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gambling and should consider new steps, from making it harder to get alcohol and cash in casinos, to removing the most addictive highrisk slot machines.

Those recommendations come from Provincial Health Officer Dr. Perry Kendall, who tackled the health impacts of gambling Wednesday with the release of his annual report titled “Lower the Stakes.”

Chief among the findings is that B.C. underDr. Perry spends other Kendall provinces in prevention and treatment for problem gambling – it invests about half the national average on a per-capita basis.

Liquor access is one area of risk the province could tighten, Kendall said, perhaps through reduced hours of alcohol service at casinos or by raising drink prices.

He said gambling delivers endorphins that stimulate pleasure centres of the brain.

See GAMBLING / Page 3

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Rachel Szendrei flashes a victory sign while leaving the Surrey courthouse after the young man convicted of killing her daughter Laura was given an adult sentence – life, with no chance of parole for seven years. For full story, see page 3.

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Cheers in court as teen’s killer sentenced Judge cites ‘devastation’ on her family and the community

by Kevin Diakiw A COURTROOM in Surrey Provincial Court erupted in cheers Friday as the killer of 15-year-old Laura Szendrei was sentenced to life in prison, serving his time as an adult.

On Friday in Surrey Provincial Court, Justice Robin Baird ruled the young man – who was just a week shy of his 18th birthday and therefore a young offender when he killed Szendrei in 2010 – will be jailed in a federal adult penitentiary, with no possibility of parole for seven years from the time he was charged in 2011.

“He was on the very threshold Laura Szendrei of adulthood,” Baird said in his decision Friday.

Baird said he took into account the “devastation the accused has wreaked upon the Laura Szendrei family,” but also the effect the murder has had on the public in general.

“In particular, the peaceful and law-abiding community of Delta where this appalling crime took place,” Baird said. “This offence has upset this community’s sense of wellbeing and serenity.”

Baird decided that time in provincial jails would be inadequate for the accused.

“The public has every right to the security and long-term protection from this offender,” Baird said. “In short, Crown has satisfied me that a youth sentence would not be sufficient.”

As such, the young man will serve seven years in a federal penitentiary that will be chosen by Corrections Canada.

The killer hung his head when the judge issued the sentence.

The 21-year-old offender – who could normally be named now that he’s been sentenced as an adult – still has his identity protected until the judge rules on an application from his defence lawyer to shield his name in perpetuity.

Szendrei’s mother Rachel said it’s one of her greatest wishes that the accused be named.

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According to 2007 statistics, 3.7 per cent of B.C. residents are at ‘moderate risk’ of becoming addicted to gambling, and 0.9 per cent are classified as problem gamblers.

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According to 2007 statistics, 3.7 per cent of B.C. residents are at “moderate risk” and 0.9 per cent are classified as problem gamblers.

“If you also have alcohol and add that to the mix and you’ve got an ATM Kendall noted the two groups account for 26 per cent of total gambling there with an unlimited cash amount, you’ve definitely got a scenario where revenue despite making up less than five per cent of the population. people are going to behave less and less responsibly.”

There are 160,000 gamblers in the two risky groups but only 4,000 calls per Banning ATMs or requiring players to set an advance limit on what they year to a problem gambling helpline, suggesting the number of people who might spend is another idea advanced in the report. could be helped is “much higher.”

It also zeroes in on high-risk electronic gaming machines – the slots Kendall argues the B.C. Lottery Corp. could do more to identify problem designed by manufacturers to generate the most compulsive behaviour. gamblers – possibly using data on their gambling gathered through Kendall suggested they be replaced with lower-risk models a loyalty card program – and then dispatching staff to attempt treatand urged the province to post the risk rating on each machine ment interventions. so gamblers could choose a lower risk option.

The report calls on the province to devote at least 1.5 per cent of Gerald Thomas of the Centre for Addictions Research, a cogambling revenue to problem gambling initiatives, tripling the curauthor of the report, said the province has high, medium and rent outlay. low risk ratings for all of the slot machines in B.C. casinos and It also urges school classes to warn children of the dangers of should disclose how many it has of each. gambling, focusing on students in Grades 10 to 12.

Kendall noted government is in a conflict of interest because Provincial gambling revenue per capita climbed 56 per cent over Dr. Perry it relies heavily on gambling profits but is also responsible for the last decade from $353 per person in 2002 to $552 by 2011. protecting vulnerable citizens.

Kendall The $2.1-billion a year industry delivers nearly $900 million in net “This is a public health issue,” he said, adding the time may profits to government. be right for a “fulsome discussion on the benefits and the risks” B.C. Finance Minister Mike de Jong said in a statement the provof gambling in light of rejections of new casinos over the past ince this year increased its Responsible Gambling program budget two years by Surrey and Vancouver. by 30 per cent.

Any new decisions to expand gambling should come with an assessment of “We take the social costs of gambling seriously,” he said, adding the provthe risk to problem gamblers and be contingent on reducing the overall share ince and BCLC will provide $11 million for responsible gambling this year. of revenue extracted from them, the report recommends.

De Jong said the province is committed to continually improving but will There’s been no detailed study of problem gambling in B.C. in several years review the performance of its current programs before considering any more but new research is slated for next year. spending.

“This is a public health issue.”

Surrey Mounties, civilians honoured at police awards Surrey Board of Trade hosts annual event Black Press THEY ARE the best police officers

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in the city, according to their peers and the community.

The Surrey Board of Trade hosted the annual Police Officer of the Year Awards Thursday night at the Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel. Recognized this year are:

• Police Officer of the Year – Nominated by Community Staff Sgt. Dean Scott Scott has served as a member of the RCMP for more than 35 years and is now the Staff Sergeant for the Guildford district. He’s been instrumental in building relationships between the RCMP, the community, and businesses.

Property theft in Guildford has dramatically decreased since the Scott’s arrival.

• Police Officer of the Year – Nominated by Peers Const. Taylor Quee Quee has sought better ways of dealing with people with mental health issues. Quee created a new See RECIPIENTS / Page 4

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Mother: ‘I now want to see his name out there’

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“I now want to see his name out there,” she said.

The man pleaded guilty to seconddegree murder last October.

Szendrei, a student at North Delta’s Burnsview Secondary, died from injuries sustained after a brazen daytime attack on a pathway in Mackie Park near 110 Street and 82 Avenue on Sept. 25, 2010.

The young man was arrested and charged in February 2011.

During his sentencing hearing this

summer, Crown prosecutor Wendy Stephen said on the morning of the attack, the young man awoke with an urge to have sex.

The court heard the killer did some work with his dad and decided he was going to act on his urge. He packed a pipe and zap straps and went to Mackie Park in North Delta, where he saw Szendrei, whom he didn’t know.

Upon seeing her, he told her the chain came off his bike and he asked her for help.

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grabbed her, and when she struggled, he tried to loop a zap strap around her neck, hoping to render her unconscious so he could have sex with her.

She escaped, and started to run, and that’s when he struck her in the head with a pipe. When she continued to run he struck her again, causing her to fall.

As she cried on the ground, he came and struck her a third time, rendering her silent.

She died in hospital later that evening.

The court heard it was the killer’s fourth sex-motivated attack in six months – the three others taking place near Burns Bog. In the first, he grabbed a woman’s buttocks, in the second he pulled down a runner’s pants, and in the third, he hit a woman in the head with a stick.

Rachel Szendrei called the life sentence to be served as an adult a “no-brainer,” adding it’s the only punishment that comes close to fitting his crime.

Asked if the healing for the family

can now begin, Rachel said full healing will never come.

Laura’s father Mike said he’s glad he no longer has to go to provincial court and explain to the press how he’s doing.

Szendrei’s grandmother Betty Rotaro said the murder has been a harrowing experience for the family.

“We can’t even say (Laura’s) name any more,” Rotaro said, adding the pain is too deep.

As to the sentence given her killer, Rotaro said, “He got what he deserved.”

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• Volunteer of the Year Cheryl Gardner In 2008, Gardner became involved with the Surrey RCMP as a Block Watch captain and district volunteer. Gardner reinvigorated Block Watch for her complex, implementing nightly patrols of the exterior of the building and keeping tabs on parked vehicles.

• Auxiliary Constable of the Year Const. Lubos Hrasko Lubos became an RCMP auxiliary constable in 2005. He has dedicated thousands of hours to the auxiliary program, some years exceeding 600 hours.

• Arnold Silzer Community Policing Initiative Special Constables Josh Waltman and Simon Wong Waltman and Wong are positive, high-energy, safety officers. They often volunteer at community events, whether it be as dancers in a youth flash mob or dressed like Santa and his elf at a seniors’ Christmas

dinner. The pair also created “Pop-Up Police Stations” in areas that weren’t visited as frequently by police.

• Police and Business Partnership Tino Fluckiger and 1-800-SHREDDING Since 2009, 1-800-Shredding has donated its time and equipment for Shred-A-Thon events in Surreywhich aim to prevent identity theft, and cash and food donations are collected for local food banks.

• Municipal Employee of the Year Award Colleen Staresina Staresina is a key contributor to the SPURS youth group for 14- to 18-year-olds who want become a police officer. She is on the board of the Block Watch Society of B.C. She is also treasurer for the B.C. Crime Prevention Association, an emergency social services volunteer, a Block Watch captain, and a Big Sister.

• Police Team Award Serious Crime Team 1 In charge of Investigative Services in the Major Crime Section, Serious Crime Team 1 had a highly successful 2012-13, taking on significant high-profile investigations, which contributed significantly to crime reduction in Surrey. Charges have been sworn in numerous cases with convictions registered.

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More than 300 business and community leaders, along with SFU students, faculty, staff and alumni are expected to attend the event, celebrated in India as the festival of lights.

The evening, featuring South Asian performances and cuisine, includes a reception (5:30 p.m.) and dinner (7 p.m.). Tickets may be purchased by Oct. 17 at www.sfu.ca/invite/diwali or by calling 778-7829426.

SFU President Andrew Petter, the evening’s host, says the event continues to be one of the many ways in which the university celebrates Indian culture and connects with the South Asian community.

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he federal government brought down its speech from the throne on Wednesday, and as advance reports suggested, it focused on the best interests of Canadian consumers. This is clearly designed with the 2015 federal election in mind, but it is a much-needed focus all the same.

Canadians pay far too much for basic items, and given that most of them are not getting wage increases, it’s getting harder and harder to pay the bills.

While the federal government can’t single-handedly force businesses to lower prices, it can open up sectors to more competition in several key areas under its control. These include the telephone, cable television, Internet and credit card industries.

Lack of competition means that Canadians pay high prices for cellphone service, particularly for extras like roaming charges and data plans. The big three companies control almost all of the market and have shown little willingness to lower prices.

On the cable television front, consumers are forced to pay a lot of extra money for channels they don’t watch, and also often pay expensive bundled charges for cable and Internet service.

In these two areas alone, consumers are forced to pay out more every year, leading to an erosion of their ability to buy other goods and services.

Banks charge businesses excessive fees for the ability to accept payment by credit card. This adds to retail prices.

The federal government also needs to look into whether marketing boards benefit consumers. The main effect of such boards is to double prices for goods like milk and cheese, as compared to the United States.

There is a slim indication that the feds may be willing to take on the powerful dairy farmers’ lobby, as a free trade deal with the European Union is on the horizon, and it allows for more cheese to be imported into Canada.

The federal government can also look in its own backyard when it comes to reducing costs to consumers. It can stop levying GST on other taxes, as it does with fuel. Tax should be paid on goods or services, not on other taxes.

Ottawa can also look at reducing high airport surcharges on travellers. The main effect of those charges, including security charges, airport taxes and other costs, is to drive Canadian air travellers to adjacent U.S. airports. The taxes are self-defeating, but they are also punitive to those who continue to fly from Canadian airports.

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Six of the seven oil spill simulations run promote the falsehood that “tar sands” oil is

by Nuka are based on Alaska crude, because vastly worse than that nice fair-trade Alaska that’s overwhelmingly what has been shipped stuff. Their claims about acidity and abrasiveness of diluted bitumen didn’t hold up, and along B.C.’s North Coast for 40 years. This it’s still hotly contested whether the heavy oil lack of crude oil spill response capability has in diluted bitumen would float, existed the entire time, without a emulsify or sink in actual sea whisper of protest or media attenconditions. tion, even after the 1989 Exxon When the federal governValdez disaster near the oil’s point ment announced a study to of origin. determine what spilled bituThe current narrative, hammen would do in North Coast mered home by U.S.-controlled waters, that too was attacked environmental groups and their by the Green Party as a secret aboriginal partners in the “Great scheme to prop up Enbridge’s Bear Rainforest,” is that only pipeline proposal. So it’s a Canadian oil is a threat. when you don’t know How much Alaska crude is Tom Fletcher scandal the answers, and it’s a scandal shipped down the B.C. coast? when you try to find them.

According to Nuka’s analysis, it’s Another question that gets little attention currently about 38 million cubic metres each is whether it’s better for spilled oil to sink year. That’s enough to fill B.C. Place stadium rather than wash up on beaches. to the roof – 15 times.

Crude oil is, if you’ll pardon the expresThe Sierra-Greenpeace-ForestEthics-Dogsion, organic. Spills produce a huge spike in wood gang, a sort of billionaire-bankrolled oil-eating bacteria that leads to an increase in green Team America, has worked hard to

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he release of the B.C. government’s detailed study into oil spill response capability off the West Coast created the usual brief wave of media shock and horror.

This just in! If crude oil spilled in the Dixon Entrance, the storm-tossed sea lane north of Haida Gwaii, the combined resources of Canadian and U.S. containment and collection response could only recover an estimated four per cent of it. And that’s in the summer! The winter recovery rate would be more like three per cent.

Talk radio and website headlines set the narrative in minutes. How could anyone even consider running oil tankers through that pristine B.C. coastal area? It’s crazy!

Here’s the big fact clearly stated in the study by U.S.-based Nuka Research and Planning Group, and ignored by most of the media and public. There are hundreds of tankers filled with crude oil sailing through these stormy seas every year. It’s been going on since Alaska North Slope crude was developed in the 1970s.

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fish populations at a certain stage. This was documented in a 1994 book called Degrees of Disaster, written by an expert who stayed on in Valdez for four years, long after the TV cameras and grandstanding politicians went home.

Victoria-based Dogwood seized on a 2012 Nuka study done for the Haisla Nation at Kitimat, which found that in ocean conditions that are present more than half of the time, there would be no immediate way to respond to a spill at sea.

Dogwood’s “no tankers campaign director” hinted that this information was intentionally left out of the B.C. government study, and the media ate it up.

No tankers? Better check again.

Dogwood’s mission is clearly not to protect the B.C. coast from oil spills. If it were, they would be protesting the ongoing risk from Alaska tankers.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalNews.com

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LETTERS

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Transit Smart meters: Not much of a choice police not the answer I READ the Oct. 17 article “Hydro seeks to

RE: “TRANSIT cards can’t stop

cheaters,” The Leader, Oct. 17.

Rather than sending out hordes of transit police, at far greater cost than the money “lost” to thwart those who would go a longer distance on transit than they’ve paid for, or devising a system “based on kilometres travelled” to try and ensure people travel on public transit as short a distance and as infrequently as possible, we should do everything we can to lure multi-zone travellers onto public transit and out of the driver’s seat. This would be an enormous financial, environmental and health benefit to us all.

This can be easily achieved by making every Compass card good for as many zones as you want, any time of day or night, and raising the price so the system makes the same amount. More commuters will use transit – which should be the point – and revenues will rise accordingly.

recoup costs,” and I must say that BC Hydro appears to now be in the extortion business.

They are going to charge $35 per month (for analog meter customers) plus an additional $65 if they don’t get access to the meter?

If BC Hydro is adamant that smart meters are completely safe, why won’t they debate that fact in an open forum? I for one opted to keep my analog meter because I am not convinced they are entirely safe and believe consumers should be allowed a choice without being coerced.

Apparently BC Hydro has chosen for me: Take the smart meter or pay an additional $810 a year to keep a meter that does the job just fine.

Since the smart meter program was introduced in Surrey, BC Hydro has sent me a bill showing an estimate. I have lived in the same location for 16 years and for the first decade of that time, I had no problems with the meter being read. As requested, BC Hydro would call me a day or two before the meter reader was going to be in the area. This way I could ensure they had access to my meter because it is in a unique location and requires advanced notification.

Since 2007, they stopped making those calls. I have spoken to the meter reading department several times about the lack of notification and each time I call, they assure me they will call ahead. It got to the point where I asked them, in January of

this year, to send me a list of dates for the entire year as to when the meter reader would be in my area.

It is October now and they have only read my meter once (in May). In that instance, I just happened to be in my driveway when they showed up... there was no advance warning. Oh, and after they decide they can’t get a reading, they stop sending you a bill, without warning I might add.

So now BC Hydro wants to charge me a monthly fee for choosing to keep my functioning analog meter plus another fee for not reading my meter? That’s just extortion, plain and simple.

Gard Penny, Surrey

Overwhelmed on 88 Avenue THE NOISE level on 88 Avenue

between 140 and 139 Streets is to the point of unbearable.

There has been temporary patching and replacement of manhole covers.

Over the years, the road surface has been slowly deteriorating due to the large and congested truck traffic that is trying to evade the tolls on the Port Mann Bridge.

Also the referendum on 84 Avenue was rejected to relieve the traffic on 88 Avenue, which has led to greater volume of traffic.

Residents had the unlawful use of engine brake signs installed. This also has fallen on deaf ears and there is a lack of enforcement. The engineering department admitted that it was unrealistic to enforce due to the heavy amount of traffic.

My personal complaint is the constant rattling of my windows. I even had to make adjustments to my front door as my house is gradually twisting due to the fact of the constant banging and vibration.

The only solutions are: Fix our street and divert the trucks.

Enough is enough. How would the engineering department personnel like it if we recorded our noise and played it on loud speakers on their front lawns?

Maybe at midnight?

I rest my case.

Don DeMille, Delta

The right decision

I WOULD like to comment about letter writer Derek Coughtrey’s comment that you have to go King George Boulevard to get into Safeway now. (“Engineering some poor road decisions,” Letters, The Leader, Oct. 15).

That is wrong. You can still access Safeway off 104 Avenue, just go past the light and there is an entrance right there off 104 Avenue. It has always been there, but no one ever used it as they got used to the one off of City Parkway.

I use it all the time and I am glad the city put the meridian there.

In my opinion it was a great idea; the city did something right for a change.

Also, regarding the light in front of the medical building, I am grateful they put it there. Elderly people and pedestrians use that light. Drivers never stopped for pedestrians there.

We are lucky no one got killed. Even today, with the light, there are drivers who run it.

Thank you City of Surrey engineering department for putting the light there. It was sorely needed for a long time. You can actually get off of City Parkway now instead of taking your life in your hands with the 104 Avenue traffic having the right of way.

Ruth Reiter

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Obviously grieving the B.C. NDP loss I HAVE a suspicion that no one

bemoans the latest election loss of the B.C. NDP more than Black Press columnist Tom Fletcher. Had the B.C. NDP won, Mr. Fletcher would never have run out of hot topics to discuss. At present, however, Mr. Fletcher must be truly at loss, running out of material faster than a December day out of sunlight.

Looking at his latest column dedicated to the B.C. Teachers’ Federation and its evils, the poor man is seen reduced to trolling old news and stale stories stuck on the BCTF website and in the memory of former education ministers.

Mr. Fletcher agrees that “racism, homophobia and sexism” are within the purview of the BCTF, while the “poverty and globalization” can’t be

possibly the topics a major education organization can be involved in. This is interesting. Although the BCTF’s statistics might be suspect, existence

of child poverty in Canada is hardly in dispute.

While Mr. Fletcher is not enthused by the BCTF efforts to

Tories’ trick or treat ENJOY THE festive lunacy of All Hallows’ Eve, but watch out for those

tricky federal Conservatives.

Prime Minister Stephen Harper could very well have promised the European Union Free Trade negotiators all the candy in Canada to sweeten the deal so he would have an excuse for rushing off to Brussels immediately after the Throne Speech. Mister Harper is capable of almost anything to get more media coverage than those two nefarious news hogs he appointed to the Senate: Pamela Wallin and Mike Duffy. Apparently there is still one thing Stephen Harper will not do to garner front page coverage: He won’t truthfully answer questions about his involvement in that sordid Senate scandal.

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teach eight-year-olds basic lessons in compassion by encouraging donations to local food banks, he is outright indignant at the prospect of children exploring possible reasons behind the existence of poverty, especially if those are “taken directly from the tired old NDP policy book.”

The most amusing bit is found at the very end of the Mr. Fletcher’s column where he resorts to mining wisdom from none other than George Orwell, the very man, who is well-known for being a democratic socialist, a fighter for social justice, and even a redistributor-inchief – the very world views that are so abhorrent to Mr. Fletcher.

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The motorcyclist received relatively minor injuries, was treated and released immediately.

Police said this week it is still too early in the investigation to say whether speed was a factor in the accident.

In wake of the crash, there was a new call for a crosswalk at that location and Surrey is now examining such plans.

In July 2011, the City of Surrey embarked on a study of the engineering requirements of all school areas within the city.

That included the strip along 128 Street that serves Kwantlen Polytechnic University

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A School District 36 staff member comforts one victim after three teenage girls were hit by a motorcycle in the 6900-block of 128 Street on Sept. 18. and Princess Margaret Secondary where the collision occurred.

The study concluded that a crosswalk would be needed just south of 72 Avenue on 128 Street, according to Surrey’s General Manager of Engineering Vincent LaLonde.

The study found there was a high amount of pedestrian traffic at 72 Avenue (where there’s a lighted crossing) and also at 70 Avenue, which both have commercial areas that attract students.

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found the body of 43-year-old Cory Fergus, who disappeared last week while retrieving crab traps in Boundary Bay. Canadian authorities were notified after the U.S. Coast Guard found the body of an adult male in U.S. waters.

Delta Police investigators joined the Canadian Coast Guard in a hovercraft to recover the body.

Police do not suspect foul play at this time, however they will work with the coroner to determine the cause of death.

Fergus was reported missing at 4:30 p.m. on Oct. 7, but was last seen the night before at approximately 5:30 p.m.

He left a friend’s residence in Tsawwassen and was believed to be heading to Centennial Beach to take his boat out and retrieve his crab traps.

The search was called off Oct. 9 after his empty canoe was located partially submerged in water.

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Man not guilty in stabbing Judge cites lack of evidence in aggravated assault case

by Sheila Reynolds A MAN charged in con-

nection with another man’s death at a Surrey house party in 2012 has been found not guilty in a separate stabbing outside a different party the same year.

Michael Alexander Ross was on trial for aggravated assault after Roger Snow was stabbed three times in the chest and abdomen in June 2012.

A woman named Morgan Nicholson was already convicted of aggravated assault in the stabbing, but the Crown contended Ross also participated in the assault.

It was alleged he grabbed Snow’s shirt during Nicholson’s attack, twice punching him in the head at about the same time as the stabbing.

The incident took place outside a home near the intersection of 101 Avenue and 132 Street, where Ross, Nicholson and Snow were attending an after-hours party.

At trial, Snow testified he went into a bedroom at the party to smoke marijuana. He said Nicholson came in and had some kind of verbal altercation with another man and that he tried to intervene. Nicholson punched Snow in the head, he said, and he responded by pushing her against a wall.

He said he then left the house and was heading down the driveway when he turned to see Nicholson coming after him with what looked like a knife. He testified he dodged her, running in different directions, until he was grabbed from behind and punched from behind by Ross. It was then, he said, that he was stabbed.

As he ran away, eventually catching a cab to hospital, he said he heard Ross say “you know what this is for.”

In a Sept. 6 B.C. Supreme Court decision posted online this week, Justice Frits Verhoeven

other than Ms. Nicholsaid he accepted there son, was involved.” was a second person, Verhoeven pointed to besides Nicholson, the fact Snow testified involved in the attack he knew Ross quite well, on Snow but was not having grown up in the convinced it was Ross. same area “The only of Surrey, evidence yet in police of that is statements, that of referred to Mr. Snow; him only thus, the as “some Crown’s guy, “one of case rests her friends” entirely and that his on that Frits Verhoeven name might evidence,” be Mike. wrote It was Verhoeven in his decision. “Unfortu- only later, the judge said, nately, although it is quite after Snow’s friend told him Ross was angry clear that there were because he dated his several bystanders, none ex-girlfriend, that Snow appear to have provided the police with any useful seemed to become more certain about who information as to who,

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attacked him and why.

“The evidence given to the Crown counsel is inconsistent both with his hospital statement and his evidence at trial, which raises concerns about Mr. Snow’s credibility in general,” said Verhoeven in acquitting Ross.

Ross was charged last year in a separate case involving the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Noel Jackson on May 3, 2012. While Ross and co-accused Jonathan Michael Kishimoto both originally faced firstdegree murder charges, Ross is now standing trial only on an accessory after the fact charge.

His next court date is Jan. 16, 2014.

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Surrey Official Community Plan Text No. 125 Amendment Bylaw No. 18089 Application: 7913-0157-00 Purpose of Bylaw and Permit: The applicant is requesting to amend the Official Community Plan to allow a Temporary Industrial Use Permit on the hatched site.

This permit will permit the storage of cranes, boom trucks and support vehicles for a period not to exceed three (3) years.

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Surrey Official Community Plan No. 373 Amendment Bylaw No. 18085 Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18086 Application: 7912-0308-00 Location: 7677, 7697 and 7733 – 155 Street Purpose of Bylaws: The applicant is requesting to redesignate a portion of the hatched site from Suburban to Urban and to rezone the entire site from General Agriculture Zone (A-1) to Comprehensive Development Zone in order to permit subdivision into thirty-two (32) single family lots, a linear park and open space along the western edge of the subject site.

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Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18090 Application: 7912-0319-00 Location: 16062 – 103 Avenue Purpose of Bylaw: The applicant is requesting to rezone the hatched property from General Agriculture Zone (A-1) to Comprehensive Development Zone in order to permit subdivision into twelve (12) small suburban residential lots.

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Surrey Official Community Plan No. 372 Amendment Bylaw No. 18083 Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18084 Application: 7913-0017-00 Location: 7763 – 155 Street Purpose of Bylaws: The applicant is requesting to redesignate the hatched site from Suburban to Urban and to rezone the site from General Agriculture Zone (A-1) to Comprehensive Development Zone in order to permit subdivision into fifteen (15) single family lots and open space for future park land.

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Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18087 Application: 7913-0076-00 Location: 14690 – 60 Avenue Purpose of Bylaw: The applicant has amended the proposal to rezone the hatched property from One-Acre Residential Zone (RA) to Single Family Residential (10) Zone in order to permit subdivision into two small single family lots. This second public hearing is being held to revise the proposal which will allow slightly bigger houses to be built on the proposed lots.

DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BYLAW 18087

Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18088 Application: 7911-0208-00 Location: 6581 – 140 Street Purpose of Bylaw: The applicant is requesting to rezone the hatched property from Single Family Residential Zone (RF) to Single Family Residential (12) Zone (RF-12) to permit subdivision into two (2) small single family lots and to preserve a portion of the site as park land for conservation purposes.

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Surrey Official Community Plan No. 371 Amendment Bylaw No. 18081 Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18082 Application: 7913-0184-00 Location: 18023, 18047, 18067, 18097, 18117 – 67 Avenue, 18026, 18068, 18098 and18120 – 68 Avenue Purpose of Bylaws: The applicant is requesting to redesignate the hatched site from Suburban to Urban and to rezone the site from One-Acre Residential Zone (RA) to Single Family Residential (12) Zone (RF-12) in order to permit subdivision into approximately seventy-four (74) single family small lots. Approximately 1.1 hectares of the site will be dedicated as park.

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Top three charities get most donor dollars: Poll Cancer and kids’ care receive lion’s share of donations

by Jeff Nagel

awareness and 52 per cent said they would give in the future to the B.C. Cancer Foundation, compared to 46 per cent for Children’s Hospital and 40 per cent for the Canadian Cancer Society.

Nine other charities, from Big Brothers and Sisters to the United Way, had 90 per cent plus recognition but only 20 to 30 per cent of respondents were likely to donate to them in the future – about half the rate of the big three.

The poll also found a 52 per cent majority of B.C. residents willing to give to local food banks – twice as many as other unbranded causes such as the homeless or religious institutions.

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president Steve Mossop are too high and that said charities face an too many groups want A NEW poll of B.C. resiintensifying battle with money. dents’ attitudes to giving their competitors to get “Charities that don’t show the charities most public attention and pull do a good job of explainlikely to get their donain scarce dollars from ing where the money tions are the B.C. Cancer donors. is going Foundation, B.C. ChilPersonal and aren’t dren’s Hospital Foundabelief in up front tion and the Canadian the cause about their Cancer Society. was the top administraThat’s one of the finddeterminant tion costs ings of an online poll of whether are going to of more than 900 B.C. a responsuffer in the residents conducted by dent would future,” MosInsights West. donate to a sop said.

The research firm charity, the “People found the average poll found.

Steve Mossop are really respondent donated $732 But translooking at to charities last year, but parency the percentthat fell to $445 once the and good outcomes from ages of overhead or the top four per cent of very donations were also very percentages of donations large donors were facimportant. spent on fundraising and tored out and the median The top two reasons administration.” donation was $200. not to donate to a charity One source of those The top three branded – listed by 83 per cent numbers is watchdog charities each scored of respondents – were organization Charity close to 95 per cent that administration costs Intelligence Canada, which runs an online database of Canadian charities at charityintelligence.ca.

It shows fundraising costs consumed nearly 30 per cent of the P U B L I C N OT I C E donations collected by the Canadian Cancer COMMUNITY CHARTER S.B.C. 2003 CHAPTER 26 Society’s B.C and Yukon NOTICE OF INTENTION TO SELL CITY LANDS division, an improvement from 40.5 per cent Pursuant to Sections 26 and 94 of the Community Charter S.B.C. 2003, Chapter 26, as amended, the two years ago.

City of Surrey hereby gives notice of the intention to dispose of the following City lands: B.C. Children’s HospiLegal Description: PID: 029-178-207 Parcel A of Section 7 Township 2 New Westminster tal plowed 21.4 per cent District Shown on Plan EPP33238 of donations back into fundraising, while the Civic Address: A 315.2 m² portion of road adjacent to 5665 – 128 Street.

B.C. Cancer Foundation rate was 23.7 per cent.

Property Description: The property is a portion of redundant road. It is designated Suburban in the The B.C. Cancer Official Community Plan. It is currently zoned RA (One Acre Residential).

Foundation was the The City is selling this 315.2 m² portion of the road for consolidation with the only one of the three adjacent private property located at 5665 – 128 Street. to appear on Charity Purchasers: SURINDERPAL SINGH BADESHA and GURDEEP KAUR BADESHA Intelligence’s 2012 list of top-performing CanaNature of Disposition: Fee Simple dian charities that it says give the best bang for the Selling Price: Twenty-Three Thousand Seven Hundred Fifty-One Dollars. ($23,751.00) donor’s dollar.

The report said the foundation, which supports cancer research through the B.C. Cancer Agency, has sharply cut fundraising costs and that trend should continue as it limits major events, no longer uses lotteries and leverages more money from government.

Other B.C. charities that made the watchdog’s top picks list were the B.C. SPCA, the Victoria Hospice Society, Vancouver’s WISH Drop-In Centre for women, the Vancouver Native Health Further information can be obtained from the City of Surrey, Realty Services Division, Society and Aunt Leah’s, Engineering Department, 14245 - 56 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3X 3A2. Phone (604) 598-5731. a New Westminsterbased non-profit for THIS ADVERTISEMENT IS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PUBLIC DISCLOSURE ONLY, NOT at-risk youth.

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Surrey woman aims to help burned-out brides Online lifeline set up for those who lost their dresses in massive New Westminster fire Oct. 10

by Mario Bartel

that destroyed two heritage buildings in New West, including the one that housed Golden Brides, her thoughts immediately went to the women who’ve suddenly found themselves without their dream gown.

She looked at her own dress, packed away in a bag in the closet of her Surrey

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“Really, my dress is just sitting there,” she thought. “I’d love to donate my own wedding dress.”

So she started a Facebook web page to put her idea out to other women whose own dresses are similarly packed away, but might be able to salvage a new bride’s big day.

The response, she said, was immediate and overwhelming.

In less than a day, the site had more than 450 “likes” and dozens of women had uploaded photos of their dresses to a special album. Each photo is accompanied by a description of its size, how old it is, who designed it and any special features.

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COMMUNITY CHARTER S.B.C. 2003 CHAPTER 26 NOTICE OF INTENTION TO SELL CITY LANDS Pursuant to Sections 26 and 94 of the Community Charter S.B.C. 2003, Chapter 26, as amended, the City of Surrey hereby gives notice of the intention to dispose of the following City lands: Legal Description:

PID: 029-177-294 That Part of Block 13 Section 22 Block 5 North Range 1 West New Westminster District Shown on Plan EPP32655

Civic Address:

A 126.1 m² portion of road adjacent to 10615 – 160 Avenue.

Property Description: The property is a portion of redundant road. It is designated Urban in the Official Community Plan. It is currently zoned RA (One Acre Residential).

The City is selling this 126.1 m² portion of the road for consolidation and rezoning with the adjacent private property located at 10615 – 160 Street.

Purchasers:

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Nature of Disposition: Fee Simple Selling Price:

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Marisa Wiens with her wedding dress. Wiens has started a Facebook page where other wives can donate their dresses to brides-tobe who lost their frocks in a New Westminster fire.

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“It’s amazing to see so many women willing to donate their dress,” said Wiens, who hasn’t been able to make contact with anyone from the Golden Brides shop so she can connect women who lost their dresses in the fire

with those donating dresses. She’s hoping as word spreads, those women will be able to browse the gallery, and find something that suits their needs.

Wiens said she’s taking it on good faith that those browsing the donated dresses

are genuinely in need.

She’s not collecting dresses herself; recipients and donors will be able to connect to each other directly through the Facebook page.

“I’m more so thinking of the brides who are in a pinch,” said

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Wiens. “I hope there aren’t people out there who are going to take advantage.”

To donate a dress, or to find one to replace a dress burned in the fire, go to www.facebook.com/gowns forgoldenbrides

Surrey man killed in Calgary Black Press A SURREY man was

killed and two others were injured in a shooting in Calgary last week.

On Thursday at about 8:45 p.m., police arrived at the city’s Cliff Bungalow residential neighbourhood to find 22-year-old Surrey resident Trevor James Munro dead and another man and woman injured.

Police said all three victims were friends.

“We believe they left the Lower Mainland, maybe the Surrey area last weekend, and arrived in Calgary at that location only a few hours before this event,” Calgary Police Homicide Unit Staff Sgt. Grant Miller told CTV News.

A black Dodge Avenger remained at the scene Friday morning with a shattered rear passenger window and three bullet marks in the driver’s side window.

The gunman fled the scene and police have not identified any suspects.

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Effect of tolls on traffic one of many gaps, report says

staff are warning the province’s plan to replace the Massey Tunnel with a large new bridge could run counter to regional land-use goals.

A report given to Metro’s transportation committee earlier this month from senior regional planner Ray Kan cautions that a big new bridge may “unleash pent-up demand” and spur more people to drive on the Highway 99 corridor, or prompt transit riders and car pool users to instead drive alone.

“Unfettered access could easily result in a congested facility,” his report said. “Further, an expanded facility may simply move the ‘bottleneck’ further downstream or upstream.”

The report says more information is needed and much of the potential impact on regional growth may depend on whether the new bridge is tolled or not.

Provincial officials have so far avoided talk of tolls on the promised bridge, and have said they don’t expect to estimate the effect of tolls on projected traffic flows until next spring.

There is no detailed business case yet out for the project and the number of bridge lanes isn’t finalized.

The head of the province’s Gateway program last month said traffic patterns have changed since Victoria last considered and rejected a replacement of the tunnel.

The Metro report says the premier’s Sept. 20 announcement of a new bridge was “unexpected” due to the absence of more technical analysis and since “only limited information” has been provided by the province on the proposal.

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An artist’s rendering shows a new bridge proposed to replace the Massey Tunnel.

“It is unclear what basic demographic assumptions the ministry has been using to justify the proposed capacity on the bridge,” Kan’s report said, adding it’s also unclear what assumptions are built in on the potential expansion of port terminals at Roberts Bank and Fraser Surrey Docks.

The bridge announcement throws a wrench into a number of planning initiatives.

Metro’s regional growth strategy didn’t anticipate a possible shift in growth pressure that might come from replacing the tunnel with a much larger bridge, he said.

Kan also said the uncertainty around the new bridge casts doubt on the validity of technical work being carried out by TransLink for its new regional transportation strategy, a regional goods movement strategy that has been in the works for several months, as well as the ongoing Pattullo Bridge replacement review.

A new bridge would meet modern seismic and lane width standards and provide direct access for cyclists and pedestrians, the report said, as well as bettter lane allocations for trucks and high-occupancy vehicles.

But care would have to be taken to ensure it doesn’t undermine

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Buses make up just one per cent of vehicles going through the tunnel, but carry 26 per cent of the people, thanks to dedicated lanes and queue-jumper ramps that speed buses past traffic jams on Highway 99.

Several Metro Vancouver mayors have already been critical of the bridge plan, voicing concerns that the cost of up to $3 billion could push back their top priority – transit improvements.

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Metro Vancouver has launched a civil action in B.C. Supreme Court against Delta-based Princess Farms and its Langley contractor, alleging both damaged a large area of Burns Bog. The local and regional governments are alleging that 17,000 square metres (55,774 square feet) of protected wetlands in Burns Bog were damaged by the companies through soil deposit activities.

The Corporation of Delta and Metro Vancouver, as joint owners of the 2,428-hectare Burns Bog, filed against Princess Farms Ltd., Matcon Landfill Management Inc., and Matcon Civil Constructors Inc. Princess Farms has been preparing for a new blueberry production on a site located on the west side of 104 Street and 64 Avenue in East Ladner.

The farm had been previously approved for an application to deposit 300,000 cubic metres of mixed soil on the site to improve drainage, which Delta’s Chief Administrative Officer George Harvie said is now over 4.6 metres (15 feet) high.

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Harvie said Delta staff were conducting monitoring and scientific studies in Burns Bog several months ago when they noticed the damage and commenced an investigation.

“We tried to get into the property but we were denied access,” he said.

Affected areas of Burns Bog include vegetation, trees, wildlife habitat and the peat bog itself, which suffered tearing, heaving and the vertical and lateral displacement of the peat bog near where fill was placed on native peat on the adjacent farm land.

Run off from the fill may also affect the Bog’s chemistry, according to the municipality.

None of the allegations have been proven in court.

Matcon Civil Constructors were not immediately available for comment. a vehicle being driven by Jasvir Singh Brar at 92 Avenue and 132 Street.

Bains was driving to his job as a machinist, and hasn’t worked since, according court documents made public Oct. 4.

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Bains was awarded $1.29 million to cover loss of wages, loss of future income, cost of future care and other damages.

Tuesday, October 22, 2013

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These boots were made for winning Relatively new to football, Surrey’s Steve Thomas is finding success as a kicker with the Langley Rams

by Gary Ahuja

T

he first time he stepped onto a football field for a tryout, Steve Thomas lined up the ball at midfield and proceeded to boot it into the end zone.

“Right away, you could tell he had pop in his leg, a live leg,” said Langley Rams general manager Jeff Alamolhoda.

This was prior to the 2012 season, when Alamolhoda was the junior football team’s head coach.

Intrigued by the power Thomas had displayed on the kick-off, the coaching staff had him attempt a long field goal – from 55 yards out – and he made it.

Typically, anything beyond 50 yards has the coaching staff unsure if they should attempt the kick or punt the ball.

That first season, Thomas handled kick-offs and long field goal attempts, but now in his sophomore season, the GARY AHUJA / BLACK PRESS 21-year-old from Surrey handles all of Langley Rams kicker Steve Thomas, a former soccer player, watches a field goal attempt go the team’s kicking duties.

He also earned himself the nickname through the uprights during a BCFC game earlier this season at McLeod Athletic Park. Thomas led the league in scoring this past season with 102 total points.

Happy.

The name was given to him because staying in a line and just connecting with the ball properly.” he had the huge leg, but accuracy was The fact he has a strong leg is of little surprise. the issue, just like the Adam Sandler movie character “Even when I was younger, I always had one of the bigger kicks on the Happy Gilmore, Alamolhoda explained. team,” Thomas said. “I was always able to kick it a mile.”

But with improved accuracy, Thomas has made a One of the biggest adjustments was getting accustomed to all the equipseamless transition this season, leading the league in ment football requires. scoring. The kicker finished with 102 points – 20 points “That was definitely new to me; it is a weird thing going from wearing shin ahead of the nearest competitor, V.I. Raiders kicker Ryan pads and goalie gloves to wearing big shoulder pads and a helmet on your Jones. head,” he said.

Thomas finished with 49 converts, 14 field goals and Thomas still has one season of junior eligibility, but he is also thinking 11 singles. He also led the league in both gross (58.5 longer term in the sport, hoping to kick in the CFL. Jeff Alamolhoda yards per kick) and net punting average (39.1 yards per He is on the B.C. Lions radar, confirmed Tyler McLaren, a regional scout kick) and was second in punting at 35.6 gross and third who focuses on the junior players for the CFL club. in net punting with 29.6 yards per kick.

McLaren has seen all of the Rams home games this season and said The Rams went 7-3 and finished third in the league, qualifying for the postThomas’ booming kick-offs are intriguing. season.

“We have talked to Steve and told him he needs to work on his punting and “I am still training myself to do it properly, but I love doing it,” Thomas field goals,” McLaren said. said.

Alamolhoda knows Thomas has the potential to continue in the game.

The fact he is playing football is a little surprising.

“He has the leg,” Alamolhoda said.

“Football was something I wanted to do, but soccer always came first in “If he is able to work on some minor technical adjustments from soccer to our family, especially with my mom being the chairman of the club (Surrey football, Steve will be able to go a long ways in this game.”

Youth),” he explained.

“We had a contest one night after practice (last season) where Steve had Thomas played soccer from a young age and the goalkeeper was part of the three chances to hit from 50, 55 and 60 yards. And if he hit two out of three, Whitecaps youth program at the U17 and U18 levels. But a concussion cost we wouldn’t have to run conditioning that night.” him a full season and once he was healthy, Thomas decided to give football a The kicks were done with the defence rushing to block the kicks. shot.

“He hit the 50, the 55er and then hit the crossbar on the 60,” Alamolhoda He admits his first kick with the Rams was “definitely a soccer kick.” said.

“As soon as I started working with one of the coaches, I realized there is a “A 60-yard leg is an NFL-caliber leg. What he needs to work on is some lot of technique to it,” Thomas said. fundamental and technical adjustments with his footwork and his approach “It is definitely different than kicking a soccer ball. Soccer is a lot about to the ball when he kicks it. But he is a hard worker.” putting your whole body into it. Even though football is too, it is also about

“If he is able to work on some minor technical adjustments from soccer to football, Steve will be able to go a long ways in this game.”

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Notice of Public Hearing – Southlands Application The Municipal Council of The Corporation of Delta will hold a Public Hearing, in accordance with the Local Government Act, to consider the bylaws and permits referred to below relating to the Southlands application:

Date: Monday October 28, Tuesday October 29 and Wednesday October 30, 2013 Time: 3:00 pm — 9:30 pm The Public Hearing will recess at approximately 6:00 pm each day and reconvene at 6:45 pm Place: South Delta Recreation Centre 1720 56 Street, Delta, BC Any persons who believe that their interest in property will be affected by the proposed project and bylaws shall be given an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on matters contained in the bylaws and/or proposed by the application.

Speakers List: A speakers list will be available for the public to sign at the entrance to the Public Hearing venue one hour prior to the start of the Public Hearing. Speakers will be asked to come forward in the order of the speakers list and will be allowed up to five minutes to address Council regarding the project under consideration. The speakers list will carry over from day to day. Speakers may use an overhead projector to display still images. Pre-recorded audio and/or video presentations by speakers, other than the applicant, will not be permitted.

Written Submissions: Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to communicate to Council in advance of the Public Hearing, you can write to: Mayor and Council The Corporation of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604-946-3390 Email: mayor-council@delta.ca Written submissions may also be delivered to the Registration Desk at the Public Hearing venue while the Public Hearing is in session. All written submissions must be addressed to Mayor and Council, must include the writer’s full name and mailing address, and must be received prior to the conclusion of the Public Hearing. Correspondence on this matter addressed to Mayor and Council between July 30, 2013 and the conclusion of the Public Hearing will form part of the public record for this Public Hearing.

Correspondence relating to the Southlands application that was received prior to July 30, 2013 will be available for viewing by the public and Council members during the Public Hearing, but will not form part of the public record for this Public Hearing. Anyone who provided correspondence on this matter before July 30, 2013 and wishes it to be included in the public record for this Public Hearing should resubmit their correspondence prior to the conclusion of the Public Hearing.

Please note that Council may not receive further submissions from the public or interested persons concerning the project after the Public Hearing has concluded.

MAP NO. 1 Subject Properties FILE NO. LU006390

Project: Application for Official Community Plan Amendment, Rezoning, Development Application Procedures Bylaw Amendment, Development Variance Permit, Development Permit and Phased Development Agreement. (File No. LU006390) Location: The Southland Properties, being 301 Boundary Bay Road, 500 Boundary Bay Road, 581 Boundary Bay Road, 6400 3 Avenue, an unaddressed property on 56 Street with the PID 007-551-061, an unaddressed property on 56 Street with the PID 007-551-070, and an unaddressed property on Timbervalley Road with the PID 007-551-347, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 1.

Applicant: Patrick Cotter, Cotter Architects Telephone: 604-272-1477 Proposal: Application for Official Community Plan Amendment, Rezoning, Development Application Procedures Bylaw Amendment, Development Variance Permit, Development Permit and Phased Development Agreement in order to allow a comprehensive development that would include agricultural uses, natural habitat, public open spaces and greenways on approximately 80 percent of the subject site, and residential, commercial and institutional uses on the remaining approximately 20 percent of the subject site.

The subject site comprises seven properties with a combined area of 217 ha (537 ac). The application involves a request for 950 new residential units in various forms and densities, including single family homes, townhomes, apartments and live-work units. A maximum of 7,432 m² (80,000 ft²) of ground-oriented commercial space is also requested. The proposed amenities would include agricultural areas, a Market Square and related improvements, natural habitat, public open space and greenways on the lands to be transferred as amenities to The Corporation of Delta (Delta).

The owner proposes to transfer 172 ha (425 ac) of land to Delta to be held in public ownership. This amounts to approximately 80% of the total site, less the proposed 2.4 ha (6 ac) Southlands Homestead (see MAP NO. 2 for location of Southlands Homestead site). The land to be transferred to Delta would be used for agriculture, natural habitat, public open space (including a Market Square) and greenways.

The owner proposes to provide a $9 million amenity contribution that would be put in a special reserve fund administered by Delta for the sole purpose of improving agricultural drainage and providing irrigation designated by Delta to improve and sustain the capability of the agricultural land that is proposed to be transferred to Delta. The owner also proposes to provide Delta with an intersection amenity payment of $165,000 toward future improvements to the intersection at 56 Street and 12 Avenue.

The owner also proposes to lease back from Delta approximately 18.7 ha (46 ac) of the land proposed to be transferred to Delta for small-scale farming in addition to leasing and operating the proposed Market Square area for a minimum of ten years. These proposed leases are not included in the Phased Development Agreement and will be subject to a separate application by the owner to Delta for approval of the terms and programs to be included in such leases. The owner has developed some conceptual plans regarding the possible small scale farming and the use of the Market Square facilities, but these conceptual plans have not yet progressed to a proposed lease stage. If the owner does develop the concepts into lease proposals that Delta is willing to consider, Council will provide an opportunity for public input before approving any leases to the owner. There will not be a separate or a continued Public Hearing for the review of the lease proposals.

The remainder of the agricultural land that would be transferred to Delta would be available for lease by Delta to third parties for larger scale soil-based farming, subject to certain Agricultural Principles described in the Phased Development Agreement.

“The Corporation of Delta Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3950, 1985” Amendment Bylaw No. 7167 To amend Section 1.8 of Schedule A of the Official Community Plan (Regional Context Statement) by replacing the Regional Context Statement Map with a new Regional Context Statement Map which is Schedule 7167-1 to Bylaw No. 7167, to illustrate the following changes: • Change the regional land use designation of approximately 27% of the Southlands properties from Agricultural to General Urban, and include these lands within the Urban Containment Boundary; and • Change the regional land use designation of approximately 19% of the Southlands properties from Agricultural to Conservation and Recreation.

“The Corporation of Delta Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3950, 1985” Amendment Bylaw No. 7168 To amend the land use designation for portions of the subject site in the Future Land Use Plan in Schedule A from A Agricultural to SV Southlands Village, SG Southlands Gateway, P Parks and Recreation Areas and ESA-3 Environmentally Sensitive Area 3, as shown on MAP NO. 2.

MAP NO. 2 Proposed Official Community Plan Designations FILE NO. LU006390

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To amend the land use designations for portions of the subject site in the Tsawwassen Future Land Use Plan in Schedule D.1 from AGR Agricultural to SV Southlands Village, SG Southlands Gateway, P Major Parks and Recreational Areas, and ESA-3 Environmentally Sensitive Area 3, as shown on MAP NO. 2.

To amend Schedule D.1 by deleting Objective D.2 and replacing it with a revised Objective D.2 as stated in the bylaw, deleting Policy D.1 and replacing it with a revised Policy D.1 as stated in the bylaw, and deleting the map entitled “The Southlands” and replacing it with a new map entitled “Southlands Agricultural Area and Guichon Property” as shown in the bylaw.

To designate portions of the subject site as SD5 Southlands Village Development Permit Area, as shown on MAP NO. 3, by identifying this Development Permit Area on Map IIB in Schedule E of the Official Community Plan; and adding the guidelines for the SD5 Southlands Village Development Permit Area provided in Schedule 7168-3 to the bylaw to Schedule E of the Official Community Plan.

“Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7169 To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning portions of the subject properties to P Public Use, Comprehensive Development (C.D.) Zone No. 423-R, Comprehensive Development (C.D.) Zone No. 423-MS and Comprehensive Development (C.D.) Zone No. 423-SH, while the remaining lands retain the current A1 Agriculture zoning. The proposed zoning for the different areas of the subject site is shown on MAP NO. 4. The proposed rezoning would permit a maximum of 950 residential units in the Comprehensive Development (C.D.) Zone No. 423R, one existing single family dwelling in the Comprehensive Development (C.D.) Zone No. 423-MS, and three existing single family dwellings in the Comprehensive Development (C.D.) Zone No. 423-SH, a maximum of 7,432 m² (80,000 ft²) of groundoriented commercial space in designated areas with a maximum building height of three storeys above a parking level.

Development Permit LU006390 To address streamside protection and enhancement issues related to the preservation, protection, restoration and enhancement of fish and wildlife and their habitats in and along streams, to protect the natural environment and to protect the development from hazardous conditions through siting and design control.

Development Variance Permit LU006390 To vary “Delta Subdivision and Development Standards Bylaw No. 5100, 1994” as follows: • Vary the standard road cross-section on 3 Avenue from Boundary Bay Road to 65B Street to requiring road widening for a 1.5 m (5 ft) wide cycle lane in the east bound direction, and not requiring lane widening, curb and gutter, sidewalk, streetlighting and landscaping.

• Vary the standard road cross-section along the 56 Street frontage to not requiring road widening, curb and gutter, sidewalk, streetlighting and landscaping.

• Vary the standard road cross-section along the Boundary Bay Road frontage to requiring road widening for a 1.5 m (5 ft) wide cycle lane in each direction, and not requiring curb and gutter, sidewalk, streetlighting and landscaping.

The proposed agreement also sets out the voluntary contribution by Century Industries Ltd. of certain amenities including land, buildings, a $9 million Agricultural Amenity Payment, Intersection Amenity Payment and Market Square improvements, as set out in the bylaw.

• Vary from the ornamental streetlighting standard to the proposed streetlight standard for streetlights to be located on all internal local roads, and provide pathway and parking area lighting of a similar standard.

The agreement, if adopted, would be in force for a period of 20 years provided that the other terms of the agreement are fulfilled.

• Waive the requirement to dedicate 3 m (10 ft) of roadway for the 6 Avenue frontage and the corner truncation dedication at the southeast corner of 6 Avenue and 56 Street.

• Require road dedication as required for traffic signalization improvements at 56 Street and 4 Avenue.

• Require water metering for all lots.

“Development Application Procedures Bylaw No. 4918, 1992” Amendment Bylaw No. 7170 To delegate authority to the Director of Community Planning and Development to issue and execute development permits in the SD5 Southlands Village Development Permit Area.

Phased Development Agreement Bylaw No. 7271 This bylaw proposes to authorize The Corporation of Delta to enter into a Phased Development Agreement with Century Industries Ltd. with respect to the lands shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 1. The specified zoning bylaw provisions for the Phased Development Agreement include “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” and the following zones specific to the subject properties: Comprehensive Development (C.D.) Zone No. 423R, Comprehensive Development (C.D.) Zone No. 423-MS and Comprehensive Development (C.D.) Zone No. 423-SH. The zoning includes single family and multi-family residential units, commercial space, a Market Square, agriculture, natural habitat, public open space and greenways. The Phased Development Agreement would also establish a process to ensure the development maximum caps of 950 residential units and 7,432 m² (80,000 ft²) of commercial floor area are tied to the lands by way of registered covenant.

The agreement would require the provisions of the Zoning Bylaw that regulate items such as use, density, siting, location of buildings and subdivision requirements to apply to the subject site for the 20 year term as they stood at the date of this agreement unless otherwise agreed by the owner and Delta. The agreement would also require the subdivision and development standards for water, drainage, sanitary sewage, roads, streetlighting, traffic signals and landscaping set out in “Delta Subdivision and Development Standards Bylaw No. 5100, 1994” to apply for the 20 year term as they stood at the date of this agreement, as modified by the specified variances.

MAP NO. 3 Area of Proposed SD5 Southlands Village Development Permit Area FILE NO. LU006390 The Corporation of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2 (604) 946-4141 www.delta.ca

The proposed agreement also entitles the owner to transfer parcels or the property as a whole or in part to third parties. The Phased Development Agreement “runs with the land” in the case of a transfer of the entire development property, but Century Industries Ltd. can obtain a release from its obligations only if Delta enters into an assumption agreement to that effect among Century Industries Ltd., the transferee and Delta. In the case of transfers of subdivided portions of the development land Century Industries Ltd. would retain the responsibilities for servicing and any outstanding obligations under the Phased Development Agreement unless Delta agrees that such responsibilities would be assumed by a purchaser by entering into an assumption agreement among Century Industries Ltd., the purchaser and Delta pertaining to the property being purchased.

Additional Information Additional information, copies of the proposed bylaws and permits, supporting staff reports, and any relevant documentation will be available for inspection from October 10, 2013 until October 30, 2013 at the Community Planning and Development Department at Delta Municipal Hall, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC, from 8:30 am to 4:45 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday (except statutory holidays) and from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm Thursday.

Copies of the proposed bylaws and permits, supporting staff reports, and any relevant documentation will also be available for inspection at South Delta Recreation Centre, 1720 56 Street, Delta, BC, during the Public Hearing.

In addition, information is available from the following: Website: www.delta.ca/southlands Email: com-pln-dev@delta.ca Phone: 604-946-3380 Staff Contact: Mike Ruskowski, 604-946-3382 Web Location: July 29, 2013 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item F.01 October 7, 2013 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.00 Please note that Council may not receive further submissions from the public or interested persons concerning the project after the Public Hearing has concluded.

MAP NO. 4 Proposed Zoning FILE NO. LU006390

18 Surrey/North Delta Leader Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Pair of wins and a tie help lift Eagles Surrey breaks losing streak, sit fourth in Lower Mainland standings

by Nick Greenizan

are just five points back of the first-place Langley Rivermen; a week ago, they trailed by nine.

In Wednesday’s road win over Coquitlam, the Eagles got off to a hot start. They scored twice in the first five minutes – on goals by Brett Mulcahy and Joseph Drapluk – and led 3-1 by the first intermission after Nic Pierog tacked on a power-play goal with one second left before the buzzer.

In the second period, the Eagles’ power-play struggled, giving up two short-handed markers – to Ryan Rosenthal and Canon Pieper – in the first 4:15 of the frame, but Drapiuk and Mulcahy each scored again later in the period to restore the Eagles’ two-goal lead.

In the third period, Coquitlam’s Jace Hennig – on the power

SO MUCH FOR that los-

ing streak.

After struggling for much of the last two weeks, the Surrey Eagles – losers of five straight games since the calendar turned to October – won twice and tied another last week, to keep pace with the top teams in the BC Hockey League’s Mainland Division.

Last Wednesday, the Eagles brought their losing skid to a halt with a 5-4 victory over the Coquitlam Express, and at South Surrey Arena on the weekend, earned three of a possible four points against the visiting Prince George Spruce Kings, after a 6-1 win Friday and a 4-4 tie Saturday night.

The Eagles still sit fourth in the five-team Mainland Division, but

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The Surrey Eagles beat the Prince George Spruce Kings 6-1 Friday and the teams tied 4-4 in a second game Saturday. play – scored the only

N OT I C E O F I N T E N T I O N

NOTICE OF INTENTION TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE AND OF PROPOSED PROPERTY DISPOSITION TAKE NOTICE THAT pursuant to sections 24 and 26 of the Community Charter, S.B.C. 2003, c.

26 as amended, the City of Surrey (the “City”) hereby gives notice of its intention to provide assistance and of a proposed property disposition under a partnering agreement between the City and the Surrey City Development Corporation (the “Development Corporation”) dated April 30, 2007 as amended (the “Agreement”).

AND THAT the Agreement as approved by Council is part of a strategy to maximize the financial returns through development and provide an annual revenue stream to the City from the City’s wholly owned Development Corporation. The form of assistance is the transfer of beneficial interest in lands more particularly described below (the “Lands”) from the City to the Development Corporation, valued at $79,000.00, in exchange for preferred shares of the Development Corporation. The Lands are more particularly described as follows:

goal, to make it 5-4, and Surrey held on for the victory over the final 15 minutes of play.

Jonaf Renoug and Danton Heinen each added two assists for the Birds, while goaltender

Devon Fordyce – whom the Eagles acquired earlier this month after he was cut by the Western Hockey League’s Seattle Thunderbirds – made 31 saves to earn his first win in Eagles’ colours.

On Friday, Pierog stole the show for the home team, scoring three goals to pace the Eagles’ offence in the 6-1 win. Mulcahy tacked on two goals and added an assist, while Heinen

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– with a goal and two helpers – Drapiuk and Renouf, who both had two assist, all had multipoint games.

Fordyce again backstopped the home squad, making 28 saves in the win.

The 19-year-old netminder – who also has WHL experience with the Prince George Cougars – was even more impressive in Saturday’s 4-4 tie with the Spruce Kings. He made 41 saves, including three in overtime, to help Surrey earn a point in a game in which they were outshot 44-27.

Heinen, Mulcahy, Pierog and Matthew Dawson scored for the Eagles, with Dawson’s game-tying marker coming with just 5:08 left in the third period.

Brett Lashuk had two goals for the Kings, and Chad Staley had a goal and an assist.

Neither team could grab the extra point in overtime, with just five shots fired on net between the two squads.

The Eagles will get the opportunity to extend their undefeated streak this weekend, when they travel down the highway Saturday to face the Chilliwack Chiefs at Prospera Centre, before returning to the Peninsula Sunday afternoon for a home date with the West Kelowna Warriors, who will be finished off a three-games-in-threenights road trip.

Roster moves In addition to brining in Fordyce – whose rights were acquired from the Brooks Bandits of the Alberta Junior Hockey League in exchange for defenceman Zane Schwartz – the Eagles have made a few other tweaks to the roster.

On Oct. 16, Eagles’ coach/general manager Peter Schaefer dealt White Rock native Joel Gaudet to the Flin Flon Bombers of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League in exchange for forward Garrett Forster.

As well, Surrey added 1994-born defenceman Brian Drapluk – brother of current Eagles forward Joseph – to the roster. The twins – natives of Penbrooke Pines, Fla. – both played last season with the Minnesota Wilderness of the Superior International Junior Hockey League.

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COMMUNITY Ukrainian soul food – perogies, cabbage rolls and borsch – will be available on Oct. 25 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 108 Ave. Eat-in, take away or ready for your freezer. For info, call 604-531-1923 or 604-581-0313.

In these troubled economic times, it’s often an uphill battle for families to meet the basic obligations of shelter, food and clothing. Fortunately, there is some relief available. On Saturday, Oct.19, Clothes2U will be distributing clothes, toys, linens, diapers, personal/household items

free to those in need, male/ female, baby to senior.

This will take place at Zion Lutheran Church, 5950 179 St. from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. This is a familyfriendly, casual event.

Children are welcome.

For more information, to donate or volunteer, go to www. clothes2u.ca or call 604-857-4617.

Ladies of North Delta: Have you just moved to this area or would you just like to meet new friends?

Call and arrange to attend our regular activities such as morning walks, coffee gatherings, card games, stitch and chat, book club, and monthly dinners. Our next dinner evening on Wed. Nov.6th includes our annual Silent Auction.

If you’d like to attend or get more information about any of our activities, please call Kathy at 604583-3691, or Pam at 604-597-7974 or e-mail ndnewcomers@hotmail. com

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Hearty fare for women in crisis Soup Sisters gives warmth and nutrition to transition house

by Bronwyn Scott NOTHING SAYS comfort like a

serves approximately 150 women and children, but they receive about 2,000 phone calls from women asking for information. A large number are turned away, said Deara Dirk, senior manager.

Most stay for about a month, sometimes less, sometimes more, depending on need. Larger families take longer to get settled.

Women and children often arrive without clothing, children’s toys or important documents and come into an unfamiliar house shared with strangers.

“On top of the trauma that they’ve experienced, they’re now in a totally new situation,” said Dirk.

Because of the stress they’re under, they tend not to cook from scratch and aren’t eating as healthily as they might otherwise.

But the donated soups, hearty and nutritious, will make a big difference.

“This sort of makes the place more home-like, and that’s what we really want, because they really do need respite, they need peace, they need care and safety,” said Dirk.

Communities all over the province are inquiring about bringing Soup Sisters to their local shelters, said Sheila Alwell, the B.C. regional co-ordinator.

Soup Sisters was established in Calgary in 2009, and in 2010 came to Vancouver.

To learn more or make a donation, visit soupsisters.org If you are a woman who needs help, Evergreen can be reached at 604-584-3301.

hot bowl of soup, and that’s just what Evergreen Transition House will get after the Soup Sisters’ Surrey launch at Bistro 72 on Tuesday, Oct. 15.

The non-profit charity serves more than 20 residential shelters across the country by partnering with local professional kitchens where Soup Sisters and Broth Brothers get together and make soup under the guidance of a chef facilitator.

Evergreen Transition House is a local 10-bed shelter that provides refuge and care for women and children fleeing abusive intimate relationships and potentially violent situations.

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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Gerrie peacefully passed away in Peace Arch Hospital, White Rock. She was the much loved wife of Robert O’Brien for 59 years and much loved mother of Robert & Lori, Erin, Michael & Sherri, Sean & Marla, Kelly & Kim, and much loved Granny of Christopher, Patrick, Shannon, Devin & Tamara, Trevor, Daniel, Darcy, Courtney & Mark, Ben, and Klay. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, October 26th 2013 at 2pm at Valley View Funeral Home at 14660 72nd Avenue, Surrey. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Peace Arch Hospital Foundation (Intensive Care Unit).

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She will be dearly, dearly, dearly, dearly, dearly, dearly missed. We love you, Pedes.

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1. Create digital advertisements and complete website design production to deadline.

2. Assist digital sales specialists with the design of digital sections and promotional materials.

3. Traffic digital & print advertising 4. Provide strategic input on digital initiatives and content channels.

Required expertise: • Ability to navigate content management systems such as WordPress, Limelight, or others • Proficiency in HTML, HTML5, CSS, and JQuery if possible • Facebook developer and/or Bootstrap development • CS6 and strong design skills in Photoshop and Illustrator • (Flash, After Effects, InDesign, Final Cut Pro, is an asset)

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To join our team of professional drivers please send off a resume and current drivers abstract to: careers@vankam.com For more info about Line Haul, call Bev, 604-968-5488

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Van-Kam is committed to employment equity and environmental responsibility.

We thank all applicants for your interest!

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PLEA Community Services Society is looking for individuals and families who can provide respite care in their homes for youth aged 12 to 18, who are attending a recovery program for alcohol and/or drug addiction. Qualified applicants must be available on weekends and have a home that can accommodate one to two youth and meet all safety requirements. Training and support is provided.

If interested, please call a member of our Family Recruiting Team at:

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Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Class 1 Drivers to work out of our SURREY terminal. Applicants must have a min 2 yrs industry driving experience.

Full Package Of Competitive BeneďŹ ts are included.

Competition closes Oct. 31.

10am-6pm daily

September 25, 1930 – October 15, 2013

The successful candidate will effectively schedule and manage requests to meet high - productivity objectives. A willingness to learn systems and software and work in a fast paced environment is essential.

CLASS 1 HIGHWAY LINE HAUL COMPANY DRIVERS

This salaried position is based in Campbell Heigths Business District, Surrey. Hours are Mon. Fri. 8:30am - 5:00 pm.

Pumpkin Patch NOW OPEN

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will and site and

Work portfolio and references will be requested of the final candidates.

Tickets - Adults $15, 6-12 yrs $8 under 6 free. Ph: 604-599-6803 Part of the community since 1917

bcclassified.com reserves the right to revise, edit, classify or reject any advertisement and to retain any answers directed to the bcclassified.com Box Reply Service and to repay the customer the sum paid for the advertisement and box rental.

DISCRIMINATORY LEGISLATION

ALL CASH Drink/Snack Vending Business Route. Complete Training. Small Investment Required. 1888-979-VEND (8363). www.healthydrinkvending.co

WEB DESIGNER

The web and print designer be proficient in conceiving creating digital advertising, design as well as print ads marketing materials.

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HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

QUALIFIED HAIRDRESSER to work in Surrey, Clayton area Seniors care home, Thurs & Fri. Call: 604-420-9339

HELP WANTED

An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators, Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)7235051 Edson,Alta

Construction Labourers Req’d F/T for Best Canadian Roofing Systems Salary: $19/hr. Duties: Load and unload construction materials.

Move materials to work area. Clean workspace. Remove rubble. Assist in demolishing. Must be physically fit. Heavy lifting required. Willing to work during weekend, early or late shifts. Contact: Gursewak Email: gill_sewak123@yahoo.ca or Fax: 604-585-1574 Location: Surrey, BC

WANTED kids to sell chocolate bars after school & wkends. Earn up to $150/week. (604)618-7780.

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DENWILL AN IRONCLAD COMPANY

BULK PETROLEUM CLASS 1 DRIVERS

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Denwill, a progressive and growing company transporting bulk liquid petroleum products based in Burnaby, requires Class One Drivers.

DRIVERS WANTED

AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 w/ Airbrake • Guaranteed 40hr. Work Week & Overtime • Paid Travel & Lodging • Meal Allowance • 4 Weeks Vacation • Excellent Benefits Package

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Must be able to have extended stays away from home. Up to 6 months. Must have valid AZ, DZ, 5, 3 or 1 with airbrake license and have previous commercial driving experience.

Apply at:www.sperryrail.com/ careers and then choose the FastTRACK Application.

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HELP WANTED

DELIVERY PERSONS

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HELP WANTED

GENERAL LABOURERS

PHONE BOOKS

Mature persons with car or truck required to deliver Yellow Pages™ Telephone Directories to Surrey, Delta, Langley / Fort Langley and Aldergrove.

EARN MONEY delivering the Yellow Pages™Directories PDC Logistics Call: 1-800-661-1910 Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Visit: www.deliverYELLOW.ca

GUARANTEED Job Placement Labourers, Tradesmen & Class 1 Drivers For Oil & Gas Industry.

Call 24Hr. Free Recorded Message 1-888-213-2854 GUARANTEED Job Placement: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas Industry. Call 24hr Free Recorded Message For Information 1-800-972-0209

LANDSCAPE LABOURERS Should have experience in retaining walls.

Wage starting @ $16-$18/hour

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS Office Secretary Req’d F/T for Pandher & Co Ltd. $21/hr. Prepare & key in invoices. Open & distribute incoming regular and electronic mail. Order office supplies and maintain inventory. Answer & relay telephone calls & messages. Min. 1 year of relevant experience req’d.

Please Contact: Napinder by Fax: 604-594-1209 or napinderpandher @yahoo.ca Surrey, BC RECEPTIONIST req’d F/T for busy accounting firm. Should be comfortable with Excel & Word. Must be able to speak Punjabi. Email resume to: priya@asbubber.com

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RETAIL

SALES ASSOCIATES

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sharvey@fashionaddition14plus.com

.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

FLAG PERSONS & LANE TECH PERSONNEL NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

WE WILL TRAIN! COMPETITIVE RATES Must Have Valid TCP Certificate, Reliable Insured Vehicle And Provide A Clean Drivers Abstract!

Please E-mail Resume: grasdald@telus.net

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FOSTER/SOCIAL CARE

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MEDICAL/DENTAL

Pharmacist req’d F/T for Family Care Pharmacy Unit B 12815, 96 Ave. Surrey BC $42.00/hr. Check prescriptions for proper dosage.

Prepare pharmaceutical products.

Bachelor of Science degree in pharmacy and BC license req’d.

Contact: Kiran Fax: 604-539-9798 or email: family.care94@yahoo.ca

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Become a PLEA Family Caregiver.

PLEA provides ongoing training and support.

A young person is waiting for an open door...make it yours.

604.708.2628 caregiving@plea.bc.ca www.plea.ca

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EDUCATION

Please fax resumes to: 604-888-4688 or visit Employment Opportunities at www.greggdistributors.ca or Email resumes to: info@greggbc.ca

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EDUCATION

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

TRADES, TECHNICAL

PIPE LAYERS, OPERATORS, SURVEYORS FOREMANS & SUPERINTENDANTS

tbrebner@tybo.ca workwithus@tybo.ca

PERSONAL SERVICES 171

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

AMAZING MASSAGE New Location. Hot Oil. 10am - 10pm. Call: 604-719-5628

HEALTH MASSAGE

Kristy 604.488.9161

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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INCOME TAX PROBLEMS? Have you been audited, reassessed or disallowed certain claims by Canada Revenue Agency? Call Bob Allen @ 250-542-0295 35yrs. Income Tax experience, 8.5yrs. with Revenue Canada. Email: r.gallen@shaw.ca C- 250-938-1944

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CONCRETE & PLACING

PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates.

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184 SEMI-RETIRED contractor will do small concrete jobs. Patio’s, sidewalks, driveway’s. Re & re old or damaged concrete. Ken 604-307-4923

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

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DRYWALL

Reno & Texture Specialist, Painting.

“No job too small”. 604-825-8469 PSB DRYWALL ★ All Boarding, Taping, Framing & Texture. Insured work. 604-762-4657/604-764-6416

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ELECTRICAL

06951 Electrician Lic. Low cost.

PANEL CHANGE. Big/small jobs.

Residential/ Comm. 604-374-0062

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LEGAL SERVICES

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Lic. Electrician A+, BBB member Expert trouble shooter, All types of Electrical work 24/7 604-617-1774 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899 FITZ ELECTRIC. New build.

Residential. Tenant Improvements.

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CLEANING SERVICES

Excavator & Bobcat Services

The GLEAM TEAM

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EDUCATION

Cleaning Services ``We’ll Shine for You’’!

Quality Service at great rates.

Bonded & Insured. For your free consultation call 604-506-3848.

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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.

EDUCATION

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• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries

Grand Opening 11969 88th Ave. Scott Road

Automated Tank Manufacturing Inc. located in Kitscoty, Alberta, is looking for experienced welders.

Competitive wages, profit sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company. Good working environment. Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through in hole manufacturing process.

No scaffolding or elevated work platform. Call Cindy for an appointment or send resume to: cindy@autotanks.ca 780-846-2231 (Office), 780-846-2241 (Fax).

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Specializing in Private Events!

We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.

10:00a.m.-10:00p.m.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Maid Brigade Cleaning Services. Trained, Uniformed & Insured. maidbrigadebc.com / 604.596.3936

COUNTER 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!

PERSONAL SERVICES

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TYBO CONTRACTING is quickly becoming an industry leader in the excavating & civil contracting business. Tybo is currently retained by some of the largest developers in B.C. We are currently offering top wage & benefit pkgs as well as opportunities for advancement. Email resumes to:

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

MEAT CUTTER Fraserway Meats Ltd. a.k.a. Fraserview Meats at 12047-80th Ave and 114-7218 King George Blvd in Surrey requires Retail Meat Cutters for retail and wholesale outlet. A salary of $17/hr will be given with other benefits. Minimum work 40 hrs/week. Will train.

Must be avail on evenings and weekends. Please send your resume at 604-592-2900 or email fraserviewmeats21@yahoo.ca

Excavator Operators SK Excavating Ltd at 1740364 A Ave Surrey, BC is hiring excavator operators for regular work in lower mainland. Work will be at various construction and land fill sites. Duties will be to operate loaders, backhoes and excavators. Some Training of operating Excavator is required. Experience of operating excavator is an asset.

Salary of $ 29/hr will be paid.

Work is full time minimum 40 hr/wk. Overtime will be paid if any. Send your resume at sukhrajkang@hotmail.com

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EXPERIENCED COOKS REQ’D Wages negotiable. In busy Pub. Please call 604-888-8983 or email: darjet@telus.net

TRADES, TECHNICAL

NOW HIRING P/T SALES ASSOCIATES for our Morgan Crossing location.

Apply in person or email to:

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Do you enjoy working with children?

D E Early Childhood Educators not only teach children, they aim to help children c develop good habits in learning and in life. d

Career Opportunities: Preschools O Strong Start Facilitators O Group Child Care Cruise Ships and Resorts O Supported Child Development

CALL SURREY: 604.583.1004 OR VISIT SPROTTSHAW.COM

•Drainage •Back-Filling •Landscaping & Excavating.

•Landclearing & Bulldozing Hourly or Contract 38 Years exp.

“Accept Visa, Mastercard, Discovery & Debit”

604-576-6750 or Cell: 604.341.7374

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FENCING

6 FOOT HIGH CEDAR FENCE. $11/foot. Low Prices. Quality Work.

Free Est. Harbans 604-805-0510.

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GARDENING PARADISE LANDSCAPING

Lawn Mowing - Cleanups Hedges - Pruning Rubbish Removal - Odd Jobs Serving since ‘86 - Insured

Call (604) 889-6552 ALL LANDSCAPING & LAWNCARE hedge trimming, yard cleanup, weeding. Free Est. Jason 778-960-7109 .Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).

GARDENING

22 Surrey/North Delta Leader Tuesday, October 22, 2013 HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

GUTTER CLEANING POWER WASHING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

Prestige Painters •Condos •Townhomes •House Interiors

Call Ian 604-724-6373 ALWAYS! GUTTER Cleaning & Roof Blowing, Moss Control,30 yrs exp., Reliable! Simon 604-230-0627

Free Estimates!

Call: Chris 604-351-5001

Gutters - Windows - Tile Roof cleaning - Pressure Cleaning, Please Call Victor 604-589-0356

*Pros *Reliable *Refs. avail.

www.prestigepainters.ca

MERCHANDISE: CLASS 500’S From antiques & collectibles, to sporting goods and electronics, to parakeets and pet supplies, if it’s considered merchandise for sale, you can find it here.

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506 www.paintspecial.com

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

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.

INTERVAN PAINTING * Painting Contractor *

“LAMINATE/QUARTZ/GRANITE” JMS Countertops, 30 yrs/refs ★ John 604-970-8424 ★

* Residential / Commercial * New construction * Re-paint Interior / Exterior * Big or Small Jobs * We provide hi-end quality.

ARCO DRYWALL LTD. All kinds of drywall & paint.

Call Ryan 778-892-9590

WCB, Insured, Free Est’s!

Call Henry 778-288-4560

HOME REPAIRS

A1 BATH RENO’S. Bsmt suites, drywall, patios, plumbing, siding, fencing, roofing, landscaping, etc.

Joe 604-961-9937 or 604-581-3822

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A Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber RENOS & REPAIRS Excellent price on Hot Water Tanks Furnace, Boilers, Plumbing Jobs & Furnace & duct cleaning

✭ 604-312-7674 ✭

MOVING & STORAGE

551 PATTAR ROOFING LTD. All types of Roofing. Over 35 years in business. 604.588.0833

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1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates.

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

ABBA MOVERS & DEL Res/comm 1-4 ton truck, 1 man $35/hr, 2 men from $45. Honest, bsmt clean up.

25yrs Exp. 24hrs/7days 604-506-7576

FLEETWOOD WASTE Bin Rentals 10-30 Yards.

Call Ken at 604-294-1393

bradsjunkremoval.com

Hauling Anything..

But Dead Bodies!!

20 YARD BINS AVAILABLE We Load or You Load !

604.220.JUNK(5865) Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988

EXTRA

Reno’s and Repairs

CHEAP

~ 604-597-3758 ~ FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s.

Drain Cleaning. Ins. (604)596-2841

RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free!

CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service

(778)997-5757, (604)587-5991

• Hot water tanks • Furnaces • Broilers • Plugged Drains 778-862-0560

JUNK REMOVAL

PRESSURE WASHING

AFFORDABLE MOVING

By RECYCLE-IT!

• Furniture • Appliances • Electronics • Junk/Rubbish • Construction Debris • Drywall • Yard Waste • Concrete • Everything Else! **Estate Clean-Up Specialists**

HOT TUBS NO PROB!

www.affordablemovers.bc.com

$45/Hr

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

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

604-537-4140 329 PAINTING & DECORATING

MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof.

Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

PSK PAINTING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Quality work at the lowest price Phone & compare.

In business 25 years.

Fully Insured. Free Estimates.

Peter 778-552-1828

~ PRO PAINTERS ~ INTERIOR / EXTERIOR Quality Work, Free Estimates

604.587.5865 IMPACT PRESSURE WASHING - Gutter, Windows, Full Houses.

www.recycleitcanada.ca

Excellent Rates. (604)780-4604

Gutters - Windows - Tile Roof cleaning - Pressure Cleaning, Please Call Victor 604-589-0356 Gutters - Windows - Tile Roof cleaning - Pressure Cleaning, Please Call Patrick 778-865-9432.

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS 10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofing & Siding. CB. Re-roofing, New Roof Gutters.

604-812-9721

BEST BUSY BOYS ROOFING LTD.

D Conversion from Cedar to Asphalt, Shingles, Fiberglass D 30, 40, 50 years Warranty D WCB, BBB, Liability Ins. Free Estimates. Call Gary 604-599-5611 OR Visit

www.bestbusyboysroofing.com

Member of Better Business Bureau

WCB INSURED

Vincent 543-7776

329 PAINTING & DECORATING CALL

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

www.benchmarkpainting.homestars.com

Regency Park Gardens

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Morris The Arborist FULLY INSURED

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 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

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PRO TREE SERVICES Quality pruning/shaping/hedge trimming/ removals & stump grinding.

John, 604-588-8733/604-318-9270

TREE & STUMP

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

REAL ESTATE 609

APARTMENT/CONDOS

LOW DOWN/Rent to buy; Deluxe 2 bdrm 1026 sq.ft., 2nd flr, secure bldg. 96/Scott. Jim (604)786-7977

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FOR SALE BY OWNER CLOVERDALE

CLAYTON HEIGHTS Quality Built Coach House 1 Year old, 7 bdrms, 5 baths. with a 3 bdrm suite @ $1200/mo. and a 1 bdrm suite @ $750/mo.

$629,000.

**EMERGENCY CALL OUT** Certified Arborist Reports

Morris 604-597-2286 Marcus 604-818-2327

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.

TREE SERVICES

DANGEROUS TREE REMOVAL * Pruning * Retopping * Falling Service Surrey 25 years

Large 1 & 2 bedroom units Rent from $725.00/mo.

RENTALS

Phone: 604-581-8332 & 604-585-0063

RENT TO OWN

STOP RENTING! RENT TO OWN

SUNCREEK ESTATES

• No Qualification - LowthDown •

N. SURREY-13828 116 Avenue HOUSE, 4br. w/1br. suite w/view.

1/2 acre on Cul-De-Sac.$2,088/M 604-RTO-HOME / 604-786-4663

* Large 2 & 3 Bdrm Apartments * Insuite w/d, stove, fridge, d/w * 3 floor levels inside suite * Wood burning fireplace * Private roof top patio * Walk to shops. Near park, pool, playground * Elementary school on block * Clubhouse, tennis court * On site security/on site Mgmt * Reasonable Rent * On transit route * Sorry no pets

APARTMENT/CONDO

1 MONTH FREE

604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

Furnace, Boilers, Hot Water Heat Plumbing Jobs ~ Reas rates

341

SURREY

SURREY, 10317 126 St. 3 Bdrm rancher, large lot on quiet street. $429,000. Call Mary 778-988-1519

706

Delivery & Pick-Up Included Residential & Commercial Service • Green Waste • Construction Debris • Renovations • House Clean Outs

Call 778-829-6443

GUILDFORD GARDENS

Office: 7121 - 133B St. Surrey 604-596-0916

$700 2 bdrm. from $875

SURREY - 13820 72nd Ave 2 Bdrm 780 sq/ft. $755/mo.

Shares $2,500.

1 bdrm. from

No Subsidy, U/G Parking, 2 Appls, NO pets. Avail Now.

• 24 Hour On-site Management

www.hawthornehousing.org

Email Application or Phone 604-592-5663

PETS ALLOWED • Minutes walk to Holly Elementary School • Across from the NEW GUILDFORD TOWN CENTER & WALMART SUPERCENTRE • 1 min. drive to PORT MANN

Heat & Hot Water Included

To Arrange a Viewing Call Grace

604.319.7514 CEDAR APTS $50 off/month for the first year Quiet community living next to Guildford Mall. Clean 1 & 2 bdrm suites (some w/ensuites) Cable, heat & hot water included.

Walk Score = 92

Surrey Center, 1/bdrm suite in small well kept apt bldng. HW heat, pkng, laundry invcl. $760/mo. Avail now.

New paint. 604-581-5362 SURREY CENTRAL. BACHELOR suite, $575. Avail now. N/P. Call: 778-317-5323 or 604-916-2906.

SURREY

CUMBERLAND PARK MOVE IN INCENTIVE • • • • • •

Nice, clean & quiet 2 bdrms W/d in some suites Walk to Guilford Mall Close to transit and schools Upgraded, condo style suites Exterior fully upgraded, new windows & balconies On site manager

•

Please call DAVE at 604-589-1167 for viewing.

604-584-5233 www.cycloneholdings.ca

Looking for that warm safe home To hang your hat and stay a spell A place where you feel you belong and not just another rent cheque.

A space where you feel like a family Where people share and care?

VISTA GREEN, 7575 140 St. Avail now or Nov 1. 2 Bdrm suites, newly reno’d, starting at $850/mo. 3 Appls underground parking and storage, 1010 sq.ft. No pets. Call 604-5836844 or 604-594-8534.

SUNNY WHITE ROCK Great Location Amid Sea & Shops 1/2 Month FREE Rent 1 Bdrm Suites - Avail Now

Incl heat, h.water, sec u/g pkng & SWIMMING POOL

HOMES WANTED

CROSSROADS We got a great thing going on.

WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms!

CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

removal done RIGHT!

MAYFLOWER CO-OP 2 Bdrm unit $847/mo.

1 Bdrm units $695 - $725/mo 5 Min walk to Surrey Ctrl Skytrain, and all amenities. Well maintained, clean, quiet, sec’d adult only bldg.

No Pets. Shared purchase required.

Call: 604-583-2122 or email: maycoop@shawbiz.ca N.DELTA 120/76. Atria new 1 bdrm, lrg den/2 full bth, top flr, high ceiling 2 prkg. NS/NP. $1200 +utils, Nov 1.

778-323-7309 or 604-809-6984

• Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates 604-787-5915/604-291-7778

www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca

NEWTON: 1 bdrm, all appls inc W/D, Great loc. cls to shops, transit Kwantlen. 1 parking stall - $900/m, 2 parking stalls - $950/m. NS/NP. 1yr lease. Crossroads Mngmt Ltd. 778-578-4445, 604-715-1478 New 2bdrm 2bath in great Surrey park. Home $119,888. Pad rent $570/mo. Pet ok. 604-830-1960.

SURREY, 75/120A St. 2 Bdrm $960 plus cable. Quiet family complex no pets, call 604-501-0505.

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LANGLEY 200 / 80 Ave on acreage 3 Bdrm, dble grge, 5 appls, good area. $1650. Ref’s. (604)880-1098.

N. DELTA, 11372-77 Ave. 5 Bdrm house, 2.5 baths, Nov 1. $1650/mo + util. 604-543-1353, 778-868-6607.

SURREY 129/102. 3 Bdrm rancher, 1 bath, tool shed, big lot, clean. $1300/mo. Nov 1st. Ref’s req’d.

604-773-8426

SURREY, 134A/92. 4bdrm Rancher. Very clean house, big lot. $1300 Avail. Nov. 15. N/P, N/S. Refs req.

604-584-1100, 778-896-3733

SURREY 5 Bdrm main floor + 2 baths + 2 kitchens. Near Guildford mall/secondary school. $1600/mo.

149A St 103 Ave (604)-720-2259

SURREY Bolivar Hts 134/112A Ave 5 Bdrm house, 2.5 baths, 2 carports quiet neighbourhood, on view lot, close to all amens. Avail Nov 15th.

No pets.$2000 +utils 604-585-6622

SURREY Cedar Hills area 6 bdrms, 2 kitch. 3 full bthrms, 1 half bth, new deck wrapping whole house. Cls to shops, n/s, n/p 1yr lease. $2650/m 778-578-4445 or 604-715-1478

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.

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MOTELS, HOTELS

LINDA VISTA Motel Luxury Rooms w/cable, a/c & kitchens. 6498 King George Hwy. Mthly, Wkly & Daily Specials. 604-591-1171. Canadian Inn 6528 K.G.Hwy. 604-594-0010

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION

1 Huge bedroom, furnished or not, use of whole home, parking for 1 vehicle, lights, cable, and gas included. $550/month.

Suitable for 50+. Non drinker, smoking on balcony ok. Call Rob: 778-385-6028

750

SUITES, LOWER

1 Bd spacious bsmt, 142 St & 68 Ave, $500 inc. utilities & wifi. No laundry, N/S. 604-616-3425

$675/MONTH - 2 Bed/1 Bath Bsmt Suite avail Nov 1 in Fleetwood. Incl utilities, HD cable & wireless net.

Close to transit, laundromat, grocery stores. Call 604-502-5057.

CEDAR HILLS 128/90. Spacious bright 1bdr g/l, nr bus, n/s, $550 incl util & cbl. Oct 15. 778-593-7404

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

CEDAR HILLS 90/123 1/2 bdrm G/L suite $500/$650. Near ament Suits mature NS/NP 778-710-7686

GUILDFORD bright clean 2 bdrm bsmt, w/d, fenced yard, near schls.

NS/NP. $750 +utils. 604-283-9055.

N. DELTA. 2 Bdrm duplex, $1050.

Nr schl/bus/rec ctr. Nov 1 or sooner No dogs, cat ok. 604-951-8175.

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS NEWTON MOBILE HOME PARK. 2 Large RV Pads available for mobile home. Call 604-597-4787.

736

. Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244

Call 604-536-0379

~ Fir Apartments ~

604-596-9588

627

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604-319-7517

www.ReadySetOwn.ca

6 - 50 Yard Bins

ON CALL 24 HOURS/DAY

FOR YOUR MOVING

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GET THE BEST

RUBBISH REMOVAL

GARAGE SALES

DISPOSAL BINS

By Recycle-it

PLUMBING

BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

QUICKWAY Kitchen Cabinets Ltd. ****Mention this ad for 10% Off **** Call Raman @ 604-561-4041.

Call: 778-773-3737

To Arrange a Viewing Call Joyce

Difficulty Making Payments?

No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing?

We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

700

FLEETWOOD 150/87 Whole house 3 bd up & 2 bd ste down, 2 full bath, large yard, quiet area near amens, NS/NP, $1550+utils 604-597-2044.

Heat & Hot Water Included

• DIFFICULTY SELLING? •

SURREY

HOMES FOR RENT

• Minutes walk to Surrey Central Skytrain Station & Mall & SFU Surrey Campus • 24 Hour On-site Management PETS ALLOWED • Walk To Holland Park, High School & Elementary School

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

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CEDAR HILLS: 5 Bdrm total house $1850mo or 3bdrm upper suite $1200/m or 2 bdrm suite lower $700/m. Neat, clean, big yard, near schools & bus. N/S, N/P. Oct. 15.

604-930-5023 or 604-825-5023

1 Bdrm. $700.00 2 Bdrm. $815.00

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.

APPLIANCES FOR SALE

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

ARCO CONST. Framing, Drywall, Wood Finishing, Texture, Painting, Kitchen/Bath Remodeling, Elec, Plumb, Flooring. FREE EST. Mike 604-825-1500. Harry 604-500-3630.

Experienced Mover w/affordable rates, STARTING AT $40/HR 24/7 - Licensed & Insured. ** Seniors Discounts ** fortiermoving.ca

APPLIANCES

TONY’’S PAINTING

BEAUT BATHROOM & KITCHEN Plumbing + Drywall + Elect. + Tubs & Showers & Sinks + Toilets & Tile + floors + countertop + painting. Sen disc. Work Guar. 21 yrs exp. Call Nick 604-230-5783, 604-581-2859

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1 MONTH FREE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

PARKSIDE

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Emerson’s Contracting 604-524-2451, 604-535-0566

KITCHEN CABINETS

706

APARTMENTS

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

Renovation Specialist

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OPEN HOUSE

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

GERMAN SHEPHERD Pups & young adults. Quality German & Czech bloodlines. 604-856-8161.

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

Quality workmanship since 1968 Commercial - Residential

638

RENTALS

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

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

KITCHENS - BATHRMS CROWN MOULDING SUITES, DECKS, REPAIRS - BUILDING MAINT. REFS. WORK GUARANTEED

PETS

CHIHUAHUAS, tiny tea cups, ready to go now, 3 males. $700. Call 604794-7347

HANDYPERSONS

HANDY MAN / PAINTER Tiling, Drywall, Laminate Floors, etc Excellent Workmanship. Free Est. Prompt. Call Nash @ 778-708-7811

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REAL ESTATE

BUDGIES FOR SALE. Born this year. $15. Older Budgies looking for a good home $8: 604-576-2271

Canuck Roofing All Roof Repairs Any job big or small. Free Est. *WCB *Insured *BBB 778-772-1969

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

PETS

HOMES FOR RENT

DELTA N. 11671 84 Ave. Split level 3 bdrm, private fncd yard, incl lndry, parking. Newly reno’d. Pets OK. $1250/mo. Immed. 778-888-0200

CHIMNEY HEIGHTS. 76/151 Ave. 2 Bdrm. Washer. NP/NS. Avail now.

Call: 604-502-9945, 778-712-9945

CHIMNEY HEIGHTS large bright 1 bdrm in new hse, 4pce bath, alarm. $525 incl util/cble. 604-600-4050.

Chimney Heights- new 2 bedroom suite, NS/NP, close to bus, school, $600/m includes utilities, Available Now! 778-565-6665

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

CLOVERDALE. 2 bdrm bsmt suite.

Near schools, bus & park. NS/NP. Avail immed. Phone 604-575-1368.

CLOVERDALE Large 2 bdrm + den Prefer quiet N/S, N/P. Avail immed. $1000/mo incl utils. (604)576-4211

Tuesday, October 22, 2013 Surrey/North Delta Leader 23 RENTALS 750

SUITES, LOWER

RENTALS 750

TRANSPORTATION

SUITES, LOWER

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

CLOVERDALE Hilltop. Large 2 bdrm grnd lvl, priv ent, gas f/p, shrd W/D, suits mature profs. N/P N/S. $800/mo +1/3 utils. Avail immed.

Call 604-574-4428 CLOVERDALE: Large spac 1 bdrm. $550 incl util. Cls to elem & athletic park. Free WiFi. 604-671-4128 CLOVERDALE - west

BRAND NEW 1 BDRM SUITE Features sunny bright walk-out lower floor of owners’ home, large kitchen incl d/w, f/s, microwave, w/d large recrm with f/p, security system.Adult oriented, nr all amens & Cloverdale Tech University.

Credit check & references req’d Unfurn’d $750 or Furn’d $900.

Call 778-574-6038 ENVER CREEK 83/145A, Lrg 1 bd nr schl/bus, NS/NP. Incl utils & wifi.

Avail Nov 1. 604-572-7390 FLEETWOOD 15302-84th Ave. 1 bdrm bsmt ste $500 incl hydro & cbl. N/S. Avail now. 604-599-8937 or 778-873-1877 FLEETWOOD 1 bdrm g/l ste clean & bright. Nr parks. Avail Now.,ns/np Ref’s. $600 incl utils. 604-861-4700.

FLEETWOOD grnd lvl 2 bdrm bsmt fresh paint, fncd yard. Nr all amens. $650/mo incl utils. Avail now. 604951-4495 or 604-341-1784 GUILDFORD, 151/99A Ave. 3/bdrm bsmt suite. Clean & spacious. Nr all amen & mall. N/S, N/P. Avail now. $850 incl hydro. (604)589-1813 GUILDFORD 2 BDRM STE. Clean, quiet area, NS/NP. Hydro, heat & washer. $700/mo. 604-583-7575 Langley/Surrey Border 2 bdrm bsmt Nr Willowbrook mall. $850/mo + 1/3 utils. W/D, D/W. (604)309-5392 N. DELTA: 1100 sq.ft. 2 bdrm bsmt suite. Avail now. n/s, n/p. Longterm lease, 2 weeks free. $900/mo incl hydro, cable, w/d. (604)725-5631 NEWTON 130/65. 1 BDRM SUITE, $550 incl utils & cable. N/S. N/P. Avail now. Call 604-726-4244.

NEWTON, 140/79, Newer large 2 bdrm, grnd lvl. Incl utils. Avail now.

NS/NP. Call (604)502-9198

SURREY nr Gateway skytrain 1 bdr g/lvl ste, full bath, Nov. 1. no pets $600 incl hydro/cble. 604-581-6673.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

SURREY Panorama 12845 60 Ave 2 bdrm bsmt suite, near schls/bus. $680 incl cable & hydro. NS/NP No lndry. 604-597-2636, 778-889-7644

RE: The Estate of Susumu Sakurai, also known as Susumu Ted Sakurai, also known as Ted Sakurai, also known as S. Sakurai, late of #124 - 16080 82nd Avenue, Surrey, in the Province of British Columbia, Retired, who died on the 30th day of May, 2013.

Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Susumu Sakurai, also known as Sasumu Ted Sakurai, also known as Ted Sakurai, also known as S. Sakurai are hereby notified under Section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executors, Thomas Shoichi Ouchi and Patricia Akiko Davies, c/o Nixon Wenger LLP, #301 - 2706 30th Avenue, Vernon, B.C., to the attention of Jonathan A. Jones, on or before the 22nd day of November, 2013, after which date the Executors will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard only to the claims of which the Executors then have notice.

SURREY: Queen Mary area. Cls to 88th & 130th, 1 & 2 bdrm bsmt suites in brand new home. N/P, N/S. (604)725-4521 West NEWTON. 2 bdrm bsmt suite, avail. now. $650/mo. N/S. N/P. No lndry. 604-805-2407

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847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

SUITES, UPPER

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 N. DELTA 3 bdrm upper, 1.5 baths, $1250/mo inc. utils. N/S, N/P. Cl to schools, shops, bus. (604)503-3461

1996 Blazer LT (4x4) One Owner. 180,000/kms $4250. Phone: 604-315-6713

Nr Kwantlen, 69/127A St. 4 bdrm, cov deck. 3 baths w/jacuzzi, $1550 +50% util. NP/NS. 604-590-4368 SURREY 148/114 Ave. Newer 1 bdrm upper. $600 incl utils/cble.

NS/NP. Avail now. 778-823-0106.

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TRUCKS & VANS

TOWNHOUSES

Surrey, CloverPark Gardens 2 bdrm 1.5 bath T/house, W/D, $1200/mo NS/NP 1 year lease. 778-578-4445, 604-715-1478

TRANSPORTATION 810

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NEWTON 2Bdr gr/flr in newer home $700/mo incl utils & cable. No lndry.

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STRAWBERRY HILLS, 12381-78 Ave. 1 bdrm. $550 incl hydro, lndry.

NS/NP. Nr all amens. Nov. 1st. Call 604-594-0883 or 604-418-0999.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: THE ESTATE OF LAURIE JANE TRYTKO, deceased, formerly of 6495 Claytonwood Grove, Surrey, B. C. V3S 8G3.

Creditors and others having claims against the estate of LAURIE JANE TRYTKO are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Administrator, DAVID ANDREW TRYTKO, c/o 141 Clovermeadow Crescent, Langley, B. C. V2Z 2R1, on or before November 27, 2013, after which date the Administrator will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Administrator then has notice.

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SURREY 148/84. 2bdrm grd lvl ste, Nr schl,bus,shops. No cable/laund.

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Surrey 2bdrm, coin laundry, nr school/bus/superstore,avail now, N/S N/P.604-543-6250, 604-762-1325 SURREY 2 bdrm suite. Nice & clean. Cls to all amenities. New flooring. Avail now. 604-599-5523.

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2005 ALTIMA - auto, 2.5S, 134K, Burgundy, new tires, all power, & keyless entry. No accidents. $6300/obo: (604)502-9912

SURREY 61/125A St. 2 Bdrm suite, big windows in the livingroom, laundry, soundproof,N/P. 604-501-4875.

SURREY, CHIMNEY HEIGHTS Spacious 3 bdrm, 2 full baths. N/P. Close to all amens, school & bus. $1050/mo utils incl. (604)593-1188 SURREY Chimney Hts. 14959-68A Spac 2bd, lam flr. $650 incl utils. No ldry, ns/np Avail now 604-760-5251 SURREY Fleetwood 156/80. Clean 1 bdrm gr/lvl suite with lrg fncd yrd, nr school/park/all amens. Avail Nov 1st. 604-575-3692, 604-219-7171 Surrey, FLEETWOOD. 156/89A Ave. 1 bdrm suite. Avail now N/S. N/P. $600 inc. utils. 604-588-9685 SURREY Fleetwood 164/86 3Bdrm bsmt suite, bright, full bath. $1000.

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SURREY Fleetwood. New Elegant 1Bdr bsmt suite in quiet area, avail immed. N/S. Pet neg. $650/mo incl utils/cbl/net. Call 604-454-4761.

SURREY: Newton 122/72. 1 bdrm.

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WITNESS NEEDED: If you witnessed a hit & run accident where a pedestrian was struck at 166th & 64th in Surrey on June 13, 2013 could you please call 604-3147154. Thank you.

On June 13, 2013, at the 14500 block of 72A Avenue, Surrey, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Surrey RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: a 1998 Dodge Caravan, BCL: 941PPL, VIN: 2B4GP45R9WR582233, on or about 13:32 Hours.

The subject property was seized because there was a warrant authorized by the court pursuant to the Criminal Code of Canada to seize evidence in respect of an offence (or offences) under section 355(b) of the Criminal Code of Canada and was therefore offencerelated property pursuant to section 2 (Definitions) of the Criminal Code of Canada.

Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2013-1737, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil

Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice.

A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published.

You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

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Gurpoonam Kaur Jatana & Harbans Jatana Kaur Kulwant is indebted to Silver Star Auto MB Inc. DBA Mercedes-Benz Surrey for repair’s on a 2000 Mercedes S500 VIN: WDBNG75J7YA050359 There is presently an amount due and owing of $2,953.84 plus any additional costs of storage, seizure and sale. Notice is hereby given that on the 12th day of November, 2013 or thereafter, the said vehicle will be sold.

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This week’s theme:

On February 19, 2013, on 104th Avenue near 144th Street, Surrey, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Surrey RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $1,395 CAD, on or about 11:50 Hours.

The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 354(1) (Possession of property obtained by crime) of the Criminal Code of Canada.

Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2013-1566, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute

is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice.

A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published.

You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

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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

Natural gas can be used in many rooms in your home, including the kitchen, living room and even outside.

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Fall in love with autumn decor trends There’s a lot to T be excited about when it comes to decorating for the season.

By Melissa Smalley 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

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.

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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

that it looks and feels like a home even though it sits on top of a parking structure beside a commercial building. With the landscaping, the green wall and the exterior finishes it feels like a home and yet still belongs in the environment with its commercial surroundings.�

Because of the regulations governing commercial sites, it took a year to get approval from the City of Vancouver, and the home had to match commercial fire codes due to its location. It was also built using steel construction in order to fit in with the city regulations, as wood framing is not allowed. The noise from the existing commercial space was one of the considerations when constructing the home, as well as the space

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

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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.

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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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If you prefer to leave it up to the experts, however, Surfside has a team of professional installers on hand to get the job done.

Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re just looking to add a splash of colour and style to your home, or you want to embark on a complete design renovation, seeking out the advice and expertise of a design professional will help save you time and stress and will ensure you have a finished product you will love.

Among the trends youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find for fall are brightly coloured accessories such as pillows, far left, and richly coloured textiles, left. Tribal motifs and metallics are also on-trend for fall, above.

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Getting your furnace ready for winter as the cold sets in

By Kerry Vital

Getting your furnace ready to keep you warm in the winter can be easy as replacing the filter, right, but you should also ensure that you have your system serviced annually to ensure no problems crop up when you are relying on the heat.

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“Most of the time you can flip a switch and it works,” says Greg Eldridge of Milani Plumbing Drainage and Heating.

“Beforehand you should change the filters, get it serviced and clean the ducts.”

It is always recommended to have your furnace checked out at least once a year. There’s nothing worse than coming home in the dead of winter to find that your furnace isn’t working, and regular maintenance can prevent that. Most of the time it’s a fairly straight-forward process and won’t take too long.

You can easily replace the filter yourself.

“You can get a filter at (hardware stores) and furnace stores,” says Eldridge. “Pull out the filter from the side and swap it.”

He recommends replacing the filter about three times a year, or four times a year if you have pets.

“You can buy a washable filter that will last forever,” 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.

“Also make sure the piping isn’t obstructed in any way,” he says. “And make sure that the floor and wall grills are clear because that can obstruct the air.”

In some cases, there’s no other option but to replace your furnace or other heating system. If you’re unsure as to whether that’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 you’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.

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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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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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Natural gas an energy-efficient option for the home “ from page.1 quality and evenness of cooking with a natural gas cooktop.”

Natural gas appliances can be found in many styles, including traditional free-standing ranges, built-in ranges, professional-looking cooktops and single or double wall ovens.

“It’s a more professional kind of cooking,” says Sarah Gallop of SGDI. It’s also faster. FortisBC notes that natural gas cooktops heat up instantly and provide precise temperature control. Natural gas ovens are naturally convection ovens, circulating air continuously around your food and ensuring that it cooks or bakes evenly.

But it’s not just the kitchen that can benefit from a natural gas makeover. Outdoor spaces and living areas are also tops on the list.

“Everybody likes an outdoor firepit now,” says Susanne Doise of Sensitive Design Inc. “You want to create an outdoor space that you can use for three seasons of the year.”

When it comes to that outdoor space, you have many more options than just the firepit. Doise says she’s recently designed entire outdoor kitchens, which can be easily connected to your home’s natural gas supply. She and Gallop also note the increase in people installing patio heaters so they don’t have to head inside as soon as it starts getting a bit chilly.

“It’s kind of like camping in your own backyard,” says Gallop. “You get the informality of outdoor space with the convenience of natural gas.”

And convenient it is. Natural gas is available at the push of a button, so you no longer need to wait for your fireplace or cooktop to heat up or worry about running out of propane for your outdoor barbecue.

It’s also more energy-efficient for space and water heating, saving you money on your heating bills.

FortisBC offers an online energy calculator that will help you compare the cost of fuel sources and their energy efficiency, demonstrating that natural gas is the most

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.

“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.

Natural gas is a convenient option for your home, whether you want to fuel a fireplace, below, or an outdoor firepit, top right.

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Mark Timmer and his wife Tina learned a lot from their time living in Japan. When they returned home, they knew they needed to re-evaluate their priorities when it came to energy efficiency. With the help of the LiveSmart BC program, a partnership between BC Hydro Power Smart, FortisBC and the Province of British Columbia, the Timmers have been able to take advantage of valuable rebates to homeowners.

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Mark Timmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wife, Tina, is of Japanese descent, but until a couple of years ago, their four children had only experienced life in Canada.

To make sure they got to know their Japanese heritage, the Timmers sold their house in Victoria in 2009, Timmer took a self-funded year away from his job, and the whole family moved into a rented house in Yokohama.

That year proved to be educational in more ways than Timmer expected. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our monthly electricity bills were huge in Japan,â&#x20AC;? he says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;nor were they low in our old house in Canada. When we returned in 2010, we knew we needed to re-evaluate our priorities. We rented for a year while we looked for a house to buy. Location was important, and size â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we have four kids! â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but just as important, we wanted energy efficiency.â&#x20AC;?

What Timmer eventually found was a 2,700-square-foot bungalow from 1958, walking distance to great schools and shopping. But he was going to have to do a lot of work to make it energy-efficient. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The incentives available through the LiveSmart BC program were a really important consideration in deciding to do the work,â&#x20AC;? says Timmer.

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In all, Timmer received $1,050 from LiveSmart BC for completing a range of energy-efficiency upgrades to his home, including extensive air sealing around windows, doors and electrical outlets and improvements to attic and roof insulation.

An assessment of Timmerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s home before he did the upgrades gave him an EnerGuide 69 rating; that rose to EnerGuide 81 after the work was complete. EnerGuide was established by Natural Resources Canada; any rating over 80 means that a home is extremely energy-efficient and will use up to 30 per cent less energy on heating and electricity than an average home. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our monthly energy bill is now just $101 a month,â&#x20AC;? boasts Timmer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It took work, but the house is really comfortable now. I also think that, in future, the EnerGuide 81 rating will help us sell the house more quickly.â&#x20AC;?

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