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Teachers huddled under cover outside Aldergrove Secondary School on Monday as the ongoing B.C. Teachers Federation dispute with the province turned into strike action.

Schools closed as teachers pound pavement By MONIQUE TAMMINGA Aldergrove Star

It was a bitterly cold and wet start for teachers who began striking outside local schools first thing Monday morning. Langley’s 1,500 teachers walked off the job and planned to continue demonstrating until Wednesday, after talks failed between B.C. Teachers’ Federation and the provincial government. “Our army of elves are busily putting clear plastic over the signs and we’ve made a visit to the teachers

with buckets of food,” said Langley Teachers’ Association president Gail Chaddock-Costello on Monday morning. Teachers are not picketing but demonstrating. The LTA rented three buses, able to seat 150 teachers in each, to attend the large rally planned at the legislature in Victoria on Tuesday. The BCTF and the B.C. Federation of Labour are holding the rally, which reportedly drew thousands of teachers from around B.C. “It’s going to be a long day for our

teachers, but it’s worth it,” said Chaddock-Costello. Closer to home, the LTA planned to have teachers lining 200 Street with signs Wednesday morning before a large rally “in defence of public education” is planned outside the Langley Events Centre. Teachers will not be demonstrating outside schools on Wednesday. Speakers at the rally include Irene Lanzinger, who is current vice-president of the B.C. Federation of Labour and is former a BCTF president, and

CUPE’s president Barry O’Neill. The LTA will be laying pink wreaths at MLA Rich Coleman’s office, located at the LEC. The pink is to symbolize the bullying tactics the government is taking by trying to introduce Bill 22, said Chaddock-Costello. The BC Liberal government introduced Bill 22, which would impose a cooling off period that would ban teachers from striking, and invoke hefty fines on individual teachers and the union.

House Leader Coleman, MLA for Aldergrove-Fort Langley, said there is no need to rush the bill through. Bill 22 introduces a mediator who is allowed to look at everything but salaries. The government insists that the new contract be a “net zero” one, with no added costs. Schools are essentially closed during the teachers’ strike and thousands of parents in Langley struggled to find care for their children. The Township, City and other facilities offered day camps.

‘Preying’ for better crops substitutes falcons for cannons By NATASHA JONES Black Press

Residents in rural areas have been frustrated for years about the noise of bird cannons which farmers use to protect their crops. The cannons are among several noisy and irritating devices farmers employ to scare away crows and seagulls. One of the more recent introductions is a screecher, which is used by

mink farmers to keep rats at bay. Both cannons and screechers are irritating to humans, said south Aldergrove resident Terry Sheldon. If something isn’t done “we are going to have a war (between residents).” On Monday, Sheldon presented Township council with a solution: falcons. Sheldon explained that the mere presence of falcons is enough to frighten birds that can devour blue-

berries and other crops. Sheldon, who recently returned from Cuba where the birds of prey are used to keep smaller birds away from hotels, said that cannons are proving costly not only to the peace of residents, but to businesses. The cannons can also be devastating to horses, he said. He asked council for support in bringing to Langley three falcons and

a falconer from Cuba. “I’m not doing this for money,” he told council. “I don’t need the money. We’ve got to do something about these cannons and screechers.” Sheldon told council that one falcon can control 20 acres, and falcons are being used to keep seagulls from a Vancouver landfill. “It works very well,” he said. In a later interview, Sheldon said

that the noise of screechers is “horrible” and eagles, which used to scare away birds, have been sent packing by crows which have now become the number 1 bird in the area, he added. He told council that the Cuban falconer would train people here. Councillor Bob Long’s motion that staff explore Sheldon’s suggestion will be discussed at the March 26 council meeting.

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School severance costly for Langley By MONIQUE TAMMINGA Black Press

The firing of Langley superintendent of schools Cheryle Beaumont cost taxpayers more than $300,000. In the school district’s amended 2012 budget, which was approved at last Tuesday’s Board of Education meeting, it showed that severance of $440,533 was paid out to Beaumont and the former assistant secretary-treasurer, Tally Bains. “We are trying to be as transparent and open about this as possible,” said board chair Wendy Johnson. She expects that the board will be able to make public exactly how much of the $440,000 went to Beaumont. The former superintendent made $198,503 per year, plus benefits. On top of her severance, the 2012 budget included $62,000 for Beaumont’s “departure costs.” That $62,000 is a combination of paying the legal expenses for Beaumont’s departure and hiring a head hunting company to find a new superintendent,

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said Johnson. The board hired B.C. Public School Employees Association to find a replacement. “They have been very successful in finding the right people for this job and charge less than head hunters,” said Johnson. “In the end it will cost us around $30,000 to find a new superintendent.” Trustees were expected to meet with BCPSEA on Monday to talk about what they are looking for and the search will begin next week, she said. In a press release from the board in January, it announced Beaumont’s departure, saying she was leaving “to pursue other ventures.” But veteran trustee Alison McVeigh revealed to Black Press that Beaumont was in fact fired in a 5-2 vote by the trustees. McVeigh and trustee Rod Ross have been vocal in their opposition to letting Beaumont go. JANICE REID PHOTO McVeigh has been censured by the Aldergrove Save-on Foods staff raised $730 to help the Pike family after nine-year-old Nico (inset photo) was struck by a board for releasing in-camera informa- vehicle last month while crossing 29 Avenue. Nico is recovering from serious injuries at BC Children’s Hospital and is curtion about Beaumont’s departure. rently undergoing therapy. This was just one of many fund-raisers for the Pike family in this community.

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A new DriveBC camera went live in Aldergrove on Feb. 23. The camera will provide travellers heading to the Aldergrove/Lynden border with a real-time snapshot of traffic volumes and road and weather conditions. View this webcam on DriveBC at: http://prd.images.drivebc.ca/bchighwaycam/pub/html/www/261. html This new webcam looks north and south, giving travellers the great view of traffic heading to and from the Aldergrove/Lynden border crossing. It camera will help motorists heading to the border choose which border crossing to use, saving them time. This adds to two existing webcams on Highway 13 at 0 Avenue, looking north and south, and brings the total number of DriveBC web cameras with an eye on border traffic to 13. “These DriveBC webcams are a great tool for people heading for the border. Families can find out which crossings have the heaviest traffic at the click of a button, and will be better able to plan a faster, safer route,” said Fort Langley-Aldergrove MLA Rich Coleman.

Job centre moves out of Aldergrove By JANET INGRAM-JOHNSON Aldergrove Star

The company that runs Aldergrove’s Community Resources centre has lost its contract with the B.C. government, meaning the centre will close at the end of this month and local job-seekers will likely have to look outside town for help. From April 2, the B.C. government’s new Employment Program means the local con-

tract for such services moves from Myert Corp. Inc. to Back in Motion, which doesn’t have an office in Aldergrove. Back in Motion will have an office in Langley. Myert not only has an Aldergrove operation that owner George Imbenzi says meets with 200 clients a month (and a great many more casual drop-ins), but also a youth resource office in Langley, with free bus passes provided for Aldergrove youth.

He doubts there’ll be any more free passes, meaning grocery money will go to transit if young people still want to make the trip. Five people in the Aldergrove office will also be laid off — two counsellors, a special clinical counsellor, a job developer and a front-office receptionist. But the worst thing, says Imbenzi, about Victoria’s move to cut the number of five-year employment-services contracts

around B.C. from 300 to 73 is “the big snowball down the mountain.” “It’s going to put the social services sector out of work.” Imbenzi has run Myert for 16 years and isn’t worried about his personal future. “As a business person, I can always start again,” he says. “But it’s our clients in Aldergrove I worry about.” Imbenzi claims a 96-percent-success rate of job placements between 2001 and 2011.

Green turns Tory blue for Ft. Langley-Aldergrove By NATASHA JONES Black Press

Rick Green was elected vicepresident of the Fort Langley Aldergrove B.C. Conservative Party on Feb. 22. Green was coy when con-

tacted by The Times last week, and declined to comment when asked if he would be a candidate in the next election. The MLA representing that riding is Rich Coleman. Green served as mayor of

Langley Township for one term before being trounced in last November’s civic election by Jack Froese. Green had previously served as a councillor in Delta. He was a candidate for the

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Elementary school ‘eco clubs’ busy as beavers By ALYSSA PURSE Aldergrove Star

As a member of the Bertrand Creek Enhancement Society (BCES), I had the pleasure of being invited to a presentation by local wildlife biologist Geoff Smart for the eco-club at Parkside Elementary School, the Environmental Science Investigators. The BCES has been active in the Aldergrove community since 1993. Apart from sponsoring environmental clubs at Parkside and Shortreed Elementary Schools, BCES works to raise awareness, community pride and ownership of our local water course, Bertrand Creek. The group also removes invasive plant species from along the stream bank and plants native trees and shrubs in their place. Geoff works for a local consulting firm where he is considered a “beaver specialist.” Although the students of the Environmental Science Investigators (ESI), grade 3-5, were already well educated in the characteristics and habits of beavers, Geoff explained what it meant to be a beaver specialist. He engaged the students’ interest further by bringing in some of the tools of his trade, such as a live beaver trap, a Sherman trap and a Longworth trap, which are humane,

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Beavers were the topic of the recent Parkside eco club discussion. live traps for small animals. Geoff ’s job includes assessing property and ecological damage created by beavers and humanely relocating them, if necessary. He also traps and relocates other species, including potentially endangered coastal tailed frogs, western toad, pacific water shrew and a variety of interesting voles. Trapping and relocating the shrews has been especially tedious in the last year due to the daunting and ongoing construction of Highway 1 that will support the widening of the Port Mann Bridge. This construc-

tion area happens to be the shrews’ native habitat. Another key aspect of Geoff ’s job is locating birds’ nests, especially those of the black-headed grosbeak and hermit thrush. The purpose of this is to locate inhabited nests before construction is started in an area, something I am happy to know developers do before beginning construction. It is a federal offence to harm or disrupt birds’ nests due to construction. Although the students were keen to share their own knowledge of this familiar Canadian creature, the beaver, I feel we all learned something new. I, for one, learned that when beavers change their habitat to suit their own needs, like build a dam, this aids other animals in the area like wood ducks, turtles and mallards, who then also inhabit this beaver-made pond. The BCES is always looking for volunteers. If you are passionate about your community and enjoy the silent creek that flows through Aldergrove, join the group. Check out the website at www. bertrandcreek.ca or call 604-5323517 to learn all about the creek and BCES activities. -Alyssa Purse is a recent member of the BCES and an advocate for the little creatures we often forget.

Credit Union shares over $1.5 million Aldergrove Star

Aldergrove Credit Union is returning money to members through its dividend and patronage rebate program again this year. For 2011, members will receive over $1.5 million. “2011 was another successful year for Aldergrove Credit Union,” says CEO Gus K. Hartl. “Our members have continued to support us and have allowed us to provide them with the best in financial

Six points over the final two regular season games helped Thomas Hardy win the Pacific International Junior Hockey League scoring title. Hardy, a forward for the junior B Aldergrove Kodiaks, had three goals and six points last week to finish the season with 73 points, which was tied for top spot with Spencer Traher of the Delta Ice Hawks. Traher needed 41 games for his 73 points while Hardy racked up his

points in 39 games. Hardy was also tops among all players in goals with 33. Hardy continues to lead the scoring for the Kodiaks in the playoffs series currently underway, including a hat trick for three goals and an assist in the Kodiaks 8-2 win over Ridge Meadows Flames on Monday night. Be sure to see Hardy and team mates and cheer them on to win the next round against the Abbotsford Pilots.

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“True to our credit union cooperative principles, we share our success with our members and our communities – something we are very proud of,” says Hartl. “This is especially true this year as we celebrate the International Year of Cooperatives.” Aldergrove Financial Group is a credit union offering banking, commercial, insurance and investment solutions since 1954. For information, visit www.aldergrovecu.ca

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A helping hand for organ donors and recipients By NATASHA JONES Black Press

Charlie Fox is a politician, elected by the people of Langley Township to guide the direction of the municipality and administer tax dollars fairly. As a politician, he wields enormous power. Todd Hauptman is a political activist who keeps people like Fox on their toes. But politics is not the only thing they have in common, and it would be a mistake to believe that they are political adversaries. What links them on a supremely personal level is this: Both are alive because of the unselfish act of another. Fox and Hauptman underwent kidney transplants within 15 months of each other. Fox received his from his wife, Diane, and Hauptman from Tanya Tait, the executive assistant to MP Mark Warawa. In January, 2009, Fox received a kidney from his wife, Diane, a counsellor at R.E. Mountain Secondary. On March 31, 2010, one of Tait’s kidneys was removed and placed next to Hauptman’s non-functioning kidneys. As the questions about the unknown swirled in their heads, the four did not have the benefit of a support group. Knowing what they know now, they want to offer their support through the establishment of a Fraser

Valley support network for people facing transplants, potential donors, and their families. On Monday, Feb. 20, Tait, Hauptman and the Foxes hosted a gathering in the Yorkson Room on the fourth floor of Township Hall, 20338 65 Ave. There, people shared stories and spoke of their needs, and found out what resources are available. While building awareness of organ donations was part of the event, the thrust is to establish an ongoing support network. In an interview, Hauptman recalled how much it meant to him, his mother and stepfather to meet with Charlie and Diane Fox before his March 31, 2010 operation. Hauptman’s parents had questions about what they should anticipate with their son’s operation and recovery. “We hadn’t done this before, so we didn’t know what was normal,” Hauptman said. “This is really about support and encouragement,” he said. Hauptman was four when his parents learned he had Alport’s syndrome, a rare disease which affects one in 50,000 people. An inherited condition, Alport’s typically appears during childhood and is more prevalent and serious among boys. It can lead to end-stage renal dis-

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Charlie and Diane Fox, Tanya Tait and Todd Haputman have struck up a support group for organ transplant recipients, donors and their families. ease and deafness. “They were falling at a fairly conHauptman was on dialysis for sistent rate,” Fox recalled. nine hours every day for almost three In the weeks leading up to the years. transplant, he was filled with mixed Tait’s kidney gave him a second emotions. The prevailing thought, chance at life. however, was this: “How will this Charlie Fox got his from his wife. positively affect our life together and Fox inherited the kidney disease allow us to do some of the things we that killed his mother at the age of 66. wanted to do in retirement.” As he approached his transplant sur“My mother never had that opporgery in January, 2009, his organs were tunity.” functioning at 10 per cent of capacity. He said that his wife and Tait “are

amazing,” adding that “you’d never know they are any different” living with only one kidney. That his wife was a perfect match for the transplant eliminated the need for dialysis for Charlie. “For me, that was the best case scenario,” Diane said. “I thought that I was in totally capable hands from the start, and I felt that this was the right thing to do. I never thought otherwise.” It is said that a transplant operation is harder on the donor than the recipient, but Diane more or less sailed through a three-month recovery, “The real bonus,” she said, “is that we spend quality time together in our retirement.” Her experience proved invaluable to Tait. Diane’s willingness to be frank about her experience was extremely beneficial, Tait said. It is only through her network of friends that she found out about the Foxes’ situation and, Tait added, the new group would ensure that potential organ donors and recipients receive the support and information they need. “This is their chance to connect, one on one, and that really helps.” For information, call Charlie Fox at 604-533-3352, or email charlie@ thebcfoxes.ca

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VICTORIA – Perhaps the single most ridiculous stunt in the lead-up to this week’s teachers’ strike was pulled at an elementary school here in the capital. A teacher gave her Grade 1 class an assignment for antibullying day: take crayons in hand and write to Education Minister George Abbott, demanding he stop bullying their teacher and address class size and composition. This North Korea-style political indoctrination of six-year-olds was a mistake, according to the local teachers’ union boss, who vaguely indicated that the unnamed teacher would apologize to parents. Is this self-serving abuse of teacher authority an isolated incident? My experience as a parent and journalist suggests it is not, and recent events support that. By Friday, students across B.C. were skipping class in solidarity with their teachers, led by budding campus radicals suddenly conversant with B.C. Teachers’ Federation talking points about “Bill 22.” This left-wing group-think pervades the education system from public schools through taxpayer-supported colleges and universities. After a couple of generations of this indoctrination, almost everyone “knows” that government under-funding is at the heart of every school problem, standardized testing is an assault on the fragile selfesteem of students, and reducing class size is the top prior-

ity for improving educational outcomes. All of this is glaringly false union propaganda, reinforced in classroom “current affairs” discussions. Don’t believe me? Google “Study: Class size doesn’t matter” for the latest on a growing stack of scientific evidence that shows you and your children are being force-fed lies. B.C. Teachers’ Federation president Susan Lambert announced the strike on live TV with a remarkable string of rhetoric about the “Orwellian” legislation that will soon put an end to this teacher tantrum. The government needs to negotiate “clearly, rationally and respectfully,” said the boss of union representatives who have spent the last year insulting the taxpayers’ negotiators by telling them to “go back to your masters” and get a couple of billion more. Clearly? It was the BCTF that announced its work-torule plan for the fall and then took the summer off. It was the BCTF that didn’t even present its outrageous 16-percent wage demand until January, a full 10 months after formal negotiations began, and accompanied it with a false costing. Orwellian? At a sparsely attended rally on the legislature lawn, local teachers’ unions marched out their most strident tame trustee to demand the government “come to the table” with billions. One teacher in the crowd held up a large sign

adorned with three mug shots: Premier Christy Clark, ex-premier Gordon Campbell and Benito Mussolini, to illustrate a multiple-choice question about “fascism.” This teacher should be assigned to write an essay about the Italian dictator’s formative years, and his schooling in particular. In Vancouver, a protesting teacher got big media play, holding up a sign proclaiming that “it’s not about a wage increase, it’s about classroom conditions.” This too is a lie. The BCTF trotted out its standard “children first” rhetoric, then tabled its breathtakingly out-of-touch benefit demands. It doesn’t take a math teacher to see what its $2 billion wage and benefit fantasy would actually do to classroom conditions. For his part, Abbott started out pretty keen about students and parents heading down to occupy their local school and replace striking teachers with volunteers for a couple of days. But he changed his tune after the support staff union started grumbling about parents colouring too close to their craft lines. One fight at a time, I guess. The next one will be over teacher performance assessment and the choke-hold of union seniority on school jobs. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

Editor: On Feb. 17, my son Wyatt and I decided to drive out to Abbotsford to watch an Abbotsford Heat hockey game. We drove out and found ourselves in our seats for the 7 p.m. start time. Thirty seconds into the first period, I received a phone call from my wife advising me that Wyatt had a blood test earlier in the day as he was suffering from a continuing thirst. The results were in, and his blood sugar level was through the roof. There was a great concern for Wyatt’s health at that time, and I was directed to attend Abbotsford Hospital emergency immediately. I looked at Wyatt, and asked him how he was feeling. He replied that he felt fine. This did not mesh with what the doctor had said, who thought that Wyatt should be noticeably unhealthy. At that point, I was under the impression that someone must have made a big mistake. Wyatt is extremely fit, working out in the gym every week, doing core training, skate treadmill and never with a complaint about hard work. On his own, he elevated the core work (stomach exercises) provided to him and has to be in the top one or two in the weekly running tests at school. We left the game and went to the Abbotsford Hospital, where it was confirmed that Wyatt did in fact have Type One diabetes and will be insulin-dependent. The first round of recognition goes to the Abbotsford emergency and pediatric staff. At a time when everyone seems to be complaining about the medical system, Wyatt and I dealt with a group of medical staff who were absolutely amazing. They were patient, sympathetic, took the time to explain all procedures and went out of their way to make us feel comfortable in an otherwise trying set of circumstances. The care was everything I could have imagined and I suggest the facility rivals none in the Lower Mainland. The second round of recognition goes to the Abbotsford Heat. While at the hospital, I was feeling badly for Wyatt, as we did not get to see the hockey game. I wrote to Ryan Walter, president of the Abbotsford Heat on their website. I asked if the Heat would provide a second set of tickets for Wyatt to attend another Heat game, once he gets released from the hospital. I promptly received a phone call from one of Ryan’s staff, O.J. Pries, who confirmed they would make arrangements to have Wyatt attend another game once he is released from hospital care and feeling up to it. Later in the day, I received an e-mail directly from Ryan, checking up on Wyatt and wanting to meet him at the game Wyatt attends, to see how he is making out. As I was responding to the e-mail from Ryan, into the hospital room walks the Heat representative O.J., wearing a Heat hockey jacket. He came to the hospital to check on Wyatt and brought Wyatt a bunch of Heat memorabilia to cheer him up. Also within the Heat bag of goodies was an autographed motivational hockey book, authored by Ryan and autographed to Wyatt, with a special message inside. I was absolutely blown away by the compassion demonstrated by Ryan, his staff and the Abbotsford Heat hockey team. What a class organization and a group of folks they are, for reaching out and supporting the communities that support them. When I tell this story to my friends and family, I have a hard time finishing without having to pause once or twice to compose myself. I had always heard through the hockey community what a kind, thoughtful family man Ryan Walter is. This story is probably just another example of the impact Ryan has had on the people that he has touched along the way. In closing, I want to express my gratitude to the Abbotsford Hospital and staff for the stellar treatment of my son. Secondly, I want to thank Ryan Walter, O.J. Pries and the Abbotsford Heat in helping my son Wyatt through a challenging set of circumstances that will impact on him for the rest of his life. Barry Hicks, Langley

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LETTERS Letters may be submitted via email to newsroom@aldergrovestar.com or fax 604-856-5212 or deliver to 27118 Fraser Highway, Aldergrove, B.C. V4W 3P6

‘Net zero’ for union rhetoric Editor: In light of the rhetoric flying about with regard to the teachers’ dispute with the provincial government I decided to do a little research. The regulations under the School Act require that students receive approximately five hours of instruction per day. (It varies from 4.75 hours for early grades, 5 hours for middle grades and 5.15 hours for high school.) There are required to be a minimum of 187 instructional days and a minimum of six non-instructional days and schools must be open a total of 194 days per year (source School Act, Sections 78, 175, Standard School Calendar). This works out to 38.8 weeks per year. As most of the working population, who pay their salaries, work eight hours per day it does not seem unreasonable to me to expect teachers to do the same. This would give them three hours per day to do lesson planning and preparation, report cards, administration duties and any extracur-

ricular activities they choose to do. This does not take into account the 13.2 weeks that schools are not in session. A new teacher fresh out of university is paid a minimum of $37,908 per annum, rising to $56,743 over time, with a very rich benefits package (source educationcanada.com). Not bad for less than 40 weeks of work. The teachers in B.C. are currently paid more than the teachers in six other provinces (Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland). It seems to me that the current demand for smaller class sizes has more to do with saving teachers’ jobs than with quality of education. The student population is shrinking and fewer students means fewer teachers needed unless the student/teacher ratio can be reduced. I think it is disgraceful for teachers to brainwash first graders into political action, and to hijack a serious problem like bullying as part

of their rhetoric. The reason that so many countries (such as Greece) are in dire financial straits is because the governments paid out more money than they were taking in, and racked up huge debts. If the rest of the public sector workers are settling for net zero in their agreements, what makes the teachers different? To me, net zero means that the total budget increase cannot exceed zero, so if increases are paid out in one area, such as salaries, the savings must come from another part of the contract, such as benefits or working conditions. One area in which I do agree with the teachers is the number of special needs students in a class with no extra help. To expect a teacher to cope with several special needs students is unreasonable, especially if those students have behavioural problems requiring more time than average to deal with them. Assistants should be provided for those students. Yvonne Holden, Langley

liquor stores were authorized by the government in 2002, the provincial health officer reported higher alcohol consumption and binge drinking among youth across B.C. When the B.C. Liquor Distribution Branch totally disappears, its profits (currently projected at over $900 million per year) will then accrue to the

private sector, alcohol will be more widely available and more aggressively marketed, and the increased social costs of alcohol abuse will fall to the public health system. Privatize the profits and socialize the costs — this is the enduring legacy of the B.C. Libs. Larry Kazdan, Vancouver

Letter writer raises a ‘dog-poo’ stink Editor: I find it ironic that Tim Gannon’s argument (March 1) for not picking up his dog’s excrement centres on his concern for the environment. As a matter of fact, NOT picking up after your dog helps the spread of intestinal parasites (unless you are diligently deworming your dog once a month with a reputable dewormer, your dog has worms), many of which are zoonotic (can be spread to people). And yes, with the amount of rain we get in the Fraser Valley, stool left by your dog will eventually get washed away, but have you ever considered where it gets washed away to? Fecal contamination in our local streams (such as Bertrand Creek) and to our local fish and other wildlife is a very real thing.

So before you decide to “help the environment” by leaving your dog’s waste all over the place, maybe do a little research (they have biodegradable bags available at most pet stores) and consider having some common courtesy for the people, pets and wildlife we share our beautiful town with. Alyssa Purse, Aldergrove ***** Editor: In T. Gannon’s letter “Readers’ scoop on the poop” he proves he’s the human that ruins free dog runs for all others. If he doesn’t like to use plastic, get the scoopers that look like claws and bring it home, put it in a container and once a week it gets collected and discarded by professionals who do this for a business. And don’t

complain about price; if you do you don’t deserve a pet. We care what our children or our pets walk in, and maybe he’s the one that’s spreading the hoof and mouth disease by not cleaning up after himself out in the open or maybe at home too. S. Douglas, Aldergrove ***** Editor: I would like to comment on the state of Aldergrove Athletic Park, with dog feces everywhere. I have a dog which I walk around the park and I carry doggie bags to collect his business. These bags are completely degradable. All pet shops carry them, so there is no reason to leave any droppings. Ian Hannaford, Aldergrove

Where are the savings? Editor: Although joining the two Langleys together sounds good, what will it mean for the taxpayer? Taxpayers are becoming disillusioned by how the government just keeps on raising taxes and fees far above what inflation is. Just look at the unethical salary

increases for council members and major received recently. Will any of the current council members or either mayor guarantee the taxpayers that our taxes will go down (or even remain the same) if the two Langleys join and we no longer have to pay for one set of councils and mayor?

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Editor: I am writing to thank the Township of Langley Fire Department for all the help, love, support, and friendship that they have given to my brother and his family. My brother is also a fire fighter for TLFD. We all know that fire fighters and the staff behind them work hard and saves people’s lives in many ways. They are heroes for many of us and little kids want to grow up to be one. But what people don’t know about these amazing people are when one of them are in need, they are there for them. My brother and his wife had a 1 lb. 4 oz. beautiful baby boy at 25 weeks. He has been a true little fighter from the first breath and every day since. As I am sure you all can imagine it has been hard on the family. The fire department has been right there from the day he was born, helping them with any and everything they can do. They have been just wonderful. They have done a lot to help my brother and his family, expecting nothing in return. I was able to thank a few of them in person and they said that ‘it was nothing, we wish we could do more’. Believe me they are doing lots. Thank you will never be enough but I hope this letter will be a little more proof that what they do is not going unnoticed by the whole family. Thank you from the bottom of all our hearts, Auntie LoLo and all of the family of our sweet little man. Laurie Timoffee, Langley

Township must freeze budget Editor: I read about the Langley Township 2012 budget with interest. I believe John Cummins has it right, with his stance that municipal budgets be cut by one per cent — or at least freeze it. Relying on a casino, as Langley City does, is a crutch. The Township needs to move forward and create a cohesive spending plan and provide balance to a community which has great variances. Councillors must sharpen their pencils. Harvey Schultz, Aldergrove

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Aldergrove ‘wish kid’ Cayleb plays for ‘Dream Team’ Aldergrove Star

An impressive team of sharp shooting wish kids, including Cayleb Poirier from Aldergrove, comprised the Make-A-Wish Dream Team in the 10th annual EA Challenge for Make-A-Wish. This is a fun one-day exclusive event for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of BC & Yukon, on Sunday, March 4. The Electronic Arts Campus played host to local sports stars, Electronic Arts staff, celebrities, media and corporate sponsors, who bravely accepted the challenge to take on the Dream Team in EA Sports

NHL and FIFA games on Xbox 360. Seven-year-old Aldergrove wish kid Cayleb Poirier was psyched to be part of the Dream Team for this year’s challenge. At just three and a half years old, Cayleb was diagnosed with leukemia. His first year of treatment was rough, not to mention the constant travelling four days a week from Aldergrove to B.C. Children’s hospital in Vancouver. Happily, the long treatment schedule has concluded and Cayleb is checked monthly now. A year ago, Cayleb’s wish to Walt Disney World was granted by Make-

A-Wish. Having never been on an airplane before, every aspect of his week-long wish was a thrill. From meeting his favourite Toy Story characters to riding Space Mountain five times, it was a week he’ll never forget. For his mom, Eleanor, seeing him be his old self again – singing, laughing and not being scared – was something she hadn’t seen much of over the past two years. Cayleb’s passion for hockey got him invited onto the Dream Team. An avid Vancouver Canucks fan, he’s been playing video games for the past three years and is currently “in train-

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against some serious competition in the form of B.C. Lions Travis Lulay, Angus Reid, Geroy Simon, Whitecaps captain Jay DeMerit and others. Wish kids, their families and participants were given exclusive access to many of the latest video games not yet released to the public, as well as unlimited play time in EA’s video game arcade, all in an exclusive MakeA-Wish open house to a studio which is normally closed to the public. There were also Rock Band and other games galore, as well as plenty of food and prizes to make sure the day was one the kids will not soon forget.

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Parcel Tax Roll Review for 2012

Building Permit Application Changes

The 2012 Parcel Tax Roll Review in respect to frontage/parcel assessment will be held:

Changes are being made to the building permit application requirements for residential construction of single family homes.

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Marina Park Boat Launch Temporary Closure The boat launch at Marina Park in Fort Langley will be closed for the University of the Fraser Valley Rowing Regatta. Dates:

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ing” — practicing for two hours a day. After dealing with cancer, Cayleb is not allowed to play physical sports like hockey or soccer. “This is why the EA Challenge is so important to kids like Cayleb,” said Ross Hetherington, executive director of Make-A-Wish BC. “Cancer has made it unsafe for him to participate in sports. This event puts wish kids back in the games that they love, just in a different way. We thank Electronic Arts for making this day possible for our kids.” Cayleb’s Dream Team was up

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public open house Township of Langley Heritage Strategy In 2011, public consultation was initiated as part of the development of a Heritage Strategy for the Township. This process is now nearing completion and a final Draft Strategy has been prepared that proposes a community vision for heritage resource management for the coming decade. It answers key questions about the existing heritage management situation, defines key directions for consideration, and proposes a framework for implementation that aligns with the Township’s broader goals of economic, environmental, and cultural sustainability. Nine goals have been identified with 52 accompanying actions. An open house has been scheduled to receive public input on the Draft Strategy. Residents and stakeholders in the community are encouraged to attend. Date:

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Single family dwelling building permit applications that are submitted after March 12, 2012 are now required to include both full sized and reduced size drawings. Drawing submission requirements are now as follows: • Three sets of drawings are required. One set is to be full sized and two sets are to reduced copies, submitted on 11"x17" paper. • One set of full size drawings and one of the 11"x17" reduced size drawings are to be signed and sealed (original stamp and signature, not a photocopy) by the applicable registered professionals (architects and engineers), the registered on-site waste water practitioner (for properties on septic systems), and the design consultants when applicable. • The second set of 11"x17" reduced size drawings is to be clear of all stamps or seals. • The full size set of drawings, signed and sealed by the applicable parties, will be returned to the applicant at the time the building permit is issued, and is to be kept at the construction site. • The Township will retain one of the reduced 11"x17" signed and sealed drawings at time the building permit is issued. • The second set of 11"x17" drawings, which is clear of all stamps or seals, will be forwarded to BC Assessment for its records. The full size drawings are to be available on the construction site at all times. Inspections will not be performed unless the drawings are available for the building inspector. For more information contact: Permit, Licence & Inspection Services 604.533.6018

Water Main Flushing As part of our maintenance program, the municipal Water Department will be ﬂushing water mains in your area on the dates shown below. As a result of this ﬂushing, you may notice changes in water pressure and there may be some discolouration or sediment in the water. However, this is a temporary condition and is not a health hazard. To avoid inconvenience, please check the water before doing laundry, and you may wish to keep water in the refrigerator for drinking and cooking. Brookswood, Fernridge, and High Point: March 5 – April 11 Northwest Langley: March 5 – April 20 Aldergrove, Gloucester, and Salmon River Uplands: March 5 – April 24 Murrayville: April 12 – May 16 Willoughby: April 23 – May 31 Fort Langley, Forest Knolls, and Milner April 25 – May 23 Engineering Division 604.532.7300

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The Abbotsford Heat hockey team celebrated the success of Aldergrove Minor Hockey Association in their fund-raising efforts with the Heat, by hosting a special AMHA night at the AESC during the Heat game on March 2. The AMHA raised close to $19,000 this season by selling tickets to Heat games. The commissions earned by the AMHA will fund tournaments, gear purchases and team fees for the AMHA. In addition the AMHA raised another $5,273.42 by selling 50-50 tickets at Heat games. Other minor hockey organizations and non-proﬁt groups are also earning money for their causes by selling Heat tickets, but the AMHA’s fundraising success has exceeded all other groups so far this season. Other groups wishing to participate in the program should call Nick Biagioni, 604743-5021, at the Heat ofﬁce.

177 athletes from the Fraser Valley (Zone 3) competed at the 2012 BC Winter Games bringing home 72 medals. BEST BUY – Correction Notice

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VICTORIA – B.C.’s program to supply free quit-smoking aids is proving popular, with more than 63,000 smokers taking advantage since it launched last September. The program offers up to 12 weeks worth of nicotine patches or gum, available once per calendar year to people with active Medical Services Plan coverage. Those who used the program in 2011 are eligible again for 2012, and 4,500 people signed up in the first two weeks of the new year. Two prescription drugs, Champix and Zyban, are also available with costs for 12 weeks covered for some people under the Pharmacare plan. People can register by calling HealthLink BC at 8-1-1. B.C. has the lowest smoking rate in Canada, but the health ministry estimates there are still 550,000 smokers in the province. More than 6,000 B.C. residents die each year from smokingrelated illness, costing an estimated $605 million in direct health care costs. With health care costs taking up more than 40 per cent of the B.C. budget and cost pressures increasing as the baby boom generation retires, the province is launching another push to reduce

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Pysanky Workshops â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Ukrainian Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association, Surrey branch, host workshops in the art of pysanky, the Ukrainian Easter egg, on Thursday evenings, March 8 and 15, from 6:45 to 9 p.m. at Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 108 Ave., Surrey. Each session $13. Pick the date of your choice, or attend all three. To register or for info: 604-596-2048. Book Sale â&#x20AC;&#x201D; City of Langley Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s semi-annual book sale, Saturday, March 17 to Saturday, March 24, during open hours. Includes Mitchell automotive repair manuals, books and magazines, at 20399 Douglas Cres. Info: 604514-2850. Purple Pirate Spring Break Special â&#x20AC;&#x201D; at City of Langley Library, Monday, March 19, 2-2:45 p.m. The Purple Pirate is hunting for treasure and needs ďŹ rst mates to help. A ďŹ rst mate must like magic, laughter and reading. Bring the whole family down to the library to enjoy the comedy and mystery

of the high seas. Drop-in, 20399 Douglas Cres. Info: 604-514-2850. Darren Lee & The Memphis Flash â&#x20AC;&#x201D; worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s No. 1z Elvis tribute, Saturday, March 10 at Coast Capital Playhouse, 1532 Johnston Rd., White Rock. Tickets $44.50 (plus facility fee & service charges) available at Coast Capital Playhouse Box OfďŹ ce (604-536-7535) or online at www.whiterockplayers.ca The Importance of Being Earnest â&#x20AC;&#x201D; presented by Gallery 7 Theatre & Performing Arts, March 9-10, 15-17, 22-24 at 7:30 p.m., plus discount matinees: March 10 and 17 at 2 p.m., at MEI Theatre, 4081 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford. Phone 604-852-3701 or 1-800-665-8828 (Visa or Mastercard). Tickets: $18 adults, $16 seniors-students, $15 groups, $10 children. Matinees: $13 general, $10 children; www. gallery7theatre.com Henna â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Muriel Arnason Library hosts a free evening henna program for teens and adults. Mehndi,

or henna, is a form of body art which has become popular all over the world. Teens are encouraged to attend. Thursday, March 8, 6-8 p.m. To register for this free program, visit library or call 604-532-3590. Revenue Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Community Volunteer Income Tax Program â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Need a hand preparing your tax return? If your return is straightforward, and your income less than $25,000, contact Muriel Arnason Library to make an appointment for this free service, Mondays, 5:30-7:30 p.m., March 5 - April 16 and Thursdays, 10 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 1 p.m., March 1 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; April 19. Appointment required. Please visit library or call 604-532-3590. Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Representative from Service Canada in an informative seminar about various beneďŹ ts under each program on Saturday, March 10, 2-3 p.m. at City of Langley Library, 20399 Douglas Cres. You will learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required

documentation and how to contact the right people to assist. Call to reserve a seat: 604-514-2855. The Purple Pirate â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Looking for something to do during Spring Break? The Purple Pirate is coming to Aldergrove Library, Tuesday, March 13, 2-2:45 p.m. Heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hunting for treasure and needs ďŹ rst mates to help. A ďŹ rst mate must like laughter, magic and reading. Bring the whole family to the library to enjoy the comedy and mystery of the high seas with the Purple Pirate. This program is free, but registration is required; phone 604-856-6415. Elmer Iseler Singers â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Perform on Saturday, March 10, at Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford. This will be concert No. 4 of the 29th season of the Valley Concert Society. Tickets $25, available at 604-859-5192,604-854-3318, or at the door. The Yardbirds â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Saturday, April

14 at Cascades Casino Summit Theatre, Langley (604-530-2211). Tickets $52.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) at www.ticketweb. ca and Casino Guest Services. Momsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Morning Out â&#x20AC;&#x201D; A morning at which you can discuss your concerns and challenges and share your ideas and solutions with other moms. Meet new friends, take a well-deserved break, learn new things, and just plain have fun. Free nursery and free preschool program, coffee, refreshments, open discussion, and a variety of DIY projects, guests and demonstrations. Each Tuesday morning 9-11:30 a.m. at Aldergrove Alliance Church, 26291 28 Ave. Info: 604-856-3447. Langley Amateur Radio Association â&#x20AC;&#x201D; meets ďŹ rst Thursday of month at 7 p.m. at Brookswood Firehall #5, 20355 32nd Ave., Langley. Coffee and sweets provided. Info, email: Don dondee@shaw. ca.

Teens can celebrate Teen Tech 2012 all March by participating in the Fraser Valley Regional Libraryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Picture Thisâ&#x20AC;? photo contest running March 5 through 31. Teens can show off their photographic skills and enter to win prizes, including an Apple iPad and $100 gift cards. The contest is open to teens who have FVRL cards. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This fun contest allows teens to engage with the library through technology and through our Facebook page,â&#x20AC;? says Jo-Ann Sleiman, FVRL Information Services Librarian and contest co-ordinator. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great way for teens who are current members of FVRL to learn more about all the cool free resources and programs that we offer them. This contest is also a great incentive for those teens who havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t yet become FVRL members to come in and get their free library card.â&#x20AC;? Teens can submit up to five of their best photos. Winners will be chosen by a panel of FVRL staff and guest judges on April 6. Winning photos will be published on the FVRL Facebook page, along with announcements on Twitter and www.fvrl.ca. For more information, including photo categories, contest rules and instructions, please visit the Picture This â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Teen Photo Contest tab on FVRLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/FraserValleyLibrary.

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Cash coming for sporting events here Aldergrove Star

Two major upcoming sporting events in Langley and Aldergrove this summer have received funding from the provincial government. The 2012 Canada Cup, which is being put on by Gymnastics BC has received $7,500. The competition runs July 12-15 at the Langley Events Centre. And the 2012 B.C. soccer boys provincial championships are receiving $3,000. It is being hosted by the Aldergrove Youth Soccer Club at Aldergrove Athletic Park from July 5 to 8. The money is coming from the Hosting BC program, which helps build the province’s reputation as a premier event hosting destination.

Dog agility trial set for weekend Aldergrove Star

The dog agility competition season is well underway and Q-Ball is preparing to welcome all competitors from the Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island and Washington State to their biggest trial of 2012. It will be held over three days, March 9, 10 and 11, at the Cloverdale Agriplex. Q-Ball will have four experienced judges — Brigitte Hole, Christine Woodley, Kim Reed and Nicole Le Blanc — for this two-ring indoor trial with starters, advanced and masters events. Competitors can choose from 30 different events in which to run and an extra event offered is the Weave Pole Challenge with the winner to receive the “sweetened pot” of $250. A professional photographer will be in attendance to take photos of competitors running with their dogs and agility equipment will be available for purchase. Premiums and contact information are available on the website, http://www.qballagility.ca Spectators are welcome to drop in and see some excellent dog and handler teams. There is no fee to come and watch, just come and cheer and applaud.

“We are very excited to welcome to our community some of the top athletes from across British Columbia,” said Langley MLA Mary Polak. “Sport hosting is an opportunity for our communities and volunteers to shine.” “Hosting BC promotes sport throughout the province and I’m pleased to see so many groups take advantage of this great program,” said Fort Langley-Aldergrove MLA Rich Coleman. Hosting BC is funded through the province and is managed by the B.C. Games Society. Since 2004, close to $3.7 million in funding has been awarded through the program to support 462 events in more than 45 communities across the province.

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Sugah Bomb of the Reign Valley Vixens ﬁghts her way through a wave of orange Sea Rollers. Abbotsford’s Reign Valley Vixens sailed over the Sea Rollers 185 to 70 at the Ag Rec building on March 3. The Mardi Gras-themed bout included fans and skaters decked out in masks and coloured beads, amazing team work on the track and a 25-point jam scored by Reign Valley’s captain, Sugah Bomb. Tickets are now on sale at rvvrd.com for the Vixens’ season opener on April 28, titled “Nightmare on Emerson.” Vixens team members are from the Fraser Valley area, including Aldergrove.

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For years, Langley FC has been helping Langley community athletes have the opportunity to play soccer, especially those families whose daughters and sons want to play soccer but require financial assistance to do so. Langley FC recently organized and hosted a referee training program, with all profits from this will be put towards their LFC Financial Aid program. Over 24 people attended the training from several local soccer clubs, and are now able to referee and line games. Langley FC also works with government and community programs who offer financial assistance including Athletics for Kids (A4K), KidSport Langley, and the Canadian Tire JumpStart program. Visit their website at www. langleyfc.com or contact them at info@langleyfc. com for more details on their financial aid options.

New Residential Construction Guide Benefits Homeowners and Builders Homeowners have a new tool at their fingertipss to help them better understand how warranty providers evaluate claims for possible design, labour or material defects in new homes. The Residential Construction Performance Guide is the newest online resource available on the provincial Homeowner Protection Office website at www.hpo.bc.ca. It explains how homes covered by home warranty insurance should perform. Every new home built for sale by a licensed residential builder in B.C. is protected by mandatory third-party home warranty insurance. It’s the strongest system of construction defect insurance in Canada. “For most consumers, buying a new home is one of the largest financial investments they will make. So it’s essential that homebuyers can make that investment with confidence, knowing that they will not be faced with additional expenses to repair defects after they move in,” said Tony Gioventu, executive director of the Condominium Home Owners’ Association and an advocate for consumer protection. This simple, practical guide is easy to use. It outlines more than 200 possible defects that are searchable online. This includes the most common defect claims that might be submitted under a home warranty insurance policy – from windows that malfunction, to driveway or interior concrete floors that have cracked, to siding that has buckled. Designed primarily for conventional low-rise, wood-frame homes, the guide also provides some helpful guidelines for the common property of multi-unit buildings. Builders can also use the guide to help ensure that they deliver high performance homes.

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Feisty Kodiaks snuff Flames’ playoff dreams Aldergrove Star

The Aldergrove Kodiaks are one win away from moving into the second phase of the junior B hockey playoffs, after trouncing the Ridge Meadows Flames 8-2 Monday at Planet Ice. The Kodiaks have now won three of four games played in the series and are aiming to clinch it on March 7 at Aldergrove Arena. Aldergrove dominated on Monday, with three unanswered goals in the first, and two more in the second before the Flames notched one to make it 5-1 at the start of the third. The Flames got one more, before the Kodiaks scored three more, all on power plays, to end the game on an 8-2 final score. Aldergrove outshot the Flames 52-18 and scored on four of 10 power plays, while the Flames failed on four power plays. Kodiak Thomas Hardy earned the first star for his hat trick of three goals and an assist, while Robert Jang was second star for two assists. Kodiaks Daniel Higgs, Brandon Potomak, Scott McHaffie, Stephen Ryan and Ryan Procyshyn each scored one goal apiece. The Abbotsford Pilots have swept their series against Port Moody Black Panthers and will face the winner of the Kodiaks-Flames series. In the other conference, Richmond Sockeyes have clinched their series against the North Vancouver Wolf Pack and North Delta Devils are up 3-1 against the Delta Ice Hawks. Flames special teams burn Kodiaks Goals 53 seconds apart — albeit in different periods — helped snap a 2-2 tie and send the Ridge Meadows

Flames to victory in game three of their playoff series. The Flames, were down 2-0 to the Aldergrove Kodiaks in the best-ofseven junior B playoff series, recorded a 5-2 victory on Friday night at Maple Ridge’s Planet Ice. The Kodiaks had won 8-2 and 6-3 in the first two games of the series, which were both at the Aldergrove Arena. Ridge Meadows used dominant special teams to get back in the series, scoring twice with the man advantage, and twice while short-handed, although the second one was into an empty net. The Flames’ Marco Ballarin had the only goal of the first and Paul Piluso doubled the lead 8:37 into the second. Scott McHaffie and Matthew Luongo scored 5:47 apart — the latter goal on the power play — to give the Kodiaks new life. But with just 26 seconds to go before intermission, Keagan Hunter put Ridge Meadows ahead to stay. Matthew Bissett made it 4-2 27 seconds into the third before Hunter scored into the empty net. Kodiaks hold serve on home ice A late second period goal from Spencer McHaffie — only two seconds remained before intermission — gave the Aldergrove Kodiaks the lead for good in game two of their playoff series. McHaffie’s goal put the junior B hockey club up 3-2 after 40 minutes and the Kodiaks struck three more times in the third to defeat the Ridge Meadows Flames 6-3 on Wednesday night at the Aldergrove Arena. Coupled with the Kodiaks’ 8-2

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Spencer McHafﬁe #93 of the Aldergrove Kodiaks during Paciﬁc International Junior Hockey League playoff action against the Ridge Meadows Flames at Planet Ice in Maple Ridge Monday evening. victory in game one, and Aldergrove jumped out to a 2-0 lead in the bestof-seven Pacific International Junior Hockey League playoff series. Twice in the game, the Flames took the lead, but both times, Aldergrove struck back. Ridge Meadows’ Matthew Bissett opened the scoring 2:43 into the con-

test, but Colton Precourt pulled the home side on even terms with a goal late in the frame. Reece Rivard again put the Flames up by a goal with a power play tally midway through the second. Jordan Pughe tied the game with less than two minutes to go in the period and then McHaffie put the

Kodiaks up for good. In the third, Matthew Luongo and Matthew Lloyd scored 1:17 apart. The Flames’ Adam Bartsch made it 5-3 before Pughe scored his second of the night. Ryan Prosyshyn had three assists for the Kodiaks. Ross Baadsvik stopped 42 of the 45 shots he faced.

Gurmaan’s star rises Aldergrove Star

Banner Bantams HARRY HUNT PHOTO

Aldergrove Bantam C team celebrated a banner year as the 2011-12 League Winners (above). At right, Aldergrove Bantam C’s Hudson Shelvey puts the puck past Langley goalie Andrew Schmittling in a playoff game Sunday; but Aldergrove went on to lose to Langley 6-3.

Young rising soccer player Gurmaan Jhaj of Aldergrove was invited to attend the Olympic Development Program camp held at IMG Academies Bradenton in Tampa, Florida March 22 to 27. About 150 of the best soccer players from all over Canada and USA in the U-16 age group attended the five-day camp. This camp is by invitation only, in which the soccer players get invited based on their performance in the Super Youth League. Now a grade 10 student at Aldergrove Community Secondary School, Gurmaan has been playing soccer since he was a three-year-old. He played for Aldergrove Youth Soccer Club until the age of 11 before switching to Abbotsford Mariners to play in the

Gurmaan Jhaj Select League. At the U-11/12 age group Gurmaan was a member of the Vancouver Whitecaps Soccer academy. At the 2009 B.C. Summer Games Gurmaan was member of the Fraser Valley squad that won the Championship. At the Metro Select level Gurmaan was member of the Abbotsford Mariners U-14 team that

won the District Cup. He has been one of the hardest working players for the ACSS Totems soccer team in high school soccer and is helping his high school basketball team too. He is currently a member of the Magnuson Ford Mariners of Abbotsford, playing in the U-16 age group of the recently formed High Performance League. With all his hard work and dedication to play soccer Gurmaan had a very good camp in Florida where he finished third overall in physical fitness testing and showed his skills in the training games. He was selected in the starting 11 of the ODP all-star game in which his team got an oppurtunity to play against the USA U-17 National team consisting of some very talented future MLS players.

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Aldergrove Soccer Men Take Charge

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Top left, Aldergroveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sid Greenlee (in white) fends off Pitt Meadows challengers in masters soccer March 4 at Aldergrove Athletic Patk. Aldergrove won this game 1-0. At right, Aldergroveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lorenzo (left) in over-40 soccer action against Britannia Feb.19 at Aldergrove Athletic Park. The game ended in a 5-all tie.

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The U18 Aldergrove United Boys soccer team finished off their sea-

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Athletic Park on Sunday, March 4. This is the second gold team that United have beaten and they now

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Boys and girls soccer registration open Aldergrove Star

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Spring break soccer camps for girls, boys are filling quickly Aldergrove Star

tant soccer-related skill development programs while also making sure they have fun learning the beautiful game,” said Langley United president Betty Boucas. “Boys and girls will have plenty of fun along with some serious technique development in our Complete Player camps.” Parents are advised to pre-register early for this free spring break camp at www.luysa.com. They will be contacted closer to spring break with additional details. Langley United will also play host to its second annual boys and girls U5 (born 2007) and U6 (2006) spring break camp during the second week of spring break from 9 to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, March 20-22. Registration for this camp is free but pre-registration is required at www. luysa.com. A maximum of 40 boys and 40 girls will be registered. “Parents may be looking for something active and fun for boys and girls to do during the second week of spring break and Langley United’s U5 and 6 morning camp is the ticket,” says Boucas. “However, they do need to register right away as all of LUYSA’s free spring break camps should fill up quickly.”

Langley United Youth Soccer Association will be holding its second annual free “Complete Player” spring break soccer camp for U7 to U13 girls and boys on March 13, 14 and 15. Pre-registration for this free camp is required at www.luysa.com and all registrants will be eligible for a draw to win one of four family passes to an upcoming Whitecaps game. The Complete Player three-day camp will be held daily from 9 to 10:30 a.m. for U7 to U10 while the U11 to 13 camp will follow from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Activities for each session will be built around soccer-specific skills and soccer-related activities including “4 vs. 4” games, speed and agility training, sprinting technique training, soccer tennis, shooting on goal and soccer-specific HARRY HUNT PHOTO fitness – all designed to help develop the Semiahmoo’s goalie puts the stop to a shot by Aldergrove’s Eric Kyle in Atom hockey at Aldergrove Arena Feb. 18. The two complete player. teams battled to a 2-2 tie. Groups will rotate through the development stations learning the fundamental skills required to excel at the beautiful game. TD Canada Trust All coaches will be certified LUYSA staff coaches or professionals within their own fields. “Langley United pioneered the free spring break camp in Langley and this year our technical experts have focused on providing girls and boys with impor-

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FUNERAL HOMES

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS 7

OBITUARIES

HANSON, Christian Lorne: Feb. 18,1927 - March 3, 2012. Chris passed away peacefully in the Menno Home in Abbotsford BC. He is survived by his wife Irene (Ward), children Lee, John, Lynn Moffatt, Bob, David. Grandfather to Christie, Dustin, Jennifer M, Jodi M, Jonathan, Jordon, Josh, Kym, Michael, Michael M, Sarah and great grandfather to JJ, Olivia, Sophia, Treyson. He was an inventor, always tinkering. His piano playing will be missed and remembered forever.

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OBITUARIES

INFORMATION

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PERSONALS

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 106

AUTOMOTIVE

LICENSED HD Mechanic & Class 1 Drivers, required for full-time work with construction company in westcentral Alberta. Wage based on experience. Fax resume 780-5393536.

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS to Every Hunter in BC! Advertise in The BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis 2012-2014 publication. Increased circulation 250,000 copies! Tremendous Reach, Two Year Edition! Contact Annemarie at 1 800 661 6335 or hunt@blackpress.ca Be Your Own Boss! Attention Locals! People req. to work from home online. Earn $500$4500+ P/T or F/T. Toll Free 1.877.880.8843 leave mess. BE YOUR OWN BOSS with Great Canadian Dollar Store. Franchise opportunities now available. Call today for details 1-877-388-0123 ext. 229 or visit our website: www.dollarstores.com EARN EXTRA CASH! - P/T, F/T Immediate Openings For Men & Women. Easy Computer Work, Others Positions Are Available. Can Be Done From Home. No Experience Needed. www.HWC-BC.com

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108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

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HOME BASED BUSINESS We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com

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Class 1 Drivers & Owner Operators

HELP WANTED

CUSTOMER SERVICE REP. Aldergrove Company looking for a permanent full - time CSR. Position details include but are not limited to order entry, border paperwork, and various types of correspondence. Proficient exp. with Accpac, excel and word an asset. Beneﬁts offered after 3 mths. Please e-mail your resume with cover letter stating wage expectation to mgratwicke812@gmail.com

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

BC & Alberta Runs Local O/O’s require TLS COMPETITIVE WAGES! Send resume & “N” print abstract Fax: 1-888-778-3563 or E-mail: jobs@bstmanagement.net or Call: 604-214-3161 DRIVER. Class 1 Drivers wanted. Offering top pay. Close to home. Home most weekends. Family comes first! 1 year flat deck exp. & border crossing a must. Fax resume & driver abstract to 604-853-4179.

DRIVER/ WAREHOUSE PERSON GREGG DISTRIBUTORS Ltd.

Distribution Warehouse in Langley requires a mature individual to drive a light truck. The position includes order picking and parts delivery. COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE Fax resume & Abstract GREGG DISTRIBUTORS (B.C) Ltd. 604-888-4688 Attn: Personnel Manager

OWNER OPERATORS & CLASS 1 Company Drivers Surrey Terminal

MERRIAM Born on January 22, 1933 in Polworth, Saskatchewan, Rose “Marie” Merriam passed away peacefully, at 2:20 am on Friday, March 2, 2012 in Chilliwack BC at the age of 79 years. Predeceased by her husband, Herbert James Merriam and her daughters, Ena Vivian McTaggart and Jamie Dawn Merriam; Marie is survived by her children; Joanne (John) Havery, Craig Merriam, Tracy Tabor; 13 grandchildren and 21 greatgrandchildren. Lovingly remembered by many other family, friends, and associates. Marie was a long time resident of the Fraser Valley, and also enjoyed a numbers of years in Barrier, BC. A very liberated women, and never at a loss for action and words, she was an active member of her church, volunteered for a number of non-profit organizations, and proud to be a 41 year long member, and past-president, of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #265. An avid gardener, Marie loved her flowers and growing her own fruits and vegetables. She enjoyed taking her beloved dog and faithful companion, Tara, for daily walks. Her greatest Legacy is her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #265, 26607 Fraser Highway, Aldergrove, BC on Friday, March 9, 2012 at 11:00 am. Pastor Reid Fowler officiating. Private Family Interment. On line condolences to the family may be made to: www.wiebeandjeskefh.com Wiebe & Jeske 604-859-5885

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Van Kam Freightways’ group of companies requires Owner Operators and Class 1 Company drivers to be based out of our Surrey Terminal. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving exp./training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. Call Bev at 1-800-663-0900/ 604968-5488 or send a detailed resume and current driver’s abstract. (For owner operators, provide details of your truck) to: careers@vankam.com Fax, 604-587-9889 Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility. Thank you for your interest however only those of interest to us will be contacted.

Star Fleet Trucking HIRING!! DRIVERS, FARMERS, RANCHERS & RETIREES with 2003 or newer 1-Ton duallie, diesel; pickups & 8’box to deliver new travel trailers & fifth wheels from US manufacturers to Canadian dealers. Free IRP plate for your truck and low insurance rates! Prefer commercial Driver’s License. Top Pay! Call Craig 1-877-890-4523 www.starfleettrucking.com

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EDUCATION

AIRLINES ARE HIRING- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING Get Practical Skills That Get Jobs Vancouver Island University training for over 50 years, No simulators. Low student / instructor ratio. 1-888-920-2221 ext: 6130 www.viu.ca/ heavyequipment MORE JOBS THAN GRADUATES! Employers seek out CanScribe Medical Transcription graduates. New Course! New Low Price! We need more students! Enroll Today! 1-800-466-1535 www.canscribe.com admissions@canscribe.com

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HELP WANTED

An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty Mechanic for field and shop work. We require Cat Dozer/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd @ 780723-5051 CLASS 1 DRIVER Stepdeck BC/AB/SK $54K-$70K. 604-8564055 Featherweight Hauling Inc

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION SALES

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EZE Rent it Centre 26821 Old Yale Rd. Aldergrove, B.C. (604)856-7745

TRADES, TECHNICAL

MONSTER Industries, a rapidly growing construction and maintenance company servicing northwestern B.C., in now accepting resumes for the following positions: Certified “B” and “A” level welders with fabrication experience, Certified CWB all-position welders and Certified Millwrights. Please send resume with attached cover letter to office@monsterindustries.ca. Unfortunately we are not accepting applications for laborers at this time.

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

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CNC MACHINIST Trades qualified manual machining background an asset. Afternoon shifts available.

MANUAL MACHINIST Trades qualified with good skills. Boring mill experience an asset.

GRINDER Capable of precision grinding. Experience on internal, external and universal grinders.

HARD CHROMED PLATER Prefer experience in the hard chrome plating industry. Competitive Wages & Beneﬁts Package including RRSP Plan. Wartsila Canada supports the Federal Contractors Program as it relates to Employment Equity for Women, Aboriginals, Visible Minorities and Persons with Disabilities. Send/email resume to: Bob.boudreau@wartsila.com 1771 Savage Rd, Richmond, B.C V6V 1R1 Fax: 604-244-1181 www.wartsila.com WELDERS WANTED. Journeyman 2nd and 3rd year apprentices with tank manufacturing experience. Automated Tank Manufacturing Inc. Located in Kitscoty, Alberta. 20km West of Lloydminster is looking for 15 individuals that want long term employment and a secure paycheque. Journeyman wages $33. $37.50/hour. Wages for apprentices based on hours and qualifications. Benefits, training programs, full insurance package 100% paid by company, profit sharing bonus. Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine for an appointment or send resume to: blaine@autotanks.ca or production@autotanks.ca. 780-8462231 (Office), 780-846-2241 (Fax).

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Heavy Duty Mechanic or Millwright

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Basement Systems Vancouver Inc. is a basement waterproofing repair company and is growing You will run Company Provided high quality leads and close sales. Some previous sales exp. is required - you’re computer wise and outgoing. 100% commission based income, offering the highest commissions in the industry. We provide the BEST training, systems, products, and services in the business. We are the biggest and best. Reply with Resume as a word or PDF document to NO CALLS, please!!!

Looking for Full-Time Person. Please apply in person with resume to:

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SALES PROFESSIONALS

careers@bsv.ca

Heavy Duty Mechanic Vernon,BC Required for maintenance and repairs of mechanical,electrical, hydraulic systems, & diesel, 2 & 4 stroke engines. For details or to apply: e-mail hr@nor-val.com

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Our client, a Langley based international venture is looking for an experienced Heavy Duty Mechanic or millwright who will be responsible for assembling, installing and testing drive train and transmission equip. This is an indoor role for someone who enjoys daily challenges that come with working on new and innovative technologies. with Red Seal Certification is an asset. COMPETITIVE SALARY AND BENEFITS OFFERED

E-mail resume: abhi.trehan@adecco.ca or call: 604-278-1824

WORK local! You could commute hours per day to work in the city or, you could work locally at IMW. Make $30-35 per hour plus shift premium as a CNC MACHINIST and $20-25 per hour plus premiums as a OPERATOR, spend more time with your family and earn while you would be driving. Send your resume and cover letter to hr@imw.ca. Only expereinced applicants need apply.

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WAREHOUSE

TROY Life & Fire Safety Ltd. requires a shipper/receiver at their Chilliwack location. Candidate must have good computer skills. Send your resume to HR@troylfs.com or fax to 519-371-6988

We need 12 CSR reps now!

PAID training. F/T Hours Benefits after 6 months Must be outgoing!!! ERICA @ 604-777-2195

138

LABOURERS

MACHINE Operator for running loader, excavator, class 3 tandem truck, skid steer, must have references and knowledge of maintenance of equipment. Must be physically fit & have own vehicle. Only those with equipment operating experience need apply. Email info@eco-soil.com

139

MEDICAL/DENTAL

EXPERIENCED Emergency Medical Technician/Level III First Responder willing to also work as Camp Attendant/Cook’s Help/Laborer, June-August, 25-man trailer camp, pay DOE. Serious inquiries only. linda@ethosgeo.com

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PROFESSIONALS/ MANAGEMENT

HOLIDAY Retirement is seeking pairs of motivated managers for our Independent Senior Living communities. You’ll have the chance to work alongside your partner, receive a competitive salary and excellent benefits. The ideal duo is team-oriented, with sales experience. Please apply on-line at www.holidaytouch.com or send resumes for both to myfuture@holidaytouch.com.

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SALES

RV SALES REP needed for asap! We need someone to join the Voyager RV sales team! We have a rare opening for an energetic & effective RV salesperson, to start this Spring! It’s an amazing opportunity to sell the industry’s top selling RV brands (Jayco, Itasca, Winnebago towables, Northern Lite & more!) and work at the BC Interior’s Largest RV dealer. Email resumes to sales@voyagerrv.ca or fax to 250766-4640.

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

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WAREHOUSE

PERSONAL SERVICES 188

MOPAC Auto Supply Ltd., western Canada’s largest distributor of high performance auto parts and accessories is looking for experienced warehouse personnel. The successful candidates must have a good knowledge of auto parts.Mopac offers a comprehensive benefit package and a starting wage of $13.00 per hour. Only qualified persons need apply. Please hand deliver your resume to 19950 84th Ave. Langley, between Monday and Saturday 9:00 am to 5 pm.

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MOVING & STORAGE

AFFORDABLE MOVING

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

REAL ESTATE 626

HOUSES FOR SALE

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

806

TRANSPORTATION

ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

838

1977 PORSCHE TARGA, 6 cyl, 12,000 kms, green, excellent cond., $9950. Call: (604)921-9162

810

PETS 456

TRANSPORTATION

2009 Montana 3400RL

AUTO FINANCING

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

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Microwave, washer/dryer combo, 3 burner stove, 2 recliners, and free standing dinette. $54,983 (Stk.32434) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

PERSONAL SERVICES 260 171

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH Angel’s Health Centre

Pain & Relax Chinese Massage

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PAINT SPECIAL

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(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring, Carpet Cleaning & Maid Service! www.paintspecial.com

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3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

GARDENING

TOPSOIL, BARK MULCH, SAND, GRAVEL.

SPRING RELAX SPA 283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

2451 Clearbrook Rd. Abbotsford (Hiring)

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

HEALTH PRODUCTS

GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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CUSTOM HOMES

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• Basement, Kitchen & Bath Remodels • Room Additions • Drywall • Paint • Texture • Finishing • Floors & More Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771 ADDITIONS, Renovations & New Construction. Concrete Forming & Framing Specialist. 604.218.3064 A SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR. Specializing in Renovation’s. Available for work. 604-532-1710

317

MISC SERVICES

REGISTERED Clinical Counsellor accepting new clients. Pls call 604996-6276 for appt. Sliding Scale fees. Office located at 264th & Fraser Hwy.

320

MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555. SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

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Cocker Spaniels: Proud parents of 8 pups, born Feb 2. 1st shots, dewormed, vet chkd, tails/dews done. Ready Apr 1. Purebred, no papers. $600. 604-888-0832 Eves NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND pups. Dewormed, 1st vaccination. Ready March 15 - 21st. 604-823-2259 mitzvig@hotmail.ca

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 509 356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

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$209,900 $449,900 Beautiful 2 storey w/ basement. Great curb appeal! 5 bedrooms, 4 bath. Open ﬂoor plan, kitchen w/ maple cabinets, Detached double garage. Call Anne Stromsten 604-308-7365

Your Aldergrove Specialist! LISTI NGS WANTE D! Stromsten t www.annestromsten.com AAnne St Power Play Realty

27272 Fraser Highway, Aldergrove • Ofﬁce: 604-533-3231

CARS - DOMESTIC

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

627

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES The OLDER. The DIRTIER. The BETTER. Flexible Terms. Quick Closing. Call us First! 604.657.9422

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS New SRI *1152 s/f dblwide $77,900 *14x70 full gyproc single wide, loaded $66,900. Repossessed Mobiles & Modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE

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

2002 OLDSMOBILE INTRIGUE, senior driven, 89,000kms, $4500. Hope (604)869-7329 2003 MUSTANG GT Convertible, V8, red exterior, black leather interior. Mach 1000 stereo. Traction Control, Excellent cond. 7,000kms. $10,500 obo. Call (604)788-0718 2008 PONTIAC WAVE, 4 dr sedan, auto, 150K, runs & looks good, white, $4850 firm. (604)538-9257

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1996 HONDA ACCORD, black, 225,000 kms. Good tires, AirCared, good cond. $2100. 604-928-4774 2002 KIA SPECTRA, new engine & battery. 9 tires, (4 snow). $1800. Call 604-583-4800.

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS .

AUCTIONS

HUGE RESTAURANT AUCTION New & Used Food Services Equipment. March 17 11am at Dodds Auction, 3311 - 28 Ave Vernon. View photos at doddsauction.com 250-545-3259

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BUILDING SUPPLIES

SAWMILLS from only $3997 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS FOR ALL USES! Spring Deals! Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands NOW! Call for FREE Brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.

548

FURNITURE

MATTRESSES staring at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

560

www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

696

604-308-7365

MISC. WANTED

OTHER AREAS

NAPLES FLORIDA AREA! Bank Acquired Condos Only $169,900. Same unit sold for $428,895. Own your brand new condo for pennies on the dollar in warm, sunny SW Florida! Walk to over 20 restaurants/100 shops! Must see. Ask about travel incentives. Call 1-866959-2825, ext 15. www.coconutpointcondos.com

RENTALS 736

HOMES FOR RENT

2003 TOYOTA CAMRY SE Red, auto, exc shape, spoiler, black cloth int, power options, 1 owner. $6100. N.Delta 604 - 377 - 3231 2004 MERCEDES C230 SEDAN show room condition, sporty, slick & great for the summer, auto, sunroof, only 47k, blk. leather, local.This can be yours for $11,930/ 604-328-1883

LANGLEY, 7985-264th. 1800 sq.ft. 2 storey home 2 bdrms on main. 2 downstairs. 2 bathrms. appls incl. $1200/mo. + utils. Refs req. 604597-2771 before 8pm.

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MOTORCYCLES

2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $7000 firm. Call 604-538-4883

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FOR SALE BY OWNER

ABBOTSFORD ~ Old timer renter house, 2 bdrm. up, kitchen, 2 bdrm. unauthorized suite down. Needs TLC. As is $262,000. 604-832-8087

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2000 S Blazer 4X4 V6 Auto. Leather interior with all options, Michelin tires $4350. Call 1(604)796-2866

851

2009 Saga 250 Enduro, 4770km. Great cond. Local. New rear tire, chain, tuned up few mo’s ago, save gas. $1500 firm. 778-878-4296

838

RECREATIONAL/SALE 2006 NEPTUNE 36PDD

TRUCKS & VANS

1996 CHEV Cheyenne 1/2 ton, 305, Contico tool box, no Aircare req’d. $2500 obo. 604-625-8006

2001 CHEVROLET ASTRO VAN 8 pass. white, mechanically sound, excellent cond. in & out. No accid. local. $3000 obo / 604.306.0144

2001 GMC SIERRA 4x4, ext’d cab, auto, green, 135K, $8000 firm. Call: (604)538-9257

2004 Ford F150 XLT, 4 dr auto, fully loaded. 77,000 kms. Good cond. Local. $7700 obo. 778-881-1216.

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The Scrapper

2005 SUZUKI SWIFT HB,exc cond, all records, low miles, owner history $5000/obo.604-942-8171/506-4120

STORAGE

Private Coin Collector Looking to Purchase Collections,Mint Sets, Accumulations, Olympic, Gold, Silver Coins etc. Please call Travis 604-377-5748

PEARL DRUM SET, $1000, receipts for $1000 in upgrades, located in Hope. Call 1 (604)869-7329

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

Aldergrove 3bdr, new kitch & floors, fncd yrd, n/p. $1100 Apr1. Drive by 26961-30 Ave, then call 617-9373.

MISC. FOR SALE

Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1866-981-5991

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

2000 CORVETTE CONVERTIBLE. Silver,black top. 350 auto.Too much to list!! $24,900. Call 604-313-7014

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

Buying or Selling?

2 hour Service from call. Professional staff and Member with A+ rating. Visit us on-line at www.a1casper.

1997 BUICK LESABRE LTD leather, 139 kms, prem. cond., one owner, $3900/obo. (778)565-4230

STANDARD SCHNAUZER pups. 17 - 19” / 30 - 35lbs full grown. $500. each. 604-826-5846 Mission.

NEW LISTING! GREAT LOCATION!

End unit – 3 bdrm/2 bath townhouse. Nicest unit in complex. Family and Pet friendly. Call Anne Stromsten 604-308-7365

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

1994 Buick Regal, AirCared. 99,000 kms. 4 new tires. Needs TLC. $700. Call 604-534-0923

Springer/Lab cross pups, vet check, 1st shots, eager and social $350, 604-823-6739 afternoons/evenings.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

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.

Re-roofing, Repair & New Roof Specialists. Work Guar. WCB.10% Senior’s. Disc. Jag 778-892-1530 GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters. $80. 604-240-5362

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

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

Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca

WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in March, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-5936095.

PRESSURE WASHING

Call Ian 604-724-6373

845 TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES! vehicles. Local family owned and operated business. BBB com or call (604)209-2026

FREE CASH BACK WITH $0 DOWN at Auto Credit Fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599 www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309. Free Delivery.

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■ Certified Painter ■ Wallpaper Installer ■ Pressure Washing ■ Carpet Cleaning Carpentry ■ Flooring ■ Tile Work ■

40’ DUTCH STAR with Cummings turbo diesel, less than 59,000 mi. Always stored indoors, looks like new, economical to operate, 2 slides, din. booth, 2 a/cond, 2 TV’s, 2 CD & 2 VHS players, ldry., propane generator (6500W). Must be seen. 604-854-3266

1-800-910-6402

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POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

L&W Restoration Services Ltd.

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DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

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BERNESE Mountain Dog Puppies. Vet checked with first shots and ready for new homes. $1,200. 778241-5504. Langley

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

24/7 Emergency Restoration Services.

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AMERICAN Cocker Spaniel pups. P/B. 1 shots, family raised. Ready for good home $750 firm 604-826-3655

Chihuahua pups, tiny, 2 males, 1 long & 1 short, vet check, deworm, 1st shots, $650. (604)799-1919

Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, Efficient & Quality Paint. 778.245.9069

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PETS

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

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $75 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $100. Free Delivery 604-856-8877

604-859-9686

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

Prompt Delivery, 2 Products at once. Call: 604-888-5311.

MIND BODY SPIRIT

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ELECTRICAL

RECREATIONAL/SALE

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ABBOTSFORD W. Newer 2 bdrm. suite. Suit student/couple. Ns/np. March 15th. $700 + util. 604-6253532; 604-855-1331; 604-832-3532

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2006 MAZDA B3000, black, 4 door, 1 owner, 100,000 km’s. Exc cond. $8995 obo. 604-562-4168.

SUITES, LOWER

SUITES, UPPER

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

Camera rear vision, dual pane windows, elec. Awning, A/C, 2000 watt inverter, $5000 IN SAVINGS! $94,483 (Stk.31063A) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644 2008 Sportsmen 28’ 5th wheel. Dual slides, all equipped. Spotless condition. $19,900. (604)230-2728

2009 TOYOTA Tacoma TRD Sport truck, auto, 4x4, double cab, local, no accidents, warranty, 52K, silver. $27,995. Call 604-722-1362.

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

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

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26258 - 60TH AVE.

604-857-1100

$1,150,000

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

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2056 MCKENZIE RD.

604-857-1100

$309,900

ABBOTSFORD RANCHER with PARTIAL BASEMENT

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604-857-1100

2883 - 264TH AVE.

$1,589,000

$579,900

27031 - FRASER HWY.

19.5 ACRES

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#106 5498 267TH ST

604-857-1100

$305,000

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25926 FRASER HWY

604-857-1100

$2,995,000

Look to the future here with this unbeatable location with over 1000 ft of frontage on ! ES CR A 3 Fraser Hwy, 2 .3 24 homes on property with sewer and water connected already . Looking to invest in a great location for the future then this is worth a second look for sure, currently still in the ALR.

NEW LISTING!

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604-857-1100

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

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$629,900

Spectacular upscale builders “own” home here. Quality throughout - high end finishing with attention to all the details. Pre-approved for legal suite. Includes high efficiency furnace with air conditioning and two hot water tanks, large soaker tubs and an unbelievable ensuite with 2 head shower. Oversize master bedroom and large walk in closet. Kitchen is all custom maple cabinets, granite counter tops and slate floors, formal dining room with pantry and wine racks - all with 9’ ceilings. Even the garage is finished and painted. Loads of storage in this home.

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2825 - 256TH STREET

$1,995,000

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

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27145 35 AVE.

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26960 25A AVE.

604-857-1100

$649,900

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

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604-857-1100

Dan Flokstra

604-857-1100

$849,000

SEE FOREVER FROM HERE! (Fantastic View)

This is a knockout! 3,700 sq ft 2 storey home on 1 acre with sewer and water hook up, plus spectacular view. Completely upgraded everything including new kitchen and bathrooms, air conditioning, flooring, lighting, crown mouldings, 2” wooden blinds, plus, plus. You get the idea! Oh Yeah, plus a 25x 45 heated and air conditioned shop. Triple garage, plus, plus!

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$549,900

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

29415 SIMPSON RD.

RE/MAX ALDERGROVE

604-857-1100

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

604-857-1100

2865 WHISTLE DR. ABB

$1,590,000

359 - 240 ST

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604-857-1100

26641 FRASER HWY, ALDERGROVE • 604-857-1100

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