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Driver fined $1,500 in flagger’s death By VIKKI HOPES Aldergrove Star
HARRY HUNT PHOTO Aldergrove Secondary school’s garden has been a rewarding exercise in sustainable living for the participants. Story, page 12.
Pistol ‘prank’ frightens senior By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star
A senior Aldergrove man almost had a heart attack when an adolescent boy pulled a pistol, pointed it at him at point blank range and pulled the trigger, Sunday afternoon. Don Fowler said the “prank” incident was entirely unprovoked and unexpected, and was not at all funny. Fowler had been driving his pickup truck west on 32 Avenue about 3:30 p.m. on Oct. 14 when he spied three young boys between the ages of 11 and 14, crossing the road ahead of him in the 26800-block. Two of the boys continued crossing from south to north in the middle of the
block but Fowler stopped his truck when he noticed that one boy had stopped walking when he was in the middle of the road and stood still on the solid yellow line. “Not knowing what his plans were I slowed right down in case he ran in front of me,” said Fowler. “It was raining and the streets were wet. I pulled up very slowly and put my window down to ask if he was OK.” It was then that the boy lifted his hands up, holding a Colt-type black pistol from about two feet away from Fowler’s face. “He pointed this gun right at my face. I could see the barrel was big enough to be a .22 revolver,” said Fowler. “He started pulling the trigger and I started to duck
when I heard three snaps from a very real looking cap gun.” Fowler said the boy and his friends were laughing as he pulled away and drove a block and a half before stopping to catch his breath and let his pounding heart slow down before calling Langley RCMP. Fowler, who has been taken to hospital twice this year because of his heart condition, said police did follow up but so far have no suspects in the case. “I know this is not an earth-shattering incident but to me it might have been,” said Fowler. “But to the young fellow and his two young buddies jumping up and down and laughing on the side of the road, that sure was funny.”
A flagger who witnessed co-worker Don Cain get hit by a car in Mission in July 2010 and dragged to his death sobbed in court Monday as she told Judge Jill Rounthwaite how the incident had affected her. Ingrid Ayana, in giving her victim impact statement during the sentencing hearing for driver Thor Shay of Mission, said she can’t sleep, has panic attacks, and can’t get images of the crash out of her mind. She said she had switched places with Cain only six minutes before he was struck, and she blames herself for his death. Crying could be heard throughout the packed courtroom during her statement. The judge wiped away her own tears before stepping down from her bench to hug and comfort Ayana. Rounthwaite sentenced Shay, 59, to a $1,500 fine and a one-year driving ban for a charge of driving without due care and attention. Shay was scheduled to begin trial on Monday in Abbotsford provincial court, but entered a surprise guilty plea. The judge acknowledged to family members in attendance that the sentence was “laughable in comparison to the death of your son and brother. “There is nothing that the court can do that can possibly make it better or can in any way compensate, or be sufficient for, the death of a loved one,” Rounthwaite said. According to the provincial Crown counsel spokesperson, the maximum Flagger Don Cain amount applicable under the law for that offence is $2,000. Cain, a 49-year-old Aldergrove resident, was working as a flagger on Lougheed Highway just west of Oliver Street on July 15, 2010 when he was struck by Shay. It was a clear day and roads were dry at the time. Crown and defence lawyers said during their agreed statements of facts that Shay had been temporarily blinded by the sun and did not see Cain before he hit him. He was not speeding at the time, they said. But Cain’s sister, Sherry Isenor, read from a WorkSafeBC report during her victim impact statement, indicating that an investigator from the agency had travelled the same route, at the same time of day in similar weather conditions within a week of the crash, and reported the sun was not an issue, Isenor said. She also read a portion of the report that stated Shay’s windshield had been cracked and dirty at the time of the incident. SEE: Page 3
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A 20-year-old Surrey man charged in connection with two violent attacks on local transit, including the choking of a bus driver and stabbing of a passenger in Aldergrove, pleaded guilty in Surrey Provincial Court on Wednesday. Steven Fayant was expected to go to trial, charged with aggravated assault for the stabbing of a 41-year-old Langley man who was getting off the bus near Aldergrove Centre Mall on Feb. 21. Fayant is also charged with assault in connection with choking a Surrey bus driver on Feb. 18. Before police knew who the attacker was, the bus drivers’ union issued a public warning about the attacks. At the time, Langley RCMP said that Fayant was arrested a couple of days later at his Surrey home. The arrest was made possible after a
Langley Mountie recognized the man from surveillance footage provided by TransLink. He is also dealing with another charge of assault that took place on Sept. 25, 2011 in Langley. Fayant was denied bail and has been behind bars since the February attacks. Fayant is due back in court on Dec. 5 for a pre-sentencing hearing. The judge has ordered a psychiatric evaluation. The victim of the stabbing wasn’t known to Fayant and it isn’t known what provoked the stabbing, said police. He was stabbed in the back as he was getting off the bus. The 41-year-old victim has recovered from the stabbing. In the Surrey incident, a rider returned to the driver and started choking him. The assailant suddenly let go and ran off the bus.
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The family of Don Cain’s family leaves the Abbotsford provincial courthouse on Monday morning. From left are sister Debbie Cain, mom Irene Cain and sister Sherry Isenor.
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Isenor was joined in the courtroom by sister Debbie Cain, herself a flagger; mom Irene Cain; and several members of the B.C. Flagging Association. Cain’s two sons, ages 19 and 20, were too traumatized to be there, Isenor said.
Pool committee selected By NATASHA JONES Aldergrove Star
A Township councillor has charged gender bias in the selection of a quartet of people who will sit on a standing committee with four council members. Township bylaws dictate that there must be an equal number of elected officials as lay people on a standing committee. Advertising drew 18 applications, and these were whittled down to three men and one woman who will sit on the Aldergrove pool/community centre committee. “Women are very strong users of the pool, and I don’t know why there isn’t a better balance,” Councillor Kim Richter said. The citizen representatives are Troy Theodore, president of
the Aldergrove Minor Hockey Association; Mike Baldwin, a chiropractor at Coastal Health Arts Clinic; John Pusic, principal of Aldergrove Secondary, and Joanne Nicolato, a staunch campaigner for a pool and ice rink. They will serve with chairman Councillor Bob Long, Councillors Charlie Fox, Steve Ferguson and Bev Dornan. Mayor Jack Froese is an ex-officio member. On Monday, Richter took a shot at one committee member, Pusic, because he does not live in Langley and therefore does not pay taxes here. Froese defended the selection. “It’s not a decision-making committee,” he pointed out. “The final decision always rests with council.”
Dornan said that “this committee is just the beginning, to take the opening concepts to the community.” “We wanted people who could reach out to as many people as they can,” Fox commented. The committee will issue its first report in January. On Saturday, Nov. 17, the committee will host the first public open house where the public can have a say. It begins at 10 a.m. at the Aldergrove Kinsmen Community Centre. It will be followed by the Mayor’s Forum which runs from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The Township has proposed to build a community/leisure centre on the site of the vacant Aldergrove Elementary School for a new ice rink that will replace Aldergrove Arena, a pool and other amenities.
Association co-founder Tammy Sampson stood up in court to suggest the laws need to be changed for drivers who kill or injure flaggers. “I think a $1,500 fine is too minimal. It sets a poor example for B.C. drivers who drive through our construction zones on a daily basis,” she
told the judge. Outside of court, the family said the laws need to be stronger. “A $1,500 fine is ridiculous … He should at least be doing some jail time to prove the fact that you can’t be out there killing people. It’s just that simple,” Isenor said.
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At the Thursday, Oct. 11 Safety Star celebration, Junior Fire Chief for the Day, Loran Mayo, a six-year-old Grade Two student at Gordon Greenwood (in yellow turnout gear) and her eight-year-old sister Vega came out to the Civic Facility with firefighters to pick up Township Mayor Jack Froese and bring him to the luncheon and presentation held at the Murrayville Fire Hall. Firefighter Colin Gaetan from Hall 8 showed the girls all the features of a fire truck. Loran’s name was drawn out of 115 entries.
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Eric Bysouth passed Aldergrove Star away on Friday, after several months in hosEric Bysouth passed away on pital. He was 89. Friday, after several months in hosHe was a very active member pital. He was 89. of the Langley community for over He was a very active member 40 years, and was a recipient of the of the Langley community for over H.D. Stafford Good Citizen Award 40 years, and was a recipient of the in 1993. H.D. Stafford Good Citizen Award Among his many activities in 1993. over the years were involvement Among his many activities in the Langley Rotary Club, Valley over the years were involvement Transportation Advisory Council, in the Langley Rotary Club, Valley Langley Reunification Association Transportation Advisory Council, and the Arboretum and Botanical Langley Reunification Association Society of Langley. He was also and the Arboretum and Botanical involved in Scouting and as a volSociety of Langley. He was also unteer with the YMCA. involved in Scouting and as a volHe and his wife Helen celebratunteer with the YMCA. ed their 65th wedding anniversary He and his wife Helen celebratlast year. ed their 65th wedding anniversary Mr. Bysouth served in the Royal NATASHA JONES PHOTO last year. Canadian Air Force in the Second Eric and Helen Bysouth spoke with Times reporter Natasha Jones Mr. Bysouth served in the Royal NATASHA JONES PHOTO World War and spent many years last year, as they were profiled in the publication Sideroads. Canadian Air Force in the Second Eric and Helen Bysouth spoke with Times reporter Natasha Jones working for the federal governWorld War and spent many years last year, as they were profiled inPark the (behind publication Sideroads. the Langley Crossing ment. from Don Woode, responding to an working for the federal governSafeway) would not have the faciliThe Bysouths moved to Langley attack made on a Bysouth perspec(behind the Langley Crossing ment. Don Woode, responding to an tiesPark it has, as again Eric was instruabout 1970, and lived for many tivefrom by another letter writer. Safeway) would not have the faciliThe Bysouths moved to Langley attack made on a Bysouth perspec- mental in obtaining grants that years on a picturesque property on “I don’t always agree with Eric ties it has, as again Eric was instruabout 1970, and lived for many tive by another letter writer. 232 Street, with a tributary of the Bysouth, but (letter writer) Ritchie assisted in the construction. in obtaining grants that years on a picturesque property on “I don’t always agree with Eric mental “And that is just to name three Nicomekl River flowing through. is correct in one aspect of the letter. assisted in the construction. 232 Street, with a tributary of the Bysouth, but (letter writer) Ritchie rather visible projects that he has While Mr. Bysouth was involved Eric is a legend, and not only “in his “And that is just to name three Nicomekl River flowing through. is correct in one aspect of the letter. been involved in. There are countwith the Conservative and Reform mind” as stated. visible projects that he has While Mr. Bysouth was involved Eric is a legend, and not only “in his lessrather other projects in which he has parties, his main interests were in He is a true legend amongst been involved in. There are countwith the Conservative and Reform mind” as stated. the area of public policy. those of us who have been here had a hand, and for which this comless other projects in which he has parties, his main interests were in He is a true legend amongst He was a prolific writer of letters a while, and know of his untiring munity owes him a thank you.” had a hand, and for which this comthe area of public policy. those of us who have been here Mr. Bysouth for about a decade to the editor, with his last letter to contributions to this community. munity owes him a thank you.” He was a prolific writer of letters a while, and know of his untiring issued regular report cards on the The Times published on June 14, “Without his efforts, McLeod Mr. Bysouth for about a decade to the editor, with his last letter to contributions to this community. performance of Langley Township shortly before he was hospitalized. Park would not be anywhere near issued regular report cards on the The Times published on June 14, “Without his efforts, McLeod council, often causing council That letter dealt with the issue the facility it is today, as he was performance of Langley Township shortly before he was hospitalized. Park would not be anywhere near members to get agitated about of Canada’s fiscal position and how instrumental in its early developcouncil, often causing council That letter dealt with the issue the facility it is today, as he was some of his points. it was important for the federal ment into a comprehensive sports to get agitated about of Canada’s fiscal position and how instrumental in its early develop- members For some of those years, he government to keep the economy facility, from the rubble pile it once some of his points. it was important for the federal ment into a comprehensive sports appeared as a delegation to council strong. was. some of those years, he government to keep the economy facility, from the rubble pile it once to giveFor his marks in person. Even while in hospital, he was “Without his efforts, the Rotary appeared as a delegation to council strong. was. After selling their property on keeping up with issues that he had field house would not be nearly as Even while in hospital, he was “Without his efforts, the Rotary to give his marks in person. an interest in. large, as he was instrumental in 232 Street about six years ago, the After selling their property on keeping up with issues that he had field house would not be nearly as Bysouths moved to Langley City. His letters often prompted obtaining additional funding. This 232 Street about six years ago, the an interest in. large, as he was instrumental in His family plan a private funeral response from other readers, and older gentleman was even out haulHis letters often prompted additional funding. This Bysouths moved to Langley City. one published in March, 2009 ingobtaining dirt by wheelbarrow and raking service this week, with a public His family plan a private funeral response from other readers, and older gentleman was even out haul- memorial service to follow at a later prompted several. the landscaped areas. service this week, with a public one published in March, 2009 ing dirt by wheelbarrow and raking date. This is an excerpt of a letter “Without his efforts, Rotary memorial service to follow at a later prompted several. the landscaped areas. This is an excerpt of a letter “Without his efforts, Rotary date.
June Driediger receives Jubilee medal June Driediger receives Jubilee medal
the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond efforts have been the driving force Jubilee Medal at the 18th Langley behind the Langley Leadership British Columbia’s Aldergrove Star senior the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond efforts have been the driving force Prayer Breakfast. Prayer Breakfast since its incepSenator, Gerry St. Germain, with Leadership Medal at the 18th Langley behind the Langley Leadership British Columbia’s senior Jubilee “It is really a privilege for me tion. Her dedication to the success the assistance of the Hon. Rich Breakfast. Prayer Breakfast since its incepSenator, Gerry St. Germain, with Leadership Prayer on behalf of His of this event and the many other Coleman, MLA for Fort Langley- to recognize, “It is really a privilege for me tion. Her dedication to the success the assistance of the Hon. Rich Excellency the Governor General, endeavours which she’s champiAldergrove, and Mark Warawa, on behalf of His of this event and the many other Coleman, MLA for Fort Langley- to recognize, exceptional contributions oned in her community, highlight MP for Langley, recognized the theExcellency the Governor General, endeavours which she’s champiAldergrove, and Mark Warawa, to Canada made by June,” said her outstanding commitment to achievements of long time Langley contributions oned in her community, highlight MP for Langley, recognized the the St.exceptional Germain. the people of the Fraser Valley,” resident June Driedger for her con- Senator Canada made by June,” said her outstanding commitment to achievements of long time Langley to “June is a model citizen whose Senator St. Germain said. tributions to Canada by awarding the people of the Fraser Valley,” resident June Driedger for her con- Senator St. Germain. “June is a model citizen whose Senator St. Germain said. tributions to Canada by awarding Aldergrove Star
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Four new Langley schools planned By MONIQUE TAMMINGA Aldergrove Star
Tear down Willoughby Elementary and Langley Secondary and build new facilities nearby; turn R.E. Mountain Secondary into a middle school and build an addition onto the overcrowded R.C. Garnett Elementary -- these are just a few of the recommendations to come out of the much-anticipated Long Term Facilities Plan on Tuesday night. The plan was unanimously approved at a special Board of Education meeting. It was a full house, with parents from several schools, including Glenwood Elementary and Langley Secondary, wanting to know what is planned for their children’s schools. This is the first long-term plan Langley School District has ever had, pointed out board chair Wendy Johnson. “It has been a commitment of this board to consult with the public and we will continue to do that,” she promised. “These are broad recommendations, a road map for the future,” said Trustee Megan Dykeman. “The intention of the board is not to rush decisions,” said Trustee Cecilia Reekie. “This plan looks at being ahead of the curve so we don’t repeat what happened in Willoughby,” said Dykeman. But some of the recommendations made in the plan will become immediate requests in a five-year capital plan the board must submit to the Ministry of Education by the end of October. That capital plan, if approved by trustees, will ask the province to fund an addition onto the already overcrowded R.C. Garnett Elementary, as well as build three new elementary schools and one new high school in Willoughby. The plan recommends that an elementary school be built where the James Anderson Learning Centre is, and relocate the centre to a different site. Once a new high school is open in Willoughby, the intent will be to convert the overcrowded R.E. Mountain to a middle school. Enrolment at Mountain is expected to double within five years. Because of the Township’s plan to develop the Latimer neighbourhood (around Langley Events Centre and Mountain), three elementary schools and a high school will be needed in the area to handle the influx of people.
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The regional taxes and utility fees paid to Metro Vancouver by homeowners are expected to go up 0.9 per cent next year. That translates into a $4 increase to $448 in 2013 for all Metro services for an average home assessed at $714,000. The regional district’s draft budget for 2013 rises 2.5 per cent to $635 million, but growth in the region’s tax base means the tax hike per home is smaller. Sewage and drainage is the biggest part of the budget, accounting for $171 next year per average home, followed by $148 for drinking water, $89 for solid waste and $40 for other regional services, including parks, air quality monitor-
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Projections show that there is a major increase in preschool enrolment which will translate into larger enrolment in elementary schools in the future. Relocating Willoughby Elementary is necessary because the building is sitting at what will be the commercial hub of Willoughby at the intersection of 208 Street and 80 Avenue, said the report. That will be the major town centre with commercial development and businesses surrounding it. Glenwood is among three aging schools that are recommended to be replaced at an alternative location. “Is finding alternative sites for Glenwood, Langley Secondary and Willoughby Elementary code for closing these schools?” asked Trustee Rob McFarlane. “It doesn’t mean closures. It means relocated to an adjacent or nearby site,” said consultant Hugh Skinner, who put together the plan. “It’s a relief to see we are near the end HARRY HUNT PHOTO of enrolment decline,” said trustee Rod Colin Dewit of the Glen Valley Cranberry Farm Ltd. harvests berries for the Thanksgiving weekend. Ross. The plan also asks the board to look at determining whether three closed schools — Bradshaw, County Line and Murrayville — are required for programs or services or should be disposed of. Aldergrove Secondary enrolment has declined and the school has underutilized space. Consultation with what to do with that school will get underway. The plan also wants the board to start a discussion around middle grade education for Brookswood, D.W. Poppy and Walnut Grove area schools. Johnson told the audience that there has been a lot of research that indicates middle schools provide students with a better learning environment. “We need to share that research and decide is that the best way to organize education,” Johnson said. One parent asked if there was a timeline when discussions around middle schools is going to start. “It is in the fairly immediate future. Can’t say if it’s in January or March but we will advise you,” Johnson replied. The board encouraged all parents to look at the plan online at the district website at sd35.bc.ca. They also asked people to email or call and offer comments.
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VICTORIA – It was a sunny Thanksgiving weekend when I took my first alltransit trip from Victoria to Vancouver for a B.C. Lions football game. Despite all the doomsaying about people shunning ferries because of some media-determined “tipping point” in fares, you wouldn’t have guessed it that weekend. Articulated buses were jammed coming and going from the Tsawwassen terminal to the Canada Line. Returning to Vancouver Island on Sunday, I was struck by the crowds, and the low cost: SkyTrain, express bus, walk-on passenger fare and express bus to Victoria totalled about $20. This explains the surge in walk-on traffic. BC Ferries issued bulletins advising first that Tsawwassen’s parking lot and then Swartz Bay’s were full. The Tsawwassen First Nation’s shuttle parking next door was overflowing, with cars tucked into every level space. And even with hourly sailings, the major route had plenty of vehicle traffic, with all available vessels running. Now the long, late summer is gone, and the political theatre resumes. Transportation Minister Mary Polak picked up where the retiring Blair Lekstrom left off, reminding people that BC Ferries is going to deal with rising costs primarily by ceasing the prac-
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tice of running vessels a third full or less. This comes as “consultation” begins with smaller ferry communities on where and when these sailings will be cut. And it follows the first major price-cap decision by the newly empowered B.C. Ferry Commissioner, Gord Macatee. He now can determine service levels as well as fares, which are permitted to rise about four per cent in each of the next three years. The NDP’s ferry critic, North Coast MLA Garry Coons, has also decided to transition to his government pensions next year. But before he sails away, he has doubled his repertoire of outraged sound bites to two. Along with every coffeeshop know-it-all on the coast, Coons perpetually reminds us that ferries are “part of our highway system.” He remains convinced that this financially illiterate cliché somehow deals with the fact that even a subsidy approaching $200 million this year can’t keep all those boats afloat forever. A family of four on a long driving trip faces similar price increases, when you factor in tolls, insurance, food and other costs beyond the fuel tank. But for some reason the “government” is supposed to provide special relief to those who choose the most inaccessible places to live. Coons’ latest tack is that BC Ferries has lost its way,
trying to be a fancy cruise ship service instead of giving people basic transportation at an affordable price. That would be terrible if it were true. But those amenities on newer vessels are there because they make money, utilizing staff who have to be on board anyway. As everyone but the NDP seems to grasp, the big costs are fuel, maintenance, and minimum crew levels to meet federal regulations, regardless of passenger revenue. I was reminded on the last busy weekend of the year that the new Coastal-class ferries kept vehicle capacity the same while increasing passenger space. This choice anticipated today’s travel reality nearly a decade ago. Good thing somebody was able to understand ferries as a business, as opposed to a welfare program for the reclusive and the rich. BC Ferries has already cut sailings on the TsawwassenDuke point route. As described in an earlier column, this needlessly long run is the biggest boondoggle in BC Ferries history, a Dave Barrett-era payoff to the union that continues today. Changes will now come to other routes that minimize shifts and overtime, rather than inflating them. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
Editor: Finally we have an idea that makes perfect sense and would go a long way to solving 16th Ave traffic woes (“Common sense needed on 16th Avenue,” Aldergrove Star letters, Oct. 4). It puts matters in perspective and is far more logical than anything that has been brought forward to date. Up to this point we’ve been told: - The police are unable to patrol and pull over vehicles on 16th Ave due to narrow shoulders and no pullouts(this alone gives motorists all the permission they need to set their own speed limits); - There is no money to upgrade and improve 16th Ave. at the present time. With this in mind, I shake my head and ask why? Why would the powers that be facilitate the building of an interchange at Hwy. 99 and 16th Ave. (“Ministry moves on 16th Ave on-ramps,” Peace Arch News, Sept. 25) when 16th Ave is already overloaded with more traffic than it can handle now? It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to know this will only contribute to the funneling of more traffic onto this over loaded country road. In 2004 when council was holding meetings on the Zero Ave. speed humps, I recall Councillor Kositsky being somewhat exasperated over the Township’s Master Road Plan, or lack thereof. He stated of having heard of this Master Road Plan for 20 years and was yet to see anything that resembled one. I don’t think we’ve progressed anywhere since then. It is my opinion that the Township is being reactive, not proactive, in their traffic planning. They are using Band-aid solutions on traffic situations that call for major surgery. Why not fix it once and fix it right? Bring Zero Ave. back into the equation. It is a perimeter road that would work well for the commuters and alleviate a lot of unnecessary traffic flowing through the more populated areas. Also, as the letter writer states, it would be a much safer route due to no cross streets. One two-lane country road should not be expected to carry all the east/west traffic for the entire portion of the southern Township. It is overtaxed and unsafe at the present time and the interchange is only going to create more traffic and many more problems. I would like to remind our mayor, council, engineers, etc., that you have a responsibility for the safety of those of us that live on or near 16th Ave. and those of us that have to use it. D. Johnston, Langley
Keep it tidy, please Editor: I am an Aldergrove resident on 29th Ave between the Aldergrove Community Secondary school and 270th St. I would like to comment on the garbage and litter that is 95 per cent generated from the students, from September to June. I think there is much complacency in allowing the kids to act this way. I understand that math, science and social studies are important to nurture a growing mind but equally important is how we treat the environment and our community. I feel it is the school’s responsibility to adopt a program or implement a creative way to educate the students and control this. After all, the kids enter and exit from their front door. Brent Watson, Aldergrove
An ‘oily’ suggestion Editor: Studies funded by tar sands giant Suncor conclude that the vast operations in northern Alberta have no far-reaching impact on the environment of the Athabasca Delta north of the bitumen extraction mines. The studies were recently published in online journals. I look forward to further news sponsored by Big Oil telling of plans to bottle Athabasca River water for sale to all those not regularly enjoying its special qualities as reported by First Nations communities in the area. Perhaps a health spa could be included in what now appears to be thousands of hectares of industrial landscape. Tony Eberts, New Westminster
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Terry Metcalfe: a lifetime of service to his home community By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star
Terry Metcalfe has seen many changes in Langley over the past 60-odd years. Langley today doesn’t look anything like the rural hamlet he came to in 1949 when his parents moved the family halfway across the country from his birthplace of Regina. And in many ways Metcalfe has contributed to those changes over the years, and indeed, continues to contribute to them. However, the one constant in his life has been the importance of service to his community, whether it’s his careers in the military, public education and fire department, or the myriad of volunteer positions he’s served and continues to serve in his retirement. “When we first came to 42 Avenue, Hillcrest, in Brookswood there had been a large forest fire here in the ‘40s, and I was playing in the ashes,” recalls Metcalfe. “And Belmont was a oneroom red school house, where I attended grades 1 and 2, before it was replaced.” He went on to graduate from Langley Secondary in 1962 and after completing grade 13 and training at Royal Roads and Royal Military College in Kingston in 1967, he signed on with the Royal Canadian Navy. He was sure he wanted a career in the navy, and thoroughly enjoyed seeing the world on destroyer escorts from Panama to Australia to Tahiti for three years, but found it was not what he wanted to do. “I decided it was not for me and on my release in 1970 I went to SFU for my teaching certificate. In January 1972 I started teaching at H.D. Stafford Secondary.” Metcalfe remained involved with the Sea Cadet program, however. He was one of the original members of RCSCC Columbia in Aldergrove as he transferred here from New Westminster in 1959 when Columbia was founded by George McAdam. “I was Columbia’s first senior cadet, from 1959 to 1963, and
came back as an officer from 1972 to 1986. I served under George McAdam and took over as commanding officer when he retired.” Metcalfe also started out as a volunteer fire fighter in Langley in 1972 at Brookswood Hall #5, where he rose to chief, and when Langley Township offered its six district fire chiefs full-time employment in 1986, Metcalfe decided the time was ripe for another career change. “As it happened 1986 was a struggle for the B.C. Teachers’ Federation,” recalls Metcalfe. “The BCTF had become a union and 1985 was their first strike. So I switched to the fire department.” Here Metcalfe rose through the ranks to become Township Fire Chief, before retiring in 2004 as the department began its transition to full-time crews. Today there are four full-time fire halls, with a total crew of 64, 16 per shift. He observes that there are fewer fire calls these days, thanks to smoke alarms and sprinklers that help reduce overall damage, but in trade there is a larger role in attending vehicular crashes. “We are first responders and not only do we protect the injured, we also protect ambulance paramedics from being hit by cars or hurt by toxic spills. Fires are fewer but still require manpower.” Over those years he built his home next door to his parents’ home in Brookswood, as well as served as past-president of Aldergrove Rotary Club and current chair of the Aldergrove Credit Union board of directors. His biggest challenge since retiring has been leading the major reconstruction of Langley Lodge, where he currently serves as chair of the Care Society that oversees its operations. “Retired people like myself are valuable because we’re available in the daytime but it comes to a point when you have to pick and choose how many organizations you can be involved with. So I’ve put my major focus on the Lodge.” The Lodge’s 28-million renovation has fully modernized the
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Terry Metcalfe relaxes at his Brookswood home during his rare free times in retirement. original 1974 building, which were previously double rooms shared by pairs of seniors. Now the 139 residents have private rooms to themselves (although there are still five double rooms which are available to couples), and each floor has a dining room for the floor’s 26 residents. There are 150 staff, although some are part-time. “When it started in 1974 it was seniors housing, but now it’s complex care. Thanks to programs that help keep people in their own homes longer we’re seeing residents who are much frailer than before. I can remember when there used to be half a dozen wheelchairs used at the Lodge, today there are 50.” The 24-hour care, food and activities to keep minds active cost money. It works out to $5,400 each resident per month, and while most residents are subsidized by government, there are presently 18 who are able to pay their own way privately. “There are more today who need help with their medications, we have two physiotherapists, a hairdresser — more than
three quarters are women, they live longer than men — and we like to offer programs and activities so that they’re not stuck in front of a TV all day long.” The residents don’t have cash but they have a comfort fund that pays for treats like the Lodge’s “New to You Clothing Sales” and supplements to the food service such as the pork roast dinner for residents and invited families, and the Valentine’s dinner, at which Metcalfe and volunteers dress up in suits and ties and attend to tables as servers. “Food is one of the few delights left to many residents, and we also have a bus for outings that is funded by the Langley Rotarians.” While the primary funding for the Lodge’s operations comes from government, the Care Society and associated Care Foundation must raise funds for the little extras that make residents’ lives more enjoyable and meaningful. For example the society’s Oct. 13 “1940s New York-themed Gala” at Cascades Theatre has a target of $50,000 to pay for the horticulture, music therapy and pastoral care programs. The horticulture program has two workers which provide landscaping for the Lodge, but also allows residents with “green thumbs” the therapy of digging in the dirt and growing flowers. Music therapy includes a choir, handbell group and sing-alongs. And while church groups routinely come into the Lodge, the pastoral care provides for spiritual needs of those who may not have a home church. “It’s just a part of the $250,000 overall that we must raise every year,” says Metcalfe. “We have other events at Cloverdale Raceway and Brookswood Theatre, and we apply for grants, and the Township and City of Langley assist us too. “It can be stressful, there are so many charities out there today after the same dollars, but when it comes down to the wire it never ceases to amaze me how everyone pulls together and helps us reach the targets,” says Metcalfe.
Fraser Hwy. widening begins in 2013 By NATASHA JONES Aldergrove Star
Work on the widening of the next stretch of Fraser Highway will begin in January. The project will extend the four-lane width from the 22800 block to 235 Street, necessitating the reconstruction of the intersection at 232 Street. The $5.9 million project is
expected to take one year. On Oct. 1, Township council approved a budgetary item to allow the widening to proceed. The Township’s share is $3.2 million. TransLink will pay the balance. The existing junction of Fraser Highway and 44 Avenue, a block east of 232 Street interchange, will be closed.
Project engineer Duane Odenbach said that 44 Avenue will be re-aligned to meet Fraser Highway at a safer angle and will be located approximately 60 metre east of its current location. Odenbach said that the Township won’t consider a roundabout at 232 Street and Fraser Highway because of property constraints.
The last phase of the widening, from the Langley border to the 21500 block of Fraser Highway, was completed in August. According to Odenbach’s report to council, TransLink has indicated a willingness to provide almost $750,000 to fund the widening of Fraser Highway to 242 Street.
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Thanks to a $9,000 donation from Envision Financial Langley Senior Resources Society is able to continue to offer its outreach transportation program. For many seniors, finding affordable and convenient transportation can be a real challenge, leaving them feeling isolated and alone. To address this need in the community of Langley, the Langley Senior Resources Society (LSRS) created the Outreach Transportation program, which provides transportation for local seniors. When funding for the program came to an end earlier this year, local
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Routley Neighbourhood Park Open House The Township of Langley Parks Department is hosting an Open House for the Routley Neighbourhood Park, which is proposed for Willoughby at the northeast corner of 198 Street and 70 Avenue. Members of the public are invited to drop in anytime to review the preliminary concept. Date: Tuesday, October 30 Time: 6 - 8pm Location: R.C. Garnett Demonstration Elementary School East Atrium 7096 - 201 Street Al Neufeld, Manager Parks Design and Development 604.533.6085
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Council Remuneration Task Force Seeks Public Input: Survey Deadline October 21 In February 2012, Mayor and Council established a task force to review the process for determining Mayor and Council remuneration. The Council Remuneration Task Force was formed in June and is made up of five community members from the business, human resources, financial, and post-secondary education fields. The task force has reviewed, researched, and discussed a number of options specific to Council remuneration. Public input is also an important part of this process. To provide feedback on this matter, the public is invited to take part in an online survey available at tol.ca/committees. Survey forms will also be available at the Customer Service counter in the Township’s Civic Facility starting October 11, 2012. Submission deadline: 4:30pm, October 21, 2012
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public notice Water Main Flushing As part of our maintenance program, the municipal Water Department will be flushing water mains in Willoughby from October 15 to November 23. As a result of this flushing, you may notice changes in water pressure and there may be some discolouration or sediment in the water. 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. Engineering Division 604.532.7300
public open house Draft Housing Action Plan Open House The Township of Langley is hosting an Open House on the Draft Housing Action Plan. The Plan identifies gaps in housing choices and sets out approaches to provide diverse market, rental, and affordable housing for the future. Property owners, residents, and stakeholders are encouraged to attend to provide input on the Plan. Participants will have the opportunity to provide written comments and staff will be available to respond to questions. Date: Thursday, October 25 Time: 3:30 – 8pm Location: Township of Langley Civic Facility 4th Floor, Fraser River Presentation Theatre Foyer Address:
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A new truck climbing lane will be added to Highway 1 between 232nd and 264th Streets to reduce congestion and increase safety, announced Mary Polak, Minister of Transportation, on Friday at a press conference in Surrey. This third eastbound lane will provide additional room for transport trucks to merge and travel safely along this stretch of highway, she explained. The two top crash spots in Langley are at the 232 St. and 264 St. exits. In addition, as part of this project, the 248th Street overpass will be replaced with a new structure. Work is expected to begin in early 2013 and finish in the spring of 2014. This project was
announced locally on Sept. 28. The total estimated value of the project is $24 million. In Surrey, the existing 16 Avenue overpass over Highway 99 will be replaced with a new interchange to reduce congestion and improve safety, Polak said. This new interchange will provide better access for South Surrey and Langley residents wanting to get to Highway 99 and across 16 Avenue. This will also improve access to the border, she said. “These projects will reduce congestion, increase safety and support public transit for families and motorists in Surrey, Langley and Delta,” said Polak in her press release.
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Langley residents will get a chance to air concerns with representatives of all levels of government on Saturday. The latest in a series of town hall meetings will take place from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Douglas Recreation Centre, 20550 Douglas Crescent in Langley City. On hand to speak and respond to questions from the public will be Langley MP Mark Warawa, Langley MLA Mary Polak, Langley City Mayor Peter Fassbender and Langley Board of Education chair Wendy Johnson. This meeting is a follow-up to an earlier town hall meeting sponsored by Langley Township in the spring. That meeting involved Township Mayor Jack Froese, and attracted a large crowd. It was also the first to accept questions via Twitter. The Twitter questions were numerous, and this meeting will follow up on that new ability for elected officials to engage with the public. Froese recently held his first Twitter town hall meeting. This meeting is sponsored and organized by Langley City. Times editor Frank Bucholtz will serve as moderator for the event. Todd Hauptman, MLA Mary Polak’s social media manager, will manage the Twitter aspect of the meeting. The hashtag #asklangley will be used and tweets will be accepted, starting on Oct. 17 and up to and during the town hall meeting. As many relevant and appropriate tweets as possible will be addressed at the meeting, as time allows. Members of the public are invited to attend in person, and if unable to do so, to send tweets. Organizers say this is a good opportunity to have direct contact with representatives of all levels of government, and for questions that involve more than one level of government to be more easily addressed.
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Aldergrove Secondary’s sustainable resources class has nurtured their school garden over the summer holidays and are now harvesting the crops.
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Aldergrove high school garden yields a ‘bumper crop’ By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star
A sustainable resources class at Aldergrove Secondary school is blossoming into a bumper crop. The course, taught by Dan Renaud, covers topics such as agriculture, mining, energy, fisheries and forestry.
However, Renaud says, “The course emphasizes that we must use these resources in a sustainable manner.” Throughout the past year, in a joint effort by the class, principal Gordon Stewart, Langley Environmental Partners Society, Fraser Valley Health and Kwantlen
College, a “farm to schools” program was started. This program teaches students how to grow vegetables and fruit, harvest them, and use them in the school cafeteria as a healthy alternative to all the “junk food” options that surround students and society in general.
“We want all our students to realize the importance of healthy daily eating,” said Renaud. Throughout the summer, the school’s sustainable garden was maintained by the students, under the supervision of Erin Van de Water of LEPS. Kwantlen instructor Gary Jones was also very helpful and
The Salvation Army Gateway of Hope proudly announces that a New Thrift Store is
OPENING SOON 7 x 7 IN ALDERGROVE Now Accepting Donations
of gently used items including clothing, housewares, books, some furniture and other items.
Donations will be accepted Monday to Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm
Proceeds go to support The Gateway of Hope emergency shelter, referrals to detoxification and treatment centres, skill training programs, emergency food hampers, summer camps for kids and much more.
THRIFT STORE 3111 - 272nd Street • Aldergrove • 604-381-0055
encouraging of the effort. In addition, David Catzel of Aldergrove’s Glorious Organics farm, volunteered many hours to assist LEPS and the students during the summer recess. Catzel was also a guest speaker several times during the school year in the sustainable resource classroom.
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Entrepreneurs across Canada are aiming high—investing to build better, more competitive businesses. To grow, they need the right people, technology and business skills to beat the competition both here and abroad. BDC Small Business WeekTM 2012 is about sharing stories of success and helpful, practical advice on how to succeed with those who are ambitious for their companies. The time to invest in the future is now.
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Mentoring is Critical for Entrepreneurs
Do you have an idea for a start-up business? Or a new idea for growth in your existing business? Wondering how to get started? Whether you’re in a high-tech or traditional sector, a few common tips can help: find mentors, move quickly and develop a winning pitch. These tips come from the techniques used in business accelerator programs. They’re a new, increasingly popular tool for helping Canadian high-tech entrepreneurs turn promising business ideas into money-making reality. They’ve also been called entrepreneur boot camps, start-up universities and business hothouses. But their lessons aren’t restricted to Internet start-ups. They can also point the way to how established businesses in traditional sectors can benefit from a start-up frame of mind. Here’s how accelerator programs work: Imagine being able to brainstorm your big idea with 120 venture capital investors and business mentors from companies like Amazon and Facebook— all the while being immersed in an intensive 12-week program designed to help you shape your fledgling concepts into a viable business plan. And it’s capped off with a chance to get start-up funds and pitch prospective customers. Here are some of the lessons from these programs for both startups and existing companies with a growth idea. Find mentors—Harness your networks to find mentors. They can be invaluable sounding boards. Also consider creating an advisory board for your business.
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At accelerator programs, mentors—successful business people who want to give back—are critical for the success of entrepreneurs. Your search for a mentor could start at your local chamber of commerce, an industry group or on LinkedIn, the social media site for professional networking. It has discussion forums covering most industries. Move quickly—Don’t take too long to get your idea out of the office and in front of potential customers. See if they’ll pay for it— even if the idea is still embryonic. Accelerator programs give entrepreneurs a short time to test their ideas and figure out if they’re viable or not. The lesson? Ask yourself what you can get out into the market—or at least in front of a few potential customers—in a month or a week instead of spinning your wheels for months or more. Practice your pitch—Accelerator programs give entrepreneurs numerous opportunities to hone their pitch, building up to “demo day,” when they get a few minutes to pitch their project to an audience of hundreds of potential investors and clients from Canada and beyond. The lesson: Before you head out to see potential investors, clients or the bank, practice your pitch. Try it with colleagues, mentors and friends. Also, film yourself. The results may be painful to watch, but better to catch any flaws yourself than when an important investment or contract is at stake.
CRANKY’S Bike Shop
What do you love about being an Aldergrove business? We love being a part of this community. We are constantly amazed at the support that flows from everyone’s genuine interest in seeing Aldergrove succeed. We strive to give back to the community as much as possible. What is the most frequently asked question by your customers?
2961 272 Street, Aldergrove 604-856-1688 • crankysbikeshop.com
We are often asked some variation of “Are you Cranky today?”. For the record, the name is a play on bicycle cranks, not our service attitude! What are your upcoming promotions? All 2012 bikes are on sale from now until they’re gone! We have a popular trade-in program for kid’s bikes. Come by and see how we can help you out!
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A true d neighbourhoo pub & local fixture in Aldergrove since 1979
World-class Wines from your neighbourhood liquor store We carry a large selection of local and imported wines, beers, cooler and ciders, and a great selection of spirits. Special orders are always welcome and we will do our best to source out your favorite products for you! Have your Keg delivered to our cooler and kept cold for your party! We have a refrigerated beer keg dispensing unit and portable bar available for rent. Juice, pop and mixes, cups and ice. Open Daily 9am – 11pm
Spirits, Ales & Hearty Fare
Jeff & Debbie Paul have owned the Fox & Hounds for 19 years in November. Major renovations have been done this past year with an expansion to the Pub and adding a restaurant so minors are welcome, and a Kids menu available. You no longer need to be 19 yrs old to enjoy the great meals at the Fox & Hounds.
From exotic tastes to regional favourites, you will enjo y the wide selections available.
• Monday night Football • Poker Nights on Wednesday • Music Trivia on Thursdays • DJ and dancing on Fridays • Saturdays Karaoke We support many local sports teams- Aldergrove Minor Hockey, Aldergrove Minor Baseball, Adult Soccer and Baseball, as well as many others through Pub Night Fundraising opportunities. Breakfast is now being served 7am till 11am ~ weekends and holidays till 2pm Free Wi-Fi
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Building a brand is essential for small businesses hoping to thrive in a competitive business market.
Because consumers are still pinching pennies and looking to stretch every dollar, today’s market is as competitive as ever, but a brand can be used to effectively explain to potential customers what you and your products provide as well as how you and your products differ from those offered by competitors. When building a brand, one of the first things a small business owner must do is define his or her brand. Defining a brand is essential, but it isn’t always easy. The following are a few tips to help small business owners define their brand. • Understand and explain your mission. Small business owners clearly want to make money, but the mission of your company should go beyond padding your bank account. This mission should define the company’s reason
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for being. For example, if your company is making an eco-friendly alternative to a popular product, then explain that your mission is to provide consumers with eco-friendly alternatives to traditional products. Explain your philosophy and keep in mind that your mission might change as your company evolves. • Know your customers. Thanks to the Internet, customer feedback and consumer opinion is now easier to attain than ever before. Use that information to your advantage, and never assume you know what your customers want. Understanding your customers is an ongoing process, as their needs and wants are likely to evolve over time. Stay on top of knowing what your customers want so you can continue to meet those needs. • Think about what you want your company’s reputation to be. Branding also involves managing your company’s reputation. You want existing customers to react positively when thinking about you, your company and your products. Courteous, attentive and professional customer service goes a long way. You not only want customers to be return customers, but you also want them to speak positively of you to their friends and family. • Seek help. Defining a brand isn’t easy, and if you’re struggling to turn a great product into a successful brand, then don’t be afraid to seek help. Many communities recognize the important role small businesses play in a local economy, and such communities routinely host small business forums and discussions aimed at helping small business owners thrive.
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Auto - Residential - Commercial SERVING YOUR GLASS NEEDS SINCE 1977 - FULLY LICENSED & INSURED What is the secret to your success? We treat every customer how we would want to be treated and every car like it is our own. What does your business specialize in?
Is your company involved in any way in the community? Oh yes, after 34 years in Aldergrove we are proud members of the Aldergrove Business Association and support many charities and events within our community.
We specialize in Autoglass replacement, Residential replacement and all other types of glass & mirrors.
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What sets you apart from other businesses in your field?
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We are not a franchise, we are a family owned business and we truly care about our customers, its our foundation & our future!
Whatever glass you require, count on us to have the best solution at the best prices. Courtesy car available. Same day service and complimentary wiper blades!
3060 - 275A St., Aldergrove (across from Safeway) 604.856.6550 www.a1glass.ca Owner, Brock Chapman
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JD FARMS SPECIALTY TURKEY Delicious Meals to Go Our Farm Turkeys at JD Farms are fed a natural diet of grain, vitamins and minerals without any medications or animal by-products. Our turkeys are raised in spacious, well-ventilated barns with free access to fresh water and a constant supply of fresh feed. Each turkey must pass a stringent certification program which ensures our customers only receive the very best.
Our Deli and Bistro
Our Deli and Bistro in Langley Making turkey part of your regular meals doesn’t have to be an ordeal – at JD Farms they do it every day! Jack and Debbie Froese invite you to stop by the JD Farms Bistro & Store in Langley situated at 24726 – 52nd Avenue, Langley, BC, Canada. It is open to serve you year round (closed for major holidays) Monday to Saturday 9:30 am to 6:00 pm and Sundays 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. Check out our website for a full list of Bistro Items. There’s a broad range of whole fresh and frozen turkeys and fresh turkey deli cuts, as well as wholesome ready-made meals, including turkey lasagna, pizza, cannelloni, soups and meat pies. All ready-made meals are from JD Farms’ own recipes, using only JD Farms certified specialty turkey meat. Stay a while and browse the store or have a bite of lunch at the Bistro.
Community Involvement JD Farms is a constant partner in the local community, enthusiastically participating in numerous local activities and festivals including the Fort Langley Cranberry Festival, BBQ on the Bypass, as well as hosting their very own JD Farms Fall Festival where they raise money for the Terry Fox Foundation. Over the years, JD Farms has been an active participant or member in the following events: • Fort Langley Cranberry Festival Sponsor – 2000 – Present • BBQ on the Bypass Vendor – 2006 – Present • Terry Fox Run for the Cure Fundraiser/ Supporter 2008 - Present • Salvation Army Gateway of Hope Supporter/participant • Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce • Krause Berry Farms- Farmers Feast Vendor – 2008-present • Farm Folk City Folk • Feast of fields participant/ vendor 2011 • Langley International Festival Community sponsor 2011 It is this community involvement that JD Farms prides itself on and will continuously pursue to ensure that the local citizens and community on a whole grow, prosper, and receive the support and recognition it deserves.
Our Specialty Turkey We offer a diverse range of nutritious, wholesome ready-made meal solutions Pot Pies ◆ Wraps ◆ Cabbage Rolls ◆ Pizza ◆ Deli Meats Soups ◆ Salads ◆ Sandwiches and much more!
24726 - 52nd Avenue, Langley Phone: 604-856-2431 Open Monday - Saturday 9:30am - 6:00pm, Sundays 10:00am - 5:00pm
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HEATHER NEWPORT INC. CERTIFIED GENERAL ACCOUNTANT
PROUD MEMBER OF THIS COMMUNITY SINCE 1998. This firm is a continuation of a Certified General Accounting firm that has served the community for over fifty years. We provide a full range of both personal and corporate accounting and taxation services including bookkeeping, software training and payroll. We pride ourselves in providing a high level of professional, prompt and personalized services to meet all of our clients needs. We truly value all of our clients and provide services tailored to each individuals or corporations requirements.
The firm is a member of the ABA and provides services to several community organizations. We would be glad to discuss any of your needs in the accounting or taxation areas - the first half hour consultation is on us. We would like to take this opportunity to thank our many clients for entrusting us with their accounting needs over the years.
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How to plan your business growth Beat the competition with disciplined expansion Say you have a successful small business. You have a few employees, and things are going fine. If you’re like many entrepreneurs, you may never take time to sit down and think about your future growth—how to take your company to the next level in a smart, disciplined way. But growth is an issue many business owners ignore at their peril. In fact, it might just be one of the most important issues facing them as entrepreneurs. “If you decide not to grow, you may be paving a path to failure,” says Patrick Latour, Senior Vice President, Financing and Consulting at the Business Development Bank of Canada. “If you don’t grow, your competitors will, and that will put pressure on you.” The good news, Latour says, is that business owners can create a road map to guide them and reduce their risk as they grow their enterprise. The road map can help them find more growth opportunities and avoid common mistakes, like failing to delegate responsibility to employees (see below).
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Need a Plan To develop your road map, start by committing time to outlining a plan for your growth, Latour says. It should include a few important basics: • A clear picture of your business’s current strengths, weaknesses and opportunities • A vision for where you want your company to be in the next three to five years • An action plan to achieve your vision (Who will do what and by when) Your growth plan could be anything from a rough, informal sketch to a full-blown, highly detailed strategic plan, including everything from a mission statement to scenario planning and financial forecasts. What’s vital is getting the key players in your company on the same page, thinking about your future. The plan doesn’t have to be pages and pages long. Sometimes the simpler, the better. But if you don’t have a planned, disciplined approach to growth, you’re probably going to make more mistakes.
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Leverage existing clients—Looking for growth opportunities? Don’t forget your existing clients. They could be your best path to expansion success. It’s usually much easier to find new business from current clients than to start afresh with untested ones. Grow smart—Whatever you focus on as a growth opportunity, be sure it’s the right path for you and your business, says Paul Cubbon, who teaches entrepreneurship at the University of British Columbia’s Sauder School of Business. Don’t expand into new business areas just because you can. “It’s not just about growth. It’s about smart growth.” Be sure new business offers the same margins as you currently enjoy and helps you differentiate yourself from the competition. Don’t micromanage—Growing companies often wind up in trouble when the entrepreneur has trouble delegating decisions to staff. “Hire good people and trust them,” Latour says. “Let your people work, while you spend more time thinking about your strategic focus and your next move.”
LIVE, MOVE & BREATHE DANCE What makes our business unique: We have a very talented versatile staff and an extensive successful dance program for dancers ages 3 to adult. We offer a wide variety of classes from fun recreational to serious competitive training programs, whatever your interest, we can accommodate What do you love about being an Aldergrove business? Aldergrove is a growing community with a great small town atmosphere. We have had opportunities to get involved and perform at the Aldergrove Fair and various Block Parties. The students enjoy attending and being a part of these community events.
What is a little know fact about your business: How successful our competitive programs and staff have been, some of our achievements are, High Score Awards, Choreography awards, 4 dancers on Team Canada’s gold medal winning team, and dancers who qualified for provincials this past season. Michele’s Favourite Quote: Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass, It is about learning how to dance in the rain
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BRASIL WELLNESS CENTER Studio/Academy with a Yoga and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu focus
What makes your Business Unique? Our business is very unique in that we offer both Yoga and Brazilian JiuJitsu under the same roof for all levels of practitioners from beginner to advanced. Why did you start your business in Aldergrove?
2981 272nd Street, Aldergrove 778-908-2472 • brasilwellnesscenter.com
We live in this town and there are no other places in the City that are really catering to the practice of either Yoga or Jiu Jitsu. The Aldergrove community needs us! What do your customers like best about you?
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Customers seem to like our family like, clean training environment that allows them to train up to 5 days a week with friends in a non-stressful atmosphere.
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Boost business’ online presence Small business owners know how important it is to reach their existing customers and attract new ones. The Internet has made it easier than ever before for small businesses to do just that, but the days of relying on a Web site alone have largely fallen by the wayside. Increase visibility Social media is more popular than ever before, and its popularity is growing by the day. Businesses can take advantage of this by joining social media and immediately increasing their visibility. And that visibility is constant, as social media sites don’t close at 10 p.m. and social media allows businesses to reach customers far and wide. Promote products Social media can be used as a promotional tool. Blog about a product to help potential customers better understand the product, and customers won’t feel as if they’re being delivered a sales pitch. Business owners can easily produce how-to videos to explain the product, and any questions customers have can be simply sent via social media. Business owners won’t have to spend as much time trying to convert them from potential customers into actual customers, and the informal nature of promoting a product via social media can make customers feel more comfortable about their decisions. Promote yourself Though it can sometimes feel like the days of the successful small business owner is a thing of the past, social media is making it easier for small business owners to promote themselves and entice customers along the way. Buying from large corporations tends to alienate
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604-830-1960 consumers, and small business owners can use that to their advantage. Use social media to tell your story. When consumers know who is behind a product, they tend to trust the company more and feel a more personal connection than they’re likely to feel with a larger company or corporation. Better serve customers Social media users enjoy using social media because it gives them a chance to share their thoughts on a variety of things, including the products they buy. Small business owners can help their business by encouraging those who follow them on social media to share their thoughts about certain products or promotions. Employ social media to understand what customers like and dislike about certain products. This market research might once have cost small businesses a substantial amount of money, but now social media allows business owners to access this valuable information at relatively no cost.
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Encouraging employee loyalty, 101 One of the challenges confronting small business is employee loyalty. Here are a few suggestions for holding on to this precious commodity: • Communicate effectively. If you need to layoff salaried employees for economic reasons, it’s important to tell them it’s not due to poor work performance. • Stay open to dialogue. Explain your strategy to ensure the continuing existence of the business. This attitude should unite your personnel and motivate them to maintain or increase productivity. • It is essential to talk to employees every time some new event has an impact on your business’s finances. Proactive communication will
What does your business specialize in? Mobile, Manufactured, and Modular homes. New, used, repossessions, appraisals, financing, trades, delivery, set-up, permits, site plans and site services. What sets your business apart from your competition? Low overhead. Full time personnel to look at customers sites and give advice. Full time serviceman to facilitate set-up and service work. What brands are exclusive to your business? Shelter Regent Industries. SRIhomes.com in Kelowna. What do your customers like best about you? We are available 9am to 9pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 5pm on Saturdays for phone calls, viewing homes at our storage lot or meeting on site where the home is being set-up.
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The first annual Giant Pumpkkin Weigh-off at Aldor Acres saw two undisputed champions take the crowns. In front is second place winner Glenn Dixon of North Vancouver with his 1,037 lb. bebemoth, and in the background is the first place winner Chad Gilmore of Pemberton with the granddaddy of all pumpkins, weighing in at 1,044 lbs. Thirs place went to another Gilmore family member, Nikki, with a 772 lb. squash. In related news, Popular children’s entertainer Charlotte Diamond will perform a family concert at the second annual Wall-O-Lantern event in Aldergrove on October 27 at 2 p.m. Diamond celebrates 25 years of family music with a new CD, “24 Carrot Diamond – the Best of Charlotte Diamond,” featuring 24 of Charlotte’s best-known songs. Charlotte’s concerts appeal to all ages and will have everyone singing and dancing to her up-beat melodies. For more information visit her Web site: www.charlottediamond.com The Aldergrove Business Association is looking for volunteers on Saturday, Oct 27, at the second annual Wall O Lanterns. Please reply directly to Bill Reid wallolantern@aldergroveba.ca if you can assist with one or more of the following tasks: parking assistance and traffic control; kids tent area; kids games area ( bouncy castle, rock climbing, horses, hay rides); concession; attendance greeters and money collection; pumpkin carving; setup and take down and cleanup the day before and after. They hope to have enough volunteers to give everyone a 2-4 hour shift.
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A popular event that allows Langley Township residents to safely dispose of their household hazardous waste has been expanded to also make it easier to properly get rid of unwanted electronics. Small appliances, mercury thermostats, and smoke detectors will now be accepted and recycled during the Household Hazardous Waste Plus Recycling Drop-Off Event, being held this Saturday and Sunday, October 20 and 21. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Township of Langley Operations Centre, 4700 - 224 Street. The drop-off is free to Township residents and proof of residency is required. During the event, household hazardous waste items including leftover paint, antifreeze, bleach, brake fluid, motor oil, fluorescent lights, empty propane tanks, pesticides, and turpentine will be collected. Any household product with
a skull and cross bones, flames, a skeleton hand, or an explosion on the label can be brought in. While electronics are not necessarily hazardous, they can no longer be placed in landfills and Township staff felt it made sense to add them to the collection event. “We have been offering the hazardous waste drop-off for years,” said solid waste coordinator Debbie Fleming. “People have come to expect it and know that toxic products they may have can be properly disposed of this way. Adding electronics and small appliance recycling was a logical addition.” “We want people to make recycling and responsible product disposal a part of their lifestyle, and we hope this service will make it more convenient for people to do what is right for the environment,” Fleming said. Because hazardous waste can be harmful to people, animals, and the environment, it cannot be poured down the drain, put in the garbage,
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burned, buried, or left to seep into the ground. Keeping it at home is not an option either, which is why the Township offers the annual drop-off event. Once collected, staff will ensure that the electronics get recycled and the products that are considered toxic, flammable, corrosive, or contain reactive components are disposed of safely. Langley Township is pleased to provide the drop-off service, but Fleming notes that people need not hold on to hazardous products or small appliances and wait for the annual event. A number of recycling and bottle depots accept such products year-round, and the public is encouraged to make use of them. Visit rcbc.bc.ca/recyclepedia for information on where to take items throughout the year. For a full list of items accepted at the Household Hazardous Waste Plus Recycling Drop-Off Event, visit tol.ca/hhw
Diwali celebration coming to library Aldergrove Star
On Saturday, November 3, from 1 to 3 p.m., Muriel Arnason Library and the Township of Langley are celebrating their ninth annual Diwali (Festival of Lights). Diwali, which means “a row of lights”, is the most widely celebrat-
ed Indian festival, and marks the victory of good over evil and the beginning of the New Year in India. Everyone is cordially invited to experience diversity of culture through crafts, face painting, Mehndi, Indian music, and delicious refreshments. Also learn a few
basic steps of Punjabi folk dance, Bhangra. All Diwali activities are dropin, free and open to the public. For information, call 604-532-3590, or visit Muriel Arnason Library, located in the Township of Langley Civic Facility at 20338 - 65 Avenue.
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Waterman scores on his team’s first national soccer championship By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star
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Aldergrove’s Joel Waterman in action at the U-16 national championships in Prince Edward Island earlier this month.
A young Aldergrove soccer player has a national championship under his belt after his Surrey United SC team stormed its way to five consecutive wins at the U-16 Cup at the 2012 Canadian Soccer Association National Championships. Joel Waterman, 16, contributed a goal in the first game against Newfoundland Labrador’s St. John’s SC on the opening day, Oct. 3 in Charlottetown, PEI. The B.C. boys blanked the NewfoundlandLabrador lads 4-0. The next day’s game against Quebec was closer on the scoresheet, but B.C. took the 3-2 win. This was followed by two more blankings as B.C. defeated Alberta 3-0 and Saskatchewan 7-0. The final game against Ontario was also close as both teams were scoreless at the end of regulation time. The game was settled on pen-
alty kicks, with B.C. earning a 5-3 win and the championship. Waterman, a 5’11” midfielder weighing in at 140 lbs., said that, ironically, two of the B.C. penalty kicks were called back by referees and B.C. scored on both of them. “It was very intense,” said Waterman. “Ontario were very good.” It was Waterman’s first foray to Prince Edward Island. “It was really flat, pretty cold with lots of weather changes and lots of wind. We would kick the ball and it would come right back at us,” said Waterman, noting that this disadvantage was shared by the opposing team when they switched sides. He credits his high performance league teammates and coach Frank McCann for the excellent results at the championship. “Frank is great, he ‘gets’ it and he connects well with the team.” Waterman was looking for the challenge of high performance when he switched from Langley
United last year, after playing for Aldergrove United from ages five to ten, then Langley through U-12 to U-14. It’s a busy schedule as the team practices at Cloverdale Athletic Park and Hjorth Park every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, plus a game on Saturday. Wednesday practices are devoted to speed and agility exercises. However, he still finds time to play for his Aldergrove Secondary senior boys’ soccer squad. He is in grade 11. “I like Aldergrove Secondary and we’ve won three games, we only lost one.” His fraternal twin sister also plays soccer for the school, while his older brother has launched a career as a musician with the popular local band, The Specialties. “I used to play ball hockey but it’s all soccer now. I need some time to focus on my grades too,” said Waterman, who hopes to play for his post-secondary school too.
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Totems Trounce LFS Soccer Boys 5-1 Aldergrove Secondary’s Kyle Brewer (at left) in senior boys’ soccer action versus Langley Fundamental at the new Aldergrove Athletic Park artificial turf fields, Tuesday, Oct. 9. Aldergrove took this game 5-1. HARRY HUNT PHOTO
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Brandon Daudelin of Aldergrove’s Betty Gilbert Middle School in the Cross Country Race last week at Aldergrove Park. He will go on to compete at the District Cross Country Championships on Wednesday, Oct. 17.
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Kodiaks take losses to Devils, Wolf Pack By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star
The Aldergrove Kodiaks took a 6-2 beating from the North Vancouver Wolf Pack Saturday night at the Harry Jerome Sports Centre, for their sixth loss this season. The Kodiaks outshot the Pack 38-30 but just couldn’t find the back of Anders Ten Vaanholt’s net for all but two of them, and the Pack’s keeper earned the game’s third star for his work. Neither team scored on their power plays either, although the Kodiaks held their own in the first and third periods. The Kodiaks and Pack each scored one in the first and neither team could score in the third. The second period was the clincher for the Kodiaks’ loss, with five markers from the Pack to one from the Kodiaks. Scorers for Aldergrove were Matthew Vela at 14:30 in the first, assisted by Banjamin McWilliams and Marcus Houck, and MacLean Hewitt early in the second at 4:44, assisted by Stephen Ryan and Stefan Gonzales. The Kodiaks are stuck at eight points after ten games, with four wins and six losses. Aldergrove Kodiaks captain Daniel Higgs netted a hat trick and the game’s first star but it wasn’t quite enough to defeat the North Delta Devils at Aldergrove Arena Wednesday night, Oct. 10. The Kodiaks also outshot the Devils 52-43 but a pair of power play goals for each team in the third period resulted in the 6-5 win for the Devils. The Kodiaks were up 2-1 at the end of the first after Higgs scored at 7:15 (assisted by Stephen Ryan and MacLean Hewitt) and 14:52 (assisted by Ryan and Stefan Gonzales). The Devils evened it up early in the second, and Kodiak Matthew Vela (assisted by the McHaffie twins, Scott an Spencer) pulled the team ahead again at 7:58, but the Devils ended the second up 4-3. The pressure was on in the third period, with end-to-end action, but the penalties cost both teams as each scored twice on power plays for the 6-5 outcome. Scoring for the Kodiaks were Ryan at 54 seconds into the third, assisted by Hewitt and Higgs, and Higgs at 7:00, assisted by Ryan. Kodiaks keeper Cole MacInnes stopped 36 of 41 shots, while backup Brenden Sharp stopped one of two. The Kodiaks travel to take on the Port Moody Black Panthers on Saturday, Oct. 20, and host the Mission City Outlaws on Wednesday, Oct. 24, game start at 7:15 p.m.
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Aldergrove Kodiaks Matthew Vela scored in the second period against North Delta Devils keeper Steve Myland, but the Devils pulled ahead for a 6-5 victory, Oct. 10 at Aldergrove Arena.
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Aldergrove Kodiaks started their season last month with presentation of the Harold Brittain Conference Trophy for their division last season.
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ERNIE O’S RESTAURANT and Pub Edson, Alberta requires line cooks. $13 - $16 per hour. Subsidized housing available. Fax resume to 780-723-3603 or email: ernieos.doug@telus.net
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
TRADES, TECHNICAL
260
Experienced Commercial Mechanic wanted for lead hand position in Langley shop. CVI ticket a must, Cummins ISX engine knowledge an asset. Top wages and benefits. Send resume to: Tridem@telus.net or 604-513-8004.
ELECTRICAL
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
341
HANDYMAN - 604-518-4778 WCB & Liability Insured. www.lwrestoration.com
263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE
POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call Ian 604-724-6373
604-787-5915, 604-291-7778
* Insured * Best Rates * No Job to Small!
PETS
Mike 604-657-5800
Wanted Immediately Out Of Town Camp Job
281
Journeyman Deckers, Cladders, & Sheeters •Union Wages, Benefits, Overtime •Camp Accommodations
456
GARDENING
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS 320
&
MOVING & STORAGE
Local & Long Distance
GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, asphalt shingles, flat roofs, WCB/BBB. Cln Gutters-$80. Senior disc. 10%. 604-240-5362. www.glroofing.ca
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Qualifications: • Strong command of the English Language • 3rd or 4th year apprentices • Certified journeymen • Driver’s licence • Self-starter We Offer:
• Industry Leading Remuneration • Full Benefits & Pension Plan
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or Fax: (1)604.534.3811
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A-TECH Services 604-230-3539
FINANCIAL SERVICES
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329 PAINTING & DECORATING
RUBBISH REMOVAL
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On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!
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188
LEGAL SERVICES
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• Portable Toilets • Fencing • Containers • Waste Management • Storage
GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627
We Recycle! GO GREEN!
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
A SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR. Specializing in Renovation’s. Available for work. 604-532-1710
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PLUMBING
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DISPOSAL BINS
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• Estate Services • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses & More!
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WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $75 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $100. Free Delivery 604-856-8877
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Recycled Earth Friendly
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JUNK REMOVAL
3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour
PARADISE LANDSCAPING
GOLDENDOODLE pups for sale. $1000. Black, blonde, brown. Vet checked, dewormed. Great family dog, no shedding. 778-888-9132
RECYCLE-IT!
Running this ad for 8yrs
PAINT SPECIAL
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COMMERCIAL TRANSPORT MECHANICS
25 yrs in roofing industry
Family owned & operated. Fully insured. We do Cedar Shakes, conversions, concrete tiles, torchon, fibreglass shingles, restoration & repairs. 20 yr labour warranty. 604-723-2626
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778-278-2298
LABOURERS
Mainland Roofing Ltd.
GET the best for your moving 24/7 From $40/hr. Licensed & Insured. Seniors Discount. 778-773-3737
Chinese Massage
DALMATIANS, 2M, born july 9, ckc reg., shots, dewormed, $1000-$1500 obo. (604)793-5130, (604)723-2232
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
$45/Hr
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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
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
Boston Terriers pups, ckc reg, vet checked, reputable breeder, excellent pedigree. (604)794-3786
AFFORDABLE MOVING
CHECK CLASSIFIEDS
477
MIXED SPECIES HOG FUEL 1” minus mixed berry mulch, Red Cedar coarse hog fuel Phone R.J. Caplette 604-856-6500
477
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555.
Please contact Ken for more details on wages & benefits at 604.430.3388 or email: agents@smw280.org
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• Tree & Stump Removal • Certified Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck • Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging ~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~
•Mini Excavator Service •Trenching & Drainage •Concrete & Stump Removal •Driveway Prep. & Installation •Landscaping/Acreage Cleanup
Call Jason or Larry at 604 826-9119. Email resume: symonstire@telus.net
PETS
Tree removal done RIGHT!
EXCAVATING
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TREE SERVICES
Required immediately in CFV. Experienced in tire service on passenger / medium / large truck and mobile truck operation. Position is full time with wage & benefit pkg.
PERSONAL SERVICES
MORGAN Creek Tropicals email danielle@mctropicals.com $10.25/h greenhouse labour, shipping
374
TIRE TECHNICIAN
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138
PRESSURE WASHING
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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MISC. FOR SALE
RENTALS 706
TRANSPORTATION
APARTMENT/CONDO
810
TRANSPORTATION
AUTO FINANCING
845
Sell your Car!
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
The Scrapper
STEEL BUILDINGS - CANADIAN MADE! - REDUCED PRICES NOW! 20X22 $4,455. 25X26 $4,995. 30X38 $7,275. 32X50 $9,800. 40X54 $13,995. 47X80 $19,600. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.
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LANGLEY, lrg 1 bdrm & den, 4 appl + inste W/D, F/P. Nov. 1st. $950/mo. Cat okay. (604)936-0739
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HOMES WANTED
ABBOTSFORD: *28531 Maclure Road: 3 Storey house, 6 bdrm, 3 baths, Dbl garage. $1500/mo. 604-854-6101 or 604-864-1438
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
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ALDERGROVE, 2/bdrm apt. Total upgrade. Insuite laundry. Secure entry. Avail Nov 1. $800/mo. (778)808-4847
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633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
750
Size not exactly as shown
New SRI *1152 sq/ft Double wide $77,900. *14x70 Full gyproc single wide - loaded $66,900. Repossessed mobile, manufactured & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960. Glenbrookhomes.net
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AUCTIONS
ABLE AUCTIONS Vancouver is currently accepting fine Estates, Jewellery & Collectibles for our Fall Auctions. Call 604-818-9473 Appraisals www.ableauctions.ca
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ALDERGROVE, 2 bdrm. grnd. lvl., Nov. 1. $895 mo. + 1/3 utils., ldry h/u N/P N/S, 604-607-1227
N. Delta 96Av/116St. New Clean, 2 Bdrm, Full Bath, Priv/entry, Gr/Lvl, 4 Kit App, HDTV, Internet & more $950 (Utilities incl). 604-594-8190
TRANSPORTATION
• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331
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MISC. FOR SALE
FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
1-800-910-6402
www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557
ABBOTSFORD-UPDATED TOWNHOUSE IN AN EXCELLENT FAMILY COMPLEX One of the nicest townhouses in one of the nicest complexes available in Abbotsford. You will fall in love with Country Lane. This super quiet complex is very inviting and perfect for raising a family. The home itself feels more like a home than a townhome and you will appreciate the 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and huge family and living rooms. Plus, no need to worry about upgrading kitchens or baths it’s already been done here. Appreciate this one for yourself just minutes from everything. Call Verne today for your appointment today.
31255 Upper Maclure Road, Abbotsford
289,000 BETTER THAN NEW HOME NO HST, FANTASTIC LOCATION, PERFECT FOR THE ENTERTAINER $
Does this sound like the place for you? Here it is only 2 years young this home boasts everything you are looking for. Located in the very popular Pepin Brook Vineyard Estates this home is sure to please. You will love the open concept, granite counters, stainless appliances, air conditioning, 4 bedrooms, luxurious ensuite, and unfinished basement awaiting your ideas…so call today. Call Verne Stel today and book your showing. 604-857-1100.
2157 Zinfandel Drive, Abbotsford $
559,900
MURRAYVILLE - RANCHER ON HALF AN ACRE ANYONE? Looking for a Great Big Rancher in Murrayville? Do not just drive by this one. Almost 3000 square feet of space on a true half acre lot. Need room for your RV, Boat, or Other Toys? You have found it here. Plus the perfect family home with 4 bedrooms and 3 baths. Includes hardwood floors, stainless appliances and much, much more. Don’t delay Call Today. Call Verne Stel today and book your showing. 604-857-1100.
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21365 Old Yale Road, Langley
654,900
$
LANGLEY, GREAT CONDO LISTING CLOSE TO EVERYTHING AND AN AMAZING PRICE! Come look at this great looking 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom over 900 square ft condo in College Court. Includes insuite laundry, a beautiful new kitchen including stainless steel appliances, new baseboards, laminate floors for easy cleaning, a gas fireplace, and secured parking. All located within steps of shopping, NEW transit and Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Call Verne Stel PRICE! today and book your private showing. 604-857-1100.
#203 - 5759 Glover Road, Langley $
189,000
“Thinking of Buying or Selling? Call me today.”
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YEAR ROUND RV pad in country ALDER/ABBY, for rent $550/mo + hydro. Call: (604)856-5391
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
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ALDERGROVE Lge 4 bdrm rancher 3 bath, dbl garage. $1500. Now. N/P. 604-710-8914 / 604-728-8110.
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
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TRUCKS & VANS
2009 GRAND CARAVAN, 7 pass fully loaded, 25,720 kms, warranty $16,000604-625-5230
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Call the Aldergrove specialist... Ready to move, when you are.
Make your Dream a Reality. Call Dan today 604-857-1100!
27031 - FRASER HWY.
$549,900
I LIVE in Aldergrove. I SELL in Aldergrove.
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$1,455,000
25978 - 60 AVE.
MEDITERRANEAN MANSION
1395 - 242ND STREET
$879,900
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604-857-1100
#20 - 27272 - 32ND AVENUE
$214,000
TWIN FIRS
Over 45 years young here, 3 levels, 3 bedrooms, stainless appliances and a great Mount Baker view. Loads of storage and quick possession possible. Almost 2,000 sq. ft and private yard.
Call
Dan Flokstra
604-857-1100
INSTANT BUSINESS HERE!
Very well kept and mostly updated 1400 sq ft on the main floor with a finished bsmt on a private 5 fully fenced acres located on a no through street. Also has huge shop for the car enthusiast and Circular driveway for the trucker in the family, home has new well, newer septic, newer roof new bathrooms new interior doors you get the picture, close to everything
2 bedroom A frame cottage style home on quiet no thru street on 4.72 acres in south Aldergrove close to town. Great 7 stall barn plus 2 bay shop with roll up doors. Property fenced and cross fenced. You will love this place when you see it, have a look and you will know where home is.
Over 30,000 plants ready to be sold on 17.45 acres with a 3000 sq ft 5 bedroom home on it could be suited this is a very interesting idea as the value is in land and building the cash flow from the nursery stock is the bonus have a look and check it out.
Call
Dan Flokstra
2825 - 256TH STREET
604-857-1100
$2,000,000
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
$2,995,000
25926 FRASER HWY
Take a look here all the privacy in the southern exposed back yard very clean very neat and very private in this complex 3 bedrooms up and new windows new fireplace extra long driveway for extra cars. Nothing to do but move in here. Take a look and make your offer.
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.
Call
Dan Flokstra
604-857-1100
$1,800,000
PUT THIS ON YOUR MUST SEE LIST!
#163 - 27456 32ND AVENUE $239,900
PINWHEEL PRIVACY
4953 - 272ND STREET
SOUTH LANGLEY PRIVACY
NEW PRICE! You can hardly afford to build this good, but you can afford to buy it now! On 4.8 Acres, 2 road frontages. this home is one of a kind! Amazing, over 7,000 ft of pure Country, this home is brand new and is a fortress. p.s come and check out the Egyptian limestone floors, the spectacular kitchen and 8’ high doors. No two of these around!
$800,000
26917-20 AVE.
604-857-1100
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604-857-1100
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Dan Flokstra
604-857-1100
$500,000
27053 - 27 AVENUE
WALK YOUR KIDS TO SCHOOL
Check out this centrally located home with 2 bedroom suite and large upstairs with family room and 3 bathrooms for the main floor suite as well,jetted tub hot water heat large back yard , oak kitchen take a look and make your offer.
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Dan Flokstra
604-857-1100
#101-5570-268 STREET $439,900 GLOUCESTER UNIQUE SITUATION
Call
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.
Dan Flokstra
604-857-1100
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21786 - 45 AVENUE
604-857-1100
$679,900
ALL YOU WANT IS HERE IN MURRAYVILLE ¼ acre lot R.V. parking heated shop 2 story with air conditioning loads of parking hardwood floors and an amazing ensuite. All this on a crawl space for nice warm floors and a super quiet street, this is not a drive by so check it out…remember ¼ acre lot.
Call
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.
Call
26641 FRASER HWY, ALDERGROVE • 604-857-1100 realestate@danflokstra.com
Dan Flokstra
Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100 RE/MAX ALDERGROVE
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IN MANUFACTURER REBATES
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