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Property tax hike approved In Maple Ridge, going up 3.5 per cent By Phil M elnyc h u k pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com

The final numbers are in and the final tax increase for Maple Ridge homeowners will be 3.5 per cent this year. Council gave final reading to the financial plan bylaw at its May 12 meeting, three days before the May 15 deadline. For an average home valued at $400,000, the increase means another $94 in municipal taxes and levies. That’s based on a tax hike of just under three per cent for municipal purposes, which includes increases for parks, for general city purposes and for an infrastructure fund, in which money is stashed away to pay later for roads and sewer line repairs. See Taxes, 4

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tion, but has committed $160,000 for new outreach workers without a competitive bid process. Zubek noted that a body of local doctors known as the Maple Ridge Division of Family Practice has a Share Care Team and hired a nurse practitioner to offer health care services to the homeless and mentally ill from an office at the Salvation Army. Zubek mentors the nurse, meeting with her twice a month and helping to deal with issues as they arise. Other doctors with the divi-

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A decade of the farmer’s market By Phil M elnyc h u k pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com

he long-term goal for the Haney Farmer’s Market is to ensure the event lives up to its name.

“We’re almost there,” says Eilleen Dwillies, executive-director of the Haney Farmers Market Society. ‘There,’ is attaining an 80-20 ratio of farmers and food producers to arts and crafts vendors so that fresh food is in abundance at the downtown market, held every Saturday morning from May to October. Dwillies says the number of farmers selling their produce varies from week to week, depending what’s around to sell. On the May long weekend, for instance, only eight farmers were booked in. But then the crops start growing and harvesting happens and there is an abundance of fresh, local food for local families. “In the hot days of summer, we do get more.” For instance, during the following Saturday, 15 local farms were scheduled. “Certainly better than we had 10 years ago,” said Dwillies. The Haney Farmers Market is marking a full decade in Memorial Peace Park in downtown Maple Ridge, after opening for the first full growing season in 2005. The market is still looking for more farmers, particularly those who fall under the old definition of “mixed farming,” operations of between one and five acres that produce a variety of crops. Wild Fresh Seafoods and Stapleton Sausage are now on site, but Dwillies would like to see a meat vendor. Dwillies says being able to sell their smaller quantities locally allows those smaller farm operations to survive. “We have a number of farmers who are succeeding and living comfortably due to farmers’ markets as they do not have enough quantity to sell to large grocery operations.” Never Say Die Farms in Pitt Meadows is one of those operations. Selling their range of produce at farm markets in Maple Ridge, Port Coquitlam and Coquitlam keeps the farm viable.

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“We are known for our Russian garlic,” said Se Laan. “No comparison to other garlics.” Her farm has been there since the market first opened for half a season in 2004. She likes the friendlier, intimate nature of the market, where buyers and sellers kibbutz and enjoy the morning. “It’s a good market,” she adds. New last year was the ability to buy and sample wine and beer. As a result, Damali Lavender and Winery, Maan Estate Winery, Township 7 Vineyard, Dragon Mist Vodka and Campbell’s Gold Honey and Meadery are now on

Farm to glass • Having local wine and beer producers sell in farmer markets is called the “farm to glass” movement, according to the B.C. government. It says that B.C. now has 299 grape, fruit and other wineries, 109 breweries and 46 distilleries. Ninety local liquor producers have applied to sell at farmers markets. • Developing a local food market is part of the Agrifoods Strategy, part of the B.C.

site. That attracts a new set of customers who are not just set on getting the best beets. Add in music and places to sit and drink coffee and Maple Ridge’s downtown is transformed to another world for the Saturday mornings, when a total of about 65 vendors now show up. “It keeps the downtown lively on a Saturday,” says Dwillies. The usual attendance of about 2,000 people jumped to 2,600 on the May 9 market, Dwillies said. “What I hear is … our vendors are so friendly to everybody. We are a happy market.”

The Haney Farmer’s Market also features live music and demonstrations by the Society for Creative Anachronism.

Jobs Plan, to lead to agrifoods $14-billion in sales in 2017. • For Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick, “A trip to the market is so much more than just veggies these days. Not only are farmers’ markets social events, they’re one-stop shops for everything from locally raised meat and locally processed cheese to honey, baked goods, and B.C. liquor products - and I encourage you to visit your local farmers’ market this season.”

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Maple Ridge council approved last week contracts to hire four outreach workers for six months as the city tries to deal with homelessness. One contract is with Alouette Addiction Services for $74,800 for two street outreach workers. Each will work 30 hours a week. With benefits included, cost to the city will be $40 per hour for each worker.

According to a staff report, Alouette Addictions is the main agency providing street outreach addiction services in Maple Ridge. Recreation general manager Kelly Swift said the workers will be trained, then get on to the street within a few weeks. They’ll also work with other outreach workers. As well, each worker will cost the city about $283 a month for cellphone and technology expenses, while auto and insurance expenses will be another $258 a month. Services provided by two more street outreach workers, from

the Canadian Mental Health Association, will be cheaper – $71,315 total. That agency will provide two outreach workers for six months for $44,284 each. They’ll work 37.5 hours a week, at $24 and hour, plus $8 more an hour for benefits. Car allowance will be about $250 a month. Maple Ridge Mayor Nicole Read said the city is working directly with B.C. Housing and is trying to set up a network of non-profit societies to provide different types of housing. She said the city is also working with the Alouette Home Start Society,

which runs the supportive housing project Alouette Heights. “Ultimately, this community needs a housing strategy. We have the Housing Action Plan, we need to start executing. We can’t waste any time,” Read said. She’s had several meetings with homeless people and said there are many needs among those living on the street. Many just need their own place that they don’t have to share with roommates or others who can lead them back into the drug world, she said. “They need some space to think.”

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Increases to water and sewer utilities of five and four per cent, respectively, bring the overall jump for municipal purposes up to 3.5 per cent. That means residents will pay $2,772 in municipal taxes, with regional charges such as that for TransLink added on to that. That will push up the entire tax bill for that $400,000 home

to $3,205. Similar property tax increases are projected for Maple Ridge for the next four years. However, the new council, elected in November 2014, is currently updating its long-range plans and that could affect numbers in the city’s five-year plan. A staff report notes that the plan has had to be tweaked since December because of a

downfall in construction. That resulted in a one-per-cent increase in property tax revenue, half what was expected. Budgets have been trimmed accordingly. One of the major projects for this year is rebuilding Lougheed Highway from 224th to 227th streets, the final phase in the downtown improvement project.

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Voter interest The number of people who have already voted in the plebiscite on the proposal to boost the sales tax by 0.5 per cent to pay for transit expansion is very heartening. As of last week, Elections B.C. had received and screened 616,519 Metro Vancouver transit referendum ballots from 39.5 per cent of registered voters. That is about 10 per cent above the average number who voted in the 2014 municipal elections. Why is there such interest in voting on this plebiscite? For one thing, it’s much easier to take part. All voters have to do is fill out the ballot and mail it back to Elections B.C. If they want to drop the completed ballots by a Elections B.C. storefront, they can do that instead. Second, there is only one decision to make. This is very different from the municipal ballot, where voters are asked to choose one candidate for mayor, and from a host of others for council. So it is much easier to make a decision. Third, there is strong public interest in this question. TransLink service affects many people — it offers bus and SkyTrain service to residents, and helps pay for road maintenance. It also operates the tolled Golden Ears and free Pattullo bridges. Paying more sales tax to help fund the service is controversial. While many people in Vancouver, where transit service is good, are all for paying a bit more to add services (including a new subway line under Broadway, which accounts for almost onethird of the amount to be raised by the tax increase), most people in the eastern suburbs will gain little in the way of new services. This is a concern. Ballots must be in the hands of Elections B.C. by 8 p.m. on Friday, May 29. The participation rate indicates that many people are very interested in casting ballots on this question. If you haven’t voted yet, do so soon.

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Sacrificing farmland for climate VICTORIA – It was 2008 when word first surfaced that B.C. farmland was being bought up to grow trees as a European carbon offset. Reckitt Benckiser Inc., a British-based global manufacturer of household products B.C. Views such as Lysol spray Tom Fletcher and Calgon laundry soap, bought 1,500 hectares east of Vanderhoof and planted aspen. For comparison, that’s about the size of downtown Vancouver from 16th and Oak to Stanley Park. Since tree growing is permitted in the Agricultural Land Reserve, a use intended for fruit, ornamental or nursery trees, no permission was needed. And to meet the carbon offset rules of the UN’s International Panel on Climate Change, a 100-year restrictive covenant against harvesting trees was issued by B.C.’s land titles office. Goodbye farmland. After that deal, the B.C. government changed legislation in 2011 to require permission from the Agricultural Land Commission to make these covenants valid. Agriculture Minister Norm Letnick says he is waiting for that process to be tested. It likely will be soon. Reckitt has bought another 7,000 hectares of cleared farmland from Prince George down through the Cariboo to Quesnel. NDP agriculture critic Lana Popham has been tracking these acquisitions, and she says there are more

deals in the works. Last fall, the Bulkley Nechako Regional District wrote to Victoria Wood, Reckitt Benckiser’s “global head of sustainability,” telling her that “the planting of trees on centrally located and productive agricultural lands is not appropriate” and would weaken local farm economies. Wood responded that the RB Trees project targets only “marginally productive” land such as pasture, abandoned farms or those that have been up for sale for long periods. Former Cariboo North MLA Bob Simpson raised the issue in the legislature in 2008, noting that Crown land near Vanderhoof had been sold for farming, bought by a numbered company and then “flipped” for around $1 million to RB Trees. Now mayor of Quesnel, Simpson takes issue with the company’s claims with his usual shyness. “It’s bull----,” he told me. “This isn’t marginal land.” He said it includes prime alfalfa fields and historical ranch and forage crop lands. In one case, neighbours found out about the new use when they saw a helicopter spraying herbicide to prepare the area for tree seedlings. In the Cariboo as in other rural B.C. areas, aging farmers want to retire and young people keen to work seven days a week are in short supply. So naturally there is pressure to sell. Perhaps Letnick is right, and the ALC will stop productive farmland from being turned back into forest. While we’re

waiting for that, here are a couple of other questions. What happens when these forests burn? The first big forest fire of 2015 grew out of control near Prince George last week. And since aspen doesn’t last 100 years, what is its real carbon offset value? How’s that European carbon trading market doing? It’s a mess, with the cost of emitting a tonne of carbon dioxide fallen far below what’s needed to be effective, and Interpol investigating various schemes to game the system.

Finally, does anyone really think that returning B.C.’s scarce farmland to forest is a good way to change the weather? Remember B.C.’s own Pacific Carbon Trust? This Gordon Campbell brainchild to sell carbon offsets was quietly greenhouse gassed after the Auditor General revealed its first two big projects were of questionable value to say the least. Finally, does anyone really think that returning B.C.’s scarce farmland to forest is a good way to change the weather? Would it offset the loss of local production and trucking in farm produce from elsewhere? And where are B.C.’s tireless food security advocates on this dubious scheme? Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.

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Not listening Editor, The News: The feedback from the majority of residents is they do not want an off-leash dog area in Westview Park. So what happened at last week’s council meeting? Our voices were not heard. The people who live in the neighbourhood say no. Instead, people who are not residents of the neighbourhood are forcing the dog park upon us, albeit a six-month trial to garner feedback, which they have already received. It’s bad enough we have homeless people who live in the park. We have drug dealers in the park and the high school kids utilize the park as a smoke pit. The plus side? The area is heavily in use already with tons of children playing sports on nearby fields, and wee little ones playing on the playground and at the bike park. The high school and elementary school use the park as part of their outdoor recreation programs. Not to mention that kids cut through the park to go to and from school. Current bylaw signs everywhere state to leash and clean up after your dog, but the rules are not being enforced. Maybe these new signs enforcing rules for the unwanted dog park will generate enough revenue to replace the tax dollars that are currently being wasted. Perhaps they can also pay for the mess that will be left behind and ideally, permit parking for the residents, considering there is no available parking as it stands. Juliana Plesner Maple Ridge

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of schools that have no room, such as Albion elementary, do not have the option of walking to their local school and are forced to attend other schools that are not within walking distance and are not served by TransLink. In many of these situations, homes were built and bought with the promise that a school would soon be built, but the reality is that the nearby school has no room. • Local government allows developers to build in areas where the local catchment area schools are located – the great answer to this was to widen the catchment areas so, guess what? The catchment school that is taking students is not local anymore and is not within walking distance. I don’t have all the answers to this problem, but I would like to think the following options could at least be considered. For every house a developer builds in an area where schools are full, have the developer donate a specific amount to the school board to assist with transportation issues. Local government should stop allowing development in areas where schools are full until a new school is built or until school busing services are restored. The provincial government should recognize all school districts are not the same and provide help with transportation funding in rural areas. TransLink should also look at the issues

faced by school-age children and consider adding buses during school start and end times. Parents who have no option but to use the school bus services should continue to pay a fee each year – this year I paid $400 for my children to ride the bus and was happy to do so. Anita Brierley Maple Ridge

Small fee Editor, The News: Re: Cancelling buses is shortsighted (Letters, May 13). It is not necessary for any school district to provide bus service to students. The cost is approximately $1,091 a year per student to transport them. The small fee that was charged this year is nothing compared to the actual cost. To say that it is shortsighted and irresponsible, I have to disagree. The board has tough decisions to make every year with what the government dictates to them. This year was busing. Last year it was staff. What does next year bring? We need to take a stand against the province as it continues to underfund public education. Kim Plumridge Maple Ridge

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vincial Learning Network (PLNet), offering a secure, high-speed connection. A new cost is coming to School District No. 42 chair VFKRRO GLVWULFWV RIĂ RDGHG Mike Murray acknowledges from the province, and it that the so-called New Genwill hit the Maple Ridge-Pitt erations Network is needed, Meadows School District for but the annual funding for the some $475,000. system will cut into the fundA new province-wide Inter- ing available to the board. net access service for schools â&#x20AC;&#x153;The bottom line is that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s will replace the former Pro- an additional cost that is be-

ing put on school boards,â&#x20AC;? said Murray, who learned about the latest hit to the budget just last week. The board has cut $8 million and 70 positions from its past two budgets, and was just ordered by the province WR Ă&#x20AC;QG PLOOLRQ LQ DGministrative savings over the next two years. The district will eliminate

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Nobody else was even allowed to submit proposals,â&#x20AC;? she said. The budget also includes $25,000 for security, but the services of bylaws and RCMP should already be included in the budget, Zubek added. She said the city was not inWHUHVWHG LQ IDFW Ă&#x20AC;QGLQJ â&#x20AC;&#x153;Why would they not ask for expertise? They had a preset agenda,â&#x20AC;? Zubek said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And what we had to say did not meet their agenda.â&#x20AC;? She predicts the city will detain people with mental health and addiction issues, offering them treatment and getting them off the street temporarily. But she said proper housing must be the Ă&#x20AC;UVW SULRULW\ â&#x20AC;&#x153;At the end [of treatment], they have no place to go and live. The risk of relapse and addition is incredibly high. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go in there and do a clean sweep, and in six months make addiction and mental health issues go away,â&#x20AC;? said Zubek. She said people in the homeless camp on Cliff Ave. are â&#x20AC;&#x153;legitimately suspiciousâ&#x20AC;? of the new outreach workers, and would prefer to deal with the people who have been supporting them, and with whom they have built trust. Mayor Nicole Read defended councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s actions so far, and said she too has made numerous visits to the camp on Cliff $YH DQG LV RQ D Ă&#x20AC;UVW QDPH basis with at least three of the women there. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tracy, Linda, Anita â&#x20AC;&#x201C; theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve EHHQ VKXIĂ HG DURXQG VR ORQJ â&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are meeting with them. They are a powerful voice in the conversation.â&#x20AC;? Council is also consulting ZLWK H[SHUWV LQ WKH Ă&#x20AC;HOG 5HDG said, and agrees with the assertion that housing must be a priority. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a whole housing conversation going on in the background.â&#x20AC;? That includes meeting with the provincial housing agency last week.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve brought B.C. Housing to the table,â&#x20AC;? said Read. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They like what weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing.â&#x20AC;? She said there is no housing

people who have successfully completed addiction treatment, and are at risk of homelessness. Although people are supposed to be there for a limited duration, then move on to affordable rental properties, 23 have been staying there since it opened in July 2012, said the mayor. The lack of affordable housing, the reasons that homeless people camp rather than use the Salvation Army shelter, and the demand for low barrier supportive housing for people coming right out of a homeless camp are all key issues the city is dealing with, said Read. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have a shelter, but right nearby we have a camp, so

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Referendum nears 40 per cent Elections B.C. has now received and screened 616,519 Metro Vancouver transit referendum ballots from 39.5 per cent of registered voters. The breakdown of returned ballots shows the count has now surpassed November’s municipal election turnout in every municipality of the region. Spokesman Don Main said Elections B.C. has caught up in processing incoming ballots and no longer has a significant backlog to work through. The latest numbers come as a final push is on by both the Yes and No camps in the Metro Vancouver transit plebiscite to ensure every voter gets a ballot. Some residents may not have received ballot packages because they misplaced or lost them or they receive one for other reasons, such as an address change. Midnight on Friday was the deadline to ask Elections B.C. for a new one. There are nine Elections B.C. plebiscite offices in Metro Vancouver where voting can also be done on the spot. For locations and hours see http:// www.elections.bc.ca/ plebiscite/where.html.

In accordance with Section 124(3) of the Community Charter, the Council of the City of Maple Ridge gives notice of its intention to further amend the Maple Ridge Council Procedures Bylaw 6472-2007. Maple Ridge Council Procedure Amending Bylaw No. 7149-2015 proposes to remove the moment of reflection, the Mayor’s report and the Councillors’ reports from Section 31 - Order of Proceedings and to remove Part 19 - Moment of Reflection. Final consideration of this bylaw will be given at the May 26, 2015 Council meeting. The public is invited to make their comments known to Council by making a written submission to the attention of the Manager of Legislative Services, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6A9 or by sending an email to clerks@mapleridge.ca by 4:00 pm, May 26, 2015.

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from the current zones to a distance-based pricing system. As for the system’s technical performance, Brennan said progress has been made by the U.S. contractor, Cubic Transportation Systems. “It’s more reliable, the tap speed is faster, it’s more accurate and more reliable than where we were,” she said. Starting June 8, Compass cards will be handed out to 7,500 West Coast Express passengers and they will be the first actual revenue customers to start using the Compass website to manage their account and load and reload stored value online. Brennan called that a significant milestone. By the end of summer all 130,000 students from 10 universities or post-secondary schools who now use paper UPasses will be on Compass as well, in addition to the 85,000 cards already in use by B.C. bus pass holders and TransLink employees. Brennan said TransLink remains committed to a careful “phased approach versus a big bang” rollout of Compass. There has been no further increase in the $194-million budget for the smart card and fare gates program, which was originally estimated at $170 million.

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makes the most sense would be to go to a single zone on an interim basis on the bus during peak periods,” Brennan said. “That’s looking like the simplest option that would make it simplest for our customers as well. So that’s the one that we are exploring.” In any event, it’s not clear how TransLink would have been able to stop bus passengers on two- or three-zone routes from tapping the exit validator early on their trip and paying only one zone anyway. TransLink officials weren’t able to provide an estimate of how much extra-zone revenue might be lost as a result. But it would presumably mean a transit price break for passengers on multi-zone routes, such as buses between South Surrey and the Canada Line or the 555 from north Langley over the Port Mann Bridge to the Millennium Line. A trip downtown for those riders might drop from the three-zone cost of $5.50 to $4 for two zones. Optional bus tap outs would erode one of the prime benefits expected from the Compass system – accurate details on the start and end of each trip so TransLink planners can more precisely match route service levels with demand and ultimately shift

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Grumpy cats deserve loving homes just like others B y M a g d a l e n a R o m a n ow

any people have heard of “Grumpy Cat,” or watched YouTube and read the diary of the sad cat. Cats are often portrayed as slightly less than friendly creatures who live life on their own terms. Felines are seen by many as independent, aloof, some even suggest they have no personality. Obviously, those people have never owned a cat. The truth is that cats have more personality than you can imagine, and some of them can be quite unpredictable. Cats are very sensitive to their environment and it influences their personality in later years. We have many cats who were abandoned due to behavioural issues. Unfortunately, for the most part, the behavioural issues are the result of initial feline/human interaction that was negative. Cats that have been abused become weary of humans. They don’t forgive and forget

like their canine counterparts, who will often accept negative attention over no attention at all. An abused cat will lash out in defense, and this reaction will likely carry over to a new home. This is not to say that they cannot be rehabilitated, but it takes a lot of time and patience. Cats that have been abandoned by their owners on the streets can quickly revert to a feral state. For example, a female cat left on the streets will eventually come around in a new home. But if she has kittens and they are not socialized within the first few weeks, they remain in a feral or semi-feral state. These cats can be very shy and aggressive if approached inappropriately. Then we have the over stimulated cat. These cats are friendly and loving, but will swat if your attention becomes too much for them to handle. They don’t mean to be aggressive, but the over stimulation pushes them over their limit. Similarly, there are cats who will allow two or three pets

and then attack you. We actually have cats who are known for the exact number of pets they will allow before their paw strikes your hand. Finally, we have the diva cats (usually female) who don’t accept anything less than exactly what they want. They too can show aggression to humans and other animals. Few of them were born this way. This negative and aggressive behavior is the result of improper interaction with humans in the formative months after birth. A bad home experience, a bad human experience, a bad experience with other animals stays with a cat. Some come around fully, some don’t. A kitten raised properly in a loving home will be an affectionate companion, who will never raise its paw to you. These grumpy cats deserve loving homes just like any other feline. They are broken because of humans, and only humans can put the pieces back together. It won’t

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Members of the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows school board said they have had a good response to their online facilities review questionnaire, with some 600 responses already. The survey asks parents what factors are important to them in choosing a school, how far they are willing to travel for choice programs, and what choice programs should be offered the district. The most asked-for choice programs were a fine arts academy (46 per cent), secondary environmental education (33 per cent), horticultural trades (29 per cent) and an International Baccalaureate program for age 11-16 students (28 per cent). Only 16 per cent of respondents said they are already satisfied with the choices offered by the school district.

About 73 per cent of the surveys were filled out by parents, and 25 per cent by district employees. The online survey closes May 25 at 4 p.m. The next step will be two open houses on June 8 and June 10 to consult with the public.

In the movies School District 42 will be asking for higher rent when motion picture production companies want to shoot at schools in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. The City of Maple Ridge offers a film liaison service that aims to provide production companies a “one-stop shop” for all their location scouting, permits and licences. The school district is leveraging this service when advertising school properties to the movie industry.

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District staff found rental rates here were significantly lower than other Lower Mainland school districts, and raised them from $1,200 per day to $2,000 per day for interiors and $1,650 for exteriors. There are also fees of $1,100 per day for prep days, and $400 for parking. The board approved the higher rents, and that 20 per cent of the net rental revenue for filming in school will be shared with host schools.

More rent The board has put off the review of the effects of its dramatic increases in rental rates for gymnasiums and other facilities to community groups and sports teams. Secretary treasurer Flavia Coughlan said

the review is due, but will be done in January of 2016. Teacher job action at the end of the last school year and beginning of this year interrupted the leases of some user groups, so a true comparison can not be made. The district is contacting all previous tenants who are no longer leasing school space, and offering it back to them. Some are coming back on board, noted Coughlan. When rental rates increased from subsidized to cost-recovery rates, many users left, and some appealed to the board to have the rates lower. The West Coast Football Club, for example, saw its gym rental rates rise from $5 per hour to $33.75 per hour, and many teams moved outdoors for practices.

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Actor takes advantage of opportunities Dakota Daulby earns two Leo nominations B y T i m Fi t z g e r a l d tim.fitzgerald@mapleridgenews.com

aple Ridge’s Dakota Daulby knows all to well you have to take advantage of every opportunity given. The actor from Maple Ridge used an audition for a small part in the movie Black Fly to make his impression on the director. So much so, he ended up securing the lead role in the movie. Now Daulby has been nominated for two Leo awards, announced on May 11. The Leo’s honour excellence in B.C. film and television, and will be handed out over three nights on June 6, 13 and 14. Daulby, 20, earned the nod for best lead actor for his roles in the feature film Black Fly, as well as for best lead in the short film Roar. Black Fly, a thriller that centers

on a pair of estranged brothers who reunite on an isolated island years after their father died in a hunting accident and their mother committed suicide, was nominated for 10 awards in total. Daulby said the road to landing the lead role in the film was not the typical path most actors take. “It’s kind of interesting because at first I was auditioning for a minor character and wasn’t that excited,” said Daulby. But he quickly shook off his negative vibe thanks to the advice of one of his first theatrical teachers at New Image College of Fine Arts in Vancouver, two-time Gemini award winner, Phillip Granger. “I remember him telling me when I was very young and first starting out that it’s never about the size of the character’s role, but it’s what you put into that character,” Daulby recalled. “Some of the best roles and some of the performances have been done by actors that are only in the film for five

or six minutes. You can do a lot with very little. It’s not about how many words you have on the page or lines you have. You get out of it what you put into it.” So he went into the audition for Black Fly and made a conscience decision to take a risk with the character he hoped to portray. It paid off. A few days later he was back in the audition room trying out for the lead. The next thing he knew he was on set, landing the top role. “I decided to do something different from the typical actor,” he explained. “ I have no interest in playing your typical character types. It’s not what interests me. I want to do something that’s risky, and that can be scary sometimes. But that’s what makes it interesting for me and for the director.” Daulby’s fellow best lead actor nominee and Black Fly costar, Matthew MacCaull, was also nominated in the same category as Daulby for Roar.

“I couldn’t help but laugh when I learned that Matt and I were nominated together in both categories,” Daulby said from his Maple Ridge home. “We went through this crazy and exhilarating experience that was Black Fly, and then onto Roar immediately afterwards. It seems only natural for us to cap it all off and go mano a mano at the Leos.” The young actor said he feels so honored to be chosen as part of such an illustrious group. “We all put a lot of heart and soul into Black Fly,” he said. “I’m so excited to see our fantastic cast and crew’s efforts being recognized with 10 nominations.” Black Fly, which was also nominated for best motion picture, was written and directed by fellow Leo award nominee Jason Bourque. The film is currently on Superchannel and is also at Cannes, where it is being shown to potential distributors. Roar, nominated for best short

drama, was directed by Stuart Langfield and Dylan Rekert, who are also up for Leo. The short film that explores the relationship between two brothers who are brought together to fulfill their grandfather’s final wishes. While Daulby is looking forward to walking the red carpet on award night, like any actor, life is always about the next project. He just wrapped up a TV movie called Pretty Little Addict, directed by Monika Mitchell, and has been working on a web series with a company called New Image Entertainment. He said with the growing trend of digital movie production and the ability to market products without having the traditional big name production company, it’s important to be as dynamic as possible. “I was able to write several episodes, as well as produce and got the chance to direct one, which is fantastic because it’s something I want to get into,” he said.

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t’s a long way to the top for student’s of Samuel Robertson Technical School of Rock program, but with a little help from some friends in Vancouver, the kids appear to be alright. Students of the musical class in Maple Ridge were given a first-hand look at what it takes to record their music thanks in part to a visit Friday by Nimbus School of Recording and Media, based out of Vancouver. Rob Stefanson of Nimbus said it’s important for students to be able to get a clearer understanding of what a career in the music industry looks like. He said the days of bands simply plugging in and playing are long gone. Artists today have to understand much more

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Kate Carruthers of SRT’s School of Rock program lays down some vocals with her bandmates during a recording session on Friday. than just which note to play. He said everything from marketing to engineering comes into play with so many young up and coming artists. “There’s an advantage to having so much technology at your finger-

tips,” said Stefanson, a veteran of 15 years in the music industry. “Bands can record and mix their own music, and with the advent of social media, connect with their fans like never before.” He said students now have the opportunity

not only to improve on their music skills at post secondary schools, but enhance their business acumen in a complex industry. For SRT School of Rock

teacher Allard Ludwig, the chance to bring in Nimbus coincides with his desire to expand the program. “That’s been my vision,” said Ludwig, who is in his first year overseeing the program. “The program is quite strong, but I want to expand on the technical side.” This year the class is made up of six different bands. All are working on perfecting their sound, which will culminate with a performance at the ACT on June 22. “It’s grown from and after school program to becoming a huge part of the school’s culture,” Ludwig added. He said exposing the students to the finer art of actually what goes into making and recording music will only strengthen the program. Nimbus’ head audio engineer Dean Marher, who has worked with such acts as AC/DC, the Tragically Hip and

R.E.M., was also on hand. He set up shop just outside the classroom doors in Nimbus’ newest mobile recording studio. For the students, the chance to hear their work professionally mixed was a rare glimpse into the other side of the music industry. Logan Mahaffey plays lead guitar in one of the class bands. Drawing on influences like Noel Gallagher of Oasis, Blink 182, and John Mayer, he said he also loves classic rock of guitar god Jimi Hendrix. While the five-member group may be struggling to come of up with a band name that sticks, the guitarist knows the chance to hear themselves professionally recorded is rare. “This is a really great opportunity that doesn’t come along very often,” he said. “I appreciate the chance to hear about the other side of the business.”

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Track star on to NCAA Reid Muller awarded $100,000 scholarship By Neil Corbett sports@mapleridgenews.com

eid Muller got it all. His first goal was a track and field scholarship, second to compete for an NCAA first division school, and third to be on the West Coast, where he could run against the likes of prestigious track teams Oregon, UCLA and Stanford. And last week the Pitt Meadows track star got exactly what he wanted as he signed a track scholarship worth $100,000 with Washington State University in Pullman, to cover his full out-ofstate tuition and all school fees. It was the realization of a dream that he has thought about since Grade 8, when he saw one of his track coaches head to the U.S. as a track star on scholarship. It was a great week – the Pitt Meadows Marauder also took silver medals in both the 1,500m and 800m events at the Fraser Valley Championships in Abbotsford. Muller took second at the provincial championships in both

of his events last year as a Grade 11, and he’ll be in the hunt for gold at the B.C. High School Track and Field Championships on June 4-6 in Langley. His high school track coach, Lance Kraus, said Muller has a rare passion for running. “I knew in Grade 8 he’d get something,” said Kraus, who has known the kid for a long time – he taught Muller in Grade 4 at Pitt Meadows elementary. “He’s a natural talent for sure, and does a lot of hard, hard work.” Kraus said Muller trains with different groups, in different styles, and can get a lot out of even a short workout session because of the intensity he brings. Muller wasn’t walking long before he started running. It’s in the family. His father Eric and mother Lorie, known locally for their Athletes in Kind charity run, have been competitive runners and also run the Sole Experience Running Company. They have given their son a true love of the sport. “I do really enjoy the training,” said Reid. “It’s not a chore to have to get up on Saturday morning to train.” Reid credits his father for giv-

ing him the mindset a runner needs. “Dad helps me more with the mental aspects of racing.” And he credits his club track coach Andrew Lenton, who has been his pri ncipal coach for the past four years. “He’s an awesome coach, for his dedication to me as an athlete.” As a student, he gets As and Bs, and will take his sports acumen into the study of kinesiology, and is interested in sports medicine. He’s looking forward to running the in NCAA for the Washington State Cougars. It’s a big stage, as their college track meets bring thousands of fans. “The atmosphere for track is so much greater there,” he said. They are trying to rebuild their track team, and Muller will be joining another local track standout in Nathan Wadhwani, who was also recruited by the Cougars. Kraus expects Muller to continue his development, with the potential to become a college track star. “If he gets the right coaching, and works hard on his speed, he’s got another level to him.”

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Reid Muller competes in the Fraser Valley Track and Field championships last week.

Ramblers get back on track, girls win Valleys By Neil Corbett Sports@mapleridgnews.com

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Ramblers high jumper Daniel Group leaps at the Fraser Valley championships.

The Maple Ridge Ramblers won both the junior and senior girls team banners at the Fraser Valley Track and Field Championships, which were held last week in Abbotsford. “Our girls did really, really well,” said team coach Ken Elphick, noting that the school hasn’t won a banner at the event since the 1990s. “It was a year to build on, for sure. In the next few years we could take a run at a B.C. championship.” More than 30 individual athletes from the school will move on to the provincial championships, scheduled for June 4-6 in Langley. The Fraser Valleys is considered the

toughest meet outside of the provincials, said Elphick. “So the kids who medalled at the Frasers will have a chance to medal at the B.C.s.” There are about 80 athletes on the team, and 44 qualified for the Fraser Valleys. Even in the heyday of the program, there were never so many Ramblers at the Valleys, said Elphick. The numbers are great, but there is also impressive talent. Kate Meredith set a new meet record in the junior girls shot put, at 11.43m, even though she had only practiced her technique about half a dozen times. “She’s got a huge upside if she decides to really sink her teeth into track and field,” said the coach.

He said Mikhaela Tinkham was impressive running a tough triple – the 800m, 1500m and the 3,000m, and finished second, second and fifth respectively. Elphick also said the school is enjoying a great relationship with the Golden Ears track team, and the athletes are getting top-notch coaching. There were more great results from athletes in the Maple RidgePitt Meadows school district on the final day of he Fraser Valley Track and Field championships, Thursday in Abbotsford: • Natalie Rycroft of MRSS won the senior girls high jump. • Abisayo Ajibike of MRSS won the senior girls 200m. See Track, 19

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Kathleen Louise Warwick (nee Gill) age 96, passed away in Maple Ridge on April 30, 2015. She will be dearly missed and is survived by her daughter Penny Wolstenholme and her nephews Tony Gill (Donna), Les Gill (Ardath) and Wayne Gill (Lynn) as well as cousins in Vancouver and California. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Ridge Meadows Hospital and McKenney Creek Hospice for their care. There will be a Celebration

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MCKEAN, Albert Fergus Albert, the love of Colleen’s life, passed to the happy training grounds on May 10, 2015. Survived by his children Wayne, Donna (Guy), Ron, Grant (Cathy), and Tara; Many grandchildren and greatgrandchildren; Sisters Gerry and Jeanette; Predeceased by his 1st wife Doreen Foster, brother Brian and sister Georgette. Al spent many years in the logging industry, then went on to own Haney Iron Works until his retirement. Al was an avid field trial competitor and was willing to share his wealth of knowledge with fellow trainers. Many friends have enjoyed coffee and conversation around the big table at Al and Colleen’s, and will dearly miss this morning ritual. Atunak and Rascal are in the holding blind waiting to be called to line. Celebration of Life Saturday May 23rd 1-4pm Meadow Gardens Golf Course 19675 Lougheed Hwy Pitt Meadows

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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! Indemand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your workat-home career today!

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Van Kamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee beneďŹ ts package. To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted.

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

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EDUCATION

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

Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily

LICENSED LOG SCALER REQUIRED. A well-established whole log chipping facility located in beautiful Kamloops, BC requires a full time certified log scaler to complement our log yard staff. We offer competitive wages and a benefits package. Applicants applying for this Position must have a Scalerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Licence. Please email your resume to rcf2007@telus.net or fax to 250374-9506.

AUJLASâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; FARMS LTD FARM LABOURERS required 5 or 6 Days/Week 40 or 50 Hours/Week $10.49/Hour Horticultural work such as: Planting, pruning, spacing and harvesting the crop. Employment starts early June /15 Submit your application to: Phone: 604-465-8153 or by Fax:604-465-9340 or by mail:12554 Woolridge Rd., Pitt Meadows, B.C. V3Y 1Z1

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 donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

Multi-Media Journalist The award-winning Chilliwack Progress has an opening for a temporary multi-media journalist. The successful candidate for this four-day-a-week maternity leave position will have diverse writing capabilities, including experience writing hard news. Photography and video skills will be key attributes, as well as excellent time management. An ideal applicant will have a strong grasp of social media best practices (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), a passion for online journalism, and an understanding of how to tailor content accordingly. We are looking for someone who will be a key contributor to the core print product, while bringing creativity and innovation to our web-based branding.

The successful candidate will show keen attention to detail, work well under deadline pressures, and be willing to learn in a fast-paced environment. The Chilliwack Progress is part of Black Press, Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest private, independent newspaper company, with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii. Those interested should email a resume, writing samples and a cover letter to: editor@theprogress.com Deadline for applications is May 31, 2015. Thank you to all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please. The Chilliwack

Progress 05/15W_CP13

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

NO JOB TOO SMALL Serving Lower Mainland 25 Years! *Prepare *Form *Place *Finish *Granite & Interlocking Block Walls *Stairs *Driveways *Exposed Aggregate *Stamped Concrete. *Interlocking Bricks *Sod Placement EXCELLENT REFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S -WCB Insured

15% SENIORS DISCOUNT A+ Rating with BB Bureau

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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

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

Brad 778-552-3900

DRYWALL

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

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ELECTRICAL

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

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GARDENING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Top Line Projects Ltd.

.cuttingedge 604-466-9514

Established 1994

Prompt Delivery Available

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7 Days / Week

CLEANING SERVICES

Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd.

HOUSEKEEPER AVAIL NOW. Taking new clients. Great Refs. Call anytime 1-604-302-9291

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CONCRETE & PLACING

(604)465-1311

meadowslandscapesupply.com

DESIGN

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

.Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).

JOB SEARCH - MADE EASY

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HELP WANTED

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Earn Extra Cash!

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

Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows NEWS

Available routes in Maple Ridge 40000024 - 108 Ave, 108 Loop, Tamarack Lane 40000065 - 105 Ave, 105A Ave, 243 St, 244 St, Baker Pl, McClure Dr. 40000067 - 104 Ave, 239 St, Slatford Pl, Slatford St, Zeron Ave. 40100101 - 23151 Haney Bypass (Townhouse) 40220266 - 124 Ave, 221 St, Davison St, Moody St. 40320358 - 123B Ave, 124A Ave, 124B Ave, 203 St, 204 St, 204B St. 40320370 - 123 Ave, 201 St, 202 St, 203 St, Allison St, Chatwin Ave, Davenport Dr, McIvor Ave. 40320373 - 121 Ave, Irving St, Lindsay Ave, Lindsay Pl. Makinson St. 40320384 - 124 Ave, 125 Ave, 209 St, Blanshard St, Meadow Pl. 40400442 - 138B Ave, 232 St, Silver Valley Rd

Available routes in Pitt Meadows 41011003 - 120 Ave, 120B Ave, 121 Ave, 121A Ave, 121B 41011010 - Wildwood Cres N., Wildwood Pl. 41011024 - 119 Ave, Hammond Rd (Townhouses) 41011027 - 115B Ave, 116B Ave, 195A St, Bonson Rd.

brian@mapleridgenews.com

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LANDSCAPING

ANNIEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S LANDSCAPING Fast friendly service with a smile. Offering commercial and residential landscaping and power washing. Call: 778-554-2996

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

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

GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627

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HELP WANTED

~ Free Estimates ~ 604-941-2263 / 604-725-7246

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HELP WANTED

Sales Supervisor The Peace Arch News a twice-weekly award winning community newspaper has an exciting opportunity for the position of Sales Supervisor. The successful candidate will have an active account list and will also be responsible for driving revenues, exceeding budget targets and the day-to-day operations of the sales team. This individual will have a high energy level coupled with an entrepreneurial and innovated edge. They will lead by example and strive to build a team that will be one of the best in our exciting industry. The successful candidate will have a minimum of ten years worth of proven advertising sales experience. The position offers a great work environment with a competitive salary, commissions and a benefit package. Peace Arch News is part of Black Press, Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest independent print media company with over 170 titles across Canada and The United States. Please send your resume and cover letter by May 29th to: Dwayne Weidendorf Peace Arch News, #200 - 2411 - 160th St., Surrey, BC V3S 0C8 or email to dwayne@blackpress.ca

Circulation

604.476.2740

Call Mike 604 - 306 - 4468

Edâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ROTOTILLING & LANDSCAPING

HELP WANTED

Immediate Openings:

D Home Repairs D All types of carpentry D Renovations

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

FREE ESTIMATES

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

HELP WANTED

GARDENING

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

RAMP SERVICES AGENT

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HANDYMAN CONNECTION HANDYMAN CONNECTION Handyman Connection - Bonded -Renovations - Installations Repairs - 604.878.5232

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

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CONCRETE & PLACING

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

MAPLE RIDGE (Dewdney Trunk Rd and 228 St)

Candidates should have a diploma/degree in journalism, or a related field.

FARM WORKERS

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HERFORT CONCRETE

UNIQUE CONCRETE

Knowledge of basic Photoshop, iMovie and InDesign is an asset.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

778-996-0288

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

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

PART time experienced Grader Operator reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. Fax resume to 604460-7853 or e-mail wmader@telus.net

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

TRADES, TECHNICAL

PERSONAL SERVICES

HELP WANTED

BODYMAN

TIMESHARE

HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

www.blackpress.ca

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 300

LANDSCAPING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

312 MAINTENANCE SERVICES

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 374

TREE SERVICES

REAL ESTATE

RENTALS

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299

New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $99,988. *New SRI 14’ wide $74,900. Repossessed mobile homes from $1900. www.glenbrookhomes.net

2 coats any colour

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

MANUFACTURED HOMES. MOBILE HOMES. MODULAR HOMES. NEW & USED Call Chuck at 604-830-1960 ~ your local SRI dealer ~

Pay-Less Pro Painting

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Spring EXT/INT SPECIAL

MISC SERVICES

LOOK for our YARD SIGNS .Highland Turf

S. H. LANDSCAPING TREE SERVICES Trimming W Pruning W Topping Clean-upW Garbage Removal

Gardening Flower Beds W Allan Blocks Bark Mulch W River Lava Rock

✶Dump Site Now Open✶ SBroken Concrete RocksS $25.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $25.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds

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PEST CONTROL

Got Bed Bugs? Lowest Price in Town

AFFORDABLE MOVING

Please Call

www.affordablemoversbc.com

778-323-2334

$45/Hr

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

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

604-537-4140

When QUALITY Matters

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

all soils are tested for Optimum growing requirements.

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

NO Wood byproducts used

17607 Ford Road Pitt Meadows

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

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

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

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HELP WANTED

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PLUMBING

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

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005

The Abbotsford News is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private, independent newspaper company. Those interested should submit a resume, writing and photography samples, and a cover letter to Andrew Holota, Editor at aholota@blackpress.ca Deadline for applications is May 24, 2015. All interest is appreciated, however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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

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

**With $21,500 down, monthly payment only $336.49** Call DUANE MARCUM 604-530-4111 or 604-614-8370

MacDonald Realty

3 Bdrm home on private 5 acre large rec down, double enclosed garage, lge carport, city water, some pasture, very clean.

2048 Manning Ave. Port Coquitlam

PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

551

Call Ian 604-724-6373

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CHECK CLASSIFIEDS bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

RUBBISH REMOVAL

SOUTH SURREY EXECUTIVE

Fully Furnished & Equipped or Unfurnished Based on Your Needs.

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!

741 706

604-941-5452; 604-944-7889

Multi Family Yard Sale Sat May 23, 9am ~ 2pm 12021 188A St (off Ford Rd) Lots of bargains. Custom Cult Butter BMX bike, CD’s, DVD’s, blue-ray, kids stuff, misc hshld, knick knacks. Cancelled if raining

912

BOATS

Rick Medhurst Royal LePage Realty

ROOMS FOR RENT

$75 OFF 1ST MONTH

Good Apartment Sizes Heat SH/W S Parking 1 Bedroom Available $810/mo. No Pets Ref’s & Credit check req’d MAPLE RIDGE

1 & 2 Bdrms available

Great Location

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

560

MISC. FOR SALE

STEEL BUILDINGS...”SPRING SALES WITH HOT SAVINGS!” All steel building models and sizes are now on sale. Get your building deal while it’s hot. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca.

REAL ESTATE 633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

SCREENED TOPSOIL MUSHROOM MANURE BARK MULCH 604-467-3003

2008 Nissan Quest VIN# 5N1BV28U08N110148 Registered owner: 0825353 BC LTD DBA Speedpro Signs. Debt amount as of May 20, 2015 is $4454.17

www.jonesbroscartageltd.com

TILING 1989 14x70 in Ruskin MHP. Fam./Pet ok. $39,900 w/$575pad Partial view. Chuck 604-830-1960

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TOOLS

Ask about our

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

2001 Lincoln LS VIN# 1LNHM86S21Y678536 Registered owner: Simon Alexander Jones. Debt amount as of May 20, 2015 is $2830.92

and Hydro SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

If you have a claim to these vehicles please respond in writing by June 3rd, 2015: Maple Ridge Towing (1981) Ltd, 23283 McKay Ave, Maple Ridge, B.C. V2W 1B9.

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

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT

The following vehicles will be sold, as per the Warehouse Liens Act:

Call 604-467-3944

Near Shopping & Amenities.

OFFICE/RETAIL

WANTED Red Urchin lease. Also 37’ Salmon to lease/buy/trade for C. 250-218-9947 wd95@shaw.ca

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

Includes: Heat, Hot Water

741

11’ Special edition by WALKER BAY - has side inflation, its unsinkable, new cond, trailer inc, $1800 Motor avail. 604-535-8199

Haney Motor Hotel

Queen Anne Apts.

SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.

TOOLS

MARINE

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

746

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

587

The Scrapper

604-463-3000

$840/mo & $940/mo

TILES, TILES, HARDWOOD small or big jobs call 604-880-6438 for details or visit www.futurisitictiles.com

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

OFFICE/RETAIL

Maple Ridge Ofﬁce & Retail Space

Impeccably Clean!

Please Call

373B

845

APARTMENT/CONDO

778-323-2334

TOPSOIL

2010 MADZA 3 Hatchback, 6/spd standard, 2.5 engine, loaded, 234/km’s. $5800. 604-467-3908.

Short Term or Long term! Hotel Living

* Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet

• • •

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

Call Ralph 9am-5pm 604-467-9300

Pitt Meadows

Same Day Service Lowest Price in Town Discount for MULTIPLE LOADS

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

TRANSPORTATION

RENTALS

GARAGE SALES

GARBAGE/JUNK REMOVAL

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

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

$1900/mo. Quick Possession.

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

TOWNHOUSES

604.488.9161

Purebred CAIRN TERRIER Pups Shots, dewormed. $800. House pets. 604-854-1978, 604-807-5204

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ROOM SPECIAL

blackpress.ca X abbynews.com

Quick Possession! $89,900.

Derek Manor

Candidates must have a keen interest in sports, with extensive related knowledge and background.

The position is currently temporary, up to a maximum of three months. Long-term employment potential may develop.

PETS

55+ in Central Abbotsford. 2 Bdrm condo, move right in! Super private with balcony on first floor. $277/mo incl heat, hot water, 2 storage lockers, u/g pkng, caretaker. Tons of visitor pkng, insuite laundry. RV pkng available. VERY QUIET.

GERMAN SHEPHERD-X Puppies Family raised, $400. Text or Call for pictures: 604-798-2691.

The Abbotsford News, a bi-weekly publication serving more than 45,000 homes, has an immediate opening for a temporary multi-media journalist.

You should have a diploma/degree in journalism, and/or related experience.

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CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

Great Buy - Best Deal

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

Multi-Media Journalist

The successful applicant for this entry-level position will be a team contributor to the print product, as well as online content.

PETS

FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. 604-380-2932

HELP WANTED

Practised InDesign pagination skills are mandatory, as is a clean, powerful writing style. Advanced photography and video abilities will be key attributes, along with a strong grasp of social media best practices (Twitter, Facebook, etc.). Knowledge of basic Photoshop and iMovie are important assets.

CLOSE TO TOWN CENTER

SUITES, LOWER

752

HOMES FOR RENT MAPLE RIDGE

ABBOTSFORD

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

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

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION

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

604-465-3189

45+ Abbotsford 55+ Abby, Langley, Mission, Hope Chuck 604-830-1960

Same Day Service

MOVING & STORAGE

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

750

MAPLE RIDGE 2 bdrm, 3 appli’s, h/w floor, f/p, freshly reno’d, large fenced b/yard, suit mature tenants, N/s, small pet ok. $900 +40% utils. 604-466-1183 or 604-818-0840.

333 PEST CONTROL/SERVICES

&ODVVL¿HGV 604-575-5555

Fencing & Allan Block

604.230.1634 or 604.467.3724

Scott 604-891-9967 paylesspropainting.com

$59.00 Per Ton

Lawn Care

VACANT MANUFACTURED HOME PADS AVAILABLE

.give and take tree service 778.872.8406

Serving Tri City 35 Yrs. Call 24 Hrs/7 Days

Meadows Landscape Supply

Weeding W New Turf Fertilizing W Moss Control Power Raking W Aeration Free Estimate 19 years experience in Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows

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

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL PORT COQUITLAM 775-3000sqft. Ground floor commercial space. Office / retail / service type business. Facing onto city park. 2 blks from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.

736

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

RENTALS

741

OFFICE/RETAIL

741

OFFICE/RETAIL

FOUR INDIVIDUAL OFFICES • 10’ X 8.5’ available • Includes heat, A/C & window

ONE OFFICE

• Inside with no windows 12’ x 8’ • Includes heat & A/C and hydro

ONE CORNER OFFICE

• With windows on 2 sides • Plumbed with sink and shower 10’x9.5’ • Includes heat & A/C and hydro

All offices on second floor, downtown Maple Ridge location, new and clean with one shared washroom on the floor. One year minimum lease subject to credit and criminal check.

Contact Jim at 604-476-2720

24 -- Wednesday, May 20, 2015 -- THE NEWS - www.mapleridgenews.com

Langley Farm Market PRODUCE

YELLOW NECTARINE

BC GALA APPLE

product of California ($3.70 kg)

product of BC ($1.52 kg)

PINEAPPLE product of Hawaii

2 5

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$ 68

lb.

$ 00

for

lb.

BC WHITE NUGGET BC GRAPE POTATO (NEW CROP) TOMATO product of BC ($2.18kg)

product of BC (Clamshell 10 oz.)

2MEAT4

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$ 00

BC LEEK

GREEN ONION

product of BC ($2.18 kg)

product of Mexico

for

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99 3 99 Â˘

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(Pitt Meadows only)

Beef-Blade Steak B/L (FP) $ 29 Chicken-Legs Back Attach. (FP) $ 99 Pork-Butt Steak (FP)

11.64/kg 6173....................................

lb.

4.38/kg 6352......................................

lb.

$ 99

6.58/kg 6562......................................

lb.

GROCERY Hint Essence Fizz Water

$ 59 Rising Sun Balsamic Dressing

1 Rao Pasta Sauce $ 99 Assorted 680ml ........................................................................ 7 Assorted 500ml ........................................................................

ea.

3 San Remo Grapeseed Oil $ 99 750ml ...................................................................................... 5 Assorted 354ml ........................................................................

$ 99 ea.

ea.

BAKERY

Chinese Plain Bread

400g .........................................................................................

$ 80 Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

ea.

300g .........................................................................................

$ 80 ea.

DELI Oven Roasted Turkey (100g) .............

$ 88 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Freybeâ&#x20AC;?

FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS: â&#x20AC;˘ PRODUCE STOCKER â&#x20AC;˘ MEAT CUTTER â&#x20AC;˘ CASHIER â&#x20AC;˘ GROCERY CLERK

PITT MEADOWS 12438 Harris Road

Hungarian Salami (100g) ................ Edam Cheese (100g) .......................... Prices in effect Wed, May 20 - Sun. May 24, 2015. While Quantities Last.

WE ARE HIRING

Lougheed Hwy.

$ 89 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Freybeâ&#x20AC;?

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