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Utilities: Ruskin Dam renovations are halfway done. 3

Spports: Charity game a Classic. 24

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Warning: the woods are dry By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com

A grass fire near the Malcolm Knapp UBC Research Forest on Saturday evening illustrated how dangerous the present fire conditions are. The woods are so dry, Maple Ridge fire chief Dan Spence said a fire ban could be issued soon. Higher than normal temperatures are predicted this summer across British Columbia because of a trend of warmer water in the Pacific Ocean that influences weather in the Pacific Northwest, according to Environment Canada. May was one of the driest on record, and the trend has continued in June, increasing the fire hazard. The fire Saturday was spotted near a B.C. Hydro right-of-way, in an area frequented by pedestrians. Members of the public found it, but it was soon too big for them to put out, and they dialed 911. See Fire, 5

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Direct hit Jana Roberts takes a direct hit from Fred Craner during a jousting duel at the B.C. Renaissance Festival on Friday at the Albion Fairgrounds. See story, page 21.

Frogstone owner apologizes Avoids nurse-in protest at his restaurant By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com

It may have been a tough lesson for Todd Pratt, but he learned something in the storm of social media criticism over the treatment a breastfeeding mother received at his restaurant, the Frogstone Grill. His apology came just in time to avoid a nurse-in protest at the res-

taurant, across from Telosky Stadium. Maple Ridge mother of four Brianne McNally posted on her Facebook Page on June 5: “For the first time in almost nine years and four kids, I was asked today by the manager of a restaurant to cover myself with a blanket when nursing my baby. For the reason that “this is a restaurant, and there is food around,” on a very hot day, in a restaurant without air conditioning ... put a blanket over your baby’s head while you feed her. I’d like to see that

woman eat her dinner with a blanket over her head. We will never, ever eat at the Frogstone Grill again.” The post was followed by a large number of supportive comments, such as: “Oh my! That is sickening, I am sorry you had that happen,” from Tisha Scoffins. “Our backwards society embraces breast exposure for everything but breastfeeding, the very thing God created them for,” from Kelly Ablett. “They violated your human rights,” wrote Adelaide Goldberg. “There

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According to Boyd Mason, project manager, the new gates on the dam will be twice as thick as the old ones to withstand earthquakes. Phil Melnychuk/ THE NEWS

Ruskin Dam renovations half done By Phil M elnyc h u k pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com

he odd-shaped light bulb with its twisted filament and old fashioned wiring shows the age of the 85-year-old dam.

It’s a relic from another era, before the Second World War, the Cold War, 9-11 and ISIS, and it’s been turned on, producing a warm, orange glow, since the Ruskin Dam opened in November 1930. “This thing has been turned on, to our knowledge, once,” Brian Mason told a tour of politicians and assistants last week. “That’s an urban legend,” added the manager of the $800-million refit project. It’s not certain when the light was first switched on and if it’s ever been off, he explained. But it’s a link between the old and the new in Ruskin Dam, halfway through a renovation that will see the dam strengthened to survive a one in 10,000-year-earthquake,

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Half of the new generator awaits installation. while new generators and turbines will squeeze the most electricity from every drop of water. The estimated cost of the Ruskin Dam and Powerhouse Upgrade Project is about $718 million, according to an April 2012 release from B.C. Hydro. That differs from a fall of 2011 backgrounder, which said the project will cost between $718 and $857 million.

By the time the modernization is complete, new generators and turbines will produce eight per cent more power, while the substation jangle of towers and cables will be removed from the roof of the power house to a more scenic location on the banks. The public will like one feature of the upgrade. There now will be a two-lane road on top of the dam, instead of just one, allowing easier passage back and forth. There will be space for bicycles and pedestrians, as well. Still to be installed are the new turbines, which will absorb the power of the falling water, then turn the shafts of three generators that will be partly rebuilt or new. To save about $8 million, B.C. Hydro rebuilt the rotor, or rotating part of the generators, and installed new stators, the stationary part of the generators that produce the power. Seven old piers and gates are being replaced by five larger, stronger gates, and six new piers, creating a completely new appearance of the structure. The new gates will weigh twice that of the old ones and have double the amount of steel. Mason said the new gates on the dam will be twice as thick as the old ones to withstand

earthquakes. “There’s a lot of innovation and imagination that’s gone into this facility to minimize costs.” Local suppliers and labour predominate on the project. One task that had to be done was removing crumbling concrete from the face of the spillway. That requires shutting some of the gates while the work was going on, a difficult challenge when this November heavy rains had the reservoir almost overflowing. Instead of sandblasting, high-pressure water was used to remove the old material. “It’s a giant pressure washer.” That technique is the quietest and was chosen to minimize disturbance to the residents of Ruskin. “We really like our neighbours. We don’t want to upset them,” said Mason. Rebuilt rotors will be placed into new stators. The rotation of the magnetized coils in the generators will generate enough power for 33,000 homes. Mason championed B.C. Hydro’s clean power. “You don’t see coal dust on the windows. We’re all breathing the air without choking.”

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Search team members rescue an ATV rider who fell down a 10-metre embankment and suffered broke his leg in east Maple Ridge on Saturday. The call came in at about 8 p.m., Ridge Meadows Search and Rescue leader Rick Laing said the rider was fortunate that his friends knew where he would likely be riding, and responded quickly to the call for help. He was about four

hours overdue. His friends located him, but they weren’t able to rescue the injured man due to the steep terrain. As the search team was staging on the north end of 256th Street, the friends arrived on scene with their information. He was off a B.C. Hydro access road, about 5 km from the Alouette Correctional Centre for Women. The search team stabilized the patient, who was conscious but in pain, and used a rope hauling system to get the stretcher to waiting paramedics. The accident happened at about 3:30 p.m. The rider was res-

‘Rating is high’ Fire from front

By the time firefighters got the call at 7 p.m. and arrived on scene, it had grown to about 500 square feet in size. Spence would not speculate on the cause, but said any careless use of combustibles such as a cigarette butt could set off a blaze in the current conditions. What’s more, he said, embers can cause secondary fires in these conditions. “We are getting extreme fire behaviour when we have fires.” “We’re approaching a point soon where we’ll be looking to ban outdoor fires,” said Spence. “People have to be very careful.” The fire department will monitor the humidex, the Ministry of Forests’ fire danger ratings for the area, and the weather forecast. Currently, the fire danger rating in south-

RCMP clamp down on Brown Avenue

Ridge Meadows RCMP arrested six people after searching two homes on Brown Avenue, last Wednesday. Two men and two women were arrested for breaching courtordered conditions and remain in jail while the remaining two were released pending more investigation. During the search, police found identification that had been

western B.C. is generally high, with pockets rated extreme. The rating at the UBC Research Forest is high. There is rain in the forecast for Friday. There are no campfire bans in B.C., but before lighting a campfire, you must have a shovel or at least eight litres of water nearby to extinguish the fire. It must be kept to 50 cm in size at the base and height. Recreationalists must ensure that campfires are completely out and the ashes are cold to the touch before leaving the area for any length of time. The Wildfire Management Branch also asks anyone riding an allterrain vehicle or dirt bike to check the condition of the muffler, stay on dirt paths and avoid tall grasses and weeds. An approved spark arrester should be used on the exhaust system. stolen from automobiles. Drugs and drug paraphernalia were also seized, as well as a vehicle reported stolen out of Coquitlam. Police say they’ll keep an eye on the two houses in the 22600-block of Brown. “The use of illegal drugs has a definite link to incidents of property crime, as it is a fact that some drug users steal to support their addiction. This includes stealing from vehicles,” police said on Facebook.

cued some six hours later. Laing said the incident underlines an important safety consideration. “When you’re ATVing or dirt biking, you should always be riding with someone.” If not for the man’s friends, he would likely have spent more of his evening injured and lying in the forest. Laing said it has been a busy time for the search team, and that was its 10th call since

the beginning of May. There is no pattern, as members have had all types of calls, from wilderness searches, a medical rescue, a boat call and a search for an Alzheimer’s patient. Laing would rather not be so busy, but it keeps the team members sharp. “We train for these things, and to be able to use the skills in real life makes us that much better for the next time.”

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Show respect It sometimes seems that in her quest to seem young and hip, Christy Clark forgets that her job as Premier of B.C. requires a certain level of decorum and respect. Christy Clark once again demonstrated how oblivious she can be, creating another fracas with her attempt to host an International Day of Yoga event. “Om the Bridge” would have seen Vancouver’s busy Burrard Bridge closed for several hours on June 21, and set the province back $150,000. June 21 is the first day of summer. It’s also, as many people are aware — though apparently not Premier Clark — National Aboriginal Day. Clark apparently still hasn’t learned a lesson that most people learn in their childhood, that showing respect creates respect in turn. When it comes to dealing with B.C.’s First Nations, showing respect is a key piece of the puzzle. It would be hard to describe how much disrespect Clark showed by organizing — and planning to attend this event — on the same day. And she didn’t stop there, taking to Twitter on Thursday to mock the people expressing concern over Om the Bridge. The whole sorry mess fell apart on June 12, when Clark announced she wouldn’t be attending Om the Bridge. It’s worth noting that in Clark’s 220-word announcement that she wouldn’t be attending the event, only 23 words were dedicated to National Aboriginal Day — the rest was about the wonders of yoga. Nor did Clark mention anything she might be doing on the 21st to honour Canada’s First Peoples. One Twitter user, Peter McCartney, summed up Clark’s attitude pretty well when he suggested the premier was “showing all the maturity of a 12-yearold.” Though perhaps that is doing a disservice to 12 year olds. Most of them have a better idea of what respect for themselves and others entails. Perhaps we could find a 12-year-old to offer Clark some basic lessons? – Black Press

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Unconditional love and support “I know everything, Daddy.” So proclaimed my daughter one day in her third year of existence. Me too, I smiled. Last week, she graduated from Grade 12. Commentary Those early words Andy Holota heralded a child’s journey in an endless accumulation of knowledge. Little did I realize at the time, my own all-knowing state would, in her view, diminish over the coming years – particularly in early teenhood, when dad would be frequently relegated to irritation status. As alarming as this was, I took solace in the fact that other fathers, and most mothers, were experiencing the same phenomenon. How could it be that we knew so much before our children were born, and carried that lofty mantle through their early years, yet watched as our titles as Knowers of All Things Worth Knowing steadily morphed into The Perpetually Addled? For young parents, there’s no need to be overly concerned about this. Your wisdom doesn’t really become lost. The trick is to stay engaged and committed through the process. Be a relentlessly loving, patient teacher and supporter.

Through the process, your offspring’s perception of your worldly acuity becomes restored, albeit about a third of your lifetime later. Here’s the other thing: While she’s learning, so are you. It’s the most wonderful, confounding, frustrating, rewarding, utterly important adventure of your life, and before you know it, a large slice of it has been consumed. As she walked across the stage, accepting her diploma and scholarship accolades, I relived her first hours in this world, when we gazed into each other’s eyes, in equal wonderment. I thought of the countless times we curled on the couch and read books. I remembered her amazement and delight as we travelled to different parts of the world. And I ruefully recalled the frequent occasions in the not-too-distant past where I felt as though I was an incessantly barking dog. What an incredible project, this parenting gig. I’m not sure there can a greater sense of accomplishment. The opportunity to make a terrible mess of it is really quite immense. The potential to raise a smart, caring contributor to society is even more remarkable. And, as probably most parents leaving the ceremonies were reminding themselves, it’s far from over – although there’s a measure of that, since many of us will see our grads leave

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home at the end of summer. Like most aspects of parenthood, descriptors of changes like “empty-nest syndrome” don’t begin to articulate the feelings. Empty-heart syndrome is more like it. From daily contact and interaction, family suppers every night, homework projects and weekend activities, to texts, phone calls and occasional visits? Inconceivable, but real. How can a university possibly take the place of “home?” Yet it does. And eventually, she will have her own home, and we would wish it no other way. Nevertheless, my role now seems somewhat uncertain. For the past 18 years, it was so clearly, solidly defined. Although, perhaps it doesn’t really change too much. Give unconditional love. Provide unfaltering support. All children deserve that from their parents. I did, and I am eternally grateful for it, and the opportunity to do so myself. Now, my beautiful girl, step forward on your new path. Challenge yourself, and live your dreams. Care about your world. No mom and dad could be prouder. And as always, if you need me, I’ll be there. But you know all that. Andy Holota is editor of the Abbotsford News, a Black Press affiliate.

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THE NEWS/letters Work together Editor, The News: Re: Housing solutions eyed (The News, June 12). I wanted to comment on Neil Corbett’s excellent article on housing solutions for our homeless populations. I really like the idea of the portables or micro houses and feel that they would be a solution for many of the poorer people in our communities who need less expensive housing. Renting has become very expensive in the Greater Vancouver area and it is simply too much for some residents. This alternative could be a welcome relief for those people who are poorer and need cheap rent. It would certainly be better then just moving the homeless around from one area to another, like they did last week, with some of them ending up in my back yard (the former ghetto,) which did not last very long. They were moved out within three hours and were off to the next field. I thank our mayor and councillors for making the effort on finding lasting solutions to this Canadian epidemic of homelessness. I wish her success in her endeavors to resolve this issue. We have to work together to solve this homelessness problem and the senor levels of government must do their part to assist our city. John E. McKenzie Maple Ridge

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Property owners are paying Editor, The News: Re: Property owners should pay (Letters, June 12). I am always happy when people express their opinion; we are so lucky to live in a free society. But it is our responsibility to make sure the information we provide is correct and, unfortunately, Cherryl Katnich communicated incorrect information. The Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association is a non-profit association, led by a volunteer board of directors and funded by a special business improvement association levy, only paid by commercial property owners, who own properties within the DMRBIA area. Yes, the levy is collected by the City of Maple Ridge with the property tax, but clearly noted as “BIA levy” and, again, only collected from those commercial property owners noted previously. The city distributes the collected levy, which is the DMRBIA budget on an annual basis. The DMRBIA area is a geographical area, clearly outlined between 222nd and 230th streets between Brown Avenue and Lougheed Highway. This area includes about 300 prop-

erty owners and about 700 businesses. The DMRBIA goes back to its members every five years to confirm approval of the continuation of the association from its members; a five-year bylaw has to be approved by council to continue BIA for another five-year mandate. The Facade Improvement Program is just one of many programs developed by the DMRBIA to improve the overall streetscape of downtown Maple Ridge, and this particular program has been very successful for the past six years. Starting in 2009 until and including 2014, we received 63 applications, approved 59, of which 57 completed. DMRBIA granted a total of about $240,000 over those six years. Just to put that in perspective, that $240,000 initiated a total of approximately $5 million of facade improvements in downtown Maple Ridge. The city houses a lot of older buildings, most of which really could uses some sprucing up. Hopefully people are noticing all the positive changes that have happened and will continue to happen, throughout the years in downtown Maple Ridge. New facades, fresh paint, new awnings, banners, flower baskets, bike racks, community Christmas Tree,

Twice that Editor, The News: Re: Property owners should pay (Letters, June 12). Cherryl Katnich is complaining about business owners getting grants from the city to improve their business appearance. The point of this grant is to make the city businesses look good for all to benefit. The implication is that Ms. Katnich feels that her taxes are paying for these improvements. That is not correct. Businesses pay property taxes of over twice that of homeowner. Dan Banov Maple Ridge

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The next obstacle in the five-year-long ordeal for Debbie Dyer is in November in Ottawa. Supreme Court of Canada justices will decide then if Andelina Kristina Hecimovic will face a new trial or allow the original acquittal from 2013 to stand. Hecimovic initially was acquitted of dangerous driving causing death following an Oct. 19, 2010 accident on the Lougheed Highway at Harris Road. Debbie’s daughter,

Beckie Dyer, 19, and Johnny De Oliveria, 21, died after their Suzuki Swift was struck by a Toyota driven by Hecimovic. The Toyota had flipped, landing on top of the Suzuki. In the initial trial in September 2013, Justice Miriam Gropper ruled that Hecimovic was not trying to beat the red light. Hecimovic told the court she was thinking about her nursing shift and suddenly smelled something odd as she approached the intersection. When she looked at her scrubs she noticed vomit on

her shirt and burst into tears. She was trying to wipe the tears off her face and focus on the road when she realized she had run a red light. However, last October 2014, the B.C. Court of Appeal ordered a new trial, which also allows the accused the right to appeal that to the Supreme Court of Canada. Debbie Dyer said she might go to Ottawa to attend the Nov. 5 Supreme Court session, or she might watch it via Supreme Court TV channel. If the original acquittal is upheld, “then we’re done,” said Dyer. The nine justices could also order a conviction or a new trial, the latter

of which would take another year. Dyer wants a conviction so the case doesn’t set a precedent. Five years after the death of her daughter, life doesn’t get easier for the Pitt Meadows resident. “Your life doesn’t get any better. It changes. When you lose your child, you lose all sense of happiness and what’s important in your life.” She wants to keep the story about the trial and her daughter public so people think about their driving. It only takes a split second for an accident to happen and distracted driving continues to increase. “It’s getting worse than drinking and driving.”

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Question: What alternatives are there to lining up?

Our office hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday to Friday. We are open until 8:00 pm every Thursday in June. The secure drop box will be cleared out daily and at midnight on Thursday, July 2. You can also pay your taxes in person at your financial institution, use online banking or phone banking. Remember to claim your Home Owner Grant!

You can mail your payment or drop it off anytime, using a cheque post-dated to July 2, 2015 and avoid lining up. Please make sure that you include the remittance stub and, if you are eligible, complete the Home Owner Grant application and include it with your payment. There’s a secure drop box in the lobby area of Municipal Hall available during office hours and after hours you can use the secure drop box located in the wall of the Economic Development Office just a few feet from the west entrance of Municipal Hall. There’s a photo on the notice that came with your tax bill that shows the location. You can also claim your Home Owner Grant online at mapleridge.ca and pay your property taxes using online banking or at your financial institution. Look for details at mapleridge.ca by clicking the ‘Property Tax’ link under the ‘Doing Business’ tab.

Question: I have not received my 2015 Property Tax Notice. What should I do? You should have received your 2015 Property Tax Notice in the mail the last week of May. You can print out a copy of your notice online if you have signed up for a ‘My Maple Ridge’ account. If you prefer, you can contact us at the numbers below or stop by to get a printout of your notice as tax payments must be made by Thursday, July 2, 2015.

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Yes. A 5% penalty is assessed on any amount outstanding after July 2, 2015, and a further 5% penalty will be charged on amounts outstanding after September 1, 2015. This includes unclaimed Home owner Grants.

Question: Can I access my account online? Yes. You can sign up for the ‘My Maple Ridge’ service and see all of your account information online. Look for details in the brochure that came with your tax notice or online at mapleridge.ca.

You can pay your outstanding property tax balance with your MasterCard or American Express online or by telephone using a third party service provider called ‘Paymentus.’ They charge a 3% service fee, over the tax due amount. For more information on this payment option please go to mapleridge.ca and click the ‘Property Tax’ link under the ‘Doing Business’ tab.

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Citizens make suggestions for open gov’t By Phil M elnyc h u k pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com

ing government more transparent, Maple Ridge council earlier approved two earlier recommendations from the task force. Council earlier in the year approved the livestreaming of the council workshop meetings and committee of the whole meetings that take place on Mondays, continuing a process that was started by the previous council. With regular Tuesday meetings also livestreamed, people can now watch all council meetings on their computer. “I think that’s fabulous,” said Wagner. “I think it shows they’re

really serious.” Council has also ordered that basic information about contracts the city has signed be public. Read also attended the public input session. She agreed that city or mayoralty announcements made on social media also should be on the city’s website to ensure there is a record of communications. Two letters released concerning the homeless camp on Cliff Avenue were posted on the Maple Ridge Resilience Initiative Facebook page but are not actually posted on the city’s website.

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personality. For example, we try to predict the type of home that would be best suited for a cat that pees inappropriately. What is the trigger for this behaviour? Can it change in a new home? What type of home would be ideal? None of this is an exact science, but we work hard to learn as much as we can about these animals. Our final purpose is to find them the perfect home. We are honest about their inappropriate behavior. We try and provide a potential adopter with as much information as we can. Some people decide not to take a cat because he is aggressive with other cats, while others may decide to take the chance and dedicate themselves to making it work. The bottom line is that the business of an animal shelter is to care for the animals, and ensure that they go into a proper home. Some people believe that they are doing us a favour by adopting a cat. They might be, but only if the cat fits into their home. If it does not, we know that, sooner or later, the cat will be returned to the shelter. Each time they come back their issues intensify. So if you apply for an animal, any animal at any rescue, and you are not approved as a home, it means that the staff, knowing that animal, don’t think that it’s the right fit for you. We are here strictly for the welfare of the animals, not to pacify humans. – Magdalena Romanow is a volunteer at Katie’s Place, an animal shelter in Maple Ridge.

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A Hole-In-One For Our Littlest Patients In total, over $66,000 was raised from the Drive FORE Babies Golf Tournament and Cruise Raffle held in September 2014. These funds were used to purchase a new birthing bed and fetal monitor system for the Maternity Department to aid in healthy and safe deliveries, as well as several wish-list items intended to improve the comfort and care of moms and babies during their stay in hospital. Many moms and dads, big brothers and sisters, and especially the babies born at Ridge Meadows Hospital thank you for your support!

Annual Report 2014–2015 Investing in better health through community partnerships.

Knights To The Rescue Knights of Columbus, Thomas Haney Council 5566, proudly present a cheque of $5,000 to help purchase a new trauma stretcher for the Emergency Department here at Ridge Meadows Hospital. The $10,000 specialty stretcher has many features that are essential for the unique and urgent needs of the trauma room. Thank you Knights of Columbus for your generous support again this year. Pictured are Barrie Herod, Knights of Columbus representative, Bev Stone, registered nurse, Harold Carver, Knights of Columbus representative, and Laura Butler, RMH Foundation.

RMH strives to provide the best standard of care in all aspects of health care. From prevention to diagnosis to treatment, your wellbeing is our top priority. Our talented health care professionals rely on the Foundation’s support and your support to put essential tools in their hands and essential equipment in their departments, in order to continue to provide the best care possible.

Message from the Site Medical Director As the Site Medical Director of Ridge Meadows Hospital, and member of the Board of Directors for Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation, it is an honour for me to be a part of an organization that has had such an influence on health care in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. I’m pleased to tell you about the difference donations received from people like you have made over the past year, and I’m excited to see what we will be able to do together in the year ahead.

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“Leave a Legacy?” A legacy gift to the Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation helps to ensure your community health care providers have the necessary tools that they need to continue to provide excellence in health care. Some examples of how you can leave a legacy include: • Leave a gift in your will for the charities that have made a difference in your life. • Leave a specific dollar amount or a percentage of the assets in your will. • Using assets for your charitable gift. These could include items such as cash, stocks, bonds, mutual funds, term deposits, real estate, or insurance policies. • Name a charity as your beneficiary for RRSP, RRIF or pension plans. If you would like to discuss how you can make a difference by leaving a legacy, please call Laura Cherrille, Executive Director Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation at 604.463.1801.

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n the village of Steller’s Grove, somewhere on the south coast of England in 1515, when the world was emerging from the Dark Ages, verbal jabs were as quick as those from a sword or dagger. “Go back to your needlework and embroidery,” said one following a sword fight with a female member of the Renaissance Festival cast. “I care not if I won with one pass or five. The fact that I’ve worn my opponent into the ground is victory enough for me,” a victorious rider said after a jousting match. One of the knights complained about having a slow horse for the event, that it falls asleep while walking. “I admire his work ethic,” someone in the crowd commented. For a few moments on the weekend, the Albion Fairgrounds had turned into Steller’s Grove as the Renaissance Festival returned for a second time. “We really like the location,” said Martin Hunger, in charge of security of the weekend event. Hunger said he liked the Renaissance period, set in the times of King Henry Eighth, because it was a rising out of the Dark Ages, when trade and science were both growing. Unlike historical re-enactment societies that take pains to ensure every artifact is accurate, the Renaissance Festival is a theatrical event, during which actors say their lines and jokes and interact with the crowd. “For us, as performers, it’s another way to escape,” he said. “It’s a way of challenging themselves as performers. “This is a whole new challenge for people. It’s sort of what we call theatre in the crowd.”

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(Clockwise) Melissa Housser plays the character ‘Flora’ as she sneaks up on Tanya Kozak, playing ‘Summer the Fairy’ during the 9th annual B.C. Renaissance Festival Friday at the Albion Fairgrounds; Melissa Garza, playing ‘Lady Maeve, Mistress of the Horse’, prepares Ryan Roberts, ‘Sir Alcwyn,’ for a jousting battle; Ed Appleby plays the pirate ‘First Mate Cobbs’ in a reenactment in the courtyard of King Henry Eighth.

By allowing commentary from the crowd, actors have to be quick on their feet to respond, while keeping the sketches moving along. Mock sword fights are part of the show, minus the blood packs that spatter red when someone is killed. Those are used in the U.S., but Canadian audiences aren’t used to that much gore.

Still, the weapons are real enough and have to be fastened in their scabbards or holsters unless they belong to an actor. Former pro wrestler Ed Appleby got involved because festival theatre is the chance to get deep into character. “Adding the swords were just a little bit extra.”

More realism was apparent in the jousting, in which horses and riders, wearing 40 kilograms of steel armour, run full tilt at each other in attempt to knock each other off their horses. The lances used by the jousters are hemlock and shatter on impact, when they hit the shield on the opposing rider. But riders are

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Ridge Meadows Got Talent is on the lookout for new acts. It will be accepting submissions for contestants from June 15 to July 15 in anticipation of this year’s event at Country Fest. The event takes place July 26 at the Albion Fairgrounds July 26 and features categories for acts between the ages of 10 to 18 and for 19-plus. All submissions should include a short 30-second video and a 100word or less bio for the act, includ-

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The team with two NHL defencemen beat the team with one in the second annual reunion shinny game that has become known as the Charity Classic. Team Bartley and its namesake Victor Bartley of the Nashville Predators had some surprise reinforcements in the person of Swiss defenceman Mirco Muller, who played half a season for the San Jose Sharks, and has a friend in town. Bartley and Brad Hunt were the local favourites. Bartley, who has 111 NHL games with the Preds, might be a stayat-home defenceman in the NHL, but he looked like he could score whenever he wanted to on Saturday. Hunt still needs a breakthrough campaign to build on his NHL resume of 14 games, including 11 with the Edmonton Oilers, but he’s too good to leave on their farm team – he was an AHL all-star with 51 points in 62 games. They led teams of players with university and junior hockey experience in a display of the best hockey talent from the city. It is a no-hit event with the same feel as an all-star game. But organizer Ben Payne, who enjoyed a great campaign in the German pro leagues with the Zweibrucken Hornets, was one of the guys who would get the puck and take off, pushing the pace to put on a show for the hundreds of fans. “It was great – good tempo and a lot of good talent from Maple ridge,” said Payne. Last year he and Bartley organized the game as a fundraiser for Crohn’s and Colitis. They raised $5,000, and this year they built on that, upping the total to more than $6,500. Eli Pears won a hockey stick auto-

graphed by the Nashville Predators, and there was other outstanding memorabilia up for auction, including jerseys signed by Chicago Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews and Montreal Canadiens star P.K. Subban. Paul Craik won the 50/50 raffle prize of $367, and then donated it back to the cause. “It went extremely well,” said Payne. “Much more professional and smooth.” He said the kids of Ridge Meadows Minor Hockey enjoy watching local hockey idols play, and next year he would like to get them more involved, perhaps with an afternoon ball hockey game.

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Last year, Brandon Finnegan of the Kansas City Royals became the first player in history to pitch in both the College World Series and the MLB October classic in the same calendar year. But Stewart isn’t getting ahead of himself. “I’m thinking one level at a time. Hopefully by the end of the season, I’ll have moved up a bit.” He is thankful to local coaches, including Nor Lundren, and also to the Langley Blaze, for which he played his high school years. “They do an unreal job of getting guys exposure,” he said.

His goal with the Blaze was to land a scholarship. Once with Canisius, the objective was team success – and the school won conference championships in two of his four seasons, including his senior year. He’s a biology major, and was pre-med. At the same time, he hit the gym hard, worked on his pitches, and turned himself into a major league prospect. “It’s nice to see all the hard work pay off.” One of his favourite pitchers is Madison Bumgarner of the San Francisco Giants.

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VModels shown $18,435/$21,235/$26,085/$35,963 Selling price for a new 2015 Micra® 1.6 SR 4 AT (S5SG75 AE00)/2015 Versa Note 1.6 SL CVT (B5TG15 AE00)/2015 Sentra 1.8 SL (C4TG15 AA00)/2015 Altima 3.5 SL CVT (T4SG15 NV00). *X±≠VFreight and PDE charges ($1,567/$1,695/$1,567/$1,695) air-conditioning levy ($100) where applicable, applicable fees (all which may vary by region), manufacturer’s rebate and dealer participation where applicable are included. License, registration, insurance and applicable taxes are extra. Lease offers are available on approved credit through Nissan Canada Finance for a limited time, may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers except stackable trading dollars. Retailers are free to set individual prices. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Vehicles and accessories are for illustration purposes only. Offers, prices and features subject to change without notice. ††The Nissan Loyalty Offer (“Offer”) is available only to eligible customers who (as of Feb, 1, 2015) lease/leased, finance/financed or own/owned a 2009 or newer Nissan brand vehicle (an “Existing Vehicle”). Eligibility for the Offer will be determined by Nissan Canada Inc. (“NCI”) in its sole discretion. Proof of current or previous ownership/lease/finance contract will be required. Offer is not transferrable or assignable, except to a co-owner/co-leasee of the Existing Vehicle who resides within the same household as the intended recipient of the Offer. If the eligible customer elects to lease or finance a new and previously unregistered Nissan brand vehicle (excluding NV, Fleet and daily rentals) (an “Eligible New Vehicle”) through NCI and Nissan Canada Financial Services Inc. (collectively “NCF”), then he/she will receive a specified amount of stackable loyalty dollars (“Loyalty Dollars”), as follows: (i) Micra/Versa/Sentra ($500); (ii) Juke/Altima/Rogue ($600); (iii) Frontier/ Xterra/Leaf/Murano/Pathfinder ($800); and (iv) Maxima/Z/Titan, Armada/GT-R ($1000). Loyalty Dollars will be applied before taxes which means they are inclusive of all applicable taxes. Alternatively, if the eligible customer elects to purchase or lease/finance an Eligible New Vehicle (excluding GT-R and Leaf) other than through NCF, then he/she will receive a three-year/48,000 kilometers (whichever comes first) Oil Change and Tire Rotation Plan which consists of a maximum of 6 service visits, each consisting of 1 oil change (using conventional 5W30 motor oil) and 1 tire rotation. For complete details on the Oil Change and Tire Rotation Plan, ask your dealer. Offer has no cash redemption value and can be combined with other offers. Offer valid on Eligible New Vehicles purchased/leased/financed and delivered between June 2 – June 30, 2015. ∞Global Automakers of Canada (GAC) Entry Level Segmentation, June 2015. For more information see IIHS.org. ALG is the industry benchmark for residual values and depreciation data, www.alg.com. Offers subject to change, continuation or cancellation without notice. Offers have no cash alternative value. See your participating Nissan retailer for complete details. ©2015 Nissan Canada Inc. Nissan Financial Services Inc. is a division of Nissan Canada Inc.

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Community calendar 28 years ago, has become international. They are deflating clichés about aging and proving that life can be lived to its fullest, in a meaningful way, to the end. They are the Raging Grannies, and they fight for peace, social justice and the environment. Granny Power is a documentary about this very original activist movement, founded on principles of street theatre, guerilla action, and the use of satire to get their message across. Airs 7-9 p.m. at Maple Ridge City Hall Council Chambers. See www. cinemapolitica.org or email ridgemeadows@cinemapolitica. org.

• Senior Social with the Silvertones: Al Smith and the Silvertones Senior Choir are back by popular demand, playing from 2-3:30 p.m. at the Maple Ridge Public Library. The public is invited to join them for a relaxed afternoon of songs, stories and laughter at their annual seniors social. Refreshments will be served, and admission is free.

June 22 • Alpha for Seniors: from 10 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at Ridge Meadows Senior Centre (12150 224th St.). A 10-week introduction to Christianity. This is a low key, fun way to ask the most difficult questions including “Is there more to life than this?” Starts at 10 a.m. with tea and coffee, watch a short video and then discuss the video in groups. No pressure, no bad questions. Soup and a bun follow, finish at 12:15 p.m. No cost to attend. If you miss the first few weeks that’s OK. You can still come.

June 23 • Lobby Nights at The ACT: Celtic Jam with Nigel Tucker from 7-9 p.m. at The ACT Arts Centre & Theatre (11944 Haney Pl.) Bring your instruments, voice or even just your ears as no experience is necessary and only the love of music is required. Please visit www. theactmapleridge.org or call 604-476-2787.

June 24 • Kanaka Open Mic from 5-7:30 p.m. at Kanaka Creek Coffee (101-24155 102nd Ave.) Kanaka Open mic is an evening of live music, open for musicians to come and sign up to play a couple of songs and also for an open audience. Poets welcome too. All genres of music welcome.

Ongoing

• The Secret Book Study group meets every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at the Maple Ridge Public Library, second floor (22470 Dewdney Trunk Rd.). Everyone welcome! Contact Jenn at 604-353-8799 or email thesecretbookstudy@yahoo.ca.

• Golden Seniors Wellness Clinic: For ages 55-plus every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to noon. Ridge Meadows Seniors Society, 12150 – 224th St. Maple Ridge. For information contact 604-467-4993.

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FUNERAL HOMES

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COMING EVENTS

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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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GIS Business Support National Sales (Temporary position) The National Sales office of Black Press is looking for a successful candidate to assist its GIS department. The suitable candidate will possess an excellent understanding of GIS related technologies/database systems and be able to work in a fast paced environment. The candidate will assist the GIS Analyst in the provision of demographic data, maintain and update distribution database, and thematic maps to sales staff and clients for the purpose of target marketing. You are: â&#x20AC;˘ A Capable, well spoken, intelligent, self-motivated and highly organized individual â&#x20AC;˘ Knowledgeable and proficient on the GIS applications and systems which you use and have a desire to learn new applications and systems â&#x20AC;˘ Ability to learn and understand information technology concepts as they apply to our flyer distribution operations â&#x20AC;˘ Someone who is looking for challenge and willing to work under pressure â&#x20AC;˘ GIS (Flyer coordination) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the key agents for supporting the sales in the company â&#x20AC;˘ A key participant in the sales process, gathering required demographic or readership information and creating targeting maps by GIS system; â&#x20AC;˘ Provide geodemographics analysis and distribution recommendation through GIS analysis â&#x20AC;˘ Responsible for GIS mapping and coordinate flyer distribution â&#x20AC;˘ Responsible for distribution database updating â&#x20AC;˘ Familiar with Canada Census and Postal boundaries system Skills / Experience needed:

SWASH, Enid (nee Hermes) June 9, 2015

With sadness we have lost dear Enid of 90 years, a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Enid is lovingly survived by her husband, Albert Swash of Maple Ridge, son Alan Slater of Vancouver, grand children Jessica Slater (Galen) of Chopaka, B.C., and Andrew Slater of Maple Ridge, and great grandson, Johann SlaterIllerbrun. The family wishes to acknowledge the care, kindness and friendship of staff and residents of Maple Ridge Seniors Village. A celebration of her life will be held in Maple Ridge Seniors Village, June 22 at 2:00 p.m.

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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

- General Farm Worker Farm Equipment Operator

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.

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Golden Eagle Group is looking for a general farm worker specialized in agricultural machinery to support blueberry and cranberry operations in Pitt Meadows, B.C. Work will commence as soon as possible; The successful candidate will be required to operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment and perform general farm duties, such as fertilize, irrigate and cultivate plants. Experience with assembling, fixing and operating machinery is an asset. Work is outdoors, in all weather conditions and is physically demanding. Previous farm experience and mechanical knowledge required. Pay is $10.49/hr. Please fax resume to: (604) 682-6183 Attention: Enrico Peraga

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HELP WANTED

EXPERIENCED POWERSPORT Mechanic required in Whitehorse, Yukon for ATV, snowmobiles, marine, etc. Let’s Talk! $25.00 + per hour DOE. Contact Chris, 867-6332627, checkeredflagrecreation.com or checkeredflag@northwestel.net.

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HELP WANTED

NURSERY WORKERS BHULLAR NURSERY Ltd. in Maple Ridge is looking for F/T Nursery Workers (2). Wage $10.50/hr. Duties: Prepare soil, plant seeds, harvesting, fertilizing, spraying, irrigating, clean work areas. Contact: 25292 130th Ave. Maple Ridge, BC V4R 1C9. Email resume to:

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 287

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PERSONAL SERVICES 281

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134 Forming & Framing Crews Morningstar Homes Ltd. has immediate & long term opportunities available, for qualified single family foundation forming and framing crews in Maple Ridge, Port Moody and Burke Mountain, Coquitlam.

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

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~ FULLY INSURED ~

Call Tim 604-612-5388

287 257

DRYWALL

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ELECTRICAL

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

ONLY

Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd.

FREE ESTIMATES

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

/LPLWHG Time Offer!

.Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

Top Line Projects Ltd. Established 1994

604.476.2740

17607 Ford Road Pitt Meadows

Lawn Care Weeding W New Turf Fertilizing W Moss Control Power Raking W Aeration

with the &ODVVLÀ HG

JANITORIAL

HELP WANTED

all soils are tested for Optimum growing requirements.

Sell your Car!

.ProWorks Home & Garden. Pressure Washing, Lawn Maintenance, Landscaping. Call Matt 604-465-5566

F/T Night janitorial position. Start immediately. Experience needed.

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When QUALITY Matters

Gardening HANDYMAN CONNECTION HANDYMAN CONNECTION Handyman Connection - Bonded -Renovations - Installations -

136A JANITORIAL SERVICES

Wesbrooke Seniors Residence, 12000 190A St. Pitt Meadows or email; info@thewesbrooke.com

NO Wood byproducts used

Trimming W Pruning W Topping Clean-upW Garbage Removal Flower Beds W Allan Blocks Bark Mulch W River Lava Rock

PASTA Cook / Sauce Prep Person F/T. Required for POCO Pasta mfg company. Fax resume to: 604-944-6304 or Email: terry@oldcountrypasta.com

Please apply in person to:

LANDSCAPING

S. H. LANDSCAPING TREE SERVICES

778-387-7291

★ 604-217-5205 ★

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

D Home Repairs D All types of carpentry D Renovations Call Mike 604 - 306 - 4468

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

3-LINE EXAMPLE

Size not exactly as shown

Power Pack LQFOXGHV 0DSOH 5LGJH 3LWW 0HDGRZV 1HZV PRINT AD: Includes photo and 3-lines for one week.

%&&ODVVLÀ HG FRP ONLINE AD: BC-wide reach! For one week! USEDVancouver.com ONLINE AD: Local reach — until you cancel it!

call 604.575-5555

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

312 MAINTENANCE SERVICES

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 374

NORTH STARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com AMAZING WORK, AMAZING VALUE! 778.245.9069

TREE SERVICES TREE BROTHERS SPECIALIST

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GARAGE SALES

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

$25 Off with this Ad

11358 Cottonwood Dr

Too Much too List!!

$840/mo & $940/mo

Great Location

Townhouse Complex Garage Sale

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

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

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

MISC SERVICES

✶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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A LICENSED/HONEST PLUMBER & GAS FITTER / Furnace man with 35 yrs exp, ref’s, insured, reas rates Free est. 24hrs. Don 604-220-4956

$59.00 Per Ton

604-465-1311

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

MOVING & STORAGE

#1 IN SERVICE & RATES. H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. 604-380-2932

AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com

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604-537-4140 MIRACLE MOVING

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

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373 POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

PETS

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS 477

STEEL BUILDINGS...”OUR BIG 35TH ANNIVERSARY SALE” 20X20 $4500. 25X24 $5198. 30X30 $7449. 32X36 $8427. 40X46 $12140. One end Wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca.

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Accountable Rooﬁng - Re-Roof Specialists. Cedar Conversion, Asphalt, Torch-on (604)760-7937

356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

CHIHUAHUAS tiny tea cups pups, ready to go now. $800. call (604)794-7347

Pay-Less Pro Painting Spring EXT/INT SPECIAL LOOK for our YARD SIGNS

KITTENS born April 20th, ready to go now. $40/ea. Call evenings: 604-796-9935

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

MANX (Bobtail) Kittens, born March 25, 2 males , charcoal grey with stripes, $75, Mission, 604-820-4827

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Scott 604-891-9967 paylesspropainting.com

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

www.paintspecial.com

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

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

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 2 coats any colour

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

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

Central Coquitlam Co-op No subsidy Cls to transit, schools & shops

Derek Manor 2048 Manning Ave. Port Coquitlam

• • •

TOPSOIL

SCREENED TOPSOIL MUSHROOM MANURE BARK MULCH 604-467-3003

www.jonesbroscartageltd.com

AERO AUCTIONS 1 Day Industrial Auction. Tuesday, June 23. 9 a.m. Hwy 16 & Hwy 60 Edmonton. Live & On-Line Bidding. Timed Auction. Mobile offices, excavators, dozers, graders, truck tractors, trailers, pickup trucks misc attachments & much more! Consignments welcome! Visit: aeroauctions.ca. 1-888-600-9005.

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FRUIT & VEGETABLES

!!! Certified organic blueberries!!! $3/ lb or $2.75 if over 100lbs. 36765 Nelles Rd Abbotsford. Call 604755-3045 for large orders

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TOOLS

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

587

TOOLS

ROOM SPECIAL

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

845

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

The Scrapper

HOMES FOR RENT

MAPLE RIDGE, 3 bdrm + den, f/s, w/d, d/w, on farm. 21617-128 Ave Now. $1500+utils. 604-722-5609

741

OFFICE/RETAIL 851

Maple Ridge Ofﬁce & Retail Space

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

TRUCKS & VANS

1997 CHEV 1500 P/U with Fibermold canopy, V6, auto. 282,000 kms. $2,000. Call 604-240-3338.

Rick Medhurst Royal LePage Realty

604-463-3000

ROOMS FOR RENT

$75 OFF 1ST MONTH

Good Apartment Sizes Heat SH/W S Parking 1 & 2 bdrm. Avail July 1 $810/mo. No Pets Ref’s & Credit check req’d

VACANT MANUFACTURED HOME PADS AVAILABLE

TRANSPORTATION

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

604-467-4900

Ask about our

Lost & Found ads in the classiﬁeds are F R E E ! call 604-575-5555

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

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* ALR Zoning * Ready to Build * City Water * No Agents Engineered Septic Field Approv. 12692 - 248th. St. Maple Ridge

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

TOWNHOUSES

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

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.

Impeccably Clean!

BY OWNER

STEFANO PAINTING Exterior Summer Special 10% Off FREE Estimates (604)720-1390

604-463-2236 604-463-7450

736 2 Bedroom Apartments BRIGHT & LARGE

2.01 ACRES

ANTIQUES & VINTAGE

752

SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

Visit our website for other rentals: www.proﬁle-properties.com

FOR SALE

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

SUITES, LOWER

Call 604-464-7548

741 503

and Hydro

750

MAPLE RIDGE 2 bdrm, 2 bath, grnd lvl suite,1200 s/f, priv ent, d/w, shared, laundry, full access to yard Avail July 1st. Ns/np. Work ref’s req’d. Suit 1 or 2 people. $1050/mo incl utils. Call 778-858-5256 Maple Ridge, 2 bdrm clean G/L, 1089 sf. New paint, 5 appls N/S No pets. Nr transit/amen. $975mo incl heat. Avail now. 604-476-9529 MAPLE RIDGE, Cottonwood area. 1 Bdrm ground level bsmt. Bright & spacious. $750/mo incl all utils & laundry. NP/NS/ND. 604-477-7741

Near Shopping & Amenities.

604-941-5452; 604-944-7889

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

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

FOR SALE BY OWNER

Includes: Heat, Hot Water

P.Meadows - Solaris Towers Concrete Hi-rise. 1 Bdrm +den on 8th floor, great view! Aug1.$1225.

REAL ESTATE

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

Professional Property Management Services

PETS

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

604 - 720 - 2009

Your Choice for Property Management (Since 1990)

Dasl ~ 604 945 5864 dasl@terramanagement.ca

BLUENOSE BULLIES CROSS LAB PUPPIES. Ready to go $300 firm Call btwn 8am-6pm: 778-551-0769

~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

APARTMENT/CONDO

MISC. FOR SALE

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

PRESSURE WASHING

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

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

Please park on street

560

* Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet

12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certiﬁed Crime Free Buildings

RENTALS

19160 119th Ave. ABC TREE MEN Pruning, Shaping, Tree Removal & Stump Grinding. 604-521-7594 604-817-8899

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

$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

June 20th, 9am-2pm

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

Meadows Landscape Supply

320

SATURDAY

PLUMBING

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

1 & 2 Bdrms available

Saturday, June 20th, 9am-3pm

PITT MEADOWS

317

706

MAPLE RIDGE

CARRIAGE LANE Annual Garage Sale

A-1 Painting Company - Interior / Exterior 20 years exp. Summer Special 10% off (604)723-8434

RENTALS

Maple Ridge

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

Jerry, 604-500-2163

REAL ESTATE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

OFFICE/RETAIL

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT

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

Call 604-467-3944 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

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It’s Triple Tree’s 27th Annual

PLUS+ to get here pm early !

4:59am to 9:29

OFF EVERYTHING ON DISPLAY*...INSIDE & OUT HERE’S THE RULES

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Sale price applies to individual regular priced items (30% discount supercedes all other sale & multiple pricing). All other inventory limited to stock on hand. No reservations. Cash, Visa, Mastercard, Interac only. This sale lasts 1 day, no exceptions Sun-up approx. (4:59am) to Sundown (approx 9:29pm) Saturday, June 20 only. Some restrictions apply.

One Day Only

Saturday June 20

All...shrubs, trees, pond supplies, gift shop items, bedding plants, tools, hanging baskets, plants, fertilizers, clay pots, etc, etc. + SALE UPGRADES

EARLY RISER AWARD

9 AM TO 10 AM

ALL BEDDING PLANTS

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WILDCARD COUPON #1

Sorry not on Hanging Baskets or Planters. ( They are 30% off)

WILDCARD COUPON #2 SATURDAY JUNE 20 FROM 4PM TO 5PM ONLY Y

OFF

reg price any ONE ITE ITEM IN OUR ENTIRE INVENTORY!

Limit one coupon per family. Valid Saturday June 20/15 only. Must Present Coupon. Some restrictions apply.

TREE OR SHRUB COUPON SATURDAY JUNE 20 FROM M 7:30PM TO 8:30PM ONLY Y

WILDCARD COUPON #3

IF YOU WERE TOO BUSY SATURDAY! RDAY! SUNDAY JUNE 21/15

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TRIPLE TREE

207th St.

20503 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge

OFF

Limit one coupon per family. Valid Sunday June 21/15 only. Must Present Coupon. Some restrictions apply

203rd St.

604-465-9313 or 604-465-6015

reg price any TWO ITEM ITEMS IN OUR ENTIRE INVENTORY!

Limit one coupon per family. Valid Saturday June 20/15 only. Must present coupon.

OPEN 9am - 9pm EVERYDAY.

OFF

4:59 am to 5:59 am

0FF } ALL INVENTORY FROM reg price

includes: Geraniums, Salvia, 0FF } reg price Petunias, Marigolds, etc.

SATURDAY JUNE 20 FROM M 6:30AM TO 7:30AM ONLY Y

Lougheed Hwy.

Visit our website www.tripletreenurseryland.com