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Jason Brewer facing life sentence for Dec. 31, 2012 stabbing death of 40-year-old Cole Manning M O N I Q U E TA M M I N G A Tim e s Re po r t e r

A 27-year-old Langley man has been found guilty of stabbing a friend to death on New Year’s Eve 2012. On Jan. 28, a B.C. Supreme Court judge found Jason Terrence Brewer guilty of second-degree murder in the death of Cole Manning, 40, who was found dead in Brewer’s basement suite on the Surrey-Langley border. A second-degree murder conviction carries an automatic sentence of life in prison. A judge will set his parole eligibility at a later date. He appears next on Feb. 11. During the trial, the court heard Manning had gone to Brewer’s house, where Manning was stabbed to death. His bloodied, naked body was found face down on Brewer’s bed. Brewer never denied killing Manning, but pleaded not guilty, testifying his actions were self-defence. Brewer stabbed Manning almost two dozen times, leaving a kitchen knife in the victim’s neck. Toxicology reports showed Manning had no drugs or alcohol in his system at the time of his death.

Brewer fled his basement suite and met with a longtime friend, confessing what he had done. That friend called 911. Brewer sent several text messages before his arrest, some to his then-girlfriend. Still, police had to track Brewer’s cellphone activity to find him. He was arrested nearly eight hours after the murder. The murder was not Brewer’s first crime. In 2009, he was convicted of deliberately driving into oncoming traffic, causing a six-vehicle crash on Highway 10 that left two people with permanent injuries. At the time, he was already on probation for robbing a Langley Mac’s store. His mom posted bail but revoked it after he assaulted her with a knife. Brewer originally pleaded guilty in the crash, saying he was trying to commit suicide. However, he appealed to retract his guilty plea and won. A judge later found him guilty anyway, sentencing him to prison for five years.

Alcohol, speed suspected in single-vehicle crash MO N I Q U E TA M M I N G A Ti m e s Re po r t e r

Alcohol and speed may have been factors in a serious single-vehicle crash on Saturday night, when a pickup truck became airborne, landing in a ditch below in the westbound lanes of the freeway in Langley. Around 8:45 p.m., it’s believed a 53-year-old Abbotsford man was driving at a high rate of speed westbound on Township Line Road when he failed

to negotiate a turn, said Langley RCMP. The road curves to run parallel to the freeway. The 2003 GMC Sierra landed in the ditch below at the westbound lanes of the freeway, near 272 Street. The cab and bed of the truck were separated by the force of the impact. The lone occupant was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries, said police. His condition is unknown.

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Artist’s conceptual drawings show what a proposed new development in Fort Langley might look like if it were built to two storeys (left) or three storeys (right). The three-storey option includes plans for a a boutique hotel with a small lobby bar.

First look at options for Fort Langley project age, which is level. There are 102 parking stalls, four more than required, 92 located underground. Requires rezoning and community plan amendment.

Different concepts unveiled for Glover Road and Mary Avenue development site

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The next big Fort Langley construction project could include a small boutique hotel with a public plaza. Or not. It all depends on what happens over the next several months of public consultation, builder Eric Woodward said. Woodward presented two different concepts for the 1.39 acre site at Glover Road and Mary Avenue at four public meetings attended by more than 500 people in Fort Langley on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. The big difference between the two possible designs is the number of storeys and features. The three-storey concept includes a small hotel and public plaza, while the two-storey concept doesn’t. The question-and-answer sessions at the Fort Langley community hall were the next steps in what Woodward expects to be a long discussion with local residents about the proposed building. “If it takes six months, it takes six months,” Woodward told the Saturday afternoon meeting at the Fort Langley community hall. He plans to begin holding focus groups on Feb. 13.

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Eric Woodward presented some preliminary concepts for a proposed development at Mary Avenue and Glover Road in Fort Langley during a series of information sessions held last Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Interested residents can register online at www.glovermarychurch.com, which also has more details about the concept proposals. “We’re going to run focus groups with the public for as long as necessary,” Woodward told The Times. “We’re not applying for anything (from the Township to build on the site) until that process completes.”

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“I really hope people take the process sincerely, because we are taking it very sincerely,” Woodward added. “We want to do things better, and differently than we’ve seen in the past.” The concepts presented are as follows:

Two storeys: Required parking provided mostly underground, a higher

residential density, apartments of smaller unit sizes and only ground level retail on Glover Road. Fifty residential units in all, with 10 on Glover Road on the second floor, and 40 on Church Street, Mary Avenue, and the south property line. Five retail stores on Glover Road, two on Mary Avenue. Building height on Glover Road is 30’1” for all Glover Road front-

Boutique hotel, courtyard plaza, live/work studios, larger setbacks on Church Street, 40 extra parking stalls (166 in all), offices, public washrooms, and a greater variety of residential options, from townhouses to small studios. Boutique hotel would have 28 rooms and “a small, intimate lobby bar.” Parking stalls enclosed within the building. Building height on Glover Road from 38’10”, to 41’1”, and 43’6” on three different façades. “Significant residential variety:” larger than typical apartments, two with rooftop decks, smaller studios on Mary Avenue. Courtyard plaza, family play area and outdoor performance space accessible by 20’ wide breezeway and staircase plus dedicated elevator and public washrooms.

Both versions: Corner restaurant with sidewalk patio located on private property. No vehicle access on Church Street to reduce traffic. Six driveways are replaced with one. No retail stores or restaurants located on Church Street, as requested by residents. More details online at www. glovermarychurch.com.

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CACs would help growth pay for growth, says Sparrow Township councillor urges colleagues to consider including a community amenity contribution in developers’ fees MIRAN D A G AT H E R C O L E Ti m e s Re po r t e r

The Township of Langley could be “leaving money on the table” when it comes to funding new community amenities by not implementing a de-

velopment fee already used in neighbouring municipalities, says Coun. Michelle Sparrow. On Jan. 25, Sparrow presented a motion to council asking staff to create a report on

charging community amenity contributions (CACs) to developers building new homes. Separate from development cost charges (DCCs), which pay for off-site services such as water and sew-

er, CACs are used for recreation facilities, parks, libraries, police, fire and road infrastructure. There are some in place already to fund greenways, but Sparrow believes they are not being used to

their full potential. The motion received mixed reaction from council, who voted to send the idea to the Council Priorities Committee for more in-depth discussion. “Our growth is not

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MICHELLE SPAR R OW smaller developers who may not be able to afford the extra costs. Coun. Charlie Fox said the last time council discussed CACs was in 2009, and noted that DCCs have contributed $70 million to Aldergrove for sewers and water in the past four years. He also cautioned council about making too many comparisons to Surrey, or Maple Ridge, where similar CAC discussions are being held, saying the uniqueness of the Township will have to be taken into account. “We have to be a little bit careful about that balance between infrastructure and community amenities,” he said. “And I think we can only gain that through a discussion. First through understanding, second through a discussion and thirdly through developing policy that is applicable strictly to the Township of Langley.”

Abandoned house burns Another boarded-up house in Langley has caught fire. On Saturday, Jan. 16, around 2:45 p.m., Township fire crews were called to an abandoned home at 7357 200 St. There are no services to the home so the fire had to have been set by people, either intentionally or accidentally, said Township assistant fire chief Bruce Ferguson. The fire was extinguished and no one was found to be inside. The Township put out at least three fires in abandoned houses last month.

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Township mayoralty hopeful now running for City seat Candidate Serena Oh says ‘a clean and safe city is important’ DAN FER GUSON Tim es Reporter

When she ran for mayor of Langley Township in 2014, Serena Oh finished a distant third behind winner Jack Froese and second place finisher Rick Green, collecting just under 1,300 ballots or less than six per cent of the vote. Now, the Langley City resident is running for council in the byelection race to fill the seat vacated by the late Dave Hall. Oh told The Times that her experience running in the Township led to her decision to run in the City. “That (the Township mayoralty race) was a very good experience for me,” Oh said. “(It was) an eye-opener.” Oh has lived in Langley City for about three years, but said her interest in the community began much earlier, in 1988 when she attended a local temple. “It’s (the City) a very interesting place,” Oh said. “I do think I’m (living) in the right place.” Oh thinks the City should use the revenue it collects from the local casino to reduce taxes and improve parks by adding more benches. She also thinks more should be done to clean up trash, espe-

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list of priorities. She said she learned about the law when she represented herself during a drawn-out court battle with the municipality of Burnaby over an illegal suite. The battle began when the city sued her in 2008 and she then counter-sued over what she said was harassment. The case eventually went the Court of Appeal, which found for the city. Oh attempted to appeal it to the Supreme Court of Canada, but said her application was dismissed. “The law should be practical for the people, not the judge and lawyers,” Oh said. She said she is now studying law and hopes to get her case re-opened. “At the moment, I am restructuring my career and my life,” Oh said. She empathizes with the plight of homeless people, saying she briefly became homeless herself when her house was seized by court order during her legal fight. “Four days, actually (I was homeless),” she said. Profiles of all nine candidates in the City of Langley’s byelection can be viewed on our website at langleytimes.com.

Accused bank robber wore fluorescent coat, pants during heist Police allege a man with a distinctive moustache, wearing a high-visibility jacket and pants robbed the Coast Capital Savings in North Langley on Dec. 8. The suspect entered the bank and immediately approached the teller. He demanded money and indicated he had a firearm, said Langley RCMP. After being given a sum of money he left the bank. He was seen getting into an older model white Ford F-150 truck that headed north on Walnut

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Low reading levels not linked to specific schools, says district Figures were based on where schools where summer literacy support sessions were offered MO N I Q U E TA M M I N G A Ti m e s Re po r t e r

The Langley school district and its trustees want to find out why reading levels are on the decline for students in Grade 1, 2 and 3 in Langley. But the schools listed in the Jan. 6 Times article aren’t necessarily the schools of concern. Rather, they are the sites where summer sessions were held for literacy support. At the December school board meeting, Superintendent Suzanne Hoffman’s presentation on literacy that showed the number of students that accessed Learning Support in Literacy listed Blacklock, Parkside, Richard Bulpitt and RC Garnett as elementary schools where literacy support was most needed. Those are actually schools where

summer sessions took place for literacy support, said school district communications manager Ken Hoff. The students listed next to each of those schools are ‘district’ students who chose to attend summer session literacy support at that site. “Theoretically, it may be that none of the students attending a summer session at Blacklock for literacy support (just an example) actually attend Blacklock,” said Hoff. Overall, there were 407 SD35 students that attended one of the seven summer session school sites for literacy support. There was a significant drop in reading level achievement in 2014 for Grade 1, 2, and 3 children district-wide. Trustees asked school district staff to find out why reading levels are in decline.

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Property taxes will cost the average Township household an extra $63 this year, with council voting for a 3.93 per cent increase on Jan. 25. The money will be used to fund two new RCMP officers, a road paving program, a capital infrastructure renewal and replacement reserve for replacement of Township infrastructure, revitalization and construction of parks, maintenance of Township vehicles and equipment, and a litter and illegal waste management program. The vote came after a lengthy conversation at council’s Jan. 11 meeting, when a report on public feedback for the 2016-2020 financial plan was received. Only 13 out of the Township of Langley’s 110,000 residents attended the municipality’s two-day open house, held on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1. Another 54 people filled out an online questionnaire, which was available until Jan. 4. Although the majority of responses were in opposition to the increase, rather than discuss the feedback from the residents, council debated on Jan. 11 whether the opinion of less than one per cent of the community is a sufficient sample. “We’re really dealing with 60, 70 people that have actually engaged with us on it,” said Coun.

Michelle Sparrow. on doing things like “So I think to this if we’re not gomake blanket ing to pay attention assumptions on to them? the public’s view “In this case, on the budget with there were only that low amount of 67 people, out people, less than of 110,000, who 100 people actually took the time to participating, is a respond. But those little troublesome.” 67 people took the Coun. Blair time to respond. Whitmarsh agreed, And they were very adding that those clear I think in who are in support the feedback that of the financial they’ve given us.” JACK plan may not feel Richter made FRO ES E as compelled to a motion for an come out and amendment to present their views as those have staff add a zero tax who are against it. increase option. It was voted The report states: “This in- down, with only Richter in put is relevant for council to favour. consider as they deliberate the Mayor Jack Froese said a budget, however it should be zero per cent tax increase “is noted that it is not a statisti- not responsible and doesn’t cally valid sampling of all the do anything for our future Township residents’ views.” generations.” There was also concern over Not being fiscally responsible the online budget simulator, now will create a larger burden which could potentially have for taxpayers down the road, he responses filed multiple times said. by the same person, or from “A zero per cent tax increase people who live outside the is certainly a disservice to our Township. community. However, Coun. Kim Richter “Not so much a disservice to said that to discount anyone’s us today — it would be nice feedback “makes a farce of the to have a zero per cent tax inwhole budget process.” crease to save a couple hun“I agree it says there isn’t a dred bucks this year. big response,” she said. “But the “But it’s really going to imquestion that I have is, why do pact my children, my grandwe waste staff time and money children.”

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OPINION

Brenda Anderson | 604.514.6751 | newsroom@langleytimes.com

Valuing care over cost Recent health care discussions between provincial and federal health ministers highlight a common lament: How to do more with less. Current health care spending in B.C. consumes more than 40 cents of every government dollar spent. And that amount is expected to climb as our population ages. Controlling those costs is not a new priority. In fact, some might suggest it has become a preoccupation with health care administrators. Instead of delivering the best care possible, they look for the best value. Sometimes the two are complementary, sometimes they are not. There’s little doubt that in Chilliwack, the local hospital’s “Home is Best” initiative offers a little of both. The program is aimed at helping people get on their feet and into their homes sooner by providing care and support inside and outside the traditional hospital setting. That encourages independence, and if done properly, promotes better health. But it also frees resources that could be better spent elsewhere. The potential savings have long been identified. It costs roughly $1,200 a day for an acute care bed in a B.C. hospital. Other programs have tried to unclog a system that too often sees patients occupying expensive beds while there are cheaper options elsewhere. But while it is important to be fiscally responsible, health care in Canada is about more than the bottom line. If we are to save money by moving people back into the community, it is critical that adequate resources be in place to support them. A recent report by the B.C.’s seniors advocate suggests there’s still work to be done. Isobel Mackenzie argues the increase in home care support hours is not keeping pace with the demand. That is troubling news. Several decades ago governments made the admirable decision to close large mental health institutions and move to a more community-centred approach. Unfortunately, the enthusiasm for the closure of those facilities wasn’t matched by a commitment to provide local support. Consequently we failed — and continue to fail — some of our most vulnerable citizens. Finding efficiencies within our health care system is a worthy goal. But not if those savings come at the expense of the very people the system is there to help. – Chilliwack Progress

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Words fail when it’s time to say goodbye She wrote to say goodbye. colleagues across the hall in the We’d said it many times in editorial department. person over the years, most reSales, it turned out, was not cently just a few months earlier her lone talent. when she dropped by during a With a theatrical flourish, brief visit from half-way around Heather would take to the stage the world. We used our time to play the part of the statuthen to reminisce about her esque blonde/brunette/redTIMELY days in newspapers, as well as head — often to great comedic when she was front-and-centre, opinions effect… when appropriate. (She and behind the scenes, at the was also grandly inappropriate, community theatre in White Lance Peverley when the part called for a more Rock. burlesque reading, and for that But this goodbye was different. It her legion of devotees loved her even wasn’t the usual “until next time” be- more.) tween friends. No doubt, she was adept at drama, It was posted to her friends on social romance and tragedy, too, but comedy media, and this goodbye truly meant it, was clearly her forté. her having taken up residence beyond Behind the scenes, her broad personour reach in New Zealand so many ality was equally prominent, though years before. on occasion demure. One-on-one, she Neither of us having time for a visit, shared a reflective side that might surwords were all we had left. prise those who knew only her public If you were on the Semiahmoo Penin- face. sula in the ’80s and ’90s, you may well And as far as goodbyes go, hers was have crossed paths with Heather. She even more thoughtful, adding so much was a high-profile sales rep at Peace Arch ‘sweet’ to her loved ones’ impending News, before being promoted to Langley sorrow. Times’ advertising manager, where she We learned that her illness would be met sports writer John Ireland, her hus- terminal — one year left, maybe three if band for the past two decades. we were lucky. In sales, she used her well-honed We were not. communication skills to convey the She later wrote: “Dear friends. By now, power of the press to send an adverto- if you have been following my progress, rial message. However, she often sug- you will realize that I am in hospice gested in private that she never devel- with ‘weeks,’ whatever that means. oped the same writing abilities as her “I can’t believe this horrible can-

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cer has decided to ravage my body as quickly as it has. I am certainly running out of time and don’t have the strength to reach out to each of you as I would have liked to do. “Please know I don’t regret the paths I’ve chosen or decisions I’ve made. Know that I have loved each of you dearly for touching my life. Offer kindness to my family that I leave behind and dearest friends who will feel a wee hole in their lives. I gave it my all! Laughing and screaming to the finish line and arriving with my signature scrapes, bruises and a big-assed grin.” She requested that we send our thoughts before she died, to offer insight into how she touched our lives. And this is where I fell short. You see, in a brief Facebook post, Heather imparted her message more masterfully than I could hope to. My response — in a private note — fell short. I wrote of how her bravery, throughout the years and particularly now, inspires me. I meant it sincerely, but I’m certain it came across as trite. As Heather noted, all too presciently, our time is limited. I only hope there’s enough left to find the words. Still searching… This column was previously published last summer in the Peace Arch News. Heather, a friend to many current and former Times staff members and residents of the Langley community, passed away last weekend in New Zealand.

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LETTERS

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City council’s response to concern over density was disappointing Editor: As a Langley City resident since 2011, I attended Council for the first time Jan. 25 to raise concerns that more than 30 neighbours have regarding the application for rezoning on the corner of 201A Street and 53 Avenue. Other than the impassioned plea from Coun. Val van den Broek who suggested it is time that Langley City reassess the applicability of a density plan that has not been publicly vetted by local citizens for over 10 years, my request for reconsideration fell on deaf ears. I was particularly aghast by the response of Coun. Paul Albrecht, who as chair of the APC, did not recognize the landscape draw-

ings were inaccurately drawn, or that there is a bus stop abutting the development; Mayor Schaffer, who exalted how great is was to do business, again with the developer, and Coun. Jack Arnold, who illogically remarked that it is a terrific development because there is a dog park in the landscape plan, and dogs like to “wear uniforms” on Halloween. Perhaps, Langley residents who take issue with increasing density and traffic in residential neighborhoods by over 2,000 per cent should heed Coun. Storteboom’s advice to me: if I didn’t like the plan I should just move. BETTY CUNNIN, LANGLEY CITY

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The subject building in a painting of an outdoor washroom facility on the Derby Reach trail system, seemed like the perfect place to hang the artwork, said its creator. However, less than two hours after it was installed, the painting had been removed by Metro staff.

Love and kindness in time of need greatly appreciated Editor: There are no adequate words to express our gratitude to so many people for the love and kindness shown to us following my car accident on Dec. 30, 2015 at 232 Street and 72 Avenue, and my husband’s sudden illness. To the kind strangers who removed me from my wrecked vehicle and a potentially dangerous situation, and looked after me until paramedics arrived — to the doctors, nurses and therapists in Emergency and on 2 North at Langley Memorial Hospital, my heartfelt thanks. Special thanks to our family doctor, Dr. Windy Brown, for her excellent care and concern. To all our friends and family for prayers, hospital visits, phone calls, gifts of food and willingness to help in any way — thank you from the bottom of our hearts. DORIS AND JOHN RIEDWEG, LANGLEY

Painting hung in outhouse was simply intended to raise spirits Editor: After going through a personal loss, my husband and I decided to try and raise our spirits. I had painted a picture of an outhouse that is located on the Derby Reach Trails and my husband framed it. We decided that the best home for it would be on the wall in the outhouse that I had painted. On a rainy morning we installed the picture above the toilet with minimal interruption to the particle board wall. Mission accomplished. We left and came back two hours later to take a picture of the “Art in the Outhouse” only to find that the picture was gone. We were upset and so my husband did some gumboot sleuth work and found out that Vancouver Metro had removed the picture almost immediately. The employee’s very polite reason was that we have bylaws and if we did this, then it would

open the gates for others. So I’m thinking what could be the worst thing that could happen? Would others start hanging their art in the outhouses? Would there be too much upkeep with dusting and all? The possibilities are endless. There could be an art in the outhouse explosion with art work hanging in every outhouse in the land. There could be no stopping this beast. Our purpose was simple; to put a smile on the faces of all those who have to darken the doorstep to the outhouse in their time of need. But there will be no outhouse art. Bylaws are bylaws. Look at what could potentially happen: art, smiles, a unique experience — this just can’t happen here. SUSAN MCCLAIN, LANGLEY

‘Cloak and dagger’ approach to Brookswood-Fernridge Editor: Re: “Township council focuses on undeveloped areas”(The Times, Jan. 29). I submit that Mayor Froese’s notion that in 2014 “there was concern or confusion that focus of development was on the already developed area of Brookswood” is utter nonsense. He states: “for clarification, the intention is really to focus on the undeveloped areas of Fernridge.” He indicates the reason for the failed 2014 OCP was this “confusion.” Well, Mayor Froese, we all know that this is blatantly false. The 2014 OCP maps showed clear de-

lineation between the developed and undeveloped areas. The initial draft plans included few quarter-acre lots in the undeveloped areas. The bulk of which, incidentally, make up the existing character of the area were pre-existing in the already developed part of Brookswood. Anything less dense in the 2014 plan was also pre-existing. A later revision allowed for some density relief surrounding the Sunrise and Reese Lake areas due to landowners advocating for relief to the planners. Mayor Froese, your 2014 plan failed due to mistrust of the pro-

cess. You allowed a pro-development group to fund and guide that process. You did not live up to the number one stated goal of “preserving existing character of the area.” You intended to turn Brookswood/Fernridge into Willoughby South. This new convoluted and redrawn boundary between Brookswood and Fernridge makes no sense and is being used as a means of distraction. Having lived in the area for 30 years, I’ve never considered Brookswood High School or areas north as “Fernridge.” I know of no area residents that

do. Perhaps the reason you drew only 300 residents to your Public Engagement Open Houses is the fact that no one trusts you care about any said engagement. Half of your council doesn’t agree with any moves forward in Brookswood/Fernridge until the public engagement process is finalized. With the number of letters written imploring for sound and inclusive decisions to be made, why is it you choose to be exclusive with the development community? You say the focus this time is the undeveloped areas. Guess what? The focus last time was the undeveloped areas.

You blew it last time and you’ll blow it again if you continue with your cloak and dagger methods. You’ll blow it again if your development plans are anything like Willoughby. You and your council need to stand up and actually advocate for our area, on behalf of what’s right for this area, not solely on behalf of what’s right for the development faction. You’ve shown you know well how to divide our community. How about this time you show some leadership and bring this community together. B. CAMERON, LANGLEY

The Langley Times reserves the right to reject unsigned letters. Letters are edited for brevity, legality and taste. CONTACT EDITOR BRENDA ANDERSON 604.533.4157 DROP OFF or EMAIL LETTERS TO newsroom@langleytimes.com

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Dave Hall will be held Saturday, March 5

Completion Rates Highest Ever

Gathering organized by Hall’s family will take place at the new Timms Community Centre

SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS Celebration of life for

AN INNOVATIVE, INSPIRING AND UNIFIED LEARNING COMMUNITY

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Each school year, in either December or January, Superintendent Hoffman provides Trustees with information on the District’s sixyear completion results. The six-year completion rate is a provincial indicator that illustrates the proportion of students who complete school with a Dogwood Certificate within six years from the time they enter grade 8. The provincial trend has been on an upward trajectory from 81% in 2010-2011 to 83.9% in 2014-2015. Results in the Langley School District roughly mirror the provincial results on their positive trend.

The District's six-year completion rate of 87.4% for 2014-2015 is the highest ever with 90% of female students completing and 84.8% of males completing. Combined completion rates for Aboriginal students is 78% in Langley Schools and also on the rise, improving from 59% in 2010-2011 for female Aboriginal students to 89% and from 65% in 2010-2011 for male Aboriginal students to 67% in 2014-2015. Superintendent Hoffman is certainly pleased the rates are going up but also expressed concern that not all students are completing school and indicated that there is still work to be done.

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A celebration of life for City of Langley Councillor Dave Hall will be held on Saturday, March 5 at the new Timms Community Centre from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Members of the public are invited to attend the event organized by the Hall family. Hall passed away on Jan. 4 at the age of 63, after stepping down as councillor late last year due to illness. Serving on a number of committees, Hall was a champion of recreation in the City and an advocate for the new Timms centre. A resident of the City for more than 30 years, Hall served seven years as City councillor following nine years as a trustee in the Langley school district. A memorial statement released by the City described Hall as a “dedicated, passionate and thought-provoking man.” Hall was remembered as a well-rounded fitness and sports

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Dave Hall stood with his bike during the City of Langley’s announcement about new bike lanes last October. Hall passed away Jan. 4 after battling cancer. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, March 5 at the new Timms Recreation Centre. enthusiast who enjoyed his Al Anderson morning swim and his daily cycling routine. In lieu of flowers, the Hall family has re-

quested donations to organizations that support cancer research, such as the Terry Fox Foundation or the BC Cancer Foundation.

Langley once again among top 20 Canadian cities for romance Residents’ reading, online shopping habits earned community the number 18 spot on Amazon’s list

Musical Theatre Season in Langley Schools

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Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 23 • 7pm

Every year students, staff and community members take part in various productions throughout the school district and this year there is sure to be a production for everyone.

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Once again, Langley has cracked the top 20 list of the most romantic cities in Canada, according to Amazon.ca. Langley is ranked 18th in the seventh annual Amazon.ca list of the Top 20 Most Romantic Cities in Canada. In 2014, Langley took the number 8 spot. Victoria continues to let love shine, holding onto the top spot for the fourth consecutive year as the Most Romantic City in Canada. This seventh annual ranking by Amazon.ca was compiled by comparing sales data from Jan. 1, 2015 to Jan. 1, 2016, on a per capita basis, in cities with more than 80,000 residents. The data is based on purchases that included romance novels and relationships books (Kindle books and print books), romantic comedies, romantic tunes and

sexual wellness products. This year, the top 20 Most Romantic Cities in Canada are: 1. Victoria, B.C. 2. North Vancouver, B.C. 3. Waterloo, Ont. 4. Vancouver, B.C. 5. Saskatoon, Sask. 6. Calgary, Alta. 7. Kingston, Ont. 8. Guelph, Ont. 9. Oakville, Ont. 10. Edmonton, Alta. 11. Lethbridge, Alta. 12. Kelowna, B.C. 13. Regina, Sask. 14. Red Deer, Alta. 15. Nanaimo, B.C. 16. Winnipeg, Man. 17. London, Ont. 18. Langley, B.C. 19. Kitchener, Ont. 20. Kamloops, B.C.

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SPONSOR OF THE MONTH FEBRUARY DINNER MEETING Community involvement is cruicial Tuesday, February 16, 2016 Cascades Casino Resort Ballroom 20393 Fraser Highway, Langley

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Registration and Networking: 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm. Dinner and presentations to follow.

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED BEFORE 5:00 PM ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 Members: $3500 + GST ~ Non Members: $5000 + GST p: 604-371-3770 e: info@langleychamber.com w: www.langleychamber.com Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce Cancellation Policy: Event payment is due upon registration. No cancellations, refunds or credits after 12:00 pm on Monday, Feb. 15, 2016.

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to Precision Auto’s Scott Waddle Precision Auto Service is a locally owned independent automotive repair and service facility committed to the community we live in. Scott Waddle started Precision Auto Service in 1997 after working as a mechanic/technician at several independent repair shops in Metro Vancouver. Knowing the repair business was in need of a modern, customer service oriented option for Langley residents, Scott opened a small, one bay shop. Almost 20 years later, they are still growing over 10 per cent every year. Scott, along with his wife Jackie, and Langley’s best team of auto repair professionals, continue to provide safe, reliable transportation to Langley and Aldergrove residents. Being a small business with a local client base and staff, and having a young family, it is the obvious choice to be involved in the community at any level they can participate in. This commitment has proven to pay for itself repeatedly from both a business and personal point of view. Some of the things you will find Scott and Jackie involved in are their children’s school PAC, Director for the Langley Chamber of Commerce, Director for the Automotive Retailers Association, member of the Think Referrals Business Networking group, supporters of Kimz Angels and many other

local charities, part of the Township Adopt a Street Program, and involvement in many other community events. At Precision Auto, they are committed to providing the best and most cost effective service available. They do this by having the most technically advanced equipment, multiple service information systems and, most importantly, a staff of technicians and advisors who are qualified to repair your car today, and continually upgrading for tomorrow. They work hard to service your every need. Regardless of whether you have a vehicle that won’t start, a problem with the way it runs once it does, or you are just in need of tires or some routine maintenance, they are the shop of choice for Langley residents. Please visit them for all your tire and automotive needs. Precision Auto is located at 22575 Fraser Highway, in Murrayville. Check them out on line at www.precisionautoservice.com

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Reporting crime and inter-municipal licencing highlight Chamber activities Protecting You & Your Future • Family Law • Separation • Divorce

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www.bestwesterncountry.com Completely Renovated Ask about our Business Class and Jacuzzi Suites where comfort and luxury awaits you. Call us now to book your accommodation and Best Rates in the Valley! **Special Wedding Group Rates available*** Centrally located between Langley & Abbotsford on 264th St & Fraser Hwy intersection.

Now featuring our Luxury Style Pillow Top Mattresses, Duvets, HD TVs in Guest Rooms and with our Deluxe Hot Continental Breakfast along with Indoor Pool & Hot Tub.

As we move into the second half of this term of office, the Board will continue to work on our long term goals as well as to focus on key issues to consider for submission to the Municipal Councils on local and regional concerns, to the BC Chamber of Commerce on provincial issues and to the Canadian Chamber of Commerce at the national level. Locally, the Chamber recently joined with the business associations in Langley City, Walnut Grove, Brookswood and Aldergrove, along with representatives of Township Council, City Council and the RCMP, on a Crime Prevention Roundtable to identify incidents of crime or suspicious activity in and around local business. The outcome of this meeting is a better understanding of the confusion among business operators and employees with regards to what and how to report. The business associations will work with the RCMP to communicate the best reporting practices, to promote the CP-TED Program (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design), and on the development of a business security kit for distribution to all Langley

businesses. We will also be partnering with other Chambers in the province and across Canada to submit a policy calling for a crime reduction strategy to address the root causes of crime and to ensure adequate sentencing across the country, and in particular, with regards to prolific repeat offenders. At the regional level, the Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce is taking the lead on an initiative to lobby local governments to approve the uniting of the Fraser Valley, Metro Vancouver West, Tri-Cities and North Vancouver Mobile Business License programs. The goal is to create one single Inter-Municipal Business License that would be valid for the entire region from Hope through to West Vancouver. Working in partnership with the Ministry of Small Business, 15 local Chambers of Commerce and Boards of Trade, and the BC Chamber of Commerce, are collecting data to include in a business case for the regional license that we will all present to our respective Councils. I wish to thank those businesses that responded

Get ready to take a swing at the annual Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament Sponsorship opportunities are now available and golfer registration is open The Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its hugely popular Golf Tournament on Thursday, June 9, 2016 at the beautiful Redwoods Golf Course in Langley. This is a fantastic opportunity for your business to be a part of one of Langley’s premier golf tournaments. STORY

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This Newspaper. It’s a good read. When crumpled and stuffed in your jacket, it’s a good insulator. That’s what Bethany had to do when she lived on the streets.

This toque. It helped Bethany ﬁnd a better life. Buy yours at RaisingtheRoof.org or donate $5 by texting TOQUE to 45678. Help the homeless in your community.

The cost to golf is $195.00 + GST per golfer and includes a tailgate brunch, shared power golf cart, 18

holes, gourmet BBQ dinner and prizes! To register as a golfer or for more information on the sponsorship opportunities please visit www. langleychamber.com or contact: Jaclyn Van Den Berg, Events & Communications Coordinator p: 604-371-3770 e: events@langleychamber.com See you on the course!

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Group insurance plan available The Chambers’ of Commerce Group Insurance Plan covers all industries including one-person firms, home business and farms. Dental and health options are offered with a guaranteed renewable contract, and full pooled price stability. The Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan also offers a Business Assistance Service. This offer provides access to professional accounting, counselling, legal

to our brief survey and I ensure your thoughts and concerns will be considered in the process. As one of the goals of the Board is to recognize that business does not have borders and is generally conducted in a ‘regional’ manner, we were happy to partner with 12 other lower mainland Chambers and Boards to bring together over 400 people at the Hard Rock Casino Theatre in Coquitlam for a regional networking event, “New Year – New Connections”. The event was very well received and I expect we will see it become a semi-annual or quarterly event. Our Events Committees are currently working on a number of programs which will include some very outstanding sponsorship opportunities for our members. Please stay tuned for information on our not-for-profit professional development workshops, a special luncheon to celebrate women in business, and the popular annual golf tournament. Scott Johnston, President

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Upcoming Chamber events February 3 Monthly Mingle at Earls Kitchen + Bar Langley

February 16 Dinner Meeting

February 17 Lunch & Learn: A Modern Approach to Wealth Management

February 25 Open Late for Business at Gold’s Gym

April 27 Fraser Valley Chambers of Commerce Business Showcase in Abbotsford

June 9 Annual GLCC Golf Tournament at Redwoods and human resource experts who understand the challenges small business owners face. For more information contact Schmidt + Funk Financial Services Ltd. at 604-514-3347.

For event and registration details: langleychamber.com or events@langleychamber.com or 604-530-6656

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What is Mobile Marketing anyway? Courtesy of Business Development Bank of • Wireless market sector revenues are the largest component (46%) of total Canada Blog telecommunications revenues. (CRTC, We are roughly a decade into Communications Monitoring Report, smartphone revolution where are our 2013) phones can not only make calls, but also • In Canada, mobile data take photos, send text messages and traffic will grow 900% calculate the tip at dinner. from 2013 to 2018, The old-school flip phone, the original a compound annual BlackBerry and the iPhone started us growth rate of 54%. down this path, and ever since marketers (Cisco, VNI Mobile have been trying to find a way to sell stuff Forecast Highlights, to people on those little screens. Now 2013-2018) throw on top of that the double-digital • Smartphone penetration annual growth in tablet sales and you in Canada is now at 73%. have an insane number of screens being (J.D. Power & Associates, used. Canadian Wireless Total The challenge? How do you make a Ownership Experience connection with customers on devices that Study, 2014) are really small and in and out of people’s Those are some big hands dozens of times a day? numbers and on top of Over time technology has given us that we are not the highest such things as mobile-adaptive websites, users of this technology on mobile apps, GPS locating, QR codes, the planet by a long shot. Bluetooth and near field communications That’s crazy stuff! (NFC). Each has presented opportunities What do your customers and challenges for marketers.

want? Smartphones and tablets are everywhere, People use their mobile devices for a and I do mean everywhere! wide variety of purposes such as getting The proliferation of the iPhone (which set the bar) and other smartphone devices means that there are lots of opportunities to connect to your customers. The Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association (CWTA) has compiled several statistics that stand out: • In 2013, 83% of Canadian households had an active cellphone, up from 78% in 2010. (Statistics Canada, Residential Telephone Service Survey 2014)

directions, checking sports scores, using social media and even buying stuff.

job done? Regardless, knowing what will make a good information and/or buying experience for your customers will help you to focus on how best to attract and retain them.

• Targeted texts/emails Location-based marketing (via Bluetooth or NFC) • QR Codes Each of these tactics has pros and cons. It’s important for you to understand how they could help introduce your brand to new customers or enhance the experience of existing customers. Are you intruding or helping? Strategy plays a key role in what you should be doing with your mobile marketing dollars. In a recent article, e-Marketer posed the question: Ever wonder why consumers don’t click on mobile ads? The top two responses were: 1. Wasn’t interested in the offer 2. Wasn’t relevant to me You’re wasting your time and money if you don’t understand who your target customers are and what mobile tactics will resonate with them.

What kind of mobile marketing should you do? Mobile marketing can take a number of forms. Here are some of the more popular:

The challenge for businesses is to figure • out how best to serve your customers using these devices and then grow your • reach to get more of these people’s attention. Understanding what they want • from your business will help clarify the things you should be doing. Do you need an actual mobile app or does your mobile-friendly website get the

• Mobile video ads/social posts (e.g. vine)

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The bottom line … The business community is still trying to figure out how best to use mobile as a marketing engine.

As we can see from the stats above, the mobile marketplace will continue to Search engine optimized (SEO) mobileexperience exponential growth over the friendly websites next decade and beyond. Company-specific mobile apps (i.e. iOS, You’ll be doing yourself a huge favour Android, BlackBerry, Windows) by educating yourself on how your Mobile browser/mobile app display ads customers interact with your business via (i.e. banner ads) smartphones and tablets and the different Sponsored and/or organic social media mobile marketing methods you can use to posts communicate with them.

Empowering BC businesses is theme for Chamber week

February 15, 2016, marks the beginning of Chamber of Commerce Week, an opportunity for B.C.’s more than 125 Chambers of Commerce to showcase their hard work on behalf of businesses across the province. This year, Chambers are celebrating the theme of “Empowering B.C. businesses” – a theme that highlights how Chambers strive to empower and grow each business in their community. Every day, Chambers actively strengthen local businesses through networking events, mentorship opportunities, professional development activities and other unique programming. Whether hosting events and business awards,

supporting young entrepreneurs through mentorship programs, providing community-tailored support such as hospitality training in tourism communities, or organizing unique travel experiences for companies interested in learning more about different international markets, Chambers are sharply focused on empowering each and every member business to succeed. Simultaneously, the Chamber network – B.C.’s largest business organization – is advocating for policy changes to further drive local businesses’ success. Right now, for example, B.C.’s Chambers are leading efforts to advocate that the provincial government maintain a low tax rate for credit unions, which provide a key source of

As members of the BC Chamber of Commerce, B.C.’s Chambers are part of B.C.’s most extensive business policy development process, creating dozens of new policies annually to enhance B.C. as a business jurisdiction. Pictured here: Executive Director, Lynn Whitehouse, Past President, Kristine Simpson, and Director, Tammy Rea, at the BC Chamber’s 2015 AGM in Prince George, setting the network’s policy agenda. local business financing for communities right across B.C. This is significant because for 44 communities in B.C., there are no alternative lenders. Keeping

that credit union tax rate low is critical to seeing sufficient dollars flow into community businesses, both to launch startups and to enable established

businesses to secure growth financing. Chambers are also leading efforts to establish permanent

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WHO’S WHO at the Chamber EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE PRESIDENT ~ Scott Johnston, Campbell Burton & McMullan LLP VICE-PRESIDENT ~ Jack Nicholson, Otter Co-op SECRETARY-TREASURER ~ Paul van Koll, Deloitte LLP PAST PRESIDENT ~ Kristine Simpson, BDO Canada LLP

NEW MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Welcome to the Langley Chamber!

COMMUNITY DIRECTORS ALDERGROVE ~ Scott Waddle, Precision Auto Service Ltd. LANGLEY CITY ~ Mike Morrison, Envision Financial NORTH LANGLEY ~ Rick Barnett, Valley First Aid Ltd. SOUTH LANGLEY ~ Brad Kiendl, HSBC Bank of Canada

Please join us in welcoming the newest Chamber members! Please join us in welcoming the newest GLCC members:

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Join the Langley Field Naturalists on Feb. 6 to walk the dikes and woodlands of the colony farm regional park to search out many waterfowl, raptors and other birds that call this area home in winter. Call 604-576-6831 for info or to confirm attendance. Celebration of life remembering late City of Langley Councillor Dave Hall will be held on March 5 at the new Timms Community Centre from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Members of the public are invited to attend the event organized by the Hall family. Small Animal Rescue Society urgently requires mature, reliable volunteers for help at their rabbit shelter in Aldergrove on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Also for alternate Tuesday evening shift from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Own transportation required. Contact Muriel 604-530-3297 .

Auditions for “The Last Lifeboat” take place at Surrey Little Theatre, 7027 184 St. Surrey on Sunday Feb. 7 and Monday Feb. 8 at 7 p.m. Men and women of all ages and levels of experience needed. The audition will be a cold read from material that is not from the script. For more information contact Mike at mikbus@telus.net.

Peace Play Day on Family Day holiday Feb. 8 at Willowbrook Shopping Centre from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free, kid-friendly event will feature activities, demonstrations, and exhibits to celebrate world peace and harmony including a giant LEGO Peace Garden. Help decorate it with LEGO trees, The first 600 kids aged 4-16 to complete a Peace Passport will receive a gift pack. All completed passports will be entered for a chance to win a trip for four to the United Nations in New York. Enjoy dance, music, and demonstrations from cultures across the world. Plus, fun activities including balloon twisting and face painting. Visit www.shopwillowbrook.com for more information. Grieving Losses During the Dementia Journey Free Alzheimer Society of B.C. workshop, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Feb. 22 at Douglas Recreation Centre, 20550 Douglas Cres. Preregistration required. Call 604-449-5000. Langley Concert Band meets Monday nights, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at RE Mountain band room. Accepting new members with at least one year’s experience. For more info email langleyconcertband@gmail.com. Port Kells Art Club classes every Monday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. New members welcome. Annual cost: $30. The club exhibits three to four times per year Located at 20701 Fraser Hwy. Contact Linda Hamilton at 604-2876799.

Muriel Arnason Library’s annual Lunar New Year event Feb. 9, 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Celebrate the Year of the Monkey. Make a craft and a lucky envelope, and enjoy some New Year’s foods. All supplies are provided. Struggle with persistent pain? Feel like pain is holding your life hostage? Join the People in Pain Network, which meets the second

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Tuesday of the month from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Walnut Grove Vancity branch (103-20159 88 Ave.). For more, go to www.pipain.com or email dick@pipain.com. Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Langley United Church, 5673 200 St. For more info phone 604-882-1075. For other daytime chapters near you, phone Linda at 604-4629326 or Jacquie at 604-768-6725.

Pyjama Storytime Children and their caregivers are invited to an evening program of stories, songs, rhymes and more. Kids are encouraged to wear their pyjamas and can bring a soft toy. Please pre-register. At Aldergrove Library on Tuesday, Feb. 9, 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

New Timms Community Centre opens Feb. 24, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 20399 Douglas Cres. Mayor and Council will cut the ribbon while attendees enjoy a piece of cake, attend a free tour and enter to win one of the many raffle giveaways. For more information please contact 604-514-2800. Opus One Women’s Choir meets Wednesday nights, 7:15 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. at RE Mountain Band Room. This three-part women’s choir accepts new members (no experience necessary) throughout the year. No audition. For more info email opusonewe@gmail.com

Join the Langley Field Naturalists Feb. 11 at 9 a.m. to visit Surrey Lake Park. See a variety of waterfowl that overwinter on the lake. Call 576-6831 for more information. Fibromyalgia Well Spring Foundation 8th Annual Celebration Dinner on National Fibromyalgia Day. May 12, 5 p.m. at Newlands Golf and Country Club, 21025 48 Ave. Entertainers Darlene Cozart, Olie Olson, Rob Heeland Nigel Tucker. Silent auction and ticket basket draw. Tickets $75 vailable at #109 20631 Fraser Hwy. First Capital Chorus is looking for men who love to sing. Rehearsals every Thursday evening from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Willoughby Church, 20525 72 Ave. For more information, call Gord at 604-530-4795 or John at 604-888-0435.

LMHA Penny Pincher Thrift Store needs volunteer cashiers. We provide training and a parking pass. Apply on line at: http://www. fraserhealth.ca/about-us/get-involved/volunteer/langley-memorial-hospital. Bibles for Missions Thrift Store is looking for volunteers to help the not for profit organization turn donated goods into cash. All proceeds go to The Bible League of Canada which then funds a variety of programs in over 40 different countries around the world. For more info please contact the store at 604-5333995 email bfmarlene@telus.net. Fibromyalgia Well Spring Foundation Thrift Shoppe is looking for volunteers. Training will be provided and hours are flexible. Contact Bonnie or Sally at 778-278-3697.

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the pull of ... wanting a simple solution.” It was nearly a four year process for Goode and his producing partner, Dylan Jenkinson, to develop the project and find funding for it. Even while filming it, they still weren’t sure what the end product would be. “When you’re making a film, you don’t know,” Goode said. “Films are chaotic monsters that you’re trying to reign in, especially when you’re shooting in the wilderness. The shooting is wild and you’re not ever sure how it’s going to turn out. And in the process of post production, I honestly did not know we had a really great film until really late. We tested it a lot with test audiences, and it wasn’t until a couple weeks before we locked our picture that we rearranged the order of the first act in such a way that we thought we had something. So that was quite gratifying, because making a movie is really an act of faith in so many ways.” The film has been screened at Busan International Film Festival, one of the largest Asian film festivals in the world, and the Whistler Film Festival. On March 2, it goes to theatres across Canada. Following the LIFF screening, there will be an opening night gala at Lelem Cafe, featuring the cast and crew of NUMB. The festival continues on Saturday afternoon with a screening of Sleeping Giant, a film about young teenagers and the conflict and angst that they go through. This is one of the most highly regarded films of the year, and has already been screened at the Festival de

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After awing audiences with his heartfelt speech at the Critics’ Choice Awards in January, Langley actor Jacob Tremblay will now be making an Oscar appearance.

Cannes. Following this film is the Academy Award nominated movie Carol, a romantic drama set in 1952 New York starring Cate Blanchett, Rooney Mara, Sarah Paulson and Kyle Chandler. The story follows a young photographer and her relationship with an older woman going through a difficult divorce. Saturday night finishes off with a montage of 20 short films produced by students from R.E. Mountain Secondary, Langley Fine Arts, and Brookswood Secondary. Sunday begins with another Academy Award nominated film, Trumbo, which takes audiences back to 1947 when Dalton Trumbo, Hollywood’s top screenwriter, is jailed and blacklisted for his political beliefs. And on Sunday evening, the festival closes out with Room, a story about a mother and son who escape confinement, and stars Langley actor Jacob Tremblay. Festivals like LIFF are an important way for people to connect to films in a more intimate way, and to expose people to smaller budget films that do not have the capacity to advertise like big blockbusters do, Goode said. “In most films, more money is spent on advertising than on the film itself,” Goode said. “And so the smaller films are often just as good, if not better, but they don’t have the marketing push behind them. They are usually more niche films, say just for adults rather than adults and children. So we need people like the TIFF Film circuit, or the Langley International Film Festival to

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From left: Pieter van der Zeek from Shot in the Dark, NUMB director Jason Goode, Langley School District Foundation assistant Laura d’Alva and executive director Susan Cairns at Lelem Cafe in Fort Langley. curate these films and encourage people to go to them. Because otherwise it’s hard to go against the flow of all the advertising you’re seeing everyday telling you to go to these larger films.” It is also a great opportunity for student filmmakers to show off their work. Goode wishes he had the opportunity to learn film in high school, as it wasn’t until he completed a degree in biology and graduate degree in theology that he first got his feet wet in the film industry. “I am envious of the high school students,” he said. “I always wanted to make films, but I didn’t have any way to do it. You need that community.” All proceeds from LIFF will go towards arts and film programs in Langley schools.

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Surrey Eagles’ Paul McAvoy falls under Trevor Ayre of the Langley Rivermen during Sunday’s BC Hockey League game at the Langley Events Centre. Langley won 4-2 to wrap up a busy weekend of junior A hockey action. The Rivermen rallied to win 4-3 in double overtime on Friday in Merritt over the Centennials before losing 5-2 to the Wenatchee Wild on Saturday night at the LEC. The results leave Langley with a record of 27-182-1 and their 57 points are two back of Wenatchee for second place in the Mainland Division with 10 games to play. The Rivermen are on the road for two games on Friday and Saturday in Wenatchee. See www.langleytimes. com for more. B OA Z J OS E P H B lack Pre s s

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For the past five years, Brendan Budy has watched the Langley Rivermen from the stands at the Langley Events Centre. But beginning next season, Budy will get the chance to suit up for his hometown hockey club. “It is hard to put into words how excited I am to play in the BCHL next year with my hometown team,” he said. “Growing up, I have been to a lot of Rivermen games at the Langley Events Centre and have always wanted to be one of those players on the ice. “It should be a great opportunity to play where I grew up.” Budy, who turns 16 in June, committed to the Rivermen last

week (Jan. 27). wanted to go the Back in May, he was college route, he selected in the Westcouldn’t resist the ern Hockey League’s chance to play at annual bantam draft, home for the next going in the fourth couple of seasons, round (69th overall) especially after nuto the Red Deer Rebmerous conversaels. He was the hightions with Rivermen est Langley Minor head coach and genHockey Association eral manager Bobby product picked in the Henderson. draft. “Every conversaBut he was also untion (we) had has sure if he wanted to been great and I feel BREN DA N play major junior or that it is going to be BU DY go the junior A route a good opportunity so that he could earn for me. himself an NCAA “I couldn’t say no scholarship for after high school. to playing in my hometown,” His father played collegiately at Budy said. Colorado College. Henderson said he has kept a And once Budy decided he close eye on Budy over the past

few seasons, and is a big fan of the five-foot-nine, 160-pound forward. “Brendan is an incredibly dynamic forward,” he said. “He has a nice blend of skill and grit out on the ice and has a great release. “He competes every time he takes a shift, and we expect him to come in and develop into a top tier producer.” Budy played for the Delta Hockey Academy’s U16 bantam prep team last season and this year has jumped up a level to the Academy’s U18 midget squad. And in 21 games so far, Budy has 17 goals and 19 assists for 36 points for the Wild. Last season, he had 11 goals and 23 points in 18 games at the bantam level.

“Brendan has built on his great success from last year,” said Wild coach Scott May. “And he has garnered a lot of attention and U.S. colleges are starting to take notice. Since September, my phone has been blowing up.” “He is a highly skilled player, gifted offensively and with a great shot.” Those phone calls should stop now as Budy verbally committed to Denver University over the weekend, announcing his college intentions on social media on Monday. Budy went on about four of five visits to U.S. schools. “I felt like it was a good fit for me,” he said. “It is nice to have the decision out of the way.”

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lead to 5-3 after one quarter. And the second period saw the Stealth surge ahead thanks to a 4-1 advantage and a 7-6 lead at the half. That was Vancouver’s lone lead of the game. The teams took turns trading runs in the third quarter and entered the final period knotted at 11 goals apiece. But the Roughnecks scored three times to open the period and then held on for the 15-13 victory. Logan Schuss had a big night for the Vancouver visitors, finishing with five goals and nine points while Rhys Duch (three goals, five assists), Garrett Billings (two goals, five assists) and Corey Small (one goal, five assists) also had big games. Other than goals, Vancouver was ahead in every other statistical category, 50-48 in shots

on goal — and 75-63 in total shots — 66-59 for loose balls and 18-14 in face-offs. Special teams also saw the Stealth finish ahead as they went 4-for-7 with the man advantage (plus a shorthanded goal) compared to Calgary’s 2-for-6. The Stealth will look to get back on track when they host the NLL West Division-leading Colorado Mammoth (4-1) on Saturday night at the Langley Events Centre. Game time is 7 p.m. “We just have to move forward,” Stealth coach Dan Perreault told NLL.com following the game. “We need the same effort, the effort was good, we (just) have to regroup and go over a few things, clean up a few mistakes. “But bring the same intensity next week.”

Huge medal haul for Crib Wolves wrestlers at meets League Members of the Yorkson Creek wrestling team added another six medals to their recent haul of podium finishes. Ethan Jancowski (57 kg), Declan Shaw (31 kg) and Kayla Reber (90 kg) all won silver medals in their respective weight classes on Saturday at the Miri Piri Tournament. It was held at the Abbotsford Ag-Rec. Joining the trio with podium finishes were Erin Freda (68 kg), Dylan King (54 kg) and Sean Park (84 kg), who each won a bronze medal. The results come on the heels of

the school’s wrestlers combining to win another dozen medals at the Western Age Class tournament held at the Richmond Olympic Oval on Jan. 22 and 23. At that competition, Park, Freda, Reber and Clara Moore (90kg) each took gold in their weight classes. Jancowski, Brady Simonsen (36kg) and Harley Venaas (75 kg)won silver. And winning bronze were Brandon Chow (45 kg), Raul Deu (36 kg), Anthony Gwizd (57 kg), Scott Linden (31 kg) and Shaw.

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Please call: 604-728-1331

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SALES

ADULTS NEEDED TO DELIVER

the Surrey Leader and the Surrey Now.

Construction Electrician program also available.

Part-time, small vehicle required. Door to Door Delivery, Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays.

Call the School of Trades at 778-379-0410 or visit sprottshaw.com for more information.

Please call 604-575-5342

SALES REPRESENTATIVES

Experience in moulding, millwork, doors and interior finishing detail an asset. F/T - Monday-Friday. Strong Client Base, Competitive Wages, Co. Perks & Health Beneﬁts After 3 Months. Fax: 604-513-1194 Email: johnh @westcoastmoulding.com

WAREHOUSE WORKER Metrie has a F/T opportunity avail. for Graveyard or Afternoon shifts, 40hrs./wk with our growing company. Experience is an asset. Must be career driven to join our dynamic team!

Opportunity available for career advancement! Competitive Wages & Benefits! Fax resume: 604-888-5242 E-mail: Marcello.Fortuna @metrie.com

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Fabricator / Welder The Langley Concrete Group Wants You! 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. 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. 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

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

Waterworks Technology School - Get certified in 6 weeks. Earn $18-22/hr. 604.625.2272

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SUPPORT WORKER; Woman with disability requires a permanent P/T support worker to provide care for various duties & shifts. You must have completed a cert. support worker program and have current first aid, along with a clean BC drivers license.

CARRIERS

5 week practicum which is conducted 25/hrs per week, for a total of 125 hours. The program will provide students w/350 hrs towards apprenticeship training.

HOME CARE/SUPPORT

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

PIPELAYERS

Experience in residential draintile & services

Required for job sites in the Lower Mainland. Fax resume to: 604-460-7853 or email: wmader@telus.net

OUR COMPANY OFFERS:

Please e-mail resume, including cover letter & references: HR@ langleyconcretegroup.com

To Apply Please E-mail Resume To blair.gwilson@telus.net Or Fax: 604-873-0919

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: Steve Scott - Ad Manager Peace Arch News, #200 - 2411 - 160th St., Surrey, BC V3S 0C8 or email to steve.scott@peacearchnews.com

It is also an asset if you have a good knowledge of BC communities. This is a full time position based in Langley, BC. Black Press offers competitive compensation, a team environment, benefits and opportunity for career advancement. Please forward your resume with a brief note on why you are a great candidate to: Kristy O’Connor, Digital Sales Manager koconnor@bpdigital.ca Competition closes February 8, 2016

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Repairs & Reno’s, Sundecks & Additions, New Homes European Quality Workmanship CONTRACT OR HOURLY FREE ESTIMATES 28 YEARS IN BUSINESS

Hedge Trimming ~ Disposal

PERSONAL SERVICES

Full Landscape & Maintenance Services

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

*Free Estimate *Seniors Discount

Insured ~ WCB Over 25 yrs Exp.

Per Molsen 604-575-1240

300

A Jack of all trades? The classiﬁeds are where you ﬁnd services like tree removal, carpentry, lawn care, plumbing, masonry, remodeling and car repair. Call us today

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

604-575-5555 BlackPressUsed.ca

Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

Kristy 604.488.9161

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

LANDSCAPING

Taylored Landscape Maintenance and Design. Lawn, garden and landscape maintenance. Spring cleanup specials. 604 442 6749

Call 778-245-5006

320

MOVING & STORAGE

ABBA MOVERS & DEL Res/comm 1-5 ton truck, 2men fr $45. SENIOR DISCOUNT. Honest, bsmt clean up 25yrs Exp. 24hrs/7days 604-506-7576

AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com

$45/Hr

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

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

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

604-537-4140

284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

182

Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

Furnace & Air Conditioning

~ Hot water tanks ~ Gasfitting/Sheet metal $750 loans and more No credit checks Open 7 days from 8am to 8pm (EST)

1-855-527-4368

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

SAM PAINTING NO PAYMENT UNTIL JOB COMPLETELY 100% FINISHED.

604-461-0999 287

Apply at credit700.ca

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

2 Year Warranty - Free Estimate

Call 604-762-5436

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

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POLARBEARPAINTING.COM Paint 3 rooms walls only for $299. Cel: 604-866-6706

.Hayden Painting 778-229-0236 Family Owned & Operated Ryan 778.229.0236

HANDYMAN CONNECTION HANDYMAN CONNECTION Handyman Connection - Bonded -Renovations - Installations Repairs - 604.878.5232

DEAD LEVEL Construction Ltd. Complete Home Reno’s, Additions, Shops/Garages - from start to ﬁnish Suite Legalization Specialist WE DO IT ALL! www.deadlevel.ca Call Bob at 604-830-1322 BBB Accredited Member .CAN PRO Paint and Drywall. 3 Rooms $250. 604-7717052

SUNDECKS

Digital Recruitment Platform

Qualifications: • Strong telephone skills • Creative mindset • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment • Basic computer skills • Strong command of English, both verbal and written

287

Tree Pruning, Topping & Removal

National Sales Advisor -

Primary Focus: • Contact prospective business clients via phone and email • Develop trustworthy and informative relationships • Maintain a strong volume of calls with the assistance of our CRM system

GARDENING

ELECT SERVICES

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Are you confident enough to develop business conversations? Black Press publishes the Surrey Leader, Langley Times and Peace Arch News along with 150 other publications. We will develop individuals with an ambition to succeed whether they have deep post-secondary credentials or not. This is an exceptional opportunity if you are adept at making successful calls and highly rewarding to those that maintain the required pace. We have an immediate opening for a Sales Consultant on our Digital team representing our highly successful online recruitment platform LocalWorkBC.ca in over 85 BC print publications

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

.A Ram Gardening All Lawn care, Free Estimates, Lawn Cuts, Aerating, Weeding, Hedge Trimming, Pruning, Moss Control, Bark MulchCall Paul (778)316-3054

To Place An Ad

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

130

HELP WANTED

Call 604-575-5555

130

HELP WANTED

. Need Cash? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. SnapCarCash. 604-777-5046

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 203

ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

PETER NJENGA Chartered Professional Accountant - Accepting new clients. 604-5935447. pnnjenga@gmail.com

236

CLEANING SERVICES

EUROPEAN LADY 20 years exp. Home cleaning, laundry, fridge/stve Wkdy/wknds. Refs. 604-825-1289

257

DRYWALL

DEAD LEVEL Construction Ltd. Complete Drywall Work - $500 min. Bob 604-830-1322 www.deadlevel.ca BBB Accredited Member

260

ELECTRICAL

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

LOW RATES 604-617-1774 Licensed, Bonded, Expert trouble shooter. 24/7. 100% guaranteed.

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WAREHOUSE

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

Competitive Wages & Beneﬁts

Advertising Sales Consultant

164

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

ATLAS Copco Thiessen is looking for a Production Worker for the evening shift, 5 pm - 5 am. Mon, Tues, Wed. Experience in painting, grinding, drilling, forklift, overhead crane, preferred. Mechanically inclined. Good command of the English language. We want a team player who is quality and safety focused. Please email your resume to janice.moult@ca.atlascopco.com

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.

Quality comes first. Come join an award winning custom home builder. G Wilson Construction is currently hiring for long term positions for projects in Vancouver & West Vancouver. • Senior Project Managers • Project Managers • Project Coordinators • Journeyman Carpenters • 3rd & 4th Year Apprentices • Labourers • OFA 2 Attendants Experience in high-end custom homes preferred.

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

FENCING

DEAD LEVEL CONSTRUCTION. COMPLETE FENCING ($500 min.) Bob 604-830-1322 www.deadlevel.ca BBB Accredited Member

Vantage Way 7979 Vantage Way, Delta, V4G 1A6

Pressroom Helpers/ Stackers 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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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 338

A Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber

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

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

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PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 2 coats any colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls

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

PLUMBING

356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 552

RENTALS

GARDEN EQUIPMENT

706

JD 2011 D100 17.5 HP 42” Deck lawntractor & bagger, cart + other stuff $450 OBO 604-618-3361

560

MISC. FOR SALE

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

20% discount

REFORESTATION NURSERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free Shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca

612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE

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

338

PLUMBING

EXTRA CHEAP JUNK RUBBISH REMOVAL

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Almost for free! (778)997-5757

WATER HEATER REPLACEMENT SPECIALISTS

PETS

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477

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Villa Fontana & Stardust Michael - 604-533-7578

Rainbow & Majorca CALL FOR AVAILABILITY

M&M Meat Shops Franchise for sale in Cranbrook, BC. Owners retiring. Busy main street location. Call Kathy Hosseini @ 1-519-895-2580 ext. 448 kathy@mmms.ca

604-530-0030 www.cycloneholdings.ca

SUSSEX PLACE APTS

NEW 24x60 - 1440 sq/ft double wide in Abby 55+ Park. Pet ok. Pad $602/mo. Home $139,800. Chuck 604-830-1960.

CALL TODAY! 604-866-7080 www.benchmarkpainting.ca

2005 CHRYSLER 300 Ltd. 3.5L V6, silk green, all power, new brakes, senior driven TLC. 111K. Like New! $7850. 604-531-3436

Call 604.449.4940 Attention Car Collectors!!

www.bentallkennedyresidential.com www.thunderbirdrentals.com

1991 CAPRIS CLASSIC

Bentall Kennedy (Canada) LP

1 Owner - in good shape!

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

111,285 miles OPEN TO BEST OFFER. Come take it for a test drive!

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845 .Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244.

741

5555 208th Street, Langley Studio, 1 & 2 bdrms. Indoor swimming pool & rec facility. Incl heat & 1 prkg stall. No pets

Phone 604-530-1912

OFFICE/RETAIL

Langley Ofﬁce/Retail

HOMES FOR RENT

TOWN & COUNTRY APARTMENTS

Situated on 56th Avenue in Central Langley, 2,500 square feet of office/retail space. Zoned C1 Commercial. Call for details:

(604) 530 5646 or (604) 230-3903

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

750

• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

SUITES, LOWER

SOUTH SURREY Behind Choices Market Fully renovated 700sf. Bright 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. S/S appliances. $900 incls. utils. Available February 15. No pets! N/S Close to transit, amenities and Hwy. 99 Call: 604-488-9161 WHITE ROCK 5 yr old, 3 bdrm grnd lvl. 5 Min walk to pier. Good cond. $1500 incl util/lndry. 604-720-8655

DOWN TO BUSINESS

WITNESS NEEDED: Car accident on Jan. 6/16 at 5:50pm at Fraser Hwy & 151 St, Surrey, involving 2016 Kia Sorrento (tan) and 2003 VW Golf (white). Info required regarding third vehicle possibly involved in accident. Please call 604418-1924 with any info DO YOU OFFER HOME SERVICES? Home Improvements, Landscaping, Rubbish Removal, etc... Call today to place your ad 604-575-5555

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• Renovations • Shops/Garages • Additions • Tenant Improvements

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

CARS - DOMESTIC

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329 PAINTING & DECORATING

ROOM SPECIAL

818

HOMES FOR RENT

DELUXE 1 & 2 BDRM SUITES in Walnut Grove, Langley Includes large balcony, fireplace, in-suite laundry. Live, shop, work & play all in one location. Next to Colossus Theater (200/ #1 Hwy).

604-835-6300 or Nick @ 604-526-3604

SHARP upright rug VACUUM, $35. In really good cond. (604)427-4505

TRANSPORTATION

The Village at Thunderbird Centre

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

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

Ask about our

736

Call: 604-220-6905

2 bdrm suite Heat, H/W, cable incl, in a 55+ building. N/S,N/P.

PETS

UNDER $100

APARTMENT/CONDO

BROOKSWOOD COMMERCIAL LEASE spaces avail. at 208th St & 40th Ave. 1000 to 1500 s.f. $1500-$4500. HEY! 1.5 ACRES, fenced & secure lot now available on 208th near 40th. Has small trailer with washroom facilities & approx 3000 sq/ft of warehouse / storage / service building. Ph: Frank @ Noort Investments

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 523

706

RENTALS

Betsy - 604-312-1437

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

A LICENSED, HONEST PLUMBER & GAS FITTER. Furnace man with 35 yrs exp, ref’s, insured, reas rates Free Est. 24hrs. Don 604-220-4956 Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928

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The Parkview Terrace 5400 ~ 204 St.

Free Estimates

Call Sunny,778-893-1786

LANGLEY CITY APARTMENTS ON 201A

Langley

REAL ESTATE

on re-painting or

3 rooms $299

APARTMENT/CONDO

CYPRESS PLACE; High security, quiet senior, 50+ bldg. Close to all amens, ie: Seniors centre, Dr’s, lab, stores & bowling green. 1 Bdrm incl heat, htwtr & prkg. NP/NS. Contact Resident Mgr, Ann 604-530-2840.

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MACNAUGHTON & WARD

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