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Get hooked on reading! Donna McKinnon helped her daughter Ava (left), along with Ava’s Grade 1 classmate Claudia Drzewicki with their reading Tuesday, Feb. 8 at St. Patrick’s School. See story on page A5.

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Council narrows down Albion options

Monday’s workshop will feature a discussion mainly on two scenarios. Maria Rantanen mrantanen@mrtimes.com

Steve Wynnyk and his brother were for the longest time the “biggest opponents” of development of the Albion Flats, but because of development around them, they have been “squeezed out,” according to Wynnyk. The family has owned about 40 acres of farmland in the area now under consideration for development since 1948. But with the surrounding sports fields and the residential

areas above them, their land floods three to five times a year, making it unsuitable for farming, Wynnyk said. Because the family can’t farm the land, and because of the growing population, Wynnyk said it’s time to let it go for development. “It’s a natural progression based on population,” Wynnyk said. “As more people come in, it takes more to service (them).” Maple Ridge council decided at Tuesday’s council meeting not to forward the four Albion Flats concepts developed by the consultant to the Agricultural Land Commission for comment, but rather to take two of the scenarios – two and four – and work on those at Monday’s council

workshop meeting. Maple Ridge Mayor Ernie Daykin said after the meeting he was surprised council decided on those two plans because he felt they were the most “aggressive.” However, council also wants to incorporate elements from the other scenarios, he added. Daykin thought council would have accepted the offer from the Agricultural Land Commission to forward all four original concept plans to them for comment, an offer he would have favoured. The ALC is a provincial body with a mandate to protect agricultural land, Daykin said. “They have some pretty wideranging authority,” he said. Wynnyk said his fam-

ily has been working with SmartCentres, which owns land adjacent to theirs, but they have not had any discussions about selling to the company that develops shopping malls. If it is excluded from the agricultural land reserve, the family would like to develop it themselves to “get the highest and best use for the land,” he said. The Wynnyks used to grown corn for feed on their land on the Albion Flats, but that’s not been possible for the last few years because of flooding. “It’s progressively getting worse every year,” he said. At Tuesday’s meeting, Councillor Judy Dueck said council isn’t envisioning a “parking lot experience” while

developing the Albion Flats, and she wouldn’t support that kind of development. Councillor Cheryl Ashlie said she was concerned about what the burden to the taxpayer would be for some of the scenarios developed by the consultant. Ashlie said that scenario one doesn’t deliver on retail, and three would mean an investment of “huge public dollars.” Councillor Craig Speirs said he doesn’t want a “traffic magnet,” and that everyone who wants shopping now will later be complaining about traffic. Ashlie pointed out people are used to sitting in traffic looking for shopping in Coquitlam.

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Purse snatcher A woman was walking out of the Shoppers Drug Mart, located in the 22400 block of Dewdney Trunk Road, at about 7:45 p.m. on Tuesday night, when another woman tried to grab her purse.

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Canada needs you Canada Day in Maple Ridge has always been one big community Oliver Rathonyi photo party, and more Canada Day 2008 volunteers are needed to make this day a success. This year, committee chair Pat Rorick said the committee is hoping to invite those new to Canada and the community to take their Oath of Citizenship on July 1, and that is something she needs volunteers to help her accomplish.

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Courage awards The Courage to Come Back Awards nomination deadline has been extended. Nominations will be accepted until Monday, Feb. 21st at 5 p.m. for this year’s Courage to Come Back Awards, which honours British Columbians who have overcome challenges and reach out to help others.

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Julie MacMillan, owner of J&M Acres Horse Rescue, also has a few other animals such as Rocky the goat. She rescued him from the slaughter house after he licked her face in desperation.

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Local horse shelter always at capacity J&M Acres Horse Rescue in Maple Ridge survives solely on donations and fundraisers and has saved hundreds of horses over the past 15 years. by Amy Judd ajudd@mrtimes.com

Every time Julie MacMillan has to leave some horses behind at an auction that are destined for the slaughter house, it makes her sick, but she comforts herself knowing that she is saving as many as she can from that fate. “I get calls every day,” she said from people wanting her to take their horses. “If every horse person in Canada adopted a horse every year, there still wouldn’t be enough homes.” At J&M Acres it feels as if good

karma hangs in the air, and and crying loudly. MacMillan strives to look beyond “You get a little bit hardened,” the stories of animal abuse and she said smiling, “but you can’t neglect, to the happy endings of resist something licking your horses finding new and loving face.” homes. This all started for MacMillan, She currently has 10 horses at who is also a full-time bartender the rescue centre, at the Jolly Coachman and that is her pub, when she was at “If every horse person in capacity, but with an auction 15 years ago, Canada adopted a horse every and saw a semi truck two more comyear, there still wouldn’t be ing soon she said pull out filled with she tries to make horses on their way to enough homes.” space for 12 or 13. slaughter. The rescues She wanted to stress Julie MacMillan don’t end there however, that she however, as she has also picked doesn’t think the auction houses up a few rabbits, chickens, two are the problem. goats, and even a rooster. “That’s their job,” she said. “If “You can’t say no to lots of those horses weren’t at that aucthese stories,” she said, “it’s tion, they’d be starving in a field tough.” somewhere.” One of her goats, Rocky, was She is known around the aucin a pen at an auction destined tions now so even some of the for slaughter, but when he saw staff let her know when horses MacMillan he jumped up on the that can be rehabilitated are comside and started licking her face ing in.

She also gets horses from people that can no longer afford to keep them, and many are from the racing industry. One horse, Ozzy, needs some special TLC, as he was a racehorse, then was adopted by someone else but was so badly neglected by never having shelter, that MacMillan knows it will be a while before he can leave J&M Acres. She said her work with horses and other rescue animals “feeds her soul.” They are 100 per cent non-profit and could not survive without private donations. “People are so good,” she said. Now that the shelter has a website, MacMillan said they are getting calls from people all over B.C. “The more we can get out of here the more we can save.” To learn more about J&M Acres visit their website, www. jmacresrescue.com.

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Todd Kielan watched as his dog Maggie (grey), a four-year-old golden doodle, made friends with some other dogs in Volker Park on Saturday, Feb. 5.

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Dogs barking, torn-up grass, and loss of a neighbourhood park, are just a few of the concerns on the minds of residents adjacent to Volker Park in west Maple Ridge, and they want their issues heard. Charles Gale, one of the residents who lives next to the park, said that in the past people have always had their dogs off-leash without any fencing and he would like the park “given back to the neighbourhood.” “We’ve lost all our privacy since this dog park was established,” said Gale. His bedroom window is close to the entrance to the park and he said he and his wife are often woken up by barking dogs. “I don’t get to sleep in anymore,” he said. The off-leash dog park was established in spring 2010, and David Boag, the director of parks and facilities, said it was quite an involved process to choose where to locate the dog parks – there are now five in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows – and that Volker Park was an attractive location because it has been an unofficial dog park for a long time. He said that a bylaw prohibits dogs being at large in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows, and that is why these areas were established for dogs to run off-leash. A steering committee that was formed to help determine the locations and the

structure of the parks did talk to the residents in the area before it was constructed said Boag. One of the concerns that was raised was that residents asked for the size of the park to be reduced so that kids could still play and people could still walk through the park outside of the fence. “When we fence these things,” said Boag, “that means kids can still kick a ball, and people can still walk through the park.” Gale used to own a dog, and some of his neighbours who have submitted letters to the Parks and Leisure Services own dogs, so they say the dogs are not the issue, even if they are barking. It is the way the dog park has changed the look and neighbourhood feel of Volker Park, especially as people come from all over to use the area. “The fence doesn’t have a lot of meaning, except for those who can’t control their dogs,” said Gale. Boag said that he has heard some positive feedback from people who use Volker Park, but said people should be cognisant of those in the neighbourhood when they come to use the area. At the North Bonson dog park, the Parks and Leisure Services Commission have recently decided to move the fence back by 100 feet from Blakely Road, after residents lobbied for the change in boundary. “It will help create a bit of a buffer,” said Boag. “That’s a fair comment.” The commission met on Thursday night, and one of the agenda items was to discuss the concerns surrounding the dog park. Boag said he will be given direction from the commission as to how to proceed further with this issue.

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The book To See the Moon was the centre of attention for Matthew Kahsay, his son Grisham Matthew, and Gabe Vance during a workshop where parents read with students at St. Patrick’s School.

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Adults visiting St. Patrick’s School took part in a hands-on workshop on Tuesday, Feb. 8, with the focus on raising the next generation of readers. St. Patrick’s parents attended classes with their primary children during the school’s first Literary Afternoon. Parent-and-child teams learned new ideas about how to read together. St. Patrick’s principal Irene Wihak said the workshop supports parents in helping their children learn to read and appreciate literature, in collaboration with the school and its teachers. “We need children to be able to read in order to problem solve and make sense

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Peanut, who was found at a bus stop, has died. by Amy Judd ajudd@mrtimes.com

She never had a chance at life. At just one day old, she was put out in the cold, in a shoebox wrapped in a garbage bag at a bus stop on 207th Street, and despite efforts to save her, the little black and white puppy Peanut died Tuesday morning. She had gone home from Dewdney Animal Hospital on Monday afternoon

with Maple Ridge SPCA manager Mark Vosper and seemed to be doing okay at first. “In the early hours [of the morning] she didn’t want to take much milk,” said Vosper, “and then she was gone.” He said that the incision done on the umbilicus (belly button) was too close to the skin, and she had a pocket of pus that was attached to her umbilical vein. That coupled with the likelihood that she didn’t get to suckle within the first day or two, said Vosper, caused an infec-

tion and her death. “When she was brought in she was already hypothermic and she had seizures,” he added. BC SPCA are now on the case. Anyone with information can call the Maple Ridge SPCA at 604-463-9511.

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Bucker murder needs witnesses The 2008 death of a 21-year-old in Mission has a Maple Ridge link. by Amy Judd ajudd@mrtimes.com

Police know some individuals from Maple Ridge were at the New Year’s Eve party on Dec. 31, 2008 when Payton Booker ‘Dexter’ Buckner died. They are now urging those people, along with others from Mission and Coquitlam, to come forward and help police with their investigation.

“We know that some of the people that were at the party live in Maple Ridge,” said RCMP Cpl. Dale Carr of IHIT, “and have intimate knowledge of what happened, and have chosen not to be forthcoming with the police.” “To protect someone that has committed a crime as senseless as this one is unacceptable,” he said. During a recent review a number of additional tasks were identified and followed up, and that information has resulted in significant advancements in the investigation.

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Bookings are already being accepted, and there is still a lot of work to go, but the South Bonson Community Centre is on pace to be finished this summer. “All the windows are in and we’re going to be connecting to Hydro within two to three weeks,” said Pitt Meadows’ recreation manager Don Cramb. He gave a presentation to Pitt Meadows’ council in committee in January and said construction was about five days behind schedule, and it is still

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“There’s loads of vets in town, everyone knows the SPCA, so there’s no excuse, is there?” Those words from Maple Ridge SPCA manager Mark Vosper cut right to the heart of it. Vosper was talking about the daysold puppy who stole the hearts of everyone who met her, who read about her, who put their faith fervently in a veterinarian’s first encouraging words that suggested Peanut might survive, despite the odds that had been stacked against her. He was talking about the heartless individual who had left Peanut to die in a garbage plastic bag. But he was also talking to the many others who have committed similar sins against defenceless animals. Far too many such sins are committed far too often in our supposedly “civilized” society. Cases like Peanut’s grabs tearful attention because it’s so easy for almost anyone to see that puppies are naturally so gosh-darned cute. And the 100 huskies killed in a postOlympics economic down-sizing capture headlines because of the obvious inhumanity involved. But similar acts of violence and cruelty go on every day. One of the most obvious – and most common – is that of people who leave loyal friends behind in farmers’ fields, “trusting” that the kind farmer will take care of the “beloved” pet they can no longer take care of, for whatever reason. In the real world, few will survive. Some of the luckier cats or dogs will become coyote food, but many will die of starvation in an unfamiliar landscape, pining without understanding for the “friend” who abandoned them. There is no excuse for any of it. There are rational, humane alternatives for those who can no longer care for their pets. The Maple Ridge shelter in Albion is open and fully operational during construction of the new shelter. People who care are there to intercede on behalf of the animals. There is no excuse. Any acts of cruelty to animals should be reported to the Maple Ridge SPCA at 604-463-9511. – B.G.

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Town vs. gown, to the death This week marks the anniversary Oh, wait, wrong Woodstock. He of the St. Scholastica Day riots. was probably doing something king-y. If you’ve never heard of this, it’s Like hunting, or planning to invade likely because it’s the 715th anniverFrance. sary. Meanwhile, the scholars were told In 1355, Oxford had already been by their university chancellor to quit England’s pre-eminent college town Matthew all this nonsense and get back to for more than a century. The town studying Latin. Claxton Instead, they ran amok in the town, largely existed to serve the univerburning and looting. sity, which existed to crank out Painful Truth That afternoon, the townsfolk high-level clergy, scholars, and most armed themselves with bows and importantly, clerks for the King of ambushed and killed several scholars, Robin England. Hood style. Those clerks weren’t just glorified note-takThen, backed up by several thousand peasers; they were the backbone of King Edward III’s ants from the nearby countryside, the townsmen civil service. Without Oxford, there would be no stormed the university and did some burning and bureaucrats in government, no one with learning looting of their own. to write and interpret the law. The next day, townsmen sacked a number of Without them, in other words, it would have halls where students lived, killed more scholjust been a bunch of drunk knights with sharp ars, and even scalped some. The students and bits of metal and too much testosterone. Not a instructors fled, not to return to Oxford for recipe for calm governance. months. About 90 people, two-thirds students, So Oxford University had special rights, and exercised quite a bit of influence over how things were dead. The king, of course, sided with the scholars he were run in the town – which seems to have needed to keep things running. They were given grated on the townsfolk a little. amnesties and urged to come back. On Tuesday, Feb. 10, 1355, two students, The town, meanwhile, was punished by having named Walter Spryngeheuse and Roger de many of its rights and responsibilities (tax colChesterfield (a.k.a. Roger de Sofa), bought some lecting, policing, road repair) given to the univerwine at a tavern in town, didn’t like it, and beat sity. The town was also fined 250 pounds, which the tar out of the barkeep. was probably enough then to buy and sell almost The tavern keeper called in friends and fameveryone in Oxford. ily and the local constables, who tried to arrest An annual payment was also made by town to the two finicky scholars. But oops, scholars at university, every year up to the 1820s! Oxford were technically members of the clergy, Is there a lesson in this mess? (Aside from, and therefore not subject to town law. The uni“Serve good beer in university pubs.”) versity refused to punish the students. Just the usual ones. When one group is seen Some townsfolk apparently tried to shove their to have privileges and rights denied to another way into the university and were repulsed by a group, friction will result. Keep it up, and the group of students. situation can burst into flame. On Wednesday, things got really ugly. The best lesson of the Oxford riots may be The mayor of the town rode off to nearby that this can happen with any group. A group of Woodstock, where the king happened to be busy sober, studious, robed future clergymen? A quiet rolling around in the mud, getting high, and lisEnglish town? Just another powderkeg. tening to Jimi Hendrix.

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Zone opposition appreciated Dear editor, Many thanks to Mayor Don MacLean and Councillors John Becker and Doug Bing for doing the right thing and opposing the rezoning on Hammond Road, which passed with the votes of Councillors Bruce Bell, Tracy Miyashita, Gwen O’Connell, and Deb Walters. The larger lots on the south side of Hammond Road, between Blakely and South Bonson and the community, should not be abused by muddle-headed thinking. They are located on a very high traffic route that should not be bastardized by small-lot development. There is no rear-lane access to properties along Hammond Road, yet four councillors thought it made sense to put four new homes on midget lots, and at the T-intersection of North Bonson and Hammond Road no less. Obviously not enough was learned from the subdivision of larger lots into two on the north side of Hammond Road in the 19300 block.

At that time, we conducted traffic counts and had the support of all but one property owner in opposition. Council ignored us – the people who live on Hammond Road. Today we live with more driveways, more vehicles needing to park along and turn onto and off Pitt Meadows’ busiest single-family street. My neighbours across the street can most often not see cyclists and higherspeed westbound traffic as they leave their driveways, because the adjacent “small lot” houses need to park several vehicles on Hammond Road. We knew this could happen and said so. Council did not listen. I’m paying attention, and I hope others are too: planning, zoning, and rezoning require very careful consideration. Hammond Road – the road to Hammond – is not just any other street. If some councillors can’t respect the differences, they should be replaced. F.G. Higgs, Pitt Meadows

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Puppy received maximum effort Dear editor, How wonderful it was to see Dr. Adrian Walton in the paper [Day-old puppy abandoned in shoebox, Feb. 8, The TIMES]. Dr. Walton cares so much for all the animals that come under his care. Though it is sad that tiny Peanut did not make it,

I have no doubt that Dr. Walton did all he could to save the life of the little pup. Our family went through something similar 2½ years ago when our newly purchased Chihuahua puppy got extremely ill with coccidia at just 12 weeks old. Dr. Walton and his staff

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Huskies’ deaths haunting Dear editor,

I can’t remember the last time a photo has upset me as much as one of the 100 innocent husky dogs that had outlived their usefulness and were tortured and senselessly slaughtered last April. I cannot get that picture out of my head. I feel a lot of emotions: anger, disgust, and even shame that I belong to a species that would commit such a cruel act. There have always been pathetic, weak monsters who will do anything for money, or just simply do whatever they are told, just to keep a job, but there simply is no excuse or reason for what was done to these beautiful, innocent creatures. Everyone, from the top down, involved with this heinous outrage should be prosecuted to the full extent of the law. Getting rewarded by WorkSafeBC for having no sense of right or wrong is just plain wrong. The laws should be changed so this kind of tragedy can never happen again. I can only hope that those responsible for this nightmare are haunted for the rest of their lives by what they have done. It is going to be a quite a while to put this senseless tragedy out of my mind.

Wayne Clark, Maple Ridge

treated her at the clinic, and when things looked bad, he even decided to take Lily home to keep a close eye on her condition and to cuddle her and keep her warm all night. He took the time to call us at 11:30 at night to let us know how she was doing. Things did not look good, and we expected the worst. When the call came in the morning, we got fantastic news. He (and his wife) had stayed up all night with Lily, and with his constant care and love, Dr. Walton was able to pull her though one of the worst cases of coccidia he had seen. We are grateful to all of his staff as well, because the care continued at the clinic the next day, as they all took turns carrying our Lily like a baby kangaroo in a pouch. We were fortunate. Today Lily is happy and healthy, thanks to Dr Walton and his staff. As sad as it is that Peanut did not make it, we know there will be others who will, thanks to Dr. Walton and his wonderful staff at Dewdney Animal Hospital. Holly Richardson, Maple Ridge

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“It’s great that they still provide funding “Because of her condition also, she for wheelchairs, but that’s not the only needs a chair that will form to her course of seating these young individuals body,” Bill explained. “She’s going to get should have,” Bill added. scoliosis and poor posture in it because The Nagys said they secured $1,300 she’s a lot bigger now, so she’s always in funding from the children’s program [slouched]. She needs to be supported before Brianne’s 18th birthday. They and this new chair will help her support.” then approached the Ministry of Social The chair the Nagys need is a “comfy Development, which runs the adult prochair,” which is different from a wheelgram, for additional funding on Aug. 13. chair because it’s designed to be comfortMeanwhile, Variety-The Children’s able to sit in for hours at a time. Most Charity, stepped in to offer their assistimportantly, it would keep Brianne safe ance, pledging $1,000 toward the chair, during seizures while preventing her care later increasing that amount to $2,200. workers from being injured. “Variety stepped in a long time ago, “We’ll be up here prepping dinner or almost a year ago,” Kelly said. “Canuck something, hands full of stuff, and all of Place hospice was the one who got a sudden she’ll start flailing,” Bill said. Variety involved, because they asked “You’ve got to drop everyVariety for emergency thing and run over there.” funds… they’ve been won“I think it’s not fair because Last month in January, derful.” she had 153 seizures, includ- there are so many kids out there The Nagys were denied ing 53 in one day on Jan. 9. that are going to be adults who funding by the ministry on Kelly diligently keeps track Oct. 1. They resubmitted need these types of chairs.” of Brianne’s seizures, charttheir request, only to be ing them on a graph providdenied a second time on Kelly Nagy ed by one of their doctors. Nov. 1. They spent Dec. The Nagys have previously 30 at a tribunal to appeal received financial support from the govthe previous decisions, but were denied ernment through the At Home Program, once again on Jan. 6, leaving them short which helps children with disabilities and $2,200 for the new chair. their families get the equipment and help Bill and Kelly both said they were frusthey need. When Brianne turned 18 on trated with the transition phase, and the July 12, 2010 she joined the adult proway services are taken away from indigram, and Bill and Kelly discovered that viduals when they become adults. sitting devices like the specialized “comfy “I guess the premise is that they chair” she needs are no longer funded. become an adult,” Kelly said. “When Kelly said wheelchairs are covered in you’re a child, you get everything, but the adult program, but other types of when you turn into an adult they take chairs were taken out of the legislation in [services] away. What about these kids April 2010, three months before Brianne who are 19? They don’t change, nothing transitioned to the adult program. changes. They’re the same.” “I think it’s not fair because there are The Nagys have now exhausted their so many kids out there that are going appeals to the ministry and are still workto be adults who need those types of ing to secure additional funding toward chairs,” Kelly said. “It’s crazy, because the chair. what, are they going to sit for 16 hours The Ministry of Social Development a day in a wheelchair and not have comcould not be reached for comment before fort?” the TIMES’ press deadline.

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It’s the Year of the Rabbit — a lucky year hopefully for the Friends In Need Food Bank as well. To celebrate Chinese New Year and to raise money, the food bank is holding a fundraiser this Saturday with live entertainment and food from Enjoy Gardens, a restaurant in Pitt Meadows that gave the food bank “a really skookum deal,” said Friends In Need executive director Joanne Olson. Last year the event raised $4,000 for the Friends In Need Food Bank after the proceeds were split with the Pitt Meadows Lions. This year the food bank will be the sole beneficiary of the fundraiser, and

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Friday, February 11, 2011

Theatre

Local school production set to be a B.C. first The Putnam County Spelling Bee will come to life on the Meadowridge School Theatre stage this month. by Troy Landreville

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The dramatics, personalities, and inner workings of a smalltown spelling bee will unfold in the Meadowridge School Theatre next week. The Maple Ridge School is staging the first full-scale British Columbia school production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee from Wednesday, Feb. 16 to Saturday, Feb. 19. A preview matinee is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 15. Rhys Clarke will direct the play, featuring Faran Mahboubi as William Barfeé, Sarah Dugdale as Olive Ostrovsky, and Harrison Collett as the ill-fated Chip Tolentino. Other casting includes Jerry Yang as Leaf Coneybear and Maddison Ebner as Logainne Schwartzandgrubenierre. Set in a dank middle-school auditorium during a regional spelling bee, this story is a comedy about pubescence, with wonderful music and vivid characters, Clarke said. “It’s about early teen angst being played out in a very, very funny way,” said Clarke, who

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Sarah Dugdale becomes Olive Ostrovsky and Faran Mahboubi plays the role of William Barfeé in the Meadowridge School production of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee in mid February. described the production as a “comedy musical.” “It’s very modern,” he said. “It’s still on Broadway and it’s ridiculously funny.” Clarke said volunteers will be pulled from the audience and onto the stage to test their spelling skills during the production. In the lobby before the show, interested audience members will fill out an information sheet. As the show begins, one of the

judges calls the spellers onto the stage and they sit amongst the actors and prepare to come to the microphone and spell. “If they misspell, they are sent back to the audience with great fanfare and a juice box,” Clarke said. Faran Mahboubi joins this cast after from his recent performance in Cosi at the school. Other recent work includes Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods and

Shakespeare’s As You Like It for Jan Elsted in the Shakespeare Showcase in 2010. In 2008 Mahboubi received acclaim for his involvement in the school production of Rent, revealing his creative range. Clarke is known at the school as the man behind the production of Run Lola Run in 2003. Some of his recent directing work includes Rent, The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie and Bang

Bang You’re Dead. This year, he will also direct David Campton’s The Cagebirds for the provincial drama festival. Sarah Dugdale will appear as Olive Ostrovsky in this show. Her stage work includes Mulan and Into the Woods at Meadowridge Theatre. Jerry Yang also recently appeared in Mulan and the Drama Showcase at the school. Stephanie Cramer has acted for three years at the school with performances in The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie and Into the Woods, where her outstanding singing voice stole the show, Clarke noted. The play’s costumes and sets were designed by Rhonda Laurie. The full cast includes: Harrison Collett, Stephanie Cramer, Sarah Dugdale, Janine de Klerk, Maddison Ebner, Alex Kwon, Shermaine Lee, Faran Mahboubi, Ashwin Singh, Sam Weselowski, and Jerry Yang.

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What: The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee by William Finn and Rachel Sheinkin When: Feb. 16-19 at the Meadowridge School Theatre, 12224 240th St. Preview matinee: Tuesday, Feb. 15 Online: www.meadowridge. bc.ca Tickets: $10 to $12

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ON SELECT NEW 2011 FORD TRUCKS

2011

TITAN OR

PURCHASE FINANCING FOR UP TO

XTR PACKAGE, CHROME STEPS, 4.6L, V8, TOW PACKAGE AND MORE!

72 MONTHS*

ON OTHER SELECT MODELS.

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UP TO

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2010 FORD F150 SUPERCAB XTR 4X4

MSRP $41,379

PLUS $1000 OF ACCESSORIES

CASH PURCHASE DISCOUNT!

WEST COAST DISCOUNT - $2,436 DELIVERY ALLOWANCE - $8,000 Additional Incentives you may qualify for: - $2,000 RECYCLE YOUR RIDE FORD CREDIT CASH - $1,000

ON OTHER SELECT MODELS. SL CREW CAB MODEL SHOWN"

www.nissan.ca/titan

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72 MONTHS*

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ON OTHER SELECT MODELS. 4.0 SV 4X4 MODEL SHOWNS"

www.nissan.ca/frontier

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2011

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you

PURCHASE FINANCING FOR UP TO

72 MONTHS*

4,000

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ON SELECT NEW 2011 FORD VEHICLES

ON OTHER SELECT MODELS.

2011 FORD FIESTA SE

SV MODEL SHOWNS"

AUTO, SPORT PACKAGE, SPOILER, ALLOYS, SYNC AND MORE!!

2011

PATHFINDER

ONLY

PURCHASE FINANCING FOR UP TO

72 MONTHS

$0 DOWN ONLY

ON OTHER SELECT MODELS.

4,000

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LE MODEL SHOWNS "

www.nissan.ca/pathfinder

LOUGHEED HWY

2 300

In Partnership with

N 203rd

HARRIS RD

PITT RIVER BRIDGE

1% PREFERRED CUSTOMER RATE REDUCTION AVAILABLE TO ELIGIBLE RETURNING CUSTOMERS!

DEALER #30501

2003

FORD LETS YOU RECYCLE YOUR OR OLDER VEHICLE TOWARDS MOST NEW FORD VEHICLES. AND GET UP TO $ ,

This offer is in addition to incentives currently offered when combined with the $300 available from the Retire Your Ride program, funded by the Government of Canada on qualifying vehicles of model year 1995 or older. Incentives range from $1000 to $2000. Visit www.ford.ca for details.

VISIT YOUR LOCAL NISSAN RETAILER TODAY OR nissan.ca FOR DETAILS

MEADOWS GARDEN GOLF

19,999

288

48 MONTHS LEASE

STK#FT163635

ON OTHER SELECT MODELS.

19625 LOUGHEED HWY

WORTH OF

NO EXTRA CHARGE OPTIONS

OR ACCESSORIES. OR AGAINST THE PURCHASE OR LEASE OF MOST NEW 2011 FORD VEHICLES.

www.nissan.ca/xterra

WEST COAST NISSAN

today.

APR

ON OTHER SELECT MODELS.

All prices and payments are net of all rebates and plus $399 administration fee, taxes and levies. 2011 Fiesta lease for $288 per month plus taxes and fees, $500 Custom Cash used to reduce selling price, due at signing $995 and includes ямБrst lease payment, admin fees and taxes. OAC. See dealer for details.

20370 LOUGHEED HWY., MAPLE RIDGE

1.866.244.1860

Friday, February 11, 2011

HELP BUST CRIME…

The Ridge-Meadows RCMP is looking for the following people. If you see any of them, do not attempt to apprehend them. Please contact the RCMP immediately by calling 604463-6251 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477. The warrants attached to these individuals were still outstanding as of 10 a.m. Thursday. Remember: all of the listed people are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.

FLORENCE, Cody Matthew

Born: Jan. 29, 1981 Wanted in connection with File #2010-28260 Wanted for theft.

199 2.99% ††

0 @

5.6L/100km hwy, 8.0L/100km city†

2011 FOCUS SE SPORT

OWN IT TODAY FOR ONLY

18,499

Offer includes $500 custom cash and $1,550 freight & air tax.

APR PURCHASE FINANCING

FOR UP TO

On most 2011 Focus models (excluding S)

HAMBLY, Alison Jennifer

Born: March 24, 1974 Wanted in connection with File #2009-20453 Wanted for theft.

Get the

ON SELECT NEW 2011 FORD VEHICLES

FORD LETS YOU RECYCLE YOUR

2003 OR OLDER VEHICLE & GET UP TO $2,300

▼

TOWARDS MOST NEW FORD VEHICLES.

To get the options you want today, visit your BC Ford Store during the Ford Custom Car Event today. MORGAN, Dean Clayton

Born: June 7, 1969 Wanted in connection with File #2010-12180 Wanted for theft.

you today.

2011 FIESTA SE 4-DOOR

5.3L/100km hwy, 7.1L/100km city†

LEASE IT TODAY FOR ONLY

BEST NEW SMALL CAR (UNDER $21,000)

2011 FIESTA

Per month for 48 months with $2,350 down payment. Offer includes $500 custom cash and $1,550 freight & air tax. LAPR

O OR PURCHASE A 2011 FIESTA S SEDAN FOR ONLY

13,949 **

Offer includes $500 custom cash and $1,450 freight.

APR *

GET UP TO

PURCHASE FINANCING

2011 FUSION S

6.2L/100km hwy, 9.5L/100km city†

OWN IT TODAY FOR ONLY

18,999

Offer includes $1,500 delivery allowance, $1,000 custom cash and $1,550 freight & air tax.

CANADA’S BEST SELLING MIDSIZE SEDAN#

MONTHS

APR PURCHASE FINANCING

‡

OR ACCESSORIES. OR AGAINST THE PURCHASE OR LEASE OF MOST NEW 2011 FORD VEHICLES VEHICLES.

NO EXTRA CHARGE OPTIONS WORTH OF

CANADA’S BEST SELLING COMPACT SUV#

7.1L/100km hwy, 9.1L/100km city†

2011 ESCAPE XLT FWD

OWN IT TODAY FOR ONLY

20,999

Offer includes $500 custom cash and $1,550 freight & air tax.

On most 2011 Escape models (excluding I4 manual)

FOR UP TO

MONTHS

In Partnership with

bcford.ca bcford ca

WISE BUYERS READ THE LEGAL COPY: Dealer may sell or lease for less. Limited time offers. Offers may be cancelled at any time without notice. Factory order or dealer transfer may be required. See your Ford Dealer for complete details or call the Ford Customer Relationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673. ‡Offer valid from February 1, 2011 to March 31, 2011 (the “Program Period”). Receive a maximum of [$500]/ [$1000] worth of selected Ford custom accessories, factory installed options, or Customer Cash with the purchase or lease of a new 2011 Ford [Fiesta, Focus, Escape]/[Fusion, Mustang (excluding GT 500), Taurus, Edge, Flex, Explorer, Expedition, E-Series, Transit Connect] (each an “Eligible Vehicle”) during the Program Period (the “Offer”). Offer must be applied to the Eligible Vehicle. The Eligible Vehicle must be delivered or factory ordered during the Program Period. Taxes payable on the total price of the Eligible Vehicle (including accessories and factory options), before the Offer value is deducted. This Offer is subject to vehicle, accessory, and factory installed option availability. Dealer may sell for less. Only one (1) Offer may be applied toward the purchase or lease of each Eligible Vehicle. This Offer can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford of Canada at the time of factory order or delivery,but not both.This Offer is not combinable with CPA,GPC,Daily Rental Allowances,the Commercial Connection Program,the Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP),or the A/X/D/Z/F Plan Program.Limited time offer.Offer may be cancelled at any time without notice.Some conditions apply.Offer available to residents of Canada only.See Dealer for details. ††Lease a new 2011 Fiesta SE 4-Door with 2.99% lease annual percentage rate (LAPR) for up to 48 months on approved credit (OAC) from FordCredit.Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest APR payment. Additional payments required. Monthly payment is $199, total lease obligation is $11,902, optional buyout is $6,530. Examples are based on $2,350 down payment or equivalent trade in. Taxes payable on full amount of lease financing price after any price adjustment is deducted. Some conditions and mileage restrictions of 80,000km over 48 months apply. A charge of 16 cents per km over mileage restrictions applies, plus applicable taxes. Taxes payable on full amount of lease financing price after any price adjustment is deducted. Offer includes air tax & freight of $1,550 and excludes license, insurance, registration, PPSA, Fuel Fill Charge,administration fees and all other applicable taxes. *Receive 0% APR purchase financing on new 2011 Ford [Fiesta (excluding S) / Edge (excluding SE)]/[Flex (excluding SE)]/[Focus (excluding S) / Escape (excluding I4 Manual)] models for a maximum of [36]/[60]/[72] months to qualified retail customers,on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit.Not all buyers will qualify forthe lowest interestrate.Example: $30,000 purchase financed at 0% APR for 36/60/72 months,monthly payment is $833.33/$500/$416.67,cost of borrowing is $0 or APR of 0% and total to be repaid is $30,000.Down payment on purchase financing offers may be required based on approved credit from Ford Credit. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price. **Cash purchase a new 2011 Fiesta S Sedan / 2011 Focus SE Sport / 2011 Fusion S / 2011 Escape XLT FWD manual for $13,949 / $18,499 / $18,999 / $20,999. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after delivery allowance of $0 / $0 / $4,000 / $0 deducted. Offers include freight and air tax of $1,450 / $1,550 / $1,550 / $1,550 but exclude variable charges of license, fuel fill charge, insurance, registration, PPSA, administration fees, any environmental charges or fees,and all applicable taxes. All prices are based on Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price. ▼Program in effect from Jan.4/11,to Mar.31/11 (the“ProgramPeriod”).To qualify for a Ford Recycle Your Ride Program (“RYR”)rebate (“Rebate(s)”),customer must qualify for and takepart in either the“Retire Your Ride Program”delivered by SummerhillImpact with financial support from the Government of Canada,or SummerhillImpact’s“Car Heaven Program”.To qualify for the“Retire Your Ride Program”,which offers $300 cash or rebate onthe purchase of a 2004 or newer vehicle,customer must turn in a1995 model year or older vehicle in running condition (able to start and move) whichhasbeenproperlyregisteredandinsuredforthelast 6monthstoanauthorizedrecycler.Toqualifyforthe“CarHeaven Program”,customermustturnina2003modelyearoroldervehicleinrunningconditionwhichhasbeenregisteredandinsuredforthelast6monthstoanauthorizedrecycler.Ifacustomerqualifies forCarHeavenorRetireYourRide,FordofCanada(“Ford”)willprovideanadditionalRebate,withthepurchase orlease ofaneligiblenew2010 F-150/2011FordorLincolnvehicle(excludingallFiesta,RangerandMediumTruckmodels),intheamountof$1,000CDN[Focus(excluding2011S),Fusion(excluding 2011 S), Taurus (excluding 2011 SE),Mustang (excluding GT500,Boss 302,and 2011 Value Leader),Transit Connect (excluding EV),Escape (excluding 2011 XLT I4 Manual),Edge (excluding 2011 SE),Flex (excluding 2011 SE)] or $2,000CDN [Explorer (excluding 2011 Basemodels),Sport Trac,F-150 (excluding Raptor and 2011 Regular Cab XL 4X2),F-250 to F-550,E-Series,Expedition,MKZ,MKS,MKX,MKT,Navigator] (each an“Eligible Vehicle”).Taxes payable before Rebate amount is deducted.RYR Rebates are available to residents of Canada only excluding Northwest Territories,Yukon Territory,and Nunavut.Eligible Vehicle must be purchased,leased, or factory ordered during the Program Period to qualify for a Rebate.Rebates can be used in conjunction with most retail consumer offers made available by Ford at either the time of factory order or delivery,but not both.Rebates not available on any vehicle receiving CPA,GPC,Commercial Connection,or Daily Rental Rebates and Commercial Fleet Incentive Program (CFIP).Limited time offer,see dealer for details or call Ford CustomerRelationship Centre at 1-800-565-3673.© 2011 Ford Motor Company ofCanada,Limited.All rights reserved. †Estimated fuel consumption ratings for 2011 Escape FWD 2.5L I4 5-Speed Manual / 2011 Escape FWD 2.5L I4 6-Speed Automatic / 2011 Fiesta 1.6L I4 5-SpeedManual / 2011 Fusion S FWD 2.5L I4 6-Speed Manual / 2011 Focus Sedan 2.0L I4 5-Speed Manual.Fuel consumption ratings basedon Transport Canada approved test methods and competitive information available at the time of posting.Actual fuel consumption may vary based on road conditions,vehicle loading,and driving habits. #Based on R.L.Polk Canada,Inc.vehicle registrationsdata,YTD December 2010.Classis small utility.Class is intermediate sized cars..

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MCKENDRY, Mickey Alexander

Born: May 20, 1987 Wanted in connection with File #2010-25264 Wanted for impaired driving.

Wise customers read the fine print: •, ±, †† The Breakthrough Year Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating dealers on or after January 6, 2011. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. See participating dealer for complete details and conditions. •$37,980 Purchase Price applies to 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo (26E) only. Pricing includes freight ($1,400) and excludes licence, insurance, registration, any dealer administration fees and other applicable fees and applicable taxes. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Dealers may sell for less. See participating dealers for complete details. ±Variable Prime Rate financing up to 84 months is offered on approved credit on most new 2010 and 2011 vehicles to qualified retail customers through TD Financing Services and Royal Bank of Canada. Bi-weekly payments shown are based on 84-month terms. Variable rate shown is based on TD and RBC Prime Rate and fluctuates accordingly. Payments and financing term may increase or decrease with rate fluctuations. RBC offer not open to Quebec dealers. TD offer is not open to residents of Newfoundland and Labrador, Yukon, Nunavut and Northwest Territories. Some conditions apply. See participating dealers for complete details. ††Customer Choice Financing for 36-, 48- and 60-month terms on approved credit through TD Financing Services and Ally Credit Canada is available at participating dealerships to qualified retail customers on most new 2010 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram models (except Grand Caravan Cargo Van and Ram Chassis Cab) and select 2011 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram models. The following terms apply to TD Financing Services contracts. (Different contract terms apply to Ally Credit Canada offers. See your dealer for complete details.) Vehicles are financed over a 36-, 48- or 60-month term with payments amortized over a term of up to 96 months and the pre-determined residual balance payable at the end of the contract. At contract’s end, customers have the choice of returning their vehicle through a Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram dealership with no further obligations (except payment of a $199 return fee and excess wear and tear, mileage and similar charges), financing the remaining balance for the rest of the amortization period at then-current standard rates or paying the residual balance in full. Some conditions apply. Customer Choice Financing offered by TD in Quebec is subject to different terms and conditions. All advertised Customer Choice Financing offers are TD offers. Example: 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo (26E) with a Purchase Price of $37,980 financed at 2.99% APR over 60 months with payments amortized over 80 months equals 130 bi-weekly payments of $241 and one final payment of $10,355 for a cost of borrowing of $3,699 and a total obligation of $41,679. Taxes, licence, insurance, registration, excess mileage and wear and tear charges, any dealer administration fees and other applicable fees and charges not included. Dealers may sell for less. See participating dealers for complete details. ♠Based on Ward’s 2010 Middle SUV classification. ¤ Based on 2010 EnerGuide Fuel Consumption Guide ratings published by Natural Resources Canada. Transport Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel consumption may vary. The Best Buy Seal is a registered trademark of Consumers Digest Communications LLC, used under licence. ®Jeep is a registered trademark of Chrysler Group LLC. ®SIRIUS and the dog logo are registered trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. Customer Choice Financing is a trademark of Chrysler Group LLC.

Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows Times Friday, February 11, 2011

NEW LUXURY ON THE INSIDE. ALL JEEP ON THE OUTSIDE.

LEGENDARY JEEP CAPABILITY

2011 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LAREDO

PURCHASE FOR

37,980

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•

OR CHOOSE

INCLUDES FREIGHT.

• Over 1,000 Kilometre Driving Range on a single tank of gas

232

BI-WEEKLY

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FOR 84 MONTHS

3.00 %

• Unsurpassed 4x4 Highway Fuel Economy ♠: HWY: 8.9L/100 KM/CITY: 13.0L/100 KM¤ ±

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OR CHOOSE

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FOR 60 MONTHS AND $0 DOWN

WITH OPTION TO RETURN TH THE OPT AFTER 60 MONTHS

NEW FEATURES FOR THE 2011 MODEL

• Mid-size Utility of the Year according to Auto123.com

• New 3.6L PentastarTM V6 delivering 290 hp

• New Premium Interior & 4-Wheel Independent Suspension

• Keyless Enter-N-Go with Proximity Sensor

• Quadra-Trac I® 4-Wheel Drive System

• More than 45 Safety & Security Features Optional Select-TerrainTM System UconnectTM System with Optional Garmin GPS

New Premium Interior

Keyless Enter-N-Go

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APPLEWOOD KIA

NEW YEAR’S

THE

FINANCING FOR UP TO

MOS.**

ON SELECT MODELS

START THE YEAR

$$$

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UNTIL SPRING♦

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ALL VEHICLES INCLUDE:

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2011 Optima ALL NEW

23,645

STARTING AT

Refreshments and Give Aways SPECIAL PREFERRED INTEREST RATES 24-HR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

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7 DAY/1,000 KM CUSTOMER EXCHANGE PRIVILEGE

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No Payments Until Spring 2011? (60 day payment deferral) applies to purchase financing offers on all new 2011 and remaining 2010 Kia models on approved credit (O.A.C.). No interest will accrue during the first 30 days of the finance contract. After this period interest starts to accrue and the purchaser will repay principal and interest monthly over the term of the contract. 0% purchase financing available on select 2011 Kia models for up to 84 months on approved credit (OAC). 0% purchase financing available on all 2011 Kia Rio, Rio5 models for up to 84 months on approved credit (OAC). Loan Credit for 2011 Rio (RO542B) / 2011 Rio5 (RO552B) / 2011 Forte (FO540B)/ 2011 Forte Koup (FO521B) / 2011 Forte5 (FO550B) / 2011 Soul (SO550B) / 2011 Rondo (RN751B) / 2011 Sportage (SP55AB) / 2011 Sorento (SR540B) / 2011 Sedona (SD751B)/ 2011 Borrego (BN756B) is up to $1000/ $1000/ $500/ $500/ $500 /$500 / $1,000 / $0 / $1,250/ $1,500 / $1,500. Loan credit varies by model and trim. Cash Purchase Credit for 2011 Rio (RO542B) / 2011 Rio5 (RO552B) / 2011 Forte (FO540B)/ 2011 Forte Koup (FO521B) / 2011 Forte5 (FO550B) / 2011 Soul (SO550B) / 2011 Rondo (RN751B) / 2011 Sportage (SP55AB) / 2011 Sorento (SR540B) / 2011 Sedona (SD751B)/ 2011 Borrego (BN756B) is $3,700 / $2,700/ $1,250 / $750 / $1,000 / $2,000 / $3,000 / $2,000 / $4,100 / $6,000 / $4,000. Cash purchase credit varies by models and trims. Cash purchase price for 2011 Rio EX MT (RO542B) / 2011 Forte Koup (FO521B) / 2011 Forte5 (FO550B) / 2011 Soul 1.6L MT (SO550B) / 2011 Rondo LX (RN751B) / 2011 Sportage (SP55AB) / 2011 Sorento LX MT (SR540B) is $11,450 / $19,700 / $17,150 / $15,645 / $18,645 / $21,645 / $21,545 and includes cash credit of $3,700/ $750 / $1,000 / $2,000 / $3,000 / $2,000 / $4,100 based on an MSRP of $15,150 / $20,450 / $18,150 / $17,645 / $21,645 / $23,645 / $25,645. 2011 Soul 1.6 Litre $99.00 bi-weekly payments based on selling price of $17,645 over a 60/84 month term at 1.49% interest the cost of borrowing is $843.00 and the residual is $5119.00 plus HST OAC, 2011 Soul 2U $115.00 bi-weekly payments based on selling price of $20,000 over a 60/84 month term at 1.49% interest the cost of borrowing is $865.00 and the residual is $5791.00 plus HST OAC, 2011 Soul 4U $121.00 bi-weekly payments based on the selling price of $21,000 over a 60/84 month term at 1.49% interest the cost of borrowing is $914.00 and the residual is $6116.00 plus HST OAC, 2011 Forte LX $111.00 bi-weekly payments based on the selling price of $19,150 over a 60/84 month term at 1.9% interest the cost of borrowing is $1084.00 and the residual is $5569.00 plus HST OAC, 2011 Forte EX $118.00 bi-weekly based on the selling price of $20,289 over a 60/84 month term at 1.9% interest the cost of borrowing is $1157.00 and the residual is $5945.00 plus HST OAC, 2011 FORTE SX $139.00 bi-weekly based on the selling price of $23,300 over a 60/84 month term at 1.9% interest the cost of borrowing is $1355.00 and the residual is $6964.00 plus HST OAC, 2011 Sportage LX $179.00 bi-weekly payments based on the selling price of $28,645 over a 60/84 month term at 2.9% interest the cost of borrowing is $2696.00 and the residual is $8907.00 plus HST OAC, 2011 Koup EX $123.00 bi-weekly payments on the selling price of $19,700 over a 60/84 month term at 3.9% interest the cost of borrowing is $2460.00 and the residual is $6034.00 plus HST OAC, 2011 Rio $73.00 bi-weekly payments based on the selling price of $14,200 over a 84 month term at 0% interest $0 cost of borrowing and $0 residual plus HST OAC, 2011 Optima starting at 23,645 plus HST OAC. All vehicles prices shown in ad and listed in this disclaimer are based on a $3,000 down payment or $3,000 trade -in value. See in-store for detail. Some restriction may apply. All bike and barbeque giveaways must be given at time of purchase. In-store offer expires February 13, 2011. Cash purchase prices include D&D (Destination and Delivery) and excludes licensing, insurance, PPSA and dealer administration fees. Cash credit varies by models and trims. Other lease and finance options are also available. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Prices are subject to change without notice. Certain restrictions may apply. Financing and lease rates vary by vehicle and are valid on approved credit (O.A.C.) only. New Year’s Revolution Offer ends February 28th, 2011.

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times

WHAT’S ON Post events to

www.mrtimes.com and email them to

editorial@mrtimes.com

February 11

❚ Pitt Meadows seniors will hold a Valentine’s party at the seniors lounge in the Pitt Meadows Family Recreation Centre, 12027 Harris Rd. at 1 p.m. Tickets are $3.50. For information, drop by the lounge or call 604-465-2476.

February 12 and 26

Troy Landreville/TIMES

Tapping to the rhythm Instructor Verona Arbuckle taught tap dancing enthusiasts a new routine recently at the Ridge Meadows Seniors Society building. The RMSS facility is located at 12150 224th St. For schedules and program information, call 604-467-4993.

❚ The Family Caregiver Series provides an opportunity for residents to learn effective ways to care for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. The series costs $35 and runs from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Grand Salon Room of Greystone Manor, 11657 Ritchie Ave. For information or to register, call 604-2980780 or email dleclair@alzheimerbc.org.

February 12

❚ A special “I-Love-to-Dance”

Valentine’s Day dance takes place at the Ridge Meadows Seniors Centre at 12150 224th St. Tickets are $22 and include food and prizes. Singles are welcome. Dance lesson at 7 p.m. and dance at 8 p.m. For more information, go to www.ilovetodance.ca or call Ray at 604-836-7295.

February 12

❚ St. Patrick’s School presents Ready, Set, Learn! from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the school, 22589 121st Ave. in Maple Ridge. The event is for parents and their three- and four-year-olds. Registration is required. Contact the school office at 604-467-1571.

February 12

❚ Ridge Meadows Hospice Society hosts an Evening of Romance pasta dinner fundraiser at the Golden Eagle Golf Club. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $25. Call 604-463-7722 for info.

February 12

❚ The Friends In Need Food Bank presents a fundraising event celebrating Chinese Year of the Rabbit at the Pitt Meadows Heritage Hall, 12460 Harris Rd. Doors open

at 6 p.m. with a Chinese buffet, served at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person or $350 for a table of 16 and include live entertainment, and a live and silent auction. For tickets call 604-466-3663.

February 13

❚ Roll up your sleeves and make a Valentine’s Day minicake treat with a decorative folded box between 2 and 4 p.m. Museum Sundays is open to families of all ages and admission is by donation. For more information, call the Pitt Meadows Museum at 604-465-4322.

February 13

❚ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints presents the movie Joseph Smith, the Prophet of the Restoration. This movie will be shown at their meeting house at 11750 207th St. in Maple Ridge starting at 7 p.m. For more information, call Ken Macrae at 778-991-7132.

February 13

❚ Alouette Field Naturalists go to Rocky Point Park in Port Moody. Meet at Harris Rd. and Dewdney at 9:30 a.m. continued on Page A22...

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❚ Ballet Jörgen Canada presents Coppélia at 7:30 p.m. at The ACT, 11944 Haney Pl. The story of Coppélia takes us to the magical world of Dr. Coppelius, a disillusioned toymaker in search of the perfect partner. This classic love story is told through the vibrant choreography of the award-winning Bengt Jörgen.

February 15

❚ The Ridge Meadows Retired Teachers Association will hold a pot luck at Thomas Haney Secondary School from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bring a hot or cold pot of food that serves a small family and enjoy our friendship lunch listening to a guest speaker talk about Maintaining Physical Health. THSS is at 23000 116th Ave. in Maple Ridge. For more information contact Don Sears at 604-464-3886, or donsears@telus.net, or Joan at 604-460-6415.

February 15

❚ Dr. Nima Rahmany, local chiropractor, will give a fun, entertaining, and inspirational discussion on How your diet can stress you out at Organic World, 22225 Dewdney Trunk Rd. at 7:30 p.m. Reserve a spot by calling 604-476-0718. Cost is a $5 donation to the Family Education and Support Centre.

February 15

❚ The Wellness Connection presents Empower Yourself, Release Stress at the Maple Ridge Library from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Participants will be introduced to a simple process called PSYCH-K and also learn about nia, a transformational movement practice that releases stress. Free admission. Call Sharolyn at 604-623-4888 or visit www. wellnessconnectionbc.com for more information.

February 16 to 19

❚ Meadowridge School will stage The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. To book tickets, call the school at 604-467-4444 or come to the school Monday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (8 p.m. on performance days). Tickets can also be purchased online at www. meadowridge.bc.ca.

February 16

❚ The Pitt Meadows Book Club will have a discussion about Miriam Toews’ book A Complicated Kindness. Drop by the Pitt Meadows Library to pick up a Book Club copy of this title. The club meets at 7 p.m. at the Pitt Meadows Library at 12047 Harris Rd.

February 16

❚ Maple Ridge Garden Club meets at 7 p.m. at the Fraserview Community Centre. The speaker is Mike Lascelle from Amsterdam Garden Centre. Guest fee is $2. For more info, call 604467-2366 or go to mapleridge gardenclub.50webs.com.

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❚ Positively Speaking Toastmasters meets every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. in the Maple Ridge Municipal Hall council chambers. For more information, call 604-463-5519. ❚ The Stride to Thrive is a walking group that meets at Jerry Sulina Park for a onehour walk on the dike every Saturday morning at 10 a.m.

Meet in the parking lot by the large notice board, rain or shine. This group, sponsored by Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Parks and Leisure Services, is for women of all ages whose lives or the lives of family and friends have been affected by cancer. For information, email stridetothrive@hotmail.com. ❚ Overeaters Anonymous meets every Tuesday at 1:15

p.m. and every Thursday at 7 p.m. in the Alouette Room, Maple Ridge Library. Drop in or call 604-878-4575 for more information. No dues or fees and no diets or weigh-ins. We are a fellowship. Newcomers are always welcome. ❚ The Happy Wanderers, a singles walking group for those 45-plus, meets Saturdays at 9:15 a.m. at

Old Rec Hall, Harris and Lougheed, in Pitt Meadows. Leave at 9:30 a.m., and walk in various trails both sides of the river. For more information call 604-463-8874. ❚ The Blue Heron Toastmasters meets every Thursday at Pitt Meadows City Hall from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Are you interested in learning public speaking, effective communication,

leadership skills or how to run a meeting? Come and join us as our guest in a fun and supportive atmosphere of self paced learning. For more information, contact Bob Garnett at rgarnett@telus.net or 604-460-0035 or Andrew Thompson at ansthom@aol. com or 604-460-0339. • Go to www.mrtimes.com and click on “What’s On” for complete listings.

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Balance essential in cutting

As the final entry of a three finger extended on the top of part series on cutting, this the knife when cutting, will column will focus on cutting reduce the amount of contechniques. trol one has and increase the If you missed either of my chance of injury. If you find previous columns on knives these instructions are unclear, or cutting boards, email me at Chef try searching the internet to dez@chefdez.com and I will get a visual of this technique. be happy to send them to you. Dez Placement of the hand holdIt is time to focus on the act ing the food is also just as On Cooking of cutting itself. Nothing is vital to prevent injury. One better than having a personal should grasp the product in one-on-one lesson on cutting, a claw-type fashion, with the but I will try to do my best in written finger tips bent inwards and the thumb form to communicate some basic tips to tucked behind them. Having the finger get you started. tips bent in towards the palm of the hand When holding a chef’s knife, it is will get them out of harm’s way of the important to have it balanced properly in knife blade. your hand to reduce fatigue and improve Always practise precision; speed will control. To find this balance point, carecome in time. Having precise cuts is better fully place approximately the middle of than risking an injury. the flat side surface of the knife’s blade Dear Chef Dez: on your extended index finger a couple of Any tips on cutting a loaf of bread inches over a cutting board. horizontally without it being uneven? Slowly move the knife, so that your finFor example, cutting a full loaf of French ger travels up or down the knife’s blade, bread in half to make garlic bread. Every to find the position on the knife where it time I do it, it is never even. is completely balanced by your one finger. Pam C, Airdrie, Alta. At that point place your thumb of your Dear Pam: same hand on the opposite side of the After starting the cut, it is important to blade and wrap your remaining fingers watch where the top edge of your serrated around the handle. knife is as it moves along the loaf. Don’t On a good quality knife, this balance watch the part of the knife closest to the point will be approximately on the first handle as it will follow the same even inch of where the blade extends from the path simultaneously as the top edge. It is handle. This is usually because the weight closer to where your hand is controlling of the full tang in the handle offsets the the knife, and thus less chance for error as weight of the remaining steel in the knife’s long as the knife is even by watching the extended blade. It may seem awkward at top edge. first to grasp the base of the blade in your – Chef Dez is a food columnist, culinary Instructor, and cooking hand, but after regular practice, it will show performer. Visit him at www.chefdez.com.. become comfortable. Holding the knife in other ways, such as having the index • More online: www.mrtimes.com, click on “Community”

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Speedskating

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Ridge Racer skates for B.C. The Canada Winter Games has a strong medal contender in the form of a Ridge Meadows Racer. by Troy Landreville

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Speedskater Michelle MacKay wore her Team B.C. bodysuit Tuesday during a Ridge Meadows Racers practice at Planet Ice Maple Ridge. She’ll be looking to add a medal (or more), hopefully of the golden variety to her snazzy ensemble while in Halifax, where she has joined fellow Racers Thomas and William McLennan as provincial team members at the Canada Winter Games. All three are skating in the short track event and compete Feb. 13-17 at St. Margaret’s Centre in Halifax. “Hope” is the standard answer from athletes asked about medal expectations at an event of such magnitude. The 18-yearold Maple Ridge resident has set her bar higher in a sport normally dominated by Quebecers. For her, “hope” makes way for “expect.” For good reason. She’s a five-time provincial champion, won medals at Canadian age-class championships, and placed

sixth overall at the 2010 Canadian junior championships (with a bronze medal in the 500-metre race). MacKay cemented her place on B.C.’s Canada Games squad by skating to top spot in the 1,500-metre and 1,000-metre distances at a qualifier Nov. 6-7 at the Abbotsford Rec Centre. She added a fourth place result in the 500-metre race to qualify first overall. “I’m hoping to win some medals and be in all the finals,” she told the TIMES Tuesday, two days before flying to Nova Scotia. “I’m aiming for at least two but I would love to medal in all the distances.” MacKay has Games experience, but on a much smaller scale, as she represented Fraser Valley (Zone 3) at a pair of BC Winter Games: 2006 in Trail and 2008 in Cranbrook/ Kimberley. MacKay skated to two silvers and two golds in 2006 as a juvenile, and took home four golds as a junior in 2008. In her 13th season of speedskating, MacKay showed early promise after, at four years old, she followed her older sister Carolyn into the sport. “I gave her the option of going into figure skating or speedskating,” her mom Trish recalled. “She went into speedskating.” MacKay, who’s been skating against older competitors for many years, says falls and crashes

B.C. Team member Michelle MacKay, pictured in action.

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SRT tourney Athletic director Glenn Whittington said the SRT junior boys team dominated their opposition, beating both D.W. Poppy and R.E. Mountain before soundly defeating Credo Christian in the final 42-13. The team was led by Rashaun Simonise, Shae Fegereaux, John Park and Tanner Hartley. The SRT junior girls team came second in the tournament. • More online: www.mrtimes.com, click on “Sports”

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Naomi Mundschin dribbled the ball against Pemberton on Feb. 5.

Ridge Meadows Racer Michelle MacKay is off to the races – the Canada Winter Games speedskating races, that is – in Halifax.

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have luckily come few and far between through the years. Until this season, that is. “I’ve fallen a couple of times this season already,” she said, attributing the odd slip-up to pushing herself harder in preparation for the Games. Being a good speedskater takes more than good technique and natural athletic ability. MacKay is on the ice six times a week, training with the Racers and their coach, former Canadian Olympian Eden Donatelli-Green. “It’s a lot of effort, but worth it,” said MacKay, who is balancing speedskating with post-secondary studies – she’s a first year kinesiology student at the University of the Fraser Valley. “I like the racing, I like the competitions and the travelling

The Ramblers won two games and lost two at Stelly’s Tournament in Victoria last weekend. They lost to Claremont Secondary on Friday 65-44. Later that day, they lost to the Oak Bay Breakers by eight points. The next day they beat Spectrum Community School 6637, and the Stelly Stingers 54-47. • More online: www.mrtimes.com, click on “Sports”

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and Canadian championships. Donatelli-Green is one of two speedskaters inducted into the BC Sports Hall of Fame. The influence DonatelliGreen has on MacKay is “huge,” MacKay said. “She’s been my coach since the beginning and she’s always believed in me,” MacKay said. “Seeing her as an Olympian is pretty cool and hearing all her stories and stuff.” MacKay, who was two spots away from representing Canada at the world junior championships after her fourth place result at the national competition, is looking to take her skating to yet another level in the near future. “I want to make the national teams soon and junior worlds next year and hopefully the Olympics, eventually.”

Gold for Smith Grade 9 student Payten Smith continues to wrack up the wins, with another gold medal on the island at the Port Alberni Invitational. Wrestling coach Bill McCrae said that Payten pinned all four of her Grade 12 opponents, and sent a clear message that her silver medal last year was not a one-time feat. • More online: www.mrtimes.com, click on “Sports”

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Sunday musical Comedic ballet at ACT have the chance to see a Webber treat theAudiences only surviving classical comedic

The one-act musical Tell Me On a Sunday runs this weekend at St. Andrews Heritage Hall. by Amy Judd ajudd@mrtimes.com

Imagine the familiar tones of the musical master Andrew Lloyd Webber, coupled with comedy, tragedy, love and laughter, and that is what audiences can expect from the sounds of Tell Me On a Sunday. This is Webber’s only one-act musical, and Third Degree Theatre have taken this 1979 script and updated it to produce the show they are touring and Robyn Van Luven stars as Emma now bringing to Maple in the Third Degree Theatre Ridge. production of Tell Me On a Sunday. “It’s funny, it’s poignant,” said director John Stuart. “The music is definitely Andrew Lloyd Webber.” With just a short amount of time to tell the story, Stuart had the challenge of conveying it all to the audience, which was made even more difficult with just one actor. “It’s only an hour long, but it’s a roller coaster,” he said. “We go from totally high highs to the depths of despair.” Robyn Van Luven stars as Emma, a girl from England who moves to New York City in search of love. Stuart started work on this project three years ago, and rehearsals started with Robyn at the end of September. “The biggest challenge is the music and getting the emotion across,” said Stuart. “The audience has to fully understand who [Emma] is interacting with,” he said, as she is the only one in the cast. “Fortunately Andrew Lloyd Webber’s music makes it very easy.” Tell Me On a Sunday runs tonight, Feb. 11th and 12th, at the St. Andrews Heritage Hall, located at 22279 116 Ave. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. with the show starting at 8 p.m. All tickets are $15. Purchasing tickets can be done online at www.thirddegreetheatre.ca or by calling 604-612-9713.

The story tells of Dr. Coppélius, a disillusioned toy maker in search of the perfect partner. His quest drives him to create a dancing doll so beautiful that Nathanael, one of the local villagers, falls madly in love with her. by Amy Judd Nathanael’s spurned sweetheart Klara ajudd@mrtimes.com delivers retribution by dressing as the A heartwarming tale of love, loss, doll and pretending to come to life. desire and despair, Jörgen said auditold with a comences should expect edic twist, sums a modern ballet, up the plot of that is still classical Coppélia, which and technical, but artistic direcvery fun. tor Bengt Jörgen “We’re not a bordescribed as a ing company,” he “really rare, fullsaid. length classic.” Ballet Jörgen The show has Canada’s Coppélia been touring in will perform on various forms, Monday, Feb. 14 since 2001, and is at 7:30 p.m. in The an international ACT main stage co-production with theatre. the Hong Kong For a special Ballet Company. Valentine’s Day It is now starting twist, anyone can its Canadian tour add a pre-show and Maple Ridge is Valentine’s recepone of their early tion package for stops. two for $30 and Coppélia is a love story that could be a perfect way enjoy wine, hors “For us it’s been to celebtate Valentine’s Day this year. a hit production,” d’oeuvres and dessaid Jörgen, who sert. also uses dancers from the local comTickets for Coppélia are $38 for adults, munities to add to his cast for every $36 for seniors and students and $30 for performance. children. “It’s a way for us to connect with the To purchase tickets, visit www.theactcommunity,” he said. mapleridge.org/coppelia.

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Obituaries

WALKER, Sherry January 31, 1943- February 6, 2011 It is with incredible sadness that we announce the loss of our best friend, daughter, niece, aunt and mom. Sherry, slipped away suddenly on February 6, 2011 at the age of 68 after a courageous and inspirational ﬁve month battle at VHG. She showed amazing strength and grace even until her last moment. Sherry was a trueVancouverite, born at VGH in 1943 and growing up in Strathcona, before moving to raise her son Leigh with Rex in Port Coquitlam, Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. Predeceased by her father Richard Eng in 1956. Sherry was the glue that bound so many of us together, both family and friends alike and for this we are eternally grateful. She was one of the special ones, a true gem and a profound loss. She was the mother everyone wished to have and the daughter everyone wished they could be. Her love for her mother Anne, Leigh, Leigh’s wife Margaret (and her mother Barbara), Aunt Irene and Uncle Eugene, nieces Vicki and Brenda (and their families) and countless friends and family were unsurpassed. This love will live on in her traditions, recipes, humor, and warmth that she instilled in all of us. Sherry spent over 20 years working for Douglas College and after her retirement, began tutoring English and volunteering at the Maple Ridge SPCA. She has the greenest thumb of all, creating beautiful gardens and recently she began taking piano and cake decorating lessons. Ruby, her new puppy, was to be her faithful companion in the coming years and Ruby misses her mommy dearly. Whether it was organizing last minute dinners at the Flamingo, catching the latest movies, helping Annie with crafts, or her photography, Sherry was always on the go. Forever the hostess, Sherry would be proudest to be remembered for always creating a wonderful home and garden and hosting her loved ones during Christmas and Thanksgiving. Even in our grief Sherry would want us to be comfortable, happy and well fed. She loved her life, her family and we will always cherish her warmth, kindness, friendship, love and generosity. “Don’t cry because I’m gone but smile because I’ve lived”. We love you, we miss you and we look forward to seeing you again. Relax now Sherry, you are in our hearts forever. In lieu of ﬂowers please make a donation in her name to the Maple Ridge SPCA. Memorial Service will be held on Saturday Feb 12th, 2011 at 2pm at First Memorial Funeral Home, 602 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC.

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SERVICE STATION MANAGER with experience, required at Meadow Ridge Town Pantry, Maple Ridge, B.C. $18-$20/hour, 40 hours/week. Duties include Plan, direct and evaluate the operations of the service station, manage staff and assign duties. Implement price policies, procure merchandise for resale, develop and implement marketing strategies, plan budget, resolve customer complaints, hire staff. Send resumes to Meadow Ridge Town Pantry 20592 Lougheed Hwy Maple Ridge, B.C. Fax: 604-465-4280 or email meadow.pantry@gmail.com

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LOUNSBURY With deep regret, the family of Mertia Rosemond Lounsbury of Maple Ridge announces the passing of our Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and Great-Great-Grandmother at Ridge Meadows hospital on Friday, the 28th of January due to complications from pneumonia. Born in Osewgo, New York in October 1st, 1911 to Reverend David W. and Ivy Edna Parks, the family moved to Canada in the early 1920’s, arriving at last at Barrhead, Alberta, where she met and married Frank Lounsbury in 1934. (He predeceased her in 1981.) The family moved to B.C. in 1938, moved about the lower mainland, and at last settled in Surrey at the end of WW II. In the early ‘90’s she moved to Maple Ridge; later she was joined by daughter Donna and son-in-law Alan Bell where she reigned as family matriarch until her demise, much loved and deeply respected by all who knew her. Raised as she was by a father who was a Minister in the Standard Church of Canada and with whom she travelled extensively as a child and young adult throughout Eastern Canada and the US, she had a deep, strong faith that served her well all her years. Her strong alto voice was welcome wherever she went, as were her organ and piano playing. In her later years she provided her Church with an abundance of flowers grown in her gardens and arranged with loving care. She was a fierce and loving devotee of family and friends, and never hesitated to help anyone who needed her kind ministrations. She was our rock, and the love and warmth she displayed endeared her to all who met her, and her impish sense of humor and ready laughter will always bring a smile to those of us who remember her so fondly. She leaves an extensive family; son Dale of Chilliwack, daughter Rose (Dennis) of Sorrento, daughter Donna of Maple Ridge, grand daughter Lisa Radli and family, grandsons Gordon and Greg Moore and families, granddaughter Laurel Wright and family, granddaughter Sylvia Johnson and family, plus numerous step-grandchildren, stepgreat-grandchildren, and step-great-great-grandchildren. A celebration of her life will be held in St. Andrews United Church, 22165 Dewdney Trunk Road in Maple Ridge on Friday, 18th February, 2011, commencing at 1:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the charity of one’s choice in her name would commemorate the wonderful person she was. She will be missed by all who knew her, but we WILL meet again.

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Simpson Strong-Tie Canada Ltd. in Maple Ridge is currently hiring a full-time Welder. A minimum of 3 years of welding experience required. CWB Ticket would be an asset. Simpson offers competitive wages and an excellent beneﬁts package. Please fax resume to Attn: Human Resources 604-460-4780 or email to jmclean@strongtie.com MS Word format with Resume as a subject.

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Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door. Make it yours. Call 604-708-2628 www.plea.ca

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Outreach Counsellor Children, Youth & Families This position is temporary full-time. 35 hours per week – 1 year maternity leave until February 28, 2012. Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Community Services is an equal opportunity employer For further information please refer to our website at: www.comservice.bc.ca Please forward resume to: cmadsen@comservice.bc.ca by: February 18, 2011 This position requires union membership. This position is open to male and female applicants.

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SUMAS FIRST NATION (SFN) SFN is a progressive organization looking to fill 3 new positions: General Requirements, Qualifications and Experience (all positions): • A valid BC Driver’s License • Ability to pass a criminal record check • Bachelors degree or equivalent in a related field • Experience in working with First Nation communities and/or organizations • High level of competency using computers/software (MS Office) • Proven experience in preparing and administering budgets • Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills • Ability to be professional in stressful circumstances • Solution oriented thinker who enjoys working independently and as a team

Programs & Services Manager Specific requirements include: • Minimum 2 years experience with INAC funded programs and CMHC On-reserve programs • Experience in working with confidential information • Ability to multi-task and respond to & prioritize staffing requests

Lands & Resources Manager Specific requirements include: • Minimum 5 years experience working in a related field • Ability to lead and guide Committees to develop a Land Use Plan, Matrimonial Law and other by-laws that support the Land Code • Experience in the coordination and management of natural resources programs and projects with a focus on fishing, forestry and mining.

Economic Development Officer Specific requirements include: • Minimum 5 years experience in economic development (preferably in a First Nations environment) • Proven ability to work with Business and investors to develop joint venture opportunities • Proven ability to secure funding and grant monies to support projects that further develop economic opportunities in the community To view job descriptions, visit our website at www.sumasfirstnation.com/employment In addition to a current resume, provide details of salary expectations and submit a cover letter expressing clearly how you meet the requirement criteria as stated within the job description. Applications will be accepted until February 18, 2011 at 3:00 pm: Attention: Jennette Silver Email: Jennette.Silver@sumasfirstnation.com We appreciate all applicants, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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MISSION PUBLIC SCHOOLS (District #75)

BUS DRIVERS Applications are being accepted for casual bus drivers • Valid BC Class 2 driving license with air endorsement, along with a safe driving record • Emergency First Aid Ticket • Thorough knowledge of the rules of safe operation and safety precautions to be taken in the driving of buses • Ability to perform minor bus maintenance tasks • Previous experience in driving large multi-passenger vehicles would be an asset • Must provide a Drivers’ Abstract Applications with supporting documentation must be received by the undersigned by February 28, 2011 Michele Dance, Senior Human Resources Coordinator Mission Public Schools 33046 4th Avenue, Mission, B.C. V2V 1S5 Phone 604.814.3709 michele.dance@mpsd.ca Fax 604-826.1761 We regret only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

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PUREBRED LAB puppies. Born Dec.25,2010, chocolate, black, golden & blond. $600.- $700. 1st shots, vet checked, dewormed 604-308-4401 or 604-850-9690

ROTTWEILER BOXER Cross, 8 weeks old, $325 obo, 778-862-3568

GOLDEN RETRIEVER pups healthy socialized. exc temp vet check deworm $575 604-819-8083

GOLDEN RETRIEVER pups, PBFarm/Family, Rosedale, $600 Shots, March 1, 604-845-7434

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5040

Business Opps/ Franchises

HOMEWORKERS NEEDED!!! Full /Part time positions available - Will train. On-Line Data Entry, Typing Work, E-mail Reading, PC/Clerical Work, Homemailers, Assembling Products. HURRY, SPOTS GO FAST!

SIBERIAN HUSKY Timberwolf pups, $900. 250-295-6280 dalenterry@gmail.com

STANDARD POODLE pups, CKC reg. brown, black & cream, Chwk. 604-823-2467 ..302-1761

3510

Re: The estate of GRACE AUDREY RUTH COOK also known as GRACE AUDREY COOK, G.A. COOK, AUDREY RUTH GRACE MURPHY, GRACE COOK, AUDREY GRACE COOK, BOBBIE COOK, G. AUDREY COOK, AUDREY COOK, GRACE A. COOK, A. COOK and AUDREY RUTH GRACE, deceased, formerly of Maple Ridge, British Columbia (the 'Deceased') Creditors and others having claims against the estate of the Deceased are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor, Sheila Brock c/o Rosborough & Company at #201 - 33832 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, British Columbia V2S 2C5 on or before March 24, 2011, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. Executor: Sheila Brock Solicitor: J. Michael Burke Rosborough & Company

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$99 can sell your home 574-5243 Burnaby Highgate 2000sf 4br 3 1/2ba 1/2 duplex w/side suite $779K 418-1002 id5313 Delta Price Reduced studio condo, 19+ complex, pool, park, $99,900 597-8361 id4714 Maple Ridge spotless 947sf 1br condo above snrs cent 55+ $219,900 466-1882 id5262 New Westminster Price Reduced, 555sf 1br condo, view, $164,900 525-8577 id5081 Sry Sullivan Mews ground lvl 1200sf 2br 2ba tnhse, 55+complex $220K 834-6935 id5136 Sry E Newton 1 acre lot with 2600sf 6br 2.5ba bungalow $479,900 778-549-2056 id5198 Sry Bear Creek Park Reduced 1440sf rancher, gated 45+ $279,900 597-0616 id5234 Sry Guildford Quiet 909sf top fl 2br condo, many updates, view, $172K 588-5592 id5305

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Real Estate Services

6005

www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

Houses - Sale

6020-34

Surrey

#48-15020-66A AVE, SURREY Senior Strata Complex, 55 +, 2 BR Cottage, 2 bath, all new appls, completely reno’d, new roof, gardens, well kept storage, $195 maintenance per month, includes electric & heat, $260,000 obo. For more info call 604-572-0036

6035

Mobile Homes

COLLAPSED SALE New SRI 14 wide selling at dealer cost. 1152 sq ft double wide $77,900. Glenbrook 604-830-1960 Mobile Home Restorations and Service Work No Job too small Chris 604-393-3087

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Apt/Condos

ARBOUR GREENE 552 Dansey Ave, Coq

Extra Large 2 Bedrooms. Close to Lougheed Mall & S.F.U.

office: 604- 939-4903 cell: 778- 229-1358 BBY, Lougheed Mall. 2 BR, f/p, in ste w/d, u/g prkg. N/p. $1050 + util. Avail Mar 1. 778-708-4352 BBY, METROTOWN. 1 BR, 2nd flr, big balc. $830/mo. Ns/np. Ref. 604-327-3576 or 604-562-5281

BURQUITLAM APTS 561 Cottonwood Ave

Bachelor, 1 BR & 2 BR Includes heat, hot water, u/g prkg, cls to bus stop, school, SFU, Lougheed Mall, Sorry N/P.

Office 604-773-6467

CALYPSO COURT

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office: 604- 524-8174 cell: 604- 813-8789

1030 - 5th Ave, New West Near Transportation & Douglas College. Well Managed Building.

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1-800-339-5133 Repossessed mobile homes to be moved, 1974-2008, 12 wide to be moved, FREE. 604-830-1960.

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COQ. 2 BR $900, 1 BR $800, Now/Mar 1, incls heat, parking. 778-990-7079 or 604-521-8249

COTTONWOOD PLAZA 555 Cottonwood Ave, Coq

Large units some with 2nd bathroom or den. On bus routes, close to S.F.U. & Lougheed Mall.

Call Chris today (604) 786-4663

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Money to Loan

6508

NEW SRI single wides in Langley and Maple Ridge parks. Call 604-830-1960

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office: 604- 936-1225

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www.bcforeclosures.com 5 BR home from $19,500 down $1,925/mo. 604-538-8888, Alain @ Sutton WC Realty W. Rock

Condos/ Townhouses

6008

6008-46

6008

Condos/ Townhouses

6508

www.RiminiTownhomes.com

Cancer June 21-July 22: Mysteries continue, for one more week. Seek the truth beneath appearances. Dig deep. (Someone acts sweet but can’t or won’t do what they seem to promise. Applies all week.) Rest, plan and meditate Sunday. Visit a psychic, pastor or other counsellor. Your energy, charisma and effectiveness surge Monday/Tuesday. Monday holds refusals despite your luck, but you might vault over them. Tuesday favours you, especially in two areas: friendship, and depths. (So again, dig deep.) Chase money or a sensual bond Wednesday (good) and Thursday (goals might be elusive). Talk, travel Friday/ Saturday. Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Relationships are accented, but don’t fall in love or propose this week. (Don’t worry – if such seems imminent, there’s still lots of time.) Wishes come true Sunday – happiness, friends, light romance and popularity paint your future with golden strokes! But retreat this night through Tuesday: you need a short but deep rest: seek quietude, plan, contemplate. You’ll spy the inner workings of love Tuesday. Your energy, charisma and effectiveness surge upward Wednesday/Thursday – strike early Wednesday, in legal, travel, intellectual areas. Chase and conserve money Friday/Saturday. Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: This is your last week of work – Friday begins a month of fresh breezes, exciting meetings, new horizons and opportunities. (Opportunities are unusually important this winter/ spring – seizing them can change your life.) Until Friday afternoon, complete chores, especially the obligations that “show up” Wednesday/Thursday – if neglected they will weigh you down later, just when you should be rising. Earlier, chase practical and prestige goals Sunday – success accompanies the ambitious! Wishes, optimism and social joys mark Monday/Tuesday. All week, DON’T begin a new love.

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Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections Aries March 21 - April 19: Travel, call during an active, friendly Sunday. But this night, settle into home – and there, through Monday/Tuesday, tackle some difficult questions around relationships, marriage and life’s opportunities. (Are there any left for you? Yes, many, but they’re all connected to ambition, career, until late 2012.) Tuesday’s better; a “secret” friend or stranger might help. Romance, creativity, pleasure and beauty whisk you to adventure midweek! (Don’t start a love relationship this week, though. It’s doomed long term.) Plunge into chores Friday/Saturday. Chase fun, friends, all week. Taurus April 20-May 20: The accent lies on ambition, career, dealings with VIPs, bosses and parents. Take a quiet, behind-the-scenes approach. Confidential discussions, private planning, quietly lining up allies, contacting/applying to government or institutions – all these contain a quiet but lucky “change.” Chase money or shop Sunday, but NOT for techie items. Monday (barriers) and Tuesday (success) bring errands, communications, paperwork, details. Midweek accents home, and a choice between ambition and relaxation. Romance calls Friday/ Saturday. All week, avoid over-exertion, physical and intellectual. Gemini May 21-June 20: DON’T fall in love, propose, or chase a new romance this week. You’ve started to achieve success in group and social situations – and this will continue for four months of solid, heart-warming growth. If you’re single, this might well yield a new love. But not this week. You shine Sunday: start new projects, ask favours, show your talents. Your intuition is superb, so just do, rather than over-think. Quit by suppertime. Money, purchases and possessions fill Monday (barriers, waste) and Tuesday (success – buy high-tech). Communicate, travel midweek. Home, rest Friday/Saturday.

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6020

Legal Services

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5070

Feed & Hay

Triple Five Trucking

5060

Real Estate

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

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6020-01

Legal/Public Notices

5505

Houses - Sale

AMBER (W)

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★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: The romantic theme continues, but DO NOT begin a love affair or new relationship this week. Other themes, creativity, speculation, beauty, pleasure and teaching, are fine. Generally, you are (or your subconscious is) putting on the brakes a bit in all these areas, preparing for a subsequent surge. Sunday’s splendid – intellectual, travel, love and communication projects succeed. Exercise your ambitions Monday (dilemmas of choice) and Tuesday (success via creative effort). Social delights, flirtations, wish fulfillment arrive midweek! Retreat Friday/Saturday: plan the work that looms. Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Your “hibernation” period continues, so rest deeply – until Friday, when a month of romance, pleasure, speculation, risk and adventure starts! Neither make nor accept any partnership proposals this week (nor persuasive pitches for commitment of any kind). Sunday offers superb financial, investment, research, diagnostic and intimate opportunities. Sit down with a loved one for a deep, exploratory talk. Gentle wisdom enters Monday/Tuesday. Be ambitious mid-week, especially first thing Wednesday morning. (Avoid selfdeception.) Friday/Saturday bring social delights and bright optimism! Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: If a new wish or life goal comes to you this week, don’t invest a lot of faith in it; your destiny is very likely going to detour around this one. Sunday’s filled with opportunities (or opposition if you push others too hard) – exciting meetings or openings “synch” with your intuition. It’s a good time to answer “yes” on a whim. Life’s depths and mysteries rise to the surface Monday/Tuesday: DON’T invest, commit, nor seek intimacy Monday – Tuesday, these succeed. Gentle love, understanding, cultural stuff Wednesday/Thursday. Friday begins a month of domestic matters.

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Feb. 13 - Feb. 19 Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Continue to seek money, new clients, to buy and sell, until Friday.Your personality has grown more gracious and alluring the past week or so, and this helps you with ambitions this week. You’re slowly changing, and slowly but seriously climbing, carving out a new “position” this decade. Tackle chores Sunday – you accomplish much! Relationships contain opportunity and opposition Monday, but success and good feelings Tuesday. Finances, investigation, intimacy, lifestyle choices are blessed Wednesday, “iffy” Thursday. Wisdom, gentle love come Friday/ Saturday. A busy month begins. Aquarius Jan.20-Feb.18:Yourenergy,effectiveness and charisma continue at a peak...sexual magnetism drips from you too. (Hmm, not sure of that image.) You might attract amorous attention, but DON’T begin a love affair now (nor ever with anyone you first meet this week). Sunday’s romantic, creative, pleasurable and beautiful – you’ll win at games or love! Tackle chores Monday (results uncertain) and Tuesday (good results). Relationships, opportunities, exciting meetings fill Wednesday (lucky morning!) and Thursday (be diplomatic, not evasive). Friday’s financial, and begins a month of money efforts. Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: Continue to lie low, rest, contemplate and plan. Refresh your spirit. Friday begins a month of fresh energy, rising charisma and effectiveness – but rest until then. Sunday’s splendid at home or in nature – a great day to enhance your security, deal with family members, garden, etc. Romance, creativity and beauty touch you lightly Monday/Tuesday, but the best that comes from this is friendship. It’s not quite time, Pisces. Tackle chores and health concerns Wednesday/Thursday. Wednesday morning’s efforts can open a lucky career door. Exciting meetings, opportunities occur Friday/Saturday. timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

6508

Apt/Condos

NEW WEST nr RCH/Skytrain, 1 BR apt, $740/mo, No Pets, quiet complex, Call 604 299-8288

NEW WESTMINSTER, One Bedroom, $730/mo Includes heat, h/w, cable & parking. New carpets. Near Skytrain. Great view! Avail March 1st. Cats okay! Deposit required.

Call 604-521-2884

POCO 2 BR, 2 baths, 5 appls, f/p, lam flrs, u/g prkg, ns/np, nr WC Express, $1025. 604-467-6912

POCO, DOWNTOWN. Spacious 2 BR + den, 3rd flr. 1,250 sf. Gas f/p, 2 f/baths, h/wd floors, granite, S.S. applis, 2 u/g prkg. River view! $1550/mo. Immed. 604-945-7456

ROYAL CRESCENT ESTATES

22588 Royal Crescent Ave, Maple Ridge Large units. Close to Golden Ears Bridge. Great view of River

office: 604- 463-0857 cell: 604- 375-1768

6510

Co-ops

NORTH BURNABY Pine Ridge Housing Co-op has opened its wait list for 2 BR & 3 BR Townhouses, $913 & $1072 with a $2,800 & $3,300 share purchase. Located in quiet forest setting on Burnaby Mnt. Close to SFU, schools, transit & shopping. Enjoy the feel of country living within minutes of the city. Sorry, no subsidies available. Community involvement expected. Download our appl form @ www.pineridgeco-op.bc.ca or send SASE to: #89, 8763 Ash Grove Cres, Burnaby, BC V5A 4B8 Attn: Membership Ctte. Please forgive our construction mess. We are replacing our water mains.

6540

Houses - Rent

3 Bdrm Homes! Rent TO OWN! Poor Credit Ok, Low Down. Call Karyn 604-857-3597

BBY N, 4 BR , great hse, gd loc, lrg corner lot, nr schools/transit/ SFU, h/w heating, N/S. $2200. Avail Mar 1, Denis 604-838-4661

COQ, Blue Mtn/ Como Lake. 3 BR, upper floor of house. Ns/np. 1.5 baths, big deck, 6 applis. $1450/mo + 2⁄3 util. 604-939-6077

MISSION, 4th Ave. 3 BR house, f/bath, 5 appl. Pets ok. Smoking ok. $1,150/mo + util. March 1st. 604-287-8298, 604-802-2558

6540

Houses - Rent

POCO 3 BR Rancher, 2 f/bath, w/d, big f/yard. $1350. By bus. Mar 1. Pets ok. 604-522-3100 POCO, Lincoln Prk 1500sf, 3 BR 2 bath, w/in-law-ste, appls, all newly reno’d & hrdwd flrs, carport. $1900. Av Feb 15. 778-288-8168 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN No Qualification Required

ABBOTSFORD - 3262 Clearbrook Road, 3 bedrooms with 2 bedroom legal suite. Only $1,751/m. Low Down. Flexible Terms. (604) 626-9647 (604) 657-9422 www.wesellhomesbc.com

STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● NEW WEST- 1722-6th Av 2 bdrm HOUSE w/1 suite 2 f/p,Long term finance, new roof, RT-1..$1,288/M SURREY- 6297 - 134 St. Solid 5 Bdrm HOUSE w/2 bdrm suite on 1/4 acre, needs TLC.... $1,688M CHILLIWACK - 9557 Williams, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town..... $888/M Call Kristen today (604)786-4663 www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

6565

Office/Retail Rent

RESTAURANT for lease/sale! M. Ridge restaurant. Fully equip’d, ready to open, was lic. for 43 seats, offices: 269sf - 624sf 604-462-8164 or 604-339-5899

6595

Shared Accommodation

6595-35

Maple Ridge/ Pitt Mead.

HIDE-AWAY RV PARK, has monthly rates, full hook-ups, pet ok. call 604-463-4006

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

1 BR, bsmt ste. W. MRidge. $750 incls utls/cbl/sh’d w/d. Walk to WCE & shops. Avail Mar 1. Refs req’d. 604-465-0624 2 BR, 232nd St, N. M Ridge, own entry, sundeck, own w/d, semi furn, approx 1200 sf, $750 + utils avail now 604-838-5610 3 BR East Maple Ridge, upper flr. avail now, $1200incl utils. 778-862-3568 AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY MRIDGE- New 1bdrm authorized suite, ns, np, in-suite lndry, full bath, new appliances, sep/entrance. Very private, extensive sound reduction materials used, quiet street. $800/mth inc’s hydro, wireless i/net, cbl. 604-551-4690

BBY, BCIT. 1 BR bsmt, gas f/p, sh’d w/d. Ns/np. $750/mo incl hydro/cbl. Mar 1st. 604-421-6917

BBY, E. 18th Ave. 2 BR, f/bath, shared laundry - 1/week. Ns/np. $860/mo includes hydro. Near schools. Immed. 604-522-9756

6602

Suites/Partial Houses

BBY, MIDDLEGATE. Bright 1 BR. Ns/Np, No w/d. $650/mo incl hydro/cbl. March 1. 604-522-6773

COQ 1 BR g/l, f/bath sh’d W/D, lam flrs, prkg. $750 incls utls, cbl, net. Mar 1. NS/NP. 604-374-1071 COQ 1 BR g/lvl, nr Miller Park, $750 inc util, suits sngle, w/d, Mar 1. no dogs. Ref. 604-936-2206

COQ 3121 Pattulo, 2 BR bsmt, full bath, own w/d, all appls. $1050 incls utils. Pets ok. 2 mins to Coq Centre. Avail now. 778-688-2594 COQ. BRAND New 2 BR bsmnt ste, 5 s/s appls, granite counters, N/s, N/p, $1000. 604-945-2873 COQ CTR. Executive 2 BR, upper floor. 2 full baths, 5 appls. Rad heat. Central a/c. $1300 incls hydro/cbl. Mar 1. 604-941-0712 COQ. CTR. luxury 1 BR, 5 appls, f/p, sec u/g prkg, N/s, N/p, refs, 1 yr lease, $1000. 604-803-9901 COQ HARBOUR Chimes brand new 2 BR ste, inste w/d, ss appls, nr amens/transit. $950 inc utils. Mar 1. N/S, N/P. 604-561-6553 COQ, Lough Mall. 2 BR, g/lvl. Priv w/d & ent. F/ba. Ns/Np. $985/mo incls utils, Immed. 604-931-3677

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9105

Auto Miscellaneous

$0 DOWN & WE MAKE YOUR 1st PAYMENT AT AUTO CREDIT FAST Need a vehicle? Good or Bad Credit? Call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599 www.autocreditfast.ca DLN 30309

9125

Domestic

1994 LINCOLN Continental, 2 years Air Care. $1,600 OBO 604-465-3335 1998 EAGLE TALON ESI, 170k, 2.0 L, excellent condition, 5 spd, no accidents, silver exterior, grey interior. $3500. 604-763-3223

6620

Warehouse/ Commercial

Mission Raceway Industrial Park, 2500sf, double bay all in one, 2 shipping doors, 604-826-9864

9145

Scrap Car Removal

Aarrow Recycling

• Auto • Trucks • Equipment Removal

HERITAGE MTN 3BD, 1BA, quiet grd floor 1600 sq.ft. W/D, F/P, D/W, HDTV incl, NS, NP, refs. req, $1250+1/3 util, Avail Mar 01 604-937-5307 MAPLE RIDGE 1 BR bsmt ste, sep entry, newer home, 1100 sq ft, own w/d, d/w, $875 incl utils, np ns, Mar 1st. 604-512-5921

MAPLE RIDGE 2 BR upper ste, nr school, $900 + utils, Avail Now. N/S, Pet ok. 604-512-7152

N. BBY, 1 BR bmnt, newer home, w/d, alarm, N/p, N/s, Feb 15, $850 incl utils & cbl. 604-970-7724 PO CO Shaunessey/Pitt River 2 BR bsmt ste, remodelled, 3yrs old, laminate, inc shrd laundry/ cable/net, patio, parking, transit/ WCE $835 + utils. 604-945-0333

6605

Townhouses Rent

COQUITLAM 2 BR townhouse , quiet family complex, no pets. $920. Call 604-942-2277. M. RIDGE. 3 BR + den, 2.5 bath, 5 appl, 2 prkg. 1455 sf. $1425/mo. Nr WCE. Immed. 604-941-5594 POCO 2 BR T/H $785/mo & $830/mo. Quiet-family complex, No Pets! Avail Now. Call 604-464-0034 POCO Brand New 4 BR, 2200 sqft, h/w flrs, 3 lvl, golf course with view, N/P, N/S, $2100, 2 car garage, Apr 1, w/d, 604-430-5608

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash paid for full sized vehicles. 604-518-3673

Cash for junk cars! $100 to $1000 Ask about our $500 Credit!

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9160

Sports & Imports

1993 GMC 1 Ton Cube Van, air care, propane, 17.5ft box, new tires, $4000 obo, 604-858-3913

2009 HONDA Civic. 4 dr, 5 spd manual, many options, 13,000k, blue. $8500 firm. 604-538-4883

2008 HONDA Odyssey EX, 7 pass, loaded, 25K, $21,900 firm D9921 toll free 1-877-855-6522

9135

Parts & Accessories

9522

STEVE TOWING SERVICES Scrap Car Removal. We Pay $$ for all cars. Call 778-316-7960

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9155

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

2000 JEEP TJ Sport, Grn, hard/ soft top, 4 l, 6 cyl, 124,038kms. Gd cond. $10,995. 604-530-2839

9160

Sports & Imports

SELF-SERVE DISCOUNT AUTO PARTS

Blinds & Draperies

BLACKOUT DRAPES. Cut light 100%. Save energy. Dampen sound. Innovative fabric in 42 colors. Free est. 604-506-6230

Carpentry

L & J Finishing Carpentry For all your woodworking needs Custom millwork, kitchens & baths, custom furniture, flooring, crown mouldings, baseboards. Over 25 years experience. Call Luigi 604-790-2540 www.ljfinishing.com

8080

Electrical

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402. Fast same day service guaranteed. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

Excavating

ABSOLUTE BOBCAT & EXCAVATION LTD.

• All Bobcat & Mini-X Services • Small Hauls Available • SNOW REMOVAL • Fast Reliable Service

Call Ryan: 604-329-7792

8090

Fencing/Gates

Cedar & Vinyl Fencing 778-558-7450 Free Estimates

RV’s/Trailers

OVER A THOUSAND VEHICLES TO CHOOSE FROM

WEEKLY SPECIALS Feb 12 - Feb 18, 2011

Engines (Gas) ............... $13995 Transmissions ................ $4995 Starters .......................... $1795 Alternators...................... $1795 Radiators........................ $2595 All Bucket Seats............. $1995 All Bench Seats.............. $2495 Any Steel Wheel............... $795

Hours: 8:30am-5pm 7 Days A Week www.pickapart.ca

1994 TOYOTA Camry LE, extremely rare '2 door', V6, leather, fully loaded, sr, exc. running order, $2500, 604-824-6796

792-1221

2011 CLASSIC Cruiser 18FBA/C, awning, LCD TV, mag wheels, outside shower, front bedroom $20,995 (stk. 30675) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL#30644

2011 LUX Lite 23BH -Bunkhouse model w/air, awning, microwave. $23,995 (stk. 30675) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL#30644

NEW STARCRAFT 3614-Dinette slideout, lots of storage, outside grill and more. $11,995 (stk. 27314) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL#30644

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HOME SERVICES 8020

Vans

2006 HONDA Accord, blk, lthr, s/r, 4cyl, 109K, 5 spd man, grt cond, $12,600, (604)824-8799

1990 TOYOTA Celica auto, air cared, white, 210K, $750, D9921 Abbotsford area 604-855-6522

604-761-7175

9173

A29

FREE SCRAP car & truck removal. Top $$ paid for all. No wheels - no problem. 604-761-7175

604-551-9022

8087 POCO NORTHSIDE, newer 2 BR bsmt. Near schools, shops, bus. $850 incls utls. Av now. NS/NP. 604-941-6843 or 778-708-4045

Scrap Car Removal

#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle Removal Ask about $500 Credit!!! $$ PAID for Some 604.683.2200

We pay up to $300 cash

8030 MISSION, 4th Ave. 2 BR, f/bath, sh’d w/d. Ns/np. $850/mo. March 1st. 604-287-8298, 604-802-2558

9145

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POCO CITADEL 900sf 2 BR, own W/D, D/W, maple flrs, 12 ft ceil’g, sep entry, CDS. By Mid/ Elem sch. $925 incls utls, cbl, net. NS/NP. Av Mar 1. 604-941-3391

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WORSHIP SERVICE 10:00 am

23500 Dewdney Trunk Rd., Maple Ridge 604-463-9622

Harris & Ford Roads Pitt Meadows

Sunday Mass at 7:00 pm

20399 Dewdney Trunk Rd

604-465-5717

604-951-3733

Rev. Greg Dalman, Senior Pastor Rev. Neil Penner, Adults & Evangelism Pastor Phil Siebenmorgen, Youth and College and Career

BOOK OF COMMON PRAYER

BAPTIST

FRASER VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH Meeting at

Yennadon Centre 12854 - 232nd Street Maple Ridge

Sundays: 10:30 am KJV Conservative Music

Traditional Anglican Communion

Following Jesus Fully! 22155 Lougheed Hwy. 604-467-9613 Looking for a place to belong? Weekly programs for all ages!

Sunday Worship Service

Pastor Dan Deschamp

604-826-0602

10:00am Everybody Welcome!

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ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA

HOLY SPIRIT ANGLICAN CHURCH

2010

WELCOME TO

ST. JOHN'S

"The church next door to the hospital" (River Road & Laity Street)

Sunday Services

272nd off Lougheed, Whonnock

604-462-7933 SUNDAY 10:00 AM

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(2 blocks off of Lougheed & 280th)

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Come worship with us in our NEW LOCATION

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Sundays @ 10am

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12240 Harris Road

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22165 Dewdney Trunk Rd.

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YOUR

H. Holness

(DLM) Minister

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PENTECOSTAL

PRESBYTERIAN

SALVATION ARMY

11858 - 216th St 604-467-1715

MORNING WORSHIP & SUNDAY SCHOOL

Mountain View Community Church 22188 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge Sunday Morning Worship and Junior Church

11:00 a.m.

10:00 AM

Pastors Ed & Kathie Chiu 604-463-8296

Come, Grow with us!

604-467-4343

SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST

Loving God Loving People

HANEY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

(E.L.C.I.C.) PASTOR: Peter Fischer 12145 Laity St.

WORSHIP 10:00 AM

www.thelivingway.ca Email: livingway@shaw.ca

(old Whonnock Elementary School)

Pastor Dan Ost 604.462.1161

MENNONITE BRETHREN

Maple Ridge Seventh-day Adventist Church 21467 Dewdney Trunk Road Haney, Maple Ridge 604-312-1849

Church at Study - Sat. 9:45am Church at Worship - Sat. 11:00am What do the prophecies in the Bible say about: End Time Events, One World Government, New Earth, Christ's Return? www.prophecycode.org

20450 Dewdney Trunk Rd, Maple Ridge

SUNDAY Service 10:00 am

Children & Youth Programs www.mrcchurch.com Pastor Duane Goerzen

604-465-4211

UNITED HAMMOND UNITED CHURCH 11391 Dartford

Corner of 114th Avenue

Sunday Worship & Church School 9:45 am EVERYONE WELOME

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Why Not Here? Why Not You? Why Not Now?

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Pastor Colin Peters 604-931-6651

Everyone Welcome

PLACE

BAPTIST

28304 96th Ave.

UNITED CHURCH

Worship................10:00 am Coffee to follow

Sundays: 1:00 pm

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12109 Harris Road Pitt Meadows

Enjoy contemporary worship, practical Bible messages, Sunday School, Bible studies & Warm Fellowship.

8:30 am & 10:30 am Church School & Nursery @ 10:30 am

UNITED

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Parish of St. Bride

BOOK OF COMMON PRAYER

Meeting at:

ST. ANDREW’S-HANEY

TRADITIONAL ANGLICAN

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St. Andrew’s Church off Haney Bypass at 116th Avenue 10:00am Sundays 7:30 pm Wednesday Bible Study Pastor Albert Foster (604)466-0500 ask about free Home Bible Study

UNITED

ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA

Worship Sunday School • Nursery Minister: Rev. Carla McGhie "Hall Available" www.holyspiritanglican.ca

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