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Anna MacDonald from Prince George shows near-perfect form in the double mini-trampoline event at the Langley Events Centre fieldhouse on Sunday (Jan. 18). She won the double L2 mini event and came 3rd on her L3 trampoline event. Flip City hosted the three-day gymnastics meet. Full story and more photos on page 19.

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Condolences are pouring in for long-time Delta firefighter Mark Janson, who died after being struck by a pickup truck on a rural Langley road Thursday night. The accident happened around 9:20 p.m. in the 5700 block of 240 Street, as 54-year-old Janson was out taking his dog for a walk. A Ford F350

pickup driven by a 24-year-old man struck him. According to Langley RCMP, the victim was dressed in dark clothing and had been walking northbound in the middle of the road. There are no street lights in the area and it was a particularly dark night, with light rain falling at the time of the accident. Police say the driver remained

at the scene and, along with other passersby, performed CPR on the injured man until paramedics arrived. The victim was taken to hospital where he was pronounced dead. His dog wasn’t injured. The driver was co-operative with investigators and is described as extremely distraught.

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It’s been eight months and so far no charges have been laid against a 32-year-old Abbotsford man accused of crashing his sports car head-on into a daycare van full of young children in Aldergrove. Following the May 6, 2014 crash at 264 Street and 56 Avenue (right beside the McDonald’s), the driver of the sports car went to hospital with several broken bones and police got a warrant for his blood. Traffic reconstructionists remained at the scene for hours. And because of the location and time of day, there were more than two dozen witnesses at the scene. The delay in this case, say Langley RCMP, is due to waiting for the reports from collision analysts and the lab results for his blood work, which came in a few months ago. Despite the driver appearing severely intoxicated and going back to the crash scene to grab a 12-pack of beer from his car, blood work indicates the driver was not impaired, said Langley RCMP Cpl. Holly Marks. But after reviewing the evidence, police expect to recommend a charge of dangerous driving causing bodily harm. The report hasn’t been filed with Crown yet. Continued Page 4

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Streets adjacent to Gordon Greenwood (top) and Langley Fundamental Middle/High schools are at the top of the list for traffic calming measures in Langley Township.

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Gordon Greenwood Elementary and Langley Fundamental Middle/High school should go to the top of the list for traffic calming measures designed to slow traffic and improve pedestrian safety, a report by the Township engineering division recommends. The memo to council says there are currently 96 Township neighbourhoods asking for traffic calming. It says the schools are the “top two priority locations identified [by engineering] for 2015.” Gordon Greenwood at 9175 206 St. has just over 400 stu-

dents attending K to 7, while Langley Fundamental Middle/High school at 21250 42 Ave. has over 700 students from Grades 6 to 12. Township regulations require a vote of area residents with a minimum of 67 per cent in favour before work is carried out. If the vote falls below that threshold, Township staff automatically move on to the next highest priority location. However, an exception was made in the case of Aldergrove Community Secondary School, because the vote was so close to the minimum that Township council decided to go ahead anyway. The mail-in vote in No-

vember had 65.6 per cent of the residents who responded supporting steps to slow drivers down on 29 Avenue fronting the 700-student school. Council decided the work on 29 Avenue would proceed after Mayor Jack Froese suggested it should make an exception to the rule in the name of student safety, calling it “a larger community good that council needs to address.” Councillor Charlie Fox, who was principal of the school for about six years, made the proposal, which passed on a 6-3 vote. Speed humps, curb extensions and raised crosswalks

were installed while the road accesses to the school were realigned. Traffic calming work was in progress at the Langley Fundamental elementary school site in December, including three speed humps, sidewalk improvements and a raised crosswalk. A vote on proposed traffic calming measures for 44 Avenue fronting Alice Brown School wrapped up in December. And a vote is planned early in 2015 on a proposed traffic calming project along 62A Crescent from 64 Avenue to 60 Avenue, and a second proposal for 208A Street between 70 and 72 Avenues.

Police allege a man entered the Shoppers Drug Mart in Langley City, taking two laptops and a camera off a shelf and walked out of the store on Jan. 12. The items have a value of more than $1,300. The suspect is described as Caucasian, 20 to 25 years old, 5’8 tall with SUSPECT shaggy brown hair and a medium build. Langley RCMP have also released a picture (www.langleytimes.com)of a man suspected of stealing two pairs of binoculars worth around $6,000 from Wholesale Sports on Jan. 5.

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before police came. The stories of how many people stopped to help are remarkable. Lance Childs posted on The Times’ website at the time that three of his children, aged six and five-year-old twins, were in the van that was struck. He thanks the “heroes” who comforted his children after the crash. One woman who stopped at the crash saw how distraught the children of the driver were and, being a grandmother her-

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A Langley man whose pickup truck smashed head-on into a vehicle occupied by a couple in their 70s on Friday evening in Abbotsford is being investigated for impaired driving. The crash took place on Fraser Highway and Stevens Street — just west of Mount Lehman Road — at about 7:30 p.m. Const. Ian MacDonald said Abbotsford Police received a call at 7:22 p.m. from a motorist who observed a Dodge pickup being driven erratically westbound in the area of Maclure and Townline roads. The caller stayed on the line with a 911 operator as she followed the driver, who proceeded onto Fraser Highway. Shortly after, the truck crossed the centre line and smashed head-on into a Toyota RAV4, MacDonald said. The Abbotsford couple in the Toyota were taken to hospital with suspected fractures and internal injuries. MacDonald said the 54-year-old Langley man driving the pickup was also taken to hospital, but with less-serious injuries. The crash closed down Fraser Highway from Mount Lehman to Ross Road for about four hours, as the vehicles were cleared and investigators remained on the scene. MacDonald said police are awaiting the results of blood samples taken from the pickup truck driver, before determining what charges will be laid.

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Change of attitude at Langley Township It may be a little premature to but no street parking is permitted. come to conclusions, but there It is similar to 72 Avenue west of seems to be a change of attitude 200 Street, except the volume of on at least some issues at Langley traffic is considerably less. Township council. While some neighbours object to Issues that came up during the the call for more parking, saying election, and in the two years prethe problem is solely due to illegal ceding it, are being addressed in suites, the fact remains that people different ways. There seems to be FROM THE who live in all areas of Willoughby a more conciliatory attitude on the require cars because there is alpart of most councillors, and there most no transit service. Buses go may indeed be some major chang- Frank Bucholtz up 200 Street, and one bus route es in policy. goes along 202A Street by MounHaving three new members of council tain Secondary. There are no buses east of is undoubtedly a factor, as was the de- there. Meanwhile, the construction of new feat of three incumbents. Those who were homes along or near 208 Street continues re-elected are likely approaching each is- at a breakneck pace. sue just a little bit differently. Many residents in that area get rides to One significant change in policy is on the the Carvolth bus exchange, while some subject of construction noise. When this brave adventurers walk to either Carvolth issue first came up in May, 2014, several or 200 Street — a long walk from almost members of council were dismissive of anywhere. those who expressed concerns about work On another issue, council has already ingoing on from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., every day dicated that it intends to look carefully at of the week. When Councillor Kim Richter the whole community planning process, brought forward some suggested reduc- to ensure that residents feel they are betions in the hours that work was permit- ing heard much earlier in the process. It ted, Councillor Charlie Fox said she was wants to prevent a repeat of the Brookengaging in “governance by complaint.” swood-Fernridge fiasco from last spring. Last week, Fox praised proposed new On the issue of the contentious regulations which in some ways are even TransLink sales tax, council has agreed stricter than the ones Richter had proposed to hear from both sides on the issue — last May. While construction would be per- unlike most councils in the Lower Mainmitted until 8 p.m. weekdays (Richter had land, which are unanimously backing the proposed 7 p.m.), it would be stopped alto- plan. Langley Township councillors are gether on Sundays, and limited to 9 a.m. to well aware of the many concerns resi5 p.m. Saturdays. dents here have about TransLink and inCouncil has also had some discussions creased taxation, and despite Mayor Jack about parking issues in Willoughby. Resi- Froese’s backing of the tax at the Mayors’ dents have been concerned about the lack Council, councillors will be making their of parking spaces, particularly as 80 Ave- own minds up after listening to two very nue has been four-laned east of 208 Street, different perspectives.

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Parents’ group condemns editorial Editor: We, the Langley Secondary School (LSS) Parent Advisory Committee (PAC), are writing to express our displeasure and frustration with what we see as irresponsible journalism. Your editorial published on Jan. 6 misrepresented facts as they have been presented to the parents of the LSS, H.D. Stafford Middle School (HDS) and our family of elementary schools. Many of these parents have already endured the previous brutal journey which resulted in the closure of Murrayville elementary, the redesigning of the catchments for Alice Brown and Peterson Road Elementary, the reconfiguring of the elementary schools to K-5, (making HDS a middle school from a high school) and moving all HDS secondary students into LSS. Regardless of how awful it is that we are now being told the building isn’t good enough and may be too costly to repair (something which was brought to the 2008 school board’s and senior administration team’s attention at that time), we find ourselves thrust again into the middle of the spotlight. Your suggestion that LSS could be closed and the students moved into HDS as a new secondary by the fall is incorrect. To renovate HDS middle school to bring it back to a secondary school status and to renovate Simonds Elementary to be a viable middle school will take time and money; money which the government has to approve based on a submission by School District 35. Your editorial has created an unnecessary disruption in our school communities. Many students are experiencing anxiety based upon your written word. Also, by stating that LSS could be closed by next fall you may scare away potential and existing students from registering at LSS for the next school year, doing further harm to our school and community. In our opinion, you owe the district and our community an apology. To the public at large we want to say what an amazing school LSS has become. The new district senior management, the school-based administration team, the teachers, staff, parents and students have all worked tirelessly to create a welcoming, vibrant learning environment. The list of accomplishments is too long to write. We understand that change must come based on the state of our building, but we believe that change will be done in a cohesive, mature manner that teaches the students how to create transitions properly. Hopefully the press will report on that aspect of our story. LANGLEY SECONDARY SCHOOL PAC Editor’s note — The Times apologizes for the suggestion made in the editorial that the school could close by this September. The mistake in the editorial arose because, in every single past situation, when the board of education began a formal consultation period with parents and the community over a possible school closure, the intent (and subsequent action) was to close the school by the end of June. This situation is very different, as board chair Rob McFarlane has informed us (and also stated in a letter published in The Times on Jan. 13). While the school may indeed be closed, it will not occur by this September. There are a number of possible scenarios which the board is considering which affect LSS, H.D. Stafford, Simonds, Brookswood Secondary, Mountain Secondary and other schools in Willoughby. Because of that complexity, the process to come to a final decision will be a lengthy one. Consultations are well underway and the board will be making its first decision on what to do next at its meeting on Jan. 27. Frank Bucholtz, editor, Langley Times

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This painting of four wagon wheels on a frame depicts the actual wagon wheels which have been a symbolic part of Rosemary Genberg’s family history for almost 100 years. The actual wheels were stolen from her property on Thursday.

Wagon wheels key part of family’s history on property Editor: I am a true pioneer of Langley, having lived here for 75 years. I am a member of Langley Heritage Society, and sit on the committee for the Douglas Day pioneers dinner. Our local heritage has always been very important to me. I was born on the property I currently live on, located near 232 Street and 40 Avenue. The property was purchased by my grandfather in 1921. He used a wagon, (see attached painting of “Grampa’s Wagon”), 100 chickens and a harness as collateral to buy the 55-acre parcel of land. For many years, I have had the four wheels from his

wagon decorating our front yard, and this (Thursday) morning I discovered that someone has stolen them. These are a part of my family’s history and mean so much to me, and would only have sentimental value to me and my family. I realize I will more than likely never see them again, but felt the need to let the community know of somene’s heartless actions. This action caused a sad day for me and my family. ROSEMARY GENBERG, LANGLEY

Support crucial for Christmas hampers Editor: Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church would like to thank Save-On Foods in Willoughby for once again helping give back to the community. We would not be able to help as many families as we do without the generous support of Save-On Foods. The staff gathers groceries off of a long list of food items we

provide them with, box it all up for us, deliver the heavy hampers to our church, and we in turn deliver the food hampers with Christmas presents to Langley families in need. It really is nice when people work together. SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH, LANGLEY

Help of Elks Club greatly appreciated Editor: My family and I would like to express our thanks to the Langley Elks Club #259 for the service they arranged for my brother Walter Barron, who passed away on Dec. 27.

We would also like to thank everyone who attended the service. DEL BARRON, LANGLEY

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they damaged? Don’t throw the rest of the district under the bus in this process,” said Cook. Several argued in favour of building a new high school at LSS instead of in Willoughby, saying the location is actually central to numerous neighbourhoods and could easily take lower Willoughby students via bus from 208 Street. All of the options, including changing Simonds Elementary into a middle school or expanding Brookswood Secondary to accommodate LSS students, will be considered by Board of Education trustees at their Jan. 27 meeting. District PAC executive member Suzanne Perreault said they asked the district to hold one more community consultation to give parents and PAC members one last opportunity to see all the possibilities put out by the school district. “We were hearing from our members that they didn’t get to the community consultations held at H.D. Stafford and R.E. Mountain in December,” said Perreault, who ran for school trustee in the last election.

“We really wanted to make sure there was every opportunity for every person to be as informed as possible.” DPAC held a public meeting following the open house. At that meeting. superintendent Suzanne Hoffman was asked to speak again about the options being considered. Parents spoke of the amount of upheaval that has taken place at Langley schools, from changing to a middle school district and changing elementary schools to K-5. Now more changes are on their way. Langley City Councillor Dave Hall, a former trustee, attended and said he remembers when Walnut Grove Secondary was starting to burst at the seams and the district wanted to cap enrolment there. He believes the same turmoil will erupt eventually in Brookswood with developers waiting to build up that area. No money for a new high school has been promised by the ministry of education, but it has told the district to be ready with a plan just in case money becomes available.

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A 35-year-old Aldergrove man who has been behind bars for the murders of two sex trade workers and is facing another murder charge in the death of an Aldergrove woman made a brief appearance in Supreme Court in New Westminster on Thursday. Davey Butorac will be back in court on March 5, when the jury is selected

for his trial on a second-degree murder charge, in the death of Sheryl Korroll, 50, of Langley. Her body was found dumped at a concrete plant in Langley City on July 7, 2007. DNA found in Butorac’s car and on his shoe led to his original conviction of murdering Korroll and Abbotsford’s Gwendolyn Lawton. Butorac was sentenced to 23 years in prison after a jury found him guilty of killing the two women. But in October,

2013, Butorac was granted new trials, after winning an appeal of his conviction. His lawyer successfully argued the murder charges should have been tried separately, and the B.C. Court of Appeal agreed. He is also charged in the second-degree murder of Aldergrove’s Margaret Redford, whose body was found floating in Bertrand Creek in Aldergrove on May 20, 2006. No dates have been set for either trial.

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Langley Seniors Recreation and Resource Centre caters to 55 and older For more than 20 years, the Langley Seniors Recreation and Resource Centre at 20605 51B Ave. has been a second home for people 50 and up, offering a wide range of activities and services. On one recent day, a carpet bowling competition was underway in the large hall of the centre, while a spinning demonstration was underway in the foyer, crafts hobbyists were making new creations in a smaller side room and lunch was being served in the cafeteria-style dining room.

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WRITING COMPETITION LAUNCHED FOR UNPUBLISHED AUTHORS AGE 50 OR BETTER A brand-new writing competition has been launched to recognize and encourage the creative talents of British Columbia authors age 50 or better. The Cedric Literary Awards have been created specifically to attract unpublished BC writers of fiction, non-fiction, and poetry. This is a first-of-itskind literary awards program in Canada and it is already gathering interest on the part of writers, as well as organizations that support and promote Canadian authors. The Cedric Literary Awards is the brainchild of Dr. Peter Dale, Chairman of Better Than 50, a web-based initiative created to achieve a more connected world for the 50-plus demographic by building portals to relevant and local information. “Our first project – www.betterthan50.com – is in active use,” Dale says. “The Cedric Literary Awards is a natural extension of what we’ve been doing previously by tapping into the creative talents of BC writers who bring a lifetime of experience to their work.” The Cedric Literary Awards will be a juried writing competition with selection panel members drawn from BC’s rich, diverse and established writing community. Each of the category winners will receive a monetary prize along with a special memento of their participation in the competition, and a special prize for First Nations storytelling will also be awarded. Executive Director Veronica Osborn says: “We are very excited to give unpublished BC authors in the 50-plus demographic an opportunity to showcase their literary work. There are so many people in BC who have been writing or storytelling all their lives, but perhaps didn’t think anyone would want to read their work – let alone publish it.” A formal Call for Submissions to the Cedric Literary Awards will be issued February 1st, 2015, and the competition will wrap up with a Gala Awards Dinner to be held in November 2015. Authors interested in taking part in this exciting new writing competition should log on to the website at: www.thecedrics.ca or email Veronica Osborn, at vosborn@thecedrics.ca.

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Vive les Voyageurs French-Canadian Festival at historic Fort Langley Jan. 24 and 25, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Learn a Métis dance, try your hand at finger-weaving then sample some tasty bannock and butter after the baking presentation. Fill up on delicious maple taffy and poutine, all the while listening to live Voyageur-style music. Regular admission fees apply. Big Book Sale at Langley Lodge, 5451 204 St. Jan. 24, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Huge variety of books, all proceeds go directly toward programs and events that will enhance the quality of life of residents. Nature walk Join the Langley Field Naturalists on Jan. 24, 9 a.m. at the West Dyke Trail, Terra Nova, Richmond. Stroll along this dyke trail which has excellent views of the sturgeon banks, marshes, distant Howe Sound and the Gulf Islands. A birdwatcher’s paradise, these park areas are an important part of the Pacific Flyway, which sees 1.4 million birds migrating through the area each year. Expect to see lots of water fowl, snow geese, various raptors and songbirds and grebes. Phone 888-1787 or 576-6831 for info. Huge kids swap meet at Cloverdale fairgrounds 6050 176 St. Jan. 31, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Admission $5. Everything for baby to 10 years old. Free parking. Vendors are needed for new and gently used kids items. Small business tables are welcome, too. Call 604-533-1970.

Langley Chess Club meets Mondays at 7 p.m. at the Brookswood Senior Centre, 19899 36 Ave. Contact Hugh Long at 604530-4693. www.langlechess.com. Port Kells Art Club classes every Monday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with general meetings on the third Monday of each month. New members, all levels of experience welcome. Annual membership $25. Two new multi-week classes began Jan. 5 (oil and acrylic). Club exhibits three to four times a year. Located in Langley on Fraser Hwy. Contact Rita Evans at 604-853-4006. Langley Concert Band meets Monday nights, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., at RE Mountain band room. Always accepting new members with at least one year’s experience. For more info email langleyconcertband@ gmail.com.

Langley Heritage Society Meeting Jan. 27, 7:30 p.m. at Milner Chapel, 6716 216 St. Guest Speaker Gwen Settle will talk about the WRENS in the 1960s. Light refreshments will be provided after the presentation. To RSVP and for more information: info@langleyheritage.ca. Square Dancing every Tuesday and Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Brookswood Senior Centre, 19899 36 Ave. Tuesdays, plus level, $6. Wednesdays, beginner level alternating with mainstream, $5. Contact Jerry at 604-838-8821 or jamonce@shaw.ca for more information.

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Developing Confidence and Self-Esteem in Children Jan. 21, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Muriel Arnason Library. Stacey Phillips, a registered clinical counsellor, will share useful tools for communicating with children and better understanding their behaviours and needs. Please call 604-532-3590 or visit the library to register for this free program. Opus One Womens Choir meets Wednesday nights, 7:15 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. at RE Mountain choir Room. Accepts new members throughout the year. No experience required. No audition. For more, email: opusonewomenschoir@gmail.com. You’ve Gotta Have Friends Drop in for coffee and conversation at 20510 Fraser Hwy. (McBurney Plaza) Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. to noon and Fridays 2 p.m. to 3:30 pm. Open to anyone looking to make new connections. For more information call 604533-6546 or email: yghf@telus.net. Classics Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Murrayville Library. Phone the library for more information or to register for this free program 604-533-0339.

Fort Langley’s Robbie Burns Scottish Theme Ceilidh (k-lee) kitchen party and live music event Jan. 22, 7 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church Hall, 9025 Glover Rd. Traditional music, songs and fun. Tickets are $5 at the door. Includes a lunch of tea biscuits and jam Our following Ceilidh will be Feb. 19. Performers contact: Jack Williamson at 604-888-7925.

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Above: Owen Armstrong of Flip City Gymnastics takes to the air during the men’s trampoline competition at the Langley Events Centre fieldhouse on Sunday — as part of Flip City’s threeday Invitational that drew hundreds to compete. Above right: Shayla Foster of Flip City somersaults off a balance beam, on her way to winning a silver medal on Sunday, the last day of the competition. Right: Flip City head coach Rusty Pierce follows the action on Sunday.

GYMNAST S F RO M AS FAR AS PR INC E GEO RGE CO MPETE AT LAR GEST YET INVITATIO NAL HEL D B Y L OC AL GRO UP More than 500 athletes descended on Langley for the eighth annual Flip City Invitational Gymnastics Competition which took place in the Field House at the Langley Events Centre over the weekend. It was the biggest event held by the Langley-based club, which posted a strong performance, especially in the artistic category. This is the club’s first time holding the competition at the new facility. In total, 22 clubs registered for the weekend competition, including the largest number of out-of-town clubs that Langley has ever hosted. Teams came from as far away as Prince George, Nanaimo, Powell River and Kelowna.

Another new element was the transition of the Women’s Artistic Program to the Junior Olympic program that is based on a 10 point scale. Gymnastics BC adopted this new scoring standard for 2015. Flip City is hosting the first competition under Gymnastic BC’s sanctioned events for 2015, thus making the Flip City Invitational the first competition to feature scoring using the Junior Olympic program in B.C. “This has meant a huge transition for athletes, coaches and judges,” said Flip City president John Aldag. “Flip City looks forward to being the first to showcase this new judging standard to the gymnastics community in B.C.”

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Above: Langley Warriors A player Chris Beugh dribbles past a North Shore Wildcats oppenent Sunday where the local team won gold at the first annual January Jam Special Olympics BC Basketball tournament at Walnut Grove Secondary. Right: Langley player Alexander Singh goes for a shot during the exciting Sunday game.

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The Langley Warriors A basketball team took gold at the first annual January Jam Special Olympics basketball tournament held at Walnut Grove Secondary School, edging out their North Shore rivals in the final medal round. The Warriors win was no surprise, coming after the co-ed team won the national championship at the 2014 Special Olympics Canada Games

held in Vancouver. The Langley tournament marked the return to competition of player Sean Annan, who suffered a compound leg fracture during the Vancouver games. “It was great to see him back,” said assistant coach Peter Potomak, who estimated Annan played for “70 per cent” of the games, scoring several points in the process. The two-day competition wrapped up Sunday.

The January Jam drew 18 teams and more than 200 players and coaches. “It was an awesome thing,” Potomak said. Langley will continue to host the event in future years. The Warriors roster for the tournament also included Matthew Williams, Carson Buzdegan, Karl Beugh, Alastair Singh, Kyle Litfin, Kailyn Potomak, Trevin Martel, Christian Burton, Alexander Singh and Chris Beugh.

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Hit the slope, foster hope ANNUAL FUNDRAISER FOR CANADIAN CANCER SOCIETY HAPPENS AT HEMLOCK ON FEB. 8 Striking a blow in the fight against cancer can be as simple as strapping on a pair of skis and pointing them downhill. And then doing it 21 more times. The third annual Slopes for Hope fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society, is set to take place at Hemlock Valley Resort on Sunday, Feb. 8. The event is a great opportunity for Fraser Valley skiers and snowboarders to put together a team and enjoy the Family Day weekend, while doing their bit to help, said the Cancer Society’s Nicola Romaniuk. Once again, Slopes for Hope participants are challenged to raise money — through pledges or lump sum donations — for the Cancer Society and then attempt to ski or board the vertical equivalent of Mount Everest (29,029 feet) — the world’s tallest peak — in a single day. At Hemlock, that translates to 22 runs which, for the purposes of the challenge, can be completed by a single person or divided among teammates. Last year, two skiers accomplished the feat individually, said Romaniuk. Speed demons and snow plowers are equally welcome, because both the hill and the event are suitable for every level of skier and snowboarder, she said. “You can challenge yourself if you want, or just get out and enjoy the day.” Hemlock is one of five B.C. mountains hosting a Slopes for Hope fundraiser this year. Locally, 45 people participated in last year’s event, raising $14,000 for the Canadian Cancer Society. This year’s goal is $15,000. Money raised at Hemlock will stay in the Fraser Valley to help pay for programs, including the society’s volunteer driver program, and sending kids to Camp Goodtimes, Romaniuk explained. The cost to send a single child to camp is $1,500, but through fundraisers such as Slopes for Hope, the experience can be offered at no charge to local families who are dealing with a cancer diagnosis or treatment. “If we raise $15,000, that sends 10 kids to camp.” Among those hitting the slopes on Feb. 8 will be Langley’s Stirling Noyes, a two-time cancer survivor who attended Camp Goodtimes every summer, from age seven to 16. Although he has fond memories of his summers spent at camp, Noyes doesn’t recall much about his first go-round with cancer. He was just six years old when he was diagnosed with leukemia. He does remember being sick and undergoing three years of chemotherapy, along with radiation treatment before he went into remission.

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New play to premiere at TWU AS LITTLE CHILDREN, RUNNING JAN. 27-31, EXPLORES THE POWER OF FAITH IN THE FACE OF TRAGEDY â€œItâ€™s a gift to be young,â€? says the mother in As Little Children, a new play premiering at Trinity Western University this month. The play, a commissioned work by TWU alumna M.J. Eden, explores the power of faith in the face of tragic circumstances. The inspiring journey of a young girlâ€™s belief in miracles is the heart of this poignant family drama. When 12-year-old Aline loses her father, she refuses to believe heâ€™s really gone. Then one night, in her sleepy New Brunswick village, Aline sees a vision of a glowing apple tree. As the whispers of the forest propel her into a courageous quest,

she encounters a force more powerful than even a child could imagine. Even though her mother canâ€™t bring herself to believe in miracles, Aline steps into a world aglow with innocence and hope. But is Alineâ€™s faith strong enough to reunite her with what they have lost? Directed by Langleyâ€™s Kate Muchmore, As Little Children premieres at SAMC Theatre on Jan. 27. â€œThis script explores very real and relatable family dynamics,â€? said Muchmore. â€œThe characters need help to move forward, and God reaches out to communicate with them in surprising ways. He opens their eyes to a fan-

tastical and possibly more real world than this one. His choice to break into our world is why I love the story. There is humour, food for thought â€” everything youâ€™d want from theatre.â€? Playwright Eden lives and works in New York City, and will be in Langley for the premiere. She will also host a Q&A talkback and reception with the audience after the Saturday matinee. â€œIâ€™m finding that the pain in our lives can also hold joy,â€? said Eden. â€œThatâ€™s one of the mysteries I explored as I wrote this play. â€œWithin each of us there is a quiet place, a place where we can meet with God and with

ourselves, and thereâ€™s peace there â€” in the midst of any circumstance.â€? Sponsored by Great-West Life, As Little Children stars Maple Ridgeâ€™s Elizabeth Drummond,Â Abbotsfordâ€™s Cody Friesen and Sharra Ganzeveld, andÂ Langleyâ€™s Shelby Wyminga. The show is assistant-directed by Charissa Hurt and stage managed by Teagan Plett. Playing for one week only, Jan. 27 to 31, at 7:30 p.m. with a special playwright talkback after the 2 p.m. Saturday matinee. For tickets and information, visit www.twu.ca/theatre or call 604-513-2121 extension 3872.

Singerâ€™s hope for concert, to â€˜draw us closer to Godâ€™ Langley singer Jeannette Petkau presents Unshakable â€” a worship and concert night â€” on Saturday, Jan. 24 at the Fort Langley Evangelical Free Church. Pekau, who lives in Walnut Grove, will be accompanied by her band as she sings selections from her album Unshakable. She will also be joined by special guest musicians â€” Judy Lou, cello, and Plonia Paetkau, flute â€” as well as an interpretive worship dance group. Petkauâ€™s hope is to see the community and churches come together that evening. Â â€œI believe we need to come together and be â€˜unshakableâ€™ in our faith and witness

in this world,â€? she said. â€œMy prayer would be that this will draw us closer together and to God.â€? This concert will also help in extending her ministry and mission into Mexico in March. There will be a meet and greet after the concert. Tickets are $10 in advance or $12 at the door. They are available at Blessings in Langley, House of James in Abbotsford and online with Eventbrite.ca. Concert beings at 7 p.m. doors open at 6:30 p.m. Fort Langley Evangelical Free Church is located at 8870 Glover Rd., Fort Langley, B.C. For more, visit jeannettepetkau.com.

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Kiwanis Intern nets endangered species Fest entry deadline is Feb. 9 The entry deadline for the 16th Annual Kiwanis Fraser Valley International Music Festival and the 5th Annual Kiwanis Fraser Valley Speech and Drama Festival is Feb. 9. The International Music Festival takes place from April 7 to May 21 in Langley, South Surrey and Abbotsford ,while the Speech and Drama Festival will be held April 23-25 in South Surrey. Open to all levels and ages, the festivals offer classes for students of piano, strings, woodwinds, brass, voice, Chinese instruments, harp, dramatic arts and public speaking. Sessions and workshops for young composers, chamber ensembles, choirs, orchestras, jazz and concert bands and vocal jazz groups are also available. Participants can look forward to receiving the benefit of expert criticism from unbiased adjudicators and gaining self-confidence by performing before an audience. Last year, the combined festivals hosted more than 6,200 participants. Online registration is now open at kfv.ca. The 2015 syllabus and further information is available there. For assistance, please call 778868-0426 or email the festival at kiwanis@ yahoo.com.

When Langley resi- suckers can grow up to dent Jennifer Rumley about a foot long but graduated with a Trin- most are much smaller. ity Western University There are just a few Environmental watersheds in Studies degree the Fraser Valley in 2014, she was and the Puget hoping to get a Sound area of paying job. InWa s h i n g t o n stead, this past State where fall she paid to they still occur, get some expebut are severeGREEN rience with A ly reduced in Rocha Canada. number by hu“The internman activities. ship with A David Clements The Salish Rocha was the sucker was next best thing to a paid thought to be extinct position,” said Jennifer. in the Little Campbell “I got to do some mean- watershed until anothingful work in my field, er A Rocha intern, Auand have some excit- drey Epp, found one in ing adventures working a pond at the A Rocha with endangered spe- Centre in South Surrey cies and their habitat.” in 2011. Rumley sought the It had not been seen elusive Salish sucker in the watershed for 35 along the length of the years. Little Campbell River In her book Planted, which begins in Alder- Leah Kostamo wrote grove and runs to the that as Epp awoke that ocean in White Rock. day, “she had felt like “I loved collecting God was saying to her, ‘I traps, having the mys- have a surprise for you tery of what lives under today.’” As the intern the water revealed,” she went to check the trap said. “What was most in the pond — for the exciting was pulling up last time that season — a sucker” there was the surprise. True to the name, SalEver since that first ish suckers have suck- surprise, A Rocha worker-like mouths. Salish ers have been searching

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Robert Leslie Charles Hutson (68) of Cloverdale, BC died January 2, 2015 after a heroic battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Survived by his loving wife Linda; her children Zayvin (Carrie), Ty (Cindy), Kira; grandchildren Quinnlyn, Averey, Andrew and Amy. Bob is also survived by his brother Michael Hutson, family and friends in Ontario. Bob entered the Canadian Military at age 17 and protected Canadian rights and freedoms in countries such as Vietnam, Tanzania, Bosnia and the former USSR. In civilian life he held technical positions including camera technician for the film industry in Toronto and Vancouver. Throughout his life, Bob’s passion was the intricacy of engines. He built his first motorcycle at age 14 and his first car the next year. Porsche or Harley Chopper, Bob built/rebuilt them from tires to bodywork to engines. In recent years, “HawgRyder” was an honoured member of the Pelican (Porsche) online forum and active in the computer gaming community. Bob was always so generous with his time and knowledge. Following cremation, a Celebration of Life will be held in the coming weeks.

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ADMINISTRATION

Admin Assistant (Reception) 5 years min. Engineering Consulting experience is a plus. Proficient in MS Suite, filing, couriers, etc. Must be Detail Oriented and have exceptional communication skills

Apply by email to: wes.elias@stantec.com

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES MAKE EXTRA CASH For more information please Go to: showmemoneyhoney.ca No Experience Required - Will Train

“Our people truly are the essence of TMW Systems” With over 800 employees around the world, TMW Systems, 35 years in business, is very «À Õ` v Ì i V Ì Õ ÕÃ }À ÜÌ > ` i « Þii ÀiÌi Ì Ì >Ì ÀiyiVÌÃ > V «> Þ doing so many things right!

CURRENT OPENINGS: Business Analyst Client Operations Support Analyst Database Administrator/Developer Director of Professional Services QA Analysts Software Developers Development Manager

FULL-TIME CAREER OPPORTUNITIES, PLEASE VISIT AND APPLY AT: www.tmwsystems.com

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES 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. 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!

The Langley Times www.langleytimes.com

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

DUMP TRUCK DRIVERS wanted with experience. (Pony/Tandem). Fax resumes to: 604-856-9172 or for info call: 604-807-4040.

F/T CLASS 1 DRIVERS Pick-Up & Delivery Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires FT class 1 drivers for the Surrey area. Applicants must have LTL & P&D driving experience and must be familiar w/the Greater Vancouver region.

$1000 Hiring Bonus & Above Average Rates To join our team of professional drivers please send a resume and current drivers abstract to:

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HELP WANTED

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HELP WANTED

FRAMING CREWS

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APPLY NOW: A $2,500 Penny Wise scholarship is available for a woman entering the Journalism Certificate Program at Langara College in Vancouver. Application deadline April 30, 2015. Send applications to fbula@langara.bc.ca. More information: www.bccommunitynews.com/our-programs/scholarship.

FARM WORKERS Krause Farms. 248 St. Langley, B.C. Farm labourers required 5 or 6 days/week or 40-50 hours/week. Horticultural work such as planting, pruning and harvesting crops. Seasonal employment from May to November 2015. Wage $10.49/hr. Submit applications by email only to: krausemployment@gmail.com

If this is of interest to you please contact us at: foxridgecareers@qualico.com

Civil Infrastructure Diploma BRIGHTON COLLEGE - Less than 9 month course. 604.901.5120

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FIELD NURSERY workers for Fraser Stratacare in Langley @ 7366 256 St., accepting resumes for work 01/04/2015 thru 30/11/2015. No exp needed. Planting, digging trees & weeding. Must be able to work outside all day regardless of weather. Heavy lifting. $10.49/hr 40 hrs/wk Fax 604-8564126. Email: office@fraserstratacare.com

F/T required for planting, pruning, harvesting and grading greenhouse vegetables. Ability to perform physical duties, repetitive tasks, in a fast paced environment. Experience an asset. Rural area, need own transportation. Starting wage $10.49/hr Fax resume to: 604-534-6959. Katatheon Farms Inc. Langley, BC. Starting date: April 15, 2015 MOHINDER Ent Ltd. (Surrey) seeks FT Farm Workers. $10.50/h, 50h/w, Feb 1-Nov 30. Outdoor duties inc: weeding, pruning, harvest, planting. Fax: 604-575-2584

BC COLLEGE OF OPTICS - Optician / Contact Lens Fitter. 6 month course. 604.581.0101

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Licensed Strata Manager minimum 1 year experience

For fast paced professional office located in Abbotsford. Must be organized, punctual, have excellent typing, written & oral communications skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.

Clean driving record & reliable transportation. Reply with resume to: mnv@campbellstrata.com

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Auto Body Technician

Advertising Sales Consultant The Langley Times, a twice-weekly award-winning newspaper has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time junior sales person. The successful candidate will have a university or college education or two years of sales experience – preferably in the advertising or retail industry. The ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service is a must. The winning candidate will be a team player with an aggressive cold calling mandate. The ability to work in an extremely fast paced environment with a positive attitude is a must. We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan coupled with a strong benefit package. Black Press has more than 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless. Please submit your resume with a cover letter by Friday, January 23, 2015 to: Kelly Myers The Langley Times, #102-20258 Fraser Highway, Langley, B.C. V3A 4R3 or email to admanager@langleytimes.com No phone calls please.

www.blackpress.ca

www.langleytimes.com

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HELP WANTED

Full Time Auto Body Technician required for our busy I.C.B.C. Accredited shop in Port Moody. We offer a friendly, family oriented workplace. Valid DL required. Please drop your resume off in person to: 2902 St. John’s Street Port Moody, or email: ﬁrstclassautobody@shaw.ca fax 604.461.4041

Vantage Way A division of Black Press

Wanted: Pressroom Helpers/Stackers Vantage Way has several openings for Press Helpers/Stackers at our Delta location, starting January 2015. Preference given to those with experience in this field, but is not necessary. Shifts are 12 hours, 3 shifts per week or 9.5 hours, 4 shifts per week. Must be willing to work nights and weekends. References required. Wage depends on experience, starting at $14.17 per hour. Interested applicants should drop off, or email their resume to: Vantage Way Attn: Linda Wischoff 7979 Vantage Way, Delta, B.C. V4G 1A6 lwischoff@blackpress.ca We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

blackpress.ca X bclocalnews.com

SALES AUTO SALES PROFESSIONALS

An industry leading grocery distribution facility is

Hosting a Job Fair Monday, January 26th 2:00pm - 5:00pm 5111 - 272 St., Langley Entry-level warehouse order selector positions are available at our Perishable Facility and Dry Goods Facility.

.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca

Stable, part-time union positions with hours ranging 16-40 hours per week. Starting wage is $13.80/hr and EV Logistics offers an attractive incentive program and regular progressive increases every 500-1000 hours worked. An excellent training program is provided.

2 experienced SALES PEOPLE required with positive attitudes. We provide an Excellent Pay Plan & Bonuses. In store training & large customer base. Great new & used vehicle inventory to sell. Please e-mail or fax resume: ned@abbynissan.com Fax: 604-857-1469 Saving time, money & steps Before you go anyplace else,take a walk through the Classifieds for the best bargains round.

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FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944

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Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca

PROFESSIONALS/ MANAGEMENT

FARM WORKERS

GENERAL FARM WORKER

HELP WANTED

CUSTOMER SERVICE - process orders, quotations, technical support - Excellent spoken English is mandatory, French an asset. Tilbury Industrial Park, Delta $12/hr training wage leela@regalideas.com F:604- 952-4291

Foxridge Offers Steady Full-Time Work With Competitive Rates & Production Bonuses.

EDUCATION

Van-Kam is committed to employment equity and environmental responsibility.

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Foxridge Homes is currently hiring experienced Framing Crews for our Single and Multi-Family projects in Surrey, Coquitlam, Maple Ridge and Langley.

Use bcclassified.com - Employment Section 100’s

CLASS 1 DRIVER with super B end dump exp req’d by L.A. Transport Ltd. Wheel loader exp would be of value. Competitive benefit pkg. Fax resume to: 604-854-6176

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EDUCATION

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

LOOKING FOR A NEW JOB?

We thank all applicants for your interest!

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

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SUTCO IS seeking U.S. qualified Class 1 Drivers, steady year round dedicated runs and over the road work available. We offer group health benefits, pension, e logs, and auto deposit pay. apply on line at sutco.ca/fax resume and abstract to (250)-357-2009/call 1-888357-2612 ext.230

careers@vankam.com or Fax: 604-587-9889

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REQUIREMENTS: Ability to do repetitive physical work that requires lifting 20-80lb cases of grocery products. Weekend work, flexible daytime and afternoon availability and English communication skills essential.

No access to public transit.

Please bring your resume and 2 pieces of ID for the interview - 1 piece must have government issued photo ID.

Check out our website to learn more:

www.evlogistics.com

HOME CARE ASSISTANTS Comfort Keepers Homecare is looking to hire caregivers for general housecleaning and other home management duties. We are also hiring HCA’s to assist clients with personal care, medication reminders, escorting clients to appointments and other duties. Positions are for various locations in the Lower Mainland.

Please send your resume to: vancouverwest@comfortkeepers.ca

LABOURERS

Required Full-Time for local production facility in Aldergrove. FORKLIFT EXP. AN ASSET Positions Start Immediately! Must have own transportation.

Please Fax Resume 604.856.5644

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

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INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC (MILLWRIGHT)

The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!

We are a local progressive concrete pre-cast company based in Chilliwack. Duties include; preventative maint., scheduled repairs, and quick response repairs to ensure our modernized equipment runs efficiently. Routine equipment inspections and repairs are required. The Successful candidate must have good problem solving, diagnostic, interpersonal, and time management skills. Must be able to work flexible hours in a variety of conditions. Experience working with electrical systems and PLC programs would be a definite asset. Minimum requirements include completion of ITA certificate of qualification as an Industrial Mechanic, inter - provincial red seal endorsement, & a certificate of apprenticeship. Previous work experience in a related industry would be an asset.

OUR COMPANY OFFERS: 1.) Attractive Wages & Excellent Employee Beneﬁts. 2.) Supportive, Engaged Atmosphere With Change Minded Management Group. 3.) Company Sponsored Social Activities.

Please e-mail resume, including cover letter & references: HR@ langleyconcretegroup.com

JR DRAFTSMAN / DESIGNER

Call 604.514.6770 circulation@langleytimes.com

Required for fast paced mach. & fab. Facility. Requirements: ACAD training, Drafting Diploma, good knowlege of MS Office. Asset: Inventor exp, eng. Degree or Diploma of tech. Submit resumes to charles@emmfg.com

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

Commercial Trailer Journeyman Mechanic (Surrey Terminal) Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. requires two (2) full-time Commercial Trailer Journeyman Mechanics to work out of our Surrey Terminal located at 10155 Grace Road. Applicants should have an inspectors ticket, a minimum of 2 years of related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. Experience in a freight fleet environment would be preferred as this is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

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Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

Kristy 604.488.9161

threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca

. Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 .Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

ESTHETIC SERVICES

Esthetic Services Face & Neck Relaxation 778-385-9744

LANGLEY (near casino) Fraser Hwy & 201A Ave

PETS

Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

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in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at:

Running this ad for 10yrs

CONCRETE & PLACING

PAINT SPECIAL 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.

DESIGN

F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

FREE ESTIMATES

PRISM PAINTING Interior design & coordination of colours is our specialty!

Placing & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates. coastalconcrete.ca

Call for free estimate.

604-219-4097

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184 Bonniecrete Const.

fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 GOLDEN DOODLE puppies. Born Nov. 22. Mom small reg. Golden x Dad small Std Poodle (both 50 lbs). We have bred this litter special to create ideal family companions (intelligent, gentle, easy to train, people pleasers, happy indoors/out, good w/kids/animals, low/no shed) Our dogs are part of our home and life and we wish the same for our puppies. Please consider the time & commitment needed to raise a dog and you will have our support/guidance for life. 1st shots/deworm, $1200, 604-820-4827 Mission NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND PUPS Ready Feb. 15. Reg’d. Vet checked http://vigelandkennels.ca 604-823-2259

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MISC. FOR SALE

BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. STEEL BUILDINGS...”REALLY BIG SALE!” All steel building models and sizes. Plus extra savings. Buy now and we will store until spring. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

Concrete Lifting D Crack Repair D Eliminate Tripping Hazards D For all your concrete repairs

REAL ESTATE

TONY’’S PAINTING

Bonniecrete Const Ltd

Rooms from $99.00 incls. paint

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ELECTRICAL

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Farm Land House & Barn 23.94 Acres 3 titles call: 604-796-9383

CEILINGS OUR SPECIALTY Paul Schenderling

604-530-7885 / 604-328-3221

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ACREAGE

Agassiz Area:

Over 2000 COLOURS provided by General Paint & Deluxe Premium Products.

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

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TIME FOR A NEW CAR? See bcclassified.com’s Automotive Section in 800’s

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INTERIOR/EXTERIOR

European Quality Workmanship CONTRACT OR HOURLY FREE ESTIMATES 26 YEARS IN BUSINESS

SUNDECKS

SAMCON BUILDING. Complete reno’s & additions. Over 25 yrs exp. Call Derek (604)720-5955 www.samconbuilding.com

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Ask about our

ROOM SPECIAL

CALL TODAY! 604-803-5041 www.benchmarkpainting.ca

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HOMES FOR RENT

.Hayden Painting 778-229-0236 Family Owned & Operated Ryan 778.229.0236

NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates. We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes. 778.245.9069

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ALDERGROVE: 3215- 266A St. 3 Bdrm bsmt entry home. Owner Motivated to sell, $432,500 778-878-1586

BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

2 bdrm, 2 lvl Apt 1.5 BA, 5 Appls In-suite lndry/deck Secure prkg. N/P, N/S. Walking dist. to Safeway. $990/mo.

WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT Whereas;

Instant Auto Loans (2006) Inc & Darryl Kay is indebted to Mitchell’s Towing Ltd. for storage and towing on a 2011 Ford F150 with VIN #: 1FTFW1ET1BFA52836

Call 604-530-5646 or 604-230-3903 LANGLEY 202/53A, 4 BDRM APT $1145/mo. Quiet complex, no pets. Call 604-539-0217 LANGLEY CITY 1-bdrm apt. Clean, crime free bldg. Incl. heat, n/p, refs. req’d. $715. 604-530-6384.

A lien is claimed under the Act. There is presently an amount due and owing of $12,325.68 plus any additional costs of storage, seizure and sale. Notice is hereby given that on the 17th day of February, 2015 or thereafter, the said vehicle will be sold. The vehicle is currently stored at Elite Bailiff Services, 20473 Logan Ave, Langley, BC V3A 4L8. The vehicle was placed in storage on Auguts 21, 2014.

LANGLEY CITY APARTMENTS ON 201A FREE: heat, h/w, cable TV, laundry & parking. No Pets BACHELOR, 1 & 2 BDRMS. SENIORS, ADULT ORIENTED

Villa Fontana & Stardust Michael - 604-533-7578 Betsy - 604-312-1437

LANGLEY quiet, clean, spac 2 bdrm, walk to Safeway & on transit line. Incl 4 appls, hotwater & prkg. Avail now NS/N/P Res Mgr 604534-1114 on wkend 778-808-8749.

604 575 5555

with 1100 sq/ft 2 storey house. Call for more info: 778-772-1313

WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT Whereas;

Langley .Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244.

The Parkview Terrace

5400 ~ 204 St. 2 bdrm suite ($900/mo) Heat, H/W, cable incl, in a adult-oriented building. N/S,N/P.

Call: 604-220-6905

DELUXE 2 & 3 BEDROOM SUITES in Walnut Grove. Includes large balcony, fireplace, in-suite laundry. No Pets. Live, shop, work & play all in one location. Next to Colossus Theater (200/ #1 Hwy).

Call 604-881-7111

Linwood Place Apts: 604-530-6555 1 & 2 bdrm apts, $650-$900/mo. Ask about our Move-In BONUS.

White Rock OCEAN VIEW LOT

For more information call Elite Bailiff Services at 604-539-9900 WWW.REPOBC.COM

CALL FOR AVAILABILITY

Bentall Kennedy (Canada) LP

TRAVEL with bcclassified.com

TRUCKS & VANS

Central Langley FM-56

www.bentallkennedyresidential.com www.ThunderbirdVillage.ca

Aldergrove SxS Duplex, 4 suites 8500s/f lot, full renod, new siding/ windows, rent $3400. $589K or $295K each side. 604-807-6565

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2003 CHEVY AVALANCHE. Great condition, runs well, very clean inside & out. Champagne colour $6,950. Call 604-768-4826

ALDERGROVE. 1 bdrm apt. $675 incl cable. Utils not incl. Refs & credit check. Avl nw. 778-549-3852

thunderbirdvillage@bentallkennedy.com

PLUMBING

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005 #1 IN RATES & SERVICE. Lic’d/Ins. Local Plumber. Drains, gas, renos etc. BBB. Chad 1-877-861-2423

SCRAP CAR Removal TOP CA$H PAID on the spot. Local Business. www.a1casper.com 604-378-2029

1.24 ACE. 4 Bedrooms 3600sft., dble Gar., Back onto Coq River, 5 mins to Coq. Malls. $2900/mo. 604649-8987

APARTMENT/CONDO

The Village at Thunderbird Centre

Repairs & Reno’s, Sundecks & Additions, New Homes

Per Molsen 604-575-1240

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

RENTALS

LANGLEY 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

• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

Rainbow & Majorca

Ross 604D535D0124

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Peninsula Prop Management

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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PETS

Vacant Pad 55+. 1 Small pet, for new SRI single or double from $82,888. Chuck 604-830-1960

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION

www.paintspecial.com

BROOKSWOOD COMMERCIAL LEASE spaces available at 208th Street and 40th Ave. Sizes 7002100 s.f. $1500 - $4500. Call Frank @ Noort Investments 604-835-6300 or Nick @ 604-526-3604.

LANGLEY, central. Clean 3 bdrm. Recent upgrades. Family friendly. Large fenced yrd. Laundry Cls to shopping, schools & park. Avail now. N/P. $950+util. Call Amp 604727-3891

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

Painters SINCE 1977

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New SRI 14x70. 2 Bedroom on 55+ pad in Abby. $82,888. Chuck 604-830-1960

604-537-4140

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

Phone 604-530-1912 709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

SUNDECKS

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

25 yr Journeyman/Decorator

Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...

bcclassified.com Real Estate Section - Class 600’s

$45/Hr

UNIQUE CONCRETE

• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries

HOME of Your Dreams!

From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

Need Answers? Call Today!

Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.

Find the

www.affordablemoversbc.com

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5555 208th Street, Langley Studio - 1 & 2 bdrms. Indoor swimming pool and rec facility. Includes heat & 1 parking stall. No pets

New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $97,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $72,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

MOVING & STORAGE

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The Scrapper

TOWN & COUNTRY APARTMENTS

AFFORDABLE MOVING

40 YEARS EXPERIENCE

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-721-4528

604-530-0932 www.cycloneholdings.ca

• Basement Suites • Kitchens • Baths • Remodels • Additions • Flooring • Painting • Drywall • Much More Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771

SPIRITUAL

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Clean Bach, 1 & 2 Bdrm suites Heat & Hot Water included

JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

COMPUTER SERVICES

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2008 HONDA CIVIC 2 dr coupe, local, no accid, only 87K, 5 spd man, exc cond, $7950 obo 604-240-6224

CALL FOR NEW SPECIALS

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

SPECIALIZING IN

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

TRANSPORTATION

APARTMENT/CONDO

SUSSEX PLACE APTS

• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

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TOTAL RENOVATIONS

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Psychic Reading

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC

Repair, Replace, Remodel...

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SUCCESSFUL MUSICIANS CAN contact Sergeant Pepper at Box number 12123, Murrayville, Langley B.C. V2Y 0M6

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RENTALS

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

PERSONAL SERVICES

Will tell you *Past *Present *Future By appt only: 778-389-1754

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Best Prices & Service! Boarding, Taping, Texture paint, Stain removal and Much More! We complete Basements! Carpet & Laminate Flooring Small Jobs Welcome! 25 yrs of exp Free est. & quote! Call Kam @ (604) 551-8047

Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046

Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

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REAL ESTATE

Doing a Renovation or Drywall Repair?

** MONEY AVAILABLE ** 1st, 2nd & 3rd Mortgages Use the EQUITY in your HOME for Consolidation, Renovation or Any Reason. Call Donna at BBK Investments Ltd. 604.341.2806

Seize this opportunity to work for one of Western Canada’s largest regional freight carriers. For more information, call Derek, at 604-587-9818 or 604-968-7149 Interested candidates should attach an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Park Terrace Apts CALL FOR NEW SPECIALS Spacious Bachelor, 1, 2, 3 Bdrm Suites. Heat & Hot Water incl. On Site Manager

604-530-0030 www.cycloneholdings.ca

LANGLEY: 3 acre lot. private house, 3 levels, 4 bdrms. 3 bths. $2200/m. Avail. now. 604-719-2998 SURREY 8956 151st. 5 Bdrm bsmt home, 3 appli’s, fenced yrd.NS/ NP. Mar 1st. $1550/mo. 604-617-9373 White Rock - FANTASTIC OCEAN VIEW HOME FOR RENT 15444 Royal Ave. 3 bdrm, 2 baths, 2185 sq/ft living space. All appls incl.N/S. Longterm lease. Avail now Ref’s req’d. $2500/mo. Call for more info: 604-817-5117.

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SUITES, LOWER

ALDERGROVE: Grnd lvl 1 bdrm + den, legal ste, din/rm, w/d, prkg, wifi $850 inc. utils. Gas f/p, cvrd patio, alarm sys. N/S, N/P. Avail Feb. 1st. Refs required. Call 604-996-6383 ALDERGROVE- New 2 BDRM legal suite. NS/NP. NO in suite laundry. $900. Avail Now. CALL: Jas 604-614-7356 or 604-556-4170 LANGLEY 900 sq/ft newer 2 bdrm suite with 4 appls incl w/d, very quiet home in nice area. Ns/Np. Avail now. $850/mo incl all utils/wifi. 604-888-5101 or 1-604-556-8006. WALNUT GROVE clean quiet 1 bdrm & den with f/p. NS/NP. $700/mo incl utils & cable. Call 604-882-8815, 604-728-0824.

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WANTED TO RENT

PENSIONER and over 40 daughter looking for mobile home or house in Aldergrove, Cloverdale, S. Surrey area. (778)240-8916

Michelle McLeod is indebted to 1st Edition Holdings Ltd. for storage and towing on a 2008 Dodge Grand Caravan with VIN #: 2D8HN44H58R789180 A lien is claimed under the Act. There is presently an amount due and owing of $2,105.51 plus any additional costs of storage, seizure and sale. Notice is hereby given that on the 17th day of February, 2015 or thereafter, the said vehicle will be sold. The vehicle is currently stored at 1st Edition Holdings Ltd., 20473 Logan Ave, Langley, BC V3A 4L8. The vehicle was placed in storage on December 23, 2014.

For more information call 1st Edition Holdings Ltd. at 604-539-9900

28 Tuesday, January 20, 2015

The Langley Times www.langleytimes.com

WE ARE CELEBRATING

TUESDAY JANUARY, 20 TO SUNDAY, JANUARY 25

ON ALL CANADIAN MADE TOYOTAS

ON ALL IN-STOCK 2015 RAV4'S AND COROLLA'S

6 DAYS ONLY NO DEALER MARKUP!

As 35 CORSEOLL FROM TO CHOO

25 RASEV4s FROM TO CHOO

NO PAYMENTS FOR 90 DAYS! 0.99% FACTORY FINANCING! 0.99% FACTORY LEASE RATES! IN STOCK UNITS ONLY! SIX DAYS ONLY NO EXTENSIONS! HURRY IN FOR BEST SELECTION! Langley

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ToyotaTown

20622 Langley Bypass

604-530-3156 Visit langleytoyota.ca for details

DL#9497

All in stock Canadian made Toyotas (Corolla and Rav 4) will be priced at Factory to Dealer Invoice price plus freight and delivery, taxes and fees. Invoices will be available for inspection. Rav4 freight and delivery is $1690. Corolla freight and delivery is $1520. Documentation fees are $295.