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Richmond homicide victims, brothers Chaten and Joban Dhindsa, were connected to gang conflict THEIR parents are wealthy and know as very decent people in the South Asian community. So when the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) on Saturday identified Friday’s Richmond homicide victims as brothers Chaten Dhindsa, 25, and Joban Dhindsa, 23, of Richmond, it set off discussions about why the brothers – the only children of the Dhindsas – chose to go down the wrong path. Both the brothers were known to police, but the one with a criminal record - and who had figured twice in the news for all the wrong reasons in 2015 and 2016 – was Chaten Dhindsa. The brothers were living in Surrey at the time, apparently with their parents, but later moved to Richmond. “This is believed to be a targeted incident related to the victims’ involvement in the ongoing Lower Mainland Gang Conflict,” said Detective Lara Jansen of IHIT. “We are urging anyone with information to contact IHIT.” On March 19 at 4:45 a.m., Richmond RCMP frontline officers responded to the 22000-block of Rathburn Drive to assist with a structure fire. Once the fire was extinguished, two deceased individuals were located inside the residence. The injuries sustained by the victims were consistent with a homicide and IHIT assumed conduct of the file. IHIT has been working closely with the Richmond RCMP, Integrated Forensic Identification Services and the BC Coroner’s Service to gather evidence. On Friday, investigators determined that a burned black BMW SUV reported shortly after the homicide near 16 Avenue and 194 Street in Surrey is believed to be associated to the homicide. IHIT asked anyone with CCTV, dash cam video or information related to the homicide or the burned BMW SUV to contact IHIT. As reported in The VOICE back then, in February 2016, Chaten Dhindsa and two other South Asians were charged in the ongoing drug war after the CFSEU-BC, the Surrey RCMP Drug Section, and the Delta Police Department
began an investigation into a dial-a-dope drug line in April 2015. The VOICE reported: “In April 2015, the CFSEU-BC, the Surrey RCMP Drug Section, and the Delta PD began an investigation into a dial-a-dope drug line associated to individuals involved in the Surrey / Delta drug conflict. As a result of a three-month investigation, two search warrants were executed on residences in Surrey. A search of both residences resulted in the seizure of the following items: 21.46 grams of cocaine, 4.79 grams of heroin, 0.3 grams of crystal methamphetamine, $7085.00 in Canadian currency and seven vehicles used in drug trafficking “Crown Counsel has now approved 18 charges for the three men identified in the investigation.” One of them was Chaten Dhindsa, then 20, who was charged with 10 counts of trafficking and one count of possession for the purpose of trafficking. Dhindsa was charged with 10 counts of trafficking and one count of possession for the purpose of trafficking. Also, Chaten Dhindsa and five other South Asians were arrested and charged in connection with a December 5 incident in 2015 in which a man who was well known to police was assaulted, threatened and held against his will near 86 Avenue and 130 Street in Surrey. Dhindsa was charged with forcible confinement, robbery, assault with a weapon and assault causing bodily harm. He ended up pleading guilty to assault causing bodily harm. In July 2018 he was sentenced to 229 days in jail. He was charged with eight counts of “possession for the purpose of trafficking” in a Langley case of April 2019 and was to be sentenced in Surrey Provincial Court on April 13, 2021, according to the online court registry. You can call the IHIT information line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or email IHIT at ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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B.C.’s champions of anti-racism ’including Harman Singh Pandher of Burnaby’ celebrated AT a virtual award ceremony on March 21, the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, five British Columbians received awards in three categories. And one of them was Harman Singh Pandher, Surrey school teacher, author and community activist, who received the Intercultural Trust Award for outstanding work in tackling systemic or institutional racism and reducing barriers for marginalized communities. “Our government stands alongside the many British Columbians who are fighting against racism and making our province more welcoming and inclusive for everyone,” said Premier John Horgan. “Together, we stand united against racism and committed to the work that must be done to dismantle the systemic discrimination that is still a lived reality for too many people in B.C.” The B.C. Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Awards are held annually to honour British Columbians for their leadership in promoting multiculturalism and addressing racism. “We give thanks to every nominee for their incredible work to stand up to racism and champion diversity and understanding across our province,” said Rachna Singh, Parliamentary Secretary of Anti-Racism Initiatives. “Now more than ever, we must shine a light on racism and address the uncomfortable truth that
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different backgrounds in SONG Creative Mentorship Association of Greater Vancouver, through my mental health advocacy with the South Asian Youth Mental Health Ambassadors program, and through my co-founding of SACH Community Hub, which seeks to eliminate cultural, linguistic, and racial barriers to accessing social services and healthcare for vulnerable and underserved communities in British Columbia. “The values of multiculturalism and anti-racism are inseparable from my work as a teacher in the Surrey School District. Racism and hatred are learned, and they can be unlearned. In their place, we must proactively teach our children to trust, love, understand, accept, and appreciate one another. I’m fiercely proud to be part of a vibrant community of anti-racist educators that’s making these intentional instructional choices in classrooms across BC every day.
“I’m also proud of another community I belong to. The literary community. I recently
published Gurpreet Goes to Gurdwara: Understanding the Sikh Place of Worship, a children’s picture book. In literature, as in life, representation matters. Profoundly. As the saying goes, “We cannot be what we cannot see.” I’m so heartened to see that this little book is having such a big impact on building bridges between people and building confidence within Sikh children. “I began my remarks by speaking of “trust.” And that’s how I’ll close. It’s a spelling lesson, actually. I am an elementary school teacher after all. There is no “I” in “trust” but there is “us.” And it’s up to us – all of us – in this beautifully diverse province, to pledge, on this the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, to earn each other’s trust, to nurture it, to strengthen it, and then, most importantly, to do the tough, anti-racist work together, so our trust endures and builds a more inclusive, equitable, and just British Columbia for everyone.”
Indian IT contractor Deepanshu Kher sentenced for deleting US company’s Microsoft user accounts
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San Diego, U.S. – Deepanshu Kher was sentenced on Monday in U.S. federal court to two years in prison for accessing the server of a Carlsbad Company and deleting over 1,200 of the company’s 1,500 Microsoft user accounts. According to court documents, Kher was employed by an information technology consulting firm from 2017 through May 2018. In 2017, the consulting firm was hired by the Carlsbad Company to assist with its migration to a Microsoft Office 365 (MS O365) environment. In response, the consulting firm sent its employee, Kher, to the company’s Carlsbad headquarters to assist with the migration. The company was dissatisfied with Kher’s work and relayed their dissatisfaction to the consulting firm soon after Kher’s arrival. In January 2018, the consulting firm pulled Kher from the company’s headquarters. A few months later, on May 4, 2018, the firm fired Kher, and a month after that, in
June 2018, Kher returned to Delhi, India. On August 8, 2018, two months after his return to India, Kher hacked into the Carlsbad Company’s server and deleted over 1,200 of its 1,500 MS O365 user accounts. The attack affected the bulk of the company’s employees and completely shut down the company for two days. As the company’s Vice President of Information Technology (IT) explained, the impact was felt inside and outside the company. Employees’ accounts were deleted – they could not access their email, their contacts lists, their meeting calendars, their documents, corporate directories, video and audio conferences, and Virtual Teams environment necessary for them to perform their jobs. Outside the company, customers, vendors and consumers were unable to reach company employees (and the employees were unable to reach them). No one could inform these buyers what was going
on or when the company would be operational again. Unfortunately, even after those two days, the problems remained. Employees were not receiving meeting invites or cancellations, employees’ contacts lists could not be completely rebuilt, and affected employees could no longer access folders to which they previously had access. The Carlsbad Company repeatedly handled multitudes of IT problems for three months. The Vice President of IT closed by saying, “[i]n my 30plus years as an IT professional, I have never been a part of a more difficult and trying work situation.” In pronouncing the sentence, U.S. District Court Judge Marilyn L. Huff noted that Kher perpetrated a significant and sophisticated attack on the company, an attack which was planned and clearly intended as revenge. In addition to the two years in custody, Huff sentenced Kher to three years’ supervised release and restitution to the company of
$567,084, the amount that the company paid to fix the problems which Kher caused. Kher, an Indian national, was arrested when he flew from India to the United States on January 11, 2021, unaware of the outstanding warrant for his arrest. “This act of sabotage was destructive for this company,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Randy Grossman. “Fortunately, the defendant’s revenge was short-lived and justice has been delivered.” Grossman commended the excellent work of Assistant U.S. Attorney Alexandra F. Foster and the FBI agents on this case. “The FBI was able to identify, arrest, and prosecute Deepanshu Kher, despite the fact that he committed this harmful hack while outside the United States. This case shows the commitment, expertise, and reach of the FBI in working cyber intrusion cases,” said Suzanne Turner, Special Agent in Charge of FBI’s San Diego Field Office.
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Abbotsford homicide victim is 61-year-old Jeevan Singh Sull THE Integrated Homicide Investigation Team announced on Sunday that it has taken over conduct of the homicide investigation in Abbotsford and identified the victim as 61-year-old Jeevan Singh Sull of Abbotsford. Abbotsford Police had announced on March 19 that Abbotsford Emergency Services responded to a 911 hang up call in the 32300-block of Slocan Drive on March 3. An injured male was located and transported to hospital. The male had since succumbed to his injuries. It said IHIT was taking over conduct of the case but gave no other details. IHIT said the man succumbed to his injuries on March 14 and
Jeevan Singh Sull. Photo: IHIT that since then it has been working closely with Abbotsford Police and the B.C. Coroner’s Service to gather
Mohan Sharma appointed judge of Ontario’s Superior Court of Justice
DAVID Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, on Wednesday announced the appointment of Mohan Sharma, Executive Legal Officer at the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario in Toronto, as a judge of the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario. Sharma received a B.A. from the University of Toronto and an LL.B. from Osgoode Hall Law School. He was called to the Bar in Ontario in 1999. Sharma was the Executive Legal Officer for the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario, providing legal and policy advice to the Court’s judges. He was also Senior Counsel in the Office of the Chief Justice. He has held a variety of legal and policy positions. He served as the Ministry of the Attorney General’s Counsel in Residence at the Law Commission of Ontario, as the Project Director to the Civil Justice Reform Project led by Coulter Osborne, and as Research Counsel to the Task Force on the Discovery Process in Ontario. Sharma also served as Policy Counsel within the Court Services Division and as Advisory Counsel in the Crown Law Office-Civil, both within the Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General.
evidence and complete priority tasks. “This is believed to be an isolated incident between parties known to each other, however IHIT is appealing for witnesses,” said Detective Lara Jansen of IHIT. According to his obituary that appeared online, Sull was born in Lions Gate Hospital on February 14, 1960, to Paulo and Tara Singh Sull. “Jeevan graduated from North Vancouver Senior Secondary and attended Capilano College. His employment extended over the years, from CBSA and Royal Roads University.” It added: “Jeevan was a kind and gentle soul. He had a passion for
Mohan Sharma. Photo: Twitter Prior to joining government, he had been an associate at WeirFoulds LLP, articled at Scott & Aylen, and worked as a student and lawyer at Parkdale Community Legal Services. Sharma was a founder of the South Asian Legal Clinic of Ontario, and has been active in fundraising events to support HIV/AIDS relief in Canada and Africa, the Nikibasika Child Development Program in Uganda, and Diabetes Canada. Sharma is of Indian and Danish descent.
gardening and cooking, and was known for being very generous (he would give you the shirt off his back).” “Investigators believe there may have been witnesses in the area who have information, including dashcam video and CCTV. We are urging anyone who was in the 32000-block of Slocan Drive on March 3, 2021, between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., to contact IHIT.” Anyone with information is asked to call the IHIT information line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or by email at ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477)
Arjun Choudhari of Markham, Ontario, charged after several crimes targeting East Asians
THE South Asian community in Ontario is shocked and embarrassed after Arjun Choudhari, 33, of the City of Markham was charged by investigators with the York Regional Police Hate Crime Unit and the #5 District Criminal Investigations following several hatemotivated incidents targeting East Asians in Markham. On March 16, York Regional Police received a report regarding an assault that occurred at approximately 2 p.m., in the area of Pillar Rock Crescent in Markham. The victim had been outside walking when a suspect ran up behind her and hit her in the back with an object. Through the investigation, officers located additional victims and linked five other incidents that occurred between January and March to the same suspect. All of the victims are East Asian and
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Rahu Sinnathamby of Toronto area convicted of smuggling gold jewellery
THE Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced on Monday the results of a twoyear long investigation leading to the conviction of a Toronto area man, Rahu Sinnathamby of Scarborough, and Lovely Gold Inc. for smuggling gold jewellery into Canada. In early 2018, border services officers working at Toronto Pearson International Airport seized a large quantity of jewellery from a returning traveller. The seizure initiated an investigation by the Greater Toronto Area Region Criminal Investigations Section, which subsequently identified a jewellery smuggling operation. In July 2018, the investigation identified a link to a separate traveller attempting to smuggle an even greater quantity of jewellery into Canada.
In October 2018, as a result of evidence obtained through further investigation, CBSA criminal investigators determined that Lovely Gold Inc. and its director, Sinnathamby of Scarborough, schemed to
enlist travellers to bring gold jewellery, such as earrings and bracelets, to Canada. Lovely Gold Inc. and Sinnathamby paid for the airline tickets of the travellers and directed them to not declare
the jewellery to the CBSA. The investigation resulted in the discovery that Lovely Gold Inc. and Sinnathamby were responsible for smuggling jewellery into Canada over a period of 17 months.
On March 1, at the A. Grenville and William Davis Courthouse in Brampton, Ontario, Lovely Gold Inc. and Sinnathamby pleaded guilty to two counts each of evasion of duties, with a total criminal fine for the four
charges equalling $760,000. Lovely Gold Inc. and Sinnathamby are also required to pay an additional $246,614.40 in regulatory penalties. “This successful prosecution highlights the tireless work and great investigative efforts of both CBSA border services officers and our criminal investigations team. The discovery of this jewellery smuggling scheme demonstrates our commitment to ensuring the integrity of Canada’s border laws and economy,” said Lisa Janes, CBSA Regional Director General, Greater Toronto Area Region. If you have information about the exploitation of the border for criminality, call the CBSA Border Watch Toll-free Line at 1-888-502-9060. Photos: CBSA
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Harry Bains safe and healthy. “We have been focused as much as possible on safety and health concerns in the workplace regarding COVID-19. It has been a steep learning curve, as COVID-19 safety plans have been put in place in every workplace to keep our workers safe and our economy running. But we must also remember there are hazards in the workplace unrelated to COVID-19. Employers are responsible for
taking precautions to prevent serious injury and fatalities. “Workers have the right to a safe and healthy workplace. They have the right to orientation and training, and the right to refuse unsafe work. Every workplace incident requires an investigation to determine causes and how to prevent future incidents from occurring. These are rights provided to workers through our health and safety legislation and regulations. “Employers can seek advice from WorkSafeBC or my ministry’s Employers’ Advisers Office if you have any questions about your obligations or how to create safe workplaces. “With the National Day of Mourning next month, I am asking WorkSafeBC and employers, unions and workers to be extra vigilant about health and safety in the workplace.”
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Fine for promoting or attending a non-compliant gathering or event is now $575
FINES for promoting and attending gatherings that contravene the provincial health officer’s (PHO) order just got more expensive. Effective immediately, an amendment to the Violation Ticket Administration and Fine Regulation raises the fine for promoting and for attending a non-compliant gathering or event from $230 to $575. The current fine for those who organize or host a prohibited event remains the same at $2,300. “Over the last several months, it’s become clear that for some, the
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risk of a $230 violation ticket isn’t enough to deter attendance at events that violate the PHO order,” said Mike Farnworth, Minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General. “I am disappointed that a small minority of British Columbians continue to put their health and the health of others at risk by attending unsafe gatherings. This selfish behaviour needs to stop, and police and provincial enforcement authorities will be able to issue these new fines immediately.” A $230 fine will continue to apply
to a range of COVID-19 violation measures, including failing to wear a mask and failing to abide by patron conditions. The increased fine aimed at non-compliant events reflects that this behaviour is generally more risky than other offences in the $230 category, but less egregious than the offences in the $2,300 category. The specifics around orders of the provincial health officer, including the number of people allowed at gatherings, will continue to be set at the direction of the PHO.
Quick Facts * Since the declaration of a State of Provincial Emergency under the Emergency Program Act (EPA) on March 18, 2020, a number of ministerial orders have been issued to reduce the spread of COVID-19. The Protective Measures (COVID-19) Order was issued January 8, 2021. * To report concerns about violations by event organizers, venues or individuals, contact your local government’s bylaw office or your local police department’s nonemergency line.
Fraser Health opens 5 large COVID-19 immunization clinics, 4 more to come
TO support its ongoing COVID-19 vaccine rollout, Fraser Health announced on Tuesday that it has opened five mass COVID-19 immunization clinics. Those in Chilliwack, Cloverdale, South Surrey and Coquitlam are now available to book appointments beginning March 29; the one in Delta North is available from today (March 23). These new clinics will support current immunization plans and will remain open through phases three and four as Fraser Health works to immunize its communities over the coming
months. Fraser Health said it is grateful for the partnerships with municipalities, business
leaders, community organizations and Divisions of Family Practice. The new clinics are located at: * Chilliwack: Chilliwack Mall (supported by the Municipality and the Fraser Valley Bandits) * Cloverdale: Cloverdale Recreation Centre (supported by the Municipality and Adecco) * South Surrey: South Surrey Recreation Centre (supported by the Municipality and Adecco) * Coquitlam: Coquitlam Poirier Forum (supported by the Municipality and Air Canada) * Delta (North): North Delta
Recreation Centre (supported by the Municipality and Ceres Terminals Canada) Planning is underway to open additional clinics: * Langley: Langley Events Centre (supported by the Municipality and the Vancouver Giants) * Burnaby: Fortius (supported by the Municipality and Ceres Terminals Canada) * New Westminster: Anvil Centre (supported by the Municipality and Ceres Terminals Canada) * Surrey: Guildford Recreation Centre (supported by the Municipality and Westjet)
For a full listing of Fraser Health’s current clinics as they come online, visit: www.fraserhealth.ca/ vaccineclinic. As these clinics come online, some of the previous clinics will either close or be repurposed. People who are eligible to book their COVID-19 vaccine can do so online by using the 24/7 booking tool or by calling Fraser Health’s COVID-19 Immunization Booking phone line at 1-855-755-2455. Translation services are available to those who need them at the call centre and at immunization clinics.
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IN support of Fraser Health Authority’s (FHA) COVID-19 vaccination rollout, gymnasiums at the Cloverdale Recreation Centre, South Surrey Recreation and Arts Centre, and Guildford Recreation Centre will serve as sites for mass immunization clinics. “As vaccine distribution is set to ramp up, the City is proud to do its part in supporting Fraser
Health’s safe vaccination rollout by offering the gymnasium space at these three civic facilities,” said Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum. “Vaccinating over 600,000 residents is no small feat, but we are confident that by offering these large distribution centres, everyone who wants to be immunized will have access to one near their home.”
Eligible residents can currently book vaccination appointments for clinics within Surrey at both the Cloverdale Recreation Centre and South Surrey Recreation and Arts Centre. FHA is planning to open a third clinic in Surrey at Guildford Recreation Centre and a date will be announced soon. Each site will include a drop-off location for immunization ap-
pointments, and residents are encouraged to take public transit when possible. Free parking is available. Eligible residents can book vaccination appointments by visiting fraserhealth.ca/vaccinebooking or by calling the Fraser Health vaccination appointment line at 1-855-755-2455, which is available 7 days a week from 7
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Our government is committed to tackling racism and discrimination
BY AMAN SINGH NDP MLA for Richmond Queensborough
AS an MLA, it is an honour to represent my constituency of Richmond-Queensborough in the Legislature, and to take part in debates about how to govern our province and make life better for people. However, we also must acknowledge the harm that has come from our history as well. Richard McBride, Premier from 19031915, once stated that “British Columbia shall be a white man’s province”. Previous governments have passed legislation to prevent immigration from Asia and South Asia, discriminate against immigrants and Black slaves who fled the US, and dispossess Indigenous peoples of their lands. We inherit this history, and it is our collective responsibility to make it right. But racism is not only part of our province’s history, it is a part of everyday life for the hundreds of thousands of British Columbians who are Indigenous, Black or people of colour. Earlier this week, my colleague Niki Sharma, New Democrat MLA for VancouverHastings, introduced a motion to recognize historic and current acts of systemic and institutional racism, and reaffirm our commitment to combat racism in all its forms. Members from both sides of the house gave moving statements, sharing their personal experiences of racism and discrimination. This was a powerful reminder of how far we have come, that our government caucus now includes 16 MLAs who are Indigenous or people of colour, who can speak about our experiences and perspectives, and advocate for change, in this institution that once sought to oppress us. This is important progress. But in 2021 we should be much further along this path. Recent incidents make this all too clear. In 2020 the Vancouver Police saw a 717-percent increase in reported anti-Asian hate crimes. I stress that these are the crimes that were reported, because the actual number is likely much higher. In the last few weeks alone, we’ve heard reports of anti-Semitic and anti-Indigenous vandal-
ism and hateful posters being distributed in our province. These acts of hate are unacceptable. Even minor, seemingly innocuous comments and actions can progress to vitriolic hate and violence if not addressed. It is clear that we have much work still to do. I take solace in the fact that our government is committed to tackling racism and discrimination. We’ve appointed B.C.’s first Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives, MLA Rachna Singh, and I’m heartened to see my colleague already moving things forward in this role. We have reinstated the B.C. Human Rights Commission, to investigate the way that discrimination is rooted in our attitudes, our behaviours, our systems and our laws. We have launched Resilience BC, a program to support communities across the province with the resources to tackle racism at the local level. This past weekend, we launched a public education campaign, to get people talking about racism and examining their own internal biases. We are also undertaking a review and modernization of our Police Act, with a focus on addressing systemic racism. To quote Black philosopher Frantz Fanon, “What matters is not to know the world, but to change it.” I am glad that we now have a government that is committed to changing our province for the better.
Enforcement blitz in Delta turns up shocking violations A fully loaded dump truck with a full trailer was pulled off the road in a recent enforcement blitz in Delta, after officers found the trailer had absolutely no braking power. In addition, several tires on the truck trailer combo had severe defects, requiring immediate replacements. “Unfortunately all of the brakes on the trailer were completely inoperable,” said Constable Jared Clark of the Delta Police Department Traffic Unit on Wednesday. “This vehicle was an immediate danger to others on the road.” This was the worst find of a recent one-day commercial vehicle enforcement blitz, which Delta Police hosted with partners from across the Metro Vancouver area. The blitz took place March 16, in the 11900-block of Nordel Way. There were 59 inspections conducted overall, with 31 vehicles given notice and orders, or placed immediately out of service. In total, 33 violation tickets were handed out.
This is one of the tires on a commercial cargo van. The tire is worn down past the wear bars and tread surface, into the inner structure of the tire. Photo: DPD Another one of the vehicles action was a joint operation pulled from the road was a with area partners: Burnaby commercial cargo van. Two RCMP Commercial Vehicle of its tires were not only Enforcement, New Westworn down past the wear minster Police Commerbars (0% tread), but past the cial Vehicle Enforcement, tread surface and into the Surrey Bylaw Commercial inner structure of the tires. Vehicle Enforcement, SurEnforcement was also con- rey RCMP Traffic Services, ducted on the taxi and ride- Upper Fraser Valley RCMP sharing industry, with 30 Commercial Vehicle Eninspections occurring. Two forcement, Port Moody Poviolation tickets were hand- lice Traffic services and BC ed out roadside. Passenger Transportation The day-long enforcement Board.
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People deemed clinically extremely vulnerable prioritized for COVID-19 vaccine THE Province announced on Tuesday that people at higher risk from COVID-19 due to existing medical conditions, such as various forms of cancer, transplant recipients and severe respiratory conditions, will be able to register for their COVID-19 vaccine beginning Monday, March 29. The accelerated timelines for B.C.’s COVID-19 immunization plan mean approximately 200,000 people in B.C. aged 16 years and older who are clinically extremely vulnerable (CEV) are eligible to receive their first dose of COVID-19 vaccine in the coming weeks. Some of the CEV population will have already been immunized as part of B.C.’s age-based vaccine program (currently 75 years and older). “B.C. has made tremendous progress on our age-based vaccine program,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Health. “Now, we are able to expand to those people who are at increased risk from COVID-19 due to underlying medical conditions or various medical treatments. Clinical experts have now determined those who have a high risk of severe illness from the virus and now have the vaccine supply to protect these most vulnerable people.” Expert physicians and providers in cancer care, kidney diseases and other conditions causing compromised immunity worked with public health and international COVID-19 data to define B.C.’s updated CEV list to ensure those most at risk of severe illness from COVID-19 are prioritized first (see backgrounder). Those people identified as CEV will receive a letter in the mail in the coming days with information on how to book an appointment, beginning March 29. People who receive this invitation letter must bring it with them to their vaccination appointment. If people who believe they are in the CEV group have not received a letter by April 15, 2021, they can contact the provincial call centre or visit the get vaccinated provincial online registration and booking system, which is scheduled to launch on April 6, to confirm if they are on the CEV list. If they are not on the CEV list, they can reach out to their physician or nurse practitioner about their eligibility. “Since day one of our immunization plan, we have set out to protect those who are most at risk to COVID-19,” said Dr. Penny Ballem, executive lead, B.C.’s immunization plan. “We used clinical evidence from around the world and clinical expertise and patient registries in B.C. to develop this list and look forward to taking another important step forward in our immunization plan.” Dr. Bonnie Henry, Provincial Health Officer, said: “Through this additional immunization, we are able to relieve a significant burden from those who are extremely clinically vulnerable to severe illness from COVID-19. This is another encouraging step forward for all of us as we continue to ramp up our immunization efforts.” The CEV-based booking process will run parallel to the ongoing age-based booking schedule. This schedule is being accelerated, starting with those born in 1945 able to book starting Wednesday, March 24. The revised health authority eligibility call-in schedule follows: * age 76 (born in 1945) – Wednesday, March 24 at noon * age 75 (born in 1946) – Thursday, March 25 at noon * age 74 (born in 1947) – Friday, March 26 at noon * age 74+, and CEV population (must have invitation letter to book) – Monday, March 29 noon
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Expansion of capacity in Vancouver bars a lifeline for businesses, says Mayor Stewart VANCOUVER City Council is slated to vote next week on a staff report recommending the first expansion of seating capacity in Vancouver’s pubs, bars and nightclubs in decades. This follows Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart’s motion designed to aid Vancouver’s hospitality indus-
try that passed last July. The proposal is welcome news for hospitality owners hampered by significantly lower seating capacities when compared to liquor-primary establishments located in neighbouring cities. “This change is a lifeline for Vancouver bars, nightclubs, and pubs hard hit by the
impacts of COVID-19” said Stewart. “The seating capacity increases proposed will deliver long overdue reforms and help revive nightlife in our city, especially along the Granville Entertainment District.” According to Hospitality Vancouver Association (HVA), the proposed ca-
pacity changes will save up to 8,000 jobs in the City of Vancouver. “We’re extremely impressed with the thoughtfulness and attention to detail of the staff report, and we are looking forward to the discussion about the motion at the council table on March 30,” said HVA spokesperson Laura Ballance. “It’s important to note that if passed, this motion will go a long ways towards levelling the playing field for a number of Vancouver bars, nightclubs and pubs with their counterparts across the province, as this will bring the Granville Entertainment District into line with the rest of B.C. when it comes to capacity.” Ballance noted these changes are especially important now, as the vast majority of bars and clubs
Kennedy Stewart are struggling to survive the COVID-19 pandemic. Capacity numbers are expected to increase gradually as eligible businesses make the necessary changes to adhere to current B.C. Building code requirements that would come from adding additional seats. The industry estimates that seats would increase by a few
thousand over the next several years. The changes will also have a spillover effect for restaurants and other downtown businesses who will also benefit from the increase. “It is great to see the City moving on this and acknowledging the importance of small business, giving them additional tools to survive,” said Ian Tostenson, President and CEO of the British Columbia Restaurant and Foodservices Association. “Adding capacity will serve the public well, as health and safety, in this case spacing, will always be our paramount concern for our guests and patrons. A vibrant nightlife is important to the health of our Vancouver restaurants”. The report will come to Council Wednesday, March 31.
Province welcomes Microsoft’s expansion and 500 new jobs in Vancouver RAVI Kahlon, Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation, on Wednesday welcomed Microsoft’s expansion and job growth in Vancouver. He said: “Microsoft Canada’s announcement that it is adding 500 new jobs in Vancouver in 2021 is welcome news for our province’s economic recovery. By the end of the year, 1,700 people will have good, family-supporting jobs with Microsoft in B.C. “The expansion of Microsoft’s cloud services and its investment in building ap-
Ravi Kahlon plications further establishes the Lower Mainland as a growing hub for technology and innovation.” Kahlon added: “This is positive news for important sec-
tors such as health care, education and agriculture that rely on digital infrastructure to modernize and attract talent. It provides B.C. companies a competitive advantage to grow and compete globally. “Continued job growth in B.C. shows our plan to build an economic recovery that is innovative, sustainable and inclusive is working. This investment aligns with our government’s commitment to skill development and good-paying jobs for hard-working British Columbians.”
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Tourism, hospitality industry supports B.C. immunization efforts
A new partnership will employ more than 1,400 tourism and hospitality workers in mass vaccination clinics – creating hundreds of jobs for B.C.’s hard-hit tourism, hospitality and sport sectors. “British Columbians have risen to many challenges during this past year, with people and businesses finding new and innovative ways to support each other,” said Premier John Horgan on Wednesday. “People who work in the hard-hit tourism and hospitality sector have answered the call to help with B.C.’s immunization plan. This partnership will provide new jobs for people while contributing to B.C.’s already accelerated vaccine rollout.” Tourism and hospitality businesses have already begun to call and train hundreds of staff who have been laid off due to the pandemic. Workers from these industries will provide their expertise and logistical support as non-clinical staff at immunization clinics to help move people through the clinics efficiently and safely. Many of these workers bring additional language skills as well. Community partners in this program include: * Air Canada * B.C. Pavilion Corporation * Ceres Terminals Canada * Canadian Red Cross * Fraser Valley Bandits * Pacific Destinations Services * Pacific National Exhibition * Tourism Whistler * Vancouver Canucks * Vancouver Giants * Vancouver International Airport * WestJet Municipal venue owners are also helping operate some clinics with contributions of staff, furniture and supplies. “People who work in tourism, hospitality and sport organizations in our province have been hit hard by the pandemic and the ability for them to contribute to B.C.’s immunization program is a unique opportunity to use their skills and experience in new ways,” said Melanie Mark, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport. “I’m inspired to see people from throughout the province pitching in to help make sure British Columbians are protected against COVID-19 so we can get back on track with travel, play sports and support the arts.” B.C.’s age-based vaccine rollout continues
John Horgan to move forward ahead of schedule, as B.C. approaches Phase 3 of its immunization plan. Immunizations for workers in highrisk industries and critical services will also continue to accelerate in April. “Our immunization program is the largest and most complex in B.C.’s history, with multiple sectors, industries and professions working together to get people immunized as quickly as possible,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Health. “This partnership is another incredible example of what can be accomplished when we work together to protect our communities from COVID-19.” Dr. Penny Ballem, Executive Lead, B.C.’s immunization plan rollout, said: “Since day one of our immunization program, we have been committed to tapping into the knowledge and expertise of our community partners. It takes a whole village to help implement this immunization effort, and we are proud to work with business and industry leaders and community organizations in every sector, along with municipalities to get vaccines to people in B.C. quickly and efficiently.” Dr. Bonnie Henry, Provincial Health Officer, said: “People in B.C. have made incredible sacrifices to keep themselves, their loved ones and their communities safe during this pandemic. Each of us has something unique to contribute in the fight against COVID-19, and our accelerating immunization program gives us reason to be hopeful about the months that lie ahead.” Under B.C.’s accelerated timeline, everyone in the province who is eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine will now be able to receive a first dose before July 1, 2021. Learn More: To see where mass immunization clinics will be throughout B.C., visit: https://news.gov.bc.ca/files/Community_ Partners_Map.pdf
Surrey Mayor urges all to do their part and get vaccinated when turn comes up SURREY Mayor Doug McCallum is asking everyone to get vaccinated when their turn comes up. Eligibility to book an appointment in McCallum’s age bracket came into effect on Tuesday. The Mayor promptly went online and scheduled an appointment for his immunization shot, which he received on Wednesday afternoon. McCallum said: “The light in this long tunnel that we have been travelling in is getting brighter everyday. We can get there sooner if everyone gets vaccinated when it is their turn. I can assure you that booking an appointment was easy and fast through Fraser Health’s online process and that the shot I received today was done safely, quickly and virtually pain-free. Let’s stamp
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out COVID. Book your immunization shot as soon as your turn comes up.” The City of Surrey is supporting Fraser Health’s mass immunization clinics by offering space at three Recreation Centres. Eligible residents can book vaccination appointments beginning March 29 for clinics at Cloverdale
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Recreation Centre and South Surrey Recreation and Arts Centre. Fraser Health is planning to open a third Surrey clinic at Guildford Recreation Centre and a date will be announced soon. Visit fraserhealth.ca/vaccine to learn more or to book a COVID vaccination appointment.
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Horgan missing in action as B.C. risks permanently losing its cruise ship industry, say BC Liberals Bc Liberal Critic for Tourism, Arts, and Culture Teresa Wat is calling on Premier John Horgan and the NDP to defend B.C.’s tourism industry and ensure the U.S. cruise ship industry won’t permanently bypass B.C. ports when the borders reopen in 2022. “Legislation is being intro-
duced in the U.S. that will allow cruise ships to skip Canadian ports on their way to and from Alaska,” said Wat on Tuesday. “We know ships won’t be sailing until spring 2022, but there is no guarantee that the U.S. would reverse this law once borders open up again. If John Horgan continues to
remain silent on the issue, we risk permanently losing hundreds of millions of dollars in cruise ship tourism revenue, plus the hundreds of B.C. businesses who rely on cruise ship traffic.” Every cruise ship that arrives in Vancouver brings an estimated $3 million in direct activity to the lo-
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Teresa Wat in a February 12, 2021 letter from Alaskan Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, hasn’t spoken up
on the issue,” added Wat. “Our tourism industry has been one of the hardest-hit and least supported industries through the pandemic, thanks to this government’s inaction. John Horgan should be reaching out and engaging with Senators Murkowski and Sullivan to ensure Vancouver, Victoria and Prince Rupert remain future cruise destinations and so that our tourism sector isn’t permanently devastated.”
BC Liberals: NDP’s new regulations put child care spaces at risk THe BC Liberals said on Monday that they have learned that thousands of new child care spaces may not come to fruition because the NDP’s new cost regulations for the Child Care Fee Reduction Initiative (CCFRI) are forcing providers to stop expanding current operations or starting new ones. “Child care operators say they can’t afford to implement this fee cap, which comes into effect on April 1. This will bring many operators to the brink of bankruptcy and take away valuable child care spots,” said Karin Kirkpatrick, BC Liberal Critic for Children, Family Development and Childcare, on Monday. “It’s greatly disheartening that the NDP is rushing through this major policy change without consulting the industry. They are essentially taking over child care facilities, mostly run by women, who have poured their heart and soul and life savings into their businesses. They deserve a chance to at least sit down with the government and share their concerns.” In addition, parents with children enrolled in one of the 52 Universal Child Care Prototype Sites are facing the uncertainty of being charged full fees again, if
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Karin Kirkpatrick the NDP fails to extend the initiative that expires at the end of this month. “It’s very irresponsible for the NDP government to leave parents in the lurch with less than two weeks to go before the agreement ends,” said Kirkpatrick. “For years, the NDP has overpromised and underdelivered on its $10-a-day child care plan, and this uncertainty is only adding to the stress that families looking for affordable child care are already facing.” “Not only will the new child care regulations hurt providers, but it will also deliver the exact opposite of what the NDP has promised — to bring affordable child care and more spaces to B.C. They must stop reiterating empty slogans from four years ago, sit down with child care providers, and start telling parents who need access to affordable child care what their plans are.”
* New cost regulations for the Childcare Fee Reduction Initiative will come into effect on April 1. * As a result of this change, the BC Liberal Caucus has learned that thousands of potential new child care spaces are on hold. * These rules mean that new child care spaces are ineligible for government funding if their costs don’t fall under the 70th percentile range for the region. [link] * Due to the high cost of providing new child care spaces, this has blocked many providers from expanding or starting new operations. * Some providers who have already secured leases and made financial obligations in anticipation of new spaces may be bankrupted by these new rules, which prevent them from paying their debts. * The funding for the 52 prototype sites, which currently provide around 2,500 licensed child care spaces through B.C’s Early Learning and Child Care Agreement (ELCC) with the federal government, is set to expire on March 31, 2021. The NDP government has yet to announce a decision on future funding models of these sites.
Fraudulent COVID-19 document seized at Toronto Airport oNTArIo’S Peel Regional Police’s investigators from the Airport Division Criminal Investigations Bureau have charged a man arriving from an international flight at Toronto Pearson International Airport with allegedly using a fraudulent COVID-19 document. On Sunday, March 21 at 4 p.m., police attended the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) section to assist. The CBSA officer had conducted an inspection check of various entry documents, including a negative COVID-19 document that appeared to be fraudulent. Public Health reviewed it. The 45-year-old man from Edmonton was arrested and charged for ‘unlaw-
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‘Making British Columbia more welcoming, just and equitable for everyone’ PREMIER John Horgan and Rachna Singh, Parliamentary Secretary for Anti-Racism Initiatives, on Sunday reaffirmed in a statement marking the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination their “commitment to stand together against racism and continue our work to make British Columbia more welcoming, just and equitable for everyone.” Horgan and Singh pointed out: “The last year has shown we must do more to address systemic discrimination
and hatred in this province. Through COVID-19, we’ve seen a rise in anti-Asian and anti-Indigenous racism, and a worldwide focus on antiBlack racism through the Black Lives Matter movement.” They said: “As a government, we are committed to a future where everyone is treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their race or the colour of their skin. We’ve already made progress towards this goal by re-establishing the Human Rights Commis-
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PRIME Minister Justin Trudeau on Sunday said in a statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination that far too many people here in Canada and around the world, continue to face discrimination, hate, and human rights violations simply because of the colour of their skin, their background, or their faith. He added: “Today, on the International Day for the Elimination
of Racial Discrimination, we reaffirm our commitment to end racism and racial discrimination in all its forms, and we reflect on the work left to do to build a fairer and more equitable country.” Trudeau noted: “This past year, thousands of Canadians across the country took to the streets to peacefully demand an end to anti-Black racism, systemic discrimination, and white suprem-
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racism in health care. “We introduced legislation to advance the implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. We are also responding to the recommendations from a number of key reports, including the Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and the Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. Working in collaboration with partners, including Indigenous youth, will continue to be our priority as we move forward with this work. “As part of our commitment to end anti-Black racism and systemic discrimination, we are also working closely with Black-led organizations to advance equitable access to opportunities and supports. Last year, we launched Canada’s first-ever Black Entrepreneurship Program to help ensure Black business owners and entrepreneurs receive access to financial support, while helping them recover from the pandemic and grow their businesses. Last month, in order to
address the over-incarceration of Indigenous peoples and Black Canadians, we introduced legislation aimed at reforming sentencing practices and promoting diversion from the criminal justice system in cases where that can be done safely. We have also supported anti-racism programming and bolstered the collection of racebased data at Statistics Canada to better assist in making evidence-based decisions, which will help fight discrimination. “While we have made progress toward a more just and equal society, more still needs to be done, and the Government of Canada remains committed to this work. Through Canada’s Anti-Racism Strategy and with the support of the Federal AntiRacism Secretariat, we will continue to work to eliminate systemic racism in Canada. “On behalf of the Government of Canada, I encourage Canadians to stand up against racism, discrimination, and xenophobia, whenever and wherever they occur. By working together, we can build a fairer, more inclusive, and better Canada for everyone.”
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Province says changes to long-term care visitation on the way PEOPLE in long-term care and their loved ones will have more ways to safely spend time together, with long-term care visitation rules easing on April 1. “This pandemic has taken an incredible toll on people in long-term care and on their loved ones,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, on Thursday. “We are grateful for the sacrifices people living and working in long-term care and their families have made to keep one another safe. With vaccines bringing an important layer of protection for everyone in our province, it is a safe time to ease visitor restrictions and support safe
Adrian Dix social connections for people in long-term care.” Beginning April 1, all residents in long-term care and assisted living will be able to have frequent, routine opportunities for social visitation. Eased restrictions include: * removing the requirement
for a single designated social visitor to allow for additional family and friends to visit longterm care and assisted living residents; * expanding the number of visitors so up to two visitors, plus a child, will be allowed to visit at a time, allowing people to connect in small groups; * changing the allowable location of visits so family and friends can visit in residents’ rooms without staff present; and * allowing physical touch between visitors and residents, provided appropriate infection prevention and control measures, like masks and hand hygiene, are in place.
Social visitation will continue to be suspended during outbreaks and will continue to require advanced booking, visitor health screening, use of medical masks and frequent hand hygiene. “Changes to long-term care visitation to allow for increased social connection are incredibly welcome news for seniors and Elders in longterm care, and the communities that support them,” said Mable Elmore, Parliamentary Secretary for Seniors Services and Long-Term Care. “Through the unprecedented challenges this pandemic has posed, B.C. has taken strong action to protect people in
long-term care and their loved ones, and we will continue to do everything we can to keep people in long-term care healthy and safe, both during this pandemic and beyond.” Early in the pandemic, public health officials identified people living in long-term care and assisted living as particularly vulnerable to severe outcomes from COVID-19. In response, the Province took unprecedented action to protect seniors and deliver better care to keep people safe and healthy. “This year has been challenging for all of us, but the challenges for those living and working in long-term care and
their loved ones have been among the greatest we have faced,” said Dr. Bonnie Henry, Provincial Health Officer. “Now that the most vulnerable among us have received a vaccine, we are safely amending restrictions to give people in long-term care greater opportunities to connect with the people they love.” People living and working in long-term care and assisted living were among the very first to receive COVID-19 vaccinations as a part of B.C.’s strategy to use vaccines to protect those most vulnerable to severe illness first and reduce transmission in high-risk settings.
Pharmacists strengthen team-based primary care team FIFTY new clinical primary care pharmacists are joining B.C.’s primary care strategy through the Pharmacists in Primary Care Network (PCN) program. “Clinical pharmacists are an important part of B.C.’s healthcare system as they are one of the more accessible healthcare professionals in our communities. By being part of our team-based model, they will provide a real solution by working directly with patients with complex conditions,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Health, on Wednesday. “The new clinical pharmacists will be working in primary care networks in all health authority regions and with other health-care providers to provide better access to health care in communities throughout B.C.” As part of B.C.’s primary care strategy, the Ministry of Health has been working with the Uni-
versity of British Columbia’s faculty of pharmaceutical sciences since 2018 to create a program to add 50 new primary care clinical pharmacists in primary care networks around the province. “The Pharmacists in PCN Program will support the integration of the pharmacists into team-based primary care networks across B.C. to optimize drug therapy outcomes for patients,” said Dr. Peter Zed, Associate Dean, practice innovation and executive program lead, UBC faculty of pharmaceutical sciences. “The addition of pharmacists in primary care networks enables and supports continuity of care across the health care continuum.” Over the next few months, 20 new primary care clinical pharmacists will be hired and integrated as part of team-based care in primary care networks throughout the province. This
includes one clinical pharmacist who joined the Kootenay Boundary primary care network in January 2021 and one who joined the Comox primary care network earlier in March. Eight more pharmacists will join primary care networks in Vancouver, Richmond, Ridge Meadows and Oceanside in April. The remaining 30 clinical pharmacists are expected to join primary care teams beginning in fall 2021. “B.C.’s family doctors welcome the opportunity to include clinical pharmacists into the team-based care environment, especially when it comes to taking care of patients with complex conditions who are often on multiple medications,” said Dr. Matthew Chow, President, Doctors of BC. “Working alongside family doctors and nurse practitioners, the expertise of clinical pharmacists can be extremely
valuable in helping optimize medication management and enhancing the overall patient experience. When we are fully integrated, we learn from each other’s strengths to better manage complex and chronic diseases.” The Government of British Columbia is supporting the program with up to $30.9 million in funding over three years. These primary care clinical pharmacists will support the team by working directly with patients with complex conditions, such as those with chronic health conditions, to provide comprehensive oneon-one patient medication review. Using their specialized knowledge and training, they will provide expert input to physicians and nurse practitioners on different drug therapy options, drug regimen adjustments and patient safety issues, such as drug interactions and adverse drug events.
Their focus is preventing and resolving medication-related problems, so patients have better health outcomes and higher quality of life. They will do so by educating patients about their medications and helping remove barriers that prevent them from following prescription advice. By providing clinical pharmacy services directly in primary care networks, patients will benefit as their physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists and other health professionals will be able to work more closely together in team-based practices to share records and target services around a patient’s specific health-care needs. To ensure the best care of patients, these primary care clinical pharmacists will also work closely with other pharmacy service providers from both health authorities and community pharmacies to improve continuity
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Maddaugh Elementary: Third new Surrey school to open this year A new school opens in Surrey next week, the third new school this school year in B.C.’s fastest-growing community, providing much needed classrooms for more than 600 students. “This is excellent news for Surrey students and families that another new school is opening this year, reducing the number of portables needed in the district and providing another dynamic, 21st-century learning environment in the community,” said Jennifer Whiteside, Minister of Education. “After years of underinvestment by the previous government, Surrey families are starting to see concrete results of our work to give their children a better place to learn.” The ministry provided $23.8 million for the new Mad-
expansion at Sullivan Elementary is scheduled to open in June. This means over 2,300 new student seats will have opened in Surrey schools in 2020-21, eliminating the need for nearly 100 portables. “Families in Clayton North have been waiting a long time for a new school to open up in their community, and we are ecstatic for it to finally become a reality for children in the neighbourhood,” said Mike Starchuk, MLA for SurreyCloverdale. “Our government has stepped up to invest more funding to ensure students can benefit from the new Maddaugh Elementary school as soon as possible.” More than $410 million has been invested in school ex-
Jennifer Whiteside daugh Elementary, while the Surrey School District contributed $7.1 million toward the cost of the new school. Two other new Surrey schools, Edgewood and Douglas elementary, have opened since September. To further benefit students with improved learning environments, new classroom additions have already opened this year at the Frost Road and Coyote Creek elementary schools. A school
pansions, seismic upgrades and land purchases for future schools in the last four years, helping create nearly 8,900 new student seats by 2024. Another six expansion projects are currently supported by the Province and are expected to bring about 2,400 more new seats to the community once they are approved. “The Clayton area is one the fastest-growing communities in our school district,” said Laurie Larsen, Chair, Surrey Board of Education. “Maddaugh Elementary is a much-needed addition to our school district that will ease capacity in neighbouring schools and provide a modern learning environment for our students.” In addition to adding more classroom space to the dis-
trict, the new Maddaugh Elementary includes space for before- and after-school child care programming, giving parents a more convenient way to have their children cared for outside of school hours. “The new child care spaces at Maddaugh Elementary mean dozens of Lower Mainland families will benefit from the fastest creation of child care spaces in our province’s history,” said Katrina Chen, Minister of State for Child Care. “Offering child care on school grounds saves parents time with pickups and drop-offs, but more importantly, it helps provide kids with a smoother transition into the K-12 system.” Even though the overall number of Surrey students continues to grow through-
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Federal NDP: Liberal government is not addressing systemic racism in policing
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were treated and how the man later charged with murder and his family were dealt with, underscores systemic racism and discrimination that must be eliminated from policing in Canada.” He asserted: “It is unacceptable that RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki left the family and public waiting for more than 14 months while reviewing an interim report. It is also outrageous that the RCMP withheld its own report from the CRCC until February 2020. “Clearly, the only way to make sure that the RCMP prioritizes the complaints and reviews of the CRCC is to make timelines man-
datory in legislation with a statutory obligation of disclosure.” Harris said: “Last summer the Prime Minister took a knee and acknowledged that systemic racism permeates every institution in Canada, yet Canadians are still waiting for the type of transformative and sustained action required from the Liberal government to eliminate systemic racism from our policing and justice systems. The findings in this report make it quite clear that marginalized people need much more than symbolic gestures from the Prime Minister – they need leadership and accountability.”
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Canada welcomes UN Human Rights Council resolution on Sri Lanka FOREIGN Affairs Minister Marc Garneau on Tuesday welcomed the adoption of the UN Human Rights Council’s (UNHRC) resolution on promoting reconciliation, accountability and human rights in Sri Lanka. Garneau said: “Today’s resolution represents the international community’s continued support for ensuring reconciliation, accountability and respect for human
rights in Sri Lanka. Canada, as part of the Core Group on this resolution, worked alongside members of the council for the passage of this resolution. The Human Rights council plays a key role in preventing future serious violations, as well as in addressing those of the past.” He noted: “The new resolution advances accountability in Sri Lanka by mandating the Office
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Fix staff shortage and properly fund BC Ambulance Paramedics, says union CINDY McQueen, President of CUPE Local 389 (North Vancouver), on Tuesday said that she was very concerned about recent comments from a group of mayors who proposed to address the problem of ambulance response times by having firefighters carry out some of the duties of paramedics. McQueen added that the real solution was for municipal councils to instead work with the provincial government and the BC Ambulance Paramedics to immediately fix the staff shortage and properly fund this essential service that literally saves lives. She said: “Firstly, it is my understanding that the firefighters have no appetite to do more work on top of their already stressful workloads. You need only to attend a budget meeting in many municipalities to hear the distressing stories our firefighters face every day as a result of understaffing. The shortage of doctors in our province has not resulted in suggestions that the issue be resolved by having nurses take up the slack, because nurses face their own staffing and work challenges. Similarly, we don’t propose to manage understaffing of fire departments with volunteer firefighters. Municipalities understand that taking on a new service, its cost and administration, would further strain the already straining municipal budgets and is not a long-term or sustainable solution.” McQueen pointed out: “These understaffing problems did not just happen overnight, they are a result of massive cutting of these and other community services over many
years. We have come to know over the past year the unbelievable dedication provided by these front-line workers going far and beyond the call. In addition to shortages of staff, paramedics have been hit hard in responding to the ongoing opioid crisis as well as a pandemic resulting in a skyrocketing of calls related to mental health and isolation.” According to the Ambulance Paramedics of BC, 60 to 100 paramedics need to be hired just in the Metro Vancouver area. When you have one quarter of the ambulances across the Lower Mainland understaffed and 30 ambulances are parked and out of service due to staff shortages, there is clearly a crisis in the ambulance service, McQueen said. She said she supports the call from Troy Clifford, President of the Ambulance Paramedics of BC (CUPE Local 873) for immediate intervention and support from all levels of government and the ministry to address the need for more staff and resources in communities to provide timely medical care, treatment and transport, by paramedics who are highly trained to provide these services. “This understaffing has been a tragedy in waiting and now has become critical,” said McQueen. “If you want to ask someone who is devastated by what is happening, ask a paramedic.” CUPE Local 389 compromises workers in municipalities, K-12, community services, libraries, recreation and culture sectors on the North Shore and Sea-to-Sky.
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Garneau said: “Canada will continue to urge Sri Lanka to uphold its human rights obligations, end impunity and undertake a comprehensive accountability process for all violations and abuses of human rights. Canada believes the resolution is a step toward securing a safe, peaceful and inclusive future for Sri Lanka, and, to this end, we stand ready to support efforts that work towards this goal.”
OBITUARY DR. INDERJIT (ANDY) JASSAL IT is with heavy hearts that we announce the untimely passing of Dr. Inderjit (Andy) Jassal. Andy departed this world unexpectedly on March 20, 2021, leaving behind his beloved wife Navjot, and sons Kavin, Karam and Kaveer. He is also survived by his parents Mohinder and Satinder Jassal, sister Meena (Ron), brother-in-law Sam (Vimmy), sister-in-law Reena (Ashok), as well as many uncles, aunts, cousins, nephews, nieces, and friends locally and in India, the UK, and Australia. Andy was born June 13, 1978. After completing a Bachelor of Science (Honors) in Physiology at the University of British Columbia, Andy traveled to Australia to further his studies. He graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Sydney in 2005. After completing family medicine residency at the University of British Columbia, Andy first practiced in Hope, BC, eventually building his practice in Surrey. Andy was adored by both his patients and the family medicine residents he taught. Andy touched everyone he knew with his kindness, compassion and willingness to help anyone in any capacity without hesitation. He met everyone with a smile and kind word. Andy’s family is grateful for the outpouring of support in this difficult time. Due to current circumstances the memorial and prayer services on Sunday, March 28 will be limited to immediate family.
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PEOPLE living in six B.C. municipalities who want to use electric kick scooters will soon be on their way, thanks to a newly approved provincial pilot project. The pilot project allows the B.C. government to partner with communities on a measured approach to assess e-mobility as a safe mode of personal transportation. “We know people are changing the way they travel, and it’s important that our regulations address e-mobility as an emerging mode of personal transportation,” said Rob Fleming, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, on
E-mobility pilot project gets green light in 6 municipalities
Rob Fleming Tuesday. “We will be working closely with these communities to test and research how the electric kick scooter can get us where we need to go, safely for everyone.” The six participating munici-
palities are: * City of Kelowna * City of Vancouver * City of North Vancouver * District of North Vancouver * District of West Vancouver * City of Vernon Amendments to the B.C. Motor Vehicle Act in 2019 made it possible for communities to collaborate with the Province in a three-year pilot project that examines the safety of the electric kick scooter on public roadways in the select communities. “People throughout B.C. are eager for new, emerging ways to move around their communities,” said Bowinn
Ma, Minister of State for Infrastructure and MLA for North Vancouver-Lonsdale. “I have heard from many people in North Vancouver and around the province who are looking forward to embracing micromobility devices like electric kickscooters.” Currently, the act does not allow electronic personal transportation (e-mobility devices) on public roads or sidewalks. This includes electric kick scooters, an emerging and popular mode of personal transportation. “To achieve a low-carbon future, our government is supporting clean transporta-
tion technologies that make life better for people,” said George Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy. “Our CleanBC plan supports active transportation for people of all ages and abilities. By partnering with municipalities, we’re finding safe, efficient ways to get around without increasing pollution.” Before electric kick scooters can be legally used on municipal roads in these communities, local governments must first pass their own bylaws, specifying where these devices will be used. The rules of use are like the
rules for an e-bike. People using electric kick scooters must be 16 years or older, wear a helmet and follow the rules of the road for cyclists. A driver’s licence and insurance are not required. As part of the Active Transportation Strategy, Move. Commute. Connect., these pilot projects are examples of government working with communities to find alternative solutions for personal mobility. E-mobility use is expected to contribute to the CleanBC goal of doubling trips taken by walking, biking and other kinds of active networks by the year 2030.
City of Vancouver’s financial position now looking much more positive, says mayor VANCOUVER Mayor Kennedy Stewart on Wednesday applauded City of Vancouver staff, unions, residents, and businesses for coming together through the pandemic and helping stabilize the City’s financial picture despite unprecedented fiscal pressures due to measures undertaken
to battle COVID-19. Stewart’s comments came as the City released its annual Statement of Financial Information (SOFI) report detailing the City’s financial picture for the previous year. The report shows a massive drop of nearly $90 million in operating revenues for 2020.
“Things looked very bleak a year ago when I joined mayors from across the country to sound the alarm about the immense fiscal toll COVID-19 was having on local government budgets,” said Stewart. “And it wasn’t just cities that were dealing with this uncertainty, many residents and
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early concerns about property tax defaults, we delayed payment deadlines to give residents and businesses more breathing room,” he added. “Thanks to the hard work of our City’s Leadership Team, staff, and local unions and with support from senior levels of government, our financial position is now looking much more positive.” Stewart said: “All this said,
we’re not out of the woods yet While our current financial position is encouraging – including managing to maintain our triple-A credit rating – the impact of COVID-19 is still not behind us and we must continue to make prudent financial decisions that support a safe and successful reopening. 2021 will be another year of tough decisions.”
Burnaby RCMP considering assault charges after spitting incident at mall
ON March 22, shortly after 11 a.m., the Burnaby RCMP received a report of an assault that had taken place at the Metropolis mall at Metrotown where an unmasked man allegedly spat in the face of another man. Burnaby frontline investigators responded and arrested a 48-year-old West Vancouver man, charging him with ‘fail to wear a face covering,’ a contravention of the Emergency Programs Act. “The Burnaby RCMP have been made aware of a video circulating on social media that captures a portion of the incident,” said Cpl. Brett Cunningham. “Our investigators are gathering additional evidence and will determine whether assault
charges are appropriate.” The man was released from custody a short time after his arrest and an assault investigation is ongoing. “Burnaby RCMP’s frontline officers and COVID Compliance Enforcement Team continue to conduct regular patrols through businesses including in Metrotown,” said Superintendent Graham De la Gorgendiere, Officer in Charge of the Burnaby RCMP. “This incident is an example of how quickly a situation can escalate. If you encounter someone who is not abiding by the laws, please contact the police and avoid any confrontation.”
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City of Surrey seeks input from residents, business community on City Centre Plan update
THE City of Surrey on Tuesday launched a public engagement campaign to gather input from residents and businesses on an update to the City Centre Plan. In the next 25 years, City Centre’s population is expected to grow to around 85,000 residents. By 2045, the emerging downtown Surrey will be the business
and cultural centre of British Columbia’s most populous municipality. “City Centre is undergoing a significant and dynamic transformation,” said Surrey Mayor Doug McCallum. “Development is accelerating at a rapid pace, transit is expanding, and the region’s centre of gravity is continuing to shift east to Surrey.
This area will not only be a centre for business and culture, but also a vibrant, accessible, and complete community for many new residents for many years to come.” Once a regional suburb, City Centre has been the focus of significant residential and commercial development. To address the changing
Extension of Canada Emergency Business Account to help small businesses
DEPUTY Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and Marg Ng, federal Minister of Small Business, Export Promotion and International Trade, on Monday announced that the deadline for new Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA) applications is being extended from March 31 to June 30. This deadline extension applies to any new applications for CEBA loans of $60,000 or to new applications from businesses that have already received the $40,000 loan and intend to apply for the additional $20,000. The extension will allow more businesses to access the support they need as Canada’s economy continues to deal with localized public health restrictions and, for a number of businesses, reduced opening hours or reduced demand for services. Extending the application deadline to June 2021 also aligns CEBA with the timelines of other federal government support programs for business.
keeping their doors open and their workers on the payroll. Recognizing that businesses are facing challenges as we continue to fight the pandemic, we are extending the CEBA deadline to ensure they have the essential support they need. We are listening to business owners and will continue to be there to support them.” Quick Facts
Chrystia Freeland The government said that the extension of the application deadline and other adjustments that it has made to CEBA, such as introducing the non-deferrable expense stream and increasing the loan amount from $40,000 to $60,000, demonstrate its commitment to stand by small businesses. Ng added: “Our government is committed to bridging businesses through the pandemic until we are ready for recovery. CEBA, along with our other emergency support programs, has been crucial to businesses paying their bills,
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RICHMOND RCMP are looking for witnesses, and possible surveillance video, after a home invasion in the 22000-block of Westminster Highway. At approximately 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 23, a male and female couple were home watching television when their doorbell rang. When the couple answered the door, four men barged in, armed with a crowbar and a possible firearm. Once inside, the suspects restrained the victims before ransacking their home and leaving with several items.
Cpl. Ian Henderson said on Friday: “This was a very frightening incident for the two victims who were simply enjoying a quiet night at home when it happened. However, based on the initial investigation, this incident does not appear to have been a random one. It seems the suspects may have had specific targets in mind, but chose the wrong home at the time.” Police are looking for four suspects, all of whom were wearing dark clothing with hoodies at the time. The investigation is still ongoing. Police are asking nearby
residents to check their home security video systems to see if they may have captured the suspects in the area at around 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday. If you happened to have witness this incident, captured it on security video, or if you have information that may help police identify and locate the suspects, contact the Richmond RCMP at 604278-1212, quoting file number 21-7675. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit them online at www.solvecrime.ca
Surrey collision at bus stop injured three people SURREY RCMP said on Monday that the motor vehicle collision that occurred on Sunday at approximately 5 p.m. at a bus stop on 72 Avenue between 122 Street and 124 Street resulted in injuries to three people, one of whom sustained multiple fractures. A single vehicle left the roadway and mounted the sidewalk striking three people, including a five-year-old girl. The victims were transported to the hospital. The driver of the vehicle is a Class 7 (learner) who was under supervision at the time
of the collision. The Surrey RCMP Criminal Collision Investigation Team has conduct of this investigation. Early indications are that distraction may have been a factor in this collision. Anyone with more information about this incident or dash-cam footage is asked to contact the Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502, or Crime Stoppers, if they wish to remain anonymous, at 1-800-222-8477 or www. solvecrime.ca and reference file 202140801.
Surrey RCMP seek help in Sunday’s hit-and-run SURREY RCMP are seeking witnesses and video to assist in the investigation of a hitand-run collision in Newton. Police are also appealing for the driver of the vehicle to come forward. On Sunday, March 21 at approximately 9:30 p.m., Surrey RCMP were notified of a pedestrian-involved collision near the intersection of 144 Street and 76 Avenue. A 70-year-old man was walking in the area when a vehicle making a left turn struck him. The vehicle did not remain at the scene or stop to assist the pedestrian. The
pedestrian sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to an area hospital for care. The suspect vehicle is described as a dark coloured hatchback and the driver is described as a South Asian man in his 20s with a beard. Any witnesses with information about this incident, or dash-cam footage, is asked to contact the Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502, or Crime Stoppers, if they wish to remain anonymous, at 1-800-222-8477 or www. solvecrime.ca.
Charges laid in homicide of Ma Cecilia Loreto of New Westminster
CARLO Tobias, 21, and a 15-year-old youth have been charged in connection with the murder of Ma Cecilia Loreto, whose burned body was was discovered in Burnaby’s Greentree Village Park on March 18 at 1:57 a.m., the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) announced on Wednesday. Loreto’s death was deemed a homicide. IHIT took conduct of the case and determined that she was likely killed at her New Westminster residence earlier in the evening of March 17 before being brought to the area of the park where she was ultimately discovered. On March 23, Tobias and a 15-year-old youth were arrested and each later charged with first-degree murder and indignity to human remains in connection with Loreto’s death. Police said this is believed to be an isolated incident with no connections to any of the other recent acts of violence. All the parties involved knew each other. “Our deepest condolences go out to everyone affected by the death of Ma Cecilia, who was known to her friends and colleagues as Maricel or Mycel,” said IHIT Sgt. Frank Jang. “IHIT also recognizes the important contributions made by its partners from the Burnaby RCMP, the New Westmin-
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Suspects in armed robbery in Newton arrested in Burnaby
COORDINATED efforts by the Surrey RCMP and the Burnaby RCMP Gang Enforcement Team resulted in the arrests of two suspects following an alleged armed robbery that occurred in Newton. Shortly before 8 p.m. on March 21, Surrey RCMP were called to a report of a robbery near 57 Avenue and 148 Street. The information received was that two unknown males flagged down a passing vehicle, under the pretense of needing assistance. The suspects are alleged to have produced a weapon and stolen the victims personal property. The suspects then took off in a nearby vehicle. Although the victim was physically unharmed, this was a distressing incident for them. Surrey RCMP said victim services were provided. The Surrey RCMP Gang Enforcement Team (SGET) immediately broadcasted details about
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12126 86 AVENUE, SURREY Kitchen Cabinet Business for Sale. Great location!! Close to Scott Road.
$95,000
OFFICE FOR LEASE IN SURREY 86 Ave and 120 St. Commercial For Lease In Surrey. Great location! Ample parking. Near Shoppers Drug mart. Good customer traffic.
Location! Location! Location! Beautiful one bedroom with view from deck. Stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, fireplace, insuite laundry, geothermal heating with A/C. Close to shopping and transportation. Motivated seller. Rentals allowed with restrictions. Currently rented for $1,500 a month.
GREAT LOCATION!! DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY. PLA already in place for 2 lots. Come and view this split entry home on a 9350 sq. ft. lot with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, unfinished basement with separate entry. The detached garage can house 4 vehicles and is 31 X 34 with high ceilings for all the room you need to work in or store your toys. Buyer to verify information at City Hall. Centrally located and in walking distance to various schools. Close to all amenities and in a great family neighbourhood.
$499,888
$1,200,000
10 Acres Farm for Sale in Aldergrove with good Blueberry crop.
Townhouse Site For Sale In Langley
Development Land For Sale In Langley.
Small Land Assembly For Sale In Langley.
50 Units, all double car garage in Langley. Application already in city hall.
2.45 Acres Development land for mixed use for Sale. Good location. Priced to sell !!
Small Land assembly as an assignment for 20 Units Stack Townhouse In Langley.
Great investment property.
$24 / sq. ft.
Approx 10 Acres Farm in Aldergrove
FREE HOME EVALUATION UNDER NO OBLIGATION
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#202 9453 120 Street, Delta, BC V4C 6S2 • Ph.: 778-564-3008
604.418.9798 Email: inderc2c@gmail.com
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WANT TO BUY / SELL?
Tejinder S. Bansal REALTOR
604.671.5783 Email: tbansal@msn.com
5137 CALVERT DR, DELTA
131 AVE 236 ST. MAPLE RIDGE
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12171 64 AVE, SURREY This beautiful house offers you 3 bedroom upstairs with 2.5 bathroom and having spacious living room and family room, with two bedroom and one bedroom side suite. Close to both levels of schools, shopping and transportation. Suites rented to good tenant.
New subdivision, 2-Building lots, Side by side, below market price.
COMPLETION JUNE / JULY
Beautiful in and outside totally remodelled. 3 bedroom, 2 Bathroom Rancher. 66'x102' lot in a very desirable area. ASKING ONLY
Multiple Realty Ltd. 768 Kingsway, Vancouver TEL: 604-434-1431 www.multiplerealty.com
ASKING ONLY
$699,999
$1,049,000
6340 BUSWELL ST, RICHMOND
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Industrial Warehouse in Richmond Near No. 6 Road on 1999 Savage. Call for more info.
Top oor, Corner unit, 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom, Prime Location, Short walk to Richmond Sky Train, Rental OK
darshanbains@hotmail.com
VANCOUVER’S NEW LUXURY HOME E SIV LU ING C EX IST L
Want to Buy or Sell your home in good price? I’ll sell your home fast... Call Darshan Bains W NETING LIS Beautiful 8 Bedroom
3 Level House in Vancouver 2 LEVEL • 9 BED • LOT: 43.56 x 204.5 Two fully finished basement 2-2 bedrooms and one extra bedroom for upstairs. Loaded with limestone, luxurious exterior. Radiant heat, large sundeck, mountain view, 8 parking, backyard like a park.
3 Level house. 4 Bedrooms up and 2 basements. 17 years old house. Huge lot. Back Lane. Nice location. Walking distance to all amenities, School and transit. Easy access to Richmond and Airport. Please call for more information. Showing with appointment only.
Asking 2.49 Million
HOME IN PANORAMA COMING SOON !! MEGARIDGE IN HALF ACRE. PANORAMA RIDGE.
3 LEVEL HOUSE IN FRASERVIEW AREA
6 bedroom house with 2 suites. Huge lot 10,890 sq.ft. or 82x132 lot.
2 NEW LISTINGS
1319 E 35th Ave, Vancouver
Big Size Lot (42x114) Big Size Lots (50x120 SF) House in Vancouver
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6 bed • 6 bath • 2,741 Sq Ft
13977 18 Ave, Surrey
8 Bed, 7 Bath, 6,355 Sq Ft, 20,020 SF Lot, Built: 2017
$3,999,888
Stunning new home in Sunnyside with a sun drenched North backyard. Beautifully crafted w/ultra high end construction & finishing. Exclusive open concept designed & built by a professional Builder. Water on demand systems. Build in A/C and more. Huge kitchen w/elegant cabinets. Feature Island, wok kitchen. Designer Lighting. High celling in living room welted ceiling in the Family room area. Four security cameras with monitor. Tile & Engg wood floor. Media room w/wet bar and Billiard room. In ground sprinkler System, Professionally landscaped. Legal two bedroom suite. Two front gates entry U shape driveway. This is perfect family home close to Bay ridge/Ray Shepherd Elementary and Elgin high school catchment.
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SITE FOR SALE IN LANGLEY Three townhouse site available in Langley. For more details call Vipan Sharma
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Trusted name in the Community
Raj Janda
604-649-6500
Email: rjanda1@hotmail.com 13331 66A AVE, SURREY
3 Bed • 2 Bath • 1500 SF Lot
5504 125A STREET, SURREY
West Newton, Rancher with 3761 Sqft lot. Main floor have Living room, dining room, K i t c h e n , f a m i l y ro o m , 3 Bedrooms and 2 full Bathrooms. walking distance both Schools, Close all Amenities. All measurements are approximate, buyer to verify.
5 Bed • 3 Bath • 10,497 SF lot
ASKING ONLY
ASKING ONLY
$999,900
$1,649,000
NEW LISTING
13833 60 AVENUE, SURREY
6 Bed • 5 Bath • 2,813SF ASKING ONLY
7448 140 ST, SURREY
Panorama Ridge 2 Storey custom built property is sitting on a 10,497 sf lot surrounding by trees in a tranquil settings. 2665 Sqft home with 5 bedrooms and 3 Full bath. Main floor have living room, Kitchen, dining room 3 bedrooms + 2 full baths, storage space and Basement have 2 bedroom suite. Ideally located in a neighbourhood full of million-dollar homes and close proximity to Highway 10, 99 and 91. located only steps to Colebrook Elementary School, Joe Brown Park and Mud Bay Park.
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$1,099,000 6960 126A ST, SURREY
8762 BROOKE ROAD, DELTA
Sullivan Station 3 Story house built in 2015 with 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. Main floor have Living room, dining room, Kitchen, family room, Sundeck and 4 piece bathroom. Above 4 Bedrooms and 2 full Bathrooms and Legal Basement suite with 2 Bedroom and 2 bathroom .All measurements are approximate, buyer to verify.
4 Bed • 2 Bath • 14,187 SF lot ASKING ONLY
$1,299,000
$1,299,900
Attention Builders & Investors! HUGE lot in beautiful rancher on a 14,187 SF Lot. 3 story Building plan made close to 5800 sqft home+ Big shed, Abrorist Report, Survey & Trusses package are available. Rented out for month to month $2800 + Utility. This home just over 1,900 SF of efficient living space as well as a 200 SF solarium / sunroom. Close to public transit, parks, Alex Fraser bridge and across the street from Brooke Elementary. 4 bed, 2 bath, large living room & large family room with a good size kitchen and dining room. This home have potential, renovate this already charming rancher to the perfect home with a large backyard. Or use the 14,187 sqft lot to build your dream home.
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$1,449,900 16718 63B AVENUE
ASKING ONLY
$1,549,000
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604.762.8400 E: Deepsaran62@gmail.com
#104,13049-76 Ave. Surrey BC 604.596.1800
604-825-1400 E: Malkeetsinghsaran@gmail.com www.malkeetsinghsaran.com
5289 188 ST, CLOVERDALE
40 UNITS FOR SALE (T/HOME SITE) WITH PLA APPROVED
5812 124A ST, SURREY
90 UNITS CONDO SITE FOR SALE (PLA APPROVED) Beautiful property with 3 lots PLA approved by City of Surrey, lot sizes from 25000, 12500, 10000 sq. feet. Please don't walk to the property without an appointment and no sale sign on the property as per seller's request. Please arrange a safe showing and consider COVID-19 rules. COVID waiver form is required for all showings. Registered daycare running the house.
$3,300,000
116 CONDO UNITS + 20 TOWN HOMES SITE FOR SALE
100 Y E A R S S I N C E
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Beautiful property with basement suite, could be subdivided into 2 lots, (Confirm with the City of Surrey), lot size 16770 sqft.
$1,799,999
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220 E 49TH AVE, VANCOUVER
7743 115 ST, DELTA
SHOWINGS : SAT 2-4, SUN 11-1 PM
10,800 SQ.FT. LOT. SUB DIVIDABLE LOT
Beautiful property live in it yourself or tear down and build your dream home. Showings on Saturday 2-4 PM and Sunday 11-1 PM. Call now to book private showing.Wont last long. Spacious 6-bedroom, 2-bathroom house centrally located in Vancouver, 10 mins drive to downtown close to SkyTrain station, community centre. Walking distance to schools, shopping, groceries, coffee shops and restaurants. This cute family home offers character features throughout & a fantastic fenced-in yard. It is a perfect house if you are looking to renovate or tear it down. Lots of potential here so bring your decorating ideas. Good holding property with good rental and potential redevelopment in the future. Check with city to verify.
ASKING
Beautiful 90 by 120 lot. Third reading done, waiting on docs from city. Potential to build 2 single family homes once subdivision goes through. The houses on proposed "Lots A and B would have 253 m2 (2,723 ft2) of above-ground oor area with an in-ground basement oor area of 121 m2 (1,302 ft2) for a total oor area of 374 m2 (4,026 ft2)." from city docs--
$1,400,000
ASKING
$1,749,000
Buy or Sell your house with me... I will pay the legal fee of that house!! 7412 GOVERNMENT RD, SURREY
7654 ENDERSBY ST, BURNABY
8770 112 STREET DELTA
10966 148 STREET SURREY
Prestigious Government Road impressive lines and open concept living. Large custom steel encased windows and steel stringer staircase. Caesarstone Countertops and Thermador appliances in kitchen. Sunny Library/Home office on the main. Ensuites in all 4 bedrooms. Vaulted ceilings in the Master bedroom. Riobel and Kholer xtures in bathrooms. On the lower oor, Games room, Wet bar, and Screening room. Sonos HiFi sound system throughout the house. All Systems roughed in for potential in-lawsuite.ClosetoCostco,HighwaysandShopping.
LOCATION! LOCATION! Renovate or build your Perfect home on a LARGE 60x119 at lot on one of the best streets in the popular Crest neighborhood. This 2340 sqft home features a main oor with original hardwood oors, 3 bedrooms, updated kitchen, large living room, huge 250 sqft ex/mud room. The basement includes 2 bedrooms & its own separate entrance. Lane access with a 18'x24' detached garage. Walking distance to Cariboo Hill Secondary, Armstrong Elementary & St. Michaels School.Callforaprivateshowing.
19,074 sq ft lot . APPROVED for 3 RSC LOTS with coach homes off back lane with City of Delta. Central Location, Private Setting, PrivateYard.
Amazing beautiful renovated house on a 7800sqft lot. Amazing beautiful renovated house on a 7800 sqft lot
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$2,230,000
$1,548,000
$2,100,000
$1,255,000 8134 112A STREET DELTA
Great investment property
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CRIME OF THE WEEK DO YOU RECOGNIZE EITHER OF THESE MAIL THEFT SUSPECTS? Unsolved Crime: Theft; Date: Oct 1, 2020; Details: File# 2020-3975 Location: 6500-block of Bonsor Avenue, Burnaby On October 1, 2020, at approximately 5:30 a.m., the two suspects broke into an apartment building in the 6500-block of Bonsor Avenue. While in the mail room, the suspects broke into multiple sets of mail boxes, taking all the mail they could carry.
SUSPECT 1 is described as Asian, Medium build, Short dark hair wearing black jacket, white shirt, blue jeans, black shoes, black & white mask and black glove on his left hand.
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Team up two of the biggest stars in Hollywood history and throw them into an “ epic” period piece and you may just have an appealing movie. That’s exactly what unfolds in Iron Mask, a new and exciting swashbuckling epic from VVS Films. Chart a course for adventure by contacting your local cable company or internet provider to unmask the iron mask. Back in time we go to the age of dragons. Two prisoners on different paths hold the key to survival in this far-fetched fantasy that spans the globe - or at least the mysterious Far East. Holed up in a jail manned by an evil gatekeeper are, amongst others, an aging Chinese “criminal” and a said to be “deposed” leader of Russia. Man of all seasons and countless broken bones Jackie Chan (Rush Hour) portrays the aging Master. Alongside the masked Peter the Great the two bid their time under merciless jailor James Hook. None other than Arnold the Great , former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger ( Commando) returns to the screen as this comical caricature who delights in facing off and beating down his prisoners. Against this backdrop in 1700 a roaming map maker makes his way to of all places China where a village is being run by
a tyrannical witch masquerading as a Princess . Jason Flemyng ( Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels) keeps a straight face throughout as Jonathan Green, a man of mystery who winds up in the middle of a battle royal complete with a real princess out to recapture her throne against the wishes of a evil witchy woman. Made In2019 under the original name Viy 2 this two hour fantasy has the dubious distinction of receiving lots of negative reviews. Reality check to all those arm chair so-called movie
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experts: wake up. It’s only a movie. This is meant as a tongue in cheek B-level film and on this level in my mind it works. You just can’t take this nonsense seriously - nor should you. All the over the top performances and crazy one liners by Arnold are fun to see and hear. The whole film is stupid but it is so bad it’s fun and a guilty pleasure. ;Iron Mask provides loads of action and combines science and technology with history and ancient mythology. Go ahead, be brave and check out Iron Mask.
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CLASSIFIEDS Phone: 604-502-6100 Fax: 604-501-6111 Email: voiceclassified@gmail.com
Urban Era Builders & Developers Ltd is currently hiring Four Permanent/ full-time Carpenters to join their team as soon as possible $28/hour (Overtime after 40 hours per week) + 4% vacation pay. minimum 40 hours per week. Start As soon as possible. English -Oral and written.Completion of High school is required. At least 2 years of experience in the trade OR 3 to 4-year apprenticeship program in carpentry duties:Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, Determine specifications and calculate requirements; Prepare layouts according to building codes, using measuring tools; Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials; Build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring, erect walls and roof systems; Fit and install trim items, such as doors, stairs, moulding and hardware; Maintain, repair and renovate wooden structures in residential and commercial buildings; May supervise other construction workers.Work Location: various construction sites throughout lower mainland Business address: Unit#110-6086 Russ baker Way, Richmond, BC. V7B 1B4.To apply, email your resume at jobsurbanera@ gmail.com We welcome indigenous people, vulnerable youth and newcomers to apply. Hurricane Damp Roofing LTD is looking forward to hire 2 permanent fulltime Insulators to join their constructive team.Wage:$ 29/hr– 40 hours per week. Start As soon as possible Location: 6158 143 Street, Surrey, BC V3X0E5(Various locations through lower mainland )Language at work: English. A combination of over four years of work experience in the related field and high school education. Job Duties: Apply insulation materials to walls, floors, and ceilings of buildings and other structures, determine insulation requirements and select type of insulation required based on the drawings and specifications, Measure and cut insulating material to required dimensions using hand and power tools, Apply and secure insulation using spraying, blowing, pasting, strapping, taping and other application and installation methods, Fit insulation around obstructions and between studs and joists, Install vapor barriers, Apply waterproofing cement over insulating materials to finish surfaces. We welcome youth, newcomers and aboriginal people.How to Apply: Emailhurricanedamproofing@gmail.com
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New Delhi, March 24 (IANS): The controversial Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2021, was passed by Parliament on Wednesday, with the Rajya Sabha clearing the provision amid pandemonium, in a major setback to Delhi’s ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). The Bill, ensuring more constitutional powers to the Central government’s appointed Lt. Governor as against the Delhi Assembly, had been passed by the Lok Sabha. Moments after the GNCTD (Amendment) Bill, 2021 got the Rajya Sabha’s approval, the Delhi Cabinet, including Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, took to social media to slam the move, alleging the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Centre was attempting to rule the national capital through the backdoor.
Kejriwal, in a tweet, said: “RS passes GNCTD amendment Bill. Sad day for Indian democracy. We will continue our struggle to restore power back to people. Whatever be the obstacles, we will continue doing good work. Work will neither
stop nor slow down.” Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia tweeted in Hindi: “Today is a black day for democracy. The rights of the elected government have been given to the Lt Governor. The sad part is that the Parliament, which
is the temple of democracy, has been chosen to murder democracy. The people of Delhi will resist these dictatorial trends.” The discussions on the new legislation -- which gives greater powers to the Lt Governor -- led to heated arguments in the upper House of Parliament a number of times. Members of the Trinamool Congress, the AAP and the Congress, among many other opposition leaders, raised slogans against the legislation. Due to the ruckus, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman had to cut short her speech in her reply to the Finance Bill 2021. During the debate on the Bill, Trinamool member Derek O’Brien alleged that Bharatiya Janata Party members were constantly commenting on him and that this was against the rules of the House.
New York (IANS): The COVID-19 vaccine, developed by Oxford University and AstraZeneca and distributed in India as Covishield, that has been questioned by some European countries has received a shot in the arm with a US trial of over 32,000 people giving it 79 per cent efficacy. The company said on Monday that the Phase 3 trials in the US showed an efficacy of 80 per cent in people over the age of 65, the most vulnerable group for contracting COVID-19 with deadly consequences. Twenty per cent of the trial participants were over the age of 65. The vaccine, known by the scientific name AZD1222, was 100 per cent effective in preventing hospitalisation, the company said. It means that even those who contracted COVID-19 after vaccination had only less severe
symptoms and did not need intensive treatment in a hospital. The independent Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) which reviewed the trial results found no safety issues, the company said. The trial results showed no evidence of blood clotting risks, which had been claimed by some European countries that stopped the using the vaccine for a few days, AstraZeneca said. The European Medical Agency (EMA), which has approved the vaccine, had already debunked the claims of a link to clotting. The US study reinforces the efficacy and safety results of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine trials in India elsewhere. It has already been already approved for emergency use in India and more than 70 other countries, but was required to conduct a
separate trial in the US to get approval for use in the country. The World Health Organisation has also authorised its use and the vaccine made by the Serological Institute of India is the backbone of the programme known as COVAX to supply it to developing countries. AstraZeneca said that it will apply to the US Food and Drug Administration for emergency use authorisation based on the study. The US study was a double-blind trial in which two out of three participants received the vaccine, while the other received a placebo — a dummy injection of safe saline water — to evaluate if the vaccine is effective among those receiving the vaccine by comparing the infection in the two groups. In a double-blind trial, neither the participants nor those giving the jabs know if it was a placebo or a real
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The National Investigation Agency 7 Khalistani operatives in Amritsar hand grenades case New Delhi (IANS): The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Monday filed a charge sheet against seven Khalistani operatives in connection with the seizure of two hand grenades from Punjab’s Amritsar. An NIA spokesperson here said that the agency filed a charge sheet against Jajbir Singh Samra aka Jazz, a resident of Tarn Taran, Varinder Singh Chahal, a resident of Amritsar, Kulbir Singh from Ludhiana, Taranbir Singh aka Khanpuria also a resident of Amritsar, Kulwinderjit Singh aka Khanpuria, an opera-
tive of Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) and Harmeet Singh aka PhD, a Pakistan based self-styled chief of Khalistan Liberation Force (KLF) under several sections of the Indian Penal Code, Explosive Substances Act and UA (P) Act in the NIA Special Court in Punjab’s Mohali. The official said that during the probe it was found that Jajbir Singh Samra and Varinder Singh Chahal were part of a narco-terror module involved in distributing the heroin smuggled from Pakistan in order to channelise the
proceeds of the drug trafficking to various terrorist entities on the directions of Pakistan based terrorist Harmeet Singh aka PhD. The official said that Samra and Chahal had also picked up grenades and concealed them at a pre-decided location for carrying out terrorist acts to further the conspiracy hatched by Harmeet Singh and Kulwinderjit Singh. The official said that the probe has also revealed that Kulbir Singh, Manjit Kaur and Taranbir Singh had harboured and provided logistics support including accommodation,
and a business visa for Kulwinderjit Singh in Cambodia and Malaysia when he had escaped from India. The NIA registered a case on June 2, 2019 pertaining to seizure of two hand grenades and one Samsung mobile phone from a bag recovered by Punjab Police which was thrown by two unknown motorcycle riders at Harsha Cheena bus stop in Amritsar (Rural) when they were stopped by a police party during regular checking. The NIA had taken over the probe later.
New Delhi (IANS): As the assembly polls in Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry draw closer, Twitter on Wednesday said it is implementing significant product, policy, and enforcement updates to keep the service safe from attempts to manipulate the platform. While a global cross-functional team with local, cultural, and language expertise will run the election integrity work, Twitter said it is taking proactive measures to prevent prohibited politi-
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Sachin Vaze faces terror charges, NIA takes over Hiran case Mumbai (IANS): In a major development in the SUV case, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) has slapped charges under the stringent Unlawful Activities Prevention Act (UAPA) against the arrested-suspended Mumbai Police Assistant Police Inspector Sachin Vaze, officials said on Wednesday. “The agency has added the sections of the UAPA against Vaze, who was arrested on March 13 in connection with Scorpio SUV with 20 gelatin sticks and a threat note, parked near Antilia, the home of industrialist Mukesh Ambani,” an NIA
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The NIA was represented by Additional Solicitor General Anil Singh who submitted to the Court that the Union Home Ministry had directed the Central agency to take over the case from the ATS on March 20. Representing the ATS, Additional Public Prosecutor Anita R. Supare-Deotale argued that the Maharashtra government has not issued any directions on the transfer of the probe to the NIA so far. The ASG, however, contended that the Centre had sent a letter on March 22 to the state Director General of Police who, in turn, informed the state government on March 23 about the transfer of the ATS case to the NIA, which was also confirmed by the ATS Investigating Officer.
Punjab Chief Minister opposes direct bank transfer scheme for farmers
Chandigarh (IANS): Strongly opposing the direct bank transfer scheme for farmers, Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh said on Wednesday that he had written to the Prime Minister seeking early resolution of the matter in view of the upcoming Rabi season. The Chief Minister, who has also sought time from Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a meeting on the issue, sought his personal indulgence to issue appropriate directions to the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution to defer the implementation of the scheme for at least one year. The ‘ahrtiyas’, or commission agents, and the farmers have long-standing relations, he pointed out, questioning the need to change the system when it is working very well. Around 50 per cent farmers give their land on contract, so how will those who till the land get their money under direct bank transfer scheme, the Chief Minister said at a media event. In his letter, Amarinder Singh drew the Prime Minister’s attention to the ministry’s directions, asking the Punjab gov-
ernment to ensure direct payment to farmers along with online submission of the details of land owners and cultivators. Pointing to the age-old relationship that exists in Punjab between the commission agents, who are licencees under the Agriculture Produce Market Committee Act of 1961, and farmers, he noted that for the past many decades, the state’s procurement agencies and the FCI have been procuring foodgrains for the Central pool. The farmers have never complained of non-receipt of payment of minimum support price (MSP), and the state government is ensuring online payment to the farmers, albeit through these ‘arhtiyas’, the Chief Minister added. The Chief Minister further said that the land ownership and tenancy issues may give rise to various avoidable legal complications, especially during the ongoing farmers’ agitation. This, he said, “may also cause avoidable unrest and anguish among the farmers”. He noted that bringing the software in line with the proposed directions shall take considerable time.
Kejriwal sets stage for Punjab poll battle with Kisan rally New Delhi IANS): Setting stage for his party’s campaign in the Punjab Assembly elections due next year, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday addressed a “Kisan Maha Panchayat” in the state’s Moga district. In his address, he hit out the Amarinder Singh-led Congress government, accusing it of not keeping its poll promises and deceiving the people of the state. He said that ‘Captain Sahib’ (Amarinder Singh) had made several promises to the people of Punjab in the run-up to the elections but forgot about them about his victory. With farmers of Punjab in relentless protest against the Centre’s three farm laws, Kejriwal attacked the BJP too, accusing the Modi government at the Centre of bringing the measures without consulting the farmers
Arvind Kejriwal and passing them in an unconstitutional manner. “I have come here to express my gratitude for raising your voice against Centre’s three draconian laws. They (BJP) say only a few states’ farmers are opposing the farm Bills, but it is not the truth. Your struggle from Punjab to Delhi’s borders has become a revolution across the nation and people of this country are not ready to accept these farm laws which are framed for
giving benefit to some selected corporate,” he said. Slamming the BJP, he claimed when farmers from Punjab reached Delhi’s borders, the Centre tried to develop pressure on his government to send them to stadiums, so that they “remain inside like in jails”. “But I did not sign that file despite massive pressure from the Centre. That is why the BJP is now taking revenge from the AAP government now,” he claimed, citing the National Capital Territory of Delhi (NCTD) (Amendment) Act 2021 introduced in Parliament to concentrate all power with the Lt. Governor. “The BJP is doing it because the AAP government did not accept their instructions to put you (farmers) in jails. Instead, I stood in your support and all my leaders and workers participated in protest as sevadars,” he said.
Sack full of Rs.10 million cash seized by election officials in Tamil Nadu
Chennai (IANS): A sack full of currency notes totalling Rs.10 million lying on the roadside was seized by election officials on Tuesday night in Tiruchirappalli district in Tamil Nadu, said a police official. “On Tuesday night at Pettaivaithalai police got information about a group of people in two cars arguing on the road. On seeing the police one group drove away,” a police official in the district told IANS. He said the police saw a sack on the roadside near the car and on opening it they
found cash bundles. Soon after senior police and election officials arrived at the spot. The second group consisting of people belonging to the AIADMK party told the officials that they had just parked the vehicle and no way connected with the sack of cash, police said. The unaccounted cash was then deposited into the state government treasury. The police were not able to trace the car that drove away. The election for Tamil Nadu assembly is slated for April 6.
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My experience will help handling Punjab beyond 2022: Amarinder Chandigarh (IANS): Ruling out any threat from the other major political parties in the next Assembly elections, Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Wednesday said he believed that his experience of governing the state and also in the Army will help him handle the challenges of the state beyond 2022. Speaking at a media event, the Chief Minister trashed the C-voter survey, that gave Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) a lead in the 2022 Assembly polls, as a “paid job” of Arvind Kejriwal. The AAP leader has a huge media Budget he can use to buy such surveys, he said, adding that Kejriwal’s party poses no risk to the Congress in Punjab.
Amarinder Singh “This same company had predicted 100 seats for AAP in 2016-17 and every one knows how many they ultimately got,” he said, adding Kejriwal and his party would meet the same fate in 2022. Pointing out that the Delhi Chief Minister had failed to implement
even 30 per cent of his promises in his previous terms, Amarinder Singh said Kejriwal should focus on his own state instead of talking rubbish in Punjab. “He talks about giving jobs to Punjab when his own track record in Delhi is pathetic!” quipped the Chief Minister. As for the Akalis, they are a divided lot and the party is splintering, with nobody to hold them together, said the Chief Minister, adding that Badal senior is no longer in a position to lead the party due to his age. On the BJP’s prospects in Punjab, his response was “Which BJP?”. The party has no support base in the state, where people are in fact angry with them, he said, adding
that the BJP could even end up getting back with the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) in desperation. On his own suitability to lead his party in the next polls, Amarinder Singh said while no one is indispensable he believes he can help Punjab. He has experience in handling the state, especially agriculture which he had been managing since 1985, whenever in office. Industry has to grow, and they have to have confidence in the leadership, he said, adding that the fact that the state has received Rs 73,000 crore on-ground investment since his government took over in 2017 shows their confidence. Further, said the Chief Minister,
Pakistan also needs to be dealt with an iron hand and his past army training can help him tackle the threat. The Chief Minister pointed out that with 84.6 per cent poll promises fulfilled by the ruling party in these four years, Punjab had set a record in the country. This, he said, was despite the huge losses suffered due to COVID-19 in the past one year. He expressed the confidence that by the end of his term, 100 per cent of the promises made to the people of Punjab would have been fulfilled. “Punjab lives in my heart,” said Amarinder Singh, underlining his commitment to the welfare of the state and its people.
Amarinder Singh responsible for direct benefit transfer scheme for farmers: Akali Dal Chandigarh (IANS): The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) on Thursday held Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh directly responsible for the imposition of the direct benefit transfer scheme for farmers even as it asked him why he was agreeing to implement the scheme even from next year when farmers were opposing it. The SAD also asked the Centre to reconsider its decision on the scheme, saying any unilateral decision on this issue would amount to infringing on the powers of the states and would
lead to further weakening of the federal structure of the country. It condemned the Chief Minister for shedding crocodile tears on the issue now after agreeing in writing to implement the scheme from the forthcoming rabi season. “Now when the rabi season is set to arrive next month he is doing a ‘tamasha’ of writing to the Prime Minister,” said SAD kisan wing president Sikander Singh Maluka. “What has the Chief Minister done to safeguard the interests of farmers
and arhatiyas (commission agents) since the last one and a half years? Why didn’t he meet the Prime Minister till now? Why didn’t he call an all-party meeting on this issue? Why didn’t he take the opposition with him in a joint delegation to the Prime Minister to ensure the age-old system of payment to farmers through ‘arhatiyas’ was not disturbed?” Asking Chief Minister Amarinder Singh not to indulge in skullduggery, Maluka said the truth was that the Congress government never op-
posed the new system to transfer payment for procurement of food grains to farmer accounts directly instead of through ‘arhatiyas’ when it was proposed more than one and a half years back by the Central government. “In fact, the government asked for a one-year period to implement the scheme. Now the Chief Minister is making a display of raising the issue before the Prime Minister when the truth is that he meekly surrendered to the Central government
and agreed to its unjust dictates,” he said. Asking the Chief Minister why he was again asking for one year to implement the system, Maluka said, “If the Chief Minister is clear that the system is not in favour of farmers, he should tell the Prime Minister point blank that the Punjab government will not implement it. It is well within the state’s purview to take this decision. Why is the Chief Minister grovelling before the Centre instead of standing up to it?” he asked.
Kejriwal’s lies re-run of false 2017 promises spree: Punjab Chief Minister Chandigarh (IANS): Punjab Chief Minister Amarinder Singh on Monday ripped into Arvind Kejriwal’s claims and allegations, slamming the AAP chief ’s “lies” as a “re-run of the spree of false promises and cheap attacks on the Congress he had resorted to back in the 2017 polls”. “The people of Punjab were wise to your deceptions then, and can see through them again now,” he said in a hard-hitting response to Kejriwal’s criticism of his government and the Congress. “Kejriwal’s barefaced lies will be exposed again, just as they had been exposed in the 2017 Assembly polls,” Amarinder Singh added, slamming the Aam Aadmi Party national convenor’s
“fabrications and deceptions”. Trashing his Delhi counterpart’s allegation of the Congress government in Punjab failing to fulfill its poll promises, the Chief Minister said it was “ridiculous to compare his government’s track record of over 84 per cent promises implemented with the Delhi government’s pathetic track record of less than 25 per cent of AAP’s 2015 manifesto commitments fulfilled in 2020”. “If this is the Delhi model you (Kejriwal) are promising Punjab, then my people are better off without it,” he said. Instead of indulging in deceitful claims and talking of ‘badla’, Kejriwal should focus on Delhi, which is still waiting for him to fulfill even 50
per cent of his poll promises, said Amarinder Singh. “Data available in public domain shows AAP’s wretched credentials when it comes to delivering on its promises,” he said, indicating the plethora of independent analyses ahead of the 2020 Delhi Assembly polls, which had showed that at the end of its five-year term, the Kejriwal government had fulfilled only 11 of its 70 promises. Slamming Kejriwal’s “dramatics” at a mahapanchayat on Sunday, Amarinder Singh said: “Unlike Delhi’s voters, those in Punjab are not deceived by such hyperbole and have trust in their own eyes and in what they can see on the
ground.” It was a matter of record, said the Chief Minister, that despite Delhi Congress leader Ajay Maken’s repeated questioning on the issue, the AAP government in Delhi had failed to show its progress on its lakhs of jobs’ promise of 2015. Even the much-touted Delhi Skill Mission had failed to take off, he claimed, adding that, as per figures listed in one of the analysis, the Kejriwal government had given jobs to 102 people in 2016, 66 people in 2017, and 46 people until April 2018. “You really have no shame if you can come and criticise my government’s employment record with such data on Delhi,” he added.
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