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Barely a day after Kevin Falcon’s strategy to “recognize and reward B.C.’s top teachers and schools” unleashed a storm of controversy, the Liberal leadership hopeful said his proposal has been misunderstood. Falcon, MLA for Surrey-Cloverdale, said Wednesday that his idea – bashed by BC Teachers Federation and Cana-

dian Teachers Federation representatives as a “merit-pay” proposal after it was announced Tuesday – was intended as a means of rewarding “exceptional teachers who have contributed much to the school community.” “We all know excellent teachers out there – or can remember them from our own educational experience,” the Ocean Park resident said. “I had a teacher that got me interested in history, and through

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Vanishing point: In 1971, Les Hambleton set sail aboard a homemade sailboat intentt on circumnavigating the globe. It was as the last his family ever saw of him, and questions linger about what happened. ed. see page ge 11

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that, in politics and public service.” Falcon said what he was suggesting, should he be chosen as next premier, is setting up a “master teacher incentive program.” Like one being implemented by Australia’s new national Labour government, it would provide exceptional teachers with a cash bonus “outside of the collective agreement,” rather than a rise in basic pay. Falcon said he believed the bonus sug-

gested in Australia is $8,000, which was initially calculated as applying to about 10 per cent of the teachers there. Falcon said that, as well as incentive bonuses for innovative and passionate educators, his strategy would encourage them to mentor other teachers. He also proposes a “model school incentive program” that could reward schools that have shown improvements in such see page 4

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Some speaking on the record, others off, their story is the same. Hiebert has alienated the politically astute in the EDA, they say, through communications with constituents that look more like a continual election campaign; through a reliance on “spin” to cover problems such as the MP’s high expense bill for 2008-2009; and through a reluctance to admit error or listen to advice. Compounding the problem, they say, has been the refusal of the party’s national office to entertain the idea of a nomination process in which Hiebert could be challenged by other candidates. As proof of frustration, they point to key members

who have either resigned or declined to run again for the EDA board which has – in turn – allowed proHiebert members to take control. One of those who resigned is EDA past-president Jim Scott, who said the repeated call for senior party members in the riding to display their support for Hiebert – in the face of personal misgivings – has flushed out many loyal Conservatives from positions of responsibility on the board. A flash point for many, Scott said, was the spending scandal which broke in May of last year, when it was see page 2

Chrysler collided with a police vehicle. “Upon this collision, the occupant of the fleeing vehicle became engaged in a lethal confrontation with our uniformed member with what is believed to be an assault rifle,” according to an RCMP release. “Multiple gunshots occurred which led to the suspect in this matter to be killed and pronounced dead at scene.” Police say the driver had what appeared to be an assault rifle and a handgun “within

arm’s reach” inside his car. The Chrysler – its front passenger-side window blown out – remained at the scene the next morning, partially concealed by a black tent and surrounded by yellow police tape, and portions of King George Boulevard and Highway 10 remained closed The driver, in his mid-20s, was not identified by Peace Arch News press time Thursday. Saanich Police are investigating. - Tracy Holmes

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A police standoff ends with one man dead.

Doctors, nurses and volunteers with Operation Rainbow – including South Surrey videographer Gary Hanney, who took this photograph of Baby No. 22 from north-central China – travel to some of the world’s most impoverished regions to provide free surgery to children in need. Gary Hanney photo

Worker denies he intended to head-butt White Rock resident

Construction-site charge ends with peace bond Tracy Holmes Staff Reporter

The man accused of head-butting White Rock resident Phil Le Good during an altercation at an Everall Street work site two years ago will not have a criminal record for assault, provided he abides by conditions of a peace bond. Douglas Lindsay Shortt agreed to the bond Thursday, during a brief appearance in Surrey Provincial Court. The matter was initially set for trial. Shortt, 43, was charged in connection with a Sept. 3, 2008, incident at a development

property at 1486 Everall St., in which Le Good said his nose was broken. Shortt had pleaded not guilty to the charge. In the days before the incident, tensions had been mounting in response to root-system damage that prompted the removal of several second-growth Douglas firs from the site. Outside court this week, Shortt told Peace Arch News he had been hired as a consultant on the excavation and was in his third day there when the altercation occurred. He was not advised of the previous week’s controversy prior to his arrival, he said. “I was dropped into the frying pan,” Shortt

said. “Nobody told me about this.” Shortt, who owns D&S Tree Service, said he “certainly” did not intentionally hit Le Good. His helmet struck Le Good when Le Good, upset over the tree damage, “came right into my face,” he said. “He came racing up to me. My helmet hit his face.” Reached at home Thursday, Le Good disagreed with Shortt’s version of events. Le Good said Crown counsel contacted him Wednesday regarding the peace bond. At the time, the offer from defence included an apology, he said. He learned after Thurs-

day’s court appearance that an apology was not among conditions ordered by the judge. Prosecutor Jas Gahunia said the bond means Shortt is taking responsibility for the incident, “to say there’s a reason for the other guy to fear.” Le Good described the offer of a peace bond as “some type of acknowledgment of what occurred there.” Conditions handed to Shortt include keeping the peace and having no contact with Le Good. Shortt, also a White Rock resident, said abiding by the terms will not be difficult, as he has “no desire to meet (Le Good) again.”

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Surrey’s total operational budget is about $576 million. It’s illegal to submit a deficit budget to the provincial government. This time last year, the board was having to figure out how to pare $12 million from the school budget. In the end, it was done by shifting specialist teachers – such as counsellors and librarians – to classroom duties, not replacing specialist teachers when absent three days or less, slashing supply and

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A backlash swells against a new bell schedule – which would divide junior and seniors grades’ class times – planned for Earl Marriott Secondary.

Sisters’ protest draws hundreds out of EMS and two MLAs

Hannah Sutherland

School district searches for $10 million in cuts To keep things just the way they are in Surrey schools – not add new services or programs or resources – the district will have to cut $10 million from the next budget. The Surrey Board of Education is currently seeking input on what its priorities should be in the coming (2011-2012) school year as it attempts to balance the books.

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Students walk out over split timetables

Surrey board to meet with teachers, parents to brainstorm

resource budgets and extending spring break to two weeks, thereby cutting the number of school days in the year. The board will be meeting with teachers, parents and other stakeholder groups in the next few weeks to discuss the financial situation this year and gather feedback and ideas. Community members are welcome to make submissions by writing to

Wayne Noye, secretary-treasurer, 14225 56 Ave., Surrey, B.C. V3X 3A3; faxing 604596-4197; phoning 605-596-7733; or emailing budget@sd36.bc.ca Written submissions should be received no later than 4 p.m. Feb. 25. Additional information and background, including various district and financial reports, are available at www.sd36.bc.ca/general

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When sisters Chenoa and Talia HurstDand decided to launch a student protest against class schedule changes planned for Earl Marriott Secondary next fall, they figured a small group of people would show up. In no way did they expect to be surrounded by politicians, school district ❝It’s good that officials, media and hundreds of their the students peers – some chanting and holding signs get a voice.❞ – as was the case Tuesday afternoon at Peter Johnston the 15751 16 Ave. school. principal “I did not think this was going to work

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at all,” Chenoa told Peace Arch News at the scene. The siblings planned the movement to “prove a point” about the negative impact a flexible class schedule will have on families such as theirs. If the plan goes ahead for next year, Chenoa, in Grade 10, and Talia, Grade 8, will start and end the school day at different times. Not only would they have to reconsider transportation to and from school, but their after-school clubs that currently include all grades – such as Talia’s rugby practices – would either be split up or rescheduled for a time when

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both juniors and seniors are out of class. “This new bell schedule is going to separate us all,” Talia said. The proposed change is to address space shortfalls, and will extend the school day to five blocks from four, with the new schedule to stretch from about 8 a.m to 2 p.m. for juniors, and around 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for seniors. “I just really didn’t like it, so I wanted to do something about it,” Chenoa said. The sisters created a Facebook page, sent out text messages and put up signs inviting students to walk out of class see page 4

There were piles of construction waste such as drywall, lumber and insulation, along with mattresses, plastic pails, broken hot tubs, computer parts, baby seats, and in one instance, 10 tonnes of sea urchin shells. A visit to the local landfill? No. A drive through Surrey streets. A morning ride earlier this week through less-populated areas of Surrey revealed a dirty problem that’s costing taxpayers a fortune to clean up: illegal dumping. The city spent more than $800,000 last year hauling Where to away trash take trash: that has been pitched Q Surrey’s transfer station, 9770 192 St. in ditches, fields, empty Q Garbage lots and road disposal: $82/tonne sides, with Q Green waste a 2010 cost disposal: $59/tonne increase the largest jump in 10 years. Figures provided by the city at the request of Black Press show over the last decade, Surrey taxpayers were on the hook for more than $6 million thanks to people dumping a large amount of refuse in neighbourhoods rather than taking it to a waste-transfer station or landfill. see page 10

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Pickers’ paradise: Antique collector Albert Svab had his South Surrey property “picked” by hosts of reality TV series Canadian Pickers, which is to air the footage in an upcoming episode. see page A11

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Cone to be a breath of fresh air in White Rock Tracy Holmes

Metro Vancouver is bringing a super power to White Rock’s West Beach to help address poopy complaints and corrosion stemming from the sewer main that runs along North Bluff Road.

In a presentation to White Rock council Monday, Metro engineer Geoff Third explained the ‘superoxygenation’ equipment – which will mix pure oxygen with the sewage before it heads up Oxford Street – is a first for Canada. The system – which is funded by

Metro Vancouver – is anticipated to be installed before the warmer summer weather arrives, a time when complaints of sewer smells ramp up. It consists of an oxygen generator, a compressor and an oxygen-mixing cone. The generator and compressor

are to be installed in a sound-insulated kiosk on BNSF property at the south side of the Oxford Street pump station; the 3.7-metre high cone will stand beside it. Third noted that while adding oxygen to sewage flow on its own is not a new technique for address-

ing odour and corrosion, using the cone to do it is. Its shape enables the oxygen to be mixed freely and evenly with the flow, which will be drawn into the cone from the main line and then returned after it is oxygenated. see page A4

Woman’s quest rescues pets Alex Browne photo

Risking radiation Hannah Sutherland Staff Reporter

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As a distraught woman waits in a patrol car, uniformed and plainclothed RCMP officers talk near the scene of a police-involved shooting Wednesday. One man was killed in the incident, which took place outside a home on McBride Avenue.

verdale riding. Former White Rock mayor, Hardy Staub, announced today (Friday) that he will throw his hat in the ring as a federal Liberal candidate. And Aart Looye, a keen local athlete and community volunteer, said Wednesday he would be running

as an ‘independent conservative’ for the seat currently occupied by Conservative MP Russ Hiebert. Both Staub and Looye said they were running to provide more responsive representation for the riding. “I feel that our community needs

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The write stuff: Peace Arch News was named best overall newspaper of its size by the BC/Yukon Community Newspapers Association, at a ceremony in Richmond Saturday evening. see page 2

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‘Super-oxygenation’ treatment for West Beach sewage system

MP hopefuls Staub and Looye to challenge Hiebert With the possibility of a federal election looming for early May, two well-known Peninsula figures have announced they will run for a seat in parliament, representing the South Surrey-White Rock-Clo-

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Man shot dead in Crescent Beach A young man is dead following an exchange of gunfire with police in Crescent Beach. Brendon Samuel Beddow, 23, of Surrey was killed Wednesday afternoon following an officerinvolved shooting in the 3000-block of McBride Avenue. The incident – the second police-involved shooting death in Surrey in less than a month – occurred when Surrey RCMP were dispatched to a domestic disturbance around 2 p.m., after a woman called 911. According to Const. Lindsey Houghton of the Vancouver Police Department – which is investigating the shooting – two officers who arrived at the home moments later were confronted by a man, and shots were fired. “The man was shot by police and died a short time later outside the house,” Houghton said. Area resident Marc Hiatt Brendon Beddow saw the events unfold. Hiatt told Peace Arch News he was working on his truck less than a block away when he heard yelling and went to investigate. As he approached a Spanish-style home, Hiatt said he heard police say, ‘Drop it!’ and saw a young man with a gun in his hand. The man was swearing at police and then fired his gun, Hiatt said. Police fired back. “I yelled, ‘don’t shoot him,’” a shaken Hiatt said. “In my mind, he wasn’t trying to kill anybody. My thought was, this kid’s trying to kill himself.” Hiatt said he saw the man fire another shot and start retreating towards the house, out of Hiatt’s sight. After police fired again, Hiatt said he ran across the street and saw the man lying on the ground, with police administering CPR. “The cops were saying, ‘stay with me, stay with me,’” Hiatt said. see page A4

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A journey east: An Elgin Park grad combines his passion for economic history with his explorations of the Middle East in an uncompromising travel memoir, From Cairo to Cairo. see page A33

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Dumping on Surrey An emotional ceremony greets the body of Langley firefighter Ron Dunkley Thursday, as members of the Marysville crew carry him home through the Pacific Highway border. The 34-year-old died Tuesday – surrounded by family, friends and fellow firefighters – from injuries suffered when he was struck and dragged by a train in Seattle Nov. 6.

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Driver shot dead after police chase One man was shot dead Wednesday, following a late-night police chase. Surrey RCMP say a uniformed officer conducting a “vehicle stop” of a white Chrysler 300 in the 15400-block of 16 Avenue just after 11 p.m. noticed that the car’s driver had a firearm. The officer called for backup. The driver fled in the vehicle and a short chase ensued, according to police. Police deployed a spike belt on King George Boulevard near Highway 10, and the

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A little magic: A fledgling actress –White Rock’s Sophia Bosley – has brought a special realism to a new TV movie, Strange Magic, based on the life of Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling. see page 277

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Assault weapon and handgun found ‘within arm’s reach’ at scene

Internal criticism shocks Hiebert backer Support for South Surrey-White Rock-Cloverdale MP Russ Hiebert is strong among Conservatives in the local electoral district association (EDA) – if you talk to current board president Andrew MacVie. But talk to other longtime Conservatives in the district, and a different picture emerges. They will say that support – already shaky among some still rankled by the way Hiebert was “parachuted” MP Russ Hiebert into the district when first elected seven years ago – is defers comment thinning among experienced local movers and shakers.

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Past party executives speak out on MP’s ‘spin,’ spurning of advice

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Music for life: White Rock’s Christine Dibble uses music therapy to help people of all ages reach their goals, from pain management to recovering lost memories. see page 23

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somebody who will represent us in Ottawa rather than represent Ottawa to us,” Staub said in a prepared statement. “(It needs) a person who cares about the people of this riding, who knows the needs of our community, who listens to the con-

cerns of our constituents and fights for them. “This is not what we have now and we deserve better.” Looye, also an event organizer and business consultant, said a key issue in his platform is “quick and see page A4

andering through Japan’s evacuation zone is like stumbling across a forgotten ghost town. There is no power or water. Few people. “It’s a strange feeling,” Chizue Lister, 39, said after returning Sunday from her 10-day quest to rescue abandoned pets in the area surrounding the Fukushima power plant. But in addition to the truckloads of workers heading to the damaged nuclear facility, there are signs of life. The White Rock resident saw black cows roaming empty streets in search of food. “When they see us, they come running to us, to me, like a dog,” Lister said, noting they’d block the road, waiting for water. She also came across 70 tied-up dairy cows. Lister thought they were merely carcasses, until some spotted her, and began making desperate noises. She realized about 20 were still alive, some struggling to stand and others shaking on the ground, looking up at her. “When they saw me, they started begging us,” she said. “That was the first day. I was shocked and cried.” Lister said she would have helped, if not for the farmers who require their livestock to die naturally in order to receive insurance compensation. She hopes awareness is raised of the cattle’s plight after video filmed by a Japanese friend is posted on YouTube.

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Chizue Lister is screened for radiation upon leaving Japan’s evacuation zone, an area around the damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant. While farm animals were difficult to aid, Lister said she had more success with dogs. Upon leaving White Rock for her home country April 7, she was most prepared to deal with pets, having packed leashes, collars and dishes. She didn’t waste any time after arriving at her parents’ house in Niigata at 11 p.m. that first day. She left the following morning at 4 a.m. and drove 3½ hours to Fukushima, where people within a 20-kilometre radius from the power plant have been evacuated due to radiation.

On April 12, Japan raised the severity rating of it nuclear situation to the same level of the 1986 Chernobyl disaster. Most shelters for evacuated residents don’t allow animals, so many who left pets behind aren’t able to retrieve them, Lister said. Only evacuees with vehicles can drive back to check on their companions. So, wearing painter’s coveralls, a mask and gloves, Lister set off to feed and relocate deserted pets. She met her friend from Tokyo and three acquaintances in the

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evacuation zone – about 10 villages. “The area is so big,” Lister said, noting animals weren’t hard to find. “It’s very easy to find them. Animals are everywhere, dogs are everywhere... It was hard to catch them. Some dogs were very aggressive. Some dogs, we had to chase them.” The group soon learned to feed the emaciated animals slowly. “We had food, but then when we feed the dog – they’re very skinny and starving – so see page A2

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Newton-North Delta winner Jinny Sims (left) edges out Liberal incumbent Sukh Dhaliwal (above); while in South SurreyWhite Rock-Cloverdale (top) Conservative incumbent Russ Hiebert shares a moment with wife Andrea, Liberal challenger Hardy Staub ponders his thirdplace finish and New Democrat Susan Keeping is happy with her party’s national accomplishments.

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Lead roles: White Rock Players Club’s The Ladiess of the Camellias won top honours at thee Theatre B.C. Greater Vancouver Zone ne Festival – with recognition for actors and behind-the-scenes participants. see page A31

Lone Liberal incumbent loses seat in Surrey

‘Atrocious’ delays

Surveillance video online

Conservatives, NDPers rejoice

Crowded ER still a concern

Parents plead for answers

News of a Conservative majority roused reaction extremes across Surrey and White Rock Monday, as supporters of the various parties gathered in campaign offices, private homes and banquet halls to see who would win control of Canada’s future. As applause and cheers erupted South Surrey-White Rockfrom the campaign office of South Cloverdale Surrey-White Rock-Cloverdale Turnout: 65% (58,623 of 90,249) incumbent Russ Hiebert, those hoping to celebrate a Liberal win stared • CONSERVATIVE Russ Hiebert 31,990 11,891 in stunned silence as early polling • NDP Susan Keeping LIBERAL Hardy Staub 9,530 results not only put the Conserva- •• GREEN Larry Colero 3,234 tives in power, but gave the NDP • INDEPENDENT Aart Looye 749 Official Opposition status. • CHRISTIAN HERITAGE “This is not good news for us,” Mike Schouten 644 Liberal riding president Penny • PROGRESSIVE CANADIAN Essex said shortly after polls closed Brian Marlatt 230 at 7 p.m., as she watched the screen • INDEPENDENT David Hawkins 203 set up in the campaign office of • INDEPENDENT Kevin Donohoe 152 former White Rock mayor Hardy Staub. “Look at what’s happening Newton-North Delta with the NDP, at the expense of the Turnout: 62.2% (46,116 of 74,154) Liberals and the Bloc.” 15,413 Further north, at the Grand Taj • NDP Jinny Sims 14,510 Banquet Hall in Newton-North • LIBERAL Sukh Dhaliwal • CONSERVATIVE Mani Fallon 14,434 Delta, the same news evoked not so 1,520 much as a groan from the crowd of • GREEN Liz Walker • INDEPENDENT Ravi Gill 123 more than 400 Liberal supporters • COMMUNIST Samuel Hammond 116 who watched the numbers roll in. Broadcast networks announced a Conservative majority just before Fleetwood-Port Kells 8 p.m. They named the NDP the Turnout: 53.4% (50,364 of 94,302) Official Opposition even earlier. • CONSERVATIVE Nina Grewal 23,848 Celebrating the highest numbers • NDP Nao Fernando 16,559 her party has received since the • LIBERAL Pam Dhanoa 8,028 1,559 South Surrey-White Rock-Clo- • GREEN Alan Saldanha 370 verdale riding was created, New • LIBERTARIAN Alex Joehl Democrat Susan Keeping – one of the riding’s nine candidates – was Surrey-North lauded by Surrey Coun. Judy Ville- Turnout: 51.9% (36,983 of 71,212) neuve, who said constituents have 14,678 put Hiebert on notice – they want • NDP Jasbir Sandhu • CONSERVATIVE Dona Cadman 13,181 more representation at home. • LIBERAL Shinder Purewal 6,797 “It’s a riding that’s been Conser- • GREEN Bernadette Keenan 1,289 vative for a long period of time, but • INDEPENDENT Jamie Scott 451 I think the Conservatives are being • CHRISTIAN HERITAGE sent a strong message.” Kevin Pielak 303 Supporter Glen Pinch agreed. • LIBERTARIAN Norris Barens 284 “Even if Susan loses, she will have done so much better than ever daughters in tow, Hiebert made his before, and that will put the fear of way through a jubilant crowd to the Lord in Russ Hiebert,” he said. hail the victory – his and the ConHiebert, however, showed no fear servatives’ as a whole – as a signal when he arrived at his campaign of citizens’ trust. office just before 8:30 p.m. Smil“Canadians have now given us ing ear-to-ear and with his preg- their full trust and we will work nant wife, Andrea, and two young see page 4

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Peninsula resident Dayna Bowman is still shaking her head over congestion at Peace Arch Hospital last week. The situation was so bad, her 73-year-old mother was lying on a gurney in the corridor outside the emergency department for four days after being admitted, she said. Fraser Health did not comment on the issue by Peace Arch News press deadline Thursday afternoon. Last Friday, some 42 patients were in the department, Bowman s

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Victim’s parents, Cynthia Allaire-Bell and Wayne Bell, seek help at news conference Thursday.

With the ashes of their son in a box at their side, the parents of a slain Surrey teen made an emotional plea for any witnesses to his murder to come forward. “Please, we know there are people out there who know who did this, evil, cruel act,” mother Cynthia Allaire-Bell said. “Mothers, look into your hearts and think of your own children, because, you don’t want to go here… the murder of our young must stop.” On April 24, 19-yearold Devon Allaire Bell and his life-long pal Jack Neilsen were at Frank Hurt Secondary school, near 138 Street and 77 Avenue, having a couple of beers and playing soccer. They were confronted by six Indo-Canadian males, who fought with them, then stabbed them both. Allaire-Bell died shortly after, while Nielsen crawled a short distance to call for help. Police have released video from the night and are asking for public assistance (online at peacearchnews.com).

Surrey woman faces impaired-driving charges

Driver seen running from deadly crash scene Kevin Diakiw Black Press

Kassandra Kaulius lived for softball and her family, her sister, Miranda, recalled this week. The 22-year-old was to take a team of young players to a series of games in the United States this weekend. Instead, friends, family and co-workers are mourning her “senseless” death, which police allege was caused by an impaired driver. Kaulius was driving home from a softball game at

Kassandra Kaulius Cloverdale Athletic Park Tuesday night when her red crash victim BMW was T-boned by a white Ford Econoline van at

the intersection of 64 Avenue and 152 Street. Kaulius, a Clayton Heights Secondary alumnus, was killed instantly. The crash occurred just before 10:30 p.m., as Kaulius was navigating a turn onto 152 Street from 64 Avenue – “just around the corner” from her home. The Ford, northbound on 152 Street, smashed into the driver’s side of her sedan. Impact caused significant damage to the BMW, which was forced northbound and over the raised median. It came to rest in the southbound lanes of 152 Street just north of the intersection. Witnesses told police they saw the van driver run

into a nearby wooded area. Police located a woman “showing signs of intoxication from alcohol,” said RCMP Cpl. Drew Grainger. Wearing a blue Canucks jersey, she was handcuffed and placed into the back of a police car. A 34-year-old Surrey woman is facing charges of impaired driving causing death in connection with the crash, and more charges are possible, Grainger said. Rob Upton, a director with the Surrey Storm, was with Kaulius just before she left Cloverdale Athletic Park Tuesday.

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Germiquet job eliminated

South Surrey White Rock Chamber of Commerce no longer has an executive director. Chamber president Jay Fettinger announced the elimination of Cori Lynn Germiquet’s position Thursday, citing recent changes in the economy had forced some difficult and immediate decisions regarding the organization’s operation.

Germiquet’s was just one of the positions eliminated, Fettinger notes in a statement. “In order for the organization to remain sustainable it must make changes to meet the current times,” Fettinger says. “When faced with the challenges associated with an economic downturn, we must take a look at our operations, and make the necessary changes to ensure that our stakeholder’s best interests remain a priority.”

Reached at his office, Fettinger said he did not have time to comment further before Peace Arch News’ holiday deadline Friday afternoon. Board treasurer Doug Robinson told PAN the suggestion to eliminate Germiquet’s position came from the recently hired Germiquet herself, during a special meeting of the board held Tuesday (Oct. 4) evening. “She was the one that said this is what we have to do,” Robinson said. “She led

the discussion. It was not crabby. It was what one would say is a disappointment event. “It’s very sad and very unfortunate because she was doing a crackerjack job.” Germiquet had replaced Doug Hart as executive director on May 16. The chamber board is to meet this week (Oct. 12) to discuss the prospect of Hart returning on a volunteer basis see page 4

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Mayor to call it quits Alex Browne Staff Reporter

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Police tape surrounds an off-kilter house, where officers executed a search warrant and discovered booby-traps and a clandestine grow-op.

Explosions feared as police divert traffic for 16 blocks

Dozens of booby-traps diffused in ‘drug house’ Tracy Holmes Staff Reporter

Police cleared a 16-block area of South Surrey Thursday afternoon after the discovery of a potentially explosive drug lab in a home on 176 Street. “We have blocked the whole area off because there is a huge potential for fire,” RCMP Cpl. Drew Grainger said at the scene. “We don’t want cars going by and then turning into balls of fire.” A 58-year-old resident of the 2782 176 St.

home was arrested “away from the scene” shortly after noon Oct. 6, and police are considering charges of production of marijuana in connection with evidence of a recently harvested grow-operation. The equipment was “ready to go with another crop that could support several hundred plants,” Grainger said Friday. Other criminal charges may be suggested after “several dozen” booby-traps were found in and around the home, he added. Grainger said the traps were “covertly and

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indiscriminately” placed throughout the twostorey home and surrounding property. “What we can say for sure is that they were highly explosive and had potential to have fatal consequences on a person who came across them unknowingly,” Grainger said. “That could include a child running after their dog.” Members of the Lower Mainland District Emergency Response Team were at the scene until about 9 p.m. Thursday. They entered see page 2

White Rock Mayor Catherine Ferguson is moving out of the political fray. In an interview last week, Ferguson told Peace Arch News she would not be seeking re-election as mayor and would be leaving local politics for the conceivable future. Ferguson “I have several other opportuni- leaving politics ties I’m considering,” Ferguson said Wednesday afternoon. A notably relaxed-looking Ferguson said she was looking forward to a change in priorities, but emphasized that she wanted to continue helping others. Ferguson, daughter of Abbotsford’s former longtime mayor George Ferguson, has a long record of involvement in every community where she resided, including see page 4

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are coming from. “If I’m responding to a comment, I want people to know it’s me,” Fathers said Wednesday. “I suppose everybody has the right to be

anonymous, but it’s hard to actually solve issues and really talk about issues if you don’t really know who the person is.” “If you’re gonna make a comment, put your

name to it,” Annable said Tuesday, noting attribution is especially important on negative remarks. PAN raised the issue this week after noticing links between anonymous comments and some of the city’s candidates for council in the Nov. 19 civic election, with some of the comments quite petty. The issue of politicians making comments under pseudonyms became a hot one in White Rock after the 2008 civic election. see page 4

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Seaquam soars: With a win over the defending champs, Delta’s Seaquam Seahawks captured top spot at last weekend’s Peace Arch News Classic, the venerable senior girls volleyball event in its 20th year. see page 26

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A White Rock man was among the passengers on the small plane that crashed and burst into flames on a Richmond road Thursday afternoon, killing its pilot. But family members say Troy Zanatta is declining comment on the crash until more is known about the condition of the co-pilot and others injured in the crash. Pilot Luc Fortin, 44, of North Vancouver died of injuries suffered in the crash of the

small chartered plane, which made a belly landing short of the runway, just after takeoff from Vancouver International Airport. Reached by phone Friday morning, after Zanatta was discharged from hospital, his wife, Leanne, issued a short statement. “He’s alive and we’re grateful,” she said. Leanne wouldn’t confirm reports that Troy had escaped from the wreckage and subsequently went back in to help others, saying only that “it’s his story to tell.” She said simply that she is happy to have

her husband home. “He’s very blessed,” she said. According to Vancouver Airport Authority, the Kelowna-bound Northern Thunderbird Air Beech King Air 100 took off with seven passengers and two crew on board. The Transportation Safety Board said the plane then reported trouble and turned around. In a recording of the pilot’s discussion with air-traffic controllers before the crash, the pilot sounded calm but, minutes later, the plane came down onto Russ Baker Way.

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ERT response nets second drug house A police dog unit and officers with the Emergency Response Team surrounded a home near 26 Avenue and 176 Street in South Surrey Tuesday, following a report of possible weapons in the residence. Police closed 176 Street to traffic between 24 and 32 avenues around 11 a.m. to investigate, after receiving a call about a possible home

invasion. The busy thoroughfare was reopened about an hour later. While police did not locate any weapons in the home – which has driveway access from 26 Avenue – they did find a small marijuana grow operation. Two Surrey residents – a 42-year-old male and a 59-year-old female – were arrested at the

scene, and investigation is ongoing. The house is just two blocks from where police discovered an apparent drug lab on Oct. 6. During a search of that home, police found several dozen “covertly and indiscriminately” placed booby traps. A 58-year-old man was arrested in connection with that discovery. – Tracy Holmes

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Surrey Mounties want your help locating 10 individuals who are alleged to have dodged police for some time. Outstanding warrants Apetrea Bassi DeYoung Endo Johnson cite allegations ranging these individuals,” Cpl. Drew Grainger said from drug offences to violent assaults. “We want the community to be our eyes Tuesday. “If you do spot this person, do no and ears so that we can quickly apprehend approach them and please contact your local

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One of the last original buildings of the historic border community of Douglas was demolished, while a small crowd of neighbours looked on.

Douglas neighbours mark end of an era Alex Browne Staff Reporter

The dark salmon-pink cottage wasn’t designated a heritage home, but it held a lot of history in its walls. It was an occasion for chai tea, cookies – and a lot of memories – when a small group of neighbours gathered to mark the end of an era Wednesday as they watched the demolition of the cottage, one of the last original buildings of the historic border community of Douglas. About 10 people – ranging from children to

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seniors – were present to keep alive the spirit of the community as a bulldozer tore into the wooden house, formerly the Peace Arch Coffee Shop and bakery, at 16881 Peace Park Dr. Much of the settlement of Douglas vanished in the early ’30s, bulldozed to create Peace Arch Park to complement the border landmark. But the cottage – across the street – was one of the last original survivals of the earlier community. Although accounts preserved by White Rock Museum and Archives say it was built in 1940 by Esther ‘Ma’ Crosfield, original proprietor of

the coffee shop, it’s believed the building was converted from a cottage built decades before, when record keeping was much sketchier. In 1952, it was sold to Louis Hayd – famous as Barkerville’s baker during the Depression years – who enlarged the coffee shop to add a bakery. It became a house again in the early ’60s after Hayd closed shop. The current owner plans to rebuild on the quarter-acre lot, according to Michael Bugera, the most recent rental tenant, who had lived there for the past eight years.

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South Surrey fundraiser to benefit a Vancouver children’s hospice is hoped to raise at least $2,000. Inspired by a White Rock family dealing with the reality that their youngest child ❝The Buddhists is terminally believe the ill, Saturday’s children pick Moms Night Out event their parents. at Creative We feel very Kids Learning blessed and Centre will feature a fortunate that raffle, desserts, little Gabrielle beverages and 12 vendors chose us.❞ offering Regan Ross up early Christmas-shopping suggestions. All of the proceeds, along with any donations, will be handdelivered to Canuck Place – a facility dedicated to the comfort and support of children living with a life-threatening illness. “No one ever wants to be in Canuck Place, because the criteria for being there is to be a child who’s not expected to make it out of childhood,” said Regan Ross.

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It’s been a long time coming, but Surrey will finally be able to build some new school space for its evergrowing number of students. The provincial government is providing $300 million in capital funding to be spent on 19 projects in seven districts throughout B.C. Of the 19 projects, eight (worth about $102 million) are in Surrey. The money – announced in Surrey Monday by Pre❝Surrey mier Christy Clark needs more – targets expansions than this.❞ to two high schools Christy Clark – Fraser Heights Secondary, which premier has 16 portables on site, and Panorama Ridge Secondary, where there are 14 portables. Also planned are two new elementaries in South Newton and East Clayton, as well as money to purchase land for four new schools – two elementaries and two secondaries – to eventually relieve overcrowding at Earl Marriott and Lord Tweedsmuir secondaries. With EMS and LT forced to adopt an extended timetable, no new school capital provided since 2005 and about 250-plus portables cluttering school grounds this year, the money was welcomed by some. see page 4

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Witnesses reported seeing the small twinengine plane bank and then hit a light standard. A car was hit, and drivers assisted people out of the flaming wreckage. Fortin died around 9 p.m. Thursday evening, after suffering fire-related injuries. Two others were listed in critical condition, with some in stable but serious condition. Zanatta, who co-owns Restwell Sleep Products in South Surrey, was with a group that had chartered the plane to Vernon. - with files from Richmond Review

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The media will be locked out of the appearance of former presidents George Bush and Bill Clinton at today’s Surrey Regional Economic Summit, organizers say. It’s the first time in the summit’s four-year history that reporters and photographers are being shut out. A release sent Thursday by the Pace Group, which organizes the event, notes “the president’s session at 12:45 p.m. is only open to ticket holders of the summit. Media will not have access to this session.” There will be no video feed or other recording of the event. The presence of Bush has created controversy among critics who accuse him of war crimes, specifically allowing torture. Last week, Amnesty International called for the arrest of Bush when he touches down in Canada. And a group called Occupy Surrey is generating interest in creating a huge protest outside the Sheraton Vancouver Guildford this morning. A Twitter account called OccupySurrey challenged Mayor Dianne Watts to cancel Bush’s appearance. Police anticipate a huge group of protesters at the hotel and are expecting to shut down two blocks of 104 Avenue for the crowd. A meet-and-greet approach to the crowd – as was done on 72 Avenue during the Stanley Cup Playoffs – is planned by Surrey RCMP.

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Politicians coy over online comments Two of three politicians – including a sitting White Rock councillor – who confirmed they have commented on issues and people anonymously online at first denied participating in the practice. In initial conversations with Peace Arch News this week, both Coun. Helen Fathers and council hopeful Cliff Annable said they believed it’s better if it’s clear where any comments they post at www.peacearchnews.com

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Anderson, Mary-Wade

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Robinson, Larry

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Campbell, Alan

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“You’re raising a little girl that you know never really had a chance at a normal life,” he said. “It comes with challenging and wonderful joys, amazing peaks and very low valleys.” see page A4

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Buchanan, Ross

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Bajwa, Vikram

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Inimgba, Clifford

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Big brother Michael, 2, leans in to give Gabrielle a kiss, as mom Amy Ross locks eyes with her terminally ill daughter. her weight has barely doubled. She will likely never walk. And her family is grateful for every moment they have with her. Diagnosed shortly after her birth, it has been a difficult reality to accept, Regan said.

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genetic disorder known as Inclusion-cell (I-cell) disease – in which lysosomes within Gabrielle’s cells aren’t properly storing waste – Gabrielle “can’t grow,” Regan explained. In the year since her birth,

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Mayor Dianne Watts’ Surrey First team has completely swept city council, as they took a huge lead at the beginning of election night Saturday (Nov. 19) and never let go. Surrey First’s Bruce Hayne replaced longtime incumbent councillor Bob Bose, who trailed by almost 8,000 votes by the end of the night. All other incumbents kept their seats. All five Surrey First Education incumbent trustees were elected to the school board, with Surrey Civic Coalition candidate Charlene Dobie replacing SCC incumbent Ijaz Chatta, who finished 12th. Watts took back the mayor’s chair with a convincing win, taking 80 per cent of the vote, trouncing Ross Buchanan by 48,000 votes. It’s a historic result for Surrey, marking what is believed to be the first time city council will be governed by a single civic organization without opposition. By the time the numbers rolled in, the party mood was high at Central City, where Watts and her team were celebrating. It wasn’t that way an hour before polls closed. see page 2

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Baldwin to lead incumbents, plus two Tracy Holmes Staff Reporter

White Rock’s former manager is its new mayor. An hour after polls closed Saturday night, chief election officer Tracey Arthur announced Wayne Baldwin, city manager from 1983 to 2006, had received the top number of votes – 2,169 – amongst four mayoral candidates. Lynne Sinclair, a first-term councillor, collected 1,690 votes in her quest to be the city’s mayor; businessman Larry Anschell garnered 706. Angelo Megla, who withdrew from the race earlier this month – but too late for his name to be removed from the ballot – received 24 votes. Voter turnout in the city was 28.7 per cent; a drop of eight per cent from the 2008 election, when 36.86 per cent of eligible voters cast ballots.

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Wayne Baldwin rejoices with Louise Hutchinson. After receiving congratulatory hugs and handshakes at city hall – where more than three dozen

people gathered as results came in – Baldwin told supporters at Uli’s on Marine Drive that “it was not an easy victory, but it’s a sweet one.” “It was a clean victory,” he said in his celebration speech. “We did things the right way, and did it with class. We did not do it at a level that someone else did. The only time I did drop down – and gave Marc (Burchell, one of Baldwin’s two campaign managers) an apoplectic fit – was when I said, ‘Shut up, Lynne.’ But there was a ‘please’ attached, so don’t forget that.” Peace Arch News caught up with Sinclair just after she gave her concession speech to supporters who joined her at Cosmos restaurant. She said she was surprised by Baldwin’s win, but accepted the results as what citizens of White Rock want. see page 4

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Public safety a shared job A rash of shootings over months have definite gangland the Christmas holidays overtones. While they are no less might lead an observer tragic than any loss of human to think that Surrey is a life, gang shootings usually particularly violent place. It isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t involve gang associates. necessarily true. Those who choose to get Still, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hard to remember a involved with gangs, usually to holiday period like this one, in make a lot of money and live a which police are investigating fast lifestyle, are often targets for three murders between Dec. those involved with rival gangs. 24 and 27, and a fourth serious Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about gaining an edge in shooting. the type of criminal activity the The timing is particular gang is trying horrible, considering to dominate. Frank Bucholtz that this is usually a Generally speaking, quieter time of year Surrey is a pretty safe and most people place to live. like to celebrate with Surrey RCMP are family and friends. generally pleased with While one the crime trends. Despite murder may well a rapidly-growing be connected to a population, many types robbery attempt, of crimes are trending as the victim was a downward, and a number convenience-store of enforcement measures, clerk, the reasons such as bait cars, have behind the others had a dramatic effect. arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t yet very clear. However, any large What does seem city is going to have a to be clear is that the gangland certain level of crime, and there shootings that rocked much of is no avoiding it completely. the Lower Mainland in 2009, As citizens, if we take proper including Surrey, are again measures to protect our homes starting to escalate. This was and vehicles, we arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t likely to predicted when gang leader have too many problems. Jonathan Bacon was gunned Nonetheless, there is a societal down in Kelowna this summer, problem when young people and several shootings in recent see violence as the solution to

whatever problems they feel they are going through. This doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just involve gang members. In some cases, it involves failed relationships or other personal issues. The tragic murder of 19-yearold Maple Batalia outside the Simon Fraser University Surrey campus on Sept. 28 has hit many people very hard, none more so than her family. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) has just released some video footage related to that case, and is asking members of the public to come forward with any tips they have to help police solve that case. Police canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do it all. Citizens must do all they can to prevent and avoid violence. And when serious crimes do take place, law-abiding citizens need to offer up any assistance to police that they can. In the new year, we as citizens can resolve to make our corner of Surrey a less violent place, and when crime does occur, we can help police to solve cases by providing all the information possible. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to a less violent 2012. Frank Bucholtz writes Thursdays for the Peace Arch News. He is the editor of the Langley Times.

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A flurry of fatal shootings in Surrey and Langley are not linked and are not gangrelated, police say. In a seeming unprecedented spate of violence over Christmas time, five people were shot, four fatally. Three of those fatal shootings, and one nonfatal attack, were in Surrey. Another fatal shooting occurred in Langley. “Each of the new investigations are still very preliminary, but investigators are confident that there are no links between the homicides,” said Supt. Dan Malo, officer in charge of the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team. “These are very separate and tragic events that are only linked by the fact that they took place during this holiday season.” The bloodshed began on Christmas Eve at a party on 13100-block 67A Avenue, where

Bradley McPherson, 28, was shot and killed. His mother Susan has since made a plea to the public for help. “My family and I would like to… ask anyone who has any information into who is responsible for this to come forward,” Susan McPherson said in a release. “Bradley was a fun-loving man who loved his family and he was in no way involved in illegal activity. This was a senseless act which has taken a son away from his mother forever.” On Christmas Day, Alok Gupta, 27, was covering a shift at Ken’s Grocery at 11779 96 Ave. He was found that afternoon, unresponsive and suffering from a gunshot wound. The Kwantlen business student was taken to hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. His uncle, Jugal Gupta, told CKNW the family is devastated. “Especially his mother is, I can’t describe,

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Police investigate Tuesday morning’s killing. she’s not able to speak, she’s totally devastated,” Jugal Gupta said. “The only son and he had some great dreams and you know.” Alok had arrived in Canada from India about a year ago. He had a degree in mechanical engineering and an MBA. On Boxing Day, a 54-year-old woman was shot in the chest in an apartment in the

13300-block King George Boulevard. She is expected to make a full recovery. That evening, Langley resident Jeremy Bettan was killed in his driveway, in what was believed to be a targeted shooting. Hours later, on Tuesday morning, another man was shot in Surrey, bringing the holiday death toll to four. A Caucasian man in his mid-20s was found dead on his front lawn in the 9500-block 125 Street at about 8:30 a.m. Neighbour Daljit Gill heard four bangs in rapid succession an hour earlier and she thought it was a nail gun. She said it’s typically a quiet area, but the people who lived in the victim’s house caused her some concern. The victim was not identified at press time. “IHIT will continue to work diligently to advance each individual investigation on behalf of the families who have suffered such terrible losses,” Malo said.

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It may have been Christmas Day, but not even turkey, stockings and visions of sugarplums were enough to keep a gaggle of windsurfers from dipping their boards into the waters of Semiahmoo Bay Sunday, as high winds created a perfect opportunity to catch a wave with the backdrop of the White Rock pier.

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White Rock bylaw officers will not enforce regulations regarding banners until at least April 1, council has decided. Mayor Wayne Baldwin proposed the moratorium last week, following concerns expressed by the city’s Business Improvement Association. BIA executive director Sherri Wilson Morissette raised the matter with Baldwin this month, after learning managers of Charlie Don’t Surf on Marine Drive had been told a banner hanging on the establishment’s railing was violating the city’s sign bylaw. City staff said they needed a permit to hang it, and even

then it could hang for only up to 28 days, Tracy Gass and Arun Fryer told Peace Arch News. While a city official had told PAN that the BIA was consulted on the bylaw before it took effect last January, Wilson Morissette disputed the extent of that consultation. “The majority of the consultation focused on the sandwich-board part of the bylaw and we were not made aware of this banner restriction,” Wilson Morissette said. “It affects the promotions and activities that the BIA does to help the businesses in White Rock.” Last week, former-councillor Margaret Woods raised the issue during council’s question period. Woods wanted to know why the city would charge businesses extra “because

they put a little sign up.” In suggesting the moratorium, Baldwin acknowledged that many business owners “don’t have time to think about participating” in consultation opportunities, such as those that were held regarding the sign bylaw. “When the rubber hit the road, all of a sudden their attention got yanked,” he said. Baldwin told Peace Arch News prior to council’s decision that it was an issue “we’re definitely going to take a look at.” “We understand the concerns the business owners have and we’re prepared to take action.” Council supported the moratorium unanimously.

Don’t tell Janelle Shoihet the only people speeding along White Rock’s Marine Drive aren’t from around here. After conducting traffic enforcement along the popular waterfront strip on a weekday morning last week, the White Rock constable knows better. “Everybody we stopped was either a White Rock or Ocean Park resident,” Shoihet said. “It’s definitely the residents that are the offenders.” Shoihet made the comments in response to what she says are repeated claims by area residents that the majority of motorists who speed along Marine Drive don’t live in the neighbourhood. In one hour – 7 to 8 a.m. – on Dec. 21, Shoihet said seven drivers were cited for exceeding the strip’s 30 km/h limit. Most were doing at least double the allowed speed, and all of those ticketed were eastbound commuters, she said. “People always say, ‘oh, it’s not us’,” she said. “Everybody I spoke to was on their way to work.” Shoihet said the problem isn’t just speed. The day before, one driver in a hurry actually passed a bus on Marine Drive – narrowly missing Shoihet as the officer went to walk across the street. The bus driver told Shoihet she sees similar driving behaviour every morning. With the winter chill adding a layer of ice to the mix, Shoihet said it’s even more important that motorists abide by the rules. “The speed down there is 30 for a reason,” she said. “Had you had to stop, it would have been very difficult to do so. “Thankfully, I was looking.”

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2012 will likely take its toll he year 2012 is almost upon us, and it will bring forth new challenges and opportunities for many who live south of the Fraser River, including both Surrey and White Rock. One of the most significant events of the year will be the opening of the new Port Mann Bridge, and expanded Highway 1, and the associated tolls for drivers. It will have a huge impact on Surrey and White Rock in the coming years. With the new bridge comes dedicated bus lanes and new bus routes that will directly connect communities here to the Lougheed SkyTrain station. This will greatly improve transit trips into Vancouver and Burnaby, and will almost certainly allow some people from here to more easily work and study in those communities. The tolls, however, will have a huge negative effect on many people who now drive on Highway 1. The effect will be so dramatic, at a time of frozen wages and steady tax increases by all levels government, that they are almost certain to change patterns of behaviour. For starters, casual trips across the bridge are likely to be diminished. If there is no transit alternative, it is likely that many people will not shop or attend events on the other side of the river nearly as often. This will be good for local businesses, and if they are able to offer the goods and services available in other areas at competitive prices, they are likely to gain customers. When it comes to work-related trips, it will be interesting to see if more residents seek work on this side of the river. Surrey, for example, already has a strong employment base, and some businesses may look to relocate here if many of their employees already live here. In the transportation industry, tolls can have a hugely negative effect. Will companies reroute trucks to free crossings, or will their customers start coming to them by relocating here? Tolls, particularly when applied unevenly within a region, have a major impact on communities. The net effect of the tolls will likely be more jobs in Surrey, Cloverdale and White Rock – Langley, too – and fewer reasons to cross the river. The improved bus service will be a great alternative for those wanting to make trips to Vancouver and Burnaby, but is likely that there will be fewer overall trips there. This could be very good for the local economy, and for the environment, if there ends up being fewer cars on the freeway.

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ime marches on – and change is debate. In Surrey, the opening of a new the only constant. city centre library is another symbol So be it, even on the of progress. Politically, voters’ Semiahmoo Peninsula. If the year 2011 overwhelming endorsement of teaches us anything it’s that nothing – even the HST – is set Dianne Watts’ Surrey First team Alex Browne is seen by some as a triumph, in stone. and, by others, as a stifling of The events of the year any voice of opposition. At demonstrate that we cannot the very least, it’s a watershed continue to exist in blissful isolation. The encroachment moment – perhaps suggesting that those with a different of problems we associate with outlook need to regroup and urban life is inevitable. rethink their positions. The sight of sports cars being pulled over and impounded for And while the status quo continues nationally and alleged street racing – whatever provincially, gains made by the the outcome of the case – NDP on both fronts suggest that can be seen as a harbinger people are ready to consider, of things to come. Sudden death – whether by accident or if not actually embrace, alternatives. premeditated plan – is no stranger to We have all seen the crumbling of our once quiet streets. financial institutions internationally as But there are positives, too. In White a result of greed and criminality, and Rock, the new Centre for Active Living is a reminder of the potential of felt the subsequent chill in our local economy. We are developing a healthy community enterprise. skepticism, but also an underlying The election of a new mayor – former city administrator Wayne Baldwin – and sensibility that there are better, kinder changes in the lineup of councillors offer models for building and sustaining the hope, at least, that counterproductive business than waging war on the middle class. infighting can give way to reasoned

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While 2012 may throw us increasing challenges, we must remain positive to move forward. We cannot fight fear with fear, or evil with evil. I consider the example of one of the most admirable men I know – who calmly accepts that his remaining time on earth may be limited. Rather than bemoaning fate, he looks each new day squarely in the eye, accepting whatever blessings it may bring with joy, quiet faith, and even humour – an inspiration to all around him. We all, let’s face it, have limited time – even if we haven’t been given specifics. The least we can do is face our daily life with as much grace and positivity. Speaking of things set in stone, the ancient Mayan calendar which many have found disturbing – according to it, time runs out in the winter of 2012 – turns out to be the delineation of an era of 5,000 years, or so. Those who carved it seem to have been aware that other 5,000-year blocks of time preceded it without particular cataclysm. Presumably, they even anticipated a few more to succeed it. A change of era, no doubt, but imagine panicking because your daytimer has no days printed after Jan. 1. Of course, if 2012 does turn out to be the end of days, there’s nothing much we can do about it. Much more likely, it’s yet another chance – the same granted us each year’s end – for a new beginning. Let’s make the most of it. Alex Browne is a reporter at the Peace Arch News. The Peace Arch News is a member of the British Columbia Press Council, a self-regulatory body governing the province’s newspaper industry. The council considers complaints from the public about the conduct of member newspapers. Directors oversee the mediation of complaints, with input from both the newspaper and the complaint holder. If talking with the editor or publisher does not resolve your complaint about coverage or story treatment, you may contact the B.C. Press Council. Your written concern, with documentation, should be sent within 45 days to B.C. Press Council, 201 Selby street, Nanaimo, B.C., V9R-2R2. For information, phone 888-687-2213 or go to www. bcpresscouncil.org

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Affordability not considered Editor: Re: Surrey property taxes expected to rise $90, Dec. 22 I hope the B.C. municipal auditor arrives soon to explain Surrey’s budget. The inflation rate is 1.5 per cent but taxes are going up four per cent compounded. During this recession our spending and debt increased. We now have a $53-million loan to pay for a world class city hall and library, possibly rising to $95 million if things don’t work out. There is an unfunded – i.e. no money set aside – liability of $1,024 million for guaranteed employee pensions. Surrey also contributes $11.8 million annually toward the employees’ pension plan, and future employee benefits of all sorts cost another $18.6 million a year. The separate road levy is not itemized, so we don’t know what we got for it. Additional taxation will be added by the GVRD. Its 2011 average was 9.2 per cent, but next year will be higher. TransLink is another tax hole. My estimate is total property taxes may be near 10 per cent. The budget says it focuses on three pillars of sustainability, but none is taxpayer affordability. Simply put, Surrey is slowly working its way into bankruptcy and ignoring what has happened to whole countries and many U.S. states. They, too, had a spend-now, pay-later policy. J. Edwards, Surrey

to patient records. This could be readily converted to expanding the emergency department, with the top floor for post-emergency beds. Patient records should be on a computer or in a warehouse, not stored in PAH’s most valuable space. We are being continuously told that “there is no more money for hospitals.” There is plenty of money in this rich province; our annual provincial gross national product is over $200 billion, but there is a lack of political will to tax those who can afford it – the top 10 per cent – to provide the public services we demand for the 90 per cent of us who can’t fly to the U.S. when sick. Yes, there is a Scrooge, and she’s smiling at us from Victoria. Herbert Spencer, Surrey

It takes a community Editor: Re: Make our jewel shine once again, Dec. 20 letters. I found Camp Alex after retiring from working in special education. Much to my surprise and delight, several of my ex-students greeted me when I started working there during the summer camps. “I am having the best time ever!” they would shout, as they

recognized me and practically knocked me over with a hug. Working on Wednesdays for the hot-lunch program has been very rewarding as well, as I have gotten to know some of the seniors. A gentle smile and sometimes a hand squeeze will be just a memory if this wonderful program is cancelled due to lack of funding. It was devastating for not only the seniors, but staff and volunteers as well, when the Thursday hot-lunch program at First United Church was cancelled. For many, it was the only meal for the day. Hard to believe in affluent South Surrey, White Rock! In these times of monetary restraints, please remember Camp Alexandra – a place to go for support, a good meal, a good time, a place to learn or just a place to relax over coffee with newfound friends after a stroll on the beach. As letter-writer Dee Walmsley says, it truly is a jewel that has been shining for more than 100 years. Let it shine again. Sandy Marantz, White Rock Q Neighbourhood houses are volunteer-driven organizations, a point made so well in Dee Walmsley’s compelling letter. Without the heart and commitment of our volunteers, we would not be able to do the work we do. What distinguishes neighbourhood houses from other

social-service organizations is that we move beyond service provision, striving to engage individuals in the strengthening of community. Dee’s letter underscores the challenges all not-for-profits face during this economic downturn. As funding streams dry up and grassroots organizations respond by merging with larger organizations, Alexandra Neighbourhood House continues to work with community to meet changing needs. Through our children’s centre and childcare programs, our services for at-risk youth and families, our programs for older adults, our Building Welcoming and Inclusive Neighbourhoods activities and our participation at local planning tables, Alexandra Neighbourhood House remains committed to building a healthy, vibrant community. Do we need help? Absolutely. Just as we have for many years. Our historic buildings need care, our childcare programs need champions, our community programs need sponsors and our older adult programs need sustainable funding. But more importantly, we continue to rely on committed volunteers and donors to help us rebuild our beloved ‘Camp A,’ as we continue to respond to changing needs, and strengthen our shared community – as we have since 1916. Penny Bradley, executive director Alexandra Neighbourhood House

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Plenty of space, just not the will Editor: This week I was exposed to the reality of our medical system at Peace Arch Hospital when I had to rush my wife to emergency, as she was suffering severe pain after major surgery earlier in the month. The single doctor on the night shift had to deal with more than two dozen patients. As a result, my wife did not see him for nearly four hours, when she received her first pain medication. She was kept in for three nights – the first in the cast room, the second in a corridor in emergency and, finally, one night in a real ward. Her earlier surgery meant she is now acutely sensitive to postoperative infection, but this seemed to matter little as she spent almost 48 hours in a busy corridor exposed to numerous strangers. She was assigned a surgeon on her second day who prescribed a morphine-based painkiller, even though it had been stated several times that she is morphine sensitive. Imagine my surprise to discover that the whole of the top floor at PAH is ‘blacked-out’ because the B.C. government will not fund the staffing to run the extra beds. Even worse, next door to emergency is a large space – 50 per cent the size of the emergency area – dedicated

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It was a life-and-death situation Editor: Re: Low flow hurting salmon, Dec. 13. In 2007, Surrey began pumping water from a standby well in Sunnyside Urban Forest, intending it for low water levels in Elgin Creek during the summer months only, but unfortunately low water flow is not always a summer issue. Low water flows in Elgin Creek has been an issue for a long time. Subdivision building has decreased ground water discharge and storm water has been pumped away from streams. Your article quotes Carrie Baron, Surrey drainage and environment manager, as saying, “It’s not like the creek’s gone dry. The salmon are not going to die if they don’t have this water right now.”

How wrong she was. More than 70 Coho salmon were counted going upstream through a culvert under Crescent Road in late November, when enough rain finally fell to allow salmon to migrate. Unfortunately, within 48 hours all fish were dead or dying from lack of water; none had spawned. A week later, another 30-35 Coho died from lack of water. In addition, there are still over 40 Coho trapped in a man-made pool at Crescent Road unable to move upstream to spawn, due to lack of water. Is this going to be the fate of Elgin Creek, after volunteers spend hundreds and hundreds of hours every year trying to bring salmon back to Surrey streams? Bob Scanlon, Director, Nicomekl Enhancement Society

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A $47,000-effort to spruce up a patch of green space at the corner of Columbia and Victoria Avenues got the go-ahead at White Rock council last week. But the project proposed for Gage Park did not receive unanimous support. “This bit of green space is nothing more than that,” said Coun. Al Campbell, of the small, triangular park at 15100 Columbia Ave. “We don’t need anything more here, in my opinion.” City arborist Aelicia Otto asked council to apply for a $37,600 B.C. Community Recreation Grant, to help fund planned upgrades. The application – due Dec. 28 – had to include a resolution from council confirming the city’s share of the cost – $9,400 – is in place, Otto said. Proposed upgrades include installing a retaining wall, seating, a stairway, planting beds, trees, irrigation and grass. It currently sports two benches, a tall fir and a trio of newly planted trees. Given the park’s location on a pedestrian route between the town centre

New Year’s Day 2012 Collection Schedule White Rock City Hall will be closed on Monday, January 2, 2012 for New Year’s Day. Recycling, garbage and Green Can collection will be scheduled as follows: Single-Family Dwellings and Duplexes (Bag/Can Collection) All single-family collection days are unaffected by this holiday and remain unchanged. Tracy Holmes photo

Upgrades to Gage Park approved. and the waterfront, and the popularity of walking in the community, “the development of Gage Park is strategic in linking neighbourhoods to the beach,” a staff report states. Otto noted the city’s 2011 budget identified $12,000 for irrigation upgrades at the park – work that did not proceed. The grant, if awarded, could cover up to 80 per cent of the proposed amendments, she said. Without it, only the original-slated work will be undertaken. Campbell said the money would be “way better-spent” at Emerson Park.

Multi-Family Dwellings/Commercial (7+ Units with Bin Collection) Multi-family/commercial garbage, yard waste, and recycling collection normally scheduled for Monday, January 2 will take place on Tuesday, January 3, 2012. All other multi-family/commercial collection days remain unchanged. Please have all receptacles curbside by 8:00 a.m. on your collection day. In the event of inclement weather, please visit the City of White Rock website or call the Engineering and Municipal Operations Department at 604.541.2181 for updated collection information as crews may be re-deployed to expedite snow removal.

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Olive Hannah and her daughter Joan sit down to enjoy the free turkey dinner prepared by volunteers at First United Church on Christmas Day. The event also included live music.

Holiday dinner brings people together

Good company and comfort food Alex Browne Staff Reporter

ne of White Rock’s strongest holiday traditions is entering its third decade following the annual Community Christmas Day Dinner at First United Church on Dec. 25. In the early 1980s, the late George Bryant, long-time gardener and parks keeper for the city – and other local movers and shakers – decided that no matter what the individual circumstances, there was no reason for any one to be alone or lonely on Christmas Day, particularly in a community as comfortable and rich in spirit as White Rock. Now, each year, the volunteerorganized, volunteer-run free event provides a dose of Christmas good fellowship for participants and servers alike, with help from generous individual sponsors and service organizations. Co-organizer and co-founder Chip Barrett said this year’s event measured up in all regards, with Chef Leslie Maudsley dishing up a

total of 262 turkey dinners with all the trimmings to dinner guests and volunteer servers and facilitators. “We set tables for 196, but she ended up serving 209 guests – I don’t know how that worked out,” Barrett said. “It was a wonderful dinner, as always.” Once again fulfilling the role of Santa he inherited from Bryant was MLA Gordon Hogg. “Gordon was right on form, as usual, although he was a somewhat skinnier Santa this year,” Barrett added. Also adding to the good cheer were poinsettias and goodie bags, photos with Santa, music by pianist Christine Dibble, traditional singalongs, the White Rock Youth Ambassadors, and Rev. Joan McMurtry’s retelling of The Christmas Story. “With Christmas falling on a Sunday this year, there was a also a 10:30 a.m. service, so parking was a little tricky, but it all worked out well,” Barrett said.

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a look back at 2011

The Semiahmoo Peninsula’s year in news

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A glance back at the year 2011 will be an emotional journey for some, political for others and, perhaps regrettably, merely incidental for a few. Inevitably, it will spark motivation for many of us to strive for improvement in the days ahead. Whether one has a tendency to focus on the positives or negatives, going over the triumphs and the tragedies within our community for the past year is bound to stir reaction. So sit back and see where your thoughts take you, as you peruse this month-by-month review of Peace Arch News’ most-talked-about items of 2011:

quotes of note Sometimes we felt like David against Goliath.

-Aart Looye, Fight HST campaigner, on B.C. voters’ rejection of the harmonized tax

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There really is no choice. Santa didn’t drop any new schools down the chimney.

January • After a 10-week labour strike that left elderly and disabled clients without a way to get around, HandyDart service resumes, much to the relief of organizations such as Semiahmoo House Society. • Trees removed in error by the City of Surrey near 14 Avenue and 126A Street are blamed by a local safety watchdog for causing slope instability above the railway. A series of mudslides in the area later buries a 30-foot section of the track and causes Amtrak to suspend its Seattle-to-Vancouver passenger train for several days. • The City of White Rock purchases the Church of Christ, Scientist property at 1174 Fir St. for $1.6 million. The city now owns the entire block where city hall, police and the fire department are located. • One day after unleashing a storm of controversy over a proposed teacher-reward program, BC Liberal leadership hopeful and SurreyCloverdale MLA Kevin Falcon says his idea was “misunderstood.” • White Rock city council passes a motion to declare Mayor Catherine Ferguson’s actions and statements regarding the removal of photographs from council chambers the previous summer “inappropriate.” The move came after a formal inquiry into the matter was called off prematurely after Ferguson hired a lawyer to dispute the legality of the investigation, raising questions about the enforceability of council’s code of conduct. • Former Softball BC bookkeeper, Karline Frances Elliott, who pleaded guilty to stealing more than $400,000 from the organization over a 2½-year period, is sentenced to three years in prison.

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- Laurae McNally, Surrey Board of Education chair, on extended school day schedules

This is news?

- Bonnie Irving, Fraser Health communications leader, asked by Peace Arch News to address crowding at Peace Arch Hospital

Langley RCMP show media the damage after a dump truck collides with a car on 16 Avenue, killing the car’s driver. • The former chief of staff at Peace Arch Hospital slams the emergency room’s overcrowding problem as “the worst I’ve ever seen,” upon returning to the hospital to fill in earlier in the month. The health ministry responds by saying the situation is being closely monitored, noting winter months are traditionally busy for emergency departments. • White Rock resident and former director of engineering for the Municipality of Delta, Kip Gaudry, is sentenced to 18 months in prison for possessing thousands of images and movies of child pornography, described by the judge as “toward the more horrible end of the scale.” • A South Surrey man is killed while driving along 16 Avenue after a dump truck crosses a double-yellow line to pass a car and collides with the man’s truck head-on. Ten months later, a 63-year-old man appears in Surrey Provincial Court on a charge of dangerous driving causing death. Ï

February • Surrey Coun. Bob Bose is left as the only voice of opposition on city council, after Coun. Marvin Hunt accepts Mayor Dianne Watts’ invitation to join Surrey First.

Emergency crews recover a car from the Serpentine River. The driver later succumbed.

• The Surrey School District announces two high schools – Earl Marriott and Lord Tweedsmuir – would be adopting an extended class schedule in the fall to address overcrowding. Students at EMS later stage a walkout to protest the changes; and about 60 Lord Tweedsmuir students drop in on Surrey-Cloverdale MLA Kevin Falcon’s offices to ask for more provincial funding for Surrey schools. Ð

MLA Gordon Hogg drops in on EMS rally.

• A woman in her mid-20s is pulled from the Serpentine River after crashing her car through the barrier of the Serpentine Bridge. Though she is revived after spending approximately 90 minutes submerged, she succumbs to her injuries 12 days later. RCMP announce in March they believe a second vehicle may have been involved in the crash. Results of a Ministry of Transportation review of the section of guard rail that failed to prevent the woman from going into the river are expected in January. Í • An 18-year-old woman is struck and killed by a police cruiser as she attempts to cross King George Boulevard near 98 Avenue, at an unmarked area of the road. The incident is investigated by Abbotsford police, who say the officer was not en route to a call and did not have the vehicle’s lights or sirens on when the pedestrian was hit. Six months later, police announce they found “insufficient evidence” to support a charge.

• Peace Arch Hospital’s brand-new maternity ward officially opens with a ceremony attended by local dignitaries, donors and guests. The new ward – which has three times the birthing capacity of the old one – was one of five projects in the hospital’s $32-million Partners in Caring campaign. • White Rock city council is met with angry residents who give council an earful regarding a decision to accept an appeal by Royal Avenue residents looking for permission to remove city trees. After the opposition continues to grow, the city makes an offer to neighbours to remove only two of three trees in question. Residents later march to city hall with remnants of the trees to protest the city’s tree-cutting policy. • Citing a reliance on ‘spin’ and a reluctance to admit error or listen to advice, some local Conservatives express “thinning” support for MP Russ Hiebert (South Surrey-White Rock-Cloverdale), news that comes as a surprise to the president of the local electoral district association, who dismisses the criticism as being limited to a select few. • Five months after 15-year-old Laura Szendrei is beaten to death in a Delta park, police announce firstdegree murder charges have been laid against an 18-year-old man.

March • Two vehicles belonging to White Rock Coun. Helen Fathers are vandalized while parked in front of her home, an incident Fathers speculates may have ties to tensions over the city’s tree policy. • A man with an assault rifle and handgun in his vehicle is shot dead by Surrey RCMP near King George Boulevard and Highway 10, following a police chase that started in South Surrey. The man is later identified as 28-year-old Adam Purdie, who friends say helped people recover from drug and alcohol abuse. In October, an investigation into the incident by Saanich Police clears the officer who shot Purdie of any wrongdoing.

To me, it’s important that we have some other voices on council, besides the mayor’s team.

- Bob Bose, on Coun. Marvin Hunt accepting the invitation to join Surrey First

We got forgotten. We were out of sight and out of mind. People should not be treated like that.

- Mary Waggoner, local resident, on ER overcrowding at Peace Arch Hospital

You know me… When I make a commitment to do something, I do it.

- Kevin Falcon, on the possibility of the HST rate increasing in the future

I was prepared to ignore the poor quality of his communication to the riding – essentially a self-serving, continuous campaign rather than messaging that informs and encourages the people he represents – but this spinning of the budget overrun is simply too much to stomach.

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- David Wiens, former EDA communications chair on MP Russ Hiebert’s performance

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Your remarkable fall from grace is a burden you will carry for the rest of your life.

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- Judge Gregory Rideout, delivering sentence to Peter Hodson, convicted of drug dealing while a police ofﬁcer

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a look back at 2011 • White Rock Coun. Helen Fathers announces she is parting ways with Citizens for Positive Renewal and will serve the rest of her term as an independent, attributing the decision to a matter of “conscience.” • The City of Surrey launches legal action against former city planner Akonyu Akolo, alleging he used city money to buy a $600,000 North Delta home. Surrey RCMP later press charges against Akolo in relation to his alleged misappropriation of funds. • Chlorination of White Rock’s drinking water is made permanent after a report on the 2010 boil-water advisory – triggered by traces of E. coli found in the water supply – deems it necessary. • Effects of a massive 8.9-magnitude earthquake and subsequent tsunami that struck Japan are felt locally by Peninsula residents – some of whom have family in the midst of the disaster. A White Rock woman later travels to Japan, risking entry into the evacuation zone, to rescue starving, abandoned pets left behind. « • Surrey-Cloverdale MLA Kevin Falcon’s dreams of leading the province are dashed after Christy Clark wins leadership of the BC Liberal party. Ð • A 23-year-old man is shot dead by police in Crescent Beach after an exchange of gunfire with officers responding to a domestic-disturbance call. Vancouver Police Department is tasked to investigate. • After a tumultuous few years that included an attempted overthrow and a visit to B.C. Supreme Court, the White Rock Business Improvement Association is renewed for five years. • In keeping with her campaign promise, new Liberal leader Christy Clark announces a mail-in referendum will take place later in the year on whether to keep the much-debated harmonized sales tax.

April • Conservative MP Russ Hiebert is criticized for “jumping the gun” with campaigning by mailing out a pamphlet before the federal election was officially called. Hiebert denies the literature – paid for by his electoral district association – broke any rules. • Five teenagers face charges after a Surrey musician is beaten after getting off a bus near Scott Road and 74 Avenue. • Concept plans for the White Rock Muffler site on Marine Drive are met with anger, confusion and curiosity, when it’s revealed the developer wants to build to six storeys, beyond the current zoning allowance of three. A 114-name petition later created by neighbours calls on council to stop the proposal. The developer later scales back the project’s overall height to four storeys, but the proposed changes do little to ease neighbours’ concerns. In October, White Rock council gives a thumbs-up to zoning and Official Community Plan bylaw amendments that enable the project to move forward. The next step is the development permit review process.

Pet rescuer Chizue Lister, of White Rock, is checked for radiation in Fukushima, as she braves Japan’s evacuation zone to care for abandoned animals.

• Nineteen-year-old Surrey resident Devon Allaire-Bell is stabbed to death near Frank Hurt Secondary, after he and a friend were confronted by a group of young men. • A 41-year-old Surrey man’s foot is severed after he is struck from behind by a freight train while walking along the tracks south of Marine Drive. Officials believe the man was wearing headphones and was unable to hear the train’s horn, which was sounded numerous times.

May • Local voters have their say in the 41st federal election, choosing Russ Hiebert (Conservative, South Surrey-White RockCloverdale), Jinny Sims (NDP, NewtonNorth Delta), Nina Grewal (Conservative, Fleetwood-Port Kells) and Jasbir Sandhu (NDP, Surrey-North). • A motion by Mayor Catherine Ferguson to suspend applications for tree-removal while the city’s controversial Policy 611 is reviewed is narrowly voted down. • Overcrowding at Peace Arch Hospital is back in the news, after general surgeon Dr. John Todd describes the facility as “bursting at the seams,” noting that “nurses are in despair and patients are being neglected.”

• The car of 22-year-old Kassandra Kaulius is T-boned at 64 Avenue and 152 Street, killing the Clayton Heights Secondary alumnus, who was returning home from a softball game. Witnesses report seeing a woman flee into a nearby wooded area, and police arrest a 34-year-old Surrey woman in connection with the crash.

• Despite concerns voiced by neighbouring Miramar Village residents about amendments to the design of the final two Bosa towers, the project is given the green light by the city and is expected to get underway next spring.

• A City of Surrey staff report showing the use of closed-circuit TV cameras has decreased the occurrence of auto theft prompts Mayor Dianne Watts to call for more cameras to be used in “hot spots.”

• White Rock firefighters refuse to take part in a city employee-satisfaction poll, citing lingering hard feelings over the city considering contracting out its fire services to Surrey last year. Months later, officials from the fire department meet with the city in an effort to mend the fence.

• As the HST referendum nears, the BC Liberals announce plans to cut the tax rate by two percentage points over the next three years if voters opt to keep the controversial tax. • Family members of victims of a 2009 float plane crash off Saturna Island file negligence lawsuits against the company, pilot and others, seeking damages. • A 56-year-old White Rock woman is killed by a hit-and-run driver in a crosswalk at Johnston Road and Thrift Avenue, after the driver had been flagged to stop by a White Rock RCMP officer less than a block away. Two months later, White Rock RCMP arrest a 19-year-old Surrey man, who faces six charges in connection with the fatality.

• Residents along 32 Avenue concerned with the high volume of passing diesel trucks form a coalition in an effort to get trucks banned on the busy South Surrey street. • A White Rock city staffer is banned from the RCMP station where she had been working as administration manager, after she is deemed “unsuitable to continue work at the detachment.” • After attempting to find an appropriate and catchy brand, the City of White Rock decides on ‘City by the Sea.’ • Surrey and White Rock announce plans for staff to collaborate on development ideas for the cities’ shared town centre. • Former Surrey School District official Bob Chadwick is handed an 18-month conditional sentence after pleading guilty to breach of trust for siphoning tens of thousands of dollars from the district.

• After low enrolment numbers prompted parents to move their children elsewhere, the Surrey School District announces Laronde Elementary will be Frenchimmersion only starting in September.

• A 16-year-old is found guilty of manslaughter in the stabbing death of Surrey’s Sam McGowan, 42. Sentencing is set for Jan. 27.

• Federal Green party candidate Alan Saldana (Fleetwood-Port Kells) quits the election race after it is revealed his Facebook profile lists his favourite quote as: “If rape is inevitable, lie back and enjoy it!”

• Despite an expected multi-million-dollar deficit, the Surrey School District manages to balance its budget for the 2011-2012 school year by using money left over from the previous year’s budget.

• Citing a “new focus,” the City of White Rock hands over bylaw-enforcement duties to city-trained peace officers, ending the 22-year rule of contracted commissionaires. • An apparent road-rage incident results in a 30-year-old Surrey man being shot dead near 128 Street and 68 Avenue.

June

Premier Christy Clark gets the job sought by Kevin Falcon, naming the runner-up ﬁnance minister.

• Job action by Canada Post employees threatens to interfere with the HST referendum, as Elections BC officials try to mail out more than three million ballots to homes across the province. The federal government later passes controversial backto-work legislation. see page 14

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In the news from page 13 • Four RCMP officers involved in the “Surrey Six” homicide case face a total of 20 charges – including breach of trust, obstruction of justice and fraud – stemming from allegations of an inappropriate relationship between an investigating officer and a witness. • The Vancouver Canucks lose Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals to the Boston Bruins, setting off a riot in Downtown Vancouver that included fires, looting and damaged property. Meanwhile in Surrey, thousands of fans gather to watch the game at Central City Plaza, but the crowd remains wellbehaved during and after the game. « • Community members gather to celebrate the grand opening of White Rock’s Centre for Active Living at Centennial Park, a health facility valued at $6.6 million.

July • A vote by the TransLink Mayors’ Council in support of increasing gas taxes prompts White Rock councillors to encourage Peninsula residents to fill their tanks south of the border.

Game 7 brought bad news for Canucks fans in Surrey (above), and worse news in Vancouver (left).

• In an effort to address heavy traffic on 32 Avenue, the City of Surrey announces plans to widen the road to four lanes between 154 and 160 streets in 2012. • Erosion along the Fraser River is blamed for a toppled BC Hydro transmission tower that fell in North Surrey, downing powerlines and forcing the closure of Highway 1 and Lougheed Highway.

• Jonathan Bacon, the eldest of the notorious trio of brothers, is shot dead in broad daylight outside a Kelowna hotel. Four others are injured in the attack.

• Federal NDP leader Jack Layton, 61, is remembered across the country and locally after losing his life to cancer.

• Surrey Coun. Barbara Steele is criticized by opponents for endorsing former premier Gordon Campbell’s nomination for the Order of B.C.

September • More than a dozen luxury vehicles, valued at up to $3 million, are impounded after reports of street racing on Highway 99 prompt White Rock and South Surrey police to pull over 13 drivers. Each of the drivers was fined $196. While criminal charges were not pursued, RCMP recommended vehicles be seized by the BC Civil Forfeiture office.

• A 60,000-gallon sewage spill on White Rock’s West Beach – caused by a blocked sanitary sewage main under Marine Drive – forced the closure of the popular swimming spot for three days.

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• The school year is off to a bumpy start when the BC Teachers Federation files strike notice, which includes the refusal of administrative duties such as report cards and supervising playgrounds.

• British Columbians vote 54.73 per cent in favour of scrapping the harmonized sales tax; local BC Liberal constituencies vote to keep the tax.

• Surrey Mayor Dianne Watts suffers two broken vertebrae in a horseback-riding accident in Kamloops.

• After the annual Spirit of the Sea Festival fireworks show is set to be cancelled due to lack of sponsorship, Semiahmoo First Nation steps in to foot the bill for the 45-minute spectacle at White Rock Beach.

• A woman involved in a car crash with Mayor Dianne Watts in 2010 files a lawsuit against the mayor, her husband and the company that leased Watts’ SUV to her, seeking undisclosed damages.

• A two-year-old South Surrey boy suffers only a broken nose after falling three storeys through a screen, an outcome RCMP call “amazing.” • An overnight collision involving a wrongway driver on Highway 10 kills three and leaves one woman injured.

• White Rock Coun. Grant Meyer ignites a heated debate when he voices his support to have South Surrey join White Rock.

• A 26-year-old Surrey man is charged with first-degree murder in the stabbing death of his wife, after an attack at a Newton newspaper office where she worked.

• A Crescent Beach resident suffers serious facial injuries after he’s attacked by a group of teenage boys a block from his home.

• Surrey’s new 77,000-sq.-ft. City Centre Library – with a price tag of $36 million – opens to the public.

• After announcing in August they’d run in the municipal election under a Team White Rock slate, former city manager Wayne Baldwin, former councillor Cliff Annable and Brad Forster, husband of former mayor Judy Forster, decide to part ways and run independently. • A report from White Rock’s director of engineering warns that corroded lamp standards and arches along the pier are putting pedestrians at risk of “severe personal injury,” and recommends immediate repairs, estimated to cost more than $400,000. Council voted in favour of the project.

• The Semiahmoo Peninsula mourns the loss of Linda Klitch, publisher of Peace Arch News and community champion, who died suddenly after complications from surgery. The White Rock South Surrey Community Foundation establishes the Linda Linda Klitch Klitch Legacy Fund to continue her efforts to provide support for those who need it. • White Rock resident and former VPD officer Peter Hodson is sentenced to three years in federal prison after pleading guilty to trafficking marijuana and breach of trust earlier in the year. In December, Hodson is stabbed in the neck by a fellow inmate at Pacific Institution, but is expected to fully recover from his injuries. • Surrey councillors express anger after a company that promised to help revitalize a Newton mall in exchange for gaming zoning sold the property to another company not required to fulfill the original promises.

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• A White Rock man is among passengers who survive a plane crash on a Richmond road. The plane’s pilot and co-pilot die from their injuries. • A senior resident at Kiwanis Park Place dies after falling ill as a result of E. coli. Tests have not confirmed the cause of the woman’s death.

October • Nineteen-year-old SFU student Maple Batalia dies after being shot in the City Central parkade near the school’s Surrey campus. In December, police announce they have seized a car they believe was driven by her killer. • The poor economy is blamed for the South Surrey White Rock Chamber of Commerce eliminating its executive director position, held by Cori Lynn Germiquet. The chamber cancels plans to hold an all-candidates meeting ahead of the municipal election, citing a need to be fiscally prudent. • White Rock Mayor Catherine Ferguson announces she will not seek re-election in November’s municipal election, prompting former city manager Wayne Baldwin to announce his candidacy for the mayor’s chair. Coun. Lynne Sinclair, former council candidate Larry Anschell and new White Rock resident Angelo Megla also step into the race for the city’s top job, while sitting Coun. Doug McLean announces he won’t be running again. Megla later withdraws from the race, citing family matters. • Despite a last-minute appeal for ticketbuyers, Peace Arch Hospital and Community Health Foundation’s WinFall Lottery falls short, selling only two-thirds of tickets and failing to break even. • White Rock Coun. Helen Fathers and former councillor Cliff Annable admit to commenting online anonymously at peacearchnews.com after first denying participating in the practise, sparking a flurry of debate.

December • Residents of Breakaway Bays mobile-home park, many of them seniors, have a chilly few days after most lose power. • Two Surrey women are charged with break-and-enter and theft under $5,000 in connection with the theft of a dog in Coquitlam. The women, both involved with A Better Life Dog Rescue, defend their actions, citing “humanitarian reasons” for taking the dog. Surrey Coun. Bob Bose leaves his political post after 28 years, after a sweep by Surrey First.

• An 18-year-old Surrey resident is stabbed and later dies after intervening in an altercation near 128 Street and 72 Avenue. • Weeks after announcing her plans to quit local politics, Mayor Catherine Ferguson announces she’ll be taking over as executive director of the White Rock South Surrey Hospice Society in the new year. • A visit from former presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush to Surrey’s economic summit attracts more than 200 protestors, many of whom allege Bush is guilty of war crimes and should be arrested.

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• In his inaugural speech as White Rock mayor, Wayne Baldwin announces plans to put an end to pre-scheduled in-camera meetings, hold quarterly public forums and establish a new council committee to monitor external communications. • Residents who want the truck-route designation removed from 32 Avenue are disappointed and embarrassed to learn that the City of Surrey hadn’t penned its support as promised – a revelation that only came when their group appeared as a delegation before TransLink. • Two people who received lengthy driving bans in connection with alleged street racing of luxury vehicles along Highway 99 in August appeal the penalties, claiming they were issued without evidence. • A spate of violence over Christmas weekend – resulting in three shooting deaths in Surrey and one in Langley – are unrelated and not linked to gangs, according to police.

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N OT I C E O F P U B L I C H E A R I N G - M O N DAY, JA N U A RY 9 , 2 012 The Council of the City of Surrey will hold a Public Hearing pursuant to the provisions of the Local Government Act, in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 14245 - 56 Avenue, Surrey, BC, on Monday, January 9, 2012, commencing at 7:00 p.m. Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2011, No. 17538 Application: 7911-0186-00 CIVIC ADDRESS: 13453, 13463 - 76 Avenue, 7630, 7646 - 134A Street and Portion of Road Allowance APPLICANT: Amarjit Masson, Balwinder Sidhu, Parampal Jaura, Parvinder Jaura, Bachittar S. Dhaliwal and Kulwant K. Dhaliwal c/o Barnett Dembek Architects Inc. (Maciej Dembek) #135, 7536 - 130 Street, Surrey, BC V3W 1H8 PROPOSAL: To rezone the site from “One Acre Residential Zone (RA)” to “Light Impact Industrial Zone (IL)”. The purpose of the rezoning is to permit the development of a 1,859 sq. m. (20, 000 sq. ft.) industrial building. B. Permitted Uses for Light Impact Industrial Zone (IL) Land and structures shall be used for the following uses only, or for a combination of such uses: 1. Light impact industry. 2. Recycling depots provided that: (a) The use is confined to an enclosed building; and (b) The storage of used tires is prohibited. 3. Transportation industry. 4. Automotive service uses. 5. Automobile painting and body work. 6. Vehicle storage and parking facilities including truck parking and recreational vehicle storage. 7. General service uses limited to the following: (a) driving schools; and (b) industrial equipment rentals. (c) taxi dispatch offices; (d) industrial first aid training; and (e) trade schools. 8. Warehouse uses. 9. Distribution centres. 10. Office uses limited to the following: (a) Architectural and landscape architectural offices; (b) Engineering and surveying offices; (c) General contractor offices; (d) Government offices; and (e) Utility company offices. 11. Accessory uses including the following: (a) Coffee shops provided that the seating capacity shall not exceed 35 and the said coffee shop is not licensed by the Liquor Control and Licensing Act, R.S.B.C. 1996, chapter 267, as amended. (b) Recreation facilities, excluding go-kart operations, drag racing and rifle ranges; (c) Community services; (d) Assembly halls limited to churches, provided that: (i) the church does not exceed a total floor area of 700 square metres (7,500 sq. ft.); (ii) the church accommodates a maximum of 300 seats; and (iii) there is not more than one church on a lot. (e) Child care centres; and (f) Dwelling unit(s) provided that the dwelling unit(s) is (are): i. Contained within the principal building; ii. Occupied by the owner or a caretaker, for the protection of the businesses permitted; iii. Restricted to a maximum number of: a. One dwelling unit in each principal building less than 2,800 square metres [30,000 sq. ft.] in floor area; b. Two dwelling units in each principal building of 2,800 square metres [30,000 sq. ft.] or greater in floor area; and c. Notwithstanding Sub-sections B.11 (f) iii.a. and iii.b., the maximum number shall be two dwelling units for lots less than 4.0 hectares [10 acres] in area and three dwelling units for lots equal to or greater than 4.0 hectares [10 acres] in area. iv. Restricted to a maximum floor area of: a. 140 square metres [1,500 sq. ft.] for one (first) dwelling unit on a lot and where a lot has been subdivided by a strata plan then there shall only be one 140-square metre [1,500- sq. ft.] dwelling unit within the strata plan; b. 90 square metres [970 sq. ft.] for each additional dwelling unit; and

Notwithstanding Sub-sections B.11 (f) iv.a. and iv.b., the maximum floor area shall not exceed 33% of the total floor area of the principal building within which the dwelling unit is contained. (g) Sales of rebuilt vehicles less than 5,000 kilograms [11,023 lbs.] G.V.W. provided that: i. it is part of an automobile painting and body work business; ii. the number of rebuilt vehicles ready for sale shall not exceed 5 at any time; iii. the business operator holds a current and valid Motor Dealer’s certificate; and iv. he business operator is an approved Insurance Corporation of British Columbia Salvage Buyer DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BY-LAW 17538 6.

for lots less than 4.0 hectares [10 acres] in area, three dwelling units for lots equal to or greater than 4.0 hectares [10 acres] in area, and where a lot has been subdivided by a strata plan then there shall only be one 140-square metre [1,500 sq.ft.] dwelling unit within the strata plan. iv. Restricted to a maximum floor area of a. 140 square metres [1,500 sq.ft.] for one (first) dwelling unit on a lot; b. 90 square metres [970 sq.ft.] for each additional dwelling unit; and c. Notwithstanding Sub-sections B.5.(e)iv.a. and iv.b., the maximum floor area shall not exceed 33% of the total floor area of the principal building within which the dwelling unit is contained. For the purpose of Sub-sections B.1 and B.2 of this Zone, parking, storage or service of trucks and trailers on any portion of the lot not associated with the uses or operations permitted thereof shall be specifically prohibited. DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BY-LAW 17536

Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2011, No. 17536 Application: 7910-0301-00 CIVIC ADDRESS: 18749 - 24 Avenue (also shown as 18689 - 24 Avenue) APPLICANT: 0727386 B.C. Ltd. c/o Pacific Land Group Inc. (Oleg Verbenkov) #101, 7485 - 130 Street, Surrey, BC V3W 1H8 PROPOSAL: To rezone the property from “General Agriculture Zone (A-1)” to “Comprehensive Development Zone (CD)”. The purpose of the rezoning is to to permit subdivision into eight (8) business park lots and one (1) large remainder lot to facilitate the development of industrial businesses. B. Permitted Uses for By-law 17536 The Lands and structures shall be used for the following uses only, or for a combination of such uses: 1. Light impact industry including wholesale and retail sales of products produced within the business premises or as part of the wholesale operations provided that the total floor area used or intended to be used for retail sales and display to the public shall not exceed 20% of the gross floor area for each individual business or establishment, or 460 square metres [5,000 sq.ft.], whichever is less. 2. Warehouse uses. 3. Distribution centres. 4. Office uses excluding: (a) Social escort services; (b) Methadone clinics; and (c) Offices of professionals including without limitation, accountants, lawyers, doctors, dentists, chiropractors, physiotherapists, massage therapists and related health care practitioners and notary publics, and the offices of real estate, advertising and insurance. 5. Accessory uses including the following: (a) General service uses excluding drive-through banks; (b) Eating establishments limited to a maximum of 200 seats and excluding drive-through restaurants; (c) Community services; (d) Child care centre; and (e) Dwelling unit(s) provided that the dwelling unit(s) is (are) i. Contained within a principal building; ii. Occupied by the owner or a caretaker, for the protection of the businesses permitted; iii. Restricted to a maximum number of a. One dwelling unit in each principal building less than 2,800 square metres [30,000 sq.ft.] in floor area; b. Two dwelling units in each principal building of 2,800 square metres [30,000 sq.ft.] or greater in floor area; c. Notwithstanding Sub-sections B.5(e)iii.a and iii.b, the maximum number shall be two dwelling units

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Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2011, No. 17537 Application: 7911-0024-00 CIVIC ADDRESS: 13610 - 112 Avenue APPLICANT: Sandeep K. and Parmjit K. Dhaliwal c/o Royal Group Tapestry Realty (Bhupinder Litt) #104, 13049 - 76 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3W 2V7 PROPOSAL: To rezone the property from “Single Family Residential Zone (RF)” to “Semi-Detached Residential Zone (RF-SD)”. The purpose of the rezoning is to permit the development of two (2) semi-detached residential dwellings. DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BY-LAW 17537

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…on the Semiahmoo Peninsula

January

March

• At the Resolution Run – the Peninsula’s annual New Year’s Day eight-km race – South Surrey’s Jordan Mara finishes first, and nearly sets a new race record in the process. His time of 26 minutes, 15 seconds is just eight seconds off the record pace of Ryan Hayden, who set the mark in 2008.

2011: Under Review From softball tournaments to cycling triumphs to heavily-bearded rugby players, there was no shortage of news on the Semiahmoo Peninsula this year.

• Semiahmoo Hockey Association makes a call for new volunteers to help run the hockey organization. Citing “volunteer fatigue” league president Ian Maguire, tells Peace Arch News that SMHA is without an icetime allocator – one of the most important roles within the organization.

• Para-nordic skier Mary Benson wins a silver medal at the Canada Games, coming second in the five-km classic mass start. She was also fifth in the 2.5-km women’s interval race.

• Surrey Eagles forward, and Semi Hockey alum, Michael Stenerson inks a scholarship offer to the University of Alaska-Anchorage.

• The Surrey Eagles sweep the Coquitlam Express in the first round of B.C. Hockey League playoffs, capping the series with a 3-1 win at the Coquitlam Sports Complex. They advanced to the third round after knocking out the Langley Chiefs in six games, but were bounced from playoffs by Powell River.

• The Elgin Park Orcas’ bid for a sixth straight Surrey Firefighters Classic basketball title is halted in the second round of preliminary play, when the senior girls hoops squad is upset 56-49 by the Lord Tweedsmuir Panthers. In the lower-tier Ladder Division, the Earl Marriott Mariners topple Tamanawis to take the title.

• The WRCA Warriors win a B.C. junior boys basketball title, defeating Victoria’s St. Michael’s University School 55-51 in the finals. Peter Spangehl is named to the first-team all-star squad.

• In the Surrey RCMP Basketball Classic, the White Rock Christian Warriors were on the outside looking in for the first time since 2007 after an earlyround loss to Fleetwood Park. It was just the third time in 13 years that WRCA had not won the tournament. The Peninsula’s other senior boys teams, Earl Marriott, Elgin Park, Southridge and Semiahmoo, all lost in preliminary rounds.

• White Rock Christian Academy runner Sean Keane – one of the province’s top high school middle-distance runners – signs a scholarship to run at the University of Kentucky. • The Trinity Western University Spartans, led by South Surrey coach Scott Allen, finish second in Canadian Interuniversity Sport men’s basketball nationals, losing 82-59 to Carleton.

• Figure skater Melissa Kustra and partner Paul Schatz represent B.C. at BMO Skate Canada Junior National Championships, Jan. 17-18 in Victoria.

April

February • Earl Marriott Secondary runner Katie Reid signs a scholarship deal to run at the University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA). • Richard Zokol, a South Surrey resident, is named as one of two new inductees into the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame. “It’s all still a little overwhelming, and hasn’t

• Despite winning their first two games at Fraser Valley Basketball Championships, the White Rock Christian Academy Warriors senior boys are bounced after a loss to lower-seeded Fleetwood Park. The loss meant WRCA would not qualify for provincials for the first time in more than a decade. Meanwhile, the Elgin Park Orcas senior girls punch their ticket to provincials after winning a Fraser Valley wildcard game over Oak Bay. The Orcas end up ninth at B.C. championships.

sunk in yet. You don’t really plan for these things, they just kind of happen,” Zokol said. • A school-best five wrestlers represent Earl Marriott Secondary at provincials – Logan Smith, Mason Pomeroy, Kaige Thompson, Brian Houghton and Corey Coon. “As their coach,

I’m pretty impressed,” said coach Tom Willman. “These young men have had a very good season, and making provincials is well-deserved.” • B.C. Soccer announced the creation of a new premier youth league, and the Semiahmoo Peninsula is awarded one of

eight expansion organizations. • After a lengthy, years-long absence, the Earl Marriott Mariners senior boys basketball team returns to the Fraser Valley Championships, but draws a tough opponent – second-seeded Pitt Meadows, who defeat the Mariners 75-42.

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• It’s a good month for Peace Arch United’s premier men’s soccer team. First, the club captured a Fraser Valley Soccer League regular-season title, and followed up with a Pakenham Cup title after a 4-1 win over North Delta SC. The Pakenham championship was PAU’s fifth since 2005. see page 26

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April highlighted by Pakenham, hoops wins from page 25 • B.C. Hockey League players Mitch Jones, a Surrey Eagles’ defenceman, and Troy Paterson, a South Surrey native who plays for Cowichan, are part of a Canadian squad heading to Russia to take part in the 2011 Russian Invitational Tournament. Ronnie Paterson, father of Troy and former Eagles’ owner, also makes the trip as the general manager.

as members of the UBC Thunderbirds – senior catcher Tanya McLean and second baseman Courtney O’Connor.

June

May • The Peace Arch Rangers capture a U13 Boys Coastal Cup championship after a 2-1 victory – decided on penalty kicks – over the Comox Valley Red Strike in Richmond. • Southridge School teacher and senior girls basketball coach Paul Chiarenza is honoured with a Basketball BC Coaching Award of Excellence for his work as head coach of the Capilano University Blues women’s team, which he’s coached for more than a decade. • Peninsula athletes take centre stage as the high school track and field season winds down. Nowhere is this more apparent than at Surrey city championships, where South Surrey runners dominate the senior boys 1,500-m race; Semiahmoo’s Jack Williams

White Rock Christian’s Peter Spangehl (left) tries to make a basket during a junior boys basketball game last spring. • A pair of White Rock Renegade alums are named to the 2011 NAIA Association of Independent Institutions softball all-conference teams

finishes first, Earl Marriott’s Deon Clifford is third, Elgin Park’s Jake Bruchet places fourth and WRCA’s Sean Keane is sixth.

❝I’m so fed up with (the Canadian

Centre for Ethics in Sports). They made an example of him.❞ – Rams president Gord Querin, on ex-Rams head coach Chris Butschler’s two-year ban from coaching for allegedly interfering with drug testing some of his players.

• A pair of White Rock Masters Club swimmers, Aart Looye and Kathy Graham, scoop medals at Masters National Swim Championships in Montreal.

❝There’s just so many highlights,

• At B.C. High School Track and Field Championships, Semi’s Jack Williams medals twice – in the senior boys 1,500- and 3,000-m – as does Marriott’s Katie Reid, in the 200- and 400-m, to lead all South Surrey athletes. Elgin Park’s Ryan Sommer and Christina Juert also pick up two medals apiece in the throwing pit.

– Richard Zokol, upon being named to the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame.

• After calling his side one that “people need to be afraid of,” Earl Marriott coach Adam Roberts’ senior boys rugby squad places fourth at B.C. triple-A championships, losing to Carson Graham 22-19 in the bronze-medal match. Boaz Joseph photo

Sound bites

• South Surrey swimmer Richard Weinberger earns a berth at FINA World Swim Championships in China after a two-medal performance at the 10th Annual Open Water Festival in Fort Myers, Fla. Weinberger wins gold in both the 10-km and one-mile races.

but when you start to look back, you think of the long practice hours, and the desire, but also the sacrifices people made along the way.❞

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– WRCA coach John Dykstra. after his team was eliminated from Fraser Valley senior boys basketball championships. ❝It’s something that’s never been

done, so to have done it now three times, that’s pretty special for this team.❞ – Peace Arch United captain John Collins, after his team won dual titles – Pakenham Cup and Fraser Valley Soccer League – for a third time.

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sports Sound bites ❝I didn’t know the gap was

that big. I wish I’d have known... I could’ve saved some energy.❞ – Jasmin Glaesser, after winning the Tour de White Rock road race by nearly six minutes. ❝You couldn’t get any worse

than what we just had, and if we can run a tournament in that, we know we can do it under just about any (conditions).❞ – Gregg Timm on weather during Canadian Open Championships. ❝It’s nice to have my face

back. And I was going to shave it off anyway, so it was nice to be able to do it for charity.❞ – Rugby star Adam Kleeberger, after shaving his popular beard. ❝We started this program

Japan captures title at Canadian Open July • A pair of former Cloverdale Minor Hockey teammates, goaltender Laurent Brossoit and defenceman Tyler Wotherspoon, are selected by the Calgary Flames in the National Hockey League’s Entry Draft. Wotherspoon, who plays for the WHL’s Portland Winterhawks, is selected in the second round, while Brossoit, an Edmonton Oil King, goes in the sixth. • With B.C. Premier Baseball League playoffs looming, the White Rock Tritons get one of the best pitching performances of the season from Josh Larsen, who pitches a one-hitter against Victoria Mariners, striking out 10. • The Canadian Open International Fastpitch Championships hits the field at Softball City, featuring some of the world’s top women’s softball players. In the women’s division, Japan whipped the U.S. 7-0 in the championship game, while the Futures (U19) tournament was won by the California Worth Firecrackers. In the Showcase (U16) division, Hawaii Lokahi beat Abbotsford 10-1.

in 2005 and we made some good strides. But now it feels like we’re moving backward. It hurts. It all hurts.❞

• In the Tour de White Rock, amateur rider Tim Abercrombie, 32, wins the 134-km road race, beating a slew of pro competitors in the bargain, while the women’s 80-km race was won by Jasmin Glaesser.

– Earl Marriott football coach Michael Mackay-Dunn, after the varsity squad folded mid-season.

• Four White Rock Renegades teams punch their ticket to national fastpitch championships, including the Senior ‘A’ Renegades, who capture their fourth straight provincial banner.

❝This isn’t a death penalty for us – we’ll be OK. .❞ – Bayside men’s coach Pat Kearney, after the Sharks’ top rugby team was relegated to Div. 1.

August • South Surrey’s Nick Rutckyj wins the B.C. Premier Junior Premier Baseball League’s

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Delta Heat teammates Siara Couper and Cyleste Mackey wait for the rain to stop at the Scotiabank Canadian Open Fastpitch International Championship in July. triple crown, leading the league in batting average, home runs, and runs-batted in. • The White Rock Renegades’ Senior ‘A’ team wins its second consecutive national title. The same month, the Renegades ‘95 win a national bantam title in Winnipeg. • The White Rock Selects, a team of 12-yearold baseball players, win a best-of-three series against the Calgary Coyotes, which gives them a berth in the Cal Ripken World Series in Aberdeen, Maryland later in the month.

September

Earl Marriott Secondary’s sports field finally re-opens. The field – which was renovated to make it regulation size for football, while adding bleachers and a scoreboard – was delayed due to problems with the grass. • Weightlifter Christine Girard secures a spot on Canada’s team for the Pan-Am Games, after winning gold at a meet in Kelowna. • Adam Kleeberger suits up for Canada at the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand. He is named man-of-the-match in Canada’s tournament-opening win over Tonga, and also garners attention because of his large beard.

• After two years of renovations and delays,

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October • The Semiahmoo Supra finish in second place at the Women’s Western Classic Finals. The over-35 women’s soccer team came up one goal short in the aggregate goals tournament. • South Surrey pitcher Leon Boyd, 28, wins a world championship playing for the Netherlands, as the Dutch national team upsets Cuba 2-1 in the finals of the Baseball World Cup.

• Former White Rock-South Surrey Titan kicker Sean Whyte, who now plays for the Canadian Football League’s Montreal Alouettes, is one of two nominees for the league’s Most Outstanding Canadian Award, along with Edmonton Eskimos’ Jerome Messam, who goes on to win. • The Bayside Sharks’ top mens’ rugby team loses to Burnaby Lake in the final game of the BC Rugby Union’s fall season, and is relegated to Div. 1 for the spring schedule.

• Adam Kleeberger shaves off his beard for charity. The shearing of the beard is done by comedian Rick Mercer for a segment on Mercer’s CBC television show. • Citing injuries and dwindling numbers, Earl Marriott Secondary announces its senior team will not finish the rest of the high school football season.

November • The Seaquam Seahawks defeat Surrey Christian to win the Peace Arch News Classic senior girls volleyball tournament, which is held over three days at Semiahmoo, Earl Marriott and Elgin Park

• Despite a scorekeeping gaffe that very nearly kept them out of the tourament’s ‘A’ bracket, the Earl Marriott Mariners senior boys soccer team recovers to finish third at AAA soccer provincials. • The White Rock-South Surrey Titans’ midget team wins its first-ever provincial football title, capping an undefeated season with a 36-13 victory over the Coquitlam Falcons in the championship game. • Both Bayside Sharks’ U15 and U16 boys rugby sides win provincial titles one week apart. For the U16 team, it’s a second B.C. title in as many years.

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BIRTHS

Hugh – Big Brother Jamin, is thrilled to announce the arrival of his little brother, Caleb Charles Hugh Weighing 7 lbs. 15 oz, Caleb entered the world on Sun., Dec. 18, 2011 at 10:55am Proud parents Benjamin and Jaime-Lyn Hugh would like to thank the incredibly caring maternity staff at Peace Arch Hospital, with a special thank-you to nurses Heidi, Jenn, Samantha, Dr. Lebel, and Dr. Strovski. Caleb has blessed the lives of his large family including Excited Grandparents: Darlene & Jim Scarsbrook, Pam & Mel Little, & Rod & Fern Hugh, as well as his Loving Aunts and Uncles: Kelley & David Newstead, Colton & Connor Little, and Joel, Nick & Carleigh Hugh and his Adoring Cousins, William & Jacqueline Newstead. Caleb is a sweet miracle from God.

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COLE, Caroline It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our loving mother Caroline, on Wednesday, December 21, 2011, at the age of 92 years. Predeceased by her devoted husband, Les in 2000, she is survived by her daughters Lesley and Lynda; grandchildren Emma, Matthew and Spencer; and sons-in-law Gary and Angus. Our family is particularly grateful to and appreciates the loving care Caroline received at Whitecliff Retirement Residence from all staff.

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DOROSHENKO, Anna Maria Born February 14, 1923 in Serfenyosziget, Hungary, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, December 21, 2011. She was predeceased by her husband William in September, 2008. Anna Maria worked for BC Tel and also worked as a Practical Nurse. She was very active in her church and also worked as a volunteer at Peace Arch Hospital as a Chaplain. She was known for her baking, cookies and her hospitality. She will be sadly missed by all her family and friends. Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, December 29th, 2011 at 11:30 am at Valley View Memorial Gardens 14664 72 Ave, Surrey. In lieu of ﬂowers, donations can be made to the Sundayline Ministries Missions 14633 16th Ave. Surrey, BC V4A 1R4.

IN MEMORIAM GIFTS HARVEY, Hope Edith (Palmer) Hope passed away peacefully on December 16, 2011 at the age of 98. She was predeceased by her husband, Jack, in 1998. Hope will be greatly missed by sons John (Anne) of Mississauga, Ken (Liz) of Surrey, and daughter Elizabeth MacDonald (Carter) of Victoria. She was the proud grandmother of eight grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. Hope will be remembered by her many friends in the White Rock Surrey area. CROSBY, Laurie born March 31, 1948 passed away suddenly on Thursday, December 22, 2011. She is survived by her loving children Sean, Julia and Jessica and her cats. Laurie will be greatly missed as she was loved by many. Her laughter and kindness and her smile will be remembered and treasured always. Memorial Service will be held on Friday, December 30, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Valley View Funeral Home- 14660-72nd Ave Sry. “ We love you Mom “

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FRICKER, Stanley Arthur It is with sadness we announce the death of Stanley Arthur Fricker, who passed away on Dec. 22, 2011 at the age of 90. Stanley leaves to mourn Kathleen, his wife and best friend of 55 years; their two children Anthony (Elizabeth) and Janette (Steven) also 3 grandsons, Samuel, Dominic and Keegan. Born in England, Stanley his wife and young son emigrated to Canada in 1959, living mostly in the Surrey area. Stanley served 7 years in WW II as a gunner in the British Army. Since coming to Canada he worked as a sales rep for an Industrial firm for 27 years covering the Island and Yukon. One of the founding members of Crescent Beach Photography Club, Stanley’s slides and prints are still enjoyed by many. He was always cheerful and helpful whenever possible and served as a driver for Meals on Wheels for 12 years. Stanley was also a faithful and active member of the Anglican Church both in England and in BC. We wish to thank Dr. John O’Brien for the care and compassion he afforded Stanley over the years and also the nurses and care aids at the Dr. Hogg Pavilion 3rd floor. A celebration of Stanley’s life will be held at the Church of the Holy Trinity, corner of Roper and Foster in White Rock on Jan. 6, 2012 at 2:00pm. Instead of flowers, if wished, please make a donation to the White Rock/S.Surrey Stroke Recovery Club 604-541-1290 or the Peace Arch Hospital Foundation.

MACAULAY Hugh Lachlan Our beloved husband, dad, granddad, brother, uncle, cousin and friend has gone home to meet his Saviour. He will be sadly missed by his wife Alice and his sons Iain (Kimberly), Hughie (Tanya) and Don (Arlene); grandchildren; Mairi, Aidan, Jack, Caeli and Dylan and his sister Marion. Hugh was a proud Canadian Pacific Railway employee all his working life. Memorial service, Thursday, December 29, 2011 at 10:30 am in St. John’s Presbyterian Church, 1480 George Street, White Rock. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Hugh’s name to Dr’s Without Borders or the Peace Arch Hospital Foundation. To leave a condolence for the family, please visit www.myalternatives.ca

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With deep sadness we announce the sudden passing of Dave Rowan. He went peacefully into the presence of his Lord with his wife Dianne and brother-in law Donald by his side. His parents Bill and Gladys and baby grandson, Mikey, predeceased him. Dave was loved and will be remembered by his wife Dianne, their children Michael and Michelle and his brothers and sisters-in-law John and Barbara Cook, Donald and Janet Cook and David and Linda Cook, along with nieces and nephews and the many terrific friends he made along his life’s journey. Dave’s career path took him from being a teller at Richmond Credit Union to Chief Financial Officer at Surrey Credit Union. After leaving the credit union Dave fulfilled his dream of becoming his own boss when he set up his Notary Practice in South Surrey in 1887. After retiring Dave enjoyed travelling the world with Dianne and friends-making it to Antarctica and Africa. He also enjoyed his weekly trips to Mission Possible-delivering food and clothing always serving with a cheerful, humble spirit. A service of remembrance will be held at 1:00 p.m. December 30, 2011 at White Rock Baptist Church, 1657 140th St. Surrey. In lieu of flowers donations to Mission Possible 543 Powell Street Vancouver BC, V6A 1G8 would be appreciated.

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At Mom’s request, a family memorial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Hope’s name may be made to the Surrey White Rock Bursary Foundation (Canadian Federation of University Women).

MARLYN, Frank Died peacefully in White Rock on Dec. 6, 2011 at the age of 92 years. He is survived by his children Sean, Chris, and Sharon and five grandchildren. He served in the Royal Winnipeg Rifles in Holland and Germany during World War II. Frank worked as a regional planner in Alberta and was instrumental in having the river valley in Edmonton preserved as a park. In retirement he became passionate about gardening. He came to live in our house in White Rock 5 years ago and is greatly missed here. Many thanks to neighbours who looked out for him on his daily walk to the beach for coffee. A commemoration of Frank’s life was held at his home in White Rock on Dec. 10 and he has been cremated by his request.

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CHIHUAHUA Pom X puppies. M & F. Vet checked. 1st shots. $600. each. 604-226-7314 Abbotsford.

FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1973

Call Gary 604-576-4406

604-777-5046

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

B & B MOBILE SERVICES

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555.

PETS

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

www.BBmoving.ca

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Blood Hound pups, CKC Reg health ✔, 1st vac., micro chipped, 1 male, 6 fem. Liver & tan, ready to go 604-574-5788

• Small & Big Moves • Internals • Single Items • Packing Supplies

Running this ad for 7yrs

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Semiahmoo Tree Experts

RUBBISH REMOVAL

MOVING?

SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

✓ Do you Own a Car? ✓ Borrow up to $20000.00 ✓ No Credit Checks! ✓ Cash same day, local ofﬁce www.REALCARCASH.com

Call (604)538-9600

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LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

Affordable Sid’s 1ton, 3ton 5ton for moving & clean-up. 10% Srs disc. W.R. Owned 86. Sid 604-727-8864

NEED CASH TODAY?

• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

GARAGE SALES

MISC. FOR SALE

REAL ESTATE 627

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOMES Damaged House! Older House! Difficulty Selling! Behind on Payments! Need to Sell Now? NO FEES! NO RISK! QUICK CASH! Call us First! 604.657.9422

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

MOVING & STORAGE

COMMERCIAL / RESIDENTIAL Free Est. Seniors Discount WCB & Liability Insurance

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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Rob Kootnikoff 604-538-6278, 778-839-5034

Call (604)506-2817

NO CLEANING. Driving, Shopping, Meal Prep, Handywork, Organizing 25% Discount. Pat 604-535-4664

Repairs to all major appliances

“Right Tree - Right Location”

Licensed, Insured, WCB

Eric 604-541-1743

RANGERS OCEAN PARK APPLIANCE LTD

ISA Certiﬁed Arbourist Fully Insured

Blake and his Dad make a positive difference in your life by providing quality workmanship delivered with integrity.

JAPANESE STYLE yard care. Clean-Up, Fencing, Rubbish & Snow Removal. 604-502-9198

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S Pruning S Removals S Hedge Trimming

START TO FINISH CONTRACTING

Winter rates on now.

Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly Exc. Refs & Rates. Move In/Out. Carpet Cleaning, pressure wash, New Const., Res./Comm., offices Welcome! Lic., Bonded/Insured.

FURNITURE

MATTRESSES staring at $99

Peninsula Tree Preservation

Professional Installations for a Great Price!

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Boxing Week APARTMENT SALE Turntable, amplifier & speakers $700/obo. Exercise bikes. Computer desk & much,much more Phone 604-541-4026.

FENCING

CLEANING SERVICES

FUEL

BEST FIREWOOD 32nd Season & 37,000 Cust Deliv. Fully Seas. Maple, Birch, Alder 604-582-7095

560

Call Nancy 778-858-8185

www.nuvomusicschool.com

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

545

BRIDGEVIEW FLEA MARKET Every Sunday, Year Round, 80 Vendors 7am-3pm, 11475-126a St. Sry. Info./Book Table 604-625-3208

A MAID TO CLEEN

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TREE SERVICES

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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778-278-2298

Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function... • Dinner Parties • Executive Meetings • Family Gatherings • Weddings / Banquets • B-B-Ques • Funerals We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.

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ALL JOBS welcome. Your trouble shooting expert. Tel/Cable incl. *Seniors Discount* Work guaranteed. Insured & Bonded. GWN Electric. 604-862-9650 Lic#99986

2051 Douglas Cr. Langley, B.C.

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

PLUMBING

Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $

Angel’s Health Centre

Call 604-614-3340

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. (604)596-2841

Pain & Relax Chinese Massage

Gift certificates available for Piano, Guitar & Kindermusik classes (Pre-School Music and Movement classes) at NUVO MUSIC SCHOOL in Morgan Creek.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

AT PANORAMA PLUMBING, HEATING & GAS SERVICES. Jobs Small-Big, Res/Com 604-818-7801 www.panoramaplumbing.com

#22047 WE LOVE SMALL JOBS All work Guaranteed. 604-220-8347 www.HighOutletElectric.ca

for small and medium size businesses, including filing, payroll, government reports, & small claims. 28 yrs exp. Reasonable Rates. Pacific Ave. White Rock

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

Give the Gift of Music!

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

#1 QUALITY WORK, Big or sm. Exp. Electrician avail. Reas.rates.604-773-0341. Lic#9902

Full Cycle Bookkeeping Services

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

APPLIANCE REPAIRS Peace Arch Appliance

Filling 10 F/T Positions

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JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly

604.587.5865

www.recycleitcanada.ca

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL LITTLE LOAD SPECIALIST. Sand & gravel delivered. Small orders welcome. Topsoil available. Call (604) 532-0662 days/eves.

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TILING

RUSSELL TILES No Job Too Small. 18 yrs on the Peninsula. All types of tile & laminate floors. Install & Repair. Free Est. Perry 604-538-6976

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 NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND pups. Registered, micro chipped, 1st shots. Ready now. 604-823-2259 mitzvig@hotmail.ca STANDARD POODLES. Brown & cream. 10 weeks old. CKC reg’d. vet ✓. $1,100. 604-746-9569 Abb. TOY POMERANIANS. 4 months & older. Vet ✓, healthy, 1st shots, dewormed, $550 up. 604-607-5367 TRY A bcclassified.com CLASSIFIED AD. YORKIE ckc reg.male 9 wk old micro chip,1st shots $1000.00 604857-0722 or 604-308-6893

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

www.dannyevans.ca

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

BRAND new apartment - MORGAN CROSSING (444 – 15850 26th Avenue, South Surrey) Top floor, corner unit. 2 Bdrms,2 Baths,6 Appliances, common patio for bbq’s ,underground parking and storage. Shopping, dining, Steve Nash Gym all within a short stroll .N/P, N/S. $1400 /MO. Over 800 sqft. References req. Contact: Raheel Rahman (778) 883 4417 (primary) (604) 771 0455 (alternate)

LIMERICK MANOR Near Langley City Hall & shops 1 bdrm - $720 - $750/month 2 bdrm - $870/month Inc. heat/storage/parking Adult oriented Sorry - no pets By appt - call 604 - 514 - 1480

SKYLINE APTS. WHITE ROCK 15321 Russell Ave Nice quiet building. 1 & 2 bdrm suites. Includes: Hot water, cable, underground parking, video surveillance. NO PETS CALL 604-536-8499 www.cycloneholdings.ca

SOMERSET GARDENS (S. Sry) Family housing, 1851 Southmere Cres. E. 2bdrm appt. starts at $875. Pet friendly, nr all amen, heat, Community garden. 604-451-6676

The White Rock Bellaire South Facing. Luxury Residence. Suit discriminating prof who only wants the best. This 2 bdrm residence offers 1031sf of incomparable luxury. $1800/mo. Drive by Oxford St. & 16th Ave. & admire the award winning majestic tower. Avail. now. n/s, n/p. Refs req. For appt. 604-318-3365 if no answer call 702-325-2868

White Rock ~1243 Best Street Bright, Sunny, South facing 1 Bdrm, Top Floor ~ $795/mo 1 Bdrm 2nd floor, no stairs $775/mo

New balcony, windows & doors Strictly non-smoking building no smoking in suite or balcony No Pets ~ Adult oriented

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APPLIANCES Peace Arch Appliance Service to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers & dishwashers. Reasonable. Call Mark (604)536-9092

WHITE ROCK. 1 bdrm apt. Grd flr w/balcony Prkg. Lndry. NS/ND/NP. $800. Avail. Immed. 604-837-1333 WHITE ROCK - Cntrl Loc. Spac. South facing 1 bdrm. Newly renovated-new bath, wood flring, painting. Adult oriented. Heat, h.w. u/g prkng incl. n/s, n/p. Refs. $825/mo. Avail. now. 604-808-6601

WHITE Rock spac 1 bd, heat & hw incl, $800 + $400 DD, Jan 1, NP/NS ref’s &1 yr lse req’d. 778-788-6133.

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APARTMENT/CONDO

RENTALS 736

RENTALS

HOMES FOR RENT

736

WHITE ROCK 1 BEDROOM

Call 604-538-5337 WHITE ROCK SUNSET VILLA. Lrg 1 bdrm suite, d/w, balc, concrete bldg. $950. Blk fr Semiahmoo Mall. Call for appt to view: 604-541-6276

752

TRANSPORTATION 818

TOWNHOUSES

TRANSPORTATION

CARS - DOMESTIC

838

2005 FORD Focus wagon, 1 owner, all srvc rec, fully loaded, must see, $7000 must be sold, 604-534-0923

S. SURREY, unit 27, 15233 34th Ave. 2 bdrm + flex room, 2 baths, at SUNDANCE. NS/NP. avail Dec. 15th. $1600/mo.

RECREATIONAL/SALE

1989 ACURA LEGEND, 2 dr coupe, white, 5 spd, runs well, good cond. $1400 obo. (604)765-9602

TRANSPORTATION

Elec. awning, elec. stab. Jacks, “family-sized” dinette, LCD TV, Equa-flex suspension. $26,483 (Stk.30854) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

2002 TOYOTA COROLLA, auto, 4 dr, 139K, p/l, A/C, C/D, spoiler, light grey. Aircrd. $4700. 604-502-9912

AUTO FINANCING

845

604-535-8080 2003 HONDA CIVIC - 4 dr, automatic a/c, cd, very clean, no acc. Clear title. $5800: (604)607-4906

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION

These are condo-like building with breath taking views. This property is surrounded by impressive landscaping; Close to shopping and schools. Some suites with ocean views; Indoor & outdoor parking. Bach, one bedroom and two bedroom suites available. NO PETS. For more information and viewing

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The Scrapper

2003 VOLVO V40, S/W, Blue, loaded 155,000 kms, auto, new tires. $5500 firm. Phone 604-538-9257.

OCEAN PARK. Room with ensuite w/i closet, good view, prkg, nr bus, NS/NP, $675 incl util 604-531-8147

QUALITY APARTMENT RENTALS IN WHITE ROCK

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

Atira Property Management

14989 Roper Avenue & 1371 Blackwood St.

2008 HONDA CIVIC 4dr sedan auto CD, a/c, p/w. Grey. 35,000kms. $9700. 604-825-9477

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

SUITES, LOWER

827

VEHICLES WANTED

838

RECREATIONAL/SALE

OCEAN PARK just a stroll to crescent beach bright lrg 2 bdrm garden lvl 1000sf priv patio f/p d/w w/d ns/np. Jan. 1st. $975.604-542-1904 SOUTH SURREY: Large 2 bdrm grnd flr ste in 4-plex. W/D, f/p, storage, parking, fenced yard. NS/NP. $1030/mo incl utils. 604-535-2197.

please call 604-531-9797 Professionally Managed By Gateway Property Management

S.SURREY Ocean Park. Bright 1 Bdrm + den, 750 sf, sep entrance, gas F/P, cable & net, and all utils incl. Suit 1 person, ns/np, $830/mo. Avail now. Phone 604-536-7939.

PROPERTY OWNERS Big or small propertiesWE MANAGE IT ALL!

for estimate call:

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Alfred 604-889-6807 TENANTS 4 bdrm T/H, at 161A & 24, $2,100/M, Avail. Now! Houses/Condos/Townhouses Rental units available now www.bcforrentinfo.ca Office: 604-534-7974 Ext: 205

MORGAN Crossing Peninsula area bright, older 2 bdrm 1000 sf home, 4 appls, h/w flrs, $1485 + utils. N/S. Pets? (604) 505-2572 or 760-8273

S.SURREY, bright 2 bdrm, gas f/p, W/D, large backyard, quiet area, NS/NP $950+utils. 604-531-8147

South SURREY Well kept house on acreage. Phone (604) 377-1967

WHITE ROCK. Spectacular view, 3 bdrm home, newly reno’d, avail now, $2300/mo. Call 604-538-8408

2011 HEMISPHERE F28RGSS

SUITES, UPPER

BEAUTIFUL STUDIO Suite w/full bath & kitchenette. Close to beach, hospital, shopping. Suits single, quiet professional. Available Now. N/P, N/S. $750. To view please call (778) 229-6267.

752

TOWNHOUSES

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

1-800-910-6402

www.PreApproval.cc

818

S SURREY, Lilac Green. 1900 sq ft. 2 bdrm, 2.5 bths, with den & 3rd floor. Hrdwd flr, gas F/P, 5 appls. NS/NP. $1700. Call 604-535-8626.

DSI water heater, ext. shower, water filter sys., create-abreeze fan, rear kitchen. $24,483 (Stk.30964)

CARS - DOMESTIC

1993 Chrysler Dynasty LE - exc. shape in & out. 6 cyl auto, loaded. AirCared. $1275. 778-893-4866.

www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

GARBAGE & RECYCLING COLLECTION SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

Christmas & New Year’s Week Collection Schedule Dear Surrey Residents: Garbage & Recycling collection services will occur as normal on your regular scheduled collection day during the Christmas holiday week.

Christmas Holiday Week Schedule Monday December 26 COLLECTION

Tuesday December 27 COLLECTION

Wednesday December 28 COLLECTION

Thursday December 29 COLLECTION

Friday December 30 COLLECTION

New Year’s Holiday Week Schedule Garbage & Recycling collection services during the New Year’s Week will be delayed by one day throughout the week. There will be no collection on January 2, 2012.

Monday Tuesday January 2 January 3 NO COLLECTION COLLECTION

Wednesday January 4 COLLECTION

Thursday January 5 COLLECTION

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

White Rock, 849 Kent St. Live at the beach. 3 bdrms + den, 1 bathrm. Possible inlaw suite. N/S. N/P. Avail now. $1850/mo.

White Rock Gardens & Bayview Chateau

845

2011 LAREDO 291TG

Atira Property Management

WHITE ROCK

TRANSPORTATION

2006 FORD FUSION, 4 dr, 39,000 kms, V6, all options, $7,950 obo. Phone 604-780-8404

604-535-8080 Atira Property Management

810

604-535-8080

WHITE ROCK. Upscale top floor unit in Ocean Ridge - a Quality complex at 5 Corners, beautiful full ocean view. 2 Bdrm, 2 full baths, insuite laundry, skylights, h/w floors, all appli’s, u/g prk, walk to beach, shopping, coffee, great restaurants & transit is right outside. N/S, small pet ok, avail Feb 1st, ref’s req’d. 1 Year lease. $1395 incl heat, hotwater & gas f/p. Call 604-541-6130.

E. BEACH executive fully reno’d 2 bdrm rancher, S/S appls, granite countertops, hot tub, oceanview, over 7000 sf lot. Jan 1. $1800 + util Long term. NS/NP. 604-617-3551

HOMES FOR RENT

White Rock, 849 Kent St. Live at the beach. 3 bdrms + den, 1 bathrm. Possible inlaw suite. N/S. N/P. Avail now. $1850/mo. Whtie Rock,15406 Russell Ave. 3 bdrm + den, 2.5 baths, SS appls, laminate, granite counters, walk to shops & schools, NS/NP, $2500, avail. Feb. 1st.

Concrete Hi-rise. 55+, NS/NP Heat, hot water, & light included

HOMES FOR RENT

RENTALS

S.SURREY SUNNY 1 BDRM 700sf Hwd floor D/W W/D N/S N/P near P/A Hospital/transit/pennisula village $1000/mth incl. utilities. Avail. Jan 15. 604-531-7085

Close to Semiahmoo Mall

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Friday January 6 COLLECTION

Saturday January 7 COLLECTION

Regular Garbage & Recycling Collection Service days will resume on the week of January 9, 2012. If you have any questions, please contact the City of Surrey’s Garbage & Recycling Hotline at 604-590-7289 or visit www.surrey.ca. www.surrey.ca

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2004 FORD Escape XLS, 2L, 5 sp. Loaded. 132kms. no acc. $4500 no tax Aircared 2 yrs. 604-502-9912. 2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, red, 160K, $8500 firm. Call 604-538-9257

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TRUCKS & VANS

2004 GRAND CARAVAN, 36,000 KMS, v6, loaded, seats 7, $7950 obo. 604-780-8404 2006 Mazda B3000, black, 4 dr. 1 owner, 100,000 kms. Exc cond. $9888 obo. 604-562-4168.

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604-538-5100