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No jail time for former Surrey planner Kevin Diakiw and Sheila Reynolds Black Press

A former City of Surrey planner has been sentenced to house arrest instead of jail, against the wishes of both the Crown prosecutor and his own attorney. Both Crown and defence lawyers had recommended prison time for former longtime city planner Akonyu Akolo, ranging from three to 15 months, for trying to solicit money from a developer.

On Friday afternoon in Surrey Provincial Court, Akolo was given a 15-month conditional sentence to be served in the community. The first nine months he is under house arrest – only allowed to leave his home for things such as medical appointments – while the last six months he will have a curfew from 1 p.m. to 6 a.m. He must also complete 50 hours of community service. Crown prosecutor Kevin Marks had

asked the court to sentence Akolo to 15 months in prison. Defence lawyer Jennifer Currie suggested three to four months of jail time, arguing that while a lengthier sentence of nine to 12 months of community service was an option, the defendant needed to work and provide for his family and a job was awaiting him in Africa. In delivering his sentence Friday,

Judge Michael Hicks said a short jail term would not serve as enough of a deterrence. Such crimes, Hicks said, are “difficult to detect… and must be denounced in the strongest terms.” Akolo, who oversaw development plans for South Surrey, pleaded guilty to breach of trust by a public officer last September. i see page 2

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Attendees (from left) Cassidy Patton, 16, Kathryn Morse, 13, and Sarah Morse, 16, take part in a candlelight vigil at Holland Park for Julie Paskall.

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A candlelight vigil was held in North Surrey Saturday in memory of slain hockey mom Julie Paskall. Hundreds of people – including several Surrey Minor Hockey teams – attended the event at Holland Park. Julie was a “great mom, first and foremost,” said her husband, Al, following two minutes of silence. “Her greatest attribute

was her ability to take care of others.” At 9:30 p.m. on Dec. 29, 53-year-old Julie Paskall was waiting to pick up her 16-year-old son who was volunteering as a referee at a tournament near the Newton Arena at 7120 136B St. The longtime timekeeper with Surrey Minor Hockey was in the parking lot when an unknown assailant clubbed her in the head and beat her with a blunt object. She died on Dec. 31.

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Police believe the killer may be the same person who attacked a woman getting off a bus at the Newton exchange on Dec. 16. The Surrey RCMP did not issue a news release about that attack at the time because they didn’t believe it was severe enough or that it represented a trend. Paskall’s murder reignited debate about safety in Newton and prompted residents to take action. i see page 2

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If they haven’t already, White Rock residents will soon start to see the financial impact of plans to upgrade the city’s water system. Epcor spokesman Tim LeRiche said Friday that bills bearing the interim water rates – which are climbing by an estimated 21 per cent over 2013 – should be arriving in customers’ mailboxes at anytime. To the average homeowner, it’s a boost of $5.77 per month, to $25.29. LeRiche acknowledged the increase is dramatically higher than that of previous years – for example, rates rose by 14 cents per month in 2011 and $0.72 per month in 2013. But if Epcor’s rate application to the B.C. comptroller of water rights is approved, the bills will increase by about the same rate every year through 2017. That means the average homeowner will be paying more than double what they were last year by the end of the term. “We acknowledge that there’s an impact to consumers and in fact, we spoke about that in our communications with the community, including the open house (on the Total Water Quality Management Program),” LeRiche said. i see page 8

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Akolo sought shorter jail term i from page 1 He was fired in 2010 and criminally charged the following year after a developer reported his conduct to the city and police. The court heard Akolo, now 48, offered to take $30,000 for what he called “professional consulting services” from the developer, in exchange for not cashing two cheques worth $65,000 in fees to the city. Akolo claimed he had forgotten about the cheques after placing them in a drawer and travelling to Uganda to tend to his dying sister. He said he didn’t deposit them later, after the development was approved, because he feared for his job if his mistake was noticed. Hicks called Akolo’s actions an “exercise of

remarkably poor judgment” in an otherwise clear history. He has no prior criminal record. Akolo had worked for the city for 17 years. He originally faced five charges – bribing an agent, corrupt municipal official, breach of trust by a public officer, giving false account to deceive principal and fraudulent concealment. The City of Surrey also has a civil lawsuit against Akolo over missing funds. In a suit filed in April 2010, the city claimed unnamed developers acted in conspiracy with Akolo to bilk the city out of various development fees. The city also accused Akolo of using the funds he took to help purchase his home in North Delta. Those allegations have yet to be proven in court.

New laws ‘not the answer’ i from page 1 The Newton Community Association organized a forum for concerned residents after the killing, where people called for several measures, including more foot and bike police patrols; enhanced community policing; better communication with city workers

and private companies; and closed-circuit surveillance cameras. “We don’t need to change the laws, we don’t need to change the courts,” Al Paskall said at Saturday’s vigil. “We need to change ourselves. We’ve let ourselves get away from the community and taking care of each other.”

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Regulatory body examines complaints against former White Rock businesswoman

Mutual-fund group reviews transactions Tracy Holmes Staff Reporter

Allegations that a former White Rock businesswoman engaged in inappropriate securities-related conduct are being investigated by the Mutual Fund Dealers Association of Canada. According to a news release issued by the MFDA last month, a date for a hearing into the merits of the case against Penny Diann Deming is to be set today (Tuesday), during a teleconference before a panel of the association’s Pacific Regional Council. Deming is the founder of SHE Financial Group Inc. According to a notice of hearing issued Nov. 26, Deming is alleged to have sold $100,000 worth of shares in her com-

pany to two individuals – identified only as “AW” and “MM” – while she was a registered mutual-fund salesperson with Worldsource Financial Management Inc. The sales were contrary to MFDA’s standard of conduct and in contravention of MFDA conflict-ofinterest guidelines, the notice states. The MFDA regulates the operations, standards of practice and business conduct of Canadian mutual-fund dealers. The activities in question allegedly took place between May 2010 and November 2011. The two people who bought the shares have “no reasonable prospect of… recovering the principal amounts of their respective investments in SHE Financial,” the notice states. South Surrey resident Marcie Munro told

Peace Arch News she is the “MM” material times carried on business noted in the MFDA documents, in White Rock. It further states that and that she filed the complaint that her licence to sell insurance in B.C. started the association’s investigation. was terminated on June 1, 2012, and By going public with her story, that she is not currently registered or Munro said she hopes other women licensed in any capacity in the Canawho have had the same or a similar dian securities or insurance indusexperience will come forward. tries, and that she filed for personal “I feel I must do my due diligence bankruptcy on May 31, 2012, and and be the example,” Munro said. “I now works and resides in Mexico. Penny Deming just want women to be in the know The allegations have not been and be really wary and savvy.” proven in court. Deming had 20 Munro said that while she feels embarrassed, days from Nov. 26 to respond to the notice she feels “vindicated” by the investigation. of hearing. As of Jan. 20, no reply had been The notice of hearing notes that Dem- posted to the MFDA’s website. ing was registered in B.C. with Worldsource PAN’s attempts to contact Deming have from Sept. 9, 2009 to June 5, 2012, and at all been unsuccessful.

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David Hutchinson – assisted by advocate Joy Davies – prepares to tell White Rock council about marijuana’s impact on his late daughter, Beth.

Provincial program urged, as federal plans upset medical-marijuana advocates

Support sought for medical cannabis Tracy Holmes Staff Reporter

David Hutchinson knows well the benefits of medical marijuana; he saw the difference it made to his daughter, Beth, during her struggle with brain cancer. Beth “got great benefits from medical cannabis, and we extended her life,” Hutchinson told White Rock council last week. Beth died on Oct. 25 at the age of 20. Less than four years before that, Hutchinson’s wife, Kay, succumbed to the same disease. Hutchinson, a South Surrey resident, shared the heart-wrenching details in an appeal for council’s support of an effort to convince the B.C. government to strike a task force to “set parameters for a provincial medical-cannabis program.” The move is part of ongoing opposition to new federal regulations around medical-marijuana grow-ops that are slated to kick in April 1. They are to shift the medicinal-marijuana program to a system of regulated commercial growers who will supply authorized users; at the same time, all current licences to possess or produce pot will expire. Opponents – including Hutchinson and White

Rock resident Joy Davies, who later thanked council for hearing the appeal – argue the changes will harm those who rely on the drug, by restricting its availability and raising prices. Representing the advocacy group, Canadian Medical Cannabis Partners, Hutchinson outlined steps taken in recent years that show support for a made-in-B.C. program. Those include municipalities’ endorsement of decentralization of the program in both 2010 and 2011. Hutchinson noted the BC Liberal party promised in 2013 to continue to consult on the matter, however, “municipalities and patients have not been consulted to date.” White Rock has more than 50 registered medical-marijuana patients and many unregistered, Hutchinson said. He predicted that number will be well into the hundreds by 2020, when the total Canada-wide is expected to hit 500,000. “This issue is not going away,” he said. Hutchinson asked council to engage with local patients and advocates on the issue, and to engage with the province. Last month, during a public meeting on proposed zoning for commercial operations, Davies asked White Rock officials to focus their efforts instead on lobbying for provincial change. She,

too, noted that those who will be harmed by the new regulations have never been consulted. Davies told Peace Arch News in an email Saturday that the appeal to municipal councils is “a last attempt to get the provincial government’s attention.” “We are beside ourselves in trying to figure out what else to do,” Davies writes. “We have been trying to ask government to ‘bridge the disconnect’ between legitimate patients and organized crime, but government is not listening.” On the suggestion of Mayor Wayne Baldwin last week, council voted to receive the information and refer the request to staff. A report is expected back in February. This week, the Liberal Party of Canada in South Surrey-White Rock-Cloverdale is set to host a town-hall meeting on the issues surrounding legalization of marijuana. Set for Thursday, 7:30 p.m., at Sunnyside Hall (1845 154 St.), it is touted as an opportunity “to have a discussion in our community about all that’s involved with the regulated legalization of marijuana… to have an informed and critical conversation about how to legalize, regulate and tax the production, distribution and use of marijuana.” Doors open at 7 p.m.

A man arrested one year ago in connection with a cache of chemicals found in White Rock remains in custody despite an effort last summer to have him released on grounds of unreasonable delay. According to a ruling handed down in August – but only posted online last month – Justice Anthony Saunders found that while the delay in proceedings against Hamish Norman Sutherland “is perhaps right at the outer edge of what is considered to be reasonable given the right to a speedy trial, and given the presumption of innocence, there has not been unreasonable delay in these circumstances.” Sutherland, 35, has been in custody since his arrest last Jan. 24. He was charged after a tip about chemicals that may pose “a significant risk to public safety” led police to a third-floor apartment in the 15100block of Prospect Avenue. He pleaded not guilty to the charges – which include making or possessing explosives – in June, and a 10-day trial is set for next month. In finding Sutherland’s pretrial detention not unreasonable, Saunders notes he focused on the period from the accused’s June bail hearing until his pending trial. The bail hearing was postponed at least five times before June, due to his lawyer’s involvement defending Karl Lilgert against charges in connection with the March 2006 sinking of the Queen of the North. Saunders acknowledges the subsequent delay is “unusual,” and said it must be considered in light of the presumption of innocence and the right to a speedy trial. “However, given the complexity of the issues and the necessity of a 10-day trial here, while I find that the detention… was lengthy, I find that it is not inordinate or unreasonable to the extent that the delay has unreasonably impacted Mr. Sutherland’s rights throughout.”

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The charred remains of a home at 6832 134 St. in Newton following an overnight fire Thursday.

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Two fires in Newton occurred on two consecutive days at 1 a.m., however, police do not believe the two are linked. On Thursday, Jan. 16 at 1 a.m., an abandoned home at 6832 134 St. in Newton caught fire.

Police say the home is known to them for drug activity and that the previous tenants had been evicted. Then, on Friday at 1 a.m., a home near 143 Street and 82 Avenue, less than four kilometers away from the previous blaze, caught fire.

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Parking pilot not renewed White Rock residents who purchase annual parking passes have until Feb. 1 to renew their 2013 decals before bylaw officers start ticketing vehicles with expired passes. But off-season nonresident passes are not available this year, due to a lack of interest in last winter’s pilot program, city manager Dan Bottrill confirmed. The passes were offered for 2012-’13 offseason (Nov. 1-April 30). The program needed to generate $45,000 to be viable – the equivalent of selling 250-260 of the $175-passes. Council learned in July that only eight decals had been sold, generating $1,400. “There wasn’t a lot of uptake on that project,” Bottrill said last week. Residents’ decals for 2014 are available at four city facilities: city hall, White Rock Community Centre, Centennial Arena and Kent Street Activity Centre. – Tracy Holmes

Residents of that home were away on holidays, and no one was hurt. Police say both fires are considered suspicious, but investigators do not believe they are linked in any way. Both remain under investigation.

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here has been a lot of concern of late about so-called “double-dipping” – politicians continuing in municipal office after being elected as MLAs. Evidently the issue has been a wakeup call for some, even though this particular batch of coffee has been brewing since before last May’s provincial elections. As if low voter-turnout were not enough of a concern, are we to believe voters were asleep when they elected local council members to provincial seats? And is it really in our best interest to overturn election results? The electorate in each riding must surely have been aware of whom they were voting for, and what their current office was. They should also have known that serving on council is not supposed to be a full-time job, and most mayors and councillors can be reasonably expected to have other occupations. The time to ask questions about what these sitting council members would do if elected to the legislature was, clearly, during the election campaign. Now, if we disagree with double-office – if we think it prevents adequate representation – it’s our job to lobby for changes to the system. But it seems unfair to suggest, as the provincial NDP are doing now, that municipal politicians turned BC Liberal MLAs are, by definition, “double-dipping.” While Surrey-Panorama MLA Marvin Hunt remained on Surrey council – saving the city an estimated $600,000 in byelection costs – he has not taken any pay for his municipal duties since May. Neither has Langley City Mayor Peter Fassbender, who went on a civic leave of absence to serve as Surrey-Fleetwood MLA, or Pitt Meadows Coun. Doug Bing, elected as Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows MLA. While the effectiveness of double-office is debatable, does it really qualify as double-dipping if the politicians are not being doubly rewarded? In one case alone – that of West VancouverSea to Sky MLA Jordan Sturdy – the individual was drawing provincial pay and $25,000 annually as Pemberton mayor. Sturdy defended that as separate reimbursement for separate jobs – but ultimately resigned his mayoral seat this month. The NDP says such MLAs should have followed BC Liberal Premier Christy Clark’s post-election suggestion that those in municipal positions take unpaid leaves of absence until January, when they could resign without triggering byelections. While it’s novel to find New Democrats in agreement with Clark about anything, it’s hard not to find something disingenuous in the current attempt to smear all BC Liberals serving in two capacities.

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international news. eil Young’s anti-oilsands concert Retired professor David Schindler tour was the perfect distillation of the American enviro-assault on its toured with Young and continued to push dependent northern neighbour that’s been the health scare, referring darkly to newer research showing increased going on for a decade or more. mercury and PAH (polycyclic After touring Fort McMurray in Tom Fletcher aromatic hydrocarbon) his electric car with actor-turnedcontamination. protester Daryl Hannah, the When you peel back the 68-year-old Young covered all the propaganda and journalistic big propaganda hits and added hype, these studies mainly reveal his own fantasy facts. that such toxins are on the rise, It looks like a war zone up but are found in much higher there! Hiroshima! If it keeps concentrations around large going it will be like the Moon! cities where fuel is consumed. There’s no reclamation! Tarsands The cancer claims were then oil is all going to China, and debunked by a Royal Society of that’s why their air is so bad! Canada expert panel in 2010. All of those statements are false. This cancer scare is the most And then Young dropped his damaging and dishonest part own nuclear bomb, claiming cancer rates in Fort Chipewyan are 30 of the selective attack on Alberta. The per cent higher than, well, somewhere oil industry, politicians and most of the else. Chief Allan Adam of the Athabasca media seem unwilling to examine it Chipewyan First Nation has cited a critically. discredited study by former community Climate scientist-turned-politician doctor John O’Connor to press the same Andrew Weaver was at Young’s Toronto claim. news conference. He says there were no The College of Physicians and questions for him, Adam or Young’s other Surgeons of Alberta reviewed O’Connor’s validator, David Suzuki, who previously claims in 2009. It concluded that “Dr. worked with Schindler on a slanted O’Connor made a number of inaccurate oilsands documentary for the CBC. or untruthful claims” about cancer Weaver calculates that Young’s claim patients, and then refused to provide about greenhouse gas emissions is patient information after his claims made substantially correct, if you include

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emissions from the finished fuels. Weaver refused any comment on cancer claims. Young included the obligatory sneering comparison between Stephen Harper and George W. Bush, which is another sign he’s lived in California too long. He seemed unaware that the NDP’s Thomas Mulcair and Liberal leader Justin Trudeau support continued oilsands development. As for moonscapes, Young could have driven his famous electric Lincoln from his Redwood City mansion on a hill to nearby Bakersfield, to view the greasy expanses of closely packed pumpjacks reaching to the horizon, still expanding due to hydraulic fracturing. Young could have visited North Dakota, where the second shale oil train explosion luckily didn’t kill anyone. It seems there will be no remake of Young’s classic Kent State lament dedicated to 47 Dead in Old Quebec. That’s American oil, so no protests. Chief Adam was frank in an interview on CTV about using the “Honour the Treaties” tour to strengthen his legal position. Young’s concert tour put $75,000 in his fund to pay lawyers. Oil isn’t the only thing being extracted here. By the end of the tour Sunday, Young and Adam conceded they weren’t trying to shut the Athabasca oilsands down, just start a dialogue. Thanks to uncritical media coverage, there will no doubt be discussions at dinner tables and in classrooms all over the world about the terrible Alberta tarsands and the cancer they don’t actually cause. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. tfletcher@blackpress.ca The Peace Arch News is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent within 45 days to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby Street, Nanaimo, B.C., V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org

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Therefore, 600-plus cars will be using our current roads, not upgraded ones. Kristen Smith, Surrey

Editor: Re: Hunt’s silence comes under attack, Jan. 14. I find it totally abhorrent that Surrey-Whalley MLA Bruce Ralston should use the exceedingly tragic death of Julie Paskall to attack another MLA – and, for that matter, that Peace Arch News should print his remarks. The matter is wholly apolitical. I am sure that Hunt is as saddened by the event as we all are. Charles Shargool, Surrey

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Delay might be disastrous Editor: Re: Train-trestle replacement still awaits, Jan. 16. Interesting how pretty much every time there is a story in the news about replacement of the Little Campbell River bridge in South Surrey, the same comment appears: “BNSF is still negotiating with the Semiahmoo First Nation for access.” As the story states, this bridge has been earmarked for replacement since 2011. What seems to be the problem with the Semiahmoo band? Are they going to continue to hold this project up until the bridge fails and there is a disaster? Surely they are aware of the danger if the bridge were to collapse under the weight of a freight train loaded with dangerous goods? And why does band councillor Joanne Charles not respond to Peace Arch News’ request for comment? Continuing delays in undertaking the necessary repairs are putting at risk the band’s people and property but also those of White Rock and South Surrey, to say nothing of the environmental harm that would ensue from such a disaster. It’s time to stop stalling and get on with the repairs. Don Campbell, Surrey

Existing roads won’t be eased Editor: Re: Towers vote pushed back, Jan. 9. The proponents claim that the development would improve traffic through extension of existing roads. Just which roads are they speaking of? The only road that will be completed with the development is 152A. This road will only be on the lot for now. It will be where the trees are currently and run in an L shape to the loading bay on the south side of the lot. The extension of 152A Street to 16 Avenue and the widening of 152 Street “will be completed as part of future development and therefore there is no set time frame,” according to the city.

Editor: A lot has been said and written lately about problems of commuting, public transit, traffic congestion and road construction, but all of this discussion has focused on symptoms of the problem – not its cause. If people could live close to their workplace, commuting difficulties would be significantly lessened. In the days when workplaces were

dirty, noisy and smelly, it made sense to keep them apart from residences. But things are different now, thanks to electronic ways of doing business. Yet zoning still separates homes from offices. Surrey has recently established residential communities in Douglas and along Zero Avenue, where there is no opportunity for work and no public transport, and set warehouses out on 192 Street where there are few houses and a minimum of transit service. While it may well be impossible to correct past mistakes, it’s hard to accept that we’re repeating them. Is it beyond the wit of planners and developers to get at the root of our problem, to address the cause so as not to exacerbate the symptoms? R.M. Strang, Surrey

Douse coal concerns Editor: Most concerns over transportation of thermal coal through the Lower Mainland – if I understand correctly – is dust pollution. So why don’t we consider eliminating that problem by covering the rail cars similar to many gravel/ sand trucks, or install a water spray at East Beach activated by the trains. As long as countries such as China require this coal – if we don’t supply it, many other countries will. We should stop acting like the world’s enviro-cop and benefit from these exports. We need the money! Stephen McKeever, White Rock

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From Dennis Lypka’s 11th-floor balcony, he and neighbour Louisa Bomben survey the site of a planned care tower.

More to lose than new care beds Editor: Re: Architect fears loss of beds, January 9. We are not surprised by architect Mark Ankenman’s statement that if the proposal for a 101.7-foot tall, “L” shaped, eight-storey, 199-unit residential-care building squeezed onto the existing parking lot at 1550 Oxford St. does not get approved, he fears “these beds will be lost to White Rock.” It may sound odd that a Surrey resident should express such a seemingly heartfelt concern for White Rock, but after all, should this project not go ahead, Ankenman’s firm could stand to lose thousands of dollars in development and management fees. But what surprises us is what Ankenman does not say. Ankenman does not say that as 107 beds of the 199-bed proposal are already there, had he and his clients, the Baptist Evergreen Care Society, chosen to pursue a plan for construction of the 92 new care beds awarded last October by contract from Fraser Health, Evergreen would have had a much smoother ride from the community. Ankenman does not say that, instead, he and his clients chose to seek aggressive “spot re-zoning” and use the economic opportunity presented through the 92-new-bed contract to try to build a “mega-building” of 199 units, while leaving the old 107-unit structure in place for at least nine months following construction. Ankenman does not say that not only does this approach preserve the revenue generated each month, it generates significant construction cost savings. Ankenman does not say the plan includes removal of 22 mature “protected trees” from a site that is in a

designated “significant stand of trees” area. Ankenman does not say that the plan would have all Evergreen residents, employees, visitors and construction workers park their vehicles on Oxford Street, on Everall Street, at Centennial Arena or wherever else people could find to park during the two years when no on-site parking would be available. Ankenman does not say that the massive project has been pushed through the approval process with the contention that no official-community-plan amendment is required, no matter how the project would change the density and OCP-permitted uses of the property and blemish the landscape of the parklike setting with a utilitarian, hospital-like institutional structure. Ankenman does say in the article that “a majority” of neighbouring Belaire units would not be affected by the existence of the towers 20 feet from the Belaire property line. In fact, at least 20 of the 48 Belaire units will be directly visually affected by the presence of these tall, massive twin towers, if they are approved. Ankenman has said the developer is now “willing to reopen that discussion” when it comes to considering alternative plans. No doubt, Ankenman is fearful his maneuverings through the complexities of White Rock’s approval processes will not result in his usual successes. Wipe away those crocodile tears about this possible loss of beds to White Rock should your current project not get approved, Mr. Architect. We are sure there will be many opportunities down the road to keep your revenue stream strong and flowing back to your offices in Surrey. Dennis Lypka, Belaire strata president, White Rock

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A flurry of media stories about a $4.5-million expansion to the South Surrey Park-and-Ride lot, which has gone virtually unused since pay parking was introduced, will have no effect on current policy, a TransLink spokesperson said. “We are not considering changes at this time,” Sany Zein told told Peace Arch News last week. The director of infrastructure management and engineering said usage of the bus loop’s lot – at King George Boulevard and Highway 99 – is being monitored, and suggested public demand will eventually overtake initial resistance to the $2 parking fee. “(We’re) taking into consideration the fact that usage patterns take some

time to settle down after the introduction of pay parking,” Zein said. “As pay parking has only been in effect for a short time, it is still too early to identify trends.” The provincial government picked up the tab for the expansion of the park-and-ride – maintained and operated by TransLink – which opened in November. The parking fee was introduced at the same time and, since then, the lot’s pay stations have been stolen at least three times, the lots have been largely empty and neighbours have complained of an increase of parking on nearby residential streets. Zein said pay parking is policy for all of the TransLink-managed parkand-rides, and is intended to recover operational costs of the facilities.

Conservation ‘penalized’ i from page 1 “That Total Water Quality Management Program is by far the largest part of what is in this rate application.” The $11-12 million project received the green light from the deputy comptroller last June. It includes work that was mandated by Fraser Health following an August 2010 boil-water advisory that was triggered by coliform bacteria contamination. Epcor officials told council a year ago, during a presentation on the TWQM program, that costs of the upgrades will “absolutely” be recovered. A notice on Epcor’s website states the rates “reflect the full cost” of the project by the end of 2017. LeRiche said steps were taken to soften the hit. “We tried to smooth it out over the four years, so that there wasn’t one big wallop,” he said. He noted that even at the end of the rate period, White Rock’s base rates “will still be less than flat rates in Vancouver, Surrey and Richmond.” Other factors cited in the proposed rate increase were inflation and declining consumption. Minutes of a Nov. 26 meeting between the City of White Rock and Epcor officials suggest the latter point struck a chord. “It is ironic that conservation has been successful and people are being penalized with higher rates because of it,” states the unnamed commenter. LeRiche explained it is a result of less water being used by fewer consumers, meaning costs must be shared by fewer people. “The fact is that the infrastructure that brings that water to them still has to be paid for,” he said. Epcor applied last month to raise the rates. Anyone wishing to comment on the application has until Feb. 28 to

forward those comments – with a copy to Epcor – to Rick Couroux, the secretary to the deputy comptroller of water rights. He can be reached by email at Rick.Couroux@gov.bc.ca For more information, visit www. epcor.com

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Surrey Board of Education Invites public input to its 2014/2015 Operating Budget The Surrey Board of Education invites your submissions regarding program and service priorities as the board considers its 2014/2015 operating budget. Each year, the board works to sustain priority programs and services to support students across the district. As was true in past budget planning cycles, district needs outpace the funds the board will receive from provincial government grants. This means there are difficult choices to be made in order to achieve the balanced budget required by law and ensure student needs are met in the best way. In coming weeks, the Board will meet with employee groups and community stakeholders, including the District Parent Advisory Committee, to share details of the budget challenge and to obtain input. Other community members are welcome to submit ideas, questions and suggestions regarding board priorities, and potential budget reduction ideas by writing to: Mr. Wayne Noye, Secretary-Treasurer School District No.36 (Surrey) 14033 92nd Avenue, Surrey, BC V3V 0B7 Telephone: (604) 596-7333 Fax: (604) 595-6307 or Email: budget@surreyschools.ca Written submissions should be received no later than 4 p.m. on Friday, February 28, 2014. For additional information and background, various district and financial reports are available at www.surreyschools.ca.

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Police shooting A man is dead after being shot by police in North Surrey Friday. Surrey RCMP officers were called to a residence to “check on the welfare of an adult male,” according to a news release issued by the recently formed Independent Investigations Office (IIO). Some time after arriving at 11800block of 98A Avenue, an officer shot the man, identified as Gaetan Gilbert Plante, 61, and the IIO was called at 10:15 p.m. to investigate. Plante later died in hospital. Additional details were not known at Peace Arch News press time Monday.

Break-ins Businesses in the Cloverdale area are being warned to be vigilant against thieves in the wake of several recent break-and-enters. In the early hours of Jan. 9, the front door of a business in the 17600block of 64 Avenue was smashed in, allowing thieves to gain entry into the business. At around 6 a.m. the day before, thieves breached an external door at the recycling depot on 55 Avenue, gaining entry through a wall. There was also a break and enter at Clover Station Liquor Store at 58A Avenue and 176 Street. Glass and safety bars were cut from the parking lot side of the building. Any suspicious activity should be reported to Staff Sgt. Martin Blain, Surrey South Zone Commander of the Surrey RCMP at 604502-6275.

Machete attack A group of people attacked a man with a machete in Newton Monday morning, sending him to hospital

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Investigators attend a fatal police shooting. with several deep lacerations to his upper body. At about 1:05 a.m., Surrey RCMP received several calls from the area of 141 Street and 75A Avenue that four to five people were striking a lone man with what was described as a machete. The 25-year-old victim suffered slashes to his body caused by an “edged weapon,” according to police. Later that day, he was in hospital in stable condition. Police say at least one of the attackers was known to the victim and that the attack was planned ahead of time. Witnesses described seeing the suspects flee in a silver or grey van.

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ore than 50 years ago, a local church group published a book of recipes dedicated to the modern home, and, by extension, the modern homemaker. Personal Recipes: Cloverdale B.C., was compiled by the Evening Women’s Association of Cloverdale United Church. It was part fundraiser and part outreach – a lifeline in the kitchen when so many meals were prepared at home. Trusted recipes were passed down, new ones eagerly swapped and shared. “Of course, nowadays, they just go to Google,” quips former executive member and past treasurer Barbara Atchison, one of the project sponsors at the helm, who still lives in Cloverdale where she remains an active member of the church. “We needed to earn some money, and we thought that might be a good way to do it,” says Atchison. The book offered practical advice on home meal preparation, covering everything from cooking terms and roasting times to appetizers, meals and desserts. “In our home today, as always, life is centred around our kitchens,” reads the introduction of the book, conveniently spiral-bound to lie flat on the kitchen counter top, within easy reading range of the cook. “It is with this thought in mind that we, the sponsors, have compiled these recipes. Some of them are treasured old family recipes. Some are brand new, but every single one reflects the love of good cooking that is so very strong in this country of ours.” In the late 1950s, Cloverdale was hardly a remote outpost far from modern conveniences like a wellstocked grocery store, Atchison says. But many of the labour and time-saving shortcuts we now rely on, from frozen dinners to microwaves, had yet to percolate into the average suburban kitchen.

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Barbara Atchinson holds up a copy of the decades-old book. Top right, the cookbook was a solid seller. “There just wasn’t the selection of prepared foods in the grocery aisle to buy,” she says. Home economists advised planning the week’s meals in advance, and to shop accordingly. Now in her 80s, Atchison, who has MS, doesn’t spend much time in the kitchen anymore. And her Bethshan Gardens apartment isn’t equipped with a stove. But her copy of Personal Recipes remains close at hand. It’s kept in a large Zip-lock baggie to keep the pages together – the plastic coil spine broke to pieces long ago. As with any cookbook that stands the test of time, the pages are curled and favourite recipes are smeared with grease and stains. She’s proud to have helped create something that lived on in the kitchens of Cloverdale for decades. “Yes,” she admits with a laugh. “People keep those sort of things.” The Evening Women’s Association was an auxiliary of the church.

There was a daytime W.A., too, led by Gladys Stewart, whose pastry recipe is still used by church members to bake the hundreds of blueberry and apple pies that are sold to the community each year and remain an important fundraising tool for church projects. “In most cases we either had young children or we were working, and of course, couldn’t go in the daytime, so we went to the evening group,” says Atchison, who kept her job at the Royal Bank even after getting married, making her the first woman in Cloverdale to do so. “I was told that I was the first woman in Cloverdale that continued to work after I was married. I’ve been told that. At that time, they’d think, ‘Oh, a married woman, she won’t be dependable. When, in fact, they’re more dependable.’” The Evening Women’s

Association realized a Cloverdale United Church cookbook would be a solid seller. There were recipes for preserves, relishes, appetizers, casseroles, cakes, breads, meat, fish and poultry. They have fun names like Lazy Housewife Pickles, Never Fail Fudge and Tomato Soup Cake. Atchison, who would later run a sporting goods store with her husband, provided several recipes of her own, including Nine Day Sweet Pickles, which takes a full nine days to prepare. She marvels at the time that once went into home cooking and preserving, and can’t imagine anyone putting in that much effort today. “No, we want instant gratification.” The book also includes recipes for pies, pastries and cakes – lots of cakes – a reflection of a different era’s tastes and habits. “I think we’re a lot more health conscious (now). We don’t bake a

cake and eat it all in two days.” The submissions were mailed off to North American Press in Kansas City, MI, which organized and typeset the book. A copy has since found its way to the Surrey Archives, where staff think the book was published in the early 1960s, but Atchison disagrees; she says the two women’s associations were amalgamated in 1962, therefore, “It had to be (published) in the late 50s.” Contributors’ names were included with their recipe – though it’s interesting to note married women were identified with the honorific, “Mrs.,” while single women are credited with just their given and last names. Atchison muses not as many younger women are joining the women’s church group as once did. “They’re all working in far more higher intensity jobs, with more responsibility. And their families keep them running to sports somewhere.” These days, Cloverdale United Church remains focused on community, with a strong emphasis on baking delicious, homemade fruit pies that are made in large groups, necessitating baking bees where dozens of pies are made in batches. Atchison remains involved, purchasing ingredients and watching for bargains on fruit, but she misses the action in the kitchen. “(It’s) the fellowship of doing anything with your hands where your mouth can just go!”

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demonstrated why they are ranked second among Senior AAAA teams in B.C. Their The Tamanawis Wildcats came up short a 42-point win over Fleetwood Park in the year ago, losing the championship game of final was their lowest margin of victory in the Surrey RCMP Classic. the tournament. It was a loss still on their mind Saturday In their championship run, Tamanawis night, when they took to the floor at Enver defeated the Princess Margaret Lions 97-44 Creek Secondary against the Fleetwood Park on Tuesday, humbled the Queen Elizabeth Dragons. Ninety minutes later, the Wildcats Royals 111-30 on Wednesday, then stopped completed a dominant run through the the Lord Tweedsmuir Panthers 95-52 in competition at the 23rd annual all-Surrey Friday night’s semifinal game. high school basketball tournament with an “They definitely had a chip on their 88-46 victory in the final game. shoulder and they proved their the class “I think we came out with a lot of energy, team of the tournament,” said Fleetwood it meant a lot to the guys after Park head coach Nick Day. losing in the final last year,” said “Placing second out of 23 teams ❝They took it Tamanawis head coach Mike hard last year and isn’t bad but we wanted to make it McKay, referring to an 89-70 wanted to come more of a game and we fell just a loss to the White Rock Christian short.” out and make up bitFor Academy Warriors. “They took it Tamanawis, it was their for it.❞ hard last year and wanted to come second RCMP Classic title in out and make up for it.” three seasons, while for the Mike McKay The Wildcats were successful at Tamanawis coach Dragons it was their fifth loss in both ends of the court through the as many trips to the the final. opening 20 minutes, frustrating “We’ve been to the final five times and the Dragons offense while building an early we’ve been pounded every time, so what do 30-point lead. you do?” asked Day. “It was WRCA four Akash Grewal started the scoring with a times and now these guys. It’s disappointing, three-point shot to give the Dragons their but they’re a very good team.” only lead of the game at 3-0 just seconds The Dragons won’t see the Wildcats again in. His second trey minutes later cut a this season, as Fleetwood Park is one of the Tamanawis lead to 8-6, but it was the only top-ranked Senior AAA teams in B.C. points the Dragons could score in the “We start three Grade 11 (players) so we’re opening quarter. a young team,” said Day. “They have their By the time Fleetwood Park had their first sights on competing for a 4A title, we have two-point bucket of the game it was early in our sights set on competing for a 3A title. So the second quarter when the Wildcats had the goals are the same for both teams.” raced out to a 36-6 advantage. Their lead Bains was named the tournament’s Most didn’t drop below 28 points the rest of the Valuable Player, with Curtis Harvey of the way. Semiahmoo Totems winning the Most “They (the players) knew we had to have Inspirational Player award. a good start, and we did in all four games First-team tournament all-stars included of the tournament,” said McKay. “I think we Biring of Tamanawis, Nick Smith of held them (Fleetwood Park) to 13 points in Lord Tweedsmuir, Nimrit Plaha of the the first half, which was very good.” Panorama Ridge Thunder, Filip Samardzic Sukhjot Bains finished with 38 points to of the Johnston Heights Eagles and Skylar lead all Wildcats scorers, with Sukhraj Biring Sheehan of Semiahmoo. The second team and Sukhman Sandhu netting 14 each. was comprised of Brett Norris of Lord Grewal, who hit another three-point bucket Tweedsmuir, Anoop Nahal of the North in the second half, was the top Fleetwood Surrey Spartans, Sandhu of the Wildcats and Park player on offense with nine points. Kevin Alexandrov and Emeka Okuma of Throughout the week, Tamanawis Fleetwood Park. Black Press

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Tamanawis Wildcat Sukhjot Bains (right) uses his height to reach the ball over John Tusi of the Fleetwood Park Dragons in the championship game of the Surrey RCMP Basketball Classic Saturday at Enver Creek Secondary.

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Caldwell golden at Grand Prix Hilary Caldwell is back on the podium. The White Rock swimmer – who now trains in Victoria – won gold in the women’s 200-m backstroke Sunday, at the U.S. Grand Prix swimming competition in Austin, Texas. Caldwell – who won a bronze last summer at a Grand Prix event in Spain – swam nearly seven seconds faster in the 200-m finals than she did in the preliminary race, clocking a time of two minutes, 10.78 seconds. She was just less than two seconds faster than American swimmer Megan Romano, who took silver. “This event is a great preparation for the Commonwealth Games and Pan Pacific Championship trials (this April in Victoria) that are coming up,” said Caldwell in a news release. “It gives us a good indication of where we stand heading into the next phase of training.” The win in the pool caps an impressive last few

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Down Under Pacific Sea Wolves swimmer Edwin Zhao is headed to Australia this spring. The Semiahmoo Secondary student was recently chosen to join a 12-swimmer team of young Canadians that will travel to Australia in April to compete in the Australia Age Group Championships, which runs from April 14-19 in Sydney. After the competition, the Canadian team will fly north to Australia’s Gold Coast, where they’ll train for a week prior to returning home. Zhao, 16, is one of two B.C. swimmers on the team, the other being Delta’s Markus Thormeyer.

Boys honoured White Rock Divers founder Bev Boys – who is also an international diving judge – has been honoured as one of Canada’s most influential women in sport. Last week, Boys was given the honour by the Canadian Association for the Advancement of Women and Sport

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and Physical Activity that PACC members (CAAWS). have taught foreign According visitors to CAAWS, their game only 20 – in the past women few years, were named the club to the list, has also and “those sports@peacearchnews.com welcomed selected students are chosen from because of their Thailand, as well as influence in 2013.” members of a Norfolk, Boys has been an England rugby club. active member of the Canadian and international diving community for years, and her White Rock Divers club has helped many athletes stay active and involved in athletics.

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Listed Ten members of the BC Hockey League are listed in the National Hockey League’s Central Scouting midterm draft rankings released this week, including a pair of former Surrey Eagles. The list – which ranks prospects across North America for this

summer’s NHL Entry Draft – includes Mason Blacklock, ranked at No. 158, and Demico Hannoun at 185. Both were members of the Eagles last season, before being dealt to Vernon. Blacklock, a Semiahmoo Minor Hockey alum, has 18 goals and 30 points in 24 games this season.

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It was in Whitehorse that Aub met and was smitten by his life-mate Margaret (Peg) Lewis. They were married in June of 1953; over the next few years their family grew to include 3 daughters and a son. By 1962, with stints in London and Vancouver, Aubrey completed his specialist training as a General Surgeon. As the only surgeon resident in the Yukon during most of the 1960s, Aubrey worked long and hard. In 1968, Aubrey and Peg decided that he would take a CUSO placement in Nigeria. The family was en route when the Biafran war forced them to change plans; Aubrey found alternate work in St. Lucia. During two wonderful years there, Aubrey’s work ranged from surgical consultant in the city, to GP at small rural clinics. There followed another decade in Whitehorse, and a then empty nest had Aub and Peg spreading their travel wings again, this time for Lae, Papua New Guinea. There, in addition to his work as surgical consultant, Aubrey took much satisfaction from his role as a clinical instructor and mentor to a number of young surgeons in the making. Aub and Peg returned to Canada in 1983 and made Vancouver their base. After locums in Vancouver, Quesnel, Inuvik, and Whitehorse they settled in Vancouver. Aub retired from medical practice in 1989. A new stage of their lives began for Aub and Peg when they moved to Nico Wynd (South Surrey), in 1996. They enjoyed the golf and the swimming and the wonderful view from their front windows, but it was really the friendships they made that they appreciated most. It was those friendships that helped to sustain Aubrey after Peg died in 2007, and it was also those friendships which kept him living at Nico Wynd right to the end. Aub was a man of many aspects and interests, but first and foremost he was a warm, gracious and caring man who loved spending time with family and friends. He had a wonderful sense of curiosity and humour. He was the best husband and father, devoted to his wife and family. He enjoyed thoughtful discussions, and was a wonderful listener. Aubrey was interested in all the world had to offer. He enjoyed good books, plays, movies, interesting lectures, and a good game of cards; he looked forward to his regular bridge tournaments. Travelling was another passion; he and Peg travelled widely in Canada and around the globe. Aub enjoyed being outdoors and active in general and particularly loved hiking, fishing, canoeing and swimming. A holiday in oft-visited Hawaii was never complete without a daily snorkeling session. Keeping fit was very much a part of his lifestyle. He was swimming and golfing at Nico Wynd as recently as this past December. Right to the end Aub retained his sense of humour. Sometimes a dry remark would flash by unnoticed, unless you knew to look for the little crinkle at the corner of his eye, but his inveterate punning produced groans wherever he went, the louder the better. All who knew him were inspired to remember and share their latest jokes with him, in hopes that they would elicit his infectious laugh. Aub will be much missed by his many friends, his sister Florence (Flon), his brother Gordon, his sister-in-law Barb, his children Kim (Brian McWatters), Mark (Susan Smith), Jill (Colm Seviour), and Trix (Ken Knutson) and his ten grandchildren, Grant Joaquin, Casey, Kathleen, Eleni, Jamie, Laura, Declan, Aven, and Tori. A Celebration of Life was held held at the Nico Wynd clubhouse on Saturday, January 18th 2014 from 1:00 -3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Peace Arch Hospital, the Yukon Foundation (Tanner Family Fund) or a charity of your choice. A special thank you to Dr. Spangehl and the nurses at Peace Arch Hospital for their compassionate care for Aubrey.

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604-536-6620

Achieve your goals! Get focused, overcome blocks, stay motivated, accomplish more - faster & easier!

swright@paciďŹ ccarlton.com

CARE AIDE WORKERS

ALL JOBS Big or Small. Panels, lighting, plugs, fans, hot tubs, etc. Guaranteed work. Ph 604-539-0708 Cell 604-537-1773 (Lic. 26110)

For all Your Cleaning Needs

CERTIFIED LIFE COACH

Please email resume to:

MENTAL HEALTH

ELECTRICIAN - Dana Thompson Over 24yrs exp. Res/Comm. Free est. Bonded. #14758 604-353-1519

A MAID TO CLEEN

Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.

threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca

Monday-Sunday for a Senior Retirement Community in South Surrey.

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Efficient, Reliable, Friendly, Bonded Excellent References with 18 yrs of experience. Call Ivet: 778-235-4070

Kristy 604.488.9161

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

MEDICAL/DENTAL

Lic. Electrician A+, BBB member Expert trouble shooter, All types of Electrical work 24/7 604-617-1774

DETAILED EUROPEAN CLEANING.

Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...

FARM WORKERS

GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year. All Cash-Retire in Just 3 Years. Protected Territories. Full Details CALL NOW 1-866-668-6629. Website WWW.TCVEND.COM.

(604)-309-3707

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ELECTRICAL

Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly

There is a CRITICAL need for Medical Transcriptionists across Canada. Work from Home. CanScribe graduates welcome and encouraged to apply. Apply through MTR at www.hds-mt.com/jobs

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Residential & Commercial Services ~ Excellent Rates!! * Licensed * Bonded * Insured

required part-time

EXCITING NEW CANADIAN BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. Available in your area! Min inv reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. For more info, call 866-945-6409

Let us do it for you! â&#x20AC;˘ Flexible Services/ Affordable Prices â&#x20AC;˘ Housework/Yard work â&#x20AC;˘ Rental Suite Cleaning â&#x20AC;˘ Household Organization â&#x20AC;˘ Errands for Seniors

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

~ no phone calls please ~

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CALL FRIENDLY BENJAMIN 604-230-7928

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

V U

Food Service Worker TRAIN TO BE AN Apartment/Condominium Manager ONLINE! Graduates get access to all jobs posted with us. 33 years of success! Government certified. www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604-681-5456.

* No Scraping * No Sanding * No Mess

RELIABLE HOME & YARD CARE

PERSONAL SERVICES

PINHEADS Bowling on Silver Star Mountain is looking for a mechanically minded individual to work with us during the winter season as well as June and July. This is a part time position with great pay and benefits, training provided. This could be a great job for a retired mechanic or trades person, or a younger person who wants to live and work in a vibrant ski resort. This position is available immediately. Please email Heather at info@pinheadsbowling.ca

Centre for Arts & Technology www.digitalartschool.com 1.866.860.2787

CLEANING SERVICES

DRYWALL

Change ugly popcorn ceiling to a Beautiful Clean White Flat Ceiling. Lovely to look at. Update your house and increase itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s value.

Call (604)538-9600

COMPETITIVE RATES Must Have Valid TCP CertiďŹ cate, Reliable Insured Vehicle And Provide A Clean Drivers Abstract!

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MOHINDER Ent Ltd. (Surrey) seeks FT Farm Workers. $10.35/hr, 50hr/ wk, Apr 1-Nov15. outdoor work. Duties: weeding, pruning, harvest, planting. Fax: 604-575-2584

FLAG PERSONS & LANE TECH PERSONNEL

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Repairs to all major appliances

236 Primary duties include maint. troubleshooting & repair of diesel & gas marine engines. Knowledgeable in vessel electrical systems. Must have own tools and a valid drivers license. Compensation Based On Experience. Please forward resume to vancouveroutboard@ telus.net

APPLIANCE REPAIRS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

RANGERS OCEAN PARK APPLIANCE LTD

HELP WANTED

FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

Van Kamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators & company drivers based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training.

For further information on Southridge and this opportunity please visit our website.

Anti-Aging Business Goldmine! #1 Baby Boomer Market in U.S. Prime Turn-key locations available. $12K (min. Invest) = 50K+ Yearly! Call today: 888-900-8276 24/7

Call Ildiko 604-560-5110

TRADES, TECHNICAL

JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS Fort McMurray & Leduc Alberta Gladiator Equipment Ltd. has immediate positions for Journeyman Heavy Duty, off road Certified Mechanics for work in Fort McMurray and Leduc, Alberta. Excellent wages and benefits. www.gladiatorequipment.com fax 1-780-986-7051. hr@gladiatorequipment.com

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS & COMPANY DRIVERS

The successful candidate will have three to five years of recent experience in a Payroll Administrator position combined with Grade 12, successful completion of a recognized payroll program and post-secondary education in accounting or a combination of education, training and experience.

â&#x20AC;˘ Annual Starting Revenue of $12,000 - $120,000 â&#x20AC;˘ Guaranteed Cleaning Contracts â&#x20AC;˘ Professional Training Provided â&#x20AC;˘ Financing Available â&#x20AC;˘ Ongoing Support â&#x20AC;˘ Low Down Payment required A Respected Worldwide Leader in Franchised OfďŹ ce Cleaning. Coverall of BC 604.434.7744 info@coverallbc.com www.coverallbc.com

Stylist chair rental available at Hair Eclipse, White Rock. $600/mo.

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Marine Technician

The Payroll and Finance Administrator is responsible for processing the semi-monthly payroll and for the administration of the schools benefits program. In addition, the role will assist the Finance department with multiple financial activities including journal entry preparation, reconciliations, student enrollment, financial reporting, budget monitoring and various other accounting functions.

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HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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CONCRETE & PLACING

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.

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

* Demo - Small Jobs *Junk removal * Fences + Decks * Snow Plowing + salting â&#x20AC;&#x153;No Job Too Smallâ&#x20AC;?

Member of Better Business Bureau

Call Zach @ 778-789-5784 or Spencer @ 778-789-5785

Vincent 543-7776

WCB INSURED

AFFORDABLE RENOVATIONS All types of walls & floor finishing. Prof & Fast Service. Free Est. Call (604)626-7941

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

A SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR. Specializing in Renovationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Available for work. 604-532-1710

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

329 PAINTING & DECORATING 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

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PSB DRYWALL â&#x2DC;&#x2026; All Boarding, Taping, Framing & Texture. Insured work. Dump Removal Service. 604-762-4657/604-764-6416

Ask about our

ROOM SPECIAL

CALL TODAY! 604-803-5041 www.benchmarkpainting.ca

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329 PAINTING & DECORATING

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

PETS 477

PETS

Beautiful Pitt Bull Puppies $500, call Kimberlee 604.763.3125

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

TONY’’S PAINTING

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

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 .Hayden Painting 778-229-0236 Family Owned & Operated Ryan 778.229.0236

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

Yorkshire Terrier, 3/mo old female Shots & dewormed. Vet checked Black & tan. $800. 604-828-2806

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Service to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers & dishwashers. Reasonable. Also Appliance Removal Call Mark (604)536-9092

968-0367 CHEAPER PRICES

EXTRA

PLUMBING

523

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

UNDER $100

Golf Clubs. 10 pce ladies right hand graphite shaft. $29: (604)531-5493

RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free!

#1 IN RATES & SERVICE. Lic’d/Ins. LOCAL Plumber. Plugged drains, renos etc. Chad 1-877-861-2423

APPLIANCES Peace Arch Appliance

CALL ROGER 604-

338

WHITE ROCK

White Rock

1 Bdrm. w/ D/W & Gas F/P Large balcony. Concrete building.

Hot Water & U/G Parking Incl

$900 incls. HEAT & H/W. 1 block from Semiahmoo Mall. Available Immediately!

www.cycloneholdings.ca

Call for appt to view 604.541.6276

SOMERSET GARDENS (S. Sry) Family housing 1851 Southmere Crescent E. 2 bdrm apartments starting from $899 - $981/mo. incl. heat. Pet friendly, near all amenities. Community garden.

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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. 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

S.Surrey PACIFICA RETIREMENT RESORT, 1 bdrm corner ste, W/D, incl all amens. Sec prk Sm pet OK. N/S. $2000. Bryan 604-328-6461.

SUNNY WHITE ROCK

~ Fir Apartments ~

Call 604-536-0379 WHITE ROCK: 1 bdrm new paint & carpet incl heat, hot water & cable. $850/mo. Sorry n/p. (604)538-8408 WHITE ROCK, 1/bdrm top floor. I/S laundry. 1561 Vidal. N/S, N/P. Avail Feb 1. $950/mo. 604-207-9029

WHITE ROCK 2 Bdrm, $1025/mo. Avail Now. Quiet, well kept building. Hot water incl. Nr shops, bus, & hospital.

Call 604-538-4599

SOUTH SURREY Short Term or Long term

Sold Your House? Downsizing? Renovating? Just bring Your Clothes. Fully Furnished & Equipped Like New Townhouse. Only 3 years old. Immaculate Deluxe, 2 bdrm. + Rec. Room/Office + 2 Full Bath T/House. Flr. to ceiling storage + storage rm. in garage. 6 s/s appli. d/w, w/d, Garburator. Crown Mouldings, 9ft. ceilings, H/W laminate flooring and slate tile. Gas F/P & Alarm. 1 car garage parking. Covered patio lower & outdoor patio upper. Amenities room incls. full gym, outdoor hot tub & pool. Walk to Morgan Heights shopping. NO Smoking inside & NO Pets! $2299/month. Available March 1.

604.488.9161

REAL ESTATE 626

JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

HOUSES FOR SALE

CUSTOM home at ANDERSON WALK. 4000+ sqft. 6 bed 4 bath. No expense spared! Mnt & River Views. $848k. 778-888-7720 CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service • Hot water tanks • Furnaces • Broilers • Plugged Drains 778-862-0560

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

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

✭ 604-312-7674 ✭

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005 FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. (604)596-2841 BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

• DIFFICULTY SELLING? •

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

.Russells Rubbish Removal 604-787-7355 White Rock / South Surrey

bradsjunkremoval.com

Hauling Anything..

WHITE ROCK. 2 Bdrm 1 bth. Nr Mall. $1195 inc heat/h. water, w/d Senior oriented. N/S,N/P. Cls to bus. 604-536-9565 / 604-765-9565.

WHITE ROCK

3 Bdrm, 2 bath, reno’d, d/w, lrg closets, hrdwd flrs, Incl heat, hotwater & prkg. Quiet bldg close to mall, grocery, library & all amens. Safe & secure. Non- smoking, no pets. Crime free multi-housing awards. $1370/mo incl heat, h/wtr & prkg. Avail Dec 1st.

Call (604) 541-8857 WHITE ROCK: Avail now. 1 Bdrm Heat, h/w, cble & prkg incl. NS/NP, ref’s, adult oriented. (604)385-0275 WHITE ROCK. Bachelor suite. $650/mo incl heat, hot water & basic cable. Sorry no pets. Avail Feb 1st. Call 604-538-8408.

But Dead Bodies!! 20 YARD BINS AVAILABLE We Load or You Load !

WHITE ROCK

604.220.JUNK(5865) Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988

Clean, quiet bldg. Reno’d 1 bdrm 3rd floor. Avail now. Incl heat, hotwater & prkg. Hrdwd floors. Close to mall, grocery, library & all amens. Safe & secure. NonSmoking, No Pets. Crime free multi-housing awards.

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TREE SERVICES

Call (604) 541-8857 WHITE ROCK. Feb 1. Corner grnd flr w/hg garden deck. Adult oriented. 1yr lease. Refs. Credit chk, ns/ np, u/g prkg. $725. 778-384-2410

TREE & STUMP removal done RIGHT!

RENTALS

604-787-5915/604-291-7778

www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca

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APARTMENT/CONDO ACTIVE SENIOR

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

1 & 2 Bedrooms Well maintained Concrete High Rise in White Rock close to shopping.

Swimming Pool & All Amenities. UTILITIES INCLUDED. NS/NP

“White Rock & South Surrey’s Leading Renovator since 1989”

Designing and renovating new kitchens, bathrooms, basements, house make-overs and additions since 1989

Call for FREE in-home consultation In-house design team and cabinet shop Let MPB make your renovation dreams come true!

www.mpbconstruction.com Showroom: Unit 62 - 15515 24th Ave. (at King George Blvd.) Tel: 604-538-9622

SUMMERFIELD, 2400sq.ft. 3 bdrm, unfinished basement for storage. Short term ok. $2300, available now. Call 604-536-1397 WHITE ROCK One of a Kind Heritage Character House - steps from beach!! Sip coffee looking at the water from your veranda. Super cute 1100 s.f. 4 bdrm/1bath up (shower only, no tub). Updated galley kitchen, w/d, d/w. Peaceful & Quiet. Take a drive by the big little yellow house, 1156 Elm Street if interested. $1600/mo +utils. Avail Feb 1st. Call (778)891-7870 WHITE Rock, walk to beach oceanview reno 3bdrm 2bath + loft 5 appl prkg $1700. Feb 1. 604-531-5784

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OFFICE/RETAIL

Rosemary Centre 3388 Rosemary Hts Cres. Surrey, one ground floor office/retail unit 526 sq ft. in quiet Rosemary area.

Call 536-5639 to view & for rates

Jan. 21- Jan. 25, 2014 ARIES

LIBRA

Aries, though you are eager to plow through your to-do list, certain plans may have to be postponed due to circumstances beyond your control. Go with the flow.

Libra, you are drawn to creative endeavors these days and have less patience for tasks that are not nearly as fun. Find a healthy balance between the two.

TAURUS

SCORPIO

Taurus, uncover the source of a disagreement with a friend and try to come to a resolution before the disagreement escalates. Handling things promptly will pay off.

Scorpio, expect to serve as a mediator for your loved ones this week. The issue that arises is relatively small, but your calm demeanor and cool head will be needed.

GEMINI

SAGITTARIUS

Gemini, attention to detail this week will prevent delays down the road. Keep this mind when tending to personal as well as professional matters.

Sagittarius, you may be floundering a little in the romance department this week. Stick to what your intuition is telling you, and you will come out just fine.

CANCER You may find your mind wandering this week, Cancer. You cannot seem to focus on the tasks at hand, but work hard to limit distractions and get your work done.

LEO Leo, respect a loved one's decision to keep a certain matter private. There's not much you can do other than offer your support and respect.

VIRGO Virgo, carefully schedule your time this week. You cannot afford to get behind in work or miss any important appointments. Stay focused and leave some time free for the unexpected.

CAPRICORN

Capricorn, you are focused on your work, but distractions beyond your control figure to prove frustrating. Try to remain as patient as possible, and everything will work itself out.

AQUARIUS

Aquarius, take a breather and stop to give some careful thought to your recent experiences and your expectations going forward. You will benefit from this reflection in the long run.

PISCES

Pisces, expect some valuable insight on your future to arrive in the next few days. It won't be difficult to set plans in motion.

WHITE ROCK - 2nd floor back of commercial bldg. Large space previously residential, would suit studio or light office. $900. Avail now. Call for more info: (604)531-6916

746

ROOMS FOR RENT

RON Morin

• Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates Save-On Roofing - Specializing in New Roofs, Re-Roofs & Repairs. 778-892-1266

HOMES FOR RENT

South Surrey- Pacifica retirement resort, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, luxury amenities, independent or assisted living, small pet ok, $2800/month 604.541.6438

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

your sign

WHITE ROCK SUNSET VILLA

1 & 2 Bdrm Suites

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

what’s

Available Now! www.thelyons.ca 604-535-3585

604-451-6676

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CHEAP

APARTMENT/CONDO

Sunset & Partial Ocean Views! Close to all amenities & walking distance to beach. Spacious 2 Bdrm. on third floor of a well maintained 4 story walk up. $995/mo. incls. • Heat • Hot Water • WiFi • Parking • Adult Oriented • Quiet • Smoke Free • Sorry No Pets!

Skyline Apts

Call 604-536-8499

Pitt Bull Puppies, $500. Born Nov.17, first shots, dewormed, vet checked, 604.763.3125

706

NEW TOWNHOME FOR RENT South Surrey near Grandview Corners. 2 Bdrm + Den, 2.5 Bath. In suite Laundry and Dishwasher. $1700/mo. No Smoking. Wont last long. Call Now! 604-765-9155

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

Seniors Discount RELIABLE, SERVICE 7 days a week

PAVING/SEAL COATING

APARTMENT/CONDO

Quiet community oriented living.

RUBBISH REMOVAL

ASPHALT PAVING • Brick Driveways • Retaining Walls • Foundation Repairs • Sealcoating 604-618-2304

706

RENTALS

BRIGHT, 1 bdrm suite near P.A. Hospital, f/s, w/d, full bathroom, private entry with covered patio; available now; $850/mo inc. utils; NS, NP; Refs, credit check required; Ph: Debbie 604-541-5245

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

WHITE ROCK

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Call 604-538-5337 Beautiful & Affordable Kiwanis Park Place For Adults 55+ rental apartments in a modern complex, right next to beautiful Crescent Park! On site maintenance & office staff Mon. through Friday. 1 bdrm. units from $751 - $844 incls. heat, electricity and friendly reliable service.

Call 604-538-9669 for information or to visit.

WHITE ROCK Oceanview lrg 2 bdrm recent reno, new paint $900. Deluxe 1 bdrm $725. N/S. Incl heat/hot water 604-589-7818

OCEAN PARK lrg bdrm, up, furn., sink, lndry. $485. Now. ns/np. Sml portion hydro/gas. 604-535-5953

WHITE ROCK quiet reno’d 1 bdrm 1 blk from mall overlooking park. $875 incls heat, hot water, storage, prkg. No smoking, no pets, ref. required. 778-858-3713.

747B SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING S. SURREY 1 Bdrm. Resort 65 plus retired living @ the Royale Pacifica (walk to mall) 1 prkg, lrg patio, grnd level, pet ok. Furn. or unfurn. $1800/mo. Milan 604-505-1326

750

SUITES, LOWER

2 Bdr. upstairs apt. in back of commercial building in White Rock. N/S, no pets, $900 plus utilities. 604531-6916. lbdm@shaw.ca

OCEAN VIEW WHITE ROCK avail March 1. 2 bdrm sunny, lower suite w/own driveway, level entry & walkout patio area. Ocean view, only 2 min to White Rock pier & 5 min to uptown shops & restaurants. Quiet, no-through traffic street. 1 bath, in-suite lndry & gas f/p. All utils & heat incl. $1300/mo NP/NS. Refs req please. Anytime after 6pm 604-535-5899.

Retirement Residence

Residents at Concord have something to smile about Spacious and affordable suites, including 3 home cooked meals, housekeeping and linen service, 24 hour emergency response, recreation and transportation.

Call for a personal tour and complimentary lunch

604-531-6198 Sit awhile and relax... we’ll take care of everything else.

15869 Pacific Avenue, White Rock email: concordretirementresidence@shaw.ca www.concordretirementresidence.com

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SUITES, LOWER

751

RENTALS

SUITES, UPPER

752

TRANSPORTATION

TOWNHOUSES

810

AUTO FINANCING

TRANSPORTATION 818

CARS - DOMESTIC

TRANSPORTATION

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

S.SURREY Ocean Park. Newly reno’d grnd flr 2 bdrm ste. Walk to all amens/shops. Shared lndry. Feb 1. $950/mo incl utils. 604-541-9082. S. SURREY / W. Rock Brand new 2 bdrm grnd lvl ste, ns/np, avail now, $1000/mo. 604-723-2852

WHITE ROCK - 2 bdrm suite, 2nd floor entry. $900/m. n/p, n/s. Max 2 persons. Avl. now. (604)531-6916 WHITE ROCK, Hospital area. Walk to mall/bus/schools. Large updated 2 level with yard. Parking, storage. 3 baths. 3+ bdrms or den or office with sep entrance. Refs req. $1950. Avail Jan. (604)315-0782.

752

SURREY127/61, clean 1 bdrm Jan 15. NS/NP. $600 incl cbl/hydro. Suit quiet person. Refs. 604-596-5591

TOWNHOUSES

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

851

TRUCKS & VANS

SERENO 152nd/34th. Great location, near schools. 3 bdrm, 2 1/2 bath, w/Den. Granite throughout. Hardwood floors. Stainless Steel appliances, 9 ft ceilings, Crown Mouldings, Gas Fireplace, Exercise Room. $1850/mo. Avail Feb 1. Call 604-868-0267

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

WHITE ROCK - 15th & 160th St. 2 Bdrm bsmt suite, new home. Cls to school, bus, shopping. Avail now. NS/NP. $800. (604)590-6813

2008 FORD TAURUS SEL 111,000/kms. Well maint’d. 1 Orig owner. $7000. 604-597-2774.

2012 FORD ESCAPE XLT 2wd auto 4/cyl, blue, leather, 48K, $13,000/firm. Call (604)538-4883

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

WHITE ROCK new very lrg 2 bdrm covered patio, inste lndry, new appl $1300, immed. 604-626-5680

2007 MERCEDES. A luxury car like no other. This fully loaded Mercedes S550 4-Matic S class. Premium and comfort package includes - navigation, voice command, heated and cooled seats, power rear shades and blinds, premium sound system, panoramic roofs both front and rear. Absolutely has it all. Very clean inside and out. No accidents. 150,000 km. Asking $26,900 obo. Contact me via email for further information at:

WHITE ROCK / S.Surrey. Spacious newly reno’d grnd lvl 1 bdrm + den suite with priv ent & patio, in quiet c/d/s, walk to East Beach. Insuite laundry, gas f/p, 5 appls & 1 car prkg. NP/NS. $1050 incl utils. Ref’s req’d. Avail Feb 15th. 604-535-8499

South Surrey: 152nd / 34th Ave. “Sereno” - Gated community, 3 bdrms + den. 2.5 bths, walk to bus clse to Hwy # 99 NS/NP. $1800/mo + utils. Avail now (778)858-2800

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

jsarowa@shaw.ca or 604-897-1546

CROSSWORD

P: 604-531-1111 C: 604-202-2110 E: cindypoppy@shaw.ca www.cindypoppy.com HomeLife Benchmark Realty #1-1920-152 St., White Rock, BC V4A 4N6

Transform Everyday H ing o into Showr uses ooms

Janet Williams 604.318.5767 www.magichomestaging.ca

Guaranteed

845 The Scrapper

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

S. SURREY 176/40th. 2 or 1 Bdrm G/L ste. Incl heat, light, net & cble. N/S, N/P. Avail now. 604-613-6045

“Staging is making sure your house looks better than the rest.”

ROCK CHIP Repairs

$ 00

5OFF

reg. $35.00

Must be presented at time of estimate. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Limit 1 per customer. Expires Feb. 15, 2014

We are a locally owned family business proudly serving our community for over 45 years.

Mon 8-5 / Tues-Fri 8-5:30 / Sat 9-5 (next to Lordco & Fountain Tire)

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