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Sarah Massah Staff Reporter
Nearly a dozen medical marijuana advocates took to the streets outside South Surrey-White Rock-Cloverdale MP Russ Hiebert’s constituency office Thursday morning. BC Cannabis Partners Campaign members David Hutchinson and Joy Davies were among the participants who braved the rain, bearing signs protesting the federal government’s new medicinal pot system, which they said would restrict availability to users ❝We just want to and raise prices. Under the new be able to afford the medication system – which that works for us.❞ the federal government hopes to Joy Davies fully implement advocate by March 31, 2014 – the government will no longer produce and distribute medicinal marijuana or allow production to take place in homes, “opening up the market to companies which meet strict security requirements,” a release states. However, Davies argued, by allowing the private sector to control the medicinal marijuana market, prices will rise. Currently, medicinal marijuana costs about $5 per gram. Under the proposed changes the price could rise to about $8.80 a gram. “We need to draw the attention to this and get changes made,” Davies said. “The new regulations are hurting us more than the old ones were.” The 64-year-old Semiahmoo Peninsula resident, who began using medicinal marijuana a decade ago following a car accident that left her with chronic fibromyalgia, said that without affordable access to see page 2
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David Hutchinson (right) joins protesters outside MP Russ Hiebert’s South Surrey office Thursday, to voice concern over proposed changes to federal medicinal-marijuana regulations.
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Police are now investigating the eighth murder of the year in Surrey, following the discovery of charred remains just after noon Sunday near 121 Street and Colebrook Road. At press time Monday, police had not yet determined the race or gender of the remains. The discovery was made just two blocks from where the body of 26-year-old Jaskaran Singh Sandhu was found on Jan. 28, and just days after that of missing man Vimal Chand was found in a car near Hyland Elementary school, at 66 Avenue and 140 Street. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) has taken conduct of both investigations. “Initial details and observations by the attending officers indicate that this is a homicide,” Cpl. Bari Emam said of the latest find. “We are only hours into this investigation and cannot confirm the gender or the identity of the victim.” The circumstances surrounding Chand’s death have also not been determined. The 29-year-old Surrey man was reported missing Feb. 17. His body was found Wednesday night. “This investigation is in the very early stages,” Emam said. Chand had a criminal record, but his sister told CBC News he was a family man who hadn’t been leading a high-risk lifestyle. Anyone with information regarding either homicide is asked to contact the IHIT tipline at 1-877551-IHIT(4448), or by email at ihittipline@rcmp-grc.gc.ca To remain anonymous call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or leave a tip on their website at Solvecrime.ca
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Call for patients-first program from page 1 the medication, many users will end up in more pain or even dead. “There are many other models that will work better. All we want is our dignity,” she said. “As citizens and sick people, we just want to be able to afford the medication that works for us.” Hutchinson, who lives in South Surrey, echoed Davies about the importance of access to medicinal marijuana. Protesting on behalf of his 19-year-old daughter Beth, who was diagnosed with a glioma – a type of brain tumour – when she was 16, Hutchinson said the cost of the medicinal marijuana Beth needs will sky-
rocket if the new system goes into play. “Right now, it costs a couple hundred dollars a month, but under the new proposal it would cost $3,100 a month,” he said. “That’s a lot of money. It would cost $36,000 a year just for the medicine.” BC Cannabis Partners Campaign members plan to encourage the creation of a committee in order to define perimeters for a pilot project on medicinal marijuana, bringing together federal and provincial goverment – much like Insite, Davies noted. “They set a precedent of a bilateral pilot project between the two levels of government. The doors have been opened,” Davies said. “We just want a patients-first program.”
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A GP for ME based on successful White Rock/South Surrey program
Peninsula doctors pilot B.C. prescription Sarah Massah Staff Reporter
A province-wide initiative to ensure all B.C. residents receive access to family doctors is taking its cue from a successful Semiahmoo Peninsula pilot program. On April 1, the provincial government is set to launch A GP for ME – based on a program launched in South Surrey and White Rock in 2010 – which aims to match all B.C. residents with general practitioners by 2015. The White Rock-South Surrey Division of Family Practice – led by division chair and White Rock physician Dr. Brenda Hefford – was one of three given the opportunity to test out the project in 2010. At the time, almost all practices in the area were full or over-capacity, Hefford said. Now, following
the work done in conjunction workers and general practitioners with the Fraser Health Authority, who work collaboratively to proPeace Arch Hospital and the City vide the services. of White Rock, all residents in the Other improvements include area have access to a famcoaching to create effiily physician. ciencies in offices and “Before, people would computer systems, and float around to walk-in a community program clinics, go to the emerfor doctors who provide gency room or not go at short-term coverage for all,” Hefford told Peace general practitioners who Arch News Friday. are ill or away. The improvements “Since we started impleincluded creating a primenting the improvemary care access clinic in Brenda Hefford ments, we have been able White Rock’s Centre for to recruit seven new docphysician Active Living, which protors – three who replaced vides care for those who doctors who left the area are most ill without a family doc- and four who opened new practor, including recently discharged tices,” Hefford said. hospital patients. “What’s ended up happening is The clinic consists of a team of that from two years ago, when we nurse practitioners, mental health were full and had no patients get-
ting in, we’ve now attached 4,500 patients to doctors who didn’t have them before.” The division has also created a central phone number (604-5313111) for residents, through which they can be set up with a doctor in the area. The success of the pilot program in South Surrey and White Rock – as well as Prince George and Cowichan Valley – prompted the green light to spread it across B.C. The new program will include funding to enable family physicians to consult with patients by phone; incentives for physicians to take on more patients with complex conditions; and funding to support local physician groups to work collaboratively with health authorities to support better local access to primary care, a govern-
ment release states. Total funding for the program is $132.4 million, which includes $40 million distributed over the next three years to Divisions of Family Practice; $22 million to enable physicians to consult with patients via telephone; and $20 million to support physicians in providing medical care to vulnerable populations including those in residential care and with severe disabilities. For the White Rock-South Surrey division, Hefford said the plan is to continue providing support to those in need and maintain the success they have enjoyed through the pilot project, as well as share their program with the rest of B.C. “The province will learn from the things we have done and will also develop solutions unique to their communities,” Hefford said.
Crash sends six to hospital Six people – including a 43-year-old White Rock woman – were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries following a two-vehicle crash in South Surrey Wednesday evening. The incident occurred just after 6 p.m. at the intersection of 152 Street and King George Boulevard. Witnesses told police a Honda van travelling northbound on 152 Street collided with a southbound Volvo that was turning left onto King George. “According to witnesses, it appeared (one driver) was going to stop for a yellow light then at the last minute, decided she was going to go through,” Surrey RCMP Cpl. Bert Paquet said. The impact pushed the Volvo to the intersection’s northeast corner, and scattered debris from both vehicles across the road. Both vehicles suffered significant damage. Investigation is ongoing. - Tracy Holmes
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Six people were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries following a two-vehicle crash Wednesday evening at the intersection of 152 Street and King George Boulevard in South Surrey.
Proceedings triggered by fatal November 2009 crash off Saturna Island
Floatplane survivor’s civil trial set for 48 days Tracy Holmes Staff Reporter
A civil suit filed by the White Rock survivor of a November 2009 seaplane crash off Saturna Island is scheduled to be heard in Vancouver next year. Officials with the B.C. Supreme Court registry confirmed last week that the hearing is set to get underway on March 3, 2014, before Judge Stephen Kelleher. Forty-eight days have been scheduled. Barbara Glenn, her two children and her mother-in-law filed the suit against Seair Seaplanes Ltd, Francois St. Pierre and others in May 2011, seeking general, pecuniary, aggravated, punitive and special damages in the death of Thomas Glenn, 60. The Glenns – childhood friends who had been married 36 years – along with former Semiahmoo Peninsula resident Dr. Kerry Telford and her infant daughter, Sarah, were passengers aboard a Seair de Havilland Beaver floatplane on Nov. 29, 2009, when it
crashed shortly after takeoff from Lyall Harbour. Amongst eight people onboard, the pilot, identified in court documents as St. Pierre, and Barbara Glenn were the only survivors. All six passengers who died survived the impact, but drowned before they could escape the plane. A Transportation Safety Board report noted factors that contributed to the deaths included that some of the aircraft’s doors were jammed shut; the doors and windows could not be quickly removed; and, none of those onboard were wearing life-jackets. According to the Glenns’ suit, Thomas Glenn suffered pain, anxiety and terror in the moments before he died. He had been seated behind and to the left of his wife, in the plane’s back row. Barbara Glenn, seated in the centre row next to the cabin door, was able to take a breath and struggle, injured, toward a light in the flooded cabin which turned out to be
an open door, the documents state. The suit claims the defendants “were aware of the elevated danger of seaplanes and of flights over water and of specific recommendations within the aviation industry to improve safety, but failed to take steps to improve safety…” Regarding that specific allegation, a response filed by Seair and St. Pierre notes the defendants “expressly deny they were aware of or that there was an elevated danger of seaplanes and of flights over water.” Additionally, “these defendants say that quick-release doors, push-out windows and modified door handles were not approved for use in C-GTMC (the aircraft) prior to the accident.” Other allegations include that the defendants failed to take steps to mitigate risks “to protect the life and limb of the passengers.” The defendants “specifically deny each and every allegation of breach of duty of care, negligence and fault… and expressly deny
they were in any way guilty of any omission, negligence, breach of duty or wrongful act as alleged or at all,” the response states. “The damage or loss alleged in the Notice of Claim arose from an inevitable accident that could not have been prevented by the exercise of reasonable care, caution and skill by these defendants, or either of them.” Thomas Glenn, the response notes, “with full knowledge of the nature and extent of the risk of injury or damage involved in the activity of air travel by floatplane, voluntarily and freely consented to accept that risk and to waive any claim for himself, or his representatives and dependents for death, injury or damage resulting from the risk.” As well, if loss and damages were suffered, they “were caused or contributed to by the negligence of Viking Air, VAM and/or Transport Canada,” the response states. Viking Air, which holds the “aircraft Type Certificate” for the seaplane, was added as a defendant in the action last August.
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More charges added New charges have been sworn in connection with the recent seizure of chemicals from a White Rock apartment. Const. Janelle Shoihet confirmed last week that a man arrested Jan. 24 outside a Prospect Avenue apartment now faces one count of making or possessing explosives and one count of “possession of firearm, etc. contrary to order.” Hamish Sutherland, 34, remains in custody and is due back in Surrey Provincial Court on March 14. He was initially charged with breaching probation in connection with the incident. Police, alerted last month to chemicals that may pose “a significant risk to public safety,” descended on a thirdfloor apartment in the 15100-block of Prospect Avenue. The response included officers with the Explosive Disposal and Chemical/Biological/ Radiological/Nuclear Response Unit, the Lower Mainland Integrated Forensic Identification Services and Emergency Response Team, along with White Rock firefighters. Exactly what the chemicals were has still not been determined. - Tracy Holmes
Two years for ID theft A Surrey woman who pleaded guilty to multiple counts of identity theft has been sentenced to two years less a day for the crimes. The penalty was handed to Laura Marie Kozinoski on Wednesday (Feb. 20) in Vancouver Provincial Court. White Rock RCMP Const. Janelle Shoihet said Kozinoski, 43, pleaded guilty to incidents that occurred between Dec. 6, 2012 and Jan. 15, 2013, in which eight women had their identities stolen and used for fraudulent purposes. -Tracy Holmes
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the fire and there were after she was struck no injuries reported. while crossing 24 Cpl. Bert Paquet Avenue at 152 Street. said no witnesses The woman suffered have come forward, injuries to her hip and and investigation is elbow and was taken ongoing. to hospital Anyone as a with inforprecaution, mation on according the fire is to the asked to Surrey contact editorial@peacearchnews.com RCMP. Surrey Police RCMP at 604-599said the driver who 0502. struck the woman was making a lefthand turn Pedestrian hit off of 152 Street when she hit the senior. A 70-year-old Mounties have woman was rushed to issued a ticket for hospital with non-life- failure to yield to a threatening injuries pedestrian. last Tuesday (Feb. 19) -Sarah Massah
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or those of us who live in a community so close to the U.S., cross-border shopping has been, and always will be, an option. But what used to be a routine wave-through hop across the line to take advantage of a few lower price points – or a nice little change of scenery – has become almost an imperative in today’s sluggish economy. The fact is that cash-strapped Canadians are inevitably tempted by lower prices for consumer goods in the U.S., whether or not they factor in the increased hassles of a more securityconcerned border and the possibility of line-ups – even with Nexus lanes. In their urge to save, they may not calculate the hidden costs of travel or taxation that may nullify the ‘bargain’ they get south of the border. U.S. merchants in Blaine and Bellingham, who are, naturally, more than happy to welcome northern shoppers to ease their own economic woes, have actually seen the spike in Canadian business almost cancel out the drop in their own domestic trade. Canadian business owners cry foul, of course, but it would be wrong to demonize cross-border shopping in and of itself. Rather, the attention of Canada’s leaders must be focused on problems north of the border that exacerbate the situation. One is a system of taxes and tariffs that make it impossible for Canadian retail businesses to compete on a level playing field with their U.S. counterparts. A few anomalies will likely always exist either side of a border, but much lower prices across the board are literally driving consumers south. It is also time for the federal government – and big business – to look at the real hardship of middle-income Canadians struggling to make ends meet in the face of increased gas and food prices and drastically-eroded spending power. While there is always some fickleness on the part of consumers, many of those venturing south to save right now are thinking of survival. Local government must also address an oversaturation of retail business predicated on earlier economic conditions. And local retailers should always be looking at how well they serve their customers. There are many good reasons to ‘shop local.’ Cross-border shopping, on the scale that is now happening, is a short-sighted approach that tends to undermine our own standard of living. And pouring Canadian dollars into the U.S. economy is doing nothing to help our own, or address problems of Canadian business that, if solved, could see more money on hand to spend with our local businesses.
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attention. There’s no evidence that drilling caused it, but hey, it’s TV. Science, meet Hillbilly Handfishin’. Protest sequences take up much of the program. Moms rally against a gas well near a school in Erie, Penn., forcing evil Canadian corporation Encana to back off. An elderly Quebec woman sobs on camera, convinced that a nearby gas well will trigger a relapse of her cancer. One bit of local content is a segment on fracking-induced earthquakes, presented with sombre alarm by Ben Parfitt, go-to researcher for the antiindustry left in B.C. These are detectable by sensitive instruments, as is the case with some mining and other industrial activities, but according to the Oil and Gas Commission, they don’t do any actual harm. It should be noted that Suzuki doesn’t do much beyond reading a script on these shows. He has people to load up the propaganda weaponry, just as his ghostwriter in Toronto cranks out the relatively innocuous weekly columns that run in some Black Press publications. In fairness, most episodes of The Nature of Things are in the original spirit of the show. A recent program on an ancient Egyptian aquifer, voiced by Suzuki over National Geographic video footage, would be appropriate for a high school classroom. The same cannot be said for this antifracking screed, which is plainly and recklessly calculated to twist public opinion against a crucial B.C. industry. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press. tfletcher@blackpress.ca The Peace Arch News 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 street, Nanaimo, B.C., V9R-2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www. bcpresscouncil.org
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Why not tell the whole story Editor: Last week, I recommended to the Semiahmoo Library that they ought to include The Hanging of Angélique by Afua Cooper and Lawrence Hill’s The Book of Negroes in their Black History Month book display. But this advice has been rejected, which is a shame, for both books have much to tell us about the history of slavery during colonial times. According to Ms. Cooper, slavery was legal and practised widely from 1628 to 1833 in Canada. As recently as 10 years ago, the United Nations released a report stating that Africans suffer racism in Canada, giving as an example the 1970 forced relocation of blacks from the Africville neighbourhood in Halifax. The then-Liberal government denied such claims. Due to graphic descriptions that permeate both books, perhaps they could be displayed publicly with a qualifier, as the subject matter may be too intense for young readers. Yet the core message – the harmful consequences of discrimination – is one that can illafford to be passed on. Bob Burgel, Surrey
Wrong place for highrises Editor: A major development proposal for a 12-storey, 109-unit highrise in the 1500-block of Vidal Street could open the gates to building highrise apartments in residential areas of White Rock. At the developer’s required presentation meeting, a supportive council member and local realtor, Larry Robinson, enthused that “this is a new council – not the council of past years.” The plan for the city, apparently, is to allow 25-storey highrises in Town Centre “sloping down” in height through the current apartment area going west to the 12-storey highrise on Vidal. Another local developer in attendance was outraged that while he recently ran into opposition to building townhouses on the same block, there is now a high-density project proposed for the same street. When he questioned how many trees were to be removed from the park-like property, he was given a sideways answer about ones to be kept. Vidal Street is a narrow, quiet residential street with little parking as it is. From Thrift it doesn’t even go straight through to North Bluff – you must turn right on Vine and left on Blackwood to exit. The neighbourhood is low- and medium-density, with older threestorey condos and new townhome units, and the property in question is just over an acre with 14 wellkept townhomes. The current density is 11 units per acre – the
proposed is 90. Since a highrise apartment does not, in any way, “fit into the overall character of the area” (see Bylaw 1887), the proposal should not even be considered. I am not against development – as long as it fits the character of the area. Townhomes on Vidal and Everall fit in well and have low impact on views, light or street parking. A review of the November 2012 list of Current Significant Development Applications (www. whiterockcity.ca) finds five applications for townhouse units in this area. Applications for other apartment/condo areas include three-storey, four-storey and several townhouse projects. Applications for higher buildings are limited to the town centre – where they should remain. Most of us chose to live in the White Rock area because of its charm, and want to preserve its unique character. We must join our voices in opposing highrise/ high-density buildings in residential areas. I encourage everyone who disagrees with this proposed 12-storey building, and what it means to future development of White Rock, to view the building site, to write to city council and to attend any public meeting which may be set. Let’s ensure that our city values people over profit! Scott Robbins, White Rock
Cent-imental musings Editor: The Canadian Mint has decided to stop making pennies because they cost more to make than they’re worth. That is going to have serious repercussions in the English language. Even though everything is more expensive than it used to be, it will no longer “cost a pretty penny,” not even if a generous friend or relative (or even the government) unexpectedly gives you “pennies from heaven.” No matter how frugal one is, we’ll no longer be able to “pinch pennies,” or claim that “a penny saved is a penny earned.” And it makes no difference what your opinion is, you won’t be able to “give your two cents’ worth.” I will no longer be able to offer you “a penny for your thoughts.” Nor will we be able to refuse to pay “one red cent” for anything we consider of little value. Sadder still, what will happen when the Mint inevitably chooses to bring an end to the nickel? And when the dime eventually meets its demise, will inexpensive things still be “a dime a dozen,” or won’t they even “be worth a dime”? Will there be more traffic accidents when cars won’t be able to “stop (or turn) on a dime”?
Am I being too “cent-imental”? One thing’s for sure. Even when all these coins disappear, the government will still “nickel and dime” us to death! Jerry Steinberg, Surrey
Don’t fix what’s not broken Editor: I am against changing part of Bakerview Park into a dog park. Do you have any idea how many people, some with dogs, use this park daily? Most people are responsible and clean up after their dogs. There are no complaints. The park now has sports fields, a playground, a paved path and a green space with lots of trees and flowers. People take their lawn chairs and blankets to sit and read, have picnics or just relax; teenagers come and sit under the trees and talk; children love to play in the ditch or jump over it. When baseball starts in the spring, the diamonds and the green space is very busy; siblings playing while parents and friends watch the games. People come and play bocce, fly kites or just sit and relax. This park is working well as it is; with everyone including dog owners. Why spoil it? Beth Plain, Surrey
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Purrfect example of compassion Editor: What could have been a horrific situation turned deeply moving. Numerous Peninsula residents halted their rush to work to come to the aid of a cat that had darted in front of a vehicle and gotten itself hit on Stayte Road near Columbia just after 8 a.m. on Feb. 20. A number of drivers pulled their vehicles off the road and stepped out, offering to help. A couple of people went door-to-door to try to locate the cat’s family.
A passing member of South Surrey’s finest stopped and called the SPCA Emergency and stayed to direct traffic. Most touching was the motorist who struck the cat, turned her truck around and returned to the scene. She stayed with the cat, stroking it and speaking soothingly until help came. Gratitude and blessings to all those selfless and compassionate neighbours! Donna Passmore, White Rock
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New rec centre proposed Last fall, Rasode was approached by community What’s a teen to do on a Satur- members who saw a desperate need for activities for local day night? Not much, apparently, if they youth. One of the residents who live in the Clayton Heights and spearheaded the initianorth Cloverdale neightive is Jen Temple with bourhoods. Trademark Group of But that could soon Companies, who manstart to change, thanks ages the Hillcrest Vilto a number of commulage Shopping Centre nity-minded people who on the south side of have the interests of local Fraser Highway. youth at heart. Temple often goes out Last week, Surrey with the centre’s secucouncil approved funding for a range of events, Barinder Rasode rity guards in the middle of the night to talk programs and services councillor with young people who aimed at children and loiter on the property. teens in the area. “Every year we’ve had more Council also asked staff to include the planning and design and more problems – there are of the first phase of a Clayton more and more youth in the Heights recreation centre as part area with nothing to do,” she of the Build Surrey program in said of the fast-growing neighthe 2014-2018 five-year finan- bourhood. (Statistics Canada’s 2011 Census showed population cial plan. Coun. Barinder Rasode said growth in Clayton has tripled a rec centre makes sense for since 2006). “They congregate and really an area of such unprecedented growth, adding she also asked just move in herds.” The closest large movie thestaff to look at the feasibility of including a library in the finan- atres are in Guildford and Langley, and public transit isn’t availcial plan. Kristine Salzmann Black Press
able late at night. Even the new Cloverdale Recreation Centre on Highway 15 can be difficult to get to for those lacking a driver’s licence. Temple decided to take a proactive approach. She was already working with Michelle Howe, who manages the Clayton Crossing Shopping Centre on the other side of Fraser Highway, on ways to engage the community. The two organize a yearly Clayton Day (currently known as The Party on the Hill) for families at their respective shopping centres the weekend before the Cloverdale Rodeo. They met with RCMP Staff Sgt. Martin Blais, district commander for Port Kells/Cloverdale, and then contacted Rasode to talk about what was missing for local youth. The new plan of action for Clayton Heights, in partnership with community groups, includes events for youth at Clayton Hall; a youth summit, kids conference, and early years festival; more hours for the MOYO (Mobile Youth Outreach) bus; bringing Surrey’s › see page 9
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Planning and design of first phase in five-year financial plan the 2013 operating budget and of freeing up local police. community agencies, and another “We believe that if they have $85,000 allocated something to do from the Council Ini- ❝It’s back to the basics. other than just lintiatives Fund. gering around, it’s It takes a village to A portable will raise a child – how can positive for them be repurposed and we... help with that?❞ and for us – it moved to Clayton reduces the numJen Temple Heights for up to ber of calls for serTrademark Group $165,000. vice to the police,” Blais hopes the new he said, noting last programs and sersummer was busy vices will have the added benefit when it came to calls regarding
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The South Surrey property currently occupied by Sunnyside Elementary has been traded by the school district as partial payment for a larger chunk of land in the Cloverdale/Clayton area of Surrey. The value of the deal has not been disclosed – it isn’t expected to complete until spring of 2014 – but the developers involved, and Surrey School District secretary treasurer Wayne Noye, agree the innovative exchange is a win-win for everyone. “They’re getting about four times the size of the Sunnyside land,” said Ted Dawson, spokesperson for the Surrey-based developers, LYPD Holdings Ltd. and Lakewood Madrona Development Ltd. Noye said the Sunnyside Elementary site was also very attractive to the
developers, and that the exchange was based on appraised values, with a difference still to be made up by the district. “When you go to try to find land and assemble land, particularly with the market the way it is, you have to think outside the box and be creative,” Noye said, noting that Clayton, like Grandview, is a current “hot spot” for the district, which, given Surrey’s population growth, faces a constant demand for new schools. “It didn’t come easy – you’ve got developers in there, everyone in there,” he said of the Cloverdale/Clayton parcel. The 18.5 acre Cloverdale/Clayton parcel is the same land that was highlighted in a Feb. 15 announcement by the province as the site of a new high school. No other properties are involved in the agreement. The province is
committing $10.5 million toward a $16.7 million new high school with the district to fund the remainder. The school district approached the developers regarding the site about a year ago, Dawson said. The group had purchased the property to hold it for future development, and was initially reluctant to get involved in the deal, he said. “It’s very difficult to get developable land in Surrey that makes sense,” he said. Noye said having the old Sunnyside Elementary property to put on the table was an advantage for the
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Corey ‘had a lot of guts’ he was tickling the ivories on through the screen… people the baby grand, writing music were oohing and ahhing,” he said. When White Rock senior Mal- for competitions or singing with The telescope was just one of colm Corey got up to sing kara- a choir. the many things Malcolm Corey oke, people took notice. One song his dad wrote, The built to satisfy his own interests It wasn’t because the octogenar- Bells of Canada, was performed and passions. ian couldn’t hit the high or long by the former BC Tel Choir, durIn high school, he built a small notes – quite the oppoing a simulcast from jet engine to compete in an air❝He never site, in fact. Canada Place, he said. plane-flying competition; GraHe hit them well, one “He soloed Silent ham Corey remembers helping stopped of them – at the end of helping people. Night,” Corey said. his dad as he worked in the famthe well-known Jimmy He couldn’t “That doesn’t happen to ily’s carport to rebuild the engine Webb song, MacArthur anybody.” of an Austin-Healey Sprite, and just look at just Park – so well he had Malcolm Corey is certain sharing the moment is somebody pub-goers decades his started in radio in Win- what fueled his own longstandthat needed nipeg, at the age of 18, ing interest in all things automojunior cheering and banging on the table for something and but went on to work tive. more. “I now have owned 100-andsay, I’m not most of his life in indusThe memory is one going to bother trial electronics. something vehicles,” he said. of many Corey’s son, He moved with his “That stems from handing his to do it.❞ Graham, cherishes, and family to Nanaimo sockets when I was a little kid one that’s sure to ring Graham Corey in 1965, and lived in and seeing it all happening.” a bell to other regulars son White Rock from about Other parallels between the of Langley and White the mid-’80s. father and son include a shared Rock’s karaoke scene. Graham Corey recalled his dad interest in commercial diving, “He sang karaoke everywhere,” was also a keen astronomer, who a love for sushi and a knack for neighbour Tom Saunders said. captured “amazing” images of an fixing friend’s and neighbour’s “Mal had a lot of guts.” Orionid meteor shower during appliances. Corey’s exuberance on those a family trip to Hawaii, using a “He never stopped helpstages will, no doubt, be missed. telescope he’d built and equipped ing people,” his son said. “He The 81-year-old died Feb. 1, with a 24-hour clock drive. He couldn’t just look at somebody from injuries suffered in a crash shared the results of that 1974 that needed something and say, in Point Roberts, Wash. effort with fellow members of I’m not going to bother to do it.” Corey had been en route to the Royal Astronomical Society. In addition to his son, Malcolm work on his 28-foot Aloha sail- They were impressed, Graham Corey is survived by his daughter boat when his Chevy Avalanche Corey recalled. Lana and 16-year-old grandson, veered off the road near the Point “The stars were perfect pin- Austin. Roberts marina just after 5:30 points, nothing smudged, and Details of a service have not p.m. It crashed through a fence the shooting stars that had gone been finalized. and into a boat and RV storage yard, hitting four vessels and a motorhome. Graham Corey said exactly what caused his dad to lose control is unclear, but he believes the tragedy may have been triggered by a medical issue. He described his dad as a man who loved music, science, mechanics and helping others. Further testament to the first are the baby-grand piano and Wurlitzer church organ that adorned the living room of his White Rock home, and the zithers and such that hung A place to play, explore, create, learn, grow from the walls. Graham Corey can’t Preschool Art. Children’s Ballet. African Drums. Learn to Skate. remember a time when Adult Fitness. Snowshoe & Ski. Circuit-Gym. Cooking. Photography. music wasn’t a part of Ballroom Dance. Fine Arts. Yoga. Zumba. Mandolin Lessons. his dad’s life, whether Social Media. Guitar. Excursions-for-Seniors. Tracy Holmes Staff Reporter
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Lower taxes and duty exemptions in U.S. adding to Canadian retailers’ troubles
Businesses struggle border battle Border linewith bargains S Nearly 75% of Metro Vancouver residents say they regularly travel to the U.S. to
outh Surrey businesswoman clear that cross-border shopping Carol Hecht counts herself contributes to this, and it must be fortunate that she has a loyal lower prices in the U.S. – there’s no older clientele at her Peninsula Vilother reason to go through all that lage boutique Never E’Nuff Clothes. hassle.” But she knows that a significant For specialty retailers, employee amount of her walk-in trade, parwages are about 18 per cent of retail ticularly younger consumers, are sales, says retail consultant John comparison shopping – and that Williams, head of J.C. Williams Hoekstra somebyofMatthew that business is heading to Group in Toronto. Sales of $140 the U.S., attracted by lower prices million — the minimum amount mages of Canadians swarming not subject to the same taxes and a Bellingham that Canadians are sending to Belland scooping up milk jugs gave a tariffs sheCostco has to factor in. ingham annually — correspond couple of local graphic designers an idea. “You hear them talking about it with 800 potential retail jobs in MacClure and overbusiness partner Jay all the time,Dan ” she said. “You Canada. That’s based on a Statistics of Richmond-based hear McMahon telephone conversations in theCreative ApparaCanada average of $15 per hour, for red-and-white T-shirts emblazoned store,tus asdesigned they’re talking to someone 40 hours per week. ” It was their else. with Just the the words other “Milk day a Piranha. customer Jesson said the book business – in responseabout to an anti-Canadian-shopper Facebook was talking opening a mailwhich U.S. and Canadian prices page that popped up last year, in which the term box in Blaine. They order online are printed on covers side by side was used describe milk-thirsty and have theirtopurchases delivered Canadians. – particularly highlights inequities “Overall down there. ” the reaction to the Milk Piranha in Nagel prices between stores here and by Jeff was amazing, ” said MacClure. “People It’s T-shirts frustrating, she said, because those down south. got theofhumour andgoods surprisingly the prices the same in her the majority of “It’smajority even worse than for other A LARGE of Metro Vanwereup to U.S. customers. storeour aresales driven by “taxes and” goods, where Valley there’sresidents no comparison couver and Fraser Now all sorts. ” some of the millions of Canadian of thecross sticker ” he said. regularly the price, border to shop consumers crossU.S. the(clothborder each year can “There are onewho or two He’s another who haspoll. seen an in the U.S., according to a new the tongue-and-cheek shirt when hunting ing) wear collections I could possibly impact on business from Nearly three-quarters of respon-online But when it comes bringforin,bargains. but I won’t because (U.S.to deals down sales, business dents to thewhich Insightsalso Westmeans poll said south, is oft en more stores) are there selling them way than lowermeets the eye. going south of the border, he said. they drove across the border to File photo Bordersell delays high gas prices, than I could themand for.hassles, ” “Even when you’re buying in the last year and many are from Two-thirds and identifi cationcomrequirements and of Canadians have shopped in the United States in the past year, according to a recent report. shopAmazon.ca, Thepassport cross-border factor the order is shipped out making frequent forays for crosswarranty issuesofcana oft en be overlooked. Possible pounds problems slow econmotion is going to compete with account for 10 to 20 per cent of all lion trips across the border, Canaof shopping. Seattle,” he said. “A lot of people border duty fees the border omy and a “complete saturation of atpeople’s price sensitivity,” said Allan retail sales in Bellingham. dians could be spending as much Onthink they’re Canadian average, thosesupporting polled drove tax atexecutive the retail in this area,” she said. and state sales Asaph, director of the That’s at least $140 million to $235 as 10 per cent of their retail dollars business by than doing that, butinyou just to the U.S. more fi ve times American can Chamber of Commerce, million Canadian dollars flowing in the United States, according to have to look at the return address.” And while Hecht has been loath register Abbotsford the past year, about half had crossed further add to the cost of to let staff go from her long-estab- whose members are also feeling the to Bellingham every year for gen- BMO chief economist Doug Porter. Another incentive for cross-borthree or more times and a sizable a bargain. lished business, she acknowledges pinch from Bellingham. “What we eral merchandise, restaurant food That’s more than $20 billion a year. der shoppers, Jesson said,d is the minority of 15 per cent said they’ ■ Gas There is also she has had to cut hours wherever needthetohidaddress is the landed cost and drinks, he said. And this figure While Canadian shopping cenperception that Canada Border Sercrossed 13 times or more. den cost of to theCanadian impact toretailers, so they can be excludes groceries, a major pur- tres close to the border have seen vices guards are not closely scrutipossible. Cross-border trips are becoming ■ Groceries the local economy. She said she also finds it difficult more competitive.” chase for people regu- retail sales flatten, and growth has nizing goods more common, theCanadians poll shows,are bring“It makes aThese huge dif❝No amount to continue saying “yes” to commuprice differences larly shopping down been slower than expected, Bellinging back with them. fi nding 21 per cent say they are ■ Clothing/shoes/ ference when individuals of shop local nityaccessories requests for event sponsorships were 13 per cent on aversouth. ham’s Costco is actually planning “The border guards have declared crossing more oft en, while 12 money or silent auction donations. spend theirage last year, according promotion is going When U.S. retail sales an expansion, and hiring more staff. they’re not tax collectors. per cent are going less oft en and Unless locally those “I■still try to do what I can, butbecause to the Bank of Montreal. to compete with dropped by as much as “If it’s having a positive effect you’ve gottwo-thirds something that’s obvithe remaining are Electronics/ dollars createWhile local jobs there’s a limit. Money’s a lot tighter Canadians are 30 per cent in 2009, Bellon them, it must have a negative ously a big ticket item, they’re not people’s price unchanged. computers and support local busi-up the Bellthese days. Compared to three or propping ingham saw only a small impact here,” said South Surrey Lower looking that closely. Ifprodthe federal prices for the same sensitivity. ❞ nessiswhich benefits the four■years ago, I’d say business 30 ingham economy, their decrease, and it has businessman Mel Jesson. had to ucts government in the U.S. were theany topinclination reason Furniture entire community, Allan Asaph per cent down, but the rent is the neglect” said of their own already rebounded, said Co-owner of the South Surreykeepover business incited Canada, maybe for trips the line, by 85 Grabowski, chairdoes cost the Abbotsford Chamber Ken Oplinger, president based Black Bond Books chain, they should be saying ‘you guys at same and theout paycheques Barry are the economy per cent of those polled. ■ Dining of the Richmond Chamof Commerce same.” community. and CEO of the Belling- which has 11 locations from North “Metro the border are tax Vancouver andcollectors’ Fraser .” ber of Commerce. As■the Canadian dollar has grown Two-thirds of Canadiham/Whatcom Cham- Vancouver to Mission, Jesson said Canadian retailers, like Hecht Valley shoppers are very conscious Overnight A 2012 report from shopped in the U.S. in ber of Commerce and Industry. to parity with the American in the ans have he has seen an impact on business and Jesson, want a level playing that retail prices in the U.S. are accommodation BMO Capital past three years, lower prices just theMarkets past year, according to an Ipsos “It was almost entirely because of from cross-border shopping. field. oft en better than in Canada, ” noted thereCanada are over poll. 50 Of those, 72 per cent Canadians coming across,” he said. south of the border – and generous “I speak with quite a few merThat, say,vice-president is what will allow Insights Westthey senior ■ Entertainment million tono theguilt U.S.about it, and 15 per cent duty exemptions – have been notedvisits feel On busy summer shopping week- chants in town and a lot of them are businesses to said. hire more staff and Catherine Dawson residents by cash-strapped consumers.by Canadian have lied to a customs agent. ends, the Chamber estimates that saying their sales are down and a lot Thsupport more community e strong Canadian dollar wasevents, MATTHEW HOEKSTRA / BLACK PRESS ■ Casino gambling each year—about one- the City of Bellingham’s more than half of the cars in big-box of customers But this is costing Canadian busiIn 2010, are going across the ensuring thatbythe dollars also a factor listed 84 per cent,Canadidesigners and have Jay McMahon their tongue-inand-a-half for director,Graphic nesses, and their employees, offi- visits finance John Carter, con- Dan storeMacClure parking lots Canadian model line,” Jesson said. anscent aresaid spending actually benefit 74 per cheaper fl ights re back at Americans Costco – Insights West poll every Canadian. cials say. ducted a surveycheek fromT-shirts which that he fiplates, mostly from B.C. angry with cross-border “Sales are down in our own stores the localor community. out of Seattle Bellingham was a shoppers.shoppers of that Canadian “No amount of shop local Record pro- numbers estimated Nationwide, through their 50 mil- that are closer to the border. It’s – with filescent from Alina reason and 69 per listed theKonevski Canadians are heading more generous rules on duty-free south, lured across the line by everything from exemptions on overnight trips Nonetheless, the BMO report suggests, per cent less expensive in Canada at the food and clothing to electronics and vehicles. announced by the federal governCanadians are seeing the price gap drop time of the survey. “However, the unusual But with big-ticket items, warranty coverage is ment last June. between American and Canadian goods. differential on running shoes, highlighted not a sure thing in Canada. Dawson said it doesn’t appear last year, persists.” According to the Canadian Automobile Deal- The bank’s random sample of goods found likely that online shopping through Whether they’ll save money or not, ers Association, warranties of vehicles purchased Canadian retail prices were 14 per cent support yourcancommunity. shop local. U.S. websites will replace all the higher in 2012 than in the U.S.—down Canadians still cross the line in style in the U.S. are often not valid in Canada. Some shopping of Lower by ordering apair Milk Piranha T-shirt or give youcross-border brands do cover some warranty issues of Ameri- from the previous year’s differential of 20 Bring in a old of shoes & we will $20 Mainland residents. bumper sticker of their own through the can cars in Canada, but free scheduled service or per cent. But that figure doesn’t include Many of those polled said they towards the purchase costs of duty and transportation. Creative Apparatus website. of a new pair. maintenance packages might not be valid here. believe it’s cheaper to drive to the GiftTh Cards “We also found that a previously enor- We will Said Dan MacClure: “We’ve sales e BankAvailable of Canada suggests that crossdonate the shoes to thosehad who can re-useU.S. them. than to pay shipping for prodmous price spread in one specific item (gas all across the Offer U.S.valid and Canada – from border shopping accounts for less than two per till Sunday March 3 close. ucts bought online from American • Lingerie • Trade-ins on dvds barbecues) has all but vanished on price Oregon to New York and from Victoria to cent of consumer spending, but the BMO reportSIZES firms. reductions in Canada, ” says the report, Montreal. We also sold a few to the UK – suggests the number could be as high as 10 per • Corsets • Adult Books & XS- 3X which notes barbecues were actually two crazy. ” cent. 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White Rock resident Marg North shares life memories, after turning 102 earlier this month.
t’s been said that laughter is the best for two years before moving on. medicine, and there just may be “I was scared if I stayed any longer, living proof of that sentiment right I’d marry one of the guys up there,” here on the Semiahmoo Peninsula. she said. “That’s what all the girls were Last fall, Marg North travelled to Victoria doing. And I wanted to see the world a to receive a Queen’s Diamond Jubilee little bit.” Medal from then-Lt. Gov. Steven Point. North got her chance in 1941 when When Point asked the White Rock she was accepted into the army as a senior the secret to her longevity, she nurse and sent to Europe. cheekily replied, “I guess you just keep Her first journey was across Canada breathing in and breathing out.” to Halifax, where she and other nurses It’s one of several humorous spent several weeks waiting to ❝People are more sail to England. stories North told with a important than laugh last week from her After a rough start aboard a places.❞ Prospect Avenue apartment ship fraught with blown engines as she recalled her unique and flooding on the lower Marg North and fascinating life, just a few decks – a ship the captain finally weeks after celebrating her deemed unsuitable for travel 102nd birthday. mid-voyage – North finally made it to Born in Ontario on Feb. 5, 1911, Clyde, Scotland in early 1942. North was raised on a ranch in the She was assigned work at the No. 5 East Kootenays and attended school in General Hospital in London, and she Cranbrook. and fellow nurses made the best of their After graduating from high school, she days off, exploring the city and taking moved to the Lower Mainland in 1930 excursions to Wales and Cornwall. After to train in nursing at Vancouver General a year in London, followed by brief Hospital. stints in other parts of Europe and North It was the height of the depression Africa, North returned to Canada when when she finished her training, and new the war was over. nurses at the time were only offered Upon her return, she worked at the enough work to feed themselves. Vancouver Military Hospital, then was “We shared rooms with other girls in assigned work in Montreal. When she a private home, where your refrigerator was ready to move on, North took her was a box outside the window,” she discharge from the army and decided it recalled. was time to seek out a new adventure: Later that decade, North found “I went to Hawaii!” she said proudly, steadier work in Port Alice, on northern noting she fell instantly in love with Vancouver Island, where she would stay › see page 17
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‘Feisty’ senior stays active › from page 16 the tropical climate and island lifestyle. Working as a private duty nurse, North claimed she would have stayed forever, if it hadn’t been for a minor stroke her mother suffered that brought her back to Canada after two years. “People are more important than places,” she said. North then found herself in the Okanagan, where she met her husbandto-be, Gerald. The couple married in Barkerville and settled for a time in Wells, until work brought them down to the Lower Mainland. When the two decided to downsize from their house in the Sunshine Hills neighbourhood of North Delta in the late 1970s, they searched high and low
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Still Blue Electric blues guitarist/vocalist Bill Johnson will feature songs from his most recent album, Still Blue, at the next White Rock Blues Society’s next dance/concert, Saturday, March 23 at the Rhumba Room of the Pacific Inn Hotel, 1160 King George Blvd. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Both Maple Blues and Junonominated, Johnson has been noted as a “fresh voice” and a force on the Canadian blues scene, bringing together the licks, lyrics and powerhouse vocals to carry the idiom forward in the 21st. century. Born in Halifax, NS, but raised in Ottawa and Victoria, he became a professional guitarist at age 15, and paid his dues with many gigs in smoky bars and recordings as a sideman with the likes of Herbert Sumlin, Cash McCall, and Son Seals. Johnson, who sold out his last concert with the White Rock Blues Society in 2007, has latterly come into his own with Still Blue, his third CD, which clicked with critics and public alike, thanks to his original guitar tone, his full voice and the quality of his original songwriting. Tickets ($20) are available from Surfside Guitars, Tapestry Music and online, at https://tickets.surrey. ca
Agnes of God Peninsula Productions’ newest theatrical presentation, Agnes of God, runs Feb. 28 - March 9 at Coast Capital Playhouse, 1532 Johnston Rd. A compelling drama by John Pielmeier, the play puts faith, miracles, science and love to the test when a young novice nun, Sister Agnes (Becky Hachey) is accused of murdering her newborn baby. Her Mother Superior, Miriam Ruth (Nancy Ebert) believes her to be an innocent instrument of God, but court-appointed psychiatrist Dr. Martha Livingstone (Laine Henderson) won’t stop questioning in her quest for the truth. Tickets ($18-23) are on sale at Coast Capital Playhouse, 604536-7535, or through www. peninsulaproductions.com
Jazz Society The sound of Dixieland and retro jazz, presented for listening and dancing by the White Rock Traditional Jazz Society, continue each Sunday from 3-6 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Crescent Branch 240 (2643 128 St.). Upcoming groups include Ray Skjelbred’s First Thursday Band (March 3), house band Red Beans and Rice (March 10), the Red Onion Rhythm Kings (March 17), Evan Arntzen with the Square Pegs (March 24) and the Louisiana Joymakers (March 31). Admission is $8 (members) and $10 (non-members). Memberships ($15) are available at the door.
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MuchMo’ Band, March 2, 7:30 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Crescent Branch 240 (2643 128 St.) The newly-enlarged band, featuring solid sound and scintillating vocals of well-known local musicians Pete Tennant, Gordon Brown, Ched Miller, Rosie Miller and Diane Cadieux – plus the wailing sax of Tony Gallo – will be joined by special guests Lois Stewart, Steve Hovan and Frisco Read. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door, and are available at the legion or Tapestry Music. For more information, contact muchmo@hotmail.com
O’Hara Lane Check out the big sound of Crescent Beach drummer John Hovan’s recently revived band O’Hara Lane as it headlines a fundraising dance for the Earl Marriott senior boys rugby team, March 9 at Semiahmoo Fish and Game Club, 1284 184 St.
The band – featuring the dynamic vocals of Michelle McLean, the creative guitar licks of her husband Darren, and the solid bass and vocals of Greg Koop – will supply the right upbeat note for the event, which will help the team represent the Peninsula at the prestigious Sanix World Youth Tournament in Fukuoka, Japan, in April. The event, which opens at 6:30 p.m., will feature Japanese-inspired appetizers, along with a cash bar and silent auction (with items up for grabs including a Ryan Kesler Canucks jersey). Organizers are also interested in other auction items that members of the public may wish to donate. Music starts around 9 p.m. For tickets ($35) and information, call 778-227-1727.
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Day concert with the popular Pat Chessell Band, Saturday, March 9 at 8 p.m. (doors at 7:30 p.m.) Chessell combines “passionate, smoky vocals” with “Celtic-fuelled sounds” that also draw on roots, blues and country influences, and the event is also a release concert for his latest album, Lullabies and Battle Cries (all ticket holders will receive a free copy of the CD). Also coming up at Blue Frog is a show by internationally famed harmonica phenomenon Carlos del Junco and the Blues Mongrels, Friday, March 15, at 8 p.m. (doors 7:30 p.m.) With bandmates Eric St. Laurent (on guitars) and Henry Hellig (bass), del Junco is not afraid to blur the line between blues and jazz, and their music can cover every base from “New Orleans second-line grooves” to swing, Latin, hip-hop, ska and even “swampy roots rock.” The upcoming concert will feature songs from their latest album, Mongrel Mash. For tickets or more information
Pacific Showtime Men’s Chorus, based in Ocean Park, rehearses Monday nights at 7:30 p.m. at St. Mark’s Church, 12953 20 Ave. The small community chorus of experienced singers is currently seeking new members for all vocal ranges: lead, tenor, baritone and bass. Offering a big sound in a variety of musical styles, Pacific Showtime has been featured at many different Lower Mainland events, including show productions, concerts and private functions. The repertoire is designed to include songs and a singing style that appeal to a wide variety of music preferences, with emphasis on entertainment value, and chance to develop singing skills while having fun and enjoying camaraderie. Male singers are invited to attend rehearsals to check out the group and, hopefully, join in. For more, call 604-536-5292 or email leighand@shaw.ca
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Taking five of six points on a three-game road trip was more than enough for the Surrey Eagles to clinch top spot in the BC Hockey League’s Mainland Division. The five-point boost – courtesy of two overtime wins and one tie – gave the Eagles a record of 33-13-3-4, good for 73 points, 11 more than the second-place Chilliwack Chiefs, who have lost two straight. On Friday, Surrey was led by forward Adam Tambellini, who scored four of the team’s five goals – including the OT winner – in a 5-4 comeback win over the Powell River Kings at Hap Parker Arena. With the Eagles trailing 4-2 early in the third period, linemates Brady Shaw and Tambellini scored 1:21 apart to bridge the gap, and then in overtime – with the Eagles on the power play – Tambellini one-timed a shot from the top of the right circle to give the visitors the victory. Tambellini also scored 13:28 into the first period, and added had a power-play goal early in the second. Shaw had a goal and an assist. The following night, the Eagles again went to extra time, this time in Port Alberni against the Bulldogs, but neither four-on-four or three-on-three overtime play solved anything, and the game finished in a 4-4 draw. And though it was the only game of the weekend in which Surrey did not earn two points, the one-point earned from the tie was enough to clinch the division, as the Chiefs dropped a 5-3 game to Prince George the same night. As his linemate did the night before, it was Shaw who led the Eagles’ offensive charge against the ‘Dogs, with two goals and two assists, while Tambellini chipped in with a goal and an assist. Michael Stenerson also scored, rounding out the Eagles’ scoring. Goaltender Michael Santaguida, who stopped 28 shots to earn the win over the Kings Friday, was also in tip-top form, making 48 saves. With the division crown locked up, Santaguida was given the day off Sunday against the Cowichan Valley Capitals, and backup Brenden Sharp got the start and stopped 27 shots to earn the win. The Eagles led 3-1 after 40 minutes, but allowed Cowichan to claw back in the third. In overtime, the deadlock did not last long, as Shaw scored his fourth goal of the weekend to end the game.
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Assistant Store Manager Extra Foods Store in Aldergrove has an opening for an Assistant Store Manager. The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects and responsibilities of running a Grocery Store. This includes, but is not limited to: effective execution of all merchandising programs and ordering, overseeing departments to ensure readiness for business at all times, and assisting with training and coaching of staff. This position requires the candidate to possess excellent verbal and written skills, exceptional commitment to customer service, and ability to work in a fast paced environment. This is a full time position, which offers a competitive salary, as well as a comprehensive benefits plan. If you are looking for a position to advance your career and want to join us, please forward your resume to: Extra Foods Unit 1 – 3100 – 272nd Street, Aldergrove, B.C. V0X 1A0 Attention: Ken, Store Owner Closing Date: Monday, March 11th, 2013 Thank you for your interest in Extra Foods
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FULL TIME Positions. Wanted skilled fiberglass shop workers, enumeration to follow skill level, benefit package will be included after 3 months. Must have own transportation can start immediately (full time positions) please send resume to precisionfibre@gmail.com (Port Kells location)
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Union Shop ~ Full Benefits. Forward Resume to Fax: 604-888-4749 E-mail:ars@cullendiesel.com EXPERIENCED PARTS PERSON for a progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses plus moving allowances. Our 26,000ft2 store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net.
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INTERMEDIATE LITIGATION LEGAL ASSISTANT Req. by White Rock / South Surrey Law Firm. Must be graduate of accredited Legal Asst program. 3-5yrs exp. in the areas of Wills, estates, Family Law and General Litigation. Full time with benefits. Please fax resume: 604-536-7002 or email: lawyers@clevelanddoan.com
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“White Rock & South Surrey’s Leading Renovator since 1989”
Designing and renovating new kitchens, bathrooms, basements, house make-overs and additions since 1989
Let MPB make your renovation dreams come true!
RUBBISH REMOVAL
~ PRO PAINTERS ~ INTERIOR / EXTERIOR Quality Work, Free Estimates
YARD CLEAN-UP, Lawn cut, power raking, aerating, hedge trimming, & fertilizing. Senior disc.604-773-0075
Professional Installations for a Great Price! 604-240-1000
Liability Insurance/BBB/10% off with ad
SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240
Call for FREE in-home consultation In-house design team and cabinet shop
www.pacificcedarworks.com
Eastcan Roofing & Siding •New Roofs •Re-Roofs •Repairs
Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber
FENCE & DECK INSTALLATIONS
Fully insured with WCB.
in Cloverdale. WCB & liability. Great price/refs Paul 604-328-0527
www.BBmoving.ca
ELECTRICIAN - Dana Thompson Over 23yrs exp. Res/Comm. Free est. Bonded. #14758 604-353-1519
FENCING
Best Local Roofs & Repairs
HOME REPAIRS
A1 BATH RENO’S. Bsmt suites, drywall, patios, plumbing, siding, fencing, roofing, landscaping, etc. Joe 604-961-9937 or 604-581-3822
MOVING?
ALL JOBS Big or Small. Panels, lighting, plugs, fans, hot tubs etc. Guaranteed work. 604-539-0708 Cell 604-537-1773 (Lic. 26110)
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PRESSURE WASHING
FINISH CARPENTER Finish Carpentry-Mouldings, sundecks, stairs, siding, painting, drywall. Refs. Rainer cel 604-613-1018
604-475-7077
EXCAVATING • Clearing • Trenching • Drainage • Stumping • Certified Septic Installation • Free Estimates 604.657.5800
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GUTTER CLEANING ONLY $95. Pressure Washing; driveways, sidewalks, siding, etc. 604.861.6060
Ask for Allen Certified Tradesman White Rock/S. Sry area Call (604)219-9365
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE
FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. (604)596-2841
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
MASTERTOUCH CONSTRUCTION
Lawn & Garden Care
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(778)998-6420 peacearch.ph@gmail.com
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
✔ Complete Renovations from Start to Finish For a No Obligation Consultation GIVE ROBERT A CALL Cell: 604-290-4964 Eves: 604-535-0603
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A MAID TO CLEEN
DETAILED EUROPEAN CLEANING.
www.renespainting.com
20% off labour for seniors 55+ or 10% off with mention of this ad. Licensed, bonded and insured. Guaranteed work.
D Additions D Decks D Bathrooms / Kitchens D Skylights / Windows D Tiling D Laminate Flooring
Why Flatten Your Textured & Popcorn Ceilings?
• ELECTRICAL • FULL PLUMBING SERVICES • HVAC GAS FITTING *Free Est. *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service
778-883-4262
Interior & Exterior Painting ONE CALL DOES IT ALL!!
Qualified carpenter for all your home improvement needs.
DRYWALL
ECO GREEN Cleaning Divas Detailed residential cleaning. (778)323-4262
Residential & Commercial Services ~ Excellent Rates!! * Licensed * Bonded * Insured
RENE’S SPRAY & BRUSH PAINTING 778-855-5361
For All Types of Renovations
Danny 604 - 307 - 7722
C & C Electrical Mechanical
Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly
PeaceArchPlumbingHeating.ca
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
- QUALITY WORKMANSHIP-
Eric 604-541-1743
For all Your Cleaning Needs
604-475-7077
PAINT SPECIAL
CLEANING SERVICES
D Windows Out & In D Gutters cleaned In & Out D Pressure Washing D Serving W. Rock for over 30 yrs D Lic. & WCB insured. D Free Est. Seniors Discount
C & C Electrical Mechanical
Running this ad for 8yrs
STAMPED CONCRETE
ALL GREEN CLEANING Are you ready for Spring Cleaning? WE WILL CLEAN & ORGANIZE. Call Susan at 778-899-0941.
E & M MAINTENANCE WINDOW WASHING
• Hvac Gas Fitting • Electrical *Free Est. *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service
604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates.
PSB DRYWALL ★ All Boarding, Taping, Framing & Texture. Insured work. 604-762-4657/604-764-6416 THREE STAR DRYWALL LTD Boarding, Taping, & texture. Small jobs welcome! Kam 604-551-8047
Call (604)538-9600
FULL PLUMBING SERVICES
www.paintspecial.com
RANGERS OCEAN PARK APPLIANCE LTD
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
CONTRACTORS
ALL Concrete Brick, Block & Stonework. Good job - Good price. Call Enzio (604)594-1960
So it is lovely & easy to look at, easy to clean & easy to repair. It increases the value of your home.
Repairs to all major appliances
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A SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR. Specializing in Renovation’s. Available for work. 604-532-1710
damaged concrete. Ken 604-532-0662
Service to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers & dishwashers. Reasonable. Also Appliance Removal Call Mark (604)536-9092
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Borrow Against Your Vehicle!
SEMI-RETIRED contractor will do small concrete jobs. Patio’s, sidewalks, driveway’s. Re & re old or
FPatios FPool Decks FSidewalks FDriveways FForming FFinishing FRe & Re 30yrs exp. Quality workmanship Fully Insured crossroadsstampedconcrete.com
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
604-537-4140 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555.
Additions, Home Improvements Restorations, Renovations, & New Construction. Specializing in Concrete, Forming, Framing & Siding. 604-218-3064
CONCRETE & PLACING
WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? $500 cash back to pay off Christmas bills. Good credit/Bad credit. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-593-6095.
threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca
PEERS SOCIAL SKILLS TRAINING Intervention Group hosted by Pivot Point Family Growth Center Inc. PEERS is the first evidence based program for teaching youth how to make and keep friends! This 14 week group is for motivated teens ages 11- 18 years with special needs who are interested in learning. Teens are taught important social skills using role play and homework. Parents participate in a separate group learning how to support their teen through coaching and homework support. Date: March 4 Time: 7pm, Location: Surrey, Cost: $1820. To register call 604-531-4544 or email us at admin@pivotpoint.ca. For more information visit our website at www.pivotpoint.ca
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Call: Rick (604) 202-5184
Kristy 604.488.9161
EDUCATION/TUTORING
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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.
Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...
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LEGAL SERVICES
$45/Hr
A PROFESSIONAL HANDYMAN / CARPENTER 20 yrs exp. Licensed & Insured. Call 604-802-8809. Renovations, Repairs, Decks, Baths, Kitchens, Mouldings, Flooring.
HOME CARE
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PLUMBING
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
AT YOUR SERVICE. Carpentry, Concrete, Painting, Rubbish Removal. Call Dave (604)999-5056
Cash same day, local office.
www.PitStopLoans.com 604-777-5046
MIND BODY SPIRIT
Blissful Massage
HANDYPERSONS
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Local & Long Distance
GUTTER CLEANING, window cleaning and pressure washing. Over 20 yrs exp. 778-384-4912
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MOVING & STORAGE
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
AFFORDABLE MOVING
Professional Gutter & Window Cleaning. Free Friendly Estimates Worksafe. Jeremy 778-384-3855 www.surreyguttercleaning.com
SENIOR’S HANDYMAN SERVICE Semi-Retired businessman. Honest - Reliable - Insured. Call Brad for free estimate. 604-837-5941
Own A Vehicle?
Call Nuvo Music School
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ALWAYS GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs, 20 yrs exp. Rain or shine.7dys/wk.Simon 604-230-0627
in-studio lessons Morgan Creek in-home lessons South Surrey
We also offer: Piano, Guitar & Voice Lessons
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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
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
Honest Man Rubbish removal. Fast on his service,best rates, clean-up, handyman Services. 604-782-3044
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329 PAINTING & DECORATING
www.recycleitcanada.ca
Rated best painting and moulding company (2010 & 2012) by consumers.
www.mpbconstruction.com Showroom: Unit 62 - 15515 24th Ave. (at King George Blvd.) Tel: 604-538-9622
Visit: benchmarkpainting.homestars.com or call 604-803-5041 for more information.
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
EXTRA
CHEAP RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free! (778)997-5757, (604)587-5991
PETS 477
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~ Free Estimates ~ SENIORS DISCOUNT
Call 604-813-9104
CALL ROGER 604-
968-0367 bradsjunkremoval.com
Hauling Anything.. But Dead Bodies!! 20 YARD BINS AVAILABLE We Load or You Load !
604.220.JUNK(5865) Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988
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TILING
RUSSELL TILES No Job Too Small. 18 yrs on the Peninsula. All types of tile & laminate floors. Install & Repair. Free Est. Perry 604-538-6976
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FURNITURE
MATTRESSES starting at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331 *NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET* Pillow Top in Plastic. Mfr. Warranty Must Sell $200 ~ 604-484-0379
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GARAGE SALES WHITE ROCK FLEA MARKET
~ STAR OF THE SEA HALL ~ 15262 Pacific Ave., White Rock. Saturday, Mar 2nd, 9 am ~ 2 pm
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MISC. FOR SALE
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
RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
Affordable Housing for Seniors
55 and older, 1 bedroom suites. 2 bedroom handicapped unit. Smoke free/no pets
S. Surrey, 2603 151 St.
706
WHITE ROCK
FAMILIES WELCOME 1 and 2 Bedroom. Bright Suites with Hardwood Floors Bayview Chateau
Beautiful & Affordable
Professionally Managed by Bentall Kennedy (Canada) LP
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HOMES WANTED
WE BUY HOUSES
For Adults 55+ rental apartments in a modern complex, right next to beautiful Crescent Park! On site maintenance & office staff Mon. through Friday. 1 bdrm. units from $751 - $844 incls. heat, electricity and friendly reliable service.
Call 604-538-9669 for information or to visit.
CRESTWOOD MANOR 1321 Foster St. 1 Bdrm from $885/mo.
Damaged House? Pretty House? Moving? Divorcing? Estate Sale? We Will Buy Your House, Quick Cash & Private! Mortgage Too High & House Won’t Sell? Can’t Make Payments? We Lease Your House, Make Your Payments & Buy It Later!
In well maintained, newly updated building. Heat, hot water and secured u/g parking stalls incld. No pets, no BBQ’s.
604.657.9422
Crossroads Mgmt Rental Division
www.webuyhomesbc.com
Call Now! 604-531-9797 bayviewchateau@ bentallkennedy.com
~ 24 Hour Call Centre ~ WHITE ROCK. Luxury 2 bdrm, den, 2 bth Condo in Semiahmoo School area. incl 7 appl, gas f/p, intercom security, covered balcony, water, gas, 2 u/g prkg, ns/np, beautiful grnds. ideal for seniors, avail now. $1475/mo. (604)790-1641 WHITE ROCK. *Studio & *1Bd stes clean quiet adult oriented bldg, nr bus/shops. Avail now, 1 yr lease. fr $690 incl heat h/w. 604-560-9841 ~ MOVE-IN ALLOWANCE $150 ~
WHITE ROCK SUNSET VIEW
Call: 604-760-7882
OPEN HOUSE
#13-1828 Lilac Drive. $412,900. Open House Sat. March 2, 2-4pm. 3/bdrm T/H, 4/bthrm. 2094 sq ft. Call for info Mei Zhu (778)999-0298
2 bdrm condo, 1/2 blk walk to Semi Mall, 2 full baths, gas f/p, W/D, modern kitch, private & secure, 2 car prkg, strg locker, $1200mo. To view special home 778 - 578 - 4445
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Walk-up prime location. Renovated building w/ WIFI. Includes Heat, Hot Water & 1 Parking Space.
SMOKE-FREE / No Pets To view call 604.531.9874 WHITE ROCK - SUNSET VILLA. 1 bdrm with d/w, lrg balc, concrete bldg, f/p. $925 incl heat & h/w. 1 Blk from Semiahmoo Mall. Avail now. Call for appt to view 604-541-6276
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Difficulty Making Payments? No Equity? Expired Listing? Penalty? We Take Over Payments! No Fees! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663
WHITE ROCK: SHORT TERM furn exec rental. 1 bdrm, spac kitch & liv/rm. Inc lndry/ph/internet & prkg. Lower than hotel cost, $1500mo. Mar 1 604-536-8595, 778-881-4223 W. Rock: Sublet Mar/April- Ocean View. Furn. 1 bdrm. 900 sf. prkg. TV, int. $1000: Manager approval 604-560-0609 or 604-385-4372
MISC. WANTED
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LIMERICK MANOR Near Langley City Hall & shops
MORTGAGES 100%Financing! Stated Income 90% 2.60% Variable 2.99% 5 yr. Fixed
removal done RIGHT! • Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates 604-787-5915/604-291-7778
Call For Details! Martinique Walker, AMP Mortgage Broker Specialist Verico Assent Mortgage Corp. Call: 604.984.9159 Toll Free: 866.984.9159
www.treeworksonline.ca 10% OFF with this AD
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CHIHUAHUAS, tiny tea cup pup, blonde & white, male, 9 weeks, ready now. $650. 604-794-7347
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WANTED: Antiques & Collectable’s of all sorts. Appraisals done - Top Prices Paid-
Please call Tom Douglas Phone/Fax: (604)595-0298 35 years exp.
PRESA CANARIO P/B UKC, fawn Both parents approx 150 lbs. $950. Call 604-302-2357 SHELTIE SABLE PUP 1F, white body + spots D.O.B. Oct 19th Sweet & loveable 604-826-6311
TOWNHOUSES
White Rock Fixer-Upper Alderwood - Townhouse Well managed strata complex, spacious 2 bdrm, 1.5 bath, full bsmt, 5 appls, 2 prkg, pets ok. Rent or occupy. $299K - Offers. Quick possession. 604-250-6652.
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APARTMENT/CONDO
Active Senior 1 & 2 BEDROOM All amenities/ swimming pool. Utilities included Close to shopping Concrete highrise, NS/NP. Well maintained in White Rock Call 604 - 538 - 5337 CLOVERDALE, Senior / 50+ bldg Quiet. Heat, h/w, storage included, onsite laundry 1 bdrm, $765. No dogs. Cats ok. 604-574-2078 jessica.benberg@gmail.com
HOMES FOR RENT
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AUTO FINANCING
WHITE ROCK, Ocean view, furn 2 bdr. 7appl., gar., nr Hwy #99. Avail now. ns/np. $2400. 604-327-9597 WHITE ROCK: Reno’d 2 bdrm rancher. Fenced backyard, 4 appl. Avail. April 1. $1300/mo. Refs req. 604-541-0040 or 604-454-4141
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OFFICE/RETAIL Rosemary Centre
3388 Rosemary Hts Cres. Surrey, second floor office 650 sq.ft., and two ground floor office/retail units 1012 & 1052 sq ft. in quiet Rosemary area.
Call 536-5639 to view & for rates
748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION OCEAN PARK. Room with ensuite w/i closet, good view, prkg, nr bus, NS/NP, $675 incl util 604-531-8147 South Surrey- Room available. Full House Privileges, No Drugs, $400/m Call Jim: 604.575.7271 WHITE ROCK: Furnished. Share with 1 person. Nr Peace Arch Hosp. NS/NP. Prking, Nr bus. $450/mo all inclusive. Avail now. 604-536-6303
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SUITES, LOWER
2 BDRM bsmt suite, avail March 15th in desirable Crescent Park area. Separate entrance. 6 appl incld dishwasher, washer/dryer. All utilities & cable/internet incld. Heated floor in 3 pc bath. Suited for professional Single or Couple. N/S, N/P. Rent $1,000/mo. Call 604-7603007.
Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
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CARS - DOMESTIC
CRESCENT BEACH - Water Front Bachelor suite fully contained. Shared lndry. $650 incls. utils. & basic cbl. No pets (778)996-4718 Ocean View cozy bach ste, older home, shower, washing machine suit quiet mature single NS/NP, refs $680/mo utils incl. 604-535-6858
2001 Honda Accord Sports Coupe. 120 Kms, Loaded. Senior owned. $5995 604 535 5997
OCEAN VIEW unit in quiet Ocean Park community (15357 Marine Dr, Surrey). Full equipped kitchen, 2 bdrms, laundry room. $1245/mo incl hydro/gas. Call for appointment. 604-538-9367 or 604-722-9167.
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S. SURREY 176/40 St 1 or 2 bdrm. G/L ste. Inc. heat, light, int., cable. N/S N/P. Avail. Now. 604-613-6045
2008 VW GOLF City, 5 spd manual, silver, 85,000k. a/c, p/w, $6000/firm (604)538-9257
SULLIVAN HTS 150/66A. SPACIOUS 2 BEDROOM SUITE. NO LAUNDRY. N/S, N/P, INCL. UTILITIES. FOR $645. AVAIL. FEB. 15, 2013. CALL 604-8126761, 604-593-8021.
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MOTORCYCLES
WHITE ROCK - 1 Bdrm on grnd flr, $1000/mo incl utils. Very clean, 3 appls, W/D. 778-237-1451 White Rock 1 bdrm sep ent sh ldry sm pet ok cls to PAH, N/S. $800. Suit mature sngl/cple 604-531-9357 WHITE ROCK large 2 bdrm bsmt suite - OCEAN VIEW, gas f/p. N/S N/P. $1900 incl utils. 778-227-1443.
2007 HARLEY SPORTSTER
WHITE ROCK Ocean View
SKYLINE APTS
Spacious Quality ground level garden suite with laundry.
NEW SPECIALS
*1 Bdrm $1225 or *2 Bdrm $1400 Rent incl utils, WiFi & cable.
15321 Russell Ave
1/2 Month Free + $200 Gift Card Quiet comm oriented 1 & 2 bdrms Hotwater, cable & u/g prkg incl. Walk score = 95
Factory custom, 74 cube (1200) big bore by Denco Cycle, Bassani pipe, windshield, sissy bar, leather bags. 27,000km, one old guy owner, $7450 obo (604)817-1945
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Avail March 1st.
Call 778-240-4319
www.whiterock-eastbeachsuite.yolasite.com
CALL 604-536-8499 www.cycloneholdings.ca
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SUITES, UPPER
RECREATIONAL/SALE
1996 22’ SLUMBER QUEEN 5th wheel. Interior like new, has to be seen to appreciate. New stereo, back up camera, new HD antenna, m/w, a/c. Includes hitch. $5,500. 604-625-7761 Aldergrove.
SURREY new 1 bdrm coach house 150/60 Ave. $800 incl hydro. N/S N/P. (604) 502-9249 or 363-7622
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL “No Wheels, No Problem”
WHITE ROCK. Exec 3 bdrm upper ste, 2bth, jacuzzi, games rm or office, new kitchen, new appls, new paint, gas f/p, covered deck, quiet area. NP/NS. Avl. March 1 or 15th. $1550/mo + util. 604-536-5786.
WHITE ROCK: Large 1 Bedrm Condo. In-suite laundry. Dishwasher. Secured underground parking, garden patio. Close to transit & mall. Non Smoking, NO PETS $850/mo 604-510-0878 1561 Vidal St. www.robandvicky.com/ridgecrest/
FREE to good home. Small black RABBIT, grey paws. Comes with outdoor wooden hutch. Ph: 604818-8948.
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
ELGIN, lrg family home, 5 bdrm, 3.5 baths, avail now, NP/NS. $2700 incl wtr. Refs/Credit. 604-916-1659
WHITE ROCK: Large 1 Bedrm Condo. In-suite laundry. Dishwasher. Secured underground parking, garden patio. Close to transit & mall. Non Smoking, NO PETS $850/mo 604-510-0878 1561 Vidal St. www.robandvicky.com/ridgecrest/
BEAGLES, 12’’ size, born Dec 25, tri colour 3 F, 3 M, $650. (604)3160376, tobyscardetail@hotmail.com
Lab/Shepherd/Rotti x puppies, purebred, 2M/2F, great family pets, $250. Call 604-864-1004.
35’ PARK MODEL trailer for rent in S. Surrey, with 16x12 storage shed. Incl hydro, 2 car prkg. Suit sgle, N/S, N/P, ref’s req’d. $750/mo. 604-541-0294
SURREY 18/152. 2 Bdr fully reno’d apt w/laundry, nr amens. $1100/mo. NS/NP. Avail Now. (604)825-5384
PETS
ITALIAN MASTIFF(Cane Corso) P/B blues, ready to go, 1st shots, tails/dew claws done. Ultimate family guardian $800 (604)308-5665
HOMES FOR RENT
By appt - call 604 - 514 - 1480
TREE & STUMP
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Bachelor suite - $635 1 bdrm - $720 - $750/month 2 bdrm - $870/month Inc. heat/storage/parking Adult oriented Sorry - no pets
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TRANSPORTATION
Adult Oriented 2 Bdrm. 2nd Floor- $975
A SENIOR’S STRATA
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RENTALS
- concrete tower -
White Rock Gardens - cat friendly -
Kiwanis Park Place CLOVERDALE Polygon - Gated updated 3 bdrm duplex rancher with 2.5 baths &, walkout daylight bsmt. Main floor living includes master bdrm, ensuite, W.I. closet, kitchen, family room, etc. Located in a small greenbelted complex. Asking $569,900. For more details contact 604-576-0417.
APARTMENT/CONDO
604-538-8308
TREE SERVICES 563
RENTALS
Call Mon-Fri btwn 9am-noon.
APPLIANCES
Service to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers & dishwashers. Reasonable. Also Appliance Removal Call Mark (604)536-9092
We’ll Move it All
RELIABLE, SERVICE 7 days a week
FOR SALE BY OWNER
Peace Arch Appliance
Single Item to Multiple Loads
.COM
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
Household / Construction
RUBBISH REMOVAL
PETS
REAL ESTATE
PUG avail for stud service. He is a rare silver male, purebred but not registered, $700 or puppy back. Also Golden retriever (not reg.) avail for stud $600 (OFA hips and cert eyes) Mission 604-820-4827
Rubbish Removal
WHITE ROCK
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WHITE ROCK Ocean View 2 blocks to beach 1000 sq ft quality garden level 2 Bdrm basement suite. incl W/D, dishwasher, utils.internet & cable. $1200 a month. Avail 1st. 778-788-2391
$ WE PAY CASH FOR CARS $ CALL
604-328-0081
TOWNHOUSES
S SURREY, 1828 Lilac Dr. 1540 sq ft. 3/bdrms T/H. 3 baths. $1825/mo. N/S, N/P. Immed. 604-809-2445
7 Days/Week TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!
2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026
TRANSPORTATION
White Rock ~ 1243 Best St Bright top floor 1 bdrm corner suite, ocean view, balcony, new windows, h/wood floors. April 15th. $885 /mo incl heat/h.water Strictly NON-SMOKING bldg
No Pets ~ Adult oriented
604.536.8428
WHITE ROCK 5 Corners. Fully renovated large 2 bdrm, 2 bath top floor with view. Hardwood floors, 6 st.steel appli’s, gas f/p, sec pkng, close to shopping, walk to beach. $1650/mo incl heat, h/water & gas. Avail now. Call Bob 604-617-9186.
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AUTO FINANCING
OCEAN Park 3 bdrm 2 1/2 bath 5 appl 2000 sq ft b/i vacuum, private southern deck fenced yard. Bright beautiful very well maintained home $1875 mo. 604-538-9253
The Scrapper
S. SURREY: 140 St - Nr 20th Ave. sxs Duplex, 2lvl, 5bdrm, 2.5bth, n/s, n/p. Now. $1750. 604-535-2413. WHITE ROCK: 3 Bdrm exec home, 2 sundecks with huge ocean view, 1/2 blk to beach. W/D, D/W, jacuzzi tub, prkg & storage shed. Ref’s. $1850/mo. N/S, sm pet neg. Mar 1. (604)771-4117 or (604)536-4117.
WHITE ROCK. Large 1 bdrm from $650/mo. Quiet & clean. Close to beach & shops. Avail now. N/S. Incl heat & hot water. 604-900-1092
WHITE ROCK. 3 bdrm rancher, f/s, w/d, d/w, freezer, f/p, sm computer room, fncd yrd, lrg shed, pets ok, $1935 incl elec, gas, water, avail now, ref’s req’d. Call daily 9am-7pm (604) 597-1941, 531-8359
WHITE Rock Marine Dr. Studio apt, (no view), quiet, all new appls, jacuzzi tub, $750, refs. 604-538-6609
WHITE ROCK ocean view cottage, beach 1 block. Gas f/p. Single garage. Debbie 604-541-5245
DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals
1-800-961-7022
www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557
#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
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U R B A N F O R E ST RY
City Boulevard Trees and You
To ensure the health of our boulevard trees, the City of Surrey requires that the trees are pruned in accordance with International Society of Arboriculture Best Practices and Standards. City By-law 5835 prohibits damage to City trees, including unauthorized or
If there is no sidewalk in front of your property, your property line likely does not extend to the road. You likely have City boulevard trees in front of your property.
substandard pruning; please don’t prune City boulevard trees. You may be unsure about which trees near your property are City boulevards trees. The following may help you to determine the ownership of the trees near your house.
If there is a strip of grass between the sidewalk and the road, the trees on this strip of grass are City boulevard trees. Your property line likely does extend to the sidewalk.
To find out more about the ownership of a specific tree, or the pruning and maintenance of City boulevard trees, please call the Parks Service Request Line at 604.501.5050 and we will have a City Arborist contact you directly. If there is a sidewalk directly beside the road, your property line likely does not extend to the sidewalk. You likely have City boulevard trees in front of your property.
www.surrey.ca/trees