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Proposed fine for farm owners causes outrage Langley mushroom farm where three died is back in business, court told DAN FERGUSON Times Reporter
The defence has proposed punishment by installment payment for the people responsible for the Langley mushroom tragedy that killed three men and permanently injured two. Ut Tran (a Surrey resident), Han Pham and Jimmy Chan were killed, and co-workers Tchen Phan and Michael Phan of Langley suffered permanent brain damage, when they were exposed to high levels of toxic hydrogen sulphide gas inside a poorly ventilated pump shed at the mushroom composting and growing operation at 23751 16 Ave. on Sept. 5, 2008. Guilty pleas to 10 work safety violations were entered in May by farm owners Ha Qua Truong and his wife Van Thi Troung, along with business partner Thinh Huu Doan and the companies they operated — A-1 Mushroom Substratum Ltd. and H.V. Truong Ltd. During his presentation before a Surrey Provincial Court judge on Thursday, defence lawyer Les Mackoff said A-1 is now bankrupt and the owners have no plans to ever resume mushroom composting. Mushroom farming at H.V. Truong Ltd. has resumed, with 33 full-time employees and a renewed emphasis on safety, the lawyer told the court. Mackoff said the Troungs have “taken substantial steps to become a model of workplace safety,” adding the farm now has the “most stringent safety policies in the industry.” The defence lawyer said while a substantial fine is called for, his clients would have to close down their mushroom farming operation if a large dollar penalty was “hastily” applied. He said the farm is deep in debt, largely due to the failed attempt at an in-house composting operation. Mackoff suggested a $100,000 fine, payable in installments. That outraged the victims’ families, who
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a coma. She spoke through a translator. Her daughter, Tracey Phan, took exception to a defence comment that the pain of the tragedy would last for years.
A Langley man who refused to testify against the sledgehammer-wielding attacker who crippled him for life has been sent to jail for two firearms violations. Tyler Willock was sentenced to 14 months by a Surrey Provincial Court judge on Sept. 22 for one count of “occupying a vehicle in which there is a firearm” and one count of “careless use of a firearm.” The 30-year-old Willock was originally facing six weapons-related charges over a Langley incident that occurred July 21, 2008. Charges of possessing a restricted weapon, two counts of possessing prohibited ammunition and owning a weapon without a licence were dropped. Two months earlier, Albert Jacob Jackman was sentenced to 10 years for aggravated assault and five years for unlawful confinement in the March 2009 attack which broke practically every major bone in Willock’s body. The beating splattered the walls and furniture of Willock’s Langley bedroom with blood. He has not fully recovered from his injuries, court documents show. But Willock never testified at Jackman’s trial. He did not even file a victim impact statement. One month before the beating Willock and another man, Fraser Sutherland, were fired on as they were leaving a Surrey night club.
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Tracey Phan, whose father Michael Phan remains in a coma, wipes away a tear as she speaks outside court on Thursday, Sept 22. said a more substantial amount and jail time is called for. “The judge should fine them a high amount and put them in jail for a few years, not a few months,” said Phoung Le, whose husband Michael Phan remains in
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Never give up, always keep hope, help is out there. That is what the past two years have taught Langley’s Rutz family. Two years ago today (Sept. 27) while competing in a sprint car race at the Terra Haute Action Track in Indiana, a racer had engine problems and the car stopped in the middle of the track. It happened so quickly that Travis Rutz and another driver were both unable to manoeuver out of the way and hit the vehicle. The collision left TraGary AHUJA/Langley Times vis with serious head injuries, including a rup- Travis Rutz, 23, was seriously injured two years ago in crash on an Indiana racetrack. The tured artery behind his Langley driver, who suffered serious head injuries, has far exceeded doctors’ expectations for eye. his recovery after spending 13 months at a brain injury centre in Ponoka, Alta. His father Doug, who Indianapolis. And while the initial prognosis could enter the GF Strong Rehabilitation was sitting in the stands, had seen Travis in crashes before, and this looked grim — doctors told the family Tra- Centre in Vancouver. But through word of mouth, the family one didn’t look as bad as some of the oth- vis would never recognize them or know who they were — he has shown marked heard about the Halvar Johnson Centre for ers. Brain Injury, an inpatient rehabilitation cenTravis had raced since age seven, starting improvement. “It is very clear Travis is cognitively sharper tre in Ponoka, Alta. with the Langley Quarter Midget Association Doug took the family’s trailer and lived in and worked his way up to sprint cars. All than us sometimes,” said his mom Kathy. “The words are in his head, it’s just trying Ponoka for the next 13 months. indications were that he had a bright future Doug was searching for a warehouse to get them out of his mouth. in the sport. nearby where he could park and make a “But they are coming.” But this accident proved to be cataAfter a month, Travis was airlifted from home, and by chance, he found one with strophic. a Langley connection. The warehouse was Travis spent a month in a medically- Indianapolis to Langley Memorial Hospital. He would have to be stronger before he owned by Rick Bath, the owner of Surrey induced coma at Methodist Hospital in
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NOTICE OF NOMINATION Public Notice is given to the electors of the City of Langley that nominations for the offices of:
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Council presses for meeting ‘Two open houses do not meet standard’ for community participation, mayor says NATASHA JONES Times Reporter
Although they handed over responsibility for the Mufford Crescent railway overpass to the provincial government several years ago, a majority of Township council is pressing for a meeting along the lines of a public hearing. When it decided at its Sept. 19 meeting to seek the meeting, council also asked the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure to provide copies of the comments made by the public at an open house two weeks ago. Council disagreed with Mayor Rick Green that the Township should host a public forum, deciding instead that the MoT should hold it.
Green said after the meeting that because of the controversial nature of the issue, and how explosive it had been in the community,“two open houses do not meet the standard” for community participation. The Mufford Crescent railway overpass design, unveiled at two open houses on Sept. 13 and 14, will cost an estimated $52 million, necessitate the widening of a portion of Glover Road to four lanes, absorb far less farmland than the most recent plan, and prompt major improvements to 64 Avenue from 204 Street (at the Willowbrook Connector) to 216 Street. Called the West T Intersection, the overpass will take traffic over the railway tracks at
Mufford Crescent, leaving the Langley Bypass/railway crossing untouched. The overpass will contain a loop north of the existing Mufford/Glover junction that will funnel traffic to south and northbound Glover Road. The overpass and related road works will add several new traffic lights.These include one on Mufford Crescent where 62 Avenue will be extended to form a junction; at the loop, at Glover Road and 64 Avenue, and at 64 Avenue at 216 Street. Information on the West T plan, the J Loop and others that were rejected, environmental and agricultural impacts, and a schedule for design, tender and construction, is available at www. robertsbankrailcorridor.ca. The overpass is part of $360 million program to improve rail connections to Roberts Bank in Delta.
• 18 years of age or older; • resident of British Columbia for at least 6 months immediately before the day nomination papers are filed; • a person or commander of an armed forces unit who has been granted freedom of the City, if that person is a Canadian citizen; and • not disqualified by the Local Government Act or any other enactment from voting in an election in British Columbia or from being nominated for, being elected to, or holding office. FURTHER INFORMATION on the foregoing may be obtained by contacting: Carolyn Bonnick, Chief Election Officer at 604-514-4591 Paula Kusack, Deputy Chief Election Officer at 604-514-4585. Carolyn Bonnick, Chief Election Officer
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Girl fights off Aldergrove abduction attempt With a punch to the face, a Grade 12 student managed to fight off a man who tried to abduct her as she walked along 32 Avenue in Aldergrove on Wednesday afternoon. Langley RCMP are now appealing for the public’s help in finding the would-be abductor who they describe as a pale-faced Caucasian aged 28 to 30.The suspect has a skinny build, sunken cheeks, and short brown hair. He was wearing a white T-Shirt featuring a steering wheel and black bird design.
The man was able to grab her arm but released it when the girl punched him in the face. The man then returned to his vehicle and drove off. The truck which police are looking for is described as a 1998 to 2000 Dodge Dakota pickup, fire engine red with a matching canopy with tinted windows. The student observed some rust on the running board behind the front passenger wheel.The truck had chrome bumpers and there was a decal
Cpl. Holly Marks said that the incident unfolded shortly before 1 p.m. as the girl walked along 32 Avenue near 272 Street. A man in a red pickup truck approached the Aldergrove Community Secondary School student and asked if she needed a ride. She said no. “A short time later, further east on 32 Avenue, he parked his vehicle, exited and moved towards the complainant who attempted to run,” Marks said.
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Willock shot at, attacked with hammer, days apart murder against UN gangsters and associates Barzan Tilli-Cholli, Aram Ali The late-night attack happened and Karwan Saed for the attempted about a block away from murders of Willock and the T-Barz club on East Sutherland. Whalley Ring Road and 104 A few days after that, Ave when the Range Rover Willock was attacked in his Sutherland was driving and home. Willock was a passenger in At his assault trial, Jackwas struck by several bulman said he tied up Willock lets. and attacked him with a Sutherland suffered a sledgehammer because he shoulder wound, but manbelieved Willock had shown aged to flee the area and disrespect to a dead friend, drive to Langley, where Kevin LeClair, a Surrey Albert he pulled over and called resident who was gunned Jackman police. down at a Langley strip The wounded man was mall earlier that year. taken to hospital where he was Jackman is also serving a life sentreated for non-life threatening injutence imposed after his conviction ries. Willock was not injured. for first-degree murder in the unreA few weeks later, police lated death of Langley resident Kyle announced charges of attempted Barber in March of 2009.
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Coffee’s on the house Thursday at Langley’s 7-Eleven stores “Since more Canadians drink coffee per capita than Americans, we felt it was high time we celebrated coffee with Canadians,” said Tim Donegan, the vice-president for 7-Eleven Canada Inc. “This is our opportunity to thank our Canadian customers for 42 years of support. It’ll be a small thank you to our regular customers and a way to welcome new guests to a great coffee.”
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Proposed restrictions on questions from the public at Langley School Board meetings have been softened in response to objections the new rules would violate constitutional freedom-of-speech rights. The teachers’ union, support staff and Langley District Parent Advisory Council (DPAC) all filed letters of protest against two sections of the proposed new rules, one that would forbid any “individual or group�
from raising the same topic more than once every three months during the public question period at the end of board meetings and one that would ban questioners from referring to matters “under grievance.� The contentious clauses appeared to be an attempt to prevent interested groups from rehashing old controversies at meeting after meeting. But the presidents of the Langley Teachers’ Association (LTA), Canadian Union of Public Employees local 1260 (CUPE) and the DPAC executive said
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“We won’t be living with this pain for a few years,” she said. “We will be living with this grief until we die.” Also speaking through a translator, widow Nga Trieu said the families of the victims have been the target of a whispering campaign within the Vietnamese community that aims to portray them as mentally unbalanced by their grief and suggesting that their public comments are hurting the image of Vietnamese people in B.C. She said the families are speaking out to protect others in the community “so that they do not fall into the same situation.” A tearful Hong Dang said she does not believe the men who entered the pump shed after the initial leak volunteered to go,
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the agency for neglecting farmworkers’ safety. “The agricultural industry is all but overlooked by workers compensation,” the author of the report said, adding some WorkSafe managers would “be lucky to recognize a bale of hay if they saw one.” After the hearing, WorkSafe spokesperson Donna Freeman told reporters the number of inspectors dedicated to the agriculture industry has been increased. The report of the investigation into the mushroom farm incident will be released once the sentencing hearing has ended, she added. The defence lawyer also disputed the prosecutor’s claim that there would have been no deaths or injuries if confined spaces regulations had been properly followed. “To say this is an entirely avoidable accident ... is a very long bow to draw in my
submission,” Mackoff said. Mackoff said the Troungs spent $2.5 million, almost all of it borrowed money, to build a state-of-the art mushroom composting facility with the aid of licensed civil and environmental engineering companies. “Mr Troung did not undertake a momand-pop operation and throw caution to the wind,” Mackoff said. But the construction company they hired to build the facility made the concrete floor too thin, causing cracking and then outright collapsing that required another $1.7 million in repairs and multiple shutdowns. The judge has reserved decision until a later date. The three accused face a possible maximum fine of $600,000 and up to six months in jail. But previous court decisions have not come anywhere near the maximum.
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angley City doesn’t seem to want anyone outside city hall to have any say in its doings. In early July, City council snatched the initiative away from Langley Reunification Association, unilaterally stating it will not co-operate in any study on amalgamation — even though the association had just started to gather signatures on a petition, which simply asks each council to approve (and pay for) an objective study of the issue by a third party. City council received a report from chief administrative officer Francis Cheung, stating why amalgamation was bad, and citing examples in other parts of Canada. The report was thorough, but clearly fed council exactly what it wanted to hear. Now the City has come out against the concept of a municipal auditorgeneral. This idea has been floated by the provincial government, in order to provide an outside and independent look at municipal spending. The City says its books are audited independently. This is true — however, this is the same type of audit that all companies, societies and governments must undertake each year. These audits do not recommend new ways of doing things, nor do they compare the way one municipality operates with another. In fact, it is quite possible for auditors to miss gaping holes in financial management. They did not catch spending problems at Langley School District over several years, which has a $13 million deficit which must be made up over the next few years. The federal auditor-general, in particular, has proven to be one of the few voices speaking up for taxpayers in Ottawa. Outgoing auditor-general Sheila Fraser was the first to blow the whistle on the sponsorship scandal which led to the Gomery inquiry, and also led to several individuals going to jail. Fraser has often offered suggestions on how to do things better. If a municipal auditor-general was able to do the same thing, taxpayers might finally get a break from continuous four to five per cent tax increases at a time of economic turmoil. Local governments are showing little inclination to reduce spending. In fact, the City is now talking about spending $600,000 on downtown signs. The City does not have all the answers on either amalgamation or spending. City council and staff need to exhibit more open minds.
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hen I first heard that Clifapplied for early release under the ford Olson was dying, a “faint hope” clause (which has flood of thoughts and since been repealed) and mused From emotions went through my head. about applying for parole. Olson is the notorious child-killer the Editor In recent years, word that he was whose spree of terror is unpreceFRANKBUCHOLTZ drawing a government pension dented in Canada. He was randomly while in jail produced another outsnatching kids off the street, sexually assaultcry and prompted a change in legislation as well. ing and killing them, and doing so with what It was ironic that the news about Olson came seemed complete disregard for the public, police out on the day when the U.S. state of Georgia and, most of all, the children and their families. executed Troy Davis, who was convicted of I never met Olson. Nor did I cover any court killing a security guard 22 years ago. He filed proceedings that he was involved in. My small numerous appeals and insisted that he did not part was as a community newspaper reporter do it. His case prompted an outpouring of supfor The Surrey Leader. Surrey was Olson’s base. port, and also promoted numerous witnesses to He kidnapped numerous young people off change their stories. His case was taken up by the street in Surrey, and the fear in the comthe Pope, former president Jimmy Carter and munity was widespread. While none were Amnesty International taken from Langley, Olson operated in numerYet he finally ran out of options, and was exeous Lower Mainland communities. It was only cuted late Wednesday. by good fortune that Langley families escaped While many Canadians want a reinstatement the horror of having a child become one of of the death penalty, I am not among them. his victims. There are too many cases of faulty convictions As noted by several media outlets, Olson’s to use it as a final punishment, in my view. reign of terror was the foundation for the Nonetheless, a case like Olson’s does seem victims’ rights movement in Canada. It is pretty clear-cut. He confessed to the crimes, and surprising that it took a killing spree of that his obvious loathing of his victims ensures that magnitude (he confessed to killing 11 children he will go down in Canadian history as one of and teens, and likely killed others) to mobilize the worst criminals ever. victims. There is no doubt his actions enerThere is a certain poetic justice about the fact gized victims and woke up enough politicians that he is dying in prison of cancer. He has been and people within the justice system to the in prison for 30 years and was never able to get complete absence of consideration of victims out, unlike many killers. His incarceration was in the judicial process. permanent. Olson has thumbed his nose at victims on Olson thumbed his nose at victims and society numerous occasions since he went off to prison for years. Very soon, he will no longer be able to 30 years ago. He has written them letters, he do so. www. l a n g l e y t i m e s . com Contact us Main line ........................................... 604-533-4157 Classifieds.......................................... 604-575-5555 fax 604-575-2073
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he political silly season has barely begun and already the A-bomb has been dropped. Yes, amalgamation. The concept of joining the City and District of North Vancouver has been kicked around for decades — but it’s never really moved much beyond a citizen’s task force on amalgamation in the 1990s, led by the late DNV councillor Ernie Crist. Still, it’s a polarizing topic that just won’t go away. In fact, the Seymour Community Association recently contacted the district about including a question on amalgamation on the ballot for the Nov. 11 election. Are you in favour, yes or no? Lorraine Harvey, chair of the Seymour group, has been hearing amalgamation talk since she moved to North Van in 1969 and she’s even discussed the subject with legendary former city mayor Jack Loucks, who passed away in 2006. Many of the political newcomers vying for spots on DNV council are also tossing around the A-word. Harvey figures most taxpayers in North Vancouver — in both municipalities — would likely endorse amalgamation if they “understood the cost savings and simplicity” of a single municipality. Just imagine the savings on senior management salaries alone. For instance, each city manager earns $240,000-plus. What if there was only one city manager, one fire chief, one chief engineer, one chief librarian? Just do the math. She did. In 2010, city and district salaries in excess of $100,000 totalled more than $16 million. CNV residents may not be so eager. Currently they pay lower taxes than their DNV counterparts and with more rapid growth and development in the CNV, that tax gap could widen. It’s cheaper to deliver services in a compact, more dense municipality with an expanding tax base, plus the city also benefits from more industrial and commercial generated dollars, With ever-rising taxes and costs for running government, you can bet the decades-old debate will continue. —North Shore Outlook The Langley Times is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent within 45 days to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby St., Nanaimo, B.C. V9R 2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www.bcpresscouncil.org
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Clean energy required for electric cars Editor: Electric vehicles like the Chevy Volt are generating a lot of excitement, especially as production models start showing up on the streets of North America, including here in B.C. But how clean and environmentally friendly are these vehicles really going to be, if the electricity that powers them is not being generated by clean renewable energy sources? In the U.S., nearly three-quarters of the electricity generated is produced by burning nonrenewable, carbon-emitting fossil fuels like coal and natural gas. So that’s what will really be powering the Volt and other plug-in electrics
in much of North America. How is that going to be an environmental improvement over the oil and gas that powers the cars we drive right now? One could certainly argue that, here in B.C. at least, we are a perfect fit for electric vehicles like the Volt, because our electricity mostly comes from clean hydro power. But now that BC Hydro and the provincial government are talking about increasing the amount of imported electricity being used in B.C.’s electrical system, most of which will come from burning fossil fuels, we’re not really going to be
much better off environmentally either. Electric vehicles themselves are not the entire solution. In order for electric vehicles to have the kind of positive environmental impact we’re expecting them to have, we need to make sure that the electricity we’re feeding into them is coming from clean renewable energy sources. Importing electricity generated by burning fossil fuels to power electric cars is like taking one step forward and two steps back. Marney Hogan, Langley
Let’s rejoice over Clifford Olson’s pending demise Editor: Let’s rejoice at Clifford Olson’s fate. Canadians should rejoice that a lowlife criminal monster, Clifford Olson, is reportedly days away from kicking the bucket with terminal cancer. I have no compassion for this demented animal. Should anyone feel sadness over the loss of a costly bottom feeder serial child killer who should have been executed long ago? No. This person has made a mockery of our inept Mounties, played the courts for fools and sucked taxpayers out of millions during his 30 years of incarceration. It is a fitting end for this despicable hated human being. There are many more like Olson in jail, including Paul Bernardo, Robert Pickton and Russell Williams, who need to be turfed. People like these undesireables are taking us to the cleaners, with the high costs to keep them alive in jail. We need to expunge the leech parasites of society with scientific accuracy of DNA evidence, instead of allowing killers to breathe life and spit in our faces until they expire. We live in a weak bleeding heart society, and where has it got us? There is a never-ending revolving door syndrome of hardened criminals, high recividism, billions spent on the costs
of courts, and abuses in the justice system, including our costly penal institutions. Meanwhile law-abiding citizens go without dental care, medicine, three square meals, etc. Prisoners get daily visits, including conjugal ones. These cold-blooded killers should be executed, to allow the victims fast justice and closure for families. These predators should not have the ability to torture society while in living in jail. Bring out the party balloons, as Olson does not even deserve a coffin or decent burial. We the taxpayers will surely pay even in the end. All federal government Black Press file photo parties in the past sevThere have been frequent protests eral decades have allowed against Clifford Olson over the years. demons in our jails, like
Olson, the luxury of collecting pensions as they looked the other way. If anyone is offended by my comments, then they are ignorant of the endless nightmares Olson has caused to so many. I do not think many would shed a tear for the passing of this slime. This story is not about insulting good people suffering a malicious disease, cancer. It is about celebrating the end to a horrific human life, a man who deserves no mercy. Having worked in law enforcement long ago in Vancouver, I briefly dealt with Clifford Olson. He is vehemently detested within the profession, and many are elated with his forecasted death. Kerwin Maude, Pitt Meadows
Editor: It is so enlightening to read perceptive opinions contained in both The Times’ editorials and some of the letters. This was particularly true last Tuesday (Sept. 20). The ‘We Say’ piece expressed the dilemma that faces Parliament, and especially the NDP, as they determine the number of seats to which Quebec and other provinces are entitled. That party is threatened by a guillotine, as it grapples with the demands of its disproportionate number of Quebec members. It seems that it is in trouble of losing its head, no matter which way it goes. Joining this thoughtprovoking piece was the excellent letter regarding the amalgamation of the two Langleys by Eric Bysouth. He is, of course, correct in his opinion that a renunciation of the two entities would probably be of benefit. Those vehemently oppose this are those who desperately cling to jobs that might be done away with, including the City administrator who compiled the negative amalgamation report, I believe. Mike Harvey, Langley
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Richter using boy to promote her political career Editor: I was appalled when I read the letter (The Times, Sept. 20) by Councillor Kim Richter. What a disgusting display of using a small child to further her own political career. It’s not about the little boy at all — it’s all about promoting herself and her propaganda, using little Cole as her pawn. This is political poison at its worst. She should offer her most sincere apologies to
little Cole and his family for using them for her grandstanding. I’m sorry if they are feeling hurt, but the blame lies entirely at her feet, because there wasn’t an opportunity for the citizens of Langley Township to be involved in the process of naming this bridge in a democratic manner. Langley citizens should be free to express their concerns without being labelled “bitter.” Then to take the heat off of her own despi-
cable behavior, she starts to slander other Langley citizens by making up stories about them in her letter. Councillor Richter needs to stop her bullying tactics. She is not pulling the wool over anyone’s eyes — you can fool some of the people part of the time, but not all of the people all of the time. E. McBain, Langley
American influence isn’t always negative Editor: It is interesting that columnist Tom Fletcher (The Times, Sept. 20) doesn’t explain what’s wrong with “American-style politics” although he references it throughout his article. He writes: “The Americanization of Canadian and B.C. politics is gathering speed” and “the U.S. tactic of” (this after seven paragraphs about BC and Canadian politicians). The
He reveals the secret “a similar style . . . may have been produced in Toronto.” Lastly, Fletcher devalues B.C.’s hard-won but effective direct democracy, comparing it to a “California-style tax revolt.” I agree with his sentiments, but listen to reason. We Canadians, North American though we are, prefer to define ourselves on the world’s
scale as “not Americans.” Fair enough, we aren’t. However, true Canadians should have the humility and insight to admit that part of our heritage is due to a friendly neighbour . That neighbour is the greatest nation the history of the world has ever witnessed. Dave Robertson, Langley
Editor: My wife and I were very pleasantly surprised recently, when we went out for dinner at the White Spot in Langley. We found that our dinner bill had been paid by a total stranger. We would like to thank this person very much. It’s nice to find there are still big-hearted people in this world. H. Gordon Bishop Langley The Times welcomes letters to the editor. Send them to newsroom@langleytimes.com. Letters can also be dropped off at 20258 Fraser Highway.
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NDP leader Adrian Dix leapt I had a chat a couple of on that announcement, saying weeks ago with a grader it proves that operator in the B.C. Liberals Dawson Creek, starved the working in the gas regional offices. patch. Most of the He’s right on pickups he sees that. For example, BC Views on job sites have the resource TOM FLETCHER Alberta licence ministry’s regional plates. director for Skeena So let’s told the Bulkley-Nechako say you’re an able-bodied regional district board this unemployed guy sitting in Nanaimo, waiting for a job to spring that he has 30 per cent come to you. If that’s how you less staff than five years ago. think the economy works, it’s Some of that is a result of no surprise if your preferred ending duplication of forest, political message is Dix’s 1960s energy and other ministries, socialist blather about the but by this spring there were 65 independent power projects government forcibly sharing the wealth. And it’s no surprise waiting for approval in Skeena that you’re unemployed. alone. B.C. Conservative leader John Of course the NDP would Cummins trashed the Prince fix that backlog by killing off Rupert port announcement the projects, and presumably as a payoff to local aboriginal break up the natural resources ministry again, to ramp up their people for a potash facility. “The usual Liberal policy beloved government jobs. of giving natives a veto on The NDP also jumped on new projects has got to end,” B.C. Liberal MLA John Les for Cummins said, demonstrating going to high-unemployment Nanaimo and suggesting people once again that he understands nothing about the evolution of should look north where jobs this issue in the past 20 years. are going begging. In summary, Clark’s jobs Construction company plan is to continue Gordon Ledcor had job fairs in Prince Campbell’s Pacific gateway George and Chetwynd in strategy. The opposition parties early September, looking for are reheating decades-old failed hundreds of truck drivers, options they hope will smell heavy equipment operators, better than a stale three-term drillers, blasters, mechanics, government. surveyors and labourers for And B.C. is, as always, at the the Willow Creek coal mine mercy of world events. in Tumbler Ridge. Another job Tom Fletcher is legislative fair was held in Fort St. James reporter and columnist for around the same time, looking Black Press and BCLocalnews. for equipment operators for the Mount Milligan copper-gold com tfletcher@blackpress.ca mine.
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• Langley Film Nights - Shot in the Dark Fall Series 2011 Seasons passes available at Colossus on film night, cash or cheque only. Tickets at the door $10, cash or cheque only. All films are at Colossus theatres at 200 Street and 88 Avenue. Start time is 7:30 p.m. Films will run on Wednesday evenings: Sept. 28, Oct. 12 and 26 and Nov. 2. • Dr. Emil Silvestru, a specialist in the geology of cave, will deliver an informative, multimedia presentation on the creation/evolution debate as well as answering questions. Sept. 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the Langley Free Reformed Church (corner of 208 St. and 80 Ave.) in Willoughby. • Parent-Child Mother Goose Program for parents and children up to age four. Parkside Centennial Elementary, 3300 270 St. The 10-week program runs Oct. 5 until Dec. 7 and goes from 1 to 2:30 p.m. To register contact Bernice Way at 604-857-4662 or email bernice@ aldergrovens.com. • Sharing and Caring Social at the Langley Seniors Recreation and Resource Centre. The birthday social is Wednesday, Sept. 28 and features the country music of singer/guitarist Kenny Buston.
THURSDAY • Parent-Child Mother Goose Program for parents and children up to age four. Nicomekl Elementary, 20050 53 Ave. The 10-week program runs Oct. 6 until Dec. 8 and goes from 9:30 to 11 a.m. To register contact Bernice Way at 604-8574662 or email bernice@aldergrovens.com. • Style Me Fabulous fashion event at Willowbrook Shopping Centre on Oct. 6 from 12 to 2 p.m. or 6 to 8 p.m. Join Willowbrook stylist Giovanni Amenta who will explain how to find the best pair of jeans to fit and flatter your figure. Plus discover easy ways to dress up your denim to make them look more glam. Enjoy an interactive style workshop,
FRIDAY • Hominum Fraser Valley Chapter is an informal discussion and support group to help gay, bi-sexual and questioning men with the challenges of being married, separated or single. Next meeting is Friday, Sept. 30. For information and meeting location, call Art 604462-9813 or Don 604-329-9760.
SATURDAY • Run (or walk) for Relief and help buy food, medicine and survival supplies for those living on the run inside Burma’s genocidal war zone and meet with those who have fled Canada for refuge and live among us. Oct. 1. • Kid’s Swap Meet at North Langley Community Church, 21015 96 Ave. on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m.to 1 p.m. Great bargains on children’s items. Admission is $1 and proceeds go towards funding women’s programs. • Discover how to climb your family tree at the Langley Centennial Museum. Come and learn how to start your family history research, what avenues to explore, and what resources are available. This program runs every other Saturday from Oct. 1 to Nov. 26 from 1 to 4 p.m. Cost for these five classes is $87.50. For more information or to register please call the museum at 604-532-3536 or email lforestell@ tol.ca. • Clothes 2U returns to Langley on Oct. 1 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Nicomekl Elementary School, 53 Ave. at 200 St. Clothes 2U gives away clothes, linens, toys, diapers, footwear, household and personal items, books, movies, music and more free to those in need. • Pick up some fresh cranberries for your Thanksgiving Feast and browse more than 100 vendors in Fort Langley on Oct. 8. Enjoy entertainment, kids’ activities and more. At Fort Langley National Historic Site, watch a barrel-making demonstration, try cranberry bannock, enjoy pony and train rides, stomp cranberries, and more. Free admission.
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Crossen seeks council seat Wayne Crossen is running for councillor in Langley Township. The longtime Brookswood resident wants to see more visionary thinking in the Township, and he also wants to see more attention paid to issues in Brookswood, Fernridge and South Langley in general. Crossen was manager of the Fort Langley National Historic Park, has owned a graphics business and is now semi-retired. His wife is a high school counsellor and they have two grown children. He is past president of the Rotary Club of Langley Central, has served on the Ishtar and YM/YWCA boards and is past president of Rotary World Help Network, an organization represnting 36 Rotary Clubs that collect supplies to ship to needy nations. Crossen is concerned about “the lack of civility” on the current council, and believes this has led to “a lack of vision as to where we are going.” “I’m concerned about how Langley develops,” he said. “We have concen-
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FALL 2011
Home & Garden Fall Colour trends When cool fall weather drives us inside, we often start to feel the urge to redecorate our homes. Before spending your money on interior paint and new couch cushions, take some time to consider the trends in home-décor colours for 2011-2012. Choosing a new colour scheme is the most inexpensive way of transforming your home, but if you don’t choose wisely your home will soon have an outdated look. Over the last few years, neutral colours have been popular for interiors, especially browns, beiges, and lighter tones of grey. These days, however, more colourful shades are moving in, such as dark reds, various shades of blues and greens, as well as rich earth tones, including gold and clay. Sunny yellows are also making a noticeable splash. Another trend is towards the use of blocks of colour on walls. This consists of creating square, rectangular, or round shapes on the walls, usually with the aim of highlighting a specific architectural element. Do your research: good paint stores have takehome pamphlets containing the latest creative ideas. Remember that you should never use more than three different colours in one room. When planning your paint décor, keep in mind the “60-30-10” rule: the dominant colour should take up 60 percent of painted surfaces, the secondary colour, 30 percent, and the accent colour, 10 percent.
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very fall homeowners are faced with cascades of red, purple, orange, and yellow leaves falling from the sky. Amid this rainbow of autumn activity, some people still have “green” on their minds -- as in eco-friendly ways they can embark on fall clean-up. Removing leaves from the lawn and yard is a task that few people relish. It can often mean hours spent gathering leaves and then finding ways to dispose of them. Some homeowners stack leaves at the curb in bins and bags. Others torch them in a huge bonfire. Still others scatter them to the street with a gaspowered blower. While these methods may be fast or efficient in their own ways, they are not the most environmentally friendly ways to handle leaf removal. There are some other tactics you can take. Instead of thinking about ways to remove leaves, a greener idea is to think of ways to repurpose leaves. Even though they’ve passed their prime on the limbs of trees, fallen leaves can be an essential part of the ecosystem after they’ve fallen. Much about mulch Fallen leaves can make an ideal mulch, helping to deliver nutrients to the soil during the stark, winter months. Placing shredded leaves around the base of shrubbery and trees can help insulate the root systems and nourish them. Decomposing leaves also provide food to soil insects, including earthworms. ‘Leaf’ them alone Unless the lawn is completely inundated with leaves, it’s alright to leave some behind. Animals preparing their winter nests or hibernation can collect leaves and use them to insulate their cozy retreats. Leaves can
act as fertilizer to the lawn and also food sources to insects. Get composting Savvy homeowners who have a compost pile to create “black gold” for their vegetables and flowers can add fallen leaves to the pile as part of the secret recipe to wonderful fertilizer. What’s more, because this compost pile is likely close by, individuals won’t need to cart heavy leaves long distances for disposal. Simply wheelbarrow them over to the compost heap and dump. Rake for health Leaf blowers may make fast work of gathering leaves to one area, but they are noisy, smelly and burn gasoline unnecessarily. Instead, look to the old-fashioned garden rake. A person won’t need to visit the gym that day because raking can burn hundreds of calories in an hour and work the muscles in the arms and shoulders effectively. For those prone to blisters, wear gloves and take frequent breaks.
trees, children and adults can make home decor or art projects with some of the best of the bunch. String leaves for autumn decorating garlands on mailboxes or around doors. Press leaves between waxed paper and iron lightly to make keepsakes. Place leaves in between pieces of clear contact paper or laminating paper. Cut around the leaf design and punch a hole at the top for a hanging string. Use as a bookmark, ornament or doorknob sign. The possibilities for green uses to autumn leaves are many. This fall homeowners can be environmentally conscious in their leaf clean-up.
Ideal insulation Leaves can insulate more than chipmunk nests. Rake some into bags to place around the perimeter of the home’s foundation for a little extra weatherproofing when it’s cold. Surround outdoor garden containers to insulate the soil of delicate plants that will overwinter outside or in the garage. Trees like palms or figs that need to be covered when it gets cold can get extra warmth from insulating bags of leaves. Art projects Although you can’t use all of the leaves that fall from
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Home & Garden FALL 2011
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Langley’s in good company Robert Redford, who was in Langley filming last week leads a cast of A-list celebrities in The Company You Keep NATASHA JONES Times Reporter
The elderly woman sat patiently on a lawn chair at the edge of the road, her gaze focused steadily on Robert Redford. Eventually, the actor walked over to her, took her hands into his and, as a tear trickled down her cheek, he bent over and kissed her on the forehead. The scene was not from The Company You Keep, the film being shot last week in Fort Langley and Brookswood, but a real-life exchange between a devoted fan and the legendary actor and director. It occurred last Wednesday, Sept. 21, near the Esso station on Glover Road in Fort Langley. For assistant location manager Trevor Brokop, the touching moment reflected the essence of Redford. “I’ve worked in this industry for 14 years and I’ve never seen anything like it,” Brokop said. “It is probably one of the most beautiful moments I have ever seen.” Redford is joined in Langley by other Hollywood royalty: The cast of The Company You Keep features a slew of big name actors — Susan Sarandon, Shia LaBeouf, Stanley Tucci, Nick Nolte, Chris Cooper and Julie Christie, among them. The thriller, in which Redford stars and directs, centres on a former Weather Underground activist who goes on the run from a journalist who has discovered his identity. Thursday’s filming was at Brookwood Secondary, birthplace of Backstreet Studios, one of British Columbia’s premier high school film and video programs. Today, it is headed by teacher Carl Hofbauer who was able to arrange for 20 of his students to work as production assistants.
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Oscar award-winning actors Robert Redford (who is also directing) and Susan Sarandon share a laugh in Fort Langley, where the pair, along with an impressive cast of Hollywood celebrities, is filming The Company You Keep. To work on a set of a feature film provides invaluable experience, Hofbauer said, and brings what the students are learning to the forefront of their minds. Standing so close to scenes as they were being shot, the classroom came alive for the students, and Hofbauer was able to explain the different roles of production
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Earth Formed Water Rendered — An exhibition of art by members of the Fraser Valley Watercolour Society and the the Fraser Valley Potters Guild, is on display at Langley Centennial Museum, 9135 King St., until Dec. 20. Call 604-532-3536
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workers. And to work with such an accomplished actor and director as Redford was almost too good to be true. Redford, Hofbauer pointed out, is not only a Hollywood icon but the father of independent film. Redford launched the Sundance Film Festival almost three decades ago to celebrate
independent films and create a springboard for those who make and appreciate watching independent films. For many of Hofbauer’s students, Redford’s link with the genre is significant for them as independent film makers. The Company You Keep is scheduled to be released in 2012.
Community Hall, 9167 Glover Rd. Free admission, refreshments available, meet the artists. The group welcomes new artists to join them. Monthly meetings are held every third Monday, starting at 1 p.m. at the Masonic Hall, which is
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Port Kells Art Group presents Colourful Impressions, a painting exhibition and sale, on Sunday, Oct. 16, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fort Langley
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BAND TOGETHER Langley Concert Band meets Monday nights from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at R.E. Mountain Secondary School For more info, check out langleycb.blogspot.com or email langleyconcertband@gmail.com.
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Fort artists going in circles Circulation runs from Oct. 5 to Oct. 23 at the Fort Gallery Circulation, the latest exhibition at the Fort Gallery, features abstract paintings by Langley artists Lucy Adams and Bruce Giesbrecht, marking the first occasion they have exhibited together at the gallery. Adams and Giesbrecht went round and round before deciding on a title for this exhibition, but a key element of their paintings is circular shapes, a symbol for
the human experience for one of the artists, and a basic form that surrounds us every day, for the other. “Often the world seems to be a very chaotic place to be yet when I stop to notice, I realize there is a profound and majestic sense of order to it all,” said Adams. “This series of paintings aims at expressing that wondrous and infinite dimension.” Giesbrecht’s new abstracts continue his work of experimenting with simple shapes and bold colour, inducing a sense of motion and tension. “Circles are the focus of these paintings, played off by other simple, organic shapes,” he said.
“Circles belie nature’s desire for randomness and on one hand seem unnatural, but there they are in the ripples from a pebble dropped into a still pond. “Humans long ago adopted the shape as a meaningful symbol…Stonehenge, drum circles, the end meeting the beginning, the circle of life.” The opening reception for Circulation will be Friday, Oct. 7, 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. An open house will also be held on Saturday, Oct. 8, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The show runs Oct. 5 to 23. Gallery hours are Wednesday to Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Fort Gallery is located at 9048 Glover Rd. Visit www.fortgallery.ca.
An exhibit of work by Lucy Adams and Bruce Giesbrecht officially opens at the Fort Gallery on Friday, Oct. 7.
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Don’t just sing in the car or the shower — share your voice with the world. The Maple Leaf Singers invite everyone to join their unique show chorus for the 2011 season. No matter where you live, in or beyond Metro Vancouver, you’ll enjoy meeting and practicing with enthusiastic singers from all over, and performing at a variety of events. They are particularly looking for first soprano, baritone, and bass voices, but all are welcome to audition. Call Anne Baird at 604-922-9827 or email information@maple-leaf-singers.com. Go to www.maple-leaf-singers.com
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FOUND ART Langley Arts Council is accepting submissions for our Art In Found Spaces Exhibition. This program places Langley artwork throughout unusual and public venues in Langley. They are looking for artwork across disciplines, including sculpture and music. So take your artwork and get out where you can be seen. Call 604-534-0781.
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Ready, on set Sixteen-year-old Langley actor Rustin Gresiuk is all ‘go’ in his bid to break into the business BRENDA ANDERSON Times Reporter
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The door of the Willoughby home swings open, and standing inside — offering a broad smile and a warm greeting — is a remarkably self-possessed 16-year-old. Rustin Gresiuk holds out his hand for a firm handshake and then steps aside to allow a visitor to enter. The unusually confident and relaxed demeanor is a direct result of the teen’s choice of career, says his mom, Rhonda Gresiuk. Yes, his career. For four years now, Rustin has been a working actor, getting jobs in commercials and a TV pilot (at 15, he booked Running Wilde, a sitcom starring Will Arnett and Keri Russell) and even catching the eye of the folks at Disney who, Rustin said, are actively looking for a show for him to star in.
“(Acting) has made him very confident for a 16-year-old,” said Rhonda, seated across from her son at the family’s kitchen table. He has no problem walking into a room and speaking with adults he’s never met, she said. “He also works well under pressure.” There might be 150 people standing around on a set watching him work, or a bunch of last-minute changes to the script, but none of it seems to rattle him, she added. It’s a far cry from his approach to his first acting job, when he cried and fussed and wouldn’t let Rhonda leave the room. Then again, he was only three, and the temptation of playing with a few Fisher Price toys on camera was no substitute for keeping his mom within eyeshot.
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Notice of Traffic Diversion and Delays 200th Street at Highway 1 Overpass, Township of Langley Motorists are advised to expect delays at the Highway 1/200th Street Interchange due to remedial work required as part of warranty repairs at the south end of the Highway 1 overpass. Southbound traffic on 200th Street will be temporarily reduced to two lanes and diverted to the northbound lanes. Northbound traffic will also be reduced to two lanes. The traffic diversion will be in place on a 24-hour basis for up to five days. The repairs are scheduled as follows: 9 p.m. Friday, September 30, to Tuesday, October 4, 2011 During these repairs motorists are advised to expect lengthy delays and should consider alternate routes or use public transit. Motorists are required by law to obey all construction traffic signs and traffic control personnel.
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A Gala Evening at Potters Thursday, Oct. 13th • 6 to 10pm Tickets for our 4th Annual Breast Cancer Event are now available. The event is held at our 192nd St store and all proceeds go directly to breast cancer researchers at U.B.C. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased in person at any Potters location or on line at www.pottersonline.ca Fully catered with wineries, a silent auction, discounted shopping and ABBA Cadabra, the ABBA tribute band headlining. Buy early - only 500 tickets available and it sells out early.
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As luck would have it, 10 years later, when Rustin did manage to successfully film his first ad, it was for the same casting agent — who remembered him from the earlier drama — and of course, it became a bit of a running joke on the set, he said. Last week, the home-schooled Langley teen was preparing to head out to yet another set — this one in the Okanagan — to film his scenes for his first movie role. He’s playing Alex in Flicka 3, starring country singer Clint Black and Black’s wife Lisa Hartman, which is shooting in Summerland. Rustin had auditioned for one of the lead roles, a character named Briggs, which eventually went to 20-year-old actor Max Lloyd Jones. Instead, he was offered the role of the best friend — a part that offers “a lot of funny and wonderful ‘guy’ moments,” said Rustin. It was while he was goofing around with his sister, making homemade movies, that Rustin
discovered just how much he loved being on camera. The 12-year-old began begging his mom to let him try acting, pestering her relentlessly, until she decided he was, in fact, serious. They sent his head shot off to 10 talent agencies and that same day, all 10 responded with offers, said Rhonda. In the end, they selected Melanie Turner at Pacific Artists Management in Vancouver. “Within the week, they were sending him on auditions,” Rhonda said. One after another, in fact. Rustin auditioned for Flicka in June and by the time he got the call in August, it was already a distant memory. “You train yourself to do it and move on,” he said. It’s part time management, part self-preservation, because rejection is a big part of the acting game. “There are highs and lows, times when you get discouraged.” But you learn to accept rejection, he said, and to “take the feedback and make something
positive out of it.” After four years, it’s not about Rustin’s skills as an actor anymore, said Rhonda. If he loses out on a job, it’s more likely because of his age, his height or his look. “He’s made real progress in his craft.” But all of that comes with sacrifice. Between his high school studies, going to auditions, rehearsing and working with his acting coach, Rustin doesn’t get a lot of time to just hang out with friends, like other boys his age. The hope, of course, is that all that hard work and determination will one day pay off in a successful film career. And Rustin has already mapped out, in his mind, how he would like it all to unfold. In fact, he’s modeled his path on the career of another young actor whose current major motion picture was filming in Langley last week. “I’d love to go the Disney route and then break out — like Shia LaBeouf.” Follow him on Twitter, @RustinGresiuk
Museum opens its foyer to artists The Langley Centennial Museum is once again offering its Foyer Art Program, and artists are invited to submit photographs of recent artwork, in any medium, for consideration in the 2011-12 program. The program intends to provide artists with the opportunity to exhibit their artwork. Although preference will be given to local artists, the program is open to artists from across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley. Exhibition space is available in the Langley Centennial Museum, and the small space available can accommodate between three and 10 pieces of artwork, depending on the size of the pieces. The sites are best suited to exhibit two-dimensional artwork, although three-dimensional work
may be considered. “It’s a great opportunity for artists, particularly new artists, to get some exposure in the community, but to also get some insight into the exhibiting process,” says the museum’s curator, Kobi Christian. The museum plans to display the artists’ works in two-month time slots. Christian encourages artists to come by the museum for an entry form, or to download one from the museum’s website at langleymuseum.org, by following the heading “exhibit” to “Foyer Art.” The submission deadline for applications is Oct. 21. For more information, contact curator Kobi Christian at 604-532-3536 or kchristian@tol.ca.
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Langley Community Music School’s Friday morning concert series resumes with a performance by Duo Concertante Langley Community Music School
Duo Concertante Date:................................................ Friday, Sept. 30 Time: ................................................................. 10 a.m. Admission:........................................ $15/$13/$10 Venue: ....................................... Rose Gellert Hall LCMS, 4899 207 St. Tickets: ............................................. 604-534-2848 langleymusic.com Langley Community Music School will welcome Nancy Dahn, violin, and Timothy Steeves, piano of Duo Concertante to the Rose Gellert Hall for the season opener of Concerts Café Classico on Sept. 30. A pre-concert coffee and commentary with Elizabeth Bergmann, LCMS’ artistic director, will begin at 10 a.m., followed by the performance at 11 a.m. “The pair will interpret the youthful and spirited Sonata in B flat, KV. 378 by Mozart and the romantic sonata by Strauss,” said Bergmann. “Strauss wrote this sonata just after he fell in love with his wife-to-be and his romantic feelings are reflected in the many lyrical moments found throughout. In addition the very popular and famous Latin hit, Tico Tico by Brazilian composer Zequina de Abreu will be performed.” This husband and wife duo, who are professors at Memorial University in St. John’s Nfld., will per-
form some of the most beautiful highlights of the violin and piano repertoire. Known for the passion and brilliance of their performances, Duo Concertante have been developing since 1997 the unified voice that has become one of the most striking features of their work. Named Newfoundland & Labrador Arts Council’s Artist of the Year in May 2010, Duo Concertante have released four acclaimed CDs. A fifth recording, Wild Bird (2010), comprises works written especially for the duo by Canadian composers Murray Schafer, Chan Ka Nin, and Kati Agócs, including Schafer’s only major work for violin and piano. Dahn and Steeves are energetic and experienced educators who have given hundreds of workshops and master classes. In 2000, they founded the Tuckamore Chamber Music Festival, of which they remain Artistic Directors, to bring together young chamber music performers with world-class artists and ensembles. Season subscriptions are still available at 15 per cent off regular ticket prices. Concerts Café Classico subscriptions include six concerts and are available for $77 adults, $67 seniors, and $51 students. A Concerts Café Classico flex pass is also available that gives access to any four concerts for $54 adults and $47 seniors. Regular tickets are available for $15 adults, $13 seniors and $10 students. Call the box office for tickets at 604-534-2848. The Rose Gellert Hall is located at 4899 207 St. in Langley.
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Above: Langley Rivermen goaltender Jim Kruger chips the puck past Surrey Eagles forward Sean McGovern during BCHL action at the Langley Events Centre on Saturday. Below: Rivermen forward Mike Tebbutt screens goalie Andrew Hunt.Tebbutt had one goal, but that was not enough as the visiting Eagles spoiled the Rivermen’s first home game with a 5-2 victory.
Rivermen fall in home opener Special teams did in the Langley Rivermen in the team’s home opener. The Rivermen allowed three power-play goals, plus another short-handed, as they fell 5-2 to the Surrey Eagles on Saturday night at the Langley Events Centre. The Eagles other goal came into an empty net. More than 3,100 fans attended the Rivermen’s first home game. And while Surrey’s power play was clicking — it went 3-for-8 — the Rivermen managed just one manadvantage goal in their eight tries. The Rivermen did win the season opener between
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the two junior A hockey clubs, thanks to Mario Puskarich’s second goal of the game, during three-onthree overtime, to win 3-2. Puskarich finished with three of Langley’s five goals. Jim Kruger made 40 saves in the win and then another 30 in Saturday’s defeat. Surrey never trailed in the back-end of the home-andhome series as they scored twice in the first period to lead from start to finish. The Rivermen are back in Surrey on Friday before heading to Powell River for a pair of games on Saturday and Sunday. For more, visit www. langleytimes.com.
With concussions such a hot topic these days, Source for Sports locations across Canada have teamed with www.stopconcussions.com to ensure hockey players are wearing proper and effective helmets this season. “There are a lot of people concerned about concussions,” explained Chris Levis, the owner of Langley’s Levis’ Source for Sports, a lacrosse player who has experienced concussions in his playing career. “Our young players and their families are important to us, as is this issue.” Sidney Crosby missed the back half of last season because of concussions, while Marc Savard may never play again after multiple concussions over his career. These are just two recent examples of concussions affecting NHL hockey players in their prime. At the Source for Sports annual general meeting last week in Hamilton, a partnership was announced between the sporting good stores and www.stopconcussions.com, which was founded by former NHLer Keith Primeau and former European pro players Kerry Goulet. The website was created in May and the main goal is to raise awareness on concussions and the impact they are having on youth, and also to raise the awareness of the impact of putting players, in any sport, back into the game too early. Primeau serves as the chief relations officer. Together, the website and sporting goods chain have formed Helmet Fitting Week. It is an opportunity for parents and players to come into the store and ensure that their head protection is sufficient. It began on Monday (Sept. 26) and runs until Sunday (Oct. 2). “It is all about ensuring the helmets are fitting the kids properly,” Levis said. Some hockey equipment is passed down within families, and depending on a helmet’s usage, the foam on the inside can harden, leading to less effectiveness. “They might not realize they are putting their kids in harm’s way,” Levis said. Staff at the stores will conduct free assessments on all the helmets brought in and will replace any parts such as screws or j-clips that are crucial to ensuring the helmet and mask fit the player properly.
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Langley United’s Bradley Keen (#8) has Coquitlam Metro Ford Jr. Wolves goalkeeper Dylan Payne going the wrong way as he fires the ball past him and into the goal for the game’s only goal in a 1-0 Langley victory in U21 Vancouver Metro Soccer League action at Cunnings Field at Town Centre Park.
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Since his promotion to the Major League level, Lawrie was impressive, hitting .293 with nine home runs and 25 RBIs in 43 games. Translated over a full season of 162 games, he was on pace for 34 home runs and 94 RBIs. He was second on the A promising rookie season Toronto roster in has come to an end batting average a week early for the (.293), on-baseToronto Blue Jays’ percentage (.580) and Brett Lawrie. slugging percentage Lawrie fractured (.953), finishing the middle finger of second in all three his right hand last categories to all-star Wednesday afternoon Jose Bautista. while fielding ground Twenty-one of his balls prior to the Jays’ 44 hits went for extra home game against bases. the Anaheim Angels at With Las Vegas, Rogers Centre. Brett Lawrie hit .353 with The 21-year-old Lawrie 18 home runs and joined Toronto in 61 RBIs in 69 games. August after tearing it He missed part of the season up at the AAA level with the with a fractured left hand. Las Vegas 51s.
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Ryan Veillet forced overtime and then Colton Precourt won it 22 seconds into the extra period as the Aldergrove Kodiaks defeated the Port Moody Black Panthers. The junior B hockey teams faced off on Saturday night at Port Moody Arena in PIJHL action. After Thanvir Bandesha opened the scoring for the Kodiaks, Port Moodyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s special teams took over. Timothy Coish and Rino Minni scored power play goals and then James Benz added a shorthanded marker. Thomas Hardy responded for the visitors to cut the lead to 3-2 after 40 minutes. Mark Menicucci picked up the win for Aldergrove, stopping 44 of the 47 shots he faced. The victory evened the Kodiaks record to 1-1 as they lost their home opener last week, falling 4-2 to the North Delta Ice Devils. The Kodiaks host the Ridge Meadows Flames on Wednesday (Sept. 28) at the Aldergrove Arena.
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Tovey, Robert 88, died September 23 in Langley following a long illness. Survived by children Winnifred Tovey, Michael Tovey, and Jenny Mazur; grandchildren Michael Tovey, Jr., Elizabeth Tovey Taylor, Krisanna Mazur and Curtis Mazur; son-in-law Brian Mazur; daughter-in-law Faith Jones; and ex-wife Joan Christensen. The family wishes to express its gratitude to Dr. Waiz, the staff of Harrison Pointe and Langley Memorial Hospital. No service; family may be reached at: wtovey@gmail.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Union Gospel Mission to support their Vancouver Downtown Eastside relief facilities.
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041 JOHNSTON, William James, aged 81 years passed away peacefully September 14, 2011 at Langley Memorial Hospital with his family by his side. He will be sadly missed by his wife Gladys and son Bradley as well as his twin sister Babs and older sister Frances. Bill was predeceased by his older brother Larry. He battled several illnesses over the last 17 years with strength and determination. A memorial will be held at St. Andrews United Church in Fort Langley on October 15 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Fort Langley Lions Club or St. Andrews United Church in Fort Langley.
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Multi-Media Journalist The Abbotsford News, a tri-weekly publication serving more than 45,000 homes, has an opening for a fulltime, multi-media journalist. The successful candidate will have diverse writing capabilities, including a flair for narrative. Advanced photography and video skills will be key attributes, as well as excellent time management. An ideal applicant will have a strong grasp of social media best practices (Twitter, Facebook, etc.), a passion for online journalism, and an understanding of how to tailor content accordingly. We are looking for someone who will be a key contributor to the core print product, while bringing creativity and innovation to our webbased branding. Knowledge of basic Photoshop, iMovie and InDesign is a must. Candidates should have a diploma/degree in journalism, or a related field. The successful candidate will show keen attention to detail, work well under deadline pressures, and be willing to learn in a fast-paced environment, as well as have the ability to teach others as new strategies and techniques are incorporated into our media package. The Abbotsford News is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private, independent newspaper company, with more than 150 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii. Those interested should submit a resume, writing samples and a cover letter to: Andrew Holota, Editor The Abbotsford News 34375 Gladys Avenue, Abbotsford, B.C. V2S2H5 or e-mail: aholota@blackpress.ca Deadline for applications: September 28, 2011
Advertising Sales Consultant Peace Arch News, a twice-weekly award-winning newspaper has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time sales person. The successful candidate will have a university or college education or two years of sales experience - preferably in the advertising or retail industry. The ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service is a must. The winning candidate will be a team player and will also be called upon to grow the account list with an aggressive cold calling mandate. The ability to work in an extremely fast-paced environment with a positive attitude is a must. We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan coupled with a strong benefit package. Black Press has over 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless. Please submit your resume with a cover letter by Friday, September 30, 2011 to:. Rita Walters, Advertising Sales Manager The Peace Arch News #200 - 2411 - 160th St., Surrey, BC V3S 0C8 or e-mail: admanager@peacearchnews.com No phone calls please
We thank all those who are interested in this position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
www.blackpress.ca > www.abbynews.com
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HELP WANTED PRODUCTION LEAD HAND
Growing Manufacturing Co. in the Fraser Valley has an opening for a production lead hand in a fast paced evolving environment. ~ Knowledge of production line flow is an asset ~ Applicant must have prior production lead experience ~ Must be able to communicate with all levels of management ~ Must have good written and oral communication skills ~ Must be a team player ~ Ability to make critical decisions affecting production as needed Please send cover letter and resume to: msteves@coastmountain icecream.com
Storage Management Team / Couple Two person team or couple to profitably manage a U-Haul storage location in Port Kells. Oversee all aspects of storage transactions, customer service, equipment rentals, record keeping, security. Requires valid drivers license. Full time position, on site apartment available. Apply online @
uhauljobs.com Keyword: Storage Management Team or email: Jackie_amanick@uhaul.com
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MEDICAL/DENTAL ORTHO CDA
Ortho office in Langley seeking exp’d CDA with ortho module 3-4 days/wk. Must have prev. experience in an ortho practice, be computer literate & have excellent communication skills. Great opportunity to join fun office with well established team. Email resume with cover letter to orthobcdr@gmail.com. PROGRESSIVE DENTAL PRACTISE
is seeking a friendly, energetic and team oriented F/T Receptionist, dental experience req’d. Drop off resume at 101-2745 Bourquin Cres. West, Abbotsford, or email to: rhonda@bourquindental.com REPROCESSING/STERILIZATION Technician required immediately for a short 1 month contract in the beautiful Okanagan. Graduation from a recognized Reprocessing /Sterilization Technician Training program. One year recent related experience is also required. 1- 866355-8355 www.travelnurse.ca
TABOR VILLAGE Tabor Village is a growing Campus of Care made up of Tabor Home, Tabor Court, and Tabor Manor. Our quality team provides older adults with compassion and “Care from the Heart” in a Christian health care environment. We are currently recruiting for a Full Time Recreation & Volunteer Coordinator at Tabor Court and invite you to visit our website at:
www.taborvillage.org to view a detailed job description and instructions for submitting your application.
WWW.CASTINGROOM.COM Families, Kids, Tots & Teens!! Register Now Busy Film Season
All Ages, All Ethnicities
CALL 604-558-2278
AKANE Jap. Rest. in Langley area now hiring.Cook position / Req.:2+ yrs Jap. cooking exp. & high sch. diploma OR completion of college or univ. in Culinary Art Course. $17.50/hr (37.5 hrs/wk) Main duties are prepare and cook complete Jap. food and clean kitchen etc. Apply: akanejap@gmail.com
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Please submit your cover letter and resume by fax to: 778-571-4400. TAKE SUSHI (Langley) F/T Cook 3-5 yrs exp. High School grad. $18.75/H Tel: 604-533-0145
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MOVIE EXTRAS ! WWW.CASTINGROOM.COM Families, Kids, Tots & Teens!! All Ages, All Ethnicities
142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS F/T OFFICE Manager White Rock Tour Company. Advanced skills MS Office 2007 & Publisher. Manage high-volume client itineraries & booking overnight/day tours. Send: jobs.marriottmanagement@ telus.net
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INSIDE SALES PERSON required for Rigging shop in Port Kells. Some mechanical aptitude and computer skills would be an asset. Must be a self-starter. Wage negotiable.
Please e-mail resume to app-rez@hotmail.com or Fax: (1)604-882-0330
Laborers CIVIL & PARK CONSTRUCTORS Seeks Laborers for project in Vancouver. Must have own vehicle. Min. 1 year experience in construction labor. Fulltime $17 - $20 (depending on experience) Plus OVERTIME and BENEFITS Fax resume to 604-507-4711 or Email: Paulo@wilco.ca www.wilcocivil.ca
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CERTIFIED DENTAL Assistant, P/T required for busy paperless dental office in Salmon Arm. Must be professional, detailed oriented have a positive attitude and work well within a team environment. Dental reception an asset. Please send Resume: valerie@alexanderdental.ca or mail to PO Box 90 Salmon Arm, BC V1E 4N2.
HEAVY DUTY or Commercial Transport Mechanic required. Competitive wages and benefits. Please email: reception@profabmanufacturing.net
fax (250-416-0232) or deliver resume to Profab Manufacturing Ltd. 3128 Hope Place, Chemainus BC. May consider 3rd year apprentice. $28.00 - $38.00 per hour based on experience. Commercial roofing co. hiring lead roofers with extensive exp. in commercial roofing, including: two - ply torch, single ply, sloped and metal. Offering Great Benefits Including: Company Vehicle, Paid Travel, Support Crews, Top Wages, Health/Dental, Pension & Company Uniforms. Must have proven ability to install using RCABC roofing practices and follow WCB regulations. Fax resume: 604-944-2916, Call Adam: 604-944-2977 or e-mail aknipfel@designroofing.ca Visit: www.designroofing.ca
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WELDERS WANTED. Journeyman 2nd and 3rd year apprentices with tank manufacturing experience. Automated Tank Manufacturing Inc. located in Kitscoty, Alberta. 20 km West of Lloydminster, is looking for 15 individuals that want long term employment and a secure paycheque. Journeyman wages $33. $37.50/hour. Wages for apprentices based on hours and qualifications. Benefits, training programs, full insurance package 100% paid by company, savings plan for retirement, profit sharing bonus, join a winning team. Call for appointment or send resume to: Joe Bowser 780-846-2231 office; joe@autotanks.ca or Jamie Flicek 780-8462241 fax; jamie@autotanks.ca.
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NEW Girls, BEST Service
778-395-3939 10am-10pm 14045-104th Ave. Surrey
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Full body hot oil massage. Insuite showers. 10:00 am ~ 10:00 pm. HIRING.
WESTERN OIL SERVICES LTD.
SECURITY OFFICER TRAINING B.S.T. classes in Abby. Job placement. 604-859-8860 www.brissonsecurity.com
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EXCAVATOR OPERATOR
Civil & Road Builders Seeks Excavator Operators for projects in the Vancouver area. Must have own vehicle. Min. 5 years experience in heavy equipment operation. Fulltime $25 - $30 (depending on experience) Plus OVERTIME and BENEFITS Fax resume to 604-507-4711 or Email: Paulo@wilco.ca www.wilcocivil.ca
LEADING PLBG & HTG grp needs qualified Plumbers for Service Div. Must have excellent cust svc skills, sales exp an asset. 604-536-3419
Ritchie-Smith Feeds, Inc. an innovative leader in the B.C. feed industry, has an immediate opening for a Programs Coordinator. This position requires the candidate to administer our feed safety program as required by CFIA and HACCP as well as our Health & Safety program. This position requires the candidate to have the following attributes/skills: S Proficient with MS Office including the ability to create reports using Excel, Power Point or Word S Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties and responsibilities S Excellent interpersonal and communication skills S Experience in an administrative environment S Post Secondary education is an asset. We offer a competitive wage & benefit package. Qualified applicants should send a letter of interest and resume, including references to:
Operations Manager Ritchie-Smith Feeds, Inc. 33777 Enterprise Avenue Abbotsford, BC V2S 7T9 Fax: 604-859-7011 Email: rsfeeds@rsfeeds.net TORRAC OILFIELD SERVICES, Grande Prairie - Specializing in Drilling Fluid Recovery. Seeking motivated individuals for Trackhoe Operator, Grande Prairie & BC area. Applicants must possess: Valid drivers licence; 4 ? 5 years operator experience (2000 hours); drilling fluid recovery equipment experience an asset; work unsupervised in a drilling rig environment; safety tickets (First Aid, H2S, WHMIS & TDG, Confined Space, Ground Disturbance); work 3 week in & 1 week out rotation. Competitive salary & benefit package available. Email resume to Leroy, l.locke@torrac.ca. Fax 780-8147506. Want to advance your career? Drillers Assistants (labour) Entry level positions Job entails: Lift 25-100lbs, repetitive manual labor, working outdoors, long hours, travel in BC, strong work ethic, team player, multitasking, self-motivated. Ability to take direction, valid BC drivers license, clean abstract, reliable transportation. Mechanically inclined an asset. Provide resume and drivers abstract to: careers@mudbaydrilling.com or fax to 604-888-4206. No phone calls.
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Concrete Lifting Specialist
GARDENING
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PARADISE LANDSCAPING
ALL BEST LANDSCAPING All Lawn Care ~ Free Est.
Bonniecrete Const Ltd Free Est & Warranties
Lawn Cut, Ride-on mower, Pwr Rake, Aerating, Weeding. Hedge Trim, Pruning, Reseed, Edging, Moss Killer, Bark Mulch, Pressure Wash., Gutter Clean. Roof Clean. Res/Comm. Reas. Rates, Fully insured. WCB.
D House & Garage Floors D Driveways D Patios, etc. D Raise to Proper Height D Eliminate Trip Spots D Provide Proper Drainage
Bill, 604-306-5540 or 604-589-5909
Over 25 yrs exp.
Ross 604D535D0124
GARDENING
FREE ESTIMATES Serving Langley since 1986 Lawn Mowing * Yard Cleanups Fertilizing * Hedges Pruning * Rubbish Removal New Lawns * Top Soil & Bark Mulch. Fully Insured
Call (604)889-6552
SEMI-RETIRED contractor will do small concrete jobs. Patio’s, sidewalks, driveway’s. Re & re old or damaged concrete. Ken 604-532-0662
UNIQUE CONCRETE DESIGN F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured
778-231-9675, 778-231-9147 FREE ESTIMATES
SPRING RELAX SPA
Journeyman Electrician Is looking for a Journeyman Electrician to join our Team based environment. Qualified applicants must have experience in the Petroleum Generator, service repair and construction. Wages and benefits as per the collective agreement. The ideal candidate must be highly motivated, possess good communication skills and be ready to learn and embrace new concepts. E-mail resume:
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MIND BODY SPIRIT
NOW HIRING
PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
MOVIE EXTRAS !
Our quick service restaurant in South Surrey requires a highly motivated General Manager to run the daily operations of the business. Responsibilities will include staff scheduling, product ordering, weekly inventory costing as well as weekly reporting to Head Office. Candidates should have 5 years experience as a General Manager in a restaurant. Compensation will be based on experience and will be from $45k + bonus structure per annum.
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
#102 - 2451 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford
604-859-9686
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.Jim’s Mowing-Same Day Service More than just mowing
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Big Mountain Electric Bonded, experienced Friendly service Reasonable price No job too small Reno’s/Additions
778-892-4299
info@westernoilservices.com www.westernoilservices.com
MODEL/TALENT AGENCIES
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
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2011 retirement of employees has created opportunities at TIDY TANKS LTD. Langley BC. We are currently recruiting Fulltime Welders and Apprentice Welders. Fax resume 604.534.5814 or e-mail: jacquie@tidytanks.com We thank all applicants however only those considered for interviews will be contacted. No phone calls please.
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Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function... • Dinner Parties • Executive Meetings • Family Gatherings • Weddings / Banquets • B-B-Ques • Funerals We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.
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AVOID BANKRUPTCY - SAVE UP TO 70% Of Your Debt. One affordable monthly payment, interest free. For debt restructuring on YOUR terms, not your creditors. Call 1-866-690-3328 or see web site: www.4pillars.ca 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. 1-877987-1420. 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. ** MONEY AVAILABLE ** 1st, 2nd & 3rd Mortgages Use the EQUITY in your HOME for Consolidation, Renovation or Any Reason. Call Donna at BBK Investments Ltd. 604.341.2806 MoneyProvider.com. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-7761660.
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CRIMINAL RECORD? Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET
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CARPET CLEANING
~CHOICE CARPET CLEANING~ Free Estimates. Guaranteed Work! 604-897-6025 (24 hr) 788-688-0117
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CLEANING SPECIAL $25/hour minimum 2hrs. Price includes cleaning supplies. Also laminate flooring and paint specials. Free estimates. A-TECH Services at 604-230-3539 EUROPEAN CLEANERS. Honest, reliabe. Tip top work. Great referencess. Call 778-277-2662.
ALL JOBS Big or Small. Panels, lighting, plugs, fans, hot tubs etc. Guaranteed work. 604-539-0708 Cell 604-537-1773 (Lic. 26110) ELECTRICIAN licensed, local. Low cost. Big&small jobs. Renov. & panel change expert. 604-374-0062. YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE GRAHAM’S EXCAVATING ~ Excavation, Clearing ~ ~ Drainage, Final Grading ~ Free Estimates, 20 years exp. Fully Insured/WCB
(604)533-9108
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
GUTTER & WINDOW CLEANING Prices starting from for 3 lvl. hm. $95/gutters, $95/windows. 2 lvl. hm. $75/gutters, $75/windows. Excellent Service Since 1976. 778-861-0465
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A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.
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A-1 PAINTING CO.
~MASTER CARPENTER~ Framing, Finishing Millwork, Cabinets Complete Renovations Additions, Decks Gazebos, etc. Local references available
SPECIALIZING IN: Vinyl and Wood decks. Repair/replace or custom build.
604.723.8434 Top Quality Painting Exterior / Interior • Insured • WCB • Written Guarantee • Free Est. • 20 Years Exp.
Call Derek (604)720-5955
Call Peter 604-541-8841
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RECYCLE-IT! JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses
On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!
604.587.5865
A-TECH Services 604-230-3539 Running this ad for 7yrs
RUBBISH REMOVAL
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PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $269, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com
359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL #1 Soils, manure, gravels, lime stone, lava, sand. Del or p/u 604882-1344 visit www.portkellsnurseries.com / bulk material for pricing.
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A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv. Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping. Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports
CALL NOW! 604-312-5362 “ ABOVE THE REST “ Int. & Ext., Unbeatable Prices, Professional Crew. Free Est. Written Guarantee. No Hassle, Quick Work, Insured, WCB. Call (778)997-9582
Now is the time to get the jobs done that you’ve been putting off H Bath & Kitchen Reno’s H Sundecks, Patios, Doors & Mouldings H Full Basement Reno’s for that Mortgage Helper ✱ Licensed, Full Service Contractor with over 25 years exp & all available trades. Many ref’s. Unbeatable prices & exc quality.
FINISH CARPENTER Finish Carpentry-Mouldings, sundecks, stairs, siding, painting, drywall. Refs. Rainer cel 604-613-1018 ★ Kitchens ★ Bathrooms Basement & Garage conversions ★Additions ★ Laminate ★Hardwood ★ Engineered Wood ★ Tile ★Carpet ★Baseboard & Crown moldings ★Sundecks ★Roofing. Member of B.B.B. & G.V.H.B.A., WCB and liability insured, ref’s. Call Gary Ward @ M&W Classic Home Renovations 604-530-1175 gjward@telus.net
HUDOLIN’S ON HOMES RENO’S
HUSBAND FOR HIRE Handyman available for work Small jobs welcome Wayne 778-387-1640 I DO GREAT LITTLE JOBS Home detailing. Small reno’s. Painting. General upkeep. Call: Pierre 778-773-9401, 604-530-9401
SELF BOARD by CVP & High Point Trails. Large dry paddock, $160 disc. for 2nd horse. 604-617-3470.
DECKING RAILINGS • Cedar • Glass • Vinyl decking • Aluminum • Trex decking • Wrought iron • Pressure treated • Trex railings • Deck repairs • Cedar • Paving stone • Pressure & Concrete Treated
Darryl 604-626-7100 Visit: www.deckexperts.ca
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CONTRACT OR HOURLY FREE ESTIMATES
Per Molsen 604-575-1240
BOARDING
FEED & HAY
PETS
AUSTRALIAN Shepherd, 5/mo fem, beauty & brains, tri-colour, top family dog. $600 firm. 604-930-8551. BEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, vet check $600. (604)796-3026. No Sunday calls
SL PAINTING Interior/Exterior. FREE Estimates. Quality job. Fully insured - WCB Please call Sonly.
604-328-6387
LANDSCAPING
BERNESE MOUNTAIN dog puppies, vet checked, 1st shots. Jen 604-807-3853 / rjkooi@hotmail.com BLUENOSE PITBULL PUPPIES. 2 boys, 2 girls, $800. obo. Call 604-783-8607.
604-465-5193 or 604-465-5197 www.augustinesoilandmulch.com
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1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. We move - We ship - We recycle. Senior- Student Discount available. 604-721-4555 or 604-800-9488. A FAST MOVING & CLEANING. Prof. movers. *Garbage removal. Insured, great rates. 778-888-9628
LAB/CHOW cross 6yr/old male with sweet gentle temperament, has all shots. 604-340-3162, 604-541-2147
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LAB PUPS, Chocolate, $700. vet ch, dew-claws rem. 1st shots, dewormed. qual. lines (604)702-0217
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005 $38/HR!Clogged drains,drips,garbs sinks, Reno’s toilets. No job too small! Lic’d/insured. 778-888-9184
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AFFORDABLE MOVING Local & Long Distance
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call Ian 604-724-6373
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
604-537-4140
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REAL ESTATE ACREAGE
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BIG BEAUTIFUL AZ LAND $99/mo. $0 down, $0 interest, Golf Course, Nat’l Parks. 1 hour from Tucson Int’l Airport Guaranteed Financing, No Credit Checks. Pre-recorded msg. (800) 631-8164 code 4001 or visit www.sunsiteslandrush.com
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FOR SALE BY OWNER
ALDERGROVE Never listed, future development area. Owner moving to Arizona. Double lot 13,700 sq. ft. Next to Creek. 850 sq. ft dbl garage 12 ft high, good for trucker. Also 300 sq. ft single garage. Sewer and serviced. 3 bdrm, full basement home. 1100 sq. ft up & 1100 sq. ft. down.
$485,000: (604)418-9361
555 HEAVY DUTY MACHINERY 2 Ditch Witch TRENCHERS 2 models - R-40 & 3500 Both exc. cond. Approx 3-3-1/2 thousand hrs on each Asking $20,000/obo - R40 and $25,000/obo - for 3500 Owner retired. Call 604-536-1992 or 604-240-7798
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Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1866-981-5991
566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
(604)824-0107
RECREATIONAL
RARE OPPORTUNITY: waterfront property on beautiful Jim Lake, .83-acre with 360 sq ft insulated cabin, located near Green Lake/Watch Lake (70 Mile House). Rare privacy, only three lots on the lake, good fishing for rainbows to 10 lbs, nice swimming, surrounded by crown land. Great trails for hiking, ATV and snowmobile. Seasonal 10-km back road access in 4x4 or pick-up. FSBO. $230,000. 250-3950599. (Please see bchomesforsale.com/70mile/frank.)
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2 bdrm Penthouse w/den in Aldergrove. $990/mo incl heat & h/w. Own laundry, d/w, a/c, f/p, patio. NEW CARPET & PAINT - N/S N/P. 604-532-9905 or 604-341-9674. Avail Oct 1 ALDERGROVE, Dntn. Avail Newly renod 1 & 2 bdrm. oriented bldg. NS/NP, 1yr pref. for disc monthly rent. 604-607-4757
Spacious, Clean Bachelor, 1,2 & 3 Bedroom Heat, Hot Water,
OPEN HOUSE Langley City 5119 - 206th Street Sat & Sun 12noon-5pm Fully renovated split level hse 1822sq.ft. 3 bdrm, 2 baths, lrg rec room, f/p, garage, patio. Close to Blacklock Elem, park, pool & downtown. Buyers agents welc. $473,900. Call Tom 604-531-2984 or 604-786-5149
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS New SRI.com 16x52 mobile home in Langley adult park. $114,900. Call 604-830-1960 NEW SRI Mobile, Modular and manufactured homes on display in Abbotsford. Chuck 604-830-1960. New SRI single wide in family park and another space in adult park. from $81,900. Chuck 604-830-1960 REPOSSESSED MOBILE HOMES to be moved, 1974-2008. Chuck 604-830-1960.
604-530-0030 www.cycloneholdings.ca
CLOVERDALE BENBERG APTS. 17788 57 Ave. Senior building,1 & 2 bdrm suites avail now. Starting at $700 to $850/mo. 604-574-2078
CYPRESS PLACE 50+. Lrg 1 & 2 bdrm. Incl heat & h/w. Nr all amen. n/s, n/p. View 10am-5pm. Resident Mgr. Ann & John 604-530-2840.
LANGLEY 202/53A; 2 Bdrm apt, $905/mo. Quiet family complex, no pets, call 604-539-0217.
LANGLEY CITY APARTMENTS ON 201A FREE: heat, h/w, cable TV, lndry, prkg. BACHELOR, 1 & 2 BDRMS. No Pets SENIORS, ADULT ORIENTED
Villa Fontana & Stardust Michael - 604-533-7578
Rainbow & Majorca Betsy - 604-533-6945 CALL FOR AVAILABILITY
LAB PUPS, yellows & blacks, CKC reg p/b, shots, tattooed, exc temp, view parents, $800. 604-462-0774. 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 NEWFOUNDLAND pups, P/B. 2 males, 1 black/1 brown. $1000 (604)819-1466 No Sunday calls SHELTIES beautiful loveable happy 2 male pups. Warm & cuddly, 6 mo old. House trained. (604)826-6311 TOY POMERANIANS. 7 wks. M & F. Vet ✓, healthy, 1st shots, dewormed, $750 up. 778-839-8007 TOY POODLE. One little girl left, black & brown. $650. Call 604-8204230, 604-302-7602
APARTMENT MOVING PROS. We do more to save U money $... Seniors Discount, Mid mo Specials & Gov’’t assistance moves welcome
604-957-9361 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240 VIZSLA PUPS, PB, shots, guaranteed. Champion lines, $750. 604-819-2115. vizsla@telus.net
329 PAINTING & DECORATING 778-344-1069 356 Big jobs-Small jobs-We do it all! Serving the Fraser Valley WCB Insured - Bonded Visa & M/C accepted
Call 7 days/week
778-344-1069 andrew.northstar.interiors@gmail.com
A-OK PAINTING
Forget the Rest Call The Best! Harry 604-617-0864
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
CASTRO’S JUNK & DEMOLITION You Name It & It’s Gone! Best Rates. Free Est. (778)891-4017
FREE! Scrap Metal Removal...FREE!!! * Fridges * Freezers * Stoves * Microwaves * Small appliances * Scrap Metal * Old pipe * BBQs * * Exercise equip. * Cars/trucks * All metal recyclables FREE
778-233-4949 T & K Haulaway
YELLOW LAB PUPS. Ready to go. Vet checked, 1st. shots. Parents on site. $400. 604-852-6176 Abbts
Two open heart surgeries. One big need.
Yorkshire Terrier pups, CKC, 2M/1F, tails dock, dew claws, micro. Ready Nov. (604)858-9758
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 518
BUILDING SUPPLIES
DO-IT-YOURSELF STEEL BUILDINGS Priced to Clear - Make an Offer! Ask About Free Delivery, most areas! Call for Quick Quote and Free Brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.
imm. Adult lease Dave
CALL FOR SPECIALS LANGLEY CITY
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
MISC. FOR SALE
MORTGAGES
Mortgage Help! 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
MATTRESSES staring at $99
559
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82.8 ACRES, 300’ lakefront, S Cariboo. Beautiful, pastoral, private, rural setting. Borders crown land. Adjacent 80+ acre parcel available. www.bchomesforsale.com/ view/lonebutte/ann/
FURNITURE
CAN’T GET UP your stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help! No obligation consultation. Comprehensive warranty. Can be installed in less than 1 hour. Call now 1-866-981-6591.
REAL ESTATE
ENGLISH MASTIFF P/B PUPS Fawn & Brindle. CKC reg. $1200. Call 604-782-3864.
ALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.
PLUMBING
FUEL
$15,000 value-will sell $8000/obo. Pristine condition
Chihuahua pups, tiny teacups, ready to go $700; male standard Chihuahua, $450. 604-794-7347
PAVING/SEAL COATING
545
1YR Seasoned Alder Birch Maple Clean, Split, DRY & Delivered. Family Operated for 20 yrs. (604)825-9264
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
SAWDUST 332
FARM EQUIPMENT
RUBY RIVER BABY GRAND - Ebony
*JAPANESE GARDEN* Zen style, Pond, Waterfall, Stone patio, Bamboo fence etc. All yard maintenance. Call Tokiwa Landscaping 604-768-6995
Available for Delivery Call for pricing
530
New Holland LS180B Skid Steer 63 HP, only 475 hrs. New cond. $21,500 obo. 604-826-6482.
Boston Terriers pups, ckc reg, vet checked, reputable breeder, excellent pedigree. (604)794-3786
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
Hemlock, Fir & Cedar INTERIOR/EXTERIOR, Repairs & Reno’s, Sundecks & Additions, New Homes
456
477
Hayden Painting Solutions Ltd www.haydenpainting.ca
BUILDING SUPPLIES
PETS
Mixed Species Coarse Hog Fuel 1” minus mixed berry mulch, Half inch minus compost soil amendmint Red Cedar coarse hog fuel Phone R.J. Caplette 604-856-6500
The finest in Outdoor Living... Design to Completion
✔ Basement suites, decks ✔ Bathrooms, Kitchens ✔ Finishing work & moulding ✓ Design & colour consultation Free Estimates hudolinrenos@gmail.com
Call Dave: 604-862-9379
453
38 Years Experience All Aspects of Painting Int./Ext. Com/Residential Free Estimates call Dan anytime!
Specializing in all types of: S Decking Systems S Railing Systems S Outdoor Living
518
SAWMILLS from only $3997 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899.
Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $
For all your decorating needs, why not call a Master Painter? With Triple A/BBB Rating?
Call 604-607-6659 or Cell, 604-537-3553
OUTDOOR LIVING • Fireplaces • Kitchens & BBQ’s • Sun Rooms & Patio Covers • Landscaping • Hot Tubs & Pools • Trellis & Gazebos
TREE SERVICES
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
Help us build a new BC Children’s Hospital. Please Give. 1.888.663.3033 beasuperhero.ca
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APARTMENT/CONDO
LANGLEY CITY
CHESTNUT PLACE
Apartments 20727 Fraser Highway
1 & 2 Bedrooms avail incl heat/hot water/cable
RENTALS 715
RENTALS
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
750
LANGLEY, central. Clean newly reno 3 bdrm lower, insuite lndry, close to parks, shops & schools, fenced yard. Avail. immed. N/P. $950 + util. Phone 604-767-2232.
736
HOMES FOR RENT
Criminal record check may be req’d.
Ph: 604-533-4061 LANGLEY
CLAYMORE APTS 1 & 2 Bdrm Apts Avail $200 Move-In Bonus!! Close to shopping & schools. Seasonal Swimming pool, and tennis court. 3 Appliances (fridge, stove dishwasher), blinds hot water and parking included. Carpeted throughout. Some pets welcome.
5374 - 203rd St, Langley
Call 604-533-9780 LANGLEY
MAPLE MANOR APTS. 20117 - 56 Avenue 1 & 2 bdrm suites $735 to $850 includes heat, hot water, cable to channel 43. On site security
Call 604-534-0108
LIMERICK MANOR Near Langley City Hall & shops 1 bdrm - $715 - $750/month 2 bdrm - $870/month Inc. heat/storage/parking Adult oriented Sorry - no pets By appt - call 604 - 514 - 1480
Linwood Place Apts 20051- 55 A Ave.
100-20436 Fraser Hwy., Langley
HOUSES
SUITES, LOWER
Surrey Green Timbers 140th/90th. Family oriented neighbor. Newly painted. Spacious 2 bdrm bsmt suite. Near transit, high & elementary school, SFU, shopping, park. Apply with ref’s. N/S N/P. Avail Oct. 1. $700/m includs Util. + Bell Satalite. Call 778-869-9074.
TOWNHOUSES Langley - 53 & 201A St. - The Court Yard - Bright & clean 2 bdrm 3 level twnhse, 1,365 sq ft, 5 appl, f/p, 2 decks, 2 full bthrms, 2 car tanden garage with loads of storage space, n/s, n/p. Avail Sept./15, 2011 $1,400/Mos. Langley 240 & Fraser Hwy Clean & bright 2 bdrm 2 level twnhse approx 800 sq ft, 1.5 bthrms, 4 appl, open pkg, fenced yard, n/s, n/p, lease req’d. Avail now $775/Mos.
CONDOS Langley, 202 & 56 Ave. The Bentley - Bright & clean 1 bdrm, office & den on 2nd flr facing courtyard, 946 sq ft, 5 appl, 2 bthrms, gas f/p, 1 sec u/g pkg, locker, n/s, n/p, fresh paint & new carpets. Avail Now $900.00.
Starting at $835. $675 to $835 includes Heat, Hot water, Cable to channel 43. On site security Ask for details
Call 604-530-6555 Must bring in this ad to receive 1st month free
BROOKSWOOD 4 bdrm home on large lot, 2 storey, 2 baths, 5 appls. Close to school, shops & transit. Avail Immed. $1700/mth. 604-530-8480 FORT LANGLEY: 3 Bdrm, 1 bath, 850 sq.ft. house with detached garage for rent. Available Oct. 15th or sooner. $1,200/mth. Call 604-5336063 for more info.
751
1995 SATURN SW1 good tires, good shape. 124,157kms. $2000 obo. 604-584-9879
SUITES, UPPER
809
748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION LANGLEY CITY room available. $450/mo incl everything. Female preferred. 604-532-9672
749
1998 HONDA ACCORD 2 dr., silver, auto, loaded, 189,000km. Mint. $5500. (604)535-5164 after 5 2001 TOYOTA COROLLA, 130,000 KM., 4 dr. auto, CD player, a/c, very clean. $4550. (604)588-5215 2002 BMW, 4 door, 325I auto, 80,000K New service, brakes, tires, mint cond. $13,500. 604-541-0018. 2003 TOYOTA COROLLA, silver, a/c, 5 spd, no accidents, exc cond, $5950. Call: (604)599-0170 2004 CROSSFIRE MERCEDES New $53,000. Warranty. Fully loaded. $14,900 o.b.o. 778-232-3578
ANTIQUES/CLASSICS
AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS
AUTO FINANCING www.UapplyUdrive.ca
2005 ACURA RSX Rare Luxury Sport Model / pristine condition. Only 45,000Ks. With I-V TEC 4 cyl. Lady driven - loaded, 5 speed. $14,500/OBO. 604-538-2239. 2005 TOYOTA COROLLA dealer serv. since new, 97K, 1 owner, exc. cond., $10,800. (604)535-9984
SUITES, LOWER
remaxrentals@live.ca ReMax Little Oak Prop. Mgmt.
604-504-RENT ALDERGROVE. 1 bdrm grd lvl. N/p. Nr amenities/schools. Incl cable/hydro. 604-628-2200, 604-807-6262. ALDERGROVE 26928 26A Ave. 1 Bdrm ste, near schl/park. $650 incl utils & a/c. NP, NS, no laundry. Avail now. 604-857-3320
6 gal. gas water heater, Awning, front dinette, 3 burner stove & more! $13,995 (Stk.30537) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644
851
WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com
STORAGE
88th Avenue, Fort Langley. 3 bdrm. bsmt. suite, 5 appl., lots of light, huge yard, carport. $1350. incl. gas & electricity.
847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
1996 SUZUKI auto, 4 cyl. 1.3L, stereo, passed AirCare for 2 yrs. $1250. Call (778) 551-1662. 2004 FORD ESCAPE XLS, 2L, 5 sp. 131kms. no acc. $4600 no tax Aircared 2 yrs. 604-502-9912.
7 Days/Week
TRANSPORTATION
LANGLEY 3 BARNS, 200x50 each, have electricity, bay doors in or out prkg. RV’s, boats, cars, ATV’s, storage, horses, cows, goats. 604-514-9775 866-7803
750
FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
604-328-0081
WANTED 6” Truck Canopy blue or grey for Toyota Tacoma. Call 604828-3877.
810
Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal
2011 CRUISE LITE T18XLT
827
VEHICLES WANTED
830
MOTORCYCLES
Auto Loans Approved Largest dealer Group Huge Selection Free Delivery to BC/AB Cars Trucks SUV’s Vans Apply online autocredit911.com Call toll-free 1-888-635-9911 INSTANT AUTO CREDIT We can finance your auto loan in minutes, you Drive Home Now or we deliver to BC & Alberta www.DriveHomeNow.com
TRUCKS & VANS
1976 INT’L SCOUT TERRA2, convertible, 4x4, 1 ton pick up truck. Pontiac 400 big block, 375hp. Approx. 3000 mi. on power train. One of a kind. $13,800. (604)799-8533 1992 GMC pick up, V8-305, 235,891 km, very clean, well maintained. $3500 obo. 604-793-8107 1999 HINO FB box truck, diesel, auto, brakes 90%, new glass, great tires, 1600 lb. lift gate, 316K, $9,999. Call (604)869-3466 2006 Glendale Titanium Tour edt. ATTN SNOWBIRDS; 4 Slides, elec f/p, all options, pics avail, mint cond, $36,000. Ph: (604)858-4878
MARINE
1993 Toyota Corolla, aircared, auto, all power, good working condition. $1350. 604-205-8206
Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231
1993 Coleman trailer great shape rec service propane tanks incl. c/w org. manuals fold-out king sz & dble bed table & seating area converts into 3rd bed. $4995. 604-5534-6305
CALL
604-592-5663
1982 CAMARO Berlinetta 2.8 V6, 94,000km, T-top, tilt, cruise, exc. tires, brakes, front end work, collector plate ready. $2400. 778-8934866
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
Pass through storage, central vacuum system, diesel engine, & 3 rear vision camera. NOW $179,995 (stk.30283) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644
$ WE PAY CASH FOR CARS $
TOWNHOUSES
12730 - 66 Avenue
845
The Scrapper
“No Wheels, No Problem”
FT. LANGLEY. Upper 3 bdrm, 5 appls, 1500/mo incls utils. NP, NS, Refs/deposit req. 604-882-8642 LANGLEY, 23759 - 36A Ave. Lrg. 2 storey suite, 2 baths, lrg bdrm & loft, priv. deck, hydro/heat incl. NP. $1100/mth. Phone (604)202-0199. LANGLEY. Above grd 1 bdrm suite. Sep. ent. N/S. N/P. $650/mo. incl utils. Call 778-240-7839. S. LANGLEY bright spac 2 bdrm, 5 appls, f/p, upper flr. $850/mo. 604630-7788 S LANGLEY cute cozy 1bdrm suite main flr. Suit 1. Sm pet OK. $650 incl utils. 604-630-7788
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LANGLEY 248th nr Fraser, 4 bdrm hse on 5 acre farm. N/P Avail Oct 15. 604-628-2200, 604-807-6262
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
TRANSPORTATION
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
Call 604-365-6764
Quiet, Clean & Spacious 2.5 bath, patio, storage, d/w, w/d, f/p, N/S, N/P, 2-car garage, next to high school. Avail. Now!!
604-530-0932
2011 NEPTUNE 40PBQ
845
CA$H for CAR$ No Wheels -No Problem! Servicing the Fraser Valley 604-746-2855
3 bdrm 2 full baths, 2 kitchens indr/outdr, living & dining rm, lounge, lndry, lrg patio, fenced backyrd, nr elementary & high schls, bus, shop’n. $1300/m + 1/2 Utils. Ref’s reqd. Avail Oct. 1
806
RECREATIONAL/SALE
SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288
2 & 3 bedrooms
www.cycloneholdings.ca
709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
$1200 - $1300/m
5380 - 5400 - 5420 206th Street Clean & affordable Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Clse to all ament. Seniors Centre just around the corner. Rent incl heat, hotwater, & cable. Resident Managers on site.
838
TRANSPORTATION
2008 SATURN VUE XE, 4 cyl. auto, p/w, p/l, 45,600 K, set up for tow behind RV. $15,500. 604-319-3350
“SIMRAN VILLAS”
SUSSEX PLACE APT CALL FOR SPECIALS !!
TRANSPORTATION
2004 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER GT 2.4L Turbo. Black. 142,000 kms. Sunroof. $5,350. 604-789-5497.
SURREY TOWNHOUSES
604-533-7710
BROOKSWOOD COMMERCIAL LEASE spaces available at 208th Street and 40th Ave. Sizes 7002100 s.f. $1500 - $4500. Call Frank @ Noort Investments 604-835-6300 or Nick @ 604-526-3604. BUILDING SALE... “ROCK BOTTOM PRICES” 25x40x12 $7350. 30x60x15 $12,700. 35x70x16 $15,990. 40x80x16 $20,990. 47x100x18 $25,800. 60x140x20 $50,600. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers DIRECT 1-800-668-5422. Langley City Small wrhse o/h dr, gd light $895 ALSO Willowbrook storage/hobby shop $695 604-834-3289 LANGLEY: INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSE SPACE FOR RENT: 1760 or 3520 sq.ft. Exc. location on Industrial Ave. Langley City. Phone: 604-603-9584
1995 FORD ESCORT. 4dr auto, A/cond. All power. $600 obo. 604593-0377 or 778-988-6591. 1997 CHRYSLER CONCORD, aircared, good shape, all power options, $1800. Call (604)319-7410.
752
Newer building, secure entry, 5 appl’s including insuite washer and dryer, a/c, electric f/p, u/g prkg & balconies. No pets CLOSE TO SHOPPING, Superstore & Willowbrook Mall.
WALNUT GROVE, 1 bdrm + den, insuite W/D, sec prkg. Avail now. TJ @ Sutton Proact: 604-728-5460. WALNUT GROVE, 1 bdrm + den, insuite W/D, sec prkg. Avail now. TJ @ Sutton Proact: 604-728-5460.
1987 CHEVETTE, 4 cyl. 5 spd, runs excellent. $500 obo. 604-538-4927.
LANGLEY 2 level, 3 bdrm. end unit t/h, in Portage Estates. $1290 mo. N/S N/P. Avail. now. C.21 Prudential 604-232-3025
1 BDRM SUITES AVAILABLE NOW!
Phone 604-530-1912
CARS - DOMESTIC
Newly reno’d suite
3 BDRM, 2 bath, 2600 sq. ft. house on acreage. Not suitable for livestock as no fencing. Available Oct. 15th, possibly sooner. $1,500/mo. Call 604-533-6063 for more info.
19777 Willowbrook Dr., Langley
5555 208th Street, Langley Studio - 1 & 2 bdrms. Indoor swimming pool and rec facility. Includes heat & 1 parking stall. No pets
818
Cloverdale 59th AVE / 177B St.
Northland Apartments
TOWN & COUNTRY APARTMENTS
WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in September, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888593-6095.
1981 Ford Granada, 2 dr, auto, 6 cyl, red/green ext.. runs good, good winter tires, $800. 604-910-0840
ABBOTSFORD: Mt Lehman & Ross Rd. Nice self-cont 1 bdrm Coach Hse . D/W, W/D, 10’ ceilings, crwn mlding, desgnr colors. Peaceful, quiet setting. $800/mo + $50 hyd. NS/NP. Phone (604)607-7908.
Call Sandi, 604-534-3849 sandi@naicommercial.ca Visit us on the web at: www.goddardrentals.ca
AUTO FINANCING
FREE CASH BACK WITH $0 DOWN at Auto Credit Fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599 www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309. Free Delivery.
SURREY: NEWTON - Brand new 1 & 2 bdrm suite. Still under construct. n/s, n/p. h/w flrs, Avail Oct. 1 or 15th. sat tv & int avail. (604)7202627 or 604-825-4743 WALNUT GROVE nice clean 1 bdrm + den sep ent sh ldry Oct 15. $950 incl utils NS/NP 604-881-2120 WILLOUGHBY - New 1 BR Bsmt Suite, $750/m, in-suite w/d, 9ft ceilings, incl utils, avil now, 604-7890105
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Newly Renovated Units
810
CLOVERDALE 64/167 St. Clean 1 & 2 bdrm stes - $725 & $850. Incl utils, sat, lndry, np/ns 604-613-7258 CLOVERDALE brand new 2 bdrm. above ground suite, 1000 sq. ft., new appl. incl. w/d, b/i alarm system, a/c, N/S, would consider a cat, no dogs. $1150 mo. + share utils. (604)576-8068 LANGLEY. Lrg 2 bdrm suite with full bath. Shrd laundry. Avail Oct. 1. N/S.$900+½utils.Call 778-298-5287 MURRAYVILLE - BIG 2 bdrm bsmt suite, $800/mo incl utils. No pets. Avail now. Call 604-530-7467.
Langley-Brookswood area 35 & 198A St - Updated 3 bdrm rancher on pricturesque 1/4 acre private yard, approx 1200 sq ft, 4 appl, wood f/p, carport with lots of extra parking, storage, n/s, n/p. Avail Oct.1st, 2011 $1,550/Mos.
1 MONTH FREE
TRANSPORTATION
1987 HONDA HURRICANE, 1,000cc, collector ready, mint. $2400 firm. (778)893-4866
912
BOATS
1981 22½ft BAYLINER, 4 cyl. I/O well maintained. $4,600 obo. 604538-4927.
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Turning on your furnace for the first time after many months has some important considerations to go along with it.
Heating your home By Maggie Calloway As reluctant as we are to even think of the cold damp days and months ahead, some action and attention to detail now while the weather is relatively mild could save you big problems and lots of money if things go pear-shaped with your furnace in the middle of winter. Alex Williams, a partner
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Getting into the basement By Maggie Calloway
My House Design/Build Team’s Managing Director Graeme Huguet (left) and Project Foreman Bruno Hoglund stand outside a renovated house in Delta. The team at My House Design were responsible for all facets of this amazing renovation. Rob Newell photo
A major reno doesn’t have to be scary A 40-year-old home in Delta gets an amazing renovation from the My House Design/ Build Team. By Maggie Calloway This couple bought the house with the intention of renovating right from the start. They had lived in the area and wanted to stay, and their kids had left the nest but live down the street with the grandchildren. They felt comfortable in
the neighbourhood; they fit in. So what to do? What is the next step? Enter the brilliant My House Design/Build Team, who transformed this 40-year-old Lindal Cedar Home with sympathetic grace and made it into a home the owners will stay in for the rest of their days. Like many people, this couple bought the house because they were attracted to the neighbourhood, the mature trees in the backyard and the high cedar ceilings in the house. But the reality was the house just didn’t work for the way we live today. Forty years ago, design was much different; we didn’t have great rooms and open plan living.
Rooms were smaller, with assigned uses and closed-off with walls. The bones of this house were great but it needed a fresh breath of air. My House Design was contracted in the summer of 2010 and started the design process, applied for variance, and permits. They started construction the winter of the same year. Because this was a total renovation, the couple moved into an apartment for the duration. “We did the roofing prior to the weather getting bad then spent the rest of the winter working on the interior,” says Graeme Huguet, Managing Director of My House Design.
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Lurking under your home is something you would love to put out of your mind but you know you have to deal with it. Your damp crawlspace or basement is calling you. The problem is while you are ignoring this space, unpleasant things could be going on. The Lower Mainland is a rain forest, and as beautiful as it is, if we do not control moisture in this space, nasty things like mold thriving and spreading by producing millions of airborne spores could be at work. Frightening rot and decay occur in damp environments, which could cause structural damage if left unchecked. The natural airflow in a house is from bottom to top, so moist air and other nasties are sucked up into the living areas, which could create a very unhealthy environment for people and pets. But there are some steps you can take to make this a nice, clean, spore-free environment. Rob Currie at Basement Systems Vancouver Inc. is passionate about basements and crawlspaces and the difference a well-sealed, moisture-free space can make to your health. “The best way to correct crawlspace problems is to
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My House Design/Build a one-stop-shop for all your renovation needs “ from page.1 “It was very important to this couple that the newly designed home work not just for themselves but work when the kids and grandkids come over, which they do all the time. This is a close-knit family.” First the team upgraded the plant. The original heating system was electric, which was changed over to forced air along with a heat pump. This allowed the family to have heat and air conditioning efficiently at low cost. Energy-efficient gas fireplaces were installed and a lot of care was taken to include build-green concepts into the home. The ceiling was insulated from the top by taking off the existing roof, insulated using foam which created a higher R value, and then a new roof was installed. This kept the interior cedar ceiling, which first attracted the home owners to the house, intact. Removing the roof allowed the team to install pot lighting, which had a huge impact on the finished space. “We changed all the windows and doors; they are all high-efficiency, EnergyStar rated. All the windows have a type of glass which keeps the heat inside in the winter and the heat out in the summer,” Huguet says. “We added energy-efficient skylights to add more light. Because we took everything down to the studs, we were able to insulate all the walls and insulate the crawlspace. The hot water is an on-demand system which is also very efficient.” An addition was added to the front of the house to give more space to the great room and the ability to create a covered entranceway but care was taken to make it seamless. This addition is only six feet long but really made a difference to both the great room and the look of the exterior. There are three bedrooms upstairs; the
house is a split level, with an en-suite for the master and a walk-in closet. Downstairs there is a room which could be a bedroom but is used as a hair salon, a laundry room and another full bathroom. The gem of the downstairs is a wonderful family room/media room with a fireplace, a library area and a big television. “Before we start any renovation, including this one, we do a full energy audit to show the homeowner where they are losing energy,” says Huguet. “Another reason is we want the homeowners to qualify for both federal and provincial grants. Once the renovation is complete we do another audit which will show the difference in efficiency. This client received $3,000 in grant incentives.” My House Design is pretty well one-stop-shopping; 85 per cent of every project is done in-house from design to permits to build to interior design. There is a great advantage to this, as all of the colleagues are constantly in touch with each other regarding ordering materials, scheduling and the multitude of details which go into what is a complicated process. There are no delays waiting for an outside trade to complete their part of the build. The before and after photos show what an amazing home was created for this wonderful family; a home they will certainly enjoy for many years to come.
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Furnace safety important “ from page.1 with his brother in A.D.W. Mainland Heat & Air Conditioning, is an expert on heating and cooling. Twenty-seven years of experience means there is not a lot Williams doesn’t know. The first step depends on how old your furnace is. If it’s less than 10 years old, “(you) can take a chance and turn the furnace on because they have a lot of the newer technology and they don’t use much service,” Williams says. “If the furnace is over 10 years old (you) should get a licensed gas fitter to come in for a full service check.” He says they should check several things before giving you the go-ahead. “They should check the heat exchanger, the motor, the amperage draw, a clocking to make sure it’s burning correctly and they should test with a monometer to see if the pressure going to the burner is correct,” Williams says. “The biggest thing is to check for cracks in the heat exchanger because over time metal expands and contracts with heat and eventually it breaks.” The biggest problem with a cracked heat
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Paint now under new manufacturing regulations By Maggie Calloway I checked in with Kevin Skelly of Cloverdale Paint to ask what’s new in paint and ended up with a tutorial on the new regulations governing the manufacture of paint. Normally we, the consumer, wouldn’t necessarily be aware of new regulations but this time the information is important, so mega thanks to Kevin! The technology of paint has come a very long way. In 2010 the federal government, in conjunction with the Canadian Paint Coating Association, came out with regulations restricting the VOC (volatile organic compounds) levels in paint. They divided paint into 53 different categories and set VOC limits for each of the categories. “The two common ones the homeowner would recognize are the flat and non-flat paint,” Skelly says. “The legislation doesn’t care if its latex or oil-based paint; it just says for flat paints the limit is 150 grams per litre and for non-flat paint, eggshell, semi-gloss and
gloss, the limit is 250 grams per litre. What this means is, as of this month ... manufacturers cannot make any new paint product which does not meet these new standards, although the retailers can sell this paint until they run out.” Skelly says that this shouldn’t really affect homeowners. “This would mostly affect your painting contractor if you are in the middle of, or planning, a renovation as they traditionally used alkyd paint which no longer meets the federal standard. The beauty of alkyd paint was its ability to cover in one coat, so the painting contractors will have to radically change the way they do business,” he says. “Manufacturers like ourselves have formulated new paint which does a great job while adhering to the new regulations. For the homeowner this means paint with great durability while still having low VOC,” Skelly continues. All this is great news for those of us concerned about the air quality in our homes. Ever wonder how the fashion designers, car companies, paint companies and interior designers come up with their colour palette for the coming seasons? Wonder no more. “I have been following colour trends through a group called The Colour Marketing Group,” says Skelly. “This is a group of hundreds of professionals from many different professions who all need to get the colour forecast right. A
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Some new doors can do wonders in your old kitchen By Maggie Calloway Your kitchen is looking a little worn around the edges and as much as you would like to gut the whole room, it just isn’t in the budget right now. So what can you do? A gallon of paint can do absolute wonders, and have a good look at your cabinet doors. If they are salvageable, take them off, remove the hardware, sand and paint. You will be amazed what a difference it will make to the whole kitchen. If the hardware is dated change it to something sleek and modern. If the upper cabinet doors are beyond saving, think about just changing the doors or, if it suits your personal taste, leave the doors off for a more country look. Be careful what you display; no one wants to see your cereal boxes, but dishes look great. I removed all the upper cabinets from one wall of my kitchen and installed open steel shelves. All my plates, casserole dishes and cereal bowls live there. I love the look and the convenience of just reaching up for whatever I need. I have a laundry room off my kitchen which is too large a room to hold just a washing machine and hot water heater, so I installed rows of shelves around three sides of the room and created a pantry. One shelf holds appliances like my KitchenAid mixer
and two different sizes of crockpots, which gets them off the counter. While I am talking about counters, be ruthless about removing “stuff.” Clearing off the counters will make a huge difference in how the whole kitchen looks. If your budget stretches to a new floor, here is where you can make a great change. A fresh floor looks terrific. Again, if budget is an issue, look into peel-and-stick tiles. When the time comes to start from scratch and gut the whole kitchen, think about how you have been using your current kitchen. Write down what worked and what didn’t. Think about deep drawers for pots and pans rather than shelves and, if a separate pantry isn’t possible, where you are going to store food and supplies. The kitchen is the one room you need to get right; it really is the heart of the home and the most expensive to build so mistakes are not easily fixed.
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Head off drippy gutters before the Lower Mainland rain hits By Maggie Calloway As we enjoy the last of the summer weather, we know what’s coming around the corner. The price we pay for living in this beautiful, lush, green paradise is ... rain, rain and more rain. And, all too often the mechanism to handle this deluge, our house gutters, is just not up to the job. Now is the time to do an inspection of the state of your gutters, clean them of debris, and make the necessary repairs. If your patch jobs of years past are starting to fail, it is probably time to bite the bullet and install new ones. If you are unsure about where your leaks are, clean the gutter. Then, with the help of a spotter, flood the gutter with water. All the trouble spots will be apparent and easy to mark. To repair, dry each area completely, then dip a paintbrush into a can of roofing cement and apply a very thin layer to the leaking area. To further enforce the repair, cut a piece of metal flashing, which should be the same type of metal as the gutter to avoid corrosion, and press into the cement. It is important you then cover the metal with a further application of roofing cement, then spread out the cement to level the patch. Otherwise, your repair will impede the flow of water. Something else to keep in mind is to make sure you do your repairs when the weather forecast is for sunny weather, as your repairs need time to dry before being hit by rain. Shell Busey has some wisdom on caring for our gutters and downspouts. “Almost everyone, when dealing with gutters, gets out the ladder, leans it up against the aluminum gutter, putting both the weight of the ladder and their weight on the gutter. Now you have an aluminum ladder pressed against an aluminum gutter, which could act like greased lighting,” Busey says. “The best, and safest, way is to use ladder stand-offs
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Add hits of colour to brighten up a dark room Creating a cozy living space isn’t hard, if you have the right accents. By Maggie Calloway My home is predominantly white. White walls, white painted floors, white slip covers. The texture is in the knobby weave of the sea grass rugs and the heavy old oak dining table. The shots of colour are in the art and the dust jackets of books on the shelves of the built-in bookshelves. I love this style; it fits my personality. I hate clutter, as it makes me feel unsettled; I don’t go in for things that require dusting. Mention the word tchotchke and I freeze in place. I immediately pass on magazines as soon as I finish reading them and my clothes take up about four feet of closet space ... for both winter and summer. I somehow escaped the sentimentality gene, so I have no piles of old birthday and Christmas cards and as soon as I realize I haven’t worn or used an item I donate it. You get the picture. But the grey, damp and cold days of winter are approaching. The firewood is waiting in the shed to feed the wood stove, and the house needs a hit of cozy. It’s time to discover the best way to warm up your home without adding to the heating bill and bankrupting yourself in the process. There are very easy and frugal ways to warm up a home. Perhaps changing the covers on the sofa throw cushions to a warm red and pulling out a couple of throws to toss over the back of the sofas. Flowers for the living room and dining table can change from white to reds and oranges. Drapes, which have been taken down and cleaned over the summer, can go back up to be drawn against winter nights.
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Botanus your one-stop-shop for all your planting needs By Maggie Calloway Planting bulbs in the fall, when thoughts are still on family barbeques and the beach, is a perfect example of delayed gratification. It’s the gardening equivalent of giving yourself a secret hug. Then, when you despair of the seemingly endless grey rainy days of spring, nature does her magic and produces a wondrous array of colour. Suddenly, all is right with the world. In Metro Vancouver, we are blessed with the most amazing online company specializing in not just the most stunning choice of bulbs but a bred-to-thebone commitment to personalized service. Botanus was started in 1999 by partners Elke Wehinger and Pamela Dangelmaier. Wehinger and Dangelmaier purchased a mailing list from a bulb grower in Abbotsford who was going out of business. They made the decision at the beginning to focus on the website and brochure as sales tools. Their decision allowed them to concentrate on what they do best without the overhead of running a brickand-mortar outlet plus the benefit of passing the savings onto the customer. The mailing list has grown to 25,000 with clients across the country. A third colleague, Wendy Leroux, soon joined the company, with the title of Customer Care Manager. “In a country like ours with hundreds, if not thousands, of climate zones, there is not a one-size-fits-all planting guide,” says Dangelmaier. “This is where our personal service pays off for the client. We are slaves to the Weather Channel and are constantly checking local weather forecasts so we can ship bulbs as close as possible to when each individual client should plant. Nobody wins when bulbs arrive when the ground is frozen solid.” The Botanus website is a treasure trove of not just bulbs but also complete information on every flower. No matter if you are an experienced gardener or a novice, you will feel confident of success. For more information, visit www.botanus.com.
Wendy Leroux, left, Elke Wehinger and Pamela Dangelmaier at Botanus are ready and waiting to help you with all your spring bulb needs. With a wide range of beautiful flowers, your garden will be spectacular come spring. Submitted photos
Nursery has some tips for the perfect spring garden The best time to plant is in the fall, says Rylan van der Pauw of Triple Tree Nursery in Maple Ridge. By Maggie Calloway Every spring, as soon as the weather starts to warm up, there is a rush to the local plant nursery to buy just the right tree or shrub. The rest of the spring, summer and early fall the homeowner is a captive to watering duty in order to keep the new plantings alive. The best time to plant is in the fall. The new trees or shrubs get time through the seasons to acclimatize to their new home. The rainy season looks after the daily watering and the roots, which can’t help but be damaged to a certain degree during replanting, can rejuvenate without stress. By the time the hot weather comes, the plants are established
and can more easily handle less care. If you are planning a renovation next year, which would most likely take place during spring, summer and early fall, chances are your garden is going to need some rehabilitation. Why not sit down with a knowledgeable person at your local nursery and make a plan well in advance? Rylan van der Pauw, of Triple Tree Nursery in Maple Ridge, says, “People need to think about trees and shrubs as the bones of the garden. The rest such as perennials, annuals and bulbs can be introduced over the following seasons.” Van der Pauw is certainly willing to give homeowners a few tips. “The perfect scenario would be a homeowner sitting down with us to make a plan personalized to their space, taste and budget well ahead of fall, then we can arrange for the trees and shrubs to be delivered directly to their home from the grower and our people can supervise the proper planting plus the application of suitable nutrients such as bonemeal and transplant liquid,” he says. “The huge advantage is there is less stress on the plant if they don’t have to spend the summer on a nursery lot. We have great built-in irrigation to keep everything fully hydrated but the less a tree is moved the better.” Fall is the perfect time for planting for exactly that reason.
“The very fact of the grower digging a tree from the field damages the finer roots. Now you have a situation where all the foliage has to be hydrated by compromised roots, which can be substantial on a larger tree or shrub,” he continues. “This is the reason planting in the fall is much more desirable because the tree can be greatly assisted by the natural rainfall. (Hydration is) much more difficult (with) surface watering through the summer. With proper handling, planting and support with nutrients, by spring the tree or shrub will have rooted out enough to support themselves.” Renovating your garden is a great opportunity to think about what would you like to attract. Do some research about attracting birds, butterflies and bees to your garden, which will not only enhance your space but contribute to the overall health of the environment.
Rylan van der Pauw of Triple Tree Nursery, top, has a few tips for homeowners looking to do some planting. He recommends installing water features first, and thinking about the trees and shrubs that will make up the bones of the garden. Rob Newell photos
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• The Langley Times • Tuesday, September 27, 2011
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