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MLA on side with need for ambulance Bing and councillors sign petition for improved paramedic service By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com

A petition for improved paramedic service in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows has garnered the attention of the public, as well as MLA Doug Bing, who says the area needs at least one more ambulance. Matt Kelso, who started the petition in late December, has already collected approximately 1,500 signatures through the website change. org, and is aiming for 10,000. But his work has already convinced the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows MLA. Bing looked into the matter after being contacted by Kelso. “I certainly understand where he’s coming from,” said Bing, adding that it’s not a new issue. While he was on Pitt Meadows council, the issue was brought up by members of the public. Then, as an MLA, he has twice had residents visit his office to complain that the area needs improved ambulance service. Kelso asserts that paramedic service has not kept up to the fastgrowing population in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. With a combined population of 94,000 residents, the cities are served by two ambulances, manned 24 hours per day. By comparison, Delta has a population of 100,000, and is served by five daytime ambulances and three on duty 24 hours. Kelso said that is an eye-opener for local residents. See Paramedics, 8

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Then there are the hikes. In April, B.C. Hydro raises its rates by four per cent. Medical Service Plan premiums jump by another $36 a year for individuals, while families will pay an extra $72 a year. Then, according to the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, another $44 a year will go to ICBC car insurance premiums, on average. But it’s at the grocery store where people will really feel the pain of stagnant wages and constant cost increases, to the tune of another

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$345 a year. The low Canadian dollar and drought shortages in the U.S. keep pushing the cost of filling a grocery cart upward, with the result that the overall bill could climb by four per cent. The numbers come from the University of Guelph’s Food Price Report 2016, which predicts that the price of meat, fruit and nuts could jump the highest, by up to 4.5 per cent. The price of vegetables won’t be far behind, with increases ringing

in as much as four per cent. The increase is identical to the increases shoppers faced in 2015. There are ways to squeeze more of the food dollar, however. It’s a problem for the low income and senior folks that Candace Gordon helps through her Community Kitchen programs. She teaches people how to cook and eat cheaply. While gasoline prices are low, Gordon notes that many of those that she helps can’t afford a car. See Costs,3

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New hockey academy considered Online survey to gauge interest By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com

A new hockey academy is being considered in east Maple Ridge, and the school district is asking interested parents to complete an online survey to gauge interest. The targeted start date is September 2017. “If we can give kids something that makes them more interested in school, that’s what we want to do,” said Thomas Haney secondary viceprincipal Ian Liversidge, who is working on the project. One question for school district administrators is whether it should be aimed at elite players or not. The province’s elite hockey academies offer more ice time and training, but the tuition cost is high. Hockey academies are on the rise in B.C. One of the most successful has been the at Yale secondary in Abbotsford, which gained attention last January as high-profile alumni Jake Virtanen and Shea Theodore won gold medals at the world junior championships. Virtanen is now with the Vancouver Canucks, and Theodore has played for the Anaheim Ducks. The cost of tuition is $9,000 per year at Yale. Players are on the ice most days, and they will play 50-plus games each season in the Canadian Sport School Hockey League, against academies from Kelowna, Penticton, Shawnigan Lake, Victoria, Delta, Burnaby, Calgary and Edmonton.

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RPM runs 16 hockey academies in B.C., including one at Pitt Meadows secondary. It has teams competing at three age groups. The cost to attend some of these academies is $30,000 per season and up. By comparison, the Pitt Meadows secondary program, known as the Pacific Rim Hockey Academy, which was one of the first in B.C., has players on the ice twice per week, with off-ice training sessions every two weeks, as well as off-ice activities and field trips. They do not compete in a league, and most of the players are registered minor hockey players. The cost is $1,800 per year, and there is one class of 30 student athletes.

Liversidge said the school district will take feedback from the public, and decide on whether to run what he calls a skills-based model such as Pacific Rim, or a team-based academy like Yale. “That’s a philosophic question the principals have to address,” said Liversidge, adding that the expense to parents will be a key issue. Educators also want to gauge the level of interest from girls in a hockey academy. The approval process will be guided by a principals committee, overseen by the district office’s senior team, then must be approved by trustees.

Liversidge will guide the process as a “hockey guy.” He has been active in coaching development with both Hockey Canada and Hockey B.C., and has helped to author the current materials used in coaching certification. He also coached at the Pitt Meadows academy, and with the Ridge Meadows Minor Hockey Association. The Pitt Meadows academy was founded by RPM Hockey Company in 2004, which is owned by Craig Millen. He has since established 15 more academies around the province, using the same template. He expects that many young hockey

players in the fast-growing eastern neighbourhoods of Maple Ridge will support establishing a second academy in their area. “There’s definitely interest in it,” Millen said. He can’t get on board with hockey academies that charge students tens of thousands of dollars. “From an ethical point of view, I’m not a supporter of it,” he said. Logically, a parent and athlete should not be counting on a pro hockey career, he said. Their realistic goal should be to play junior hockey and earn a scholarship to play for a college. So, spending as much to send their child to high school hockey academies as they would for several years of university would cost does not make sense, he says. The vast majority of hockey players can’t afford $30,000 per year for an elite academy, said Millen. “They cater to the best, and to the kids who are able to pay.” Millen coached his share of highprofile alumni from Pitt Meadows, including Ottawa Senators defenceman Patrick Wiercioch, who attended for Grades 8-10, then went on to the Burnaby Express of the BCHL. Willie Coetzee is another alum who played in the WHL for the Red Deer Rebels, then went on to a pro career in the AHL. Millen said the Pacific Academy caters to both average and upper-end players. Liversidge said no service provider has been identified for the proposed second academy. • Take the survey at www.surveymonkey.com/r/hockeyacademy.

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“They’re not saving a lot of money on gas bills.” Gordon says provincial income assistance rates haven’t been increased since 2007. “More and more are squeezed for food,” she said. “We have all kinds of evidence to say that seniors on fixed incomes, most of them are choosing to stay housed, which means that many of them going hungry.” That creates the “tea-and-toast” syndrome, a default meal on which they rely instead of cooking healthy meals. There are ways to stretch that food dollar though, says Gordon. For one thing, cut down on the food waste. About 40 per cent of food bought is thrown away. About a quarter of what-

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Australia threatens to withhold welfare payments if parents don’t immunize kids. that the enrolment policy be changed “to include mandatory vaccinations – except with medical exemption.” She says Ontario now follows such a policy. As of last year, Ontario required immunization in order for kids to attend school. “Children need to have proof of immunization against meningococcal disease, whooping cough and chickenpox to attend school,” says the Ontario health ministry’s website. “This is in addition to existing requirements for proof of immunization against many other diseases. The number of shots required for tetanus, diphtheria, polio and mumps has also been updated. “Children who are not fully immunized, may not be allowed to attend school.” But according to the Public Health Agency of Canada, immunization isn’t compulsory. It says that some provinces require parents to sign a form indicating if they want their child immunized or not. Those against immunization are asked to keep their kids home during disease outbreaks. Clunn says feelings can get heated over the issue from parents objecting to being told to vaccinate their children. People can also get a little information and make rash decisions on that against getting their kid immunized. “Google is kind of a fantastic/awful experience, all at once.” According to Immunize B.C., the benefits

of protection from serious, possibly fatal disease, are far outweighed by the minor risks or rare reactions. And the B.C. Centre for Disease Control says there is no link between the MMR vaccine and autism. “It’s just a passionate hobby right now where I get in trouble … for telling people the truth. I’m not one to sit back and say, ‘Oh, that’s your choice’ … when it is actually affecting other people.” She adds that people today haven’t seen the results of not getting vaccinated. “Our generation hasn’t seen these diseases, so as far as they’re concerned, measles is a rash, whooping cough is a bad cough. They haven’t seen their friends’ kids die from them. They’re not scared of them.” Fraser Health says only 60 per cent of children in Maple Ridge, up to age seven, are up to date with their vaccines. But that could mean kids have had one of the two shots required for a disease. Fraser Health spokesperson Tasleem Juma

said rates are often under reported, by up to 10 per cent, because children can be immunized outside of the area. When it comes to particular diseases, the 2014 immunization rate for measles is 87 per cent in Maple Ridge, two per cent above the rate for the Fraser North region. When it comes to chicken pox, 90 per cent of kids in Maple Ridge have been immunized. For rubella, the rate is 93 per cent and for mumps, 87 per cent. For meningitis, the rate is almost 90 per cent. Each disease has its own threshold, at which herd immunity is achieved. Clunn didn’t expect the rates to have changed much since then. School board chair Mike Murray said it is a provincial issue and says he hasn’t heard from parents concerned about immunization. “I’m pretty sure we wouldn’t be able to exclude a child if they weren’t vaccinated. “It’s a health issue and we’d certainly take whatever direction Fraser Health provides us.”

Immunization rates • Fraser Health’s school immunization report from 2013-14 for Grade 6 students shows a wide range of rates between schools in Maple Ridge. Maple Ridge elementary has the highest rate of chicken pox immunization – 94 per cent – compared to a low of 38 per cent for Maple Ridge environmental school and 41 per cent for Maple Ridge Christian. When it comes to meningococcal C, Maple Ridge elementary and Golden Ears elementary have the highest immunization rates, both at 94 per cent. But at St. Patrick’s elementary, less than 10 per cent of the students had been vaccinated for meningococcal C and only 56 per cent of the students at Meadowridge School were immunized against that.

A year ago or so, Katie Clunn tried to get the provincial government to make it compulsory – get your kids immunized or they don’t go to school. She collected a petition and sent it to the health ministry, but nothing came of it. Now she’s at it again, this time staying local with a change.org petition calling for the same. Once the petition hits 100 names, it automatically will be sent to Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows school board chairman Mike Murray. “It bothers me a lot,” says Clunn, who has two kids, three and six years old. “If you’re really that scared of vaccines, you should have homeschooled your child.” Clunn says many parents seem to think that it’s not their business if others don’t want to get their kids immunized. But she says fewer immunized kids means higher risks to others, even those who have had their shots. “There’s only so much your body can fight off.” Clunn knows it’s not up to the school district to make rules about immunization, but says it’s just a way of starting the initiative. “Everyone keeps trying to blame other people.” For now, she’ll send it in, and expects to hear from the school district about where next to send the petition. She points out that when parents have kids with allergies, such as to peanut butter, others are asked not to send that to school with them. She supports that. “However, why can your kid bring measles to my kid’s class when one of his classmates may be going through chemo … or asthma, now they’ve got whooping cough and now they’re going to die because their asthma acts up from of it. “If you’re going to go into public schools, you should be interested in public safety.” Clunn’s petition asks

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Get it straight It’s become a go-to phrase for all levels of government – local, provincial and federal. When faced with fallout from an unpopular decision – or simply dissatisfaction with the way that a certain sequence of events shakes out – politicians and bureaucrats seem to all have the same default position: ‘In hindsight, we could have done a better job with communication.’ While this would beg questions about all the communications officers drawing publicly funded salaries across the land, the public’s patience grows wearier each time this particular communication is used. The fact is, no matter how large or small the publicrelations budget, a culture that keeps taxpayers in the loop on evolving decisions is something that comes from the top down. So is a culture that, through an absence of information or condescending announcements only once a decision has been made, leads taxpayers to suspect they are being governed in an unresponsive, dictatorial manner, and, more than likely, misled. Suspicion of politicians and bureaucrats runs so rampant these days that it is far from wise policy for anyone in government to allow such a situation to continue – particularly when much criticism could be averted simply by taking a more inclusive approach. Too often, it seems, a craven fear of criticism only guarantees it will take place. Imagine how such ‘leaders’ would feel if the people working for them kept them in the dark about decisions made on their behalf. Naturally, in the process of governing or administrating, there is some information that is sensitive for reasons of confidentiality or legality, and which cannot be shared indiscriminately. The public, generally speaking, is not asking for this. Nor is the public asking for press releases giddy with spin. Straightforward summary of progress on issues would be good, however. As well, we would welcome a sense that those in office believe public consultation is about more than scheduling the legally required meetings and checking the requisite number of boxes. It is called ‘public office’ and ‘public service’ for a reason. Most employers would agree that employees acting unchecked could create a dangerous precedent that would either undermine operations or lead to discipline or dismissal of the workers concerned. Do public servants deserve to be held to a different standard? – Black Press

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Making 2016 the best year yet S ince I’m partial to year in review programs, looking back at my columns from 2015 might hopefully help with expectations for 2016. Whereas 12 months ago I dismissed critics of global warming, December yielded a Open mic ‘successful’ Paris Accord, under which 183 Mike Shields countries pledged to cut back on greenhouse gas emissions. But most of these undertakings do not start until 2020, and even then are weaker and less specific than terms agreed under 1997’s failed Kyoto Protocol. February 2015 brought the Charlie Hebdo attack and my appeal that perceptions of our being apathetic are mistaken insofar as the western world has repeatedly proven resolute in the face of external threats. Continuing attacks throughout the year suggest this problem is unlikely to disappear – but also that being terrorized is a poor response to terrorism. Just as streaking at sporting events virtually ended when television stopped showing them, perhaps the time has come us all, and especially the media, to stop giving every malcontent with a gun their sought-after 15 minutes of fame. A similar sentiment in my March column argued that technology and capitalism have

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improved both life expectancy and worldwide living standards to the highest they have ever has been. Unrealistic dreams of colonizing other worlds aside, the point I was trying to convey was that in an economy with too few good jobs, perhaps happiness rather than materialism should be the principal determinant of self-worth. In April, I contemplated the ethics of selfinterest, especially in unfettered capitalist markets; in May, the logical fallacies on which my critics based their counter arguments; and in June, my failure, as of my 30th high school reunion, to have any real insight to the meaning of life. July brought an examination of the Greek banking crisis and my prediction that the Euro system would inevitably prioritize (wealthy) bond-holders at the expense of (middle-class) tax-payers – insightful mainly for the pattern to be expected here in Canada if and when our current housing price bubble bursts. August through October were focused on various aspects of Canadian 2015 federal election, with the most illuminating result being that an independent who 11 out of the 16 people I interviewed after an all-candidates debate thought he won, then received less than one per cent of the actual vote. We can complain about politicians and expense scandals all we want, but the best conclusion available seems to be that the existing party system is all the democracy people today have time for. Relatedly, in November I proffered a couple

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different possibilities for government – including a strategy to cut income tax rates by 50 per cent, followed in December with a background and discussion of alternative economic programs. Though I naively aspire to such efforts making a difference, another motive was to facilitate readers making better financial decisions of their own. About which 2016, in my estimation, looks to have, at best, mixed prospects. Uncertainty due to a pending U.S. election, plus fears about new Canadian deficits will temper business investment. Plus, Europe remains on the brink of recession (if not Euro dissolution) and China’s growth is slowing alarmingly. Thus, natural resource prices, and with them the Canadian dollar, will continue to sag, the latter even more so due to interest rate increases announced and planned by the U.S. federal reserve. Promised infrastructure spending by our Liberal government (plus new subsidies for clean energy alternatives) should somewhat offset these effects, as will foreign investment inflows in response to global political turbulence. Which, insofar as Canada remains a land that not only thousands of refugees, but an even greater number of wealthy immigrants aspire to, calls back to my March conclusion. Put another way, I sincerely hope we all make 2016 our best year yet. Mike Shields hosts SFU’s Philosopher’s Café Sessions at the ACT, 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday of every month.

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THE NEWS/letters online comments Arrogant of council Leah Pillet · Re: Province committed to Sally Ann. I am personally happy that the province has seen through the council’s lack of vision. The Salvation Army does more then help the homeless. Why does it have to be a contest? There is enough need in the community for both the city and the Salvation Army to work together with different strategies. What works for one person may not work for another. It is very arrogant of the council to presume to be the only one with the solution. Usually large problems take team work, a variety of approaches and dedication. I am very disappointed in the council’s attitude thus far. • Robin Rodd · Re: Province committed to Sally Ann. The difference with Rain City and Salvation Army? You cannot use drugs while staying at the Caring Place. The user will leave and get high in a public place and return. Rain City is not the perfect solution for homelessness, but if one uses, it’s not in the public eye, and they also get to stay inside all day rather than roam around. The Sally Ann does not turn away addicts. It does not allow them to use inside. • Barry Jenkins · Re: Province committed to Sally Ann. Wow. The new shelter has already cost taxpayers over a million dollars. Sally Ann doesn’t have any drug use or overdoses, either. Time to get a grip with reality. • Alvin Cohen · Re: Province committed to Sally Ann. Here go again with this mayor grandstanding about the Sally Ann’s funding from B.C. Housing. She’s also now saying that if another scenario like Cliff Avenue, she’s done. LOL. She should have said and done that months ago. This issue is here to stay whether the mayor or council like it or not, and I hope no more of our property tax dollars are wasted. @ E-mail letters to editor@mapleridgenews.com.

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Solving homelessness complex Editor, The News: Re: Province committed to Sally Ann (The News, Jan. 5). The provincial government continues to work with the City of Maple Ridge and all of our partners, such as the Salvation Army, to address the issue of homelessness in Maple Ridge. The Salvation Army is a long-standing, valued partner. It is British Columbia’s largest provider of emergency shelter spaces and we commend their services to helping those in need. It provides addictions rehabilitation, meal programs, shelters and transitional housing in six communities across B.C. Its work also includes caring for seniors, offering services for women and children suffering from domestic abuse, and community and family services. In Maple Ridge, more than 350 people accessed the Salvation Army’s emergency shelter from January to October 2015. Of those, 65 per cent were placed into permanent housing. This shelter delivers a range of important shelter and support services, including a daily drop-in program, meals, counselling, medical services and extreme weather shelter. We also performed an operational

review on the Salvation Army and concluded that it is meeting our expectations. We will continue to work with the Salvation Army to ensure the shelter is fully accessible and meets the needs of those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. We all want what is best for people in need and I appreciate the Mayor Nicole Read’s enthusiasm in trying to find a long-term solution. Coleman This is something we take seriously, as well. Last year, the B.C. government invested over $5 million to provide subsidized housing and rent supplements for more than 1,100 households in Maple Ridge. In 2013, the province partnered with the city to open Alouette Heights. This development provides 46 apartments of supportive housing for people with stabilized mental health challenges and physical disabilities. Provincially, we have invested $4.4 billion since 2001 to provide affordable housing for low-income individuals, seniors and families. This year, more than 102,500 B.C. households will benefit from provincial social housing programs and services.

Solving homelessness is a complex issue and every level of government has a part to play. The province remains committed to continuing its relationship with the city to make sure everyone in the community has access to a safe and affordable place to stay. Rich Coleman, Deputy Premier Minister Responsible for Housing

Work with Sally Ann Editor, The News: Re: Province committed to Sally Ann (The News, Jan. 5). I have to give Maple Ridge council credit for opening a winter shelter, and getting people into housing. But you sound very mean toward the work the Sally Ann is doing. I am involved with my church in the street ministry, and since the opening of the new shelter, the amount of people who come is down a lot. The mayor could never do as much as the Sally Ann has done over centuries, and will continue to do for many more years. Work with them, not against them Geeske de Boer Poker Pitt Meadows

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Teen in drugs-for-sex investigation By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com

Ridge Meadows RCMP are investigating allegations that an employee of the Fraser Health Authority has been involved in a drugs-for-sex exchange with a teenage girl from Maple Ridge. A police spokesman said the investigation is in its early stages, after police received a complaint last week. The allegations are that a health care worker ex-

ploited a 17-year-old girl from Maple Ridge, as he gave her prescription drugs that she was addicted to, in exchange for sex. The pair met through a Craigslist ad. The man is alleged to have said he worked at Royal Columbian Hospital, and could get the pharmaceuticals the teen wanted. A Ridge Meadows RCMP spokesman said the investigation will determine whether drugs have been stolen from Royal Columbian Hos-

pital. The New Westminster Police Department is also involved. Police will also investigate the relationship between the teen and the alleged hospital worker, and whether it was coercive or exploitative. The age of consent for sexual activity is 16 years. However, the age of consent is considered 18 years where the sexual activity exploits the young person – such as when it involves prostitution, pornography or a person in authority.

Fraser Health spokesperson Tasleem Juma confirmed that the health authority is involved in an RCMP investigation into the matter, but would not confirm that a Fraser Health employee has been identified as a suspect. “As this is an active RCMP investigation, we can’t elaborate on any details or individuals involved, but are fully cooperating with the RCMP regarding this case,” said Juma.

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REAL ESTATE IN MAPLE RIDGE & PITT MEADOWS

Five resolutions for healthier home By Kevin Gillies

hen a year ends and a new one arrives, plans, promises and resolutions proliferate because this is that time of year when we look at what weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been doing and consider what we could or should do, going forward. They tend to focus on personal health â&#x20AC;&#x201D; resolutions to start working out, quit smoking or starting a new diet rank among the most popular resolutions annually. But itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a worthwhile endeavour to consider these resolutions for our homes, too. So, while weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re fresh in the new year, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth making plans to improve things around our homes in 2016, and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll try to do so without using the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Râ&#x20AC;&#x2122; word. In an effort to increase probability of success, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to find household improvements that arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t so challenging or ambitious that they either never begin or that they cause you to quit before theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re completed. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just as important that your plans donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t set standards so low that they become meaningless and therefore donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t garner much attention. So without further ado, hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s five easy resolutions for 2016 that will make your home more pleasant and healthier. â&#x20AC;˘ Install a programmable thermostat. By simply installing a programmable thermostat, a homeowner can cut his or her homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heating and cooling costs by approximately $180 this year alone. This is one of the main ways to reduce your energy use, shrink your carbon footprint and save a few sheckles on annual home-operating costs. â&#x20AC;˘ Reduce air leaks. Air leakage â&#x20AC;&#x201D; outside air entering and conditioned air leaving your house uncontrollably through cracks and openings â&#x20AC;&#x201D; can

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â&#x20AC;&#x201D; as well as your insurance-premium prices. Smoke and flames from a fire can be easy to spot visually, but a fire that begins in an unoccupied part of the house, or that begins in the night, can spread undetected and grow quickly. Smoke detectors alert you to this danger when you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be watching. Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas produced by fuel-burning appliances or fixtures (furnaces, water heaters, fireplaces) and can build up in the home because of malfunctions or improper ventilation. Carbon monoxide can

also enter the home via an attached garage where a vehicle is running. A combination smoke and carbon monoxide detector can warn you when either threat is present and help protect you and your family as well as your home. If you already have detectors in place, the new year is an excellent time to test their batteries as well as consider adding new fire extinguishers to kitchens, laundry rooms or areas, and other hazardous places. â&#x20AC;˘ Incorporate more indoor plants. If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t already have a lot of live indoor plants in your home, the New Year is a good time to consider adding plants. Indoor plants can instantly change a roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s atmosphere and there are lots of ways you can include plants into your homeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dĂŠcor that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t all involve the classical vases and pots. Plus, there are great health benefits to having plants in your home. For instance, adding plants to rooms can increase oxygen levels. When you breathe, you take in oxygen and release carbon dioxide while plants, during photosynthesis, absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen â&#x20AC;&#x201D; making plants and people natural partners. Plus, indoor plants filter volatile organic compounds (like benzene, formaldehyde and trichloroethylene) from indoor air. Also, as part of the photosynthetic and respiratory processes, plants release moisture vapor, which increases humidity of the air around them. Plants release almost all of the water they take in. So by placing several plants together, you can increase a roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s humidity level to help keeps respiratory issues at bay. These are five relatively simple resolutions that will make 2016 happier and healthier around your home. Good luck and Happy New Year.

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THE NEWS/sports Coles-Lyster set to take on the world Contact 604-467-1122 ext. 216 sports@mapleridgenews.com

Maple Ridge cyclist heading to Belgium to compete in world championships B y T i m Fi t z g e r a l d sports@mapleridgenews.com

Maggie Coles-Lyster has been one of Canada’s most dominant cyclists in her age category since the time she took off her training wheels. With multiple national titles under her belt, the 16-year-old Maple Ridge native is about to turn the corner and compete on the world stage. Coles-Lyster is putting the finishing touches on an intense training regime in preparation for her first international events in Europe. The Maple Ridge secondary honour roll student will compete at the World Cyclocross Championships in Heusden-Zolder, Belgium on Jan. 30. Before the world championships, Coles-Lyster will get her first chance to experience international racing when she takes part in a world cup event in the Netherlands Jan. 24. “I’m excited about racing against the world’s best under 23-year old women in my first European bike race,” said Coles-Lyster. “ I am also looking forward to the experience of racing at an event that draws crowds similar to hockey games in Canada,” The Maple Ridge cyclist qualified for the Canadian team to compete at the world championships by winning a bronze medal at the Canadian National Cyclocross Championship Oct. 24 in Winnipeg. The bronze came on the heels of Coles-Lyster winning five medals, including three gold, at the Canadian National Track Championships in Milton, Ont. She finished off her 2015 cyclocross season with three consecutive victories, including taking the B.C. Elite Women’s Cyclocross Championship. Barry Lyster, her father and coach, has been involved with the sport for decades and brought his daughter along for the ride from day one. See Balanced, 20

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Maggie Coles-Lyster of Maple Ridge will take part in the World Cyclocross Championships in Belgium on Jan. 30.

Trio of Flames head to all star game in Mission Team looks to bounce back after pair of losses The heart of the Ridge Meadows Flames offence will suit up for the Harold Brittain division in the annual all star-game Monday, Jan. 11 at the Mission Leisure Centre. Boston Colley, Dale Howell and Jake Holland were all named to the team that will square off against the

best players in the Tom Shaw division. Holland, the Flames’ leading scorer, has 16 goals and 23 assists in 31 games this year, good for ninth in league scoring. Howell is second on the team in scoring, with 16 goals and 16 assists in 31 games, while Colley sits third on the team with 16 goals and 12 assists in 29 games. The host Mission City Outlaws will

send seven players to the game, including the league’s top two scores, David McGowan and Bryce Pisiak. McGowan, with 68 points in 34 games, is closing in on the singleseason assist record. McGowan has 53 assists in 33 games this season. The PJHL record is 64, shared by Brock Currie, who played for Abbotsford in 1998-99, and Bill Smith of Grandview, 2008-09. Before the trio of Flames head to

the all-star game, they are going to look to get back in the win column. The Flames dropped both their games at the league’s three-day Winter Classic held in Richmond Jan. 1 to 3, giving up 14 goals in the losses. On Saturday, Jan. 2, Ridge found itself leading the resurgent Abbotsford Pilots 5-4 with just 10 mintues left in the third period before giving up four goals in eight minutes to lose 8-5.

Nicholas Maydaniuk lead the Flames offence with two goals and an assist. Noland Feguson had a goal and an assist. On Sunday, Jan. 3, the Flames were mauled 6-3 by the Aldergrove Kodiaks. Holland was in on all three Flames goals, registering two goals and an assist. • The Flames next home game is Friday, Jan. 8 agains the Abbotsford Pilots. Game time is 7:30 p.m.

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He said he’s extremely proud of the dedication and commitment she’s put into not just into the sport of cycling, but in all aspects of her life. “My goal as a coach, and as her father, is to make sure her life is well balanced,” said Barry. “She’s a pretty go get ‘em kind of girl and I sometimes have to try and reign her in but she’s been able to balance her life and she’s very healthy and happy on the bike.” That balance does require dedication. As she approaches the world championships in Belgium, which is expected to draw a crowd of more than 80,000, ColesLyster spends her week in the gym focusing on strength and endurance, combined with a couple of yoga sessions and of course, training totalling 15 hours a week. Barry said it’s a juggling act for his daughter preparing for different discipline. While road races last as long as three hours, cyclocross focuses on shorter laps and the rider being forced to dismount and carry their bike over ob-

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There was a time when no one could score on the Meadow Ridge Moose. Now the top team in the South Coast Female Hockey league can’t find the back of the net. The Moose were shut out for the second straight game, losing 2-0 to the South Fraser TNT Sunday, Jan. 3 in Langley. The shut out comes on the heels of the Moose dropping a 1-0 decision to the Richmond Devils on Dec. 19, the last game before the Christmas break. The Moose have now gone 111:53 seconds with scoring a goal. Their last win came against the Richmond Devils, 4-0 on Dec. 13. The goalless streak is in stark contrast to a team that opened the season with a going undefeated in their first 11 games, winning 10 and tying one. During that run, the Moose went more than 225 minutes without giving up a goal. However, since the team’s first loss of the season to the Island Surge on Nov. 29, a 5-2 decision, the Moose are playing .500 hockey with three wins and three losses. Their record of 13-3-1 and 27 points are still good enough for first place in the leagues standings, six points up on the Fraser Valley Jets. Dayna Briggs is the Meadow Ridge Moose leading scorer, with 14 goals and six assists in 14 games. That puts Briggs fourth in league scoring. Teammate Emily Jude is sixth overall with six goals and 11 helpers in 17 games and Madeline Cockrill is seventh with three goals and 14 assists. • The Moose will get the chance to avenge their most recent loss when they take on the South Fraser TNT on Saturday, Jan. 9 in at Planet Ice in Delta at 12:45 p.m.

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Maggie Coles-Lyster ended her 2015 cyclocross season with three straight wins. stacles. He said the goal leading up to the world championships has been ensuring her aerobic endurance is high enough to handle the short bursts of energy needed to compete.

Barry said his daughter should be at “peak performance level” in a little more than a week. From there, it’s off to Europe for her first date on the international stage.

As for expectations, Barry said there’s a bigger picture in play ending up on the podium. He said there’s no better place than Belgium and the Netherlands to make your debut, where

cycling is held in the same regard as hockey is in Canada. “Regardless of the outcome, the experience in itself will offer huge gains for her development,” said Barry.

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February 26, 1923 - December 26, 2015 Bob Howard, a longtime resident of Maple Ridge (Haney), passed away peacefully on December 26, 2015 at Tabor Home in Abbotsford at the age of 92. He is predeceased by his wife Evelyn who were married for 68 years. He will be forever missed by his children, sons Bob (June), Rick (Jean), daughter Marlene (Tim), 6 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Memorial will be held at a later date.

Cory Raymond April 20, 1974 - December 24, 2015

A Celebration of Cory’s Life will be taking place on Friday, January 15, 2016 in Maple Ridge, BC. For further details please contact anyone from Cory’s family or close friends.

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Gone are the days, we used to share. But in our hearts, you’re always there. Never more than a thought away, Loved & remembered every day.

Margaret Alice Peck (Branscombe) was born on September 6, 1923 in her Grandma’s house in Calgary, Alberta, and passed over on December 30, 2015 in Maple Ridge, BC.

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Margaret went suddenly and pain free with her daughter by her side. Margaret was 92 years, 3 months, and twenty four days YOUNG. She lived well and she died well. “A lady always knows when to leave”. Margaret retired in Maple Ridge in 1986 to be near her family. She joined the Haney Presbyterian Church, met her new family members, and volunteered many hours over the last twenty-nine years. Margaret was predeceased by her youngest daughter, Peggie Werbeski (Peck), and is survived by her three other children, her children’s father, her six grandchildren, her three great grandchildren, the fourth on the way, and many relatives and friends. Margaret’s funeral and celebration of life will be held on January 9, 2016 at 1pm at the Haney Presbyterian Church at 11858 - 216 Street, Maple Ridge, BC. In loving memory of Margaret, donations for the Haney Presbyterian Church are being accepted.

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With much sadness we announce the passing of Norman Ouimet on December 24, 2015 aged 80 years, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He leaves his loving wife of 58 years, Doreen, 4 children Dianne, Don (Kathy), Karen (Michael) and Denise (Steve), 14 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, brother Bert, 2 sisters Freda and Yvonne, and many nieces and nephews, along with extended family and friends.

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There are no words to describe the life and adventure that ran through Cory’s veins and shimmered from his contagious personality. Cory laughed and loved more than any other son, brother or uncle; and every day even living out of town he would stay in touch with his family and loved ones. Cory passed away suddenly and although he is gone it will be impossible to forget him. Cory touched so many people’s lives, from growing up in Maple Ridge, to his time living in the Caymans and working up north. We know Cory would not want us to mourn his passing (for too long) but rather embrace his energy for life and try to live each day with a hint of the energy Cory did (good luck!!). And as Cory would often say, don’t worry about him “it’s all under control.” Cory has left us for his next journey, surely meeting with his old friend Dave, leaving behind his mother Vicki, father Ray , brother’s Curtis and Kevin, sister in-laws Lana and April and his truly adored nephews and nieces; Cody, Ella, Delilah, Whitney and Zoey. We will always love you Cory and will forever miss you!

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BARTON Thomas Frederick Oct 12, 1939 Jan 3, 2016 We are sad to announce the passing of our beloved Father who passed away Jan 3, 2016 at 2:45am at Residences in Mission where he resided after a lengthy battle with Dementia. Tom was pre deceased by his wife Sally Jayne; brother Ken Barton; sister Darlene Adlam; mother Velma Ismarella and father Robert John Barton. Tom was very loved by his family and friends and has left behind his daughters, Tammy (Dennis) Dargatz, Penny (Rick) Hlady; grandchildren, Michele, Melissa and Tylor; great grandchildren Lauryn, Kinley, Ava and Draedyn. We find peace in knowing that Tom is in heaven with his beloved wife Sally, once again. Tom is now free from his illness and again whole, in body mind and soul. A celebration of life will be held at Henderson’s funeral home, 45901 Victoria Ave, Chilliwack, BC V2P 2S9 on Jan 11 2016. A viewing will be held at 10:00am. Celebration of life will be held at 11:00 am with tea service to follow. The burial will proceed to the cemetery at 1:30pm.

Birch, Keith Chandler It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, brother, father and grandfather, Keith Birch passed away on December 24, 2015 at 71 years of age after a lengthy illness. Late of Maple Ridge, BC. He is predeceased by his parents Nan & Les, his sister Colleen & son Tyler. He is survived by his loving life partner Jacky Halliday, Brother Bob, Twin sister Natalia, Children Kim(Lou), Rob(Janice), Cindy(Aron) & John. He also had 7 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, friends & Mitzy. Keith was born in Liverpool, England in 1944 & with his family immigrated to Canada when he was 11. His family settled in West Vancouver in 1968. After being hired as a sheet metal worker with the BC Government at Riverview Hospital he moved his young family to Maple Ridge. He designed, built & repaired medical furniture including a wheelchair for Pearson Hospital that assisted handicapped patients getting in & out of pools. He was very gifted with his hands and could make or fix anything. He belonged to the Master Bowlers Association & for many years coached for the Maple Ridge Youth Bowlers Association. He was also a Leader for the Boy/Girl Scouts. He loved to ski, fish & golf. He will be missed by all who knew him. The family will be doing a private service at a future date. Expressions of sympathy can be made at www.gardenhill.ca

Norman’s enthusiasm for life, his hearty laughter, and kindness toward others will be deeply missed. He lived life to the fullest while touching the hearts of all who knew him. We will hold him forever in our hearts. The family would like to thank Dr. Chapman, Dr.Yu, and the wonderful nursing staff at Ridge Meadows Hospital for their care. There will be a celebration of his life at 1:00pm on Saturday, January 16, 2015 at Maple Ridge Alliance Church, 20399 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society . “Nothing can ever take away a love the heart holds dear”

Marie-Reine Langdeau (Coutu) May 9, 1922- Dec 18, 2015 passed away at 9:00 AM. She is predeceased by her eldest son Gerry and her husband Ulysse. She will be remembered with love by her four remaining children: Terry Peters and Chris, Marcel Langdeau and Jill, Denis Langdeau, Marguerite Lindsay and Cameron and her grandchildren: Craig, Ryan, Matthew, Tyler, Derek, Celine and Jennee. Great-grandchildren: Victoria, Addison, Sydney, Olivia and Dayton. Her remaining siblings are: Jeannette Frechette, Cecile Kropninski and George Coutu. Marie was born on the family farm in St. Victor, Sask., one of seven children. She came to B.C. by bus with a close friend in 1947 because work was plentiful. She worked as cleaning staff at Royal Columbia Hospital till she got hired at Pacific Veneer. She met and married her husband within a year. She was mother to five children and raised her family in french speaking Maillardville. After 25 years they moved to Rutland for the next 23 years and Marie returned to Maillardville after the death of her husband in 1996. She spent her last 12 years in Maple Ridge to be closer to her children. Willow Manor was her home for over ten years. She belonged to the knitting club, was fire marshall for her floor and loved cheating at crib, playing Bingo and bowling. She won often and took great pride in displaying her trophies. She always said she never knew how to express love till her children taught her how. There was never a visit without a hug and kisses. Marie had a great sense of humour and loved a good off-colour joke and her cackling laugh could be heard everywhere and was very contagious. She took great delight in dressing up and always wore dresses or skirts and fancy sweaters with matching jewelry and lipstick. She sported so many sparkling sweaters that they called her “Sparkles”. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her and remembered with love and affection.

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Ĺ&#x2DC; 0HHW 7UDQVSRUW &DQDGD UHTXLUHPHQWV VWLSXODWHG LQ WKH $LUSRUW â&#x20AC;˘ Lift heavy objects that could reach 70 pounds (32 kilograms) 5HVWULFWHG $UHD $FFHVV &OHDUDQFH 3URJUDP CASH BONUS RETENTION PROGRAM Pleasesend sendresume: resume:yvrhr@swissport.com yvrhr@swissport.comor or Fax: Fax: 604.207.9941 604.207.9941 Please or apply online:orwww.swissport.com apply online: www.swissport.com

WORK WITH AIRPLANES In 42 weeks, the UFV Aircraft Structures Technician program can prepare you for well-paid work with major airlines, aircraft manufacturers, ďŹ xed base operations, large repair and overhaul organizations, and specialty repair shops. Learn the latest techniques in aircraft repair and maintenance at the UFV Aerospace Centre, located at the Abbotsford Airport. Apply now! Start January 18: ufv.ca/aerospace 604-847-5448

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Haney Builders Supplies

â&#x20AC;˘ Food Service Supervisor $12.75/hr. + BeneďŹ ts

In the Vancouver area we are rapidly expanding and currently building new homes in Surrey, Coquitlam, Maple Ridge and Langley. With our rapid growth we are recruiting for the following positions: â&#x20AC;˘ Labourers â&#x20AC;˘ Level 2 or 3 First Aid, trained in site safety personnel â&#x20AC;˘ Carpenter/Back Framer/Foreman â&#x20AC;˘ Pre Occupancy/Warranty Service Representatives â&#x20AC;˘ Foundation Foreman/Supervisor â&#x20AC;˘ Foundation Crews â&#x20AC;˘ Framing Crews

TRADES, TECHNICAL

EXPERIENCED LANE CLOSURE Techâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and Traffic Control people reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. immediately. 604-746-4613 or email TrafďŹ c_King@shaw.ca

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Foxridge Homes, a division of Qualico is recognized as the largest intergrated real estate company in Western Canada.

PERSONAL SERVICES

Custodian (On-Call) For more information about these opportunities please go to surreyschools.ca (Career opportunities â&#x20AC;&#x201C; support staff ) or makeafuture.ca/surrey.

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

ERCO Worldwide - Our North Vancouver facility has the following employment opportunities along with the qualifications required.

Industrial Electrician / Instrument Mechanic â&#x20AC;˘ A Grade 12 diploma and dual TQ ticket as an Industrial Electrician/Instrument Mechanic with a minimum of 5 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience in a chemical or industrial manufacturing environment. â&#x20AC;˘ An Industrial Electrician with industrial instrument equipment and systems experience will also be considered. â&#x20AC;˘ Experience with general industrial electrical systems including high voltage, automated controls, and DCS and PLC systems.

Pipefitter â&#x20AC;˘ A Grade 12 diploma and TQ ticket as an Industrial Pipefitter, with a minimum of 5 yearsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; experience in a chemical or industrial manufacturing environment. â&#x20AC;˘ A 2nd TQ ticket (Welder, Instrument Mechanic, etc.) will be an asset. â&#x20AC;˘ Experience with installation, maintenance and repair of process piping systems. â&#x20AC;˘ Experience with equipment such as heat exchangers, strainers, tanks, pressure relief valves, and control valves. Wages and benefits are competitive within the industry, including a four-day work week with flexible start times. Submit your resume in confidence to: Administration Manager hholt@ercoworldwide.com Fax: (604) 929 8277

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 236

CLEANING SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 281

GARDENING

House Cleaning Team

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 287

7 Days / Week

Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd.

Details : mariescustomized cleaning@gmail.com

✶ Bark Mulch ✶ Lawn & Garden Soil ✶ Drain Gravel ✶ Lava Rock ✶ River Rock ✶Pea Gravel

604- 467- 1118

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

320

www.affordablemoversbc.com

$45/Hr

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

Bsmt suites, bathrooms, windows siding, H/W tank installation, etc NO JOB TOO SMALL

Gary 467-3024

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

Cellular 604-671-9694

604-537-4140

(604)465-1311

meadowslandscapesupply.com

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CONCRETE & PLACING

UNIQUE CONCRETE

DESIGN

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

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

FREE ESTIMATES

A - 20779 Lougheed Hwy Maple Ridge

GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627

Local natural stone distributors. Custom made Granite Countertops. Slate, Granite, Marble, Tile, Tumbled Stone. Large selection of Porcelain & Ceramic. Sales & Service

HANDYPERSONS

283A

MILLER Handyman Services, Low rates! Call Glenn at 604-619-3845 www.millersystems.ca

287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

CHUCKS RENOVATION

HERFORT CONCRETE

NO JOB TOO SMALL Serving Lower Mainland 25 Years! *Prepare *Form *Place *Finish *Granite & Interlocking Block Walls *Stairs *Driveways *Exposed Aggregate *Stamped Concrete. *Interlocking Bricks *Sod Placement EXCELLENT REF’S -WCB Insured

Drywall & Painting, Int/Ext Pressure Washing, Gutter Cleaning, Fence Building & Repair Kitchen & Bathroon Reno’s, Tiling & Flooring Installs Res/Comm, Apt Buildings

Leo: 604-657-2375 / 604-462-8620

257

DRYWALL

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

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

www.paintspecial.com

2 coats any colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls

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

MISC SERVICES

604-465-1311

320

Flat $10 rate - Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows area.

MOVING & STORAGE

ABE MOVING & Delivery & Rubbish Removal

Call or text Dave (604)616-4103 ddlawnorder@gmail.com

$30/hr. per Person • 24/7 .

Birthday, wedding, anniversary, make an announcement!

ANYTHING OF VALUE

Single Items to Entire Households 604-463-4449 604-209-6583

551

Includes: Heat, Hot Water

MAPLE RIDGE;

MOVING SALE

A great variety of household items and décor, tools, books and much more! Items as low as $1.00 Friday, Saturday Sunday 11 am to 4pm

PLUMBING

Furnaces, Boilers, Hot Water Heating, Hotwater Tanks, Drain/Duct Cleaning & Plumbing Jobs.

M 604-312-7674 M M 604-507-4606 M 356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Call 604-467-3944

and Hydro

Furnished bdrm. Kitchen privileges. Maple Ridge & Mission. $450-$550. 604-467-0021, 778-868-5081

604-463-2236 604-463-7450

749

12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certiﬁed Crime Free Buildings

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MISC. WANTED

Have Unwanted Firearms? Have unwanted or inherited firearms in your possession? Don’t know how to dispose of them safely and legally? Contact Wanstalls and we will come and pick them up and pay you fair value for them. Wanstalls has been proudly serving the Lower Mainland firearms community since 1973. We are a government licensed firearms business with fully certified verifiers, armorers and appraisers.

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

Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms

STORAGE

Polo Club Apartments Pitt Meadows Marina

19071 Ford Rd. Pitt Meadows

14179 Reichenback Rd Moorage Rental Year or Semi-annual Outdoor Storage Available Starting At $30/month for Boats, RV’s, Cars, Trucks & Trailers

Clean, Quiet Well Managed Bldg. 3 Blocks to W.C. Express W 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites W 3 Appliances W Secured Garage Parking W Adult Oriented W Ref’s Req’d & Absolutely No Pets

GARAGE SALES

GARAGE/ESTATE Moving Sale: Sun Jan 10th, 11am-4pm. 24220 103A Ave, Maple Ridge. Details on kijiji.

#10 12350 Harris Road

A Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber

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

Launch Ramp with 3 lines and ample parking for tracks and trailers

604.465.7221

TONY’S Painting

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

Haney Motor Hotel

* Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet

$$CASH $$ for your furniture, tools, electronics, antiques, appliances, computers & collectibles.

Closing Out Sale

604-999-6020

Celebrate!

FURNITURE

Pitt Meadows

338

$75 OFF 1ST MONTH

Great Location

SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

ROOMS FOR RENT

Rooms from $470/mo. Fully Furn, weekly maid service, cable TV, private bath, on bus route, 5/min walk to commuter rail.

Queen Anne Apts.

Near Shopping & Amenities.

Tools, collectibles, truck ramps & canopy, household goods etc.

$59.00 Per Ton

“FAMILY CHRISTMAS TREE PICKUP”

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

11785 - 252 St.

Meadows Landscape Supply

746

1 & 2 Bdrms available

Onsite Manager

PORT COQUITLAM

604.465.7713

1 bdrm suite - $775 2 bdrm corner suite - $925 S Includes heat/hot water S 1.5 blocks to various bus stops S 2 blocks to Safeway/medical S City park across street S Gated parking and Elevator S Adult oriented building S References required * SORRY NO DOGS * CALL FOR APPOINTMENT

750

SUITES, LOWER

MAPLE RIDGE, small cabin, No pets. $500/mo. Available immed. 604-462-0387

TRANSPORTATION

604-464-3550

32 Years of accumulation.

SBroken Concrete RocksS $25.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $25.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds

GARDENING

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

Sat Jan 9th, 10am-3pm.

VDump Site Now OpenV

APARTMENT/CONDO

$880/mo & $980/mo

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

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299

RENTALS

MAPLE RIDGE

~ Since 1987 ~

Den’s GarDENing Services

317

706

PETS

#1 Cash Buyer

JAGUAR LANDSCAPING Lawn & Garden Service. Design, Pruning, Lawns, Cleanups, Comm/ Res. (604)466-1369

604.465.2944

FEED & HAY

477

548

LANDSCAPING

Call 604-319-1993

DRAIN Tiles, Sewer, Water Video Inspection, Jack Hammering, Hand Excavating Call Tobias 604.782.4322

456

TIMOTHY hay for sale. Good quality. 60 lb. bales. $15.00 per bale. Pitt Meadows. 604 505 4087

RENTALS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

.CAN PRO Paint and Drywall. 3 Rooms $250. 604-7717052

300

Lic’d, WCB, Member of BBB Winter Special - 15% off!

chucksrenos@hotmail.com

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

PETS

604-463-0718 eagletileandnaturalstone.com

Landscaping, Cleanups, Pruning, Hedges, Rubbish Removal, Topsoil, Gravel. Tree Topping, Chipping & Stump Grinding. FIREWOOD FOR SALE **Don’t FALL Behind**

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE

281

EAGLE TILE

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

MOVING & STORAGE

AFFORDABLE MOVING

CHOICE RENOVATIONS

Prompt Delivery Available

* Insured * Experienced Maple Ridge, P. Meadows, Mission

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

ROYAL CRESCENT ESTATES 22588 Royal Crescent Avenue, Maple Ridge

Large Units. Close To Golden Ears Bridge, Shopping & More. GREAT RIVER VIEW!

1997 CAMRY, 4 door, 4 cyl, auto, loaded, new tires, 180K, in mint cond. $3400 obo. 604-936-1270

Ofﬁce: 604-463-0857 Cell: 604-375-1768

845 709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

PORT COQUITLAM 775-3000sqft. Ground floor commercial space. Office / retail / service type business. Facing onto city park. 2 blks from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.

736

HOMES FOR RENT

MAPLE RIDGE: 4 Bdrm, 2 baths, $1600/mo plus utils & garbage. N/S, N/P. 1 Year lease min. Close to amen. Avail now. (604)272-0875 or (604)505-7936

#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle REMOVAL ~~ ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT ~~ $$$ PAID FOR SOME. 604.683.2200

REAL ESTATE No. S-169393 New Westminster Registry

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

mikes hauling 604-516-9237

IN THE SUPREME COURT OF BRITISH COLUMBIA BETWEEN: HANEY BUILDERS’ SUPPLIES (1971) LTD. Plaintiff AND:

Call today for more info: 604-575-5555

BDN HOMES LTD. and BRENT HAYES Defendants

1989 14x70 in Ruskin MHP w/View Fam./Pet ok. $42,900 w/$575pad Financing avail. 604-830-1960

ADVERTISEMENT To: The Defendant Brent Hayes (“Hayes”)

TAKE NOTICE THAT on the 24th day of December, 2015 an order was made for service on you of a Notice of Civil Claim issued from the New Westminster Registry of the Supreme Court of British Columbia in proceeding number S-169393 by way of this advertisement.

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

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SUNDECKS New SRI Manufactured homes Singles $74,900. Doubles $94,900. PARK SPACES AVAILABLE REPOSSESSIONS 1974-2010 www.glenbrookhomes.net Chuck 604-830-1960 Trades. Financing. Permits.

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

MAPLE RIDGE Central. Spacious 1 bdrm, newly painted, nr all amens, insuite w/d, d/w, lrg patio & vaulted ceilings. Available immed. N/S, N/P. $900/mo +utils. Call 604-377-8135.

In the proceeding, the plaintiff Haney Builders’ Supplies (1971) Ltd. claim the following relief against you: 1. Judgment in the amount of $81,474.41. 2. Alternatively, damages for unjust enrichment. 3. Costs. You must file a responding pleading within the period required under the Supreme Court Civil Rules failing which further proceedings, including judgment, may be taken against you without notice to you. You may obtain, from the New Westminster Registry, at 651 Carnarvon Street, New Westminster, British Columbia, a copy of the Notice of Civil Claim and the order providing for service by this advertisement. This advertisement is placed by the plaintiff Haney Builders’ Supplies (1971) Ltd. whose address for service is Kuhn LLP, 100 – 32160 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, British Columbia, V2T 1W5 Attention: Andrew D. Delmonico.

Atlas Vinyl Sundecks - Your Complete Sundeck Specialist. Free estimates (778)285-2107

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