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Mayor Walters will not run again By M on i sh a M ar ti n s mmartins@mapleridgenews.com

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Lina Azeez, with the Watershed Watch Society, is part of a group of Pitt Meadows residents who are opposed to a drainage project that is part of a proposed park along Airport Way.

Saving slough seems simple By M o ni s h a M a r tin s mmartins@mapleridgegnews.com

ith enthusiasm that’s hard to contain, Scott Magri stands above the Katzie Slough and imagines a young boy fishing in it, like he did almost 40 years ago. “It would be perfect,” he gushes as a frog leaps into the water, sending bubbles to the surface as it disappears amongst the reeds. A waterway named for the First Nations people who thrived in Pitt Meadows before European settlement, the Katzie Slough

isn’t anything like the one Magri remembers. As a boy, he fished for cutthroat trout in its cool waters. Now, the 10.16-kilometre slough is little more than an irrigation ditch, split into channels. Some of its tributaries have been filled and few native

plants remain on its banks. The slough traverses the city, cutting through established neighbourhoods in the city’s south and eventually heading north across Lougheed Highway into land owned by mall developers SmartCentres. In its heyday, it was a natural drainage and irrigation channel that flushed with the tides, was full of fish and big enough to canoe in. In December, Magri got a cold reception from the city when he pitched his plans to restore the Katzie Slough to its former glory. Undeterred, Magri has pushed on with his plans with support from the Watershed Watch Salm-

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‘Staff promised update’ Slough from front

The park’s opponents have no issues with extending the community garden or adding a few trails to an area that’s already lush with trees and full of wildlife. It’s the “low flow channel” and water features that confuse them. The channel proposed by the city would mimic and link to a 260-metre-long (853 feet) “blind” channel and pond created by the Ministry of Transportation in 2011. Initially touted as a way to enhance habitat for fish, studies show the blind channel – a half-million-dollar, taxpayer-funded provincial project – is a failure. So far, 57 per cent of the riparian plantings have died, likely due to combination of heavy clay soils, drought conditions and competition with grasses. “The site’s value as fish habitat is compromised by the generally poor condition in the Katzie Slough watershed,” wrote Mike Pearson, a biologist contracted by the ministry to conduct the study. Pearson found alien plant species – such as reed canary grass, Eurasian water milfoil and parrot feather – are thriving, while native plants have failed to take hold. Even wapato, or Indian potato, are on the decline. Pearson’s report noted 130 wapato were found in 2013, slightly less than the 136 counted in 2012. The lack of fish and fish species were blamed on high water temperatures and low dissolved oxygen concentrations due to algae blooms. The city created a steering committee for the proposed park after hearing opposition from residents. But committee members contend they were lied to about the scope and nature of the project. On Tuesday, they crowded a council meeting to voice their displeasure with the process. The steering committee passed a concept plan and was assured that more details about the project would be given to members after the park design was complete. The committee never got those details. In January, just before the departure of Coun. Doug Bing, council passed the park plan, along with its water features, despite calls from residents to put the project on hold. The vote was close, with Couns. Bing, Gwen O’Connell, Tracy Miyashita and Mayor Deb Walters in favour of the project moving ahead, and Bruce Bell, Janis Elkerton and Dave Murray voting against. Minutes from the January council

Scott Magri is heading a campaign to restore the Katzie Slough, but is meeting resistance from the city. meeting show parks staff promised to return with an update on the park project every two months, but council never received a single update. Mike Stark told council he has been requesting detailed drawings about the proposed park and drainage channel for months, but only received them a week ago. He was angry to learn the project had already tendered and work was set to begin in early September. Stark contends that if the committee had known what the final design was like, the vote would have been different. “I am very disappointed that parks staff have chosen to look at this site in isolation of the surrounding ecosystem,” Stark added after the meeting. “By doing so, they are only creating another environment that will extend the breeding ground for the already prolific invasive species resident in the blind channel and Katzie Slough that is American bullfrog, pumpkinseed, and largemouth bass, to name a few. Their money and focus would be better directed toward rehabilitating the Katzie Slough by restoring the fish habitat and eliminating the invasive species. This new park does little to resolve the core problem.” Keith Nightingale, another committee member, echoed Stark’s comments and called for the whole project to be revisited.

“Two failed ponds don’t make a park,” he told council. Lina Azeez, with the Watershed Watch Salmon Society, which is working to restore the Katzie Slough, is also concerned about the park proposal. “It ties very closely into the Katzie Slough. We understand that there are some options that are much cheaper that should be looked at,” she said. Ken Joyner used to farm the land where the park is proposed and would prefer it be left natural. “Why do you want to bring water into pristine soil – the best in the Fraser Valley,” he asked council. “It makes no common sense to bring water in there now.” Joyner asked O’Connell why she wanted the water feature in the park. “Because I think [the water] will enhance it,” O’Connell replied after chiding Joyner for not addressing her as “Councillor O’Connell.” She added: “I guess in Pitt Meadows

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now the rule of thumb is going to be, ‘Don’t do anything because it costs too much. Let’s just leave everything the way it is now because that’s what the neighbours want.’” The Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows parks department insists the water features in the park will look nothing like the failing blind channel. “The integration of the TransLinkfunded channel into the park design will create visual interest for visitors through habitat and wildlife viewing opportunities in the park,” said Bruce McLeod, manager of parks. To prevent algae blooms from spreading, more trees will be planted to shade the channel.

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Several members of Pitt Meadows council are questioning how much a proposed park will actually cost taxpayers. The 35-hectare project has a budget of $375,000 – -a sum that includes a $150,000 from TransLink to construct the contentious drainage channel. Canadian Lawn Care Ltd. got the tender for the project at $328,251.42. “I think the project is over budget,” Coun. Bruce Bell said Tuesday, as he expressed frustration with city staff who he claims have failed to update council about the project. Bell was disappointed to learn from residents that the project was moving ahead. Some stumbled upon a preconstruction meeting for the park while on a walk last week. Not included in the total costs are design and engineering work done by ISL Engineering. A collapsed culvert under Airport Way will also be replaced in conjunction with the park project, but city hall does not know how much the replacement will cost. Bell says if all the costs were added, the project could total close to $500,000. Bell, Janis Elkerton and Dave Murray would like the project to be put on hold and intend to propose that at a meeting on Tuesday. “To extend a waterway that is already failing into the new park would not be prudent,” said Bell.

Rally The Watershed Watch Salmon Society is organizing a rally to stop another drainage channel being constructed in the proposed park. The rally will take place at 5 p.m. on Sept. 6 at the corner of Airport Way and Bonson Road. To learn about Scott Magri’s Katzie Slough Restoration Project, visit ksrp.ca.

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(From left) Scott Magri, Lina Azeez and Thelma and Ken Joyner are part of a group of residents are opposed to a drainage project along Airport Way.

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City mulls stop work order for soil mixing operation Owner needs to supplement farm income By M o ni s ha M a r tin s mmartins@mapleridgenews.com

The City of Pitt Meadows wants to put a stop to a soil mixing business that’s been operating on farmland for almost 30 years on a temporary permit. At a committee meeting Tuesday, council was reluctant to accommodate Hank Bitter’s request for his business located at 17607 Ford Road Detour to continue. “I don’t disagree that farmers should have a way to supplement their income. However, this is an industrial operation,” said Mayor Deb Walters. “We wouldn’t allow it to happen in town; 30 years is far too long. We don’t have personnel to go up there and monitor 24 hours a day. At this time, I am not going to support it.” In 1994, the Agricultural Land Commission approved the first “nonfarm use” application for a topsoil screening and mixing business. Since then, Bitter has reapplied for temporary permits. The most recent once expired in 2008.

“I want to stop the operation as soon as our staff can get there.” Coun. Gwen O’Connell “I want to stop the operation as soon as our staff can get there,” said Coun. Gwen O’Connell, who was surprised to hear the business had been operating without proper approval from the city. Bitter, however, pleaded with council to reconsider. As a first generation cranberry farmer, Bitter uses the soil mixing business to supplement his income. He supplies peat moss to the mushroom industry from one portion of the property. Horse and mushroom manure are mixed into some of the

The business is located on Ford Road Detour. “best topsoil in the Fraser Valley” on another portion of the property. “Without it, I would not farm,” Bitter told council. Neighbours are growing increasingly tired of the trucks traveling to and from the property. In a letter to council, they voiced concerns about noise, smells and traffic, including at night. Neighbours did not call for the business to cease operations. Instead, they asked the city

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who employs 12 people. “We have many more pluses than minuses. All of a sudden I’m bombarded with a barrage of things. Nobody has ever come to me before.” Council will formally vote on a decision at a regular meeting next week. In the meantime, it referred the application back to the city’s agricultural advisory committee, which previously supported the operation. City staff had recommended that council grant the temporary commercial permit, but imposed strict conditions on it, including a security of $10,000 in the form of a letter of credit. Chief administrative officer Kim Grout said staff will not proceed with a stop work order as “more discussion on the matter is needed before this can be determined.” City staff and neighbours plan to tour the site with Bitter.

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Latest tax hike The provincial government announced its latest tax hike on Tuesday. As has been the case in recent years, it did so indirectly. In fact, the announcement was made by the Insurance Corporation of B.C., which plans to raise its basic rates, which all motorists must pay, by 5. 2 per cent. The province is expecting to get $480 million in dividends from ICBC in the three years from 2014 to 2017, and another $1.23 billion from B.C. Hydro. Both of these massive dividend payments are on the back of ratepayers — those who have no choice but to buy electricity from B.C. Hydro and basic auto insurance from ICBC. This is being done so the government can balance its budget and claim to be a good fiscal manager. Meanwhile, the rate increases planned by both corporations are far beyond inflation, and are disguised as being necessary “because of more claims due to distracted driving” (ICBC), and “by the need for capital expenditures.” (B.C. Hydro). No one doubts that there is a need for B.C. Hydro to upgrade its power network, or for ICBC to have enough money to pay for increased claims, whatever the cause. However, claims of balanced budgets by the B.C. Liberals really need to be dissected. The government is not running a surplus from its day-to-day operations. It would be in a constant deficit if it weren’t for these dividends from Crown corporations. Both of these corporations were set up, long ago, to provide benefits to B.C. residents. The province does get additional revenue from the B.C. Lottery Corporation and the Liquor Distribution Branch, but there is a key difference. No one has to buy a lottery ticket or go to a casino. Nor do they have to buy liquor. Those are choices people are free to make. This latest disguised tax increase is unacceptable. – Black Press

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Natural world belongs to public The rights of the public to the natural resources outweigh private rights, and must be given its first consideration – the “conservation” president, Theodore Roosevelt (1901-1909).

hen the Polley Lake Along the Fraser Dam near Jack Emberly Likely, B.C. ruptured last month – after leaking earlier – it became clear the rights of industry to extract natural resources outweighs those of the public to the diverse benefits of a wild environment. In the case of First Nations, it outweighs cultural identity and livelihood. The 10 billion litres of pond water that destroyed Hazeltine Creek, and 4.5 million cubic meters of sand laced with cadmium, manganese, phosphorous and mercury are proof. Mines minister Bill Bennett smudged his face in a grieving ceremony with First Nations and declared he’d never have believed the breech possible. But private consultants earlier warned that building the dam up instead of out was dangerous. Brian Kynoch, CEO for Imperial Metals, apologized while claiming the pond water was nearly potable. Yet, nearby communities were told not to drink from their streams, and health authorities promised it was safe to eat the flesh

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of fish, but not their gonads. There’s an independent panel (all mining experts) to root out the cause of the dam’s failure, and suggest ways to prevent ruptures at other mines, things we already know. “Why would you put a tailings pond – wet pond method –above a watershed in the first place,” asks Geoff Clayton of ARMS. Clayton points to a year 2000 geological abstract by Michael Davies and Stephen Rice (AMEC Earth and Environmental, Vancouver). It confirms the instability of tailing ponds –two to five major incidents per year and 3,500 world-wide – compared to Hydro dams, which, unlike tailing ponds, are monitored 24-7. “They have a requirement of a 1-10,000 year risk of rupture engineered into their design.” In a letter to MLA Doug Bing, Clayton notes two standards for dam safety – one that falls under the Ministry of Lands, Forests and Natural Resources (Hydro dams such as the Alouette) and another for the environment (Polley Lake). The reason, he says, is obvious. “Because we have a valley floor with lots of people. The head count around Polley is small. Wildlife seem to be expendable. Nobody knows this.” Putting tailings in stacks away from water is a modern process used in other parts of the world to avoid disasters. Rice and Davies say, “tailings in dry stacks can’t leach into the environment and withstand catastrophic forces.” That includes earthquakes, like the one

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that shook California last week, and the one we expect soon. Hazeltine is now a tailings pond sluice that feeds into Quesnel Lake, which feeds into the Quesnel River, which feeds into the Fraser which feeds into Georgia Strait. Quesnel Lake, home to 30-pound trout, draws sport fishermen from around the world. Guides and lodge owners worry about its future. “I’ve been to hell,” said Morton. “It’s hard to be here and not hate humanity. This was inevitable. Everyone knew it would happen.” The Cariboo I know was a paradise. As a 12-year-old, I caught three-pound trout in crystal-clear streams and lost all track of time. Years later, I paddled the Bowron Lakes – not far from Likely - and ran the frisky Cariboo River, which will be poisoned when the rains come. You can listen to the haunting calls of loons and wolves at night in this magical place, Aboriginal folk have always tried to help the rest of us understand, and accept their reverence of nature as our guides prior to development. “They’re trying to draw us back to old values. It’s time to listen and change,” Clayton said. “The rights of the majority demand that friends of the environment lead panels stacked with industry and government ... because the natural world belongs to the public in common, not to a few transient politicians and corporations.”

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THE NEWS/letters Sprinklers or not, still fire risk

Teacher demands outrageous Editor, The News: Teaching is an honourable profession and most of us will agree that most teachers are completely sincere in their job, and we respect them for that. However, it is those teachers who are ultimately responsible for the mess we are in regarding the current conflict. After all, they, the members of the teachers’ federation, are the ones who have, for several decades now, elected ultramilitant executives. When bargaining time comes, they start out with outlandish demands, far beyond what they themselves expect to get. That way they try to convince the public that they have made very significant concessions, when in fact, even after cutting back 50 per cent, the demands are still outrageous. And don’t compare your wage packages to teachers in other provinces, but compare it to what thousands of British Columbians have to deal with. For that matter, when will we, the people that pay every

online comments Parks not sharks Ray Sanborg: Re: First steps for Haney riverfront (The News, Aug. 27). We have a chance to make Port Haney a jewel, showcasing our riverfront, the great views of Derby Reach and Mount Baker. Instead, we are planning our next mistake. Certainly, we have enough development in the area without cutting off our riverfront with three residential towers and 21 townhouses, built mere feet from the river and very busy tracks. Make our community better, not just more crowded. Parks not real estate sharks.

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No pain, no gain Editor, The News: Teachers need to stick it out. There will always be those who belittle teachers as simply greedy. They will, however, overlook the greediness of the government and, perhaps, their own greediness for that which is important to them, like their taxes, wages, mortgages, transport, food, medical, raising of their children. Pot calling the kettle black? The large majority of teachers are just people who care for their students, but who also care for their families. Over quite a large number of years, the teachers have fallen behind police officers and nurses, for example, in wages, fighting more for class sizes and composition, and where did that get them? They have fought over 10 years to get a

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Supreme Court ruling that indicated that the Liberal government was wrong in tearing up a contract and legislating their own conditions upon the teachers. The government just continues to sidestep the ruling with delay tactics and essentially zero negotiation offerings. Teachers in B.C. do not charge for extra-curricular activities like most teachers in the United States. Maybe they should. If I was a teacher now, I would, foremost, become a self-survivalist. It wouldn’t help me or the students to be burnt out by the government demands, ineffective and meek school boards, derisive parents, or ‘I can do no wrong’ students. Or government threats of punitive penalties or even jail. No pain, no gain. Let the greedy belittlings go on. That is fair in a democracy. That is the fault-finders’ right – unless the government legislates against their right to be treated fairly. Brian Koven Pitt Meadows

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cent of your income, see a complete and open disclosure of teachers’ wage packages, including the cost of all benefits? Furthermore, as members of the BCTF, you are the ones who can tell your executive to settle for the wage offer from the government. You can tell them, because they are answerable to you, not the other way around. That will show that you are sincere when you say that it is all for the children. Once the wage package has been agreed on, that is the time to zero in on class size and composition. But don’t forget that smaller classes means more teachers for the same amount of students and, consequently, less work for the current complement of teachers. One more observation: teachers should be educators, not social workers. It is high time to reverse that trend. There are numerous agencies to do the social work, and furthermore, we have to be much more critical of the parents

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INFORMED: True North Fraser Bluegrass Festival Don’t Miss This Amazing Weekend of Music A dedicated team of volunteers and organizers has been planning the second annual True North Fraser Bluegrass Festival that runs from Friday, August 29 through to Sunday, August 31. The Albion Fairgrounds will be filled with incredible music all weekend and musicians and music fans from far and wide are going to call our community home for this great family-friendly event. Bluegrass music is one of the great North American music forms with roots from many other genres of music. This style of music blends great lyrics, musicianship and harmony singing into an exquisite toe tapping musical form that is undergoing a huge resurgence across the continent. Folks you hear this weekend are some of the finest musicians in the world, and it all happens in our own backyard! The festival includes workshops, jam sessions, a special festival marketplace, the kids’ zone and nightly corn roast. If you’ve never been to a Bluegrass festival you have to understand that it’s a wonderful party atmosphere where the musicians and audience interact for a heartwarming musical experience. Ticket packages are available for the whole festival, including RV parking, or you can attend on individual days. Kids under 12 get FREE admission! For information on the lineup go to www.truenorthfraserbluegrass.com and for ticket information call 604-943-0522.

INFORMED: September 2014 Council Meeting Schedule Mayor and Council encourage everyone to attend these important public meetings. It’s your chance to see how public policy is debated and enacted.

Monday, September 8 9:00 am, Workshop - Blaney Room 1:00 pm, Committee of the Whole - Council Chambers Tuesday, September 9 7:00 pm, Council Meeting - Council Chambers Monday, September 15 9:00 am, Workshop - Blaney Room 1:00 pm, Committee of the Whole - Council Chambers Tuesday, September 16 7:00 pm, Public Hearing - Council Chambers Tuesday, September 30 7:00 pm, Council Meeting - Council Chambers Agendas & Minutes Agendas for these meetings are posted online the Friday before the meeting date. Go to mapleridge.ca, click the link under Your Council on the home page.

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On September 12, 1874 Maple Ridge became BC’s sixth incorporated community, only seven short years after the Canadian Confederation. On Friday, September 12, 2014 we will celebrate our 140th Birthday with a FREE family concert in the park that will run from 5:00 pm until 9:30 pm. The bandstand will be called the ‘Port Metro Vancouver Stage’ in recognition of their financial support for the Birthday celebration. Entertainers represent the many talented musicians who live and work in our community. At 7:00 pm there will be a formal ceremony that will include local dignitaries and greetings from Ottawa and Victoria as well as a special drama presentation by members of the Emerald Pig Theatrical Society. Bring a blanket, sweater, lawn chair and the whole family for this wonderful outdoor concert.

The celebration continues on Saturday, September 13 starting at 9:00 am with the Haney Farmers Market at Memorial Peace Park. The market will celebrate the rich history of our community with a strong theme to the amazing food and agricultural legacy of Maple Ridge. The Maple Ridge Museum & Community Archives will have a wonderful display in the bandstand, and there will also be special displays by the Maple Ridge Downtown Business Improvement Association, local agriculture sector and the history of First Nations in the region. This will be a great way to connect with your neighbours and our community. Winners of the Tweetable Poetry contest and Photo contest will also be announced as part of this event. The displays and Farmers Market run until 2:00 pm.

In addition to the concert, you will be able to visit with members of the Operations and Engineering teams, the Maple Ridge Fire Department and the Ridge Meadows RCMP who will be on hand with vehicles they use to do their work in the community every day. It’s a great opportunity to mingle with staff and volunteers plus get your photo taken in the various vehicles that will be on display. There will be souvenir handouts to mark this special Birthday.

Finally, the Birthday celebration ends at the Port Haney Wharf with a special Port Haney Days ‘Movie on the Wharf’ night organized by the Port Haney Neighbourhood Change team. You and your family are invited down to the Wharf to watch the sunset and then a presentation of ‘Shark Tales’ on the outdoor screen. This events starts at 7:00 pm and runs until the movie ends. There will be popcorn and kids’ activities and as with all the other events, it’s completely FREE! We will see you at the Birthday party!

INFORMED: Labour Day Hours Monday, September 1st Holiday Hours Municipal Hall: Closed Maple Ridge Leisure Centre: Closed for Maintenance Shutdown Pitt Meadows Family Recreation Centre: Closed Greg Moore Youth Centre: Open 6:00 to 9:30 pm

Firehall No. 1 Administrative Office: Closed RCMP – Police Services Administrative Office: Open 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Pitt Meadows Youth Centre: Closed

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INFORMED: Maple Ridge Election 2014 Interested in Running for a Position on Our Council? If you’re interested in running for Mayor, Council or School Trustee in the Maple Ridge Local Election this fall, then you may be interested in attending an informal information meeting. Join us on Monday, September 8, 2014 at 7:00 pm in Council Chambers at Municipal Hall. Senior staff from both Maple Ridge and School District No. 42 will be on hand to answer your questions and provide background information on some recent changes to the election reporting requirements, the four year term and what’s involved in being an elected official. This is a great way for you and key members of your campaign team to get the facts on how you become a candidate and the requirements for keeping records of campaign finances. Current Council members and School Trustees are encouraged to attend and share their experiences as an elected official. Across BC citizens will be electing their Mayors, Council and School Trustees on Saturday, November 15, 2014. In the 2011 election Maple Ridge’s voter turnout was just over 25%, with 12,809 citizens casting a vote. We will be keeping you informed of the key dates and information regarding “Maple Ridge Election 2014” in this semi-monthly newsletter and other print ads, online at mapleridge.ca and on our social media channels. We will be using the hashtag #MRElection2014 for our messaging, and we encourage folks to join the conversation as we move closer to the election date. Be engaged. Be a voter.

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mediation to begin immediately. The process to get membership approval could take two to three days. The B.C. Public School Employers Association would also suspend lockout activity if the truce goes ahead. In addition to shutting down pickets, Fassbender’s proposal also calls on the union to set aside potential grievances arising from the last court ruling on class size and composi-

tion, now under appeal by the province. George Serra, president of the Maple Ridge Teacher’s Association, said local teachers were not impressed by Fassbender’s proposal. “We had eight weeks over the summer to use,” said Serra. “We find it a little ironic that all of a sudden he’s looking for a two week cooling off period.” Serra characterized Wednesday’s surprise meeting, called by Fassbender, as “little more

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hold for the moment, Lewis said. In the meantime, the Barnston Maple Ridge Pump Station should open on schedule next June. Once operating, the pump station will be controlled remotely from the Seymour filtration plant in North Vancouver, with staff making only periodic checks at the station. The pump station dovetails with another Metro Vancouver project just underway in Maple Ridge – building a new metrewide water main from along 128th Avenue from 200th to 224th Street. That new supply will also ensure there’s plenty of water for the dishwashers and lawns of the new homes being built in eastern Maple Ridge. Completion for that project is expected early next year, after which widening of 128th Avenue to four lanes will begin.

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Mayoralty hopeful wants no more pay day loan offices ‘A lot of clients get trapped’ By Phil M elnyc h u k pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com

One of the candidates for Maple Ridge mayor says it’s time to put the brakes on allowing pay day loan companies opening their doors anywhere within the district. Tyler Shymkiw is proposing there be a moratorium on the opening of any more operations that offer short-term advances on paycheques, and charge steep interest rates for the privilege of doing so. “These pay day loan companies tend to congregate in the lower income neighbourhoods. We’ve tried to create affordable housing in Maple Ridge. I think that creates a target for them,” Shymkiw said Thursday. “It’s something that I saw firsthand when I was chairman of the [Friends in Need] food bank. “A lot of clients got trapped in that really horrific cycle of debt with it. What happens is they have to re-borrow before they pay that [first loan] back.” Then they have to borrow from one pay day loan company to pay another, and so on. Shymkiw sent out the release Thursday, noting that pay day loan companies can charge up to 23 per cent for a two-week loan. That works out to 600 per cent interest over a year. “This is not what Maple Ridge is about,” he said in the release. “While the current political leadership has expanded gaming in our downtown core, we don’t need to double down on its negative effects by continuing to allow these sorts of predatory lending services to expand.” Other municipalities have banned them for years, he added. Institutes like Vancity credit union are starting to offer short-term loans so people have an alternative. “We need to take a stand on this if we’re going to start improving our downtown core and reaffirming our commitment to helping all families.”

In the release, Coun. Corisa Bell, seeking a second term on council, backed the idea. “We need to protect our friends and neighbours from having their lives destroyed by predators because of shortterm cash-flow issues,” she said. Shymkiw, though, said he and Bell are not running as a team for the Nov. 15 civic election, when a new council will be chosen for the next four years. “I wouldn’t say we’re running as a team. It means we agree on this specific issue.”

Dueck says farewell Another spot has opened up on Maple Ridge council, bringing to three the number of seats left vacant by departing councillors. Judy Dueck, who’s served four terms, said last week that she won’t be seeking a fifth.

“It was a tough decision. I do love local politics. It’s all good,” she said. Dueck will stay on as manager of health and safety with the Maple Ridge- Shymkiw Pitt Meadows school board. “It has been a great privilege and honour to represent and serve the residents of Maple Ridge as a councillor and school trustee spanning the last 21 years,” she said in a release. She hopes future councils will follow the current official community plan that sets out the general growth of the district. The plan calls for residential expansion to Thornhill, the area east of 248th Street, once Maple Ridge’s population hits 100,000. But that’s going to be a while yet, and residents

will have a say in how that growth takes place. “I see commercial opportunities out there which will help offset the cost for residential.” Dueck expects the new council to begin implementing the commercial-industrial strategy which sets out where industry will grow and is disappointed that the process took so long under the current council. “Jobs and shopping are still near and dear to the people of Maple Ridge. “Jobs, definitely jobs is something they need to focus on.” Cheryl Ashlie has announced she’s leaving politics and Mike Morden is running for mayor, leaving three vacancies on council to be filled in the Nov. 15 election.

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Further, should Council adopt Maple Ridge Highway Closure and Dedication Removal Bylaw No. 7104-2014, the District of Maple Ridge proposes the disposition of the closed highway to Ascent One Properties Ltd., the owners of 12018 Edge Street, for incorporation into a proposed residential/commercial tower development on their property and for the amount of $101,300.00. The proposed Bylaw and Plans may be viewed at the Municipal Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., from August 27 to September 9, 2014, Saturdays, Sundays and Statutory Holidays excepted. This Bylaw will be presented to the Municipal Council for final reading consideration at the September 9, 2014 Council meeting.

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ALL PERSONS who deem themselves affected by the proposed Bylaw shall be afforded an opportunity to make their comments known to the Municipal Council by forwarding written submissions to the attention of the Manager of Legislative Services or by sending an e-mail to the Clerk’s Department at clerks@mapleridge.ca, by 4:00 p.m., September 9, 2014. All written submissions and e-mails will become part of the public record. Dated this 27th day of August, 2014. Ceri Marlo, Manager of Legislative Services 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9 Tel: 604-463-5221 • Fax: 604-467-7329

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September Job Action Camps & Activities Looking for things to do with the kids if the BC Teachers Job Action continues? Check out our Recreational Programs & Drop-in Options. Daycamps (5 -12yrs): Join us for fun and games. We have a full day of camp for your kids to enjoy. Fee:

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Karl Lundgren says Maple Ridge is an underachiever. To help reach its potential, Lundgren is running for council in the Nov. 15 election. “I’m a new candidate,” says Lundgren, who lives in Pitt Meadows and works in Port Coquitlam as a travel agent. Lundgren though grew up in Maple Ridge and is more interested in his old home than his current city. “When I was young, I thought it had great potential. I just don’t think it’s living up to what it could have done.” Pitt Meadows seems to be doing better in attracting businesses and

commerce than Maple Ridge, he says. “I just feel that we’re losing out to adjacent communities.” Lundgren made the decision a few weeks ago and plans on making a formal announcement later, as candidate nomination forms can only be filed between Sept. 30 and Oct. 10. Lundgren would like to do a study of local shopping habits to see if or how Maple Ridge is losing to other areas. Instead of bringing more people to the area, he says the Golden Ears and Pitt River bridges are just making it easier for residents to leave. “It’s actually doing more harm than good now.” As the campaign moves towards voting day, Lundgren will put out more announcements. “When it comes down to it, I don’t believe in making a bunch of

promises.” He also wants more transparency in municipal affairs and the election, and says social media can allow candidates to talk directly with voters. Lundgren After serving as president of the Maple RidgePitt Meadows Chamber of Commerce for two years and recently leading the Haney Rotary club, Ken Oliver Holland has decided it’s time to try for council. “I’ve worked here for 18 years. I think it’s time for a change.” Holland works in the housing industry and operates Pinnacle Home Designs. He says Maple Ridge’s cumbersome approval policies

Leisure Centre Facility Closures: Full facility closure for annual maintenance: Pools, fitness centre & racquet courts closed: Gymnasium reduced schedule: Full facility & regular drop-in schedules resume:

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ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR 203 ST. FROM DEWDNEY TRUNK ROAD TO GOLDEN EARS WAY PROJECT NO: RFP-EN14-60 FILE NO: 11-5255-40-186 The District of Maple Ridge is inviting proposal submissions from experienced and qualified engineering consultants to complete the preliminary, detailed design as well as tender documents preparation for roadway pedestrian and cyclist improvements on 203 Street from Dewdney Trunk Road to Golden Ears Way to a major Urban Arterial standard. If you are interested in this opportunity, the complete RFP Document is available for download from BC Bid: www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca. Proposal response to be submitted on or before:

The Parks and Leisure Services Commission has directed staff to solicit feedback from residents and dog owners on the proposal to creat additional offleash opportunities in Maple Ridge. The dog days of summer initiative will provide an opportunity for our neighbours to experience an off-leash park first hand and dog park patrons to demonstrate how socailly valuable and unobtrusive these off-leash park areas can be for the community.

Three parks have been selected for trial dog off-leash sites: Tolmie Park Westview Park Upper Maple Ridge Park

RFP Closing Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2014 RFP Closing Time: 2:00 pm local time RFP Deposit Place: District of Maple Ridge Reception Desk (First Floor) 11995 Haney Place Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9 Fax no. 604-466-4328 Email address: dmikes@mapleridge.ca If your Proposal arrives after the closing date and time noted above, the District reserves the right entirely at its discretion to give or not give such Proposals consideration.

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Proposals transmitted by electronic mail or facsimile will not be accepted.

Parks and Leisure Services will be seeking feedback from dog offleash park patrons and local residents on your experience these weeks, which will be provided to the Parks and Leisure Services Commission to assist them when making decisions on this topic, please provide your feedback by email to parksandleisure@mapleridge.ca

There will be no public opening for this Request for Proposals. The District of Maple Ridge reserves the right to reject any or all Proposals or to accept the Proposal deemed most favorable in the interest of the District. The lowest or any Proposal may not necessarily be accepted and the District will not be responsible for any cost incurred by the Proponent in preparing the Proposal. For all inquiries, contact Daniela Mikes, Manager of Procurement, at the District of Maple Ridge dmikes@mapleridge.ca or Tel: 604-466-4343. 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9 Tel: 604-463-5221 • Fax: 604-467-7329

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are seeing developers avoid the district in favour of other cities. He’d like to see that streamlined. The rules over parking in the downtown also need review to encourage shopping, he added. Todd Oliver, an instructor at the North Fraser Pretrial Centre in Port Coquitlam, is also running. “I’m tired of being a Monday-morning quarterback,” he said. Oliver says he’s attended most of the public hearings and Maple Ridge council meetings in the last few years. “I want to be a voice for holding the line on the budget.” He says he can do that by looking at the main cost drivers and how the district operates. Working within a government bureaucracy such as B.C. Corrections can give insight to that. He added he wants to bring the greatest good to the greatest number of people at the lowest cost. Candidates need only two nominees to sign their forms in order to get their name on the ballot. Although weeks remain before the filing deadline, several candidates have said they plan to have their names in the next election. Four candidates are trying for the mayor’s seat: Ernie Daykin, Mike Morden, Graham Mowatt and Tyler Shymkiw. Sara Dawn Beckett, Morgan Jensen, Grover Telford, James Buddy Rogers, and Kiersten Duncan also have confirmed they’re challenging for seats on council. Nicole Read may run for either council or mayor. At least three seats will have new councillors following the departure from politics of Judy Dueck and Cheryl Ashlie and Mike Morden’s mayoralty challenge.

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Wide-eyed Philip Alexandru, 7, competes against a classmate at the Boom Blaster – a race to burst a balloon – during independent school Meadowridge’s annual Welcome Back Fair on Thursday.

Registration will take place Thursday, September 4th at 6:30 pm Squadron Office - 23448 - 105th Ave., Maple Ridge Albion Fairgrounds

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Cool back to college cars for under $15,000 While some lucky students may have received new cars as high school graduation gifts, the odds are most will have scrimped and saved from part-time to buy that first set of wheels. Whatever the financial circumstances, young buyers will surely share the desire for a car that is economical to operate. Here are five picks available in Canada for under $15,000 – all prices quoted exclude taxes and delivery charges.

Extra dollars bring techy additions that transform it into a Wi-Fi hotspot and enable the downloading of useful in-car apps to aid navigation. An Ecotec 1.2-litre, four-cylinder engine, mated to a five-speed tranny, provides the Spark! Sips gas at 6.4/5.7 L/100kms (city/hwy).

D Toyota Yaris Hatchback: $14,255 At the time of writing, only the 2014 version is available but the new look 2015 is on its way, so look for deals B Nissan Micra: $9,998 on the outgoing car. The Micra is back after a 21-year The proven 1.5-litre engine and fiveabsence and it’s a more than welcome speed manual transmission remain return. It has a European style, boast– currently offering a fuel economy ing 60/40 split rear seats and back of 6.7/5.5 L/100kms (city/hwy) – and seat heating ducts as standard fare. pricing will likely be similar with A 1.6-litre DOHC 4-cylinder engine added features. Power windows and a Keith Morgan matched to either a 5-speed manual 6.1” display audio multimedia system transmission or a 4-speed automatwith USB audio input and Bluetooth ic transmission powers it and the capability will be standard. estimated fuel economy is 8.6/6.6 L/100km (city/ highway). E Ford Fiesta: $14,394 C Chevy Spark: $11,945 Shop around because I’ve seen discounted base The Chevy Spark is cute as a bug. Its list of standard models recently for the sedan and hatchback versafety features, which includes 10 air bags, helped sions recently. make it an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Ford is about connectivity and few extra dollars Top Safety Pick for 2014. will add desirable tech features to the info/audio

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system, which already includes a USB port. The base engine is a 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine or the new three-cylinder 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine is an option. Both are gas-miserly: 7/5 L/100kms (city/hwy) for the 1.6, 6.2/4.3 for the three-banger. F Honda Fit: $14,635 The very reliable Fit has been redesigned for 2015 and now include Bluetooth connectivity and a rear-view camera as standard equipment. It also gets a boost in power with a new 1.5-litre engine, matched to a 5-speed manual shift that pumps fuel at the rate of 7.1/6.5 L/100km (city/hwy).

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Hyundai Accent: $15,169 Mitsubishi Lancer: $14,998 Kia Rio: $15,480 Dodge Dart: $15,995 Mazda2: $14,450

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The Internet becoming more important for home buyers By Kerry Vital

For many new home buyers in the Lower Mainland, utilizing the Internet has never been more important. It’s now possible to conduct hours of research and ensure you know exactly what you’re looking for and can afford before purchasing, as well as which features of your new home will fit your lifestyle and allow the home to keep its value down the road.

“The extensive online research conducted by homebuyers is highly evident,” says Intergulf Development Group Vice President Shaadi Faris. “Buyers are coming to us with knowledge of how the purchase process works, and having their priorities firmly established.” Faris has seen this play out at Intergulf ’s Burnaby condominium project The Park Metrotown, where potential buyers have been coming into the presentation centre and

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Polygon is bringing Seaside architecture to North Delta with Lakeside, its executive townhome project in the master-planned community of Sunstone. Homeowners also benefit from membership to the Sunstone Club, below right, with over 12,000 square feet of amenities including an outdoor pool.

Living Lakeside at Sunstone By Kerry Vital

Waterfront living is possible in North Delta at Polygon’s Lakeside, an enclave of executivestyle townhomes in the master-planned community of Sunstone. “These townhomes feel like single-family homes,” says sales manager Pat Lok. “At 25 to 35 feet wide, they’re wider than a typical Vancouver lot!” With a variety of three-bedroom two-

level plans, most 2,000 square feet or larger, Lakeside is appealing to families and emptynesters alike. This is the final collection of the master-on-main homes being built at Sunstone, making it even more appealing. “These are beautiful homes, and there are less than 20 remaining,” Lok says, “with a limited number of each plan type left, it’s a great time to visit us.” Curb appeal is not in short supply at Lakeside. The homes are built using classic Seaside architecture, with pitched roofs, stone and wood detailing and window boxes. Street-fronting homes include picket fencing and stone post entry gates to complement the architecture. Buyers will be able to enjoy plenty of time outdoors on their private decks or patios, which feature gas hookups for your barbecue. In addition, each home has a private fenced yard. Every home has a double-

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REAL ESTATE IN MAPLE RIDGE & PITT MEADOWS

Growing your own garlic

By Mike Lascelle

onventional wisdom used to dictate that local growing conditions weren’t exactly ideal for raising garlic – given the wet winters, our often prolonged springs and cool summers. But local gardeners are a stubborn lot, and when it comes down to growing edibles, they don’t like to take no for an answer. Their reward for being obstinate, after a little trial and error, has been bountiful crops of locally grown Hardneck and Elephant garlic. So I thought I would provide you with a concise garlic growing primer based on local input. • Why you should grow your own garlic: although inexpensive, most store bought garlic is grown in China, where chemicals are used to whiten the skin (chlorine), reduce sprouting (growth inhibitors and irradiation) and kill pests in storage (pesticides banned in Canada). In other words, it is probably not too good for you. • When to plant garlic: the best planting time in coastal B.C. ranges from mid to late September through to early November. • What type of garlic should I plant: either a Hardneck garlic (Allium sativum var. ophioscorodon) or Elephant garlic (Allium ampeloprasum), which is not a true garlic, but a leek that produces huge bulbs up to 4-5” wide. Softnecks (Allium sativum var. sativum), like the common grocery store variety, tend to grow very poorly here. • Where should I plant my garlic: the planting site should have some winter sun, with light humus-rich soils that are neutral to slightly alkaline (add some dolomite lime if acidic). Raised beds or rows are ideal and soils can be amended with mushroom or steer manure (added a month before planting), compost or Sea Soil. Too much manure has been linked to garlic rust problems and soils enriched with excessive nitrogen produce thick luscious foliage but

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Garlic bulbils take two to three years to produce bulbs, but only plant larger cloves.

small bulbs. • Planting your garlic: only plant larger individual cloves (eat the runts) and separate the bulb right at planting time, as they will root faster. Plant Hardneck garlic cloves 6-8” apart with rows 12” wide, while Elephant garlic should be planted 8-10” apart, with rows spaced 18”. Plant the cloves so that the tips are 1-2” below the soil (pointed upwards) and do not remove the skins. Be sure to add bonemeal at planting time and rotate the crop the following year if possible. • Fertilizing garlic: Make sure the soil you are planting in is moderately fertile by amending it. You should also fertilize in spring (from late March to early May, but not afterwards), with a foliar spray of fish or kelp, as this helps top growth which in turn produces bigger bulbs.

• Removing the flower scapes: both Hardneck and Elephant garlic will produce flower scapes, these should be cut off to prevent energy from being diverted from bulb production. They are edible and make a good pesto (1/2 pound chopped scapes, 1 cup virgin olive oil, 2 cups grated Asiago cheese) or stir-fry ingredient. • Harvesting: Garlic ripens from late July to early August in coastal B.C.. Do not water for two weeks before harvesting (helps curing) and gently dig when greens are 1/2 to 2/3 yellow. Brush off excess dirt and cure for seven to 10 days by laying a single layer in an area sheltered from rain and sun, then remove the roots and cut the Hardneck stems. • Growing garlic from seed: scapes left to mature do develop bulbils, which can be planted but take 2-3 years to produce a decent bulb.

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Bonnie’s C O R N E R

Orlando JOHANNSON Sutton Group 1st West Realty welcomes Orlando to its new Maple Ridge office. Orlando invites all of his past and present clients to call, or text him anytime at 604-803-4336 for all of your Real Estate needs.

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Try a taste on cycling farm tour

very August, the Slow Food Cycle Tour draws many people from near and far to Agassiz and Chilliwack. When my husband and I participated last year, in the Agassiz tour, we had so much fun that we decided to go again this year. It’s a family friendly bike tour along 25 kilometers of mostly flat and quiet rural roads. It’s a wonderful outing for the whole family, a great way to explore the beautiful countryside, and to meet some of the farmers that grow and produce food locally in the region. There’s quite a variety of farms that participate with the tour. There are great cheeses to sample and tasty, tender, juicy organic chicken, and you can see how a dairy farm is run. It’s pretty cool to bike right through the hazelnut orchard after sampling the flavoured hazelnuts. There are so many details to take in, including heavenly coffee made with the beans that are expertly roasted in an antique flame roaster. They also have lovely antiques and collectibles, chickens, garlic, and a beautiful garden. One farm grows pea shoots. I’ve had them stir fried before, but I really enjoyed the crisp tender pea shoots in a delicious salad. It was interesting, too, to see how they’re grown. At the UBC Dairy Research Centre, there was more interesting stuff to learn. Part of the fun of these events is meeting super nice people. It gives both farmers and city folk a chance to connect and for people to learn about the importance of supporting our local food growers. With the changing climate and weather patterns world-wide, and the worsening drought issues in California and other regions that produce much of the food that we eat, we may well

have start relying much more on our own region to feed ourselves. I was amazed at the number of young kids that I saw along the way. Some were even riding bikes with training wheels. It’s so awesome to give kids these kinds of experiences. The entire distance was probably too far for some of them, but it was obvious they were having a wonderful time and their parents were definitely giving them precious memories that will last a life-time. Pedaling their own bikes gives these kids the really empowering feeling of independence that they don’t get when strapped into a car seat. Many of their parents and grandparents still had the privilege to enjoy that important part of growing up as a kid. It’s also surprising how many kids have no clue these days where the food comes from

that they get on their plates every day and these kinds of tours are a valuable learning experience that no class room will provide. Every year, hundreds of people participate with these Slow Food Cycle Tours. Cycling Last year, Jackie Chow Tourism Harrison counted around 800 people for the Agassiz tour alone. Tours like these help promote local agriculture in the region and lead to more visits by tourists, as well as foodies the rest of the year too. Last year, the Golden Ears Community Coop and HUB organized our own little Bike to Farms tour in Maple Ridge. Even though our tour was on a way smaller scale, those who came along for the ride told us it was great fun. So we will be or-

ganizing our second Bike to Farms tour on Sunday Sept. 7, and we hope to grow the event this year. Participating this year will be Red Barn Plants and Produce, Brookfield Farm and Lorea McCready, who does an amazing job of feeding her family pretty much year-round with home grown vegetables. We can’t wait to include Golden Ears Cheese Crafters, again. Hopefully next year, once the planned multi-use path has been constructed along that section of 128th Ave., so that we can drop by for a visit safely. • To take part, e-mail jchow23708@yahoo.ca. Jackie Chow is a member of the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows chapter of HUB.

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In an effort to continue raising funds for Ridge Meadows Hospital Maternity department, the RMHF will be hosting a Ball Drop Raffle that will take place at the Drive FORE Babies Charity Golf Tournament. You could win a 7 day cruise for 2 to destination of your choice: Alaska, Caribbean, Mexico, or Canada/New England.

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Highland & Scottish Country Dancing Lessons • Non competitive structure • Full Scottish outfit not required to start • Parent watching days once per month • Workshops, Parades and Concert work • Medal tests and year-end recital • Christmas and Valentine Parties • Scottish Country Dance Ball Classes of Start Week Sept 8th

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Child Care Centre althy smiles! e , h y p p a h g n Growi Preschool Enriched Daycare (30 months - 5 yrs) “Fit Kids”School Age Care (5-12 yrs) PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS • Hobby Farm Environment • Mini Train • Arts & Crafts/Cooking • Outdoor Oriented • Playground Village

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An Exceptional Educational Experience KinderHeart offers children enrolled in the daycare program Montessori teachings at no extra cost! Why? We believe in offering exceptional educational experiences as these early opportunities are one of the most influential times in a child’s development. I started KinderHeart Montessori with the goal of offering a traditional Montessori program to children residing in Pitt Meadows. It was and is extremely important to stay true to my beliefs that the child comes first and quality early education is not the exception but the “norm.” KinderHeart Montessori was born with this belief and has organically grown and matured into the program it is today. We are proud and blessed to be reaching our 10th anniversary in 2015 and having touched and nurtured many souls in this community. KinderHeart now offers 2 preschool program locations in Pitt Meadows: Edith McDermott Elementary and Osprey Village. Both programs offer traditional Montessori teachings with trained Montessori Directress’s. In September we will also be expanding our opening and closing hours to reflect the needs of working parents.

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SOCCER REGISTRATIONS PROGRAMS START NEXT WEEK Micro Programs (U4-U7) Mini Programs (U8-U10) Super 8 Programs (U11-U12) and Divisional Programs (U13-U18) Late registration spots still remaining in many age groups

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ICBC is asking regulators to approve a 5.2 per cent increase in basic auto insurance rates. The public auto insurer said the rate hike would cost the average customer an extra $40 per year if approved by the B.C. Utilities Commission. The rate hike is to take effect Nov. 1 on an interim basis while the BCUC reviews the application. A previously approved 5.2 per cent rate hike that took effect in 2013-14 means drivers will soon be paying 10.4 per cent more than they did in 2012 for basic coverage. ICBC blamed the latest increase on a continued rise in injury claims costs paid to crash victims for pain and suffering, future care and lost wages. Bodily injury claims hit $1.9 billion in 2013, up $73 million from 2012 and by more than $500 million from five years earlier. Legal and medical costs are also up. Drivers’ rapidly growing use of cellphones and other personal electronic devices behind the wheel is one of the factors ICBC cited for the rise in injury claims. Distracted driving is the second leading cause of fatal car crashes in B.C. – killing 88 people a year – and is the leading cause of rear-end crashes

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that often cause injuries, spokesman Adam Grossman said. A new campaign against distracted driving is to roll out in September. Grossman was unable to provide details justifying why basic rates should be 10.4 per cent higher than 2012, when the injury claim cost increase from 2012 to 2013 was only four per cent. The full rate hike application is to be filed Friday. Consumers Association of Canada president Bruce Cran said it continues a pattern of steeper increases in basic rates, on which ICBC has a monopoly but more restraint on optional coverage rates where it must compete. He also took aim at the provincial government’s continued raiding of ICBC coffers for general revenue. The province has budgeted to pull $200 million from ICBC this year, $155 million next year and $125 million in 2016, down from $237 million in 2013 and $576 million in 2010. Cran said he doesn’t “give a damn” about ICBC and government claims the yearly dividends to the province come only from the optional side and don’t affect basic rates. “We see it a as one corporation,” he said. “As long as they’re stealing our money by the million by transferring it into government revenues, no matter which division they claim it from, we are being gouged as a public.” Cran called it a stealth tax on people who drive vehicles that is “absolutely disgraceful.”

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THE NEWS/sports Burrards run out of luck Victoria wins 9-4 to take WLA title sports@mapleridgenews.com

The Maple Ridge Burrards got three more goals from Ben McIntosh in Victoria on Wednesday, but fell 9-4 to the Shamrocks in the fifth and deciding game of the WLA championship. The Burrards were shutout in the first period, then got two goals from McIntosh and another from Jarrett Davis in the second, but were outscored 4-1 in the third as Victoria advanced to the Mann Cup – the national senior men’s lacrosse championship. The Shamrocks went 4-8 on the power play in Game 5, while the Burrards were 0-4. McIntosh scored half of the Burrards’ goals in the series against Victoria, including nine of the team’s last 11. He had 14 goals in the five games, and led the WLA with 27 playoff goals total. Frankie Scigliano stopped 40 shots in Game 5 and a standout throughout the playoffs for the Burrards, who had advanced to the WLA final for the first time in 23 years.

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ockey stars don’t always end up in the NHL.

Sometimes they change their focus entirely and transfer their athletic skills to another sport, in which they can dominate standings in top-ranked competitions. Ryan Hunt from Pitt Meadows fell into that category when he abandoned minor hockey, due to an injury, for golf. Shooting pucks transfered well into driving golf balls. “That’s why I generated a lot of power in my golf swing,” maintains Hunt. From the ages five to 15, Hunt was an avid hockey player, working his way through the minor divisions to bantam A1, playing right wing for the Ridge Meadows Rustlers. Four years later, he’s a scratch golfer and Canadian junior golf team athlete, having The 19-year-old Meadow Gardens Golf Club member now prefers golf to hockey because he is more in control of the end result. “It’s all up to you whether you do well or not.” Hunt continues to do well on the summer golf tournament circuit. Recently, he competed in the Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour (MJT) Ford Series and took home the title for junior boys’ longest drive, with a 320-yard shot, approximately 20

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Earlier this month, Ryan Hunt helped Canada win its first junior golf team titles since 2007. yards longer than his average. And in the MJT event in June, Hunt placed fourth in the junior boys’ division, shooting 76-77-153. And at the beginning of this month, he travelled, for the first time, with the Canadian team to Arizona, U.S. and St. Andrews, Scotland and helped bring home both the North American and Euro Junior Golf cups. They were Canada’s first team titles since 2007, when it won both trophies, as well.

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Hunt played a big part in the successful match-play events against the teams from Scotland and the U.S., as Canada went 4-1-1. Hunt competed in the Nike Golf Junior Championship this week, and sat second on the Order of Merit on the Canadian Junior Golf Association for boys aged 15-19. The 10th annual Nike event ended Thursday at Carlisle Golf and Country Club in Richmond Hill, Ont. It brought together select junior golfers from across the

country. Hunt was tied for third after the third round, at plus-two, carding scores of 75, 77 and 74 – four strokes back of leader Andrew Russ of Oakville, Ont. Hunt is hopeful his recent success and ranking will catch the eye of NCAA golf team recruiters, as he would like to apply for post-secondary scholarships this fall. “We’ll see what happens. I am hopeful to end up some place warm.”

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Benefits and drawbacks of cycling

ycling is a great fitness option and becoming more popular all the time, partly because it’s fun, partly because it’s an activity most of us have mastered at a fairly young age, its green and it is also relatively cheap. There are, of course, bikes that can cost as much as a good used car, but you can find inexpensive, reliable bikes around and the maintenance costs are minimal unless you are competing. Having said that, there are some hazards with cycling, the most obvious and potentially devastating are encounters with motor vehicles. But even though one might expect lower body injuries to be the most prevalent in an activity driven by the legs, the upper body is the most frequently injured. Of these injuries, one condition called ‘cyclists hand’ or ‘handlebar palsy’ can be very debilitating and painful. This syndrome is much less common than carpal tunnel syndrome, but both conditions can occur at the same time. The symptoms caused by these two conditions affect the hand in different locations. Of the three main nerves (radial, median and ulnar) that leave the neck and supply your arm, it is the ulnar nerve that is affected. This nerve travels from your neck down

the inside of your upper If the handlebar is too arm wraps around the low or too far forward, elbow and through the it can cause more body cubital tunnel, which is weight to be transferred the area you bump to onto the wrists, causing cause the ‘funny bone’ too much pressure on tingling in your hand. the nerve. It would be It then runs down a good idea to have the the pinky finger side of bike professionally set up the forearm, and finally for you. between two wrist bones Another cause is just Kinected called the hamate and poor grip technique, pisiform bones (Guyon’s Kerry Senchyna resting your body-weight canal) and into the hand. on the nerve instead of The pressure of the handlebar on gripping the bar properly with these bones at the heel of the hand the handle in the middle of the traps the ulnar nerve, putting preshand. You may need to look into sure on and irritating it. purchasing padded riding gloves, Symptoms can include numbpadding the handlebars or even ness, tingling, and pain in the ring a splint may be recommended by and pinky fingers and down that your doctor or therapist. side of the hand, as well as varying If you are experiencing symplevels of weakness in the muscles. toms, it is probably a good idea The condition has been seen in to cease cycling until symptoms road cyclists for years, but with resolve and try something else for the popularity of off-road cycling a while. Nerve compression at the more recently, the frequency has neck or at the elbow can also be a increased. cause for numbness and tingling Vibration of the handlebar durin the hand as can other health ing mountain biking is a likely conditions, so you may need to be contributor to this condition. checked for these sources as well. You can also get this from other In the end, if you are experiencactivities requiring large grip forces ing symptoms, don’t ignore them or tool use like jack-hammering. or try to train through it – get it There are a few things you can do checked out. to avoid this condition. One of the prime causes is imKerry Senchyna holds a bachelor proper handlebar positioning. of science degree in kinesiology.

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OLIVE (NEE MATHERS) Olive Moody, nee Mathers, the last surviving child of Straiton pioneers, Dave and Jessie Mathers passed away peacefully July 17 at the age of 92 after a short stay in Maple Ridge General Hospital. She was predeceased by her husband, Maurice Moody, her parents, and siblings Grace (Cliff MacKenzie), Charlie, Art (Eda), Bob, Don (Betty) and Jessie (Herm Keys). She leaves behind three sons, Donald (Donna) of Nanaimo and their family: Jason (Leslie) of Olds Alberta; Ryan (Erin) of Nanaimo, and Sigurlin (Glenn) of Nanoose; Douglas (Bonnie) of Walnut Grove and their family: Alanna, Ken and Paul; and Alan (Louise) of Maple Ridge and their family: Shawn, David (Lisa) and Sarah (Jody) all of the Fraser Valley; nine grandchildren; nine great grandchildren and a large extended family. Olive was the middle girl in the family, born at home at “The Upper Store” in Kilgard/Straiton on September 19, 1921. The store was strategically placed close to Barrowtown where Sumas Lake was being reclaimed and the busy centre where the Sumas First Nation shared their land with the clay company and it’s company village. The family moved higher up the mountain to a larger property after the lake was drained. Olive grew up on the family farm (now Mathers Way), attending school at Straiton Elementary and Phillip Sheffield High School. All the Mathers were involved in the war effort – on the front lines, in essential industry or defending the home front. After WWII broke out, Olive worked first as an au pair for the family of an army colonel in Chemainus and later moved to New Westminster and worked on Annacis Island in a PBY coastal patrol plane repair factory. She worked as an expediter at the plant. It was here that Olive met many of her lifetime friends. Olive married Maurice Moody of Port Kells in 1947 and they lived in Maple Ridge for over fifty years. Maurice had served in the 13th Field Regiment, Royal Canadian Artillery and landed on Juno Beach on D Day. After the war he was actively involved in the Royal Canadian Legion. Olive proudly served as a Ladies Auxiliary member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Maple Ridge Branch for many years. She was also a volunteer for Maple Ridge Hospital store and as a wolf cub master (Akela) for many years. In 1958 she was instrumental in forming the1st Maple Ridge Cub Pack at Saint John The Divine Anglican Church. She went on to receive her Gilwell training certificate and was a member of the 31st Baden-Powell Guild in Maple Ridge. In the early years her main focus was being a stay at home wife and mother, raising three boys. The family was very close. Many weekends were spent visiting “up the hill” (Sumas Mountain) where invariably, card games would be played. She loved playing crib. Her mother had a tablecloth embroidered with all the sibling’s and spouse’s names so beginning the card game could be expedited. Everyone knew their seat! She loved family fishing trips to Loon Lake and camping. Olive and Maurice also made trips to the prairies visiting family and friends and one Alaska trip with Art and Eda Mathers. She enjoyed travelling. She and Maurice visited family in Europe on two trips overseas and with son, Don, visited the Netherlands and Belgium for the 60th anniversary of D-Day ceremonies. Her sense of humour was an enduring quality - always laughing, joking and smiling right up to the end. There was a sparkle of love in her eyes whenever family visited and on special days with her sons, their wives, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Many of her later years were spent at Willow Manor in Maple Ridge where she was known as the Wii bowling champion! Her support for family and friends touched hearts and brightened lives. There will be a memorial tea at Straiton Community Hall, 4698 Sumas Mountain Road in Abbotsford, on Friday, September 5th from 1 – 3pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Maple Ridge Hospital Foundation.

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19545 Hammond Rd.

14 years of accumulation!! Lots of tools for the guys, lots of items for the gals. All offers considered.

Furniture, household, garden & children’s items, bikes, sporting equip, collectibles, electronics, etc Also a: 1979 Camaro Berlinetta

Covered Garage Sale Sat Aug 30th 8am-3pm.

Academy Park

12680 Ansell Street Glassware, collectible LP records books, fitness equip, paintings, collectible dolls and lots more.

brought to you by:

GARAGE SALES

(off 238B St)

MAPLE RIDGE

Free Turf

Special Spring prices Sawdust also available

604-465-5193

Ed’s ROTOTILLING & LANDSCAPING

~ Free Estimates ~

CEDAR HOGFUEL

Augustine Soil & Mulch Ltd. Pitt Meadows, BC

LANDSCAPING

604-941-2263 / 604-725-7246

EQUESTRIAN

PRESSURE WASHING

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

Answer Key from page 10

The candidate for “Head Filer” should be familiar with and be able to accomplish the following:

454

FLUID SOLUTIONS. Gas, plumbing, heating, reno’s, repairs. 20 years exp., reliable & courteous. Lic’d. Bonded. Jack 778-835-4416

HOME REPAIRS

*Rototilling *Levelling *Gardens *Loader Work *Brush Cutter *Plowing

HEAD FILER - Salaried Position

PETS

BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

~ FULLY INSURED ~

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

Will 604-764-1036

Professional Installation

Call Tim 604-612-5388

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Free Estimates * Fully Insured

ABBA MOVERS & DEL Res/comm 1-5 ton truck, 2 men fr $45. Seniors Discount. Honest, bsmt clean up. 25yrs Exp. 24hrs/7days 604-506-7576

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778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certified Arborist

PITT MEADOWS PAVING A Complete Asphalt Service

604-537-4140

M.T. GUTTERS 5” Gutter, Down Pipe, Sofﬁt *CLEANING *REPAIRS 28 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Your Tree Service For Honest Prices & Quality Work

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

RENOVATIONS & REPAIRS 283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

356

MIRACLE MOVING

$45/Hr

Janitorial, Ofﬁce Cleaning Int. Ext. Windows, Pressure Washing, Gutter Cleaning Free Estimates

All types of Roofing Repairs Free Estimates

MOVING TO CALGARY? Edmonton, R.Deer, Lethbridge Empty Moving Van Going Sept 7/8. FITZPATRICK MOVING. Call John Fitzpatrick 604-779-6404

From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

meadowslandscapesupply.com

Intex Janitorial & Maintenance Services

PAVING/SEAL COATING

MOVING & STORAGE

www.affordablemoversbc.com

(604)465-1311

332

604-467-6065

320

AFFORDABLE MOVING

✶ Bark Mulch ✶ Lawn & Garden Soil ✶ Drain Gravel ✶ Lava Rock ✶ River Rock ✶Pea Gravel

Tar & Gravel DAsphalt D Interlocking shingles DTorch-on Membrane D Laminated shingles

Scott 604-891-9967

604-465-1311

~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

7 Days / Week

EAGLE ROOFING

www.paylesspropainting.com

Meadows Landscape Supply

604 - 720 - 2009

Prompt Delivery Available

Serving Tri City 34 Yrs. Call 24 Hrs/7 Days

✶Dump Site Now Open✶ SBroken Concrete RocksS $24.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $24.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds

10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofing & Siding. WCB Re-roofing, New Roof Gutters & Replace Fascia 604-812-9721

D Free estimates D Insured Licensed D References Residential D Pressure Washing

MISC SERVICES

Since 1985 604-808-0212

(604)465-1302 / 604-786-3466

Pay-Less Pro Painting Summer EXT/INT SPECIAL LOOK for our YARD SIGNS

604-465-3189

Strata, Commercial & Residential Pavers, Walls, Full Garden Make-Overs, New Lawns & top dressing & Drainage. mygardenerlandscaping.ca

All types of Rooﬁng Free Estimate Written Guarantee WCB Coverage Over 40 Years Experience

MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

PICK-UP ...... or .... DELIVERY

CLEANING SERVICES

Residential & Commercial

TREE SERVICES

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

D Garden Blend Soil D Lawn Blend Soil D Custom Blends avail. D Composted Mushroom Manure

17607 Ford Road Pitt Meadows

Bookkeeping & Accounting Payroll, Year-end, Financial Statements, Income Taxes E-FILE Service Ph: 604-465-2123 Cellular: 604-788-0161

BEST CLEANERS

374

PAINT SPECIAL

Residential & Commercial

604.463.0718 ~ 604.460.6656

AROUND GUARANTEED!

SUNDECKS

.A East West Roofing & Siding Co. Repairs, new roofs, torching, gutter services. 10% off. 604-783-6437

ELECTRICAL

.Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).

MAIDS R’ US

372

Running this ad for 10yrs

260

ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

mariescustomized cleaning@gmail.com 604-467-1118

SCREENED TOPSOIL MUSHROOM MANURE BARK MULCH 604-467-3003

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

LANDSCAPING DESIGN / INSTALLATION and MAINTENANCE Over 25 yrs experience.

236

TOPSOIL

• • •

www.jonesbroscartageltd.com

When QUALITY Matters

203

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

ABOVE THE REST “ Interior & Exterior Unbeatable Prices & Professional Crew. • Free Est. • Written Guarantee • No Hassle • Quick Work • Insured • WCB

all soils are tested for Optimum growing requirements.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

PRESSURE WASHING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

604.465.2944

CASCADE DRYWALL. Res / Comm Drywall, taping, text. ceilings, t-bar. steel stud. Call Rob 604-218-2396 or 604-820-9601

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

“

Den’s GarDENing Services

Leo: 604-657-2375 / 604-462-8620

257

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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FEED & HAY

FEEDER HAY $180 per ton in 3 x 4 square bales. Delivery avail. Sawdust & Shavings. 1- (250)838-6630

HAY FOR SALE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 526

No Sunday calls or sales

477

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 GOLDEN RETRIEVER (with eye & hip cert.) and silver pug available for stud service for pick puppy back (ethical people only need respond) 604-820-4827

ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)

UNDER $400

706

548

Your Choice for Property Management (Since 1990)

Professional Property Management Services

FURNITURE

P.Meadows - Solaris Towers Concrete Hi-rise. 1 Bdrm +den 3rd floor. 650 sq/ft. Oct 1. $1100.

#1 Cash Buyer ~ Since 1987 ~

Call 604-464-7548

$$CASH $$ for your furniture, tools, electronics, antiques, appliances, computers & collectibles.

Visit our website for other rentals: www.proďŹ le-properties.com

Derek Manor 2048 Manning Ave.

ANYTHING OF VALUE

Single Items to Entire Households

Port Coq ~ 604-941-5452 or 604-944-7889 FREE PREMIUM CABLE $80 Value

604-463-4449 604-209-6583

560

APARTMENT/CONDO

563

MISC. WANTED

Heat SH/W S Prkg S Avail. Now 1 Bedroom ~ $795/mo.

No pets ~ Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d.

GARIBALDI Court (604) 463-9522 Central Maple Ridge 2 Bdrm units available. Great location for seniors! Clean, quiet & affordable! Incls heat, h/w, cable. Senior Move-In Allowance. Refs & Credit check req.

FOR SALE BY OWNER

3 Storey, 3 bdrms, 1.5 baths, livrm, dinrm, kitchen. Located in great neighbourhood near Mill Lake Park, hospital & all level schools. Fully renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, new paint, doors, windows, countertops, hotwater tank. Laundry room and another potential bdrm in bsmnt. BY OWNER. $235K.

For more info: google us. CRIME FREE BUILDING

Large 2 bdrm apt.

Open House: Sat, Aug 30, 12-5pm #108 - 32923 Brundige Ave

Bright 2 br located in a Central Coq Co-op. $810/mo. No subsidy. Seniors only building. Close to transit, schools, and shopping.

778-241-6836 or 604-807-3579

HOMES WANTED

Sandy 604 945 5864 sandy@terramanagement.ca

MAPLE INN 11695 -224th St

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

Maple Ridge 1 bdrm $550m ~ 2 bdrm $625m Inc. hot water CertiďŹ ed Crime Free Building Mature adult oriented. Close to uptown 604-463-4131 for appt. (9am-5pm)

Specializing in reasonably priced SMALL BREED puppies. 604300-1450. trugoalpuppies.com

MAPLE RIDGE Ctrl lrg 2 bdrm 2 baths, quiet, $1100 incl 5 appls, gas f/p. n/s, n/p. Sept 1. 604-465-8268 NEW 14 Wide in 55+ Mission Park $86,988 w/$550 pad rent. Pet OK. Chuck 604-830-1960

$790/mo & $890/mo

YORKIE/POM X, adorable 2.15 lbs, 14 wk, fem. 1st & 2nd vac, deworm, vet checked. Partly trained. $850. 604-463-3635 or 604-440-3634.

Queen Anne Apts. * Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet Includes: Heat, Hot Water

and Hydro Near Shopping & Amenities. SENIORâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S DISCOUNT

604-463-2236 604-463-7450 12186-224 St, Maple Ridge CertiďŹ ed Crime Free Buildings

NEWER APARTMENTS

22334 - 117th Ave Phone 604-463-5660

AVAILABLE NOW 1 & 2 BDRM SUITES Heat, hot water & parking. Close to stores & schools.

SENIORS DISCOUNT 1/2 month Rent Free Ask manager for details.

MAPLE COURT I 22437 121st Ave 604-467-0715 & st

22423 121 Ave 604-467-4894 Maple Ridge

Glenwood Manor Apartments 1 & 2 Bdrms from $655 & $880 & renovated suite with dishwasher $45. extra. Clean, Spacious Includes heat, hot water & parking Seniors discount 21387 Dewdney Trunk Rd

(604)466-5799 Maple Ridge Swan Court Apartments Large 1 & 2 Bedrooms. Hardwood floors, adult oriented, heat, h/w & cable inclâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d, f/p, Approved pets only. Criminal Record check may be req. Resident Manager Onsite Now with SENIORS DISCOUNT

604.466.8404 (Erik)

Polo Club Apartments

706

741

Maple Ridge 207/Dewdney 2 bdrm condo $990/mo Gas f/p, 5 appls 604-418-6123, 467-4450

OFFICE/RETAIL

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT

SUNRISE 22292 122nd Avenue (604)349-5982 SORRENTO 22260 122nd Avenue (604)319-9341

838

752

TOWNHOUSES

PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1108/mo - $1211/mo. Shares reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Close to WCE, schools & shopping. No subsidy available. 19225 119th Ave. For more info & to book an appt. call 604-465-1938

2003 Damon 28â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Class A motorhome, only 43,000 kms, excellent condition, $24,500. Call 604-853-5447.

845

TRANSPORTATION 806

ANTIQUES/CLASSICS FULLY RESTORED

750 miles on rebuilt engine.

Collectors Plates. First Place in Shows! No rust. Never out in rain. $10,500.

METAL EXCHANGE WE BUY SCRAP METAL

W 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites W 3 Appliances W Secured Garage Parking W Adult Oriented W Refâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d & Absolutely No Pets

OFFICE/RETAIL

Unbelievable Rates, Starting at $495/month. Various sizes 320sf. - 2000sf. Various downtown locations. Updated and well maintained.

Rick Medhurst Royal LePage Realty

604-463-3000

746

ROOMS FOR RENT TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES! 2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

$75 OFF 1ST MONTH

Rooms from $445/mo. Fully Furn, weekly maid service, cable TV, private bath, on bus route, 5/min walk to commuter rail.

Haney Motor Hotel 22222 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge Inquire in person between 9am - 3pm or

Contact Jim at 604-476-2720

Auto Loans Guaranteed or We Pay You! 1-888-375-8451 or apply at: www. greatcanadianautocredit.com

The Scrapper

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION

#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

Central Maple Ridge house or apartment to sh all utils incl. Nr ament & WCE $500. 778-689-8424

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

Call 604-467-3944

749

STORAGE

Pitt Meadows Marina 14179 Reichenback Rd

Public Access Launch Ramp Outdoor Storage for Boats, RVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Cars, Trucks & Trailers Year or semi-annual Rental Moorage

Parking + Onsite Manager

604.465.7713 750

SUITES, LOWER

747B SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING

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AND SAVE!

Private Licensed Care Community Specializing In Assisted Living, Complex Care & Dementia Care

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One year minimum lease subject to credit and criminal check.

23359 Fisherman Rd, Albion Mon-Sat 8am-4pm www.fvme.com

Maple Ridge OfďŹ ce & Retail Space

604-464-3550

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All offices on second floor, downtown Maple Ridge location, new and clean with one shared washroom on the floor.

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OFFICE/RETAIL

2 BDRM bsmt suite for rent $900 per month incl utilities, w/d. No pets Non smoker, No drugs. Great Family oriented neighborhood close to amenities. Mature person(s) only. References required. Call 604-7646821

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WE BUY CARS

Maple Ridge 3 bdrm 2 bath 1800sf 2 lvl + part bsmt, lam. flrs throughout, fncd S.facing bckyd $1795 ns/np. Avail now. Call Bev @ Century 21 Prudential 604-889-2470

2 bdrm suite ~ $925 S Includes heat/hot water S 1.5 blocks to various bus stops S 2 blocks to Safeway/medical S City park across street S Gated parking and Elevator S Adult oriented building S References required CALL FOR APPOINTMENT

741

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Clean, Quiet Well Managed Bldg. 3 Blocks to W.C. Express

PORT COQUITLAM

APARTMENT/CONDO

AUTO FINANCING

HOMES FOR RENT

3.5 ACRE, RENOVATED 2500sq.ft. house, $1800/mo. 604-649-8987 or sfong52@gmail.com

741

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

1972 MG MIDGET

810 736

RECREATIONAL/SALE

19071 Ford Rd. Pitt Meadows

1 bdrm suite ~ $775

RENTALS

3 PCE bdrm suite w/standing mirror, as new. $150 OBO. (604)4656195.

Incl heat, hot water & parking. Close to stores and Schools.

SUITES, LOWER

MAPLE RIDGE, 24917 108B Ave. Large 2 bdrm ste + den, lrg kitchen, laundry & sep backyard. N/S, N/P. $1150/mo utils, cable/net incl. Avail Oct 1st. Call: 604-306-6746.

MAPLE COURT II

604.465.7221 New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $94,888. *New SRI 14â&#x20AC;&#x2122; wide $69,988. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

UNDER $200

1 Bdrm apts $750 2 Bdrm apts $800

750

TRANSPORTATION

MAPLE RIDGE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

524

AVAILABLE NOW Maple Ridge

Great Location

MAPLE RIDGE â&#x2014;&#x2020; 1 & 2 Bdrm starting at $750 â&#x2014;&#x2020; Six Appliances â&#x2014;&#x2020; Secured Underground Prkg. â&#x2014;&#x2020; Cls. to West Coast Express â&#x2014;&#x2020; Adult Oriented

VIZSLA PUPS, PB, shots, vetâ&#x153;&#x201C; champion lines, $1200. 604-8192115. vizsla@telus.net

32â&#x20AC;? TOSHIBA TV & STAND, older model, works great! Pick up only. FREE. Call 604-465-6195.

SENIORS DISCOUNT 1/2 month Rent Free Ask manager for details.

1 & 2 Bdrms available

Sorry No Pets

WE BUY HOMES BC

UNDER $100

APARTMENT/CONDO

RENTALS

Call 604-836-1280. Impeccably Clean! Good Apartment Sizes

â&#x20AC;˘ All Prices â&#x20AC;˘ All Situations â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ All Conditions â&#x20AC;˘ www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

523

706

MAPLE RIDGE

MISC. FOR SALE

FARM EQUIP wanted. Farm tractors, back hoe & equip. Any condition. Call collect 1604-794-7139 or 604-795-0412

627

RENTALS

PORT COQUITLAM, 1500 - 3000 sq ft. Ground floor commercial area. Facing onto city park. 1 blk from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.

CENTRAL ABBOTSFORD TOWNHOUSE

SHIH TZU x JACK RUSSELL Puppies. Very Cute! $500/each. Call 604-588-0633

706

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

625

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

RENTALS

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

REAL ESTATE

1 Purebred blue female. Ready to go. 1st shots & tails / dew claws done. 18 sold. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN Pet homes. $500. 604-308-5665

APARTMENT/CONDO

SOLID PINE Sleigh bed, w/new boxspring & 4 drawer dresser, like new. $350. obo (604)465-6195.

Alpha Grass Mix, Alpha/ Timothy. Horse & Dairy Hay

For any of your HAY NEEDS call J&E Hay Sales (604)819-6317

RENTALS

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24 Hour Nursing Care Beautifully Renovated Community Housekeeping & Laundry Included 3 Delicious Meals a Day

SUMMER MOVE-IN PROMOTION! CALL NOW! LIMITED TIME OFFER!

604.850.5416 | bevanvillage.ca

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CLEAROUT PRICING ENDS SEPTEMBER 2ND

7,500

GET UP TO

IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTSΩ

AMOUNT AVAILABLE ON THE 2014 SONATA HEV LIMITED W/TECH

2014

OUTSTANDING VALUE!

ACCENT 4DR L

ALL-IN PRICING

WAS

$ GLS Model shown*

2014

15,180 10,959 $

2014 Accent “Highest Ranked Small Car in Initial Quality in the U.S.∆”

INCLUDES

4,185

‡ $

IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTSΩ

WELL EQUIPPED:

1.6L GASOLINE DIRECT INJECTION ENGINE • POWER DOOR LOCKS • VEHICLE STABILITY MANAGEMENT Limited Model shown*

ACCENT L 6 SPEED MANUAL, $4,185 IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTS , FEES, DELIVERY & DESTINATION INCLUDED. PLUS GST. Ω

ELANTRA GT 5DR L

WAS

2014

WELL EQUIPPED:

ALL-IN PRICING

20,180 14,995

INCLUDES

5,185

‡ $

IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTSΩ

TUCSON GL FWD

AIR CONDITIONING • AM/FM/ SIRIUSXM™/ CD/MP3 6 SPEAKER AUDIO SYSTEM W/AUX/USB JACKS • ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL • STABILITY MANAGEMENT

VELOSTER MANUAL $

Tech Model shown* 2014

ALL-IN PRICING

WAS

21,680 17,995 $

INCLUDES

3,685

‡ $

IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTSΩ

2014

BLUETOOTH HANDS-FREE PHONE SYSTEM • ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL • HEATED FRONT SEATS • REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY WITH ALARM

Limited model shown*

WAS

INCLUDES

3,735

‡ $

IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTSΩ

HEATED FRONT SEATS • AM/FM/SIRIUSXM™/ CD/MP3 6 SPEAKER AUDIO SYSTEM W/ AUX/ USB JACKS • BLUETOOTH® HANDS-FREE PHONE SYSTEM • STABILITY MANAGEMENT

WELL EQUIPPED:

ALL-IN PRICING

WAS

36,080 28,580 $

INCLUDES

7,500

‡ $

IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTSΩ

SONATA HYBRID LIMITED W/TECH. $7,500 IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTS FEES, DELIVERY & DESTINATION INCLUDED. PLUS GST. Ω

119 1.9

BI-WEEKLY

WELL EQUIPPED:

ALL-IN PRICING

28,730 24,995

LEASE THE SONATA GL FOR

IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTSΩ

SONATA HEV LIMITED W/TECH

VELOSTER MANUAL $3,685 IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTS FEES, DELIVERY & DESTINATION INCLUDED. PLUS GST.

WHEN EQUIPPED WITH FORWARD COLLISION 2014 Accent “Highest Ranked Small Car in Initial Quality in the U.S.∆” WARNING. For more information visit www.llhs.org

3,400

SANTA FE 2.4L FWD. $3,735 IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTSΩ FEES, DELIVERY & DESTINATION INCLUDED. PLUS GST.

SONATA GL

INCLUDES

SANTA FE SPORT 2.4L FWD $

WELL EQUIPPED: ®

23,395 19,995

‡

TUCSON 2.0L GL FWD MANUAL $3,400 IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTSΩ FEES, DELIVERY & DESTINATION INCLUDED. PLUS GST.

ELANTRA GT L 6-SPEED MANUAL $5,185 IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTSΩ FEES, DELIVERY & DESTINATION INCLUDED. PLUS GST.

2014

ALL-IN PRICING

WAS

WELL EQUIPPED: BLUETOOTH® HANDS-FREE PHONE SYSTEM • ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL • HEATED FRONT SEATS • REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY WITH ALARM

WITH $2,750 DOWN

HEATED FRONT SEATS • ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL • TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM • AM/ FMSIRIUS™/CD/MP3 5 SPEAKER AUDIO SYSTEM W/ AUX/USB JACKS • STABILITY MANAGEMENT

WELL EQUIPPED: HEATED FRONT SEATS • ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL • TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM • AM/FMSIRIUSXM™/CD/MP3 5 SPEAKER AUDIO SYSTEM W/AUX/USB JACKS • STABILITY MANAGEMENT

DEALER #40087

Prices do not include administration fee of $599.

CALL US TODAY AT 604-467-3401 23213 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge mapleridgehyundai.com

Lougheed Hwy.

Tamarack Lane

MAPLE RIDGE

Haney By-Pass

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Kanaka Way

®The Hyundai names, logos, product names, feature names, images and slogans are trademarks owned by Hyundai Auto Canada Corp.‡Cash price of $10,995/$14,995/$17,995/$19,995/$24,995/$28,580 available of all remaining new in stock 2014 Accent L 6-speed Manual/2014 Elantra GT L 6-speed Manual/2014 Veloster Manual(2014 Tucson 2.0L GL FWD Manual/ 2014 Santa Fe Sport 2.4L FWD/2014 Sonata HEV w/Tech models. Prices include Delivery and Destination charges of $1,595/$1,595/$1,695/$1,760/$1,795/$1695, fees, levies and all applicable charges (excluding GST). Prices exclude registration, insurance, PPSA, license fees and dealer admin. fees up to $499. Fees may vary by dealer. Delivery and Destination charges include freight, P.D.E. and a full tank of gas. Leasing offer available O.A.C. from Hyundai Financial Services based on a new 2015 Sonata GL with an annual lease rate of 1.9%. Bi-weekly lease payment of $119 for a 36-month walk-away lease. Down payment of $2,750 and first monthly payment required. Total lease obligation $12,032. Lease offer includes Delivery and Destination of $1,695, levies, and all applicable charges (excluding HST). Lease offer excludes registration, insurance, PPSA, license feeds and dealer admin. fees up to $499. Fees may vary by dealer. $0 security deposit on all models. 20,000 km allowance per year applies. Additional charge of $0.21/km on all models except Genesis Sedan and Equus where additional charge is $0.25/km. Delivery and Destination charge includes freight, P.D.E. and a full tank of gas. ΩPrice adjustments are calculated against the vehicle’s starting price. Price adjustments of up to $4,195/$5,195/$3,695/$3,400/$3,735/$7,500 available on all in stock 2014 Accent L 6-speed Manual/Elantra GT L 6-speed Manual/2014 Veloster Manual/Tucson 2.0L GL FWD Manual/2014 Santa Fe Sport 2.4L FWD/2014 Sonata HEV Limited with Technology. Price adjustments applied before taxes. Offer cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other available offers. Offer is non-transferable and cannot be assigned. No vehicle trade-in required. •Prices of models shown: 2014 Accent 4 Door GLS/2014 Elantra GT SE w/Tech/2014 Veloster w/Tech/2014 Tucson 2.4L Limited AWD/2014 Santa Fe 1.02L FWD/2014 Sonata Hybrid Limited with Technology/2015 Sonata Limited are $20,530/$29,530/$25,630/$35,495/$41,030/$32,290/$34,830. Prices include Delivery and Destination charges of $1,595/$ 1,595/$1,895/$1,760/$1,795/$1,695, levies and all applicable charges (excluding GST). Prices exclude registration, insurance, PPSA, license fees and dealer admin. fees up to $499. Fees may vary by dealer. ∆The Hyundai Accent received the lowest number of problem per 100 vehicles among small cars in the proprietary J.D. Power 2014 Initial Quality StudyTM (IOS). Study based on responses from 96,118 new-vehicle owners, measuring 239 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Propriety study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2014. Your experience may vary. Visit jdpower.com †‡*ΩOffers available for a limited time and subject to change or cancellation without notice. Dealer may sell for less. Inventory is limited, dealer order may be required. Visit wwww.hyundaicanada.com or see dealer for complete details. The SiriusXMTM name is a registered trademark of SiriusXMSatellite Radio Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. ††Hyundai’s Comprehensive Limited Warranty coverage covers most vehicle components against defects in workmanship under normal use and maintenance conditions.

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