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It’s the Great Pumpkin! Scott Carley of south Langley proudly shows off his winning behemoth pumpkin at the Great Pumpkin Weigh-off at Aldor Acres on Saturday, Oct. 11. Carley grew the 1,177 pound monster, which beat out last year’s winner Dave Chan, who was runner-up this year with his 1,040 pounder.
Problems with a pump station in Maple Ridge could cause trouble for a $33.5 million Langley project to bring Metro Vancouver water to Aldergrove and Gloucester. It could also mean there will be water restrictions in the Aldergrove area again next summer. Township engineering and community development manager Ramin Seifi has sent a letter to the director of engineering and construction water services at Metro Vancouver, Goran Oljaca, expressing concern that delays to the Barnston Maple Ridge Pump Station at 200 Street and Lougheed Highway “will have a direct impact on the Township’s East Langley Water Supply (ELWS) project and will adversely affect our ability to provide timely supply of water to area residents.” In his Oct. 3 letter, Seifi referred to a July meeting of Metro representatives with “impacted municipalities” including both Langleys and Maple Ridge, where the municipalities were informed the pump won’t be completed until the fall of 2015. That means the pump will not be running during the summer months of 2015 when demand for water will peak and the new East Langley water service is supposed to be operating. In the letter Seifi said
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55 seeking office in Langley City and Township Aldergrove Star
Rick Green is running again for mayor of Langley Township. The former mayor filed his papers at the last minute on Friday afternoon. A total of 55 candidates are vying for attention from Township and Langley City voters over the next month. The 55 will be jockeying for position and for public attention until election day, Nov. 15. They are seeking seats on Langley Township council, Langley City council and Langley Board of Education. For the first time, they will sit for four-year terms, with the next election not until November, 2018. There are three nominated candidates for mayor in Langley Township and 22 candidates for the eight council seats. There are 12 candidates for the five board of education seats.
One incumbent, Councillor David Davis, a dairy farmer, was down at Langley Township hall in his gumboots as the nomination deadline approached, and filed his papers just as the deadline loomed. Running for mayor in Langley Township are incumbent Jack Froese, Green, whom Froese beat in 2011, and Serena Oh. For council (eight to be elected), candidates are: incumbents Davis, Bev Dornan, Steve Ferguson, Charlie Fox, Bob Long, Kim Richter, Michelle Sparrow and Grant Ward. Their challengers are Petrina Arnason, Karl Buchanan, Solon Bucholtz, Zosia Ettenberg, Mel Kositsky, Clint Lee, Patricia Lessard, Jackie Mandzak, Kevin Mitchell, Scott Nichols, Angie Quaale, Kerri Ross, Dave Stark and Blair Whitmarsh. For Langley Board of Education
(five to be elected in the Township), candidates are: incumbent trustees Megan Dykeman, Alison McVeigh and Rod Ross. Challengers are Lorraine Baldwin, Lawrence Chen, Pamala-Rose Combs, Trudy Handel, Kristine Ketter, Lisa Moore, Suzanne Perreault, David Tod and Rosemary Wallace (a current Langley City councillor). In Langley City, there are three candidates nominated for mayor, 12 for the six council seats and three candidates for the two trustee positions on Langley Board of Education. For mayor, the current acting mayor Ted Schaffer is being challenged by Randy Caine and Ray Lewis. For council, there are six to be elected. Incumbents Jack Arnold, Dave Hall and Gayle Martin are facing challenges from Ron Abgrall,
Paul Albrecht, Christine MacIntosh, Miriam Marshall, Sharon Newbery, Nathan Pachal, Carla Robin, Rudy Storteboom and Val van den Broek. For Langley Board of Education, two trustees are elected in the City. Incumbent trustees Candy Ashdown and Robert McFarlane are running again, and are joined in the race by newcomer Shelley Coburn. There are two vacancies on Langley Board of Education. Township trustees Wendy Johnson and Cecelia Reekie are not running again. There are three vacancies on Langley City council. Councillor Teri James is not running again. Wallace is running for the board of education in the Township, and Schaffer, who has been acting mayor since July, 2013, is running for mayor. Former mayor Peter Fassbender resigned in January to avoid a byelec-
tion. All members of Langley Township council are running again. More nomination information is online at http://www. t o l . c a / A b o u t - t h e -To w n s h i p / Municipal-Government/ Elections/2014-Filed-NominationPapers and http://www.city.langley.bc.ca/index .php/cit y-hal l/ elections#NominationDocuments.
List of Abbotsford City election candidates released Aldergrove Star
Abbotsford city has released the full list of candidates running in the upcoming municipal election, which will be held Nov. 15. There are two candidates for the mayor’s seat, incumbent Bruce Banman and Coun. Henry Braun. There are 31 candidates running for council with eight to be elected: BARKMAN, Les BARKWELL, Rick BLUE, Sandy (AbbotsfordFIRST Electoral Society)
Changes made to traffic patterns at border crossing Aldergrove Star
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BRECKENRIDGE, James W. BUE, Dan BUTTAR, Raji CALDWELL, Lyle CHAHAL, Joe ( Joginder) Singh CHAHAL, Kelly (AbbotsfordFIRST Electoral Society) DIMANNO, Vince (AbbotsfordFIRST Electoral Society) DRAPER, Ward FALK, Brenda (AbbotsfordFIRST Electoral Society) FELGER, Tim
FLAVELLE, Aird (Abbotsford Greens) GILL, Moe KOBES, Raymond LOEWEN, Dave LOEWEN, Nathan (Abbotsford Greens) MACGREGOR, Bill PEACHEY, Gerda POWER, Marlisa REDEKOPP, Paul REMPEL, Doug ROOS, Hank (Abbotsford Greens) ROSS, Patricia
SAHLSTROM, David SIDHU, Daljit Singh SIEMENS, Ross (AbbotsfordFIRST Electoral Society) STEWART, Tina WUSCHKE, Ken YOUNG, Karen There are 16 candidates running for school trustee positions with seven to be elected: ANDERSON, Phil ARNEY, Noah Dwain GILL, Balbir S. GILL, Kamal
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Propane cannon noise complaints greatly reduced Aldergrove Star
The right for farmers to use audible bird scare devices such as propane cannons is protected by the provincial government under the Ministry of Agriculture’s Right to Farm Act. And while Township of Langley council doesn’t have the authority to ban the noisy bird deterrents outright, it has made a number of bylaw changes that have resulted in a much quieter blueberry season this year. In the summer of 2013, 16 noise complaints were received by the Township’s Bylaw Enforcement Department, regarding the firing of the cannons. This season, only four noise complaints were received, said Township manager of bylaw enforcement Bill Storie. A total of 12 propane cannon complaints were recorded in the summer of 2014, but eight were about the lack of documentation displayed to prove that farmers had permits for their cannons. “We saw a huge reduction in the number of noise complaints regarding blueberry propane cannons this summer,” said Storie. “The new regulations enforced by the Township have clearly made a difference.” The use of audible devices such
as propane cannons to scare away birds that are feeding on crops has been an ongoing issue for those living in agricultural areas. Some residents say the noise is intrusive and negatively impacts their quality of life, but some farmers rely on the technique as a way to deter animals that destroy their berry crops. Past efforts by municipalities to restrict the use of propane cannons have been rejected by the Ministry of Agriculture, as local regulations cannot be more restrictive than provincial guidelines. Earlier this summer, Abbotsford’s attempt to pass a bylaw limiting the use of the cannons was turned down by the province. However, municipalities can create a “farm bylaw” to control the use of the devices. Knowing an outright ban would be rejected by the ministry, Township council referred the issue to its Agricultural Advisory Committee (AAC), which set up a Propane Cannon Task Force in September of 2012 to help find a solution. Members of the community were asked to provide input, and 12 meetings that were open to the public were held. A town hall meeting was also held in January, 2013
Complaints about propane cannons have been reduced in Langley. as part of a stakeholder consultation program, and 61 written and verbal submissions were received. A number of recommendations were then put forward to council by the AAC, and an Audible Bird Scare Devices Farm Bylaw was adopted in the spring of 2013. Designed to ensure farmers use propane cannons in a socially responsible manner, the bylaw introduced a Township-managed registration and licensing system for those using the devices. Farmers are now required to display their licences to the public, making it easier to enforce the Audible Bird Scare Devices bylaw. The new bylaw limits the hours when the cannons can be used, the number of devices allowed to operate at one time, and the number of shots that can be fired. It also
requires devices to be kept a minimum distance away from homes, horse trails, and horse farms, and requires that nearby horse farm owners be notified in advance before the first shot of the season is fired. These additions to the ministry’s guidelines were approved by the Minister of Agriculture, and the results were tested for the first time last summer. In 2014, 12 farms registered their propane cannons with the Township, and a noticeable drop in noise complaints was reported. “Living in a rural community can pose challenges as we try to balance the needs of farmers making a living while protecting the quality of life for residents who live in agricultural areas,” said Township Mayor Jack Froese. “We are really pleased to see this decline in noise complaints; it shows that the enhancements made through the bylaw are having a noticeable effect. “Township council truly appreciates the efforts of the AAC, the task force, and the members of the public who provided input and helped come up with these revisions,” Froese said. “That work has paid off in the positive results we experienced this summer.”
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Housing and transit issues dominated a forum of Fraser Valley mayors organized by the Urban Development Institute Wednesday In Langley. The panel discussion featured eight mayors from Surrey to Chilliwack – most of them running for re-election – and was moderated by Vancouver real estate consultant Michael Geller. Abbotsford Mayor Bruce Banman said neighbourhood design needs to take into account the growing numbers of seniors who are used to driving their cars but may be vulnerable to suddenly losing their licence. “The loss of that independence can literally train wreck them,” Banman said. “Their life as they know it can change in a heartbeat.” Developers can help by finding ways to provide housing seniors want within walking distance of the shopping and services they need, he added. Chilliwack Mayor Sharon Gaetz also urged developers to design senior-friendly housing that fits into complete, walkable neighbourhoods. “I think we have to get past the idea of these gated communities – I can’t stand them,” Gaetz said. “It really isolates people from each other and lets them live in an artificial world. That may feel more secure to them. But a healthy community has integrated races, people and ages.” Mayors were repeatedly asked
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how cities can make housing more affordable in the Lower Mainland. Langley Township Mayor Jack Froese said many Fraser Valley communities – including his – need to find ways to get more rental homes on the market. “Not everybody wants to own a house,” he said. The audience included many major development and home construction firms. Froese said developers want to build as efficiently and profitably as possible, but noted municipalities must plan carefully with an eye to the future. Future residential development in Langley’s Brookswood area will be controversial, he said, but called it a logical fit with development just to the west in Surrey, where the Campbell Heights industrial park is increasingly a magnet for jobs. Geller said he’s “astounded” at the number of young people in the region who don’t have driver’s licences or opt for car co-op services instead of owning their own vehicle, in part to save money for a home. But Banman said it makes no sense to reduce parking requirements, particularly in single-family residential neighbourhoods, until adequate transit is available. Providing high-quality transit in the Lower Mainland shouldn’t be that hard, he said, compared to other metropolitan areas that sprawl in all directions. “We basically go east and west,” Banman said. “Don’t tell me we can’t figure out how to move people east and west in a 100-mile cor-
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Marijuana bunkers called a ‘waste’ By JEFF NAGEL Aldergrove Star
The province’s decision to allow heavily fortified medical marijuana production factories to be built on top of good agricultural farmland isn’t sitting well with municipal politicians. Several Lower Mainland cities wanted the new commercial pot producers that are being licensed by the federal government to be relegated to industrial land, arguing the high-security buildings would be a better fit there. Instead, the provincial government decided over the summer they will be allowed to be built on farmland, including in the Agricultural Land Reserve. The main concession from the province is that they’ll be taxed at the industrial property tax rate not at the lower agricultural rate. Langley Township Mayor Jack Froese said one concern now is that cities will end up paying more for police to monitor sleepy agricultural roads for criminals that may be attracted to the new pot ventures. “We really need to ensure the
Pot cultivation not best use of valuable farmland, say municipalities. safety of our residents,” he said, adding there are also implications for the environment, infrastructure and roads. The province has tabled proposed guidelines for local municipalities to regulate the new marijuana producers and has asked for comment on them. Froese said cities are now seeking the strongest possible protections. “We want to deal with things like setbacks, hedging and air quality,” he said. Richmond Coun. Harold Steves
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A 46-year-old Langley man and 71-year-old Surrey man face possible drug trafficking charges, after a roadside stop in Osoyoos didn’t smell right last weekend (Oct. 4-5). RCMP were doing a roadside
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VICTORIA – Three years ago, long-time chief and band administrator Sophie Pierre sought an extension of her term leading the B.C. Treaty Commission and gave a warning. The federal and provincial government should start taking this long and costly effort seriously or “shut ’er down.” Last week Pierre wound up her sixth and final year as chief commissioner on a slightly more hopeful note. This year, the Tla’amin Nation in the Powell River area and the Yale First Nation in the Fraser Canyon had their treaties proclaimed by Ottawa. They join the Maa-nulth First Nations on Vancouver Island and the Tsawwassen First Nation in leaving behind the Indian Act and the courts to get on with self-government. Tsawwassen in particular has moved ahead aggressively. Its shopping centre development near the ferry terminal is one of the largest commercial projects in the province right now. All of these treaties were negotiated despite multiple overlapping territorial claims around them, and similar progress has been made with the Tsimshian First Nations on the North Coast and elsewhere. The need for aboriginal people to work out their overlapping claim issues between themselves was the focus of the commission’s 22nd annual report. In it, former chief commissioners Miles Richardson
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of the Haida Nation and Steven Point of the Sto:lo Nation added their influential voices, urging aboriginal communities to consider them shared territories, rather than clinging to ancient tribal rivalries. Another hopeful sign is that after seven years of commissions and studies, the federal government has finally given its negotiators a mandate to negotiate fisheries. This is the main reason why the Tla’amin waited five long years for Ottawa’s blessing after their treaty had been hammered out. This year’s landmark decision of the Supreme Court of Canada, recognizing Tsilhqot’in Nation title in the remote Nemiah Valley, has also got the attention of Victoria and Ottawa. Pierre noted the “flurry of activity” by Premier Christy Clark in seeking reconciliation, which will culminate this month with a formal apology for the hanging of Tsilhqot’in chiefs 150 years ago. Pierre said this court ruling “should destroy any lingering thoughts that this issue is not of the utmost importance, and provide the necessary investment, both financial and time commitment, to reach satisfactory conclusions.” That’s the good news for B.C.’s thorniest historical problem, the lack of treaties across most of the province. It’s also becoming clearer that the Tsilhqot’in ruling
is unique. It’s unlikely to be repeated by most other First Nations, even if they are willing and able to spend the years and millions to enrich lawyers in pursuit of it. Here’s the bad news. As of this year, the B.C. Treaty Commission has paid out $627 million to First Nations to support treaty negotiations. Most of that is in the form of loans, which are to be repaid out of the cash settlements that Ottawa contributes to settle modern treaties. Pierre acknowledges that some communities are close to completing treaties, but their debt has climbed to near what Ottawa is offering. This would leave them free but broke. Others are just “spinning their wheels” with no real hope of achieving a treaty, Pierre said. The commission is calling for an “exit strategy” for these communities, starting with loan forgiveness that would allow them to pursue economic activity. There are First Nations, Westbank and Osoyoos prominent among them, which are thriving without treaties. Haida and Klahoose have developed successful forest products businesses as they move toward self-government. Federal and provincial governments must recognize the successes, and the failures. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca
Editor: I am really angry at Canada Post. Our mail is delivered to a rural post box in North-west Abbotsford. On Wednesday, October 1, the box was vandalised (this is now Wednesday of the following week). I have had no mail delivered since then, although the part of the mailbox I used is undamaged. I went to the local postal outlet in Mount Lehman, and the postmaster had no idea where my mail is, but gave me a number and extension to call I called Monday morning, but that person was not in the office, so I left a message to be called back. No returned call. I tried again Tuesday morning but the person was still out of the office. No call back. I called the supervisor of the office, who did not know where my mail is, but thought it would probably be held at the sorting office, which is a 45 minute round trip car journey away. When I asked if it could be transferred to our local outlet, I was told there was a very good chance it would be just returned to the sender as it was not addressed to the Mount Lehman Post office. I asked if it could be put in an envelope and sent there. “Not typically, no.” Some of the mail I am expecting is time sensitive. The sorting office does not have any extended hours, so how is a working person expected to get their mail? Since then I have a parcel of some badly needed parts also in limbo. I understand that it is not the fault of the Post Office if the boxes are broken into, but there must be a better way of dealing with the situation. Surely it is not unreasonable to expect our mail to be held at the closest postal outlet. I was told this could not be done because it is a retail outlet, and not a Post Office. Mail is picked up there, and parcels are left there for pick up by customers, so it is part of some system. The total lack of interest in helping me solve my problem was astounding, and Canada Post wonders why fewer people are using it. Yvonne Holden, Mount Lehman
Stop this burning plan Editor: Even with growing opposition Metro still wants to incinerate our garbage, reducing recycling in the process because recyclables burn. Even though a 40 tonne load of ‘sorted’ combustible garbage can reduce to between 10 and 20 per cent by volume, the residual weight will not be much less. The captured toxic fly ash is part of the residual weight but physics dictates that the weight by which the garbage was reduced has become something else which was not captured. That uncaptured toxic something else will be in the air that we breathe. Then they tell us that emissions are low. If so, the ash going out must weigh virtually the same as the garbage going in, trucks can’t be overloaded so where are the haulage savings? I believe that Metro has been lied to and that they are passing those lies on to us. When voting check if your candidate supports incineration! Detroit is bankrupt in part because of garbage incineration and recycling is banned because recyclables burn. Gary Huntbatch, Abbotsford
Columnist a shill for oil Editor: Re: BC Views, Aldergrove Star, Sept. 25. We should not be surprised because columnist Tom Fletcher has, in the past, shown that he is against unions and against social programs that help those struggling, and he is a great mouthpiece for all those science deniers who find the almighty dollar more important than the preservation of the animals and vegetables on this planet. Now, in his rant from Sept. 24, he has moved into the realm of racism by calling into question the legitimacy of a Coast Salish burial ground on an islet off of Salt Spring Island, defending a rich, “misunderstood” business man from Alberta who continues to deny the cultural significance of the burial ground. “’Either [the landowner] is grossly misinformed, or it is another cynical attempt to trivialize and devalue the scientific and First Nation cultural significance of ancient human remains and burial cairns at Grace Islet to help build his house,” said Eric McLay in the Victoria Times-Colonist. Mr. McLay is an archeologist. Other than as a calculating shill for the oil industry, what qualifications does Mr. Fletcher have? Thomas Howard, Coquitlam
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Township does another makeover at 56 and 56 By DAN FERGUSON Aldergrove Star
The recently rebuilt intersection of the two 56 Avenues near 246 Street will get a do-over to reduce a steep grade, in response to residents’ complaints. Engineering and Community Development manager Ramin Seifi told the Monday afternoon meeting of Township council the work would be carried out by the developer of the nearby former Tuscan Farm Gardens site, Lavender Hills Holdings, within the next “two to three weeks.” Crews changed the shape of the crossing from a V- into a T-shape last month, generating a number of complaints that the road grade was
too steep. “There have been deficiencies in construction which will be addressed,” Seifi said. The work will correct the “steepness” of the altered intersection and improve sight lines, but it will remain a “T” shape, he said. Seifi was responding to questions by Councillor Kim Richter about residents’ complaints. The work on the intersection, where 56 Avenue is split into two identically-named roads as it crosses a tributary of the Salmon River, was funded by the builder as part of its plan to build 65 houses on the southern 32 acres of an 80-acre former farm site at 24453 60 Ave. The project was approved by
Langley Township council in May of 2013, following an April 2011 decision by the Agricultural Land Commission to allow the subdivision of the land formerly used by a commercial lavender and echinacea grower. At the Township public hearing on the proposal, opponents of the Tuscan project complained it was another case of building highdensity housing on protected agricultural land. Those in support argued the project actually increased the amount of farmland in Langley because the developer intended to restore the northern 48 acres to make them more suitable for agriculture.
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A makeover of the recently rebuilt intersection of the two 56 Avenues, just east of the Salmon River, will take place in the next few weeks.
Langley lost 100 Abbotsford school district students to private enrolment drops after strike schools this year By TYLER OLSEN Aldergrove Star
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Langley School District lost at least 100 students to private schools this year and that is a concern, said secretary-treasurer David Green at the board of education meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 30. Whether the shift to private education was because of the lengthy teachers’ strike wasn’t discussed. The district also lost some students who moved to other districts, he said. Green was providing pre-enrolment
numbers for the 2014/15 school year but warned the numbers are changing every day and a complete picture won’t be known for some time. What he could say is that the already over capacity R.E. Mountain Secondary saw 300 more students so far this year — and has seen a population increase year after year. Middle and elementary schools in the district are “holding their own.” Choice programs in the district are down in numbers.
Abbotsford’s public schools have seen enrolment decline much more than expected, according to the school district. The district, which educates more than 18,000 students each year, had expected around 100 fewer students to attend school this fall. Instead, initial counts suggest enrolment is down by an additional 120 students on top of that expected drop. While it is not uncommon for enrolment to fluctuate or for early
projections to be off, this year’s drop may be the result of the teachers’ strike, according to school district communications manager Dave Stephen. “This is more than we projected,” he said. “I would assume that some parents have decided to try alternate education for their kids.” The decline in enrolment was greatest on the western side of the district, and is expected to result in the elimination of four full-timeequivalent teaching positions. A final headcount will take place on Oct. 17, with those numbers
used by the province to allocate funding. The school board also changed its schedule in order to move the start of the second semester by a week, to Feb. 10. The move was made in the wake of the teachers’ strike to ensure both semesters have roughly the same number of teaching days. The school board also announced an instructional day that had initially been scheduled for Sept. 22 will be moved to Nov. 10. With Remembrance Day the following day, the move will create a four-day weekend for students.
Metro denied funding for lawsuit against Township By DAN FERGUSON Aldergrove Star
The Metro Vancouver regional authority tried and failed in April to get financial assistance from the Union of B.C. Municipalities (UBCM) for a legal challenge of three Langley Township land developments. A letter, obtained by The Times, shows UBCM executive director Gary MacIsaac informed Metro Chief Administrative Officer Carol
Mason in July that the union, which represents most municipal governments in the province, was saying no because the legal fight involves a dispute between two local governments who are both members. The decision was made by the UBCM executive. “It was agreed that in situations where a dispute arises between UBCM members, UBCM is not in a position to provide legal assistance that could potentially result in a
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In an email to Black Press, Metro Vancouver said Mason was “disappointed, given that the issue before the court is one that impacts the interests of local governments throughout the province.” Metro is trying to have the B.C. Court of Appeal overturn a B.C. Supreme Court ruling that said the regional authority does not have the power to block the Township approval of the University District and the Wall farm projects near Trinity
Western. It is also appealing a related court decision that Metro doesn’t have the right to prevent the development of an 11-acre Murrayville farm site, known as the Hendricks project. Metro is arguing its plans to control urban sprawl should override the Township power to approve developments. The hearing of the Metro court challenge is scheduled for Dec. 8, 9 and 10 at the Court of Appeal in Vancouver.
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PUBLIC NOTICE A temporary road closure of 0 Avenue from 272 St. to Hwy 13 as follows: From: Tuesday, October 28th, 2014 To: Tuesday, November 11th, 2014 The road closure is required for the replacement and redirection of 0 Avenue, to accommodate the redevelopment of the Aldergrove Border Crossing. The detour route noted below provides motorists with a safe means of access around the construction site.
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Langley international students were welcomed to Langley on October 9 by Township Mayor Jack Froese and City Mayor Ted Schaffer at Langley’s second annual International Students’ “Meet the Mayors” day at the Muriel Arnason Library. It was part of October’s National Manners and Character Month. The mayors jointly observed, “Multicultural hospitality is a something that we value in Langley so as we celebrate October’s National Manners and Character Month, it is great to give our international students a warm welcome.” Other special guests included Township councillors Bob Long, Grant Ward and Steve Ferguson and City councillor Jack Arnold, MLA (ret) Dave Hayer, as well candidate for the Conservative nomination, Mike Garisto, a local businessman who serves on the Board of Redeemer Pacific College, TWU’s International Admissions Councillor, Elaine Johnston, and Langley Fundamental School’s ISP coordinator and LSS teacher, Lindsay Tribe. Councillor Ward highlighted the importance of public libraries in education and noted that the Township of Langley has six libraries, highest number in the Fraser Valley Regional Library area. Langley school superintendent, Suzanne Hoffman, sent her congratulations: “Welcome to our wonderful community. Thank you for choosing the Langley School
District as a place to further your education. We are all glad that you are here with us. Our community is fortunate to have you, your talents, passions and expertise, which will add greatly to our own community and understanding of the world in which we live.” MLA Rich Coleman also sent greetings, welcoming the international students to Langley and Aldergrove schools. Students enjoyed getting their photos taken with the mayors as well as having fun with master-ofceremonies Judi the Manners Lady, aka Judi Vankevich, learning simple memory tricks on remembering how to say “Hi” in each other’s language, practicing firm and friendly handshakes with each other and the value of a friendly smile as they pass other students in the hall. They also enjoyed singing along with Judi’s original, award-winning song, “Let’s Say Hello to All the World.” International Students’ Day “Welcome to Langley Meet the Mayors” party was the vision of Judi, who is CEO of the non-profit Canadian Centre for Manners and Civility. She said, “It was exciting to show Langley’s multicultural hospitality and to see the international students’ delight at being honoured and welcomed by our community leaders. Ceremony and meaningful relationships are highly valued in many cultures and we want our students that come to Langley to know they are welcomed and loved.” Skye Fulton, director of International Students Canada
in Vancouver, was one of the cofounders of the TWU International Students Club. She said, “It’s such a privilege to be able to welcome these students to our community. Canadian students who are intentional to international students with friendship soon realize that they have made new friends for life from around the world. Our international students have everything they need — great homestays and wonderful schools. All they need is a friend.” International students were welcomed by Langley student hosts, Rebecca, Rachel and Denver Haak, Monique and Andrew Bouchard, as well as guest hosts Dave and Elaine Brown, and Chrystal Haak. Also on duty at the welcome table was City councillor, Jack Arnold. One student from China wrote, “It made me feel very special to be welcomed by the mayors of Langley. Thank you so much.” Special thanks go to Langley Township’s David Leavers for practicing firm handshakes with the students and for the Township’s gift of free pool passes for the students, Recreation Excellence CEO Tom Watson for his gift of free skating passes for the students, and to Tourism Langley for their great door prizes, including a pumpkin. Langley is home to over 700 international students — from the Langley School Board as well as Trinity Western University, Kwantlen University, Langley Christian School, and Kings Christian School.
Abby election debates set for October Aldergrove Star
A group of Abbotsford nonprofit organizations will host a council townhall and a mayoral debate on Tuesday, Oct. 21 and Thursday, Oct. 23, before the upcoming civic election on Nov. 15. Organized by Abbotsford Community Services, the
United Way of the Fraser Valley, the Abbotsford Community Foundation, the Abbotsford Arts Council, and the Fraser Valley Conservancy, the event will focus on three key areas – arts and culture, the environment, and social services. The townhall evening will follow a similar format to a public
hearing, with people queuing to ask questions. At the mayoral debate, questions will be prepared by the organizing committee. Both events will be held at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium (32315 South Fraser Way) with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. and beginning at 7 p.m. Both will end at approximately 9:30 p.m.
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A proposal to consolidate agricultural equipment dealers to a centralized location outside the city’s urban development boundary received preliminary approval at council on Monday and will move to an upcoming public hearing. The proposal would see the agricultural businesses move to east Abbotsford on a 33-acre parcel at the intersection of Atkinson and Eldridge roads. Currently, many equipment dealers are located along Sumas Way – also home to many commercial retailers – which causes congestion and traffic issues. Corpus Management Group (CMG), which has brought the concept forward, states it has been endorsed by the Abbotsford Chamber of Commerce, the Fraser Valley Indo-Canadian Business Association and the University of the Fraser Valley. While the project has support from agri-businesses – CMG lists PrairieCoast John Deere, Avenue Machinery, Caliber Equipment, and Handlers Equipment as being interested in moving to the site – city staff recommended the project be denied. The staff report says the project will HARRY HUNT PHOTO Last year’s winner of the Great Pumpkin Weigh-off, Dave Chan, was runner-up this year with his 1,040 pounder at influence the development of lands outside the urban development boundary, the event at Aldor Acres on Saturday, Oct. 11.
and it will be challenging to service the proposal and the city is unable to provide industrial-level water supply service, sewer and fire protection. But the report from CMG says farm equipment dealers do not require the same level of sanitary, water and storm services as a typical industrial development. It indicates the site will be provided with on-lot septic disposal systems. The project requires rezoning of the site and an official community plan (OCP) amendment. The site is currently designated as suburban residential and city staff noted the city has yet to grow into the area residentially and is years away from understanding the long-term residential needs of the area. Coun. Patricia Ross said, “I think the threat is very real that some of these businesses will leave town. Some of them already have for a lack of space to go to.� Coun. Henry Braun said if the city moved ahead on the project and later there is a problem with inadequate services, taxpayers will have to foot the bill. He said the city has all sorts of industrial land – not on Fraser Highway – that needs to be developed. Council voted in favour of sending the proposal to public hearing, with Couns. Braun and Loewen opposed.
Food for Famine Society challenges all to get involved Aldergrove Star
As World Food Day approaches, Food for Famine Society and World Vision Canada are working together towards solutions for world hunger and poverty, locally, regionally and internationally. Dave Toycen, President & CEO of World Vision Canada, will be the keynote speaker at the World Food Day event taking place at the Langley Events Centre, Thursday, Oct. 16 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. This free public event, hosted by Sts. Joachim & Ann Roman Catholic Church
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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the Township of Langley that an election by voting is necessary to elect one Mayor, eight Councillors, and five School Trustees for a four year term commencing December 2014. As required under section 77(5) of the Local Government Act, “Jurisdiction of Residence” is provided as indicated. The persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:
Glenwood Elementary School 20785 - 24 Avenue
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James Hill Elementary School 22144 Old Yale Road
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James Kennedy Elementary School 9060 - 212 Street
10. Lynn Fripps Elementary School 21020 - 83 Avenue 11. Parkside Centennial Elementary School 3300 - 270 Street
One (1) Mayor to be elected FROESE, Jack
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12. R.C. Garnett Demonstration Elementary School Township of Langley 7096 - 201 Street Township of Langley
Township of Langley 13. Wix-Brown Elementary School 23851 - 24 Avenue *All of these locations are wheelchair accessible with the exception of Coghlan Community Hall. Township of Langley Some voters may experience difficulty with Township of Langley access at Fort Langley Elementary, Glenwood Township of Langley Elementary and Wix-Brown Elementary Schools. Township of Langley ELECTOR REGISTRATION – RESIDENT Township of Langley If you are not on the List of Registered Electors, Township of Langley (visit www.tol.ca/elections to determine if you Township of Langley are on the list) you may register at the time of Township of Langley voting by completing the required application form at the “New Registration” table in the Township of Langley voting place. To register you must meet ALL the Township of Langley following qualifications: Township of Langley • 18 years of age or older Township of Langley • Canadian citizen Township of Langley • resident of B.C. for at least 6 months Township of Langley immediately before the day of registration Township of Langley • resident of the Township of Langley for at Township of Langley least 30 days immediately before the day of registration Township of Langley Township of Langley • not otherwise disqualified by law from voting. Township of Langley
Eight (8) Councillors to be elected
TWU Spartans University Sports Men’s Hockey Fri
Oct 17
7:00pm vs. Simon Fraser University
Women’s Basketball (exhibition) Fri Oct 17 Sat Oct 18
6:00pm vs. Kwantlen University 5:00pm vs. Queens University
Valley West Hawks BC Major Midget Boys’ Hockey Sat Oct 25
9:30am vs. NorthWest Giants
Langley Rivermen Junior A Hockey Sat Oct 25 Sun Oct 26
7:00pm vs. Coquitlam Express 2:00pm vs. Aberni Valley Bulldogs
The Langley Events Centre is located at 7888 - 200 Street For ticket information, contact Langley Events Centre 604.882.8800 • LangleyEventsCentre.com
public notice Green Building Permit Rebate Program Offers Incentives for Energy Efficient Construction The Township of Langley offers the following building permit fee rebates for new residential construction projects constructed to the following EnerGuide ratings: • $750 for single family dwellings constructed to EG 80 • $150 for each townhouse, row house, manor house, or duplex unit constructed to EG 82 Participants who elect to participate in this voluntary program will also receive a complimentary EnerGuide plan evaluation conducted by a Certified Energy Advisor. Robert Baker Community Development Division 604.533.6018 rbaker@tol.ca tol.ca/greenbuilding
ARNASON, Petrina BUCHANAN, Karl BUCHOLTZ, Solon DAVIS, David DORNAN, Bev ETTENBERG, Zosia FERGUSON, Steve FOX, Charlie KOSITSKY, Mel LEE, Clint (Live Langley) LESSARD, Patricia LONG, Bob MANDZAK, Jackie MITCHELL, Kevin NICHOLS, Scott QUAALE, Angie RICHTER, Kim ROSS, Kerri (Live Langley) SPARROW, Michelle STARK, Dave WARD, Grant WHITMARSH, Blair
Township of Langley All voters, as well as those resident electors Township of Langley registering at the time of voting, are required to produce 2 pieces of identification (at least Township of Langley one with a signature). Picture identification is Five (5) School Trustees to be elected not necessary, although helpful in identifying HANDEL, Trudy Township of Langley the voter. The identification must show both MCVEIGH, Alison Township of Langley residency and identity. WALLACE, Rosemary Township of Langley ELECTOR REGISTRATION – BALDWIN, Lorraine Township of Langley NON-RESIDENT PROPERTY COMBS, Pamala-Rose Township of Langley Persons (not corporations) who own property ROSS, Rod Township of Langley in the Township of Langley but live outside the Township, may register to vote as a NonKETTER, Kristine Township of Langley Resident Property Elector. To register you must MOORE, Lisa Township of Langley meet ALL the following qualifications: CHEN, Lawrence City of Surrey • 18 years of age or older DYKEMAN, Megan Township of Langley • Canadian citizen PERREAULT, Suzanne Township of Langley • resident of B.C. for at least 6 months TOD, David Township of Langley immediately before the day of registration
VOTING PLACES
• registered owner of real property in the Voting will be open to qualified electors of the Township of Langley for at least 30 days Township of Langley on Saturday, November 15, immediately before the day of registration 2014, between the hours of 8:00am and 8:00pm • not otherwise disqualified by law from at the following locations. voting. 1. Aldergrove Community Secondary School In addition to the required ID, non-resident 26850 - 29 Avenue property electors will be required to produce a recent title search print from the Land Title 2. Coghlan Community Hall* Office. Corporations do not have the right to 6795 - 256 Street vote, and only one individual for a parcel of 3. D.W. Poppy Secondary School land may vote. In the case of multiple owners of 23752 - 52 Avenue a parcel of land, a majority of the owners must sign a consent form, designating one of the 4. Dorothy Peacock Elementary School property owners to vote. If a corporation is one 20292 - 91A Avenue of the owners, the property does not qualify as 5. Fort Langley Elementary School a non-resident property. 8877 Bartlett Street The Non-Resident Property Elector form and 6. George Preston Recreation Centre Consent form are available at the Civic Facility, 20699 - 42 Avenue 20338-65 Avenue, Langley.
A person can only vote once in the election, either as a resident of the Township of Langley or as a Non-Resident Property Elector. City of Langley residents who own property in the Township cannot vote for School Trustees in the Township.
ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES Advance voting will be open at the Township of Langley Civic Facility, Willowbrook Recreation Centre, 20338 – 65 Avenue, in the Main Activity Room on the main floor on each of the following days:
Saturday, November 1, 2014 from 9:00am to 5:00pm
Wednesday November 5, 2014 from 8:00am to 8:00pm
Wednesday, November 12, 2014 from 8:00am to 8:00pm
GENERAL ELECTION INFORMATION The Township of Langley will be utilizing voting machines which optically read the ballots as they are inserted by the electors. The List of Registered Electors is in electronic format (rather than on paper) and Voter Notification Cards will be mailed out to registered resident electors the last week of October. These Voter Notification Cards feature a barcode which election officials will scan to bring the voter’s name up on the computer at each voting place.
ELECTION SIGNS/BANNERS Candidates are not permitted under the Township of Langley Bylaws to erect election signs outside buildings or on properties before Sunday, October 26, 2014 and all election signs are required to be removed by 4:30pm, Wednesday, November 19, 2014. Township Bylaws No. 4402 (Sign Bylaw) and No. 4840 (Highway and Traffic Control Bylaw) regulate the erection of election signs on private and public property. Neither the Township of Langley nor School District No. 35 permit the use of its logos, heraldic emblems or similar corporate identifiers for the purpose of any candidate’s campaign activities.
CANDIDATE, ELECTOR ORGANIZATION CAMPAIGN FINANCING and THIRD PARTY SPONSORS Candidate campaigning financing, Electoral Organization campaign financing and Third Party Sponsors are administered by Elections BC and not by the Township of Langley. The requirements for campaign financing and third part sponsors can be found within the “Local Elections Campaign Financing Act” or by contacting Elections BC at 1.855.952.0280 or http://www.elections.bc.ca/index.php/localelections-campaign-financing/
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION: tol.ca/election Legislative Services, Civic Facility, 20338 - 65 Avenue, Langley, BC http://www.cscd.gov.bc.ca/lgd/elections_home. htm Bob Wilson, Chief Election Officer 604.532.7396 bwilson@tol.ca Wendy Bauer, Deputy Chief Election Officer 604.533.6101 wbauer@tol.ca
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public notices Burning Permits The Township of Langley Fire Department is issuing burning permits for open air burning in the following categories until October 31, 2014. **ALL PERMITS EXPIRE October 31, 2014. Yard and Garden Clean-up of Vegetation: • Available only to properties .2 hectare (.5 acre) and larger and in areas where surrounding properties are equal or greater in size than .2 hectare • BURNING IS NOT ALLOWED and permits WILL NOT BE ISSUED FOR THE URBAN AREAS of Aldergrove, Murrayville, Brookswood, Walnut Grove, Fort Langley, and Willoughby • Permit fee is $25
The Township of Langley is giving residents a chance to properly dispose of hazardous materials from around their homes and to recycle small appliances and electronics.
Acceptable items: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
The annual Household Hazardous Waste Plus Recycling event will be held:
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, October 18 and 19 Time: 9am - 3pm Location: Operations Building Address: 4700 - 224 Street Cost:
FREE to Township residents. Proof of residency required.
Paint, batteries, pesticides, cleaners, and chemicals will be safely disposed of by hazardous waste professionals.
PLUS: Electronics, small appliances, mercury thermostats, and smoke detectors will also be accepted and recycled. Household quantities only. To enquire about larger quantities contact 604.532.7300 prior to the event.
Antifreeze Ballasts Batteries (all) Bleach Brake fluid Concentrated acids Darkroom chemicals Fluorescent lights/bulbs Furniture stripper Herbicides Insecticides Motor oil Oven cleaner Paint and thinners Pesticides Propane fuel tanks (empty) Solvents Swimming pool chemicals Toilet bowl cleaner Transmission fluid Turpentine
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For more information, visit tol.ca/hhw. Engineering Division 604.532.7300 opsinfo@tol.ca
Electronics Mercury thermostats Small appliances Smoke detectors
Aldergrove Community Centre 26770 - 29 Avenue Civic Facility 20338 - 65 Avenue Fire Hall 6 22170 - 50 Avenue Operations Centre 4700 - 224 Street
W.C. Blair Recreation Centre 22200 Fraser Highway Walnut Grove Community Centre 8889 Walnut Grove Drive Willoughby Community Centre 7888 - 200 Street
Permits will be available at: Land Clearing Debris Permits: • Are NOT available to properties less than 1.7 hectare (4.2 acres) • Are ONLY available at Fire Hall 6, 22170 - 50 Avenue, Murrayville • Applicants MUST meet the METRO VANCOUVER and WASTE MANAGEMENT prerequisites of clearances, time limits, and recycling • Fires MAY have to be accelerated by the use of forced air techniques • Permits will be SITE SPECIFIC of SHORT DURATION and INSPECTION may be required prior to issuance. CALL FOR INFORMATION • Permit fee is $250 Township Fire Department Administration: 604.532.7500 Emergency: 9-1-1
Temporary Closure: Yorkson Creek Trail A section of Yorkson Creek Trail that goes through the ravine in Walnut Grove’s McClughan Park off 204 Street will be under construction starting October 14. Periodic closures and delays can be expected until further notice. Construction will begin on the western section of the trail, followed by the eastern section.
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public notice We are looking for Langley pioneers! Are you at least 70 years of age? Do you currently live in Langley Township or City? Have you lived in Langley for at least 60 years? Each year Langley pioneers who meet the above criteria are recognized at the annual Douglas Day Banquet on November 19. If you are a Langley pioneer or know someone who might be, please contact us by Monday, November 3. Lisa Egan Special Events Coordinator Corporate Communications and Events 604.533.6148 legan@tol.ca
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Trail Closures
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For more information contact: Andrew Hong Trails and Horticulture Supervision 604.533.6090, ext 2209
It’s all fun and games from here! The Fall 2014 - Winter 2015 Leisure Guide is now available online. Visit tol.ca/guides. Paper copies are available at all Township of Langley Recreation Centres and libraries. Recreation, Culture, and Parks 604.533.6086
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Accolades for Seyem’ Qwantlen By BRENDA ANDERSON Aldergrove Star
Kwantlen First Nation is the latest local winner of a provincial award recognizing excellence in business. Langley’s Seyem’ Qwantlen Business Group has received accolades from the B.C. Economic Development Association, for implementing a number of initiatives that provide economic benefits to the community. Kwantlen received the
Community Project award for populations less than 20,000. “Since inception, February of 2011, SQBG has expanded its employee base from one to 60 employees, successfully operating five companies and one nonprofit,” the letter from BCEDA states. “Activities are diverse, with its strength in new business startup and economic development.” Speaking to Langley City Council on Sept. 15, Tumia
Knott, president of SQBG and a Kwantlen First Nation Councillor, outlined the business ventures undertaken by the Kwantlen First Nation since a formal decision was made to divide its business ventures into separate entities. Among the five corporate entities that fall under the SQBG umbrella are the new lelem Arts Café in Fort Langley and a gift shop at the Fort Langley Historic Site. SQBG is also working with
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the Dilawri Auto Group, which leases the Kwantlen-owned land on which the Langley Mercedes dealership sits. It also has forestry interests in Maple Ridge’s Blue Mountain area and works in partnership with the province and the District of Mission to operate a campground at Sayres Lake. “I feel we’re just out of the starting gate,” Knott told City Council. “We’ve got a long way to go to reach our high goals.”
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Executive chef Stephan Schigas test-plates a charcuterie of local meats and cheeses alongside Lelem’ employee Leanne Richardson at a blessing ceremony for the arts and cultural cafe.
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notice of public hearing NOTICE is hereby given that the Township of Langley Council will meet and hold a Public Hearing.
LOCATION:
26791 Fraser Highway (see Map 1)
LEGAL:
Lot 388 Section 19 Township 13 New Westminster District Plan 53445
PURPOSE:
Bylaw No. 5110 proposes to discharge Land Use Contract No. 55 from property to utilize the underlying Residential Zone R-2 zoning. A Development Variance Permit to vary the minimum frontage and side yard setback requirements is being considered in conjunction with this bylaw.
PROPOSAL:
This application will allow the development of 2 single family lots.
AT THE PUBLIC HEARING all persons who believe their interest in property is affected by the proposed bylaws shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting matters contained in the bylaws that are the subject of the hearing.
BYLAW NO.: 5110 APPLICATION NOS. RZ100415 / DV100068
BYLAW NO.: 5116 APPLICATION NO. RZ100409
Orca Pacific Developments Inc. 3888 - 252 Street Aldergrove, BC V4W 1Z6
OWNERS:
BYLAW NO. 5110
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OWNER/ AGENT:
BYLAW NO. 5116
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Proposed Zoning Changes
Harvinder and Harjinder Dhindsa 20535 - 69 Avenue Langley, BC V2Y 1R2
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Amrik and Harjinder Dhindsa 2820 Burns Road Port Coquitlam, BC V3E 3G7 Karminder Dhami 18652 - 54 Avenue Surrey, BC V3S 8L5
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AGENT:
Aplin & Martin Consultants Ltd. 201, 12448 - 82 Avenue Surrey, BC V3W 3E9
LOCATION:
20515, 20535, and 20557 - 69 Avenue (see Map 2)
LEGALS:
Lot 33 Section 14 Township 8 New Westminster District Plan 45001; Lot 34 Section 14 Township 8 New Westminster District Plan 45001; Lot 35 Section 14 Township 8 New Westminster District Plan 45001
PURPOSE:
PROPOSAL:
Bylaw No. 5116 proposes to rezone property from Suburban Residential Zone SR-2 to Residential Zone R-1A and Residential Compact Lot Zone R-CL(B). This application will allow the development of 20 single family lots..
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MAP 2 AND TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that a copy of Township of Langley Bylaw Nos. 5110 and 5116; Development Variance Permit No. 100068; and relevant background material may be inspected between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, from October 9 to 20, both inclusive, at the Community Development Division Development Services counter, 2nd floor, Township of Langley Civic Facility, 20338 - 65 Avenue or online at tol.ca/hearing. Date:
Monday, October 20
Time:
7pm
Place:
Township of Langley Civic Facility
Address:
20338 - 65 Avenue Community Development Division 604.533.6034
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Online Survey: Help Reduce Litter and Illegal Dumping
Don’t Pay to Dispose of Those Gently Used Items
Until Everyone Comes Home: Variety Show and Vignettes
Over the years, the Township of Langley has received more and more requests to respond to litter and illegal dumping – and the trend is rising. Our community is growing, we are creating more waste, and yet we all know we need to reduce the amount of garbage we are throwing in the landfill.
Heading to the Langley Transfer Station? There may be things in your load that can be reused.
Join the Langley Centennial Museum and Trinity Western University’s School of Arts, Media + Culture for an entertainment experience of a lifetime with local musicians, singers, and comedians performing songs and routines from the 1940s, commemorating the World War II entertainment era.
That is why the Township of Langley is working on an anti-litter and illegal dumping strategy – and we need your feedback. Please take five minutes of your time to complete a short survey on tol.ca/environment. Your input matters to us. For more information, contact: Engineering Division 604.532.7300 opsinfo@tol.ca
Metro Vancouver is running a trial reuse program at the Langley Transfer Station (1070 - 272 Street, Aldergrove) until October 26, and your gently used items are welcome. Items such as clothing, books, furniture, kitchenware, and barbecues can be donated. Only those items normally accepted at the transfer station and in suitable condition will be collected. For a complete listing of acceptable items as well as the hours of operation, visit metrovancouver.org. Metro Vancouver 604.432.6200
Date: Time: Place: Address:
Saturday, November 1 2pm Chief Sepass Theatre 9096 Trattle Street, Fort Langley
If you like Bing Crosby, Deanna Durbin, Glen Miller, the Andrew Sisters, Vera Lynn, Abbott and Costello, and Wayne and Shuster, get your tickets at the museum, at museum.tol.ca, or 604.532.3536. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Langley Centennial Museum 604.532.3536
After-Hours Emergency Contact 604.543.6700
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Kodiaks lose two in a row in overtime By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star
For their second game in a row the Aldergrove Kodiaks took an overtime loss, falling 6-5 to the Ridge Meadows Flames at Planet Ice, Friday, Oct. 10. The OT loss followed a similar score at home versus the Langley Knights Oct. 8, but the losses at least provided a pair of points to give the Kodiaks 10 points after 10 games (3-3-1-3) and put them in second place in the Harold Brittain conference. The Knights sit at number one with 12 points after nine games. The Kodiaks outshot the Flames 39-33 and scored twice on eight power plays, while the Flames were blank on three power plays. The Kodiaks were up 1-0 at the start of the second after Brandon Dolby scored at 17:40 of the first, assisted by Maximilian Fritz and William Mann. The Flames scored twice in the second before Kodiak Dylan Geiger
scored, assisted by Nolan Wallinger and Dryden West to even it up. However, the Flames closed the second period with one more to put them up 3-2. The Kodiaks scored three times in the third period, but the Flames closed the period with two more to set the overtime play. Scorers for Aldergrove were Jordan Funk from Cameron Davitt and Joshua Poitras, and the two power plays by Elvis Jansons from Eric Callegari and Davit, and by Callegari from Davitt and Poitras. Both teams had power plays in the first overtime but it was Grant Rostvig who scored for the Flames at 2:16 of the second power play. KNIGHTS KNOCK KODIAKS It was a hard-fought battle between the Aldergrove Kodiaks and Langley Knights but the Knights pulled out a 5-4 overtime victory in the dying second of their power play for the win, Oct. 8 at Aldergrove Arena.
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Aldergrove Kodiaks’ #91 Quinncy Leroux scores unassisted on Langley Knights’ goalie Cole Forbes in a dazzling skate past #6 Jacob Fricks and #4 Blake Gorrill in the second period of their Oct. 8 game at Aldergrove Arena.
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Aldergrove Kodiaks’ #93 Jordan Funk puts pressure on the Langley Knights’ goalie Cole Forbes and #6 Jacob Fricks in the first period of their Oct. 8 game at Aldergrove Arena.
It was the first time the two local teams had met since the North Delta Devils moved to Langley and took the new name, albeit with many of the Devils’ senior players on their roster. The result put the Knights at the top of the Harold Brittain conference with 10 points after eight games (5-30-0), and the Kodiaks in third place with nine points after 10 games (3-31-2). The Knights were up 2-0 in the first period before Kodiak Dryden Wust scored at 12:51, unassisted. The Knights scored once more that period, on a power play, before Kodiak captain Aaron Markin scored at 19:59 to make it 3-2 for the Knights at the start of the second period. The Kodiaks scored the only two goals of the second to put the hometown team up 4-3. Kodiaks’ scorers were Quinncy Leroux, unassisted, and Jordan Funk on a power play, from Matt Oliver and Cameron Davitt.
Knight Levi De Wall notched his second goal of the night early in the third to put the game into overtime. De Wall made it a hat trick at 47 seconds into the overtime for their win. The Kodiaks outshot the Knights 34-25 but the Kodiaks’ four penalty kills in the third and overtime were their downfall. Kodiak Eric Callegari was game first star, Knight Levi De Wall was second and Kodiak Jordan Funk was third. The Kodiaks return to Aldergrove Arena to host North Vancouver Wolf Pack on Wednesday, Oct. 15, puck drop at 7:15 p.m. (after Star press deadline, see website for update: www.aldergrovestar.com). The Kodiaks travel to Port Moody to take on the Panthers this Saturday, Oct. 18 and host the Grandview Steelers at Aldergrove Arene, Wednesday, Oct. 22, puck drop 7:15 p.m. On the following night, Oct. 23, the Kodiaks travel to Langley to take on the Knights at Preston Arena.
De Waal does it all for Langley Knights By GARY AHUJA Aldergrove Star
Levi De Waal has a unique skill set. After all, how many hockey players can start the game by singing the national anthem and then let their play on the ice lead to first star honours? But that is not out of the ordinary
for the 20-year-old who both leads the Langley Knights junior B hockey club in scoring and serves as the national anthem singer most home games at the George Preston Recreation Centre. De Waal first sang the anthem in his rookie season four years ago when the Knights franchise was in North Delta.
A healthy scratch that night, he offered to sing the national anthem instead of the usual taped version being piped into the arena. “I thought it might be a cool thing to sing it and the boys got a good rise out of that,” De Waal recalled. He didn’t sing the anthem again until
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last year, and this season — the Knights’ first in Langley — he has sung twice out of the team’s first five home games. “I always like the comments on the ice after you sing,” he said. “You hear the odd chirp, but most of the boys, they all love it.” SEE: Page 16
De Waal sings anthem.
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Two organizations in Langley are receiving more than $35,000 in support thanks to Community Gaming Grants, announced Fort Langley-Aldergrove MLA Rich Coleman. BC Secondary Schools Football Association received $28,000 and the Fort Langley Rowing Society received $8,000. “The goal of our organization is to encourage and foster the game of football for secondary students throughout the province,” said BC Secondary Schools Football Association treasurer George Zarelli. “The gaming grant helps us promote good sportsmanship among players and coaches alike.” “Rowing is a sport that benefits youth in many ways. Not only does it increase physical fitness, creating a healthier youth population, it promotes teamwork, respect, personal responsibility, leadership skills, commitment and builds confidence,” said Fort Langley Rowing Society vice president Sharon DeLalla. “The camaraderie and strong team dynamic exhibited by the FLYRS is evi-
denced at every practice and at every regatta we attend. The interest in youth rowing in Langley continues to grow and with that comes the need for more equipment. The grant contributes to our ability to serve the youth in our community, giving them the opportunity to participate and compete in the sport of rowing.” “B.C. is home to some pretty impressive talent in the field of amateur sport,” said Coleman. “Whether it be football or skating, it is important to support our young athletes and provide them with the opportunity to achieve their dreams” These grants have been awarded under the sports category of the Community Gaming Grant program, which allows non-profit organizations to apply for provincial gaming revenues from the Ministry of Community, Sport and Cultural Development. Gaming grants are also awarded in the categories of Arts and Culture, Public Safety, Environment and Human and Social Services. Organizations interested in applying for Community Gaming Grants can find full application information at pssg.gov. bc.ca/gaming.
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And this season, it is more than just De Waal’s voice which is making him stand out. Through the first nine games of the Pacific Junior Hockey League season, De Waal leads Langley with 11 goals and 13 assists. That puts him second in league scoring, although on a points-per-game average, he is tops at 2.7 points per game. That includes a four-goal game last week (Oct. 8) in a 5-4 overtime victory against the Aldergrove Kodiaks at Aldergrove Arena, the rink he played much of his minor hockey with through the ranks of the Aldergrove Minor Hockey Association. Despite his torrid scoring pace, De Waal is quick to deflect credit. “Our line has been really productive so far,” he said about his wingers Carson Rose and Dylan McCann. In fact, the night after De Waal’s four-goal game, Rose topped it by scoring five goals in a 9-6 win over the Delta Ice Hawks. “It is always easier to put up the points when you are prepared and you have good line-mates,” De Waal said. Prior to this season, De Waal had primarily played on the third and fourth lines in his first three years of junior. De Waal, who is six-foot-four and 185 pounds, had 13 goals in 43 games two seasons ago and a dozen goals in 44 games last year. Knights head coach and general manager John Craighead — his coach since the 2012/13 season — said the off-season work De Waal put in is paying dividends. “When I took over, I saw some great stuff in him, some great tendencies,” Craighead said. “He just had to mature and continue to work hard and through that, he has been rewarded. “He is a guy that needs to work hard and go the dirty areas and that is what he has been doing and he is getting rewarded for it. “And in return, he is being put with good players for his hard work. Through team success comes individual success.”
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Langley Knights’ leading scorer Levi De Waal celebrates a goal during the junior B hockey club’s season opener. Craighead added that De Waal is great at handling pressure and this season, he is leading by example, letting his play do the talking. In his final season of junior hockey, De Waal is hoping to earn a call-up to the junior A level and to see where or how far hockey can take him. He also has multiple options he can choose to pursue: for the past year and a half, De Waal has been working on becoming a fully licensed real estate agent. But what also intrigues him is continuing his passion for music. Since he was six years old De Waal has taken piano lessons through the Royal Conservatory of Music. “I have been playing music as long as I have been playing hockey; they are my two passions in life,” he said. De Waal is a self-taught guitar player and learned to play the saxophone in the high school band at Langley Christian — he played in his grandpa’s saxophone band, the Royal Heirs — and sang in his school’s jazz band. He graduated from Langley Christian in 2012. He has also begun writing songs and recording music. Last month,
he released his first single in iTunes, a song called ‘Convertible.’ “I absolutely love it, that is something I will always have with me, no matter how old I get,” he said about the fact he has released a song. “I think the sound that I have got is a real funky, groovy sound, which is different from today’s pop music.” He would love to continue writing music with the hopes of one day hearing his songs played on radio stations and “spreading my work with the world.” But in the meantime, he is just focusing on his two passions: hockey and music. While hockey tends to take up a couple of hours each day with training, practice and games, De Waal makes sure to commit at least an hour a day to music. “They are both completely different. On the one side, you have something that is rough and tough,” he said. “And then on the other side, I can sit behind the piano and it is quite the quiet, laid-back thing. “It is certainly nice to have them both, it adds a lot of diversity to my life.”
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Heavyweight Champion Aaron Downey will defend his title against Bryan Colwell. This five-rounder will see action from start to finish. The semi main event will see Jared Revel take on Samuel Moses for the Classic Heavyweight City title in a four-round bout.
A women’s Welterweigh bout will see Tamara Wolfe take on Sarah Eden Nicole Fraske in a fourround City Title fight. Tickets are $30 at the door, with ages 12 and under free. All bouts are sanctioned by British Columbia Combative Sports Association.
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Aldergrove Secondary Senior Boys Aim for Playoffs
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Photo at left: Aldergrove Secondary school’s Corey Reid (at left in blue jersey) battles for the ball against St. John Brebeuf school player in senior boys’ high school soccer, Tuesday, Oct. 7 at Aldergrove Athletic Park. Aldergrove Secondary school’s senior boys’ high school soccer team (above) is aiming to make the playoffs for the Fraser Valley high school soccer championships.
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Aldergrove Seniors Bridge Club - has been active at the OAP Hall for years. They would like some new members for Partnership Bridge Friday evenings at 7 p.m., except the second Friday in the month. Cost is $4 a night. Info: phone Carol at 604-607-0504. Aldergrove Pensioners and Seniors - Monday, Oct. 20 is the OAP meeting. Pensioners and seniors welcome and needed at 1 p.m. at OAP Hall, 3015 - 273 Street, Aldergrove. Members of the groups using the hall also welcome. Demystifying Mushrooms - Sunday, Oct. 26, 12:30-4:30 p.m. at Campbell Valley Regional Park, Township Of Langley. Learn to identify mushrooms without harvesting them. Investigate fungi traits and ecological roles. Indoor presentation followed by a slow 2km trail walk. Bring a field guide if you have one and dress for the weather. For ages 15-plus. Cost: $4.25 youth/senior; $8 adult. Advance registration required. To register, go to www.metrovancouveronline.org, or call 604-4326359 and use barcode 5905. Beyond Fibre Artisan Show and Sale - Langley Weavers’ and Spinners’ Guild Annual Juried Show
and Sale, Sat., Nov. 8, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Fort Langley Community Hall, 9167 Glover Road. Admission by donation. Beyond Fibre features woven, knitted, spun and felted items handcrafted by Guild members as well as jewellery, pottery, leather work, soaps and more made by other local artists. Are you a fibre artist? Visit the Wool Room for yarn, fibre, supplies and equipment. Door prizes, silent auction and ongoing demonstrations of spinning and weaving. Info: LWSG Beyond Fibre Artisan Sale (www.lwsg.org) eBooks and More - Learn how to select and download free eBooks, eAudiobooks and magazines from the library to your computer, eReader or other devices. Bring your eReader or device (if you have one) and your questions. Registration required. At Walnut Grove Library, Thursday, Oct. 23, 7-8:30 p.m. Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security - Join a Citizen Services specialist from Service Canada to discover the many benefits available under the CPP and OAS. Learn about eligibility, when to apply, how to access, required documentation, and who
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use them and why quality matters. Discover nine everyday oils that help with stress, headaches, pain, insomnia, colds and much more. Registration appreciated. Call 604-514-2855 or visit at 20399 Douglas Crescent in Langley to let library know you are coming to this program. Fraser Valley Watercolour Society - welcomes watercolourists to join us on Thursday, Oct. 30, 7-9 p.m. at WJ Mouat Secondary School, Art Room 307 for a fun evening featuring local artist Pat Maertz presenting a demo on Creating Texture with Watercolour. Drop-in fee for non-members is $5. For info or to reserve your spot for the demo, call Carol Portree at 604-850-9694. Visit website at www.MyArtClub.com Creekside Villa Complex Craft and Bake Sale - Saturday, Nov. 15, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at 2743529A Ave., Aldergrove. Organizers will be collecting non-perishable donations for the Aldergrove Food Bank. Free coffee for everyone. Come check us out, just off 273rd and Fraser Highway. The Price of Procrastination - Is the clutter in your home overwhelming you? Do you feel stressed and unable to sleep because of it? Are you reluctant to invite friends to your untidy home? Attend this workshop to learn the three basic techniques that will leave you feeling motivated to tackle your de-cluttering. Presented by professional organizer Ranka Burzan, Saturday Nov. 8, 2 p.m. at Murrayville Library. Phone the library at 604533-0339 to reserve a seat. Jim Byrnes - with special guest Babe Gurr, Wednesday, Nov. 5 at the ACT Arts Centre & Theatre in Maple Ridge. Tickets $32.50
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Charge by phone at 1-855-9855000, online at ticketmaster.ca. Sesame Street Live - Dec. 1314 with four performances at Abbotsford Centre. Saturday, Dec. 13, 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 14, 1 and 4:30 p.m. Tickets (incl. GST) $22, $38 (Gold Circle) and $68 (Sunny Seats) plus FMF and service charges, available at: abbotsfordcentre.ca, Venue Box Office, all Ticketmaster Outlets, By phone 1-855-985-5000. Sts. Joachim & Ann’s Christmas Craft Fair - Friday, Nov. 14, 4 to 9 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Aldergrove. Handmade goods from local artisans and crafters, along with baked goods and preserves. Whether you’re looking for the perfect present, charming Christmas ornaments, or the ultimate strawberry jam, you’ll find it here. Hungry? Serving chili and pie for supper on Friday night, or you can join us for a light lunch on Saturday afternoon. Artisans and crafters: Tables rent for $30 and corners for $50. To rent a space, or for info contact: Ann 604-8572902 or Pauline 604-287-6153. TOPS – Take Off Pounds Sensibly a non profit weight loss support group, evening group meets Monday night in Aldergrove. New chapter has started on Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St Dunstans church in Aldergrove. Info: phone Susan at 604-856-1138 or Lynda at 604-856-8014. Max & Ruby in Nutcracker Suite - Saturday, Nov. 15 at the Clarke Theatre in Mission. Tickets $29.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) available at all Ticketmaster locations. Charge by phone or online at www.ticketmaster.ca. Conversation Circle - Practice your English at the library. Improve your conversation skills, learn about the library’s ESL resources, and meet new friends. Walnut Grove Library, Wednesday, Sept. 18-25, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
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Ketter seeks Township school trustee seat Aldergrove Star
Kristine Ketter has announced her intention to seek one of the five trustee seats in Langley Township, on the Langley Board of Education. She has spent the past eight years observing the board’s activities in detail and feels that, with the knowledge she has gained, she would be a valuable addition to the board. A wife and mother of two children, both of whom currently attend local Langley District Schools in the Walnut Grove area, she and her family have resided in Langley since 2006. Previously they lived in Victoria and Kelowna. Prior to staying home to support her children, she worked as a sign lan-
guage interpreter for the deaf in the Central Okanagan School District for eight years. The experience of working with children with special needs in a classroom setting gave her valuable insight into their unique needs, and how to help students stay engaged in their class activities and their peers. While she does extensive volunteer work, she no longer works outside the home. She said that, if elected, she will have the capability to dedicate her time to getting inside schools, speaking with students, parents, teachers, and support staff to find out what works, what doesn’t, and how things can be changed for the better.
“I have been involved with B.C.’s education system in a variety of capacities for nearly 20 years now. I remain committed to improving the education system for all children. I am a passionate advocate for education, inclusion of all students in a safe and engaging environment, personalized learning, and encouraging rich and engaging learning opportunities,” she said. “We are on the edge of a paradigm shift in how students are being taught. I would like to be a part of bringing all stakeholders together to understand what these changes are and how they will affect our children’s future for the better.” Ketter is the current president
of Langley District Parent Advisory district. Council (DPAC). However, in accor“There are a number of important dance with DPAC policy, she is tak- decisions to be made in the next few ing a leave of absence during this years. I want to be a part of those discampaign period. cussions. It is of utmost importance “My roles have been that the Board of Education many, including providing have a complete and sound input and feedback at the understanding of all stakeschool, district, and proholder views before making vincial levels. I am also the decisions that will affect the chair of Langley Parents future of education for our as Partners in Learning children in the Langley com(LPPL) and sit on sevmunity.” eral community commitShe welcomes comtees on behalf of LPPL. ments about education I believe that my experiissues. She can be contacted Kristine Ketter ences have helped me to at KristineKetter@shaw. develop and deep understanding of ca. Her campaign website is www. the strengths and weaknesses of this KristineKetter.com.
Ross seeks eighth term on Langley Board of Education Aldergrove Star
Rod Ross is seeking his eighth term as a member of Langley Board of Education. First elected in 1990, he has been a member of the board since that time, except for the period 1996-99. He is running for one of the five Langley Township seats on the board. He said the current board is functioning well, the district is healthy financially, its leadership is passionate and committed to excellence and it has a new vision to be an “innovative,
inspiring and unified learning community.” He pointed out that three new schools have opened, a new superintendent has been hired, the accumulated $13.5 million deficit has been paid back and the district is in an enviable position as compared to many other school districts. Ross is concerned about the need for more school facilities, particularly in the fast-growing Willoughby area, where “growth is going through the roof,” he said.
“We have set the task for our Ross is also calling for testing the teachers to create an environment emergency preparedness protocols in where “learners are knowlplace in Langley schools, to edgeable, skilled and ensure that schools will be innovative,” and we will ready for a big earthquake. have to model this at the “My belief is that board table even more so. schools will be expected to It is time for us to look for support the broader cominnovative ways to design, munity that it lives within. build and fund our buildTherefore, our level of ings. The current paradigm preparedness needs to be Rod Ross of the government fundelevated to go beyond our ing our every building need must be school walls,” he said. challenged.” Ross noted that he always uses the
tagline “We are all in this together” in his campaigns, and “it is still foundational for me in everything I do. Langley schools and community is a great place to learn, work and live, but we must never forget that it is a team we play on and no one succeeds when someone loses. Life is not meant to be a zero-sum game. “We must ensure that every student is successful. Our society cannot afford to to lose even one. It may seem quaint, but I do believe we can do great things together.”
‘Angry Mom’ Lorraine Baldwin seeks school trustee seat Aldergrove Star
Willoughby parent Lorraine Baldwin has announced her candidacy for trustee for the Langley Board of Education. She is seeking one of the five Township seats on the board. “Google ‘Lorraine Baldwin’ and ‘Langley’ and you’ll discover my track record of advocacy for Langley’s children,” she said. “As a parent and a person concerned about those who have been marginalized, I cannot stand back and let this story unfold the way it is. The board has
done some great work in the last couple of years, and I think I can use my expertise and my voice to help drive those changes further.” She has lived in Willoughby for nine years with her husband Kevin, an instructor at BCIT, and her daughters Jessica (age 11) and Lauren (age 9). Their family has experienced firsthand the challenges the school district is facing as a result of overcrowding and unsustainable practices in the community. She is determined to ensure that the drive for develop-
ment throughout the rest of Langley does not override the educational needs of the children who live there. “Some people call me an ‘angry mom’,” she said. “They’re right. I am angry. I’m angry that many children are in overcrowded schools. I’m angry that teachers and parents are subsidizing our school system because the government is failing to meet its obligations. I’m angry that resources for children in need are being cut and that their voices are not being heard. I want to do everything
I can to help and that’s why I’m run- strategic integrated communications ning for trustee.” for a wide range of public, She promises to engage private and non-profit orgawith the community to fosnizations. Currently, she is ter an educational ecosystem a win strategist with IBM, through a commitment to a position she has held for collaboration, transparency, over seven years. and trust. She will also leverTo engage with her, you age her professional skills can find her on Twitter at @ and expertise to advocate for LorraineJLola or email her Lorraine Baldwin at lorrainebaldwin2014@ Langley’s children. With more than 25 years of expe- gmail.com. You can also communirience in the communications indus- cate with her via Facebook at www. try, she has held various roles in facebook.com/LorraineJBaldwin.
Trustee hopeful Moore advocates for special needs, playgrounds Aldergrove Star
Lisa Moore, a resident of Brookswood in Langley, has decided after many years of advocating for special needs children to run for the Langley Board of education. She is seeking one of the five positions open on the board in Langley Township on election day on Nov. 15. After being a single mother for many years, and in recent years adopting three special needs children to join her other two biological chil-
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ments, school counsellors, greater Langley schools. There have been speech therapy hours, increased spe- fundraisers for laptops, projectors, cial needs assistant hours iPads, cameras, basic toys, and before and after school books and educational care for all of her children. material. She has been the vice“The most outstanding president of the Belmont issue facing most Langley Elementary PAC for the schools is the need for past two years, and she has new playgrounds that are been astonished to see how being deemed as dangermany resources are being ous and being removed paid for by the parents of from schools. Parents and Lisa Moore the children who attend the community are the ones
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Along the drive route, there were several NASCAR stops, one at the Hall of Fame, and another at Joe Gibbs Racing and a third at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. This was all to emphasize just how American the Camry has become. The chief engineer of the 2015 Camry is from Michigan, not Japan, as was the case with the rest of the crew that updated over 2000 parts on this latest sedan. The car is Toyota’s cornerstone in the United States, thanks in part to the association the brand and the car has with the immensely popular NASCAR series and the long reputation it has for reliability and value. It is the most popular passenger car in North America and number one in the United States. However, that is not the case in Canada, where it lies third in the Toyota lineup behind the Corolla and RAV4.
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or email: len@mokahouse.com LOCAL Craft Manufacturing Company located in Mission, looking for reliable people to hand make crafts and jewelry from home. Training provided in the Lower Mainland at no cost to you. Unlimited earning potential. Please leave your Name and Number only at 604-826-4651 or email us at craftmanufacturing@gmail.com. We respond to ALL calls and messages in priority as quickly as possible.
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The editor will have a passion for, and is comfortable with, all aspects of multimedia journalism including diverse writing capabilities and advanced photography and video skills. You have a track record of turning around well-written, fact-based, concise, well-produced content quickly, for posting online immediately—with collateral (text, photos and video). You have demonstrable skills in all aspects of web journalism and a strong grasp of social media best practices (Twitter, Facebook, etc.). Candidates should have a diploma/degree in journalism, or a related field. The Agassiz Harrison Observer is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest privately held, independent newspaper company with more than 150 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii. Those interested should email a resume, writing samples and a cover letter to: Carly Ferguson publisher@ahobserver.com Deadline for applications is 5:00pm Thursday, October 30, 2014. Thank you to all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Very busy Okanagan Subaru dealership requires immediately a Service Manager. Must enjoy a fastpaced working environment and have a minimum of fiveyears automotive management experience including, parts, service, and warranty. This is a full-time position which includes competitive wages and full benefit package. Please reply in person, email or fax your resume to: Hilltop Subaru,4407 27th Street, Vernon, BC Atten: Dayna Kosmino dckosmino@hilltopsubaru.com Fax: 250-542-1778
SALES AUTO SALES PROFESSIONALS
2 experienced SALES PEOPLE required with positive attitudes. We provide an Excellent Pay Plan & Bonuses. In store training & large customer base. Great new & used vehicle inventory to sell. Please e-mail or fax resume: ned@abbynissan.com Fax: 604-857-1469
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LOEWEN Welding Mfg., Abbotsford, looking for experienced welders/fitters with 3 or more years of experience, work week is Mon.Thurs. 10 hrs. a day, fax resume to 604-826-6051 or email gord@loewenwelding.com
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CLEANING SERVICES
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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GARDENING
604-575-5555
604-746-6777
Open Early > Open Late Mon. to Fri. 9-9pm & Sat. 9-3pm
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TONY’’S PAINTING
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PLUMBING
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PRESSURE WASHING
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HOMES WANTED
Auto Financing - Dream Catcher, Apply Today! Drive Today!
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call Ian 604-724-6373
.Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
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HANDYPERSONS
COMPLETE Handyman Services: new decks, house repairs, additions, power washing. Great rates, references. Call Mike 604.319.0273
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VEHICLES WANTED
WANTED: VW dune buggy with fiberglass body. 604-883-9768.
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633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofing & Siding. WCB Re-roofing, New Roof Gutters & Replace Fascia 604-812-9721
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POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
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AUTO FINANCING
STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.
BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
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MISC. FOR SALE
SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.
ELECTRICAL
MIND BODY SPIRIT
CHANEL SPA Top Quality Services...
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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
RELAXATION BODY CARE 604-859-2998 #4 - 2132 Clearbrook Road, Abby
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EUROPEAN LADY, experienced housecleaning. Avail Saturdays. Affordable rates. Call 778-240-8706.
PERSONAL SERVICES
HIGH VOLTAGE ADVERTISING
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SERVICE DEPARTMENT Personnel required. Busy expanding Chrysler dealership 40 minutes from Edmonton looking for individuals to fill the following position: Journeyman Automotive Service Technicians. Flat rate system. Wages commensurate with training level and experience. Chrysler experience preferred but not essential, apprentices considered. Apply in person or by writing to: Brown’s Chrysler Ltd., 10447 - 104 Ave., Westlock, AB, T7P 2E4. 1-888-3495566. Fax: 1-780-349-6493. Attention: Dale Marshall or email: dfm@brownschrysler.com.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly &
Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855
RUBBISH REMOVAL
YARD CARE / JUNK REMOVAL Odd Jobs. Inside / Outside * Gardening Beds * Weed Removal REMOVAL OF ANYTHING / SIZE: APPLIANCES & ELECTRONICS. PRESSURE WASHING Dave 604-825-0066
New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $94,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $69,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS The Scrapper
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Are You $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783
Advertising Sales Consultant
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We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan coupled with a strong benefit package. Black Press has more than 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless. Please submit your resume with a cover letter by Monday October 21, 2014 to: Rita Walters, Publisher Peace Arch News, #200 - 2411 - 160th St., Surrey, BC V3S 0C8 or email to publisher@peacearchnews.com
No phone calls please.
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MURPHBROS Contracting - specializing in windows, doors, siding, decks, floors and all types of interior finishing. Liability insurance and Wcb. *WINTER WINDOW SPECIALS ON NOW* Call Shaun 778823-6939 or murphbroscontracting@gmail.com
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MOVING & STORAGE PETS
AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
The Peace Arch News, a twice-weekly award-winning newspaper has an outstanding opportunity for a fulltime experienced sales person.
The successful candidate will have a minimum of two years of sales experience – preferably in the advertising or retail industry. The ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service is a must. The winning candidate will be a team player, a strong communicator, well organized and self-motivated. The ability to work in an extremely fast paced environment with a positive attitude is a must. A car and valid driver's license is required.
Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
604-537-4140 329 PAINTING & DECORATING Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046
TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca BUSINESS AND FINANCE: Seeking a business opportunity or partner? Posting legal notices? Need investors, agents or distributors, this is where you advertise. Call
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HOME CARE
Adult home care avail Abbotsford, Aldergrove & Langley. Fully qualified with CPR. Criminal record check, Food Safe. Good driving record. Services available cooking, cleaning, shopping & transportation to appts. For more details call Marina (778)552-8944
MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
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EQUESTRIAN
COURSE CEDAR HOG FUEL
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PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
Linwood Place Apts: 604-530-6555 1 & 2 bdrm apts, $650-$900/mo. Ask about our Move-In BONUS.
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fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977
1 or 2 bdrm suites, on the border of Aldergrove/Abbotsford, Walking distance to Safeway & schools. N/P, N/S, Everything included. Avail immed. 604.832.9800
Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $675. 1-604-794-5844
ALDERGROVE - 1 Bdrm grnd floor suite, close to amens. $650/mo incl utils. N/S, N/P. 778-668-0500
NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com
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www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. Searching for your dream home or selling it? This is the location. Listings include everything from acreage, farms/ranches to condos and waterfront homes.
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SUITES, LOWER
ABBOTSFORD; 1 Bdrm, $700 incl utils, newer appl, W/D. Close to Aldergrove Safeway, Roundhouse Dr. N/S, N/P. Avail now. 604-625-3625
CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at:
APARTMENT/CONDO
ALDERGROVE 50+ Adult Building. 1 & 2 Bdrm apts. Central location. Phone 604-317-1926
Call 604-856-6500
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, Efficient & Quality Paint. 778.245.9069
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GARAGE SALES
SOUTH Surrey GARAGE/MOVING SALE. Monday October 13th, 10 am - 2 pm. Antiques, furniture, household items, garage storage shelves. #70 14655 32 Ave. Must park outside the complex.
WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com
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MEDICAL SUPPLIES
USED SCOOTERS in Great Cond.
Mostly SHOPRIDER. All Sizes. Comfort Plus Mobility 20412 Fraser Hwy, Langley Phone: 604-539-8200 Auto Financing Dream Team - www.iDreamAuto.com or call 1.800.961.7022
AUTO FINANCING
In the matter of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act, Aggressive Auto Towing 63 West Railway, Abbotsford, BC V2S 8B6. 604-854-5669 claims a Warehouseman’s Lien against the following vehicles: OGDEN JUSTIN THOMAS, 13 Celestine Road, Vernon, BC V1H 2A3 1978 Ford pick- up VIN# X14SKAE5427 amount owing: $6614.95 OLIVER SARA ROSE, 12304 Rolley Lake Street Mission, BC V4S 1C8 2007 Lincoln Navigator VIN# 5LMFU28557LJ12272 amount owing: $11,923.86 WINTER KEITH, 8884 Elm Street Chilliwack, BC V2P 4Y7 TURNER MORGAN 211-5374 203rd Street Langley, BC V2P 4Y7 1994 Geo Tracker VIN# 2CNBE18UOR6900937 amount owing: $5413.87 If the said vehicles are not claimed by October 18th, 2014 they will be sold or disposed of to cover costs.
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This is the one you’ve been waiting for, 1800 sq ft with a view of Langley City on a 1/3 acre lot. With back yard access and a workshop to boot could have suites for income or help. This is a custom built home with all the features and 9’ ceilings as well not a drive by, neat and clean or spotless is a better word to describe this one. Have it all in a great location of the city. Building a hot rod…bring it here.
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26 ACRES
ANY SIZE ANY PRICE ANY CONDITION
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Completely redone 2 bedroom modular home in Aldergrove For Sale here quick possession possible. This has new everything and all you have to do is move in it even has a work shop in the back yard. Cute cozy and clean this is one worth looking into, you even have your own yard here.
CALL DAN TODAY! 604-857-1100
SOLD All cleared and In Hay land - over 430 feet of frontage. Older farm house on property plus 40 x 80 real shop and 80’ x 108’ cattle/hay barn - good driveways 3 phase power, city water, natural gas... Got Big Trucks? Bring em over! This is a well cared for property, ready to farm - no clearing to do.
Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100 $ 179,900
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PORT KELLS WAREHOUSE FOR SALE
1000 sq ft plus almost full mezzanine. Quick possession possible. Automotive ok here. Call Dan Flokstra.
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51” SAMSUNG FLAT SCREEN TV! ELIGIBLE COSTCO MEMBERS RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL
MSRP
$20,295
$
2014 SONIC
19,390 #E0433
#E0115
MSRP
CLEARANCE
1000
$
ON MOST NEW VEHICLES
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LOADED WITH NAVIGATION, SUEDE SEATING, V6
$20,595
122 BIWEEKLY 0% @ 84 months
$
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249 BIWEEKLY
$
0% @ 84 months
2014 CTS AWD
#E0227
DEMO!
#E0213
$61,215 CLEARANCE
MSRP
$
50,985
$
DEMO!
199BIWEEKLY
LEASE
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