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Freedom of Information requests more than double in recent years
White Rock residents await answers Melissa Smalley Staff Reporter
Freedom of Information requests to the City of White Rock have more than doubled since 2013, but residents submitting the applications say they’re not getting the information they’re seeking. According to city staff, White Rock received 102 FOI requests in 2015, up from 63 in 2014 and 43 in 2013.
When asked Wednesday about the increase, city manager Dan Bottrill deferred to the city clerk’s office, noting he was “typically not involved� with processing FOI requests. “We’d have to take a look at the types of FOI requests to try and figure out whether or not there was anything in particular that would have created a bump,� Bottrill said. “Obviously, it’s going up over the three-year period.� City clerk Tracey Arthur told Peace Arch
News the nature of requests received in 2015 vary, but that 24 of the 102 came from four individuals. She noted that the process is becoming more well-known and “more individuals are utilizing it.� Unlike White Rock, the City of Surrey (with a population of more than 500,000, compared to White Rock’s approximately 20,000) has seen a steady decrease in FOI requests over the past three years. In 2015, Surrey received
313; in 2014, 327 and in 2013, 352. White Rock resident Erika Johansen is one of a handful of residents unhappy about the city’s response to FOI requests. Her request last spring asked for plans, correspondence and reports relating to the tree and vegetation removal on the Marine Drive hillside. Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, public bodies are i see page 4
‘Healthy’ discussion
Truck park adversaries hold talks Melissa Smalley Staff Reporter
Proponents of a truck parking facility slated for the Surrey/Langley border say they are committed to “protecting the integrity� of the environmentally sensitive area, however, those opposed to the project say there are “hundreds of questions� outstanding surrounding the proposal. The groups came together Monday for a private meeting at Surrey City Hall chaired by Surrey-White Rock MLA Gordon Hogg to discuss the application for a 77-acre commercial Coun. Tom Gill truck park at 16 City of Surrey Avenue and 194 Street. Concerns including the health of the Little Campbell River, which runs adjacent to the property, as well as pollution, food security and the future of the area have been raised since plans were announced in September. While discussions were described as “very productive,� there were mixed messages surrounding the origin of the meeting itself. i see page 4
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Barb Kotzer says downzoning proposed for her neighbourhood will significantly reduce property values and won’t accomplish what proponents hope.
Proponents say bylaw change is ‘first step’ to boosting tree preservation
Downzoning grows into major concern Tracy Holmes Staff Reporter
Angst is building over an effort to “downzone� a second neighbourhood near Kwomais Point in Ocean Park. Opponents of the proposed change – which would reduce the allowed square footage and height of any new development – say it will be unfair to existing residents who want to sell or rebuild, as well as to potential new residents, who would be restricted. And, it would do little to save trees or char-
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ridiculous that it’s getting this far.� The City of Surrey is in the midst of neighbourhood consultation after receiving a petition last July requesting the area – between 128 and 130 Streets and from 13 to 14A Avenues – be rezoned ‘comprehensive development’ (CD) from ‘single family residential’ (RF). The change would reduce the maximum square footage and height of any new development on the 5,000-square-foot lots, restricting size to 2,600 square feet and height to 26.5 i see page 5
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Parents impacted by district’s decision to take over space for classroom
Sunnyside runs out of room for daycare Alex Browne Staff Reporter
A Montessori daycare offered before and after school at Sunnyside Elementary has been told that it will have to cease operations after June, because the space it occupies is needed as a classroom. According to parent Laila Hussain, this will disrupt the childcare plans of some 37 families who use the daycare, operated by Bright Star Montessori. But Surrey School District spokesperson Doug Strachan says that while it’s regrettable the decision had to be made, the district’s mandate is to provide education, not daycare. Hussain said parents only found out in the first week of the new year that the daycare would be forced to close. “We’re still waiting for 10 portables that were supposed to be constructed on the site,”
Hussain told Peace Arch News. “There’s no space in the area. This shows really bad planning on the part of the school district – the (new) school has only been open three years, and it takes 10 years for an elementary school to go up. “They say they are expecting 750 students next year – 200 extra that they hadn’t planned for, so they are re-allocating the classroom. But taking over one classroom is not going to affect the situation.” Hussain said that as a registered dietician at Surrey Memorial Hospital, and parent of two children at the school – with a third child, a teen, attending Semiahmoo Secondary – the daycare has been invaluable to her, and she knows other parents feel the same way. “The daycare (has been) getting five to 10 calls a day for registration,” she said. “As working parents we want to make sure our
children are in a safe environment. “Where are our children going to go before and after school? They’re giving us in the community no other solution. They’re basically closing it down on us and saying ‘that’s your problem.’” Strachan told PAN the district gave notice to the daycare in October that the operation would have to shut down. “We’re a school – we need the space for teaching,” he said. “As far as childcare is concerned, we make space available when we can, but we’re not involved in childcare. It’s really to do with the relationship between the parents and the daycare provider. “We’re empathetic with parents in the area, but, honestly, we don’t have any choice. This is another example of the impact of a growing school district.” Strachan acknowledged the new Sunnyside
Elementary – opened in September 2013 to replace the old school originally built on a different site in the late 1940s – reached capacity in a very short time. Strachan said the popularity of South Surrey as a place to live – and the explosion of new housing in the area – has far outstripped the district’s plans for school infrastructure. “We’ve seen it in other areas where there is a lot of new housing, like Grandview Heights, and the Clayton area – where we had a brand new school open up with portables already on site. “It’s a challenge for a school district when so many people want to live and learn here. I suppose it’s preferable to being in an area where they have to close schools down, but it’s a challenge, nonetheless.” Strachan said the district understands the impact “but it’s not much of a choice we have.”
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Anti-pipeline protesters rally in Burnaby Tuesday. The day before, seven kayakers were arrested after boarding a barge in Burrard Inlet.
Kinder Morgan hearings open with protests
Surrey wants old oil pipeline retired Jeff Nagel Black Press
As protesters marched and banners unfurled, intervenors began their final arguments this week on Kinder Morgan’s plan to twin its Trans Mountain oil pipeline. A National Energy Board panel started 10 days of oral hearings in Burnaby as scheduled Tuesday, despite calls from activists and politicians to cancel them in light of the federal Liberal government’s pledge to overhaul the review process. The City of Surrey – the first intervenor – demanded the NEB compel Kinder Morgan to decommission and remove the original 60-year-old pipeline under urban residential neighbourhoods in Surrey and instead upsize the new pipeline or run twin lines on a new route far from homes. Surrey also wants the NEB to keep the pipeline from biting into environmentally sensitive Surrey Bend Regional Park – Trans Mountain’s preferred new route through the city – and instead suggests following Golden Ears Way, the South Fraser Perimeter Road and CN Rail rights-of-way. NEB directors noted the hearing pertains only
to the expansion project but Surrey assistant city solicitor Anthony Capuccinello insisted the board has legal jurisdiction to order old sections of the pipeline be retired or improved. “Once you want to expand a system your system comes under scrutiny and terms and conditions can be imposed with respect to the entire system,” Capuccinello argued. He said it would be unreasonable for the NEB to impose emergency-response requirements that apply only to the new pipeline, not the “outdated and obsolete” original one. “Are you really expecting the public to believe that you can impose conditions but only with respect to new pipeline?” Surrey is not flat-out opposed to the project as Burnaby is, but insists it cannot harm the city’s interests or result in municipal taxpayers subsidizing company costs. It wants additional conditions imposed that would guarantee compensation for all municipalities for extra infrastructure costs that may be triggered by the pipeline expansion or future pipeline maintenance, as well as reimbursement for municipal costs in the event of an emergency or other pipeline incident. A study tabled in evidence estimates Surrey,
Burnaby, Coquitlam, Langley Township and Abbotsford will have to shoulder $93 million in additional municipal infrastructure costs over the next 50 years as a result of the expansion. NEB regulations require communities to adjust their design and construction methods to work around pipelines, which can mean higher costs when building roads or replacing buried utilities like sewer lines. New Westminster fire Chief Tim Armstrong took aim at Kinder Morgan’s refusal on security grounds to provide municipalities with its full emergency response plan, just a heavily redacted version. Armstrong called it “an unacceptable answer as we are named partners in their response plan without any consultation” and firefighters are likely to be first on scene in any disaster. Hearing doors were closed to the public but opponents made their voices heard outside. Protesters chanted “Trudeau, you said no” as they marched down Willingdon Avenue and then rallied outside the hearing room at the Delta Burnaby Hotel. Federal officials have said they won’t shortcircuit the hearings or comment further before the NEB makes its recommendation in May.
Plans to revitalize the Johnston Road corridor in uptown White Rock are in the works, and the city wants input from residents and business owners on the project. A community workshop is set for Feb. 10, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at White Rock Community Centre (15154 Russell Ave.) where “conceptual improvements” to a three-block stretch of Johnston Road, from North Bluff Road to Roper Avenue will be reviewed. The workshop, described in a city bulletin as “interactive,” will explore what makes Johnston Road unique, aspirations and obstacles to street improvement in the area and principles to guide the project. Participation is limited; attendance can be confirmed by emailing imagine@whiterockcity. ca before Feb. 5.
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Residents balk at information fees i from page 1 required to provide three hours’ worth of information retrieval for free, however, additional time may be subject to a fee. Johansen was told her request would cost $1,455 for a total of 49 hours’ worth of work. “They denied my request to waive the fees, even though they’re clearly in the public’s interest,” Johansen said. Resident Ross Buchanan told PAN he has “so many outstanding FOIs out there and no answers.” Requests submitted by Buchanan include for correspondence about the privatization of multi-family garbage pickup – to which he received several pages of completely redacted emails – as well as details of Mayor Wayne Baldwin’s expense claims for the
past two years. Buchanan was told the latter request would cost $590. “They know that unless somebody is willing to spend tens of thousands of dollars to take them to court, then they can get away with anything,” he said. “If you do get anything back, you know it is going to be redacted.” Resident Cyndie Richards was also told by city staff that she would have to pay $590 for her FOI request, which asked for staff, council and Epcor correspondence relating to the subdivision of 1454 Oxford St. Richards, Johansen and Buchanan have all filed review requests with the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner for BC (OIPC). According to the OIPC, the office received four requests for review
and eight complaints regarding White Rock FOI requests last year. In a presentation to the Select Standing Committee on Finance and Government in November, Commissioner Elizabeth Denham said the average wait time for a request to be assigned to an investigator was 20 to 24 weeks, and approximately 39 weeks for a complaint or appeal to be resolved. Resident Dennis Lypka – who has submitted several FOI requests in the past three years – said he suspects the increase in the past year is as a result of staff telling people to submit FOIs for inquiries that previously wouldn’t have required them. “Someone has told them that it’s a good defence,” Lypka said. “So their immediate reaction is ‘make an FOI request.’”
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i from page 1 Surrey Coun. Tom Gill – who in September said he supported the project bypassing the city’s Local Area Plan for the neighbourhood, due to be finished early next year – told Peace Arch News he “wanted to be very clear” that he did not initiate the meeting, but was asked to facilitate and attend. “By no means am I responsible for putting the meeting together,” Gill said Wednesday. “I was asked if I could facilitate it at city hall in terms of finding a room, and I was asked to sit in on the first half.” Bob Donnelly, president of the Semiahmoo Fish and Game Club, told PAN the meeting came at Gill’s suggestion after Donnelly contacted him requesting some further information on the project. Donnelly said he told Gill he would attend and would request Hogg also take part. Hogg told PAN he was contacted by Donnelly about setting up a meeting with Gill and the proponents in an attempt to “clear up some of the misinformation” about the project. Donnelly said he and other concerned area residents were hoping to learn more details about the project and were “surprised” that plans are still in the early conceptual stage. “I could see nothing new that I hadn’t seen before,” Donnelly said. “We were certainly hoping for more detail. We can’t really get into raising issues without the detail.” However, Patrick Giesbrecht, a public relations consultant working for the developer, GG Metro
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Holdings Ltd., told PAN the lack trucks are going to stay on the of firm plans was by design, as the periphery.” group is striving “to engage the David Anderson, director of A stakeholders at this early stage.” Rocha Canada’s Brooksdale Envi“Nobody wants to feel like a ronmental Centre, located across decision is a foregone conclusion, the street from the proposed park, and they’re simply asked to accept said his concerns centre around the final result,” Giesbrecht said. the bigger picture of what the “Of course what project’s approval happens when you ❝We will be able to would mean for the do that is we don’t protect the stream, future of the area. necessarily have a lot “If the rezoning we will be able to of firm answers at protect the fish, we were to happen on this point.” will be able to protect that 77 acres, then Giebrecht said the that project is going the aquifer. If we project “makes a to determine the lot of sense” for the cannot accomplish future of the whole 16 Avenue corri- that, the project will special-study area,” dor, which he noted not move forward.❞ Anderson said, notwas “slated to be a ing there is a “giant Patrick Giesbrecht major thoroughfare question mark” with trucks and the about what will take movement of goods throughout shape in what he described as the southern Fraser Valley.” the “last quadrant of the rural He highlighted a number of agricultural area in Surrey.” issues in Surrey that the truck Hogg said that although the park facility would help solve, discussion that took place Monpointing to the estimated 1,300 day was a “healthy” one, there trucks illegally parked through- are still questions to be answered. out the city. “There are a number of issues Citing public-safety concerns, that have to be dealt with, and air and water pollution created both the proponents, the City of by big rigs driving through and Surrey and the residents of that parking on residential streets or area and others all understand farmland, Giesbrecht said the that,” Hogg said. proposed facility would reduce Giesbrecht was adamant those those problems. issues would be addressed prior “What this park will do is cre- to the project moving ahead. ate a safe place where we’re going “Every legitimate concern that to have concrete and dirt berms has come forward, our team of around the park. There will be no technical staff has told us we run-off going into the stream,” he will be able to address them all said, noting protection systems satisfactorily,” he said. “We will and protocols will be in place to be able to protect the stream, we will be able to protect the fish, we prevent contamination. “We’re going to be able to show will be able to protect the aquifer. that the air will be cleaner in If we cannot accomplish that, the the City of Surrey because the project will not move forward.”
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i from page 1 feet – changes Kotzer noted will not impact lot coverage but will prevent property owners from building the same size home as their neighbours. According to information sent to residents by the city as part of a survey, the petition was supported by 57 per cent (105) of 184 lot owners within the defined zone. Downzoning proponent Nicole Nelson said the process was launched with the best interests of the neighbourhood in mind, with those in support hoping to prevent more “monster” houses from being built and thereby reduce builders’ arguments around a need to remove more trees. She acknowledged it will take more than downzoning to pre-
serve trees, but said she was told by city staff that downzoning is the first step. She credited downzoning of a nearby neighbourhood with preventing three lots from being clearcut. “It makes the city acutely aware of our desire to save trees,” she said. “Is the city still responsible for improving our tree bylaw? Yes. “It’s a big picture that I’m not sure everybody sees.” Noting she’s been told downzoning would boost property values, Nelson said there is “a slew of people waiting in the wings” to start on a tree committee once it’s in place. She applauded downzoning opponents for taking a stand, but noted it is coming “very late in the game.”
“I completely understand their views, I really do, and I respect them wholeheartedly… We still feel (downzoning’s) the best way to go.” Kotzer said she’s been told the city’s final decision will be largely based on the survey that’s underway, and she encouraged anyone who has not read the information and answered the questions to do so as soon as possible. Residents have until Feb. 15 to return completed surveys, after which staff will tabulate the results and report them to council with a recommendation on whether or not to proceed with the downzoning. If council supports downzoning, the bylaw would go to public hearing before a decision is finalized.
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eetings held this week in Vancouver between Canada’s provincial ministers of health and federal Health Minister Jane Philpott and her staff likely shaped up more like contract re-negotiations than get-togethers over coffee and cake. Especially when it came to voicing the case for B.C. – which absorbs more retirees than any other province, and along with them, their increasingly complex health-care needs. We know our own Semiahmoo Peninsula welcomes a steady stream of retirees who appreciate the region’s mild climate. The problem is that the portion of federal health-care money designed to provide care for retirees does not transfer with them when they change residences. No doubt B.C. Health Minister Terry Lake underlined that point as he and counterparts from across the country got their first audience with the new government. Just last week, he reiterated our province’s beef with the healthcare funding formula adopted by the former Conservative government in 2011 – that it was based on population, with no age component. His argument is a sound one. Because healthcare costs increase as people grow older, a per-capita formula makes for a non-level playing field between provinces such as B.C., which is relatively older, and Alberta, which is younger. B.C. is already grappling with the need to increase the number of hospice beds for terminally ill baby boomers who are native to this province, and that situation is made more critical with people moving here to retire. The old formula for calculating federal healthcare transfer payments to the provinces was instituted by the previous Liberal government under former prime minister Paul Martin. In 2004, the Liberals instituted a program that would see annual increases to provincial health transfers of six per cent, a solution Martin at the time called “a fix for a generation.” The formula was changed by the Conservatives after 2011, when health-care increases were tied to economic growth, with a minimum increase of three per cent per year, to begin in 2017. Justin Trudeau, speaking in B.C. before the new Liberal federal government was elected last year, promised to add another $3 billion to the health care budget to start, and “sit down with the provinces immediately” to renegotiate the formula. Here’s hoping the two sides can come up with a fair plan that works for today – not just 2017 or beyond.
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Through emails to my daughter and instant messages to my two sons, there was little time to feel detached from those whom I missed most. The one sense of detachment that impacted me greatly was self-induced. Having spent the past few years connected to the Peace Arch News on-call at all hours of the day, I made a concerted effort to not click on our website, to not look at emails and to not read the White Rock/South Surrey news that dominates our headlines yearround. In these days of increasing 24/7 connectivity, I felt I had earned a break, if only for a moment in time. By the end of my trip last weekend, my phone had one more surprise awaiting me. It turns out the ‘location’ setting had monitored by GPS exactly where and when I travelled every single day, mapping it all out quite nicely. Yes, the flights. Yes, the motorcycle rides. And yes, the long walks and public-transit rides through the streets of Bangkok, Singapore and Hong Kong. And when I turned on my computer at work, the maps were all there sorted by date, once I logged in. Incredible. I’m not saying I’m comfortable knowing that we have become this attached to our electronics. I only know that the time of truly getting away is past, so long as I keep an emergency phone at my side. Lance Peverley is the editor of Peace Arch News.
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Editor: Re: White Rock opts to explore P3 for more ice, Jan. 13. White Rock city council, with the exception of Coun. Helen Fathers, seems bound and determined to twin Centennial Arena, despite city staff ’s recommendation to abandon the idea. My objections to this notion are many, but predominant is the loss of the very old trees. These same trees were threatened some years ago when the White Rock Tennis Club applied for a permit to cut them down in order to make space for a new court. Citizens in the area organized against this, knocking on doors for petition signatures, engaging people on the street and raising the issue in council. For my own part, I hired a UBC geologist who made a thorough inspection of the area and adjacent ravine, then provided his professional report, which spoke urgently against any such activity taking place. That report will be in the archives and applies today. While I appreciate that the two sporting organizations need more ice, their need does not justify the loss of the Semiahmoo Arts building, relocation of the offleash dog park and destruction of 40-50 mature trees. The financial burden is another thing, and staff recommendation to “not proceed with the initiative” is sound. Alternately, Coun. Grant Meyer’s suggestion to see a P3 option made available to the “right developer” would not cancel or avoid the aforementioned losses. Fathers and city staff have it right. Mary Garner, White Rock
Editor: On Jan. 12, I went to the Esso at King George Boulevard and 24 Avenue to get a coffee from Tim Hortons. I usually never go there in the morning but I am fortunate that I went there to witness an event I will not soon forget. At the head of the Tim Hortons line was a middle-aged homeless man that I have seen periodically in our neighbourhood of South Surrey. He was placing an order for a coffee and bagel with the cashier. The man directly behind him stepped in towards the cashier and paid for the first man’s order. The middle-aged man turned around to thank the other man for his kindness and then we saw visually and viscerally what he had to endure in his life. His eyes were black and blue, his face swollen and there was a very large incision that had been stitched and extended from just above his eyebrow up to his hairline. His face was a mess! Both of us gasped and asked what had happened to him. He replied that a group of youth had beaten him because he had refused to buy them alcohol. I would not have used the word “group”; I would have used the word “pack”, as what these young men did to this innocent man is what wild animals do when they
chase down prey to devour. I wonder what kind of society, culture and home environment/ parenting breeds young people who travel in packs targeting vulnerable individuals? You may say that it will not happen to you. Maybe not, maybe it will – life is a series of chance happenings after all. But what I do know is that in that instant I saw the kindness of a person who cared enough to buy a homeless man a cup of coffee and then take the time to sit with him to visit. But, I also saw the ugliness of what happens probably on a regular basis to the vulnerable in our neighbourhoods. Not someone else’s neighbourhoods – ours. I pray that we will all put in the hard work that is entailed to teach our young that the value of a human life is precious and is to be respected. Maureen Klassen, Surrey
Steps across the spectrum Editor: There is a spectrum of pedestrian types, from considerate and sensible people at the left end to self-centred and presumptuous at the right end. As with all spectrums, of course, most people are somewhere in the middle; some a bit more considerate, others a bit more presumptuous. Here comes the controversial part.
It is my unscientific observation, just in driving around White Rock and South Surrey, that older people tend to be toward the left (considerate) end of the spectrum while younger people tend to be toward the right (self-centred) end. It is more often older people who will pause at a pedestrian crosswalk and signal a car to pass through if there happens to be a break in the traffic, and the driver has that precise moment to enter traffic safely or be forced to wait a long time. It’s basic consideration. And they are safer: they remember their parents’ training to look both ways before crossing the street – regardless of whether they have the legal right of way. It is most often younger people who will stride obliviously across the crosswalk, earphones in ears, without bothering to look left or right, seemingly secure in the knowledge that they have the right of way, and that all cars will screech to a halt for them. These people act like they are the centres of the universe. If a driver happens to drive through the crosswalk in error, these youngsters are little able to avoid an accident because they are not looking at traffic, nor can they hear it with their headphones on. This self-centred behaviour will get them into an accident one day, and if it is a serious one, who cares what the traffic law says? It is still an accident that could have been avoided. Len Petry, Surrey
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Expropriation answers sought An open letter to Surrey council. When was the last time that each of you visited the Riverside Golf Centre, walked the course, spoke to locals playing golf or attempting to better their game and get some exercise hitting buckets of balls? Did you listen to any of these local residents before making the decision to destroy their constructive form of entertainment or did you just decide without any public input into putting this much-loved business out of business (Civic expropriation to close Riverside, Sept. 25)? Did you take the time to see the architectural plans the course’s owners had drawn up that would complement your decision, or did you just decide that expropriation was the easy way out? This is a public golf course. Does that not mean the public should be involved in your decision making? Why put a 50-year-old business – owned and operated by a longtime Surrey resident – out of business, when with a little give and take on your part, you could work together? We need some answers, folks. Dee Walmsley, Surrey
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‘Real change’ sought from above Editor: It’s always nice to be reminded of how financially well Canada’s big banks are doing. “Canadian banks rake in dough,” said the headline buried way too deep in a recent Vancouver newspaper. Apparently the country’s six big banks, including the Royal, TD, CIBC, BMO, Scotia and National netted themselves a whopping $35 billion in 2015. You could almost see the smile on his face when Royal Bank CEO David McKay said it’s the first time that a Canadian company has crossed the $10-billion mark. Hardly surprising that a bank would be the first to pull off such a feat, but there’s something very wrong if it can happen during a lengthy economic downturn,
and in the very same year that we just happened to find ourselves in a so-call technical recession. Perhaps this is something that our newly elected – and cash-strapped – Liberal government might want to have a look at. Because if they really are Canada’s middleclass champs, and future balanced-budget makers, then they must be willing to go places where political and corporate interests have been travelling in tandem for way too long. Places where plenty of economic stimulus and personal savings can easily be found. Only then can we hope to achieve the kind of “real change” that Prime Minister Trudeau had so passionately promised us during the campaign. John Freeman, White Rock
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Court appearances continue for a Langley man accused of assaulting a South Surrey senior in her home last summer. Stephen Thomas Morse appeared in Surrey Provincial Court by video last week, where the case was adjourned for a further three weeks. He is scheduled to return on Feb. 2. Morse has been in custody since Sept. 4, charged with aggravated sexual assault, forcible confinement, break-and-enter, robbery, disguise with intent and use of imitation firearm in connection with an Aug. 12 incident. In announcing an arrest in September, police described the crime as “repulsive.” It happened in the early afternoon and prompted police to issue a community warning.
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with projects in 19 countries around the Staff Reporter world – had been operating out of the local conservation group has found property since 2010 on a year-to-year lease a permanent home after being gifted agreement with the owners. an 18-acre heritage property in The volunteer-driven group has three South Surrey last month. main areas of focus in South The land and buildings at the Surrey – conservation science, 19353 16 Avenue property – valued environmental education and at $4.1 million – were donated to sustainable agriculture – and A Rocha Canada by the Neufeld Anderson said the property family, according to David donation will open many doors to Anderson, director of A Rocha’s expanding their current programs. Brooksdale Environmental Centre. “Being on title means we’re well “In the non-profit world, established to serve the wider these kinds of gifts come along communities around us for decades infrequently,� Anderson said, David Anderson to come,� Anderson said. “And noting the organization had been we’re here for the long haul.� A Rocha working with the Neufelds since The property – which Anderson 2008 when a representative of the described as “magnificent� – family first approached the organization includes three heritage buildings, a portion about utilizing the land. of the Little Campbell River, garden plots Prior to last month’s donation, A Rocha and a “substantial� forested area. – an international conservation group According to a news release from A Rocha
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He became certified as a facilitator in San Diego, and has A program aimed at helping been offering it privately for the people improve chronic health past year with a team that also conditions and reduce risk fac- includes a certified life coach and tors has received a Because Peo- personal trainer, a family doctor ple Matter grant from and nurse practitioner. Peace Arch Hospital Each program run and Community Health includes 18 sessions Foundation. (each 55 to 90 minutes The funds – $18,000 – in length) on chronic are enough to subsidize illness and risk-factor 30 people who could reduction, a series of otherwise not afford to blood draws, a body participate in the Comcomposition analysis, plete Health Implemenexercise and mindfultation Program. ness training, email supDr. Werner Spangehl Werner Spangehl port and a kit containing doctor first contacted Peace a water bottle, pedomeArch News about the ter, textbook, workbook “evidence-based health-improve- and recipe book. ment program” in late 2014, after Spangehl said he approached learning about CHIP during the the provincial health ministry American College of Lifestyle for support but was deferred to Medicine annual conference in the local health authority. Fraser San Diego. Health declined to back the proAt the time, he described it as gram, citing a determination that “the most effective health strat- “the same type of care” is already egy I have seen in my 25 years available. of clinical practice,” citing its “We’re not going to invest in the success in reducing risk factors, program at this time, we’re going reversing chronic conditions and to just enhance the programs restoring hope. and resources we have already,” Staff Reporter
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Surrey firefighters will lay one of their own to rest Sunday, following his death last month from presumptive lung cancer. Retired Surrey fire captain Randy Piticco died on Dec. 22. He was 61. Surrey fire Chief Len Garis described Piticco – who spent the last five years of his career at South Surrey’s Hall 17 – as a crucial part of the Surrey Fire Service. “He was one of those backbone guys of the department,” Garis said. “He was involved in prefire planning. He wasn’t that conspicuous other than the work that he did and the dedication he gave to the department.” Surrey Firefighters’ Association president Mike McNamara said Piticco was held in high regard by all who knew him. “There was just something about him,” McNamara told Peace Arch News Tuesday. “He was very polite and wellmannered, but you respected him. “Everyone that worked with him worked hard, because he worked hard.” Piticco’s passing was deemed a line-of-duty death, attributed – by agencies including WorkSafeBC – to carcinogens he was exposed to during his years as a firefighter. Piticco had worked for the Surrey Fire Service for 32 years. He retired in 2009. Longtime Surrey firefighter Dave Baird described Piticco as “a dedicated and hard-working leader in the fire service that a lot of us looked up to.” And he never smoked, Baird added.
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Retired Surrey firefighter Randy Piticco died on Dec. 22. “For him to get lung cancer is a real tragedy.” McNamara, whose father also worked with Piticco, said Piticco’s death has strengthened firefighters’ resolve to continue advocating for early screening for firefighters, something he said they’re often denied due to being deemed too young. “Early screening for firefighters is imperative. Somebody like Randy should never get lung cancer and pass away at 61,” he said. “When things like this happen, it really just brings it to the light, how important it is.” Hundreds of people are expected at Sunday’s service, which is to be held at the Bell Performing Arts Centre (6250 144 St.). A procession will get
underway at 3 p.m., followed by the service at 4 p.m. Piticco, McNamara noted, will arrive on a 1919 LaFrance fire truck – one he found as a child and that the Surrey Firefighters’ Association bought and restored. “If it wasn’t for him, we never would have had it,” McNamara said. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made “in memory of Randy Piticco” to the Langley Community Support Groups Society – Hope After Stroke. For online donations, the Surrey Fire Fighters’ Charitable Society will accept donations and redirect them to Hope After Stroke: www.surreyfirefighters. com/donate/ – with files from Kevin Diakiw
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or artist Taslim Samji, solutions to the most difficult problems can often be found in the simplest of answers. The Vancouver artist and writer is the guest curator of the current exhibition at the Newton Cultural Centre gallery. Called Commonality, it features the work of nine professional and emerging female artists, all of whom are Ismaili Muslims who have roots in East Africa, India or Pakistan – though all have called Canada home for decades. It’s a “slice” of a specific minority group, Samji says, who share their ideas, memories and inspiration through their contemporary artwork. But while the artists may represent what may be, to many, a segment of society they’re not entirely familiar with, Samji says people might be surprised. “It’s a shocker because what they see is the ideas these women are talking about are the same as other women of other cultures in Canada,” she says. “The more you look at diversity, the more you find that we are all interconnected. At the end of the day, we’re all people, we’re all part of this human species.” Samji curated an art show with six female Muslim artists a year ago in Burnaby, and discovered it was not just an eye-opener for non-Muslims, but for those within the Muslim community as well. “One thing I found is there is a lot of education that needs to be done within the Indo-Canadian community and external community about the Indo Canadian community. People sometimes tend to just lump all the Indo Canadians together.” The Newton exhibition, which continues until Jan. 30 at the gallery (13530 72 Ave.), features about 20 pieces of art, including paintings, drawings, sculpture and other mixed-media work. In addition to Samji and Sikh artist Kelly Kaur, who have collaborated on one piece, participating artists include Shazia’Ayn Babul, Naznin Virji-Babul, Sher Nasser, Yasmin P. Karim, Shamina Senaratne, Almas Alibhai and Leah McCullough. In the collaborative work with Kaur, Pages of Pluralism, Samji examines the Qur’an (Muslim holy book) and its quotes on humanity and peace, while Kaur does the same with the Guru Granth Sahib (Sikh holy book). The similarities, they found, were striking.
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hen Jeff Stewart steps onto the ice at South Surrey Arena Tuesday, he’ll be aiming to prove – to the legions of scouts and coaches watching from the bleachers – that he is worthy of a college scholarship. It is, for Stewart and the 39 other players from across the country who’ve been invited to the Canadian Junior Hockey League Prospects Game, a significant amount of pressure. But for the 17-year-old Stewart, who is in his rookie season with the Surrey Eagles, it’s something he’s used
to – he’s been trying to prove he belongs at the junior ‘A’ level all season long. “Each day I’ve just been out here working hard – in the gym and on the ice – to try and earn my spot on the roster, because I know there’s tough competition out there,” said Stewart, who played with the Valley West Hawks of the BC Major Midget League last season. So far, the Semiahmoo Minor Hockey alum has had no trouble fitting in. Though he’s just 17, he has the size – he’s listed at six-foot-three, 170 pounds – to play against older competition, and he’s been among the Eagles’
most consistent players all season, especially lately as he’s taken a more offensive-minded role in the absence of a number of veterans who’ve left the team in recent weeks. In 27 games, he has six goals and 14 assists, and is currently on a five-game point streak. His performance was enough to be selected for Tuesday’s prospects game – he’s one of nine BCHL players on Team West, which will face off against a squad of easternbased players, from Ontario, Quebec and the Maritimes. The game features the top 40 NHLdraft eligible prospects from junior ‘A’ leagues across the
country. Regardless of the outcome of Tuesday’s game, Eagles’ coach Blaine Neufeld is sure Stewart, a centre, has already impressed any scouts who’ve seen him play this season – or will in the future. “He’s been one of our most consistent forwards, and he’s really seized the opportunity lately with more playing time. He wants to learn, wants to get better – I think he has tremendous potential,” he said. “He’s going to be one of our key guys moving forward.” Garrett James photo Though his offensive abilities are apparent – he had 48 points in 37 Jeff Stewart will play Tuesday in i see page 18 the CJHL Prospects Game.
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‘I just wanted to prove that I could play here’ i from page 17 games last year with Valley West – Neufeld said he was originally impressed by Stewart because of his defensive abilities. “That’s why we originally brought him in – his reliability in his own zone,” Neufeld said. “And his work in the (defensive) zone has only gotten better as the season has gone on, and he’s still got room to grow.” Neufeld said part of Stewart’s growth this season can be attributed to team captain Paul McAvoy. “Jeff has a real good role model in Paul. They both play the same position, and they both challenge each other to be better. They have a good relationship.” Stewart agreed, and said he’s honed the finer points of his game simply by watching the 19-year-old McAvoy, a Kentucky native who is also in his first year in South Surrey. “I’ve really learned a lot – learned things about how to improve on face-offs, small stuff like that. I just watch him work hard in practice, and off the ice – he’s got a great work ethic, and I just try to match it,” said Stewart, who was a first-round pick by the Kelowna Rockets in the 2013 Western Hockey League bantam draft. Though the season hasn’t gone according to plan for the Eagles – they sit last in the BCHL standings – the team’s struggles haven’t dampened Stewart’s resolve, nor his excitement of playing for his hometown team. It hasn’t discouraged him in his quest for an NCAA scholarship, either. “I played minor hockey at Semiahmoo, and I grew up watching the Eagles, going to all the games, so it was a great honour to finally get the chance to play for the
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In his rookie season in the BCHL, Jeff Stewart has impressed at both ends of the ice. team I grew up watching,” he said. “I just want to do whatever it takes to help our team win.” Now more than halfway through his rookie season, Stewart also admits he feels more comfortable on the ice – whether in his team’s regular-season games, or in a high-profile showcase event like Tuesday’s prospects game. “Before the season, I just wanted to prove to myself that I could play in this league, and play at this calibre. Now that I’ve been here a little bit, maybe getting to a scholarship has become a little bit more
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To buy or not to buy, that is often the question when it comes to the housing market. According to the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board, 2015 was the second highest year for property sales in Fraser Valley’s history, with the total dollar volume of MLS sales setting a record at $12.1 billion. When asked his thoughts on the "buy or wait" debate for homebuyers, Bob de Wit, CEO, Greater Vancouver Home Builders' Association says, “I would buy now [as] interest rates will never be this low again.” Buyers are more likely to find a ground-oriented home for sale under a half million dollars in areas like Surrey, Delta, Langley, White Rock, and Maple Ridge, where the last larger available land parcels not in the agricultural land reserve are located. These cities also feature the most cost-competitive condominium projects, says de Wit, particularly those that are near rapid transit, like Central City in Surrey and Coquitlam Centre in Coquitlam. “There are plenty of accessibly priced condominiums in every community, even Vancouver, but for those wanting to be closer to the ground in a single-
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Those townhouse developments, especially the ones closer to Vancouver on the east side of the city, are particularly hot. “It’s not uncommon for developers to receive calls from prospective buyers before marketing begins, solely on the rumour that a new development is coming,” he says. “It’s definitely a unique time for builders.” Consumers are recognizing the long-term value of property
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Fraser Valley real estate in hot demand throughout 2015 SURREY, BC – Fraser Valley real estate experienced its strongest year in a decade in 2015. This was the second highest year for property sales in Fraser Valley’s history, just shy of the region’s previous sales high in 2005. The Board’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) processed 21,095 sales in 2015, 33 per cent more than the 15,840 sales in 2014, and 0.9 per cent fewer than the 21,282 sales in 2005. The total dollar volume of MLS® sales was a record setting $12.1 billion, four billion more than was sold in 2014.
of our communities, in some instances more than doubling 2014’s sales.” Sales during December were the highest for that month in Fraser Valley’s history. The Board processed 1,543 sales, an increase of 44 per cent compared to December of 2014. December’s total inventory in the Fraser Valley was 4,280 active listings; 33 per cent fewer than were available in December 2014.
Jorda Maisey, President of the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board, attributes 2015’s market strength to a strong economy elevating consumer housing demand.
The MLS® Home Price Index benchmark price of a detached home in December was $672,400, an increase of 17.3 per cent compared to December of last year when it was $573,100. The MLS® HPI benchmark price of townhouses increased 9.6 per cent going from $293,500 in December of last year to $321,800 last month. The benchmark price of apartments was $204,900, an increase of 7.3 per cent compared to $191,100 in December 2014.
“The Fraser Valley has always appealed to consumers looking for competitive pricing and a diverse range of housing options.
Maisey adds, “The market remains buoyant, and with very low inventory currently there is tremendous opportunity for sellers.
“Last year shows that consumers recognize the long-term value of property ownership in the Fraser Valley, particularly valuing the single family home, which they recognize is becoming a limited commodity. Sales of single family detached increased across all
For buyers finding it challenging in their search, REALTORS® are recommending they consider a variety of housing options and communities they may not have considered. There’s a lot of choice out there, you just need to know where to look.”
In contrast, the Board received a typical volume of new listings in 2015 – 30,998 – comparable to the average over the last ten years, set at 31,296 new listings.
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16515 - 10TH AVENUE • SOUTHBROOKE 19 customized homes being built by Genex. Three storeys including walk-out basement, all finished. Prices start at $1,045,000. Susan Vollmer 604-541-4888 RE/MAX Colonial Pacific Realty Ltd. #303 - 1378 GEORGE STREET • OFFERED AT $429,000 OCEAN VIEWS, sunny & bright sw top floor corner 2 bed/2 full bath, 1177sf fully renovated! H/W floors, California shutters, granite counters, SS appliances, super sized master bdrm/insuite laundry, etc! Walk to downtown WR, fabulous location, easy access to shops, transit, school, etc! All ages welcome, pets with restric/1 parking/storage. Austin Takahashi, 604-897-4171 Sutton Group West Coast Realty
#206 - 1554 GEORGE STREET • WHITE ROCK • $226,500 Wonderful, bright, southwest corner condo! Large 1000+ sq.ft. 2 bdrm. unit features great floor plan with huge rooms. Beautiful laminate flooring, a spacious living room with gas fireplace opens to a balcony to enjoy park-like southwest exposure. Michael Advertise Williams 604-531-1111 HomeLife on the real estate Benchmark Realty Corp.
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Family and friends of Nelly.... We will be gathering to celebrate her life on January 30, 2016 at 2pm in the social room of Adagio 1, 15360-20 Ave, Surrey. Parking available on street and at Sunnyside Community Hall, one block south on 154 St.
GARRETT Gwendoline Peggy (Gwen) June 17, 1918 - December 24, 2015 Our wonderful Mum, Gramma, and Great Gramma passed away peacefully at home with her family on Christmas Eve. At 97½ years of age, she didn’t quite make her goal of 100, but was grateful for every minute of her long and happy life. Mum lived simply, loved fully and was completely happy with, and grateful for, everything she had. She was a role model for us all. Born in England, Mum was a nurse in a children’s hospital before coming to Vancouver as a war bride to our father, Walter Henry Garrett (deceased 1981), after World War II. They settled in Richmond early in their marriage and moved to South Surrey in 1969. Devoted to and immensely proud of her grandchildren and her two great-grandsons, Mum was also an adoptive gramma to all the neighbourhood children, who knew her as Gramma Garrett or Grammie Gwen. She gave them all an abundance of love along with her famous mac and cheese. Loving and selfless to the end, she will be greatly missed by her surviving family: her three children, Beverley (Andrew) Black, Bretton Garrett, and Christine (Brian) Charles; six grandchildren David, Brian, and Lindsey Black; Courtney, Tanner, and Kendall Charles; and two great-grandsons William Black and Brooks Charles. One of eight siblings, Mum is also survived by one sister, Mrytle Watsham, and by many nephews, nieces and other relatives in England. The family would like to thank her wonderful doctor, Dr. Arja Moreau, the Fraser Health nurses and all the other caregivers who provided such caring assistance at the end of her life. At her request, no funeral service will be held. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of your choice.
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Donald James Alexander of Surrey, B.C. was promoted to glory on January 15, 2016. Born Nov. 15, 1946 in Vancouver, he moved to Surrey as a boy. In 1975, he married his wife Gerda and started Alexander’s Tree Service, settling in Surrey where he has been raising his family and serving local tree care needs for the last 40 years. Don will be dearly missed by his wife Gerda; daughters Elisabeth, Vida, Judy, and Christina; Christina’s husband Kyle; grandchildren Sarah & Simeon; sisters Anonda and Judy; brothers Jerry, Mike, and Falcon; nieces and nephews, extended family, friends, and the family of God. He is predeceased by his parents John & Sybil, and brother Johnny. As a young man, Don experienced the life-changing power of God, which made him the generous, kind, man of integrity so many came to love and appreciate. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2016 at 2:00 pm at Living Word Fellowship, 2623 272nd Street, Aldergrove, BC. Rather than flowers, please hug a tree, plant a tree, or donate to a charity of your choice. For online Condolences please visit: www.valleyviewsurrey.ca
Browne (Anthony) Phyllis Muriel June 23, 1924 - January 15, 2016 It is with sadness we announce our Mom’s passing. ‘Nanny Browne’ to her grandchildren and ‘Philly’ to the many that loved her, she will be dearly missed. She was predeceased by her husband Bob, in 2000. Phyllis was the daughter of White Rock pioneer Alan Anthony and she lived in the area for most of her life. Philly graduated from Semiahmoo High School, which was built at Five Corners in White Rock on land that her father made available to the city for that purpose. She served in the Canadian Women’s Auxiliary Air Force in Saskatoon during WWII. Mom was active in the community with a particular interest in the White Rock Swim Club. She was instrumental in helping to bring the first indoor pool to the South Surrey area. For her efforts she was awarded a lifetime pass to the pool and for many years was a fixture there, swimming her morning laps. Phyllis and Bob shared a passion for the game of golf. They were longtime members at Hazelmere Golf and Country Club where she was a regular with the ladies’ club. Phyllis was renowned for her cooking, baking (from scratch!), knitting, painting and gardening. She was an accomplished seamstress. Her humour was as warm as it was politically incorrect. Philly is survived by her daughters Patricia and Elizabeth (Doug) and her son Bob (Wendy), her seven grandchildren and one great grandchild, plus many extended family members and friends. Thanks to the hardworking staff of OP West at Morgan Heights for their kind and compassionate care in Philly’s latter years.
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INTERNATIONAL HERBS (BC) Ltd growers of fresh herbs and vegetables located in Surrey, British Columbia is looking for 30 SEASONAL FARM LABOURERS Duties will incl (but are not limited to) the following: Seeding, Planting, Weeding, Harvesting, Processing & Packaging. Ability to operate farm machinery is an asset. No skills or prior exp. required. Hourly pay is $10.49. Work begins March 20th. Please apply in person, (only between 9am-4pm) at 4151 184th St. Surrey.
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Mature person to work with Seniors in a S. Surrey Care home. Must have exp with rollers etc. 3 weekdays per week. (604)420-9339
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MOHINDER Ent. Ltd. (Surrey) seeks FT Farm Workers. $10.60/hr, 50H/w. Feb 1-Nov 30. outdoor duties inc: weeding, pruning, harvest, planting. paul@radicalblueberry.com
EXPERIENCED LANE CLOSURE Tech’s and Traffic Control people req’d. immediately. 604-746-4613 or email Traffic_King@shaw.ca
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Advertising Sales Consultant The Peace Arch News has an opening for an advertising consultant. By joining White Rock / South Surrey's number one community print and online newspaper, you can develop a rewarding career in advertising and marketing while contributing to one of the Lower Mainland's most vibrant communities. The team environment at the Peace Arch News will inspire you to the highest level of customer partnership and reward your motivated approach to excellence. You should be a strong communicator, well organized, self motivated and enjoy working in a fast-pace environment. Previous media sales experience is preferred. A car and a valid driver's license are required. The Peace Arch News is part of Black Press, Canada's largest private independent newspaper company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in BC, Alberta, Washington, Ohio, California and Hawaii. Please send your resume with cover letter by Friday, February 5, 2016 to:
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RCA Opportunities in South Okanagan Multiple positions – IMMEDIATE AVAILABILITY Ever wanted to work in the beautiful South Okanagan and leave the stresses of a big city behind? Here’s a unique opportunity to RELOCATE to the lakeside, resort community of Summerland, conveniently situated between Kelowna and Penticton, and join the team at Summerland Seniors Village, our state-of-the-art seniors’ home. • Immediate openings for quali¿ed Resident Care Aides (RCAs) available: full time/part time, permanent/ temporary/casual • For selected candidates, transportation expenses from the Lower Mainland will be paid. On-site rental accommodation available* • Competitive wages, extended medical bene¿ts (for all ‘regular’ positions For a more details and to submit your resume for consideration, please visit our website IMMEDIATELY at www.retirementconcepts.com/careers. While we appreciate all applications, please note only those short-listed will be contacted. (*Conditions apply). Retirement Concepts is an equal opportunity employer.
Power sweeping/power scrubbing and pressure washing. Must be hard working with a good attitude. Burnaby Based. Must be avail to work nights and weekends. Good driving record & abstract required Experience & air ticket beneficial. Email: jobs@atlasg.net or Fax: 604-294-5988
Shifts: Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm
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Must have cashier experience Grade 12 Math is an asset.
All interested candidates must present their resume in person Monday-Friday, 10am-3pm to:
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15223 Russell Ave. White Rock (No phone calls please)
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the Surrey Leader and the Surrey Now. Part-time, small vehicle required. Door to Door Delivery, Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays.
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Pressroom Helpers/ Stackers
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We have several openings for Press Helpers/ Stackers at our Delta location. Preference given to those with experience in this field, but is not necessary. Shifts are 12 hours/3 shifts per week or 9.5 hours/4 shifts per week. Must be willing to work nights and weekends. References required. Starting wage is $14.31/hr. Interested applicants should email their resume and references to Linda Wischoff at: lwischoff@blackpress.ca Competition closes: February 10, 2016 We thank all those who are interested in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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The HCOS SE Dept needs a CARE Team Associate to work with our special needs students and their families in the Lower Mainland. Approx 20 hrs./week, starting at $20/hr. Detailed job description & online application form can be found at: www.onlineschool.ca Click About Us, then Scroll To Careers at HCOS
Foreman / Gardener Required F/T in Surrey with exp. in garden maintenance. Pruning, lawn maintenance & bed work. A valid driver’s license & local references required. Must have good English skills. No seasonal layoffs. Snow removal experience & pesticide license an asset. *Benefit package after 3 months.* WAGE: $20- $24/HOUR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE. Leave message \ fax resume:
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CAREER FAIR Work for an established software development company without the downtown commute
JANUARY 27 FROM 5:00 PM- 7:30 PM 20486-64TH AVENUE, SUITE 200, LANGLEY
With over 800 employees around the world, TMW Systems, 35 years in business, is very proud of the continuous growth and employee retention that reflects a company doing so many things right!
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Business Analyst Client Operations Support Analyst Project Manager EDI Developer Analyst Database Administrator/Developer QA Analysts Software Developers Crystal Reports Developers Implementation/Training Specialist
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Wanted Heavy Industrial Sales Representative Required for Western Canadian lubricants co. to call on mining, railroads, concrete & cement. High travel. Should have B.Sc. or B.Eng. or Dip.T. and sales experience. Salary of up to $100K for the right individual, plus 10% commission, benefits, car and expenses.
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Child & Youth Care Worker
FROM DAY 1 OF EMPLOYMENT AT TMW SYSTEMS WE OFFER: • Extended Healthcare benefits • Insurance & Savings Plans • 20 days Paid Time Off [PTO] + 10 paid Holidays per calendar year • Discounted Employee Trimble Stock Purchase Plan • New office space with great amenities • Collaborative culture • Challenging projects • Health & Wellness Program • Monthly massage • Daily casual dress
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CLEANING LADY ~ reliable, prof., will clean your home, office. 10 years exp. Reasonable rates. Excellent references. 778-960-9865
Management Position Motivational and Creative Strong in Sales and Client Development Experienced Leader and Team Trainer Fashion Stylist and Merchandiser If you love Plus-Size Fashions... Please Apply:
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Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.
• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries
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Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...
Kristy 604.488.9161
threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca .computer service
We are looking for an energetic sales associate for a part time position (3-4 days per week). Must be familiar with Apple Computers, be a quick learner & be able to provide exceptional service to our loyal customers in a fun & fast paced environment. Must be available some evenings, weekends and holidays.
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BE A PRODUCT SAMPLER BC’s largest, most reputable demo company is hiring Contract Demonstrators for 6 - 10 days a month in local grocery stores. Who are you: • A reliable, mature adult • Man/woman, senior/retiree • A go-getter who loves people • Can work on your own • Enjoy simple cooking When do we need you: • Fri./Sat. &/or Sun. 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (available all 3 days) What do you need: • English reading & writing • Stand unaided 6-7 hr/day • Car is a must to carry supplies • Well groomed & bondable • Carry table & supplies • Food Safe to be obtained Training: • North Burnaby Pay: • $11.50/hr. per hour to start
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Atlas Power Sweeping - Sweeper Operators (Air Ticket) - Water Truck Drivers (Class 3) - Labourers (Driver License) - Night Owl needed for sweeping
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In-Home Caregiver req for 93 old elderly lady. F/T. White Rock area. $17.50/hr. Exp./flex schedule a must. Responsible for her safety and well being during working hours. catherinefox93@yahoo.ca
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Fabricator / Welder The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!
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The LCG has a well established in-house fabrication department that is responsible for manufacturing a large amount of concrete mould equipment, machine components and other related products which are used in the daily production of quality precast concrete products.
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
Abilities; • Use excellent interpersonal communication skills to work closely and cooperatively with Vice-President of Manufacturing, Senior/Production Coordinators, and other welders • Prioritize project requirements, multi task, while staying focused on the project on hand. • Work from blue prints, CAD drawings, and concept drawings. • Accuracy and attention to detail in both work and appearance. • Strong practical welding skills and proven ability to fabricate structural form work or related items.
LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca
SEMI-RETIRED contractor will do small concrete jobs. Patio’s, sidewalks, driveway’s. Re & re old or damaged concrete. Ken 604-307-4923
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PSB DRYWALL LTD.★ All Boarding, Taping, Framing & Texture. Insured work. Dump Removal Service. 604-762-4657 / 778-246-4657
FLATTEN POPCORN CEILINGS Update your home with beautiful flat ceilings * No Scraping * No Sanding * No Mess CALL FRIENDLY BENJAMIN 604-230-7928
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YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899 ELECTRICIAN - Dana Thompson Over 24yrs exp. Res/Comm. Free est. Bonded. #14758 604-353-1519
OUR COMPANY OFFERS:
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Expert In Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting • Panel Upgrades • Reno’s * Guart. Work * Licensed * Bonded * BBB Approved ~ No job too small ~
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APPLIANCE REPAIRS
604-720-9244 Peace Arch Appliance
Please e-mail resume, including cover letter & references: HR@ langleyconcretegroup.com
INDUSTRIAL distribution company located on Annacis Island is seeking a part time A/R clerk(English/French) for the Accounting Department. Must speak and write both languages.Minimum 4 hours a day 5 days a week. Will turn into full time within 6 months.Please send your resume to glhfresume@gmail.com
Service to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers & dishwashers. Reasonable. Also Appliance Removal Call Mark (604)536-9092
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All Electrical. Low Cost. Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062
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Requirements: • Minimum 3-5 years practical work / welding exp. preferably in a manufacturing setting • Min. “C” level welding training, Red seal Fabricator / Fitter preferred • Valid BC driver’s license and reliable transportation • Project portfolio and pictures 1.) Attractive salary and benefits including extended health, life insurance, critical illness insurance, employee assistance program, etc. 2.) Supportive, Engaged Atmosphere With Change Minded Management Group. 3.) Future personal growth and development program.
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DETAILED EUROPEAN CLEANING.
Efficient, Reliable, Friendly, Bonded Excellent References with 20 yrs of experience. Call Ivet: 778-235-4070
E & M MAINTENANCE WINDOW WASHING D Windows Out & In D Gutters cleaned In & Out D Pressure Washing D Serving W. Rock for over 30 yrs D Lic. & WCB insured. D Free Est. Seniors Discount
Eric 604-541-1743 CURLY’S CLEANING. $25/hr. Email Nicole @ nicolevv@live.ca or for more info call, (778)686-4523 FOR ALL YOUR Cleaning Needs Wkly, bi-wkly, monthly. Exc rates. 20 Yrs exp. Jane (604)831-0765 .aaa lawn 604-542-1349
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MOVING & STORAGE
SUPREME HEDGES
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• #1 Hedge Trim • #1 Pruning • #1 Tree Cutting • #1 Clean Up & Removal Free Estimates!
Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip. Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men BIG OR SMALL MOVES Start $45/hr ~ All size trucks Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca
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PLUMBING
Service to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers & dishwashers. Reasonable. Also Appliance Removal Call Mark (604)536-9092
AFFORDABLE MOVERS
Excavators, Backhoes, Bobcats & Dump Trucks for hire
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2 Wheel foldable HANDICAP WALKER like new, $60. Also canes available. Call: (604)535-8199
Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
DRESSER; Large 6 drawer Ikea dresser, dark colour, $80. Call: (604)535-8199
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
604-537-4140
HANDYMAN CONNECTION HANDYMAN CONNECTION Handyman Connection - Bonded -Renovations - Installations Repairs - 604.878.5232
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F Grass cutting - 1-4 x month F Hedge Trimming & Pruning F Winter Clean-up
Per Molsen 604-575-1240
Insured ~ WCB Over 25 yrs Exp.
APPLEWOOD RENOS. All flooring and Full Bath Renos. Fully Insured. Call John, (604)779-0370
*Free Estimate *Seniors Discount
South Surrey Renovations
Call 778-245-5006
~ No job too small ~
551
GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
283A
FULL RENOVATIONS Including Kitchens, Bathrooms, Man Caves & Basement Suites “ Let’s us fix what someone else tried to fix. “
AT YOUR SERVICE. Carpentry, Concrete, Painting, Rubbish Removal. Call Dave (604)999-5056 • All Interior Work • Tiles • Trim • Washrooms • Plumbing • Painting * Experienced * Reliable Roger 604-679-0779
HOME IMPROVEMENTS Handyman from Newfoundland
Honest, reliable, quality work at good prices. Fully insured. Bathroom repairs, reno’s, taps + sink, shower, tiling, flooring laminate. Painting, drywalling, basement reno’s, door & window trim, baseboard, back splashes, cabinets, range hoods, fence & deck repair + replace, pressure washing & more. Call Robert 778-227-7779
3 rooms $299
Commercial • Residential
www.paintitfixit.ca EXP. CARPENTER / HANDYMAN All types of work! No job too small! Over 20 yrs exp! Ed 778-888-8603 CONCRETE FORMING, FRAMING & SIDING. 604.218.3064
All Rubbish, Junk & Recycling needs.
Free Estimates
Call Sunny,778-893-1786
Johnson
GEE-BEE Ent.Ltd Best Quality and Service in House Painting. New and Repaints. Drywall Repairs.Carpentry Repairs. Fast and Reliable Service.George cell#604-813-5057
778-999-2803
EXTRA CHEAP JUNK RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free! (778)997-5757
WCB INSURED
288
A1 BATH RENO’S. Bsmt Suites, Drywall, Patios, Plumbing, Siding, Fencing, Roofing, Landscaping, etc. Joe 604-961-9937.
BBB, WCB & LIABILITY Cell 604-837-6699
BRICKSTONEMASONRYLTD.COM Family owned and operated 40 years experience All types of brick and stonework Free estimate call Dick 604-230-9457
320
MOVING & STORAGE
1-4 Bedroom • Internals •• Small & Big Moves • Internals SingleItems Items •• Packing •• Single Packing Supplies Supplies s r
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Brads Junk Removal.com. Same Day Service. Affordable Rates! 604.220.JUNK (5865)
REPAINT SPECIALIST
311 MASONRY & BRICKWORK
Doors, Casings, Walls, Baseboards, Ceiling Repairs - Painting. Finishing available. rene.s@telus.net
FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1973
MISC. WANTED
Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms WE BUY RECORDS & BOOKS
Hemingway’s ~ 33765 Essendene Ave 604-855-1894 hemibooks@yahoo.com
526A
$499 & UNDER
JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
ABIAN RUBBISH REMOVAL
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 2 coats any colour
Cloverdale High Performance paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.
Men’s right hand Taylor RBZ Irons. 4/2GW right hand, reg flex graphite. ($1500 new). $450. 604-538-8499
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
PROMPT & RELIABLE. Free Estimates. (604)897-3423
www.BBmoving.ca 338 287
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
PLUMBING
372
KIWANIS PARK PLACE 12850 26th Ave. Surrey 55+ Crescent Beach
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.
Home Plumbing Service WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT SPECIALISTS
Designing and renovating new kitchens, bathrooms, basements, house make-overs and additions
Call for FREE in-home consultation In-house design team and cabinet shop Showroom: Unit 62 - 15515 24th Ave. (at King George Blvd.) Tel: 604-538-9622
www.mpbconstruction.com
*Same Day Service *$200 FortisBC Rebate
RENTALS
*BBB: A+ Rating *Firm Quotes
Call (604) 542-4663 www.homeplumbingservice.ca
A Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber Furnaces, Boilers, Hot Water Heating, Hotwater Tanks, Drain/Duct Cleaning & Plumbing Jobs.
706
. Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 .Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
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TILING
APARTMENT/CONDO ACTIVE SENIOR
A-1 Ceramics, Marble, Glass blocks Install/Repair. Res./Comm. 20 yrs exp. Peter’s Tile 604-209-0173
1 Bdrm & 2 Bdrms. Well maintained Concrete High Rise in White Rock close to shopping.
PETS
Swimming Pool & All Amenities.
✭ 604-312-7674 ✭ ✭ 604-507-4606 ✭ 477
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 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
UTILITIES INCLUDED. NS/NP
Call 604-538-5337 SOUTH SURREY- 2nd Ave. & 176th (truck crossing) 500sf. coach house. Like new condition. 1 bdrm. W/D D/W, laminate floors. $900 incls. cbl. (300 channels) Wi-Fi, utils. Available Now. No pets! N/S Call: (604)312-5763
Homelife Pen. Property 604-536-0220
Clean, cozy 1 bdrm apts. Close to Crescent Beach, park and transit, easy transit to White Rock shopping, N/S N/P. Pick your floor and rent. 1st - $766; 2nd - $794; 3rd- $821; 4th - $838. Call Lisa to view-604-538-9669 www.kiwanisparkplace.com
Skyline Apts White Rock Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms Call for Availability White Rock, Live-In Manager Hot Water & u/g parking incl.
Call 604-536-8499 www.cycloneholdings.ca
SOUTH SURREY Behind Choices Market Fully renovated 800sf. 1 bdrm. 1 full bath. New paint, new kitchen, new laminate floors. Gas Stove. Carpet in bedroom. Lots of storage. Private entry. Lots of parking. In suite front load W/D. $900 incls. utils. Available February 15. No pets! N/S Close to transit, amenities and Hwy. 99 Call: 604-488-9161
.Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244.
741
Call 604-536-0379 WHITE ROCK, 14884 North Bluff Res. Avail Feb 1st. Clean, bright 1 bdrm suite. Heat, water, prkg, storage & balcony included. $900/mo. N/S, N/P. Call (604)360-1403.
OFFICE SPACES 2nd floor office space 301 sq/ft
*WHITE ROCK SQUARE 1480 Foster Street 519 sq/ft & 647 sq/ft 604-536-5639 to view/rates
750
A quiet “non smoking” clean apt. Walk to all amenities, tennis courts, Soft ball City, pool, park, beach and on bus route. Refs and lease required. Sorry no pets allowed. Phone for additional info and appt.
SUITES, LOWER
$1200 - 2 bdrm bsmnt suite with lrge mstr bdrm, strge space. Inclds utilities and internet. Clse to Choices, Sbucks & kids park. @Winter Cres & 147A St. Contact Paul: 604 446 5400 WHITE ROCK 5 yr old, 3 bdrm grnd lvl. 5 Min walk to pier. Good cond. $1500 incl util/lndry. 604-720-8655
WHITE ROCK 1 bdrm apt in the heart of White Rock
OFFICE/RETAIL
*ROSEMARY CENTRE 3388 Rosemary Hts Cres.
~ Fir Apartments ~ 1455 Fir St WHITE ROCK 1 Bdrm units avail now Heat & hot wtr incl. Swimming pool & rec room On site mgr
751
SUITES, UPPER
S.Surrey 20th/176, 3 bdrm upper flr with lge sunroom. $1500/mo. Avail now. 604-581-6131, 604-531-3713
TRANSPORTATION 818
CARS - DOMESTIC
Call 604-538-5085 White Rock 1 bdrm apt million $$ oceanview semi/unfurn, lge & spacious, $1200m. N/S. email: lornajwalsh@gmail.com
1991 BUICK PARK AVE, white, 4 dr sedan, 219,000 kms, great shape. $1500 firm. 604-538-4883
WHITE ROCK. Lrg 1 bdrm ste adult bldg, 1 prkg, near shops. Incl heat & hotwtr. NP/NS Call 604-596-9977
WHITE ROCK SUNSET VILLA
1999 SUBARU LEGACY AWD Well maintained, automatic, 270K. With recent head gasket & timing belt. Trailer hitch, 4 snow tires on rims. Excellent condition! Recently retired. Make an offer. 604-340-1512.
$950 incls. HEAT & H/W.
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
WHITE ROCK. Sunny & bright 1 bdrm suite. Inc heat & prkg. NS/NP Avail. now. 604-535-0925
Large 1 Bedroom D/W in unit. Concrete building.
SUNDECKS
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005
HOMES FOR RENT
Call: 604-363-4631
REAL ESTATE
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls
604-536-6620
563
www.paintspecial.com
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B & B MOBILE SERVICES
4416 KEYCHAINS, new in orig. package + 5 new Keychain racks. $2800/firm. (778)239-9517
Call today to set up an appointment 604-467-9232
RENE’S SPRAY & BRUSH PAINTING 778-855-5361 Danish Quality
778-322-2378 Lower Mainland 604-996-8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for over 12yrs
MISC. FOR SALE
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.
Ticketed Painter. N/S. In Business 25 Yrs. A+ Rating
HANDYMAN Home Repair Services - 45 Yrs Exp Call or Text Henry 604-868-5441
Kitchen furniture, couches, chairs, beds, outdoor furniture, mens right hand golf clubs, and much more.
Have Unwanted Firearms?
AJM PAINTING
HOME REPAIRS
939 ~ 161B St. S. Sry
560
736
1 Bdrm $905/mo IN WELL MAINTAINED NEWLY UPDATED BUILDING. Heat, hot water and secured u/g parking stalls included. No pets, No smoking.
GARAGE SALES
BUYING ESTATE JEWELRY, ANTIQUES, WW1 & WW2 MEDALS, STERLING SILVER FLATWARE, Ivory, Coins, Old Collectibles, Gold Jewellery... $$ CASH PAID $$ Call 604-417-2177
Vincent 543-7776
MOVING? 604-889-8424
• Respectful • Reliable • Responsible • Affordable Rates
on re-painting or
Member of Better Business Bureau
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
• Painting • Renovations • Repairs
Residential / Commercial
20% discount
HOME REPAIR, CARPENTRY & DESIGN
287
Always Reddy Rubbish Removal
~ PRO PAINTERS ~ INTERIOR / EXTERIOR Quality Work, Free Estimates
Retired Firefighter Handyman
Helping Seniors My Specialty 604 - 916 - 0739
FUEL
9am ~ 5pm.
Re-Paint Specialist 15 Years Experience Interior/Exterior, stucco painting.
APARTMENT/CONDO
1321 Foster St.
Sat & Sun Jan 23rd & 24th
PRISM PAINTING CO.
.Russells Rubbish Removal 604-787-7355 White Rock / South Surrey
RENTALS
CRESTWOOD MANOR
DOWNSIZING SALE!
Mark (604) 657-2424
HANDYPERSONS
✔ Minor electrical & plumbing ✔ Painting ✔ Landscaping ✔ Fence & Drywall Repairs ✔ Custom woodwork ✔AutoCAD design specialist
706
.Hayden Painting 778-229-0236 Family Owned & Operated Ryan 778.229.0236
www.southsurreyrenovations.com
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
UNDER $200
ALDER, BIRCH, MAPLE MIX. Cut up to 16’’ lengths, split, seasoned, ready to burn. $260 a 4 x 4 x 8 cord delivered. Call 604-339-9077
CONTRACT OR HOURLY FREE ESTIMATES 28 YEARS IN BUSINESS
ELECT SERVICES Full Landscape & Maintenance Services
545
European Quality Workmanship
Call Joe 604-220-4442
524
RATTAN: large, white 4 pce patio set with cushions. Good condition. $140. Call: 604-535-8189.
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR
20% off Regular Lawn Maint.
Hedge Trimming ~ Disposal
RUBBISH REMOVAL
Repairs & Reno’s, Sundecks & Additions, New Homes
10% off with this ad
Tree Pruning, Topping & Removal
New Italian made Knee Brace. Size 40-41. Cost $200. Selling for $65 Call: (604)535-8199
.604.536.2216 www.bhserviceplumbing.org
RENTALS
UNDER $100
From $45/Hr.
1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1-3 Men
TOPSOIL & GRAVEL
APPLIANCES Peace Arch Appliance
~We accept Visa & Mastercard~
Jay 604-857-1959
Comm/Res, Free Estimates.
506
604 - 720 - 2009
*Seniors Disc. *Insured *28 yrs.
604-531-5935
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
1 block from Semiahmoo Mall. Available January 1
Call for appt to view 778.878.0782
736
HOMES FOR RENT
3000 sq ft rancher in Ocean Park available now for rent until July 1, with possible monthly rental into summer. 4bdrm, 2.5 bath, large backyard (pool). $3000/month plus utilities. Pet friendly. Call 604-8129180 OCEAN PARK; custom 4300 sq.ft. home, semi furn’d. 4 bdrm, 5 baths. NP/NS. $6000/mo. (604)542-0342
2007 VW GOLF RABBIT white 5/spd manual, many options, 120K. $5800 firm. 604-538-9257
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
The Scrapper
WHITE ROCK-1000sf. 3 bdrm. 1/2 blk. to beach & shops. Older style quaint home. Newer paint & carpet. Incls. W/D. 3 car prkg. $1350 small pet OK. Avail. Now / 604.418.6654 WHITE ROCK Oceanview FURN nr #99 & beach, 2 bdrm, garage, ns/np. Feb. 1. $2400 604-220-9188 #1 FREE Scrap Vehicle REMOVAL ~~ ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT ~~ $$$ PAID FOR SOME. 604.683.2200
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