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Friends of teens killed in crash start FADD Group to educate peers about dangers of drunk drinking

by M o n i s h a M a r t i n s staff reporter The friends of two Maple Ridge teens killed in a head-on collision early Sunday are channelling their grief to spur change by starting a group to educate their peers about drinking and driving.

Connor Schuchard sparked the idea in a Facebook post on Tuesday, two days after Dawson Spencer and Crystal Weaver died in a head-on collision that injured four other teens.

Spencer was driving the a van that police say crossed the centre line and crashed head-on into a Honda Civic, in which Weaver was a passenger.

She would have turned 19 yesterday.

Spencer was 17.

See FADD, p14

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Connor Schuchard and Andy McComb are starting a non-profit group called Friends Against Drunk Drivers after two Maple Ridge teens were killed in a head-on collision early Sunday. Police, however, have not confirmed whether alcohol was a factor in the crash.

Seniors caught in dental squeeze Pulling troublesome teeth cheaper than fixing them

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andy Harnett has lot of choices. Should she buy winter tires, or get her teeth cleaned? Get glasses renewed or go grocery shopping?

Since her husband died in September 2009 and she lost her dental care coverage, Harnett’s trips to the dentist have had to come

second to other pressing needs.

“I don’t want to sound like a bitter widow,” she says, explaining her predicament in a local coffee shop.

“I’m broke as we speak, every month.

“You need a car to get to appointments,” she says, explaining the need for winter tires.

Yet Harnett, at 70, knows she’s better off than many. She’s getting by on a total monthly pension of $1,660.

“I get more than other people get and I know that. But I don’t know how other people manage,”

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adding that some single seniors have to scrape by on $900 a month.

It’s why Harnett is joining in the effort of the Seniors Network to provide some Harnett kind of dental care for those on low incomes, so they can get the basics and not see further deterioration of their health.

Sometimes, scrimping seniors even have their teeth pulled, rather than repaired, to minimize costs.

Harnett did that herself last September.

“I had a tooth extraction because I couldn’t afford the other things.

“That was $211 for one tooth.”

She’d like to go back to get her teeth cleaned at a cost of $130, “but I’m always afraid of the next bill.”

She hopes the government will do something, soon.

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GE Bridge group dead TransLink will increase height of sound barrier, but no more meetings

by M o n i s h a M a r t i n s staff reporter

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A community action group formed last September to address drainage and noise issues related to the Golden Ears Bridge had its last meeting on Thursday. TransLink will no longer meet with affected residents.

TransLink will no longer meet with residents in Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge to deal with noise and drainage issues associated with the Golden Ears Bridge.

A community action group, which has been meeting with the provincial transportation authority since September, convened for the last time on Thursday, much to the dismay of residents who feel many issues have yet to be addressed.

TransLink originally committed to meet with the residents for at least six months, or longer if needed.

“We feel manipulated,” said Mike Stark, the newly-appointed president of the South Pitt Meadows Residents Association.

In December, TransLink pitched nine options to dampen noise from the bridge, including increasing the height of a concrete wall, planting evergreen trees and installing signage telling drivers to reduce their speed.

Residents were asked to pick an option, or two, as moving ahead with all nine would cost more that a million dollars, exceeding the $500,000 budget that is available.

Instead of allowing residents to make a choice, TransLink instead picked one for them by deciding to proceed with either increasing the height of an existing sound barrier by 1.5 metres (five feet) or building a brand new one that is four metre in height (15 feet) to dampen the sound of traffic along Golden Ears Way and Airport Way. “They’ve arbitrarily imposed this on us,” said Stark.

In addition to a sound barrier, TransLink will monitor expansion joints on the Golden Ears Bridge daily to ensure the cloth-like inserts meant to make the span quieter haven’t popped out.

TransLink has already spent $600,000 installing the “geotexile” sound-absorbing inserts.

While the expansion joints meet transportation ministry standards, the incessant croaks and thumps from vehicles driving over the gaps between them have been a nuisance for people in nearby neighbourhoods since the bridge between Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows and Langley opened in June 2009.

Stark, however, believes TransLink had no choice but to increase the height of the sound barrier because it was not built high enough to block out the sound of large trucks.

“Where was that in the original design?

Was that a huge oops? I think we caught them off guard,” he added. “I actually think they’ve shut this group down because there is more stuff coming up and they don’t want to deal with it.”

“I am disappointed that they have dissolved this group.”

Deb Walters, mayor Pitt Meadows

Residents have repeatedly requested documents from TransLink, which they have not yet received, including the sound measurements conducted before the bridge and its road network were built.

Many residents still want TransLink to install sinus-plates over the expansion joints – an expensive fix that TransLink is not open to.

Pitt Meadows Mayor Deb Walters believes TransLink’s solutions to reduce noise fall short.

“I must say, I am disappointed that a decision was made by TransLink and presented to the community without advising our council prior to their announcement to the community action group,” said Walters. “I am also disappointed that they have dissolved this group when it appeared that progress was being made by both sides.”

TransLink tosses drainage issues back to Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows Pitt mayor says Translink obligated to remedy any defiencies

by Monisha Martins staff reporter Homeowners in Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge who blame the road network constructed for the Golden Ears Bridge for drainage problems will have to work on a solution with their respective municipalities.

TransLink will address a “warranty issue” at a culvert on Airport Way, but will not tackle the soggy backyards behind individual homes, according to an email sent

by TransLink’s community relations coordinator, Vincent Gonsalves, on Monday.

The decision to “dump” responsibility

onto the municipalities has angered residents.

“TransLink has insulted all of us by just brushing this off and walking away,” said Leslie Colquhoun, who lives on Wildwood Crescent and is one of seven residents who blame a paved waking and biking trail, built by TransLink, for trapping water behind their homes.

Maple Ridge residents who live on 201st Street have similar complaints and believe Golden Ears Way is causing the water to pool behind their properties.

“The taxpayer is going to pay for it when it’s the bridge builder that screwed it up,” said Colquhoun, who added that residents of Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge are regrouping and might even consider legal action.

TransLink, though, is sending mixed sig-

nals to residents and the city when it comes to addressing with drainage.

“If the Golden Ears Bridge is responsible for the drainage problems, then we will deal with that,” said spokesperson Drew Snider.

“But if it’s not, that’s a city responsibility.

So we are working with them to determine what the cause is and where the responsibility lies.”

The City of Pitt Meadows, meanwhile, is working with TransLink to fix the culvert under Airport Way. Mayor Deb Walters said once repaired, the culvert should help alleviate some of the drainage problems.

“Once resolved, staff will continue to monitor the situation and report back to council,” Walters added.

“It is still my position that TransLink is

obligated to complete projects as outlined in contracts and remedy any deficiencies.

At this point in time, as mentioned, our staff are dealing with the parties involved and I do not feel we will be going to litigation.”

Coun. Janis Elkerton does not want the city and its taxpayers to bear the costs of solving drainage issues, since they’ve already spent more than $32,000 on Wildwood Crescent. Some residents in Maple Ridge have been compensated for similar problems and Elkerton believes Pitt Meadows residents should be treated the same way.

“The bridge is on a flood plain and it is going to impact the area. I don’t need an engineer to tell me that water runs downhill,” said.

“It doesn’t make sense to me that the backyards, which are on higher ground, are all wet.”

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THE BUDGET Some time ago, when I was researching some information for an article, I did a few simple calculations trying to determine the actual cost of vehicle ownership. I included the obvious for most motorists: vehicle cost and depreciation, cost of insurance and fuel, and the not so obvious, cost of maintenance.

In the auto repair industry we preach daily, the value of maintaining your vehicle, mostly to deaf ears, however with the rising costs of all things, auto related, some of you are starting to take notice. Good for you!

What I am proposing in this article is a dirty word to some people but unfortunately it seems to be the best alternative, unless of course you’re made of money. You need to budget a portion of your monthly income toward the regular proactive maintenance of your vehicle(s).

Proactive maintenance is a term I use to explain the practice of spending money to actually save money, that’s right SAVE MONEY on car repairs.

There are actually many levels of vehicle maintenance: Proactive, Baseline, Catch up and the most popular, absolutely none. Most motorists fall in between the Catch-up and Baseline levels according to my thirty plus years of owning and operating a full service repair facility. We find that most of our repair quotes are double to triple the cost of a basic repair, due to the lack of maintenance that led to the need for the repair, and the need for further maintenance to companion or related parts which are way overdue for replacement. We refer to this as the catchup or no maintenance factor, which is unfortunately far to common these days.

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Metro Vancouver Population Growth by Census Tracts, 2006-2011

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Maple Ridge’s population jumped 10 per cent in the past five years, cracking the 75,000 population mark.

But there’s lots of growing room and the footprint of the district likely won’t change as Maple Ridge’s population hits the 100,000 mark in a decade or so.

The majority of those newcomers will be housed in the downtown, the Albion area along 240th Street, existing suburbs and Silver Valley, says District of Maple Ridge planning director Christine Carter.

By 2021, the downtown will accommodate 13,000 more people.

“We know we’re going to get a doubling of the population at least in the downtown.”

Carter said there’s still lots of room for growth in the Albion area, as well as Silver Valley.

According to the district’s long-term plan, suburban expansion into Thornhill, the area east of 248th Street, can’t begin until the 100,000 population has been reached and the existing urban area has densified.

The latest figures from Statistics Canada 2011 census show the district’s population is up to 76,052 from 68,949 five years ago.

Carter wasn’t surprised by the 10 per cent increase and

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Maple Ridge is the 16th largest municipality in B.C. and the 72nd largest across the country. Its population density is 285 people per square kilometre.

By comparison, Surrey’s population density is 1,479 and Vancouver’s is 5,249.

Carter said Maple Ridge could hit the 100,000 mark by 2025. By 2040, the population should be approaching 132,000, according to Metro Vancouver’s Regional Growth Strategy.

But she acknowledges, “at the end of the day, no one really knows.”

Still, previous population projects have proven to be pretty accurate, she added.

According to the census, Pitt

Meadows grew at a faster rate than Maple Ridge, seeing a 13-per-cent increase to a present population of 17,736.

Most of that likely took place in the new condo and apartment buildings that have gone up along Harris Road, said Kim Grout, the city’s development services director.

Grout said future population growth will be contained south of Lougheed Highway, largely in the existing urban areas, although there is one special study area which could accommodate more residential.

But the city is approaching its limits to growth.

Its maximum population will be 24,000, and should be reached by 2041, according to Metro Vancouver’s long-term

growth plan.

To grow beyond that by expanding into the Agricultural Reserve Lands north of the Lougheed Highway would require unanimous consent of the Metro Vancouver board, she pointed out.

Carter said that population pressures could entirely reverse once the Baby Boom generation dies off in a few decades.

Maple Ridge’s population could actually decline, citing a report

by Sheltair Group used for preparing the 2006 official community plan.

That report says Maple Ridge’s population could actually drop to 88,000 by 2031 if only the existing urban areas are used.

However, densification of existing areas and expansion into the Thornhill area could see Maple Ridge’s population jump to between 100,000 and 110,000.

The census shows the City of Vancouver’s population grew by four per cent to 603,500. The fastest growth of Canada’s major cities took place in Edmonton and Calgary, which both grew at 12 per cent.

Surrey’s rate of growth was almost double that of Maple Ridge’s, at 18 per cent to 468,000.

More than two-thirds of B.C.’s population gain over the past five years happened within Metro Vancouver, new census numbers show.

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Abbott threatens to impose contract

by R o b e r t M a n g e l s d o r f staff reporter The provincial government could legislate the end of job action by B.C. teachers after a two-week inquiry into the negotiations is completed, according to education minister George Abbott.

On Thursday, labour minister Margaret MacDiarmid appointed Trevor Hughes, the province’s assistant deputy minister for industrial relations, to lead a two-week inquiry into the ongoing contract dispute and determine if a negotiated outcome is possible.

Teachers across the province have been taking part in ongoing job action since September, when contract talks between the B.C. Teachers’ Federation and the province’s bargaining agent, the B.C. Public School Employers’ Association, broke down last summer.

Teachers have been without a contract since June.

At a press conference Thursday, Abbott said he doesn’t believe a negotiated settlement is likely, and that a legislated end to teacher job action is possible after Hughes’s review.

“If the fact-finder determines that there is no prospect of agreement, then government would have to look at a legislated settlement in this matter,”

Abbott said. “I hope it doesn’t come to that, but it very well may.”

BCTF president Susan Lambert said she would have preferred an independent arbitrator instead of Hughes.

“Hughes, as the minister’s assistant deputy minister, is not an independent party, and is not capable of providing an independent answer to his minister’s very pointed question,” she said.

“We hope that the result of this process is not a predetermined outcome, and is not the first step in the government’s hidden agenda to impose a contract on teachers.”

Abbott, however, contended that there is no hidden agenda.

“We had all hoped that this discussion in 2011-12 would conclude with a successful agreement, as was the case in 2005,” he said. “But... the history of labour relations between the BCTF and governments of all stripes over the past 30 years have been littered with what is often referred to as legislated solutions to impasse.”

The BCTF has proposed a threeyear contract that would see teachers given a 15 per cent increase over that span. BCTF estimates the contract will cost an extra $300 million per year, however BCPSEA pegs that number at upwards of $500 million in the first year alone.

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Published and printed by Black Press at 22328 – 119th Avenue, Maple Ridge, B.C., V2X 2Z3

Ingrid Rice

What a waste Clients of Community Living B.C. in Maple Ridge endured much aggravation and stress when they received word funding for their important programs was to be cut due to money shortages in Victoria.

Only publicity through the media forced an about-face and allowed the program to continue.

In Kamloops, a successful program in which seniors could access help with work around the house and yard met its end due to a declared lack of money at the provincial level, once federal funding ended.

There are countless other examples of worthwhile programs that have died or are on life support due to lack of funding.

Here’s the thing: There is money for these vital programs. The cash exists, only the provincial government prefers to spend it in all sorts of ridiculous ways.

That seniors program that died in Kamloops?

It needed $487,000 a year to run.

That Community Living B.C. program in Maple Ridge that employed mentally challenged people at a recycling depot? It was going to be nixed and needed only $270,000 a year to run.

Thanks to the dogged work of Vancouver Sun reporter Jonathan Fowlie, and despite B.C. Liberal attempts to hide the information, it has been revealed the B.C. Liberals wasted $780,000 in 2010 on designing and printing pro-HST pamphlets that were to be mailed to homes across the province.

The Liberals decided against the mailout and simply destroyed the pamphlets — wasting $780,000 of your money, enough cash to fund for one year both of the above-mentioned programs.

The fact the B.C. Liberal government fought hard against releasing this information to Fowlie, tried desperately to hide the fact it blew nearly a million dollars of your money without a second thought, should prompt the question: What else has this government done in the name of wasteful spending that has yet to come to light?

The next time your local government MLA shakes his or her head and bemoans the lack of funding for Project A or Project B, remember this crass political tale of utter waste and let them know you know better — much better.

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Morse Creek and friends it now has R

ex Rutherford is a long-time friend to Morse Creek.

It runs through his back yard at Abernethy and 224th Street to the South Alouette River.

To the unsuspecting, Morse looks like a ditch – storm drains Along the Fraser empty into it - but Jack Emberly Rex has seen chum salmon spawn here in the fall, and herons stalk fry.

Rex recalls crayfish, frogs, lots of fry, and plenty of salmon in Morse.

But recently, during spring run-off, he’s found ivy, garbage bags, even TVs, radios.

Rex, and neighbours, like John and Laurie Dwulit next door, clean up messes like that.

Rex wonders how many other folks would become stewards of Morse given the invitation.

He also wonders if there enough fish to make this once abundant little brook worth nurturing.

Last week, Rex got answers to his questions. The Alouette River Management Society’s newly funded Adopt-a-creek Program already had one proud member, T2 – or Hillside Creek, – a stream that runs along 222nd Street.

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one. She’d assess its potential: what lives in Morse today; what the water quality is; whether there’d be volunteers to help find the answers.

Step 1 was to set water traps on Feb. 2nd, and check them Feb. 3rd. I shared the dates with visitors at the CEED Centre, adding that volunteers were welcome. Nearly every hand went up.

Morse had friends it didn’t know about.

Probably, most of our streams do.

Thursday, noon, Feb. 2nd: Fry traps are two-section, wire-mesh cylinders joined by hinges. There’s a wide cone-shaped opening at each end that narrows to the centre. Once inside, fish can’t find their way out.

Lori, an ARMS volunteer, demonstrated baiting traps for Blake, Ron, Elaine, and Laurie, and me. We placed soft fish-flavoured cat food into a small nylon sack that’s dangled from the middle of the trap before snapping it shut. The knack takes practice, but Lori was patient. Twine secures the cage to a branch on the stream bank.

Cliff, a retiree, is another ARMS volunteer.

“I was a banker until Friday afternoon,” he says, “and then I was in the bush.”

It’s Cliff’s job to lay six traps at various locations along Morse.

Traps 1 and 2 go into Morse near the Alouette.

Cliff avoids stepping in gravel that might be a nest for eggs. He finds a pool against a tree trunk, parallel to the current for Trap 1.

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“Okay, that’s really fine,” he announces. “Ya, a very good set.”

We’ve walked through bamboo-like plants, but Nicole Driedger, ARMS education coordinator, says it’s knotweed, “a real problem because it spreads so quickly.”

Volunteers often replace knotweed, English ivy and blackberries with indigenous plants like salmon berries, or huckleberries, natural food for fish.

Rex has found ivy clippings in Morse.

They’ll regenerate on stream banks.

Cliff kneels on the bank to set Trap 2.

“If I fall in,” he jokes, “I guess I’ll be some kind of invasive species.”

Gerry holds his belt from behind.

“I’ve got ya,” he says.

We’re learning today, and having a little fun too.

On our way up the bank, we meet angler Jim Andre with a six-pound hatchery steelhead – no adipose fin.

“How’s the steelhead return this year?”

Cliff asks.

“Medium,” replies Andre, “compared to the ’80s. Between 112th and 240th there’s no fish anymore.”

Andre blames cutbacks at hatcheries and “hotspot” bragging on the internet that funnels anglers directly to their quarry.

Traps 3 and 4 go into Morse at the Dwulit place.

“Here to set the traps?” John asks.

We set Traps 5 and 6 in Morse headwaters off Edge Street, near Eric Langdon elementary.

See Emberly, p7

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THE NEWS/letters ‘It all comes down to parenting’ EDITOR, THE NEWS:

Re: Our youth are lost, misguided (Letters, Feb. 1).

Marianna Nagy, I think you should do a little more research before you go bashing Westview secondary.

I understand that ecstasy is a problem in Maple Ridge, in general. I’ve worked in all the high schools in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows and, I have to say, they all have the same issues with drugs.

When you said, “There are hundreds of kids who attend Westview who do not care about school, and prefer drinking and doing drugs to furthering their education,” it’s just not true. I’m sorry to say, but this is in all high schools.

I’m sorry you had such a bad experience at Westview, and it sounds like you fell through the cracks and got involved with the wrong crowd.

My son and his friends attend Westview and they’re really good kids. They’re honor-roll students, athletes, they don’t drink or do drugs, they all want to go UBC for engineering. But, most importantly, they have good values, and family beliefs.

It all comes down to parenting and the belief system that starts at home.

If kids have no boundaries or guidance at home, it won’t matter if they go to private or public school. It won’t take them long to find the drugs and the wrong crowds, no matter what school they attend.

I grew up in Burnaby in a very tight-knit, family community with lots of culture, and so much for kids to do and to get involved in.

The problem I see in Maple Ridge is how many broken families live here, and parents who don’t even know what their kids are doing after school, or for that matter, at any time of day. I see kids as young as 12 walking the streets at 11 p.m. Where are their parents? Drinking, perhaps?

I am tired of hearing the excuse that there are a lot of low-income families in Maple Ridge. It doesn’t matter how much money you have to discipline, love and to respect your child.

I feel sorry for the kids who have to turn to drugs because they’re not getting what they truly need at home.

It’s just a viscous circle and it’s really sad because the help and resources are out there for those who seek them.

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Better to raid MP pensions EDITOR, THE NEWS:

Re: Conservatives committed to protecting retirees (Letters, Feb. 8).

The only thing the Conservatives are committed to protecting is their rich corporate friends.

A multi-billion-dollar tax break so corporations can increase their bonus structure and dividends to shareholders means that the cupboard is now bare.

Oh, dear, no funding for health care.

Oops, no funding for Old Age Security.

Are you next on the chopping block?

In typical Harper government fashion, when Kevin Page, the Parliamentary Budgetary Officer, suggests that OAS is sustainable, the Conservatives attack him personally rather than provide solid information to support their position.

Numerous economists have stated that although there will be some pressure for a decade, the OAS is sustainable with the projected growth in GDP. The cruelest way to deal with any shortfall in OAS funding is to make people wait two more years because that creates the greatest hardship for those who depend on CPP and OAS in their retirement.

It would make much more sense to lower the level where taxes begin for seniors or, better yet, raid the MP pension

BOB GOOS MAPLE RIDGE

Just not right EDITOR, THE NEWS:

Re: Changes to pensions, long ways off: MP (The News, Feb. 1).

MP Randy Kamp thinks that denying Canadians Old Age pensions for two years is “ensuring the retirement security of Canadians” Nothing could be further from the truth.

In fact, experts from the OECD, leading universities, and the government itself have all said our Old Age Security (OAS) program does not face major challenges, and there’s no pressing need for change.

Canada’s Parliamentary Budget Of-

Adoption is rewarding Emberly from p6 Nothing to do now, but wait, and hope.

Friday Feb., 3rd, 10 a.m.: We’re all anxious to see what the traps hold. Trap 1 has good news.

Trap 2 yields another fry, a flat-headed fish that looks like a bullhead. This shy

bottom dweller with fan-like fins has no scales, and no spine. It’s a sculpin. Some are protected.

“This is fantastic,” says Amanda, “I’m very happy about this.”

There’s more reason to celebrate. Traps 3 and 4 produce 11 fry. Fins, and side

ficer says that Old Age Security is sustainable beyond the year 2082.

Payments today cost 2.4 per cent of our national GDP. When the Boomers max out in 2031, that percentage will climb to 3.1 per cent, but then drop off again.

Conservatives like Mr. Kamp are really trying to raid your retirement savings to pay for their extreme ideological agenda.

They say current seniors won’t see their benefits cuts, but they aren’t saying anything about tomorrow’s seniors – hard-working Canadians who have based their retirement plans around having Old Age pensions available to them.

The fact is, more than half of Old Age pensions go to seniors earning less than $25,000 year.

Canadians workers have paid taxes their entire careers, expecting that these benefits will be available to them when they turn 65.

Raising the age for OAS will mean that some will have to stay longer in the work-force, whether they’re physically up to it or not.

Seniors’ poverty rates could rise by one-third.

That’s just not right – not in a successful country like Canada.

SCOTT BRISON, MP LIBERAL PARTY OF CANADA FINANCE CRITIC

marks show 10 are coho. But one, an unexpected bonus, is a wild steelhead (red lateral line).

Traps further up are empty as expected. Thick debris blocks fish movement.

That could be a clean-up later, but it’s okay for now.

“I’m very pleased with what we found,” concludes Amanda, “and with the fantastic interest that people

have shown in Morse. It’s an excellent creek for adoption.”

The next step? Water quality testing later this month, Amanda tells us. I’m sure most of Morse’s new friends will be there. Adopting a stream is rewarding.

Jack Emberly is a retired teacher, local author and environmentalist.

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by R o b e r t M a n g e l s d o r f staff reporter Her ribs are poking through her sides, her face gaunt and emaciated, but Adele is still in the best shape she’s been in years.

That the 19-year-old is even alive is something of a miracle.

Adele is a standardbred mare. Last month, her previous owners put her up for auction, along with two other horses, to be sold off to a slaughterhouse, likely to end up as dog food.

Standardbred horses are often used in harness racing, and when their racing and breeding careers are over, they are of little use to their owners.

“They just get tossed away when they’re not fast enough,” says Amy Lizee, a volunteer with the J&M Acres Horse Rescue Society in Maple Ridge.

Adele is alive thanks to the efforts of the local horse rescue group, which bought all three horses before they could be auctioned off, sparing them a premature end.

“She was really skinny when we got her,” says Lizee. “But she was such a sweet horse.”

The group, founded in 1995, saved more than 80 horses from the slaughterhouse last year, finding loving homes for more than 60 of them.

However, not long after Adele was brought to J&M Acres on 224th Street, the group’s founder, Julie MacMillian, noticed there was

something wrong with her. Adele’s heart rate was elevated, and she began lying down, both signs that she was very sick.

MacMillian stayed by the horse’s side through the night, walking her to keep her standing until she could be taken to the vet.

The prognosis was dire. Adele likely had stomach colic, and would die without immediate surgery.

“Equine colic is really serious,” says Lizee. “It’s usually an impaction or a blockage. But a horse can’t throw up, so it’s often fatal.”

MacMillian was faced with a $12,000 bill to treat her. Even with the surgery, veterinary doctors at Paton and Martin Veterinary Services in Aldergrove gave Adele a 50 to 60 per cent chance of survival.

“Twelve thousand dollars is a lot of money to gamble on a horse that

old,” MacMillian says.

“But look at her face, how could I say no?”

Thanks to work of the surgical team, Adele pulled through. After nearly a week in the vet’s care, Adele came home on Monday, sporting bare patches of skin amongst her chestnut brown hair where the doctors opened her up to save her life.

“For her age and her condition, the fact she is recovering is a miracle,” says Lizee. “Even if she was five years old and healthy, it would have been a gamble.”

However, the cost of the surgery has completely exhausted J&M’s reserve funds.

The group runs a weekly meat draw at the Golden Ears Pub, where MacMillan works, and thanks to adoption fees and donations by local businesses like Whonnock Feed and Hardware, J&M Acres is able stay afloat.

But without donations, the group won’t be able to take on new rescue horses.

“We’ve got enough [feed] to get through the next two months, but after that, I don’t know what we’ll do,” says Lizee.

Despite the financial hardship Adele’s surgery has placed on J&M Acres, Lizee and MacMillian have no regrets.

A healthy horse can live to 30 years, so Adele will have a long healthy life ahead of her.

“She’s such a lovely horse, I can’t imagine giving up on her,” she says.

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“It’s sickening having to beg for better health care.”

Her friend, Sandra Roth, 71, is in a worse predicament, with chronic health problems, such as fibromyositis, scoliosis, osteoarthritis and four recent heart attacks.

She had three teeth pulled last June, but still needs $2,700 of dental work done. She also has arthritis in her jaw and hasn’t had her teeth cleaned in five years, needs new glasses and a hearing aid.

She’s getting by on a monthly pension of $1,800 month, from which she has to pay $620 in rent, then buy groceries, medicine and car insurance.

She needs physiotherapy twice a month. Those treatments in Burnaby cost her $135 each time, including paying someone to drive her into Burnaby.

“By the time we pay for rent and pay for our other expenses, we don’t have money left over for the dentist.”

Roth, who’s divorced, lost her investment in what turned out to be a leaky condo in November 1999, declared bankruptcy and has no savings.

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Sandy Harnett is joining in the effort of the Seniors Network to provide some kind of dental care for those on low incomes. one at Ridge Meadows Seniors Society to help her access funding assistance, but after two years, nothing’s happened.

But even getting teeth pulled can be costly. Barb Chipperfield’s 87-year-old father-in-law had an abscessed tooth and two others removed this week. It cost him $1,250.

Dental costs are not just an issue for those eking by on Canada Pension and Old Age Security.

“I have friends of mine who are not seniors … who have teeth pulled because it’s too expensive to have them crowned,” Chipperfield said.

She followed different strategy, however, when faced with her own dental work – seven crowns and four implants. She got the

repairs done in Tijuana, Mexico, last year for $5,300. The local price was $25,000.

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Widows are affected the most,” says Heather Treleaven, co-ordinator with the Seniors Network.

“It affects their health because they’re not able to eat properly.”

She’d like to reinstitute the previous community dental days in Maple Ridge in which several dentists reduced their rates for needy seniors and is working with Salvation Army’s Caring Place on that.

Abbotsford Food Bank offers a free basic dental service for those on low income, she pointed out.

The clinic has been running since 2007 and staffed completely voluntarily by dentists and hygienists.

“That sounds absolutely wonderful. Why can’t we have that?” asked Harnett.

Treleaven says in the next 20 years, Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows will see a 150-per-cent increase in its over-65 population – compared to a 118-per-cent increase for Metro Vancouver.

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A direct benefit is the 150 jobs created, with 75 of those located here in the Lower Mainland, plus a sales force scattered around the world selling Avigilon systems as fast as the Richmond plant can produce them. And they are not finished yet. The company is expanding fast, hiring an average of three or four people a month and attending university career fairs to attract top talent. The future is very bright for this company whose principal turned a problem into an idea and then into a very successful company.

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supporting up to $100 million in investment every year. The provincial government, seeing the role they can play in this fast growing sector, will increase the value of this program by $3 million, allowing more individuals known as ‘angel investors’ to put their own capital directly into eligible small business, and to offer strategic expertise.

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‘Even if we save just one life, it’s worth it’ FADD from front The two boys who were passengers in Spencer’s van, and his classmates at Samuel Robertson Technical School, remain in hospital. One has a punctured diaphragm, the other a broken pelvis.

The driver of the Honda also remains in hospital with compound fractures to both her femurs, while a second passenger in the car has since been released. All three girls were friends who graduated from Garibaldi

secondary last year.

Investigators say the van was likely speeding, and alcohol is being considered a possible factor in the crash, but it could be months before toxicology reports will be able to confirm it.

Friend Against Drunk Driving gathered more than 1,000 likes on Facebook in just two days.

“It really caught on fast,” said Schuchard, who is now spreading the word by making T-shirts, stickers and bracelets.

Schuchard, Jake Cantin and Andy McComb, all 18, are now developing ideas, such as speaking to high school students about the dangers of distracted and drunk driving and partnering with local pubs to spread their message.

They believe teens will heed a warning that comes from their peers more so than a message or lecture delivered by adults.

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“Even if all the effort we put into this saves one life, then it’s worth it.”

Schuchard thinks starting FADD was something Weaver would do. She was always helping people and mentored younger students in high school.

“It’s hard to say, but sometimes it takes something tragic to start something positive,” he says.

He wants teens to stop their friends from getting behind the wheel drunk and plan ahead for a ride home if they are going to a party.

“I don’t want this to happen again,” says Schuchard.

Police have not yet confirmed if Spencer had consumed alcohol prior to the crash.

However, neither he nor the driver of the Honda should not have been on the road Sunday.

RCMP say Spencer had an “L” licence, while Jessica Smalls, who was driving the Honda, had an “N”.

A learner’s permit, which prohibited him from driving without the supervision of a person over the age of 25. Drivers with a learner’s license are also not allowed to be on the road after midnight.

A novice the driver can only have one passenger, unless they are immediate family members.

Alcohol was found in the Honda, but police believe the driver was sober.

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What does bike helmet law really do?

H aving lived for a quarter of a century in the Netherlands – where nobody had ever told me I should wear a helmet when riding my bike – I have an opinion on this, and I’m quite happy to share it with you.

Like any Dutch kid in the ’60s and ’70s, I always just happily pedaled along helmetless, enjoying my freedom and independence, and totally oblivious to the dangers supposedly lurking around every turn in the road.

Even now, with so much more traffic on the roads, most Dutch still ride their bikes without wearing helmets. In fact, as long as you’re not a serious road cyclist going 40 km/h, you’d look pretty silly wearing one.

The Dutch obviously feel quite safe on a bike.

When the Dutch were rebuilding the country after the Second World War, and the country quickly became more prosperous, huge investments were made in car infrastructure. Old city squares were transformed into parking lots, buildings were demolished, and sometimes bike infrastructure was removed, to make way for wider roads to improve traffic flow.

Contrary to expectations, congestion worsened, and the result was that the roads became more dangerous, and towns and cities were in danger of losing their hearts and souls.

In the early 1950s, there were about 1,000 traffic deaths annually in the Netherlands (population in

1950 was about 10 million).

In the early ’70s, the number of fatalities had more than tripled, and a lot of the victims were children.

People had had enough by then, and there were big demonstrations.

People were occupying the streets with their bikes, carrying signs like: “Stop the child murder.”

The oil crisis in the early ’70s led to car-free Sundays, which reminded people what streets Cycling used to be like before the Jackie Chow cars took over.

In the next decade, policies started to change. Politicians and planners started to get serious about providing alternatives to the car, and investments shifted towards cycling and transit.

The results have been astonishing.

On average, about a quarter of trips in the Netherlands now are made by bicycle, while traffic deaths have dropped dramatically: in 2010, 640 people were killed in traffic accidents in the Netherlands (2010 population, 16.6 million).

Notably, the helmet issue was never raised, because the Dutch knew that many people would give up cycling if they would have to start wearing helmets. It can be inconvenient, uncomfortable, and it would make cycling look like a dangerous activity.

There are huge benefits of high rates of cycling. One is that car/

cyclist accident rates are dramatically lower than when few people cycle, because drivers are used to looking out for cyclists.

Another is that the savings in health care spending are considerable, since rates of diseases caused by a sedentary life style – such as hypertension, Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, depression and others – are much lower.

Unfortunately, over the years we have engineered exercise out of our lives, with devastating consequences for our children, who now mostly rely on us to get from point A to point B, while we pollute the air they breathe with our gas-guzzling SUVs. Our sprawl addiction has resulted in more and faster driving and this inevitably leads to an increased risk of death or injury.

Our children are at significantly higher risk than the rest of us, both as drivers and as vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and cyclists.

We’re also seeing a childhood obesity epidemic – with 26 per cent of children and youth (1.6 million children) considered overweight or obese.

As a consequence, our children are likely to live shorter lives and suffer myriad health problems throughout their lives.

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Pitt Meadows’ little red fire truck Looking Back by Leslie Norman

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n 2012, Pitt Meadows’ little red fire truck will turn both 83 and 70 years old.

In 1929, it began life as a Model A (or Model T, depending on the source) panel truck, likely black in colour and most probably the apple of its proud owner’s eye.

At some point, it ended up at the Mussallem Motors lot in Maple Ridge, and it was from there the newly formed Pitt Meadows A.R.P. Committee Fire Brigade purchased it in 1942.

In Pitt Meadows, the fire department had formed shortly after the bombing of Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941, with Hans Hoffmann the first fire chief and Ted Ming his assistant.

With no building available for use, the fire department set up in space provided by the Hoffmann family in its machine shop on Harris Road, using civil defence fire pumps supplied by the government.

Marie Nightingale, a former reporter with the Gazette newspaper, wrote in a 1981 article about the department’s

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40th anniversary: “Hoffmann and Ming went to Haney one night and dickered to buy a Model A Panel truck from Mussallem’s.”

The volunteers then spent endless hours at the Hoffmann Shop rebuilding the old vehicle to turn it into the community’s first fire truck.

The war ended and

by August 1946, the department had changed its name to the Pitt Meadows Volunteer Fire Department.

The group continued to operate out of the Hoffmann’s building until the early 1950s, when a new fire hall was built on the west side of Harris Road,

across from what was then the municipal hall.

By that time, the department had purchased its second vehicle, a converted army truck, the members of the department referred to as a “double clutching nightmare.”

Early fire emergency calls in Pitt Meadows were fairly labour intensive and sometimes problematic.

Around 1960, the call would be made to a Hammond exchange, where the operator would then relay the call to one of the firemen, who in turn would call each of the 17 men on crew, one at a time.

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They would then determine if it was a false alarm or actual fire and, then would push a button that would start the siren on top of the hall to call all the members.

Apparently this system also attracted a good portion of the community, who came out to see where the fire was. Eventually the department moved to an automatic pager system.

In 1981, when Nightingale wrote her first of two articles on the subject, the department had grown to 29 volunteer firemen, two fire trucks (beyond the two originals) and a recently acquired rescue vehicle that had been purchased with funds raised by the firemen.

In 1989, when she revisited the subject in a Pitt Meadows 75th anniversary article for the this newspaper, there were 28 volunteers, the department had moved into its new building on 122nd Avenue five years earlier, a new pumper truck with a 1,250-gallon capacity had been acquired, and 911 was “just around the corner”. However, one thing stayed consistent – the little red fire truck, by this time 60 and 47 years old, was still a member of the team as it is today.

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Cycling from p15 And nobody organizes a big, angry demonstration: enough is enough. Instead, we get angry at cyclists who don’t wear helmets, because they get in our way so we have to slow down.

To put things into perspective, Transport Canada reported in 2010 that cyclists account for about two per cent of trafďŹ c fatalities, which means that about 60 cyclists die in bicycle/car collisions annually.

Note that UBC researchers found in the Cycling in Cities study that Canadian cyclists are three times more likely to be killed and 30 times more likely to have serious injuries than cyclists in the Netherlands (even when they don’t wear helmets, and a lot of us do).

Consider this: in Canada, about 21,000 lives were lost prematurely in 1995 because of inactivity.

Another interesting estimate in a University of Toronto study is that about $2.1 billion, or 2.5 per cent of the total direct health care costs in Canada, was attributable to physical inactivity in 1999.

Add to that the cost of loss of productivity due to death or disability resulting from inactivity, and you arrive at a cost to society of our sedentary lifestyles of a staggering $30 billion annually.

Back to the history lesson: in North America, car culture was well established in the ‘70s, North American politicians and planners continued to focus on cars for mobility. Cyclists were told that separated bike paths were dangerous, and they were safer sharing the roads with cars. Cyclists to this day are made to believe that, as long as they wear their helmets and make sure they are visible by wearing reective vests and using lights, they’ll be just ďŹ ne. It seems this approach hasn’t been very effective, because our cycling rates have remained around one per cent of all trips for several decades.

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Cycling from p17 The helmet issue seems to distract us from the real issue, which is that our infrastructure needs to be made safer, more pleasant, more direct and more inviting for cyclists. Unfortunately, this fact is often overshadowed by discussions and opinions on the helmet issue, which are most often based on emotions.

A helmet doesn’t prevent a crash. A non-head injury can also be devastating and have life-changing consequences, and often be fatal.

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For those who either feel obligated to do so, or perhaps have no other alternative, the new responsibility is a difficult adjustment for everyone, parents, caregivers, spouses and perhaps Parenting children still living at Graham Hookey home.

We all have our rosecoloured glasses on when we think of such circumstances in theory. Most of us would readily suggest that we wouldn’t think twice about opening our homes to our parents.

But that readiness is often steeped in past experiences, with independent parents and short visits.

The reality is often quite different if a parent has suffered a significant physical or mental health setback, or if the move is a permanent one that impacts on the caregiver’s family life or finances.

Although most parents admit that they are sad to see their last child move out of the house, the peace, quiet and freedom that follows shortly thereafter is generally viewed as a good thing.

After many years of living on schedules driven by the needs of others, that ability to control entirely one’s own schedule, especially after retirement, is a surprisingly uplifting feeling.

But the timing of such freedom from

children is often countered by the increasing sense that parents might need some support.

And what happens when, say, three siblings are reaching this stage, but only one can provide such support?

Is there a risk of a renewed sibling rivalry as one takes on the work of support and the other two send postcards of their vacations?

Is there a risk that this drives a wedge between couples where the spouse resents the needs of the in-laws, particularly when other siblings do not or cannot step forward to help, either sharing the care or sharing the financial load?

The majority of people I speak to who are caring for parents in their own home tend to comment that they “fell into” the role because they either lived close to their parents or were the only ones in the family willing or able to help out.

In some cases, they have wonderful relationships with siblings who will come and stay to help while they do some traveling or simply take time to get away with their own family.

In other cases, they bristle with frustration over siblings that offer little to their parents’ care except criticism or suggestions of what is best for them.

Like so many other matters in eldercare, the issue of sibling participation in the care of parents who need it is best planned before the need is real and when no one is feeling “trapped” by circumstances over which they have little control.

Working out agreements over financial support and personal support can help everyone prepare for a transition that will be a positive experience for all.

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• Flowers are a symbol for sharing. The study explored where in their homes people displayed flowers. Once received, arrangements were placed in areas of the home that are open to visitors – such as foyers, living rooms and dining rooms – suggesting that flowers make the space more welcoming and create a sharing atmosphere.

• People who buy more flowers are happier. Once learning the study results, participants in all ages and gift categories reported that they would be buying more flowers in the future.

This may seem like a bit of promotion for the floral and horticultural industry, but I thought these results would be interesting to everyone.

With so much stress and depression in today’s world, it’s great to know that something as simple as a bouquet of flowers can help to cheer someone up – a nice thought just before Valentine’s Day. Contributed

Flowers have a long-term positive effect on moods. Study participants reported feeling less depressed, anxious and agitated after receiving flowers, and demonstrated a higher sense of enjoyment and life satisfaction.

Brian Minter owns and operates Minter Gardens, just outside of Chilliwack.

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RIVERSIDE PARADISE Serene 2 acres of natural beauty surrounded by creeks and Alouette River. From the minute you drive over your private bridge you enjoy all the charm of this 4 level contemporary home. Decks, patio’s pool and hot tub plus swimming and fishing from your back door. This home will satisfy your every need.

12680 239 St

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• 3400 sq. ft. finished • Double garage • 2 bdrm legal suite down • Close to town centre, • Guest rm w/full ensuite shopping and rec centre

22815-126B Ave., Maple Ridge

$

439,900

• 1925 sq. ft. rancher • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths

• Double garage • Close to town centre, shopping and rec centre

12652 - 228 St., Maple Ridge

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Great location, schools, shopping, golf courses commuter routes. REMODELLING: new laminate, carpeting, painting, kitchen appliances, some plumbing, recent roofing.

LARGE YARD: Covered sundeck, 2 covered parking plus RV. FAST POSSESSION POSSIBLE. Lots of good sized rooms plus train room complete with town site, mountain, tunnels and train sets. SUITEABLE. FINISHED BASEMENT.

John Hebel Mobile Mortgage Specialist 604-760-5552 john.hebel@rbc.com

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$

389,900

22579 123rd Ave., Maple Ridge

Open Sunday 2-4 pm

Stylish & remodelled home! Main floor is completely done.

All new kitchen and main bath. New floors, windows, electrical & plumbing. Sep suite down in progress with most materials to finish included. Quiet Central location.

534,900

Ultra gorgeous two storey on oversize park like lot. Inside is 100% renovated and shows like a dream.

Deluxe master suite and much more. 5’ crawl space with easy access. Professionally landscaped yard with privacy. Must see!

Attention Bargain Hunters

$

384,900

Vacant and immediate possession offered. Just 8 years old with Westside location. Had grow op in bsmt 3 years ago and has been fully and professionally remediated. 3,000 sq. ft. and balance of warranty. Be quick!

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398,000

2023 234th St., Maple Ridge

Prime Pitt Meadows Location

New Listing

$

$

Easy one level living!

Open concept rancher with 3 bdrms & central air conditioning.

Great neighbourhood & ample back yard with new fencing, covered patio and South & West exposure. Newer roof, furnace & appliances.

$

488,800

This jewel just needs a little polishing. Big and versatile, with 4 bdrms and fully finished bsmt w/suite potential. New roof and RV parking to the side. Superb location on quiet upscale no thru road away from traffic and tracks.

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244,900

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21661 Ridgeway Cres.

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$$$ #14 - 18951 Ford Rd. Family First

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After receiving many offers the first week on the market, this condo is available again. It shows amazing with greenbelt and river views. 2 bdrms + den. Huge covered balcony.

River Gardens near WC Express.

$

258,900

Just what your family needs! Affordable 3 bdrm w/fenced yard in quiet area of Pitt Meadows. Roof & furnace just 2 yrs old.

Tons of storage in crawlspace, parking for 3 up front. Pet friendly complex, low maint fees.

$

619,900

Have it all in this custom built 3600 sq. ft. home in Alouette Park Estates! Attention to detail throughout 4 bdrms up and open main floor with radiant heat and vaulted ceilings. Big frontage allows triple garage and lots of parking.

Big Value Small Price

$

369,900

5 bdrm, 2 full bath home on a 14,000+ sq. ft. lot. Charming character home offers newer roof & furnace, and remodelled kitchen. Giant lot with all services could allow large workshop or Garden Suite. Family neighbourhood.

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KEVIN BRACK 604-657-4064

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$

269,900

339,900

424,950

11446 Barclay Street

Looking For A View Over 1000 sq.ft. TOP floor unit with a large completely private sundeck facing west, unit has 2 bdrms 2 baths.

Pitt Meadows, walk to Westcoast station, shopping, rec center, and lots of trails. Vaulted ceilings, gas f/p, shows well, has 2 parking stalls.

NEW LISTING - West M.R. 6200 sq.ft. lot with RV parking, home has been recently updated with paint , flooring, kitchen, bath, two large bdrms + den on a quiet side street walking distance to WC Express, Hammond elementary school, Golden Ears Bridge.

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$

24353 101st Avenue NEW LISTING – Relax on your private covered deck with hot tub. Open kitchen with raised breakfast bar adjoining the family rm, bayed out windows in the living rm & master bdrm, fully finished bsmt, 4 bdrms, 4 baths, over size single garage, lane access.

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23635 - 111A Avenue

This contemporary home has nearly 2,800 sq. ft. of finished area with modern touches. 9’ ceilings, Large master bdrm with ensuite. Open kitchen/family rm and only steps away from Kanaka Elementary & nature paths.

Priced at $494,900.

Walk To Whonnock Lake

Home has 3 bedrooms, enclosed porch, basement area has workshop, storage den, lots of upgrading done, paint flooring, roof and more. 6 stall barn, riding ring, only 2 min walk to elementary school. Priced at $598,800.

Call Al Hogarth for more info

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$

Rio Townhouse

1480 sq. ft. corner unit with huge private roof top deck and incredible view of mountains, new paint and granite counters throughout! 3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms vacant ready to move into

469,900

Custom Built Rancher

7,191 sq. ft. corner lot half blk to Blue Mtn Elementary & Garibaldi Secondary schools.

1,642 sq. ft. home has vaulted ceilings, 2 gas f/p’s, open concept in the living & dining rms. Kitchen, family rm & eating area combined w/nice big island to work at. 3 bdrms, RV parking. Bonus - new roof and garage door.

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This 3 level home is ideal for a family, situated across from elementary school & close to recreation & WC Express.

Features 2 1/2 baths, 3 bdrms, family rm with gas f/p and additional rec/office space & double garage. Only $359,900 Immediate possession available.

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575,900

Falcon Hill

Absolutely gorgeous 4 bdrm, 4 bath home.

Granite countertops, undermount sinks, crown mouldings, ledgestone fireplace, high ceilings on main and down. $18,000 worth of new h/w on the main. Master bdrm has 5 pce ensuite w/soaker tub & sep shower. Very open floor plan with loft.

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• 1280 sq. ft.

• Backs onto townhome greenspace Reduced • Seconds to GE Bridge $ 0 • 3 bdrms, 3 baths • Fully fenced yard $40,00 689,800 • Commute is a breeze!

• Cul-de-sac • Immaculate!

20166 Telep Avenue, Maple Ridge Unique Setting on Greenspace

10356 Jackson Rd. M.R.

Suite Deal!

Waterfront Mansion

Priced over $30,000 below current assessment! 3,000 sq. ft. , 6 yr old home featuring 4 bdrms up, den on main, bsmt ready to go for 2 bdrm + den suite. All this for only $499,900. Call Now!

Asking $16k below assessed value. 8 bdrm, 4 bath, 2 kitchen home. Over 3,700 sq. ft. in a cul-de-sac location. Giveaway price of $544,000. Don’t Miss It!

3,600 sq. ft. custom log home with detached double garage with suite above, on a .91 acre lot right in town. You’ll never see another home like it. Asking $1.1 million. Call to view.

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 2-4 Great Location

$

379,800

• 1465 sq. ft. rancher • 3 bedrooms • 7,600 sq. ft. lot • New roof • Original hardwood floors

11841 Hawthorne Street, Maple Ridge

$

499,800

Private One Acre!

$

699,800

Equestrian Paradise

• 2 acres, city water • Fenced & cross • 12 box stalls fenced • 2 barns • 2,500 sq. ft.

• Riding ring sprawling rancher

$

359,800

• Over 2,000 sq. ft. • Close to Maple split level Ridge park • 3 bedrooms • Private setting • 3 baths • Fantastic location

• 1,690 sq. ft. 2 • Private master storey suite • 7,200 sq. ft. lot • Two wired sheds • Extensive reno’s

13144 - 236th St., M.R.

20295 Lorne Ave., M.R.

Picture Perfect

Five Acre Farm House

Pitt Meadows “Sheridan Hill” is home to this 3,000 sq. ft. 4 bdrm masterpiece on an ultra private 1.13 acre hillside lot. Parklike yard, huge deck for entertaining. You have to see it! Asking $899,900

Over 4,600 sq. ft. family home + detached shop/barn on 4.8 acre lot in Whonnock area. Home has 5 bdrms + den, 4 baths, massive triple tandem garage for 6 cars.

Asking $949,000. Call Now!

12661 - 251st St., M.R.

$

Private Location

Executive Estate 6 year old, 3,700 sq. ft. 2 storey + basement home on a large, ultra private greenbelt lot in Silver Valley. This home is a showpiece and will make you the envy of all your peers. Asking $759,800.

299,800

No Stairs!

• 1,260 sq ft • 2 bdrms + den • 2 full baths • New flooring

• New H/W tank • Freshly painted • Walk to amenities

#30 - 19160 - 119 Ave., P.M.

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Awesome 70 x 159’ lot in Websters Corners. Older, remodelled 3 bdrm family home is over 1,500 sq. ft. Country quiet, but city close. Asking only $399,900.

Won’t last, call now!

Foreclosure, best deal on the market.

2,024 sq. ft. 4 bdrm, 4 bath townhome in prestigious Maple Wood Creek complex.

Asking $307,000. Try your offer, we want to make a deal!!

2 bedroom townhome in Galiano complex. 1,061 sq. ft., shows nicely. Priced better than a condo at $199,900. What a deal! Pick up the phone!

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Terri Smith

ADRIAN KEENAN 604-312-6488

OLD HANEY CHARM $999,000 This Cape Cod Style home takes you back to the earlier days of Haney Town. Located at the end of a quiet cul de sac in the historic and desirable River Road. Behind the gated entrance you can escape into a world of comfort and modern convenience in this beautifully renovated home featuring large spacious bedrooms. Loads of room to entertain in the formal dining/living area or just kick back in the family room kitchen area with a solarium type family room for a big crowd or allow you the solitude to enjoy the calming and relaxing panoramic view of the mighty Fraser and the farms beyond to the south. This majestic home offers 5 great bedrooms, and so much more.

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$

418,900

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22927 123RD Ave, Maple Ridge COME SEE….This adorable Cape Cod home is open Sunday for your inspection - 22927 123rd, Maple Ridge. Open and spacious family sized rooms throughout. Four bedrooms and a family room. Even a mountain view from the fenced in backyard! Family homes are still affordable – asking $418,900! Come see this one!

.64 acre

778-988-1224 OFFICE 604-466-2838

669,900

24314 105A MAPLE RIDGE

WOW! This stunning family home is tucked into the end of a cul-de-sac in the desirable Maple Crest neighbourhood!

High ceilings, quality finishing’s and generous room sizes. This home offers it all and shows beautifully! A private and beautiful backyard too! First time offered – call Terri for your private viewing or view more details @ www.terrismith.ca! $669,900

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• Full basements with separate entrance • Maple kitchen with granite countertops & island, pantry • Great room with gas fireplace • 4 bedrooms upstairs.

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Showhome at #7 - 13771 - 232A Street, Maple Ridge (off 232 St. onto Silver Valley Rd.)

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Quality built 2 storey homes with basements Built by Onni Group 3 or 4 bedrooms Open floor plans Gas fireplace in the Great room Maple kitchen with granite countertops, island & pantry • Fridge, stove, dishwasher, microwave, washer, dryer, garberator • Double garage

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Hostess at 13751 Silver Valley Road, Maple Ridge • Silver Views new 2 storey homes ready to move into • Only 3 left. Finished basements with separate entrance • 2 homes with legal suites • Deluxe finishings • Two gas fireplaces • Double and triple garages • Great location

604.466.2838

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604-561-0053

144,900

55+ Building. Shopping & Professional Services Across The Street. Tastefully remodelled. Kitchen is open plan and boasts a centre island with new appliances, insuite washer and dryer. Main bathroom has separate entrance from the master bedroom with double grab bars in tub/ shower. Shopping and Aquatic Centre is in a 2 block radius. Wheelchair and scooter friendly.

South West Corner. Private balcony. Spacious living room/dining. Lots of windows cozy gas fireplace. M/B has a walk-in closet w/ensuite & soaker tub. New paint, Fridge, Stove, D.W., W./D. and a $2500 in suite A/C system. Indoor Pool, Re Centre, Banquet Hall, Workshop etc. included in strata fee. View of the Fraser River close to all amenities and bus routes, W.C.E. is a 10 min. Walk!

19044 117A AV, P.M. A real charmer, great neighbourhood, Highland Pitt Meadows. 3 beds/2 baths backing onto green space, creek. Recent updates include windows & doors, hot water tank, boiler, some siding, newer paint. Walking distance to Schools, Shopping, Westcoast Express and Parks.

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Buying?

$

234,900

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499,900

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Recently renovated 3 bdrm / 2 bath rancher Updated kitchen, new cabinetry, new flooring Newer roof, windows Newer high efficiency furnace Large fenced back yard Great family neighbourhood

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799,900

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STUNNING 4 BDRM RANCHER ON ACREAGE 4 bdrm / 4 bath / 2110 sqft Gourmet kitchen Top quality SS appliances Hardwood Maple Flooring throughout Nanny suite • 3 car detached garage Private south facing back yard

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335,900 #4-19022-119B AVE., PM • • • • •

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$

464,900 20262 #4-19022-119B CHATWINAVE., AVE.,PM MR • • • • •

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Totally renovated 1419 sq. ft. rancher Gorgeous white kitchen Family room, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths Private westside lot, rec vehicle parking TO PREVIEW CALL DEBBIE!

2525 sq. ft. 1 1/2 storey home Family room and rec room 3 bedrooms, 3 washrooms Extra deep garage plus detached shop GREAT VALUE FOR THE DOLLAR.

ALL FOR THE FAMILY

23869 133RD AVE

A HORSE OF COURSE

The neighbourhood you dreamed of with quiet streets, well-kept homes and lawns, friendly people and children laughing. The house has 3 br, 3 baths, full basement, family kitchen and great room and room for an RV. It’s happiness for your family, in move-in condition.

PRICED AT $474,800

Doesn’t get any better than this 3 bdrm, 3 bath, bsmt, entry with a park - like privacy yard access. From main family room, there’s a huge rec room, breakfast patio, 2 car garage and a super gourmet kitchen.

PRICED TO SELL AT $534,900.

STOP AND LOOK.

Should go in the 5-stall barn with 5 turn-out paddocks and heated tack room that comes with this 2 1/2 acre ranch. Cute house with 3 bedrooms, 1 bedroom suite in barn plus extra 24 x 12 workshop, city water and close to town. Make this the place where you’ll want to hang your spurs. REDUCED $628,500

Jan Hickman 604-828-3445

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• 2 storey plus basement on city water and sewer

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FULLY FRESHENED 2 BEDROOM RANCHER NEW FLOORING, PAINT, CROWN MOLDING VAULTED CEILING IN THE LIVING AREAS GAS FIREPLACE, PARKING FOR TWO 50 PLUS, NEWER ROOF, CONVENIENT

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$449,900!!

• Family friendly cul-de-sac, and greenbelt behind $

789,900

13019 250th St., Maple Ridge

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OPEN SUNDAY 2 - 4 split entry in PITT MEADOW’S sought after WILDWOOD AREA • Sunny south-west facing backyard with flexible corner lot and double car garage

449,900

• Bright open floor plan with spacious family room up, and rec room below

19806 116a Ave. Pitt Meadows

• Walking distance to PMSS, and a commuters dream–with easy access to West Coast Express, Golden Ears and Pitt River bridge

$

23960 ABERNETHY

12259 – 233A STREET

WALK TO MEADOWRIDGE!!

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550-20395 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge (Westgate Centre) T: 604-465-0030 F: 604-465-0016

Andy Wallace 604.323.3613

LOOKING to buy or sell? Contact me for a free, no obligation, market evaluation!

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269,900

34-22900 126 Avenue, Maple Ridge

THANK YOU Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows!

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Saturday, February 25 1-4pm

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RICHARD BURLEIGH 778-878-1347

#3501 2980 Atlantic Ave, Coquitlam

$

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12071 204B Street, Maple Ridge This beautifully maintained home is just what you’ve been looking for. Brand new roof just installed two weeks ago. Magnified fenced backyard for the children’s safety and plenty of outdoor deck and patio space to entertain your family and friends. The downstairs suite could easily rent for $800/month.

$

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These spacious suites have everything.

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Open House Sunday, February 12 12–2

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616,900

RYAN HARTT

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FREE 3 MINUTE HOME EVALUATION

Julia Perrie

604-313-6158

FOR A FREE, NO OBLIGATION, MARKET EVALUATION CALL ME, ANYTIME! #203 19677 Meadow Gardens, Pitt Meadows $

1,195,000

23931 106 Avenue, Maple Ridge V2W 1E4 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 5,349 sq ft. Sub Zero Fridge, Wolf Six Burner Gas Range, Smart Wired - Home Automation, Gorgeous View of Golden Ears Mountains. MLS# V907637

Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist Service in Korean and English

Roy Choi 604 465 0030 roychoi.ca

$

282,000

WOW! This gorgeous suite faces right over the golf course and the mountains! It is pristine with fresh paint, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. You can walk to shopping, restaurants, transit, West Coast Express and just minutes from 2 new bridges!

Not to mention, you can walk to Meadow Gardens Club House too!

This suite offers a private locker in addition to insuite storage so you have room for your golf clubs too! Did I mention the “knock your socks off” view?

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#101-6622 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby

$

2 Units to Choose From

328,800

Open House Sunday, February 12 2–4

#207 & #302 11957 223rd Street • • • •

Downtown Maple Ridge Over 1000 square feet 2 bedrooms Strata Fee includes heat, gas & hot water

$

147,000

Spacious Ground Level Suite with sunny, open-floor plan! 9 ft ceilings! TWO bedrooms, TWO bathrooms. TWO PARKING SPACES! Bright, open-styled kitchen! Supersized patio with access to green space for your little poochy! Walk to shopping, transportation, recreation! This building includes a Sauna, Hot Tub and GYM! Why worry about waiting for an elevator or taking the stairs? This suite is one level in and one level out!

11844 Meadowlark Drive, Maple Ridge

$

454,900

Quiet street in the heart of Maple Ridge. This R2000 homes features ESWA heat, 2 X 6 Construction and everything the growing family is looking for. With a spacious kitchen overlooking a large deck and great big back yard there’s room for everyone! This is the first time home has been on the public market! Call quickly for your chance to view.

THIS COMMUNICATION IS NOT INTENDED TO CAUSE OR INDUCE BREACH OF AN EXISTING LISTING AND/OR BUYER’S AGREEMENT.

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TRAVIS FRANKLIN

FOR LEASE Retail Space

Residential & Commercial Real Estate

Cell: 604-351-0235 • E-mail: travis_franklin@telus.net OPEN SAT & SUN 12-3

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11871 GEE STREET

11339 DARTFORD ST.

CENTRAL LOCATION

FANTASTIC LOCATION

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3 bdrm with 3 baths Huge kitchen with large island Master with an amazing shower Separate detached 20 x 20 shop Large 17,424 sq ft lot

• 4 bdrms with 3 baths • Large rec room with full wet bar • Shopping & School within walking distance

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JASON

22363 Lougheed Highway

Just about ready 1925 sq. ft. rancher 3 bedrms & 2 baths Close to town centre

Al & Brenda JENKINS 604.467.3871 www.brendajenkins.com

MLS # V911660

MLS # V905829

M LS # V911489

1000 sq.ft. of prime retail space. Super street frontage and great exposure to busy Lougheed Highway. Plenty of parking at the rear of the building. Asking $18.00 psf plus triple net expenses. Available immediately. Please call Brenda at (604)816-6961 for more details.

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Open House Saturday & Sunday, February 11 & 12 2-4pm # 9 12099 237 TH ST

NEW LISTING The ‘Kanaka’

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Street

built by Falcon Homes

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3 Bedroom could be 4 Open plan - 9’ Ceilings on Main Floor Finished basement with walkout Greenbelt and trails across street Very nice landscaping Close to schools and parks Call today for a personal tour!

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• 5 acres • Reno’d House • Huge Barn

199,000

Asking $769,000

ROGER CUMMINGS

Offered at only $

399,900

• Big country kitchen • Fenced, flat • 3 bdrms, 3 bath

RON MITCHELL Cell 604-617-9642

604.828.7643

www.ronmitchell.bc.ca

TEAMTELEP www.teamtelep.com Lisa 604-970-2209 • lisa@teamtelep.com • OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 2-4 PM #37-24185 106B Avenue MLS# V930246

#24-11229 232nd St.

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• End unit in great location within complex • Over 1200 sq. ft. of living space • Very large & private fully fenced back yard • 3 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms • Close to schools, transit and shopping Call Lisa at 604-970-2209

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11179 Creekside St. • PRICE OPEN SAT & SUN 1-4

INCLUDES HST!

• 4 bdrm 2 storey with walk out basement • Granite counters & hardwood throughout • Quality builder, quality finishings!

• Stainless steel appliances • Great Family neighbourhood

$619,900

24355 102nd Ave.

22986 Gilbert Dr. No Strata Fees! No HST!

• Large two storey with fully finished basement • Kitchen has an island and lots of cupboard space • 3 bdrms up including master with large ensuite • Covered deck off the back and fenced yard

• Granite counters, s/s appliances • Laminate floors, designer colours • Open “Great Room” layout • 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom • Fully fenced yard

$449,900

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Located age properties. Views of countryside + You need to see these 4 new 2 storey homes. Area of newer homes. Proudly built + in a developing area. City water! Older and Mt. Cheam. 2 storey Pan-abode log + by Mt. Baker Enterprises. 3 and 4 bdrms, 3 baths + den. Great size lots! Close to + 3 bdrm rancher could use some elbow home. 3 bdrms up, det workshop, beaugrease but worth the effort. $498,000. tiful building sites. $519,900 schools. Open concept, designer colours. + + + To view call Bob 604.826.9000 + To view call Bob 604.826.9000 TOP AGENT!! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

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Future 1.2 acre development!! Priced for quick sale!! Old country two storey on an unbelievable parklike acreage!!!

Quiet area yet close to all amenities.

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2300 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom townhome in gated community. Walkout basement and beautiful view of Mt. Baker. Private location within the complex. $314,900

Newer, well kept condo complex! Beautiful one owner 2 bdrm, 2 full baths, your own laundry/utility room, gas f/pl, walk to churches, schools, shopping & recreation complex. $164,500

Backs onto Crown Land! Bring the horses to this 10 acre private property. 3 bdrm rancher, out buildings, workshop, chicken coop, cabin with elec. for guests.

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2 storey w/bsmnt home w/private backyard & RV parking! 4 bdrms up + den on main! Arches on open concept on main. Extra bdrm down! 2 gas f/p. A/C. Close to amenities. $699,800

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Nice 3 bdrm rancher. Garage/workshop!! Big backyard w/patio. Location is great for easy access to all amenities, churches, shopping & commuters. Home has been updated! $263,500

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Developer presents rehab centre with cheque from collected fines

Morningstar proud of its safety record When those who work on a construction site do not comply with the regulations imposed by WorkSafe BC, they are given a fine. Morningstar Homes decided that the funds should go to a good cause, and donated the $14,660 they collected last year to the GF Strong Rehabilitation Centre in Vancouver.

“Safety is not something we take lightly at Morningstar, and (we) have incorporated policies and procedures into our daily practices to make the workplace a safe environment for all,” says Morningstar President Robert Morse. “We seek to ensure the safest workplace possible and do everything within our power to educate and facilitate safe working practices.”

GF Strong is B.C.’s largest and most specialized centre for rehab. It serves people

with work-related injuries as well as those stemming from sports, an accident, a stroke or a degenerative condition such as ALS or Parkinson’s Disease.

“We are happy to report that we have never incurred a serious work-related accident in the history of Morningstar,” says VicePresident of Sales and Marketing Deborah Calahan. “It is our hope that through our diligence and commitment to a safe working environment that these infractions will continue to diminish ... we lead by example and hope this will encourage others to commit to the same high standard.”

Examples of fined offences include not wearing a hard hat or proper safety gear.

“We are proud of our record and we intend to keep it that way,” Calahan says.

‘Stylish single-level living’

Living the creekside life at Headwaters

by Kerry Vital

Situated beside creeks and sheltering trees, Headwaters in the Morgan Creek area of Surrey is a private, secluded enclave that almost reaches out and hugs you. With the creek on two sides, nature has done a superb job of creating a earthly paradise.

“Nature does the job better than I ever could,” says Treegroup VicePresident of Sales and Marketing Rod Sopko. With Treegroup’s 20 years of experience building homes, South Surrey showed them it had a lot of potential to be an amazing place to live.

With 13 different floorplans available, buyers at Headwaters won’t have any trouble finding the perfect condominium home to suit their needs.

“There is something there for everybody,” Sopko says. The homes range from 651 to 1,279 square feet, in a variety of one-, two- and threebedroom plans.

Inside, the kitchens and bathrooms are spectacular. With recessed pot lighting and beautiful shaker-style cabinetry in your choice of Rich Expresso Stain or Fresh Antique White, both the kitchen and master bathroom are calm and soothing. The kitchen backsplash is chic and modern, in either Cool Grey or Cloud White.

Complemented by the white-speckled Brazilian granite countertops and island in your gourmet kitchen, dark laminate wood flooring is a true focal point throughout the main living areas.

“

There is something here for everybody,” says Treegroup Vice-President of Sales and Marketing Rod Sopko.

big feature at Headwaters, the on-site business centre is a selling point as well.

With an Internet lounge, private offices available for meetings, a screening room and a conference room, your every business need will be taken care of. There is also a concierge available.

There is also a lifestyle centre that features a fireside lounge, gourmet kitchen, screening room and a flexible lounge space. The third jewel in the Headwaters amenities crown is the fitness centre, which includes a fully equipped gym and the use of a personal trainer. If your New Years resolution to

lose those last 10 pounds is falling by the wayside, you will no longer have any excuse at Headwaters.

If you feel like venturing off the property for a bit of recreation, there are several golf courses and athletic parks in the area. Shopping, restaurants and several schools are also just a short walk or drive away.

Located on-site at 15428 31st Avenue, the show suite and sales centre is open daily from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Homes start at $256,500. For more information, visit headwatersclub.ca or call 604-535-1451.

Each home includes a workspace area that Treegroup calls a Personal Hub. This space, with a built-in desk complemented by frosted glass accent windows and recessed lighting, can be used for anything you want, from a home office to a leisure nook perfect for curling up on a rainy day.

Buyers are already pleased with their purchase.

“The homes at Headwaters offer stylish single-level living as well as amazing on-site amenities that allow easy work-from-home flexibility and a host of leisure opportunities,” says Craig Harrold, who was so impressed that he e-mailed 25 of his friends to tell them about it, Sopko says.

While the location is definitely a

Martin Knowles photos

Stainless-steel appliances and chic granite countertops, above, are standard in every Headwaters home. With a cool colour scheme and modern fixtures, left, the bathrooms are an ode to relaxation and peace, while the exterior architecture, top, is complemented by stunning surroundings.

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•2100 sq ft, 4 bdrm home on a private 7200 sq ft lot •36 x 16 inground swimming pool and barbecue pit.

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11933 - 224th St., Maple Ridge

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Allow me to introduce you to your New Home

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Why Rent When You Can Own?

This is a spectacular built home by current owner. The home features 3 bedrooms with the master bedroom on the main floor. This home was built with energy efficiency in mind, with a boiler and heat exchanger.

Radiant heat throughout the home with 7 zones for climate control. Kitchen is large and open with an eating nook and island.

Features a double car garage with mezzanine for plenty of storage. Perfect for a first time buyer. Great corner location with a view.

Check out the virtual tour or come by and take a look.

Welcome to Mission... the Fraser Valley’s most affordable housing market.

Call me today and make your dreams of home ownership a reality!

LAURA CARTER

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LAST 8 HOMES – FINAL CLEARANCE NET HST INCLUDED ON REMAINING HOMES The name says it all. International award-winning design, built adjacent to 80+ acre Byrne Creek eco preserve, steps to Taylor Park Elementary and a short walk to SkyTrain. 2011 Built Green Award winner for Most Energy Efficient and Sustainable Community. Great one and two bedroom apartment homes still available – from $309,900*. Move in today!

VISIT THE SALES CENTRE 106-7488 BYRNEPARK WALK, BURNABY 604.515.1812

Check us out on Twitter, Facebook and adera.com. *Limitations apply. This is not an offering for sale. Sales by disclosure statement only. E & OE. Green Adera Projects Ltd. Adera Realty Corp. 2200 – 1055 Dunsmuir St., Vancouver V7X 1K8 604.684.8277

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OPEN HOUSE • Sat & Sun 2-4pm

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Pascal, who pioneered the study of pressure and gas-flow, was a devout believer in God. The same can be said of Faraday, who revolutionized physics with his breakthroughs in electricity and magnetism’ and Mendel, who discovered many of the laws of botany; Kepler, who was the first to predict the orbits of planets.

I could also speak of Planck, Boyle, Stokes, Maxell, Bacon and Lord William Kelvin.

Most scientists today consider Kelvin to stand alongside of Einstein and Newton as laying the foundation for modern physics.

This guy was so stunningly brilliant that he held a string of “letters” (honors, doctorates) behind his name that dwarfed anyone else in Europe at the time.

But Kelvin was not only a monolithic scientist (who helped us understand the mysteries of heat and entropy), but also a devout believer in God. He was so committed to his faith that he travelled and lectured extensively about the reliability of the Bible.

And, of course, I should mention Sir Isaac Newton –Mr. Planets, Mr. Gravity, Mr. Calculus. Without a doubt, Newton was the single most influential person in the history of science. But what most people do not know is that Newton’s real passion was in the study of the Bible. He dedicated more of his time and energy to studying the Scriptures than to the study of nature.

To these men, there was no conflict between science and Scripture. Faith and nature walked hand in hand to them.

And so we today, who claim to be people of science, can also study the Bible with full confidence.

These two things mix very well.

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odka and mayonnaise don’t mix. Or so I’ve been told. I can’t say that I’ve ever tried.

I’m not a vodka drinker and I just like mustard on my sandwiches.

But I do know that there are certain things that don’t mix well: the Canucks and Bruins; work and dating; driving and trimming your toe nails.

There is one other Acts of Faith thing that people say John Martens do not mix: religion and science. At least that’s what I’ve been told.

But being the rebel I am, I’ve spent most of my lifetime mixing unmixable things.

Being a Christian – and a minister, at that – I’m convinced that the bible is true, Jesus lived, died and came back to life again, and God created the universe.

But I’m also a scientist (at least I used to be). I have a PhD in physics from the University of Manitoba, where I used massive lasers, supersonic jets, and extremely rapid cooling to study biological molecules.

And I still believe in a Creator – more so than ever.

So how does one resolve this issue?

One way is to go back, way back, and consider some of the founding fathers of modern science.

First, there was Galileo, who invented the telescope. He said that the Bible cannot err (He got in trouble with the Roman Catholic Church not because of science, but because he insulted the Pope, who was actually a friend of his).

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Community Calendar Sunday, Feb. 12 • The Pitt Meadows Museum Sunday session will be making Shrinky-Dink Valentines as well as plenty of paper, lace and adornments for the more traditional at heart. For more information, contact the Museum at 604-465-4322 Tuesday, Feb. 14 • Whonnock Weavers and Spinners Guild will be meeting at Whonnock Lake Centre at 7:30 p.m. Visitors, guests, and new or potential members are welcome. Besides spinners and weavers, felters, knitters, basket makers, and anyone interested in any other fibre arts are welcome to join. For more information, call Marie at 604-462-9059.

• The Ridge Meadows Seniors’ Society at Pitt Meadows is holding a Valentine’s Tea at 1 p.m. in the Seniors’ Lounge at the Pitt Meadows Recreation Centre, 12027 Harris Road. $4 tickets are available in the lounge Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. More info at 604-465-2478.

• Bring your friends and spend a relaxing evening at the Maple Ridge Public Library with a must see World Film. This week’s film is the The White Ribbon (Germany, 2009) and begins at 6 p.m. Refreshments available. Admission is free.

• The Ridge Meadows Retired Teachers are having a friendship pot luck luncheon at Thomas Haney Secondary School from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Suddaby Room.

Lorill Garcea, from the Council of Senior Citizens of B.C., will speak on the topic, “An Age-Friendly Community.” All retired educators are invited to attend. Bring a friend and bring a hot or cold pot luck item that can serve four people. Cutlery and plates as well as hot beverages will be provided. Please contact Don Sears at 604-464-3886 or donsears@telus.net for more information.

• The Holy Wow Poets are at The Act Theatre on Valentine’s Day at 7 p.m., and will be hosting an evening of romantic poetry with guest of honor Candice James, the Poet Laureate of New Westminster and vice president of the Federation of B.C. Writers. She will be launching her book Bridges and Clouds. Also Festival of Lights Holy Wow Poets will be reciting their poetry entrants.

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Wednesday, Feb. 15 • Maple Ridge Garden Club meets at Fraserview Community Center at 6:30 p.m. Speaker is Deborah Jones from the Cougar Creek Streamkeepers of North Delta, who will be speaking on rain gardens, big and small. Guest fee is $2 for drop-in or join the

Garden Club for $20 per year, $25 per couple, $15 for single seniors. For more information, call 604-467-2956.

• The Golden Ears Go Gos will hold their monthly meeting on at 6:30 p.m. in the Alouette Room at the Maple Ridge Library. This organizations supports the Stephen Lewis Foundation which assists the grandmothers of Africa who are raising their AIDS orphaned grandchildren. New members are welcome.

Thursday, Feb. 16 • The Meadow Ridge Knights Community Football Association is holding its annual general meeting at 7 p.m. at Thomas Haney secondary.

Ongoing • Volunteer wanted. Be a mentor for newcomers who are new to Canada. Settlement Mentoring is looking for volunteers acting as a community guide and resource person. Time commitment is two to three hours once a week for three to six months. Contact ISS of BC in Maple Ridge at 778-284-7026, ext. 1582 or email smentoring.mr.@issbc. org • The BAMA Bluegrass Circle drop-in sessions are held the second and fourth Thursdays

of every month from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Bergthorson Academy Pitt Meadows location, 12229 Harris Road Pitt Meadows. They are hosted by Denis Leclerc, the well know local personality, fiddle, banjo, mandolin player and story teller. Bring your instrument, good harmony and join in.

• Marriage Matters: Building Connections in Marriage Conference is being held February 16 to 18 at CornerStone Neighbourhood Church.

Don and Deb Schuiling are the presenters. Registration and further info at events@ cornerstoneneighbourhood.com or call 604-462-1161 • Ridge Meadows Hospice

Jim, Monisha & Michelle, the News Society requires visiting volunteers. Our next training session will begin in February. Please call the society office to register or to learn more about how you can volunteer. 604-463-7722 or visit www.ridgemeadowshospicesocciety.com • The Bergthorson Glee Choir is raising money for the Heart and Stroke Foundation again this year by offering singing telegrams for those special someones. For $30, it will go to a loved one’s house or place of work and sing one of four songs dedicated to them to Rayne Beveridge 604-716-3057, raynebeveridge@hotmail.com for more details or to book a valentine.

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Gregory rink leads Masters staff reporter Terry Gregory’s rink captured sole possession of first-place in the final game of Haney Master’s League play Wednesday.

Along with Max Albrechtsen (third), Walter Vesa (second) and Earl King (lead), Gregory ensured his place atop the standings with an easy 8-2 win over Bill Gardner.

Gregory’s rink put together a solid performance throughout league play this session only losing once in their last eight games and finishing with an 8-1-1 record for a three-point lead over second-place finishers Jack Stadel and Wayne Chin.

The Stadel rink, leaders most of the season, faltered with two consecutive losses - in part due to Stadel being absent - as he was representing Haney in the Pacific Coast Master’s Championships in Cloverdale this week.

Stadel was part of the Angelo Masaro rink which was eliminated from the over70 competition after struggling to a 2-2 record. Lorne Fletcher’s rink, consisting of Hilly Boonstra (third), Greg Hook (second) and Chris Martin (lead), also competed in the Master’s Championships losing both games in the over-60 category.

The Haney Masters League now begins play-offs to determine the Spring Champions. sports@mapleridgenews.com

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Saves the day Kyle Frandsen of the Ridge Meadows Rustlers bantam A2 hockey team slides across the crease to make a save on Aldergrove’s Brody Buchner, Jan. 28 at the Aldergrove Arena. Aldergrove won 6-5.

Burrards trade for ‘banger-type’ Maple Ridge gives up third round draft pick to land Simon Giourmetakis

by R o b e r t M a n g e l s d o r f staff reporter The Maple Ridge Burrards added some depth up front this week with the addition of attacker Simon Giourmetakis. The Burrards parted ways with a third-round draft pick to sign the 22-year-old, who was drafted by Langley last year in the fifth round.

“He’s a solid kid, and he comes

with great character references,” said Burrards coach and general manager Daren Fridge. “He fits that banger-type role, and he gives us flexibility, because he can play a lot of roles.”

At six-foot, 200 pounds, Fridge said he hopes the young utility player will give the team another option up front and help create space for the team’s other attackers.

Giourmetakis didn’t suit up for Langley last season, instead playing his senior year with the NCAA Division 1 Canisius College Golden Griffins field lacrosse team in Buffalo.

Giourmetakis was named a con-

ference all-star after leading the Griffins with 34 points (22 goals, 12 assists) in 12 games, and had the top shooting percentage among all NCAA starters, with .511.

Originally from Edmonton, Giourmetakis was captain of the Edmonton Eclipse junior A team, where he put up 114 points in 32 regular season games in 2008 and 2009.

In 2010, Giourmetakis was part of the Minto Cup-winning Coquitlam Adanacs junior A squad, where he scored 14 points in eight regular season

games, as well as four points in three games in the playoffs.

He’ll be in familiar company with the Burrards, who feature a strong contingent from the 2010 national c h a mp i o n s h i p team including Riley Loewen, Garrett McIntosh, and goaltender Chris Seidel, as well as recent draftees David Joyce, Tom Seeman and Brandon Bertoia.

The Burrards announced the trade Monday night at the 2012 Western Lacrosse Association junior draft.

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All wet Tina Sheard (left) of the Pitt Meadows Pirates tries to get the ball away from a member of the Fort Langley Islanders during a Fraser Valley over-30 women’s Division 3 league game in the pouring rain at the Pitt Meadows Athletic Fields on Jan. 29.

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Burrards start WLA season May 20 at home

Giourmetakis

Burrards from p39 There the Burrards picked up a number of young players, including David Joyce (first round, fourth overall), Daniel Amesbury (second round, 11th overall), Brandon Bertoia (fourth round, 25th overall), goalie Blake Duncan (fifth round, 32nd over-

all), Colton Porter (sixth round, 39th overall), Blake Mattinson (seventh round, 46th overall), Tom Seeman (eighth round, 53rd overall), Scott Constable (ninth round, 60th overall), Jonathon Rakic (10th round, 67th overall), and Devon Wilson (11th round, 74th overall).

Giourmetakis and the Burrards are slated to hit the rink for training camp in late April.

The Burrards open the 2012 Western Lacrosse Association season Sunday, May 20, at home at Planet Ice against the Coquitlam Adanacs.

Game time is 6:45 p.m. sports@mapleridgenews.com

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Pitt Meadows’ Ciaran McDonnell helped set a pair of records as the Simon Fraser University men’s swim team swept the University of Puget Sound at a swim meet between the two teams last weekend.

McDonnell was part of SFU’s 200-metre medley team along with Hans Heyer, Julian Monks, and Adam Kautz, which swam in a time of 1:45.83 to set a new meet record.

McDonnell also broke a 12-year old record in the men’s 100-metre butterfly with his lead swim of 26.92.

SFU went on to win all five races against UPS at the meet.

The SFU swim team is next in action Feb. 16 to 19 at the Western Canadian Championships in Winnipeg.

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Pacific International Junior Hockey League Regular season standings

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Harold Brittain Conference Name GP W L T OTL Pts GF GA Aldergrove Kodiaks 36 25 9 1 1 52 150 112 Abbotsford Pilots 38 24 12 0 2 50 138 110 Port Moody Black Panthers 38 10 23 1 4 25 124 212 Ridge Meadows Flames 37 8 28 0 1 17 107 186 Mission Icebreakers 37 5 29 0 3 13 102 210 Tom Shaw Conference Name GP W L Richmond Sockeyes 38 32 6 Delta Ice Hawks 38 27 8 North Delta Devils 38 22 12 North Vancouver Wolf Pack 38 17 18 Grandview Steelers 38 14 18

T OTL Pts GF GA 0 0 64 203 55 1 2 57 193 95 0 4 48 132 121 2 1 37 123 157 3 3 34 120 134

PIJHL scoring leaders Players Spencer Traher Thomas Hardy Jeremy Hamaguchi Carter Popoff Kevan Kilistoff Kyzen Loo Cody Smith Anthony Brito Julian Klaric Trevor Kang Adam Rossi Danny Brandys Aaron Merrick Brady Bjornson

Team Ice Hawks Kodiaks Sockeyes Sockeyes Sockeyes Sockeyes Ice Hawks Ice Hawks Black Panthers Black Panthers Pilots Flames Ice Hawks Wolf Pack

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WLA team Coquitlam Burnaby Burnaby Maple Ridge Langley Victoria Nanaimo Coquitlam Langley Burnaby Maple Ridge Burnaby Nanaimo Nanaimo Coquitlam Nanaimo Victoria Langley Victoria Langley New West Coquitlam Nanaimo Burnaby Maple Ridge Victoria Victoria New West Coquitlam Nanaimo New West Maple Ridge

Name Junior team Travis Cornwall Coquitlam Jackson Decker Burnaby Casey Jackson Coquitlam David Joyce Coquitlam Mark Matthews Coquitlam Karsen Leung Victoria Cody Bremner Nanaimo Travis Irving New West Tor Reinholdt Coquitlam Justin Salt New West Daniel Amesbury New West Colton Hayes Langley Kyle Hofer Nanaimo Ryan Keith Delta Ryan Johnson Coquitlam Tyler Matheson Victoria Michael Krgovich Coquitlam Matthew MacGrotty New West Mitch McLaren Saanich Leif Mydske New West Mike Berekoff Delta Daniel McQuade New West Ryan Sage Nanaimo TJ Cowx New West Brandon Bertoia Coquitlam Asahel Beaudet Nanaimo Steve Higgs Delta Mark Negrin New West Jordan Catton New West Brandon McLean Delta Jeff Sproule New West Blake Duncan Delta

Senior boys’ high school basketball League standings AAA Abbotsford West Team GP Walnut Grove 6 Maple Ridge 7 W.J. Mouat 5 Brookswood 6 Mennonite Ed. Ins. 6 AAA Fraser Valley North Team GP Terry Fox 8 Pitt Meadows 8 Heritage Woods 9 Centennial 8 North Surrey 8 Port Moody 7 Gleneagle 9 Pinetree 9 Fraser Heights 7 Dr. Charles Best 7 Riverside 8 AA Fraser Valley North Team GP Mission 7 Archbishop Carney 8 Thomas Haney 6 Samuel Robertson 4 Garibaldi 5

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A Fraser Valley West Team GP Southpointe 7 Meadowridge 8 B.C. Christian 6 MR Christian 5

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Pts PF PA 10 355 324 8 353 345 6 320 329 0 194 241

Senior girls’ basketball standings AAA Fraser Valley Tier 1 Team GP Brookswood Bobcats 6 Riverside Rapids 6 Maple Ridge Ramblers 5 Gleneagle Talons 6 Centennial Centaurs 5 Yale Lions 5 Fleetwood Park Dragons 2 Terry Fox Ravens 3 Chilliwack Storm 3 Delta Pacers 4 WJ Mouat Hawks 3 Walnut Grove Gators 6

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L 0 1 1 3 2 3 1 2 2 3 3 6

+/- Pts 189 12 101 10 73 8 24 6 22 6 18 4 -4 2 -33 2 -49 2 -69 2 -66 0 -206 0

AAA Fraser Valley Tier 1 Team GP Archbishop Carney Stars 7 Mission Roadrunners 8 Pitt Meadows 6 Samuel Robertson Tech. 6 Westview Wildcats 6 Garibaldi Rebels 5

W 7 5 5 2 0 0

L 0 3 1 4 6 5

+/- Pts 287 14 96 10 93 10 -176 4 -132 0 -168 0

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RAVELLI - Margaret (nee: Ryan) June 22, 1921 – February 5, 2012 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Margaret. Marg was born at Berrick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland, England. At the age of 8 her family immigrated to Canada after receiving a land grant from the British Government due to their father’s service with the Royal British Engineers in WWI. After the start of WWII Marg, her father Thomas, her younger brother Tommy, and sister Nancy joined the Canadian Military. Their youngest sister Mary was too young to enlist.

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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

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.

Close to major route

Open House & Registration for September 2012

604.465.9822

Thornhill Corner Montessori

OUR READERS WILL BE LOOKING FOR

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

YOU WHEN THEY NEED REPAIRS OR

Websters Corner Montessori

RENOVATION SERVICES.

604-463-3572

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

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

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PRE-SCHOOLS

Please visit us at www.montessoricorner.ca

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”

NOW ACCEPTING

REGISTRATION FOR SEPT. 2012 LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE

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ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING

Certified in Bookkeeping, Accounting, Income tax.

Personal &, Small business, Year-end, Financial statements Reasonable Rates Call Terry

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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.

604.836.4885

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

Expedia CruiseShipCenters Now open in Maple Ridge

JOIN OUR TEAM Turn your passion for travel into a career selling cruises.

We offer: ~ a flexible work life ~ the freedom to travel ~ ongoing education & support Learn more about how you can CHANGE YOUR LIFE at our discovery night Wed February 15th 7pm RSVP by February 14th Louis Venter 604-561-2719

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Assistant Coordinator part-time Ridge Meadows Youth & Justice Advocacy Association is a nonprofit organization which assists youth in conflict by utilizing Restorative Resolutions to promote responsibility, reliability, and resiliency; thereby helping them truly understand the effect their actions and behaviours have on themselves and their community.

As the p/t assistant coordinator, your primary responsibilities will be to work with the Program Coordinator and: D Coordinate, oversee, and handle organizational details for community accountability panels and family group conferences D Assign, communicate, support, and co-mentor with volunteer mentors D Assist in recruiting, screening, interviewing, and training volunteers D Maintain and monitor all aspects of youth files D Assist in procuring services for youth and families D Assist with all aspects of the association’s daily activities You will have superior communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships with volunteer mentors, referral partners, and community agencies, as well as the board of directors.

You will be required to work flexible hours and to have your own transportation.

You must be able to obtain and maintain RCMP security clearance.

Experience and education in the fields of Restorative Justice, Child and Youth Care, Youth Justice, or Social Work is required.

A letter of application, resume, and four references can be forwarded no later than 3:00pm, February 17 2012 to:

Ridge Meadows Youth & Justice Advocacy Association, 11960 Haney Place, Maple Ridge BC V2X 6G1

or email:

connect@youthdiversion.ca

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Retirement Concepts is now hiring a Full Time Sales & Marketing Coordinator for our state-of-the-art Maple Ridge Seniors Village. In this key role you will lead all marketing initiatives in the local community to increase interest in, and occupancy of, our facility.

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

Do you want to make a difference for children in the Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows communities?

Do you possess a minimum of a two year post secondary diploma in the social, human services or child and youth work ¿eld? Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Fraser Valley is seeking a dynamic, con¿dent and experienced Mentoring Coordinator for a 15 hour per week position.

For details visit the Job Opportunities section of our website at www.mentoringworks.ca. Submit your resume and a cover letter no later than February 17, 2012 by fax 604.852.2518 or email to brenda.bertin@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca.

We would like to thank all applicants however only quali¿ed candidates will be contacted for the interview process.

EXPERIENCED Lane Closure Tech’s and Traffic Control people req’d. immediately. 604-866-9925 or email Traffic_King@shaw.ca

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HELP WANTED

LOOKING FOR WORK?

Check out bcclassified.com Help Wanted - Class 130

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 WANTED: Trained Hairdressers, Male or Female for Salons in Grand Prairie, Alberta & area. 780-933-1236 HAIR 4 U

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(Valleyfair Mall) Requires an Experienced p/t stylist.

Drop off resume @ front desk Attn Andrea.

EDUCATION

FLAG PERSONS & LANE TECH PERSONNEL NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

WE WILL TRAIN! COMPETITIVE RATES Must Have Reliable Insured Vehicle And Provide A Clean Drivers Abstract!

CHAIR RENTAL

HELP WANTED

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

HELP WANTED

ORDER ENTRY ASSOCIATES Required *Seasonal work* (Feb.Sept.) with potential for F/T at a busy company in Aldergrove.

The following skills/attributes are a must: D Self-motivated.

D Excellent attention to detail D Strong keyboarding skills D Previous data entry experience D Exceptional customer service skills D Comfortable using most Microsoft office programs

Send resume with salary expectations to: Leanne.Woelke@school specialty.com

Time for a new car?

Check out the transportation section (800’s) of the classifieds to find “Deals On Wheels”

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EDUCATION

BECOME AN OPTICIAN IN ONLY 6 MONTHS

Please E-mail Resume: grasdald@telus.net

Hair stylist only, Maple Ridge area.

Clientele req’d. (604)968-3755

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LANDSCAPER LABOURERS with experience in retaining walls.

Starts @ $16./hr Fax 604-462-7853

Allure Hair Fashions

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Optical Dispensing is a high-growth industry with good pay and job security. Train for a “Career With Vision”. START YOUR OWN BUSINESS!!

• 6-month program . . . starts Feb. 20th, 2012 • Financial assistance available • Hurry . . . enrolment limited!!

B.C. COLLEGE OF OPTICS

EDUCATION

#208 - 10070 King George Blvd., Surrey, BC www.bccollegeofoptics.ca

604.581.0101

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, FEBRUARY. 18, 2012 - 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

VISIT WITH STUDENTS & STAFF! PROGRAM PRESENTATIONS: - PRACTICAL NURSING - HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT - COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER - LEGAL - MEDICAL OFFICE ASSISTANT - BUSINESS

Retirement Concepts is an equal opportunity employer.

Mentoring Coordinator

DIRECT SALES REPRESENTATIVES. Canada’s premiere home automation and Security Company is NOW hiring AprilAugust. No experience necessary. Travel Required. E-mail resume: kkurtze@vivint.com Visit: www.vivint.ca

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

EXPERIENCED LANDSCAPER Salary negotiable depends on exp.

Car an asset. 604-250-9383 Andy

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HELP WANTED

FARM WORKERS

Needed for Seasonal work from April to November in Pitt Meadows Duties: Weed control, pruning, harvesting berries & all general farm labour. Must be reliable & able to work in all weather conditions with minimum supervision.

Wage $9.60/hr, 40-60 hrs/wk. Fax resume: Attn: Sue to 604-465-0300

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

Requisite skills and qualities include:

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FARM WORKERS

Like music and a team environment? No experience nec, no telemarketing, 10 openings available.

Call Erica at 604-777-2195

Maple Ridge

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

EDUCATION

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

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

Sales & Marketing Coordinator

• Excellent at developing & maintaining relationships with qualified prospects, families, community service providers & other community members • Proven sales skills and outstanding interpersonal abilities • Experience in conducting public information sessions, tours, and general advertising/media planning preferred.

Please submit your resume IMMEDIATELY, in the strictest confidence, via our website at: www.retirementconcepts.com/careers.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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Get into the Driver’s seat with a recognized industry leader earning the income you deserve!

Are you a quality Class 1 Driver or Owner Operator?

Our Recruiters are ready to take your call!

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HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 134

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

PERSONAL SERVICES 171

PERSONAL SERVICES

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

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

CARRIERS NEEDED The following routes are now available to deliver the NEWS in Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows 41011022 - Bonson Rd, Maple Pl Somerset Dr 41011033 - Callaghan Close, Carter Close, Hoffman Way, Sutton Ave, Thornburn Way 41011030 - Cobblestone Lane, Fieldstone Walk, Streamstone Walk 40330340 - 206 A St, 206B St, Thorne Ave 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 40100126 - 230 St, Dewdney Trunk Rd 40100131 - 116 Ave, 225 St, Brickwood Close 40210226 - 124 B Ave, 125A Ave, 230 St, Abernathy Way 41011004 - Bonson Rd, Oak Terrace, Park Rd 40400424 - 133 Ave, Boulder Pl, Bryant Dr, Granite Way 40400401 - 121A Ave, 232 St, 232B St, Dewdney Trk Rd 40220266 - 124 Ave, 221 St, Davson St, Moody St 40400432 - 138A Ave, 139 Ave, 139A Ave, 2229 Lane, 229 St, 229B St, 230 St, Docksteader Loop 40330325 - Beckley St, Kent St, Lorne Ave, Princess St, Wharf St

SHAKE & SHINGLE PUB Must be available for all shifts especially weekends

Servers / Bar Tender & Line Cook

Competitive wages, medical & dental for those who qualify.

Must be available for all shifts.

Apply in person with resume to:

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

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

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

9610~ 287 St. Maple Ridge or Fax: 604. 462. 0392

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MIND BODY SPIRIT

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com Saving time, money & steps Before you go anyplace else,take a walk through the Classifieds for the best bargains round.

BC Company accepting resume’s for: Journeyman Sheet Metal, Plumbers, Gas B or A Fitters, Welders, Millwrights & 4th yr plumbers.

Comprehensive package. Forward resumes, certifications with cover stating pay rate to: Box 694, C/O The Tribune, 188 - 1st Ave N, Williams Lake, BC V2G 1Y8.

bcclassified.com

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Dewdney Trunk, M. Ridge Corner Max Gas Station

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

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ACCOUNTING Done Accurately Small Business, P/U & Delivery Bookkeeping, Payroll, Tax Returns, HST.604-814-0967 / 604-862-1596

JASMINE’S RELAXATION TOUCH Pain and stress relief. Tranquil Setting / Comfort studio. M/Ridge 778-888-3866 (9am-9pm) ph or text

CONCRETE & PLACING

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PIPE LAYER

Bsmt suites, bathrooms, windows siding, H/W tank installation, etc NO JOB TOO SMALL

Gary 467-3024 Cellular 604-671-9694

EAGLE TILE

UNIQUE CONCRETE DESIGN

101 - 19070 Lougheed Hwy, Pitt Meadows A - 20779 Lougheed Hwy Maple Ridge Your local natural stone distributors. Custom made Granite Countertops.

Slate Granite Marble Tile Tumbled stone.

Large selection of Porcelain & Ceramic Sales & Service 604.463.0718 ~ 604.460.6656

F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured

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

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CONTRACTORS

RDL VENTURES General Contracting ~ Framing Forming ~ Farm Buildings ~Renovations ~ 30 yrs exp.

(778)214-4743 or 604-351-9715 257

DRYWALL

45 Years in the drywall trade. All size jobs boarding, taping, spraying.

Big or small. Wayne 778-242-2060 CASCADE DRYWALL. Res / Comm Drywall, taping, text. ceilings, t-bar. steel stud. Call Rob 604-218-2396 Ceiling Restoration: taping & boarding respray, repaint, trowel over, 30 yrs exp. Del 604-505-3826 HUGH’S DRYWALL The clean professional way.

Taping / Textured ceilings 463-5413

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ELECTRICAL

(#102055) Bonded

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

.Jim’s Moving Winter Service

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

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HANDYPERSONS

THE Complete Handyman/Home services Painting / Plumbing / Electrical / Flooring-Tile & Laminate. No job to small / Reasonable rates / Work guaranteed. Murray - H-604461-7981 /C-604-618-0984

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

High Caliber Construction Repair, Replace, Remodel...

CUSTOM HOMES • Basement, Kitchen & Bath Remodels • Room Additions • Drywall • Paint • Texture • Finishing • Floors & More

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.

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WE’RE ON THE WEB

WE HAVE GOOD WAGES, OVERTIME PREMIUMS & BENEFITS PKG.

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

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

A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.

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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

FENCING

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

Servers

with experience for Casual & Fine Dining Apply in person at Bella Vita 22471 Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge.

CEDAR & CHAINLINK FENCING “Where Quality matters more than Quantity” Reasonable Rates.

Free Estimates. Call Marv:

WELDER FABRICATOR ASSEMBLY LINE WORKERS A well established truck & trailer company has immediate openings for several experienced positions at their location in Surrey. These are permanent positions, wages are negotiable.

Candidates who fulfill the requirement should: Fax resume 604-596-3106

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 HOUSECLEANING~Affordable Rates Reliable, Dependable Service 778-322-3575

Sunday April 29, 2012

Lace up for someone you love I walk because the MS Society helped my Mom in so many ways and continues to help our family.

Belinda Neumann Captain, Committed Crusaders

Rocky Point Park, Port Moody Check In: 8 am Start: 10 am

Register now to end MS mswalks.ca | 604.602.3221 1.800.268.7582

(604)462-0408

Dean 604-834-3076

GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine.

7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

RTA Accounting - Corporate & Personal Tax - Full Cycle Bookkeeping - Payroll, T4s. Call 604-889-0410

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Kitchens, Bathrooms, Flooring, Drywall, Garages, Decks & more * 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE* INSURED ~ WCB

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Excavation Company based out of Maple Ridge is looking for experienced civil and residential pipe layers. If you are a team player looking for long term employment this is a great opportunity.

Qualified applicants call Dave at 604-690-0044 or fax resume to 604-465-9176 or email: frazerexcavation@shaw.ca

Home Renovations and New Construction

meadowslandscapesupply.com

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

778.885.7074 Trent Reisinger

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

CHOICE RENOVATIONS

LEO: Mobile #657-2375, 462-8620

Bookkeeping & Accounting Payroll, Year-end, Financial Statements, Income Taxes E-FILE Service Ph: 604-465-2123 Cellular: 604-788-0161

CLEANING SERVICES

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Call: (604)460-8776

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

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Please send your resume with a hand written cover letter to rob.j@mrtruss.com

GARDENING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

DRNEWEARTH.COM

NO JOB TOO SMALL

LEGAL SERVICES

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HERFORT CONCRETE

CRIMINAL RECORD?

604-460-8058 #7 - 20306

Skills Required; • Proficiency in reading Blue Prints • Ability to visualize in 3D • Must be computer literate • AutoCAD exp. an asset • Attention to detail a must • Ability to work in a team environment Salary commensurate with experience.

Group Benefits Plan.

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Shopping made easy.

DRAFTS PERSON / DETAILER Required for Maple Ridge Truss in Pitt Meadows. Must have a min. of 5 years exp. in the building construction industry. Wood frame construction knowledge is an asset.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771

BELRON RENOVATIONS INC.

HOME RENOVATIONS Decks - Bathrooms - Kitchens Flooring & Tile Work Local Maple Ridge Company Small Jobs OK

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FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS

(778)233-1114 Ray HOOT & OWL Renovations & repairs Email: hoot&owl@telus.net Gary 604-339-5430

Ceramic Tiles, Hardwood Laminate Guaranteed work, Free Estimate.

Cell 604-618-6401 Marcel.

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HELP WANTED

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HELP WANTED

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HOME REPAIRS

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.

MOULDER/GRINDER

OPERATOR Must have experience.

Great compensation package.

Monday to Friday position available. www.WESTCOASTMOULDING.com Send resume to shop@WESTCOASTMOULDING.com or call 604-513-1138

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 300

LANDSCAPING

DRNEWEARTH.COM Call: (604)460-8776

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 317

✶Dump Site Now Open✶

Landscape Construction Renovations W Maintenance

604-463-3644 604-861-1490

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(604)466-8931 www.sajeplumbing.ca

Did you just get engaged?

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.

Bring a smile to your community!

Advertise your engagement with us, call 604-575-5555

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

ABACUS ROOFING Asphalt roofs, Re & Re, Shake conversions *30yrs Exp.

AFFORDABLE MOVING Local & Long Distance

Call Chris

$45/Hr

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From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos CHECK CLASSIFIEDS bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

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

PLUMBING

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

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

DUTCH TOUCH Green Services Ltd

MISC SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

604-462-9009 356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

604-537-4140 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials.

Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

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

329 PAINTING & DECORATING 2 HUNGRY PAINTERS Int./Ext. + POWER WASHING. Man & Wife with combined Exp. of 75+ Years. 604-467-2532

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

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com

778-233-4949 T & K Haulaway

RUBBISH removal. Bobcat/dump trailer. Reno/repairs. hoot&owl@ telus.net Gary 604-339-5430.

RECYCLE-IT!

JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly • Estate Services • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses & More!

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

SAWDUST

www.augustinesoilandmulch.com

S. H. Landscaping Tree Services Trimming W Pruning W Topping Clean-upW Garbage Removal

LOCAL HAY FOR SALE. Good Quality! 60lb bale average. $6/bale.

Pitt Meadows. Call 604-505-4087.

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MISC. FOR SALE

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

REAL ESTATE 626

HOUSES FOR SALE

BEAGLE PUPS, tri colored, good looking, healthy, vet check $400.

(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

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$36/HOUR. Local lic’d Plumber.

Big & small jobs. Plumbing, heating, plugged drains, call 778-245-7646

Lawn care

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

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Dble. yellow head Amazon parrot w/extra large cage. Exp. lrge bird keepers only.$1400. 604-823-6782.

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPIES Male/Female, shots, micro-chip, vet checked, health guarantee. $2400.

Call 604-970-3807.

www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

GOLDEN Retriever puppies, born Jan. 7th, family raised, very well socialized, 1st shots & deworming included. Mission 604-820-4827.

RENTALS 706

LAB cross puppies, vet checked, 1st shots, eager and social $350, 604-823-6739 afternoons/evenings.

COQUITLAM, low rise concrete bldg, 2nd flr, 2 bdrm, 2 baths, undg sec. prk, gas F/P, balcony, $1150.

Avail. immed. Call (778) 889-3731.

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

22170 Dewdney Trunk Road

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

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TOPSOIL

SCREENED TOPSOIL MUSHROOM MANURE BARK MULCH 604-467-3003

TREE SERVICES

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AUCTIONS ANTIQUE AUCTION Monday Feb 13th, 7pm

Furniture, Royal Albert China, Doulton Figures, Crystal, Long Case Brass faced Clock, Collection Coca Cola memorabilia. Lots more.

View Sunday 1-5pm Monday from 10am Central Auction #313-20560 Langley Bypass (# 10 Hwy) (604)534-8322 www.centralauction.ca

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604.764.9594

BUILDING SUPPLIES

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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Free Estimates BBB • WCB • Insured

APARTMENT/CONDO

COQUITLAM: 2 bdrm 2 bthrm- 996 sf. Cls to shopping, Douglas College & amen. March 1. N/s, N/p. $1350/mo. Call 604-941-3259

MINI SCHNAUZER pups. 1st shots, dewormed, tails docked, vet ✓ $800/ea. Call 604-657-2915.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

TOWNHOUSES

ABBOTSFORD. TOWNHOUSE in 55+ complex. 1200 sf, 2 bdrm. 1.5 baths, large living room, oak kit, 2 decks. Small pet ok. Walk to shops.

Quiet area. Moving ~ must sell. $184,000. 604-308-0451 8am-7pm.

CAVALIER King Charles Spaniels, vet checkd, vaccinated. Champion Sired. (604)630-7788

604-463-4568

2 Bdrm, 2 bath, avail March 1.

3 appl’s ~ laundry hk-up, new carpet ~ new paint. $904/mo. $2000 for shares.

No subs, credit check.

548

FURNITURE

#1 Cash Buyer “Since 1987” $$CASH $$ for your furniture, tools, electronics, antiques, appliances, computers & collectibles.

PAUL BUNYAN Tree Service * ISA Certified Arborist *Hazard Tree Removal * Crown Reduction & Falling * Stump Grinding *Prune & Hedge Trim * Arborist Reports Insured WCB Free Estimates

604-942-6907

WW ANYTHING OF VALUE WW Single items to entire households

463-4449 or 209-6583 MATTRESSES staring at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331 Queen Pillow Top Mattress & Box • 720 Coil 2.5’’ Pillowtop • Brand New • 10 yr. warranty • Your Price $490 604.807.5864 The Mattress Guy

Your LOCAL Tree Service, For Honest Prices & Quality Work Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certified Arborist Free Estimates * Fully Insured

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GARAGE SALES

MAPLE RIDGE

GARAGE MOVING SALE

Sat. Feb. 11, 9:30-3 10454 CAMERICK CR.

LAKEFRONT HOME TEN MILE LAKE QUESNEL BC. PROPERTYGUYS.COM #68177

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APARTMENT/CONDO

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOMES BC The OLDER. The DIRTIER. The BETTER. Flexible Terms. Quick Closing.

Call us First! 604.657.9422

New SRI Single and double wides in Ruskin park with river view from $89,900. Chuck 604-830-1960

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

Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $

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627

New SRI Manufactured Homes.

Single Double Modulars on display.

Repossessions 1974-2004.

Chuck 604-830-1960.

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

RENTALS

LAKEFRONT HOME TEN MILE LAKE QUESNEL BC. $439,000.

PROPERTYGUYS.COM #68177

Samoyed Pups Champion Sired, Vet chk/ vac. $1200: 604-630-7788 www.summerhillsamoyeds.com

A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv.

Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping.

Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports

Weeding W New Turf Fertilizing W Moss Control Power Raking W Aeration Free Estimate 17 years experience in Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows 604.230.1634 or 604.467.3724

HOUSES FOR SALE

Devonshire Housing Co-op

PLUMBING

360 PLUMBING & HEATING. Gas, plumbing, heating, reno’s, repairs.

20 years exp., reliable & courteous.

Lic’d. Bonded. Jack 778-835-4416

626

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

Flower Beds W Allan Blocks Bark Mulch W River Lava Rock

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

560

PETS

AMERICAN Terrier Pitbulls purebred. $1,000. negot. Vet ✔, 3 wks old. Reseve now. 604-217-2983

Gardening

287

FEED & HAY

REAL ESTATE

POMERIAN Teacup loving babies, 1st shots, dewormed, dew claws done $650 + (604)581-2772

Available for Delivery Call for pricing 604-465-5193 or 604-465-5197

456

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

www.recycleitcanada.ca

604.587.5865

Hemlock, Fir & Cedar

PETS

MAPLE RIDGE 2 bdrm + den, new building immed, inste w/d N/P, N/S, 2 parking $1250 (604)218.5903

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 WE, shops,parks,schls. Now. NS/NP,refs. Rents Start@ $1250 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 M.Ridge Beautiful 3000 s/f newer home in Albion area. 5Bdrm + den. March 1st. 1Cat ok. $2000.

PoCo W. condo 1bdr 675s/f, hw flrs, w.i. closet, gas f/p, storage, 2 prk,1sml pet, lrg gr/lvl patio. $900

MAPLE INN 11695 -224th St Maple Ridge - 1 Bdrm $550/mo includes hot water .

Certified Crime Free Building Mature adult oriented.

Close to uptown 604-463-4131 for appointment (9am-5pm)

MAPLE RIDGE 1/bdrm condo, walk in closet, 5/appli, gas f/p. (paid by owner) $850. also 2/bdrm condo, u/g pkng.

Gordon Tower.

222/Dewdney. $1100. both Avail now. 604-467-4450, 604-833-4450.

MAPLE RIDGE, Central 1 bdrm. suite, quiet, secure bldg., u/g prkg., ldry. rm., $900 mo. 604-785-8851

MAPLE RIDGE Fraser St. Spac. & clean 1 bdrm condo, u/g prkg, cls to downtown & transit. $770 + hydro.

Avail. March 1. Call 778-773-4730

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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RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO BURNABY & COQUITLAM

Spacious 2 & 3 Bdrm T/hses 2 Bdrm Apartments 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. ✮

2 Bedroom Apartment between $26,400 & $32,400

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2 Bedroom Townhouse between $33,600 & $38,400

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3 Bedroom Townhouse between $36,000 & $42,000

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

Maple Ridge Swan Court Apartments Large 1 & 2 Bedrooms.

Hardwood floors, adult oriented, heat, h/w & cable incl’d, f/p, n/pets.

Criminal Record check may be reqd Resident Manager Onsite Now with SENIORS DISCOUNT

604.477.0603 MAPLE RIDGE

WESTGATE APTS Under New Management Large 2 bdrm stes available.

Incudes heat, hot water, large balconies. Close to transit.

Call 778-788-1845

If your income is between $41,000 and $60,000 you will be qualified for market rent.

Polo Club Apartments

Metro Vancouver Housing Co-operation.

19071 Ford Rd. Pitt Meadows

MAPLE RIDGE

Queen Anne Apts. * Renovated Suites *

Clean, Quiet Well Managed Bldg.

3 Blocks to W.C. Express W 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites W 3 Appliances W Secured Garage Parking W Adult Oriented W Ref’s Req’d & Absolutely No Pets

Clean, very quiet, large,

604.465.7221

INCLUDES: HEAT, HOT WATER & HYDRO

PORT COQUITLAM

Near Shopping & Amenities.

604-463-7450 604-463-2236 12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certified Crime Free Buildings

Maple Ridge 22450-121st Street

HOMES FOR RENT

810

1 Bdrm & den suite $875 2 Bdrm corner suite $925 S Incl heat/hot wtr, wndw cvrngs S Close to bus stop S Walk to shpng/medical/WCE S Across from park w/Mtn views S Gated parking and Elevator S Adult oriented building S References required CALL FOR APPOINTMENT

604-464-3550

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

838

POCO: Very clean 2 bdrm SXS duplex, big yard, garden, garage.

NP/NS. $1200/mo Avail. immed.

604-942-5492 & 778-865-1555.

TRANSPORTATION

RECREATIONAL/SALE

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

2000 Suncruiser 35U

MAPLE RIDGE 207A St: 2 brm 2 bath spacious condo avail Feb 1st! Small pet ok w/pet dep. Centrally located. F/P, storage,2 private balconies. Secure parking.$1200/m

For viewing call Gulnaz 604-820-9000 or TEXT 604-854-0011

Dual pane windows, awning, 6000 watt generator, heated tanks, fantastic fan and more! $47,983 (Stk.30951A) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

OFFICE/RETAIL

630 SQ. FT. store front, avail. downtown Maple Ridge. 604-8054623 MAPLE RIDGE

OFFICE & RETAIL SPACE Various downtown locations.

Avail. Now! Updated and well maintained. Various sizes 320sf.

- 2000sf. Starting at $495/month.

746

The Scrapper

2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING convertible, silver, 84 k’s. auto. Mags. $6795/obo. (604)826-0519 2005 Taurus SE sedan , auto. V6, ext. silver, int. gray, 125000 kms, loaded , cloth seats, just air cared, newer tires , Mint condition . Asking $5200. Phone 604-465-3762 2006 IMPALA LS, all options, original owner. $5500 obo. Call 604581-0589.

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1998 TOYOTA COROLLA, $1,000.

120 Km, runs well, good cond.

Fairly new tires. (604)944-6356.

Rooms from $435/mo. Fully Furn, weekly maid service, cable TV, private bath, on bus route, 5/min walk to commuter rail.

BCCLASSIFIED.COM Auto Class 800’s: 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.

CARS - DOMESTIC

Call: Rick Medhurst, Royal LePage

$75 OFF 1ST MONTH

2011 AUTUMN RIDGE 264RKS

www.PreApproval.cc

604-463-3000

ROOMS FOR RENT

#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

1-800-910-6402

WHONNOCK. 3 Bedroom Rancher on 2.2 acres. Available March 1.

Long lease, references required. $1200/mo. Contact 250-819-8933.

2003 CHEVY MALIBU, 110,000 km., auto, V6, Air Cared, good tires, $4300 obo (604)531-3251 2004 MERCEDES C230 SEDAN auto, sunroof, 47k, Gold Mist Mica over blk. leather, exc. cond. local, no accid. $12,230 (604)328-1883

Sleeps 4-6, DSI water heater, A/C, ext. speakers, microwave, 3-burner range and more! $19,483 (Stk.30630) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $8800 incl. tax. Call 604-538-4883

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

848

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

22222 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge Inquire in person between 9am - 3pm or

Call 604-467-3944

TOWING

BENJAMIN TOWING Flat rate $49

SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10.

Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288

Haney Motor Hotel

TRANSPORTATION 851

TRUCKS & VANS

1992 PLEASURE-WAY Dodge van, 318 engine, 4 spd., no rust, many upgrades, mint cond. $20,900 obo (604)853-2427 1999 CHEVY VENTURE, white, auto, rebuilt trans, head gasket, new brakes, $2495. (604)826-0519 2004 F350 LARIAT CREW CAB, 4X4, long box, 180K, full load $15,500/obo. 604-812-1278

TOP PRODUCERS REALTY LTD

741

For further info call 604-451-6075 to view

GREAT LOCATION

736

TRANSPORTATION

818

If your income is lower than these ranges call BC Housing 604-433-2218

1 & 2 Bdrs from $765/mo

RENTALS

Notice is hereby given that on February 26th, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at 11985 - 203 St, Maple Ridge, B.C., the undersigned; Advanced Storage Centres will sell at Public Auction, by competitive bidding, the personal property heretofore stored with the undersigned.

Eric Bratholt......... Unit # E205 Kyle Will............... Unit #G056 Amanda Lavictoire Unit #J015 Kyle Dressler..........Unit#B020 Notice is hereby given that on February 26th, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at 20288 - 113B St, Maple Ridge, B.C., the undersigned; Advanced Storage Centres will sell at Public Auction, by competitive bidding, the personal property heretofore stored with the undersigned.

Mandy Gowanlock Unit # 3019 Lori Woods............ Unit #2194

604-318-8300

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

AVAILABLE NOW 1 & 2 BDRM SUITES Heat, hot water & parking.

Close to stores & schools.

MAPLE COURT I st

22437 121 Ave 604-467-0715 &

MAPLE COURT II 22423 121st Ave 604-467-4894

Maple Ridge

Glenwood Manor Apartments 1 & 2 Bdrms from $685 & $850 & renovated suite with dishwasher $45. extra.

Clean, Spacious Includes cable, heat, hot water & parking Seniors discount 21387 Dewdney Trunk Rd

(604)466-5799

750

SUITES, LOWER

MAPLE RIDGE. 1 bdrm +den, 1400 sf, W/D. New bath/carpet. NP/NS. $900 incl utils/net. 604-505-8181.

MAPLE RIDGE - 1 bdrm + den, newly reno’d, sep entr. ground floor.

5 appl. F/P. $850/mo utils & sat. inc. n/s, n/p. Avail. now or March 1st. 604-842-1994 MAPLE RIDGE 2 bdrm, 1 bath very clean, quiet. $750 incl util NS/NP. Avail now Gilbert 604-466-6388

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL PORT COQUITLAM, 2043 sq ft.

Ground floor, dance/fitness area.

Facing onto city park. 1 blk from Lougheed/Shaughnessy intersection. 604-464-3550.

736

HOMES FOR RENT

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

MAPLE RIDGE. $1,300, 3 bedroom 1,100 Square feet house. Completely Renovated. Thornhill. Call 604-961-5526 fore more info.

MAPLE Ridge 2 bdrm grd flr. Sep entry. 900sq ft. Quiet hse. Off st prkg. 5 appls. N/S. cat ok. $950/mo + $50 utils. 604-936-5728 or 604466-9458 ask for Beth MAPLE RIDGE Ctrl 2 bdrm grd flr, priv patio, shd W/D, $975 + hydro & gas n/s, n/p. Mar15 (604)463-3526 MAPLE RIDGE East bright, spacious 2 bdrm, N/P, N/S, $850 incl’s util’s immed 778-668-8509 weekdays after 5pm, weekends anytime MAPLE RIDGE, LARGE 1 bdrm suite, near schools, WCE, & shop centre. $700 + 1/3 util’s. Own W/D. Brand new carpet/laminate. NP. Avail. now. Phone (778)242-1313.

MAPLE RIDGE: 2 Bdrm house. $1050/mo.

Avail now.

Call: (604)767-5641 or 604-462-0369.

MAPLE RIDGE, Large 2/bdrm suite. 2 l/r, Availibility open. $950/mo incl hydro & gas. Small pet ok. Call (604)649-5005

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, Thornhill area. lrg.

2 bdrm. Full bath, on acreage. Pri. entry & prkg. $950/mo. incls. laundry & hydro N/S. Small pet okay.

Avail. immed. 604-462-0351

MAPLE RIDGE. 2 Bdrm rancher, 1.5 acres, 4 appl, new h/w flrs. Pets ok. $1300 Plus 3000 s/f workshop & office, 200 amp, $2200 (rent both or separately). Mar 1. 604-518-8800.

752

MAPLE RIDGE, Central: 5/bdrms, 3/bath in c-d-s, dbl gar, 2,000 sq/ft.

Near all amens & schls. N/P, N/S. $1960/mo+ utils. (604)785-8851.

SAVE THE DATE: Friday, March 9, 2012 Pitt Meadows Golf Club 13615 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows—Doors open at 6:30pm

GET YOUR TICKETS EARLY & SAVE! First 50 tickets $75ea+HST Next 50 tickets $85ea+HST Remaining tickets $95ea+HST

TOWNHOUSES

PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1030/mo - $1134/mo. Shares req’d. No subsidy available. Orientation 2nd & 4th Sun. 2 pm & 3rd Tues. 7 pm each mo. 19225 119th Ave., Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2B2.

Leave msg 604-465-1938

MAPLE RIDGE. Central. Lovely 3 bdrm. rancher. 2 baths, 5 appls. dbl garage, deck, priv. fenced b/yard.

Walk to sch/trans., shops.

1 yr. lease. Refs. Ns/np. March 1st. $1695/mo. 604-788-8187

PITT MEADOWS, Ford & Harris, 3 bdrm T/H. Quiet family complex, rent geared to income. N/P. Call: 604-465-4851

PITT MEADOWS. 2 & 3 bdrm. in family complex. Close to bus, schools & shopping. Ref’s req’d.

Small pets okay, $1030/$1134/mo.

Avail. immed. 604-465-1938.

MERIDIAN VILLAGE

To purchase your tickets, please call Carrisa at 604.463.3366 or email carrisa@ridgemeadowschamber.com

NOMINATE A LOCAL BUSINESS To nominate a local business in Pitt Meadows or Maple Ridge based on the following categories, please contact Carrisa at the Chamber office.

604.463.3366 or email carrisa@ridgemeadowschamber.com

PORT COQUITLAM

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

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. http://www.metrovancouver. org/services/housing

x x x x x

Business Excellence 1-20 Employees Business Excellence 21 plus Employees Customer Service Innovation Award New Business

x x x x

Community Service Business Person of the Year Student Entrepreneur of the Year Home Based Business

Nomination Deadline: Friday, January 20, 2012

Chamber of Commerce Serving Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows 22238 Lougheed Hwy Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2T2

Phone: 604-463-3366 www.ridgemeadowschamber.com

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3.0L V6 auto, pw/pl, air conditioning, cruise, leather, power sunroof, alloy wheels and more. Only 12,000 kms.

4x4 double cab, air, tilt, cruise, pw/pl, stacker CD, keyless entry, alarm.

Only 24,000 kms.

2.7L V6 front wheel drive automatic, air, cruise, power windows, power locks.

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