterill, also known as Scott Donald Botterill, deceased, late of 1202 - 11980, 222 Street, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 0L8, who died on January 25, 2013, are hereby required to send them c/o Mont & Walker Law Corporation, 201 Selby Street, Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2, Attention: Michael P. Walker, before April 30, 2013, after which date the Administrator will distribute the said Estate among the parties entitled thereto having regard to the claims of which has notice.

TWO AWARDS ARE BETTER THAN ARE ONE. TWO AWARDS BETTER THAN ONE.

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Hyundai is proud to announce the Santa Fe and Elantra GT, best in class winners as voted by over 80 journalists at Canada’s biggest automotive awards ceremony, the AJAC Awards. Thank you.

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JASON EXNER

I highly recommend Shayne and all the staff at Laminate Warehouse. The price point, quality & their knowledge of the product is second to none. Being a bit of a DIY guy, I've installed a few different types of laminate flooring over the years and their QUICK LOCK system is so easy to install even my 6 year old was helping out! I've referred Laminate Warehouse to family members & clients and have only heard positive feedback. My Mom just had some carpet replaced and she was extremely happy with the service and quality...we would strongly recommend LAMINATE WAREHOUSE to anyone considering new flooring!........... Cheers...Jason Exner, MacDonald Realty

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