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More than 800 join the Langley walk ANNUAL EVENT HELD IN WALNUT GROVE THIS YEAR DA N F E R G US ON Time s Re po rte r
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Participants warm up for the start of the 53rd annual Langley walk. The annual event drew more than 800 people to Walnut Grove on a sunny Sunday morning. The walk was started by former recreation director, Pete Swensson, as a way to encourage citizens to become more active.
It was billed as the official start to spring in the Langleys and more than 800 people took part in the 53rd annual Langley Walk in Walnut Grove on Sunday. This year’s event started and finished at Walnut Grove Community Park. The trophy for most walkers from an elementary school went to members of the R.C. Garnet Elementary School team; the award for most walkers from a middle/secondary school went to the H.D. Stafford Middle School group; most walkers from an organization went to Latin Runners; most walkers from a family went to the Humberstone family and the oldest walker award went to 91-year-old R. Tielens. The walk alternates between the Township and the City of Langley, and the public is encouraged to walk, run, or bike a five- or- 10 kilometre route. The event was launched by then-recreation director Pete Swensson with the motto “Walk away your ills, instead of taking pills” and the goal of getting Langley citizens to participate in a fun community activity and have an attainable fitness goal. The first walk covered a route from Aldergrove Park to River Road to Fort Langley, then on to City Park. It was 18 miles long — 28 kms.
Medical incident blamed for fatal crash VEHICLE DRIVEN BY WHITE ROCK MAN LEFT 0 AVENUE, CROSSED BORDER INTO U.S. MONIQUE TAMMINGA Times Reporter
A medical incident is the likely cause of a fatal single-vehicle crash that killed a 73-year-old White Rock man at the U.S./
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Police are searching for a pickup truck driver responsible for a multi-vehicle hit-and-run crash that sent at least three people to hospital early Friday night (May 1) in Aldergrove. Around 6 p.m. the truck rear-ended a small car, driving it into two other cars on Highway 1 near the 264 Street overpass. The driver of the pickup fled the scene of the crash and the truck was later found abandoned in Aldergrove. The driver, described as a young white male, had not been located as of Tuesday morning. Fire crews had to use the Jaws of Life to pry open one vehicle and extract one victim. An air ambulance helicopter was called in to evacuate one of the victims, while two others were transported by ground ambulance. All have since been released from hospital, police said. Traffic on Highway 1 was backed up for more than three hours while police, fire and paramedics attended.
Pedestrians pass by one of several antipanhandling signs installed at the intersection of 64 Avenue and 200 Street. Both the Township and the City of Langley are looking for ways to discourage the practice of begging from drivers who are stopped in their vehicles at intersections. DA N FERG U S O N Lan g l ey Ti m e s
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One of the victims of a multi-vehicle crash on Highway 1, near the 264 Street overpass, on Friday night is loaded onto an air ambulance. The early evening crash tied up traffic for three hours. Police say it was caused by a hit-and-run driver.
No-panhandling signs installed at 64 and 200 TOWNSHIP AIMS TO DETER BEGGING FROM DRIVERS DAN FER GUSON Tim es reporter
The Township of Langley has installed several no-panhandling signs on the traffic medians at the intersection of 64 Avenue and 200 Street, warning would-be moochers that attempting to extract money from drivers in traffic is both illegal and unsafe. The signs went up after a police proposal was approved by the municipal traffic and transportation committee in March. While the Township doesn’t have a bylaw that restricts panhandling, the provincial Safe
Streets Act bans solicitation of a “captive audience,” a definition that includes “a person who is in or on a stopped, standing or parked vehicle.” Langley City staff also want to put up no-panhandling signs at two locations on 200 street, at the Bypass and Fraser Highway, but because both intersections are under provincial highways control, the municipality must get approval from the provincial government first. The City has made a request, but hasn’t yet heard back. The Township pilot project comes after two panhandlers
were arrested late last year and charged with robbing a man at the Carvolth bus exchange after he didn’t give them as much money as they wanted. Amanda Visona, 29, and 26-year-old Justin White later pleaded guilty to one count each of robbery and will be sentenced in August. The Township signs are similar to the “No Panhandling” signs erected in Abbotsford at three traffic medians, in response to complaints from drivers about aggressive soliciting. Chilliwack has also approved signs to discourage the practice.
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the “brutal” killrious threat to peoing of Shelley Lynn ple’s safety. Do not DeVoe in the fall of approach him; call 2006. 911 if you see him. The body of Merrick is 5’8” DeVoe, a 44-yeartall, with brown old Whalley mother hair and blue eyes. of two, was found He has a tattoo of on Burke Mouna skull on the left tain in Coquitlam side of his chest that year. Merrick and a dragon on his had more than 50 right upper arm. He convictions prior also has a burn scar to being sentenced on his right foreto five years for arm. SHAW N robbing more than Anyone with ina dozen banks, formation who M ER R ICK including four in wants to remain Langley, between anonymous can 2006 and 2007. call Crimestoppers at 1-800Police say Merrick poses a se- 222-TIPS.
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If there is a theme for community celebrations in the City of Langley this year, it is probably “change.” It all begins later this month, with the introduction of the Langley Pops Festival — an Arts, Culture and Heritage event, which will take place in Douglas Park on May 23. This will actually be the fifth year for the spring celebration, which was formerly known as the Arts Culture and Heritage Open House. The celebration provides local artists, organizations and the community the opportunity to gather, experience and celebrate the arts in the community. The event runs from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. with live entertainment throughout the day, along with interactive displays, children’s face painting and balloon art, and activities and displays that appeal to all ages. The celebration began as an initiative of the City of Langley’s Recreation, Culture and Public Art Advisory Committee to showcase the art opportunities that exist in the City of Langley for the community. Vendor opportunities are available for exhibitors who want to sell their handcrafted, locally grown or produced products. The City is also looking for non-profit exhibitors and food vendors to take part in the festival. ••• This June, instead of a parade, the City of Langley’s 60th birthday will be the main focus of Community Day celebration taking place
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ticipant registrations have dropped by 36 per cent, according to the City. This year, event organizers have put the parade on hold and will instead focus resources
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The horrific earthquake in Nepal has prompted a wave of generosity from Canadians, which is very heartening. For the next month, the federal government has promised to double contributions made to Canadian-registered relief agencies that are working to help people who have been displaced by the earthquake, which took place on April 25. It is a good incentive to give generously. Here in B.C., there are lessons we can learn from the Nepal earthquake. While there are vast differences in building standards between Nepal and B.C., it is important to point out how dangerous multi-storey buildings can be when a quake strikes. While newer buildings in B.C. are built to withstand strong earthquakes, older ones are not. Knowing exactly what to do is important, but perhaps equally as important is knowing what would likely happen to the building you live or work in, should a powerful earthquake strike. We will have a strong earthquake here at some time. The fault lines, as in Nepal, are nearby. There are almost constant earthquakes up and down the west coast of North America, and while most are very small and cause little damage, there will be a big one eventually. Roads, airports, rail lines and other transportation arteries can suffer severe damage in earthquakes. That can mean help will be a long time in arriving. It is important to have a supply of water, medical supplies, food to eat and plans for shelter, because it is entirely possible that you will be cut off from assistance for two or three days. Also important is a means of communication. While the cellphone network in Nepal seems to be holding up, there have at times been difficulties in communication. Having a landline telephone as a backup isn’t a bad idea here, where landlines are easily available. Access to information is also important. If the power is out, how will your computer or cellphone be charged? Do you have access to a battery-powered radio, and flashlights? Most of the issues that keep people safe in earthquakes aren’t big ones — but they do require thinking ahead. The Nepal earthquake is a good reminder of that.
Catchment conundrum Families moving to rapidly-exley Board of Education is looking at panding areas of Langley Townproperty sales to fund future capiship, primarily in Willoughby, tal costs. cannot be sure their children will However, it has taken the Langley attend school in the neighbourSecondary property off the table, hood. as the board has decided to keep That was the word from Langley the school open. Lochiel school, School District secretary-treasurused for a home schooling program er David Green, when he spoke FROM THE where students occasionally come to Langley Township council last to class, will be closed. It is locatweek. He said the school district ed in a rural area of south Langley has space available for all students, Frank Bucholtz where there will never be a large but in some areas, specific schools number of students. The program have no space. will be moved to Simonds Elementary, Nowhere is this more true than in Wil- where there is space available. loughby. The area continues to grow rapidI’ve been reading some B.C. political hisly, with extensive new construction. Many tory in recent weeks. Several sources point of the homes being built are designed for out that, from the 1950s to 1970s, and posfamilies with children. sibly for a much longer period, school disLangley does have the school space to tricts were responsible for paying half the accommodate new students who move capital costs of any construction projects. to Willoughby right now. Unfortunately, Keep in mind that those were times many of the schools with space are located when a lot of new schools were needed, miles away from Willoughby. with growth in many parts of the province The provincial government has been and no shortage of children. Those were slow to free up money to build schools in the years that baby boomers were heading Willoughby. off to school. R.C. Garnett Elementary was built during In those days, school districts had the the first wave of development in Willough- ability to borrow money on their own by, but then there was a long delay before through long-term bond sales, and referany more money was made available. enda were held to get voters’ backing for Three other schools have been built since the program, which of course meant highthat time, with the most recent one, York- er property taxes due to borrowing costs. son Creek Middle School, opening last SepRather than fund new construction tember. through property sales, perhaps school However, the school district has been told districts should once again be allowed to by the province that it will need to come borrow money on their own to help fund up with as much as 50 per cent of the cap- capital projects. There may be a more efital costs of any new school. It would like ficient way of doing so, through provincial to build a new high school in Willoughby agencies, but why not shift part of the burto take pressure off Mountain Secondary, den for new school construction onto local but that will cost it $30 million in capital taxpayers, as was once the case? funds. In Langley, there would be a lot of supAs it has very little money in cash, Lang- port for new schools from many residents.
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It’s time to expect less from our governments. Lists and their parameters vary, but most rankings have Canadians inside the top 10 of the most heavily-taxed residents in the world. Canadians hold health care and education near and dear. We should. Despite wait times and frustrations, we can anecdotally be proud of our universal health care and education systems. Just don’t call it free. Health care and education spending rises every year, regardless of which party is in power in Ottawa or Victoria. According to healthfunding.ca, on average, provinces spend approximately 40 per cent of their total budgets on health care. Education funding, as a percentage of provincial budgets, is a more difficult number to research, but from what we could find, 15-20 per cent is in the ball park. That means, conservatively, 60 per cent of the provincial government’s budget is spent on health care and education. And that’s not going to decline any year soon as the population continues to age. As those costs rise and eat up more and more of the budget, there will be less money for everything else. All of this means there is less money for anything other than the basics. What can be done other than lower our expectations? The easy answer is to raise taxes. We do not favour that route, as we believe more money in the pockets of residents makes for better local economies. Allow for more private healthcare facilities? The theory here is those who can afford it can pay for it, taking themselves out of the public-waiting-list logjam. The concept seems sacrilegious to some, almost anti-Canadian, but it may provide relief we most certainly need. Forgive us, Tommy Douglas, but the way healthcare costs are spiraling, we need to find a way to keep some form of universal healthcare alive for future generations. – Campbell River Mirror
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Legitimate concerns raised over light rail DON’T DISMISS VALUE OF FASTER SKYTRAIN Editor: Township engineer Paul Cordiero has brought forward legitimate concerns about light rail that deserve the attention of Langley residents and council. He is correct to question the travel time estimate for at least two reasons. First, light rail is not planned to be in exclusive rights-of-way throughout. Much like streetcars, trams will share lanes with general traffic for two kilometres in Green Timbers Urban Forest. Second, the City of Surrey wants the light rail system to have more stations than initially planned, which would facilitate local access but slow down commuters from Langley. It would be impossible for light rail to maintain the initially promised travel time of 29 minutes, instead requiring 35 to 40 minutes. SkyTrain does not mean we’re getting less. A high-quality bus rapid transit (BRT) service can meet demand on King George
Boulevard and 104 Avenue, permitting SkyTrain to Langley for the same cost as proposed light rail. But, even if it does cost more initially, we shouldn’t dismiss the value of faster service. Studies, surveys and the results of our transit projects have repeatedly demonstrated that travel time affects our commute choices the most. Consider the Canada Line. After opening six years ago, it exceeded ridership projections and “broke even” (fare revenues cover all operating costs) three years earlier than expected. According to subsequent rider surveys, its speed and reliability as a grade-separated system was the number one factor in attracting ridership. SkyTrain would let Langley residents commute as far as Waterfront Station within the span of 60 minutes, with essentially every regional centre accessible within an
hour and a half. With a light rail system, one hour’s commute would only go as far as the first community across the Fraser, New Westminster. Light rail riders will be at the mercy of potential vehicle-train collisions, because our system is expected to run entirely at-grade, onstreet, and through busy intersections. The six light rail systems that Nathan Pachal referenced in his letter (The Times, May 1) largely don’t run on-street and are often completely grade-separated. Accidents on light rail systems affect reliability, which affects ridership. There are no light rail systems of any length in Canada or the U.S. that match the ridership of SkyTrain, in terms of both the entire system, and on a per-kilometre basis. DARYL DELA CRUZ, SURREY CITY FOR BETTER SURREY RAPID TRANSIT
Kitsilano coast guard station is still needed Editor: Re: “Coast guard hysteria sinks lower” (B.C. Views, May 1). I believe I may be the “retired captain from the now-closed Kitsilano coast guard station” referred to by Tom Fletcher. I am a disgruntled Canadian citizen and voter, not a disgruntled retiree of the coast guard. I was good at my job and loved my career. I retired after 32 years of service to an organization that employs so many talented and hard-working people, all dedicated to lifesaving, marine safety and, yes, environmental response. I didn’t even think of getting involved until such time that the exaggerations and fabrications began pouring from the coast guard’s commissioners and deputy commissioners’ mouths, all for the purpose of saving the prime minister’s reputation for just one of his many illthought-out cuts. The coast guard station at Kitsilano was primarily a rescue boat station, but “Kits Base” was also one of the
best equipped and trained lifeboat stations in Canada. That’s a fact, not some jaded opinion from a disgruntled ex-employee. We fought fires, responded to numerous oil spills yearly, rescued and assisted hundreds of mariners and boaters annually, trained many “basic oil pollution responders” annually (until that program was also shut down). The staff at the station also monitored and helped to maintain navigational aids in the busy harbour. I was a coxswain at Kitsilano Base, a trained pollution response technician and a licensed hovercraft pilot. Because of retirement I can now speak freely, unlike the coast guard personnel who are still employed and unable to comment due to fear of repercussions from management. How do you explain closing one of the busiest coast guard stations in the country to save $700,000 a year? When will Canadians wake up? CAPT. TONY TOXOPEUS AMS, SURREY
Government has the right to invoke legislation Editor: By now, you will have become aware of the B.C. Supreme Court of Appeal’s decision regarding the B.C. Teachers’ Federation and its five-year-long litigious process to determine if the B.C. government has the authority, the legal right and the moral right to invoke legislation to alter the working conditions of the province’s 40,000 plus teachers. It does, despite the difference of opinion of only one B.C. Supreme Court justice. And yet, the BCTF’s president,
Jim Iker, has sworn to take the issue to the Supreme Court of Canada over alleged infringements of the Constitution and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms and on ‘appropriate’ consultation, ‘good faith’ in bargaining, associated regulations and issues pertaining to Bill 22 and Bill 28. As the only candidate for school trustee in the November 2014 Abbotsford civic election, who has read all the court cases relating to the BCTF during the past 14 years, and who wrote
an extensive letter to the editor in February, 2015, I have been pilloried by more than a dozen teachers — who may be masters of their own teaching subjects — and by benignly ignorant former teachers and parents, but I have been proven right in my lengthy submission of the futility of the BCTF to have ever undertaken this litigious endeavour. Despite all the thoughts and expressions we all have had regarding funding for the education system here in B.C., what it all comes down to is the le-
gitimacy of the provincial government to oversee all aspects of the governance of the public sector, which includes the province’s teachers. Yes, we need better funding for our school system in B.C., but taking the provincial government to court at each and every turn has only seriously impacted the BCTF’s finances, its reputation and the general public attitude towards it and its members. B.C.’s teachers need to have better leadership, not only by the elected officials of their
union but by their paid senior management. And they need to hire new lawyers. It is time to start to improve the relationship between the government, the province’s school trustees, the general public and the BCTF and its members — teachers who work hard, carry out a challenging task on a daily basis and who need to work together for the betterment of our children’s education. G.E. MACDONELL, ABBOTSFORD
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someone is having a seizure. Lay the person on their side, move On April 27, 18-year-old Tavia Mar- any objects away from them and latt had an epileptic seizure on the wait for the seizure to end. Do not try to sidewalk near hold the person, Langley City Hall. or put anything No one stopped in their mouth, to help. she stressed. “It was in the “There was middle of the this myth a long day, near that time ago that we construction can choke on our zone (the new tongue, so someTimms Commuthing should be nity Centre), and put in our mouth. I was lying there TAVIA MARLATT We can’t choke unconscious and on our tongue,” no one came to she said. see if I was OK,” said Marlatt. She believes there still needs to be “When I regained consciousness I stood up and walked to my boy- much more awareness about epilepfriend’s house. But I couldn’t believe sy. “I don’t have a physical disability no one did anything in that busy of that you can see, so it was hard in an area.” Marlatt has had epilepsy since she school when I would have a seizure,” was seven years old. She now lives she said. She said she was bullied independently, despite suffering and beaten up. She said she has spoken to schools from seizures. Because of her negative experi- about epilepsy to raise awareness ence on Monday, she wants to re- and to try to remove some of the mind people about what to do when stigma.
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Paramedic training simulates disaster It looked like a disaster but in reality it was a great experience for 12 SD35 students participating in the paramedic career training simulation. The experience, provided by the Career Education department, allows students to receive training and be introduced to the work of paramedics.
Concours d’art oratoire and organizers were Guyanne Inoue and Jody Legentil. Congratulations to each participant and to the 13 category winners going to the Provincial Concours d’art oratoire to be held on May 2nd at SFU Surrey. Heading to Provincials from Belmont: Jennifer, Alexa and Olivier. Prabhasha is from James Kennedy and Andrei is from Alex Hope. From REMSS Jasmine and Samantha will join WGSS student April and BSS students Koh Un, Michael, Roxanne and Megan in the secondary categories.
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Langley students are taking part in Canada’s largest annual Frenchlanguage public speaking competition. The competition is open to FSL (Core French), French Immersion and Francophone students who compete in separate categories organized by grade. Organized by Canadian Parents for French, the competition is designed to stimulate the interests of students learning French, to improve their oral skills and to give them experiences speaking in public. Students write and present speeches in French: 2-4 minutes for grade 6 students and 3-5 minutes for grade 7-12 students. Topics are by choice and the speech must be an original work by the student and not a recitation of someone else’s work. The SD 35 concours took place on Monday, April 13th at Alex Hope Elementary and on Wednesday, April 15th at WGSS – judges included teachers, SFU Faculty Associate and community members/parents – hosts
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Langley centenarian remembered for her love of life and for offering sage advice
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Betty Trotter passed away last month at 101. According to her son and daughter-in-law she was both a very artistic and a practical woman.
A life well-lived is its own reward. That’s something Betty Trotter knew very well. When the Langley woman passed away last month at 101 years old she did it with few, if any, regrets. “She was ready to go,” said Mrs. Trotter’s daughter-in-law, Victoria Trotter. “She was a very positive person. She loved everything modern; she looked to the future, never to the past.” Born in Carlyle, England in 1913, Mrs. Trotter worked in civil defence in London, during the Second World War. She would walk the streets of the city at night to ensure blackout procedures were being followed. By this time, she had already embarked upon a career as a teacher. It was also during the war that she met her husband, Cecil, at a dance for Al-
lied soldiers. The couple married in 1941 and moved to Canada, where they had two sons, Stephen and Richard as well as a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren. She spent a lifetime fostering a love of reading, writing, art and music. In her later years, would send Stephen to the library to pick up half a dozen books every week, said Victoria. In fact, in addition to being a voracious reader, Mrs. Trotter wrote two books — one for children and a romance novel. The children’s book, titled Debbie’s Dilemma, which she also illustrated, tells the story of a young zebra who learns that true beauty comes from the inside. Her family had it reprinted for her 95th birthday. She also sang with the Bach Choir in Vancouver.
“She liked to listen to classical music. Or, as she termed it, good music,” said Victoria, with a smile. “She had a great appetite and was a great cook,” recalled Stephen. After her husband passed away, Mrs. Trotter set out to see the world. Among her adventures was a barefoot cruise on a sailing ship during her 60s, when she dove into the Mediterranean. “She was never nervous. She had a zest for life,” said Victoria In addition to her creative instincts, Mrs. Trotter had a very practical side and was known for offering sage bits of advice. She was famous among friends and family for quotes in greeting cards, said Victoria. “When you got one, you couldn’t wait to open it to see what piece of wisdom she’d given you.”
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The ‘small school with a huge heart’ is once again rallying to help those in need. When the students at École des Voyageurs heard about the devastation in Nepal, they sprang into action and held a bake sale to raise funds. Cookies, cupcakes and, of course, the famous sucre à la crème made by Mme Fraser (it sells out every time) were sold last week. The students raised more than $400. The 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit Nepal on April 25, killing thousands and flattening entire villages. It also triggered an avalanche on Mount Everest, killing around 19 and injuring many others.
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“Giving you a reason to smile” compression Centre. There is ample free parking in the mall’s parking lot. Frank has been involved in the dental industry for many years and he started out apprenticing with his father who was a Master Dental Technician. In addition to being a Registered Denturist, Frank is a qualified chair side clinician and lab technician. He is a member in good standing of the Denturist Association of Canada and BC. In 2011 Frank completed a two year tenure as a Board Member for the College of Denturists for British Columbia. In addition, Frank regularly attends a Study Club which keeps him up to date with the latest in implants and other technology related to dentures. He enjoys his profession very much and takes pride in the thousands of dentures he has made over the years for his patients. Frank’s chair side manner is gentle and proficient. You’ll know right away that you are in good hands. Your first consultation is always free and you can rest assured
that you will not receive a high pressure sales pitch. Langley Denture Clinic offers free consultations to address any of your denture issues. In February 2014 Frank was joined by his long term friend and colleague, Tony. Tony is a Certified Dental Technician who is well versed in all the latest technology. Dionne joined the clinic in the role of Office Manager and Treatment Coordinator in March of the same year. With twenty years of experience in dentistry she will be happy to assist you with insurance claims and will help you navigate the terms and conditions of your dental plan. Frank and his team at Langley Denture Clinic are proud supporters of the Royal Canadian Legion. In 2014 they supported the BC Seniors Games held in Langley and in fact, Frank’s father (Mike) took part in the Table Tennis event. Frank is married with two children and is an active member of his church and when he has time, he has a passion for golf.
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Officer in Charge, RCMP Superintendent Murray Power will address changes that Langley RCMP has made to be more cost efficient, the positive things that are happening due to community engagement and how citizens need to remember that mental illness is not a crime.
Registration and Networking: 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm Dinner and presentations to follow. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BEFORE 5:00 PM ON THURSDAY, MAY 14 Members: $3500 + GST ~ Non Members: $5000 + GST p: 604-530-6656 e: info@langleychamber.com w: www.langleychamber.com Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce Cancellation Policy: Event payment is due upon registration. No refunds or credits after 12:00 pm on Friday, May 15, 2015.
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t was 19 years ago that then President Howard Reisch of BDO Dunwoody gave a brief welcome speech at the grand opening of the Chamber facilities on Glover Road. At that time, he congratulated the Chamber and its members for the “finishing, perfecting and forging of the appropriate and state of the art Langley Chamber of Commerce Headquarters.” That location has certainly served the Chamber and the community well, however over the years the Langleys’ demographics have changed and increased development has resulted in the business and financial centre relocating to other areas. As I reported last month, the Board of Directors has been successful at selling our facilities and purchasing larger and more suitable space in the RDG Centre located at 8047 199th Street. We were able to complete the purchase with the proceeds of the sale of the Glover Road facilities and reserves that have accumulated for this purpose which will help to keep any required dues increase to a minimum. Our contractor, Dennis Martini of Martini Construction, has had his crew working diligently to complete the improvements at our new location in time for relocation on May 1. We look forward to inviting our members to celebrate with us at a grand opening. Next month we have a delegation of Board representatives and staff registered to attend the BC Chamber AGM in Prince George where we will introduce and seek support of the delegates for policy resolutions to be lobbied to the provincial and federal government. We will renew our policy calling for changes to the Property Transfer Tax to increase the 1% threshold consistent with current average house prices and make annual adjustments to the 1% threshold and First Time Home Buyers Exemptions using Stats Canada New Housing Price Index. For the past number of years a focus of the Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce has been to increase the voter turnout. The most recent provincial and municipal elections and the polling information so far in the transportation plebiscite indicate a very poor rate of participation. We are certain that the introduction of Online Voting would provide greatly improved access for voters. Our resolution recommends implementation of electronic ballots for the 2018 municipal elections.
A consistent pattern of non-collection of taxes and duties at the Canada/US Border creates a further incentive for residents to choose cross border shopping. This puts Canadian retailers at an unfair disadvantage and results in significant economic loss to border communities. We are therefore introducing a resolution recommending that the Federal government provide the appropriate resources to allow for the consistent collection of taxes and duties at all border crossings in accordance with enacted duty-free limits without unduly impacting the commercial traffic flow. In partnership with other lower mainland Chambers of Commerce, we are creating a lobby kit to encourage Municipal Councils to consider expanding the InterMunicipal Business License programs to include all municipalities within the Metro Vancouver/Lower Fraser Valley Region and explore options to broaden the scope of the licenses to provide access for a wider variety of mobile businesses. Finally, the Board of Directors is studying the recent proposal to change provincial electoral boundaries and potential impacts. The proposal for Langley would be for introduction of a third riding and realignment of existing ridings that would cross municipal boundaries and include various sections of Abbotsford. We are examining the proposal to determine whether it would pose challenges for our MLAs who would be required to work with two different regional districts, multiple municipal Councils, school districts, policing and First Nations. We will advise our members if there are concerns and of any presentations we feel should be made to the Boundaries Commission in this regard. Kristine Simpson, President
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In June the term of office for the 2014/2015 Board of Directors will be complete. The nominating committee has begun the search for individuals who are interested in letting their name stand for election to the Board. The strength and effectiveness of the Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce is due to the effort and dedication of our members. Together we have grown to be one of the largest and most active Chambers in the Province, and through our advocacy efforts we will continue to be the Voice of Business in our community, in the Province and across Canada. Nominations for the offices of Vice-President, Aldergrove Community Director and 4 Directors-At-Large will be accepted from members in good standing, and must be delivered in writing to the office no later than 5:00 pm Monday, June 8, 2015. Only members in good standing are eligible for nomination, and the nominee must consent to the nomination. Candidates for election to the Board of Directors should: • Be prepared to commit 10 to 15 hours per month for Chamber work, including attendance at Board Meetings
(2nd Tuesday of the month from 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm), monthly Dinner Meetings (3rd Tuesday of the month from 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm), Chamber events and Committee Meetings. • Be aware of the financial commitment that a Board Member has. The expenses incurred for the annual retreat, board and executive meetings, dinner and luncheon meetings are all the responsibility of the individual member. • Be able to speak and vote on behalf of the business member they represent. • Be available to attend the 2015/2016 Planning Retreat Friday, June 26, 2015. • Be free of heavy commitments in other organizations which could possibly involve a conflict of interest. • Be self-motivated and have the ability to lead other people in challenging work projects. For more information or a for a nomination form, please contact Executive Director Lynn Whitehouse at the Chamber office at 604-530-6656.
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Canada-BC Job Grant helps with training costs The Canada-BC Job Grant (CJG) is an innovative costsharing program that helps employers offset the cost of training for new or current employees by sharing the cost of employee training with BC employers. Employers can receive up to two-thirds of the cost of training for current and future employees, up to a maximum government contribution of $10,000 per year for each employee. For example, if an employer is seeking training valued at $1,500, the grant will reimburse $1,000 of the cost of training.
Who Can Apply? Both private businesses and non-profit organizations can apply to the CJG. Your organization must be legally allowed to operate in BC and be in good standing with the provincial government. Employers can send themselves and/or their staff for training directly related to their business or for general business skills training (ie. accounting, marketing, etc.). All participants must either be a Canadian Citizen or a
Permanent Resident.
How to Apply To begin your application, please visit http:// chamberlearningnetwork.com/canada-bc-job-grant to complete the Preliminary Employer Information Form.
Why Apply for the CJG? Training and professional development are invaluable to a successful business. Keeping up to date on both business skills and industry specific training is a great way to keep your business, and your employees, performing at their best. If you have any questions regarding the CJG or the application process, please feel free to contact the BC Chamber of Commerce at 1-778-410-2324 and they’ll be happy to help.
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WHO’S WHO at the Chamber EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE PRESIDENT ~ Kristine Simpson, BDO Canada LLP VICE-PRESIDENT ~ Scott T. Johnston, Campbell Burton & McMullan LLP SECRETARY-TREASURER ~ Paul van Koll, Deloitte LLP
COMMUNITY DIRECTORS LANGLEY CITY ~ Mike Morrison, Envision Financial NORTH LANGLEY ~ Rick Barnett, Valley First Aid Ltd. ALDERGROVE ~ Scott Waddle, Precision Auto Service Ltd. SOUTH LANGLEY ~ Kris Mohammed, Sun Life Financial
DIRECTORS AT LARGE CLAUDE CHOQUETTE, Audacious Living Inc. BRIAN DOUGHERTY, Horizon Landscape Contractors JANE FEE, Kwantlen Polytechnic University TAMMY REA, TD Canada Trust GARTH WHITE, Industrial Real Estate Broker SHERRI-LEE WOYCIK, Social Media Minder
New Member Spotlight Please Join us in welcoming the newest Chamber members! Pictured: (Left to Right): ITO Solutions Inc., GAP Communications Ltd., Paradise Building Maintenance, and Optimal Roofing Systems Inc. Not pictured: Artful Dodger Pub, Entertainment Publications, HUB Surface Systems, Moody Ales, NDM Logistics, Norlang Auto Repair, Odin Zavier, Pacific Coast Interiors and V A R Industries Ltd. For more details about all Chamber members please visit www.langleychamber.com for a complete Membership Directory.
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Get Healthy in Langley, Township urges The Township of Langley would like to give back to you for doing business in our community. If you are employed within, or have a business within the Township of Langley, you are eligible for a reduced rate Corpfit pass to the Township of Langley community recreation centres. With this contract free pass, you will have access to five fitness
centers with a full range of cardio and strength equipment, two aquatic facilities, along with 90+ drop-in fitness classes every week and 35+ drop-in aquatic fitness classes! Complete and submit an application form, available at any Township of Langley recreation centre, and once approved, you will be eligible for a
discount of up to 45% off a three month or one year pass. A minimum of three employees from the same business must register in order to receive the Corpfit discount. For more information, visit any of our recreation centres, or contact our Community Health and Fitness Programmer, at 604-533-6012.
7 Top Tips for Reducing Expenses in Your Business Courtesy of Small Business Accelerator Blog ~ www.sba-bc.ca/blog Maintaining tight control over both fixed and variable expenses is an essential part of maximizing cash flow and profits in your business. There are a variety of tactics entrepreneurs can employ to rein in expenses and prepare for unforeseen costs that crop up over the course of the year. BDC Consulting Partner John Brison offers several suggestions to better control expenses.
1. Make a plan You need to evaluate where your business is now and where you want to take it in the future. A well thought-out road map is essential to properly forecast expenses and provide for contingencies. “For instance, if you intend to pursue a new market next year, you have to build the related expenses into your forecast,” Brison says.
2. Track expenses diligently You have to understand your historic costs before planning for the future. This requires gathering data in an effective and efficient way. “Tracking your costs shouldn’t be an afterthought, it needs to be
an integral part of your ongoing operations,” Brison says.
3. Benchmark against your industry Establish metrics that are meaningful to your business and comparable to those used by other companies in your industry. “If you see you’re spending more in certain categories, then drill down, investigate why and take appropriate action to reduce those costs to industry norms.”
4. Manage variable costs Look at your company’s past variable expenses and calculate what percentage of sales they represent. Historic percentages provide both a good indicator of potential future costs and a benchmark to use in keeping those costs in line with selling activity.
5. Get tough on fixed costs People tend to become complacent about fixed costs because they are generally recurrent and often reflect long-standing relationships with suppliers. But you should periodically test the market to see if you can get a better deal from competing suppliers. “It’s good practice to get two or three quotes regularly,” Brison says. “Whether it’s by putting out a request for proposal
(RFP) or a less formal method, it’s important to send out the message that you are always watching your costs.”
6. Invest in technology Explore new technologies that may help your business improve efficiency, increase productivity and reduce costs. For example, many companies are now using cloud computing systems as opposed to in-house hardware that can be relatively expensive to buy and maintain.
7. Offer incentives to staff Make people accountable for costs and establish appropriate rewards for employees who find ways to reduce expenses. This helps to create a zero waste culture within your organization. It also helps motivate staff members charged with implementing expense-reduction initiatives to stay on task and be creative. “I like to explain overall expense management in three Rs: Research, review and respond,” Brison says. “It basically boils down to careful planning (research), making tweaks and adjustments as they’re needed (review) and rolling up your sleeves to do the necessary and ongoing hard work to achieve the plan (respond).”
GREATER LANGLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: 1-5761 Glover Road, Langley V3A 8M8 www.langleychamber.com 604.530.6656 Fax: 604.530.7066 email: info@langleychamber.com
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PRESENTS Hurt in a hit-and-run? You and ICBC If you’re the victim of a hit and run in B.C., you may be able to collect compensation from ICBC for your injuries or property damage. But getting that money isn’t automatic – you first have to try and find the identity of the at-fault driver/owner of the fleeing vehicle. You have to try this not just at the accident scene, but also in the days and weeks after the accident. And it’s no excuse to say you don’t know how or that this is the job of the police or ICBC.
the next couple of years, Janet held off settling her claim till she could get a handle on her medical situation. But when she made a court claim for compensation, ICBC asked the court to throw out her claim against them. ICBC argued she hadn’t tried hard enough to identify the at-fault hit-and-run driver/ owner who hit Alice’s car. The court agreed and dismissed Janet’s claim against ICBC.
Not trying hard enough could kill your claim against ICBC. And don’t count on ICBC to tell you what you have to do. A disturbing case illustrates they don’t have to. Here, Janet (names changed), driving in Burnaby one dark evening, stopped in a line of traffic at a red light at an intersection. Behind her, Alice also slowed down to stop. But Alice was hit by the vehicle behind her and rear-ended Janet’s car. Janet was in shock and stayed in her car for a minute. Eventually she got out and spoke to Alice, who told her she’d been struck from behind. Janet didn’t see another car touching or impacting Alice’s car, and neither saw a car go by. They pulled their vehicles over to let the traffic they’d blocked move and exchanged information. Janet called 911 and Alice told the police her vehicle had been struck from behind. Neither Janet nor Alice saw or got any details of the vehicle that struck Alice and disappeared. Janet reported the accident to ICBC. Her adjuster accepted her claim as a hit-andrun while trying to negotiate a settlement, and didn’t tell her she had to try to identify the car driver/owner. During
New2U sale at Langley Lodge, 5451 204 St. May 9, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Gently-used ladies’ clothing and accessories. Pick out a new outfit and jewelry to match. All proceeds used to enhance quality of life for residents. Bloom Spring Market in Fort Langley for Mother’s Day weekend Saturday and Sunday, May 9 and 10, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Fort Langley Community Hall, 9167 Glover Rd. Thirty talented local artisans, fine art, jewelry, glass, ceramics, baby gear, accessories, treats and flowers. Admission $2, proceeds benefit the Langley Food Bank. Kids 12 and under free. Langley Community Chorus Spring 2015 Concert Saturday May 9, 3 p.m. at Langley Mennonite Fellowship, 20997 40 Ave. Sunday, May 24, 3 p.m. at United Churches of Langley (Sharon United) 21562 Old Yale Rd. Tickets at the door 30 minutes prior to concert. Adults $15, students $10, under 12 free. For more info visit: www.langleychorus.org. C.A.R.E.S. (Canadian Animal Rescue and Extended Shelter) second annual plant sale will be held on the Mother’s Day weekend, May 9 and 10, in front of the Langley PetSmart store from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The second annual Walk for Fibro is setfor May 9. Starting point is the Well Spring Foundation office (109-20631 Fraser Hwy.) and thrift shoppe. The five-km walk begins at noon followed by the 1.2-km walk at 1 p.m. Call 778-278-3697 or email info@fibromyalgiawellspringfoundation.org.
Basically, for good reasons, the law that makes ICBC responsible to pay in hitand-run cases specifically requires you to make “all reasonable efforts” to identify the at-fault driver/owner. It doesn’t say ICBC has to tell you that, though the court admonished ICBC for not warning Janet about this here.
Mother’s Day Spring Tea at Cloverdale United Church (17575 58A Ave.) on May 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lunch, baking, hanging baskets, plants, books and door prizes.
Janet could have done many things to try and identify the at-fault owner/driver. The car drivers initially stopped behind Alice at the scene could have been asked what they saw. And there were pedestrian crosswalks and sidewalks nearby, as well as a parking lot and building. So there might have been witnesses. Posting notices near the scene afterwards might have led to them coming forward, as might local newspaper advertisements.
The Scotiabank MS Walk will start and finish at Douglas Park on May 24. Walkers will take advantage of the scenic pathways that the City of Langley has to offer for a three-km walk. Participants who are up for more of a challenge can complete the route a second time. Enjoy snacks and refreshments, music, family-friendly activities and great company. Check-in at 8 a.m. and start time is 10 a.m. For more information, contact Kalyna Zazelenchuk at 604-602-3221.
If you’ve been hurt in a hit-and-run, you have to act promptly, and learn about your rights and duties. Seek out qualified legal assistance. Written by Janice and George Mucalov, LL.B.s with contribution by Milne Selkirk. The column provides information only and must not be relied on for legal advice. Please contact LAWRENCE COULTER of Milne Selkirk for legal advice concerning your particular case.
Hot Rod Sunday at Willowbrook Shopping Centre July 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Organized by British Columbia Hot Rod Association (BCHRA). There will be up to 200 hot rods, vintage, classic, and custom cars and trucks showcased at this free public event. All event proceeds will go to BCHRA’s charity, the Valley Therapeutic Equestrian Association, to provide therapeutic horseback riding for children and adults.
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For women seeking support and resources for career and life direction, Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s Career Choices and Life Success Program is hosting a Fall 2015 Information Session on May 12, from 10 a.m. to noon on the Langley Campus, Room 2075. For more information, see kpu.ca/aca/ccls. Seventh annual Fibromyalgia Celebration Dinner at Newlands Golf and Country Club on May 12. Event is a ’50s and ’60s theme and a small fashion show during dinner. Entertainer will be Joanne Chiasson. Tickets are $75 and available at the Fibromyalgia Well Spring Office (109-20631 Fraser Hwy.) or 778-278-3697 or email info@fibromyalgiawellspringfoundation. org.
Social at the Centre Langley Senior Centre, 20605 51B Avenue, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of the month. May 14, “Flowers, Plants and more;” with June Strandberg. May 28, “And the Beat Goes On;” pianist Carole Eichler and guitarist Marshall Henry. Cost: $4 per person Phone: 604-530-3020. Willoughby Community Hall Society Annual General Meeting will be held May 21, 7:30 p.m. at 20809 83 Ave. Contact: 604532-9120.
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Mother’s Day gift wrapping service at Willowbrook Shopping Centre with donations going to help students in Langley.All proceeds benefit the Langley School District Foundation to support innovative and essential school programs, including hot lunches.Located on the north side of the mall, next to Michael Hill Jewellers afrom May 7 to 10. Services start at $3. Sales of potted flowers (orchids and mixed planters) start at $25. The Mother’s Day Service will be run by 50-plus volunteers including Langley School District students, teachers, parents, staff, administrators, and retirees. LMHA Penny Pincher Thrift Shop is now open in new location at 20550 and 20560 Fraser Highway in the former Coast Capital Savings building. Donations are accepted 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday-Saturday. All proceeds support Langley Memorial Hospital. Langley Meals on Wheels needs volunteers to help out with Food & Friends social luncheon program. Requires a commitment of twice a month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (days of week and locations vary). Phone: 604-533–1679 or: ashley@lmow.ca.
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Plant a posy with mom at the museum Mother’s Day is fast approaching and the Langley Centennial Museum has the perfect gift for mom — the gift of time spent together. Plant a Posy: Mother’s Day Fun runs at the Museum, at 9135 King St. in Fort Langley, on Saturday, May 9, with a morning session from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. and an afternoon session from noon to 1 p.m. The cost is $15.75 per child, plus mom. “Our mothers do so much for us on a daily basis and this program is a way to give back through showing appreciation for them,” said Township of Langley arts and culture programmer Maggie Lukban. “Kids and their moms will enjoy spending time together while creating a beautiful flower pot and then taking it home to watch it blossom.” To register visit RecExpress.ca, drop in to any Township community recreation facility, or call the Langley Centennial Museum at 604-532-3536.
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Langley Community Chorus will present their spring 2015 concert titled “Thank you for the music” on two days and locations in the community. All of the music in the concert was chosen by music director Anita Comba to soothe and uplift, as well as being unusual and entertaining. The concert will feature songs performed in the native languages of Russia, Spain, Zulu South Africa, Nigeria and Zambia. There will also be several wellknown popular songs from Canada and the United States. The 80-voice chorus will be joined by Langley composer and professional Marimba, Celtic fiddle and percussion musician Bruce Henczel. They will sing some of his unique original compositions. Concert details: Saturday, May 9 at 3 p.m. Langley Mennonite Fellowship 20997 40 Ave. Sunday, May 24 at 3 p.m. United Churches of Langley (Sharon United) 21562 Old Yale Rd. Tickets at the door 30 minutes prior to concert. Adults $15; students $10; under 12 free Visit website for further info: www.langleychorus.org
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In celebration of National Fibromyalgia Awareness Day, May 12, local charity, Fibromyalgia Well Spring Foundation is encouraging the community to get involved with two different events this month to help raise awareness of this chronic, “invisible” illness. The first event, the second annual “Free Us From Fibro” FUN-raising and Fibromyalgia Awareness Walk, is on Saturday, May 9, starting at noon. The second event is the Foundation’s seventh annual fibromyalgia celebration dinner, on Tuesday, May 12. The 1950s and ’60s style gala event at Newland’s Golf & Country Club, starts at 5 p.m. Fibromyalgia affects approximately six per cent of the population. FWSF is the only charity in the Lower Mainland that is dedicated to assisting those in the community who have fibromyalgia.
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The Foundation has helped more than 700 members in the past eight years, and operates on a shoestring budget, primarily with volunteer power, to run their many programs, including counselling, 24-hour crisis support, outreach support, distribution of supplemental food hampers to those in hardship, plus assisting with applications for disability/medical insurance, and peer support online. The Foundation operates a Thrift Shoppe in downtown Langley, to help with awareness and fundraising, where their office is also located. All funds raised go directly for Fibromyalgia Well Spring Foundation’s programs and support group members. On May 9, join FWSF and walk to raise awareness and “Free Us From Fibro!” The five-km walk starts at noon, and the 1.2-km “walk around the block” will set off at 1 p.m. Both routes
Fort Gallery’s First Thursday event returns on May 7 with a performance by musician/singers Colin Sheen and Matt Baker. The event, which will also feature artist talks by Edith Krause and JoAnn Sheen — whose show ‘Esse Est Percipi’ is currently on exhibit — begins at 7 p.m. and runs until 9 p.m. On the first Thursday of each month, the Fort Gallery hosts a va-
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riety of visual artists, writers and poets, and musicians from the local community who share their gifts and creations. The Fort Gallery is located at 9048 Glover Rd. For more information, call 604-888-7411, email fortgallery@hotmail.com or visit the website at fortgallery.ca Gallery hours are Wednesday to Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.
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From ragtime and blues to folk and Celtic melodies, Langley Community Music School opens the stage to two year-end concerts: the year end jazz concert on Monday, May 11, and the LCMS Fiddlers year-end concert on Wednesday May 13. Both performances begin at 7:30 p.m. The May 11 concert will feature an array of jazz styles from multiple decades performed by the LCMS Jazz Ensemble. The LCMS Jazz Ensemble is comprised of six students (one adult and five high school students) and two of the jazz faculty, Tim Stacey and Ross Curran. “This year’s Jazz Ensemble is the biggest we’ve had at the school,” says LCMS jazz teacher Ross Curran. “This well-rounded program is unique in the Lower Mainland.” In addition to lessons, students get to learn from working and performing with professional musicians. The May 13 concert will “celebrate the violin’s cousin, the fiddle,” said Andrea Taylor, LCMS fiddle instructor. “The LCMS Fiddlers will be reeling and jigging their way through a selection of popular traditional music, ranging from old time and country to Celtic
and Slavic.” “Both of these performances highlight the unique breadth of musical expertise that we foster at LCMS,” said LCMS principal Susan Magnusson. “Our diverse programs give our students the opportunity to explore many different genres of music, while learning from great teachers.” Admission to both concerts is by donation.
SPRING OPEN HOUSE Langley Community Music School welcomes people of all ages to their annual Spring Community Day Open House on Saturday, May 9, from noon to 2 p.m., with a special master class scheduled to begin at 2:30 p.m. The public is invited to listen to student soloists and chamber groups, enjoy performances by the school’s children’s choir, harp ensemble and string ensemble and LCMS early learning classes. There will also be an opportunity to meet the teachers, tour the facility, and learn about Langley Community Music School programs and classes. Following the main event is free special master class at 2:30 p.m. with master teacher and
renowned pianist Henri-Paul Sicsic. Selected students should be playing at Royal Conservatory Grade 10 or ARCT level. “We invite new students of all ages to take advantage of this wonderful community resource, and to receive the highest quality music education from our professional faculty,” said LCMS principal Susan Magnusson. Langley Community Music School will be accepting registrations for the fall 2015 semester during the open house event. As space is limited in these programs, LCMS encourages people to register as soon as possible. Guests are also invited to sign up to receive notifications of the school’s renowned concerts and events, which feature stellar local, national and international artists throughout the year in the school’s Rose Gellert Hall. No registration is necessary to attend the open house, however, registration is required to play in the master class. The Rose Gellert Hall is located at 4899 207 St. For more information about any of these events or to register, call Langley Community Music School at 604-534-2848.
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It was the most entertaining game of the season, but it was also the last game of the year for the Vancouver Stealth. Needing a victory in the final game of the National Lacrosse League regular season to clinch a post-season berth, the Stealth came up one goal short, falling 14-13 to the Calgary Roughnecks at the Langley Events Centre on Saturday night. And as has been the case all season, it was the failure to deliver a full 60-minute effort which cost the team, who finished the season at 5-13. Calgary (7-11) claimed the NLL West Division’s final playoff berth. “Our guys battled hard (but) unfortunately we didn’t get the outcome,” said Stealth coach Dan Perreault. “The effort was there, you certainly can’t fault the effort.” The Stealth jumped all over Calgary early, scoring four goals on their first six shots to lead 4-0 five minutes into the game. They led 7-5 at the half and Ilija Gajic scored a breakaway goal early in the third quarter to extend the lead to three. But after that, the Roughnecks seized control, outscoring Vancouver 7-1 the rest of the period for a 12-9 lead. Rhys Duch would open the fourth with three consecutive goals — he finished with six — to tie the score at 12, but Calgary scored two of the final three goals for the one-goal victory and playoff berth. Calgary’s Jeff Shattler, with his fourth of the game, netted the winner with 5:11 to play. The Stealth had plenty of chances for the equalizer and even had a couple of shots find their way through Calgary goaltender Frankie Scigliano, but no Vancouver player could get to the ball in time. “It is a game of inches,” Perreault said. “A couple of our shots hit sticks, the rolled in behind Scigliano, and sat on the line and didn’t go over.” The Stealth can look back at the third quarter as when the game got away. The Roughnecks outscored the Stealth 7-2 in that period, while the Stealth won the other three quarters by a score of 11-7. “That third quarter had been our Achilles heel it seems all year,” said Stealth transition player Tyler Garrison. “I don’t know why; we will have to clean that up for next year.”
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Vancouver Stealth’s Chris O’Dougherty goes airborne but is denied by Calgary Roughnecks goaltender Frankie Scigliano during the fourth quarter of the National Lacrosse League regular season finale at the Langley Events Centre on May 2. The fans were entertained (below), but went home disappointed as the Roughnecks won 14-13 to deny the Stealth a post-season berth. Calgary coach Curt Malawsky said his team was rusty coming off a bye week. “We would have liked to have been up at the half, but we were coaching to be even or down a little bit,” he said. “It was a game of runs and we had the last run tonight.” Malawsky said they knew of the Stealth’s troubles in fourth-quarter rallies all season. “We knew trailing after the third quarter, they hadn’t won a game all season long,” he said. “They were 0-11 going in. We mentioned that stat.” While it was disappointing not to advance to the post-season for a second straight season, Garrison said the team will use this moving forward. “Every time you lose a game like that, it is a learning experience,” he said. “We will be back next year and hopefully pick up a few things along the way that will help us through it.” “Not the result we were looking for, but there was no quit,” said Duch, who finished the season with a career-high 103 points. “When you are part of a group that doesn’t quit, it speaks for itself. We played right down to the last whistle.” The loss came on a night where the Stealth had their biggest
crowd of the season at the LEC, 4,833 fans. “It was a fantastic atmosphere, I have never seen this building like that,” Perreault said. “This is the first one this year where we felt like the fans were into it as much as we were,” Gar-
rison said. “It was amazing (and) it gives us something to build on moving forward.” ••• The Stealth finished the season with a record of 5-13, which was second-last in the nine-team
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A pair of narrow victories have the Langley Junior Blaze still perfect atop the B.C. Junior U16 Premier Baseball League standings. The Blaze hosted the Victoria Junior Mariners in a doubleheader on Sunday at McLeod Park, rallying to win the first game, 3-2, before doubling up the Mariners 4-2 in game two to improve to 7-0 on the season. Langley trailed 2-0 heading into the bottom of the fifth inning in the first game before scoring one run in that inning and two more in the sixth. Jake Kristensen led the way with a pair of RBI singles while Michael Stovman drove in the other run. On the mound, Wesley Moore went the distance, scattering nine hits over seven innings while striking out six. Both runs were unearned. Game two saw Langley erase an early 1-0 deficit with a pair of runs in the bottom of the first en route to a 4-2 win. Rhys Cratty led the way with a triple and three base hits, also scoring two runs. Stovman and Nate Kolb had the RBIs. Stovman also got the final four outs. James Hardy picked up the win, pitching 5.2 innings with four strikeouts and two unearned runs allowed. He allowed just five hits. Langley will look for an eighth
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Yorkson Wolves’ Ethan Bernardin races down the sideline with Brookswood Bobcats’ Phoenix Bourrier (right) in pursuit during Grade 8 boys rugby at Willoughby Community Park last week (April 30). The Wolves won the game to advance to the tier 2 championship game this week against the D.W. Poppy Redhawks.
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Speedway celebrates 50 years CAN’T CATCH ME: A LOOK BACK AT THE LANGLEY S PEEDWAY RUNS MAY 6 TO AUG. 9 AT LANGLEY CENTENNIAL MUSEUM GARY AH U J A Ti m e s Spo r t s
Fifty years of racing history will be on display at the Langley Centennial Museum. Can’t Catch Me: A Look Back at the Langley Speedway begins today (May 6) and runs through August 9. “This is exciting,” said Larry Olson, of the Langley Speedway Historical Society. “After six years, I have accomplished
my goal of having the memorabilia of the Langley Speedway on display at the museum. “I can finally rub my hands together and say I have done it.” There will be an opening reception for the exhibit on Saturday afternoon (May 9) from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Displaying the exhibit now made perfect sense to coincide with the 50th anniver-
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Larry Olson helped play a role in a new exhibit at the Langley Centennial Museum. The exhibit opens today (May 6) and is on display until Aug. 9. sary of when it opened in 1965, explained Kobi Christian, the museum’s arts and heritage curator. “It is basically telling the history of the Speedway,” she said.
School Closure Review Meeting for Lochiel U-connect Meeting Location: Simonds Elementary School May 13, 2015 @ 7pm As a part of the Long Term Facilities Plan, the Langley School District served a notice of motion to consider the possible closure of the Lochiel U-connect program at its current location. Trustees will attend a public meeting at Simonds Elementary School on Wednesday, May 13, 2015, 7pm, and the decision will be made at a Special Meeting of the Board of Education on Tuesday, June 9, 2015. The purpose of the May 13th meeting is to gather information from the community about the impacts of the possible closure. Oral and written presentations will be received. Speakers will be provided a five-minute time limit. To register as a Speaker or make a written submission, please contact David Green, Secretary-Treasurer via email at dgreen@sd35.bc.ca or by phone at 604-532-1477. Written submissions may also be mailed or dropped off at the School Board Office, 4875 222 Street, Langley, V3A 6J3. Speaker registrations will be collected until 12 noon May 8th.
“The Speedway has a stories past in Langley.” Artifacts and memorabilia from the past 50 years make up part of the display. Altogether, there are
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Willoughby set to host finals It was a great start but not the ending they were looking for. Langley United Sparta was on Vancouver Island on Sunday afternoon, facing Port Alberni Athletics in the semifinals of the Keith Millar Cup, the provincial men’s B Cup soccer championships. In the opening minute, player-coach Mark Peters converted a cross from Paul Ballard to put Sparta on the board first. The home side would score twice before halftime before Peters converted a penalty kick in the second half to force overtime. And after neither team scored, the game went to penalty kicks with the Port Alberni keeper stopping three of the four Sparta shots to send them through
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to the championship final. “Very proud of our team and we’ve had an outstanding season,” Peters said. The team won both the Fraser Valley Soccer League title and the President’s Cup. “We had a lot of players playing hurt today but they each showed great character and showed what it means to play for your team,” he said. ••• Both the men’s and women’s Provincial Cup finals will be played at Willoughby Community Park this weekend. Following a Special Olympics BC showcase match on Saturday at 10 a.m., the four women’s championship finals will be played that first day. The men’s finals will be Sunday.
Saturday: 10:30 a.m. — Vancouver United FC vs. Prospect Lake in the Leeta Sokaski Cup (women’s B Cup). Noon — Classics Cup 1:30 p.m. — Surrey United vs. North Shore Girls Soccer Club Renegades in the Premier Cup (women’s A Cup). 3 p.m. — U21 Cup Sunday: 10:30 a.m. — Guildford FC vs. Port Alberni Athletics in the Keith Millar Cup (men’s B Cup). noon — Croatia SC vs. Westside FC in the Deryl Hughes Cup (masters). 1:30 p.m. — Surrey United vs. Victoria Highlanders Prospects in the Doug Day Cup (U21). 3 p.m. — EDC Burnaby vs. Inter FC in the Premier Cup (men’s A Cup).
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BOEHM, Alvin John passed away on April 30, 2015 at the age of 89. He was born May 18, 1925 in Allan, Saskatchewan and was married for 57 years to the late Colleen Boehm. He is survived by eldest daughter Janis and husband Wayne MacKay, youngest daughter Cynthia and husband William Dutton. He is also survived by four grandchildren, five great grandchildren, sister Sylvia DeViller and many nieces and nephews. Alvin and his wife Colleen started out in Thunder Bay, Ontario. They also lived in Victoria, B.C. and Montreal, Quebec before finally settling in Vancouver, B.C. Alvin was a proud veteran of the second World War. Following this he had a fulfilling career at Canadian National Railway for forty-four years and then several years as a realtor for Royal LePage before finally retiring. Alvin was a devout member of St. Nicholas Church. He and his wife Colleen loved to travel. Cape Cod, Florida, California and Europe were just a few of the places they visited. Later in life they enjoyed many cruises together. He also loved swimming, kite flying, sailing and was an avid bridge player. One of his favourite past times was spending time with family at their trailer. Funeral services will be held at St. Nicholas Church, 20675 87th Ave. in Walnut Grove on Tuesday May 12th at 11:00 am. He was loved by many and will be missed by all.
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Darlene Anne Burns (Tredwell) Passed away Monday, April 27th at the age of 67, at Langley Memorial Hospital. Darlene was born in High River, Alberta on June 3, 1947. She is survived by her daughter Nicole Burns (Oliver Howander), of Garibaldi Highlands; Her Dad, Bob Tredwell of Chilliwack, sisters Barbara Nelson (Joe Bruni) of Chilliwack, Linda Sabiston of Comox; Brother Jim Tredwell (Carmen Dolinsek) of Langley. Darlene was pre-deceased by her Mom, Rae Tredwell, in June 2013. Also survived by nephews Frank, Jim & Rob, and niece Michelle, and their children Danika, Colton & Adelayde. Darlene was raised as a “Military Brat”, who lived in many towns and cities across Canada and in Germany. She also married into the military and continued with more adventures throughout Canada, Germany and England. We will miss you Dar! “Now there are three!” Celebration of Life was held at Hendersons Langley Funeral Home, 20786 Fraser Hwy., Langley BC on Monday, May 4, 2015 @ 11 a.m.
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We Offer Above Average Rates! To join our team of professional drivers please send off a resume and current drivers abstract to: careers@vankam.com For more info about Line Haul, call Bev, 604-968-5488 We thank all applicants for your interest! Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
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Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca
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HIGH CASH PRODUCING Vending Machines. $1.00 Vend = .70 Profit. All on Location In Your Area. Selling Due to Illness. Call 1-866-6686629 For Details.
ESTHETICIANS
SPA Estheticians req for a local spa in Walnut Grove. Call 778-891-8489 or email: judytranjc@hotmail.com
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INFORMATION
PRODUCT RECALL Kidde Canada in conjunction withh Health Canada has announced a voluntary recall to replace certain Kidde black plastic valve disposable fire extinguishers. ABC and BC-rated fire extinguishers manufactured between July 23, 2013 and October 15, 2014 could be affected.
.Cleaning up in a Dirty Business. www.coraschupp.com
EDUCATION
Van Kam’s Group of Companies requires Class 1 Drivers for the SURREY area. Applicants must have a min 2 yrs industry driving experience.
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT Immediate opening, full time position. Data entry of sales invoices and accounts payables. Accounts receivables collections. Fast paced environment in a rapidly expanding company. Quickbooks experience a distinct asset. Location Aldergrove. hiringad.2015@gmail.com
DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS are in huge demand! Train with the leading Medical Transcription school. Learn from home and work from home. Call today. 1.800.466.1535 www.canscribe.com. info@canscribe.com.
If you believe you may have one of these fire extinguishers please contact Kidde Canada at 1-844833-6394 (8am - 5pm) Mon-Fri or visit www.kiddecanada.com and click “Safety Notice.”
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Poco golf course is now Hiring for Seasonal Greens Crew to start immediately. Previous golf course experience is an asset.
Excellent Work Environment. Wages & Benefits Commensurate w/ experience! E-mail resume & references: carnoustie@shaw.ca or Fax: 604.464.3745
CAREER FAIR Douglas Recreation Centre 20550 Douglas Crescent, Langley 1:00 – 5:00 P.M. Full & Part Time Career Opportunities in the following industries: r 1HƂEG #FOKPKUVTCVKQP r *GCNVJ %CTG r 5CNGU r 9CTGJQWUKPI r (QQF 5GTXKEGU r 2TQFWEVKQP r /CPWHCEVWTKPI r .CDQWT Bring your resume and be prepared for an on the spot interview!
MEDICAL/DENTAL
PERSONAL SERVICES 182
FINANCIAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 281
GARDENING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 287
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETS WITH DOLLAR DEALS 604-575-5555
.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
Friday, May 8th 2015
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Medical Office Assistant Busy Health Center A professional Langley Health Center is looking for a part-time MOA. This is an exciting opportunity to join our very busy medical team. Offering approx 3 shifts per week - 1 - 2 weekends / month EMR experience would be preferable. Thank you in advance for your interest, Please forward your resume along with references to rica@glovermedical.com
F/T GREENS CREW (Seasonal)
Choose the job you love.
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
HANDYMAN CONNECTION HANDYMAN CONNECTION Handyman Connection - Bonded -Renovations - Installations Repairs - 604.878.5232
GREENHOUSE LABOURER SunSelect Produce Limited Partnership operation is looking for steady, hardworking, energetic individuals that are able to do plant care, harvesting, sorting grading & packaging and general cleanup and workday preparations. The positions advertised are full time permanent positions for all seasons. Job Location: 349 - 264th St Aldergrove BC V4W 2K1 Wage $10.49/hr plus AD&D benefits. Positions available immediately. English language not required. To apply submit resume: sunselectproducejobs @gmail.com or by fax to 604-607-7656
Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com
Read this... Classified Ads get RESULTS!
Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046
PERSONAL SERVICES 175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS
Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.
• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...
TRADES, TECHNICAL
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 239
COMPUTER SERVICES
Kristy 604.488.9161
threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca
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GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
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COMMERCIAL & RESIDENTIAL Forming, Framing & Finishing. Reno’s/Additions, Decks. Hrly. or Contract. Free est. 604-341-3806
Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
CONTRACT OR HOURLY FREE ESTIMATES 26 YEARS IN BUSINESS
Per Molsen 604-575-1240
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MOVING & STORAGE
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
CONCRETE FORMING, FRAMING & SIDING. 604.218.3064
Guy answers calls
LANGLEY 56th Ave & 198 Street
European Quality Workmanship
DEAD LEVEL CONSTRUCTION LTD. Complete Home Renovations WE DO IT ALL! Call Bob 604-8301322 www.deadlevel.ca BBB Accredited Member
A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.
Face & Neck Relaxation 778-385-9744
Repairs & Reno’s, Sundecks & Additions, New Homes
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
SUNDECKS
ESTHETIC SERVICES
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
SAMCON BUILDING. Complete reno’s & additions. Over 25 yrs exp. Call Derek (604)720-5955 www.samconbuilding.com
Esthetic Services
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TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
604-537-4140
CONCRETE & PLACING
UNIQUE CONCRETE
DESIGN
F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured
778-231-9675, 778-231-9147
FREE ESTIMATES
NOW HIRING!
Delivery Drivers
With industrial type vehicles only. Vehicle must hold 5000 papers . NO MINI-VANS. • Twice weekly: Tuesday & Thursday • Pick up newspapers from our warehouse • Deliver newspapers to our carriers
Commercial Trailer/Transport Mechanics (Surrey Terminal) Van-Kam Freightways requires two full-time Commercial Trailer Journeyman Mechanics and a full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic to work out of our Surrey terminal located at 10155 Grace Road. The Transport Mechanic position would work the 11:30 pm to 8:00 am shift. 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.
DRYWALL
DEAD LEVEL CONSTRUCTION LTD. Complete Drywall Work. Bob 604-830-1322 www.deadlevel.ca BBB Accredited Member
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FENCING
DEAD LEVEL CONSTRUCTION. Complete Fencing. Bob 604-8301322 www.deadlevel.ca BBB Accredited Member
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GARDENING
ELECT SERVICES Tree Pruning, Topping & Removal Hedge Trimming ~ Disposal
Full Landscape & Maintenance Services Insured ~ WCB Over 25 yrs Exp.
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GARAGE SALES
CLOVERDALE:
HUGE ANNUAL CLAYTON GARAGE SALES
Sat. May 9th, 9-Noon++
OVER 25 SEPARATE SALES! MAPS HANDED OUT at Katzie Elementary (6887 194A Street)
* RAIN OR SHINE * ARRANGED BY
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For more information, call Derek, at 604-587-9818 or 604-968-7149
*Free Estimate *Seniors Discount
Call 778-245-5006
REMAX TREELAND RLTY
Interested candidates should attach an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889
ALL BEST LANDSCAPING All Lawn Care ~ Free Est.
Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
Call 604.514.6770 circulation@langleytimes.com
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We thank you for your interest, however only those of interest to us will be contacted.
Lawn Cut, Ride-on mower, Pwr Rake, Aerating, Weeding. Hedge Trim, Pruning, Reseed, Edging, Moss Killer, Bark Mulch, Pressure Wash., Gutter Clean. Roof Clean. Res/Comm. Reas. Rates, Fully insured. WCB.
Bill, 604-306-5540 or 604-589-5909 C & C Gardeners - Tree & Shrub Pruning, Lawn Maint. Spring Cleanup. 25 yrs exp. 604-530-2232
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GARAGE SALES
NEIGHBOURHOOD Garage Sale Saturday May 9th, 9am - 1pm, Maps Available at: 33Ave & 148 Street (Behind Choices). Sponsored by: Shaun & Blair Miller RE/MAX Colonial Pacific
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www.langleytimes.com The Langley Times HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356
RUBBISH REMOVAL
RUBBISH REMOVAL
POLAR BEAR PAINTING & Pressure Washing. $299~3 rooms (walls only 2 coats.) 604-866-6706
Household / Construction ~ FREE ESTIMATES ~
SENIORS DISCOUNT
Call Mitch 604-813-9104 372
.Hayden Painting 778-229-0236 Family Owned & Operated Ryan 778.229.0236
NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates. Best Value In Town, Book Now For Super Savings. 778.245.9069
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TREE SERVICES TREE BROTHERS SPECIALIST
Tree Removal/Topping/Spiral Thinning/Hedge Trimming/Stump Grinding. Free Estimates. WCB/Fully Insured
$75 Off with this Ad
Jerry, 604-500-2163
PETS 477
PETS
AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.
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PLUMBING
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005 BRO MARV PLUMBING Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
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PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call Ian 604-724-6373
Hydro Tech Power Washing Hot & Cold: WCB, Liability Insured hydro-tech.ca ~ 778-928-6768 SPRING SUPER SPECIAL SALE Gutter windows skylights siding for $360. (under 2500sf) We use soap WCB Insured.............604-861-6060 POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
BOXER PUPS, family raised, dewclaws, tails, vaccinated, health cert exc quality. $1800. 604-341-1445 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at:
fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 German Shepherd pups, vet check, 1st shots, own both parents, gd tempered, farm & family raised in country, good guard dog/family pet. born feb 11. $750; 604-796-3799 or 604-845-6027, no sunday calls MULTI POO miniature black brown & tan 4-6 lbs hypo allerg, exc family pet, vet cert $1600. 604-341-1445. PITTBULL pups, born Feb 24th. Blue/blue brindle. Gotti/razors edge. $850-$1250. 604-376-0920
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS ARBUTUS ROOFING & DRAINS Ltd We specialize in: F Shingle Roofing F Flat Roofing F Re-Roofing & Roof Repairs
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AUCTIONS
KWIK Auctions Commercial Food Equipment & Restaurant Auction House - Burnaby & Kelowna - Live & Online - visit KwikAuctions.com for Catalog, Pics, Video Preview
Residential / Strata
REAL ESTATE
604 - 259 - 2482 www.arbutusroofing.com
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE
APARTMENT/CONDO
RENTALS 736
HOMES FOR RENT
TRANSPORTATION
VACANT MANUFACTURED HOME PADS AVAILABLE
TOWN & COUNTRY APARTMENTS 5555 208th Street, Langley Studio - 1 & 2 bdrms. Indoor swimming pool and rec facility. Includes heat & 1 parking stall. No pets
45+ Abbotsford 55+ Abby, Langley, Mission, Hope Chuck 604-830-1960
APARTMENT/CONDO
709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL BROOKSWOOD COMMERCIAL LEASE spaces avail. at 208th St & 40th Ave. 1000 to 1500 s.f. $1500-$4500. HEY! 1.5 ACRES, fenced & secure lot now available on 208th near 40th. Has small trailer with washroom facilities & approximately 3000 sf. of warehouse / storage / service building. Ph: Frank @ Noort Investments
ALDERGROVE, 272/Fraser Hwy. 1 Bdrm apt. Bright. N/P. $550/mo + hydro. Avail now. 604-644-6542
FREE: heat, h/w, cable TV, laundry & parking. No Pets BACHELOR, 1 & 2 BDRMS. SENIORS, ADULT ORIENTED
604-835-6300 or Nick @ 604-526-3604
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
CALL FOR AVAILABILITY LANGLEY
736
Like New Townhouse. Only 3 years old. Immaculate Deluxe, 2 bdrm. + Rec. Room/Office + 2 Full Bath T/House. Flr. to ceiling storage + storage rm. in garage. 6 s/s appli. d/w, w/d, Garburator. Crown Mouldings, 9ft. ceilings, H/W laminate flooring and slate tile. Gas F/P & Alarm. 1 car garage parking. Covered patio lower & outdoor patio upper. Amenities room incls. full gym, outdoor hot tub & pool. Walk to Morgan Heights shopping. NO Smoking inside & NO Pets! $2050/mo. or negotiable Available NOW!
The Village at Thunderbird Centre
Asking $3000. 604-572-0890 / 778-908-3401
• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal
2008 VW JETTA SEL, 5 speed, 4 dr, white, 110,000 kms. 2.5 litre gas. $5700/firm. 604-538-4883
830
FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
MOTORCYCLES
Notice to Creditors and Others
604.488.9161
Notice is hereby given to Creditors and others, having claims against the estate of Christopher Bryce Erickson, deceased, formerly of 3535 197A Street, Langley BC, are hereby required to send particulars of their claims to the executor, Lorne Erickson, at Box 25, Tugaske, Saskatchewan, S0H 4B0, on or before June 5, 2015, after which date the executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard only to the claims that have been received. Lorne Erickson Executor
2005 SAGA Dual purpose (dirt / street) motorcycle. Mint condition 800 kms. Super commuter. $2,500 FIRM 604-349-4181.
HOMES FOR RENT
Abbotsford/Aldergrove; 3 bdrm hse, 2 full baths, nice & clean, N/P. $1500. (604) 835-1200 or 825-7166
2002 HONDA CIVIC
4-Door Automatic. Highway driven, nice & clean Runs very well! 234/km’s.
750
SUITES, LOWER
LANGLEY - Yorkson South 800 sq. ft. 1 bdrm. Extremely clean. Laminate flrs. Suits one person. $800 incls. utils. WIFI and cbl. In suite lndry. D/W & microwave. Parking in garage, for a regular size car. N/S N/P. Close to TWU and all amenities. Refs. Req. Avail. June.1. Price negotiable for 1 year lease.
DELUXE 2 & 3 BEDROOM SUITES in Walnut Grove. Includes large balcony, fireplace, in-suite laundry. No Pets. Live, shop, work & play all in one location. Next to Colossus Theater (200/ #1 Hwy).
838
RECREATIONAL/SALE
778-878-6851
Call 604-881-7111
751
SUITES, UPPER
thunderbirdvillage@bentallkennedy.com
www.bentallkennedyresidential.com www.ThunderbirdVillage.ca
LANGLEY: 3-bdrms, 2 bath Upper ste, lge balc, fnd/yrd, suit cpl. N/p. $1275 + 2/3 utils. 604-723-5016
Bentall Kennedy (Canada) LP Linwood Place Apts: 604-530-6555 1 & 2 bdrm apts, $650-$900/mo. Ask about our Move-In BONUS.
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SNOWBIRDS! Reliable tenant seeks peaceful, quiet studio suite. A++ references 360-510-6827 email: Suite15@outlook.com
Park Terrace Apts Bachelor starting @ $680 1 bdrm starting @ $725 2 bdrm starting @ $795 RETRO RENT RATES. Act Now
1996 White Dodge Ram 2500 V8 5.9L ext cab short box seats 6, & 1998 23ft Slumber Queen 5th wheel. rear kitchen, slps 6, 2 way fridge, microwave, 3 pce bath, a/c, tandem whls, 15ft canopy, bike rack. $11,000 both. 604-576-0350 Cloverdale
Sell your Car!
Langley City, family friendly, walk to senior & rec ctr, schls, shops, Incl heat & hotwater & prkg. Live In Manager
604-530-0030 www.cycloneholdings.ca
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CALL FOR NEW SPECIALS Bachelor starting @ $680, 1 bdrm starting @ $725 2 Bdrm starting @ $795 Heat, Hotwater, Parking Included Live In Manager
Sell your vehicle FAST in the highest read community newspapers & largest online sites!
604-530-0932 www.cycloneholdings.ca THE Grove - 3 Bedrooms Top Floor Apt, all major appls, 1 parking avbl from May 01. Rent $1450 pm. Family preferred with no pets, nonsmoking. Contact 604-837-7845
WANTED TO RENT
/LPLWHG Time Offer!
.Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244.
TRY A CLASSIFIED AD
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FOR SALE BY OWNER
2693 272 A Street - Aldergrove 3000 sq/ft, 6 bdrms, 4 full baths, Approx lot size 9500 sq/ft. $555K Built in 2001. Call 778-908-4580
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Short Term or Long term! Hotel Living
LANGLEY CITY - AVAIL NOW. Remodeled 2 bdrm double wide, F/S. W/D. $900/mo. Ref’s required. No Pets. Call Don at 604-534-1018.
Michael - 604-533-7578 Betsy - 604-312-1437
Fully Furnished & Equipped or Unfurnished Based on Your Needs.
733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS
Villa Fontana & Stardust
Rainbow & Majorca
SOUTH SURREY EXECUTIVE
Phone 604-530-1912
RENTALS 706
LANGLEY; 3 Bdrm rancher. $1400 incl laundry. Avail after May 15th. N/S. Call: (604)534-9174
SPA FOR SALE in Walnut Grove. Exc. location. Serious buyers only. Call for details, (778)891-8489
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TRANSPORTATION
The Scrapper
LANGLEY CITY APARTMENTS ON 201A
Running this ad for 10yrs
NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.
706
LANGLEY CITY 1-bdrm apt. Clean, bright, crime free. Incl. heat. Refs. req’d. $720. 604-530-6384.
604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
2 coats any colour
RENTALS
LANGLEY CITY. 1 Bdrm $595/mo. Adult oriented building, 50+ years. Clean, quiet, and near all amenities. N/P. Call Ron 604-727-1373.
www.paintspecial.com
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
SUNDECKS
DEAD LEVEL CONSTRUCTION LTD. Deck Construction. Vinyl decking - 10 yr warranty. Call BOB 604-830-1322 www.deadlevel.ca BBB Accredited Member.
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299
REAL ESTATE
2010 VENZA: Like new, only 20,000 kms, fully loaded, automatic, 6 cylinder, dvd system. $22,800. 604-575-5555.
3-LINE EXAMPLE
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JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
Langley - 2 SEPARATE TITLES SxS Duplex, 4 suites 8500s/f lot, fully reno’d, new siding/windows. Rent $3400. $669K or $339K each side. Call 604-807-6565
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Langley Farm Market APRICOT product of California ($3.70 kg)
1
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$ 68
NAVEL FANCY ORANGE
product of Chile ($4.38 kg)
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$ 00 2 for 7
$ 59
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Assorted (250ml)
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$ 99 ea.
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