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Youngsters Ready to Ride

Two homes collapsing into creek

Landslide threatens pair of 40-year-old Township homes By DAN FERGUSON Aldergrove Star

Trent and Sherry Sultz offer a horse camp for hundreds of youths every summer at their Aldergrove acreage.

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Horse camps send kids ‘a-loft’ By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star

A Christian ministry that began in a barn loft has turned into a summer horse camp for youths. The Loft Country Children’s Horse Camp will host some 450 children this summer — almost double last year’s 273 — and organizers are anticipating 600 to 700 guests next summer. This summer’s program started on July 1 and 50 to 60 children are enrolled

for each four-day session, Mondays to Thursdays, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. The guests work with the horses in the mornings and various events and activities are offered in the afternoons. It’s the brainchild of Trent and Sherry Sultz, who own the 20-acre farm on 248 Street, which has a riding arena and a large meeting room. “We’ve been doing the camps for about ten years, at first just for the church kids, but it was too good, so we expanded

it for the past three years,” says Trent. “We have a lot of repeat customers and word of mouth has been great too.” Trent, who was raised on a Merritt farm, began working as a farrier and horse trainer. He married Sherry, who shows and trains quarter horses, in 1994. Trent had “an encounter with God in 1994” that he says “turned my life around,” and he became an ordained minister. The couple bought the farm on Otter

Two Langley homeowners are scrambling to fix their collapsing back yards after a March landslide revealed unstable soil in the 7900 block of 227 Crescent that runs along the Salmon River. Neighbours Eric Nicholl and Roger Eggert came to Township council Monday to appeal for permission to bypass the usual approval process to shore up the site of the collapse with 8,000 square metres or about 70 truck loads of fill during the dry summer months. “We could potentially lose our homes,” Nicholl said. “The back yards to both our houses are causing actual danger,” said Eggert. Following heavy rain in March, portions of the two back yards dropped 4.5 to three metres coming within eight to 10 metres of the two houses. Other houses in the area were Homeowners Eric Nicholl and not affected. Roger Eggert are scrambling Tests by a geotechnical engito repair their back yards folneer show up to four metres of lowing a March landslide. The fill was used to level the back residents of the 7900-block yards overlooking the river of 227 Crescent will need 700 around the time the two houses truckloads of fill to arrest the were built in 1973. continuing collapse. A report filed by the engineer describes the fill as an “unstable” mix of “firm to soft silt” under a one-third metre thick layer of topsoil. The soil is continuing to collapse, the report warns, and goes on to describe the situation as an “emergency” that could cause damage to both houses and contaminate the river. Earlier this year, council revised its soil deposit and removal policy to require approval by at least 80 per cent of local residents for large amounts of fill. The new process takes a minimum of six weeks which means

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Road in 1997 and in 2000 started a weekly ministry in a barn loft that grew so quickly the church rented the Aldergrove Secondary School gym for a few years. The large meeting hall on the farm now accommodates the church and the biggest focus of the congregation is the summer camps for children. “Our glue as a group is to fund the children’s camp. We raise money with our Hat Program to keep it affordable. We hosted 50 kids for free last year and our goal is 100 this year,” says Trent. The Loft also has a Wrangler Program, which is provided free to 13 to 17 year olds. “We train on giving back, for teens who do not ‘fit in’ — it’s very effective, providing leadership, friendship and peer skills to help keep them out of trouble. They are a very welcoming group of 30 kids who meet every Thursday and who are all volunteering,” says Trent. “Eight of them took a challenge to raise $3,500 to send 15 kids to camp, and they did it, with bake sales and fundraisers.” There is a staff of three full-timers and three part-timers, along with

the homeowners would lose their “window” for re-doing the fill during the dry season and would likely lead to more slides during the wet winter months, the engineer predicted. On hearing that, council unani-

30 volunteers for each weekly camp session. The season’s seven camps are primarily for ages seven to 12 and are all coed except for one all-girls week in August. There is also one week of split days, mornings and afternoons for two groups of five and six year olds. Trent, who is also into falconry, demonstrates his birds’ skills in the afternoon sessions, along with dog demonstrations. There is also a playground, waterslide, “rough and tumble” games in the field, drama and dance. There is also a 15 minute chapel service, which has an anti-bullying element. The Loft also hosts Super Sundays, in which the parents join the youths in activities on the farm and in September there is a Roundup, open to neighbors and the community at large. The Roundup features hay and pony rides, shooting galleries, line dancing, barbecue food and music. “Several hundred people attend every year, it’s very popular,” says Trent. “Our phone has been ringing off the hook.” For more information on the Loft and for contact information see their website: www.loftcountry.ca

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Photos taken by a geotechnical engineer show the extent of a damage caused by a landslide in the 7900-block of 227 Crescent. Township council has approved an emergency fill-in to arrest the continuing collapse.

Public to get up close with wildlife her in at eight weeks old, malnourished and dying. Unlike every other animal that comes to the five-acre property, she could not be rehabilitated to the wild. Martin is urging people to come and enjoy all the fun to help them out in what is turning out to be their busiest years of taking in injured or orphaned wildlife. “We are way up in the number of animals we have taken in. We took in 301 animals just in the month of June alone,” said Martin. With so much land being developed there just is nowhere left for these animals to live, she said. They have 10 fawns to date. The cost to feed and provide formula is going to be through the roof this year. “It’s a worry,”said Martin. “But my knees are already shot from beg-

By MONIQUE TAMMINGA Aldergrove Star

They are wild, woolly and down-right adorable - and for two days only each year, the public is invited to come get up close and personal with B.C.’s rescued baby animals on Saturday and Sunday, July 13 and 14. Critter Care Rehabilitation Centre, at 481-216 Street, in Campbell Valley Park, will open its gate from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days, offering tours to meet baby raccoons, sea otter pups, Bambi-like fawns, skunks and more. This year’s open houses, run completely by volunteers, will be with heavy hearts. On June 27, Critter Care’s ambassador Hoover, the bobcat, who is a highlight to see on the tours, died of aggressive cancer. She was 12 years old, and was hand-raised by Critter Care founder Gail Martin, who took

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Get Getinvolved involvedbyby volunteering volunteeringatatthe the Aldergrove Fair, coming Aldergrove Fair, coming on July 19, 20 and 21. on July 19, 20 and 21. This is a great way to conThis is a great way to connect with your communectand with your community have a great time nity and have a great time doing it. doing it. needing volStudents Students needing unteer hours for schoolvolunteer hours for credits will receiveschool a cercreditsconfirming will receivetheir a certificate tificate confirming volunteer hours. their volunteer hours. Help make this year’s Help make Fair a success. this year’s Fair Fora success. more informamore tion For please callinformaSue: tion please callorSue: 604-539-0149 email 604-539-0149 or email aldergrovevolunteers@ aldergrovevolunteers@ gmail.com gmail.com The Aldergrove TheDays Aldergrove Festival Society will Festival Dayseducational Society will host fun and hostatfun educational talks theand Aldergrove talksonatSaturday, the Aldergrove Fair July 20 asFair partonofSaturday, the Aldergrove July 20 Agricultural Association as part of the Aldergrove component. Agricultural Association component.

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for private power contracts, and more rate increases that Bennett has already admitted are on the way. And now they can’t even keep us safe from the big one. Bennett fired back. About $2 billion of that debt is for seismic upgrades for the 80-year-old Ruskin Dam in Maple Ridge, and the equally frail John Hart Dam on the Campbell River, built with wooden water pipes. Major BC Hydro works slowed down after completion of Revelstoke and Mica dams in the 1980s, and now the work is more expensive. The Northwest Transmission Line is a partnership with Imperial Metals, which wants to power its Red Chris copper-gold-silver mine. Bennett said the company is not only paying for the last section to Iskut and the mine site, but pitching in for the main line as well. Ottawa paid $130 million to get remote communities off decades of dependence on diesel generators. AltaGas, owner of one of those private power projects in the region, puts in $180 million to get connected to the grid. The line will open up more mining and hydro possibilities. The cost overrun traces back mainly to the shortage of high-skill labour such as geotechnical engineering that the remote region already faces.

And this is before natural gas pipelines and LNG plants gear up. Bennett takes over from the last sheriff, Rich Coleman, who put BC Hydro through the wringer in 2011. Coleman soon abandoned his idea of putting off the Ruskin and John Hart upgrades (again) to keep rates low through the election, and saw the B.C. Utilities Commission jack up the rate increase to seven per cent to help slow the ballooning debt. What’s ahead for rates? The utility is looking for 32 per cent in the next three years, says energy lawyer David Austin. He calculates that only 2.5 per cent is attributable to increased private power costs. Among other things, BC Hydro needs regional emergency centres capable of functioning after a Japan-sized quake, plus expansion. Bennett came clean on another reason for rate increases – the government’s increasing dependence on taking a “dividend” as BC Hydro’s lone “shareholder.” The newly updated budget tells us this annual “dividend” is past $500 million and rising fast: $545 million this year, $611 million next year and $684 million the year after. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca

Editor: Nine years ago Arne Olson said to a number of us in the community, “We’re going to have a Langley Relay for Life,” and he was right. I’ve had the privilege of being a part of the organizing committee since then, and chair for the past six years. The Langleys embraced Relay from the beginning and thanks to that amazing support we quickly became one of the top three in B.C. It’s a “family pajama party” with so many families involved in an overnight, 12 hour adventure of “Celebrating, Remembering and Fighting Back.” It’s especially rewarding to see the number of students that participate and which is somewhat unique to our Relay. That was exemplified by the fund raising achievement of young Malcolm Shields this year, which was nothing short of phenomenal. Over the past nine years Langley Relay has raised well over $3 million to aid in the Canadian Cancer Society’s “cancer battle” and the fight will continue. The feedback from our participants this year was very positive and I’m sure next year will be even better. That said, every annual event needs new energy and new ideas to stay fresh and continue to be successful, and in that regard the organizing committee is always welcoming new members. One thing my many years in music taught me is that it’s important to know when to get off the stage. It’s now with some sadness and regret that I’m going to step back and let that happen. I’ve had the joy and satisfaction of working with so many incredible and dedicated people in my nine years with Relay, and I’ll treasure those memories and experiences always. Langley Relay is very important, not only as a fundraiser but as an event that’s come to represent the caring and generous spirit that makes our community so very special. Thanks for letting me be a part of it Langley. “Really, Relay Great!” Howie Vickberg, Fort Langley

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Editor: I have sent the followng letter to Premier Christy Clark. Welcome to the B.C. government’s top position: Premier. How fortunate to be able to come in after the election and start out the day with a huge raise for your people. It must feel good to be able to rule and preside over the taxes that we are paying to keep you in a higher income bracket than the rest of us. I went to get my prescription filled on June 28. What a shock it was to find out that neither Blue Cross nor Pharmacare will no longer pay for my medication. I use asthma medications, and this year when the allergies have been so bad, I almost had to be hospitalized due to the asthma. Cutting coverage of these drugs was not a great idea. Blood pressure medications? Cutting these is just plain ugly, because you and your people have surely caused a lot of the high spikes in my blood pressure of late. Sleeping pills — well I guess I will just stay awake and worry about where the money is coming from to pay my bills, since this was why I got the pills in the first place. Your predecessor Gordon Campbell took away my job and my $30,000 a year wages. He took 15 per cent off my husband’s wages as well. This year, the Hospital Employees Union finally negotiated a raise, after 10 years. And then we find this out. In health care facilities, the unions have filed a grievance over implementation of Pharmacare tie-in. The Facilities Bargaining Association (FBA) is challenging the Health Employers Association of BC (HEABC) on elements of its implementation of the recently-negotiated Pharmacare tie-in, which links members’ prescription drug coverage to the list of drugs covered by the government’s Pharmacare program. In negotiating the plan in the last round of collective bargaining, health unions agreed to a list of Pharmacare drugs, based on confirmation that certain specific drugs would continue to be eligible for reimbursement. But now Pacific Blue Cross is advising some members that they are not covered for these drugs. HEABC has also advised the FBA that members will be reimbursed for drugs, only to a price limit set up under the Pharmacare program. The FBA unions did not agree to those restrictions, and have filed an industry-wide policy grievance to challenge them. The government sure knows how to make us little people feel minute and unimportant. Thank you from a former low middleclass income human, who is now below the poverty line human. By the way, I did not vote for you. Hanne Reid, Aldergrove

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Bhatti rides for ‘better lives’ By MONIQUE TAMMINGA Aldergrove Star

Aldergrove’s Andy Bhatti is gearing up to ride 525 kilometres from Vernon to Vancouver starting Monday -- all to raise awareness and funds to help young victims of sexual abuse. While he will ride some pretty grueling terrain, with hills and perhaps bad weather, he said it’s nothing compared to the life of hiding his sexual abuse behind a heroin-induced crime lifestyle he lived for more than 15 years. “Hey, if I can smoke crack and stay up for days at a time, I can do this,” said Bhatti on Tuesday. “I’m 100 per cent ready. The 32-year-old has come along way from 60 convictions, jail cells and the Downtown Eastside, now rubbing elbows with numerous celebrities, NHL hockey stars, politicians, BC Lions and others, all who have stood behind him in his efforts to raise awareness and funds to help children who have been sexually abused. “That’s the big message: if you have been sexually abused, get help early,” he said. Bhatti wishes he had. “If I can change, anyone can,” he said. “I realized, I can be the change. If you can be a voice to carry this message to even one child, then I have to try.” Bhatti has organized fundraisers along his ride, including one at a pub in Vernon and ending his ride with a dinner gala at the Sheraton Wall Centre on July 20, with celebrity appearances, entertainment by singer Stacey McKitrick. One of the speakers of the night will be the RCMP officer who tracked Bhatti down to tell him his abuser had been caught sexually assaulting two other kids. All proceeds from the $100 tickets to the gala are going to Sophie’s Place in Surrey, a safe place for children who have been sexually abused can come for help. “It’s an amazing organization with really nice people running it,” said Bhatti. “But it’s expensive

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nization and was having a great time. Unbeknown to the Big Brothers organization, he was matched with a predator - and the sexual abuse almost began immediately, lasting four years before Bhatti found the courage to break away. But the damage had been done. By then, Bhatti had been kicked out of schools, acting out violently at every turn, doing drugs to mask the pain. Everyone around him, including his family, thought he had turned into a monster, was a punk kid. Little did anyone know, he was enduring sexual abuse. His life spiraled into hell, where he became a full blown heroin addict by 16 and lived a life of crime and addiction, often calling the Downtown Eastside his home, running from police and with more than 60 convictions, he spent most of his time in jail. But he never told anyone about the abuse. That was until police came knocking on his

door asking him if he was a victim of his Big Brother, after they had arrested the pedophile for abusing the two boys in Vernon. From there he confessed it all, and started getting help. Reaching out for counselling and group therapy through Men of Hope and B.C. Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse Society. Bhatti hosted the successful Men of Hope Poker Tournament in April at the Aldergrove Legion. That fundraiser, which saw numerous celebrities and sports stars play and sign autographs, raised $23,000 towards helping male survivors of sexual abuse. Spokes donated two bikes for Bhatti’s ride and Cranky’s in Aldergrove has outfitted him. Bhatti will start his ride out of Aldergrove at the Save-On Foods July 20 at 8:30 a.m. and at the 64 Avenue Save-On Foods at 10:30 a.m. where people are welcome to donate. Or buy tickets to the gala or donate by calling Sophie’s Place at 604-591-5903.

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An Abbotsford man suffered non-life-threatening injuries after he threw gasoline into a burn barrel on his property at about 9 p.m. Sunday on Peardonville Road near Abbotsford Airport. The man had started a fire in the burn barrel and then added gasoline from a jerry can he had retrieved from his boat. The burst of flame burned his arm and legs. He then carried the jerry can, as it was on fire, across the property, burning the grass along the way. Abbotsford Police arrived first on scene and were able to put out the fires before they got out of control.

Five UN gangsters have pleaded guilty to conspiring to kill the Bacon brothers in 2008 and 2009. Barzan Tilli-Choli, Karwan Ahmet Saed, Ion Kroitoru, Yong Sung John Lee and Dilun Heng entered the pleas on Monday in B.C. Supreme Court in Vancouver. Sentencing will take place at a later date. The five had also been charged with the first-degree murder of Langley’s Jonathan Barber, who was gunned down in May 2008 in Burnaby, while driving Jamie Bacon’s vehicle to have some stereo equipment installed, and the attempted murder of Barber’s girlfriend Vicky King, who was following in a separate vehicle. Those charges are being stayed by the Crown. At the time of the conspiracy, the UN Gang and the Red Scorpions — to which the Bacons were aligned — were embroiled in a war for control of the Fraser Valley drug trade. The five were among eight people charged in January 2011 with conspiring to kill the Bacon brothers — Jamie, Jarrod and Jonathan — in the period from Jan. 1, 2008 to Feb. 17, 2009. Co-accused Conor D’Monte and Cory Vallee have been at large since the charges were announced. Both are also wanted in connection with the Feb. 6, 2009 murder of Red Scorpion Kevin Leclair at a Walnut Grove shopping mall. Dan Russell had his case severed

from the others and pleaded guilty in April of this year to the conspiracy charges and to manslaughter in Barber’s death. He was sentenced to 12 years in prison. Tilli-Choli is also facing charges in a drive-by shooting of Tyler Willock of Langley, which took place in February, 2009 in Surrey. Willock was injured, and later badly beaten by Albert Jackman, who is now in jail after being found guilty of that assault and the murder of Aldergrove resident Kyle Barber on March 28, 2009. During the period of the conspiracy charges, the Bacons were living in Abbotsford. On Jan. 20, 2009, Jamie Bacon was shot at numerous times in broad daylight at the busy intersection of South Fraser Way and Sumas Way. He fled in a black Mercedes SL55 slammed into a stone stairway at a restaurant on West Railway Street, but was not injured. Jamie is currently in prison, serving a seven-year term on weapons offences while awaiting trail in the Surrey Six murders. Jarrod is also in prison, serving a 12-year sentence on conspiracy to traffic cocaine. He has appealed that sentence, seeking a lighter term. The Crown has also appealed, saying the term should be longer. Jonathan was killed in a drive-by shooting in Kelowna in August 2011. Three people have been charged with this murder, but a trial date has not yet been set. — with files from Monique Tamminga

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B.C. Selects pitcher Lana Moukhanov blasts the ball in peewee baseball action versus Mission, Saturday, July 6 at Aldergrove Athletic Park. The Selects are an all-girls team based in Aldergrove, and they came away the winners that day with a 12-11 score.

The deadline to register for the 2013 Prospera Valley GranFondo is fast approaching. Midnight on July 14 is the last chance for interested cyclists to sign up for the second annual ride. The ride is July 21 and begins and ends at the Fort Langley Historic Site. The cost to register is $199 for the GranFondo (160km), $179 for the MedioFondo (88-km) and $119 for the PrestoFondo (50-km). Twin Rinks Physiotherapy will also be on hand to provide group stretching sessions prior to the ride as well as complimentary post-ride massages on a first come first serve basis. Last year’s inaugural event saw more than 1,200 cyclists take part with $20,000 raised for Special Olympics BC. SOBC will once again be the charity beneficiary of the GranFondo. Race packages can be picked up at the Sandman Hotel (8855 202 St.) on July 19 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. and July 20 from 10 a.m to 8 p.m. Or they can be picked up starting at 6 a.m. on race day. To enter see: http://www.valleygranfondo.com/

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‘Magnificent Seven’ set to wrangle at rodeos By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star

Langley’s “Magnificent Seven” are riding to the Canadian and National Rodeo Finals this month. The 2013 National High School Rodeo takes place July 14 - 20, at the Sweetwater Events Complex in Rock Springs, Wyoming, and the Canadian

High School and Junior High Rodeo Finals follow on July 24-27 in Nanton Ag Grounds, Alberta. Langley and Aldergrove area youths participating in the Canadian and National Rodeo Finals are Michael Lippman, Mikayla Lundy, Jessie Morris, Emma McFarland, Will Foss, Taylor Wharry and Ashley

Murchison. Lippman will be competing in both the Canadian and National events in the bull riding category. Lundy will be at the Canadian event only, in the goat-tying category. Morris will be rifle and trap shooting as well as goat-tying at both events.

McFarland will also be competing at both events in the rifle and trap shooting categories. Foss will be in the rifle and trap shooting as well as team roping categories at both events. Wharry will be team roping at both events. Murchison is going to the “Silver

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A 15 year old high school student from Aldergrove is hoping to make his mark in the world of kart racing this summer. Jordan Redlin has wide and varied interests and maintains a high academic standard at school, but karting is his true love. His ultimate dream is to become a professional touring car driver. Redlin has been racing since he was seven years old and has a number of wins and championships under his belt, from across the continent. So far in 2013 he has six wins and a third place finish in the West Coast Kart Club, and a number of third and fifth place finishes in the Can-Am Challenge’s first and second rounds. Each year a number of tickets are issued to each country in order to qualify for the Rotax World Finals, to be held this year in New Orleans, Louisiana November 13-17. Redlin’s goal is to be one the Canadian finalists in this “Olympics

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Horses are quick reacting animals and a collision with one poses considerable risk to the motor vehicle and it’s occupants, as well as to the horse and rider. For more road safety information contact www.hcbc.ca

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Aldergrove Dodgers’ Travis Thiessen hits a double in bantam baseball against Ladner Red Sox, Thursday, July 4 at Aldergrove Athletic Park.

Airshow T-shirt sales support Holmberg House

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Abbotsford-based Unitex Sales is throwing its support behind Holmberg House again this year, by offering special Abbotsford Airshow t-shirts for sale. The shirts, which cost $10 each, feature the Abbotsford Airshow logo on the front. All of the money will go towards Holmberg House, a residence run by the Abbotsford Hospice Society (AHS), which will provide end-of-life care to

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Are you a low-income senior or a person with a disability who wants to live safely and independently in the comfort of your home? Do you have difficulty performing day-to-day activities? Does your home need to be adapted to meet your changing needs? If so, you may be eligible for financial assistance under the Home Adaptations for Independence (HAFI) program. Find out today if you are eligible and if you meet all of the requirements as a low-income homeowner or as a landlord applying on behalf of an eligible tenant.

To apply or learn more, visit www.bchousing.org/HAFI You can also contact BC Housing: Phone: 604-646-7055 Toll-free: 1-800-407-7757 (ext. 7055)

people 19 years and older, as well as support for grieving families and friends.

HAFI adapts homes for B.C. seniors and people with disabilities

Brenda has always been an active woman. However, recent health issues including osteoarthritis in her left knee and losing kidney function have slowed her down. Her mobility is limited and she is now on dialysis three days a week. To adjust to her changed circumstances, Brenda sought help with her daily living activities. Part of that help came from the Home Adaptations for Independence (HAFI) program offered through BC Housing. Launched in January 2012, the HAFI program provides financial assistance to help eligible low-income seniors and people with disabilities adapt their homes so they can continue to live independently. Brenda applied for a new walk-in bathtub because she couldn’t safely get out of the tub on her own. Walk-in tubs include additional safety measures such as anti-slip floors, grab bars, and a very low step in. Home adaptations may also include handrails in halls or stairs, ramps for

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For this fundraiser to be effective, organizers are placing a minimum order of six t-shirts per company or individual. The orders must be placed by July 19. “We appreciate the support given to Holmberg House by Bob Johnson at Unitex,” said Marion Keys, donor relations and development for the AHS. To order shirts, call Unitex at 604-855-1850. For information visit www.abbotsfordhospice.org

easier access, easy-to-reach work and storage areas in the kitchen, lever handles on doors or faucets, walk-in showers, and bathtub grab bars and seats. Brenda is a strong advocate for the program and has even shared HAFI brochures with nurses in the renal unit where she undergoes dialysis. If you or someone you know is having difficulty performing day-to-day activities safely and independently – the HAFI program may be able to help. Since the program began, more than 300 households completed renovations with HAFI financial assistance, making it possible for seniors and people with disabilities to continue to live in the safety and comfort of their home.

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Join us for some cool fun! Outdoor Pool Schedule

Aldergrove Outdoor Pool ~ 32 Ave & 271 St Fort Langley Outdoor Pool ~ St. Andrews Ave & Nash St

Jul 1–Aug 23

Play, Laugh, Splash!

Mon-Fri

Sat, Sun & Stats

Rentals Lessons Public Swim

Aug 24–Sep 1

Spray Park Schedules Brookswood Park ~ 40 Ave & 200 St Murrayville Outdoor Activity Park ~ 48A Ave & 221 St Walnut Grove Community Park ~ 89 Ave & Walnut Grove Dr Willoughby Community Park ~ 7700 block 202A St

Public Swim

12:30-1:30pm 9:00am-12:00pm 3:30-6:00pm 12:30-3:30pm 6:30-8:30pm

Mon-Fri

1:30-8:30pm*

Sat, Sun & Stats

Schedule available at tol.ca/swim

*Monday, August 5 12:00-8:30pm

Now–Aug 18 Daily 10:00am-8:30pm

Aug 19–Sep 15 Daily 10:00am-7:30pm

Philip Jackman Park ~ 32 Ave & 271 St

Outdoor Pool Admission Rates Child

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Weekdays 2:00-7:30pm Weekends 10:00am-7:30pm Spray parks are open when temperature is expected to be 18°C or higher.

*Family is a combination of parents, guardians, or grandparents with children under the age of 19 years who reside in the same household. Maximum two adults per family. Prices are effective September 2012 and do not include applicable tax.

Call 604.532.7350 for information.

Call 604.533.6170 for information. www.tol.ca

RecExpress.ca ALDERGROVE KINSMEN COMMUNITY CENTRE 26770 - 29 Avenue 604.856.2899

LANGLEY CENTENNIAL MUSEUM 9135 King Street 604.532.3536

Senior Family* 60+ yrs

4-12 yrs

W.C. BLAIR RECREATION CENTRE 22200 Fraser Highway 604.533.6170

WALNUT GROVE COMMUNITY CENTRE 8889 Walnut Grove Drive 604.882.0408

WILLOUGHBY COMMUNITY CENTRE 7888 - 200 Street 604.455.8821

WILLOWBROOK RECREATION CENTRE 20338 - 65 Avenue 604.532.3500

Recreation, Culture, and Parks General Inquiries: 604.533.6086

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dates to note

public notices TELEVISED

Temporary Road Closures: Fort Langley/North Langley

RV Parking Enforcement Policy Adopted

A temporary road closure on 96 Avenue, Mavis Avenue, Glover Road, and River Road will be in effect on Sunday, July 21, at various times to allow the Prospera Valley GranFondo cycling event to take place.

On June 10, 2013, Township of Langley Council adopted a policy enforcing the municipality’s bylaw regarding parking recreational vehicles in single family residential zones.

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Thursday, July 11 to Saturday, July 13

power lifting, rhythmic gymnastics, basketball Opening Ceremonies: Thursday, July 11 • 7pm

Langley Thunder WLA Lacrosse Sat Jul 20 Wed Jul 24

7:00pm vs. Victoria Shamrocks 7:45pm vs. New West Salmonbellies

Vancouver Stealth NLL Lacrosse The Vancouver Stealth (NLL) are coming to the LEC. Reserve your 2014 season tickets – call 604.455.8888.

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1. When one (1) or more formal complaints (complainants must provide their name, their address, and their phone number) have been made to the Bylaw Department from a complainant who resides within a 250 metres radius of an alleged violator; RD.

GLOVER RD.

BC Special Olympics

Under Policy No: 02-026, enforcement action is taken only:

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Coming Events

public notices

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Monday, July 22 | 7 - 11pm Public Hearing Meeting and Regular Council Meeting Civic Facility Fraser River Presentation Theatre

Closures will be held at: Mavis Avenue between Glover Road and River Road: 5:00am - 7:15am, and 8:30am - 10:00am River Road between 240 Street and Mavis Avenue: 5:00am - 7:15am, and from 8:30am - 7:00pm 96 Avenue between Glover Road and Trattle Street: 6:45am - 7:15am Glover Road between Mavis Avenue and 96 Avenue: 6:45am - 7:15am Traffic control will be on site to provide residents and event participants with a safe means of travel during the event. Engineering Division 604.533.6006

Temporary Road Closure: 216 Street from 56 Avenue to Worrell Crescent A temporary road closure of 216 Street from 56 Avenue to Worrell Crescent is in effect. The road closure is required for construction of the East Langley Water Supply. A detour route is outlined in the map.

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61 AVE. 216 Street closed from 56 Avenue to Worrell Crescent 56 AVE.

If you receive municipal garbage collection you can now put food scraps in with your yard trimmings (now called the Green Can).

All businesses are open during construction.

Acceptable cans to place at curb for collection:

For more information about this project, visit tol.ca/elws. Engineering Division 604.532.7300

• strong enough to withstand collection activity • watertight and removable lid (lid must not be attached to can) • two durable handles for safe emptying.

2013 Special Olympics BC Summer Games Be a fan, fill the stands! The 2013 Special Olympics BC Summer Games are in the Township of Langley this weekend. Join us July 11 to 13 to watch more than 1,100 BC and Yukon athletes show their skill, determination, and true sportsmanship while competing in 11 sports.

Engineering Division 604.532.7300 tol.ca/greencan

Visit specialolympics.bc.ca/ 2013-sobc-summer-games. Recreation, Culture, and Parks 604.533.6086

Bill Storie Bylaw Enforcement Manager 604.532.7517

Walnut Grove Community Centre BC Special Olympics Pool Closure Swimming Pools The entire aquatic facility at the Walnut Grove Community Centre will be closed Friday, July 12 and Saturday, July 13 from 6:00am to 6:30pm due to the BC Special Olympic Games. This closure affects the 50 m Pool, Leisure Pool, Adult Hot Tub, Therapy Hot Tub, Sauna, and Steam Room. The aquatic facility will open for a limited public swim on Friday, July 12 from 6:30 to 10pm and Saturday, July 13 from 6:30 to 9pm. The weight room/cardio room will remain open. The hours of operation are: Friday, July 12 6am - 10pm Saturday, July 13 6am - 9pm Recreation, Culture, and Parks Division Walnut Grove Community Centre 604.882.0408

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• made of rigid plastic

3. When a recreational vehicle is parked in the front yard in an ‘R’ or single family residential ‘CD’ zone between September 16th and May 14th;

5. Where there exists an over-riding Township interest such as public safety or excessive street parking, causing potential traffic flow problems.

The Langley Events Centre is located at 7888 - 200 Street

SIZE: 77 L or 80 L

2. When a recreational vehicle is parked unhitched to a valid licensed vehicle on Township highway/roadway;

4. Any time a recreational vehicle is parked less than 1.6 m from the front lot line in an ‘R’ or single family residential ‘CD’ zone;

For ticket information, contact Langley Events Centre 604.882.8800 • langleyeventscentre.com

public notice

www.tol.ca

Help Conserve Water This Summer Water Wise is a Township run initiative that aims to protect Langley’s groundwater against pollution and depletion. Water Wise is finishing outreach in Brookswood and now focusing its efforts on Aldergrove. Aldergrove residents use water solely from local aquifers, so it is important to limit water use and be mindful of chemicals used. Find Water Wise at Aldergrove Fair Days and the Langley’s Farmers Market. Spin the Water Wise Wheel, win prizes, and visit the Water Wise booth if you have any questions. Engineering Division 604.532.7300

public programs and events Demonstration Garden Programs The Langley Demonstration Garden has taken root in its new location at the Derek Doubleday Arboretum, 21200 block of Fraser Highway, and will be offering a number of programs this summer.

Registration is open for EcoExplorers Kids’ Day Camps! There are still spots left in this popular camp which runs July 9 to August 15 for 6- to 12-year-olds. A different garden theme will be held each week: Trash Talk, Tree Huggers, Bumble Boogie, Things with Wings, Garden Grub, and Water Water Everywhere. Choose from Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday each week, only $5/day. Register at demogarden@tol.ca. Langley Environmental Partners Society 604.532.3511 leps.bc.ca

After-Hours Emergency Contact 604.543.6700

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‘Power for All’ a healthy outlet for seniors, disabled By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star

Alex Thompson’s lifelong passion for kayaking has turned the dreams of disabled persons into reality. And every summer the numbers of participants grows as Thompson shows them that there are no limits or impediments to anyone’s abilities. There is always a solution to every problem. Four years ago, Thompson started the Power for All Adventure Therapy Society, which offers paddling sessions every Saturday at Fort Langley’s scenic and peaceful Bedford Channel. “The first year we had 36 people, the second year we had up to 90,” says Thompson. “They’re mostly adults, but we say it’s for anyone from age nine to seniors.” There are seniors participating, either recovering from injuries or suffering from arthritis or Parkinson’s, and a couple are either deaf or blind. Thompson rents or borrows kayaks and specialized equipment especially suited to a particular client’s needs. For example, she has backboards and two sets of pontoons for the double kayaks, and if a paddler has only one arm she borrows a special kayak fitted

with a one-armed paddle from the similar Power to Be society in Deep Cove. “We don’t have our own boats, we rent them from Evergreen Adventure Society, an extension of Fort Camping on Brae Island,” says Thompson. Evergreen rents the society up to three double kayaks, eight single kayaks, a voyageur canoe and a number of single canoes. This allows Thompson to offer a wide range of outings, tailored to each person’s ability. “We can fit eight to 12 people in the voyageur canoe, depending on their size. The sessions fluctuate quite a bit; if we take a group home out there may be eight to 12 persons in each session, and if they are single clients there may be four to six. “We also have weekdays specials, because if we need to have therapists and physios present it has to be on their workdays.” The cost is only $35 for each client, to cover the costs of rentals and insurance. There is no paid staff as everyone, including Thompson, is a volunteer. “Many of the participants can’t afford to pay more, they’re on limited incomes, so we fund raise for equipment,” says Thompson.

Fraser Health recreation therapist Lindsay Dean has been supporting Power for All from the beginning, by sending clients to the outings, and is now a society director. “She has collected questionnaires so that we know exactly what they like about the program,” says Thompson. “They look forward to it because they enjoy the sense of being in control. They are active, not depressed, and many of the clients also become volunteers.” Volunteers are the lifeblood of the program, and more are welcome.

It will run from July to the end of October at Bedford Channel, with two sessions every Saturday. Every session is dependent on the weather. “If it’s rainy and windy we don’t go out because many of the clients are susceptible to hypothermia,” says Thompson. Thompson invites all interested persons to check out the society’s website (http://powerforalladventuretherapysociety.com/) and to contact her via the email contact page if anyone wishes to participate or contribute to the program.

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The Power for All Adventure Therapy Society offers instruction and safe social interaction and exercise on kayaks in Fort Langley’s Bedford Channel for disabled persons.

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Bindery Workers Black Press has anticipated opportunities for Bindery Workers to assist with the mechanical insertion of advertising flyers into our Lower Mainland newspapers. Applicants must be available to work a variety of scheduled day, evening or night shifts. Additionally, successful applicants will need to be available on a call-in basis for our locations in Surrey and Abbotsford. Competitive wage. Experience an asset, but not a requirement. Reliable transportation is a pre-requisite. Please forward resumes to: Bindery Foreman Campbell Heights Distribution Centre Unit #113, 19130 24th Ave. Surrey, B.C. V3S 3S9 or Fax 604-538-4445

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Credit Support We’re looking for an energetic selfstarter who is detail-oriented and well organized to join our Credit Department. This is a permanent position, working with credit officers where you will be responsible for, but not limited to: • Bank/Mail runs • Data entry • Account set up/ Maintenance • Corresponding with internal and external customers • Generation and distribution of reports • Account Reconciliation • Requesting and responding to information requests • Payment processing • Soft Collections The role will be well suited for an individual who has previous Customer Service experience, possesses a professional demeanor, both written and verbally, and is proficient on computers, specifically with Microsoft Office. Ideally the candidate will have successfully held an accounts receivable administrator role or equivalent, possess strong time management skills, is a team player, and shows a willingness to learn. If you want to be part of a great company, with great benefits, please send resume to: Black Press Group Ltd. Attn: Stephen Gregorig, Credit Manager Box 3600 Abbotsford, BC V2S 2H5 sgregorig@blackpress.ca Competition closes: July 11, 2013 We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

www.blackpress.ca

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

We are now accepting applications for safety oriented individuals for the position of parttime Warehouse Order Selector, which will include timely and accurate order picking of grocery products in a safe, clean, teambased environment. Successful applicants will be available for day, afternoon and weekend shifts, have reliable transportation (optional public transportation available), possess proficient English communication skills, and enjoy repetitive physical work that requires lifting 20-80lb cases of grocery products. Starting wage is $12.95/hr. with an attractive incentive program and regular progressive increases every 500-1000 hours worked. We offer flexible work schedules (will include a minimum of 1 weekend day), and an excellent training program is provided. As one of the largest employers in the Fraser Valley, EV Logistics operates two distinct facilities - a 380,000 sq ft refrigerated facility, and a 485,000 sq ft dry goods building - both facilities are located in the Gloucester Industrial Park (at the 264th St. exit off Hwy #1).

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Always! Power Washing, Window & Gutter cleaning, all your exterior cleaning needs. 604-230-0627

No Credit Checks!

WEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

All In One PRESSURE WASHING CLEAN GUTTERS & WASH WINDOWS

Cash same day, local office.

www.PitStopLoans.com 604-777-5046

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

A SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR. Specializing in Renovationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Available for work. 604-532-1710 SMALL Job Renos Int. & Ext. Home Repairs & Renos Quality Workmanship Call Steve 778 888 7489

320

PRESSURE WASHING

Douglas 778-255-2597

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS .

$45/Hr

188

DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T LET TIME & DISTANCE STAND IN YOUR WAY.

CRIMINAL RECORD? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

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Reunites Loved Ones

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

Top Dog Loans! No Credit Checks Top Dog Loans. Need Cash? Own A Car? Call us 604.553.2275 www.topdogloans.com

Psychic Healer

SOLVE ALL PROBLEMS OF LIFE.

10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofing & Siding. WCB. Re-roofing, New Roof Gutters.

604-812-9721

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

RECYCLE-IT! JUNK REMOVAL â&#x20AC;˘ Estate Services â&#x20AC;˘ Electronics â&#x20AC;˘ Appliances â&#x20AC;˘ Old Furniture â&#x20AC;˘ Construction â&#x20AC;˘ Yard Waste â&#x20AC;˘ Concrete â&#x20AC;˘ Drywall â&#x20AC;˘ Junk â&#x20AC;˘ Rubbish â&#x20AC;˘ Mattresses â&#x20AC;˘ More

LEGAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 260

ELECTRICAL

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

604-537-4140 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

329 PAINTING & DECORATING AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

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

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Mainland RooďŹ ng Ltd. 25 yrs in rooďŹ ng industry

Family owned & operated. Fully ins. We do Cedar Shakes, conversions, concrete tiles, torchon, fibreglass shingles, restoration & repairs. 20 yr labour warr. 604-427-2626 or 723-2626 www.mainlandroof.com

GARDENING

456

FEED & HAY

HAY ($4.75) Bale off field. 2675 256th Street, Aldergrove. To pre-order call (604) 308-9239 or (604) 534-4320.

477

PETS

AMERICAN COCKER Vet â&#x153;&#x201D;, cuddly, family raised, paper trained. Exc pet! $750. 604-823-4393 Chwk.

BERNESE MOUNTAIN DOGS, bred at Diesel Kennel, one male puppy left, $1000. (604)869-5073

CAIRN TERRIERS. Shots, dewormed. Ready to go to good homes. $650. 604-807-5204.

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

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DISPOSAL BINS By Recycle-it

ENGLISH BULLDOG P/B Pups. CKC regâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. 3 Beautiful healthy 9/wk old females. 1st Shots, 2 Year Health Guarantee. Micro-chipped. $2800. Ph: 604-302-9417 (Mission).

604.587.5865 GL ROOFING. Cedar/Asphalt, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters - $80. 604-240-5362. info@glroofing.ca

PETS

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

www.affordablemovers.bc.com

172 ASTROLOGY/PSYCHICS

Discover the power of Energy Readings by Angela

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

Recycled Earth Friendly HOT TUBS ARE NO PROBLEM!

MOVING & STORAGE

AFFORDABLE MOVING

SPIRITUAL

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

6 - 50 Yard Bins

Starting from $199.00

Delivery & Pick-Up Included Residential & Commercial Service â&#x20AC;˘ Green Waste â&#x20AC;˘ Construction Debris â&#x20AC;˘ Renovations â&#x20AC;˘ House Clean Outs

604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

ENGLISH BULLIES 3 fem, 1male, Vet â&#x153;&#x201D;, stable temp., 50 lbs. at most. $1500 (604)725-7191 after 5

GOLDEN RETRIEVER purebred pups, born May 2, ready to go. First shots & vet checked. Cute & cuddly, $700. Contact Sherry at cell # 604-869-6367

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

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $75 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $100. Free Delivery 604-856-8877

MIND BODY SPIRIT

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needed for small manufacturing company

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Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader is seeking an energetic, aggressive self starter for a full time position. Req. immediately. Fabrication experience, CWB, GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, is preferred.

BENEFIT PACKAGE!

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS ALWAYS! GUTTER Cleaning & Roof Blowing, Moss Control,30 yrs exp., Reliable! Simon 604-230-0627

PERSONAL SERVICES

173

OFFICE MANAGER / ACCOUNTANT

Please contact Mike e-mail: mike@megacranes.com or fax 604.599.5250

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Borrow Up To $25,000

Please contact Mike e-mail: mike@megacranes.com or fax 604.599.5250

604-653-5928

WELDER

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Own A Vehicle?

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

PROFESSIONALS/ MANAGEMENT

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Need CA$H Today?

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.

SPECIAL $20 ALL READINGS

Apply on-line at: www.evlogistics.com

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Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic

WAREHOUSE ORDER SELECTOR

151

PERSONAL SERVICES

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

A-1 PAINTING CO. 604.723.8434 Top Quality Painting. Floors & Finishing. Insured, WCB, Written Guarantee. Free Est. 20 Years Exp.

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL

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If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.

GUTTER CLEANING Etc. Rubbish Removal. Pressure Washing, Yard cleanup & trim. Reas rates, FREE EST. Since 1990. (604)854-6469

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

NOW HIRING!

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

MILANO PAINTING 604 - 551- 6510 Interior & Exterior S Professional Painters S Free Estimates S Written Guaranteed S Bonded & Insured

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PLUMBING

CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service â&#x20AC;˘ Hot water tanks â&#x20AC;˘ Furnaces â&#x20AC;˘ Broilers â&#x20AC;˘ Plugged Drains 778-862-0560

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PETS 477

PETS

LASSIE DOODLES (poodle x collie) pups, born June 16, specially created perfect family dogs, intelligent, easy to train, good natured, gentle, good with animals/kids, low/no shed for hypoallergenic, will be med. sz about 45-50lbs 23-24in tall, will have shots & deworming, males & females, black & rare blue merle colors. Raised in the house w/kids. $850-$950 Mission, 604-820-4827

477

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

PETS

542

FRUIT & VEGETABLES

BLUEBERRIES FOR SALE 26097 84 Ave. No insecticide. Weller Blueberry Farm. Open 8-7. Ready pick $1.20/lb, U pick .80/lb. 604-856-6817, 604-996-9275

STUDS available, PUG (rare silver) and Golden Retriever, OFA hip and eye cert. both great natured family dogs, personality plus, Mission, 604-820-4827 Yorkshire Terrier, 11 wk old female Shots & dewormed. Vet checked Black & tan. $900. 604-828-2806

545

YORKIE PUPS, PB, one male, one female, $875. Ready to go in 4 weeks. Call (604)858-4900

FUEL

COURSE CEDAR HOG FUEL

Call 604-856-6500

551

GARAGE SALES TWILIGHT DRIVE-IN

SWAP MEET 260 St. & Fraser Hwy, Langley

EVERY Sunday 7am

604-856-5165

Sellers $15 or Seller pack 4 for $50.

560

REAL ESTATE 736

GRAVEL PIT / Acreage For Sale in Crawford Bay, BC on Kootenay Lake East Shore. 16 acre licensed gravel pit for sale, with or without equipment (request equipment price). Also have approval for 3 lot subdivision. Older double wide mobile on property. Bordered on two sides by crown land. Abundant wildlife. $249,000 Call Chris @ 250825-4701 or 250-354-9238 chris_choquette@hotmail.com; khoyle@hotmail.com

ABBOTSFORD, W; Fully fin’d exec 5 bd 4 bath, 2 yrs old, avail immed $3500/mo + utils. (604)720-8772

627

HOMES WANTED

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

Restless Leg Syndrome & Leg Cramps? Fast Relief In One Hour. Sleep At Night. Proven For Over 32 Years. www.allcalm.com Mon-Fri 8-4 EST 1-800-765-8660. STEEL BUILDING - DIY SUMMER SALE! - BONUS DAYS EXTRA 5% OFF. 20X22 $3,998. 25X24 $4,620. 30X34 $6,656. 32X42 $8,488. 40X54 $13,385. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca

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STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

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Power Pack LQFOXGHV $OGHUJURYH 6WDU PRINT AD: Includes photo and 3-lines for one week. %&&ODVVLÀ HG FRP ONLINE AD: BC-wide reach! For one week! USEDFraserValley.com ONLINE AD: Local reach — until you cancel it!

call 604.575-5555 ALDERGROVE STAR

HOMES FOR RENT

810

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

830

MOTORCYCLES

ALDERGROVE. Sm 2 bdrm cottage w/5 appls. 5 mins fr Gloucester. N/S, N/P. Refs req. Avail immed. $1000/mo. 604-220-6340 SOUTH SURREY new exec 3 lvl 2300 sqft home avail Aug 15th for min 1 yr lease at $2495/mo. Granite, SS, h/w on main. Carpet in 4 bdrms and bsmnt. 3.5 baths, detached dbl garage, patio. Close to transit/stores. N/S. refs and credit check req. Open Hse Sat, July 13 noon - 6 pm - Call for appt at 604614-2693 or lorrus@shaw.ca

741

Very rare Chrome Yellow in showroom condition. Over 10.000.00 spent on performance, touring and chrome accessories. Must be seen one owner. Phone 778-245-2290 price $10,500.00

845

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

ALDERGROVE: Newly reno 600 sqft office, retail, unique studio-like storefront space Negotiable terms Call David 604-328-4461

750 633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

MISC. FOR SALE

KILL BED BUGS & THEIR EGGS! Buy a Harris Bed Bug Kit, Complete Room Treatment Solution. Odorless, Non-Staining. Available online homedepot.com (NOT IN STORES)

TRANSPORTATION

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

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RENTALS

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly &

Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855

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SUITES, LOWER

ALDERGROVE - 1 & 2 BDRM SUITE. Avail now. N/S, N/P. Incl utils. 778-246-0915 or 604-8570230 ALDERGROVE; Brand new 1 bdrm bsmt ste. Close to all amens. N/P, N/S, no lndry. $650/mo incl cable & internet. Call: (604)856-3879

New SRI *1152 sq/ft Double wide $81,800. *14x70 Full gyproc single wide - loaded $69,900. Repossessed mobile, manufactured & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

ALDERGROVE: NEWER 2 bdrm bsmt legal suite. Clean, full main bathroom, sep lndry, lrg kitchen & living area. Avail now. Near park & hwy. 604-857-9880, 778-551-1305 The Scrapper

TRANSPORTATION 810

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES • DIFFICULTY SELLING ? •

Difﬁculty Making Payments? No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing? We Take Over Payments! No Fees! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

AUTO FINANCING

A1 AUTO LOANS. Good, Bad or No Credit - No problem. We help with rebuilding credit & also offer a first time buyer program. Call 1-855-957-7755.

.langleyautoloans.com 1.877.810.8649

RENTALS 706

• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

APARTMENT/CONDO

VICTORIA CONDO FOR SALE Bright 3rd floor 1 bedroom 1.5 bath adult complex along the Gorge waterway. Unit offers patio with water view,in-suite laundry,fireplace,updated paint & new flooring,Tennis court, indoor pool,hot tub,sauna and well kept grounds. Low strata fee and city bus out front to UVIC, Camosum or down town. Excellent rental investment or live in. Great value at $204,900. call 250-615-7225 or 250-886-8397 for pictures and more info.

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

AUTO CREDIT - Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply at: uapplyudrive.CA or Call toll free 1.877.680.1231

FANTASTIC PLACE TO CALL YOUR FAMILY HOME WHILE YOU AWAIT FUTURE DEVELOPMENT Just as the title says. This is the home and acreage you have been looking for to raise your family. This 3800 square foot home on over an acre has what you’re looking for. From the maple kitchen with corian counter edging, huge island with eating bar to the tile floors and large master bedroom with luxurious ensuite this home is sure NEW to please. All situated within biking distance of Pacific Academy LISTING! in a beautiful, upscale, mature, neighborhood. Enjoy the evenings relaxing in the hot tub or sitting on the covered deck. Call today for 9285 178 Street, Surrey more details. Call Verne Stel today for more details. $ 1,175,000 604-857-1100.

CUSTOM RENOVATED RANCHER BACKING ONTO A GOLF COURSE This is the home you have been waiting for. From its location to the extensive renovations from top to bottom you will want this one. All is done for you from the engineered hardwood, crown moldings, fresh paint, led energy efficient lighting, heat pump, accent lighting, on demand hot water, cambria quartz counter tops, and high end stainless steel appliances throughout, gas bbq hookup and extensive landscaping. This one will knock your socks off. Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing. 604-857-1100.

4880 209A Street, Langley

664,000

SALMON RIVER PRIVACY AND TRANQUILITY ON ALMOST AN ACRE WITH A SHOP AND SUITE

Have you been looking for that perfect family home with room for the inlaws? Here is the spot nestled amongst an up and coming neighborhood of new homes on acreages and next to serene ALR land this is the place. You will love this much updated 3800 square foot home plus detached shop on nearly an acre. It includes updated paint, lighting, windows, gourmet kitchen and the like all in a peaceful setting with lots of room for all your toys. Call Verne Stel today and book a showing, 604-857-1100.

22941 72nd Avenue, Langley

849,000

PERFECT TOWNHOUSE CLOSE TO EVERYTHING IN THE HEART OF CLOVERDALE Looking for a bright and airy place to call home? You have found it here. This rancher style upper unit will certainly appeal. With its large windows and south facing kitchen and family room, as well as the vaulted ceilings you will love the spaciousness of this home. Nearly 1400 square feet in a well cared for complex. Walking distance to a beautiful new shopping center that includes Starbucks, all the amenities are sure to please. Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing, 604-857-1100.

#7 5760 174th Street, Surrey

232,000

“Thinking of Buying or Selling? Call me today.”

Verne Stel

604-857-1100 vernestel.remax.ca

REMAX ALDERCENTER REALTY 26641 FRASER HWY, ALDERGROVE

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Call the Aldergrove specialist... Ready to move, when you are.

danflokstra.com Make your Dream a Reality. Call Dan today 604-857-1100! #20 - 27272 - 32ND AVENUE

$214,000

TWIN FIRS

Dan Flokstra

2861 BERGMAN STREET

604-857-1100

$779,900

The great location (backs onto school yard) great view of mountains, all from you oak country kitchen with large eating area, 3 bedrooms up plus ensuite and fully finished bsmt. The enclosed garage could be a 1 bedroom suite you gotta see this one. p.s. has a large back yard and is at the end of the cul-de-sac.

Call

Dan Flokstra

604-857-1100

559,900

2613-270B STREET

WALK TO SCHOOLS

1 ACRE WITH 2500 SQ. FT. RANCHER

1,800,000

27691 DOWNES ROAD

1/4 ACRE WITH SHOP

All cleared and In Hay land - over 430 feet of frontage. Older farm house on property plus 40 x 80 real shop and 80’ x 108’ cattle/hay barn - good driveways 3 phase power, city water, natural gas... Got Big Trucks? Bring em over! This is a well cared for property, ready to farm - no clearing to do.

Call

Dan Flokstra

$465,000

2979 - 270B STREET

26 ACRES

WELCOME FAMILY & FRIENDS OVER

Over 45 years young here, 3 levels, 3 bedrooms, stainless appliances and a great Mount Baker view. Loads of storage and quick possession possible. Almost 2,000 sq. ft and private yard.

Call

$439,900

2722 - 273 STREET

604-857-1100

LISTINGS

SOLD

Have a look here 3 bedroom rancher with ensuite, hot water heat and is wheelchair friendly very clean and neat on a large lot with a separate 22 X 24 shop. Lots of paved yard and covered patio on a no through street close to schools with a very private back yard. Call to view this great place.

Dan Flokstra

Call

604-857-1100

#34 - 27456 - 32ND AVENUE

$195,000

CEDAR PARK TOWNHOME

WANTED

Room for all the toys and then some check out this 4 bedroom custom built home on 1 acre in west abby on no thru street with huge parking area for R.V. or work vehicles this rancher has a very friendly floor plan and is perfect for family living or retirement living, if you like entertaining in the summertime or not this is a must see.

Call

Dan Flokstra

22153 OLD YALE ROAD

604-857-1100

$569,900

1700 SQ. FT IN MURRAYVILLE

This immaculate rancher on a 5ft crawl space has a family room and eating area/kitchen combo with a fabulous sun room also 3 bedrooms and a 3 piece ensuite In a great location in Murrayville. Neat clean and ready to move into.

Call

Dan Flokstra

604-857-1100

Here it is all ready to move into just freshly painted with new roof new gutters and facia boards new covered deck new kitchen downstairs this home has a mortgage helper and is in terrific shape bonus 2 gas fireplaces large garage, R.V. parking great Mt Baker View check this one out there has been over $ 30,000,00 spent in upgrades here so make an appointment to see.

Call

Dan Flokstra

604-857-1100

Call

Dan Flokstra

604-857-1100

RANCHER ON 4.42 ACRES

3175-268 STREET $ 389,900 1/4 ACRE LOT

Over 2000 sq ft wheelchair friendly home on 4.42 acre property in south Langley very well built home here in a great neighborhood in great shape. Has a terrific sunroom on the back. 3 bedrooms with extra large master bedroom with 4 piece ensuite. Property 1/3 cleared.

Close to everything large lot, room for a shop, mortgage helper already in 4 bedrooms for main floor and two more downstairs. Lots of parking and room to move around both in the yard and house so have look here. New furnace and hot water tank newer roof.

2275-240 STREET

Call

Dan Flokstra

$759,900

ANY SIZE ANY PRICE ANY CONDITION

604-857-1100

Call

Dan Flokstra

604-857-1100

Very nice and clean 3 bedroom townhome in Cedar Park very competitively priced for this location. All you have to do is move in new windows new doors in this complex and new roof is paid for. Close to playground and extra parking make a call and see this today.

604-857-1100

#92 - 27044 - 32ND AVENUE

$217,900

FIRST TIME BUYERS ALERT

Have a look here, very private back patio. Lovely wood fireplace, very neat and clean. This unit qualifies for all the first time home buyers perks. So call today and Let’s make a move happen.

Call

26641 FRASER HWY, ALDERGROVE • 604-857-1100 realestate@danflokstra.com

Dan Flokstra

Call

Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100 RE/MAX ALDERGROVE www.fraservalleyrealestate.net

ALDERCENTER REALTY

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On most new 2013 models (F-150 Super Crew Platinum 4x4 5.0L amount shown)

2013 CADILLAC XTS AWD WAS $64,005 NOW $57,921 #D0016

2013 FOCUS SE

6 SPEED AUTO, AIR CONDITIONING, POWER GROUP, APPEARANCE PACKAGE, FOG LIGHTS, ALLOY WHEELS, 5.5L /100km 51MPG HWY*** KEYLESS ENTRY #FOD47264 7.8L /100km 36MPG CITY***

19,999

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137

BI-WEEKLY TAXES INCLUDED

NOW WITH $0 DOWN

2013 FORD ESCAPE S AUTO, AIR CONDITIONING, 2.5L IVCT, POWER GROUP #EAD00331

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6.3L /100km 45MPG HWY*** 9.5L /100km 30MPG CITY***

21,680

OR OWN FOR ONLY

164

CREW CAB 4X4 3.5 ECOBOOST, XTR PKG, 6 SPEED AUTO, CONVENIENCE PKG, AIR COND, POWER GRP, 10.6L /100km 27MPG HWY*** 15.0L /100km 19MPG CITY*** KEYLESS ENTRY #EAD00331

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2013 FORD F-150 XLT

FWD

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2013 CHEVY CAMARO WAS $44,730 NOW $41,954 CONVERTIBLE

F-150 OFFERS

#D0013

2013 CADILLAC CTS WAS $61,425 NOW $52,827 #D0028

47,399 12,794

34,605

OR OWN FOR ONLY

259

BI-WEEKLY TAXES INCLUDED

NOW WITH $0 DOWN LEASE FOR 24 MONTHS $0 DOWN $536.16 /MO

$1500 DOWN $473.07 /MO

$2500 DOWN $431 /MO

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All prices plus taxes and fees. All finance payments based on 84 month amortization at 4.99% for F-150 and Escape or 1.99% for new 2013 Focus. Lease payment calculated at .99%, Total paid is $12,867.84 plus 12% applicable tax. Purchase option at lease term is $23,024.40 plus 12% applicable tax. Lease is calculated at 20,000 kms per year. Vehicles include 6 month Sirius subscription if equipped with proper equipment.

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