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The Aldergrove Business Association delivered and installed the ﬂoral hanging baskets last week from lamp standards in the downtown area. From left are Susan Glover, Rick van Bugnum, Raymond van Bugnum, Janice Reid and Brock Chapman, and standing above is Ray Iverson. The volunteer crew installed all 48 baskets and now begins the summer program of watering the baskets. The baskets should be even grander than last year’s display and the ABA is also hoping the Township will install new hangers on the lamp standards on north 272 Street so that more baskets can be installed next year.

Fire fighters sweat for new turf By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star

It was a grueling two days for fire fighters competing in the first Pacific Regional FireFit competition hosted by Aldergrove on the weekend. However, everyone agreed that the location was ideal, the weather was perfectly beautiful, and the crowds had a good time watching the relay races and other competitions. “We had lots of positive comments and the Township mayor and council are interested in hosting this again, so we have definitely scheduled a return in 2013,” said

FireFit of Canada spokesperson Hilary McRoberts. A total of 85 fire fighters from across B.C., Alberta and Washington competed in the events at Philip Jackman Park, including “a great showing by the Langley side,” said McRoberts. As well as competing in individual events, the fire fighters, including three women, competed on 16 teams in the relays. Langley fire fighters were represented by two teams of individuals and five teams in the relay event. Four of those men were from Aldergrove Fire Hall #3.

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Two Langley men fared well in the individual runs, with Mike Strunach finishing third in the over-40 division and Morley Sagert coming first in the over-50 event. In the all-men run Jamie McGarva of Delta’s Westshore Terminals took first place with a time of 1:17.56. In the team results it was Kamloops teams taking both first and third place, while Westshore Terminals of Delta took second. Langley Township placed fifth. “The sun was shining and we had lots of spectators on Saturday and the beer SEE: Page 3

Speed and alcohol are believed to be factors in a crash at the new 232 Street roundabout that sent a 35-year-old Surrey woman to hospital in serious condition on Thursday. Langley RCMP were granted a warrant to seize blood from the driver at the time of the crash. It was around 11 p.m. when her Infiniti sedan struck a concrete median and became airborne before coming to rest in a field at the northwest side of the new roundabout at 232 Street and 56 Avenue. Langley RCMP said that the driver was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries. Her condition is still serious but upgraded to stable, said Langley RCMP on Monday. Langley Traffic Services Collision Analyst and ICARS (Integrated Collision Analysis Reconstruction Services) collected evidence at the scene, including measurements and photographs. The crash closed the intersection until approximately 4:20 a.m. on Friday. The Infiniti was seized and will undergo a mechanical inspection. Police have learned from witnesses at the scene that an unidentified motorist may have witnessed the collision but left before police arrival. Police want that witness to contact them at 604 532-3200. The roundabout is still under construction but has been operational for a few weeks, confirms Township engineer Paul Cordeiro. There have been a few accidents at the new roundabout since it opened. But there is plenty of signage warning people about the new traffic pattern change, said Cordeiro. “There is an approach message board, a traffic sign showing how to use a roundabout and the yield sign at the roundabout, plus construction signs,” he said. Curbs and a truck apron are being poured this week and there is still a lot of work to be done around the roundabout, he said. The Township is hoping to have the roundabout complete by the beginning of August. DRIVER AIRLIFTED AFTER CRASH ON 58 AVENUE Abbotsford police, fire and ambulance crews were called to the scene of a single-car crash at about 12:30 a.m. Monday, May 28. When they arrived at the scene on 58 Avenue near Bradner Road they found a van in the ditch with an unconscious man inside, suffering from serious head injuries. Initial reports indicate the vehicle left the road and ran into a tree. The driver was transported to Abbotsford International Airport, and then airlifted to Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster.

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FireFit raises $6,000 for new turf sports fields FROM FRONT: garden did well,” said McRoberts. “There were lots of spectators on Sunday too but the beer garden was quieter, which was too bad as that’s where we wanted to make the most money.” In the end about $6,000 was raised, all of which will be put toward the Aldergrove Soccer Club’s portion of the construction of two new artificial turf fields at Aldergrove Athletic Park. The club has pledged about $100,000 toward this investment by the Township. “We would have liked to do better than that but we’re not unhappy, it was a good result considering the short time period we had to organize it,” said McRobert, who is also president of the soccer club. “We only had about three months and usually I need a year to get everything organized for these events. But now that they’ve had the experience, next year the Township fire fighters will be able to help and get it going well in advance.” McRoberts also thanked the sponsors who helped defray the expenses, including the Fox & Hounds, 24/7 Security, Dan Flokstra at Alder Centre ReMax, Aldergrove Home Hardware and J.D. Turkey Farms.

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Aldergrove Fire Hall #3 team members who competed at the ﬁrst FireFit regional event in Aldergrove, Saturday and Sunday, were (from left) Rob Vinette, Cody Hopkins, Tony Vitali and Craig Archibald.

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Abbotsford Mayor Bruce Banman will take the ultimate leap of faith in June in support of the Cyrus Centre’s third annual fundraiser for youth. The annual Leap of Faith skydive event raises funds and awareness for the Cyrus Centre, an inner city mission that helps meet the basic needs of at-risk, homeless youth and their families. “I’m not quite sure what I have gotten myself into,” said Banman. “When I was asked if

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I would be willing to support youth in our community I said ‘sure, I’d be happy to help,’ and now I find myself jumping out of an airplane.” Each participant in the ‘Leap of Faith” pledges to raise $700 by June 16 in order to participate in the event. To make a pledge in support of the Mayor’s jump, contact nfriesen@ abbotsford.ca or call 604864-5500. “My wife said to me - first you lose your hair, now it’s your mind,” said Banman referring to his

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recent Cuts for the Cure head shave. “It’s all for a good cause and I certainly appreciate any support that people can provide in helping raise funds for young people in our community.” The Leap of Faith has had jumpers range in age from 18 to 81 years of age. The jump takes place on June 16, at 10 a.m. at the Abbotsford Skydive Centre on Gladwin Road. Spectators are welcome to attend, by donation.

Imagine a bylaw that requires elected officials to publicly disclose receipts that show item for item every penny they spend on their political duties. “It’s completely transparent,” Jordan Bateman told Township politicians on May 14. Municipal council members are required by law to disclose their expenses, but in Langley’s case, these are off-limits to the public. It should be enshrined in a Property Tax Bylaw which the Canadian Taxpayers Federation would like all local authorities to adopt, said Bateman, a former Township councillor. Council said no, defeating a motion that urges staff to explore its merits. Bateman is the B.C. director of the CTF which also advocates pay cuts of 15 per cent if politicians raise property taxes above the Consumer Price Index. He is also a former Township councillor. The CTF is a non-partisan advocacy organization that is funded by more than 18,000 donors across the country. It has more than 70,000 supporters. The Property Tax Bylaw sets out the core principles that guide interactions between municipalities and taxpayers. Within it is a Bill of Rights that can be tailored to a community’s specific needs and expectations, Bateman said. The bill would spell out simple rules to guide budget preparation, spending increases, tax hikes and bylaw enforcement. The Property Tax Bylaw would prevent a municipality from accepting “voluntary downloading,” that is, not funding or taking on services that are the proper jurisdiction of another government. It supports the premise that taxpayers’ personal property rights are respected and upheld, and includes more use of referenda and citizen initiatives. The bylaw also includes a component for the recall of politicians. Bateman asked council to refer his presentation and the bylaw to staff who would make recommendations on what should or could be included in the bylaw. He also sought support for a council task force that would develop a Langley Taxpayer Bill of Rights. Council voted 5-4 against the idea, with only Councillors Kim Richter, Charlie Fox, Steve Ferguson and Bev Dornan in support. Councillor Michelle Sparrow said that “enacting bylaws from special interest groups is concerning to me.” Mayor Jack Froese said: “This council is well aware of its duties.” If council members fail “they are brought to task every three years,” Froese said. ASK FOR

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Abbotsford dog lovers can soon add a third member to their canine family. Abbotsford council has approved a recommendation to alter a city bylaw and increase the number of dogs allowed in a residence from two to three. Manager of bylaw enforcement Gordon Ferguson told council the city is in the minority by allowing only two dogs per household. He said the majority of local districts allow three and he saw no significant problems arising from the increase. Staff examined 19 districts and found 11 allowed three, seven allowed two and one (Port Moody) allowed four. Coun. John Smith pointed out that by allowing more dogs per household, the city could see a small increase in revenue as HARRY HUNT PHOTO more dog licences would Marla Giacomazzi and her dogs Pepper and Ginger joined in the Walk for Dog Guides, be issued. Sunday at Aldergrove’s Jackman Park. Numbers were down this year but the participants Currently, 8,500 dogs who showed up had fun together. are licensed in Abbotsford each year. There are no bylaws determining how many cats a household can own.

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Siblings Kasey (left) and Kalyn Bunville have a big donation they will be presenting to the B.C. Children’s Hospital during the telethon on June 3. The two Aldergrove youngsters, aged four and six respectively, have been collecting bottles and cans for the cause since January and have more than $1,500 in total for the hospital. The family was inspired by the care Kasey received at Children’s Hospital over the last two years in treating her cancer, which is now in remission. They have collected more than $500 on their own in donations, and the additional $1,006 was the result of the Springfield Village People holding a one-day bottle drive for B.C. Children’s Hospital on behalf of the Bunvilles, in conjunction with the Township’s community clean-up day on April 21.

The “Springfield Village People” volunteer group were one of three groups in Aldergrove that participated in the community clean-up. Kasey and Kalyn and their family also joined in picking up litter, and collecting donated bottles and cans, that day. They are proud to be part of the Aldergrove community and thrilled to be invited to appear on the telethon this Sunday between 9 and 10 a.m. The 25th annual B.C. Children’s Hospital Miracle Weekend is a televised two-day celebration that showcases the best of BC Children’s Hospital: patients, their families, caregivers and supporters who come from every corner of B.C. Tune in to watch, live on Global BC. Saturday, June 2 from 7 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 3.

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$322,000 for 70 student summer jobs in Langley Aldergrove Star

More than 70 students in Langley will have an opportunity to gain valuable work experience and earn money for the upcoming school year thanks to the federal Canada Summer Jobs initiative. MP Mark Warawa made the announcement on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills

Development. “Our government’s top priority is creating jobs, economic growth and long-term prosperity for all Canadians,” says Warawa. “Through Canada Summer Jobs, we are helping employers in Langley create dozens of summer job opportunities for students, while strengthening our community’s economy.” More than $322,000 will be invested in

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“Brooklyn’s Wish” has become a reality for Royal Columbian Hospital Neonatal Intensive Care Unit families. Aldergrove twins Brooklyn (480 grams) and Isabella (475 grams) Wilson were born 23 weeks premature at Royal Columbian Hospital on May 15, 2011. Sadly, on May 17, 2011, after a massive brain hemorrhage, little Brooklyn died. In her memory, parents Tanya and Joel Wilson have started a $5,000 trust fund in support of Royal Columbian Hospital families whose lives are thrown into disarray when, due to unexpected circumstances, their newborns are admitted into the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU.) “The NICU nurses made Brooklyn’s passing a peaceful intimate moment for us, and for that we will always hold them dear,” says Tanya. Today, little Isabella is one year old and a joy to Tanya, Joel and big sister Charlotte.

As a premature baby, lsabella had a long journey to reach optimal health. Finally, after 138 days in RCH’s NICU she was released to go home. “I really felt like the NICU nurses nurtured me throughout her (Isabella’s) long stay. They allowed me to share my life, my stories, and my feelings. They helped both Joel and me feel okay with all the emotions that we had. Over time it started to feel like our second home, we would look forward to going in to see our little girl, but also to see the NICU nurses.” The Wilson family lives in Aldergrove, which meant that they had a daily 82km round trip commute to and from RCH and other out-of-pocket expenses while Isabella was in NICU. “By creating the Brooklyn Wish Fund we hope to ease some of these logistical costs for other RCH NICU families,” says Joel. “The fund will provide support for families to access items such as breast pumps, food vouchers, park-

ing and Translink passes.” “Joel and Tanya are an extraordinary young couple,” said Adrienne Bakker, CEO and President for Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation. “Their generosity demonstrates a deep empathy for and commitment to other families who may find themselves in a similar situation. The Brooklyn Wish Fund is a treasure in our fundraising portfolio and we look forward to growing its assets with Tanya and Joel. It is a privilege to be entrusted with such a profound gift and the memory of Brooklyn.” Joel and Tanya Wilson recently participated in the OWN Channel TV reality show called Million Dollar Neighbourhood. To follow their story, watch OWN Canada on Sundays at 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. Visit www.ownca.oprah.com/Schedule for updates. For further information about Brooklyn’s Wish Fund and how you can donate, call 604-520-4438 or visit www.rchcares.com

Hoffman chosen as superintendent By MONIQUE TAMMINGA Black Press

The Langley Board of Education has selected acting superintendent Suzanne Hoffman to fill the vacant position of Superintendent of Schools and CEO. The board made the announcement on Monday, explaining that Hoffman has impressed everybody since taking on the role of acting superintendent five months ago, when Cheryle Beaumont was fired by the board. Fifteen quality candidates expressed an interest in the position. The competition closed on April 20. This group was narrowed to a final list of five candidates who faced interviews with a panel made up of staff and community stakeholders, followed by interviews with the board. The hiring process was over-

seen by secretary-treasurer David Green and assistant superintendent Jennifer Canas, with the assistance of Make a Future, which was contracted to facilitate the vetting of candidates and the conducting of interviews. “The board of education has been very impressed with Hoffman’s performance in the role of acting Superintendent these past months and is very excited to have her take on the role of superintendent,” said board chair Wendy Johnson. The former superintendent made $198,000 per year, plus benefits. “We knew we had a high quality candidate in Suzanne from the outset, but it was reassuring for the board to see her rise to the top of our candidate list during the interview process. The board has every confidence in her leadership and looks forward to seeing her positive

influence on the district continue as we move forward together.” Hoffman has 22 years of experience in the Langley School District. Following four years of teaching in Mission, Hoffman taught for three years in Langley before assuming the role of vice-principal for five years. Hoffman spent seven years as a school principal before advancing on to serve six years as a district principal in the portfolios of professional and instructional services. In January 2011, Hoffman was appointed to the role of assistant superintendent. She has served as acting superintendent since January when Beaumont was let go. Beaumont was provided a severance package that totalled nearly $300,000. The search process for a new superintendent cost upwards of $30,000.

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VICTORIA – With ongoing pipeline and oil tanker skirmishes, and a hot summer for mining and logging still to come, the green war in B.C. shows no signs of slowing down. Things are already hot in the Fraser Valley, where the federal government’s change to the definition of fish habitat has opened a new front on the farms. Farmers briefly got into the public discussion by hauling a couple of cute calves into downtown Vancouver and staging a television-friendly demo in front of the federal fisheries office. They have been saying for decades that imposing salmon stream regulations on drainage ditches around their fields is impractical. Fraser Valley Conservative MPs Randy Kamp and Mark Strahl even had the nerve to meet with local mayors to hear their concerns about B.C.’s most productive farmland, without inviting self-appointed “activists.” Arrayed against them is an environmental lobby whose deep green wing was defined by Marvin Rosenau, a former provincial biologist who now teaches “fish, wildlife and recreation technology” at BCIT. “Mark Strahl is leading the charge of eco-fascists intent on making the last dime off the backs of the last remnants of an absolutely spectacular ecosystem,” Rosenau told the Chilliwack Progress. “A mas-

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sive and productive floodplain of fish and aquatic values … has been drained, ditched, tiled and laser-leveled for agricultural profit.” The same could be said for the broad fields of Richmond and Pitt Polder farms north of the Fraser, a wetland diked and drained by Dutch settlers after World War II. Farms are “industrializing the landscape,” said Rosenau, who stopped short of calling for them all to be shut down. At the provincial level we have a new Animal Health Act, which threatens heavy fines or even jail time for prematurely leaking reports of serious animal disease outbreaks. This was also portrayed as a jack-booted sellout of the public’s right to know, putting the business interests of land and ocean farms ahead of public safety. Here’s what’s really happening. As is generally the case with meat inspection and livestock issues, the federal government is imposing rules on provinces in the wake of avian flu and “mad cow” outbreaks. Canadian beef was banned in 30 countries after a single infected cow was identified in Alberta in 2003. B.C. Agriculture Minister Don McRae assures me this legislation will not result in reporters or environmental activists being thrown in jail for telling the public about sick animals. They and the farmers themselves can say all they want,

once infections are confirmed and quarantines established. McRae and Paul Kitching, B.C.’s chief veterinarian, pleaded for the public to understand that any farm reporting system must rely on voluntary compliance by farmers. When the B.C. government took the advice of B.C. Information and Privacy Commissioner Elizabeth Denham and began releasing fish farm inspection data in 2010, the operators stopped providing samples voluntarily. The fish farmers’ position was that you can have a co-operative system of farm inspections or one that’s imposed, but not both. Imposing inspections on land farms across B.C.’s vast area is even less practical. Former Alberta premier Ralph Klein famously observed that the next rancher to find a possible mad cow should have “shot, shoveled and shut up” rather than file a report and devastate the industry. Denham, the NDP and others appear to operate under an assumption that there should be sufficient government resources to sample and inspect every farm across B.C. for reportable contagious illnesses. This is similar to the fashionable notion that we should have enough park rangers to guard every cedar tree. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

Are you getting ready to celebrate Horse Week in 2012? This year the celebrations run from June 2 to 10, stretching over two weekends of equine-related activities. You can take a riding lesson, go for a trail ride, hike on an historic horse trail, attend a horse show or plowing competition, or just watch a “horsey” movie. This is the time to reach out beyond the horse community and introduce people of all ages to the equine industry — and even more important — show them how much fun horses are to be around and their connection to our heritage, says Rose Schroeder, VP Recreation, Horse Council B.C. “Whether it is to introduce horses to children or adults who don’t know much about them, or just to take the time to enjoy your own special passion, this is the time to get out and do it,” says Schroeder. “It doesn’t matter if it is to show off a breed, or to get involved in a competitive event, or to go on a trail ride - take the time to get involved in this form of healthy exercise.” Horse Week has been held annually since 2002 to promote and celebrate B.C.’s horse industry. The goal of Horse Week is to share the enjoyment of horses with the public and introduce newcomers to the beauty of favorite horse breeds and the fun of equestrian activities. A calendar of upcoming Horse Week events will be posted on the HCBC website (www.hcbc.ca). A variety of events are being planned throughout the province, including a major celebration of International Trails Day on Sunday, June 3 in the Lower Mainland. Equestrians will join cyclists, walkers, runners, inline skaters and wheelchair participants for a fun, noncompetitive, personally challenging event. Trail riders will locate at the Maple Ridge Riding Centre for rides up to 26 km to the Pitt River Bridge and Minnekhada Regional Park. Registration is $20 per horse or mule. This event not only celebrates International Trails Day, but also recognizes Experience the Fraser projects, the 20th anniversary of the Trans Canada Trail, and the start of Bike Month. It is a combined effort of Trails BC and Metro Vancouver Regional Parks, with support from municipalities and businesses. While many activities will start and finish at the Fort Langley National Historic Site, the multiple-discipline event takes in five regional parks, six greenway trails and six waterways. The routes range from 4.5 to 100 kilometres. Registration forms can be found at www. trailsbc.ca Back Country Horsemen of BC and their guests are gathering in the scenic Cariboo for Rendezvous 2012 from May 31 to June 3 at 100 Mile House. A variety of activities, seminars and demonstrations to benefit equine enthusiasts will be offered, including carriage driving training. Nearby trails will be marked so participants can ride at leisure. BCHBC will also be holding their annual general meeting there (see www.bchorsemen.org). This year The Children’s Wish Foundation celebrates the 16th annual Provincial Wish Trail Ride – a collection of 11 volunteer organized, trail ride fundraisers in communities across B.C. Three of this year’s rides take place during Horse Week. The rides were started by a volunteer named Walter White, who wanted to combine his love of horses and his passion for Children’s Wish. In their 16-year history the rides have raised more than $900,000 to grant the most heartfelt wishes of local kids with high-risk life-threatening illnesses. (see www.wishtrailride.ca) • Campbell Valley Park Wish Trail Ride – Saturday, June 2. A fun day on the trails, some great prizes, silent auction and a free after-ride BBQ. Help grant the magic of a wish for local kids with high-risk lifethreatening illnesses. Registration starts at 9am, Ride starts at 10 a.m. at Campbell Valley Downs Equestrian Centre (1255 - 208th St.). Contact Kim Antifaeff: kim.antifaeff@childrenswish.ca • Merritt Wish Trail Ride – Saturday, June 2. Contact Al & Marilyn Prentis: aprentis@telus.net • Vancouver/Southlands Wish Trail Ride – Sunday, June 3 at Southlands Riding Club. Contact Debbie Bailey: dbailey5@shaw.ca The 15th annual Interior Gaited Horse Show will be held June 9-10 at the Agriplex in Armstrong. This fun show is open to all gaited and part-gaited breeds of horses and all levels and ages of riders. In Lake Country, the annual open house at Tranquille Farms (www.tranquillefarms.com) takes place Saturday, June 9, offering a number of activities including pony rides and a round pen training demo. The farm promotes safe, non-violent methods of horse handling. - Horse Council BC, a non-profit member service organization representing more than 22,000 horse enthusiasts, encourages its members to hold events during Horse Week and invite the public to come and watch, or to meet the horses. For more information contact recreation@hcbc.ca or call 604-856-4304 ext. 109 or 1-800-345-8055 ext. 109.

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Who’s in control in Langley? Editor: I hear that the Metro Vancouver regional authority is considering legal action over council’s support of residential development on the Trinity Western University property, as it does not conform to the regional growth strategy. The property is located in the ALR and is designated rural reserve according to the regional growth strategy. These lands were designated green zone before the GVRD was replaced by the Metro Vancouver regional authority. The green zone boundaries were pretty much the same as the current rural reserve boundaries and very similar in that they gave an outside authority a say on how Langley is to grow in the future. Prior to designating these lands as being part of the green zone, I had a chance to address the mayor

and council of the day at one of their council meetings. The lands that were being proposed for the green zone included both ALR and non-ALR lands. I voiced my concern that with almost 80 per cent of Langley within the ALR boundaries, why would council want to give another authority the power to influence how Langley grows on lands that were outside of the ALR boundaries. The mayor directed this question to the planner that was present at the time. The planner advised council that there would be a process in place that would allow these boundaries to be amended. Council ended up approving the proposed boundaries for the green zone dedication. Well, here we are. It appears as though we have indeed added another layer of bureaucracy to

the planning process that does not want their plan amended, and is not afraid to flex their bureaucratic muscle. My family and I find this especially frustrating as we own property that is not in the ALR and has now been designated rural reserve. We wish we knew this before we bought the property in 1995 and paid a price based on the fact it was not in the ALR and was located within a stone’s throw of a public school. I guess we’ll just wave to the kids being bused from the schools that were or will be closed in the communities that council has designated rural reserve. They have no possibility of developing affordable housing and bolstering their school’s population. Tod McGovern, Langley

Is Bradner ready to become Warehouse Capital of Canada? moval applications. Comments must be in writing (not e-mail) and sent to: Economic Development & Planning Services, City of Abbotsford, 32315 S. Fraser Way, Abbotsford BC V2T 1W7. Do not be complacent. Take the time and make the effort to express your opinion no matter which side of the issue you are on. The choice is yours. Do we want to be known as “The Daffodil Capital of Canada” or “The Warehouse Capital of Canada”? The planning department at city hall has an e-mail address that can be used to express your opinion in this matter. It is: planninginfo@abbotsford.ca Lynda Richard, Bradner

cars, etc. would need to get to and from these warehouses and manufacturing plants. The plan is to create access via freeway entrances and exits at 272nd St. or Lefeuvre Rd. So what exactly do we want for our community’s future? Our community is an incredible place filled with incredible people who respect the history of Bradner and the traditions it is famous for. I have lived here for well over 20 years, and haven’t heard anyone say that they moved here to be close to large warehouses and lots of large truck traffic. Far be it from us to tell people what to do with their own property, but we believe that if this proposal goes forward, it will be the beginning of the end for Bradner. The new owners of these properties will not be members of our community, working together to carry on our traditions, sending their kids to our school. When Gloucester was approved, the developers promised a high end hotel, golf course, running trails, etc. This is not what exists there today. The notification says that we have until June 7 – a ridiculously small time frame – to give input to the City on the ALR re-

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What gives? Editor: I beg to differ with those analysts that seem to be able to justify the increased cost of gas at the pump. This concept of supply and demand is dumb if not stupid. Oil prices drop, the cost of refining has not gone up (at least not to my knowledge), yet the industry hits us with higher gas prices. They know there will be an increase in demand (they always increase the cost of gas for long weekends), yet they seem to be unable to plan for that increased demand. Where is the business plan that is to promote good business practice with customers? What they are doing is gouging us and no one is going to do anything about it, especially the government because they are getting the taxes on the increases. Why is it that the cost of gasoline in the USA is so much lower than gasoline in Canada, and particularly in B.C., as we have the highest gas prices in the country? And get this... some of the gasoline we use here in B.C. is actually refined in the USA. Go figure that one out. Before Christmas there were rumours of gas prices in the neighbourhood of $1.75/litre... now the rumours are that they will be near $2/litre. This is a cause and effect issue, a self-fulfilling prophecy. If you keep telling us that the prices will get that high, we won’t be surprised when they do... and they will, just because we are expecting it. I’m disgusted with this entire process, and the unfortunate thing is that for the most part most of us have no other option. Give some thought to how BC Hydro will be ‘hitting us in the pocket book’ when we, the taxpayer, start driving electric cars... if we can every afford them, that is. D. Atkinson, Langley

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Interested in the future of the Township of Langley? The Township is updating its Ofﬁcial Community Plan (OCP), providing an opportunity for you to help shape the future. An OCP sets direction for growth, transportation, housing, services, and infrastructure for a municipality while considering issues such as health, diversity, the natural environment, climate change, and the local economy.

Township residents are encouraged to use their Green Cans and start adding food scraps in with their yard trimmings.

We need strong public awareness and community input to produce the best plan possible. You can join in through four upcoming workshops and an online engagement webpage at tol.ca, available June 6 to 30. Four “Setting Directions” two-hour workshops will identify opportunities and challenges in our community, sketch out shared goals, and brainstorm some strategies to move ahead. We encourage you to participate in one of the workshops, and share your ideas with fellow residents and stakeholders. Workshop 1 Date: Time: Location: Address:

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Thursday, June 14 2 - 4pm George Preston Recreation Centre 20699 - 42 Avenue

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The Langley Events Centre is located at 7888 - 200 Street

public programs and events Backyard Composter and Rain Barrel Truckload Sales Events Township residents are encouraged to compost and save water this spring and summer. Purchase a backyard composter and/or a rain barrel during one of our truckload sales events, or have one delivered to your home. Backyard composters are $25. Receive a free kitchen catcher with purchase. Rain barrels are $35 and downspout connection kits are $15. With a purchase you can enter to win a free water-saving kit. These special rates are available for Township residents only. Payment can be made by cash or cheque and proof of residency is required. Truckload Sales will be held in: Fort Langley Date: Time: Place: Address:

Saturday, June 2 12 - 2pm Fort Langley Fire Hall #2 23137 - 96 Avenue

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Saturday, June 23 12 - 2pm Costco 20499 - 64 Avenue

Home delivery is available. Composters and rain barrels can also be purchased at the Civic Facility and Operations Centre. Engineering Division 604.532.7300 enginfo@tol.ca

Saturday, June 16 9:30 - 11:30am Langley Events Centre 7888 - 200 Street

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Thursday, June 14 7 - 9pm Langley Events Centre 7888 - 200 Street

This includes all food scraps, bones, paper towels, napkins, and soiled paper. Participating in the Green Can program will help reduce disposal costs and is better for the environment. Residents will receive Green Can information with their tax notices. If you have any questions or concerns about this notice, please visit tol.ca/greencan. Engineering Division 604.532.7300

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The spray park at 40 Avenue and 200 Street in Brookswood is currently closed for renovations. A new and improved spray park will open on July 1. Until then, please visit other Township of Langley spray parks located at:

From June 1 to September 30, Stage 1 lawn sprinkling restrictions are in effect for everyone who uses the municipal water system.

Murrayville Outdoor Activity Park 48A Avenue & 221 Street

Willoughby Community Park 7700 Block of 202A Street

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Walnut Grove Community Park 89 Avenue & Walnut Grove Drive

Residential Lawn sprinkling is only allowed in the morning: • 4am - 9am • Even addresses: Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday • Odd addresses: Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday

Chris Marshall Parks Design and Development 604.533.6128

Non-Residential Lawn sprinkling is only allowed in the morning: • 1am - 6am • Even addresses: Monday and Wednesday • Odd addresses: Tuesday and Thursday • 4am - 9am • All addresses: Friday only For more information visit tol.ca/waterrestrictions. Engineering Division 604.532.7300 enginfo@tol.ca

William Ulrich Community Development 604.533.6044

The Township of Langley Parks Department is hosting a neighbourhood workshop for the design of Routley Neighbourhood Park. Members of the public are invited to attend and provide input for this new neighbourhood park. Date: Time: Place: Address:

Be Wildlife Aware on the Road The Township of Langley is home to a diversity of wildlife habitat. Our residents share the area with many types of animals – large and small. Preservation of wildlife habitat is considered in planning all of Langley’s communities – let’s keep them safe! Help protect our wildlife by respecting road signs and obeying posted speed limits.

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Close to 2,000 people gathered at McLeod Athletic Park on a sunny Friday evening to celebrate, remember and fight back against cancer at the annual Relay for Life, benefitting the Canadian Cancer Society. Friends, family and community members lined the track and erupted in cheers as an estimated 100 cancer survivors, adorned in special yellow shirts, walked the commemorative first lap. “Relay is about wanting to fight back. Many can’t say their lives haven’t been affected by cancer,” said Shannon Todd Booth, community giving co-ordinator for the

Fraser Valley region of the CCS. With more than $280,000 in donations collected so far, and more still pouring in, the Langley relay has become the third largest in B.C., next to Prince George and Coquitlam. This year saw an increase from 81 teams last year to 86 teams this year, with 29 brand new. More than 60 per cent of the teams return to relay year after year, helping to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars. “It was the smoothest event we’ve had to date. It’s never going to be a well-oiled machine because it is always changing. But it’s because of our amazing volunteer workforce

that give their time and talent every year that makes all the difference,” Booth said. “Langley is a community like no other. There is an amazing amount of heart and we are blessed by it.” Beyond its reputation for size, the Langley relay is also becoming known for its youth participation. More than 20 per cent of the registrations come from youth, many of whom join their school teams for the event. “We take pride in youth participation, they have really made it their own,” Booth said. “From the get-go it has been an event that draws all facets of the community together in terms of participation.”

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What does a museum love more than opening up its heritage doors to the public? Students who share a similar passion to celebrate Canada’s legacy. Fifteen students from across the region were selected by BC Farm Museum’s President Syd Pickerell and volunteer Duane Rose to present their Heritage Fair Project during Model “A” Day on June 3. The B.C. Farm Museum exhibits British Columbia’s largest pioneer collection with over 5,000 artifacts and 11,000 publications, in the heart of B.C.’s oldest settlement, Fort Langley. The Museum is owned and operated by the BCFM Association (all volunteers), with support from admissions, donations and funding from the Township of Langley.

Upon learning about the Fraser Valley Heritage Fair, both Pickerell and Rose immediately volunteered to help judge the 147 student projects. The fair, held on April 11 and 12 at the Tradex in Abbotsford, was hosted by Cindy Rowell of the MSA Museum Society. Similar to a Science fair, students chose projects on various Canadian history topics. Dressed up in police uniforms, hockey attire, and traditional Mennonite garb students handed out food, demonstrated medals, and eagerly provided the judges with various facts on Canadian history, coloured with personal experiences and eccentric stories. “It’s so educational for them,” Rowell explains. “They do outstanding work on projects that they are interested in.” “Teachers who do (the competi-

tion) realize the value in it.” Pickerell and Rose personally invited 15 students whose projects they felt complimented the heritage of the B.C. Farm Museum. “It’s really invigorating seeing our youth put such an effort into understanding and conveying their knowledge of our pioneer history” remarked Pickerell. The 15 students will display their projects either in the courtyard between the two museum buildings, weather permitting, or in the second building with the tractors and carriages. Model “A” vintage cars will be parked at the front entrance and on King Street directly in front of the Museum. To view information about the BC Farm Museum and their upcoming events, visit the website at www.bcfma.com

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donation series runs Wednesdays and Fridays from 7 to 8 p.m. Hatzic Secondary School Jazz Band and Afﬁrmation Vocal Jazz Choir on Friday, June 1. Mission Secondary School Jazz Band on Wednesday, June 6. Admission free but donations are appreciated. An Exhibition of Bleaf - works in photo-based abstraction by local artist George Rychter, to Tuesday, June 19, Abbotsford Arts Council show at Kariton Art Gallery and Boutique, Mill Lake Park, 2387 Ware Street, Abbotsford. All ages. Info: 604-852-9358. Downsizing Successfully - a presentation by professional organizer Ranka Burzan, Thursday June 7 at 7:00 pm Murrayville Library, 22071 - 48 Ave. Phone the library to reserve a seat for this free presentation: 604-533-0339. Seniors Appreciation Day - Friday, June 8, 10 a.m. to noon, Muriel Arnason Library invites all seniors to celebrate Seniors’ Week. Enjoy refreshments while browsing newest large print titles. Watch a demonstration of a Daisy Book Reader, and enter a book draw. Meet and greet some of the contributing authors of the book “Reminiscences, Recipes & Remedies: Langley Seniors Reminisce About Their Food Heritage,” which combines recollections and secrets from Langley seniors and pioneers. Copies of this book will be available for sale and can be signed by the authors.

All proceeds will go to Langley Meals on Wheels meal programs. Drop-in. Info: 604-532-3590. Housing Workshop - on the BC Housing SAFER (Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters) Program, Saturday, June 16, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, at the Langley Seniors Resource and Recreation Centre, 20605 – 51B Ave. Please pre-register by calling 604530-3020. No admission fee. Pajama Storytime - a half hour of stories, rhymes and songs for children aged two to six and their caregivers. Children are welcome to come in pajamas and bring a small stuffed toy to Muriel Arnason Library, Wednesday, June 6, 7-7:30 p.m. Registration is required for this free program: call 604-532-3590. Fort Langley Library Knitting Circle - Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m. Drop-in. Bring your knitting to the library and enjoy the companionship of working with others on your project. Beginners welcome. Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca (registration appreciated). Father’s Day Fun - Wednesday, June 13, 1:30-2:30 p.m. at Fort Langley Library. Listen to stories about Dads and make a special gift for Father’s Day. Supplies provided. Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca (registration appreciated). Canada Pension and Old Age Security - Wednesday, June 6, 2-3:30 p.m. at Fort Langley Library, join a Citizen Services Specialist

from Service Canada to discover the many beneﬁts available under each program. Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca (registration appreciated). Also at Muriel Arnason Library, Wednesday, June 20, 7-8 p.m. Registration is required for this free program: call 604-532-3590. Also June 6 at 2 p.m., Fort Langley Library, 604888-0722. Season Finale Céilidh - Down Home Kitchen Party is Thursday, June 14 from 7 to 10 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church, 9025 Glover Rd, Fort Langley. Enjoy traditional music, song & dance. Tickets at the door $5 and include a traditional Maritime lunch of tea biscuits and jam. First Ceilidh of Season 5 is Oct. 4. Info: www.standrewsfortlangley.ca Fraser Health Crisis Line - recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to people who are experiencing emotional distress. No previous experience is needed as extensive training and ongoing support is provided. If you are interested in learning more about this challenging and rewarding opportunity, visit website www.options.bc.ca and follow the link for the Crisis Line. Next training starts July 7. The Sweet - Thursday, June 14 at Cascades Casino Summit Theatre in Langley (604-530-2211). Tickets $49.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) at www.ticketweb.ca and Casino Guest Services.

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Making dining out just a little bit easier It is now easier than ever to make healthy choices when dining out with the recent launch of the Province of British Columbia’s Informed Dining program. Featuring more than 300 restaurant outlets in British Columbia, the program publishes nutritional information and allows diners to view the information in a format similar to that of a nutritional guide on products at the grocery store. All you have to do is look for the Informed Dining logo at participating restaurants. “British Columbians have made it clear they want information to help them make informed choices about what they and their families are eating,” says B.C. Minister of Health Mike de Jong. “With Informed Dining, we are partnering with B.C. restaurants to help make the healthy choice the easy choice.” Some of the participating restaurants include chains such as The Boathouse, De Dutch, A&W and Little Caesar’s, and stand-alone restaurants such as H.A.V.E. Cafe in Vancouver, Mountain Eagle Books in Smithers and Joseph’s Coffee House in Victoria. With people in British Columbia eating a meal in a restaurant approximately 10 per cent of the time, it’s never been more important to be able to source out healthy options. With the new program, calorie and sodium information is prominently highlighted for all regular menu items, while other nutrients, including carbohydrates and fat, are also noted. The program also gives advice on daily calorie and

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encouraging every restaurant to join the initiative and make such information available. “We want to be part of the solution in making healthy choices, easy choices in B.C.,” says Vice-President of the Canadian Restaurant and Foodservices Association Mark von Schellwitz. “This program has the potential to help restaurant patrons become more conscious about what they are eating – it also shines a light on those establishments already providing menu nutrition content while encouraging other restaurants to follow suit.” The provincial government has been working on this program since 2010, and has given restaurants several options for disclosing nutrition information, including a menu insert, a poster or a brochure. “I am proud that we have about 300 outlets across the province signed up to participate in this important program,” says Ian Tostenson, CEO and president of the B.C. Restaurant and Foodservices Association. “I know that other business will continue to learn more about Informed Dining and sign up – this information is what our customers have been telling us they want, and it is our responsibility to provide it.” The initiative is part of the Healthy Families BC campaign, created by the Province to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent chronic disease. For more information, visit www. healthyfamiliesbc.ca/home/informed-dining. The website also features a contest with weekly draws and a grand prize to cook like a chef and learn from a dietitian.

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Emily Taylor Adams started singing at the age of 10 in local malls, fairs, fundraisers and small events, covering the Dixie Chicks and Christmas songs. Embracing all performance opportunities, she graced her first main stage with a band at the Merritt Mountain Music Festival at the age of 13, and was quickly identified as the local “Country Sweetheart.” She will be performing for an intimate audience at Bob’s SteakHouse in downtown Aldergrove on Saturday, June 9 at 7 p.m. A wholesome and genuine individual, Emily has developed a special and personal relationship with her fans. Having experienced bullying in her school years, she understands the complexities of the current generation and uses her music to deliver messages that are positive and uplifting - empowering her listeners with a sense of comfort in knowing “there’s no such thing as normal.” Focusing on establishing a professional music career for herself, Emily took her first trip to Nashville in 2008 to begin the rewarding process of writing and recording her self-titled debut album. Released across Canada in 2009,

her debut album transcends that of a first release. Each song is carefully crafted and produced to deliver the magic of Emily and all that she stands for. With three well rounded singles, ‘Things We Remember’, ‘What Would it Feel Like’ and her current charting single ‘I Never Thought’ under her belt, she was awarded a prestigious title of B.C. Country Music Female Vocalist of the Year in 2010, and has been featured on broadcasts such as Shaw TV’s The Express and Urban Rush. She is known for her position of support with Kids Help Phone through her signature track, ‘I Love You Cause You’re You’ - a personal song she wrote about bullying. Understanding the necessary ingredients for success, Emily has taken the time to build a team of experts around her that she can trust and depend on. She remains active in her pursuit for the next set of perfect songs and messages to place on her second album, and frequents Nashville, where she continues to develop her network and writes regularly with hit songwriters. Preparing now for the release of her fourth single, ‘Keep Your Pants On’, her fans will be introduced to yet another side of Emily as it delivers a message of abstinence,

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roast beef dinner complete with all the trimmings, along with many other delectable dishes to tickle your palette, even if you’re not a meat eater. They will have some door prizes to give away for a few lucky guests, and a chance to buy in and win a 50/50 draw. They will also be collecting donations for Holmberg House. Doors open at 7 p.m. with dinner being served at 7:45. As always, very reasonable drink prices, unlimited fun and the

best and biggest hardwood dance floor in the area at 7999 Bradner Rd. In addition they allow overnight parking so you don’t have to worry about driving home. Don’t miss this great event – organizers are expecting a sellout – so get your tickets early. Tickets are $40 ($45 at the door) available at Wilway Lumber Sales, 28728 Fraser Hwy, Aldergrove or at www. brownpapertickets.com and for more information call 604-856-4375.

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Dodgers gear up to host provincial championship B.C. Bantam AA Baseball Championship comes to town on B.C. Day weekend By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star

Excitement is building for the 2012 Bantam AA Provincial Championships that B.C. Minor Baseball has awarded to Aldergrove Minor Baseball Association. This coming August long weekend, some of the best 13 and 14 year old baseball players from around B.C. will being coming to the Aldergrove Althletic Park to compete in the Provincial Championships. The Langley/Aldergrove Dodgers, our local AA team, will represent the community well. The team also includes two of the youths who were part of last year’s Team Canada Little League team from Langley. Michael Davies of Aldergrove HARRY HUNT PHOTO Aldergrove’s Josh Gastarac bounds into ﬁrst base to beat the ball in peewee baseball action is a co-director for the championships, which will bring six to versus Chilliwack, May 23 at Aldergrove Athletic Park.

seven Lower Mainland teams, as well as three from the Interior and Vancouver Island to this community. Other local teams participating include Chilliwack, Abbotsford, Cloverdale and Vancouver. Davies says the championships will build on the successes of the 2009 Bantam and Peewee Championships, also hosted by Aldergrove. “The calibre of ball is high and we’ll have lots happening that August long weekend,” said Davies. “It will be a round robin series with two pools of five teams. There will be about 35 games on the two fields and each team will play at least four games.” The series runs Thursday to Sunday, August 2-5, with Monday kept open in case of a rain-out. There will be a misting station on site, as well as a concession.

Events include Friday night opening ceremonies and a skills competition. The LA Dodgers play three to four games a week, in addition to practices at the batting cage in the park. “It keeps the boys hopping,” said Davies. “They are a young team and started strong in the spring season and are now working on the younger players for the summer play-downs. There are 12 players and try-outs for the summer start June 3. “It’s nine-man ball and they have to earn their way into the line-up.” Coaches are Calvin and Robert Hewer, Scott Mannick and Colin Stephens. To keep up to date on the championship series see the website aldergroveminorbaseball.com

Red Sox clinch championship Black Press

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Aldergrove Bantam A Red Sox are the Ross Tournament champions.

The Aldergrove Bantam A Red Sox clinched first place in their division of the Ross Tournament at Unwin Park in Newton on Wednesday, May 23. The squad defeated the Newton Braves 12-3 in the final game, which was rained out on the Victoria Day long weekend and had to be played later in the week. It was the second time that the two teams squared off against one another in the tournament.

Aldergrove faced the Braves in their first game of the weekend, and came out ahead 9-1, behind the dominant pitching of MVP Riley Ens. In game two, the Red Sox faced the Newton Mariners and took the game 14-5 with some strong hitting from the team. Ian Burns took home MVP honours. In the final match, Ens again took to the mound for almost a full five innings before giving way to game MVP C.J. Jamieson.

Game highlights included a strong relay from Braeden Palmer to Burns to Travis Thiesen at third base to get the out on what could have been a triple for the Braves. A double play from the Red Sox in the seventh recorded outs at first base and home plate on a ground ball to Burns, Ens and Brendan Peterson. Other team members are Austin Arsenault, Sam Cumyn, Colin Hopes, Tony Johnson, Daven Minhas, Nick Sheel and Andrew Tingren.

Gilbert Rugby Boys Win Fraser Valley’s Final Game

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At left, Betty Gilbert School’s Ash Hotti (with the ball) in the Fraser Valley Finals versus Clayburn School. Aldergrove’s Betty Gilbert School rugby boys took a third place finish in the Fraser Valley grade 8 boys finals, with a 34-22 score over Clayburn School on May 23 at Yale Secondary’s field. Above, the Gilbert team savours victory.

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‘Friendship’ hockey coming to Aldergrove in 2013 Aldergrove Star

It was a tradition that started in Aldergrove in 1986 and in 2013 Aldergrove will again play host to the Peewee International Friendship Hockey Tournament. In the spring of 2013, two teams of Aldergrove Peewee and Bantam aged hockey players will represent our country in our own community at the tournament. Aldergrove will be hosting the world, with 14 teams from seven different countries competing in friendly sport. Friendship Hockey was created by Mr. Tadakiyko Kaneiri, a Japanese business leader whose dream was to create a hockey event where players from different countries could compete in the spirit of friendship and fair play. Building relationships and multi-cultural community takes precedence over goals and wins in this event, which is held in a different country every two years. Although players represent their country, the teams are not selected from the elite players in minor hockey. One of the Aldergrove 2013 organizers is Lyall Sharman, who has been involved in the tournament since the 2007 tourney in New Zealand. “We have a $90,000 budget as hosts and we raised $26,000 of this by December,” said Sharman. “We want alumni of the tournament to become involved, as homestay hosts or volunteers. We will have an alumni game in August and have other events planned to raise funds

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Peewee hockey players from seven nations are coming to Aldergrove for the 2013 Peewee International Friendship Hockey Tournament. Aldergrove will ﬁeld two of the 14 teams in a tournament that is not about scoring and winning but rather about friendly and fair play on the ice. and awareness before next March.” by the name of Mr. Tadakiyko Kaneiri tradition of the host families has conInformation on the tournament had a dream to mark the occasion by tinued in each tournament. and contact persons is on the web- hosting an International Peewee Ice The Friendship Tournament is not site at http://www.peeweefriend- Hockey Tournament for 12 and 13 a business or profit driven event but shiphockey.com/ year old children. He believed that rather a vehicle for young ice hockey Aldergrove will host 12 teams bringing youth together from all over players, both boys and girls, from of 15 players each from around the the world in an atmosphere where different countries to play against world. the emphasis was placed on fair play, each other in the spirit of friendship TOURNAMENT HISTORY sportsmanship, mutual respect and and fair play while experiencing the In 1986 Aldergrove Minor Hockey cultural exchange would develop culture of the host country. Mutual hosted an Atom B Invitational greater tolerance and understanding respect and understanding are two of Tournament. One of the teams that and forge life long friendships. the principal aspects of this tournaparticipated was the Hachinohe His dream became a real- ment that participants learn which in White Bear from Hachinohe, Japan. ity when the first Friendship Hockey turn serves them well for the rest of Mr. Kaneiri was there. Tournament was hosted in 1989 in their lives, both on and off the ice. In 1989 the citizens of the Japanese Hachinohe. All players participatAt the conclusion of the first city of Hachinohe on the island of ing in the tournament were assigned tournament, St. Paul, Minnesota Honshu, celebrated their city’s 60th home stay or host families for the offered to host the second tournaanniversary. A local business leader duration of their stay in Japan. The ment in 1991 and thus the biennial

Friendship Tournament was born. When the next venue is decided upon, the tournament flag is passed to the next host country. Since the tournament’s inception it has been held in Cranbrook, BC; Christchurch, New Zealand; Aldergrove, BC; Canberra, Australia; Tomakomai, Japan; Hachinohe, Japan; Johnson/Como USA; and most recently in Hudson, Wisconsin USA. Aldergrove has attended every tournament and represented Canada with great pride. The tournament prides itself on the fact that there are no losers. All participants “win” by being part of the tournament. Teams participating are not national representative teams but rather teams consisting of players who may not normally be selected to play against international teams or visit and compete in an international event. They are players who play ice hockey for the local community or town, not just to win but for the enjoyment of participating and doing what kids do best: have fun and create friendships. HOMESTAY FAMILIES NEEDED Help make these kids feel at home. Organizers are currently looking for families in Aldergrove to host the international hockey players during the Peewee International Friendship Tournament from March 15 to March 25, 2013. If you are interested in being a part of Aldergrove’s hockey history, contact lindsay@peeweefriendshiphockey.com to inquire about being a Homestay Family.

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Facciotti, Klatt to battle for motocross championship Aldergrove Star

When the Monster Energy Motocross Nationals begin on June 3 at Nanaimo’s Wastelands Motocross Track, competitors Colton Facciotti of Aldergrove/St. Thomas and Dusty Klatt of Campbell River will kick off the most highly anticipated motocross season in recent history. In 2011, the Monster Energy Motocross Nationals MX1 class featured Facciotti and Klatt, who engaged in an epic battle during all stops of the nine race series. The battle ended with Yamaha Red Bull Blackfoot Fox Racing’s Facciotti capturing his third Canadian Motocross Championship in just four seasons, leaving teammate Klatt

to finish in second place. Nanaimo will kick off the first of nine rounds that make up the 2012 Monster Energy Motocross Nationals as the CMRC celebrates its 20th anniversary of the Canadian Pro Motocross Nationals. The excitement level for the upcoming season is at an alltime high as many athletes, including both Facciotti and Klatt, have switched rides and are ready to kick off their 2012 championship hunt with a vengeance. In the MX1 class there is a long list of Canada’s top motocrossers who will storm into Nanaimo aboard their 450 four-stroke machines including KTM Red Bull Royal Distributing’s Colton Facciotti

and Dusty Klatt, Machine Racing Yamaha’s Kyle Keast, Gopher Dunes Honda’s Tyler Medaglia and Yamalube Schrader’s SMX Racing’s Shawn Maffenbeier. If these Canadian racers plan to keep the national title on home soil, they will need to defeat fellow top American racers including Monster Energy Leading Edge Kawasaki’s Matt Goerke and Tyler Villopoto, as well as OTSFF Rockstar Yamaha’s Bobby Kiniry and additional International racers. The 2012 season will also mark one of the deepest MX2 fields in series history as the 2011 Champion, Tyler Medaglia, has moved up to the MX1 class, leaving the door wide open for

Colton Facciotti in high-ﬂying action (ﬁle photo). a new champion. The MX2 Medaglia, OTSFF Rockstar class favourites include Yamaha’s Richard Grey as well Monster Energy Leading Edge as an abundance of racers who Kawasaki’s Teddy Maier and have been training for months Kyle Beaton, KTM Red Bull to become championship Royal Distributing’s Jeremy contenders, hoping to make a

name for themselves aboard their 250-cc four-stroke machines. Over the course of nine weekends there will be 18 motos that will decide both the MX1 and MX2 championships, as racers will have everything from extreme temperatures to varying track conditions and weather elements to challenge them. For competitors, this year will be full of emotions as the Monster Energy Motocross Nationals is one of the toughest and most respected motocross series in the world. For more information log on to www.cmrcracing.com, and for additional event information about Nanaimo visit: www.nanaimomx.com

Carrying the torch for the Special Olys Aldergrove Star

Law enforcement personnel are lacing up to support Special Olympics B.C. The Law Enforcement Torch Run is an inspirational international movement that brings together law enforcement personnel in support of Special Olympics. Since 1990, the B.C. Law Enforcement Torch Run has been instrumental in raising awareness and funds for SOBC athletes and programs. While law enforcement personnel organize a variety of events supporting SOBC throughout the year, the Torch Run is the highlight on the calendar. In the 2012 BC Torch Run, law enforcement personnel from multiple agencies will be hitting the streets in support of Special Olympics B.C. in nearly 30 communities around the province on or around June 8. Participants will complete a three to five kilometre run and then join SOBC athletes and community members for fun and festivities. In the Lower Mainland, the Torch Run is a four-day event covering multiple communities from June 5 to 8. The torch run in Langley features Langley RCMP members on June 5, starting at 1 p.m. at the Langley RCMP detachment and ending at 1:30 p.m. at Douglas Park Community School. Pre-run barbecue will be held at the Langley RCMP detachment from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Post-run softball game with students, SOBC athletes and Torch Run participants is from 1:45 to 2:45 p.m. See website: www.specialolympics.bc.ca/letr

Aldergrove’s McArthur joins golfers at tourney Aldergrove Star

Chilliwack’s Aaron Pauls leads the University of the Fraser Valley men’s golf team into the 10th annual Canadian University/Canadian College tournament, running in Victoria the week of May 28. Aldergrove veteran Dan McArthur will be one of the team players. The tournament will be held at the Cordova Bay Golf Course (cordovabaygolf.com). The Cascades are the defending PACWEST silver medallists and CCAA bronze medallists, and send a strong team to the event. Pauls is joined by UFV’s 2010-11 male athlete of the year, Mission’s Mitch Lock. Veteran Dan McArthur (Aldergrove) returns along with Langley’s Daren Whitehouse and Chilliwack’s Scott Benstead. The Canadian University/College Championship will consist of four rounds of play. Tournament events also include a players’ dinner and awards ceremony. The team event consist of four competitors, of whom the three with the best results each day will count. The top eight golfers at the Canadian University/ College Championship tournament will be invited to participate at the 14th World University Golf Championship in the Czech Republic from July 2 to 7. Tournament results available at www.golfcanada.ca

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263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE MINI excavating, landscaping, hard scaping, skid steer, drainage, driveway removal. No job to small! Mike, 604-657-5800.

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FREE ESTIMATES Serving Langley since 1986 Lawn Mowing - Yard Cleanups Power Racking - Hedges Pruning - Rubbish Removal New Lawns - Top Soil & Bark Mulch. Fully Insured

Call (604)889-6552 WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $75 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $100. Free Delivery 604-856-8877

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Always! Pwr. raking, grass cutting, fertilizing, hedging, pruning, Rubbish rem. Free Est. 604-230-0627

PARADISE LANDSCAPING

PLUMBING

#1 IN RATES AND SERVICE. Licensed. Insured. Clogged Drains. No job too small. 778-888-9184.

GARDENING

LAWN CARE & YARD CLEAN-UP Shrub, Hedge Trim & Tree Pruning Rubbish Removal. Moss/Weed Ctrl. Fertilizer. Flowerbed, Weeding Odd Jobs. Quality Work, Great Price Same day service. Free Estimates. Dave 604-825-0066

BLACK ENGLISH LAB, 3 yrs old, F., spade, all shots. To good home w/lge yard / acreage. 604-308-9348 BLUE PITBULL Pups genetics/ razoredge UKC reg, 9/weeks. $500-$1000. 778-237-2824

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

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

#22047 WE LOVE SMALL JOBS All work guaranteed. High Outlet Electric. 604-220-8347

PETS

CAIRN Terriers. Shots, dewormed. Ready to go to good homes. $650: 604-807-5204.

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

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BORDER COLLIE PUP, male, 13 wks. Registered. Strong trialing & working pedigree. Vet checked. 1st shots. $500. 604-854-6637 Abbts

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

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FEED & HAY

Mainland Rooﬁng Ltd.

Licensed, Government Approved, BBB Accredited.

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

Family owned & operated. Fully insured. We do Cedar Shakes, conversions, concrete tiles, torchon, fibreglass shingles, restoration & repairs. 20 yr labour warranty. 604-723-2626

AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

PETS

GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters. $80. 604-240-5362

25 yrs in rooﬁng industry

DEBT CONSOLIDATION PROGRAM

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

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341 Moon Construction Building Services. Your Specialists in; • Concrete Forming • Framing • Siding 604.218.3064

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MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555.

AFFORDABLE MOVING Local & Long Distance

$45/Hr

From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

PETS

PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

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FEED & HAY

1st CUT local hay. Starting at $3 / bale. Good for horses. Can pickup off field (604)309-8566.

STORES FLYERS DEALS COUPONS BROCHURES CATALOGUES CONTESTS PRODUCTS STORES FLYERS DEALS DEA LS COU COUPON PONS S BROC BROCHUR HURES ES CAT CATALO ALOGUE GUES S CONT CONTEST ESTS S PRODUC PRO DUCTS DUC TS STO STORES RES FLY FLYERS ERS DE DEALS ALS CO COUPO UPONS UPO NS BRO BROCHU CHURES CHU RES

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Pressman The Abbotsford Press Centre has an opening for a Pressman on our spare board. Web Offset experience a must. Must be available for shift work. References required. Interested applicants should direct their resume to:

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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 COCKER SPANIEL Puppies Family raised – pure bred, no papers, $500. (604) 888-0832 FILA GUARD DOGS. Excellent Loyal Family Pet, all shots Great Protectors! Ph 604-817-5957. Golden Retriever, 1 male/1 female, 2 & 3 yrs old, good temperament. $150. (604)795-0118 No Sun calls

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 509

Auction Estate Antique Collectable . June 3 @ 1pm at Dodd’s Auction 3311-28 Ave, Vernon. 1-866-545-3259. View photos at doddsauction.com PATON AUCTIONS

Farm Equipment Consignment Auction on Sat., June 9th at the Anderlini Farm 242 - 240 Street, South Langley 10:00AM 604-940-0852 548

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

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GARAGE SALES

ALDERGROVE,

27347- 0 Ave.

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms! CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422

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 HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

696

OTHER AREAS

1 Plot @ Valley View; Surrey; $5000; beautiful area; very scenic; Maggie 250-768-9790

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RENTALS

FURNITURE

MATTRESSES starting at $99

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APARTMENT/CONDO

ALDERGROVE, 272/Fraser Hwy. 1 bdrm apt. Bright, clean. N/P. $550 + hydro. Avail now. 604-831-2911

ALDERGROVE, Dntn. Avail imm. 1 & 2 bdrm. NS/NP. Call DAVE, 604-328-4461

Saturday-8am to 2pm. Lumber, horse

equip, tools, clothing, furns. etc. Look Who’s Hiring! Browse through bcclassified.com’s career and employment listings in the 100’s.

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

SHIH TZU Bichon puppies, born April 12. Vet ✓ first shots. $500 ea. 604-625-6227 or 604-363-7060.

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LAB PUPS, Chocolate, $700. vet ch, dew-claws rem. 1st shots, dewormed. qual. lines (604)702-0217

PITTBULL PUPPIES. 8 weeks old. 4M & 2 F. Bluenose. Vet checked. $350. each. 604-825-6793

AUCTIONS

REAL ESTATE

560

MISC. FOR SALE

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

TOY POODLE puppies. 1 apricot, 1 white, both male. Adorable. $700. 778-240-2400 (Cloverdale)

REAL ESTATE 625

FOR SALE BY OWNER

ALDERGROVE 7 bdrm, 4 bath, 9 yrs old, 2 a/g stes on 1st floor, 4 bdrms up, open concept kitchen with island, crown moldings, south backyrd. RV access. $579,900. Offers. (604)856-4721

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

ABBOTSFORD: For Lease: 12,000 sf industrial bldg with 3 large overhead drs & office. 1 acre paved and fenced yard with ample parking. Located close to Mt Lehman interchange. Call Ken 604-855-6430

736

HOMES FOR RENT

ALDERGROVE 296th St. 2 bdrm detatched duplex, 5 appl, fenced yard, close to schools, pets considered, $950

Dan Lang Remax Little Oak Realty Ltd. 604-504-7368 or 1-800-668-8661 or email at remaxrentals@live.ca

ALDERGROVE: 3 Bdrm + bsmt, newly reno’d. 10 Useable acres, 2 lrg barns. Cls to town & school. Avail June1. $2500. 604-613-5742

ALDERGROVE, 3bdr, new kitch. n/p, $1100. June1. Drive by 2696130 Ave. Then call 604-617-9373.

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HOMES FOR RENT

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ALDERGROVE. Avail. July 1st. 3 bdrm, 3 appl. N/S. N/P. Refs. $1100/mo + utils. 604-607-0647.

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AUTO FINANCING

GUARANTEED

Auto Loans or

SUITES, LOWER

2002 INFINITI I35, Luxury Edition. 4 door. Very clean. Mint cond. No accidents. 200K. Moving must sell. $9500/obo. (604)541-0018

1-888-229-0744 or apply at:

2002 MAZDA PROTEGE auto 171K. New tires & battery. Aircared $4200. 604-996-0785.

www.greatcanadianautocredit.com

ALDERGROVE 32/267. 3Bdr gr/lvl nr amens, quiet family. Coin laundry avail, no dogs, avail immed. $980 incl heat/h.water. 604-644-8961.

Must be employed w/ $1800/mo. income w/ drivers license. DL #30526

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

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

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2005 NISSAN SENTRA 1.8SE, silver, only 34,000kms, no accid. Exc cond. $8500. 604-513-0004

ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

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

2006 JAGUAR X-Type, 3.0, V6, 114K, silver, black lthr, lady driven, exc cond!! $19,800. 604-542-5833.

1976 CADILLAC Eldorado conv. 40,000 org. miles, must see, like new $22,000 obo. 604-576-4385.

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2007 Honda Civic DXG 5 speed standard, 2 dr., grey, 135K, p/w, p/l, a/c, am/fm/cd, no acc. $10,000 604-793-3819 6-9pm

Need A Ride, Drive Today. Take $500 to $5000 Cash Home. Carter Credit 1.888.688.1837

CARS - DOMESTIC

1985 CADILLAC SEVILLE, 4 L, loaded, all options, mint in/out. all orig, and car cover. 70,000 orig miles. $5000 obo. (604)505-7713. 1988 FORD COROLLA, $800 obo. Auto, Air Cared, exc. cond. (604)598-3288 1992 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD, Immaculate condition. Loaded, sunroof. Bose gold stereo. 58,000 org. mls. $4000. 604-532-8040. 1998 CADILLAC D Ellegance, 107 km, 4 dr sedan, fully loaded, Aircrd to 2013. Very clean. Exc. runner. $3700 firm. Call 604-534-0923 2001 CHEV CAVALIER, 5spd manual, 4dr, low kms, new aircare, $2450 firm. 604-538-4883 2008 BUICK ALLURE sedan. 6 cyl., auto, radio/cd etc. Gray out, cream in. Approx. 65,000km. Very good cond. $10,000. 604-539-1444

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VEHICLES WANTED

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

1974 RED MGB Roadster, reblt mtr, body redone, exc cond, has collector plts, $7,500. 604-541-5487

1-800-910-6402

1997 TOYOTA COROLLA, no rust, auto, A/C until May 2014. Exc. cond. $1400 obo 778-241-7447 1999 TOYOTA COROLLA fully loaded, good cond., silver, auto, 4 dr., $3650 OBO. (604)588-5215 2001 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA, 1.8T turbo, 4 dr sedan, std, all options, exc cond. $5300 obo 604-780-8404

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WANTED: 1980-1981 Celica GT liftback, 5-spd; or a 1979-1981 Supra 5-spd. Cell 250-307-1215.

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828 COMMERCIAL VEHICLES 1990 Dodge Diesel Tow Truck. 5spd, new tires, wheel lift, low km’s, does need finishing work. Pictures available. $3500. 604-996-8734.

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MOTORCYCLES

2001 VICTORY CRUISER deluxe 46,000 kms. 1500 cc, AT H/P $6,500. Call 604-534-2503.

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2005 & 1991 HONDA CIVIC Low Mileage. Call (604)723-3127

TRANSPORTATION

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2003 TOYOTA COROLLA, 4 door, auto, AirCared, no accidents. Exc cond. $5500 obo. 604-313-2780

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2003 TOYOTA COROLLA 5 spd manual, silver, 152K, 1 owner, great on gas, winter & summer tires. $5500. Call 604-560-1684.

ALDERGROVE. Brand new 2 bdrm bsmt ste. Incl hydro. W/D. N/P. Nr park school & bus stop. June 1st. 604-825-8761 or 604-856-7733

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2002 HONDA ACCORD SE, fully loaded. 1 owner, 4 door, champagne colour. 5 spd, 220kms. $4200 obo. 604-813-6159.

We Will Pay You $1000

All Makes, All Models. New & Used Inventory.

ALDERGROVE: 2 or 3 bdrm. legal suite, nr bus, schools, shops, all amens. ns/np, n/ldry. Incl. hydro. 604-557-3794 or 604-625-8789

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RECREATIONAL/SALE

1997 Fleetwood 27’ Class A, selfcont’d, TV, b.i.generator, storage ++ Mint Cond! $12,999. 604-853-5528

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 2007 NISSAN ARMADA SE silver 44,000 mls, 8 pass Exc. Cond! $21,900/obo. 604-309-7956 (Abby)

2004 26’ SPRINGDALE TRAILER, slide out, a/c. Front bdrm., rear kit., exc. cond. $12,900. 604-541-5487

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2008 FREEDOM SPIRIT 20’ travel trailer, like new, hardly used, a/c, f/s, dble bed, dble sink, nook, couch 2 prop tanks/2 batteries, $10,500 obo. Must sell. (604)581-5117

1970’s 14ft. FIBERGLASS BOAT, w/ trailer & motor - 2007 Suzuki (new 2008) 9.9hp 4-stroke. Remote steering & throttle w/ electric start & charges battery. Runs great, low hrs. $1650 obo 604-219-6684

TRUCKS & VANS

1974 Dodge D300, dually flat deck. ramp truck. Original owner. 318 4spd. Best offer. 604-536-1992 1988 CHEVY SILVERADO 2500, 3/4 ton, loaded, a/c, Air Cared, premium cond. 178K. $3500 obo (778)565-4334

1997 VENTURA Mini Van, like new cond in/out, loaded, tinted windows, 4 16” extra new high performance tires on allied wheel avail. $350. AirCared. Picture avail. $1200. 604-9968734. 2000 DURANGO 4X4, loaded, seats 7, AirCrd, exc. cond. $4100 obo. Call 604-780-8404 2003 CHEVY VENTURE LS, 7 passenger, auto, 5 door, 189K, $3500 obo (604)298-2659 2005 FORD F150, 4X4, crew cab , green, auto, 160 kms, options, $12,000 firm. Call 604-538-9257.

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BOATS

2012 9.9 4 stroke never used, 3 yr warranty, $350 off retail price. $2650. Call 604-788-0718.

In the matter of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act, Aggressive Auto Towing 63 West Railway, Abbotsford, BC V2S 8B6. 604-854-5669 claims a Warehouseman’s Lien against the following vehicles: Paciﬁc Winds Transportation Inc. 1994 Ford 2whdr. Red Tractor VIN# 1FTYA95DXRVA27092 Amount owning $9735.47

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

604-857-1100 realestate@danflokstra.com Dan F lokstr lokstra a .COM

m a e r D r u o y e Mak a Reality! $537,900

27145 35 AVE.

SWEETHEART DEAL!

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.

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604-857-1100

26635 30A AVENUE

NEED SPACE?

$389,900

Very unique floor plan in this 1800 sq. ft. home situated on a 5700 sq. ft. lot. close to schools, with sideyard, RV parking – could be extra parking if you want to suite it. Have a look – make your offer. Call Dan!

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Dan Flokstra

6141 - 264TH STREET

604-857-1100

$879,900

5 ACRES OK… OK…this is worth a second look – 1900 sq.ft. on main house plus 2 detached suites in a good location. You will not be disappointed, all very neat and clean, here. Very cool floor plan – an easy place to make home.

SOLD

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Dan Flokstra

604-857-1100

27908 TRESTLE AVE.

$548,900

LEGAL SUITE!

Check out this quality built home in West Abby. 9’ ceilings up and down - all the extras you would want. This home has a very bright suite. Full sundeck plus patio. 3 bedrooms up, 3 bedrooms down - available immediately!

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Dan Flokstra

#106 5498 267TH ST

604-857-1100

$295,000

A VERY UNIQUE SITUATION!

NEW PRICE!

1000 sq ft of 2 bedroom living quarters above 1000 sq ft of warehouse in Gloucester Estates, zoned Industrial, its all legal nothing to worry about here. Take a look you will be impressed. Quick possession possible.

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Dan Flokstra

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 Fraser Hwy, 2 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.

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Dan Flokstra

604-857-1100

$549,900

27031 - FRASER HWY.

$1,590,000

359 - 240 ST

19.5 ACRES 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?

Call

Dan Flokstra

604-857-1100

$539,900

26851-24 AVE

SPOTLESS!

Very open floor plan here with vaulted ceilings new flooring, new paint and all the “Green” upgrades done here, as in new High efficiency furnace with Air conditioning, tankless hotwater system, dual flow toilets etc. There is nothing to do here but move in! New appliances, R.V. parking, double garage and a large Gazebo in the back yard you gotta see this one, book your appointment now. Very bright home and very clean check it out today.

Call

Dan Flokstra

2825 - 256TH STREET

604-857-1100

$1,995,000

37 ACRES – HOME PLUS LARGE BARNS 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.

Call

Dan Flokstra

604-857-1100

#101-5570-268 STREET

GLOUCESTER

$389,900

2 bedroom 2 bathroom residential unit over 2268 sq ft of industrial unit great location in Gloucester and available for immediate possession. Zoned industrial it’s a legal suite so nothing to worry about here.

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Dan Flokstra

604-857-1100

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

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Dan Flokstra

2883 - 264TH AVE.

604-857-1100

$1,589,000

Out of ALR! 2,000 sq. ft home plus 48’x26’ shop on 2.27 acres. 2 road frontages, large graveled area, designated industrial. Take a look here – a safe investment. I always invest in land for security in the future.

Call

Dan Flokstra

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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Dan Flokstra

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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Dan Flokstra

26641 FRASER HWY, ALDERGROVE • 604-857-1100

604-857-1100

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2011 CORVETTE GRAND SPORT CONVERTIBLE

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MSRP $111,395

SALE $81,999

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MSRP $54,355

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2012 BUICK VERANO

MSRP $27,250

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