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10 horses saved, three perish in noon-hour fire on South Surrey property
Barn blaze ‘just a complete tragedy’ Tracy Holmes Staff Reporter
Three horses and a dog have been confirmed dead following a fire last week at a barn on a South Surrey property. “Just a complete tragedy,” Kim Marosevich, manager of bylaw business operations for the City of Surrey, said Monday of the Dec. 30 incident. At the same time, a Langley man is being
credited with saving 10 horses from the same fate. Marosevich said it was “so fortunate” that Morgan Dansie noticed the smoke in the 16600-block of 16 Avenue – just east of the 16 Avenue on-ramp to Highway 99 – and “cared enough to stop and try to help.” “The outcome could’ve been much different if that didn’t happen,” she said. Dansie told Peace Arch News that he was en
route to White Rock’s Peace Arch Hospital with his wife, week-old son and mother-inlaw just before noon last Wednesday when he spotted black smoke billowing from the acreage. After calling 911, Dansie said he “ran and ran and ran” up the long driveway until he reached the burning building, where he discovered several horses trapped in paddocks, flames burning within 2½ metres of them.
“They were looking at me, ‘help me’,” he said, describing the panic he saw in the animals’ eyes. “I had to go in and grab ’em one by one to get ’em moving, then get out of the way.” Dansie said he worked at freeing the horses until the fire made it impossible to continue. “Every horse that I pulled out, the flames were getting more intense and more intense,” i see page 4
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Around 650 people welcomed the new year with a splash at White Rock’s Polar Bear Swim Friday.
Thousands turned out for waterfront festivities
2,500 revellers ring in new year Hundreds of hardy souls rang in the new year with a chilly dip into Semiahmoo Bay Friday, at White Rock’s 46th annual Polar Bear Swim. Linda Coyle, assistant district governor for the five Semiahmoo Peninsula Rotary Clubs – principal organizers and sponsors of the
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see to the east and the west,” she added. “I’d say there were around 2,500 people there – very similar to last year, although there were a lot more people in the water than last year. It was a great success continuing the tradition – I think it’s a really important community event.”
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Jennifer Wadge, president of Surrey Teachers’ Association, died suddenly Dec. 29
‘Thoughtful, dedicated’ teacher mourned Sheila Reynolds Black Press
The school community in Surrey and beyond is mourning the loss of a teacher and tireless public education advocate. Jennifer Wadge, a White Rock resident and president of the Surrey Teachers’ Association (STA), died suddenly on Dec. 29. A memo posted online by the union on Monday said she experienced a pulmonary embolism. She was 39. She is survived by her mom and dad, Connie and John Wadge, sisters Erin and Pamela, brother-in-law Chris, and two-yearold nephew Benjamin. John and Connie are both retired Surrey teachers and John is a past-president of the STA.
Jennifer attended high school in South STA memo, which also made reference to Surrey, graduating from Semiahmoo Sec- her wit, positive outlook and push for teachondary before getting a bachelor ers to find work-life balance. degree from SFU and her teaching “She loved walking her dog, certificate at UBC. Poppy,” reads the memo, “and She taught at Crescent Park, looked forward to spending time Bear Creek and Laronde elemenwith family, especially her beloved tary schools before joining the STA nephew, Benji.” executive and eventually becoming The B.C. Teachers’ Federation president of the union – a position (BCTF) posted on Facebook about she held since 2012. Wadge’s death on New Year’s Day, “She was a dedicated and pascalling her a “dynamic young leader sionate supporter of teachers and Jennifer Wadge and passionate advocate for pubremembered students, she championed social lic education” and offering family, activism, and she believed wholefriends and colleagues love and supheartedly in the importance of an adequately port. funded public education system,” says the “A bright star in public education, too soon
dimmed,” wrote George Popp, one of many who commented on the BCTF post. “She did so much for so many in such a short life,” wrote Carol Johns. Jordan Tinney, Supt. of Surrey Schools, said Wadge will be missed. “Jennifer was a passionate, thoughtful and articulate advocate for quality public education and for the needs of students and teachers,” he said. “She was a pleasure to work with and had a wonderful sense of humour.” A celebration of life is planned for Thursday (Jan. 7) at 4 p.m. at Victory Memorial Park, 14831 28 Ave. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked donations be made to CoDevelopment Canada or a charity of your choice.
Pursuit discouraged
Gunfire, car chase Kevin Diakiw Black Press
A hail of bullets, a call for help, a dangerous high-speed chase and eventual crash ended in the arrest of three people this week. According to police, the incident unfolded around 7:50 p.m. Monday, when a man confronted a suspicious vehicle – a Pontiac – parked near 48 Avenue and 152 Street, and the occupants shot at the citizen’s truck then fled. The victim called police and took chase. Police say the citizen pursued the Pontiac south to Highway 99, then to Highway 17, 80 Street and River Road, where the Pontiac crashed into a hydro pole. The three people inside were hurt, but not seriously, and were taken to hospital and arrested. Police say the three people in the car are known to police. It’s unclear whether the driver of the pickup is known to authorities, or the people shooting at him. One of three arrested, a 25-yearold from Surrey, has a Canadawide warrant for failing to comply with probation, as well as a local warrant for break and enter. Investigators are seeking additional information from any witnesses who have not yet spoken to police. Police also stress that engaging in a vehicle pursuit of any kind is not recommended. “Despite repeated requests to stop pursing the suspect vehicle, the citizen refused to comply with our commands,” said Sgt. Paul Hayes. “When you pursue a vehicle or suspect, not only are you putting your life and the general public’s lives at risk, you risk being charged yourself and could face criminal and civil consequences. We encourage citizens who notice suspicious people or vehicles to contact the police instead of confronting people themselves.” Anyone with information about Monday’s incident is asked to call Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502 or, to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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Hockey enthusiasts take to the Serpentine Fen for an impromptu game after temperatures dipped enough over the weekend to transform the area into a natural skating rink. The day sparkled as hoar frost coated the trees and the ice came alive with the sound of skates. Temperatures this week are expected to warm up, to a high of five degrees Celsius.
Moving van stolen in South Surrey found in Abbotsford
Family hoping possessions located Alex Browne Staff Reporter
The recovery of a U-Haul truck stolen in South Surrey last week has given a father and daughter new hope as they move forward with plans to relocate to Victoria. Former Saskatoon residents Michael Suiker and his daughter, Meghan, were devastated when the truck and trailer – containing virtually all their possessions – were stolen from the Rosemary Heights neighbourhood sometime overnight Dec. 29, after they had just completed a long leg of their journey, a drive from Calgary. The 34-foot truck was recovered by Abbotsford Police Department on New Year’s Day, thanks to a tip from a sharp-eyed resident who had seen postings about the truck and trailer on social media. And while the trailer, containing an ATV, is still missing and most of the Suikers’ furniture and other possessions were gone from the truck, the good news is that a few boxes containing personal mementos were left behind by the thieves. “There was one ‘Rubbermaid’ container with a lot of old photo albums and another box that had some, if not all, of my wall-mounted
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Theft victims Meghan and Michael Suiker. family photos – and somebody had taken the trouble to place the keepsake urns from my father and grandmother on top of that,” Suiker told Peace Arch News Monday. “There was one other small box that had a couple of trinkets in it,” he added. Suiker said the outpouring of support he and Meghan – who is due to graduate high school in the spring – have received, including many social media postings and media reports, is “heartwarming.” “We’re very appreciative of that,” he said. “It’s very comforting and it gives us a bit of hope that there is still more to come.”
Suiker’s girlfriend, Louise Wowchuk – who made the original, frequently-shared socialmedia postings about the theft – has started a GoFundMe account for Suiker and Meghan (https://www.gofundme.com/2yh5nmpw) to help them rebuild. And Suiker said he and Meghan will continue with plans to establish a residence in Victoria, before Meghan has to fly back to Saskatoon, where she will be completing her Grade 12 year before resettling on the West Coast. “We’re safe and we’re healthy and we’re continuing to build our future in Victoria,” he said. While Suiker believes he purchased insurance that would cover the stolen items, he said he has not yet been able to confirm that with U-Haul. And the fact remains that “there is a whole list of things that we’ve talked about over the last few days” that are still missing. “They’re still out there,” he said. “We’re hoping some of these items might be returned or placed somewhere for us.” The missing trailer’s plate number is 975ITN. Anyone with information on its whereabouts, or that could lead to recovery of the missing is asked to call Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502.
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i from page 1 An investigator with Surrey Fire he said. “After I let them out, they Services was on-scene Thursday and an excavator was brought in all wanted to follow me. “There were flames shooting to assist in digging through the debris. out the roof, out the Ellis said at that time sides, the windows…” that it was “too dangerFirefighters, police, ous” for crews to enter paramedics and animalthe barn. He comcontrol officers arrived mended Dansie’s quick on the scene shortly actions, but cautioned after, and the surviving citizens against running horses were rounded into a burning building. up and corralled on a “Maybe not the safest neighbour’s property. The barn was destroyed. Morgan Dansie thing to do, (but) in that From the scene Thurs- Good Samaritan instance, maybe saved some horses,” he said. day, Surrey battalion Dansie told PAN that Chief Richard Ellis said the fate of three cats that also Wednesday was not the first call the property home remained time that he has been in the unclear, although one witness right place at the right time. He told PAN one cat also did not recalled pulling a woman from a fire in North Vancouver about make it out.
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Researcher had 13 seconds of warning
Quake-alert system proves effective Jeff Nagel Black Press
A mild earthquake rattled homes across much of Vancouver Island and the Lower Mainland last week. And while there were no reports of significant damage, according to Natural Resources Canada, the shaker did provide a real-world test of an early warning system developed by UBC researchers that could help B.C. residents survive a deadly quake. Thirteen seconds before buildings began to shake at 11:40 p.m. Dec. 29, research engineer Kent Johansen already knew what was coming and that their system works. “It worked like a charm,” he said. The magnitude 4.3 quake was centred about eight kilometres east of Sidney, between Victoria and Vancouver, according to Earthquakes Canada. The biggest tremor to be felt in the Lower Mainland since a 6.8 quake rocked Washington State in 2001, it lasted for just several seconds but stirred fears that it could just be the start of a much more serious quake, or might be followed by significant aftershocks. Neither scenario materialized. Nor was any tsunami warning issued. SFU geologist Brent Ward, who chairs the university’s earth sciences department, said it was a crustal earthquake – which are more common and closer to populated areas
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Research engineer Kent Johansen had 13 seconds of warning the Dec. 29 earthquake was coming as a result of sensors he helped design. – about 50 to 60 kilometres beneath the surface. Social media was deluged with individual reports of what the quake felt like, with some saying they first thought a vehicle had slammed into their home. Many people felt their beds shake, heard dressers or windows rattle, and many small objects in homes were tipped over. Johansen was working late in his home office in Burnaby when the alert came in from the network of quake sensors that have been installed mainly at Catholic schools – including Star of the Sea Catho-
lic School in South Surrey, which was the first B.C. site – and a few public ones in the Lower Mainland, Nanaimo and Victoria. His computer emitted a rumbling noise pre-programmed to indicate elevated shaking was imminent. “I looked at the screen and I see the bar graph go right through the roof – 10 times more than I’ve ever seen in the year-and-a-quarter that we’ve been running,” he said. “I thought ‘Holy smokes, that’s a real one.’” Johansen resisted the temptation to wait for the seismic data flow in and instead bounded upstairs to his
wife and seven-year-old daughter. He had enough time to get them both under a table before the shaking started. If a much bigger earthquake someday strikes, the system would sound sirens at schools – it’s active at 61 of them already – and offer a critical 10 to 30 seconds of advance warning for teachers to get students under their desks for protection. Signs would also be activated warning drivers not to enter vulnerable bridges and tunnels. A similar quake warning system is already installed at the George Massey Tunnel, complete with ‘Do not enter’ digital signs. They’ve never been triggered – the recent 4.7 magnitude quake wasn’t large enough. Johansen hopes to extend the same warning system to anyone via apps on smart phones and other alert methods. How much warning there will be before the shaking starts depends on how far away the quake’s epicentre is and the proximity of sensors to detect it. He hopes to see a much broader network of sensors over time, as well as many more alarm sites. “If I had my way they’d be in all schools and we’d add even more sensors,” Johansen said. “Two seconds here and two seconds there – it all saves lives. To me, if it can save one, we have to do it.”
Personal prep paramount: fire chief Last week’s 4.3 magnitude earthquake serves as a reminder for residents to be prepared, the head of White Rock’s fire department said this week. Ensuring you have supplies to last you a minimum of 72 hours – or up to seven days – is of the utmost importance, fire Chief Phil Lemire said. Supplies should include an adequate amount of water, food and medication to last several days, plus flashlights and extra batteries and a first aid kit. Lemire said while the city has an emergency response plan in place for a variety of scenarios, including a major earthquake, procedures will vary depending on specifics of the disaster. “There isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution for all emergencies,” Lemire said, noting officials will use whatever means are available to communicate with residents in the event of a disaster. “The reality is, people should be as prepared as they can to be as independent as they can, because in a major incident, regardless of where you are, emergency services are going to be overwhelmed,” Lemire said. Visit www.getprepared.gc.ca for more info. – Melissa Smalley
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or most of us, the ‘big’ earthquake of 2015 – a magnitude 4.3 tremor centered near Victoria that shook houses across the Lower Mainland around 11:40 p.m. Dec. 29 – was little more than a subject for humour. For a moment some thought something – a vehicle possibly – had struck their house. Aside from a few panicky seconds of “what’s going on here?” – and a spate of “did you feel that?” texting – there was nothing else to it. Relief quickly turned to laughter. A popular post online the next morning was an image of an upended piece of plastic lawn furniture with the legend ‘we will rebuild.’ It is a profoundly human reaction to laugh at a lucky escape and we can certainly permit ourselves the luxury of a chuckle – this time. But we would be foolish if this didn’t stir us to make sure we’re prepared for a more major event. Most of us on the West Coast, as much as we embrace denial, have some concept that a major quake – the big one we have been warned about for years – will be nothing to laugh at. The major power outage last August demonstrated that many of us are woefully illprepared to deal with any variation from routine. It’s estimated that casualties from a major earthquake in B.C. could number in the thousands. A tsunami caused by the event – or even explosions or fires caused by fractured oil, gas or power lines – would push the numbers higher. For many, simply surviving the aftermath will be the biggest challenge. Don’t expect phone or Internet services to provide help – even electrical power will likely be out for days or even weeks. Roads will be clogged with survivors fleeing the disaster, and police will be hard-pressed to maintain order in the face of public panic. There won’t be transportation, or service stations pumping fuel, and stores with food and drinking water, provided they’re still operating, will be sold out in a matter of hours. Now is the time to make sure your family has a fully-stocked survival kit – and a plan of where to seek shelter and meet if separated. Does your household have enough water and non-perishable food (including pet food) on hand to survive days without outside aid? Do you have a first-aid kit, candles, lighters and batteries? There is one upside to the recent quake – it is classed as a ‘slow’ quake, the result of a 10 to 14 day cycle of slipping plates beneath the ocean. Experts say this cycle seems to occur with regularity, and is consequently easy to predict. But don’t let that lull you into a false sense of security – the same experts say the ‘big one’ may come with little or no warning at all.
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he value of homes in Surrey and units, partially because of a generous the surrounding region continues supply. to rise, according to figures There is no question that there is released Monday by the B.C. Assessment an increasing demand for homes on Authority. lots, most of which are not The authority took the “single family,” which is rapidly Frank Bucholtz unusual step of stating in early becoming a misnomer. Fewer December that many assessed new ones are being built as the values throughout the Metro value of land makes it difficult Vancouver area would increase for many younger buyers to “notably more than average,” afford them. Cities are also between 15 and 25 per cent. encouraging higher densities Assessed values are used for in order to make transit service property taxation purposes, more viable. but are also widely used by In recent months, many realtors, home buyers and Surrey homeowners have been sellers and others wanting more approached by realtors who are information on trends in the in need of listings of standalone real-estate market. homes. There has been more The authority wasn’t wrong demand than supply in many about the jump in property areas, and that has boosted values. According to a news release prices and reduced inventory. issued Monday, assessed values (which However, it’s unlikely that prices will are based on a hypothetical sale on July keep rising indefinitely. While low 1, 2015) have risen by 10 to 17 per cent interest rates make it possible to borrow in Surrey, Delta and White Rock. large sums of money and have affordable The “typical” assessed value for mortgage payments, people paying those standalone homes has jumped by 16 per mortgages also need a steady income. cent in Central Surrey, 14 per cent in The economy in the Lower Mainland White Rock, 12 per cent in east Surrey is stable, but far from robust. Many and North Delta and 10 per cent in homeowners are dependent on rent from South Surrey. There has been a much tenants in one or more suites to make slower rise in assessed values for strata their mortgage payments, and can easily
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An open letter to Surrey council. Customarily speaking, I am not against change. My generation has rocketed through decades of pioneering that have resulted in almost constant change, development and world firsts. Sadly, it would appear I am seeing another first, and it’s the kind of change that really does frighten me. I am witnessing a city taking away a privately owned property from the owners for no good or valid reason. I understand that at times a municipality can expropriate property for a good and legitimate reason that will allow change for the better and that will improve quality of life in the affected area. But, the property in question here is not vacant land along a remote stretch, needed to complete a highway. It’s not a piece of property sitting on the site of a future hospital. No, it’s a family’s longtime, ongoing business. It’s part of their livelihood, and has been for over 50 years. This is not an ugly car-wrecking business. It’s not causing the neighbourhood harm or degrading anyone’s quality of life. It’s not being operated contrary to bylaws. In fact, it adds to the lives of the many who visit. It provides physical and social enjoyment. And it’s a beautiful green space along the Nicomekl River in the form of the Riverside Golf Centre (Civic expropriation to close Riverside, Sept. 25). Why is this entire parcel being taken from the rightful owners? In order to build a road to access an adjacent property subdivision. Oddly enough, the percentage required for the road is miniscule. So essentially, the City of Surrey is taking away an entire multi-acre family livelihood for the sake of a 20-metre strip of land… and to create green space, which, of course, it already is. This case is so bizarre that I struggle to wrap my mind around it. I cannot believe this is happening in Canada. In China? In Nazi Germany? In Communist Russia? Yes. But Canada? No! This is nothing more than a misguided, misjudged, disgusting and completely unconstitutional theft of real property from the hands of a citizen by government officials who are elected to serve the people. Even more disturbing is that, in the end, this case is far bigger than saving a golf course and driving range. At the least, it strikes at the very core of our beliefs. We live in a free and democratic society that promotes the right to own property and businesses, to work and make a living, to pursue happiness, while being free from governmental interference and harassment. The city is way, way out of line here. They are carrying on without one ounce of common sense or sensitivity toward our basic rights as citizens. They are so far out of line that one cannot help but wonder what ulterior motive is behind this. For the good of our society as a whole, I urge all of you to help in every way possible! Keith Brown, Surrey
Editor: Ever since TransLink spent $4.6 million to expand the South Surrey “park and ride” at Highway 99 and King George Boulevard, no one has used the new lot. Not only has that been a waste of money, but the high costs of parking are compounded by no pay points to buy bus passes from, only car-park tickets. TransLink cites the problem of vandalism as their reason for no
Editor: With the increase of drug deaths – eight in Vancouver and, now, nine in Victoria – my opinion is that the law must address the issue and should have years ago. With all drug deaths, we must insist that drug dealers be charged with murder. To hell with just the charge of dealing. Fred Somers, Surrey
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White Rock’s director of municipal operations Greg St. Louis (left) explains the recommendation for chloramine.
City’s chloramine choice disturbs Editor: Re: Mayor douses water critics, Dec. 24. The City of White Rock’s decision to switch from chlorination to chloramines is disturbing. There are disadvantages and advantages to both systems of secondary disinfectant, however, the decision to switch based on fewer complaints regarding staining of laundry and plumbing fixtures seems disingenuous. Mayor Wayne Baldwin states that Epcor had planned to use chloramines, prior to selling the water utility to the city, yet we, the general public, cannot find any documents to support this statement. In fact, up to May 2014, Epcor stated in various documents: “Free chlorine (chlorination) is a more powerful and a superior approach to water safety than chloramines.” And all Epcor’s plans and costs up to that point include using chlorination as the secondary disinfectant. The mayor also states chloramines were recommended by consultants. Again, we cannot find these documents. We have requested arsenic and manganese levels for 2015 and have been told by the city that they haven’t received them, despite the fact that all assets of the water utility were transferred to the city on Oct. 30. Is it coincidental that Fraser Health changed the Epcor operating permit on Oct. 29, that previously allowed only the use of chlorination to allow the use of any secondary disinfectant, and issued the permit to the city? It is in everyone’s best interest that these documents be made available to erase suspicions generated in the minds of the public at this time. Which begs the question, why switch back to chlorine by Dec. 18, 2018, the date requested by Fraser Health to remove arsenic and manganese from the water supply? Why not just keep the chloramine as the disinfectant? The mayor states that there are no health concerns with the use of chloramines, however, Health Canada states nitrification can lead to methaemoglobinaemia. What measures are in place to ensure nitrification is kept to a minimum? If there are residents on home-dialysis units, what filters should they use? Again, there is no documentation by the city to address this health concern. Chloramines are also known to degrade elastomer/ rubber dip tubes and anodes in hot-water tanks and toilet flapper valves. Has the city addressed this or developed an emergency or environmental management plan? Not to my knowledge.
Once the city addresses these questions and makes these documents available, maybe residents would not be so suspicious of its decisions. Susan Muraja, Surrey Q Re: Chloramine picked for city water, Dec. 16. I was shocked to read the front-page headline. While people are distracted by the denuding of the hillside on our waterfront (1950 agreement cited in clearcut work, Dec. 18), our city is ready to rubberstamp the addition of chloramine to our water supply. From what I have read about chloramine, I have made an incomplete list of people who should be concerned. People who are on kidney dialysis; people who are immune suppressed; people with sensitive skin. People who take showers or hot steamy baths should be especially concerned, as chloraminated vapour can damage the mucous membranes in lungs and has been linked to asthma, respiratory diseases, rashes and worse. People who are concerned about the environment should be prepared for fish and amphibian kills if a hydrant is flushed or a water main breaks. Those of you with fish ponds or tanks will have to avoid city water. Chloramine leaches the lead out of old pipes and soldered joints. It can also cause pin-hole leaks in copper pipes and reduces the lifespan of hot-water tanks. I would suggest the above list, while not complete, would concern the vast majority of residents. I strongly suggest you do your own research on chloramine. Mayor Wayne Baldwin wants to start chloramine treatment in January with little or no consultation. We need to stop this process now. There are other, much better methods to treat our water other than flushing it and us with chloramine and phosphates. Wade Honeyman, White Rock Q Re: Flood of concern over chloramine, Dec. 9 letters. I was alarmed to read that chloramine will be added to water in White Rock. This is a dangerous chemical. ‘We’ have poisoned and contaminated our atmosphere, food products with pesticides, and now the water. It is no wonder that cancer and other health problems emerge more and more. I am so worried about all of us, especially our children’s health. Where is our caring and informed leadership in White Rock? Joan Gale, White Rock
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first met Stephen Harper when he was running for the Canadian Alliance leadership in 2002. Speaking to a group of Fraser Valley members concerned that the party had split over the leadership of Stockwell Day, Harper didn’t mince words because a local reporter had showed
up on a Saturday that Trudeau promised, front-page headline morning. He explained and Harper warned from the Globe and his prediction that no against? Borrowing Mail, reporting this matter who leads the and spending will far unfortunate fact, well conservative movement exceed that, but we’re after the election: started by Preston assured that’s because “The way Liberals Manning, the national they were based on gauged response to media would work inflated Conservative new tax rate explains against it. financial gap.” So it was just Tom Fletcher “The press forecasts. an understandable is owned by In fact, oversight, you see. big-L liberals independent Trudeau’s star turn and staffed private-sector in Paris, where he by small-L forecasts are pronounced that liberals,” now the key “Canada is back” in Harper said. reference for the battle to control “Preston was government the world’s weather? too cerebral; budgets at the The official submission Stock was federal and from his bloated not cerebral provincial level. delegation to the UN enough. I’m None of them climate meetings was not sure where predicted the actually the existing I will be, but further slump Conservative plan, the media will in energy which includes phasing always be on the other prices that continued out coal-fired electricity side.” through 2015. generation. Harper’s cold war And cooking the Harper generally with national media books before an represented a is a theme that runs election isn’t really preference for the through his decade possible anymore, individual over the as prime minister, thanks to the state, a concept that at peaking in 2015 with establishment of the one time was known the most slanted Parliamentary Budget as “liberalism.” This election coverage Office. That was a was illustrated by his I’ve ever witnessed. Harper innovation, preference for parents The celebration along with scheduled rather than a nanny continues over Justin elections. state to administer Trudeau’s victory, And that Trudeau child care. with the supposedly pledge to raise taxes He advocated non-partisan federal on the wealthiest free trade, small bureaucracy cheering Canadians and use the government and low along with much of the proceeds to finance a taxes. We’ll see how national media. tax cut for the middle that legacy survives Harper’s assessment class? That one didn’t the new government of major newspaper add up either. and its media cheering ownership is no For one thing, wealthy section. longer accurate, people have a variety Tom Fletcher is except for the Toronto of legal ways to reduce legislature reporter and Star. But the dying their taxable income. columnist.tfletcher@ tradition of owners Here’s an actual blackpress.ca looking up from their accounting ledgers to endorse a political party continued, with the Postmedia chain and the Globe and Mail pointing out that Trudeau’s rash promises didn’t add up. Endorsements were a brief interruption in the media assault on Harper’s record. His government’s plan to welcome 10,000 refugees, unveiled way back in January 2015, was portrayed as heartless and feeble, while Trudeau’s 25,000 by Christmas represented the generous character of the true Canada. As it turns out, the Liberals have been hard-pressed to reach even the 10,000 mark. But they’ve put out a rash new promise to make it 50,000 at some point in the future, so the media’s new-found message of sunshine, hope and change conEvan Seal photo tinues. Former prime minister Stephen Harper speaks Those modest $10 during a campaign stop in Surrey in September. billion annual deficits
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RCMP-led program teaches students teamwork, respect
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program aimed at building inner strength, self-discipline and confidence in Surrey’s high school students is gaining momentum. Code Blue started – officially – at Earl Marriott Secondary in 2013. It expanded to Semiahmoo in 2014, then Kwantlen Park and Lord Tweedsmuir in September. It’s also running at Panorama Ridge and Princess Margaret secondaries. In November, it took its first steps outside of the Lower Mainland, when former Surrey RCMP Const. Sue Harvey started putting Chetwynd Secondary students through the paces. Harvey learned about the program in 2014, during an aboriginal policing symposium where South Surrey Const. Troy Derrick – who initiated Code Blue and travelled to Chetwynd in early December to work with Harvey – shared the impact he’s seen it have with teens on the Semiahmoo Peninsula. “It planted the seed in my head, but I was still forming new relationships with the school,” Harvey said, explaining she had just transferred to the Chetwynd detachment at the time. “This year, it was… game on. Let’s do it.” Students who participate turn out weekly for an hour of physical activity led by a dedicated school response officer. The workout includes everything from sprints and sit-ups to burpies and relay-style agility drills – orders that are delivered firmly, with a healthy dose of respect and an underlying message about teamwork and attitude. “Keep moving, you got this,” Derrick told students at EMS, as he led their final session before the Christmas break. He reminded the students of the men and women training at the RCMP academy in Regina, who wouldn’t be home for the holidays. “We do this because you can, not because you have to,” he said. “This one here is your gift. All those members who are doing this right now are doing it for you. They’re maintaining the right for you. You don’t have to be a Mountie to maintain the right.” Emily Kuch, in Grade 12 at EMS and in her second year with Code Blue, described the program as “so much fun.” “I love it. It’s a great environment and you get to be with friends,” she said. “It keeps me motivated, just makes me feel good.” Principal Ken Hignell and teacher Renee Gregerson also participate in the training, which Derrick said is instrumental in delivering the message of teamwork. “The program was set up to develop teamwork… as opposed to ‘us versus them’,” he said. Hignell said it gives him a chance to mingle with the students on a different level. “I do it to get out of the office and interact with the kids,” he said. “It’s important for me to role-model.” Hignell also lauded the sense of family that’s been created by Code Blue, a point Gregerson echoed. “Instead of teacher-student, we’re all equals,” she said.
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Around a dozen officers are involved in leading Code Blue at the Surrey high schools, and they get just as much out of it as the students, said Sgt. Neil Kennedy, head of Surrey RCMP’s Youth Unit. “I love the relationship-building,” Kennedy said. “Some of the kids may have not had a good experience with police in the past. When we reverse some of that… we’re seeing them grow way past the high-school level. “It’s an aspect of the job where our bucket gets filled back up.” Kennedy hopes to see Code Blue in two schools in each of Surrey’s five policing districts; it’s currently in four: South Surrey, Whalley/City Centre, Newton and Cloverdale/Port Kells. “There’s a win-win for us as well,” he said. “We’ve had kids tell us ‘if it wasn’t for Code
Top, South Surrey RCMP Const. Troy Derrick runs EMS student Grade 12 student Bryce Balanuik and principal Ken Hignell through the paces of Code Blue; above, EMS teacher Renee Gregerson takes part in a relay agility drill; left, Grade 12 student Emily Kuch does laps with her Code Blue teammates during a session last month. since arriving in the Peace River community. Blue, I’d probably be out smoking up. It’s “It provides a common ground where you because of Code Blue that I’ve changed my realize, it doesn’t matter, we’re all the same,” behaviour’.” Harvey said. The roots of Code Blue were planted “They’re seeing the leaders in their in 2008, when Derrick, from the Gitxsan Nation, began working out with two community come out, and we’re on a level Semiahmoo First Nation brothers as a “way playing field. I think it’s making a huge to get them engaged and keep them going at difference.” school.” Derrick’s visit to Chetwynd was supported It worked, and after the boys graduated, by the Mounties’ Aboriginal Policing Derrick saw the value in continuing to bring Services, and he’s since heard further interest youth together and encourage healthier in the program from other areas of the choices. province, including Port McNeil and Kitimat. Harvey said after just two months of He emphasized Code Blue is not about the running the program in Chetwynd – which success of one person over another. even the Saulteau First Nation chief has “There’s no winners or losers in this turned out for – she’s seen changes she can program,” Derrick said. “The only way you only attribute to Code Blue; an openness can compete is competing against yourself. from students that she hadn’t experienced “Anything’s possible.”
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Skaters cruise across the ice at White Rock’s Centennial Arena during a holiday event last month.
Annual holiday event draws crowd to Centennial Arena
Skate ‘a family tradition’ Alex Wilks Special to Peace Arch News
Families flocked to White Rock’s Centennial Arena last Tuesday for a “sports-themed” holiday skate. Peninsula resident Patrick Moran, 11, took advantage of the ice time, noting he has been skating since he was in kindergarten. “We went on field trips with my school,” he said as he laced his black hockey skates. “It’s fun.” Patrick said that although skating is just a hobby, his favourite part is “racing with my friends.” It wasn’t just local residents – many with sharpened skates in hand – who made their way to the arena, Dec. 29. Montreal resident Cienna Dixon, 9, had spent the holiday break visiting her grandparents, Ken Pawlak and Rita Clarkson, who served as White Rock’s director of leisure services for many years until her retirement in 2010. Cienna’s mom, Zoë Pawlak, and younger brother, Cael Dixon, 7, also laced up their ice skates for an afternoon at the rink. “The holiday break skate is an
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Cienna Dixon and her grandmother, Rita Clarkson, prep to go skating. annual family tradition,” Cienna said. “We always go skating around the holidays, it’s one of my top five things to do. “I love skating because I feel free when I’m on the ice.” Centennial Arena, located at 14600 North Bluff Rd., held
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various holiday-break public family skates. Now that school’s back in, the arena hosts public skates until March. For information and pricing, visit www.whiterockcity.ca/EN/ main/ community/leisure/amenities/centennial-arena.html
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Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18444
Application: 7914-0253-00 Location: Portions of 15687, 15715, and 15735 Mountain View Drive Purpose of Bylaw: The applicant is seeking to amend Bylaw No. 18444 in order to offer different types of units in the townhouse development by increasing the number of units from 34 to 37 townhouse units. This Bylaw received 3rd reading on May 11, 2015 and due to the increase in density a new Public Hearing is required. DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BYLAW NO. 18444
Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18632 W Surrey Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18633 Application: 7915-0242-00 Location: 16435 and 16467 - 24 Avenue Purpose of Bylaws and Permit: The applicant is seeking to rezone the hatched site from One-Acre Residential to Multiple Residential 23 and Comprehensive Development. The applicant is proposing to develop 30 rowhouses on the site. DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BYLAW NO. 18632/18633
MEETINGS AT CITY HALL 13450 -104 AVENUE, SURREY, BC
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HAVE YOUR SAY ON DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS IN YOUR COMMUNITY These applications are at the Public Hearing stage, which is a critical time for public input. Whether you’re in support of or opposed to a development application, now is the time to provide input.
Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18626 W Application: 7915-0102-00
W Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18634
Location: 2810 and 2840 - 144 Street
Location: 2501, 2535, 2555, 2575 - 168 Street (2557 - 168 Street)
Purpose of Bylaw and Permit: The applicant is seeking to rezone the hatched site from One-Acre Residential to Half-Acre Residential.
Purpose of Bylaw and Permit: The applicant is seeking to rezone the hatched site from One-Acre Residential to Single Family Residential, Single Family Residential (10) and Half-Acre Residential.
The applicant is proposing to subdivide the hatched site into 4 single family lots. In addition, a development variance permit is being sought to reduce the minimum lot width and side yard setback on proposed lot 4.
The applicant is proposing to subdivide into 19 single family lots. In addition, a development variance permit is being sought to reduce the minimum south side yard setback for proposed lot 1 in order to allow the new single family dwelling to be sited further south on the property which will allow for the retention of trees.
Application: 7915-0381-00
DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BYLAW NO. 18626
DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BYLAW NO. 18634
MORE INFO Planning & Development 604.591.4441
www.surrey.ca/participate
Visit City Hall during business hours and view related info for each application.
DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BYLAW NO. 18627
W Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18627 Application: 7915-0143-00
BE HEARD Email City Clerk clerks@surrey.ca
Location: 2075 - 168 Street Purpose of Bylaw: The applicant is seeking to rezone the hatched property from One-Acre Residential to Single Family Residential (12). The applicant is proposing to subdivide the hatched property into 14 single family lots.
Fax or mail a letter to City Hall (fax: 604-501-7578) In person at a Public Hearing meeting
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Living record of Crescent Beach landmark in the works
Share your memories as Alex House turns 100
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lexandra Neighbourhood active, cohesive community House turns 100 years of gardeners. Drop by or call old in 2016. It will be a us at 604-535-0015 for more year filled with opportunities information. to share stories, engage in Q Our popular hot lunches run conversation and celebrate with the second Wednesday of each us as we head into the month from noon to Donni Klassen next 100 years of service 1:30 p.m. September in our community. through June. The lunch Help us create a includes music, games, vibrant, living record activities and lots of of how Alexandra friendly conversation. Neighbourhood Join us Jan. 13 to House has impacted celebrate New Year, Feb. lives, families and the 10 to celebrate love and community since 1916. March 9 to celebrate If you have a story spring. $8/members, to share, please $10/non-members. Call contact Neil at 604604-535-0015 ext. 221 535-0015 ext 236 or to register. alexhousestories@gmail. Q The Parent Child com Mother Goose program Q Yes, we know it’s cold outside. focuses on the pleasure and The days are short and the rain power of using rhymes, songs can seem endless. But it’s a good and stories to nurture the bond time to start thinking about between parent and child. Our gardening. next session runs Wednesdays, We are now accepting garden Jan. 20 to Feb. 24, 10-11 a.m. plot applications for Alexandra Cost is $40. Please register at Community Garden. Enjoy www.alexhouse.net. Questions? growing your own organic Call 604-535-0015 ext. 229 or food and become part of an e-mail dkoskela@alexhouse.net
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Q On Monday, Jan. 25 at 7 p.m. we welcome the return of our popular Lit Café. The theme is thrills and chills – readings of mystery, drama, thrillers and suspense. There will be five featured authors, a panel discussion and open mic. Admission by donation. Sign up at our Facebook page – Lit Café @Alex House – for updates and author bios. Q Are you an aspiring writer? Creative writing with Ruth is the perfect group for anyone interested in learning more about creative writing and using writing as a form of selfexpression. Feel free to share or not, everyone is welcome. Jan. 26 – Feb. 23, 7-9 p.m. $20. Registration required at 604535-0015 or info@alexhouse.net Donni Klassen is a contributor for Alexandra Neighbourhood House. For information on programs and services offered at Camp Alexandra, call 604535-0015 or visit online at www. alexhouse.net
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This year, the BIA has partnered with Blue Frog Studios for a promotion called ‘Make it a Night,’ encouraging festival goers to take in a concert at the local venue in addition to taking part in the food fest. For more info about the festival, including a full list of participating restaurants, visit www.tastewhiterock.com – Melissa Smalley
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KINDERGARTEN CHOICE PROGRAMS LOTTERY GETTING STARTED
KINDERGARTEN Children who will turn five-years-old before January 1, 2017 are eligible to begin school in September 2016. Registration begins Monday, January 18, 2016. To register, please contact your nearest elementary school. (For school catchment areas, view the district website: www.surreyschools.ca/departments/BMGS or call 604-595-5195.) Upon registration at the school, the following documents must be provided: 1. Proof of birth date for the student (birth certificate or passport); 2. Proof of guardianship (parents/guardians as shown on birth certificate or other appropriate legal documentation such as landed immigrant paper or guardianship order); 3. Proof of residence (e.g., ordinarily resident) of parent/guardian in BC: a. BC driver’s license, BC Services Card, BCID or BC Care Card of parent/legal guardian; or b. A combination of other supporting documentation such as a passport, permanent residency card, ownership/long-term lease of dwelling, vehicle registration, employment within community, Canadian income tax record, etc.
INE ONL ATION ISTR REG
EARLY FRENCH IMMERSION
INTENSIVE FINE ARTS
(Kindergarten entry; Grades K-7) French Immersion is intended to develop fluency in French leading to functional bilingualism. Students study in French while following the regular BC Curriculum Prescribed Learning Outcomes. Students of all linguistic backgrounds are welcome. Parents need not speak English or French to enroll their children in French Immersion.
(Grades K-7) The Intensive Fine Arts program integrates the four areas of Fine Arts – visual, music, drama and dance – into all curriculum areas. The program strives to create a stimulating and culturally enriched learning environment where the Fine Arts are equal partners with Mathematics, Language Arts, Social Studies and Science.
COUGAR CREEK 12236 70A Ave. LARONDE 1880 Laronde Dr. MARTHA CURRIE 5811 - 184 St.
604-591-9098
604-536-8711
* Sullivan Heights Secondary, Woodward Hill Elementary, Goldstone Park Elementary, Cambridge Elementary and Sullivan Heights Elementary are subject to additional proof of living address requirements. Three pieces of ID showing address, one of which must be government issued, must be presented in order to complete the registration process.
RIVERDALE 14835 - 108A Ave.
604-588-5978
SIMON CUNNINGHAM 9380 - 140 St.
604-588-4435
Documents which are helpful, but not required:
WOODWARD HILL 6082 - 142 St.
604-594-2408
For Registration and Information on Choice Programs Grades 1 - 7 please contact the school.
LATE AND SECONDARY FRENCH IMMERSION Late French Immersion 6-7
Secondary French Immersion 8-12
(Grade 6 entry)
French Immersion continues into the secondary level (Grades 8 to 12) at these schools:
(Grades 11 & 12) CRESCENT PARK 2440 - 128 St.
604-535-9101
HENRY BOSE 6550 - 134 St.
604-596-6324
EARL MARRIOTT 15751 - 16 Ave.
JESSIE LEE 2064 - 154 St.
604-531-8833
KWANTLEN PARK 10441 - 132 St.
604-588-6934
Additional program and application information is available on the Semiahmoo Secondary website: www.schools.ca/semiahmoo.
K.B. WOODWARD 13130 - 106 Ave.
604-588-5918
LORD TWEEDSMUIR 6151 - 180 St.
604-574-7407
Registration: opens November 26, 2015.
Late French Immersion registration for Grade 6 entry: In-person registration only, beginning 8 a.m., Monday, January 25, 2016.
Drop off or mail the completed application to: Semiahmoo Secondary, IB World School, 1785 - 148 St., Surrey, B.C. V4A 4M6. Application due by: December 18th, 2015, 2 p.m. Late applications will be waitlisted.
604-531-5731
Parent information meetings: January 12, 2016 - White Rock - 6 p.m. January 12, 2016 - David Brankin - 7 p.m.
604-576-9184
MOUNTAINVIEW 15225 - 98 Ave.
604-589-1193
SUNNYSIDE 2828 - 159 St.
604-531-4826
The application will be online Monday, January 25th, 2016 at 8 a.m. Parents will have three weeks to apply, edit and/or change their application until February 15th, 2016.
WHAT IS THE TIMELINE?
Parents must register their child at their local catchment school prior to applying for a kindergarten Choice program spot. January 18 – Regular kindergarten registration opens at your local school January 25 – Online application opens February 9 – Deadline to register at catchment school in order to apply online for Choice programs February 15 – Online applications closes February 22 – Random draw takes place
TRADITIONAL
(Grades K-7) This program is intended to develop self-directed students with a global vision. Students learn in multi-age groups, and usually spend three years with the same teacher. LATIMER ROAD 19233 - 60 Ave.
HOW DO I APPLY
(Grades K-7) The Traditional program emphasizes a structured approach to learning whereby students acquire skills and knowledge in a systematic and sequential manner through teacher-directed instruction. CLOVERDALE 17857 - 56 Ave.
604-576-8295
MCLEOD ROAD 6325 - 142 St.
604-595-1060
SURREY 13875 - 113 Ave.
During the week of February 23 - March 4
RESULTS/ WAITLISTS
604-588-1248
Parent information meetings for all sites: (no children please) January 13, 2016 – 6 p.m. District Education Centre, 14033 – 92nd Ave.
Parent information meetings: January 13, 2016 – Peace Arch - 7 p.m. January 14, 2016 – Simon Cunningham - 7 p.m.
• Educational background (report cards).
The two-year IB program provides an enriched and accelerated program of studies. Students have the opportunity to earn university course credits leading to preferred admission and often second-year entry to university.
WHITE ROCK 1273 Fir St.
A step-by-step application checklist and information about the process, as well as a Frequently Asked Questions list are available on the district website at: www.surreyschools.ca
MONTESSORI
604-585-9547
604-576-8551
PEACE ARCH 15877 Roper Ave.
INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE BACCALAUREATE
DAVID BRANKIN 9160 - 128 St.
604-536-1626
4. Proof of student’s living address (purchase or rental agreement, utility bill, driver’s license, etc.).*
• Health Documents (Care card, immunization records, medical condition information).
For online Choice program application, you must first register at your local catchment school.
Online kindergarten registration applies to the four Choice programs below only.
SUNRISE RIDGE 18690 - 60 Ave.
604-576-3000
LATE FRENCH IMMERSION Parent information meetings: January 19, 2016 – Jessie Lee - 7 p.m. January 21, 2016 – K.B. Woodward - 7 p.m.
PANORAMA RIDGE 13220 - 64 Ave.
604-531-8354
604-596-7733
SPECIALTY EDUCATION PROGRAMS DISCOVERY
INTER-A
HERITAGE
(Grades K-7)
(Grades 8-12)
(Grades K-7)
Discovery is an exciting, hands-on program that engages students as they explore the world around them. The Program focuses on inquiry-based and experiential learning while also developing leadership and self-regulation skills in its students. Students are encouraged to explore their passions and demonstrate their learning in a variety of different ways.
This program provides a context for consistent academics, the development of leadership and personal achievement skills and work in crossgraded group environments.
East Kensington Heritage school is a small school featuring a family atmosphere in a rural setting. This heritage school has long-standing traditions. Instruction includes traditional approaches and cooperative learning. There is a strong focus on social responsibility and academic achievement.
Come join us on our journey!
604-595-8890
An email will be sent to all applicants advising on the results of the lottery. The email will indicate whether their child has received a space in one of their selected choices and outline the next steps to accept or decline. Applicants not offered a space are automatically placed on a waitlist.
ROYAL HEIGHTS 11665 - 97 Ave.
604-581-7622
Registration and information: Contact the school beginning Monday, January 18, 2016
YOUR FUTURE BEGINS WITH YOU!
KWANTLEN PARK 10441 - 132 St.
604-588-6934
To book a visit: Email Melanie Skelin at skelin_m@surreyschools.ca starting 9 a.m., Thursday, January 28, 2016. Parent and student information meeting: Wednesday, January 27, 2016 Kwantlen Park Secondary Theatre - 6:30 p.m.
EAST KENSINGTON 2795 - 184 St.
604-541-1257
Registration and information: Contact the school beginning Monday, January 18, 2016.
PUNJABI
The Punjabi Language Program is a four-year course offered as an alternative to French to meet curriculum second language requirements. Students begin their studies in Grade 5 and remain together in the program for Grades 6 and 7. Students are expected to stay in the Program through Grade 8. BEAVER CREEK 6505 - 123A St.
604-572-6911
NEWTON 13359 - 81 Ave.
604-596-8621
STRAWBERRY HILL 7633 - 124 St.
604-596-5533
Secondary Punjabi Grade 8 is completed at either: PRINCESS MARGARET 12870 - 72 Ave. 604-594-5458 TAMANAWIS 12600 - 66 Ave.
for further information on all programs:
SURREY ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE LEARNING Surrey Academy of Innovative Learning (SAIL) offers a blended learning model, integrating classroom face-to-face with on-line learning experiences that fosters student’s voice and choice. SAIL is currently offering a STEAM blended learning academy for K-7, (Brookside Elementary, 8555 – 142A Street). STEAM K-7 Parent Information night: January 6, 2016 at Brookside Gym - 6 p.m. SAIL offers four academies for Grade 8-9 students including the STEAM, STEM, APAX, and STEM-X programs District Education Center 14033 – 92 Avenue. In addition, SAIL offers over 80 online courses at the Secondary level (Grades 8-12). For more information visit our website at www.sailacademy.ca or call SAIL at 604-592-4263.
604-597-5234
www.surreyschools.ca
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Surrey School District
KINDERGARTEN CHOICE PROGRAMS LOTTERY GETTING STARTED
KINDERGARTEN Children who will turn five-years-old before January 1, 2017 are eligible to begin school in September 2016. Registration begins Monday, January 18, 2016. To register, please contact your nearest elementary school. (For school catchment areas, view the district website: www.surreyschools.ca/departments/BMGS or call 604-595-5195.) Upon registration at the school, the following documents must be provided: 1. Proof of birth date for the student (birth certificate or passport); 2. Proof of guardianship (parents/guardians as shown on birth certificate or other appropriate legal documentation such as landed immigrant paper or guardianship order); 3. Proof of residence (e.g., ordinarily resident) of parent/guardian in BC: a. BC driver’s license, BC Services Card, BCID or BC Care Card of parent/legal guardian; or b. A combination of other supporting documentation such as a passport, permanent residency card, ownership/long-term lease of dwelling, vehicle registration, employment within community, Canadian income tax record, etc.
INE ONL ATION ISTR REG
EARLY FRENCH IMMERSION
INTENSIVE FINE ARTS
(Kindergarten entry; Grades K-7) French Immersion is intended to develop fluency in French leading to functional bilingualism. Students study in French while following the regular BC Curriculum Prescribed Learning Outcomes. Students of all linguistic backgrounds are welcome. Parents need not speak English or French to enroll their children in French Immersion.
(Grades K-7) The Intensive Fine Arts program integrates the four areas of Fine Arts – visual, music, drama and dance – into all curriculum areas. The program strives to create a stimulating and culturally enriched learning environment where the Fine Arts are equal partners with Mathematics, Language Arts, Social Studies and Science.
COUGAR CREEK 12236 70A Ave. LARONDE 1880 Laronde Dr. MARTHA CURRIE 5811 - 184 St.
604-591-9098
604-536-8711
* Sullivan Heights Secondary, Woodward Hill Elementary, Goldstone Park Elementary, Cambridge Elementary and Sullivan Heights Elementary are subject to additional proof of living address requirements. Three pieces of ID showing address, one of which must be government issued, must be presented in order to complete the registration process.
RIVERDALE 14835 - 108A Ave.
604-588-5978
SIMON CUNNINGHAM 9380 - 140 St.
604-588-4435
Documents which are helpful, but not required:
WOODWARD HILL 6082 - 142 St.
604-594-2408
For Registration and Information on Choice Programs Grades 1 - 7 please contact the school.
LATE AND SECONDARY FRENCH IMMERSION Late French Immersion 6-7
Secondary French Immersion 8-12
(Grade 6 entry)
French Immersion continues into the secondary level (Grades 8 to 12) at these schools:
(Grades 11 & 12) CRESCENT PARK 2440 - 128 St.
604-535-9101
HENRY BOSE 6550 - 134 St.
604-596-6324
EARL MARRIOTT 15751 - 16 Ave.
JESSIE LEE 2064 - 154 St.
604-531-8833
KWANTLEN PARK 10441 - 132 St.
604-588-6934
Additional program and application information is available on the Semiahmoo Secondary website: www.schools.ca/semiahmoo.
K.B. WOODWARD 13130 - 106 Ave.
604-588-5918
LORD TWEEDSMUIR 6151 - 180 St.
604-574-7407
Registration: opens November 26, 2015.
Late French Immersion registration for Grade 6 entry: In-person registration only, beginning 8 a.m., Monday, January 25, 2016.
Drop off or mail the completed application to: Semiahmoo Secondary, IB World School, 1785 - 148 St., Surrey, B.C. V4A 4M6. Application due by: December 18th, 2015, 2 p.m. Late applications will be waitlisted.
604-531-5731
Parent information meetings: January 12, 2016 - White Rock - 6 p.m. January 12, 2016 - David Brankin - 7 p.m.
604-576-9184
MOUNTAINVIEW 15225 - 98 Ave.
604-589-1193
SUNNYSIDE 2828 - 159 St.
604-531-4826
The application will be online Monday, January 25th, 2016 at 8 a.m. Parents will have three weeks to apply, edit and/or change their application until February 15th, 2016.
WHAT IS THE TIMELINE?
Parents must register their child at their local catchment school prior to applying for a kindergarten Choice program spot. January 18 – Regular kindergarten registration opens at your local school January 25 – Online application opens February 9 – Deadline to register at catchment school in order to apply online for Choice programs February 15 – Online applications closes February 22 – Random draw takes place
TRADITIONAL
(Grades K-7) This program is intended to develop self-directed students with a global vision. Students learn in multi-age groups, and usually spend three years with the same teacher. LATIMER ROAD 19233 - 60 Ave.
HOW DO I APPLY
(Grades K-7) The Traditional program emphasizes a structured approach to learning whereby students acquire skills and knowledge in a systematic and sequential manner through teacher-directed instruction. CLOVERDALE 17857 - 56 Ave.
604-576-8295
MCLEOD ROAD 6325 - 142 St.
604-595-1060
SURREY 13875 - 113 Ave.
During the week of February 23 - March 4
RESULTS/ WAITLISTS
604-588-1248
Parent information meetings for all sites: (no children please) January 13, 2016 – 6 p.m. District Education Centre, 14033 – 92nd Ave.
Parent information meetings: January 13, 2016 – Peace Arch - 7 p.m. January 14, 2016 – Simon Cunningham - 7 p.m.
• Educational background (report cards).
The two-year IB program provides an enriched and accelerated program of studies. Students have the opportunity to earn university course credits leading to preferred admission and often second-year entry to university.
WHITE ROCK 1273 Fir St.
A step-by-step application checklist and information about the process, as well as a Frequently Asked Questions list are available on the district website at: www.surreyschools.ca
MONTESSORI
604-585-9547
604-576-8551
PEACE ARCH 15877 Roper Ave.
INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE BACCALAUREATE
DAVID BRANKIN 9160 - 128 St.
604-536-1626
4. Proof of student’s living address (purchase or rental agreement, utility bill, driver’s license, etc.).*
• Health Documents (Care card, immunization records, medical condition information).
For online Choice program application, you must first register at your local catchment school.
Online kindergarten registration applies to the four Choice programs below only.
SUNRISE RIDGE 18690 - 60 Ave.
604-576-3000
LATE FRENCH IMMERSION Parent information meetings: January 19, 2016 – Jessie Lee - 7 p.m. January 21, 2016 – K.B. Woodward - 7 p.m.
PANORAMA RIDGE 13220 - 64 Ave.
604-531-8354
604-596-7733
SPECIALTY EDUCATION PROGRAMS DISCOVERY
INTER-A
HERITAGE
(Grades K-7)
(Grades 8-12)
(Grades K-7)
Discovery is an exciting, hands-on program that engages students as they explore the world around them. The Program focuses on inquiry-based and experiential learning while also developing leadership and self-regulation skills in its students. Students are encouraged to explore their passions and demonstrate their learning in a variety of different ways.
This program provides a context for consistent academics, the development of leadership and personal achievement skills and work in crossgraded group environments.
East Kensington Heritage school is a small school featuring a family atmosphere in a rural setting. This heritage school has long-standing traditions. Instruction includes traditional approaches and cooperative learning. There is a strong focus on social responsibility and academic achievement.
Come join us on our journey!
604-595-8890
An email will be sent to all applicants advising on the results of the lottery. The email will indicate whether their child has received a space in one of their selected choices and outline the next steps to accept or decline. Applicants not offered a space are automatically placed on a waitlist.
ROYAL HEIGHTS 11665 - 97 Ave.
604-581-7622
Registration and information: Contact the school beginning Monday, January 18, 2016
YOUR FUTURE BEGINS WITH YOU!
KWANTLEN PARK 10441 - 132 St.
604-588-6934
To book a visit: Email Melanie Skelin at skelin_m@surreyschools.ca starting 9 a.m., Thursday, January 28, 2016. Parent and student information meeting: Wednesday, January 27, 2016 Kwantlen Park Secondary Theatre - 6:30 p.m.
EAST KENSINGTON 2795 - 184 St.
604-541-1257
Registration and information: Contact the school beginning Monday, January 18, 2016.
PUNJABI
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Q Breast Cancer Peer-Support Group meets the first and third Monday of the Q White Rock Elks invite you to enjoy month, 7-9 p.m. at Crescent Gardens the toe-tapping music of Pride of Erin, Retirement Community, 1222 King George Jan. 6, 4-6 p.m., 1469 George St. Info: Blvd. 604-538-4016. Q Growing Green at Camp Alex, MonQ HUB safe-cycling network meets days 5-6:30 p.m. Meet new friends, first Wednesday of the month at Newton assist with planting, pruning, weeding Senior Centre, 13755 70 Ave. at 7 p.m. and caring for grounds, under direction Upcoming meetings: Jan. 6, Feb. 3 and of master gardener. Register by calling March 1. 604-535-0015 (ext. 236) or email commuQ White Rock Farmers’ Market Annual nityprograms@alexhouse.net General Meeting, Jan. 20, 7-9 p.m. at Q White Rock/South Surrey Parkinson White Rock Library (upstairs room) 15342 Support Group meets the second MonBuena Vista Ave. www.whiterockfarmer- day of the month, 1:30 p.m., at Chartwell smarket.ca Crescent Gardens RetireQ Heritage Walking Tours ment Community, 1222 King at White Rock Museum George Blvd. and Archives, 14970 Marine Q Old-time Dancing at Dr., every Wednesday at 11 Sunnyside Hall, corner of a.m. No appointment nec18 Avenue and 154 Street, essary. Info: 604-541-2221. datebook@peacearchnews.com every Monday from 1-4 p.m. Q Women’s Probus Club of Live music. Info: 604-541White Rock & South Surrey, 8890. a social club for retired or semi-retired Q Pacific Showtime Men’s Chorus women, meets last Wednesday of the meets every Monday, 7:30 p.m. at St. month 1:30-3:30 p.m. at White Rock BapMark’s Church, 12953 20 Ave. All ages tist Church, 1657 140 St. For more info, welcome. Contact: 604-536-5292 or call Marilyn 604-538-0594. leighand@shaw.ca or website www. pacificshowtime.com Thursday
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Q Family Support Group at Peace Arch Hospital, Russell Unit. First and third Thursday of the month, 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. Information and support for families and friends of persons with a mental illness. Info 604-541-6844. Q First United Church hosts community dinners the first and third Thursday of the month. Everyone welcome. Doors at 4:30 p.m. 15385 Semiahmoo Ave. Info: 604-531-4850.
Friday Q Hot luncheon for those 55+ at White Rock Baptist Church, 1657 140 St., Jan. 11, 12 p.m. featuring performance by Sacred Melodies. Must RSVP by Jan. 6, 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 Centennial Arena, 14600 North Bluff Rd., Fridays at 6:45 p.m. Come join a friendly group for an evening of bridge in the conference room.
Saturday Q Star of the Sea Flea Market, Feb. 6, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 15262 Pacific Ave., fleamarket@starofthesea.ca Q White Rock Chamber Music Jan. 9, 7:30 p.m. at Crescent Gardens Retirement Residence, 1222 King George Blvd. Admission $5, everyone welcome. Q Come Share Around the Table a new program at Seniors Come Share Society, offering a chance to meet new people, cook and learn about nutrition. The second and fourth Saturday of the month. Sign up by calling 604-531-9400, ext. 205. Q White Rock Community Orchestra meets Saturdays and has openings for double bass and string players (especially violinists and violists). Would welcome woodwind and brass as well. Contact Don, 604-507-0560 or email papadon1812@hotmail.com www.whiterockcommunityorchestra.org
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Monday Q Semiahmoo Guild of Needlearts meets at White Rock Library, 15342 Buena Vista Ave., 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. first and third Monday of each month. Info: 604-541-3717. Q Knitting Circle at Alexandra Neighbourhood House, 2916 McBride Ave., Mondays 10 a.m.-12 p.m. All ages and experience levels welcome. Info: 604535-0015 ext. 236.
Tuesday Q Mixed Singles Over Sixty – friendship and fun with lunch out the second Tuesday of each month. Dinners, pub nights, golf, dancing, movies and more. Call Ted at 604-541-1692 or Norval at 604542-9923. Q Tao Healing Group teaches simple but powerful self-healing techniques, Tuesdays 7 p.m. at Surrey City Centre Library, 10350 University Dr. No experience necessary. By donation. 778-379-9920. Q Mental Health Meet & Greet at Peace Arch Hospital, 5th floor, outside mentalhealth unit. 6:30-8 p.m. every Tuesday. Information and support for families and friends of persons with a mental illness. Info 604-541-6844. Q Newcomers Club is an organization that welcomes women new to the White Rock/South Surrey area, or who have experienced a significant life change in the last three years. Meetings first Tuesday of the month at Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 2350 148 St. Next meeting Feb. 2, 6:30 p.m. Q White Rock Laughter Club meets the last Tuesday of the month at White Rock Library, 15342 Buena Vista Ave., 7 p.m. No experience necessary, bring water and a friend. Info: 604-536-9049.
Ongoing Q White Rock/South Surrey Stroke Recovery Branch meets twice a week for stroke survivors. Tuesday & Thursdays at 9:30 a.m., Centre for Active Living, 1475 Anderson St. Speech therapy & physiotherapy. jmcbride@mcgi.ca Q Experienced volunteer drivers needed at Sources White Rock/South Surrey & Langley Food Banks. Weekly pickup and delivery of donations. Ability to lift heavy loads and clean driver’s abstract required. Call 604-531-8168. Q TOPS – Take Off Pounds Sensibly, a non-profit weight-loss support group in White Rock. Info: 604-514-9790. Q Nutrition Tours at Choices Market, 3248 King George Blvd. Consultants help find strategies for specialized diets, fast healthy meals and meeting health goals. Free. Must pre-book, nutrition@choicesmarkets.com Q Mixed Singles Over Sixty – join us for friendship and fun with dining, golf, pub nights, men’s brunch, dancing, movies and more. Info: 604-541-1692 or 604-5419923. Q Handel Society of Music has openings for tenors and basses. Contact Rita at 604-536-6818 or ritab1948@hotmail.com Q Peace Arch Group Therapy Program offers help for people with anxiety, burnout, depression, stress, etc. Thursday evening group is for people who work during the day. Call 604-535-4578 for info.
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Volunteers Q The White Rock South Surrey Hospice Society is seeking new volunteers from the community. Call Shannon at 604-531-7484, ext. 102 to find out more. Q The White Rock South Surrey Hospice Thrift Store is accepting applications for volunteers for cash, receiving and floor people. Four hours per week in a fun, dynamic upscale retail environment. Info: Victoria, 604-538-7600. Q Rec for Kids a non-profit, volunteer society, needs small bikes (16 inches or under) and trikes to donate to low-income families. 604598-0322. Q Bereavement Walking Group at White Rock South Surrey Hospice. Call 604-531-7484 to register. Q Adult Grief Support at White Rock South Surrey Hospice. Free, no referral required. Call 604-5317484 for more info or to register. Q Volunteers needed for Canadian Wheelchair Foundation to help catalog, edit and print photos. Flexible hours in South Surrey office, free parking. 604-536-2022 or lwhitehead@cdnwheelchair.ca for info.
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Emerson Barden, a former Canadian Army medic, has been awarded the French Legion of Honour for helping free the country during the Second World War. Barden, 92, received the medal from French Consul General Jean-Christophe Fleury Dec. 23 at a ceremony at the Cloverdale Legion, where he was surrounded by family, fellow legion members, friends and a sizable contingent of paramedics. The National Order of the Legion of Honour is France’s highest decoration, equivalent to the Order of Canada. The French government has attempted to honour all living Canadian soldiers who fought during D-Day to help liberate France and defeat Nazi Germany. Barden has been granted the distinction of Chevalier, or Knight. Last year marked the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, where Allied forces began their campaign to liberate Europe. The invasion by water was the turning point of the war for the Allies. Fleury shared a message from a country that remains grateful. “Canadian soldiers were on the front line and [it was] with extraordinary bravery and sacrifice that they landed on Normandy beaches and brought peace to the continent,” Fleury said, noting 45,000 Canadians were killed during the Second World War. “As a young man, Emerson, you left your family and home to cross the Atlantic and participate in some of the fiercest battles
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’70s, ’80s and ’90s – in a musical journey from America to Zeppelin – and everything in-between, including an audience-interactive segment featuring requests. Chatoor – who previously performed at Blue Frog with Roger Fisher, as part of the Heart tribute Barracuda – is known for creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere, as well as for her knockout vocal skills. Marsland cut his guitar chops performing with the likes of Chuck Berry, Ray Charles, James Brown, the Allman Brothers and War, while Neill has earned more than two dozen gold, platinum and multiplatinum awards in a three-decade recording career that has also included working with Loverboy, Joe Cocker, Keith Urban and Australian icon Jimmy Barnes, as well as sharing stages with the Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi, ZZ Top and Sting. Tickets ($38.50) are available at 604-542-3055 or through www. bluefrogstudios.ca
There’s something special about open mic evenings – not only are you likely to hear a variety of music that most venue programmers can’t present, but you might just catch an early performance by a rising star, or a surprise appearance by an established performer trying some new material. Semiahmoo Peninsula open mic king Dennis Peterson – a man with a good eye for White Rock and South Surrey’s growing pool of experienced and developing talents – is offering a regular show, 6-9 p.m. most Saturdays after Christmas at The Good Day Sunshine Café, 100-2950 King George Blvd. With dinner, drinks and dessert also on the menu, it’s a good venue to settle in for an evening of unexpected musical treats.
White Rock Trad Jazz White Rock Traditional Jazz Society’s regular 2 to 5 p.m. sessions of live Dixieland/Swing for listening and dancing each Sunday are back at the Alex Browne Royal Canadian Legion Crescent Branch 240 (2643 128 St.). Next up are the Crescent City Shakers, on Jan.10. Other bands this month are Slipped Disc (Jan. 17), Pluckin’ Good Time with Arnt Arntzen (Jan. 24) and the Square Pegs Jazzy Band (Jan. 31). Admission (19 and up) is $10 for WRTJS and legion members, $12 for everyone else. For more information on upcoming bands, visit www. whiterocktradjazz.com or call 604560-9215.
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Buddy Holly tribute While early shows have sold out, there’s still a chance to book tickets for the 9:30 p.m. shows in Zachary Stevenson’s two-night tribute to rock ‘n’ roll legend Buddy Holly, Jan. 15 and 16 at White Rock’s Blue Frog Studios (1328 Johnston Rd.) Holly, who died at age 22 in the same 1959 light-plane crash that claimed Richie Valens and The Big Bopper, left a legacy of gamechanging recordings (including Peggy Sue, That’ll Be The Day, True Love Ways, Rave-on, Everyday, Not Fade Away, Oh Boy and Raining in
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Zachary Stevenson rocks the legacy of `50s icon Buddy Holly during a two-night run – Jan. 15 and 16 – at Blue Frog Studios in White Rock. Tickets are $45 and are available by calling 604-542-3055 or online at www.bluefrogstudios.ca length album, will debut with a release show Jan. 16 at Coast Capital Playhouse, 1532 Johnston Rd. Doors are at 7 p.m. and show at 8 p.m. Heading North, which builds on Hol’s smoky, evocative voice, and melodic folk and bluegrassinfluenced style – coupled with strong arranging and tight production – was recorded in Vancouver with John Raham, who produced the Be Good Tanyas and all of Frazey Ford’s recordings. Since the 2012 release of her first EP, Boats, Hol has toured across Canada multiple times. She has been a top-20 finalist in the Peak Performance Project, a regional finalist in the CBC Searchlight contest and has had showcase concerts in several North American cities, including New York and Kansas City.
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Rockingbyrds The Rockingbyrds, a trio of versatile, thoroughly-seasoned performers from the Vancouver music scene – vocalist Rachael Chatoor (leader of Top 40 cover band Hitzone, frequently featured at Peace Arch Hospital Gala fundraisers), and guitarists/ vocalists Russell Marsland (R&B Allstars) and Jeff Neill (Streetheart) – will play Blue Frog Studios on Jan. 22, with shows at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Described as an organic acoustic guitar and vocal trio, the Rockingbyrds promise to breathe new fire into classic songs of the
Another iconic rock ‘n’ roll figure will be saluted at Blue Frog Studios, 7 p.m. Jan. 28, when music veteran Mike Demers leads his company in The Lonely – A Tribute To Roy Orbison. Presented by Rock.It Boy Entertainment, the show hits all the highlights of the career of the man with the trademark dark glasses, who landed a string of 22 Billboard Top 40 hits from 1960 to 1964 (including Only The Lonely, Crying and Pretty Woman). Demers and a talented group of sidemen deliver the goods with a sensitive, dynamic tribute and a sincere desire to recreate the sound and feel of the original recordings. Tickets ($42.50, plus service charges) are available at 604542-3055 or through www. bluefrogstudios.ca
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Surrey Fire Fighters tournament tips off Rick Kupchuk Black Press
Celebrating its 15th year, this week’s Surrey Fire Fighters’ Goodwill Classic is the largest in tournament history. The annual all-Surrey senior girls high school basketball tournament, which tipped off Monday, features 22 teams playing 41 games over six days at six local high schools. Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary is the host school, and will be the site for tomorrow’s (Thursday) quarterfinal games, Friday’s
semifinals and the championship game Saturday at 4 p.m. The Lord Tweedmsuir Panthers are also one of the two favourites for the unofficial city championship, ranked sixth in the province by the B.C. Secondary Schools Girls Basketball Association. The fifth-ranked Panorama Ridge Thunder are the only other team among the top 15. The Fleetwood Park Dragons won the 2015 tournament, defeating the Holy Cross Crusaders 55-46 in overtime.
Games played Monday through today (Wednesday) determined which teams are placed in the Axe (main) and Ladder (consolation) divisions. Fourteen teams will be relegated to the Ladder division, the remaining eight are the quarterfinalists in the Axe group. Sponsored by the Surrey Fire Fighter’s Charitable Society, the annual event promotes “a theme of the tournament involves promoting volunteerism, diversity, and female sport.”
The society prepares game schedules, stages a fundraising barbecue just outside the host school, and seeks sponsors for bursaries presented to players following the tournament. “As part of our Youth and Education program, it is the Surrey Fire Fighter’s Charitable Society’s goal to deliver the funds from all donors to the deserving student-athletes of Surrey,” said Fire Fighters society spokesperson Justin Sayson. “To date, we have awarded more than $70,000 in total.”
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hile most members of the Surrey Eagles – coaches and players alike – spent the BC Hockey League’s Christmas break relaxing with friends and family, one player was busy playing for his country. Defenceman Ludvig Adamsen has spent the holidays playing for Denmark at the 2016 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championships, which began Boxing Day in Helsinki, Finland and wrapped up with the gold-medal game Tuesday. The 19-year-old Eagle was a staple on the Danish blue-line, and was the only player from a junior ‘A’ team in the entire tournament. Denmark finished the round-robin portion of the U20 junior showcase with a won-loss record of 1-3 and nearly pulled off an upset over Russia in the first playoff round – the Danes led 3-2 until the Russians tied the game in the final minute, and then scored again in overtime to win. Denmark did pull off an upset early in the tournament, however, with an opening-game victory over Switzerland. It was the second year in a row that the Danes had upset their higher-ranked Swiss opponents. Adamsen, a defensive-minded “stay-athome” blue-liner did not record any points in the tournament, and finished with two penalty minutes and a -2 plus/minus. Last month, prior to the tournament, Adamsen said he was “pretty pumped” to be taking part in the prestigious event, saying in a story on the Eagles’ website that “it’s always an honour to represent your country.” In a news story posted on Danish hockey website, Faceoff Online – translated to English – Denmark head coach Olaf Eller called Adamsen “a fighting dog” who was one of the team’s better players in Denmark’s 6-1 loss to Canada on Dec. 28. In the same story, Adamsen said he was “extremely proud to participate at the (world i see page 28
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A two-minute lapse in the third period of their final game kept the Valley West Hawks from advancing to the playoff round of the Mac’s Midget AAA Tournament in Calgary last week. The Hawks surrendered three goals in those two minutes, and went on to lose 5-1 to the Sherwood Park Kings. Valley West, comprised of elite 15- 17-yearolds from Surrey and North Delta, finished round-robin play at the Mac’s with a 2-1-1 (win-loss-tie) record. They tied for first place in their five-team group, but missed the playoff round on a tiebreaker. “We came close, we were two goals away from making it through,” noted Hawks head coach Jessie Leung. “Our pool was ultra-competitive, three teams went 2-1-1. Had we scored two more or given up two fewer goals we would have been in.” Overall, it was a very successful week for Valley West. Only eight teams (the five group winners plus three wild-cards) advanced to the playoff, and the Hawks were among the top eight until the final period of their final game. With two wins and a tie in their first three games, the Hawks could have clinched a playoff
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Luka Burzan was one of Valley West’s top scorers in Calgary. berth with a tie against Sherwood Park. Ben Evanish gave Valley West a 1-0 lead early in the second period, but Sherwood Park dominated the final half of the game. The Kings tied the score before the second intermission, struck for the three quick goals to break the tie and take a 4-1 lead. They added another goal with seven minutes remain-
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Sportsmanship award Michelle Kim has become the first out my inner competitiveness.” golfer from British Columbia to receive A Surrey native, Kim is a freshman at the Canadian Junior Golf Association’s the University of Idaho and is a memHelena Harbridge Sportsmanship ber of Golf Canada’s National Amateur Award. Team. Kim is working towards a proPresented annually, the fessional career on the LPGA award recognizes sportsmanTour after graduation. ship, dedication and commit“I’ve always had big goals ment. It is named after Heland dreams for golf,” Kim ena Harbridge, an outstanding said. “This game requires junior golfer and CJGA alum commitment and dedication, that passed away in 2006 durand golf has taught me both ing her freshman year at West of those things.” Georgia University. Kim has compiled nine “I’m extremely proud and top-five finishes and six honoured to be named the Michelle Kim top-10 finishes in her fiverecipient of the Helena Haryear CJGA career. Last year, golfer bridge Award this year,” said she won the CJGA Western Kim, 18. “Junior golf has not Canadian Junior Championonly taught me goal setting, it has ship in March at Surrey’s Northview taught me honesty, patience, sports- Golf and Country Club and also won manship and etiquette. It has brought the Canadian Junior Championship.
Danes nearly upset Russia i from page 25 juniors).” And though they lost to Canada after pulling off the victory over the Swiss, Adamsen added he was still happy with his team’s performance. “We actually had a good setup, kept (Canada) on the outside and communicated well,” he told Faceoff Online. “You can never be happy when you lose, but Canada, overall, just has (an extra gear).” It’s expected that Adamsen will rejoin the Surrey Eagles – who played three games last weekend on an Interior Division road trip – this week. While players with BC Hockey League ties have played in the World Junior Hockey Championships before – for example, New Westminster’s Kyle Turris and South Surrey’s Colton Gillies both played for Canada in 2008 – the players in question have, by that time, left the BCHL. Turris, a former Burnaby Express star, was at the University of Wisconsin by the time he suited up at the international tournament, while Gillies, who briefly played as an affiliate with the Surrey Eagles, was in the WHL with the Saskatoon Blades. Adamsen is the rare exception, suiting up internationally while still with his junior ‘A’ team. Adamsen is one of just four players on the Danish national team to play full-time in North America. Two
others – goaltender Lasse Petersen and forward Niklas Anderson – play for the Spokane Chiefs of the Western Hockey League, while another, Alexander True, plays for the Seattle Thunderbirds, also of the WHL. The six-foot-three defenceman came to the Eagles this season after two years spent playing junior ‘B’ on Vancouver Island. It’s been an up-and-down season for the Danish import – he’s suited up for just 14 games in Surrey due mainly to injury. As well, he’s had to adjust to the Eagles’ ever-evolving roster this season, as the team struggles to find the right mix of players. “When I came back from injury, I was told our defence core had changed and I had three games to prove myself… luckily, I played the next 11 games,” Adamsen said in the same interview. He also said his decision to play in Canada “has been the right decision” and credited Eagles’ assistant coach Gary Nylund – a longtime National Hockey League defenceman – for much of his development. “I have developed a great competitive spirit and learned to play under constant pressure,” he said. The Eagles are back on home ice Friday when they host the Prince George Spruce Kings, and on Sunday afternoon will host the Trail Smoke Eaters.
Opportunity to play ‘special’ i from page 27 Malm tallied to give the Hawks a 1-0 lead after one period, but they trailed 3-1 after two. Luka Burzan scored a pair of shorthanded goals in the final two minutes to steal the single point. Against the Belarus U17 national team, the Hawks emerged with a 5-3 victory. Malm, Evanish, Justyn Gurney, Christian Bosa and Michael Farren were the goal scorers. “I don’t know if anyone gave us a chance. All the press had Belarus as one of the favourites for the tournament,” said Leung. “The history of Hockey Canada permeates from the walls at Father David Bauer Arena, to be able to play and beat a visiting
national team there was special.” Valley West then topped the Prince Albert Mintos 4-3, with Evanish netting three goals and Ilijah Colina notching the winner. “Overall, I’m happy with what we accomplished and hope this can give us some momentum going into 2016,” said Leung. “We had a group of players that rose to the stage and elevated their game to new heights.” Valley West leads the BC Hockey Major Midget League with an 18-5-1 record, and will resume league play next weekend with two games against the Thompson Blazers (2-18-6) in Kamloops.
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Born in New Tredegar, South Wales, one of nine children born to coal miner Thomas Horton and Jane Horton. She went into nursing at 18 and spent Word War II in London, England, amongst the bombings and devastation. Myra had many amusing & poignant stories to tell of those times. She married Don Edwards, BEM in 1947, a young handsome petty officer who pre-deceased her by 40 years and 1 day. Their life together with daughter Liz was mainly spent in Portsmouth. Myra came to Canada in 1982, following Liz and her family, where she met lots of friends through bowling at Mann Park & Newcomers. She will be remembered for her sense of humour, passion for family, and love of the garden. Myra will be missed dearly by the Watts family including Liz, Lucy, Daniel, Morgan, Hana, Simon, Max and friends and family from Canada and the U.K.
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Born in Winnipeg on March 11, 1976, Jennifer moved with her family to Surrey as a young child. She graduated with honours from Semiahmoo Secondary and went on to earn her Bachelor of Arts degree at Simon Fraser University. From there she earned her Education certificate at UBC. She was hired by the Surrey School district where she taught at Crescent Park, Bear Creek, and Laronde Elementary schools. She served as Staff Representative in each school, and was elected as a Member-at-Large on the Surrey Teachers’ Association Executive. In 2010, Jennifer became a full time officer at the STA after she was elected as Second Vice President. In 2011, she became First Vice President, and since 2012 she has served as the STA President. While a classroom teacher, Jennifer worked to bring the latest teaching innovations and programs to her students, incorporating current technology in her lessons. Besides this, she was a constant advocate for the special needs students she taught and pursued courses which qualified her to be a Learning Support teacher. Students and teachers will remember the exuberance and joy that came from Ms. Wadge’s classroom. When Jennifer began working full time for the STA, she was able to devote her efforts toward supporting members and advocating for improved learning conditions in our schools. She had a close working relationship with the Surrey School Board administrators, as well as the provincial wing of the teachers’ union, the BCTF. She was as concerned about the many individual teachers she helped in their time of difficulty as she was with the need for increased school funding and supports for special needs students. In her personal life, Jennifer had strong family ties. She leaves behind her mother, Connie Wadge, a retired Surrey teacher, and her father, John Wadge, teacher and recently retired as a Field Officer at the BCTF. He is also a past president of the STA. Jennifer has two sisters, Erin and Pamela, Pam’s husband Chris Carrier and their 2 year old son, Benjamin. Little Benji adored playing with his Auntie Jenny. There are no words to express how much she will be missed. A Celebration of Jennifer’s life will be held at 4:00 pm on Thursday, January 7, 2016 at Victory Memorial Park, 14831 - 28 Ave., Surrey, BC. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to CoDevelopment Canada or a charity of your choice. Victory Memorial Park has an In Memoriam page should you wish to leave condolences.
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