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Christmas revelry: White Rock’s holiday transformation for the third annual Christmas on the Peninsula festival will take place Saturday, featuring food, art and music. see page A11
Lone voice of opposition leaves Surrey City Hall behind
Bose signs off after 28 years on council Kevin Diakiw Black Press
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Surrey Coun. Bob Bose takes a break from cleaning out his desk at city hall this week to chat about his loss.
As a tot in the 1930s, he constructed castles out of blocks, only to have them kicked down by his brothers. As his mother told it, three-yearold Robert Bose would quickly and carefully put them back in place over and over, until his brothers became tired of tormenting him. It’s that same determination Bob Bose, now 79, carried throughout the rest of his life, including his 28 years on Surrey city council. Bose and his Surrey Civic Coalition (SCC) were crushed by Mayor Dianne Watts’ Surrey First machine Saturday, the defeat essentially writing the closing chapter in the elder statesman’s political story. Wearing khakis and a black pullover sweater, Bose sat in his office Tuesday, packing boxes and preparing for his final exit from politics. Switching between laughter and tears, he recalled the long road that brought him to this moment, each vignette an emotional extreme. As a youth, he didn’t have political aspirations, Bose said, in his customary stance of comfort and honesty, leaning back with arms crossed. Unlike grandfather Robert – a Surrey pioneer and a reeve from 1905 to 1910 – Bob Bose always wanted to be a scientist. However, he also remembers harbouring a deep distaste for injustice.
SCC mulls future After being all but eliminated from local politics, the Surrey Civic Coalition will soon meet to decide what, if any, future it has. Mayor Dianne Watts’ Surrey First team made history Saturday by obtaining every seat on council and all but one on school board. Opinions vary within the SCC on what might have been done to prevent the thumping. Defeated Coun. Bob Bose said the party should have run a mayor to provide an “anchor” for the slate, and membership secretary Susan Sanderson said more needed to be done to get people to vote. Sanderson said the party has in recent years considered the notion of recreating or rebranding itself. She noted the party was able to raise more money during this election campaign than in past, so there’s interest to retain the slate. President Gord Savard said members will clean up election signs this week, before meeting to see how the group will continue. While in Grade 1 at Surrey Centre school, he huddled outside the front door of the one-room schoolhouse on a cold winter day. The teacher was late. see page A9
Driving fees, more transit urged
Make motorists pay and wait: Surrey BIA report Jeff Nagel Black Press
The City of Surrey is being urged to support a TransLink vehicle levy as one way to fund transit while making driving more expensive. That’s one of the recommendations in a report commissioned by the Downtown Surrey Business Improvement Association, which hired consultant David Hendrickson to analyze Surrey’s transit needs.
His report says Surrey should consider backing a Metro Vancouver transportation improvement fee of $65 to $165 per vehicle to support sustainable transportation, provided there are hardship concessions for low-income motorists. It also suggests Surrey push ICBC to allow distance-based insurance, where car owners pay premiums based on how far they drive, encouraging them to use alternatives more often.
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And Hendrickson says a share of the provincial carbon tax should also go to transit, rather than income-tax relief under the current revenue-neutral model. Road pricing could be another more equitable solution compared to continued property tax increases, he found, but noted Canada’s car-oriented culture makes higher fees on cars and drivers “politically charged and contentious.” Hendrickson’s report, Leveling the Playing
Field, argues road expansion capital costs tend to be under-scrutinized compared to transit spending, and driving in general enjoys “perverse subsidies” that must be overcome if transit costs and benefits are to be fairly considered. “User fees that help diversify transit funding can include additional fees on singleoccupancy vehicles to better reflect full costs of driving.” see page A4
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t would have been so much an arm of the provincial easier for school trustee Ijaz NDP, for nine years. After he Chatha, had he followed his lost the mayor’s chair to Doug fellow Surrey Civic Coalition McCallum in 1996, he was (SCC) members Terry Allen and re-elected to council and has Laurie Larsen over to Surrey served with distinction since First Education (SFE). that time. He has often been The two former SCC trustees the lone voice of opposition to joined with the three other Surrey First. Surrey trustees on the board of While Bose finished ninth, education in January to he was almost 8,000 form SFE. Chatha chose votes behind eighthFrank Bucholtz not to, and lost his seat place Barinder Rasode. as a trustee on Saturday, Surrey First newcomer likely as a direct result. Bruce Hayne finished It was part of the seventh with more than complete sweep of Surrey 36,000 votes, almost council and almost11,000 ahead of Bose. complete takeover of Clearly, Surrey the board of education First and SFE are by Surrey First and its in complete control affiliate, SFE. Surrey First of both local won all nine seats on governments. This council by resounding is largely due to the margins, while all five enormous popularity of SFE candidates were Mayor Dianne Watts, well ahead of their who took 80 per cent of competitors in the board the vote, despite the fact that she election. had six opponents. The lone SCC candidate to win Watts has built the electoral was Charlene Dobie, who placed organization behind her as one sixth to win the last seat on the that is largely non-partisan, board. Chatha finished 12th. including councillors and Dobie was more than 18,000 trustees who back either the votes behind fifth-place finisher Liberals or the NDP provincially. Reni Masi of SFE. The seventh Watts has a clear vision of board member is current chair where she wants Surrey to Laurae McNally, who won her go, and she has a confidence White Rock seat by acclamation. that voters have bought While Chatha’s loss was into. Criticism of some of her disappointing to SCC, perhaps policies during the campaign the biggest blow was the sound failed to stick at all. defeat of longtime councillor This may be the first council and former mayor Bob Bose, where all members are from the who had been the lone SCC same group. The SVA, which voice on council for years. dominated council in the 1970s, Bose was first elected in 1978 had eight of nine members at with Surrey Voters Association one time, but never held all nine (SVA), and later served as mayor seats. under the Surrey Civic Electors, SCC has some soul searching
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to do. It chose not to run a candidate against Watts, which meant it had less profile in the media coverage, which often revolves around the mayor’s race. SCC has done little to build a broader coalition with the antiWatts forces. Soild independents like Paul Hillsdon or Anne Van Rhyn haven’t been part of SCC, which is almost totally run by NDP operatives. The SCC poor finish is particularly surprising, considering how well the NDP did in the recent federal election in Surrey. Surely some of those voters could be induced to vote SCC. Maybe there simply aren’t enough of them, when weighed against voters all across the city. While Watts will do a good job of moving the city forward, the lack of opposition on council is troubling. It will be interesting to see if any Surrey First councillors will be willing to go against her on substantial issues. Watts said on election night that transportation and transit are her top issues. She needs to play hardball with both TransLink and the province on this front, particularly as Surrey residents face the spectre of paying tolls to use the Port Mann Bridge, or chafe as fullyloaded buses sail past their stops. The election was just the first step in a three-year journey. Surrey First has been given a massive amount of trust, and will now have to repay that trust with concrete action. Frank Bucholtz writes Thursdays for the Peace Arch News. He is the editor of the Langley Times.
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Arts society finalizes new headquarters Alex Browne Arts Reporter
Semiahmoo Arts has a new home. The organization (formerly the White Rock and District Community Arts Council) signed a lease Tuesday with the city of White Rock for the Mel Edwards Centre at Centennial Park. The building – used only for storage since the Centre For Active Living replaced the old Peace Arch Curling Club facility – will be reopened in January providing rental space for art displays, art workshops, rehearsals and some workshop performances as well as a permanent office for Semiahmoo Arts. “I wouldn’t say it’s a full-fledged arts centre, but we’re moving in that direction,” Semiahmoo Arts’ executive director Patrick
Reynolds said. The building provides a 960-sq.-ft. multipurpose open space capable of holding an audience of some 60 people, he said, plus a small room suitable for a dressing room or ‘green room’, with a kitchen and two bathrooms. “It’s not necessarily just a gallery – we’re not going to run the programs all the time, but we will be the umbrella group for arts activities taking place there, and there will be a small cost for rental of the facility, which will help us recoup the cost of the monthly lease,” he said. The building will be ready for use as soon as it is repainted and re-equipped with chairs and tables, and receives a safety inspection clearance, Reynolds said.
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Concept for Semiahmoo Arts’ new home. “The only challenge with the space is going to be parking,” he said. “But there should be plenty of parking for activities, especially in the evenings. And parking is only $2 for the whole day so we’re not subject to the heavy
rate down at the waterfront.” Reynolds said the move is a good step to consolidate Semiahmoo Arts’ activities and give them a face and provide a ‘hub’ for groups at a time when the organization is reassessing its mandate. “It’s in a position now where it has to figure out how it’s going to move forward. Because of the cuts to arts funding, particularly the gaming grants, there just isn’t the money to do a lot of things.” The organization is currently in fundraising mode, including an online auction of artwork that has been donated over the years. For more information on the group and its Hidden Gems art auction, which runs to Dec. 14, visit www.semiahmooarts.com
45 fewer deaths
Impaired rules save lives: Clark Tom Fletcher Black Press
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An RCMP cruiser guards the scene of a downed tree on the 13600-block of Marine Drive early Tuesday after an intense storm swept through.
Heavy winds knock down trees, leave tens of thousands without power
Storm wreaks havoc on Peninsula Tracy Holmes Staff Reporter
The powerful noise that woke Elaine McDermid as trees crashed down on her South Surrey home early Tuesday had the mother of three fearing the worst. “I thought somebody was taking a log to our front door,” McDermid said hours later, surveying the damage caused by the overnight windstorm. “I just thought the house was exploding.” Intense overnight winds gusting to more than 100 km/h resulted in tens of thousands of Surrey and White Rock residents waking up without power Tuesday, to a landscape littered with fallen branches. The pounding rain that began Monday evening and continued into the early hours Tuesday was blamed for traffic disruptions, ferry cancellations and debris throughout the Lower Mainland and beyond. At the storm’s peak, about 83,000 hydro customers were without power, including 12,000 in White Rock, 28,000 in Surrey and 7,600 in Langley. While power to many areas was restored by noon Tuesday, others – including some who lost power later that morning and in the afternoon – were not restored until after 10 p.m.
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Aftermath of storm on South Surrey home. McDermid said the first trees hit her house, in the 1900-block of 133B Street, at 1:40 a.m. Nov. 22; another came down at 4 a.m. Two trunks from the split cedar narrowly missed coming through her 19-year-old son’s secondfloor bedroom window. The winds were the most powerful she can recall in the nearly 20 years her family has lived in the area, she added. Bob Henning was similarly awed. “What a night,” said the Crescent Road resident, whose patio furniture was destroyed in the storm. “It was crazy out here. I heard (the wind) just heaving – it was like Old Man Wind.”
Henning said the winds were so powerful, he and his father were worried one neighbour’s tall trees would come down on their house. At another neighbour’s across the street, “it looks like a hurricane came through,” Henning said. According to BC Hydro (www.bchydro.com/ outages), the storm hit pockets of five to nearly 4,700 customers on the Semiahmoo Peninsula, with the biggest spanning South Surrey and White Rock. The largest areas affected stretched south from Broome Road to Marine Drive and west from Highway 99; and west of Flower Road, south of 23A Avenue. Those customers – totalling approximately 9,000 homes and businesses – had power restored by 12:30 p.m. Another 2,117 South Surrey customers north of 20 Avenue, south of 34 Avenue, east of 144 Street and west of 155A Street were expected to be without power until around 5 p.m. Power was restored to more than 3,400 Langley, Surrey and White Rock customers in an area bordered by Finlay Street, 32 Avenue and 216 Street around 5 p.m.; another 1,200 customers west of 142 Street, south of 62 Avenue, north of Colebrook Road and east of 128 Street were back on the grid just after 10 a.m.
VICTORIA – B.C.’s tough new impaired driving penalties have helped reduce deaths by 40 per cent in the first year since they came into effect, according to preliminary figures released by the provincial government Wednesday. There were 68 alcohol-related deaths across B.C. in the 12 months that ended Sept. 30, compared with 113 deaths in the previous 12 months. Premier Christy Clark and Public Safety Minister Shirley Bond marked the occasion with a ceremony in front of the legislature, with police officers and Laurel Middelaer, whose four-year-old daughter Alexa was struck and killed by an impaired driver in Delta in 2008. Clark announced a $40,000 contribution to establish “Alexa’s Bus,” a mobile road-safety unit that will focus on impaired driving education and enforcement. Clark said the statistics validate a controversial decision by the government to implement Canada’s toughest roadside penalties for blood alcohol readings as low as 0.05 per cent. A blood alcohol reading in the “warn” range between 0.05 and 0.08 per cent can result in a threeday driving ban, a $200 “administrative penalty” and another $250 fee to have a driver’s licence reinstated. For roadside readings of 0.08 per cent or higher, police have the option of imposing a 90-day driving ban, a $500 fine and impounding the vehicle for 30 days. That suspension can cost a driver $3,750, including $700 for towing and storage. “For the first time in a decade, we’ve seen a real drop in the deaths associated with impaired driving, and 45 more people made it home safe in the past year as a result,” Bond said.
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HOV, transit lanes recommended he said. Those measures are from page A1 critical, Hendrickson argued, Elizabeth Model, executive because adding more buses director of the Downtown will yield diminishing benefits Surrey BIA, said the if they and all other vehicles organization hasn’t taken a become increasingly stuck in position on the vehicle levy or congestion. other revenue options, such as TransLink’s South of Fraser area more tolls. transit plan calls for an extra 600 “They’re only suggestions,” buses to be added here. she said, but added the BIA is TransLink is also preparing to pleased with the report and add a B-Line express bus service agrees improving transit is on King George Boulevard in “hugely” important to Surrey the next year. developing an Transit energetic, vibrant ❝Transit-only lanes... service levels in and successful can significantly Surrey remain downtown core. reduce transit trip “considerably lower” Hendrickson suggested the city times and generate than other Metro work to “make public increased traffic.❞ cities north of the Fraser, the report transit faster than David Hendrickson states. driving” to increase transit consultant Residents’ the use of transit, dependence on which has risen from driving and the lack of a viable four to six per cent of all local transit alternative is a big trips, but still trails the region. problem, Hendrickson said, The city should create a because by 2031, one in three network of HOV lanes open Surrey residents won’t be able only to buses and ride-sharers, to drive a vehicle due to age or his report said. mobility challenges. “Low-cost investments in Surrey residents contribute queue-jumping lanes, transit$160 million a year to TransLink only lanes and intersection priorities for transit, particularly through gas tax, property tax and transit fares, he found. during rush hour, can But TransLink only spends significantly reduce transit trip $135 to $146 million on transit times and generate increased service in Surrey, or about 90 ridership.” to 95 cents out of every dollar it Bypass lanes or timing traffic collects here. lights to hold at green for Hendrickson endorses the approaching buses can help cut city’s push for light rail lines travel times five to 15 per cent,
that are more “appropriate” for connecting town centres, potentially on the old Interurban corridor. To serve more local residents, he said, transit needs to better connect neighbourhoods and cities south of the Fraser, not concentrate on taking passengers to Vancouver or elsewhere in the region. He noted 55 per cent of trips from Surrey to downtown Vancouver are already taken on transit. He also notes Surrey’s lower density overall – sometimes used to justify less transit investment – is deceptive because much land is in the Agricultural Land Reserve, making Surrey’s non-farmed lands actually denser than the regional average. He suggests rideshare vehicles get preferred parking places or pay-parking discounts and more secure bike parking be added near transit, along with improved cycling routes. Hendrickson also outlines a series of tax reform and development strategies that can foster transit-oriented growth that is both more efficient to serve by transit and feeds more riders into the system. Split-rate taxation – where land is taxed more than a separate rate for buildings – can be used to encourage densification and discourage speculators from sitting on bare land.
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yes 28% no 62% 133 responding Raise or eliminate taxes? Increase or ban development? Create or pave our parks? I’m listening. Spend less and provide more? ZZZzzzz…. Few rose to the challenge, and even the all-candidates’ meetings I attended came off as little more than an odd combination of love-in between ideologies and bicker-fest between individuals. Many of the issues raised at these debates seemed either not specific enough, or too off-course from what voters base their decisions on, or – as was the case in the claim of one candidate that Surrey is “nearly bankrupt” – poorly supported when challenged. Instead, newspaper readers were treated to such contentious issues as electionsign placement, which candidates can say “re-elect” in their literature or, my favourite, whether the BC Press Council should be involved when Surrey’s mayor says she lives in Cloverdale, when she actually resides south of Cloverdale. Yep, the folks in Libya must be watching good ol’ Surrey right now to see just how effectively our system of democracy works. If all this sounds a little too disrespectful to those who have given selflessly of themselves to take part in our democratic process this year, I don’t disagree. They chose to put their reputations on the line, allowing the rest of us to snipe from the sidelines. I just wish those who ran for public office did so as if they were running for their – and our – lives. Lance Peverley is editor of 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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Speeders heed warning signs Editor: Someone posted some “radar ahead” signs along Crescent Road. Was it done by someone who got caught speeding and wanted to warn other speeders, someone who lived nearby and wanted to slow down some of the speeders, or was it someone who was making a suggestion to the police? Then, a week or so later, someone took down the signs. Was it the same person, or someone who wanted speeders to get caught, someone who didn’t care that most vehicles drove at double or triple the posted limit along Crescent Road, or someone who just doesn’t like signs? Whoever it was, and whatever their reasons, it worked! I’ve noticed many cars slowing down when the driver saw the signs, and cars going by more slowly as I walk my dog along Crescent Road. Jerry Steinberg, Surrey
Employers’ Association’s position is not to bargain. After meeting 47 times, we’re offered zip, zero and nada. BCPSEA is also making threats, to cut our salary and to order us to write report cards despite a Labour Relations Board approved job action. All this, in what, 10 days? How much more divisive can things get? Teachers, more than anyone, want a settlement. We want government to respect us. We want a fair agreement and we want the learning conditions in classrooms that students deserve. Finally, we want to reassure parents that teachers are trying hard to stay positive, despite this chilly climate. We are focusing on our students because our heart is in it and we care about children. N. Patsicakis, G. McIntosh, K. Kilbride, B. Mandin, M. Christie, R. Taank, C. Smith, K. Padam, S. Lalli, D. Ellison, J. Uppal, D. Kaila, G. Sidhu, R. Rovtar, M.Warren, H. Kelsey, K. Olsen, L. Slutsher, C. James, P. Avisi, P. Minsky, C. Gosse, R. Shaw, L. Beder, J. Macrae, L. Barker, R. Dhaliwal & D. Lourenco, Surrey teachers
Economy linked to emissions Editor: There is good news and bad news contained in the latest carbonemission data released by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The bad news: 2010 saw the biggest single-year jump in carbon emissions ever recorded. There has apparently never been a 500-milliontonne carbon increase in a single year going back as far as 1751, which is prior to the Industrial Revolution, and scientists are shocked by it. Not surprisingly, China led the way in increased emissions, due to the country’s dependence on burning coal and gas, followed closely by the United States and India. China and India are two of the fastest growing economies in the world. The good news, if you can call it that, is the fact that increased energy consumption and increased carbon emissions are a sign that the global economy was recovering in 2010 from the global recession of
2007-2008. Wouldn’t it be nice if increased energy consumption and global economic recovery could be a double-good-news story instead of a good news/bad news story? It very well could, if clean energy sources replaced carbon-emitting energy sources. Yolanda Lora Vilchis, Surrey
Longer parking not in the cards Editor: Shame, shame, shame. Is White Rock so hard up for cash that they must ticket seniors for over-parking at the Bosa building? Currently seniors using the underground parking may only stay three hours. Our bridge club plays for three hours; after we put up the tables and chairs and make coffee. Surely the powers that be could extend our free parking so we don’t have to rush out during coffee – actually the handicapped can’t rush – to move our cars. C.V. Charron, Surrey
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It adds up to annual wages Editor: Re: A line in the sand, Nov. 1 letters. Letter-writer Steve Morris continues to propagate the myth that teachers are only paid for 10 months work. In reality, teachers are paid an annual salary like many, if not most, other workers. It doesn’t matter if its calculated into 10 months or 12 months, they receive their entire annual salary. The math is so simple even an elementary student would get it: if the annual salary is $60,000, it can be either $5,000 per month for 12 months or $6,000 per month for 10 months. For years, teachers have tried to pull the wool over our eyes with this 10-month thing – they’re not fooling anyone, and hopefully not themselves. Don Campbell, Surrey
Teachers trying to stay positive Editor: Why is the B.C. government picking on teachers? The education minister threatened to legislate teachers “back to work” while we are working. Then he replaced the BC College of Teachers, accusing the BCTF of wrong doing. Now he’s unveiled a new education plan aimed at “fixing” teachers. The minister announced we were “good” but not “great,” even though we have the best-trained teachers and provide some of the best education in the world. Instead of fully funding education and hiring more teachers, he suggests iPads will do the teaching. Meanwhile, BC Public School
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Letter-writer E. Kearns suggests there should be little objection to a moratorium on fish farms during investigation.
Still fishing for a different culprit Editor: Re: Salmon inquiry’s debate targets farms, Nov. 17. Much appreciation to regional reporter Jeff Nagel for his well-documented article about B.C.’s aquaculture industry, which, among other things, points out fish farming’s alleged negative impact on the health and survival of B.C.’s wild sockeye salmon. Also was glad to learn that the Cohen Inquiry will reconvene in mid-December to consider evidence surrounding Infectious Salmon Anemia (ISA) virus. Let’s hope Justice Bruce Cohen will take into account the findings of the OIE, an independent international laboratory which has identified the presence of the European strain of the ISA virus in B.C. wild salmon. In spite of mounting evidence, it seems Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and the province of B.C. are vigorously looking for other sources of the virus, rather than signaling out the fish farms, which are known to have destroyed the wild-fish industry in other countries, like Chile and Norway. Furthermore, shouldn’t the DFO and B.C. Department of Fisheries be taking a hint from the State of Alaska, which took the initiative to ban fish farms in order to protect their wild-salmon stocks quite some time ago? I have written to Dr. Laura Richards, head of DFO,
expressing my concern about whether it is safe to feed B.C. wild salmon to my family, however did not get any definitive answer, but was referred by Tanis Edwards on behalf of Dr. Richards to DFO’s aquaculture division. A quotation from her email speaks volumes, keeping in mind my inquiry was about the security of eating B.C. wild salmon specifically, not farm fish: “Monitoring of fish health records is the responsibility of DFO’s aquaculture management division’s fish health audit and surveillance program. This program conducts more than 100 assessments of (B.C.) salmon farms per year.” So now, the fate of B.C. wild salmon depends on whether the Cohen Inquiry is privy to all the independent evidence that’s available, so that Cohen will rule on the side of caution. Surely, there should be little objection for imposing a moratorium on B.C. fish farms until such time as DFO’s aquaculture management division can prove, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that there is no conflict of interest over the issue of whether or not ISA virus or any other disease has been introduced into B.C. wild salmon stocks via the aquaculture industry. As it stands, the monitoring of health of wild salmon stocks is about as reliable as a fox guarding a hen house. E. Kearns, White Rock
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Taking matters into his own hands from page A1 Bose edged his way through the crowd and kicked the door in, allowing his schoolmates to get refuge from the cold. The move earned him a strap. “I always took matters into my own hands,” Bose said. He eventually fulfilled his lifelong goal of becoming a scientist, obtaining his PhD in chemistry from the University of Minnesota. He was a practising chemist in Vancouver, then in Panorama Ridge in 1969, where he was eventually convinced to become president of the Surrey area’s ratepayers’ association. Not surprisingly, the main issue on the Ridge was regarding the pace of development. He lobbied for residents against the regimes of former mayors Bill Vander Zalm and Ed McKitka. Bose’s friend, Bill Vogel, unseated McKitka in 1977, then brought Bose on as a councillor the following year. Except for brief periods where he stepped down to run as an NDP MLA in Newton (he was beaten by Rita Johnson) and being unseated as mayor in 1996, Bose has been a fixture on council ever since. Now that he’s been voted off for a final time, he has time to reflect on the highlights of his career. One was making Bill Fomich a Freeman of the City. “My official opposition – it brings tears to my eyes every time,” said Bose, who had the Freeman’s ribbon made from the colours of the former alderman’s home country of Belarus. “Bill said, ‘oh my goodness, Belarus.’ “That was without a doubt, my proudest moment,” Bose said, choking back tears. Bose’s list of accomplishments is long and meaningful, especially regarding preserving green spaces in the city. He helped avert the development of Green Timbers Urban Forest, Sunnyside Acres and Surrey Bend, in
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Coun. Bob Bose at city hall. addition to innumerable other parks slated for construction. Bose was also instrumental in helping develop the region’s first Livable Strategic Plan, which contains a “Green Zone” protected from development. The plan has since been updated, but his prized Green Zone remains. He says there are things he might have handled differently, including his “biggest blunder.” It was the mid-1990s, and Bose was attempting to end a filibuster by then-Coun. Judy Higginbotham. As mayor, he recessed the meeting, and all councillors left, except Higginbotham, who kept talking to the packed public hearing. Bose called on the night watchman to get the RCMP to send a female plainclothes officer to escort Higginbotham out. “Next thing I know, there’s 17 squad cars. They think there’s a riot at city hall,” Bose laughed. The following day, newspapers reported the RCMP spokesman saying they were not there to enforce Roberts Rules of Order. “What he didn’t know was that they were there (for that),” Bose said. “That’s the legislation.” He said it was tough as mayor, trying to keep order where he was outnumbered by opposition. “They’re always nipping at your heels, that’s the nature of the beast,” he said. “They’re always after your job.”
His toughest moment was losing the mayor’s chair to Doug McCallum in 1996 – because, he said, he knew where McCallum wanted to take the city, and it would be to Surrey’s detriment. “I just saw the city going to hell in a handbasket,” Bose said, adding he felt he would be absent at a crucial time in city history. Bose returned three years later and held a city council seat for a dozen years since – the last six as the lone voice of opposition. Bose concedes it was exhausting at times, with no one to spell off. Environmental and planning issues remain paramount to him. “We need to find ways of buying and securing for the public trust large areas of environmentally sensitive lands that we cannot now acquire,” he said, noting that each time he recommended such proposals, they got sloughed off. “The council has refused to even consider it, all they do is dump them into the waste basket. There’s nobody on council to say ‘stop, we need more parkland in our built-up areas.’” As for advice for Watts moving forward, Bose said says no one has any quarrel with the goals of the plans and policies of the city. However, there is concern in the execution, and the city should ease the pace of development. “Slow down, take a deep breath,” he advises. “If you really plan to protect the environment, then you better do something about it, because I’ll tell you, development trumps the environment every time.” Bose has one more council meeting Nov. 28, then he will officially be replaced on Dec. 5. He plans to spend more time with his family, here and on Vancouver Island. And as someone who keeps re-building blocks after they’ve been kicked over, Bose hints he may continue fighting for Surrey outside of the political arena.
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White Rock woman is once again transforming the city into a festive Christmas village fashioned after her own European upbringing. On Nov. 26, city streets and shops will undergo a metamorphosis for the third annual Christmas on the Peninsula Festival, under the guidance of Liv Butow. The festival was the brainchild of Butow, who saw a need for a more traditional Christmas atmosphere in White Rock, like the kind she experienced growing up as a girl guide in Norway. “We would walk to the city centre with the big Christmas tree and it Liv Butow would not be lit yet, and the mayor would make organizer his big speech and we would all dance and hold hands, walking around the tree,” Butow said. “I have always loved traditions, and they had these great traditions in Norway with the Christmas trees, carolers and parades. To me, it was the dream Christmas.” In 2009, after years of pining for her traditional celebration, Butow finally took action in the city, which she says is the perfect backdrop for her Christmas extravaganza. “White Rock does feel like a village. I know they call it the city by the sea, but to me, it’s more of a village with a view. It lends itself perfectly to an event like this,” Butow said. “I’m passionate about this because I had that as a child and I would love for it to happen in White Rock – a Christmas scene, a la Charles Dickens.” The festival also provides a boost to store owners who face a business slump when the
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weather turns cold. “Eventually we can draw tourists to come and see the festival and the carolers, and then at the same time, they will go and buy
their Christmas presents,” she said. After a year of planning, Butow and her board of directors are now putting the final touches on the festival, which will include
three separate locations: the Town Centre Walk-about, the White Rock Community Centre Christmas Market and the Christmas Fair at Miramar Village Plaza. Butow suggests people start off at the Town Centre, which will include Christmas tree displays at WorldServe Thrift store, art activities at 4Cats Arts Studio, storytelling, gingerbread house decorating and music, from there people can walk to the other locations. “There is something for everybody. People can go from place to place to place, walking and seeing everything,” Butow said. Butow’s dedication to her goal of having a perfect Christmas village has paid off and, for the first time since its inception, the event has a full organizing committee, ❝I know they with people already call (White signing up for the Rock) the city by following year. Despite the growing the sea, but to interest and the me, it’s more of possible expansion of a village with a the festival, Butow said she is determined to view.❞ make sure the event Liv Butow is organized properly, festival organizer with attention paid to every detail. “People may wonder why we’re not moving faster and faster and getting bigger and bigger right away. But we need to get the grounding right first. We need to ensure that we have an organizing committee properly in place, with everyone knowing what they’re doing, to ensure a good quality experience,” she said. “We will go slowly and get it just right – we’re not rushing into anything.” Activities begin at 9 a.m., for a full list of events and times go to http:// christmasonthepeninsula.com/schedule-ofevents/
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business Potters shines on After hours of installation and designing, Potters’ annual Christmas light show is up and running. Workers put the final touches to the computerized light show last week and had it ready to go for Friday. Perched on top of the store, the dazzling show has shining trees and dancing, flickering stars, moving in time to the music. This year, designers added two new Christmas songs to the lineup, a feat that is more difficult than it sounds, as it takes more than five hours to program just a single minute of lights to the music. And for those who are reluctant to leave the warmth of their car, Potters has synched their music with 105.5 FM, so people can tune in and watch the show from their cars. Although the show has more than 22,000 LED lights, the display runs for less than $5 an hour. The show is free and runs every night from 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. until Christmas Eve. Potters is located at 19158 48 Ave. For more information on the display or for driving directions, go to www.pottersonline.ca
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Potters staffers put the finishing touches on the nursery’s Christmas light show, which runs nightly. small potted plants. The farm is open Nov. 26 and 27, Saturdays and Sundays in December until Dec. 18, and Dec. 19-24 by appointment. Cash sales only.
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The White Rock Elks Lodge #431 raised more than $200, in addition Red Door Farm has a to food donations, holiday treat for people to support children’s stopping by to pick out charities on the a fresh tree this holiday Semiahmoo Peninsula. season. Earlier this month, The family-run the Elks set up a display Christmas tree farm, table at Wal-Mart in located at 22025 26 Ave., editorial@peacearchnews.com South Surrey with will feature a vintage information about the Christmas cottage, lined charities the organization with hand-made gifts, for people supports, including the White Rock looking to escape the hustle and Youth Ambassadors, Peace Arch bustle of the holidays. Hospital, BC Hearing Resource The cottage, tucked away in the Centre and the BC Elks Children’s cedar trees that line the farm, is also Camp Society. chock-full of goodies, including Because of contributions from both Scottish shortbread, biscotti, Wal-Mart and its customers, the Elks fruitcakes, fresh eggs, tangy chutney were able to raise more than $100 for and herbs – all harvested or made their charity fund and food to donate with ingredients from the farm. to the Sources Food Bank. And for those stopping by the The money donated was matched farm to pick up a tree to add to by Wal-Mart. their holiday decor, the farm offers Every year, more than 4,000 saws to cut down a medium-sized, children enjoy time at one of the unsprayed tree to take home. four Elks camps in B.C. The camps If taking a real tree home isn’t an are available year-round and include option, there are also fresh evergreen locations near Prince George and in wreaths, boughs, holly sprigs and Aldergrove Regional Park.
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the donations from this drive NightShift Street Ministries, an organization that has have stocked our shelves been working with poor and and bins until early spring. homeless people in Whalley We now see it as an essential since 2004. partner in helping our community and we NightShift offers â??We sincerely outreach services sincerely appreciate and counselling, appreciate every every single and manages â€? Connor single donation.â?ž donation, clothing and said in a statement. MaryAnne Connor The eight-day blanket donations NightShift founder through Sisters drive runs in communities from Thrift Boutique. NightShift founder and Whistler to Chilliwack and president MaryAnne Connor collects on average 4,300 bags described the drive as “truly a of items for men, women blessing to our street family.â€? and children. Donations stay “We have had years when within the communities in
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by donation. ■ Westminster House Annual Fall Christmas Bazaar, Nov. 25 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at 1653 140 St. More than 20 vendors. ■ Ukrainian soul food will be served at a fundraiser on Nov. 25 at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 108 Ave. from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Info: 604-531-1923 or 604-581-0313. ■ Holiday Shopping fair at Bayridge Elementary,1730 142 St., Nov. 25 from 5-8 p.m.
Festival, Nov. 26 at White Rock Community Centre and other various locations. Mini-Christmas parade at 3:30 p.m. More information: 604-542-3776 or www. christmasonthepeninsula.com ■ Theatre Variety show presented at the Kent Street Activity Centre, 1475 Kent St., Nov. 26 at 2:30 p.m. Performances by the Pacific Players. Admission by donation. Info: 604-541-2231. ■ Art Show – South Surrey and White Rock Art Society Nov. 26 from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Elgin Hall, 14250 Crescent Rd. Information: www.artsociety.ca ■ Bake Sale – hosted by White Rock Lioness Club, Nov. 26 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Star of the Sea Hall, 15262 Pacific Ave. ■ Christmas sale and lunch at Trinity Lutheran Church, 11040 River Rd. Dec. 3 at noon. 604-584-0111.
■ Adult grief support group, until Dec. 8, at the Surrey Hospice Society, 13857 68 Ave. Info: www. surreyhospice.com ■ Surrey Pride Annual General Meeting, Nov. 24 at the Kalmar restaurant (King George Boulevard and 80 Avenue) at 6:30 p.m. (membership sign-up) and 7 p.m. (meeting). Info: info@surreypride. ca ■ Evening with Santa at AJ McLellan Elementary, Dec. 1 Saturday from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. ■ A Real Gem jewelry Cost: $3/person or $10/ and accessories datebook@peacearchnews.com family. show, Nov. 26-27 ■ Choosing to Die, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. BBC film & discussion at Alexandra at the Ocean Park Community Hall. Neighbourhood House, 2916 Information: arealpieceofwork@ McBride Ave. on Dec. 1 fom 7-9 hotmail.com p.m. Info: www.farewellfoundation. ■ The Wheat in the Barley, Nov. ca or 604-536-4458. 26 at 8 p.m. at the White Rock Elks Sunday Club, 1469 George St. Cost: $20 ■ Crafty Affaire Holiday Market, Friday Information: 604-538-4016 or www. Dec. 4 form 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Elgin ■ CARP is hosting Minister Wong whiterockelks.ca Hall, 14250 Crescent Rd. Info: www. on Nov. 25 at 7 p.m. at the Elks ■ Canadian Federation of craftyaffaire.com Hall, 1469 George St. Refreshments University Women White Rock/ Monday at 6 p.m. RSVP: 604-536-8717 or Surrey luncheon, Nov. 26 at 11:30 ■ Women’s Advent Vesper Service aprillewis.carp@gmail.com. a.m. at South Surrey Recreation at Crescent United Church, 2756 127 ■ Bake & Goody sale hosted by Centre, 14601-20 Ave. Information: St., Nov. 28 at 7 p.m. the Semiahmoo Auxiliary on Nov. 25 604-538-1477 or www.cfuwfrom 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Peace wrsurrey.org Tuesday Arch Hospital lobby. ■ Yuletide Tea & Bazaar at St. ■ VACC Surrey/White Rock ■ St. Andrew’s Pub & Ceilidh night John’s Presbyterian Chuch (Corner Committee meeting Nov. 29 from 7-9 on Nov. 25 at 8 p.m. at Sullivan of George and Russell) Nov. 26 from p.m. Newton Seniors’ Centre, 13775 Hall, 6306 152 St. Hosted by the 2-4 p.m. Admission: Free, Tea $6. 70 Ave. In the multipurpose room. Tam O’Shanter Scottish Country ■ Christmas on the Peninsula Info: surreywhiterock@vacc.bc.ca Dancers. Cost: $12. Contact: 604-536-7660 or 604-5358949. ■ The White Rock Social Justice Film Society presents The Clean Bin P U B L I C N OT I C E Project documentary on Nov. 25 at 7 p.m. at the First United Church, 15385 Semiahmoo Ave. Admission
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Guides’ spots open Christmas Bazaar It’s not often that space is available for those interested in Girl Guides on the Semiahmoo Peninsula to jump into the program mid-year. In fact, there were some Peninsula girls who remained on a waiting list for most of the year in 2010, leader Helen Samson said. Fortunately, this year is different. At least two local Girl Guide troupes – including Samson’s – currently have openings for girls aged nine to 12 years old. Getting involved is a chance for girls to learn new skills, make new friends, get involved in the community and try things they may otherwise not have an opportunity to, Samson said. “They do stuff that they wouldn’t normally do at home,” she said. “And they get to do it with a bunch of other girls their own age.” Samson knows firsthand the benefits of Guiding. She was a Guide herself before taking on the role of a leader. Her two daughters, Megan and Jenna, are also involved. In both daughters, Samson has seen gains in confidence. She has also seen them develop an awareness beyond themselves. “It makes them much more aware of who they are in the community. Just keeps them aware that they’re just part of a bigger picture,” she said. Recently, the local groups helped in a planting effort at Blackie Spit; they also paid a Halloween visit to seniors at Peace Portal Lodge and participated in Remembrance Day ceremonies.
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t’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas all things Christmas, including his favourite around White Rock, especially for Peninsula dessert, apple crisp, which he has chosen to resident Ken Leggatt. share. As treasurer of the Christmas on the Peninsula Though it’s a longtime favourite of his, Leggatt Society, Leggatt and fellow members have been admits he had to venture into some unfamiliar busy putting final preparations on the group’s territory to prepare the delectable dish, and third annual holiday event, which takes place even impressed his two young daughters in the this Saturday (Nov. 26). process. “It’s a great Christmas celebration that’s unique “They’ve never seen dad in the kitchen before. on the Peninsula,” Leggatt said of They were very impressed.” the holiday marketplace, which will For more on Saturday’s Melissa Smalley feature local artisans and crafters as holiday festivities, visit www. well as entertainment, storytelling and christmasonthepeninsula.com a parade around Uptown White Rock. “There’s nothing else like it in the community.” Ingredients Leggatt, who also works as chief operating officer of Christian mission 10 cups apples, peeled, cored and sliced organization WorldServe Ministries, 1 cup quick-cooking oats first became involved with Christmas 1 cup white sugar on the Peninsula during the event’s 1 cup all-purpose flour inaugural year in 2009. 1 cup packed brown sugar He said he’s been thrilled to see it 1 tbsp. all-purpose flour grow the past few years and hopes this 1/4 tsp. baking powder year’s attendance will top last year’s, 1/4 tsp. baking soda which saw around 1,400 attendees throughout 1 tsp. ground cinnamon the 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. festivities. 1/2 cup water When he’s not helping to spread Christmas 1/2 cup butter, melted cheer around the Semiahmoo Peninsula, Leggatt Instructions can often be found pursuing outdoor hobbies such as skiing, golf and especially cycling. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place the sliced He took part in the GranFondo road race from apples in a 9x13-inch pan. Mix the white sugar, Vancouver to Whistler in September, a ride that 1 tbsp. flour and ground cinnamon together and included a police escort across the Lions Gate sprinkle over the apples. Pour water evenly over all. Bridge shortly after sunrise. Combine the oats, 1 cup flour, brown sugar, “There’s nothing like going for a bike ride with baking powder, baking soda and melted butter 7,000 other people,” he said. together. Next year he’ll also be taking part in the Ride Crumble evenly over the apple mixture. to Survive, a day-long journey from Kelowna to Bake at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes. Serve Delta benefitting the Canadian Cancer Society. Until then, Leggatt said he’s going to enjoy with ice cream or freshly whipped cream.
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IN WHITE ROCK AND SOUTH SURREY Traditional Anglican
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1480 George St., White Rock B.C. Church OfďŹ ce: 604-536-9322 www.saint-johns.ca
...seeking to honour God as we love our neighbour & touch the world.
Fall Celebration Service
Morning Worship & Kid’s Church at 10:00 a.m.
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Pastor: Jeff Young Sunday Morning - 10:00am Coffee nursery & children’s 10:30am Worship church provided get it live it give it Mandarin Worship 2:00 pm
Faith Hope Love Church 604-538-9250
White Rock Lutheran Church Sunday Worship Services English 10:30am Chinese 10:30am Sunnyside Community Centre 1845 - 154 St., South Surrey Pastor Norm Miller Pastor David Leung 604-576-1394 604-303-1976 / 778-878-6699 ALL ARE WELCOME
Glorious Chinese Christian Church First Sunday in Advent
(Lighting the Advent Wreath) “The Church: One Family in Jesus�
Sunday 27th November 10.30 am Kids especially welcome ! Pastor Peter Klenner
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LUNCH HUT Fridays 11-1 pm SUNDAY WORSHIP In Afrikaan 9 am In English 10:30 am Combined Service in English First Sunday of the month 10:30 am Rev. Willem van der Westhuizen Music Director: Reynhardt Crause
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Sunday School 10:00 am Worship 10:15 a.m. Pastor Peter Hanson All are Welcome!
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NOVEMBER 27TH First Sunday of Advent Rev. Joan McMurtry; Godly Play at 10:30 am
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The Reverend Neil Gray, Rector
8:00 a.m. Eucharist 10:00 a.m. Sung Eucharist Children’s Program & Nursery Thursdays - 10:30 a.m. Eucharist
The Anglican Church welcomes you!
ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCHES ON THE PENINSULA “A warm welcome to everyoneâ€? • Good Shepherd Church 2250 – 150th Street, South Surrey • Star of the Sea Church 1153 Fir Street, White Rock • Holy Cross Church 12268 Beecher Avenue, Crescent Beach For Mass times and for further information for all these churches
Please call 604-531-5739 or go to: www.starofthesea.ca. STAR OF THE SEA CATHOLIC SCHOOL
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Semiahmoo Secondary pair vying for scholarships to prestigious school
Students aim for Cambridge Two Semiahmoo Secondary students are among 32 Canadians vying for one of four full-entrance scholarships to the University of Cambridge. Pradeep Venkatesh and Tristan Downing are finalists for the $150,000 Blyth Campbridge Commonwealth Trust Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to students who have demonstrated academic excellence, intellectual depth, personal integrity and success beyond their school studies. Both Venkatesh, 16, and Downing, 17, are students in Semiahmoo’s International Baccalaureate program. The program provides
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Semiahmoo students Pradeep Venkatesh and Tristan Downing. students with the opportunity to earn university credits towards admission to an institution of their choice through an accelerated curriculum.
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To qualify for the scholarship, the students had to submit a list of their academic achievements, provide three letters of recommendation from teachers and a community member and write a 1,000-word essay exploring the discipline they wish to study. On Monday, Venkatesh and Downing will fly to Toronto to interview with the scholarship selection committee. Shortly after, they will find out if they have received the scholarship. Two of Semiahmoo’s recent alumni are currently studying at Cambridge, while another is studying at Oxford.
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If adopted, the bylaw will allow Metro to spend up to $200,000 annually on pan-municipal affairs services, and a maximum of $250,000 per year on special projects. For White Rock, the annual cost would be about $3,375 and part of the GVRD levy, Clark said. According to a list of frequently asked questions composed by Metro, the bylaw will not result in a significant expansion of service. “The board’s intention is to encourage more discussion of issues of regional interest,
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‘Magnetic’ stage presence returns to Surrey Alex Browne Arts Reporter
Seeing – and hearing – is believing with soul and jazz artist Ola Onabule. A White Rock audience that had only local sound tech/musician/ impresario Phil Davey’s word for Onabule’s talent came away from his show last year at Coast Capital Playhouse with a smile on its collective face. The British-born singer and
songwriter had the crowd – young and old – laughing, clapping and singing along to tunes they’d scarcely heard and dancing in the aisles. It wasn’t just his smooth-as-silk delivery and wide vocal range – or even his artistic projection of his own poetic lyrics – as impressive as these were. The magnetism of his stage presence and his dry humour sealed the deal, marking the difference between a promising performer and
one who has well and truly arrived. Onabule is back in B.C. until Wednesday for a series of concerts presented by Davey, including a Nov. 25, 8 p.m. date at the Bell Centre for Performing Arts (6250 144 St.). Raised in Britain by Nigerian parents, he’s paid plenty of dues; performing for years as a back-up artist with such greats as Gladys Knight, Diane Reeves, Patti LaBelle, Roberta Flack, Natalie Cole and Roy Hargrove, while marketing his own
self-produced albums. That experience is paying dividends at the world’s most prestigious jazz festivals and concert halls, while his debut at the Montreal Jazz Festival in 2009 has opened the door for more North American touring. He has a relaxed attitude to the business, preferring to have his manager handle most of the strategy of cracking the North American market. see page A31
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aitlyn Yott makes no bones about it: Belle in Beauty and the Beast is a dream role for her. “It was my favourite movie when I was a kid,” the recent Earl Marriott graduate said. Although the Fraser Valley Gilbert & Sullivan Society production in which she takes the female lead (Surrey Arts Centre until Dec. 4) is a decidedly different Christmas pantomime version of the tale popularized by the Disney cartoon, she’s still glad for the chance to portray a character she’s always looked up to. “Belle isn’t the usual princess role,” she explained. “She’s someone who sticks to her own values about life, and when she falls in love, she falls for what’s on the inside – not what’s on the outside.” There’s a certain childish glee to being cast as Belle, too, she admits. “When I tried on the yellow dress the first time that little five-year-old in me came out – ‘I’m a princess!’” But it goes deeper than that. Yott, who loves to sing, is determined to pursue a career on the stage, and plans to audition for a post-secondary theatre program in the near future. “I’d like to get a performance degree in musical theatre,” she said. “Being on stage is the greatest feeling in the world. Any time I’m performing, the voice in my head is telling me this is what I’m supposed to do.” Before going into more formal training she’s getting as much experience as she can in as many genres as possible – which aside from the fun quotient, was one of her principal motives for auditioning for the FVGSS show. “It’s my first time doing panto – a very different
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style of theatre in which you’re always interacting with the audience,” she said. “Unlike other plays in which the script is everything, you’re encouraged to stray from it and play on the energy of the audience – it’s been a very enriching experience.” She also gained very different experience in Smile, The Musical for Vancouver-based youth company Awkward Stage Productions. “That was taking this ’80s musical flop and rebirthing it – and all the adult roles were represented by puppets, which we also operated.” Pantomime or not, Beauty and the Beast, directed by FVGSS veteran Mike Balser, depends a lot on the chemistry between Belle and her hairy inamorata, and Yott says she’s glad to be working with co-star Sean Donnelly. “He’s insanely talented and he’s got an amazing voice,” she said. “I feel like we’ve developed a lot of chemistry. It’s been very enjoyable – he’s a really great guy, which is good because we have to, see page A30
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Sarah Jickling is a blond. To clarify, she is currently a blond, and definitely on a mission to live up to the hair-colour hype by bringing her delightfully fun and quirky Oh Wells show home to White Rock. The songwriter found Top 20 success recently as part of the 2011 Peak Performance Project – a rigorous six-month music-development contest that boasts boot camps, band showcases and radio airplay as part of the artists’ education. The Oh Wells may not have taken home last week’s $100,500 top prize in the Vancouver radio station’s competition, but Jickling says the experience was invaluable. “The contest has completely transformed our live show. We understand now that you have to be more than just good musicians to make it – you also have to be good entertainers. We have a lot more fun on stage. I dance almost the entire time.” Jickling has come a long way from the overly shy teenager who struggled in the rough sea of high school self-esteem at Earl Marriott Secondary. Encouraged by best friend Molly Griffin, they eventually recorded her songs and posted them online on Myspace.
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Sarah Jickling and The Oh Wells will play in town on Nov. 28. Jickling saw the impact almost immediately when, a week later, the boy who sat in front of her in math class turned around and said “I love your band.” “(Molly) is no longer in the band, but she had a huge impact on who I am today.
Without her, I would have been too scared to record my songs and share them with people.” The Oh Wells have since been CITR Shindig winners, EMP Soundoff Finalists and are planning a cross-Canada “Makeup, Sweat and Tears” tour to promote their EP. Jick-
ling is also passionate about being a positive role model, and spoke of starting The Oh Wells heartU, a program to provide online resources on bullying, body image and mental health. Her increased confidence and sense of humour towards the at-times harsh music industry is evidenced in the name of their latest EP, Not That Girl From Transformers, titled to clear up any confusion over whether she might be the differently talented Megan Fox. “I actually did ask her to be in my music video, via email, but I didn’t get a response.” While awaiting acknowledgement from the Hollywood starlet, The Oh Wells’ off-beat, diary-style songs are winning fans across the country. And despite now playing venues where she has seen her favourite bands perform, Jickling says she still loves playing shows in White Rock. “White Rock has been extremely supportive. I love playing in White Rock because most of the venues are all-ages. It’s not fair that people under 19 have so few opportunities to see live music. White Rock shows mean that my sister can attend.” The Oh Wells will be in town Sunday, Nov. 27 at 8 p.m. at the Small Ritual Coffee Society, 1237 Johnston Rd.
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It helps to keep me in good health; both physically and socially. Several of the other participants skate together several days a week. Don Wakelin,86,years old, participates in Silver Blades public skating at Centennial Arena on Wednesday and Friday mornings.
and saxophonist Duncan Eagles, will feature material from his new album, Seven Shades Darker, which will be released internationally in early 2012. Onabule chuckles when it’s remarked that he seems to be having as much fun on stage as his audience in the auditorium. “I do enjoy doing it,” he said. “I like casting my mind back five, 10, 15 years ago, thinking about how far I’ve come, how many places I’ve been and how many concert halls I’ve played. If I can keep on doing that, and doing more of it, it’ll be great. “I look at Tony Bennett, who’s still out and about at the age of 84. That guy is living my life. That’s what I want to do when I’m his age and I’ll be happy doing it.” For tickets to Friday’s show at the Bell Centre ($45), call 604617-8453, 604-507-6355, or visit www.bellperformingartscentre. com
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After very successful shows in Kelowna and Duncan, The Roadshow is coming to White Rock. So you had better search through your attics and garages, go through your lock boxes and jewellery, because you may be sitting on a small fortune and not even know it! Roadshow experts are here to examine all your At another Roadshow event, a woman, antiques, collectibles, gold and silver. named Mira Kovalchek, walked in with a tin full of hundreds of old coins that During a show near Toronto, a woman were given to her as a young child by her came in with a jewellery box that she grandfather. She Ànally decided to come had just inherited from her late aunt. “I in to the Roadshow and see what he don’t wear jewellery,” explained Barbara had given her. She was ecstatic to learn Engles, “so it was an easy decision to she had coins dating back to the late come down to the Roadshow to sell it”. She was very excited when she was able 1800’s, some of which were extremely rare. Roadshow consultant Perry Bruce to walk away with a cheque for over $2,100 for jewellery she was never going explains “We had uncovered an 1871 Queen Victoria 50 Cent piece, valued at to wear anyway. over $2,000!! She had a nice assortment of coins that were not rare dates, but Expert Elijah Gold explains, “We have she was able to sell them for their silver noticed a substantial increase in the
content”. She explains, “I never would have thought that my old tin of coins was worth so much! I can Ànally afford to renovate my kitchen”. Perry Bruce continued, “Canadian coins prior to 1967, and American coins prior to 1964 are all made with silver, and we have noticed a large increase of customers coming to the Roadshow with coins and cashing them in for their silver value”. Experts at the Roadshow will evaluate and examine your items, FREE OF CHARGE, as well as educate you on them. The Roadshow sees hundreds of people during a one week event, and they have been travelling across Canada to different cities and towns, searching for your forgotten treasures. Trains, dolls, toys, old advertising signs, pocket watches, porcelain and bisque dolls, pretty much everything can be sold at the Roadshow. Any early edition Barbie’s are sought after by the Roadshow collectors, as well as a variety of
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Titans’ ball-carrier Brandon LeMoignan gives a straight-arm to a would-be Victoria tackler during Sunday’s win. The Titans now advance to semifinals against Nanaimo.
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Defence leads Titans to victory The White Rock-South Surrey Titans’ dream season will continue for at least another week, after a 24-14 victory over the Victoria Spartans in Vancouver Mainland Football League quarter-finals Sunday in Cloverdale. With the win, the Titans, who have yet to lose a game this season, advance to semifinals this Sunday against the Nanaimo Redmen. “It was a really physical game, very hard fought,” said Titans coach John Martins. The game had to be moved to Cloverdale because weather conditions closed fields at South Surrey Athletic Park, but the shift north did little to dampen the Titans’ play. On the Victoria Spartans’ first offensive possession of the game, the Titan’s defence forced a fumble, which was recovered by Harrison Allen, and though the Titans were unable to
score on the ensuing drive, they did get on the scoreboard before the quarter was over, on a fake punt by Riley Cantner. Rather than punt the ball on third-and-12 from the Victoria 26-yard-line, Cantner ran it into the end zone for a touchdown. White Rock went up 14-0 in the second quarter when a one-yard touchdown plunge from Peter Kilberg capped a long drive. After the teams again traded possessions, the Spartans jumped on a Titans fumble, and scored four plays later on a two-yard run. Early in the second half, Victoria briefly tied the game at 14-14, and the Titans responded by throwing an interception the next time they had the ball, but again, the team’s defence was able to hold Victoria at bay. Midway through the third quarter, Kilberg
recovered a Spartans’ fumble, which led to a 14-yard touchdown run by Ray Calderwood to give the home team the lead back. The Titans’ lead increased to 10 points on a Daniel Mendoza field goal – a 30-yard effort – and though the offence continued to sputter with another interception, the defence held strong, even recovering another fumble when Mike Bouchard jumped on a loose ball. Victoria missed a late field goal from 32 yards out, and the Titans ran out the clock with three straight kneel-downs on offence. The Titans now host the Redmen, but likely not in South Surrey due to field conditions and availability. Kickoff Sunday is 2 p.m., at a yet-to-be-determined location – possibly Langley’s McLeod Park. - Nick Greenizan
The White Rock Christian Academy Warriors senior girls volleyball team may have missed a chance to win a banner for their school, but the experience may benefit them in the long run as they hunt for a B.C. title. Last week, the Warriors lost to Chilliwack’s Highroad Academy – the province’s No. 1-ranked single-A team – in the final game of the Fraser Valley championships, but they did manage to win one game, which they’d failed to do in two previous meetings this season. “We took a game off them, so that was a real highlight,” said WRCA head coach ❝If we peak Kelli Niemi, who is at the right a Highroad alum. time, and “We hadn’t done that all season – we’d lost get everyone two in straight sets. playing well Highroad is a very, very good team, so this at once, you never know.❞ was big. “And we did it in Kelli Niemi Highroad’s gym in WRCA front of their fans, so that was huge. It makes us think that anything is possible, and it gives our girls a lot of confidence.” Before playing Highroad for the Fraser Valley title, the Warriors had already qualified for provincials, which run Dec. 1-3 in Prince George. “We were in already, so that did take a bit of the pressure off us,” Niemi said. Prior to facing Highroad Academy, WRCA defeated Langley’s Credo Christian in semifinals. A pair of Warriors were named to the Fraser Valley all-star team – captain and setter Heather Weeres and Alyssa Duncan, who plays right-side. No matter what happens at provincials, Neimi said the year has already been a successful one, especially considering the youth of the Warriors’ roster. That said, she is not discounting a potential podium spot at provincials for her team, which is not currently ranked among the provincial top-10, but has been as high as seventh earlier in the year. “We’re still a very young team – we only have four Grade 12s, and seven graduated from last year’s team – but we have a lot of talent,” Niemi said. “And if we peak at the right time, and get everyone playing well at once, you never know.”
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Peninsula swimmers from a pair of clubs excelled in Vancouver earlier this month, at UBC Masters swim meet on Nov. 13. In overall points standings, the White Rock Wave finished finished fifth out of 22 teams, led by 12 swimmers who made up different relay teams, four of which won gold medals, while two others won bronze. One team, in the 4x100 freestyle event, not only won gold, but also set a B.C. record in the process. A slew of individual swimmers also found themselves on the podium at UBC, including Meghan Wilson, who was first in 400-m free and 200-m breaststroke, second in 50-m free and third in 100 backstroke; Rachel Venner, first in 50- and 100-m breast, 100-m individual medley and 800-m free, and second
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Samantha Ellis works on her routine at a practice last week. Ellis will be among many skaters to put their skills on display at this weekend’s Jingle Blades competition.
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The White Rock-South Surrey Skating Club’s annual winter competition is set to entertain figure skating fans this weekend at Centennial Arena. Beginning tomorrow (Friday) and wrapping up Sunday afternoon, the club’s Jingle Blades competition – now in its 17th year – will feature more than 450 skaters from throughout the province, in categories ranging from pre-preliminary to competitors in the most advanced ‘performance program.’ Friday, skaters will hit the ice from 8 a.m. until 7:30 p.m., with pre-preliminary women and men, pre/introductory interpretive and bronze, silver and gold interpretive categories set to compete. On Saturday, from 8 am. until 9:45 p.m., skaters from preliminary men’s and women’s divisions, as well as bronze, silver and gold
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Spence wins three gold medals from page A35 breast; Gladys Willmer, first in 50-m breast and second in 100- and 200-m breast; and Tony Pease, who was first in three events – the 50- and 100-m free and the 100-m breast. Swimmers from the Semiahmoo/White Rock Masters swim club also found themselves on the podium. Gerry Spence won three golds, in 100-, 200- and 400-m free, and was second in 100-m back; Dale Freeman was first in 50-m fly and second in 400-m free and 100-m IM; Friedrich Buxham won two silvers, in 50- and 100-m breast; and Danica Stockstad won gold in 50-m fly, silver in 100- and 200-m free, and bronze in 200-m
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DRIVER. COMPANY EXPANDING. Looking for Class 1 driver who can cross border and go into ports, preferably with 1 year flat deck exp. Serious replies only. Fax resume & abstract to 604-853-4179. DRIVERS WANTED: Terrific career opportunity outstanding growth potential to learn how to locate rail defects. No Experience Needed!! Extensive paid travel, meal allowance, 4 wks. vacation & benefits pkg. Skills Needed - Ability to travel 3 months at a time Valid License w/ air brake endorsement. High School Diploma or GED. Apply at www.sperryrail.com under careers, keyword Driver. DO NOT FILL IN CITY OR STATE TransX hiring O/OPS BC-AB Excellent Rates + Lease Program PH: 1 877-914-0001
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Become a Psychiatric Nursetrain locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements and some regional classroom delivery. Wages start at $30.79/hr to $40.42/hr. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available. Toll-free 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com
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Alexander Lindsay (Bill) Laxton 1916 - 2011 Alexander Lindsay (Bill) Laxton passed away peacefully on November 17, 2011 at Peace Arch Hospital following a stroke. He was a resident of the Crescent Gardens retirement community in South Surrey. Bill was born May 28, 1916 in Sutton, Surrey, UK, and was raised in Guernsey, Channel Isles, where his father was vicar at St. Matthew’s Church, Cobo. He enlisted in the British Royal Marines in 1934, and was deployed at the outbreak of World War II. Among other medals and decorations, he was awarded the Military Cross for extraordinary valour during the Battle of Crete in 1941. Bill retired as a Lieutenant Colonel after 23 years in the Royal Marines and moved his family to Montreal in 1957. He served the Canadian Government working in Canada’s arctic defense systems and lived in Montreal for over twenty years working in the financial sector. He ended his career as a stock broker with the Vancouver-based firm of Richardson Greenshields. He was very active in Toastmaster’s International, both in Montreal and the Vancouver area. As well, he was an avid chess player, amateur painter, and enthusiastic choir member, among other activities. Bill is survived by his wife, Marjorie Joy Laxton and his daughter Verian Farnsworth and son-in law Richard Floyd; his son Christopher Laxton and daughter-in-law Annie Olson; as well as his grandchildren: Sarah Laxton of Eugene, Oregon and Jonathan Laxton of Chicago, Illinois; Jennifer (Jenny) De Castris, Jessica Farnsworth, Jeremy Farnsworth, and Katie Floyd, all of Vancouver; and Sarah Floyd of Chilliwack. He was to become a great-grandfather in December: Jenny is expected to give birth to her first child next month.
Martin, Andrea Elaine We have lost our dear and beautiful Andrea. Andrea Elaine Martin passed away on November 20, 2011 after a long struggle with Vasculitis of the central nervous system. Andrea was taken ill in February 1999 and spent several months in Royal Columbian Hospital, before being transferred to Peace Arch Hospital. She was eventually moved to Weatherby Residential Care Pavilion where she spent her remaining years. Andrea came to the Lower Mainland from Waterloo, Ontario where she was born and raised. Known to be feisty and independent, Andrea always “did it her way.” She loved the outdoors and loved children. She ran a small children’s daycare in her home for several years. She was well known around White Rock and would be frequently seen around town or at the beach. Andrea was working for Harmony Health Care Ltd. as a supervisor when she was taken ill. She remained closely connected to the company until she passed away. Staff would often visit and occasionally on sunny days, Andrea would be brought to the Harmony office for the afternoon. Andrea was vivacious and full of vitality with a large slice of audacity, she lived life to the fullest. She had a strong sense of justice and was never afraid to demonstrate her fiery personality if she had an issue. However, in spite of her stubborn streak she ways had a ready smile, a twinkle in her eye punctuated with infectious laughter. She always had a kind word, a strong sense of compassion and a readiness to fight for the underdog. Over the past twelve years she faced her condition with the same force she had when she was well, even though her energy was diminished. We sadly watched as her health deteriorated and the fire began to fade. We loved our Andrea and without her knowing, she taught us so much about the plight of the sick and infirm. She has now found peace – the peace she deserves after such a long fight. We will miss her dearly. Andrea is survived by her son Justin, sister Leslie (Jim) Rolston and niece Tamara Rolston and her loving and dedicated partner Roger Turner. We would like to thank the staff at Peace Arch Hospital, Weatherby Residential Care Pavilion, the numerous staff of Harmony Health Care Ltd. and the many doctors throughout this journey. But first and foremost, we will be forever grateful to Roger for his love and commitment to “our Andrea.” – Leslie and Jim Rolston
Peace Arch News Thursday, November 24, 2011
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P/T NIGHT CLEANER
Marquise Group is looking for a P/T Night Cleaner for Tsawwassen Quay. Must be able to work evenings & weekends. Janitorial exp. req. Duties include waxing, burnishing & auto - scrubbing the floors. Candidates will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check.
WHITE ROCK hair salon looking for F/T-P/T stylist & barber. Must have est. clientel. Sorry no chair rentals. Please contact 604-541-3331.
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Call Erica at 604 777 2195
HUGHSON TRUCKING INC. is looking for Class 1 Super-B flatdeck drivers. Safety and Performance Bonuses, benefits package, drug & alcohol policy. 2 years experience preferred. We will provide transportation to Southern Alberta. Call 1-800-647-7995 ext 228 or fax resume to 403-6472763
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F CASHIER F SERVICE CLERK F GROCERY CLERK (daytime, evening & weekend availability)
Receptionist/ Legal Assistant for busy Surrey office. Pleasant manner & organizational skills essential. Legal Assistant course or law office experience an asset. F/T. Competitive salary & benefits available. Email resume to: psharma@merchantlaw.com THE Trucking Safety Council of BC located in Walnut Grove is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant. The successful applicant should have good computer skills, be proficient in MS Office and have excellent communication and organizational abilities. Please e-mail resumes to rob@safetydriven.ca.
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Required for Hazelmere Roofing Company. Full-Time opportunity available. Must have own vehicle. Excellent Wages! Start Now! Andy 604.808.1655 E-mail : hazelmereroofing@shaw.ca Gutter Installer required full established growing gutter ny. Good driving record, skills, team player. Email to: timbur6@telus.net
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Compassionate Senior Companion “Assisted Living Specialist” • Shoveling Sidewalks • Light House Hold Duties • Errands • Dr. Appointments • Shuttle Service • Prescription Delivery • Groceries & More! ~Superior References~ Jim Homewood 604.787.8501
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JEN’S MOBILE HAIRDRESSING IS ALL ABOUT YOU !!! Your personal desires at your convenience in the comfort of your own home. Hair, manicures, pedicures at below salon pricing but over & above the salon quality. Serving S.Sry/W.Rock for over 20 yrs. Always a Senior’s Discount 604-315-2440
KIRSTEN FISCHER CUT & COLOUR
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Angelena Physic Healer & Life Coach
donbeckwr@shawcable.com or fax to 604-536-9877
Kindermusik
Group Preschool Music & Movement Classes ---------------------------
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BUSINESS/ OFFICE SERVICE
Full Cycle Bookkeeping Services for small and medium size businesses, including filing, payroll, government reports, & small claims. 28 yrs exp. Reasonable Rates. Pacific Ave. White Rock
Call Nancy 778-858-8185
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MEDICAL/DENTAL
MOA - Experienced Full-Time required for new physio clinic in White Rock. Must have strong computer skills & ability to multitask independently. Duties: booking appts for patient treatments, verifying insurances & pre-authorizations as well as maintaining a smooth running schedule on a daily basis. Excellent people skills a must. Competitive wages and health benefits. Submit resume to: sswr.ptclinic@gmail.com
Weekly, Biweekly, Monthly Exc. Refs & Rates. Move In/Out. Carpet Cleaning, pressure wash, New Const., Res./Comm., offices Welcome! Lic., Bonded/Insured.
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Call 778-883-4262 VISION EXOTIK FLOORING INC.
E & M MAINTENANCE WINDOW WASHING
Hardwood Floor Specialist •Installation•Sanding•Refinishing Express your unique & individual style with a custom stain. Dust free sanding. 778-995-Wood (9663). View our picture gallery at www.visionexotik.com
D Windows Out & In D Gutters cleaned In & Out D Pressure Washing D Serving W. Rock for over 30 yrs D Lic. & WCB insured. D Free Est. Seniors Discount
Eric 604-541-1743 RELIABLE Cleaning Lady for White Rock/South Surrey area only. I have been cleaning for eight years and have a couple of available openings for local residents. Please call me if you have any questions. Natalie 778 294 1044
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A Cut Above Yard Maintenance Fall Services *Leaf Clean-ups Pruning * Weeding & Lawn cutting White Rock Owned & Operated Since 1991
604-536-1345
JAPANESE STYLE yard care. Fall Clean-Up, Trimming, Fencing, Rubbish Removal, Pressure Washing & Gutter Cleaning. Call 604-502-9198
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ALL Concrete Brick, Block & Stonework. Good job - Good price. Call Enzio (604)594-1960 SEMI-RETIRED contractor will do small concrete jobs. Patio’s, sidewalks, driveway’s. Re & re old or damaged concrete. Ken 604-532-0662
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ARCO DRYWALL Ltd. Board, Tape Texture, Frame. New & Reno’s. 20 yrs exp, free est Mike 604-825-1500
Call Maria, Let’s get it done
Popcorn & Textured ceilings really date your home - We can give you a flat ceilinglovely to look at & easy to clean. If you have crown mouldings - no problem. Also Ceiling repairs.
JAPANESE YARDMAN ~Since 1983~
D Fall Clean-up D Lawn & Garden Maint. D Trimming, Pruning D No B.S.T. Seniors Discount
Kris 604-617-5561
CALL FRIENDLY BENJAMIN 604-230-7928 or 604-538-3796
175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-7235051.
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~ Well Qualified Teachers ~
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Winter rates on now.
Service to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers & dishwashers. Reasonable.
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Peace Arch Appliance
Call (604)538-9600
Piano & Guitar Lessons at Nuvo Music School
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For all Your Cleaning Needs
APPLIANCE REPAIRS
Repairs to all major appliances
Required immediately by Don Beck Collision, White Rock. This is a F/T position Monday to Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. with excellent wages & benefits. Must have a valid Driver License. Pleas fax resume or email to:
FENCING FENCE & DECK INSTALLATIONS
A MAID TO CLEEN
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SHOP HELPER DETAILER
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Chinese Massage
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CLEANING SERVICES
LEGAL SERVICES
Deep Tissue. Relaxation Massage. Best Results. Langley Tel: 778-278-2298
Can solve all problems of life specializing in love, health, business, marriage, reunites loved ones. Call today for a better tomorrow. 3 readings for $15.00
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
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Part Time Help Wanted Students Welcome
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Route Number Boundaries Number of Papers 18000313 0 Ave, 171 St, 172 St, 172 A St, 175A St, 176 St 2 Ave, 4 Ave, 8 Ave, Beach Rd, Hwy 99, Peace Park Dr, 199 18000316 168 St, 169 St, 170 St, 171 St, 172 St, 173 St, 174 St, 20 Ave, 21 Ave, 21A Ave, 22 Ave, 23 Ave, 24 Ave 220 18101411 141B St, 142 St, 142B St, 143A St, 16A Ave, 17A Ave, 18 Ave 121 18102515 128 St, 128A St, 129 St, 129A St, 129B St, 130 St, 14A Ave, 15 Ave, 16 Ave 188 18103612 130 St, 32 Ave, 35 Ave, 35A Ave, Crescent Rd 122 18103625 136 St, 137A St, 138St, 138A St, 139 St, 31 Ave, 32 Ave, 33 Ave 122 18107001 123 St, 124 St, 21A Ave, 22 Ave, Cove Pl, Harbourgreene Dr, Haven Pl 104 18107005 127A St, 128 St, 128A St, 20 Ave, 20A Ave, 22 Ave, Ocean Cliff Dr, Ocean Cliff Pl 148 18211022 164 St, 165 St, 165A St, 59A Ave, 60 Ave 112 18211024 162A St, 163 St, 163A St, 163B St, 58A Ave, 59 Ave, 59A Ave 71 18411304 King George Blvd, Trites Rd 30 18411314 146 St, 148 St, 54 Ave, 55 Ave, 55A Ave, 56 Ave, Bakerview Dr, Southview Dr 73 18411317 148 St, 148A St, 148B St, 149 St, 57 Ave, 57A Ave, 57B Ave, 58 Ave 102 18411326 147 St, 147A St, 147B St, 148 St, 61 Ave, 61A Ave, 62 Ave 87 18511826 132A St, 133 St, 133A St, 134 St, 135 St, 57 Ave, 58 Ave 87
All Ages, All Ethnicities
Please e-mail resumes to 878.marquise@hiredesk.net or fax: 604-214-8526
PARTS COUNTER PERSON Experienced parts counter person required for North Island Ford Store. We pay competitive wages and offer benefits package. Email resume to: dlsales@telus.net.
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PERSONAL SERVICES
PSB DRYWALL ★ All Boarding, Taping, Framing & Texture. Insured work. Call Parm (604) 762-4657
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#1 QUALITY WORK, Big or sm. Exp. Electrician avail. Reas.rates.604-773-0341. Lic#9902 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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A Hardworking Lady Reliable honest, detail oriented, will clean your home for your comfort. Excellent references. Insured and bonded. Serving the White Rock / S. Surrey area for 15 + years. www. abovetheresthousecleaning.com (604)315-2440 Christine’s Cleaning Reasonable Honest You won’t be disappointed Seniors Disc 604-328-3733 DETAILED
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Efficient, Reliable, Exc. Ref. Bonded, X-MAS SPECIAL 20% off 18 year exp. Ivet: 778-235-4070.
ALL JOBS welcome. Your trouble shooting expert. Tel/Cable incl. *Seniors Discount* Work guaranteed. Insured & Bonded. GWN Electric. 604-862-9650 Lic#99986
.Jim’s Mowing-Same Day Service More than just mowing
ELECTRICIAN - Dana Thompson Over 23yrs exp. Res/Comm. Free est. Bonded. #14758 604-353-1519
SUPREME HEDGES +++
OCEAN PARK ELECTRIC Small Jobs. Renovations, Panels. Elec. Heat, Lighting, Repairs. Call (604)591-7621
• TREE Pruning • Sculpting • Hedge Repair • Pro-Climber
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
SAME DAY SERVICE PROMPT & AFFORDABLE *Seniors Disc. *Insured *24 yrs.
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WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $125 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $145. Free delivery in Surrey. 604-856-8877
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER & WINDOW CLEANING Prices starting from for 3 lvl. hm. $95/gutters, $95/windows. 2 lvl. hm. $75/gutters, $75/windows. Excellent Service Since 1976. 778-861-0465
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Call Ian @ 604-724-6373 GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627
604-537-4140
▲ Joes External Roof Cleaning Roof Washing Specialist. Gutter & Window Cleaning. * Fully Insured * Licensed * Bonded 21 yrs. exp. Joe 778-773-5730
SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240
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A-1 PAINTING CO.
GARY’S HANDYMAN SERVICES * All Home Repairs *
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* Fridges * Freezers * Stoves * Microwaves * Small appliances * Scrap Metal * Old pipe * BBQs * * Exercise equip. * Cars/trucks * All metal recyclables FREE
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RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free!
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AMF Contracting Ltd.
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Residential & Commercial
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D interior & exterior renovation D rot repair & restoration D Decks D Fences & much more free estimates.
Qualified carpenter for all your home improvement needs. - QUALITY WORKMANSHIP-
Call Blake or Brian (604)816-1653
D Additions D Decks D Bathrooms / Kitchens D Skylights / Windows D Tiling D Laminate Flooring
Licensed, Insured, WCB
Min Pin X Chihuahua 6 mos, female, spayed, shots, for good home. $1200 obo. 1 (604) 392-3604
3 rooms for $269, 2 coats any colour
Call Mark (604)536-9092
All types of Roofing Over 35 Years in Business “ Call Now for Free Estimate”
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Best Local Roofs & Repairs Great price refs Paul 604-328-0527 GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters. $80. 604-240-5362 .Haydens Painting 100% client satisfaction
MESA PAINTING INTERIOR and EXTERIOR Quality work at reas rates.Free Estimates. Michael (cell) 604-724-7458
TILING
A-1 Ceramics, Marble, Glass blocks etc. Install/Repair. Res./Comm. Free Est. 20 years exp. Peter’s Tile (604)209-0173
ALL-ON TILE
TILE, STONE & GLASS New construction or renovations, install & repairs. Pls call Allon 604202-8902 or allontile@gmail.com 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
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A1 BATH RENO’S. Bsmt suites, drywall, patios, plumbing, siding, fencing, roofing, landscaping, etc. Joe 604-961-9937 or 604-581-3822
289 HOUSEHOLD SERVICES HOUSE/PET SITTING.Best care of your property and pets while you are away. Caring, professional, exp’d. Refs. From $15/day. Long term discounts. Call (604)572-3632.
311 MASONRY & BRICKWORK Stone. Brick. Tile Chimney repairs, fireplaces, house facings Quality work 604-306-5389.
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MOVING & STORAGE
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. We move - We ship - We recycle. Senior- Student Discount. 604-721-4555.
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Rene’s Spray & Brush Painting cell 778-855-5361 www.renespainting.com
~ PRO PAINTERS ~ INTERIOR / EXTERIOR Quality Work, Free Estimates Member of Better Business Bureau
WCB INSURED
Vincent 543-7776
RECYCLE-IT! JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly
604-328-6387
604.587.5865
www.recycleitcanada.ca
“Right Tree - Right Location”
EXTRA CHEAP PRICES
Semiahmoo Tree Experts
CALL ROGER 604-
968-0367
“White Rock & South Surrey’s Leading Renovator since 1989”
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Rob Kootnikoff 604-538-6278, 778-839-5034
Trees removal, Hedges Pruning, Topping Chipping. Insured. WCB Free wood & chips. David Fast 604-536-5426
PETS
Call for FREE in-home consultation In-house design team and cabinet shop Let MPB make your renovation dreams come true!
www.mpbconstruction.com Showroom: Unit 62 - 15515 24th Ave. (at King George Blvd.) Tel: 604-538-9622
ISA Certified Arbourist Fully Insured
WHITE ROCK RUBBISH RELIABLE, SERVICE Seniors Discount
Designing and renovating new kitchens, bathrooms, basements, house make-overs and additions since 1989
S Pruning S Removals S Hedge Trimming
On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!
SL PAINTING Interior/Exterior. FREE Estimates. Quality job. Fully insured - WCB Please call Sonly.
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BORDER COLLIE PUPPIES P/B. Males $400, fem. $450. Vet chk, 1st shots Call 604-250-4360 Carin Terrier X - 6 month male, all shots done. Comes with crate, toys, food, $550. Call 604-996-8895
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Near Langley City Hall & shops 1 bdrm - $720 - $750/month Inc. heat/storage/parking Adult oriented Sorry - no pets By appt - call 604 - 514 - 1480
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PALLISER Oak BDRM SUITE with 2 nightstands, tall boy dresser & triple mirror, $350. 604-535-8224.
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FUEL
1YR Seasoned Alder Birch Maple Clean, Split, DRY & Delivered. Family Operated for 20 yrs. (604)825-9264 BEST FIREWOOD 32nd Season & 37,000 Cust Deliv. Fully Seas. Maple, Birch, Alder 604-582-7095 FULLY SEASONED, Alder/Maple, Birch, split & delivered. Free kindling. Phone 604-789-1492 anytime
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Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca
UNDER $100
FURNITURE
• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331
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4 (FOUR) 16 Inch Black Steel RIMS for domestic cars. $100 obo. 604535-1560 SNOW TIRES- Winter Force Used 1 winter. 175/65R14, no rims. 4 for $100: (604)619-0120
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APPLIANCES
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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
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
PAINT SPECIAL
LITTLE LOAD SPECIALIST. Sand & gravel delivered. Small orders welcome. Topsoil available. Call (604) 532-0662 days/eves.
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MULTI POO PAPION free adorable, 8 mo. spayed fem. All shots. Trained. Good disposition. White,gray markings 604-809-9307 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 Yorkshire Terrier pups, CKC, 2M, tails dock, dew claws, micro. Ready to go. $1000. (604)858-9758
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APARTMENT/CONDOS
Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
Service to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers & dishwashers. Reasonable.
#1 Roofing Company in BC
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WHITE ROCK, Luxurious 2/bdrm, 2/bath condo. Ocean & Mt. View. Only 2 years old. $679,000. Private. (604)940-9900
660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE
A-TECH Services 604-230-3539
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
REAL ESTATE
HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
Peace Arch Appliance
INTERIOR - EXTERIOR
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PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 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 CHOCOLATE LAB puppies, dew claws removed, vet ✔, dewormed, 9 weeks. $600. (604)850-0573 CKC REG BLOOD HOUND pups, 1 male, 8 fem. Liver & tan, ready to go end of Nov. (604)574-5788 COCKAPOO Puppies ~ 9 wks old, looking for loving/caring home, all shots, $500 neg (604)476-2420 Maple Ridge
A-OK PAINTING
Blake and his Dad make a positive difference in your life by providing quality workmanship delivered with integrity.
For All Types of Renovations
Local handyman avail. for painting, moulding & millwork, laminate flooring, tile work etc. No job too small. Reasonable Rates. Call Peter 604-807-7946 or 604-536-4665
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START TO FINISH CONTRACTING
HANDYMAN. Very reliable. 20 yrs exp. Senior’s discount. Make a list. CAN DO IT ALL! 604-866-4977
Renovations & Repairs
FREE! Scrap Metal Removal...FREE!!!
RENTALS: These listings cover all types of rentals from apartments, condos, office space, houseboats and vacation homes. So if you’re in the market to rent, or looking for a roommate, start here. Call bcclassified.com 604.575.5555
Top Quality Painting Floors & Finishing
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com
Call Gary 604-576-4406
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PETS
Forget the Rest Call The Best! Harry 604-617-0864
F Rot Repairs & Decks F Tiling & Wood Flooring F Windows, Doors & Trim F Crown Moulding included F Texture Ceiling/Drywall Repairs F Rubbish/Garbage Removal
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HANDYPERSONS
✔ Complete Renovations from Start to Finish For a No Obligation Consultation GIVE ROBERT A CALL Cell: 604-290-4964 Eves: 604-535-0603
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GUTTER CLEANING
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WHITE ROCK PAINTING
• Small & Big Moves • Internals • Single Items • Packing Supplies
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR,
DEMOSSING. Gutter Cleaning. Repairs. Roofing. Power Washing, painting, cedar ridgecap. Jeff’’s House Ext. 604-802-6310
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MOVING?
Chistmas Light Installation Gutter Cleaning, Window Cleaning. Over 20 yrs exp. 778-384-4912
MOVING & STORAGE
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
GARAGE SALES
BRIDGEVIEW FLEA MARKET Every Sunday, Year Round, 80 Vendors 7am-3pm, 11475-126a St. Sry. Info./Book Table 604-625-3208 CHRISTMAS Warehouse Sale December 1 to Dec. 7 10:00 AM - 4 PM Daily at 8086 130 Street Unit 4 Back entrance. Wrapping paper, Gift items, Boxed Chocolates and more.
.Rent - Encore 604.293.2421 $850 to $1225/mo
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 $825. Pet friendly, nr all amen, heat, Community garden. 604-451-6676 South Sry. 152nd / 18ave beautiful condo 1140 sqft. w/ 400 sqft. patio. 2 bdrm + 2 full bath, hardwood & carpet, in suite lndry, nr library & shoppn. Avail Nov. 15. Long-term. $1325/mo inclu Heat, Hot water and Prkng. N/S N/P. Call 604-880-1783
The White Rock Bellaire
Moving Sale 14038 - 27A Ave. South Surrey Sat. & Sun. Nov. 26th/27th, 9am - 3pm
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
Chinese Antique Furniture, Garden Tools, TV, Winter coats, lots of Misc. items. Downsizing
White Rock ~1243 Best Street Bright, Sunny, South facing
SURREY
MOVING SALE 14752 - 32 AVE. SATURDAY, NOV. 26 Furniture fr. all rooms. Phone for more info (778)724-1145
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MISC. FOR SALE
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? Jacuzzi J-460, 5 man hot tub. New floor model $5000. Call Dwayne at 604-514-6750
566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS PEARL DRUM SET, $1200, receipts for $1000 in upgrades, located in Hope. Call 1 (604)869-7329
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
604-536-8428
WHITE ROCK: 1 Bdrm Apt, grnd level, 800 sf. patio, recently reno’d, u/g prkg. 1 block fr Semiahmoo Mall. All appls. In-ste lndry. $875. Lease Jan. 1 (778) 298-1730. WHITE ROCK. 1 bdrm, quiet building, newly reno’d, $800 incl heat, hot water & prk. Avail. Dec. 1st. Sorry no pets. 604-538- 8408 WHITE ROCK. 2 bdrm, 1270 sf, 2 full ba, 2 u/g prkg, l/rm, lrg kitch w/eating area, lrg balcony, all appls. Freshly painted. New wood flooring all over. Can be shared. Avail. Immed. $1500/mo. 604-502-0938 WHITE ROCK. 2bdrm $955/mo. Incl. heat, cable & prkg. Adult oriented. N/S. 604-535-0925.
Peace Arch News Thursday, November 24, 2011 RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
WHITE ROCK. As new 1 bdrm + den. 2 patios. granite counters, wood flrs. S/S appls. F/P. 9’ ceilings. 1/2 block to shops & bus. N/S. N/P. $1150/mo. 604-531-5615. WHITE ROCK Centre bright 2 bdrm 900 sf, new reno, quiet bldg, pool, inste lndry, u/g pkg. $1100/mo. incl heat/hw. NP/NS. 604-603-8410
WHITE ROCK Close to Semiahmoo Mall
2 BEDROOM Concrete Hi-rise. 55+, NS/NP Heat, hot water, & light included
Call 604-538-5337
WHITE ROCK Close to Semiahmoo Mall
2 BEDROOM Concrete Hi-rise. 55+, NS/NP Heat, hot water, & light included
Call 604-538-5337 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. Lrg 1 bdrm, quiet & clean. Close to beach & shops. Avail Dec 1. N/S. $725/mo. incl heat & hot water. 604-951-8632.
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APARTMENT/CONDO
WHITE ROCK nr Semiahmoo Mall. Avail. now. Clean bachelor $590: Heat, h/wtr,cov. prk. 604-596-3390. WHITE ROCK, ocean front condo, 2 bdrm., 2.5 baths, w/open living space, spectacular view, 2 decks, all appliances. $1750 + utilities. Damage deposit. N/S N/P. 604882-5889 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 WHITE ROCK
White Rock Gardens & Bayview Chateau 14989 Roper Avenue & 1371 Blackwood St. QUALITY APARTMENT RENTALS IN WHITE ROCK 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
please call 604-531-9797 Professionally Managed By Gateway Property Management
RENTALS 707 APARTMENT FURNISHED
RENTALS 736
HOMES FOR RENT
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TRANSPORTATION
SUITES, LOWER
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BRAND new 1 bedroom basement suite in Summerfield. $725. Private entry & Alarm. Includes utilities. We are looking for a single, responsible N/S person. Ref’s required. Phone 604-765-1448 OCEAN PARK 2 bdrm bsmt suite, 1100 s/f, shared laundry, n/s, $1000 incl utils/cable/net. 604-202-6582. OCEAN PARK, Bachelor suite, priv. entr. Close to shopping/laundromat. $700 incl utils/cable. 604-538-7558 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 Dec.1. $975. 604-542-1904 S. SURREY, 173/2d Ave. 1 bdrm. 1 yr. old. Incl. w/d, d/w, cable, WiFi. All utils. Suits single, N/S. $750/mo. 604-765-9961. S.Surrey, 34 Ave/King George 2 bdrm ste, $900 incl utils & ldry. NP/NS. Avail now. 604-560-4630 WHITE Rock 1 bd garden. suite. New reno. Own entrance/patio. 1/2 blk. to EB. Util., Cab. In-ste. W/D N/S N/P. $950. 778-875-1457. WHITE ROCK 1bdrm w/den priv ent prkg ldry f/p W.Beach N/S pet neg $850.604-542-3061before 8pm WHITE ROCK, 2 bdrm lower suite. Avail. Dec. 1st. 2.5 blks to beach. 1/2 blk. to bus. Remodelled. 6 appls. Lrg priv. garden. Carport. NS/NP. $975. Refs. (604)530-8038. WHITE ROCK. 2 bdrm suite on the beach, avail immed. $950/mo incl heat & cable. Call 604-728-1448.
MOVING OR RELOCATING? White Rock Sausalito Furnished 2 bdrm apt available, fully self contained, dogs okay. (604)538-3237 www.sausalitobb.com
733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS S. LANGLEY, 2 bdrm mobile on acreage. Across fr Campbell Valley Prk. $1,050/mth + utils. In suite laundry. Horse negotiable. NS/NP. Avail Dec. 1. Phone 604-532-9047.
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HOMES FOR RENT
E.Beach executive fully reno’d 2 bdrm rancher s/s appls, granite countertops, hot tub oceanview over 7000sf lot Dec 1 $1900 + util Long term NS/NP 604-617-3551 FLEETWOOD, 164th/86B Newer 6 bdrm. + den, 4.5 bath on 1/2 acre, 3 car garage, 2 kit. H/W flrs. 6 S/S appli. Avail. Now. Small pet okay. Rent Negotiable. 1 year lease = one month FREE rent. 604-716-3844 NEWLY reno’d bsmt home. Lg private fenced yd. 3 Bed/2 bath. Near P.Arch Hosp, schools. Pet ok. $1500. Avail. Dec.1. Contact kayakerjane@gmail.com OCEAN PARK. 2 bdrm ocean view cottage. Lrg country kitchen, liv rm & dining rm areas, wood burning F/P. Fenced yard. Lam floors. huge deck. Pets neg, N/S. Immed. $1750/mo Call 604-728-1436. OCEAN PARK 3 bdrm., 2.5 baths Ocean view, dbl gar, h/tub, pool Dec1. $3000/mo N/S 604-542-0152
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OCEAN PARK, 3000 sq.ft. 4 bdrm, 3 bath, many features incls granite thru-out. NS/NP. Police check req’d. $2800. Shop avail $600. Near Ray Shepherd. Dec 1. (604)541-2355
PROPERTY OWNERS Big or small propertiesWE MANAGE IT ALL!
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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 South Surrey: 15622-37A Ave. 3 level family home in Morgan Creek, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and games room. Available November 15th. N/S. N/P. $2900/mo.
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AUTO SERVICES
#23 - 15531 - 24 Ave. S. Sry
#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
604-535-1018 818
CARS - DOMESTIC
1994 CHRYSLER LHS, 4 door, auto, fully loaded, leather interior. $1200. Call 604-313-2780. 1997 LINCOLN MARK 8 LSC black, 182K, 1 owner, garage kept, $6200 pHONE MISSION (604)820-8218. 2000 FORD FOCUS, standard trans., blue, 4 dr. sedan, CD, Air Cared. $2995 obo (604)826-0519 2004 CHRYSLER SEABRING LX, 72k, silver, a/c, cruise, all power, auto, V6, CD, rear spoiler, exc. cond. Air Cared. $4500. Kevin (604)584-0904 2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING convertible, silver, 84 k’s. auto. Mags. $7895/obo. (604)826-0519
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 The Scrapper
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2000 ACURA 1.6 EL, 4 door, 5 speed, 246,000k. $3000. (604)8886042 2000 Kia Sephia, Exc. cond. No accidents, p/s, a/c. 184/K. Asking $1800/obo . Call 604-313-2780 2002 DODGE NEON R/T standard trans., white, sunroof, used eng., new timing belt & clutch. CD stacker $3995 obo. (604)826-0519 2002 HONDA Accord, 46,000 KM, no accidents, $10,500. Call 778829-4172 2003 VOLVO V40, S/W, Blue, loaded 155,000 kms. auto. new tires. $6000 firm. Phone 604-538-9257. 2004 MERCEDES C230 SEDAN auto, sunroof, 47k, Gold Mist Mica over blk. leather, exc. cond. local, no accid. $14,230 (604)328-1883
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
1997 PATHFINDER SE brown, 113,000km, low mi., auto, 4 wheel drive. $6500. 604-535-6248 1999 CHEVY BLAZER, black, 2” lift, 4x4, Air Cared, standard, new clutch. $5995 obo (604)826-0519 2007 Volkswagen Touareg, fully loaded, 88kms, one owner, no accidents, balance of factory warranty. $27,500 O.B.O Call - 604-542-0865
848 2007 Honda Civic DXG 5 speed standard, 2 dr., grey, 130K, p/w, p/l, a/c, am/fm/cd, no acc. $9,500 604-793-3819
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TOWNHOUSES
S. SURREY, #238, 2501-161A St. Highland Park. 3 bdrms, 2½ bathrooms. H/W floors. S/S appls. Walk to shops & busses. N/S. N/P. Avail now. $1950 .
Atira Property Rentals
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SEMIAHMOO AUTOMOTIVE OUR GOAL IS YOUR SATISFACTION
ENCLAVE Townhouse 4brm 3.5 bath 1760sq with h/w, granite and ss appls. 2 car side by side garage walk to bus and shops Avail now. $2200mnth 604-612-8066
604-535-8080 South Surrey 2 storey, 2 bdrm, 2 bth. peaceful garden. Walk to beach. Freeway access. 1 yr lse. N/P. N/S. Avail. Dec. 1. $1450 + shrd utils. 604-538-2247. S. SURREY rancher, totally reno’d, 3bd, 2ba, easy access to shopping, hwy, schls, $1650. 604-593-3232. SURREY Panorma Ridge 4 bdrm. 2.5 baths, 5 appl., gas f/p, h/w floors, bsmnt. Lge. patio off master bdrm. $1700 mo. Dec. 1. N/S N/P. 604-535-2044 WHITE ROCK. $1725 / 3br - Older W/R home, updated (Stayte Rd & Cliff Ave) 3 bdrm (new paint and v clean), refinished hardwood/tile throughout, 1.5 bath, large living room, cove ceilings, bright spacious kitchen, large private deck. Includes laundry. Fenced yard in quiet neighbourhood, close to transit, schools, beach. Basement partially finished, N/P, N/S Contact 604-532-0366. Available immediately. WHITE ROCK. 3,000 sq.ft. ocean view house, 3 bdrms up, 3 bdrms down. Garage. 604-781-9093. WHITE Rock 3 bdrm reno’d rancher, nr. all amens. 2 bth, 2 fpl. bright spacious, nice grdn, NS/P Neog. $2200 mo. + utils. 6048424899
SUITES, UPPER
BEAUTIFUL Studio Suite w/full bath and kitchenette. Close to beach, hospital, shopping. Great location. Suits single, quiet professional. Available December 1. N/P, N/S. $750. To view please reply to: rothgisela@yahoo.com or call (778) 229-6267. CRESCENT BEACH upper floor suite, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, fenced lot. All appl, incl Laundry. N/S N/P. $1750/m. Call 604-315-1844 Ocean Park,3 bdrm 1.5 baths, gas f/p, h/w flr new steam W/D, lge deck w/hot tub, S. exposure ocean view Lge sec bckyd for poss sm pet. 2 prkg. Immed $1,800. 604-542-2265 SOUTH SURREY spacious upper home, 3 bdrm, 2 bath, fenced lot. All appl, gas f/p. Newly reno’d. Suits mature n/s couple. Cat or dog ok. $1350/mo. 604-531-4333
TRANSPORTATION
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VEHICLES WANTED
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RECREATIONAL/SALE
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.
TOWING
TOWING CALL: (778)995-0287
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TRUCKS & VANS
1985 Ford Ranger p/u, 2 tone blue, auto, good running cond. $750 obo. 604-597-5054 or 604-640-0024. 1995 GMC SAFARI passenger mini van, 165,000 kms. Like new. $4500: (604)833-6769
TRANSPORTATION 809
AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS
FOUR P175R13 (13’’) Uniroyal winter tires, $200, used 1 season locally, Call: 604-536-8951 or 604-5968561 ext 2204
2003 21’ WILDWOOD 5th wheel, light weight, a/c, awning, beautiful cond. $16,500 obo. 604-287-1127
Notice to Creditors and Others
2011 EAGLE CAP 950
RE: The Estate of WALTER SHISTOVSKY, Deceased
White Rock, 849 Kent St. Live at the beach. 3 bdrms + den, 2 bathrms. Possible inlaw suite. N/S N/P. Avail now. $2250
Water filter, microwave, awning, AM/FM/CD stereo, dinette slide and more! $24,483 (Stk.30833) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644
CREDITORS and others having claims against the estate of Walter Shistovsky, deceased, late of Surrey, B.C. are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executors at 15245 - 16th Avenue, White Rock, B.C. V4A 1R6 on or before November 18, 2011, after which date the Executors will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executors then have notice.
604-535-8080
2011 EVER-LITE 31RKS
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AUTO FINANCING
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Royal Trust Corporation of Canada and Tamara Warawko also known as Tamara Maurer, Executors
Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
Hambrook Law Corporation Solicitors
WHITE ROCK, ocean view. 3 bdrm. main floor + loft. N/S, N/P. Refs. $1500 incl utils. Call 604-531-9689.
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS & OTHERS
OFFICE/RETAIL Dual pane windows, A/C, slide out bike rack, elec. rear stab jacks, and MORE! $37,483 (Stk.29577) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644
CENTRAL White Rock. 1 Ground Floor Office in newly renovated building, 647 sqft bright new office, Incl washroom and u/g pkg, gross rents. 604-536-5639.
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ROOMS FOR RENT
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SOUTH SURREY. Furnished room for rent. Avail now. N/S. N/P. Call 604-538-0031.
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION S. SURREY. Private room, clean, new quiet home. For ns/nd person. $450/mo. incl utils. 604-507-7167. WHITE ROCK. Furnished shared accommodation in comfortable home, nr Peace Arch Hosp. Ns/np. $425/mo. Avail now. 604-536-6303.
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Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
Re: ESTATE OF PHYLLIS MAY ROBERTS, DECEASED formerly of 1546 - 129th Street, Surrey, British Columbia. Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of PHYLLIS MAY ROBERTS are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent c/o Marjorie Mooney, Barrister & Solicitor, 300 - 1676 Martin Drive, Surrey, British Columbia, V4A 6E7 on or before December 22, 2011, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.
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Around the region Thursday, November 24, 2011
VOICE OF WHITE ROCK AND SOUTH SURREY
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Province pledges better protection for farmland is here and it’s here to stay.” Black Press Bullock had warned the After years of cuts left the government in a report released Agricultural Land Commission this week that the ALC was struggling to do its job, the “extremely challenged” to meet province is now providing a its mandate, that stakeholders $1.6-million cash injection as were near-unanimous in their part of a broader plan to bolster concerns about underfunding protection of scarce farmland. and that there remains The ALC will get an extra “overwhelming” public support $600,000 for the rest of this to protect the ALR. fiscal year and an extra $1 B.C.’s auditor general had million for 2012, previously flagged the supplementing its lack of funding as one $1.9-million budget, reason the ALC often which had been slashed fails to prosecute people by more than a third who degrade farmland since 2002. by dumping toxic fill or Agriculture Minister through other non-farm Don McRae said it’s not uses. a permanent budget Commission staff increase. tend to issue warnings Instead, he promises instead of fines or ❝We’re losing as orders because the to let the ALC charge much farmland ALC can’t afford as-yet-undetermined service fees to generate to illegal to defend tougher more of its own measures in court. land-filling revenue starting in McRae said the and dumping 2013. commission will now as we are to McRae also ordered have access to up to development.❞ 30 enforcement staff a moratorium on Harold Steves repeat applications in other government committee chair so developers who ministries to assist try to remove land them. from the Agricultural And he said local Land Reserve (ALR) but are cities that want to help enforce refused will have to wait five farmland rules will have the years before trying again. That ability to use their bylaw measure is expected to ease enforcement officers to pitch in some of the ALC’s workload. as well. ALC chair Richard Bullock “We’re going to work with said he hopes the changes to municipalities,” McRae said. “If strengthen the agency stamp that’s something they want, they out the pervasive belief among can go down that path.” real estate speculators that they Metro Vancouver agriculture will eventually be able to pry committee chair Harold Steves farmland out of the ALR for said that initiative would merely development. restore the ability of cities’ to “I hope this puts a nail in that enforce soil protection rules, argument,” he said. “[The ALR] which was taken away more Jeff Nagel
than 10 years ago. “In the years since that happened it’s been open season on farmland for putting in illegal fill,” he said. “We’re losing as much farmland to illegal landfilling and dumping as we are to development.” Steves welcomed the promise of more funding and tougher enforcement. “It’s a step in the right direction,” he said. “There’s still a long way to go.” He noted much Metro farmland is being converted by the province itself to build new highways and overpasses or by Port Metro Vancouver for portrelated development. Nothing in the measures announced stops that or prevents speculators from buying farmland in places like Delta and waiting for the right offer from the port, he said. The changes also give the ALC chair a more prominent role overseeing regional panels that decide on changes to the land reserve. Decisions of those panels can now be appealed to the chair. The province did not follow Bullock’s recommendation to create a single provincial panel, with representatives from each region, to decide all ALR changes. Steves said a provincial panel would have been less vulnerable to lobbying at the local level. McRae said the changes will also allow the ALC to become more proactive in responding to agricultural issues and promoting farming. For more on farmland protection, including the issue of mansion restriction, see page B4.
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Restrict farm mansions: critic One critic says the province’s decision not to slap consistent limits on the construction of houses in the Agricultural Land Reserve means giant estate mansions will continue to spring up on Lower Mainland farms. Agriculture Minister Don McRae unveiled a new standardized bylaw cities can adopt that restricts the house size and its placement to curb the proliferation of mega-houses that chew up the land base for growing crops. But leaving local councils to decide whether to actually pass the bylaw means the promise of better protection likely won’t materialize, Metro Vancouver agriculture committee chair Harold Steves warned. Only Delta and Richmond restrict farm house construction, he said, adding realtors and land developers have so far beaten back efforts by other local councils to bring in similar rules. “They’ve attempted to bring them in but every time they do there’s a huge lobby from the development community against it,” Steves said. “It’s wonderful the B.C. government will have guidelines and a bylaw that could be put in place but it doesn’t help very much if the municipalities are afraid to pass it.”
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ists who hope to block Kinder Morgan’s tentative proposal to more than double the capacity of its pipeline to 700,000 barrels per day. “All Kinder Morgan is doing is expanding to turn us into a tar sands shipping port,” West said. Company officials note the pipeline also delivers most of the gasoline used in the Lower Mainland. But West argues any increased capacity is strictly about its ability to export. Kinder Morgan hasn’t yet formally proposed the $4-billion pipeline twinning but is testing the appetite of customers for more capacity. For activists like West, the issue is not just about a potential threat to local waters from oil spills but whether tar sands oil – which has a heavier carbon footprint – is used at all. “Ultimately my goal is to make Canada play a responsible role in the world on climate change.”
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Resort proposal in spotlight again Norm Macdonald and NelsonCreston MLA Michelle Mungall VICTORIA – Opponents of the oppose the resort, and say their long-proposed Jumbo Glacier communities support their position. Resort near Cranbrook went on Kootenay East MLA Bill Bennett, the offensive in the B.C. legislature the only B.C. Liberal in the region, has last week, with retired hockey star been an outspoken advocate for the Scott Niedermayer joining a local Jumbo resort. Bennett notes that the aboriginal group to press for its Shuswap First Nation, which claims to rejection. be the closest aboriginal community to Niedermayer joined Kathryn the Jumbo glacier, supports the resort Teneese, chair of the Ktunaxa Nation proposal and asserts its own detailed council and NDP leader Adrian Dix territorial claim. Nov. 15 to urge the B.C. government Bennett also notes there is an to reject the proposed resort, existing helicopter-skiing operation on Jumbo glacier in the Purcell on the Jumbo glacier, a road to Mountains. the region built 50 years The project has been ❝It’s where the ago, and the year-round studied for more than grizzly bear spirit resort is proposed for an 20 years, and received a abandoned sawmill site. was born...❞ provincial environmental In a December 2010 Kathryn Teneese certificate in 2005. The last letter to the B.C. Ktunaxa Nation step is approval of a master government, Shuswap development agreement, chief Paul Sam described which Forests, Lands and Natural the Jumbo Basin as a dead end with Resource Operations Minister Steve no traditional food gathering or Thomson could make at any time. travel function. Teneese showed a video with “Throughout the long review of the testimonials of aboriginal and Jumbo basin, all First Nations agreed other local residents, and released that it carried little significance to a study by Simon Fraser University our respective traditional uses,” Sam economist Marvin Shaffer that wrote. questions the economic viability Niedermayer said that while he of adding another ski resort to the lives in California, he returns to the region. Cranbrook area with his family in The Ktunaxa call the region the summer. Other local ski resorts Qat’muk, and say it is a sacred place in the area have undeveloped lots, for them. so he questions the need for another “It’s where the grizzly bear spirit one to be approved. was born, goes to heal itself, and “There are some logging roads and returns to the spirit world,” Teneese things like that, but the bears are told a news conference hosted by the allowed to move the way they need NDP at the legislature last week. to to have a healthy population,” Columbia River-Revelstoke MLA Niedermayer said.
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Technology allows you to see a full-scale image of your chosen floorplan
In-Real-Theatre a new way to buy a home Buying a new home before construction is complete can be stressful, since it can be hard to picture the finished floorplan. You’ll never need to worry about that at The 258, a new high-rise development in New Westminster. With the help of Pilothouse Marketing, The 258 is using In-Real-Theatre technology to allow purchasers to walk around a full-scale virtual floorplan of their new home. “We’ve actually had people sitting in the ‘bathtub,’” laughs Bill Morrison, president of Pilothouse Marketing. In-Real-Theatre is controlled by computers, a server and 16 projectors that combine to project a full-size floorplan onto the floor. Potential buyers choose the floorplan they’d like to see on a touch screen. The projectors then beam the images onto the floor, while
large screens around the room show you the view that you’ll get from every angle. “This is a pretty phenomenal way to do things,” Morrison says. “This could revolutionize how people buy a home.” Seeing your home isn’t all you can do in the theatre however. You can also experience the sounds and smells of the neighbourhood, with the help of fragrance atomizers in the room. “We knew we had to come up with something strong,” Morrison says. “We have to put people in the brochure instead of handing them the brochure.” The 258 will be opening for sale on Nov. 26 by appointment only, and Morrison says the response so far has been tremendous. “I am very confident it will sell out,” he says. “There is a lot of built-up anticipation.”
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Amberleigh a gem on Burke Mountain by Kerry Vital
Coquitlam’s Burke Mountain community is welcoming its newest addition, Amberleigh by Morningstar Homes. Building on its reputation from past communities such as Avondale and Belmont, the response has already been amazing, says Morningstar Vice-President of Sales and Marketing Deborah Calahan. “There has been a phenomenal turnout,” Calahan says. “It was greater than we anticipated.” Released for sale on Nov. 12, the first phase of 14 homes was sold out in a matter of hours. The second set was released last weekend, and those are also completely sold out, Calahan says. More homes are to be released this weekend. In fact, there was actually a lineup the evening before the opening, with six groups camping out overnight to ensure they got the first pick of the homes when they opened for sale. “We had over 400 people preregistered,” Calahan says. “We were quite surprised that people were camping out ... We’re really, really pleased with the response.” She says that the brand awareness that Morningstar has built has definitely contributed to the popularity of its new homes. Their reputation for high-quality finishings is well-known, as well as their mandate to deliver homes on time and on budget. “Our motto is to make home-buying easy,” she says, and that is continuing with Amberleigh.
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“With prices the way they are, first-time buyers can’t get into the market,” she says. “This can be their opportunity.” The homes at Amberleigh are truly spectacular, both inside and out. Curb appeal is a big part of the real estate picture, and Amberleigh has it in spades with its detached rear garages and stunning architecture. Inside, luxurious finishings such as
window seats in the master bedroom, seamless glass shower stalls in the ensuite, glass-panelled staircases and a linear fireplace with glass stones in the great room combine for a development that is tops in its class. “These are details that you usually see in hotels,” Calahan says. “They make the home feel so rich.” continued on page B11
“We want to make (the experience) as simple as possible,” she says. “There’s something here for everyone.” Morningstar is also proving that single-family home-buying isn’t out of reach for first-time buyers. “The incredible value is really key here,” Calahan says, adding that Morningstar is able to offer exceptionally well-built homes at a price that is actually affordable to people from many demographics.
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Amberleigh at Coquitlam’s Burke Mountain is family-friendly and luxurious, all at the same time. With spa-inspired master bathrooms, left, and a great room-style layout, top, homeowners will find a little piece of paradise.
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…off the front: “It looks like Pleasantville ... It’s very family friendly.” Deborah Calahan. continued from page B10
Gourmet kitchens feature granite islands and countertops, perfect for entertaining, preparing a delicious family meal or a quick bite in the morning. Each home is built with a familyfriendly design, so groups of all sizes have plenty of space to work, eat or play. But it’s not only the little details that make Amberleigh a fantastic home. Large secondary bedrooms, great room-style layouts and the option of a finished basement are just some of the amazing things that you will find. There are several choices available for the finished basement, including a legal suite option. “There are a lot of beautiful touches,” Calahan says. The homes range from 3,096 to 3,238 square feet, in three
different floorplans, and buyers are able to choose between four designer-inspired colour schemes, so you are easily able to make your home your own. The community is just as wonderful as the homes it contains. “It looks like Pleasantville,” Calahan says. “It’s very family friendly.” As the fifth development in the neighbourhood, homeowners will be able to take advantage of the infrastructure that is already in place. “It’s a beautifully established neighbourhood,” Calahan says. Located just minutes from Lougheed Highway, everything that you could possibly need is close by, including schools, shopping, restaurants and leisure activities. Homes start at $649,900. For more information visit www. mstarhomes.com or call 604-464-4440.
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Window seats in the master bedroom, above, and stainless-steel appliances in the kitchen are just two of the thoughtful touches that come standard at Morningstar’s Amberleigh.
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