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Deportation order lifted against José Figueroa Langley man has lived more than two years in local church DAN FER GUSON Tim es Reporter

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The day before José Figueroa was to end more than two years in sanctuary by walking out of Walnut Grove Lutheran Church, he was busy with phone interviews.

After more than two years living in sanctuary in the Walnut Grove Lutheran church, José Figueroa is free to spend Christmas with his family. The Langley man was granted an exemption from a deportation order on Monday, a decision that will allow him to be home in time for the holidays. “I am very happy,” Figueroa told The Times. “This is a good thing. Justice has finally been done.” He planned to delay his departure from the church until Wednesday, Dec. 23, his birthday, to allow friends and supporters a chance to attend. Figueroa said he had been discussing lifting the deportation order with the CBSA for several days, but the phone call from a CBSA officer early Monday afternoon still came as a surprise. “It was 12:15 p.m.” Figueroa recalled. “He (the officer) said, ‘congratulations, your (residency) has been approved, so we are not looking to arrest you any more. You

don’t have to give us your passport.’ “It just came out of the blue.” The phone call was followed by an emailed Dec. 21 letter from Citizenship and Immigration Canada that said John McCallum, the new federal minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship had overturned the May 5, 2010 decision that declared Figueroa inadmissible to Canada. His permanent resident application has been approved in principle, and as a result, the deportation order and arrest warrant have been cancelled. The new minister “found that there are sufficient humanitarian and compassionate considerations in your case to warrant an exemption,” said the letter, signed by A. Maekawa, a senior immigration officer in Vancouver. Figueroa thinks the recent change of federal government likely played a role in the decision. “It has a lot to do with it,” he said. “If it was still a Conservative government, there would still be an arrest warrant for me.” Continued Page 7

Toyota Camry may be involved in fatal hit and run DAN FERGUSON Times Reporter

The sister of Daniel Patrick McAuley wants the driver responsible for his death to do the right thing and turn themselves in. “We just want some answers,” Janet Nilssen told CTV News. The 44-year-old McAuley was walking home around 2:30 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 20, when he was struck and killed in the 2900 block of 200 Street in a quiet residential area close to where he lived. His body was discovered by a passing motorist. Weather and visibility conditions were poor at the time. There is no sidewalk on that stretch of 200 Street, but there

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The days of parents camping out in the middle of winter to ensure their children are registered at the school of their choice are long over in Lang-

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ing out in the Lochiel gym with a sleeping bag so I could get my kids into French immersion,” said school trustee Alison McVeigh. The Langley Fundamental school park-

ing lot drew national headlines, with RVs and tents lining the school, and parents setting up camp two weeks in advance. “That just isn’t right and it was one of the reasons I became a

trustee, to change that,” said McVeigh. Trustee David Tod said he worked in a choice school in Abbotsford where parents camped out. “It’s unfair because it is based on which par-

ents can take the most time off work or bribe grandparents to camp out. “It needed to be more just,” said Tod. So now, parents will no longer be able to register their unborn

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A fire was set to debris left during the demolition of the Aldergrove school site on the morning of Dec. 17. At 3:09 a.m., Township fire crews responded to a call about the ‘bonfire’ at the school site in the 27000 block of Fraser Highway. Three fire engines responded and Fraser Highway had to be blocked off while fire trucks accessed hydrants, said Township fire chief Stephen Gamble. There were several locations where the fire was deliberately set, said Gamble. It didn’t take crews long to knock down the blaze. The demolition company was called in to use their machine to tear the pile apart which stopped the fire from gathering momentum, he said. The old school was knocked down on Dec. 14 and 15. A fence has been put up around the debris and there are do not enter signs put up. Only the facade of the school, built in 1912, will remain as a heritage feature, which will be incorporated into the new recreational centre being built on the property.

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Making Christmas merry and bright for 23 years Volunteers will once again serve dinner at St. Joseph’s church on Dec. 25 to anyone in need of a meal and companionship This Christmas Day will mark the 23rd year volunteers have served turkey dinner to those in need at St. Joseph’s Catholic church in Langley City. Doors open at 4 p.m. on Dec. 25, with dinner served at 5 p.m. The entire set up, cooking and serving and clean up requires more than 50 volunteers. Most of the volunteers, including Craig Poirier and his large family, are members of the congregation at St. Joe’s, but others come from the community at large. Each year St. Joe’s has seen between 200 and 250 people come through their doors anticipating a traditional dinner and some company during the holidays. “We are getting down to the wire now,” said this year’s co-ordinator Diana Laflamme. “I’m still looking for drivers to pick up guests who can’t get here, I need a truck to pick up all the desserts. “I’m still looking for a photographer to take pictures. It’s going to be a great evening.” Laflamme said the people who come to the dinner are homeless, seniors, families in need and those who don’t have any family to spend time with. “No one should spend Christmas alone,” she said. To that end, they have greeters and people who will visit with the guests and get to know them. “I think it’s interesting to note that other churches in Langley, of different denominations, come togeth-

er for this great cause, to serve this meal at St. Joseph’s,” said Laflamme. Father James Kairu has volunteered to wash dishes, she said. There will be eggnog and appetizers beforehand. Dinner is the traditional turkey, ham, stuffing, potatoes, gravy and everything in between. During the meal, musical guests, Canuck anthem singer Mark Donnelly, and his family will sing Christmas carols. A puppet show will entertain the younger ones. Each person also is given a dessert tray to take home. Poirier and his family make cooking the meal a Christmas tradition. He’s been cooking the turkeys, off and on, for 20 years, he said. “I help out whenever needed,” said Poirier. “We will cook 15 to 20 turkeys in a night. When I first started we got about 100 people for dinner, but it has been 200 for a long time. “Loneliness hits home the hardest at Christmastime, so there is definitely a need for this.” With seven children, he has a family of helpers. “One year my daughter brought her camera and someone lent her a portable printer, so she took people’s pictures who wanted one and she put it in a frame and gave it to them. “Often people living on the streets don’t have many pictures of themselves.” Poirier said they try to make the evening cheerful and social, not just a meal.

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For the past 23 years, members of St. Joseph’s Catholic church and volunteers from the community have worked together to provide a traditional Christmas dinner for people who would otherwise not have one. Guests include the homeless, seniors and others who would spend the holiday alone if not for the meal provided at St. Joe’s. Each year, the church depends on volunteers to prepare and serve the meal as well as clean up afterward and, in some cases, drive guests to and from the church. Call 604-530-0997. “It’s our family’s tradition at Christmas to serve this meal and it’s the greatest time. We are glad to do it if we can make the burden

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Join the Langley Field Naturalists on Jan.16 at 9 a.m. to visit Terra Nova Rural Park in Richmond looking for raptors, snow geese and other birds that spend the winter in the marshes on the West side of Richmond. Phone 604-532-0455 for more information.

Property tax assessment and appeal process demystified. Learn how to prepare and submit an appeal if you disagree with your assessment. Jan. 6, 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Langley Senior Resource and Recreation Centre, 20605 51B Ave. Please register at 604-530-3020. Drop-ins welcome. Free and open to the public.

First Capital Chorus is looking for men who love to sing. Rehearsals every Thursday evening from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Willoughby Church, 20525 72 Ave. For more information, call Gord at 604-5304795 or John at 604-888-0435.

Heritage Holidays at Fort Langley National Historic Site 23433 Mavis Ave. runs until Jan. 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day) Holiday scavenger hunts with candy cane prizes, Christmas tree decorating, heritage crafts, chestnut roasting, holiday photo stations and hot chocolate tasting. Regular admission fees apply. Train to become a Volunteer Tutor and help a child who is struggling with reading or math. The Learning Disabilities Association Fraser South is a registered charity offering afterschool one to one tutoring for children aged 7 to 13. Information session Jan. 5, 7 p.m. at Douglas Park School. Register at 604-5915156. More info at www.ldafs.org. The Red Hat Society encourages women to pursue fun and friendship by going to lunch, dinner, theatre and local venues (a lot of the activities include walking). Call Dorothy (our Queen) at 604-546-3307 or Lois (our Vice-Queen) at 604-514-0708. Langley Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteer drivers. Meal delivery takes place Monday to Friday 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. It usually only takes 1.5 hours of time to do a route. Call 604-533-1679 for details. Langley Pos-Abilities Society is looking for volunteers. Will be required to become a member of the Society ($10/year). Must have vehicle with trailer hitch, be capable of lifting or moving assistive devices, and available one part day per week. Mileage will be paid. Contact Zosia at 604-961-0117. Depressed, anxious, panic attacks, fears, worry, helplessness? Come to Recovery International, Monday nights, 7 p.m. in Langley Hospital cafeteria meeting room, northwest corner. Contact Heather at 604616-4800 or visit www.recovery canada. org.

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LMHA Penny Pincher Thrift Shop needs volunteer sorters and cashiers. Applications at 20550 Fraser Hwy. The Langley Lawn Bowling Club is for all ages and operates year-round, with carpet bowls and cards from October through April and outdoor bowling, May through September. Reasonable membership fees required. South end of Douglas Park. Call Nell at 604-534-7465 for information. Men’s Langley League Cribbage urgently needs players. Evenings, 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Phone Rob 604-533-9363 or Tim 604-5302364. Fort Langley Voyageurs Scottish dancers meet Tuesdays at 7 p.m. at the Fort Langley Community Hall. Always room on the floor for new dancers, no partners necessary, any age, teen to senior. Teacher Rebecca Blackhall-Peters is a very experienced and highly regarded dance instructor. Singles Social and Walking Club seeks new members age 45 and up. For details, call Christina at 604-375-7732 or Dorothy at 604-594-1260 or email singsocwc@ gmail.com. Langley Newcomers and Friends is a non-profit, community minded club for women of all ages. Meets the first Tuesday of every month at the WC Blair Rec Centre at 7:15 p.m. For info phone Diane Campbell at 604-626-9678 or email us at langleynewcomers@hotmail.com. Volunteers needed at Langley Lodge Sign up at www.langleylodge.org and go to the Volunteer Page. Or call Judith McBride, 604-532-4209 or email jmcbride@ langleylodge.org. TOPS Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a non profit weight loss support group. For a daytime chapter near you phone Linda at 604-462-9326, for night time phone Jacquie at 604-556-0535. The Senior Men’s golf club at Poppy Estate Golf Course is looking for new members 55 years or older. Information on the club can be found at www.poppyseniormensgolf. com or phone 604-530-4501. The Fraser Health Crisis Line is recruiting volunteers. No previous experience is needed as extensive training and ongoing support is provided. If you are interested, visit their website at www.options.bc.ca. and follow the link for the Crisis Line. Volunteers needed Langley Meals on Wheels Service Society is always seeking volunteers. It’s a four-hour commitment, twice a month. Those interested please call: 604-533-1679 or email info@langleymealsonwheels.com. Outreach Services at the Langley Seniors Centre include: information and referral, transportation and shopping assistance, housing and government program counsellors, coffee and connecting, a weekly social, and telephone buddy program. We will come to your home or building and provide information on what is available. Call 604 530-3020 Ext. 302, 305, or 306. Men’s Langley League Cribbage urgently needs players. Evenings, 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Phone Rob 604-533-9363. or Tim 604530-2364.

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Figueroa entered Canada legally from El Salvador 18 years ago, but he was ordered deported from Canada for having once belonged to the left-wing Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front (FMLN), a group linked to violent acts against the repressive regime that ruled the country during the civil war from 1980 to 1992. Even though the FMLN went on to win a nonviolent and democratic election that saw them formally recognized by the government of Canada, under tough new anti-terrorism rules, the connection was enough to force his deportation. An arrest warrant for Figueroa was issued by the CBSA, leading the father of three Canadian-born children to seek asylum at the Walnut Grove Lutheran Church. Lifting the deportation order was long overdue, he said. “It’s something they should have done a long time ago.” Now, he intends to renew his application to become a legal landed immigrant and plans to study to become a lawyer.

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but also for many other immigrants who can have a positive precedent to give them hope.” The first thing Figueroa plans to do after he leaves the church is visit Rodney Watson, an American soldier who has lived in sanctuary at the Downtown Eastside’s First United Church since 2009, when Canadian immigration officials ordered him deported. “I’m going to go visit him and ... give him hope there is a solution that will come to him, too,” Figueroa said. — with files from Monique Tamminga

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Wonderfully ordinary On his last full day of living in sanctuary, a sleep-deprived José Figueroa posed for a family Christmas postcard portrait with his wife and children in front of the Christmas trees inside the entrance to Walnut Grove Lutheran Church. It was Tuesday morning, the day after the new federal government called off the campaign to have Figueroa deported to El Salvador. The battle began in 2010 because authorities objected to Figueroa’s connection to a group that fought against an oppressive dictatorship in that country. The fact that group went on to become the democratically-elected government of El Salvador didn’t seem to matter to the authorities, only that some in the group, the Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front (FMLN), used violence. Figueroa was not one of them, but his connection enough to make him a terrorist under a law that effectively allowed guilt by association. It was enough to forcibly separate the Langley man from his family after more than a decade living legally in Canada. After years of arguing his case failed to convince the authorities, Figueroa finally was forced to take shelter inside his church. For more than two years, his home was the church boardroom, which became a makeshift bedroom and office. It all ended Monday with a single phone call from a CBSA officer. John McCallum, the new federal minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship had overturned the May 5, 2010 decision that declared Figueroa inadmissible to Canada. There were screams of joy and tears, and no one got much sleep that night. Next morning, as mom Ivania prepared breakfast in the church kitchen, dad José was trying to coax a smile from a very groggy daughter Esmerelda while Ruby was attempting to convince him that allowing her one just one Christmas present early would be a great idea (he refused), and son José Ivan was wondering out loud if dad would have to re-take his driving test after two years off the road. It was all, wonderfully, ordinary.

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tasted like that. Popcorn was the preferred snack and again, no hot air machines or microwave envelopes. The stove was still hot so a little cooking oil was poured in the pan then the popcorn kernels were added. Shaking the pan over the stove was an older brother job and soon the popcorn was pinging against the lid and when the lid was removed, popcorn cascaded over the edge of the pan. Children laughing, in the air there’s a feeling of Christmas. At bedtime there were still no presents from Santa but the rule was, if you stopped believing in Santa, there was no gift from him for you under the tree. So carefully the cookies and milk were set out and we were sent to bed. Our day was over. This was Santa’s big scene, soon it would be Christmas day. The magic is in the silence. Later, as a father and after Santa had laid out his gifts, eaten the cookies and drank the milk, that silence reminded me what all this noisy celebration was about. And above all this bustle you’ll hear, silver bells. At least that’s what McGregor says

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Brookswood Bobcats took on Southridge Storm, during the opening round of Tsumura Basketball Invitational at Langley Events Centre last weekend. Tournament participants have expressed their gratitude to the LEC crew and to fans who came out for making the event a success. G A RY A H U J A Lan g l ey Ti m e s

Thanks to all who helped make basketball tourney a success Editor: On behalf of the Brookswood Secondary senior girls basketball team, I want to thank Jason Winslade, Jared Harman, Marti Dumas and the rest of the crew at the LEC for putting on an awesome tournament this past weekend. The Emily/TBI brought 16 of the best female basketball teams to Langley to participate in this unique experience. All proceeds from this weekend are donated to Children’s Hospital. As tournament organizer Paul Langford likes to say, it’s a tournament with a conscience. All teams

Merry Christmas Editor: We have to agree with letter “Christmas not just another holiday,” The Times, Dec 16. We also avoid stores and places that have those sayings. It is and always has been Christmas, Christmas Season, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day. We don’t change any other culture’s names of the days they celebrate. So please respect our right to celebrate Christmas and to say Merry Christmas. Merry Christmas to All. G. DERESH, LANGLEY

bring a gift for a silent auction. The Bobcats would like to thank Chaberton Estate Winery and Backyard Vineyards for their generous donations to our wine basket. All in all it was a great weekend where everyone went home a winner. Big shout out to all the Langley fans that came out and supported the ’Cats. Looking forward to playing at the LEC again in March. NEIL BROWN, BROOKSWOOD SECONDARY

Editor: Beware of politicians offering $3.5 billion gifts, as they maybe mere white elephants, haunting the taxpayer for generations to come. If one thinks that the B.C. Liberals’ new $3.5 billion bridge, replacing the perfectly good Massey Tunnel, will improve traffic congestion, one had better take off their rose-coloured glasses because, despite the hype and hoopla, all the bridge will do is move congestion about three kilometres north to the Steveston Highway. The reason is simple math; the Arthur Lang, Oak, Knight and Queensborough bridges are at or near capacity throughout the day, and the new traffic brought by the bridge will just sit idling on Highway 99 as the larger number of cars using the new bridge will have nowhere to go and will crawl through Richmond unless another bridge is built to Burnaby/Vancouver. Those glad-handing this project have seemed to have slept through their math classes. As planning for this bridge is

not part of a regional transportation plan, then we must accept that regional transportation and transit planning has all but come to an end in the South Fraser region. The real reason for this bridge is again simple math. Fraser Surrey Docks want to bring in massive tankers and colliers to load LNG, dirty bitumen oil from Alberta and even dirtier Montana coal, and these massive new ships have a much deeper draft than existing ships plying the Fraser. So deep are these ships’ drafts that the Fraser must be dredged to a depth below the existing George Massey Tunnel. The premier’s $3.5 billion project is in reality a massive subsidy to Fraser Surrey Docks and maybe they should pay for the bridge. The new Fraser River Bridge is pure “B.C. blacktop” politics, which will provide pricey photo-ops at election times, for it will not bring much hoped for improvements to our regional transportation system. D. M. JOHNSTON, DELTA

Food bank fundraiser ‘unqualified success’ Editor: I would like to congratulate everyone involved in the two-hour food and fundraiser for Sources Langley Food Bank, held at Jimy Mac’s Pub on Thursday, Dec. 17. It was an unqualified success. The resulting boxes of food and more than $2,000 in funds (with buying power of more than $5,000) is amazing. The vast majority of people were ful-

ly into the spirit of giving. Santa with Mrs. Claus and the elves, the gentleman who won $275 and promptly donated it back and the generous patrons made it an unforgettable afternoon. Food bank representatives were in attendance to accept all donations. The pub’s participation was over-thetop, due to the efforts of Randy, Adam, Ron, Dar and all the other staff.

There was great food supplied, happy hour plus the satisfaction of knowing we helped — making it both enjoyable and gratifying. Perhaps, for a while, there will be fewer kids going to school without breakfast or lunch. Thank you very much. DON MCLEAN, EVENT ORGANIZER

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2nd Aldergrove Scouts Date: Saturday, January 2 Time: 9:00am to 2:00pm Location: Aldergrove Legion parking lot – 26607 Fraser Hwy Minimum $5 donation for tree drop off. Pickup service is also available at a minimum $10 donation. Call ahead before December 31 to book your pickup. Event also includes a bottle drive. Please bring refundable beverage containers to on-site location or have them ready for pickup with trees. For more information or to schedule a pickup contact Brad at ginterb@shaw.ca or 778.246.2556.

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Nominees Sought for Swensson, Flowerdew, and Arnason Awards Do you know an individual, youth, or a couple who improves life for others and makes a difference in the community? If so, the Township of Langley would like to know about them. Nominations are currently being accepted for the 2016 Pete Swensson Outstanding Community Youth Award, 2015 Eric Flowerdew Volunteer Award, and the 2015 John and Muriel Arnason Award. The Pete Swensson Outstanding Community Youth Award is awarded annually to a Langley student in Grade 11 or 12, who is nominated by his or her school, to recognize athletic achievements, scholastic effort, community involvement, and personal qualities. If you know an outstanding youth who should be considered for nomination, contact the school’s principal. The Eric Flowerdew Volunteer Award recognizes a volunteer who promotes an active living lifestyle that enhances residents’ quality of life through creative, cultural, physical, or social pursuits, promotes traditional and non-traditional recreation activities, and enhances Langley’s community spirit. The John and Muriel Arnason Award is presented to a volunteer couple who advocate culture, learning, and literacy, foster partnerships and cooperative efforts, and create the potential for long-term benefits to the Langley community. A $750 monetary award will be presented to a recognized charity or society chosen by the winners of the Eric Flowerdew Volunteer Award and the John and Muriel Arnason Award. Deadline for nominations is Friday, February 12, 2016. For additional criteria and nomination forms, visit tol.ca/awards. For more information contact: Sarah Morris Special Events Coordinator 604.533.6148 smorris@tol.ca

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Videos Explain Winter Road Priorities During a snowstorm, Township of Langley crews work around the clock to ensure our roads are safe. More than 500 kilometres of roadway are maintained during snow and ice events. To learn about how the roads are categorized into First, Second and Third Priority Routes, and to find out what materials are applied before, during, and after a storm, visit our YouTube Channel. Just search for Township of Langley to find informative videos about our Snow and Ice Control program. The information is also available on our website at tol.ca/stormresponse. Engineering Division 604.532.7300 opsinfo@tol.ca

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Kids on the lam become therapy goats

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One was found in back seat of stolen car, the other wandering on Langley road TR AC Y H O L M E S Bl ack Pre s s

When it comes to rescuing farm animals and helping at-risk children, Keryn Denroche doesn’t kid around. But the founder of Semiahmoo Animal League Inc. says the roots of a new initiative aimed at raising money to fund vet care is all about kids — a pair of baby goats named Barney and Clyde, to be exact. The youngsters came to SALI — located on property in rural South Surrey — this fall. Clyde arrived after police found him in the back seat of a stolen car, and Barney, after animal control officers found him wandering the streets in Langley. While it’s unknown if the two are related, their similarities are uncanny, Denroche said. They’re close to the same age, look identical and have had the same health issue — urinary calculi, a painful condition similar to kidney stones that can lead to death within 24 hours if left untreated. “Everything’s unknown about them, but when they came to SALI’s farm, both of them were quite small,” Denroche told Black Press last week. So far, treating the goats has cost SALI around $1,000. Running the entire program — which brings at-risk children to the farm once a week for eight weeks for horticultural and animal-assisted activities, to foster empathy — costs about $5,000 per

A veritable mountain of donated clothing — more than 14,000 pounds — was collected at numerous Langley schools by the Township of Langley Firefighters’ Charitable Society (TLFCS) recently. Throughout November, students were encouraged to bring donations of clothing in the hope of winning a barbecue lunch hosted by Township firefighters. Twenty-five participating Langley schools brought in a total of 14,172 pounds of clothing with Dorothy Peacock Elementary taking third place by gathering an average of 4.49-pounds-per-student, Langley Meadows in second with 5.59-pounds-per-student, and first place Willoughby Elementary with 6.65 pounds of clothes per student. “This community’s generosity has blown us away once again,” said TLFCS director Aaron Speers. “Over the weekend, off-duty career and paid on-call firefighters went around to Langley schools, picking up your donated clothing for our Kids Helping Kids clothing drive, where 100 per cent of funds generated will go towards our snack program, supporting Langley School District Foundation’s Food for Thought campaign.” “We would also like to make special mention to Willoughby Elementary’s Principal Giovanni, who throws down the gauntlet every year and is a fantastic supporter of the contest. She has been principal at both winning schools so far, this year and last.”

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Barney and Clyde have found a home on a South Surrey farm after Barney was found in the back seat of a stolen car and Clyde, wandering along a road in Langley. month. Denroche said it was the cost of the goats’ care that inspired a fundraising initiative launched this month that enables people to register to make a monthly donation. Done through Canada Helps, those interested can sign up for regular contributions — a minimum of $3 — through their credit card, Interac or PayPal, for around what Denroche believes many people spend on a cup of coffee every day. “We thought, how can we make it really easy for people to give, and help us?” Denroche said. “$5 a month, that

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Donors ‘Fill the Ambulance’ for Langley’s less fortunate Annual campaign hosted by Kimz Angels collected food, toiletries, diapers and more outside Murrayville IGA, Dec. 18 and 19 MO N I Q U E TA M M I N G A Ti m e s Re po r t e r

Angels, young and old, lined up to ‘Fill the Ambulance’ for the less fortunate at Kimz Angels’ annual fundraiser outside the Murrayville IGA on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 18 and 19. Donations of food, clothing, toys, toiletries, diapers and cash came streaming in both days. “Langley showed what a caring community it is this

weekend,” said Kim Snow, founder of Kimz Angels. Snow has been hosting the fill the ambulance campaign along with fellow angel Vince Ford, who is a paramedic, for years. Other regular ‘Angel’ volunteers were there too, one dressed in a Santa suit. Many children, with parents in tow, brought armsfull of groceries, toys and more to donate. With Santa there, candy canes were handed out,

little stuffed animals too. Ryker, the 17-month-old boy in desperate need of a kidney transplant, made a guest appearance on Saturday. Several donations of gift cards were given to Ryker’s parents to help them a bit as they spend most of the time in hospital with Ryker. One elderly woman, along with members of her family, arrived with four shopping carts full of do-

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‘I sit here shocked and speechless’ Kira M’Lot was the recipient of the Pay it Forward Home Makeover contest done by Langley’s JR Innovations Renovations GARY AH U J A Ti me s Re po r t e r

A few days after she was surprised as the recipient of renovations on her home, Kira M’Lot was still at a loss for words. “I was absolutely shocked. “It took me a long time to figure out what was going on; I was very confused,” she admitted with a laugh. “It really made me speechless, I really can’t come up with words for how grateful (I am). “It is heartwarming to see things people do for complete strangers.” Earlier this month (Dec. 12), the 27-year-old found out that her south Langley home was getting some much-needed renovation work. She was chosen through Langley’s JR Innovations Renovations’ Pay it Forward Home Makeover contest. The original plan was to donate eight hours to fix up some of the things around the house, said John Robertson, the owner of JR Innovations Renovations. But once people discovered who he was helping, the scope of the home makeover project grew. “It just snowballed,” Robertson said. “They were coming out of the woodwork (for her) just because she has been so good.” The Langley woman suffered a traumatic head injury when she was eight years old and still

deals with severe headaches and vertigo. She purchased property in south Langley and built a dog kennel, opening up her own business, A Dog’s Life K9 Centre three years ago.

They have been coming out of the woodwork for her just because she has been so good. JOHN ROBERTSON

She is also a member of Surrey Search and Rescue Society. But while she poured money into her business and devoted free time to helping with search and rescue, her house has not received the care it required. The project included renovations to both bathrooms, replacing parts of the ceiling, tearing down two rock fireplaces, redoing the kitchen — including putting in a working oven — and laundry room, and tearing down walls to create a separate area for her three dogs. Altogether, Richardson estimates hundreds of hours were spent on the project with a total cost of close to $30,000.

A Go Fund Me page raised $2,120 while the rest of the appliances were donated and about 50 people helped with the project, either physically or through donations. “That is why it got so big, because we had so many people (volunteer). I had to keep everyone busy,” Robertson said. Work is still being done to complete the renovations with everything expected to wrap up next week. M’Lot, who helped with the renovation work, said this is something she will never forget. “To everyone who was part of the project, whether through a contribution, organizing or hours spent at my house, thank you isn’t enough,” she posted on her Facebook page. “Without all of you, John’s vision would not have happened, giving me the surprise of a lifetime. “As the dust settles, literally, I sit here still shocked and speechless from the past week, still having trouble finding the words to express my gratitude to everyone.” “Your generosity, kindness and willingness to help others is admirable and helps everyone remember how wonderful it feels to help others and for how one simple act of kindness can become so much more.” Robertson says he plans to make this an annual campaign.

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Kira M’Lot (right) was the recipient of the Pay it Forward Home Makeover contest done by John Robertson (left) of JR Innovations Renovations. The makeover morphed into a much larger project as the community and those who know M’Lot became involved.

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The B.C. government is putting up $100 million for a real-life version of the TV show Dragon’s Den, providing seed money to entrepreneurs who convince experts their new technology ideas will grow. Premier Christy Clark announced the new fund earlier this month at the Vancouver offices of Mobify, a marketing company for retailers to advertise on mobile devices. The

first step was to invite proposals for a venture capital company to administer the fund. “We don’t want to be influencing that, except that we want them to be in British Columbia, and we want the fund manager to have a managing partner based in B.C.,” she said. Clark said high technology is performing better than other parts of the economy, and now directly employs 86,000 people who make higher wages than the industrial av-

erage. The taxpayer investment is to give startups the recognition they need to attract private venture capital. Clark said banks look to invest in “guaranteed bets,” but technology companies are higher risk with higher rewards for those that succeed. NDP technology critic George Heyman said the industry has been lobbying the province for this kind of assistance, and he supports it if the money is delivered in a transparent way and results are tracked.

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of B.C.’s 36 cities on seven economic indicators, such as income growth, average household income, population growth and unemployment. Fort St. John and Dawson Creek ranked one-two on the list, while the district of North Vancouver, Squamish and Coquitlam also finished ahead of Langley. Surrey was ranked number seven while Delta, New Westminster and Port Coquitlam rounded out the top 10 for 2015.

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Naylor earns shutout as Stealth fall in Calgary T-Birds snap Chiefs streak The Fraser Valley Thunderbirds scored three times in the third period to break open a scoreless game and defeat the Vancouver Northeast Chiefs 3-0. The two B.C. Major Midget Hockey League rivals squared off on Monday night at the Abbotsford Recreation Centre with Fraser Valley snapping the Chiefs’ nine-game (5-0-4) unbeaten streak. Andrew Sorenson (Abbotsford), Jonathan Stein (Langley) and Justin Hargrave (Abbots-

ford) — with an empty-netter — scored for the Thunderbirds. Sorenson and Stein’s goals came just 31 seconds apart and with less than eight minutes to play. Hargrave and Sorenson both finished with a goal and a helper while Jordan Naylor (Aldergrove) earned the shutout in goal, including stopping a penalty shot while the game was still scoreless. The game wrapped up a home-and-home series between the two rivals with the

Chiefs winning 3-2 on Sunday morning at the Poirier Sports and Leisure Centre. Mackenzie Wight (Chilliwack) had both goals for Fraser Valley but the Chiefs struck for the winning goal in the final minute of play. The split leaves the Thunderbirds (11-9-6, 28 points) three points back of the Chiefs for fifth place in the league. Fraser Valley returns to action on Jan. 9 when they hit the road to face the North Island Silvertips in a pair of games.

Leading at the half, the Vancouver Stealth could not maintain their advantage, surrendering their slim lead to fall 13-12 against the Calgary Roughnecks in National Lacrosse League preseason action on Sunday. The teams were playing at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary in the final tune-up before the NLL season kicks off Jan. 1. The Stealth scored four times in the second quarter to lead 6-5 at the break and extended their lead to 10-8 after three quarters. But the Roughnecks struck for five goals in the final frame to edge Vancouver 13-12.

Joel McCready (four goals) and Keegan Bal (three goals) led the way offensively for the Stealth, combining for seven of the team’s 12 goals. Rhys Duch chipped in with a pair, while Corey Small, Cliff Smith and Brier Jonathan had a goal apiece. Former Stealth forward Tyler Digby stuck it to his old team, striking for five goals. While the rest of the league begins the season next weekend, Vancouver does not open until Jan. 9 when they host the New England Black Wolves at the Langley Events Centre.

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Pike officially takes reins at TWU It’s official, Rob Pike can scratch the ‘acting’ out of his title. Pike has been named the head coach of the Trinity Western Spartans men’s and women’s cross country and track and field programs. The announcement was made last week (Dec. 17). “Rob embodies what we want in our leaders; character, caring and competence,” said TWU director of athletics Murray Hall. “Rob works at becoming a complete champion himself every day, so it comes naturally for him to teach and coach others to develop into complete champions in all areas of their life.” “I like the trajectory the team is on under Rob’s leadership the past seven months as he stepped up to

Langley Christian Lightning’s Hannah Christie (right) defends against a member of the Rick Hansen Hurricanes during senior girls action at the Round Ball Classic held at Abbotsford’s Rick Hansen Secondary over the weekend. The Lightning finished the tournament in third place, as did the Langley Christian senior boys squad.

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Will any manufacturer without plans for may well fit the bill. The HR-V has the a small crossover please stand up? now obligatory coupe look, without Barely a month seems to go by without sacrificing rear headroom, reasonable a manufacturer announcing a new leg space in the rear, and even with the model aimed at the hottest market seats up there’s ample stowage for the segment – crossover vehicles. These Big Shop and weekends away. vehciles are becoming as ubiquitous on Space is maximized by mounting the our roads as minivans became in the fuel tank in the centre rather than 30 years following their introduction the rear and the remarkable foldaway The all-new in 1984. second row seating. The official specs It shouldn’t surprise because they check 2016 Honda HR-V reveal 2,835-litres of passenger volume all the boxes for today’s drivers: they (LX) and 1,665 of cargo volume with will likely cut into sit higher than the family sedan a thus the second row seats down. I’ll stick the market carved providing a commanding view of the with my recommendation on family road and provide the seating and stow- out by other lesser size, no matter how big Honda says age required by the modern active fam- manufacturers, it is! ily. In appearance, they are modelled on especially with a The base LX is very well equipped and much more expensive and larger sport the EX and EX-L Navi trims ramp up utility vehicles and can even mimic an base sticker price the specs in luxury and technology. under $21,000. SUV’s roadholding abilities – to a deStandard safety features in all models gree – in poor weather, when equipped Keith Morgan include vehicle stability assist with with all-wheel drive. traction control; an Anti-lock Braking Honda’s compact CR-V has been a winner for years System (ABS); side curtain airbags; dual-stage, muland its prestige division – Acura – has solid performtiple-threshold front airbags; and front side airbags. ers in the larger MDX and compact RDX. It has been Thanks to its so-called Advanced Compatibility Engislow to introduce a subcompact version but the allneering (ACE) body structure with enhanced frontal new 2016 Honda HR-V will likely cut into the market protection it’s also achieved the highest overall score carved out by other lesser manufacturers, especially for collision safety from the National Highway Traffic with a base sticker price under $21,000 (loaded EX-L Safety Administration. navi - $29,990). If that’s not enough for the safety conscious, extras If your family includes active teenagers (they aren’t available across the range include LaneWatch, Hill all that way) this car is not for you, look at a CR-V Start Assist, Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with or one of its many competitors. However, if you Guidelines, Forward Collision Warning and Lane are a twosome or have one or two youngsters this Departure Warning, with the latter two available in

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2015 GMC Terrain

2015 Cadillac ATS

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MSRP $38,530

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Sport Suspension, Push Button Start, 17” Aluminum Wheels, Projector Halogen Headlamps, 7-Speaker Bose Sound System, Bluetooth.

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$29,846

$25,410

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2015 Cadillac SRX

MSRP $42,930 42,930

3.6L V6, 6-Speed Automatic, Sunroof, Heated Leather Bucket Seats, RS Package, Fog Lamps, Park Assist, Colour Touch Radio w/Navigation, Backup Camera, Head-Up Display, XM Radio, Boston Acoustics Sound System and more.

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2015 15 Chevrolet Silverado

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MSRP $44,340

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Custom Edition, 4WD, 5.3L V8, Trailer Equipment, 20” Aluminum Wheels, Splash Guards, Bluetooth, XM Radio, OnStar 4G Wi-Fi and more. SALE PRICE

6.0L Gas V8, 6-Speed Automatic, LT Trim, 4WD, Bluetooth, Keyless Entry, Power Door Locks, Cruise Control, and more.

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PAPER DELIVERY Pay your bills or even your car payment!

Deliver the Vancouver Sun in Fraser Heights, Langley, Walnut Grove. Must have reliable car. For more info Contact Dennis at:

Phone: 604-690-4091 or doorstep@shaw.ca

Witness needed

for a motor vehicle accident that occurred on Friday, November 20, 2015 at 10:45am on Highway 1 in between the 264th Street and Mount Lehman Road Exits in Abbotsford, B.C. involving a 2001 BMW 325i with BC plate no. 900 JKV and a tarp that was left on the highway. If you have any information regarding this accident please contact Rajan Dhami at 604.864.6131.

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PERSONAL SERVICES

HELP WANTED

171

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 242

CONCRETE & PLACING

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

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

Perimeter, Drains, Sewer, Sumps & Water Main Restoration & Repair

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

*Fully insured * Senior Discount

DESIGN

• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...

.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca

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ELECTRICAL

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

$25 Off with this Ad

Jerry, 604-500-2163

FLUID SOLUTIONS. Gas, plumbing, heating, reno’s, repairs. 20 years exp., reliable & courteous. Lic’d. Bonded. Jack 778-835-4416

PETS 477

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

****GUTTER CLEANING**** SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE ~~ Call Ian 604-724-6373 ~~

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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SUNDECKS

SAMCON BUILDING. Complete reno’s & additions. Over 25 yrs exp. Call Derek (604)720-5955 www.samconbuilding.com

Apply at moneyprovider.com

WHERE DO YOU TURN

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

SUNDECKS

Residential / Commercial

All Rubbish, Junk & Recycling needs. Johnson

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778-999-2803 HELP WANTED

130

YOUR NEWSPAPER:

The link to your community

236

CLEANING SERVICES

Residential Cleaning. Weekly or Bi/weekly Move In/Out. Min 4hrs $25/hr. Free est. 604-340-1260.

320

MOVING & STORAGE

AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com

$45/Hr

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

604-537-4140 329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Advertising Sales Consultant By joining White Rock / South Surrey's number one community print and online newspaper, you can develop a rewarding career in advertising and marketing while contributing to one of the Lower Mainland's most vibrant communities. The team environment at the Peace Arch News will inspire you to the highest level of customer partnership and reward your motivated approach to excellence. You should be a strong communicator, well organized, self motivated and enjoy working in a fast-pace environment. Previous media sales experience is preferred. A car and a valid driver's license are required. The Peace Arch News is part of Black Press, Canada's largest private independent newspaper company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in BC, Alberta, Washington, Ohio, California and Hawaii.

This is a career opportunity for a results-driven individual. Candidates will possess the ability to increase sales to existing clients while successfully prospecting new business in one of the Fraser Valley’s fastest growing markets. .Hayden Painting 778-229-0236 Family Owned & Operated Ryan 778.229.0236

www.paintspecial.com 778-322-2378 Lower Mainland 604-996-8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for over 12yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 2 coats any colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls

Cloverdale High Performance paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.

PRISM PAINTING CO.

Re-Paint Specialist 15 Years Experience Interior/Exterior, stucco painting.

Please send your resume with cover letter by Thursday, December 31, 2015 to: Steve Scott - Ad Manager Peace Arch News, #200 - 2411 - 160th St., Surrey, BC V3S 0C8 or email to steve.scott@peacearchnews.com

20% discount on re-painting or

3 rooms $299 Free Estimates

Call Sunny,778-893-1786

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A Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber

www.blackpress.ca

Marketing Consultant The Abbotsford News, one of Canada’s leading community newspapers, has an opening for a Marketing Consultant.

The Peace Arch News has an opening for an advertising consultant.

Furnaces, Boilers, Hot Water Heating, Hotwater Tanks, Drain/ Duct Cleaning & Plumbing Jobs. ✭ 604-312-7674 ✭ ✭ 604-507-4606 ✭

P/B GERMAN ROTTWEILERS 3 males - $750 ea, 3 Females, 9 mos old $250 ea: 778-899-3326

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 545

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

563

MISC. WANTED

Have Unwanted Firearms?

REAL ESTATE 633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

NEW DOUBLE WIDE 130

HELP WANTED

PAD AVAILABLE in 55+ adult park in Abbotsford. Pet OK. CHUCK 604-830-1960

Digital Media Representative Black Press | Surrey, BC Black Press Community Media is the largest independently-owned media company in Canada, with more than 80 titles and websites in British Columbia.

Digital Sales

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

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

PETS

Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms

NOW HIRING! Delivery Drivers

Call 604.514.6770 circulation@langleytimes.com

477

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

Call today to set up an appointment 604-467-9232

HELP WANTED

• Tuesday Evenings & Thursday Evenings • Pick up newspapers from our warehouse • Deliver newspapers to our carriers’ homes in Langley City, Walnut Grove and Aldergrove

PETS

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.

• Respectful • Reliable • Responsible • Affordable Rates

NO CARS, SUVS, MINI-VANS OR PICKUP TRUCKS.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

GERMAN Shepherd pups. Working line. Black. 9 wks old, 1 left. $750. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Must have your own reliable CARGO VAN (minimum ¾ ton) and clean driver abstract. . Need Cash? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. SnapCarCash. 604-777-5046

PETS

Always Reddy Rubbish Removal

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

$500 loans and more No credit checks

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TREE SERVICES

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

778-245-5006

LOW RATES 604-617-1774

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

374

TREE BROTHERS SPECIALIST

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

Licensed, Bonded, Expert trouble shooter. 24/7. 100% guaranteed.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Elect Services

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

Kristy 604.488.9161

threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca

DRYWALL

WALTER’S DRYWALL Taping - Texture - Repairs. Sm jobs pref’d. 40+ yrs exp. 604-308-7943

Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.

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PLUMBING

UNIQUE CONCRETE

257

TO LEARN WHAT’S ON SALE?

338

RELAXATION BODY CARE 604-859-2998 #4 - 2132 Clearbrook Road, Abby

FREE ESTIMATES

SunSelect Produce Limited Partnership operation is looking for steady, hardworking, energetic individuals that are able to do plant care, harvesting, sorting grading & packaging and general cleanup and workday preparations. The positions advertised are full time permanent positions for all seasons. Job Location: 349 - 264th St Aldergrove BC V4W 2K1 Wage $10.50/hr plus AD&D benefits. Positions available immediately. English language not required. Positions open to all persons (incl. youth, aboriginals, new immigrants and all others) demonstrating their ability to meet expectations of full time, physical work in greenhouse environment. To apply submit resume: sunselectproducejobs @gmail.com or by fax to 604-607-7656

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, a persuasive manner (previous sales experience preferred, but not essential), is highly motivated with strong organizational and communication skills. Training is provided. Our work environment sets industry standards for professionalism and innovation. The News combines a salary/benefits package designed to attract and retain outstanding staff. Please send your application in confidence to: Don Barbeau Advertising Manager 34375 Gladys Avenue Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H5 e-mail: donb@abbynews.com Closing Date: Thursday, December 31, 2015 The interest of all applicants is appreciated, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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We are looking for a dynamic individual to join our rapidly expanding digital team as a Black Press Digital Media Rep. The Digital Sales Rep is responsible for achieving monthly revenue objectives within an assigned cluster or market. The Digital Sales Rep will work closely with an assigned team and category to drive product adoption and revenue growth. Responsibilities • Identify, pitch and close advertising sales to local and regional clients • Develop strong relationships with clients • Co-manage pipeline and sales channel • Ensure knowledge of digital media is current via corporate training and self-development Job Qualifications • Proven digital sales experience • Professional written and oral communication skills • Eager, self-starter that is motivated to work in a rapidly changing business • 3+ years of experience selling digital advertising in a similar role We Offer • Great working environment • Competitive salary/commission • Excellent benefit package Full job description at: blackpress.ca Please submit your resume with cover letter and related work experience to: Andrew Franklin, Director of Digital Development Email: afranklin@blackpress.ca Competition closes: December 31, 2015 We thank everyone who is interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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www.langleytimes.com The Langley Times REAL ESTATE 633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

RENTALS 706

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO

736

RENTALS

HOMES FOR RENT

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION BROOKSWOOD. Looking for a male roommate. N/S, N/P. No drinking/drugs. Furnished. $500 incl utils. Call 604-340-7036.

Park Terrace Apts Bachelor, 1 bdrm & 2 bdrm Call for Availability Langley City, family friendly, walk to senior & rec ctr, schls, shops, Incl heat & hotwater & prkg. Live In Manager

604-530-0030 www.cycloneholdings.ca

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.

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