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Driver runs red light, hits van full of youngsters By MONIQUE TAMMINGA Aldergrove Star

A 32-year-old Abbotsford man who drove his car through a red light and hit a mini-van full of five young children was witnessed crawling out of his mangled car afterwards, walking over to a fast food restaurant, with a 12-pack of beer under his arm, to order a burger and call a taxi on Tuesday. Langley RCMP confirm alcohol and speed were factors when the white Nissan sports car the Abbotsford man was driving hit the van at a high rate of speed at the intersection of 264 Street and 56 Avenue, north of Highway 1, around 5:30 p.m. Surrey Leader reporter Evan Seal said he was at the McDonald’s when he heard the loud bang of the crash and smoke coming from the intersection. “You could hear the kids scream-

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ing and crying. There were already people there helping. The woman driving was on the ground seizuring,” said Seal. While many witnesses were helping the kids and woman in the van, Seal watched the driver of the sports car crawl out his vehicle, through the T-bar roof, and start collecting his belongings into a plastic bag. He then went back to his car, grabbed a 12-pack of beer and walked over to the fast food restaurant. Seal followed him. The driver was limping from a compound fracture to his leg. He was later taken to hospital with broken bones, said police. “He ordered himself a meal and called himself a taxi,” said Seal. Witnesses said the driver appeared extremely impaired and seemed oblivious to the fact that a bone was sticking out of his leg.

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Accident investigators were at the scene of a serious multi-vehicle crash in Langley Tuesday. The children in the van were checked out and are believed to be all OK. The woman driver of the van

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Shortreed Students Takin’ Care of Business

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Students at Shortreed Elementary school were given the challenge of coming up with individual business projects as well as marketing and business plans for their products, which ranged from handcrafted wooden bowls and other items to bath soaps and even a unique “weather rock”. Last week the students held an entrepreneur’s fair in their gymnasium and sold their products to friends and family members. It was an exercise in promoting locally made and sold products and was judged a success by all who attended.

Langley Township council gives final Township, employees approval to Wall farm development settle labour contract By DAN FERGUSON Aldergrove Star

A controversial proposal that will permit 67 residential lots on a 13.5 acre parcel of protected farmland within Langley Township has been granted final approval, but the project still has some hurdles to overcome. The development of a portion of the 153-acre Wall property located at 22415 72 Ave. was approved by a 6-3 vote, after Councillor David Davis made a last attempt at talking the rest of council into turning it down. “I can’t vote for this,” Davis said. Davis and other critics of the proposal have said building a subdivision in the middle of farmland will set a precedent that will encourage developers to build on agricultural land. “If you want to support agriculture in the municipality of Langley, this [voting

the Wall project down] is the first step,” Davis said. Davis had the support of Councillors Kim Richter and Michelle Sparrow. The rest voted for the project. The approval by Township council still leaves the project with legal and regulatory issues. The regional Metro Vancouver authority is appealing a B.C. Supreme Court decision that said the Township had the right to approve the Wall project and a nearby university district, despite Metro opposition. The Agricultural Land Commission (ALC), the provincial agency that regulates protected farmland, gave conditional approval to the project on condition that ALC concerns about downstream flooding have been addressed. As well, the approval by the Township forbids construction until several conditions are met, including the flooding

issue, road improvements and a legally binding commitment has been obtained that guarantees no further residential development of the farm beyond the 67 lots. Roughly a third of the site, where the Salmon River runs, will be transferred to the Township for conservation purposes. The developer has also agreed to build a trail connecting the proposed development across the Salmon River to Trinity Western University, where the Township has approved a separate university district of housing and related commercial development on three properties at 7645 and 7679 Glover Road, and 22423 Labonte Crescent. Davis, Richter and Sparrow have said the Wall project should have been separated from the university district proposal, which all three have said they support, but not with the Wall project added on.

By DAN FERGUSON Aldergrove Star

The Township of Langley and its unionized workers have negotiated a new contract. The four-year deal was ratified by Township council on Monday, May 5 following its acceptance by the 418 Township full-time, parttime employees and auxiliary employees, members of CUPE Local 403. The agreement comes after more than a year of negotiations and more than two years after the previous contract agreement expired. It provides a back-dated pay hike of 1.25 per cent in 2012 and 1.75 per cent in 2013, plus

a pay raise of 1.75 per cent this year and 2 per cent in 2015. “This is a fair and equitable settlement for both sides,” said Township Mayor Jack Froese. “We have reached a reasonable deal that is comparable with others within the region.” Local 403 president Paul Albrecht said the membership is “happy” that a settlement has been reached. “We’re two-and-a-half years in [to the new contract],” Albrecht said,” so we’ll be back at it in about a year.” The new pay rates take effect in June. The Township agreement adds a paid break for the new Family Day statutory holiday.

Jose Figueroa can’t attend his own judicial review hearing By MONIQUE TAMMINGA Aldergrove Star

When Immigration Canada ruled Jose Figueroa deported back to El Salvador, the woman who wrote up the decision said he could parent via Skype. Now, the Langley father of three is being told that Skype is good enough for parenting but not an option for him to be able to participate in his own judicial review hearing in the Federal Courts in Vancouver May 26. Figueroa was forced to seek sanctuary in October 2013 at the Walnut Grove Lutheran Church after the Canadian Border Services Agency put out a war-

rant for his arrest. “I do have the right to see, hear what it is said in the hearing; but I can’t leave the church without being placed into a detention centre. For this reason we have started a petition to the Federal Court to allow me [to] participate [in] my own judicial review via video conference from Walnut Grove Lutheran Church,” said Figueroa. A petition to the courts has been created online and Figueroa and his many supporters are hoping the community will sign it. More than 185 people have signed it so far, but Figueroa is hoping for more.

“Signing the petition means a lot because it is people showing their democratic right to have their voices heard,” said Figueroa. It has been seven months since Figueroa sought sanctuary, not leaving the church once since then. It has been four years since his deportation order was issued. Wednesday marked 17 years since Figueroa and his wife legally entered Canada. All three of their children were born here. “It has been stressful for all of us. There are so many frustrations. But I took sanctuary because it was my only option to

see my family,” he said. Figueroa has been ordered deported because of his support as a university student of the FMLN during the civil war in El Salvador. The FMLN are now the democratically-elected government in El Salvador. Despite the Federal Court granting Figueroa a temporary stay of the deportation on Oct. 29, 2013, the CBSA surveillance has continued and intensified, he said. As many as 14 clergy from FILE PHOTO various churches are planning to attend the judicial proceedings in Jose Figueroa stands with a cutout of his daughter. He has been taking refuge in a Walnut Grove support of Figueroa. church since last fall.

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Jenna Van Buekenhout Aldergrove student eyes future as an artist One of Aldergrove Secondary School’s graduating students, Jenna Van Buekenhout has just been accepted into the Alberta College of Art and Design in Calgary, where she will be starting postsecondary art training in August. She has also won a Silver Medal in the Scholastic Arts Awards in New York City for her painting, titled “Underwater Giraffe”. “She is an extraordinary young woman that has consistently demonstrated integrity, a strong work ethic, energetic spirit, numerous artistic accomplishments and goal orientation,” said Susan Gorris, visual art and ceramics teacher at Aldergrove Community Secondary School. “Working with Ms. Van Buekenhout for the past four years at Aldergrove Community Secondary School has been a distinctive and rewarding experience. Jenna has a sharp, inquiring mind. She challenges concepts and processes with maturity, clarity and purpose. “Her innate sense of humour creates a social harmony that is welcome by teachers and student peers alike. The common sense and cooperative spirit that she consistently demonstrates is a profound asset to numerous problemsolving challenges that I have observed in our studio/classroom. Jenna is the first to assist, the first to recognize a

need, the first to get the job done,” said Gorris. On her own initiative to become involved in an Aldergrove community Halloween event, Jenna worked with a small team of senior students who painted adult and youth faces for one very long Saturday in October 2013. The collective effort was so popular that a future repeat performance has already been offered. Additional artwork outside of the visual art curriculum has been completed this year by Jenna. These ambitious projects were initiated by her and completed in a timely fashion, and most pieces were worked on daily, during lunch and after school. Late this past fall, Jenna decided to try her hand at developing a display of her classmates’ work. Entitled, “Turning Over A New Leaf ”, Jenna had one hour to consider 26 drawn interpretations, a collection of large, shriveled maple leaves and several sheets of accompanying text. Typically, she rose to the challenge with aplomb. Students and staff alike commented on the success of a timehonoured subject treated with obvious class. Two of Jenna’s colleagues approached her to assist with the installation, and Jenna accepted their help with patience and team-building skill.

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After an extensive and thorough investigation the Greater Vancouver Zoo in Aldergrove have the final results of the necropsy for Hani the Siberian Tiger. Dr. Bruce Burton, the zoo’s veterinarian said, “The preliminary results of the necropsy indicated an accumulation of fluid and fibrin in the chest. This pathological finding is most often caused by an infection. However, upon closer inspection, this turned out not to be the case with Hani. “She died as a result of significant left-sided heart failure caused by an unclassified form of cardio-myopathy, a chronic and poorly understood

genetic disease of the heart muscle. And it was this underlying problem which caused the build up of fluid. Many domestic cats and some breeds of dogs suffer from similar forms of cardiomyopathy and it is almost always associated with sudden death. “Sadly, there are no warning signs with this disease and no successful treatment protocols. It is important to realize that all animals, both wild and domestic, can have fatal genetic, congenital or acquired problems which we are powerless to treat,” said Burton. Zoo spokesperson Jody Henderson added, “We would like to thank Dr. Ann Britton, an

Hani the Tiger at Greater Vancouver Zoo. independent veterinary pathologist for all her dedication and hard work with the investigation; along with others at the Animal Health Centre. Lastly, as always thanks to Dr. Bruce Burton for his thoughtful and sincere

efforts.” Burton also noted that, “We all miss Hani very much, but are comforted to know there was nothing we could have done to have either prevented or treated her condition.”

TransLink helps fund local road works By DAN FERGUSON Aldergrove Star

Work to widen the next stretch of Fraser Highway in Langley Township will likely begin next year. Plans call for expanding Fraser Highway between the 23300- and 23500-blocks to four lanes, including new bike lanes, sidewalks and other improvements. Estimated cost $3.6 million, with half coming from the Township and half coming from TransLink. The municipality and the transportation agency began putting

money aside for the project last year, roughly a third of their share each year for three years until 2015. On Monday, TransLink announced it would be contributing $611,000 to the Fraser Highway project in 2014, part of more than $45 million in funding for road projects across Metro Vancouver. TransLink also announced $32,000 in funding for new bike lanes on 32 Avenue in Aldergrove, from Highway 13 to 276 Street and on 276 Street from 32 Avenue to Fraser Highway. Another $35,000 will be spent

on bike routes in the Willowbrook area along 203 Street, 202B Street, 66 Avenue, Willoughby Way, 197 Street, 68 Avenue and 197B Street. Including road maintenance and repair funding, the Township will get a total of $2 million from TransLink while the City of Langley will get $512,000 in 2014. A section of Fraser Highway was widened to four lanes between 228 and 232 Streets last year as part of a $5.9 million project jointly funded by the Township and TransLink that also realigned the 44 Avenue intersection.

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Farm owner hopes to duck fine for triple fatality Aldergrove Star

A Langley farmer is trying to avoid paying a $138,000 fine for the fatal workplace accident that killed three men and left two others permanently brain-damaged. Ha Qua Truong was turned down when he went before a Surrey Provincial Court judge last month and applied to have the fine set aside on the grounds that his company, H.V. Truong Ltd. is out of business following the sale of the mushroom farm, and is unable to pay. The judge told Troung cancelling the fine was beyond his jurisdiction. It is not know if Troung intends to appeal to a higher court. In 2008, when a pipe burst in a shed used to mix gypsum, chicken manure and water, it released toxic levels of hydrogen sulphide gas that killed farmworkers Ut Tran, Han Pham and Jimmy Chan. Two men, Tchen Phan and Michael Phan survived, but suffered severe brain damage. As part of a plea bargain, a Surrey judge imposed fines of $350,000 against Van Thi Truong, Ha Qua Truong, Thinh Huu Doan and the companies they operated — A-1 Mushroom Substratum Ltd. and H.V. Truong Ltd. A-1 Mushroom Substratum Ltd.

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Grief-stricken family and friends pray following the deaths of three people in an industrial accident at a mushroom farm in South Langley in September, 2008. went bankrupt without paying its share of $230,000. Of the three smaller personal fines, two have been paid in full, one in part. Earlier this year, it was revealed that some of the evidence uncov-

ered about the deaths could not be used because WorkSafe BC investigators had violated the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. A report by deputy minister to the premier John Dyble said the WorkSafe investigators who probed the September 2008 A-1 Mushroom Farms deaths ignored a 2002 Supreme Court of Canada decision that ruled anyone who is the target of an investigation that could result in criminal charges has the same rights as someone being questioned by police. That includes the right to have legal counsel present during questioning, the right against self-incrimination and the right to refuse to turn over evidence without a search warrant. The Dyble report didn’t specify exactly whose rights were violated during the investigation of the Langley incident, or which statements were excluded, or who made them. Eventually, 29 charges were laid under the Workers Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Regulations against A-1 Mushroom Substratum Ltd., H.V. Truong Ltd. and four people. Three of the accused pleaded guilty to 10 charges, while charges against a fourth person were dropped as part of the plea bargain.

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Led by Councillor Rosemary Wallace, a moment of silence was held as part of the National Day of Honour ceremony held on Friday afternoon at the Douglas Park cenotaph.

Ceremony honours vets By GARY AHUJA Aldergrove Star

A short ceremony, complete with the laying of a wreath at the Douglas Park cenotaph, was held on Friday (May 9) afternoon as part of the National Day of Honour. The Canadian government set aside the day to mark the contributions and sacrifices of the Canadian troops in Afghanistan. Two Langley soldiers, Master Cpl. Colin Bason and Pvt. Garrett Chidley, were among the 158 Canadians killed in action in the country, during the deployment of the Canadian military

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VICTORIA – The NDP’s holy war against changes to the Agricultural Land Reserve got nastier last week, as it became clear it was defenders of the status quo who were being mowed down. Ever since legislation was tabled to divide the ALR into two zones, with greater emphasis on social and economic needs to help viability of farms in the Kootenay, Interior and North regions, almost all the protest has been from unaffected areas. And much of it depends on emotion rather than fact. In the legislature, Nanaimo MLA Leonard Krog rose to praise the late Dave Stupich, who birthed the ALR sacred cow as agriculture minister in 1973. Krog likened Stupich to the Biblical Daniel for his bravery in preserving farmland for our children’s children. Cowichan Valley MLA Bill Routley did his signature “jiggery pokery” routine, this time accusing cabinet minister Bill Bennett of being “giddy” at the prospect of paying off his friends with development land. Before he gets too jiggery outside the protection of the legislative chamber, he would be well advised to find some evidence. Stikine MLA Doug Donaldson, who at least represents an area being given broader latitude for secondary uses on farmland, warned of drought in California. The history of this is currently a

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hot topic in the quasi-religious climate change debate. Meanwhile in the real British Columbia, life and farming go on under the existing farmland protection regime. The largest ALR exclusion in B.C. history took a big step forward last week, as a federalprovincial review panel issued its report on the Site C dam proposed for the Peace River. The panel noted that the dam would flood 2,775 hectares of farmland, representing all seven categories of soil quality. Opponents use a figure about twice that size, as if all the affected land was farmable. The panel accepted that this land, including the small amount of micro-climate bottom land, represents 0.2% of the Peace region’s farm receipts. I would add that’s because what is farmed at all is mostly growing hay, which requires minimum capital and labour. “It has potential, to be sure, but its unique and irreplaceable contribution would be for those labour-intensive crops like vegetables, which are not remotely practical in a labour-short region,” the report states. We have to bring in Mexican guest workers to get vegetable and fruit crops off in the Fraser Valley and Okanagan. For a five-month growing season in the bush outside Fort St. John? This is a classic example of the reli-

gious fervor that replaces reason among the southern faithful of the ALR. And how is the status quo working? Summerland council just voted to swap 80 hectares of flat farmland for 90 hectares further away in the Summerland Hills. The town is on restricted lakeshore terrain and the council wants to increase its urban zone, using the community need provisions that are enhanced by the current legislative amendments. This was after a loud demonstration organized with the help of a fake grassroots protest machine called LeadNow, complete with slick signs and website. (LeadNow also helped round up anti-pipeline protesters this past weekend.) The media were fooled as usual, but not Summerland council. LeadNow has moved on to lining up people to flood the Agricultural Land Commission with form letters and petitions against Summerland’s plan. The B.C. Agriculture Council, whose board first supported and then objected to the ALR amendments, has clarified its objections. It wants flexibility for secondary uses extended to the prime farmland zones of the Okanagan, Fraser Valley and southern Vancouver Island. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

Editor: Re: Columns by David Black, ‘The greatest threat to the B.C. environment in our lifetime’ (April 22) and ‘The Kitimat refinery proposal: safe pipelines, light fuels and B.C. jobs’ (April 28). Continued safe marine and pipeline transport of hydrocarbons is in everybody’s interest so Canadians can realize value for resources and oil producers can continue to deliver jobs and economic benefits. No one wants a spill of any product at any time. The performance track record over the past 50 years is good, but even still, work is ongoing to improve prevention and ensure producers, transportation companies and spill-responders have the best information available to manage products safely and make the best plans possible for response, containment and clean-up in the event of an incident. Black’s articles incorrectly suggested the Canadian oil industry is not interested in the proposed refinery project and that transporting diluted bitumen is more risky than transporting other types of oil because of its chemical properties. Fact is, oil producers are seeking increased access to existing and new markets – in Canada, the United States and internationally – to satisfy market demand for increasing Canadian oil production. All options to achieve that goal are worthy of study. And diluted bitumen – oil sands bitumen diluted with natural gas liquids that allow it to flow – is no more dangerous than other types of crude oil. Chemically, there’s nothing about diluted bitumen the transportation system cannot be prepared to manage. Whether it moves by pipelines or tankers, diluted bitumen meets all the same specifications and behaves the same as other crude oils. Oil floats on water if it has an API gravity above water’s 10 degree API gravity. Diluted bitumen has an API gravity of 20-22 degrees. Any type of oil spilled in water, eventually “weathers” and can be driven below the surface by waves or currents. Diluted bitumen behaves the same way. There have been several scientific studies completed on diluted bitumen. Earlier this year, the federal government released a research study that demonstrated diluted bitumen floats on salt water – even after evaporation and exposure to light. The study was commissioned by Environment Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Natural Resources Canada as part of the government’s plan to implement a world-class prevention, preparedness and response regime for marine transportation. Results of the study will be used to inform spill responders and help guide more research. Our industry is focused on responsible development of Canada’s resources. We welcome transparency on our safety and environmental performance, based on sound science. As producers, we transport oil with care and attention at all times. We expect all transportation providers to deliver safe services in a responsible manner. Greg Stringham, Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers, Calgary

‘Mother, oh, Mother’ Editor’s note: Aldergrove Star reader Wendy Welk submitted the following Mother’s Day poem: A Silly Mother’s Day Poem by Wendy Welk Mother oh Mother She is like none other Mother oh Mother No mother - no me Mother oh Mother Where for art thou Mother Mother oh Mother My mother - ‘tis me Mother oh Mother The ship and the rudder Mother oh Mother Is grand company Mother oh Mother I sigh and I stutter Mother oh Mother I celebrate thee Happy Mother’s Day!

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Why is Brookswood singled out for a tree bylaw?

Editor: council has just said no to deWilloughby or Aldergrove took residents of Langley, and council It is with great interest and puzvelopment in Brookswood, so it down one of (or clear cut) the few does go the illogical route of rezlement that I read news reports would seem logical that it is all remaining trees there, than if a few stricting the cutting of trees only of plans to debate a restriction on the other areas of Langley, except trees in Brookswood come down. in Brookswood, fairness would tree cutting in Brookswood. Last Brookswood, that may need tree As an aside, one would hope dictate major property tax reductime I checked, Brookswood was cutting restrictions. that when considering restricttions for Brookswood residents. just as much part of Langley as If developers will not be active ing property rights, particularly This would compensate for the were Walnut Grove, Aldergrove, here, concern shifts to the other of current residents, council will extra costs of having trees and Murrayville and all places in beareas. also take into account that many probably in many cases, loss of Editor: tween. Second, an argument is made people in Brookswood love havproperty value. I was very concerned when I read that Township CounSurely, Langley Township coun- that Brookswood has so many ing trees on their own property, I urge councillors not to make cil voted “no” to transparency of how our taxpayers dolcil will not seriously consider sintrees that cutting trees there ought despite the many extra costs asany knee-jerk decisions, even as lars are being spent, when grants are awarded. Also calling gling out Brookswood property to be restricted. Logically, if sociated with maintaining and “interim” measures. Property financial transparency “mean and vindictive” does not owners by only taking property Brookswood has an abundance of repairing property as a result of rights are restricted enough, and seem relevant at all to the topic. Why shouldn’t nonprofit rights away from them, while not trees, should it not be all the other having the trees. we should always be on guard organizations have to submit a report to apprise taxpayers batting an eyelash at clear cutting neighbourhoods that ought to There are also residents who against those who want to regulate how their grant money was spent? Sounds like good busielsewhere. So why is the bylaw have cutting restrictions, but not plant more trees than they take and control every aspect of the ness practice to me and I am sure any reputable business only aimed at Brookswood? Brookswood? down. If Brookswood residents lives of others, including basic school would agree. The puzzling part of all of this Most people would be much cannot enjoy their private propproperty rights. I am weary of hearing, after the fact, of public and non is twofold. First, it appears that more concerned if someone in erty on an equal basis with other Cos Van Wermeskerken, Langley public officials/organizations who abuse taxpayers money. Is the Portland Hotel Scandal not still fresh on everyone’s mind? Is senatorial misuse of taxpayers dollars such a long time ago that some council members canEditor: not remember? Whether it is a small business or a large Editor: patients who are waiting for surgery, and we have We have lived in Langley for over 40 municipality, surely it is critical to success that one knows Some unfortunate misconceptions have been been working hard with our physician partners years but until today, I had never realized where the money is spent. created about the reduction of surgeries across to find innovative approaches and solutions to what the anti-coal trains lobby was all Councillors should reconsider how they expect acFraser Health and I would like to clarify these reduce any wait list times, and improve our efabout. countability for taxpayers money. Not everyone is honest. inaccuracies. ficiency and effectiveness. At 4 p.m., driving north on Glover Best practices and transparency are a must when it comes Fraser Health is not cancelling surgeries due Fraser Health is committed to working with our Road there was a loaded coal train travelto spending taxpayers dollars. Thank you, Councillor to budget. Patients that need surgery are getting physicians to further reduce surgery wait times, ling south towards Roberts Bank and the Fox, who championed this degree of transparency with their surgery. Fraser Health is working within our ensuring patients receive the quality care they sky was gray with coal dust! our tax dollars. Township grants affect my tax dollars – do budget, as we should be, and acting as responsible need in a timely manner. The railways have to place covers on not give up being the advocate for me and the others that stewards of the public funding we receive. Judith Hockney, Executive Director of Surgery, these coal cars. care. We understand how frustrating it is for our Fraser Health Win Bromley, Langley M. Wickman, Langley

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Diluted bitumen too dangerous at sea Editor: In a letter to this paper Greg Stringham, on behalf of the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers, makes assertions about the behavior of diluted bitumen (dilbit) in salt water that are at best half-truths. He states that dilbit floats on salt water and that it is no more dangerous at sea than other types of oil. That is wrong. It is more dangerous at sea, and infinitely more so than refined fuels like diesel and gasoline. What Stringham doesn’t mention is that the same report from Environment Canada that he quotes from, goes on to say that dilbit sinks in seawater when there is sediment present. Another study by a top U.S. environmental chemist, Jeff Short, says the same thing. It was filed by the Gitxaala Nation to the National Energy Board in March 2013, so Stringham is well aware of it. That study says animal and plant matter like plankton, as well as sediment, cause the dilbit to sink. Our entire coast has sediment and plankton in abundance. All our rivers are glacial and full of silt. Plankton is omnipresent, which is why the whales are here, and shallow seas like Hecate Strait throw up huge amounts of sediment from the bottom in storms. Dilbit will sink in our waters if there is a spill and it will harden up like caulking material on beaches and the intertidal zone. The intertidal zone includes large mud flats in the midcoast because the tidal range is more than 20 feet there. How would we ever get them clean again? Stringham also says our Canadian oil industry is interested in the Kitimat refinery idea. That is news to me. I have talked to all the companies and there is no interest whatsoever. That is why I am spearheading the project. It will keep dilbit out of tankers and provide an enormous value-add for BC. Canada’s oil industry needs a west coast pipeline. Coastal First Nations, the Yinka Dene First Nations, Prince Rupert, Kitimat, Terrace, Smithers, the provincial and federal NDP, the federal Liberals, the provincial and federal Green Party, many blue collar unions and the majority of folks in B.C. are against Northern Gateway’s idea of putting dilbit in tankers. A refinery is economically viable. Why is it so hard for our oil industry to see that the way forward is to build a green refinery which will cut greenhouse gases by 50%, create thousands of jobs, generate billions of new annual taxes, and gain acceptance for a safe pipeline? David Black, Kitimat Clean, Black Press

CALENDAR Divas: Vaudeville Meets Vegas - starring Bonnie Kilroe, Sunday, June 22 at the Cascades Casino Summit Theatre, Langley. Tickets $32.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) from Casino Guest Services. Charge by phone at 604-530-2211 or online at www. ticketweb.ca/. Langley Seniors Community Action Table - meets Wednesday, May 21, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Langley Senior Recreation and Resource Centre, 20605 – 51 B Avenue, Langley City. Representatives of Langley 2014 BC Senior Games will talk about the games and volunteer opportunities. Everyone is welcome. Info: Lynda at 604-5331679 or llyscat@gmail.com Looking for Work? - Wednesday, May 14, 1-2 p.m., at City of Langley Library, Avia Employment Services present an information session about WorkBC and the free services available to eligible job seekers in their Employment Centres. Please call 604-5142855 or visit 20399 Douglas Cres., Langley to let library know you are coming to this program. Old Age Security and the Canada Pension Plan - Thursday, May 22, 2-3 p.m. at City of Langley Library. Find out about the Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security, including the changes. Join a representative from Service Canada to discover benefits under each program such as Survivor/ Death Benefits, Canada Pension Disability Benefits, Guaranteed Income Supplement, Allowance and Allowance for the Survivor. You will learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation and who to contact for help. Please call 604-514-2855 or visit 20399 Douglas Cres., Langley to let library know you are coming to this program. Clothes2U - giving away clothes, toys, linens, books, diapers, personal and household items free to those in need, male or female,

baby to senior. Sat., May 24, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Nicomekl Elementary School, 53 Ave. at 200 St., Langley. (multi-purpose room at rear). To volunteer, donate or for info: go to www.clothes2u.ca or call 604-857-4617. Poetry Book Launch - with Susan McCaslin and Lee Johnson, Saturday, May 17, 7-9 p.m. in collaboration with local visual artists Kristin Krimmel and and Susan J. Falk at their exhibition, The French Connection, at The Fort Gallery, 9048 Glover road, Fort Langley. Light refreshments available. Info: http://www.fortgallery.ca/ The Drawer Boy – Surrey Little Theatre’s spring play, written by Michael Healey and directed by June Ainsworth, at 7027 - 184 Street, from April 17 to May 17 on Thursdays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., with three Sunday matinees on April 27, May 4 and May 11 at 2 p.m. For reservations call 604576-8451; email reservations@ surreylittletheatre.com; or go to www.brownpapertickets.com. Visit www.surreylittletheatre.com for info. Light Sensitive - Langley Players spring production, written by Jim Geoghan and directed by Angela Bell, is a bittersweet comedy in which love conquers all. It runs Thursdays to Sundays from April 17-May 17 at Langley Playhouse, 4307 - 200 St. Show times are 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday, with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. For reservations call 604534-7469. Visit www.langleyplayers.com for info. Céilidh - down home style kitchen party with live music, Thursday, May 15, 7 to 9:45 p.m. at St. Andrew’s United Church Hall, 9025 Glover Rd., Fort Langley. Enjoy the great music, lunch and fun. Tickets $5 at door including the traditional Maritime lunch of tea biscuits and jam. Next event will be on June 12. New performers contact Jack Williamson, 604888-7925, jackwilliamson@

telus.net Doobie Brothers - Sunday, Oct. 26, 7:30 p.m. at Abbotsford Centre. Tickets (incl. GST) $35.25, $45.25, $65.25 (plus FMF and service charges), available at: abbotsfordcentre.ca, Venue Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone 1-855-985-5000. Abbotsford Genealogy Society meeting Thursday, May 15, 6:30 p.m. at Studio 2, The Reach, 32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford. Speaker will be Andrea Lister talking about how to find records of our seafaring ancestors. $2 drop in fee for non-members. The Fab Fourever - Canada’s Premiere Tribute to The Beatles, Saturday, June 21 at the Chief Sepass Theatre, 9096 Trattle Street, Fort Langley. Tickets are $42.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) at Ticketweb. Charge by phone at 1-888-2226608 or online at www.ticketweb. ca. Securing a Future - Join realtor Andrea Castro and a panel of other experts to learn about ways to gain financial stability in today’s economic climate. You will be introduced to topics such as real estate contracts, mortgage support and current interest rates, home inspections, home maintenance, and financial advisors. Registration required. Muriel Arnason Library Wednesday, May 21, 7-8 p.m. Langley Art Tour - registration is open. Organisers of the 6th annual Langley art studio tour is now issuing a call to all artists to join on Sept. 20-21 and 27-28. Artists who do not have their own studio can be placed with those who have. Info and registration forms visit their website at langleyartstudiotour.ca or email langleystudiotour@gmail.com Partners Bridge - every Friday except second Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 - 273 St.Newcomers welcome. Cost $2. Info: 604607-0504.

TOPS – Take Off Pounds Sensibly, a non profit weight loss support group, meets Monday night in Aldergrove. Info: Susan at 604856-1138. Seniors Fitness Exercises with qualified instructor, every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at the Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 - 273 Street. Cost is $6 per week. Aldergrove Toastmasters meets every Monday, 7 p.m. at Aldergrove Community Secondary School in room 125. Boost your self confidence; become a better speaker and have fun. Info: Vicki Austad, 604-856-5970. Volunteer Drivers Needed - to help seniors. No special insurance needed. Kilometres reimbursed. Call Janice at 604-5303020 Ext 302. Seniors Carpet Bowling - every Thursday afternoon, 1:30 p.m. at the Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3025 273 Street. Cost is $1 per week. Square Dance Classes - Sundays at 12:30 p.m. at the Aldergrove OAP Hall, Fraser Hwy. at 273 Street. Singles and couples welcome, free admission, first three dances no experience. Info: call Tyler, 604-590-9039. Aldergrove Art Club - join our friendly group every Wednesday from 1-4 p.m. at the OAP Hall, 3015 - 273 St., Aldergrove. Info: Laurie at 604-856-6990 or Sheila at 604-539-0225. People in Pain Network - nonprofit organization which assists people living with all types of chronic pain. A new, free Fraser Valley support group at Aldergrove’s Seventh-Day Adventist Church, on the third Tuesday each month from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon at 26245 - 28 Ave., Aldergrove. Info: Dick e-mail at dick@ pipain.com, or 604-928-0486. Aldergrove ESL Classes - Free English as Second Language classes every Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at St. Dunstans Anglican Church, 3025 - 264 Street, Aldergrove. All are welcome.

Knitting Circle - at Aldergrove Library. Feeling at loose ends? Why not gather up your materials and join other adult knitters who are open to learning and sharing ideas. Bring your current needlecraft project with you. Aldergrove Library is located at 26770 - 29 Ave., info: 604-856-6415. Classics Book Club - Join the lively discussion at this new book club and get acquainted with the great books of world literature. Meets on the first Wednesday of every month, 7 p.m. at Murrayville Library. Coffee provided. Fort Langley Library Knitting Circle - Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m. Drop-in. Bring your knitting to the library and enjoy the companionship of working with others on your project. Beginners welcome. Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca Fraser Health Crisis Line - recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to people who are experiencing emotional distress. No previous experience is needed as extensive training and ongoing support is provided. Visit website www.options.bc.ca and follow the link for the Crisis Line. Brit Floyd - Discovery World Tour of Pink Floyd tribute band, Sunday, June 8, 8 p.m. at Abbotsford Entertainment & Sports Centre. Tickets (incl. GST) $37.25, $47.25, $67.25 (Plus FMF and service charges), available at: abbotsfordcentre.ca, AESC Box Office, all Ticketmaster Outlets or by phone 1-855-985-5000. Post Abortion Healing Services - If you are interested in post abortion healing support, please contact Tanya at Your Pregnancy Options, Aldergrove - info@yourpregnancyoptions.ca, 604-8569151, www.yourpregnancyoptions.ca Langley Amateur Radio Association — meets first Thursday of month at 7 p.m. at Brookswood Firehall #5, 20355 32nd Ave., Langley. Coffee and sweets provided. Info, email: Don dondee@ shaw.ca

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Grant policy boosts community efforts Aldergrove Star

On April 14, Township Council announced it has increased its overall allocation of grant money by establishing a new budget envelope that will grow as the population increases, based on a calculation of $1.75 per capita. For 2014, council awarded $357,725 to non-profit organizations that provide services for Township residents, including 79 community grants totaling $189,400 and ten capital improvement grants totaling $63,825. Recipients included service clubs, community and business associations, arts and culture groups, animal care supporters, local social services providers, and organizations that promote health and wellness. The grants will be put toward a variety of uses, from pub-

lic education, special event hosting, and fundraising ventures, to music festivals, cultural activities, and youth and seniors initiatives. Capital improvement funding will go towards repairing and enhancing community halls operated by non-profit societies with washroom upgrades, window replacement, painting, and audiovisual improvements. Funding will also provide for enhancements to the BC Farm Machinery and Agricultural Museum, Brookswood Seniors Centre, Fort Langley Lions Seniors Hall, and the Langley Playhouse. As well, $17,000 has been dedicated to student scholarships, with two $1,000 awards going to Township high schools. In addition, each Township high school hosting a dry grad event received $250.

Sponsorship for events that can be enjoyed by the entire community was also offered through 2014 major festivals grant funding. A combined Canada Day and Langley’s International Festival received $15,000, Aldergrove Festival Days received $10,000, and the Fort Langley Cranberry Festival was given $5,000. The communities of Fort Langley, Brookswood, and Aldergrove also received banner grants totaling $16,500 to design and install community focused street banners. As well, $35,000 was put towards the “Nothing Without Effort” initiative, which makes $5,000 available to each of the Township’s six communities, plus the rural community, for beautification efforts.

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Two Langley auto body repair shops, On Line Collision Ltd. and Craftsman Collision Langley, received prestigious awards. These two “c.a.r. shop VALET” facilities were each awarded a 2013 AutocheX Premier Achiever Award for outstanding customer service. AutocheX is a third party company that measures customer satisfaction levels for body shops through surveys. On Line Collision Ltd, Craftsman Collision Langley and 13 other ICBC c.a.r. shop VALET facilities achieved

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A program that provides safe rides home to youth in Abbotsford, Mission and Aldergrove is in danger of being scrapped if more funds donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t become available. SafeRide Home (SRH) has been operated by Youth Unlimited, a faith-based organization, since 1992, providing free rides home for young people who might be impaired, bullied, beaten, lost, abandoned or need to get home safely. More than 20,000 youths have used the service since it began. An average of 50 teens use the service every weekend, and the average age is 16. Al McLean began the program to prevent deaths resulting from teenage drinking and driving after three teens he knew died in impaired-driving accidents. For the first 10 years, McClean used his own vehicle. In 2002, funds became available for the purchase of the first SRH van. By 2008, SRH had a three-hour wait list for kids needing a ride. In 2010, an Abbotsford businessman leased a second van for the program, which considerably reduced the wait list. McLean passed away in 2011, but staff and volunteers have kept the program going. They are now facing financial challenges. The lease of their second van ends this August, and an additional $16,000 is needed to buy out the lease and retain the vehicle. The first SRH van is getting older and will need to be replaced in the future. The programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s primary partners, the Abbotsford Heat and the Heat Foundation, are leaving town with their financial support, following the recent announcement of the city ending their contract with the hockey team. Doug McKellan of Youth Unlimited (YU) said an additional challenge is that many community grants are not accessible to faith-based organizations, although YU continues to apply for them. He said the agency appreciates the support it receives from individuals, businesses and service organizations such as the Kiwanis Club and Lanka Jewels. Anyone who is interested in becoming a partner with SRH and Youth Unlimited is asked to contact Doug at doug@youthunlimited.com or 604-835-0380.

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Box pickup days are the second and last Thursdays of each month, with the ordering deadline one week prior. Participants select one of three pickup sites â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the Community Living building at 2539 Montvue Ave., Eugene Reimer Middle School at 3433 Firhill Dr. and University of the Fraser Valleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s student union office. The next ordering deadline is May 22, with pickup on May 29. There is no limit to how much or how often people order, and there is no membership fee or club signup. Homer said the program continues to grow in popularity, drawing people from all socio-economic backgrounds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We wanted to have a program that was open to everybody,â&#x20AC;? she said. The initiative is an offshoot of the Harvest Box program that began 15 years ago and has been running from Vancouver to Aldergrove. Vibrant Abbotsford, an organization aimed at reducing poverty and an initiative of United Way of the Fraser Valley, wanted to make the program more acces-

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It’s free, painless, and the smallest amount can make a world of difference. It’s kindness — and Pat Weibelzahl of You’ve Gotta Have Friends, is hoping that Langley residents will give generously this month. YGHF will host a ‘Kindness Connects’ week, from May 26-30, but the organization’s goal is that the sentiment will continue throughout the rest of the year. “(Kindness) feels good for everyone and it’s the first step toward friendship,” said Weibelzahl, co-coordinator of the non-profit community-based organization that looks for opportunities to promote connections and inclusion within the Langleys. They will be active in Aldergrove as well, attending events here and handing out their acts of kindness stickers. “This year, our focus is on heightening the awareness of how kindness connects people and encourages a stronger sense of inclusion and belonging in our community.” Along with her colleague, Janice McTaggart, Weibelzahl joined YGHF eight years ago. In that time, she’s met numerous people who are isolated and without connections in the community.

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Kindness Connects Week will wrap up on Friday, May 30 with a concert by The Timewalkers, who will perform many great pop and rock classics from the ’60s and ’70s.’ The dance will begin in McBurney Lane at 6 to 8 p.m. All are welcome. It might be that they are new in town, recently divorced, aging or perhaps they’ve had an accident. “Their supports fall away and it’s difficult to connect,” she said. A lot of the people who come to YGHF events have developmental disabilities, noted Weibelzahl. “That’s a whole other ball game. They may have a caregiver and family, but no friends.” Working under the auspices of the Langley Association for Community Living, YGHF is funded through the United Way, community grants and private donations. Each Wednesday and Friday, YGHF opens its doors in McBurney Lane from 2 to 4 p.m. People are invited to stop by for a visit and maybe meet

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Aldergrove’s Jacob Simons is safe at base in peewee AA baseball against Coquitlam at Aldergrove Athletic Park on the weekend. Aldergrove is hosting three ball tournaments this month, with the midgets set for this weekend, May 17-19, followed by the combined bantam and mosquito tournaments, May 30 to June 2. medals will be awarded for the first and second place teams. Two weeks later, Aldergrove Minor Baseball Association will be hosting the combined annual AMBA Mosquito A U11 Tournament and Bantam AA U15 Tournament at Aldergrove Athletic Park, May 30 to June 1. The Mosquito tournament is already filled by eight teams at the Mosquito A level. Pool 1 includes the Langley

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A zone boundary change means Langley Minor Hockey Association players heading to the B.C. Major Midget Hockey League will soar with the Fraser Valley Thunderbirds instead of the Valley West Hawks. The move was announced on May 8 for the 2014/15 season. Previously, LMHA players were in the

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struggled to compete when we had some key injuries (so) our goal this year was to develop all 26 players on the roster and give them all meaningful game

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The D.W. Poppy Redhawks are not just content on making an appearance in their second go-round at the provincial high school Double-AA championships later this month. The senior boys squad made the tournament and placed 16th in 2013. The result is not surprising, considering that when the group first got together in Grade 9, only two players had played the game before. “We were literally years behind many of the schools we were competing against,” said Mike Munsie, who coaches the team alongside Kyle Barry. “The hard work, dedication and love of the game that they have shown has allowed them to become a successful team despite that barrier.” The Redhawks booked a return ticket to provincials — the opening round is May 24 at various locations before switching to Abbotsford’s Exhibition Park May 29-31 — after a 24-0 semifinal victory over the Southridge Storm last week (May 8) in the Fraser Valley semifinals. Matt Theodore — who was named to the Commissioner’s XV at provincials last year — scored a pair of tries in the victory, while Gino Paolella

time throughout the season. “Our depth this year has allowed us to rest players at key positions and stay healthy all season long.”

Poppy Girls in Draw

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D.W. Poppy’s Nick Vandergoes (#12 with the ball) in action versus Southridge Storm in Fraser Valley tier A AA semi-final game at Poppy, May 8. Poppy won 24-0. and Nick Vandergoes had one (Wednesday). The goal this year is at least each. “Last year’s provincials a top eight finish. Last year Paolella also picked up his was a learning experience for taught the program that depth team’s Golden Hammer award both the players and coaches,” was essential to compete, for the biggest tackle. said Barry. “The players had a especially with injuries. Poppy, which is ranked chance to see and play against “It takes more than just seventh in the province, plays the elite teams in the province the 15 starting players on the the fifth-ranked G.W. Graham and learned where they need- field,” Munsie said. Grizzlies of Chilliwack in the ed to get to if they wanted to “Last year we did not have Fraser Valley final tomorrow challenge for top spot.” a very deep team and really

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D.W. Poppy Secondary school’s Emma McFarlin (with the ball) in the girls’ rugby game against Charles Best school, May 5 at Poppy’s field. The game ended in a 10-10 draw.

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Poppy Soccer Girls Take on Valley

BC Winter Games $1.6-m boost Aldergrove Star

The 2014 BC Winter Games had a direct economic impact of $1.6 million to the local host region of Mission and surrounding Fraser Valley municipalities such as Abbotsford and Pitt Meadows. The study, commissioned by the BC Games Society, measured spending by Games organizers, participants, spectators, and volunteers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This study reinforces what host communities have long knownâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; that the BC Games result in positive economic and social benefits, including direct economic impact,â&#x20AC;? said Coralee Oakes, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The study bears out that in addition to the huge benefits the BC Games bring to developing high performance athletes, they also bring significant benefits for communities. The BC Games are a win for everyone.â&#x20AC;? Participants, spectators, and volunteers accounted for $851,300 of spending while Games organizers

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D.W. Poppy Secondary schoolâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Alexis Weller (on left, with the ball) in the girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; soccer game versus Credo Christian school, May 5 at Poppyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s field. The Poppy grade 8-9 girls next play the Fraser Valley quarter finals, May 15, 3:30 p.m. at Poppyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s field.

Langley United â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;KICKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; cancer in 24 hour soccer match Aldergrove Star

Langleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s soccer community will take aim at kicking cancer on Saturday, June 21 when Langley United Soccer Association plays host to the first annual Langley United KICK Cancer fundraising match to battle pediatric cancer. Funds raised from this 24 hour-long soccer kick-around will be directed to the BC Cancer Foundation to support leading-edge research at the BC Cancer Agency aimed a finding a cure for pediatric cancers. The event officially starts at 12 noon on Saturday, June 21 and concludes with the finale at 12 noon Sunday at Willoughby Community Park in Langley. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Langley United KICK Cancer 24-hour soccer fundraising match is modeled on the successful 24-hour relay in that this will be a fun way for the Langley and Fraser Valley soccer community to come together to raise money to fight pediatric cancers,â&#x20AC;? said Dave Kasper, president of Langley United. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It will also be a lot of fun for families as many families will be camping overnight onsite in a tent city and there will be action into the evening and overnight before the match concludes with the final kick at 12 noon on Sunday. Anyone in the community is invited to register and join in the fun for a great cause.â&#x20AC;? This all ages, 24-hour soccer relay will see players as young as four and up to seniors participate by playing soccer or by just kicking a ball for a few minutes. While the event will be organized

with one hour time slots, participants can put any small amount of time in. The event is open to anyone in the community including players, coaches, parents, families and any other persons wishing to participate and fundraise for the BC Cancer Foundation. Players can sign up as individuals, create a team, or join an existing team. A $20 donation to the BC Cancer Foundation is suggested to take part in this event. The event will begin at noon on Saturday, June 21 with one-hour time slots running in the afternoon, evening and overnight before finishing at noon on Sunday, June 22. The youngest age groups will be scheduled to participate during daylight hours, with older groups taking part in the evening, overnight and in the morning before the Sunday noon finale. All funds raised will go to the BC Cancer Foundation and the aim is to develop the Langley United KICK Cancer 24 hour match into an annual soccer fundraiser to support the fight against pediatric cancers. Registration for the Langley United KICK Cancer event is now open and donations are being accepted. You can gain more information at www. langleyunited.com or by going to the official sign up page at the BC Cancer Foundation website at http://donate. bccancerfoundation.com/site/TR?fr_ id=2471&pg=entry. Questions about the event can be directed to info@luysa.com

spent $731,900. As the BC Winter Games are a unique one-time opportunity for athletes, the majority of spectator spending comes from parents attending the Games in support of their children, booking hotel nights and visiting restaurants. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The 2014 BC Winter Games were a major success and I want to congratulate Mission for doing an excellent job as host community,â&#x20AC;? said MLA Simon Gibson. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The BC Games bring in athletes, family members, fans, volunteers, coaches, and officials which translates to major support for local businesses and families.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The BC Games represent an incredible opportunity for host communities, as Mission so effectively demonstrated in February,â&#x20AC;? said MLA Marc Dalton. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Not only do the BC Games provide an important developmental experience for athletes, coaches, and officials, but they give host communities a chance to shine, as Mission did, and enjoy well-deserved eco-

nomic benefits.â&#x20AC;? Statistics from the report include: r .PSF UIBO PG UIF BUIMFUFT surveyed had friends or relatives attending as spectators r PG TQFDUBUPST JOUFSWJFXFE were from outside the Mission/ Fraser Valley area r PG OPO MPDBM TQFDUBUPST were in the area specifically for the (BNFT BOE XFSF TUBZJOH GPS three to four days r PG TQFDUBUPST TQFOU money on goods or services while at the Games with accommodation BDDPVOUJOH GPS PG UPUBM TQFOEing and restaurant meals accountJOH GPS PG TQFOEJOH r XBT HFOFSBUFE JO provincial taxes The economic impact study was conducted by the Economic Planning Group of Canada who has expertise in the field as the author of several previous studies at the BC Games. The full report can be viewed at www.bcgames.org.

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John Morgan , Envision Financial Birthplace of BC Gallery Thomas Reid Farms Rich and Michele Coleman West Coast Chamber Music Langley Community Music School Vanilla Clothing in Walnut Grove Deanna Horn - Re/Max Treeland Realty Baby Brands International Inc. Davids Tea, HighStreet Natalie Grant, Boombaloo Cactus Club Langley Domaine de Chaberton Estate Winery Lynnbert Wine & Spirit David Herman & Son Central City Brewers Yellow Tail Wine The Delf Group Quails' Gate Winery E&J Gallo Winery Steve the Wine Guy Mondia Alliance And, to our guests, staff and volunteers who attend the event each year, a big thank you! We couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do it without you!

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The Township of Langley Civic Facility and Operations Centre will be closed Monday, May 19 for Victoria Day. Tuesday, May 20 | 7 - 9pm Seniors Advisory Committee Civic Facility Salmon River Committee Room Wednesday, May 21 | 7 - 9pm Community and Transportation Safety Advisory Committee Civic Facility Salmon River Committee Room

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Tree Clear-Cutting Prohibited in Brookswood/Fernridge

Temporary Road Closure: 16 Avenue and 248 Street

On April 29, 2014, Township of Langley Council adopted a new, temporary bylaw to regulate, prohibit, and impose requirements on tree clear-cutting in Brookswood/Fernridge. Bylaw 2014 No. 5071 was enacted on an interim basis so that Council, in consultation with the public, could consider amending the Brookswood/Fernridge Community Plan or creating a permanent tree bylaw. Under the new bylaw, no one (including land owners) can remove more than 8 trees or 20 per cent of the trees on a parcel of land, whichever is less, until the bylaw is repealed.

A temporary road closure of 16 Avenue from 240 Street to 256 Street, and 248 Street from 8 Avenue to 24 Avenue, will be in effect from 7am on Sunday, May 25 to 12am on Monday, May 26. The road closures are required to facilitate the installation of the top lift of pavement and final line markings at the intersection of 16 Avenue and 248 Street.

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Langley Thunder WLA Lacrosse Wed May 28 7:45pm vs. Maple Ridge Burrards Home opener. The Langley Events Centre is located at 7888 - 200 Street For ticket information, contact Langley Events Centre 604.882.8800 • langleyeventscentre.com

public programs and events Backyard Composter Truckload Sale Curious about composting? Then mark your calendar for the third annual Backyard Composter Truckload Sales Event. For only $25, purchase a backyard composter and receive a free “kitchen catcher,” a small container for your kitchen scraps. The first 30 residents also get an aerator. The complete deal is valued at $110! Date: Saturday, June 7 Time: 9:30am - 2:00pm Place: Entrance of Langley Costco Address: 20499 - 64 Avenue This deal is only open to Township of Langley residents. Cash or cheque only. Home delivery is available. To learn more about composting, visit tol.ca/composting.

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The bylaw only affects properties in the geographic area outlined in the Brookswood/Fernridge Community Plan (see map) and does not apply to land within the Agricultural Land Reserve or land being used as a farm operation. Trees can still be removed if they are blocking sightlines under the Township’s highway and traffic bylaw or if they are in an area approved by provincial regulation for a septic field or water well. Trees may be removed if necessary for the construction of a building, if approved by a development permit, development variance permit, or building permit issued by the Township of Langley. Trees can also be removed if they are hazardous, as certified by an arborist, or in case of an emergency, if certification is received by the Township Engineer within 30 days of the cutting. The prohibition is being taken very seriously and those who are convicted of violating the bylaw by damaging or removing protected trees face a fine of not less than $500 and not more than $10,000 per tree. Specific details and the entire Interim Tree Clear-Cutting Bylaw 2014 No. 5071 can be viewed on the Township’s website at tol.ca, under About the Township/Bylaws/All bylaws. To report a violation, call 604.532.7551. For more information contact:

Engineering Division 604.533.6006 enginfo@tol.ca

public programs and events Heritage Building Incentive Program The Heritage Building Incentive Program is designed to assist with the costs of restoring, repairing, and maintaining eligible heritage buildings within the Township of Langley. Grants are available to property owners of heritage buildings included in the Township of Langley’s Inventory of Heritage Resources.

Bylaw Enforcement 604.532.7551 bylaw@tol.ca

No Changes to Township Curbside Recycling Collection Residents may have heard that some municipalities are making changes to their recycling collection programs and the items they accept at curbside. Please note that no changes are being made to the Township of Langley’s recycling collection. The Township will continue to collect glass as well as all other recyclables currently accepted. If the Township were to make changes to any of its collection programs in the future, residents would be notified well in advance. For more information, visit tol.ca/recycle. Engineering Division 604.532.7300 opsinfo@tol.ca

The next deadline for the grant program is Friday, May 23, 2014 at 4:30pm. For an application form, visit the Township of Langley website at tol.ca/hbip. Elaine Horricks Heritage Planner 604.534.3211, Local 2998

Grow Smart This Summer Watch community centres in the Township for the Grow Healthy, Grow Smart display this summer to learn how you can have a beautiful, healthy lawn and garden. outreach@leps.bc.ca 604.546.0338 tol.ca/growhealthygrowsmart

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No hockey team in Abbotsford’s arena next season By DAN KINVIG Aldergrove Star

Eliminated from playoffs, the Abbotsford Heat’s fiveyear run in this city is now officially over, with the team moving its equipment out of the Abbotsford Centre this week. The venture proved costly for taxpayers, but how will it impact the community if Abbotsford’s 7,000-seat arena is without an anchor tenant for an extended period of time? Mayor Bruce Banman acknowledged in an interview Wednesday what the commissioners of the AHL, ECHL and WHL have already told The News – it’s highly unlikely a major junior or pro hockey team will call Abbotsford home during the 2014-15 season. “It would take extraordinary circumstances at this late juncture to be able to get any commissioner from any league to OK a team for next season,” Banman said. “I’d love to have something for folks next season, but it just didn’t pan out that way.” The City of Abbotsford paid $5.5 million to terminate the last five years of the Heat’s 10-year supply fee agreement to play out of Abbotsford Centre, which guaranteed the team a break-even budget of $5.7 million annually. The Heat’s total shortfall between 2009 and 2014 is expected to be approximately $7.2 million once the final numbers for the 2013-14 season are tallied. In recent years, Abbotsford Centre has run an annual deficit of about $2 million (in addition to the shortfalls

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Abbotsford Centre will certainly be without an anchor tenant for the 2014-15 season. incurred by the Heat), with the facility’s deficit for 2013 estimated at $2.3 million. Banman downplayed the notion that the arena’s revenues would shrink in the hockey team’s absence. Part of the plan for the arena’s future is to open it up to community user groups, and Banman said the city is hearing from groups which want to rent the ice. Without the hockey team, there will also be more available dates for entertainment, he said. “Both Ticketmaster and Global Spectrum will be doing their best to help bring us entertainment, and we’ll see what pans out in that,” he said. “We will work very hard to find things to bring into this building.” Asked for a detailed breakdown of the Heat’s revenues and costs as they related to the arena, the city declined, stating those numbers are held by Global Spectrum, which is under a third-party contract to manage the facility. But

Katherine Jeffcoatt, the city’s director of communications, said all hockey-related revenues, including concession and sponsorships, are included within the Heat’s supply fee. Several sources indicate the absence of an anchor tenant will have a wider economic impact beyond just the facility’s bottom line. In January 2011, a study presented to city council by consulting company Grant Thornton International stated the arena generated an economic impact of $24.3 million in 2010 and created the equivalent of 305 full-time jobs. The report didn’t break down the Heat’s share of the economic spin-off, but it did note that the hockey team accounted for 70 per cent of the arena’s total attendance in that year. In a subsequent interview, Lane Sweeting, whose Fraser Valley Sports and Entertainment group operated the Heat, said the hockey team accounted for “well over

half ” of the facility’s economic impact. “The economic impact (of not having an anchor tenant) is going to be quite severe,” Sweeting said. “It’s a significant amount of salaries that are gone from this marketplace.” Sweeting added that the hockey team paid about $7,000 per game to the arena to cover overhead. Based on 41 home games in 2013-14, that represents $287,000. Local non-profit groups will also be affected by the Heat’s departure. Over their five seasons in town, the Heat generated nearly $1 million for non-profits, according to figures supplied by the hockey club. That includes 50/50 draws ($444,069), Heat Foundation grants for youthfocused charities ($161,693, including an estimated $60,000 in upcoming 2014 grants), and a program which allowed groups to re-sell Heat tickets as a fundraiser (potential profits of $392,770).

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public programs and events Private Well and Septic Seminars Protect your investment! Learn about proper private well and septic systems maintenance. Free seminars will be help upstairs in the Murrayville Fire Hall, 22170 - 50 Avenue: Private Well Seminar Date: Thursday, May 29 Time: 7 - 9 pm Septic Sense Seminar Date: Thursday, June 5 Time: 7 - 9 pm For more information or to RSVP contact: Erin Enns Water Wise Program Coordinator Langley Environmental Partners Society 604.546.0345 water@leps.bc.ca

Almost $600,000 was generated in the last two seasons, largely due to a change in the fundraiser program which saw the non-profits’ take increased from a flat $3 fee per ticket sold to approximately 50 per cent of the retail rate. Trevor Bamford, president of the Abbotsford Minor Hockey Association (AMHA), said his organization netted in the neighbourhood of $25,000 annually via the Heat 50/50. That money supported development initiatives, including extra ice time for the younger age groups, and the AMHA’s benevolent fund, which helps kids who otherwise can’t afford to play. “It’s sizeable enough that it will have an impact,” Bamford said. “We have to go to the business community and look for sponsors.” The Heat were also major supporters of SafeRide Home, a local program which provides free transportation for young people who might be impaired, bullied, or in danger. Program director Doug McKellan said that SafeRide Home, operated by faith-based organization Youth Unlimited, collected roughly $20,000 over the past four years via Heat grants and fundraisers. They put out an appeal last week, indicating that the program could be scrapped if they aren’t able to come up with funds to replace what came from the Heat. An average of 50 teens use the service every weekend. McKellan said he frequently took groups of at-risk kids to Heat games, and praised the hockey team’s

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public notice Summer Maintenance of Rural Boulevards and Ditches The Township of Langley currently utilizes three full-time and one seasonal roadside grass mowers for ditch mowing. This equipment has predetermined routes, or an assigned area to follow. Should the equipment be pulled away to do a specific request it only lengthens the time it takes to fully complete all the rural boulevards and ditches. If you have a request for mowing or brushwacking, we ask that you be patient as we try to fit the work schedule in as efficiently as possible.

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public notice Water Main Flushing As part of our maintenance program, the municipal Water Department will be flushing water mains within the dates shown below. Water main flushing is weather dependant and we are unable to provide a specific date for when it will occur in your area. As a result of this flushing, you may notice changes in water pressure and there may be some discolouration or sediment in the water. This is a temporary condition and is not a health hazard. To avoid inconvenience, please check the water before doing laundry and you may wish to keep water in the refrigerator for drinking and cooking.

The Township, along with Provincial and Federal agencies, have classified the open channel water systems into three categories:

Northwest Langley: April 4 – May 30

Class A ditches are fish bearing; Class B ditches are fish habitat. Both of these categories require formal approval before any work can be completed.

Murrayville: April 25 – May 30

Class C ditches are deemed to have no fish or fish habitat issues whatsoever and require notification only for work to take place. Therefore, how or when a ditch is cleaned will depend on its classification. We thank you for your understanding as we operate under these requirements. Engineering Division 604.532.7300

work with non-profit groups. “I appreciate that (Heat president) Ryan Walter really wanted to be involved in the community in Abbotsford,” he said. “He really had a heart for the community.” Banman said the impact of not having an anchor tenant next season will be “minimal” in terms of the economy and non-profits. “In the short term, we’re going to feel some pain,” he said. “But in the long term, I would expect that it will actually be better.” Part of Banman’s optimism stems from his belief it will be easier to sell naming rights to the arena without the stigma of the Heat’s unpopular public subsidies. “We need to be honest about some of the negativity that was surrounding that,” he said. “What I’ve heard is, people are embracing the entertainment side, but it was the Heat deal that was the most troublesome.” Banman said the city has “a couple irons in the fire” on the naming rights front, though there is no deadline to get a deal done. He’s also “very confident” that the city will be able to attract an anchor tenant for the 2015-16 season. “We have had a few phone calls already,” he said, declining to go into further detail. “It’s not from a particular league – it’s been from various leagues. This is a very great marketplace for many different leagues, and we’ll see what happens. I’m very confident that something the public can embrace will be in place for that season.”

Fort Langley, Forest Knolls, and Milner: April 28 – May 30 Willowbrook: May 12 – May 30 Engineering Division 604.532.7300 opsinfo@tol.ca

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QUALITY CONTROL The Lemare Group is seeking a Quality Control person for Northern Vancouver Island. Coastal/Dryland sort experience an asset. Traveling required. Excellent wages plus benefits. Email or fax resumes to office@lemare.ca or 250-956-4888, Attention: Jennifer.

opportunity

PROFESSIONAL SALES ASSOCIATES

Fax Resumes: 604.888.4688 or Email to: info@greggbc.ca or Visit:www.greggdistributors.ca

Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Excellent Wages! Start Now! Andy 604.808.1655 E-mail: hazelmererooﬁng@shaw.ca

We Want You!

Greenland growers in Aldergrove looking for a fulltime supervisor. Duties: Develop & organize marketing plans, identify/ control plant diseases, order materials, supervise planting, transplanting & staff. Deal with customers,etc. wage $16.50/h. Related education is required. Punjabi an asset. Email resume to: kulwantdhami2003@gmail.com. Fax-604-856-0941

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

• ROOFERS • LABOURERS Required for Hazelmere Roofing

HELP WANTED

An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.

Vernon Service Company requires Journeyman Service Plumbers/Gasfitters, $36.00/hr Call (250)549-4444 or fax 250-549-4416

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Existing established territory with customer base. Training provided to help achieve your full potential. COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE

APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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.

PERSONAL SERVICES 188

LEGAL SERVICES

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 260

ELECTRICAL

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

GARDENING

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS .Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).

Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

G & R RESTORATIONS Complete homes, additions, reno’s.

All Aspects of Int/Ext Construction.

283A

HANDYPERSONS

COMPLETE Handyman Services: new decks, house repairs, additions, power washing. Great rates, references. Call Mike 604.319.0273

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

HIGH VOLTAGE! bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

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Specializing in waterproofing & restoration work. Excellent line-up of Quality sub trades. 35 Years in construction business.

Call Glenn at 604-831-1852

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MOVING & STORAGE

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

A SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR. European trained. Specializing in Reno’s. Local refs. Reasonable Rates. Call 604-532-1710

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(778)378-6683 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

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MOVING & STORAGE

AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets. Eliminate Bugs - Guaranteed. No Mess, Odorless, Long Lasting. Available online only @ Ace Hardware & The Home Depot

454

EQUESTRIAN

COURSE CEDAR HOG FUEL

Call 604-856-6500

PETS

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 Chihuahuas tiny teacups ready to go now, 1 male, 1 female. $700 604-794-7347

www.paintspecial.com 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.

Collie Doodle (Collie x Poodle) puppies, born Feb 26, specially created ideal family dogs, intelligent, easy to train, good natured, gentle, good with animals and kids, low/no shed for hypo allergenic, will be med. size about 45-50lbs 23-24in tall, will have shots and deworming,females only, black and rare blue merle Raised in the house with kids. $950. Mission, 604-820-4827

Entlebucher pups, short-hair, family raised, gentle, vet checked, 1st shots, dewormed. $900 each. 604-795-7662. MINI - Mid Sized Labradoodles 15lbs-45lbs gvmonsen@telus.net 604-300-2820 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

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

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MISC. WANTED

REAL ESTATE

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

PITTBULL Puppies - Purebred. Born March 7th. Great bloodlines. $750-$1500. Call 604-765-0453. PRESA CANARIO puppies - 7/wks. 3 female, 2 male. Vet checked, all shots. Ready. $550. 604-719-3194.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

TONY’’S PAINTING

332

PAVING/SEAL COATING

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

338

551

ANNUAL GARAGE SALE 30+ TABLES

PLUMBING

STOP RENTING! RENT TO OWN! No Qualifications! Flexible Terms! CLOVERDALE - 60th and 176th Spacious 1 Bedroom Condo. Only $880/mo. Option Fee Req’d 604-626-9647

706

Call: John Wojnarowski Royal LePage Northstar Realty (604)838-2331 www.homeandacreage.ca

ALDERGROVE: Clean, quiet, suite avail on Fraser Highway, 1 Bdrm @ $670/mo (incl heat and hot water). Call David @ 604.328.4461

PS: My purchasers are ready, willing & able to act today on this type of property.

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.

HOUSES FOR SALE

CHARMING English Garden Home in Ocean Park on large private fenced lot surrounded by beautiful gardens, planter’s shed, hot tub, pond and more. $849,000. MLS# F1407798. 12672 20th Ave. Drive by and peak over the fence and if you like what you see, give me a call. Pilar Osing Homelife Benchmark Realty 604-531-1111

HOMES WANTED

715

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

N SURREY 3 bdrm 15 min Gateway S/T. Freshly painted, L fenced yd, 11/2 bth, 4 appl, quiet area, erly move-in poss. 604-764-0652 glarea@mail.com $1400

741

OFFICE/RETAIL

ALDERGROVE: Newly reno 600 sqft office, retail, unique studio-like storefront space on Fraser Hwy. Negot. terms. David 604-328-4461

TRANSPORTATION

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809

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS

SATURDAY MAY 17 9 am ~ 2 pm

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

RAIN OR SHINE

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

LOCATED INSIDE RECREATION CENTER

MULTI FAMILY SALE Large amount of quality items including - antiques, household, paintings, industrial shelving, and some toys, etc.

Sat May 17th. 8am-2pm.

1431 - 232 St. Langley enter off 14th Ave.

TWILIGHT DRIVE-IN

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

RUBBISH REMOVAL

SWAP MEET 260 St. & Fraser Hwy, Langley

EVERY Sunday 7am

604-856-5165

~ FINANCING AVAILABLE ~

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

1.800.910.6402

NICELY APPOINTED EXECUTIVE HOME WITH A HUGE SHOP ON A QUIET ACREAGE. Yes indeed this home and shop are in a class by themselves. This 5000 plus sq. foot home plus 33 x 50 shop on over an acre are sure to wow. From 7 bdrms and 3 baths, to a gourmet kitchen with gleaming hardwood floors this one is sure to impress. Plus all the room you need for parking. Thinking of a NEW home based business this is the spot. Too much to list, call today and see it PRICE! 23017 72 Avenue, Langley $ for yourself. Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing, 604-857-1100 949,000

SOUTH FACING, END UNIT TOWNHOUSE IN THE HEART OF WALNUT GROVE

SOLD!

The Perfect End Unit. Are you looking for a unit in a great complex but need some privacy. This is it. This meticulous end unity has what you are looking or including 3 spacious bedrooms, gleaming hardwood floors, recently done roof, 2 gas fireplaces, lots of parking, and a huge master bedroom, private south facing back yard and walking distance to everything. All in a very well managed complex. You don’t want to miss out. Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing. 604-857-1100.

JUST LISTED!

#76 8716 Walnut Grove Drive

RETIREMENT RANCHER TOWNHOUSE WITH LOFT IN ABBOTSFORD Here is the perfect home for your retirement. This end unit townhome in a gated community has the master on the main and two extra spacious bedrooms up, in popular Elwood Estates. You will love this layout with its bright, spacious, open plan which includes vaulted ceilings all freshly painted. This 19+ complex is the perfect place to call home. Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing. 604-857-1100.

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OUTSTANDING MURRAYVILLE FAMILY HOME WITH ROOM FOR THE INLAWS

SOLD!

Just as the title says. This executive home located in upper Murrayville has it all. A beautiful office for your home based business plus room for a suite...on top of all this you get 4 generous sized bedrooms, a luxurious master ensuite, a huge kitchen for your families chef, and room for entertaining. All located in Upper Murrayville near schools, shopping, rec centers and golf courses. First time offered, don’t pass it by. Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing. 604-857-1100.

719,000

THE PERFECT RANCHER WITH LOFT IN ALDERGROVE

SELF-SERVE DISCOUNT AUTO PARTS

OVER A THOUSAND VEHICLES TO CHOOSE FROM

WEEKLY SPECIALS MAY 17 - 23, 2014

HEATER MOTORS........................................ $10.95 HEATER CORES............................................ $10.95 ELEC DISTRIBUTORS ................................ $29.95 STRUTS - 527 ............................................... $15.95 LOWER CONTROL ARMS ........................... $10.95 ALL BUCKET SEATS - MANUAL ............... $19.95 ALL BENCH SEATS...................................... $24.95 ANY PLAIN STEEL WHEEL .......................... $7.95 HOODS .......................................................... $40.95 FENDERS ...................................................... $20.95 CAR DOORS.................................................. $34.95 TRK VAN SUV DOORS ................................ $44.95

Admission:

Now That’s a Deal!

YARD SALE, Sat & Sun May 17 & 18, 9am-4pm. 26571 - 32A Ave, Aldergrove. Sports Cards, collectibles

MISC. FOR SALE

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

Auto Financing - Dream Catcher, Apply Today! Drive Today!

5071 224 Street, Langley

*Sellers $10. *Buyers $1.

560

The Scrapper

SOLD!

1-250-558-7888 www.orlandoprojects.com

Refreshments

POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

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

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

Yes just as I said....NO STRATA. Ever wanted to own but dislike the thought of strata fees? Well here is the place for you and your family to take advantage of townhouse style living without strata fees. This two storey end unit located across from a beautiful park is sure to impress. With its beautiful finishes and well apportioned rooms you will love it from top to bottom. Includes maple cabinets, granite counters, and tile backsplash as well as a cozy dinning, and living areas. Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing. 604-857-1100.

“LOOK FOR ARROWS”

PRESSURE WASHING

2007 HONDA GOLD WING 1800, 19,600 Kms, luggage rack and luggage bag, 2 helmets wired with sound system, heated seats and hand grips, GPS. Wired for CB and heated jackets, custom pipes, Rear passenger arm rests. Coffee holder. $15,000, (new $32,000). Located in Abbotsford.

Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855

ALMOST NEW 1/2 DUPLEX WITH NO STRATA IN CLOVERDALE

Also; Spectacular 3 Acre Parcel at $390,000

Including; Bake Sale, Plants

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

#96 - 31406 Upper Maclure Road, Abbotsford

FROM $140,000

809

845

APARTMENT/CONDO

Location: PIONEER PARK 272nd St & 0 Ave Aldergrove

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

GARAGE SALES

MOTORCYCLES

RENT TO OWN

700

Old English Bulldog pups 8wks, all shots,dewormed, vet checked. R.T.G. $2500/obo. 778-903-2993

830

TRANSPORTATION

RENTALS

ACREAGE

WE BUY HOMES BC

.CAN-PRO Paint and Drywall. Over 25 yrs of quality service. 3 ROOMS, $250. Insured. 604-771-7052

AUTO FINANCING

OTHER AREAS

REQUIRE 4 - 30 ACRES fenced; barn with stalls to accommodate 6-9 horses; dry land / no creeks; Indoor Riding Arena (or room to build one) House in good cond with 4 + bedrooms.

627

810

TRANSPORTATION

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.

Horse Property Wanted

626

TRANSPORTATION

SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly &

696

WANTED: GANDY or equivalent dry fertilizer applicator for potato planter. 12 volt. Call 250-706-9305.

603

REAL ESTATE 633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

PETS

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

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

MISC. FOR SALE

KILL BED BUGS & THEIR EGGS! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com

477

AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

560

YARD CARE / JUNK REMOVAL Odd Jobs. Comm/Res. Inside/Outside * Gardening Beds * Weed Removal REMOVAL OF ANYTHING / SIZE FAST & FRIENDLY SERVICE Incl. appliances Dave 604-825-0066

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

604-537-4140

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Hours: 8:30 am–5:00 pm 7 days a week www.pickapart.ca 792-1221

05/14W_PP14

43645 Industrial Way, Chilliwack

SOLD!

This nicely updated rancher has everything you’re looking for in a home. From three well appointed bedrooms, to beautiful designer kitchen and bathrooms. This one has the upgrades that are sure to impress plus RV parking and a loft rec-room. Call Verne Stel today for more details 604-857-1100.

2457 271A Street

529,900

“Thinking of Buying or Selling? Call me today.”

Verne Stel

604-857-1100 vernestel.remax.ca

REMAX ALDERCENTER REALTY 26641 FRASER HWY, ALDERGROVE

www.aldergrovestar.com

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I LIVE in Aldergrove. I SELL in Aldergrove. Call the Aldergrove specialist... Ready to move, when you are!

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Have a Safe and Enjoyable Victoria Day Weekend 20691-46A AVENUE, LANGLEY

RANCHER WALK OUT BASEMENT

Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100 6705 SATCHELL RD

$1,400,000

BRADNER ASSEMBLY ZONED PROPERTY

9000 sq ft 20 room care facility on 2.5 acre parcel already subdivided into two lots. City water, with septic treatment facility, generator, gov’t approved site perfect for an extension of church or associated assemble use. Quick possession possible.

$875,000

This is the one you’ve been waiting for, 1800 sq ft with a view of Langley City on a 1/3 acre lot. With back yard access and a workshop to boot could have suites for income or help. This is a custom built home with all the features and 9’ ceilings as well not a drive by, neat and clean or spotless is a better word to describe this one. Have it all in a great location of the city. Building a hot rod…bring it here.

Call Dan today 604-857-1100!

2211-256 STREET

E C I R P W HOT NE

4.4 ACRES

Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100

LISTINGS WANTED

Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100

$159,900

#44-26892-FRASER HWY

$1,800,000

26 ACRES

All cleared and In Hay land - over 430 feet of frontage. Older farm house on property plus 40 x 80 real shop and 80’ x 108’ cattle/hay barn - good driveways 3 phase power, city water, natural gas... Got Big Trucks? Bring em over! This is a well cared for property, ready to farm - no clearing to do.

Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100

5568-201A STREET

This is the one you have been waiting for. A large over 3000 sq ft bsmt home on a private lot close to everything. This home has lots of room from the great kitchen area to a family room on the main floor and a large master bedroom plus a fully finished bsmt with wet bar and large patio and sundeck. Home has a newer roof and a small barn. Bring the family and bring the critters, this is your new home.

27691 DOWNES ROAD

ANY SIZE ANY PRICE ANY CONDITION

Townhomes and ranchers wanted to sell. Market is now moving...

$850,000

Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100 $79,900

26489- FRASER HWY

$ 400,000

MICHAUD GARDENS

COMPLETELY REDONE!

1/4 ACRE DUPLEX LOT

One bedroom condo in a smaller building very good 800 sq ft floor plan. 19 + and bring your pet and your BBQ to this unit and live good. Large deck and the gas fireplace is included in low maintenance fees. Check this one out.

Completely redone 2 bedroom modular home in Aldergrove For Sale here quick possession possible. This has new everything and all you have to do is move in it even has a work shop in the back yard. Cute cozy and clean this is one worth looking into, you even have your own yard here.

1/4 acre lot right between commercial zoned property and a township parkland. Property has a frontage access road so you are not right on Fraser Hwy. Make an offer – small home is in reasonable shape.

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THE STANDARD FEATURES YOU EXPECT AND SOME YOU DON’T

Eligible Costco Members receive up to an additional

1,000 OnNewMost Vehicles

2014 FUSION SE

• 2.5L • 4 Cylinder • 6 Speed Auto

FINANCE LEASE

500 on Most New Focus and Fiesta

0 DOWN

$999 DOWN

158 277

BIWEEKLY

MONTHS

We are celebrating summer kick off with the May long weekend and have the deals to make it worth your while!

369352

23,715 – 1,000 $

MSA PRICE

1500 4X4

All advertised leases include Ford Maintenance Package

2014 ESCAPE SE

• 1.6L • Ecoboost • 6 Speed Auto

LEASE

0 DOWN

$999 DOWN

173 293

BIWEEKLY

MONTHS

$41,285 - $5965 - $750 - $1000

195 BIWEEKLY

2014 SONIC

2014 CRUZE LT TURBO

#E0162

Connectivity pkg, remote start, AC.

MSRP $16,045 Murray/GM Lease Discount - $1500 Student Bonus - $500 GM Loyalty - $750

MSRP $22,985 Murray/GM Lease Discount - $1500 Student Bonus - $500 GM Loyalty - $750

C96117

25,993 $ – 1,000

COSTCO MEMBER

#E0195

33,570

ONLY

MSA PRICE

SALE PRICE

FINANCE

Crew cab, locking diff.

MSRP Murray Lease Discount Military Bonus GM Loyalty

22,715

SALE PRICE

2014 SILVERADO

COSTCO MEMBER

mayday offers!

24,993

All advertised leases include Ford Maintenance Package

2014 F-150

SUPERCAB 4X4

FINANCE LEASE

201 $ 431 $

0 DOWN $999 DOWN

BIWEEKLY

MONTHS

FORD BOXLINER included in price

•3.7L • A/C • 6 speed auto, all-terrain tires, keyless entry. FB65059 $ MSA PRICE , $ COSTCO MEMBER – , SALE PRICE

13,295

30 134 1 000

29,134

ONLY

All advertised lease trucks include Ford Maintenance Package

2014 F-150 XLT 4X4 SUPERCREW

FINANCE LEASE

0 DOWN

$999 DOWN

222 398

SALE PRICE

ONLY

113 BIWEEKLY

2014 XTS PREMIUM DEMO

2014 REGAL E-ASSIST

Navigation, Driver assist pkg. #D0014

Navigation, sunroof, AC. #D0089

FORD BOXLINER included in price

32,929 $ – 1,000

MSRP Murray/GM Discount Military Bonus GM Loyalty

31,929

77 BIWEEKLY

20,235

MONTHS

488043

COSTCO MEMBER

BIWEEKLY

• 301A • XTR Package • 5.0L V8 • 18” Chrome Wheels MSA PRICE

#E0356

All advertised lease trucks include Ford Maintenance Package All prices and lease payments are plus GST, PST and Environmental fees. Limited time offer, good until 6:00pm Saturday May 17th. All prices are net of Ford and Dealer discounts and incentives. Costco rebate available on qualifying new vehicles for Costco members who are in good standing as of April 30th 2014. See dealer for complete details of eligible vehicles. Finance offers are calculated at 5.30% with amortization of 96 months. Leases are calculated over term indicated and are 20,000 kms per year allowance. *Total paid for leases are as follows, FB04914 $11,252.60, 488043 $11,817.00, A65075 $13,429, KD22684 $16,897.00, 209137 $12,516.00, 273830 $14,182.00, 369352 $16,010.00, C96117 $16,870.00. *Total paid lease calculations are inclusive of all taxes and fees. Finance payments include all taxes and fees. All fiancé and lease offers available on approved credit. Vehicles may not be exactly as shown. Dealer may sell for less. See dealer for details of Ford maintenance coverage.

$64,060 - $12,061 - $750 - $1000

50,249

MSRP Murray/GM Discount Military Bonus GM Loyalty

31,250

Tucker

DL #30735

Welcome to the family!

DL #795

$41,090 - $8340 - $750 - $750

A price do not include taxes, license or admin fee of $499. E0162 0%/48 months, h $0 d 99%/60mo 0mo $ Allll prices down, 200 20000km, $6899.35 residual, E0356 0%/48mon $0 down, 20000km, residual $9653.70, E0195 2.99%/60mon, $0 down, 20000km, residual $13633.95. Sale ends May 22. See dealer for complete details. Military bonus/Student discounts add taxes.

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