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Bombs felt far from Boston Five local runners registered to run in marathon by Ne i l Cor be tt staff reporter

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Four runners from Maple Ridge and one from Pitt Meadows were taking part in the Boston Marathon which was rocked by a pair of explosions Monday. Coverage from New England reports three were killed and approximately 176 injured, some critically, by the bombs. The loved ones of five local runners waited anxiously for word that they were safe. It was difficult to get information about the runners out of Boston, but five hours after the first blast, the Department of Foreign Affairs confirmed that no Canadians were injured. Of the 27,000 people who ran the iconic race, about 2,000 were Canadians.

Pitt Meadows secondary student Vladislav Moldavanov competes in the boys long jump at a track meet in Maple Ridge Thursday. More photos and story p27.

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B.C. candidates out of gates Writ drops for May 14 provincial election by P h i l M e l nychuk staff reporter

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Dr. Doug Bing is the B.C. Liberal candidate for Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows.

After weeks of advance work by the contenders, B.C.’s election began for real Tuesday as candidates blasted out of the starting blocks to win the May 14 vote. “Napoleon once said that an army marches on its stomach but an election campaign runs on its

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donations,” Liberal candidate for Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Doug Bing said Monday. The type of campaign he runs will depend on what dollars flow in, although there is an Elections B.C. spending limit of $73,218 for each candidate. The Pitt Meadows councillor is continuing to knock on doors, attend meetings and talk to groups to convince them to re-elect the B.C. Liberals while his supporters got signs all ready on the weekend. “I think we’re ready to roll.” “The main message is the econ-

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Maple Ridge Teachers Association members protested education funding Tuesday as the election officially got underway.

School libraries won’t remain the resources to students that they are now, if the Ridge Meadows School Board goes ahead with its proposed 2013-2014 budget. That’s the opinion of Halia Hirniak, the district helping teacher-librarian, who notes secondary libraries have been hard hit by a budget that saw the board forced to cut $5.6 million. She notes the secondary teacher-librarians in School District 42 are facing possible reduction in their positions by 50 per cent. That means that each secondary school will have only one half time Teacher-Librarian staffing their library. “As a group, we are both dismayed and disappointed at this proposal, and we hope to present at the School Board Public meeting this Wednesday evening (tonight),” she said. She said six of the positions will be cut to half time. Teacher-librarians are all certified educators, and she expects they will make up the loss of income by taking on more classroom hours. She said most of the people effected have ten ore more years of service. The issue is the loss of the resource. “It’s a major reduction in service to the students.” She said the teacher librarians specialize in online research and using technology to gain information. “Kids are really good

at technology – knowing what buttons to push, but they’re not so good with information – knowing what to do with it.” She said they also work to boost literacy. “We’re great book pushers. We’re there because we’re passionate about reading.” She said each high school used to have two full-time teacher-librarians, and now they will be down to one half-time position. “Everybody’s dismayed.” More than 80 Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows teachers took to two busy local intersections on Tuesday morning, the first day of the provincial election campaign, to protest the current government’s funding of education. “Teachers wanted to remind commuters that under the Liberal government, public education has suffered. “It’s time to end the decade of cuts,” MRTA president George Serra said. Teachers at the corners of Lougheed Highway and 222nd Avenue, and also at Harris Road and Lougheed Highway in Pitt Meadows, held signs calling on the next government to re-invest in public education. “The school district’s preliminary budget for 2013/14 proposes to slash $5.6 million – cutting teaching, support, custodial and maintenance positions, as well as a host of other district services,” said Serra. “The fact that School District 42 wants to reduce, by half, the number of secondary teacher librarians flies in the face of both district and Ministry statements that lifelong learning and literacy is tantamount to education. “We need a new government that has sound ideas and a willingness to restore public education.”

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He called the NDP proposal to expand the carbon tax on the natural gas industry a “job-killing tax,” and said raising taxes does affect business decisions. In the riding next door though, on the east side of 224th Street, NDP candidate Mike Bocking has a ready response. “Complete fiction” he says of the Liberal charges of NDP money mismanagement. Under the NDP in the 1990s and the Liberals in the first decade of the 2000s, B.C.’s economic growth were similar. “When you average it all out the 1990s and the first 10 years of the 21st Century have been almost identical in terms of growth.” And net population migration into B.C. in the 1990s was double what it was in 2000, he added. Since becoming premier, Christy Clark has run three straight deficits, including a $790-million deficit this year, said an NDP release. It pointed out B.C.’s total

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tive MP Randy Kamp. Last election, the nominating process was delayed because of the federal election. This time around, “we’re much more prepared. “We really get a sense that time has run out on the Liberals,” adding the Liberals’ attack advertising is turning people

off politics. “I think we need more positive politics and that’s what the NDP is trying to do.” The Liberals announced their policy platform Monday, one that included a referendum in 2014 to decide whether TransLink gets any more taxes or can implement any more tolls. Bocking though said it’s difficult to reduce complicated issues to a yes or no referendum question. And New Democrat candidate in Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Elizabeth Rosenau said the government has to decide if it wants transit to be a public service that’s needed for all those who cannot drive. “Referendums don’t tend to go well when you’re talking about raising taxes.” She added that if it’s decided that transit is a public service, it will take leadership to decide how to pay for it, while the government subsidizes motor vehicle traffic “a great deal.”

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If developed, land could account for 53% of city revenue by 2027 by Phil Mel nyc hu k staff reporter

Pitt Meadows is coupling an update of its long-term growth plan with a renewed plea for more industrial space in south Pitt Meadows and in the North Lougheed commercial area, saying it’s needed to give homeowners a break from taxes. The study by G.P. Rollo and Associates says that if land near the proposed North Lougheed connector and the former Cardiff Farms in south Pitt Meadows is developed, commercial and industrial taxes will produce 53 per cent of the city’s revenue by 2027. The report doesn’t give a comparative percentage for that year, but notes that by 2032, without such development, commercial and industrial tax revenue will provide only 39 per cent of the city’s revenue. “We’ve heard from residents that they want tax relief,” said Mayor Deb Walters Monday. “The only way we can get tax relief is if you have an increase in commercial and industrial development.” Council ordered the report last year to update its regional context statement, which explains how Pitt Meadows’ plan fits with Metro Vancouver’s new regional growth strategy, which aims to guide growth as the region adds 1.2 million people by 2040. Every city has to update its plan by August. Walters said Pitt Meadows already identifies the two areas for industrial use in its current regional context statement, but the report will “highlight the importance of these two parcels. “I think it will help tremendously.” Pitt Meadows has already sent an application to the Agricultural Land Commission to allow it to remove 33 hectares of land from the agricultural reserve that would pave the way for developing 50 ha near the North Lougheed Connector, proposed to run from Golden Ears Way to Harris Road. The land commission is expected to decide on that next application month.

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The former Cardiff farm site is located on Harris Road at Airport Way. Walters said Monday she didn’t know if council would send the report to the land commission although she thinks it’s a good idea. “It might have some sort of impact on their decision.” A staff summary of the report says Metro Vancouver’s employment projections for the area also need updating. If both the Cardiff Farms and the North Lougheed c o m m e r c i a l Bell areas are developed, Pitt Meadows’ employment base could jump by more than 130 per cent over the next two decades. Metro Vancouver forecasts only a 52-per-cent increase in employment in that time. Walters said the city wants to takes its time developing both areas, if either are allowed for development. “We only have so much land to develop. We know that putting in residential costs us more.” Although the city is awaiting approval on land exclusion, the commission already gave permission for the North Lougheed Connector in

2010. The 3.6-kilometre road would cut through farmland, from Harris Road to Golden Ears Way. The city maintains the connector is a way to take traffic off Old Dewdney Trunk Road. But the road is essential for developing the commercial strip planned for the north side of Lougheed Highway and would be paid for by the developers. Walters said the connector will have two purposes, taking commuter traffic off Old Dewdney Trunk road, thus making it easier for farmers to access their properties in north Pitt Meadows with vehicles and equipment, while also providing access for the mixed commercial/industrial development favoured by most on council. Walters said the agricultural advisory committee approached council about the road. Farmers in north Pitt Meadows are “hiring flag people to get their farm vehicles out. They’re travelling late at night. They were really asking for our help. “If we’re going to continue to protect our

farms, then we have to assist our farmers by taking some of the traffic off the roads.” She compared the North Lougheed with the Mary Hill Bypass, built for through traffic and saying that it will serve mainly Maple Ridge commuters. “It will be our neighbours to the east that will be using that road.” Walters said that covenants suggested by the ALC on properties restricting the nonfarm use of land on the north side of the road will stop further development. But in late 2011, Pitt Meadows wrote to the commission asking that those be reviewed saying they are “redundant and likely unenforceable.” The ALC however considers that the covenants would be valid. Coun. Bruce Bell said the growth in employment is good news but added Pitt Meadows should be in no hurry to allow any kind of development. He opposes shopping centres on the north side of Lougheed Highway and wants something, such as an educational institute that will provide higher paying jobs for residents. “We can be selective. We can do it right.”

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Gang associate convicted in Pitt bar room brawl Aaron Kydd bit another man’s ear during fight by M o ni s ha M a r tin s staff reporter

A man who bit another man during a brawl at a Pitt Meadows country bar has been convicted of aggravated assault. B.C. Supreme Court Justice James Williams rejected Aaron Michael Kydd’s claim of selfdefense, finding him guilty of starting a fight that got him thrown out of Rooster’s Country Cabaret in December 2011. “I do not accept Mr. Kydd’s description of what occurred,” said Justice Williams. “I am satisfied Mr. Kydd made an aggressive move towards the complainant.” The court heard that the fight was sparked after Kydd took a beer from a table where Daniel Goodman-Bell and three of his friends were sitting. Kydd believed the beer belonged to him and was surprised when a Goodman-Bell walked up to him and snatched the beer out of his hand. Goodman-Bell testified that Kydd later approached him and began to stare at him. When Goodman-Bell asked Kydd what was wrong, he was punched. Goodman-Bell told the court Kydd hit him several times, delivering blows to the back of his head and his face. He was also bitten on his ear and neck. Kydd however claimed he acted in self-defense. He told the court he was at Rooster’s for a work Christmas party

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long distances, long winters, and public transit options ranging from slim to none. This has ceased to be much of an issue for the urban B.C. majority, who are focused on bridge tolls, ferry fares and the like. The B.C. Conservatives decry the population decline of rural B.C., with international immigration almost exclusively going to big cities, while temporary foreign workers increasingly fill agricultural and industrial jobs in the Interior. The party’s still-evolving platform echoes the NDP’s call for more skills training and increased completion rates for trade apprentices.

“As a long-time former Reform and Conservative MP, Cummins is acutely aware that the urban media will leap with extra vigour on any perceived gaffe of the right wing.” Cummins is in favour of the proposed Northern Gateway oil pipeline and the massive buildup of infrastructure needed to add liquefied natural gas to B.C.’s energy export mix. He sees that enormous industrial expansion as the path to shift population growth beyond the south of the province. Cummins is surprisingly cool to one industrial project, the proposed Site C dam on the Peace River, calling himself

undecided. He also sounds skeptical about the B.C. Liberal plan to extend B.C.’s electricity grid and use that to develop further independent power. This sounds to me like political positioning rather than economic analysis. An anti-Site C independent candidate has significant support in Peace River North, creating a three-way struggle for a key B.C. Conservative target. The B.C. Conservative platform also totals up the billions in long-term electricity contracts with private power producers and suggests the price for this clean energy has been set too high. This is another echo of the NDP’s vague position. So if the B.C. Conservatives are gungho on oil and gas and think the carbon tax is a mistake, do they think there should be any effort to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions? Cummins sidestepped that question, preferring to talk about conventional air pollution, whether it’s in the Fraser Valley or as a byproduct of a northern industrial boom. As a long-time former Reform and Conservative MP, Cummins is acutely aware that the urban media will leap with extra vigour on any perceived gaffe of the right wing. Should a Conservative let slip that he’s skeptical about global warming, or worse, express a rustic view on social issues, all Hell would break loose. The B.C. Conservatives have started with the most detailed, costed platform of any party. Don’t count them out. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com

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Editor, The News: Re: News Views, Buying Our Votes (The News, April 10). It’s too bad that the Liberals aren’t trying to buy our votes by investing in our schools. Instead, after a decade of cuts to education, our trustees are contemplating further serious declines in educational opportunities for our children; for example the elimination of full-time librarians from our secondary schools. Libraries could continue to be key to our children’s success at school and beyond but first, we need a change of government. It is time to turf Mark Dalton and the rest of Christy Clark’s Liberals from office and to restore full funding to public education. Our kids deserve it. Philip Gray Maple Ridge

Grant’s Law not gutted: Mac’s Editor, The News: Re: Protests against “gutted” Grant’s Law (The News, April 12). I am writing to correct misinformation that appeared in your article of April 12, which makes several false claims about Grant’s Law and Macs Convenience Stores’ response to it. Grant’s law is a WorkSafeBC regulation that was named in honour of Grant DePatie, a young gas station attendant killed on the job when he left the building during a drive-off theft. Grant’s Law requires mandatory prepayment of fuel in B.C., eliminating the possibility of drive-off thefts and associated risks to employees. This requirement has overwhelming support in B.C., both from Macs and from the rest of the convenience and gas retail industry. As the DePatie incident happened during late night hours, WorkSafeBC added another requirement that included measures extending to all late night retail employers, including convenience stores with or without attached gas

stations. Stores choosing to stay open late were required to either have two workers during late night hours or to physically separate a lone worker from the public with a barrier. To many it may seem intuitively that this is the right thing to do. It is not. Using a barrier or having two employees present would not have prevented the horrifying death of Grant DePatie. And inside a retail store, these measures will actually increase the risk of harm in situations involving robbery and potential violence, not only to employees but also to customers. Between 2008 and 2011, the retail industry and WorkSafeBC developed and installed various barrier designs inside Macs convenience stores to assess their impact. The evaluation, performed by Deloitte Canada, confirmed that barriers would focus aggression at store property or the employee(s). The finding was consistent with what security experts tell us – that the installation of

barriers separating employees from the public runs contrary to the principles of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), and could result in more criminal acts than they were intended to reduce. Store designs that tell visitors they are dangerous do not elicit friendly behaviour, and they increase the likelihood that unfriendly visitors will show aggression. The argument for requiring two staff is that employees working alone are “sitting ducks” to violent attacks. However, as pointed out by Dr. Rosemary Erickson in her study Two Clerks, if someone enters a store with the willingness or intent to inflict harm, having two workers present only doubles the risk. The secret to personal security is to eliminate the intent to cause harm. In retail environments, this is managed by adopting measures that Macs and many other convenience stores already have in place. In December 2011, WorkSafeBC included these measures in its late night retail regulation. All late night retailers

are now required to install a barrier, employ two staff and/ or establish a comprehensive violence prevention program. The 2008 late night retail regulation lacked any requirement to implement proven measures such as these. The late night retail regulation is an improved package of measures that protects staff both day and night, not just after 11 p.m. Mac’s Convenience Stores makes the safety of employees and the public paramount. Our company has an excellent safety record because of the practices the industry has developed over the past two decades. We will continue to implement any and all practices that contribute to the safety of employees and the public and to support the industry as a whole in achieving the same standards by freely sharing our best practices.

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Maple Ridge This Month APRIL 2013: MID-MONTH UPDATE

SPOTLIGHT ON: The EARTH without ART is just EH!

INFORMED April 2013 Council Meeting Schedule Mayor and Council encourage everyone to attend these important public meetings. It’s your chance to see how public policy is debated and enacted.

2013 Earth Day celebrations kick off the downtown festival season

Monday, April 22 9:00 am, Workshop - Blaney Room 1:00 pm, Committee of the Whole - Council Chambers

Ridge Meadows Recycling is taking the lead in organizing this year’s Celebrate Earth Day festival on Saturday, April 20 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at The ACT (Arts Centre & Theatre) and Memorial Peace Park. This year, the Earth Day planning committee is partnering with the ARTS and has many, many exciting plans in store. Don’t miss this free, family-oriented event featuring interactive activities and hands-on creations. Flash mobs, roving performers, Storytime Corner with the Maple Ridge Library, HUB’s “Cycle Recycle” free bike draw and the first Haney Farmer’s Market of the year make this unique event a must-attend.

Tuesday, April 23 7:00 pm, Council Meeting - Council Chambers Monday, May 6 9:00 am, Workshop - Blaney Room 1:00 pm, Committee of the Whole - Council Chambers Agendas & Minutes Agendas for these meetings are posted online the Friday before the meeting date. Go to mapleridge.ca, click the link under Mayor & Council on the home page.

The District is very excited to be part of this year’s Earth Day celebration with a special display that will be centered on the new electric vehicle charging stations located at the northwest corner of Memorial Peace Park. We invite you to drop by and learn about the new charging stations, see the display of the electric vehicles in our fleet and get a ride in one of the new electric cars that are now part of the Maple Ridge fleet.

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This event truly has something for everyone! So on April 20, bring the family out to Memorial Peace Park and celebrate Earth Day, the Arts and the inaugural Haney Farmers Market for 2013 and catch a lift in one of the new electric cars. For more information on these and so much more, visit www.rmrecycling.org

INFORMED: National Volunteer Week Maple Ridge salutes our amazing & dedicated volunteers

Council Meeting Videos If you are unable to attend a Council Meeting, Public Hearing or Committee of the Whole meeting you can now watch these meetings on your computer 24/7. The entire unedited meetings are posted two to three days after the meeting. The video is indexed to the agenda package so that you can watch them in their entirety or click through by agenda item. Go to mapleridge.ca and click on the video link at the bottom left of the home page.

Now in its 71st year, National Volunteer Week is all about volunteer recognition and this year’s celebration takes place the week of April 21 to 27. This is an opportunity to celebrate the outstanding contributions of volunteers who promote positive change in our communities. Volunteers, through identifying and responding to the community’s needs, realize invaluable goals. This is also a great time to highlight the work of Volunteer Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows, a program of Maple Ridge/ Pitt Meadows Community Services that helps over 60 local community organizations connect engaged citizens with charity and non-profit organizations as well as training and development opportunities for volunteers. You can get more information about their incredible work at www.myvolunteerpage.com or www.comservice.bc.ca. If you volunteer anywhere in our community please join us Sunday, April 21 at 9:00 am for the Fourth Annual Volunteer Appreciation Pancake Breakfast with Mayor Daykin of Maple Ridge and Mayor Walters of Pitt Meadows. This event is hosted by Red Robin Restaurant in Maple Ridge, 22701 Lougheed Highway. For more information or to reserve your seat for this free event please contact Ashley Singh, Volunteer Centre Coordinator at 604-467-6911 or asingh@comservice.bc.ca On Tuesday, April 23 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm volunteers are invited to the annual Free Youth Yogurt Parfait Event at the Greg Moore Youth Centre and the Pitt Meadows Family Recreation Centre Youth Lounge.

On Wednesday, April 24 the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre and the Pitt Meadows Family Recreation Centre will be offering free drop-in from opening to closing for volunteers and a friend. April 24 is also the date for the Hawaiian Themed Pool Party for volunteers at the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

Did you know that 4 out of 10 Maple Ridge citizens are volunteers? This special celebration honours the tens of thousands of hours given by community members in the arts, community policing, charity and sports sectors of our community. Remember, when you see a volunteer at a community event or festival tell them how much we all appreciate their dedication to our community by saying ‘thank you!’

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Pitt teen hosts Show of Styles for Kids with Smiles Fundraiser for B.C. Children’s Hospital by Nei l Corbe tt staff reporter

B.C. Children’s Hospital has been life changing for Carissa Dean. She suffered a hairline fracture in her spine after a bad fall while playing Grade 9 basketball at Pitt Meadows secondary. In diagnosing the cause of her pain, doctors also found that her spine had irregular curves at both the top and bottom. As she aged, it started causing her problems. Dean was a model from the age of 10, but health problems have held her back. She was expected to grow to 5’9”, but she stopped growing at 5’5”, then actually started to shrink. The scoliosis caused her a lot of pain, as her curved spine pinched nerves. “I would practise [basketball] one day, and then be done for the next three.” Some children who are diagnosed with scoliosis are able to correct the problem with a brace, but Dean was past the growth stage where that would be a viable treatment. Other skeletal problems emerged. “My hips were out of whack. It got pretty severe for a while,” said the Pitt Meadows resident. Her hips and back would pop out of joint. In hospital, she met someone else with sco-

liosis who had been successfully treated with surgery. She met a second girl who had surgery, and became paralyzed because of a resulting infection. “So, for me, it was not an option.” Children’s Hospital offered her both treatment, and inspiration. “It’s an eye-opening experience,” she said. “I realized how little my [health problem] was in comparison to how sick some of these kids are.” Dean, now 19, tried yoga, and so far it has been the best solution. “It’s been helping a ton,” she said. “That’s my new passion – I go five days a week.” It is possible to reverse scoliosis, and that’s her goal. If not, Dean is thankful for what she has. “I’ve got it better than some. I can do most things – it’s just pain management.” Show of Styles, Kids with Smiles was both a fashion show and a way for her to give back to the hospital. The Children’s Hospital patients are her models, and they love it. “I get them all glammed up for the day.” The first show was in April 2011. “It was the most amazing experience I’ve had. The kids – their personalities are amazing. They have nothing to lose. “They get this superstar attitude. By the third outfit they’re walking like they own the runway.” She remembers a shy three-year-old whose dad held his hand for

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the first two trips down the catwalk, but on the third trip he insisted on going himself – like the big kids. “I want to support their recovery and build them up.” As she became more familiar with the work being done at Children’s, by the staff and the many volunteers, she learned about everything that is still needed, from equipment to children’s toys, and remembers thinking “this hospital should be stacked with stuff for these kids.” And so she helps in her own, unique way. She took a year off last year to focus on school,

but after completing her first year studying communications at Simon Fraser University, she is bringing it back on May 11 at the Hilton Vancouver Metrotown. In the first event, she had a goal of raising $5,000 and overshot by bringing in $7,000. Her goal for the second event is $7,500. Cherie Spence works for the hospital with independent community fundraisers, from

bake sales to gala dinner/dance events. She said the events raise $700,000 per year for the hospital. “So it’s pretty significant for us, and we do rely on people in the community raising funds for us.” She said the first Show of Styles, Kids with Smiles is a great event, and the hospital appreciates the effort that Dean puts into planning the logistics.

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Carissa Dean hosts the Show of Styles Kids with Smiles Spring Fashion Show to raise money for BC Children’s Hospital on May 11 at the Hilton Vancouver Metrotown. Tickets are $30.

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They heard that there had been a bomb, and people had been hurt, and decided to get out of the city. They texted his sister in law, to let people back home know they were safe. “The fortunate thing was that there were a lot of EMS people there,” he said, noting there are always ambulances on hand to deal with the medical emergencies runners may encounter. It was the first Boston Marathon for Di Tomaso. “It was otherwise and amazing day, so I have a lot of mixed feelings.” He won’t let it stop him from returning, or attending other high profile sporting events. “I would go. It would be in the back of my mind somewhere, but how can you stop that? “You can’t live in fear.” U.S. Representative Bill Keating of Massachusetts, a member of the Homeland Security Committee, said no organizations have claimed responsibility for the attacks.

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According to Boston police, the blasts took place approximately two hours after the winners crossed the finish line, at 2:50 p.m. Boston time. The near-simultaneous blasts struck about 90 metres apart, knocking some spectators off their feet. Paramedics rushed to treat the injured; some bloody, others reportedly missing limbs. Maple Ridge’s Sandra Speth watched the coverage on CNN and waited for a phone call. Her 50-year-old husband Martin was at his first trip to one of the world’s most popular races. The news agency advised family members not to bother trying to call through, as cell service was interrruped. She said about half of the runners had finished when the bombs went off. “I’m just hoping that he was slow,” she said on Monday night, hours after the bombs went off. More than five hours after the blasts, and after numerous texts by family members, there had been no response from her husband. “I’m just ill.” Three other local runners in the Boston Marathon from Maple Ridge were Scott Shupe, 48, Mindy Olson, 42, and Diana Jones, 38. Pitt Meadows resident Steve Di Tomaso was able to get a text out to family. The owner of Envision Fitness had finished the marathon about an hour before the blasts, and was about two and a half blocks away, in a Starbucks. He and his wife heard the blasts, but did not think of a terrorist bomb. Then they saw the police and ambulance response, and runners climbing barricades to try and get out

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Silver Valley residents in Maple Ridge will have to take the long way home for six months but it will be worth it in the long run to have a new 232nd Street bridge over the North Alouette River. Construction is set to start in June and be complete by the new year, according to information at an open house at municipal hall Thursday. While the project requires a complete shut down of 232nd Street, just north of 132nd Avenue, a temporary pedestrian bridge will allow walkers and cyclists to cross and make their way up to the new subdivision at the north end of the street. Once work starts however, motorists will have to use 224th Street and drive north up to 136th Avenue and turn right to get into the subdivision. Maple Ridge has bud-

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geted $4.6 million for the project, although it’s still waiting on project bids for the final cost. “The existing bridge is at the end of its service so it’s time to have it replaced,” said municipal engineer Dave Pollock. Bill Archibald with the Haney Horsemen wanted to know if the new bridge will be

higher than the existing wooden bridge. He was told the new bridge will be higher, while the river channel will be one or two metres wider than it currently is. Both steps would minimize debris and log jams during high water periods. Unlike the new 232nd Street bridge over the South Alouette River which has a four-lane foundation, but is still only two lanes, the North Alouette bridge will be built on a twolane foundation that

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The B.C. Liberal Party released its election platform Monday, promising to freeze personal income tax rates for five years and return to its plan to eliminate small business income tax. Premier Christy Clark released the platform at a campaign event in Vancouver, challenging NDP leader Adrian Dix to do the same and to participate in a one-on-one debate on the different visions for the province. The B.C. Liberals’ personal tax freeze does not extend to income above $150,000, which was subject to a 2.1 per cent increase in the government’s February budget. That increase was budgeted to last only two years before returning to the current 14.7 per cent rate. The NDP has pro-

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scenario of two large LNG export facilities and three smaller ones could provide enough revenue to pay off the province’s debt in 15 years. “The NDP’s fiscal plan is a plan to kill liquefied natural gas,” Clark said. NDP MLA Carole James rejected that claim, saying the party has endorsed LNG exports. “LNG revenue is an opportunity, but it’s not going to solve all of our challenges,” James said. The NDP has decided on a staged release of policies, which started in Prince George Monday with promises for new investment in reforestation. Other highlights of the B.C. Liberal platform include: • $3 million a year to upgrade rest stops and visitor centres around B.C. • a B.C. film promotion office in Los Angeles • funds to develop an aerospace and defence contractor industry • a five-year freeze of the carbon tax, previously announced

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in the Canada Poultryman. Ernie’s lane think of guage skills were Ernie an asset when Poignant as he decided that one of ours, life on a chicken because of farm wasn’t for the years he him. He found spent drawwork in the ing weekly Swedish Press cartoons for in Vancouver in Looking Back the Maple 1947, the start Sheila Nickols Ridge Gaof his working zette. He was career in newsactually born papers. in Matsqui (now AbIn 1954, Ernie moved botsford) in 1919, in a to Quesnel to work farming settlement of as a compositor and Swedes and Norwegians linotype operator for the then called Ridgedale. Cariboo Observer, with When Ernie was four a sideline in editorial years old, his Swedish cartooning. It was here grandmother taught he met his wife Rose, him how to draw a and their two children stick man, much to his Valerie and Gary were delight. He has been born. The family moved drawing entertaining to Maple Ridge in 1958, pictures ever since. He where he worked at the continues to present Maple Ridge Gazette as his famous chalk talks compositor and editofor children in hospital rial cartoonist. This and seniors groups in continued until his reAbbotsford, where he tirement in 1983, when still lives at the age of 94 he received the Bronze with his wife Rose. Quill award from the Because he went to Community Newspaper school speaking only Association. Swedish, Ernie was Ernie’s son Gary, made to spend two years now city editor for the in Grade 1. In Matsqui Edmonton Sun, rememHigh School, he put his bers his father’s constant budding talent to work drawing. On Saturday illustrating the advermornings in the 1960s, tisements in the high the two of them would school annual in 1937. walk to the Haney Café He was working on his for coffee and ice cream. cartooning skills, havErnie would take the ing his first published ever- present pencil out cartoon appear in 1940 of his pocket, and draw

Aging Gracefully Speaker Series Seniors Housing and Home Support Options What type of housing is right for you? Anna Truong, Housing Manager from the Seniors Services Society will present on housing available to low income seniors and how to access them. Housing types discussed will range from independent housing to long term care. Home support options will be discussed for those who wish to age in place. Come at 6 pm and view information displays by several of the local private care facilities and home support providers as well as Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Community Services. MSA Museum

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Cartoonist Ernie Poignant was born in Abbotsford.

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When teens themselves get involved in a drug and alcohol forum, parents get a lot more out of it. That has been the experience of Dawn Taylor, the school-based prevention worker for Alouette Addictions Services, who is organizing an upcoming forum called Your Kids and Drugs. It is the fourth year she has run the event, which generally attracts about 75 parents. They learn about drug identification, trends

in narcotics, how to identify whether your child is using drugs or alcohol, and strategies to deal with that situation. It covers ecstasy, marijuana, acid, magic Taylor mushrooms, cocaine, methamphetamine, heroin and “a whole battery of prescription drugs.” The adults can ask the teens virtually anything about the topic, with the proviso that no personal information is asked. “I have about 20 teens who take part, and they’re an amazing, amazing group,” said Taylor. “They (parents) love

the talks with the kids – that’s the best part of the night.” She said they are young people who have had various experiences with and even dependencies on drugs, and they are willing to talk frankly about things adults need to know. “These kids genuinely love helping the parents.” She said parents learn a few shocking facts, not least of which is how available drugs are for their children. “Drugs are so accessible to our teens, everywhere we go,” she said. “Pot is easier for them to get than alcohol.”

She said parents may also be shaken to learn that with the increasing potency of so-called B.C. Bud, teens report some frightening side effects. “More kids experience symptoms of psychosis, even from pot,” she said. Anxiety, paranoia and feelings of insecurity are the most common side effects reported, but some also have had auditory hallucinations.

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ommunity Calendar lists events in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. Notices are free to local non-profit groups courtesy of The News. Drop off details to 22328 119 Ave., fax to 604-463-4741 or e-mail newsroom@ mapleridgenews.com at least a week before the event. Include a contact name and number. (No submissions by phone.) Listings appear as space permits. For guaranteed publication, ask our classified department at 604-467-1122 about non-profit rates. Wednesday, April 17 • Maple Ridge Garden Club meets at 7 p.m. at Fraserview Community Center. Speaker is Brenda Falk from Tanglebank Nursery, speaking on container gardening. Guest fee is $2 drop-in. Remember our annual plant sale on April 27 at St. Patrick’s church from noon to 3 p.m. For info 604-467-2956. • The Pitt Meadows Museum invites early residents of the community to come to the Heritage Hall to reminisce at our Annual Heritage Tea on April 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. Bring pre-1960s photos of the area to share with other guests and with Museum staff and volunteers. For more information contact the

Museum at 604-465-4322 or at pittmeadowsmuseum@telus.net Friday, April 19 • Soirée Familiale and Barn Dance. Music from 6:30-9 p.m. at the Albion Fairgrounds commercial building. A fun, family-friendly evening of dancing to the music of “Alouest,” a music group that brings their own French Canadian West Coast style to music ranging from French folk to Celtic. Tickets are $10 per family with $5 off for CPF members. For tickets email: cpf.ridgemeadows@gmail.com or contact your CPF school representative. • The Garibaldi Art Club Spring Show and Sale opening reception from 7-9 p.m. The show continues April 20 and 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A wide selection of original paintings in a variety of styles and mediums, as well as pottery and ceramics will be featured. Free refreshments will be available all weekend and two gift baskets will be raffled. This is a juried exhibition with a panel of professional jurors selecting works to be displayed. The show location is Fraserview Village Hall on the corner of 227th St and 116th Ave. For infoformation see garibaldiartclub.com.

Saturday, April 20 • The Make it Happen Fashion Show Fundraiser will be held from 5:30-11:30 p.m at the Meadow Gardens Golf Course (19675 Meadow Gardens Way). The $45 admission includes buffet dinner. Funds raised are for the Make A Wish Foundation, to grant wishes to children with life-threatening illness. The event will feature a swim suit fashion show from Mico’s Swimwear, Crazy About Clothes spring fashions, a silent auction, door prizes, 50/50 draw and DJ. Tickets at Mico’s Swimwear in Valleyfair Mall and Crazy about Clothes at 11952-228th St. Call 604-477-0224 or email nancy.mc@telus.net. • Timberline Ranch Family Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 22351-144 Ave. There will be pony rides, petting zoo, hay rides, archery, challenge course, games, barbecue, face-painting, and so much more! Cost is $4 per person with a maximum of $15 per family. Call Grace Jongejan at 604-463-9278 or info@timberlineranch.com. • The Golden Ears Gogos will be holding a perennials plant sale on Earth Day. They will be at the Farmer’s Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Memorial Peace Park. All proceeds go to the Stephen Lewis Foundation Grandmoth-

• Blue Mountain Elementary is hosting a community garage sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., with toys, sporting equipment, household items and more. Table rentals are $15, and those interested can contact joproctor@hotmail.com. Proceeds to the school’s playground improvement project to revitalize the equipment by 2014.

ers’ Campaign which assists grandmothers in Africa who are raising their orphaned grandchildren. • The Bring Back Play Funmobile tour is back after a successful inaugural tour in the fall of 2012! Brought to you by ParticipACTION and Healthy Families BC, the Funmobile tour brings a truck full of fun games, activities and giveaways to parks, events and schools in 33 B.C. communities. It will be at Memorial Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information see healthyfamiliesbc.ca/bringbackplay or participaction.com/bringbackplay. • Haney Farmers Market begins its ninth season with an early market on Earth Day, April 20, in Memorial Peace Park. Fresh, young spring greens will be available, some vegetable starter plants, Sizzlin’ Smokey Dogs, Big Feast and our newest member, Hunger Management food truck. Festivities begin at 10 a.m. through to 2 p.m. One hour fee parking underground. • Marv Jones Honda and Maple Ridge Lions partner to support RMH Foundation with a Trivia Night at Golden Ears Winter Club at 6 p.m. Tickets are $35 and include dinner and a chance to win $250 door prize. Call the foundation office for tickets 604-463-1822.

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The farmers market runs on Saturdays May 11 to Nov. 9. in Memorial Peace Park from May 11 through to Nov. 9. The Dec. 7 winter market will gather together the best of artisans and crafters indoors at the Golden Ears United Church. The Haney Farmers Market is currently taking applications for food and craft vendors. They welcome local growers. All products must be locally made, baked or grown by the vendor. Prepared food vendors must be familiar with

The second annual Freecycle collecting and giving away gently used books, toys, and clothing will take place in the Greg Moore Youth Centre during Earth Day celebrations from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Businesses along 224th Street that will be collecting Freecycle donations from April 15 - 19 include Just Ducky’s, Monkey Business, and T’s – Once Upon a Tea Leaf. People can also bring any donations to a drop-off event on Friday, April 19 between 4-7 p.m. in front of The ACT or to the event itself on April 20. This is a 100 per cent free exchange. Do your part for the planet, by donating or picking up clothing, books or toys that need a second chance. For more information or to volunteer, email earthdayfreecycle@gmail.com.

Recycled Fashion Show Gather in the ACT Lobby from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. to express your design talent and create an outrageous and fashionable outfit made entirely with recycled materials. Members of the District Student Advisory Council will model the outfits at the start of the Earth Day opening ceremonies at 11 a.m.

Green Tech The Vancouver Electric Vehicle Association is back at Earth Day with an array of electric-powered vehicles. New to the park this year are two of the District of Maple Ridge’s eight electric vehicle charging stations. Also participating for the first time is the student-led team behind “KaVroom,” with cars from Maple Ridge Secondary’s annual soapbox derby, taking place on June 1, 2013 on North Avenue. Don’t miss Sun Bright Solar and a display describing plans to create a community-scale home energy retrofit program inspired by the NOW House Project.

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Students find art in earth Behold the power of fish S

tudents from Maple Ridge’s Environmental School will share their passion for the outdoors with art. One of the school’s philosophies is to incorporate curriculum into the natural world, and art is no exception. Karena Harvey, a local artist and parent at the school, leads the students on weekly art adventures, where they engage in a variety of activities and the students are particularly keen to participate in found art. She enjoys this activity with the students because she “loves that every student is so engaged. They produced some beautiful pieces of art.” Students are asked to gather natural items from their surroundings and bring them together to create an interesting piece. The students dream up rock cars being chased by stick tornadoes, birds nests woven out of thin twigs, frogs created out of leaves and more.

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A frog made out of leaves. “It’s such a fun activity to do” shared Gavin Mulcahy, a student at the school. “It’s sort of like a mysterious puzzle, you have to find all the right items, and then try and put them all together.” Stop by the Environmental School tent at Earth Day Celebrations, to learn more and participate in this familycentered activity.

Cycle Recycle A Cycle Recycle station hosted by HUB will be featured again at this year’s Earth Day event to give used bicycles a new lease on life. Thanks to donations by individuals, Maple Ridge Cycle

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Green grannies this year, the Ridge Meadows Seniors Society wanted to get involved with earth Day to raise their profile. Last year saw the seniors surprise the crowd with a tai Chi Flash Mob. this year, keep your eyes open for Zumba Gold, Spanish Dancers, Line Dancers and the Dancing Stars. Info:rmss.org.

eco-film screenings at the ACt One of the main partners for Earth Day 2013, the MRPM Arts Council is partnering with Cinema Politica and the Ridge Meadows Recycling Society to screen films at the ACT Studio Theatre in preparation for BC Arts & Culture Week. • The Clean Bin ProjectIs it possible to live completely waste free? In this multi-award winning, festival favourite, partners Jen and Grant go head to head in a competition to see who can swear off consumerism and produce the least gar-

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“We are practically identical.” Aden Born, tweedledee in Alice in Wonderland “They are alway confused with their names and don’t know who they are,” says Aden Born, agreeing the twin brothers from Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland are downright silly. “We think very highly of manner,” adds Connor Buzza, who plays

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Janna Grant, 10 as Alice and Emma Dougan, 12, as the White Rabbit in eXtreme Theatre’s production of Alice in Wonderland. The first-time thespians have Tweedledum to Born’s Tweedledee. “But we don’t have the best man- memorized their lines and learned their dance steps but admit they are ners.” Cast as the troublesome twins in slightly anxious about being on a eXtreme Theatre’s musical produc- big stage. “I’m fine acting in front of the tion, Born and Buzza are trying to stay in step. They are mimicking class,” says Born, nodding in agreement when Tweedledum interjects each other’s movements to a tee. “We are practically identical,” says that rehearsals have been “tons of fun.” Born, with a laugh.

Aden Born as Tweedledee and Connor Buzza as Tweedledum. “We both think we are song and scene ready,”says Buzza. “The nerves maybe the hardest part.” Featuring two casts of 35 homeschooled students from across Metro Vancouver, Alice in Wonderland is a fast-paced stage adaptation of the Lewis Carroll tale with classic Disney songs including “I’m Late,” “The Un-birthday Song” and “ZipA-Dee-Doo-Dah.” Join Alice’s madcap adventures in Wonderland as she chases the White Rabbit, races the Dodo Bird, gets tied up with the Tweedles, raps with a bubble-blowing Caterpillar, and beats the Queen of Hearts at her own game. Cast as the protagonist, Coquitlam’s Janna Grant is a fan of Al-

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The one local high school track and field meet, the Nick Wilkes Memorial, was hosted by Maple Ridge Secondary on Thursday, and saw some great performances by local athletes. Pitt Meadows coach Lance Kraus has a large team of about 80 mostly young athletes, and they had a serious medal haul. Long jumper Vlad Moldanonov set a new school record in winning Colleen Flanagan/the newS the long jump, and the leaper also went on to take the high jump gold. Maple Ridge secondary Grade 10 student, Natalie Rycroft, competes in girls javelin at the the Nick Wilkes Invitational Track and He is a favourite to win a medal at Field Meet at MRSS Thursday afternoon. the provincial championships this year. Jacob Gowler won the javelin, and also took second in the 100m race. Olivia Moriconi is a thrower who won the discus and shot put events, and would likely have won the hammer throw if it was held on the day. Grade 8 Liam Foster won the 3,000 m steeplechase event by a large margin. The fleet Pitt senior boys relays finished in first, second and fifth places in the 4x100 meter race. The second largest team was that of the host Ramblers. Grade 9 Abisayo Ajibike took second in 100 m sprint, as did Grade 10 Claire Liversidge. Senior Liam Watt took third. Grade 8 Aimee Milliard was bronze in the 400m. Grade 9 Nicholas Cowley was third in that event, and Grade 9 Ryan Ibbitt won it. Cowley also took second in the javelin. Grade 8 Elise Carelse and Grade 10 Rosie Elphick both won the 100m races. Grade 10s Natalie Rycroft took second in the high jump, and Emily Murray third. Payten Smith won the senior girls shotput, and Monique Lisek won the senior girls 400m. The Meadowridge team had Grade 8 Om Vora take second in the discus. Grade 8 Richard Laurie won the Colleen Flanagan /the newS discus, Grade nine Ellie Dockerty Clockwise from left: finished third in the high jump, and Thomas Laurie placed second in high jump. Pitt Meadows secondary student Jacob Gowler, Grade 10 Madysen McNeil of SRT middle, competes in the boys 100 meter heat. He won the 1,500m race. took second in the event. The B.C. high school track and field championships, which have Liam Watt, Grade 11 at Meadowridge school, comtraditionally been held at Burnabyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s petes in the boys long jump event. His leap was good Swangard Stadium, will instead be for fifth place. contested at Langleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s McLeod Athletic Park in both 2013 and 2014. Maple Ridge secondary Grade 10 student, Ethan They were held at Swangard from 1975 to 1993, in Coquitlam from Coumont, left, competes in the boys 2000 meter 1994 to 1999, and then back at steeplechase at the the Nick Wilkes Invitational Swangard from 2000 to 2012. Track and Field Meet. The two-day meet, which features thousands of competitors, will be held May 31 and June 1.

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Goalie picked for B.C. Cup Pitt Meadows goaltender Liam McCloskey has been chosen for the B.C. Hockey under-16 provincial high performance program. He will play on Team Wild for an eight-team tournament that will be played out this weekend, April 18-21 in Salmon Arm. It is called the B.C. Cup. The purpose of the high performance program is to identify future Team Canada players.

MMA gets commissioner for province The sport of mixed martial arts (MMA) will have a new commissioner and new regulations in the province. The B.C. government has approved a regulation setting May 30 as the effective date for the Athletic Commissioner Act to come into force and for the BC Athletic Commissioner to begin operations. This new provincial regulatory regime will work to enhance the safety of participants in professional boxing and mixed martial arts (MMA) through consistent regulation, said a government press release. The commissioner will replace local commissions that currently regulate these sports in their communities, providing a more consistent regulatory approach.

Lawn bowling club invites new members The Maple Ridge Lawn Bowling Club, at 11445-232nd Ave in Maple Ridge, will be holding an open house for each of the next two Saturdays, April 20 and 27, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. will be opportunities to meet people of all ages, enjoy the outdoor air and participate in a game. Inquiries can be made by phoning George at 604-466-8739.

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With three teams from Mexico providing international flavour, Westview secondary held its second annual soccer exchange and international tournament over five days ending on Thursday. There were eight girls teams and eight boys in the event, for students in Grades 8-10. The boys final came down to a shootout between Tepeyac and Sullivan Heights. Sullivan Heights (Surrey) scored in the first few minutes of the game, but the Mexicans answered late to put the game into overtime. Another 10 minutes of extra time decided nothing, but Sullivan Heights wins 5-4 in a shootout. “The soccer is very good,” said organizer Dennis Schmidt. “The final went to a shootout, and it came down to the last shooter.” The tall Surrey boys keeper dove for a Tepayac shot labelled for the top corner in the first round of the shootout, and that was the

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The next generation Owen Nutland, middle, on team Fire Sticks, shoots on net during a mini-tykes game against the Foxes at the Thomas Haney lacrosse box on Sunday morning. The new season of minor lacrosse has begun, and mini-tykes play every Sunday morning at the Pitt Meadows arena.

Slavin named to national position The Canadian Ball Hockey Association (CBHA) has chosen Gary Slavin from Maple Ridge as its new minors high performance director. Slavin took on the organization of a street hockey league after school as a teen, and this early ball hockey experience was just the start of a long and successful career in ball hockey as a player, coach, father (of two young players) and league executive. Over the last seven years he has coached one or two teams in ‘house’ league in addition to coaching competitively in two provincials, seven Western Challenge Cups, six Junior Nationals and one Junior World Championship. During this period Slavin also served on the executives of the Ridge Meadows Minor Ball Hockey and West Coast Minor Ball Hockey Associations. In 2012 Gary was appointed general manager of U16 and U18 Junior Team Canada, and sat on the CBHA Junior Team Canada High Performance Committee.

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In loving memory of Donald Blizzard Aug. 1929 ~ April 2012 Gone dear Don, gone forever. How we miss your smiling face But you left us to remember No one on earth can take your place. A happy home we once enjoyed How sweet the memory still But death has left a loneliness The world can never fill. Love always and forever, Loving wife Audrey and Family

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HEWITT - Frederick Born August 28th, 1932 in Medicine Hat, AB, Fred passed away peacefully, April 11, 2013 at Royal Columbian Hospital, New Westminster, BC, in the presence of his family. Fred silently fought a diverse number of ailments while never complaining, he maintained a sense of humour and an optimistic outlook on life. Fred is predeceased by his parents Frank and Matilda and brother Charles of Nanaimo. Fred will be deeply missed and is survived by his brothers Hugh (Mary) UK, Clifford (Hilda) AB, wife Mary, children Laurie (Bob), Fred Jr., David, Grant (Anita), faithful and devoted companion, Sheeba, grandchildren, great - grandchildren, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations to BC Guide Dog Services, at www.bcquidedog.com would be kindly appreciated. No service by request. To view the full obituary and leave condolences for the family please visit: www.GardenHill.ca

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HEPPNER, John January 3rd, 1928 April 5, 2013 We are saddened to announce the passing of our dear father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and uncle. Born in Drake, Sask., he moved to BC in 1948, where he had a number of jobs before finding his chosen career in pile driving and bridge building with Fraser River Pile and Dredge. He loved his job, and the many characters he worked with. John enjoyed sports and was a good athlete, playing baseball, golf and curling. He hunted, fished and was a great card player, gambler and storyteller. But mostly, John loved his family, was a father who led by example, and showed us how to love. His devotion and care of his wife Nora was truly inspiring. He will not be forgotten. Predeceased by his beloved wife Nora, stepson Jeff, sisters Tina and Anne. He is survived by his children Paul (Linda), Kathy, Heather (Mark), and John, and his stepchildren David, Norm (Nita), Judy (David), Joe (Angie), and Jon (Cameen) and grandchildren Bradley (Celeste), Tyson (Crystal), Mason, Ineke, Jessica (Jason), Amanda , Nils, Lucas, Izak, Tiare, and great-grandchildren Aleigha, Nora, and Greyson. Also survived by siblings, Mary, Carol (George), Connie, David (Kathy), Sandra (Francis), Ben (Karen) and many nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held at 2pm on April 20th, 2013 at Garden Hill Funeral Home, 11765 224th St, Maple Ridge. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the Kidney Foundation could be made. Expressions of sympathy can be made at www.gardenhill.ca

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LAHNERT, Jackie 74, of Maple Ridge, passed away on the evening of April 12, 2013. She was born in Mexico City on April 18, 1938 and lived there until she married Jakob Lahnert in 1972 and moved to Vancouver. Less than a year later, the family moved to Maple Ridge. Jackie loved to travel and was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her children Ana (Rob) and Werner Lahnert as well as her grandchildren Jaedyn, Natalie and Stephanie. She will be missed by family in Mexico, France and the USA as well as her friends. A Mass will be held for her at St. Luke’s Parish in Maple Ridge on Thursday April 18 at 11 am and a burial on Saturday April 20 at 11 am at Maple Ridge Cemetery. A special thanks for all your kindness to the doctors and nurses at MR Hospital. Condolences may be sent to www.mapleridgefuneral.ca

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OBITUARIES

QUAYLE, Anthony Born January 31st 1923 in Liverpool, England. Passed away April 12th 2013 in Royal Columbia Hospital, Vancouver. It is with sadness that we advise of the passing of Anthony (Tony) Quayle. Predeceased by loving wife of 50 years Doreen in 1994. Father of son Frank (Kathy), daughter Patricia and son Anthony. Grandad and great-grandad, uncle, brother in law and friend to many people all over the world. Great friend to Grace. You have left a huge hole in all our hearts. Wish you love, light and laughter on your next journey. We will miss all your stories. You fought hard right until the end and passed with great dignity surrounded by your loving family. We are all proud of your strength guidance and wisdom. GOODNIGHT GOD BLESS Love You !!!! xx Prayers and Viewing April 17th 2013 at 8:15pm in St. Patrick’s Catholic Church Maple Ridge BC. Service April 18th 2013 at 11am at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church (22561 121 Ave, Maple Ridge). Followed by reception in the Church Hall. All Welcome: Donations to the Cancer society in his name. Maple Ridge Funeral Chapel (Osborn’s) overseeing arrangements. Condolences may be sent to www.mapleridgefuneral.ca

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VACATION SPOTS

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LOST: Men’s Sunglasses Spy- on Wed. April 10th in Pitt Meadows. Pls call 778-689-7719

CHILDREN

PUDDLE D (Duck) Children’s Ctr Preschool Daycare 21/2 to 5 years Before &/or After school care K ~ 12 years Davie Jones Edith McDermott Highland Park Pitt Meadows Programs included: Arts, Science, Music, Math, Dramatic Play & Sports Fully licensed, Qualiﬁed E.C.E. Caregivers & Teachers Close to major route

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“Where Learning is Childs Play” Has immediate openings. $650/mo Including meals/crafts etc. Call Lori

If YES, call or email for your

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and protect your right to compensation. 778.588.7049 Toll Free: 1.888.988.7052 Julie@LawyersWest.ca www.LawyersWest.ca

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Digital Services Specialist Black Press B.C. has an immediate opportunity to join our Digital Operations team. Reporting to the VP of Digital Operations, the Digital Services Specialist is a full-time, permanent position based in Surrey, B.C. We are recruiting a champion to develop, implement and support the online tools that will drive traffic, engage and maintain readership for the 90 websites in Black Press B.C. Working with a team of web developers and engineers, you will source, develop then administer resources to empower our newspapers’ staff to manage online content. Among core responsibilities, you will: t -JBJTF XJUI BMM EJWJTJPOT PG #MBDL 1SFTT UP champion our Digital content delivery strategies; t 1SPWJEF POHPJOH TVQQPSU BOE USBJOJOH UP PVS newsrooms to deliver our cultural shift to become a truly multi-media organization; t 8SJUF BOE NBOBHF USBJOJOH BOE QSPKFDU documentation and timelines; t 8PSL XJUI B WBSJFUZ PG QBSUOFST WFOEPST BOE internal clients; t 5BLF PXOFSTIJQ UP NBOBHF QSPKFDU SFTPVSDFT based on fluid priorities; You have experience with: t POMJOF OFXTQBQFS QVCMJTIJOH t QSPKFDU NBOBHFNFOU t XFC BOBMZUJDT BOE TPDJBM NFEJB TUSBUFHJFT t CVJMEJOH USBJOJOH NBUFSJBMT BOE DPBDIJOH QFPQMF Qualifications - you have the ability to: t DIBNQJPO JOJUJBUJWFT ZPVST BOE PUIFST BOE deliver timely results; t åOE DSFBUJWF TPMVUJPOT UP DPNQMFY DIBMMFOHFT t MJTUFO BOE SFTQPOE PCKFDUJWFMZ UP OFX JEFBT t NBOBHF NVMUJQMF QSJPSJUJFT TJNVMUBOFPVTMZ VOEFS pressure; t NBLF DPODJTF SFDPNNFOEBUJPOT XIJMF XPSLJOH with a range of personalities. Apply with cover letter, CV and 3 references by Friday, April 5, 2013 to Elizabeth Dutton, VP Digital Operation - edutton@blackpress.ca No calls please. We thank all applicants. Only those shortlisted will be contacted for interviews. www.blackpress.ca

EDUCATION

Interested in SALES? Outgoing? Motivated? Gregg Distributors (BC) Ltd. is looking for individuals to fill Outside Sales positions. We offer excellent growth & compensation possibilities. Knowledge of the Industrial & H.D. industries are an asset. Training will be provided to help achieve your full potential. Please fax resumes to: 604.888.4688 or visit Employment Opportunities at www.greggdistributors.ca

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION RATED #2 for work-at-home. Train with the top-rated accredited school in Canada. Financing and student loans available. Contact CanScribe today at 1-800-466-1535 www.canscribe.com.

Rainbow Club

LICENSED DAYCARE

Denied Long-Term Disability Beneﬁts or Other Insurance?

PROFESSIONAL SALES ASSOCIATES

DREAMING...

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

of a NEW CAREER?

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UP TO

EDUCATION

$1000

OFF TUITION THIS SPRING

FEBRUARY 25 - MAY 24

Program Position This position is (Regular Full Time) at 35 hrs./per wk.

INTRO TO COMPUTER TRAINING INTRO TO BOOKKEEPING JOB SKILLS TRAINING AVAILABLE

SPROTTSHAW.COM

FARM WORKERS

This position requires union membership. This position is open to male and female applicants.

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

AUJLAS’ FARMS LTD

CLASS 1 OWNER OPERATOR’S & COMPANY DRIVERS • HIGHWAY (BC Interior & AB.) • FAST-CARDED (Washington and Oregon)

WE OFFER; • STEADY F/T WORK • COMPETITIVE WAGES • EXTENDED MEDICAL & DENTAL BENEFITS • OPPORTUNITIES FOR ADVANCEMENT

Our organization is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from Aboriginal people, members of visible minority groups and women.

604.457.3600

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www.comservice.bc.ca Please forward resume to: sdupre@comservice.bc.ca by: April 19th 2013

Please submit resume & current drivers abstract to: bccareers @canadacartage.com or fax: 604-888-5887

CALL MAPLE RIDGE:

EDUCATION

For further information please refer to our website at:

Requirements/Qualiﬁcations: · Valid BC issued Class 1 license & min. one (1) year of safe driving experience · Driver’s abstract · Knowledge of HOS / DOT regulations · Professional in appearance

Financial Aid May Be Available

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Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Community Services is an equal opportunity employer.

DIPLOMA PROGRAMS:

ACCELERATED COURSES:

Van Kam’s group of companies req. Owner Operators for our Surrey based terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience / training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee beneﬁts package. Email a detailed resume and current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call Mark 778-866-5497 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility. Thank you for your interest however only those of interest to us will be contacted.

Position starting Asap

*conditions apply ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT

OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS

Program Name

Mental Health Facilitator

Check out bcclassified.com’s Employment and Career Sections in the 100’s for information 604-575-5555

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES All Cash Vending Route. Earn $72,000 Year Potential. 9 Secured Hi-Traffic Locations. Investment Required $3,600 + Up. Safe Quick Return. 888-979-8363

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

DRIVER/ clean up person required for equipment rental store. Must be available Monday to Saturday 7 am to 5 pm Apply in person with resume and drivers abstract at 20850 Lougheed Hwy Maple Ridge DREAMING of a new career? Look in bcclassified.com’s

Class 109 Career Opportunities! Why not make your dream a reality?

FARM LABOURERS required 5 or 6 Days/Week 40 or 50 Hours/Week $10.25/Hour Horticultural work such as: Planting, pruning, spacing and harvesting the crop. Employment starts early July’13 Submit your application to: Phone: 604-465-8153 or by Fax:604-465-9340 or by mail:12554 Woolridge Rd., Pitt Meadows, B.C. V3Y 1Z1

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FOSTER/SOCIAL CARE

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

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

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HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

PART-TIME Stylist for Personal Touch Hair Care @ Senior Center Maple Ridge. Please call Barb @ 604-809-9007

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HELP WANTED

$100-$400 CASH DAILY for Landscaping Work! Competitive, Energetic, Honesty a MUST!

PropertyStarsJobs.Com AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN required at Jenner Chevrolet in Victoria BC. Rare opportunity for a top performing, quality & customer focused team player. Email: mgray@jennerchev.com EXPERIENCED Lane Closure Tech’s and Traffic Control people req’d. immediately. 604-996-2551 or email Traffic_King@shaw.ca

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PERSONAL SERVICES

TRADES, TECHNICAL

CONCRETE FINISHERS & Form Setters. Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete finishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and Northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work; Jobs@RaidersConcrete.com. Fax 780-444-9165

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LEGAL SERVICES

Are you applying for or have you been denied Canada Pension Plan disability benefits? Do not proceed alone. Call Allison Schmidt 1-877-793-3222 www.dcac.ca

Want your event or services to be a success? Advertise across the lower mainland in the 17 best-read community newspapers.

Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic

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

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.

BENEFIT PACKAGE!

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WAREHOUSE

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

CLEANING SERVICES

A PERFECT SHINE Residential & Commercial Cleaning 604-619-3796 Vi

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

HOUSECLEANING

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Apply in person at: #205, 1515 Broadway St, Port Coquitlam

“Where Quality matters more than Quantity” Reasonable Rates. Free Estimates. Call Marv:

COUNTER PERSON

before 11am or after 1pm.

604-465-5955

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All Maple Ridge Locations

Email resume to: subway_careers@shaw.ca

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MEDICAL/DENTAL HEALTH CARE WORKER NEEDED

On-call position in Maple Ridge. With CSW & MHW, Care Aide. Must be able to cook. Shift work. Union wages.

Ph: (604)467-3377 Mon-Fri, 10am-5pm.

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TEACHERS

READING Problems SOLVED! Programs to strengthen the weak phonological processing and cognitive abilities--the root cause of reading problems. Grants and Autism Funding available. Accomplished Learning Centres. 604-539-1386 www.accomplished.ca

AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

GARDENING

Monthly Lawn Maintenance Home Renovations and New Construction Kitchens, Bathrooms, Flooring, Drywall, Garages, Decks & more * 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE* INSURED ~ WCB

Dean 604-834-3076

D Garden Blend Soil D Lawn Blend Soil D Custom Blends avail. D Composted Mushroom Manure NO Wood byproducts used

When QUALITY Matters

7 Days / Week

all soils are tested for Optimum growing requirements.

Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd.

17607 Ford Road Pitt Meadows

✶ Bark Mulch ✶ Lawn & Garden Soil ✶ Drain Gravel ✶ Lava Rock ✶ River Rock ✶Pea Gravel

(604)465-1311

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100% Heating & Plumbing 24/7 Certified, Insured & Bonded RELIABLE & AFFORDABLE

604-465-3189

Journeyman Call 604-345-0899

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MISC SERVICES

meadowslandscapesupply.com

✶Dump Site Now Open✶ SBroken Concrete RocksS $23.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $23.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds

mariescustomizedcleaning @gmail.com

FULL PLUMBING SERVICES • Hvac Gas Fitting • Electrical *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service

C & C Electrical Mechanical

604-475-7077

$59.00 Per Ton

Local lady has immed. openings. Hardworking, reliable, efficient. Refs. avail. (778)231-0709

Meadows Landscape Supply

604-465-1311 CHECK CLASSIFIEDS bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005

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MOVING & STORAGE

172 ASTROLOGY/PSYCHICS

SPIRITUAL

Psychic Healer Specializing in Palm, Tarot Cards, Crystal Ball Readings. Reunites loved ones Solve all problems of life.

One visit will amaze you! CALL TODAY FOR A BETTER TOMORROW.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

$45/Hr

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

Kitchen & Bathrooms Specialists, complete renos, tub to counter, from floor to wall, proud BBB Member. Refs. 30 yrs. exp. John @ 604779-4029. www.bcbwreno.ca

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

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NO JOB TOO SMALL Serving Lower Mainland 25 Years! *Prepare *Form *Place *Finish *Granite & Interlocking Block Walls *Stairs *Driveways *Exposed Aggregate *Stamped Concrete. *Interlocking Bricks *Sod Placement EXCELLENT REF’S -WCB Insured

Borrow Up To $25,000

No Credit Checks! Cash same day, local office.

www.PitStopLoans.com 604-777-5046

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329 PAINTING & DECORATING

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

Home & Yard Clean Ups

Free Estimate 18 years experience in Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows

“ ABOVE THE REST “ Interior & Exterior Unbeatable Prices & Professional Crew. • Free Est. • Written Guarantee • No Hassle • Quick Work • Insured • WCB

604.230.1634 or 604.467.3724

778-997-9582

www.bulldogdisposal.ca

Pay-Less Pro Painting

RECYCLE-IT!

Fencing & Allan Block

ELECTRICAL

DC ELECTRIC (#37544). Bonded. We specialize in jobs too small for the big guys! *24 HOUR SERVICE* 30Yrs exp. Free est. 604-460-8867.

DUTCH TOUCH

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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D Free estimates D Insured Licensed D References Residential D Pressure Washing

604-463-3644 604-861-1490

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Green Services Ltd

15% SENIORS DISCOUNT A+ Rating with BB Bureau C & C Electrical Mechanical • ELECTRICAL • FULL PLUMBING SERVICES • HVAC GAS FITTING *Licensed *Insured 24hr. Emergency Service

604-475-7077 Call Don @ RIDGE MEADOWS ELECTRIC Lic/Bonded. Small Jobs. 604-462-0480 / 604-861-7418

•Lawn Cuts/Trim •Aerating •Leaf Cleanup •Power Rake •Hedge & Shrub Trimming •Pruning Trees •23 yrs. exp. •Insured •Free Estimates

Brad 778-552-3900 283A

HANDYPERSONS

INTERIOR *Painting *Repairs *Alterations *Design. SENIORS DISCOUNT. Glenn 778-873-8300

(#102055) Bonded

Specializing in Renos New Const, (Comm./Res.) Free Estimates 778.885.7074 Trent Reisinger

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

20YRS exp. in tiles, hardwood, bath and kitchen reno’s and more visit www.futuristichomeservices.com or call 604-916-0046

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Bulldog Disposal Co.

Lawn Care

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10% OFF - Call 604.812.9721 AMG ROOFING & SIDING. Re-roofing, new roof, gutters. WCB

604.726.7542

Gardening

Weeding W New Turf Fertilizing W Moss Control Power Raking W Aeration

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

Spring Clean-up Rubbish Removal Located in Maple Ridge Call Matt

Flower Beds W Allan Blocks Bark Mulch W River Lava Rock

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

Paint - Pressure - Wash Window Clean - Roofs - Driveways *Apts *Strata *Business *Homes Seniors 10% Off. Ph: 604-319-1993

Handyman Services

LANDSCAPING

Trimming W Pruning W Topping Clean-upW Garbage Removal

DRYWALL

REACH

Advertise across the lower mainland in the 17 best-read community newspapers. Call bcclassified.com at 604-575-5555

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S. H. LANDSCAPING TREE SERVICES

Leo: 604-657-2375 / 604-462-8620

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HOME REPAIRS

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

604-618-6401 Marcel Repairs, Maintenance, Renovation Guaranteed work, Free Estimate

HERFORT CONCRETE

Need CA$H Today? Own A Vehicle?

A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.

UNIQUE CONCRETE DESIGN

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Borrow Against Your Vehicle!

CONCRETE & PLACING

PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

Local & Long Distance

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PLUMBING

LOCAL PLUMBER $45 Service call Plumbing, Heating, plugged drains. Mustang Plumbing 778-714-2441

PICK-UP ...... or .... DELIVERY

AFFORDABLE MOVING

www.topdogloans.com 604.503.BARK (2275)

NOW HIRING Evening Shifts

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

604-465-9812 1-800-663-5847

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Must be friendly & outgoing. Apply in person with resume to:

12139 Harris Rd., Pitt Meadows

Running this ad for 8yrs

(Turn right 1st road East of Pitt River Bridge from Vancouver)

604-618-6401 Marcel. Ceramic Tiles, Hardwood Laminate Guaranteed work, Free Estimate.

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Permanent Part-Time position.

The Lunch Doctor

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

16897 Windsor Road Pitt Meadows

. Expert Power Washing. Gutters cleaned & repaired. www.expertpowerwashing. Mike, 604-961-1280

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

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PAINT SPECIAL

Call Candice:604-777-2195

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LANDSCAPING

Instant Grassifacation!

FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

Fun promos! $11/hr to start, up to $20/hr. No commissions. No sales, no experience, no problem. Start work at noon.

SERVICE ADVISOR Tired of the Rat Race? The Rain? Live and work in the Okanagan (Skiing, Boating, Fishing, etc) Busy Honda Dealership requires a Driven, Energetic person, who’s #1 goal is to exceeded our customer’s expectations. Is this you? Email you resume in confidence to: pat@bannisterhonda.com

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Call 604-781-7031

(604)462-0408

Full Time Workers Needed

GUARANTEED Job Placement: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas Industry. Call 24hr Free Recorded Message For Information 1-800-972-0209

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

KITCHEN, BATHROOM, DECK, WHEELCHAIR ACCESS Fully Insured. References Avail.

Call Marie 604-467-1118

# 101-1125 Nicola Avenue Port Coq. (behind COSTCO)

604-468-8889

Specialist in Home Improvement for Seniors

Prompt Delivery Available

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOUSE RENO’S

CEDAR & CHAINLINK FENCING

Ph: 604.465.5376 Cell: 604.318.4514

* Move- ins / Out * Staging *Inside Windows / Blinds * Organizing Gift Cards for any occasion

required for COMMERCIAL LAUNDRY in Port Coquitlam. 8am-4:30pm Mon-Fri. $11/hr + beneﬁts

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- Power Raking Aerating - Moss Control Fertilizing - Hedges - Pruning

PERSONAL SERVICES

F/T INSIDE WORKERS

FENCING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Weekly Lawn Mowing

WAREHOUSE SHIPPER receiver for local Port Coquitlam Company. This person should be able to take direction well and be a fast learner. The job will include shipping, receiving and packaging product. Wage is 14.00 per hour with yearly increases and benefits after 3 months. Hours are 8-5. Fax resumes to 604-554-0199 or email: terry675@gmail.com

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

JAGUAR LANDSCAPING Lawn & Garden Service. Design, Pruning, Lawns, Cleanups, Comm/ Res. (604)466-1369

SPRING EXT/INT SPECIAL LOOK for our YARD SIGNS

Scott 604-891-9967 HUNGRY PAINTERS ceiling, walls, trim, power washing Int/Ext Spray, Brush & Roll 604-467-2532 BUSINESS AND FINANCE: Seeking a business opportunity or partner? Posting legal notices? Need investors, agents or distributors, this is where you advertise. Call

bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

Residential / Commercial

No Job Too Small Free Estimates ~ 7 Days/Wk

Call Tony 604-834-2597

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!

604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

329 PAINTING & DECORATING CALL

604-595-4970 Rated best painting & moulding company (2010 & 2012) by consumers.

www.benchmarkpainting.homestars.com

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

MISC. FOR SALE

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

RENTALS 750

SUITES, LOWER

TRANSPORTATION 810

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

TOPSOIL

• • •

SCREENED TOPSOIL MUSHROOM MANURE BARK MULCH 604-467-3003

www.jonesbroscartageltd.com

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SUNDECKS

2007 Springdale 31 ft 5th Wheel RV. RV is in excellent condition with a great floor plan. Owner since new and used only 2 weeks a year. Has rear kitchen with a large tip-out. Sleeps 6. Light weight. Priced low @ $16,500.00 Please call 604 7887552 or email @jwrae@shaw.ca AT LAST! An iron filter that works. IronEater! Fully patented Canada/U.S.A. Removes iron, hardness, smell, manganese. Since 1957. Visit our 29 innovative inventions; www.bigirondrilling.com. Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON.

GOVERNMENT STYLE CAMP FIREPITS $100 ~ without grill $150 ~ with grill Steel plate & sea containers avail

Steve 604-792-3434 (Chilliwack) targetjackiesales@gmail.com Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-782-9108 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

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TREE SERVICES

Your LOCAL Tree Service, For Honest Prices & Quality Work Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certified Arborist

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MERIDIAN VILLAGE – PORT COQUITLAM 2 Bedroom Apartments Available! Daycare on site RENTS between $880.00 – $930.000 Attractive modern units, in a safe, all ages community. Amenities include, playground, on site laundry facilities & secure parking in a certified Crime Free Multi Housing complex. Close to schools and parks with shopping near by. Pet friendly (some exceptions apply). If your combined monthly family income is between $2600.00 – $4650.00 you may be qualified for market rent. If your income is lower than these ranges call BC Housing 604-433-2218. For further info call 604-451-6075 to view. Metro Vancouver Housing PORT COQUITLAM

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New home w/riverview in Ruskin. Pet/fam ok. $89,800 with $505 pad rent. Chuck 604-830-1960.

LOCAL HAY FOR SALE. First cut $6/bale. Good Quality! 60lb bale average. Pitt Meadows. Call 604-505-4087.

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Various downtown locations. Avail. Now! Updated and well maintained. Various sizes 320sf. - 2000sf. Starting at $495/month.

MAPLE RIDGE CENTRAL 1 bdrm apt, $750/mo incl heat, h/w, N/P. Avail immed. Call 604-476-6683.

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MAPLE RIDGE Central Spacious 1 bdrm apt. Deck, lndry facil, prkg. NS/NP $630 May1st. 604-937-3534

Airedale Terrier pups. P/b, ckc reg., micro, health guar, 604-8192115. email: lovethem@telus.net BORDER COLLIE PUPPIES P/B. M/F. Black & white. Vet checked. 1st shots, $600. Call 604-250-4360 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 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 POMERANIAN pups. Ready to go. M & F. Health guar. 778-838-2700. www.pomeraniansbyparis.com SHELTIE DOGS - 2F 1M. (two are 5mo/old) Ready May1st. Pick now. Whelping box avail. 604-826-6311

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560

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RENTALS 700

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Large 2 br located in a Central Coq Co-op. $810/mo. No subsidy. Close to transit, schools, and shopping. Sandy 604 945 5864 sandy@terramanagement.ca

Not your average apt. but 1200 sf of luxurious living space, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, F/P, cov. patio, hrd. wd. flrs, Kitch. fully loaded with highend appls, and solid granite cntr tops, lndry rm with full size W/D. Close to shopping, schls, golf and bus route. Avl. May 1st. $1550/mth. 604-469-6990.

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746

ROOMS FOR RENT

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Rooms from $445/mo. Fully Furn, weekly maid service, cable TV, private bath, on bus route, 5/min walk to commuter rail.

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PITT MEADOWS 1300 sqft 3 bdrm, 2 bath. Pets ok. $1400 + 1/2 utils. Avail May 1st. 604-727-7071

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TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

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604.465.7713 750

Notice is hereby given that on April 21st 2013 at 12:30pm at 20288 - 113B Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC, the undersigned; ADVANCED Storage Centres will sell at Public Auction, by competitive bidding, the personal property heretofore stored with the undersigned.

CARS - DOMESTIC

2000 BUICK REGAL GS - private 117K, leather, heated seats, s/roof, IMMAC! $4900/obo. 778-565-4334

845

SUITES, LOWER

COQUITLAM, bright, clean Reno’d 1 bdrm bsmt suite, priv entry, $650 NS NP. May 1. (604)926-8868 COQUITLAM Capehorn. Deluxe 2 bdrm +office, gr/lvl, 1000 s/f, share w/d, pet ok, ns/nd, $1100 incl utils, cbl, net. Avail May1. 604-540-7899. COQUITLAM Como Lk/Thermal Dr. 1200 s/f, 2bdr bsmt suite, inste w/d, nr Como Lk Shopping Cntr. May1st. $1000 +1/3utils. 604-780-1099. MAPLE RIDGE 1 Bdrm plus. Priv. entry/laundry, NS/NP, $750/mo incl utils. Call: 604-463-1043 MAPLE RIDGE. 2 Bdrm bsmt suite in new home, near 240th, 5 min walk to bus stop & grocery. Private entry, own lndry. N/P, N/S. $825/mo incl utils. Avail now. Call 604-9700431. 778-847-0431

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MISSION; 4 BDRM, 2 bath, whole house. $1350/mo. N/S, N/P. Avail May 1st. Call: (604)852-5679

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PORT MOODY, Hrtg Mtn. 2 bdrm ste, sep ent & W/D, d/w prkg patio cble, int, utils incl $800. NS/NP. May1. 604-469-2455,604-723-1530

MAPLE RIDGE - near Hospital. Clean 2 bdrm house on acreage with F/S & W/D. Ref’s req’d. NS/NP. Avail May 1st. $1200/mo. 604-850-3598 or 604-309-9711.

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PORT COQUITLAM 2 bdrm ste, pri entry, clean & quiet. $800 incl utils, F/S. Avail now. N/S. (778)997-1630

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MAPLE RIDGE. Quiet, clean 2 bdr sunny SxS duplex, fncd yd, priv setting. ns/np. $850. 604-240-8358

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PORT COQUITLAM 2 bdrm grnd lvl d/w, w/d, lam flrs, pri entry, $900 + 1/2 utils. Avl now. (604)464-4794

PORT COQUITLAM, 1500 - 3000 sq ft. Ground floor commercial area. Facing onto city park. 1 blk from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.

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PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1030/mo - $1134/mo. Shares req’d. Close to WCE, schools & shopping. No subsidy available. 19225 119th Ave. For more info & to book an appt. call 604-465-1938

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2013

HWY: 5.3L/100 KM CITY: 7.8L/100 KM▼

UPGRADE FROM GL TO GLS AT

GLS FEATURES INCLUDE: PANORAMIC SUNROOF • 16" ALLOY WHEELS • FOG LIGHTS • POWER DRIVER’S SEAT • UNDERFLOOR CARGO STORAGE BOX • SUNSHADE BAND • CLOTH INSERT DOOR TRIM • ILLUMINATED VANITY MIRRORS WITH EXTENSION • ILLUMINATED IGNITION

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2013

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SE FEATURES INCLUDE: 200HP • 18" HYPER-SILVER ALLOYS • DUAL EXHAUST • HEATED LEATHER SEATS • POWER DRIVER SEAT • POWER SUNROOF • FOG LIGHTS • SPORT SUSPENSION • SIRIUS XM RADIO WITH BLUETOOTH® HANDS FREE PHONE SYSTEM

($3,400 IN VALUE)

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TUCSON GL AWD

2013

HWY: 7.4L/100 KM CITY: 10.2L/100 KM▼

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GL AWD FEATURES INCLUDE: ALL-WHEEL-DRIVE • iPOD®/USB/MP3/ AUXILIARY INPUT JACKS • POWER HEATED EXTERIOR MIRRORS • EZ LANE CHANGE ASSIST • FRONT HEATED SEATS • KEYLESS ENTRY WITH SECURITY SYSTEM • BLUETOOTH® HANDS FREE PHONE SYSTEM • CRUISE CONTROL

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The Hyundai names, logos, product names, feature names, images and slogans are trademarks owned by Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. Fuel consumption for 2013 Elantra GT GLS 6-Speed Manual/ (HWY 5.3L/100KM; City 7.8L/100/KM)/Sonata SE Auto (HWY 5.6L/100KM; City 8.7L/100KM)/Tucson GL AWD Auto (HWY 7.4L/100KM, City 10.2L/100KM) are based on Energuide. Actual fuel efficiency may vary based on driving conditions and the addition of certain vehicle accessories. Fuel economy figures are used for comparison purposes only. Price of models shown 2013 Elantra GT SE Tech 6-Speed Auto/ Sonata Limited/Tucson Limited AWD is $27,844/$30,564/$34,109. Prices include Delivery and Destination charges of $1,495/$1,565/$1,760. Registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, charges, license fees and all applicable taxes are excluded. Delivery and Destination charge includes freight, P.D.E., dealer admin fees and a full tank of gas. Price adjustments are calculated against the vehicle’s starting price. Price adjustments of up to $2,200/$3,400/$2,000 available on 2013 Elantra GT GLS 6-Speed Manual/ Sonata SE Auto/Tucson GL AWD Auto. Price adjustments applied before taxes. Offer cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other available offers. Offer is non-transferable and cannot be assigned. No vehicle trade-in required. *Purchase, finance or lease an in-stock 2013 Accent/Elantra/Elantra Coupe/Elantra GT/Veloster Genesis Coupe/Sonata/Sonata HEV/Santa Fe Sport/Santa Fe XL/Tucson/2012 Sonata HEV during the Double Savings Event and you will receive a Price Privileges Fuel Card for customers in Alberta and Saskatchewan or Preferred Price Fuel Card for customers in British Columbia worth $218 (2013 Accent, Elantra, Elantra Coupe, Elantra GT, Veloster)/$320 (2013 Sonata, 2012/2013 Sonata HEV)/$350 (2013 Genesis Coupe, Tucson, Santa Fe Sport, Santa Fe XL). Price Privileges Fuel Cards issued for customers in Alberta & Saskatchewan cannot be used in the province of British Columbia. Based on Energuide combined fuel consumption rating for the 2013 Accent Auto (6.3L/100km)/Elantra Auto (6.3L/100km)/Elantra Coupe Auto (6.6L/100km)/Elantra GT Auto (6.6L/100km)/Veloster 1.6L Auto (6.3L/100km)/ Genesis Coupe 2.0L Auto (8.6L/100km)/Sonata 2.4L Auto (7.3L/100km)/Sonata HEV Auto (5.2L/100km)/Tucson 2.0L Auto (8.2L/100km)/Santa Fe Sport 2.4L FWD Auto (8.6L/100km)/2012 Sonata HEV Auto (5.3L/100km) and the combined fuel consumption rating for the 2013 Santa Fe XL 3.3L FWD (9.9L/100km) as determined by the Manufacturer as shown on www.hyundaicanada.com at 15,400km/year which is the yearly average driving distance as referenced by Transport Canada’s Provincial Light Vehicle Fleet Statistics, 2011, minus one full tank of fuel provided at the time of delivery of 2013 Accent (43L), Elantra (48L), Elantra Coupe (50L), Elantra GT (50L), Veloster (50L), Genesis Coupe (65L), Sonata (70L), Sonata HEV (65L), Tucson (58L), Santa Fe Sport (66L), Santa Fe XL (71L), 2012 Sonata HEV (65L), this is equivalent to $0.30 (2013 Accent, Elantra, Elantra Coupe, Elantra GT, Veloster)/$0.40 (2013 Sonata, 2013 Sonata HEV, 2012 Sonata HEV)/$0.35 (2013 Genesis Coupe, Tucson, Santa Fe Sport, Santa Fe XL) per litre savings on each litre of gas up to a total of 725 Litres (2013 Accent/Elantra/Elantra Coupe/Elantra GT/ Veloster), 800 Litres (2013 Sonata/2013 Sonata HEV/2012 Sonata HEV) and 1,000 Litres (2013 Genesis Coupe/Tucson/Santa Fe Sport/Santa Fe XL). Actual fuel efficiency may vary based on driving conditions and the addition of certain vehicle accessories. Fuel economy figures are used for comparison purposes only. *Offers available for a limited time, and subject to change or cancellation without notice. See dealer for complete details. Dealer may sell for less. Inventory is limited, dealer order may be required. Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). ††Hyundai’s Comprehensive Limited Warranty coverage covers most vehicle components against defects in workmanship under normal use and maintenance conditions.

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Bob Murdoch

Super Dave’s

A36 -- Wednesday, April 17, 2013 -- THE NEWS - www.mapleridgenews.com

SPRING SAVINGS

NEW STOCK ARRIVING DAKOTA STRETCH DUCK JEAN JACKET

DAKOTA STRETCH C DUCK BIB OVERALLS

Durable brass buttons and all seams sewn with polyester thread for extra strength.

REBUILT WITH

Front bib pocket with zipper keeps possessions secure. Adjustable suspenders, leg zippers and handy tool pockets.

Inside lower pockets and cell phone pockets.

A tightly woven flex-fibre weave combines the durability of cotton duck with resilient stretch fibres for added comfort. A. Dakota Stretch Duck Unlined Jean Jackets Black, brown. Sizes S–XL. Oversizes 2XL–3XL. (1AAGDK-SDJJU01/X)

Reg. $64.99† SALE $49.99† Oversizes extra

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B. Dakota Stretch Duck Work Pants Black, brown. W30–44.

(I9E619)

Reg. $59.99 SALE $44.99

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DAKOTA STRETCH DUCK WORK PANTS

C. Dakota Stretch Duck Bib Overalls Black, brown. Sizes S–XL. Oversizes 2XL–3XL.

Chap-style double front with articulated knees for mobility. Cargo pocket with cell phone pocket and double pencil stall.

(I9E919/29)

Reg. $89.99† SALE $69.99† Oversizes extra

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WORLD’S TOUGHEST WORKWEAR

30% OFF

DENIM SHIRTS

DAKOTA STRETCH DUCK WORK SHIRTS

Durable 8-ounce cotton denim is pre-washed for shrinkage control and comfort.

Lined front and sleeve plackets protect metal from being exposed on skin.

No exposed metal on the inside placket or cuffs for safety.

Durable brass snap front, cuffs and chest pockets with pencil stall.

Dakota Denim Work Shirts Sizes S–XL. Oversizes 2XL–3XL.

Dakota Stretch Duck Garment Washed Work Shirts Black, brown, chestnut. Sizes S–XL. Oversizes 2XL–3XL. (I9D219/29) Reg. $36.99† SALE $26.99†

(I557/X)

Reg. $24.99† SALE $19.99† Oversizes extra

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Oversizes extra

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All QUAD LIGHTWEIGHT. COMFORT®HEAVY-DUTY PROTECTION. INDUSTRIAL FOOTWEAR A

Men’s Dakota 6” QUAD TERRA FOOTWEAR COMFORT® Leather Workboots PU midsole and ACSAShock-absorbing Grade 1 steel toe/composite aggressive rubber outsole. plate and ESR. CLEANFEET® treated AERO mesh lining. Reg. $119.99 ™SALE $95.99

OFF

200g Thinsulate insulation. Metal free.

B FIRMA-FLEX ® metal-free

SALE ENDS APRIL 21 B

Custom Embroidery Centre on Premises

22722 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge 604-463-7277 Monday - Friday 9 am - 9 pm • Saturday 9 am - 6 pm • Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

aggressive Shoptechnology. Local!Direct-injected Everybody Wins PU midsole and outsole. CLEANFEET® treated moisture-wicking lining. Removable PU footbed.

A. Men’s TERRA Lites® 8" Aerial Leather Workboots CSA Grade 1 composite toe/plate and ESR. Sizes 7, 8–11, 12, 13 (14 through FastFind or special order). (805525) Reg. $199.99 SALE $179.99

Maple Ridge Store Only

B. Men’s TERRA Spider Industrial Athletic CSA&Grade 1 composite LocallyShoes Owned Operated toe/plate and ESR. Sizes 7–11, 12, 13. (608115)