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Shootings leave 4 dead, 1 injured The Leader revisits the stories that made headlines over the last 12 months. See pages 20-21
Deadly violence in Surrey and Langley unrelated and not linked to gangs, police say by Kevin Diakiw A FLURRY of fatal shootings in Sur-
rey and Langley are not linked, and are not gang-related, police say. In a seemingly unprecedented spate of violence over Christmas, five people were shot, four fatally. Three of those fatal shootings, and one nonfatal attack, were in Surrey. Another
deadly shooting occurred in Langley. “Each of the new investigations are still very preliminary, but investigators are confident that there are no links between the homicides,” said Supt. Dan Malo, officer in charge of the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT). “These are very separate and tragic events that are only linked by the fact that they took place
during this holiday season.” The bloodshed began on Christmas Eve at a party in the 13100 block of 67A Avenue, where Bradley McPherson, 28, was shot and killed. His mother Susan McPherson has since made a plea to the public for help. See MAN / Page 5
A look back at 2011
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Some Images from the past year, clockwise from top left: A baby is rescued after falling from a second-storey window; student Maple Batalia is gunned down in the parking lot of SFU Surrey; a driver crashes into the Nicomekl River and drowns; a new City Centre Library replaces the old Whalley Library; and Surrey takes on Cloverdale in Midget hockey action in Fleetwood.
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Corporate costs soar at Fraser Health Spending jumps 20 per cent while hospital crowding persists by Jeff Nagel CORPORATE COSTS are rising faster than any other part of Fraser Health’s
budget even though area hospitals remain heavily congested. Corporate costs – spending that doesn’t directly relate to patient care – are budgeted to soar 20 per cent, from $211 million in 2010-2011 to more than $253 million in this fiscal year, according to the health authority’s 2011-2012 service plan. The document was finally released after being withheld for months by health ministry officials in Victoria. It shows corporate costs are now the third-largest component in Fraser Health’s budget, for the first time surpassing expenditures on community care, which accounts for $237 million and was held to a 2.9 per cent increase. “It’s a dramatic increase,” NDP leader Adrian Dix said of the corporate budget, adding the plan reflects misplaced priorities and a lack of a coherent strategy. Fraser Health’s overall budget rises to $2.75 billion this year, with the largest amounts going to acute care (up 3.8 per cent to $1.55 billion) and residential care (up 5.1 per cent to $480 million.) The plan show Fraser’s base funding from the province climbed 6.3 per cent this year to $2.3 billion. Fraser Health spokesperson Roy Thorpe-Dorward said the $42-million increase in corporate costs is mainly due to larger provisions for the depreciation of assets (an extra $13 million), interest expenses for the newly opened outpatient hospital in Surrey ($12 million), a higher contingency provision ($10 million) to cover unexpected Adrian Dix costs or overruns, and a $4.2-million rise in information management (IT) expenses. The corporate budget category does not include all administration expenses, he said, adding they are actually split up across each of the other budget components. Administrative costs aren’t shown in the service plan, but Thorpe-Dorward said they have remained steady at about nine per cent of Fraser Health’s budget, or close to $250 million. “That compares favourably to most large organizations,” he said. Corporate costs include areas like human resources, legal services, finance, telecommunications, plant services and research. Performance measures in the plan show Fraser has made little progress so far in reducing hospital congestion and hallway medicine.
“It’s a dramatic increase.”
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Ladner’s Laura Thomas swears in her new ‘secret agents’ during A Very Merry Mission with Agent Story, a story-telling concert for kids at the Firehall Centre for the Arts. The recent event was part of an ongoing Delta Parks, Recreation and Culture Family Concert Series at the arts centre. For more information, visit www.agentstory.net
Crooks stealing ashes Remains of loved ones on thieves’ hit lists by Kevin Diakiw SHE TOOK out the hockey puck-shaped container
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Carol Lalonde holds an urn similar to one that was stolen from her North Delta home during a recent break-in. The stolen metal urn, the size of a hockey puck, was one of a set of four containing ashes of her late husband Lawrence, who died in 2010. The other three urns were given to the family’s three daughters.
that held her husband’s ashes, and had a short talk with him on Christmas Eve. The army veteran and life-long hockey fan died last year, and Delta’s Carol Lalonde still misses her husband of 58 years. After returning from a dinner at her daughter’s, she found her home in the 7800 block of 119 Street had been ransacked. Her laptop, monitor, TV, jewelry and her husband’s remains were gone. Carol, who is legally blind, started to cry. “Why would they take that?” she asked. She’s asking whoever took it to return her husband’s remains, no questions asked. “They can drop it off at the police station, they can drop it off at a church, I’m not going to ask any questions,” Lalonde said. The urn is described as a puck-shaped silver box
with engraving “Babe LRL- 30-11-33 – 28-10-10.” Delta police believe the person who stole it may not have known the significance of what they took. “At this point if the suspect wants to have someone else drop the urn off, it would be without questions, as the most important thing is to get the urn back to the family where it belongs,” Delta police said in a release. “This will ultimately provide them with the peace of mind of knowing where their loved one is resting.” It’s the second such theft over the holidays. On Christmas night, Trevis and Lindsay McGuire’s Surrey home was robbed, with similar electronics taken. On cleaning up the home, Lindsay discovered that her father’s ashes, as well as her aunt’s, were missing. A week prior to these thefts, a Langley man also spoke out when the ashes of his girlfriend were stolen in a robbery.
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Surrey: 2011 below average for homicides From page 1 “My family and I would like to address the community and ask anyone who has any information into who is responsible for this to come forward,� Susan McPherson said in a release. “Bradley was a fun loving man who loved his family and he was in no way involved in illegal activity. This was a senseless act which has taken a son away from his mother forever.� Then on Christmas Day, 27-year-old Alok Gupta was covering a shift at Ken’s Grocery at 11779 96 Avenue.
He was found that afternoon, unresponsive, and suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The Kwantlen Polytechnic University business student was taken to hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. His uncle, Jugal Gupta, told CKNW the family is devastated. “Especially his mother is, I can’t describe. She’s not able to speak, she’s totally devastated,� Gupta said. Alok Gupta had arrived in Canada from India about a year ago. He had a degree in mechanical engineering and a master in business
administration. On Boxing Day, a 54-year-old woman was shot in the chest in an apartment in the 13300 block of King George Boulevard in Whalley. She is expected to make a full recovery. That evening, 38-yearold Jeremy Olivier Bettan was fatally shot in his driveway in Langley, in what is believed to be a targeted killing. Hours later, on Tuesday morning (Dec. 27), a Surrey man was shot, bringing the holiday homicide toll to four. The Caucasian man in his mid-20s was found dead on his front lawn
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rash of shootings to protect our homes and over the Christ- vehicles, we aren’t likely to mas holidays have too many problems. might lead an Nonetheless, there is observer to think that Sur- a societal problem when rey is a particularly violent young people see violence place. This isn’t necessarily as the solution to whattrue. ever problems they feel Still, it’s hard to remem- they are going through. ber a holiday period like In some cases, it involves this one, when failed relapolice are investionships tigating three or other murders which personal took place in issues. Surrey between The Dec. 24 and 27, tragic and another murder of serious shoot19-year-old ing. (A fourth Maple Batafatal shooting lia outside occurred in Frank Bucholtz the Simon Langley). Fraser The timing is University horrible, considering that Surrey campus on Sept. this is usually a quiet time 28 hit many people very of year when most people hard, none more so than like to celebrate with fam- her family. The Integrated ily and friends. Homicide Investigation While one murder may Team (IHIT) has just well be connected to a released some video footrobbery attempt, as the age related to that case, victim was a convenience and is asking the public store clerk, the reasons to come forward with behind the others aren’t any tips they have to help yet clear. Police say they police solve that case. are not connected in any Police can’t do it all. way and are not tied to They can’t stop violence gang activity. from taking place. Generally speaking, Citizens must do all they Surrey is a pretty safe can to prevent and avoid place to live. Most areas of violence. Prevention starts the city are safe, day and at home. And when serinight, and most people are ous crimes do take place, law-abiding citizens. law-abiding citizens need Surrey RCMP are to offer up any assistance generally pleased with the to police that they can. crime trends. Despite a A crime-free big city rapidly-growing populaof Surrey will never be tion, many types of crimes possible. are trending downward, But a city with less and a number of enforcecrime of all types, includment measures, such ing murders and other as bait cars, have had a violent crimes, is a concrete and achievable goal dramatic effect. which city leaders and all However, any large citizens should subscribe city is going to have a certain level of crime, and to. Here’s to a less violent there is no avoiding it 2012. completely. As citizens, if we take proper measures newsroom@langleytimes.com
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Are you making an effort to give greener gifts for Christmas this year? Here’s how you responded: Yes 18% No 82% SO LONG, 2011
Has it been 12 months already?
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or better and for worse, it’s been a whirlwind of Bad: New school funds. a year in this area of the region. Here’s my take A bit of a case of too little, too late. B.C.’s largest on some of the good, bad, and ugly of 2011. and fastest-growing school district hasn’t received Good: Political shake-up – federally. new school funding since 2005, leaving 250-plus In May, the federal NDP’s “Orange Crush” rolled portables in Surrey. Even if construction were to start through Surrey and Delta, with the party stealing a now, it takes at least three years to build a school. seat from both the Liberals and the Conservatives. Good: Celebrating in style. On May 2, the NDP’s Jinny Sims knocked out Liberal When the Canucks made it to the Stanley Cup Sukh Dhaliwal in Newton-North Delta, and the finals, impromptu gatherings as Scott Road and 72 left-leaning party also installed Jasbir Sandhu, who Avenue were fun, inclusive and violence free. Ditto displaced the increasingly obscure Surrey-North the official celebrations hosted by the city at Central Conservative MP Dona Cadman. (Sadly, NDP leader City plaza. Jack Layton did not live to bask in his incredible Bad: That horrible Game 7 against Boston, the political success in ushering the party to Official memory of which shall never again be evoked in this Opposition status). space. Bad: Political lockdown – municipally. Ugly: Roving rioters. In November, Surrey Mayor Dianne Watts and her More than one-third (21) of the first batch of 60 Surrey First team swept city council – and took all suspects facing charges for their involvement in the but two slots on school board. This is the first time June 15 Stanley Cup riot are from Surrey. Two hail in history Surrey has had an unopposed from Delta. Way to rock our reputation council. south of the Fraser, people. As if that’s not enough to rile, this Good: Kicking HST to the curb. month, Surrey council appointed counOkay, there’s a helping of bad with cillors as chairs of each of the city’s select this one too. It’s going to be costly to reverse, but the grassroots groundswell committees (which advise council on against an arrogant government is a various issues, such as the environment, reminder to citizens and politicians the arts and heritage preservation) – a alike: The power of the people is a force move which will further quell any oppoto be reckoned with. sition to council’s objectives. Bad: Justice denied. Ugly: Surrey – City of Litterbugs. Chronic delays in B.C.’s congested In March, Surrey vowed a crackdown Paula Carlson court system only intensified in 2011. after discovering it cost more than And with the provincial government $800,000 the previous year to clean up rejecting calls for an emergency cash trash dumped in Surrey neighbourinfusion, the number of criminal cases at risk of hoods. The problem continues unabated, with local being thrown out due to excessive delays is on the blogger Danna Casto (http://keep rise. Will 2012 be the Year of the Acquittal? canadaclean.blogspot.com) documenting a staggerUgly: Holiday homicides. ing amount of garbage discarded in her North Surrey The year ends on a tragic note as a flurry of shootcommunity on a daily basis. ings over the Christmas holiday leaves four dead Good: New school funds. and one injured. It’s a violent end to 2011 that leaves In October, the Surrey School District finally everyone hoping for a more harmonious start to the received money to build new school space, with the new year. provincial government providing more than $102 Wishing you all a happy, healthy and peaceful million to expand two local high schools, build two 2012. new elementary schools and buy land for four future schools. pcarlson@surreyleader.com
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Smart meters will suppress electricity theft MORE THAN $100 million worth of electricity is stolen from BC Hydro every year, with much of it stolen to power marijuana grow-ops. As an honest BC Hydro customer, it makes me more than just a little unhappy to know that people are stealing electricity. It makes me even more unhappy to know that the cost of all that stolen electricity gets added to the hydro bills of honest BC Hydro customers like you and me. That’s why I’m glad BC Hydro is finally installing
smart meters and putting an end to preventable electricity theft. Smart meters will let BC Hydro zero in on electricity theft quickly and accurately and shut down the perpetrators. The old mechanical meters BC Hydro has relied on since the 1940s and 1950s simply can’t do that. All they can do is measure how much electricity has gone through them, and they only get checked manually every couple of months (long after the opportunity to catch electricity thieves has passed). I doubt that most people are still using the same
appliances, phones, TVs and radios that were around in the1940s and 1950s. So why would anyone want to use metering technology from 50 or 60 years ago, especially when smart meters can detect electricity theft and save BC Hydro customers $100 million per year? Investing in smart meters is well worth the cost. And preventing the theft of $100 million a year will basically pay for the meters in just 10 short years. Mike Taylor, Port Moody
Port Mann project tolls: Highway users will be getting a free ride THE PORT MANN/Highway 1 proj-
ect is improving the highway from Langley to Vancouver. However, as per the Port Mann/Highway 1 website, all of the project cost is being recovered by tolls on the Port Mann Bridge. The website says that the project is expected to cost $3.3 billion. The Port Mann Bridge is costing $775 million, less than one-quarter of the total project cost, but the users of the Port Mann Bridge are being asked to bear the full cost of the Port Mann project. This is totally unfair. Options? For Highway 407 in Toronto, the tolls are charged based on kilometres driven on the highway. This is a fair system. There could be a slightly higher charge for using the Port Man Bridge, but it is not fair that the rest of the people benefitting from the highway improvement project get a free ride and the people using the Port Mann get stuck with the bill. The rest of the highway costs $2.5 billion. The government could install cameras at all exits and charge a toll to all users. Another alternative would be to recover part of the toll through higher licence plate charges and a higher gas tax. It is unfair to solely single out the users of the Port
A letter writer is alarmed that only those using the new Port Mann Bridge – and paying its tolls – will pay for the full Port Mann/Highway 1 project. The bridge, he adds, will cost less than one-quarter of the entire project. Mann Bridge and ask them to bear the full cost, when their share of the project is less than 25 per cent of the total cost.
The government should not take a shortcut. It should adopt a way to spread the costs to all users who are benefitting, may be by using a
combination of some or all of the above options. Rafik Karwa, Surrey
Heart of household stolen Way to go, grandmas from elderly blind woman RE: “DELTA GRANDMOTHERS going back to school,” The Leader,
MERRY CHRISTMAS everyone, but ours
has been dampened with the thought of evil out there. In Surrey-Delta, my mom’s house was broken into while she was at my sister’s for Christmas Eve. They took mom’s laptop and large monitor, her way of “seeing” me on a regular basis as I live in Cape Breton, the flat screen TV, her jewelry box and contents, the purses and wallets, my sister’s computer and worst of all they took “dad.” My dad was a veteran and the thieves took the portion of his remains my mom had kept for herself. She told the police, “I don’t care about
anything else, just bring my husband back.” Our mom is visually impaired, and in her purse was her CNIB cane and ID, as well as her personal ID, but they left my sister’s bills, go figure. How sad, on Christmas, let alone any other time of year, to steal from the elderly and the decent citizen. If there is any hope, I would like to say to those who decided they needed these things more than my mom and sister, that the least they could do is return dad’s remains to their rightful owner.
Dec. 20. That is a refreshing story. It stokes one’s soul. The quest for knowledge knows no boundaries. People climb mountains. The two grandmas are climbing their own mountains. What a wonderful feeling they must have on being able to write. Congratulations to them. It opens new vistas when you can read and write. Also thanks to your photographer. The picture catches the mood, focus and I think, a sense of accomplishment and selfconfidence of both grandmas. I couldn’t help but notice that Surinder Dhillon, in the foreground, is left-handed. It reminds me of old times back home when lefties were frowned upon. The left hand was even spanked to get you to use the right hand. It is hardly of any consequence now. Again, congratulations and best wishes to them.
Dave Bains, Surrey Debra Lalonde-Gyorfi
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share an important safety reminder with the citizens around Christmas time, when we spend more time in the kitchen and cooking indoors. For those who own a natural gas range, I strongly encourage you to test the safety features. Turn your flame low, blow the flame off then wait to see what happens. Most of the gas stoves sold in Canada and in the U.S. today are not equipped with safety shut-off valves. This means that if your stove is unattended and a small draft or the boiling water should blow your flame off, you’ve got a problem. If you have small children and they twist the gas knob by accident and no one finds out soon enough, tragedies may happen. It was certainly shocking for me to learn that we are the few industrialized countries on the surface of the Earth who allow this to happen. Call the appliance manufacturer/dealer and ask them specific questions about the safety features if you are concerned. It may take a few tragedies until something will be done about this. Sam Shoe Delta
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N OT I C E O F P U B L I C H E A R I N G - M O N DAY, JA N U A RY 9 , 2 012 The Council of the City of Surrey will hold a Public Hearing pursuant to the provisions of the Local Government Act, in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 14245 - 56 Avenue, Surrey, BC, on Monday, January 9, 2012, commencing at 7:00 p.m. Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2011, No. 17538 Application: 7911-0186-00 CIVIC ADDRESS: 13453, 13463 - 76 Avenue, 7630, 7646 - 134A Street and Portion of Road Allowance APPLICANT: Amarjit Masson, Balwinder Sidhu, Parampal Jaura, Parvinder Jaura, Bachittar S. Dhaliwal and Kulwant K. Dhaliwal c/o Barnett Dembek Architects Inc. (Maciej Dembek) #135, 7536 - 130 Street, Surrey, BC V3W 1H8 PROPOSAL: To rezone the site from “One Acre Residential Zone (RA)” to “Light Impact Industrial Zone (IL)”. The purpose of the rezoning is to permit the development of a 1,859 sq. m. (20, 000 sq. ft.) industrial building. B. Permitted Uses for Light Impact Industrial Zone (IL) Land and structures shall be used for the following uses only, or for a combination of such uses: 1. Light impact industry. 2. Recycling depots provided that: (a) The use is confined to an enclosed building; and (b) The storage of used tires is prohibited. 3. Transportation industry. 4. Automotive service uses. 5. Automobile painting and body work. 6. Vehicle storage and parking facilities including truck parking and recreational vehicle storage. 7. General service uses limited to the following: (a) driving schools; and (b) industrial equipment rentals. (c) taxi dispatch offices; (d) industrial first aid training; and (e) trade schools. 8. Warehouse uses. 9. Distribution centres. 10. Office uses limited to the following: (a) Architectural and landscape architectural offices; (b) Engineering and surveying offices; (c) General contractor offices; (d) Government offices; and (e) Utility company offices. 11. Accessory uses including the following: (a) Coffee shops provided that the seating capacity shall not exceed 35 and the said coffee shop is not licensed by the Liquor Control and Licensing Act, R.S.B.C. 1996, chapter 267, as amended. (b) Recreation facilities, excluding go-kart operations, drag racing and rifle ranges; (c) Community services; (d) Assembly halls limited to churches, provided that: (i) the church does not exceed a total floor area of 700 square metres (7,500 sq. ft.); (ii) the church accommodates a maximum of 300 seats; and (iii) there is not more than one church on a lot. (e) Child care centres; and (f) Dwelling unit(s) provided that the dwelling unit(s) is (are): i. Contained within the principal building; ii. Occupied by the owner or a caretaker, for the protection of the businesses permitted; iii. Restricted to a maximum number of: a. One dwelling unit in each principal building less than 2,800 square metres [30,000 sq. ft.] in floor area; b. Two dwelling units in each principal building of 2,800 square metres [30,000 sq. ft.] or greater in floor area; and c. Notwithstanding Sub-sections B.11 (f) iii.a. and iii.b., the maximum number shall be two dwelling units for lots less than 4.0 hectares [10 acres] in area and three dwelling units for lots equal to or greater than 4.0 hectares [10 acres] in area. iv. Restricted to a maximum floor area of: a. 140 square metres [1,500 sq. ft.] for one (first) dwelling unit on a lot and where a lot has been subdivided by a strata plan then there shall only be one 140-square metre [1,500- sq. ft.] dwelling unit within the strata plan; b. 90 square metres [970 sq. ft.] for each additional dwelling unit; and
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Notwithstanding Sub-sections B.11 (f) iv.a. and iv.b., the maximum floor area shall not exceed 33% of the total floor area of the principal building within which the dwelling unit is contained. (g) Sales of rebuilt vehicles less than 5,000 kilograms [11,023 lbs.] G.V.W. provided that: i. it is part of an automobile painting and body work business; ii. the number of rebuilt vehicles ready for sale shall not exceed 5 at any time; iii. the business operator holds a current and valid Motor Dealer’s certificate; and iv. he business operator is an approved Insurance Corporation of British Columbia Salvage Buyer DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BY-LAW 17538 6.
for lots less than 4.0 hectares [10 acres] in area, three dwelling units for lots equal to or greater than 4.0 hectares [10 acres] in area, and where a lot has been subdivided by a strata plan then there shall only be one 140-square metre [1,500 sq.ft.] dwelling unit within the strata plan. iv. Restricted to a maximum floor area of a. 140 square metres [1,500 sq.ft.] for one (first) dwelling unit on a lot; b. 90 square metres [970 sq.ft.] for each additional dwelling unit; and c. Notwithstanding Sub-sections B.5.(e)iv.a. and iv.b., the maximum floor area shall not exceed 33% of the total floor area of the principal building within which the dwelling unit is contained. For the purpose of Sub-sections B.1 and B.2 of this Zone, parking, storage or service of trucks and trailers on any portion of the lot not associated with the uses or operations permitted thereof shall be specifically prohibited. DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BY-LAW 17536
Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2011, No. 17536 Application: 7910-0301-00 CIVIC ADDRESS: 18749 - 24 Avenue (also shown as 18689 - 24 Avenue) APPLICANT: 0727386 B.C. Ltd. c/o Pacific Land Group Inc. (Oleg Verbenkov) #101, 7485 - 130 Street, Surrey, BC V3W 1H8 PROPOSAL: To rezone the property from “General Agriculture Zone (A-1)” to “Comprehensive Development Zone (CD)”. The purpose of the rezoning is to to permit subdivision into eight (8) business park lots and one (1) large remainder lot to facilitate the development of industrial businesses. B. Permitted Uses for By-law 17536 The Lands and structures shall be used for the following uses only, or for a combination of such uses: 1. Light impact industry including wholesale and retail sales of products produced within the business premises or as part of the wholesale operations provided that the total floor area used or intended to be used for retail sales and display to the public shall not exceed 20% of the gross floor area for each individual business or establishment, or 460 square metres [5,000 sq.ft.], whichever is less. 2. Warehouse uses. 3. Distribution centres. 4. Office uses excluding: (a) Social escort services; (b) Methadone clinics; and (c) Offices of professionals including without limitation, accountants, lawyers, doctors, dentists, chiropractors, physiotherapists, massage therapists and related health care practitioners and notary publics, and the offices of real estate, advertising and insurance. 5. Accessory uses including the following: (a) General service uses excluding drive-through banks; (b) Eating establishments limited to a maximum of 200 seats and excluding drive-through restaurants; (c) Community services; (d) Child care centre; and (e) Dwelling unit(s) provided that the dwelling unit(s) is (are) i. Contained within a principal building; ii. Occupied by the owner or a caretaker, for the protection of the businesses permitted; iii. Restricted to a maximum number of a. One dwelling unit in each principal building less than 2,800 square metres [30,000 sq.ft.] in floor area; b. Two dwelling units in each principal building of 2,800 square metres [30,000 sq.ft.] or greater in floor area; c. Notwithstanding Sub-sections B.5(e)iii.a and iii.b, the maximum number shall be two dwelling units
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Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2011, No. 17537 Application: 7911-0024-00 CIVIC ADDRESS: 13610 - 112 Avenue APPLICANT: Sandeep K. and Parmjit K. Dhaliwal c/o Royal Group Tapestry Realty (Bhupinder Litt) #104, 13049 - 76 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3W 2V7 PROPOSAL: To rezone the property from “Single Family Residential Zone (RF)” to “Semi-Detached Residential Zone (RF-SD)”. The purpose of the rezoning is to permit the development of two (2) semi-detached residential dwellings. DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BY-LAW 17537
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Police seize suspect car in Batalia murder case by Kevin Diakiw POLICE HAVE seized a car
investigators think was driven by the killer of SFU student Maple Batalia. The late-model white Dodge Charger was captured on surveillance cameras leaving the scene of the young student’s murder just after 1 a.m. Sept. 28. Batalia, an aspiring actress and model who planned to go to medical school, was shot in the parkade near SFU’s Surrey campus and died a short time later in hospital.
The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) disclosed the seizure of the suspect vehicle Friday, Dec. 22, one day after police released a video that shows two potential witnesses they want to interview. The two men entered a building at SFU just after midnight, about an hour before Batalia was shot. She was walking alone to her car after studying in the university’s library with friends. Investigators say they have spoken to the registered owner of the car but would not say who that
is or when the car was seized. They also want to speak to anyone else who may have seen the white Charger that night. No arrests have been made. If you have information, you can contact the IHIT tiplines by calling 1-877-551-4448 (IHIT) or email ihittipline@rcmp-grc. gc.ca If you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or email Solvecrime.ca — with files from CBC
Surrey RCMP say more charges are coming in new year POLICE SAY they’ve been flooded with tips since
theft charges against the directors of A Better Life Dog Rescue went public. As a result, Surrey RCMP spokesman Cpl. Drew Grainger said, investigators will be recommending a number of new charges against the operators of the rescue organization in the new year. “We’ve had numerous tips, dozens and dozens,” Grainger told CTV News. In November, Janet Olson and Louise Reid, codirectors of A Better Life, were arrested in connection with the theft of a dog in Coquitlam. Investigators said they watched as the pair, wearing uniforms reading “Animal Welfare,” took a bulldog named Samson from its yard on Nov. 21. Olson has also been charged with stealing a dog from a Surrey property in April. Police have already said they plan to recommend a third set of charges against the rescue operation for the theft of a dog named Piper from an apartment in Feb-
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Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2007, No. 16419, Amendment By-law, 2011, No. 17487 APPLICANT: City of Surrey 14245 - 56 Avenue Surrey, BC V3X 3A2 PROPOSAL: “Surrey Zoning By-law, 1993, No. 12000, Amendment By-law, 2007, No. 16419”, is further amended, in Section 2.D.2(a) and (b) “Density” (as recommended by Corporate Report R208 dated November 7, 2011). This amendment will ensure that new homes constructed in the Royal Heights Park Neighbourhood are consistent with the development objectives for the neighbourhood. DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BY-LAW 17487
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climbing to 90 per cent by 2014. But the latest numbers for 2011 have actually worsened, with 52 per cent admitted by the benchmark time as of early December.
“There are some pockets of good progress,” Thorpe-Dorward said, adding the rates at Burnaby and Royal Columbian hospitals are nearing 70 per cent. He noted emergency department visits are up 6.3 per cent this year. Fraser Health said is taking steps to manage hospital occupancy to ensure patients get admitted through emergency as quickly and efficiently as possible, Thorpe-Dorward said. He cited the use of quick response case managers in the busiest ERs, ongoing efforts to get elderly patients out of hospitals and into home support or residential care, and an increasing emphasis on chronic disease prevention to reduce hospital use. But Dix said the plan is short on detail on how further gains will be made. “They’re just sticking numbers in here without any relationship to their plan, their ideas or anything else,” Dix said. “There’s no plan to get to 90 per cent. And they’re going to have more problems because they’re not meeting their targets to create acute care beds.” The service plan warns Fraser Health will need 1,100 more hospital beds than it has by 2020. Dix noted a similar warning was issued in 2007 that nearly 750 more beds were needed by 2010 and most of them did not materialize. New facilities have opened in recent years, including the Abbotsford Regional Hospital and the Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre in Surrey, which helps take day surgery and diagnostic pressure out of nearby Surrey Memorial Hospital. A new ER and critical care tower is also under construction at SMH to expand emergency space and add 150 more beds. But Dix criticized delays in expanding Royal Columbian Hospital, which is still in a preplanning stage despite years of controversy about overcrowding. Fraser is the fastestgrowing health authority in B.C., nearly doubling in population since 1986, and it’s expected to grow by another 21 per cent by 2020. Because of the growth rate, Fraser has tended to get a bigger budget increase than other health authorities. But the province will be under growing pressure to rein in those increases because of reforms to the way Ottawa calculates federal health transfer payments to the provinces.
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transfer policy at a meeting with provincial finance ministers in Victoria recently. Health transfers will continue to grow by six per cent per year for six more years. Increases after that are to match economic growth plus inflation, with a minimum annual increase of three per cent. Falcon praised Flaherty’s move to connect health care budgets to the economy, to protect B.C. and Canada’s triple-A credit rating. Falcon said B.C. will press for two changes, a formula for population aging and incentive payments for “provinces that are undertaking innovation and are doing their bit to ensure that we will have a sustainable health care system.” NDP finance critic Bruce Ralston said Falcon has reversed his position on connecting health budgets and economic growth. Premier Christy Clark made a similar suggestion during the B.C. Liberal leadership race last spring, and soon found herself under attack by rivals. “George Abbott and Kevin Falcon both said it was unrealistic to tie it to an artificial measure like that,” Ralston said. “They were saying that if you have bad times, you’ll be forced to find hundreds of millions of dollars in health care cuts.” tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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Surgical wait times longest since 1993
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by Tricia Leslie A NEW REPORT by the Fraser Institute shows wait times for medical treatment have reached a new high in Canada – the longest wait times in 18 years. But in B.C., more surgeries are being done than ever before, says the provincial Ministry of Health. The report shows B.C. has the second-shortest total wait at 19.3 weeks – but that is still an increase from 18.8 weeks in 2010. The Fraser Institute report, entitled Waiting Your Turn: Wait Times for Health Care in Canada, shows the median wait time for surgery across the country is 19 weeks between the referral from a general practitioner and the start of elective treatment. “At 104 percent longer than it was in 1993, this is the longest total wait time recorded since the Fraser Institute began measuring wait times in Canada,” the report says. “It is estimated that, across all 10 provinces, in 2011 people are waiting for an estimated 941,321 procedures,” the report finds.
“This means that, assuming that each person waits for only one procedure, 2.8 percent of Canadians are waiting for treatment.” The report notes the doctors surveyed reported only 9.4 per cent of patients are on a waiting list because they requested a delay or postponement. But the results “indicate that despite high levels of health expenditure and provincial wait time strategies, it is clear that patients in Canada are waiting too long to receive treatment,” states the report. The B.C. Ministry of Health cites a different, scientific report conducted by the Canadian Institute for Health Information, published in March 2011, that shows “B.C. is a leader in meeting the federally set benchmarks for all priority wait time areas: radiation treatment for cancer, cardiac care, sight restoration and joint replacement.” According to that report, more than 90 per cent of patients receive care within benchmarks for the two most vital wait time areas – cardiac care and radiation treatment for cancer.
“We are doing more surgeries than ever before in B.C.,” the health ministry says in a prepared statement. “In fiscal 2010/2011, there were approximately 514,000 surgeries done in B.C. – 26 per cent more than done in 2001/2002.” The ministry says that by adding more surgeries each year, increasing the number of surgeons and helping physicians manage their wait lists better, “we have been able to maintain a relatively flat level of growth in our waiting lists and wait times, despite the continual growing demand for these services.” Patient-focused funding is “another reason for our success,” the ministry says, and states an additional 36,000 patients received surgical and diagnostic care and an additional 67,000 emergency department patients were seen within targeted wait times in the first round of funding. A new regional online tool was launched by Fraser Health last week as well, to help pair waiting patients with available surgeons – www.fraserhealth.ca/surgery
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Steady demand for homes in B.C. Greater Vancouver market balanced, real estate board says Black Press NOVEMBER property sales in the Fraser Valley were up slightly compared to last year and didn’t experience the usual monthover-month seasonal
decline, according to the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board. The board processed 1,120 sales in November, an increase of three per cent compared to the same month last year,
but a decrease of two per cent compared to 1,139 sales in October. In the past decade, the FVREB noted, sales decreased on average by nine per cent from October to November.
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The Two Second Rule Rear end collisions are distance behind the vehicle one of the major categories in front, of well over a of automobile collisions. hundred feet, or ďŹ guratively, They appear to account about seven or eight car for around 10% of the lengths (a “car lengthâ€? total number of collisions being notionally, about 15 in provinces such as Nova feet). At highway speeds, Scotia, and up to 30% or this distance should double. more of the total collisions Even on casual in North America generally. observation, it is clear Cedric Hughes Barrister & Solicitor The higher number almost that we do not generally www.roadrules.ca certainly applies to British maintain safe driving Columbia, particularly the BC lower mainland. distances. We just sail along, hoping for the best. Rear end collisions have come under a lot of Under ideal conditions, and at the relatively scrutiny over the years. The general assumptions moderate speeds, something called the “two are that, for the most part, they are preventable, second ruleâ€? is a useful guideline for a driver to and except in very unusual circumstances; the maintain a minimal distance between vehicles. The driver of the striking vehicle is at fault. concept is: Some exceptions to attributing fault to the • Pick a large object – tree, sign, lamp-post. driver of the striking vehicle may be an erratic, • As the vehicle in front passes the object, unsafe lane change by the vehicle in front or the count down two seconds. vehicle in front reversing on the roadway. The key • If the chosen object is passed in less than consideration is whether the driver of the striking two seconds, you are too close to the vehicle vehicle had sufďŹ cient time to react and apply in front. brakes (brake reaction time), and to bring the • Under bad weather conditions, double the vehicle safely to a stop. countdown to four seconds. Brake reaction time varies signiďŹ cantly • On a highway four seconds should be among drivers. Some people can brake within considered a minimum. one second of detecting danger, while others So that the two second countdown does not in may take up to 3.5 seconds. Brake reaction time itself become a source of distraction, do not refer further varies depending on whether a driver, for to electronic devices. Count down verbally, “one instance, is emotionally unstable, sleep-deprived thousand one, one thousand twoâ€? etc. or medicated. Weather, road conditions, driver In Ireland, a government sponsored website distractions and prominence of the threat are encourages the countdown in terms of “Only a additional variables. fool breaks the two second ruleâ€?, which takes Traditionally, it has been accepted that 90% or about two seconds to recite. We do not like to so of drivers can detect a threat and apply brakes think of ourselves as fools, but with over 30% of within 2.5 seconds. Slightly less than two seconds crashes being easily avoidable, the statistics are an has also been presented as a standard assumption. embarrassing indictment. At 50 KMH (30 MPH) a vehicle is moving at ‌by Cedric Hughes, Barrister & Solicitor about 45 feet per second, or about 115 feet in 2.5 with regular weekly contributions from seconds. This means that a motorist in a stream Leslie McGufďŹ n, LL.B. of trafďŹ c moving at 50 KMH, should maintain a
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“November activity helped put our market ďŹ rmly in balanced territory.â€? Rosario Setticasi erty types,â€? said Sidhu. In November, the benchmark price of a detached home in the Fraser Valley was $532,086, an increase of 5.4 per cent compared to $504,848 in November 2010 and an increase of 0.3 per cent compared to October. For townhouses, the benchmark price in November was $327,764, an increase of 2.5 per cent compared to the same
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HST: B.C. wants extra time Province seeking extension to repay $1.6 billion by Tom Fletcher B.C. WILL LIKELY get extra time to repay the $1.6 billion transition fund it accepted when it implemented the Harmonized Sales Tax, federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty says. “It’s clear the money has to be repaid, and the government of British Columbia doesn’t question that,” Flaherty said at the end of a finance ministers’ meeting in Victoria Dec. 19. “Their view is that they’d like more time to repay it. It’s due at the end of March 2012. I had very good discussions with (B.C.) Finance Minister (Kevin) Falcon about
that, and I’m hopeful that we’ll be able to come to an agreement very soon, which would give the province some additional time to pay the total amount.” Falcon had little to say about the discussions. “We’ve always been clear that we are going to uphold our obligation under the agreement, and that’s to pay back the amount,” Falcon said. “And what we’re talking to Jim about is the terms of the agreement. Those conversations continue and I’m not going to negotiate that in public.” After B.C. voters rejected the HST in a referendum last sum-
mer, Falcon and Premier Christy Clark have discussed the terms of paying the money back. Clark confirmed last week that she had asked federal officials to consider forgiving some of the money because the HST will have been in effect for more than two years by the time it is repealed. The B.C. government has booked the repayment as a cost on its books for this year and next, pushing the provincial deficit up substantially. Falcon has committed to balancing the province’s budget by 2013, when the next B.C. election is scheduled. tfletcher@blackpress.ca
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ARTS The Newton Cultural Centre (13530 72 Ave.) is holding the In The Wild Art Show from Jan. 4-31, Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and weekends form 1-4 p.m. Featuring artists Audrey Bakewell (watercolour and acrylic) and Wendy Schmidt (wildlife). The opening reception is Jan. 7 from 1-4 p.m.
The City of Surrey and Anthem Properties invite expressions of interest from professional artists and artist teams for a garden sculpture. They envision a sculpture that responds to the passage of time, the seasons of life and the growth of the Fleetwood community. Project budget: $40,000. The deadline is Jan. 11. For details, visit www.surrey.ca/arts. See Public Art, Artist Calls.
DONATIONS DQ Chill & Grill (5630 152 St.) is collecting toys for Hyland House, an emergency shelter run by Options Community Services Society in Newton. Hyland House Program Manager Peter Fedos says there are dozens of families who would benefit from the winter campaign. Those who donate toys will get discounts off Dairy Queen products. For more information, call 604-5758330.
North Delta Secondary School (11447 82 Ave.) needs your help to make its musical production of Aladdin come alive. The school is in need of gently used saris, Indian suits and/or Indian fabric and accessories for the play. All donations will be greatly appreciated and acknowledged. Rehearsals are ongoing for the February production. Please email singlin@deltasd.bc.ca
EVENTS The 45+ Singles New Year’s Eve Dance takes
place Dec. 31 at Star of the Sea Hall, 15262 Pacific Ave., White Rock. Doors open at 6 p.m. and dinner is at 6:30 p.m. The Grand Star Band plays from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tickets are $65 for dinner/dance or $55 for dancing only (8 p.m. on). Tickets are $10 off if you book before Dec. 21. Call Joy at 778-9385702.
White Rock Elks are hosting a New Year’s Eve party at 1469 George St. Music by Fyne Tuned. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Bring pot luck finger food. Tickets ($15/20) include champagne at midnight. For more information, call 604-538-4016 or visit www. whiterockelks.ca
INFORMATION Answers for basic computer, Internet and email questions are available on Fridays and Saturdays starting Jan. 13 at the George Mackie Library, 8440 – 112 Street, North Delta. Internet One-toOne is offered in English, Punjabi or Hindi. Book your appointment by visiting or calling the Information Desk at 604-594-8155.
in the parking lot of the school at 16060 108 Ave. Also, for a minimum $20 donation, a representative will come to your house and pick your tree up for chipping. Email mail fhss_fundraiser@hotmail. ca if you wish to have your tree picked up, or simply drop off your Christmas tree at the parking lot by donation.
DATEBOOK Submissions for Datebook should be emailed to newsroom@surreyleader.com. Datebook runs in print most Tuesdays and Thursdays – with more events available online 24/7. St Matthew’s Parish (16079 88 Ave.) is hosting a treechipping fundraiser on Jan. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Jan. 8 from 12-4 p.m. By donation. Proceeds will go to the Knights of Columbus.
TREE CHIPPING Surrey Firefighters will be on hand to chip and recycle your trees at their 27th-annual Chip-In on Dec. 31 from 12-5 p.m. at Newton Athletic Park (7400 128 Street.) Please ensure your tree is free of wires, decorations and tree stands. By donation. All proceeds go to support Surrey Firefighter’s Charitable Society. For more information, call 604-5914203.
Adams Road Elementary PAC will be holding their second-annual tree chipping and bottle drive fundraiser on Jan. 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the school at 18228 82 Ave. Chipping by donation. Partial proceeds will help support a local Cloverdale family with a terminally ill child (Kade) while they are unable to work so they can spend as
much time with their son as possible. Any gift cards or extra cash donations will be given directly to the family.
Emmanuel Covenant Church is holding a Christmas tree chipping and bottle drive on Jan. 2 and 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 17029 16 Ave. By donation. For more information, call 604-535-0748 or visit www. emmanuelcovenant.ca
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The Delta Scottsdale Lions will hold their 21st annual Christmas Tree Chip on Jan. 7 and 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sungod Arena, 7825 112 St. Donations will go to the Lions community projects, such as high school scholarships, the BC Lions Society, Reach Child and Youth Development Society and more. For more information, call 604-5946144.
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MUSIC The South Surrey / White Rock Ukulele Circle meets Dec. 31 from 2-4 p.m. at Semiahmoo House Society, 15306 24 Ave. Visitors can come and just listen or sing without instruments or just play. For more information, email Braden Deans at bdeans@gmail.com
Bolivar Heights Community Association and Surrey Slopitch are hosting their second-annual Christmas tree chipping fundraiser on Jan. 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bolivar Park parking lot, 13290 115 Ave. Donations of non-perishable food items for the Surrey Food Bank will be accepted, as will beverage containers for recycling.
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Swimmers are out of the water by 1:05 p.m. There are raffles and prizes for participants. All of Delta’s municipal recreation centres are offering free swim, skate and weight room workouts on Jan. 1. Food bank donations are appreciated. Meanwhile, White Rock Lions Club’s Polar Bear Swim takes place at 12 noon at the White Rock on White Rock beach. Registration begins at 10 a.m.
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Public Hearing - January 10, 2012 The Municipal Council of The Corporation of Delta will hold a Public Hearing, in accordance with the Local Government Act, to consider the following proposed projects and related applications: Date: Tuesday, January 10, 2012 Time: 7:00 p.m. Place: Council Chamber Delta Municipal Hall 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2 A Council meeting is scheduled to immediately follow this Public Hearing in the event Council wishes to give further consideration to any projects at that time. Additional Information Additional information, copies of the bylaws, supporting staff reports, and any relevant documentation may be inspected until January 10, 2012. Municipal Hall: Community Planning and Development Department Website: www.corp.delta.bc.ca Email: com-pln-dev@corp.delta.bc.ca Phone: 604.946.3380 Hours: 8:00 am to 4:45 pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:00 am to 8:00 pm Thursday Please note that the Municipal Hall will be closed for the holidays on December 23, 2011, December 26, 2011, December 27, 2011 and January 2, 2012. ▼ Project No. 1 Application for Development Variance Permit (File No. LU006401) Location: 11670 79A Avenue, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 1. Applicant: Kinder Senghera Telephone: 778.855.3010 Proposal: Application for Development Variance Permit in order to allow retention of an existing front entranceway porch and an existing second-storey laundry room addition. Development Variance Permit LU006401 To vary “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” as follows: 1. Section 305A(1) by increasing the maximum permitted projection into the front setback area from 1.2 m to 1.49 m in order to allow retention of the front entranceway porch; and 2. Section 642 by reducing the west side setback from 2.07 m to 1.3 m in order to allow retention of the second storey laundry room addition. Staff Contact: Robin Pallett – 604.946.3355 MAP NO. 1 Web Location: December 12, 2011 Regular Council FILE NO. LU006401 Meeting Agenda Item A.14 ▼ Project No. 2 Application for Official Community Plan Amendment, Rezoning and Development Variance Permit (File No. LU006308) Location: 11750 84 Avenue, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 2. Applicant: Juggy Pallan Telephone: 604.946.9842 Proposal: Application for Official Community Plan Amendment, Rezoning and Development Variance Permit in order to permit subdivision and development of two single family residential lots. “The Corporation of Delta Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3950, 1985” Amendment Bylaw No. 7012 To amend the land use designation for the subject property in Schedule C.1 North Delta Area Plan from SFR – Single Family Residential to ISF – Infill Single Family. “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7013 To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from RM1 Multiple Family (Duplex) Residential to RS7 Single Family (335 m2) Residential. Development Variance Permit LU006308 MAP NO. 2 To vary “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” as follows: FILE NO. LU006308 1. Sections 305(a) and (b) by reducing the front setback averaging requirements to 6.5 m from between 10 m and 12.2 m for Lot 1, and to 6.5 m from between 8.3 m and 12.7 m for Lot 2; and 2. Section 914(6) by reducing the minimum building setback from the centre line of 84 Avenue from 21 m to 16.5 m for proposed Lots 1 and 2. Staff Contact: Nancy McLean – 604.952.3814 Web Location: December 12, 2011 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item A.06 ▼ Project No. 3 Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit (File No. LU006132) Location: 9 English Bluff Road, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 3. Applicant: Brian G. Hart & Company Telephone: 604.537.4743 Proposal: Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit in order to allow subdivision and development of two single family lots. “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7011 To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning the subject property from RS1 Single Family Residential to RS4 Single Family (610 m2) Residential. The Corporation of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta BC V4K 3E2 www.corp.delta.bc.ca
Development Variance Permit LU006132 To vary “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” as follows: 1. Section 305 by reducing the front setback averaging requirements to 6.5 m from 10.16 m for proposed Lot 1 and from 8.23 m for proposed Lot 2. 2. Section 633A.2 by varying the maximum height to the roof ridge of the principal building from 9.5 m to 10.5 m for both lots. 3. Section 633A.1 by varying the maximum number of storeys for the principal building from 2 ½ storeys to 3 storeys for both lots. Staff Contact: Susan Elbe – 604.946.3389 Web Location: October 24, 2011 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.02
MAP NO. 3 FILE NO. LU006132 ▼ Project No. 4 Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit (File No. LU006313) Location: 5514 and 5530 52 Avenue, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 4. Applicant: Lentel Construction Co. Ltd. Telephone: 604.250.1496 Proposal: Application for Rezoning and Development Variance Permit in order to allow subdivision of the two subject properties into five single family residential lots for development. “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 6998 To rezone the subject properties from RS2 Single Family (0.40 ha) Residential to RS7 Single Family (335 m2) Residential. Development Variance Permit LU006313 To vary the front setback averaging requirements in Section 305 of the “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” from between 6 m and 8.3 m to 7.4 m for all five proposed lots. Staff Contact: Barry Konkin – 604.946.3334 Web Location: October 17, 2011 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item E.05 MAP NO. 4 ▼ Project No. 5 Application for Official Community Plan FILE NO. LU006313 Amendment, Rezoning and Development Variance Permit (File No. LU006147) Location: 11142 River Road, as shown outlined in bold on MAP NO. 5. Applicant: Northmark Construction Ltd. Telephone: 604.598.9928 Proposal: Application for Official Community Plan Amendment, Rezoning and Development Variance Permit in order to allow subdivision of the subject property into six single family bare land strata lots for development and one environmentally protected lot. “The Corporation of Delta Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3950, 1985” Amendment Bylaw No. 7025 To amend “The Corporation of Delta Official Community Plan Bylaw No. 3950, 1985” by retaining the existing land use designations but changing the areas to which they apply “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” Amendment Bylaw No. 7026 To amend “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” by rezoning that portion of the site which is to be developed for single family residential uses from RS1 Single Family Residential to RS7 Single Family (335 m2) Residential. MAP NO. 5 FILE NO. LU006147 Development Variance Permit LU006147 To vary “Delta Zoning Bylaw No. 2750, 1977” as follows: 1. Section 632D by reducing the minimum rear setback from 9 m to 7.5 m on proposed Lot 1; 2. Section 636D by reducing the minimum average lot depth for subdivision from 30 m to 26.35 m for proposed Lot 1; and 3. Section 636D by reducing the minimum lot width for Lot 5 from 11 m to 10.9 m. To vary “Delta Subdivision and Development Standards Bylaw No. 5100, 1994” by waiving road improvements on Knudson Road for the portion of the site subject to environmental protection. Staff Contact: Susan Elbe – 604.946.3389 Web Location: December 12, 2011 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Item A.05 Any persons who believe that their interest in property will be affected by the proposed projects shall be given an opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing on matters contained in the bylaws and/or proposed by the applications. Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to communicate to Council in advance of the Public Hearing, you can write to: Mayor and Council The Corporation of Delta 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent Delta, BC V4K 3E2 Fax: 604.946.3390 Email: mayor-council@corp.delta.bc.ca To be considered, correspondence must be received by the Office of the Municipal Clerk no later than 4:30 p.m. on January 10, 2012. Please note that Council may not receive further submissions from the public or interested persons concerning any project after the Public Hearing has concluded.
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Clockwise from left: Softball athlete Kassandra Kaulius is killed by an alleged drunk driver; the first memorial walk for Laura Szendrei takes place in North Delta. A flash mob arrives for a dance at Central City Shopping Centre; and protesters occupy the construction site of the South Fraser Perimeter Road.
Riots, murders and elections 2011 wasn’t a snoozer when it came to news stories and epic events Municipal matters IN JANUARY, Ava and Samantha Keddie, two twin 20-month-old girls, are burned badly in a home fire in a Cedar Hills apartment. Ava later dies from her injuries. Two brothers, Sam and Mike Gallant, are credited for getting the two girls out of the burning suite. IN MARCH, the City of Surrey sues a
former planner, alleging he misappropriated funds and used them to buy a $624,000 home in North Delta. Police later charge Akonyu Akolo for fraud in relation to the missing funds. ALSO IN March, Surrey vows a
crackdown after it’s discovered it cost more than $800,000 in the previous year to clean up trash dumped in Surrey neighbourhoods. The amount is equivalent to the annual taxes on eight city blocks. Surrey embarks on an education program and use of closed circuit TV cameras in dumping hot spots.
arrival of Bush is met with calls for his arrest for alleged war crimes.
SPEAKING AT the annual general
meeting of the Delta Chamber of Commerce in March, Mayor Lois Jackson reports $34 million in major infrastructure projects is completed, or nearly completed, with $23 million in federal and provincial stimulus funding and municipal resources. Among the 12 projects: Delta Archives and Reading Room; Sungod Recreation Centre expansion; new Delta gymnastics facility; dike upgrades; East Delta pump station; 80 Street overpass; 82 Avenue revitalization; and three flood protection projects.
IN NOVEMBER, Surrey Mayor Dianne Watts and her Surrey First team sweep city council and take all but two slots on school board. It is believed to be the first time in history Surrey has had an unopposed council. In Delta, Mayor Lois Jackson easily wins her fifth term in office.
Courts and crime IN JANUARY, former TV reporter Ron Bencze is charged with five child sex charges. In April, police increase the number of charges to nine and the next month, he pleads not guilty to the charges. A preliminary enquiry is scheduled in January 2012.
IN APRIL, Surrey completes a long-
awaited eco-study that will act as a blueprint for the protection of green spaces and habitats for years to come. Some environmental groups have concerns with the mapping and that it put ecosystems on the same footing as development. IN MAY, the NDP’s “Orange Crush”
sweeps through Surrey and Delta as the party steals a seat from both the Liberals and the Conservatives. On May 2, NDP’s Jinny Sims knocks
Left: Curlers Kelley Law (top) and Kelly Scott compete in January. Treyson Cerrato of the Surrey Gymnastics Society competes on the rings in Guildford. out Liberal Sukh Dhaliwal and the left-leaning party also installs Jasbir Sandhu, who displaces Conservative Dona Cadman. IN JULY, Mayor Dianne Watts breaks
Police were kept busy throughout the year.
her back in a horseback riding accident. Watts is vacationing with her family in Kamloops when the horse she is riding begins to gallop. Watts is tossed up, and lands hard in the saddle, causing a compression fracture to two of her vertebrae. IN SEPTEMBER, Surrey learns that
a company flipped a property after winning zoning for a casino. Boardwalk Gaming sold the 7093 King George Boulevard property to Gateway Casino and Entertainment after winning rezoning at a conten-
tious public hearing. The promise to invest $25 million in the property dies with the sale. FIRING BACK at public criticism over the sorry state of North Delta, particularly the Scott Road corridor, the municipality releases figures in September detailing its investment in the community and the increased value of housing. Council announces it has spent more than $110 million in capital projects since 2000. At the same time, Delta unveils its “Invest North Delta program to improve the Scott Road corridor. IN OCTOBER, former U.S. presidents
George Bush and Bill Clinton arrive in Surrey to address the Surrey Regional Economic Summit. The
IN FEBRUARY, Police make an arrest
in the Laura Szendrei murder. Police announce they arrested an 18-year-old and charged him with the murder of 15-year-old Laura at George Mackie Park in Delta on Sept. 23, 2010. KYLE BERKSON is found guilty in
February of sneaking into a nineyear-old girl’s bedroom and assaulting her in April 2010. Prosecutors are in the process of classifying him as a dangerous offender in light of his other past offences. ALSO IN February, Mukhtiar Panghali is found guilty in for the murder of his pregnant wife. In the fall, he appeals his second-degree murder conviction. Manjit Panghali, a 31-year-old Surrey elementary school teacher, was killed in 2006. Mukhtiar Panghali was sentenced to mandatory life imprisonment with
Thursday, December 29, 2011 Surrey/North Delta Leader 21 no possibility of parole for 15 years. A date for the appeal is pending. IN APRIL, Devon Allaire-Bell,19, is
stabbed and killed at while playing soccer with a buddy at Frank Hurt Secondary School. The two are approached by five Indo-Canadian males and get into a verbal dispute. One of the five pulls a knife, stabbing both Devon and his friend. GARY JOHNSTON is found guilty
of the 1998 murder of trucker Vic Fraser in the Bridgeview neighbourhood. In April the killer is sentenced to life with no parole for 17 years. SOFTBALL ATHLETE Kassandra
Kaulius, 22, is killed at 64 Avenue and 152 Street. Kaulius is driving home after a softball practice at 10 p.m. on May 3, when her car is t-boned by a woman who is believed to have been drinking. The Kaulius family makes public calls for stiffer drunk driving laws. IN JUNE, Surrey senior Sebastiano Damin is convicted of second-degree murder of his wife, Maria Catroppa. Damin stabbed his 69-year-old wife more than 100 times in 2009. He received a mandatory life sentence with no chance of parole for 10 years. IN JULY, Ravinder Kaur Bhangu is working at the Sach Di Awaaz newspaper when a man enters with at least one knife and stabs her to death. Her husband, Manmeet Singh, is later arrested and charged with first-degree murder. Singh is due back in court in March 2012. ALSO IN July, a teen is convicted of
manslaughter in the stabbing death of Surrey dad Sam McGowan. He apologizes in court in December, saying he is “disgusted” with his behaviour and will regret his actions for the rest of his life. The teen will be sentenced in the new year.
IN SEPTEMBER, 19-year-old Maple
IN SEPTEMBER, five years after
Batalia is gunned down in the parkade adjoining Simon Fraser University. Batalia left a late-night study session at the school and was shot multiple times at about 1:10 a.m.
making his Major League Baseball debut, Adam Loewen is called up from the minor leagues by the Toronto Blue Jays.
are found to hail from outlying cities. By November, Vancouver Police are recommending charges against an initial batch of 60 suspects, one-third of whom are from Surrey.
IN OCTOBER, Surrey United women
IN JULY, TRANSLINK unveils a series
hoist the Jubilee Trophy after six days of competition in Brossard, Quebec. They are already eight-time provincial champions.
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of options for eventually extending rapid transit in Surrey, dangling the possibility of light rail or bus rapid transit lines connecting White Rock and Langley. SkyTrain technology options are also on the list, but Surrey council members say they favour a light rail system. The most ambitious options would cost in excess of $2 billion, but would be many years away and dependent on TransLink getting more funding.
IN SEPTEMBER, teachers province-
IN AUGUST, B.C. voters reject the
wide begin job action, refusing A couple takes photos of the to do administrative-type duties. post-Stanley Cup mayhem in Non-union staff in Surrey and downtown Vancouver. Delta are forced to monitor school grounds and when students receive spray forces the building to be temfirst-term report cards, they’re blank except for teacher names, classes and porarily cleared, the meeting goes ahead. Members of the ousted group attendance. The labour dispute is are suspended from the school ongoing. and say the process was flawed and unfair. They vow they’ll take the IN SEPTEMBER, Surrey school trustmatter to court. ees agree to phase out bottled water at school and district events and promote the benefits of tap water. The region
IN OCTOBER, the region’s mayors
IN NOVEMBER, Surrey’s Liza Bel-
court is found guilty of conspiring with two other men to have her former spouse, Richard Noniewicz, killed. She is to be sentenced in February.
Arts IN APRIL, Delta author Gurjinder
Basran wins a B.C. Book Prize award for her novel Everything Was Goodbye. IN AUGUST, Bassoonist George
Zukerman, Lucille Lewis, conductor and Surrey Youth Symphony conductor, painter and mixed media artist Sheila Symington, Ed Milaney, performer and arts advocate, and longtime community booster Bonnie Burnside are named at 2011 Surrey Civic Treasures.
Sports IN JANUARY, for several days, Kelly
Scott is second-best to Kelley Law. But the defending provincial champion from Kelowna finds a way to win the Scotties B.C. Women’s Curling championships at the Cloverdale Curling Club.
IN NOVEMBER, Billy Greene is named winner of the Hec Crighton Trophy, awarded annually to the best player in Canadian university football.
IN OCTOBER, the Surrey School Dis-
18-year-old North Delta resident, wins four consecutive victories for a gold medal in judo at the Canada Winter Games in Halifax.
trict finally receives money to build new school space. The provincial government announces more than $102 million to expand two local high schools, build two new elementary schools and buy land for four future schools. The district hadn’t received new school funding since 2005, leaving 250-plus portables in Surrey.
IN JUNE, former minor hockey and
IN NOVEMBER, chaos erupts at
IN FEBURARY, Cohen Hocking, an
BC Major Midget League teammates Tyler Wotherspoon and Laurent Brossoit are claimed by the Calgary Flames at the National Hockey League (NHL) entry draft in Minneapolis.
Kwantlen Polytechnic University as about 350 students attend a special meeting to impeach Kwantlen Student Association members elected earlier in the year. After the fire alarm is pulled twice and pepper
DELAYS IN B.C.’S congested court
system intensifies in 2011 and the provincial government rejects initial calls for an emergency cash infusion. The number of criminal cases at risk of being thrown out due to excessive delays grows throughout the year. The issue hits a new crisis in June when the province cuts the number of sheriffs providing court security. IN JUNE, RIOTERS go on the rampage
in downtown Vancouver, torching cars and looting stores, in the wake of the Vancouver Canucks’ loss to the Boston Bruins in the Stanley Cup final. Soon after, the perpetrators are outed in photos and videos posted on social media and many
Harmonized Sales Tax by a 55-percent margin in a mail-in vote over the summer. The provincial government pledges to return to the former provincial sales tax, but indicates it will be a complex process taking up to 18 months. The referendum result is hailed as a victory for people power but it brings new uncertainty for many businesses, which must switch back to PST accounting systems. approve a two-cent-per-litre increase in the TransLink gas tax in April to ensure the Evergreen Line to Coquitlam proceeds and for other transit upgrades. The provincial government also passes legislation enabling the increase. IN NOVEMBER, a court ruling overturns part of the new stiffer penalty system against drunk drivers that government officials have credited with reducing fatalities. THE YEAR ends on a tragic note as a
flurry of shootings over Christmas leaves three dead and one injured in Surrey, and a fourth victim dead in Langley. Police say the incidents are not gang related.
Clockwise from top left: Surrey United’s Andrew Proctor (left) and Diaz Kambere of ICST Pegasus battle for the Imperial Cup soccer trophy; Devon Allaire-Bell’s parents, Cynthia Allaire-Bell and Wayne Bell, grieve the loss of their son after his murder near Frank Hurt Secondary School on the Easter weekend; Christy Clark is acclaimed as B.C.’s new premier after Gordon Campbell resigns; and a sawmill fire in North Surrey causes millions of dollars in damage.
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Bruno was born in Sokal, Poland (now Sokal, Ukraine). His father passed away when he was young and to assist his mother he sacrificed his education to perform heavy farm labour. This experience impacted him greatly and throughout his life he was a staunch advocate for education. After the German invasion of Poland in 1939 Bruno was sent to a farm to work as a labourer through to the end of the Second World War. He immigrated to Canada in 1948 and began employment soon after with the Canadian National Railway. Bruno was stationed for most of his work career at the Port Mann yard and he remained a dutiful employee for over thirty-eight years. He met his wife Lena in 1953 and they were wed the following year. Bruno and Lena welcomed two sons into the world, Barry and Frank. They were fiercely proud of their children and instilled in them a strong work ethic and a great sense of responsibility. Bruno was a fun loving man who enjoyed old country music and dancing. He was a devoted member of Our Lady of Good Council Catholic Church in Whalley, B.C. for forty years and a valued member of the Surrey chapter of the Knights of Columbus. He was highly regarded for his generous spirit, his extensive volunteer support to the church and the Knights, and his aggressive efforts to support building upgrades and new building initiatives for the church. Bruno was extremely proud of the many accomplishments of his five grandchildren: Trent, Clark, Danika, Paige and Evan. He is survived by his wife Lena, sons Barry (Deirdre) and Frank (Lynda), five grandchildren, and extended family. The Dudzik family would like to thank Dr. A. Chafe, the staff at Menno Home in Abbotsford and Abbotsford Hospital for their excellent care. Evening prayers for Bruno will take place at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 29th at the Avalon Surrey Funeral Home at 13288-108 Avenue in Surrey (Whalley). Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of Good Council Catholic Church on 10460-140th Street in Surrey at 11:00 a.m. Friday, Dec. 30th. Reception to follow in the Mary Help Centre. Interment at Valley View Cemetery, 14644-72 Ave. Surrey. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations being made to the Alzheimer’s Society of B.C. Condolences may be forwarded to the family through www.avalonsurrey.com
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One of the sunniest regions in BC’s Lower Mainland, Delta embraces three unique communities – Ladner, North Delta and Tsawwassen. The Corporation of Delta is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and share in our commitment to lead the way in public service excellence.
FIREFIGHTERS Delta Fire & Emergency Services is looking to establish an eligibility list of qualified Firefighters in anticipation of future vacancies. The minimum requirements for consideration are successful completion of NFPA 1001, Levels 1 and 2 and/or service as a professional Firefighter. Please refer to our website for detailed information on additional requirements and preferred qualifications, as well as an overview of the selection process. Interested candidates may pick up a Firefighter Application Form from the Human Resources Department or download one from the employment section of our website at www.deltafire.ca Completed application forms and supporting documentation must be received in our office by 4:30 pm, Thursday, January 12, 2012 quoting Competition 103/11EX. We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those under consideration will be contacted. The Corporation of Delta • Human Resources 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta, BC V4K 3E2 employment@corp.delta.bc.ca • Tel: 604.946.3246 www.deltafire.ca
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Advertising Sales Consultant The Award-Winning Outlook newspaper has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time sales person. The successful candidate must have the ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service. The winning candidate will be a team player and will be called upon to grow an existing account list with an aggressive cold calling mandate. The ability to work in an extremely fast-paced environment with a positive attitude is a must. The candidate will have two years of sales experience, preferably in the advertising industry. The position offers a great work environment with a competitive salary, commission plan and strong benefits package. The Outlook is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest independent print media company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers across Canada and the United States. Please submit your resume with cover letter by Friday, January 20, 2012. To: Publisher, The Outlook publisher@northshoreoutlook.com fax: 604 903-1001 #104 – 980 West 1st Street North Vancouver, BC V7P 3N4
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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
SANDWICH ARTISTS ALL SHIFTS Boundary & Lougheed Subway - Call Banreet 778-893-3457 No experience necessary. Uniform and training provided. 1 free meal included daily.
Please No Calls Between 11:30 - 1:30PM
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MEDICAL/DENTAL
NEW WALK-IN MEDICAL CENTRE Dr. A. Golshan, Inc. Officially opening full-time Jan. 6th, 2012 Several dates in Dec. 8th, 14th, 20th,27th. Mon-Fri 10 AM - 4 PM, Wednesday 7 AM - noon. Corner of Scott Rd. and 88th Ave (next to Taco Bell/KFC and Wescana Pharmacy) 604-598-8663
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Action Carpet & Furn. Cleaning Special pkg $79. Call 604-945-5801
MODEL/TALENT AGENCIES
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SANDWICH ARTISTS Westwood / Lougheed ALL SHIFTS, F/T & P/T
MOVIE EXTRAS ! Families, Kids, Tots & Teens!!
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RenoMan. Laminate floor & Tile SPECIALIST. Deck & Stairs repair Kitch & Bath, Drywall, Patching & Taping. All Big and small Jobs. Many years of exp. 604-728-3849
ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
BEST HAND IN TOWN. Hot Oil. 10am - 10pm. 10077 Whalley Blvd. 604-719-5628
No experience necessary. Uniform and training provided. 1 free meal included daily.
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SUBWAY. Call Arvick 604-512-0103
CONCRETE & PLACING
Concrete Lifting Specialist
Bonniecrete Const Ltd Free Est & Warranties D House & Garage Floors D Driveways D Patios, etc. D Raise to Proper Height D Eliminate Trip Spots D Provide Proper Drainage
Give the Gift of Music!
MEDICAL/DENTAL
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Gift certificates available for Piano, Guitar & Kindermusik classes (Pre-School Music and Movement classes) at NUVO MUSIC SCHOOL in Morgan Creek.
Over 25 yrs exp.
Ross 604D535D0124
UNIQUE CONCRETE DESIGN
$1000
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F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured
175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS
778-231-9675, 778-231-9147 FREE ESTIMATES
EDUCATION
251 DRAFTING AND DESIGN
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Kristy 604.488.9161
• Mechanical / Structural • Architectural / Home Renos. • Preliminary & Final Plans
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DRYWALL
A Call to Vern. Free Est. Drywall, Reno & Texture Specialist, Painting.
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
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HELP WANTED
CARRIERS NEEDED IN DELTA Please Call
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UPCOMING AVAILABLE ROUTES ROUTE# PAPERS AREA DESCRIPTION 1-01 1-05 2-10 2-14 4-02 4-04 4-07 5-06 5-10 7-10 7-12 7-13 7-16 8-01 23-01 23-02 23-11
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Blake Dr - York Cres, 72 Ave Westview Dr - Huff Bvld,Westview Pl - Southridge Rd Filey Dr - 112 St, 74A Ave - 75 Ave Blake Dr - 112 St, 72 Ave - 73A Ave Lyon Rd - Ryall Cres, Huff Bvld - Newport Pl Cherry Ln - Stoney Cres, Faber Cres - Lyon Rd 108A St - 110 St, 64 Ave - Lawrie Cres Wiltshire Bvld - 108 St, 80 Ave - Hermosa Dr Westside Dr - Modesto Dr,Wiltshire Bvld 118 St - 119A St, 92 Ave - 94 Ave 114 St - 116 St, 90 Ave - 92 Ave 117 St - 119A St, 90A Ave - 92 Ave 112 St - 115 St, 88 Ave - 90 Ave River Rd - 112 St, 90 Ave - 92A Ave 120 St - 121 St, 99 Ave - 101A Ave 121 St - 123A St, 100A Ave - 103A Ave Queens Pl - Princess Dr, 96 Ave - 97 Ave
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IN SURREY
ELECTRICAL
#1 QUALITY WORK, Big or sm. Exp. Electrician avail. Reas.rates.604-773-0341. Lic#9902
ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING
J. KANG & ASSOCIATES
HELP WANTED
CARRIERS NEEDED
604-777-5046
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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PSB DRYWALL ★ All Boarding, Taping, Framing & Texture. Insured work. Call Parm (604) 762-4657
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☛ Bookkeeping & Payroll ☛ Full Cycle Accounting ☛ Personal & Corporate Returns Small Businesses Welcome! Certified Management Accountant of 20 years.
GARDENING
JAPANESE STYLE yard care. Clean-Up, Fencing, Rubbish & Snow Removal. 604-502-9198
604.512.1872
.Jim’s Moving Winter Service
WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $125 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $145. Free delivery in Surrey. 604-856-8877
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
604-583-1004
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BEAUT BATHROOM & KITCHEN Plumbing + Drywall + Elect. + Tubs & Showers & Sinks + Toilets & Tile + floors + countertop + painting. Sen disc. Work Guar. 21 yrs exp. Call Nick 604-230-5783, 604-581-2859.
CLEANING SERVICES
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
ADDITIONS, Renovations & New Construction. Concrete Forming & Framing Specialist. 604.218.3064
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MOA REQUIRED FOR A VERY BUSY WALK-IN CLINIC IN LANGLEY. Perm P/T position afternoons and weekends only. EMR experience an asset. Contact kathi@glovermedical.com
EDUCATION
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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APPLIANCE REPAIRS
Dawn Appliance Service. (Sry) Fast in-home repairs, all makes & models Certif’d tech. 1 Yr parts & labour warr. 7 days/24 hrs. 604-512-5936
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627 ▲ Joes External Roof Cleaning Roof Washing Specialist. Gutter & Window Cleaning. * Fully Insured * Licensed * Bonded 21 yrs. exp. Joe 778-773-5730
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152 St - 156 St, 80A Ave - 82 Ave 136B St - 138 St, 70 Ave - 72 Ave 150 St - 151B St, 85A Ave - Weston Pl 140 St - 141 St, 86A Ave - 88 Ave 140 St -- 141B St, 84 Ave - 86A Ave 122A St - 123A St, 66 Ave - 68 Ave 126 St - 127B St, 68 Ave - 71 Ave 134 St - King George Bvld, 78A Ave - 80 Ave 127 St - 128 St, 104 Ave - 107A Ave 123A St - 125 St, 102 Ave - 104 Ave 126 St - 128 St, 102 Ave - 104 Ave 126 St - 128 St, 96 Ave - 97A Ave 121 St - 122 St, 93A Ave - 96 Ave Prince Charles Bvld - 132 St, 91A Ave - Huntley Ave 152 St - 153A St, 94 Ave - 96 Ave Townhouses - 15860 82 Ave, 15959 82 Ave 150 St - 152 St, 88 Ave - Fraser Hwy 168 St - 172 St, 101 Ave - 104 Ave 157A St - 159B St, 112 Ave - 114 Ave 154 St - 156 St, 110 Ave - 112A Ave Hansen Rd - Kindersley Dr, Coventry Rd - Kalmar Rd 138 St - 140 St, 108 Ave - Antrim Rd 128 St - 130 St, 98A Ave - 100 Ave 132 St - 134 St, 98 Ave - 99A Ave 132 St - 133A St, 112 Ave - 114 Ave 133A St - 136 St, 112 Ave - 114 Ave
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KITCHEN CABINETS
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
PETS 477
PETS
QUICKWAY Kitchen Cabinets Ltd. ****Mention this ad for 10% Off **** Call Raman @ 604-561-4041.
YORKIE ckc reg.male 9 wk old micro chip,1st shots $1000.00 604857-0722 or 604-308-6893
DREAMING...
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
of a NEW CAREER?
Check out bcclassified.com’s Employment and Career Sections in the 100’s for information 604-575-5555
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MOVING & STORAGE
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555. ABBA MOVERS & DEL. Res/com 1-4 ton truck, 1 man $35/hr, 2 men from $45. Honest, bsmt clean up. 25 yrs of experience.604-506-7576
Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
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RECYCLE-IT! JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses
On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!
AFFORDABLE MOVING
604.587.5865
Local & Long Distance
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
RUBBISH REMOVAL
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604-537-4140 APARTMENT MOVERS 604-957-9524 Holiday Specal - Save 50% Dec. through Jan. 18th. Gov. assistance moves welcome. SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
3 rooms for $269, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com BESTWAY PAINTING & Decorating Int/Ext-Comm/Res. Crown Moldings & Wallpaper. John 778-881-6737
~ PRO PAINTERS ~ INTERIOR / EXTERIOR Quality Work, Free Estimates Member of Better Business Bureau
WCB INSURED
Vincent 543-7776
FREE SCRAP appliance & metal removal. I remove for FREE all over the Surrey area. Joe 778-319-1059
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005 AT PANORAMA PLUMBING, HEATING & GAS SERVICES. Jobs Small-Big, Res/Com 604-818-7801 www.panoramaplumbing.com
Haul Anything... 604.
220.JUNK(5865)
Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988
359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL LITTLE LOAD SPECIALIST. Sand & gravel delivered. Small orders welcome. Topsoil available. Call (604) 532-0662 days/eves.
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TILING
AN EXPERIENCED TILE SETTER Interior / Exterior Call BRUCE @ 604-583-4090 We always advertise with “THE LEADER”
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FUEL
BEST FIREWOOD 32nd Season & 37,000 Cust Deliv. Fully Seas. Maple, Birch, Alder 604-582-7095
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FURNITURE
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GARAGE SALES
BRIDGEVIEW FLEA MARKET Every Sunday, Year Round, 80 Vendors 7am-3pm, 11475-126a St. Sry. Info./Book Table 604-625-3208
TREE SERVICES
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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
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS New SRI.com 16x52 mobile home in Langley adult park. $114,900. Pet OK. Chuck 604-830-1960.
660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE
~ Certified Plumber ~ Reno’s and Repairs Furnace, Boilers, Hot Water Heat Plumbing Jobs ~ Reas rates
~ 604-597-3758 ~ FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. (604)596-2841
Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber
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APARTMENT/CONDO CEDAR COURT & CEDAR LODGE
CLEAN 1 & 2 BDRM SUITES (some w/ensuites) in Park-like setting. Cable, heat, & hot water incl. Laundry rest area on each floor.
604-588-8850 604-584-5233 www.rentersweek.com/view-cedars
Large 1 & 2 bedroom units Rent from $725.00/mo.
Phone: 604-581-8332 & 604-585-0063
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 CHIHUAHUA Pom X puppies. M & F. Vet checked. 1st shots. $600. each. 604-226-7314 Abbotsford. COCK A POO PUPPIES Family raised (2) Female, (2) male. $500. Ready to Go! (604)467-6643
High rise Units at d’Corize Close to SFU, Skytrain & Shopping. Across from new library & City Hall. Co-ed gym, men’s & women’s shower rooms, theater room, meeting rm, pool table, fob entry syst, undrgrnd gated prkg, wkend security guard, on site manager, 9’ ceilings, 6 top of the line appliances, granite counters, some units w/balcony. 2 bd $1195 920 sq’ avail now; (2) 1 bd + den $1050 793sq’ avail now; 1bd $850 543sq’ avail Jan 1; 1 bd $830 466 sq’ avail now. $200 fully refundable cash deposit required. 1 week early move-in.
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LINDA VISTA Motel Luxury Rooms w/cable, a/c & kitchens. 6498 King George Hwy. Mthly, Wkly & Daily Specials. 604-591-1171. Canadian Inn 6528 K.G.Hwy. 604-594-0010
748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION CEDAR HILLS. Lrg bdrm in quiet clean home. $400 incl utils, cable, shrd kit, lndry & bath. No parties. Walk to SkyTrain. Lrg bkyrd. Avail now. Call Carl 604-951-0146. SOUTH SURREY, rooms available. Full house privileges. No drugs. $400 + security. Call Jim 604-5757271 or 778-899-8095.
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CEDAR HILLS, 97/122. 2 bdrm newer house. Nr all amenits/SkyTrain. $700. NS/NP. 604-790-8076
CLAYTON Vill. 1400sf New 2 BD 5 appl, net, sat TV, hydro $1000. NS NP. Avl now. Lv.msg 778-574-3401 DELTA, 7445 Garfield Dr-Lrg 3 bdr bsmt n/s/n/p. lndry h/up. $1000+1/3 util. Avl now. 604-590-0772. FLEETWOOD - 2 bdrm bsmt suite in brand new beautiful subdivisionNr Frost Rd Elem. Holy Cross H.School, Surrey Sports & Leisure. Very clean. 2 yr old. Utils, cable & lndry inc. n/s, n/p. Avail. Jan 1st. $800/mo. (778)881-7635 FLEETWOOD, 2 BDRM, nr amen. & school. NS/NP. $650 incl utils & cbl. Avail now. (604)543-8146. FLEETWOOD 2 bedroom brand new suite utils incl $900 month call 604-828-5624
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CLOVERDALE BENBERG APTS. 17788 57 Ave. Senior building,1 & 2 bdrm suites avail now. Starting at $700 to $850/mo. 604-574-2078
N. DELTA, 11856-72nd Ave. 3 bdrm grd flr. $1000 Incl hydro, heat, W/D. Avail now. 604-329-7858.
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
NEWTON, 14427-68 Ave. 3 Bdrms 2 baths. Ground level. $900/mo incl hydro. Avail immed. NP/NS. 604-572-6585 or 604-807-8244. PANORAMA RIDGE 2 bdrm, clean, near amens/schools/parks, full bath, $650 incl util/cbl, ns/np Avail Jan 15. Must see. 604-961-5030
SURREY: 2 bdrm bsmt suite n/s. Avail. now. 604-727-5125
n/p,
SURREY, 2 bdrm, grnd lvl, clean & spacious, $600 incl utils & cable. Avail. now. NS/NP. (604)572-7980.
DELTA WEST
SURREY Bear Creek, avail immed. Lrg 1 bdrm, exc clean cond, brand new appls, ns/np. $500 incl cble & lndry. (604) 594-2464, 715-5152
6 bed/4 bath Panorama ridge house,part ocean view,landscaped yard, 2 car garage,RV parking, quiet street. sunridge dr ...call Glenn to view 778 928 8190
Surrey, FLEETWOOD. 156/89 A Ave. 2 bdrm suite. NOW. N/S. N/P. $700 incl. utils. 604-588-9685.
SOMERSET GARDENS (S. Sry) Family housing, 1851 Southmere Cres. E. 2bdrm appt. starts at $875. Pet friendly, nr all amen, heat, Community garden. 604-451-6676 SRY, GATEWAY 1BR+den, 9th flr 5 appl, rec room, u/g & bike prkg, gym, secure entry. $875/mo+util. NS/NP. Immed. 604-589-8285
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TOWNHOUSES
GUILDFORD GLEN 14860 101 A Ave. 2-3bdrm T/H. Family housing. Avail. Apr 1. $860-$985 Near all amen’s, bus stop. 604-451-6676.
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HOMES FOR RENT
CEDAR HILLS, 3/bdrms up, 1/bdrm down. 2 bthrms. Quiet area. N/P. Avail now. $1650/mo + utils. Call: 604-583-1130 or 604-328-8834. FLEETWOOD 156 St/81 Ave. Newer 4Br, 2level, 3baths, 5 appls, fenced yrd, alarm, near all amens, NS/NP. Avail now. 604-507-4807
RIVERSIDE GARDENS FAMILY COMPLEX 2 & 3 Bdrm T/Homes Move-In Allowance!! Fridge, stove, dishwasher (in most), drapes. Outdoor pool. Some pets welcome. Resident Manager. Close to bus, shopping, schools and parks. #36 - 5210 - 203 Street, Langley N. DELTA. Cougar Canyon Co-op is accepting applications for 2 bdrm T/H’s. $940.00. Nr schools, shops. Priv. yds, pet ok. $1900 share purchase and participation req. Send S.A.S.E. or P/U application at 6838 Nicholson Rd. V4E 3G5 or www.cougarcanyoncoop.com
NEWTON - Townhouse - 2 Bdrm unit available. - 5 applis, avail Jan. 1st. - from $985/mo Spacious Units, great park-like setting nr shops & bus. No pets.
BAYWEST Mgmt Corp.
To view 604-501-4413 OWN a 2 or 3 bedroom townhome w/$3300 down. Several UPDATED T/H in good areas w/fenced yds. laminate floors and 2 PETS OK. $1199/mo. + $250 mnt oac $42k comb’s income + 680 credit. Higher down pmt ($14,800 down), lower mtg ($866/mo), 600 credit to quality. QUICK DATES ok and several HOUSES also available. $976$1716/mo. $6350 - $24,250 down and $65k com’b income. Call Jodi Steeves, ReMax Treeland for details 604-833-5634. SURREY, 174 & 57th Ave. 2 Bdrm townhouse, $880, quiet family complex, no pets, call 604-576-9969. SURREY 6438 King George 2 bdrm townhouse, basement, $935, family complex, no pets, 604-501-2533 SURREY SUTTON PLACE 2 bdrm & 3 bdrms T/H. ($860-$900/mo) Family housing nr amens, transit, schools. Crime-free multi-housing. On site laundry. Call NOW 604-451-6676
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Refreshingly Clean Meticulously Maintained
5BD 4 bath up, 2 bd 1 bath down, 2 kitchens,garage.fenced yard. whole house for 2800.00..130th and 96 ave area call glenn at 778 928 8190
Call 604.946.1094
AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS
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CLOVERDALE. Updated 1 bdrm, $765 incl heat / ht.water / prkg. N/P. 604-576-1465 or 604-612-1960.
Bayside Property Services Ltd.
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SURREY 151A/68Ave. 1 Bdrm suite. $550/mo. Jan 1. NS/NP. 604-597-5822, 778-886-5737
NEWTON 128/76th. 3 bdrm lower unit in quiet 4-plex, 1000 sf. All new flooring. lndry. F/P. N/S. $1150 incl util. Avail. immed. 604-560-0652.
NORWEGIAN ELKHOUND pups. Registered, micro chipped, 1st shots. Ready now. 604-823-2259 mitzvig@hotmail.ca
TRANSPORTATION
SURREY 140/64 new 2 bdrm lower, incls util, gas f/p, d/w, Jan.1, $850. Np/Ns, no laundry 778-863-2090
CLOVERDALE. SHERWOOD APT. 5875-177B St. 1 bdrm - $775, 2 bdrm - $950. Lndry facility. NP/NS. Avail immed. LEASE. Member of Surrey Crime free Multi-Housing Program. Call Lloyd at : 604-575-1608. ascentpm.com
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Call 604-532-2036
SUITES, LOWER
NEWTON 143A/71A. 2 bdr + den. Newer paint, 2 car prk. n/sn/p. nr bus. $650 incl util 604-543-6397
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Spacious 1 bedroom
604-501-4417
An effective way to build your business. Phone 604-575-5555 752
MOTELS, HOTELS
FRASER HEIGHTS. 2 b/r, 1 bath basement suite for $850/month. N/p & N/s, call (604) 588-1774 for info.
CLOVERDALE Apts: 1 Bdrm $750; Incl heat, h/w & prkg. N/P. Secure bldg. Lndry facilities. 604-576-8230
Balcony, rent incl heat & h/w. Prkg avail. Refs req’d, N/P
2 & 3 bedrooms
$1200 - $1300/m
Quiet, Clean & Spacious 2.5 bath, patio, storage, d/w, w/d, f/p, N/S, N/P, 2-car garage, next to high school. Avail. Now!!
Atira Property Rentals
SURREY CENTRAL. 1 Bdrm apt. Available now. N/P. $700/mo. Call: 778-317-5323 or 604-916-2906.
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. bcclassified.com Call us toll-free 1-866-575-5777
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
TOY POMERANIANS. 4 months & older. Vet ✓, healthy, 1st shots, dewormed, $550 up. 604-607-5367
Office: 7121 - 133B St. Surrey 604-596-0916
PORT KELLS WAREHOUSE/ OFFICE. 3,125 - 9,175 sq ft. 19358 96th Ave. Surrey. Call Rachel at 604-633-2888
Re-roofing, Repair & New Roof Specialists. Work Guar. WCB.10% Senior’s. Disc. Jag 778-892-1530
STANDARD POODLES. Brown & cream. 10 weeks old. CKC reg’d. vet ✓. $1,100. 604-746-9569 Abb.
SUNCREEK ESTATES * Large 2 & 3 bdrm Apartments * Insuite w/d, stove, fridge, d/w * 3 floor levels inside suite * Wood burning fireplace * Private roof top patio * Walk to shops. Near park, pool, playground * Elementary school on block * Clubhouse, tennis court * On site security. Sorry no pets
PORT KELLS/ LANGLEY. Quality Warehouses 1000 - 6,000 sq ft. Call Rachel 604-633-2888.
Blood Hound pups, CKC Reg health ✔, 1st vac., micro chipped, 1 male, 6 fem. Liver & tan, ready to go 604-574-5788
“SIMRAN VILLAS”
LANGLEY
Call Wayne at (778)898-7040 Stratatech Property Management stratatech@shawcable.com
4895 - 55B St., Ladner
Call Jas @ 604-726-6345 www.jjroofing.ca
604-535-8080
Regency Park Gardens
CHIMNEY HTS. 70A/151. New grd lvl 1 bdrm. Absolutely NS/NP. Refs. Jan 1, $600 incl utils. 604-897-8167
MULTI POM puppies, 2 F, 1 M, 7 weeks old. Ready to go. All shots. $500. obo. Phone 604-825-2271.
*Free Estimates *WCB Insured *Member BBB
SURREY
Surrey, 13399 104th Ave. Brand New Luxury
PETS
LABS YELLOW P/B pups, born Dec 14th. Dewormed, 1st shots, $750. 604-888-4662, (Langley)
Repairs, New & Re-Roof. Prompt Quality Service Excellent References
Call 604-533-9780
SURREY TOWNHOUSES
SURREY: Coach house - private entrance & parking, 1 bdrm, lndry & cable inc. 2 yrs old. $750/mo, n/p, n/s. Jan. 1st. Also 1 bdrm bsmt suite $575/mo cbl inc, no laundry. (604)825-4260
Surrey City Ctr. 9660 Salal Pl. Well maintained 5 bdrm home. Room for in-laws. Exc. location, quiet street, close to school, transit & more. $1850/mo. N/S. N/P.
TOWNHOUSES
12730 - 66 Avenue
3 BDRM., main floor, laundry, on bus rte. 5 min. to skytrain. $1050 + hydro, N/P. References. (604)908-7621
CLAYMORE APTS 1 & 2 Bdrm Apts Avail $200 Move-In Bonus!!
5374 - 203rd St, Langley
752
SURREY
Phone 604-582-0465
Close to shopping & schools. Seasonal Swimming pool, and tennis court. 3 Appliances (fridge, stove dishwasher), blinds hot water and parking included. Carpeted throughout. Some pets welcome.
SUITES, UPPER
SURREY 15060 Swallow Drive. Clean 3 bdrm with garage prkg. Shared laundry. N/S. No pets. Refs req. $1100/mo. + 2/3 utils. 604-581-1945 or 604-315-8936.
RENTALS
PETS
604-507-4606 604-312-7674
Call JJ ROOFING
Crime Free Multi-Housing Certified Ask About Incentives! Spacious Suites, very competitive prices. Extra large 1 & 2 BDRM ste’s, lots of storage. Heat/hot water incl. Access to Vancouver via freeway, 1 bus to Skytrain. No pets.
CHIMNEY HTS 144/74A Ave. 1 & 2 bdrm’s, near all amens, np/ns, $600 & $700 incl utils. 604-572-9544
Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
Morris 604-597-2286 Marcus 604-818-2327
GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES $550: Born Sept. 26th. 1 Male, 1 Female. 604-836-6861
AT NORTHWEST ROOFING
EVERGREEN APARTMENTS
SURREY, 126/72 Ave. 2 Bdrm apt, $850/mo, quiet-family complex, no pets, call 604-543-7271.
Morris The Arborist
Furnace Boilers, Hot Water Tanks Hot Water Heat, Plumbing Jobs. Furnace cleaning with truck mounted machine
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
751
RENTALS
NEWTON, 143A/71A. 5 bdrm. 2 full baths & 2 - 1/2 baths, dbl garage, liv & fam rms. 4 appls. NS/NP. Nr prk and schl. Avail Jan.1. $1700/mo + shared utils. Call 604-543-6397.
www.dannyevans.ca
HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
& HEATING
ON CALL 24 HOURS/DAY
HOMES FOR RENT
Guildford Mall / Public Library
REAL ESTATE
DANGEROUS TREE REMOVAL * Pruning * Retopping * Falling Service Surrey 25 years FULLY INSURED **EMERGENCY CALL OUT** Certified Arborist Reports
BADESHA PLUMBING Residential, Commercial Licensed & Bonded Free Estimate Emergency Service Available 604-889-0949 778-889-9345
736
RENTALS
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Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $
PLUMBING
APARTMENT/CONDO
RENTALS
LANGLEY CENTRAL AUCTION #313 - 20560 - Langley By Pass (#10 Hwy) 604-534-8322
• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331
(778)997-5757, (604)587-5991
706
Furn, boxes misc, jewelry, etc. View: Day of Sale
CHEAP
A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv. Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping. Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports
338
General Auction Monday Jan 2nd ~ 7pm
MATTRESSES staring at $99
But Dead Bodies!! PAINT SPECIAL
AUCTIONS
EXTRA
RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free!
A-TECH Services 604-230-3539 Running this ad for 7yrs
509
RENTALS
SURREY 88/156. 1 Bdrm gr lvl ste, Jan 1, ns/np, $500 incl utils & basic cble. 778-908-3221, 604-543-6130 SURREY 96/132. Lrg 3 bdrm gr/lvl, full bth, nr all amen. Avail now. NS/ NP. 604-496-2250, 778-869-7785
SURREY, Green Timbers, 3/bdrms, NS/NP. Avail now. $800/mo + 1/2 utils. Call 778-708-4254 SURREY/NEWTON - 2 bdrm grnd flr bsmt ste-cls to schools, park. n/s, n/p. $700/mo. 604-644-7358
751
SUITES, UPPER
SURREY 101/121 Newer 5 bd, 4 ba, 5 appls, 3200 sf, million $ view, pets neg, $1850/mo. (604)951-7992
GUILDFORD,1400sf, split lvl, only $1190, reno’d 3 bd. 5 appls, 1.5 bath, lrg deck, ns/np. 604-283-9055
SURREY, Fraser Hwy/156. 1 acre in city, gd for truck, RV, trlr, 3 lvl hse 5bdrm $1650mo 604-771-4876
SURREY, Guildford 155/105 Ave. 3 Bdrm & 1 bath, near trans, $1050 + utils. Jan 1st. 778-999-9218.
706
APARTMENT/CONDO
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Thursday, December 29, 2011 Surrey/North Delta Leader 25 TRANSPORTATION 810
TRANSPORTATION
AUTO FINANCING
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
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U-Haul Storage Center Port Kells
Crossword
This week’s theme:
First Things by James Barrick
Claims a Landlords Contractual Lien against the following persons goods in storage at: 18590 96th Ave., Surrey, BC, Tel: 604-888-0133 A12
Richard Chapman #83 - 9208 208 St., Langley
B14
Carmen Gentray 8061 170A St., Surrey
E3
Marc Roy 23791 12 Ave., Langley
F3
1993 Chrysler Dynasty LE - exc. shape in & out. 6 cyl auto, loaded. AirCared. $1275. 778-893-4866.
William Stewart #205 - 5375 204 St., Langley
L12-1
2006 FORD FUSION, 4 dr, 39,000 kms, V6, all options, $7,950 obo. Phone 604-780-8404
Walter Sabanski #218 - 12170 Harris Rd., Pitt Meadows
L15-1
Jeffrey Van Ginkel 13484 113 St., Surrey
L16-5
Terry Metz 1198 Gabriola Dr. Coquitlam
FREE Scrap Vehicle Removal Up To $500 CA$H Today Fast Service. JJ 604-728-1965
818
CARS - DOMESTIC
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1989 ACURA LEGEND, 2 dr coupe, white, 5 spd, runs well, good cond. $1400 obo. (604)765-9602 2002 TOYOTA COROLLA, auto, 4 dr, 139K, p/l, A/C, C/D, spoiler, light grey. Aircrd. $4700. 604-502-9912
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
2003 HONDA CIVIC - 4 dr, automatic a/c, cd, very clean, no acc. Clear title. $5800: (604)607-4906 2003 VOLVO V40, S/W, Blue, loaded 155,000 kms, auto, new tires. $5500 firm. Phone 604-538-9257. 2008 HONDA CIVIC 4dr sedan auto CD, a/c, p/w. Grey. 35,000kms. $9700. 604-825-9477
827
VEHICLES WANTED
Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
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
847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 2004 FORD Escape XLS, 2L, 5 sp. Loaded. 132kms. no acc. $4500 no tax Aircared 2 yrs. 604-502-9912.
838
RECREATIONAL/SALE
2011 HEMISPHERE F28RGSS
2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, red, 160K, $8500 firm. Call 604-538-9257 small to LARGE ads get results in bcclassified.com 604-575-5555
851 DSI water heater, ext. shower, water filter sys., create-abreeze fan, rear kitchen. $24,483 (Stk.30964)
www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644
TRUCKS & VANS
2004 GRAND CARAVAN, 36,000 KMS, v6, loaded, seats 7, $7950 obo. 604-780-8404 2006 Mazda B3000, black, 4 dr. 1 owner, 100,000 kms. Exc cond. $9888 obo. 604-562-4168.
2011 LAREDO 291TG
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Elec. awning, elec. stab. Jacks, “family-sized” dinette, LCD TV, Equa-flex suspension. $26,483 (Stk.30854) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644
RE: The Estate of David Francis Gant, Deceased, (‘’David Francis Gant’’) formerly of 12759 - 97th Avenue, Surrey, BC, V3V 2G1 Creditors and others having claims against the estate of David Francis Gant are hereby notified under Section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executrix, Doreen Wyatt, c/o Lindsay Kenney LLP, #400 - 20033 - 64th Avenue, Langley, BC, V2Y 1M9 on or before January 31, 2012 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. Timothy N. Grier, Barrister & Solicitor, Lindsay Kenney LLP #400 - 20033 - 64th Avenue, Langley, BC, V2Y 1M9
Public Notice Notice is hereby given: To recover our charges, under the provisions of the Warehouse Lien Act, total contents of the following storage unit(s) will be sold on or after:
M15-2 David Peterson 14913 - 67A Ave., Surrey M2-24 Harold Thomas Jr. 17711 101 Ave., Surrey O11-4
Ryan Donnelly 9120 Broadway, Chilliwack
O8
Jody Smith 17203 96 Ave., Surrey
Q13-5
Nathan Kelly 15518 104A Ave., Surrey
R16-1
Mario Pistilli 7837 156A St., Surrey
S3
Grant Wiancko 3688 Sonoma Pines Dr., Kelowna
A sale will take place at the storage location on Friday, January 06, 2012. Viewing 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.. Sealed bids will be opened at 12:30 p.m. Room contents are personal / household goods unless noted otherwise. Bids will be for entire contents of each locker unit.
ACROSS 1. Klensch or Schiaparelli 5. Import-export pact: Abbr. 10. -- lazuli 15. Antagonists 19. Combine 20. Faux pas 21. Stirred up, as memories 22. Edge 23. Start of a quip by Mitch Hedberg: 5 wds. 27. Cataclysm 28. Microscopic animal 29. Poured 30. Forfeit 31. Factory machine 32. Ms. McEntire 33. Female demon 36. Textile goods 37. Peevish 41. Girl in a song 42. Fundamental 43. French composer 44. Obeisance 45. Wash against 46. Old Roman spirit 47. Hybrid animals 48. Kind of learning 49. Corroded 50. Buenos -51. Untamed 52. French department 53. Island east of Borneo 55. Farmyard sound 56. Shoulder ornament 57. Part 2 of quip: 4 wds. 61. Kick downstairs 64. Playing cards 65. Material for overlays 69. Levels 70. Aviary denizens 71. Mason- -- Line
73. Cariou or Deighton 74. Mrs. Herman Munster 75. For -- sake! 76. Quilt 77. Clothesline 78. Drawing of a kind, for short 79. Exposed 80. Jacks up 81. Container for oil 82. Rejoined 84. Porcelain ornaments 85. Praised 86. Mine entrance 87. Strop anagram 88. Male swans 89. Cummerbunds 92. Revise 93. Greek sea goddess 97. End of the quip: 6 wds. 100. Lab device 101. Organic compound 102. Tilestone 103. -- vital 104. Want 105. Disreputable 106. Hackneyed 107. Customary practice DOWN 1. Colossal 2. "Whatever -wants..." 3. Land 4. Kind of battery 5. Fairly up-to-date 6. Ridge 7. Scuffle 8. Rocky outcrop 9. Certain Yankee 10. Brackish pond 11. Expect 12. Swimming hole 13. DDE, familiarly 14. Hides
15. Of sons and daughters 16. Put -- -- act 17. -- homo 18. Lean-to 24. Overdo it on stage 25. Prize name 26. Capital city in Asia 31. Puffs up 32. Take delight in 33. Pale shade 34. In a snit 35. Computer-game stage 36. Silvery fabric 37. Sense of taste 38. Seething 39. -- Dame 40. Online message 42. Fluid-filled sac 43. Bucolic 46. Household member 47. Sports events 48. Synonyms expert 50. Aids and -51. Gnats 52. Threshold, in psychology 54. Tropical tree 55. Decompression problem 56. Scarf 58. One 59. Brought into being
60. Concern of voters 61. Code word for "D" 62. Water brand 63. Liquefies 66. Audibly 67. Cut short 68. Wrapped up 70. Cousin to a tam 71. Fists 72. Noted lithographer 75. Church communities 76. Suspicion 77. Man on a mission 79. Moisten 80. Seraglio 81. Kind of knitting stitch 83. Guitar pedal: Hyph. 84. Follower 85. Like Daddy Warbucks 87. Worked at 88. -- saltpeter 89. Distort 90. Kind of hero 91. Offspring 92. Status quo -93. Romanov ruler 94. Some musical compositions 95. Smite 96. English queen 98. Compass pt. 99. Greek letter
Answers to Previous Crossword
January 12th, 2012 The person(s) who appear in the following list, are liable to us for outstanding charges. Stephen Gilbert Contents of unit(s) = 7A-2 Rand Garland Haslam Contents of unit = 19F David A. Hill Contents of unit = 2E David R. Pollard Contents of unit = 20F Lana Turner Contents of unit = 8C-2 All goods will be sold at Bridgeview Self Storage, #103, 11125 - 124th Street, Surrey, B.C., or by auction.
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BOXING WEEK
OVER $2,000,000 IN INVENTORY PRICED TO SELL NOW! FORD, DODGE, CHEVROLET, CADILLACS, LINCOLN, LEXUS, INFINITY, BMW, MERCEDES, HUMMER, OVER 50 DIESEL TRUCKS
MORE THAN 150 UNITS TO CHOOSE FROM, CARS, TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITIES
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08 GMC 1500
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05 Kia Sorento LX
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03 Mercedes S430 4matic
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04 Porche Cayenne 08 Jeep Grand Laredo 08 Kia Sportage LX Turbo
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34,988
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