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Prime Minister Stephen Harper and Coquitlam MP James Moore, along with Langley MP Mark Warawa (not shown), were in Langley on Friday afternoon for an economic roundtable discussion with local business owners. The meeting was held at Langley’s Hunni’s Urban Boutique. The politicians met with Christi Hunniford and Curtis Stratuliak, owners of the Walnut Grove clothing store. Gary AHUJA/Langley Times

University district debate resumes, briefly Township of Langley hearing on Trinity Western proposal adjourned until April Dan Ferguson Times Reporter

It will be at least two more months before a public hearing into a proposed university district for Trinity Western University’s (TWU) Langley campus wraps up. Mayor Jack Froese reopened the hearing in Langley Township council chambers on Monday (Feb. 4) by saying the Township is still discussing the plan to build housing on farmland near the university with the provincial Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) which approved it.

The public hearing was adjourned on Dec. 21 until Jan. 21 so the Township could ask representatives of the ALC to participate. Then, the January hearing was delayed until this month, because the ALC had yet to meet to consider the matter. Froese said the Township has now received comments from the commission “but those comments require further clarification” and because of that, the hearing would be adjourned one more time. It will resume April 15 at 7 p.m. in the Township council chambers. Opponents dominated the discussion

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Monday night, with most of the criticism directed at the portion known as the Wall property, a separate application connected to the university district plan that is intended to increase student and staff housing. The Wall property development calls for Jack 67 compact residential Froese lots on the 153-acre farm, located at Highway 10 and 72 Avenue. Speakers against the Wall project included two TWU professors, Geraldine Jordan and David Jordan. “I’m opposed to spot zoning,” said Ger-

aldine Jordan, who is an assistant professor of geography at Trinity Western. David Jordan, a sessional assistant professor of geography at TWU, said the Wall proposal was “gerrymandering the boundaries of the university” and would only serve to “antagonize relations” with Metro Vancouver. Jordan said he had no opinion about the main university district proposal, which would build housing on 376 acres across Glover Road from the university. Another critic of the Wall portion of the project was Earl Mufford, who said he is against putting houses in the centre of a farm. “It’s just not right,” Mufford said. “It doesn’t make sense.”

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the same time, Louise Reid, later pleaded guilty to stealing two dogs, including the bulldog. A woman facing trial on Reid was handed a condi37 criminal charges for allegtional discharge, a year’s probaedly stealing dogs from Lower tion and an order to pay $2,500 Mainland back yards is camrestitution to the owner of one paigning for a law that would of the dogs. ban chaining and tethering of Surrey RCMP said the arrests dogs. were the result of tips about Janet Olson identified hera number of animal thefts self as a White Rock resident throughout the Lower Mainland and member of Ban Resident where suspects were using aniDogs when she came to Langmal welfare uniforms in the ley Township council Monday heist. afternoon (Feb. 4) with ChilliThe investigation revealed wack resident Marlene Keefe that several pets were adopted to lobby for an anti-tethering out for a fee of between $300 law. and $400 to unknowing adopShe did not mention her tees. pending trial during her preMore charges were laid sentation, a sometimes-emoagainst Olson and five other tional speech that included women as the police investigaa slide show with disturbing tion continued. images of confined dogs. Olson faces the highest num“As long as this is legal, how ber of charges. can we consider ourselves a In November of last year, she humane people?” Olson said. was jailed for almost a week Keefe said a bylaw would for allegedly breaching her bail reduce the number of dog conditions. attacks on people. Olson was released from the “Chained dogs are three Surrey Pretrial Services Centre times as likely to bite,” Keefe after posting a $50,000 bail. said. A judge imposed an 8 p.m. Olson and Keefe said at least to 6 a.m. curfew and forbid her two other Lower Mainland from possessing a cellphone or municipalities, Burnaby and any dogs other than the two Delta, have such a bylaw. she already owns. They said a tethering ban She was also ordered not to could require fewer animal visit any websites associated control officer hours and crewith dog adoption; not to have ate a safer, more humane comany contact with directors or munity. volunteers of A Better Life Following the presentation, Dan FERGUSON/Langley Times Feb 4 2013 council unanimously voted to Janet Olson (R) came to Langley Township council with Dog Rescue, except through her lawyer; and to return any have Township staff investigate Marlene Keefe (L) to lobby for a law against chaining and mail to the rescue agency an anti-tethering bylaw. that comes to her address After the meeting, mayor penning dogs. unopened and marked ‘return Jack Froese said council was Provincial Court for a trial confirmation to sender.’ not made aware of the crimiSpeaking outside Surrey Provincial nal charges against Olson before she was hearing on April 10. Court records show the 59-year-old air- court in December of 2011, Olson said granted permission to speak. “Anyone can make a submission,” line pilot faces multiple charges of theft, she had the moral authority to take the break and enter, possession of a break-in dogs. Froese said. “There’s humanitarian reasons to help Olson also did not mention her pend- instrument and fraud in connection with ing trial when she made the same presen- a series of alleged incidents from 2006 animals,” Olson said. “If you saw an animal on the side of tation to Langley City council last month, to 2011 in Langley, White Rock, Surrey, which also ordered staff to investigate a Vancouver, New Westminster, Richmond, the road with its throat slit ear to ear … Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Coquitlam, Delta are you not going to rescue that dog and no-tethering bylaw. take it to a vet? Did we have a right to And she appeared before Surrey coun- and Richmond. Olson was first arrested in November take that dog? Yes, we had a moral right cil on the same matter in April of last of 2011 in connection with the theft of a to take that dog.” year. — with files from Tracy Holmes and Olson, a founder of A Better Life Dog bulldog from a Coquitlam backyard. A Surrey woman who was arrested at Kevin Diakiw Rescue, is scheduled to appear in Surrey

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For the second night in a row, firefighters from three Township fire halls were called to an overnight fire. Firefighters from Halls 4, 8 and 2 responded to a fire at a truck tire repair shop at 19926 96 Avenue. The unit is part of a complex that services large freight trucks. The call came in at 1:34 a.m. Friday, and firefighters were on the scene until about 4 a.m. The fire broke out in a mezzanine area above the tire shop’s office, and assistant fire chief Pat Walker said that made fighting the fire much easier. A large quantity of tires were located in the shop area but firefighters were able to keep the fire from spreading to the tires. The firefighters were also able to keep the fire from spreading to adjoining units in the commercial building, but the fire did major damage to the affected unit. It went through the roof and the trusses may be damaged. Langley Township fire department was on the scene Friday investigating the cause of the fire.

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The occupant of a travel trailer is lucky to be alive after fire broke out in the trailer early Thursday. The trailer was parked at 9215 McBride in Fort Langley. Langley Township fire department was called at 2:12 a.m. and crews from three firehalls (Halls 2, 4 and 8) responded very quickly, said assistant fire chief Pat Walker. When they arrived on the scene, they found the trailer was fully involved. Fortunately for the occupant of the trailer, a neighbour had spotted the fire, banged on the trailer and woke him up. The occupant attempted to extinguish the fire with an extinguisher before fire crews arrived. “At this time, it appears that the cause of the fire was an oil-filled space heater located in the trailer,” Walker said. It’s important to be aware of the operating instructions and manufacturers’ suggested clearances to combustibles, when using portable heating devices. He also said this fire points out the importance of having an operating smoke detector both at home and in recreational vehicles.

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ing to express their feelings municating to the caller that to others is tiring and frus- they understand. trating — even overwhelming. Volunteers are also trained Together, the callers and call- in non-directive problem solvtakers come up with possible ing — “a nice, fancy term for options or next steps. exploring all the different Although there’s no typical possibilities and ideally evalutype of incoming call, volunating the pros and cons for teers have the options,” been trained explains to help in Yurick. most crises She adds — regardless that people of what the often already caller might know what think is a they should crisis. be doing, but It might a crisis may be a chronic have shut the problem, such ideas down. Teddy as a men“They can’t crisis line volunteer tal illness, or scream, they might be a can’t run, spontaneous event, such as the they’re immobilized.” loss of a pet or an unexpected They call the crisis line for medical diagnosis. affirmation. A sudden crisis might proTraining for call-takers is voke a caller’s urge to relapse modeled on apprenticeship, into a previous addiction. and includes classroom teachSometimes they call for a ing, 12 hours in the phone referral to another service in room as observers and multithe area. Often, they are iso- taskers, and at least 12 more lated and just want to talk. hours of practice as call-takers “We’ve been told previously with mentors at their side, by other services that for some before moving on to regular of those callers, the crisis line call-taking. is the only other human voice “We teach the volunteers to they’ve heard all week,” says identify what it is they’re hearFraser Health Crisis Line prac- ing — to understand how it is tice leader Jackie Yurick. to be the caller,” Yurick says. “So in terms of their unbeNot all situations can be lievable isolation and alone- resolved, Yurick admits, but ness, the crisis line is very the callers at least get the important.” sense that they’ve been lisYurick, who joined the for- tened to. mer Surrey Crisis Line as a By the end of the conversavolunteer in 1985, says the tion there’s usually an action call-takers focus on empathy and reflective listening — comcontinued, PAGE 5

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mmigration Minister Jason Kenney is on to something when he suggests that the federal government needs to look at whether it should revoke citizenship from convicted terrorists who have dual Canadian citizenship. He was speaking about the case of a young man from Lebanon who is a suspect in a violent bus bombing in Bulgaria last year that killed five Israeli tourists. The attack was believed to have been carried out by Hezbollah. The man was travelling on a Canadian passport and is a dual Canadian-Lebanese citizen. He has not lived in Canada since he was 12. Kenney suggested that terrorists do not deserve to have Canadian citizenship if they are also citizens of another country and, presumably, don’t even live here. His basic notion is correct. Terrorists do not abide by the rules of law in any country, even those that may shelter them, and are basically at war with anyone or anything they find offensive. The normal rules of law, and even rules of war, cannot be applied to them. However, as some people said in response to Kenney’s comments, terrorism is also very loosely defined. Calling someone a terrorist or an act terrorism can be done far too easily. In the case of dual citizens where there is a conviction of terrorism, or treason, or something else that strikes at Canada’s own nature, there is no good reason why they should be allowed to keep a Canadian passport. There does need to be a proper appeal process so that passports are not removed arbitrarily. Canadian citizenship is not a right, but is a privilege granted to some of those who have come from elsewhere and agree to abide by our laws and way of life. Dual citizenship in itself does present some challenges. In 2006, the government flew back at great expense thousands of citizens from Lebanon, when violence between Hezbollah and Israel broke out. Many of these were dual citizens who had not lived in Canada for years. Why do they deserve taxpayers’ help, when they don’t even pay taxes here? That is a separate problem, and one that is worthy of study. But revoking citizenship from dual citizens convicted of terrorist acts is something that can and should move ahead more quickly. With a proper avenue for appeal, there is no reason it shouldn’t go ahead.

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he ongoing public hearily to apply to Trinity-owned ing on the Trinity Western lands across Glover Road from University university district the campus. Those lands, which From has now been adjourned until do not have nearly the farming the Editor April 15. potential that the Wall property When the matter came up frankbucholtz has, have already been removed at Township council on Monfrom the ALR. day, Feb. 4, much of the discussion centred A university district surrounding TWU will around the associated rezoning of the Wall give the campus an opportunity to expand farm, which is south of the campus and in an orderly way over the next 50 years. It across the Salmon River and railway tracks. has grown substantially from its early days as Plans call for 67 homes to be built in the Trinity Junion College, and it is an important midst of fields there, with a working farm institution in this community. It also is a key surrounding them. economic driver. This contentious development has been While Metro Vancouver is opposed to it, the before council for more than a year, and in reality is the university campus predates the my opinion, it may well drag the entire uniALR and could not easily be relocated. If it is versity district proposal down with it. able to expand to adjacent land which is only How? It’s quite simple. If the NDP are marginally good for agriculture, that seems to elected government in May, as opinion polls make sense. seem to indicate could happen, the AgriculHowever, if an NDP government wants to tural Land Commission will be one of the first take a swipe at TWU (which has been in the agencies scrutizined. The ALC was set up by sights of NDP allies like the B.C. Teachers the NDP government of Dave Barrett and is a Federation in the past), it would find that an touchstone for the party. easy proposition if its university district plans I would be very surprised if an NDP govare interwoven with the Wall property. ernment does not immediately reverse the It would be in TWU’s best interests to disALC decision to allow housing on the Wall sociate the university district from the Wall farm, given that the land remains within the proposal. Let the housing plan stand or fall land reserve. But because of the artificial on its own merits. association between it and the Trinity univerHowever, it would be a negative for this comsity district, which seems to have primarily munity if TWU’s plan to have a large university been at the insistence of Langley Township, district also collapsed. Post-secondary education the university district itself will come under is an important benefit to this community, and far more scrutiny. we are fortunate to have two institutions located Metro Vancouver has already indicated its here. Township council needs to encourage opposition to the district, which is primarboth TWU and Kwantlen expansion plans. www. l a n g l e y t i m e s . com Contact us Main line ........................................... 604-533-4157 Classifieds.......................................... 604-575-5555

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t would appear that more than a few Nanaimo residents subscribe to the theory that thieves are going to break into their motor vehicles no matter what. They seem to think ‘Why not leave it unlocked and avoid a broken window or damaged lock and an increase in insurance premiums?’ But the fact is thieves intent on getting into a vehicle are more likely to smash first rather than try the door handle, so an unlocked car is no guarantee they will be respectful to property while committing a crime. Nanaimo has seen a rise in thefts from vehicles in the last eight weeks, with 375 incidents from Oct. 1 to Feb. 4. And with 50 per cent of those break-ins involving unlocked cars, one can’t blame the Mounties for feeling like they are banging their heads against a brick wall trying to get the message out about crime prevention. Locking your car is only the first step in preventing theft from vehicles. The other is to not leave valuables in your car when you park and walk away from it. Simply stuffing a cellphone, GPS unit or garage door opener under the seat or in the glove compartment isn’t enough. You have to remove the temptation completely. Loose change or the soon-tobe obsolete CDs may not appear to be valuable to some, but to a thief battling a drug addiction, they represent a lower cost for his next fix. The hassle of removing tempting items from your car will seem pretty insignificant if you come back to a parkade and find your driver’s side window smashed. Or even worse, the car stolen. Thieves work on opportunity and convenience and don’t like to waste valuable time for no return. Any reason — such as a locked door — that makes them move on is a no-brainer. —Nanaimo News Bulletin (Black Press) The Langley Times is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent within 45 days to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www. bcpresscouncil.org

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Composting an ugly word for him Editor: I have sent the following letter to Metro Vancouver air quality director Ray Robb: I read the article in The Times (Feb. 5), “Clock ticking on compost decision.” Composting is an ugly word for me, as for about three years my neighbours, family and I were subjected to unbelievable noxious odours from a mushroom factory on 16 Avenue in Langley. There were many telephone calls to your office (the Metro air quality line), telephone calls and meetings with Bill Storie, manager of bylaws and meetings with the

mayor and Township councillors. We were pleading with them to stop this factory from producing these unbelievable smells, but to no avail. I was told by the Metro people that the mushroom factory had “state of the art” composting equipment. You believed them. The death of three workers and severe brain damage to two other workers finally put a stop to the composting operation. You did not stop it. The air quality was atrocious most of the time. You and the Langley Township council did not pay one bit of attention to

all the people who were terribly upset with this facility on 16 Avenue. You have an opportunity now to listen to the 120 people who attended the first meeting on the Glenval Organics proposal. Listen to them, for goodness sake. Would you like to have a composting facility down the block from your house? The place would smell, and you know it. So do your job, move Glenval Organics a few miles east of Chilliwack. Let’s have some air quality in our neighbourhoods. Roger Layton, Langley

Editor: Last time I checked, we lived in an open democracy. I always thought this to mean that, through due process and general, fair and open public consultation, the electorate could vote on and decide issues that face our City and Township. Our elected council acting on our behalf would then manage these issues and spend our tax dollars appropriately. Over the last year, actions by several members of the current Township council and Mayor Jack Froese have raised some alarming red flags that seem to point to a lack of due public process being followed on several important issues facing taxpayers. Time after time in the news lately, I am reading about how special interest groups (such as universities and churches) seem to be operating extremely close to our council, in order to get favoured financial and land deals. I ask, is this not a conflict of interest,

or even illegal? Are church and state not separate in Langley? A recent letter published in The Province newspaper, regarding local land deals and tax spending in relation to Trinity Western University and our current Township council and mayor are incredibly disturbing. Here are a few more recent events to jog your memory: • Fort Langley development was pushed through, despite significant community objection. Who stands to gain from this? Follow the trail of players and see which interest groups they belong to. • Langley Events Centre addition — pushed through council and approved without public consultation for millions of your taxpayer dollars, very quickly. Why? How? • Aldergrove pool and recreation centre project proposal, rapidly pushed through. • Trinity Western University expansion on former ALR land and Wall farm devel-

opment land deals, all tied back directly to our council and mayor. These are also being pushed through, despite considerable public objection. • We’ve had members of the public removed and barred from public council sessions for stating objections to the council and mayor’s questionable actions and policies. Why? This is not democratic. It is our civic right, and part of our due process. There needs to be an immediate investigation of our council and its ties to local special interest groups. There appears to be a serious conflict of interest taking place on our current council. Council is diverting projects, making land deals, and committing large sums of taxpayer dollars directly to those interests, which most certainly do not represent the wishes of the diverse electorate here in Langley. D. Crawford Langley

Editor: I just watched Marketplace on CBC and should like to add my experience regarding hospital parking lots. I am a volunteer with palliative care on the Langley Memorial Hospital site. As you can well imagine, the families and visitors are visiting their loved one or friend when clearly they are at the end of their life. They pay the price of parking for what they judge is adequate time (which is a sad state of affairs). In their grief and sadness, the last thing on their mind is feeding the parking meter, so getting a

ticket adds insult to injury. When I raise the subject with parking attendants I am told “once they know they are going to be parking in the palliative parking lot over some time, they can purchase a parking pass for a nominal fee.” At the best of times, some of us have difficulty navigating the parking meter systems, least of all remembering to feed the meter when time has elapsed. I have also had experience with bringing a family member to emergency when things were more complicated than we

expected. When I went out to put more money in the meter, I saw a woman pleading with the meter attendant to give her a chance to feed the meter, as she had to get change. He refused and gave her a ticket. I never argue with the meter attendant, but I estimate I have paid over $200 for this very thing when my husband was taken to two different hospitals in the Lower Mainland in an emergency situation, over the last year. Faye Causley, Langley

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Free speech threatened Editor: I am writing to express my concern about the recent notice of motion that will soon be under extended discussion at Langley Township council. The crux of the conversation will address whether or not a Township councillor can be restricted to a specific number of notices of motion annually. I understand that Councillor Kim Richter received a legal opinion indicating that such a move would be contrary to the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, but the majority of council voted to continue to consider the matter at a later date. Many of our paid representatives on council seem to believe this is the direction that citizens support. The policies of openness, transparency and free speech, which are the hallmarks of democracy, must be based on concrete principles that reflect what generations have fought and died for. Although there may be merit in fine-tuning the current process, I suggest it is inappropriate to continue to discuss such a flawed proposition. This restriction would largely block an important mechanism through which citizens can have their concerns raised. Any diminishment of this access is problematic. David Eby, former executive director of the B.C. Civil Liberties Association, says attempts to gag those who disagree with you politically “marginalize democratic citizen participation and deliberately treat the most valuable form of individual expression as inappropriate, invasive, threatening and bad, when in fact it is the prohibition on political speech that should have drawn those pejoratives.” P. McNeal, Langley

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Langley man charged in cigarette heists

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A Langley man has been arrested by the Greater Victoria Regional Crime Unit for a rash of cigarette thefts targeting Costco customers. Staff Sgt. Gary Schenk, with the RCU, said in August police in Greater Victoria identified a pattern in high-valued cigarette thefts. “The suspects appear to be watching people make purchases (of cigarettes at Costco), then follow them to see if the opportunity presents to make a theft,” Schenk said. Most often, the suspect would break in to a vehicle left unattended after being loaded with the cigarettes. An investigation revealed 28 nearly identical incidents throughout B.C in 2012., occurring in Saanich, Langford, Nanaimo, Burnaby, Abbotsford, Coquitlam and Kamloops. Since August, more than $20,000 in cigarettes were stolen in half a dozen incidents on Vancouver Island. In total, more than $100,000 worth of cigarettes were stolen. In December 2012, RCU members identified a vehicle suspected of having been used in a number of the thefts, Schenk said. They traced the vehicle, and determined its travel patterns to and from the Island lined up with at least one of the thefts. On Jan. 23, RCU members observed a suspect follow a vehicle from the Nanaimo Costco to an area restaurant. “When the unsuspecting driver entered the restaurant (the suspect) donned a disguise, smashed the window out of the vehicle and stole approximately $3,200 worth of cigarettes which the victims had just purchased at Costco,” Schenk said. RCU members followed the man to the Costco in Courtenay. Once stopped in the parking lot, he was arrested without incident. Christopher Sharafi, 46, was charged with four counts each of mischief under $5,000 and theft under $5,000, two counts of possession of stolen property, and one count each of disguise with intent, possession of break-in instruments, and fail to comply with conditions of recognizance. The investigation continues, and Schenk says more charges are anticipated. “We’ve linked all 28 events by the fact the cigarettes were recently purchased from Costco and were stolen, and it appears the victims were followed. We’re actively working to charge him with as many of them as the evidence will allow,” he said. Given the amount of cigarettes that were stolen, along with “past experience and streetlevel intelligence,” Schenk says RCU members believe the smokes were being sold on a cigarette black market. “We’re talking about cigarette volumes too great for any individual use or consumption. We definitely think they’re being resold,” he said.

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At this point, however, that hasn’t been confirmed and only the cigarettes stolen on Jan. 23 have been recovered. “This is a very significant arrest, just by the scope of the investigation, the dollar value of the stolen property, and just the fact that this guy’s been offending in the province for the length of time that he has,” Schenk said. “We’re very pleased to have finally made an arrest on an offender that was preying on innocent and unsuspecting small business people.”

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A proposed heavy truck repair facility for the 9700 block of 203 Street has been approved, despite opposition from neighbours concerned about noise. Both sides got to make their case to the Township of Langley council a week before before the decision, which was made Monday, Feb. 4. Resident Rob Dekam said people living nearby were concerned that the sound tests carried out for the shop owner only show the facility won’t exceed the average allowable noise limits. The tests don’t allow for “annoyance” noise — sudden peaks generated by the big trucks and the shop tools, Dekam told the Jan. 28 session. He presented a second noise assessment prepared for the residents by a consultant who recommended against the facility, citing potential noise problems posed by things like truck back-up beepers and shop air wrenches. The residents’ consultant also said the design — a proposed noise fence for the site — is not high enough at four metres to keep noise away from second-floor suites in the area. Dekam urged council to have another noise study carried out by an independent third party. “We would like another opinion,” Dekam said. Pacific Truck Development owner John Williams said he

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Design of $250,000 noise containment fence for a heavy truck repair facility in the 9700 block of 203 Street. The project was approved Monday, over the objections of some residents. a borrowed money to buy the property and the delays in approval caused by the residents objections could cost him as much as $1 million. “The bank is kind of wondering what we’re doing with it [the property],” Williams said. The proposed $250,000 noise fence is not required under Township zoning regulations, Williams noted. The company has gone “over and above our responsibility” to mitigate noise, Williams said, and he would not consider raising his noise fence any higher. “I didn’t want to feel that we’re in a prison on our own property that we just paid $10 million for,” Williams said. When the matter came back to council for a decision Mon-

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agan regional districts already have depot-only glass drop off and don’t want to be forced to add it to curbside pickup programs. The change would be an advantage for Surrey, where residents are on single-stream recycling. Homes there don’t sort recyclables but jumble them all in the same blue box and they’re sorted at a highly automated plant. Glass contamination of other materials is a bigger risk under such single-stream systems than in ones where residents separate streams, Langdon said, adding the switch would improve the amount and value of other material being recycled. Langdon said Multi Material BC takes no position on whether single-stream recycling is better, adding cities that act as contractors would be free to continue with either system. Curbside pickup for all other types of packaging and printed materials. Critics say that because glass is one of the lowest value recyclables, a depot-only system that makes it harder for residents to return it will cut curbside collection costs and save the industry group money — but at a cost to the environment. “They’re just high grading,” Burnaby Mayor Derek Corrigan said. “They’re just trying to pick out what’s worth the most money out of the box.” Corrigan said the intent of the new system should be to maximize recycling, not focus on saving industry members money by cutting corners on usability. Multi Material BC, which includes retailers, grocers, restaurants and newspapers, is a non-profit agency charged by the province with formulating a stewardship plan to collect and recycle all types of packaging and printed materials — including everything that now goes in blue boxes plus package types not currently collected. Its packaging stewardship program is the latest in the province’s efforts to make industry groups take back and deal with the waste they generate. Multi Material BC intends to offer collection contracts first to cities or local recycling societies that already do it. If they don’t accept the price the agency offers, it would seek other contractors, or set up its own fleet of trucks to pick up material.

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tor of BBBS Langley. Citing the findings of a national survey commissioned by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada, Reeves noted that more than 40 per cent of bullied Canadians believe they would have benefitted from having a volunteer mentor, such as a Big Brother or Big Sister, to provide support. And a strong majority of Canadians — 78 per cent — believe that not enough is being done to stop bullying in their communities, the survey indicates. “Clearly there is strong support for action to reduce bullying and its harmful effects on our communities,” said Reeves. “We invite the citizens of Langley to make a positive impact by participating or donating to Bowl for Kids’ Sake.” People and businesses can donate to the Bowl for Kids Sake campaign, sign up as a sponsor or with a team or individual by visiting www. bbbslangley.com. People who want to help put a stop to bullying may also contact the local agency at 604530-5055 for information about Bowl for Kids Sake events and other agency services.

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our young girls were happily picking and fretting their guitars along to a Taylor Swift song last Thursday in a quiet room at Aldergrove’s St. Dunstan’s Anglican Church. Their instructor Tristan Paxton patiently guided them through the chords and notes to the current pop chart hit for the hour-long lesson. The four music students, like several others in the Langley and Abbotsford area, are receiving professional-quality instruction at no charge, thanks to the fledgling Music Access Society. The non-profit society, based in Aldergrove, was founded late last year by Anne Guite and John Briner with the aim of providing a top-notch music instruction program to youths who could not otherwise afford such a program. Thanks to the many donors who’ve stepped up with gifts of money, free meeting space and instruments, and fundraising events organized by Guite and Briner, the program has taken off.

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“We’ve had a lot of instruments donated, people have been very generous,” said Guite. “The principal of Blacklock elementary school donated several keyboards which are used by 15 students at our program in the Al Anderson pool meeting room — and the room was donated by the City of Langley.” Long & McQuade, Tapestry Music and Ryan and Stephanie Langford are also sponsors of the MAS programs in Abbotsford, Aldergrove and Langley. In addition, Langley Rotary and Kinsmen clubs have pledged funding for the program. Parents are required to register the students but the only cost is a $25 refundable deposit for any instruments which are loaned. The instructors are also screened for criminal records by the society to ensure the safety of the students. “The families are not down-and-out, but they simply don’t have any money for extras, whether it’s soccer or music or whatever. “This program gives them a healthy alternative to video games,” said Guite. For information see their website www. musicaccesssociety.com or call 604-259-8452.

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Saturday • Osteoporosis Canada Langley Branch Monthly support group meeting Feb. 18, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Langley Seniors Centre, 20605 51B Ave. Topic: Managing Your Medications, Calcium and Vitamin D. Everyone welcome. • Widows and Widowers Group meets Saturdays 10 a.m. at the Mocha Room, 203 Street and Fraser for coffee and conversation. For more information, call 604-510-2610. • Sahaj Marg Meditation invites you to learn more about its heart-centered meditation practice. Introductory talks held in Langley every Saturday. Please phone or email for time and location. Judith 604-510-9787 or divinetraveller@gmail.com.

Monday • Memory and Aging Find out how memory functions and how it changes as we age. Learn tips for maintaining and improving memory, and how to recognize when to seek professional help. A Council of Senior Citizens Organizations of BC (COSCO) talk. At the Muriel Arnason Library 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Feb. 20 and the Brookswood Library 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 22. • Langley Concert Band meets Monday nights 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the band room at R.E. Mountain Secondary School, 7755 202A St. Always accepting new members with at least one year’s experience. For more info, email langleyconcertband@gmail.com. • Chess Club meets Mondays at 7 p.m. at the Brookswood Seniors Centre. For more info call Hugh at 604-530-4693. • Port Kells Art Club meets for classes every Monday except holidays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Port Kells Art Club, 20701 Fraser Hwy.

tueSday • Living Well, Driving Well BCAA Road Safety Foundation public education presentation at Langley Lodge, 5451 204 St. Feb. 19, 3 p.m. Increase your awareness about the effects of driving and aging. A self-assessment tool will be provided and discussion about physical changes that can affect our ability to drive safely. RSVP Dayna at 604-532-4241 or email ddriscoll@ langleylodge.org. • Langley Toastmasters 2743 meets every Tuesday at 6:45 p.m. in the CFK Conference room at Langley City Hall, second floor, 20399 Douglas Cres. For more info, call Derek at 604329-6408 or visit langley.toastmastersclubs. org. • Langley Newcomers and Friends is open to women of all ages and meets at the W.C. Blair Recreation centre on the first Tuesday of every month at 7:15 p.m. Contact Cyndy Smith at 604-530-3924 or Donna Stark at 604-5303844 or langleynewcomers@hotmail.com. • Langley Lions Bingo, every Tuesday night at the Evergreen Lodge, in the hall, at 5464 203 St. Doors open at 4 p.m., Bonanza pre-call at 5:30 p.m., cards sold at 6 p.m., start time 7 p.m., light concession opens 5 p.m.

WedneSday • Valentine Crafts Feb. 13, 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the City of Langley Library. Join the library staff in creating something special for friends and family. All supplies will be provided. Call 604-514-2855 or visit us at 20399 Douglas Cres. to register. • Classics Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Murrayville Library. Please phone the library to register for this free program at 604-5330339. • Housing Workshop on Cohousing Feb. 13, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Langley Seniors

Resource and Recreation Centre, 20605 -51B Ave. Pre-register by calling 604-5303020. Drop-ins welcome. Open to the public and free of charge. • Free Education/Information Session on Successful Aging Feb. 20, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Langley Seniors Centre, 20605 51B Ave. (Activity Room) Fraser Health’s Home Health is offering a two hour session that will focus on various topics to help seniors, their family and care providers learn what resources are available to help people live at home. Please pre-register by phoning 604-530-3020 or email info@lsrs.ca to avoid disappointment as space is limited. • Opus One Women’s Ensemble meets 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the choir room at R.E. Mountain Secondary School 7755 202A St. This threepart women’s choir accepts new members (no experience necessary) throughout the year. No audition. Email: opusonewe@gmail.com. • Langley Quilters Guild meets the fourth Wednesday of every month at George Preston Recreation Centre, 20699 42 Ave. Day meeting is noon to 3 p.m.; evening meeting is 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Contact Nancy Walker at 604-534-1013 or www.langleyquiltersguild.com.

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riday night may very well be a dream come true for Brenden Dillon, but it has been a long time in the making. “I definitely have the 15th circled on my calendar,” he admitted. “It should be pretty fun.” Dillon, a 22-year-old from Surrey, was referring to the Dallas Stars’ upcoming visit to Rogers Arena on Feb. 15. “You grow up watching the Canucks and going to a couple of games, and seeing how special that was, see all the guys out on the ice,” he said in a phone interview on Jan. 31. “So it will definitely be a dream come true being out there.” The day before speaking with The Times, Dillon had registered his first NHL fight, when he scrapped with Detroit’s Jordin Tootoo. And while that may have been a milestone in Dillon’s brief NHL career, he one-upped it the very next game against Phoenix when he registered an assist, scored his first career goal, and then completed the Gordie Howe hat trick with a scrap. And fighting might be an apt description for Dillon’s journey to the NHL. “Looking back, I have always had that chip on my shoulder,” he said. “Wanting to prove people wrong and just show that I can be a player one day.” Dillon tale is of the classic late-bloomer. A defenceman in the Surrey Minor Hockey Association, Dillon was bypassed in the Western Hockey League’s bantam draft. When Dillon was 15 he spent the summer training with Impact Hockey Development, a Langley-based program run by Tim Preston and Tyler Chambers. “They did a really good job that summer of making me into a stronger player and a better hockey player,” Dillon said. He attended a tryout camp for the junior B Hope Icebreakers of the PIJHL and landed a roster spot. At five-foot-two — not exactly what scouts are drooling over — Dillon went through a growth spurt and now, seven years later, he is six-foot-three and 228 pounds. “Tim has meant so much to me from right when I met him to even now, every summer, I will continue to go back,” Dillon said. “It is such a good program.” Following one season in Hope, Dillon landed a spot with the Seattle Thunderbirds of the Western Hockey League, coincidentally, the same organization Preston played for from 1997 to 2002. Preston was a third-round NHL draft pick of the Buffalo Sabres in 1999 who played half a season in the ECHL (East Coast Hockey League). Dillon became a mainstay on the Thunderbirds blue-line and was listed by NHL Central Scouting as the 91st ranked North American skater for the 2009 draft. Once again, he was not chosen.

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Dallas Stars’ Brenden Dillon corrals the puck during a Jan. 28 game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Dillon, who is from Surrey, and his Stars teammates will be in Vancouver to face the Canucks at Rogers Arena on Friday (Feb. 15). Undeterred, Dillon kept plugging away and in his final junior campaign in 2010/11, he racked up eight goals and 51 assists in 72 games. He was also the team captain. Dillon said his time in the WHL was vital in helping him prepare for life as a pro hockey player. “You see how grueling the schedule is, the travel is, so many games in a low amount of time,” he said. “But I always had it in the back of my mind that maybe I could play pro one day.” Dillon said a dozen or so teams were interested in him, but he met with Dallas first, and they offered him a free agent contract. He joined the organization’s American Hockey League affiliate Texas Stars for the 2011 playoffs and then spent the full season last year with Texas. He did get called up for one game last April and made his NHL debut against St. Louis in the regular season finale. “It is pretty tough to put into words,” he recalled about what he felt that night. “You think about from when I first put on my skates to play in the NHL, the best league in the world and the best players in the world, it was a dream come true and probably something I will never forget.” He played nearly 20 minutes that night, registering a game-high six shots, four hits and three blocked shots. But for this lockout-shortened season, Dillon has been with the big club from day one and making an impact.

He is paired with Stephane Robidas, a 35-year-old in his 12th NHL season and with more than 800 games on his resume. Dillon has also been living with Robidas. “He has got all the tools you can ask for in a defenceman,” Robidas said on the Stars website. “He’s got the size, he’s got the speed, he can move the puck, he can shoot it, he can be physical and he can fight. “You can pretty much throw him in any situation. He’s got the whole package.” Through the season’s first 11 games, Dillon has two points and is a plus-one in 18:26 of ice time per game. His ice time is third on the team. Dillon said he never had a problem staying positive. “I have a good group of people around me, from my trainers, to my parents and coaches, who really mentored me to have the ‘don’t quit’ attitude,” he said. “That is something that has stuck with me: hard work will always help you, especially at this level. “Guys are so talented, so good, any extra work or mental toughness or whatever you can use to help yourself, gives you an advantage.” Preston, who talks to Dillon two or three times a week, will be at Rogers Arena on Friday watching the game. “Just watching him go through the ups and downs and growing pains of being in hockey … he was a kid who never stopped trying, never stopped believing in himself,” Preston said.

“He just loved the game and would do whatever it took to improve and develop. “The biggest thing is he never stopped believing in himself and neither did his parents.” And Preston says that Dillon serves as a great example for both young players and their parents. Parents and players need to understand that just because a kid is drafted at 15 or plays rep hockey, that they are not always on the fast track to success. “A lot of parents don’t understand that this is a journey, it is not a sprint or a marathon,” he said. Too often he hears from parents who question whether putting the effort in to take the next step in development is worth it and the players don’t believe they will make it. “A lot of times those kids stop chasing their dream because the hill is too far, it is too big of a mountain to climb,” Preston said. “I never made it quite as far in hockey as I wanted and there are different reasons for that, but I always felt I gave it everything that I had so I never had any ‘what ifs.’” “Brenden had a plan and he had goals and aspirations; he knew his hard work and his determination and his desire would pay off,” he said. “He has absolutely dedicated his life to hockey since he was 15 years old.” — with files from Mark Stepneski/ Dallas Stars

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Take green action Little changes in their every day lives can help students reduce their environmental impact and “take green action for the Earth.” That was the message delivered by a pair of B.C. Lions football players, Jason Arakgi and Jon Hameister-Ries, who visited Walnut Grove’s James Kennedy Elementary on Jan. 25. The players were speaking to the students as part of the FortisBC Energy Champions program. The program is designed for elementary school children and emphasizes the importance of teaching students to make little changes in their every day lives which will help reduce their environmental footprint. This is the fourth year of the program and in 2012 alone, it visited 75 elementary schools throughout the province. In addition to visiting James Kennedy Elementary that day, the players also stopped at Fort Langley Elementary and Alex Hope Elementary.

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The Langley Rivermen have landed a player with some hockey bloodlines with the commitment of forward Darien Craighead for the 2013/14 season. Craighead, who turns 16 on March 7, plays for the Valley West Hawks of the B.C. Major Midget Hockey League and is third on the team in scoring with 16 goals and 30 points in 34 games. Craighead is the son of former pro hockey player John Craighead, who played more than 600 games professionally — including one season for the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1996/97. “It is one of those things where we believe in bloodlines,” said Rivermen coach and general manager Bobby Henderson. “We have been pretty close with their family

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for a number of years and it has given me plenty of opportunity to watch Darien play. “He has put in a lot of hard work in the past couple of years and we believe he is on the right track to becoming an elite player. “If you watch Darien play, you can very much tell he has had great coaching and guidance from his father. “Just by talking to him, you notice right away he is willing to learn and is a student of the game.” The Surrey native is a five-foot-10 150pound right-winger. “I am very excited about becoming a member of the Rivermen,” he said. “I have practiced with them a couple of times this year and being around that type of environment was

really neat and it has always been a dream of mine to play for Langley.” Craighead describes himself as more of a playmaker, although this is the first season he has more goals than assists. “I think I can see the ice fairly well out there and can shoot the puck pretty good for the most part,” he said. “For me, I am used to putting up assists, but this year has been different and the puck has been going in more.”

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ALL JOBS Big or Small. Panels, lighting, plugs, fans, hot tubs etc. Guaranteed work. 604-539-0708 Cell 604-537-1773 (Lic. 26110)

CALL NOW! 604-312-5362

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

Now is the time to get the jobs done that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been putting off

C & C Electrical Mechanical â&#x20AC;˘ ELECTRICAL â&#x20AC;˘ FULL PLUMBING SERVICES â&#x20AC;˘ HVAC GAS FITTING *Free Est. *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service

604-475-7077 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

GRAHAMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EXCAVATING

H Bath & Kitchen Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s H Sundecks, Patios, Doors & Mouldings H Full Basement Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for that Mortgage Helper â&#x153;ą Licensed, Full Service Contractor with over 25 years exp & all available trades. Many refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Unbeatable prices & exc quality. .Hayden Painting 778-229-0236 Family Owned & Operated

Additions, Home Improvements Restorations, Renovations, & New Construction. Specializing in Concrete, Forming, Framing & Siding. 604-218-3064 DIAMOND CUT CERAMIC TILE ceramic tiles, marble, slate, natural stone & laminate floors. Bath renos. 604.725.4617 diamond_cut@live.ca

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EDUCATION

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Sick and tired of your kitchen or bathroom? Let Valley One Renovations Make it BETTER! From design to the final clean and polish: we take care of it all. Call for your free no obligation quote. 'VMMZ JOTVSFE 8$# SFH t 0WFS ZFBST FYQFSJFODF 1FUFS t valleyone@shaw.ca

(604)533-9108

EDUCATION

PRESSURE WASHING

GUTTER CLEANING ONLY $95. Pressure Washing; driveways, sidewalks, siding, etc. 604.861.6060

~ Excavation, Clearing ~ ~ Drainage, Final Grading ~ Free Estimates, 20 years exp. Fully Insured/WCB

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â&#x20AC;˘ Hvac Gas Fitting â&#x20AC;˘ Electrical *Free Est. *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service

C & C Electrical Mechanical

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

www.PitStopLoans.com 604-777-5046

FULL PLUMBING SERVICES

GET the BEST for your MOVING From $40/hr Licensed & Insured Senior Discount 778-773-3737

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

Borrow Up To $25,000

EDUCATION

Repairs & Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Sundecks & Additions, New Homes

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

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE

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SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR,

UNIQUE CONCRETE DESIGN

Cash same day, local office.

PLUMBING

604-537-4140

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

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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

$45/Hr

From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

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

Own A Vehicle? No Credit Checks!

MOVING & STORAGE

Ross 604D535D0124

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AFFORDABLE MOVING

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

damaged concrete. Ken 604-532-0662

â&#x20AC;˘ Home Dinner Parties â&#x20AC;˘ Meetings â&#x20AC;˘ Funerals â&#x20AC;˘ Weddings â&#x20AC;˘ B-B-Ques â&#x20AC;˘ Birthdays â&#x20AC;˘ Anniversaries

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

SAMCON BUILDING. Complete renos, decks, kitchens & baths, from start to finish. All trades available. Over 25 years experience. Call Derek (604)720-5955 www.samconbuilding.com

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

Borrow Against Your Vehicle!

The successful candidate must have experience in Forestry road building and/or Civil construction. Offering competitive wages and career advancement for the right individuals

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SEMI-RETIRED contractor will do small concrete jobs. Patioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, sidewalks, drivewayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Re & re old or

threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca

Jakes Construction Ltd has openings for experienced

LEGAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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604.510.6689 20437 Douglas Crescent Langley Hot Towels/Stone Body Treatment. Pre book 20-30% off 604.230.4444

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CRIMINAL RECORD? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

Deep Tissue & Relaxation Massage & Skin Care

â&#x153;°â&#x153;° SIMPLY THE BEST â&#x153;°â&#x153;° Swedish Massage Designed 4 U

PERSONAL SERVICES

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EDUCATION

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EDUCATION

langleytimes.com HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

RECYCLE-IT! JUNK REMOVAL

• Estate Services • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses • More

Recycled Earth Friendly HOT TUBS ARE NO PROBLEM! On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

373B

TILING

OVER 15yrs exp. installing ceramic,porcelain,stone tile.visit www.futuristichomeservices.com

374

TREE SERVICES

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

PETS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

MISC. FOR SALE

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

SAWMILLS from only $3997 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.

REAL ESTATE 603

FOR SALE BY OWNER

CHILLIWACK 3 lots for sale on Promontory Hill, nice view. Can build 3 storey house. $199K each assessment value. 604-719-7428

627

HOMES WANTED

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

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

751

LANGLEY CITY CTR, lower 1/2, pri entr, 1 bdrm, bright, 800 sf, Carport, storage. Now. $850. (604)807-5848

752

FREE: heat, h/w, cable TV, laundry & parking. No Pets BACHELOR, 1 & 2 BDRMS. SENIORS, ADULT ORIENTED

Villa Fontana & Stardust

HOMES FOR RENT

ALDERGROVE 3 bdrm house and 1 bdrm suite. Avail now. Please call 778-668-0500, 604-626-0700.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

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

LANGLEY

RIVERSIDE GARDENS FAMILY COMPLEX 3 Bd Townhomes avail now and 2 Bd Townhomes avail March 1 Close to shopping, schools, parks & transit. Outdoor pool & Resident Manager. Some pets ok. #36 – 5210 203 Street, Langley. MILNER 21767-61 Ave. Nice large 2 bdrm T/H, secure quiet country setting on 3 acres. N/S. Sm pet ok. $1090/mo. Mar 1. (604)856-6967

TRANSPORTATION

Rainbow & Majorca Betsy - 604-533-6945

810

Notice is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of Nellie Doreen Simpson, also known as Nellie Simpson, late of 102 5375 205th Street, Langley, B.C. V3A 7V7, deceased, who died on October 28, 2009, are hereby required to send particulars of their claims to the executors at c/o 401 - 815 West Hastings St., Vancouver, BC V6C 1B4 before April 2, 2013, after which date the executors will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it having regard only to the claims of which they have notice. Vancouver City Saving Credit Union and Melanie Jane Cherbonneau, Executors by Davis LLP Their Solicitors

Call 604.532.2036

Michael - 604-533-7578

CALL FOR AVAILABILITY

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

TOWNHOUSES

LANGLEY 203 St., 3 bdrm, 2 baths, F/P, amenities room, swim pool, hottub, exercise room, etc. Immed. $1600/mo incl h.wtr. (604)556-0177

LANGLEY Glen Valley - 264/88th. 2 Bdr mobile home w/d, avail now. $1000.778-549-3930/604-607-0033

736

845 The Scrapper

ALDERGROVE. 3 bdrm T/H. 1.5 bths. Fncd yd. fam.complex. $1050 & up. Sm dog ok. 778- 551-2696.

LANGLEY: 4 Bdrm Mobile home + addition on 1 acre farm setting. $1600/mo. Feb 1. (604)534-6017.

LANGLEY CITY APARTMENTS ON 201A

TRANSPORTATION

SUITES, UPPER

ALDERGROVE. 3 BDRM UPPER, $1100 + 2/3 utils. Mar 1. Sep laundry. N/S, N/P. 604-856-5527.

3 BDRM mobile home on acreage in Aldergrove,owner lives onsite 1200 plus utilities. Ref required. 604-809-3847

If you would consider selling your property of 3 Acres or more and want maximum value, send the details to: randyd@portraithomes.ca

625

715

RENTALS

LANGLEY, central. Clean 3 bdrm. insuite lndry, close to parks, shops & schools, fenced yard. Avail now. N/P. $950 + util. 604-754-0704

3 BDRM mobile home on acreage in Aldergrove, owner lives onsite $1200 plus utilities. Ref required. 604-809-3847

DEVELOPMENT LAND WANTED

There will be no pressure and no obligation, but let’s discuss possibilities.

RENTALS

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS

ACREAGE

Tuesday, February 12, 2013 A31

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

AUTO FINANCING

LANGLEY CITY

CHESTNUT PLACE

Apartments 20727 Fraser Highway

1 & 2 Bedrooms avail incl heat/hot water/cable Criminal record check may be req’d.

Ph: 604-533-4061

456

FEED & HAY

Langley

MIXED SPECIES HOG FUEL 1” minus mixed berry mulch, Red Cedar coarse hog fuel Phone R.J. Caplette 604-856-6500

477

CLAYMORE APTS * RENTAL INCENTIVES * 1 bdrms avail immediately & 2 bdms avail. immediately and March 1. Close to shopping, schools & transit. Some pets ok.

PETS

BEAUTIFUL ST. BERNESE PUPS $750 Healthy, Happy, 1st shots, Vet Check Ready to go Feb. 22/13 www.stbernese.com (604)750-0480 BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOGS, pure bred at Diesel Kennel, 3 male, $1500. each. Call (604)869-5073 BORDER COLLIE X, born Dec 5th, ranch raised, getting lots of atten. $350. Carol 604-316-4668 or email: carol@blackdiamondranch.ca CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CHIHUAHUAS, tiny tea cup puppies, blonde & white, M/F, 8 weeks, ready now. $700. 604-794-7347 ENGLISH Bulldogs, 8 weeks, 2 female, 1 male. Not reg. $1800. zsjerome@hotmail.com, chilliwack

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

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES • DIFFICULTY SELLING ? • Difﬁculty Making Payments? No Equity? Expired Listing? Penalty? We Take Over Payments! No Fees! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663 GET SMART WITH YOUR EQUITY! Consolidate Debts! Purchases & Reﬁnances 2.65% Variable 2.99% 5 yr. Fixed Call For Details! Martinique Walker, AMP Mortgage Broker Specialist Verico Assent Mortgage Corp. Call: 604.984.9159 Toll Free: 866.984.9159

ITALIAN MASTIFF(Cane Corso) P/B blues, ready to go, 1st shots, tails/dew claws done. Ultimate family guardian $800 (604)308-5665

3” USA Plastic money KEYCHAIN $5, $10, $20, $50, $100. $5/each..................... 778-239-9517

548

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

551

GARAGE SALES

ESTATE Sale: Sat Feb 16. 10 to 3 pm. 20384 41a Ave, Langley. Antique Glass & Dishes; and some Household furniture.

560

MISC. FOR SALE

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

The Village at Thunderbird Centre Deluxe 2 bdrm suites available. Large balconies, fireplace, in-suite laundry. No Pets. Live, shop, work & play all in one location. Next to Colossus Theater (200th & #1 Hwy).

Call 604-881-7111 thunderbirdvillage@bentallkennedy.com

www.bentallkennedyresidential.com www.ThunderbirdVillage.ca

Bentall Kennedy (Canada) LP

LIMERICK MANOR Near Langley City Hall & shops Bachelor suite - $635 1 bdrm - $720 - $750/month 2 bdrm - $870/month Inc. heat/storage/parking Adult oriented Sorry - no pets By appt - call 604 - 514 - 1480

Northland Apartments 19777 Willowbrook Dr., Langley

AVAILABLE NOW!

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

55 and older, 1 bedroom suites. 2 bedroom handicapped unit. Smoke free/no pets

S. Surrey, 2603 151 St. Call Mon-Fri btwn 9am-noon.

604-538-8308 ALDERGROVE, Avail imm. 1 bdrm. NS/NP. $670/mo. Coin lndry in bldg. Call DAVE, 604-328-4461 LANGLEY 2/bdrm apt. Very nice & clean. Laminate floor. N/S, N/P. 2 car pkng. $950/mo. Avail immed. 604-266-1292. LANGLEY: 5530 - 208 St. Quiet, clean, spacious 2 bdrm. 4 Appls, ht/wtr, prkg incl. $885/mo. Res. Mgr. N/S, N/P. Avail Mar 1st. Call 604534-1114 between 9am - 8pm. LANGLEY CITY 1-bdrm apt. Clean, crime free bldg. Incl. heat, n/p, refs. req’d. $710. 604-530-6384. WALNUT GROVE 2 br + den exec condo, 2bth, ns $1295. 6app. fp, prkg, sm pet. 604-319-7416

LANGLEY City. Large priv 1/2 acre, 2800 s/f 3 bdr + den, 2.5 bth, rec reno’s. Feb 1st. $1800. 604-534-0306 MURRAYVILLE 3 BED, 2 BATH 1600sf Upper Suite Mar 1. $1700 mth. Walking distance from school. Lg back yard/sundeck/garage. May consider pets. On Benz Cres off Old Yale Road. Email janetwallick@hotmail.com or call 604-3154435 MURRAYVILLE, 42/224, 4 bdrm house $1400/mo. Avail March 1. Susan 604-805-0579

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OFFICE/RETAIL

ALDERGROVE, Downtown. Newly reno office space. Approx 600 sqft. Call for details, David,604-328-4461

CALL 604-533-7710

ALDERGROVE: 1 & 2Bd bsmt stes. Nr both schls, bus & shops. Immed. N/P. $550 & $725. 604-628-2200

750

SUITES, LOWER

NEW SPECIAL

ALDERGROVE Bright lrg 2 bdrm grnd lvl. $900/m hydro inc. Ns/np. Avl now. Bus service for school. 604-857-9835/ 604-825-0506.

604-530-0030

BROOKSWOOD - 1 bdrm suite in sep. blding fm house. 1 parking, gas stove, fridge, shower (no tub), laminate flr. Part. furnished or not. Suit 1 mature person. Police check/ref’s req’d. $795 incl. util. N/S. Avail. Feb.1. 604-813-2941

1/2 Month Free + $200 Gift Card Lrg, reno’d Bach, 1, 2 & 3 Bdrms Heat & Hot Water incl. Walk Score = 75 www.cycloneholdings.ca

Affordable Housing for Seniors

LANGLEY CITY 3 bdrm rancher, fncd bckyd, lots of strg, prkg, ldry rm. $1400/mo 604-897-1173

Newer building, secure entry, 5 appl’s including insuite washer and dryer, a/c, electric f/p, u/g prkg & balconies. No pets CLOSE TO SHOPPING, Superstore & Willowbrook mall.

PARK TERRACE APTS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE UNDER $100

LANGLEY

1 & 2 BDRM APTS

Lab/Shepherd/Rotti x pups, 3M/3F. vet check, dewormed, ready to go, $495. Call 604-864-1004. MULTI POM puppies, 2 F, 1 M, 7 weeks old. Ready to go. All shots. $550. obo. Phone 604-825-2271. 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

523

5374 - 203rd St, Langley Call 604-533-9780

TOWN & COUNTRY APARTMENTS 5555 208th Street, Langley Studio - 1 & 2 bdrms. Indoor swimming pool and rec facility. Includes heat & 1 parking stall. No pets

Phone 604-530-1912 Take a walk through the Classifieds for the best bargains around! bcclassified.com Phone 604-575-5555

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL BROOKSWOOD COMMERCIAL LEASE spaces available at 208th Street and 40th Ave. Sizes 7002100 s.f. $1500 - $4500. Call Frank @ Noort Investments 604-835-6300 or Nick @ 604-526-3604.

CRESCENT PARK, quiet area close to park and beach - 1200 sf upper suite, 3 bdrm, 2 full bath with gas f/p, private deck and garden plus storage shed. Shared laundry, N/S, N/P. $1550/mo. + utils, avail Mar 1. 604-809-4879 (day), 5426586 (eve). Ft Langley 1 bdrm on priv acreage. Trail at doorstep resp quiet person ns/np $750 incl util (604) 818-0535. LANGLEY: 19794 - 68B AVE. Brand new 2 bdrm bsmt ste 900 sf $900/mo. incl everything. n/p, n/s. (778)549-8532 or 604-427-4532 LANGLEY attractive modern 1bdrm suite, priv laundry, suit 1, mountain view, Christian home, ns/np, Mar15 $725 incl utils/net. 604-530-8467. LANGLEY: Sunny 2 bdrm bsmt g/l suite, sep. entr. Located in Murrayville. Full kitch & l/r. with gas f/p. Shr lndry. Utils, cbl & wi-fi inc. Very safe, quiet & friendly neighborhood. 10 min to Willowbrook Mall, 5 mins to Kwantlen University. 10 Min to TWU. n/s, n/p pls. Refs req. Avail. immed. $900/mo. (604)514-1073

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-961-7022

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

YOU ARE IN CONTROL 2008 Volkswagen City Golf $13,500. 4 door hatchback, ext black, Int Black grey, Engine 2.0 4cyl. Trans. Manual 5spd. Mint Condition. 1 owner - only 46,000 km 604-250-0101 2008 VW GOLF City, 5 spd manual, silver, 85,000k. a/c, p/w, $7300/firm (604)538-9257

830

MOTORCYCLES

THE ONE, THE ONLY authorized Harley-Davidson technician training program in all of Canada. You’ll work on all types of HD bikes. Quality instruction and state-of-theart training aids. GPRC Fairview Campus, Fairview Alberta. 1-888999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview.

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETS WITH DOLLAR DEALS 604-575-5555

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• The Langley Times • Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Langley Farm Market CLEMENTINE

LOCAL AMBROSIA

product of California (2 lb. bag)

product of BC ($1.72 kg)

MANDARIN

APPLES

2 for 5

PINEAPPLE product of Hawaii

$ 00

MIXED COLOUR

$ 99

lb.

PEPPER

CAULIFLOWER

MUSHROOMS

product of California (1.50)

$ 99

product of BC ($3.70 kg)

$ 68

ea.

lb.

CRÉME CRACKERS

SPRITZER

200 g

Assorted 4 x 311 ml

$ 99 ea. FRESH IS BEST SALSA & COMPANY

TRI-COLOR TORTILLA CHIPS 325 g

$ 99 ea.

lb.

JACOB'S

SANTA CRUZ

ea.

WHITE

DOLE

product of Mexico (2 lb. bag)

DOLE

ea.

PANDA

RASPBERRY LICORICE BOX 200 g

2 for 5

$ 00

Prices in effect Tues. Feb. 12 - Sun. Feb. 17, 2013. While Quantities Last