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Critics blast blueberry ‘cannons’ By DAN FERGUSON Aldergrove Star
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Aldergrove Secondary students Brandon Sparham (left) and Kyler Croucher grind dried corn into corn meal, using bike power. The sustainable living class at the school, augmented by support from David Catzel (inset photo, below at left) of Aldergrove’s Glorious Organics Farm, provides students with the opportunity to learn how to grow and process their own foods.
There were 25 speakers at a Thursday night public meeting about blueberry cannons in Langley, all of them critical. They said the noisemakers used to scare away berry-munching birds are disturbing to people, horses and pets and most demanded an outright ban. “They are depriving me of my right to farm,” said John Reid, one of many horse facility owners to speak. The constant noise during the blueberry growing season is driving down property values, Reid said. “I can’t sell my place,” Reid said. “Not for what it should be used.” Alicia Harper, vice president of membership and marketing for the Horse Council of B.C., said the cannons are especially damaging in Langley, often called the “horse capital of B.C.” The devices are “equally effective at scaring horses as birds,” Harper said, going on to call horses a “prey species” whose natural tendency when startled or frightened is to flee. Carol Hauta, who lives near three John Reid was among blueberry farms that use propane can25 speakers against nons, said friends and family won’t the use of propane come out for summer barbecues at her cannons at a Thursday place during the summer because of night meeting. the noise. Sometimes, she said, it feels like she is living in a “war zone.” “In the middle of the growing season when we have our door and windows open to enjoy the summer weather, all we can hear is the boom of propane cannons and the screech of noise scare devices,” Hauta said. She said people living in rural areas should be entitled to same right to peace and quiet as their urban counterparts. “If your neighbours were having a large and very noisy party, so loud it was disruptive to the entire neighbourhood, you have the right to call the police, who in turn have the responsibility to make sure your neighbours are following the noise by-laws,” Hauta told the hearing. Rob Jandric told the hearing he was a veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces who suffers from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder who finds the noise of the cannons especially stressful. “I’ve hit the deck a number of times,” Jandric said. SEE: Page 3
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together compost allowed for in without Metro air quality approval residential waste collection, that because the site has been zoned for Virtually all of the people who adds often-smelly kitchen garbage composting for 20 years, but has attended last Wednesday night’s to the mix. opted to taken the “high public information meeting about “We are not acceptroad” and seek a permit. a proposed composting facility at ing food waste,” Nickel Ray Robb, the Metro 25330 - 88 Ave. were against it. said. air quality district direcMore than 120 people filled a There will be filters tor, said the compost meeting room at the Fort Langley and fans to limit odour facility fits with Metro Gold Course, with many standing emissions, he added. Vancouver’s plans to at the back because there weren’t Nickel was shouted reduce the amount of enough chairs. down more than once. waste trucked to landSpeaker after speaker told rep“You have to give us fills by substantially resentatives of Glenval Organics a chance to answer,” he increasing the amount and Metro Vancouver that they are protested. that is recycled. against the plant because they are “You can’t ask a quesMetro has gone Glenval CEO Gary worried about the effect it will have tion and not accept the Nickel weathered a to court to gain some on their neighbourhood and their answer.” storm of angry com- authority over agriculproperty values. In response to one tural land in the Lower ments. “We don’t want you here,” one questioner who wanted Mainland, Robb told shouted. to know if the plant would use the crowd, and while it has suc“Why the hell should you come sludge from sewage treatment ceeded to some extent, that authorin here?” another yelled. plants, Nickel said no. ity is still limited. “You’re not welcome and you’re “It’s not coming to Fort “We are focused on the law,” not wanted.” Langley.” Robb said. Remarks by others were less The plant will be well above the “We look to the legislation as heated, but no less opposed. flood plain, Nickel told another our guidance.” “This is really a bad spot for us,” questioner who was concerned Robb said the provincial govone said. about the impact of a ernment has made it clear that it, Another was washout. not Metro, has the final say over applauded when they “It’s not even close to farmland. suggested the plant it,” Nickel said. Robb ordered the meeting after should be built in a The Glenval CEO controversy erupted late last year commercial area, saying told another questioner over the proposed project. “that sounds industrial that his firm would be Another meeting is being to me.” willing to conduct tests sought by Langley Township counGlenval Organics of wells in the immedi- cil, which is demanding a one-onCEO Gary Nickel said ate area to make sure one session with representatives of the design of the facilthere is no contamina- Glenval and Metro officials to disity and the type of comtion from the plant, cuss the project. posting will limit the Sibyl Passey was one something he said is Some members of council impact. of many who spoke unlikely because the attended the Wednesday meeting. Nickel said the against a proposed compost will be proCouncillors Kim Richter and plant will only accept cessed inside a covered David Davis were there from the compost facility. yard waste from combuilding. beginning, while Mayor Jack Froese mercial sources like landscaping Nickel said his company could and Councillors Michelle Sparrow companies, not the type of mixed- go ahead and build the facility and Bev Dornan arrived later. By DAN FERGUSON Aldergrove Star
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“Haunting Hour” crew member Garry Green carries props for the sale at the former Aldergrove Elementary School site on Sunday. After three seasons of filming the TV series in Aldergrove, the work has come to an end as the old school will no longer be available. Most of the school buildings, except for the original 1912 two-storey school that is designated a heritage site, will be torn down to make way for a new community centre. In related news, the CBC TV series “Arctic Air” continues to rent the former County Line Elementary School site for filming.
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His wife has found him in a “fetal position” a number of times, he added, his voice shaking. “We try to go on holidays, but I don’t have enough [vacation time available] to go away for the whole blueberry season.” Robin Price, who said he once Q1 Deals 2012 worked at a blueberry farm, said––the Q1 –– Sweet Sweet Deals 2012
cannons don’t work. “The birds get used to them,” Price said. He said a more effective approach would be a recording of a bird in distress, something that birds will not get used to and will be less jarring for human beings. “The scream of a bird is not like a cannon going off,” Price said. Another speaker, Sue Leyland, sug-
gested using falcons. The town hall-style hearing in council chambers was organized by the Langley Township task force on the issue. Chairperson Megan Dykeman said they expect to report back to the township agricultural committee by the end of March. The Propane Cannon Task Force was created in September after council
postponed a decision on changes to Township noise bylaws and the creation of a farming bylaw to forbid the cannons as “excessive, intrusive, and inhumane” to use the words used by the councillor who proposed the ban, Kim Richter. Council sent the matter to the municipal Agricultural Advisory Committee to investigate and report back. The committee established the task
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this local “community group hug” in a fine facility, rain or shine. There’ll be music and entertainment — face painting and (if the rain holds off) a fire truck for the kids — plus some free refreshments and a BBQ by donation. The Walk for Memories goes Sunday at the Aldergrove Athletic Park, noon to 3 p.m. Township of Langley Mayor Jack Froese will officially kick off the event at around 12:20 and Township Councillor Bob Long will be both MC and DJ. Guest of honour will be the 2013 L a n g l e y- A l d e r g ro v e Abbotsford Walk for Memories honoree, Carrol Horne, who went to school in Aldergrove and has lived in the Langley area all her life. January is Alzheimer Awareness Month across Canada, where one in 11 adults over the age of 65 is now reported to suffer some form of dementia. As Baby Boomers enter their senior years, the toll on families is predicted to worsen dramatically without further research, earlier diagnosis and help. The theme of this year’s campaign is: “See me, not my disease.” As L a n g l e y- A l d e r g ro v e Abbotsford Walk for Memories honoree Carrol Horne exemplifies, a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease is just another obstacle to overcome with the support of family and friends and help from physicians and the Alzheimer Society of B.C. Walks for Memories (there are 23 around the province) are the ASBC’s biggest fundraisers. Administrative costs are comparatively low and all contributions make a difference. Go to walkformemories.com and click on the Langley, Aldergrove & Abbotsford link to register and/or donate.
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The first store in the 20-acre, $200-million Highstreet retail development will open on Friday.
Walmart SuperCentre plans to celebrate its new 1 5 2 , 0 0 0 - s q u a re - f o o t location with a ribboncutting at 7 a.m. and doors open at 8 a.m.
Walmart store manager Brad Blankenagel said they don’t know how many people to expect on the first day, but it will be busy.
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The “Horsing Around Langley” horse called Otto is one of several currently on display at Willowbrook Mall. Commissioned by Otter Co-op and painted by Felicity Holmes, Otto was designed with the historical aspect of Otter Co-op in mind, from its beginnings in the 1920s to the present day, and capturing the rural atmosphere of the area from Aldergrove to Pitt Meadows. Holmes said, “I wanted to convey the importance of community and family within the design of the horse… By showing him walking through a meadow full of flowers it emphasizes the rural countryside.”
The new SuperCentre is similar in size to the Port Coquitlam and Chilliwack stores, and larger than the current Abbotsford Walmart. Friday’s opening is the first of many phases that will occur in the coming year. Highstreet is located directly off Highway 1 at Mt. Lehman Road, and will include 90 retail stores, anchored by Walmart, London Drugs, Marshalls and a Cineplex VIP Cinemas. Other confirmed tenants include Old Navy, Bombay, Purdy’s, Lenscrafters and more. Created by Shape Properties of Vancouver, Highstreet is one of the largest shopping centres currently under construction in North America. Darren Kwiatkowski, Shape’s executive vicepresident, acquisitions and development, said the complex, a 6 0 0 , 0 0 0 - s q u a re - f o o t open air shopping centre, is 95 per cent committed, with just a few retail and some office space remaining available. The design of Highstreet allowed the developer to take up “less of a footprint” than normal.
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VICTORIA – The news was trumpeted with alarm here on Vancouver Island, which along with the Gulf Islands is the heartland of tinfoil-hat opposition to smart meters. Of the 140,000 power customers who didn’t have a wireless meter by the end of the year, many have simply refused. Now BC Hydro has sent letters informing them “we can no longer delay the installation of a new meter at your home.” “StopSmar tMetersBC” sent out a panicky e-mail advising its resistance movement to brace against “storm trooper tactics” from BC Hydro staff, and urging phone and fax attacks on their local MLA office. “Anger and outrage should be expressed, in a quiet way, so that we don’t sound hysterical, but people are being threatened, police called, etc.,” the anonymous e-mail helpfully suggests. BC Hydro has also confirmed what I told you a few months ago. Those bogus locks, chicken wire cages and important-looking signs, which were sold like modernday snake oil, have no legal effect to prevent the utility from working on its own equipment. These obstacles to inspection have been and continue to be removed, along with dangerous grow-op bypasses and fiddled mechanical meters. The technical arguments against wireless meters have
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been demolished. False news reports and website claims still circulate, but no fires have been attributed to the installation of 1.7 million wireless meters in B.C. About 1,200 faulty meter bases have also been replaced at BC Hydro’s expense, and as crude power-theft bypasses have been removed, the incidence of electrical fires, already rare, has dropped substantially. Another popular myth is increased electricity bills. Yes, if your bypass is removed, your bill will go up. Like gas pumps, power meters are required by federal law to be accurate. Which brings us back to Team Tinfoil, which has been sold a cascading series of fantastic tales about the effect of wireless signals that are already ever-present in all modern communities. A Toronto-based expert group called Bad Science Watch has tackled claims of “electromagnetic hypersensitivity” head-on. I highly recommend their 10-page report and qualifications at www. badsciencewatch.ca. In plain language, with references to the best available scientific studies, it describes the double-blind tests that prove people who claim this sensitivity are not actually able to detect when they are or are not being exposed to wireless signals. No X-Men candidates have come forward. It also exposes key “activists” in Canada. The most prominent is Dr. Magda
Havas, an associate professor at Trent University who has “developed a career denouncing the safety of low-frequency electromagnetic radiation.” She gives speeches, promotes her book and has worked with one David Stetzer to promote an “EMF filter” to sell to those who insist they feel what science shows they don’t. Havas has appeared on TV “news” shows with “activistentrepreneur” Kevin Byrne. His website appears to be a hub of cell tower and smart meter scare reports, but it’s interspersed with product pitches for EMF Solutions Canada, of which Byrne is coincidentally president. Then there’s “entrepreneur-activist” Rob Metzinger, president of something called Safe Living Technologies Inc. He doesn’t run a lurid scare website, but he’s appeared on CBC and CTV as some sort of authority. (The main hazard emanating from TVs these days is bad information.) As the election approaches, a fight is gearing up between the NDP and the B.C. Green Party for the ignorant, superstitious and angry vote. The Greens in particular have damaged their credibility in a desperate bid to quiet their own tinfoil-chapeau wing. There are bozo eruptions ahead. I’ll have more on that in a future column. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca
A few lucky charities in Langley are starting off the new year with a huge financial boost — $70,000 to be exact. That’s how much was raised by the Langley Good Times CruiseIn Society at their annual car show in September. The total sum is to be split among the Cruise-In’s three official charities — Langley Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, Langley Community Support Group Society (formerly Langley Stroke Recovery), and Valley Therapeutic Equestrian Association. Other local groups who helped at the event will also receive part of the donation, including Teen Challenge, Langley Boys and Girls Club, Douglas Park Community School, Kwantlen Polytechnic University Foundation, St John Ambulance, Vineyard Church, Aldergrove Ninjas Soccer, Aldergrove Cheetahs Soccer, Langley Lions , Langley Lodge, Langley Rotary and Langley Elks. Although the amount raised is lower than in past years (the 2011 show raised $86,000), it is still a significant donation for the charities, said Cruise-In director Lori Watts. “For most of our community groups it’s a large chunk of money for them and for a lot of them it is a big part of their budget for the year,” Watts said. “So for a lot of them for them to be able to do what they do, they really do rely on us a lot.” Part of the struggle at the 2012 show was a decline in sponsorships, which vice-president Eric Taylor says he hopes to turn around for 2013. “I wish it could have been more raised, but we did what we could, and we’ll try harder this year,” Taylor said. “(The charities) were incredibly happy. They do great work and I can’t imagine how they can possibly raise enough money to do what they do without fundraisers like ours.” Once a new Cruise-In board is elected at the end of January, the team will begin to formulate new strategies for the 2013 show. Watts says one of her ultimate goals is to have the spectators make donations as well. Currently only those who register a car in the show are required to pay. But with crowds of 100,000 or more showing up each year, just a $1 donation from each person could raise an extra $100,000. “It’s a tough challenge unless we fence off the whole city – it’s pretty hard to do,” Watts said. “But that would be my dream to fence off the whole area and make people pay a buck to come in. “We’re asking the guys who are actually going to all the trouble to bring their cars out, they’re paying the money, but nobody’s paying to see the vehicles. It’s almost like we’re penalizing the car guys. It would be nice to get the spectators to throw some money in.”
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Two moderated public forums about drug addiction and harm reduction will be hosted by the City of Abbotsford. The meetings will explore approaches to addressing local drug use and addiction issues. The first will have a panel of local agency representatives and the second will feature Fraser Health Authority representatives. The city is hoping to to create discussions and seek input from the public. The sessions take place on Tuesday, Jan. 22 and Tuesday, Jan. 29 at 7 p.m. in the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way. Comments received from the public will be summarized and included in a staff report to council.
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Idle No More mobilizes in Langley By MIRANDA GATHERCOLE Aldergrove Star
The deep thud of drums and traditional singing by dozens of First Nations people could be heard by shoppers at Willowbrook Shopping Centre on Saturday afternoon, as the Langley Idle No More protest took place. Both Native and non-Native supporters from throughout the Lower Mainland congregated in the mall parking lot to show their opposition to the federal government’s Bill C-45. Members of the Kwantlen, Matsqui, Katzie and Semiahmoo First Nations were among several groups staging the peaceful protest through songs and speeches. After rallying outside, the group then marched inside the mall and continued to sing and drum as they paraded past stores. The Langley movement is one of many that have sprung up across Canada since the first Idle No More protest was organized in Saskatchewan in November. Its supporters’ major concerns with Bill C-45, also known as the second omnibus budget bill, are changes to the Indian Act, the Navigation Protection Act and the Environmental Assessment Act, which affects land treaties and environmental screening of major pipeline and power projects. Chris Thomas of the Kwantlen First Nation believes
that protecting the environment is something every Canadian should be concerned about. “We’re fighting for natural resources for our Mother Earth because the timeline for Mother Earth is winding down,” Thomas said. “According to our elders, the Earth is dying. “We’re trying to get the word out there that it’s not only affecting the First Nations people, but it’s affecting all of Canada. “We walk together and we share the natural resources as brothers and sisters.” Specifically in Langley, Thomas is very concerned with future oil and gas lines in the “Grandfather Sto:lo,” or Fraser River. “In return it’s going to be killing off our salmon, and that’s one of our main sources of food and our diet to help us keep a healthy life, body and spirit,” he said. “All we can do is our best to keep a level mind, a good strong heart, and keep continuing to get the word out there and try to get our brothers and sisters to walk alongside and get our voices heard.” Adele Hurst-Dand, a nonNative protester at the rally, posted on the Idle No More Langley Facebook page that the experience was “very positive,” despite feeling “a little out of place.” “I’m trying to teach the kids how important it is to stand up
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The fate of the 25 acres of Township-owned land in Glen Valley will likely be decided this month. Whatever the council decision is, it will almost certainly not involve a deal to sell “McLellan forest east” (also known as Gray gravel pit) to the newly-formed Watchers of Langley Forests
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behind everyone and were surprised and honoured when a First Nations man gently insisted we walk with the life givers. “He came and found us again after the march, during more speeches and gave Torrin and Talia a T-shirt each. He wanted to thank them and impress upon them how important the younger generation is, and how this is about everyone. “Needless to say they were very grateful and almost speechless. I am so grateful to that man and everyone there today for peacefully standing up for what is right and helping to teach my children.”
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Alan Davis, the new president of Kwantlen Polytechnic University, got a warm welcome as the four Langley Rotary clubs held their annual interclub meeting Wednesday night at Newlands Golf Club. He also received a cheque for $25,000 from the Rotary Club of Langley, to establish an annual scholarship of $1,500 for a student in Kwantlen’s health sciences program. Davis took over as president last year and has already worked with other administrators and the college board on a strategic plan that seeks to make Kwantlen Canada’s top polytechnic university by 2018.
“While we are at present the only polytechnic university in Canada, we want to put flesh on those bones in the next five years.” As a polytechnic university, Davis said Kwantlen offers a combination of academic and skills training with hands-on experience and research. “We blend theory and practice. We want our graduates to be active and engaged citizens. “We have to build our reputation by being really good at what we do,” he said. In Langley, Davis wants to make Kwantlen even more a part of the community than it is today. It hosts the Farmer’s Market. Cruise-In swap
meet, music festivals and and agricultural research. other events, but he sees The Langley campus the campus becoming a now hosts the nursing greater part of the comprogram and he wants to munity. Kwantlen’s cambroaden that into more pus is located on the edge health sciences. The of Langley City and is in “amazing” school of music a strategic place within is a natural stepping stone the community, as it is towards more courses adjacent to Highway 10, in performing arts, and Glover Road and Langley he said that ties in with Bypass. Rotary’s work towards a Davis noted that the Kwantlen Polytechnic performing arts centre in level of research going on University president Langley. at the horticulture proStudents in arts, sciAlan Davis gram is among the best in ence and other courses at the world, and Kwantlen is moving the Langley campus should be able towards degrees in both horticulture to finish their studies in Langley if
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they wish to, he said, instead of commuting to other campuses. He sees blending classroom learning with online learning as one way to do that. Davis wants to engage with the community and hear from members of the public, as well as those with a stake at Kwantlen. He asked audience members to email him at president@kwantlen.ca or via Twitter — @presadavis. Kwantlen will hold its convocation at Langley Events Centre on May 31. Among those being awarded an honourary degrees will be Aldergrove sustainable agriculture expert Susan Davidson.
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public notices 2013 Community Grants The Township of Langley annually awards grants to non-profit groups and organizations serving the Township and its residents. Information and application forms for the 2013 Community Grants and Capital Improvement Grants are available: • On the Township’s website at tol.ca/grants • At the Township of Langley Civic Facility, Customer Service counter, 2nd Floor Return applications to: David Leavers, Director Recreation, Culture, and Parks Division Township of Langley 20338 - 65 Avenue Langley, BC V2Y 3J1 Deadline: Thursday, February 28, 2013 David Leavers Director, Recreation, Culture, and Parks 604.533.6158
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Each year, Canadians of Ukrainian heritage celebrate their Christmas and their New Year’s celebration – Malanka – some two weeks after the rest of the general population. Fraser Valley residents are no different. This year, the Ukrainian Club of Abbotsford hosted its annual Malanka New Year’s dinner and dance on Jan. 19 at Sts. Joachim and Ann’s Church hall in Aldergrove. While most of the western world adheres to the Gregorian calendar which was established in 1582, many Ukrainians still recognize the holidays of the much older Julian calendar. The night of Jan. 6 (Svyata Vechera – the holy evening) sees a traditional 12-course Christmas meal being served in households, with a kolach (braided loaf) as a supper-table centrepiece, and a didukh (or decorated sheaf of wheat) standing nearby. When the youngest member of the family announces to those present that a star is visible in the night sky on Svyata Vechera, the hospodar (or host) helps him light a candle, which is placed in the window. The lit candle is a signal to any traveller who is lost or prevented by weather from reaching home that a place is available for him at the hospodar’s table. After a traditional prayer, the first of 12 dishes is served: a centuriesold delicacy of wheat and poppy seeds and honey known as kutya. Carollers may drop in
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After having to put money raised for a hospital in Zimbabwe on hold after turmoil there, Langley Rotary clubs are ready to send the $57,642 they raised to a similar medical facility. “The last four months of 2012 certainly was a tumultuous period for our Rotary effort in Zimbabwe,” said Langley Rotarian Dr. Brendan Martin who founded International Health Langley — a fundraising arm of the Rotary Clubs that help hospitals in poor nations. Canadian bush doctor Dr. Paul Thistle gave up a lucrative career in this country and dedicated 16 years as the chief doctor at Zimbabwe’s Howard Hospital when he was fired in August. “His strict adherence to proper accountability and ethical principles resulted in an impasse,” said Martin.
Thistle was abruptly fired and told to leave the country by the leadership of the Salvation Army there. A Salvation Army officer himself, Thistle questioned the leaders over fundraising dollars and where the money was going. “The Salvation Army leadership wants all the money raised to pass through their bank accounts in Harare, (Zimbabwe). There was a pattern of the money not arriving at the hospital or arriving late,” said Martin in August. Thistle was being punished for being a good steward of those funds, he said. Thistle refused to leave the country, but couldn’t return to Howard Hospital. “Unfortunately Howard Hospital has imploded since his removal and is only functioning at a small fraction of its former level,”
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Seniors gather for Food and Friends luncheons offered by Langley Meals on Wheels at Otter Co-op and several other locations. The social luncheons feature great food, guest speakers and good company for the age 55-plus in the community, priced at $5 each. In the Aldergrove area the program runs on the first, second, third and fourth Tuesday of each month at Bob’s Bar and Grill, 27083 Fraser Hwy., call 604-857-7725 to reserve, and on the second and fourth Monday of each month at Otter Co-op, 3600 - 248 Street, call 604-607-6923 to reserve. The Food and Friends is also offered in Brookswood, Fort Langley, Walnut Grove, Willowbrook/Willoughby and three Langley City locations.
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Aldergrove Bruins #14 Quinn McKitrick screens the Vancouver Spirit net in bantam A hockey Thursday, Jan. 17 at Aldergrove Arena. Aldergrove won this game 7-1.
The Aldergrove Secondary-Betty Gilbert High School Curling Team participated in the Regional High School Play-downs at the Golden Ears Curling Club last week, January 17-19. Team members, from left, are Josh Desrosiers, Jake Frew, Ty McDonald and Kristian Sutherland.
Kodiaks get back to their winning ways By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star
The Aldergrove Kodiaks faced down a strong challenge from the Mission City Outlaws Thursday, Jan. 17 at the Mission Leisure Centre, and came away with a 3-1 victory. The Kodiaks opened the scoring in the first period, despite being outshot 15-11, with a power play goal from Adam Callegari at 17:01, with assists from Kodi Schwarz and captain Daniel Higgs. The Kodiaks outshot Mission in the second period, 12-3, but the Outlaws were the only team to score that period, with Eddie Lalonde evening the score for the Outlaws. The Kodiaks also outshot Mission in the third, 18-2, but it paid off as Kodiaks affiliate scored at 8:19, assisted by CJ Lillies and Joshua Cronin. Kodiaks defender Stefan Gonzales scored the insurance on an empty net in the
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final minute, assisted by Ryan Simpson and Joshua Cronin. Iles and Higgs earned the game’s first and third stars, respectively, with the second star going to Lalonde. The result improved the Kodiaks standing to 45 points after 35 games (22-12-1-0). The Kodiaks host the North Delta Devils at Aldergrove Arena, Wednesday, Jan. 23, before traveling to Ladner to play the Delta Ice Hawks on Tuesday, Jan. 29. Kodiaks host Mission Outlaws on Wednesday, Jan. 30, with puck drop at 7:15 p.m. KODIAKS RETURN TO WIN COLUMN It didn’t take long for the Aldergrove Kodiaks to return to their winning ways. The Kodiaks, who saw a 10-game win streak come to an end the last time they played, scored a 5-2 win over the Port Moody Panthers on Jan. 16 at the Aldergrove Arena in junior
B Pacific Junior Ice Hockey League action. Stefan Gonzales and Spencer McHaffie both had a goal and an assist to pace the Kodiaks attack, while Tyson Solotki and Ryan Veillet had a goal and an assist apiece. Adam Callegari had the other Aldergrove goal to open the scoring, while Cole McInnes stopped 26 of the 28 shots he faced. The Kodiaks actually trailed 2-1 midway through the first period, but Gonzales and Veillet struck prior to intermission to give the home side a 3-2 advantage. And after neither team scored in the second, McHaffie and Solotki scored within the first five minutes of the third to seal the victory. The score could have been worse if not for the play of Port Moody goaltender Brendan Sharp, who stopped 45 of the 50 shots he faced.
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Aldergrove Kodiaks #2 Roshen Jaswal clears the puck from Aldergrove’s net in junior hockey game against Port Moody Panthers, Wednesday, Jan. 16 at Aldergrove Arena. The Kodiaks took this game 5-2.
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Betty Gilbert Middle School’s Jesse Brown drives past Langley Christian School defence in grade 8 boys’ basketball, Monday, Jan. 14 at Aldergrove Secondary’s gym. Langley Christian won this game.
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Aldergrove’s Garret Paddon (#7 in white and blue jersey) in U16 boys soccer action against Maple Ridge, Saturday, Jan. 19 at Aldergrove Athletic Park. Maple Ridge blanked Aldergrove 3-0.
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Jim Byrnes - with special guest Babe Gurr on Friday, Feb. 1, 8 p.m. in the Cascades Casino Summit Theatre, 20393 Fraser Highway, Langley (604-5302211). Tickets $37.50 (plus facility fee and service charge) available from Casino Guest Services. Charge by phone 604530-2211 or online at www.ticketweb.ca
Family Storytimes - Children ages 2-6 and their caregivers are invited to join library staff for a half- hour program of stories, songs, puppets and rhymes. At Murrayville Library, Wednesdays, Jan. 16 – Feb. 13, 10:30 - 11 a.m. or at Brookswood Library, Wednesdays, Jan. 23 – Feb. 27, 10:30 - 11 a.m. Babytime - Bring your baby (023 months) to the library for fingerplays, songs and rhymes. Learn about great library resources for new parents. At Walnut Grove Library, Wednesdays, Jan. 9 – Jan. 30, 9:30 – 10 a.m. or at Aldergrove Library, Wednesday, Jan. 16, 10:30 - 11 a.m. Conversation Circles - Fort Langley Library, Tuesday, Jan. 15 – Feb. 12, 1:15-2:15 p.m. Practice your English in a fun and friendly environment. You will improve your conversation skills and make new friends at the same time. Refreshments are provided. Registration is appreciated. Vive les Voyageurs Winter Festival - Jan. 26-27, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Fort Langley National Historic Site of Canada, 23433 Mavis Ave. Experience the rich FrenchCanadian culture that made Fort Langley so vibrant. Taste French-Canadian food, try fingerweaving, sing a voyageur song, and participate in other cultural activities. Regular admission applies. Info: 604-513-4777, website: www.parkscanada.gc.ca/ fortlangley
Annie Lou - original string band music with her CD release tour to the Harrison Memorial Hall, Saturday, Jan. 26, 8 p.m. Tickets are $22 and can be purchased by phone at 604-796-3664, online at www.harrisonfestival.com Ukrainian Soul Food – Perogies, cabbage rolls and borsch available Friday, Jan. 25 at a fundraiser from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 - 108 Ave., Surrey. Eatin, take away, or ready for your freezer. Info: 604-531-1923 or 604-581-0313. Brent Butt - Saturday, May 25, Clarke Theatre, 33700 Prentis Avenue, Mission. Tickets $40 (plus facility fee and service charges) available at all Ticketmaster Locations. Charge by phone 1-885985-5000 or online at www.ticketmaster.ca Family Storytimes - Children ages 2-6 and their caregivers are invited to join library staff for a half- hour program of stories, songs, puppets and rhymes. Aldergrove Library on Wednesdays, Jan. 30 – Feb. 27, 10:30 - 11 a.m. To register for these free programs, please visit or call library. Pajama Storytime - Join us for an evening program of stories, rhymes and songs for children age two and up and their caregivers. Children are welcome to come in pajamas and bring a soft toy at Murrayville Library, Monday, Jan. 28 6:30 -7 p.m. Register for free program, visit or call library.
Robbie Burns Céilidh - down home kitchen party, live music with a Scottish flavour. Thursday, Jan. 24, 7 to 9:45 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church Hall, 9025 Glover Rd., Fort Langley. Come out and enjoy some great music, song and fun. Tickets $5 at the door including the traditional Maritime lunch of tea biscuits and jam. Next Ceilidh will be Feb. 21. Performers contact: Jack Williamson, 604-888-7925. Divas: Vegas Meets Vaudeville starring Bonnie Kilroe, Saturday, Feb. 23, Cascades Casino Summit Theatre in Langley (604-5302211). Tickets are $25 (plus facility fee and service charges) from Casino Guest Services. Charge by phone 604-530-2211 or online at www.ticketweb.ca Aldergrove Toastmasters meets every Monday, 7 p.m. at Aldergrove Community Secondary School in room 125. Boost your self confidence; become a better speaker and have fun. Info: Murray Burgum at 604856-5483 or email mgbergum@ gmail.com Mom’s Morning Out - at Aldergrove Alliance Church on Tuesday mornings from 9 to 11 a.m. We will be discussing your concerns and challenges, making crafts, and learning new do-it-yourself skills. Coffee, refreshments, and free childcare for your nurseryand preschool-aged children. Info: aldergrovealliance.org or call 604-856-3447.
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Association. LUSA secured the services of Marco Paolella of Marcon Construction, who developed a construction plan for the building. Marcon Construction took the project lead, which ultimately saved the Township money and allowed the project to proceed more expediently. “This partnership has turned a vision into the reality of a 4,000 square foot field house, and we are thrilled to see the results of such dedication,” Froese said.
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and other user groups to allow the project to move forward. Langley Football Club, Langley Field Lacrosse, and the Township of Langley 2010 BC Summer Games Society, which provided a $70,000 legacy contribution, all came on board to help fund the facility. Private donations by LUSA partners including the McHale family and the City of Langley, in addition to in-kind donations by a number of companies and contractors, also contributed to the project through the
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sports fields, including three synthetic turf fields, a playground, spray park, mountain bike park, sand volleyball courts, and a tennis facility over the past few years. However, funding for a south field house was not in the budget until LUSA came forward with an idea to help fund and complete the project. Township Council committed $459,750, almost half of the overall $994,000 required, and a financial partnership was created with LUSA, which contributed an overall value of $364,250,
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Township of Langley Mayor Jack Froese with Roger Gilbert (2nd Vice President of Langley United Soccer Association) Betty Boucas (President of Langley United Soccer Association) and Brent Rasmussen (Project Manager for Marcon Construction Limited) were joined by other members and players from LUSA and those involved with the project to cut the ribbon and unveil the plaque inside.
CALENDAR Knitting Circle - at Aldergrove Library. Feeling at loose ends? Why not gather up your materials and join other adult knitters who are open to learning and sharing ideas. Bring your current needlecraft project with you. Aldergrove Library is located at 26770 - 29 Ave., Aldergrove, call for info: 604-856-6415. Live Rust - tribute to Neil Young, Friday, Jan. 25 at Cascades Casino Summit Theatre, Langley. Tickets $25 (plus facility fee and service charges) from Casino Guest Services. Charge by phone 604-530-2211 or online at www. ticketweb.ca
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Once again, the Township of Langley has benefitted from a community partnership to add a significant park asset. The Willoughby Community Park Field House was officially opened by the Township of Langley and the Langley United Soccer Association (LUSA) on January 12. Located south of the Langley Events Centre in the 7700-block of 202A Avenue, the facility provides change rooms, a concession, washrooms for park users, a community meeting room, and storage spaces for local sport user groups. In addition, the new facility includes a dedicated board room and office space for LUSA. “This is a welcome addition to the park that will be put to good use immediately,” said Township of Langley Mayor Jack Froese. “The Willoughby Community Park Field House is the most recent success story that shows how beneficial it can be when the Township and user groups work together to meet the needs of our expanding sport community.” A five-phase development plan has seen Willoughby Community Park enhanced with
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Saunders, John Paul January 15th, 2013 It is with great sadness the family announces the sudden passing of John Paul Saunders, 53. Paul was born in Prince George, B.C. August 10th, 1959 to Helene (Lizee) and Bill Saunders. He was employed by Morning Glory Landscaping Company, Abbotsford and attended the Level Ground Mennonite Church. He was an avid reader of Louis L’Amour books, a life-long Canuck hockey fan, excelled at sports and most of all loved his family and his long-time Aldergrove friends. He is predeceased by his mother Helene Lizee, his father Bill Saunders and brother Jim Saunders. Paul took wonderful care of his mom during the last year of her life when her health was failing and has been a great support to his step-father Paul Sr. Lizee. He is survived by his step-father Paul Lizee, sisters, Chris (Guy) Lillioet B.C., Kate (Brian) Victoria, B.C., Bridget (Jim) Peterborough, Ontario, step-sister Valerie (Mike), Maple Ridge, B.C., nieces, Teena, Alaina, Anna-Rae, Sarah, Meghan, and nephew David. The family is very grateful for his friends, especially Randy Paquette, who always kept a watchful eye. In lieu of owers donations can be made to Kinghaven Treatment Centre, Level Ground Mennonite Church, Abbotsford, or a charity of your choice. Rest in peace Paul. Elvis has now left the building. His sisters would like to invite his friends to a Memorial at the Aldergrove Legion, 26607 Fraser Highway, January 26th, 2013 from 1-3 p.m.
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CITY OF YELLOWKNIFE The City of Yellowknife invites applications from qualified candidates for the following positions: Pumphouse and Liftstation Tradesperson - Public Works Department Competition #902-137 Closes: February 1, 2013. Pumphouse and Liftstation Maintainer - Public Works Department Competition #902-135 Closes: February 1, 2013. Building Inspector II - Planning and Development Department Competition #220125U Closes: February 1, 2013 Submit resumes in confidence by the closing date, to: Human Resources Division, City of Yellowknife, P.O. Box 580, Yellowknife, NT., X1A 2N4; Fax (867) 669-3471 or Email: hr@yellowknife.ca Please direct all inquiries to the above listed email address. For more information on these positions, including the required qualifications, please refer to the City of Yellowknife’ s web page at: www.yellowknife.ca or contact Human Resources at: (867) 920-5603.
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Required for a growing Lower Mainland logging company. Full Time opportunities. PYRAMID CORPORATION is now hiring! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta. Send resume to: hr@pyramidcorporation.com or fax 780-955-HIRE.
Competitive Wages & BeneďŹ ts After 3 months Please fax: (1)604-796-0318 or e-mail: rick.tamihilog@shaw.ca
SURREY School District No. 36 is hiring a Carpenter responsible for performing skilled tasks related to construction, repair, maintenance, renovation and facilities operations. A BCTQ for Carpentry, BC Drivers’ license and Grade 12 completion are required, and five years Journeyman experience in the building maintenance field is an asset. This temp union position offers a liberal benefit package and attractive wage rate. For more details and to apply by February 4th, please visit www.makeafuture.ca/surrey or www.surreyschools.ca and click on Career Opportunities – Support Staff.
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Opportunity for an outstanding
Graphic Designer The Abbotsford News is looking for an outstanding Graphic Designer to work on an on-call basis. This opportunity would work well for a designer currently working freelance, with a flexible schedule. The successful applicant will be a creative and highly-motivated team-player, able to work independently and effectively within deadlines with previous experience working in a business setting. A comprehensive working knowledge is required of CS6 on Mac OS X. If you’d like to be part of a great company and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, please send a resume detailing previous experience, and a portfolio showcasing your talent to: Alana Green Manager, Creative Services The Abbotsford News 34375 Gladys Avenue Abbotsford, BC V2S 2H5 alana@abbynews.com Closing date: January 25, 2013 We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
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WAREHOUSE
GENERAL LABOUR POSITION WITH MECHANICAL UNDERSTANDING We have an opening for our company located in the Gloucester Industrial Park, Langley for a team member in our production department. Duties include machinery operation and training in our welding department. We require a self starter with excellent written and spoken english. Please e-mail resumes to klarose@canadapipeline.com. No phone calls. Only persons of interest will be contacted.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 260
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
ELECTRICAL
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PLUMBING
Generac, Gillette & PowerStation Sales, Service and Repair. 855-834-8484 Absolute Power Ltd Lic. # 86100 A+ Member of BBB www.Apower.ca YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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GUTTER CLEANING Etc. Rubbish Removal. Pressure Washing, Yard cleanup & trim. Reas rates, FREE EST. Since 1990. (604)854-6469
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CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977
ALDERGROVE; 1 Bdrm bsmt ste. Avail Feb 1st. $650/mo incl utils. Newly reno’d. Call: 604-536-3347
ALDERGROVE - 1 bdrm suite. $550/mo. Inc. sat. TV & utils. Avail. now. Call (604)825-4611 New SRI *1152 sq/ft Double wide $77,900. *14x70 Full gyproc single wide - loaded $66,900. Repossessed mobile, manufactured & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960. Glenbrookhomes.net
Jack Russell dogs, male & female. Looking for their forever family home. Must understand the breed. Great with kids, very healthy, shots up to date. $100 for both. 604-273-6270.
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ALDERGROVE 2 bdrm. suite, Now. 4 appl. f/p, N/S N/P. $750 + utils 604-856-1705, 604-856-5106
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ALDERGROVE bright spacious 1 bdrm suite in new area. Avail immed, no pets, $650/mo incl utils. 1-778-970-1313 or 604-825-8886.
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PRESA CANARIO P/B UKC, fawn Both parents approx. 20 to 150 lbs. Call 604-302-2357 SHELTIES 3 SABLE. 7 mo. old F. spayed & both shots. Two 3 mo old one w/white body & spotted. Loveable, sweet pups. 604-826-6311
MOVING & STORAGE
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TREE SERVICES
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GET the BEST for your MOVING From $40/hr Licensed & Insured Fortiermoving.ca 778-773-3737 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240
• Tree & Stump Removal • Certified Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck • Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging ~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~
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329 PAINTING & DECORATING 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
PETS 456
FEED & HAY
MIXED ALFALFA GRASS $13.95 bale. 10 or more ~ $12.95/bale 877 - 847 - 3735 HIGH Quality Painting Services. Professional Clean & Friendly. Free Estimates. Call 604-600-5283
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PLUMBING
MIXED SPECIES HOG FUEL 1” minus mixed berry mulch, Red Cedar coarse hog fuel Phone R.J. Caplette 604-856-6500
477
PETS
BEAUTIFUL black Lab/Weimaraner puppies all black blue eyes 3F 3M. 6 wks. Ready Jan 28. Farm & family raised. $325. 604-852-7199
FULL PLUMBING SERVICES • Hvac Gas Fitting • Electrical *Free Est. *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service
C & C Electrical Mechanical
604-475-7077
SUITES, UPPER
ALDERGROVE. 3 BDRM UPPER, $1100 + 2/3 util. Feb 1/Mar 1. Sep laundry. N/S, N/P. 604-856-5527.
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TOWNHOUSES
ALDERGROVE. 3 bdrm T/H. 1.5 bths. Fncd yd. fam.complex. $1050 & up. Sm dog ok. 778- 551-2696.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters. $80. 604-240-5362
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HANDYPERSONS
HANDYMAN, home repair & Renovation services. Quality workmanship, affordable rates, many services available. Call 604-600-5283
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SUITES, LOWER
ABBOTSFORD Mt. Lehman area. Lge 2,000sf 4 bdrm g/l ste, Christian home, acreage. $1200 incl util. N/s, pet neg. Ref’s. Feb/Mar 1. 856-5934
TRANSPORTATION
Local & Long Distance • ELECTRICAL • FULL PLUMBING SERVICES • HVAC GAS FITTING *Free Est. *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service
RENTALS
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS ALWAYS GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs, 20 yrs exp. Rain or shine.7dys/wk.Simon 604-230-0627
AFFORDABLE MOVING C & C Electrical Mechanical
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
YORKIE X POMERANIAN. Two females, all shots, vet checked, dewormed. $650. 604-504-5438.
WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $75 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $100. Free Delivery 604-856-8877
Borrow Up To $25,000 Cash same day, local office.
PRESSURE WASHING HANDYMAN - 604-518-4778 WCB & Liability Insured. www.lwrestoration.com
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
PETS
ITALIAN MASTIFF(Cane Corso) P/B blue, 9 wks, 1st shots, tails/dew claws done $800 (604)308-5665
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REAL ESTATE
BORDER COLLIE X, born Dec 5th, ranch raised, getting lots of atten. $350. Carol 604-316-4668 or email: carol@blackdiamondranch.ca
CHIHUAHUA, FEMALE, 1 year old, long hair, very sweet. $500. Call 604-794-7347
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PETS
BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOGS, pure bred at Diesel Kennel, 3 male, $1500. each. Call (604)869-5073 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
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FURNITURE
810 RENTALS
AUTO FINANCING
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709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
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• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331
CHILLIWACK WAREHOUSE
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*NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET* Pillow Top in Plastic. Mfr. Warranty Must Sell $200 ~ 604-484-0379
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GARAGE SALES
ALDERGROVE Garage Sale Sat. Jan. 26th - #86 - 27272 32nd Ave 9:00 - 4:00 Many items will be fill a box for $10.
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MISC. FOR SALE
AT LAST! An iron filter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manganese. Sine 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions; www.bigirondrilling.com. Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. BIG BUILDING SALE... “THIS IS A CLEARANCE SALE. YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS!” 20x20 $3,985. 25X24 $4,595. 30X36 $6,859. 35X48 $11,200. 40X52 $13,100. 47X76 $18,265. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422. www.pioneersteel.ca 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. For Restless or Cramping Legs. A Fast acting Remedy since 1981, sleep at night, proven for 31 years. www.allcalm.com, Mon-Fri 8-4 EST 1-800-765-8660. HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? SAWMILLS from only $3997 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT. STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
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DUTCH CLEAN IN ABBOTSFORD Do not pass up this beauty. This 4 bedroom 3 bathroom beauty has what you need. From the huge kitchen and living room to large windows that will bring in the natural light and beauty of the surroundings including a million dollar mountain view. You will love the size and privacy of the lot as well as the landscaping plus enjoy it when the summers here with the included airconditioning. And there is room for the inlaws. Call Verne Stel today and book 30551 Northridge Way, Abbotsford $ your private showing, 604-857-1100 487,000
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Call the Aldergrove specialist... Ready to move, when you are.
Make your Dream a Reality. Call Dan today 604-857-1100! I LIVE in Aldergrove. I SELL in Aldergrove.
Dan Flokstra .COM $1,800,000
4953 - 272ND STREET
INSTANT BUSINESS HERE! Over 30,000 plants ready to be sold on 17.45 acres with a 3000 sq ft 5 bedroom home on it could be suited this is a very interesting idea as the value is in land and building the cash flow from the nursery stock is the bonus have a look and check it out.
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#20 - 27272 - 32ND AVENUE
Dan Flokstra $214,000
TWIN FIRS
Over 45 years young here, 3 levels, 3 bedrooms, stainless appliances and a great Mount Baker view. Loads of storage and quick possession possible. Almost 2,000 sq. ft and private yard.
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#163 - 27456 32ND AVENUE $239,900
PINWHEEL PRIVACY
Take a look here all the privacy in the southern exposed back yard very clean very neat and very private in this complex 3 bedrooms up and new windows new fireplace extra long driveway for extra cars. Nothing to do but move in here. Take a look and make your offer.
Dan Flokstra
$2,000,000
37 ACRES – HOME PLUS LARGE BARNS Check this out, it’s all here! A large 3,700 sq ft home on a beautiful property. Large dairy barn’s plus tons of hay storage 80’x180’ clear span main barn, square piece of property with fantastic building site. Spring is coming, take a look here - property has a slight southern slope.
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4200 LEFEUVRE ROAD
604-857-1100
$800,000
5 ACRES WITH SHOP
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2825 - 256TH STREET
604-857-1100
Check out this 5 acre property with a 40 x 44 shop and very clean 2 bedroom mobile home in a great location. Everything is spotless and ready for you to either farm it or build on it. Take a look here and make your offer and your dreams can come true… close to everything.
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27053 - 27 AVENUE
604-857-1100
$500,000
WALK YOUR KIDS TO SCHOOL
Check out this centrally located home with 2 bedroom suite and large upstairs with family room and 3 bathrooms for the main floor suite as well,jetted tub hot water heat large back yard , oak kitchen take a look and make your offer.
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#2654 - 30A AVENUE $489,900 1/4 ACRE LOT WITH HEATED SHOP
SOLD
1950 sq ft rancher on ¼ acre lot plus 37 x 24 heated shop updated and ready for you to enjoy 4 bedrooms and large family room plus super deck and hot tub. On a corner lot you gotta see this one that is for sure. Make an appointment today.
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Dan Flokstra
604-857-1100
SOUTH LANGLEY PRIVACY
Very well kept and mostly updated 1400 sq ft on the main floor with a finished bsmt on a private 5 fully fenced acres located on a no through street. Also has huge shop for the car enthusiast and Circular driveway for the trucker in the family, home has new well, newer septic, newer roof new bathrooms new interior doors you get the picture, close to everything
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$659,900
21786 - 45 AVENUE
SOLD
ALL YOU WANT IS HERE IN MURRAYVILLE ¼ acre lot R.V. parking heated shop 2 story with air conditioning loads of parking hardwood floors and an amazing ensuite. All this on a crawl space for nice warm floors and a super quiet street, this is not a drive by so check it out…remember ¼ acre lot.
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#92 - 27044 - 32ND AVENUE
$217,900
FIRST TIME BUYERS ALERT Have a look here, very private back patio. Lovely wood fireplace, very neat and clean. This unit qualifies for all the first time home buyers perks. So call today and Let’s make a move happen.
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$879,900
1395 - 242ND STREET
Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100 RE/MAX ALDERGROVE
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