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Another fatality on Lougheed Highway Mayor calls for medians in eastern section By Phil M elnyc h u k pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com

The photo at yet another memorial site set up along Lougheed Highway shows a young man hamming it up for the camera with his girlfriend. Pasted on to the photo that rests on the bank a few metres from speeding traffic, is a hand-drawn heart and the message ‘I love you always.’ Read The cross resting on the bank bears the name Cory Wik and according to a gofundme description, he would have helped anybody. “He is remembered as the humble person he was, by many, who would give his last shirt off his back to anyone, even if he didn’t like them,” says Trina Marie who set up the Help Us Say Goodbye to Cory Wik page. “There truly was not an evil bone in his body, he just wasn’t made that way. He supported so many in their times of weakness and helped them through their darkest moments.” According to Ridge Meadows RCMP, the three-vehicle crash, involving a car, SUV and pickup truck, happened at about 9 a.m. Thursday, (Feb. 5) in the 25500-block of Lougheed Highway. One person died at the scene and three others were taken to hospital. See Crash, 4

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Traps set on biking trails Five obstacles laid across Bear Ridge By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com

Someone is deliberately dragging deadfalls and fallen logs across a trail in Maple Ridge, in a way that could be dangerous to mountain bikers, says a local cycling enthusiast. So-called “trail traps” have also plagued North Vancouver in the past month, and now are being found in Maple Ridge. A week ago, Dean Wilkes found five obstacles placed on Bear Ridge Trail – a path that

runs between 248th and 256th streets, just north of 102nd Avenue. “I go mountain biking with my kids on these trails. There’s big potential for someone to get hurt,” he said. At first, he wondered whether it was intentional. The giveaway was a section where five logs were placed on the path, creating an obstacle that only a person on foot could traverse. Wilkes said he was the person who originally cut the five logs, after he bucked a fallen tree. He cut it into five sections, which were still so heavy that only a fit man could move them, and pushed them to the side.

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Haney girls connecting the dots Building care packages for homeless By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com

orking at the Salvation Army Caring Place during the holiday season had a profound effect on a group of Leadership students at Thomas Haney Secondary, and with a little help from local businesses, they want to do more for the homeless people of Maple Ridge. “It was kind of scary at first. We didn’t know what to expect,” said student Taylor Beare. But she said all the seven girls in her group were moved by the people and their stories. “Even though they’re not in the best situations, a lot of them stay positive, and they have things to say.” She remembers a man of about 50, who was homeless but close to celebrating a full year of being drug-free. He was excited at seeing his family for the first time in many years over Christmas. “It’s not always that they’ve made terrible choices – some of them have just had bad situations in their lives,” said Beare. “All of us left with a desire to help them out. They’re just people.” The group’s goal is to build at least 50 care packages and distribute them to street people. They will include toothbrushes, travel-size shampoo bottles, socks, gloves, granola bars and other simple but useful items. “Things we think are just so ordinary are hard for them to get,” said Beare. Their plan is to distribute the packages outside of the Caring Place on Feb. 27. Any of what they

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So far, the local business community has shown a willingness to help. “Everyone we’ve talked to seems really supportive,” said Beare.

Their Leadership class is working on projects themed “Connect the Dots,” which is about creating connections among their peers, teachers and the community. Their Leadership teacher, Grant Frend, who is also the principal at Thomas Haney, was impressed by the care package project. “It’s cool to watch – there’s something powerful about them creating their own ideas,” said Frend. “They aim high.” He said there are valuable lessons in having students volunteer to help people living in the street. “We’re all people and we all have feelings, and we’re more alike than we are different,” said Frend. The Salvation Army has numerous schools, including elementary students, who come to the Caring Place to volunteer their time. “It has a profound effect on kids who come in,” said Amelia Norrie, the public relations coordinator for the Caring Place. “It’s near for them to see a different side of the community.” She said the Haney girls are striking the right note with their plan to distribute care packages. “It’s a great project. Anything they can get in that respect – clean socks, new underwear, gently worn shoes, toiletries – all of that stuff goes a long way here, especially in the winter months, when it’s so wet.” Beare said her group wants to make an impact. “I’m hoping it will help those people, and show that people our age can make a difference.”

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Seeing it made him angry – an adult might have the reflexes to stop in time, but children have slower reactions, or may panic and “freeze” when they see an obstacle. “I just stopped and shook my head, that someone has done something so stupid here,” said Wilkes. “They’re putting other people’s lives at risk doing this – purposely doing it.” He removed all of the traps, and reported the matter to the police and parks and lei-

sure services. Then, two days later, he found two more obstacles, but on different trails in the system. Wilkes says trail-use conflict has been an issue in other areas, but not Maple Ridge before. “Hikers sometimes don’t like bikers – it’s just trail-use conflict,” he said. “But people are respectful. We tend to try to play together as best we can.” That hasn’t been the case in other communities.

A 64-year-old North Vancouver woman faces charges of mischief and setting traps with intent to injure after the latter were found on Mount Fromme, frequented by mountain bikers. Members of the mountain bike community installed hidden cameras on trees and caught footage of her. Geoff Mallory, city manager of parks and open spaces in Maple Ridge, said no such conflicts have been seen prior to Wilkes’ complaints. There are step-over obstacles placed at

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week before, at the corner of Lougheed Highway and 105th Avenue on Jan. 29. On the weekend, Maple Ridge Mayor Nicole Read said on Vancouver TV news that the provincial government needs to improve Lougheed Highway at the 105th Ave. intersection, extending the concrete median barriers from 240th to 272nd streets, widening the Haney Bypass and widening to four lanes the remainder of the Lougheed Highway to 287th Street and improving the corner of 222nd Street and Lougheed. “Given that 85 per cent of our population relies on vehicles, and given that our population is growing exponentially, we need our partners in the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure to come to the table with some money to improve the east-west corridor,” she said on Facebook.

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are putting this pressure on institutions themselves,” he said. “Some of the institutions are … shrinking things like teacher education and putting more effort into the science-based, quantitative fields that are often related to these in-demand occupations.” The surplus of teacher graduates has been noticeable for some time, but that’s largely a function of oversupply, much of it in urban areas. In the Cariboo, for example, teaching jobs are projected to have the highest number of openings by 2022, followed by nursing and retail and wholesale trade managers. Then come heavy duty mechanics and electricians, but also paraprofessional jobs in legal, social, community and educational services. Province-wide, it’s part of a broader demographic shift to fewer children and more retirees. In fact, the government started this targeted funding a decade ago with health care, forcing universities to produce more doctors, nurses, lab techs and so forth. The retiring baby boom is expected to account for more than half of the openings in the next decade, which will expand the skills demand across most fields, beyond the trades training for the anticipated liquefied natural gas industry and other high-demand industrial areas such as truck driving. Wilkinson notes that of the ministry’s $1.9 billion budget, about 60 per cent goes into general post-secondary education, for introductory courses that students take when they are seeking a career path, through undergraduate studies to

professions. “So I think the idea that we’re going to somehow minimize or diminish funding in that general education, arts and science category is just not true,” he said. Key to this shift is measuring the performance of courses offered at colleges, universities and technical schools. Each year, the ministry surveys about 30,000 graduates to find out whether their studies helped them find a related job. The results are available on a website that breaks them out by institution and general study area. To find it, do a web search for “B.C. student outcomes” and select the “executive dashboard” to check the results for courses and schools in your region.

“Key to this shift is measuring the performance of courses offered at colleges, universities and technical schools.”

The site provides charts showing the percentage of students who land relevant jobs. Not surprisingly, it tends to be higher for technical programs and lower for fine arts. It also shows grads’ average wages, a sobering but useful bit of information for high school students and their parents. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.

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Not just a trim Permits for on-street parking Editor, The News: Recently, I went to get my haircut. Leslie has cut it a few times previously always does a great job and is always very personable. I was looking forward to it. It was just a few minutes past 11:30 a.m. when I walked in. She greeted me and asked if I wanted a shampoo. I said, ‘sure.’ I just sat down in the reclining chair, relaxed, leaned back, got my hair wet when I had a sharp cramp in my chest. I scrambled up, apologized and said, ‘I have to stretch it out.’ I tried. The cramp got worse. I said, ‘I’ll try to walk it off.’ Se said I should go to the hospital; this went on for a minute or two. I couldn’t get rid of the cramp and now I was getting anxious, as well. Repeatedly and calmly she offered to drive me to the hospital. I didn’t want to impose. In no time at all, she pulled her car up front. I squeezed in and Leslie drove off to emergency, talking to me the whole time, telling me to breathe, trying to keep me calm. The pressure was still the same in my chest. Leslie came in with me and asked if she could phone my wife. I really didn’t want Chris to get this kind of phone call at work. She had been through enough with my quad bypass in 2014. Leslie offered to stay until my family got there, and in no time my daughter Nikki and granddaughter Melody arrived and my wife Chris a short time later. After a long day in a very busy emergency and many tests later, we finally left after 8 p.m. Leslie, my family and I cannot thank you enough for your kindness, caring and generosity. You will always be in our hearts for your humanity, what you did without a second thought. Rolf Raqué Maple Ridge

Editor, The News: I would like to suggest that Maple Ridge implement an on-street parking permit. This is a device used in many cities in North America and is used to supplement operating funds for the city and create a more safe access for emergency vehicles when neighbourhoods have become plugged with on-street parking. My neighbourhood, for instance, between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. is hard for even one car to navigate the street, let alone should a fire truck or ambulance need access. I know it is human nature to avoid the need to purchase the ability to legally park on the street and would be more likely to use their driveway/garage in order to negate the purchase of an onstreet parking permit. For those who still wish street parking

between the hours of 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. (overnight parking), they would be required to either pay for a permit ($50 per year) or receive a ticket issued by bylaws for $100 for parking against the bylaw for each infraction. I only suggest this because I feel it is becoming more and more dangerous as most of our neighbourhoods contain many secondary suites, of which overwhelms the planned parking allotment when the subdivision was first planned. Many homeowners don’t use their garage for parking. Many use them for storage and a place to put junk. Many homes with lane access to driveways, which are not used, park in the front of their homes, which adds to the ongoing problem. These people would be more apt to use their driveways if they were presented with the idea that they would need to purchase a permit.

This device is currently used in White Rock and Vancouver. Between the cost of permits and the issuing of fines, this bylaw could generate an adequate amount of funds, which would fund the hiring of new personnel required to staff this bylaw enforcement, and with a considerable amount to go into the city operation budget. Lastly, I would like to amplify the fact that we are reaching a dangerous situation which could effect the ability of fire trucks and ambulances from reaching a house fire, a heart attack victim in need of intervention, or a child needing medical attention. Please give this serious consideration and please see the need for this suggestion and how it can be instituted at no cost to the city. Kevin Buell Maple Ridge

Remember, we need to protect our teens Editor, The News: Re: We have to house the homeless (Along the Fraser, Feb. 6). I support Jack Emberly’s comments about the crucial service that Iron Horse provided for young people. That the shelter loses all federal funding

because it fails to qualify for a new program is appalling. Personal experience and the testimonies of the young people whose lives have been changed through the efforts of those at Iron Horse make it clear: Iron Horse changed lives.

The young are our most valuable resource. They are the future. If they are left with nowhere to go, and nowhere to feel safe, we will have failed them. Rose Grabenhorst Pitt Meadows

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INVITATION TO TENDER Project Name: Whonnock Lake Park Enhancement Project Project No: ITT-PL15-08 The City of Maple Ridge invites tenders for the Whonnock Lake Park Enhancement Project. The work generally consists of site civil works, new playground and park furnishings, parking and access improvements, and site electrical work. Construction is estimated to begin March 30, 2015. Tender Documents are available for download from BC Bid at www.bcbid.ca. Unverified bid results will also be available on BC Bid after closing time. A non-mandatory site tour will be held on February 19, 2015 at 10:30am at Whonnock Lake Park located at 27871 – 113 Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC. Although it is not mandatory to attend the site tour to have your tender submission considered, this meeting will be the only opportunity for tenderers to visit the site accompanied by City representatives. It is highly recommended due to nature of the site, that tenderers attend the meeting. Tender submissions require the accompaniment of a Bid Bond in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total Tender Price and a Consent of Surety to provide Performance and Labour and Material Payment Bond if the tender is successful, each in the amount of fifty percent (50%) of the Tender Price. Tender Closing Date:

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It’s good to know there’s a place to go if you’re not having a good day. If you’re feeling picked on or discriminated against, the Safe Harbour Respect For All program ensures there are more than a dozen places in Maple Ridge where you can stop in, catch your breath and maybe make a phone call. The program operates in the same way as the

block parent program. People in businesses or at social service agencies take brief training sessions on how to deal with people who are upset and ensure there’s a place to sit down and make phone calls. Stickers are put on to the door or window, telling the public it’s a Safe Harbour. “It’s a temporary refuge, an immediate safe place,” said Jassy Maghera, with Family Education and Support Centre.

“They know they won’t be judged. They won’t be mistreated there, that’s a place that they can go to.” Maghera said people can face any type of discrimination because of their race, sexuality, or physical ability. In Maple Ridge, seniors and the homeless face discrimination. While case of discrimination may be far and few between, a public facility or business that has the Safe Harbour sticker also shows that

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We invite you to attend an Open House to view the concepts and provide feedback for the 203 Street improvements from Dewdney Trunk Road to Golden Ears Way. We appreciate your attendance as we finalize our design and move forward into construction. The City is planning to construct sidewalks with curb and gutter, bike lanes and on street parking along 203 Street. The project also includes street lighting and upgrading the drainage system. The Open House is scheduled for:

All submissions become the property of the City of Maple Ridge subject to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The City of Maple Ridge reserves the right to reject any or all Tenders or to accept the Tender deemed most favourable in the interests of the City. The lowest or any Tender may not be accepted and the City will not be responsible for any cost incurred by the Tenderer in preparing their Tender. All inquiries shall be directed in writing to Nichole Walsh, Purchasing Supervisor at nwalsh@mapleridge.ca. 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9 Tel: 604-463-5221 • Fax: 604-467-7329

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Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2015 Time: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Location: Maple Ridge Municipal Hall Lobby area at the Dewdney Trunk Road entrance 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge Design boards will be on display and City staff, as well as the design consultant, will be available to answer your questions. Should you have any questions regarding the Open House, please feel free to contact Shahrzad Honarmand at 604-467-7349. 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9 Tel: 604-463-5221 • Fax: 604-467-7329

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it’s a welcoming place to enter or shop. “It just shows that they have policies and procedures that are inclusive and welcoming to anyone.” Some of the Safe Harbour locations are the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre, both libraries in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows, public health units, and Service B.C. Benjamin Moore Paints on Dewdney Trunk Road is one of the private businesses participating. Maghera said discrimination isn’t a common issue in Maple Ridge, although there are pockets where it surfaces. “We’re definitely a smaller community. Our immigrant population isn’t as large as other communities. We do get calls, but it’s not something that happens on a frequent basis,” Maghera said. “It’s definitely there, it’s a little hidden in pockets here and there.” Community programs aimed at eliminating discrimination and dispelling stereotypes are helping. Currently, there are 21 Safe Harbour locations in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. Training, involving about two hours, is being offered Feb. 10 and 24. The Safe Harbour Respect for All program is run by the Family Education and Support Centre and is funded by the federal and provincial governments. However, the future of that funding isn’t secure.

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a.m. and one in the p.m., passed by and few vehicles, and likely no cars, used the route. Today, more than 18,000 vehicles pass up and down the road each day and approximately 25 trains cross the route between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Harris Road was paved in the 1940s, given a traffic light at Lougheed Highway in the 1970s, widened in the 1980s, and a few years ago extended to Airport Way and given raised islands down most of its centre. Most buildings that lined its route in the early days are now gone, but a surprising number remain and have managed to survive, in part, due to the evolution of their use. Such is the case for the General Store and post office, which evolved into a family residence, then into the home of the Pitt Meadows Museum and Archives. One, the community church, has remained in continual use for the purpose it was originally built, making it the oldest such building in Pitt Meadows. In celebration of our communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main street, the museum will be at the Pitt Meadows Community Library on Saturday, Feb. 28 at 1:30 p.m. to present â&#x20AC;&#x153;Buildings through Time: Harris Road Then and Now.â&#x20AC;? Join us to celebrate the end of Heritage

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Notice of TAKE NOTICE THAT a Public Hearing will be held in the Council Chamber of the Municipal Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, North-East corner entrance, at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 17, 2015 to consider the following bylaws: 1a) 2011-082-RZ MAPLE RIDGE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDING BYLAW NO. 6928-2012 LEGAL:

Lot A, Section 3, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan EPP9830 Lot B, Section 3, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan BCP46878

LOCATION:

10150 and 10190 Jackson Road

PURPOSE:

To amend Schedule “A” of the Official Community Plan, as shown on Map No. 833

FROM:

Low/Medium Density Residential & Medium Density Residential

TO:

Conservation

PURPOSE:

To amend Schedule “C” of the Official Community Plan to add to Conservation, as shown on Map No. 834.

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2) 2013-029-RZ MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDING BYLAW NO. 6987-2013 LEGAL:

Lots A and B, District Lot 399, New Westminster District, Plan 13442

LOCATION:

22305 and 22315 122 Avenue

FROM:

RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential)

TO:

RM-2 (Medium Density Apartment Residential)

PURPOSE:

To permit the construction of a 69 unit, 5 storey apartment building.

Medium Density Residential

3a) 2013-041-RZ MAPLE RIDGE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDING BYLAW NO. 7087-2014 Map No. 833

Map No. 834

1b) 2011-082-RZ MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDING BYLAW NO. 6861-2011 LEGAL:

Lot A, Section 3, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan EPP9830 Lot B, Section 3, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan BCP46878

LOCATION:

10150 and 10190 Jackson Road

FROM:

RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential) and M-2 (General Industrial)

TO:

R-1 (Residential District) and RS-1b (One Family Urban [Medium Density] Residential)

PURPOSE:

To permit the future subdivision into approximately 45 single family lots.

LEGAL:

Lot 5 Except: Firstly: the East 100 feet; Secondly: Part Subdivided by Plan 17056; Thirdly: Part Subdivided by Plan 26346; District Lot 241, Group 1, New Westminster District, Plan 1750

LOCATION:

20738 123 Avenue

PURPOSE:

To amend Schedule “B” of the Official Community Plan, as shown outlined in bold on the following map

FROM:

Urban Residential

TO:

Conservation

& PURPOSE: To amend Schedule “C” of the Official Community Plan to add to Conservation, as shown outlined in bold on the following map.

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The Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows School district is warning parents about improvised incendiary devices that have been found near schools. “We have received notice from the Maple Ridge fire department about several homemade incendiary [explosive] devices found abandoned near the Thomas Haney skate park,” said the notice issued last week. “Some of these devices had already been detonated; in others, the

attempt to fully detonate the device was unsuccessful.” The Maple Ridge Fire Department is also warning people to stay away from these devices. “These things have the potential to seriously injure, so it’s nothing to mess around with,” said Fire Chief Dane Spence. These miniature bombs are worse than playing with fire, he added. “The real message we want to get out there is how dangerous and unpredictable they are.” The fire department

has also found such devices on private property, in public parks and on school grounds. These homemade bombs typically make use of plastic bottles, carbon dioxide cylinders or aerosol cans, such as those for spray paint, and must be disposed of by professionals. “Because such homemade devices are commonly found on private property, in public parks and on school grounds, please take a moment to talk with your son or daughter about what

they may look like, why they are dangerous, and why it is important to stay away from such devices and report them to an adult instead,” advised the board. “Reporting them to an adult may mean informing the school principal, or calling the local police or fire department.” The board will be working with its school staff to educate students about the danger of such devices, but noted “this important message should also be reinforced by a parent or guardian.”

Public Hearing 3b) 2013-041-RZ

4b) 2012-065-RZ

MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDING BYLAW NO. 7007-2013

MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDING BYLAW NO. 7059-2014

LEGAL:

Lot 5 Except: Firstly: the East 100 feet; Secondly: Part Subdivided by Plan 17056; Thirdly: Part Subdivided by Plan 26346; District Lot 241, Group 1, New Westminster District, Plan 1750

LEGAL:

LOCATION:

20738 123 Avenue

Lot 8, Section 10, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 18280 Lot 1, Section 10, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 72103 Lot 5, Section 10, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 75957 Lot 6, Section 10, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 75957

FROM:

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TO:

R-1 (Residential District)

10501 Jackson Road, 10601 Jackson Road,10578 245B Street and PID: 010-396-977

PURPOSE:

To permit a future subdivision of 21 single family lots.

FROM:

RS-2 (One Family Suburban Residential) and RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential)

TO:

RS-1b (One Family Urban [Medium Density] Residential)

PURPOSE:

To permit the future subdivision of approximately 60 lots.

4a) 2012-065-RZ MAPLE RIDGE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN AMENDING BYLAW NO. 7126-2015 LEGAL:

LOCATION:

10501 Jackson Road, 10601 Jackson Road,10578 245B Street and PID: 010-396-977

PURPOSE:

To amend Schedule A of the Official Community Plan, Chapter 10.2 Albion Area Plan, Schedule 1: Albion Area Plan, as shown outlined in bold on the following map.

FROM:

Low Density Medium

TO:

Conservation

& PURPOSE: To amend Schedule “C” of the Official Community Plan to add to Conservation, as shown outlined in bold on the following map.

AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that a copy of the aforesaid bylaws and copies of staff reports and other information considered by Council relevant to the matters contained in the bylaws will also be available for public inspection at the Municipal Hall, Planning Department counter, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. from February 5, 2015 to February 17, 2015, Saturdays, Sundays and Statutory Holidays excepted. Some of this information will also be posted on the City website www.mapleridge.ca on the Your Government /Meet Your Council/Council Meetings page. ALL PERSONS who deem themselves affected by any of these bylaws shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing before Council on the matters contained in the bylaws or by making a written submission to the attention of the Manager of Legislative Services or by sending an e-mail to the Clerk’s Department at clerks@mapleridge.ca, by 4:00 p.m., February 17, 2015. Please note that all written submissions provided in response to this consultation will become part of the public record which includes the submissions being made available for public inspection. Dated this 5th day of February, 2015. Ceri Marlo Manager of Legislative Services

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Emerald Pig revives, grows with Hot Flashes they could easily be taken out of our real lives. I wasn’t in menopause, so I didn’t know what I was in for. Now I’m there,” she laughs. The decision for Emerald Pig to perform Hot Flashes also came out of necessity, said the group. Emerald Pig needed to take a hiatus from doing a festival play do to the time and energy it takes on everyone involved. They are using their three-woman show as a way to give some of their many volunteers a break before they get ready for this summer’s Bard on the Bandstand. They said while only performed Hot Flashes as a one-act play six years ago, they are expanding on their performance this time around. “We’ve explored it a little deeper this time,” Hartley said. “We added scenes we didn’t have time for and we’re finding we can go back to the scenes we did before and we’re more comfortable with them now and we can find new little nuances to expand on them.”

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he older some thing get, the better. The Emerald Pig Theatrical Society is reviving the play Hot Flashes after more than six years in hiatus. Sharron Malone, with cast members Kathleen Hartley and Rina Varley, said the decision to bring back the play was based on a number of reasons, but it’s strong content topped the list. “It’s very funny. Women’s will relate to it, men will relate to their women through the characters and everyone will have a good time,” said Malone. The trio originally performed Hot Flashes under their own Fine Whine production company, where they won best director’s award at Theatre B.C.’s one-act festival, Actoberfest, in Prince George in the fall of 2008. From there, they invited to Dawson’s Creek in March of 2009 for International Women’s Day. They said they are excited to be able to bring the play back as a full-length production. “It talks about memory loss, about hot flashes that women all experience as we get older,” said Hartley. “It talks about starting over, new journeys as life changes and take a new direction, in a very positive way.” Hartley said she believes audiences will relate to the play because of the shared experi-

Kathleen Hartley (left) joins Rina Varley and Sharon Malone in Hot Flashes. ence so many women can relate to. “There’s a lot of ah ha moments,” Malone said. “ Of simply being able to laugh at yourself. It’s a journey of discovery and change, of loss, and embracing our age and coming to grips with the future. It’s not about morning old age but rather embracing a new adventure.” Varley said in the six years since they first

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performed the play, the group has gown so much closer. So when the company decided to with Hot Flashes, the opportunity, she said they all felt they had a greater sense of who they are as actors, but more importantly, as friends. “Between then and now, we are so close and we can share anything. It’s funny because while some of the scenes have been scripted,

• Hot Flashes plays at the Open Door Church Feb. 13 and 14 at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at www. eventbrite.ca. • Hot Flashes plays at the Westbrooke Feb. 20 at 7 p.m. Tickets are available at www.eventbrite.ca. • Hot Flashes plays at the Ridge Meadows Senior Centre Feb. 20 at 2 p.m. Tickets are available at www. eventbrite.ca.

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Tawnya Popoff is principal violist with the Vancouver Opera and a founding member of both the string quartet, Microcosmos, and the Driftwood Duo. She is a member of the River Oaks Chamber Orchestra, the Walden School Players, and has ongoing collaborations with several dance companies. As an enthusiastic supporter of works by living composers, Ms. Popoff has commissioned and premiered dozens of new works. She was a prizewinner in the 2000 Lionel Tertis International Viola Competition.

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Telegrams good for heart Anyone looking for a last-minute Valentine’s Day gift can give the gift of music while helping out the Heart and Stroke Foundation The Local Chords, an adult pop choir consisting of Caroline Arnal, Melissa Pratas, Melissa Friesen and Jamie Umpleby, are offering singing telegrams on Valentine’s Day, with all the proceeds benefiting the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation. Arnal said they chose the foundation because February is heart month. “Most recipients of our singing tele-

grams are really surprised, absolutely thrilled and very touched that their special someone sent them a singing Valentine’s gift,” said Arnal. “It has even brought tears to their eyes. We are often are asked to sing another song for them. The experience for me is very special and rewarding.” A one-song donation to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation costs $30, or two songs for $45. You can also add flowers for $25. Bookings are available from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday Feb. 14. • To book call 604-765-6472.

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Maple Ridge Art Gallery 60°North: SHETLAND Now - February 28, 2015 Originally from Scotland, Vancouverbased painter Jeff Wilson shows work inspired by his sojourn at The Booth, an acclaimed residency program based in the Shetland Islands.

Sarah Slean Saturday, February 14, 8:00 p.m.

A comedy About the adventures, anxieties and occasional absurdities of menopause and aging Featuring the women of Fine Whine: Kathleen Hatley, Rina Varley and Sharon Malone

February show dates + venues

Atlantic Ballet of Canada: Piaf

February 13th at Open Door Church: Dessert Theatre February 14th at Open Door Church: Dinner Theatre February 20th at The Wesbrooke Pitt Meadows: Dinner Theatre February 21st at Seniors Centre Maple Ridge: Matinee and Dessert

Project Name: Bridge Barrier Replacement and Retrofit

Sunday, February 22, 7:30 p.m. Artistic Director and Choreographer Igor Dobrovolskiy, and the exceptional dancers of Atlantic Ballet Theatre of Canada, explore and interpret Piaf’s dramatic life shrouded in mystery, love, and tragedy reflected in her authentic and life-inspired songs.

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Three-time JUNO Award nominee and international touring artist, Sarah Slean, is described by TIME Magazine as “one of the most compelling acts Canada has to offer”. A perfect way to spend Valentine’s Day!

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Bridge No. 5 – South Alouette River, 216th Street at 132nd Avenue (barrier replacement); Bridge No. 15 – Millionaire Creek, 133rd Avenue at 239B Street (barrier retrofit).

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The work at Bridge No. 5 consists of replacing the existing timber bridge railing with a new steel post and beam railing system. The work at Bridge No. 15 includes retrofitting the existing pedestrian railing with a new steel vehicle railing. The document can be downloaded from BC Bid at www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca. There will be no public opening for this Invitation to Tender. Unverified bid results will also be available on BC Bid after Closing Time.

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ASSERTIVE CONVERSATIONS CAN MAKE YOUR BUSINESS GROW In this presentation, Carol will talk about how important assertive communication is to women in business, particularly to female entrepreneurs who are the face and voice of their enterprise.

Tender submission requires the accompaniment of a Bid Bond (or Certified Cheque) in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total Tender Price and a Confirmation of Surety to provide Performance and Labour and Material Payment Bond if the tender is successful, each in the amount of fifty percent (50%) of the Tender Price.

Productive conversation is a key business skill both in developing and managing an independent business. Too often a woman’s low self-confidence results in a reluctance or hesitation to take action, and so she holds herself back. However, research shows that when women are placed in situations where they have to act decisively, they perform just as well as men.

The City of Maple Ridge reserves the right to reject any or all Tenders or to accept the Tender deemed most favourable in the interests of the City. The lowest price Tender may not necessarily be accepted and the City will not be responsible for any cost incurred by the Tenderer in preparing the Tender. Tender Closing Date: Tender Closing Time:

Thursday, February 26, 2015 2:00 pm local time (No Public Opening)

Tender Deposit Place:

City of Maple Ridge Reception Desk (First Floor) 11995 Haney Place Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9

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The astonishing true story of Robyn Davidson, who in 1977 set out on a solo 2,700-kilometre journey by foot across the Australian Outback. Rated PG

Classical Coffee Concerts with Sarah Hagen Wednesday, February 25, 10:00 a.m.

An up close and personal music experience with shared stories and musical insights with special guest Violist Tawnya Popoff. Coffee and treats are included.

The Tender Documents may be viewed at the Plan Room of the Vancouver Regional Construction Association, 3636 East 4 Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5M 1M3.

For all inquiries, contact Daniela Mikes at the City of Maple Ridge, 604-466-4343.

Monday, February 23, 7:30 p.m.

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Principal of CJS Communications Inc. since 1985, Carol is a conflict resolution professional and organizational communication specialist. Her work encompasses facilitation, training and coaching designed to enable people to work together productively; build strong teams; provide a foundation for leadership; and keep us out of trouble, or get us out of conflict if we’ve already gone there.

Thursday, February 12, 2015 • 7:00 am Fraserview Village Hall 22610 – 116th Avenue (Corner of 116th Avenue and 227th Street)

Everyone welcome! Bring a friend. Admission Includes a continental breakfast Catering provided by Stomping Grounds

ALTFest 6 Guitars February 27, 8:00 pm FREE Pre-Show at 7:15 p.m. Jack of Hearts

Dances for a Small Stage February 28, 8:00 p.m. FREE Pre-Show at 7:15 p.m. - The Happy Hour Revue, hosted by Gloria

Here’s to the Ladies Who Laugh March 1, 8:00 p.m. FREE Pre-Show at 7:15 p.m. The Myrtle Family Band Thanks to the support of Envision Financial, you can discover new alternative performances and help support our community with a nonperishable food item donation for the Friends In Need Food Bank.

Lobby Nights Free evenings of performance and creativity.

Golden Ears Writers Feb 17 – 7-9 pm Check us out on Facebook and Twitter for up-to-date news and events @mapleridgeact! Call or visit the ACT Ticket Centre to purchase tickets. (604) 476-ARTS (2787) Ticket prices include taxes & fees

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Bruins rugby player Reed Nelson eludes a tackler during Saturday’s hardfought season opener. Miller Thind scored the first try for Ridge, and fleet footed Paul Stanfield kept his team in the game with a 75-yard run for a second try. The Scribes held on for an 18-12 victory, played in the mud and rain. The Bruins drop to 0-2 on the new fall season. Their next home game will be on Feb. 21, at 1 p.m. at Thomas Haney.

The Pitt Meadows Marauders boys host the first game of postseason high school basketball action, tipping off the playoffs for the Quad A Fraser Valley North tonight at 7:45 p.m. The North is a tough league, as Pitt found out last week as the regular season wound down. Tuesday they lost 79-59 to the Terry Fox Ravens of PoCo, the second-ranked team in the province. Then Friday they lost a close game against fourthranked Heritage Woods of Port Moody by a tight 70-67 score. “We made some adjustments in our practice that we could have used against Fox,” said coach Rich Goulet. Star post Graham Smith had 37 points against Fox, and 34 against Heritage Woods – despite having a Port Moody player draped all over him for much of the game, said Goulet.

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Pitt finished in fourth place with a 4-2 record, while Heritage Woods went a perfect 6-0 with a small upset of Fox. Six of the eight teams in the league will advance to the Fraser Valley Tournament, but Goulet said seeing will be critical to advance to the provincials.

Ramblers beat Titans In Triple A Fraser Valley East league action, the Maple Ridge Ramplers beat their crosstown rival SRT Titans 64-48 on Friday. Ethan Coumont had 28 points and 13 rebounds, and his brother Tristan scored 16 with seven boards. Strong defence by Owen Stewart and Josh Solk helped the Ramblers shut down SRT in the second half. Ridge is now 3-3 in league play, with three more games this week. Thursday they host Robert Bateman, who are 7-0 in league. SRT is now 1-6, and the Westview Wildcats 2-5.

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COMMUNITY MAKES YOU. YOU MAKE YOUR COMMUNITY. In 2010, Youth Unlimited staff recognized that a surprising number of kids in Maple Ridge high schools did not have access to proper meals. In response, Youth Unlimited began coordinating weekly breakfast programs supported by donors and volunteers. Since all school teens can participate (regardless of financial need), the target group is not stigmatized and youth have the additional benefit of participating in community by sharing a meal together. Dedicating your time as a volunteer in Pitt Meadows can help make new friends, expand your network, boost your skills, and even advance your career.

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OPEN HOUSE February 25th, 2015 Maple Ridge City Council Chambers (across the street from Extra Foods)

Doors open at 7 pm, meeting from 7:30pm-9:30pm FREE for all guests, includes snacks and refreshments.

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CYBERSCHOOL INFORMATION MEETING

6 pm February 18, 2015 Alouette Elementary School 22155 Isaac Crescent, Maple Ridge http://schools.sd42.ca/cyberschool/ Students in the Maple Ridge - Pitt Meadows School District CyberSchool Program divide their time between in-class study and online learning from home. Join us for an information meeting on February 18th to learn about this exciting learning option! Registration begins 8 am Monday, February 23, 2015 @ Alouette Elementary

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Ridge Meadows Burrards forward Ben McIntosh won NLL rookie of the month honours for January with the Edmonton Rush. The first overall pick of the 2014 NLL Draft led all first-year players in goals (11), assists (10) and points (21) for the month. The Coquitlam native’s 11 goals rank tied for seventh among all players, while his 21 points are tied for 17th in the NLL overall. “Ben has obviously been a great addition to our team,” said Rush GM/coach Derek Keenan. “He’s showing a lot of poise and parts to his game that may go unnoticed by some. He’s a complete player and continues to get more comfortable with his teammates and improve every game.” McIntosh has posted at least two goals and three or more points in all four of his games played this season including an eight-point (4g, 4a) performance. The eight points tied a Rush franchise record for most points in a single game. The NLL monthly awards are determined by a vote of the league’s general managers and head coaches. McIntosh has three other Burrards teammates playing with Edmonton in Jarrett Davis, Mitch Bannister and Riley Loewen. The Calgary Roughnecks also have four Burrards, including former WLA MVP Curtis Dickson, rookie of the year goaltender Frankie Scigliano, and defenders Garrett McIntosh and Patrick O’Meara Fans can see the Roughnecks play the Vancouver Stealth on Feb. 14 at Langley Events Centre – the same night as wrestling legend Bret Hart is there For Hart Breaker Night. Burrards team captain Tyler Codron, Creighton Reid and Colton Porter play for Colorado.

ommunity Calendar lists events in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. Notices are free to local non-profit groups courtesy of The News. Drop off details to 22328 119 Ave., fax to 604-463-4741 or e-mail newsroom@mapleridgenews.com at least a week before the event. Include a contact name and number. (No submissions by phone.) Listings appear as space permits. For guaranteed publication, ask our classified department at 604-467-1122 about nonprofit rates.

• Babytime at Pitt Meadows Library, Wednesdays until Apr. 29, from 10:1510:45 a.m. Make language fun – start early with Babytime. Help your baby develop speech and language skills- enjoy bouncing, singing and rhyming with stories. Babytime is a fun, social bonding activity for babies and caregivers.

Feb. 12 • Storytime at the Pitt Meadows Library on Thursdays until April 30, at 10:15-10:45 a.m. Introduce kids to the love of books and language with Storytime! Children and caregivers will enjoy interactive stories, songs rhymes and more. Storytime prepares children to learn to read.

Feb. 13 • Hot Flashes! The Emerald Pig Theatrical Society proudly presents a comedy about aging and menopause. Feb. 13 and 14 at Open Door Church, Feb. 20 at The Wesbrooke in Pitt Meadows, and Feb. 21 at the Seniors Centre Maple Ridge. Go to emeraldpig.ca for details on tickets, venues and times. Call 604-308-7371 or 604-785-1405 for more info.

Feb. 14-15 • The Ridge Meadows Hospital Thrift Store offers 50 per cent off storewide on Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 14-15. Some exceptions may apply. Open Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday noon to 4 p.m. Located at 3-12011 224 Street (behind Haney Sewing and Sound).

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Feb. 17 • Lobby group: On Tuesday, Feb. 17 from 7-9 p.m. the Golden Ears Writers invite local writers to Romancing

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Feb. 11 • Kanaka Open Mic: Do you sing or play an instrument? Come to Kanaka Open mic this Wednesday, Feb. 4, featuring Irish band Shades of Green. Open mic happens every Wednesday, 5-7.30 p.m. at Kanaka Creek Coffee (10124155 102nd Ave.) Call 604 463 6727 for more information. Why not drop by and enjoy some live music or even come and perform?

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information 604-467-4594. Feb. 24 • Helping Boys Succeed in School: On Tuesday, Feb. 24 from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Pitt Meadows Library. Ever wondered why boys seem to struggle more in school than girls? Pam Withers will help

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F/T CLASS 1 DRIVERS Pick-Up & Delivery

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee beneﬁts package. To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889

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Full Time Auto Body Technician required for our busy I.C.B.C. Accredited shop in Port Moody. We offer a friendly, family oriented workplace. Valid DL required. Please drop your resume off in person to: 2902 St. John’s Street Port Moody, or email: ﬁrstclassautobody@shaw.ca fax 604.461.4041

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HOUSE Cleaners W/ WHMIS: Now hiring experienced, WHMIS Certified residential ‘House Cleaners’. Criminal Background Check required. WCB. Holiday pay. Sick days. Good work ethic a must. Have reliable transportation. PartTime/Casual. $12 - 14.50 DOE. Send resume and cover letter to: janiclean2009@gmail.com

Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com

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Customer Service Coordinator Req. for Fuchs Langley. Will take customer calls, emails & faxes, enter orders using SAP, send releases to warehouses,invoicing & expediting of orders. Must be very efficient, detail oriented, organized, capable of multi-tasking, and experienced in customer service work & computer entry. $18.00/hr. Plus Proﬁt Sharing Bonuses. Mon.-Fri. 40 hrs./wk. Fax resume: 604-888-1145 or e-mail: dwoo@fuchs.com with position in the subject line

To join our team of professional drivers please send a resume and current drivers abstract to: careers@vankam.com or Fax: 604-587-9889 We thank all applicants for your interest! Van-Kam is committed to employment equity and environmental responsibility.

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SUTCO IS seeking U.S. qualified Class 1 Drivers, steady year round Super B Flat Deck work. We offer group health benefits, matched contribution pension, e logs, and auto deposit pay. Apply on line at: sutco.ca/fax resume and abstract to (250)357-2009/call 1-888-357-2612 ext. 230

HELP WANTED

Seasonal Farm Workers

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required in Pitt Meadows. Duties will include general farm labour, planting, pruning, fertilizing, weeding, picking, and all other farm duties. Work will be physically demanding; handling some heavy loads and standing for long periods of time.

Only those of interest will be contacted.

Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires FT class 1 drivers for the Surrey area. Applicants must have LTL & P&D driving experience and must be familiar w/the Greater Vancouver region.

$1000 Hiring Bonus & Above Average Rates

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

TRADES, TECHNICAL PIPELAYER

Experience in residential draintile & services at job sites in the L.Mainland. Fax resume 604-460-7853 or email wmader@telus.net .Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca

BC COLLEGE OF OPTICS - Optician / Contact Lens Fitter. 6 month course. 604.581.0101

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BODNARCHUK, Dmytro (Dick) Oct. 2nd 1930 - Feb. 3rd 2015 Passed peacefully with family at his side. Born October 2nd 1930 in Moonhill, Saskatchewan. Predeceased by his parents Bill & Anne, sisters: Kay & (Walter), Mary & (John), brothers: Peter & (Marg), Nick & (Jean) and daughter in law Debbie. He leaves to mourn his loving wife Rochelle of 55 years. His oldest son Mitch (Lori), Tyler, Brandon, Nicholas, and Nolan. His youngest son Greg, Heather, Wade, Paige, (Joe), and Shayla.

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Devoted Husband, Father, and Grandfather. He will be greatly missed and loved by all. Pallbearers: Tyler Bodnarchuk, Wade Bodnarchuk, Brandon Bodnarchuk, Nicholas Bodnarchuk, Lorne Wild, Joe Evens. Evening Vigil Prayers will be held on Thursday, February 12 @ 7:00 pm. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, February 13 @ 11:00am. St. Luke’s Catholic Church 20285 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 3C9.

Expressions of sympathy can be made at www.gardenhill.ca

Just layed off? WE HAVE RETRAINING OPTIONS. You will qualify for a $1500 bursary.

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PERSONAL SERVICES

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

182

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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Esthetic Services Face & Neck Relaxation

778-996-0288

MAPLE RIDGE (Dewdney Trunk Rd and 228 St)

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 236

CLEANING SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 281

GARDENING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FINANCIAL SERVICES 203

Prompt Delivery Available

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

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Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd.

Detailed House Cleaning

MOVING & STORAGE

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

AFFORDABLE MOVING

7 Days / Week

$45/Hr

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*BATHROOMS *KITCHENS *ADDITIONS *REMODELING *SUNDECKS *BASEMENTS *WINDOWS, etc 20+ yrs exp., Insured/Guaranteed Big & Small Jobs Welcome!!

(604)465-1311

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

604-537-4140

Mathias 604-313-5530 mathias@nphomes.ca

329 PAINTING & DECORATING 300

LANDSCAPING

NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates. We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes. 778.245.9069

JAGUAR LANDSCAPING Lawn & Garden Service. Design, Pruning, Lawns, Cleanups, Comm/ Res. (604)466-1369

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

www.paintspecial.com

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604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299

ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

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.

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

mikes hauling 604-516-9237

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

.Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS 242

IF YOU own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

CONCRETE & PLACING

UNIQUE CONCRETE

DESIGN

F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured

Gutter & Roof Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627 Gutter Cleaning & Repairs. (Res. & Strata). Prompt Service. Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing. Grants Home Maint 604-936-2808. GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE Call Ian 604-724-6373

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

FREE ESTIMATES

Interlawn Landscape Services Commercial / Res. 604-356-9273 www.interlawnlandscapes.com

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Meadows Landscape Supply

604-465-1311

HERFORT CONCRETE

NO JOB TOO SMALL Serving Lower Mainland 25 Years! *Prepare *Form *Place *Finish *Granite & Interlocking Block Walls *Stairs *Driveways *Exposed Aggregate *Stamped Concrete. *Interlocking Bricks *Sod Placement EXCELLENT REF’S -WCB Insured

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. Expert Power Washing. Gutters cleaned & repaired. www.expertpowerwashing. Mike, 604-961-1280 MIKE 604-961-1280

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

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Earn Extra Cash!

40000065 - 105 Ave, 105A Ave, 243 St, 244 St, Baker Pl, McClure Dr.

Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows NEWS

Available routes in Maple Ridge 40000024 - 108 Ave, 108 Loop, Tamarack Lane 40000044 - 118 Ave, 118A Ave, 119 Ave, 236B St, 237 St, Dewdney Trunk Rd. (Even) 40000065 - 105 Ave, 105A Ave, 243 St, 244 St, Baker Pl, McClure Dr. 40000067 - 104 Ave, 239 St, Slatford Pl, Slatford St, Zeron Ave. 40100109 - 113 Ave, 230 St, Gillis Pl, Harrison St, Lougheed Hwy, Olund Cres, Telosky Ave. 40220266 - 124 Ave, 221 St, Davison St, Moody St. 40310307 - 113 Ave, 114 Ave, 207 St, Lorne Ave. 40320358 - 123B Ave, 124A Ave, 124B Ave, 203 St, 204 St, 204B St. 40320370 - 123 Ave, 201 St, 202 St, 203 St, Allison St, Chatwin Ave, Davenport Dr, McIvor Ave. 40330335 - Dale Dr, Pinda Pl, Walnut Cres.

Available routes in Pitt Meadows 41011004 - Bonson Rd, Oak Terr, Park Rd. 41011024 - 119 Ave, Hammond Rd (Townhouses) 41011026 - Albertan St, Fair¿eld Ave, Hammond Rd, Herring Pl, Wildcrest Ave, Wildwood Cres.N. 41011030 - Cobblestone Lane, Fieldstone Walk, Harris Rd, Streamstone Walk. (Even)

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

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

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320

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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MOVING & STORAGE

TONY’’S PAINTING

TOPSOIL

SCREENED TOPSOIL MUSHROOM MANURE BARK MULCH 604-467-3003

www.jonesbroscartageltd.com

338

PLUMBING

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

374

TREE SERVICES

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005 FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. 778-908-2501

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

MIRACLE MOVING 287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936. 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

Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip. Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men BIG OR SMALL MOVES Start $45/hr ~ All size trucks Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca

Excellence in Quality & Service

604-588-0833

604 - 720 - 2009 ~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

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

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ABC TREE MEN Pruning, Shaping, Tree Removal & Stump Grinding. 604-521-7594 604-817-8899

PETS 456

FEED & HAY

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

SOUTHWEST ROOFING • Cedar Restoration • Asphalt • Torch-On • Re-Roofs Since 85 604-760-7937

EAGLE ROOFING Tar & Gravel D Asphalt D Interlocking shingles D Torch-on Membrane D Laminated shingles All types of Roofing Repairs Free Estimates

604-467-6065

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

TIMOTHY hay for sale. 60 lb. bales. $10.00 per bale. Pitt Meadows. 604-505-4087

477

PETS

CHIHUAHUAS tiny tea cups, short hair, 1 male, 1 female, ready to go now. $900. (604)794-7347

POMERANIAN PUPS P/B. 3 Females. First shots & vet checked. Call for price. (604)866-2895

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Ask about our

Circulation

604.476.2740

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ROOM SPECIAL

CALL TODAY! 604-803-5041 www.benchmarkpainting.ca

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PETS 477

RENTALS

PETS

706

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at:

fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

GOLDEN DOODLE puppies born Nov. 22, Mom small reg Golden x, Dad small Std Poodle (both 50 lbs). We have bred this litter special to create ideal family companions (intelligent, gentle, easy to train, people pleasers, happy indoors/outdoors, good with kids/animals, low/no shed Our dogs are part of our home and life and we wish the same for our puppies. Please consider the time & commitment needed to raise a dog and you will have our support & guidance for life. 1st shots/deworm, $1200, 604-820-4827 Mission

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

MISC. FOR SALE

STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

REAL ESTATE

APARTMENT/CONDO

Derek Manor 2048 Manning Ave. Port Coquitlam 604-941-5452; 604-944-7889

Impeccably Clean!

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

746

Maple Ridge Swan Court Apartments

$75 OFF 1ST MONTH

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

No Pets ~ Avail. now Ref’s & Credit check req’d

749

Contact Alex Anderson at aanderson@ranchogroup.com

GARIBALDI Court 2 Bedroom units available. Great location for seniors! Clean, quiet & affordable! Incls heat, h/w, cable. Senior Move-In Allowance. Refs & Credit check req.

604-466-5799 MAPLE RIDGE

1 & 2 Bdrms available $825/mo & $925/mo

Great Location

Moorage Rental Year or Semi-annual Outdoor Storage Available Starting At $30/month for Boats, RV’s, Cars, Trucks & Trailers

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

Launch Ramp with 3 lines and ample parking for tracks and trailers

Onsite Manager

604.465.7713

604-464-3550

SENIORS DISCOUNT

750

1/2 month Rent Free Ask manager for details.

Glenwood Manor Apartments

21387 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Maple Ridge

14179 Reichenback Rd

1 bdrm suite ~ $775

CRIME FREE BUILDING

Clean and Spacious 2 Bdrm avail. $843/mo

AVAILABLE NOW Maple Ridge 1 Bdrm apts $750 2 Bdrm apts $800 Incl heat, hot water & parking. Close to stores and Schools.

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

SUITES, LOWER

COQUITLAM - Douglas College. 1 Bdr above ground, full patio, garden suite, full bth, new w/d, alrm syst, 4 appls, new lam flrs, pkng. Ns/np. Ideal for 1 person. $850/m incl utils & wifi. 604-805-2471.

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TOWNHOUSES

PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1108/mo - $1211/mo. Shares req’d. Close to WCE, schools & shopping. No subsidy available. 19225 119th Ave. For more info & to book an appt. call 604-465-1938

TRANSPORTATION

Queen Anne Apts. * Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet Includes: Heat, Hot Water New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $97,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $72,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

and Hydro Near Shopping & Amenities. SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

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

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

Vacant Manufactured Home Pad in 55+ Mission retirement park, for new SRI single wide. From $72,888. Chuck 604-830-1960

838

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

MAPLE COURT I

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

736

MAPLE RIDGE Central - Large 1 bdrm apt. Deck, laundry facils, prkg & storage. NS/NP. $630/mo. Avail Mar 1st. Call 604-937-3534. MAPLE Ridge Gordon Tower, 1 Bd, mtn view, 5 appl. N/P, N/S. $800. Suit retired. Avl. now. 604-467-1886

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OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT

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Principal, CJS Communications Inc.

Door Prize Sponsors:

Diane Brooks Mary Kay Deanna LoTerzo Life Coach Kathleen Hatley Emerald Pig Theatrical Society

Thursday, February 12, 2015 • 7:00 am Fraserview Village Hall 22610 – 116th Avenue

Jan Mackay Art Glass Design

(Corner of 116th Avenue and 227th Street)

Thelma Garretsee Tops Club Inc. Gloria Hamilton ReMax Lifestyles Realty Lisa Hickman Mountainview Kinesiology & Health and Wellness

Everyone welcome! Bring a friend. Admission Includes a continental breakfast Catering provided by Stomping Grounds

To RSVP call the Chamber at 604-457-4599 or email womensam@gmail.com by noon on Feb. 10th, 2015. Catered by: