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75% of student applicants not getting in to the university

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by Sheila Reynolds SFu Surrey needs to get rolling on a “long-talked about” campus

expansion and university officials want the provincial government’s blessing – and dollars – to do so by next year. In a presentation to the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government Services earlier this month, Joanne Curry, SFU Surrey executive director and associate vice-president of external relations, reiterated a request which would eventually see the local campus double its capacity from the current 2,500 full-time students to 5,000. For now, however, the university would simply like the province to provide approval for the first phase of the project so that an 800-student expansion can begin in 2013. The request stems from a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed by the Ministry of Advanced Education and SFU in 2006 that said that SFU Surrey’s physical space and enrolment would have to double by 2015 to meet regional demand for post-secondary education Joanne Curry seats. Those expansions have yet to come to fruition. “We need government to re-commit to the MOU,” said Curry She said there hasn’t been any new funding for the university for three years, despite rapid population growth in the area, more high school grads seeking university and college educations, and a forecasted skills shortage that have escalated demand even more. The last increase at SFU Surrey was the $10-million “podium 2” project, which relieved some pressure and allowed for additional science labs and classrooms. However, because there was no operational funding attached to it, no new instructors could be hired and therefore no additional students allowed.

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See SURREY CAMPUS / Page 5

by Jeﬀ Nagel HeALTH CAre workers say a govern-

ment order that they get the flu shot or else wear a mask this flu season amounts to a violation of their personal privacy. The Health Sciences Association of B.C. has filed a grievance on behalf of its members, who include various lab and imaging technologists, pharmacists and therapists. Union president Reid Johnson said the edict that those who choose not to be vaccinated must wear a mask may Reid Johnson expose them to criticism from the public. Meanwhile those who comply are to wear a sticker, badge or button to assure patients they’ve been vaccinated. As a result, he said, health professionals will be divided into two visible camps on the contentious issue of flu vaccination.

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Vaccine rate: Low

From page 1

“They have the right to keep that private,” Johnson said. “To be identified as having taken their flu shot or not taken it, we believe is a human rights issue.” Health workers have a right to make their own choices, he said, adding some choose not to be vaccinated due to chronic medical conditions or bad side effects in the past. “They may also have personal, philosophical or religious reasons for not getting vaccinations – that needs to be respected.” The use of masks may make it harder for some patients who don’t hear well to understand health workers, Johnson added. The directive to get the influenza vaccine applies to all health authority staff, doctors, volunteers, students, contractors and vendors who work in patient contact areas of community or publicly funded facilities. Provincial Health Officer Dr. Perry Kendall gave the order this summer, citing a less than 50 per cent flu immunization rate among B.C. health care workers despite free shots and much encouragement. John O’Neil, dean of SFU’s health sciences Dr. Perry faculty, called Kendall it a “dangerously low” vaccination rate that raises the risk of illness and death among vulnerable patients. “It’s irresponsible for those of us in public health not to take every possible precaution,” he said, endorsing the new policy. O’Neil acknowledged there’s a risk that health employees who refuse vaccinations and mask up will send the signal they harbour doubts, sewing more skepticism in the public about vaccine safety. “That could be an unfortunate side effect of this policy but that’s what we have to do to protect people in our health care system,” he said. O’Neil said the scientific evidence for the safety of vaccines is “solid” despite large amounts of misinformation online from interest groups.

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At left, hit-an-run driver Kyle Danyliuk arrives for sentencing Thursday; at right, photos of victim Marilyn Laursen are held by her sister, Lynné McCutcheon, outside Surrey Provincial Court afterwards.

Two years for hit-and-run killer Kyle Brandon Danyliuk ‘acted irresponsibly in the extreme’ in death of woman

by Tracy Holmes

distance from his now-fiancé Carleigh Merritt’s home. Shortly after, Merritt reported the vehicle had been stolen. Surrey’S KyLe Brandon Danyliuk learned in a packed courtroom Thursday Danyliuk, who has never held a driver’s licence, was arrested two months morning he will spend two-years-less-a-day in jail for the hit-and-run crash later and pleaded guilty in February. During last month’s sentencing hearing, that killed 56-year-old White Rock resident Marilyn Laursen. he expressed remorse for his actions, saying “I’ve ruined the lives of a lot of In announcing Danyliuk’s sentence – which includes a five-year driving people plus myself.” ban – Surrey Provincial Court Judge Michael Hicks described the 20-yearCiting evidence that Danyliuk has turned his life around in the wake of the old’s driving behaviour on the night of May 18, 2011 as “approaching crimitragedy, Hicks said he believes the South Surrey man is repentant. nal negligence.” “I accept that he’s remorseful and genuinely anguished,” “At any point along that route, a tragedy… was waiting to Hicks said. occur,” Hicks said, referring to the roads travelled and speeds At the same time, Danyliuk “acted irresponsibly in the reached as Danyliuk attempted to evade police over the extreme.” course of a pursuit through White Rock. His sentence includes 18 months for dangerous driving “That catastrophe occurred at the red light at Thrift causing death and 12 months for dangerous driving causing Avenue. The lives of many people will not be the same.” bodily injury, to be served concurrently. Those terms are to Laursen was crossing Johnston Road at Thrift Avenue with be served prior to concurrent terms of six months less a day a friend when she was struck by the dark-red Nissan Maxima Judge Michael Hicks and six months imposed for the charges of leaving the scene that Danyliuk was driving. Immediately prior to the collision, of an accident causing death or bodily harm with the intent to in the course of trying to evade police, Danyliuk hit a white escape civil or criminal liability. Honda, injuring its driver, then proceeded without braking Hicks also imposed three years’ probation and ordered through a red light, Hicks said, recounting details shared in a sentencing Danyliuk to provide a DNA sample. hearing last month. Outside court, prior to the decision, Danyliuk held his young son, Brandon Danyliuk – who arrived at court wearing a red hoodie and sunglasses, with – born after the tragedy – and received numerous hugs from his family and the hood pulled up over his head – knew he’d hit Laursen but didn’t stop to other supporters. Just steps away, Laursen’s friends and family consoled each help or identify himself. Instead, he drove on, abandoning the car a short other. See KAULIUS / Page 4

“The lives of many people will not be the same.”

Police urging caution this Halloween RCMP and Delta Police will be out in force on Oct. 31 by Kevin Diakiw PoLiCe in Surrey and Delta are urging people

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to have a safe Halloween, and are also letting revellers know they will be out in force on Wednesday night. Surrey will be putting extra officers on the road to ensure greater public safety. “Once again we will be adopting a zerotolerance enforcement approach to control any drug- or alcohol-fuelled situations that jeopardize personal safety, property interests, or public peace,” said Surrey RCMP Sgt. Drew Grainger.

Delta Police will also be out in force. Both Surrey and Delta have strict restrictions on the possession, lighting and sale of fireworks. Surrey RCMP added the City of Surrey has seen its share of fatal motor vehicle collisions this year and are reminding residents to be responsible when it comes to the roadways. There have been 14 traffic fatalities this year, half of which involved pedestrians. Halloween is a particularly dangerous time for pedestrians. People who are drinking are asked to plan for a safe way home. “And pedestrians are urged to be extra vigi-

lant when walking or crossing our roadways and consider wearing reflective clothing or carrying a flashlight,” Grainger said. Delta Police are also suggesting youngsters trick-or-treat in familiar neighbourhoods, stay on sidewalks, and don’t jaywalk. Residents can help make this Halloween safe by reporting any suspicious activity to the Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502 or Delta police at 604.946.4411. For more tips on costumes, fireworks, and trick-or-treating safety, visit the RCMP Halloween Safety page at http://bit.ly/SaSgbM

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Kaulius: Minimum of five years ‘for taking someone’s life’ From page 3

As Hicks shared his reasons for sentence with attendees, young Brandon could be heard cooing and gurgling from the gallery, the sound intermixed with occasional sobs from both sides of the courtroom. Danyliuk waved to his supporters as he was led from court.

Following the decision, Laursen’s brother, Christian, said his sister “was the best” and that no sentence could repair the damage done by her death. “Nothing makes it better,” he said. “(Danyliuk’s) family can still go see him. We can’t go and talk to her, we can’t go and see her. “We can try carrying

on. It’ll never be the same.” Prosecutor Brad Kielmann had been seeking a global sentence of 48 months in jail for Danyliuk. Defence counsel Isaac Ferbey submitted that a term between 18 months and two years less a day would be more appropriate. Ferbey said the outcome was “within the range of what I thought

was appropriate. “The family’s relieved with the result, in that he was not going to the penitentiary.” While most in the courtroom did not have a clear view of Danyliuk’s face, Ferbey said it was evident to him that his client was becoming emotional towards the end of Hicks’ reasons for sentence. “For him, as for every-

body, it’s very difficult to hear the circumstances and the extent of the damage that he caused to so many people’s lives,” he said. Ferbey noted that Danyliuk will not be in jail for the full length of his sentence. He will qualify for parole after serving one-third and will likely be released after serving two-thirds, he said.

He pointed out that the judge’s decision took into account that deterring Danyliuk from reoffending was not necessary. “The court found that Mr. Danyliuk had learned his lesson already.” The case drew the interest of Surrey mother Markita Kaulius, whose daughter Kassandra was killed in Surrey 15 days before Marilyn Laursen, by a woman who has pleaded guilty to charges including impaired driving causing death. Natasha Leigh Warren is due back in court on Dec. 17. Kaulius said she attended court Thursday because of the bond she now shares with Laursen’s family. She is advocating for

harsher sentences for anyone who takes a life while behind the wheel. “For taking someone’s life, I say a minimum of five years,” she said. The White Rock RCMP officer who pursued Danyliuk prior to the crash is also facing charges in connection with the hit-and-run case. Const. David Bickle faces charges of dangerous driving causing death and dangerous driving causing bodily harm. His lawyer, G. Jack Harris, made a brief court appearance on his behalf Tuesday, telling court officials he is still awaiting documents pertaining to his client’s case. Bickle is due back in court Nov. 9.

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The Surrey School District – the largest in the province – is the top ‘feeder’ district at all SFU campuses, with one in five students now from Surrey.

Surrey campus: Over capacity From page 1 The vast number of students being turned away from the university points to the need for more classrooms and programs, Curry said. This fall, there were approximately four applicants for every student space at SFU Surrey – double the ratio of just a few years ago. For students, that means a higher Grade Point Averages (GPAs) are required to to get in. “It depends on the program, but many of them are at the mid-80 mark for a student from Grade 12,” said Curry. The Surrey School District – the largest in the province – is the top “feeder” district at all SFU campuses (Burnaby, Surrey and Vancouver), with one in five students now from Surrey. In fact, said Curry, 70 per cent of all first-year students this fall are from south of the Fraser, with 50 per cent of those coming from Surrey. “In some ways, it’s not surprising… we’re just seeing incredible demand and uptake by Surrey students.” While the local campus has a capacity for 2,500 students, it is currently well over capacity with the equivalent of 3,500 full-time students. In terms of a head count, that equates to roughly 7,000 students

taking between one and five classes. The overflow, said Curry, has been accommodated through efficiencies such as offering courses on evenings and weekends. The university expansion is backed by the Downtown Surrey Business Improvement Association (DSBIA) and the Surrey Board of Trade, which also made presentations to the government finance committee on Oct. 18. “We are concerned that the lack of funded university spaces is beginning to have a negative impact on the aspirations of B.C.’s future workforce who are unable to enter the program of their choice,” said Elizabeth Model, executive director of the DSBIA. “In addition to meeting future labour market needs, the City Centre businesses believe that the growth of Surrey’s campus would act as a catalyst for economic development and would be excellent investment for our downtown core.” Curry is confident the university’s request to proceed with expansion plans will be endorsed. “There appeared to be a very high degree of recognition of this committee to the situation in Surrey and the rapid growth and needs.” A report from the government finance committee is due by Nov. 15.

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e’ve all experienced it. The agony of sitting in gridlock traffic, either on the way to work or leaving it, trapped behind a wall of vehicles that are barely moving. That image doesn’t really change regardless of where one lives, but in Delta residents are faced with an inordinate number of trucks on Highways 17 and 99 because of the Deltaport Terminal. Which is why at peak travel times that interchange is one of the busiest traffic corridors in the entire country. A major frustration cited by business owners in North Delta around the Tilbury Industrial Park are the hundreds of slow-moving trucks clogging up River Road in the morning and afternoon commute. Certainly, some of those trucks belong to local businesses. However, trying to make deliveries during peak traffic hours just doesn’t make any sense for anybody. Truckers are on the clock when they’re driving, which means that although sitting in gridlock is frustrating, it’s a workplace frustration. The rest of us are on our own time, which makes transport trucks in the Massey Tunnel a needless competitor for road space. One way of fixing this problem might be to follow the suggestion recently made by Delta Coun. Ian Paton and put a ban on transport trucks making deliveries or driving on major roads during rush hour. The question is, would such a ban work? The country of Israel, with its limited real estate and large population, decided to ban trucks during morning rush hour in 2010. The result? Travel times from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem were reduced by an average of 58 per cent. A little closer to home, Los Angeles has had a heavy truck ban on city streets for more than two decades. But other than stuffing the political suggestion box, very little action has been taken in other jurisdictions to remove heavy trucks from the road during the commute, probably because the move would cause outrage from truckers and their unions and associations. Clearly we need commerce, and moving goods from Point A to Point B is integral. But something has to be done beyond simply laying more asphalt. When the Deltaport Terminal 2 expansion is a reality, things are likely only going to get worse. –Black Press

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still of the “defined benefit” variety. Based what they spend on salaries, political activon bond interest rates that have since ities and lobbying, and another advocating sunk to all-time lows, these governmenta ban on unions spending compulsory guaranteed pensions are now a free ride for dues on political campaigns. those lucky enough to have them, funded This is a pet project of Nechako Lakes by the taxes of private sector workers who MLA John Rustad, whose constituency in many cases have no pension sponsored both motions. plan at all. Rustad presented a private There was talk of passing a member’s bill last year to law that all new public sector require detailed disclosure, hires be restricted to a “defined but it was left to die on the contribution” plan where the order paper. employee and employer contribLike all the policy resoluute equally and the pension is tions debated at the convenbased on what those contribution, these ideas are not tions yield. This would provoke binding on the government. the mother of all confrontaAgain, there is no actual tions with the B.C. Federation change on the horizon. Tom Fletcher Delegates rejected another of Labour, but there was no evidence yet that this is going motion that would have beyond the talking stage. made membership in the B.C. The resolutions continued the theme of Teachers’ Federation optional. This would confronting the labour movement, ritual have been a declaration of war on B.C.’s combat that seems to be an inescapable most militant union, just as Clark and part of B.C. elections. Education Minister Don McRae embark on Delegates passed two motions, one calla long-shot bid to end the decades of coning for public sector unions to disclose frontation that have defined that relation-

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.C. Liberal delegates gathered for their convention on the weekend at the Chateau Whistler, the same luxury hotel where Gordon Campbell fired up the troops in 2008. Back then the advertising slogan was “Keep B.C. Strong.” Unveiled at Premier Christy Clark’s pre-election pep rally: “Together. Building B.C.” This slight change hints at the big difference. Campbell led a front-running party to a third straight majority, while Clark is a struggling underdog pleading for unity to turn back an NDP tsunami. Hence “Free Enterprise Friday,” a discussion open to non-party members. Clark began with an upbeat speech urging party members to “reach out our arms, open the tent and be as big as we can possibly be.” So did they? Dashing between three concurrent sessions, I missed a fair amount of it, but there were some provocative suggestions to appeal to those inclined to support the resurgent B.C. Conservatives. An accountant spoke to a packed room about the growing unfunded liability of public sector pensions, most of which are

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Drivers An on-site smoke shack would help lacking courtesy thIs Issue has been a thorn in my

side for many years, and when it happened today I felt the need to write about it, to try and instil in people the importance of just saying thanks. I was driving on 152 Street towards the freeway at about 4:30 p.m., when it is very busy, and all I wanted to do was to get home, but I saw a driver trying his hardest to get onto 152 from a mini-mall and no one would let him in. I have been in his situation many times and I am always thankful for that driver that lets me in and I always give a wave or some kind of gesture of thanks, because I really do appreciate the favour. Today when I saw this driver trying to get onto 152, I let him in and he did not acknowledge me in any way to say thanks, even after sitting there for awhile. I found out later that there was a problem near 152, but the point is that if you don’t use proper driving courtesy, people just get tired of letting you in. How much of an effort is it to acknowledge a good deed that helps you out in the end? If we all became selfish and never said thank you to other drivers in some way, just remember, you might never get to escape from that mini-mall. S. Jane Stevens, Surrey

thank you so much for your article on the smoking problem at the Fraser Cancer Centre (“Smokers cloud Surrey cancer centre,” Oct. 16). I went for my treatments for breast cancer two-and-a-half years ago and it was no different then. I complained to the staff but was told that there was nothing they could do as the bylaw officers took so long to get out there that often the smokers were gone. Or they simply moved on, and when the officers left,

moved back to the same locations. I was also told that there was a huge problem with some of the smokers (some are staff ) smoking around the building near the air intake vents. That meant that those undergoing chemotherapy had to breath smoke fumes that were being drawn into the building from those smoking outside. In the past, I understand, there was a small building in the middle of the parking lot for them to smoke in. That was torn down to make more room for cars when the smoking

bylaw went into effect many years ago. If a building of that nature could be put up on the property, it would make a huge difference to those of us who truly care about our health. Perhaps the hospital needs to hire some security with the authority to enforce the bylaws to ensure that those who want to live healthier lives can do so, free from the effects of second-hand smoke.

Here’s some Halloween advice from the neighbourhood witch halloween Is, once more, spookily upon us. I love this fun tradition and look forward to it all year. This year I have noticed a lot of kids saying they do not celebrate Halloween because of religion or ethnicity, and their family will be giving no candy out but will be trick-or-treating. This places a huge burden on those of us who wish to celebrate Halloween. Where I live I can expect 100 kids while only two to three families are actually going to give out candy. If you are allowing your child to trick-or-treat, then maybe buy some candy and give it to a neighbor who is giving out candy. I also ask that people who will not be home to turn off lights or place a sign out saying “no candy.” So many little tykes going to lit-up door after door and no one is home. While I am at it, how about a trick-or-treat time frame, say 5-9 p.m., starting with little kids? I get kids knocking at 3 p.m. and then again at 11 p.m. Okay, I sound like a witch, and ha ha, that is my costume this year. Happy trick-or-treating everyone. Stay safe and have fun.

Doctors should make house calls

they want us to take care of the

elderly/disabled at home. But trying to get that person to a doctor’s office is not always easy. My husband is disabled and trying to dress him is very difficult. Then, because he cannot get out of the chair to the exam table, all the doctor can do at his office is check blood pressure and ask a few questions. I understand a few doctors in Burnaby and Vancouver are making visits to housebound seniors. It’s a good idea. Gladice Silvius

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Parked cars prevent Suite-hunting council hounding homeowners waste collection I want to express my concern

about the Clayton Heights area and how the new waste collection program is set up. Today we received a note on our recycling saying that it could not be picked up because there was a car within one metre of the bin. So, to the City of Surrey, which planned these row homes with hardly any street parking as it is, how do they propose we ensure that no one parks in front of our bins? Now my already-full recycle bin will have to wait another two weeks before it is picked up. Am

I to assume that there will be no street parking on pick-up days because we all have to park our bins on the street to avoid people parking there? And once we have no street parking after the widening on 192 Street is finished, are we supposed to park our bins in the bike lane? Here is another example of how a lack of sufficient planning has gone into the row home/coach home suburb that is Clayton Heights. Amy Friesen Surrey

It appears that council is already working on hammering out the

details for tax bills to increase in Surrey if a home has a secondary suite (“Surrey set to ramp up taxes,” The Leader, Oct. 25. Great. Fantastic. Way to go. Always scoring on the hardworking, taxpaying , law-abiding citizens to fairly support fundamentals by all the residents. The city claims it is going to find another 1,000 suites this year and generate $10 million in revenue. Happy hunting, as some homes simply have large families or guests living in them and don’t need to pay secondary suite fees. And of course there’s the ones that do have income-bearing, nonregistered suite(s) and will continue to slide through the money-saving cracks with Cheshire cat grins as the city continues to close their bylaw rules-and-regulations set of eyeballs. It’s time for the city to wake up and take a dose of reality when it comes to property bylaw policies. S. Sidhu

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a plan to fire up 150 slot machines at a Newton bingo hall. The highly contentious plan has been started and stalled several times in the past three years, with many civic officials saying most recently that the Newton site isn’t appropriate for slots. Last Monday night, Surrey council received a corporate report requesting the temporary activation of slots at Bingo Country, at 7093 King George Blvd. The slots would be activated for the year and a half, or when a casino is approved for South Surrey, whichever comes first. The idea of slots at the Newton site has been rife with controversy. The bingo hall rezoning, which was allowed at a contentious five-to-four vote of council in 2009, was granted in part on the promise of a $25 million investment by the original applicant, Boardwalk Gaming. Boardwalk sold the property to Gateway, releasing either party of the commitment for investment. On May 30, The Leader

broke the story that Rasode were the city, Gateway opposed. Gaming and Enter“I don’t believe tainment and the it is the site for slot provincial lottery machines,” Rasode corporation were said before the working on plans meeting. “Even in to remove the slots the short term.” from the Newton Only months ago, bingo hall in favour some city councilof a $100-million lors said publicly yet-to-be built they no longer facility in South wanted the Newton Surrey at 10 Avenue Barinder rasode facility. and 168 Street. Mayor Dianne The corporate Watts told The report before Leader in May council last week she wouldn’t be recommended heartbroken to see allowing the slots, the facility leave but indicates SurNewton. rey isn’t willing to “I just think that roll the dice on the the Newton site Newton site, even was not appropriin the short term. ate, and I know Staff recomthat many of us mended conditions struggled with that of approval include site, but supported addressing commu- Dianne Watts it because the nonnity concerns, such profits were (previas safety, promising ously) getting the to renovate the existing facility dollars,” Watts said at the time. if council votes down the South On Monday, she said there Surrey site. are still challenges with the Council voted six to three to site, but better opportunities allow the slots at the Newton are being presented. Bingo hall for 18 months. “That’s why it’s only tempoCouns. Judy Villeneuve, rary,” Watts said. Marvin Hunt and Barinder Twitter: @diakiw

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rolled his truck while navigating the on ramp to Highway 1 from 152 Street. On Thursday at about 1:30, the man was heading toward the highway when the pickup he was in rolled off the road. He was transferred to Royal Columbian Hospital where he was pronounced dead. Police said Friday drugs or alcohol were not believed to be factors and that it’s too soon to say if speed was involved in the accident. Traffic was backed

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Tuesday, October 30, 2012 Surrey/North Delta Leader 11

Waste pick-up advisory changed to pro-pot message

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Someone reprogrammed this rented electronic sign board with a message encouraging marijuana smoking instead of a City of Surrey advisory about trash collection.

because it means roughly 200 in the 20,000 homes in each collection area is not following the new schedule, either forgetting to put trash out on their collection day, or leaving out the wrong kind of trash. “We’re not quite there.” The way Surrey trash is collected was overhauled as part of a Metro Vancouver regional waste strategy that aims to raise the recycling rate.

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Jamieson Glendinning charged with child sexual assualt Black Press A mAn wAnted on a

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N OTI C E OF PUBL IC HEAR I N G - M O N DAY, N OVEM BER 5 , 2 012 The Council of the City of Surrey will hold a Public Hearing pursuant to the provisions of the Local Government Act, in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 14245 - 56 Avenue, Surrey, BC, on Monday, November 5, 2012, commencing at 7:00 p.m. Surrey Official Community Plan By-law, 1996, No. 12900, Text No. 118 Amendment By-law, 2012, No. 17781 Application: 7912-0272-00 CIVIC ADDRESS: 18998 - 54 Avenue APPLICANT: Kerr Properties 001 Ltd. c/o Dave MacPherson 34040 George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford, BC V2S 2N2 PROPOSAL: To amend “Surrey Official Community Plan By-law, 1996, No. 12900” as amended, in Division A, Schedule B Temporary Use Permit Areas, under the heading Temporary Industrial Use Permit Areas, by adding a new heading “Temporary Industrial Use Permit No. 42 - Outside Storage of Materials” This application will permit the outside storage of precast concrete and associated construction materials for a period not to exceed three years. DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP 17781

Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2012, No. 17783 Application: 7912-0267-00

on a portion of the property shown as Block A. DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP 17787

CIVIC ADDRESS: 228 and 388 - 175A Street APPLICANT: Windhill Holdings Ltd. and Silverstone Ventures Inc. c/o Barnet Dembek Architects Inc. (Maciej Dembek) #135, 7536 - 130 Street, Surrey, BC V3W 1H8 PROPOSAL: To amend “Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2010, No. 17018” in Part 2, Section B.2 Permitted Uses is amended by inserting a new Sub-section 2.B.2 (g) immediately following Sub-section 2.B.2 (f) as follows: “(g) Child care centres.” The purpose of this amendment is to permit a child care centre on this site. DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP 17783

Surrey Official Community Plan By-law, 1996, No. 12900, No. 340 Amendment By-law, 2012, No. 17788 Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2012, No. 17789 Application: 7912-0028-00

Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2012, No. 17786 Application: 7911-0323-00

Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2012, No. 17784 Application: 7911-0019-00 CIVIC ADDRESS: 5451 and 5471 - 188 Street APPLICANT: Laurel Melvin, Rajveer S. Gill and Bableen K. Rana c/o H. Y. Engineering Ltd. (Theresa Rawle and Mark Knibbs) #200, 9128 - 152 Street, Surrey, BC V3R 4E7 PROPOSAL: To rezone the site from “OneAcre Residential Zone (RA)” to “Comprehensive Development Zone (CD)”. The purpose of the rezoning is to permit the development into ten (10) small suburban single family lots and one (1) remainder lot (proposed Lot 5). B. Permitted Uses for By-law No. 17784 The Lands and structures shall be used for the following uses only, or for a combination of such uses: 1. One single family dwelling which may contain 1 secondary suite. 2. Accessory uses including the following: (a) Bed and breakfast use in accordance with Section B.2, Part 4 General Provisions, of Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, as amended; and (b) The keeping of boarders or lodgers in accordance with Section B.2, Part 4 General Provisions, of Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, as amended. DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP 17784

CIVIC ADDRESS: 12188 and 12220 - 97 Avenue (also shown as 12222 97 Avenue) APPLICANT: Gurinder S. Rakkar c/o CitiWest Consulting Ltd. (Roger Jawanda) #101, 9030 King George Boulevard, Surrey, BC V3V 7Y3 PROPOSAL: Block A To rezone a Portion of 12220 - 97 Avenue from “Duplex Residential Zone (RM-D)” to “Single Family Residential Zone (RF)”. Block B To rezone a Portion of 12220 - 97 Avenue and a Portion of 12188 - 97 Avenue from “Single Family Residential Zone (RF)” to “Single Family Residential (12) Zone (RF-12)”. The purpose of the rezoning is to permit subdivision into 6 single family lots. DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP 17786

CIVIC ADDRESS: 13314, 13326, 13344 - 96 Avenue APPLICANT: Joginder S. Bath, Dilbag S. Bath, Lakhvir S. Bath and Sahib S. Bath c/o WG Architecture Inc. (Wojciech Grzybowicz) #1030, 470 Granville Street, Vancouver, BC V6C 1V5 PROPOSAL: By-law 17788 To redesignate the site from Urban (URB) to Multiple Residential (RM). By-law 17789 To rezone the site from “Single Family Residential Zone (RF)” to “Comprehensive Development Zone (CD)”. The purpose of the redesignation and rezoning is to permit the development of approximately 22 townhouse units. B. Permitted Uses for By-law 17789 The Lands and structures shall be used for ground-oriented multiple unit residential buildings. DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP 17788/17789

Surrey Official Community Plan By-law, 1996, No. 12900, Text No. 119 Amendment By-law, 2012, No. 17790 Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2012, No. 17791 Application: 7912-0009-00 Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2012, No. 17787 Application: 7912-0007-00 CIVIC ADDRESS: Portion of 12244 - 97 Avenue APPLICANT: Sarbjit Basra and Sukhraj K. Basra c/o CitiWest Consulting Ltd. (Roger Jawanda) #101, 9030 King George Boulevard, Surrey, BC V3V 7Y3 PROPOSAL: To rezone a portion of the property from “Single Family Residential Zone (RF)” to “Single Family Residential (12) Zone (RF-12)”. The purpose of the rezoning is to permit subdivision into 2 single family lots

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CIVIC ADDRESS: 10672 and 10708 - 140 Street APPLICANT: 0915651 BC Ltd. c/o Gerry Blonski Architect (Gerry Blonski) #1A, 12468 - 82 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3W 3E9 PROPOSAL: By-law 17790 To amend “Surrey Official Community Plan By-law, 1996, No. 12900” as amended, in Section 3.6 Land Use Designations: Allowable Density. By-law 17791 To rezone the site from “Single Family Residential Zone (RF)” to “Comprehensive Development Zone (CD)” CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING - MONDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2012 This amendment will increase the maximum floor area ratio (FAR) from 1.50 to 2.0 for the subject site and the rezoning will permit the development of a 4-storey, 81-unit apartment building. B. Permitted Uses for By-law 17791 The Lands and structures shall be used for the following uses only, or for a combination of such uses: 1. Multiple unit residential buildings and ground-oriented multiple unit residential buildings. 2. Child care centres, provided that such centres: (a) Do not constitute a singular use on the lot; and (b) Do not exceed a total area of 3.0 square metres [32 sq.ft.] per dwelling unit. DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP 17790/17791

Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2012, No. 17785 Application: 7912-0152-00

CIVIC ADDRESS: 6172 - 126 Street APPLICANT: Harmail S. Randhawa, P U Manpreet B L I C K. NRandhawa OT I C Eand Gurdev K. Randhawa c/o Hunter Laird Engineering Ltd. (Dexter Hirabe) #300, 65 Richmond Street, New Westminster, BC V3L 5P5 PROPOSAL: To rezone the property from “OneAcre Residential Zone (RA)” to “Single Family Residential Zone (RF)”. The purpose of the rezoning is to permit subdivision into 2 single family lots. DEVELOPMENT 17785 to issue a The Council of the City of Surrey proposesLOCATION to pass a MAP resolution

Notice of Temporary Commercial Use Permit

Temporary Commercial Use Permit, pursuant to the provisions of the Local Government Act, at the Regular Council - Public Hearing meeting in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 14245 - 56 Avenue, Surrey, B.C., on Monday, October 1, 2012, commencing at 7:00 p.m.. PERMIT NO. 7912-0237-00 APPLICANT: 0912712 B.C. Ltd. c/o Calvary Worship Centre A Ministry of Standard Bearers International (Sam Owusu) 260 12th Street New Westminster, BC V3M 4H2 ADDRESS: 11125 - 124 Street PURPOSE: To allow for an assembly use limited to 4,920 square metres of gross floor area for a period not to exceed three (3) years.

Surrey Zoning By-law, 1979, No. 5942, Amendment By-law, 2012, No. 17782 Additional information may be obtained from the Planning & Development Department at (604) 591-4441.

Application: 7912-0228-00 CIVIC ADDRESS: 17619 - 96 Avenue APPLICANT: Deertrail Homes Ltd. 30886 Brookdale Court, Abbotsford, BC V2T 5S3 PROPOSAL: To amend “Surrey Zoning By-law, 1979, No. 5942, Amendment By-law, 1985, No. 8463” by inserting new sub-section 3 immediately following sub-section 2 as follows: Child care centres, provided that such centres: (a) Do not constitute a singular use on a lot; and (b) Are located with direct access to an open space and play area within the lot. The purpose of this amendment is to permit child care centres as a permitted use. DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP 17782

Copies of the by-law(s), supporting staff reports and any relevant background documentation may be viewed in the “Notices” section of the City of Surrey website at www.surrey.ca or inspected at the City Hall, Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. from Tuesday, October 23, 2012 to Monday, November 5, 2012. All persons who believe their interest in property will be affected by the proposed by-law(s) shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on matters contained in the bylaw(s). Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to convey to Council, please fax to 604-591-8731, email clerks@surrey.ca, or submit in writing to the City Clerk at 14245 56 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3X 3A2, no later than Monday, November 5, 2012 at 4:00 p.m.

Youth SNAP into action City program keeps parks free of invasive plant species by Evan Seal EvEry yEar a group of

environmentally conscious youth restore and enhance Surrey’s natural areas, parks, forests and boulevards. For the last 12 years, members of Surrey’s SNAP Program (Surrey’s Natural Areas Partnership) have worked in partnership with the City of Surrey and three nonprofit organizations, The Green Timbers Heritage Society, Sunnyside Acres Heritage Society and the White Rock and Surrey Naturalists Society to promote environmental stewardship and to educate the public about the benefits of having natural spaces in their communities. Using an in-depth database of invasive plant species, members of the Green Timbers Heritage Society and the City of Surrey are able to determine what areas need to be addressed, and what specific plants need to be removed or planted, and that information is then passed on to SNAP team members.

“Often residents will use local parks as a place to dump yard waste and trimmings, not realizing this can lead to the spread of many invasive species,” explained SNAP Program Coordinator Stephen McGlenn. “So through our outreach and education events in the various communities, we try to mitigate yard waste dumping behaviour.” SNAP also uses interactive nature camps to teach young kids the importance of nature in the city. “Many volunteers are looking to experience working in the environmental field, really to see what it’s like,” said McGlenn, “and SNAP is a really good stepping stone for many students.” This year, SNAP staff and volunteers removed invasive species of plants and litter from nearly 3,300 square meters of city land. For more information about the program or the various volunteer opportunities, visit www. surrey.ca/snap

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Please note that Council may not receive further submissions from the public or interested persons concerning these applications after the Public The Temporary Commercial Use Permit, supporting staff reports and any Hearing relevant background documentation may be viewed in the “Notices” has concluded. section of the City of Surrey website at www.surrey.ca or inspected at City Hall, Monday through Jane SullivanFriday (except statutory holidays) between the hours of 8:30 a.m.City and 4:30 p.m., from Tuesday, September 11, 2012 to Monday, Clerk October 1, 2012. Additional information may be obtained from Planning & Development at 604-591-4441. Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to convey to Council regarding this Temporary Commercial Use Permit, please fax to 604-591-8731, email clerks@surrey.ca, or submit in writing to the City Clerk no later than Monday, October 1, 2012, 4:00 p.m. Jane Sullivan City Clerk

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Hannoun and Trevor Cameron also scored for Surrey. The Surrey Eagles came within a Michael Santaguida made 30 goal of winning a fourth straight saves for the Eagles, but was tagged game Saturday night, but in the with the loss. end settled for a weekend split with Friday, the Eagles’ weekend the Langley Rivermen. began with a strong performance Friday in South Surrey, the from newcomer Brady Shaw, who Eagles beat their division rivals scored twice in his Eagles’ debut 5-3 – the team’s third straight viclast weekend. He scored another tory – but on Saturday, dropped a two goals in Friday’s win, while 6-5 decision. adding an assist. On Saturday at the Langley Michael Stenerson opened the Events Centre, the Eagles fell scoring, and Colton Mackie and behind the home team early, trailBlacklock, into an empty net, also ing 3-1 after 20 minutes, lit the lamp for the home but mounted something team. Hannoun had three of a comeback in the assists. middle frame, scoring Santaguida was again in three times to Langley’s net, stopping 31 Langley two. shots. In the third, Mario The Eagles are perched Puskarich – who finished fourth in the BCHL’s with a hat trick for the Mainland Division, with Rivermen – scored an an 8-6-0-1 (won-lost-tiedempty-net goal with 43 overtime loss) record, seconds left to make it two points back of the Michael 6-4. Mason Blacklock, Coquitlam Express and Stenerson who played for the seven off the pace of the Langley Chiefs during the division-leading Prince 2010-11 season, brought the deficit George Spruce Kings. to within one with seven seconds The Eagles and Rivermen will left in the game. renew rivalries again this week, in The Semiahmoo Minor Hockey a rare mid-week game Thursday in product also scored the Eagles’ Langley. On Friday, Surrey travels first-period goal, completing a to Merritt for a road game against tic-tac-toe passing play with Nic the Centennials, and Saturday Pierog and Devon Toews. returns home to take on Prince Eagles’ Jordan Klimek, Demico George.

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Devils earning points on the road Overtime loss in Maple Ridge, a win in North Vancouver for Junior B team by Rick Kupchuk The win STreak is over, but the North Delta D evils are still collecting points at a better than .500 clip. The Pacific Junior Hockey League team lost for the first time in eight starts Friday night in Maple Ridge, but still earned a point form a 4-3 overtime loss to the Ridge Meadows Flames. The Devils then won an important four-point game 4-1 on the road against the North Vancouver Wolf Pack Saturday, moving five points clear of the lastplace team in the Tom Shaw Conference. North Delta now has a 8-7-0-1 (wonlost-tied-overtime loss) record, three points ahead of the Grandview Steelers and six up on the 5-6-1-1 Wolf Pack. Friday’s loss came after the Devils

dominated the first period of 25 shots, earning his third vicplay and took a 2-0 lead into the tory of the season. dressing room. Benjamin Vikich Cloverdale’s Steve Myland opened the scoring six minutes was in the net for the Devils 24 into the game, then Marco hours later in North Vancouver, Romano added an insurance turning aside 26 of 27 shots for goal while on the power play at the win while lowering his goals the 16-minute mark. against average to 2.51, fourthThe Flames scored once in the lowest among goaltenders in the Benjamin Vikich Junior B league. second period and twice more in the third to go ahead 3-2 with North Delta and the Wolf Pack less than 10 minutes to play. traded first period goals, both scored on Matthew Painchaud netted North the power play. Joshua Smith netted the Delta’s second powerplay goal of the Devils goal 10 minutes into the game, contest, forcing extra time. The Flames giving the visitors a lead that stood up had the only three shots on goal in the until the final minute of the period. first overtime period, score on their third The Devils blew the game open in one for the win. the second period. Vikich netted the White Rock native Tyler Read was in eventual winner at the 12:32 mark, and the North Delta goal, making 21 saves on added an insurance goal just 40 seconds SE cTIOn c 0-ORDInATOR:(PHO nE 604-575-5335)

later. Arvin Atwal made it 4-1 38 seconds before the second intermission, then Painchaud notched the fifth North Delta goal with two minutes to play in the game. Vikich assisted on Panchaud’s goal to finish the night with three points. Romano collected three assists, giving him five points in the two weekend games. The Devils play three times this week, including two on home ice. They host the Abbotsford Pilots, leaders of the Harold Brittain Conference, on Halloween night tomorrow. Face off is at 7:30 p.m. in the Sungod Arena. They host the Aldergrove Kodiaks Saturday at 6:45 p.m., then are the visitors Sunday afternoon at 4 p.m. at the Burnaby Winter club against Grandview.

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Guildford: Free Health Workshop CHRONIC PAIN Do you or someone you live with have chronic PAIN? The University of Victoria is pleased to offer their FREE six session Chronic Pain SelfManagement Program aimed to help participants better manage their chronic pain. For more info see www.selfmanagementbc.ca. The program is being offered at: Guildford Recreation Centre (CRAFT ROOM #2)

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United shut out at home Dominique Falls (left) of the North Shore Renegades and Surrey United’s April Coffin race for the ball during a Metro Women’s Soccer League game Sunday at Cloverdale Athletic Park. North Shore won 1-0, handing United its first loss in five Premier Division games. BOAZ JOSEPH THE LEADER

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NOTICE OF INTENTION TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE AND OF PROPOSED PROPERTY DISPOSITION TAKE NOTICE THAT pursuant to sections 24 and 26 of the Community Charter, S.B.C. 2003, c. 26 as amended, the City of Surrey (the “City”) hereby gives notice of its intention to provide assistance and of a proposed property disposition under a partnering agreement between the City and the Surrey City Development Corporation (the “Development Corporation”) dated April 30, 2007 as amended (the “Agreement”). AND THAT the Agreement as approved by Council is part of a strategy to maximize the financial returns through development and provide an annual revenue stream to the City from the City’s wholly owned Development Corporation. The form of assistance is the transfer of beneficial interest in lands more particularly described below (the “Lands”) from the City to the Development Corporation, valued at $1,581,000.00, in exchange for preferred shares of the Development Corporation. The Lands are more particularly described as follows: Parcel Identifier 028-907-973 Lot 1 Section 27 Block 5 North Range 2 West New Westminster District Plan BCP51303 (13483 - 103 Avenue) AND THAT the Agreement and any relevant background documentation may be inspected at the City Hall, Office of the City Clerk, 14245 – 56th Avenue, Surrey, BC, Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Jane Sullivan City Clerk www.surrey.ca

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Jakob Stukel of the valley West hawks is one of five local hockey players selected to Team Bc for the Western canada Under-16 challenge cup.

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PACWEST honours San First-year forward Dalton San of the Kwantlen Eagles men’s soccer team has been named the PACWEST Player of the Week for the weekend of Oct 20-21.

San, a graduate of Holy Cross high school currently in the Bachelor of Business Admin – Accounting program at Kwantlen, scored once in a 3-3 tie with the Langara Falcons and came off the bench to assist on the winning

goal in a 2-1 win over the Quest Kermodes. The victory lifted Kwantlen into the PACWEST playoffs. San finished the season with three goals in 13 games played, tied for third on the Eagles roster.

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The Masters Marauders of Surrey placed first in the 65-and-over age group at Senior Softball USA’s World Masters Championships Oct. 1-4 in Las Vegas. More than 440 teams participated in several age groups, including 24 in the 65-and-over AAA category, won by the Marauders. The Surrey squad lost their first game 14-8 to an opponent form Wisconsin, then won eight in a row to clinch first place. They edged Specialist Realty of Las Vegas 13-12 to win their group and advance to the final, where they topped Team Elite of Arizona 23-17. The Marauders outscored the opposition 214-93 in nine games. Al Didrickson was selected as the tournament’s Most Valuable Player. Other team members included Rick Moore, Ross Evison, Ron Maber, Paul Donato, Craig Barraclough, Al Heath, Jeff Swallow, Steve Ogin, Dave Schill, Dave Duerksen, Wayne Meek, Everett Holmes, Daryl Wolf and manager George Masters.

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Join SFU President, Andrew Petter, to celebrate Diwali. SFU welcomes the community to this cultural and networking reception to raise funds in support of mobility scholarships for SFU students to work, study, or volunteer in India.

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from Surrey have been selected to play for Team BC at the 2012 Western Canada Under-16 Challenge Cup Nov. 1-4 in Calgary. The tournament is a four-team round robin competition featuring teams from the four western branches within Hockey Canada. On the team are forwards Matthew Bradley, Jake Fletcher, Tyler Soy and Jakob Stukel, as well as defense Parker Wotherspoon of Cloverdale. Soy plays with the Okanagan Hockey Academy, while the other four are members of the Valley West Hawks of the BC Hockey Major Midget League.

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Halloween party, Wednesday, Oct. 31 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Bear Creek Community Church, 8383 140 St. Everyone welcome, bouncy castle, inexpensive food, bonfire and games. Come in your costume and win free candy and prizes. Great fun for the whole

Enjoy the Halloween display at the Haunted Yard, 10343 155A St., nightly until 10 p.m. and running till Oct. 31.This haunted Halloween display is a fundraiser for the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer. Features a zombie baby

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Halloween display at the Emery family home, 14920 83A Ave., supports the Janice Churchill Elementary PAC activities fund.

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INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN PROJECT DEFINITION CONSULTATION Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project October 22 – November 30, 2012 Port Metro Vancouver is conducting Project Definition Consultation regarding the proposed Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project. As part of this consultation, Port Metro Vancouver is presenting information regarding the conceptual project design, as well as seeking input regarding elements of the project related to refining the design and developing environmental mitigation plans. The Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project is a proposed new multi-berth container terminal at Roberts Bank in Delta, BC that could provide 2.4 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) of container capacity. The project is part of Port Metro Vancouver’s Container Capacity Improvement Program, a long-term strategy to deliver projects to meet anticipated growth in demand for container capacity to 2030. You can provide feedback and learn more about the project by: Attending a multi-stakeholder meeting or open house (see schedule below) Reading consultation materials and providing feedback online (consultation materials and an online feedback form are available at www.portmetrovancouver.com/RBT2) Calling 604.665.9337 Providing a written submission through: Fax: 1.866.284.4271 Email: container.improvement@portmetrovancouver.com Mail: Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project, 100 The Pointe, 999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC V6C 3T4

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STAKEHOLDER MEETING & OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULE Date Event Type Time Location Tuesday, October 23 Tuesday, October 23 Wednesday, October 24 Thursday, October 25 Thursday, October 25 Saturday, October 27 Tuesday, October 30 Tuesday, October 30 Wednesday, October 31 Thursday, November 1 Tuesday, November 6 Thursday, November 8

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Coast Tsawwassen Inn 1665 56 St, Delta Coast Tsawwassen Inn 1665 56 St, Delta Newlands Golf & Country Club 21025 48 Ave, Langley Delta Town & Country Inn 6005 Hwy 17, Delta Hilton Vancouver Airport 5911 Minoru Blvd, Richmond Delta Town & Country Inn 6005 Hwy 17, Delta Northview Golf & Country Club 6857 168 St Surrey Hilton Vancouver Airport 5911 Minoru Blvd, Richmond Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue 580 West Hastings St, Vancouver Northview Golf & Country Club 6857 168 St Surrey Coast Tsawwassen Inn 1665 56 St, Delta Newlands Golf & Country Club 21025 48 Ave, Langley

*To register for a stakeholder meeting, please email container.improvement@port metrovancouver.com or call 604.665.9337. Please provide your name and specify the date and time of the meeting you wish to attend. How Input Will Be Used - Input received will be considered, along with technical and economic information, in developing project designs or plans, including engineering and environmental mitigation plans, for the proposed Roberts Bank Terminal 2 Project. p o r t m e t r o v a n c o u v e r. c o m / R B T 2

The Fraser Valley Potters Guild is holding their annual Christmas Pottery Sale on Nov. 3 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Newton Cultural Centre, 13530 72 Ave. The works of more than 20 potters are expected.

Attention crafters: Cloverdale United Church is hosting its annual Fall Craft Fair on Nov. 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 17575 58A Ave. Tables $25. Call Marguerite Cryer at 604574-5603. The holiday art and fine craft sale, A Real Piece of Work, will take place Nov. 17 and 18 at the Ocean Park Community Hall, 1577 128 St. The jewelry and accessories show, A Real Gem, will

take place on Nov. 24 and 25 at the Ocean Park Community Hall, 1577 128 St. For more information, email arealpieceofwork@ hotmail.com

Donations On Oct. 31, about 80 Clayton Heights students will be neighborhood between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m., going door-to-door asking for nonperishable food items for the Surrey Food Bank. The Delta School District looking for donations of brass and woodwind instruments in good condition for an new music program where specialist teachers will teach grade six and seven students.

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Notice of Temporary Industrial Use Permit The Council of the City of Surrey proposes to pass a resolution to issue a Temporary Industrial Use Permit, pursuant to the provisions of the Local Government Act, at the Regular Council - Public Hearing meeting in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 14245 - 56 Avenue, Surrey, B.C., on Monday, November 5, 2012, commencing at 7:00 p.m. PERMIT NO. 7912-0272-00 APPLICANT: Kerr Properties 001 Ltd. c/o Dave MacPherson 34040 George Ferguson Way Abbotsford, BC V2S 2N2 ADDRESS: 18998 - 54 Avenue PURPOSE: To permit the outside storage of precast concrete and associated construction materials for a period not to exceed three (3) years.

Professional appraisals and tax receipts will be issued. Other instruments will also be considered. To donate, bring the instruments to any elementary school in Delta. Lulu Beans children’s consignment boutique and coffee shoppe (#102, 19390 68 Ave.) is looking for children’s consignment items and volunteers. The store is operated by Heart Family Support Services Society, a registered notfor-profit Society which was created to fill a need for advocacy, support and educational opportunities for foster families in the Lower Mainland. For more information, call 778-2781031 or visit www.lulubeans. org Bolivar Heights Community Association and K’s Angels are joining together to sponsor the Empties Campaign to support two little girls with cystic fibrosis. Call Cindy at 604-930-8593 to arrange for pick up of cans, bottles and juice containers.

events From Oct. 31 to Nov. 4, Canada’s annual South Asian Film Festival (SAFF) will screen more than 40 films from the best feature, documentary and animation filmmakers from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan and the Maldives, in six venues in Greater Vancouver, Surrey and Abbotsford. For more information, visit www. saffcanada.org Prince Rama in the Wilderness comes to the Surrey Arts Centre, 13750 88 Ave., on Nov. 3 at 2 p.m. Performed by Menaka Thakkar Dance Company, the one-hour show is inspired by the Indian epic The Ramayana. Later the same day, the dance company presents Parashakati, a dance performance that fuses Eastern and Western dance styles in a creation of new works. Phone 604-501-5566 or visit tickets.surrey.ca

The Temporary Industrial Use Permit, supporting staff reports and any relevant background documentation may be viewed in the “Notices” section of the City of Surrey website at www.surrey.ca or inspected at City Hall, Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., from Tuesday, October 23, 2012 to Monday, November 5, 2012. Additional information may be obtained from Planning & Development at 604-591-4441. Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to convey to Council regarding this Temporary Industrial Use Permit, please fax to 604-591-8731, email clerks@surrey.ca, or submit in writing to the City Clerk no later than Monday, November 5, 2012, 4:00 p.m. Jane Sullivan City Clerk

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George Library is hosting an Antique Identification and Appraisal Clinic on Nov. 3 from 12-4 p.m. at 8440 112 St. Bowen can identify and date objects from any historical period, and provide a detailed history, description and verbal appraisal of a participant’s object. The cost is $12 per person, which includes two antique appraisals. The cost for extra antique appraisals is $5. The spectator fee is $5. Space is limited. Register by calling Delta Museum and Archives at 604-9469322.

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Van Kam’s group of companies req. Owner Ops. to be based out of our Surrey Terminal for runs throughout BC & Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience / training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee beneﬁts package. Call Bev at 604-968-5488 or send a detailed resume and current driver’s abstract, and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com Fax: 604-587-9889 Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility. Thank you for your interest however only those of interest to us will be contacted.

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An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

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D.J Masonry Ltd. is Hiring F/T Brick Mason $25.00/hr & Construction Helper $18.00/hr. Mail: 15155 86 Ave., Surrey, BC V3S 4T8 or Email: mason_ltd@yahoo.ca

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Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door.

Make it yours. Call 604-708-2628 www.plea.bc.ca

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Is Hiring Hair Stylists For Full & Part-Time positions for our LANGLEY LOCATIONS

PHONE BOOKS

Sanfred Transport located in Langley is accepting applications for an experienced full time dispatcher. Must have knowledge of the transportation industry, cross border data entry and must have excellent communication skills. Interested applicants please submit your resume via email to fschaefer@sanfred.com or fax to 604-607-6433 Attn. Fred Schaefer

FUNDRAISER Yellow Pages® PHONE BOOKS Clubs, Charitable Organizations, Schools / Church Groups, Sport Teams or Individuals! EARN MONEY delivering the Yellow Pages Directories in Surrey, Delta, Langley / Ft Langley and Aldergrove areas.

PDC Logistics Call: 1-800-661-1910

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

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Please forward resume by email: lynn@bfffoamcorp.com or fax 604-274-3627

JOIN MOLLY MAID

Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Scheduled Days Off. Call Lloyd 780-723-5051

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EDUCATION

We are a paid performance co. we need mature, bondable applicanats with housecleaning exp. Current BC drivers license, Road Star an asset. Good English req’d. Call Mon-Fri. 9am-3pm

604-599-9962 WANTED Adult Substitute Carriers for Surrey North Delta Leader Part-time, Small vehicle required. Door to door delivery Tuesdays and Thursdays. Pls call 604-575-5344

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Fax: 1-604-420-4958 or

CREATING BRIGHTER FUTURES SINCE 1903

PLASTERERS Nijjar Drywall Constructions Ltd. Hiring Plasterers. Wage $25.00/hr. Apply by Fax 866 694-2742.

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BUSINESS Business Management Accounting & Payroll Administrative Assistant Business Administration International Trade Legal Assistant Marketing & Sales Sales Professional

Black Press has anticipated opportunities for Bindery Workers to assist with the mechanical insertion of advertising flyers into our Lower Mainland newspapers. Applicants must be available to work a variety of scheduled day, evening, night and weekend shifts.

Black Press has an immediate opening for a Sales Consultant.

Additionally, successful applicants will need to be available on a call-in basis for our locations in Surrey and Abbotsford. Excellent remuneration. Experience an asset, but not a requirement. Reliable transportation is a pre-requisite.

You should be a strong communicator, well organized, self motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. Previous sales experience is preferred but not required. A car and a valid driver’s license are required.

Advertising Sales Consultant By joining the Black Press team, you can develop a rewarding career in advertising and marketing. The team environment at Black Press will inspire you to the highest level of customer partnership and reward your motivated approach to excellence.

Black Press is Canada’s largest private independent newspaper company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii.

Please forward resumes to: Bindery Foreman Campbell Heights Distribution Centre Unit #113, 19130 24th Ave. Surrey, B.C. V3S 3S9 or Fax 604-538-4445

Send your resume with cover letter by Friday, November 2, 2012 to: Black Press c/o Courtney Gill cgill@blackpress.ca #309-5460 152nd St., Surrey, BC, V3S 5J9

www.blackpress.ca > www.bclocalnews.com

EDUCATION

Visit: www.pdclogistics.ca

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HELP WANTED

Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Bindery Workers

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F/T DISPATCHER

Opportunity also exists for:

Sam 778-898-4120

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HELP WANTED

INDUSTRIAL SEWER

We Provide Customers for Hair Stylists That Love To Cut Hair!

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Richmond manufacturer requires an INDUSTRIAL SEWER with experience on industrial straight stitch and serger machines. Our hours are: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. We have a great team and are well established after 50 years in business. Above min. wages offered plus Extended Healthcare package.

EXPERIENCED Lane Closure Tech’s and Traffic Control people req’d. immediately. 604-996-2551 or email Traffic_King@shaw.ca

HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

GREAT CLIPS

HELP WANTED

Mature persons with car or truck to deliver Yellow Pages Telephone Directories to Surrey, Delta, Langley / Ft Langley and Aldergrove.

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

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DELIVERY PERSONS

CAREER POSITION Delta based state of the art technology provider, national in scope, requires career minded individual with post secondary education for interesting long term position. Recent graduates are welcome to apply. Job related training will be provided. Please reply to:

HELP WANTED

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$1,000 BURSARY ($1,000 off tuition for Fall 2012 start)

Support people with developmental disabilities as a

In partnership with:

Community Support Worker Community Support Workers support people with developmental disabilities (such as Autism, Down Syndrome and Cerebral Palsy), physical challenges or other special needs. Entry level wages start at $18/hour. “Stenberg College has been the source of our best employees. We ﬁnd that when students come out of Stenberg they have more practical knowledge of what it is they actually need in the ﬁeld. They have the theory … and the personcentred training and they hit the ground running.” – Paul Wheeler, Executive Director, Semiahmoo House Society

Call today: 604-580-2772 · www.stenbergcollege.com Over 92% of our grads are employed in their ﬁeld of study within 6 months of graduation.

TOURISM & HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT International Hospitality Tourism & Hospitality Food & Beverage Hotel Management Conference Management

HEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT Practical Nursing Community Support Social Services Assisted Living Health Care Assistant Health Unit Clerk Live-In Caregiver Pharmacy Assistant Spa Body Therapy

TRADES Construction Electrician Levels 1, 2 & 3

EDUCATION Early Childhood Education Basic & Post Basic

FIND YOUR BEST FIT Before embarking on a sucessful career, you need to know what industry and general position you are interested in. Speaking with one of our career advisors will help you outline your career goals and what ﬁelds are best suited to you. You can even tour the campus, speak with current students, and ﬁnd out where our graduates are now. A new career and life path is only a meeting away.

CALL SURREY: 604-583-1004 OR VISIT SPROTTSHAW.COM

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HELP WANTED

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HELP WANTED

Warehouse Co-ordinator LOOKING TO HIRE? Reach Out To Qualiﬁed Candidates Today! Advertise your job postings with ease and reliability. We can help you source candidates locally or province wide with our proven advertising methods in over 96 community publications. Contact us today for customized packages and pricing!

Email: lisa@blackpress.ca

MECHANICALLY SOUND PERSON,

Required to work for a Langley based company. Must have the ability to work in both a team environment and independently. Some mechanical background required, hydraulic and electrical skills an asset. Experience with power tools and hand tools a must. Will have a strong command of the English language. Positive attitude and a willingness to learn will take you far within our company. Own vehicle is an asset, but not a necessity. Non smokers preferred.

Wages Negotiable base on Experience & Beneﬁts Package. Please e-mail:

covemouldinggroup @gmail.com

Production Worker Speciality Western Red Cedar remanufacturer located in Burnaby is looking for a skilled production worker. Experience required in lumber grading, trimsaw operation, and lumber tallying. Rate of pay is $25.12/hour. Send resume to: Fax: 604-437-7222 or email: rsandve@haidaforest.com

SHIPPER / RECEIVER Busy Langley Warehouse Forklift certification req. and must be able to lift 25kg! Customer Service experience & computer capabilities a definite asset.

We offer a competitive salary & full beneﬁt package.

Please e-mail resume: eclark@foodsupplies.ca (Please use Shipper/Receiver Langley in your subject line.) We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

START NOW!!!!

F/T Positions, up to $15/hr!! Join our marketing / promo team Must be OUTGOING and POSITIVE If you enjoy friendly competition And a fun work environment Call Tory today!

604 777 2195

Vancouver - Langley based Swivelpole is a leading Australian manufacturing company producing and supplying a unique and innovative product to specialized industries throughout the world. Our clients include blue chip multinationals in the mining, oil and gas and industrial sectors. Swivelpole has undergone significant and rapid growth in the Canadian market over the last 12 months and needs to appoint an experienced and mature individual to work in our warehouse to ensure accurate and timely delivery of customer orders. The position will report to the Branch Manager and the key responsibilities include: DReceiving and unloading finished goods DChecking receivals for accuracy and quality DPicking and packing customer orders from the dispatch slip DChecking quality of finished goods before shipping DLoading outward goods DNotifying Branch Manager of stock levels and quality problems DImproving the efficiency of the dispatch function DUsing forklift and pallet jack to move heavy goods DEnsuring a clean and safe working environment The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate considerable experience in a similar role. Importantly you will possess the following skills and attributes: DAt least 5 years working in a dispatch or warehousing role DAble to operate forklift and pallet jack DBe physical fit as the role requires considerable lifting DBe a team player willing to perform hands-on tasks to get the job done DBring a positive attitude to the workplace DHave strong verbal communication skills

If you believe you possess the necessary attributes and are looking for a challenging role with potential for career growth in a progressive organisation, please forward your resume as soon as possible to: bimla.nand@swivelpole.com

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RESPITE Caregivers

604-708-2628 www.plea.bc.ca

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

ATTENDANT - COOKS SWEET MAKER Mahek Restaurant & Lounge Ltd. (Surrey) is hiring for Food Counter Attendant ($10.25/hr) Tandoori Cook ($18.00/hr) East Indian Cook ($18.00/hr) East Indian Sweet Maker ($18.00/hr). All for 40 hrs/ week + benefits. Apply by Fax to: (604) 585-3332.

ATTENDANT - COOKS SWEET MAKER Mahek Restaurant & Lounge Panorama Ltd. (Surrey) is hiring for Food Counter Attendant ($10.25/hr) Tandoori Cook ($18.00/hr) East Indian Cook ($18.00/hr) East Indian Sweet Maker ($18.00/hr). All for 40 hrs/ week + benefits. Apply by Fax: (604) 576-1141

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Automobile Mechanic Req’d for Fowler Auto & Light Truck Repairs Ltd. $26/hr. Duties: Inspect and test mechanical units, such as engines, transmissions, axles and brake systems. To locate faults and malfunctions. Diagnose faults or malfunctions. Repair or replace mechanical units or components using hand and power tools. English req’d. Contact: Baldev Singh Dosanjh baldevdosanjh@yahoo.com Fax: 604-251-1131 Location: Vancouver, BC

Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic

Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader is seeking an energetic, aggressive self starter for a full time potions. Required immediately. Must have inspectors ticket and Red seal. Will have hydraulic experience and must be able to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.

BENEFIT PACKAGE! Please contact Mike e-mail: mike@megacranes.com or fax 604.599.5250 JOURNEYMAN TECHNICIAN required immediately for Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep dealership in Salmon Arm, BC. Proven producer, good attitude, quality workmanship a must. Excellent wage and benefit package. Contact Pat 250-8328053, pat@brabymotors.com

HOME CARE/SUPPORT

PLEA Community Services Society is looking for individuals and families who can provide respite care in their homes for youth aged 12 to 18, who are attending a recovery program for alcohol and/or drug addiction. Qualified applicants must be available on weekends and have a home that can accommodate one to two youth and meet all safety requirements. Training and support is provided. If interested, please call a member of our Family Recruiting Team at:

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MECHANIC Busy Surrey auto shop req’s a F/T Mechanic. Immediate opening. Must have own tools. Diagnostic skills an asset. Wage depends on experience. Apply in person at 13433 King George Blvd, Surrey 604-583-0522.

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Facial Slimming Massage Sensation Skin Care Tel: 604-583-6603

PLUMBER & GAS FITTER Exp. service plumber req. immediately for F/T positions w/ Skylark Plumbing. Company Van & Uniform provided, Competitive Wages & Beneﬁts Package. Please call: 604.825.2211 or e-mail: career@ skylarkplumbing.ca

PORTO FINO

ROUTE# PAPERS AREA DESCRIPTION 112 112 110 85 97 103 94 99 106 50 124 83 105 77 90 55

Please apply in person at :

McDonald’s Restaurant 1285 Cliveden Ave Annacis island Delta BC

604-575-5342

UPCOMING AVAILABLE ROUTES 1-05 2-01 2-05 2-08 2-17 3-10 4-04 4-08 5-06 5-09 6-10 7-07 7-08 7-22 8-01 8-16

RESTAURANT CREW Full & Part time opportunities with flexible shifts. Great opportunity for advancement.

Westview Dr - Huff Bvld, Westview Pl - Southridge Rd 109A St - 110A St, 78 Ave - 79A Ave 113A St - 115 St, 77 Ave - 80 Ave Bridlington Dr - 112 St, Sutton Pl - Monroe Dr 108 St - 108B St, Monroe Dr - 80 Ave 116 St - 118 St, 74 Ave - 75A Ave Cherry Ln - Stoney Cres, Hamlin Dr - Lyon Rd Bond Bvld - McKenzie Dr, 64A Ave - Carstone Cres Wiltshire Bvld - 108 St, 80 Ave - Hermosa Dr Wiltshire Blvd - Westside Dr, Santa Monica Dr 114 St - 116 St, 83 Ave - 84B Ave 116 St - 118 St, 94 Ave - 96 Ave 116 St - 117A St, 92 Ave - 94 Ave 116 A St - 117A St, 94A Ave - 95A Ave River Rd - 112 St, 90 Ave - 92A Ave Centre St - Karr Pl, Private Rd - Main St

SIBOLA MOUNTAIN FALLING is looking for Certified Fallers for seismic work in BC & Alberta. For more info contact Jordan at 250-5969488 or jordan@sibolamountainfalling.com

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WORK WANTED

FORMING & Framing Carpenters Helper

DANDELION HEALTH CARE Best Service & Masseuse! New to Burnaby. 7805 6th St. 604-553-3222

6 FT FENCING, Retaining Walls, Blacktop/Concrete driveway’s, Reno’s, Roofing, Bobcat Service. Snow Removal. Gary Landscaping Call (604)889-8957.

REPAIR FRIDGES, Stoves, washers, dryers, d/w’s & garberators. Plumbing. Reas. 604-916-6542

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CARPET CLEANING ACTION CARPET & FURNACE CLEANING

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GARDENING

FALL GARDEN CLEAN-UP, Hedge trim, tree pruning, mulch, soil. Reas. rates. 604-282-1793

Special pkg $79. Call 604-945-5801

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CONCRETE & PLACING

Bonniecrete Const Ltd Free Est & Warranties D Crack Repairs D Driveways D Patios, etc. D Provide Proper Drainage

Ross 604D535D0124

@ 8th St. New Westminster

GRAND OPENING!

Green Island Relaxation Body Care 6 0 4 -5 9 8 -8 7 3 3 8673A Scott Road GREAT MASSAGE ONLY $25. 20372 Fraser Highway, Langley (across from Casino) 604-510-0588

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HEALTH PRODUCTS

GET 50% OFF - Join Herbal Magic this week and get 50% Off. Lose weight quickly, safely and keep it off, proven results! Call Herbal Magic today! 1-800-854-5176.

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

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184 SEMI-RETIRED contractor will do small concrete jobs. Patio’s, sidewalks, driveway’s. Re & re old or damaged concrete. Ken 604-532-0662

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

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147 FREE ESTIMATES

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DRYWALL

2 GUYS-A-MUDDIN, We board & l tape it. Over 20 yrs exp. David 778-317-3065 2guysamuddin.com

RIVERROCK LANDSCAPE

ABS DRYWALL, res. & comm. Quailty workman ship. Boarding, taping, finishing, textured ceiling, renos. Free est. 604-376-1927

COMPLETE LANDSCAPE INSTALLATION SERVICES

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

A Call to Vern. Free Est. Drywall,

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

ARCO DRYWALL Ltd. Board, Tape Texture, Frame. New & Reno’s. 20 Years exp, free estimate. Call Mike 604-825-1500, 778-892-9095

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

Reliable Work ❖ Res. & Comm.

Kristy 604.488.9161 180

EDUCATION/TUTORING

W W W. L I T T L E B I G A R T S T U DIO.COM. Art Class for Kids and Adults. $10/hr and up. 604-8088279, 604-805-3687

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CHECK CLASSIFIEDS bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

FINANCIAL SERVICES

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161. DROWNING IN DEBTS? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1 877-556-3500 NEED MONEY? No credit checks! No upfront fees! Immediate response! Electronic deposits and payments! 1 (866) 499-5629 WWW.MYNEXTPAY.COM MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.

Borrow Up To $25,000

PERSONAL SERVICES

www.PitStopLoans.com 604-777-5046

No Credit Checks! Cash same day, local office.

RELAXING MASSAGE White Rock 778-908-3315

FENCING

Dawn Appliance Service. (Sry) Fast in-home repairs, all makes & models Certif’d tech. 1 Yr parts & labour warr. 7 days/24 hrs. 604-512-5936

604.523.6689 Unit D - 768 Princess Street

604-575-2676

BEST HAND IN TOWN. New Location. Hot Oil. 10am - 10pm. Call: 604-719-5628

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6 FOOT HIGH CEDAR FENCE. $11/foot. Low Prices. Quality Work. Free Est. Harbans 604-805-0510.

MASSAGE & BODY CARE

Need CA$H Today? Own A Vehicle?

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

APPLIANCE REPAIRS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Concrete Lifting Specialist

Grand Opening GEMINI STUDIO

Looking for permanent employment. Has tools & pickup truck

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

ABDUL APPLIANCES: Cert’d tech. 20/yrs exp. 1/yr parts & labour warr. 24/7. Buy / Sell. Zeb: 604.596.2626.

GRAND OPENING

threescocatering@shaw.ca

CLOVERDALE location looking for exp’d LINE COOK & Delta location looking for exp’d SERVERS. Apply in person aft 4pm. 9493 Scott Rd. Delta or #104 - 18640 Fraser Hwy.

Please Call

MIND BODY SPIRIT

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CARRIERS NEEDED IN DELTA

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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LEGAL SERVICES

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

Reno & Texture Specialist, Painting.

“No job too small”. 604-825-8469

(778)886-7773 Pavers, Retaining Walls, Sundecks. Maintenance, Fall Clean Up and Pruning.

www.riverrocklandscape.com

DRYWALL

Mike 604-789-5268

PSB DRYWALL ★ All Boarding, Taping, Framing & Texture. Insured work. 604-762-4657/604-764-6416 THREE STAR DRYWALL LTD Boarding, Taping, & texture. Small jobs welcome! Kam 604-551-8047

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ELECTRICAL

#1113 LOW COST ELECTRIC Panel Upgrade • Reno’s -Com/Res. Heating • Trouble Shooting Licensed & Bonded. 604-522-3435 #1 QUALITY WORK, Big or sm. Exp. Electrician avail. Reas.rates.604-773-0341. Lic#9902 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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port kells 604-882-1344 18730 88

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GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian @ 604-724-6373 Mini excavator, concrete breaking, drainage, hauling. (Fully insured). PK Contracting

(604)218-0279

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

Gutters -Windows -Tile Roof- Pressure Cleaning, Please Call Victor between 4 & 9pm. 604-589-0356

SURREY LEADER

Now Hiring

Bundle Drivers

• Surrey-North Delta • Must own 3/4 to 1 ton cargo van - no minivans or SUV’s • Pick up newspapers from our warehouse and deliver to carrier’s homes.

If interested please call 604.575.5312

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

▲ Joes External Cleaning ▲ POWER WASHING • WINDOWS • ROOFS • GUTTERS * Fully Insured * Licensed * Bonded Since 1989. Joe 778-773-5730

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL

RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free!

www.paintspecial.com

(778)997-5757, (604)587-5991

bradsjunkremoval.com

Haul Anything...

BEN’S RENO’S ~ 604-507-0703 New bsmt, drywall, texture, paint, kitchen, bath, hardwood, laminate, plumbing, tiles, windows, doors

But Dead Bodies!! 604.

COMPLETE RENOVATIONS, 30 yrs in Const. Very reliable. Denicon Const. Call Dennis 604-809-0702.

220.JUNK(5865)

Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988 Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, Efficient & Quality Paint. 778.245.9069

HANDYMAN SERVICES Reno’s & Repairs 604-625-4655. Electrical, Flooring, Plumbing langleyhandymanservices.com

RECYCLE-IT! JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly • Estate Services • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses & More!

~ PRO PAINTERS ~ INTERIOR / EXTERIOR Quality Work, Free Estimates Member of Better Business Bureau

WCB INSURED

Vincent 543-7776

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PLUMBING Licensed Journeyman

• Plumbing • Heating • Gas Fitting

Quality Work - Fair Price Paul: 604 626-1641 24/7

Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber

RENO HANDYMAN SERVICES. Tile, bathroom. Ext. work stucco, (604)930-9700 604-616-0554

Furnace Boilers, Hot Water Tanks Hot Water Heat, Plumbing Jobs. Furnace cleaning with truck mounted machine

SUNDECK’S & PATIO’S

Vinyl or wood. Stairs, Railings, etc. 40 Yrs exp call Don (604)596-0652

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604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

Honest Man Rubbish removal. Fast on his service,best rates, clean-up, handyman Services. 604-782-3044 MERCHANDISE: CLASS 500’S From antiques & collectibles, to sporting goods and electronics, to parakeets and pet supplies, if it’s considered merchandise for sale, you can find it here.

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SUNDECKS

Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-782-9108 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

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KITCHEN CABINETS

QUICKWAY Kitchen Cabinets Ltd. ****Mention this ad for 10% Off **** Call Raman @ 604-561-4041.

MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555. ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

ABDUL Plumbing/Heating/Drainage Low rates, same day service, guar’d qual work. 24/7. Zeb 604-596-2626 10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005

BEST RATE MOVING EXPERIENCED MOVERS W/ AFFORDABLE RATES

Starting $40/hr. LICENSED & INSURED ✶ Local & Long Distance ✶ ✶ Seniors Discount ✶

604-787-8061 BEST WEST MOVING. FAST 24/7 short notice moves. Great mid mo. rates! Free Est. Tim (604)319-1010

~ 604-597-3758 ~ FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. (604)596-2841 AT PANORAMA PLUMBING, HEATING & GAS SERVICES. Repairs & new installs. Furnace, Boilers, Hot water tanks etc. Jobs Small-Big, Res/Com 604-818-7801. www.panoramaplumbing.com

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PRESSURE WASHING

Tile Roof, Window, gutter cleaning. Pressure Wash. Please Call Victor between 4 & 9pm. 604-589-0356

ANTIQUES & VINTAGE 706

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DANGEROUS TREE REMOVAL * Pruning * Retopping * Falling Service Surrey 25 years

FULLY INSURED **EMERGENCY CALL OUT** Certiﬁed Arborist Reports

Morris 604-597-2286 Marcus 604-818-2327 PRO TREE SERVICES Quality pruning/shaping/hedge trimming/ removals & stump grinding. John, 604-588-8733/604-318-9270

Tree removal done RIGHT! • Tree & Stump Removal • Certiﬁed Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck • Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging ~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~

604-787-5915, 604-291-7778

From $48/per

www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca 10% OFF with this AD

604-580-2171 www.ezgomovers.com

PETS

APARTMENT/CONDO

GUILDFORD GARDENS

APPLIANCES

Fridge $195; Stove $175 Washer $175; Dryer $175 Stackers & Dishwasher Warranty, delivery, low prices 604-534-4402 ----------------------------------------APPLIANCES WANTED * Free pick-up* 604-339-0744

1 MONTH FREE RENT 1 Bdrm. From $685 2 Bdrm. From $850

FUEL

1YR Seasoned Alder Birch Maple Clean, Split, DRY & Delivered. Family Operated for 20 yrs. (604)726-3024

• 24 Hour On-site Management • PETS ALLOWED • Minutes Walk To Elementary School & Guildford Mall

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FURNITURE

MATTRESSES starting at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331 *NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET* Pillow Top in Plastic. Mfr. Warranty Must Sell $200 ~ 604-484-0379

LOOKING FOR WORK?

MISC. FOR SALE

CEDAR COURT & CEDAR LODGE Call for seniors special CLEAN 1 & 2 BDRM SUITES (some w/ensuites) in Park-like setting. Cable, heat, & hot water incl. Laundry rest area on each floor.

HOBART & Cable Piano, beautifully refinished, full sound board with bench, exc cond $500 604-856-1306

604-588-8850 604-584-5233

REAL ESTATE

www.cycloneholdings.ca

DELTITA GARDENS

FOR SALE BY OWNER

8507-120th Street, North Delta

$200 Move in Bonus 1 BR from $700 2 BR from $800 3 BR from $900 Incls heat, hot water & cable. Some suites with Mtn views.

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633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

.Encore 1 bdrm; 2 bdrm Rent Now $950 - $1225

Guildford Mall / Public Library EXCEL ROOFING LTD. All kinds of roofing work. New Roof, Reroof, Repairs.Free est. (778)878-2617

329 PAINTING & DECORATING Rooﬁng Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank. Getting a job couldn’t be easier!

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PETS

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 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 LAB PUPS yellow / black, m/f, CKC reg. papers, all shots, dew claws removed,tatooed $850 (604)820-7714 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

1, 2 & 3 Bdrms available. Close to shopping, bus route, schools & park. Small pets welcome. Ask about our senior discount.

Call: 604-585-1966.

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Nice, clean and quiet 1 & 2 bdrms W/d in some suites Walk to Guilford Mall Close to transit and schools Upgraded, condo style suites Exterior fully upgraded, new windows & balconies On site manager

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VILLA UMBERTO Lovely 2 bdrm. Quiet building. 2 full baths. In-suite laundry, secured underground parking. Adult Oriented. Available Sept. 1st

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SOMERSET GARDENS (S. Sry) Family housing, 1851 Southmere Crescent E. 2 bdrm apt. $875/mo. incl. heat. Pet friendly, near all amenities. Community garden. 604-451-6676

SUNCREEK ESTATES * Large 2 & 3 Bdrm Apartments * Insuite w/d, stove, fridge, d/w * 3 floor levels inside suite * Wood burning fireplace * Private roof top patio * Walk to shops. Near park, pool, playground * Elementary school on block * Clubhouse, tennis court * On site security. Sorry no pets

Ofﬁce: 7121 - 133B St. Surrey 604-596-0916 SURREY 126/72 Ave. 3 Bdrm apt, $960/mo. Avail Dec 1. Quiet family complex, no pets. 604-543-7271 SURREY, 2 bdrm newly reno’d, quiet adult bldg, sec prkg incl. Non smoking. N/P. 604-596-9910. SURREY City Ctre 1&2bdrm beautiful views, Nr university, SkyTrain, shops. *Newton 3 BDRM,2 baths in safe sec. bldg, nr Kwantlen/amens bus stop in front of building, lots of pkng. 604-537-4600, 604-783-1836

PARKSIDE APARTMENTS 1 Bdrm. $685 - $715 2 Bdrm. $825 • Close to Skytrain, Sry. Central Mall, & SFU Sry. Campus • 24 Hour On-site Management PETS ALLOWED • Minutes Walk To Park, High School & Elementary School

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To Arrange a Viewing Call Joyce at 604-319-7517 SURREY SOMERSET HOUSE LUXURY 2 bdrms suite available immediately, In-suite W&D, fireplace, 5 app and freshly painted and new carpets. 1 blk to King George Sky train & Mall, Sec. Under Ground Parking.

To view-call The Manager @ 604-580-0520

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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

GUILDFORD 100/144A St. 3 Bdrm, 2 big liv/rm, 2 kit & 2 bath, 2 lvl. Avl now. $1380 + utils. 778-865-6696.

N.SURREY 104/144. 3 Bdrm grnd lvl entry, w/d, f/s, nr schls, transp, shopping. $1100/mo incl utils. N/P. Ref’s. 604-649-9099, 604-299-0818

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS NEWTON MOBILE HOME PARK. 2 RV Pads available for mobile home. Call 604-597-4787.

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Brookswood 24th/200 St. manufactured home 2/3 bdrm 2bath 1100sf updated $55,000. IGA & transit steps away. 604-504-9221

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1 BDRM ste. Fleetwood, near bus & all amen. $520. Phone 604-5971627

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STEAMER CHEST, curved top. North Delta. 604-591-9740

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Reno’s and Repairs

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TILING

AN EXPERIENCED TILE SETTER Interior / Exterior Call BRUCE @ 604-583-4090 We always advertise with “THE LEADER”

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Swiss Mountain pups, short-hair, family raised, gentle, vet ✔ dewormed. $850. 604-795-7662

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TOWNHOUSES

Fleetwood- 3 bdrm T/H in great fam. community! Close to amen. & transit. Won’t last! $329,900 Melissa Rook-Green Sutton West Coast Realty www.mrgproperties.wordpress.com Cell: 604-837-2983

APT. SIZE PIANO Willies, exc. cond. Needs toning $500. Exercise bike $100 good cond 604-536-1176

KITCHEN & BATHROOMS Cabinets, flooring, elec. & plumbing (604)625-4655 langleyhandymanservices.com

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(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

BEAUT BATHROOM & KITCHEN Plumbing + Drywall + Elect. + Tubs & Showers & Sinks + Toilets & Tile + floors + countertop + painting. Sen disc. Work Guar. 21 yrs exp. Call Nick 604-230-5783, 604-581-2859

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REAL ESTATE

FLEETWOOD WASTE Bin Rentals 10-30 Yards. Call Ken at 604-294-1393

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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Phone 604-582-0465 N.DELTA 75/120 St. 1 Bdrm top flr, new bldg, new appls. $900 incl inste lndry. Nov 1st. 604-572-0058 GUILDFORD 1 bdrm-newly reno’d bldg cls to transit/shops incl heat, h/w sec. u/g prkg. 604-583-1120.

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GUILDFORD lovely 2200 sf., 4 bdrm., 3 baths, in quiet area. Avail. now. $1800/mo. (604)805-6007

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SURREY 148/FRASER. 2 Kitchens, 3 bdrms up & 2 down, laminate flrs, garage, new countertops, W/D, fenced, covered deck. N/P. *Whole house: $1950/mo or *Up: $1250/mo & *Down: $775/mo. 604-575-3253. SURREY 3 bdrm. house, 2 baths, 7824 125 St. $1300 mo. Ldry. incl. Avail. now. N/P N/S. (778)8469231 778-838-2183 Surrey Center, 3/bdrms Rancher. Nr amen. $1100/mo. + util. Avail Nov 1. Incl W/D. (604)724-8400 SURREY privacy +, gated 4 bdrm., exec. home, Crescent Park, with main floor master. 2800 sf., N/S N/P. $3500 mo. Nov. 1. Furn. optional. 604-329-0310 W.Clayton 188/74 3 bdrm 2000sf on 3 acres fully renov’d avail now $1950+utils Pets OK. 604-727-6058 WHITE ROCK - 3 bdrm. house. 1/2 blk. to beach & shops. Older style house, new paint, carpets & w/d. $1300/mo. Avail Now.604.418.6654

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LINDA VISTA Motel Luxury Rooms w/cable, a/c & kitchens. 6498 King George Hwy. Mthly, Wkly & Daily Specials. 604-591-1171. Canadian Inn 6528 K.G.Hwy. 604-594-0010

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION S. SURREY 152/44 Ave. Room avail. full hse privileges. No drugs. $425 604-575-7271, 778-899-8095

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SUITES, LOWER

1BDR $525, 2bdr $650, 3bdr w/2bath, 2 kitchen $1100. Avail now. Rent incl utilities, internet. No cable, laundry. No pets. Close to transit. 146/67 st. Call 604-3131652. NEWLY renovated rancher house with all amenities. Non smoker! Loc: 7948-112A St Delta Rent 1400/month Call: 604-897-6841 NEWTON 142/69. 5 Bdrm, 2 kitch, 4 full bath, nr schls/amens. Immed. NS/NP. (604) 590-3637 / 339-1796. S. DELTA EXEC. 5 bdrm., 2.5 baths, well kept. $2100 mo. Nov. 1. C.21 Prudential 604-351-9452 www.5193whitworthcrescent.com SURREY 116/97. 3 Bdrm with fam rm & 2 bath on main floor. 3/bdrm bsmt suite. Or whole house. Near schls/shops/transit. Incl internet. Avail Nov 1. 604-582-3987. SURREY 13375 87B Ave. 3 Bdrms up & 2 bdrms down. Avail Nov 1st. 604-507-7290 or 778-896-7290. SURREY 14067 Antrim Ave. (Close to 140 St/110 Ave.) 5/bdrm house. 2 bthrms. 3 level split. Very big yard. Workshop. $1700/mo +util. Avail now 778-882-7378 or 778565-4558.

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2 BDRM large windows lots of storage space 1bdrm walkin closet 3piece bathrm included laudry hydro internet cable. Cloverdale cls to Hwy 10 &192. NO SMOKING, NO PETS. 604-576-6424 BEAR CREEK. 135/84. Newer 2 bdrm. np/ns. $650/mo incl utils, net, cable. Nr all amens. Avail. now. 604-594-6032 or 604-715-5044 BEAR CREEK 1 bdrm + den. $550 incl hydro. No ldry/cble Suit 1. N/S. N/P. 604-572-4001. BEAR CREEK 2 bdrm bsmt suite nr mall & school. N/p, n/lndry. $725 inc util. Dec 1. 778-990-6565. BEAR CREEK, 91/138th. Large beautiful ground level 2 bdrm suite. Near hospital. $650/mo incl utils. N/P. N/S. Call 778-222-5438. CEDAR HILLS 90/123. 1/2 Bdrm G/L suite $625 & $700. Nr amens Suits mature NS/NP 778-889-3525 CHIMNEY HEIGHTS 146/77. 1 Bdrm ste. FURNISHED. Nr all amens. $600 incl utils, cable & net. N/S, N/P. 604-590-4506 / 842-5255

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CHIMNEY HEIGHTS 148/72 Ave. 3 Bdrm, 1 bath, 1200 sq.ft. of living, once/week lndry. 25% hydro & gas. $950/mo. Call 604-805-6748

SURREY: 2 Bdrm bsmt ste. K.G & 80th Ave. n/s, n/p. Incl. utils, internet , cbl. $750/mo. Walking dist to transit. Avail. now (604)764-8124

CHIMNEY Heights 148/74. 1 bdrm suit prof, ns/np, n/laund. Nov 15. $600 incl utils/cable. 604-507-4599

SURREY 2 bdrm. New appls, bthrm & floors. $650 incl hydro. No lndry, cbl, NP/NS. Nov 1. 604-825-6960

CHIMNEY HEIGHTS 73A/149. 2 Bdrm, near school. $700/mo utils & laundry incl. No smoking/pets. Call: 604-818-7209, 778-388-1115

SURREY 2 bdrm. suite, $675 mo. Nov. 1. Near schools, shops. N/S N/P. (778)846-9231 778-838-2183

CHIMNEY HILL: 1 Bdrm gr/lvl ste, new & clean, prkg. Avail now. Reas rent. Call: (604)590-8852 CLAYTON HEIGHTS 2 bdrm. suite, 5 appl., incl. utils. Priv. ent. now. $950 mo. (604)837-7982 CLAYTON VILLAGE, lrg. 2 bdrm, $1000 incl utils, cbl & net. Nov. 1. cat ok. Cl to amen. (604)617-9742. CLOVERDALE 168/60 Ave. 1 & 2 bdrm suites. N/S, N/P. Avail Nov 1. Nr all amenits. 778-908-4142. CLOVERDALE 1 Bdrm ste. Nr elem schl & bus. NS/NP. $700 incl hydro/cbl, internet & lndry. Nov. 1st. Refs. Call: (604)575-8508 CLOVERDALE 2 & 1 bdrm grnd lvl stes. $725 & $525/mo incl hydro. NP/NS, near bus/schl, Oct 15/Nov 1 (604)576-9428, (778)710- 0804 CLOVERDALE, 56/188. Newer 1 & 2 bdrm bsmt suites. Avail now, ns/np. $650 & $850/mo incl utils. 604-518-9017 Cloverdale 60/168 1 Bd stes $475 & $575. New carpet/paint. N/P. Suit semi-retired. Avl now 604-576-9777 CLOVERDALE 60/184. Bright 1 bdrm gr/lvl suite in brand new house, all new appli’s, nr all amens, bus & schools, avail immed. NS/NP. $600/mo. 604-576-1987.

SURREY 6921-151A St. Newer 1 bdrm. $550 incl utils. Avail now. NS, NP. 778-593-0608 SURREY, 97A/137, 1 bdrm, $560/mth. incl utils & lndry. Avail Nov. 1st. NS. Cat ok. 604-880-6586

FLEETWOOD, W/O 2 bdrm ste. $875 incl util cbl wifi. 6 new appls. NS/NP Quiet area. 604-543-3355. GUILDFORD. 1 bdrm grd lvl ste, Nr all amenits. Avail now. NS/NP. $600 incl utils. 604-616-0409. MURRAYVILLE. Spacious 2 bdrm, w/i closet, storage, 6 appl, sep. lndry, own entry. NS/NP. $800 + 30% hydro. Nov1. 604-607-7970 N. DELTA 110/84. 1 bdrm suite, $550/mo inc cbl, w/int. n/s, n/p. 604-765-3870 or 604-653-6625 N. DELTA, 112/80, 1 Bdrm, large, new ste. $600 incl utils/cbl. NS/NP. No lndry. Avail now 604-596-2647 N. DELTA 7080 116th St. 2 Bdrm suite, shared laundry. $700. Avail immed. (604) 596-0277, 276-2435 N. DELTA, 80/114 St. Newer large 2 bdrm abv grd suite. Nr schl, bus & shops. Avail now, ns/np, n/laundry $725 incl utils. 778-388-0274 NEW 1br bsmnt suite in Surrey, Close to Shopping and transit. N/s, n/p, no laundry. Nice quiet neighborhood. Avail Nov 1st. $750 per month incl utilities. Call Steve 778885-4086 NEWTON 142/67 lrg 2 bdrm grd lvl hrdwd flrs, fncd yrd. Nr schl. No dogs. $700incl utils. 604-501-1335 NEWTON 148/68A. 2 Bdrm bsmt $750 incl utils/lndry/net/cbl. Now. NS/NP. (604) 501-1949, 612-1982. NEWTON 150/70th. 3 Bdrm bsmt suite in 3 yr/old house, 2 full baths, priv laundry, ns/np, Nov1st. $1100 incl utils/cable. 778-316-7436. NEWTON 1bdr gr/lvl, very bright & Quiet. Lndry facils. Nov 1st. Off street parking. Suits one. $650 + utils. 604-590-3402, 604-614-3910. NEWTON East. 4 Bdrms Bright newer bsmt, 2 full baths, computer rm, laundry neg. NS/NP. Nov 1st. $1200 incl utils/cable 604-723-2211 NEWTON. NEW 1 Bdrm suite. NS, NP. H/W flrs. Avail now. Sat TV/net avail. (604) 720-2627 or 825-4743. NEWTON: Newly reno’d 2 Bdrm, Private entry. Dishwasher, insuite laundry, wifi. Cls to amens. Large fenced backyard. $700/mo . Nov. 1st. n/p, n/s. (778)552-4094 N.SURREY 102A/140 2 bdrm g/l recent reno, Nov.15. $750 utils incl N/S Cat ok. No ldry 604-585-0032 ONE BEDROOM North Surrey approx 800 sq. ft. lower daylight floor. Private entrance, fenced yard, skytrain close. Located Grovensor/140. Own thermostat, heat, elect, cable, internet, washer shared, approx $60.00 Rent $600. 604-583-5014

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1990 VOLVO 240 WAGON 4/cyl auto, a/c, silver, clean, runs good, approx 200/kms, AirCared. $1995 firm. Call 604-575-7468

SURREY 65/135 4 Bdrm T/H $1015 washer/dryer, quiet family complex, no pets call 604-596-1099

SURREY, CHIMNEY HTS, 1 bdrm, NS/NP, avail. immed. $565 incl utils. Phone (778)828-9737.

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SURREY Ctre 105/128. 2 Bdr bsmt suite, very clean, like new. No laundry, resp. person. Strictly NS/NP. Avail now. $650/mo. 604-581-8234.

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SURREY IS WORKING Welcome to Surrey,

Metro Vancouver’s boom town City will be a magnet for new jobs in the region, experts say by Jeff Nagel

urrey is on track to be the job growth powerhouse of the Lower Mainland in the years ahead. The city is projected to more than double its employment levels, from 143,000 jobs as of 2006, to 290,000 by 2041, according to regional planning estimates. That’s a torrid growth pace compared to the other leading job centres in Metro Vancouver. The City of Vancouver, in comparison, is expected to add 22 per cent more jobs, for a total of 482,000, over the same period. Burnaby is projecting 49 per cent growth to 203,000 jobs and Richmond’s employment is expected to climb 39 per cent to 181,000. But what kinds of jobs are in the works for Surrey? So far, it has overwhelmingly been retail and service work that employ local residents, together accounting for more than 60 per cent of all local jobs. But digital media, film and TV, life science and other technology may play a much bigger role in the future. The city aims to attract those sorts of employers in the technology and entertainment sectors that have become a

burgeoning source of jobs in Burnaby and Vancouver, said Surrey Board of Trade CEO Anita Huberman. Bringing those more skilled, higher-paying jobs can build critical mass and make Surrey a bigger destination for knowledge industries. “The main jobs of the future I see are in health care and computer technology,” Huberman said. Clean technology is also putting Surrey on the map, with innovation already underway in hydrogen fuel and the city set to construct an organic biofuel plant to lead the region in converting kitchen scraps into natural gas to power vehicles, including local buses. “There’s a need for vehicles that are not reliant on gasoline,” Huberman said. “I think that is a growing sector that could be very unique for Surrey.”

Diversity is our strength Manufacturing accounts for about 24,000 jobs in Surrey – many of them well-paid and resulting in substantial spin-off economic activity. The sector includes mills that customcut lumber and clean energy firms that

design wind turbines. Still, Surrey doesn’t make as much product as some cities. While there are hopes to increase the share of manufacturing jobs, the flip side is that – unlike many other cities – no single major employer dominates. That means Surrey is more diversified and less dependent on the fortunes of one big employer like a Boeing or a Microsoft. “That’s a good thing,” Huberman said. “When you are a city of entrepreneurs with as diversified an industrial base as Surrey has, you’re healthier, you’re diversified, you’re not reliant on one industry.” The story of Surrey’s job growth is more one where myriad smaller firms, consultants and other self-employed individuals have found a wealth of opportunity at the strategic heart of the Lower Mainland. Ground zero of the small business boom might well be Newton, which boasts the city’s largest concentration of businesses – 5,000 or one-third of the city’s total of 15,000. More than two-thirds of Surrey’s businesses are sole proprietorships, according to city statistics. See GEOGRAPHY / Page 4

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What’s inside Working for a living ...................................................................page 6

Building a future ..................................................................page 7

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Technically working ................................................................page 10

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Healthy industry ................................................................page 18

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EVAN SEAL / THE LEADER

A city on the grow: Surrey is projected to more than double its employment levels, from 143,000 jobs as of 2006, to 290,000 by 2041.

Surrey in Focus was written by Leader reporters Kevin Diakiw, Rick Kupchuk, Jeff Nagel, Sheila Reynolds, Evan Seal, and contributor Maria Spitale-Leisk. Photographs by staff photojournalist Evan Seal Cover and layout design – Paula Carlson and Glory Wilkinson Editor – Paula Carlson

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“Small business is where the growth is going to come from,” says Surrey Coun. Bruce Hayne, who is tasked by the mayor with shepherding economic development efforts. “For Surrey, that’s where the trend is and that’s where it’s going to be.” Recent surveys have shown large numbers of residents age 55-plus are interested in starting a business in semi-retirement, Hayne said. He takes that as a good sign the population is becoming more entrepreneurial.

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That said, some employment sectors are expected to wane in influence in the years ahead. With farmland a steady target for development, agriculture is unlikely to be a major source of growth. And the heady pace of home construction in the city won’t barrel along indefinitely. “As Surrey becomes built out over the next 25 years or so, those building jobs are going to Prime position dry up here,” Hayne said. “We have to be looking at Surrey’s geography is defiwhat are the alternatives, what nitely a big key to its continued Coun. Bruce Hayne are the new jobs going to look success. like 25 years from now.” It’s strategically positioned at There’s also concern that the trading crossroads of Metro continued pressure to redevelop industrial Vancouver, with two U.S. border crossings property into more lucrative homes or providing a gateway to international trade. stores will deprive Surrey of the land base it Add in a deep sea port on the Fraser needs to add more manufacturing and tech River that offers shipping to the Pacific industry jobs in the decades ahead. Rim, good railway access, and a position Regional planners and Port Metro Vanmidway between the region’s two airports, and there’s a lot to like if you’re an employer couver have sought to protect industrial land and Surrey council has also committed looking to locate in the Lower Mainland. The city’s four SkyTrain stations serve as a to ensure industrial land is available for industrial jobs through its Employment transportation pipeline for labour. Increasingly, rapid transit doesn’t just send workers Lands Strategy. to Vancouver, but brings them and customSee EDUCATION / Page 5 ers here from the rest of Metro Vancouver.

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Projected job growth to 2041:

“We’ve seen a lot of pressure in Newton to get land moved out of industrial,” Hayne said. “But in the long run, that industrial land means more jobs that drive the economy.”

• Up 22 % to 482,000 in Vancouver

Office jobs are increasingly a major growth area for Surrey, particularly as more major employers opt to choose the city as its corporate headquarters. The Fraser Health Authority, FortisBC, Coast Capital Savings Credit Union and BC Biomedical Laboratories are among the biggest Surrey-based employers. Public sector jobs account for a big chunk, with the Surrey School District employing 9,300 people and the city employing another 3,400. Kwantlen Polytechnic University, SFU and multiple private colleges and career schools add more in the post-secondary education sector. The RCMP, already the city’s fifth largest employer accounting for nearly 1,900 jobs, is set to grow further with the opening of the new E Division headquarters in Green Timbers, replacing the Heather Street complex in Vancouver.

• Up 39 % to 181,000 in Richmond • Up 49 % to 203,000 in Burnaby • Up 103 % to 290,000 in Surrey

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Future trends Education is seen as a key pathway to the more skilled workforce and higher-paying jobs Surrey envisions. Surrey has historically been under-served by post-secondary institutions, with about 1,000 fewer university seats than its resident students need. But observers say that’s changing fast with Simon Fraser University and Kwantlen Polytechnic University both ramping up efforts to provide new education options. There are also high hopes that Surrey can build on its business ties with India and forge more new ones with China to develop more opportunity. “We want to attract those skilled jobs to Surrey and have people have those opportunities right here,” Hayne said. “We’re not just competing against Richmond or Burnaby or Abbotsford for that matter. We’re competing against the whole Pacific Northwest.”

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Surrey’s post-secondary institutions are ramping up efforts to provide new learning options.

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SURREY IS WORKING Working for a living: Past and present Surrey evolves from farming centre to major industrial hub by Evan Seal

urrey may be B.C.’s fastest-growing city, but that’s certainly nothing new. For more than 100 years, Surrey has been in a constant state of growth and development. When the first settlers came to the Surrey area in the late 1800s, they found a virtually untouched and pristine oasis of large western red cedar, fir and hemlock trees as far as the eye could see. Boundary Bay to the south was brimming with sea life, and the Fraser River to the north was teeming with salmon. These shorelines provided ample food and habitat for bear, deer, elk and numerous species of birds. By 1882, two years after Surrey was incorporated, the city had no schools, no post office, very few roads and the population was less than 35 people. But as more pioneers began to move into the region, the main employment opportunities centred around the logging industry, as clearing the dense forest and road building became the keys to building the city. As the trees began to fall to make room for development, a rich, arable soil began to emerge and the early 1900s saw the introduction of small family farming operations, with dairyman, poultry raiser, gardener, and florist being popular early occupations. Sawmills and shingle businesses also started to be built along the Fraser River – all needing workers to process the large volume of lumber being cut in the region. Small business was the main employer of the day, as numerous general stores, butcher shops, hotels and even the Bank of Montreal – in Cloverdale – opened their doors.

Family-run businesses By the mid-1950s, the local labour pool had reached a working population of more than 20,000 people aged 15 or older. At that time, the workforce was largely made up of men – 79 per cent – with only 21 per cent of women working outside the home. Compared to other parts of the metropolitan region, Surrey had the greatest proportion of workers in the transport, communication, craftsman, production and labouring fields. Surrey also had a greater number of self-employed persons, and more unpaid family workers, suggesting small, family-run enterprises – such as farms – supported most of Bob Bose the labourers in the area. Longtime Surrey resident, former councillor, and former mayor of the City of Surrey, Bob Bose, whose family moved to Cloverdale in the late 1800s, recalls working on his family’s farm near 64 Avenue and 160 Street. “My first job was water boy for the threshing crew, harvesting wheat on the family farm,” said Bose. “I was always paid, I started out making $1 per hour either driving one of the tractors or herding the 75 head of diary cows out to the

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Farming and all the sub-trades that went along with it kept workers busy in Surrey’s early days. fields to graze.” Bose remembers the farm having two “hired hands” working the dairy business, running the milking machines and tending to the cows. The dairymen were paid up to $300 a month and were given two days off a month. Bose would then work in their place. “People were poor,” said Bose, “but you sure learned how to work hard.” Many of the dairymen ended up starting their own farms in other parts of the Lower Mainland and becoming very successful.

Roads and the rise of town centres By the 1970s, transportation routes throughout the city were beginning to improve, allowing the residents of Surrey to easily commute to various employment opportunities in the region. Surrey was becoming home to the middle class, with 29 per cent of the work force earning $3,000 annually at a time when the average annual salary in the region was between $6,000 and $7,000 per year. Fortyfive per cent earned between $3,000 and $6,000 a year, suggesting the city had a mostly middle-class working population with few very wealthy or extremely poor residents. The population of Surrey was nearing 100,000 by the mid-1970s, causing a boom in housing and development in the Surrey Centre, Guildford and South Surrey areas. Continued improvements to local road infrastructure during the 1980s, including the widening of King George Highway south of Newton and the opening of 176 Street, brought an increase in development to the Newton and Cloverdale/Clayton areas. And the development of Newton as an industrial hub helped to secure employment for workers south of the Fraser. By the mid-1980s, family sizes had

dropped to just over two children per family and by 1991 the population of Surrey reached nearly 250,000. Throughout the 1990s, Surrey saw tremendous growth with the encouragement of industrial parks in the Cloverdale, Port Kells, South Westminster and Bridgeview/Port Mann and Campbell Heights areas, bringing more local employment opportunities.

Reaching beyond its borders On Sept. 11, 1993, the municipality of Surrey became the City of Surrey, and in 1994 the SkyTrain arrived in Whalley – resulting in new commercial development opportunities outside the traditional town centres and giving workers a convenient transportation opportunity to work throughout the city. Employment opportunities ranged from the traditional blue collar labourers to those in white collar and high-tech fields. Today, with 10,000 new residents moving to Surrey each year, the face of these workers has also begun to change, with the majority of new residents coming from East and South Asia. These new workers often arrive carrying qualifications that are not recognized by local employers and are forced to work in lowpaying jobs just to make enough money to survive. According to PICS (Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society) CEO Charan Gill, immigrant workers face a multitude of challenges. “New immigrants often feel embarrassed and demoralized, plus they often can’t speak the language so they get stuck in menial jobs,” said Gill. He believes the government should provide loans and a minimum of three months of training when new workers arrive in Canada to help them find work in their chosen field. Looking beyond 2012, with nearly half of the city’s population being under 40 years of age, Surrey’s youthful workforce bodes well for the future of this vibrant and culturally diverse city.

and number of employees: 1. Surrey School District – Educational services – 9,475 2. Fraser Health Authority – Health care – 6,500 3. Canadian Revenue Agency – Professional, scientific and technical services – 2,500 4. City of Surrey – Professional, scientific and technical services – 2,236 5. RCMP – Professional, scientific and technical services – 1,877 6. Wal Mart Canada – Retail – 1,267 7. Coast Mountain Bus Company – Transportation and warehousing – 1,139 8. Overwaitea Food Group – Retail – 910 9. ICBC – Finance, insurance and real estate – 883 10. Kwantlen Polytechnic University – Education – 853 11. Coast Capital Savings Credit Union – Professional, scientific and technical services – 846 12. FortisBC Energy – Utilities – 833 13. Safeway Canada – Retail – 809 14. Home Depot – Retail – 475 15. S&R Sawmills – Manufacturers – 425 16. Real Canadian Superstore – Retail – 420 17. Sunrise Poultry Processors Ltd. – Manufacturers – 410 18. BC BioMedical Laboratories Ltd. – Health care – 405 19. Simon Fraser University – Educational services – 333 20. Costco Wholesale – Retail – 294 21. Teal Jones Group – Manufacturers – 290 22. Finning Canada – Manufacturers – 250 23. Fraser Surrey Docks – Manufacturers – 250 24. Burnaby Lake Greenhouses – Wholesale trade – 250 25. B&B Contracting – Construction – 230 26. Eagle Picher Energy Products Corp. – Manufacturers – 220 27. Global Plastics – Transportation and warehousing – 210 28. Amix Recycling – Wholesale trade – 205 29. Home Depot – Retail – 200 30. Northview Golf & Country Club – Wholesale trade – 200 31. Sutton Group West Coast Realty – Other services – 175 32. Thrifty Foods – Retail – 170 33. Morgan Creek Golf Course – Wholesale trade – 165 34. Price Smart – Retail – 163 35. Cullen Diesel Power – Manufacturers – 160 36. Punjab Milk Foods – Manufacturers – 160 37. T&T Supermarket – Retail – 160 38. The Bay – Retail – 152 39. Stenberg College – Professional, scientific and technical services – 150 40. Crystal Consulting – Construction – 150 41. Bayshore Home Health – Health care – 150 42. Lark Group – Construction – 144 43. Centre for Child Development – Other (non-profit) – 140 44. ADF Distributors – Wholesale trade – 140 45. Sears – Retail – 140 46. Solaris Management Consultants – Professional, scientific and technical services – 139 47. Delta Controls Inc. – Manufacturers – 138 48. Garaventa Canada – Manufacturers – 138 49. Bekaert Canada – Manufacturers – 135 50. Beachcomber Hot Tubs – Wholesale trade – 130

– Source: City of Surrey

*North American Industry Classification (NAICS) is a classification system for Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. It is designed to provide common definitions of the industrial structure of the three countries.

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TOP SURREY INDUSTRY: CONSTRUCTION 2,853 businesses

Businesses in Surrey by sector: 1. Other services – 4,196* 2. Construction – 2,853 3. Professional, scientific and technical services – 2,015 4. Retail – 1,766 5. Manufacturers – 1,037 6. Health – 1,028 7. Wholesale trade – 889 8. Finance and insurance/Real estate and rental and leasing – 707 9. Transportation – 557 10. Education – 461 TOTAL – 15,509 *Such as repair and maintenance, personal and laundry services, religious and social advocacy organizations, and private households)

Cornerstone sector still bang on Large construction firms call Surrey home, as housing starts stay strong by Maria Spitale-Leisk

onstruction is considered a cornerstone industry in Surrey. Three of the 10 largest construction companies in B.C., based on 2011 billing numbers, are located in Surrey – Metro-Can Construction Ltd., Mainroad Group, and B&B Contracting Ltd. Metro-Can is among the top 50 general contractors in Canada – with a diverse portfolio that covers all segments of the market, including commercial, residential, industrial and recreational projects. The company is behind such notable projects as the Millennium Water in Vancouver’s Olympic Village and Surrey’s Vancouver Guildford Sheraton Hotel. B&B Contracting began as a trucking company in the 1940s and has since grown into a large-scale gravel sales and aggregate production company with a focus on road building and utility construction. This 300-employee strong company embraces innovation in the industry, using trenchless technology and closed circuit television inspection. B&B Contracting its their mark on the Grandview Heights and Morgan Crossing developments in South Surrey. Meanwhile, Mainroad Group is a 100-per-cent employee-owned company specializing in road and bridge projects. The company manages more than 500 employees across Western Canada from its Surrey head office.

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More than eight per cent of Surrey’s labour force – 17,655 people – are employed in the construction industry.

Mainroad’s recent claim to fame was being awarded the Port Mann/Highway 1 and South Fraser Perimeter Road improvement projects. In total, the city is home to approximately 3,200 construction-related businesses with plenty of opportunity for all. According to the latest census data, 8.4 per cent of Surrey’s labour force, or 17,655 people, are employed in the construction sector. Surrey staff, developers and community stakeholders have worked overtime in recent years to make Surrey attractive to first-time home buyers, which has led to healthy housing starts in the area. Peter Simpson, president and CEO of the Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association, said Surrey is “right up there in second place after Vancouver,” recording 2,528 housing starts for the first nine months of 2012. The lion’s share of those starts –1,851 – fall in the multi-family development category, which comes as no surprise to Simpson. “Densification is one way to provide affordable housing,” said Simpson. “Surrey is saying it’s open for business. They have a plan and they are sticking to it. “ A Surrey resident himself, Simpson adds that it’s an attractive place to work and play, and praises the city for cultivating amenity rich communities. As for the suggestion that the local construction industry may become sluggish soon, something Surrey’s Economic Development Office is already preparing for, Simpson is shrugging it off. “If there is a blip – it will be short-lived,” he said.

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SURREY IS WORKING The push is on for one job per resident Surrey has launched several initiatives to increase the amount of commerce and industry by Kevin Diakiw

or decades, the City of Surrey has been working to ramp up the amount of commercial and industrial development in the city. In 2005, Surrey said it was committed to creating one job per resident, a ratio some feel is unattainable, but laudable nonetheless. The city began a push towards that goal a few years ago through its Economic Investment Action Plan, which aimed to attract investment and create jobs. Part of that involved the Build Surrey Program – which involved $180 million in civic projects – and created 1,800 jobs. Separately, senior levels of government are investing in the area with projects such as the South Fraser Perimeter Road (8,000 construction jobs); the Port Mann Bridge replacement (11,000); Surrey Memorial Hospital Expansion (4,000); RCMP E-Division headquarters (5,000); and the Surrey Pre-trial Services Centre expansion(1,600), for a total of 29,600 jobs. Surrey is also working to create a clean energy hub, which will include the establishment of an incubator for the commercialization of clean energy among other strategies. In addition, the city collaborates with businesses, educational institutions and government to create business incubators. The aim is to commercialize products of research into new businesses, providing more jobs for the future. Surrey has also entered into a memorandum of understanding with Simon Fraser University to leverage land holdings to attract EVAN SEAL / THE LEADER new businesses to Surrey as well as retain and assist existing businesses in the city. Projects such as the Port Mann Bridge Surrey also created Economic Investment Zones in 2009 in City replacement helped bring 29,600 jobs to Centre. Under that program, companies spending more than $10 Surrey in recent years.

million paid no property taxes for three years, development cost charges (DCCs) were reduced by 30 per cent, DCC payments could be deferred, building permits were reduced by 50 per cent, and the bonus density was waived. The threshold in Bridgeview was a $5-million investment, and included a property tax moratorium, deferred DCCs and building permit fee reduction. While the arrival of new businesses means new jobs, the city is also looking at increased industry and commerce from a property tax standpoint. Commerce and industry brings in three times the amount of taxes as residential, while drawing far less from civic infrastructure such as roads, libraries and recreation centres. Surrey hasn’t been doing well with its tax mix. A staff report presented to council in 2001 – when housing stock represented 72 per cent of the total amount of taxes generated – indicated Surrey was not meeting sustainable levels. “A ratio of 60 per cent residential and 40 per cent industrial and commercial is considered to be the minimum level necessary relative to the long-term health of the city,” the staff report said at the time. Burnaby draws 50 per cent from industry and commerce, Richmond 49 per cent and Vancouver 56 per cent. On the flip side, White Rock brings in only 10 per cent of its taxes from commerce and industry. Currently, about 69 per cent of property tax in Surrey is generated by residential development, while the remainder comes from the commercial and industrial developments. Over time, large developments such as Grandview Corners, Campbell Heights and expansions at Guildford Place Mall continue increase industrial and commercial development. The challenge has been that residential development is also growing at breakneck speed. As long as that happens, there will be more people here than jobs.

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on the phone, ATMs, and online banking. It’s expensive to implement and maintain these hile admitting they aren’t the small, services. You have to have these services to locally based financial institutions compete with the banks because they are a very they used to be, credit unions are formidable competitor.” still run by the members, notes On Dec. 31, 2000, Coast Capital Savings was Coast Capital Savings Chairman of the Board Bill formed by a merger of Richmond Savings and Wellburn. Pacific Coast Savings. Surrey Metro Savings was “Banks are owned by the shareholders, who absorbed less than two years later, creating what expect a return on their investments,“ said Well- is now the second-largest credit union in B.C. burn. “Credit unions are still owned Coast Capital now has more than by the members. And their return is $13.5 billion in assets, with 475,000 by way of better service – and better members at 50 branches in Metro rates.” Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and on Coast Capital Savings is a much Vancouver Island. different credit union than when Across B.C., there are 45 indeit started as three different entities pendent credit unions, serving that operated separately for more 140 communities with close to 400 than 50 years before a series of branches. According to Central 1 mergers formed one larger one. Credit Union, the umbrella group Pacific Coast Savings first opened which oversees the province’s credit its doors in 1940, one year after the unions, B.C. credit unions hold Tracy Ready first credit unions were established more than $49 billion in assets and in B.C. employ about 8,000 people. Surrey Metro Savings was launched in 1947, With a head office in the Guildford area of with Richmond Savings opening a year later. Surrey, Coast Capital is one of the largest nonBut along with the turn of the century came government employers in the city, with 850 of new challenges. its 1,900 employers working in Surrey. Figures “It used to be about savings, chequing and aren’t available as to how many of those employloans,” said Wellburn. “Then there was banking ees actually live in Surrey, but CEO Tracy Ready

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TOP SURREY INDUSTRY: RETAIL

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inancial forecasters trying to predict where the economy is going usually turn to the retail sector. Rightly so. Cash registers are often one of the best indicators of how the economy is doing, as consumer confidence is tested at the till. The Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT) reports that about 20 per cent of its membership is in the retail sector, making it a large job creator in this city. “It’s quite significant,” said SBOT CEO Anita Huberman. “We actually consider one of the key industries to be the retail and service sector.” Huberman says the biggest challenge to the sector right now, particularly in Surrey, is the number of people jumping the border for deals in the U.S. “Canadian retailers are having to think of creative ways in which to draw the consumer in,” Huberman said, “because the price differentiation between products (in Canada and the U.S.) is quite significant.

That is the number-one issue, particularly in Surrey and other border cities in Canada.” The other major issue, she said, is the economy in general. Right now, consumers are cautious about the money they spend, she said. “For retailers, that means they need to drop their prices, drop their margin.” General economic uncertainty, tempered consumer confidence, high debt loads and weak housing markets have likely kept buyers from opening up their wallets. Still, reports indicate retail in B.C. was up 2.8 per cent last month over the same period last year. Retail sectors recording the strongest gains were motor vehicles and parts (nine per cent), and dealers and clothing retailers (18 per cent), with growth in the latter driven in part by higher prices. Annual retail growth is expected to narrow through the end of 2012. In addition to cross-border and economic challenges, the face of retail in Surrey is changing. Huberman notes there is a trend toward larger-format, big

The face of retail is changing in Surrey, with a trend towards more big box stores as opposed to smaller mom-and-pop operations. EVAN SEAL / THE LEADER

box retail in Surrey. Big box retail stores are able to compete by dropping their prices to a greater degree because they tend to buy in bulk. “The small mom-and-pop retail doesn’t have that,” Huberman said. So small retailers have to combat that with offering better service.

“Service does go a long way, and people value that,” Huberman said. That’s where skilled employees come in. In those stores, the bulk of jobs will be in the front end as cashiers or sales people, well trained in wooing customers and ensuring they return. The expansion of big box retail

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They are looking at the reaction time between vehicles and recording all kinds of driving infracwo young ICBC road safety volunteers tions from cellphone use to speeding. clad in bright, reflective rain jackets, sta“I’m going to work in law enforcement, so it’s a tioned by the side of a slick 140 Street in passion that I have,” explained Singh. “This is just Surrey, watched the vehicles whizz by. good experience right now. A lot of these things On the first day of inclement weather in what you learn by observing.” has been an uncharacteristic dry October for the Kaur also enjoys this eight-hour-a-week comLower Mainland, Gary Singh and mitment because it gets her out in the Justine Kaur observed plenty of community where she can meet new speeders. people. This particular stretch of 140 “I really enjoy the speed watch, Street at 83 Avenue borders Bear actually,” she said. “It’s rewarding, too. Creek Park. The posted speed limit There are a lot of thumbs up from is 50 km/h. In one hour, the road drivers.” safety team clocked 16 drivers In 2011, more than 450 road safety doing above 60 km/h – and saw volunteers in Surrey, White Rock and illegal U-turns. Delta contributed over 6,500 hours to Gary Singh They also witnessed downright help reduce speed-related crashes in abhorrent driving behaviours: a their communities by using radar and Toyota Highlander racing by at 92 km/h, for speed-reader boards to show drivers how fast example. they’re actually travelling. And then there are the emotional hazards of In Surrey, the Insurance Corporation of B.C. the role – the middle finger salute and the taunts. employs approximately 935 people – the vast “Get a real job,” one driver shouted during a majority work in claims – spread throughout previous campaign. eight offices. Singh, 20, and Kaur, 26, are preparing for a For the second year in a row, ICBC has been career in policing. And this seemingly innocuous named one of BC’s Top Employers– an annual task of counting cars offers plenty of transferable competition organized by the editors of Canada’s experience. Top 100 Employers.

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ospitality is an industry with projected growth in the coming years in Surrey. Whalley’s renaissance has turned the downtown core into an inviting space, attracting a new hotel and conference facility in the process. The 160-suite hotel planned by Century Group is slated to arrive in the fall of 2015 next to the new city hall and library. Ryan Matheson, director of sales and marketing for the Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel, welcomes the competition. “I will go on the record as saying ‘yes, I welcome other hotels’ – as long as they are Four Diamond establishments for high-level accommodations,” said Matheson. “Because right now we are currently the only four-star property in Surrey. We end up competing with hotels that are of different niche markets.” Matheson figures local higher-end hotel operators could grow the market together, thereby making a mark on the hospitality industry. Currently, the Surrey Sheraton is going at it alone. In October, it sent a ambassador, one of the hotel’s sales managers, to the Canadian Tourism Commission showcase in Japan to attract more Asian business to Surrey.

“We would welcome more upscale travel,” said Matheson. He would also like to see Tourism Surrey and local sports organizations take a leadership role in fostering more homegrown international festivals and sporting events. The 20-year-old Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel recently underwent a multi-million -dollar exterior and interior facelift to keep ahead of the curve. The landmark building welcomes guests and locals alike to Surrey from its position at the north end of 152 Street. In addition to new business, Matheson said a first-class hospitality industry in Surrey would attract local tourism talent to work local. “The people who are interested in working here in Surrey are more qualified to work in other locations,” said Matheson. “There are a lot of people who are done with driving downtown, and would welcome a 10-minute commute from home.” Gateway Gaming and Entertainment has put in a proposal to build a $100-million casino and hotel in South Surrey at 10 Avenue and 168 Street. The plans include a 200-suite, fourto-five star hotel and 600-seat convention centre. If approved by Surrey council, the project would create close to 1,000 construction jobs and 500 full-time jobs.

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resident,” noted Anita Huberman, CEO of the Surrey Board of Trade. he days when Surrey was The one-job-per-resident goal would be mainly a bedroom community a big improvement over the current ratio where many of its residents of about 0.73 jobs per working resident. commuted to downtown Van“It’s a lofty goal. But the intent is also to couver for work are long gone. have quality jobs for every resident.” Today, plenty of workers roll in the Growing the number of jobs here at Surrey Leader Banner Ad: Final High Res other direction – into1/3 SurreyPage from across home would give them more opportunithe Fraser River. ties to live and work in Surrey and reduce And travel patterns have become their commute times. more dispersed, a criss-cross of com“You want them to have a balance in muters heading throughout the Lower their life,” Huberman said. Mainland. workplaces closer OStill, V too I Dmany I Nresidents G Qhave U toA L I T Y S E N I O R S ' H O U S I N G F O R Otogether VGetting E Rhashomes 2 0and Y Ebenefi A Rts S– it other spin-off spend too much time travelling too can become a virtuous trend that leads to LEADER FILE PHOTO smart-growth neighbourhoods that are far for work, cutting into family time, undermining their health and adding to More than half of commuters from Surrey travel outside more walkable and makes frequent transit the city for work. congestion and pollution. more viable. Recreation • Private suites with According to TransLink research, But it’s a•challenge just keepingand up with 55 per cent of commuters from Surrey the newcomers. social programs two-piece ensuite head outside the city for work, with Burnaby/New West and Langley the top Surrey, the fastest-growing big city in Canada, grows at a rate of about 1,000 destinations accounting for about 10 per cent each. new residents per month. • Minutes away from • Three fresh homeEleven per cent head to Vancouver, including four per cent to downtown, So much growth is envisioned in the City Centre area that Metro VanNewton Library, cooked meals per day while 6.1 per cent go to Richmond, 4.8 per cent go to South Surrey/White couver planners have designated it as “Surrey Metro Centre” – the centre of Rock and four per cent work in the Tri-Cities. business and other activity South of the Fraser, second only in importance Seniors Centre,to Planners would like to see more Surrey residents work within their home • Full wheelchair the region’s metro core in downtown Vancouver. transit &toshopping city and commute less. The region projects job growth within Surrey Metro Centre grow from accessibility “The economic development goal for Surrey is to have one job for every 18,000 jobs to 49,000 by 2041.

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TOP SURREY INDUSTRY: HEALTH CARE

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fast facts BC Biomedical:

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• 794 employees, including 500 in Surrey • Serves 6,000 to 8,000 patients per day • 32,000 tests per day • 45 patient centres in the Lower Mainland as well as mobile lab services

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bank of automated sample analyzers hums inside BC Biomedical’s main lab centre in Newton but a warning message shows something’s amiss. Chemistry resource technician Amy Arnold, one of a small army of highly skilled workers there, arrives to clear a jammed sample rack in one of the machines that should be steadily processing test tubes of fluid from patients. It’s a typical day on the job for Arnold, who often acts as a troubleshooter when there’s a problem. A graduate of BCIT’s medical laboratory science diploma program, she is one of a growing number of Surrey-based employees in the expanding health sciences field. BC Biomedical is one of the private sector pioneers, performing 32,000 tests on samples from several thousand patents each day for hospitals, doctors and other referral agencies. More than 500 employees work for the company in Surrey, many of them laboratory technologists like Arnold or medical laboratory assistants, who are the front-line staff who collect samples from patients at BC Biomedical’s many patient service centres. The company began as a partnership of pathologists founded nearly 55 years ago by Dr. Cam Coady. But it’s since grown into a huge enterprise performing many of the medical tests in the Lower Mainland.

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Company CEO Doug Buchanan said BC Biomedical is a good example of the cutting-edge health science jobs that are increasingly coming to Surrey and that the city aims to attract. The rapid pace of improvements in the science and technology of medical testing are a key factor fueling growth. “Virtually exponentially, we’re adding new tests every year,” he said. “And as that expands that increases demand for the service.” The growing and aging population in the Lower Mainland is also a huge driver of growth. Buchanan says a third factor is the increasing sophistication of patients – they’re more knowledgeable and demanding about

president and CEO. He said the outpatient centre as well as the SMH expansion is “creating ongoing demand for highly skilled and trained health care professionals now and into the future.” Health-related research is also on the rise. Fraser Health signed a strategic alliance with Simon Fraser University in 2009 to jointly work to develop collaborative training, education and research programs. The relationship opens up new options for applied research and means training opportunities for SFU students at Fraser Health, as well as continuing education programs for workers at SFU. “As part of our long-term strategic plan, Fraser Health is working to strengthen its academic partnerships and make teaching, training and research key drivers in the delivery of health care in our region,” Murray said. Fraser Health is already a big player in educating health professionals – from medical students and Hospital expansion adds jobs residents to nurses and other allied health professionals – in partnership with several institutions, The most obvious physical example of the health including SFU, UBC and BCIT. sector growth in Surrey has been the opening of “Surrey Memorial Hospital is rapidly developthe new Jim Pattison Outpatient Care Centre in ing as an important teaching centre in the UBC Green Timbers, and the construction of the new Faculty of Medicine,” Murray said. ER and critical care tower at Surrey Memorial “With the added academic space that will come Hospital (SMH). Dr. Nigel Murray with the redevelopment and expansion project, Fraser Health already employs 5,500 people at its SMH will be able to provide post-graduate medical various facilities in Surrey, including 4,100 at SMH, training as a satellite campus of the UBC School of not counting 700 doctors there who aren’t direct Medicine, helping address the shortage of doctors in B.C.” employees of the health authority. Health-related jobs are a top area Surrey Board of Trade CEO The Jim Pattison centre added another 350 health care workAnita Huberman sees for growth. ers. The new ER opens in 2013 and once the critical care tower She and others are looking well beyond the current expanis also finished in 2014, SMH will add 151 new hospital beds. sion at SMH. The major hospital expansion will require about 650 new staff “I think you’re going to see an expansion of Peace Arch Hosplus dozens of doctors. pital,” she said. The additional jobs will include nurses, pharmacists and Huberman agrees demographics are a huge driver – the city’s physiotherapists, as well as support staff such as porters, growing and aging population will need more health services, registration clerks and unit clerks. not just in acute care settings, but also community and home “Health care technology is developing at a rapid pace, and we are committed to providing state-of-the-art facilities health care. “And as our population ages, as health care intensifies, that is and services for our communities, but at its heart, health an area that will continue to increase.” care is about people,” said Dr. Nigel Murray, Fraser Health’s what health care they want when they see their doctors. He estimates the three elements combined translate into growth for the company of close to five per cent a year in patient visits and seven to eight per cent in test volume. While the business depends on government’s ability to fund health care, Buchanan sees demand for the firm’s services steadily rising and expects employment levels will follow. Over the last 20 years, he noted, BC Biomedical has already seen its workforce grow by 75 per cent. “There is no end in sight for the growth in demand for these services,” Buchanan said. “With what’s going on with the human genome, it’s reasonable to expect a revolution in the field of laboratory testing in the next decade.” Employees also want to work there. BC Biomedical has consistently been named one of Canada’s top employers for several years running.

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TOP SURREY INDUSTRY: EDUCATION Surrey – the place to educate

461 businesses

City on the ‘cutting edge,’ says longtime teacher-librarian by Sheila Reynolds

ing a wide range of workers, including education assistants (1,227), supervision aides (605), clerical staff (554) and custodians (371). There are also 175 maintenance workers such as electricians, mechanics, groundskeepers, carpenters and other tradespeople tagged as support staff, as well as 97 applied behaviour analysts and 57 aboriginal support workers. They all add up to a huge pool of experience and expertise unmatched by most school districts, as some of the best talent is attracted to Surrey. As the largest public school district in Western Canada and one of the biggest in Canada with more than 70,200 students, it is seen as a leader, says Monk. “Other districts are watching what we’re doing. It’s the place to be – definitely. When comes to being in education, I believe it is.”

ngela Monk commutes from Vancouver daily to work in Surrey. And she doesn’t mind one bit. Currently a teacher-librarian at Fraser Heights Secondary, where she’s been for 10 years, Monk made a conscious decision to work in the Surrey School District shortly out of teacher training. “Surrey was growing like crazy and was one of the districts that was hiring at the time,” says Monk. “I quickly realized that Surrey was on the cutting edge.” She also saw that most of the new educators coming out of university with their fresh ideas and great strategies were headed Surrey’s way, and that things she witnessed happening in Surrey were not happening in Vancouver or Burnaby where she did her practicums. “I realized Surrey was going to be, eventually, the leader,” says Monk, who spent 12 years teaching French and Spanish at L.A. Matheson Secondary before moving to Fraser Heights. “And I do think we are now. All the other school districts are watching to see what we do.” Monk is just one of 4,683 teachers working full- or part-time in the Surrey School District. As the largest employer in the city, there are a total of 9,079 employees district-wide. While contract teachers make up more than half of district’s workforce, there are hundreds more people in an array of administrative, management, on-call, trades and clerical positions. There are 249 principals, 560 teachers-on-call (TOCs), 103 exempt and management staff and 3,484 support staff. Apart from teachers, support staff accounts for the secondhighest number of employees in School District 36, encompass-

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Ken Boyd, manager of S&R Sawmills Ltd., says most people in the manufacturing industry have been surprised at the depth of the economic downturn.

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ust 11 months shy of celebrating its 50th anniversary, S&R Sawmills Ltd. has followed its own path in creating its niche in the lumber industry. But its immediate future remains out

of its hands. “We’ll be normal once the U.S. housing market gets back to normal, which it will,” said Ken Boyd, manager of S&R Sawmills. “But when it will is anybody’s guess.”

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From page 20 Located in Port Kells near the Fraser River in North Surrey, S&R Sawmills employs roughly 425 employees, down from its high of 550 a few years ago. With four mills on its site, it is a unique player in the lumber industry, but one that has been very successful over the years. “We’re a 100-per-cent custom-cutting business. We don’t own our own timber, we’re a specialty mill, which is unusual in the industry,” said Boyd. “But we’ve always been that way.” Like many businesses in the timber industry, S&R Sawmills is coping with challenges, and doing better than most. Employment

province-wide has dropped by roughly onethird since 1990, from 26,300 to 17,400 in 2008, according to provincial government We’re looking for more talented individuals to be part of our quickly-growing family. figures. The largest lumber-industry employer in Surrey – the Teal Jones Group has roughly WE CAN OFFER YOU 290 employees at its Surrey sites – S&R has seen its workforce decrease at a rate less than • Challenging work the provincial rate. It does what it can to keep • Team environment its staff working, but it isn’t easy. • Training, certification and professional development “We take on smaller orders, we go to a four-day work week, move crews from mill • Opportunities for career advancement to mill,” said Boyd. “Anything to keep people • Competitive wages working. • Regular, steady hours “It’s up and down, and unfortunately • A full and comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, sometimes we have to have layoffs. And a long term disability, life insurance, extended health benefits and dental. large percentage of our jobs are entry level, so when they need to work they go elsewhere if they have to.” Accounting for more than half of the value of the province’s goods exported internationally, forest products are British Columbia’s most important exports. And the industry has a large presence in Surrey, with numerous mills in operation, such as Mackenzie Sawmill Ltd. and Mill and Timber Products CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES in Bridgeview. The economic downturn of four years ago has hit the industry hard, and the impact was Sonic Enclosures has immediate openings for all experience levels (apprentices and a surprise to many. journeymen) in the following trades: “Some people in our industry saw the • Welders/Fabricators downturn coming,” said Boyd. “But nobody • Mechanical Assemblers saw the depth to which it has gone. The U.S. housing market is in its sixth year of decline, • Industrial Electricians they’re at numbers not seen since the 1930s.” • Industrial Painters “We’ll recover. But we’re not back to what • Material Handlers you’d call normal yet.”

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When kids are hungry, it’s hard to learn Over 137,000 BC children are growing up in poverty. BC had the highest rate of child poverty for eight years in a row. It’s past time for the BC government to catch up with other provinces and create a comprehensive poverty reduction plan for BC families. Because there are no band-aid solutions to child poverty. A message from the Surrey Teachers’ Association To learn more, visit

24 Surrey/North Delta Leader Tuesday, October 30, 2012

TOP SURREY INDUSTRY: TRANSPORTATION

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A bus is hoisted up for maintenance work at the Transit Communications Centre in Surrey.

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Up to 1,250 vehicles are monitored during peak times at Surrey Transit Centre by Maria Spitale-Leisk

New hires in the T-Comm Centre – which only happens once every couple of years – go through he next time you catch yourself complainone week of intensive technical training, and ing about getting up at 6 a.m. for work, then spend four weeks with a supervisor to learn consider this: There is a team of Coast decision-making and how to apply classroom skills. Mountain Bus Company drivers across “It’s a very high-stress position,” said Smith. the city that have been up since 2 a.m. “You are constantly taking calls from the depots Still, they will greet passengers with a smile or a and police. We not only oversee the road, but we “good morning” because most bus drivers are the also make decisions for the corporation outside of epitome of a people person. Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m..” Matt Adams, acting duty manager at the Transit Smith said 90 per cent of T-Comm supervisors Communications Centre (T-Comm) in Surrey, is come from bus operator experience because they a 10-year veteran of the company. He started out know the routes and service areas. She has worked driving trolley buses in Vancouver before moving for the company for 37 years, starting out as a bus up the ranks to supervisor at T-Comm. driver in 1975. “It’s a not a job, it’s a life,” said Adams of his Coast Long-serving T-Comm supervisor Rob Magar Mountain career during a tour of the Surrey Transit has five large computer screens in front of him. The Centre in Newton. most eye-catching monitor displays tiny green It’s 3 p.m. and there is a flurry of activity at and red bus graphics travelling across a grid. the Surrey Transit Centre as bus drivers filter in It’s showing a real-time – 55 seconds is the and out of the building. Meanwhile, dispatchrefresh rate for the GPS system – snapshot of ers are piecing together drivers’ schedules and North Vancouver’s transit operations. fielding phone calls from operators calling in Suddenly, a red SOS icon flashes on the sick. screen. Magar switches to the Surrey map. A This facility is also where drivers can retreat “stealth” alarm on one of the buses has been in between shifts, or “pieces” as they are offiactivated. cially referred to within Coast Mountain. In these scenarios T-Comm supervisors “This is something we are very proud of,” can overhear the audio from the bus and take said Adams opening the door to sizable gym appropriate action. with state-of-the-art fitness equipment. One time, Magar knew he was dealing with In the employee lounge there is foosball, a a serious bus accident because he could hear pool table and a TV with video games. And distress sounds coming from the operator. down the hall is a quiet room with a reclining With this current SOS call, Magar talks with armchair and blanket for operators to catch a EVAN SEAL / THE LEADER the driver and it’s determined that the stealth catnap. Supervisor Jay Midha takes a call inside the T-Comm alarm was falsely activated by a speed bump. “If you are getting up at two in the morning, at Coast Mountain Bus Company. Earlier in the day it was the real deal when a it’s early,” said Adams. call came in about a domestic assault on a bus. Surrey Transit Centre operations manager A woman was crying and visibly distraught. Tracey Lang says being able to deal with conflict one serves a different informative purpose, from a The bus driver radioed Magar who dispatched a and possessing customer service skills are key grid map of the trolley bus wires to the T-Comm supervisor to the scene and called police. employee attributes in the operations centre. supervisors’ average response time. He figures he spent 35 minutes to an hour on Next door to the main building, a maintenance T-Comm receives close to 1,000 calls from that call alone. But the job is not always that excitfacility is equipped with 18 spacious bus bays; operators a day. And on a busy day, that number ing. some have overhead hoists, others boast cavernous can double. During peak times, staff are monitor“There are lulls, thank goodness,” said Magar. workspaces below. ing 1,250 buses and support vehicles. So how does he handle the stress that comes with Bill Harding, who has been with Coast MounThe technology used to track the buses is called the territory of working at T-Comm? tain and its parent company TransLink for 37 years, Computer Aided Dispatch and Automated Vehicle “I try to do it with some humour. And maintain is in charge of fleet maintenance for the Surrey Location system. a civilized tongue,” said Magar.

Transit Centre. His staff works four days on, taking three days off. There are four shift changes around the clock. Everything from minor inspections, to major overhauls, to body work is performed at the facility. There are also mobile mechanics out on the road chasing buses that need minor repairs. Upstairs in T-Comm, three to seven supervisors monitor all of Coast Mountain’s buses and support vehicles in the Lower Mainland 24 hours a day. Lyanne Smith, T-Comm duty manager, is stationed at the back of the room where she can oversee all of the activity. The desks are in a horseshoe formation. The suburbs supervisors – monitoring buses outside of the City of Vancouver – are on the right. At the front of the room are large screens. Each

Surrey Transit Centre: • 528 bus drivers • 61 mechanics • 40 communications centre staff • New Coast Mountain Bus Company employees start with three weeks paid vacation and 17 personal days off per year. • The Surrey Transit Centre is home to 182 conventional, 12-metre buses and 37 community shuttles. • Life span of a bus is 800,000 to one million kilometres or approximately 17 years. • Price tag of a new bus is approximately $400,000. • Two 90,000-litre fuel tanks are filled every three days at the Surrey Transit Centre. • One bus can burn through 120 litres of fuel in one day.

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TOP SURREY INDUSTRY: WHOLESALE TRADE Horticultural careers in bloom

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Hundreds of employees work among the greenery at a family-run Cloverdale-based greenhouse by Maria Spitale-Liesk

“You just get really sick of seeing (flowers) after awhile. That and allergies can be a problem,” said Materi. on’t let the name fool you: Burnaby Lake Greenhouses Ivan Wen, a former floral arrangement instructor, is the only may have originated in that city, but the floral whole- man working in the bouquet department. He exhibits a real saler has been blossoming in Surrey since the 1960s. passion for the job. Dutchman Herb vanderEnde and his family came “You can use your imagination to create a beautiful thing,” to Canada in 1954 with few personal possessions but a lot of said Wen. horticulture wherewithal. Seeing the employees simultaneously snipping and shaping After a decade in the greenhouse business, vanderEnde had offers an appreciation for the labour and creativity infused in a his sights set on an expansive property at the corner of 100 beautiful bouquet of flowers sitting in a store. Avenue and 152 Street in Surrey – better known today as a In fact, as part of Surrey’s wholesale trade industry – one of bustling thoroughfare. the city’s biggest sectors – Burnaby Lake Greenhouses supplies He continued to cultivate the family business, opening up cut flower arrangements, hanging baskets and potted plants to production facilities in Richmond and Langley. Fifty years later, major grocers and big box stores in Western Canada and the the company is headquartered at 172 Street and 80 Avenue in U.S. Pacific Northwest. There’s a good chance the company’s Surrey – a block of interlocking, rectangular glass greenhouses floral creations have unknowingly graced your special occasion. with peaked roofs. This is company CEO Robert vanderEnde’s favourite time of There is 1.8 million square feet of growing space on this year. property, which explains the scattering of cruiser bicycles for “I like it because you see a sea of poinsettias blooming,” he traveling to and from workspaces in the greenhouses. said, moving about the massive, tropical conservatory. On this October afternoon, the exterior of the greenhouse is Burnaby Lake Greenhouses grows 750,000 poinsettias each getting whipped with rain. And once inside, you quickly accliyear starting in mid-summer. Some varieties of this Christmas matize to the perfumed and colourful environment. staple take eight to 10 weeks to grow, others four months. There are rows of workstations piled high with cut flowers – a Clarence Schramm passes by in shorts and a T-shirt. It’s rainbow of gerbera daisies invading one table alone. The filler casual Friday every day in the greenhouse. greenery waits in buckets on the floor. “I’ve always liked tropicals. I’m lucky that I get to work with Employee Barb (who did not want her last name used) has them.” been professionally playing with flowers here for 10 years. Burnaby Lake Greenhouses employs approximately 250 “Most of the time it’s kind of relaxing,” she said, adding that people. There are jobs in office administration, sales and shipher co-workers are a fine bunch. ping. Most employees arrive by 7:30 a.m. and leave by 4 p.m. But it’s not always glamourous working with pretty, someThe company, which is overseen by four generations of vanSchn_Ad_SurreyinFocus10.31x6.63 TO PRINTER.pdf 1 18/10/12 2:25 PM times barbed, plants – Pam Materi can attest to that. derEndes, operates like an extended family. Robert vanderEnde

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Sahsha Langenbach works at Burnaby Lake Greenhouses tubing Gerbera daisies. says his grandfather always embraced immigrant employees because he once made that same pilgrimage. And then there’s the floral philanthropy. Burnaby Lake Greenhouses has donated flowers to Surrey Memorial Hospital Foundation’s Tulips for Tomorrow campaign, Union Gospel Mission, as well as many seniors’ homes.

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inalists in the Surrey Board of Trade’s Business Excellence Awards have been announced. The 14th annual awards, set for Nov. 15, will recognize Surrey’s best businesses in eight categories, as well as pay tribute to Flag Mitsubishi owner Sherrold Haddad, who is retiring after “at least 40, maybe 50 years” in the car dealership business. Finalists are Complete Home Design, Dale’s Alignment and Brakes, and Milestone Events (one to 10 employees); Frontline Real Estate Services Ltd., Novo Textiles Co., and Reliance Foundry (11-40 employees); and Aggressive Tube Bending, Keywest Asphalt Ltd., and Norwood Packaging Ltd. (41-plus employees) Not-for-profits are to be honoured in two categories: under $500,000 budget (finalists are Child Partnership of Surrey-White Rock, Surrey Christmas Bureau and Surrey Urban Mission), and over $500,000 budget (Alexandra

Neighbourhood House, Fraser Valley Real Estate Board and Progressive Intercultural Community Services Society). In the running for Business Person of the Year are Barry Forbes of Westminster Savings Credit Union, Balraj Mann of Polycrete Restorations and Jason Zanatta of Novo Textiles Co. New Business of the Year finalists are All Care Medical Centre, Kitply Industries and The Shops at Morgan Crossing. The Student Entrepreneur of the Year Award will go to either Michael Cheng (WittyCookie), Julian DeSchutter (The DeSchutter Group) or Sukhi Sangha (Sangha’s Learning Centre). The awards ceremony, to take place at the Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel Nov. 15, will take the form of an Academy Awards-style dinner. Set for 6-10 p.m., tickets are $105 each or $1,000 for a table of 10. To purchase tickets, or for more information, visit www.businessin surrey.com or call 604-581-7130.

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SURREY IS WORKING Kathy Helman, a self-serve coordinator at the WorkBC Employment Services Centre in FleetwoodGuildford, chats with client Tia Luker. EVAN SEAL / THE LEADER

When the job search isn’t working The WorkBC Employment Services Centre in Fleetwood-Guildford helps thousands of people with career planning each year by Maria Spitale-Leisk

ooking for employment is hard work and often overwhelming. If you’re feeling frustrated and hopeless, it might be time to let those who are in the business of finding their clients the quickest route to fulfilling employment lend a hand. Pacific Community Resources operates a WorkBC Employment Services Centre in the Fleetwood-Guildford area. There is a full range of free job search resources and career planning programs available through this facility – open to anyone who is eligible to work in Canada. Case managers and facilitators can help with everything from polishing your resume, enhancing interviewing skills, and setting up apprenticeship training. All clients are triaged when they first walk through the door, said Sue Clough, operations coordinator of the FleetwoodGuildford Employment Services Centre. First they see the self-serve coordinator, Kathy Helman. She is the one who will do a quick assessment of the client’s needs. If it’s a simple resume touch-up or Internet access that they are after, clients are directed to workstations in the main area equipped with computers and telephones. Most clients are referred to second-level unemployment triage – where a case manager can take a more in-depth look at their needs. EVAN SEAL / THE LEADER They are often encouraged to attend a four-day, on-site career-planning workshop. Employment centre client Christine Wilson uses a computer to look for job opportunities. Surrey resident Christine Wilson is

currently taking the course. Wilson was a housing support worker who experienced burnout. Her psychologist advised her to explore a new career path. Wilson needed government assistance to help keep her on her feet. “It was humbling for me to go on EI,” said the 40-year-old. “It’s the clientele I used to represent.” She enrolled in Langara College’s Arts and Sciences undergraduate program until her Employment Insurance ran out midsemester. That’s when Wilson turned to the Fleetwood-Guildford Employment Services Centre for help. She is now learning how to apply for student loans and bursaries, crediting her career planning instructor for keeping her motivated. “When you are unemployed for many months, there are financial challenges and you are feeling low,” says Wilson. “When you have someone like this, she is just so positive.” The centre has 700 open files filled with stories just like Wilson’s. There are also plenty of reality checks for people with multiple degrees and highly educated immigrants seeking employment in what Clough calls a “fairly tough job market.” Making it easier for clients is the one-stop shop model. With services for immigrants, youth and disabled clients under one roof, you don’t have to visit a variety of centres to tell your story, said Clough. The Surrey Fleetwood-Guildford Employment Services Centre is located at #20210334 152A St. More information is available at www pcrs.ca.

fast facts Employment by the numbers: • Cloverdale has the highest employment participation rate – 73.8 per cent – and the lowest unemployment rate – 3.9 per cent. • Whalley has an unemployment rate of 7.2 per cent – the highest in Surrey. • Surrey’s unemployment rate is 5.7 per cent –marginally higher than the Metro Vancouver average of 5.6 per cent. • Sales and service are the most common jobs in Surrey, accounting for 22-27 per cent of the employed labour force. – City of Surrey Labour Force Fact Sheet, 2006 census

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#1 sector: • Surrey’s top businesses are in construction, professional, scientific and technical services, retail, manufacturing, health care, wholesale trade, finance and insurance/ real estate, transportation and education. • But the numberone sector is listed as “other” services. • “Other” services include repairs and maintenance on items, personal services, laundry, funerals, pet care, photofinishing, religious and social advocacy organizations, and businesses in private households.

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Helping others is job one Employees at the not-for-profit Centre for Child Development stick around for the kids and camaraderie by Maria Spitale-Leisk

he kids’ smiles say it all at The Centre for Child Development in Surrey. Helping children with special needs reach their potential may be the centre’s mission statement, but its stakeholders are more like a large extended family. Established in 1953, the non-profit organization assists more than 2,000 children each year, from newborns to age 19, across Surrey, Langley, Delta and White Rock. The centre is a one-stop shop for children with special needs, with a variety of specialized pediatric professionals collaborating under one roof. At the centre, located at 94 Avenue an 140 Street, children’s artwork, along with accolades from community partners, adorns the walls of the sprawling complex. Heather Basham, acting director of supported child development, began her career at the centre 33 years ago in the preschool. Multi-decade service and starting out in the preschool is common among workers at the centre. “There have been so many changes – different staff, different CEOs, renovations to the building, program changes,” said Basham. “I have fond memories of many different places in time here.” Linda Wieler works in casting and splinting. Having this department on-site sets the centre apart from other pediatric special needs programs.

Recreational therapist Peggy Beyak works with one of her clients in the specially designed therapy pool at The Centre for Child Development. EVAN SEAL / THE LEADER

Unlike casting for broken limbs, the centre creates corrective treatments for children with orthopedic needs – many of which are the result of a genetic condition. “They are not necessarily happy with what we are doing. So they cry,” said Wieler, who does her best to placate them with TV and toys. She can relate to what the parents are going through. Wieler’s son, who was born with cerebral

palsy, came here for physical therapy 30 years ago. “It was wonderful. Everyone was so helpful,” she said of the experience. Five years later she wound up working for the centre as a rehabilitation assistant. In another area of the building is the centre’s most inviting space: the pool.

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SURREY IS WORKING Centre: Serves thousands of children the in Lower Mainland From page 29 Basham said it can be a popular place for not only physiotherapists, but also speech pathologists and occupational therapists looking for creative ways to engage children. The temperature in this specialized pool is about six degrees warmer than normal, keeping kids’ muscles loose. It’s also marked crosswise with black lines that indicate a distinct change in depth. For some of the 700 kids who access the pool each year, it may be where they take their first steps. From a chair at the edge of the pool, a mother observes her four-year-old daughter Tanvir splash in the water with her recreational therapist. Tanvir was born with spina bifida. In just six months working with centre physiotherapists, her leg muscles have become stronger. Soon, her “twisters” – braces around her hips – will come off, as she slowly works towards a day when she can walk unaided. The mom expresses her gratitude for the staff. “The centre is very important. For our family, they are helping us. They listen to us.” In another part of the building is the preschool. In the centre’s early days, there were separate preschool classes for children with special needs. Today, all the children are integrated. The spirit of inclusion is alive in the room as a multicultural mural of kids holding hands is draped across one of the walls. Mary Stoochnoff is one of the early childhood educators at the preschool – a role she said is rewarding, with priceless perks. “Like when the kids come up and hug you, or they turn around to put their hand on you,” said Stoochnoff. These are the experiences that Basham – who oversees intake for the entire centre – wishes she could offer to all children with special needs in the community. The centre’s board of directors’ goal is to increase the number of children they serve by 200 a year. They estimate it costs

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Centre for Child Development teacher Mary Stoochnoff (left) and support teacher Colleen Gratz inside the centre’s preschool. $5,000 per child per year for pediatric medical rehabilitation therapies. Upstairs in the “tree top” room is the intake department – an objective realization of the need for these programs. Sharon Murray, central coordinator for speech and language referrals, Murray fields phone calls from parents, speech pathologists, and public health units. The speech and language department receives between 120-130 new referrals a month. Working alongside Murray is Carol Pointer, who does the rest of the intake and also works as a support teacher.

While acceptance into the centre can vary from two days to two years – hinging on funding availability and priority cases – Pointer has set a goal for herself: “To have the referral leave my desk and be downstairs as a set-up file within 90 days,” she said. Outside of the North Surrey facility, additional Centre for Child Development staff are scattered throughout the city, as well as Delta, White Rock and Langley, supporting 120 children in community programs. Its core funding comes from the B.C. Ministry of Children and Family Development, the United Way, and the Child Development Foundation of B.C. Asked what she attributes the centre’s strong employee retention to, Basham says it’s rewarding to see progress and changes in children and families in such a supportive environment. “The staff I work with are so supportive and caring, not only of the children, families and programs they support, but of each other too,” said Basham. “We have so much fun together celebrating anything and everything that happens.”

The Centre for Child Development: • Has provided services for children with special needs and their families for 58 years. • Employs 140 people. • Receives more than 1,200 referrals every year. • Provides specialized pediatric medical rehabilitation services to nearly 2,000 children with special needs through 30,000 sessions a year in Delta, Surrey, South Surrey, White Rock, Langley and other areas of the Lower Mainland. • Sophie’s Place, housed on the second floor of the Centre for Child Development, is an environment where children who have suffered abuse can be interviewed by police and social workers.

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