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The Langley atom A4 Eagles were in awe when they were surprised with the Stanley Cup at Twin Rinks on Wednesday night, Feb. 5. The Eagles were the winners of the Scotiabank Surprise and Delight campaign which sees five minor hockey teams from around the country given the chance for a private party with the Stanley Cup. The Eagles earned the honour by going door-todoor collecting donations for the Langley Food Bank last November. In just over an hour the team collected 363 pounds of food and cash donations of $375. See the full story on page 17. G ARY A H U J A Lan g l ey Ti m e s
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In front of her victim and his family, retired Langley teacher Deborah Ralph stood up in Supreme Court in New Westminster and pleaded guilty on Friday to sexual assault involving a former student. Ralph sexually assaulted her former student between December, 1998 and June, 2001 while the boy was between the ages of 11 to 13. The victim contacted Langley RCMP on Nov. 8, 2011 to report the abuse. Ralph
taught him in Grade 5 at James Kennedy Elementary School. However, the sexual interference didn’t occur until after she was no longer his teacher. The court learned that Ralph continued to contact her victim after he graduated from her class, asking him to come clean her family pool. She spent a summer picking him up and dropping him off, taking him on outings, shopping for him and later having him for sleepovers, taking him on a summer vacation and bringing him along on school field trips even when he was no longer a Langley
student. Crown counsel David Simpkin is asking for a sentence of three years in jail for the “egregious breach of trust, given she is his teacher, she became a family friend, he was only 11-years-old and to the grooming elements to this offense and the impact on the victim.” The defense is asking for an 18- to 24-month sentence to be served in the community. Through Crown submissions and the forensic psychologist’s report, the court
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learned that Ralph led a “very ordinary life.” Her parents divorced when she was young. But she has no mental health issues, no addictions, is married — and has been for many years. She also has two children who were already grown at the time of the child sexual abuse. She was around 41-years-old when she met her victim as one of her students. She is now 59. She retired from teaching recently and was on paid leave after she was charged. Continued Page 4
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Metal thieves are believed responsible for the theft of about 20 custom-made metal hangers from a private contractor working on the new 56 Avenue bridge over the Nicomekl River between 211 Street and 213A Street in Langley Township. The hangers, needed to support gas, water and sewer lines running underneath the bridge, were stolen from the construction site, despite on-site security and security cameras. Making up replacement parts takes about three weeks. Because of that, and the discovery that the soil around the bridge is softer than tests first indicated, work is running behind schedule. The crossing was supposed to open to traffic by the end of January, but that has now been moved back to Feb. 24. Until then, through traffic will continue to be detoured along the Langley Bypass, Fraser Highway and 216 Street. A written memo from the Township of Langley engineering department to council said making the new date will depend on weather conditions. Structural work is completed, “with only the installation of the approach slabs, parapets, and pedestrian/ cyclist remaining” the memo stated. Letters have been sent to the City of Langley, Langley Sec-
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Multiple charges have been laid against a North Langley couple, following two robberies at retail outlets in Walnut Grove. James Donald Gunn and his wife, Nicole Jean Gunn, both 31, have been charged with a variety of offences in relation to the robberies, Both accused are in custody and appeared in court Thursday. Langley RCMP allege James Gunn robbed a Subway restaurant on Jan. 20 and the Lotus Day Spa on Jan. 25. In addition, he is facing two charges of wearing a disguise with intent. Police also allege Nicole Gunn
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His mother also read out her impact statement. “Finally, Debbie has taken ownership of her actions. My son was 11 — she betrayed our trust in the worst possible way. She befriended me. She sat and had tea with me all the while sexually assaulting my child. I carry around the guilt that I didn’t protect my son. Despite therapy, this will forever affect our lives.” The victim’s brothers spoke about how hard it was to see his brother succumb to addiction, not knowing that he was carrying the burden of sexual abuse. The crime has been very difficult for the family and has hurt their level of trust in the world. All the family members said they feel guilt for not protecting their brother and for not seeing what was happening. All have sought counseling and hope to “heal.” The judge will have to decide when to apply the Criminal Code to the offenses, because at the time of the sexual crimes, a conditional sentence was an appropriate sentence, defense reminded Supreme Court Judge Selwyn Romilly. There have been considerable changes to the Criminal Code and how crimes against children are treated, said Simpkin. Since 2005, a minimum jail sentence must occur. Defense lawyers for Ralph said her guilty plea must be taken into account, saving her victim a trial. She has no criminal history, and there is no evidence of any other victims. Chronic pain suffered from a bad car crash must also be weighed in sentencing, said her defense. “She has many fellow teachers who have written to say what an exemplary teacher she was . . . she had a significant fall from grace.” She has remorse for actions now, said defense.
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Gambling big business in Langley City Langley City has received more overpass and the Fraser Highway than $53 million as its 10 per cent bridge over the Nicomekl River were cut of the profits of the Cascades built more quickly because of the Casino, since the facility began opcasino revenue. eration in 2005. Cascades Casino and Convention While that figure isn’t surprising, Centre has been a good economas the casino has been giving the ic generator for the City as well. City $6 to $8 million in most years, Apart from the gambling activity, the cumulative amount is a bit FROM THE the convention centre attracts a staggering. It’s also worth pointing great deal of corporate business. out that this figure is just 10 per There are events going on there cent of the net profits of the casino Frank Bucholtz virtually every day, and Langley’s (not including the hotel and concentral location in the Lower Mainference centre), so the casino has made land make it very attractive for many busino less than $530 million in nine years of nesses and organizations. That has creatoperation. ed jobs and economic activity here. That’s just a portion of the huge amount Having a hotel as part of the packof money that people of this area — and age has also helped to attract busithat’s where most of the patrons come from ness. Accommodation in the down— have spent on gambling. While many of town area, where there aren’t them have enjoyed some winnings, in gam- many other hotels and motels, is a benefit. bling the house always wins, and in B.C., the However, one wonders how long gamprovince and the city in which a casino is bling will continue to be the big business located win big-time as well. that it is today. Will it keep generating Given that the casino has made $530 massive tax revenues? million in profits since 2005, I wonder how The City had doubts right from the bemuch has been spent on lottery tickets in ginning, citing that as a reason not to put Langley since that time? It’s likely a com- the casino revenue in its general budget parable figure. and use it to lower tax rates. I’m not opposed to gambling. People have The revenue the City gets from gambling been gambling for thousands of years, and has been sliding slightly in recent years. prior to B.C. going into gambling in a big There is no shortage of casinos in the Lowway, a great deal of money from here went er Mainland — to say nothing of another to U.S. casinos, particularly in Nevada. four or five within an hour’s drive across It makes sense to recapture at least some the U.S. border. of that money and redirect it towards proSome people gamble out of desperation, vincial priorities like health and education. and need to be kept out of casinos. Most In the case of Langley City, much of the gamble for recreation. However, many resimoney has been used to pay down debt and dents find their budgets have been getting pursue new capital projects, and there’s no more and more stretched as each year goes doubt that some projects like the 204 Street by, and that could mean less gambling.
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Metro Vancouver mayors are about to get their wish — they will have more say over the longterm planning and operations of TransLink. It is highly doubtful that this will be of any benefit to Langley and other South Fraser municipalities. The sheer number of mayors north of the Fraser, and the tactics used by mayors like Derek Corrigan of Burnaby, are almost sure to prevent any meaningful improvement of transit and transportation in the South Fraser area — the most under-served, and fastest-growing part of the region. Vancouver is primarily interested in the construction of a rapid transit line along Broadway to UBC, which would replace the region’s busiest bus route. The fact that the UBC campus is mostly empty for four months of the year doesn’t seem to be much of an impediment to this plan. Meanwhile, plans to extend SkyTrain to Langley, or build light rail along three main streets in Surrey, have gone nowhere. They have received almost no support from mayors outside the South Fraser region, and there hasn’t even been any meaningful discussion about some new bus routes into areas like Willoughby, that are very badly served by TransLink. And while the 555 bus from the Carvolth exchange to Braid station has been welcomed and is well-utilized, plans for a similar bus from Surrey across the Port Mann Bridge have gone nowhere — despite it being an integral part of the Port Mann Bridge and Highway 1 project, as announced by then-premier Gordon Campbell, oh so many years ago. Most mayors are very parochial and do not think of the needs of the region as a whole. The nature of their jobs make it hard to be otherwise — they are elected by residents of one city to think about and fight for the needs of the people of that city. While “beggar thy neighbour” may not be tattooed on their bodies, it is often foremost in their minds. Of course, Langley, Surrey and Delta mayors act that way as well. But they do have a strong case to make. Transit service here is not nearly as extensive as in most other regions. Two of the five river crossings from this region are tolled. There has been no extension of SkyTrain services here for 20 years, and the population is growing at a much faster pace than in any other part of Metro Vancouver. These facts don’t seem to matter to most other mayors. Giving them more power over TransLink decision-making could be a big blow to any aspirations of better transit and a fairer approach to tolling here.
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Post traumatic stress disorder is not going away. There is no magic cure. There is no preventative measure. Each and every human being is susceptible to it, given enough exposure to stressful, life-endangering moments. It’s part of what makes us human. The only way to prevent PTSD would be to isolate ourselves completely. To never place ourselves at risk. To never visit war-torn countries. To never face death, and then survive. An impossible task, to say the least. What we need to do is arm ourselves with knowledge, and temper ourselves with acceptance. We need to know the signs of PTSD, and other mental health disorders, and be able to identify them in our friends, family, and neighbours, even if we can’t pinpoint them in ourselves. We need to look out for each in ways that are somewhat new to us. In the First World War, soldiers were killed by their countrymen for what was seen as a deficiency in character. It was less than 20 years ago when that crime was finally repaired, at least on paper. In those days, it was thought that having a psychiatrist close to the front lines would encourage men to be soft. It seems unlikely we should ever fall so far again, but we are still lifting ourselves up. Let’s keep on that same course. If you or someone you know is struggling with a mental health issue, speak up and ask for help. Talk to your doctor, or visit www.mentalhealthcanada. com. — Agassiz-Harrison Observer
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Parent fed up with education standoff Suggestions to deal Editor: This letter was The government is sent to Education Minisnot willing to negotiate ter Peter Fassbender: in “good faith” with the As a parent of a young teachers. This is just part child in Langley School of Premier Clark’s agenda District #35, I am simand it is becoming perply appalled by what fectly clear that you are has been going on in just her puppet, willing to our government with do her bidding. respect to education. I The question is: How just read your statement far are you willing to of appeal and I am disgo in suppressing your gusted. You are just moral conscience, which spewing Premier Christy is telling you that the Clark’s rhetoric. government policies PETER I thought a change which you condone are FA S S B E N DE R of education ministers unconstitutional and would improve the newrong? The Supreme gotiations between teachers and the Court of B.C. has twice stated this, government, but it obviously hasn’t. yet your government continues to I am amazed by the amount of believe it is above the law. So here we money the government is willing to go again, wasting more tax money. spend on lawyers’ fees in the courts, The last quote in your statement to doing battle with the teachers. the public says: “B.C.’s students are
doing well because they have great teachers. Imagine how much better they could be doing if we were to achieve true collaboration at the bargaining table.” As a parent, I am ashamed of the way the government has treated teachers over the last dozen years. If that’s how you treat “great teachers,” I sure wouldn’t want to be just a good teacher. As far as collaboration is concerned, the judge herself said there hasn’t been any collaboration. She also indicated that you and the government just pass whatever law you want, including several bills that have been deemed unconstitutional. I don’t know what you mean by “true collaboration” at the bargaining table, but I’d say teachers would settle for “fair bargaining.” S. GERBRANDT, LANGLEY
‘Better berries’ should not be GMO-related Editor: I noted your article on “Building Better Berries,” (The Times, Jan. 28). I am hoping that this does not encourage GMOs, which the people of Canada have been fighting. Monsanto is a particularly
high-profile company in the U.S. that has been imposing their will on the farmers of that country and driving others out of business. I buy very little imported foods from the U.S. as a result.
We do not know the long-term effects of these genetically modified foods and do not want to be the guinea pigs in Canada as well. DOREEN BROWN, LANGLEY
If you use new bridge, you should pay for it Editor: Re: Petition calls for licence fees (The Times, Jan. 30). Dear Mr. Hee:
I don’t use the bridge or the highways leading to it. You do. It was built for your convenience,
so enjoy it. And pay for it. JOHN WINTER, LANGLEY
Canada should benefit from oil Editor: Why do we continue to ship Canadian oil to foreign countries? Yes, the U.S. is a foreign country. Canada’s population, as of July 1, 2013, was 35,458,300, just below the U.S. population of 38,558,371 on July 1, 1870. That was when John D. Rockefeller incorporated Standard Oil. He emerged as one of the richest men in the world, just from selling American oil and gas products to Americans. He and Standard Oil survived scandals, government enquiries, threats and politicians, and all the roadblocks governments threw at them. Look at Standard Oil (now Exxon Mobil) today — all from that small beginning. The thrust of the company from the beginning was not to buy raw products from foreigners, but to sell them. We are stuck with the same style of inept politicians uttering the same type of barnyard
droppings. They try to impress upon the taxpaying dupes of Canada that we should export raw resources — oil, water, gas, coal or logs. Oil is of the most concern right now. Considering the tax breaks oil companies enjoy in Canada, we should consider how this resource can best benefit Canadians. We could have our own gas stations, staffed by Canadians, selling Canadian gasoline in every town and hamlet in Canada, at a fraction of the cost we have been paying.. We need Canadians who seek the truth and are fed up with the erratic and unjustified prices of petroleum products, manipulated by foreign investment. If ever any subject requires attention, it is oil. Its source, distribution, price and revenue is of interest to Canadians, The revenue from this product needs to stay in Canada. LORNE HARDY, LANGLEY
with BC Hydro Editor: That was a well-written litany of problems with BC Hydro (The Times, Feb. 6). What am I missing here? It begs these suggestions. The barn meter — power in, power out to where, find this and have an electrician disconnect. Check the meter. If the dials are still spinning there is a drain, locate and disconnect. As to the house, turn off all power at the box. If the meter is showing usage, trace and disconnect. Trying to deal with a mindless entity is an exercise in futility. The writer must take an active role in resolving any problems, as Hydro expects its customers to accept the pap it hands out. Be proactive, write and send registered letters to customer service, find out who the senior management people are, and send them emails and letters. Hopefully the writer will obtain the help he or she needs to fix the situation. TERRY BRENAN, ALDERGROVE Editor: Re: Langley residents having problem with huge Hydro bills when moving (The Times, Jan. 30). It is very important to take note of the gas and electric meter readings when moving in or out of a home, preferably with a photo. While I was building my home, Hydro installed a temporary meter. When the home was completed, they installed a new “reconditioned” meter. The first bill was hundreds of dollars over my estimate, it turns out they used the meter reading from the last home it was installed in (who knows how accurate that was) and then included all the units used while it was being tested at BC Hydro and added these amounts to my bill. They were reluctant to remove the hundreds of dollars from my bill — until I showed them the photo of the meter reading the day it was installed! J. BEAUMAN, LANGLEY
Picking on points programs Editor: The cancellation of loyalty reward points for prescription drugs by the provincial government should not disqualify a customer who personally pays for his or her prescription in full. Why not simply disqualify customers who rely on taxpayers or Pharmacare to pay part of their bills? The government claims it is doing this to discourage people from filling prescriptions that are no longer needed, just so they can get reward points. Really? Who spends $1 to receive one point? How ridiculous. They fear we may become addicted to the loyalty reward point program, and not be free to choose a reputable pharmacist. Give me credit for making proper choices with-
out government intervention. Why not reduce all CEO’s bonus points, which affect government coffers and involve real money. These can’t be compared to the evils of a reward points program for prescriptions. What the government has done is to deny a little old lady the simple pleasure of perhaps receiving a little gift from the rewards point catalogue. That just can’t be tolerated by Pharmacare. It would be so wrong on my part to indulge in such a triviality that the government must step in and put a total end to it. SIMONE CAYER, LANGLEY
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Revenue down, but no toll change TOM FLETCHER Black Press
Revenue estimates for the Port Mann bridge have been cut by 20 per cent for the next three years, but the $3 toll that took effect Jan. 1 will stay in place. Transportation Minister Todd Stone released a traffic study Friday showing average weekday vehicle traffic down three per cent this January, compared to January 2013 when tolls were $1.50 and work continued to complete the 10-lane structure. The study shows the Trans po rtatio n Inve s tme nt C o rp. pho to share of truck traffic on the Port Mann is up 3.8 With $3 tolls now being applied, traffic on the new Port Mann Bridge has deper cent for January, de- clined slightly, Transportation Minister Todd Stone said Friday. spite the toll increase. he said. pansion, said the study shows Weekday truck traffic Jordan Bateman, B.C. director the time saving for commuters on the non-tolled Pattullo and Alex Fraser bridges is up 1.6 per of the Canadian Taxpayers’ Fed- from Langley, Surrey and other cent, contradicting the popular eration, said the drop in traffic communities. The study shows idea that the tolls have caused could be a sign that $6 a day is the Port Mann morning rush an exodus of commercial trucks too much for some commut- hour traffic peak is now at 7 ers. Stone said studies in Flori- a.m., where it was 6 a.m. before to other bridges. Stone said the change in reve- da and Texas show commuters as commuters had to start earnue projections is mainly due to react to toll increases by trying lier. Stone said the express bus a recalculation of the baseline other routes, but they come used in previous forecasts. Traf- back when they realize the time service from the Carvolth park and ride in Langley across the fic over the Port Mann declined saving. Mike Proudfoot, CEO of Trans- wider Port Mann bridge to Braid before the new bridge opened, due to a lingering recession, portation Investment Corpora- SkyTrain station has been sucand recovery has led to truck tion, which operates the Port cessful, with 50,000 passengers traffic being up on all bridges, Mann bridge and highway ex- a month.
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Two reasons behind appeal There are two reasons when the Supreme why the B.C. governCourt of Canada inventment must appeal the ed a constitutional right latest court ruling that to collective bargaining damns its conduct, asin 2007, based on “freesesses damages of $2 dom of association” in million plus lawyer bills the Charter of Rights and appears to hand and Freedoms. BC the B.C. Teachers’ FedThe BCTF is pigeration the keys to the gy-backing on that treasury. landmark decision, in Tom Fletcher The first is practical favour of the Hospital politics. The legislature Employees’ Union, after reopens Feb. 11 (today), ironical- Gordon Campbell ran roughly right after Family Day. An ap- shod over their sweetheart conpeal will give rookie Education tract from the Glen Clark years. Minister Peter Fassbender the That one was settled for $85 cover he will need during the million, including retroactive daily 30 minutes of sniper fire payments. that is Question Period. In case there are parents and Rise. “It’s before the courts, taxpayers who still believe that Madam Speaker.” Sit. all would be calm had the NDP Even the trigger-happy Pre- won the 2013 election, allow me mier Christy Clark will be to put that to rest. staying in her trench, after the NDP leader Adrian Dix took bleeding wound she received to his Facebook page a couple from Justice Susan Griffin. of days after last week’s ruling, The second reason is practi- joining calls for an apology from cal economics. The 2014 budget Clark. That would be for what has gone to press. Government Justice Griffin characterized as lawyers told the court that ret- deliberately provoking a strike roactively returning to 2001 to build public support for the classroom rules could cost $500 latest of a long line of settlemillion, an estimate Griffin dis- ments imposed on teachers. missed as “speculative.” Within minutes, Dix received It could include compen- this caustic response from Tara sation to retired teachers for Ehrcke, president of the Greater earnings they gave up. This ret- Victoria teachers’ union. roactive lump would be on top “But where was the NDP of the ongoing costs, running to during the election campaign?” hundreds of millions more as Ehrcke asked Dix. “You commit60 school districts try to reas- ted a measly $100 million — a semble the world of 2002. third of what it will take to reThis union victory began store class sizes and less than
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the [NDP] platform in 2009, and only pocket change more than the Liberals’ Learning Improvement Fund of $75 million.” Note the mindset of this prominent member of the radical fringe that controls the BCTF. “A measly $100 million.” An extra $25 million? “Pocket change.” This is the same union boss who demanded that hundreds of teachers be hired last week, so reorganizing current classes in the middle of the school year to make them smaller by one or two students. Parents and students would endure yet another major disruption of the public school system. And who needs an increase in rural ambulance service or drug and alcohol treatment for street kids? Let’s get those teacher-librarians back in schools, and slightly reduce class sizes to offset declining enrolment. No government, BC Liberal, NDP or Green Party, can let its unions control their own payroll, just as no private company can. That goes double for this union, which had its own obvious role in provoking an illegal strike in 2012. It made outrageous benefit demands and cancelled extra-curricular activities for months before it even specified its wage demand. Both sides need to cease fire. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.
Mayors to get more TransLink say T O M F L ETC H E R Bla ck Pre s s
Transportation Minister Todd Stone is promising Metro Vancouver mayors new authority to set priorities for transit and road expansion, and a new deadline to decide if they want more funding sources. Stone announced Thursday he will bring in legislation this spring to give local governments authority to set policy, decide on fares, deal with customer service issues and sell assets in the system. He called on the mayors to work with the current TransLink board, which has that authority until the law is changed. “The ball will be firmly in the
court of the mayor’s council now,” Stone told reporters in Vancouver. Stone released a letter he sent to the mayors’ group Thursday, giving them the option of avoiding a referendum on new funding sources in conjunction with next November’ municipal elections. The province “is willing to extend the referendum window to no later than June 30, 2015,” the letter says, as long as the mayors agree on new projects and costing by June 30 of this year. If that deadline goes by without agreement on the basis for a plan, the referendum will be delayed to the 2017 municipal elections and the province will
withdraw its offer to pay the costs. NDP transportation critic George Heyman said Stone’s announcement lacks details of the promised new authority, and repeats an offer for the chair and vice-chair of the mayors’ council to join the appointed board that now controls policy. Stone’s offer includes a promise to provide one-third funding for a replacement to the aging Pattullo bridge, which is designated as TransLink’s sole responsibility. Stone previously told municipal officials they can avoid a referendum if they decide to use their existing authority to raise property taxes.
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Valentine’s Day Craft at Fort Langley Library Feb. 12, 3:15 p.m. to 4 p.m. Join library staff in creating something special for you and your family. All supplies will be provided. Please pre-register. Wonders of the Winter Woods with Langley Field Naturalist Society Feb. 12, 9:30 a.m. to noon at Campbell Valley Regional Park. Join Birds on the Bay and the Langley Field Naturalists. Our winter woods have a wonderful diversity of plants, lichens and fungi. We will have a go at identifying some trees and shrubs by their buds as well. Dress warmly. For more info contact 604-538-8774.
Gospel meetings each Sunday at 3:30 p.m. at the George Preston Commnity Centre. All welcome.
BC Housing Options for Seniors Feb. 12, 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Langley Senior Resource and Recreation Centre, 20605 51B Ave. Free and open to the public. Preregister at 604-530-3020. Drop-ins welcome.
Osteoporosis Support Group, Langley February Support Group meeting Feb. 17, 1 p.m. at the Langley Seniors Centre, 20605 51B Ave., Tami Bevan, a certified medical radiation technologist, will talk about testing for bone density.
Valley Women’s Network Langley Chapter meeting and buffet luncheon Feb. 19, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Cost $23 to $30. Reserve at: vwnlangreservations@gmail. com. For more info call: 604 530 7304
Murrayville Community Memorial Hall Society Annual General Meeting Feb. 24, 7:30 p.m. at 21667 48 Ave. General public welcome.
Langley Arts Council Tuesday Night Open Mic talent showcase at Frosting Cupcakery, 20411 Fraser Hwy. Feb. 18 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Singers, musicians, poets, writers, and artists are invited. Coffee/dessert special. Langley Lodge Seniors Health Education Series Living at Home Longer: Organizing for Aging Feb. 18, 7 p.m. at Langley Lodge. Home modifications and assistive technology that remove barriers to independence, downsizing, reducing clutter hazards, making things easier to find. Guest speaker: Susan Borax of Good Riddance Professional Organizing Solutions. RSVP Dayna at 604-532-4241, email: ddriscoll@langleylodge.org. Free internet Training at Walnut Grove Library Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. until April 29. Are you completely new to computers? Or do you know the basics, but want to use the internet and email? Please pre-register. Langley Lions Bingo every Tuesday night at the Evergreen Lodge in the hall at 5464 203 St. Doors open at 4 p.m., Bonanza pre-call at 5:30 p.m., cards sold at 6 p.m., start time 7 p.m. Vintage Riders Equestrian Club meets 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of the month at St. Andrew’s United Church Hall at 9025 Glover Rd. A non-competitive club for adults. Variety of guest speakers talk on horse related topics, and club activities are planned. Upcoming events include a
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Langley Seniors Community Action Table meets Feb. 19, 10:30 a.m. at Langley Seniors Resource Centre, 20605 51B Ave. Homeless Seniors Community of Practise. Everyone is welcome. For more details call 604-533-1679 or email: llyscat@ gmail.com.
TOPS - Take Off Pounds Sensibly open house Feb. 13, 7 p.m. at Douglas Recreation Centre, 20399 Douglas Cres. Free meeting. TOPS is non-profit. For more information phone Lynda at 604-856-8014. Céilidh (Kay-lee) down home style kitchen party with live music. Feb. 20 7 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church Hall, 9025 Glover Rd. Tickets are $5 at the door and include the traditional Maritime lunch of tea biscuits and jam Langley Writers’ Guild meets on the first, second and fourth Thursdays of the month at the Langley City Library, from 10 a.m. to noon. Readings, critiquing, workshops. All genres. For more info: call Doris at 604-534-3384.
Langley Senior Housing Survey conducted by Triple A Senior Housing volunteers advocating for affordable, accessible, appropriate housing options. Google “City of Langley”, click”Meetings & Events” for online survey or drop by Langley Seniors Resource Centre to fill in a copy. Deadline Feb. 15. Reunion for Langley Secondary School Grads of 1974. The 40-year reunion is being planned for the May 30-31 weekend. All ex grads and ex teachers are asked to contact Tom Barichello at tom_sharron@ shaw.ca or phone 604-534-0650.
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‘More Than Just Games’ AS THE WINTER OLYMPICS BE GIN IN SOCHI, THE LANGLEY CENTEN NIAL MUSEUM LOOKS BACK AT TH E 19 36 OLYMPIC GAMES IN NAZI GE RMAN Y M O N I Q U E TA M M I N G A Tim e s Re po r t e r
The exhibits have travelled from the Vancouver Holocaust Education CenAs the world’s eyes turn to Sochi, tre and will be at the museum in Fort Russia for the 2014 Olympic Winter Langley until March 16. Admission is Games, the Langley Centennial Muse- free. The exhibit also shines a spotlight um is looking back to a unique time in on the untold story of Matthew HalOlympic history. The museum is currently hosting ton, a respected Canadian journalist two exhibits: More Than Just Games: who wrote critically about the Nazi reCanada and the 1936 Olympics and gime from 1933 to 1936. Most media in Framing Bodies: Sport and Spectacle Canada reported only positive things about the Nazis and their efforts with in Nazi Germany. Then on March 6, a symposium on the Olympics. The exhibit includes some rare the Holocaust will be held in Langley in partnership with the Vancouver Ho- footage of the Canadian men’s basketlocaust Education Centre that will fea- ball team, in Berlin during the Games, and of Canadian ture a Holocaust athletes aboard a survivor and histoship on their way rian. to Berlin. The two museIn the exhibit is um exhibits, which an excerpt from a feature many panletter from then els and large picCanadian Prime tures, look at the Minister Mackprotest surroundenzie King, who ing the Berlin spoke positively games, the Jewish of Hitler.. It’s also athletes that had a reminder that to choose whethboth Canada and er to participate or the U.S. turned not, and the Nazi KOBI CHRISTIAN away boats full regime’s practices of Jewish people, and policies being sending them back to their death, put in the world’s spotlight. It is a story that is just as shocking said Christian. “Before the Games, the “no Jews aland thought-provoking today as it was then, said museum curator Kobi Chris- lowed” signs were taken down in Gertian. Since opening, the exhibits are many,” said Christian. This break in such public anti-Semitism was called garnering a lot of interest, she said. “So many people know the ‘big story’ the “Olympic Pause.” One Jewish athlete was interviewed of the Holocaust,” Christian said, “But by breaking it down and looking at it and his rational for still competing again through the stories of some of was if he showed he was a superior the Jewish athletes, you are appalled athlete it may sway the Nazi’s idea of by the sheer injustice and horror all Jews. But that athlete was sent to the over again. It is a significant reminder concentration camps where he was killed, notes the exhibit. that really hits home.” In fact, the exhibit looks at where One story that has touched Christian and other visitors to the exhibit is the some of those athletes ended up. “Some ended up in concentration story of German Sinti boxer Johann Trollman. Trollman was stripped of camps, and ultimately dying there,” the 1933 German light-heavyweight said Christian. “Although it is not a subject we’ve title, which he had fairly won, so he thumbed his nose at Nazi officials by featured here before, it’s something arriving at the next match with his that a lot of people have an interest in, skin whitened with flour and his hair and exhibiting here makes shows like these accessible to Langley residents,” dyed blonde. In 1939, Trollman was drafted into notes Christian. The Museum is also holding a symthe German army, injured in 1941 on the Eastern front. After returning to posium on the Holocaust on March Germany he was arrested, despite his 6, featuring a Holocaust survivor and a historian. The symposium will be service to his country. He was interned in a concentration held at the Fraser River Presentation camp where he was made to work and Theatre in Township Hall from 9 a.m. fight until a guard killed him with a to 12:15 p.m. For more information or for $5 tickshovel in 1943. He was 36. In 2003, the German Boxing Federation officially ets, call 604-532-3536. Schools are encouraged to bring sturecognized him as the winner of the dents to the presentation as well. 1933 championship.
Before the Games the ‘no Jews allowed’ signs were taken down. This break... was called the German pause.
Above: a panel in Langley Centennial Museum’s current exhibits, More Than Just Games: Canada and the 1936 Olympics and Framing Bodies: Sport and Spectacle in Nazi Germany describes how German Sinti boxer Johann Trollman was stripped of the 1933 German light-heavyweight title, after winning it fairly. Later, he was sent to a concentration camp where he was killed with a shovel; left: Media from all over the world, including Canada, praised the Games while turning a blind eye to the human rights violations being perpetrated by the host country. Su bmitte d image s
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A French gypsy jazz group, a Canadian unsung guitar guru and a veteran fingerstyle guitarist will serenade Langley at the 17th annual Fraser Valley Acoustic Guitar Festival, hosted by Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Headlining the festival on Feb. 15 is Van Django, a fourman acoustic string ensemble, featuring some of Canada’s most talented and eclectic musicians. Ari Lahdekorpi – a ‘journeyman guitarist’ who has worked with numerous blues legends and pop crooners – and Kent Hillman, who plays jazz, classical and South American music, will also perform at the KPU Langley event. “Most people are surprised that these internationally acclaimed artists would travel to the Fraser Valley to play a show, but these same artists love to introduce their music to new audiences. “It is such a thrill for them and to those who attend. And it is all happening right in our backyard,” says Don Hlus, event organizer. Hlus has been an instructor at KPU since the university’s music department first opened in 1993. He founded the event to entertain and inspire the Fraser Valley music community, and
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Parenting two girls is all Fort Gallery collective about survival of the chillest artists promise an With white knuckles gripping the steering wheel, frazzled nerves and a pounding headache that wouldn’t stop, I tried my hardest to tune out the pint-sized peanut gallery in the backseat. But even with the music cranked to max, there was no muting the chaos or the bumper-to-bumper traffic that seemed to go on for miles. “I want that doll, give her back right now!� wailed Zoe, my two-and-a-half-year-old feisty pre-schooler, who decided to take justice into her own hands and snatch it right back. “Hey, she took my baby — mom — you give that to me now,� demanded her distraught older sister, Molly, four-and-a half, from the opposite car seat. Even though it was the dead of winter, little beads of sweat began to trickle down my forehead — I was a ticking time bomb ready to go off at any second. In the front passenger side, my own mother, ‘Nana,’ remained cool as a cucumber. If she was aggravated, she sure as heck wasn’t showing it. I on the other hand, was having a tough time swallowing a big, fat proverbial chill pill. Deep breathing technique — check. Bite my lip so hard I can taste blood — check. Politely ask them to simmer down — check (ish). “Get me out of here now,� screamed Zoe, her cherubic cheeks reddening a deep crimson hue to match her unruly locks. “I want out. I want a cookie. I’m thirsty... I ... I pooped!� Astute olfactory senses told me she wasn’t kidding. And it turned out I wasn’t the only one who smelled trouble. ‘’Eww that stinks, I’m going to
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Every February 14th people around the world exchange gifts, chocolates and romantic greetings for a day set aside for lovers. Many traditions are followed, all in the name of St. Valentine. Still, people may not understand why such customs are upheld. Much of the history of Valentine's Day and St. Valentine himself is shrouded in mystery, and much of what's widely accepted is inaccurate. To set the record straight, here are some facts about the holiday.
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Day is believed to have originated from a celebration in Rome during the fifth century. This celebration paid tribute to St. Valentine, a Catholic priest. Other historians surmise it was a way to "Christianize" the pagan holiday of Lupercalia, which was a fertility festival. Included in the traditions were boys and girls drawing names from a box and exchanging gifts.
♥ The Catholic Church acknowledges at least three different saints named Valentine or Valentinus.
tence today was a poem written in 1415 by Charles, Duke of Orleans, to his wife while he was imprisoned in the Tower of London following his capture at the Battle of Agincourt.
♥ Valentine's Day is celebrated in the United States, Canada, Mexico, the United Kingdom, France, and Australia.
♥ Valentine's Day and Mother's Day are the most popular holidays to give flowers.
♥ According to Hallmark, women purchase 85 percent of all valentines.
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estimated one billion Valentine's Day cards are sent each year, making Valentine's Day the second largest card-sending holiday of the year behind Christmas.
♥ Candy was among the earliest Valentine's Day gifts and remains a popular gift today.
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of the stories surrounding St. Valentine -whether they are disputed or not -- paint him as a sympathetic and heroic individual.
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Above: Jaws dropped as members of the Langley atom A4 Eagles were surprised with the Stanley Cup last week at Twin Rinks. The team of nine and 10-year-olds was selected through the Scotiabank Surprise and Delight campaign. Five minor hockey teams from across Canada were selected as part of the contest for their off-ice work. Left: Eagles’ Gavin Collins is all smiles as he gives the cherished trophy a hug.
Atom Eagles win Stanley Cup GARY AH U J A Ti m e s Spo r ts
It is a trophy that has made grown men cry. And on Wednesday evening (Feb. 5), 17 awestruck Langley minor hockey players were graced by its presence. Following the team’s loss at Twin Rinks, members of the Langley atom A4 Eagles went upstairs to the banquet room of the Thirsty Penguin under the guise that they were being recognized by Scotiabank for their off-ice work. So the players — who are aged nine and 10 — filed into the room and sat down, ready to eat the post-game spread of sandwiches, veggies and cookies that were set out for them. But then following a few words from Karen Johnson, the manager of the North Langley Scotiabank branch, the curtain dividing the room was pulled back to reveal the Stanley Cup — and the players were given the surprise of a lifetime. There, in all its glory, stood the famed Stanley Cup, considered perhaps the hardest trophy to win in all of professional
sports. Jaws dropped for both players and parents, as only the Eagles’ head coach and team manager were in on the festivities. The team was chosen through the ScotiaBank’s Surprise and Delight campaign. The Scotiabank Community Sponsorship Program supports more than 5,000 minor hockey teams across the country and the campaign is recognizing five of its teams for their off-ice activities. Langley was the second one to receive the visit. The Eagles were chosen based on their actions back in November, when they spent a Saturday afternoon going door-todoor collecting food and money donations for the Langley Food Bank (The Times, Dec. 5). In just over an hour, they collected 363 pounds of food and $375. Johnson heard about the team’s off-ice efforts and they submitted the deed to Scotiabank and were selected. “The Stanley Cup is such an iconic example of what can be accomplished through
hard work, sportsmanship and determination,” Johnson said. “We are proud to recognize the Eagles for what they achieved as a team, both on the ice and off, through their volunteer work.” The team was treated to a special photo session where each player got the chance to pose with the fabled Cup. The first thing Aiden Spakowski did was search out the name of Jason Williams, his second cousin who won the Cup with the Detroit Red Wings in 2002. This was Spakowski’s second time seeing the Cup as he also saw it over the summer when the Chicago Blackhawks’ Patrick Sharp brought it to Thunder Bay, Ont. “It feels really good,” Spakowski said, adding he might have trouble falling asleep. And the next morning, his mom said he asked her if this was all a dream. “At first, I thought it was fake,” admitted Gavin Collins. “Then they told us it was real and I was just so excited.” Connor Kirkpatrick called the night
amazing and the highlight of his young life, so far. “This is probably the only time I am ever going to touch it,” he admitted. For Josh Henderson, he said this gives the Eagles something to brag about on the ice when they are up against the competition. “An event like this is always great,” said Mike Bolt, the keeper of the Cup, who accompanies the Stanley Cup on its travels and makes sure the rules are followed. He has done so for the past 25 years, in his job with the Hockey Hall of Fame. “That was one of the best reactions we have had in a long time,” Bolt said. The Cup was originally supposed to arrive a few hours earlier, but weather delayed the flight from Toronto, so Bolt said he had plenty of time to think about what they could do, but was worried about not having enough time. “For me, that reaction never gets old,” he said. “And the parents’ reaction was great too.” “That is what is amazing about the Cup — it is for everybody,” he added.
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land. “The rims are pretty unforgiving here.” The score was just 5-4 at the half in favour of Langley Christian and it marks the second straight year the Lightning have won the Grade 8 girls title. The Brookswood Bobcats had won the previous 15 titles. “At the start of the year, the goal was to repeat, to do this again,” Wergeland said. “And we are a strong
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Six straight district titles for Gators GARY AH U J A Ti m e s Spo r t s
Step one is done. “Same goal we have every year, get as far as we can with this group of kids,” said Walnut Grove coach Terry Stead. His Gators squad held off the Brookswood Bobcats 60-46 to win their sixth
consecutive Grade 8 boys Langley District basketball championship on Feb. 6. The game was played in the arena bowl at the Langley Events Centre. “This is just step one,” Stead said, as the team now readies for the always-tough Fraser Valley champi-
onships. The 32-team tournament begins Feb. 18 with just the top three making the B.C. provincial championships. If Walnut Grove does survive the Fraser Valleys, it would be the a straight trip to provincials for the program.
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Langley Christian Lightning’s Tia Tuininga hops onto Grace Wergeland’s back to celebrate their team’s victory in the Grade 8 girls Langley district championship game at the Langley Events Centre last week (Feb. 6). The Lightning defeated the H.D. Stafford Skyhawks 24-14. See story page 18.
Against the Bobcats, the Gators led 11-7 after one quarter and 29-19 at the half. They found some offensive rhythm in the third quarter to pull ahead 47-29. The ’Cats cut into the lead in the fourth, but lost by 14 points. Walnut Grove (8-0) and Brookswood (71) were the top two seeds, with the Gators having beat the Bobcats by 35 points, 60-25, in late January. “They played like Brookswood always does in big games,” Stead said. “They make you work for every point.” “Our press in the second half got some turnovers and helped change the tempo,” added Walnut Grove assistant coach Ajiab Gosal. Another factor in the win was the play of point guard James Woods, who led the team with 25 points. More importantly, he was able to handle the ’Cats full-court press with some outstanding dribbling. Dannon Sturn chipped in with 14 points and Azino Urefe added seven points. Brookswood was led by the inside pres-
ence of Sam Ready who had 14 points while Colin Ulle had nine points. The Gators are more of a guard-oriented team this year. But the team struggled with their outside shooting. “We didn’t shoot particularly well,” Stead said. “It is a new environment for the guys, they are used to having a wall behind the basket.” “Our message to them was to just try and get to the basket,” he added. Walnut Grove has a pair of tournament titles under their belt, but they know the Fraser Valleys will be a challenge. “We want to be in the mix, but it is going to be tough,” Stead said. In the third place game, the Credo Christian Kodiaks defeated the Betty Gilbert Raptors 38-35. In the semifinals, Walnut Grove had defeated Credo Christian 58-30 while Brookswood knocked off the Raptors 52-34. All four Langley teams move on to the Fraser Valley championships, which begin Feb. 18 and wrap up on Feb. 24.
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Walnut Grove Gators’ Azino Urefe soars to the hoop against the defence of Brookswood Bobcats’ Jacob Jelic during the Grade 8 boys Langley district championship game at the Langley Events Centre last week (Feb. 6). The Gators won the title 60-46.
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Langley Christian Lightning’s Brennan Gardner drives past Walnut Grove Gators’ Dalton Hayes during the junior boys Langley District championship game at the Langley Events Centre last week (Feb. 6). The Lightning won 41-33.
For the first time in school history, the Langley Christian Lightning are the junior boys Langley District champions. The Lightning knocked off the Walnut Grove Gators — who had won the previous five district titles — 41-33 last week (Feb. 6) at the Langley Events Centre’s arena bowl. “This is huge for our school,” said Langley Christian coach Danielle Gardner. “We are a small school and to be able to compete with the bigger schools is great.” Gardner has coached this group since they were in the sixth grade and said her team is usually at a disadvantage because they tend to get a late start on the season as they wait for the school’s volleyball players to finish up in the fall. The game was tight throughout with the score knotted at 17 at halftime. Neither team could buy a basket in the third quarter
as the period ended with Langley Christian nursing a 22-21 lead. A big difference in the game was the teams’ respective free throw shooting. The Gators went 1-for-8 down the stretch — including missing the first seven — while the Lightning scored their final five points from the charity stripe. Langley Christian also took advantage of the long ball, hitting a trio of three-pointers in the contest. Brennan Gardner led the team with 14 points while Sebastian Colyn and Linden Bontkes each had 10. Walnut Grove was led by Sam McNicoll’s eight points. Andrew Goertzen and Ethan Kano-McGregor had six points apiece. For the Lightning, it came down to their defence. “For us, it begins with our defence,” Gardner said. “We wanted to go hard and play them for every possession and see where that left us.”
“That was a good team that we played,” she added. During the regular season, Walnut Grove finished atop the league at 7-0 while Langley Christian’s lone league loss was a 50-35 defeat to the Gators back in December. In the semifinals, the Gators beat the Brookswood Bobcats 52-32 while the Lightning beat the Langley Saints 50-42. In the third-place game, Brookswood defeated the Saints 47-34. All four advance to the Fraser Valley championships, which begin Feb. 17 and wrap up Feb. 22. “Our goal at the start of the year was to be in the top two in Langley and make the Fraser Valleys,” Gardner said, adding that being the top team from Langley should give her squad better seeding for the Fraser Valleys. “Right now, we just have to keep working hard and playing tough,” she said.
’Cats return to championship form GARY AH U J A Ti m e s Spo r t s
It was all about redemption for the Brookswood Bobcats. The junior girls basketball team had their string of 13 consecutive Langley District championship titles ended last year by the Walnut
Grove Gators. But a dramatic last-second 36-35 victory over the Langley Christian Lightning in this year’s title game returned the ’Cats to glory. The game was played last week (Feb. 6) in the Langley Events Centre’s arena bowl.
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Brookswood Bobcats’ Julia Marshall comes up with the block on Langley Christian Lightnings’ Hannah Krepp during the junior girls Langley District championship final at the Langley Events Centre last week (Feb. 6) with the Bobcats pulling out a thrilling 36-35 victory. season with Brookswood beating Langley Christian by three points in their game. Both teams advance to the Fraser Valley championships — which begin Feb. 17 and wrap up Feb. 22 — as do the Credo
Christian Kodiaks and the R.E. Mountain Eagles. The Kodiaks beat the Eagles 32-24 in the third-place game. “The first step was to win Langley Districts and now we will see what happens,” Cameron said.
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Advertising Sales Consultant The Langley Times, a twice-weekly award-winning newspaper has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time sales person. The successful candidate will have a university or college education or two years of sales experience – preferably in the advertising or retail industry. The ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service is a must. The winning candidate will be a team player and will also be called upon to grow the account list with an aggressive cold calling mandate. The ability to work in an extremely fast paced environment with a positive attitude is a must. We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan coupled with a strong benefit package. Black Press has more than 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless. Please submit your resume with a cover letter by Wednesday, March 5, 2014 to: Kelly Myers The Langley Times, #102-20258 Fraser Highway, Langley, B.C. V3A 4R3 or email to admanager@langleytimes.com No phone calls please.
Black Press is looking for a Human Resources Administrator. As the largest independent newspaper group with more than 170 titles in print and online, Black Press has operations in British Columbia, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii and Ohio. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources, you will be responsible for the administration of HR-related documentation in coordination with payroll and other departments. This will include reviewing and processing a variety of HR documents, compiling data from a wide variety of sources, and efficiently organizing this information including the maintenance of files and records in written and electronic formats for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance. Inquiry assistance and interpersonal skills will be required as communication with a variety of internal and external parties is required for the purpose of ensuring accurate, authorized processing of employee information. Strong customer service will be a key component within this position as you will be required to respond to written and verbal inquiries for the purpose of providing information, coordination, administration and execution of many HR-related activities with discretion regarding sensitive and confidential information. Requirements: • Post-Secondary education in Human Resources or related field preferred. • Work experience in HR required, with demonstrated working knowledge of multiple human resource areas preferred. • Computer literacy, including effective working skills in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint • Attention to detail in all areas of work. • Excellent time and project management skills. • Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills. • Motivated individual with proven initiative. • Professional appearance and manner Qualified applicants should send a resume and covering letter by February 14, 2014 to: Robin Clarke Director, Human Resources Canadian Division Black Press Group Ltd. 34375 Gladys Avenue Abbotsford, BC V2S 2H5 email: rclarke@blackpress.ca We thank all those whom are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 114
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
127
HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS
QUALIFIED HAIRDRESSER to work in Surrey, Clayton area Seniors care home, Thurs & Fri. Call: 604-420-9339
DRIVER (CLASS 5) / WAREHOUSE WORKER
130
Growing Surrey building products company req. Driver / Warehouse Worker with clean BC driver’s license. Must be willing to work varied and/or extended hrs. Mon. – Fri. Leadership ability, positive attitude, dedication & willingness to learn rewarded with: EXCELLENT REMUNERATION & BENEFITS.
The Langley Times www.langleytimes.com
HELP WANTED
ENVIRONMENTAL Dry Cleaner in Langley looking for garment presser. Please send resume to laurasdrycleaning@hotmail.ca or call 604534-9929
EDUCATION
COUNSELLOR TRAINING ONLINE, Register before February 28 at www.collegemhc.com, Mental Health Counsellor Certificate/ Diploma, Recognized Available: Supervision, Membership, Insurance, Employment/ Placement Assistance, Client Referrals.
130
HELP WANTED
JOB OPPORTUNITY
F/T Tour Co-ordinator for White Rock Tour Co.
Advance MS office & customer service skills req’d. Coordinate all aspects of our overnight tours and other administrative duties. Excellent organization skills a must and event planning skills an asset. Preference will be given to those with tour organizing exp. Email resume to:
We are currently accepting applications for Permanent Entry-Level Warehouse Order Selectors, which will include timely and accurate order picking of grocery products in a safe, clean and team-oriented environment.
EV Logistics also offers flexible working schedules and a safe and fun environment. Successful applicants will have a safety-first attitude, available for day, afternoon and weekend coverage, have reliable transportation and proficient English communication skills. If you’re looking for long-term employment with career growth and want to work in a fun and safe environment, then EV Logistics wants to hear from you! Apply online at: www.evlogistics.com
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HELP WANTED
SALES
156
WILDPLAY Element Parks, a Canadian leader in nature-based recreation, is currently seeking a Marketing and Sales Specialist for our Maple Ridge location. For details and how to apply, visit www.WildPlay.com/careers
160
TRADES, TECHNICAL
BRANCH MANAGER & Counter Parts Person required for automotive parts, HD parts and body shop supply business in Wetaskiwin, Alberta. Parts experience required. Email: radirect@telus.net.
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
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HELP WANTED
Senior Payroll Administrator Black Press is looking for a Senior Payroll Administrator. Black Press is a leading printer and publisher of more than 100 award-winning community newspapers and other publications throughout North America. Reporting to the Payroll Manager you will provide support for processing the payroll for 2000 employees accurately, on-time and in compliance with provincial and federal legislation, company policies and 6 different collective agreements across several provinces.
We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan coupled with a strong benefit package.
We require an analytical problem-solver with the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail. The ideal candidate will have CPA certification and several years experience in the administration of a computerized payroll system covering a large work force. A sound knowledge of payroll costing and liability recognition and reconciliation is also required.
Please submit your resume with a cover letter by Friday, February 21, 2014 to: Rita Walters, Publisher Peace Arch News, #200 - 2411 - 160th St., Surrey, BC V3S 0C8 or email to publisher@peacearchnews.com
No phone calls please.
You will be required to assist in the interpretation and application of company policies and collective agreement clauses with respect to compensation, benefits, vacation and other leaves. You will possess strong communication skills and are able to support our payroll administrators and department managers in a variety of processes. Experience in reporting, database management and export and advanced Excel skills are required.
This is a full-time, permanent position with a competitive compensation and benefits package. Qualified applicants should send a resume and covering letter by February 14, 2014 to: Robert Gale Payroll Manager Black Press Group Ltd. 34375 Gladys Avenue Abbotsford, BC V2S 2H5 Fax: 604-853-6535 email: robgale@blackpress.ca We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
MENTAL HEALTH
The successful candidate will have a minimum of two years of sales experience – preferably in the advertising or retail industry. The ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service is a must. The winning candidate will be a team player, a strong communicator, well organized and selfmotivated. The ability to work in an extremely fast paced environment with a positive attitude is a must. A car and valid driver's license is required.
Black Press has more than 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless.
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
CARE AIDE WORKERS
Fax resume to: 604-514-0886
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The Peace Arch News, a twice-weekly awardwinning newspaper has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time experienced sales person.
MEDICAL/DENTAL
EV Logistics is excited to announce a new starting wage of $13.80!
NO phone calls or drop ins plse
Advertising Sales Representative
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Required for PSR focused home. HEU Certified.
melinda@mandatetours.com
109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
$13.80/Hour
We offer a starting wage of $13.80 plus an attractive incentive program with regular increases as you progress.
Fax resume & Drivers Abstract: 604-513-1194 or e-mail: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
MECHANIC Required F/T for Vancouver
Outboard. Primary duties will include maintenance troubleshooting and repair of diesel & gas marine engines. Knowledgeable in vessel electrical systems is an asset. Must have own tools and a valid drivers license. Exc. Compensation Based On Experience. Please forward resume: vancouveroutboard@ telus.net
PERSONAL SERVICES 182
FINANCIAL SERVICES
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
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
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 257
DRYWALL
THREE STAR DRYWALL LTD Boarding, Taping, & texture. Small jobs welcome! Kam 604-551-8047
260
ELECTRICAL
Lic. Electrician A+, BBB member Expert trouble shooter, All types of Electrical work 24/7 604-617-1774 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899 ALL JOBS Big or Small. Panels, lighting, plugs, fans, hot tubs, etc. Guaranteed work. Ph 604-539-0708 Cell 604-537-1773 (Lic. 26110)
281
GARDENING
*Spring Clean *Pruning *Gardening *Garden/Shrub Removal *Fencing *Lawn Services. Call 604-597-8500 www.lawnranger1990.com
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
www.driveproducts.com
COME JOIN OUR TEAM! We currently have the following opening within our Surrey/Port Kells Branch:
Truck/Equipment Mechanic Experience in auto, truck and hydraulics an asset. Should posses your own tools, sufficient to perform repairs and service. We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefit plans and the opportunity to advance within the company. Must be able to multi-task in a fast paced environment.
284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION
Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000
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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.
REPAIR & INSTALL • Furnaces • Gas Fitting • Hot Water Tanks Winter Special!
$2500 FURNACE $725 HWT Licenced-Bonded-Insured
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 239
COMPUTER SERVICES
604-461-0999
287
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
CALL NOW! 604-312-5362
Please fax your resume to:
604-888-2029
Now is the time to get the jobs done that you’ve been putting off
or email: dscott@driveproducts.com
H Bath & Kitchen Reno’s H Sundecks, Patios, Doors & Mouldings H Full Basement Reno’s for that Mortgage Helper
PERSONAL SERVICES 171
NATURAL AIRFLOW HEATING LTD.
ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
4 Licensed, Full Service Contractor with over 25 years exp & all available trades. Many ref’s. Unbeatable prices & exc quality.
HEALTH ACUPRESSURE 11969 88th Ave. Scott Road
10:00a.m.-10:00p.m.
778-593-9788
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR
Repairs & Reno’s, Sundecks & Additions, New Homes
175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS
European Quality Workmanship CONTRACT OR HOURLY FREE ESTIMATES 25 YEARS IN BUSINESS
Per Molsen 604-575-1240
SUNDECKS
SAMCON BUILDING. Complete reno’s & additions. Over 25 yrs exp. Call Derek (604)720-5955 www.samconbuilding.com
Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.
• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...
Kristy 604.488.9161
threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
ANNACIS ISLAND PAWNBROKERS open ‘till midnight 7 days a week. 604-540-1122. Cash loans for Jewellery, Computers, Smartphones, Games, Tools etc. #1041628 Fosters Way at Cliveden. annacisislandpawnbrokers.com. DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 60% & DEBT FREE in half the time! AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free Consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1-877-556-3500 BBB Rated A+ If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
242
CONCRETE & PLACING
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
778-231-9675, 778-231-9147
FREE ESTIMATES
Building Customer Confidence
Quality Renovations 604.230.2217 / 604.999.5890
www.mdmservices.ca Serving Since 1993
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 338
PLUMBING
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 523
UNDER $100
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005
ALUMINUM 5’ STEPLADDER, in good condition. $18 obo. Call: (604)341-9758
• Additions • Renovations • New Construction
BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
CAT CARRIER, plastic with metal gate, never used, $30 obo. Call: (604)341-9758
All your carpentry needs & handyman requirements.
FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. (778)908-2501
SHOP VAC, 14 gal, 5 HP, like new, $55 obo. Call: (604)341-9758
MOON CONSTRUCTION BUILDING SERVICES Specializing in • Concrete • Forming • Framing • Siding
604-218-3064
320
100% Heating & Plumbing
Certified, Insured & Bonded Reliable & Affordable Journeyman Avail 24/7 Call 604-345-0899
MOVING & STORAGE
AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
341
PRESSURE WASHING
POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
604-537-4140 778-230-4150
STEREO JVC Receiver, CD/DVD, cassette & turntable, c/w remote & manual, exc cond, $100 obo. Call: (604)341-9758 TIRE CHAINS, fits some 15 & 16’’ tires, used only 1x, still in carry bag, exc cond, $50 obo. (604)341-9758
524
STAR CHOICE Satellite dishes, 1 basic & 1 high def, $125/both. Call: (604)341-9758 wii u - black deluxe set, also incls stereo headphones + 2 games, $220. Call: (604)882-0366
525
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
UNDER $200
UNDER $300
ELECTRIC LIFT RECLINER CHAIR, brown, like new, $300 obo. Call 604-882-3537
706
RIMS (4) for a 2007 or newer Ford Edge, $300 obo. (604)341-9758
329 PAINTING & DECORATING 356
RUBBISH REMOVAL
560
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
JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865
372
SUNDECKS
incls. paint & 2 coats
STEEL BUILDING...”THE BIG YEAR END CLEAR OUT!” 20X22 $4,259. 25X24 $4,684. 30X34 $6,895. 35X36 $9,190. 40X48 $12,526. 47X70 $17,200. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca
(Ceiling & Trim Extra) • Quality Guaranteed • Bondable • Ref’s Randall 604.353.8042
REAL ESTATE 625
FOR SALE BY OWNER
LANGLEY, 4 bdrm apt, $1130/mo, quiet family complex, no pets, call 604-539-0217
374
removal done RIGHT!
• Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates 604-787-5915/604-291-7778
www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca
627
HOMES WANTED We Buy Homes BC • All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com (604) 657-9422
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS 477
Michael - 604-533-7578
Rainbow & Majorca Betsy - 604-533-6945
CALL FOR AVAILABILITY LANGLEY CITY
CHESTNUT PLACE
Apartments
20727 Fraser Highway
1 & 2 Bedrooms avail incl heat/hot water/cable Criminal record check may be req’d.
Ph: 604-533-4061
LANGLEY DOWNTOWN - FM56
Spacious 2 bdrm, 2 Level apartment $990/mo. 1.5 baths, 5 appli’s, in-ste laundry, balcony, secure parking. N/P, N/S. Utils extra. Walking dist. to Safeway. Avail now. Call for appt to view:
Call 604-530-5646 or 604-230-3903 LANGLEY: *GREENWOOD MANOR* 20630 Eastleigh Cres Reno’d Bachelor & 2 Bdrms. From $650 - $850. Spacious Hdwd floors. By transit, Kwantlen College. Small dogs OK. 778-387-1424, 604-540-2028
Spacious, well maintained 2 bdrm units in a clean, quiet, very central highrise. 2 Min walk to Central City Skytrain, mall & SFU. Across from new Surrey City Hall. Adult oriented No Pets. $807 - $847/mo. 1st mo rent free. Shared purchase req’d. Call: 604-583-2122 or email: maycoop@shawbiz.ca
Park Terrace Apts CALL FOR NEW SPECIALS Spacious Bachelor, 1, 2, 3 Bdrm Suites. Heat & Hot Water incl. On Site Manager
TOWN & COUNTRY APARTMENTS
www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs
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.
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
Phone 604-530-1912 709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
DO YOU LOVE DOGS? We need loving foster homes for med.-lrg. sized dogs. 604.583.4237
BROOKSWOOD COMMERCIAL LEASE spaces available at 208th Street and 40th Ave. Sizes 7002100 s.f. $1500 - $4500. Call Frank @ Noort Investments 604-835-6300 or Nick @ 604-526-3604.
LABRADINGER (Lab/Springer X) pups, ready to go now, $500. Med size dogs. Call/text (604)845-3972 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
5555 208th Street, Langley Studio - 1 & 2 bdrms. Indoor swimming pool and rec facility. Includes heat & 1 parking stall. No pets
New SRI 14x70. 2 Bedroom on 55+ pad in Abby. $84,988. Chuck 604-830-1960
752 Painters SINCE 1977
Rooms from $99.00 incls. paint Over 2000 COLOURS provided by General Paint & Deluxe Premium Products.
CEILINGS OUR SPECIALTY Paul Schenderling
604-530-7885 / 604-328-3221
TOWNHOUSES
1965 FORD THUNDERBIRD 390 V8 auto trans, dual power seats, pwr windows, slide away steering sequential turn signals, front disc brakes, remote drivers mirror, exc cond!Aircared, passed inspection Rust free. Super clean. $15,000. Call 604-824-7560 (Chilliwack)
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ROOM SPECIAL
CALL TODAY! 604-803-5041 www.benchmarkpainting.ca
• DIFFICULTY SELLING? •
Short Term or Long term!
~ FREE TOWING ~
Pick A Part Used Auto Parts 43645 Industrial Way Chilliwack BC V2R 4L2
604-792-1221 1-866-843-8955
Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
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! $2250/month. Available March 1.
Hours: 8:30am-5:00pm 7 Days A Week www.pickapart.ca
The Scrapper
604.488.9161
741
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OFFICE/RETAIL
LANGLEY’S BEST RATES
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
Located in the heart of Langley, 650–2,600 sqft of office/retail space. Zoned C1 Commercialgreat for retail, office, general service, eating & entertainment and auction. Call for details:
2003 VW JETTA DIESEL TDI, blue, no accid, heated seats, fully loaded, 89,000kms. $12,500. 604-751-6313
(604)530-5646 or (604)230-3903
750
SUITES, LOWER 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. $1200/mo NP/NS. Refs req please. Anytime after 6pm 604-535-5899. SURREY 194A/73. 2 Bdrm, private laund, prkg. Nr. bus & shops. Avail now. $800. N/P. N/S. 604-613-8866
751
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LiPiteG Time Offer!
Sell your home FAST in the highest read community newspapers & largest online sites!
SUITES, UPPER
ONLY
TOWNHOUSES
ALDERGROVE 3bdrm T/H corner unit, clse to elem, new paint flooring, 5appls $1350mo 778-298-4812
ARBORETUM CO-OP
15350 105 Ave. Spacious 4 bdrm T/H. $1204/mo. Shrd purchase req’d. D/W, F/P, W/D hkup. Walking dist to Guildford Mall, library & rec ctr. Easy access to bridge. No Pets. Ph btwn 10am-9pm (604)582-9520
752
2004 F250 - 4x4, KING CAB, shortbox, auto, black, 180kms. $8000/firm. (604)538-9257
Sell your Home!
LANGLEY City 4-plex, 3 bdrm lower 1.5 baths, 3 appls, fncd yard. Avail now. NS/NP. $1135. 778-549-3491
752
TRUCKS & VANS
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
ALDERGROVE 32/267. 3Bdr upper nr amens, quiet family. Coin laundry avail, no dogs, avail immed. $995 incl heat/h.water. 604-644-8961.
TOWNHOUSES
WOODBINE TOWNHOUSES 9252 Hazel St. Chilliwack BC - Move in Incentive! Our Gated 5 acre Complex is Quiet and Family Oriented
6295005 6353866
for most complete vehicles
SOUTH SURREY
For more info call Mike at 604-792-8317 or 1-877-515-6696 or Email: wb@raamco.ca
639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES
PRICES PAID
Fully Furnished & Equipped
1,100 sq ft and fenced back yard
New SRI 2 bdrm, den, 2 bath double wide in Langley 45+ park $129,900. Chuck 604-830-1960
Difficulty Making Payments? No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing? We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663
AUTO FINANCING
LANGLEY - 3 bdrm. Glen Valley home (5 min east of Ft. Langley). Recently updated. New floor, paint, & appliances. Non Smoking $1700/month. Angie 604-530-5646
NEWLY RENOVATED $990 per month + utilities 3 BDRM - 1.5 Baths - 2 Levels
WANTED: BRITISH PAINTINGS. STERLING SILVER & MEDALS, ETC. CEF Est 1980. 604-727-0137
Ask about our
Pick A Part is environmentally approved and meets all BC government standards for automotive recycling
HIGHEST
We have 2 Playgrounds for your kids! And are “Pet-Friendly”
ANTIQUES & VINTAGE
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
Have it recycled properly
LANGLEY 200 / 24 Ave. 2 Bdrm, workshop, on acreage. Avail Mar 1. $1100/mo. Call: (604)880-1098.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 503
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
Has your vehicle reached the end of its useful life?
Villa Fontana & Stardust
ADORABLE PUPPIES -sm. breed & X’s. Vet Check, Deworm, Shots. $350+ Ready To Go (778)545-0311
New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $89,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $67,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.
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FREE: heat, h/w, cable TV, laundry & parking. No Pets BACHELOR, 1 & 2 BDRMS. SENIORS, ADULT ORIENTED
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
ANTIQUES/CLASSICS
HOMES FOR RENT
LANGLEY CITY APARTMENTS ON 201A
604-530-0030 www.cycloneholdings.ca
CANE CORSO MASTIFF - pure bred pups, shots, dewormed, vet checked. $1000: Call 604-826-7634
806
LANGLEY CITY 1-bdrm apt. Clean, crime free bldg. Incl. heat, n/p, refs. req’d. $710. 604-530-6384.
PETS .Hayden Painting 778-229-0236 Family Owned & Operated
736
Surrey Central
LANGLEY SxS Duplex plus 1/2 acre lot, reno’d, Rent $2300/mo. Asking $499K. 604-807-6565.
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
TRANSPORTATION
LANGLEY, central. Clean 3 bdrm. Recent upgrades. Family friendly. Large fenced yard. Close to shopping, schools & park. Avail now. N/P. $950 + util. 604-791-0211
MAYFLOWER CO-OP
TREE SERVICES
TREE & STUMP
715
TRANSPORTATION
LANGLEY: 5530 - 208 St. Quiet, clean, spacious 2 bdrm, 4 appls, hot/wtr, prkg incl. $915/mo. Res. Mgr. N/S, N/P. Avail March 1st. Call 604-534-1114 between 9am - 8pm.
Linwood Place Apts: 604-530-6555 Maple Manor Apts: 604-534-0108 1 & 2 bdrm apts, $650-$900/mo. Ask about our Move-In BONUS.
Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
RENTALS
LANGLEY 20238 Fraser Hwy. 1 Bdrm, inste ldry, storage & prkg. Mar1. $950/mo neg. 778-772-6902
MISC. FOR SALE
SAWMILLS from only $4,897 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.
APARTMENT/CONDO
ALDERGROVE: Clean, quiet, suites avail on Fraser Highway Bachelor Suite @ $620/mo and 1 Bdrm @ $670/mo (incl heat and hot water). Call David @ 604.328.4461
PRESSURE WASHER, Honda, 3000 psi, excellent cond, $300 obo. Call: (604)341-9758
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SPINACH
APPLES
product of California
99
CLEMENTINE
OKANAGAN GALA product of BC ($1.94kg)
88
¢
¢ ea.
RED
MANDARINE product of California (3 lb. clamshell)
3
$ 99
lb.
ea.
ASIAN CUT
BELL PEPPERS
ASPARAGUS
BROCCOLI CROWN
product of Mexico ($3.70kg)
product of Mexico ($4.14kg)
product of California ($1.72kg)
1
1
$ 68
78
$ 88
lb.
¢
lb.
BRAGG
HENGSTENBURG
LIQUID AMINOS L
KNAX CRUNCHY GHERKINS (1.5L)
3
$ 99 MONEY'S
SLICED MUSHROOMS (284ml)
2 for 1
$ 00
lb.
(473ml)
ea.
(946ml)
4 $ 99 7 $ 49 ea. ea.
MEDITERRANEAN GOURMET
SUNFLOWER OIL (1L)
3
$ 29 ea.
2014
Prices in effect Tues. Feb. 11 - Sun. Feb. 16, 2014. While Quantities Last