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Parents camp for school registration Primary French immersion full across the district by R o b e r t M a n g e l s d o r f staff reporter Dozens of parents camped out at local elementary schools Monday night in the hopes of registering their children in kindergarten French immersion programs for fall. Tuesday marked the start of registration for the school district’s programs of choice, including French immersion, Montessori, the district’s Environmental School Project, and Kanaka Creek elementary, which has a year-round calendar. Recent changes to the registration process give priority to students with siblings already enrolled at any school. Siblings were allowed to register for choice programs on Monday. Others had to wait until Tuesday. Erin Mark and her husband Andrew set up camp at 10 a.m. Monday morning in front of Pitt Meadows Elementary School to register their daughter Kayleigh for French immersion. See Registration, p10

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Sudden death RCMP are investigating a homicide in Maple Ridge after a woman’s body was found in a ditch near a cranberry field at the north end of 224th Street on Tuesday. Police taped off the gravel road before Timberline Ranch. Go to mapleridgenews.com for updates.

Dalton presses for new school Tours Ridge recycling depot with Premier Clark by P h i l M e l nychuk staff reporter

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Premier Christy Clark is shown what bin plastics go in at the depot on Monday.

A new school for the crowded Albion area is at the top of the Ministry of Education’s list, says the local Member of the Legislative Assembly. “I have been assured that it’s seen as a priority.” It’s at the top of the ministry’s list of capital

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Albion, Alexander Robinson, and Kanaka Creek elementary schools are each currently over capacity, while Webster’s Corner is currently at 64 per cent of capacity, and Blue Mountain is at 71 per cent. Dalton made his case for the money to build a school on 104th Avenue most recently to Premier Christy Clark, who toured the Ridge Meadows Recycling Depot Monday, followed by lunch with local mayors and the school board. “I did bring forward the issue to the premier as far as the school

goes in the Albion area. No announcements now, but I’ll keep banging the drum – but I’m very hopeful,” Dalton said. Clark toured the depot to mark its 40th anniversary, and had her photo taken with developmentally disabled staff who work there under the supported work program funded by Community Living B.C. The program was almost cancelled last fall, but was extended by another year as the recycling society and CLBC work out a longer arrangement. See Premier, p3

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Peace bond for sexual assault accusation Man told to write letter of apology to victim by M o n i s h a M a r t i n s staff reporter

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Premier Christy Clark helps out at the Ridge Meadows Recycling Depot during a tour on Monday. See slideshow @ mapleridgenews.com.

‘That’s the only way we can beat NDP’ Premier from front Twenty-nine developmentally disabled workers, along with three support workers, were to be laid off last September after Community Living said it wouldn’t renew the contract. The government last month announced a revamp of Community Living, giving families more input, along with a $40-million increase in funding. “Work is what deﬁnes who we are. So it’s just as important for people with developmental disabilities to be able to have that opportunity,” Clark said. She added that those who started recycling in Maple Ridge 40 years ago showed foresight. “Nobody was really thinking of those things. When I grew up in Burnaby, we were not recycling.” Bill Elder, on the recycling society board, is taking a wait-and-see approach on the program’s future. “There were so many things that could have happened rather than say we’re just going to cancel it,” he said. Instead, given that CLBC wanted to kill the program and ﬁnd the workers jobs in the private sector, someone could have found jobs for them, one by one, so it was proven that was possible,” Elder added. “We have a year. I just hope they

see the advantages and we carry on. That’s what we want to see.” With House of Commons in Ottawa resuming this week, Clark gave enthusiastic backing to the Conservatives’ omnibus crime bill (Safe Streets and Communities Act), which increases penalties in a range of areas. “I think we need to be ﬁrmer, tougher on criminals out there.” The roots of crime also need to be addressed, but “there are too many areas of criminality where people are likely to get a slap on the wrist and I think Canadians are getting fed up with it,” Clark said. As for the provision that calls for jailing people who grow more than six marijuana plants for trafﬁcking purposes, Clark said there are some areas where there is a lot of disagreement. She said B.C. is taking a more diplomatic approach than Ontario, which is asking for $1 billion from the federal government to enhance its prison system because of the tougher laws. But she said it hasn’t been determined how those extra costs in B.C. will be covered. She said that her party’s aligning with the right side of the political spectrum is required because the Liberals are a coalition party. “That’s the only way we can we can defeat the NDP.

“So we need to make sure we have a strong relationship with supporters in all different federal parties.” British Columbia is also served better when there’s a good relationship with the prime minister, she added. “The other option is to do what [former NDP premier] Glen Clark did, which was to just ﬁght all the time, which doesn’t get you anywhere.” Asked about the next election in the two ridings Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge-Mission, Clark said Dalton is doing what she used to as MLA – work hard. “There is nobody in the legisla-

ture who is a better constituent MLA than Marc Dalton.” During an election, people will look at their MLA and ask, “’Did you do a good job in serving me? And I think the answer in Marc Dalton’s case will be yes.” Under the Safe Streets and Communities Act, expected to pass by the spring, jail terms will be increased for offences against children as well as the introduction of two new offences. Youth will also be a major focus of the new crime bill: “Speciﬁc deterrence and denunciation” will be added to the principles of sentencing to discourage a particular offender from committing further offences.

As well, the new Safe Streets and Communities Act will: • expand the definition of “violent offence” to include behaviour that endangers the life or safety of others, even if no one was hurt, thus making it easier to jail youth; • allow jail sentences, where appropriate, on youth who have a pattern of findings of guilt or nonjudicial sanctions; • require the Crown to consider seeking adult sentences for youth convicted of the most serious violent crimes (murder, attempted murder, manslaughter, aggravated sexual assault) – provinces and territories would maintain the discretion to set the age at which this requirement would apply; • require the courts to consider lifting the publication ban on the names of young offenders convicted of “violent offences,” when youth sentences are given; • require police to keep records when informal (non-court) measures are used in order to make it easier to identify patterns of re-offending; • ensure that all young offenders under 18 who are given a custodial sentence will serve it in a youth facility.

The courts have imposed a peace bond on a man accused of sexually assaulting a teenage girl two years ago in Maple Ridge. Ryan Adam Noseworthy will be bound by conditions for the next 12 months that include having no contact with his 14-year-old victim and being monitoring by health care professionals. He will also have to write a letter of apology to the victim. Police allege Noseworthy, 36, assaulted the young girl in April 2010. He was originally charged with sexual assault and sexual interference. Noseworthy said he was intoxicated at time of the assault and not taking prescribed medication for an anxiety disorder. After the charges were laid, Noseworthy entered a residential treatment program and is now being treated for his anxiety disorder. He continues to attend Alcoholics Anonymous.

“I don’t think you are a sexual offender or criminal.” Judge Pedro De Couto Judge Pedro De Couto accepted the assault was a “one time occurrence.” “I don’t think you are a sexual offender or criminal,” De Couto told Noseworthy before placing him on a peace bond last week. “If during the 12 months you are charged with anything, you will be breaching the court order. It is all up to you. This will be hanging over your head.” Section 810 peace bonds are preventative court orders requiring an individual to agree to speciﬁc conditions to keep the peace.

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Pratt gets out again in May by M o n i s h a M a r t i n s staff reporter The young man who dragged a Maple Ridge gas station attendant to his death will be out of prison again in May, despite twice violating previous parole conditions upon previous releases. Darnell Darcy Pratt gets out of the maximum-security Kent Institution in May, just six months after breaching curfew after being released late last year. Doug De Patie, whose 24-year-old son Grant was killed by Pratt in 2005, learned about his new statutory release date, which is mandatory under Canadian law, on Monday. “They just ﬁnd new forgiveness for him,” said De Patie.

“He doesn’t have to earn a single thing to earn his way to freedom. He is forced upon us regardless of his condition.” By law, most federal inmates are automatically released after serving two-thirds of their sentence. Pratt’s sentence ofﬁcially ends July 12. Pratt was just 16 in March 2005, when he struck Grant De Patie in a stolen car while ﬂeeing an Esso station on Dewdney Trunk Road in Maple Ridge without paying for gas. Pratt has been released into the community twice so far and violated parole conditions within days on both occasions. The 22-year-old failed to return to Victoria halfway house he was staying at two days after his last statutory release

in November. Police issued a Canada-wide warrant for his arrest and he surrendered himself to police after two weeks. Pratt was ﬁrst granted statutory release in June 2010, but violated curfew just two days after he was paroled to a Kamloops halfway house. Originally charged with second-degree murder, Pratt pleaded guilty to manslaughter and was sentenced in May 2006 as an adult to nine years minus time served, for a total of seven years and three months in prison. In April 2007, the B.C. Court of Appeal reduced the nine-year sentence to seven years, making the sentence, after credit for time served, ﬁve years and 10 months.

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No means maybe? “No tilt-up warehouse-type shopping centres” on that Albion flats, has been Maple Ridge Mayor Ernie Daykin’s battle cry for a few years now. Yes, he realizes that many people want more shopping to come to the District of Maple Ridge, perhaps second only to Mission for its rural rusticness. No, Maple Ridge’s character will not be sold out. Coyotes, evergreens and salmon will continue to be a part of the district’s character. Council’s decision to allow a private application to remove land from the west side of 105th Avenue at Lougheed Highway for development is really testing the resolve and goodwill of the Agricultural Land Commission. Councillors say they had an obligation to the community to approve that application, essentially giving land owners carte blanche to put forward any proposal they want. The fact one of the major landholders on the west side has partnered with Genstar Dev. further adds to the confusion and concern. Council has said repeatedly it wouldn’t consider removing land from the ALR for suburbs. Yet Genstar, if anything, is a suburb specialist. Its website shows no commercial developments. Are more homes in the boggy, floodplain of Albion flats what council has in mind? Then why the blank cheque given to the two landowners by allowing these applications? And how will the commission itself react to such an application. The commission has spent several hours doing an in-depth of the district’s plan for developing all of Albion flats and said in simple terms – no development on the west side. Keep that for farming it said. And what did the District of Maple Ridge do? Exactly the opposite. It should have heeded the land commission’s advice, as the mayor said he would in December. Instead, two months later, a reversal, a contradiction. The east side of 105th Avenue may not offer a development of a scope that the west side would allow. But council has just heard from the ALC rejecting the option. What part of ‘no’ doesn’t it understand? Council’s decision has again dazed and confused debate about the Albion flats and will prolong yet again any resolution of this divisive, long-simmering issue. – The News Tell us what you think @ www.mapleridgenews.com

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B.C. teachers skip math homework VICTORIA – Teachers in parts of B.C. wore black on Friday to mark the 10th anniversary of legislation that their union insists “stripped” its “right” to control stafﬁng levels in public schools. This crucial management tool was B.C. Views abruptly taken back Tom Fletcher in 2002 by the B.C. Liberal government’s huge majority. Too abruptly, according to a B.C. Supreme Court judge last year. The court decision stemmed from a landmark Supreme Court of Canada ruling that led to $80 million in compensation for contract-breaking in the B.C. health care support sector at around the same time. In the B.C. Teachers’ Federation case, the judge gave the provincial government a year to consult and come up with a replacement to the offending legislation, which will then cease to be in effect. That year is running out, with no more progress being made than the talks to replace the BCTF’s expired union contract. The pattern of all this is drearily familiar. The B.C. government has already tabled legislation to wrest control of teacher discipline away from the union, after an outside expert found that a convicted drug dealer and a sex offender had managed to get their teaching credentials restored. After the legislature resumes sitting, conﬂict-weary parents can expect to

hear of new legislation to address the class size and special needs support issue. And there will likely also be an imposed contract, with the two-year “net zero” wage mandate that has already been accepted by most other government unions. After months of fruitless meetings, political posturing and work-to-rule action, the BCTF finally tabled a revised contract offer last week, typically by staging a news conference in Vancouver before sharing the offer with the government’s bargaining agent. It called for wage increases of three, six and six per cent, plus benefit improvements that tinkered with the breathtakingly extravagant demands the union tabled last year. The BCTF estimated the package would cost a mere $300 million in the first year. “Show your work,” my math teachers used to tell me. But the BCTF didn’t show its calculations. Union officials dismissed the B.C. Public School Employers’ Association’s $2 billion cost estimate of the teachers’ initial demands as “enormously inflated,” but didn’t show how or by how much. BCPSEA crunched what numbers the union gave it in the new proposal, and came up with a first-year cost of nearly $500 million. The BCTF, again to the media rather than at the bargaining table, allowed that its total package would cost $565 million. Again, no calculations were produced. BCPSEA estimates the union’s proposal would cost an additional $880 million over three years. And that’s not

counting the union’s demand for $300 million a year to reduce class sizes and increase special needs support staff. Teachers are still being compensated under the ﬁnal terms of a contract that provided 16 per cent in wage increases over ﬁve years, in the midst of a harsh recession. And here’s a fun math fact: with percentage wage increases, three plus six plus six doesn’t equal 15. It’s closer to 16, because later raises are calculated on a larger base.

“And here’s a fun math fact: with percentage wage increases, three plus six plus six doesn’t equal 15.” So on wages alone, the BCTF wants the same in three years that it just got in five, at a time when private sector unions take layoffs and wage cuts, and the province is billions in the red. The president of the Langley Teachers’ Association went on CKNW radio and succinctly summed up the BCTF’s position. Raise income taxes across the board. Gordon Campbell cut everyone’s taxes by 25 per cent in 2001, and cut education to pay for it. They’re still fighting the 2005 election. Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com (tfletcher@blackpress.ca).

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online comments Why drop out? Braden Nakonechny · Garibaldi Secondary School: Re: THSS, different by design (mapleridgenews.com). Let’s get the real stats, Thomas Haney has the greatest drop out rate by local high schools by Grade 10, so I hear, why is that?

Own pace Megan Gager · Simon Fraser: Re: THSS, different by design (mapleridgenews.com). I had great success at THSS. While it is not the best fit for all learners, it allows others to thrive in the self-paced, open environment. I feel comfortable admitting that I was one of the students who was not able to graduate on time, with my ‘class’. If I had been at a traditional high school, I would have failed Grade 9, which would have been devastating in an already difficult time in my life. Instead, Thomas Haney allowed me to continue with my work at the speed I was able to. By taking an extra six months to graduate (I guess you could call it Grade 13), I was able to raise my grades, better understand what I was learning, and have more opportunities by taking more courses. My experiences at Thomas Haney, with the amazing support I got from my TA, helped me later in university and in life.

Our youth are lost, misguided EDITOR, THE NEWS:

Re: Westview secondary is not a bad school (Letters, Jan. 25). Mariah Grasby, I do not think you “understand” to any measure how I may be feeling, and I do not think you know the ins-and-outs of Westview secondary better than I do, considering I was a student there for most of my high school education and you attended Garibaldi secondary. You tell me I cannot take one, or a few, instances of ecstasy use and call it a problem. Ms. Grasby, I don’t need to have an example of ecstasy use to call it a problem. If you had read the article to which I made my comment, you would have seen that because of this drug, there have been suspensions, deaths, and evidence of sexual exploitation in Maple Ridge. Do you not consider this a problem? I am confused as to why you say that lost, misguided teenagers “[are] not a problem of Maple Ridge,” but common issues. Are you saying that because it is common we should avoid addressing it when it occurs? I grew up in Maple Ridge, and currently, the state of our youth is extremely lost and misguided. I will acknowledge that this is common, but I won’t ignore that it is extremely common in this speciﬁc city. I will reiterate that I believe Westview is a bad school. This is my own opinion and I am free to make it. The majority of the faculty at Westview, when I attended, was kind and helpful. Several of the teachers worked very hard to reinstate a sense of importance in a lot of the teenagers that attended. However, it was not always successful. The reason I believe it is not a good school is because there are hundreds of kids who attend Westview who do not care about school, and prefer drinking and doings drugs to furthering their education. Would I want my kids to be surrounded by people like that? No. I do not know why so many of the students are like this at Westview. Perhaps it is a viscous circle. I know that when I attended Westview, the negative inﬂuences of people like that changed me for the worse. It wasn’t until I transferred that I started to get my life back on track. I’m glad that you had such a nice experience attending Garibaldi and that even though there were issues, positivity prevailed. I am especially glad that it does not have a drug problem. Westview does. I truly hope that you never come to a situation like Shannon Raymond’s family did because I don’t believe you can fully handle the reality of this city, its public schools, and this stupid drug. I had to learn at age 15. MARIANNA NAGY MAPLE RIDGE

EDITOR, THE NEWS:

Re: Maple Ridge father demands end to teacher job action (The News, Jan. 27). I was saddened to read that Alan Richards’ experience with his children’s teachers surrounding the current BCTF job action has been so overtly negative. I thought it was important to add balance to his views so that not all School District No. 42 teachers get painted with the same brush. I have three children in SD42 – two in elementary school and one in high school. I can honestly say that my own experience with their teachers has been completely the opposite of Mr. Richards’ experiences. I went into this new school year with a bit of trepidation, wondering, like many other local parents, if my kids’ educations were going to be compromised because of the BCTF job action. However, I have had nothing but positive interactions with all of my children’s teachers this year. True, they have yet to receive official report cards. However, I have found that communication between their teachers and us, as parents, has far exceeded the levels of communication we have ever experienced with any teachers in our entire 10 years in this school system. They may not be “officially” reporting my kids’ marks to administration and the government, but every single one of them has kept me and my husband in the loop the whole year with everything from their marks to whether they are meeting certain milestones and to how they are relating to their peers. I get regular email updates from a number of them (which, by the way, were initiated by them, not me) and I always get quick responses to email inquiries that I make. In lieu of official report cards, I received for my two elementary children detailed reports written by their teachers directly to us, and which covered everything that an official report card would have covered. The only elements missing were attendance records and the principals’ signatures. A number of my high school child’s teachers provided similar reports, and those who didn’t have been eager and willing to answer my questions when I’ve asked them. I know exactly how all three of them are doing, whether and when they miss assignments or neglect homework, and whether they are on track for finishing the 2011/2012 school year well. I understand that it is frustrating for most parents not to receive official report cards, especially those with senior students whose academic futures may be impeded as a result. Fortunately, none of my children are yet old enough to be in jeopardy of missing out on university application deadlines because they lack complete transcripts. I do hope that this does not remain the case much longer. And while I agree with Mr. Richards, at least on the point that BCTF members may be prudent to

give a little on some of the demands they’ve made, I also recognize that the government has, unfortunately, taken away nearly every single potential bargaining tool that teachers have to negotiate wages, working conditions and ideal learning environments for students. The government does not play fair because it does not have to. It simply passes laws and sits back and waits until the teachers give up because there is nothing left to bargain with, and because most, unlike some of the teachers Mr. Richards has crossed paths with, are too human, too professional, and have too much integrity to force children to suffer so that they can get their way. As far as I can see, teachers are not using my kids as “pawns,” as Mr. Richards has suggested. My children are still playing school sports, still doing school plays, still going to dances, still participating in school clubs and extra-curricular activities, still getting homework help (even after regular school hours), and still not getting away with letting school work slide despite of teachers’ job action. I, for one, am very grateful to my kids’ teachers for this. JENNY SCHWEYER MAPLE RIDGE

History lesson EDITOR, THE NEWS:

Re: Maple Ridge father demands end to teacher job action (The News, Jan. 27). I, for one, sincerely wonder what Alan Richards’ agenda really is with this web page. I too have two kids in the school system and I have had no problem getting updates on the progress of their school year. My wife and I had a meeting with our youngest son’s elementary school teacher as recently as last week. In fact, if you asked my kids, they probably would tell you they have not noticed any change in the school year. Yes, Mr. Richards, we even had a Christmas concert, two of them, in fact. I also find it irresponsible for him to suggest that parents are afraid to speak out as they fear retribution on their kids. Seriously? Do you really believe that, Mr. Richards? Give your head a shake, sir. You do a disservice to all educators to even suggest that. Rather than spending his time creating a sketchy Facebook page as a means of bashing teachers, perhaps he should devote some time to assisting his school PAC with some fundraising. The public school system is vastly underfunded, mostly due to the work of Christy Clark 10 years ago with the introduction of Bills 27 and 28. Premier Clark, in her previous incarnation as the minister of education, single-handedly launched a decade of cutbacks and school closures that continue to haunt our school districts today. That is the real issue, Mr. Richards, so a little history lesson for you today. Put that on your Facebook page. BILL MCWHINNIE PITT MEADOWS

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The District of Maple Ridge invites you to check out the new video section of our website at www.mapleridge.ca. On the home page scroll down to the ‘Video’ box on the bottom left hand corner of the page and you will have access to Council meetings, Committee of the Whole meetings and Public Hearings.

Monday, February 6 9:00 am Council Workshop, Blaney Room 1:00 pm Committee of the Whole, Council Chambers

The video service allows you to view the meetings in their entirety, or you have the ability to move through the agenda to speciﬁc items that are of particular interest to you with a click of the mouse. If you want to get a run down on the features of this new service, the best video to start with is the Council Meeting of February 24. At the beginning of the meeting Ceri Marlo, Manager of Legislative Services, does a detailed walk through of all the features of the new video service. Ms. Marlo’s demonstration shows how citizens can change views from the video feed to the agenda slides. She also

February 2012 Council Meeting Schedule Mayor and Council encourage everyone to attend these important public meetings. It’s your chance to see how public policy is debated and enacted.

Tuesday, February 14 7:00 pm Council Meeting, Council Chambers Monday, February 20 9:00 am Council Workshop, Blaney Room 1:00 pm Committee of the Whole, Council Chambers shows how you can get the full report that Council has for an item with a click of the mouse. This now gives you full access to all the information so that you can get the level of detail you need to be informed about the business of the District.

Tuesday, February 21 7:00 pm Public Hearing, Council Chambers

Videos are typically posted two to three days after meetings are held. This allows staff the time to link the reports, agenda slides and presentations to the video footage of Council so that you have a complete ‘one stop’ source to review the work of Council. Please contact us at 604-463-5221 if you have any questions about the Council Video Service.

Agendas & Minutes Agendas for these meetings are posted online the Friday before the meeting date. Go to mapleridge.ca, click the link under Mayor & Council on the home page.

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The days are getting longer, the big holiday feasts are behind us and it’s time to get out and get active. The newest Recreation Guide will be released on Thursday, February 23, 2012, with online registration starting Tuesday, February 28, 2012. Walk-in and phone-in registrations start Thursday, March 1, 2012. Programs in this guide are geared towards April, May and June. Maple Ridge has a diversity of programs for all ages and all interests. Our community has a wide range of facilities including some of the best outdoor recreation areas in BC. Combined with the amazing staff and community leaders who lead these programs, you can build a strong body and soul and connect with new friends and neighbours to enjoy Maple Ridge to the fullest.

The Spring Recreation Guide features programs for ﬁtness, youth programs, seniors programs, arts programs and listings of special events that you and your family will enjoy. Look for more details in the Maple Ridge This Month mid-month update on February 15.

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2012 Maple Ridge Heritage Awards Last year the Cottonwood neighbourhood held a community party and unveiled a notice board called “Henk’s Happenings” to honour a beloved community member. The conference and workshops are free and open to all members of the community. To register, please contact Pat Shiratti at pshiratti@mapleridge.ca or 604-467-7342.

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The Community Heritage Commission celebrates annual Heritage Week with the 2012 Maple Ridge Heritage Awards. This event honours and celebrates those whose work has demonstrated excellence in community heritage conservation. The Heritage Walking Tour, completed last year as part of the Downtown Enhancement Project, is just one of the programs that will be recognized as part of this celebration. The 2012 Maple Ridge Heritage Awards will be held at St. Andrew’s Heritage Church Hall located at 22279 116 Avenue (west side of Haney Bypass) on Wednesday, February 22 at 7:30 pm. Reception with refreshments to follow. Entertainment will be provided by the Lava Lights jazz ensemble. For more information, please visit our website www.mapleridge.ca or contact Lisa Zosiak at lzosiak@mapleridge.ca or 604-467-7383.

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Engraved Geoff Lane, who is originally from Hamilton, Ont., but now lives in Maple Ridge, laughs with Jamie Taras (left), the B.C. Lions director of community relations, and quarterback Travis Lulay after they helped him find his mother’s uncle’s name on the Grey Cup. Ken Clarke won the cup as part of the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in 1932. The cup was at the ACT on Sunday as part of a week-long community tour. See slideshow @ mapleridgenews.com.

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Ernie Wesson (left), camped out Monday for his granddaughter Piper, as did Sean Best for his son Justin to register them for the French Immersion program at Pitt Meadows elementary. The line started at 7 a.m. for registration the next morning. Langton and Laity View elementary schools in Maple Ridge, where the school district’s other two primary French immersion programs are located. In all, more than 170 children were registered for primary French immersion in the district, with just 147 spots available for next school year. That’s down from the 170 spaces in French immersion kindergarten the district has this year. “The issue at Pitt Meadows is space,” said Laurie Meston, the school district’s deputy superintendent. “There’s already portables and modular classrooms at school ... we don’t think we can add a class at this point in time.”

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Eric Langton elementary is also at capacity, she said. Meston said the district is looking at ways to better accommodate parents who want French immersion for their children. Some school districts have parents register their child shortly after birth if they want to get into French immersion. Meston said while doing that might not be necessary for Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows, an early registration system would give the district a better estimate of incoming French immersion students. The school district has already looked at adding a fourth primary French immersion program. However, the lack of a suitable school currently prevents that. Meston said the district has looked at Webster’s Corners elementary as possible site, but the school is too small. “The issue is you need

seven or eight classes to run a French immersion program,” she said. “There’s only 11 classrooms in the whole school.” Surrounding elementary schools would be unable to accommodate English students displaced by a French immersion program at Webster’s Corners, she added. The annual rite of lining up overnight may soon be a thing of the past, however. School District No. 42 is currently working to develop an online school registration system that would save parents from having to lineup outside at their catchment school to register their children for kindergarten. District staff have said that system will likely be in place for next year, but how it will be implemented remains unclear. “That system has its own issues, as far as access is concerned,” Meston said. However, the experience did have a silver lining for the Mark family. “We got to get to know a lot of the other parents in Kayleigh’s grade, so that was actually kind of nice,” said Erin Mark.

• Regular kindergarten registration takes place Feb. 6 for students with enrolled siblings, and Feb. 7 to 10 for all other students. For more information about kindergarten registration, visit www.sd42.ca.

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created, than put our most vulnerable population at risk of poverty,” Rice added. “If you want to save money, don’t buy as many (F-35) jets. Don’t build as many prisons.” The government is buying 65 of the stealth ﬁghters, which are already the topic of cost overruns and quality. One possible target of economizing is the CBC. According to Twitter on Monday, four Conservative MPs were trying to completely remove its funding. Kamp though said CBC is currently receiving the most money it’s ever received, but that every government agency is being considered for cutbacks. “I haven’t heard of anybody seriously say it shouldn’t be funded at all.” This session just begun will see the passage in the Senate of the abolition of the long gun registry so hunting riﬂes no longer have to be registered.

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The Maple Ridge Christmas Festival is having its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at 7:00 PM at the Burnett Fellowship Church 20639 123 Ave. Everyone is welcome. The public is invited to attend this meeting and to get involved in this wonderful and fantastic community event.

Armed thief steals cash from Shoppers Cash was stolen Monday evening during an armed robbery at a Maple Ridge store. The theft took place just before 6:30 p.m. at Shoppers Drug Mart in Westgate Centre. Police said a man approached a cashier, produced a weapon and demanded cash. He was given an undisclosed amount of money before he walked out of the store. The man was last seen walking east in a lane north of the store. The suspect is described as a white man in his mid 40s, 5-9, weighing 165 to 180 pounds. He had grey sideburns and was wearing a light green jacket, blue jeans, brown shoes, a black or dark blue toque and sunglasses.

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School break-in Ridge Meadows RCMP are investigating a break and enter to Highland Park Elementary School in Pitt Meadows. The school’s security camera shows the breakin happened around 4:40 a.m. Monday. A classroom window on the north side of the school was smashed and the thieves were

able to reach in and open a door. Police said the school has yet to determine if anything was stolen. A police dog was unable to locate any suspects.

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Teacher job action won’t disrupt exams Principals and vice principals to mark and administer provincial exams by R o b e r t M a n g e l s d o r f staff reporter School principals and vice principals will be pitching in to administer and mark provincial exams, preventing any disruption for students during the ongoing teacher job action. A few hundred students wrote their provincial exams in January, with the bulk of students writing their exams in June. School District No. 42 Director of Human Resources Harry Dhillon said the district is working with the Maple Ridge Teachers’ Union to make sure there is no disruption to students, while adhering to the rules of the job action. “There’s no impact on students,” Dhillon said. “Any student that wants to write a provincial exam can do so.”

In some cases, however, teachers are being called upon to mark tests, but that does not violate the teachers’ job action, said Maple Ridge Teachers’ Association president George Serra. According to a ruling by the B.C. Labour Relations Board, teachers are allowed to mark provincial exams if the school district has made every attempt to utilize management. This past month, just two provincial exams – French Immersion Social Studies 11 and First Nations 12 – required teachers to mark them. “We didn’t have any administrators capable of marking those tests, so we relied on the teachers who taught the classes,” said Dhillon. With the bulk of provincial exams to written in June, both Dhillon and Serra expect more teachers will be called upon to mark the tests. Serra said teachers and district staff have been cooperating to ensure the job action doesn’t disrupt students. An amicable

working relationship with the district has made that easier. “I know that we don’t have a lot of the issues other districts have,” Serra said. “It doesn’t always have to be a ﬁght.”

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Surviving Your Wedding Expenses The average couple will spend between $20,000 and $30,000 on their wedding, a figure that does not include additional expenses such as an engagement ring or honeymoon. For many, that is 50 percent more than they have actually budgeted for the occasion. Underestimating wedding expenses can lead to financial distress even before the marriage has begun. In the not-so-distant past, weddings were largely financed by the bride and her parents. Things are much different now. Most weddings now are paid for by the bride and groom with little contribution from family. Savings Plan Starting to save early is essential. Once you have set the date, begin saving immediately. Even if the wedding won’t be a lavish affair, every wedding has some expenses. - To save, consider curbing recreational spending. Cut dinners out, trips to the movies or non-essential purchases. Place the money you would’ve spent into a wedding account. - Consider having automatic transfers or deposits into an account for forced savings. Many employers can deposit a portion of your paycheck into a separate account. - Eliminate debt right away. It may seem counterproductive, but sometimes you have to spend money to save money. Instead of racking up high interest rate charges on credit card balances, pay down credit cards or other bills you have. Once you are in the clear, you can focus more on saving for the wedding. - If need be, have a long engagement so that you have ample time to save. Setting a Budget Many couples want a dream wedding but do not have the finances to afford a platinum event. But that doesn’t mean they still can’t have a lavish,

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For the record A driver who crashed his truck into Halu Sushi in August 2008 violated conditions of his release from prison by drinking alcohol. A headline on the front page of the Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows News on Jan. 20 for that story was misleading. A hearing for Brian Irving Craig on that matter has been postponed.

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Melvin Mervyn (Aaron Malkin) swings his partner Gertie Pearlman (Sarah Ballard) in a scene from the Hard Times Hit Parade, which played the ACT on Sunday.

Dance marathon Sarah Ballard, playing the part of Gertie Pearlman in Hard Times Hit Parade, a production by The Dusty Flowerpot Cabaret, dreams that she has won a dance marathon, during the performance at the ACT Sunday afternoon. The production, directed by Kat Single-Dain, takes place at a 1930s dance marathon and features the music of Maria in the Shower. After the performance, there was a free Lindy Hop dance lesson.

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f you hear an angelic voice through the walls of the old church hall at St. Luke’s, it most likely belongs to Iris Del Castillo. In the weeks before a competition, the church hall becomes her refuge – an empty space where she practices and belts out songs to ﬁll the room. A seasoned performer who has been competing since she was 15, Del Castillo will be practising hard for the next three evenings, perfecting the songs she will sing on Friday for a panel of celebrity and music industry

judges at Variety’s Got Talent. She’s picked two songs for the contest Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah’ and Note to God, by Jojo. “I still get nervous,” says Del Castillo, 23, who has also performed at the PNE. “But now I know how to deal with it.” Del Castillo snagged a spot in the ﬁnals after a video of her singing Hallelujah garnered the most votes on YouTube. A student at Simon Fraser University, Del Castillo is currently interning at CTV, but still dreams about a career as a singer. She says she’s studying broadcasting as a backup because it’s so hard to crack the music industry. “I love singing, so it’s obviously something I would like to get into full-time.” Del Castillo and Alexandria Maillot, a former Maple Ridge resident, join 11 ﬁ-

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Will be at performing at ACT Songstage Art-pop-torch-folk songstress Hilary Grist is in Maple Ridge next week for a hometown gig. The 30-year-old musician has packed a lot into the past year. She placed fourth in the competitive Peak Performance Project in November and is currently working on two new albums. The ďŹ rst one is a collection of original lullabies and the second is a follow-up album to her debut fulllength oeuvre Imaginings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Lots of creative juices are ďŹ&#x201A;owing at the moment, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s great,â&#x20AC;? says Grist. A graduate of Capilano Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s well-regarded jazz studies program, Grist, who was born in Quesnel and raised in Maple Ridge. Her poignant, free-spirited songs have been adored on campus radio from coast to coast and have been featured on CBC Radio programs such as DNTO, North By Northwest, as well as Lana Gayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ehList on CBC Radio3. Her music has also found eager new listeners south of the border through the iTunes Singer-Songwriter Spotlight in the U.S. Her solo set in Maple Ridge will feature a mixture of old and new material. Grist is hoping to test out a few new songs on some willing ears. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m looking forward to it because it will be the ďŹ rst time in over 10 years that Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve played in Maple Ridge and it will be nice to see my hometown fam-

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Hilary Grist plays the ACT on Tuesday, Feb. 7. ily and friends.â&#x20AC;? Grist recently recorded a performance for CBC Live for Radio 2 with Vancouver bands Mother Mother and Hey Ocean and plays a CBC â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Toque Sessionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; at the broadcasterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Vancouver studios on Thursday, Feb. 2. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Life is busy and full and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m enjoying every new musical experience that comes my way.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;˘ Hilary Grist plays the ACT on Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 7 p.m. Songstage is hosted by musician and songwriter Ivan Boudreau.

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Trumpet soloist makes B.C. debut in Ridge of songs originally written for voice. Gimse is now ﬁrmly established as one of Norway’s leading musicians with a bold and expansive repertoire, including an impressive list of 30 performed piano concertos. He is heavily in demand as both soloist and chamber musician and his vast experience means he is also the accompanist of choice to many of Scandinavia’s ﬁnest artists.

Tine Thing Helseth and Haavard Gimse playing Candlelight Concert Norwegian musician Tine Thing Helseth will make her B.C. debut this week in the quiet, tranquil setting of Westacres in Maple Ridge. In her early 20s, Helseth is already one of the leading trumpet soloists of her generation. She will be accompanied by another talent Norwegian musician – pianist Haavard Gimse. Helseth, 24, started playing the trumpet at age seven and has debuted with orchestras across the world, including the Gavle Symphony, NDR Hannover,

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Tine Thing Helseth is playing Westacres on Saturday. BBC Scottish, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic, Swedish Chamber and Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestras. Helseth has also played recitals at the

Carnegie Hall, New York, in Berlin, Brussels and Luxembourg. She is currently working on an album for EMI Classics titled Storyteller, which is a collection

Showtime The Candlelight Series of the Maple Ridge Music Society features Norwegian trumpetist Tine Thing Helseth with pianist Havard Gimse on Saturday, Feb. 4 at 8 p.m. Tickets: 604-467-3162.

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November 2011 – March 2012 As work continues on the final design and planning for the Ruskin Dam and Powerhouse Upgrade Project, local residents can expect to see an increase in activity in the area as BC Hydro hosts site visits for contractors bidding on the major contracts and engineers complete field investigations and finalize construction methodologies. This fall, BC Hydro and its contractors will be conducting additional geotechnical investigations, some pre-construction activities and a field test to finalize the design and methodology for the seismic upgrade of the right bank (abutment) of the dam. The field test will involve installing a sample section of jet grout columns and seepage cut-off wall that will be used to seal off water leakage around the dam.

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BC Hydro will be relocating a section of the power distribution line along the east side of Wilson Street near the dam. The existing line will be relocated underground on the west side of Wilson Street. This temporary relocation is required for site safety to avoid the risk of any drilling or construction equipment accidently contacting the lines during the ﬁeld tests or project construction. Pending BCUC approval, the project is expected to begin construction early in 2012.

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Thrifty business at Maple Ridge Museum W e often think of recycling as primarily a late 20th Century movement, but it has been in existence for most of human history. What came into play in the post-war era was legislation and implementation of recycling policies. Recycling, as we know now, is processing used materials into new products to prevent waste of potentially useful material. In pre-industrial times, there is evidence of scrap bronze and other metals being collected in Europe and melted down for reuse. For instance, ash from ﬁres used to be collected and later recycled for use in brick making. At the start of the industrial revolution, the demand for scrap materials grew. Both the railway and automobile industries relied on scrap metals in manufacturing.

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Wartime ads promoted food rationing. During wartime, the need for recycling and reusing material became vitally important. A shortage of goods, especially in the Second World War, resulted in massive campaigns to urge citizens to donate metals and ﬁbres to help the war effort. The term “wartime thrift” was coined and lent itself not only to the recycling of metals to be used in the war itself, but also to what households could be doing on the home front; “Canada’s Housesoldiers.” Advertising had a huge impact on the household during the Second World War. “Beyond all ques-

tion, advertisements show us how to lessen daily drudgery, how to economize time, labour and money, how to care for our bodies so that we shall have less illness, less suffering and more strength for doing our daily work,” (Maple Ridge Gazette, July, 1943). Various cookbooks outlining “the old way” versus “the new way” started to emerge: 55 Ways to Save Eggs provided women with ways to make meals with fewer ingredients, but still retain the taste. Cookbooks such as Sugar Saving Recipes and Home Canning Ration Guide followed. Along with cookbooks,

guides came from the Ministry of Agriculture, detailing how to cultivate food from your own garden and how to properly compose of materials afterward. This effort extended beyond food. From quilts to repurposed tools, the Maple Ridge Museum has a collection of handmade objects made from reusing materials from other objects. The most notable, a handmade rake, which has been made by attaching nails to a piece of wood and afﬁxing it to a old broom handle. The handle was braced with heavy wire so the head of the rake would stay in place. Nathaniel Craig used the rake from 1912 to 1940 on Buena Vista Ranch, at 232nd Street, between 134th Avenue and Silver Valley Road. This February, the temporary gallery in the Maple Ridge Museum will be co-curating an exhibition alongside the Ridge Meadows Recycling Society, which is celebrating its 40-year anniversary. The exhibit will discuss thrift to modern day “up-cycling,” showcasing various repurposed tools and the history of the Ridge Meadows Recycling Society through various artifacts and photographs. The exhibit will run until May. And the next time someone calls you thrifty, take it as a compliment. Allison White is curator at Maple Ridge Museum.

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ommunity Calendar lists events in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. Notices are free to local non-profit groups courtesy of The News. Drop off details to 22328 119 Ave., fax to 604-463-4741 or e-mail events@mapleridgenews.com at least a week before the event. Include a contact name and number. (No submissions by phone.) Listings appear as space permits. For guaranteed publication, ask our classified department at 604-467-1122 about non-profit rates. Wednesday, Feb. 1 â&#x20AC;˘ The Pitt Meadows Community Association, in partnership with the Fraser Valley Autism Society, is hosting a local support group for families with autism at No. 202 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 10958 Barnston View Road, Pitt Meadows from 7 to 9 p.m. Meeting is facilitated by Virginia Renaud and aimed at teaching behaviour management and parenting skills that are specific to families dealing with challenging behaviour. First time guests and members of PMCA or FVAS attend free. $2 drop-in fee for non-members. Advanced registration is not required, but RSVP is appreciated. 604-465-5500 Thursday, Feb. 2 â&#x20AC;˘ The Maple Ridge Better Breathers Club will hold its next meeting from noon to 2 p.m. in the Fraser Room of the Maple Ridge Public Library. Guest speaker will be from the Ridge Meadows Hospice Society to talk about its various programs. Everyone welcome. For

more info, call Heidi at 604-466-1633. â&#x20AC;˘ The District Parent Advisory Council will be at Alexander Robinson Elementary School, 11849 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 238B Street, Maple Ridge, from 7 to 9 p.m. David Vandergugten, director of instruction for SD42, will present the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vision for technology and its current use in the classrooms to enhance learning. All parents are welcome. â&#x20AC;˘ The Maple Ridge Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Caregivers Support Group meets from 10 a.m. to noon. This support group for caregivers, family and friends of people with Parkinsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease. For more information please call or email Elinor Verkerk 604-467-2768, jdverkerk@shaw.ca Saturday, Feb. 4 â&#x20AC;˘ The Ridge Meadows Hospice Society is hosting its second annual Evening of Romance Fundraising Dinner. Pasta dinner and desserts by Organic World Catering. 50/50 draw, Heart badge draw and silent auction. Music by Crystal Sounds Mobile DJ Services. Ridge Meadows Seniors Society Centre (12150 224th St., Maple Ridge). Tickets $38, seniors (55+) $30. To purchase tickets or provide a donation for the event, please call 604-463-7722 or email Kristina@ridgemeadowshospice.org. Sunday, Feb. 5 â&#x20AC;˘ The Alouette Field Naturalists travel to Minnekhada for winter birding. Meet at 9:30 a.m. at Harris and Dewdney to carpool. Call

Joan at 604-460-6415 for more information. Tuesday, Feb. 7 â&#x20AC;˘ Bring your friends and spend a relaxing evening at the Maple Ridge Public Library with a must see world film at 6 p.m. This weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s featured film is The Fast Runner (Canada, 2001). Friends of the Library will be selling refreshments during intermission. Admission is free. â&#x20AC;˘ The next Garibaldi Art Club meeting is at 7 p.m. in the Craft Room, third floor, Maple Ridge ACT. Members will be discussing upcoming workshops and plans for the Spring Show which takes place March 24 to April 21 at the Maple Ridge Art Gallery. GAC annual membership is $50, or $40 for seniors. New members welcome. â&#x20AC;˘ St. Patrickâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s School is holding an open house from 9 to 11 a.m. Stop by to find out more about the school, meet the principal and staff and pick up registration forms. For more information, please contact the school office at 604-467-1571.

Evergreen Line Rapid Transit Project Construction Begins with Power Supply Upgrade The installation of new underground BC Hydro power lines will be one of the first in a series of construction activities to take place along the Evergreen Line route to prepare for construction of the tunnel and guideway. Concrete duct bank casings will be installed in an excavated trench and BC Hydro will run power lines through these ducts. The power supply lines are required for construction and for the operation of the Evergreen Line. This work will begin in the coming weeks at following locations: Port Moody , ! "$ &$ & & ! % &$ & !' % &$ & &$! ( ' Coquitlam , & & & $% & ! ! !' ) + $ & ) + , ! ! ! ( ' $! !$& ! &! ! )!! &$ & Construction Bulletins and Traffi $&% !' ! & ( $ $ " $ % & $! & % ) % & & www.evergreenline.gov.bc.ca. For more information contact the Evergreen Line Project Office by telephone at 604 927-4452 or by e-mail at info@evergreenline.gov.bc.ca. You can also follow the project on our Facebook page, or receive pproject j updates via Twitter: @TranBC #evergreenlinebc.

Wednesday, Feb. 8 â&#x20AC;˘ The Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Katzie, Seniors Network presents Keeping Your Aging Parents Health: When and How to Help at the Maple Ridge Public Library from 7 to 9 p.m. Learn how you can help your parents stay healthy mentally and physically as they age. Free event. Please register at 604-786 7404 or e-mail htreleaven@shaw.ca.

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BC Hydro contractors will conduct maintenance on the tower crane being used for the Stave Falls Spillway Gates Reliability Project. We apologize for the inconvenience this work may cause and will complete the work as safely and efďŹ ciently as possible. If the work is completed earlier than scheduled, the dam crossing will revert to two-lane trafďŹ c. Hayward Street over the Ruskin Dam will remain open during this work. For more information visit bchydro.com/spillwaygates, call BC Hydro Stakeholder Engagement at 604 623 4472/1 866 647 3343, email stakeholderengagement@bchydro.com, or follow us on Twitter @bchydro.com.

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by R o b e r t M a n g e l s d o r f staff reporter The Maple Ridge Secondary School Ramblers scored a pair of decisive road wins last weekend, vaulting them to the top of the AAA Abbotsford West senior boys’ basketball division standings. The Ramblers handed WJ Mouat their first loss in league play with a 6852 decision Friday night at home, before hammering the Mennonite Education Institute 62-49 on the road Saturday. “The two league games back-to-back called for incredible discipline and effort from the players,” said head coach Ken Dockendorf. “It is not the statistics that win games, but the determination of all the players.” Maple Ridge took the lead and never looked back Friday night against WJ Mouat. The Ramblers led 28-17 after the first quarter, and were up 45-28 at the half. Maple Ridge was able to maintain their double-digit cushion of WJ Mouat throughout the second half, and were up 61-46 headed into the final quarter. Jacob Durkovich dominated the inside, going to the foul line 14 times. He scored 18 points and had seven rebounds and six recoveries. Max Neumann controlled the game from the outside with 20 points, eight rebounds, and nine recoveries. Pavel Niemirski scored 13 points and had four recoveries. In the Ramblers second league game of the weekend, the team travelled to Abbotsford to take on MEI, beating them 62-49. See Ramblers, p27

Wesley McLeod makes 27 saves for Ridge Meadows’ first shut-out of the season by R o b e r t M a n g e l s d o r f staff reporter

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Ring it Maple Ridge’s Sidney Crowe (on left) of the O’go PoCo U-12 ringette team skates around a member of the North West Vancouver Thunderbolts at Pitt Meadows Arena on Sunday. O’go PoCo beat the Thunderbolts 8-6.

LeBlanc, Team Canada, qualify for 2012 Olympics by R o b e r t M a n g e l s d o r f staff reporter Maple Ridge’s Karina LeBlanc helped back stop Team Canada to a berth in the 2012 London Summer Olympics with a 3-1 win over Mexico at the CONCACAF women’s soccer qualifier tournament in Vancouver on Friday. LeBlanc was in net for Canada as the national women’s team advanced to Sunday’s tournament final against the United States, ensuring them of a place at the Olympic games. Burnaby’s Christine Sinclair opened the scoring for Canada before more than 22,000 fans at B.C. Place Stadium in the 15th minute. Just eight minutes later, Melissa Tancredi scored to put Canada ahead 2-0. LeBlanc had to be sharp in net to deny Mexico on a number of occasions before midfielder Veronica

Perez blasted a volley home to cut the deficit to 2-1 in the 67th minute. Canada had done well to scramble the incoming corner away, but Perez’s blast from just inside the 18-yard-box left LeBlanc with no chance on the play. Sinclair restored Canada’s two-goal lead, how- LeBlanc ever, as she scored her second goal of the game less than 10 minutes later to ensure the win for Canada. Canada opened the CONCACAF tournament on Jan. 19 with a 6-0 win over Haiti, with LeBlanc registering the shutout in net. Canada went on to beat Cuba two days later by a score of 2-0, before downing Costa Rica 5-1 on Jan. 23, again with LeBlanc in net. Team Canada did not fare as well in the tournament final against the United States. With LeBlanc

on the sidelines in favour of Erin McLeod, Team Canada lost 4-0, settling for second place at the tournament. Team Canada’s 4-1 record and silver-medal effort at the tournament was a far cry from the team’s winless, firstround exit from last summer’s Women’s World Cup. Since bringing on coach John Herdman, the team has steadily improved their fortunes. “We’re just a team that will never give up,” Sinclair said after the win against Mexico. “It’s that something John’s brought to this program, just the fight. When we gave up that goal in the second half, I think we would have collapsed. We just kept going and kept battling and got the third goal that closed out the game.” See LeBlanc, p26

Goaltender Wesley McLeod couldn’t be beat Friday night as the Ridge Meadows Flames blanked the Abbotsford Pilots at home 2-0 to register their eighth win of the season. The local junior B hockey team bounced back from a 5-1 loss to the Richmond Sockeyes on Thursday with the shut-out win, that saw McLeod stop all 27 shots he faced. McLeod was named the game’s first star for his performance in net, earning the Flames their first shut-out of the season. The Pilots put plenty of pressure on McLeod early in the game, outshooting the Flames 11-4 in the first period. However, it was Flames’ forward Matt Bissett who struck first, scoring eight and a half minutes into the first period to give the Flames a 1-0 lead. Shane Harle scored early in the second period to put Ridge Meadows up 2-0. Abbotsford was unable to muster any offence in the second and third periods, putting just 16 shots on net. The Pilots pulled goalie Aaron Oakley with less than a minute to play, but were unable to get on the scoreboard. Paul Piluso, Sean Pesut, Dean Gilmore, and Danny Brandys each had assists for the Flames. Bissett and Harle were named the second and third stars, respectively. With the win, the Flames improve their record to eight wins, 27 losses, and one overtime loss. The shutout win came just a day after the Flames lost 5-1 to Richmond on the road. The Sockeyes hold the Pacific International Junior Hockey League’s best record of 31-6, and again showed why they are the class of the league as they outshot the Flames 58-23.

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Pitt Meadows soccer teams raise funds to support Haitian women’s side staff reporter Pitt Meadows soccer players have helped raise more than $3,000 in less than a day to help fund the Haitian women’s soccer team. Members of the U-11 Pitt Meadows Pride girls’ select team and the U-11 Junior Caps select B team went door-to-door to raise the funds, which will be distributed to the Haitian Soccer Association via the Canadian Soccer Association and allocated to the development of youth and women’s programs in Haiti. The 10- and 11-yearolds were inspired by the adversity the Haitian team had to overcome to appear at the CONCACAF Women’s Olympic Qualifiers in

Vancouver following the earthquake that devastated the Caribbean island in January 2010, says their coach Jamie Schwingenschloegl. The Haitian team has little funding, and is in need of the most basic supplies for their team, including first aid kits, and mosquito nets. Supporters of the Haitian team have set up a website where people can donate online to help the impoverished team, at The Haitian team has www.haitiwomenssoccer.com Schwingenschloegl said he was happy to see his players pitch in to help. “It was a fantastic experience for the girls and one that I am cer-

LeBlanc from p25 However, LeBlanc, Sinclair and many of their Team Canada teammates received troubling news on Monday, as the Women’s Professional Soccer league announced it would be canceling

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Campbell named player of the week Maple Ridge’s Allison Campbell tallied 15 points and six steals over four games for the University of Maryland waterpolo team, earning herself top honors as the Women’s Varsity Western Division Player of the Week. Campbell found the back of the cage eight times and chipped in seven assists, six steals and nine drawn kickouts to lead the Terrapins to a 3-1 showing. Contributing at both ends of the pool, Campbell guided the Terps to wins over Marist, No. 14-ranked University of California San Diego Tritons, and Wagner, as well as a hard-fought loss to No. 8-ranked San Diego State. Campbell quarterbacked Maryland’s historic win over the Tritons, assisting on ﬁve of her team’s goals and pulling four steals. The victory marked the program’s ﬁrst over one of the major California programs. She wrapped up the weekend with a teamhigh three goals in the win over Wagner.

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returned from a fourweek layoff to score 13 points for the victors. Seniors Melissa Lambert and Patrice Vandenberg scored eight points each for the Titans. Natasha Akbarizadeh earned player of the game honours for Garibaldi. \Shauna Pearce scored 11 points in the Titans to victory over the RE Mountain Eagles of Langley. Vandenberg was named the player of the game for the Titans, scor-

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OBITUARIES HOSSACK (Wilkinson) Marilyn Yvonne Nov 26, 1952 ~ Jan 23, 2012

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It is with great sadness we announce the passing of a woman who shared her love and care with all the friends, family, and animals in her life. Marilyn was always there to lend a helping hand to a friend who needed it, or a pep talk to get you through the day, she would innately see that you were having a tough time and tried her best to make it better for you, just because she cared. She was the cornerstone of our close knit family, and we will miss her daily. She was predeceased by her father Harold Wilkinson (2009), mother Edythe Wilkinson (1993), and her beloved son Christopher Hossack (1999). She is survived by her supportive and loving husband of nearly 37 years, John; her daughter, Sarah with whom her spirit will live forever; her brothers, Rick (Muriel), Rob (Patty), Craig (Susie Sawyer), and Ken Wilkinson, as well as various nieces, nephews, and cousins that she loved dearly. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday February 4, 1-5pm at Hammond Community Center at 20601 Westfield Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you please donate to the two causes close to Marilyn’s heart, Canuck Place for Kids in Vancouver, or Katie’s Place Animal Shelter in Maple Ridge.

Marilyn we will miss you every day, but we know you are with Chris now. . .

Judy ~ One year ago today you left us to join Moon in a better place. We never had a chance to say Goodbye. I missed our cocktails on your patio last summer (and on mine) and the laughs we had and stories we used to share, and I will miss them again this year. We missed you at Daigen’s birthday party and at Christmas time. Your sports teams did great last year, but you already know that. We just want you to know that not one day goes by that we do not think of you!

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Bring the family! Sizzling Specials at Florida’s Best Beach! New Smyrna Beach, FL. See it all at: www.nsbfla.com/bonjour or call 1-800-214-0166 CANCEL YOUR TIMESHARE. NO Risk Program. STOP Mortgage & Maintenance Payments Today. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Free Consultation. Call Us Now. We Can Help! 1-888-356-5248

We offer a caring, supportive and stimulating environment in which children happily enjoy the freedom to explore and learn at their own pace the realms of numeracy, literacy, geography, science, music and art.

Open House & Registration for September 2012

Every Thursday $8.00/per person

Saturday, Feb. 4th 9am-12pm #7 - 9975 - 272nd St. Tel.: (604) 462-1400

Includes: $5 slot ticket, $15 match play & free lunch (Value $5) etc…

Websters Corner Montessori

Call for reservations:

The schools are 6 minutes apart and you can enrol your child for 2, 3 or 5 days per week programs

Thornhill Corner Montessori

Please visit us at www.montessoricorner.ca

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* Multi_Age * Fully licensed Qualified E.C.E. * Programs included * Math, Science, Dramatic play, Art, Music & Sports Spaces Now Available 604-368-5527

PUDDLE D (Duck) Children’s Ctr Preschool Daycare 21/2 to 5 years Before &/or After school care K ~ 12 years Davie Jones Edith McDermott Highland Park Pitt Meadows Programs included: Arts, Science, Music, Math, Dramatic Play & Sports Fully licensed, Qualiﬁed E.C.E. Caregivers & Teachers Close to major route

604.465.9822

AUTOMOTIVE

BUSINESS AND FINANCE: Seeking a business opportunity or partner? Posting legal notices? Need investors, agents or distributors, this is where you advertise. bcclassified.com

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS to Every Hunter in BC! Advertise in The BC Hunting Regulations Synopsis 2012-2014 publication. Increased circulation 250,000 copies! Tremendous Reach, Two Year Edition! Contact Annemarie at 1 800 661 6335 or hunt@blackpress.ca

EARN EXTRA CASH! - P/T, F/T Immediate Openings For Men & Women. Easy Computer Work, Others Positions Are Available. Can Be Done From Home. No Experience Needed. www.HWC-BC.com HOME BASED BUSINESS We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com

JAVITA COFFEE NEW BUSINESS OPP.

Drink Coffee, $hare & Earn Money! Check Out This Fantastic Opportunity. Sunday, Feb. 5th 1:00-2:00pm Eaglequest Golf Coyote Creek 7778 152nd. St. Surrey

First 25 registrations receive a $50 COFFEE GIFT!

AUTOMOTIVE

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS. Salmon Arm GM on Shuswap Lake in beautiful British Columbia requires Full-Time journeyman Automotive Technicians. Email: mikeg@salmonarmgm.com fax: 1-250-832-5314.

REACH YOUR CUSTOMERS BY

ADVERTISING province-wide with bcclassified.com

Jana 604.789.8149 Susan 778.888.0600

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

CLASS 1 DRIVERS WANTED! Sign bonus $2000 for Owner/op ph: 604-598-3498/fax: 604-598-3497

HIGHWAY TRUCK LOW BED DRIVER

for Dorman Timber Location Harrison Mills, must have a minimum of five years low bedding exp. Hauling various types of logging equipment in the Fraser Valley.

Competitive Wages! E-mail: mikayla. tamihilog@shaw.ca or Fax: 604-796-0318

604-575-5555

PRE-SCHOOLS

Little Explorers Preschool 12145 Laity St. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church • Educational & Nurturing Environment • Qualiﬁed Early Childhood, Montessori and Special Needs Educators • Ages 2-1/2 to 5 years

604-722-2410

Little Explorers Preschool “Where Children Can Learn By Exploring”

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

Star Fleet Trucking HIRING!! DRIVERS, FARMERS, RANCHERS & RETIREES with 2003 or newer 1-Ton duallie, diesel; pickups & 8’box to deliver new travel trailers & fifth wheels from US manufacturers to Canadian dealers. Free IRP plate for your truck and low insurance rates! Prefer commercial Driver’s License. Top Pay! Call Craig 1-877-890-4523 www.starfleettrucking.com

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Saturday, Feb. 11th 9am-12pm 25102 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Tel.: (604) 466-5681

CHILDREN

Little Angel’s Children Centre Open House Every Saturday in February 10am-12pm

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EXPERIENCED PARTS PERSON required for progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses plus moving allowances. Our 26,000ft2 Store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send Resumes to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net.

Be Your Own Boss! Attention Locals! People req. to work from home online. Earn $500$4500+ P/T or F/T. Toll Free 1.877.880.8843 leave mess.

Tulalip Resort Casino Tour Bus

604-466-5773 or 604-463-2078

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

OPEN HOUSE WED, FEB. 8TH 5–7 PM

AIRLINES ARE HIRING- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783 Become a Psychiatric Nursetrain locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements and some regional classroom delivery. Wages start at $30.79/hr to $40.42/hr. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available. Toll-free 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment. Job placement assistance. Funding available. www.iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

HELP WANTED All Sports Minded Individuals!!! $11 - $20/hr!

Like music and a team environment? No experience nec, no telemarketing, 10 openings available. Call Erica at 604-777-2195

An earthmoving company based in Edson Alberta requires a full time Heavy Duty mechanic for field and shop work. We require Cat Dozer/Deere excavator experience. You will work a set schedule for days on and off. Call Lloyd @ 780723-5051

AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. requires a Spray Foam & Paint Applicator. Must have minimum 2 years experience, and must be in good physical health. Great wages, benefits, full insurance package 100% paid by company, savings plan for retirement, profit sharing bonus, long term employment. Wages $33. - $35./hour. Join a winning team. Call 780-846-2231 for appointment or send resume to: Fax 780-846-2241 or email Blaine Ross at blaine@autotanks.ca or Basil Inder at: production@autotanks.ca

MEDICAL TRAINEES needed now! Hospitals & Doctors need well trained staff. No experience needed! Local training & job placement available. Call for more info! 1-888748-4126. TRAIN TO BE AN Apartment/Condominium Manager at home! We have jobs across Canada. Thousands of graduates working. 31 years of success! Government certified. www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-6658339, 604-681-5456.

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FARM WORKERS

FARM WORKERS Pitt Meadows farming company requires seasonal farm workers for blueberry and cranberry farms. Duties will include general farm labor, planting, pruning, fertilizing, weed control and harvesting. Work is physically demanding; handling heavy loads, repetitive tasks and standing for extended periods of time. Work is performed outdoors in cold/damp or hot/dusty conditions. Wages are $9.50 per hour. Work can consist of 50 hours or more over 6 day weeks particularly during harvest. Approx start date: March 15, 2012 Please fax your resume to 604-460-2041 No phone calls please. THREE FARM WORKERS required for Blue Magic Greenhouses in Pitt Meadows. To commence work on the week of April 18. Work is labour intensive. Duties include pruning, planting, weeding, picking & other related duties. Some heavy lifting required. Wages $9.56 per hour. Expected to work 50 hrs per week, 6 days/week. Fax resume by Feb 6. Fax: 604-465-9133

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HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS CHAIR RENTAL

Hair stylist only, Maple Ridge area. Clientele req’d. (604)968-3755

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Nursery labourers required for the upcoming production season. Pruning, weeding of container stock in outdoor conditions. Must be able to lift 50lbs. Hours are Monday thru Saturday, weekly hours are 40 to 60. Must be able to work weekends as required. Starting March 01 and ending November 15. Rate of pay is $9.56 per hour. Apply in person only to Piroche Plants Inc., 20542 McNeil Road, Pitt Meadows. Must be available immediately. No phone calls

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FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY s 0ROVEN 3YSTEM s -OST 2ECOGNIZED .AME IN THE )NDUSTRY s /NGOING 4RAINING AND 3UPPORT s 2APIDLY 'ROWING -ARKET

www.mollymaid.ca

MOLLY MAID currently has a franchise available in Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows. Call or email us today!

Fiona Styant

fstyant@mollymaid.ca

1-800-663-6243

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CARRIERS NEEDED The following routes are now available to deliver the NEWS in Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows 40310311 - Laity St, Lougheed Hwy 41011022 - Bonson Rd, Maple Pl Somerset Dr 41011033 - Callaghan Close, Carter Close, Hoffman Way, Sutton Ave, Thornburn Way 41021051 - Advent Rd, Ford Rd 41011030 - Cobblestone Lane, Fieldstone Walk, Streamstone Walk 41011005 - 118B Ave, 119 Ave, 119B Ave, 193 St, Blakely Rd 40330325 - Beckly St, Chigwell St, Ditton St, Hampton St, Kent St, Lorne Ave, Princess St, Wharf St 40210212 - 128 Ave, 228 St, 228A St, 229 St, 230 St, Barnsdale St 40220263 - 121 Ave, 122 Ave, 216 St, 218 St, Acadia St, Mountainview Cres 40100114 - 218 St, Dover Rd, Laurie Ave, Lougheed Hwy, Wicklow Way 40100112 - 220 St, 221 St, Dewdney Trk Rd, York St 40100121 - 118 Ave, 231B St, 232 St, Dewdney Trk Rd, Slager Ave, Stephens St 40100127 - Acadia St, 220 St, Dewdney Trk Rd, Dover St, Wicklow Way, Eaton Pl 40210226 - 124 B Ave, 125A Ave, 230 St, Abernathy Way 40211910 - 121 Ave, 224 St

If you live on or near one of these routes and you are interested in delivering papers please call circulation @ 604-476-2740 and quote the Route number. brian@mapleridgenews.com

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

NU-WEST Construction Products seeks a key individual to fill the role of Customer Service Representative in our Richmond Branch. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing quotes, orders and ensuring customer satisfaction. We offer a competitive salary to be negotiated, group benefits,and bonus program. Apply by Fax 888.853.5795 or email humanresources@nu-west.ca

EXPERIENCED DRILLERS, Derrickhands, Motorhands and Floorhands. Seeking full rig crews. Paying higher than industry rates and winter bonus. Send resume c/w valid tickets. Fax 780-955-2008; info@tempcodrilling.com Phone 780-955-5537.

PORT HARDY-Available immediately, working Bodyshop Manager. Painter/Bodyman. Competitive pay, benefits and bonuses. Also looking for a Journeyman GM Technician. Send resumes to Attention Cory, klassengm@gmail.com or fax 250949-7440.

Wanted immediately

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

EXPERIENCED BAKER Full time, 40 hour position available. Should have previous knowledge in European style baking. Minimum 3 - 5 years work experience. Start time 3am!! Forward your resume to europebakery@live.de KITCHEN HELPER, NEEDED P/T, 3 days/week to start, 10am-4pm. Exp. necessary. Fax resumes to: 604-944-6304 or email: karl@oldcountrypasta.com

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ALS SAWYER

Required Full-Time for a Truss Manufacturer in Pitt Meadows. Wages commensurate with experience. Beneﬁts after 6 months (Full-Time).

Please fax resume: 604-465-9176 or e-mail: jamie.g@mrtruss.com

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EDUCATION

LEO: Mobile #657-2375, 462-8620

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

604-460-8058 #7 - 20306 Dewdney Trunk, M. Ridge Corner Max Gas Station JASMINE’S RELAXATION TOUCH Pain and stress relief. Tranquil Setting / Comfort studio. M/Ridge 778-888-3866 (9am-9pm) ph or text

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RELAXING SWEDISH MASSAGE A.M. Special 15% off. *Stress Free *European *Private 604.230.4444

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147 FREE ESTIMATES

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HEALTH PRODUCTS

$10 CASH BACK for every pound you lose. Herbal Magic. Lose Weight Guaranteed! Call Herbal Magic now at 1-800-827-8975 for more information. Limited time offer.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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 DROWNING IN DEBTS? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1 877-556-3500. 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

Register for any Sprott-Shaw Community College program between Dec. 1, 2011 - Feb. 29, 2012 and receive up to $1000* towards tuition.

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.

Learn more at sprottshaw.com/gift

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TRAIN TO BE A HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT IN MAPLE RIDGE TODAY! Healthcare Assistants are prepared to work in both healthcare facilities and community agencies. HCA’s provide & maintain the health, safety, independence, comfort & well-being of individuals & families. Train locally for the skills necessary in this rewarding career field.

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877776-1660.

LEGAL SERVICES

Ceiling Restoration: taping & boarding respray, repaint, trowel over, 30 yrs exp. Del 604-505-3826

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AFFORDABLE MOVING Local & Long Distance

$45/Hr

Home Renovations and New Construction Kitchens, Bathrooms, Flooring, Drywall, Garages, Decks & more * 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE* INSURED ~ WCB

Dean 604-834-3076

KITCHEN & BATHROOM RENOVATIONS • Free Estimates • Free Kitchen designs • A+ Rating

From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

604-537-4140

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2 HUNGRY PAINTERS & Power Washing. Low prices. Int/Ext. Man & wife 75 years combined exp. 604.467.2532 twohungrypainters.ca

A-TECH Services 604-230-3539 Running this ad for 8yrs

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

Over 20 year experience COMPLETE HOME RENOVATIONS

Greg 604-818-0165 Completehomerenovations@gmail.com

COMPLETE DRYWALL SERVICE, res/com. Ref’s. Reno’s. Reas. rates. 604-941-8261, cell 778-999-2754.

(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

ELECTRICAL

(#102055) Bonded

Specializing in Renos New Const, (Comm./Res.) Free Estimates

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

ACCOUNTING BOOKKEEPING Qualified, Experienced Staff. ROCKPOINT small bus. support. 604-541-9918, 604-220-6773

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CLEANING SERVICES

“AN EXTRA HAND” Exp. Hardworking, reliable cleaning lady. Reasonable rates Louise 604.467.3665

Ceramic Tiles, Hardwood Laminate Guaranteed work, Free Estimate. Cell 604-618-6401 Marcel.

CALL MAPLE RIDGE:

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GARDENING

LOOKING FOR WORK?

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

ABACUS ROOFING

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Asphalt roofs, Re & Re, Shake conversions *28yrs Exp. - Also Snow plow & Junk Removal

HOME REPAIRS

Prompt Delivery Available

Seven Days a Week

Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd. ✶ Bark Mulch ✶ Lawn & Garden Soil ✶ Drain Grave Lava Rock ✶ River Rock ✶Pea Gravel

(604)465-1311

meadowslandscapesupply.com

Repairs, Maintenance, Renovation Guaranteed work, Free Estimate. Cell: 604-618-6401. Marcel. RETIRED carpenter wants to keep busy. Looking for small carpentry jobs. Will repair or build new. Will also do small plumbing jobs. Call Ken 604-460-7803.

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GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

LANDSCAPING

DUTCH TOUCH

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604-463-3644 604-861-1490

*Appliances *BBQs *Exercise Equip *Cars/Trucks/Trailers *Hotwater Tanks *Furnaces * Restaurant Equipment All FREE pickup!

778-233-4949 T & K Haulaway

RECYCLE-IT! JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly

Shopping made easy.

• Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

HIGH CALIBER CONSTRUCTION • Kit. • Bath • Remodels • Finishing Reno King Since 1972 778-837-0771

604.587.5865

BATHROOM SPECIALISTS, complete renos, tub to counter, from floor to wall, proud BBB Member. Refs. 30 yrs. exp. Call John @ 604-779-4029. www.bcbwreno.ca

JAGUAR LANDSCAPING Lawn & Garden Service. Design, Pruning, Lawns, Cleanups, Comm/Res. (604)462-1369

BELRON RENOVATIONS INC.

Hemlock, Fir & Cedar

HOME RENOVATIONS

Available for Delivery Call for pricing

Decks - Bathrooms - Kitchens Flooring & Tile Work Local Maple Ridge Company

604-465-5193 or 604-465-5197

www.recycleitcanada.ca

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

SAWDUST

www.augustinesoilandmulch.com

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Small Jobs OK

(778)233-1114 Ray

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✶Dump Site Now Open✶

www.caliberwest contracting.com 604.764.9594

RUBBISH REMOVAL

FREE! Scrap Metal Removal...FREE!!!

Landscape Construction Renovations W Maintenance

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Call Chris 604-462-9009

Green Services Ltd

Saving time, money & steps Before you go anyplace else,take a walk through the Classifieds for the best bargains round.

Free Estimates * BBB * WCB * Insured

Spic n’ Span Cleaning Fast and Reliable. $25/hr. 778-318-4716

(604)466-8931 www.sajeplumbing.ca

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Kitchens - Bathrooms New Additions - Flooring Painting - Decks Windows / Doors Stonework - Siding & More

COMMUNITY COLLEGE S i n c e 1 9 0 3

SAJE PLUMBING & HEATING Lic. & Ins. Free quotes. Reas. rates

FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

Making Your Renovations Come True...

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✔ ALL YOUR PLUMBING NEEDS Call Niko Plumbing Ltd. 24/7. Res/Com, plugged drains. h/w tanks. ★15 yrs exp. 604-837-6640

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

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PLUMBING

$36/HOUR. Local lic’d plumber. Big & small jobs. Plumbing, heating, plugged drains, call 604-755-1577

DC ELECTRIC (#37544). Bonded. 24 hr service. We specialize in jobs too small for the big guys! 30 yrs exp. Free est. 604-460-8867.

Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

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778.885.7074 Trent Reisinger

CRIMINAL RECORD?

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

604.466.3600 www.sprottshaw.com

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

AUTOS: To buy or sell your car, truck, RV, van, 4x4 or trailer - this category has it all. You’ll also find automotive supplies and classic cars for sale, or you can list the vehicle you’re seeking.

182 # 101-1125 Nicola Avenue Port Coq. (behind COSTCO)

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DRYWALL

45 Years in the drywall trade. All size jobs boarding, taping, spraying. Big or small. Wayne 778-242-2060

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PERSONAL SERVICES

CONCRETE & PLACING NO JOB TOO SMALL

604-465-8636 John or Tony

• TRUSS BUILDERS • LABOURERS • EXPERIENCED

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Serving Lower Mainland 23 Years! *Prepare *Form *Place *Finish *Granite & Interlocking Block Walls *Stairs *Driveways *Exposed Aggregate *Stamped Concrete. *Interlocking Bricks *Sod Placement -Excellent Ref’s -WCB Insured

Wages depending on experience. Must have Licence. Willing to train. MILLWRIGHT JOURNEYMAN BCTQ certification mandatory. Fulltime opening @ West Coast Reduction Ltd in Vancouver. Competitive wage and benefits. Email resumes to rpretorius@wcrl.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HERFORT CONCRETE

Autobody Detailer & General shop cleanup person.

careersnndmapleridge@shaw.ca

HOME of Your Dreams!

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

11973 ~ 207th St. Maple Ridge.

has immediate openings. Car an asset. Send resume to:

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Meadow Ridge Collision Ltd

MEDICAL/DENTAL Part time and Live-In Care Aides & RN’s.

PERSONAL SERVICES

SBroken Concrete RocksS $22.00 Per Metric Ton SMud Dirt Sod ClayS $22.00 Per metric Ton

GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds $59.00 Per Ton

Meadows Landscape Supply

604-465-1311

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MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555. SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

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TOPSOIL

SCREENED TOPSOIL MUSHROOM MANURE BARK MULCH 604-467-3003

TREE SERVICES A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv. Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping. Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports

Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $

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TREE SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

MISC. FOR SALE

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. 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 SCENTED frangrances. Call for more information. 307-431-6577 Shop Online. www.amyhand.scentsy.us

REAL ESTATE

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FEED & HAY

LOCAL HAY FOR SALE. Good Quality! 60lb bale average. $6/bale. Pitt Meadows. Call 604-505-4087.

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PETS

BEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, vet check $600. (604)796-3026. No Sunday calls BERNESE Mountain Dog Puppies. Vet checked with first shots and ready for new homes. $1,200. 778241-5504. Langley BLUETICK COON HOUND PUPS, born Dec 1st, females only, $350. Call: (604)856-7316 BORDER COLLIE/LAB/shepherd X, black 18 mos old, med/lrg neutered, family friendly dog, loves to play $100 to good home (604)302-5191

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MAPLE RIDGE, 11735-225 St. 1 & 2 bdrm incl heat & h.w. No dogs. 604-467-9420 or 463-6686

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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

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca

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OTHER AREAS

HAWAII ON THE MAINLAND, where healthy low-cost living can be yours. Modern Arenal Maleku Condominiums, 24/7 secured Community, Costa Rica “the most friendly country on earth”! 1-780952-0709; www.CanTico.ca.

RENTALS 615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY Steel Buildings STEEL OF A DEAL - BUILDING SALE! 20X24 $4798. 25X30 $5998. 30X42 $8458. 32X58 $12,960. 40X60 $15,915. 47X80 $20,645. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

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

Steel Building Sale. Inventory Discount Sale. 30x40, 42x80, 100x100 Erection Avail, 40 yr paint. Must Sell, Will Deal. Source# 1O5 866-609-4321

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BUILDING SUPPLIES

HOUSES FOR SALE

604-464-7548 #1 IN RENTALS (Since 1990) Professional Property Management Services for LANDLORDS (Tri City)

P.Meadows Brand New - Solaris Towers. 2 & 3 bdrms, 5 appli’s, nr WCE, shops,parks,schls. Now. NS/NP,refs. Rents Start@ $1250

LAB X PUPPIES, black, 1st shots, dewormed, ready now $300. 604807-9255

P.Moody Newport Village,1bdrm +den condo, Heritage Grand, g/lvl balc, insuite laundry, N/S, $1250. PoCo 2 bdrm 1/2 duplex with 1 bath, laminate in livrm & bdrms. Avail Now. N/S. $1100/mo. P.Moody W. 1Bd 3rd floor apt, Mary St,new kitch/appls,lrg deck 680s/f,greenspace behind. $1000 1 BED suite w/view. Incl. 2 TV’s, w/d, s/s, built-in office. $1095. 778945-4507 BURNABY & COQUITLAM

Spacious 2 & 3 Bdrm T/hses 2 Bdrm Apartments

MALAMUTE WOLF Cross - 10 wks, 1st shots, dewormed. Great temperament. Mostly white. 1 M, 3 Fem. $700 ea. (604)319-8419 Registered Belgian Shepherd Tervuren. Import lines. 1-250-392-5531 dmcyr@wlake.com

With accessible amenities, in safe family oriented communities of Coquitlam, North Burnaby. Market rents from $875 - $1175 for 2 - 3 bdrm units. Pet friendly.

Subsidies available based on gross houseold income.

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BUILDING SUPPLIES

STEEL BUILDINGS FOR ALL USES! Beat the 2012 steel increase. Make an offer on sell-off models at factory and save thousands NOW! Call for FREE Brochure - 1-800668-5111 ext. 170.

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GREENHOUSE FOR LEASE for flowering & bedding plants. Retail and wholesale. Fully computerized and automated system. 2.5 acres incl. greenhouse. Approx. 43,000 covered area. 1.5 acres set up for outside use. City water. High traffic area. 5498 Gladwin Rd., Abbts. Call 604-807-3910 for more info.

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Maple Ridge 22450-121st Street 2 Bedroom Apt $840/mo Attractive modern unit, in a safe, all ages community in beautiful Maple Ridge. Amenities include community gardens, playground, amenity rooms, on site laundry facilities & secure parking in a certified Crime Free Multi Housing complex. Pet friendly (some exceptions apply). The tenant and other occupants must demonstrate they meet eligibility criteria related to income, number of occupants, and other similar criteria. Please note that fully subsidized, or Rent Geared to Income (RGI) units are filled via a waiting list called The BC Housing Central Registry (www.bchousing.org/applicants). No RGI subsidy available at this time.

Call 604-451-6075 to view. Metro Vancouver Housing Corp. MAPLE RIDGE 700sf modern studio/bach 2nd flr apt $560 incl sm kitchen 3pce bath. 604-836-1714

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2004 MERCEDES C230 SEDAN auto, sunroof, 47k, Gold Mist Mica over blk. leather, exc. cond. local, no accid. $12,230 (604)328-1883

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3156 Coast Meridian Road 3 Bedroom Townhouse $1100 Include 1 Free Parking Spot

4 BEDROOMS w/basement on 3 ac. corner lot. 2500 sft. Hugh workshop. $1850/mo. 604-649-8987.

A safe, all ages community in POCO, spacious grounds in a park like setting, close to schools and parks with shopping near by. Great for families - Day Care and After School Care facilities right on site! On site laundry facilities in the apartment building. Pet friendly (some exceptions apply).

MAPLE RIDGE 2 bdrm house with den, near amens, fenced yard, cement patio, dble garage, 4 appls, NS/NP, $1200/mo. Avail now. Call 604-438-0329 after 6 pm. MAPLE RIDGE 3 Bdrm Rancher w/ garage, 1 4pce bath, liv rm, din rm, fam rm, newly reno’d throughout, $1520/mo (604)841-4003

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(604)466-5799 MAPLE RIDGE Sunwood. New top floor Assisted Living Condo.1 Bdrm 1 bath, 24/hr emergency response. $1150/mo. Call 604-970-9510.

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MAPLE RIDGE nr 240/DTR 1 bdrm New Kitchen. N/S N/P. $700/mo util’s incl. March 1 (604)466-3248

3 bedroom 1,100 Square feet house. Completely Rennovated. New Kitchen, flooring and more. Call 604-961-5526 fore more info.

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In ALR, flat land, good drainage, creek. 10 acres in cottonwood trees balance in mixture of pasture and bush. Qualifies for farm taxes. Older barn. Lovely building site for dream home. Drilled well, plentiful excellent water, designated septic field. 5 Minutes to hospital, shopping complex & indoor pool. $1,800,000. Call: (604)534-2748

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1996 NORTEC mobile home, 14x70. Clean and bright, sunken liv. rm., lam. floors, attached room and deck. Must be moved. $42,000. (604)626-4294

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Cairn Terriers: shots/dewormed. Ready to go to good homes. over 20 yrs of referrals. 604-807-5204 or 604-592-5442/604-854-1978

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2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING convertible, silver, 84 k’s. auto. Mags. $6795/obo. (604)826-0519

MAPLE RIDGE, Kanaka. New clean lrg grd lvl 1 bdrm ste. Incl. a/c, ldry, alarm. Nr bus. $750 incl utils, internet & TV. N/S. N/P. Refs req. Avail Feb. 15. 604-868-7288.

2005 Taurus SE sedan , auto. V6, ext. silver, int. gray, 125000 kms, loaded , cloth seats, just air cared, newer tires , Mint condition . Asking $ 5700. Phone 604-465-3762

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1999 CHEVY VENTURE, white, auto, rebuilt trans, head gasket, new brakes, $2495. (604)826-0519 2006 FORD F350 FX4 Diesel Lariat, full load. Leather etc. Over $10,000 in recent repairs- with receipts - Tires, brakes, shocks etc. No acc. $15,900/obo. (778)3224593 or 778-893-4866

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