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Park plans firmed up Hazelgrove Park should have broad appeal for families, youth

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By Jennifer Lang Tennis courts, a water spray park, and a parkour course for urban obstacle runners, jumpers and climbers are just some of the amenities that will be included in the design for a new park in East Clayton. Surrey City Council has approved concept plans for Hazelgrove Park, a 3.5 hectare (8.6 acre) greenspace between 190 and 191 Street, north of Hazelgrove Elementary. A soccer field, a basketball and ball hockey court, plus washrooms will be built, councillors agreed March 10, approving a concept plan that also calls for open green space for picnics, and a naturalized area around an existing grove of trees. It will be the fast-growing neighbourhood’s largest park when complete, and serve as a play space for children, a

destination for families and a gathering spot for people of all ages, Mayor Dianne Watts said in a press release. The announcement comes after several months of planning, plus a public open house in September, and consultation by the city’s parks staff with user groups, including youth. “We wanted to involve the community in planning and designing this park from the ground up,” said Coun. Linda Hepner, chair of the parks, recreation and sport tourism committee. “With this grassroots involvement and council endorsement, a detailed design of the park is now underway.” The timeline calls for an estimated summer 2015 opening, with 2016 penciled in for the opening of the sports field. Detailed design drawings are being worked on with a target of breaking ground on construction this summer.

Donating - it’s in the blood

By Jennifer Lang Mike Garisto rolled up his sleeve to donate blood for the 25th time on Sunday, and he brought along 25 friends to mark the occasion. It also happened to be the sixth anniversary of the Canadian Blood Services Donor Clinic in Cloverdale. Garisto was instrumental in getting the mobile clinic set up at Sacred Blood Parish. The Canadian Red Cross used to operate a bood donor clinic in Cloverdale, but it was discontinued for a time when Canadian Blood Services took over. When it resurfaced, the first clinic was held at Shannon Hall. Garisto was there to donate

blood for the first time in his life. In doing so, he was making good on a promise he’d made 37 years earlier, when he was a boy of 10. He was out selling candy bars to his neighbours, as a school fundraiser. The mother of some of his school chums agreed to buy one – provided he agreed to do something in return. “I said, ‘Sure’,” Garisto recalls. That “something” was to become a blood donor one day, when he was old enough. “I always remembered the commitment I made and never did anything about it.” Fast forward three decades. Now a father himself, his promise came

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rushing back when two girls at his daughters’ school were struck by cancer. After making his first donation of blood, he called Canadian Blood Services and told them he’d like to do more. As Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus, he convinced his fellow Knights to sponsor the next few Cloverdale blood clinics at Sacred Blood Parish, his church, an arrangement that blossomed into something much more permanent with Canadian Blood Services. Clinics are held here about six times a year. And six years later, close to 3,500 See SIX YEARS / Page 3

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By Jeff Nagel More agricultural land in the Lower Mainland might actually be farmed if cities crack down on property owners who abuse the current rules to avoid paying higher property taxes. That’s the advice to Metro Vancouver from consultant Scott Bowden of Colliers International, who studied options to intensify agricultural and industrial land use on behalf of the regional district. Bowden said too much land is underused because it’s too easy to qualify for farm tax status, which reduces the property tax owners pay by as much as 99 per cent from what they’d pay at residential rates. “We have seen evidence of this being abused,” he told a recent Metro Vancouver regional planning committee meeting. A Chilliwack man saved more than $100,000 by arranging to have a few llamas put on industrial land he owned, Bowden said, while similar cases crop up of land owners adding a few cows or other livestock to achieve the “incredible benefit” of farm rates. Bowden said one

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option would be to substantially raise the current threshold for farm status – it only takes $2,500 in annual agricultural revenue for properties that are four hectares or smaller. Richmond Coun. Harold Steves, who is also a cattle farmer, said the threshold should definitely be raised, adding he’s turned down requests to put a few cows on properties to help owners dodge paying tax. He suspects many owners of giant houses on farmland avoid paying much higher tax bills by leasing out part of their yards to blueberry growers or livestock farmers. Steves said tax relief should be reserved for “bona fide farmers.” Langley Township Mayor Jack Froese said

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units of blood have been donated at the Cloverdale clinic. “The community really responded,” he says. On March 16, one regular donor was to give blood for her 90th time. Perhaps one day, Garisto will close in on that record. Meantime, he hopes to track down the woman he sold that candy bar to all those years ago. “I would love to do it, to tell her that story. The challenge she put out and what I did.” He’s hopeful he’ll locate her. “All it was, was a chocolate bar,” he said. “I guess I’ve lived up to her challenge to me.” Additional 2014 Cloverdale Blood Donor Clinics are slated for May 11, July 6, Aug. 31, Oct. 26 and Dec. 21. For more information and to book an appointment (recommended), visit www.blood.ca, or call 1-888-2-DONATE.

people with secluded country mansions who have no intention of farming shouldn’t be able to get the farm tax break. “I believe they should be taxed at residential rates,” he said. “There are a lot of land owners who take advantage of the agricultural taxation.” Bowden said cities should consider applying much higher residential tax rates in the Agricultural Land Reserve to increase the cost to wealthy residents who don’t even attempt to seek farm status. Different residential tax rates can be applied in different geographic areas, he said, and the ALR could be defined as such. “We could make it so onerous to be located in the ALR that they

would be more inclined to lease their property to a farmer in order to achieve the farm class status.” Meanwhile, Bowden said, legitimate farms should be allowed to average their production revenue over several years so they don’t lose farm status if they suffer the occasional money-losing year. Another reform already enacted last year by the provincial government exempts a larger amount of the assessed value of farm buildings like greenhouses and barns on areas with poor soil. Bowden said that change means a $1-million greenhouse today pays property tax on a much smaller fraction of the value, adding it’s hoped that encourages greater use of greenhouses. Metro planners intend to discuss Bowden’s findings with local cities and provincial officials before recommending any changes.

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CALENDAR Non-profit organizations and groups can email their special events to newsroom@cloverdalereporter.com EVENTS FIBRES WEST The sixth-annual Fibres West will take place on March 21 (Friday) and 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Cloverdale Show Barn, 6050 176 St. The event will feature spinning, weaving, knitting, felting, basketry, quilting, embellishing and more. The Hazelmere Heritage Fiddlers will perform from 12-1 p.m. Admission is $8 for adults and $6 for those aged 13-18. For more information, visit www.fibreswest.com.

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UKRAINIAN SOUL FOOD Perogies, cabbage rolls and borscht will be available Friday, March 28 at a fundraiser from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 108 Avenue, Surrey. Eat-in, take away or ready for your freezer. For information, call 604-560-0152 or 604-581-0313. AUDITION CALL Bard in the Valley is holding auditions March 30 and 31 to cast its summer 2014 production of Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar, directed by Darcy J. Knopp. Hear an outline of the production, performance expectations and rehearsal commitments starting at 1 p.m. March 30 and at 7:30 p.m. March 31 at Douglas Park Recreation Centre. Actors will be asked to do a cold read from the script. Some will be asked to read for specific roles. Bring a printed hardcopy headshot and resume to turn in with the audition form (provided). A non-equity production. Everyone is welcome! For more information, contact producer Diane Gendron at info@bardinthevalley.com. Rehearsal dates are Sunday afternoons and Monday evenings, plus possibly an additional weekday. SPRING BREAK CAMPS Explore children’s classics during spring break at Historic Stewart Farm. Tuesdays, set sail on the Voyages of Doctor Doolittle. Wednesdays, join Alice in Wonderland. Thursdays, dive 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. The camps continue March 25 to 27, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for ages 6 to 12 years. Cost is $75/three days. Participants can register for daily sessions or all three days. Pre-registration is mandatory by calling 604-592-6956. SPRING BREAK FAMILY DROP-IN Steam into the Surrey Museum Station for train-themed family fun. Discover props and handle artifacts, play with train toys, toot our train whistle and create railway crafts. Tuesday, March 18 to Friday, March 21 from and from Tuesday, March 25 to Friday, March 28. From 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All ages, by donation. The Surrey Museum is located at 17710 56A Street in Surrey.

This percussive Northern Flicker was drumming away on an electrical transformer high above 56A Avenue at 175 Street last week. This variety of woodpecker likes to pound on hollow metal surfaces to announce its territory and to attract a mate. Good luck, little guy!

Cloverdale without the Clova The Clova Cinema is more than a movie house. It’s a community hub that draws people to the downtown core It says something about a person, how they react to bad news. For the Clova Cinema’s Craig Burghardt, who announced last week the iconic single screen will have to close, his first thoughts were how its departure will impact the residents and merchants of Cloverdale. He’s always operated the family-owned movie house under a few simple guiding principles. One is offering an evening’s affordable entertainment for families, at prices below what the multiplexes charge. That’s partly why he refused to raise ticket prices simply to pay for a digital projection system – a $60,000 investment he was reluctant to make without any long-term assurances from the building’s previous owner. Another mandate is helping out the community by renting the cinema to non profits and community groups such as school PACs and small local charities to use as fundraisers. The onus to sell tickets is on the groups, which get to keep all the proceeds for their cause. Wander by the box office at any hour of the day and you might find the marquee lit and the lobby bustling with activity, such as a mom hustling goodie bags and birthday cake inside – for the theatre is available to rent for kid’s parties, too.

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On March 10, Burghardt wrote a letter to patrons announcing the cinema’s imminent closure, now that the building has been sold to CrossRidge Church, whose long-term plans preclude the operation of the cinema. It’s an unexpected turn of events that effectively pulls the plug on Burghardt’s dream of equipping the Clova for its much hoped-for digital sequel. “When I heard the news, my first thought was for the community. We help so many groups fundraise, and it will be disappointing that we can’t do that anymore,” he said. The

SENIORS EASTER BRUNCH Be sure to join us for a fun-filled time with good food and lots of laughter! Cloverdale Recreation Centre, 6188 176 Street, at 11 a.m. on April 17. For more information, call John at 604-2183350. ANNOUNCEMENTS SPEED WATCH VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Surrey crime Prevention Society is looking for volunteers to support the Speed Watch Program. Volunteers work with a team, tracking vehicles driving at excessive speeds in playgrounds, school zones and high-risk crash sites, and gain valuable experience. Applicants must commit to four, three-hour shifts per month. Contact jen@ preventcrime.ca

local economy is another concern. “I feel bad for the town,” he later told The Reporter, describing how the movie theatre acts as a draw, bringing people to the downtown core. His customers might grab a bite to eat before the show, or return the following day to buy something spotted in a window the night before. There are enough empty storefronts, he continued. Without the Clova, he fears there will be more. “That was my first thought,” he said. He implored the wider circle of the “Clovamily” to continue patronizing his neighbouring merchants once the projector dims. Meantime, Burghardt says the church has graciously allowed the cinema to continue, rent-free, until he can no longer get movies on film. The Clova, he says, plans to “Go out with a bang,” organizing more events and “continue to be a giant part of this community.” When the curtains close sometime near the end of summer, we’ll be losing more than just another small business. We’ll be losing The Clova Cinema. And with its departure, 176 Street will lose some of its lustre, some of its magic. Until then, save me an aisle seat.

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LETTERS

ALS FUNDRAISER The Accounting Society of Kwantlen host a burger and brew fundraiser at The Henry Public House in Cloverdale on Thursday, March 27. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the door. The event starts at 6 p.m. Proceeds to support ALS patient services. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a rapidly-progressive, neuromuscular disease that can strike anyone at any time, regardless of age, gender or ethnic origin.

The Cloverdale Reporter welcomes letters from readers. Drop us a line at 17586 56A Avenue, Surrey B.C. V3S 1G3 or by email to editor@ cloverdalereporter.com Note: Letters are edited for clarity, brevity, legality and taste. Writers must provide their correct name, addresses and phone numbers for verification.

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Notes from the Backstretch Fraser Downs Racetrack to host Western Drivers Challenge

Contributed A big sports item for the Cloverdale area is the fact it has been announced that Fraser Downs will host the Standardbred Canada Western Region Drivers Challenge on Saturday, April 26. Â The date has been added to the race schedule in conjunction to the announcement.Â The full details have not been confirmed but it looks like B.C. will have three or four representatives, three from Alberta and one from each of Saskatchewan and Manitoba.Â The top two drivers will go to Summerside, PEI, for the National Championship on June 28 and the winner of that will represent Canada at the world championship in Australia in 2015.Â It all starts at Fraser Downs, with more details to follow. Speaking of a trip, Serge Masse won on Friday night (March 14) at Fraser Downs with a three-yearold filly (Rollin Deep) who might be good enough to

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race in Kentucky in the fall.Â This filly looked very impressive in winning her elimination of the Penny Bath Memorial. The other elimination was won by Terrormissu, setting up for an exciting $20,000 final this Friday (March 21). Driver Bill Davis won four races on the card. Three of those were also trained by Bill for the powerful J J J Stables. Bill Davis continued with the hot hand, winning three drives from horses he trains on the Sunday, March 16 race card at Fraser Downs.Â Decisions Matter looked very good for Bill winning at first asking this year after going one-for-one in 2013.Â This three-year-old, Ontario-sired gelding will be heard from throughout the year. Breeder Mate Hecimovic canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ask anything more of his nine-year-old Western Baron.Â This old guy didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t even get to the races until he was seven but has won 10 times in 40 lifetime starts, including going seven for seven this year.Â Live harness racing resumes this Friday at 7 p.m., featuring the $20,000 Final of the Penny Bath stake, and Sunday, March 23, at 12:45 p.m. featuring the $20,000 Keith Linton stake final.

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MONEY MATTERS by: Shirlee Nadeau H&R Block, Cloverdale | www.hrblock.ca | 604-574-3443

LIFE CHANGES CAN CHANGE YOUR TAX SITUATION For some Canadians, the year 2013 was a time of big changes. They may have gotten married or welcomed a new baby. Or perhaps one of their parents needed a full-time caregiver. If you experienced a life change last year, taxes are probably the last thing on your mind but all of these situations can impact your return. Most Canadians have their tax deductions collected by their employer. Employers calculate the amount of deductions based on the information provided by an employee on a TD1 Form. It is quite common for employees to fill out only one TD1 Form and never update it when their tax situation changes. It is important to remember changes in your life impact how much tax is withheld. Although it is always nice to get a tax refund, it is even better not to pay the money to the government in the first place. If you get married or have children, your situation has changed. You should ask your payroll or human resources department for a new TD1 Form. The updated information should be used to recalculate the amount of tax withheld. Or if you are eligible for a new tax credit, you could also need to fill out a new TD1 Form. It can make a difference.

For example, the Child Tax Credit is based on $2,234 for each child born in 1995 or later. If you qualify for the benefit, filling out a revised TD1 may result in slightly less tax being withheld by your employer. • Have you had any life changes in the last few months? • Are you a single parent with a child who turned 18 last year? • Did you get married? • Is your spouse earning significantly more income this year? • Did your spouse quit a job to stay at home with the children? • Are you caring for an elderly parent? If you answered yes to any of these questions, your tax situation has changed. It could be a good time to consult a tax professional to make sure you have the right amount of tax being withheld.

by: Feisal Panjwani, AMP and Shimona Pinto, AMP Your Mortgage Experts | www.YourMortgageExperts.ca | 604.576.1412

MANAGE YOUR CREDIT SCORE…

IT’S YOUR PASSPORT TO FINANCIAL OPPORTUNITIES

So maybe you let a few bills slide when things were tight. Or maybe you haven’t seen a zero balance on your credit card in longer than you can remember. Then there was that temporary line of credit… that somehow became permanent. It’s amazing how many things we do that weaken our credit score. Your credit score – the higher the better – is your passport to financial opportunities. Known as a FICO score – with a possible range of 300 to 900 -- your number tells lenders what kind of a risk you are likely to be as a borrower. A low credit score can prevent you from getting the lowest mortgage rate, or even from getting a mortgage at all. Sometimes that’s how we first discover there’s a problem. The good news is that you can boost your score relatively quickly with the right credit behaviours. First, you’ll want to know what you’re working with. Get a copy of your report and see what your lender sees. Credit reports can be ordered for free through the mail, or for a small fee you can download your report and your score. More information is available at www.equifax.ca or www.transunion.ca. Check your credit report carefully for any errors. If you spot a problem, contact the agency immediately to have the issue corrected. Next, look carefully at the factors that are pulling your score down. The single biggest factor in your credit score is having a timely bill payment history; start today with a commitment to never let a bill get past due. The hardest hits on your credit score are accounts that have been sent to collections. Even for a small amount – and even if it is in

dispute – being “sent to collections” will create a serious, long-term stain on your credit reputation. Don’t let it happen. Many people make the mistake of rushing to cancel credit cards in an effort to improve their score. Bad idea. High balances are the problem – and your credit score is based on your balances relative to your available credit. Look at your credit card limits, and calculate what 30 per cent of your limit would be. Consider that your upper spending limit and stay within it. Same goes for any lines of credit. Follow the 30 per cent rule and stay on top of payments. The longer your history, the better. Don’t cancel your oldest credit card – even if you no longer use it. That good history can help you. Get advice before you cancel any cards. And don’t regularly take out new credit. When you’re asked at the checkout counter: “would you like to apply for our Store Card? You can save $X dollars on your purchase today…” Don’t do it. These pitches are a potential credit pitfall. Regularly applying for credit will flag you as a potential credit risk. Credit scores are part of the mortgage business and since mortgages are our only business, talk to us as soon as you can. We can review your situation and let you know how your score will be viewed by lenders and what it means to your financing options. If you need to improve your score, we can outline your best options for credit improvement. If you want to get a mortgage while you work on bettering your score, we can also advise how that may be possible.

A tax professional at Cloverdale H&R Block can talk about other credits and deductions that may affect you.

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Church

Directory

To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: Ecclesiastes 3:1

Precious Blood Parish

17475 59 Avenue Surrey, BC V3S 1P3 604-574-4363 pbparish@telus.net Pastor: Father Anthony Ho

MASS TIMES: SAT. 4:30 PM, SUNDAY 9 & 11 AM

6XQGD\ DP Be Alive to God-Reach Out to the World

ASCENSION—An Anglican Network Parish Sunday 11am Worship George Preston Centre 20699 42nd Ave.

Wednesday 7:30pmSharing & PraiseChrist College 19533 64th Ave. www.ascensionlangley.ca

778-574-6525 | email bishopronferris@ymail.com

Rediscover God & Church

– Black Press

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HELP WANTED

MEAT CUTTERS A & B Holdings Inc. dba A & S Meat & Poultry located at 12827 76 Ave #105, Surrey, BC, V3W 2V3 seeks to hire 2 full time meat cutters. Job duties include-Cut, trim, fillet, grind and prepare standard cuts of meat, poultry, lamb, goat and beef. Workable spoken English is required. Wage is $17.00 per hr. Email your resume to asmeats127@gmail.com

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ENSIGN is looking for Assistant Drillers, Drillers, Night Tour Pushes, and Rig Managers for our Australian Division. Recruiter’s will be in Nisku, Alberta, March 31 - April 9 to conduct interviews. If you want to hear more about our International opportunities please contact our Global group and apply online at ensignjobs.com. Call 1-888-367-4460.

• Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic - Will accept 3rd & 4th year

Req. F/T for Champs Mushrooms Aldergrove BC. Will be required to carry out general janitorial duties within our plant. Will have to follow the guidlines of CFIA. WHIMIS, First Aid & a Class 5 DL is an asset. High school diploma or equivalent a must. Competitive Wage Offered. Beneﬁts Offered after 3 mos.

Up to $400 CASH Daily FT & PT Outdoors, Spring/Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. PropertyStarsJobs.com

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

HEAD CHEF

Req. F/T for Langley Steakhouse. Previous experience required. Must be able to work under pressure, high volume kitchen. Position available immediately. Very Attractive Wage. Apply in person at 20097 40th Ave. or e-mail: oceanparklangley@gmail.com

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

GPRC, Fairview Campus, Alberta needs Power Engineering Instructors. No teaching experience, no problem. Please contact Brian Carreau at 780-835-6631 and/ or visit our website at www.gprc.ab.ca.

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HELP WANTED

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 287

AUTOMOTIVE Technician needed immediately in Vernon BC. We are a busy independent shop doing all types of diagnosing, maintenance and repairs. Wages are $25/hr but negotiable. We are located in the desirable North Okanagan. obcauto@gmail.com 250-545-3378

SANITATION WORKER

Please fax resume; 604.607.0787 E-Mail: cad@champsmushrooms.ca

TRADES, TECHNICAL

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

apprentice with experience.

• Trailer Mechanic • Yard Person

Pension Plan & Extended Beneﬁts Included

SAWMILLS from only $4,897 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

Wood Cabinetry Installers

A renowned Surrey based company. Requires experienced & new Wood Cabinetry Installers. Training will also be provided to the suitable candidates.

Req. F/T for Champs Mushrooms Aldergrove. Job duties: trouble shooting and repairing conveyor machines; reading & interpreting machinery blueprints / drawings; completing all preventative work orders and inspections in a timely manner; troubleshooting forklifts / pallet jacks; maintaining and repairing of compressors, generators, pumps, etc. Competitive Wage Offered. Beneﬁts Offered after 3 mos.

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BRINGING SMILES TO OUR COMMUNITY: Did you, or someone you know just get engaged? Advertise your precious moments with us. Call 604-575-5555 bcclassified.com

Black Press Group Ltd. Attn: Stephen Gregorig, Credit Manager Box 3600 Abbotsford, BC V2S 2H5 sgregorig@blackpress.ca

We thank all those whom are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

FINANCIAL SERVICES

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

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PLUMBING

BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com 10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005

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PRESSURE WASHING

POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

750

SUITES, LOWER

TYNEHEAD/SURREY 2 Bdrm suite Near freeway, shops & schools. $750/mo incl utils/sat TV. N/P, N/S. Avail now. (604)727-4064

TRANSPORTATION 809

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

810

AUTO FINANCING

HOMES WANTED

188

CANE CORSO MASTIFF - pure bred pups, shots, dewormed, vet checked. Call 604-826-7634

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

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

Difﬁculty Making Payments? No Equity? Expired Listing? Penalty? We Take Over Payments! No Fees! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 Chihuahua pups, playful, M/F, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $$625/650. 604-794-5844 CHIHUAHUA’S reg’d,micro-chipped cert. of pedigree, health records, shots, dewormed, paper trained, Video avail. $495. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com DO YOU LOVE DOGS? We need loving foster homes for med.-lrg. sized dogs. 604.583.4237 FEMALE PEKINGESE top of the line pup, reg’d. Email for more info. Video avail. $695. 604-353-8750. charlesfoyers@gmail.com FEMALE YORKIE - Micro-chipped Reg’d, cert of pedigree, video avail. health records. $695. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com GERMAN SHEPHERD P/B puppies 5 M, 2 F, all shots, ready now. $700 Call 604-889-8957 S.Surrey.

ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)

LEGAL SERVICES

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 260

ELECTRICAL

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

281

GARDENING

Mainland Rooﬁng Ltd.

356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

bradsjunkremoval.com

Hauling Anything.. But Dead Bodies!! 20 YARD BINS AVAILABLE We Load or You Load !

604.220.JUNK(5865) Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988 Saving time, money & steps Before you go anyplace else,take a walk through the Classifieds for the best bargains round.

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Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

HELP WANTED

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Shopping made easy.

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HELP WANTED

OTHER AREAS

20 Acres. $0 Down, Only $119/mo. Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Near El Paso, Texas. Beautiful Mountain Views! Money Back Guarantee. Call 866-8825263 Ext. 81 www.sunsetranches.net

autocredit

RENTALS 700

RENT TO OWN

STOP RENTING - RENT TO OWN • No Qualiﬁcation-Low Down • CLOVERDALE - 65th Ave. & 189th Lrg. 3900sqft. HOUSE. 5 bdrm w/ 2 suites. Quiet family neigh..$2,888/M NORTH DELTA -3 bdrm. HOUSE, Handy Man Special. w/ 2 bdrm. suite. Massive double Lot.$1,788/M NORTH SURREY-13828 116th Ave. 3 bdrm. Bright 2800 sqft. HOUSE, w/suite. Quiet cul-de-sac...$2,088/M 604-786-4663 / 604-RTO-HOME www.ReadySetOwn.ca STOP RENTING! RENT TO OWN! No Qualifications! Flexible Terms! CLOVERDALE - 60th and 176th Spacious 1 Bedroom Condo. Only $880/mo. Option Fee Req’d 604-626-9647

APARTMENT/CONDO

SURREY SOMERSET HOUSE

25 yrs in rooﬁng industry

Family owned & operated. Fully ins. We do Cedar Shakes, conversions, concrete tiles. torchon, fibreglass shingles, restoration & repairs. 20 yr labour warr. 604-427-2626 or 723-2626 www.mainlandroof.com

NOTIME SPRING SPECIALS. Aeration/Lime $59. (based on 2000 sq ft lawn) Pressure Wash, Gutters, Rubbish Removal. Call Duncan (604)619-7733 notime.ca

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• DIFFICULTY SELLING? •

706

.A East West Roofing & Siding Co. Repairs, new roofs, torching, gutter services. 10% off. 604-783-6437

CRIMINAL RECORD? Pardon Services Canada. Established 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. A+BBB Rating. RCMP Accredited. Employment & Travel Freedom. Free Consultation 1-8NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

We Buy Homes BC • All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-626-9647

Border Collie, P/B, vet check, 1st shots, dewormed, ready for loving homes, $650. (604)701-4443

Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046

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ACREAGE

627

PERSONAL SERVICES

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $125 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $145. Free delivery in Surrey. 604-856-8877

Competition closes: March 31, 2014

603

www.paintspecial.com

604-812-9721

If you are looking for a change and would like to join a dynamic group, kindly forward your resume to:

HOMES FOR RENT

Running this ad for 10yrs

Credit Officer

Your previous work experience will include role(s) in credit and/or collections with a focus in customer care. We are looking for candidates who have a minimum 2 years experience in a comparable role.

PETS

BERNAISE MOUNTAIN DOGS CROSS TIBETAN MASTIFF PUPS Bundles of fun. $700. No Sunday calls 604-794-7633, 604-819-3349

REAL ESTATE

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofing & Siding. CA. Re-roofing, New Roof Gutters.

The skill set you bring to the team will include a professional telephone manner, effective time management techniques, efficient computer knowledge including Microsoft Office suite and an entry-level competency of accounting.

736

MISC. WANTED

2.7 all useable acres 1 km from Kamloops city limits. River and mnt views all studies complete, ready to build $299,900 (250) 318-8868

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

HELP WANTED

As a Credit Officer some of your duties will include interacting with internal and external customers, approving credit limits for new customers, monitor credit thresholds for existing customers and contacting customers for payments.

CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETS WITH DOLLAR DEALS 604-575-5555

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Please fax resume; 604.607.0787 E-mail:

MISC. FOR SALE

FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1.866.960.0045 www.dollars4guns.com.

PETS

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

We are looking to add an assertive, personable Credit and Collection Specialist to our team. This is a permanent, full time position.

563

MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

560

RENTALS

STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

• Basement Suites • Kitchens • Baths • Remodels • Additions • Flooring • Painting • Drywall • Much More Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN / SUPERVISOR

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

SPECIALIZING IN

Please call 604-710-1581 or fax your detailed resume: 604-592-2690

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

TOTAL RENOVATIONS

Please fax resume 604-599-5250 JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC is required for coastal logging operations near Woss, BC. Year round employment with full benefits. Further details can be found at www.hdlogging.com Please fax resume to 250-287-9259.

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Repair, Replace, Remodel...

- Must have class 5 license & minimum grade 12.

Positions available immediately for a local Industrial company!

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

P/B blue males & females. Ready to go. 1st shots & tails/dew claws done. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN Pet homes. $1000. 604-308-5665 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

LUXURY 2 bdrms suite available immediately, In-suite W&D, fireplace, 5 app and freshly painted and new carpets. 1 blk to King George Sky train & Mall, Sec. Under Ground Parking.

To view-call The Manager @ 604-580-0520

Auto Loans. All Credit Approved. Bad Credit Guru. www.badcreditguru.com or call 1.844.843.4878

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

REG Bluenose APBT puppies for sale. Razors Edge/Gotti bloodlines, all blue/white markings. 250-8773564 or email northernflower9@hotmail.com for pics/info

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

MISC. FOR SALE

DISCONNECTED PHONE? National Teleconnect Home Phone Service. No One Refused! Low Monthly Rate! Calling Features and Unlimited Long Distance Available. Call National Teleconnect Today! 1-866-443-4408. www.nationalteleconnect.com.

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HELP WANTED

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HELP WANTED

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HELP WANTED

Professionals Connecting Professionals

Life is too short for the wrong career www.localwork.ca

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SEE DEBBIE AT THE WHITE ROCK LOCATION MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & FRIDAYS

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CLOVERDALE CHAMBER

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Natural, Compounding Pharmacy for People and Animals

By Brian Young, Cloverdale Chamber President

serving the community of Cloverdale

DOWNTOWN CLOVERDALE 5778 - 176A Street 604-576-2888 Visit us at:

CloverdalePharmasave.com

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Working for You with Honesty & Integrity!

COFFEE WITH DAVE: CLOVERDALE

LANGLEY

Saturday, Mar 22 3:15pm to 4:30pm

Saturday, April 12 3:15pm to 4:30pm

Ricky’s Restaurant

White Spot, Langley

17830 - 56 Ave Hwy #10

196 Fraser Hwy. Langley

Dave S. Hayer Candidate for MP Nomination Cloverdale - Langley City Conservative Party of Canada DaveSHayer

DaveHayer.ca (604)833-4000

www.

Located in the heart of Cloverdale

604-574-7431

“Your Cloverdale Law Firm” Our goal is to provide you with top quality service in a comfortable, friendly environment.

ICBC CLAIMS & GENERAL PRACTICE 5690 - 176A Street, Surrey

VOICE

www.mactuc.com

the voice of business in the community of Cloverdale

Your Cloverdale Chamber of Commerce is very busy creating a new website, accounting system, constant contact system and much more. We are working towards better communications with our members and creating more business opportunities for our membership. We are transforming our systems and adding to our very successful monthly luncheon program to bring better value. If you haven’t joined us at a luncheon yet, I invite you to join us @ Fraser Downs on April 8th @11:30 for the best networking event in Cloverdale (or the center of the universe as our dear friend Bill would say). We are open to hearing from any of our members or prospective members on any ideas that you have to make our Chamber better and I personally welcome your emails to brian@surreygolf.com

Add your Voice and Build your Business Relationships in 2014

Join the Cloverdale Chamber of Commerce

For more information visit our website: www.cloverdale.bc.ca

Membership is $120 per year CLOVERDALE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

APRIL MONTHLY MEETING April 8, 2014 Starts at 11:30am

Please join and support our team!

DaveHayer

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Guest Speaker Member from the Fraser Valley Expedition Association - Cloverdale Rodeo “EXCITING PLANS AND EVENTS FOR THE GROUNDS” Members $20 • Non-Members $30 Cloverdale and District Chamber of Commerce at Fraser Downs Racetrack and Casino Remember to bring a gift for the monthly draw Please RSVP by Monday noon, April 7, 2014 604-574-9802

Highlights of our Membership Investment: Membership can open the door to new business opportunities. Our organization encourages membership participation, interaction, and a strong voice to municipal, regional, provincial, and federal governments.

Benefits of membership: • Monthly membership meetings with guest speakers provide information on issues pertinent to business. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month, unless otherwise notified. • Promotes local businesses to visitors and the community. • Access to business information (our library of books on business, magazines and newspaper clippings). • Access to an affordable Group Life, Medical and Dental plan. • Discounts and other benefits from our Chamber partners and benefit providers including Payworks, Versapay, and several major oil companies.

5748 - 176 Street, Cloverdale, B.C. V3S 4C8 ph 604-574-9802 fax 604-574-9122 email: clovcham@axion.net Web: www.cloverdale.bc.ca

Participate in fun events like the Bed Races, Blueberry Festival, and the Santa Parade of Lights. Membership is $120 per year.

We ‘cut costs’ (not quality)

• REPAIRS • HARDWARE • UPGRADES • CUSTOM BUILDS

Cloverdale Computer Den

5748 176 Street, Cloverdale, BC 604.576.1277 : www.cloverdalecomputers.ca

COMPUTER PROBLEMS? 604-574-0219

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Kevin Cell: 604.603.6762 Trish Cell: 604.603.1112

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Independent Beauty y Consultant www.marykay.ca/bsteele 604.574.8989 bsteelemk@shaw.ca

Stephanie Cadieux Most communities would love to have the type of growth that Surrey is undergoing. We are a community in perpetual blossom, growing in population and constantly renewing our focus on residents through smart development. Problems with addictions or mental health issues are almost always part of the reason people find themselves homeless. Our government is committed to finding solutions to the issues at the root of why people become part of the street-involved community. First, we need to get people off the street and into appropriate housing. Housing Matters B.C. is the most progressive housing strategy in the history of this country – one that is transforming social housing in British Columbia. Since 2006, $2.5 billion has been directed at housing programs and infrastructure. And today, almost 100,000 households have been helped because of our government’s affordable housing programs. This month, we announced our plans for making sure the program is still on the right track. We have established three priorities to guide future investment: 1. Take meaningful steps to improve safety, enhance affordability and promote healthy homes and communities; 2. Create greater housing stability in a manner that increases confidence for renters, landlords and strata owners; and 3. Develop partnerships in a manner that creates more choices and increases affordable housing options for all British Columbians. In Vancouver, our programs resulted in a 60 per cent decrease in people living on the street between 2008 and 2012. We hope to see similar results in Surrey. The 2011 Metro Vancouver Homeless Count found 400 homeless people in Surrey. A new survey was undertaken on March 11, with the numbers expected to be made public soon. Our government continues to work with the City of Surrey to help the development of supportive housing. We’ve already partnered together on three projects — Alder Gardens, 36 units of supportive housing for single women with dependent children in Newton; the Quibble Creek Health and Phoenix Transition Housing Centre, which includes 25 beds in a sobering centre and 15 beds for short-term recovery as well as 52 units of transitional housing near Surrey Memorial Hospital; and Timber Grove Apartments, which has 52 studio apartment units in City Centre for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

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Jonathan Katronis, Andrew Garsito (back), Michelle Katronis, Edith Katronis, Kimberley Lockhart

200 - 17618 58 Avenue Cloverdale, BC

proud members of the Cloverdale Chamber of Commerce

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STEPHANIE CADIEUX, MLA

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Optometrists & Opticians

Member-Canadian Investor Protection Fund

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Shelly Appleton-Benko, BA, FCSI, CSWP

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has been synonymous with English style fish and chips in the Lower Mainland since the early 1970s. Our fish and chips are made-to-order from only the best halibut and seafood available on the market.

Dave S. Hayer Candidate for MP Nomination Cloverdale - Langley City Conservative Party of Canada Former MLA for 12 years DaveSHayer www.DaveHayer.ca (604)833-4000 DaveHayer

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Hours

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I will continue to work to recognize in our justice system the rights of victims and their families, and for the rights of all law-abiding Canadians; I will continue to support Seniors, Grandparents & Families; and will continue to advocate for small business, strong economic growth, job creation, education, balanced budget and long-term prosperity for everyone. I will always be accessible to constituents to hear their concerns and suggestions. Please join & support our team! WORKING FOR YOU WITH HONESTY & INTERGRITY

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