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Transit summit needed, says Township council By DAN FERGUSON Aldergrove Star
The public transit needs of Langley and other communities south of the Fraser River boundary could be overlooked in the rush to develop a new regional transit plan for the Lower Mainland, Township councillors are complaining. Councillor Charlie Fox triggered an avalanche of complaints when he predicted the current planning process will give too much attention to
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ors’ council which is trying to develop a transit funding proposal by a June 30 deadline set by the provincial government. The report makes it clear that there is a large transit gap between the north and south, with the north having 56 per cent of the population and 68 per cent of the bus funding, while the south with 31 per cent of the population gets just 19 per cent of the bus money. The north has 68 kilometres of
rapid transit tracks, while the south has just six kilometres, the report notes. For the purpose of the report, the north is defined as seven communities: Burnaby, Coquitlam, New Westminster, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Richmond and Vancouver, while the South consists of five communities: both Langleys, Surrey, White Rock and Delta. North shore communities, which make up another 13 per cent of the
population, were not included. To catch up with the north, the Surrey report says south of the Fraser needs to double the number of buses and quadruple the amount of rapid transit trackage. Fox felt the report ought to use stronger language to underline the disparity in transit service. Councillor Kim Richter said the report didn’t address specific Langley needs.
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No legislation planned for teacher strike By TOM FLETCHER Aldergrove Star
VICTORIA – The B.C. government is not planning to legislate a settlement to the latest teacher strike, which is shutting down schools in each district for a day this week. Education Minister Peter Fassbender said Monday the government is looking for movement from the B.C. Teachers’ Federation on its wage and benefit demands, but isn’t going to impose another contract extension on the union. The legislature is scheduled to adjourn for the summer on Thursday. “To rush to legislation is not where we’re going to go,” Fassbender said. “We want the BCTF to come to the table with a wage response that is reasonable and within the zone of other public sector unions. We expect them to come with something that is affordable for taxpayers.” After lockout provisions were announced last week to mirror union
work hour restrictions that started in April, BCTF president Jim Iker said that would disrupt graduation ceremonies, and sports, drama and clubs would be cancelled. The B.C. Public School Employers’ Association issued a letter to the BCTF Sunday saying Iker’s statements are incorrect, and there are no school district restrictions on extracurricular or volunteer activities. “If teachers withdraw from participation in extracurricular or volunteer activities, they do so at the encouragement of the union and by their own choice,” the letter states. Fassbender also rejected the union’s claim that teachers doing volunteer work are not covered for work-related injury. “Any teacher that is at any activity that is sanctioned by a school district is absolutely covered by WorkSafeBC,” Fassbender said. “There is no question of that, and that misinformation should be corrected.”
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Teachers and support staff picketed in front of Aldergrove Secondary school on Tuesday.
Judge reserves decision in Figueroa deportation By MONIQUE TAMMINGA Aldergrove Star
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Supporters of José Figueroa, including his wife and daughters rallied outside the Vancouver court, where a deportation hearing was held Monday for the Langley father of three. Figueroa listened to the proceedings over the telephone from the church where he claimed sanctuary last year.
José Figueroa will have to wait a little bit longer to know whether a decision to deport him will be sent back to Immigration for a new review. The federal court in Vancouver was standing room only, packed with supporters of Figueroa and his family, while José listened in to the lengthy proceedings over the telephone. Outside, dozens of people held up banners in support of the Langley father of three. Figueroa sought sanctuary more than eight months ago, inside the Walnut Grove Lutheran Church, after the Canadian Border Service Agency issued an arrest warrant for him, ordering that he be deported back to El Salvador. Judge Richard Mosley reserved his decision about whether the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration must take another look at exempting Figueroa from deportation on compassionate and humanitarian grounds. “I feel optimistic,” said Figueroa’s wife, Ivana, after the hearing. “I believe the judge will take into account our children in his decision.”
She said moving back to El Salvador is not an option and the family will continue to fight to stay in Canada — their home. Figueroa’s lawyer Peter Edelmann argued that the original officer who denied Figueora permission to stay in Canada on compassionate grounds in 2010 didn’t have access to his entire file, which included two previous officers’ recommendations that he be able to stay in the country. Both those immigration officers argued in 2002 and again in 2006 that his minimal affiliation with the FMLN wasn’t a security concern. Edelmann argued that the deciding immigration officer “paid lip service” to the issues at hand, including the 12 years the case stood open and that three children were born in Canada in that time, one of whom is autistic. At times, the judge struggled to understand the deciding officer’s decision to deny Figueroa an exemption. “Is there any evidence the FMLN is a listed terror organization?” asked Mosley. The lawyer for the Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration, Caroline Christiaens, replied ‘no.’
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After a petition was started urging the court to allow Langley father Jos Figueroa to use Skype to view an upcoming judicial hearing, it was announced that he may listen to the proceedings by phone. Figueroa is afraid to leave the sanctuary of Walnut Grove Lutheran church where he took refuge last October after the federal government decided to deport him to El Salvador. “The officer can’t simply say the FMLN is an organization that did terrorist attacks. The officer has to go beyond that to explain.” Mosley then questioned whether Canada would find all 100,000 members of the FMLN inadmissible to the country. She replied that “parliament has decided no exemptions.” Mosley noted that under those guidelines Nelson
Mandela wouldn’t have been admissible to Canada, nor hundreds of thousands with him. “The evidence suggests to me he is not a security risk nor a criminal,” said Mosley, addressing the reasons why Figueroa was denied an exemption. It will be weeks before the judge makes a decision, said his lawyer. However, he was pleased with how the proceedings went, he said afterward.
No benefit seen for Langley in new transit plans FROM FRONT:
“I don’t see the benefit [to Langley in endorsing it],” Richter said. Councillor Steve Ferguson proposed a “council of councils” summit meeting of south of the Fraser communities to present a united front on
transit. Ferguson said without a south-ofthe-Fraser united front, the population imbalance will continue to mean transit projects for the north will get priority at the expense of the south. “Count the heads,” Ferguson said. “They [north of the Fraser communi-
ties] are going to have the majority of the votes.” Councillor Michelle Sparrow said without a united front of southof-the-Fraser communities, she was “very concerned that our voice in Langley won’t be represented.” “If we aren’t united on this, our
voices are going to be lost,” Sparrow added. Mayor Jack Froese said other mayors on this side of the Fraser have told him a co-ordinated position would help, but the tight schedule for the report may not allow enough time for a summit.
“We’re kind of at the eleventh hour,” Froese said. “The deadline the minister gave us has been very short.” Council voted unanimously to poll other south of the Fraser communities about arranging a transit summit.
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Residents appeal ‘forest’ development decision By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star
A pair of Aldergrove residents have not given up their fight to stop suburban development of a 19 acre property on the Langley side of the Township-Abbotsford border. The property was the former site of the Aldergrove sewage treatment plant, which operated from the mid-1960s until the late 1990s when it was decommissioned and a connection to the Abbotsford treatment plant was constructed. The property had been cleared in the earlier part of the last century for a farm, but over the years second-growth trees had taken over the southern, unused portion of the acreage. This southern portion of the land is also traversed by the winding Bertrand Creek. The property, owned by Langley Township, was never included in the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) and had been sitting idle until Township council approved development of 61 residential lots there in February of this year. Adjacent acreage on the Abbotsford side of the border has also never been included in the ALR and is also proposed for residential development. Aldergrove residents Angela Wonitowy and Jessica Horst had gathered a 300-name petition in opposition to the development in January, and with the support of Kirk Robertson of Watchers of Langley Forests (WOLF), had spo-
ken against the residential development at the public hearing held in January. However, all of council with the exception of Kim Richter, voted in favor of the development on Feb. 3. Due to required setbacks from the creek and ALR lands to the south, 40 per cent of the 19 acres would not be available for development and would remain public lands with a new footpath to be built alongside the creek. Several councillors also pointed out that proceeds from this residential development would be earmarked for construction of a new indoor swimming poll and recreation centre on the former Aldergrove Elementary school site. In a recent news release Robertson noted that WOLF members remain opposed to development of the southern portion of the property. “Should the Township plans go through most of the forest will be cut down to make way for houses. The stream-side setbacks required by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans will not allow this forest to survive as an intact ecosystem. Some trees will remain but this bit of natural space will be no longer be much of a forest.” Robertson said that, “In the spirit of working together to keep natural places in urban spaces a group of Aldergrove residents, with help from WOLF, are putting on some events to raise public aware-
ness about the creekside forest in Aldergrove.” On Saturday, May 24 and Saturday, May 31, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., members of WOLF will be giving free guided tours of the forest, located between Shortreed Elementary/Creekside Park and the Abbotsford border. The tours will start at Creekside Park (28 Ave. and 274 St.) next to the bridge that crosses Bertrand Creek. This forest runs along Bertrand Creek on a Township-owned property approximately between 26 and 28 avenues. “The tours will be an opportunity for the public to see for themselves this bit of wilderness so near to Aldergrove but so different than the urban spaces that mostly surround it.” Also on May 31, a family-friendly event will run from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Aldergrove Athletic Park under the covered picnic area. There will be an information station, informing residents about the proposed development of the forest. Residents can sign a petition in favour of stopping the development into the forest. There will be crafts, games and face-painting stations for kids. Harriet the Owl will make an appearance for about an hour in the morning. Visitors can have their picture taken with the owl for $5. All money raised will be donated to WOLF. Hotdogs and beverages will be served at lunch time for free or by donation.
New trail links Derby Reach to Golden Ears Bridge Aldergrove Star
International Trails Day will be celebrated in a very appropriate way in the Township of Langley. On Saturday, June 7, the Township, Metro Vancouver, and the provincial government will team up to officially open a new section of the Canyon to Coast/ Trans Canada Trail that connects Derby Reach Regional Park to the Golden Ears Bridge. “This will be an exciting day because this completed section of trail is an important recreational link,” said Township Parks Design and Development Manager Al
Neufeld. “Now that this connection is finished, walkers and cyclists can travel the Trans Canada Trail from the Golden Ears Bridge all the way to Fort Langley and beyond on a dedicated trail that is separated from traffic.” This new trail is part of a demonstration project for the Experience the Fraser project, which showcases the Fraser River, its communities, and rich cultural and natural heritage. The public is invited to join the opening celebration, which will be held June 7, from 10 to 11:30am. An opening ceremony will take
place at 10am, on the corner of 201 Street and 102 Avenue. Following the opening, people can walk or cycle the new trail, enjoy activities and light refreshments at the ceremony location, and view the Fraser River and the surrounding landscape from the Golden Ears Bridge. Parking is available at the ceremony site, but guests are encouraged to bike to the site along the new Trans Canada Trail route, from Edgewater Bar at Derby Reach Regional Park. Edgewater Bar is about five kilometres away from the ceremony location and the bike ride will take 20 to 30 minutes.
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Police still working on crash charges Seasonal Local Produce By MONIQUE TAMMINGA Aldergrove Star
The 32-year-old Abbotsford man accused of crashing his sports car head on into a van full of young children on Tuesday, May 6, does not have a valid driver’s license, confirm police. The white Nissan he was driving also didn’t have insurance, said Langley RCMP. The driver remains in hospital suffering from several broken bones caused in the crash. “We have obtained a blood warrant,” confirmed Cpl. Holly Marks. At the time of the 5:30 p.m. crash, police believed alcohol and speed were factors. The scenario couldn’t have been worse — a car driving at a high rate of speed is believed to have run a red light and slammed head on into a daycare van carrying five young children and a mother. Everyone survived the crash, with all the children checked out
in hospital and released. All five kids are home. The driver of the van, who is mother to two of the kids inside her van, is also home from hospital and she is expected to make a full recovery, said police. Many witnesses to the crash at 264 Street and 56 Avenue, north of Highway 1, who heard sounds of the children’s cries, saw the van driver suffering a seizure on the ground and then found out the driver of the other vehicle walked away from the scene with a 12-pack of beer under his arm, were left with highly-charged emotions. The stories of how many people stopped to help is remarkable. Lance Childs posted on The Times website that three of his children, aged six and five-yearold twins, were in the van that was struck. He thanks the “heroes” who comforted his children after the crash. Childs also thanked those who
tracked down the driver of the Nissan. Many stopped to help, staying with the driver and the children until emergency crews arrived. A Black Press reporter who happened to be at the nearby McDonald’s at the time, watched the driver of the sports car crawl out his vehicle, through the T-bar roof, and start collecting his belongings in a plastic bag. The driver then went back to his car, grabbed a 12-pack of beer and walked over to the fast food restaurant. The reporter followed him. The driver was limping from a compound fracture to his leg and bleeding from his hand. He ordered himself a meal and called himself a taxi. Witnesses said the driver appeared extremely impaired and seemed oblivious to the fact that a bone was sticking out of his leg. It’s alleged that witnesses to the crash sent the taxi away.
Duo suffer gunshot wounds in West Abbotsford By VIKKI HOPES Aldergrove Star
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VICTORIA – Last week’s column on the proposal to add a mandatory high school course on the effects of Canada’s aboriginal residential school policy attracted a range of responses – some of which are printable. I referred to comments made by B.C. Teachers’ Federation vice-president Glen Hansman at a 2012 aboriginal education conference, where he insisted that “racism is the norm in public schools – still today” because of a colonial perspective that remains ingrained in our culture. Aboriginal education has been built into social studies curriculum for years. It’s come a long way from my high school days, where Mr. Spillers, my Grade 8 English teacher, assigned us an essay proposing solutions to Canada’s “Indian problem.” That was 1972, and it was the only time the subject came up. My lone aboriginal classmate wasn’t around by then. I never saw him again after we graduated from our rural elementary school. How are things now? I received a thoughtful letter from a young woman who graduated from high school in the Okanagan last year. She writes: “The idea that information about residential schools is not presented to students is entirely incorrect. The social studies curriculum that I went through included a large
Are our public schools racist?
emphasis on First Nations culture and post-European colonization history. “First Nations studies began in elementary school and continued to the last mandatory social studies course in Grade 11. I can say with no hesitation that if anything, I have been informed too often about the residential schools, and the horrendous things that occurred there. “If aboriginal culture courses are poorly attended, I would be inclined to suggest that it is because students are tired of being taught the same limited perspective over and over, and, if of European descent, being made to feel somehow responsible for all possible troubles plaguing First Nations today.” Another reply I’d like to share is from Keith Thor Carlson, editor of the Stó:lo Nation historical atlas I referred to last week. Carlson is now a history professor at the University of Saskatchewan, specializing in the Salish people of B.C. and the Métis of Northern Saskatchewan. He writes: “We do need to teach the history of the First Peoples of this country in our schools, and we do need to keep vigilant about the racism that continues to haunt the hallways and classrooms where our children learn. “Of course aboriginal history should never be reduced to victim history, and with the Stó:lo atlas we sought to show
the complexity of aboriginal history, and we sought to show that not only are there aboriginal people in Canada’s history, but that Canada is in aboriginal peoples’ histories. “There were times in the past when aboriginal people were victimized (residential schools being a tragic example), and there were times when aboriginal people showed great agency (retaining the masked dance, and continuing to fish salmon, for example). “Knowing that native society was not a Utopia when Europeans arrived does not take away from the importance of learning about the full history of aboriginal people and their relationship with Canadian society. “And of course, as Ernie Crey has reminded me many times, let’s never forget that native rights are not based on race. Rather, they are rights based on prior occupation. And let’s also not forget that it is British and Canadian law that recognizes aboriginal peoples’ inherent rights. “Let’s teach good history to our youth so they can understand the complex relationship between settler society and aboriginal society. Through knowledge comes understanding and through understanding can come reconciliation.” Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
Editor: Concerns with the current Langley Township council mount, as the string of questionable decisions continues. As a Brookswood resident, I believe what seems to have started with concern is actually turning into disdain among many. It is a conversation that is now popping up in grocery stores, coffee shops and even out buying pet food. I have friends throughout the Township communities, and the more the conversation arises, the more apparent it is that from Fort Langley, Murrayville, Willoughby, Walnut Grove and Aldergrove to Brookswood, many feel the current council has a majority that are there for self-serving purposes. I only got involved when the problem was staring me in the face, after council pushed through an atrocity of an OCP for Brookswood, right to the final hour. How such an unsound plan made it that far is what worried me. Council heard relentless feedback against high-density development, yet continued to push through a plan with density comparable to our friends desperately dealing with sardine-like living in Willoughby. These are people who have invested their life savings into homes, only to have the decisions made by council ghettoize parts of their neighbourhood and cause their property assessments to plummet. The council then voted down the Brookswood OCP, only to save face under immense public pressure. The parking issues in Willoughby mount. The schools being built are already over capacity. There is spot zoning, and obvious favouritism in Fort Langley. Council is dipping into the ALR to provide land for a residential developer, whom I might add helped fund the campaigns of some of the elected councillors. How is that even legal? The ALR is the Agricultural Land Reserve — not the developers’ residential land reserve. I think we are all scared to death about Kinder Morgan, a proposal to build a pipeline through Township land, so we can export to Asia, while collecting a pathetic annual pittance and assuming all the risk. To add insult to injury, council inundates our communities with insane levels of development, rapid development which is unlike anything I have seen in my entire life living here. Yet they refuse to consider the quality of life of those people already here, by making a standard construction bylaw? In a community filled with young families, and a healthy elderly population, you would think our elected council would care about our quality of life. Kids need sleep and green spaces. The majority of council care little about either. This council is, one vote at a time, destroying the very reason most people moved here. I guess no one who requested a reprieve from inhumane construction hours funded the campaigns of the slate elected to council, so we shouldn’t expect that to be addressed anytime soon. Why do we have to get petitions and organize rallies to simply have our council do what is clearly in the best interest of those who elected them? I don’t paint every council member with the same brush. We have a couple of members who obviously have Township communities’ best interest at heart. Unfortunately, two votes does not make a majority. I just wonder how much more ALR land will be liquidated before November. Ann-Michelle Deruis, Langley
Big Canada Day party Editor: Over the past 16 years, the Langley Canada Day Celebrations have become a premiere event with record-setting attendance, family fun and entertainment, community bonding, and pride in affirming Canada’s heritage. This year’s celebrations will add an even more colorful and multicultural flavour as the organizers of the popular Langley’s International Festival Society will be presenting the event. The society has joined hands with the Township of Langley, Tourism Langley, Langley Events Centre, Langley School District, Fraser Valley Regional Library, and many others, from June 28 to July 1, to put on a four-day spectacular celebration like never before seen before in this growing community. The Langley International Festival Society will be having a live media launch on Tuesday, May 27 at 11 a.m. at the Tourism Langley, Langley Events Centre, 7888 - 200 St., Langley, and the public is cordially invited to attend this event. Sarwan Singh Randhawa, communication and media director, Langley’s International festival Society
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The songs of Neil Diamond continue to attract new fans. A show such as Jason Scott’s “Diamond Forever, a Celebration of Neil Diamond� is an entertaining recognition of the music and talent of this legendary singersongwriter. Scott, who is based in Cranbrook, will appear at the Royal Canadian Legion’s Aldergrove branch on Friday, June 13. “Neil Diamond has recorded his music so many times, and changed it so much, that interpreting that music can in itself be an art,� Scott says.
“When you look at Neil Diamond’s history and career of six decades, you realize the music and the possibilities of that music are unlimited.� Diamond is more than a songwriter, but a composer and performer as well. His music has that universality and timelessness that transcends his own personality, and the personalities of anyone performing his music. The proof of this is the audience itself, crossing all generations, with new fans added every year, and the songs themselves, which are so well known as to be archetypal. Scott has been study-
Jason Scott pays tribute to Neil Diamond, June 13. ing music since the age of sively with nightclub and five. He has toured exten- concert bands and has
been a recording artist. In 2005 in Las Vegas, he was the first ever Canadian international performer to win the “Be a Legend� celebrity tribute artist competition as Neil Diamond, at the Imperial Palace Hotel and Casino. He has performed on many occasions in Las Vegas since that time, as well as Disney World in Orlando, Florida and on cruise ships. The show at the Legion branch, 26607 Fraser Highway, begins at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 5 p.m. Tickets are $25 each and are available at the Legion branch, or by calling 604-856-8814.
CALENDAR Seniors’ Tea - In celebration with B.C. Seniors’ Week a free community tea with refreshments and entertainment, Tuesday, June 3, 1-3 p.m. at Aldergrove Kinsmen Community Centre, 26770 - 29 Ave. Info: 604-856-2899. Seniors Old Time Dance - Saturday, 1-4 p.m. at Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 - 273 St. $6 admission includes refreshments. Coming up June 7 is Hazelmere Fiddlers and June 21 is the Ukrainian Dance Band returns, same times and location. Then off for summer break, returning in September. I’d Rather Stay - film about seniors aging-in-place, June 2 at the Fraser River Presentation Theatre, Township of Langley Civic Facility, 20338 - 65th Ave. Celebrate seniors’ week. Doors open 1 p.m., Film & discussion 1:30-3 p.m., free admission. Call Township of Langley, 604-8562899 by May 28 to register and request transportation, if needed, from Aldergrove, Brookswood/ Fernridge, Langley City, Fort Langley or Walnut Grove. Sponsored by Township of Langley, Langley Seniors Community Action Table and Triple A Senior Housing. Pikeminnow Derby - Sat., June 14, Main Beach, Cultus Lake. No fishing license required. Free dayparking for early birds, 6-9 a.m. $2,000 in cash prizes for Juniors [under 16] and Adults for heaviest fish, most fish caught, mystery weights. Registration tickets $7 adults, $3 juniors, available at Fred’s Custom Tackle, Abbotsford and Chilliwack and at the Derby. Merchandize prizes for all ticket-holders, whether fishing or watching. Info: Google “2014 Pikeminnow Derby� website for details and for online tickets. Ukrainian Soul Food – Perogies, cabbage rolls and borsch available on Friday, May 30 at a fundraiser from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 - 108 Ave, Surrey. Eatin, take away, or ready for your freezer. Info: 604-560-0152 or 604-581-0313. Langley Community Farmers Market - Fresh, local and organic. Every Wednesday, 2-6:30 p.m. until Oct. 8. Fill your basket and feed your soul at Langley’s tastiest outdoor market with over 40 vendors that “Make it, Bake it or Grow it� selling the very best this region has to offer. Kwantlen University Campus Courtyard, 20901 Langley Bypass with 30
minutes free parking. See website: www.lcfm.ca WWE Live - Summerslam Heatwave Tour, Saturday, August 9, 7:30 p.m. at Abbotsford Centre. Tickets (incl. GST) $20, $35, $65, $95 (plus FMF and service charges), available at: abbotsfordcentre.ca, Venue Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, or by phone 1-855-985-5000. Alan Jackson - with special guests, Tuesday, Sept. 23, 7:30 p.m. at Abbotsford Centre. Tickets (incl. GST) $39, $69, $79, $89 (plus FMF & service charges), available at abbotsfordcentre.ca, Venue Box Office, all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone 1-855-9855000 SAFER (Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters) Workshop – A BC Housing Program that can provide a monthly rebate of a portion of rent paid on a market rental unit. Applicants need to be 60 or older and have limited income. Other qualifiers apply. Workshop on Wednesday, June 11, 1:303 p.m. at the Langley Senior Resource & Recreation Centre, 20605 – 51B Ave. Pre-register at 604-530-3020. Drop-ins welcome. Free, open to the public. Langley Herbivores Potluck June vegan buffet potluck on Sat., June 7, from 1-3 p.m. at St. Joachim and Ann’s Catholic Church, 2827 - 273 St., Aldergrove. If you wish to attend, please email pattallman@shaw. ca Solving your People Puzzles - a powerful way to understand the people in your life, Saturday, May 31, 2-3 p.m. at City of Langley Library. Learn from author and coach Dale Choquette a practical way to understand yourself and those around you in the settings of everyday life so that your life will be easier. Please call library at 604-514-2855 or visit 20399 Douglas Crescent in Langley to them us know you are coming to this program. Langley Centennial Museum Fashion Shows - with Vancouver’s Ivan Sayers on Sunday, June 1, at 2 and 7 p.m. at the Fort Langley Community Hall. The Fashion Shows complement the Langley Centennial Museum’s current exhibit, Claus Jahnke and Ivan Sayers’ Art Deco Chic: Women’s Clothing of the 1920s & 1930s. Tickets are $20. Contact the Langley Centennial Museum at 604-532-3536 for more information or to get your tickets.
Creekside Forest - raising awareness about a publicly owned urban forest that has been slated to be developed as a 61 house subdivision. Family friendly event will run form 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Aldergrove Athletic Park under the covered picnic area. Face Painting, craft and games stations for kids to enjoy. Information station. Residents will be able to sign a petition opposing the development. Harriet the owl will make an appearance for about an hour in the morning. Visitors can have their picture taken with the owl for $5. The money will be donated to Watchers of Langley Forests.(WOLF) Hotdogs will be served at lunch time for free or by donation. Free guided tours of the forest will run concurrently. Victorian Tea Breakfast - Abbotsford Women’s Connection, Wed., June 11, 9:30 a.m. at Garden Park Tower, Azalea Room, 2825 Clearbrook Rd. $11, featuring Carmen West Designs Victorian jewellry, and speaker Robyn Movold who shares “Renewal from the Rubble�. “Hats� reminder, if you please. Reservations Joyce: 604-744-5159 or Rose 604-852-8240 or abbyconnectreservations@gmail.com Live Stand Up Comedy Event - laugh as three of Vancouver’s top stand up comics entertain, Friday, May 30 at Ramada Plaza & Conference Centre, Abbotsford, 36035 N. Parallel Rd. Doors and cash bar open 8 p.m., show time 9 p.m. Tickets $20 in advance online. Must be 19+, adult content, general admission seating. Hawaiian Pig Roast - Langley Elks’ 14th annual event, Saturday, June 7, Doors open 6 p.m., dinner 7 p.m., dancing 8 p.m. at George Preston Arena, 20699 42 Ave., Langley. Tickets $30 per person. Contact: Steve 604-5104742 or Barb 604-889-1160. All proceeds support Elks Children’s Charity. Rockin’ River Musicfest - at Mission Raceway Park (32670 Dyke Rd., Mission), will feature acts such as Rascal Flatts, Terri Clark, Gord Bamford, The Road Hammers, Hey Romeo, Julian Austin and many more in its Aug. 7-9 lineup, performing on three stages. Early bird tickets and camping reservations are now available at rockinriverfest.com John Fogerty - Friday, Nov. 28 at Abbotsford Centre. Tickets $20$74.50 at Ticketmaster outlets.
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. 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/. 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. 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. 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. 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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Langley sisters Robyn and Ryleigh Gillespie have carved out quite a name for themselves in the country music scene, but this time their music is setting the tone for the film Heart of Dance, in which the girls also appear as actors. The film is currently competing in the Let’s Make A Movie contest in which film trailers are voted on by the general public to receive funding and be screened at Cannes. If Heart of Dance gets the top vote they could be on a plane to Cannes for the film premiere. With its strong message Heart of Dance is projected to be a shooin to win if they make it to a top five spot via the public’s votes. With the cast and crew committed to the philanthropic nature of the film, partial proceeds will be donated to B.C. charity Looking Glass Foundation, which helps youth suffering from negative body image and eating disorders. “Speaking as two young girls in a society that has become far too focused on appearances and the “number” on that scale, we feel that the message that Scarlett Bruns brings to light in her story Heart of Dance is so important to share especially with young people everywhere who may be influenced by this society, to show them hope,” say the sisters. The film has already garnered plenty of press internationally with its lead actress, writer and producer Scarlett Bruns having been listed in the Cannes Film Festival ‘ones to watch’ which annually selects actors world wide that are expected to become household names for their strong contribution to the film industry. Ryleigh also has quite the acting resume, including roles on the CW’s The Tomorrow People and Supernatural and the comedy series Level Up. “It’s exciting to work on a feature film because the process is different from TV. Film has the ability to tell a story and send a wider message than TV because there is more
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Langley Centennial Museum is a place where the past is preserved, history is brought to life, and artists and exhibits offer unique entertainment and education opportunities. It is a great place to explore in person, and it now has an online presence to match. A new website has been launched at museum.tol.ca to give visitors an enhanced, modern platform for perusing the Museum’s collections, learning about early life in Langley, and keeping up-to-date on all the Museum has to offer. “The Langley Centennial Museum currently maintains a collection of almost 7,000 archival photographs, 9,000 objects, and 500 works of art,” said Peter Tulumello, Langley Township’s Cultural Services Manager. “The collection spans hundreds of years and is a wonderful window on the past and present life of our community.”
Through the revamped website, online visitors can search for photographs, artifacts, artwork, oral histories, and records, any time of day, at the touch of a button. They can also learn about current and upcoming exhibits and events, Langley Centennial Museum’s programs and services, and how to volunteer. The site also provides access to the Museum’s latest newsletters and program flyers, which include details about course offerings and provide links that make it easy to register online. Created to parallel the look of the Township’s website at tol.ca, the museum.tol.ca site also provides information on local publications, research resources, and detailed information on Langley’s cemeteries. It will also soon feature a number of historic maps. “The old Museum website hadn’t been substantially updated in a number of years and access to a current inventory of items
stored in the collections database wasn’t available,” said Township of Langley IT Manager Steve Scheepmaker. “This was a great opportunity to implement a brand new collections database system that will help the Museum better manage its collections and ultimately give website users access to up-to-date information.” “The redevelopment of the website will also help pave the way for the Museum to leverage new and exciting tools to engage its many users, as enhancements are made to the main tol.ca website,” Scheepmaker said. “This will be a continually evolving tool that will help provide an important link to our past and will offer many possibilities in the future.” He expects the improved website and its interface into Langley Centennial Museum’s collections, exhibitions, programs, and events will encourage more people to visit the Museum and the community.
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Aboriginal artists visit local libraries Aldergrove Star
Fraser Valley Regional Library hosts two Aboriginal Artists in Residence throughout June. Celebrate National Aboriginal History Month at Fraser Valley Regional Library this June with Aboriginal Artists in Residence, Darlene Allison and Jay Havens. The artists will visit various FVRL locations to showcase their craft, chat with the public, and present programs to registered groups of all ages. A member of the Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation, Darlene Allison is a self-taught artist who has been creating art in many forms for over 35 years. She is a skilled artist, painter, and sculptor; however, she has focused much of her passion the past 14 years on carving.
Using alabasters and soap stones, some of which she gathered herself from mountains right here in B.C., Darlene will demonstrate the craft of carving. A descendant of the Haudenosaunee Mohawk Nation, Jay Havens is an interdisciplinary artist working in the fields of visual arts, mural making and scenography. Much of his work examines stories and the ways in which stories can be told visually to act as communicators between cultures. Using local materials, culture, narrative, and Bunraku – traditional Japanese style puppets, as inspiration, Jay will share the art of visual storytelling as he crafts a large five foot puppet that will take two people to articulate. For more information, including the complete artist tour schedule, please visit www.fvrl.ca/
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Country superstar Alan Jackson is coming to Abbotsford later this year, and tickets go on sale May 30 at 10 a.m. He performed in Abbotsford November 2009 in front of a sold-out crowd of 6,000 fans. Jackson has sold nearly 60 million albums worldwide, topped the country singles charts 35 times, and scored more than 50 top-10 hits. Jackson is an 18-time ACM Award winner, a Alan Jackson 16-time CMA Award recipient, and a two-time Grammy-winning artist. Tickets for Jackson’s Sept. 23 show range from $39 to $89 (plus charges) and are available at abbotsfordcentre.ca, the venue box office, Ticketmaster or by phone at 1-855-985-5000.
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Farmers Market open for new season By BRENDA ANDERSON Aldergrove Star
Langley Community Farmers Market vendors are once again inviting you to “fill your basket and feed your soul.” The courtyard of Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s Langley campus was bustling on Wednesday afternoon, with the return of the annual farmers market. Vendors’ stands lined the central plaza, offering visitors a wide selection of locally-produced fare, from hearty breads and delicate pastries to gourmet cheeses, specialty meat products, chocolate, honey, jam, fragrant soap, plants and flowers and, of course, plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. The market, which also features live entertainment each week, will be open every Wednesday afternoon — rain or shine— from 2 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. until early October. But opening day is always special, said Angie Quaale, president
Volunteers and entertainers are welcome at the Farmers Market. of the farmers market board. families, she said. During a brief opening cer“Get to know (the vendors) emony held amidst the stalls as and understand where your food eager shoppers went about their comes from.” business, Quaale remarked that The farmers market is “one of she is happy to see the market the rites of spring,” said Jane Fee, filled with “awesome vendors principal of KPU’s Langley camand food producers.” She praised pus, as she welcomed the venthe market’s new manager, dors and shoppers back to the Benedict Canale, for making that university, where the market has happen. been held ever since it began five A local farmers market offers years ago. shoppers the unique opportu“It’s a wonderful opportunity nity to learn everything there to showcase local produce, bakis to know about the food they ing, arts and crafts,” she said. choose to buy, eat and feed their Speaking on behalf of the
Township of Langley, Councillor Charlie Fox urged shoppers to give local growers and suppliers the support they need to continue their work. The agricultural land reserve makes up 78 per cent of the Township’s land mass, noted Fox. “This is what it’s all about.” Regular market shoppers will notice the lineup of vendors changing from week to week. And, in addition to the proliferation of stalls lining the plaza, there will be a variety of food vendors parked in trucks nearby. A few of the sellers are equipped to accept debit or credit cards, but most are cashonly operations. Visitors may purchase market dollars to use on site. There is also an ATM on the university campus near the market. KPU is located at 20901 Langley Bypass. For more information or to apply to become a vendor, entertainer or volunteer, visit the market’s website.
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A Bread Affair’s Manpreet Sidhu and Alannah Blouin-Summers were offering samples to tempt attendees at the opening of the Langley Community Farmers Market on May 21.
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The event runs from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., rain or shine. Participants can enjoy a light lunch, gather information from local organizations that cater to seniors, experience a taste of fitness opportunities, and meet other members of the community. “We really appreciate the donations we have received from many businesses in our community,” said event organizer Tasha Mijinke, com-
What better way to learn what is available in the community for seniors than at a fun, informative event being held during Seniors Week? The Township of Langley is hosting its second annual Seniors Picnic & Health Fair on Friday, June 6, at the McLeod Athletic Park Lacrosse Box, located on 57A Avenue (between 213A Street and 216 Street).
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Champ Choboter: Brebeuf senior wins B.C. high school decathlon By DAN KINVIG Aldergrove Star
Zach Choboter’s predominant emotion upon winning the B.C. high school boys decathlon wasn’t that of elation, but surprise. That in itself is surprising, in light of how decisively he crushed the competition at the provincial combined events championship last Friday and Saturday at Abbotsford’s Rotary Stadium. The senior from St. John Brebeuf Regional Secondary won the first seven legs of the 10-event competition – the 100m, long jump, shot put, high jump, 400m, 110m hurdles and discus – en route to victory.
“I wasn’t really expecting to do as well as I did,” admitted Choboter, who finished eighth in the decathlon in 2012 and did not compete last year. “I trained pretty hard, but there were different aspects of the decathlon where I think I could have trained harder. But it worked out. I surprised myself in a couple of events, so it was good.” Choboter, a member of the Valley Royals track and field club, racked up 5,484 points for a comfortable victory over Glen Johnston of White Rock Christian (4,529) and Oak Bay’s Derek Brougham (4,468). MEI’s Tim Bertness (4,360) finished just off the podi-
um in fourth place. Choboter’s specialties are the 100m dash and the long jump – he finished fourth in the long jump last year at the Canadian Legion Youth Championships. He also plays hockey, suiting up for the Aldergrove A1 midget team last season, and has plans to try out for junior A and junior B teams in the coming months. But winning the provincial decathlon has this dual-sport athlete leaning more towards track and field. “I’ve always been pursuing (track and field) . . . but doing well kind of motivated me to pursue it in college,” he said. JOHN MORROW PHOTO
Zach Choboter of Aldergrove winds up to unleash the the discus during B.C. high school combined events championship at Rotary Stadium on Saturday. Choboter won the decathlon handily.
Pickleball: growing sport highlighted at Seniors Games By JIM McGREGOR Aldergrove Star
The Pickleball courts at Walnut Grove Community Centre will be a busy place during the Langley 2014 Senior Games to be held in Langley City and Township this fall, from Sept. 9 to 13. Pickleball is a relatively new racquet sport which combines elements of badminton, tennis, table tennis, and ping-pong. The sport is played on a court with the same dimensions as a badminton court. The net is lower than most other racquet sports allowing for faster play. The game is played with a hard paddle and a wiffle ball, making the technique required for pickleball different than other racquet or net sports. Ross Priebe is the Sport Chair for Pickleball for the Langley 2014 Senior Games.
“I have been attending the Senior Games with Pickleball since 2011,” he explains. “In 2009 there were 42 players registered for the sport, in 2011 at Trail there were 76,last year in Kamloops there were 147 and this year we are anticipating there will be 200 registered for the Langley Games.” “We are starting to see the sport extend to younger age groups as well. Recently there has been the formation of the Fraser Valley Pickleball Association that accommodates all age groups and levels and cities like Surrey have many locations where people can play every day.” In some “Snowbird” locations in the United States, Pickleball courts are very prevalent and people can play every day. “There is one spot that has 24 courts and there are always people waiting to play.” says Priebe.
Pickleball attracts many former tennis or racquet ball players who no longer have the stamina or mobility to play on the larger courts. “In Pickleball the ball does not come to you as in tennis. You have to go to the ball and you can really work up a sweat during a game. It is great exercise but not all Pickleball players are former athletes and the sport is easily learned. We may have a few very competitive and aggressive players but for the most part, everyone displays positive sportsmanship.” “Last year was the first year the Seniors Games changed to categories based on skill levels rather than age. There were some 70- and 80-yearold players that were very good at the sport and dominated their age classes so a ranking system based on skill level was developed.”
Priebe has some great memories from his past Seniors Games. “It is so inspiring to see all the competitors in this multi-sport event. It has always been a positive experience with great food and so many great people. We have made some good friendships and look forward to seeing them each year. Each of the host cities has done an amazing job and the opening ceremonies are always very moving.” Langley competes as part of Zone 3 and will be sending 8-10 Pickleball players to this year’s Games. There will be over 40 players representing the Zone. In addition to playing at a Level 4 in September, Priebe will have the added duties as Sport Chair. “It will be my responsibility to make sure the sport runs smoothly, set up schedules and roundup over
150 volunteers. We will need people for scoring, traffic control, and helping to organize the daily flow of over 200 players. I encourage people to sign up now to volunteer and help out. He encourages people to check out the sport by dropping by the Walnut Grove Community Centre on Wednesdays from 1-3 or Fridays from 3:15 to 5 PM. “This is a growing sport in our community and we hope that a legacy from the Seniors Games will be some additional indoor or outdoor Pickleball facilities to accommodate all the new players,” said Priebe. The BC Seniors Games is an annual multi-sport competition celebrating active, healthy seniors 55 and over. The Langley 2014 BC Seniors Games Society is the host society, responsible for planning and delivering
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Thousands of runners participated in the 5k run at the 2014 Abbotsford Run for Water.
Run for Water hits streets By DAN KINVIG Aldergrove Star
The seventh annual Run for Water hit the streets of Abbotsford on Sunday, with roughly 4,500 runners participating in a variety of distances, ranging from five kilometres to a marathon. “It’s exhilarating,” enthused Ken Baerg, chair of the organizing committee. “We’re proud that it’s sort of become a marquee event for the city. It grew from pretty modest beginnings – 650 people we had in 2008, and we’re in Year 7 now. “It’s pretty gratifying to see the growth and the profile of the event.” The greater purpose of the Run for Water is its fundraising to create clean water sources in Ethiopia
via the Canadian non-profit agency HOPE International. The six previous iterations of the event had raised over $1 million for the cause, and this year’s race added about $250,000 to that total – “staggering numbers” according to Baerg. “Clean water is the root of sustenance and economic wellbeing for so many people, so it’s a privilege to participate and try to make a difference globally,” he said. “It far surpasses anything we ever would have dreamed of. It’s all due to people’s generosity and lots of volunteer hours.” Run for Water marathon champions were Ryan Prachnau of Abbotsford (2:39:07) on the men’s side and Rika Hatachi of Coquitlam (3:11:12) on the women’s side.
David Jackson of Abbotsford won the men’s half-marathon (1:08:16), and Vancouver’s Lissa Zimmer (1:20:36) was the women’s champ. Jeremiah Johnston of Mission (32:52) and Abbotsford’s Alex Siemens (38:46) were the 10K male and female winners, respectively, while the 5K champs were Weston Toppozini of Aldergrove (18:59) and Kara Wismer of Chilliwack (20:17). The event also featured an ultra marathon (53 km), which was run on Saturday. Among the highlights of the event was an epic performance by Peter Schofield, who ran all five Run for Water distances on Saturday – upwards of 130 km in a single day.
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Weston Toppozini (standing) shakes the hand of a fellow runner after winning the 5-km Run for Water in Abbotsford, Sunday, May 25. Toppozini’s time of 18:69 was a personal best for the 15 year old grade 10 student at Aldergrove Secondary school. He has competed in many track events and is also playing basketball for his school this year. At right, Weston Toppozini carries the finish line banner as he catches his breath at the end of the 5k run.
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Winner gains more than he loses Aldergrove Star
Men and women of Aldergrove have been participating in a 12-week fitness challenge. Apocalypse Training and Fitness had extended an invitation to the community to participate in â&#x20AC;&#x153;Aldergroveâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Biggest Winner Challengeâ&#x20AC;?. The results are in and they are incredible. The idea behind this challenge is to encourage healthier lifestyles within the community. Challenge participants were supported throughout the process with bi-weekly seminars to check in and learn about health, fitness, and nutrition. With the help of certified sports nutrition advisor and personal trainer, Cindy Legare, the individuals made important changes to their lifestyle that led to some great achievements in the 12 weeks. The challenge winner, Kyle Featherstone, was recognized for a total of 19 pounds and 27.25 inches lost as well as a 3.6 percent reduction in body fat. He attributes his success to his support network. Says Featherstone, â&#x20AC;&#x153;They say it takes a village to raise a child. I believe the same has been true for me through this challenge. I have
Challenge champions Kyle Featherstone and Carly Meadows share a victory hug. relied on so many other people in order to make this happen for myself: loving friends and family, knowledgeable and experienced professionls at Apocalypse, and others who are going through the same process that I am.â&#x20AC;? Carly Meadows, who placed second overall in the challenge, says, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I
have learned a lot. This whole process has been a lot to take in. I really didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know anything about nutrition aside from the basicsâ&#x20AC;?. Carly was successful at losing 20.75 inches, 18 pounds and dropping her body fat percentage by 4.2 per cent. Throughout the weeks, participants attended bi-weekly educational and accountability workshops. They covered an array of topics including healthy nutrition basics, supplements, exercise, goal setting, and much more. One workshop saw participants getting creative making personalized vision boards. Before their final measurements and photos, group members were asked to write a final essay outlining what they learned from this process, where they have come from and where they intend to go from here. Among the top spots also were Kari Collins in third place with 10.25 inches and 13 pounds lost and a 1.9 per cent loss in body fat as well as Krys Meadows, Carlyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mom, who took the top spot for most body fat lost at 5.6 per cent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I could not be more proud of this crew,â&#x20AC;? says Legare.
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Each year, PacificSport Fraser Valley honours individuals, nominated by their peers and sport colleagues, to recognize their achievements and contributions. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re fortunate enough to work with or know someone of this calibre, then nominate him/ her in one of the following award DBUFHPSJFT r "UIMFUF PG UIF :FBS r "UIMFUF -JGFUJNF "DIJFWFNFOU r
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Torch lighting for BC Seniors Games Aldergrove Star
Langley 2014 BC Seniors Games president Milt Kruger and the board of directors invite the community to join them in celebration of the start of the 100 day countdown to the Games Opening Ceremonies. The Torchlighting Ceremony takes place Thursday, June 5, 6:30 p.m. at Bedford Landing Plaza, 23285 Billy Brown Road, Fort Langley.
â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Board of Directors has been together as a team working since last summer and this event is an important milestone in our planning processâ&#x20AC;?, says Kruger. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We hope many of our Langley residents will be able to join us for this great night.â&#x20AC;? The Torchlighting Ceremony will take place at Bedford Landing along the waterfront, taking in the beauty of the Bedford
Channel. Ceremonies chair Susan Magnusson and her team have created a very special evening for all ages. The Langley 2014 BC Seniors Games will take place from September 9 to 12 and will welcome close to 4,000 participants from around the province. The Games will feature 25 different sports which will be played at numerous Langley sporting venues.
Wins add excitement to Valley Granfondo Aldergrove Star
As the annual Prospera Valley GranFondo draws closer â&#x20AC;&#x201D; July 20 is the big day â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the excitement is building and in recent days local cyclists have had even more to cheer about as Langleyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own Svein Tuft took the leaderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s jersey in the first stage of the Giro dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Italia 2014 in Belfast. Twenty-two teams composed of 200 of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best cyclists compete in the race, which is a major prelude to Julyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tour de France. Tuft won the pink jersey on his 37th birthday and he is only the second Canadian in history to wear it. Ryder Hesjedal was the first when he who won the 2012 Giro dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Italia. Another B.C. cyclist also made
headlines this week, winning stage four of the Tour of California. Will Routley, 34, from Whistler, saw his chance for a breakaway and made the most of the opportunity. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local B.C. guys like Svein and Will that are competing with the best cyclists in the world who drive youth to the sport of cycling,â&#x20AC;? says Marc Campbell, event director for the Prospera Valley GranFondo. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And it is events like ours that provide a platform where they can test themselves and really strive in the hope of one day reaching the same level as these amazing athletes. This is an exciting time for the sport of cycling and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re really blessed to have so much support for this event from the Fraser Valley community.â&#x20AC;?
The Prospera Valley GranFondo has something for everyone, from seasoned cyclists to novice riders. Three separate routes based on distance and degrees of difficulty include a 160km GranFondo route, an 88km MedioFondo route, and a 50km PrestoFondo route designed specifically to accommodate those who are new to the sport. Each of the opportunities begins and ends in Fort Langley. The Prospera Valley GranFondo first debuted in 2012 and was created by Canadian Velo Event Management Society. To learn more about the society, visit canadianveloevents.com or â&#x20AC;&#x153;likeâ&#x20AC;? it on Facebook. To learn more about the 2013 Prospera Valley GranFondo, visit valleygranfondo.com/.
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Aldergrove Braves’ Scott Giesbrecht (at left) tries to put the tag on Aldergrove Blue Jays’ Dillon Neilson in peewee baseball action, Saturday, May 24 at Aldergrove Athletic Park.
Aldergrove senior citizen Harnek Toor won a number of awards at the Centennial Invitational Track and Field Meet held in Kamloops, May 16-18. Toor competed in the Masters category in the age group of men 65-69 years and won medals in the following events: r MPOH KVNQ HPME medal; r USJQMF KVNQ HPME medal; r IJHI KVNQ HPME medal; r TIPU QVU HPME medal; r KBWFMJO UISPX TJMWFS medal; r IBNNFS UISPX silver medal; r EJTDVT UISPX TJMWFS medal; r XFJHIU QFOUBUIMPO silver medal.
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Midget AA win Aldergrove Minor Baseball Association ‘Bring Your Best’ Tournament: Congratulations to the “Bring your Best” Champions. This team was a combined team made up of players from all three Aldergrove Midget teams. They were successful in winning in the championship game by a score of 2-0 over Ridge Meadows “bring your best” team. Great weekend for everyone involved. Thanks very much to all of Aldergrove’s volunteers who worked selflessly to help make this such a great tournament. A special hats off to Scott M. for taking the lead from Bruce T. on this one and coordinating the tourney.
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Mosquito Dodgers win Kathy Thomas Memorial Tournament: The Aldergrove Mosquito Dodgers had a fantastic showing at the Kathy Thomas Memorial Tournament in Surrey this past weekend. The Dodgers captured the title with a strong outing against the Cloverdale Diamondbacks in the Sunday finals. Congratulations Dodgers!
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Bantam AA Dodgers win Tsawwassen Grand Slam Tournament: Bantam AA Dodgers battle the rain and sun to claim the Championship in Tsawwassen over the long weekend. Great job by all the boys and the coaching staff getting the job done. Hats off to Tsawwassen Minor Ball for putting on an excellent tournament for everyone.
Bantam A Dodgers Blue win Bantam A Ross Tournament: The Aldergrove Dodgers Bantam A Blue team had a great weekend in the Ross tournament May 15-19, posting a perfect 5-0 record en route to a nail biting championship win against a very strong Ladner Mariners team. Aldergrove won the final game 6-5.
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Self-guided Historic Walking Tour Langley Centennial Museum Mo - Sa 10:00am - 4:00pm Su 1:00 - 4:00pm Free
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Recreation, Culture, and Parks
Sunday, June 1
Thursday, June 5
Loonie Admission
*Fit for Fellas
WGC 8:30 - 9:30am | $1
WGC 8:00 - 9:00am | Free
*Weight Room Orientation Learn to Play Pickleball WBK 1:00 - 2:00am | Free
Monday, June 2 Loonie Admission AKC
8:30 - 10:00am | $1
WGC 1:00 - 3:00pm | Free
Loonie Admission WBK 10:30am - 12:30pm | $1
*Seniors’ Yoga WBK 1:00 - 2:00pm | Free
*Weight Room Orientation *Weight Room Orientation WBK 9:00 - 10:00am | Free
Water Walking WCB 1:00 - 2:30pm | $1
Tuesday, June 3 *Weight Room Orientation WBK 9:00 - 10:00am | Free
Seniors’ Tea AKC
1:00 - 3:00pm | Free
WGC 8:00 - 9:00am | Free
Friday, June 6 Loonie Admission WCB 9:00 - 10:30pm | $1
Badminton WGC 1:00 - 3:00pm | $1
Pickleball WGC 3:15 - 5:00pm | $1
Wednesday, June 4 *Weight Room Orientation Plus
Art Deco Chic: Women’s Fashion of the 1920s & 1930s Exhibit runs until August 4 Langley Centennial Museum 9135 King Street, Fort Langley
WGC 9:00 - 10:00am | Free
*Seniors’ Yoga WGC 1:45 - 2:45pm | Free
*Seniors’ Picnic and Health Fair
*I’d Rather Stay UBC Centre for Hip Health & Mobility invites you to a screening of this documentary film about the lives of local older adults who strive to “age in place.”
• catered picnic lunch • guest speakers • information booths • door prizes
Monday, June 2
McLeod Athletic Park Lacrosse Box Located on 57A Avenue, between 213A and 216 Streets (behind Langley Secondary School) 11:00am - 1:30pm 1/$5
Fraser River Presentation Theatre Civic Facility, 20338 - 65 Avenue Doors open: 12:45pm Screening and discussion: 1:30 - 3:00pm | Free Transportation is available by request if registered by May 28.
604.532.3536 museum.tol.ca
Friday, June 6
*Registration required online at RecExpress.ca, or by calling or visiting your local community recreation centre.
Summer Kickoff 2014 Join our summer day camp staff for some outdoor fun and to sample many of the sports and activities offered this summer by the Township and other organizations! Philip Jackman Park
Walnut Grove Community Park
32 Avenue & 271 Street Friday, June 27 1:30 - 3:30pm
89 Avenue & Walnut Grove Drive Saturday, June 7 10:00am - 12:00pm
W.C. Blair Recreation Centre
Willoughby Community Centre
22200 Fraser Highway Saturday, June 21 12:00 - 2:00pm
7888 - 200 Street Saturday, June 14 10:00am - 4:00pm
Come by for some free family fun!
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ALDERGROVE KINSMEN COMMUNITY CENTRE 26770 - 29 Avenue 604.856.2899
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LANGLEY CENTENNIAL MUSEUM 9135 King Street 604.532.3536
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W.C. BLAIR RECREATION CENTRE 22200 Fraser Highway 604.533.6170
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WALNUT GROVE COMMUNITY CENTRE 8889 Walnut Grove Drive 604.882.0408
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Tuesday, June 3 | 7 - 9pm Heritage Advisory Committee Civic Facility Salmon River Committee Room Wednesday, June 4 | 7 - 9pm Economic Development Advisory Committee Civic Facility Salmon River Committee Room
disposition of lands Notice of Proposed Disposition of Township Lands Notice is hereby given of the intention of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Langley, pursuant to Sections 26 and 94 of the Community Charter S.B.C. 2003, c. 26, to sell Township owned land, the particulars of which are as follows:
Township of Langley Civic Facility 20338 - 65 Avenue, Langley V2Y 3J1 604.534.3211 | tol.ca
langley events centre Coming Events Langley Junior Thunder BCJALL Lacrosse Thu May 29 8:00pm vs. Burnaby Lakers Sun Jun 1 5:00pm vs. Nanaimo Timbermen Thu Jun 5 8:00pm vs. Coquitlam Adanacs
Langley Intermediate Thunder BCILL Lacrosse Sun Jun 1 2:00pm vs. Port Coquitlam Saints
Trail Connection Official Opening: Derby Reach Regional Park To Golden Ears Bridge The Township of Langley and Metro Vancouver invite the public to attend the official opening of the new Canyon to Coast/Trans Canada Trail Connection between Derby Reach Regional Park and Golden Ears Bridge. Date:
PID: 013-224-859
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PID: 013-224-859 – Parcel “A” (Plan With Fee Deposited 23211E) Legal Subdivision 9 Section 15 Township 7 NWD Civic Address: None – 19900 block of 20 Avenue Property Description: The property is approximately 2 acres and is zoned SR-2 Purchaser: Tasic Developments Ltd. Selling Price: Eight hundred twenty-five thousand dollars ($825,000) to be applied as a credit toward the Township of Langley’s purchase of 20239 - 84 Avenue. Scott Thompson Manager, Property Services Department 604.533.6138
Saturday, June 7
Time:
10 to 11:30am
Place:
Corner of 201 Street and 102 Avenue
Official opening ceremonies will take place at 10am. Following the opening, the public can walk or bike the new trail, enjoy activities and light refreshments at the ceremony location, and view the Fraser River and the surrounding landscape from the Golden Ears Bridge. Parking is available at the ceremony site, but guests are encouraged to bike to the site along the new Trans Canada Trail route, from Edgewater Bar at Derby Reach Regional Park. Edgewater Bar is about five kilometres away from the ceremony location and the bike ride will take 20 – 30 minutes. Guests can also walk the new, easy section of the trail, which will take about 90 minutes. A shuttle service will be also be available to transport guests to and from the ceremony location and Edgewater Bar at Derby Reach. Shuttle service starts at 9:15 am and runs every 15 minutes for pick up and drop off. Parks Design and Development 604.532.7350 Fraser Valley Regional District
Notice of Proposed Disposition of Township Lands
Langley Demonstration Garden Summer Programs
Notice is hereby given of the intention of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Langley, pursuant to Sections 26 and 94 of the Community Charter S.B.C. 2003, c. 26, to sell Township owned land, the particulars of which are as follows: Legal Descriptions: PID: 029-204-178 Lot B District Lot 320 Group 2 NWD Plan EPP29003 Civic Addresses: None – corner of 260 Street and 84 Avenue Property Description: The property is approximately 5 acres and is zoned RU-3. Purchaser: Trinity Western University Selling Price: Five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000)
The Langley Demonstration Garden has a busy summer planned!
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public programs and events
The event will be held on International Trails Day:
Thursday, June 5 | 7 - 9pm Community Participation, Infrastructure, and Environment Advisory Committee Civic Facility Salmon River Committee Room
200 ST
dates to note
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Langley Thunder WLA Lacrosse The Langley Events Centre is located at 7888 - 200 Street
Willow Structures - Saturday, June 14, 11am - 1pm: Learn how to harvest, plant and weave willow cuttings to produce fences and a variety of other living structures. Please RSVP at least one week in advance. sandwiches and join us for an evening of garden tours and live local folk music. Barbecue by donation.
Backyard Composting - Saturday, June 28, 11am - 12pm: 84 AVE
For ticket information, contact Langley Events Centre 604.882.8800 • LangleyEventsCentre.com
This summer, a number of fun and informative events, activities, and programs will be held and the public is encouraged to take part.
Picnics in the Park - Thursday, June 26, 5 - 7pm: Bring some
PID: 029-204-178
Wed Jun 4 7:45pm vs. Coquitlam Adanacs
An educational facility operated by the Langley Environmental Partners Society in partnership with the Township of Langley, the Demonstration Garden is located in the Derek Doubleday Arboretum in the 21200 block of Fraser Highway. It is open year-round to demonstrate sustainable gardening techniques and staffed weekdays from May to August.
Make black gold in your own yard! Learn what type of composting is a good fit for your needs, and how to quickly produce rich organic fertilizer from yard trimmings and kitchen scraps. Please RSVP at least one week in advance.
Registration is open for Eco Explorers kids’ day camps!
public notices Stage 1 Lawn Sprinkling Restrictions Stage 1 Lawn Sprinkling Restrictions are in effect from June 1 to September 30 for all municipal water system users throughout the Metro Vancouver area, including the Township of Langley. Lawn sprinkling is only allowed:
Residential •
4:00am to 9:00am • Even addresses - Monday, Wednesday, Saturday • Odd addresses - Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday
Non-Residential • 1:00am to 6:00am • Even addresses - Monday, Wednesday • Odd addresses - Tuesday, Thursday • 4:00am to 9:00am • All addresses – Friday For more information visit tol.ca/WaterRestrictions. Engineering Division 604.532.7300 enginfo@tol.ca
For more information and to register, contact: Required Condition: Registration of a covenant for conservation purposes and a statutory right of way for public access. Scott Thompson Manager, Property Management Department 604.533.6138
public notice Public Water Supply Permit: Location Change The location for obtaining a municipal Public Water Supply Permit is changing.
Langley Environmental Partners Society garden@leps.bc.ca 604.546.0344
Japanese Knotweed Roadside Control Strategy Japanese Knotweed is an invasive species whose root system has the potential to ruin home foundations, roads, parking lots, sewerage, and water main infrastructure. The Township of Langley is working to eliminate the threat of this invasive plant. You may see markers along various roads identifying where Japanese Knotweed is located. Do not remove the plants or mow these areas. Improper removal of the plant could result in the plant reproducing rapidly or spreading further.
Starting June 1, 2014, this permit can only be obtained from the Township’s Operations Centre, located at 4700 - 224 Street.
The Roads Department is spraying a mild herbicide to control the Japanese Knotweed. The removal process will take several treatments and inspections throughout the year. After the roots are killed, the plant stock will be removed and discarded safely.
For more information contact:
For more information on the roadside control program, contact:
Engineering Division 604.532.7300 opsinfo@tol.ca
Engineering Division 604.533.6006 tol.ca/invasive
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public open house
Tree Clear-Cutting Prohibited in Brookswood/Fernridge
road closure
Latimer Neighbourhood Plan
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.
The Township of Langley is holding an open house to present the draft Latimer Neighbourhood Plan. Residents, property owners, and business owners of the community are encouraged to attend the open house and provide input on the plan. Date: Thursday, June 5 Time: 4 to 8pm Place: Langley Events Centre – Banquet Hall Address: 7888 – 200 Street
Temporary Road Closure: Gloucester Way Southbound A partial road closure will be in effect on Gloucester Way southbound from 56 Avenue at the 26500 block. The full-time, temporary closure is scheduled to begin Monday, June 2 and will continue until Monday, July 21. The closure is required for the construction of a new storm sewer. A detour route is outlined on the map.
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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 tree cutting incident in the Brookswood/Fernridge area, call the Township’s Tree Protection Hotline at 604.532.7520. For more information contact: Bylaw Enforcement 604.532.7551 bylaw@tol.ca
Protect Pollinators and Grow Healthy Pollinators help provide one in three bites of our food supply! Pollinators are in decline because of pesticide use and loss of habitat. You can do your part to help save pollinators by reducing your use of cosmetic pesticides. outreach@leps.bc.ca 604.546.0338 tol.ca/growhealthygrowsmart
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The plan provides a more sustainable neighbourhood through provision of: • a range of housing opportunities and choices • walkable neighbourhoods • necessary commercial support services for the neighbourhood in the form of mixed use • preservation of open space, natural beauty, and critical environmental areas • a variety of transportation choices • modified road grid network • high quality design and architecture • innovative energy conservation solutions Background information on the Latimer Neighbourhood Plan is available on the Township’s website at tol.ca/latimer. Community Development Division 604.533.6034
public programs and events Private Well and Septic Seminars The Township of Langley, in partnership with Langley Environmental Partners Society, is hosting two free seminars on proper private well and septic systems maintenance. The seminars will be held 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
Motorists are advised to plan alternate routes and allow extra time to reach their destination safely. Local area residents and businesses will have access during the road closure. Please note the work is weather dependent and the construction schedule is subject to change. Visit tol.ca/roads for an updated construction schedule. We appreciate your patience. Engineering Division 604.532.7300 opsinfo@tol.ca
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. Engineering Division 604.532.7300 opsinfo@tol.ca
Mosquito Control Hotline Metro Vancouver has created a Mosquito Control Hotline for Township residents. Culex Environmental, the regional mosquito control contractor, will log and respond to all mosquito-related calls and visit sites if requested by the public. Calls can range from concerns about standing or stagnant water on private or public land or neighbouring property, Fraser River floodwaters, adult ”biting mosquitoes,” or “spraying or fogging.” Also, remember the 4 Ds: Drain – your property of standing water Dusk/Dawn – take extra care Dress – cover up and wear long sleeves Defend – use repellents when appropriate Mosquito Control Hotline 604.872.1912
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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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PERSONAL SERVICES 173
PCL ENERGY - Now Hiring Journeyperson Pipefitters ($40+/hr) and Scaffolders ($38+/hr) for an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK. LOA of $145/day worked, travel and bonuses paid! We offer competitive wages and benefits. Send resume to: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com.
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CHANEL SPA Top Quality Services... 604-746-6777
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PROFESSIONAL SALES ASSOCIATES Gregg Distributors Ltd. Is Rapidly Growing!
YARD PERSON, F/T Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader, is seeking an energetic, aggressive, self starter for full time yard position. Must have a valid driver’s license, have a minimum grade 12 education. If you are interested in this exciting and unique opportunity. Fax or email resume Attn. Mike Fax: 604-599-5250 email:mike@megacranes.com
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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
MIND BODY SPIRIT
Are YOU Interested in INDUSTRIAL SALES? Outgoing? Motivated?
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
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PERSONAL SERVICES 171
ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 203
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING
ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING
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YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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Call Ian 604-724-6373
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS 10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofing & Siding. WCB Re-roofing, New Roof Gutters & Replace Fascia 604-812-9721
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.CAN-PRO Paint and Drywall. Over 25 yrs of quality service. 3 ROOMS, $250. Insured. 604-771-7052
RUBBISH REMOVAL
www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
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.
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JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
PETS
HANDYPERSONS
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LESSONS/TRAINING
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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
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 Chihuahuas tiny teacups ready to go now, 1 male, 1 female. $700 Can deliver. 604-794-7347
Collie Doodle Puppies (Collie x Poodle) Born Feb 26. Mom is a Rough Collie (45 lbs) and Dad is a small Standard Poodle (50 lbs). Both have health clearances (eyes, hips, elbows). 2 very curly black females avail. We have bred this litter special to create the perfect family companion (intelligent, gentle, easy to train, always willing to please, happy indoors and outdoors, good with children and animals, low to no shed). These puppies will not need a heavy hand to train. They are sweet, kind and sensitive puppies. They will be very similar in looks and in nature to the Golden Doodle only smaller, calmer and will mature sooner. We are a 4H (agility, obedience, showmanship) family and our dogs are a part of our home and life and we wish the same for our puppies. Please consider the time and commitment needed to raise a dog and you will have our support and guidance for life. Pups will have shots and deworming. Reduced to $850.
German Shepherd pups, vet check, 1st shots, own both parents, father reg., gd tempered, farm & family raised in country, good guard dog/family pet. born feb 22. $700; also, 2 yr old female. 604-7963026, no sunday calls
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 PITTBULL Puppies - Purebred. Born March 7th. Great bloodlines. $850-$1500. Call 604-765-0453.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
FAST AND Reliable Plumbing Repairs, 24/7. Call Parker Dean for your next plumbing job. Present this ad and get $50 off. Vancouver area. Call 1-800-573-2928 A SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR. European trained. Specializing in Reno’s. Local refs. Reasonable Rates. Call 604-532-1710
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MOVING & STORAGE
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
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Monday, June 2, 2014 - 10:00 am – 5:00 pm At our current Milestones location: 2070 Sumas Way #200
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HELP WANTED
POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
• LINE COOKS • SERVERS • PREP COOKS • HOSTS • BARTENDERS • DISHWASHERS
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PRESSURE WASHING
POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
COMPLETE Handyman Services: new decks, house repairs, additions, power washing. Great rates, references. Call Mike 604.319.0273
We are currently seeking talented and experienced:
HELP WANTED
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283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
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TONY’’S PAINTING
.Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).
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MILESTONES IS MOVING TO A NEW LOCATION IN ABBOTSFORD AND WE ARE HIRING!
PLUMBING
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005
Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046
PETS
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MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
GARDENING
PAVING/SEAL COATING
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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English Springer Spaniels CKC Reg. Puppies Champ lines, tails docked, vet checked, 1st shots, guaranteed. Home raised, well socialized. Ready May 30. $1,200. peterandskye@gmail.com (250) 392-1440 Williams Lake
ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
GARAGE SALES
Garage / Moving Sale 26513 - 28A Ave. Aldergrove Sat. May 31st 9am - 3pm
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RETIREMENT RANCHER TOWNHOUSE WITH LOFT IN N ABBOTSFORD
TRANSPORTATION
MISC. WANTED
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WANTED: GANDY or equivalent dry fertilizer applicator for potato planter. 12 volt. Call 250-706-9305.
HUGE EXECUTIVE RANCHER AND SHOP ON QUIET ACREAGE.
REAL ESTATE
Patio Set- Table, umbrella, 4 chairs, Dining Room Buffet, Household items, etc.
627
SOLD!
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 home based business this is the spot. Too much to list, call today and see it for yourself. 23017 - 72ND AVENUE, LANGLEY Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing 604-857-1100.
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FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer.1.866.960.0045 www.dollars4guns.com.
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GREAT HOME IN THE HEART OF CLOVERDALE - SOUTH FACING BACK YARD!
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Purebred blue males & females. Ready to go. 1st shots & tails/dew claws done. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN Pet homes. $800. 604-308-5665
KILL BED BUGS & THEIR EGGS! Buy Harris Bed Bug Killer Complete Treatment Program or Kit. Available: Hardware Stores, Buy Online: homedepot.com
PRESA CANARIO P/B pups UKC, brindle $600 ea. 2 mo old. Both parents approx 150 lbs. 604-302-2357
KILL ROACHES! Buy Harris Roach Tablets. Eliminate Bugs - Guaranteed. No Mess, Odorless, Long Lasting. Available online only @ Ace Hardware & The Home Depot
ROTTI PUPS, 2 female, 7 weeks, $850. Call 604-793-5708 ROTTWEILLER guard dog, 6 yr old male, p/b no papers. Too good home. (604)798-9159
Specializing in reasonably priced SMALL BREED puppies. 604300-1450. trugoalpuppies.com
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GARAGE SALES
ALDERGROVE;
GARAGE SALE Sat May 31, 10am - 3pm
106 SPRINGFIELD DR.
SUPER CLEAN HOME NEAR PARKS AND SCHOOLS IN ALDERGROVE
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MISC. FOR SALE
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
FARM AND POTENTIAL WINERY? THIS IS THE SPOT!
Looking for a farm in the Otter area of Langley call today. I have a great one available a 45 acre former dairy farm with 2 homes, barns and lots of other outbuildings. Need a place for a winery? Call me today for you showing and more information Auto Financing - Dream Catcher, Apply Today! Drive Today!
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.
Wood-Frame Buildings for Sale & To Be Moved
RENTALS
Three wood-frame structures are available for the cost of $1.00 to anyone interested in removing them from their existing site location at 20640 24th Street.
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For further information please call: 604-825-0222
Misc household items, dishwasher, weedwacker, lots of childrens clothing, etc.
or Email: aaronhare@gmail.com
1.800.910.6402
1939 256 STREET, LANGLEY Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing 604-857-1100.
NICE WELL BUILT HOME IN WEST ABBOTSFORD
Almost new and ready to move in. This great Aberdeen area home is priced to move and it has everything you might need. 4 large bedrooms formal living and dining areas and a great kitchen with a huge pantry. All located in a nice quiet neighborhood. 27691 LANTERN AVENUE – $489,000 Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing 604-857-1100.
RENT TO OWN
STOP RENTING! RENT TO OWN! No Qualifications! Flexible Terms! CLOVERDALE - 60th and 176th Spacious 1 Bedroom Condo. Only $880/mo. Option Fee Req’d 604-657-9422
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APARTMENT/CONDO
“Thinking of Buying or Selling? Call me today.”
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ALDERGROVE, 2 BDRM APT. Total upgrade. Insuite laundry. Secure entry. Must See! July 1st. $800/mo. (778)808-4847
SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly &
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ALDERGROVE: Clean, quiet, suite avail on Fraser Highway, 1 Bdrm @ $670/mo (incl heat and hot water). Call David @ 604.328.4461
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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.
If you are interested, please apply before June 30, 2014.
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Super clean and tidy near Aldergrove Athletic park, elementary schools and high school. This will fit the bill! Nice updates including laminate flooring, newer carpets and fresh paint. Cozy gas fireplace, this is a bright and cheery home with lots of room for your family. Includes a huge family room, good size master bedroom with walk-in closet. Plus room for your RV. Move in today! 2813 266A AVENUE, ALDERGROVE Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing 604-857-1100.
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Built in the 1920’s, these early buildings were used as a residence, gas station and small storage area on the original Noel Booth lands in South Langley. The house footprint is 1300 sq/ft., the original station is 500 sq/ft. and the storage building is 140 sq/ft. All structures require extensive repair work and are offered on an as-is condition. All moving costs will be the responsibility of the buyer on an agreed-to timeline. In the event that no offers are received for the buildings, salvage opportunities will be provided to interested parties on a pre-arranged basis.
JUST LIST ED!
Come and check this home out for yourself. You will love the recent updates including siding, roof, gutters and downspouts, with all kinds of street appeal. You will truly appreciate the interior updates including flooring, paint and new electric fireplace, plus 5 bedrooms and lots of room for the whole family with a large beautifully landscaped yard and RV parking. 17494 61A AVENUE, CLOVERDALE Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing 604-857-1100.
Also; Spectacular 3 Acre Parcel at $390,000 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
NEW LIST ING!
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. #96 - 31406 UPPER MACLURE ROAD, ABBOTSFORD Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing 604-857-1100.
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2010 VENZA: Like new, only 20,000 kms, fully loaded, automatic, 6 cylinder, dvd system. $22,800. 604-575-5555.
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I LIVE in Aldergrove. I SELL in Aldergrove. Call the Aldergrove specialist... Ready to move, when you are!
danflokstra.com If the yard is getting too big or too small – Call Dan and we’ll get you Call Dan today moving away from it all! 604-857-1100! 20691-46A AVENUE, LANGLEY
$875,000
$ 2,300,000
1051 256 STREET
RANCHER WALK OUT BASEMENT
40 ACRE ESTATE PRIVACY
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.
Looking for the perfect place? Here it is 2 homes 2 road frontages and 2 much 2 list. Main home is 2370 sq ft post a beam with beautiful hardwood floors and granite fireplace updated kitchen and flooring 4 bathrooms … plus a full bsmt all on 40 acres with a Large assortment of Barns and shops (7) with rolling pastures sets this place apart as being one of the prettiest locations on the market today. Great water you have to call to see this one today
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.
2211-256 STREET
4.4 ACRES
SOLD
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.
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LISTINGS WANTED
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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 $159,900
5568-201A STREET
#44-26892-FRASER HWY
$1,800,000
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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• 200A • 3.7L • A/C • 6 speed, auto, SYNC. EFB71901
21,285 $ – 1,000 $
MSA PRICE COSTCO MEMBER
SUPERCAB 4X4
FINANCE LEASE
0 DOWN
$
$999 DOWN
$
201 411
#E0356
$
225 BIWEEKLY
$
20,235
ONLY
113 BIWEEKLY
$
2014 XTS PREMIUM DEMO
2014 REGAL E-ASSIST
Navigation, Driver assist pkg. #D0014
Navigation, sunroof, AC. #D0089
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•3.7L • A/C • 6 speed auto, all-terrain tires, keyless entry. FB65059 $ MSA PRICE , $ COSTCO MEMBER – ,
30 134 1 000
MSRP Murray/GM Discount Military Bonus GM Loyalty
29,134
$
38,023
$
ONLY
20,285
$
2014 F-150
SALE PRICE
Crew cab, locking diff.
$
MSA PRICE
SALE PRICE
1500 4X4
31,929
$
2014 F-150 XTR
SALE PRICE
St d t who Students h enrollll in full-time studies or have graduated within the past 6 months receive up to $750 towards a new or used vehicle.
2014 SILVERADO
488043
COSTCO MEMBER
STUDENT BONUS PROGRAM
Vehicles 1,000 OnNewMost
$
• 301A • XTR Package • 5.0L V8 • 18” Chrome Wheels MSA PRICE
Get educated with our
Tucker
Eligible Costco Members receive up to an additional
$
FINANCE
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All prices and lease payments are plus GST, PST and Environmental fees. Limited time offer, good until 6:00pm Saturday May 24th. Bonus Ford bedliner complete with lifetime guarantee. 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. Military bonus/Student dent discou den co o nts aadd taxes. E0410 0.9%/48 months, $0 down, 20000km, $17252 residual, E0356 0%/48mon $0 down 0km residual $9653.740, E0195 2.99%/60mon, $0 down, 20000km, residual $13633.95. Sale ends June 2, 2014 See dealer for complete details. Allll prices discounts down, 20000km 20000km,
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