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Froese elected to second term New faces at Langley Township council table By DAN FERGUSON Aldergrove Star
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A Fort Langley Canoe Club voyageur canoe team paddles together in unison in the Bedford Channel. See feature story on paddling opportunities with the club on page 7, also Yukon Quest marathon story on page 9.
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Complaints about tree-cutting in a newly protected forest have prompted a review of a fence construction project by the Township of Langley. The complaint about the work in the 25-acre Glen Valley Gray Pit Lands in the McLellan Park Forests on 257A Street comes from Watchers of Langley Forests (WOLF), the residents’ group that fought to preserve the site. WOLF spokesperson Kirk Robertson said members of the group discovered an excavator had “cut what can only be described as a wide swathe of destruction along a significant part of the border” between the forest preserve and
Township-owned land. “Trees have been knocked down and the ground cut up,” Robertson said. In response to a Times query on Wednesday, Ramin Seifi, the Township general manager of engineering and community development, said survey work was being carried out by the Township to install a chain link fence between the forest and the Township property, “which is an active area for municipal operations with restricted public access due to liability concerns.” Seifi said the necessary right-of-way consent was obtained from adjacent property owners to accommodate the installation.
“I have asked staff to undertake a site review to ensure work is progressing according to plan and with minimal impact to the surrounding area,” Seifi told Black Press. Robertson said the extent of tree-cutting was “way beyond minimal.” Just over a year ago, money to purchase the land was donated by Ann Blaauw and children John, Janet, and Jennifer, in memory of their late husband and father, Thomas Blaauw, a longtime resident of Langley who passed away in August of 2012. The $2.5 million deal saw Trinity Western University (TWU) buy the propSEE: Page 3
Langley Township voters have elected three new faces to council, ousting incumbent councillors Grant Ward, Bev Dornan and Steve Ferguson and voting in Petrina Arnason, Blair Whitmarsh and Angie Quaale as their replacements. Mayor Jack Froese was elected to a second term, fending off an attempted comeback by Rick Green, the mayor he defeated in 2011. On election night, Froese celebrated his win with supporters at the Fort Langley Golf Club. “Tonight the mayor’s office is signed, sealed and delivered,” Froese said. “The future belongs to those who prepare for it today, and today the voters went out and prepared for the future of Langley by having their voice and choosing who they want to be on council and to lead Langley.” Froese praised the defeated incumbents as “good people who have served Langley for a long time and have done an excellent job.” “I know Steve [Ferguson] has been the longest-serving councillor and worked hard all his career for Langley,” Froese said. “Bev has put her heart and soul into it and Grant, another long-serving councillor, they have tried to make decisions that were in the best interests of the community and we’re going to miss that,” said Froese. For the Unelection Campaign mounted by some local residents who wanted five of the incumbents gone,
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the results were not everything they were seeking, but they were still pleased. “I think we were fairly successful” said Unelection spokesperson Andy Schildhorn, who noted that three of the candidates the group endorsed, David Davis, Kim Richter and Petrina Arnason, were among the top vote-getters, finishing first, second and fourth. As well, the three defeated incumbents were among those given failing grades by the Unelection website, which recommended against voting for them. Schildhorn told The Times the Unelection Campaign will continue, but could “morph” into something else over the next four years. He wasn’t specific. “We are here and we will be attending council meetings,” Schildhorn said. The new faces on Langley Township council all attributed their victories to sustained, ground-level campaigning. New councillor Arnason, who won on her third bid for office, said after the last election, she spent a lot of time working with community groups and attending council meetings to be ready for office. “People know I will hit the ground running,” Arnason sad. As a daughter of longtime Langley Township councillor Muriel Arnason, she said having “the Arnason DNA” helps, as well. In response to a Black SEE: Page 3
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Press question, Arnason said she agrees with the suggestion the results represent a shift of emphasis toward limiting density and development and preserving the quality of life, especially in the rural neighbourhoods of Langley. “I think it is a trend,” Arnason said, adding “that suits me because these are the values that I support. “We want to be able to manage growth, we want to make sure we have a viable future.” Going forward, she would like to see a “broader perspective” taken by council, working collaboratively with other agencies such as the Agricultural Land Commission. Blair Whitmarsh was elected on his first attempt “I started the work [on my campaign] a long time ago,” Whitmarsh said following his victory. “I knew that I needed a lot of time
to get my message out.” Whitmarsh said developing a new official community plan in Brookswood, where residents rebelled at a proposal to increase density, and getting a new Aldergrove swimming pool are high priorities for him personally. Angie Quaale also managed a win on her first attempt. “I’ve been working on my campaign for over a year,” Quaale said. “I didn’t just put my hand up and decide to run.” Quaale thinks issues of the environment and pace of development have always been a concern, but the way the Township discusses those issues has changed. “I think the shift has been the way council and the community will interact,” Quaale said. She held seven community meetings throughout the Township during
the election campaign and is promising to continue the practice. “I’m really excited to get to work,” she said. Election night results show mayor Froese won re-election with 13,186 votes, while challenger and former Township mayor, Rick Green, took 7,595. A third candidate for mayor Serena Oh, received 1,255 votes. David Davis topped the polls with 12,527 votes, while fellow councillors Kim Richter (11,415) and Charlie Fox (9,116) had little trouble holding onto their seats. Receiving the fourth highest number of votes (8,930) was Arnason, Incumbents Michelle Sparrow (8,598) and Bob Long (7,615) took the fifth and sixth spots, respectively, while the remaining two seats were captured by newcomers Whitmarsh (7,550) and Quaale (7,526).
Some Township residents noticed a slight glitch with voting machines and took to social media to joke about it on Saturday. As ballots were inserted, an American flag popped up on the screen of each machine, which had
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erty from the Township, using the donated money from the Blaauw family. TWU has promised no housing will be built on the site. The agreement between the university and the Township includes a restrictive covenant which only allows buildings that “enhance the use of the conservation area on the property.” Under the terms of the covenant, the Township and general public are to have access to the site for environmental research, education, and recreational purposes. Located near 84 Avenue and 260 Street, the 25 acres were placed on the market by the Township to help fund a new community centre, swimming pool and ice rink in Aldergrove. It was the Township’s second attempt at selling land in Glen Valley after a plan to market 21 acres of Township-owned forest on 84 Avenue between 252 and 254 Streets was cancelled in July of 2012 because of a campaign by WOLF.
Township mayor Jack Froese speaks following his victory Saturday night.
been rented from a company in Omaha, Nebraska, along with a message thanking the person for voting. Township of Langley returning officer Bob Wilson said he was aware of the problem, but it wasn’t discovered until about a week ago, too close to the election to fix. During an earlier test run with a sample ballot, the U.S. flag did not appear, said Wilson. Vote totals for the losing council candidates were: Steve Ferguson, 7,377; Bev Dornan, 7,310; Clint Lee, 7,300; Dave Stark, 7,181; Kerri Ross, 7,181; Mel Kositsky, 6,012; Grant Ward, 5,899; Jackie Mandzak, 5,889; Kevin Mitchell, 5,537; Solon Bucholtz, 4,695; Scott Nichols, 3,765; Patricia Lessard, 2,317; Karl Buchanan, 1,508; Zosia Ettenberg, 1,436. — with files from Brenda Anderson and James Inglis
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The Langley Board of Education has three new faces around the table and no time for those new trustees to settle into their new role, said re-elected City trustee Rob McFarlane. “I’m really pleased and excited to be re-elected,” said McFarlane. “We have accomplished an awful lot, but it is interesting times right out of the gate.” He has been acting chair for the last couple of months, as Wendy Johnson took leave. She did not seek re-election. McFarlane received 2,182 votes in the City and was elected alongside newcomer Shelley Coburn, with 2,144 votes. Incumbent Candy Ashdown was not re-elected. She received 1,728 votes. “Right out of the gate we are starting our consultation process with the public about what is going to happen in the Willoughby slope and we also have to finalize what we are going to ask of the province in terms of wanting a new high school,” said McFarlane. This leaves little time for new trustees to get used a role that ‘takes a while to
get used to.’ “But this (figuring out what to do with the overpopulation of Willoughby schools) is a huge project that will impact the whole district so I’m really hoping we get the community engaged in this.” He’s impressed and ‘optimistic’ with the dynamics of the new board. In the Township, incumbent Alison McVeigh topped the polls, with 8,523 votes, followed by two other incumbents, Rod Ross, 8,027, and Megan Dykeman, 7,810. Newcomer David Tod, a teacher in Abbotsford, was fourth in votes with 7,749 followed by Rosemary Wallace with 7,148. Wallace is switching over from Langley City politics to education. “I was so nervous on Saturday,” said Wallace of her win. “There were a lot of really good candidates who had a lot of passion for education. I think it’s a good message to the incumbents who were re-elected that they can’t just sit back. There is a lot of new energy and drive to get things done,” said Wallace.
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Aldergrove house now a Patricia Ross tops Abbotsford election designated heritage site polls for fifth time
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The former Aldergrove home of James and Laura Shortreed has been formally declared a heritage site. The July 21 vote by Township council was unanimous. Shortreed built the house in the 1920s on 26B Avenue, about 40 years after his family first bought property in the area. James was the son of Robert Shortreed, one of the earliest landowners in the Aldergrove area. The elder Shortreed was the local justice of the peace for 36 years. Robert Shortreed also installed the first telegraph in the area and ran a post office and general store at the intersection of Old Yale and County Line Roads, which was known as “Shortreed Corners.” His son and daughter-in-law commissioned a one-and-a-half story wood house built with material produced by local mills, one that a report to Township council describes as typical for the period between the two World Wars. “The simplified, Craftsmaninfluenced design reflects the austerity of the immediate post-First World War era, but also demonstrates the nostalgic traditionalism
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The James Shortreed residence in Aldergrove has been designated an official heritage site. that suffused North America after “remains in substantially original the end of the war and the return of condition” thanks to work by the peace,” Township heritage planner current owners, Breanna Statler and Derek Crowie, to upgrade and Elaine Horricks wrote. The building was later relocated restore the property. Statler and Crowie applied for down the street to its current location in the 2600 block of 272A the heritage designation, which is Street. Horricks called the James intended to protect the building and Laura Shortreed residence from design changes or demolition a “significant historic asset” that in years to come.
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She said she did not like some of the tactics that were used in the election campaign, including the formation of fake websites and Twitter accounts that bad-mouthed some of the candidates. “It’s always disappointing to see that in politics and I long for the day when that doesn’t happen anymore, but I do take heart in the fact that most of us were definitely taking the high road. We’re very supportive of each other, very encouraging, very friendly.” She said having four years, instead of the previous three, before a new council is elected will provide more opportunity for the mayor and councillors to “get things accomplished.” Ross said among the first priorities for the new council will be budget deliberations, and she said one of her personal goals will be to continue to fight Metro Vancouver’s plans to build incinerators. Ross has been a vocal opponent of the proposal to build a waste-to-energy trash incinerator in the Lower Mainland, saying it will cause harm to the fragile Fraser Valley air shed. Ross served as the only woman at the council table for the previous three years, but is now joined by three other female councillors – Brenda Falk, Kelly Chahal and Sandra Blue, all from the AbbotsfordFirst slate.
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Two new trustees on Abby board By VIKKI HOPES Aldergrove Star
Two new faces join the five incumbents on the Abbotsford board of education, following Saturday’s municipal election. Freddy Latham and Phil Anderson join Cindy Schafer, Stan Petersen, Shirley Wilson, Rhonda Pauls and Preet Rai on the sevenmember board. Two long-time trustees – John Sutherland and Korky Neufeld – did not run for the board this time around. Sutherland has retired from politics and Neufeld is seeking the Conservative Party nomination in the new Mission-Matsqui-Fraser Canyon federal riding. The non-official results were: Schafer with 12,777 votes followed by Petersen (12,343), Wilson (11,881), Pauls (11,680), Rai (11,489), Latham (10,901) and Anderson (9,928). Just missing a spot was Balbir Gill with 9,463 votes. A total of 16 candidates were vying for a position as a trustee. Speaking at Matsqui Centennial Auditorium after the final results were released, Latham said she is excited to be joining the board for the first time. She said she enjoyed the campaign leading up to the election
A massive crowd filled the Aldergrove Legion grounds surrounding the cenotaph for the Remembrance Day service, Nov. 11. A parade led by the Legion’s colour party marched down the Veterans’ Way portion of Fraser Highway to the cenotaph shortly after 10 a.m. The parade included a marching pipe band, Legionnaires, navy and army cadets and uniformed service personnel from the military, RCMP and fire fighters, as well as Scouts and Guides and the Kodiaks junior hockey team. Fraser Highway was closed to traffic for the duration of the service and vintage military vehicles from International Movie Services were parked on the highway in front of a pair of Township of Langley ladder trucks which held a Canadian flag in the air behind the cenotaph. Security was noticeably tightened up at this year’s service, with armed officers patrolling the crowd and an RCMP sharpshooter posted to the Legion rooftop. The Fraser Valley Community Winds and Central Valley Community Pipe Band led the singing of the anthems and hymns. The crowd of well over 1,000, perhaps as many as 2,000, stood in silent respect as the speakers recited poetry, scripture readings, prayers and the names of the service men and women who have passed away in the past year. Wreaths were laid at the cenotaph by representatives of the government and community organizations, after which the crowd was invited to place their poppies on the cenotaph.
and her “interaction with community members,” and is looking forward to having a voice in the school district, especially as a member of the arts community. Latham is the founder and artistic director of Abbotsford Children’s Theatre. Also joining the board for the first time is Anderson, retired from owning an auto repair business for 30 years. He previously served as a school trustee for nine years, including one as board chair, in Lloydminster, Alta. Leading up to the election, Anderson said the key issues of importance to him were class sizes too large for individual teachers and providing specialty classes for children with special needs. “Trustees need to be a link between the classroom and the community,” he said at the time. The inaugural meeting of the new Abbotsford board of education will be on Dec. 9. The other eight candidates finished in the following order: Linda Matties (7,839 votes), Kirpa Punam Kaur Mann (7,249), Kamal Gill (6,213), Graham Evan MacDonnell (5,278), Harold Kokot (4,556), Kevin Pedersen (4,316), Noah Dwain Arney (3,539) and Tadeusz Kuczynski (1,975).
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VICTORIA – The saddest manifestation of British Columbia’s modern democracy has produced its judgment, with the election of school trustees for the next four years. There are still independent, community-minded trustees, but mostly “boards of education” have become the neglected, exploited stepchild of B.C. politics. Teacher union locals and CUPE-dominated “labour councils” organize candidate forums and ask most of the questions, often to former teachers holding and seeking school board seats. Unions finance the campaigns of those who pledge to act as a bullhorn for constant demands for more provincial money, and instruct their members to vote for what should be called the Conflict of Interest slate. This has been going on for so long in B.C. it is seen as normal. Trustees who most loudly plump for their union masters tend to win, thanks to low turnout. The public mostly doesn’t give a damn, since school property tax authority was centralized in Victoria many years ago, largely because of this special interest pressure. The classic case is in Coquitlam, where one could almost hear the theme from The Godfather as local CUPE boss Dave Ginter appeared before the board of education in February. He informed the elected trustees that their collective financial acumen
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wasn’t up to his standards and some of them would have to go this fall. “Obviously, the chore I have is to find new trustees,” Ginter clarified in an interview with the Tri-City News as the union’s candidate selection machine stirred to life. Ginter seems to have made them an offer they couldn’t refuse on Saturday, with formerly union-blessed trustees turfed out in favour of a new group. Then there’s Vancouver Island, where the 1970s survived, at least until Saturday night. Cowichan school board got itself fired by the province in 2012 for refusing to submit a balanced budget. Two of the trustees who think the job is to flout the balanced budget rule and instead demand a “needs budget” ran again. They were joined on a slate by two others who apparently still believe the answer to every problem is to shout for “more government funding.” They didn’t get in, as voters appear to have been unimpressed by seeing their school board replaced by a provincially-appointed manager for two years. That brings up a modest proposal. How about an appointed trustee for each of the 60 school districts? School boards have lost authority over taxation, curriculum (another area of constant union social engineering pressure) and now labour relations. Do we really need them any more?
After the 2013 B.C. election, the Christy Clark government wasted no time taking control of union bargaining on behalf of school districts. Trustees were pushed out of the bargaining agency, no longer trusted to represent taxpayers for that duty either. The puppet role of some school trustees was evident in the recent teacher strike. When the province opted to pay parents for the disruption, there was a chorus of protest from those supposedly elected to represent the interests of parents and taxpayers. School tax rates are now set by cabinet order, and the B.C. Liberal government is considering a move to regulate local industrial taxes. (This would presumably be to keep union-influenced municipalities from trying to get too many golden eggs from those liquefied natural gas plants.) Would Education Minister Peter Fassbender and his team continue their remake by amalgamating or eliminating school boards? Not likely. With a rare teacher settlement in place, trustees will have less incentive to grandstand. And their meetings may become something more than union beef sessions. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press newspapers. Email: tfletcher@blackpress. ca Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Editor: With November 11th just passed, the Legion would like to take the opportunity to thank the people of Aldergrove and surrounding communities for the overwhelming attendance at the Remembrance Day Parade and Service as well as your generosity to our Poppy Campaign. The Legion appreciates all the local businesses that each year set aside room for the Poppy trays and to those that allow xanvassers in front of their premises: thank you for your continued support. To the countless volunteers who work hard not just during this time but behind the scenes all year long to support not only the success of the Poppy Campaign and Remembrance Day but all the activities at the Legion, thank you for your efforts and assistance. This year we had a tremendous Poppy Campaign and Remembrance ceremony. While our volunteers contributed to organizing it and our local businesses helped in the success, it was the people of Aldergrove, the community
that came together and donated generously, attended the service to pay their respects to our fallen comrades, our veterans and those Canadian Forces members still serving and supported Branch 265 throughout the year; I would like to say “Thank You”. Now as our busy lives take us towards Christmas and the holiday season please take time and pause to remember those Canadians who have sacrificed and continue to sacrifice their lives for our peace and freedom. Also keep in mind those families that have loved ones that have paid the ultimate sacrifice, this time of year I am sure does not pass easy. On behalf of our veterans, members and executive of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 265 Aldergrove, I would like to take the opportunity to wish the people of Aldergrove and surrounding communities all the best for Christmas and the holiday season and thank you for your continued support and show of respect. Doug Hadley President, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 265 Aldergrove
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Fort Langley Canoe Club: Recreational exercise, camaraderie, and adventures await By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star
“Paddles up!” the steersman orders as we push off from the Paddlesport Dock at Fort Langley Marina. Under a brilliant August Tuesday late afternoon sun the eight of us on a voyageur canoe “take it away” on our little trip around McMillan Island, paddling on the Bedford Channel and Fraser River. I’m a novice paddler who has come along on a Fort Langley Canoe Club (FLCC) “drop-in” session and I’m seated mid-canoe alongside Susan Murray, a commodore with the club who patiently explains what I should do as well as points out landmarks and the sights along our little voyage. It’s not that complicated but the other seven paddlers, all women, are regulars who work together in unison, like a well-oiled machine. I do my best to fit in and by the end of our hour-long trip I finally get the rhythm right and stop hitting the paddle of the paddler in front of me. Along the way we see a pair of bald eagles sitting in a tree, stop to pick up refuse floating in the water and observe the fellow FLCC dragonboaters and outrigger canoeists practicing in the channel. Murray is typical of many of the FLCC’s 550 members, in that she started out with the club four years ago as an older person who was simply looking for some recreational exercise and camaraderie. She found it by joining with like-minded souls in weekly paddles on the Fraser River in an eight-person voyageur canoe. “I started out coming once a week for the voyageur paddles and enjoyed the friendships and teamwork, so I tried some of the other things like dragonboats and I really liked it,” said Susan Murray. “I’m now competitive, a member of the 50-plus Fast and Furious dragonboat team. But I still like to come out for the voyageur paddles.” From its humble beginnings 20 years ago the FLCC has grown into an important part of the community, providing over 550 members with recreational and competitive water sports.
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A decal on a Fort Langley Canoe Club voyageur canoe commemorates participation in the Columbia Brigade to mark the bicentennial of David Thompson’s voyage from Invermere, B.C. to Astoria, Oregon.
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Fort Langley Canoe Club members (including Dr. Grant Rawstron, second from left) came ashore to camp during their summer 2014 paddling expedition around the Gulf Islands. Started by Colin Chappell, whose down the Fraser and Columbia were children competed in high level done alongside other canoe clubs kayak racing, the FLCC became a to mark the bi-centenaries of Simon registered non-profit society in 1994, Fraser and David Thompson, who with summer programs offered in were the first European explorers to Bedford Channel, coached by univer- travel and chart the entire lengths of sity students. the two mightiest west coast rivers. Their ever-growing flotilla of For some FLCC members the canoes, kayaks, outriggers and voyageur expeditions have led to dragon boats were initially housed participating in even more gruelin a ramshackle old garage in Fort ling adventures, such as the Yukon Langley, which was memorable for its Quest Marathon (see story by Sylvia creaky old bay door that threatened Langmann, page 9). to fall off every time it was opened or Some of the FLCC’s longclosed. time guiding lights like Dr. Grant FLCC members had to carry their Rawstron, and the couple, Cheryl boats down the street and across the MacIntosh and Glenn Howes, rail tracks to the Bedford Channel remain very active in the voyageur and back again. Thankfully, that is canoes aspect. Over the past 20 years now ancient history, as in 2008 the members have competed in the BC club moved into a modern boat Summer Games, National Canoe house on the new marina, built by Championships, Western Canada the Township of Langley and oper- Games, BC Bantam Championships ated by the Bedford Channel Society. Pan Am Canoe Championships, The FLCC and three other boating Western Canada Summer Games and organizations lease storage space the BC Senior Games, among other from the Bedford Channel Society events and regattas. for their boats and equipment at the For many others it has led to parattractive new marina. ticipating in the highly competitive In addition to this, the FLCC is dragonboat races. Of the FLCC’s 550 currently building a new dock for members, a full 250 are dragonboatits nine dragonboats just east of the ers. marina, near the bridge, at a cost of Cheryl MacIntosh and Glenn $200,000. Howes of Glen Valley were this “We’ve been saving up for this for past year’s recipients of the Langley quite some time,” said Susan Murray. Township “John and Muriel Arnason Paddlers come from far and wide Award.” For 12 years, the couple has to participate in the regular season been dedicated to the Fort Langley voyageur paddles. There is no addi- Canoe Club. tional cost for FLCC members, other Cheryl began as a voyageur padthan the annual $80 membership fee. dler, then became a leader and coach, Non-members are also welcome to encouraging the group to try dragonsign up, at a drop-in cost of $10 per boat paddling. Interest grew and with paddle session. Each session runs Cheryl chairing the FLCC board about 60 to 90 minutes. since 2009, the club grew to more In addition to regular paddles than 500 members. That meant more around the Bedford Channel and boats, docks, and storage spaces were McMillan/Brae Island, the club orga- needed, and Glenn became the key nizes “moonlight” paddles on the person for getting the docks upgradFraser River, hosts regattas, helps re- ed, leading working groups through create the arrival of the fur brigade planning and design processes, and voyageurs every BC Day weekend for the actual physical labour. Fort Langley’s Brigade Days, hosts The couple also lends their experthe annual Cranberry Race, as well as tise to local environmental groups, organizes or joins other canoe clubs such as the Glen Valley Watershed in outings and expeditions. Society, Derby Reach/Brae Island In recent years these expeditions Parks Association and have opened have included paddles around the up their home for work parties and Gulf Islands and Okanagan lakes, as lunches for events such as the annual well as paddling the lengths of the Bird Count. Rideau Canal, the Fraser River and In 2001, FLCC’s senior athletes the Columbia River. The expeditions joined team rowing with the official
opening of Fort Langley Rowing Club. The rowing and canoe clubs remain separate entities but they share resources such as the coach boat, as well as some memberships. The first dragonboat team was formed in 2004, with the club hiring a coach and renting a dragon boat weekly from False Creek. A year later, thanks to substantial fundraising efforts by members, the club bought its first dragon boat and they grew to four dragonboat teams. In the following year, 2006, the club acquired its first six-person outrigger canoe (OC6), used mainly by dragonboaters for cross training, and the FLCC also became involved with Township of Langley waterfront development in the Bedford Channel. They also grew to six dragon boat teams that year, and to seven teams the following year. The year 2008 was a real watershed for the club as they saw the opening of their new floating boathouse and Township of Langley docks, the club grew to nine dragonboat teams and acquired a second OC6 outrigger canoe, as well as participated in the bi-centennial reenactment of Simon Fraser’s voyage from Fort St James to Vancouver. In 2009 the FLCC grew to 11 dragonboat teams and purchased their third dragonboat. In addition, the “Power For All” program was launched for paddlers with disabilities, which provides watersports for these persons in a safe atmosphere, with expert leaders and specialized equipment to compensate for physical handicaps. In the next year, 2010, there were 12 dragon boat teams and the club purchased its fifth dragon boat (three 6/16s and two BUK’s), and its third OC6 outrigger. Dragon boat youth after-school programs began that year, as well. In 2011, the club purchased the Millennium dragonboat, its sixth, and there were two youth dragon boat teams and a total of 14 teams. In 2012, there were 15 dragonboat teams and the FLCC purchased
its first of three one-person OC1 outriggers, as well as two new voyageur canoes for a total of eight, and a new three-boat trailer to haul them with. The dragonboat youth after-school program grew to four teams. By 2013 there were 17 dragonboat teams. Titanium, the women’s 59-plus dragonboat team, won bronze at Canadian Club Crew Nationals, and Fast and Furious, Titanium and Abreast with FORTitude qualified for the Club Crew World Championships in Ravenna, Italy, in September 2014. Abreast with FORTitude, flying the dual flags of Abreast in a Boat and FLCC, went on to take bronze in the 2000m and 500m sprints at the Worlds in Ravenna, Italy. In addition, during that same month Fortified took Mixed Gold again at the BC Seniors Games while the Flash Dragons won Women’s Silver. There are also many youth members of the FLCC among the 140 who paddle the outrigger canoes, as well as the dragonboats and many are also competitive. Their youth group, ages 14-17 years, recently won the bronze at the Rio Tinto Regatta. The FLCC also offers a wide range of classes and camps for kayakers, aged nine and up. There are additional boat usage fees required for participating in the dragonboats and outriggers to help pay for coaching, and of course there are costs to enter any regattas, special events or expeditions. The FLCC does its best to keep these costs affordable for all, but $10 drop-in sessions in all of the boat categories are regularly scheduled to allow individuals to try out a sport before making a commitment to join. As Susan Murray observes, “When you start out with the club you tend to make friends and this leads to trying other aspects of canoeing and finding new adventures.” Details on the different programs and registration information is available at the FLCC’s website: http:// www.fortlangleycanoeclub.ca/
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Fort Langley Canoe Club’s Paddlesport Marina and Boathouse is jampacked with their canoes, kayaks and equipment.
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have the waves overpower and flip him over again. Two other kayakers came to his rescue, making a triangle for the submerged kayaker to spread-eagle in the icy water until the safety boat came, however, the waves were too rough to get to shore so they left the kayaker close enough for him to walk through the icy water to safety, where he warmed himself with a bonfire. Another capsized racer who had lost all his food would paddle up to peoples’ boats and ask for spare food, as race participants are not permitted to re-stock themselves after the race starts. Our voyageur canoe ventured out of the 30 mile long lake after a thrilling ride to continue under the Midnight Sun. Stopping once to change into warm clothes for the evening we paddled through 30 Mile Gorge in 2-degree temperature. A forested coastline was shrouded in ghostly mist that floated over the water like spirits as our canoe made its way through the cold grey waters, walled in by steep black cliffs. We passed a boat crew suffering hypothermia and they had to quit the race. Paddling through whirlpools and swirling boils our boat glided safely through. Unfortunately a tandem canoe capsized and its two canoeists had to swim through frigid water with no shoreline to safety further downstream. Once on shore and unable to light a fire, they were hypothermic and in serious danger, had it not been for Whitehorse kayaker Ken Gibbons, who is credited with saving their lives. Noticing their upturned boat he stopped to check them out, lit a fire, gave them some of his warm clothes and stayed with them until they were ready to paddle. He followed them to Carmack to ensure their safety. He was a lead boat until he stopped to make the rescue. Although he lost four hours he continued paddling to Dawson. After 26 hours of non-stop paddling we reached our first rest stop at Carmack. We had our first meal and the opportunity to rest for
seven hours. Then we were back in the boat to paddle under blazing sunshine towards the Five Finger Rapids. “Stay on the right side and do not take the dangerous left channel,” we were told. The roar of the waves heralded the oncoming rush and we blasted through the swamping water surrounded by high cliffs. Very exciting and it was over too soon. Paddlers came from 12 countries and were there to finish the race, however, for most winning was not important. Even though canoes and kayaks and rescue boats were on the river we paddled through many miles of wilderness and endless hours without seeing a single boat. Reaching Kirkman Creek, the final stopover, we stayed at an isolated farm to eat soup and cake and rest for three hours before the final 160 kilometres of paddling to Dawson. It is a common occurrence to hallucinate, due to fatigue, but it was thrilling to watch the “show” which relieved the monotony and the physical strain. When we finished we were exhausted, stiff and aching, but I had a great time and it was fun all the way. Our boat came in at 59 hours and fourth in the voyageur category. The first to cross the finish line was a tandem kayak team of competitive paddlers from the U.K. Team “Two Numbnuts” arrived in Dawson City in 45 hours and led the 2014 Yukon River Quest from start to finish, en route to winning the 16th annual race. The Whitehorse voyageur canoe group Team Ts’alvit, whose name stems from the Gwich’in translation for Arctic loon, finished third overall, reaching Dawson in 48 hours. Of the 66 boats to start Yukon Quest 2014, 48 finished. As competitor Jim Boyde said, “It’s very difficult to train for the difficulties of this race, and it’s almost impossible to train for the conditions.” (See also FLCC story, page 7.)
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Coal train detours in Fraser Valley will continue until January 15 Aldergrove Star bound trains, which are unloaded at Empty BNSF coal trains will con- Roberts Bank in Delta, are using BC Rail tinue to run through Surrey, Langley and tracks to Cloverdale, Canadian Pacific to Livingstone (at 232 Street, off Highway Abbotsford until the new year. Southern Railway of B.C. announced 1) and Southern Railway of B.C. from there to the U.S. Thursday that the border at Sumas. re-routing of the On Saturday, empty trains over its Nov. 8, a driver tracks will continue in Abbotsford until Jan. 15, 2015. struck one of That will mark more the empty trains than six months SUBMITTED PHOTO as it was crosssince the trains were Township Arts and Cultural Services mManager Peter Tulumello presented the BCMA Distinguished ing Townshipline first diverted from Service Award to the Lead Docents at the Langley Centennial Museum, including (left to right) Christine Road. BNSF tracks, which Toth, Maureen Pepin, Maureen LePage, Terry Waddington, Alison Minto, Nan Coram, and Linda Arksey. He was killed, run through South and several cars of Surrey and White the train derailed, Rock. Detours began Be cautious of oncoming long coal leading to a power on July 7. The lengthy east- trains at uncontrolled crossings here, outage. Aldergrove Star before recognized a docent team The conference concludes with an A group of hardworking and for such a prestigious award,” annual awards banquet where the dedicated volunteers who have Chenatte said. “By bestowing this Association recognizes excellence been educating students and the award on this group, museum and in various categories. In 2014, a nomination for a community at Langley Centennial cultural professionals in this provMuseum for decades has been rec- ince are showing they recognize the Distinguished Service Award was ognized with a prestigious provin- calibre and quality of services pro- made to recognize the efforts of a vided by our docent team and their group whose capacity, dedication, cial award. A Distinguished Service Award commitment to excellence. We are and professionalism has been expewas presented to the Museum’s now the standard to which all oth- rienced for four decades. Tulumello noted that two docent team by the British ers cultural volunteer organizations Langley Centennial Museum Columbia Museum Association aspire towards.” The British Columbia Museum docents in particular have shown (BCMA). Township of Langley Association, which was founded an extraordinary level of commitCultural Services Manager Peter Registration Opens January 19th-23rd Tulumello presented the award in 1957 and incorporated in 1966, ment: “Maureen LePage and Ratna to the docents on behalf of the provides a unified voice for the Hira are pioneers in the truest 8:00am - 4:00pm Association during a special meet- institutions, trustees, professional sense when it comes to educational staff, and volunteers of the BC programs at the Langley Centennial ing held November 13. museum and gallery community. Museum,” he said. “Both individu“Our volunteers were up against Come for a School Tour some very stiff competition from The BCMA delivers programs and als started with us as volunteer much larger museums and cultural services to benefit its members and docents in 1974 and remain active Nov. 18 Secondary .............. 9:00-10:00 am Jan. 13 Elementary ......... 11:00-12:00 pm institutions,” Tulumello said, not- the community, and acts as the cul- members of the docent team 40 Nov. 24 Elementary ......... 11:00-12:00 pm Jan. 14 Middle ........................ 9:00-10:00 am ing that the award recognizes the tural information hub for British years later.” Dec. 3 Elementary ............ 9:00-10:00 am Jan. 21 Middle ........................ 9:00-10:00 am “This level of dedication is docents’ volunteer service to the Columbia. It represents all museJan. 7 Elementary ............ 9:00-10:00 am ums from the Royal BC Museum truly amazing and the Township community and the quality of eduGO TO: cational programs they deliver to in Victoria to the numerous one- of Langley is blessed to have such www.meischools.com room museums that can be found individuals championing culture schools in the region. - Tour MEI Schools throughout the rural outskirts. and heritage in the community,” Being presented with the award - Reserve a seat Each year the BCMA hosts a Chenatte added. “I have always was a huge honour for the Museum and a significant accomplishment professional conference and work- believed that if you want to leave for the docents, said Jeff Chenatte, shops for its members, which footprints in the sands of time, the Museum’s Art and Heritage explore best practices for museums, wear work boots - and this group Educator. “The BCMA has never galleries, and cultural institutions. has, for the past forty years!”
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Whether he’s out on the truck or working behind the desk in the office, Justin Beals enjoys his job with Communitas Social Enterprises (CSE). CSE is a program of Communitas Supportive Care Society that provides shredding and recycling services through ShredMasters and ValleyRecycling. Beals has been with the company since 2007 and has grown into the job, taking on more responsibilities as time has passed. But more than that, he’s grown into the person he is today because his job is more than a place to shred paper and recycle materials. Beals, who lives with mental illness, said doing this work enabled him to find himself again. CSE gives people recovering from mental health challenges an opportunity to achieve healthy and independent lives by providing a safe environment to get hands-on job skills training. Former CSE manager Peter Kent worked with Beals for several years. “Justin is a good example of someone who might not have made it in a ‘normal’ work environment where there might not be time to see the potential in a person or the patience to draw that out. He started slowly but he’s come a long, long way,” he said. Before Beals came to the program, he had been in and out of hospital for four years dealing with mental illness. He was unable to work and had to go on
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people through profits by offering meaningful employment training.” He said being part of a team creates a sense of belonging and gives opportunities for contribution. Having a reason to get up every morning, a positive place to go, and the chance to earn money all help improve one’s confidence and self-esteem, he added. Beals became a driver/mentor to other clients and was soon managing accounts in the office. Today he works halftime in the office and halftime on the truck and is now the operations supervisor. Beals also helps other clients with their goal planning. He has
not been in the hospital since he came to work at CSE and is no longer on disability assistance. He also took a peer support training course and did that work for a year. In October 2012, he married his sweetheart, who also works for Communitas. Beals continues to have a hopeful outlook on life. “I feel good. This job still gives me purpose, confidence, being part of a team, and a social aspect,” he said. “Having a boss that understands mental illness has been huge.” For more information about Communitas Social Enterprises, visit: communitasenterprises.com
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Yannick hits the keyboard, making a loud, discordant sound. The noise is worth it for the smile it elicits from him – bright and toothy, with laughter behind it. Until now, smiles have been a rarity for the four-year-old. His parents, Vida and Yves Rabu, attribute this happy change to his stay at Matthew’s House in Abbotsford. The facility is a home away from home that provides respite care for children with complex health-care issues. A child’s stay at Matthew’s House gives parents a chance to rest and rejuvenate. Knowing that their child is cared for in a safe and loving environment means parents like Vida and Yves can take a break with peace of mind. Yannick faces many challenges – cerebral palsy, global development delay and seizures. He has respiratory issues that require him to be suctioned so that he can breathe easily, is diapered and needs a wheelchair. Just last April, he was hospitalized with pneumonia and
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parents don’t often get a break. Still, the Rabu family is remarkably positive. Yannick loves to watch TV and listen to music. He also enjoys sitting in the kitchen as meals are being prepared. His sister Anggun, 11, helps tend to her brother’s daily needs, changing diapers, feeding, doing exercises with him or reading to him. “I love him for who he is,” she says. “I love to hug and kiss him, read and play with him.” The Rabus first learned of Matthew’s House when it was being built on the Campus of Care adjacent to Abbotsford Regional Hospital. Yannick was one of the first children to stay at Matthew’s House when it opened in November 2013. In May of this year, he had an extended stay while his family travelled to Orlando and that’s when positive changes in his health were first noticed. “We began to notice that he was moving more and responding to questions,” said Wendy Toohey, who manages the home. “We only had to suction him
at night and we noticed that he was beginning to clear his throat on his own. His speech therapist was amazed when he saw that Yannick was not only responding but imitating animal noises that we made with him, and he was smiling so much.” Vida and Yves were overjoyed when they saw how Yannick had improved while they were away. “We had never seen him being that way, smiling so much, making sounds and even laughing,” Vida said. “Is it because Matthew’s House is a new building with clean air circulation? Is it because it’s quiet? Or is it because he got all that attention from the lovely, caring staff?” The Rabus are sure that Yannick will spend more time at Matthew’s House. “Matthew’s House is just like our second home to us,” Vida said. “It eases the burden for a while.” The facility costs $860,000 each year to operate, with nearly all of the funds raised by donation. For more information or to make a donation, visits mattshouse.ca
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Photo at left, Aldergrove Kodiaks alumni Stephen Ryan (#13) returned to the team this past week and helped the Kodiaks to a 4-3 victory over the Ridge Meadows Flames, Nov. 12 at Aldergrove Arena. Photo at right, Kodiaks goalie Ben Giesbrecht was outstanding in the net, stopping 37 of 40 shots.
Kodiaks douse Flames 4-3 Aldergrove Star
The Ridge Meadows Flames outshot the Aldergrove Kodiaks at Aldergrove Arena Nov. 12 but could not overcome their hosts and came out in the bottom end of the 4-3 score to the Kodiaks. Kodiaks captain Aaron Markin enjoyed a three-point game, with the game’s opening goal as well as two assists, to earn the first star of the
night. Stephen Ryan, in his first game since his return from Merritt, scored the team’s second goal in the first period. With the game tied at 2-2 at the start of the second period, Kodiaks Wyatt Versluis and Matt Oliver scored one each to put the team up 4-2 going into the third period. The pressure was intense through-
out the third but the Flames were only able to score once in the period to end the game a 4-3 win for the Kodiaks. The result leaves the Kodiaks third in the Harold Brittain conference, with 18 points after 19 games (6-7-2-4). Langley Knights lead the division with 26 points, followed by Abbotsford Pilots with 19, while the Flames follow at 16 points and the
Mission Outlaws stand at 12. Neither the Kodiaks nor the Flames were able to score on any of the four power plays apiece. The Flames had 40 shots on goal to the Kodiaks’ 27. Kodiaks’ assists were from Markin (2), Elvis Jansons, Jamieson Ree, Eric Callegari, Cameron Davitt, and Nolan Wallinger. Kodiaks’ keeper Ben Giesbrecht stopped 37 of the
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40 shots. Davitt and Evan Cusmano were the second and third stars, respectively. The Kodiaks host the Mission Outlaws Wednesday, Nov. 19, 7:15 p.m., followed by the Abbotsford Pilots on Nov. 26, at Aldergrove Arena. The Kodiaks’ next away game is on Nov. 28 at the Ridge Meadows Flames.
Midget Bruins sweep tourney Aldergrove Star
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In Residential Areas:
The Township of Langley is full of wildlife habitat and people share the area with animals including bears, cougars, and coyotes. These creatures are simply trying to survive, but can be dangerous if provoked. Residents do not need to be continually on alert, but can take action to deter wild animals if they are known to be in their area. TELEVISED
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Bears: During the winter months, bears are in hibernation and do not interact with humans for three or four months. Cougars: can have kittens throughout the year and family groups can be seen at any time. Cougars survive on natural food sources found in the wild, primarily deer. Cougar attacks on humans are highly unlikely. However, if you encounter a cougar, do not run. Pick children up immediately and talk to the cougar in a confident voice. Act big by waving sticks and branches, and back away slowly while still facing the cougar. If it attacks, fight back.
Coyotes: have the largest population of potentially dangerous wildlife in the area and can be seen year round, even in residential areas. Family groups have been regularly seen around Langley. Coyotes are bold and easily lose their natural fear of people. Never feed a coyote. If you encounter a coyote, scare it off by making loud noise or throwing something at it to make it afraid. Never ignore a coyote. If it continues to approach, do not run. Maintain eye contact, pick up small pets or children, and slowly move to an area of increased activity.
Langley Rivermen Junior A Hockey Fri Nov 21 7:00pm vs. Surrey Eagles Sat Nov 22 7:00pm vs. Vernon Vipers Fri Nov 28 7:00pm vs. Penticton Vees
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W.C. Blair Recreation Centre Annual Swimming Pool Maintenance Swimming Pool: The swimming pool at W.C. Blair will be closed for annual maintenance from Monday, December 1 to Sunday, December 14 inclusive. The pool will reopen at 6am on Monday, December 15. The Weight and Cardio Rooms will remain open during the pool closure.
Weight Room/Cardio Room Hours of Operation – Monday, December 1 to Sunday, December 14: Monday to Friday, 6am - 8 pm Saturday and Sunday, 8am - 8pm Please see tol.ca/calendars for holiday facility hours. Recreation, Culture, and Parks Division W.C. Blair Recreation Centre 604.533.6170
Curbside Collection Services in Winter Conditions When winter conditions such as snow and ice affect curbside collection services, please ensure your bins are still visible. Leave your garbage, recycling, and Green Can outside – the contractor will do its best to pick up the material before the end of the day. If your items are not collected by the end of the day, visit tol.ca/stormresponse for information about delays or call contractor Sierra Waste at 604.530.3939. Engineering Division 604.532.7300 opsinfo@tol.ca
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PID: 011-113-901 Parcel "D" (Explanatory Plan 11300) Lot 4 Plan 4399 And Of An Adjoining Portion (Plan With Fee Deposited 11275F) SW Quarter Sec 20 Tp 13 NWD Except First: Parcel "C" (Explanatory Plan 15039), Secondly: Part In Plan BCP8871 PID: 000-605-174 Lot 3 Except Firstly: Part Subdivided By Plan 67353; Secondly: Part Subdivided By Plan 71188; Sec 20 Tp 13 NWD Plan 4399 PID: 000-626-830 Lot 27 Sec 20 Tp 13 NWD Plan 67353 Description of Lands: Property area is 19.15 acres in size and has been rezoned for approximately 60 single family detached lots and an environmentalnatural open space area approximately 7.7 acres in size. Works and services have not been/will not be constructed by the Township. Nature of Dispositions: Fee Simple Contact Scott Thompson for information regarding the process by which the land may be acquired. Scott Thompson Manager, Property Services Department 604.533.6138
If you are aware of a bear in your area, make sure to secure your garbage. Bears will not hibernate if they have access to this food source. Feel free to use bird feeders in the winter months. Birds need nutrition from seeds during this time of year, and the bird food will not attract bears, as they are away hibernating.
In Agricultural Areas: Protect your investment by keeping fences secure and free of damage that predators can use for access. Coyotes burrow, so ensure surrounding netting goes deep into the ground. Be vigilant with livestock and keep them secure. Farm animals are usually killed at night, so bring them inside in the evening. It is an offence to attract wildlife into a residential neighbourhood. Those who do not take steps to deter bears and other wild creatures can face a fine of up to $575. To report poachers or polluters or if you have a problem with wildlife call: Report All Poachers and Polluters (RAPP) 1.877.952.7277
public notices Nominees Sought for Swensson, Flowerdew, and Arnason Awards Do you know an individual, youth, or a couple who improves life for others and makes a difference in the community? If so, the Township of Langley would like to know about them. Nominations are currently being accepted for the Pete Swensson 2015 Outstanding Community Youth Award, Eric Flowerdew 2014 Volunteer Award, and the 2014 John and Muriel Arnason Award. The Pete Swensson Award is given to a Langley student in grade 11 or 12 who is nominated by his or her school and maintains a high scholastic effort, participates in school activities, and makes a contribution to the community through volunteer work. If you know an outstanding youth who should be considered for nomination, contact the school’s principal. The Eric Flowerdew Volunteer Award recognizes a volunteer who promotes an active living lifestyle that enhances residents’ quality of life through creative, cultural, physical, or social pursuits, promotes traditional and non-traditional recreation activities, and enhances Langley’s community spirit. The John and Muriel Arnason Award is presented to a volunteer couple who advocate culture, learning, and literacy, foster partnerships and cooperative efforts, and create the potential for long-term benefits to the Langley community. A $750 monetary award will be presented to a recognized charity or society chosen by the winners of the Eric Flowerdew Volunteer Award and the John and Muriel Arnason Award. Deadline for nominations is Friday, February 6. For additional criteria, nomination forms, and more information contact: Lisa Egan Special Events Coordinator legan@tol.ca 604.533.6148
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Bhatti helping homeless with hockey tournament Aldergrove Star
Langley resident Andy Bhatti is lacing up his skates and joining Canucks favourites like Kirk McLean and Greg Adams in Hockey Helps the Homeless Tournament in Vancouver to help raise money for homeless shelters for youth and adults on Nov. 28. Bhatti, an advocate for survivors of child sexual abuse has raised around $40,000 for his cause over the past couple years doing poker tournaments and cycling 700 km in B.C. last summer. But helping the homeless is important to him too, because he lived on the streets of Aldergrove and the Downtown Eastside as a teenager and knows all too
well the difference shelters can make. “No one grows up wanting to be homeless,” said Bhatti. Many of the male homeless population in Vancouver are made up of survivors of childhood sexual abuse. Bhatti lived in and out of addiction to heroin for 12 years, hiding his pain of being abused. “When I was a kid I dreamed of being a hockey player,” said Bhatti. “The people that worked at the shelter were so nice and caring and didn’t judge me,” said Bhatti. “Three years later I changed my life. I’m now eight years clean off drugs but I will never forget the people in the homeless shelter for calling the ambu-
lance that day and help ing to save my life.” Bhatti will be joined on the ice with Canuck favourites Kirk McLean, Dave Babych, Jyrki Lumme, Geoff Courtnall and Alex Auld, among many others, when they play at UBC. Last year’s tournament raised more than $346,000 in gross revenue. Among those shelters supported are the Covenant House for youth and Rain City Housing. A full-blown heroin addict by the age of 14, Bhatti was self medicating his pain after being sexually abused by his Big Brother, starting at the age of nine until 13. His abuser, who volunteered as a Big Brother through Langley Big
Brothers and Sisters at the time, was convicted of sexually abusing two boys in Kamloops. Bhatti is creating his own charity for victims of childhood sexual abuse Called Survivors Supporting Survivors. “Our goal is to carry the message to any survivor that there is hope and we can recover from any form of abuse, addiction or sexual abuse.” To sponsor him for the hockey tournament online, go to hockeyhelpshomeless. com and go to Andy Bhatti sponsor page. If you would like to write a cheque to Hockey Helps the Homeless, he can be reached at 778829-4357. He has already raised $700 for the cause.
Andy Bhatti is joining former Canucks Kirk McLean and Greg Adams in the Hockey Helps the Homeless tournament on Nov. 28.
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Aldergrove’s Cindy Legare, an accomplished bodybuilder and physique competitor, took home a second place trophy at the 2014 Sandra Wickham Fall Classic this past weekend. This was the competition’s 11th annual event, held at the Massey Theatre in New Westminster. “Mastering your mind and becoming the best version of you, now that’s the real prize,” said Legare. “It’s about discipline and staying the
course when your mood doesn’t want to. I enjoy the process and learning how to dial it in better, smarter – not harder.” As a certified sports nutrition advisor and personal trainer, Legare’s goal throughout her contest preparation was to stay true to the health values that she emphasizes to her clients. “My mission was to stand on stage without jeopardizing my health, to do no ‘traditional’ cardio to get to stage ready and to keep my contest diet all nutrient dense
and all about health and wellness. Mission accomplished.” Legare’s second place Master’s Physique category win has earned her a spot to compete at the B.C. Championships in June. Legare trains out of Apocalypse Training and Fitness, located at #3026157B 262 Street, in Aldergrove. Apocalypse is one of the only clubs in the Lower Mainland to offer a full gym and a full high performance cross training/boot camp facility, all in one.
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A new Alliance has formed in Langley soccer circles. Langley FC Alliance — formerly Langley FC — was officially introduced over the weekend with a new logo. The Langley-based soccer club, which has approximately 1,500 youth and adult players, is also partnered with Aldergrove Youth Soccer, Abbotsford Magnuson Ford Soccer Club and Chilliwack FC in the B.C. High Performance Soccer League. The club is holding tryouts this week at Willoughby Community Park for the 2015 B.C. Premier League. For more information see website: https://langleyfcalliance.com/
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CALENDAR Aldergove Leaders Club Toastmasters Group - meets every Wednesday, 7-8:30 p.m. at Aldergrove’s Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 26245 28th Ave Aldergrove (no church affiliation). If you’re 18 years or older, and have always wanted to improve your self-confidence and public speaking skills, please join us for an evening of great laughs and ongoing enouragement. Info: email KarinZinner@gmail.com; website www.leadersclubtm.org Blood Donor Clinic - held to honour the late Langley City firefighter Ron Dunkley, on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Langley City Fire Hall. Ron Dunkley Memorial Society Fundraiser - pub night, on Saturday, Nov. 29 from 7 to 11 p.m. at Langley Twin Rinks Grillhouse. Tickets, which include burger and brew, salad and dessert, are $25 each and can be obtained from Sandy Dunkley, 604-532-0616, or sdunkley@shaw.ca, or any board member. Ukrainian Soul Food – Perogies, cabbage rolls and borsch available Friday, Nov. 28 at a fundraiser from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 - 108 Ave, Surrey. Eatin, take away, or ready for your freezer. Info: 604-531-1923 or 604-581-0313. Gold Rush Murder Mystery Dinner - Nov. 29, 6:30 p.m. at Fort Langley Historic Site. Join us for an evening of intrigue with Fort Langley’s brand new event Gold Rush Murder Mystery. Experience the thrill of solving a mystery in the exact location where B.C. was proclaimed a colony. The event includes a hearty meal
that would delight the stomach of the hungriest gold miner, the opportunity to get dressed into select period costume pieces, as well the chance to win prizes for the most convincing performance and best costume. Advance tickets: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/626133 Heritage Holiday at the Fort Dec. 20 to Jan. 4 (Closed Dec. 25, 26 and Jan 1). Get away from the holiday bustle and make memories with your family and friends at the fort! Enjoy a traditional holiday atmosphere, crafts, and children’s activities. At 2 p.m., join a costumed interpreter for chestnut roasting and stories around the cosy fireplace in the Cooperage. Daily, join a guided intro tour at 11 a.m., watch blacksmithing at 12:30 p.m., barrel-making at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., and the flag lowering song at 4:30 p.m. Regular admission fees apply - $7.80/adult or $19.60/family. Pick up a family annual pass on sale for $39.20 for your family or as a great holiday gift idea. Info: http:// www.pc.gc.ca/eng/lhn-nhs/ bc/langley/activ/activ2014. aspx#heritageholiday Aldergrove Pensioners and Seniors - Exercise in the Aldergrove OAP Hall with a certified instructor will be starting again Sept. 4. Cost is $6 a person per session. Also starting Sept. 19 Carpet Bowling scheduled at the Aldergrove OAP Hall on Thursday afternoons at 1:30 p.m. Cost per person is $1. Christmas with Michael W. Smith - Sunday, December 21, 7 p.m. at Abbotsford Centre. Tickets (incl. GST) $35, $50, $60, $75
(Plus FMF and service charges), additional $5 charge for day-of door sales. Tickets are available at abbotsfordcentre.ca, Venue Box Office, all Ticketmaster Outlets, By phone 1-855-985-5000. Glen Valley Watershed Society – Is the future of our local streams health important to you? Join a group of interesting, passionate people that are looking for others with the same interests in NE Langley/NW Abbotsford - to protect our waterways to ensure a healthy environment for all animals. Info: Lisa at stewardship@ leps.bc.ca John Fogerty - Friday, Nov. 28 at Abbotsford Centre. Tickets $20$74.50 at Ticketmaster outlets. Partners Bridge - every Friday except second Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 - 273 St.Newcomers welcome. Cost $2. Info: 604607-0504. TOPS – Take Off Pounds Sensibly, a non profit weight loss support group, meets Monday night in Aldergrove. Info: Susan at 604856-1138. Seniors Fitness Exercises with qualified instructor, every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at the Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 - 273 Street. Cost is $6 per week. Aldergrove Toastmasters meets every Monday, 7 p.m. at Aldergrove Community Secondary School in room 125. Boost your self confidence; become a better speaker and have fun. Info: Vicki Austad, 604-856-5970. Volunteer Drivers Needed - to help seniors. No special insurance needed. Kilometres reimbursed. Call Janice at 604-5303020 Ext 302.
Seniors Carpet Bowling - every Thursday afternoon, 1:30 p.m. at the Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3025 273 Street. Cost is $1 per week. Square Dance Classes - Sundays at 12:30 p.m. at the Aldergrove OAP Hall, Fraser Hwy. at 273 Street. Singles and couples welcome, free admission, first three dances no experience. Info: call Tyler, 604-590-9039. Aldergrove Art Club - join our friendly group every Wednesday from 1-4 p.m. at the OAP Hall, 3015 - 273 St., Aldergrove. Info: Laurie at 604-856-6990 or Sheila at 604-539-0225. People in Pain Network - nonprofit organization which assists people living with all types of chronic pain. A new, free Fraser Valley support group at Aldergrove’s Seventh-Day Adventist Church, on the third Tuesday each month from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon at 26245 - 28 Ave., Aldergrove. Info: Dick e-mail at dick@ pipain.com, or 604-928-0486. Aldergrove ESL Classes - Free English as Second Language classes every Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at St. Dunstans Anglican Church, 3025 - 264 Street, Aldergrove. All are welcome. Classics Book Club - Join the lively discussion at this new book club and get acquainted with the great books of world literature. Meets on the first Wednesday of every month, 7 p.m. at Murrayville Library. Coffee provided. Fort Langley Library Knitting Circle - Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m. Drop-in. Bring your knitting to the library and enjoy the companionship of working with others on your project. Beginners welcome. Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca
Hospice helps with coping Aldergrove Star
The Langley Hospice Society is offering two free special events in early December. A seminar on “Coping with Grief during the Holidays” will be offered Dec. 4 to support community members who are grieving the loss of a love one as they approach the upcoming holiday season. The focus of this workshop is to provide attendees with concrete, practical ways in which they can support themselves and others as they navigate the holiday season. Leaders will be focusing on ways to communicate your needs to others; possible feelings and emotions experienced; the development, change and use of rituals, as well as a focus on self-care. This free event will be held at the Langley Hospice Society’s Supportive Program Centre, located at 20660 – 48 Ave., Langley, on Thursday, Dec. 4, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. This workshop is open to the public but organizers are requesting that you register in advance due to limited space available. “Journeying Through the Holidays”
Auction supports children’s charities Aldergrove Star
The annual Murrayville Town Pub charity auction on behalf of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Langley and the Langley Child Development Centre is just around the corner. Held each November, the live auction features collectibles, sports memorabilia, toys and assorted other items that make ideal Christmas gifts. Over the years, the event has raised
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is an annual memorial event for the Langley Hospice Society at which clients and community members are invited to come and commemorate their loved ones with other community members who are also grieving. Guests are also welcome to bring a friend. The event itself will consist of a candle lightning ceremony, slide show, and a commemorative ritual, and will be followed by refreshments and snacks provided by Langley Hospice Society staff and volunteers. Journeying Through the Holidays will be held at the Langley Hospice Society’s Supportive Program Centre, located at 20660 - 48 Ave., Langley, on Thursday, Dec. 12, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. This event is open to the public but organizers request that you register in advance due to limited space available. For more information please contact Shivani or Devan via phone at: 604-5301115, or email: adultgriefsupport@langleyhospice.com. You can also visit their website www.langleyhospice.com, or facebook at: www.facebook.com/langleyhospicesociety, or via Twitter at @ LangleyHospice.
nearly half a million dollars for local charities, hospitals and community groups. This year’s auction takes place on Nov. 27, beginning at 7 p.m. But patrons are encouraged to arrive early because seats fill up quickly. Anyone with items to donate for the auction is asked to call owner John Pybus at 604-856-4491. Items must be dropped off at the pub, at 22070 - 48A Ave. by Nov. 20.
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TIMESHARE
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VACATION SPOTS
RV Lot Rentals $8.95 a day. 362 days of sunshine, pets, events, classes, entertainment. Reserve by 11/01/2014. Web-site: www.hemetrvresort.com. Call: 1-800-9265593
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
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HELP WANTED
First Memorial Funeral Services, 27555-31st Ave, Aldergrove, BC (604) 857-0111 will be interring the following unclaimed cremated remains on Friday, December 19, 2014 at Lakeview Memorial Gardens, 2850 Dry Valley Road, in Kelowna, BC. Any person with a right to control disposition of the remains under the Cremation, Interment and Funeral Services Act must contact the funeral provider prior to the end of the business day on Friday, December 12, 2014.
EDUCATION
Must have flexible availability including evenings & weekends. Require good communication skills & be client service oriented.
REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPISTS For various resort locations in the Kelowna and area.
Send resume to:
Instant Clientele Waiting
aldergrove@hrblock.ca or fax 604-856-0542
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FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944
Deceased Audrey Aitchison Gordon Blanchard Margaret Bolton Robert Boylan Donald Chapman Marian Clare Edith Cox Paul Ducharme Adly-Gunda Faust Edith Fenske Maria Greve Clifford Hamilton Catherine Heilman Aileen Henson Robert Hibbs James Horne Lawrence Iveson Clarence Johnson Jeanne Krechuniak Joan Leslie Michael Lever Edith Loewen Terrance Lynch James Matheson Bernice McDonell Karen McEwen Jean Miller Rudolph Oelsner Mary Rabel Marcia Ross Audrey Rude Edyth Scott Agnes Smart James Snell Vivian Sorboe Eileen Sundean Patrick Tessie Dean White
Cremation date Mar-04-2011 June-16-1988 June-30-1991 July-28-1999 Mar-22-2001 Aug-2-2003 Mar-25-2002 Jan-10-2012 Oct-04-2004 May-01-2008 May-10-2004 Oct-19-1989 Sep-13-2003 Sep-02-2003 Feb-24-2003 April-1-2007 Jan-07-2011 July-26-2004 Dec-18-2008 Nov-16-2000 Sep-18-2009 Mar-07-2007 Feb-11-2008 May-11-2007 Sep-15-2009 Mar-28-2007 Jun-25-2010 Nov-17-2007 Dec-15-2007 Sep-28-2003 Apr-28-2004 Sep-09-2008 Feb-26-2003 Jan-10-2013 Nov-24-2009 Aug-03-2005 Nov-15-1988 Apr-27-2010
Please contact First Memorial Funeral Services (604) 857-0111 with any questions or concerns.
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS needed! Employers seeking over 200 additional CanScribe graduates. Student loans available. Income-tax receipts issued. Start training today. Work from Home! www.canscribe.com. info@canscr ibe.com. 1.800.466.1535.
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Opportunity To Buy Janitorial Franchise
MERCHANDISE: CLASS 500’S From antiques & collectibles, to sporting goods and electronics, to parakeets and pet supplies, if it’s considered merchandise for sale, you can find it here.
604.434.7744 info@coverallbc.com www.coverallbc.com
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FARM WORKERS
15 FARM LABOURERS required, for MYERS ORGANIC FARMS Inc. 5212-252 St. Aldergrove. $10.33/hr. Full Time Seasonal from March to Nov. To pick, plant, weed, load and unload, wash and palletize. Fast paced, physically demanding. Rain or shine. All outside work. No exp req’d. Sunday - Friday; 5am start. No walk-ins. Fax: 604-856-6320. Email: myersorg@telus.net
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HELP WANTED
CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD
Req: Carpenters, Helpers Labourers, CSO’s/OFA’s TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hr Work Today, Daily or Weekly Pay Apply 9AM to 2PM at: 118 – 713 Columbia Street
New West 604.522.4900
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CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH
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CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH
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HELP WANTED
Langley, Walnut Grove, Aldergrove area.
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
ANNUAL STARTING REVENUE $24,000 - $120,000 FINANCING AVAILABLE
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EXPERIENCED TAX PROFESSIONALS
Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca
DISPOSITION OF UNCLAIMED CREMATED REMAINS
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
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GENERAL GREENHOUSE WORKERS SunSelect Produce LP, a vegetable greenhouse operator looking for steady, hardworking and energetic individuals (60 positions) that are able to do crop work, picking, sorting & packaging product and farm yard maintenance. No experience required but must have the ability to show up for work everyday; to lift 20lbs easily & stand while working for most of the day. Job Location 349 - 264th St. Aldergrove, BC V4W 2K1 Wage $10.33/hr plus AD&D benefits. To apply submit resume: sunselectproducejobs @gmail.com or by fax to 604-607-7656 Work available immediately.
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LOCAL Craft Manufacturing Company located in Mission, looking for reliable people to hand make crafts and jewelry from home. Training provided in the Lower Mainland at no cost to you. Unlimited earning potential. Please leave your Name and Number only at 604-826-4651 or email us at craftmanufacturing@gmail.com. We respond to ALL calls and messages in priority as quickly as possible.
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
LOEWEN Welding Mfg., Abbotsford, looking for experienced welders/fitters with 3 or more years of experience, work week is Mon.Thurs. 10 hrs. a day, fax resume to 604-826-6051 or email gord@loewenwelding.com LOOKING for a certified auto glass installer to work in Langley. Please send resume to gottalovefastcars@gmail.com
MECHANIC
Required Full-Time for Dan’s Forklifts, Coquitlam. We are willing to train any qualified mechanic. OUR COMPANY OFFERS: Attractive Wages & Excellent Employee Benefits.
Please e-mail resume: mark@dansforlifts.com
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HELP WANTED
NOW HIRING!
Delivery Drivers
With industrial type vehicles only. Vehicle must hold 5000 papers . NO MINI-VANS. • Twice weekly: Tuesday & Thursday • Pick up newspapers from our warehouse • Deliver newspapers to our carriers
Call 604.514.6770 circulation@langleytimes.com
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
aldergrovestar.com
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 257
DRYWALL
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING
CJM DRYWALL. 20 yrs exp. Competitive rates. Free Est. Call Chad, (778)895-3341.
PLUMBERS
Journeyman & Apprentices (1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th) Respected Mechanical Contractor req. Journeyman and Apprentice Plumbers for all aspects of Commercial Institutional Mechanical work (New Construction). Previous experience is an asset. Team Environment. Long Term Opportunities Avail. Competitive Wages, & Excellent Benefits. Fax: 604.576.4739 or E-mail: mike@dualmechanical.com
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www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
ELECTRICAL
Running this ad for 10yrs
PAINT SPECIAL
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
GARDENING
PETS 477
PETS
CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at:
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CHIHUAHUA, FEMALE, 2 yrs old, very friendly, $450. Call (604)7947347 Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $475. 1-604-794-5844 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
ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
604-746-6777
2459 McCallum Rd. Abby.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Are You $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046
Sunday Nov. 23rd, 12:00 Noon Preview 9:00am
Croatian Cultural Centre 3250 Commercial Dr. OVER 475 ITEMS!
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TRANSPORTATION
AUTO FINANCING
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 The Scrapper
RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
ALDERGROVE: 2-BDRM, newly reno’d apt. Central loc, good prkg. $750. Avail now. (604)856-2411 ALDERGROVE 50+ Adult Building. 1 & 2 Bdrm apts. Central location. Phone 604-317-1926
SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly &
Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855
Linwood Place Apts: 604-530-6555 1 & 2 bdrm apts, $650-$900/mo. Ask about our Move-In BONUS.
750
1.800.910.6402
SUITES, LOWER
1 or 2 bdrm suites, on the border of Aldergrove/Abbotsford, Walking distance to Safeway & schools. N/P, N/S, Everything included. Avail immed. 604.832.9800
Bill Reid pendant, NWC baskets, totems and masks, Navajo Jewelry, SW pottery, early Norval Morrisseau painting
.Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).
Info - Consignment - Appraisals
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GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call Ian 604-724-6373
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AUCTIONS
Native Art & Artifacts Auction TONY’’S PAINTING
MIND BODY SPIRIT
CHANEL SPA Top Quality Services...
TOWNHOUSES
Auto Financing - Dream Catcher, Apply Today! Drive Today!
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RELAXATION BODY CARE 604-859-2998 #4 - 2132 Clearbrook Road, Abby
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TRANSPORTATION
CHARMING 1900 sq.ft. 2 level townhouse in coveted Englesea Place. 2 bed. 3 bath. Nr Semiahmoo Mall. Asking $565,900. Phone 604-536-6105
fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE PERSONAL SERVICES
REAL ESTATE
283A
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HANDYPERSONS
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BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
A SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR. European trained. Specializing in Reno’s. Local refs. Reasonable Rates. Call 604-532-1710
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
YARD CARE / JUNK REMOVAL Odd Jobs. Inside / Outside Leaves and / or Weed Removal REMOVAL OF ANYTHING / SIZE: APPLIANCES & ELECTRONICS. One Call Does It All! Dave 604-825-0066
Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928
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PLUMBING
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005
COMPLETE Handyman Services: new decks, house repairs, additions, power washing. Great rates, references. Call Mike 604.319.0273
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
USED SCOOTERS in Great Cond.
.CAN-PRO Paint and Drywall. Over 25 yrs of quality service. 3 ROOMS, $250. Insured. 604-771-7052
MOVING & STORAGE
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
Mostly SHOPRIDER. All Sizes. Comfort Plus Mobility 20412 Fraser Hwy, Langley Phone: 604-539-8200
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MISC. FOR SALE
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? STEEL BUILDINGS...”GIFT-CARD GIVE-AWAY!” 20X22 $4,358. 25X24 $4,895. 30X30 $6,446. 32X32 $7,599. 40X46 $12,662. 47X72 $18,498. One End wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422 www.pioneersteel.ca 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.
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MISC. WANTED
FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1.866.960.0045 www.dollars4guns.com
AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
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Auto Financing Dream Team - www.iDreamAuto.com or call 1.800.961.7022
TOP FLOOR CONDO LIVING IN THE HEART OF LANGLEY WITH MOUNT BAKER VIEWS Beautiful 55+ large 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom with amazing view of Mt. Baker. All move in ready today. Enjoy all the amenities this very quiet building has to offer, including full wheel chair access. This is one of the nicest units available in Langley, close to shopping, parks and everything you will need. Call Verne Stel today, 604-857-1100
GREAT PRICE $
198,000!
#309-5375 205 Street, Langley
NO STRATA FEES, NO RESTRICTIONS, AND LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION
BEAUTIFUL CONDO OVERLOOKING A PARK
Just as the title says, this Langley townhome is ideally located in the heart of the city near shopping and $264,900 transit, in a selfmanaged complex with NO Strata fees. All kinds of upgrades including, windows, roof, hot-water tank, furnace, and flooring. Plus a private south facing back yard with bonus workshop and parking for two.. Call Verne today for your viewing 604-857-1100
Have you been looking for a great place to call ry this. One of home? Try st units available the largest arket at approxion the market 200 square feet mately 1200 edroom, 2 bath NEW LISTING $ this 2 bedroom, $223,888 22 ! $22 corner, endd unit is sure to Enjo the huge h ge sundeck s ndeck overlooking o erlooking a very er quiet q iet park. pa This quiet impress. Enjoy building with in-suite laundry, 9ft ceilings and a great kitchen is not to be missed.. Call Verne for your showing today. 604-857-1100
5394 208 Street, Langley
#214-5677 208 Street, Langley
SOLD!
JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
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PETS
(778)378-6683
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
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NEW WESTMINSTER’S FINEST CONDO AVAILABLE
PETS
NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates. We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes. 778.245.9069
Canary Island mastiff, 2 female pup, 1 brindle/1 red fawn, exc family companion, raised w/kids, good home only. $750. 604-791-3705
MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
REAL ESTATE 627
HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC • All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
Come check out the finest condo on the market in New Westminster. This spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit includes vaulted ceilings, a huge loft, updated flooring, paint and kitchen, just to mention a few. Plus beautiful view of the Fraser River. This unit is sure to please. Call Verne Stel today, 604-857-1100
#208 74 Miner Street, New Westminster
$304,000
“Thinking of Buying or Selling? Call me today.”
New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $94,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $69,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.
Verne Stel
604-857-1100 vernestel.remax.ca
REMAX ALDERCENTER REALTY 26641 FRASER HWY, ALDERGROVE
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If you get this paper - I sell in your neighborhood! Get 30 years experience in your local area working for you today!
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ALDERGFROVE WITH LANE ACCESS!
Fully suited with lane access and a small workshop already in place right beside the Legion in Aldergrove. 9751 sq ft yard almost an quarter acre lot. Take a look at this one if you need room floor is 1160 sq ft with a full bsmt. Starter or investment this is worth a look.
Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100 2948-272 STREET
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OFFICE/RETAIL AND RESIDENTIAL
3391-273B STREET
$559,900
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UNIT 314 27358 32ND AVENUE WILLOWCREEK
$ 189,900
Nice clean unit, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 south facing decks, full amenities, insuite storage. Quick possession possible.
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34620-FARMER ROAD
$325,000
AFFORDABLE!
STONEBRIDGE ESTATES One of Stonebridge Estates finest homes is now for sale and it could be yours! This is a very well appointed home from the open kitchen with island and eating bar, sit down eating area, family room concept with room for the large screen TV. This is set up for living comfortably – that’s for sure. Enjoy the crown molding and high ceilings, great colour scheme throughout and 2 offices for the work at home family. All the features that you are looking for are here and neat as a pin. Don’t pass this home up, oh yeah, you got to see the back yard here – cozy and private with a n/gas BBQ hookup already in place. All this on warm floors with the crawl space below, custom matched garden shed/workshop as well.
Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100
HAVE BUYERS FOR: ~ 30-50 acre parcels ~ Aldergrove rancher, around $500,000 to $550,000.
All in one location and below replacement cost seller wants sold today so here is your opportunity. 2000 sq on the main floor 2 bedroom suite upstairs and secure paved parking in the rear of building. You’ve driven past it now it’s time to own it. Right across the road from Aldergrove Credit Union. Quick possession possible need an investment or????
CALL DAN TODAY! 604-857-1100
Call Dan Flokstra now! 604-857-1100
LISTINGS WANTED ANY SIZE ANY PRICE ANY CONDITION
Townhomes and ranchers wanted to sell. Market is now moving... Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100
2 bedroom rancher on a double lot with lane way access and workshop /suite in back in Huntington Village. 1056 sq ft and neat and clean on a concrete foundation with a crawl space all appliances included and upgraded windows and newer roof. This home is nice and warm have a look if you are looking for affordable.
Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100
$550,000
27073-24A AVE
1925 SQ FT RANCHER
SOLD
3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms and 3 car heated garage…not many of these in Aldergrove take a look at this one manicured lot and super clean home here. Laminate floors and large master bedroom, an island in the open kitchen , large pantry, all in a private manicured lot. Yes this home has everything you are looking for.
Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100
$ 179,900
#17-9316 194TH STREET
PORT KELLS WAREHOUSE FOR SALE
1000 sq ft plus almost full mezzanine. Quick possession possible. Automotive ok here. Call Dan Flokstra.
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