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Three Pitt councillors vow to keep eyes on spending by Moni s ha M a r tin s staff reporter
A bylaw that sets this year’s tax increase has won the reluctant support of three Pitt Meadows councillors, quelling fears that a split council would put tax collection in jeopardy. Couns. Bruce Bell, Janis Elkerton and Dave Murray said they would vote to pass the 2014 property tax rate bylaw at a meeting Tuesday as they ran out of time to slash this year’s tax increase any further. “We’re stuck with putting the budget through,” Elkerton said Monday. “We have to deal with the reality that we have to have a budget passed by May.” Failure to pass a property tax rate bylaw amounts to an offence under B.C.’s Community Charter, which requires municipalities to annually adopt a bylaw that authorizes them to collect taxes. See Taxes, p4
Residents object to closing dog park Noise the problem at Volker off-leash area by P hi l M e l nych u k staff reporter
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Gordon Westrand, with Spud, wishes the parks board consulted park users more.
Spud isn’t a big dog, but he still likes to run around and get some exercise and sniff out some of his peers in a safe environment. As of June 10, though, when the off-leash area in Volker Park closes and the fence is removed, Spud, a cairn terrier, will be look-
ing for a new playground. “I’m upset with fact it’s being closed,” said Gordon Westrand, Spud’s owner. “I just don’t think the public is being told why it’s being done.” The Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows Parks and Leisure Services Commission made the decision at its April 10 meeting after hearing from residents who live nearby. Parks and facilities director David Boag said the residents had a compelling case. “The closure, I would say, is
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Party of the century for Pitt Meadows City celebrates 100 years since incorporation by M o ni s ha M a r tin s staff reporter
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One hundred years to the day of incorporation, six pioneers immediately got down to business, their modern counterparts decked out in period costumes to recreate the momentous event on Friday. Bill Park, a former fire chief and grandson of the city’s first clerk, William James Park, watched from the front row as council hired and swore in its first constable, played by Staff Sgt. Major John Buis, who was dressed in a North West Mounted Police uniform from the 1800s and sported a coiffed, curled moustache. Council of the day passed resolutions to borrow money, send a delegation to Victoria, and instruct the clerk to write to Ottawa to inquire about a wharf at the end of Harris Road. Leslie Norman, the curator of Pitt Meadow Museum and Archives, described the meeting, held in the Number 1 School Building, as “short, pragmatic and quick.” Much has changed and much
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Rick Higgs, co-chair of the Pitt Meadows Centennial Celebration Committee, holds a schedule of events as he watches a re-enactment of the inaugural Pitt Meadows council meeting on Friday; (right) CAO Kim Grout and Mayor Deb Walters take part in the reenactment. hasn’t, says Mayor Walters, reminiscing about a time when the municipality had a population of less than 250. The present council now boasts four strong women, while debates about salaries and taxes continue to this day. Just like it did in 1914, Pitt Meadows is still begging Ottawa to chip in a fair share of tax dollars to build roads and fix bridges. “There are still the same problems and same issues, but everything is at a much larger scale,” Walters said. On Friday, each member of Pitt Meadows council portrayed a peer from 1914, whose names now grace
city streets: Bruce Bell was William R. McMyn; Dave Murray was Robert Sharpe; Janis Elkerton played William Reid; Gwen O’Connell was Roland Thomson, a First World War veteran who was killed in Somme in 1916; Tracy Miyashita, tucked her hair under a top hat, and wore a thick handle-bar moustache to evoke William Richardson. Maple Ridge Mayor Ernie Daykin took on the role of his district’s reeve John C. McFarlane as council reenacted a public hearing from 1915 to settle a dispute about a tiny, jagged sliver of land between the adjacent
municipalities. Between 4,000 and 5,000 people visited Pitt Meadows’ civic centre to celebrate the city’s 100th birthday on Friday, an event followed by a gala Saturday, which drew a perfectly costumed crowd of 180. “Often when we celebrate one of life’s milestones, we pause for a moment to reflect upon our past, present and future and the celebration of Pitt Meadows centennial is no different,” Walters added. “It’s our history and we learn from it. From our humble beginning, we have seen growth and development,
Maple Ridge Earth Day event focused on food by Phil Mel nyc hu k staff reporter
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Keira Goss, 5, considers putting a stone in the soup pot at the Earth Day event in Memorial Peace Park on Saturday.
When you hold an event in April, you can expect the showers that precede the May flowers. Earth Day was like that as the attendance at the event waxed and waned on Saturday according to the weather. “The Iron Chef competition was a great success,” said organizer Leanne Koehn, with the Ridge Meadows Recycling Society. Seven restaurants showed up at Memorial Peace Park to compete in the Iron Chef chili-tasting competition that was part of Earth Day this year. GM Restaurant claimed the spot as best overall and most unique chili, while Big Feast Bistro and Catering placed second overall, followed by The Well in Chances
Maple Ridge gaming centre. “They [GM Restaurant] had a fantastic tofu chili. Of course, it won the most original, or unique.” But when it came to a blind taste test as decided by a media panel, Big Feast was tops. Funds from the cooking competition went to Friends in Need Food Bank. “The Stone Soup went well. So many people brought so much food for it, it was wonderful,” Koehn said. Volunteers with Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Community Kitchen, which helps low-income people cook healthy food at low cost, made the soup. Stone soup is based on folklore in which hungry travellers arrive at a village, fill up a cooking pot with water and throw in a stone. When the villagers ask what they are cooking, they reply stone soup, but that it needs a bit of garnish to make
experienced struggles and celebrations and everything in between. Our future looks strong and prosperous and Pitt Meadows is a community to be proud of. I take great pride in saying this is home.” For centennial coordinator Erin Mark, the festivities were unforgettable. “The response was phenomenal,” said Mark. A hundred volunteers helped both events run smoothly and Mark reminds residents that the celebrations will continue until the end of the year.
it taste great. So, each villager pitched in with whatever vegetable they can offer until finally a soup is made and shared amongst the group. Community Kitchen also got restocked with groceries in the process. The Family Freecycle offered used clothing, toys and books while Cycle Recycle offered recycled bicycles. Five cultural events were sponsored by the community arts grant. Earth Day has taken place in Maple Ridge since 1970. Next year’s focus has already been decided. “Next year, our theme is, ‘water, water, everywhere.” While Maple Ridge has a lot of it, there’s scarcity around the world, Koehn said. In keeping with year’s focus on food, the Haney Farmer’s Market held its first market of the year, celebrating its 10th anniversary. Usually, about 3,000 people attend the event, but this year that number could be down slightly, Koehn added. The next Haney Farmers Market takes place May 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Victoria relaxes Victorian-era beer garden rules ‘It costs us to deliver’ The event in Albion Fairgrounds will go on unchanged, with a fenced-off beer garden because of security concerns, said Bates. The free event takes place July 26 and 27. “It’s not a priority and we don’t put a lot of emphasis on it,” said Bates. “We’d rather be known as a family event.” Opening up the entire spectating area in front of the stage to beer drinkers would require more security than the single guard now used, she explained. It will make it harder to police. “It’s just easier to monitor in a fenced area.” Deddy Geese, organizer with the Maple Ridge Caribbean Festival, wants to keep some
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Victoria will no longer require you to barricade yourself if you want to sip a beer in a beer garden at outdoor festivals. Instead, imbibers can sit with everyone else, and their families, thanks to another change announced in the liquor laws. The change is now in effect, the latest unrolled as part of the Liquor Policy Review, but it’s not having any effect on one of Maple Ridge’s signature summer events. “We have a beer garden and we’re not going to change it,” said Lorraine Bates, organizer with Country Fest.
kind of fence around the beer garden at the downtown festival, which takes place this July 12 and 13. But a metre-high fence would work better instead of the two fences more than two metres high, with a dead zone in between, that separated the beer garden from the rest of the crowd last year. “It’s certainly very interesting news.” With government support declining and less corporate support, beer sales are a major fundraiser for the free event which takes place in Memorial Peace Park, Geese said. “I think it’s a great idea. I think finally Canada has finally come to the age of responsible drink-
ing like they do in Europe.” This year, the beer garden will be managed by a separate caterer and it’s not sure what kind of area will be created. Geese said some people still get carried away and given a hot day, and prolonged drinking there could be problems. Municipal laws will also have an effect. Under the new rules, organizers could apply for a whole-site special occasion licence. That could require a perimeter fence, plus secondary fencing within the event where the liquor is being sold. Once people have purchased their alcohol, they will be allowed to consume it anywhere within the whole-site area.
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Inconvenient truth of pine beetle VICTORIA – Last week’s views on Earth Day myths attracted a fair amount of criticism. One tireless member of the “Alberta tar sands killing the planet” crowd scolded me for daring to mention that 60 per cent of the oil pollution in the oceans around North B.C. Views America comes from Tom Fletcher natural seeps. That’s eight times more than all pipeline and tanker spills combined, and it’s been going on 24 hours a day for the last 10,000 years or so. This fact blows another hole in the carefully crafted narrative that only Canadian oil exports to Asia would destroy our delicate ecosystems. That narrative is why the daily Alaska supertankers along the B.C. coast are ignored, as is the barbaric shale oil rush in North Dakota that can be seen from space. U.S. oil barons are flaring off the vast volume of natural gas that comes up with the more valuable light crude, while the U.S. environment lobby obsesses over the Keystone XL pipeline. Here’s another one that may upset people indoctrinated by our school system, media and our supposedly green B.C. Liberal government. B.C.’s recent pine beetle epidemic was caused by human carbon emissions, right? Everybody knows that. Gordon Campbell hammered the point home in
speeches for years. In 2012, I participated in a B.C. forests ministry tour of facilities, where hardy seedlings are grown for reforestation. Test plantings were also underway to see if the range of southern tree species is shifting northward due to climate change. During the bus ride, I asked the province’s top forest scientists if Campbell was right. The answer? We don’t have enough evidence to conclude that. As for shifting tree habitat, those decades-long experiments are continuing. The scientists confirmed what I already knew, which is that the most recent bark beetle epidemic is the latest of many. It’s the largest “on record,” but the record goes back less than a century. In 2008, I interviewed Lorne Swanell on the occasion of his 100th birthday. A graduate of UBC’s school of forest engineering, Swanell began his career with the forests ministry in 1930. After a year as a ranger, he was assigned to the Kamloops region to help deal with a pine beetle epidemic. Conventional wisdom on the latest outbreak holds that it spread so far because of a lack of cold winters, attributed to human carbon emissions. I grew up in northern B.C., and my last two visits to the Peace country were both in January. In 2004, I recall changing planes on the tarmac of Prince George airport, moving briskly in the daytime temperature near -40 C. That night, and subsequent nights, the mercury dropped to -50 C. In January 2013, I returned for some
discussions on the Enbridge pipeline route, and experienced a relatively balmy -30 C in the daytime. So when I hear people talk about the end of cold winters in northern B.C. because of global warming, it’s difficult to square with personal experience. I can hear the rebuttals already: ‘It takes long periods of extreme cold to kill the pine beetle.’ How long? Longer than those ones, of course.
“Conventional wisdom on the latest outbreak holds that it spread so far because of a lack of cold winters, attributed to human carbon emissions.” Similarly flexible theories are being advanced to explain the 17-year “pause” in Earth’s average surface temperature rise, the growing Antarctic ice sheet, and this past winter’s “polar vortex.” If anyone has substantial evidence that CO2 from human activity was the trigger mechanism for the latest beetle outbreak in B.C., I’d like to see it. But please, spare me the affirmations of quasi-religious faith that often pass for climate change arguments today. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.
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‘Blaming it all on Trustees share your frustration truckers is unfair’ Editor, The News: Re: Bad truckers give all a dirty reputation (Along the Fraser, April 25). My husband parks at the pullout west of 240th Street and both of us are disgusted with the garbage in and around the area. He has trucked for more than 30 years and has never peed into a bottle. I have spent time picking up garbage around the area, while waiting for him and have even thought of chaining a garbage can to the sign. I know it would be full in no time from people too lazy or cheap to take their trash to the transfer station. Truckers are not the only ones using the pull out. Travellers with motor homes, trailers and campers also stop there, as do people using it as a place to pull over for a rest and to have their lunch and dump their trash. Blaming it all on truckers is unfair and closing it down would be a shame. It is space that is needed. Fines are great, but that means more surveillance, and more garbage cans are needed for sure. Be prepared, if a TV or mattress can’t fit, it will end up in the ditch. There seems to be a lack of pride for many in our lovely little district. Garbage is regularly dumped on River Road on the way to the transfer station, in ditches accessing the dikes, ravines and streets. I’m always filling up garbage bags on my paper route. I’ll keep doing my part. Isabelle Wegener Maple Ridge
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Editor, The News: Re: ‘Trustees are missing the bus’ (The News, April 25). Although preparing a balanced budget is always a challenging task, this year’s budget process has been especially difficult. As a board, we share in the frustration of our employees who worry about the effects of the unrelenting budget cuts necessitated by provincial funding pressures. We will soon be discussing our concerns with the B.C. School Trustees Association, our MLAs and with the ministry of education. At the same time, we also worry about and want to minimize any misconceptions surrounding this process. To this end, we want to take a moment to address some of the most worrying misconceptions. First, we would like to begin by stressing that the board will not be making any final decisions on the budget proposals until April 30th. District administration and trustees have met with parents and affected employee groups several times since the proposed preliminary budget was released, and early indications are that we will be modifying a number of the initial proposals as a result of these consultations. Second, although there is a general sense that the proposed cuts are inequitable, we must clarify that the proposed preliminary operating budget does in fact include cuts to salaried administrators, managers and exempt staff. In fact, there have been cuts of over eight per cent to this employee group
since 2008, and administrative salaries have been frozen for years. The ongoing funding pressures are affecting all our employee groups. Third, we would like to clarify that trustees did not give themselves a cost of living increase. This is an unfortunate misreading of the recently adopted trustee remuneration policy, which merely outlines the processes by which the board considers trustee remuneration. Although this policy stipulates that, “Trustee remuneration may be adjusted for a cost of living adjustment on July 1st each year,” such an adjustment is by no means automatic, nor has this board made that adjustment at this time. Perhaps most important of all, we wish to recognize and acknowledge the value that all our staff bring to the education system. This board recognizes that any reduction in staffing means less attention to students while school is in session. We will continue to review all our options and will discuss all of these reductions with our local MLAs. Finally, we understand there is a sense that budget reductions could be avoided if boards across the province were to rally together and refuse to submit a balanced budget. History, however, has taught us that such a revolt would only lead to the prompt replacement of an elected board by a ministry-appointed trustee, who would implement all proposed cuts without consideration for community feedback. Not only, therefore, would we be
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Special event trains cost taxpayers Sunday Sun Run train was half full by Phil M elnyc h u k staff reporter
Participants heading to Sunday’s Vancouver Sun Run had the option of taking a West Coast Express train, but it came at a cost to Metro Vancouver taxpayers. The Sunday morning train from Mission to Vancouver was half full, with 522 people on board, while it had capacity for 1,036 riders. The average cost to run the Sun Run train from Mission to Vancouver is $18,500. With fares bringing in only $6,400, TransLink had to pay $12,100 for the run. “We’ve never received any criticism for having the Sun Run train. If anything, we have received thank-yous from people using the service,” said West Coast Express president Fred Cummings. But he acknowledged it does cost taxpayers. “Typically, they [special event trains] come at a cost. The revenue is usually insufficient to cover the cost.”
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offer a special event train is made well in advance, added Cummings. “We take a look at this on an annual basis. It’s all based on ridership, making sure we get sufficient revenue or sponsorship out of running that train.” While special event trains struggle to get enough ridership to pay costs, revenue made on the five Monday-to-Friday commuter trains to Vancouver pays for about 90 per cent of the operating costs. There are no plans to extend that service to the weekends, though. Ridership, or lack of it, is the reason West Coast Express offers no weekend trains into Vancouver for shoppers or sightseers. That’s been considered in previous years, but the numbers have never been there, said TransLink spokesperson Jennifer Siddon. “Over the years, we have explored ways to expand our service to include weekends. Unfortunately, we haven’t had the ridership to support weekend West Coast Express operations.”
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Maple Ridge Backyard Burning “Backyard Fire” is an outdoor fire where garden refuse such as leaves and small branches indigenous to the property are burned for the purpose of disposal due to garden clean-up or damage from high winds. Before you burn, please consider the Brush Chipping Program. For more information call the Ridge Meadows Recycling at 604-463-5545 or visit www.rmrecycling.org.
The Fraternal Order of Eagles wants improved safety without destroying the old growth trees on Fern Crescent.
If you do choose to burn, the following guidelines apply: • The urban areas of Maple Ridge are completely closed to any type of burning. • The rural areas of Maple Ridge may burn dry garden refuse from April 15 to May 15 with a permit if the fire can be located a minimum of 15 metres from structures and property lines. • Permits may be revoked and fines issued by the Fire Department at any time for non-compliance. • Permits are $25.00 available from the Maple Ridge Fire Department, Hall #1 or the Municipal Hall, Finance Department. To determine if you live in the rural area and are eligible for a burning permit, contact the Fire Department during the following business hours. Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm 604-463-5880 Visit our web site at www.fire.mapleridge.ca to view the rules & regulations of a fire permit. Thank you for doing your part to maintain a fire safe community. District of Maple Ridge, FIRE DEPARTMENT 22708 Brown Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 9A2 fire@mapleridge.ca
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Fern Crescent scenic, but is it safe? Not a ‘high crash’ area: RCMP
The service club’s Ea- sion between a female gle’s Hall is located just cyclist and Jeep farther across 132nd Avenue east along Fern Creswhere it intersects with cent on April 18. Fern Crescent. The cyclist suffered by Phil Mel nyc hu k Westbound vehicles serious injuries and staff reporter that don’t safely nego- was airlifted to hospitiate the ‘S’ turn could tal by B.C. Air Ambuend up on the other lance and was reported A local service club side of the road. to be in serious but with a hall nearby Phillips said he stable condition. wants safety improved dropped letters off to Phillips said the club on the scenic start of Maple Ridge munici- would like enforceFern Crescent that pal hall, as well as to ment of the 30 kilomeleads to Golden Ears Ridge Meadows RCMP tre-per-hour limit in Provincial Park. in November, but has the area or some safety “We wanted the mu- heard from neither. improvements without nicipality to take a look “There’s been no re- destroying the scenic at a way of improving sponse from the dis- 23302 surroundings. Thorncliffe Drive whatsoever.” Docket: the safety in115 the area Parktrict, “They come around Toronto Ontario 247 - JWT because we’ve had He was only Client: re- Participation there well Ads in excess M4H 1M1sevName: eral vehiclesTel go416•696•2853 out of minded of theJobissue of 30 kilometres per Production Contact: Lara Vanderheide control and land in our when Coun. Corisa hour. In the summer, parking lot,” said Eric Bell raised a similar it’s quite a rat race out Phillips, with the Fra- topic about road safety of there.” B:5.8125” ternal Order of Eagles at Tuesday’s council A crash can happen if T:5.8125” in Maple Ridge. meeting after a collisomeone runs the stop
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SPOTLIGHT ON: It’s the Home Show Weekend! Drop By and Meet Your Mayor and Council This Weekend It all starts this Friday at 4:00 pm! The 2014 Ridge Meadows Home Show runs Friday, May 2 from 4:00 to 8:00 pm, Saturday, May 3 from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm and Sunday, May 4 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Planet Ice. With more than 375 exhibitor booths, demos, how-to seminars, the Family Fest, West Coast Amusements Carnival and a ton of other great components, you and your family will have a great time seeing all the latest trends in renovation, remodeling, construction, landscaping, food, wine, fitness – you get the picture – there’s something for everyone.
Monday, May 12 9:00 am, Workshop - Blaney Room 1:00 pm, Committee of the Whole - Council Chambers Tuesday, May 13 6:00 pm, Council Meeting - Council Chambers Tuesday, May 20 6:00 pm, Public Hearing - Council Chambers Tuesday, May 27 6:00 pm, Council Meeting - Council Chambers Agendas & Minutes Agendas for these meetings are posted online the Friday before the meeting date. Go to mapleridge.ca, click the link under Your Council on the home page.
This is also the time we will unveil the 2013 Citizens Report. This 48 page magazine highlights some of the people, places and events of 2013, along with a look at the District’s financial performance and highlights of accomplishments of departments. There are a couple of new features that you might want to check out. Photographer Oliver Rathonyi-Reusz has done an amazing photo essay called “Your Maple Ridge: 24 Hours” that shows how our community never sleeps. There’s also a feature article on ‘Trail Boss’ Bill Archibald who has a legacy of 50 years of volunteer service to our community. This is our best report ever, and we hope that you will come take a peek. The publication will be available in print and online starting on Friday.
Council This Week Subscribe to the ‘Council This Week’ eNewsletter that provides a summary of issues discussed at Council Workshop meetings. Go to mapleridge.ca, click the link to ‘Notify Me’ and sign up today. Council Meeting Videos If you are unable to attend a Council Meeting, Public Hearing or Committee of the Whole meeting you can now watch these meetings on your computer 24/7. The entire unedited meetings are posted two to three days after the meeting. The video is indexed to the agenda package so that you can watch them in their entirety or click through by agenda item. Go to mapleridge.ca and click on the video link at the centre of the home page.
The admission to this year’s Home Show is only $4 for an individual and $7 for a family. We look forward to seeing you all this weekend for the North Fraser’s largest Home Show event!
INFORMED: Haney Farmers Market The Tenth Season Opens on Saturday, May 10 Haney Farmers Market has fast become one of the favourite destinations of area ‘foodies’ looking for incredible local produce to add to their dinner plate. Fresh fruit and veggies are just part of the cornucopia available at the market. You can get amazing meats and baked goods, honey, pickles, jams and other foods made with care. Best part is that you get to meet the people who make the food and learn that eating in rhythm with the seasons not only tastes great, but helps to support our local farmers.
We’d like to congratulate Eileen and Paul Dwillies, your Farmers Market managers, who were nominated as Citizen of the Year by the Maple Ridge Community Foundation. They have been a huge part of the decade long growth of the
May 2014 Council Meeting Schedule Mayor and Council encourage everyone to attend these important public meetings. It’s your chance to see how public policy is debated and enacted. Monday, May 5 9:00 am, Workshop - Blaney Room 1:00 pm, Committee of the Whole - Council Chambers
We are proud to be part of this year’s Home Show and we invite you to stop by and chat with your Mayor and Council who will be on shift throughout the weekend. They will be joined by staff volunteers and members of our Emergency Planning team who will have great tips for you and your family. It’s hard to miss our big bold booth featuring photos of some of our amazing citizens who have achieved great things on the world stage!
The opening day celebration will feature local dignitaries stopping in for a visit and the legendary carrot cake slice signaling the beginning of the Market’s year. A reminder that it’s Mother’s Day weekend, so why don’t you take mom out for a visit to the market and gather everything you need to create a gourmet dinner. Share the love!
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Market as the cornerstone of our community gatherings at Memorial Peace Park. Haney Farmers Market is looking for people interested in volunteering or busking at the Market. Get in touch with Eileen at 604-467-7433 or email hfminfo@haneyfarmersmarket.org
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There are going to be speeches and a dedication ceremony, and the folks from the Planning Department will be there to shoot video footage as part of the #MyHammond photo project that is one of the first steps of the development of a Hammond Area Plan in our Official Community Plan. This park has become a favourite stop for area neighbours going out for a walk or jog. The engaged members of this community have already organized events in this special place and it is one of the best places to sit and watch the sunrise, sunset or to watch the activity along the Fraser River that reminds us of the rich history of BC and the role that Hammond has played in the history of Maple Ridge. Just look at the view from the photo that accompanies this article. This park is a real gem in our community. We hope that the neighbourhood comes out to join us for this dedication.
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News wins national, provincial newspaper awards Colleen Flanagan came first in the black and white photo category for the largest circulation class, over 25,000. The photo depicts Al Clark, the original owner of the Stag Barbershop in Maple Ridge, clipping the hair of Maurice Collette.
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The Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows News collected four B.C. and Yukon Community Newspaper Association awards on the weekend. Colleen Flanagan earned first place in the black and white photo category for the largest circulation class, over 25,000. Carly Moir also earned first place in the collaborative ad design category, over 25,000. Flanagan and Moir were also part of the News team that place second in the ad campaign category. As well, the News placed second in the special publications category, over 25,000, for “Our community, our people” – a supplement profiling prominent local personalities. In addition to the provincial awards, the News recently earned three Canadian Community Newspaper Association awards. Phil Melnychuk placed second in the best business writing category, circulation over 10,000. Flanagan came second in best sports photo and third in best news feature photo, both over 12,500 circulation.
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Thomas Haney secondary vice-principal Kristi Blakeway has also been named as a candidate for the YWCA Women of Distinction Award. Blakeway’s work with Beyond Hello and Project HELLO, and her ability to inspire students to make a dif-
ference in the lives of those on the Downtown Eastside and elsewhere, earned her the nomination. She has been nominated in the Education, Training, and Development category, Project Hello is a program Blakeway started when she was working in the Coquitlam School District, then brought to the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows school district. She originally started with a group of students doing outreach work on the Downtown Eastside at Christmas time. They had gifts of essentials like socks, but Blakeway wanted to try and infuse a little Christmas spirit in them, as well. She had her class make up cards, which she suggested could be exchanged between people in the area. But when the students offered the cards to people in the streets, the reaction was, “If I write a card to my family, could you mail it?” They had seven such requests that first year in 2009, and with diligence and a little luck, they got the cards to five families. The effort became an organization known as Project Hello, and it has now reunited more than 300 people with their families, through cardgiving on both Mother’s Day and during the Christmas season. The YWCA Women of Distinction Awards honours individuals and organizations whose activities and achievements contribute to the wellbeing and future of our community. Awards will be handed out June 3. or join our
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To get three strangers to bond like a truly dysfunctional family, Amy Starkey made them explore and analyze. It took delving into their own families, a lot of asking “why?” “We needed to find the characters and the relationships before we could go into the comedy of it,” says Starkey, who directs Emerald Pig Theatrical Society’s production of The Attic, the Pearls and Three Fine Girls. “It had to come from a very authentic place before we could start throwing ourselves around the stage and going for the laughs.” In The Attic, The Pearls and Three Fine Girls, we meet Jayne, a closeted corporate shark; Jojo, a perpetually broken hearted professor and Jelley, an eccentric artist with a penchant for boxes. When their father dies and leaves strict instructions for a “wild party” of a funeral, the ensuing wild romp through the attic of their childhood home sees the Fine sisters do battle with themselves and each other, regressing, expressing and exploding, as they grasp and test the bonds of sisterhood. Collectively written by Martha Ross, Aless Dufresne, Ann-Marie MacDonald, Jennifer Brewin, Alisa Palmer and Leah Cherniak, it’s a play described as
a “remarkable balancing act of broad comedy and real drama.” Starkey enjoyed that challenge, juggling the play’s serious themes with elements of Commedia dell’arte. “It’s really going from one extreme to the other. That’s the beauty of theatre,” she says. “I loved that it had these wonderful, physical moments of clownish comedy …which was woven into this wonderful, human story about three sisters dealing with the death of their final parent.” It’s a play that’s also demanding for actors, who are tasked with transforming from adults to children at the snap of a finger. “In one scene, we are playing ages six, twelve and nine,” says Lisa Dery, who plays Jayne. With their faces painted white, emotions pop on the faces of the actors in Emerald Pig’s production, each reactions stark. “It’s an art of story telling. Even though there is real heart and meat to the people, we are not doing a naturalistic play.” The physical comedy and transitions have been extremely fun for Dery. “It’s zany and takes a lot of energy. We are all working on ways to warm ourselves up because it’s like being in an athletic event for an hour and a half.” • The Attic, The Pearls and Three Fine Girls plays May 1-3, May 8-10 at the Hammond Community Centre. Tickets. .emeraldpig.ca
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Laura Burke plays the role of Jelly and Dawn Marion plays Jojo and Lisa Dery as Jayne in Emerald Pig’s production of The Attic, The Pearls and Three Fine Girls, which plays at the Hammond Community Centre May 1-3 and May 8-10.
A trip down Broadway’s memory lane There’s something about the Broadway musical that’s infectious. Under the glare of stage lights, the stories woven through dance and music are unforgettable. The musicals are something people always know and remember, says Ed Marshall, who is directing a SPECC-tacular Productions tribute to the genre titled Nights on Broadway. “It doesn’t date. It’s just beautiful music.” The Black Crook is believed to be the first theatre piece that conforms to the modern conception of a musical, adding dance and original music to tell the story. The production, which premiered in New York in 1866, was a staggering five-and-a-half hours long, but despite its length, it ran for a recordbreaking 474 performances. SPECC-tacular Production won’t be travelling back to 19th century but Nights on Broadway is a trip down memory lane featuring music from Oklahoma, The King and I, Miss Saigon, Joseph and his Techni-Coloured Dream Coat, Phantom of the Opera, Chicago and Les Misérables. Clearly a bit of a Broadway fanatic, Marshall has seen all seven musicals and directs eight singers and a chorus of six to bring the magic of Broadway to
life, complete with costumes and choreography. If he had to pick a favourite musical, it would be Les Mis, a musical based on the novel of the same name by French writer Victor Hugo. “It’s got a strong story line and I like the way the production was put together,” says Marshall, of transformation of Jean Valjean from a bitter, desperate man to a kind, caring human. To prepare for the show, singers have been filling their brains with notes and lyrics. Marshall’s continually humming the tunes and listening to backing tracks. “We’ve had a limited rehearsal time, so it’s been a challenge. We’ve had to bulk up on our rehearsals and get all the words down,” he says, adding the audience is guaranteed to be “thoroughly entertained.”
Showtime SPECC-tacular Theatre Productions performs Nights on Broadway on Saturday, May 3 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the ACT in Maple Ridge. Tickets: $20 for adults, $15 for seniors/ students. Call the box office at 604-476-2787.
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(Back) Lydia Querengesser and Derek Barnett will be performing songs from Phantom of the Opera and Joshua Nicholas will be performing tunes from Oklahoma in SPECCtacular Productions ‘Nights on Broadway’ which plays the ACT Saturday, May 3.
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Fundraiser May 3 for the Christmas Festival Society The Maple Ridge Christmas Festival Society is proud to present The Maple Leaf Singers in concert at The Ridge Meadows Seniors Society on Saturday. Led by music director Wilson Fowlie, The Maple Leaf Singers are one of British Columbia’s oldest show choirs. They have an eclectic repertoire, which includes a song about the Legendary Royal Hudson Steam train, composed by Maple Ridge resident David Baker. For this concert the Maple Leaf Singers will be joined by Jessie Kazemir, an incredibly talented young fiddler who is a graduate of the internationally renowned North Shore Celtic Ensemble. The combination of experienced vocal harmony and youthful instrumental enthusiasm, promises an evening of funfilled highly enjoyable entertainment The proceeds from the concert will go to The Maple Ridge Christmas Festival Society, a non-profit group which puts on the annual Christmas In the Park and the Santa
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Youth Week at the ACT Celebrate Youth Week at the ACT in Maple Ridge May 1-7. CRE8 Youth Day takes place May 6 from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Learn cartooning, acting, voice-over and special effects make-up from five professional artists who will share their experiences and tips for working in the industry. Tickets include snacks, swag and a ticket to see DISSOLVE. Participants will be entered to win a Samsung Galaxy 7 plus more great prizes. Tickets for youth ages 13-17 are $5. To register for the workshops, call 604-476-2787.
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Medical pot rules unleash ‘bedlam’ among B.C. docs by Jef f Nage l Black Press
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‘Midnight Express’ brings home track title In a race now dubbed the “Midnight Express,” four Grade 8 girls on the Maple Ridge secondary track and field team won the 400-metre relay Friday evening to give the school its first girls’ team meet title in Chehalis, Washington in 15 years. MRSS members had competed all day against 20 U.S. girls’ teams and needed to win the final event to take the title.
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John Carinha, with his nine-year-old son Brandon, who has autism, started out building an Angus Expedition rowboat in his basement.
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Dad to row 1,000 km for his son Pitt Meadows businessman raising awareness for autism by M ari o Bar te l Black Press
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ohn Carinha had never paddled a boat further than five kilometres. In June, the love of his son, Brandon, will propel Carinha to row 1,100 km around Vancouver Island. Brandon, 9, has autism. What started as a basement hobby project to construct an Angus Expedition rowboat became Row4Autism to raise awareness about autism, as well as money for recreational community grants that use sports and fitness to connect with autistic children. Carinha, who owns Aeronav Avionics at Pitt Meadows Regional Airport, had previously built a couple of small skiffs to putter around local lakes with his three kids, go crabbing with his wife. He wanted to challenge
his handiwork further, so he ordered plans for the expedition rowboat from Colin Angus, a renowned boat builder and adventurer who’d piloted a similar craft across the Pacific and Atlantic oceans. But it wasn’t until he saw a film at the Vancouver Film Festival about inspiring human-powered feats that he was able to give his construction project a greater purpose. It turns out he was right beside him, handing his dad tubes of epoxy, looking over his shoulders at the boat’s plans and paper templates. Carinha connected with the Canucks Autism Network and the idea of Row4Autism was born. To prepare for his epic journey Carinha has been working out on a rowing machine in the gym, running and rock climbing. He’s paddled his boat from Point Roberts to English Bay, a distance of about 50 km over open water. “Your back is sore, your hands are sore,” said Carinha of the gruelling
toll rowing long distances can exact. “It’s more a mental game, making yourself comfortable with being uncomfortable.” Carinha expects it will take him four to five weeks to complete the voyage, with days built-in to recover or ride out rough weather. And he anticipates no shortage of that, especially as he traverses Seymour Narrows, Johnson Strait or rounds Cape Scott, areas that are notorious for their converging currents and intense weather systems. “That shakes your nerves a bit,” said Carinha, who used GoogleEarth to plot his route and places of refuge should the going get tough. “You realize how truly small you are in the world.” The voyage will be self-contained. Carinha will be packing all his supplies in watertight compartments in the 18-foot rowboat and he’ll store caches of food along the way. Carinha estimates he’ll eat 6-7,000 calories a day, most of it pasta and
sauces, trail mix, dried fruit and fish he hopes to catch while on the water. The whole adventure is being captured on video for a film that will eventually be submitted to the Vancouver International Mountain Film Fest. Carinha’s nephew, Andrew Santos, a second-year student at Vancouver Film School, has been documenting the boat construction, preparation and training. And while Carinha hopes his journey will help people understand autism better, it’s the shared moments of connection with his son that fuel his resolve. Like the night Brandon shot out of bed, ran into the living room, wrapped his arms around his dad and said, “Thanks for rowing around Vancouver Island for me.”
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The Garibaldi secondary water polo team came second at the high school provincial championships on the weekend. The Maple Ridge Ramblers placed third. Kaelen Osmond and Ava Morrant were standouts for Ridge in the bronzemedal victory.
Big catch The Pitt Meadows Marauders won a high school fly-fishing tournament Fraser Valley Trout Hatchery on the weekend. MRSS placed second in the relays.
Jr. Rams win The Maple Ridge secondary junior girls’ soccer team advanced to the playoffs with a 1-0 win last week. MRSS previously defeated the Pitt Meadows Marauders 4-2, with Cassie Girard netting three goals. Cassidy Hoffert also scored, while Amanda Apps, Charlie Berazen and Kylana Bradburry were standouts on defense.
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The Aldergrove chapter of the Back Country Horsemen Society of B.C. is saddling up to celebrate the notfor-profit organization’s 25th anniversary. From May 30 to June 1, around 300 to 350 campers, approximately 115 horses and attendees from all over B.C. are expected to trot on over to the Maple Ridge Equi-Sports Center (21973– 132 Ave.) for Rendezvous 2014 – an annual fundraiser that is held in various locations across the province. This year’s event will offer plenty to do, including a live performance by Canadian Country Music Award nominee Aaron Pritchett, with special guests One More Girl – a CCMA winner. “For those who are camping with their horses, there will be opportunities for trail rides. And for those who don’t own horses, there are plenty of events to keep you busy.” • For more information, visit www.bchorsemen.org.
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BURRELL, Barbara Louise (Abbott) Jan 6, 1953 - April 22, 2014 Barb was born in Vancouver BC in 1953. She married the love of her life Lorne on November 19th, 1971 and had two beautiful children, Douglas and Laura. Barb passed away unexpectedly on April 22nd, 2014. Barb was predeceased by her parents, Joyce and Gordon Abbott. Barb will be greatly missed by her husband of 43 years Lorne, her children Douglas (Edie) and Laura (Lev), her sister Bonnie, her 8 grandchildren, sister-in-law Roma and many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank all the staff at Maple Ridge Hospital for all the help and support that was given throughout this difficult time. A Celebration of her Life will be held on May 2nd, from 12-2pm at the Maple Ridge Royal Canadian Legion, 12101 224 St, Maple Ridge. Please join the family afterward at the Army & Navy Club, Unit #379, located at 22326 North Ave, Maple Ridge where Barb was an executive member. Special thank you to Judy for helping in our time of need.
LAMBERINK, Herman Born February 27th, 1927 in Hardenberg The Netherlands. He went peacefully to be with his Lord at 9:05am, April 26th, 2014 in Maple Ridge, B.C. Survived by his loving wife of 60 years Diny, his 4 daughters: Alice Perkin (George), Geri Page (Mike), Irene Reimer (Ric), and Joanne Katongo (Victor). Also 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren. The Memorial Service will be held at Maple Ridge Christian Reformed Church 20245 Dewdney Trunk Road at 2pm, on Friday May 2nd, 2014. Expressions of sympathy can be made at: www.gardenhill.ca
It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to the most caring, giving and loving wife, Mom, Gramma, sister, aunt and friend. She lived her life for others, always there to help when needed. She was an entrepreneur, Chairperson for Citizens for Better Mental Health and advocate for all. Wendy Anne Nielsen (nee Brown) passed away peacefully after a brief but hard fought battle with cancer at age 62. She is survived by her husband of 40 yrs, Ejnar (Ike), 3 children Michael, Shayley and Michelle. Her granddaughter Nevada, sister Susan Johnson, father Robert Johnson, and many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her mother Nelly (1984), father Frederick (1954), sister Brenda (1989), brother Robert (1958). We know she will be watching over us all until we meet again. We all love you and you will be greatly missed. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Burnaby General Hospital Palliative care unit. Services will be held at the Garden Hill Funeral Chapel, 11765 224th St., Maple Ridge on May 3, 2014 at 11am.
L’HEUREUX Frances (Nee Clarke) April 18, 2014
It is with a profound sense of loss that we share the passing of Frances (Fran) L’Heureux, beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. After an all too brief battle with Multiple System Atrophy (MSA), Fran passed peacefully on April 18th with her family by her side. She is survived by her daughters Charmaine (Wes), Nadine (Gerald), Nikki (Kevin), son Chuck (Darcy, Kristy, and Kathleen), and step-son Marc (Colette and family): grand-children Neil, Amanda, Braeden, Dustin, Aja, Kylee, Logan, Breanne, Elann, Sierra, Savannah, Cynthia and Makenzie: great-grandchildren Cassidy and Kai and extended family. She was predeceased by her parents, Francis and Helen Clarke, husbands, Marcel Dancoisne and Lloyd L’Heureux, son, Gary Dancoisne, sisters, Jean Steendahl and Leslie Carew, step-son Serge L’Heureux and grandson-in-law Robert Manning. Fran’s most cherished times were spent surrounded by family, whether it was picnics in the park, Sunday brunches or Christmas day. Her garden also held a sense of pride; she loved spending time nurturing its design and growth and then reaping the rewards of its peace and serenity. The community of Fort Langley had become her home away from home over the past 30 years, where she enjoyed the many lasting relationships she built there. A Celebration of Life will be held at Fort Langley Golf Course 9782 McKinnon Crescent Langley, BC on Saturday May 3rd, 2014 at 1:00 pm. Thank you to all those medical professionals who provided care and support to Fran and her family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Multiple System Atrophy Parkinson’s Society Canada. Online condolences to the family may be made at: www.woodlawnfh-abbotsford.com
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Much beloved and honoured, Hazel Schiedel (nee Provins) passed away peacefully, with her family at her side, on Good Friday, April 18, age 93. Hazel was born in Kamloops in 1920 and was the eldest of three girls born to Bert and Eliza Ann (Lizzie) Provins, previously of Yorkshire, England. The premature death of her father, in 1933, shaped Hazel’s early years. Her hard work and dedication enabled her to rise up out of poverty and to graduate from St. Paul’s Hospital School of Nursing, in 1942. It was while in training, that she developed a respect and admiration for the Catholic Sisters that was to help shape her life. After graduating from UBC with a Diploma of Public Health, she moved to Maple Ridge in 1946, where she thrived as the Public Health Nurse serving the rural east side of the community. In 1948, Hazel met Ian Schiedel and they were wed in 1950. She is survived by their four children: Marnie (Terry) Lajeunesse, Jim, Nancy Preston, and Don (Oria), Mike Sparkes (nephew), four grandchildren and three great grandchildren and by Marie Brownlees, long time friend. Hazel is predeceased by her husband Ian (1987), sisters Thelma Sparkes (1951) and Barbara Jarvis (2006). Mum, we remember summers at Boundary Bay and winter drives in the Volkswagon van to California. We remember to look for “magical moments”, that life is a “collaboration” and “good luck, kiddo” Special thanks to Doctor Warmenhoven and the Staff at Baillie House, in particular Shara, Jeet and Leigh Ann, on at Mum’s passing. Memorial Service - 1 p.m on Saturday, May 10, 2014, St George’s Anglican Church, 23500 Dewdney Trunk Rd., Maple Ridge. In lieu of flowers - Please donate to your favorite charity.
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Bob Charlton of Calgary, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2014 at the age of 78 years. Bob was born in New Westminister, BC; raised in Port Hammond and was a graduate of Maple Ridge BC. He will always be remembered as a loving devoted family man and for his devotion to Mount Royal University where he worked for 19 years as head of Security. Bob performed volunteer work for the Transitional Vocational Program where he kept active in his retirement office at MRU. Bob served in the Canadian Military for 25 years and retired a Warrant Officer. Bob was decorated with the Special Service Medal and Bar, Canadian Peacekeeping Service Medal, International Commission for Supervision and Control Indo-China (ICSC) and the Medal of Military Valour and Bar. He served in Vietnam as a Canadian Peace Keeper, was loved and respected by many, and a devoted friend to all. Donations may be made in honor of Bob to the Mount Royal University Bob and Christel Charlton Memorial Scholarship. Bob is survived by his loving children Rob (Heather), Judy, Renate and Petra; his 3 loving grandsons, 3 granddaughters, 4 great granddaughters, one great grandson; his sister Jackie (Bill), brother John (Colleen) and numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Bob was predeceased by his loving wife Christel of 51 years, and his parents Jack and Carrie Charlton. Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Park Memorial Chapel (5008 Elbow Drive S.W. Calgary, AB) on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Memorial Services will be held at Ross Glen Hall at Mount Royal University on Sunday, May 4, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. In living memory of Bob Charlton, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES Park Memorial Chapel, 5008 ELBOW DRIVE S.W. Calgary, AB, T2S 2L5, Telephone: 403-243-8200. Family Owned
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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.
Landscaping Business for Sale This well established business servicing Strata and Commercial properties in Kamloops, B.C, comes with all the tools and equipment work trucks & trailors needed to run this business. Signed contracts are in place, with business grossing 400,000.00 annually. For more information I can be contacted at kamloopsliving@gmail.com SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.
109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYERS CAN’T FIND the work-at-home Medical Transcriptionists they need in Canada! Get the training you need to fill these positions. Visit CareerStep.ca/MT to start training for your work-athome career today! LEARN FROM HOME. EARN FROM HOME. Huge demand for CanScribe Medical Transcription graduates. Start your online learning today with CanScribe Career College. w w w. c a n s c r i b e . c o m . 1.800.466.1535 info@canscribe.com.
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UP TO
$1000* OFF TUITION IF YOU START YOUR PROGRAM BEFORE JUNE 30, 2014
HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT
Career Opportunities: Community Health Worker O Care Aide Home Support O Acute & Complex Care
CALL MAPLE RIDGE: 604.457.3600 OR VISIT SPROTTSHAW.COM
*conditions apply
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HELP WANTED
Earn Extra Cash! Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows NEWS
Available routes in Maple Ridge 40100109 - 113 Ave., Gillis Pl., Harrison St., Telosky Ave. 40210209 - 122 Ave., 123 Ave., 227 St., Hinch Cres. 40220261 - 124 Ave, 126 Ave, Blackstock St, Grace St. 40220270 - 123 Ave, 124 Ave, 221 St, Canuck Cres, Gray Street. 40310304 - 214 St., Ashbury Crt., Dewdney Trunk Rd., Hood St. 40310306 - 117 Ave., 118 Ave., Barker Ave., Fraserview St., Penny Lane. 40310310 - 117 Ave., 212 St., Cutler Pl., Fraserview St., Laity St. 40310315 - 117 Ave, 207 St, 209 St, Graves St, River Rd, Steeves St, Stoney Ave. 40310316 - 115 Ave., 207 St., 207A St., 209 St., Golf Lane, River Rd., Steeves St. 40320350 - 123 Ave, 124 Ave, 214 St, Charlton St, Cherry Pl, Laity St. 40330328 - 114 Ave, 209 St, Dartford St, Lorne Ave, :DUHVOH\ 6W :HVWÂżHOG $YH
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604.476.2740
brian@mapleridgenews.com
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EDUCATION
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130
PERSONAL SERVICES
HELP WANTED PIPELAYER
TIEGEN EXCAVATING, Mission seeking a pipelayer,VancouverHope. Experience with Blueprint, structural drawing reading required, know H2O related construction & excavating, basic computer skills an asset. Willing to get training & increase knowledge, able to multi task, works well with others! Able to work alone & make responsible decisions, possess other excavating skills, eg: basic building, landscaping, machine driving, familiar with local enviro concerns. Willing to work in any weather, reliable vehicle & clean driving record, excellent customer service skills. On-site labour, consultations with staff on drawings & excavating work. Pay is $12.50/hour to start, 5 days per week. Please email resumes in a PDF or Word document with valid references to: jason@tiegenexcavating.com
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
LEGAL SERVICES
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
GARDENING
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12776 256 St. Maple Ridge
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FARM WORKERS
TH Restaurant Services LTD. o/a Tim Hortons
AUJLAS’ FARMS LTD FARM LABOURERS required 5 or 6 Days/Week 40 or 50 Hours/Week $10.33/Hour Horticultural work such as: Planting, pruning, spacing and harvesting the crop. Employment starts early July’14 Submit your application to: Phone: 604-465-8153 or by Fax:604-465-9340 or by mail:12554 Woolridge Rd., Pitt Meadows, B.C. V3Y 1Z1
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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
RENOVATIONS & REPAIRS Bathroom Grab Bars Wheelchair Ramps Carpentry - Plumbing - Electrical GREAT WORKMANSHIP 10 Years Experience
FOOD COUNTER ATTENDANTS
Prompt Delivery Available
7 Days / Week
www.timhortons.com Or in store at: 100 - 20201 Lougheed Hwy. Maple Ridge
HELP WANTED
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Unfiled Tax Returns? Unreported Income? Avoid Prosecution and Penalties. Call a Tax Attorney First! 855-668-8089 (Mon-Fri 9-6 ET)
MOTHER’S DAY House Cleaning Special
(604)465-1311
MAPLE GARDENING & Lawn Maintenance. Seniors discount. Free ests. WCB. (604)466-5991.
Residential & Commercial “Award Winning Renovations” 32 Years of Experience
info@jkbconstruction.com www.jkbconstruction.com
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HOME REPAIRS
604-618-6401 Marcel Repairs, Maintenance, Renovation Guaranteed work, Free Estimate
Residential & Commercial
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Cleaning
15% SENIORS DISCOUNT A+ Rating with BB Bureau
•Lawn Cuts/Trim •Aerating •Leaf Cleanup •Power Rake •Hedge & Shrub Trimming •Pruning Trees •23 yrs. exp. •Insured •Free Estimates
Jani-Clean Janitorial
Brad 778-552-3900
LANDSCAPING
D Garden Blend Soil D Lawn Blend Soil D Custom Blends avail. D Composted Mushroom Manure
604-465-3189
Janitorial, Office Cleaning Int. Ext. Windows, Pressure Washing, Gutter Cleaning Free Estimates
We Sell Weed...
(604)465-1302 / 604-786-3466
182 Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily
F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com
NURSERY WORKERS BHULLAR NURSERY Ltd. in Maple Ridge is looking for F/T Nursery Workers (2). Wage $10.50/hr. Duties: Prepare soil, plant seeds, harvesting, fertilizing, spraying, irrigating, clean work areas. Contact: 25292 130th Ave. Maple Ridge, BC V4R 1C9. Email resume:
bhullarm@telus.net or Fax: 604-462-0672
FINANCIAL SERVICES
DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 60% & DEBT FREE in half the time! AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free Consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1877-556-3500 BBB Rated A+
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
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UNIQUE CONCRETE
DESIGN
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.
F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured
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
FREE ESTIMATES
778-231-9675, 778-231-9147
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ELECTRICAL
DC ELECTRIC (#37544). Bonded. We specialize in jobs too small for the big guys! *24 HOUR SERVICE* 30Yrs exp. Free est. 604-460-8867. YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS
Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046
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CHECK CLASSIFIEDS bcclassified.com 604-575-5555
Free Turf .
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
M.T. GUTTERS Professional Installation 5” Gutter, Down Pipe, Soffit *CLEANING *REPAIRS 28 YEARS EXPERIENCE
~ FULLY INSURED ~
Call Tim 604-612-5388
DRYWALL
CASCADE DRYWALL. Res / Comm Drywall, taping, text. ceilings, t-bar. steel stud. Call Rob 604-218-2396 or 604-820-9601
604-618-6401 Marcel Ceramic Tiles, Hardwood Laminate Guaranteed work, Free Estimate.
AFFORDABLE MOVING From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
604-537-4140
PLUMBING
BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com 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. (778)908-2501
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PRESSURE WASHING
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
.proworks
POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
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
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE Are you trying to rent your residential or commercial property? Contact our friendly & informative BCCLASSIFIED.COM Classified Representatives at...
Call Ian 604-724-6373
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
604-575-5555 toll-free 1-866-575-5777
Pay-Less Pro Painting
HERFORT CONCRETE
Leo: 604-657-2375 / 604-462-8620
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Spring EXT/INT SPECIAL LOOK for our YARD SIGNS
CONCRETE & PLACING
NO JOB TOO SMALL Serving Lower Mainland 25 Years! *Prepare *Form *Place *Finish *Granite & Interlocking Block Walls *Stairs *Driveways *Exposed Aggregate *Stamped Concrete. *Interlocking Bricks *Sod Placement EXCELLENT REF’S -WCB Insured
MOVING & STORAGE
all soils are tested for Optimum growing requirements.
PICK-UP ...... or .... DELIVERY
FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944
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NO Wood byproducts used
Intex Janitorial & Maintenance Services
604-468-8889
604-465-1311
When QUALITY Matters
17607 Ford Road Pitt Meadows
.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca
candymassage.blogspot.com/
$59.00 Per Ton
Meadows Landscape Supply
(778)378-6683
Licensed * Bonded * Insured
# 101-1125 Nicola Avenue Port Coq. (behind COSTCO)
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
MOUNTAIN-MOVERS.ca
Reasonable rates 16 yrs. exp.
ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
MISC SERVICES
$45/Hr
EUROPEAN LADY avail for housecleaning, inside/outside. Very thorough. $20/hr. Ref’s. (604)477-0399
604-460-2097
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
www.affordablemoversbc.com
604-467-1118
PERSONAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
TONY’’S PAINTING
604-728-3009
.Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).
mariescustomized cleaning@gmail.com
Flexible * Reliable
12081 Greenwell St.
(off 228th behind ICBC) Garden Chairs, Pots, Cushions, Lighting Fixtures, Antiques, Glass Furniture, Computer Printer, French Storm Doors, Taps, Large Mirror and More. RAIN or SHINE
SBroken Concrete RocksS $24.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $24.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds
$20 Off for the Month of May
TRADES, TECHNICAL
GARAGE SALE
Sat, May 3rd, 9am-2pm
✶Dump Site Now Open✶
meadowslandscapesupply.com
CLEANING SERVICES
STUCCO APPLICATORS to start immediately for a busy stucco company located in West Kelowna area. Position starts at $29.00/hr. Contact Kevin @ 250-862-7418 or email acestuccoltd@gmail.com
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✶ Bark Mulch ✶ Lawn & Garden Soil ✶ Drain Gravel ✶ Lava Rock ✶ River Rock ✶Pea Gravel
.t1 tax
Full Time & Part Time *Days, *Evenings, *Nights, *Weekends, *Graveyard *Shift Work. $10.25/hour Experience & Education not required 10 VACANCIES Please apply online at:
Will 604-764-1036
Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd.
GARAGE SALES
Maple Ridge
Baskets, Stuffers & Vegetable Plants $1 Local Grown Vegetables, Cut Flowers, Fresh Eggs, Hanging Baskets, Fresh coffee & Homemade items. Cash Only visit www.freshfarm
.
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GARAGE sale: May 3 & 4 9 - 4 both days sat & sun A little bit of everything. 13439 232 street, MR
Open Fridays - 1pm Saturdays 10 am & Sundays - 1pm
ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING
Contact info for serious inquiries only: 604-755-4226 www.tiegenexcavating.com
Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca
GARAGE SALES
BLOOMERS
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
.super soil
Vernon Service Company requires Journeyman Service Plumbers/Gasfitters, $36.00/hr Call (250)549-4444 or fax 250-549-4416
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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.
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HANDYPERSONS
MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, RENOVATION www.proficientrenovation.com or call 604-323-4111 for more details HANDYMAN Services, Fast, Low rates! Call Glenn at 604-619-3845 www.millersystems.ca
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16897 Windsor Road Pitt Meadows
(Turn right 1st road East of Pitt River Bridge from Vancouver) 604-465-9812
TOTAL RENOVATIONS SPECIALIZING IN • Basement Suites • Kitchens • Baths • Remodels • Additions • Flooring • Painting • Drywall • Much More Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771
.A East West Roofing & Siding Co. Repairs, new roofs, torching, gutter services. 10% off. 604-783-6437
Serving Tri City 34 Yrs. Call 24 Hrs/7 Days
EAGLE ROOFING Tar & Gravel DAsphalt D Interlocking shingles DTorch-on Membrane D Laminated shingles
www.paylesspropainting.com
Scott 604-891-9967
1-800-663-5847
All types of Roofing Repairs Free Estimates
Landscape Design & Installation for 33 yrs Locally owned & operated. pearlandscape.com 778-848-0036
604-467-6065
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JAGUAR LANDSCAPING Lawn & Garden Service. Design, Pruning, Lawns, Cleanups, Comm/ Res. (604)466-1369
Ed’s ROTOTILLING & LANDSCAPING
604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
~ Free Estimates ~
3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour
604-941-2263 / 604-725-7246
LANDSCAPING DESIGN / INSTALLATION and MAINTENANCE Strata, Commercial & Residential, Pavers, Walls, Spring Garden Clean-ups, New Lawns & top dressing & Drainage.
Call (604)763-8795
RUBBISH REMOVAL
www.paintspecial.com
*Rototilling *Levelling *Gardens *Loader Work *Brush Cutter *Plowing
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Repair, Replace, Remodel...
D Free estimates D Insured Licensed D References Residential D Pressure Washing
Running this ad for 10yrs
PAINT SPECIAL (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
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Ask about our
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ROOM SPECIAL
CALL TODAY! 604-803-5041 www.benchmarkpainting.ca
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356
RUBBISH REMOVAL
PETS 477
PETS
REAL ESTATE 633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
RENTALS 749
TRANSPORTATION
STORAGE
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
The Scrapper
Large 2 bdrm apt.
ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)
Sandy 604 945 5864 sandy@terramanagement.ca
359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL
• • •
TOPSOIL
SCREENED TOPSOIL MUSHROOM MANURE BARK MULCH 604-467-3003
www.jonesbroscartageltd.com
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SUNDECKS
P/B blue males & females. Ready to go. 1st shots & tails/dew claws done. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN Pet homes. $1000. 604-308-5665
New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $93,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $67,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.
Near Shopping & Amenities.
1-604-358-8722
MUST LOVE DOGS!!! Fostering and adoption needed for medium - large dogs. Bring a loved one home today! Call 604.583.4237 http://homeatlastdogrescuebc.ca
604-463-2236 604-463-7450
FREE ITEM
FREE: HARDWOOD FLOORING. Reclaimed wood (fir), approx 300sqft. Must pick up, Maple Ridge 604-328-2837.
560
MISC. FOR SALE
5TH WHEEL TRAILER HITCH FOR SALE. Hijacker SL16, dble pivot slider, includes bed rails, 16,000lb tow capacity. $250. 604-328-2837
KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets. Eliminate Bugs - Guaranteed. No Mess, Odorless, Long Lasting. Available online only @ Ace Hardware & The Home Depot 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.
REAL ESTATE
PETS
CEDAR HOGFUEL Special Spring prices Sawdust also available
603
ACREAGE
Don’t Miss Out! 62 acres, Endless Possibilities. 5500 sq. ft. house. 1500 ft. of lake-shore. www.lakeoftheprairieshome.ca www.lakeoftheprairiesproperty.ca Jackie 1-306744-2399 1-306-744-7432 Watch online for open house.
612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE
Augustine Soil & Mulch Ltd. Pitt Meadows, BC
604-465-5193
474
PET SERVICES
POMERANIAN available to stud. Has all shots. 18 months old. $400 or 1st pick of litter. (604)864-0355
477
Dairy Distribution Business for products of a national leading dairy supplier in Kamloops and surrounding area. Excellent revenue opportunity. Requires investment and good physical condition. 250-828-7855
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We Buy Homes BC • All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422
Recreation Paradise Year Round! Fishing, hiking, hunting, quadding, snowmobiling or just relaxation. Great access within 3 hours of the lower mainland, 40 km from Princeton and steps to Osprey Lake. 2 years new this 3 bedroom, 2 bath open concept chalet has it all & more. Includes a guest cabin with a bedroom, living/sitting area, kitchen & bathroom. New detached garage for storing the toys. Call Adrienne (Royal Lepage Parkside Realty) at 250-809-6322 for a private viewing.
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OTHER AREAS
20 Acres. $0 Down, Only $119/mo. Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Near El Paso, Texas. Beautiful Mountain Views! Money Back Guarantee. Call 866-8825263 Ext. 81 www.sunsetranches.net
Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $350. 604-794-5844
RENTALS 700
RENT TO OWN
STOP RENTING! RENT TO OWN! No Qualifications! Flexible Terms! CLOVERDALE - 60th and 176th Spacious 1 Bedroom Condo. Only $880/mo. Option Fee Req’d 604-657-9422
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APARTMENT/CONDO 2 bdrm bright apt. Large 2 br located in a Central Coq Co-op. $950/mo. No subsidy. Close to transit, schools, and shopping.
No pets. Close to amen.
McIntosh Plaza Suit Mature Adults 22330 McIntosh Avenue
(604)463-6841 MAPLE RIDGE
AVAILABLE NOW 1 & 2 BDRM SUITES SENIORS DISCOUNT 1/2 month Rent Free Ask manager for details.
MAPLE COURT I 22437 121st Ave 604-467-0715 &
MAPLE RIDGE Central. Spacious 1 bdrm, newly painted, nr all amens, insuite w/d, d/w, lrg patio, vaulted ceilings, sec u/g prk. Immed.Ns/Np. $780/mo + utils. 604-307-2241.
Maple Ridge Clean 2 bdrm. condo. Short term ~ May to Oct. $1100/mo. Gas f/p, soaker tub, secure u/g parking. Close to WC Express, tennis park, shopping etc.
Brookside Rlty Dave 604-240-3523 Maple Ridge
Derek Manor 2048 Manning Ave.
1 & 2 Bdrms from $655 & $880 & renovated suite with dishwasher $45. extra. Clean, Spacious Includes heat, hot water & parking Seniors discount 21387 Dewdney Trunk Rd
Port Coq ~ 604-941-5452 or 604-944-7889 FREE PREMIUM CABLE $80 Value
(604)466-5799 Maple Ridge Swan Court Apartments Impeccably Clean! Heat SH/W S Prkg S Avail. Now
1 Bdrm. $795/mo 2 Bdrm. $925/mo.
Large 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Hardwood floors, adult oriented, heat, h/w & cable incl’d, f/p, Approved pets only. Criminal Record check may be req. Resident Manager Onsite Now with SENIORS DISCOUNT
604.466.8404 (Erik)
Certified Crime Free Multiple Housing
Building has been TOTALLY RENOVATED 1 Bedroom suites avail
Starting at $595/mo incl hot water & cable. No pets.
604.418.1932
GARIBALDI Court (604) 463-9522 Central Maple Ridge
Sorry No Pets For more info: google us. CRIME FREE BUILDING
709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL PORT COQUITLAM, 1500 - 3000 sq ft. Ground floor commercial area. Facing onto city park. 1 blk from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.
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TWO bedrooms, 2 baths, 8th floors, nice views, corner unit, city center. 1030 sq. ft. living area , insuite laundry, $1100 per month including one parking. New renovation. #80311980 222nd Street, Gordon Towers, call Hanson at 604-250-2196 or email hanson_wan@hotmail.com for appointment.
HOMES FOR RENT
CENTRAL MAPLE RIDGE 6 bdrm bsmt house 2 wood f/p, fncd yd, 3 bths lots of prkg $1950/mo. June 1st. 604-467-4450, 604-833-4450
Parking + Onsite Manager
604.465.7713 750
SUITES, LOWER
MAPLE RIDGE 2 bdr suite, 1000 s/f + garage. laundry, gas f/p & d/w. $900/mo + 1/2 utils. 604-467-9373. MAPLE RIDGE West 2 bdrm, fresh paint & upgrading, share laundry, N/S, N/P, avail now $800/mo incl gas & hydro (604)463-9963
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TOWNHOUSES
MARINE 912
BOATS
PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1097/mo - $1199/mo. Shares req’d. Close to WCE, schools & shopping. No subsidy available. 19225 119th Ave. For more info & to book an appt. call 604-465-1938 PITT MEADOWS 3 Bdrm T/H in quiet family complex, rent geared to income. N/P. Call: 604-465-4851
757
WANTED TO RENT
2 Bdrm House/Duplex with garage, in Maple Ridge or P.Meadows. Prefer Longterm. $800-$1000/mo Call 604-466-8345.
MAPLE RIDGE 12880 216 Street. 4 Bdrm house, 5 appls. Avail now. $1799/mo + utils. (604)722-5609 MAPLE RIDGE, 3bdrm w/loft newly renovated lge yd central location avail now. $1450/mo. 604-240-7885 MAPLE RIDGE. Recently reno’d 4 bdrm 2 bath home on 2 acres with 4 stall barn, hay storage, heated tack room, a/w riding arena, $2900/mo. Dry (well drained). 604-462-0488.
TRANSPORTATION 810
AUTO FINANCING .wwwone4yacht.com 604-669-2248
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OFFICE/RETAIL
Maple Ridge Office & Retail Space
Unbelievable Rates, Starting at $495/month. Various sizes 320sf. - 2000sf. Various downtown locations. Updated and well maintained.
22423 121st Ave 604-467-4894
Glenwood Manor Apartments
Fraser View & Maple View Apartments
NEW 14 Wide in 55+ Mission Park $86,988 w/$550 pad rent. Pet OK. Chuck 604-830-1960
1 BEDROOM SUITE $720/mo Util + sec pkng extra
Sandy 604 945 5864 sandy@terramanagement.ca
2 Bdrm units available. Great location for seniors! Clean, quiet & affordable! Incls heat, h/w, cable. Senior Move-In Allowance. Refs & Credit check req. Entlebucher pups, short-hair, family raised, gentle, vet checked, 1st shots, dewormed. $900 each. 604-795-7662.
MAPLE RIDGE
MAPLE COURT II
No pets ~ Ref’s req’d.
2014 SRI 2 bdrm, den, 2 bath double wide in Langley 55+ park $134,888. Chuck 604-830-1960
12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certified Crime Free Buildings
Heat, hot water & parking. Close to stores & schools.
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
PETS
Queen Anne Apts.
SENIOR’S DISCOUNT
HOMES WANTED
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
RECREATIONAL
* Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet
KILL BED BUGS & THEIR EGGS! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com
EQUESTRIAN
Great Location
MULTI POO miniature black brown apricot 4-5lbs Hypo allerg, exc family pet vet cert $1075. 604-341-1445
640
Year or semi-annual Rental Moorage
SUNRISE 22292 122nd Avenue (604)349-5982
and Hydro
538
454
$790/mo & $890/mo
14179 Reichenback Rd
Public Access Launch Ramp Outdoor Storage for Boats, RV’s, Cars, Trucks & Trailers
Incl heat, hot water & parking. Close to stores and Schools.
Includes: Heat, Hot Water
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
ABC TREE MEN Pruning, Shaping, Tree Removal & Stump Grinding. 604-521-7594 604-817-8899
1 & 2 Bdrms available
Pitt Meadows Marina
1 Bdrm apts $750 2 Bdrm apts $800
LAB / SHEPHERD puppies Best of both breeds Vet checked,1st shots. $500 Ready soon 604-826-3063
TREE SERVICES
.give and take tree service 778.872.8406
MAPLE RIDGE
AVAILABLE NOW Maple Ridge
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Bright 2 br located in a Central Coq Co-op. $810/mo. No subsidy. Seniors only building. Close to transit, schools, and shopping.
Attention: Rhonda Fletcher Be advised that on May 31st, 2014 - 30 days will have passed and your household goods abandoned at 12755 Woolridge Road, Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 1Z1 will be disposed of unless you take possession as per the Residential Tenancy Act. Robert Erskine 12755 Woolridge Road, Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 1Z1.
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AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
Notice of Development Information Meeting You are invited to attend a Development Information Meeting where representatives from BC Housing will present details on OfÀcial Community Plan Amendment and Rezoning Application 2014-08-RZ. Date: Monday, May 5th Time: 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Location and Address: Fraser Room Maple Ridge Public Library #130 – 22470 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge V2X 5Z6
The purpose of the application is to develop 12032 216th Street, Maple Ridge to include a two storey building with 20 assisted living units. The intention of the meeting is to seek input from the area residents on the proposed amendments and address any questions which may arise. Please join us. Your thoughts are important to us. If you are unable to attend the meeting and would like information regarding this proposal, please contact BC Housing at 778-452-6445 or the District of Maple Ridge Planning Department at 604-467-7341.
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