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All four local contenders in Monday’s federal election answer burning questions.

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Home show prep It was all hands on deck Thursday, as organizers and volunteers with the Ridge Meadows Home Show, as well hundreds of exhibitors, and participants, prepared for the three-day show that begins at Planet Ice and the Albion Fairground today (Friday). The show starts today at 4 p.m., then runs Saturday and Sunday starting at 10 a.m. each day. Daniel Lemoine (left), the ride foreman for the Spider, assembled the popular carnival ride on site at the fairgrounds, while Matt Distasio, a home show handyman, cut down some panels for exhibit space inside of Planet Ice. See related story on page A16. Roxanne Hoper/TIMES

Federal election 2011

Candidates spar for last-minute votes

Topics at the all-candidates meeting on Wednesday evening ranged from Canada Post to poverty. by Maria Rantanen

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With boos, applause, and a standing ovation, a 100-plus crowd at Whonnock Lake Centre Wednesday heard from the four candidates vying to represent them in Ottawa. Whonnock Community Association, which traditionally holds an all-candidates meeting for every election, partnered with the local chamber of commerce to organize the event. Much of the sparring during the meeting was between the incumbent member of Parliament Randy Kamp and NDP’s hope-

ful Craig Speirs, who is currently a Maple Ridge councillor. Speirs said the Conservatives are waging a campaign of fear, and he said his party offered a platform of hope. “[The Conservatives are] trying to make you fear democracy,” Speirs said, adding that fear is a “bully’s best friend” and the best way to combat a bully is to “stand in front of them and say enough is enough.” Kamp countered Speirs’ criticism of negative campaigning, saying that his opponent complains of the negativity but resorts to name-calling. Green candidate Peter Tam pointed out that although the Greens got a million votes in the last election, they still didn’t elect a member of Parliament. Tam offered voters in the Pitt MeadowsMaple Ridge-Mission riding the chance to make history by electing the first Green member of Parliament in Canada.

At the beginning of the meeting, the candidates were allowed to speak directly to the audience and provide a rebuttal to their rivals’ speeches. After a brief intermission, candidates fielded questions from the audience. Questions ranged from Canada’s sovereignty and the military to the future of Canada Post, the Cohen Commission investigating the collapse of the salmon run, and food banks and poverty. Speirs’ comment that Canadians have always been peacekeepers drew long applause from the audience. But Kamp pointed out that Canada sometimes has to engage in military force in United Nations-sanctioned action. “We think our military has to be properly equipped and resourced to do so,”

Kamp said. Kamp also noted that the Conservative government has been working on sovereignty issues in northern Canada. Liberal candidate Mandeep Bhuller said Canada needs to strengthen international courts and to take its “rightful place” on the world stage. But he criticized the Conservative government’s plan to purchase fighter jets while the costs keep “escalating.” All the candidates agreed that poverty should be addressed in response to a question about food banks, but how they would eliminate it differed. “We definitely need to eliminate hunger,” Tam said. But he pointed out it’s been difficult for the local food banks to get food during the recession.

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PItt Meadows Meats was investigated.

Food safety reviewed Canada’s food safety surveillance systems are “inadequate,” leading to millions of food-related illnesses each year, according to a new report in the Canadian Medical Association Journal. Three years after a listeriosis outbreak at a Maple Leaf meat processing facility the physicians and scientists who wrote the report worry that Canada still depends on companies to detect and report the presence of pathogens. The risks of such a system were highlighted last year after a Pitt Meadows meat-packing plant failed to alert authorities to a positive test for E. coli bacteria. • More online at www.mrtimes.com, click on “News”

Two vehicles stolen Two vehicles were stolen over the last week. A black 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix with licence plate #245 CER, and 1994 Ford pickup with licence plate #7103 HM were reported stolen. • More online at www.mrtimes.com, click on “News”

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For those who didn’t vote in the advanced poll or haven’t registered to vote can still do so on election day May 2. Voter Information Cards, with information about where to vote, that arrived through the mail slot should be taken along to the poll station. To vote on election day, everyone has to identify themselves, either simply with a piece of identification that has photo, name, and address and is issued by a government agency, or with two pieces of authorized identification. Both must have one’s name and one must have one’s address. The third way for voters to identify themselves is to have someone who lives in the same riding vouch for them. To register on election day, citizens have to certify they’re Canadian and are 18 years old or older. They must also prove where they live. Employers have to ensure their employees have three consecutive hours to vote but employees can decide when they will have that time. For more information about voting and the election, go to www. elections.ca.

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Questions as presented to candidates: 1. How long have you lived in this riding?

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2. How long have you been a member of the federal party you are representing?

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3. Does Canada’s health care system need more funding?

4. Should for-profit options be part of the public health care system?

5. Should Canada implement a federal carbon tax?

6. Should Canada implement a federal cap and trade system for carbon dioxide?

7. Do you support expanding free trade agreements to Latin America, Asia, and/or Europe?

8. Do you support closer economic ties with the U.S.?

9. Are higher corporate taxes justified to increase services or pay down the deficit?

10. Are higher personal income or sales taxes justified to increase services or pay down the deficit?

11. Would you support recall legislation for the federal government, allowing dissatisfied constituents to remove their MP?

12. Do you support a change from the first-past-the-post voting system to one that includes proportional representation?

13. Should election ballots include, in addition to the names of candidates and their parties, a ‘None of the above’ box?

14. Do you support a woman’s right to obtain an abortion as currently legislated?

15. Is mandatory minimum sentencing an appropriate strategy for dealing with Criminal Code offences?

16. Are punishments outlined in the Criminal Code of Canada strong enough? 17. Should more money be put into criminal rehabilitation?

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18. Should marijuana be decriminalized?

19. Should prostitution be legalized? 20. Is technology such as the Internet aiding the public to be more involved in the democratic process?

21. Is this the right time for a federal election?

22. Does the government need to continue economic stimulus programs in the wake the recession?

23. Should the Canadian military leave Afghanistan completely this year?

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24. Does Canada need new legislation to protect its citizens’ privacy online? 25. Should the government regulate how much Internet providers can charge for broadband service?

How the “25 Questions” were presented to the candidates Each of the four local candidates for the May 2 federal general election were provided with the 25 questions listed above, along with the following instructions:

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help voters make their choices on election day. Every question can be answered yes (Y) no (N) or don’t know (D), or numerically for questions 1 and 2. If none of these is included, the space will be left blank in our printed version of the answers. In addition, candidates may expand on any or all of those questions up to 100 words per

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B.C. may ease overnight-job safety conditions, introduced after Ridge resident Grant DePatie’s death. by Jonathan Fowlie Postmedia Network Inc.

WorkSafeBC is considering changes that would water down rules meant to protect overnight workers from robberies and other violence. Introduced alongside Grant’s Law – a law requiring drivers to pay at gas stations before they fill up – the regulation in question requires retail companies that operate overnight to either install a barrier that separates employees from the public, or compel employers to have at least two workers on every overnight

shift so no one is left alone. The proposed changes would allow employers – mostly gas stations and convenience stores – to sidestep those requirements if they implement a socalled violence prevention program. That program would include mandatory safety measures such as: providing employees with a panic button that is monitored either by a security company or the employer; installation of a time lock safe; and video surveillance. The proposed changes will be open for discussion starting at a series of public meetings across the province that begin next week in Prince George. WorkSafeBC spokeswoman Donna Freeman said Wednesday the proposals come after a long period of assessing the new regulations.

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Police blotter

No one hurt in morning collision Two pickup trucks crashed at the intersection of 232 Street and 124 Avenue on Wednesday morning.

No one was hurt in a crash that occurred just after 6:30 a.m. on Wednesday, but one driver was charged with failing to yield to a vehicle. Ridge Meadows RCMP, Maple Ridge fire department, and B.C. Ambulance Service all attended the head-on collision between two pickup trucks on 232 Street at 124 Avenue in Maple Ridge.

Mounties assist CP Police

Members of the Canadian Pacific police force caught a 39-year-old man, as well as a 28-year-old woman for allegedly stealing metal, and trespassing on CP Rail property on Wednesday morning. Ridge Meadows RCMP were called to the 22100 block of River Road, and took the pair back to the police detachment, where they were held while officers began their investigation.

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‘Suffragette’ asked to leave mall Maple Ridge resident Bernice Rolls, has been going around town making sure voters know the election is coming up Monday.

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One local citizen has been working hard over the past few months to make sure everyone is aware of the upcoming federal election. Bernice Rolls is not hard to miss, dressed up in a ‘Suffragette’ costume from the early 1900s, and carrying a sign that reads ‘vote,’ she does attract attention. She attracted more than she bargained for Saturday, when she went into Haney Place Mall to visit Black Bond Books. This was not the first time she had been through the mall with her costume and sign, but that afternoon, Rolls said she was asked to leave by two security guards. “I can’t be that close to a bookstore without going in,” she said of her weekend detour into the mall. “People were coming up to me and thanking me, and wanting to shake my hand,” she said. But not the two security guards, who she said “were very nice,” but insistent she could not be there with her sign. She is not sure if the presence of the date, May 2, on the sign might have been a problem for the mall security as she did not have the date on it when she brought it onto the premises before.

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Three families from Maple Ridge are getting a very special day out in Vancouver this weekend.

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Connor Fogarty is only seven years old, and is already having to deal with things most people should never have to deal with. He is currently having chemotherapy for a Medulloblastoma brain tumor, after undergoing radiation and emergency brain surgery last year. “Connor came out of surgery fighting and swearing, and feisty and angry that I wouldn’t give him water,” said his mom Alix. “That was a good sign because he was a fighter.” Connor will need that fighting spirit, because by the time he has finished his chemotherapy, he will have had nine rounds. It was only last September when Connor was playing with his class at school when he felt dizzy and fell flat on his face. After being diagnosed with a possible inner-ear infection, then numerous tests, and being violently ill in the mornings, Connor was sent to BC Children’s Hospital where a CT and MRI found the brain tumor. “Connor is extra brave and strong,” said Alix. “He’s still just as goofy, which reminds you to smile everyday.” Connor and his family will be one of six attending a day at Science World this Saturday, which is sponsored by the Tiny

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Music Memories Entertainers including “Elvis” Murray Storrings, “Patsy Cline” Phyllis Rathbone, and dancers Stephen and Elaine Chu hope to make memories Saturday April 30 inside the Ridge Meadows Seniors Society auditorium. Music Memories is a fundraiser for the RMSS and features songs from a plethora of famous singers as well as dance groups ranging from Hawaiian to ballroom dance. The show, directed by Rathbone (who will also belt out songs from Tammy Wynette) runs from 2 to 4 p.m. and tickets are $8 in advance, or $9 at the door. The society building is located at 12150 224th St. For more on the presentation, call 604-467-4993.

Fundraiser

Riding to help conquer cancer

A former Pitt Meadows resident is riding in memory of his sister.

Jason Paul O’Connell is taking part in the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer this June, and a fundraiser is being held on Saturday May 7 at 5 p.m. at the Jolly

Coachman Pub in Pitt Meadows. O’Connell’s sister Kristina lost her battle with cancer on April 1, 2002. Tickets are available at the door, or by calling Gwen O’Connell at 604-465-5607.

• Stay tuned to future editions of the TIMES for more on Jason’s quest.

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Numbers fatally large Last year 95,000 workers were injured on the job in British Columbia. One hundred forty-three lost their lives at work. Those numbers are as reprehensible as they are astounding. Yesterday’s Day of Mourning, recognizing on-the-job fatalities in this province, across Canada, and around the world was an important recognition of those lost lives. It’s important to remember those who have died in the service of their communities – because, after all, that is what we all do when we go to work each day. We serve our communities, each of us at different levels, when we go through our work-a-day routines. Everyone with a job – whether a lawyer or construction worker, an accountant or a lumberyard forklift driver, a politician or a fast food restaurant operator, airline pilot or auto mechanic – contributes to the local economy. Some serve the community more directly, working for non-profit organizations, or toiling in public service as doctors and nurses, teachers and janitors, police officers and firefighters. Some of the jobs that support our communities throughout the province are more dangerous than others. Those police officers and firefighters, for instance, know from the get-go that there may be times when they’ll have to put their lives on the line to protect the rest of us. Despite great improvements, some of B.C.’s most fundamental industries, like mining, fishing, lumber harvesting, and agriculture, continue to present serious threat of debilitating or fatal injuries to workers in the field. Special occasions like the Day of Mourning that was marked in many places throughout the world yesterday help to raise public awareness of the dangers, and consequently very likely will save some lives. But workers themselves need to be vigilant to the hazards around them, employers need to be mindful of their responsibilities to reduce those hazards, and governments need to be more resourceful in establishing rules – and enforcing them – to ensure workers’ safety. It’s literally a matter of life and death. –B.G.

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Nuptials, hockey dwarf election Wow that was some long weekand Kate Middleclass, a commoner end, eh? (Longer for some than by royal standards, this Friday for others; almost a rite of spring – the same day that Willy’s mom, that professional development the much-loved Diana married day before Good Friday. Charles, heir to the big chair. I wonder if the educators in If you thought that hockey fans Jerusalem in Christ’s time took were passionate, hard-core monthat extra day: you know, a conarchists are positively orgasmic ference and some spring skiing up about this union, buying up all on Mount Sinai?). manner of wedding paraphernalia It really is the true beginning of – plates, towels, jewelry, even by Tim Tyler condoms – and cleaning the big spring isn’t it with the sunshine t3atyler@shaw.ca and getting down on your hands screen TV for today’s event, one and knees to work the garden, that is no doubt costing British taking out the lawn mower (I practically had taxpayers more than they’d care to know. to douse mine with gas and set it afire before No matter, Kate and Will are going to rekindle it would start); cleaning up all that winter dog interest in the monarchy and very possibly set poop; putting on the shorts and the sandals; up Willy Boy as an heir to the throne before his greeting the Jehovah’s Witnesses at the door: father – who is a bit of a meddling nut job, stickJV asked me if I think about this fellow a lot ing his sizeable nose into matters political where – holding up a picture of Christ – and I said, “Jim it doesn’t belong. Chuck is about as popular as Morrison? He’s been dead for years.” head cheese these days and has set something of “No Jesus Christ,” he replied; to which I said, a record for wait time in line for the throne. “same thing.” I did tell him I’d been thinking I understand even less, than the hockey nuts, about Charlton Heston in the Ten Commandments the fascination with this wedding and have and Willem Dafoe in the Last Temptation of vowed to avoid it all costs, even though it Christ, which was a bit cheesy with all the healscreams out from newspapers and magazines every where you go. ing and raising from the dead and turning water I’m starting to miss Brad and Angelina, as well into wine etc. (The guy should be running for as Charlie Sheen as I stand in line at the grocers prime minister on the NDP ticket). next to the tabloids and People magazine. What’s Not to forget the trip to Purdy’s and the purmissing in your lives that you have become chase of several chocolate bunnies and some attached so zealously to these two young limeys caramel eggs to scarf down while Moses comes on their wedding day? I give Kate and Wills creddown off the mountain with the flagstones bearit, however – they wanted to keep it quiet. ing the commandments; “These are the house But that would be like the Canucks wanting rules, disobey them at your peril.” Now there’s someone Harper could relate to, right? to keep a Stanley Cup victory quiet; you have to Not to mention the Canucks: crucified Thursday have the parade and the public drunkenness, the and Sunday, resurrected on Tuesday, (much to hero worship, the purchase of yet more royal/ the delight of the Vancouver Police, although hockey gear; you have to give us our vicarious methinks the joy of victory is every bit as annoythrills. That’s how we commoners get our fix, ing as the agony of defeat, the way people carry how we’re able to go on with our dreary lives, by on). winning the cup, by marrying the princess. A federal election pales in comparison. But, hockey and Harper and Heston are all By the way, Randy: don’t despair, you have small stuff compared to this season’s, nay this that fat pension and probably a senate appointcentury’s big event, The Royal Rutting, the nupment. tials of Willy Windsor, grandson to the Queen,

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Mailbag

Federal election 2011

Add sports to agenda Dear Editor,

Sport and recreation should be included on political platforms. Government support of sport and physical activity is an important topic when electing Canada’s federal, provincial, and municipal political leaders. Given the impact that sport and physical activity have on the quality of life in local communities across the country, this

should be a meaningful topic for politicians to include and discuss on their platforms. Eighteen per cent of Canadians belong to a sport group in some capacity, and 39 per cent take part in more than 250,000 sport events in Canada every year. With more than 33,000 sport organizations, and 5.3 million sport and recreation volunteers (more

Column abuses power Dear Editor,

Re: Politicians singing wrong tune, April 15 Yours Truly column, TIMES. Our parliamentary democracy is an adversarial system of government that subjects both Members of Parliament and would-be MPs to intense scrutiny and criticism: that is as it should be. However, columnist Tim Tyler’s gratuitous remark that he saw incumbent MP Randy Kamp “at the special needs ball game... pushing some kid’s walker out of the way to get into a photo” crossed the line that separates political commentary from a loathsome attempt to assassinate a candidate’s character. Ad hominem attacks have no place in civilized political discourse and Mr. Tyler’s cheap shot marks a new low for The TIMES. I’m especially dismayed that a writer, who earlier this month revealed that his son has Down syndrome, and who made an eloquent and touching plea for greater public acceptance of all disabled persons, would stoop so low as to use special needs children as props in his ongoing vendetta against Mr. Kamp. In the past I’ve read and often enjoyed Mr. Tyler’s columns in spite of our opposing political viewpoints, but I’m done reading his vitriol, because I’ve lost respect for him (respect being a two-way street). Has Mr. Tyler no shame, no honour? The freedoms we enjoy as Canadians do not come without responsibilities. Even in the free and open society that we so cherish, common decency dictates that there must be reasonable limitations on free speech. The press may be free, but they have power, and with power comes responsibility. The press are no less accountable for their actions than the elected officials they scrutinize. Mr. Groeneveld, as Editor of The TIMES, it was your duty to ensure that your columnist, who is not a professional journalist, did not abuse his power. Sir, you failed to uphold that duty and have brought shame upon your newspaper. Kirk Brown, Maple Ridge

than any other sector) there is no question that there is a well-deserved place for sport in Canadian political discussions. When looking at the benefits of sport, its direct positive impact on physical, mental, and psycho-social well-being are obvious, but equally meaningful are its links to decreased crime and health care costs. Sport programs have been shown to help youth develop pro-social behaviour, which reduces instances of vandalism and underage drinking. This is backed by 92 per cent of Canadians who believe that community sport can have a positive influence in the lives of youth. Research estimates that direct health care costs due to physical inactivity range between $2.1 and $5.3 billion per year. Sport and physical activity can and should be considered preventative health care services that are just as, if not more, important than curative health care. Health care, crime, and quality of living are common topics on political platforms. It is vital that politicians engage citizens in improving these areas through sport and physical activity; as they are together the most popular single sector with the widest range of positive effects that can do this. Political discussion should be initiated and maintained regarding investments in sport and recreational infrastructure and programming that are accessible to all Canadians no matter their ability, income, age or residence.

Lynne Jambor General manager Golden Ears Winter Club

Many more local election letters online: www.mrtimes.com

Appreciation

Family thanks Good Samaritans Dear Editor,

On April 2, during the opening day games for baseball at Pitt Meadows Athletic Park, our father (Ken Tupper) suddenly collapsed, due to a heart problem. In doing so, he fell to the pavement and broke his hip. Several people came to his aid. Someone called 911, a man applied pressure to his cut hand, while an off-duty paramedic assessed the situation, stabilized our father, and communicated with the ambulance team when they arrived.

Other people were very kind, covering him with two blankets to keep him warm and folding another blanket to cushion his head. Unfortunately, we do not know who these Good Samaritans were, but we would like to express our sincere thanks to all the people who came to our father’s aid. It is so much appreciated by my mother Joyce (of Maple Ridge), and all our family, is from all of us. Thank you! Marilyn Reid, North Vancouver

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ARE YOU PREPARED? Join us for… Pitt Meadows Emergency Preparedness Fair

Wednesday, May 4th • 12 pm – 3 pm Pitt Meadows Family Recreation Centre Do you know what to do during an earthquake? Are you and your family prepared to be on your own for 72 hours? The City of Pitt Meadows would like to invite you to a free public information open house to help prepare you and your family if disaster strikes

Participants will include: • Pitt Meadows Fire Dept. • Ridge Meadows Search & Rescue • CPR Police • Community Police • Public Works

• BC Ambulance Service • Fall Prevention • Emergency Social Services • Tim Horton’s Community Cruiser

For more detailed information please contact Brad Perrie, Emergency Program Coordinator at 604.465.2412 or bperrie@pittmeadows.bc.ca.

Things have been broken in Ottawa, but it doesn’t have to be this way. This election, look to the local experience of NDP candidate CRAIG SPEIRS: • Serving his fourth term on Maple Ridge Council • Director on the Lower Mainland Local Government Association • Worked for “Zero Waste” options instead of incineration • Fought to retain our Public Water Supply - not privatization.

On May 2, vote for Craig Speirs. QUESTIONS OR RIDES TO THE POLLS PHONE 604-476-2406 Paid for and authorized by the Ofﬁcial Agent for the candidate.

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Leave Your Skin at the Door is a new exhibition that runs in Abbotsford from April 29 to May 19. by Amy Judd

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Two Maple Ridge residents have been working hard over the past four years to complete their BFA in visual arts, and now the fruits of their labours will be on display for the public to see. Sandy Moulton and Amy Powers are aware that opening up their work for others to scrutinize is terrifying, but it is also part of becoming a practicing artist. “It’s people’s reactions I guess that are both daunting and really exciting,” said Powers. Even though each artist had to provide a statement about their work in the exhibition, Powers is hoping the viewer will be able to see what she is trying to convey with her work anyway. “I’m hoping the artistic statement is unnecessary,” she said. “I really want people to be moved, stirred, not the same as they came in somehow,” added Moulton. “Artists like to stir things up,” she laughed. The exhibition, called Leave Your Skin at the Door, is all about the viewer leaving their preconceived notions, about what the work may mean, outside. Moulton works mostly with sculpture, but she also gravitates to painting and ceramics. Powers loves painting and photography, and combines the two to create layered pieces. Although all the work in the show is different, each artist had to provide a reason behind their work, something that

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Sandy Moulton, left, and Amy Powers will be showcasing their art work starting April 29. was both interesting and challenging for the two local artists. “I think it’s a good thing because it sets you up to explain yourself,” said Powers. “On the other hand sometimes you want to say ‘I slapped that paint there because I felt like that’,” laughed Moulton. Both agree however, that their time spent at UFV was beyond what they could have hoped for. “I don’t know what I’m going to do,” said Powers. “It’s consuming and then it’s just going to be gone.” “It’s going to be a very sad time, but also exciting,” added Moulton. Both cited teachers including Davida Kidd, Shelley Stefan, Brenda Fredrick, and Grace Tsurumaru as helping them realize their potential as artists. Leave Your Skin at the Door runs from April 29 to May 19, at the UFV Abbotsford campus, located at 33844 King Rd. in Abbotsford, and gallery hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Emergency Preparedness Week May 1-7 After seeing the devastation caused by the earthquake and tsunami in Japan in March, many people Televised Council Meetings have been reminded • May 3, 7:00pm of the importance • May 17, 7:00pm of having an emerCouncil in Committee gency kit ready for the Meetings unexpected. If supplies • May 10, 6:00pm such as food and gas • May 24, 3:00pm are low and electricity and water shut off, you may need to Check the Council Meeting survive for days with little resources.

COUNCIL MEETINGS

Calendar online at pittmeadows.bc.ca > City Hall > Council Agendas and Minutes, and click on the link in the top right corner.

Watch Council Meetings live online! Visit our website at pittmeadows.bc.ca and click on Council Meeting Videos under the Quick Links sidebar.

ComeVisit Us at the Home Show

The City of Pitt Meadows will be at the Ridge Meadows Home Show this weekend, so be sure to stop by and say hi! Find resources on our community and learn more about what’s going on in Pitt Meadows. Look for us in Building C at the Home Show on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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Artisans & Crafters at Pitt Meadows Day

Artisans and crafters are invited to display their handcrafted items for sale at Harris Road Park on Pitt Meadows Day.To participate, download the Field Activities Application Form from our website at pittmeadows.bc.ca. Click on “Pitt Meadows Day 2011” under the Quick Links tab on the right of the homepage.

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On May 4, visit the Emergency Preparedness Fair between 12pm and 3pm at Spirit Square in front of the Family Recreation Centre to learn more about preparing your family for emergencies. Or you can visit our website at pittmeadows. bc.ca under Residents > Residential Services > Emergency Program for information on how to prepare for a variety of emergencies and what to have in your emergency kit.

What’s Happening Got a non-proﬁt community event? Send the info to City Talks at info@pittmeadows.bc.ca. Ridge Meadows Home Show & Children’s Festival – Apr 28-May 1 More than 350 exhibitor booths with everything you need for your home.Visit ridgemeadowshomeshow.com. Pitt Meadows Library Annual Booksale – Apr 30, May 3-4 Looking for new books? Drop by the Library’s annual booksale on Saturday 10am-4pm;Tuesday, 10am-8pm; and Wednesday, 10am-8pm. Call the Library for more details at 604.465.4113. Emergency Preparedness Week – May 1-7 Learn the importance of having an emergency kit, making an emergency plan, and identifying risks in the region.Visit getprepared.gc.ca.

Youth Week – May 1-7 A week of fun, interaction and celebration of young people and Reducing Organic Waste the accomplishments and diversity of youth across the province Doing some spring cleaning in Check out the new Pitt Meadows Sport Court (Adjacent to the the yard? Wondering where PM Youth lounge) on May 3rd between 6 pm and 8pm for food, to take your leaves, branches and other green waste? prizes and games and a chance to name the new sport court.

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June 4 – Pitt Meadows Day June 26 – Airport Day Open House June 26 – Country Garden Tour You can ﬁnd a copy of CityTalks on our website at pittmeadows.bc.ca.Want to receive City Talks electronically? Visit the website to subscribe.

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A better way to use your kitchen and food scraps is to compost them – right in your own backyard! To learn more about composting, visit Metro Vancouver”s website at metrovancouver.org under Services>Solid Waste & Recycling>Residents>Food Recycling/Composting.

Public Works Week – May 15-21 A celebration of the men and women who provide and maintain the infrastructure and services in our community.Visit cpwa.net. Next Month – watch for details on these and other events:

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Charity

Singers and tweeters support food bank Friends In Need mourns its founder’s passing this week. by Maria Rantanen

mrantanen@mrtimes.com

Two recent fundraisers for the Friends In Need Food Bank raised food and money for the local charitable organization. A concert at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church raised $1,954 and brought in 500 pounds of food, while a tweet-up at Lava Lounge brought in several grocery bags and some much needed cash for the food bank. The concert at St. Paul’s featured Aimee Oliverio, Nigel Tucker, the

Millennium Singers, and the Maple Ridge Choral Society at the church, which donated space and refreshments. “Just another example of the great people who live in Maple Ridge and the generous local merchants who support so many causes,” said retired reverend and long-time food bank supporter Bob Goos. Several local businesses donated items for the event, which included an Easter egg hunt. Brenda Garcia of Thrive Solutions and Andrea Walker of Walker Park Media had been following each other on Twitter before they met at chamber of commerce function. On April 14, they invited their fol-

lowers to meet them face-to-face for a Ridge Meadows Tweet Up at the Lava Lounge to benefit the Friends In Need. “We saw this as an opportunity to do something great for the community so included an admission fee of a monetary or non-perishable donation to the Friends In Need Food Bank,” Walker said. They are planning another tweet up within the next month and want to hold it as a food bank fundraiser. “It’s a charity that’s always in need,” Walker said. In the meantime, Friends is mourning the passing this week of one of its founders, Carol Carl.

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Happy Mothers Day Flamenco sizzles on stage The ACT

Join us at Meadow Gardens on May 8th for our Fabulous Brunch Buffet and Prime Rib Dinner Buffet

Due to popularity, Flamenco Rosario’s production of Then & Now (Ayer y Hoy) has added a second show.

Get ready to be transported to the theatres of Madrid and Barcelona, when dancers under the instruction of Rosario Ancer take the stage in Maple Ridge this Saturday. The show, called Then & Now, or Ayer y Hoy, demonstrates how Flamenco was traditionally performed and how it has changed and evolved as it has moved on to the world stage. The guitarists and singers accompany all of the numbers, and when not performing, dancers add percussion (palmas) and verbal responses to the performers with the traditional shouts of encouragement — “Ole!” “With the vibrant and sultry dance of Flamenco, both music and dance fans will enjoy this performance, said Lindy Sisson, the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Arts Council executive director. “We are extremely fortunate to have award-winning choreographer Rosario Ancer here with us at the ACT in Maple Ridge, and I am thrilled the 8:30 show has sold out and that we were able to add a second show at 6:30,” she added. Mexican-born and Spanish-trained Ancer launched her professional career in Spain when she joined Ballet Espanol Antonio del Castillo. In 1981, she joined the prestigious Tablao Flamenco Arco de Cuchilleros in Madrid and later toured with the Paco Mundo and Maria Velasquez Dance Company. In 1989, after moving to Vancouver, she established her school, Centro Flamenco,

Early Morning Baked Goods

Mufﬁns, Croissants, Danish, Scones & Home Baked Strudel Vanilla Yogurt, Mixed Wild Berries & Granola

Selection of Chef inspired Salads & Platters West Coast Seafood Platter

Washington Coast Dungeness Crab, Peel and Eat Black Tiger Shrimp with Housemade Cocktail Sauce, Smoked Salmon Lox, Blackened Salmon with a White Miso Vinaigrette, Steamed Puget Sound Manila Clams and Penn Cove Mussels, Creamy Smoked Salmon Mousse

Brunch Classics

Apple-wood Smoked Thick-Cut Bacon, Country Kielbasa, Maple Sausage, Hand-Made Biscuits with Creamy Sausage Gravy, Skillet Fried Potatoes with Peppers and Sweet Onions, Pan Scrambled Eggs topped with three cheese, scallion & Diced Peppers

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Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows Times MacDonald realtors Maggie Prince, John Johnson (far left), Travis Franklin, and Margaret Bakstad (far right) will be volunteering at the home show to raise money for youth. Angie Rowell (centre) with the Youth Centre Society will help coordinate the efforts. Maria Rantanen/TIMES

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This is the fourth year MacDonald Realty is teaming up with the Youth Centre Society to raise money for kids in the community. A large portion of the office staff at MacDonald Realty volunteer their time to drive the shuttle at the Ridge Meadows Home Show. The shuttles have cans on them and riders are encouraged to donate some money that then goes to a project chosen by the Youth Centre Society. Travis Franklin, one of the main organizers of the shuttle service and a realtor at MacDonald Realty, said the company leaves it up to the society to choose

where the money goes. The first year, the money went toward the youth action park at Thomas Haney Secondary. Two years ago, funds were used for a washer and dryer for the Iron Horse Youth House, and last year it went to the North Fraser Therapuetic Riding Association. “It’s a fun weekend,” Franklin said of the Home Show. “We want to give back to the community.” It also gives exposure to the Youth Centre Society, Franklin said. As MacDonald Realty is into its fourth year organizing the shuttle to raise money for youth, Franklin said “we’re getting it down to an art.” This year the money will be used by a group of concerned citizens who want to bring back Big Brothers/Big Sisters services to Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows, which ended on March 14.

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The City of Pitt Meadows Public Works Department will be ﬂushing water mains throughout the municipality for approximately twelve weeks beginning March 21, 2011. During this time there may be a temporary drop in water pressure or a noticeable discolouration in tap water. To correct problems with milky water, open the cold tap slightly to bleed air from the water lines. If you experience problems with dirty water, turn on an outside tap and let it run until the water clears. The City thanks residents for their patience during this routine maintenance of the water mains. If there are any questions or concerns please call 604-465-2434. Public Works Department 11333 Harris Road Pitt Meadows, BC, V3Y 2M5

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times WHAT’S ON April 29 ❚ The Hominum Fraser Valley Chapter is a support and discussion group to help gay, bisexual and questioning men facing the challenges of being married, separated or single. Its next meeting is at 7:30 p.m. For information and meeting location, call Art at 604-462-9813 or Don at 604-329-9760.

April 30 ❚ Music Memories, featuring a variety of singers in the style of Elvis, Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline and others, will be at the Ridge Meadows Seniors Centre at 12150 224th St. from 2 to 4 p.m. Info: RMSS reception 604467-4993.

April 30 to May 4 ❚ Pitt Meadows Library at 12047 Harris Rd. holds its annual book sale. Half of the proceeds will go to the Pitt Meadows Secondary dry grad. Times: April 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., May 1 from 12 to 3:30 p.m., May 3 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and May 4 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

April 30 ❚ Then & Now (Ayer y Hoy) Flamenco Rosario at 6:30 p.m. at the ACT. Then & Now demonstrates how Flamenco was traditionally performed and how it has

Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows Times evolved as it has moved onto the world stage. Tickets: adults $27, students $20.

April 30 ❚ The Fraser Valley Rhododendron Society is holding its annual plant sale from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Laity Pumpkin Patch, 21145 128th Ave. featuring rhododendrons, azaleas, annuals, perennials, vegetables, maples, native plants, rock garden and Alpine plants. Info: www.fvrs.rhodos.ca.

April 30 ❚ Golden Ears Elementary is holding an all-day scrapbooking event, an annual fundraiser for the school from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The cost is $35. Info: email Joanne at joanne4cm@shaw.ca to register.

April 30 ❚ The Maple Ridge Garden Club plant, craft and bake sale will be in the gym at St. Patrick’s School from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

April 30 ❚ The Bergthorson Academy presents free singer/songwriter evenings in Pitt Meadows at 12229 Harris Rd. Participants can perform cover tunes or original material starting April 30 from 7 to 9 p.m. and then continuing on the last Saturday of every month. The focus will be on performance, technique and songwriting. Participants bring their voice, instrument, lyrics and musical

arrangement. Professional accompaniment will be available as well. The events are hosted by Robert Maddocks of Intense Productions Recording Studio. Sign up starts at 6:30 p.m.

May 1 ❚ Blues for the Bank, a fundraiser for the Friends In Need Food Bank, will be held from 6 to 11 p.m. at the Kingfishers Pub at 23840 River Rd. It will feature the music of the Blues Piggies with Rob Montgomery, James Shepherd and the Bare Bones Band, and Some X6 Band. Suggested donation of cans of food plus $10.

May 1 ❚ The Alouette Field Naturalists travel to the Silver Creek Wetlands in Mission. Meet at 9:30 a.m. on 228th Street between Dewdney and Lougheed to carpool. Info: Joan at 604460-6415.

May 1 ❚ Meadow Ridge Singers present Love is in the Air at 2:30 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 12145 Laity St. Tickets and info: 604-465-4782.

May 3 ❚ Ridge Meadows Recycling Society’s annual general meeting will be held at the Hammond Community Centre at 20601 Westfield Ave. Meeting starts at 7 p.m. A complete listing is available online at www.mrtimes.com, click “Community”

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Youth spent cooking with Mom

like when she was a child were what I loved the most. Her parents migrated to Canada from Germany in the early 1930s and they worked the land as farmers in Saskatchewan. Stories of the As a child, my mom brutally cold winters was the biggest influand how most of their ence on my life and meals came from by Chef Dez upbringing. Being a their crops and the Chef Dez is a food columnist and culinary instructor in single parent of four pigs that they raised the Fraser Valley. Visit him at www.chefdez.com. children for many always kept me capSend questions to dez@chefdez.com years, she persevered or to P.O. Box 2674, Abbotsford, B.C. V2T 6R4 tivated. through many of life’s As a child, she, too, obstacles to ensure a was always by her suitable developmental environment for mom’s side in the kitchen. all of us. It was there that she gained the culinThere are many examples of her dedica- ary skills that were passed on to me. tion to motherhood, but the fire of culinMany of the meals that I was exposed ary aspirations that she fueled within me to as a child were influenced by not only is something that I am forever grateful her German heritage, but also by the for. underprivileged lifestyle of Ever since I can rememfortuneless farmers. ber, she was always there As a child, my mom Creative simplicity was to offer me a spot beside always the focus as we was the biggest her in the kitchen. While transformed everyday influence on my life other boys my age were ingredients into something involved in various sports and upbringing. incredible. activities, my idea of a Some of the most memteam was right there in orable foods for me that our home. stimulate thoughts of my childhood are Still to this day, I can almost hear the rice pudding, cherry soup, and sugared scuffing of the old wooden footstool as I milk bread slices. dragged it across the floor. There I would The way to a man’s heart is through his stand upon the flour-dusted crevices as stomach, but it is also the way to many she secured my apron, readying me for great memories. our next culinary adventure. Thank you Mom for the laughter, the Many of our kitchen conversations were tears, the guidance, and the years. You are always on my mind. a journey back in time. More online at www.mrtimes.com, click on “Life” Descriptive adventures of what life was

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Plant unreceptive to moving Dear Anne,

We are re-doing our garage and need to move the climbing hydrangea that is partly covering one side. We want to save and later replant it, once the garage is done. What is the best way to go about it?

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I wish I could reassure you that your climbing hydrangea will recover. But having to move it twice means double stress for it. Also it’s best moved when it’s dormant, but since this is April, it will already be entering its growing season. Hydrangeas generally aren’t that hard to move. But the smaller ones are definitely easier. If your climbing hydrangea is long-established, it will have a huge mass of roots in a very heavy root ball. It will help if you can move as large a root ball as possible (without wrecking your backs). The pruning should try to equalize the roots within the root ball with the amount of top growth you leave intact. If the roots are too few to look after the remaining top growth, you’ll get a lot of dieback (maybe total dieback). But if you’re going to guess wrong (and it’s easy to guess wrong), you’re safest to have too many

roots for the amount of top growth you’ve left. In its temporary home, try to give it rich, moist, but well-drained (not swampy) soil. It will be much healthier heeled into a garden bed. If you have to use a container, be sure to water well and frequently. Then, if it survives to be moved back to your garage wall, reward it by lavish (but balanced) feeding. One other point: the sucker pads of climbing hydrangea can be difficult to remove from walls. Dear Anne,

There is a plant in my lawn which looks like moss but moss killer will not touch it. This plant stays green. Could I use boiling water to kill this plant?

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’m fairly sure you’ve got the weedy variety of pearlwort (sagina procumbens) – and yes, boiling water should kill it for now. It is hard to eradicate and may re-seed almost immediately. It’s likely to re-seed next spring as well and so will the moss unless you fix the conditions that encourage them

both to grow. Both pearlwort and moss do well in poor soil. Making your lawn more fertile will help prevent recurrence. I wonder if your lawn is a little too shady and moist for healthy grass. It can be hard to reduce shade, but it’s not so hard to reduce excessive moisture over the long haul. In addition to the usual compostspreading and liming, just add a thin layer of sand to your lawn each spring. Gradually grass roots will grow up into the sand-soil mix and the lawn will become drier. Commercial compost with a percentage of sand included might suit your purposes well. The percentage can vary from 10 to 30 per cent sand. News flash: Maple Ridge Garden Club is holding a tour of seven gardens 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sunday, June 26. Tickets (including map, beverage, and goodies) are $15 at Trice Farms Pond and Garden Centre, Triple Tree Nursery, Amsterdam Greenhouses, or from club members Gayle at 604467-2956, or Margaret at 604-467-1885.

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Victoria Bennett was relaxing at Kanaka Creek Coffee one March afternoon, and from her fresh face and bright eyes, no one would know she had just completed a 12-day filming marathon. Thankfully, she’s used to being very busy. After starting a Montessori preschool with her mom in 2004, the now 30-year-old realized the call towards the lights and cameras of film and television was still present, so she attended a full-time acting program at the Vancouver’s William Davis Centre in 2008. “I got more in touch with myself,” said the Thomas Haney grad of that program. “Everything I thought I knew, I didn’t know at all,” she laughed. One of the people she met at her school was director Tracy D. Smith, who Bennett worked with on her first Maple Ridge production called Everything and Everyone. With about 12 main acting roles and an ensemble of about 25, the filming had to be done in 12 days, so it was a time of organized chaos for everyone involved. Bennett praised the community of Maple Ridge and the District for opening their hearts and making the filming process so much easier for the low-budget film. They filmed at Bennett’s friend’s house in Silver Valley, at Golden Ears Park, Kanaka Creek Coffee and even at a house on 280th Street, among others. “I would say it’s a cross between The Notebook and Love Actually,” Bennett said of the film. “The ultimate love story.” She said she was consistently amazed by the dedication and the hard work of the cast and crew. “Because it’s an independent film a lot of the jobs are doubled up,” she said. Apart from her acting role, Bennett also worked as a locations manager and an assistant director. She only got between two to four hours sleep

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Victoria Bennett described her film Everything and Everyone as ‘the ultimate love story.’ a night during the 12-day shoot. However, this was a labour of love for everyone involved, and Bennett would be the first to sign up for the experience again in a heartbeat. In Everything and Everyone, Bennett plays the writer, director and actor in a play who performs alongside the main character Noah. He is trying to decide what to do with his life, and tries many different jobs before finding himself on stage. Bennett said the scene is going to look really beautiful in the movie. Even though she admits she misses everyone from that set, she is now looking forward to what the future holds. She is concentrating on developing her writing skills, moving to downtown Vancouver for the summer and applying her acting skills and lessons to her everyday life. “I’m just really

happy to be able to be out there and working,” she said. The past few months have not been easy for Bennett, but her positive attitude helps keep her going. “For the past three months I haven’t even had somewhere to live,” she said. “But you can’t help but love your life,” she smiled. “How many lives can I fit into this one life called Victoria Bennett? If this is what I’ve stuffed into 30 years, what the heck will the next 30 years bring?” she laughed. Everything and Everyone is now in post-production and will be released in a festival, and hopefully picked up by a network. “Even straight to DVD would be great,” said Bennett. She just knows big things are on the horizon for everyone involved.

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Local musician Ivan Boudreau is hosting another SongStage event on Tuesday. by Amy Judd ajudd@mrtimes.com

One of the toughest steps for any new musician and songwriter can be getting up in front of an audience and singing their own material. SongStage, part of the After Hours event at The ACT, aims to help musicians get over this fear. “It’s a very safe environment, very supportive,” said host and local musician Ivan Boudreau. “It’s a listening environment.” Boudreau said the aim of the evening is not only to encourage the craft of the songwriting process and help musicians learn to develop the skill of performing live, but also provide people in the community the chance to hear some new local music. He is the host of the evening, and will play some of his music, but will be also be joined by a special guest at each event, with Gary Comeau appearing on May 3.

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Ivan Boudreau said he hopes to help new songwriters find their voice. “He’s a good friend and he’s played on one of my CDs,” said Boudreau. “He rarely plays solo, he usually plays with his band The Voodoo AllStars.” After the featured artist, there will be an open-mic portion where anyone can sing their songs. “It’s a way to build your songs a bit better and maybe learn from others’ experience,” said Boudreau. “It’s challenging to go out and play your music,” he added. “It’s kind of like baring your soul to the audience.” This after-hours lobby event at The ACT will run for a few more weeks, on

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May 3 and June 7, and then will start back up again in September. “It was interesting to watch some struggling writers who had never performed in front of an audience, come in whiteknuckled and just blossom,” said Boudreau of past weeks. All songwriters and music lovers are welcome, and there will be no pressure to perform for those who just want to enjoy the music. The event is free, and takes place May 3 and June 7 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the lobby of The ACT, at 11944 Haney Pl.

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Federal election 2011

25 Questions

Federal election 2011

25 Questions

Local candidates in the May 2 federal general election were offered an opportunity to expand on their yes/no responses (page A3). Here are three answers from: Craig Speirs New Democratic Party

Local candidates in the May 2 federal general election ere offered an opportunity to expand on their yes/no responses (page A3). Here are three answers from: Mandeep Bhuller Liberal Party

12. Do you support a change from the current first-past-the-post voting system to one that includes proportional representation?

3. Does Canada’s health care system need more funding?

A Liberal government will commit to continuing the 6% increase per year in Healthcare funding, even beyond the 2014 deadline. This will allow the provinces to be confidant in secure and stable healthcare funding. Personally, I believe that we need to re-examine how healthcare is delivered in this country. However, while the federal government should have a seat at the table when discussing healthcare delivery, it is ultimately a Provincial responsibility, and must be led by the provinces.

It needs to be discussed in the House of Commons.

16. Are punishments outlined in the Criminal Code of Canada strong enough?

We need to look at all the laws before we build more jails.

23. Should the Canadian military leave Afghanistan completely this year?

We should leave within a reasonable time frame; I am not sure what time frame that would entail.

Find all of Craig Speirs’s responses online at www.mrtimes.com, click on ‘Decision 2011’

21. Is this the right time for a federal election?

Yes, when a sitting government thinks it is appropriate to withhold information pertinent to legislation from Parliamentarians, it is time for voters to review their choice of government.

22. Does the government need to continue economic stimulus programs in the wake of the recession?

As the Honourable Scott Brison said, when he was in the riding, “There may be a statistical recovery, but there is still a human recession.” The federal government must invest in our citizens and our businesses, to ensure that our economy is capable and flexible enough to respond to the ever changing global economy, whether in recession or in boom times. Government must ensure, however, that we are not mortgaging our children’s futures for short-term gain.

Find all of Mandeep Bhuller’s responses online at www.mrtimes.com, click on ‘Decision 2011’

Federal election 2011

25 Questions Local candidates in the May 2 federal general election were offered an opportunity to expand on their yes/no responses (page A3). Here are three answers from: Randy Kamp Conservative Party 4. Should for-profit options be part of the public health care system?

No. There are already some private service providers operating in Canada, but our government is focused on improving the universal, publicly funded health care system that we value in Canada. That means, unlike the previous Liberal government, we won’t balance the budget by cutting health funding. In fact, we have increased health transfers by 33% since we took office, and have committed to a 6% increase, or twice the rate of inflation, moving forward. This should allow the public health care system to catch up after some significant cuts under the previous government.

25 Questions Local candidates in the May 2 federal general election were offered an opportunity to expand on their yes/no responses (page A3). Here are three answers from: Peter Tam Green Party

14. Do you support a woman’s right to obtain an abortion as currently legislated?

No. We have to shift from treatment Medicare to preventative Medicare, and also a payment system that is partially based on results.

16. Are punishments outlined in the Criminal Code of Canada strong enough?

Yes, but the problem is lawyer’s pay scale between Crown council and defence attorneys, where criminals gets lesser charges with plea bargains.

18. Should marijuana be decriminalized?

Yes. Treat it like alcohol. Keep it under control, reduce crime, use as alternate medicine, and tax them to generate revenue.

Find all of Peter Tam’s responses online at www.mrtimes.com, click on ‘Decision 2011’

25. Should the government regulate how much Internet providers can charge for broadband service?

No. We are aware that Internet access is now a necessity in the daily lives of Canadians. For that reason rates must be fair. We believe that increased competition will result in lower prices for consumers so we will continue to take action to increase competition in this industry. We’ve also been clear with the CRTC that they should review their recent decision on usage-based billing. The Industry Minister also indicated he would be prepared to overturn their decision if he is not satisfied with the outcome of the CRTC process.

Find all of Randy Kamp’s responses online at www.mrtimes.com, click on ‘Decision 2011’

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Personally I’m pro-life but in our party, as in any broadly based party, there are people with a range of views on this issue. The Prime Minister has been clear that a Conservative government will not reopen the abortion debate, nor bring forward any changes to the current legislation. I respect that decision.

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Soccer

Westview students get a global education Students from Mexico spent some time at a Maple Ridge high school in mid-April.

“It’s been awesome,” said Schmidt. “It’s been a wonderful experience for all the kids.” The Mexico students spent almost two weeks in Canada, and this is the third year Schmidt has been running the exchange. Story and photos by Amy Judd “Why it’s so wonderful is ajudd@mrtimes.com because it’s a homestay relationThe rain may have poured ship,” he said. down during the second half of The girls soccer team played the girls soccer game on April that Tuesday morning, followed 19, but that didn’t by the boys socdampen the spircer teams, but a its of the players basketball team from Westview also came to stay Secondary or the and play, and Mexican school there were 40 of Tepeyac. They kids visiting in were happy total. just to get the The games chance to play were friendly but each other, and the spirit of comsay their final petition was still goodbyes before present. the visiting stuFor Schmidt dents returned to however, it was Guadalajara that not about winafternoon. ning or losing, Westview but about the athletic director development Dennis Schmidt of his students’ took a group education of students to through meeting Mexico in March, other students Andrea Hazell from Westview, above, and now it was from around the dribbled the ball, and Pau Diaz from time for the world. Tepeyac students “These kids Tepeyac looked for a way to tackle. to come and stay have a relationat the homes of the Canadian ship,” said Schmidt, gesturing students. to his students and the Mexican

Rachelle Gold, from Westview, left, jumped up for the ball, while Romina Leal from Tepeyac looked up with her back to the camera.

students running around on the field. “Numerous families have gone back to Guadalajara to visit their homestay families.” He said some Mexico students have even come back to Canada to study and improve their English, and he hopes more of the students visiting this month will follow suit. For Schmidt, this kind of an exchange is an education in

itself. “The global world is getting smaller, and the life experience these kids get out of this are memorable,” he said, gesturing across the pitch. “You live in little Maple Ridge and you think ‘that’s it’ and then you have this and you go ‘wow,’” he laughed. “This opens up your life experiences on a global scale.”

Westview’s Megan Walker was filling in a spot on the Tepeyac team in the April 19 game.

Competition

Fury goes for team of the week in new contest A soccer team from Maple Ridge is hoping for an injection of money, and possibly a new field. by Amy Judd

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One soccer player from the U10 girls Golden Ears Fury, felt her team deserved some recognition for its accomplishments this year, and decided to enter into a new contest. Bank of Montreal has launched its BMO Team of the Week contest, where one team from across Canada will be named as a winner each week, with the final winner receiving $125,000 field refurbishment, a trip to see either the Toronto FC or the Whitecaps play, and a

$5,000 donation to a local charity of its choice. The weekly winners receive $500, tracksuits, and a donation to a local charity of its choice. “Every week we select a winner,” said Henry Donkers, the vice-president for the Vancouver Suburban district. “There will be 15 weekly winners, and at the end we have an open competition that people can vote for.” Mike Jones, the coach for the U10 Golden Ears Fury, said he had no idea one of his players had nominated the team, but he was very pleased they did. He got involved with coaching the team two years ago, as his daughter was on it and more coaches were needed. “I just thought it’s really nice that the kids are really excited about it,” he said. “That she still wants to play, let alone

write about it,” he laughed. The Fury season has now ended, but Jones continued with some practices for his players that want to try out for select teams next year. “It’s nice to “I just thought it’s keep really nice that them running the kids are really and keep excited about it” them in Mike Jones shape, and get a ball on their feet for about an hour,” he said. Some players on the Fury team have been together for about three years, and with some moving on next year, winning this competition would be a great way to end the season.

“I love sports anyway, so I just love watching kids play,” said Jones. “They are lots of fun, they have so much energy. The parents are so grateful and supportive too,” he added. “It’s so nice to see.” Donkers said the winning teams are selected on team pride, spirit, community commitment, and passion for the game. “We’re supporting the youth soccer,” he said. “It’s the biggest sport played by youth in Canada.” From April 1 to June 30, one team will be selected as a weekly winner, and then starting August 1, the public will be able to vote for their favourite team who will win the grand prize. To support Golden Ears Fury, go to community.bmo.com/soccer/soccerteam/fury.

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Runner aiming for personal best

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Mindy Olson will be lacing up her shoes for her 15th marathon on Sunday. thrill of competition. She will be running her 15th marathon, the BMO Vancouver Marathon, on Sunday — all 42.2 kilometres of it. Olson said it’s not difficult to run those distances,

but the training schedule can be hectic. She runs six or seven days a week, and this year she has been training with a kinesiologist from her gym. “This is the first time that I’ve had someone

helping me,” she said. While the act of running itself is important for training, Olson also does strength training and maintains a healthy diet. She said it’s OK to cheat occasionally with some treats however. “It’s important because if you’re always in training you never have fun,” she laughed. At the marathon this Sunday, Olson is hoping for a top-10 finish in her age group, and has previously placed in the top five in other events. “In the last few years is when I’ve had my best times,” she said. “In your late 30s is the peak for running, so I’m trying to reach my personal best,” she added. Olson loves the runner’s high, and the freedom of being outside getting some exercise. “You just need runners, and you just step outside and leave your house,” she said. It’s that simple.

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BERRY FARM WORKERS Workers required for Biln Farms Ltd.,12814-232 St., Maple Ridge. Start date is mid to late June; $9.28 /hr. up to 50 hrs. per week; Work involves harvest, sort & pack berries; cultivating, weeding, general farm work, outdoors in all types of weather; must be able to lift 30 lbs and willing to prune through fall/winter months; own transportation required; Fax resume to 604-466-9740

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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

SHINGLE SAWYERS req’d for Shingle Mill in Maple Ridge. Good wages. Full time. Call 604-832-1483 or 826-6559 eves.

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LIVE-IN NANNY required for elderly socially active lady. Monday - Friday, for five weeks, starting May 3rd, in Maple Ridge. Contact Ann, 1-250-886-0236

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Coquitlam Law Firm seeks intermediate/Senior Conveyancer, P/T or F/T. Please send resume to: William Cadman. E-mail: wcadman@cadmanlaw.com or Fax: 604-945-0187

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Fab-All is currently looking for a full time GTAW (TIG) welder. ● Must have 3 to 5 years experience ● Work well with others ● Able to read blueprints ● Perform housekeeping duties ● Clean and grind own welds We offer competitive wages, extended health & dental benefits. Great working atmosphere! Fax resume to 604-945-3597 or email office@fab-all.com WANTED: AUTOMOTIVE JOURNEYMAN, SHOP FOREMAN. Wilson’s Timberline Buick GMC Dawson Creek, BC. GM training required. Competitive remuneration and benefits package. Send resume to: rod@wilsonstimberline.com Fax: 250-782-6459 www.wilsonstimberline.com

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BERNESE MTN. Dog pups, 2 males available, 1st shots, vet checked, $1000, 604-823-0097 BLACK LAB, P/B, 3 male pups, 8 weeks, vet chk, shots, dewormed, $550, fam. raised, 604-794-0164

SHIH TZU BIJON pups, 1st shots, dewormed, ready, family raised, non shed, $575 firm. 588-5195 YORKIE X CHIHAUHAU, 8 wks old, paper trained, 1st shots, vet checked, $600. 604-931-1164

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OSOYOOS WATERFRONT house avail June, July, Aug & Sept. 3 br, 2 full bath, large living & dinning rm, linens, fully equip’d kitchen, huge deck, fp, canoes, priv. dock. $1,500/wk (1 family). 604-922-6101 or 604-788-6944.

CLEAN HOG FUEL $250+ / truckload, delivered. 13 units. Call 604-307-4607

RAGDOLL KITTENS, males, 1st shot, worming, raised underfoot, post trained. $450. 604-581-2772

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Dogs MIN PIN, F, red, 8 wk, dewclawed & tails, vet ✔, incls pup pack, friendly. $650. 604-719-4404

Preschool Enhanced Daycare:

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LAB PUPS yellow & black, male/ female, vet checked. $550. Phone 604-701-1587

ALL SMALL breed pups local & non shedding $399+. 604-590-3727, 604-514-3474 www.puppiesfishcritters.com

PROVEN CHOCOLATE Lab for Stud. He is our family dog. Dad was a service dog, mom a hunter. Big bodied, block head. $500 604-309-6506

Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections Aries March 21 - April 19: Chase money. Your charm and magnetism hit high strokes all week – use this in the pursuit of money, or in love’s service. The main thing is, don’t waste this time – five of eight planets are in Aries! This gives you extra kick, clout and luck – and hints that whatever happens now is significant in terms of your entire 80 or 90 years. Other than a bit of deception Wednesday morn, and a sluggish Saturday, this is a lucky, smooth week. Get things done! Two cautions: A partner or competitor has the upper hand. Don’t fight. If you oppose authority you’ll lose. Taurus April 20-May 20: Your energy, charisma and effectiveness climb, especially Monday onward. Get out, be seen, start significant projects. Your “world wide” luck is still a bit low, but that will change soon. June 4 will bring almost 13 months of huge, decade-high luck, particularly in finances, investments, debt, sex, lifestyle changes and commitments in legal, educational, cultural or travel areas that somehow turn your life around. So some of your energy right now might be wellspent preparing for future (near future!) action. Tap government, charities, researchers: They will aid. Gemini May 21-June 20: Your energy is a bit low, so don’t put yourself in a “performance situation.” Rest, protect your health, dress sensibly, eat right. Fulfil obligations, but ignore those who clamour. You’re still in a period in which big wishes, lifemate needs and social yearnings are likely to be fulfilled. Some things can prevent this: first, deep, heart-bending romance, creative outpourings or taking big risks; second, investments, lifestyle changes, health, or “deep sex.” Of these, the “second” will be lucky June 2011 to June 2012; the “first” will begin to improve after mid-2012. Wish!

Cancer June 21-July 22: You optimism, popularity and delight rise (all week, but especially Monday/ Tuesday). Social joys, flirtations, wish fulfilment and entertainment arrive! Make and accept invitations. Wishes might particularly come true in career, status and business areas. Something really significant has been building here for some months, and has either already offered a big step up for you, or will soon. Be alert, eager and ambitious. Two things can impede your advance: a partner, mate or competitor (or a “stubborn public”) or a home situation that demands compromise. Rest, plan midweek. Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Be ambitious – you can make strides upward now. Although you might not see discernible progress, you’re “preparing the way” for a great run of luck in career, business, status and prestige areas from early June right into June 2012. So plug away, especially Monday. A major trend still flows through your areas of law, love, culture, far travel, education, publishing and intellectual endeavours. This is a lucky, surprising influence, so be ready to say “Ah, ha!” and embrace what comes – now into 2018, these zones (e.g., travel, school) could bring your mate for life! Happiness, midweek! Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: The big action, significant occurrences remain heavily weighted toward sexual bonds, intimate commitments, lifestyle changes, research, secrets, financial actions, investments, debts, consequences – and, overall, luckily so! But a new element enters now, an element of peace and understanding, of wisdom and compassion. You can decide to make a commitment while you’re clear about the results. Legalities, love and ethics also enter. This can bring sex with love, great cooperation with another, investments that are ethical also. Monday, Thursday, Friday support your efforts.

Cares! The Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Times has partnered with the BC SPCA to encourage responsible pet guardianship and the humane treatment of animals. Before purchasing a new puppy, ensure the seller has provided excellent care and treatment of the animal and the breeding parents. For a complete guide to ﬁnding a reputable breeder and other considerations when acquiring a new pet, visit spca.bc.ca.

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MOUNTAINVIEW VILLAGE in quiet end location. Family oriented complex in East Abby. Has outdoor pool, club house, playground, pets allowed. This UPDATED 3 BR, 3 bath feels like a home. Spacious mn flr offering eating area/computer space off the remodeled kitchen w/new modern cabinet fronts & hardware, counters, tile floor & appls. Nice dining rm w/slider to private yard & patio. Good size living rm w/gas fireplace w/lam flrs. 3 BR up master has ensuite & walk in closet. Double side by side garage. Painted in trendy colours & close to visitor parking. Great place to call home! Easy access to Hwy 1, shopping, parks, and all levels of schools. $284,900. Call Pamela Stadnik, Remax Treeland Realty, 604-533-3491

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SPECIAL • Cedar Shavings CKC CHOC lab puppies, vet checked micro chipped. Ready to go $650. Phone 604-997-5504

PB RAGDOLL kittens, vet ✔ 1st shots, dewormed, heath guar., $450 & up Cel # 604-771-4452

SHEPHERD/BORDER COLLIE cross. 7 weeks old. Had first shots. Cute and playful. Ready to go, $225.- 604-796-9885

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BOSTON TERRIER Pups, CKC reg, vet chk’d, reputable breeder & exc pedigree. 1-604-794-3786

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SHELTIE PUPS, Reg’d, shots, tatoo, dewormed, 4 fem, sable, fam raised. $695. 604-526-9943

BRUSSELS GRIFFON pups, non shedding, monkey faced, small home raised, can view parents $900. 604-463-5316

Industrial, Construction, Forklifts, Farm & Turf Equip., Fleet Trucks & Trailers, Lumber, Boats, 4 - 05’ John Deere 317 Skid Steers, Bob Cat S 130 Skid Steer WE WECLOME INDUSTRIAL SMALLS.

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GUILDFORD, SRY, Brand New. The Max. 900sf, 2 BR & Den, 7 appls, 2 sec prkg. $308,000. By Owner, Albert 604-250-3395

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NEW SRI homes single, dbl & modular on display, Abby. Glenbrook.ca 604-830-1960

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Out Of Town Property

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www.bcforeclosures.com 6 BR home from $19,000 down $1,940/mo. 604-538-8888, Alain @ Sutton WC Realty W. Rock

New Westminster

6065

Sunday, 2 - 4pm at 1202 - 7 Ave. 5 BR (3 BR upper + 2 BR legal suite. $1000/mo rent). 2313 sq ft. $640,000. Karim Juma, Royal Le Page City Centre, 604-678-9143

Recreation Property

MISSION - LAKE FRONT starting from $78,800. 60 mins from Vancouver. Park Georgia Rlty Lisa Hughes • 604-931-7227

office: 604- 936-3907

AMBER (W)

6508

6035

Apt/Condos

1 BR. N. West. by Moody Park, $775 incl prkg, heat, storage, ns, np, refs. June 1, 604-786-3488

Mobile Homes

2232 McAllister Port Coquitlam 1 BR & 2 BR Apartments Available

USED

MANUFACTURED HOMES 12X60 $ 9,900 14X66 $$24,900 24X36 $14,900 24X60 18,900

* Newly reno’d, quiet secure bldg, walk to all amenities. * Near WC Express. * Rent incls heat, hot water, fridge, stove, priv balcony & window coverings * Laundry & Storage ea floor * No pets ✔ Wheel Chair Access

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1-800-339-5133

Mobile Home Restorations and Service Work No Job too small Chris 604-393-3087

604 - 941 - 7721

Money to Loan

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If you own property Capital Direct can help.

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POCO SPACIOUS 1 BR apt, heat & hot water incls, $800, small pet ok, Avail Now. 604-783-2262

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

552 Dansey Ave, Coq

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

office: 604- 939-4903 cell: 778- 229-1358

6510

NORTH BURNABY:

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

office: 604- 524-8174 cell: 604- 813-8789 COQ. 2 BR $900, Avail Now orJun1 , heat, parking. 778-990-7079 or 604-521-8249

COTTONWOOD PLAZA 555 Cottonwood Ave, Coq

JUNIPER COURT 415 Westview St, Coq

Close to Lougheed Mall, all Transportation Connections, Schools & S.F.U.

office: 604- 939-8905 cell: 604- 916-0261

Co-ops

Pine Ridge Housing Co-op has opened its wait list for 2 BR & 3 BR Townhouses, $913 & $1072 with a $2,800 and $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 Ctee.

CALYPSO COURT

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Houses - Rent

AVAIL MAY 1, 5 BR hse 2 bath 4 appl or legal Business front. 2653 James St, Abby. $1600/mo. N/P. 604-583-6844 or 604 809-7796 OPEN HOUSE Sun May 1, 1-5pm, NEW architect-designed, high ceiling, sunny. 2000 sf w/3 BR, 2 Bath ,1 Den, 2 lvls, & gorg garden $2200. Av immed, 3245 Samuel Court Coq. 604-760-6372

KING ALBERT COURT 1300 King Albert, Coq Close to Transportation, Schools & S.F.U.

office: 604-937-7343 cell: 778-848-5993 M/R CENT, 11735-225th St, Adult bldg, 2 Br heat/h/w incl’d, no dogs 604-467-9420, 604-720-5502

TAX TIME 5070

NEW WEST. Quiet 1 BR, g/lvl. Nr Moody Park. $700/mo + utils. 604-591-3628 or 604-517-5593

ARBOUR GREENE

office: 604- 936-1225 SOUTH SRY. 170/20. 2400sf home on .89 acres. Sub-division potential. Build your dream home! $840,000. Albert 604-250-3395

Apt/Condos

NEW WEST nr RCH/Skytrain, 1 BR apt, $755/mo, No Pets, quiet complex, Call 604 299-8288

office: 604- 939-2136 cell: 604- 805-9490

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

S. Surrey/ White Rock

6508

Close to Lougheed Mall, S.F.U. & Transportation.

Large Units. Near Lougheed Mall. Transportation & S.F.U.

Difficulty Making Payments?

6020-46

Apt/Condos

401 Westview St, Coq

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Financial Services

5035

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Business Opps/ Franchises

#1 JANITORIAL FRANCHISE Customers, (Office Cleaning), Training and support. Financing. www.coverall.com 604-434-7744 info@coverallbc.com

POCO 3 BR Rancher, 2 f/bath, w/d, big f/yard. $1350. By bus. Av May 15 Pet ok. 604-522-3100 *RENT TO OWN*

Abbotsford- 3262 Clearbrook Rd. HOUSE with 5 bedrooms, 3 baths. Mortgage helper. Walk to all Schools and other amenities. Only $1,598/m. Low Down. Flexible Terms. (604) 626-9647 or (604) 657-9422 www.wesellhomesbc.com

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Legal Services

#1 IN PARDONS Remove your criminal record. Get started TODAY for ONLY $49.95/mo. Limited Time Offer. FASTEST GUARANTEED Pardon in Canada. FREE Consultation: 1-866-416-6772 www.ExpressPardons.com

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Money to Loan

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Houses - Rent

STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN ● No Qualification - Low Down ● ABBOTSFORD - 2087 Lonsdale Cr, HOUSE, 3bd w/ 2bd suite, quiet neigh., hot tub & pool.......$2,188/M 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

POCO RETAIL 1236sf, $3200, 2569 Shaughnessy St. Air cond, exc loc acreoss from City Hall. Jun 1. Bill Evans 604-836-2494

6590

Rooms

BBY N room in house, bath & kit. Nr Lough Mall, SFU & Skytrain. $420 incl hyd/cbl/net, w/d, Ns/np. May 1. 604-438-7341

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Shared Accommodation

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Maple Ridge/ Pitt Mead.

CABIN FOR 1. $500/mo. RV sites, Pet Ok, monthly rates. Hide-Away resort 604-463-4006

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604-630-3300

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Shared Accommodation

6602

Maple Ridge/ Pitt Mead.

6595-35

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Domestic

★★ MAPLE RIDGE

3 BR newly renovated, carport, 5 appl, fenced yard, Avail June 1 ★Pets Welcome ★ *deposit required

778-835-0748

604-992-6003

POCO 2 BR T/H $785/mo. Quietfamily complex, No Pets! Avail Now. Call 604-464-0034

Suites/Partial Houses

PORT COQUITLAM 2 BR townhouse, $830, quiet-family complex, no pets call 604-464-0034.

BBY, HIGHGATE. Spacious 1 BR + den. F/bath, sh’d w/d, f/yard. Nice area! Suits 1. Ns/np. $700 incl hydro. May 1. 604-522-6525

BBY N. Brand new, lrg 1 BR, priv W/D. SS appl. F/yard. $975 + ¼ utils. Now. Ns/np. 604-261-3999 COQ. 2 BR, grd/lvl. Private w/d & entry. Full bath. N/s, n/p. $975/mo incls utils. Immed. 604-931-3677

COQ CTR. Very clean, big 1 BR. Shared laundry. Ns/np. $750/mo incl utils/internet. Avail June 1st. Near bus route. 604-464-1085

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Scrap Car Removal

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6620

Bank On Us!

Warehouse/ Commercial

LANGLEY. 2780 sq. ft. main floor warehouse plus 600 sf mezzanine. Front office and rear grade loading with 90’ turning radius! $7.25/sf. Ben Gauer, Royal LePage Ben Gauer & Associates, 604-644-0273 or 604-581-3838

9145

Scrap Car Removal

Aarrow Recycling

• Auto • Trucks • Equipment Removal 2009 FORD Mustang V6 Coupe; 25000 km; Black; Pony package w/45th Anniversary side badges & white tape strip; many after market extras incl leather seats; racing 18' black/silver 5 spoke rims and new tires; GPS & blue tooth system & much more. Call Dave 604-819-0213.

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WEEKLY SPECIALS Apr 30 - May 6, 2011 Heater Motors.................$995 Heater Cores...................$995 Elec. Distributors ......... $2495 Engines ..................... $13995 Transmissions.............. $4995 Starters........................ $1795 Alternators................... $1795 Batteries ...................... $2495

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Mortgages

Beat bank rates for purchases and reﬁnances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

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CLEAN Non sm, middle aged couple with a clean small dog, looking for 2 bdr house, on the gas main, opening windows, in Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Poco area. up to 1250 per mo, refs. by May 31/11 604-467-9639

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Sports & Imports

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604-761-7175

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RV’s/Trailers

2004 JAYCO 10ft Tent Trailer, fully loaded, sleeps 8, good cond. Asking $6500 obo. 604-524-4778 2006 FLEETWOOD BAYSIDE, sleeps 8-10, fully loaded, very large, $9500. 604-591-1452

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LARGE unfurn bdrm/ldry /cable incl, nr Hospital, ns. np, $450/mth

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Suites/Partial Houses

POCO, NORTHSIDE. 2 BR, g/lvl. Gas f/p, garage, priv entry. $800. Ns/np. May 15th. 604-942-9725

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8030

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Cleaning

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Excavating

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THE SMART DETAILS OVERALLS • Bib pants with high back and heavy-duty, adjustable suspenders. • Snap close bib pocket and handy tool pockets. • Double layer knees with drainage holes. • Full length, 2-way leg zippers with velcro closures. JACKETS • HYPER-DRI® HD3 100% waterproof/breathable protection with fully taped seams. • Rugged, 600 denier fabric remains ﬂexible in cold and wet conditions. • Moisture-wicking, mesh-lined body. • Front and back venting for added breathability. • Reﬂective safety piping on front and back. • Mesh-lined pit zips for ventilation. • Removable, 3-piece, adjustable hood.

Reg. $114.99* SALE $89.99*

*OVERSIZES EXTRA

MEN’S &WOMEN’S

BOTTOMS APRIL 28 - MAY 2 Excludes yogawear, healthwear, Carhartt® and Dakota workwear.

MID-LENGTH

Dakota HYPER-DRI® HD3 Bomber Jackets Black, navy. Sizes S-XL. Oversizes 2XL-3XL.

(WPBJ-002/X)

Reg. $104.99* SALE $79.99*

Dakota HYPER-DRI® HD3 Waterproof/ Breathable Mid-length Jackets Black, brown. Sizes S-XL. Oversizes 2XL-3XL. (WPBJ-001/X)

Reg. $114.99* SALE $89.99*

*OVERSIZES EXTRA

THE SMART DETAILS

• Durable, 12-ounce cotton duck is tough as nails. • Back pockets are double lined at the bottom. • Turned hammer loop keeps hammer away from body when bending.

• Snag and abrasion resistant cotton duck. • Triple-stitched main seams for durability. • Velcro-close, expandable cargo pockets. • Garment washed for comfort.

NEW! Dakota Duck Utility Work Pants Black, brown. Sizes 32-44.

(BDSU-001)

Reg. $49.99 SALE $39.99

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BOMBER

Dakota HYPER-DRI® HD3 Waterproof/ Breathable Bib Pants Black, brown. Sizes S-XL. Oversizes 2XL-3XL. (WPBB-001/X)

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HAMMER LOOP

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HYPER-DRI® HD3

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Dakota Washed Canvas Cargo Work Pants Waist sizes 32-44.

(6050)

Reg. $59.99 SALE $44.99

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22722 Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge

604.463.7277 MON-FRI 9AM - 9PM

SAT 9AM-6PM

SUN 10AM-5PM

waterproof/breathable. Total protection keeps you dry from the inside out.