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Marilyn Koyanagi (top) and Shirley Zimmerman show some of the items that have been donated since her appeal to friends and family last week.
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ing room and home office were piled with bags coming here. The response we’ve had has been and boxes full of all manner of items, and the overwhelming, and it really shows there are a offers to give more haven’t let up. lot of people that want them here,â€? she said. “It’s just been snowballing,â€? said friend Shirley “This shows the majority of people are very Zimmerman, as she and the Koyanagis pre- caring and very giving.â€? pared to sort items for baby “kitsâ€? that will be Koyanagi noted that if Canada had been less distributed through the Mennowelcoming to refugees years nite Central Committee in bags â??The response we’ve had ago, “we would not have a son.â€? handmade by the two women. In 1980, the couple adopted has been overwhelming, Each will be stuffed with two and it really shows there a six-week-old boy whose parsleepers, two nightshirts, four were among the thousands are a lot of people that ents diapers, four safety pins, a bar of of Vietnamese “boat peopleâ€? want them here.â?ž soap, a receiving blanket, a cap who came to Canada in 1980. and a pair of socks. Now 35, Mathew Koyanagi Marilyn Koyanagi Koyanagi said the outpouring donated “quite a large chunkâ€? of support for the effort backs her assertion of his wardrobe and other items to his parents’ that reported opposition to helping the refu- drive. gees is not reflecting the true picture. Many He said by email that his views on the crisis people want to help, she said. are not limited to just Syria, “but to all refugees “There was such negative press about the from around the globe.â€? number of people that didn’t want the refugees i see page 4
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A South Surrey effort to rally supplies for Syrian refugees who are coming to the city has received a response beyond anything imagined, organizers say. “It just kind of exploded,â€? said Marilyn Koyanagi, of an appeal for winter coats issued last week through social media and a flyer. “We have a living room full of bags‌ clothing, household items, lots and lots of bedding, lots of winter clothing, coats for all ages, baby things.â€? Koyanagi said taking on a charitable project at Christmas is an annual tradition for her and her husband, Shiro. Thinking of the hundreds of Syrian refugees expected to arrive in Surrey by the end of February – the federal government has committed to settle 25,000 nationwide – Shiro suggested they focus on a coat drive, to help them keep warm. Within days, the Koyanagis’ living room, din-
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Residents and at least one city councillor are looking for answers after the latest round of ‘vegetation removal’ along White Rock’s Marine Drive hillside. City staff say the work, which launched in the spring, was necessary to “maintain slope stability,� however, Coun. David Chesney, a longtime opponent of tree removal on ‘the hump,’ told Peace Arch News this week he believes the city has been “disingenuous.� “It’s to improve the view for some of the people on the hillside,� Chesney said Wednesday. “Why don’t they just come straight out and tell the people in the community, look, we made a promise and told these people we’re going to take these trees out and we took them out. End David Chesney of story.� councillor In letters to PAN and in comments online, residents have described the state of the hillside as “so sad,� “despicable� and “devastation.� Greg St. Louis, the city’s director of engineering and operations, did not return phone calls on the matter but in an email to PAN sent late Wednesday evening, he said his department’s “primary focus remains on the reconstruction of the Marine Drive retaining wall and eradication of invasive species.� He said that in undertaking the work, crews uncovered a retaining wall in poor condition that was not known to the city or listed on previous reports. i see page 4
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New shelter to keep up with demand Kevin Diakiw Black Press
A new homeless shelter is on the way for Cloverdale. The Surrey Homelessness and Housing Society (SHHS) has kicked off a fundraising drive for the Bill Reid Memorial Shelter, which is to include 16 shelter and 12 transition beds when complete. The shelter has been in the works for some time, but fundraising and the official name for the shelter were just unveiled this week. The SHHS will name the facility after the late Bill Reid, a former Surrey MLA, B.C. minister of tourism and Cloverdale business leader. There’s little question among people behind the project that it should be named after “Mr. Cloverdale.” He was an immense
supporter of the project and the homeless. The SHHS plans to raise $300,000 to put towards the $4-million facility, which will be largely paid for by BC Housing. “This $300,000 is really showing the community’s commitment to the project,” said Surrey Coun. Vera LeFranc. She estimates the project is a year-and-ahalf away from breaking ground. “I would think 2017, probably spring.” Reid supported the creation of the existing 10-bed shelter, south of Highway 10 near 176 Street. It is now unable to meet demand and the SHHS is planning to build the new space adjacent to the current building on Colebrook Road. One unique feature is the ability to bring pets to the facility. Many homeless people
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An artist’s rendering of the planned shelter. refuse to come in out of the cold because they can’t bring their dogs with them. Pets are often important to those who struggle with social isolation. In some instances, a dog is a homeless person’s best friend. Options Community Services Society, which will operate the shelter, hopes petfriendly space will allow them to help more people in a more compassionate manner.
The shelter will also operate as a farm. The idea is to provide a positive work experience to help break the cycle of poverty. The shelter will provide volunteer opportunities using a farming concept geared towards helping residents re-establish their work and social skills. It’s hoped gardening will offer benefits to those dealing with trauma, mental health issues or physical barriers. Options plans to establish links with Kwantlen Polytechnic University and with local nurseries and greenhouses. In future, the farm may even generate revenue from gardening to offset operating costs, with a portion of the harvest for food banks. For information, visit surreyhomeless.ca/ bill-reid-memorial-shelter/
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John Lee Sanders (above) brought his sounds of the south to the Peninsula Sunday at his fifth Gospel and Blues Christmas Concert at White Rock Baptist Church. The Louisiana native, known as a ‘triple-threat’ – vocals, keyboards and saxophone – was accompanied by a seven-piece band, including Gary Comeau on fiddle (top left), at the Peninsula Productions show.
Child’s death inspires non-profit advocacy organization Teagan’s Voice
Still no trial date one year after mother charged Tracy Holmes Staff Reporter
The trial of a South Surrey mother charged with seconddegree murder in connection with the death of her eight-yearold daughter nearly one year ago is still nowhere near ready to be scheduled, the woman’s lawyer confirmed. “Not at this point, for sure,” Craig Sicotte told Peace Arch News Wednesday at Surrey Provincial Court.
Lisa Deanne Batstone has been in custody at a psychiatric hospital since her daughter Teagan’s body was discovered in the back of a car in a cul-de-sac just south of Crescent Road last Dec. 10. Following a court appearance a week later, at which a “fitness assessment” was ordered for Batstone, Sicotte told reporters that his client’s mental health was “a very serious concern” that cast doubt on whether a trial could proceed.
In January, however, Batstone was deemed fit to stand trial. Sicotte said this week that he continues to pore over “literally thousands of pages” of disclosure associated with the case, which he described as “so tragic”. Teagan Batstone was a Grade 3 student at Rosemary Heights Elementary in South Surrey at the time of her death. At a celebration of her life held one week later, she was remembered as “a hugger” with an “infectious
excitement.” has established a national “She lit up our hearts non-profit advocacy with her smile, her love, organization in response her hugs,” White Rock to the youngster’s death. Baptist Church Pastor Ellis According to the website André told attendees. for Teagan’s Voice, it is “Not too many people focused on “driving hug me, but I got a hug policy and procedural from Teagan.” change across federal and Sicotte told PAN his provincial boundaries to Lisa Batstone client’s family continues to prevent violence against accused be supportive of Batstone. children.” At the same time, Batstone’s next court Teagan’s paternal family in Ontario appearance is set for Dec. 15.
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i from page 1 “Also, we recently found an area of potential slope instability 100 feet long and up to eight feet high,” St. Louis wrote. “If the work had not been completed, it could have meant that the wall or potential slope instability would have never been uncovered.” The city does not have any draft renderings for what will be planted on the hillside, St. Louis said, however, he said there are several recommendations about what vegetation will be used.
Chesney said he is requesting a tour of the hillside with St. Louis and city manager Dan Bottrill with the hopes of better understanding the reasoning behind the project, noting the extent of the work came as a surprise to him in the spring and again last week. “The way it was pitched… was that it was nothing more than vegetation control,” he said. “When they did the first massive clearcut, I registered my displeasure with them and it sort of fell on deaf ears.”
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Councillor doubts city’s reason. Regarding the removed trees, St. Louis said “some (would have had) a significant impact on the hillside in the next five years.”
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i from page 1 “Syria is the most current and media-heavy crisis, but we as Canadians must be an active part in helping these people, particularly with our previous government being so eager to turn them away,” he writes. “In a country where, according to the 2001 Stats Canada Census, only 32 per cent of people recognized themselves as Canadian and the remainder as being immigrants, it is unfathomable for us to close our borders to the outside world.” Other charities supported by the Koyanagis throughout the year include Union Gospel Mission, Covenant House, the food bank and Oxfam. Mathew, who works in the Downtown East-
side as an executive sous chef, also helps Angel Food Runners, Ishtar House, Mission Possible and other organizations. “It makes for a better world when people accept each other,” Marilyn said. Items donated to their drive this year will go to MCC, who have offered to pick up the items. While the Koyanagis are committed to collecting donations for as long as people donate, they are not the only ones who have been overwhelmed by the community’s response to the Syrians’ plight. At the Middle Eastern Friendship Centre in North Surrey, little room is left in the 6,000-squarefoot space – to the point organizers are no longer accepting cloth-
ing items, and are now appealing for help storing donations. “We didn’t expect this amount,” Simon Masoud, whose family runs the centre, said Monday. “Our back room is completely full. The middle room is filling up, which is a lot bigger. The front room is filling up to the point where you can barely open the door.” Items still being accepted at the 13483 108 Ave. centre include non-perishable food, new toiletries, bedding and gift cards. Volunteers would also be appreciated, Masoud said. For information, call 604-288-5588. To contribute to the Koyanagis’ effort, email weeruffians@yahoo. com or call 604-538-1273.
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Defence counsel Craig Sicotte and Crown Natalie Fowlds agreed to adjourn the matter until Dec. 9. Morse, a Langley resident, Court appearance was arrested on Sept. 4, and The man accused of a brazen remains in custody on charges of sexual assault on a South aggravated sexual assault, forcible Surrey senior last confinement, breakAugust made a brief and-enter, robbery, appearance in Surrey disguise with intent Provincial Court and use of imitation Wednesday. firearm. Stephen Thomas In announcing an editorial@peacearchnews.com arrest in the Aug. 12 Morse addressed Judge Ellen Gordon attack on the senior, by video, dressed in a police described the crime as red, prison-issue sweater. “repulsive.” Publication bans prohibit It happened in broad daylight, disclosure of evidence presented and prompted police to issue a during the proceedings. community warning.
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eports that the U.S. has logged more than 350 mass shootings this year are shocking. And, according to details shared by those who have tracked the violence, there have been five such incidents on more than a single day. From our relatively quiet homes on the Semiahmoo Peninsula – even in light of the spate of gunfire in Newton since spring, related to a low-level drug-trade conflict – it’s difficult to fathom one such senseless act, never mind more in one year than there are days. It’s no surprise that the gun-control debate is heating up south of the border. Wednesday’s killing of 14 people at a San Bernardino, Calif. social-services agency was reportedly the deadliest in the U.S. since that at Sandy Hook Elementary three years ago, when 26 children and adults were gunned down. Also fresh in our memories is last Friday’s killing of three people at a Planned Parenthood clinic in Colorado. When the issue of gun control is raised in Canada, opponents to such regulations rightly argue the laws make no difference to those with a criminal mind and a determination to do lethal damage. Regardless of the country, province or state, and regardless of whether there are laws and how strict or lax they may be, the reality is the problem lies more with the people who possess firearms than the firearms themselves. It can be argued that there is a necessity for such artillery, that completely removing guns from the equation is not the solution. Those tasked with ensuring our safety need them. They deal with the worst people in society and must have the ability to use lethal force not only to protect us, but to protect themselves in our service, too. Fortunately, the reality is the majority of those in law enforcement – in Canada, at least – can go their entire career without ever pulling the trigger, aside from target practice. Those who hunt for food also argue their right and need to possess arms, although that is often hotly debated itself. These points are only a few of the numerous sides to the argument. Time and time again, the debate appears to come to an impasse, when weighing whether one’s legal right to possess guns means that they should. It’s a question that needs serious consideration by lawmakers not only in the U.S., but worldwide, before mass shootings become so commonplace that they no longer make headlines.
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e’ve reached the time of They seem willing to sacrifice long-term year when I wish all of my food production capability for short-term readers ‘A happy and blessed industrial profit ,as recent reports from Christmas’ and also ‘A verra guid New the Fraser Valley show. Year’, but this time to also sign off as an Are they all short-sighted? environmental columnist. Another regular topic has been This will be my last column. conservative management of Roy Strang I am very grateful indeed to our water resource. This year’s the Peace Arch News for making unusually dry summer and the space available to me each month drastic Californian drought are without any censorship, and also surely clear signals that we must to the many readers who have all use water thoughtfully; that commented on my ideas and means not pumping out water suggestions. for cosmetic purposes or for It’s illuminating – and under-priced industrial export. disturbing, too – that while many How many more additional readers have been in touch with residents and industries can be me, no one in politics has ever provided with water in the Lower got back to me either critically Mainland? or favourably, which leaves me We cannot predict seasonal wondering how seriously they rainfall or snowpack with take environmental concerns. any accuracy, so we should Have Surrey’s civic leaders absorbed plan and prepare for reduced annual their own Sustainability Charter? precipitation – the so-called worst-case Readers will recall that preservation scenario – and think what this means of the Agricultural Land Reserve for future domestic and industrial needs, (ALR) has been my constant theme. agricultural production and food supply. Although there is widespread support The current proposal to install for protection of the ALR, our political truck-parking facilities adjacent to the decision-makers seem all too ready to important fish-bearing Little Campbell emasculate the regulations that were River in South Campbell Heights must be written to keep industrialization out rigorously and impartially evaluated in of good farmland and to countenance detail before any irrevocable decision is piecemeal re-allocation to what’s called made; to me it’s unconscionable. ‘development’. As part of a water inventory, we need to
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ascertain what volumes of water lie in our underground aquifers and what are their re-charge rates before we exploit this precious capital. In my ideal world, every aspirant to political office would take a short course in ecology and learn that nothing in our world lives in isolation, though sometimes the connecting links are hard to discern. No doubt, many in public office today are aware of environmental interconnectedness – but only in a superficial way. Can that awareness be made influential in their thinking? Surrey’s estimable Sustainability Charter was developed through many hours of thoughtful deliberations by staff and volunteers, and it reads well. But evidence suggests it is not being comprehensively applied. Has it become just another wellintentioned dead letter? It’s not only immediate effects that need to be brought to account in assessing development proposals, but the more remote third, fourth and later impacts also – even though there’s no political kudos to be gained. There, I’ve had my say and can only hope that some readers have paid attention and will talk to their politicians. I thank those readers and Peace Arch News sincerely for their support and encouragement over the years. Dr. Roy Strang has written regularly on environmental issues for Peace Arch News’ lifestyles pages since 2006. After a hiatus in 2010, his weekly Enviro Notes offerings returned on a monthly basis. His words have been appreciated – and discussed – by PAN staff and readers alike.
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Christian welcome Editor: I have read in this newspaper the pros and cons of accepting refugees, and now I am ready to welcome these well-screened Syrian families with some genuine Canadian hospitality and Christian values. I cannot help thinking that Rosemary Heights Retreat Centre is a perfect place to house several refugee families in the interim, before this beautiful property is sold by the Catholic church (Retreat centre to close, Nov. 11). It has accommodations, kitchens and staff. I only hope that the church is ready to extend a helping hand and give these people sanctuary in their hour of need. Showing them a new and peaceful lifestyle here will go a long way to ‘fighting’ ISIS. We have so much to offer. We are a country made up of immigrants. Thank goodness you accepted me 40 years ago. Pat Young, Surrey
told us they wanted fewer units – our project has only 121 – and less traffic; about preserving urban forest; about community amenities. We listened to the wish for public art, and to increasing Oxford Street setbacks to minimize impact on condo owners to the north. Now we are proud to have a development going to public hearing that reflects our entire community, not just a select few. We encourage all of White Rock to come out to the public hearing and have your voice heard. Jay Minhas, Elegant Development Q A petition with 2,000 signatures opposing height and density of the 24- and 21-storey Oxford towers was submitted to the City of White Rock a couple of months ago. I encourage everyone who signed to attend Monday’s public hearing and speak to the reasons that inspired you to support this petition, or at the very least show your support. Even though the petition has been on file and a detailed cover letter emailed to each city councillor and mayor, the public hearing still bears a
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Differing views on Oxford towers. tremendous amount of weight. I express gratitude to the petition volunteers who rallied to reach as many people as physically possible this summer. There are so many engaged residents who truly care about the future and quality of life in our quaint community. Clearly the petition was a tool for those interested in communicating their stance of opposition. People appreciated the opportunity to have their voices heard. The public-hearing process will be a final opportunity to speak about the towers, proposed in an area outside of the Town Centre, which is also against the current OCP. The developer is asking for a build which
is almost five times the height of the nearby recently built Royce complex. During the petition process, I encountered residents who are fearful, angry, pessimistic, apathetic and resentful of some of the decision-making bodies at city hall in terms of mayor, council and senior staff. Their trust has been broken, and several examples were cited again and again. Many refused to sign because they felt it would not make one iota of a difference. Yet I consistently stayed positive and encouraged others to have faith that our elected officials would honour the community voice. I steadfastly continued along the petition path with optimism, hope, faith and trust that our mayor and council would value the community feedback and act accordingly. It takes just four council votes to approve this developer’s application. Four of our elected officials can outnumber thousands of voices – hardly seems fair, yet we elected our public officials to act on our behalf. The petition speaks volumes, and hopefully the hearing will as well. Debbie Lawrance, White Rock
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Public urged to be heard Editor: Re: Oxford towers go to hearing, Nov. 25. After more than two years of work and consultation, The Oxford is moving to public hearing on Dec. 7. Our team is excited to hear the community’s response to this proposed project. We feel that we must clarify the facts prior to the public-hearing process. The land in question is located along Oxford Street and totals 2.7 acres. When our team started the process in 2013, the most obvious plan was three buildings of varied storeys that would allow adequate setbacks but would take up the entire footprint of the property. It was at this point that members of the community began discussions with our experts about a number of significant trees on the property, specifically the heron rookery on the eastern side. We called in respected arborists and landscape architects, and all agreed the 86 significant trees in that section needed to be saved. Under our current plan, which is for two taller towers, all of the trees in question are saved and we have committed to turn over one acre – over one-third of the site – to the city as a community asset and park. Throughout the process we’ve heard from residents that saving the trees was of utmost importance. That’s what we’ve done. We believe that reducing the building footprint – thus increasing height – is the best use of land, and accurately reflects the core values of White Rock. We believe we have gone above and beyond, holding more consultation than required; hiring respected experts to advise us; having a leading architect design buildings; and putting forward a proposal we believe will be one of the best in the region. We listened when the community
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Restarting a City of White Rock project that launched last spring to ‘maintain slope stability’ has brought anger.
City slashes while residents burn Editor: Re: Tree stands alone, Dec. 2. As I walked by East Beach the other day, I was so in shock – as were other persons – at the devastating removal and complete destruction of every tree, bush, etc. Upon further investigating, I have come to understand that the city and the residents are not on the same page at all. I understand that there was to be some tree removal, maintenance, trimming, replacing, etc. and that the retaining wall is suffering and needs to be addressed. Yet concerns that I am hearing include that removal of trees and greenery makes the ground unstable, as opposed to the claim of stabilizing it; that city council proposed some removal, with a good amount of trees to be left; oxygen depletion; removal of natural habitat; proposal of ground bushes, small shrubs and a tree or two does not replenish the natural habitat, especially for our beautiful eagles that were one of the main attractions; views from condos; the beauty of the natural environment is now going to be according to whose terms? The list goes on… too many to write. There seems to be mass confusion and no real clarification of why this has been done to this degree. Why is it that when condos go up, we see huge signage – great futuristic photography and clarification – yet with this complete bombing of the embankment, there is not one sign along the boardwalk with any insight? I ask Mayor Wayne Baldwin and city council just what
the heck do you think you’re doing? What have you done and why? I ask you to update and re-inform your residents of your plans. It’s an absolute environmental disaster. Corry Kriticos, White Rock Q An open letter to White Rock Mayor Wayne Baldwin. My eyes and senses were violated today as I walked along the waterfront in what was once our beautiful City by the Sea. The carnage is unbearable to see. How dare you tell us that this atrocity is necessary for the removal of shrubbery, invasive species and trees growing into the retaining wall and will have no affect on the slope stability. What type of fools do you take us for? Eyes do not lie, as shown in the photo (above). The large stumps of mature trees tell the truth. Did you consider the impact it would have on the beauty of the area, to say nothing of the wildlife, the birds and eagles who are now homeless? As the world meets in Paris at the UN climate change conference, why are you reducing our tree canopy – so vital to future generations? It is so clear you have no regard for what your citizens want for their city, as you have proved time and time again. You, the staff and the White Rock Coalition ignore the OCP, but I ask how could you desecrate the city’s most important jewel, our waterfront. Shame on you. There are no words for this tragedy. Vickie Darts, White Rock
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Tax-boost excuse a bit rich S urrey residents will dig general-revenue taxation. deeper into their wallets Surrey residents also pay a next year, with a tax drainage levy and a road/traffic increase a certainty and additions levy. They also pay separately to other fees coming as well. to operate the water, sewer and The new police officers garbage utilities. promised in the 2014 Last year, those specific Frank Bucholtz election campaign are levies and utilities proving costly, even accounted for about onethough they still aren’t quarter of the total tax all here. It cost Surrey bill from the city. taxpayers $3.9 million As for the general tax for the new officers in increase, it appears it 2015, and costs will be will be over three per substantially higher cent. The city’s five-year when they all arrive. capital plan calls for a 2.9 Coun. Tom Gill, chair per cent tax increase, but of the finance committee Gill said added policing for nine years, said a costs will eat that up. “modest” increase to the Unless the city cuts cultural and recreational costs in other areas levy – $10 or $15 added to the fee – very difficult to do when that was first implemented by the confronted with growth – taxes nine-member Surrey First council will have to rise more. Given cost this year – is also coming. pressures, a minimum four per Keep in mind there the cultural cent tax increase is likely – not levy was a surprise. Gill’s word counting increases to other levies. “modest” seems misplaced when Gill also took a shot at the talking about a 10 to 15 per cent long-departed Doug McCallum increase to a new levy that wasn’t regime, saying “there were no tax even discussed during last year’s increases” for some of that time, election campaign. and the city is playing catch-up. There is no doubt funds need to It is true the much-touted tax be raised to pay the capital costs freeze was criticized at that time, for new cultural and recreational given that demand for services facilities in Surrey, given the fastwas growing. However, Gill’s growing population. But council Surrey First party has been in seems to want to finance more place for close to nine years now. and more areas of city services As well, Gill himself ran with with levies that are outside McCallum’s Surrey Electors
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Team in 2005, and was elected to council while McCallum lost to Dianne Watts, a former SET councillor. Gill and other SET members of council initially obstructed Watts, but later joined with her to become Surrey First. Blaming a former mayor for the challenges of today is a bit rich, given that McCallum has been out of office – while Gill has been in office – for the past 10 years. There is a need for a tax increase in 2016. No city can grow at this pace without a need for more services. However, Surrey First’s absolute control of council means there is little real debate about what services are most-needed, and how to pay for them. While that may make it easy to ignore voices of dissent, council needs to raise and manage tax revenues as wisely as possible. There’s no need for partisan shots at long-departed mayors and levies that come out of nowhere. Voters elected nine Surrey First members to council one year ago, because it was believed they were competent managers of the city’s business. It’s important to keep a close eye on just how they manage that business. For the next three years, Surrey First council can keep boosting taxes and get away with it. Taxpayers must remain vigilant. Frank Bucholtz writes Fridays for Peace Arch News.
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‘We’re caught in a numbers game’ Peace Arch Hospital is moving forward with plans to keep pace with the needs of a rapidly growing community. In the third of a series of articles, Peace Arch News asks emergency physician Dr. Jerrod Hendry for his perspective on the need for the planned new $20-million ER – and what impact the current overcrowded space has on patient care. Alex Browne
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eing a doctor was all young Jerrod Hendry wanted to do. “My dad worked in the maintenance department of Shaughnessy Hospital,” Hendry recalled. “But I remember thinking – as a little kid – ‘my dad’s a doctor.’” “I’m the absolute black sheep in the family, the only one who went to university. I’m the weirdo – I don’t have a trade. My family still kids me that it’s time I went out and got one. “I always had that leaning toward things like biology while my brothers were all into mechanical things. Even today, they’re the ones you would go to if you wanted something built. Any cabinet I’d build would probably come out really slanted.” For Hendry – who came to Peace Arch Hospital as an emergency physician 11 years ago and was head of the emergency department from the beginning of 2009 until April of this year – there’s satisfaction in doing the work he knows he was meant to do. Like all staff at the hospital, he’s pragmatic and professional when it comes to providing treatment, and committed to the concept of quality care. “I don’t care who you speak to – we all want the same thing,” he told Peace Arch News. “The medical part is not the tough part – I like the medical part.” But he’s also frank in saying that, for him, a new ER at Peace Arch can’t come too soon. Under the present overcrowded circumstances, he said, patients are being denied the privacy and “simple dignity” that should be a key element of a quality patient experience. “As a physician, that’s the part that kills me,” he said. “We’re caught in a numbers game. When I started (in emergency), there were 20,000 to 24,000 visits per year – this year it’s close to 52,000. You’re looking at a hospital that was originally meant to deal with a smaller community, and it’s really changed in terms of demographics.” All hospital departments are dealing with the growth the ER has experienced, Hendry said. Radiology, for example, is kept busy processing the multiple imaging studies needed for most patients seen in emergency. And 99 per cent of all the admissions to the hospital currently come through the ER, he added. “We’re putting beds in areas that were never designed to have beds in there, and you can only get in one way. You have to torque the patients in there. You have to jury-rig everything to make it work, and it’s getting to the point that even that is not enough.” It’s become the norm for doctors like Hendry to see patients in hallways and corridors, and that’s something that weighs
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Dr. Jerrod Hendry pauses at the ER desk during a recent afternoon shift at Peace Arch Hospital. Though there are many challenges facing the hospital, the medical part of what he does is “not the tough part,’ he says. on him, he admitted. He’s been a ship’s physician and a flight “One or two might get a private room, physician, spent six years as an emergency but there might be another 40 people out physician at Vancouver Hospital’s UBC site in a hallway,” he said. “It’s happened more and has been a clinical assistant professor at than once that I’ve had to tell someone a bad UBC’s Department of Emergency Medicine diagnosis, or someone is breathing their last since 2005. breath, where everyone can hear and see He and his wife, Danielle, met at Peace them. Arch in 2007 (“she was the scariest charge “There’s no privacy, no dignity. It’s not what nurse I knew,” he admitted, with a wry grin). you want to have as a patient. It’s After they married, they not what you expect to have.” decided that living in the ❝We’re putting Hendry emphasized that the community in which they were beds in areas hospital’s dedicated staff continue both working made much that were never more sense than commuting to make sure the care itself is not designed to have from Vancouver, where Hendry being compromised. beds in there.❞ “We’re trying to do the best grew up, or Richmond, where we can with what we have, but they had been living. It was a people need to have a safe single decision they’ve never regretted, room where they can talk to their healthparticularly after the birth of their three care providers in a quiet environment – not children, Nicholas, 7, Marcus, 3, and in a hallway or behind a curtain, with people Charlise, 1. walking all around you, where you’re doing “It gave us a chance to get something with it all in the public eye.” a little more space for the kids, where there Born in Vancouver, Hendry took his was the quality of schools, and where we had bachelor’s, master’s and medical doctor connections with community,” he said. degrees at UBC and gained experience in Hendry said he and Danielle – currently research, including a brief sojourn in Japan, on maternity leave from the hospital – before becoming chief resident in both both feel they have a stake in making Family Medicine and the CCFP Fellowship sure the facility continues to serve the Program at McGill University. population well.
As former head of the emergency department, Hendry said he has been glad to have input in planning the new ER. “I’ve been involved from the get-go,” he said, adding that staff have studied expansions at VGH and in Surrey, Abbotsford and Chilliwack, “so that hopefully we’re not reproducing mistakes that have been made before.” He said he remains “amazed” that Peace Arch has been able to secure funding approval from Fraser Health to proceed with the expansion of the ER so soon. “We were not slotted to have an emergency updating,” he said, adding that he is sure that the valuable fundraising work of Peace Arch Hospital and Community Health Foundation, closing in on a $15-million commitment to the project – and the support of the community as a whole – played a crucial role in moving the schedule up. “If it had just been between (the hospital) and Fraser Health, it wouldn’t have happened.” Next week: Longtime Peace Arch Hospital supporters Ellen Kennett and Rita Whyte – one of the first ER nurses at the hospital in the 1950s – look back at the strong community roots of the facility.
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Christmas songs for goodwill A Christmas concert to benefit the Peace Arch Hospital Auxiliary’s Kay Hogg Goodwill Group is set to take the stage Dec. 13 at Mount Olive Lutheran Church (2350 148 St.) in South Surrey. Volunteer Alicia Hagerman said the
afternoon event – dubbed Songs for a Winter’s Night – will feature the Vancouver Orpheus Male Choir; tickets include refreshments at intermission and a chance at door prizes. Many of the choir members live on the
Peninsula, Hagerman noted. It’s hoped the event will raise about $5,000. There are a maximum of 250 tickets available. They may be purchased
• Save-on-Foods in Newton (7320 King Geoge Blvd., from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 31). The South Surrey drive will benefit Sources White Rock/South Surrey Food Bank. Non-perishables needed include powdered baby formula, canned protein, peanut butter, hot and cold cereals, wholegrain pasta and canned vegetables. Monetary donations as well as grocery gift cards are also welcome. Donations may also be dropped off to the RCMP’s Newton district office (7235 137 St.).
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Pack the Police Car returns to city Surrey RCMP are inviting the community to help them collect items for the food bank and other charity programs in the city, through their Pack the Police Car initiative. This month, officers, auxiliaries, staff and volunteers will be at four locations: • Save-on-Foods in Guildford (9014 152 St., from 1-6 p.m. Dec. 4), • Save-on-Foods in Cloverdale (18710 Fraser Hwy., from 2:30-8 p.m. Dec. 4) • Thrifty Foods in South Surrey (15745 Croydon Dr., from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 10)
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($25 adults; $20 seniors/ students) at the hospital gift shop, through Hagerman at 604536-5634, or via the Orpheus info line, 604515-5686.
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Organizing Team: Bob Humphries, Christel Fisher, Earl Grisaffe, Grace Drent, Gus Butow, Helen Guenther, Joy Zhang, Judy Affolter, Judy Calder, Liv Butow, Lydia Howard, Lynda Elke, Meridith Grisaffe, Sioban Cussen, Vania Jewell, Virginia Jefferies Sponsors/Partners: Art Knapp Plantland – South Surrey, Arthur Murray Dance Studio, BC Donkey Association, BMO Bank of Montreal – White Rock, Boathouse, Buy Low, Canadian Tire, Charlie Don’t Surf, Clancy’s Tea Cosy, Cobs Bread – South Point Annex, Crescent Beach Photography Club, Faith, Hope, Love Mandarin Church, Fellowship Baptist Church, First United Church, Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Grace Point Community Church, Hassel Construction, Hemingway Pub House, Hillcrest Bakery & Deli, Home Depot, Hungry Haven, Jan’s on the Beach, Key West Express Ltd., Knights of Columbus, Laura’s Coffee Corner, Life Church of White Rock, London Drug – Morgan Crossing, London Drug – Peninsula Village, Lynda Elke, Miramar Village Strata Council, Morrison Heights Baptist Church, Mount Olive Lutheran Church, Peace Arch Auxiliary Society – Aquarius Group, Peace Arch Weavers & Spinners Association, Peace Portal Alliance Church, Penguin Meat Supply, Potter’s Farm & Nursery – Surrey, Recreation & Culture – the City of White Rock, Ricky’s Country Restaurant, Safeway – Ocean Park, Safeway – Peninsula Village, Salvation Army, Save-on-Foods – Semiahmoo Mall, Save-on-Food – South Point, Seven Days Adventists Church, Small Ritual Coffee House, South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Commerce, Spiritual Ingredients Bakery, St. George the Martyr Parish, St. John’s Presbyterian Church, St. Mark’s Anglican Church, Starbucks – Morgan Crossing, Starbucks – South Point, Sunnyside United Church, The Church on Oxford Hill, The Costume Bank, The Living Room Thrift Store, The Turkey House, Traditional Learning Academy Home School Group, Village Church, Watts Cooking & Catering, West Coast Gardens, White Rock Christian Academy, White Rock Community Church, White Rock Fire Department, White Rock Gymnastic & Diving Training Academy, White Rock Lutheran Church, White Rock Museum & Archives, White Rock Players Club, White Rock Seniors Village, White Rock Youth Ambassadors, White Spot – Grandview Corners, World Serve Ministries Thrift Store Volunteers/Performers: Alba Moris, Andrew King, Ann Verona, Anita Uzama, Arlynne Holowchak, Art Go, Austin Uzama, Barb Walks, Ben Dunnill, Bev Kaiser, Bianca Goldberg, Brian Lauder, Brian Walks, Bruce Rushton, Caroline Nelson, Catherine Galliot, Charles Goepken, Chris de Monye, Christine Schafrick, Cliff Annable, Cliff Jewell, Colin McCaffery, Crescent Beach Pipe Band, Danielle Holland, Darlene Ketchum, Dave Chesney, Dave Sabourin, Deb Nightingale, Debbie Ward, Dena Monson, Dennis Neufeld, Derek McCaffery, Doreen Best, Doreen Wolff, Dorothy Glendinning, Doris Biollo, Ed Chubb, Eleene Gray, Elizabeth Zielke, Eric Giesbrecht, Ernie Isaac, Gail Urguhart, Georgette Marakoff, Glen Nightingale, Glenn Dion, Heather Harris, Helen Fathers, Ileen Grey, Incanto Quartet, Janet Kirkley, Jasmine Nijjar, Jenni de la Vega, Jenni Scott, Joan Kaiser, Joe Breaks, John Drent, John Olgilvie, John Timms, Judy Forster, Judy Keery, Katherine Haugen, Kathleen Anderson, Kelvin Ketchum, Kim Neufeld, Kiyami Goldberg, Kringle Singers, Kyle McCaffery, Langley Intermediate A Ensemble, Lauren Thiessen, Lee Kiffiak, Leo de Couteur, Les Johnson, Lil Penner, Linda Coyne, Lisa Montgomery, Lloyd Marakoff, Lyle Nelson, Lynne Sinclair, Lucas Wezel, Maria Hart-Brownell, Maria Isaac, Maria Uzama, Marion Sparrow, Marlene Penner, Marliesse Wessel, Maryna Kozack, Megan Knight, Melissa Moran, Merede Preece, Michelle Mallet, Michelle Palmer, Mike Fisher, Mike Shroeder, Miriah Reitmeier, Mount Olive Lutheran Church Carolers, Nevada McKenzie, Nigel Watkinson, Nonie Saunders, Norman Miller, Pat Corder, Pat McLean, Pat Strang, Patti Wickson, Peace Portal Alliance Church Carolers, Pearl Kerstin, Ray Cumberworth, Regent Christian Academy Brass Quintet, Ron Heppell, Sandra Heppell, Sandy Cumberworth, Sara Cruz, Sarah Uzama, Sarona Mynhardt, Sergil Kalichenko, Stella Maris Concert Choir, Sue Bryant, Susan Janetti, Susan Kim, Tanis Glenn, Taylor Krushelnisky, Tenjin Derje, Terry McCaffery, Thelma Inskstar, Trudi Stammer, Vaughn Bergstresser, White Rock Baptist Church Carolers, White Rock Baptist Church Youth Carolers, White Rock Children’s Choir, White Rock Christian Academy Children’s Choir, White Rock Christian Academy Senior Choir, White Rock Community Church Carolers, White Rock Lutheran Church Carolers, Willem van der Westhuizen Special THANK-YOU to Mayor Wayne Baldwin and the White Rock City Council
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Operation Red Nose returns for holiday season Monique Tamminga Black Press
Now in its 17th year in the area, Operation Red Nose is up and running once again, looking to
get people and their vehicles home safe this holiday season. Working in teams of three on Friday and Saturday nights
throughout December, (except during Christmas), volunteers will pick up people who have enjoyed too much holiday cheer and get
them, and their vehicle, home (or wherever they’re headed next). Drivers based out of Langley will pick people up at parties in Surrey,
Reminder: Keep the Sidewalks Clear White Rock has experience a lot of rain this autumn and you've been great in the stormy weather. We remind you that in the event of a snowfall, or inclement weather, please remove all snow and ice from sidewalks adjacent to your property by 10:00 a.m. This includes commercial property, as well as apartments and single family dwellings. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. In the event of a snowfall, residents are also reminded to check the City’s website for possible changes to the garbage, recycling and yard waste collection schedule, as crews may be redeployed to assist with snow removal. You can learn more about the City’s snow removal policies on the City’s website, www.whiterockcity.ca
Call for Volunteers with Spring in their Step The White Rock Irish Festival is a month long celebration that promotes Irish themed cultural activities such as Irish poetry, films, food, music and dance. The White Rock Irish Festival organizing committee is looking for volunteers to help organize, fundraise and promote the festival.
White Rock, Langley and Aldergrove. “We are the biggest chapter, in terms of territory,” said co-ordinator Meagan Castron. This is Castron’s first year organizing the safe ride home program. Last year, Langley’s ORN recorded 825 safe rides home. “We were third best in the province, but I’m hoping to beat that number this year,” Castron said. Teams are busiest on New Year’s Eve, when drivers and their crews work into the wee hours of the morning. There is no charge for the service but donations are accepted on behalf of Langley Gymnastics Foundation. LGF has been running Operation Red Nose each year for 17 years, with its headquarters located inside the gymnastics club’s office.
Many of the main volunteers are staff, parents and others who are part of the foundation. “I’m pretty excited to get going,” said Castron. “But now, taking this on, I had no idea how much work was involved to get it all organized. I’ve had a lot of help from past co-ordinators and volunteers who have been with us for years.” The daughter of Langley Christmas Bureau co-ordinator Leigh Castron, Megan has roped her mother into volunteering, too. “She said she is all mine, once the bureau is finished,” she said. Several party venues, including Newlands Golf Club, have made donations to the program, recognizing that many of their patrons benefit from ORN. “We have hot spots we
go to, where big events are happening, but mainly it is first-come, first-served,” she said. Castron suggests people call about 30 minutes before they want a ride. Rudy, the reindeer mascot, will be making the rounds with local MVPs, including City Mayor Ted Schaffer, dropping in at several popular party spots during the holidays, to remind people there is a safe and easy way to get home. Operation Red Nose is still looking for volunteer drivers. It’s fun to sign up in threes, said Castron. That way everyone works together. But they are happy to take volunteers in ones and twos, as well. To arrange a ride, call 604-532-0888. To volunteer for a night of driving or navigating, go to langleygymnastics. ca
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If you would like more information or would like to be involved, please email: chalpern@whiterockcity.ca or call 604.542.7589
2016 City Council Meeting Schedule Mark your calendars! Regular Council meetings will be held on the following days: • January 11 and 25 • February 15 and 29 • March 7 and 21 • April 11 and 25
• May 9 and 30 • June 13 and 27 • July 11 and 25 • September 12 and 19
• October 3 and 24 • November 7 and 21 • December 12
Unless otherwise noted, all meetings begin at 7:00 p.m. at White Rock City Hall (Council Chambers), 15322 Buena Vista Avenue, White Rock, B.C. Meeting agendas will be available on the City website, www.whiterockcity.ca, on the Thursday afternoon, prior to the Monday meeting. If you have any questions please contact Tracey Arthur, City Clerk at 604.541.2212 or at ClerksOffice@whiterockcity.ca.
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might otherwise not have Christmas dinner,” teacher sponsor Sinead Hibbert said. Guests will also leave with a goodie bag. Deadline to register – call 604-538-6678 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday to Friday – is Dec. 9. –Tracy Holmes
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Royal City Youth Ballet Company Society proudly presents, g ballet,, the Nutcracker. for the 27th season,, the full length
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Q Seniors Luncheon at Kent Street Activity Centre, 1475 Kent St., Dec. 4 and Dec. 11, 12:30 p.m., with entertainment at 1:30 p.m. Everyone over 50 welcome. $7. For free transportation, call 604531-9400, ext. 205. Q Christmas Dinner
at White Rock Baptist Church, 1657 140 St., Dec. 11, 12 p.m. Featuring Heritage Quartet performance. $10. RSVP by 4 p.m. Dec. 9. 604-531-2344. Q White Rock Community Centre hosts bridge every Friday at 1 p.m. Call 604536-3463 for more info. Q Partners Bridge at
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Q Christmas Open House at White Rock Library, 15342 Buena Vista Ave., Dec. 5, 1:30-4 p.m. Sunday Refreshments and music. Q Christmas Craft Fair at Q Opus Choir at Crescent Colebrook United Church, United, 2756 127 St., Dec. 5441 125A St., Dec. 5, 10 6, 1:30 p.m. Info: sura.m.-3 p.m. Toys collected reyunitarians.ca for Christmas Bureau. Q Jazz Vespers ChristQ Charity Flea Market at mas special with Mighty Star of the Sea Hall, 15262 Fraser Big Band featurPacific ing Jennifer Ave., first Scott & Steve Saturday of Maddock. the month, Dec. 6, 4 p.m. 8 a.m. to 1 Northwood p.m. Next Community market: datebook@peacearchnews.com Church, 8855 Dec. 5. 156 St. Info: Q White 604-599-5900. Rock Chamber Music By donation. program at Crescent Q Friends of Hazelmere Gardens Retirement Campbell Valley will host Residence (1222 King community meeting at George Blvd.), Dec. 5, 7:30 Semiahmoo Fish & Game p.m. Everyone welcome, Club, 1284 184 St. Dec. 6, 1 admission $5. Proceeds p.m. for an update on progo towards youth scholar- posed truck-park applicaships on the Peninsula. tion. www.fhcv.ca Q Holiday Bake Sale at Q White Rock ToastMount Olive Lutheran masters by the Sea Church, 2350 148 St., Dec. meets every Sunday from 5, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Home1:30-3 p.m. at White Rock baked goodies, cookies, Library, 15342 Buena squares, pies and more. Vista Ave. Sharpen public Q Christmas Sale at Trinspeaking skills in a warm, ity Lutheran Church, 11040 friendly environment. River Rd., Dec. 5, 12 p.m. › see page 20
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Nuclear physicist speaks to White Rock Rotary members
Science trends ‘changing’ Festival of Trees Alex Browne Staff Reporter
While many people might have a hard time getting their heads around particle theory – as internationally noted nuclear physicist Dr Vinod Chohan acknowledged at White Rock Rotary Club’s lunch meeting last week – most probably have an intimate acquaintance with one of the better-known byproducts of the experimental work of Geneva-based CERN (the European Organization for Nuclear Research). “If it weren’t for us, you wouldn’t have the World Wide Web,” Chohan – whose work with CERN on particle acceleration contributed to a 1983 Nobel Prize – told club members and guests Nov. 26. CERN experiments required the development of the “most extensive computer system in the world” to share information rapidly between at least 2,500 physicists, he said. The Tanzanian-born specialist and engineer, on the Peninsula to visit his sister, Rama Bali, was part of the CERN team that led to the Higgs-Boson discovery of the W and Z bosons – elementary particles that play an important role in the principles involved in nuclear fission – and closely associated
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Dr. Vinod Chohan chats with a White Rock Rotary Club member at the Nov. 26 meeting. with Simon Van der Meer, who shared in the Nobel Prize for the work. CERN’s experiments utilizing a Large Hadron Collider to simulate the circumstances that led to the formation of the universe – “we believe everything
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started with a big bang about 14 million years ago” – were done primarily “to push back the frontiers of knowledge,” he said. But they also led to huge advancements in technology, including development of detectors that had a huge impact on health care by making possible sophisticated medical imaging, he noted. The experiment, which created a “circular collider” 27 kilometres in circumference, seems to have pointed CERN scientists toward creating an FCC (future circular collider), “a mind-boggling” 100 km in circumference – but Chohan said the reality is that it will be subject to ongoing competition among the sciences for funding. “No one science can claim to have a monopoly – we all have to play it by ear,” he said following the meeting, before also addressing members of the public at a talk that evening at Panorama Ridge Secondary. “Like NASA – why is that getting the money now? It’s because (its work) is something that intrigues the majority of people. My field was very sexy after the Second World War, because of the nuclear bomb and looking at what the potential of nuclear physics was, but now it’s 60 or 70 years later.”
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Info: 604-541-3717. Q White Rock/South Surrey Parkinson Support Group meets the second Monday of the month, 1:30 p.m., at Chartwell Crescent Gardens Retirement Community, 1222 King
Semiahmoo Library meeting room, 1815 152 St. Info: 604-710-0507.
ter yoga at White Rock Library, 15342 Buena Vista Ave., 7-8 p.m. To continue on the last Tuesday of each month, except July and August. 604-536-9049. Q Free meditation class Dec. 21, 5:30-6:30 p.m.,
George Blvd. Q Old-time Dancing at Sunnyside Hall, corner of 18 Avenue and 154 Street, every Monday from 1-4 p.m. Live music. Info: 604541-8890. Q White Rock Laugh-
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side mental-health unit. next meeting on Dec. 8 at 6:30-8 p.m. every Tuesday. Cranley Hall, 2141 Cranley Information and support Dr. Doors open at 1:30 for families and friends of p.m. Info: 604-541-0903. persons with a mental illQ Mixed Singles Over ness. Info 604-541-6844. Sixty – friendship and fun with lunch out the second Wednesday Tuesday of each month. Dinners, pub nights, golf, Q Social Dancing at Kent dancing, Street Activmovies and ity Centre, more. Call 1475 Kent St., Ted at 604Dec. 9 and 541-1692 16 from 7:30or Norval 10:30 p.m. at 604-542Live orchesdatebook@peacearchnews.com 9923. tra. Everyone Q Tao Healover 50 ing Group welcome. teaches simple but powAdmission $6/$7. erful self-healing techQ Women’s Probus Club niques, Tuesdays 7 p.m. at of White Rock & South Surrey City Centre Library, Surrey, a social club for 10350 University Dr. No retired or semi-retired experience necessary. By women, meets last donation. 778-379-9920. Wednesday of the month Q Mental Health Meet 1:30-3:30 p.m. at White & Greet at Peace Arch Rock Baptist Church, 1657 Hospital, 5th floor, out140 St. Info: 604-219-0431.
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Breakfast with Santa White Rock Fire Fighters Local 2407 Charity Association Invite you and your family for pancakes and pictures with Santa. Proceeds go to local charities and the B.C. Professional Fire Fighters’ Burn Fund.
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t’s finally here – the most The club would also thank wonderful time of the year! the students of Semiahmoo Just like a Where’s Waldo? Secondary for providing live children’s book, Christmas is an music and help throughout the especially fun time to play “Spot evening. the Rotarian.” In addition to the contribution December sees Rotarians of all to the White Rock South the Semiahmoo clubs scurrying Surrey Hospice Society, the to meet the many needs club is able to present Brenda Gibson of our community. two $5,000 cheques With seemingly to Holly and Hjorth countless opportunities Road elementaries. The to be of service, the funds will be used for season is the culmination supplies and to address of many of our efforts as technology needs. we reach out to create a The Rotary Club of special Christmas for as South Surrey enjoys many of our neighbours their annual Christmas as possible. connection with Maj. Among many other Ken Kimberly of initiatives, you’ll easily be the Salvation Army. able to both hear and see Kimberly never leaves Rotarians from multiple empty handed, leaving clubs ringing the bells at with donations from local Salvation Army Christmas members and from the club. Kettles around town. Already looking ahead to All clubs are so very pleased springtime, the club did a recent to be able to give back to their cleanup of Bryant Park. If you communities – and none more happened to visit the park on so than the Peace Arch Rotary a sunny but cold afternoon a Club who wishes to thank their couple of weeks ago, you would generous community donors and have seen seven club members sponsors for helping to make the cleaning up the park and planting Rotary Noel evening on Nov. 19 more than 200 tulip bulbs for such a huge success. your enjoyment next spring. (We The proceeds of this year’s can hardly wait!) event allow the club to meet Not all funding is community its commitment of a $100,000 raised. Just days ago, a refugee donation to the White Rock family from Syria arrived into the South Surrey Hospice Society. community, and a South Surrey
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Club Rotarian, on behalf of the club, donated two single beds to assist in providing a home for this family. Other Rotarians were also able to contribute to this worthy project. Internationally, individual members at this club have recently sent US$1,300 to Cambodia to enable four orphanage students to continue post graduate studies – impossible without the financial aid from these generous Rotarians. Such wonderful, impactful gifts! Hopefully Christmas tugs at your heartstrings, too, and you find ways to share the goodwill of the season with your neighbours. New members are always welcome, and there are breakfast, lunch and dinner meetings to fit everyone’s schedules. Each group has its own unique dynamic and projects of focus – and would be delighted to welcome your visit! For more about Rotary or the specific projects mentioned, please visit www.rotary.org or our club-specific websites. Thank you to all donors and sponsors for helping our community stay strong and, from all of your local Rotarians, Merry Christmas! Brenda Gibson writes monthly on behalf of the Semiahmoo Peninsula’s five Rotary Clubs. brenda_gibson@shaw.ca
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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR As I mark my first year as Mayor on December 8th, City Council and I want to provide you with a brief, collective update on the progress and achievements realized to date throughout our community. It has been a busy year for our growing city, and Council remains focused on a shared
goal: to lay the foundation for smart, long-term growth well into the future. Sustainable city building is a team effort. From parks and planning to innovation and infrastructure, Surrey is committed to delivering measurable results for, and with, our residents.
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Surrey is the 12th largest city in Canada by population.
X Opened the Guildford Aquatics Centre and Youth Park, with the Grandview Heights Aquatic Centre scheduled to open in March.
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Surrey is one of the fastest growing cities in Canada, welcoming roughly 1,000 new residents each month. At 317 square kilometres, Surrey is roughly the size of Vancouver, Burnaby and Richmond combined. Surrey has won the Canadian Financial Officers Award for Financial Reporting for 17 consecutive years.
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X Surrey was named VanCity’s Top Destination to Start a New Business. X Hired a Director of Public Safety Strategies to work alongside First Responders and external agencies to implement a coordinated response to community safety.
X Hosted 5 free festivals, welcoming over 500,000 people across Party for the Planet, Surrey International Children’s Festival, Canada Day, Fusion Festival and the Surrey Tree Lighting Festival.
X Invested $66 million in sewer, water, drainage and transportation improvements under the 2015 Capital Program.
With plenty of work ahead of us, we are pleased to provide this report on your city, your services and your home. Sincerely,
Linda Hepner Mayor
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The Surrey RCMP Detachment Auxiliary Program is the largest in Canada. 80 Auxiliary Constables volunteered a total of 7,199 hours in the community this year. There are over 764 groups in the Surrey RCMP Block Watch Program. Surrey RCMP officers, employees and volunteers speak 43 languages.
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COMMUNITY SAFETY X Surrey RCMP launched a Neighbourhood Safety Campaign of 15 community based forums to encourage community involvement in crime prevention and reporting crime, and also expanded the Vulnerable Persons Section to include a specialized mental health unit. X The Wraparound Program, a collaborative Surrey RCMP and School Board partnership, received more than $3.75 million in additional funding commitments from the Provincial and Federal Governments in 2015 to help prevent gang life and support youth age 11 – 17 who are at risk of involvement or currently in gangs. X A toolkit was developed through the City’s Business Emergency Preparedness Program (BEPP) for emergencies such as natural disasters and hazardous material spills.
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X To better prepare for post-disaster situations, Surrey Fire Services acquired 3 new pumpers capable of providing on-the-spot potable drinking water by filtering over 2,000 litres per hour. X Surrey Bylaw expanded services to better respond to issues and calls for assistance on weekends. X The Surrey Fire Service (SFS) visited 839 homes through their HomeSafe Inspections and Education Program. X In partnership with Surrey, the BC Government added courtrooms to the justice precinct and expanded social services in areas of justice, mental health and substance misuse.
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X In partnership with BC Housing, an emergency winter shelter was opened this month for up to 40 people, and will also help transition shelter visitors into more permanent arrangements.
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COMPARISON OF 2015 AVERAGE RESIDENTIAL TAXES & UTILITIES $6,000
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6.6%
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Surrey had roughly $1.4 billion in new construction in 2015 and over $12 billion in new construction projects over the past decade.
THE NEW TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT CENTRE IS THE MOST ADVANCED SYSTEM IN BC
The new Bon Accord Pedestrian Bridge opened as part of an integrated 5-km cycling route.
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TRANSPORTATION & ENGINEERING X The City’s new Transportation Management Centre (TMC) utilizes software, video and wireless radio networks linking to over 325 community cameras to reduce congestion citywide. X City Hall is actively lobbying for funding formulas with the Provincial and Federal Governments to begin construction on the proposed 27-km network of Light Rail Transit in Surrey, connecting a number of our growing Town Centres with the City of Langley and the Expo Line.
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Energy efficient lighting, maintenance and re-lamping will help reduce City costs by roughly $2 million per year. Surrey’s Biodiversity Strategy identifies 10,000 acres of natural space to be protected. Over 80,000 square metres of invasive plants were removed from City natural areas to restore habitats and protect sensitive ecosystems.
ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY X Surrey became a signing member of the Compact of Mayors, a commitment to climate change by cities around the world in advance of the 2015 Paris Climate Conference on now. X Construction is underway on the Surrey Biofuels Facility. The facility will convert kitchen and yard waste from across the region into renewable natural gas which will be used to fuel the City’s fleet of natural gas vehicles and the District Energy System. An estimated 115,000 tonnes of organic waste will be diverted from regional landfills each year.
X Surrey City Energy (SCE), the district energy utility, started operations this year delivering heat and hot water to buildings in Surrey City Centre and reducing our city’s carbon footprint.
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CULTURE & COMMUNITY X The Surrey Cultural Grants Program helped support 49 community groups in 2015. X Over $4.4 million in community grants were provided in 2015. X The Surrey Art Gallery celebrated its 40th Anniversary and has presented the work of over 10,000 artists. X Phase 1 of the Kids Gallery at the Surrey Museum completed. X The City has established an outstanding collection of public art with over 60 pieces in our collection.
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Surrey has: 293 parks totalling 8,198 acres 98 soccer fields 106 ball diamonds 75 public tennis courts 14 synthetic turf fields 7 youth skate parks 7 cricket fields 4 football fields 1 kabaddi field Major facilities include: 9 recreation centres 8 ice sheets 8 outdoor pools 6 indoor pools
X This year, Surrey Libraries had over 2.4 million in-person visits, resulting in over 4 million items borrowed. X Centre Stage at City Hall hosted 98 events from performing arts to business seminars.
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Surrey was voted Canada’s Top Employer for Young People through the MediaCorp Globe and Mail Top 100 Awards program. Surrey hosted more than 180 community events in 2015 on city streets and in our parks.
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PARKS & RECREATION X Major improvements were completed at Softball City ahead of the 2016 ISF XV Women’s World Softball Championship, including ball diamond fencing, backstops, dugouts, irrigation, lighting and entrances. X The Surrey Tennis Centre was completed, featuring 6 indoor plexipave courts and 6 outdoor clay courts.
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X The adopted 5-year Parks and Recreation Capital Plan includes:
X The City added 57 acres of parkland in 2015.
• North Surrey Twin Ice Surface Replacement
X Surrey received a Lieutenant Governor’s Architecture Award of Excellence (AIBC) for the Newton Field House at Newton Athletic Park.
• Cloverdale Twin Ice Surface • Clayton Recreation & Culture Facility • 2 Artificial Turf Fields • Surrey Museum (Phase 2) • Newton Athletic Park Master Plan • South Surrey Athletic Park (Waterpark & Road) • Fleetwood Multi-Purpose Recreational Space X Over 150 outdoor sports tournaments were held at athletic parks throughout the City, including 8 international, 2 national and 11 provincial events.
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COMMUNITY WELLNESS X Surrey’s Local Immigration Partnership (LIP), an ongoing city-wide collaboration of 30 community partners working to facilitate all immigrant integration, are currently identifying strategies to best support Syrian refugee families settling in Surrey. X Hosted a number of annual community wellness events, like Youth Week, SASSY Awards, Surrey Steps Up, Youth Fest, Kids Conference, Early Years Festival, Move for Health Day, Sports Day in Canada, Focus on Seniors, Senior’s Wellness Fairs and Summer Outdoor Movie nights.
X Using 26 acres of city land, Options Society’s Cloverdale Shelter is under construction, and the City has also partnered with BC Housing for a new transitional housing and emergency facility. X As part of our Child and Youth Friendly City Strategy, a new afterschool program was implemented to keep kids active during the critical afterschool hours of 3 pm to 6 pm. X Surrey is developing a Surrey Urban Aboriginal Social Innovation Strategy to identify the issues, needs and priorities of Surrey’s Urban Aboriginal community.
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The City of Surrey processed 71,414 service requests in 2015, 12,899 (18%) of which were received via the mySurrey app and web. Surrey has the 2nd lowest business taxes in Metro Vancouver.
X Innovation Boulevard, a partnership of health, business, higher education and government working together to create new health technologies has already attracted over $15 million for new labs and innovation space in its first three years. X Hosted the inaugural Greater Vancouver Clean Technology Expo & Championship this year, attracting 500 visitors and 38 clean technology companies. X Partnered to establish the Advanced Resource Clean Technology Innovation Centre in Surrey, a $2.6 million federally funded initiative to stimulate cleantech innovation. X The Newton Industrial Area is fast becoming a hub for clean tech innovation, demonstration and commercialization through the EcoNewton initiative.
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X Coast Capital Savings’ new Surrey Head Office will have 700 staff, and Westminster Savings is moving its head office and 130 employees to City Centre as well, starting a new financial hub in Surrey's City Centre. X With offices in New York, London, Dublin and Beijing, FINCAD, a 140 person financial analytics software company has its head office in Surrey City Centre.
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X As part of the City’s Age-friendly Strategy for Seniors, over 1,500 seniors participated in City forums, outreach, and conferences focused on community health, safety, connectedness and transportation.
Surrey was named one of the world’s Top 7 Most Intelligent Communities by the New York based think tank the Intelligent Community Forum.
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Joint pitch from union, private stores
Liquor-store staff want to sell pot Jeff Nagel Black Press
Liquor stores should be authorized to sell recreational marijuana when the federal government delivers on its election promise to bring in a new regulated system. That’s the joint pitch coming from the BC Government and Service Employees’ Union, which represents government store workers, and the BC Private Liquor Store Association. The two groups, normally competitors, joined forces Wednesday to argue their stores are well qualified to responsibly handle legalized marijuana, alongside beer, wine and spirits. “We haven’t been aligned in the past but we are aligned on this issue,” said Damian Kettlewell of the private stores association. “We’re suggesting that we have the experience and the knowledge and, eventually, the product training to sell this product in liquor stores.” He emphasized the aim is for recreational pot only, not to compete with existing medical-marijuana providers. Liquor stores are already required to check ID to prevent alcohol purchases by youth, noted BCGEU president Stephanie Smith. “Liquor stores provide the most strictly controlled system for accessing a controlled substance, and are
best suited for the retailing of nonmedical marijuana,” she said. “We have an effective warehousing, retail and distribution system in place. There is no need to reinvent the wheel.” Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has so far set no timeline to legalize nonmedical marijuana. The City of Vancouver has been developing its own licensing system to authorize a limited number of marijuana storefronts, and some other municipalities have considered a similar approach. Don Briere, owner of the 19-store Weeds Glass and Gifts chain, said he’s not worried about liquor outlets wresting away the burgeoning business. “We are responsible,” he said. “We have many, many years of experience. They have none. If they want to jump on the bandwagon, you know what? It’s free enterprise. They can get in line behind the people who already have 20, 30 years in the industry.” He argued retail sales of pot and booze should not happen in the same outlet. “Alcohol and cannabis do not mix,” Briere said. “People get whacked out enough as it is. You get a drunk person buying cannabis and they smoke that – it’s like mixing all your prescription pills and drinking.”
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New TransLink directors TransLink has two new directors on its board. Larry Beasley, a former director of planning for the City of Vancouver, and Tony Gugliotta, Vancouver Airport Authority’s vicepresident of business development, have been appointed to three-year terms. They were chosen by the mayors’ council, which appoints new directors from a short list of candidates vetted by a screening panel. Lorraine Cunningham, chair of the Pacific Pilotage Authority, was reappointed to another term. Beasley and Gugliotta replace outgoing directors John Dawson and Robin Chakrabarti. The mayors’ council chair and vice-chair – currently Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson and Surrey Mayor Linda Hepner – also get seats on the TransLink board. A vote of mayors is expected by January on who will hold those roles for 2016. Earlier this year, the province appointed two directors of its own – former VPD Chief Jim Chu and former Surrey city manager Murray Dinwoodie.
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tinued hot real-estate market in southwestern B.C. and housing The B.C. government expects to starts running above average, finish the fiscal year next March property purchase tax revenue with a $265 million suris $150 million ahead plus, thanks to surging of the February budget property transfer tax revforecast. enues and a lower CanaRetail sales are rundian dollar that helps ning 7.2 per cent ahead everything from tourism of last year for the period to the movie and TV of April to August, with industry. vehicle and parts sales Government revenues up 9.5 per cent and food have declined due to and beverage up 7.5 per lower natural gas, met- Mike de Jong cent. als and other natural finance minister De Jong said the Canaresources, Finance Mindian dollar, currently ister Mike de Jong said trading at 75 cents U.S., has cut last month in his second-quarter down on cross-border shopping financial update. But with a con- trips from B.C. and contributed Black Press
to a rebound of tourism, which along with stronger employment has helped increase retail sales. The dollar exchange rate has also led to an increase in movie and TV production, which costs the province because of the big tax incentives offered to lure foreign productions here. Foreign movie companies get a 25 per cent tax rebate for all spending on labour in the province, and the latest estimate is those credits will climb to a record $514 million for the current year. Exports from B.C. are down overall, with growth projections downgraded for the U.S., Canada, China and Japan, which de Jong said is now back in a recession.
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DECEMBER 1 - DECEMBER 23 Semiahmoo Shopping Centre
The region’s emergency cardiac care centre The expression like father, like son ƚŽŽŬ ŽŶ ŶĞǁ ƐŝŐŶŝĮĐĂŶĐĞ ĨŽƌ ƚŚĞ ŽůĂ ĨĂŵŝůLJ ŝŶ ^ƵƌƌĞLJ͕ ĂŌĞƌ WƌŝƚĂŵ ^ŝŶŐŚ ;WĞƚĞƌͿ ŽůĂ ĂŶĚ ŚŝƐ ĨĂƚŚĞƌ ^ĂŶƚŽŬŚ ^ŝŶŐŚ ŽůĂ ďŽƚŚ ƵŶĚĞƌǁĞŶƚ ŽƉĞŶ ŚĞĂƌƚ ƐƵƌŐĞƌLJ Ăƚ ZŽLJĂů ŽůƵŵďŝĂŶ ,ŽƐƉŝƚĂů ʹ Ă ŵŽŶƚŚ ĂƉĂƌƚ ĨƌŽŵ ĞĂĐŚ ŽƚŚĞƌ͘ &Žƌ ^ĂŶƚŽŬŚ ^ŝŶŐŚ͕ ŝƚ ƐƚĂƌƚĞĚ ǁŝƚŚ ĐŚĞƐƚ ƉĂŝŶƐ͘ dĞƐƟŶŐ ƌĞǀĞĂůĞĚ ŽŶĞ ŽĨ ŚŝƐ ĂƌƚĞƌŝĞƐ ǁĂƐ ĐŽŵƉůĞƚĞůLJ ďůŽĐŬĞĚ͕ ĂŶĚ ƚŚĞ ϴϰͲLJĞĂƌ ŽůĚ ƌĞƋƵŝƌĞĚ ďLJƉĂƐƐ ƐƵƌŐĞƌLJ Ăƚ ZŽLJĂů ŽůƵŵďŝĂŶ ʹ ƚŚĞ ƌĞŐŝŽŶ͛Ɛ ĐĂƌĚŝĂĐ ĐĂƌĞ ĐĞŶƚƌĞ͘ DĞĂŶǁŚŝůĞ͕ ŚŝƐ ϱϵͲLJĞĂƌ ŽůĚ ƐŽŶ ĚŝƐĐŽǀĞƌĞĚ ŚĞ ƚŽŽ ǁŽƵůĚ ŶĞĞĚ ƚŽ ƵŶĚĞƌŐŽ ƚŚĞ ƐĂŵĞ ƉƌŽĐĞĚƵƌĞ͕ ĂŌĞƌ ŚŝƐ ĚŽĐƚŽƌƐ ŐƌĞǁ ĐŽŶĐĞƌŶĞĚ ĂďŽƵƚ ŚŝƐ ŚŝŐŚ ďůŽŽĚ ƉƌĞƐƐƵƌĞ ĂŶĚ ĨŽƵŶĚ ƐŽŵĞ ŽĨ ŚŝƐ ĂƌƚĞƌŝĞƐ ǁĞƌĞ ďĞĐŽŵŝŶŐ ďůŽĐŬĞĚ͘ ,ŝƐ ĨĂƚŚĞƌ ǁĂƐ ƐĐŚĞĚƵůĞĚ ĮƌƐƚ͕ ǁŚŝĐŚ ŐĂǀĞ WƌŝƚĂŵ ^ŝŶŐŚ ƟŵĞ ƚŽ ŽďƐĞƌǀĞ ƚŚĞ ƌĞĐŽǀĞƌLJ ƵŶĚĞƌ ƚŚĞ ƐƵƉĞƌǀŝƐŝŽŶ ŽĨ ƚŚĞ ŚŽƐƉŝƚĂů͛Ɛ ĐĂƌĚŝĂĐ ĐĂƌĞ ƚĞĂŵ͘ dŚĞ ƐŽŶ ŚĂĚ ŚŝƐ ƐƵƌŐĞƌLJ ƚŚĞ ĨŽůůŽǁŝŶŐ ŵŽŶƚŚ͘ EŽǁ ďŽƚŚ ďĂĐŬ ŚŽŵĞ ĂŶĚ ĚŽŝŶŐ ǁĞůů͕ WƌŝƚĂŵ ^ŝŶŐŚ ƐĂLJƐ ƚŚĞLJ ĂƌĞ ŐƌĂƚĞĨƵů ƚŽ ZŽLJĂů ŽůƵŵďŝĂŶ ,ŽƐƉŝƚĂů͘ ͞/ Ăŵ ƐŽ ƐƵƌƉƌŝƐĞĚ Ăƚ ŚŽǁ ŵƵĐŚ ƋƵĂůŝĮĞĚ ŵĞĚŝĐĂů ĚŽĐƚŽƌƐ ĐĂŶ ĚŽ͕͟ ƐĂLJƐ WƌŝƚĂŵ ^ŝŶŐŚ͘ ͞/ƚ͛Ɛ ůŝŬĞ Ă ƐĞĐŽŶĚ ůŝĨĞ ƚŽ ŵĞ͕ ĂŶĚ ƚŽ ŵLJ ĨĂƚŚĞƌ ĂůƐŽ͘ ,Ğ͛Ɛ ĨĞĞůŝŶŐ ƚŚĞ ƐĂŵĞ͘ dŚĞLJ ŚĂǀĞ ŐŝǀĞŶ ƵƐ ŽƵƌ ůŝǀĞƐ ďĂĐŬΗ͘
Celebrate a Life hours: Mon.-Fri. 10am-8pm, Sat. & Sun. 10-6 The journey of mourning the loss of a loved one is always difficult, particularly during the holidays. Celebrate a Life offers people an opportunity to stop and remember a loved one who has died, while also helping raise awareness of the programs and services the White Rock South Surrey Hospice offers in their community. From December 1 to 23, Hospice Society Volunteers host a Celebrate a Life Tree at Semiahmoo Shopping Centre. Visitors are invited to write their loved one’s name on a paper dove and hang it on the Tree to honour their memory. With a donation of $20 or more they will also receive as a keepsake to take home, a beautiful wooden dove, hand painted by local artists. Each dove is as unique as the memory of their loved one.
Please join us at Semiahmoo Shopping Centre for our OPENING CEREMONY Saturday, December 5 @ 1pm Welcoming remarks by Mayor Wayne Baldwin and MLA Gordon Hogg
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Holiday HAPPENINGS! GET INTO THE SPIRIT OF THE SEASON! Breakfast with Santa Dec 5:
Fraser Heights Recreation Centre
Dec 5:
Newton Seniors Centre
9:30am-11:00am
Dec 18-Jan 3 Cloverdale Arena
Dec 19: Bridgeview Community Centre
Winter Festival 4:00pm-6:00pm
Dec 21-Jan 3 Guildford Aquatic Centre Newton Recreation Centre North Surrey Indoor Pool
7:00am-2:00pm
Winter Day Camps
6:00pm-8:00pm
Children: Fun Zone, Badminton – Level 1, Basketball, Camp Connections Horseback Riding
Dec 9: Newton Recreation Centre
Family Movie Night
Winter Break Fun Swims
1:00pm-4:00pm
Dec 5: South Surrey Indoor Pool
Christmas Tea
1:00pm-3:30pm
Dec 19: Guildford Recreation
Dec 5: Kensington Prairie Community Centre
Santa Claus Parade Swim
12noon-4:00pm
Winter Ice Palace
Dec 12: Fleetwood Community Centre Cloverdale Recreation Centre South Surrey Recreation
Indoor Tree Lighting Celebration
Christmas Open House Dec 12: Historic Stewart Farm
Dec 11: Cloverdale Recreation Centre
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Preschool: Christmas Break Camp, Sports Camp
Youth: Badminton, Basketball
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Gas leak causes road closure A gas leak in the Crescent Beach area sent police, fire and gas crews to the 12500-block of Crescent Road last Friday morning. Reported as an odour near Crescent Road and Tulloch Road, the leak was quickly confirmed by a technician, FortisBC spokesman Michael Allison said.
“In many cases, it is only just an odour that smells like natural gas,” Allison told Peace Arch News this week. “In this case, it did turn out to be natural gas.” Traced to a “component failure” underground, the leak was brought under control by 2 p.m. and did not impact customers, Allison said.
It did, however, impact traffic in the area, as a temporary road closure was necessary. Allison encouraged anyone who notices a smell of natural gas – it resembles rotten eggs – to always exercise caution, and call either FortisBC at 1-800-6639911 or 911. – Tracy Holmes
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Staff will be available to provide background information and to discuss potential amenities for the parks. The information gathered at this meeting will be used to refine the design for each site into preferred concepts plans.
Sunday, December 6 – 2:30 p.m.
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AN INVITATION TO A PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE Please join us for a public open house to learn about two park sites in Fleetwood and to provide your ideas and comments on their design. These parks were acquired through the development of the surrounding area and will serve as local parks for the neighbourhood.
“Singing in the Christmas Season”
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Tuesday, December 8th, 2015
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For information and updates on the project, or to provide feedback online, please visit www.surrey.ca/newparks. If you have any questions, email parksrecculture@surrey.ca or call 604 501-5050. We look forward to hearing from you regarding these great parks.
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BC & Ontario Poised for Canada’s Strongest Economic Growth in 2016 which drove down borrowing costs and in turn helped to boost housing activity in many markets. Housing has been strongest in Vancouver and Toronto, but certainly not in the rest of the country. We’ve seen a sigAtlantic provinces as a result of the steep drop in oil prices since mid-2014. I expect housing activity will slow a bit in Vancouver and Toronto in 2016. It will still be strong, but just not as strong as it was in 2015 in B.C. and Ontario. Where do you see mortgage prices heading? Mortgage rates in Canada are at generational lows. I mortgage rates are over. Instead, I think we’ll see a gradual increase in rates, which will lead to a gradual slowdown in housing activity in the coming months, by about a half a percentage point over the next year, huge decline in commodity prices. Alberta’s economy slipped into a recession, which has had a big impact on Canada’s overall economy, especially given the province had the country’s strongest economy for many years. Overall in Canada, we saw a contraction
Lower oil prices, alongside a continued slump in mining and metals, has weighted on growth. Oil-dependent provinces such as Alberta, Saskatchewan and Newfoundland and Labrador have seen their drop in housing activity. Meantime, the and B.C. are picking up, and housing sales and prices continue to climb rapidly in Toronto and Vancouver. Will this mixed economic and housing picture continue in the months ahead? Dr. Sherry Cooper, chief economist with Dominion Lending dians can expect in 2016:
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2015. Since then, we’ve seen a modest rebound. I forecast growth to be about 1.2 per cent in 2015.
What is your forecast for Canada’s economy in 2016? We are seeing a continued pickup in ly be strongest in B.C., followed by Ontario. I think overall growth for Canada in 2016 will be around
prices has come through in our economy. Some of the economic growth will be driven by increases in government spending, assuming the new Liberal government keeps its promise to add stimulus, and
rate term. It’s not a huge increase, but given how low rates are, it’s a meaningful percentage gain.
concerns me is the government’s proposed tax increase for high-income earners, which I believe will be counterproductive. Many Canadians have been watching the Canadian dollar lose strength this year. Where do you see it headed in 2016? It’s not a great story for the Canadian currency. I think we’ll see more downward pressure on the Canadian dollar next year, as a result of a rising American dollar as its economy gains steam and the Federal Reserve hikes interest rates. What’s your position on Canada’s housing market now and into 2016?
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Cinderella panto on stage at White Rock Playhouse
New twist on an old classic Alex Browne
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n real life, Lisa Pavilionis manages the Melanie Lyne clothing store at South Point in South Surrey, while her sister, Sara, is an executive for film and television at the Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada. But ‘real life’ becomes a very flexible term around this time of year – particularly for anyone involved with the White Rock Players’ Club, where putting on a colourful, loud and over-the-top Christmas pantomime each December is about the oldest community tradition there is. The Pavilionis sisters spent a chunk of this year living in ‘pantoland’ while they crafted their script for the current production (Dec. 4 - Jan. 2), a revamp of longtime favourite Cinderella at Coast Capital Playhouse (1532 Johnston Rd.). Lisa, who also directed the family-oriented musical, following up on her panto directing debut with last year’s Babes In The Woods, acknowledges that the 1960 White Rock Players script, by the late Charlotte Johnson, supplied the basic plot structure on which she and Sara have hung new dialogue, gags and comedy business. “I asked Fred (club president Fred Partridge) if I could have a copy,” said Lisa, who virtually grew up playing in White Rock pantomimes, and has fond memories of earlier Cinderellas. “I thought it would be valuable to learn from the old classic.” “Lisa mentioned that she was going to take a stab at writing the script,” Sara said. “It sounded like great fun, and I asked if I could get involved. I think we work well together – we play off each other.” It’s been her greatest involvement in the panto, so far, she said – outside of being an audience member and operating spotlights
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Sam Brealey (centre), as Cinderella, must put up with stepsisters Mildred (Jennifer Lane) and Winifred (Bryce Paul Mills). for a few performances last year (“you’re going to be operating spots for quite a few performances this year, too,” Lisa informed her during the interview). Creating the show in a vacuum before rehearsals started – and before friends in the club could read the script and offer valuable advice – posed a few challenges. “There were points where we were wondering ‘is this really funny, or just to us’,” Sara said. “Sometimes it was just us.” “There was one line we kept in that is just for us,” added Lisa. They were careful to keep the favourite fairytale elements are intact, of course, including the journey of Cinderella (Sam Brealey), who discovers a lot about herself – along with the requisite happy ending with her Prince Charming (Juliana Peralta) – while enduring the abuse of stepmother Clarice Cuttlefish (panto favourite Ray Van Ieperen) and step-sisters Mildred and Winifred, played by Jennifer Lane and (frequent Dame) Bryce Paul Mills.
“Sam is Cinderella,” Lisa said. “When (club member) Gordon Mantle and I were auditioning, we had a lot of great people come out, but nobody who really struck us as Cinderella. Then Sam arrived late and read for us – and she was perfect. Johnson’s notion of having dolls who become Cinderella’s friends was retained as a vehicle for some of the younger members of the cast – although the dolls were changed to make them a little more up-to-date – but Lisa built up a Demon (Shaun McHale) versus Fairy Godmother (Katherine Lozada) battle that wasn’t in the original. “I really like that demon-good-fairyconflict,” Lisa said. The colourful look of this year’s pantomime has been enhanced by original costumes by Pat McClean, and scenic design and painting by set designer Andrea Olund and wellknown local artist Elizabeth Hollick. Cinderella is also a very musical pantomime, Lisa said, enhanced by the
piano accompaniment of Shelley Eckstein. “I really, really enjoy music – even though I’m not musically inclined,” she added, noting that while attending a few concerts during the year she discovered plenty of music – including Elvis Presley’s Trouble – that would work with situations in the plot. “Even so, when we started rehearsing we had to drop a song or two because it didn’t fit in with the overall show.” And while she and Lisa acknowledge that they are “very, very different” in personality, they were able to navigate sisterhood and collaboration without serious conflict. “It’s been great fun for me to be on this ride,” Sara said. “It’s been a wonderful experience,” Lisa said. “I’m so happy to do this with family – they’re involved in a number of ways – and they’re starting to combine with my other family, my theatre friends.” Shows are at 7:30 p.m., with matinees at 2:30 p.m. on Dec. 6, 13, 20, 26, 27 and Jan. 2.
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With Christmas fastapproaching, Santa and Mrs. Claus are spending some of their valuable time in White Rock and Surrey in the coming weeks. In addition to stopping by White Rock Fire Hall (15315 Pacific Ave.) Dec. 5 from 8 a.m.-12 p.m., the City of Surrey is also hosting several Breakfasts with Santa: • Dec. 5: 9:30-11 a.m., Newton Seniors Centre 9:30-11 a.m. Fraser Heights Recreation Centre
• Dec. 12: 9-10:15 a.m., and 10:30-11:45 a.m. South Surrey Recreation & Arts Centre 9:30-11 a.m. Fleetwood Community Centre 9:30-11 a.m. Cloverdale Recreation Centre • Dec. 19: 9:30-11 a.m. Bridgeview Community Centre The cost is $8 and includes breakfast and a photo opportunity. To register or for more information, phone 604-501-5100.
on the Semiahmoo Peninsula 1480 George St., White Rock B.C. 604-536-9322 www.saint-johns.ca
December 6, 2015
White Rock Lutheran Church
Sunday Worship Services
Children’s Musical Friday, Dec. 11 at 7pm and Sunday, Dec. 13 at 10am Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, Dec. 24 at 6:30pm Sunday Services at 10am
10:30am Pastor Norm Miller 604-576-1394 Traditional & Christ Centered ALL ARE WELCOME
10:30am Communion Service
Meeting at St. John’s Worship Centre 1480 George St., White Rock, B.C.
Rev Willem van der Westhuizen
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Anglican Church of the Holy Trinity 15115 Roper Avenue at Foster Street Phone: 604-531-0884 www.holytrinitywhiterock.org
Sunday Services The Reverend Neil Gray, Rector
8:00 a.m. Eucharist 10:00 a.m. Sung Eucharist and Children’s Program Thursdays - 10:30 a.m. Eucharist
The Anglican Church welcomes you!
2350 - 148 St., Surrey, B.C. 604-536-8527
www.mountolivelutheran.ca Worship & Sunday School 10:15 a.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight Services 4:00 & 7:00 p.m. Christmas Day 11:00 a.m. Pastor Peter Hanson Come Celebrate with Us!
BAPTIST CHURCH 2141 Cranley Drive 604-576-6504
We sing the Traditional Hymns and use the King James version in all services.
Sunday Services 11 am & 6 pm
Parish of St. Mark – Ocean Park Anglican Church 12953 - 20th Ave. Surrey www.stmarkbc.org
604-535-8841 Rev. Craig Tanksley, Rector Rev. Denise Doerksen, Asst. Priest
14615 16th Ave., Surrey BC • 604-531-6142 www.whiterockadventist.ca John 8:32
“And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” NKJV You are Cordially Invited Sat. Dec. 5 9:30-11:30 ~ Sabbath School Service & Call to Worship 1:00-2:00 ~ Vegetarian Lunch FREE 4:30-6:30 ~ “Got Milk” FREE MOVIE Sat. Dec. 12 5:00-8:00 ~ Musical Concert & Mission Benefit Dinner Adults $15, Children $10
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 8:00 am Holy Communion 10:00 am Eucharist Service
ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCHES ON THE PENINSULA “A warm welcome to everyone”
2015 CHRISTMAS SCHEDULE Star of the Sea Church, 1153 Fir Street, White Rock Christmas Eve: Christmas Day: New Year’s Eve: New Year’s Day:
Thursday, Dec. 24th Friday, Dec. 25th Thursday, Dec. 31st Friday, Jan. 1st, 2016
Vigil Mass 4 pm Mass 10:30 am Vigil Mass 4 pm Mass 10:30 am
Good Shepherd Church, 2250 - 150th Street, Surrey Christmas Eve:
Independent, Fundamental Non-charismatic
White Rock Seventh-day ADVENTIST CHURCH
Amazing Grace How Sweet the Sound! Worship with us at St. Mark’s
Christmas Day: New Year’s Eve: New Year’s Day:
Thursday, Dec. 24th - Vigil Masses 4 pm, 6:30 pm, & midnight Mass (doors open 10pm, carols 11pm) Friday, Dec. 25th - Mass 9am & 11am Thursday, Dec. 31st - Vigil Mass 5pm (11pm Holy Hour with Adoration, Benediction) Friday, Jan. 1st, 2016 - Mass 9am,11am & 7pm
Holy Cross Church, 12268 Beecher St., Crescent Beach Christmas Eve: Christmas Day: New Year’s Day:
Thursday, Dec. 24th Friday, Dec. 25th Friday, Jan. 1st, 2016
Vigil Mass 4:00 pm Mass 8:30 am Mass 8:30 am
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Joe Turner, BB King, Eric Clapton, Charles Brown and Etta James, plus many more. The band includes regular members Leonhardt (vocals), Lonnie Glass (bass), Mark Comerford (guitar), Matt McLean (trumpet), Dave Rowse (sax), Andy Graffiti (drums), with special guests Dennis Meneely (former Streetheart Member, on keyboards), Paul Wainwright (sax) and Deb Rhymer (vocals).Tickets ($35) are available from www. bluefrogstudios.ca or call 604-542-3055.
The joyous sounds of Christmas will continue at White Rock Baptist Church (1657 140 St.) Saturday, Dec. 5, when Peninsula Productions presents its ‘Sing-ALong Messiah’ event with the 80-member Vancouver Bach Choir under the direction of Leslie Dala. It’s the second year that the choir – a Vancouver tradition since 1930 – has brought Handel’s uplifting masterwork to South Surrey. Latin Christmas Peninsula says that all who wish to “raise White Rock’s Doug Towle – internationally their voices in a Christmas spirit” are acclaimed as one of Canada’s premier welcome, be they serious singers, ‘shower guitarists, is back to put a Nuevo Flamenco singers’ or those who have yet to experience spin on the traditional Christmas repertoire. the fun of singing along with a choir. A show at Blue Frog Studios (1328 Tickets are available at South Surrey Johnston Rd.) at 7 p.m., Recreation & Arts Centre Saturday, Dec. 5 promises to (14601 20 Ave.) and spice up the eggnog of seasonal Tourism White Rock (1459 favourites with a distinctly Latin Johnston Rd.), or online at flavour. brownpapertickets.com The well-travelled Towle – a For more information, visit alex.browne@peacearchnews.com past finalist in Guitar Player www.peninsulaproductions.org magazine’s Superstar contest – has drawn influences for his Blues tunes music from around the world, as well as kudos from audiences and industry alike in Victoria, B.C.-based Uncle Wiggly’s Hot the U.S. and across Canada. Shoes Blues Band – led by Hank ‘Uncle Also a virtuoso on electric – he has Wiggly” Leonhardt – has been around since presented a well-received Carlos Santana 1978, and, during extended touring in the tribute at Blue Frog and other venues – 1980s, opened for such legends as Muddy Towle will be emphasizing the more acoustic Waters, Joe Cocker, James Cotton, Koko end of the range with the current show, Taylor and Paul Butterfield. offering an exciting and fiery Spanish twist Over the last couple of years the band has on the time-honoured favourites. extended its act with a Tribute to the Blues With seven albums of instrumental guitar Songs of Christmas – with rave reviews in Alberta and on Vancouver Island – and that’s music to his credit, Towle will draw on his 2009 album High Spirits, as well as his most the show the seasoned musicians will be bringing to Blue Frog Studios, 1328 Johnston recent recording the Christmas-themed Guitarras Navideñas for the playlist. Road, Friday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. Joining Towle will be respected sidemen Don’t expect the usual Christmas carols – Goby Catt on bass and Lyndon Dewitt on the show is a collection of traditional Blues percussion. Doors open at 6 p.m. and limited Christmas tunes from the ’20s, ’30s, ’40s, ’50s and ’60s by the likes of Louis Jordan, Big seating is first come, first served.
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White Rock Orchestra The public will be able to see an organization of volunteer music makers that has played a valuable role in the cultural life of White Rock – for some 35 years – showcased Saturday, Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m. at St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 1480 George St. That’s when the White Rock Community Orchestra will show off its varied repertoire of classics and light classics, under the baton of director Stuart Martin. Special guests will be The Cantrix Women’s Choir, directed by Sarona Mynhardt. The orchestra also
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rowing up as a multi-sport athlete – both in South Korea and, later, in Winnipeg – Andy Pack has always possessed a certain amount of natural athletic ability. Since he was a youngster, he could run, jump, kick, throw a punch, shoot a basketball; whatever the sport, he could hold his own. So imagine his surprise when, on the first day of Earl Marriott Secondary’s senior boys volleyball tryouts earlier this fall, Pack – who had not played the sport in more than a year – couldn’t successfully complete even a simple warm-up drill. “Oh, yeah, my first tryout for the volleyball team, it was bad,â€? he laughed. “There were five or six of us, and we were working on our â??It was never spiking. Every ball, I’d too much for me, go up for it, and just because when miss it completely. you're a young It was terrible – I kid‌ you can go just could not hit play them all.â?ž it, couldn’t serve or block – all the skills I Andy Pack used to have were just gone.â€? Earl Marriott Luckily for Pack, the skills that had deserted him that afternoon quickly returned after a handful of practices. Pack made the team, and was an important part of a Mariners squad that finished third in the Fraser Valley, despite having a roster of just nine players for most of the season. This week, Earl Marriott is hitting the court at the Langley Events Centre, where senior boys AAA championships began Wednesday. Though he is focusing solely on volleyball at the moment, Pack’s athletic career is impressive for someone just 17 years of age. Born in Seoul, he began playing all manner of sports by the time he was seven, most notably taekwondo, where he earned a black belt by the time he was 12. Pack’s family – including an older brother and two younger twin sisters – came to Canada when he was 10, and settled in Winnipeg, where he continued to participate in whatever sports presented themselves. “I’ve played sports my whole life – football, volleyball, basketball, boxing, taekwondo and some other martial arts, swimming,â€? he said, adding that he gets his athletic genes from his father, who played soccer growing up in South Korea. “It was never too much for me, because when you’re a young kid, you don’t have any pressure in any one sport – you don’t have to focus on just one thing, you can go play them all.â€? In Winnipeg, where Pack lived for four years before moving to the Semiahmoo i see page 40
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Five local football players are now Vanier Cup champions as members of the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds. The five were in the lineup Saturday in Quebec City for the CIS (Canadian Interuniversity Sports) championship game, where the T-Birds toppled the favoured Montreal Carabins 26-23 on a 20-yard field goal by Quinn van Gylswyk on the final play. Second-year receiver Will Watson of South Surrey, fourth-year offensive lineman Ethan Sadowski, third-year offensive lineman Tony Ganton of North Delta, and first-year players Malcolm Lee at receiver and Vikaram Varpaul on offensive line were all wearing the Thunderbird’s blue and gold Saturday. Sadowski, Watson and Ganton were starters in the game, contributing to the first Vanier Cup championship by UBC since 1997. Watson, who had a team-high 57 receptions and 763 yards in his second season as a receiver, was also the main target Saturday. He tied a Vanier Cup record for most receptions in a game with 12 and finished with a game-high 171 receiving yards, the longest for 36 yards. “I exceeded expectations this season,� said the former White Rock Titan. “I played a pretty critical role on the offence, and I was happy with that. It was like I was back in minor football.� Sadowski, a defensive lineman for his first three seasons at UBC, missed the first half of the season due to injury, then returned to play on offence at the midway point. With Sadowski in the lineup, the T-Birds won their final four regular season games and all four playoff games. The T-Birds were 2-2 in the Canada West conference midway through the season, but then reeled off four straight victories to place second. They defeated the Univeri see page 38
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All-star nod for Tweedsmuir grad i from page 37 sity of Manitoba Bisons 52-10 in semifinals, clinched the Canada West championship with a 34-26 victory over previously unbeaten Calgary, then handled the St. Francis Xavier X-Men 36-9 in Antigonish, N.S. to qualify for the Vanier Cup. In the championship game, the Thunderbirds dominated the first half of play, and were up 16-0 late in the second quarter. The Carabins took advantage of a pair of UBC turnovers to score 10 points in the final three minutes of the first half to get back in the game, and pulled even at 23-23 with eight minutes remaining. UBC attempted a field goal with 90 seconds remaining, but a bad snap turned the ball over. A.J. Blackwell then intercepted a Montreal pass at the Carabins’ 51-yard line 10 seconds later, giving the ball back to the T-Birds. Quarterback Michael O’Connor completed passes of 12 and eight
yards to Watson, putting the ball in field-goal range. Three plays later, van Gylswyk ended the game with a 20-yard field goal. Prior to the game, Sadowski spoke of the importance of taking advantage of an opportunity to win a championship. “We won the B.C.’s (provincial championship) when I was a Grade 9 (at Seaquam Secondary) in Senior AA,” he said. “We were always projected to go far in the playoffs, and we did go far, but we never won another championship. “Not a lot of guys get this chance. And for some guys, this could be their last game.” Q The CIS announced its award winners Nov. 26 at a banquet in Quebec City. Jamel Lyles of the University of Manitoba Bisons was selected a second-team All-Canadian as a kick returner. The Surrey native was also one of four finalists for the Peter Gorman Trophy as rookie of the
year, an honour which went to Mathieu Betts of the Laval Rouge et Or. Lyles, a graduate of Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary, was a Canada West All-star at both running back and kick returner. He led the conference with 1,564 all-purpose yards in eight games played. He ranked third in rushing with 691 yards, third in kickoff return yards with 407 and was second in punt return yardage with 344. He also caught 14 passes for 130 yards. Lyles scored seven touchdowns, five by rushing, one on a kickoff return and one on a punt return. “Jamel has had an outstanding season in his first year at Manitoba,” said Bisons head coach Brian Dobie. “I knew he was going to have an impact in his rookie season, but he far exceeded expectations and was a constant force on both offence and special teams.”
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With boxing – he signed up for a program at a local community centre – he found the same sense of strength and confidence he’d once experienced in martial arts. “I just thought I’d give it a try, but it wasn’t the smoothest start,” he laughed. “My first two years, they were a little rough.”
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He admits his mother wasn’t exactly thrilled with his new sport of choice, but he never shied away from the physical nature of it. “My mom, especially, was worried I was going to get injured, but I absolutely loved it. I just loved feeling secure, knowing you can protect yourself – and others, too – if you have to. “It helps build your confidence, but I wasn’t learning it so I could necessarily use it. It wasn’t like in the movies where I was going to go out and beat somebody up. It was for my own satisfaction.” Pack has put boxing on the back burner since arriving at EMS, choosing instead to focus on volleyball, which he admits is his favourite sport. Once he shook off the early season rust, his natural talent was obvious, said Marriott head coach Dave Dooley. “He’s very athletic and has very quick feet – which comes from boxing,” he said. “And
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he’s been very open to learning and he’s been patient with himself too, getting back into the sport.” Pack said it’s the team aspect of volleyball – as opposed to taekwondo or boxing, which are individual endeavours – that draws him to the sport. “It requires so much communication with your teammates… I had to adjust, coming from boxing. Before, you think, ‘I have to do this, or I will fail.’ But in volleyball, I can rely on my teammates,” he said. “It’s been great. Nothing beats it.” The Mariners are the two-time defending senior boys volleyball champions at the AAA level, and their quest for a third began Wednesday with round-robin games. The tournament continues through today (Friday) and wraps up Saturday, with the gold-medal game set for 5 p.m. Visit www.bchighschoolboysvolleyball. com for scores, schedules and more information.
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Selling a home: de-personalizing is key By Nicolle Hodges
We all know the saying “dress to impress,” when it comes going out for the night. The same can be said for a home when getting it ready for sale. It’s all about presentation, minding the small details, and taking your personal touch out of the equation. Freshening up rooms with a splash of paint, polishing handles, and de-cluttering closets are just some of the basics when it comes to preparation. While there is no telling what will cause a buyer to sway one way or another, Louise McKnight, real estate agent and co-owner of Bay Realty, says that everyone loves a bright home. “Open the drapes, clean the windows, change the lampshades, increase the wattage of your light bulbs, and cut the bushes outside to let in sunshine,” she suggests. “Do what you have to do make your house bright and cheery – it will make it more sellable.” Also, consider that not everybody is a dog- or cat-lover. “Buyers don’t want to walk in your home and see and especially smell animals,” McKnight says. “Take a critical look and sniff to see if your home is smelling fresh.” Next comes a no-brainer: fixing anything that is broken. “If you are [aware] of things that need to be repaired such as faulty light switches, leaking pipes, it’s a good idea to have these taken care off before your home goes on the market,”
she says. “The more items on the inspection list to repair the more concerned the buyers can become.” McKnight says that the kitchen is a very important room in your home, and if you can afford to spend the money on new appliances, you will see [a] return. As for the fastest, most inexpensive kitchen updates, she advises new cabinet hardware, and painting using a neutral-color paint so you can present buyers with a blank canvas where they can start envisioning their own style. Simply put, the more personal stuff in your house, the less potential buyers can imagine themselves living there. “One of the most important things to do when selling your house is to de-personalize it,” she says. “Leave some family photos as you want to give a homey loving feeling but don’t have photos throughout the house, after all they potential buyers are there to look at the features of your home and family photos can be very distracting.” No matter how good the interior of your home looks, McKnight says that buyers have already judged your home before they walk through the door, and you never have a second chance to make a first impression. “People make up their minds within 30 seconds of entering your home if it’s the home for them,” she says. “Its crucial to have a warm welcoming clutter free entrance. A sparkling clean home free of clutter keeps the
buyers focused on your home and not your stuff.” This is where hiring a home stager like Scotty Rolland, Owner Scotty Rolland Home Staging, could help relieve some of the pressure of making a home perfectly pleasing to the eye by maximizing its attributes and minimizing the flaws. It all comes down to making sure the answer to the question, “can you picture raising your family here?” is a yes. “My job is to make the square footage look larger, make sure every square foot is ‘lived in,’ even a small corner in a stair landing or laundry room,” she says. “Remember, you are selling a ‘lifestyle.’” For example, Rolland says
when staging a home around a much sought after private school where the existing homeowner's children attend, she wants the potential buyer to see this with awards, school uniforms, and so on. However, a family picture of Disneyland will not entice buyers. According to Rolland, some common mistakes people can make when trying to sell their home is trying to stage on their own. “You are selling the most important investment in your life [so] you are too emotionally involved. Hire someone who knows how to do this,” she says. It’s important to know what you are competing against, and a home stager will have an eye for bringing out the best of a room or
unused space. “Do all the houses for sale in your neighbourhood have a wine cellar, a home gym, or a main level office?” asks Rolland. “Create these even if you do not have them, for example, set up a table with a wine tasting in one of your rooms [or] add a treadmill to your over sized laundry room.” If you are looking to hire a company that does home staging, she advises questioning their success rate, asking for Realtor referrals, making sure they are a local company so they know the market, and checking how long have they been in business, which includes asking for sample photos. The bottom line is that the first impression is the only impression, so it’s important to get it right.
“A sparkling clean home free of clutter keeps the buyers focused on your home and not your stuff.”
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B & B MOBILE SERVICES
Helping Seniors My Specialty 604 - 916 - 0739
www.BBmoving.ca
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DRYWALL
PSB DRYWALL LTD.â&#x2DC;&#x2026; All Boarding, Taping, Framing & Texture. Insured work. Dump Removal Service. 604-762-4657 / 778-246-4657
FLATTEN POPCORN CEILINGS Update your home with beautiful flat ceilings * No Scraping * No Sanding * No Mess CALL FRIENDLY BENJAMIN 604-230-7928 DEAD LEVEL Construction Ltd. Complete Drywall Work - $500 min. Bob 604-830-1322 www.deadlevel.ca BBB Accredited Member
MOVING & STORAGE
MOVING?
30 Yrs. Experience - References
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AFFORDABLE MOVERS www.affordablemoversbc.com
From $45/Hr.
1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1-3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
604-537-4140 329 PAINTING & DECORATING REPAINT SPECIALIST
FULL RENOVATIONS Including Kitchens, Bathrooms, Man Caves & Basement Suites
Doors, Casings, Walls, Baseboards, Ceiling Repairs - Painting. Finishing available. rene.s@telus.net
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FINISH CARPENTER Finish Carpentry - Mouldings, sundecks, stairs, siding, painting, drywall. Refs. Rainer cel 604-613-1018
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A SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR European trained. Specializing in Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Local refs. Reasonable Rates. Call 604-532-1710
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HOME REPAIRS
HANDYMAN Home Repair Services - 45 Yrs Exp Call or Text Henry 604-868-5441
EXPERT HANDYMAN available for most jobs big or small. Young, fit & hardworking. Great rates & friendly service! Phone Dan 604-679-1278
RENEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S SPRAY & BRUSH PAINTING 778-855-5361 Danish Quality
ELECT SERVICES Tree Pruning, Topping & Removal Hedge Trimming ~ Disposal
Full Landscape & Maintenance Services Insured ~ WCB Over 25 yrs Exp.
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ELECTRICAL
All Electrical. Low Cost. Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062 ELECTRICIAN - Dana Thompson Over 24yrs exp. Res/Comm. Free est. Bonded. #14758 604-353-1519 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
*Free Estimate *Seniors Discount
Call 778-245-5006 C & C GARDENERS Tree & Shrub Pruning, Lawn Maint., Clean-up. 25 Yrs Experience. 604-530-2232
Excavators, Backhoes, Bobcats & Dump Trucks for hire
LOW RATES 604-617-1774
TOPSOIL & GRAVEL
Licensed, Bonded, Expert trouble shooter. 24/7. 100% guaranteed.
DEAD LEVEL Construction Ltd. Complete Home Renoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Additions, Shops/Garages - from start to ďŹ nish Suite Legalization Specialist WE DO IT ALL! www.deadlevel.ca Call Bob at 604-830-1322 BBB Accredited Member EXP. CARPENTER / HANDYMAN All types of work! No job too small! Over 20 yrs exp! Ed 778-888-8603
604-531-5935
CLEANING LADY ~ reliable, prof., will clean your home, office. 10 years exp. Reasonable rates. Excellent references. 778-960-9865
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MaZebah 778-788-7390
Century Hardwood Floors 604-376-7224
CLEANING SERVICES
Eric 604-541-1743 EXTRA INCOME ClassiďŹ ed ads are a direct line to extra income. Somewhere there is a buyer for the things you no longer want or need. 604-575-5555
Small or Large JOBS
APPLIANCE REPAIRS
Service to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers & dishwashers. Reasonable. Also Appliance Removal Call Mark (604)536-9092
HANDYPERSONS
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COMPUTER SERVICES
Peace Arch Appliance
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WHITE ROCK HANDYMAN Repair - Renovate - Organize Build - Design - Electric
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
PROFESSIONAL CARPET CLEANING
Part Time FEEDER
FENCING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
DEAD LEVEL CONSTRUCTION. COMPLETE FENCING ($500 min.) Bob 604-830-1322 www.deadlevel.ca BBB Accredited Member
. Need Cash? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. SnapCarCash. 604-777-5046
604-599-5503
Chair Rental available at
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New West 604.522.4900
Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mowing Business for Sale Call 310-JIMS (5467)
CLEANING SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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SUPREME HEDGES 130
HELP WANTED
NOW HIRING! Delivery Drivers Must have your own reliable CARGO VAN (minimum ž ton) and clean driver abstract.
â&#x20AC;˘ #1 Hedge Trim â&#x20AC;˘ #1 Pruning â&#x20AC;˘ #1 Tree Cutting â&#x20AC;˘ #1 Clean Up & Removal Free Estimates!
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.Hayden Painting 778-229-0236 Family Owned & Operated Ryan 778.229.0236
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COMPLETE HOME RENOS KITCHENS | BATHROOMS | NEW ADDITIONS
*Seniors Disc. *Insured *28 yrs.
Jay 604-857-1959
SAVE 10% - BOOK BEFORE THE NEW YEAR!
604.474.0116 www.stonypoint.ca
*QualiďŹ ed Pruning *Fruit Trees *Hedge Shaping *Fall Clean-Ups
Horticulture Grad. BCIT Since 1989 - FULLY INSURED
NO CARS, SUVS, MINI-VANS OR PICKUP TRUCKS.
Call Mike 604-671-3312 expertlawnmanagement.com
â&#x20AC;˘ Tuesday Evenings & Thursday Evenings â&#x20AC;˘ Pick up newspapers from our warehouse â&#x20AC;˘ Deliver newspapers to our carriersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; homes in Langley City, Walnut Grove and Aldergrove
GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
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****GUTTER CLEANING**** SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE ~~ Call Ian 604-724-6373 ~~
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS Designing and renovating new kitchens, bathrooms, basements, house make-overs and additions
Christmas Light Installation Gutter, Window Cleaning & Yard cleanup. 20 yrs exp. 778-384-4912
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HANDYPERSONS
AT YOUR SERVICE. Carpentry, Concrete, Painting, Rubbish Removal. Call Dave (604)999-5056
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Find a job you love.
Call for FREE in-home consultation In-house design team and cabinet shop
HELP WANTED
Showroom: Unit 62 - 15515 24th Ave. (at King George Blvd.) Tel: 604-538-9622
www.mpbconstruction.com 130
HELP WANTED
130
HELP WANTED
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356
RUBBISH REMOVAL
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APPLIANCES
639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES
BBB, WCB & LIABILITY Cell 604-837-6699
www.paintspecial.com
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778-322-2378 Lower Mainland 604-996-8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for over 12yrs
CHRISTMAS TREE, large 8 ft tree, only used 1x, $40. (604)535-8199
ABIAN RUBBISH REMOVAL
Cloverdale High Performance paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.
PROMPT & RELIABLE. Free Estimates. (604)897-3423
~ PRO PAINTERS ~ INTERIOR / EXTERIOR Quality Work, Free Estimates Member of Better Business Bureau
UNDER $300
RON Morin
RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
1561 Vidal W/R, 1050 SF,quiet 1 Bdrm & Den, 1.5 baths, insuite W/D, incl heat. No pets, smoking, kids.Max 2 people, parking, balcony, Avail Jan 1, possibly sooner.$1050. leslie_9876@outlook.com., 604-531-3205
KING SIZE BED - excellent cond. Asking $300: (604)531-1754
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ACTIVE SENIOR Well maintained Concrete High Rise in White Rock close to shopping.
Swimming Pool & All Amenities. UTILITIES INCLUDED. NS/NP
Call 604-538-5337 1 Room-$89/Rm Incl Benjamin Moore Paint. Dave, 604-614-3416
.Russells Rubbish Removal 604-787-7355 White Rock / South Surrey
CRESTWOOD MANOR
1321 Foster St. Bachelor $795/mo IN WELL MAINTAINED NEWLY UPDATED BUILDING. Heat, hot water and secured u/g parking stalls included. No pets, No smoking.
Call: 604-363-4631
Skyline Apts White Rock Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms Call for Availability White Rock, Live-In Manager Hot Water & u/g parking incl.
A-1 Painting Company - Interior / Exterior 20 years exp. Summer Special 10% off (604)723-8434
Brads Junk Removal.com. Same Day Service. Affordable Rates! 604.220.JUNK (5865)
Almost for free! (778)997-5757
20% discount on re-painting or
3 rooms $299
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SUNDECKS
Free Estimates
Home Plumbing Service WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT SPECIALISTS
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*Same Day Service *$200 FortisBC Rebate . Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 .Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005
TILING
373B
A-1 Ceramics, Marble, Glass blocks Install/Repair. Res./Comm. 20 yrs exp. Peter’s Tile 604-209-0173
PETS 477
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
A Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber Furnaces, Boilers, Hot Water Heating, Hotwater Tanks, Drain/ Duct Cleaning & Plumbing Jobs. ✭ 604-312-7674 ✭ ✭ 604-507-4606 ✭
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Golden Doodle puppies, born Oct. 23, Dad is (50lbs.) Standard Poodle (cert hips, elbows), Mom is (68lbs.) Golden Retriever. Ready Dec. 18. Ideal family companions / service dogs (intelligent, gentle, eager to please, good with children/animals, low or no shed). Experienced (30 years), knowledgable, kennelless breeders. First shots / deworming. $1,200, Mission 604-820-4827 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com
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SHELL BUSEY’S Home Improvements
Call today to set up an appointment 604-467-9232
CALL TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE
www.askshell.com
Unit #7 - 2320 King George Blvd. in South Surrey
Serving the Lower Mainland
604.542.2236
713
COTTAGES
Live-in Small Farm Tenant Wanted Retired couple needed to maintain 100 chickens, pheasants and cranes 5 days/wk. They are encouraged to make money from further production. Small 2 bdrms, kitchen, living & sunroom, laundry, basic utils. N/S. Call 604-538-1114
736
HOMES FOR RENT
REAL ESTATE 625
FOR SALE BY OWNER
172nd/ 0 Ave 1/2 acre development property with house. For more info call 604-767-7099 no agents pls
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HOMES WANTED
Yes, We Pay CASH!
Damaged or Older Houses! Condos & Pretty Homes too!
Check us out! www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-626-9647
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
ALL RENOVATIONS** HOMES, TOWNHOUSES & CONDOS
Call 604-536-0379 WHITE ROCK. Sunny and bright 1 bdrm suite. Incl cable, heat & prkg. NS/NP. Dec 15. 604-535-0925.
Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms
“OVER 30 YEARS IN HOME IMPROVEMENTS” DEAL WITH A COMPANY YOUR FAMILY CAN TRUST!
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~ Fir Apartments ~ 1455 Fir St WHITE ROCK 1 Bdrm units avail now Heat & hot wtr incl. Swimming pool & rec room On site mgr
MISC. WANTED
Have unwanted or inherited firearms in your possession? Don’t know how to dispose of them safely and legally? Contact Wanstalls and we will come and pick them up and pay you fair value for them. Wanstalls has been proudly serving the Lower Mainland firearms community since 1973. We are a government licensed firearms business with fully certified verifiers, armorers and appraisers.
GERMAN Shepherd pups. Working line. Blk & blk/tan. 8 wks old, 4 left. $750. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602
.604.536.2216 www.bhserviceplumbing.org
www.cycloneholdings.ca
MISC. FOR SALE
Have Unwanted Firearms?
*BBB: A+ Rating *Firm Quotes
Call (604) 542-4663
Call 604-536-8499
ROMANCE Your Christmas Local BC Adult Retailer Shop Online Now & Receive 25% OFF! www.shagg.ca
PLUMBING
www.homeplumbingservice.ca
FUEL
ALDER, BIRCH, MAPLE MIX. Cut up to 16’’ lengths, split, seasoned, ready to burn. $260 a 4 x 4 x 8 cord delivered. Call 604-339-9077
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Call Sunny 778-893-1786
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New SRI Manufactured homes Singles $74,900. Doubles $94,900. PARK SPACES AVAILABLE REPOSSESSIONS 1974-2010 www.glenbrookhomes.net Chuck 604-830-1960 Trades. Financing. Permits.
White Rock. 1300 sq/ft BEACH HOUSE (with rented side suite).. Walk to beach, great view! Reno’d 2 Bdrm + loft, 5 appli’s, pkng. N/S. Dec 15th. $1500. 604-816-4150 WHITE ROCK, 1444 Finlay St., huge lot, spac. 3 bdrm rancher, cls to schl/hospital. Avl. now. $1700/m. 604-518-5612 / (604)590-6813
1 & 2 Bedrooms avail
UNDER $400
Chesterfield & Loveseat, as new, black & white modern design, cost $2600, asking $400. 604-802-3466.
EXTRA CHEAP JUNK RUBBISH REMOVAL
ROOMS FOR RENT
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
2002 TOYOTA CAMRY LE - 187K. Silver, gray. New brakes, tires 90%. Perfect condition. $5500: Call (604)541-1025
SUITES, LOWER
Surrey-Panorama Ridge Area. View of Baker, sm. lake & golf course. Approx. 1300sf. 2 bdrm. 2 Full bath & Full Kitchen. Gas F/P. Lrg. Pri. Deck. Sep. ent. New Paint, N/S, Small Pet OK. $1350 + utils. Incls. Laundry Avail. Now. 604.644.9113
.Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244.
RATTAN: large, white 4 pce Rattan set with cushions. Good condition. $140. Call: 604-535-8189.
525
WCB INSURED
Vincent 543-7776
UNDER $200
TRANSPORTATION
South Surrey New suite 2-bdrm $1150/month. Brand new appls, ldry Nr amenities. NP/NS. 778-9291970 or: europecos@hotmail.com
Xerox Work Center office copier, $100. 604-802-3466.
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746
750
UNDER $100
FOLDABLE HANDICAP WALKER like new, $60. Call: (604)535-8199
RENTALS
WHITE ROCK quiet room for rent. Furn’d/unfurn’d bdrm with TV, priv ent, full bath/lndry, cooking facilities avail. Also use of large sitting room with TV & balcony. Uptown, close to bus & Mall. Roof patio panoramic ocean view! Ref’s req’d. NS/NP, no parties. $675/mo incl utils, pkng, TV, cable, wifi. Reply if mature female. Avail January. 604-531-1192.
JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls
Re-Paint Specialist 15 Years Experience Interior/Exterior, stucco painting.
HOMES FOR RENT
DRESSER; Large 6 drawer Ikea dresser, dark colour, $100. Call: (604)535-8199
2 coats any colour
PRISM PAINTING CO.
736
Service to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers & dishwashers. Reasonable. Also Appliance Removal Call Mark (604)536-9092
Ticketed Painter. N/S. In Business 25 Yrs. A+ Rating
NORTH STARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com AMAZING WORK, AMAZING VALUE! 778.245.9069
RENTALS
Peace Arch Appliance
AJM PAINTING
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299
REAL ESTATE
Homelife Pen. Property 604-536-0220
South Surrey 13932 21 A Avenue 4 Bdrm + Den House Large home 4700+ sq/ft on 3 levels. Cul-de-sac location, hardwd flrs, s/steel appli’s, 3 Baths +Ensuite, Livrm, Dinrm, Famrm; Bsmt with Rec/Game/Gym/Storage, wine cellar. Avail now. $4000/mo +utils. Call Coronet Realty 604-298-3235 Viewings 10am-4pm Mon-Fri WHITE ROCK-1000sf. 3 bdrm. 1/2 blk. to beach & shops. Older style quaint home. Newer paint & carpet. Incls. W/D. 3 car prkg. $1200 small pet OK. Avail. Dec.1/ 604.418.6654
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OFFICE/RETAIL OFFICE SPACES
*ROSEMARY CENTRE 3388 Rosemary Hts Cres. 2nd floor office space 301 sq/ft
*WHITE ROCK SQUARE 1480 Foster Street 519 sq/ft & 647 sq/ft 604-536-5639 to view/rates
Classifieds work. An economical solution to advertise your service!
WHITE ROCK; 1 Bdrm a/grnd bsmt suite, 5 appls, tub w/shower. Wood blinds. Near hospital & shops. N/S, small pet neg. $950/mo + utils. 604-788-7575 or 604-308-1206.
2008 VW Golf City, 4 dr hatch, 64K, black, 5 spd stnd, many options, $6000 firm. 604-538-9257
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle REMOVAL ~~ ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT ~~ $$$ PAID FOR SOME. 604.683.2200 The Scrapper
WHITE ROCK. 1 bdrm suite, steps to beach. Clean & quiet with gas f/p. In-suite laundry. Suits 1 person. $975/month utils inc. n/s, n/p. refs. 604-536-4630.
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SUITES, UPPER
OCEAN PARK. Stroll to Crescent Beach, great location, charming 3 bdrm upper floor of home tucked in quiet Crescent Heights. Updated 1300 sq.ft. home with hardwood flrs, modern kitchen & decor, W/D, D/W, wood burning f/p, deck, yard, garden. Near schools & transit. N/P please. N/S only. Recent ref’s req’d, $1800/mo + 60%utils. Avail immed. Call 604-542-1904.
TRANSPORTATION 806
ANTIQUES/CLASSICS
1936 Chev Master 4 dr sedan, 51,415 miles, Stored indoors, No rust. $15,000 Jack 604-531-3909
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