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Photo above: About 150 supporters came out to support José Figueroa, a Langley man who has taken sanctuary at Walnut Grove Lutheran Church, at a rally on Saturday. Right: Dani Kurylyk, a student doing a school project about Figueroa came out to support the father of three, who has been ordered deported to his native El Salvador.
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At times chanting “We are José”, a crowd estimated at 150 people gathered on Saturday for a rally to support Jose Figueroa, a 16year resident of Canada claiming sanctuary at Walnut Grove Lutheran Church, in an attempt to avoid deportation to El Salvador. Figueroa, a slight soft-spoken man said, “the community is caring for family values. One of the reasons that I took sanctuary was because it was the threat of me being separated from my family.” Figueroa faces separation from his wife and their three Canadian-born children because the Canadian government believes his past membership in the Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front (FMLN) makes him a security threat to Canada.
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The wrong chemicals mixed together made for a bad reaction, and a hazmat team to be called in on Friday afternoon. Langley Township fire crews were called to a warehouse on 62 Avenue at 205 Street around 2 p.m. Employees at PM Coating were mixing a polymer paint with the wrong kind of chemical, which caused an instant chemical reaction, said assistant fire chief Pat Walker. They had to wait for the chemical smoke to burn off. The nearby buildings were evacuated for precaution. A private hazmat company was called in to clean it up, said Walker. No injuries were reported. Video — www.langleytimes.com
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The bodies of dead ducks were laid out on the ground by their owners after a mink got in and killed about half of Jae and Sandra Woodlock’s fowl population during one week in early October. They believe the mink escaped from a neighbouring fur farm. The couple are now out thousands of dollars.
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A blood-thirsty mink is believed to have destroyed half of Jae and Sandra Woodlock’s fowl population in one week, leaving the Aldergrove hobby farmers without any recourse. “On Oct. 5 the mink killed all my babies, poor little things,” said Sandra. The Woodlocks live in the area around the 24000 block of 20 Avenue, beside a large mink farm. “The mink doesn’t even eat them, just drinks their blood and leaves them,” she said. On the prior Wednesday, the mink had killed 30 adult ducks in one night, the Woodlocks said. The couple is so fearful, they have now taken to watching over their ducks and locking them up as much as possible. They know it is a dark coloured mink because the animal now comes around in the daytime, said Sandra. They have set up traps, but it doesn’t take the bait. They believe mink have escaped from
the neighbouring farm. “We are out thousands of dollars and now have to find ways to safely get rid of our dead ducks. There is no recourse, no one to pay for the loss and no way of stopping this mink,” said Jae. He says his neighbour with the mink farm denies it is his minks that have gotten loose. Fur farms are regulated and licensed through the Ministry of Agriculture and through the Right to Farm Act. The Woodlocks called the Patti Dale Animal Shelter because it deals with other animals, like dogs, attacking farm animals. “Every few years we get a couple of calls about mink killing fowl. They can decimate a chicken coop very quickly,” said shelter manager Sean Baker. “While we don’t deal with mink complaints, I would recommend that no person try to handle minks. They have very sharp teeth.” The Township bylaw department also referred the Woodlocks to the province, but did say they could shoot the mink, but would have to follow strict regulations.
At least a couple of hundred mink escaped from a mink farm in West Abbotsford on Oct. 3, from a farm near the Lefeuvre Road and Downes Road. The farmer was able to account for the majority of the 2,000 mink on the farm, but at least a couple of hundred remain unaccounted for. The owner told his neighbours because he was concerned that the mink may target the poultry farms in the area. According to a 2004 Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries document, all 15 of B.C.’s mink farms are in the Fraser Valley, many in the Aldergrove area. Together, they produce 250,000 mink pelts per year, which are used for fur coats. There is still a market for fur in parts of Europe, Asia and Russia. “We may lose every duck and there is nothing we can do to stop it and no restitution for all our loss,” said Jae. They also have chickens that they raise and sell at auction as well as selling the birds’ eggs. “Every mink at a mink farm should be required to be tagged or have a colour dye
dot put on them to identify they come from a farm,” said Sandra. They have no way of proving that the killer mink is their neighbour’s, only that it matches the colour. In B.C., fur farm minks are mostly black or dark brown. Calls by The Times to the Ministry of Agriculture branch that deals with fur farms were not returned. The Woodlocks are devastated and frustrated and wonder if there are others in Langley suffering the same situation. “Maybe it’s time more be done to regulate these mink farms,” said Jae. He said he is willing to start a petition if there is interest. In August 20008, animal rights activists claimed responsibility for releasing approximately 6,000 mink from a fur farm in Aldergrove. In a message on an animal rights website, activists said the animals were freed near a park. The bodies of numerous mink were later found scattered along nearby 8 Avenue. The farm owners had managed to recover all but 500 of the animals.
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Aldergrove school WILL BE INCORPORATED INTO PLANNED NEW RECREATION CENTRE That caused a moment of concern for Councillor Kim Richter, who The century-old Aldergrove El- wondered what the financial impliementary School will be added to cations could be if the extent of althe Langley community heritage lowable renovations was restricted by the heritage designation. register. Could this mean “driving up or Langley Township council made inflating the price the decision by [of the community unanimous vote in centre]?” Richter September. asked. The school, loNot according to cated at Fraser Ramin Seifi, genHighway and 270 eral manager of Street, was first engineering and built in 1913 as a community develtwo-room school, RAMIN SEIFI opment, who told then expanded in council the herithe 1940s, then tage designation again in the 1960s will mean a consulting report that and the 1980s. Plans for a new recreation centre defines the building’s preservain Aldergrove call for the incorpo- tion-worthy “external features.” Financially, “there are no implicaration of the old school into the proposed new three-storey aquat- tions,” Seifi said. The Township was recently told it ic centre and two-storey ice arena, where it will serve as a public has to find another $15 million for the planned Aldergrove recreation library.
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gets heritage designation centre or start making cuts. A report by consulting company BTY Group of Vancouver calculated the cost of constructing the community centre at $50.3 million, more than the $35.5 million “spending envelope� originally approved by council. A staff report recommended the start of construction should be delayed until the funding issue can be sorted out. On top of the new $50 million construction cost estimate, staff also found another $3 million in “off-site� costs connected with upgrading roads, water and sewer connections to accommodate the new centre. Council also unanimously approved add-
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The public is being asked to help name the new middle school being built in the Yorkson neighbourhood. The deadline to submit a name for the school is Monday, Oct. 28. The school will be located at 20686 84 Ave. It will have a capacity of 750 students.
smith and carriage works now serves as a Montessori school.
The name for the school will be announced at the Nov. 26 board of education meeting. Submissions can be made to the school district office. A grand opening of Langley’s newest school, Richard Bulpitt Elementary, also located in Willoughby, will take place on Monday Oct. 28.
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Bullying awareness topic of Saturday forum MO N I Q U E TA M M I N G A Ti m e s Re po r t e r
The Langley Crime Prevention Society is hosting a free conference on bullying for parents, school administrators, volunteers, and anyone else who wants to become more aware of how to end this growing societal problem. The forum takes place on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Langley Township municipal hall. Speakers include Langley school district bullying expert Sandra Averill, Kathreen Riel, from WITS (Walk Away, Ignore,
Talk it Out, Seek Help) and Diane Snowden from Children of the Street Society. Crime Prevention volunteer Annie Richard is helping to organize this symposium. “The more (members of the) public who recognize what bullying is and how to deal with it when we see it, the better off we all are,” said Richard. Back when she was a child, no one talked about being bullied, “we just took it.” But “the scars are still there,” she points out. And that’s why she feels so strongly about offering this
symposium which will give people the tools to deal with bullying. There are so many new ways people can bully. Now strangers over the internet can bully strangers, she said. There are too many victims and education is the key to change, she said. Lunch will be provided. There is limited seating, so people who are interested in attending are asked to RSVP to annie@ langleycps.org or call 604-6070770. Langley Township municipal hall is located at 20338 65 Avenue.
No sign of forced entry as items taken from car trunk VEHICLE CLEANED OUT DESPITE BEING LOCKED MO N I Q U E TA M M I N G A Ti m e s Re po r t e r
Linda-Ann Bowling is wondering if a new type of car crime has hit Langley, after her vehicle was pilfered of everything in it, while parked at Aldergrove Regional Park on Oct. 6. “My husband and I went running at Aldergrove Lake so we parked our car at the east bowl parking lot,” she said. But they made the mistake of leaving their wallets and phones in the trunk. Bowling said she distinctly remembers locking the car using her fob.
They returned 45 minutes later to find everything gone, including her glasses from inside the vehicle. She had forgotten to take out her passport from her purse. Both their iPhones were taken. But there was no sign of forced entry into the vehicle, even thought the doors had been locked. “We think they must have some sort of fob scrambler to open doors,” said Bowling. Langley RCMP said they haven’t heard of this type of crime hitting Langley. But Bowling spoke with several people in the
United States, who said this is a new type of crime, with thieves using a scrambler. Within an hour, the thief used her credit card to charge $84 in gas in Abbotsford. Bowling said she cancelled all her credit cards and bank card and had to get all new ID. It was a good reminder to leave all your ID and valuables at home, or take whatever you can with you. In hearing from her American friends, Bowling said this fob scrambler is a radio jammer that bypasses the remote locking system.
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The scandal over the Senate grew larger Monday, with allegations from Senator Mike Duffy’s lawyer that Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s office knew a lot more about Duffy’s controversial expenses than the PM is admitting. These are simply allegations from a lawyer, but there is a hint that Duffy has some evidence to back these claims, in the form of emails from the prime minister’s office (PMO). The impetus for this extraordinary spectacle of a senator in disrepute taking aim at the prime minister who appointed him to the Senate is a move being pushed by the Conservatives (almost certainly crafted in the PMO). They want to take away the pay of Senators Duffy, Pamela Wallin and Patrick Brazeau — even though Duffy and Wallin, as yet, are facing no charges. Brazeau is facing charges in a domestic dispute, and has been suspended with pay from the Senate. His expenses are also in question, but he faces no charges on this matter yet. While public opinion likely backs the suspension of the three senators’ pay, all of us, even senators in disrepute, deserve fair process. To take away the pay of senators who have been accused of wrongdoing in the media, who are under investigation but not facing any charges, is moving far too swiftly and sets a very bad precedent. There may well be a case for suspending Brazeau’s pay, given that he is facing criminal charges, but for the moment Duffy and Wallin should have the right to confront their accusers head-on and sit in the Senate until charged with criminal offences. The uproar over their expenses is legitimate, but it is not yet a criminal matter. Suspending their pay is a brazen attempt to try and take the heat off the prime minister, who appointed all three and campaigned on a platform of Senate reform. The Conservatives and PMO cooked up a scheme which may come back to bite Harper in a very severe fashion.
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Township and Metro in midst of land use confrontation Mental health matters A confrontation between Langley a property at 44 Avenue and 216 Township and Metro Vancouver is Street, where a proposal to create well underway, and where it will 21 lots on land now in the ALR has end is far from certain. been endorsed by the Agricultural The two parties are embroiled Land Commission. in a lawsuit over the Township’s Another was a similar adjustment approval of the university disinvolving eight hectares within the trict surrounding Trinity Western ALR at 52 Avenue and 220 Street. University. This goes against Met- FROM THE The third involved the Forest Green ro’s regional growth strategy, and Mobile home park, just north of 200 people like Burnaby Mayor Derek Street and Highway 1. The TownCorrigan and Richmond Council- Frank Bucholtz ship wanted the land designated as lor Harold Steves are opposing the general urban instead of its current Township’s actions with what seems to be industrial mixed use designation. unbridled delight. Steves claimed that industrial land must Much of this is political. Both Corrigan be protected in just the same way that agand Steves are NDP members, and Steves ricultural land is. Funny, I haven’t heard of is the godfather of the Agricultural Land an Industrial Land Reseve, but maybe if he Reserve. As a backbencher in the Dave had his way there would be one. Barrett government, he pushed for the This would come after the City of Vanfarmland freeze that has endured all these couver has converted much of its indusyears. It went back to his background as a trial land to residential use. While such member of a pioneer Richmond farming has not been the case in Burnaby to the family and his studies as a UBC agriculture same degree, residential uses are starting student in the 1950s. to creep into industrial areas, particularly Corrigan is a political pugilist, who loves near Brentwood and just east of Metroto do battle with anyone who isn’t on his town along the SkyTrain line. side. He rules Burnaby with an iron fist, Should Langley Township council start to with all members of council under his protest land uses in Vancouver and Burnthumb. In the last municipal election, he aby with the same vigor used to fight proeven interfered directly in the board of ed- posed land uses here? Councillors may feel ucation election, and to no one’s surprise, like doing so, and thus far haven’t issued a that body is 100 per cent controlled by his peep about any of these rejections by MetNDP civic farm team as well. ro Vancouver. However, he knows very little about The lawsuit over the university district Langley and certainly has no in-depth may be what they pin their hopes on. If knowledge of the land use issues that the Metro Vancouver’s power to designate or Metro regional planning committee, which restrict lands across the region for various he chairs, have dealt with. uses is trimmed back or eliminated by the The planning committee and the Metro courts, the Township will have a free hand board turned down three requests from to designate lands as council sees fit. Langley Township to adjust the urban conThere are still more chapters to be writtainment boundary. One of them involved ten in this tale.
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The varied and heated response to a suggestion that Riverview should never be re-opened shows that people do care about mental health, some of them negatively and others with deep compassion and understanding. There will always be a need for secure facilities to house patients who pose a serious risk to themselves or the community. While it is highly unlikely that such secure facilities can be affordably situated in every community, locally-based programs should be available for the majority of those suffering from mental illness who pose no such threats. Successive NDP and Liberal provincial governments have largely ignored the original commitment to provide community-based mental health programs following the closure of Riverview. That systemic failure is now manifesting itself with an appalling growth in mental health problems in our communities. For most mentally ill people, large warehouse-type facilities such as Riverview are not the answer. Almost every day there are homeless people wandering our downtown streets, many of them suffering from various mental health problems or the downside of substance abuse, but few of them demonstrate behaviour that would indicate they need to be locked up, medicated and forgotten in some medieval complex such as Riverview. Finding a solution for the increase in mental health issues is not going to be easy, but standing idly by and doing nothing is only going to lead to greater tragedies than the simple matter of unacceptable optics in our neighbourhoods and downtown business district. Lower Mainland mayors may have been on the wrong track when they suggested the re-opening of Riverview, but they did bring the looming tragedy to the forefront. The ball is now in the court of the provincial government, but our MLAs are not likely to do much about it because any solution will cost huge dollars at a time when every departmental budget is being slashed. The tired old explanation about the government’s lack of ability to fund decent programs and facilities just doesn’t wash in the face of the same government’s ballyhoo about our golden future. — Maple Ridge News
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School safety concerns get little attention Editor: It disheartened me to read that the area around Coghlan Elementary is not being considered for traffic calming. As a parent of Coghlan Fundamental Elementary, I’d like to point out the following: • We do not live in a hustle and bustle community like Willoughby, which is expanding rapidly in population and in housing density; • We have no big brother school that can speak on our behalf or help us when we are down, such as R.E. Mountain Secondary School; • We have gone as concerned parents and raised our safety concerns over the congestion on the roadway at school time to the principal, the school district and to Township, but everyone appears more interested in escalating the issue to another level where it gets stopped due to bureaucracy; • As a PAC member and president, I have stood before the mayor and engineering department and made a heartfelt presentation on the issues our children and their parents face every day going to our little rural school. We have open ditches, no sidewalks, and we face agricultural traffic and feeder traffic from the freeway each and every day; • The drivers we face do not want to recognize they are in a school zone — this even holds true for one of the district
school bus drivers who uses this roadway to get another school’s children to and from school safely, while going above the posted school zone speed limit; and • In winter due to the nature of country roadways, we face excessive icing and partially plowed roadways at best. Yet only the street the school is on gets plowed as a priority, according to the Township. The others are left as zero priority, even though parents have no option but to drive their children to and from school. In 2011, we lost a former student due to a horrific traffic accident at the intersection of Robertson Crescent and 256 Street. A Grade 7 student was also a passenger in that vehicle and sustained serious injury. The landscape at the accident scene still bears the scars of that accident to this day, yet the Township states that all they could do to slow traffic down is install a flashing light. It has increased the size of the stop signs in the area, posted signs warning drivers of the impending two-way stop and even put up reflective tape to alert drivers. This corner is a mere two blocks from our school and, according to statistics, a high accident intersection. Ask the numerous drivers who each winter slide into each other or off the roadway what the true statistics are. Ask the local res-
idents about the exact number of incidents that occur. Local residents have often been without power as a direct result of one of these accidents. Some people don’t report their mishaps to any insurance company for fear of increased insurance rates or other means of taking more money from their pockets. Why do people, in this day and age, have to scream louder to make their situation heard and to be the squeaky wheel to get someone’s attention, so some common sense work can be done? The Township has said it does not have the money to fill in the ditches that are adjacent to our school. It also said we should expand our parking lot further. We have already done this over four years ago at the district’s expense and at the expense of the children losing further green playing space. Parents have to hold on to their children tightly, as we have no sidewalks to get to school on. The Township states it has conducted random traffic studies of traffic flow patterns in our area, but when — during the summer months when none of our normal school commuters are present? This scenario plays out daily for us. Like R.E. Mountain parents, we have asked for traffic calming devices like speed bumps for our area to no avail.
There’s no need to rally the troops Editor: It appears Susan Morris (The Times, Oct. 17) has a bee in her bonnet about Fort Langley and what is happening there. Councillor David Davis has a sign on property owned by the Davis clan which states “we support heritage guidelines, do you?” Where on earth does it say “in Fort Langley?” She jumped, on her own, to the conclusion that he must mean Fort Langley. So he and his family (the sign does say we) support heritage guidelines for the
Township. So what? Davis and his extended family members all live on this land. Morris should also know that this family has been in Langley for generations and will continue to farm here long after we are gone, if there is still land left to farm. As to the comment about the “odd” Hands on Heritage yellow hand print, she should know that there are well over 1,000 of them so far, and counting. These are from people who care about heri-
tage and history. I don’t think Davis needs to rally the troops. The troops may well ask him to be their leader. And finally, I used to live up the hill from the Davis farm and enjoyed reading his signs which changed weekly. There were some very funny ones, and some that made you think. This one sure makes you think.
Editor: I find the reaction from letter writer Susan Morris (The Times, Oct. 17) to be a little over the top. The last time I looked, we still lived in a democracy and freedom of speech still existed. But it seems it
is only for those who supported the Coulter Berry development. I’ve lived in Fort Langley for 18 years, and this building seems to be affecting what we say and who we can say it to. Maybe with the change
of guidelines, we lost more than we counted on and what brought us here to live in the first place — community. JACQUELINE COOK, FORT LANGLEY
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The Township did its part, it sent out a survey to the families living near our school to see if they were in favour of such a measure. They sent these out in July 2013. No one from the Township cared to poll the parents of the students on what they thought of this measure or any other traffic calming measure for our school. Yet again we are left out. Do I sound disheartened, or even a bit jealous, because R.E. Mountain will get their sidewalks and most likely traffic calming measures? This school catchment has the population to support Township’s taxpaying needs. We extend to ‘best of luck’ to Mountain parents in this uphill battle. Little brother in the country will continue its fight and hope that the Coghlan principal doesn’t have to make the 911 call anytime soon. We hope one of her little people or their family member will not be hurt in a local traffic mishap. Maybe the Township will see the light and help us out with a little ditch filling. How much could a metal culvert and some crushed clean rock cost? Surely nowhere near the price of some temporary asphalt, or sidewalk concrete, or the life of one child. T. VERIGIN, LANGLEY
Upset with Ottawa Editor: Re: “Figueroa deemed threat to Canada,” (The Times, Oct. 17). I am so upset at my country that they could treat a law-abiding citizen the way they treat José Figueroa. The immigration department allows known Tong members into Canada because they have broken no laws in Canada. What laws has José broken? I would like the government to tell me why José is a threat to Canada. While I’m on this topic, I am getting a little ticked at MP Mark Warawa rid-
ing the coattails of the Figueroa family’s predicament. He appears to be trying to help in this very sorry situation but all I see is his photo popping up alongside many of the stories of José Figueroa. Is MP Warawa so far back in the back bench that he is without clout? We need a representative in Ottawa who can do something for the people of this area when they need help. JOHN WINTER, LANGLEY
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“Our thoughts are also with the driver of the second vehicle. RCMP officers have advised us that he tried everything possible to avoid the collision,” he said. Peter and his wife Mildred celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary this year. They emigrated from Denmark P ETER in 1958 with the goal of giving more opportunities to their sons Poul and Soren. Peter, a master painter, had skills that were in high demand in Canada at the time. “Dad was simultaneously fiercely independent and caring for others,” said Soren. “Whether it was single-handedly raising our first house so we could walk upright in the basement, designing and sewing costumes for Halloween parties with their ballroom dancing friends, being a fulltime caregiver when Mom was diagnosed with dementia, or consistently beating me at chess, there wasn’t much he couldn’t do. “Just last year, when I tried to tell him that carrying a heavy
Langley RCMP are hoping the public can help identify a woman they believe is responsible for using a fraudulent credit card to make several purchases this summer. The woman was caught on surveillance video at a liquor store in North Langley using a fraudulent credit card on July 10.
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pressure-treated 2 x 10 was a two-person job, he assured me that he could still drag it into place,” he said. “As is the case for everyone dealing with loss, this is a very trying time for our family,” said Poul Bech, also a Langley resident. “It has been made significantBEC H ly easier by the kindness and support we’ve received from Dad’s many friends and acquaintances, the staff at the Maple Hill care home where dad has visited virtually every day since Mom was admitted earlier this year, and especially the tremendous neighbours in the 205B Street cul-de-sac. There is a strong sense of community here which has lightened our burden,” he said. A memorial service for Jens Peter Bech will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, at the BCGEU hall at 8555-198A St., Langley. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Alzheimer Society of BC, the Steelhead Society of BC, Sierra Club BC, or the charity of your choice.
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Diwali (Festival of Lights) Oct. 26 at Muriel Arnason library, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Crafts, face painting, mehndi, Indian music, turban wrapping demonstrations, and delicious refreshments. All Diwali activities are drop-in, free and open to the public. For more information, please call 604-5323590, or visit Muriel Arnason Library, located in the Township of Langley Civic Facility at 20338 65 Ave.
Annual Christmas craft and gift sale by Rainbow Old Age Pensioners Organization No. 146, Nov. 2, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Evergreen Hall, 5464 203 St. behind the Army and Navy Store. Fibromyalgia Well Spring Foundation fundraiser Nov. 9 with Bobby “Nearly Neil” Bruce at Langley Golf and Banquet Centre 21550 44 Ave. Doors open 6:30 p.m. show starts at 7:30 p.m. Silent auction and cash bar. $30. Contact 778-278-3697 for tickets.
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Trick or Treat Halloween Parade at Willowbrook Shopping Centre Oct. 31, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Cost: $2 per child up to age 12. Registration starts at 4 p.m. at the following Willowbrook entrances: Sport Chek, Swimco, and The Pantry. Proceeds from the event benefit the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Canada. Langley Writers’ Guild meets first, second and fourth Thursdays of the month at Langley City Library, 10 a.m. to noon. Readings, critiquing, workshops. All genres. For more info: call Doris at 604-534-3384.
Langley Field Naturalist Society Oct. 25 walk at Brunswick Point, Ladner. Search for returning seabirds and raptors. Expect to see Buteos. Rough-legged and Red-tailed Hawks, possibly the charming Short-eared Owl and Northern Harriers. Please dress appropriately and bring lunch. Phone Anne 604-888-1787 for information. Grave Tales historic walking tours are back. Stories are depicted at night by expert storytellers as you walk through the Fort Langley village. Finish with a warm drink around the bonfire inside the historic fort. Get your tickets in advance, online only at http://www.ticketweb.ca. Dates: Oct. 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27 (7 p.m., 8 p.m., 9 p.m.); Oct 28, 29, 30 (7 p.m. and 8 p.m.). $15.10 per person. Age 17 and older only.
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Designing with natural gas By Kerry Vital Natural gas is no longer needed exclusively by professional chefs and high-end homes. Homeowners are increasingly choosing natural gas in their kitchens, living spaces and even outdoors. “A lot more people are choosing natural gas these days, especially in the kitchen,� says Stephanie Malhas, interior designer at Sarah Gallop Design Inc. (SGDI). “People like the
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constraints. “We had to be mindful of the existing active commercial businesses on site and had to keep the noise contained and the site tidy and orderly,� Kerr says. “Space was tight and anything heavy has to be craned in as there was not vehicle access to the rooftop patio where the home was built.� The shape of the home was determined by the patio that was already in place, while the exterior finishes were chosen to complement the commercial building next door. “The existing patio we built on was not
As the weather cools and we find ourselves spending the majority of our time indoors, you may be feeling the urge to spruce up your home with some new decor or a little makeover. When it comes to picking out the proper colours, patterns and styles for your home, this fall there is plenty to be excited about, according to designer Joan Walker, owner of The Curtain Call Drapery & Decorating Co. Similar to previous seasons, wallpaper is still a popular choice for homes, and choosing a print with graphics and texture helps to fill any room with subtle warmth. This year, fabrics for chairs, cushions and other such items are a little more bold, with orange and blue hues. “After years of natural texture, prints are creeping back in with bold graphics and embroidery,� Walker explained. “This can add the perfect pop to any
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Among the challenges that Kerr Construction ran into while building this Vancouver home was a long permit process, noise restrictions and having to adhere to commercial fire codes due to it being located beside a commercial building. Photo submitted by Kerr Construction
Getting rid of the commute in Vancouver Kerr Construction helps Vancouver homeowner see his vision come to life. By Kerry Vital Imagine waking up in the morning and walking next door to work. Sounds like a dream for those who commute every morning and evening. That dream came true for one Vancouver homeowner, with the help of Kerr Construction. “It’s a beautiful home,� says Doug Kerr, founder of Kerr Construction. “One of the aspects of the house that I think turned out really well was
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Home built on commercial building site but looks like itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always been there â&#x20AC;&#x153;from â&#x20AC;&#x153; from page.15 page.1 square,â&#x20AC;? says Kerr. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So the home had to be designed to fit the irregular shape.â&#x20AC;? The 52-inch-wide pivoting front door suits the commercial space, but also showcases the warmth of the home. Inside, the kitchen island counter and recessed ceiling above match the shape of the home, lending a modern touch to the space. The homeowner, an older gentleman, now has several features that will help as he ages. Among them is a convenience kitchen on the second floor to ensure that he can entertain on his deck without having to go up and down the stairs to the main kitchen. There are also flush transitions on the floor in case a wheelchair is needed in the future. Smart home automation is included throughout, making it easy for the homeowner to keep connected. â&#x20AC;&#x153;My favourite part of the home is the floating wall beside the open staircase,â&#x20AC;? Kerr says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was such an engineering feat to make an eight-foothigh wall solid without being attached at the top or sides. It provides the definition of space without blocking out all the light from the skylights in the stairwell as well as adds a little mystery of how it was constructed.â&#x20AC;? The view from the home is spectacular, so the exterior deck was constructed to maximize the homeownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s view, enhanced by the large windows and skylights. Among the interesting features of the home is a textured green wall above the entrance to the parking garage below the home. The greenery already surrounding the home was kept, with new plants added as well. Now, the home looks like it was always there. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The homeowner was very involved in the day-to-day decisions of the home that took just over a year to build,â&#x20AC;? Kerr says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He had a vision of how he wanted it to look and how it would function. It really is his vision. Our job was just to figure out how it could be built.â&#x20AC;? Now the homeowner can enjoy his new home without having to worry about commuting, and he has plenty of space to entertain or relax. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He loves the way the simple modern interior of the home showcases his art collection and his favourite Fin Yule furniture made in his Danish homeland,â&#x20AC;? says Kerr.
The green wall above the entrance to the parking garage, left, provides visual interest. Among the features in the home is an eight-foot-high floating wall, below, and tons of natural light in the kitchen, below left, and bathroom, above. Photos submitted by Kerr Construction
Decorating for the season â&#x20AC;&#x153;from â&#x20AC;&#x153; frompage.15 page.1 room, especially in a modern design. And weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not just seeing a single colour any more as an accent.â&#x20AC;? If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in the market for some new furniture, Walker said the latest trend is leaning towards a more refined, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;glam-rusticâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; look to pieces that are on the lighter side, with fine features and tapered, slim legs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Overall, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a little more sophisticated, but at the same time exuding a casual glamour and relaxed look,â&#x20AC;? she said. Natural wood finishes are still a popular choice â&#x20AC;&#x201C; especially in coffee tables, which are often placed in groupings at different heights for a tapered look. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These pieces are not only multifunctional, but they create a dimension of a square centre of a room.â&#x20AC;? Other styles of look out for this season include designs with hints of metallic and luxury accent fabrics, including velvet and faux fur, as well as the ever-popular tribal motifs and animal prints. If itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the flooring in your home that needs a little attention this fall, a popular choice, according to Dora Belyk of Surfside Flooring, is vinyl wood plank and tile. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is durable and has great design detail that looks very similar to real hardwood or tile,â&#x20AC;? Belyk said.
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Getting your furnace ready for winter as the cold sets in By Kerry Vital
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The mornings are chilly and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s getting darker earlier. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to start considering getting your furnace going. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Most of the time you can flip a switch and it works,â&#x20AC;? says Greg Eldridge of Milani Plumbing Drainage and Heating. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Beforehand you should change the filters, get it serviced and clean the ducts.â&#x20AC;? It is always recommended to have your furnace checked out at least once a year. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nothing worse than coming home in the dead of winter to find that your furnace isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t working, and regular maintenance can prevent that. Most of the time itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a fairly straight-forward process and wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t take too long. You can easily replace the filter yourself. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can get a filter at (hardware stores) and furnace stores,â&#x20AC;? says Eldridge. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pull out the filter from the side and swap it.â&#x20AC;? He recommends replacing the filter about three times a year, or four times a year if you have pets. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can buy a washable filter that will last forever,â&#x20AC;? he says, adding that they are convenient but pricier. Before flipping that switch, Eldridge says to make sure there are no flammable liquids near the system and make sure the general area is clear of debris. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Also make sure the piping isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t obstructed in any way,â&#x20AC;? he says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And make sure that the floor and wall grills are clear because that can obstruct the air.â&#x20AC;? In some cases, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no other option but to replace your furnace or other heating system. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re unsure as to whether thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the right step for you, take a look at your heating bills. No one wants to pay a lot to keep their home cozy, and an inefficient furnace can eat up your hard-earned money. Constantly repairing an older furnace in order to keep it functioning and safe will also cost you a lot more in the long run. Another consideration is whether your furnace is keeping all of the areas of your home warm. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re noticing cold spots, your furnace is probably in need of an upgrade. The final thing to think about is whether your furnace is still safe. Older furnaces can leak carbon monoxide or more easily start a fire. As the cold sets in, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll appreciate the heat of an efficient furnace or other heating system. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very important to keep it working well in order to keep out winterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s chill and to keep you and your family safe.
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Glitter reigns supreme for the winter holidays By Kerry Vital The winter holidays are fast approaching, and you’ve probably already seen the first sprinklings of snowflakes and reindeer in stores. It’s never too early to start thinking about what you’d like to include in your holiday decor plans. “Traditional colours are being used in a new way,” says Vickie Maxwell, media coordinator for Bouclair Homes. “Red is mixed with gold and black, giving it a strong, glamourous feel to a very traditional holiday colour.” Red, gold and green is usually what comes to mind when Christmas is discussed, but that doesn’t mean you have to stick with those traditional colours. Bouclair is moving beyond that this year with collections that feature teal, silver and white. Keeping your own style in mind will make for a far better look than trying to stick with something that’s not your style. Sparkle has always been an integral part of the holidays for some, and you’ll find plenty of options in stores. “Emerging trends for holiday decor is anything that sparkles and mixing contrasting elements like earthy wood and metallic accents together,” says Pottery Barn spokesperson Kendra Stewart. “Pair big wooden candle pillars with shiny mercury glass and earthy ceramics for a contrast of rustic and luxe elements to create a casual yet festive look for the season.” Pottery Barn is updating some of the traditional holiday items this year, including glittery reindeer and sequined woodland creatures. “The holidays are all about creating an inviting space to entertain and celebrate
the season, and I love the tradition of decorating with my nostalgic pieces and pairing them with new seasonal updates,” says Stewart. “This year, bring a little warmth and sparkle to every room with accents of mercury glass and a chunky knit pillow or faux fur throw.” The holidays can also be a great time to try out some do-it-yourself ideas. Cutting out snowflakes from folded paper is a time-honoured tradition, stemming from elementary school experiences for many. Setting your kids free with the crayons and glitter makes for an easy afternoon craft project. Another great idea is to gather some pine cones from your local park and hanging them up with some ribbon. For a little extra touch, try spray-painting them and rolling them in glitter before hanging them. You can also find a new use for some of the tree ornaments that you don’t want to put on the tree. Filling a glass bowl or vase with them and using it as a centrepiece adds some sparkle and colour to a holiday table. You can also do this with pieces of candy or fruit, or jingle bells from a craft store. Strings of lights are also a great way to decorate for the season, no matter which holiday you celebrate. Running them along a fireplace mantel or inside a window frame will lend some more sparkle to your space. Or, try wrapping them up the banister of your stairs, accented with some tinsel garland. Decorating for the holidays is all a matter of individual style, whether you want to go all-out with the lights and wreathes or just decorate a tree for you and your family to enjoy.
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Think of the big picture when it comes to windows By Kerry Vital When it comes to replacing your windows, you’ll need a clear vision of what you want the exterior of your home to look like. “You have to think big picture on what look you want,” says Mark Brandow, sales manager for Centra Windows. “Are you going to paint the exterior a different colour in the future? Are you going to change the siding?” Brandow says that the first thing he does when he goes to a client’s home is to stand outside the house with the homeowner and talk about the look he or she wants for their home. “You need to have a vision of what you want,” he says. The biggest thing that homeowners need to consider when replacing their windows is the energy savings, especially as it gets colder. “You want to keep the heat in,” Brandow says, adding that it will save you money in the long run. Having properly installed windows will not only make your The important things that you should conhome look great but will also lower your heating costs in the sider are what Brandow calls “the three keys.” long run. The first is the glass, followed by the frame Photos submitted by Centra Windows and the installation. “The installation is the most important component,” he says. “If you don’t have it installed between the panes. He also notes that most properly, it’s more drafty in your room and it opens walls to window replacements will take about five rot, which leads to mold and bigger expenses.” to eight weeks from the time you sign the He also recommends homeowners ask the window comcontract to the finished product. pany what they use as spacers between the glass to maintain “We’ll go through the options that work the seal. for you,” he says. “We’ll talk about function “We use structural foam that expands when it’s hot and con- and the trim options including the colour tracts when it’s cold,” Brandow says. “Glass does that too.” scheme.” When it comes to style, clean, crisp lines and clear glass While you may not consider your windows are the most popular, whether you’re looking for a large bay tops on the list of things keeping you warm window or a small picture window. in your house, it’s definitely worth a second Brandow recommends those looking to replace their thought as the nights get colder. No one windows budget between $600 and $800 per window in order wants to spend more money on energy bills to cover the glass, screens and inert gas that fills the space than they have to.
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Hiring an interior designer well worth the money By Kerry Vital Renovating is one of the most stressful things you’ll ever do in your life. The number of decisions to be made, the constraints of a budget and the scope of the work can all combine to make you wish you had never started the project at all. Hiring an interior designer goes a long way towards making your life a bit easier. “I do a lot of hand-holding,” says Beverley Richards of Beverley A. Richards Interior Designs. “I also put on the stripes and referee between homeowners and trades sometimes.” She laughs when she notes that she sometimes has to play the ref between homeowners who can’t believe what their spouse likes. But money is the biggest reason that homeowners should hire an interior designer when they’re doing renovations. “We do many houses a year, while the homeowner only does one,” Richards says. “We have better buying power and get a price break on things, which I pass on to the client.” Most interior designers will charge by the job or by the hour, depending on the project, but that cost is often less than what you would spend if you were buying materials and furnishings on your own. “You have to trust your designer,” says Richards. “They have your best interests at heart. The process should be fun, and having a designer means you don’t have to micro-manage everything.” An interior designer will liaise with the contractor and tradespeople, ensuring that he or she knows what everyone is doing and getting to that cohesive look at the end. “Everyone has their own expertise,” Richards says. “You wouldn’t go to a dentist to get your arm fixed, so why would you want to do things you’re not used to doing?” Hiring an interior designer might be one of the most important choices you make when renovating your home, no matter the size of the project. “At the end of the day, you can take great pride in your new space,” Richards says.
Beverley Richards and her team turned a 680-square-foot apartment into something that feels much larger, demonstrating that using an interior designer can be worth every penny. Photos submitted by Beverley A. Richards Interior Designs
A touch of celebrity in your home decor Well-known home decor mavens and celebrities alike have released home lines, offering everything from bed linens to organizing solutions to furniture and art pieces. Stores all over Canada carry lines from names you’ll see in magazines and on television. By Kerry Vital A famous name can lend some cachet to almost anything, from movies to beverages to clothing. In recent years, home decor has become one of the trendy things to link a name to, whether that person’s a fashion designer, celebrity or television personality. “We decided to partner with Debbie Travis because she complements the broad assortment of home decor products that Canadian Tire carries,” says Unha Park, manager of private label brands at Canadian Tire. “Debbie appeals strongly to our target market of parents with kids, and particularly to female shoppers, who are already nearly half of our customer base.” Travis has been a fixture on television screens with her variety of home shows on the CBC, as well as her weekly newspaper column and several books. Among the products she currently offers at Canadian Tire are paint, furniture and decor items. Her “Christmas collection is very popular, with a wide range of co-ordinating tree trim and decor that lets the customer transform their home for the holiday season,” Park says. “Other popular items include the leather furniture pieces, including an ottoman with storage, and storage and organizing baskets offering stylish and practical decorating solutions.” Canadian Tire isn’t the only store working with a well-known name. Hudson’s Bay has stocked home goods from clothing designer Ralph Lauren for years, as well as products from high-end designers such as Diane von Furstenberg, Vera Wang, Marchesa and Monique Lhuillier. Home Outfitters sells items from Canadian design duo Steven and Chris, including bedding and bath textiles. Other designers who have done home goods collections include Todd Oldham, Calvin Klein and Missoni, among others. But it’s not just fashion designers who are looking for new ways to cater to their fans. Singer Justin Timberlake collaborated with his long-time interior designer Estee Stanley last year on a collection of home goods and art, called HomeMint. He joins other celebrities including
basketball player LeBron James, rapper P. Diddy and model Cindy Crawford, all of whom have released home lines at various stores in the past few years. Many celebrity chefs have also released dining and entertainment equipment, including Curtis Stone, Gordon Ramsay, Emeril Lagasse and Rachael Ray, though there’s no guarantee you’ll inherit their cooking skills! Park notes that Canadian Tire’s collaboration with Travis has been very successful. “Debbie Travis lends a great deal of credibility as a decorating expert who provides top trends and stylish ideas,” says Park. “This has certainly helped in categories where style and design are a key component of why customers buy.” Travis herself features her products in her popular online how-to videos. Chris, including bedding and bath textiles. Other designers who have done home goods collections include Todd Oldham, Calvin Klein and Missoni, among others. But it’s not just fashion designers who are looking for new ways to cater to their fans. Singer Justin Timberlake collaborated with his long-time interior designer Estee Stanley last year on a collection of home goods and art, called HomeMint. He joins other celebrities including basketball player LeBron James, rapper P. Diddy and model Cindy Crawford, all of whom have released home lines at various stores in the past few years. Many celebrity chefs have also released dining and entertainment equipment, including Curtis Stone, Gordon Ramsay, Emeril Lagasse and Rachael Ray, though there’s no guarantee you’ll inherit their cooking skills! Park notes that Canadian Tire’s collaboration with Travis has been very successful. “Debbie Travis lends a great deal of credibility as a decorating expert who provides top trends and stylish ideas,” says Park. “This has certainly helped in categories where style and design are a key component of why customers buy.” Travis herself features her products in her popular online how-to videos.
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affordable choice for homeowners. Find it at www.fortisbc. com/energycalculator. FortisBC natural gas customers are continuing to benefit from some of the lowest prices in a decade. As of Oct. 1, customers will see a decrease for the cost of natural gas to just over $3 per gigajoule. More information can be found at www.fortisbc.com/rates. Other outdoor options that Gallop, Doise and Malhas have seen lately have been fire tables and full outdoor fireplaces. “People are looking for an indoor-outdoor life,” says Gallop. “You can install a fire table that looks just like a coffee table and can be used as a coffee table outside, with a linear burner in the middle.” She’s also seen firepits within an outdoor dining table. “Natural gas brings warmth,” Gallop says. “It obviously brings physical warmth but also a warm ambiance.” This is especially important in the living areas, where you want to gather with friends and family. Natural gas fireplaces are both cozy and convenient. FortisBC notes that you can even pre-program some models of gas fireplaces to turn on at a specific time to warm up your space in the morning or before you get home from work. Natural gas is a convenient option for your home, whether you want to fuel a fireplace, below, or an outdoor firepit, top right. Natural gas is also great for cooktops and ovens in the kitchen. Photos submitted by FortisBC
“There’s a lot of flexibility when it comes to gas fireplaces,” says Gallop. “You can convert an old wood-burning fireplace, customize how it looks, whatever you want to suit your style, space and budget.” Doise agrees, saying, “A fireplace in the living room becomes a focal point. You want to place everything around it.” While you may not be contemplating a move any time soon, installing natural gas in your home will also increase the resale value in the future. “It’s a really nice selling feature,” says Malhas. “People want natural gas when they’re looking for a home.” FortisBC has partnered with Black Press on the Reno Me! with FortisBC contest, which began Oct. 7. Readers are encouraged to submit a photo by Oct. 31 of their great room, kitchen or outdoor space and explain why they want a makeover using natural gas. One finalist from each category will be chosen to receive a consultation with an interior designer and a rendering of their space. Then, one winner will be chosen by readers to receive $10,000 towards their renovation, with the second and third place homeowners receiving $2,000. Voters will also get a chance to win a $500 gift card towards the purchase of a natural gas appliance. To enter the Reno Me! with FortisBC contest, visit your local Black Press paper’s website and click on the Contests link. For more information about natural gas in your home, visit www.fortisbc.com/goodforhomes.
Feng Shui principles apply to a lot more than just moving furniture around in your home
Important principles of Feng Shui include keeping your home clear and clean and allowing fresh energy into your life through your windows. Blocking your life energy can lead to health or financial blockages, according to East West Academy of Feng Shui founder Marlyna Los. Photos submitted by Marlyna Los
The ancient art of Feng Shui looks at life energy and its impact on your everyday life. By Kerry Vital The practice of Feng Shui is a time-honoured cultural tradition in Asia, and has been making its way to the Lower Mainland in recent years. However, it’s often misunderstood
and dismissed as mere superstition. “Feng Shui is the study of Qi, or life energy, and its impact on the environment and humans,” says Feng Shui expert and founder of the East West Academy of Feng Shui Marlyna Los. “Location, direction, buildings, layouts, furniture, colours, shapes, materials all have a big impact on us, whether you consciously feel it or not. ... Feng Shui consciously studies the environment and uses formulae and techniques to open and manipulate energy to
human benefit.” Among the benefits that Los notes are long life, peace of mind, good health and financial prosperity. “Much of what is thought to be Feng Shui in North America is actually watered-down principles that have become more superstition than actual Feng Shui application,” Los says. “Feng Shui is first about location and direction. Certain areas of a home are meant to be Yin (quiet), such as a bedroom, and certain locations should be Yang (active), such as doorways, hallways, living rooms and kitchens.” While some principles can be applied across the board, Feng Shui is not a one-sizefits-all approach. “The energy of a building is determined by many factors,” Los says. “A beautiful home does not necessarily mean good Feng Shui.” She notes that homeowners looking to incorporate Feng Shui should first look at cleaning up your space. “Keep your entrance and hallways open, clear and clean. Open your windows to allow fresh energy into your life,” she says. “Fix what’s broken; make room for new energy to come into your life.” Blocking that energy can be to your detriment. “When energy is squeezed, blocked or stagnant a home does not receive Qi and the occupants experience health or financial blockages in their lives,” says Los. “When the
balance of Yin and Yang is disturbed the emotions and mental activity of the occupant are affected.” Los recommends people who want to play with their energy to try sitting in a different spot to watch television for a few weeks or sleeping in a different bedroom to see how it affects their energy and daily lives. “Advanced Feng Shui tips would require analysis of your home by Feng Shui formula to determine what locations or sectors and directions are best for you to occupy and face,” she says.
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Film it in 50 and win $500 SURREY LITTLE THEATRE’S ANNUAL 50-HOUR F ILM CHALLENG E RETURNS NOV. 8,9 & 10 Where else do you have an opportunity to earn $100 per minute? Surrey Little Theatre is once again inviting filmmakers to write, shoot and edit a five-minute film for a shot at a $500 prize. Teams are now being registered in the sixth annual 50-hour Film Challenge weekend, which starts Friday, Nov. 8 at 6 p.m. and continues for precisely 50 hours. After meeting at Surrey Little Theatre to receive their randomly selected “inspiration package,” over the course of the following 50 hours, teams will head out to various locations throughout the Lower Mainland to write, shoot and edit a five minute film that will include all the chosen surprise elements. On Sunday, Nov. 10 at 8 p.m., they will bring in their finished product to Surrey Little Theatre to compete for prizes, including a Best Film top prize of $500. Prizes will be awarded the following weekend on Friday, Nov. 15 at a Gala Filmmakers Reception, which will include screenings of all films and is open to the public. Screening tickets are limited and will be sold in advance. “The concept began five years ago as a new initiative during Surrey Little Theatre’s 50th Season of Live Theatre– From Onstage to Onscreen,” said event organizer, Brigitte Seib. “The 50-Hour Film Challenge was a huge success and gives the community another avenue in addition to our reg-
ular season of live theatre to express their creative side. “We welcome all community members to put together a five or more member team, dig out their camera equipment and editing software and come on out to take part in this exciting new event. “This is an all ages event.” Past filmmakers include teams with participants as young as 12 years old, teams from local high schools and film schools and even a brave team of thespians who learned the filmmaking process on the fly. “All these films amazed the judges and were in the running for the top prize,” said Seib. Registration deadline is Nov. 4. Cost is $100 per team. Those who register by Oct. 25, will get an early bird rate of $75. Challenge weekend runs from Friday, Nov. 8 at 6 p.m. to Sunday, Nov. 10, at 8 p.m. A gala filmmakers reception, awards and screenings will take place on Friday, Nov. 15. Registration Forms and Rules available at www.surreylittletheatre.com Contact Brigitte Seib at brigitte.seib@ surreylittletheatre.com for more information and to arrange payment, or leave a message on the reservation line at 604-576-8451. Surrey Little Theatre is located at 7027 184 St.
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Art exhibit celebrates the shore Up on the Beach New show at the Fort Gallery, Oct. 23 to Nov. 10, 2013 Opening Reception: Oct. 25 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Artists: Judy Jones and Dorthe Eisenhardt It’s amazing how much of interest one can find along any shoreline: remains of shore and marine life as well as all kinds of other debris, some of which may have travelled across the ocean to wash up on the West Coast. Judy Jones and Dorthe Eisenhardt have been exploring the coast line around Boundary Bay – a natural habitat conservation area and resting stop for migrating shore- and sea birds as
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Foster a late starter but quick learner nant season he has delivered in his final season of junior eligibilOne can only wonder what ity. Foster set a new Canadian JuEvan Foster’s progression would nior Football League have been had he record with 16 quarplayed football his terback sacks, breakentire life. ing the previous Foster first mark of 15. The BCFC strapped on the record had been 12.5. pads and stepped He also had one sack onto the gridiron apiece in both his just four years ago. team’s semifinal vicPrior to that, Fostory over the Okanater mainly played gan Sun on Oct. 13 hockey and laand then another in crosse, as a stay-atSaturday’s 48-37 loss home defenceman in the Cullen Cup in the former and championship game a creaseman in the versus the V.I. Raidlatter. EVA N ers (see story below). But since taking FO S TER “To be honest, I up football, Foster didn’t know how has morphed into something special, and last week successful I would be so this is (Oct. 17), the 22-year-old was kind of a nice surprise,” Foster named the B.C. Football Confer- admitted about his accomplishence defensive player of the year. ments. For his part, Foster downplayed He was also named the top defensive lineman and an all-star, the award and the record. “It doesn’t mean too much,” he one of five team awards and eight all-stars for the team (see story said. “It is a lot of good team effort, good coaching, just being put page 35). The fact Foster has received all in the right spot to make plays. “You just have to capitalize these accolades comes a little surprise considering the domi- when your chances are there.”
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Langley Rams Evan Foster (#90) delivers a big hit on Westshore Rebels quarterback Hunter Lake during a BCFC game earlier this season. Foster was named the league’s top defensive player after setting a new Canadian Junior Football League record with 16 quarterback sacks.
His head coach with the Rams — who also doubles as his positional coach along the defensive line — gets a little more excited when discussing Foster and his accomplishments. “I don’t even know if you could say I am coaching him,” said Ted Kirby with a laugh. “Hopefully something I have said has influenced him, but he is just so talented. “(And) to be an interior defensive lineman and break a sack record that was set by defensive ends — where they only have to beat one guy and are more of speed guys — to that, is amazing.” “He just has a characteristic where he doesn’t want to be blocked and it is far near impossible to block him one-on-one and he has faced double and triple teams all year,” Kirby added. Foster started football after graduating from Chilliwack Secondary in 2009. Up until that point, he had focused on hockey and lacrosse, playing both at the rep level. But he decided along with a few friends to give the gridiron game a try. He played one season of midget football for the ChilliContinued Page 35
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They ran the ball, they threw the ball, but they did not protect the ball, and they also played catchup the entire game. That was the story from the 2013 Cullen Cup championship game as the Langley Rams fell 48-37 to the V.I. Raiders at Nanaimo’s Caledonia Park on Saturday afternoon. The junior football championship was the seventh in the past eight years for the Raiders, who had their consecutive string of BCFC titles snapped at six last season by the Rams. “It stings,” said Langley coach Ted Kirby. “If you put our roster next to their roster and compared the two, we should have won the game. “Some of this comes down on us (coaches). We just got outcoached.” Langley trailed from the opening drive and could never right the ship as they tried a desperate second-half comeback which came up short. The Rams had trailed 24-8 at the half, but the closest they could get was within nine points. In the end, four interceptions and a turnover on downs — combined with the deficit — was too much to overcome for the squad.
The first interception was early in the game, with the Raiders up 3-0, when the Rams were picked off at their own five-yard line. That led to a quick seven points and a 10-0 deficit within the first few minutes. The turnover on downs came in the second half after defensive back Ryan Reid had given Langley great field position on the V.I. 10yard line with an interception. But the Rams — trailing 24-6 — could not punch the ball into the end zone. Another costly pick came in the Raiders red zone early in the fourth quarter and with the Rams down 38-29. And the last of the interceptions was returned for a touchdown as the pick-6 made it 48-29. “We came back and fought hard, just a couple of untimely penalties and bad turnovers,” Kirby said. “I thought in the fourth quarter, we were about to come back. Next thing you know, there is an interception and it goes back the other way for six (points).” Kirby said the players were devastated by the defeat, especially those who are done at the junior level. “It is hard to look at the graduating players in the eyes,” he said. “We can’t tell them we will be
back next year for another shot.” Statistically, Langley dominated, but the bulk of their yards came in the second half with the Raiders nursing a big lead. After a first half which saw them generate just 54 yards rushing and 73 yards passing with three turnovers, Langley was able to move the ball up and down the field in the second half while also scoring four touchdowns. Kyle Albertini and Jahlani Gilbert-Knorren both ran for touchdowns while Gilbert-Knorren threw a touchdown pass apiece to Dan English and Jacob Carvery. English set a new BCFC playoff record with 11 catches, finishing with 111 yards receiving. Kyle Pich also had a big game, catching six passes for 169 yards while Carvery GR E G S A KA KI B lack Pre s s caught six balls for 90 yards. Gilbert-Knorren’s 30 com- Langley Rams’ Tanner Hamade moves in for the tackle against V.I. Raiders’ pletions and 49 attempts Ashton Galloway during the BCFC Cullen Cup championship on Saturday in were both records for a BCFC Nanaimo. The Raiders won 48-37. Hamade was one of eight Rams to make final. He finished with 413 the league’s all-star team (see page 35). yards passing.“I thought in the fourth quarter, we were an interception and it goes back just a couple of untimely penalabout to come back. the other way for six.” ties and bad turnovers. “Next thing you know, there is “We came back and fought hard, “We got behind the eight-ball.”
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wack Giants community football program and Foster picked up the game quite quickly. “It came pretty natural to me,” he admitted. “And I have always been pretty athletic for my size, pretty quick.” “I have a pretty good motor and am fast off the line (of scrimmage). And I can be pretty physical when needed.” Foster joined the Nanaimo-based V.I. Raiders junior football program and played two seasons before returning to the Lower Mainland with the Rams last season. This allowed him to move back to Chilliwack and play for Langley. His first season in Rams colours saw him produce 9.5 sacks. “I thought last year was pretty good to be honest,” he admitted. “(But) this year, I really put my foot on the gas pedal because I really wanted to make a name in this league before my last year was up.” Foster credited his teammates around him for opening up space for him but did say he noticed more double and triple teams as
the season progressed. “His football days are not done But whatever teams were do- just because junior football is ing, couldn’t slow him down as done,” Kirby said. he set the Canadian sack record What makes Foster stand out is in the 10th and final regular sea- his work ethic. son game last “His charmonth, which acter is only just hapmatched by pened to be his determiin his homenation,” Kirby town, Chillisaid. wack. “He is Saturday’s the hardest loss to the working kid, Raiders endso unselfish, ed Foster’s a team-first TED KIRBY junior career, guy. but he hopes “Obviously to keep playing football. once you get (records) they are “To play in the CFL would be the nice, but he doesn’t care about ultimate goal,” he said. records.” “I just have to understand the Kirby also described him as game a little bit more and maybe a quiet leader who uses his huput some weight on and get a lit- mour to keep the team loose. tle bit faster.” “But if he does talk, people will Foster is six-feet and 270 listen,” the coach said, adding pounds. that there will be a void left by his Foster attended a B.C. Lions departure. evaluation camp last year and “You don’t just replace an Evan could potentially get an invita- Foster — he is a special kid and tion again this year, Kirby said, that is why he broke those readding that several Canadian In- cords that have been around for teruniversity Sport (CIS) schools a while. “He will leave a massive hole.” are also interested in Foster.
His football days are not done just because junior football is done.
All-stars, hardware for Rams The Langley Rams were well recognized by the B.C. Football Conference, earning five major awards and placing eight players on the all-star team. The winners were announced by the league on Oct. 17. Leading the way was Evan Foster, who picked up both the outstanding defensive player award and the outstanding defensive lineman award. Foster set both a new BCFC and a Canadian Junior Football League mark for quarterback sacks, registering 16 in 10 games. The previous records were 12.5 and 15, respectively.
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For the second straight year, Anthony Daley won the league’s outstanding offensive lineman award. Running back Kyle Albertini was named the league’s top offensive back. Albertini had 94 carries for 838 yards, an 8.9 yards per rush average, and four touchdowns. He won the league’s rushing title. And offensive lineman Brad Goodchild won the Ron White Community Service Award. Earning offensive allstar awards were: The Rams offensive line had two of the
league’s five all-stars. Daley was named an all-star for the second season while Shawn Mellesmoen also earned the honour. Albertini was one of the league’s two running backs to get all-star recognition while receiver Malcolm Williams was an all-star for a second straight year. Williams had 34 receptions for 638 yards and nine touchdowns. The Langley defence also had three all-stars. Foster earned the honour for the second straight year while linebacker Joe Patko picked up all-star
recognition for the first time. Patko had 22 tackles, six assists, three sacks, two interceptions and two fumble recoveries. And defensive back Tanner Hamade returned to the all-star team. He previously made it in 2011. Hamade finished the second with 14 tackles, two assists, one fumble recovery and four interceptions. And Steve Thomas got the nod on the all-star team for place kicker. Thomas went 15for-21 on field goal attempts and was a perfect 49-for-49 on his convert attempts.
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press a bit more,â&#x20AC;? Rohla said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And when we did that, it worked. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But we canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait for someone else to carry our baggage; we need to carry our own baggage. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are a young team, but we have to realize that when we step on the park, you have an obligation to drive as hard as you can and bring passion.â&#x20AC;? In Fridayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game, Jarvis Ambaka scored in the 33rd minute while Denny Serifovic and Nathaniel Turner struck for second half goals in the 48th and 90th minutes, respectively. The results leave the team with a record of 4-6-2 and 14 points, which is five back of the Fraser Valley Cascades. The Cascades are done their regular season and hold the third and final playoff spot in the Canada West Pacific Division, which means Trinity Western can overtake them with wins this weekend. The Spartans are on the road to play Calgary (6-6-1) and Lethbridge (2-10-1). The Spartans, who have had a depleted roster all season with injuries, have climbed back into contention thanks to a 3-1-2 record since starting the season with one win in six games.
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Our dad and grandpa passed away peacefully with his family at his side on October 12. He was predeceased by his wife Adeline and son William (Bud), and he is survived by his daughters, Therese (Mac), Rita (Jim), and Marcia; 7 grandchildren; 6 beautiful great-grandsons; and long-time friend Yvonne Holbrook. Our dad had a very long, rich life. He was born in Sask., served overseas in WWII, worked for Canada Post until he retired, and best of all, had a very long and healthy retirement filled with family, friends, and activities he enjoyed, especially spending time with family and meeting friends for coffee and conversation. Although not formally educated, he had great knowledge of the world and was a liberal thinker. He was an amazing role model for his children, and he was always there if anyone needed help. The family would like to thank the staff of Magnolia Gardens for the wonderful environment they provided for dad and for their never-ending respect, graciousness, and humour. Donations in dad’s memory may be made to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of Canada.
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BECH, Jens Peter Peter crossed the river on October 14, 2013, with his family at his side, following a traffic accident. At 94, he was more alive and filled with curiosity about the world than many half his age. He was in perfect health, sharp as a tack, and cared deeply about his family, friends and neighbors. He was simultaneously fiercely independent and caring for others. He will be greatly missed by his wife Mildred, his sons Soren (Joan) and Poul (Ninglan), his grandsons Mikel (Kathleen) and Dana (Nicole), his friends and his neighbors. Peter and Mildred were married in 1947 and emigrated from Denmark in 1958 with the goal of giving more opportunities to their sons. Peter, a master painter, had skills that were in high demand in Canada at the time. They lived and worked in Ottawa and Burnaby before retiring to their Langley home in 1984. He showed us all how to live a good, kind life. The family is grateful for the tremendous efforts made by those at the accident scene, and by everyone in the emergency and intensive care units at Royal Columbian. A celebration of life will be held at 1 pm, Sat. Nov. 2, at the BCGEU hall at 8555198A Street, Langley. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Alzheimer Society of BC, the Steelhead Society of BC, Sierra Club BC, or the charity of your choice.
HOPINK, Jillian Mae Feb. 12, 2013 - Oct. 15, 2013 We are devastated to announce the tragic passing of Jillian Mae, Tuesday October 15, 2013 unexpectedly at home. Jillian brought us all so much love and joy and fulfilled our lives to the fullest. Jillian is survived by her Mom Melanie, Dad Harold, brothers Ethan and Reis, Gramma & Grampa, Barb & George, Uncle Jesse, Auntie Jennilea, Great Gramma Eileen. Also left to mourn is her Opa Joe, Auntie Yolanda, Uncle Brad, cousins Shanalisa and Rylan; and Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and dear family friends too many to name. Jillian is predeceased by her Great Grandmother Dorothy, Oma Hilda, Great Grandpa’s Walton and George and also by her Uncle Wyatt. Memorial Service to be held at 2pm, Friday, October 25, 2013 at Henderson’s Funeral Home, Fraser Highway, Langley. Family and Friends are invited to Mel and Harold’s home at 26676 - 8th Avenue, for refreshments at 4pm. We wish to give thanks for all the love and kindness shown. We request that you please wear your happy colours to celebrate Jillian, no blacks please. In lieu of flowers, kindly donate to a pediatrics department, Children’s hospital or Canuck’s Place.
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Kristy 604.488.9161
INSTALLERS REQâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;D
Please fax resumes to: 604-888-4688 or visit Employment Opportunities at www.greggdistributors.ca or Email resumes to: info@greggbc.ca
*Private Studio *European
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Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...
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HELP WANTED
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JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages from $30/hour, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Full-time permanent with benefits. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at: hannachrylser.ca. Fax 403-854-2845; Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.
SALES
Gregg Distributors, warehouse distributor of industrial and automotive supplies, is looking for self-motivated energetic people to join our Langley counter sales team. Counter sales experience, knowledge of the automotive, industrial and trucking industries would be an asset. We offer excellent growth and compensation possibilities!
MIND BODY SPIRIT
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca
GENERAL LABOURERS
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PERSONAL SERVICES
Phone 604-856-0889
Call 604-538-2733
www.plea.bc.ca
An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators, Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)7235051 Edson,Alta
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
TRADES, TECHNICAL
PERSONAL SERVICES
Carpenter Helper/ Framer Wanted
HOME CARE/SUPPORT
LIVE-IN CAREGIVER required for middle age multiply challenged gentleman in Langley. 40 hours/wk. - Split shift. $10.25/hour. Some light housekeeping. Call 604-534-6962.
RESPITE Caregivers
114
HELP WANTED
jobs.railworks.com to requisition #20131015-70501-001
GENERAL FARM WORKER
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
FARM WORKERS
Full time, reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d for planting, harvesting, and grading greenhouse vegetables. Ability to perform physical duties, repetitive tasks, fast paced environment. Experience is an asset. Rural area, needs own transportation. Starting wage $10.25/hr. Fax resume: 604-534-6959. Katatheon Farms Inc. Langley, BC.
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
Call 604.514.6770 circulation@langleytimes.com
LANDSCAPING
NORTH STAR LANDSCAPING Pruning, New Lawns, & Ret. Walls Walter. 604-814-3060 / 864-1193
COMPLETEHOMEYARD.COM Fall yard clean up. Landscape development. Small excavation. Power rake aeration. Steve 604-866-2452
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
LANDSCAPING
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
Instant Grassifacation!
www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 8yrs
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
16897 Windsor Road Pitt Meadows
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356
RUBBISH REMOVAL
DISPOSAL BINS By Recycle-it 6 - 50 Yard Bins
Starting from $99.
00
Delivery & Pick-Up Included Residential & Commercial Service • Green Waste • Construction Debris • Renovations • House Clean Outs
604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
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604-465-9812 1-800-663-5847 320
BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
SUNDECKS
$45/Hr
578
100% Heating & Plumbing 24/7
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
604-537-4140 GET THE BEST
Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. (778)908-2501
Call: 778-773-3737
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PRESSURE WASHING
374
TREE SERVICES
TREE & STUMP removal done RIGHT! • Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates
www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca
WAREHOUSE FOR SALE.
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
10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofing & Siding. CB. Re-roofing, New Roof Gutters.
•Condos •Townhomes •House Interiors
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
604-812-9721
Free Estimates!
*Pros *Reliable *Refs. avail.
BOUVIER PUPS, home raised, loyal & loving. var. colors $900. Call 250-494-4092. sm.white@shaw.ca
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.prestigepainters.ca
INTERVAN PAINTING * Painting Contractor * * Residential / Commercial * New construction * Re-paint Interior / Exterior * Big or Small Jobs * We provide hi-end quality.
CHIHUAHUAS, tiny tea cups, ready to go now, 3 males. $700. Call 604794-7347 German Shepherd pups, vet check, 1st shots, own both parents, father reg., gd tempered, farm & family raised in country, good guard dog/family pet. born aug 9. $700. 604-796-3026, no sunday calls
WCB, Insured, Free Est’s! Call Henry 778-288-4560 PATTAR ROOFING LTD. All types of Roofing. Over 35 years in business. 604.588.0833
New SRI *1404 sq/ft Double wide $89,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $62,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 506
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Canuck Roofing All Roof Repairs Any job big or small. Free Est. *WCB *Insured *BBB 778-772-1969
APPLIANCES FOR SALE TONY’’S PAINTING
551 356
RUBBISH REMOVAL
JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT!
.Hayden Painting 778-229-0236 Family Owned & Operated Ryan 778.229.0236
PSK PAINTING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Quality work at the lowest price Phone & compare. In business 25 years. Fully Insured. Free Estimates.
Peter 778-552-1828 bcclassified.com 604-575-5555
• Furniture • Appliances • Electronics • Junk/Rubbish • Construction Debris • Drywall • Yard Waste • Concrete • Everything Else! **Estate Clean-Up Specialists**
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OPEN HOUSE
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
MISC. FOR SALE
DISCONNECTED PHONE? National Teleconnect Home Phone Service. No One Refused! Low Monthly Rate! Calling Features and Unlimited Long Distance Available. Call National Teleconnect Today! 1-866-443-4408. www.nationalteleconnect.com. MOVING SALE: Items incl: Rattan kitchen set, large book cabinet, 2 large pictures and more. Call 604-881-0065. 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
AUTO FINANCING
Apartments 1 & 2 Bedrooms avail incl heat/hot water/cable Criminal record check may be req’d.
Ph: 604-533-4061 LANGLEY: *GREENWOOD MANOR* 20630 Eastleigh Cres Reno’d 2 Bdrms. From $850. Hardwood floors. Lots of closet space. By transit, Kwantlen College. Small Pet OK. 778-387-1424, 604-540-2028
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Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca
LANGLEY
The Village at Thunderbird Centre Deluxe 2 & 3 bedroom suites available. Large balconies, fireplace, in-suite laundry. No Pets. Live, shop, work & play all in one location. Next to Colossus Theater (200/ #1 Hwy).
Call 604-881-7111 www.bentallkennedyresidential.com www.ThunderbirdVillage.ca
MAPLE RIDGE
1 BEDROOM SUITES $620 - $740/mo Util + sec pkng extra
Suit Mature Adults 22330 McIntosh Avenue
(604)463-6841 PARK TERRACE APTS
$50 off/month for the first year
BROOKSWOOD, Beautifully remodelled 4/bdrm home with 1/bdrm unauthorized suite. 2 year old roof. Dormers & gutters. Shop with 220 wiring. Beautifully manicured yard. Call Ross Stertz @ Eco Realty Inc. (604)307-3741 Open House Sunday 12-4 4469 202 A St.
639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES • DIFFICULTY SELLING? •
Difficulty Making Payments? No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing? We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663
RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
Spacious Reno’d bach, 1, 2, 3 bdrm suites. Heat & hot water incl. Walk Score = 75 604-530-0030 www.cycloneholdings.ca
TOWN & COUNTRY APARTMENTS 5555 208th Street, Langley Studio - 1 & 2 bdrms. Indoor swimming pool and rec facility. Includes heat & 1 parking stall. No pets
Phone 604-530-1912 SUNNY WHITE ROCK Great Location Amid Sea & Shops 1/2 Month FREE Rent 1 Bdrm Suites - Avail Now
Senior oriented building. 5 appli. in-suite w/dryer, secured parking. All utils. extra. N/P. Walk to Safeway on 208th Ave. & Fraser Hwy.
Available NOW! 604-230-3903 eve./weekend Mon.- Fri., 9:00 am - 4:00 pm 604-530-5646 LANGLEY 202/66. 2Bdrms, 2baths, s.s. appls, w/d, d/w. Ns/np. Nov 1st. $1200/mo. Baywest 604-592-5663 LANGLEY:
CARROL COURT 5630 201 A St. Renovated Bachelor & 1 Bdrms. Bright & large. Hardwood floors. By transit & shops. Includes heat & hot water. Small Dog OK. $645_$750/mo. Refs required.
604-530-2313, 604-540-2028
Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
845 . Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244
741
OFFICE/RETAIL
ALDERGROVE: Commercial Office/store front. Excellent for a spa studio, massage studio, nail salon, travel office, etc. approx. 630sqft @$575/month. Triple Net for a one or two year lease. Call David @ 604.328.4461
746
ROOMS FOR RENT
LANGLEY CITY. Furn. large room for responsible person, private entry & driveway, fridge, bath, cvr’’d patio $500 incl. cable & utils. No ldry, no parties. (604)534-8388 lve msg
750
2 bdrm bsmnt suite - sep ent, W/D, 4 pc bath, DW, carpet, laminate. Incl cable, utilities, pking, WiFi. NS/NP. Avail Nov 1st $1,100. Phone 604-888-8052 for info. ALDERGROVE: 1 Bdrm bsmt ste. Nr middle schl, bus & shops. Avail immed. N/P. $575. 604-628-2200 or 604-807-6262. ALDERGROVE 1 Bdrm bsmt suite nr schl & shopping. Incl basic cable & hydro. Ns/np. Half damage dep. Nov1. 778-246-0915, 604-857-0230 ALDERGROVE. Newer 2 bdrm. Nr all amens. Avail now. N/S, N/P. Utils/cable incl. 604-856-2649 CLAYTON Vill. 1400sf Newer 2 BD W/D, net, sat TV, hydro $1050/m Avl Nov. 1. Pet ok. 778-574-3401 CLOVERDALE 168/60 1 Bdrm avail now. NS/NP. Prkg. Grnd lvl. Newly reno’d. Suit mature adult, refs req’d. $600/mo. 604-576-9777 Langley/Surrey Border 2 bdrm bsmt Nr Willowbrook mall. $850/mo + 1/3 utils. W/D, D/W. (604)309-5392
Call 604-536-0379
MURRAYVILLE 2 bdrm, cln, gas f/p pri entry, patio, 5 appl, w/d, lam flr, $900 incl util. NS/NP 604-530-1389
709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
Willoughby Hts 1 Bdrm Nr amen $650 incl hydro/cbl wifi, No ldry NP/NS. Avail now. 778-823-7002
BROOKSWOOD COMMERCIAL LEASE spaces available at 208th Street and 40th Ave. Sizes 7002100 s.f. $1500 - $4500. Call Frank @ Noort Investments 604-835-6300 or Nick @ 604-526-3604.
733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS 800 SQ. ft. manufactured home in Senior Park (55Plus), N. Langley, $1050/mth. Call Barry 778-8814768. bwford@shaw.ca
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HOMES FOR RENT
LANGLEY 200 / 80 Ave on acreage 3 Bdrm, dble grge, 5 appls, good area. $1650. Ref’s. (604)880-1098. SURREY Green Timbers. Large 4 bdrm, 3 bath, large deck, fam/rm, liv/rm & din/rm $1400/mo. N/S, N/P. 604-575-2975 or 604-202-5678. LOOKING FOR A NEW JOB? Use bcclassified.com - Employment Section 100’s
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
SUITES, LOWER
LANGLEY Walnut Grove, $850 mo. 2 rooms in bsmt suite, utils, internet incl. W & D. Priv. entrance, nr. bus, schools & shops. N/P N/S. Nov. 1st. (778)887-0641 or 778-828-1008.
~ Fir Apartments ~
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
The Scrapper
Incl heat, h.water, sec u/g pkng & SWIMMING POOL
2 Bedroom Apartment for Rent (6830-216st) Washer & Dryer, Fireplace, near Park, clean, ready to move in. 604-788-5557
2 Bdrm. $950/mo. - 1.5 bath w/ covered balcony
560
810
20727 Fraser Highway
McIntosh Plaza
CENTRAL LANGLEY
HOT TUBS NO PROB!
TRANSPORTATION
CHESTNUT PLACE
604-575-5555 toll-free 1-866-575-5777
GARAGE SALES
1726 143B Street, S Surrey, Sat. Oct. 26th, 8am - 2pm. Downsizing, tools, sm furn, electronics & quality hsehld items. Don’t Miss This!.
TOWNHOUSES
LANGLEY CITY
www.bcclassified.com
APPLIANCES
Above oven Kenmore Microwave (black) fan as well. , Beaumark dishwasher (white). All in good working order. We are remodeling and changing colour. North Delta 604-591-9740
CALL FOR AVAILABILITY
No pets. Close to amen.
JACK RUSSELL PUPPIES, 1st shots, deworming, health record, asking $600. (604)807-0487
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
For appt. to view call Mon.- Fri. 9 am - 4 pm (604)530-5646 or (604)230-3903
Betsy - 604-533-6945
WE’RE ON THE WEB
GERMAN SHEPHERD Pups & young adults. Quality German & Czech bloodlines. 604-856-8161.
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
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LANGLEY 21767 61 Ave. 1000sq/ft 2 bdrm t/house in quiet country setting with 4 appls. N/s, small pet ok, Avail Nov.$1090/mo +utils. Drive by 604-856-6967 or 604-765-4044. LANGLEY City. 3 Bdrm townhouse, suitable for family, no pets. Near all amens. Avail immed. $995/mo. 778-240-8204 or 604-351-7934.
Bentall Kennedy (Canada) LP
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
Call: Chris 604-351-5001
Central Langley Home-5 BR
Rainbow & Majorca
LANGLEY - WILLOUGHBY, 2-bedroom suite with private entrance, full kitchen, full bathroom, private laundry with W&D, laminate floors, and Parking. Minutes from Trinity Western University, Kwantlen University College, Highway 1, Close to all Amenities. No Pets, No Smoking. 950/Month. Available November 01, Call 604-533-5279
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HOMES FOR RENT
3 bdrm up & 2 bdrm down. 1.5 bath, fireplace, hardwood floors, 4 appliances, detached garage, corner fenced lot, close to amenities and transit. N/S. $1,400.00/m. Avail. Nov 1, 2013
Michael - 604-533-7578
RENTALS
thunderbirdvillage@bentallkennedy.com
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
Prestige Painters
736
FREE: heat, h/w, cable TV, laundry & parking. No Pets BACHELOR, 1 & 2 BDRMS. SENIORS, ADULT ORIENTED
http://www.businesssellcanada.com/32401003.htm
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604-787-5915/604-291-7778 GUTTER CLEANING $95: ONLY Window Cleaning - Exterior - $65: Houses under 2500 sq. ft. All kinds of Pressure Washing; Satisfaction guaranteed. 604.861.6060
612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE Environmental Industry. Details at :
Journeyman Call 604-345-0899
FOR YOUR MOVING
APARTMENT/CONDOS
2 Bdrm, 1 bath, Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer No smoking, No pets $900 per month. karmjitmore@gmail.com
Certified, Insured & Bonded RELIABLE & AFFORDABLE
SPORTING GOODS
X COUNTRY SKIIS & BINDINGS FOR SALE. Kneissl & Rossignal Men’s size 10 & Woman’s size 7. Shoes and Poles as well. 3 pin (old style). North Delta. 604-591-9740
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✭ 604-312-7674 ✭
APARTMENT/CONDO
LANGLEY CITY APARTMENTS ON 201A
PIANO. Music teacher has Yamaha Piano for sale. $1550. Please call 604-585-6880 for appt to view.
REAL ESTATE
RENOS & REPAIRS Excellent price on Hot Water Tanks Furnace, Boilers, Plumbing Jobs & Furnace & duct cleaning
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
372
A Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber
www.affordablemovers.bc.com
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
#1 Soils, manure, gravels, lime stone, lava, sand. Del or p/u 604882-1344 visit www.portkellsnurseries.com / bulk material for pricing.
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RENTALS
Villa Fontana & Stardust
• Hot water tanks • Furnaces • Broilers • Plugged Drains 778-862-0560
AFFORDABLE MOVING
MISC. FOR SALE
RENTALS
566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service
MOVING & STORAGE
Experienced Mover w/affordable rates, STARTING AT $40/HR 24/7 - Licensed & Insured. ** Seniors Discounts ** fortiermoving.ca
PLUMBING
560
STEEL BUILDING - THE GREAT SUPER SALE! 20X20 $4,070. 25X26 $4,879. 30X32 $6,695. 32X40 $8,374. 35X38 $9,540. 40X50 $12,900. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca
359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL
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(Turn right 1 road East of Pitt River Bridge from Vancouver)
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
1994 FORD Explorer very good cond, new tires, 260K, 4x4 manual, moonroof, oil chgd & AirCared 1 week ago $1899, 604-446-8618
BOLD FACE can make your ad stand out! A minimal charge for a good investment. Call us at 604-575-5555 You’ll never believe how many good buys we can pack into one place! EARN EXTRA CASH! Clean out your basement, closet, attic or garage and sell all those unwanted items. Place your ad with us today at 604-575-5555 Don’t keep good things you don’t use anymore. Bring them to light with an ad in the classifieds. C A L L T O D A Y........Cash tomorrow! Place your ad today! You’ll never believe how many good buys we can pack into one place!
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SUITES, UPPER
ALDERGROVE - 2 Bdrm upper suite, covered deck, parking space. Avail. now. (604)339-1024 CLOVERDALE Downtown 180/57 Newly reno’d 3bdr, new carpet/paint lrg fenced yard, nice area, near all amens/schls. Avail now. $1275/mo 604-576-1987, 604-537-7873 LANGLEY Walnut Grove. Upper 2 floors of house, 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths, 5 appli’s. NS/NP, avail Now/Dec 1st $1650/mo incl utils. 604-807-1961. LANGLEY / Willowbrook 3 Bdrm upper suite. $1200/mo incl utils. Beside park. Good for kids. N/S, N/P. 604-897-1173
CASH IN on the Classifieds. No matter what you have to offer, you can find a buyer through the classifieds. FIRST TIME ADVERTISER? Let our professionally trained staff help you word an effective ad. Call us now. 604-575-5555
CLASSIFIED The matchmaker where buyers and sellers meet.
Langley Farm Market
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GREEN SEEDLESS
BC C SPARTAN
product of California ($3.26kg)
product of the Okanagan ($1.06kg)
GRAPES
1
$ 48
FUYU
APPLES
48
PERSIMMONS product of California ($2.18kg)
99
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CAULIFLOWER
LOCAL
ZUCCHINI
LOCAL GREEN
LOCAL GREEN
product of BC
product of BC ($1.28kg)
product of BC ($0.73kg)
product of BC
LOCAL GREEN
2 for 3
$ 00
58
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CABBAGE
33
KALE
2 for 1
¢
$ 50
lb.
JACOB'S CREME
BLUE DIAMOND
CRACKERS
ALMOND BREEZE A
(200g)
Assorted (946ml)
99
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SAN REMO
LENTILS, ROMANO BEANS, WHITE KIDNEY BEANS (540ml)
99
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$ 99 ea.
WASA
CRISPBREAD Assorted
2
$ 49 ea.
Prices in effect Tues. Oct. 22 - Sun. Oct. 27, 2013. While Quantities Last