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MORE ILLEGAL DUMPING FEARED AS GARBAGE FEES RISE ▶ REGIONAL DISTRICT GIVES BREAK TO BIG HAULERS, HIKES COST FOR SMALL LOADS JEFF NAGEL

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Ryan Westaway enjoys a visit at Avon Animal Hospital with his dog Ryder, who went missing on Saturday and was later found in a stranger’s home suffering from severe injuries. The goodnatured pup is still in hospital, but is expected to be all right. EVAN SEAL

Surrey and other Metro Vancouver cities may now see a surge in illegal dumping as a result of the regional district’s move to sharply increase its charge to dispose of small garbage loads at local transfer stations. The tipping fee for small loads will go up nearly 20 per cent to $130 per tonne in April, and the minimum charge rises from $10 to $15, resulting in the average small load costing $31 instead of $22 previously. Metro Vancouver regional district directors voted Friday to shift to a new tiered structure for waste fees that raises rates for small loads while creating a lower $80-per-tonne ▶ “It is a major tipping fee for large loads to give major haulers a 25-per-cent break. problem and The move aims to make Metro transfer stations I think we’re more competitive against private ones in Abbotsford and halt the growing trend of commercial haulers compounding it.” taking garbage out of the region. COUN. BARBARA STEELE Surrey Coun. Barbara Steele predicted illegal dumping will get worse, increasing clean-up costs for local cities, including Surrey, which spends hundreds of thousands of dollars a year cleaning up dumped trash. “It is a major problem and I think we’re compounding it,” Steele said during debate on the new fees. “We’re still counting mattresses and junk all over the place because it costs (people) more to get rid of it than dump it on the ground somewhere.” She and other Surrey directors voted against the bylaw change, which passed with support from other cities, including Vancouver. continued on page 3

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Four-year-old girl home at time of alleged attack on dog veterinarian discovered he had several other injuries. Ryder had a ring pushed in one eye and suffered a pierced eyeball in the other, where an earring had been placed. Several items had been forced down its throat, including four cigarette lighters, several pieces of jewelry and a fish hook. KEVIN DIAKIW Perhaps the most potentially deadly objects were several raisins that the dog was forced to eat. Raisins Warning: This article contains disturbing details. are toxic and sometimes deadly for canines as they Police believe a four-year-old child may have looked can cause kidney failure. on as her mother jammed lighters, jewelry, a fish Police apprehended the woman under the Mental hook and other objects down a dog’s throat on the Health Act and she has been sent for a psychological weekend. assessment. The four-year-old girl is now in governRyder, a three-year-old black Labrador, went ment care. missing from a Surrey family’s yard on Valentine’s The BCSPCA’s Eileen Drever said an investigaDay. All search attempts near Chimney Heights Park, tion will wrap up this week and a recommendation at 72 Avenue and 146 of charges may be Street, were fruitless. forwarded to Crown Surrey MountCounsel. ies later received a Meanwhile, the call from a nearby community has landlord, who said his rallied behind Ryder, blood-soaked tenant raising more than came to the door and $30,000 for his care. claimed she had been The Surrey RCMP attacked by a dog. has separately raised When RCMP more than $1,000 arrived, they found for the dog’s medical evidence suggesting expenses. quite the opposite. The two accounts The 24-year-old collecting funds are woman, who was in Save Ryder (http:// the room with her Ryder is recovering after surgery to remove objects from bit.ly/1AT83lY) and four-year-old child, Ryder Kidnapped his stomach and eyes. EVAN SEAL was also with Ryder, (http://www.gofund who was bound with me.com/mkoo5o). electrical cable and in Any funds raised beyond the cost of his care will be extreme distress. donated to the BCSPCA. The woman was indeed soaked in blood, but it’s Ryder’s owner, Ryan Westaway, said he’s amazed not believed that it was hers. by his dog’s resilience. During a visit on Tuesday The dog had suffered several stab wounds from at the animal hospital, the dog was in good spirits, scissors and had cuts in its mouth. excited to see Westaway and wagging his tail. When Ryder was taken to an animal hospital, a Ryder is expected to make a full recovery.

▶ COMMUNITY HAS RAISED MORE THAN $30,000 FOR MEDICAL CARE FOR RYDER, A BLACK LAB BADLY ABUSED IN SURREY

Sex offender back in custody ▶ JAMES WILLIAM CONWAY ARRESTED AFTER ALLEGED BREACH OF CONDITIONS ON A BUS IN SURREY

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High-risk sex offender James Conway is back in jail after allegedly breaching the conditions of his release from prison 10 days ago. Conway, 40, was being monitored by members of the Metro Vancouver Transit Police’s Crime Reduction Unit to ensure the safety of transit customers.

Police say on Tuesday morning, Conway – who had been residing at a half-way house in Surrey since his release from jail on Feb. 9 – boarded a bus at the Surrey Central bus loop and allegedly sat down on a double seat beside a 14-year-old girl, even though other seats were available. Conway was released from prison with 27 conditions – including not sitting next to any person on TransLink property who appears to be under the age of 18. While travelling Tuesday, Transit police say he was also

without a copy of his conditions, which he had to possess as a condition of his release. Conway was arrested without incident by James transit police. Conway He was scheduled to appear in Surrey Provincial Court on Wednesday, after The Leader’s press deadline.

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A pile of illegally dumped construction waste on Harvey Road in Surrey. FILE PHOTO

▶ SMALLER LOADS ARE COSTLIER from page 1

The outflow of garbage to Abbotsford and the U.S. has reduced Metro’s tipping fee revenue and left it unable to enforce bans on the dumping of recyclables on loads that go elsewhere. Vancouver Coun. Andrea Reimer said lowering the fees for large loads was the only option for the region after the provincial government last year blocked Metro’s attempt to ban the export of waste out of the region. She said it has long been Metro’s policy to gradually raise tipping fees to create a greater incentive to recycle but said the province’s “illthought out decision” has put the region in a “dire position.” The government is still reviewing whether further regulations to control waste flow in Metro are required. While costs go up to take a load of garbage directly to a transfer station, the drop in fees for large loads should also mean savings will flow through to residents for curbside pickup. That’s because cities or their contractors

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will now be charged the lower $80 Metro tipping fee for the residential waste collected by garbage trucks. Metro board chair Greg Moore said that will result in his city of Port Coquitlam saving about $150,000 a year and said that money will be passed along in the form of lower fees. He also said multi-family buildings, businesses and other customers of commercial haulers should insist on reduced rates as well so their providers don’t simply pocket the 25-per-cent saving. Smaller loads have always been costlier for Metro to handle and they were subsidized with revenue from the more efficient large loads, Moore said, adding the changes will now help correct that imbalance. He said the old system had become unsustainable. The changes to tipping fees were drawn up after Metro saw a 60 per cent jump in waste hauled out of the region in December compared to a year earlier and forecast a $4.5-million deficit in the solid waste budget due to an expected drop in waste flow and

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THIS WEEK’S QUESTION: Do you think illegal dumping of trash will increase now that the cost of using local transfer stations has gone up? To answer, go to the home page of our website at surreyleader.com

Last week we asked: Did you do something special with your family Monday, Feb. 9 – on Family Day? Here’s how you responded:

Yes 30% No 70%

How will you vote? Last week’s abrupt announcement that Ian Jarvis was being shuffled out of the TransLink CEO position didn’t do any favours for the “yes” side in the transit referendum campaign. It led to much more public outcry about TransLink. As a result, the transit agency has become the centrepiece of the referendum in the mind of many members of the public. One Vancouver radio station, News 1130, is tracking resistance in various areas of the region to the idea of an added sales tax to pay for a variety of transit projects. Not surprisingly, it has found that there is a majority who support the additional tax and the new transit projects in Vancouver, while Surrey residents are much more strongly against the new tax. While there is still a month to go before the mail ballots start to arrive in people’s homes, the momentum at present seems to be with the “no” side. The News1130 results, while not scientific, point to a trend that I thought could develop. Surrey and all other South Fraser residents have been under-served by the transit system for years. While the spending plan calls for construction of three LRT lines over the next decade, they

will be at-grade rail systems – subject to stopping for red lights, and thus not a great deal faster than any other method of transportation. The route through the Green Timbers will almost certainly mean the destruction of a portion of a heritage forest park. Meanwhile in Vancouver, already very well-served by transit, the major project will be an underground subway along Broadway, as far west as Arbutus. It will relieve pressure on the busiest bus corridor in the region. However, from a Surrey perspective, it appears Vancouver gets a Cadillac while Surrey gets a Chevy. The other major project which is supposed to benefit Surrey is a new Pattullo Bridge. However, it will be a toll bridge. If tolls are in the $3 per trip range, as they are on the Port Mann and Golden Ears Bridges, Surrey residents will be paying significantly more towards all these projects, because they will be paying tolls on three crossings (two of which will be operated by TransLink). The side effect of a tolled Pattullo Bridge will be even more pressure on the Alex Fraser Bridge and the Massey Tunnel,

until it too is replaced by a toll bridge, as planned by the province. That means that, of the five crossings between Langley and Delta, four will be tolled. New Westminster and the Tri-Cities area will likely be evenly split at best. Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows, which benefit little from the plan, will likely record strong “no” votes. That leaves the South Fraser. At this point in time, it appears that Surrey residents will vote “no” in substantial numbers. Delta, White Rock and Langley residents likely will do the same, although opposition will probably be strongest in Langley, where there is little TransLink bus service. The referendum could pass, despite the heavy sledding for the “yes” campaign at present. However, if it is going to have a good chance, the pro-tax campaigners need to explain to South Fraser residents why this is such a good deal for them, and how they will benefit from paying more tax, as well as more bridge tolls.

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All should have a beef with bullies YOUTH VOICE ▼ Japreet Lehal

Next Wednesday – Feb. 25 – is a day dedicated to anti-bullying known as Pink Shirt Day. Bullying is an issue that affects people of all ages, including students in elementary, secondary and post-secondary schools. According to ERASE Bullying, “bullying is a pattern of unwelcome or aggressive behaviour, often with the goal of making others uncomfortable, scared or hurt. It’s almost always used as a way of having control or power over their target, and it is often based on another person’s appearance, culture, race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation or gender identity.” Bullying can take place in a face-to-face situation as well as online (cyberbullying). Regardless of the way in which it occurs, it hurts and negatively affects the well-being of an individual, causing physical, mental, or emotional/psychological

pain for the victim. It has even led to the tragic loss of life for some who have been affected by it. Research has revealed that a person facing such behaviour is affected in other aspects of life as well, including one’s academic activities and school attendance. Sadness, isolation and pain – these are the sorts of feelings that a bullying victim could suffer. Bullying, in addition to taking place in the school environment, can also occur in the workplace. In fact, according to a paper published in 2006 by Raymond Lee and Celeste Brotheridge, “40% of the sample, reported that they had experienced one or more acts of bullying or aggressive behaviours at least once per week” in Canada. What should you do if you’re being bullied? There are a variety of ways in which it can be stopped and help is available.

If you are witnessing someone else being harassed or taunted, it is important to report this and help the victim. What is extremely important is not to further exacerbate the situation by supporting the person doing the wrong actions, as this will only worsen the bullying and its effects on the victim. Parents can try to identify any issues that their children might be facing by giving them the opportunity to discuss their feelings with them. Communication with someone you trust, such as your parents, teachers, principal, or friends can help address the issue. Students and parents can address the situation at hand by speaking to the teacher and school administrators. The main point is that victims should not suffer in silence. It is

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important to inform someone of what is taking place, so that the right help can be provided, and the person doing the bullying can be prevented from doing any more harm to you or others. Students facing bullying or those who have seen someone else being bullied can go online and report the matter anonymously at: http://bit.ly/1ysuj3f. For parents and students looking to find out more helpful information about addressing the issue, visit the Ministry of Education’s site, erasebullying.ca. As we approach Feb. 25 this year, everyone should take a pledge to prevent bullying in all environments. Japreet Lehal is a student at Simon Fraser University. He writes regularly for The Leader.

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I am voting no in the upcoming transit referendum because: 1. The initial 0.5-per-cent tax rate can creep up without any additional check-in with the electorate. In my view, it will be too tempting for regional politicians not to the leave the tax at 0.5 per cent. So what are we really voting for? 2. It is insulting as a voter to be told “there is no Plan B” and the region will fall apart without this particular tax. The PST option was only settled on quite late by Metro Vancouver and the Mayors’ Council. Don’t ask people to make a choice and then try to tell them there is only one choice.

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3. Raise revenues directly from users rather than use a broad-based consumption tax. Make it easy to understand where tax dollars are going. The PST fails in that. 4. The link between PST revenue and project spending is weak and confusing. For example, regional taxpayers are asked to support the added cost of tunelling a rapid transit line in Vancouver, when everywhere else a much less-expensive above-grade system is proposed. Why the special design and subsidy for Vancouver? Stop the subway at Cambie and save $1 billion, with minimal impact on ridership. You don’t have to dislike TransLink to find good reasons to vote no in this referendum. R. Cook

▼ ‘A ROOM FULL OF JOY’ AT CHINESE NEW YEAR EVENT The Fraser Valley Chinese Cultural Association’s Chinese New Year event at the Chandos Pattison Auditorium in Surrey this past weekend was an awesome party. I have been to many Chinese New Year events and this one had the audience enthusiastically engaged for the whole two-and-a-half hours. This was a room full of joy. The show itself was directed by Yang Dong who has been a professional director for Chinese television and the quality of the show was evident from start to finish. It’s not just new Chinese immigrants who are appreciating the value of the association’s annual event. This year’s event had a strong showing of established Chinese-Canadians as well as local and provincial politicians who showed up to watch song and dance routines performed by excited children, martial arts performances by students and masters of various ages, and some of the city’s best Chinese-born musical talent. It was the kind of show almost anyone would like to see. The association has begun reaching out to the broader community and when the community reaches back, they get in touch with their hearts and souls. Wen Zhou, founder Fraser Valley Chinese Cultural Association

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The cost of traffic congestion in Metro Vancouver – already estimated at $1 billion a year – will soar to $2.8 billion by 2045 without major transit upgrades, according to a study released by the Metro Mayors’ Council to back the “yes” side in the regional transit referendum. The study by HDR Consulting projected costs from longer commutes – including increased trip times, emissions and wasted fuel – as well as lost productivity and lost opportunities for residents, businesses and the economy. Underpinning the study is the assumption that a million more residents will come to the region over the next 30 years, and that if the transit service remains frozen they’ll add 600,000 additional vehicles to the road system. That would moderate to 500,000 extra vehicles if the referendum results in a yes vote and the upgrades allow more of the newcomers to take transit instead of clogging the roads. The difference translates into 33 to 40 per cent less in costs from congestion compared to the status quo scenario, although the study found congestion costs will increase even with the mayors’ plan to $1.7 billion by 2045. The study led by economist David Lewis argues traffic jams raise costs for businesses and makes it harder to succeed, while hindering job opportunities because worsening congestion limits how far workers can reasonably commute. Less time spent with family can mean higher child-care costs and

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Vancouver Congestion Improvement Tax. Sixty per cent of those surveyed believed new funding isn’t needed and improvements can be made with existing revenue, which Metro mayors and successive transportation ministers deny is possible. Nearly one-third said new funding is necessary but they were split on what mechanism to use – 49 per cent of those respondents agreed with the proposed regional sales tax, 41 per cent backed road pricing, 37 per cent would raise fares and 33 per cent supported the introduction of an annual vehicle levy. Truscott said the main concerns of business owners are the extra administrative time and cost that would come from the 0.5-per-cent added sales tax and potential lost sales. The CFIB is the first major business organization to come out against the proposed tax. Many others are in support and are key members of the yes campaign, including the B.C. Chamber of Commerce, the Vancouver Board of Trade and the Surrey Board of Trade. Other groups, including the Retail Council of Canada,

praised the province’s decision this month that the extra 0.5-per-cent tax will be harmonized with the seven-per-cent PST and not added as a separate line item to receipts. “That clarifies and helps a little bit, but it certainly gives the impression they’re making this up as they go along,” Truscott said, adding even a harmonized transit tax will still add red tape and paperwork. He said there’s “a lot of doubt and cynicism” as to whether more new money is really needed for TransLink. Retail Council of Canada spokesman Greg Wilson said retailers still question how the tax would be implemented. They wonder whether the tax would be charged on items sold in Metro Vancouver but delivered outside the region, or bought outside the region and delivered back into Metro – questions the province has yet to answer. Wilson said some business sectors – particularly banks, financial services and professionals – will largely escape the new 0.5-per-cent tax on their transactions, while more pain will be felt by retailers, car dealers, restaurants and hotels.

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A substitute teacher in Surrey whose “chaotic” classrooms had children crying on more than one occasion and who once left kindergarten kids outside at the end of the day, has been disciplined by the B.C. Commissioner for Teacher Regulation (BCCTR). David Lee Burns worked as an on-call teacher in the Surrey School District, filling in at several elementary schools from 2009 to 2014. According to a consent resolution agreement made public by the BCCTR, the incidents in question related to time he worked at Panorama Park, Bear Creek and Don Christian elementary schools. In November 2013 at Panorama, he didn’t follow the lesson plan left by the kindergarten teacher and let things get so chaotic in the classroom that more than one student was in tears. At the end of the day,

he took the class of five-year-olds outside and didn’t return them to the classroom for proper dismissal, leaving the children on the playground during a busy time when the rest of the school was being dismissed. In January 2014, covering a Grade 6/7 class at Bear Creek, he again didn’t follow the teacher’s plan, despite leaving a note saying he had done so. He also provided “minimal instruction” and much of the day was “free time,” according to the BCCTR agreement, leaving the kids confused about what they were supposed to do. The class was so chaotic – children were coming and going freely, throwing paper airplanes, talking loudly and running around – that a frustrated child was found in the hallway crying. During two days the next month at Don Christian, the teacher’s lesson plan again was again not followed. The school district had reprimanded Burns five years earlier, after an investigation revealed he had not properly evacuated students in his care during a fire drill, hadn’t dismissed them properly and failed to read the on-call teacher file as required.

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stance that environcan justify ment for longer jail us,” Woods terms when predicted. an assault is “We feel that perpetrated finally it’s against a recognized transit opernationally ator. that there Woods said is a threat tougher senagainst trantencing isn’t sit workers Nathan Woods a cure-all for across Canassaults but ada.” called it a sigAssaults nificant new on drivers tool that should deter were down in 2014 to some aggressors. 119 from 134 in 2013 “It will create a safer but anxiety continues

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Public Hearing – February 24, 2015 The Municipal Council of The CorporaƟon of Delta will hold a Public Hearing, in accordance with the Local Government Act, to consider the following proposed projects and related applicaƟons: Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2015 Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: Council Chamber, Delta Municipal Hall 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC V4K 3E2 A Council meeƟng is scheduled to immediately follow this Public Hearing in the event Council wishes to give further consideraƟon to any projects at that Ɵme. Any persons who believe that their interest in property will be aīected by the proposed projects shall be given an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on maƩers contained in the bylaws and/or proposed by the applicaƟons. Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to communicate to Council in advance of the Public Hearing, you can write to: Mayor and Council, The CorporaƟon of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604-946-3390 Email: mayor-council@delta.ca Correspondence addressed to Mayor and Council will form part of the public record for this Public Hearing. To be considered, correspondence must be received by the Oĸce of the Municipal Clerk no later than 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 24, 2015. Project No. 1: Oĸcial Community Plan Housekeeping (File No. P14-08) LocaƟon: Various properƟes throughout Delta Applicant: The CorporaƟon of Delta Telephone: 604-946-3380 Proposal: Housekeeping amendments to the Oĸcial Community Plan. “The CorporaƟon of Delta Oĸcial Community Plan Bylaw No. 3950, 1985” Amendment Bylaw No. 7378 To amend “The CorporaƟon of Delta Oĸcial Community Plan Bylaw No. 3950, 1985” as follows: 1. To amend the Future Land Use Plan in Schedule A in order to make it consistent with the land use designaƟons in the Area Plan Schedules; 2. To correct inconsistencies in the land use designaƟon deĮniƟons associated with the North Delta Area Plan; 3. To add two Sunstone Community-speciĮc policies back into the North Delta Area Plan relaƟng to the overall density cap on the Delsom lands and the road network which provides vehicular access from 84 Avenue only; 4. To change the land use designaƟons of various North Delta properƟes, which were unintenƟonally re-designated by adopƟon of the North Delta Area Plan, to reŇect recent public review processes and Council approvals; 5. To remove inconsistencies between the Oĸcial Community Plan Schedules for Delta-owned park properƟes by designaƟng these lands Park in all Schedules; and 6. To correct miscellaneous typographical and mapping errors. Staī Contact: Laura Ryan – 604-946-3395 Web LocaƟon: January 26, 2015 Regular Council MeeƟng Agenda Item E.03 Project No. 2: ApplicaƟon for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit (File No. LU007295) LocaƟon: 11274 79A Avenue as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 2 Applicant: Terry Katerenchuk Telephone: 604-591-7215 Proposal: ApplicaƟon for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit in order to permit subdivision and development of two single MAP NO. 2 family residenƟal lots. FILE NO. LU007295 “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7389 To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from RS3 Single Family (0.4 ha) ResidenƟal to RS7 Single Family (335 m2) ResidenƟal. The Corporation of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta BC V4K 3E2 (604) 946-4141 www.delta.ca

Development Variance Permit LU007295 To vary SecƟon 305 of “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by reducing the front setback averaging requirement for the principal structures from a range of 6.7 m to 7.1 m for proposed Lot A and 5.7 m to 6.6 m for proposed Lot B, depending on the order of construcƟon of the lots, to 6.0 m for both lots. Staī Contact: Stephanie Johnson – 604-946-3269 Web LocaƟon: February 2, 2015 Regular Council MeeƟng Agenda Item E.02 Project No. 3: ApplicaƟon for Oĸcial Community Plan Amendment, Land Use Contract Discharge, Rezoning, Development Variance Permit and Development Permit (File No. LU007270) LocaƟon: 6788 Corbould Road as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 3 Applicant: Tussy Berg Telephone: 604-787-8490 Proposal: ApplicaƟon for Oĸcial Community Plan Amendment, Land Use Contract Discharge, Rezoning, Development Variance Permit and MAP NO. 3 FILE NO. LU007270 Development Permit in order to permit subdivision and development of two single family residenƟal lots. “The CorporaƟon of Delta Oĸcial Community Plan Bylaw No. 3950, 1985” Amendment Bylaw No. 7390 To amend the land use designaƟon for the subject property in the Tsawwassen Future Land Use Plan in Schedule D.1 of the Oĸcial Community Plan, from SFR Single Family ResidenƟal to ISF InĮll Single Family ResidenƟal to allow for a density of 20.4 units per hectare. Land Use Contract Discharge Bylaw No. 7391 To discharge Land Use Contract File No. LU-78-24 in order to bring the property under current zoning regulaƟons. “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7392 To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from C5 Private RecreaƟon to Comprehensive Development Zone No. 448 to allow a two-lot subdivision and construcƟon of a new single family dwelling on each lot. Development Variance Permit LU007270 To vary SecƟon 8.1 of “Delta Subdivision and Development Standards Bylaw No. 5100, 1994” by accepƟng a landscape treatment along the north property boundary of the subject property in lieu of the required 3.75 m wide road dedicaƟon and 3 m wide paved surface as measured from the centerline of the lane at the end of Corbould Road. Development Permit LU007270 For construcƟon within the Boundary Bay Foreshore and the Southlands Development Permit Area as well as the Streamside ProtecƟon and Enhancement Area. Staī Contact: Susan Elbe – 604-946-3389 Web LocaƟon: February 2, 2015 Regular Council MeeƟng Agenda Item E.04 AddiƟonal InformaƟon: AddiƟonal informaƟon, copies of the bylaws, supporƟng staī reports, and any relevant documentaƟon may be inspected unƟl Tuesday, February 24, 2015. Municipal Hall: Community Planning and Development Department Hours: 8:30 am to 4:45 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday (except statutory holidays) 8:30 am to 8:00 pm Thursday Website: www.delta.ca Email: com-pln-dev@delta.ca Phone: 604-946-3380 Please note that Council may not receive further submissions from the public or interested persons concerning any project aŌer the Public Hearing has concluded.

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The Surrey Board of Trade (SBOT) doesn’t see a lot in this year’s budget for the city and wants further clarity for investments in Surrey. “I don’t see a lot for Surrey,” SBOT CEO Anita Huberman told The Leader Tuesday. “We have seen some investments around education, North Clayton Secondary School for example.” But she said more clarification is needed for investment in areas of heath care, post-secondary education, and skills and trades training. “A third of our population is under the age of 19, we’re the fastest growing city in our province, and the investments around education that we need, we’re still playing catch-up.” Additional funding is also required for health care and crime reduction, she said. “There was a blue-ribbon panel crime report that was released in December and there’s no mention of any of that,” Huberman said. “And as you know, crime (reduction) is very important to Surrey.” All of that said, Huberman notes the board is supportive of how the province is remaining fiscally responsible with the balanced budget. Premier Christy Clark was expected

to address a crowd of business groups in Surrey after The Leader’s press deadline.

Energy revenue decline expected B.C.’s natural resource revenue is forecast to decline 6.9 per cent in the coming year, mostly due to lower prices for natural gas, oil and electricity. After gas drilling boom years, the province’s revenue from Crown land tenures is expected to continue to decline slightly for two years. Excluding land tenures, natural resource revenue is expected to increase 7.6 per cent over the next two years due to increased forest stumpage rates and prices for coal and other commodities. The province is forecasting no revenue from liquefied natural gas exports over the next three years, as investors continue to consider the multi-billion-dollar decisions that would get that industry off the ground in B.C. Revenue from fees will continue to rise, with Medical Services Plan rates increasing again after a 30 per cent jump in the past five years. De Jong said a scheduled four-percent increase in BC Ferries fares will also go ahead as scheduled April 1.

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UBC’s Prodigy close to every urban amenity, yet surrounded by the ocean and forest parks Buffered from the rush of the city by Pacific Spirit Forest, and perched on South Wesbrook Village at UBC, is Prodigy by Adera – a collection of 188 urban apartment homes. “We are really excited about this,” says Eric Andreasen, vice-president of marketing and sales for Adera. “The UBC area is some of Vancouver’s most premium real estate because it brings a casual environment together with an intelligent lifestyle nearby one of the world’s highest ranked universities.” Prodigy is the second six-story wood-frame building at UBC that compliments its natural surroundings and incorporates elements that celebrate the west coast lifestyle. It is close to every urban amenity, yet surrounded by acres of gorgeous forest parks, trails and beaches. Extensive green spaces and pathways link the community together, giving homeowners stunning views of Mundell Park that quaintly borders the site. If the vibrant city of Vancouver is what you crave, Andreasen says it’s no more than twenty minutes away. Prodigy provides a balanced lifestyle for homeowners who seek the reprieve of the elements without sacrificing urban conveniences. Residents can enjoy small neighborhood shops and services, cafes and restaurants, with Save-On Foods, UBC Hospital, Chan Centre for the Performing Arts and the Museum of Anthropology nearby. Andreasen says that for the long-term, Prodigy is perfectly suited for families, whose children can gain an education all in one area with access to some of the top schools in Canada, including University Hill Elementary and High School and UBC. Once inside, homeowners will find both space and elegance. Unwind with spa-like luxury in Prodigy’s beautiful bathrooms that combine sleek style and durability. The elegant kitchen uses an open-floor layout and eye-pleasing aesthetics. It comes equipped with stainless-steel appliances, porcelain tile backsplashes and floors, and quartz slab countertops. Cooking is made easy; the rest is up to you. Adera’s private rooftop lanais provide ample space to relax or entertain outdoors. Best of all, each patio is

In true West Coast Modern style, these luxury apartment homes are inspired by a natural design aesthetic, achieving visual and ecological harmony. covered with a solid extension of roofline, so whatever the mood or the weather, the fun can happen yearround. Of the bedrooms, Andreasen said they took customer feedback into consideration. “We were listening to their desires, and what they were asking for was four-bedrooms,” says Andreasen.”So we put combo units together and have substantially enhanced units – we’re excited to bring it the market.” Prodigy is available in one-bedroom to four-bedroom configurations, ranging from 556 to 1,482 square feet. Homeowners at Prodigy will also have access to the i.D. By Me program, which allows personalized upgrades that suit each individual’s lifestyle and personality. Options include choosing color scheme and flooring or upgrading appliances. Prodigy is designed with simplicity in mind to create an environment that emulates the true west coast lifestyle– one that encourages relaxation. “Every aspect is designed and built to the highest standard in terms of quality and sustainability,” says Andreasen. “It’s always a big moment to actually be able to move into the building. The grand opening of on-site displays and the public release of the second building takes place Feb. 28, with private previews available the week in advance for VIP customers, friends and family. Prodigy’s new Sales Centre is open this week, at 118 – 6033 Gray Avenue, Vancouver. For more information, visit www.adera.com, email prodigy@adera.com, call 604-221-8878.

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SURREY MUSEUM The Surrey Museum is open for another fun season of fascinating exhibitions and fun programs for all ages. To get a full Winter program lineup, visit www.surrey.ca/heritage, or call 604-592-6956.

A Queen and Her Country The Queen has had a long and illustrious reign as Canada’s monarch. Audiovisual presentations, artifacts and photographs depict Queen Elizabeth II’s relationship with Canada. Test your knowledge of royal protocol, and share memories about the Queen’s visits to Canada. From the Canadian Museum of History

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ETCETERA The Delta Arts Council next Open Mic is on Feb. 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Firehall Centre for the Arts, 11489 84 Ave. It’s like a backstage club, where performers gather to present new works or maintain their skills. The MC is Patti McGregor. The general public is invited to attend. Doors open at 7 p.m. Admission $4. For more information, call 604-5816270. Watershed Artworks’ featured artist for February is photographer Ursula Easterbrook. Her exhibit is titled: “Serendipity” - F8, right time, right place... magic moments captured. Meet the artist on Feb. 28 from 2-4 p.m. at the Watershed Artworks Gallery Shop, 11425 84 Ave. For more information or gallery hours, call 604-596-1029.

▶ CLUBS North Delta Newcomers and Friends is a ladies social club. If you have just moved to this area or would like to meet some new friends, call and arrange to attend any of their regular activities such as morning walks, coffee gatherings, card games, stitch and chat, book clubs, and monthly dinners. Their next monthly dinner is on March 4. For more information, call Kathy at 604-583-3691 or Pam at 604-597-7974.

▶ EVENTS inFlux, a multimedia social event with an eclectic blend of performances, live music, spoken word and activities, takes place Feb. 27 from 8-11 p.m. at the Surrey Arts Centre, 13750 88 Ave. Call 604-5015566 for details. Ukrainian Soul Food – perogies, cabbage rolls and borsch – will be available on Friday, Feb. 27 at a fundraiser from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 108 Ave. Eat-in, take away, or ready for your freezer. For information, call 604-531-1923 or 604-581-0313.

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Celebrate Surrey’s past and women inventors at the Historic Stewart Farm’s Heritage Family Days in February and March. On Feb. 21 from 12-4 p.m., see century-old maps and historic photographs reveal how Surrey’s neighbourhoods have changed over the past 100 years. Kids can use their imagination and vintage-style images to create their own cityscape to take home. On March 7 from 12-4 p.m., figure out what Barbie, Liquid Paper, and the Coffee Maker have in common when you drop in for International Women’s Day. Write a letter to an inspirational woman in your life, then cozy up in the farmhouse kitchen with a chocolate chip cookie (also invented by a woman). Admission is drop-in, by donation. The Historic Stewart Farm is located at 13723 Crescent Rd.

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Our Preschool Programs are based on a responsive curriculum where the educators offer an engaging, reflective program based on the children’s interests. Focussing on healthy child development: Social, Emotional, Physical, Creative, Communication, Language, Literacy and Cognition. Come out to meet our staff and tour the facilities.

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Surrey Youth Orchestra presents World Premiere: Space and Time, a free concert featuring a commissioned work by Surrey-born composer Jordan Nobles. The concert will feature more than 100 young musicians and takes place Saturday, Feb. 28, 2 p.m. at Surrey City Hall, 13450 104 Ave. For further information about the Surrey Symphony Society, visit www.surreysymphony. com or email gm.surreysymphony@gmail.com

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There’s free training to be a volunteer Active Choices coach. The training offers life skills training and teaches how to be a coach/mentor. The Active Choices program is part of the University of Victoria Self Management programs which are funded by your Ministry of Health. The training date is March 13 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Surrey Central Library, 10350 University Dr. Bring your lunch. All other materials will be provided. Call Angela 604522-1492 or email angela. activechoices@shaw.ca

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The Irish Club of White Rock is kicking off Celtic Month on Sunday, March 1 at 1 p.m. at the White Rock Pier. Wear green and join a flash mob at the outdoor open house.

Simon Fraser University’s Surrey campus is “inviting the world” to its annual Global Community Open House on Wednesday, March 4 from 4:30-8:30 p.m. Visitors can cheer on robotic battles, interact with technologies that manage chronic pain, test “wearable” technologies, sample “Face Fries,” learn about the science of beer brewing and check out the latest student innovations. For more information, visit www.sfu.ca/surrey/open house

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▶ SURREY SCHOOL HOSTS SENIOR AA GIRLS FRASER VALLEY CHAMPIONSHIPS

Home court edge for Holy Cross RICK KUPCHUK

The Holy Cross Crusaders are hoping home court advantage will send both their senior girls and senior boys basketball teams to provincial championship tournaments. The Surrey school is hosting the eight-team Fraser Valley Senior AA girls championship this week, as well as four games of the Senior 4A boys tournament Friday and Monday. The Crusaders are favoured to qualify for the B.C. championships in both categories. The girls squad is ranked ninth in the province among Senior AA teams, but are the top-ranked squad in the Fraser Valley. But head coach Steve Beauchamp isn’t looking past anyone at the four-day Fraser Valley tournament. “Parity amongst the top teams continues to be the theme as any team can win on any given day,” he said. “You should expect some upsets.” Only three teams will advance to the provincial championships, leaving little room for error. As the host team, the Crusaders plan to take advantage of playing at home. “Our school has a long tradition of hosting tournaments, and our minor officials and volunteers do a superb

job,” said Beauchamp. “We hope many students, parents and alumni will be out to support our team to help provide a little bit of a home court advantage.” Other contenders for the championship will be the 14th-ranked Southridge Storm, a likely semifinal opponent for Holy Cross, and the 11th-ranked Rick Hansen Hurricanes of Abbotsford. A young Holy Cross team has just four players in their Grade 12 year, including guard Nicole Vander Helm, a first-team all-star a year ago at the B.C. Senior AAA championships in Langley. Among the Grade 11s is Maria Palmegiani, a Dream Team selection at the Surrey Fire Fighters Goodwill Classic in January. The Senior 4A boys Fraser Valley Championship tournament began yesterday (Wednesday) with 16 teams playing in single-knockout games. The eight survivors will advance to face eight seeded teams tomorrow (Friday) at four locations, including Holy Cross where the host Crusaders will play at 8:15 p.m. against an opponent to be determined. It will be the second of two senior boys games played at the school.

Brianna Yelle of the Holy Cross Crusaders dribbles the ball in a game earlier this month. The Crusaders will host the Fraser Valley Senior AA girls championship tournament this weekend. BOAZ JOSEPH Holy Cross will also host a pair of second round games Monday, before the tournament moves to the Langley Events Centre Thursday through Saturday of next week. The Crusaders are seeded third for the Fraser Valley tournament, and are favoured to be among

the six teams to qualify for the B.C. Championships next month at the Langley Events Centre. Last season, the Crusaders made an impressive run to the B.C. championship game, losing 67-64 to continued on page 27

Eagles lose a pair to the Chiefs ▶ JUNIOR A TEAM SWEPT BY MAINLAND DIVISION RIVALS NICK GREENIZAN

For members of the Surrey Eagles, there wasn’t much to love about Valentine’s Day, as the team lost a 3-2 heartbreaker on the road against the Chilliwack Chiefs. The loss was the second in a row for the Ea-

gles against their division rivals; Friday night at South Surrey Arena, the Chiefs stomped the Eagles 8-1. While Friday’s game was something of a blowout, Saturday’s contest was a much closer affair, with the two teams tied until there were just seven minutes remaining in the third, when Chilliwack’s Craig Putter broke the deadlock, beating Surrey netminder Christian Short who was nearly unbeatable otherwise.

Short – who is among the BC Hockey League leaders in shots faced, and would be head-and-shoulders above the field had he not missed weeks with an injury – stopped 44 of 47 Chiefs’ shots in the loss, earning first-star honours as a result. Eagles’ defenceman Latrell Charleson opened the scoring for Surrey with a power-play goal early in the first period, but the Chiefs responded with a pair of power-play markers themselves – from Tipper Higgins

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In winning a 12th consecutive Slamfest title, the Guildford Park Sabres showed they are likely to continue that streak for some time. The host of the all-Surrey high school wrestling competition won in 10 of 13 weight classes to finish first in the team standings. Hasseb Javaid, a Grade 11 student and a silver medalist at the provincial championships last season, was named the Most Outstanding Wrestler. Sabres teammate Cindy Amigo was the Most Outstanding Female Wrestler, helping Guildford Park to place first in the female team standings. Sabres wrestlers Gagan Hundal, Devante Wilson and Dacious Richardson were gold medalists at Slamfest, and will be medal contenders at the B.C. Championships. Yousef Al-Autman, a Grade 10 wrestler from Guildford Park, placed first in the 60 kg. class. Amar Atwal of Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary was the tournament’s Most Outstanding

Junior Wrestler. Sukie Sekhon of Queen Elizabeth Secondary and Guildford Park’s Stas Kalinowski received $750 bursaries from the tournament sponsor Surrey Fire fighters Charitable Society.

All around gold for gymnasts Members of the Surrey Gymnastic Society excelled at their first competition of the season in Coquitlam earlier this month, earning a pair of all around gold medals at the Omega Invitational. Chenay Wong, 11, topped the standings in the Level 6 category for girls born in 2003-04, winning silver medals on bars, beam and floor and earning a bronze on vault. Nicole Czerniakowski also won all around gold, winning gold medals on bars and beam and bronze medals on floor and vault in the Level 6 (2000-02) group. Two 13-year-olds competed in Level 7 (1998-2002), with Alexa Cannon winning an all around bronze medal

after winning silver on bars, bronze on vault and beam and placing fourth on floor. Teammate Eva Woodward was fifth all around with a bronze medal on bars and fifth-place scores on vault, beam and floor. In Level 7 (20032004), Maria Bashko, 11, was fifth all around with a silver medal on bars, a bronze on floor and fifth-place score on beam.

Spring soccer at KPU With support from its students, the Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) Eagles will host both men’s and women’s soccer teams at its second-annual Spring Pre-season Tournament. Sponsored by the Kwantlen Students Association (KSA), four men’s and four women’s teams will participate in the two-day tournament Feb. 28 to March 1 at Newton Athletic Park. The first day of the tournament will run in conjunction with KPU’s Surrey Campus Open House.

The Eagles, members of the PACWEST (Pacific Western Athletic Conference) and the University of the Fraser Valley Cascades of the CIS (Canadian Interuniversity Sports), will field teams in both men’s and women’s competition. Other men’s teams will include the Thompson Rivers University Wolfpack and the University of British Columbia (UBC) Thunderbirds, both of the CIS. Also competing in the women’s tournament will be the Simon Fraser University Clan of the Greater Northwest Athletic Conference and the UBC - Okanagan Heat of the CIS. “By scheduling both KPU teams during the Open House, we are able to showcase varsity athletics to students who may become student-athletes, fans, or even student-employees with our department,” said David Kent, KPU Eagles Director of Athletics and Recreation. “We are pleased to work in collaboration with the KSA to showcase just one of many ways to connect with the university, to get involved, and

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Roughly 600 athletes, including 47 from Surrey, will be competing at the 2015 Special Olympics BC Winter Games this weekend in Kamloops and Sun Peaks. The athletes will be competing in alpine skiing, cross country skiing, curling, figure skating, floor hockey, snow shoeing and speed skating, striving to qualify for the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games next year in Cornerbrook, Newfoundland and Labrador. The Surrey contingent includes six figure skaters, 29 floor hockey players, eight curlers, a cross country skier and three alpine skiers.

Tyler Tardi has advanced to the semifinal round in men’s curling at the Canada Winter Games in Prince George. The Cloverdale resident won his first four games of the competition to clinch first place in Pool B. He will play in one of two semifinal games tonight (Thursday). Tardi, a member of the Langley Curling Club, is skip of the B.C. team which also includes lead Tim Henderson of Victoria, second Nicholas Umbach of Coquitlam and third Sterling Middleton of Sort St. John. Team B.C. began play with an 14-4 victory over Albert and a 11-2 win over the Yukon Territory Sunday. They then edged New Brunswick 7-6 Monday, then doubled previously unbeaten Nova Scotia 8-4 on Tuesday morning. In their final game of pool play Wednesday morning, the B.C. squad scored three in the 10th end to defeat Prince Edward Island 8-6. Brooke Ashcroft of Surrey teamed with Langley’s Jessica Auton to place seventh in the target shooting air pistol team competition Tuesday. The pair had a score of 669. Alberta won gold with a 716 score, following by Newfoundland and Labrador at 705 and Saskatchewan at 703. The air pistol individual competition is today (Thursday).

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the intention of the City Council of the City of Surrey, pursuant to Section 210, 212(2) and 213 of the Community Charter S.B.C. 2003, c.26, to initiate a Local Area Service in Grandview Heights Neighbourhood Concept Plan (NCP) Area # 2 (Sunnyside Heights). The details of the Local Area Service are as follows:

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Fergus Sanitary Pump Station and Forcemain – Fergus Sanitary Pump Station to be located on 168 Street near 14 Avenue; and an associated Forcemain to connect the pump station to the existing gravity sanitary sewer at 160 Street and 24 Avenue.

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the Winston Churchill Bulldogs. “After our second place finish last season, many believed we would not be back competitive this year,” said head coach Matt Lechasseur. “But have been ranked provincially most the season and have beat top five teams on numerous occasions this year.”

The Crusaders are led by Grade 12 player Taylor Browne, who netted 58 points in a single game earlier this season. After two days of regional playoffs earlier this week, 12 teams have advanced to the Senior AAA girls Fraser Valley Championships at Gleneagle Secondary in Coquitlam. The Fleetwood Park Dragons and Lord Tweedsmuir Panthers

have been eliminated from championship contention, but are still playing for a top-five placing and a berth to the provincial playoffs. The Panthers, seeded ninth, tipoff against the 10th-seed Elgin Park Orcas tonight (Thursday) at 6:30 p.m. Fleetwood Park, seeded fifth, will play at 8:15 p.m. against the 14th-ranked Walnut Grove Gators.

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$11.1 million $2.86 million out of the total estimated cost of $11.1 million. Full payment of the Charge plus the accrued interest at the payment due date. No payment is required until the time of Development. Development includes rezoning, subdivision, consolidation, development permit, service connection application, development variance permit*, and building permit*.

*An exemption will be given if an existing building on the property is demolished and rebuilt, or if a development variance permit is taken out on an existing building for renovation or rebuild, without connecting to the City sanitary sewer system.

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Council may proceed with this Local Area Service unless a petition against the Local Area Service is presented within 30 days after the notice has been given in accordance with the Community Charter, Section 94. In order for a petition against this Local Area Service to be certified as sufficient and valid, the petition must be signed by owners of parcels that in total represent at least 50% of the parcels that would be subject to the local service tax, and the persons signing must be the owners of parcels that in total represent at least 50% of the assessed value of land and improvements that would be subject to the local service tax. The City will send out the petition letters to the residents in the benefitting area. An Open House has been scheduled on Thursday March 5, 2015 at 7:00 pm at Pacific Heights Elementary School (17148 26 Avenue). Doors will open at 6:30 pm

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▶ PACWEST CHAMPIONS Rosalynn Chong (left) and Veronica Yeung of the KPU Eagles compete in a women’s doubles match against the Langara Falcons during the PACWEST (Pacific Western Athletic Conference) badminton championships Saturday at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU). Yeung and Chong teamed up to win the gold medal. Willine Kwee of KPU also won gold in the women’s singles category. KPU won a pair of silver medals in men’s competition, as Surrey’s Lawson Chan was second in singles and Bradley Low and Surrey’s Ethan Bui were the runners-up in doubles. BOAZ JOSEPH

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SURREY CLOSE AND REMOVE THE DEDICATION OF HIGHWAY OF A Portion of Lane Adjacent to 10154, 10164 – 139 Street and 13904, 13916 – 102 Avenue, Bylaw, 2015, No. 18325” NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the intention of the City Council of the City of Surrey, pursuant to Section 40 and Section 94 of the Community Charter S.B.C. 2003, c.26, to adopt “Surrey Close and Remove the Dedication of Highway of a Portion of Lane Adjacent to 10154, 10164 – 139 Street and 13904, 13916 – 102 Avenue, Bylaw, 2015, No. 18325” at the Regular Council-Public Hearing meeting on the 23rd day of February, 2015. This closure is intended to remove the dedication of 375.4 square metres of surplus road allowance in order to facilitate the consolidation with the adjacent properties 10154, 10164 – 139 Street and 13904, 13916 – 102 Avenue. In accordance with the Community Charter, approval of the disposition of the road will be considered by City Council at a later date.

Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to convey to Council, please submit them in writing, fax or email to the City Clerk, 13450 - 104 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V3T 1V8, Fax: (604)501-7578, email: clerks@surrey.ca, no later than Monday, February 23, 2015 at 4:00 pm. There will also be an opportunity for persons wishing to do so, to make representations to Council at the February 23, 2015 Regular Council-Public Hearing meeting. Copies of the bylaw may be inspected at the City Hall and any inquiries relating to property issues should be made to the Realty Section (604-598-5700) or for inquiries relating to traffic issues contact the Transportation Planning Section (604-591-4146), Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm, commencing Thursday, February 12, 2015 up to and including February 23, 2015. City Clerk

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▶ EAGLES TO HOST SPRUCE KINGS from page 26

In the game’s waning minutes, the only other fireworks came when Charleson – who was chasing a puck into the corner – made contact with an official, who was shoved from behind. Charleson was given a game misconduct on the play, and suspended for the balance of the regular season. Friday’s game was equally ugly, as a result of a plethora of Chiefs goals. With the Eagles trailing 3-1 after two periods, Chilliwack fired three quick goals past Surrey netminder Daniel Davidson to take a 6-1 lead. At that point, Short relieved Davidson between the pipes, but fared no better, as the Chiefs tacked on two power-play goals in the final seven minutes. Plotnikoff had the lone goal for the Eagles in the loss. The Birds return to South Surrey to host the Prince George Spruce Kings Friday night. On Sunday afternoon, Surrey will round out the weekend with a 4 p.m. home game against the Cowichan Valley Capitals.

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Braving the winter in search of summer wine The long straights in Through rain, fog, snow Manning Park temptand ice, we drove in ed me to open up the search of Syrah in the 3.5-litre SOHC, V6 and Okanagan Valley. let all 290 horses roar. A The 1,000-kilometre sudden slip towards the journey was a good winter ditch and a rear sway put test of the all-wheel-drive paid to that notion and I 2015 Acura MDX elite was grateful for traction edition. But it was also a control. quest to collect examRain swept us through ples of the fermented Drinking and Similkameen homegrown Syrah grape driving don’t mix but the Valley but cleared as to be poured by Okanafor this Okanagan we dropped down into gan winemakers at next Osoyoos. First stop would week’s Vancouver Interna- wine fan, the reward be Black Hills Estate tional Wine Festival. came at day’s end. Winery, on Black Sage Drinking and driving Road, in Oliver. It has don’t mix but for this Keith Morgan magnificent views of Okanagan wine fan, the the Okanagan valley. Its reward came at day’s end interpretation of Syrah is mouth-filling or when somebody else took the wheel and much closer to its Rhone Valley at midday! origins than that Oz style. The same can The idea for the jaunt came when I be said of that served by TIME Estate learned Honda’s premium brand was Winery across the road, which opens to a festival sponsor. My focus sharpened the public this summer. when Syrah was named the feature Minutes later, we had swept across the grape and it was revealed that 55 valley to the castle-like structure that wineries from Australia would show off is Road 13, where owners Mick and their version of the French grape – the Pam Luckhurst entertained and sent big and often fruity Shiraz. Past tastings us packing with a variety of blends. told me B.C. could hold its own in this The overnight stop was neighbouring duel. Indeed 16 of our best winemakers Tinhorn Cellars, where its generous cowill uncork Syrah. owner and winemaker Sandra Oldfield The Driveway car pulled into eight of extracted a delicious Syrah from her those vineyards but it was not an easy private cellar. drive. Though the forecast snow did not The next day, a yellow orb appeared materialize in the Fraser Valley, gusts did above while passing by the beautiful test surefootedness. The true winter test Vaseaux Lake and into Okanagan Falls. was found along the twisty Hope-PrincWe spun onto Eastside Road and skirted eton highway. In the summer, it’s a fun Skaha Lake to Penticton. It’s a quiet, roller coaster ride but hidden black ice fast road and it enabled me to play with and patches around every corner made paddle shifters. it a steering wheel gripper.

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The view from Poplar Grove over Okanagan Lake is spectacular as is the Syrah, which, like the best of the winery’s reds, benefits from the extra aging afforded by cellaring it for a couple of years longer than the norm. A three-kilometre side trip to Red Rooster netted a Reserve Syrah, which exuded yummy plum and cherry from its neck, once opened! One more stop before a relaxing evening spent staring over the lake while sipping on a suite balcony at the Summerland Waterfront Resort. The snowy and very icy single track to the new Sage Hills Vineyard in Summerland required careful navigation. The reward was a barrel tasting with winemaker Andrea Lee and vineyard manager Keenan Thrussell. The new vintage had yet to be bottled but a rosé version hit the spot later! Time to return to the coast via Sandhill Wines in Kelowna. Howard Soon, a B.C. born industry pioneer, makes Syrah from vineyards in the south of the valley and a special ‘small lots’ version from a

single vineyard. By the time the rear two rows were lowered to accommodate the purchased cases of wine, the seven-seat MDX was strictly a two-seater. Despite its load, it leapt up to the Pennask Summit on the Okanagan Connector as fast the outside temperature dropped to minus five. The Coquihalla Highway was bathed in sunlight and the descent to Hope was smooth and quiet but for the rattle from the bottles. Bring on the Aussies! If you can’t get to the festival tasting room, tour Okanagan wine country this summer… with a designated driver, of course. Power: 3.5-litre SOHC, V6, 290 hp, with 6-speed auto paddle shifters and grade control. Fill-up: 12.7/8.5L/100km (city/hwy) Price as tested: $63,990 Base price: $49,990 keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

Que Syrah, Syrah! Of the 27 BC wineries featured at the upcoming Vancouver International Wine Festival (February 20 until March 1), 16 Okanagan Valley vineyards will pour wine made from this year’s featured grape – Syrah. Our Search for Syrah in an Acura MDX took us to eight of those wineries.

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▸ Black Hills Estate Winery: 4318 Black Sage Road, Oliver (blackhillswinery.com) ▸ Road 13 Vineyards: 799 Ponderosa Road, Road 13, Oliver (road13vineyards.com) ▸ Tinhorn Creek Vineyards: 537 Tinhorn Creek Road, Oliver (tinhorn.com) ▸ TIME Estate Winery: 30861 Black Sage Road, Oliver (timewinery.com) ▸ Sage Hills Vineyard: 18555 Matsu Drive, Summerland (sagehillswine.com) ▸ Poplar Grove Winery: 425 Middle Bench Road North, Penticton (poplargrove.ca) ▸ Red Rooster Winery: 891 Naramata Road, Penticton (redroosterwinery.com) ▸ Sandhill Wines: 1125 Richter St, Kelowna, (sandhillwines.ca)

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Mercedes gets a grip with winterland crossover. The B and GLA are sold with front wheel drive (FWD) and now AWD. The latest B-Class gets a mild facelift, including a new grille, lower chin spoiler, different wheels and a new accent line down the side. The CLA was just introduced last year so external updates will have to wait another couple of years. The B-Class is a taller hatchback design with bigger rear windows and a large hatch and cargo space. The CLA on the other hand is more about style, competing for the upwardly mobile crowd that want to be seen in this sleek, low slung sedan.

Inside Both the B-Class and CLA receive nice updates for 2015 on the inside. The screen on the dash is larger, moving to a standard 7-inch screen or optional 8-inch on cars with navigation. Other updates include a sportier steering wheel, a revised stereo head unit and a new instrument cluster behind the steering wheel. Heated seats are now standard for 2015 but heated rear seats and a heated steering wheel are not available in these cars. The B-Class 4Matic is a $2,200 premium over the FWD version, starting at $33,500. The CLA has the

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Montreal – If there is one part of this vast country that knows about winter driving, it is the province of Quebec. Winter can stretch from November until April, which is why this frost bitten part of the country mandates winter tires and was the perfect spot to showcase two products from Mercedes Benz, the B-Class and CLA-Class. Both are now equipped with Mercedes 4Matic AWD system. Looks Both the B-Class hatchback and CLA sedan are based on the Mercedes small car platform that is also shared with the GLA compact

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same $2,200 charge for AWD, starting at $36,800. One nice feature available on the CLA is an “exclusive” package that includes a leather dashboard with French stitching for $2,300. Drive To explore the abilities of these two new products, the Olympic rowing basin used for the 1976 Montreal games was partially plowed, exposing sheet ice with a fresh sprinkling of snow. This provided a great example of the limits of grip and the abilities of the electronic stability program, in conjunction with the AWD. On sheet ice, there is no grip. It was on the rural roads outside of Montreal near the ski resort of Bromont that the 4Matic system proved useful. The system is designed to provide power to the front wheels as often as possible and instantly transfer power to the rear when extra grip is needed. The maximum amount of power sent to the rear wheels if fifty percent. I noticed that these cars, when placed in “sport” mode allow the car to slip and slide without the electronics being too oppressive. An overly aggressive nanny style is often used by other manufacturers and it shuts down any type of sliding, something that can be welcome by advanced drivers. Altogether, both cars feel very well balanced, almost like a rear-wheel-drive car when a controlled slide is achieved. Verdict Mercedes has had enormous success with its 4Matic AWD system, accounting for eighty five percent of its sales. With the introduction of these two new models in late 2014, the number has jumped to over ninety percent. This opens up the safety and stability of AWD to a larger market. One thing to keep in mind is these two products offer great value if the buyer keeps and eye on the options. The “must have” package include the Premium Package for an additional $3800 on both the B-Class and CLA. This includes automatic climate control, a huge panoramic sunroof, rear view camera, blind spot system and navigation. This brings the 4Matic price on the B-Class to $37,300 and $40,600 on the CLA. Not overly expensive for a Mercedes Benz product but pricier than the starting price suggests. Should you consider the 4Matic version of the B-Class and CLA? Absolutely, based on the added level of security, grip and improved resale value. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

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OBITUARIES

FYFFE Genieva Margaret Dec. 31, 1930 ~ Feb. 15, 2015

Genieva Fyffe passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her husband Ed (1987) and sister Evelyn, she is survived by her brothers Don (Joan), Gerry (Dawn), Bob (Elaine) and Gord. Genieva will be greatly missed by her 5 children Marilyn (Ren), Corine, Susan (Bill), Jim (Penny) and Marie (Alan), ten grandchildren Charlene (Alex), Shawna (Mike), Brent (Desiree), Brad, Breanne, Thomas, Brendan, Daniel, Hannah and great grandchild Breckin. She was a special Auntie to many nieces and nephews. Born in Shaunavon, Saskatchewan, Genieva moved to Vancouver at an early age and married on July 14th, 1951. She enjoyed swimming for many years and was an avid reader and bridge player. Genieva was proud to be a long time member of the Catholic Women’s League. She will be remembered as being kind and caring, always wanting to help those in need. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, February 21st at 11:00 am at St. Bernadette Parish, 6543 - 132 St., Surrey, BC. A reception will follow for family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.bakerviewcrematorium.com

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OBITUARIES

MONGA, Rai S., 70, of Shell Lake, WI died Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at Indianhead Medical Center in Shell Lake, WI. He was born June 1, 1944 in Mandi Dabwali, India to Lachhman and Gurbachan Kaur (Sethi) Monga. He was married in India on October 19, 1970 to Ramnika Sachdeva. While living in India, Rai operated his own brickmaking and gas station business for many years. After retirement, they moved to Shell Lake to be closer to family. He is survived by his wife, Ramnika of Shell Lake, WI; his children, Charley (Pachwant Kaur) Monga of Surrey, British Columbia and Nick (Ranjana Devi) Monga of Shell Lake, WI; 4 grandchildren, Chetanya, Chirag Shrishti and Vishav Monga and brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and other relatives. A private family service will be held. www.skinnerfh.com 715-822-2345

SMITH, Norman Mervin May 1956 - February 2015 Norman, 58 years old, passed away in his home after a long battle with heart disease. He leaves behind his wife Debbie, daughters Amanda (Kevin) and Leanne (Chris) and grandsons Keegan, Emmett, Lukas and Liam. Norman lived for his family. He will be remembered for his guidance, his strength, his corny jokes and his larger than life presence. His passing has left a huge hole in our lives. He will be missed more than words can say. Norman rest peacefully now, you are no longer in pain.

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COMING EVENTS

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COMING EVENTS

Retro Designs/Antiques Fair. Feb 22 10am-3pm. Croatian Cultural Ctr 3250 Commercial Drive. Adm. $5.

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INFORMATION

IF YOU ARE... S S S S

Moving, Expecting A Baby Planning A Wedding Anticipating Retirement Employment Opportunities

1-844-299-2466 We have Gifts & Information

www.welcomewagon.ca SOAR is Pacific Coastal Airline’s in-flight magazine. This attractive business & tourism publication is published bi-monthly (6 times/year). Great impact for your BC Business. More than 280,000 passengers fly Pacific Coastal Airlines. Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 or email fish@blackpress.ca Witness needed for a hit and run motor vehicle accident that occurred on Saturday, December 20, 2014 at 6:30 am on 139th Street and 96th Avenue involving a 2009 Toyota Corolla with BC plate no. 670 SXD and a dark green coloured vehicle. If you have any information regarding this accident please contact Harry Bains at 604.864.6131.

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CHILDCARE WANTED

IN HOME CAREGIVER (NANNY)

Hira Nawaz needs a F/T (40 hrs /week) Caregiver (Nanny) at their home located at the intersection of 163 and 85 Ave., (Camelot Village), Surrey, BC. The Nanny will take care of a newborn baby & perform duties like helping with child-related tasks like sterilizing bottles, preparing formulas and feeding the child, changing diapers, bathing, dressing the child, taking care of the emotional comfort of the child & maintain a healthy & safe environment, perform light housekeeping & cleaning duties. Speaking English is mandatory, speaking Punjabi/Urdu is an asset. Min 6 months training or 1 year exp in a similar role and high school or equivalent education. If you choose to live-in, you will have your own secured room with private bathroom and full use of household amenities for the duration of employment at no charge. Salary $10.50/hr. Email resume to: hira.nawaz@live.com

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ANTIQUE SHOW

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

Sunday, March 1st Admission $1.75 703 Terminal Ave. Vancouver 8:30am to 4:30pm Over 80 tables of antique & collectible treasures. Join us on Facebook For info 604 685 8843 Always buying Antiques & Collectibles

TABLES ONLY $40

Opportunity To Buy Janitorial Franchise

ANNUAL STARTING REVENUE $24,000 - $120,000 FINANCING AVAILABLE • Minimum $6,050 down payment • Guaranteed Cleaning Contracts • Includes Professional Training • On Going Support • Proven Worldwide Franchiser

www.vancouverfleamarket.com

WE’RE ON THE WEB

www.bcclassified.com 604-575-5555 toll-free 1-866-575-5777

604.434.7744 info@coverallbc.com www.coverallbc.com

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EDUCATION

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HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

Gente Bella Beauty Academy is now excepting applications for our new Abbotsford campus. If you are a dynamic team oriented educator we want to hear from you! Drop off your resume at 9222 Young Rd. in Chilliwack OR email directly to: gmorran@earthlink.net no phone calls please

Non-smokers. No pets. Varied duties. Phone for particulars. 250-493-3535

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com BC COLLEGE OF OPTICS - Optician / Contact Lens Fitter. 6 month course. 604.581.0101

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

HELP WANTED

ATLAS POWER SWEEPING DRIVERS & LABOURERS

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS

Only those of interest will be contacted.

HELP WANTED

Educators We’re expanding

Mature couple wanted for contract to manage and operate ¿shing resort.

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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HELP WANTED

FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944

F/T & P/T POSITIONS AVAILABLE Shifts: Mon~Sat, 9-5 p.m. Must have cashier experience and Grade 12 Math is an asset. ALL interested candidates must present their resume in person Mon ~ Fri, 10 a.m - 3 p.m.

Drop off resume, Express Currency Exchange Ltd.

15223 Russell Ave. White Rock (No phone calls please)

Power sweeping,power scrubbing and pressure washing. Must be hard working with a good attitude. Burnaby based. Must be available to work nights and weekends. Good driving record & abstract required. Experience and Air Ticket beneficial. Email: jobs@atlasg.net or Fax: 604-294-5988

F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com

CARRIERS Earn Extra $

MOLLY MAID

Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca

ADULTS NEEDED TO DELIVER the Surrey North Delta Leader Part-time, Small vehicle required. Door to door delivery Tuesdays and Thursdays. Please call 604-575-5342

Community Health Nurse sought in Port Hardy, BC. Request job description or apply to marie.hunt@kwakiutl.bc.ca by Feb 22. Competitive salary offered. Tel. 250-949-6625

Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily

Is looking for bondable, hardworking, detail oriented house cleaners. Drivers Lic an asset. Good English Required.

Call 604-599-9962 Monday - Friday 9am - 3 pm

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We are seeking a fulltime live-in caregiver to take care of our less than 2 yr old daughter at our residence at the intersection of 109 Ave & 142 B St. Surrey V3R 3L8. Duties: Supervise and care for children, bathe, dress and feed children. Prepare infant for rest periods, organize activities for children, Plan, prepare and serve meals & perform other related housekeeping duties. Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home. Instruct children in personal hygiene and social development. Language: English , knowledge of Punjabi / Hindi an asset but not a necessity. Grade 12 and one year experience taking care of children or a recognized caregiver 6 months course required. Compensation: $11 per hr / 8 hrs per day / 5 days per week , Plus 10 days of paid vacation per year. Please contact us at rajanbombhi@gmail.com MEAT CUTTERS A & B Holdings Inc. dba A & S Meat and Poultry located at 12827 76 Ave #105, Surrey, BC V3W 2V3 seeks to hire 3 full time permanent meat cutters. Job duties include: Cut, trim, fillet, grind, weigh, pack and prepare standard cuts of meat, poultry, lamb, goat and beef etc. using butcher’s cutlery or powered equipment. High school education workable spoken English, 1 year meat cutting experience or completion of meat cutting training program is required Wage is $23.00/ hr. Email your resume to: asmeats127@gmail.com SMALL ENG/SAW/OUTBOARD MECHANIC WANTED. Exp required. Wage/benefits negotiable. ShopRite Marine/Logging, Port McNeill, BC Send resume to: crosback@telus.net

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FRANCHISE

PART-TIME

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

Production Workers Black Press, Canada’s Largest independently owned newspaper group, is currently looking for part-time production workers to work at our Delta - Vantage Way 24/7 production facilities.

.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

F/T SKILLED Landscaper & Paving stone installer/general labourer are needed to start immed. Salary based on exp. Email resume: expert@espl.bc.ca 604-576-6694

This position is an entry-level, general labour position that involves the physical handling of newspapers and related advertising supplements.

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M & S Truck Repair Ltd.

ORDER PICKER

Hiring F/T; Business Address: 14684 64th Ave Surrey. Truck & Transport Mechanic $27.50/hr Performing general & preventive maintenance services; Office Administrator $22.00/hr Review & answer correspondence; Manages staff schedules. Electrician $27.00/hr Read & interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications to plan wiring layouts; Truck & Transport Mechanic Helper $18.50/hr. Move tools, equipment and other materials; Clean work area and equipment. Apply at: mstruckrepair1@gmail.com

PB Distribution We are currently seeking people for our afternoon/night shift pickers in our cold storage warehouse. Requirements: F Picking & packing of customer orders F Operating RF scan guns F Stable work history F Ability to work as a team or independently F Ability to lift up to 50lbs F Repetitive / frequent lifting, standing and walking F Asset in knowledge of stand-up reach trucks/dock stockers F No experience necessary but is an asset If you are interested in this position and meet the above requirements, plse send your resume to:

Surinder.dhaliwal@ pbdistribution.com

Village Green Hotel Vernon, B.C. requires a director of sales & marketing. For job description and to apply go to www.villagegreenhotel.com/vernon-careers.

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Jim’s Mowing Business for Sale Call 310-JIMS (5467)

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

LIVE-IN CAREGIVER

LIVE-IN POSITION AT SCENIC FISHING RESORT

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

• Prior bindery experience is preferred but not required • Motivated self-starter willing to work in a fast-paced environment performing repetitive tasks • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. and stand for extended period of time • Ability to work cooperatively in a diverse, team-based environment • Demonstrate on-the-job reliability and dependability • Excellent communication skills and detail oriented • Completion of high-school • Must have your own transportation The applicant must be available to work afternoon and graveyard shifts (Monday to Friday) as well as be able to work on a weekly schedule with short notice. If you are interested in this position, please e-mail your resume referencing “Production Worker” in the subject line to: jobs.vantageway@gmail.com

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HELP WANTED PAINTER

Sal $18.00/hr, F/T, Pmt, 2+ yrs. exp. Edu: High school an asset, Duties: Determine quantities of materials required. Prepare & clean surfaces. Mix & thin paint. Remove old wallpaper & repair cracks or holes in surface. Apply paint or other painting related materials. Measure & apply coatings to protect non painted surfaces. Use of brushes, rollers and spray equipment. Assemble and erect scaffolding & swing stages. Work at various locations in lower mainland in BC. Lang: Basic English speaking. Contact: Gurpreet from Smart Choice Painting Inc. at 1434372A Ave, Surrey BC V3W1R6. Apply at smart_painting@yahoo.ca

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HOME CARE/SUPPORT

F/T Live-In Caregiver is req for elderly lady. Min wage. Flex. days off. josieomaga@gmail.com LIVE-IN CAREGIVER needed for elderly couple with dementia. Guildford. Full-time, contract based on $36,000/year. Contact: caregiversurrey@gmail.com.

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES COOKS

Experienced only need apply. Apply within with resume. Attn Mike New York New York Restaurant, #301 - 6361 152nd St., Surrey. LINE COOKS, EXPERIENCED Needed immed. $13/hour & up, dependant on exp. Bring resume in to 11920 70th Ave. Delta

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS OFFICE ASSISTANT Dual Mechanical Ltd. Surrey has been in business for 37 years and is the most progressive and successful contractor in the area. We require an office assistant, F/T Data Entry person who excels in verbal and written communication, multi - tasking, detail orientated, and highly organized. Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word & Excel. Timberline and MS Project software exp. an asset. Salary Commensurate w/ Experience. Excellent Health & Incentive Benefits.

Send resume: info@dualmechanical.com or Fax: 604-576-4739

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SALES

SALES REPRESENTATIVES Come join our growing team. B2B outside sales in Metro Van area. Good people skill and proven sales success an asset. Must know MS Office to complete and present proposals. Opportunity for advancement to Sales Manager. F/T, M/F 9-5, Above Min Salary plus commissions. Email resume to: prosalesteam@gmail.com

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Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. requires two (2) full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanics to work out of our Surrey Terminal located at 10155 Grace Road. One (1) position is an afternoon shift starting at 3:30PM and working until midnight and the other position (1) has an 11:30PM start working until 8:00AM.

CONCRETE & PLACING

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

KITCHENS - BATHRMS CROWN MOULDING SUITES, DECKS, REPAIRS - BUILDING MAINT. REFS. WORK GUARANTEED

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

patterns. Preference will be given

to those applicants that are qualified to maintain and repair moulders. The hourly rate for this position is $29.14-$34.47 depending on qualifications and experience. Haida Forest Products Ltd. is an established remanufacturing WRC plant located in South Burnaby.

Concrete Lifting

Emerson’s Contracting 604-312-9209, 604-535-0566

D Crack Repair D Eliminate Tripping Hazards D For all your concrete repairs

RENOVATIONS SPECIALIST

Please apply by email: rsandve@haidaforest.com or fax: 604-437-7222

Ross 604D535D0124

Bonniecrete Const.

WAREHOUSE

$12/hr starting wage. Must speak & write fluent English.

604-541-1388

UNIQUE CONCRETE

*Aluminum *Glass *Wood

329 PAINTING & DECORATING www.bestwaypainting.ca

$89/Room Special

(604)240-1920

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

BEN’S RENO’S ~ 604-723-0703 New bsmt, drywall, texture, paint, kitchen, bath, hardwood, laminate, plumbing, tiles, windows & doors.

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

RELAXATION BODY CARE 604-859-2998 #4 - 2132 Clearbrook Road, Abby

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

We specialize in: F Shingle Roofing F Flat Roofing F Re-Roofing & Roof Repairs

NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates. We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes. 778.245.9069 POLAR BEAR PAINTING & Pressure Washing. $299~3 rooms (walls only 2 coats.) 604-866-6706

Residential / Strata

604 - 259 - 2482 www.arbutusroofing.com

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

FREE ESTIMATES

Running this ad for 10yrs

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PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299

DRYWALL

A Call to Vern. Free Est. Drywall,

2 coats any colour

Reno & Texture Specialist, Painting.

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.

PSB DRYWALL ★ All Boarding, Taping, Framing & Texture. Insured work. Dump Removal Service. 604-762-4657/604-764-6416

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ARBUTUS ROOFING & DRAINS (2006) Ltd

778-881-6737

“No job too small”. 604-825-8469

PERSONAL SERVICES

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

Lam. Instalation - $0.99/sqft Drywall Repairs WorkSafe, Fully Insured 15 Yrs exp Free Estimates, Call John,

RAILINGS:

DESIGN

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

SUNDECKS: *Cedar *Treated *Vinyl *Trex

MOVING & STORAGE

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

BL CONTRACTING

Bonniecrete Const Ltd

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

Warehouse Help

Fax resume

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Quality workmanship since 1968 Commercial - Residential

Placing & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates. coastalconcrete.ca

Qualified applicants will be exp’d operators, with the ability to make setups, grind and setup various

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Renovation Specialist

. FREE Scrap Metal Removal. .FREE Scrap metal removal. Appls, BBQS, exercise equip, cars, etc. 604-572-3733 ww.tkhaulaway.com

ELECTRICAL

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899 Low Cost. Same Day. Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062 HANDYMAN CONNECTION HANDYMAN CONNECTION Handyman Connection - Bonded -Renovations - Installations Repairs - 604.878.5232

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FENCING

Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

1-A1 BRAR CEDAR FENCING, chain link & landscaping. Block retaining wall. Reasonable rates. Harry 604-719-1212, 604-306-1714

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

PHIL’S FENCING: Custom blt cedar fences/gates/lattice. Repairs, decks & stairs, 604-591-1173, 351-1163

Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.

MACHINE SHOP HELPER. MF/FT. Mig welding an asset. Fax resume to (604) 952-4058 or e-mail info@ansonindustrial.com. www.ansonindustrial.com. ROOFERS WANTED - need dependable, hard working individuals who want to join busy, growing team in commercial & residential roofing industry. Requires 10 yrs experience in roofing/waterproofing industry. Hourly starting at $20.00+ Must have valid drivers license & reliable means of transportation. Email resume to info@axiswaterproofing.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

MOULDER MECHANIC

Applicants should have an inspectors ticket, a minimum of 2 years of related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. Experience in a freight fleet environment would be preferred as this is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers. Seize this opportunity to work for one of Western Canada’s largest regional freight carriers. For more information, call Derek, at 604-587-9818 or 604-968-7149 Interested candidates should attach an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889

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Haida Forest Products Ltd. is accepting applications for the position of Moulder Feeder / Setup Moulder Mechanic.

Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic (Surrey Terminal)

TRADES, TECHNICAL

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...

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HARRY’S LAWN CARE Spring Cleanup, Power Raking, Aerating Fertilizer Trimming Year round care Com/Res 604-825-5545 Prompt Delivery Available

7 Days / Week

Kristy 604.488.9161

threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

SPECIALIZING IN • Basement Suites • Kitchens • Baths • Remodels • Additions • Flooring • Painting • Drywall • Much More Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771 BEAUTIFUL BATHROOM Plumbing + Drywall + Elect. + Tubs & Showers & Sinks + Toilets & Tile + Fan + Countertop + Painting = = BEAUTIFUL BATHROOM!! Sen disc. Work Guar.17 yrs exp. Call Nick 604-230-5783, 604-581-2859

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

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

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HOME REPAIRS

HANDYMAN Home Repair Services - 45 Yrs Exp Call or Text Henry 604-868-5441 A1 BATH RENO’S. Bsmt suites, drywall, patios, plumbing, siding, fencing, roofing, landscaping, etc. Joe 604-961-9937.

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars 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

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WCB INSURED

Vincent 543-7776

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PLUMBING

#1 IN RATES & SERVICE. Lic’d/Ins. Local Plumber. Drains, gas, renos etc. Bonded. Chad 1-877-861-2423

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

~ Certified Plumber ~ ON CALL 24 HOURS/DAY

Reno’s and Repairs

MUSHROOM MANURE Delivery or pick up Surrey location

~ 604-597-3758 ~

A Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber

Complete Lawn & Garden Maint. Trimming, Fences Rubbish Removal, Pressure Wash 604-502-9198

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Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046

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LEGAL SERVICES

Tired of Fighting? Need Dispute Resolution?

Mediation Services • Experienced • Professional • Affordable • Honest discoveryleadership.com

604.562.2423

Gutters - Windows - Tile Roof cleaning - Pressure Cleaning. Please Call Victor 604-589-0356

284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION

Furnace & Air Conditioning ~ Hot water tanks ~ Gasfitting/Sheet metal

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CLEANING SERVICES

EUROPEAN LADY 20 years exp. Home cleaning, laundry, fridge/stve Wkdy/wknds. Refs. 604-825-1289

604-461-0999 BUSINESS AND FINANCE: Seeking a business opportunity or partner? Posting legal notices? Need investors, agents or distributors, this is where you advertise. bcclassified.com

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PRESSURE WASHING

. Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 .Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

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MISC SERVICES

SBroken Concrete RocksS $24.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $24.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds

PRESSURE WASHING - Prices Starting at $99.00. Quality, Integrity Manintenance. 778-997-5163

POWER WASHING 30 years exp. Joe 604-833-2542

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

STUMP GRINDING Call 604-597-8500 www.lawnranger1990.com

$59.00 Per Ton

TREE BROTHERS SPECIALIST

604-465-1311

Tree Removal/Topping/Spiral Thinning/Hedge Trimming/Stump Grinding. Free Estimates. WCB/Fully Insured

MOVING & STORAGE

ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.

$50 Off with this Ad Jerry, 604-500-2163

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

MIRACLE MOVING 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

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

PETS Excellence in Quality & Service

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

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PRO TREE SERVICES Quality pruning/shaping/hedge trimming/ removals & stump grinding. John, 604-588-8733/604-318-9270

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RENOS & REPAIRS Excellent price on Hot Water Tanks Furnace, Boilers, Plumbing Jobs & Drain Cleaning

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EXTRA CHEAP JUNK / RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free! (778)997-5757

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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 TOY POODLE neutered 4 yrs old. Tuxedo cat 2 yrs. female spayed. $50 for both. Prefer they go together. 604-850-1486

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 509

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REAL ESTATE 612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE

Thursday February 26, 2015 10am to 2pm Annacis Lock-Up Storage Depot 555 Derwent Way Annacis Island 5+ storage lockers

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633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

DVD RENTAL business. Selling due to illness. Fully stocked $5500 obo. 250-542-0743 www.tigressevideoretals.mydvd kiosks.net

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY Vacant Pad 55+. $575/mo. 1 Small pet, for new SRI single or double fr $82,888. 604-830-1960

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ACREAGE

APARTMENT/CONDOS Carriage Lane Gated Complex, Surrey

2 bdrm unit w/fireplace, covered deck & 2 parking spaces. In unit 8’ x 3’ stor. Near schools, shopping, recreation, bus, skytrain, SFU Univ. & Central Mall. Incl: clubhouse, billiards room, & raquetball court. $148,400.

Home in Panorama Ridge on 1/2 acre. Well maintained, VIEW, walkout bsmt for suite. $748,880 Inna 604-760-3792, Re/Max 2000. Open House Sat 2-4 14696 Southview Drive, Surrey NANAIMO - Ocean & City Views. Close to the University. Owner can carry mortgage with reasonable payment. Call 1-(250)753-0160

RENTALS

Call Steve or Gloria Hamilton RE/MAX LifeStyles Realty 604-467-8881

1 bdrm. from $745 2 bdrm. from $880 Heat & Hot Water Included • 24 Hour On-site Management

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Call Grace To View 604.319.7514 or text RENTAL to 57000 for details

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Central Surrey 2 bdrm upper flr on lge lot, incl w/d, clse bus & skytrain. $1000+util Avail now 604-715-3980

604-584-5233

FLEETWOOD, New 1 or 2 bdrm suites. Avail now. Incl util & cable N/S, N/P. (778)892-4455

CLOVERDALE:

Kolumbia Garden 17719 58A Ave.

N. DELTA; 3 bdrm, 1.5 baths, new kitchen, bath, flrs/tiles & carpet. Avail Mar 1st. Nick (778)858-1423

752

TOWNHOUSES AVAILABLE NOW

82nd Ave & 121st St - Surrey 4 Bdrm in well maintained co-op townhouse complex. Also accepting applications for our 2, 3, & 4 bdrm waiting list. For more info on co-op life, applications, share purchase & housing charges, please visit our website at:

Homelife Pen. Property 604-536-0220

Linwood Place Apts: 604-530-6555 1 & 2 bdrm apts, $650-$900/mo. Ask about our Move-In BONUS. NEWTON

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VILLA UMBERTO

Shares req’d & participation mandatory.

Lovely 2 bdrm w/2 full baths in quiet adult oriented bldg. In-suite ldry. Senior’s Disc.

U-Haul Moving and Storage of Delta Claims a Landlord’s Contractual Lien seizure against the following person’s goods in storage at:

10158 Nordel Crt, Delta, BC 604-581-8152 Auction is subject to cancellation without notice. A119 Freedom Bionics Doug Wise 21320 Gordon Way, Richmond, BC B111 Berge Baronian 10449 Wiltshire Blvd. Delta, BC B236 Robert Hunt 10372 Skagit Dr, Delta, BC

SURREY 174/57 Ave. 2 Bdrm town house, in quiet family complex, no pets, call 604-576-9969

B241 Don Perry 11920 70th Ave, Delta, BC

Ph: 604-596-5671 Cell: 604-220-8696

SURREY 65/135th St. 3 Bdrm T/H, $1000; 4 bdrm $1065. Quiet family complex, washer/dryer, no pets, call 604-596-1099

C236 Brandon Hart 12088 75A Avenue Surrey, BC

PARKSIDE

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APARTMENTS

13834 102 Avenue. Family housing near amenities, transit, and schools. Crime-free multihousing. Onsite laundry. 3 Bedroom townhome $1005/mo

1 Bdrm. $760.00 2 Bdrm. $845.00

Call 604-451-6676

.Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244.

• Minutes walk to Surrey Central Skytrain Station & Mall & SFU Surrey Campus • 24 Hour On-site Management PETS ALLOWED • Walk To Holland Park, High School & Elementary School

739

MOTELS, HOTELS

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION

To Arrange a Viewing Call Joyce

SURREY. Female share home w/same. Close to SkyTrain. $500. (778)395-1154

604-319-7517 SUNCREEK ESTATES * Large 2 & 3 Bdrm Apartments * Insuite w/d, stove, fridge, d/w * 3 floor levels inside suite * Wood burning fireplace * Private roof top patio * Walk to shops. Near park, pool, playground * Elementary school on block * On site security/on site Mgmt * Reasonable Rent * On transit route * Sorry no pets

Office: 7121 - 133B St. Surrey 604-596-0916 SURREY, 126/72 Ave. 2 Bdrm apt, $930/mo. Quiet family complex, no pets, call 604-543-7271. SURREY, 135/65 Ave. Bachelor apt $545/mo, quiet complex, no pets. Call 604-596-1099.

Beautifully Upscale 1 Bdrm Suites - perfect for the discerning renter! Starting at $810. Located close to bus routes & skytrain, 20 min walk to Surrey City Centre. Max occ. 2 people. Sorry no pets.

Call Surrey Gardens Apts at 604-589-7040 to view our Elite Suites! SURREY CENTRAL; BACHELOR suite, $575/mo. Available now. N/P. 778-317-5323 or 604-916-2906. SURREY Gateway spac 2 bdrm apt grnd lvl, u/g prkg, laundry. $1195 Refs. 1 Yr lease. 604-951-7992

Surrey Village 9835 King George Blvd. Renovated Suites Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms. F/S, D/W & micro, luxury floors, Gym, tennis court, sauna. Pet friendly. Close to King George Sky Train. Rents start at $799.

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733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS NEWTON MOBILE HOME PARK. 2 Large RV Pads available for mobile home. Call 604-597-4787.

736

HOMES FOR RENT

FRASER HTS 4 Bdrm, brand new 3 lvl 4300 s.f. hse; 5 baths, den, theatre room, spice kitchen & 2 bdrm ste. Laundry. Avail now. N/P, N/S. 604-729-6260 or 604-600-9450.

TRANSPORTATION

LINDA VISTA Motel Luxury Rooms w/cable, a/c & kitchens. 6498 King George Hwy. Mthly, Wkly & Daily Specials. 604-591-1171. Canadian Inn 6528 K.G.Hwy. 604-594-0010

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750

Surrey, NEWTON 69/144A. 2 bdrm ste. Sep prkg. N/S. N/P. Avail now. $700 incl utils/cable. 604-760-8855 or 604-590-0435 after 5pm.

Sec u/ground pkng. Avail now.

NANAIMO - Ocean & City Views. Close to the University. Owner can carry mortgage with reasonable payment. Call 1-(250)753-0160

2010 VENZA: Like new, only 20,000 kms, fully loaded, automatic, 6 cylinder, dvd system. $22,800. 604-575-5555.

HOMES FOR RENT

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APARTMENT/CONDO

GUILDFORD GARDENS

627

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Quiet community living next to Guildford Mall. Clean 1 & 2 bdrm (some w/ensuites), Cable, Heat & Hot Water included. Onsite Mgr.

CLOVERDALE large 1 bdrm apartment, $790/m incl heat & hot water N/P. 604-576-1465, 604-612-1960

FULLY RENOVATED LANGLEY HOME ON 5 GENTLY SLOPING ACRES. New roof, windows, flooring & siding. Hot water heat system. Includes a 5 bay shop + 2 barns. Near schools, shopping & transportation. $1,399,000.

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RENTALS

604-961-3432, 778-708-6336

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Call Cliff Armstrong to view 604-961-5160 Sutton West Coast Realty

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RENTALS

Reno’d Spacious 2 Bdrm Apts Laminate flooring. Near Racetrack, Transit & Shops. Incl heat & HW. Allow small pets. From $875/mo.

Birdland, MOVING. Saturday, 8am4pm 15024 Peacock Place Xmas & halloween O/D decor sports equip tools, hshld items, collectibles, etc

603

OPEN HOUSE

NANAIMO - Half acre lot light commercial property. Residental or Commercial. Beside Highway. Wide Open Ocean view. 1- (250)753-0160

GARAGE SALES

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

Cedar Lodge and Court Apts

KENNEDY Heights Shopping Ctr Lge Parking. Space avail for rent. Office 450 to 5,000. Ret 700 to 38,000 sq.ft. Pls call: 604-507-8458

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750

818

1991 VOYAGER VAN Driven Daily. Very reliable. Good on gas. Seats 6.

$400/obo.

Call 604-503-3151 or 778-988-6591

SUITES, LOWER

Boundary Park. 6248 126 A St. newly reno’d 1 bdrm ste. $600 incl. utils. 604-501-0161, 604-562-6721 CEDAR HILLS, brand new extra lrg 2 bdrm incl cable/utils/lndry. Avail immed. NS/NP. 604-657-3275

CARS - DOMESTIC

2004 PONTIAC GRAND AM V6 4dr auto loaded aircared 145K $1995. 604-592-4422, 778-836-4422

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

CHIMNEY Heights 146/72, sep entr shrd lndry up. NS/NP. Utils & wifi. 1 Bd $800. 2 Bd $900. 2 Bd + media $1050. Mar 1st. (604)501-9242

CHIMNEY HEIGHTS 77/148 Newer lrg 1 bdrm $575 incl utils & cable. N/S, N/P, refs reqd. (604)720-3950 CHIMNEY HILL 1 bdrm suite in new house, ns/np, avail now. $600/mo incl utils,cable & wifi. 604-597-2176.

1997 CAMRY, 4 door, 4 cyl, auto, loaded, new tires, 180K, in mint cond. $3400 obo. 604-936-1270

FLEETWOOD - 162 St/92 Ave. Spacious 2 bedroom suite. Walking distance to elem & sec schools. Nr all amenities. No pets. $750/mo incl utils. Avail March 1st. 604-999-7227

845

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

GREEN TIMBERS 88/142A. Gr. Lv. 2bdrm + den. H/flrs. No lndry. N/s, n/p. $775 incl. utils. (604)761-8602 N.DELTA 1 bdrm grnd level suite, walk to bus, street prk. Avail immed. $700 incl hydro/cable/net. Laundry avail. Call Steve 778-6684074 or Dennis 604-897-7926.

• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

NEWTON 2 Bdrm bsmt ste, near Kwantlen College. $650 incl prkg & wifi. No cable or laundry. Avail now. N/S, N/P. (604)502-6806

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

Surrey 2 bdrm bsmt ste, clse to city centre March 1. $800 incl utils & net. NS/NP. 604-908-9335

SURREY 57 & 132. New house, 2 bdrm furnished bsmt suite W&D. $1000/m. Avl. nw 604-725-4443 SURREY, 64/140. 1 bdrm suite. very open above grnd suite. Incl hydro & gas. $600/mo. Avail Immed. Cl to bus & amen. (778)861-4272 Surrey 68th/124A St. 2 bdrm bsmt, very clean, bright g/l. Avail. now. $700/m. n/s, n/p. (604)618-3187 SURREY Cedar Hills, cls to Central City. 2 Bdrm ste w/gas f/p. Ideal for 2 adults. N/S, N/P. $700/mo + utils (neg). (604) 589-1975 or 816-9319. SURREY Enver Creek. 2 Bdr suite avail now, ns/np, $750 incl utils/cbl. 778-928-4745 or 778-960-6067.

D222 Dan Davis 11327 Regal Dr, Delta BC D244 Alyssa Fabros 28508 Ranch Ave, Abbottsford, BC D245 Frank Janzen 2450 Centre St, Abbottsford, BC D248 William Baril 124 Carillon St, Ottawa ON D257 Robert Smith 11610 97th Ave, Surrey, BC

A sale will take place at the storage location on Fri. March 6 2015. Viewing 10:00AM to 12:00PM. Sealed bids will be opened at 12:30PM. Bids will be for entire contents of each room. Room contents are personal/household goods unless noted otherwise.

U-Haul Moving and Storage of Delta

10158 Nordel Crt, Delta, BC If the amount of $2310.71 is not paid in full on or before Thursday March 5 2015, the vehicle will be sold or disposed of without further notice.

The Scrapper

SURREY 14251 72 Ave 1 bdrm ste near Newton Exchange. $600/mo all included. Ph: (778)389-2073

SURREY 2bdrm, new renos, nr all amen, $800+utils. Avail March 1. 604-521-0032 or 604-318-8227

C278 Kimberlee Carper 4623 47A St, Ladner BC

Claims a Landlord’s Contractual Lien seizure against the following person’s vehicle in storage at:

NEWTON 142/65 2 bdrm g/l on new home, NS/NP no ldry, avail now.$725/mo incl util 604-543-1887

SURREY - 2 Bdrm ground level suite, avail now. $700/mo inc utils. No pets, N/S. (604)591-8602

C263 Colin Crawford 408-4758 53rd Street, Delta, BC

E134 Bill Reeves 207-7090 133B St, Surrey, BC

CHIMNEY HEIGHTS 1 Bdrm ste. $600 incl utils. Near all amens. N/P. Avail immed. Call: (604)599-6904

NEWTON/Panorama border: 1 Bdr gr/lvl suite in brand new house. Walk to bus & school. March 1st. Ns/np. $700/mo incl utils/cable/net. 604-593-8305 or 604-512-8397.

C237 Darryl Petersen 19556 62A Ave Surrey, BC

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RV1024 Shaun Wakefield 8940-Crichton Dr, Surrey BC 1971 GMC Pick-Up 2wd Purple VIN: CE134-1110770 Viewing will be at storage location from 10:00am to 12:00pm on Friday March 6, 2015. Sealed bids will be opened at 12:30pm. Lien sale subject to cancellation without notice.

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an influx of people moving here as the economic conditions in Alberta and Saskatchewan are precarious, and the low Canadian Dollar, which is attractive to foreign investors from China, India and the U.S. The Fraser Valley has seen a rapid increase in foreign investment in this new year and the price wars in Vancouver have made the Fraser Valley an affordable, stable place for foreign investment. The leadership of the progressive thinking Mayors in the Fraser Valley has boosted the economic outlook for the foreseeable future. Mayor Linda Hepner with her Surrey First team, which includes seasoned veterans like Councilor Tom Gill, in Surrey, and Mayor Lois Jackson in Delta are leading the way for years of sustained growth in the Fraser Valley.

Tips for Buyers and Sellers: BUYERS • Work with a Real Estate Agent • Get pre-approved from your lender • Ask your agent for recent sales in preferred areas • Have a home inspection done • Trust your instinct • Trust your Realtor SELLERS • Hire a qualified Realtor • De-clutter • Don’t try listing on your own • Give up some of your free time to let your Realtor do their job • Keep pets out of sight • Leave the house during showings • Ask your Realtor for regular, constructive updates • Have a post-sale game plan

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11611 80th Ave

11102 84A

3 bedroom Rancher on 6663 sq. ft. lot

9552 sqft lot is ready for an almost 6000 sqft (including garage), 3 level (2 level w/BSMT) home. Plans made, lot ready. Across from McCloskey Elementary, down the block from North Delta Secondary. Quick access to Scott Rd, Scottsdale Mall, Strawberry Hill Cinemas, transit, and Alex Fraser Bridge, Pattullo Bridge and Highway 99.

4 bedroom 3 bath home only minutes away from schools, rec centre, library, transit, hwy and more. Located on a cul-de-sac, great for the kids to play. With a little love and paint this home can be restored to its original glory. 2X6 construction, newer roof, RV parking and a great back yard.

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Potential Subdividable Lot 10362 River Road

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4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms 2,005 sq. ft. home on 7,380 sq. ft. lot

Live on one side, get mortgage paid by the other. Own this duplex in the heart of Surrey on a 10,000 plus sqft lot. Close to all shopping, transit, hwy, & school. Homes feature total of 6 bedroom, 4 baths, 2 kitchens and 2 living rooms. Great opportunity for first time buyer or savvy investor.

INVESTORS ALERT! PRIME LOCATION WITH SUB-DIVIDE POTENTIAL. 13,455 sqft lot with views. Currently tenanted and rented for $1150/m. This location has seen a very big increase in growth with new construction and new lots been developed. River Rd has been revamped and now is a quite low traffic area. Close to all major arteries, and public transportation. Priced for quick sale.

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14884 63 Ave Custom built 6 bed, 6 baths, open concept great room. 20K in S/S appliances, Italian stone backsplash, Granite Island w/ breakfast bar, grand style kitchen & spice kitchen. Vaulted ceilings, three way fireplace. Theater on main, cover patio w/BBQ, & A/C. Enjoy the security of the 2-5-10 warranty. Close to all amenities, Bell Center, YMCA, and Transit.

10473 Modesto PL, North Delta

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5 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms 3,596 sq. ft. home on 4,844 sq. ft. lot

Fraser Heights Building Lots. 3 Lots available For Sale in the heart of, much desired, Fraser Heights. Call WestCor now for more information. Will also build to suit.

19.75 Acres in the heart of Aldergrove. This pristine land awaits your ideas. Two large barns/sheds approx. 114x108 ft. and 171x99 ft. with farmable land and a very livable home, make this the ideal investment. The property is completely fenced and is currently in the ALR. The fertile acreage is ready for your ideas. Call now to find out more!!

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9275 Prince Charles Blvd, Queen Mary Park

14358 109th Ave

16778 57A Ave

4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms 1,942 sq. ft. home on 7,560 sq. ft. lot

Perfect for the Investor or live in the main and have a mortgage helper paying your bills. Close to 5000 sqft home and on a 36,067 sqft lot. 3 level home in Surrey’s hottest new Bolivar Heights. Quite street within walking distance to schools/parks. 8 bedrooms, 4 baths, 2 kitchens, vaulted ceilings, hot tub, large covered patio and more. Very well kept home with all the perks of future growth.

HUGE open concept kitchen & family room, full bath, bedroom & spice kitchen on main. The media room and bar with built-in surround sound speakers. Massive master bedroom on top, walk-in closet & huge 5pc washroom w/double sink. 5 bedrooms on top. S/S appliances & Granite countertops throughout. Covered deck overlooks large, fenced yard and fully insulated storage shed. Did we mention the income from the mortgage helper?

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MORE ILLEGAL DUMPING FEARED AS GARBAGE FEES RISE ▶ REGIONAL DISTRICT GIVES BREAK TO BIG HAULERS, HIKES COST FOR SMALL LOADS JEFF NAGEL

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Ryan Westaway enjoys a visit at Avon Animal Hospital with his dog Ryder, who went missing on Saturday and was later found in a stranger’s home suffering from severe injuries. The goodnatured pup is still in hospital, but is expected to be all right. EVAN SEAL

Surrey and other Metro Vancouver cities may now see a surge in illegal dumping as a result of the regional district’s move to sharply increase its charge to dispose of small garbage loads at local transfer stations. The tipping fee for small loads will go up nearly 20 per cent to $130 per tonne in April, and the minimum charge rises from $10 to $15, resulting in the average small load costing $31 instead of $22 previously. Metro Vancouver regional district directors voted Friday to shift to a new tiered structure for waste fees that raises rates for small loads while creating a lower $80-per-tonne ▶ “It is a major tipping fee for large loads to give major haulers a 25-per-cent break. problem and The move aims to make Metro transfer stations I think we’re more competitive against private ones in Abbotsford and halt the growing trend of commercial haulers compounding it.” taking garbage out of the region. COUN. BARBARA STEELE Surrey Coun. Barbara Steele predicted illegal dumping will get worse, increasing clean-up costs for local cities, including Surrey, which spends hundreds of thousands of dollars a year cleaning up dumped trash. “It is a major problem and I think we’re compounding it,” Steele said during debate on the new fees. “We’re still counting mattresses and junk all over the place because it costs (people) more to get rid of it than dump it on the ground somewhere.” She and other Surrey directors voted against the bylaw change, which passed with support from other cities, including Vancouver. continued on page 3

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