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Residents want say on new shelter B y Phil M elnyc h u k pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com
Maple Ridge residents want to have a say and be able to express their concerns about the city’s temporary homeless shelter when it opens in October. At the end of a long council meeting last week, Kanaka Way resident Jen Watts wanted to know if a community forum or town hall meeting will take place once the shelter opens in the old Sleep Shop on Lougheed Highway and 222nd Street, as part of an effort to disband the homeless camp on Cliff Avenue nearby. Once the operator of the shelter is formally announced, it will hold a public meeting explaining how the building will function and how to reduce impacts on the community, said Mayor Nicole Read. See Shelter, 3
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Feeling like fall Keegan Laity, whose family has farmed the same land for more than 137 years, picks a pumpkin on his grandparent’s acreage in anticipation of the fall harvest. The Laity Pumpkin Patch has had seven generations of farmers on the property, and this year’s crop is one of the earliest on record.
Babies taken from moms at ACCW Despite court ruling that allows infants to stay with inmates By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com
Despite a successful court victory ordering Alouette Correctional Centre for Women to allow inmates to keep their babies while incarcerated, two newborns were taken from their
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However, in a letter dated Aug. 19, Dr. Ruth Elwood Martin wrote to Anton, noting that, “Two babies recently born to indigenous women incarcerated at ACCW were apprehended by the Ministry of Children and Family, and separated from their mothers within hours of their birth at [Ridge Meadows] Hospital. “Tragically, these babies have irrevocably lost the opportunity to breastfeed and establish vital maternal-infant bonding, which
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Motorists will have to tough it out for the next 11 days with 128th Avenue completely closed between 212th and 216th streets. The closure is in effect up until Sept. 26 and will allow major work to get done as the City of Maple Ridge widens 128th Ave. to four lanes from two. Once construction is complete, by the end of the year, there will be four smooth new lanes to speed commuters east and west between Golden Ears Way up to 216th Street. And next year, if the stretch from 216th to 224th streets is completed, depending on council’s approval, Maple Ridge will have another major east-west artery in addition to Lougheed Highway and Dewdney Trunk Road. Part of the current project involves installation of two-metre high concrete culverts at two points beneath the road, one at Laity Street the other at 216th Street. That will improve drainage in the area and also allow passage of two fish-bearing creeks, Laity and McKenney, beneath the road. The design of the culverts is intended to be fish friendly, with daylight in the tunnels from holes in the manhole covers, while
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Road crews continue to work on 218th Avenue, which will remain closed until Sept. 26. baffles and gravel on the bottom will give fish a place to rest, even spawn. Work involving the streams has to be done by October so not to interfere with spawning. City spokesman Fred Armstrong knows the work has lengthened
commutes for some and appreciates their patience. Once this year’s work is complete, there will be four-lane road from Golden Ears Way to 216th Street along with a multi-use bike path on the north side of the road. Total cost for the project is esti-
mated at $9 million. Left-turn only lanes at 216th and Laity street will improve traffic flow, said Armstrong. Further widening of 128th Avenue which becomes Abernethy Way, from 224th to 232nd streets, is about five to 10 years away.
Fishing is once again allowed in most southwestern B.C. streams and the open fire ban has also been rescinded in the region. Provincial officials cited recent rain and cooling water temperatures as they reopened angling across the south coast, except the Seymour and Coquihalla rivers, and their tributaries. The angling ban had been declared July 22 in response to low stream flows and high water temperatures after weeks of hot, dry weather and a record low winter snowpack. The Coastal Fire Centre ended its open fire ban at noon Monday in areas not covered by local government bylaws in light of the decreased risk of wildfires.
‘Council made decision without consultation’ Shelter from front
Family lawyer Rhonda Murray, whose practice is a block away from the Sleep Shop building, said the public has had no say in the location of the new shelter and that downtown businesses don’t want it. Council made a decision “without consulting the public in any significant way.” Is council aware that most businesses oppose the location of the temporary shelter? she asked. “Council is aware that we have a difficult situation,” and council had to find a location where the homeless from Cliff Avenue camp could access, Read replied. Melissa Craich wanted to know if the public will have a say on where or when a new, permanent shelter is built.
“Whatever comes forward, will we have some kind of public consultation?” If a new shelter was being planned, there would be some kind of public engagement, Read replied. Normally, if rezoning or construction is required, it would go to public hearing, Read added. But Craich pointed out the city is opening the temporary shelter without public consultation because rezoning wasn’t required, “so technically, we could have another one [shelter] plunked down somewhere.” Read replied, “Normally we have a public hearing if we rezone. So right now, anything I say is highly speculative. “We don’t know what our plans are going into the future with respect to any kind of capital investment.”
Council needs to talk to B.C. Housing about what happens in March, when the temporary shelter is supposed yo close. The city paid for renovations to the old Sleep Shop along with the monthly leasing costs of more than $7,000, while B.C. Housing pays for the staffing or contractor, likely RainCity Housing, to operate the 40-bed facility. Council made its decision on a location for the temporary shelter at a closed meeting Aug. 14. Negotiations involving land purchases or legal issues are usually done in closed meetings, as allowed in the Community Charter. In August, council asked B.C. Housing to cut its $1-million yearly funding to the Salvation Army’s 25-bed emergency shelter at the Caring Place.
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Ingrid Rice
Compassion In ancient times, the stranger had an almost sacred status for various reasons that continue to be probed by historians and anthropologists. Someone stumbling into a village or settlement, obviously from afar and not speaking the local language might be anyone – even a divine or threatening presence – but was regardless provided with food and shelter. Our ancestors also had another good reason to give the stranger aid; they knew that a moment’s notice they could be next, forced into exile and in need of the help they were once willing to give. The debate around how to help Syrian refugees, fleeing a vicious civil war and expanding Islamic State terrorism, has become something of a political football in Canada. It’s to be expected that various parties during the election would make various claims on the best approach. But this is a matter, to recall to our ancient forbears, is beyond politics. The publication of the photo that went around the world — that of three-year-old Syrian refugee Alan Kurdi, is ample evidence of that. Canada, not its politicians, needs to respond in a way that allows us to alleviate as much suffering as possible arising from this tragedy in Syria. Canadians are compassionate people and there is ample precedent for helping those in need. We need only recall when in the 1980s thousands of Vietnamese ‘boat people’ were taken in by this country. Compassion has to supercede politics in this matter but other questions arise of Canadians wanting to respond. While dramatic and serious events like the Syrian crisis are few and far between, there is no lack of other events seeking our charitable response. It’s important to analyze how useful and effective such charitable “trends” are, often spurred on by heart-wrenching photos, and where they go after the outrage dies down and the public moves on to the next hot issue. We can look beyond the migrant crisis in Europe to any number of countries that would benefit from the aid and compassion of Canadians. And it is right and good that we continue to do what we can. The status of refugees, and Canada’s responsibility in assisting them is deservedly in the spotlight. Given current trends highlighted by the election, it does not seem those issues are going to go away anytime soon. We are limited in what we can do, but the key is to act with compassion and empathy when we can, and leave the politics to the politicians.
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am tired of managing poverty.” The words of Lake Babine Nation Chief Wilf Adam were quoted by both Aboriginal Relations Minister John Rustad and Premier Christy Clark at their second annual meeting with aboriginal leaders B.C. Views Tom Fletcher around the province. In her closing remarks, Clark repeated her aim to continue economic development and resource revenue sharing that have dominated the government’s approach in recent years. “Let’s eliminate poverty in First Nations communities,” she said, adding “the only way we can fight poverty is to grow the economy.” Not surprisingly, Clark’s chosen example was the potential of liquefied natural gas development for the Haisla Nation near Kitimat. That and similar proposals require new gas pipelines. And as is customary in B.C., what people most often hear about are threats and wild claims regarding protests such as the Unist’ot’en camp near Smithers, set up to block a gas pipeline. There was a round of this in late August, after Grand Chief Stewart Phillip of the militant Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs claimed hundreds of RCMP officers were about to descend on the camp. This echoed previous false claims made by self-styled anarchists such as Victoria’s Zoe Blunt, who has been organizing outside support for the camp for the last couple of years.
Media jumped at the prospect of another Gustafson Lake-style confrontation. This prompted an unusual statement from Cpl. Janelle Shoihet of the North District RCMP. “To clarify, the B.C. RCMP has no intention of ‘taking down the camp’ set up by the Unist’ot’en,” she said, emphasizing that police are not taking sides or acting as security for pipeline exploration crews being harassed by protesters, who have token support from a couple of dissident members of a Wet’suwet’en clan. Four elected chiefs of the Wet’suwet’en issued their own statement, to correct media coverage that represents the Unist’ot’en as speaking for their communities. “Our Nations support responsible resource development as a way to bring First Nations out of poverty and bring opportunities for our young people,” said Burns Lake Band Chief Dan George. Wet’suwet’en First Nation Chief Karen Ogen said job and benefit agreements for the Coastal GasLink pipeline were entered into after careful consideration, and she objected to protests from outsiders, some from outside the country. “Sustainability means standing on our own two feet, providing our young people with good paying jobs, and reducing the 40 to 60 per cent unemployment we now experience,” Ogen said. Haisla Nation Chief Councillor Ellis Ross has no time for crude oil projects, but he has been working towards gas-related development as long as anyone. Ross spoke out in support of the elected Wet’suwet’en chiefs in their efforts to resolve the dispute with Unist’ot’en members.
“Opposition is the easiest job in the world,” he said. “What is difficult is finding an answer when a First Nations mother has concerns about her child’s future. “Politicians are quick to shout out sound bites and get into camera shots, but where are the cameras when another First Nations member takes their own life or when they pass away from highway/alcohol related deaths?” Ross noted that recent court decisions have put B.C. aboriginal leaders in the best position they have ever had, with governments and development project proponents coming to them “with inclusion in mind”
“Opposition is the easiest job in the world. What is difficult is finding an answer when a First Nations mother has concerns about her child’s future.” Ellis Ross, Haisla Nation Chief Councillor
after decades of resource development that has passed them by. You wouldn’t know it most days, but First Nations along both the Coastal GasLink and Pacific Trails gas pipelines have agreed to them. More aboriginal leaders are getting tired of managing poverty, and misguided protesters.
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THE NEWS/letters Doing some math Editor, The News: Correct me if my math is wrong. We, the taxpayers, are telling the Sally Ann to close the Caring Place. The municipality will provide shelter for 40 people. In reality, we will create 15 new places because we will have to deduct the 25 places that will disappear when the Sally Ann closes shop. Volunteers were asked to help to establish a task force. Out of a population of more than 76,000 people, 35 offered their services. To put it mildly: A staggering lack of interest. Or was the majority smart enough not to fall into this tender trap? Jan de Zeeuw Maple Ridge
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Such disasters are avoidable Editor, The News: Thank you for including some statistics regarding pedestrians being hit while crossing Lougheed Highway without using a crosswalk. Hopefully, it will alert those who seem to believe that they are visible in the middle of the highway during rush hour in the morning and, even more disturbing, those who cross the highway in dark clothing at night, during a drizzle or even in the pour-
ing rain. I observed a driver having a mini nervous breakdown when she suddenly noticed a movement in the middle of the road, swerved to avoid collision, and was acknowledged by the pedestrian with a middle finger salute. That the sun rays were in the line of the driver’s vision bespeak of her quick reaction to an otherwise tragic accident. Drivers are left with mental and
emotional scarring (and so are the pedestrians, believe it or not) from these avoidable disasters. And speaking of avoidable disaster, there is not a day that I do not observe bicycle riders, enjoying the outdoors or going somewhere without wearing safety helmets. Maybe we should not tempt fate so much. Nita Spittel Maple Ridge
Campers will move to new location
online comments Both ways Diane Zutz · Re: Parents angry about needles at schools (The News, Sept. 11). My morals about disease control side with the innocent who have not yet lived long enough to make the poor choices of those who are addicted. Figure out how to make sure there is minimal risk to non-users and children, then revisit the idea of handing out needles. Harm reduction should not be one way, and in favor of the addict. • Sam Mantle · Re: ‘Used needles not a risk’ (The News, Sept. 11). I think a one for one needle exchange would be a great idea. Like collecting bottle/cans for money. Give them 1 clean needle for each he/she brings in even if they aren’t theirs. To the Caring Place or Sleep Country Shelter.
Editor, The News: Bad mistake, Maple Ridge, the closure of the Caring Place Ministries. The city will end up with more homeless people camped out in all areas close to the downtown areas. The mayor thinks a new location will solve the problem. What a joke. You will have people camped out at the new location, as well. Why spend over $200,000 dollars of taxpayers’ money to conduct a survey on the availability of housing the homeless, when all they had to do is ask the Caring Place advocates, who have the stats on hand.
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Oh well, can’t wait for my taxes to go up next year, to pay the bill. One other thing, the city should pick up the needles. That’s its job. That’s why I pay my taxes. I’m sure that a respectable person would love to make $26 an hour doing the job. Pete Senos Maple Ridge
Moving on Editor, The News: I was reading the article regarding the campers on Cliff Avenue. It seems the
mayor is finally trying to do something. It’s a shame she didn’t do something at the beginning, when there was just a couple of tents. Since the spring, the people on Cliff Ave. have put up with a total mess, and nothing has been done to help them. Mayor Nicole Read says council is committed to support our goals as a city, what goals? Why has it taken so long? Let me just say if the campers were camped outside the mayor’s house, they would have been moved immediately. M. Chester Maple Ridge
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Two former inmates, Amanda Inglis and Patricia Block, sued the province to have the program reinstated. Mo Korchinski, a Maple Ridge mother and former inmate, has been a strong advocate for the program and is among those asking why the babies were taken from their mothers this summer. She now has a bachelors degree in social work and works with former inmates as a project coordinator with UBC’s Unlocking the Gates peer mentor program. Korchinski worked with both of the mothers in the court case and said they were “devastated” when their children were taken from them at birth, and put into the foster system. Both women have since been released – they were not serving long sentences. While their children remain in foster care in Maple Ridge, the women have returned to their homes in the Okanagan and in Northern B.C. “There was no immediate danger to those children,” said Korchinski, noting that inmates are on camera, and there is a strict rule that only mothers have access to the babies. Korchinski said women who are released from prison generally do not reoffend when they are
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Anton visited after Supreme Court Justice Carol Ross ruled in December 2013 that the government’s decision to shut down the program was unconstitutional. new mothers. “Having that purpose and hope when you’re released makes all the difference if someone is going to turn their life around.” The women’s prison, on Alouette Road near 249th Street, opened in 2004, and previously housed male inmates. The following year it began the infant program, allowing 12 mothers to live with their children at the prison. Corrections stopped the program in 2008, citing an increase in prison population, and unsafe conditions for the babies. It said the mothers used marijuana, got into fights, and left their babies unsupervised. However, a doctor and a therapist who both worked at the prison testified that the program
was beneficial to mothers and their babies, and had a positive impact on the general prison population. In the six years the program was closed, 23 incarcerated women who gave birth at the prison had their babies placed in foster care, until courts ruled the program should be reinstated. Dr. Martin’s letter also asked that the B.C. Ministry of Justice endorse the document “Guidelines for Implementation of Mother-Child Units in Canadian Correctional Facilities,” which was developed after the court ruling in 2013. The guidelines are designed to “promote stability and continuity for mother-child health and bonding to build strong parental relationships in and beyond the cor-
rectional facility,” Martin wrote. “Throughout the world, incarcerated women tend to be young and of childbearing age, often lacking financial resources and poorly educated, and therefore babies born to incarcerated women must be specifically included within the Families first of B.C. policy,” she said. The guidelines planning committee members included Brenda Tole, a retired warden of ACCW, and Korchinski. Anton said in a statement that the ministry cannot comment on specific cases due to privacy laws, but that each decision about participation in the program is made on a case-by-case basis. “B.C. Corrections looks at things such as each woman’s risk assessment at ACCW, history of offences and any court orders prohibiting contact with children. Child protection decisions are made by the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) and are approached the same way whether the mother is incarcerated or a member of the general community. If a woman has applied to the Mother-Child Program and MCFD has child protection concerns, B.C. Corrections waits for MCFD’s independent decision to be made prior to finalizing the application.”
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saying council could revert back to the previous system at any point. “We’ll give it a try. It’s still at the whim of council,” he added. “It’s probably a positive change.” Councillors who served as acting mayor got a boost to their annual councillor’s salary, which is about $42,000 a year, while the mayor makes $99,000. Coun. Gordy Robson also supported the change and said he had tried to make the same one when he was mayor between 2005 and 2008. Speirs said as the City of Maple Ridge grows,
so must its democratic practices and it must grow and change over time. He’d be willing to look at expanding council from its current limit of seven councillors, including the mayor, to nine councillors. Maple Ridge’s population is large enough that it can have a nineperson council. A previous council voted to keep the number at seven. “I think we should talk about it,” Speirs said. “We’re a growing community and we have to grow our democracy along with our size.”
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Literacy program needs volunteers Provincial funding reduced By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com
The adult literacy group in Maple Ridge is still struggling for funding, and needs volunteer tutors to continue doing its work. Elaine Yamamoto, the literacy outreach facilitator for the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Community Literacy Committee, said funding from the province has dropped by about $6,000 this year, which is significant in a budget of approximately $30,000, from various funding sources. The non-profit group has to stretch its funding, and Yamamoto said it is looking for volunteers who will commit to one-onone tutoring for adult learners in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. Much of the funding is used to train volunteers.
The range of need varies from client to client. “Adult literacy can be whatever the adult wants,” Yamamoto said. “They may want to be able to write emails to their grandchildren, be able to read recipes, or get support for a course they are taking.” According to the Canadian Literacy and Learning Network, 42 per cent of Canadian adults between the ages of 16 and 65 have low literacy skills. And it can hold them back. Of the people who test lowest for literacy, only 20 per cent are employed. “There is still a stigma attached to coming forward with low adult literacy,” said Yamamoto. “They can start where they need to start, whether it’s learning ABCs, or secondary accreditation.” She said much of the demand comes from the ESL community. Volunteers with the
literacy committee are trained, and are asked to make a one-year commitment. The opportunity to volunteer is open to anyone, provided they have a good grasp of English reading and writing skills themselves. Yamamoto said the committee provides significant services to the cities it serves. It runs ESL groups and book clubs. The Learning Room at the Ceed Centre offers drop-in literacy services on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings. There, people can get help filling in forms, filling out their taxes or other literacyrelated support The committee is in a state of change, as it deals with demands for funding. The group also had its co-chairs resign this year, and has a new chair in Lynn Easton – a writer and editor with a passion for adult literacy, said Yamamoto. The provincial government recently an-
nounced a grant of $8,427 “to provide residents of Maple Ridge with the literacy skills they need to participate in B.C.’s growing economy.” That is a portion of the $30,000 in funding the group has. “Community adult literacy programs deliver training close to home,” said Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows MLA Doug Bing. “Our government wants to make sure all British Columbians have the skills they need to find rewarding careers.” The grant comes from $2.4 million government has invested in community adult literacy programs in 75 B.C. communities in 2015-16. • Anyone interested in volunteering can contact Yamamoto at 604-721-3738, or email facilitator@communityliteracy.ca. For more information about community adult literacy programs, visit: http://www.aved.gov. bc.ca/literacy/welcome. htm.
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RCMP are investigating a suspicious incident that occurred Monday in Silver Valley, where a man offered a teenage girl a ride in a vehicle. The teenaged girl was walking near 228th Street and 137th Avenue around 7:40 a.m., when a man approached her on foot and offered her a ride. When the girl declined his offer, police said the male insisted. The girl then saw a friend, so she walked away from the man. At no time did the male attempt to grab or use any physical force toward the girl, said Const. Amanda Harnett. When the victim went to be with her friend, the male left in an unknown direction. He is described as Caucasian, 40 to 50 years old, with grey and brown hair, balding on top but short and curly on the sides. He is about 6’0’’ and lanky. It is not known what he was wearing, but the girl described him to investigators as potentially having “mental health issues.â€? • Anyone with information is asked to call Ridge Meadows RCMP at 604-463-6251. To remain anonymous, call CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or leave a tip online at www.solvecrime. ca. CrimeStoppers will pay a reward of up to $2,000 for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
Narcan and taken to hospital. Caring Place executive director Darrell Pilgrim was relieved and happy that the man pulled through, and was thankful for a quick response by paramedics. He said the Salvation Army faces the potential for drug overdoses among its clients on a daily basis. “We deal with people who are using drugs every day,� said Pilgrim, and added that an overdose can be part of the “unfortunate circumstances� of trying to help people who are living on the streets. Pilgrim said the overdose victim is no longer staying at the shelter. “We are happy we were able to help him in his time of need.�
Officer injured in Pitt chase A Ridge Meadows RCMP officer was injured during a scuffle with a man and a woman on Monday. Monday, about 6:15 p.m., police were chasing the pair, who police said were riding “unlicensed vehicles�
on Allen Way in Pitt Meadows. An officer managed to catch the female at Fraser Way and Bonson Road. However, according to RCMP, her male companion came up behind the officer and pulled him backwards. “Our officer was able to fight the man off and gain control of him, but the incident has left our officer injured a n d he will be off d u t y,� s a i d Supt. Dave Fleugel. Police have “no tolerance for this type of behaviour in our community and are using all legal means to ensure there is criminal justice accountability.� Randolph Andrew Gordyn, 49, of Pitt Meadows, has been charged with failing to stop for police, obstructing a peace officer, and possession of a controlled substance. Gordyn appeared in Port Coquitlam pro-
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Pharmacy in Ridge robbed A man wearing a wig robbed a pharmacy in Maple Ridge on Saturday. He entered Golden Ears Pharmacy, on 228th Street, Saturday, Sept. 5, around noon. He was we ar i ng a disguise a n d climbed over a counter and gained access to a safe, which contained narcotics. He then took off in a grey-blue SUV, possibly a BMW. RCMP couldn’t conform what quantity of drugs were stolen. The suspect is between 5’9� and six feet and was wearing a black wig, darkrimmed sunglasses and a red T-shirt over top a black shirt, jeans and black and white running shoes. No weapon was seen during the robbery.
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something more exotic, like coconut or skittles, please feel free to bring some along to add to your bar. Also on at the museum is our 2015 temporary exhibit “From Home to the Front,” featuring events of 1915 both at home and on the western front as presented in letters between two fictional friends. While at the museum you can also check out the first of our listening centres that feature extracts from oral history recordings with pioneers and other former Pitt Meadows residents. This first listening centre features the memories of Lil Shimoda (formerly Kimiko Kubota) who, as a child, was moved, along with her parents, by the Canadian government to Manitoba from Pitt Meadows in 1942.
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This recording is an addition to the Japanese Canadian Hall area of our Buildings through Time exhibit and was developed by a museum youth volunteer Mark Chen, who has been working on enhancing the Japanese Canadian holdings in the archives at the museum. Mark travelled to Win-
nipeg this past summer to interview Lil and also Roy Kaita, who, as a 17 year old, was also forced to leave Pitt Meadows as part of the internments of 1942. Mark continues to seek out individuals to interview, including former Japanese Canadian residents and also people with memories of the Pitt Polder area before, during and after the Blom years. If interested, drop by the museum and talk to Mark on any Sunday afternoon this fall and winter and he will schedule an appointment to do an interview. Culture Days takes place from Sept. 25-27. Please take some time, visit and support the arts in your community. Leslie Norman is curator at Pitt Meadows Museum.
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James just floatin’ down the river Video features tubing the Alouette
He grew up in Maple Ridge and Mission, picked up drumsticks in the fourth grade, graduated to piano soon after, and by the age of 13 was writing his own music. That musicianship was recognized when he was nominated by the B.C. Country Music Association for their all-star band as a keyboardist. When he finished high school, James set out to become a musician, and spent every dime recording songs with Cavern Recording Studio in Abbotsford. At 19 he hired musicians and formed the Peter James Band. They rehearsed in an old multi-level jam apartment in a seedy corner of Vancouver and started booking shows. Touring, he met musician Steve Marshall, and they collaborated on the album Roxy Roller, and and “celebrated some chart action with the track Irie,” says his bio.
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“Got no worries, ain’t in a hur-ray… Just floatin’ down the river.” Kids jumping off the rocks and into Davidson’s Pool. Old timers sitting in the Alouette River enjoying a cold one on a hot day. And people jumping into their inner tubes at Hot Rocks to go for a float. It’s part of a Huckleberry Finn pastime that has been woven into the fabric of summertime culture in Maple Ridge, and a local musician has brought it to life. The Peter James Band filmed Floatin’ Down the River on the stretch of the Alouette that runs from Hot Rocks to Davidson’s Pool in July.
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Music took him all over the world. The band toured B.C., Dubai and Thailand where James decided to stay and earn his living as a musician, producer and composer. After 10 years of living in Thailand, James was asked to play in a band called Déjà vu, to tour in Bangkok and Abu Dhabi in the
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months, and wrote the songs for his debut country music album. He was floating on the Pacific Pearl in Australia, on a contract that provided the seed money for his new recording. Around the world and back again, James returned home in May 2015 with a wealth of experience and his debut Country album Livin’ For The Summer, which he calls a tribute to
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Maple Ridge’s Bruce Perkin shows off the four National Hot Rod Association trophies he’s won over the course of his 40-plus years in drag racing. sport has evolved. “When I first started racing it was the competition that I loved,” said Perkin. “But now, as the years have gone by, it’s the technology of the sport that’s changed so much.” He said with the advent of on-board computers has transformed every aspect of the of the race car. No detail is missed, the slight changes can be made. Monitoring everything from the exhaust, drive-shaft speed to oil pressure and everything in between, every ounce of horsepower is there for the taking. It’s just a matter of knowing what to look for, he said. “You make one run on any given track and you can go back and tune it perfectly. It’s one of the things that keeps your interest alive.” Part of what else has kept that desire alive has been his 30-plus year partnership with Lordco. Another advantage is the ability to work on his own cars. The hundreds of hours of maintenance he spends over the course of a season for just five or six races would put him in the poor house, he laughs. In total, Perkin has won three National Hot Rod Association divisional events, has set 10 national records and has finished in the top five of the Division 6 point standings more than four times.
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is filled with a minimum of 10 stamps, you can enter your for a chance to win a beautiful art piece donated by one of the participating artists. Join the participating Arts Crawl artists at the Culture Days Summer Market on Sept. 26, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. alongside the Haney Farmers’ Market. Find the complete list of participating businesses and artists by visiting downtownmapleridge. ca or calling 604-467-2420, or look for the stop signs on their doors.
Sept. 16 • Early Literacy: On Wednesday, Sept. 16 from 10:15-11:15 a.m. parents and caregivers are invited to a hands-on event at the Pitt Meadows Library, teaching them how to play with their baby or toddler and encourage early literacy at the same time. Come to play and go away with ideas to try at home. This program is best suited for babies and toddlers who are two years or young
Sept. 19 • Trivia night: Friends of the Library Annual Trivia Night - Saturday, Sept. 19 at 7-9 p.m. at the Pitt Meadows Library. The Friends of the Library are happy to continue the tradition of an annual Trivia Night, following the success of past two years. Come by yourself or come as a team. Limited to 10 teams with a maximum of six people per team. Prizes and refreshments are provided. Tickets are $10 each and are available at the library.
Sept. 18 • Ridge Meadows Hospice Society presents a fundraiser at The Haney Public House (22222 Lougheed Hwy.), with Centrefield – the music of John Fogerty and CCR. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 9:15 p.m. There will be a 50-50 draw, silent auction and a burger and a drink fundraiser. Tickets available at the Ridge Meadows Hospice Society (102-22320 119th Ave. or at the thrift store #3-12011 224th St. • Arts crawl: The Downtown Maple Ridge Arts Crawl runs from Sept. 18-28. A number of businesses in Maple Ridge have turned into ‘pop-up galleries’, featuring the works of local artists and artisans. Print a passport from www.downtownmapleridge.ca or pick one up at a participating business, then visit businesses and view the art to receive a stamp on your passport. When your passport
Sept. 20 • All faiths: On Sunday, Sept. 20 Holy Spirit Anglican Church is planning a special “Neighbourhood Service” and inviting the residents of Whonnock. All faiths or none - all will be welcome to enjoy the beautiful and peaceful surroundings of the historic church. Holy Spirit Anglican Church, is located at 27123 River Rd. in Whonnock. • Terry Fox run: The Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Terry Fox Run will be held on Sunday, Sept. 20, starting and ending at Spirit Square in Pitt Meadows. Event-day registration begins at 8:30 a.m., and the run begins at 10 a.m. Walkers, cyclists, strollers and leashed dogs are all welcome, for distances of one, five or 10 km. All proceeds to cancer research. Sept. 23 • Babytimes: Wednes-
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Ongoing • The Secret book study meets up every Thursday from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Maple Ridge Library, second floor. Free to attend, and for more information, contact Jenn at 604-353-8799 or
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MICHALUK, Nick 1943 - 2015 Nick age 72, passed away on the morning of September 7th 2015 at Ridge Meadows Hospital in Maple Ridge, BC. He was born on February 6th 1943 in Wildwood, AB to Alex and Nadia Michaluk. Nick’s family moved to BC in 1946 where he grew up and graduated from high school. After high school he worked for Woodward’s and Canada Safeway for 41 years. In his spare time, Nick would be found enjoying his passion for curling, fishing, hunting, sports and spending time with friends and family. A loving father and grandfather, Nick is survived by his daughter Pamela Saben, his grandson Nickolas Saben, his sister Nellie Olynyk and many other relatives. Nick was preceded in death by his parents Alex and Nadia. Nick was laid to rest Monday, September 14th 2015 at Forest Lawn Funeral Home and Cemetery, 3789 Royal Oak Ave in Burnaby, BC.
FRANKLIN, June It is with great sadness that the family of June Franklin announces her passing. She was a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. June was predeceased by the love of her life Bob in 2011. She is survived by her children Ann (Terry), Sue (Gord), Rob (Lois), Kathy (Will), Jim (Cathy) and son-in-law Jim (Ellen), 11 grandchildren Shelley, Steve (Amber), Byron (Pamela), Sara (Graham), Jim (Christine), Adam (Hayley), Stephanie (Shane), Christine (Bruce), Shari, Cayley and Patrick and 14 great grandchildren. June was born in North Vancouver and came back to live at the Lilley farm when she was six. She was the oldest grandchild of John & Anna Lilley who were long time Maple Ridge residents. She attended Alexander Robinson Elementary and McLean High School. She served in the army at Camp Borden Ontario and came back & married Bob in 1946. Her greatest love was raising her family. June was an avid gardener, knitter, scrapbooker and reader. She worked at the Maple Ridge Library for many years and was also an active member of the Ladies Auxiliary in the Maple Ridge Legion, Branch 88. Special thanks to Dr. Chapman and the staff at the Maple Ridge Seniors Village for their wonderful care of Mom. June will be greatly missed by all who knew her and will be remembered by all of the lives that she touched. She was a great and wonderful lady. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 19th, 2015 at 1:00pm at Burnett Fellowship Baptist Church, 20639 - 123 Ave, Maple Ridge In lieu of flowers donations may be made to BC Children’s Hospital or the MS Society of Canada.
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FOUND; 4 golf clubs in Meadow Town Centre in Pitt Meadows on Sat. September 5th. Please call to identify (604)465-7470
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EXP JEWELLERY SALESPERSON 24-30 hrs per week. Must be avail. days, weekends & some evenings. Apply in person 11811 - 224th St. Maple Ridge or via email: goldrush@telus.net
PART-TIME COOK WANTED Must have Food Safe Prep work required.
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
CASHIER - P/T req’d by ESSO, Pitt Meadows. Apply in person: 17998 Lougheed Hwy. Call 604-825-0587.
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
FLAG PEOPLE. Must be Cert & have car. Full-Time. Med/Dental $15-$21 p/hr post Probation. Pls send resume to trshaw@bcroadsafe.com or visit bcroadsafe.com Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca
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HELPER- Full Time - required for Maple Ridge Landscaping Co. Exp. an asset, but not essential. Must be physically able to perform landscaping tasks. Call John 604-465-4629
ASSISTANT NEEDED for our Youth Program in Maple Ridge PART-TIME POSITION FLEXIBLE HOURS
Please call Mon - Fri, after 8pm (604)410-0063 . HIRING FLAGGERS. Must be certified! $15-$18/hr. 604-575-3944
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FOUND: SET OF KEYS incl Honda car keys & FOB on Lanyard, found mid-August on horsetrail at 128th & 227th, Maple Ridge. Call to identify. 604-467-1635. LOST: CAMERA in a red strapped case, between Haney Place Mall & Library on Thursday, Sept 9th. Please call 604-462-9664.
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES GET FREE VENDING MACHINES Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year. All Cash-Locations Provided. Protected Territories. Interest Free Financing. Full Details CALL NOW 1-866-668-6629 Website WWW.TCVEND.COM. HIP OR KNEE REPLACEMENT? Arthritic Conditions/COPD? Restrictions in Walking / Dressing? Disability Tax Credit $2,000. Tax Credit $20,000 Refund. Apply Today For Assistance: 1-844-453-5372.
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WELLNESS CONSULTANTS NEEDED CHOICES MARKETS IS EXPANDING TO ABBOTSFORD! If you haven’t met us before, we’re an independent, family owned grocer with a focus on local, organic and specialty foods. We like to act small, but think big with our focus on personal health and environmental sustainability. We don’t just sell health, as we have Registered Dietitians and Holistic Nutritionists on staff to educate consumers and employees alike. We’re always growing, and have plans to expand further in the near future. So, now that we’re moving in to the neighbourhood, our family needs new faces to fill the new store! We have full-time and part-time opportunities available in our Abbotsford Wellness Department for motivated, customer-oriented individuals. We value self-starters, risk takers, independent thinkers and problem solvers.
REQUIREMENTS: • Possess a Registered Holistic Nutritionist (RHN) designation or are working toward your RHN. • Ability to provide excellent customer service in the area of natural and alternative living. • You must be a person who is friendly, patient, understanding and can assist customers in finding products that will suit their specific needs. • Have the drive to stay current with trends and product in the healthcare field • Must love local! We strive to support local producers above all else. • Sustainability minded. We practice what we preach, and want our employees to share our approach towards respecting our environment. • Open availability, including weekends and evenings.
THE PERKS: • Local Management. Choices headquarters is and always will be in metro Vancouver. • We only sell the best. You can actually be proud of the products you carry. • Develop relationships with the community. Work one-on-one with product suppliers, local distributors and community organizations. • Opportunities to attend industry events and travel throughout North America. • Benefits. Including health and dental. • Hiring within. As a rapidly growing company, we always look for familiar talent within our ranks before hiring from outside. • Weekly pay, a company discount, staff meal plan and flexible hours.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please send your resume and cover letter in to abbotsfordjobs@choicesmarkets.com
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PERSON required for food production & packaging. Some heavy lifting req’d Fax resume to 604-944-6304 or email terry@oldcountrypasta.com
Sales Associate P/T sales associate required for a well known appliance retailer. Previous sales/customer service exp. would be an asset. Strong team player needed to add to our experienced sales team. Will train suitable candidate. Send resume or Bring to:
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LABOURERS
BUSY Delta based restoration company is now hiring. We will be looking at people with or without experience. Also looking for experienced carpet cleaners and asbestos abatement experience. Driver’s license and the willingness to work over-time is a must send resume to patrick.munton@precisionrestorations.com
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Haney Sewing and Sound Attn: Don Sheppard 22381 Dewdney Trunk Road Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X3J4
INSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE
.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca
Experience in moulding, millwork, doors and interior finishing detail required. Full-time Mon to-Fri. We offer Competitive wages & health benefits after 3 months. Fax: 604-513-1194 Email: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com
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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
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HOUSEKEEPER AVAIL NOW. Taking new clients. Great Refs. Call anytime 1-604-302-9291
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Available routes in Maple Ridge 40000064 - 111A Ave, 112 Ave, 237 St, 238 St, Kanaka Way. 40220250 - 125A Ave, 126 Ave, 220 St, 220A St. 40220257 - 124 Ave, 126 Ave, 219 St, Harkness Crt, Higgins Crt, Highview Pl, Isaac Cres. 40220262 - 124 Ave, 216 St, Exeter Ave, Spring Cres, Thornton Ave. 40220264 - 123 Ave, 124 Ave, 216 St Evans St, Manor Ave. 40220270 - 123 Ave, 124 Ave, 221 St, Canuck Cres, Gray St. 40310307 - 113 Ave, 114 Ave, 207 St, Lorne Ave. 40310313 - 119 Ave, 210 St, 212 St, Cook St, Laity St. 40320370 - 123 Ave, 201 St, 202 St, 203 St, Allison St, Chatwin Ave, Davenport Dr, McIvor Ave. 40320384 - 124 Ave, 125 Ave, 209 St, Blanshard St, Meadow Pl. 40330332 - 113 Ave, 114 Ave, 115 Ave, 205 St, Barclay St, Latvalia Ln, Lorne Ave, Maple Cres, West¿eld Ave. 40330333 - Charlton St, Chigwell St, Ditton St, Eltham St, Hampton St, Kent St, Lorne Ave, Princess St. 40330337 - 116 Ave, 203 St.
Available routes in Pitt Meadows 41011003 - 120 Ave, 120B Ave, 121 Ave, 121A Ave, 121B Ave, 193A St, Blakely Rd. 41011005 - 118B Ave, 119 Ave, 193 St, Blakely Rd 41011010 - Wildwood Cres N, Wildwood Pl. 41011022 - Bonson Rd, Maple Pl, Somerset Dr. 41011024 - 119 Ave, Hammond Rd. 41011030 - Cobblestone Ln, Fieldston Wlk, Harris Rd, Steamstone Wlk.
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The Agassiz Harrison Observer, a once a week, award winning community newspaper has an immediate opening for an editor/reporter. STORM & FALL Clean-ups ROOF & GUTTER Cleaning Power Washing Paving / Retaining Walls Artificial Turf Installation Landscape Design / Installation & Maintenance Over 25 yrs experience. mygardenerlandscaping.ca
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MECHANICS WANTED Career Need a lift? Are you looking to work for a stable company?
Candidates should have a diploma/degree in journalism, or a related field.
As a leader in Western Canada’s material handling industry, Arpac is seeking an experienced Mechanic (with a Journeyperson ticket in either Automotive/ Heavy Duty Mechanics) for our Delta location.
The Agassiz Harrison Observer is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest privately held, independent newspaper company with more than 150 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii.
Thank you to all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.
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The editor will have a passion for, and is comfortable with, all aspects of multimedia journalism including diverse writing capabilities and advanced photography and video skills. You have a track record of turning around well-written, fact-based, concise, well-produced content quickly, for posting online immediately—with collateral (text, photos and video). You have demonstrable skills in all aspects of web journalism and a strong grasp of social media best practices (Twitter, Facebook, etc.).
Those interested should email a resume, writing samples and a cover letter to: Carly Ferguson publisher@ahobserver.com Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm Sunday, September 20, 2015.
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Reporting to the publisher, the editor/reporter will be instrumental in guiding the overall strategic direction of the Agassiz Harrison Observer. The successful candidate will possess above average leadership skills, will be a strong communicator, pay attention to detail and can work under pressure in a deadline driven environment.
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We offer a competitive compensation package (including Competitive Wages, RRSP Program, Extended Health Benefits, and a Company Vehicle). Find out more about this exciting opportunity by visiting http://www.arpac.ca or apply to: careers@arpac.ca or fax 604-940-4082. .Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).
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In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On December 12, 2012, at the 22800 block of 125A Avenue, Maple Ridge, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the RCMP CFSEU seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $7,130 CAD, on or about 16:00 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 5(2) (Possession for purpose of trafficking) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2015-3054, is subject to forfeiture under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of
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OFFICE TWO INDIVIDUAL SPACE OFFICES FOR • 10’ X 8.5’ available RENT • Includes heat, A/C & window 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.
22722 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge 604-463-7277 Monday - Friday 9 am - 9 pm • Saturday 9 am - 6 pm • Sunday 10 am - 6 pm
* Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet
12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certified Crime Free Buildings
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Custom Embroidery Centre on Premises • Locally Owned and Operated
Great Location
Queen Anne Apts.
PETS
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APARTMENT/CONDO
359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL
www.jonesbroscartageltd.com
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#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle REMOVAL ~~ ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT ~~ $$$ PAID FOR SOME. 604.683.2200
2 Bedroom Apartments BRIGHT & LARGE
JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
GREAT SAVINGS
NEVER IRON PANTS
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
Onsite Manager
AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.
ALL MEN’S
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Launch Ramp with 3 lines and ample parking for tracks and trailers
NORTH STARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com AMAZING WORK, AMAZING VALUE! 778.245.9069
MEN’S QUILTED ® BOMBER WITH T-MAX
2000 VW PASSAT for parts, runs, needs transmission, $1,000. obo. Call 604-302-3281.
748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION
NEW & USED Call Chuck at 604-830-1960 ~ your local SRI dealer ~
FREE ESTIMATES
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
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821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
$75 OFF 1ST MONTH
Rooms from $445/mo. Fully Furn, weekly maid service, cable TV, private bath, on bus route, 5/min walk to commuter rail.
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New SRI *1296 s/f Double wides fr $94,900. *New SRI 14’ wides fr $72,900. Repossessed mobile homes from $1900. www.glenbrookhomes.net
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING
and shown to have **Independently tested 30 washes. the best appearance after
Automatic, P/S, V8. Frame off restoration. MINT! 604-459-8341.
ROOMS FOR RENT
CENTRAL MAPLE RIDGE house to share, all utils incl. Near amens & WCE. $500/mo. 778-689-8424
WCB Covered
Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
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1954 Ford Customline Coupe
Call 604-467-3944 1989 14x70 in Ruskin MHP w/View Fam./Pet ok. $42,900 w/$575pad Financing avail. 604-830-1960
Years of Experience
RENTALS: These listings cover all types of rentals from apartments, condos, office space, houseboats and vacation homes. So if you’re in the market to rent, or looking for a roommate, start here. bcclassified.com
CANADA’S #1 NEVER IRON SHIRT.
604-463-3000
mikes hauling 604-516-9237
~We accept Visa & Mastercard~
Interlawn Landscape Services Commercial / Res. 604-356-9273 www.interlawnlandscapes.com
Rick Medhurst Royal LePage Realty
22222 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge Inquire in person between 9am - 3pm or
DN Painting
604 - 720 - 2009
312 MAINTENANCE SERVICES
CARS - DOMESTIC
Unbelievable Rates, Starting at $495/month. Various sizes 320sf. - 2000sf. Various downtown locations. Updated and well maintained.
Haney Motor Hotel
Top Quality/Affordable Prices Exterior/Interior Drywall Repair
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
PICK-UP ...... or .... DELIVERY
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
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OFFICE/RETAIL
Maple Ridge Office & Retail Space
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REAL ESTATE
MOVING & STORAGE
MIRACLE MOVING
17607 Ford Road Pitt Meadows
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Check out the Employment and Career Opportunity sections in bcclassified.com
604-465-1311
all soils are tested for Optimum growing requirements.
STEEL BUILDINGS... “SUMMER MADNESS SALE!” All Buildings, All Models. You’ll think we’ve gone MAD DEALS. Call Now and get your DEAL. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca.
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TRANSPORTATION
The Scrapper
Meadows Landscape Supply
320
MISC. FOR SALE
RENTALS
Look who’s hiring!
$59.00 Per Ton
When QUALITY Matters
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#1 IN RATES & SERVICE. Lic’d/Ins. Local Plumber. Drains, gas, renos etc. Bonded. Chad 1-877-861-2423
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. 604-380-2932
TONY’’S PAINTING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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INVACARE Electric bed. Excellent condition. Includes mattress. $800 OBO Maple Ridge. 604.250.8115
PLUMBING
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
778-322-2378 Lower Mainland 604-996-8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
1 Female, 3 Male blue Purebred 1st shots, tails / d c removed. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN Pet homes. $1000. 604-308-5665
Contact Jim at 604-476-2720
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GREAT STYLE FOR WORK AND PLAY Scrubs that move, fit & feel better Comfortable, durable scrubs with just the right amount of stretch for a fit that stays flattering and moves with ease. THE SCRUB CLUB Buy 5 HEALTH-PRO® scrub tops or bottoms, get the 6th one
FREE
*Scrub Club Card and details available in-store
SAVE 20%
ALL HEALTHWEAR Stretch and Flex Scrubs Our Reg. $31.99-$32.99 SALE
LADIES X-TWEED & ARCTIC TWIST Three layers for warmth, comfort and flexibility • Water Resistant • Windproof • Breathable Made in Canada Reg $124.99
SALE 50% OFF
$25.59–$26.39
ONLY AT MARKS MAPLE RIDGE 5 DAYS ONLY BRUSHED BR BRUSHED B RU USSHE HED ED RA R AYO ON RAYON RAYON PLAID PPLAID PL LA AIID SHIRT SHIR SH IRT Our Ou O ur Re R Reg. egg.. $39.99 $39 39.9 9.999 SHIRT
POCKET-FRONT SWEATER Our Reg. $49.99 POCKET-FRONT SWEATER SALE 2ND Our Reg. $49.99 ITEM $24.99 SALE
2NDMID ITEM MIA RISE $24.99 SKINNY JEANS MIA MID RISE SKINNY Our Reg.JEANS $49.99
SALE S ALE Our 2 NDReg. ITEM 2ND ITEM $39.99 $ 19.99 $19.99
SALE 2ND ITEM $19.99
MIA 5-POCKET MIA 5-POCKET SKINNY JEANS SKINNY JEANS Our $49.99 OurReg. Reg. $49.99 SALE SALEITEM 2ND 2ND ITEM $24.99 $24.99
CARDI COAT Our Reg. $49.99
SALE 2ND ITEM $24.99
Our Reg. $49.99
SALE SALE 2ND ITEM $24.99 2ND ITEM $24.99 DH3 JEANS Assorted colours, DH3 JEANS washes and styles. Assorted colours, Our Reg. washes and styles. Our Reg. $49.99–$59.99 $49.99–$59.99
SALE SALE 2ND 2ND ITEM ITEM $24.99–$29.99 $24.99–$29.99
WOVEN-BACK WOVEN-BACK Our Reg. TEE $29.99 FOOLER Our Reg. $29.99 SALE 2ND SALE ITEM $14.99 2ND ITEM
$14.99
MIA MID RISE STRAIGHT-LEG JEANS Our MID Reg.RISE MIA STRAIGHT-LEG $59.99 JEANS
SALE SALE 2ND ITEM 2ND ITEM $29.99 Our Reg. $59.99
$29.99
PIGMENT-DYED GRAPHIC Our Reg. $49.99TEE SALE ITEM Our Reg.2ND $29.99 $24.99 CARDI COAT
SALE 2ND
PIGMENT-DYED ITEM $14.99 GRAPHIC TEE Our Reg. $29.99
SALE 2ND ITEM JOGGER PANTS $14.99 Our Reg. $49.99 JOGGER PANTS
SALE 2ND
Our Reg. $49.99
SALE 2ND ITEM ITEM $24.99 $24.99
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20758 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge
604-463-7277
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