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Langley man charged in fiveweek spree of bank robberies Ti m e s Re po r t e r
Charges have been laid against a Langley man who is accused of robbing or attempting to rob no fewer than seven banks in the Lower Mainland during a five week span, from Jan. 27 to March 4, 2015. Thomas Dennis Prosser, 36, was arrested by Ridge Meadows RCMP on March 4, after a lone male entered a Bank of Montreal in the 20600 block of Lougheed Highway in Maple Ridge. Police say the man indicated that he had a gun and was able to flee the bank with an undisclosed amount of money. Investigators of Ridge Meadow RCMP’s Street Enforcement Unit
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had earlier viewed photographs of a suspect believed to be responsible for a string of six bank robberies in Langley and Surrey. Believing the suspect they had in custody was also responsible for those robberies, they contacted RCMP in Surrey and Langley. A search warrant was executed at Prosser’s Langley residence and all investigative findings were forwarded to Crown Counsel who approved seven counts of robbery. Prosser remains in custody pending a court appearance. In addition to the March 4 robbery in Maple Ridge, the charges against Prosser stem from inci-
dents which took place on Jan. 26, Feb. 17, Feb. 20, Feb. 27 and March 3. The first robbery took place at a Royal Bank in Surrey, where a man entered the bank and produced a note indicating that he was armed and demanding money. An undisclosed amount of cash was taken. On Feb. 17, the man attempted to rob the Westminster Savings Credit Union, located in the 20800 block of Fraser Highway in Langley. In this instance, no cash was obtained. Three days later, on Feb. 20, the man entered the TD Canada Trust in the 18600 block of Fras-
er Hwy. in Surrey and produced a note indicating that he was armed. Once again, the suspect departed with an undisclosed amount of money. Similar incidents occurred on Feb. 27 at an HSBC in the 20000 block of the Langley Bypass, on March 3 at a Surrey Scotia Bank and again on March 3 at an Aldergrove CIBC. In each of those cases, the suspect once again produced a note and managed to get away with an undisclosed amount of cash. Police are continuing their investigation and asking anyone who may have further information to call them or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
JASON BREWER ACCUSED OF SECOND DEGREE MURDER OF COLE MANNING IN LANGLEY BASEMENT SUITE ON DEC. 31, 2012 MONIQUE TA MMING A Time s Re po rte r
The second degree murder trial against Langley resident Jason Brewer has started in B.C. Supreme Court in New Westminster. On Monday, Crown counsel Ranjit Khangura told a judge that the Crown will set out to prove that Brewer, 26, stabbed his friend Cole Manning, 40, to death in Brewer’s bedroom inside his Willoughby basement suite on New Year’s Eve 2012. The trial is expected to take three weeks, with Crown calling 11 witnesses, mainly police officers, a blood spatter expert, forensic expert, some of Brewer’s friends, his then-girlfriend’s mother and the pathologist who did the autopsy. At the conclusion of jury selection, Brewer decided to enter a not guilty plea and the trial is now with a judge alone. Members of Manning’s family were in the courtroom. Brewer sat listening in the prisoner’s box, wearing a blue golf shirt, with his brown hair cropped short and a trimmed goatee. He has sleeves of tattoos. Continued Page 4
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Charges after thousands of pieces of mail stolen 36-YEAR-OLD LANGLEY CITY RESIDENT ALLEGED TO BE BEHIND NUMEROUS THEFTS MO N I Q U E TA M M I N G A Ti m e s Re po r t e r
A 36-year-old Langley City woman is behind bars after police linked her to thousands of pieces of stolen mail, some coming from her own apartment complex. Sarah Lea-Anne Arnet is charged with one count of identity theft. She made her most recent appearance in Surrey Provincial Court on Thursday, March 12. In the early part of February, a large amount of stolen mail was recovered from a storage locker in a Langley apartment complex. The mail was discovered by the owner of the storage locker who recognized the significance of what he had found and called police. Langley RCMP estimate between 8,000 and 10,000 pieces of stolen mail were recovered. Selected pieces of mail were examined by Forensic Identification Services and forensic evidence linked the mail to Arnet. The investigation disclosed Arnet, formerly of Kamloops, was, in fact, a tenant of the Langley City apartment complex. The investigation continued for some time and police were able to obtain a search warrant for Arnet’s apartment. The warrant was executed on Thursday, March 5 and approximately 6,000 pieces of stolen mail, identity cards, credit cards,
computers, cellphones and data storage devices were seized. The mail recovered belonged to people in jurisdictions all over the Lower Mainland, as well as several cities in the interior of B.C. Arnet has remained in custody since her arrest. Arnet had several convictions in Kamloops, where she lived before moving to Langley sometime around 2012. She was involved in theft here, and was given a conditional sentence for four counts of possession of stolen property under $5,000 that year. Mail theft continues to be a rampant problem throughout the suburbs of Metro Vancouver. Last year, Langley held the dubious distinction of mail theft capital of Canada, as announced by Canada Post. “In collaboration with Canada Post postal inspectors, all police agenLangley Time s file pho to cies continue to work Mail theft continues to be a rampant problem in Langley and other parts of B.C., as was highlighted by the recovery of collectively to tackle the problem of mail between 8,000 and 10,000 pieces of stolen mail from a Langley City apartment complex. theft. Excellent analytstress enough — the greatest ly. If it is not there, it cannot be offences are even more invasive ical work, information sharing solution to the problem is also stolen,” said Langley RCMP Supt. and damaging to our citizens, so and evidence recovery all con- the easiest to invoke. We need Murray Power. diligence is crucial and apprecitribute to a solution. We cannot everyone to collect your mail dai“The secondary fraud-related ated here.”
19-year-old charged with five Walnut Grove break-ins MO N I Q U E TA M M I N G A Ti m e s Re po r t e r
Charges have been laid against a 19-yearold Langley man accused of breaking into people’s Walnut Grove homes while they slept last October. Greyszen Beszedes is charged with five counts of break and enter and one count each of mischief, attempted theft and assault with a weapon. Police believe Beszedes has moved to Ontario and warrants for his arrest have been issued. The break-ins took place between Oct. 2 and 21, 2014 in the Walnut Grove area. These burglaries occurred overnight when the homeowners were in bed, sleeping.
For the most part, there was no forced entry; the homes had been left insecure either by an open window or unlocked door, said police. Items taken were generally smaller in nature — wallets, cellphones, iPads, laptops, chequebooks and video games, said Langley RCMP Cpl. Holly Marks. Part of Langley Street Enforcement Unit’s (SEU) mandate is to look at property crime offences and recognize patterns and trends. The North Langley cat bur-
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glary investigation was an example of this type of case. Police allege Beszedes is responsible for these burglaries, after he was observed by a resident breaking into a car parked on a nearby street. That person awoke due to the sound and was able to restrain Beszedes until police arrived. “With the warmer weather upon us, many will choose to leave doors and windows open to welcome the fresh air and sunshine. Please remem-
ber to consider security as well,” said Cpl. Holly Marks. “It’s easy to forget windows have been left open as you head to bed and unfortunately, this gives the criminal an opportunity. Make sure you do one last pass around the house in the evening to make sure all the possible entrance points have been properly secured.” He is described as Caucasian, 5’3” tall, 130 lbs. with short brown hair. If you have information that would assist police to execute these arrest warrants, please call Langley RCMP at 604-532-3200. Should you need to remain anonymous, you can call CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222TIPS.
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Crown revealed on the opening day that Manning’s toxicology report showed he had no alcohol or drugs in his system when he was killed. Crown said that phone records will show that Manning and Brewer had communicated several times over the week leading up to Manning’s death. The night of the murder, the two had arranged to meet at Brewer’s basement suite located near 196 Street and 69 Avenue. Brewer had just moved in there a few days beforehand. Crown intends to show that Manning’s body was found on Brewer’s bed with a knife in his neck. Khangura said they will show text messages Brewer made after Manning was killed and the 911 call made by Brewer’s long-time friend. Crown alleges Brewer went to see his long-time friend after the murder to confess what he had done. Afterwards, his friend phoned 911. Police were able to track Brewer by pinging his cellphone. Crown said Brewer was on his way to his friend’s house in Abbotsford so police got there first. When he saw them there, he fled in his car and a short but eventful pursuit took place. It took several police cars ramming his vehicle to effect his arrest. Brewer was taken down on 264 Street, near the Greater Vancouver Zoo. Khangura said DNA found on Brewer’s jeans upon his arrest match the victim’s. Evidence collected in the bedroom show that there was a bank deposit envelope with $20 inside it beside Manning’s body. No alleged motive was discussed in court. Crown is expected to spend more than a week examining witnesses.
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Speaking from experience on workplace safety YOUNG MEN CONTINUE TO HAVE HIGHER THAN AVERAGE ON-THE-JOB INJURY RATE Mark Johnson was 21 years old when his life changed forever. He had only been working at a sawmill for nine months when he nearly died in a workplace incident. He was cleaning out a wood chipper when his left arm became trapped in heavy machinery. He didn’t lose his arm, but today has limited wrist and shoulder function. Eight years later, the Maple Ridge resident wants more young people and employers to be better prepared on the job to prevent workplace injuries from occurring. That’s just one of the messages he delivered to youth at Mission Community Skills Centre in Langley on Thursday.
WorkSafe BC organized the talk to Langley youth. “No amount of work is worth losing a limb, or even a finger,” Johnson told the teens. “I want people to think about how their family would react if they didn’t come home.” While the injury rate for all young workers has improved, the rate at which young males are injured continues to be higher than the provincial average. In 2013, 6,540 young workers were injured – on average 26 per day – and six young workers were killed on the job. “Whether they’re young or old, the same thing applies to all workers,” says Johnson. “What counts most on the job is
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Langley success story Grocery shoppers, and that’s R.C. Kidd died in 1932, his wife most of us, are likely aware that Anne and then his son and daughOverwaitea, the parent company ter were the controlling owners, of the well-known Save-On-Foods with many employees also holding chain, is celebrating its 100th birthshares in the company. day as a B.C.-owned and operated The Kidd family interests concompany. trolled the company until 1968, In today’s business world, that is when Jim Pattison took over as FROM THE owner. Initially, Overwaitea was a remarkable milestone. And in the highly-competitive grocery busiowned through his publicly-listed ness, where margins on products Neon Products company, but Patare often razor-thin, it is even more Frank Bucholtz tison’s businesses have been priimpressive. vately-owned since the 1970s. What many people may not be aware of What Pattison did when he took over is how strong and long-lived the connec- was give the company access to capital to tion is between Overwaitea and Langley. grow. Overwaitea had always been well-reThe company’s head office has been lo- spected in the marketplace, but by the late cated in Langley for many years — going 1960s, it was unable to always keep up back at least as far as the 1980s. It was with its competitors. It also did not have located here after Overwaitea moved its much chance to obtain the best store locawarehouse operations from Burnaby to tions, particularly in the Lower Mainland, Langley, north of Highway 1, in 1980. because of bigger players in the market. Nowadays, most of its warehousing is As Clarence Heppell, president from still done here. 1971-89 (who, as a high school student, beIts presence here goes back much fur- gan working at the Cloverdale Overwaitea ther, though, as there was an Overwaitea in the 1940s), says in the book, Pattison’s store in Langley Prairie (now Langley City) ownership changed many things. as far back as the 1920s. A photo of that Heppell and other senior managers, exearly-day store appears in the company’s perienced and well-connected to the com100th anniversary book, The Overwaitea munity, were now able to pursue new conStory, on sale at Save-On-Foods stores. cepts in grocery marketing and build the Its unusual name came from founder business significantly. R.C. Kidd’s practice of selling 18 ounces of One of the main innovations was the tea for the price charged for 16 ounces — Save-On-Foods concept, which began small “over weight tea.” as Prairie Market and then Your Mark-It One of the most interesting things about Foods, which had a Langley store. It turned Overwaitea is the stability of ownership. into Save-On-Foods in 1982. The concept In its 100 years, it has basically had just proved to be a big hit with consumers and two owners. The first was the Kidd fami- Overwaitea became a major presence in ly. R.C. Kidd founded the firm in 1915, with the B.C. (and later, Alberta) marketplaces. the first store on Columbia Street in New There have been continued changes, but Westminster. Overwaitea continues to be a major presIt grew to a series of stores in B.C. com- ence in Langley, with four Save-On-Foods munities — in the Lower Mainland, on stores, the head office and warehouses. It’s Vancouver Island and in the interior. When a very important part of this community.
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Over the weekend, there were numerous protests against the federal government’s Bill C-51, which proposes a number of new measures to combat the prospects of terrorism. The Conservative government has proposed giving additional powers to the RCMP and CSIS, the Canadian Security Intelligence Service. Many of those protesting say these new powers will strip privacy from many Canadian residents. They also argue that both the RCMP and CSIS do not have sufficient independent oversight. The Liberals have already said they will support the bill, and make amendments if they are elected as the government in the election this fall. NDP MPs, on the other hand, are stalwart foes of the bill. The very different reactions from the two opposition parties speak volumes about the perceptions of this bill. The Liberals are clearly banking on the broad support among Canadians for more counter-terrorism measures, in the wake of the attack on Parliament Hill last fall and numerous homegrown terror plots. The NDP, on the other hands, is taking its traditional principled approach, in standing up for civil rights over enhanced anti-terrorism measures. The principled stance gets them plenty of positive mentions, but often does not translate into votes. Virtually all polls show the NDP will finish third in the election, barring a last-minute shift by voters. The need for enhanced anti-terrorism measures is pretty clear. However, there should be more oversight of both CSIS and the RCMP, should they be granted new powers. At the very least, there needs to be a Parliamentary committee with MPs from all sides taking an ongoing close look at just how these new powers are being used.
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News flash: New referendum poll finds strong lead for ‘No’ side. When everyone wakes up after the votes are counted and the 0.5 per cent transit tax has been voted down, if the polls are to be believed, who will notice? Buses will still be crowded during rush hour. Traffic will still be gridlocked at choke points throughout the region. And buses will run infrequently at night or not at all. Of course, ‘No’ spokesperson Jordan Bateman of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation will be pleased and can update his LinkedIn account to apply for better jobs while Premier Christy Clark can check off an election campaign promise, a referendum on transportation financing that was doomed from the start. Let’s face it, as we know from the HST vote, it’s hard to convince people to pay more taxes now for a future benefit but easy to tap into public anger about government spending, regardless of how out of context or inaccurate the information on which the anger is based. TransLink is the straw man in this debate — also the scapegoat and the scourge — and to beat down this perceived demon, people would rather have crappy roads and transit well into the future. It’s crazy but in the aftermath of the transit referendum, it will be too late to reconsider. That’s because the only opportunity to prove that the ‘Yes’ side might have been right won’t come for another 10 or 20 years. By then, many of the folks who are on different sides of this vote will be retired or dead, and their kids will be dealing with the fallout from referendum results. These are today’s college and high school students who will be saddled with the hefty retirement pensions for those who voted against the proposed sales tax hike. They’re the ones who will be sitting in gridlock or waiting for buses and who will see good jobs disappear to places with better transportation infrastructure. They might wonder, those taxpayers of tomorrow, whether an opportunity to do something better was lost along the way. But that’s OK, because we’ll have given TransLink a smack on the nose and, for today at least, that seems to be the most important thing. — Tri-City News
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Province at fault Editor: How could seven mayors institute a provincial tax? Since when do mayors have the power or the right to bring in a provincial tax? They do not. That is what this ‘yes’ or ‘no’ plebiscite is all about — giving permision for a tax promoted by city mayors. It will fail, as they have no power to do such a thing. Instituting a provincial tax is the responsibility of the provincial government, not the mayors. It seems to me that our provincial government has used similar techniques as in the movie, “The Sting” — once over the initial hurdle, which in this case was convincing the mayors to take on this issue, our Provincial government thinks it is free and clear. It is not. These seven mayors were coerced into this position of failure. There is no way the ‘yes’ vote will succeed, and then our provincial government will blame the mayors. The seven mayors should never have taken on this issue. This is the provincial government’s problem, and we pay MLAs to take care of it. It is time it took care of business, instead of telling us all about how well it has balanced the budget. GARY DAVIS, FORT LANGLEY
Tax could increase Editor: Am I confident that TransLink will be more responsible with the 0.5 per cent tax than it has been to date, if the referendum passes? And do I have faith that the 0.5 per cent tax won’t increase to one or two per cent or even more, if the mayors and TransLink discover that 0.5 per cent isn’t enough? Definitely not. The amount of waste that TransLink is responsible for is atrocious. For example, having six boards of directors, paying two CEOs exorbitant salaries, a million here, half a million there and on and on. TransLink is a bottomless pit that is already raking in our tax dollars from gasoline, parking, property taxes and Hydro levies. Incidentally, the estimates for the two most expensive parts of the project (for Surrey LRT and the Vancouver Broadway subway) were done several years ago. One engineer said it might go up or down 15 per cent, but he didn’t think it would double or triple. How reassuring. How many things go down in price? Nothing that I know of. If you have a hole in a bucket, the common sense approach is to repair it before you add any more water. Before we are asked to give any more money to a badly-broken system such as TransLink, there needs to be a major reduction of waste and some definite accountability in place. This proposed tax increase might be a drop in the bucket for the mayors, many of whom earn six-figure salaries, but it’s a different matter for low-income families and seniors. If the ‘yes’ vote wins, my concern is that they will soon say that 0.5 per cent isn’t enough, because of unforeseen expenses or increased prices since previous estimates were done. This tax will keep escalating on a regular basis for the rest of our lives. I will be voting ‘no’ until they stop wasting our money and give us more information about possible future increases in this tax. Better yet, let the BC government use some of its $879 million surplus to fund it. L. MACKINTOSH, LANGLEY
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Langley City task force article was lacking in context THOSE UNFAMILIAR COULD GET INCORRECT MESSAGE Editor: With respect to the article titled “Neighbourhood ‘perfect storm’ for crime,” (The Times, March 3), I believe you have helped make the situation in downtown Langley City worse. I believe the article sensationalizes the problems and does not establish any context that someone unfamiliar with the downtown could relate to. This happened by using statements meant to be provocative, that were made to a knowledgeable group, as a basis for your story. This, in my opinion, would cause anyone who did not live or work in the downtown to stay away. My family and I have been in business in the downtown for 23 years. I have lived adjacent to Douglas Park for nearly 10 years. The city you describe is not the city I live in. I am well aware of the problems, and so is the City. I
have discussed them with the mayor and councillors. I believe council to be engaged and committed. These problems are mostly not of the City’s making, and solving them needs assistance from all sources. Hence the task forces on crime and homelessness to which you were invited. My business brings many thousands of families with young children into the downtown. I know of no incident or harm to any of them ever. And we are just one business. I asked two of my elderly neighbours if they felt safe living downtown. They replied “absolutely.” You may have been trying to help. But there are much better ways to get the message across. TERRY CAUSTON, LANGLEY
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Downsizing to a Smaller Living Space Come and hear useful tips for preparing for, organizing, and simplifying your residential move. March 18, 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Langley Senior Resource and Recreation Centre, 20605 51B Ave. Register at 604-530-3020. Drop-ins welcome. 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. Book Chat at Aldergrove Library Mar. 19 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Have you read a good book recently? Bring one or more of your favourite books, grab a snack, and let’s chat! For Grades 6 to 8. March general meeting of the Langley Field Naturalists March 19 at the Langley Community Music School, 4899 207 St. 7:15 p.m. Feature Presentation is “Life’s a Beach” by Leona Breckonridge of the Shorekeepers Program from The Friends of Semiahmoo Bay Society, which will illustrate the diversity of marine life on our local shores. Further information at www. langleyfieldnaturalists.org
87th Annual Bradner Flower Show April 10, 11, 12, 10 a.m.to 5 p.m. at Bradner Hall and school, 5305 Bradner Rd. Abbotsford. Admission $2. Saturday/Sunday chefs, local wineries, special speakers & live music. For more info: Facebook.com/BradnerHall or bradnerflowershow@gmail.com.
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Active Choices Program free presentation March 28, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on the many ways that physical activity affects the brain and body. Douglas Recreation Centre, 20550 Douglas Cres. To register call Angela 604-522-1492.
Egg hunt at Fort Langley April 5, 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m. All-ages Easter scavenger hunt will take place around the grounds within the fort walls. Kids five and under can participate in the “Egg Scramble.” Cost: $3.90 per youth (age 6-16), $7.80 per adult, $19.60 per family, or free with annual pass. Fibromyalgia Well Spring Foundation charity benefit Concert in the Country starring Todd Richard and Friends, opening act Danielle Marie Severinski. April 19, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. 25039 8 Ave. South Aldergrove. Tickets $25. Call 778-278-3697.
Municipal Pensioners Meeting at Douglas Recreation Centre (20550 Douglas Cres.) on March 23 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Quarterly meeting and membership update followed by presentation from London Drugs longterm care pharmacist Dianne Sheddan, who will talk about preventing medication misadventures. Guests and community members welcome. Coffee and cookies will be served. For more, call Bev Sommer at 604-888-0017 or bsommer@telus.net.
Volunteers needed at Langley Lodge Sign up at www.langleylodge.org and go to the volunteer page. Or call Judith McBride, 604532-4209 or email jmcbride@langleylodge. org for more information. Singles Social and Walking Club seeks new members age 45 and up. For details, call Christina at 604-375-7732 or Dorothy at 604-594-1260 or singsocwc@gmail.com. The Senior Men’s golf club at Poppy Estate Golf Course is looking for new members 55 years or older. Information on the club can be found on club website www.poppyseniormensgolf.com or phone 604-530-4501. Depressed, anxious, panic attacks, fears, worry, helplessness? Come to Recovery International, Monday nights 7:30 to 9 p.m. in Langley Hospital cafeteria meeting room, northwest corner. Contact Heather at 604-807-0991 or visit www.recovery canada.org for more information. Volunteers needed Langley Meals on Wheels Service Society is always seeking volunteers for a four-hour commitment, twice a month. Call 604-533-1679 or email info@langleymealsonwheels.com. Outreach Services at the Langley Seniors Centre includes information and referral, transportation and shopping assistance. We will come to your home or building and provide information. Call 604-530-3020 ext. 302, 305, or 306. The Langley Lawn Bowling Club is for all ages and operates all year-round, with carpet bowls and cards from October through April and outdoor bowling, May through September. Reasonable membership fees. South end of Douglas Park. Call Nell at 604-534-7465 for information.
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March 15, 1955 the City of Langley was born J i m Mc G re go r, Ti m e s C o n t r i b uter
When a person turns 60, we start of think of them as entering their ‘senior years.’ But in the history rich Fraser Valley, when a City turns 60 it can still be considered to be a bit of a youngster. In 2015, Langley City will mark 60 years since it broke away from the Township of Langley and became its own governing body. Today, many newcomers to the area are not aware that there are two Langleys. Often, people will say, “I don’t live in Langley, I live in Murrayville or Fort Langley or Aldergrove.
In 2015, Langley City will mark 60 years since it broke away from the Township of Langley and became its own governing body.
Over the years the lines have blurred and new areas with new names have sprung up with their own schools and churches and have assumed their own identities. This was much the case back in 1955 when the residents and merchants of Langley Prairie grew restless. In 1873, the Township of Langley was incorporated and the hub of government and commerce was situated around the area we now know as Fort Langley. As more settlers ar-
rived, the area grew and when the BC Electric Railway came through the valley in 1910, business sprung up around the station at Innes Corners, which is now the corner of Fraser Highway and Glover Road now. The area soon took over as the hub of area commerce and became known as Langley Prairie. With this growth came discontent. Even though Langley Prairie occupied only a small portion of the Township, less than 2% of the taxpayers in the four square mile area were paying an estimated 20 % of the Township’s taxes.
ten demonstrated that the taxes they paid in Langley Prairie went to build roads and provide services in other parts of the community, ignoring the merchants’ pleas for upgrades to streets, sidewalks, water, sewer and streetlights. In the years prior to incorporation, many meetings were held to discuss the issues with merchants, and residents petitioned the Minister of Municipal Affairs, raising funds and bringing in speakers from other communities up the valley who had been successful with their incorporation bids.
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that amalgamation will once again see their tax dollars spread over the rest of the community rather than at home. Proponents of amalgamation predict lower taxes and better services, less red tape. While many studies exist, none show that taxes were ever reduced and a large majority of communities that have consolidated have stated they wouldn’t do it again if they had the choice, citing that the newly created larger community provided less customer service to the residents and became bureaucratically top heavy. Much the same argument came from the Langley Prairie Incorporation Committee in the early 1950s. The City of Langley had a significant birthday party to mark their 50th ten years ago. City officials have some recognition plans in the works for this year however, what and when is not decided yet. Congratulations, City of Langley, you’re lookin’ pretty good for sixty!
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“Whether you have income or not, it’s vitally important to file your income tax return,� advises Arlene Brown, a Senior’s Councillor at the Langley Seniors Resource Centre. This is because the government uses the previous year’s income tax returns to renew GIS (Guaranteed Income Supplements) payments. The Federal Government has linked GIS payments to the Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA) and uses income tax returns as the way to determine the GIS amount payable. Provincially Fair Pharmacare benefits are based on a person’s level of income and applications are assessed using previous year’s tax returns as well. The cut off date for having an income tax return filed is April 30th. To avoid an interruption in your GIS payments or Fair Pharmacare eligibility it is essential to have this done on time. It is important to keep in mind that people are not taxed on the amount of money they have or what their property is worth. If a person does have a large amount of savings their interest income is taxable but not the principle amount of savings. The Salvation Army’s Gateway of Hope offers free tax preparation for low income individuals and seniors. They provide this service year round by appointment. Call Andrea Voss at 604-514-7375 for an appointment of for more information. The Langley Seniors Resource Centre are also hosting
tax clinics from now until the tax deadline. Volunteers trained under the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP) are on hand Monday through Friday to help seniors file their income tax. This service is free but is by appointment only and both spouses will need an appointment. Volunteers will file your income tax return either by E File or using a paper return. If you, or someone you know cannot make it to the Centre, a volunteer will come to their home or other arrangements can be made. The senior may drop their tax documents at the Centre and a volunteer will complete your tax return. Once completed they will procure a signature and file the return. Call the LSRC at 604-530-3020 for more information or to make an appointment. This time of year large tax preparation companies advertise they will process a tax return immediately and issue a refund cheque on the spot. But bear in mind this comes with a cost. They will retain a portion of the refund in exchange for doing the taxes for ‘free’. Using the CVITP Program at the Langley Seniors Resource Centre or The Salvation Army is a better option because this will ensure that a person will receive their entire refund even if it isn’t received right away. To qualify under the CVITP Program a person must have an income of under $30,000. per individual or $40,000. per couple. An individual with a child is eligible as well if their income is under $35,000.
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This friendship is not surprising to Colleen Frick, a teacher and community events coordinator at New Directions ESL School in Langley. Many of the students who attend the school come from backgrounds where racism does not exist so they don’t anticipate being treated poorly. This gives them the confidence to put themselves forward and they want to talk to their neighbours. Many of the students as their English skills improve volunteer in local churches and in the community. Ellie Hu, a former student volunteered with the Downtown Langley Ambassador Program to improve her English skills. Many of her fellow volunteers were seniors and Ellie not only improved her language skills, she made new friends as well. “We need English speaking friends and it can be difficult,” she said. “But the best way to do this is to volunteer,” she added. In addition Ellie suggested that another way to improve English skills is by joining a Toastmasters group.
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Singer Jet Tangerine performs during last spring’s Langley Has Talent competition. The contest returns March 28 and April 18 for its fifth and final season. The dual purpose of the annual competition, hosted by Langley’s four Rotary Clubs, has been to highlight previously undiscovered talent from the community and to underscore the need for a dedicated performing arts facility in the Langleys.
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With the selection of the semifinalists now complete, the stage is set for the fifth and final Langley Has Talent competition. Twenty three acts will take the stage at Christian Life Assembly on Saturday, March 28. From those, the top acts, selected by a panel of celebrity and industry judges,
will go through to perform in the finals at CLA on Saturday, April 18. Among the acts audiences will be able to check out at this year’s competition, are musicians in a range of genres, singers, dancers and Cirque du Soleil-style performances. Some are brand new to the competition while others have graced the stage at CLA in years past.
Anyone who has enjoyed the performances at previous LHT competitions, as well as those who have always planned to attend and not yet done so, are urged to make this the year they come out. “This is the last year Rotary will put on Langley Has Talent,” said the competition’s founder, Peter Luongo. “I hope the community will really get behind it and
demonstrate support for the talent in Langley and the need for a (dedicated performing arts) venue. “I’m excited to have the chance to bring this to a close this year,” said Luongo. Tickets for the March 28 show are $20 each, and are now available at langleyhastalent.com or at the Langley Times office, 20258 Fraser Hwy.
Langley Community Music School has awarded $12,000 in scholarships to 92 young musicians through its 29th Annual Scholarship Awards Festival. The festival ran from Feb. 1 to 9, and the winners were announced at the final awards concert held Saturday, Feb. 21. A total of 150 students, aged five to 17, took part in the festival, performing in an array of categories, including piano, violin, cello, jazz, woodwinds, guitar and voice. “We congratulate all winners in this music festival. Every single one demonstrated an exceptionally high standard of performance,” said Susan Magnusson, LCMS principal. Among the winners in the senior categories were Langley residents Sarah Yang, Min Whoo Lee, and Yu An Cheng. Yang won multiple awards: the Iris Preston Memorial Award in the senior violin category; the Carolyn Twiest Award in the intermediate piano category; the Iris Severide Memorial Award; and the Schipperus Memorial Award for best string performance of an unaccompanied Bach piece. Langley clarinet player, Lee, was the winner in the senior woodwinds category. And senior Langley cellist, Cheng, was the winner of the senior cello category, and also received the Colin Hampton Musicianship Award. This year’s adjudicators included prominent local and international musicians: Fred Stride, Vancouver-based Jazz musician; Brenda Fedoruk, principal flutist at the Vancouver Opera Orchestra; international performing artists Catherine Ordronneau, pianist, and Kai Gleusteen, violinist; and Cristian Markos, cellist and member of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra. Funds for LCMS’ scholarship and bursary program are made possible through an endowment fund that was established in 1983 with the Vancouver Foundation, combined with the support of individual donors, corporate supporters, and anonymous benefactors. “We extend our deepest thanks to the many individuals and businesses whose support and generosity makes our annual festival possible,” said Magnusson. “These contributions give students the financial support they need to augment their educational opportunities and achieve excellence.”
Langley resident nominated as Woman of Distinction FIBR OMYALGIA WELL SPRING FOUNDER NAMED IN COMMUNITY CHAMPION CATEGORY A Langley resident is among the nominees as YWCA Metro Vancouver prepares to name the recipients of its 32nd annual Women of Distinction Awards. Cheryl Young, founder, executive director and treasurer of the Fibromyalgia Well Spring Foundation, is nominated in the Community Champion category. Young is a champion for the rights of all people who, like herself, suffer with fibromyalgia, and those afflicted by other invisible illnesses. In 2006, Young founded the Fibromyalgia
Well Spring Foundation. What began as a personal mission has blossomed into a vibrant organization serving 750 members. Young envisions a community wellness village to support and house people living with fibromyalgia, and is set to raise awareness and support through a 1,050 km walk from Langley to Banff in 2016. Each year, the Women of Distinction Awards “honour individuals and organizations whose activities and achievements contribute to the well-being and future of
our community.” The 2015 recipients will be announced on May 26 at the Vancouver Convention Centre. Awards will be presented in the following categories: • Arts, Culture and Design • Business and the Professions • Community Champion • Environmental Sustainability • Health and Wellness • Non Profit and Public Work • Outstanding Workplace
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LACL artist offered his first solo show at 76
“I’m an artist.” The three simple words that David Tribe uses to introduce himself say it all. Since he first picked up a brush nearly 20 years ago, Tribe, 76, has made it a point to paint nearly every day. Over the years, he’s experimented with artistic mediums — including sculpture and mosaic — and a range of tools, paiting with different sized brushes, a palette knife and even a plastic bag. Tribe was among the first group of participants to take part in Langley Association for Community Living’s Bridge art program. Later this month, he will achieve another major milestone as he mounts his first solo exhibit at Loft Studios Gallery in downtown Langley. As the opening date of Tribe’s show approaches, space inside the Bridge art studio at LACL’s clubhouse is filling up with the paintings that will make up his show. Some of the smaller pieces rest on tables, while larger canvases have been leaned against every bit of available wall space in the corner where Tribe’s easel is set up. He comes by most days to work on his art, but he’s been known to put brush to canvas at home, too. The Bridge art program is just one of several programs offered by LACL, which supports children and youth with special needs, as well as adults like Tribe, who have developmental disabilities. In addition to painting, Tribe also draws and sculpts, but it is working with acrylic and oil paints he enjoys best. Painting is the perfect way for Tribe, who is a man of few words, to express himself non-verbally, said Stella Johnson, a program assistant at LACL. It’s quite easy to discern Tribe’s mood or feelings on a given day based on the colours he chooses, agreed program supervisor Jen Walton. Often using bold colours, Tribe creates abstract and impressionistic images — reproducing nature as he feels it, rather than as he sees it. Florals are among his favourite subjects, but he also recently
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Artist David Tribe shows off some of his work inside the clubhouse at the Langley Association for Community Living. Tribe, who began painting nearly 20 years ago, has been given his first solo show. His work will be displayed at the Loft Studios Gallery on Fraser Highway from March 18 to 28. completed a piece titled Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, which features a flying car like the one in the 1968 movie of the same name. A fairly prolific painter, Tribe has a following of collectors who snap up his work quickly, said Johnson. “If he paints 10 in a year, he’ll sell 10.” He’s previously shown his work alongside other LACL artists, with displays at the City’s annual Arts Alive celebration, Community Living Days, PosAbilities Inclusion show in Vancouver and at the Langley Farmer’s Market. In fact, it was through Arts Alive that the opportunity for the solo exhibit arose.
“I saw David’s work at Arts Alive last year and I was blown away by his lovely, expressive (pieces),” said Wendy Jones, owner of the Loft Studios Gallery in downtown Langley City. She was so impressed by Tribe’s work, in fact, that she invited him to display his work at her gallery. “He paints what he feels with no preconceived ideas,” said Jones. “It’s honest, expressive and it’s refreshing to see.” Tribe’s exhibit will run from March 18 to 28 at the Loft Studios Gallery, 20458 Fraser Hwy. An opening reception will be held on Wednesday, March 18, from noon to 2 p.m., with the artist in attendance.
Puppet Theatre Fun at the library FREE PROGRAM AIMED AT NINE TO 12-YEAR-OLDS
From shadow puppets to Sesame Street muppets, the craft of puppetry engages our imagination. In the public library the classic puppet show continues to fascinate children even in the 21st century. Youngsters aged nine to 12 will have a chance to exercise their creativity at a Puppet Theatre Fun program. It will cover three afternoons at the Murrayville Library.
On the first afternoon they will write a short play, on the second afternoon they will make the puppets for it, and on the third they will put on their puppet shows using a traditional puppet theatre stage. Puppet Theatre Fun will run Thursday, March 26, Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Register for this free program by calling the library at 604-533-0339.
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They didn’t find the podium, but the Credo Christian Kodiaks did make school history. The Kodiaks lost 70-54 to the Richmond Christian Eagles on Saturday morning in the bronze medal match at the B.C. 1A senior boys provincial basketball championships at the Langley Events Centre. But while the team did not leave with medals draped around their necks, the fourth-place finish marked the best-ever showing for the Kodiaks at the tournament. The program’s previous best was a fifth-place finish back in 1993. The Kodiaks trailed just 36-33 at the half but fell behind by double digits in the third quarter and could not recover. “Turnovers were key,” said Credo coach Justin Vanderploeg. “The main thing was we didn’t come out with the same defensive intensity that we did all year long, that we normally come out with. “And then they hit a couple of big threes and ballooned the lead a little bit and we were fighting from there.” Credo Christian was seeded third for the 16-team tournament and won a pair of close contests in the opening two rounds. The Kodiaks won 63-57 over the No. 14 Ucluelet Warriors and then
won 47-44 over the No. 6 West Point Grey Academy Wolves in the quarter-finals. But the team fell 67-44 to the Immaculata Mustangs in the semifinals before dropping a second straight game to the Eagles the next morning. “Immaculata is a very good team, they shoot the ball so well,” Vanderploeg said. “In the first half, we were able to keep their shooters under control. And in the second half, they loosened up a little bit and hit a couple of big threes — just like in this game — and were able to get the big lead.” While a medal would have been great way to cap off the season, they team came up short, but not because of their effort. “Our team put our hearts on the floor,” said Braden Schouten, one of the team’s captains. “We played hard and put it all on the court. “Our heads are up high.” Being in the mix for a provincial medal did not surprise Vanderploeg. “We were capable of being in the top four, we were capable of making the finals,” the coach said. “That was our goal all year long, make provincials and then go for that top four finish.” Credo Christian’s Cam Pol was named a second team all-star.
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Credo Christian Kodiaks’ Elias Dewit goes airborne against the defence of the Ucluelet Warriors during opening round play at the 1A senior boys provincial basketball championships last week. The Kodiaks finished fourth in the 16-team tournament, the school’s best-ever finish.
Packed house watches as Lions crowned hardcourt kings GARY AH U J A Ti me s Spo r t s
One hundred and twenty-eight games, more than 700 players and thousands of fans. Those are the final numbers as March Madness came to a close on Saturday night at the Langley Events Centre. The facility hosted four senior boys provincial basketball championships — 1A, 2A, 3A and 4A — over the course of four days last week. And when all was said and done, the Kelowna Christian Knights, St. Michael’s University Blue Jags, Fleetwood Park Dragons and Yale Lions had been crowned champions in their respective divisions.
Altogether, 64 senior boys basketball teams played a total of 128 games. This latest round of championships also wrapped up a busy three-week stretch at the LEC as the facility hosted the junior boys provincial championships (32 teams, 80 games) at the end of February and then the junior girls, 2A senior girls and 3A senior girls provincial tournaments (48 teams, 96 games) in early March. “There was a real buzz in the air among the spectators and the players,” said Paul Eberhardt, the president of the B.C. High School Boys Basketball Association. “We were extremely pleased with it. For
a very long time, we have had a goal of trying to have all our championships in one place and at the same time. “And for the first time, we couldn’t have been happier with how it went.” He expects the tournaments to return to the LEC once the dates are finalized. “It is definitely in our wishes and our plans to be there for a while,” Eberhardt said. Eberhardt said that the spectators enjoyed being able to go from court to court — four courts were in action all at the same time — if one game wasn’t holding their attention. “If a game wasn’t that good, they could
just go to another court,” he said. “And the crowds were certainly indicative. This was the largest crowds we have ever had in the four years at the Langley Events Centre.” “It was a really good three weeks,” said Jared Harman, the director of business development for the LEC. “From an attendance standpoint, numbers were up from last year.” The 4A senior boys championship final between Abbotsford’s Yale Lions and Port Coquitlam’s Terry Fox Ravens, drew 4,876 fans in a thrilling contest in which the Lions prevailed 69-63. Harman said final numbers are expected later this week.
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It was a packed house at the Langley Events Centre on Saturday night as 4,876 fans took in the B.C. 4A provincial basketball final. Abbotsford’s Yale Lions defeated Port Coquitlam’s Terry Fox Ravens 69-63. “Hosting the girls the week before really allowed both genders to have the spotlight, make it special for all competitors,” Harman said. “All the different tiers were able to come together and
support the sport.” There were three local teams competing this past weekend, with the Credo Christian Kodiaks delivering a best-ever finish for the school at the 1A tournament. The Kodiaks just missed
the podium placing fourth. The Langley Christian Kodiaks placed eighth in the 2A tournament while the Walnut Grove Gators were ninth in the 4A division. Continued Page 24
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Gators rally for ninth WALNUT GROVE SHAKES OFF OPENING ROUND LOSS GARY AHUJA Tim es Sports
After an opening round loss, the Walnut Grove Gators offence got into a groove, scoring 90-plus points in three straight victories. The Gators, seeded 11th for the 16-team B.C. 4A provincial senior boys high school basketball championships, placed ninth overall. The tournament was held March 11 to 14 at the Langley Events Centre. Walnut Grove lost their opening round game, 83-76 to the No. 6 Burnaby South Rebels. But after that, it was all victories to get the highest possible ranking they could among teams that lost in the round of 16. Walnut Grove beat the Prince George Polars 9754, downed the Cowichan Thunderbirds 91-79 and closed things out with a 90-68 win over the Heritage Woods Kodiaks. That game was a rematch of the fifth/sixth place game at the Fraser Valley championships last month, which was also won by Walnut Grove. Tyler Anderson had a strong final showing over the four games, earning provincial second team all-star honours for the Gators.
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Walnut Grove Gators’ Tyler Anderson was named a second team all-star at the B.C. 4A senior boys basketball championships at the Langley Events Centre. The Gators finished ninth.
Lightning crack top eight LANGLEY CHRISTIAN GOES 1-3 AT HOOPS TOURNEY
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Walnut Grove Gators’ Bryce Derton drives to the hoop during his team’s 83-76 loss to the Burnaby South Rebels on the first day of the B.C. 4A senior boys basketball championships at the Langley Events Centre. The Gators finished ninth while the Rebels came fifth in the province.
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The tournaments ran relatively smoothly. In the earlier tournaments, the “Whenever you are running an Brookswood event of any Bobcats won the kind, there are 3A senior girls always little title while Walelements, but nut Grove won nothing crazy,” bronze in junior Harman said. boys action. And “You learn the ’Cats junior new things girls placed 15th. when you put Brookswood’s all the different win in the 3A fievents togethnal drew more JARED HARMAN er.” than 2,000 fans Eberhardt said to the game, there were a few which is believed minor glitchto be the largest es — things which were out of their crowd to ever watch a high school control — and they will now poll the girls’ basketball game in the provcoaches and officials to see what can ince. be improved on moving forward.
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Langley Christian Lightning’s Brennan Gardner and his teammates finished eighth at the B.C. 2A senior boys provincial basketball championships at the Langley Events Centre.
After pulling off an opening round upset, the Langley Christian Lightning were grounded the rest of the tournament. The Lightning went 1-3 to finish in eighth spot at the B.C. 2A senior boys provincial basketball championships at the Langley Events Centre. Langley Christian, seeded 14th for the 16-team tournament, shocked the No. 3 Golden Eagles 90-73 in the opening round. But the Lightning lost 81-66 to the Delview Raiders in the quarter-finals and then lost 90-65 to the Clarence Fulton Maroons and the Valleyview Vikings to finish the tournament in eighth place.
Juvenile Eagles ready to soar at provincial championships GARY AH U J A Ti m e s Spo r t s
With a second kick at the can, the Langley Eagles are ready for flight. The juvenile A hockey club will once again compete for the top prize after qualifying for the upcoming provincial championships. The tournament begins March 19 in Chil-
liwack and runs through March 22. “We got to provincials last year, but we kind of ran out of steam,” admitted coach Larry Spady. The team went 2-3 last year and with a large chunk of returning players, the Eagles knew they would have a good shot at going again. “Absolutely this was the goal,” Spady said.
“I knew we would have a good team.” Langley was 13-4-1 to finish second in the league and then won the Pacific Coast Amateur Hockey Association Gold Group playoff banner. Overall, the Eagles sport a record of 26-5-3 and were a high-scoring team throughout the season. And the team plays an attacking style, not
afraid to trade chances with their opponent. “We are run and gun, pedal to the medal,” Spady said. “Everyone is going pretty hard. “We are not afraid to take chances.” The team is made up of 18, 19 and 20-yearolds, and Spady has coached some of these kids since they began playing minor hockey for Langley.
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Darrell, 75 years old, of Langley BC, passed away peacefully on Sunday, at Maple Hill Hospice with his family and friends at his side. Darrell lived life to the fullest, enjoying the simple things in life, sunshine, hockey, trucks & ducks. His sarcastic sense of humor & zest for all things fun will stay in our memories forever. Darrell was a successful & proud local business owner in Langley for many years. He followed in his father’s footsteps, (William Ross Hume) taking over the Hume Moving & Storage Company, then later founding Hume Trailer Sales & Rentals. Darrell loved the trucking business and all of the personal friendships and connections he’s made over the years. Darrell is survived by his five children and their families: Lee Hume, Kevin Hume, Kelly Neuburger, Erin Naidoo and Zeke Hume; son-in-law Dean Neuburger (Deano); grandchildren Brian & Melissa Hume, Austin Neuburger (Spanky), Ashley Neuburger, Jasmyn & Savannah Faulkner, Cruz and Cash Naidoo; sister Judith Dingle; brother-in-law and best friend Lenny Cairns; nephews Cory and Randy Dingle; niece Jody Dingle; his extended family Mona and Alan; Karin and Rick; Mike and Christine and their families. Special gratitude to the staff at LMH, RCH, Maple Hill, Austin, Dean, Doc, Cory and Lenny. At Darrell’s request, no formal funeral service but a Celebration of Life at the family home will be held for family and friends, on Saturday March 21st from 1-4 p.m.
Rob passed away after a short, tough battle with ALS surrounded by his loving family. His mother Willa, and his father Robert predeceased Rob. He is survived by the love of his life and wife of 42 years, Marie, beloved children, Jeff, Mike (Amanda), cherished grandchildren, Adrieana, Brayden and Lukas, brother Jim (Dorothy) and family. He will be remembered for his kindness, love and leadership for his family, work, and family. Rob graduated from SFU and joined the business world. He spent many years in the Automobile industry growing professionally. The highlight of his career was the wonderful years with Envirotest Canada and the team he worked with. Travel was a passion for him with his wife Marie. Many thanks to all the dedicated staff at Maple house and at the Royal Columbia Hospital’s ICU for their care and passion with Rob. In lieu of flowers donations to ALS, to help cure this terrible disease would be appreciated. The Celebration of Rob’s Life will be on Saturday, March 21, 2015 at 2PM followed by a reception at Victory Memorial Park Funeral Centre 14831 28th Avenue, Surrey BC. Condolences may be offered at www.victoryfuneralcentre.ca
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ARNELL George Charles April 25, 1938 ~ March 8, 2015
George leaves behind his wife Marna, daughters Julie and Jennifer (Maury), grandchildren Taylor and Mitchell, niece Kelly, sister-in-law Inga, nieces Jackie (Kyle) and Joanne, mother-inlaw Marie and “the dog” Mollie. After attending UBC and SFU (MA, Ed), he taught for 35 years before retiring in 1996, moving to his “estate” in Mission. There he tended chickens and ducks, felled trees, built bridges & walkways and mowed his acreage with a cunning eye-no weed shall escape.
Donna passed away peacefully into the awaiting arms of Jesus her Lord and Saviour March 4th 2015, after a brief hospital stay and only a week in Hospice at Langley Memorial Hospital. She is predeceased by husband Robert Peter Hoeppner, and survived by her sisters Iris Olson; Gloria (Willis) Mattie: Children; Debbie (Bob) Faust, Judy (Lloyd) Lewin, Lois Heron, Becky (Grant) Munkedal, and Naomi Knowles: Grandma to Christopher Faust, Katrina (Steve) Haller; Micah (Krista) Lewin, Elisabeth & Timothy Lewin; Nikita (David) Reimer, Mikayla, Breanna & Joshua Heron; Maren, Caleb & Erik Munkedal; Kylee & Daniel Hoeppner: great grandchildren; Ava, Evan & Ethan Haller; Christopher & William Lewin; Liam & Lucas Reimer; and many nieces and nephews. We would like to thank the Dr’s and staff at LMH and Hospice. A memorial service will be held at 2 pm on March 21st 2015 at Langley Evangelical Free Church. Donations are gratefully accepted to The Gideons in Donna’s Honour.
George’s first passion was his family, being the best provider he could, a loyal friend and a believer in treating every living thing with respect. Many a meal or activity was halted as he carefully removed moths or wasps outside, or picked worms up from the garage floor. A pianist all his life, music and travel played a big part of his retired life, as did informing his family of what he considered important for them to know. Literary picks and newspaper articles were carefully chosen to be given, discussed and dissected - and then hopefully followed as George prescribed to the “Father Knows Best” era. Our home was filled with laughter and love because of his presence and we will miss George with all our hearts. In lieu of flowers, please consider a gift to a charity or cause of your choice. A memorial service will be held Monday, March 23rd at 1 pm, with a reception to follow, at Woodlawn Mission Funeral Home, 7386 Horne Street, Mission.
ROHN,Warren Warren passed away in Langley, B.C. On Feb. 23rd, 2015, at the age of 93. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Predeceased by his beloved wife Evelyn, he is survived by his family, niece Elsie (Richard) Switzer, niece Barb (Joe) Pfiefenroth, niece Debbie Flank, nephew Ed (Anetta) Rohn, nephew Bob (Sandy) Rohn, nephew Bruce Rohn, nephew Murray (Barbara) Young, nephew Ken (Judy) Young, brother-in-law Jack Young. A memorial service will be held in his honour on Friday, April 10th, at 11:00am at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 20097 – 72nd Ave. Langley, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
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Patrick lived everyday to its fullest - tackling all that life presented him with great passion, positive energy & fearlessness. Always there to lend a hand to anyone who needed help, he was a very hard worker: volunteering extensively with Brittania shipyard, Fraser River cleanup, and the Native Plant Society of BC among many others. He had a great enthusiasm for music including classic rock, blues & jazz, and alternative. He loved the outdoors, particularly hiking & gardening. Patrick and Valerie spent many hours working side by side.
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Patrick will most be remembered for his commitment to his family. Family was foremost, whether it was moving a sibling or cementing his place as “the favourite child”. Patrick leaves us with a lifetime of happy memories. Let it be said that Patrick was “all in”. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Fraser Valley Humane Society. No service on request. There will be an open house on Saturday March 21 from 2-6pm at 227 Mariwood Drive, Campbell River.
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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 1-855-768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!
Are you a person that exceeds customer expectations? We are seeking a Commercial Transport Mechanic who has achieved their Journeyman designation, or 4th year and are registered in school. Our Employees Enjoy: • Casual atmosphere. • Professional development opportunities. • Steady employment in a team environment and the opportunity to work for a company that continues to grow showcasing their positive attitude and receiving the reconditions you deserve. QualiďŹ cations: Licenced, air ticket and cvip certified, hvac certified. Valid drivers licence (class 1 or 3 would be an asset) with clean abstact. Availability to work evening shift for further information contact: Mike Chamberlin, Mountain Pacific Mechanical Inc. 44580 Yale Rd W, Chilliwack mobile: 604-750-0658 Office: 604-402-1111 mountainpacificmechanical@ hotmail.ca
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CLASS 1 DRIVERS
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Needed for the lower mainland area. Full and part time positions available. Wage increase varies with experience. Clean Drivers abstract required.
Auto Mechanic Partner Ok Tire and Automotive, Terrace BC is seeking a licensed auto mechanic partner for an OK tire franchise. E-mail: momack@citywest.ca
Please email; rob@westernturffarms.com bcclassified.com 604-575-5555
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AutoCAD Operators The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!
Credit and Collections Manager Black Press is home to some of the oldest, most trusted community newspapers in North America. Market by market these are the leading newspapers in their communities. As the largest independently owned newspaper company in Canada, with more than 150 titles in print and online, Black Press has operations in British Columbia, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii, California and Ohio. The company has 3,500 employees, and newsrooms with history dating back to the 1800s. Located in Abbotsford, our BC Finance Division is looking for a Credit and Collections Manager for its BC and Alberta Divisions. The ideal candidate will have experience in a business-to-business credit and collections environment. Must have an intermediate to advanced proficiency level with Microsoft Excel, and demonstrate successful leadership with the ability to communicate effectively in all forms. The Credit and Collections Manager will engage, manage and work to directly improve the activities of the credit department. Additionally, he/she will manage the administration of all credit activities including the credit approval process, collection of accounts receivables and the credit support function. Specifically, the Credit and Collections Manager will: • Supervise the work of 8 credit personnel • Develop/recommend/implement credit and collections policies and procedures • Make decisions regarding bad debt write-offs • Recommend and oversee both third party action and bankruptcy claims • Facilitate the balance between sales growth and credit risk Preference will be given to those with five plus years of managerial experience and who have completed or are currently enrolled in the Certified Credit Professional (CCP) Program. Your application should include a resume plus references and a cover letter outlining any relevant experience. Please apply today with a cover letter to: e-mail: sschotts@blackpress.ca Competition closes: March 31, 2015 We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
A family owned enterprise with over 55 years history, seeks a highly motivated person to be part of our successful office team located in Chilliwack, BC. The primary focus of this position is to prepare clear, complete, and accurate product and detail drawings from rough or detailed sketches to meet the requirements allowing them to be used as production, catalogue, submittal and / or customer approval drawings. This will require effective communication with sales, distribution, engineering, and production staff. Minimum Requirements: •High school graduation •1 year experience or equivalent education and experience •Certificate of completion for Basic AutoCAD, AutoCAD 2, AutoCAD Civil 3 D, Architectural drawing or similar computer aided drawing program. •Microsoft excel and word, excellent math skills, communication skills & mechanical aptitude Our Company Offers: • Attractive Salary + BeneďŹ ts • Extended Health BeneďŹ ts & Wage • Future Personal Growth & Development • On The Job Training • Fun Supportive Atmosphere With Extracurricular Activities
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
Food Service Supervisor (NOC: 6212)
Interwest Restaurants Operating as Wendys Restaurants Food Service Surpervisor S Permanent, F/T, P/T, Shiftwork, Weekends, Day, Night & Eves S 6 positions available S $12.00/hr + benefits available (medical & dental) S Anticipated Start date (ASAP) S 1 to 2 years industry experience S Minimum Education: some high school required This position involes the supervision of crew activities on shift to ensure high standards around people, product, cleanliness and exceptional customer service are fulfilied. JOB DESCRIPTION AVALABLE AT THE RESTAURANT How to Apply: In person, mail, or email
* 17911 56TH Avenue Surrey B.C. V3S 1E2 wendyscareers@inwest.com
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Must be physically fit, be able to lift up to 35 lbs, and work in all weather conditions. Tractor exp an asset. Full and P/T positions available. Wage increase varies with experience.
Casual Physio Aide req immed in a busy physio clinic. Must be avail Mon-Fri various shifts. Email resume: langleyphysio@shawbiz.ca or fax to 604-530-3646
Please email; rob@westernturffarms.com
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HELP WANTED
Our Langley office is currently seeking qualified individuals for the F/T position of Receptionist / Administrative Assistant.
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Are you retired or laid off from long term employment? Looking for full-time or parttime work to keep you busy? If you have excellent computer skills, previous experience in a sales/service environment and are looking for variety – we have the job for you! Moderate physical work is also involved in this position. Please apply with Resume: hr@sfyl.com
Duties include but are not limited to; Answering phones, typing and editing of MS Word & Excel documents, maintaining office supplies and cleanliness and handling of incoming & outgoing mail. Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, have excellent communication skills and be able to multi-task. Previous construction industry exp. would be an asset. Salary based on qualifications.
.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
Please send resumes to: ainsley.vankleeck@rpeng.ca No phone calls please.
Data Administrator Surrey, BC A division of Black Press Community News Media, LocalWorkBC.ca develops custom recruitment strategies and advertising campaigns for clients across the province in both online and print. We have an immediate opening for a Data Administrator to join our team at head office in Surrey, BC. The Data Administrator is responsible for but not limited to: t 1PTUJOH EJHJUBM BET UP MPDBMXPSLCD DB t "TTJTUJOH UIF 4BMFT UFBN XJUI EBUB FOUSZ t $VTUPNFS TFSWJDF TVQQPSU Must have good computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Mac platforms. HTML knowledge is preferred but not required. The applicant will have a strong work ethic and attention to detail, and a positive attitude. Interested applicants please email your resume, references and cover letter by Monday, March 23rd to Kristy O’Connor, Manager of Black Press Digital: koconnor@bpdigital.ca
SunSelect Produce Limited Partnership operation is looking for steady, hardworking, energetic individuals that are able to do plant care, harvesting, sorting grading & packaging and general cleanup and workday preparations. The positions advertised are full time permanent positions for all seasons. Job Location: 349 - 264th St Aldergrove BC V4W 2K1 Wage $10.49/hr plus AD&D benefits. Positions available immediately. English language not required. To apply submit resume: sunselectproducejobs @gmail.com or by fax to 604-607-7656
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OUR COMPANY OFFERS: 1.) Attractive Wages & Excellent Employee BeneďŹ ts. 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
Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic (Surrey Terminal) Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. requires two (2) full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanics to work out of our Surrey Terminal located at 10155 Grace Road. One (1) position is an afternoon shift starting at 3:30PM and working until midnight and the other position (1) has an 11:30PM start working until 8:00AM. 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.
Required full-time, seasonal for our Langley location. Duties include packing carts with fresh floral baskets and general cleanup. Position to start as soon as possible. $12.49/hour. Some heavy lifting. No exp. necessary.
Please fax resume 604.591.6963
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 Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com
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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 Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.
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Food Service Manager (NOC: 0631)
Interwest Restaurants Operating as Wendys Restaurants Food Service Manager S Permanent, F/T, P/T, Shiftwork, Weekends, Day, Night & Eves S 4 positions available S $17.76/hr + benefits avail. (medical & dental) S Anticipated Start date (ASAP) S 1 to 2 years industry experience S Minimum Education: Completion of secondary school This position manages store operations including employees, facilities and equipment in order to ensure that standards around people, product, cleanliness and exceptional customer serice are fulfiled. JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE AT THE RESTAURANT How to Apply: In person, mail, or email: * 26361 Fraser Hwy Aldergrove B.C. V4W 2Z7 * 17911 56TH Avenue Surrey B.C. V3S 1E2
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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.
Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944
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The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!
Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca
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INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC (MILLWRIGHT)
* 26361 Fraser Hwy Aldergrove B.C. V4W 2Z7
Please send updated resume and cover letter indicating salary expectations to hr@ langleyconcretegroup.com
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Commercial Transport Mechanic
See bcclassified.com’s Automotive Section in 800’s
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HELP WANTED
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
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ELECT SERVICES Tree Pruning, Topping & Removal Hedge Trimming ~ Disposal
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DESIGN
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821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
2005 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, 5-spd new transmission, clutch, ball joints. $2000 repairs done. $2500. Call: 604-445-1596 or 604-347-0061
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Langley - SxS Duplex, 4 suites 8500s/f lot, full renod, new siding/ windows, rent $3400. $599K or $305K each side. 604-807-6565
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TOWN & COUNTRY APARTMENTS
HOMES WANTED
5555 208th Street, Langley Studio - 1 & 2 bdrms. Indoor swimming pool and rec facility. Includes heat & 1 parking stall. No pets
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ALL BEST LANDSCAPING All Lawn Care ~ Free Est.
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www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
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.
DEAD LEVEL CONSTRUCTION LTD. Complete Home Renovations WE DO IT ALL! Call Bob 604-8301322 www.deadlevel.ca BBB Accredited Member
POLAR BEAR PAINTING & Pressure Washing. $299~3 rooms (walls only 2 coats.) 604-866-6706
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PLUMBING
BRO MARV PLUMBING Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
SUNDECKS
SAMCON BUILDING. Complete reno’s & additions. Over 25 yrs exp. Call Derek (604)720-5955 www.samconbuilding.com
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005
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PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
New Construction & Renovations Patios ✦ Sundecks ✦ Fencing Bathrooms Concrete Sidewalks Basement Suites Remodels FREE ESTIMATES GORD REID 778-241-4668 A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call Ian 604-724-6373
Hydro Tech Power Washing Hot & Cold: WCB, Liability Insured hydro-tech.ca ~ 778-928-6768 SPRING SUPER SPECIAL SALE Gutter windows skylights siding for $360. (under 2500sf) We use soap WCB Insured.............604-861-6060 POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
Dave’s Pressure Washing and Gutter Cleaning
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Repairs & Reno’s, Sundecks & Additions, New Homes
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CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! CALL 604-575-5555
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MOVING & STORAGE
We specialize in: F Shingle Roofing F Flat Roofing F Re-Roofing & Roof Repairs
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
Residential / Strata
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AFFORDABLE MOVING
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$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
Special Spring Prices Sawdust Available Augustine Soil & Mulch Ltd. Pitt Meadows, BC
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2007 CHEVY EXPRESS 3/4 ton cargo van. New brakes, tires & starter. $11,500 obo. 604-308-6456
New SRI 14x70. 2 Bedroom on 55+ pad in Abby. $82,888. Chuck 604-830-1960
WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT Whereas;
in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at:
Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $675. 1-604-794-5844 PITTBULL pups purebred, born Feb 24th. Avail for viewing. Great bloodlines. $1000-$1500. 604-765-0453
Vacant Pad 55+. $575/mo. 1 Small pet, for new SRI single or double fr $82,888. 604-830-1960
Shih tzu, male, 4 mos, one left, $500. Call (604)316-9495 or 604795-5626
RENTALS
TOY POODLE PUPS 6 weeks old. Chocolate brown. $800 each. Call 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE AUCTIONS
SEIZED VEHICLE Auction, City New West, Sat. Mar. 28th @ 10:30 am www.allcityauctioneers.com
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MISC. FOR SALE
SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS...”SPRING SALES WITH HOT SAVINGS!” All steel building models and sizes are now on sale. Get your building deal while it’s hot. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca
566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS YAMAHA UPRIGHT PIANO U1 walnut case, 30 yrs old, 2nd owner, Played recreationally. Well maintained. Beautiful instrument. $1950. obo. 778-808-8938
REAL ESTATE
RUBBISH REMOVAL
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APARTMENT/CONDO
Affordable Housing for Seniors 55 +, 1 bedroom suites. No pets, No Smoking
S. Surrey Call Mon-Fri btwn 9am-noon.
FOR SALE BY OWNER
329 PAINTING & DECORATING Computer Problems? Call Blue Sky Tech 604.512.7082 John Jespersen
Ask about our ABBOTSFORD. 3 bdrm. 2.5 baths, 2 car garage, 2300 sq. ft. (1,592 sq. ft. upstairs). New roof, 3 f/p, large sundeck. McMillan area, close to schools & rec ctr. $430,000 by appt. only. No agents. Call 604-850-3033
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JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
LANGLEY, 196B/70A. 2 Bdrm ste in brand new house. Incl inste lndry, cble/utils/net. $1000. 604-306-1595 LANGLEY Murrayville. Clean 1 bdrm, livingroom, kitchen, 3 pce bathrm, storage space. Inc large backyard, prkg, hydro, gas & appl. Cls to everything. n/s, n/p Avail. now. $750/m. Call 604-888-3395.
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LANGLEY City 3Bd, 1200 s/f, bright clean, lrg patio, gas f/p, shrd lndry & util. June 1. $1350/m 604-725-5921
A lien is claimed under the Act. There is presently an amount due and owing of $7,780.23 plus any additional costs of storage, seizure and sale. Notice is hereby given that on the 13th day of April, 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 trailer was placed in storage on November 4, 2014.
For more information call Elite Bailiff Services at 604-539-9900 WWW.REPOBC.COM
CYPRESS PLACE; High security, quiet senior, 50+ bldg. Close to all amens, ie: Seniors centre, Dr’s, lab, stores & bowling green. 2 Bdrm incl heat, htwtr & prkg. NP/NS. Contact Resident Mgr, Ann 604-530-2840. LANGLEY 202/53A, 3 BDRM APT $1070/mo, 4 Bdrm $1145/mo. Quiet complex, no pets. 604-539-0217 LANGLEY CITY 1-bdrm apt. Clean, bright, crime free. Incl. heat. Refs. req’d. $720. 604-530-6384.
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
Rainbow & Majorca Betsy - 604-312-1437
LANGLEY
The Village at Thunderbird Centre
CALL TODAY! 604-803-5041
SUITES, LOWER
CALL FOR AVAILABILITY
604-537-4140
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.Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244.
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604-538-8308
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ROOM SPECIAL
James Booth is indebted to Elite Bailiff Services Ltd. for storage and towing on a 1966 Chevrolet Malibu with VIN #: 613617004420
fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977
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2003 CHEVY AVALANCHE. Great condition, runs well, very clean inside & out. Champagne colour $6,950. Call 604-768-4826
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
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TRUCKS & VANS
HOMES FOR RENT
New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $99,988. *New SRI 14’ wide $74,900. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.
604-465-5193
SOFT WASH SPECIALIST Roofs-Siding-Concrt-Paint Prep WCB Insured ~ FREE ESTIMATES ~ “Serving the Langley’s 29 yrs” Water restrictions do not apply Cell 604-889-4925
CONTRACT OR HOURLY FREE ESTIMATES 26 YEARS IN BUSINESS
Per Molsen 604-575-1240
CEDAR HOGFUEL
Running this ad for 10yrs
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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.
.Hayden Painting 778-229-0236 Family Owned & Operated Ryan 778.229.0236
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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
• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
Phone 604-530-1912
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
.super soil
European Quality Workmanship
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TREE BROTHERS SPECIALIST
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FENCING
GARDEN TOPSOIL $20 per yard. Mushroom manure $10/yard. Delivery available with 5 yard dump trailer. 604-768-7571, 604-856-4255.
TRANSPORTATION
Clean Bach, 1 & 2 Bdrm suites Heat, Hotwater, Parking Included
PETS
ELECTRICAL
GARDENING
604-530-0030 www.cycloneholdings.ca
WE BUY HOMES BC
DEAD LEVEL CONSTRUCTION. Complete Fencing. Bob 604-8301322 www.deadlevel.ca BBB Accredited Member
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Langley City, family friendly, walk to senior & rec ctr, schls, shops, Spacious bachelor, 1 & 3 bdrm Incl heat & hotwater & prkg.
TREE SERVICES
Jerry, 604-500-2163
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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DRYWALL
DEAD LEVEL CONSTRUCTION LTD. Complete Drywall Work. Bob 604-830-1322 www.deadlevel.ca BBB Accredited Member
WANTED TO RENT
Park Terrace Apts
SUSSEX PLACE APTS
Rooms from $99.00 incls. paint
778-231-9675, 778-231-9147
FREE ESTIMATES
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WANTED to rent, in Langley area; house for local, professional couple, N/S. Short or long term okay. Exc refs. Call: (604)323-3035
CALL FOR NEW SPECIALS Painters SINCE 1977
GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured
APARTMENT/CONDO
Linwood Place Apts: 604-530-6555 1 & 2 bdrm apts, $650-$900/mo. Ask about our Move-In BONUS.
The Scrapper
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UNIQUE CONCRETE
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ALDERGROVE 5487sf lot, 3215- 266 A St. Bright sunny 3 Bdrm bsmt entry home. $399,000 778-878-1586
WCB, Insured, Free Est’s! Call Henry 778-288-4560
Bill, 604-306-5540 or 604-589-5909
CONCRETE & PLACING
FOR SALE BY OWNER
RENTALS
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DEAD LEVEL CONSTRUCTION LTD. Deck Construction. Vinyl decking - 10 yr warranty. Call BOB 604-830-1322 www.deadlevel.ca BBB Accredited Member.
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
SUNDECKS
RENTALS
. Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 .Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
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REAL ESTATE
INTERVAN PAINTING
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
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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 thunderbirdvillage@bentallkennedy.com
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GREAT OFFERS ON 2015 MODELS! ON NOW! HURRY IN.
2015 COROLLA
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Lease and finance offers apply to new 2015 models sold before March 31st 2015. Credit available to qualified buyers. Factory order may be required. Corolla lease is a 60 month lease of a model BURCEM AA with $0 down payment and $0 security deposit. 120 semi-monthly payments of $92 are required. Total lease obligation is $11040. Lease end value is $7197. Lease rate is 0.99%. Camry lease is a 60 month lease of a model BF1FLT AA with $0 down payment and $0 security deposit. 120 semi-monthly payments of $149 are required. Total lease obligation is $17880. Lease end value is $10845. Lease rate is 3.49%. Rav4 lease is a 60 month lease of a model ZFREVT AM with $0 down payment and $0 security deposit. 120 semi-monthly payments of $139 are required. Total lease obligation is $16880. Lease end value is $11207. Lease rate is 1.99%. Tacoma lease is a 60 month lease of a model UU4ENM CA with $0 down payment and $0 security deposit. 120 semi-monthly payments of $199 are required. Total lease obligation is $23880. Lease end value is $15056. Lease rate is 3.49%. Sienna lease is a 60 month lease of a model ZK3DCT AL with $0 down payment and $0 security deposit. 120 semi-monthly payments of $199 are required. Total lease obligation is $23880. Lease end value is $12416. Lease rate is 3.49%. All leases have mileage allowances of 20000 km per year. Factory Finance cost of borrowing is dependent on amount financed. License, insurance and taxes are not included.
Langley
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ToyotaTown
604-530-3156 Visit toyota.ca for details
20622 Langley Bypass
DL#9497
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