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The clients told The VOICE newspaper also phoned the travel agency’s phone number on Monday that the agency listed on Google on Monday owners allegedly encouraged and got this message right clients to buy tickets in bulk away: “Sorry, there is no more during the off-season so that room to record new mes- they could sell these at a higher rate during the busy sages.”
season and make profits that numbers were compromised the company would share with and many of them have been them. Many clients invested in ripped off for thousands of such tickets and are now left dollars. high and dry. There were other Tatiana Chabeaux-Smith, allegations as well, including CONTINUED ON 4 that the clients’ credit card
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South Asian boys win 7 gold, 6 silver and 5 bronze medals at B.C. Secondary Schools Wrestling Championships, South Asian girls win 2 gold medals BY RATTAN MALL SOUTH Asian boys won 7 gold, 6 silver and 5 bronze medals in 14 of 17 weight categories at the B.C. Secondary Schools Wrestling Championships. Also, two South Asian girls won gold medals: Pravi Dhaliwal, of Abbotsford’s W.J. Mouat in the 60 kg weight class, and Livleen Sidhu of Burnaby’s St. Thomas More Collegiate in the 69 kg weight class. (Last year, Pravi Dhaliwal won silver in the 60 kg weight class and Livleen Sidhu won silver in the 64 kg weight class.) Abbotsford Traditional Secondary School won the boys’ provincial title with 81 points with Abbotsford’s W.J. Mouat coming second with 60 points and Vancouver’s John Oliver taking the third spot with 44 points. Boys’ results: GOLD 45 kg: Akash Sund, WJM (W.J. Mouat, Abbotsford) (Last year, Sund won bronze in the 41 kg weight class)
48 kg: Jagmeet Klair, Abby Trad (Abbotsford Traditional Secondary School) (Last year, Klair won gold in the 41 kg weight class) 51 kg: Navdeep Toor, Hansen (Rick Hansen, Abbotsford) (Last year Toor won silver in the 48 kg weight class) 63 kg: Navdeep Dhillon, Abby Trad 70 kg: Harman Basra, Hansen (Last year Basra won bronze in the 60 kg weight class) 110 kg: Nishan Randhawa, WJM (Last year Randhawa won gold in the 90 kg weight class) 130 kg: Jim Sidhu, Bby S (Burnaby South, Burnaby) (Last year Sidhu won bronze in the 110 kg weight class) SILVER 54 kg: Amar Atwal, Lord Tweed (Lord Tweedsmuir, Surrey) 57 kg: Jaskaran Khela,
Abby Trad 70 kg: Harbans Gill, Sands (Delta) 84 kg: Amtoj Dhaliwal, Abby Trad 110 kg: Jason Bains, Queen Elizabeth (Surrey) 130 kg: Harjeeven Sall, Cowichan (Duncan) BRONZE: 38 kg: Ravi Manhas ADSS (Alberni District Secondary School) 63 kg: Davinder Gill, WJM 84 kg: Tanjot Khalon, Abby Trad 90 kg: Mickey Khehira, WJM 110 kg: Karam Shergill, Hope SS (Hope) WELL-KNOWN head coach Sucha Mann of Abbotsford’s Miri Piri Wrestling Club was thrilled that once again wrestlers he had coached won gold medals at a tournament: Jagmit Klair of Abbotsford Traditional Secondary School in the 48 kg weight class, and Navdeep Toor of Abbotsford’s Rick Hansen Secondary School in the 51 kg class. He told The VOICE that
Jagmit was only in Grade 9 and he gained seven kg to compete in the 48 kg weight class. Last year, he had bagged gold in the 41 kg weight class. “He’s still skinny,” Mann said, adding that he was still very strong. Navdeep, a Grade 10 student, gave an outstanding performance at the championships,
not allowing any wrestler to score a single point against him. Mann called him a promising athlete with a good chance to go to the Pan Am tournament. Mann says both Jagmit and Navdeep are now preparing for the cadet juvenile nationals that take place in the second week of April in New Brunswick.
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KLM United U18 Girls defeats CMF Edge 2-0 to win the 2015 BC Coastal Girls Soccer League Championship BY INDIRA PRAHST Team Manager KLM United U18 Girls KUDOS to the KLM United U18 girls who defeated CMF Edge 20 to win the 2015 BC Coastal Girls Soccer League Championship. After their summer practice last summer with Dashmesh soccer team, the girls practiced twice a week to prepare for the season build on their talents. The girls have been role models to a younger generation of
girls interested in soccer, where they learn discipline, teamwork and competition. But the team also had fun with their summer trip to Penticton to forge bonds with team members. The success of Team United is rooted in the dedication of the girls, committed coaches, head coach Ray Goldenchild and assistant coaches Raju Dhaunkal and Leung Seto, and the support of parents, in particular, Louise Seto. It is really encouraging and inspiring to
The victorious KLM United U18 Girls Team: (Back row) assistant coach Leung Seto, Hema Chodha, assistant coach Raju Dhaunkal, Elizabeth Ehebald, Pavan Purewal, Joyti Dhesi, Sharan Dhillon, Harmeen Cheema, Preety Sumra and head coach Ray Goldenchild. (Front row) Jaskiran Dhaunkal, Annette Seto, Amarpreet Randhawa, Sukhkiran Dhaunkal, Asahi Ng, Puneet Johal and Monique Rai. (Lying down) Goalie Jasmine Bhander. (Inset) Natasha Prahst. Photo submitted see how the commitment of Goldenchild and his belief in the girls led to their success. He, along with the assistant coaches, is collectively helping to raise the next generation through the world of soccer where there are indeed ample role positive models, especially in the South Asian community. My daughter Natasha has been on this team for several years
as have most of the other players and I can attest to this firsthand seeing how the girls in addition to their love for soccer, have developed myriad life skills. They have supported each other during times of injury and moments of sadness, battled against prejudgements about South Asians, including their soccer coach who is of African descent (sym-
bolic and personal racism), development of a strong selfesteem and a will to succeed. What I have learned about the world of soccer is an element of selflessness, of giving back to the community through tireless work by the coaches and keeping the spirit of sport alive. KLM United deserved this cup and they have made the community proud.
Five U.S. spies, and two each from India, China and Sweden kicked out of Canada from 2004 to 2014 BELIEVE it or not, the U.S. – not China – is Canada’s worst enemy when it comes to spying. A Toronto Star report on
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Police identify Surrey homicide victim as Michael Donald Amy of Abbotsford THE Integrated Homicide Investigation Team on Thursday identified the victim of last week’s homicide in Surrey as Michael Donald Amy, 34, of Abbotsford. Amy’s body was found in a vehicle at about 9:50 a.m. on Friday, February 27 in the 9500 block of 139th Street of the City Centre area of Surrey. After an
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that three university students had come to them with concerns relating to the suspension of four male UFV athletes. “They’ve heard rumours, no specifics, but they’ve heard rumbling, and they want this to be on the community’s radar and to a certain extent on the APD’s radar. It certainly is,” Macdonald told CTV. CTV reported that there are allegations of harassment on social media, though the university would not confirm this. One alleged victim’s family members who did not want to be identified said the situation has taken a deep emotional toll on the
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Abbotsford’s conflict between two South Asian groups flares up again, police issue warning A house belonging to a South Asian family was shot at on Monday at about 9:30 p.m. in the 31400 block of Southern Drive in west Abbotsford. Police responded after receiving calls from neighbours and collected evidence from the scene including bullet casings. Neighbours reported hearing vehicles flee from the residential street quickly after the sound of gunfire. Fortunately, no one was injured. Police sources told The VOICE on Tuesday that they believe it involves two South Asian groups. On Wednesday, Abbotsford Police Department said in a press release: “One of the homes struck by bullets is associated to a known South Asian gang member. Occupants of that residence have not cooperated with the APD investigation and some of the information provided has actually been misleading. Although the motive for the shooting is still unknown, this does appear to be a targeted incident.� Constable Ian MacDonald added: “The investigation cannot exclude the possibility that this shooting incident is related to other recent events. The Abbotsford Police Department is extremely concerned about potential escalating tensions and the threats to public safety that this incident could represent.� Anyone with information about the shooting should call the Abbotsford Police Department at 604-859-5225,
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Coquitlam RCMP dismantle sophisticated theft and fraud ring allegedly operated by Alvin Chand IN January 2013, the Prolific Target Team of Coquitlam RCMP executed a search warrant at a residence in the 700 block of Capital Court in the Citadel Heights area of Port Coquitlam. At the time, a large scale credit card factory was located and seized. Police also found a significant amount of stolen mail, ID cards, stolen property, a firearm, controlled substances and other illegal property. As a result, Port Coquitlam resident Alvin Chand was charged and later pled guilty to a series of criminal charges. Chand was sentenced to one year in custody and one year of probation. RCMP Cpl. Scott Grimmer said Wednesday that upon
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Another Hindu temple attacked in Washington state A Sanatan Dharam temple was vandalised in Washington state with windows broken and the word “Fear” painted on it, less than a fortnight after another temple was attacked, reports IANS. Members of the the Sanatan Dharma Temple in Kent, about 30 km from Seattle, who came for worship Friday “were greeted by shards of broken glass after vandals targeted the building,” KING5-TV, a Seattle NBC affiliate, reported. According to the temple web site, “Amalaki Ekadashi” was to be
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EXPLORE the mysteries of the deep sea at the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Canadian premiere of Sea Monsters Revealed: The Exhibition. This immersive journey through time offers a new look at some of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most amazing sea creatures. It opened at the Aquarium on Thursday. Through a groundbreaking polymer preservation technique, known as plastination, Sea Monsters Revealed will unveil the dissected bodies of some of the largest deep-sea creatures ever to be featured on dry land. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A first in Canada, Sea Monsters Revealed sparks the imagination of visitors as they receive an up-close and inside look at some of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most elusive and strange aquatic creatures to roam our oceans,â&#x20AC;? said Clint Wright, Vancouver Aquarium senior vicepresident and general manager. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Steeped in history and science, Sea Monsters Revealed takes visitors on a journey of underwater exploration and tells the story of mystical wonders through real specimens preserved through plastination.â&#x20AC;? More than 100 aquatic specimens will be on display at Sea Monsters Revealed, including five full-body creatures. This mesmerizing collection features a goliath grouper, a five-metre long mako shark, a predatory Humboldt squid and a metre-long ocean sunfish, the heaviest bony fish in the world. Legends historically surrounded many of these strange looking sea creatures. At one time, people were afraid of the oceans, believed to be
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New campaign aims to end silence on domestic violence DOMESTIC violence is an issue that affects everyone, yet talking about it is tough. A new radio and social media campaign – #SaySomething – aims to end the silence by encouraging all British Columbians to speak up and learn how they can safely help. In 2013, there were 12,359 police-reported victims of domestic violence, though research suggests this may represent less than 25% of the total number, as the majority of these crimes continue to go unreported. She may be your sister, your best friend, your neighbour or your co-worker. Knowing how and when to speak up – not to mention how to make sure those experiencing abuse stay safe when you do so – can be a delicate balancing act. #SaySomething is a call to action that recognizes how silence can feed into the abusive attitudes and behaviours that enable domestic violence. The campaign seeks not only to raise awareness, but also to provide practical advice and strategies on how and when to safely seek help. The message – that we need to break the silence in order to stop the violence – will be spread through radio spots, multi-lingual promotional videos and online advertising across several social media platforms. A host website − http://www.saysomethingbc.ca/ − provides information and an array of resources for victims, perpetrators, service providers and the bystanders who want to help. Minister of Children and Family Development Stephanie Cadieux on Friday announced the launch of the new campaign with anti-violence partners in Surrey as part of the lead-up to International Women’s Day (March 8). The #SaySomething campaign is intended to work in concert with existing awareness initiatives, such as Be More Than a Bystander, the Moose Hide campaign and B.C.’s Toughest Men. It builds on the momentum of B.C.’s Provincial Domestic Violence Plan, launched in February 2014, and is one of the first steps in government’s broader strategy for a Violence Free B.C. Cadieux said: “Domestic violence is too often an unspoken evil. We may sense that something’s wrong, but we don’t think it’s any of our business so we don’t speak up when we should. This campaign provides easy access to information on safe ways to bring up tough topics and work together to end domestic violence. Please say something and help make B.C. a safer place.” Attorney General and Minister of Justice Suzanne Anton said: “This campaign, focused on domestic violence, is an immediate, early action of the Violence Free BC strategy – the Province’s long-term roadmap to address all forms of violence against women. We all have a role to play in making B.C. safer for women, and this campaign identifies the signs of domestic violence and how to help. Working together, we must strive to prevent violence before it starts, respond to violence when it happens, and help women rebuild from its devastating effects.” Tracy Porteous, Ending Violence Association of BC, said: “Throughout history, domestic and sexual violence against women have thrived in the shadows. Most people don’t speak up because they don’t know what to say, don’t know what to do or know where help can be found. This campaign is another step forward in breaking the silence. Reaching out to those who are struggling will help to shine a light on a subject that has been hidden for too long.” Quick Facts: * From 2004 to 2009, it is estimated that more than 160,000 British Columbians were victims of domestic violence. * From 2004 to 2014, domestic violence claimed the lives of 113 women in B.C an average of 10 women each year. * The social media campaign is being supported with an $80,000 funding commitment. * The B.C. government commits more than $70 million per year in prevention and
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Short & Sweet is making this world a little bit sweeter as six KPU students create online business for marketing practicum and Keith Thomas, fourth year marketing students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University
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BBB’s Top 10 Scams for 2014: Education is the key to protection SCAMMERS, hackers and thieves are among us. The question is, how do we protect ourselves from those who would take our money, our identity and our sense of safety? Education is the key. Learning how to recognize scams and report them to the proper authorities is the surest way to defeat this often faceless enemy. Every year for the last 22 years BBB B.C. has put together a list of the top scams affecting British Columbians. They work alongside their community partners to develop a list identifying which scams are actively phishing for your identity and money. The benefit of these partnerships means the public has more opportunity to become educated than ever before when it comes to these scams. Despite that, losses are on the rise. 2013 saw Canadians lose roughly 53 million dollars to scammers. According to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre that number hit 70 million in 2014. More websites means more opportunity for fraud. More catastrophe around the world means more charlatans are setting up shop to prey on your good and giving nature. “In today's world, there is even more need to keep educating the public and raise awareness of these issues,” said Danielle Primrose, President of BBB Serving Mainland BC, on Thursday. This year’s BBB Top 10 Scams live largely in the digital world. It is a space that is easier for hackers and fraudsters to set up shop, and they are getting very good at deception. It is easy for these crooks to replicate trusted brands and hit as many potential victims as possible all at once. From developing a sense of trust to steal your money to buoy up a Ponzi scheme, to breaking through IT security and firewalls to exploit the personal data of millions of people, these scammers stop at nothing to make your life miserable. BBB Top 10 Scams: 1. Top Auto Scam Automotive Online Pricing Doing your research on a vehicle before buying is always important. These scammers cash in when a buyer does not do their homework and have the car inspected or check what the car is actually worth. A vehicle history report, a little online sleuthing or a purchase from a licensed dealer can be just the protection you need. Tip: Find out the history of the vehicle before you buy. 2. Top Emotional Scam Disaster Charity Scam A disaster strikes a far off country, or tragedy strikes closer to home. Scammers know we open our wallets in times of need and they have no apathy when it comes to taking your money posing as a fake charity instead. Fraudulent websites pop up when bad things happen. Do not be taken in by slick websites that look like a real chari-
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money to pay off early investors and eventually the whole thing collapses. Tip: Do not fall for investments that offer no risk or guarantee returns. 8. Top Sales Scam Redirected Robocalls You get a call and a lovely automated voice informs you that you have won $1000 towards your next flight. Often carriers like WestJet are mentioned in the ruse. You are prompted to press a number to go to the next step and find yourself talking to a salesperson pushing cheap Mexican vacation packages. Tip: Do not follow through with robocall prompts. 9. Top Big Data Scam - Big Box Breach These scams have been all over the news and affect a lot of people at once. Big box stores such as Target and Home Depot have fallen vic-
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TRANSLINK’S record of waste has earned it the lowest honour the Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) can bestow: a lifetime achievement Teddy Waste Award. TransLink’s award was announced by CTF Federal Director Aaron Wudrick and the CTF’s pig mascot, Porky the Waster Hater, during the 17th annual Teddy Waste Awards ceremony, celebrating the best of the worst in government waste.
The awards event took place on Wednesday on Parliament Hill. “When it comes to wasting tax dollars, TransLink’s board and executives know no shame,” said Jordan Bateman, B.C. Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation and spokesperson for the No TransLink Tax campaign. “The CEO dynamic duo debacle put them over the top for this waste award. Only TransLink could have found a way to shoehorn
Tax campaign has been posting “TransLink Waste of the Day” stories on its website and Facebook page. The campaign has more than 90 such stories to post during the campaign, and the list continues to grow. TransLink’s 2015 Teddy Waste Award is the seventh B.C. winner in the awards’ 17-year history.
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Mayorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Council appoints Jimmy Pattison to lead blue ribbon public accountability committee to oversee funds
THE Mayorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Council on Regional Transportation on Thursday announced the appointment of prominent businessman Jimmy Pattison to head up a blue ribbon public accountability committee to oversee the funds that will be collected if there is a â&#x20AC;&#x153;yesâ&#x20AC;? in the transportation and transit referendum.
â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have heard loud and clear from the people of Metro Vancouver on this question. They want assurances that the money collected from the PST increase will go to pay for the critical transportation and transit improvements needed in the region,â&#x20AC;? said Mayorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Council Chair and Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson.
â&#x20AC;&#x153;By appointing Mr. Pattison to head up this oversight committee, we are providing voters with a concrete mechanism to monitor and ensure that the funds raised will be used for the infrastructure they are meant to pay for.â&#x20AC;? Pattison agreed to terms of reference for his new position, which include
selecting experts to work with him on the oversight body. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know how important our transportation and transit system is, both to our needs now, and to the needs of our children and grandchildren,â&#x20AC;? said Pattison. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need this infrastructure, and the public has a right to transparency and accountability.â&#x20AC;?
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of goods and record trip details; perform pre-inspection, in route and postinspection of vehicle including lights, brakes, refrigeration system, tires, etc.; ensure cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements; communicate with dispatcher and other driver using cell phones. Wage: $23.00/hr. Skills required: Class 1 Driver’s License, minimum 2 year experience as long haul truck driver required. Apply by email at deltatransport45@yahoo.ca ******** Mar 21 Req’d F/T year round work for 5 Long Haul Truck Driver to work for JaceTrucklines Ltd., located on 8871 – 139A St., Surrey BC V3V 5Y1, to work across Canada and the US. Duties: Oversee all aspects of vehicle, loading and unloading and condition of the cargo; plan trip logistics and prepare documentation for transportation of goods and record trip details; perform pre-inspection, in route and postinspection of vehicle including lights, brakes, refrigeration system, tires, etc.; ensure cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements; communicate with dispatcher and other driver using cell phones. Wage: $23.00/hr. Skills required: Class 1 Driver’s License, minimum 2 year experience as long haul truck driver required. Apply by email at transportj221@yahoo.ca ******** Mar 21 Req’d F/T year round work for 1 Cook for New India Buffet and Restaurant Ltd located on 105-805 West Broadway, BC V5Z 1K1. Duties: Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes and foods; schedule and supervise kitchen helpers; oversee kitchen operations; maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment; prepare Indian dishes. Wage: $20.00. Skills required: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience and completion of Secondary School are required. Ability to work late evenings and weekends. Apply by email at newindiabufeet@yahoo.ca ******** Mar 21 Req’d F/T year round works 1 Bookkeeper to work for Chevron Canada located on 9628 Ladner Truck Rd., Delta, BC V4G 1K2. Duties: Prepare financial records, maintain and balance business accounts using bookkeeping software.; prepare checks for payroll, utilities, taxes and other bills; calculate, prepare and submit tax remittances, Workers Compensation and other government forms; prepare tax returns and post journal entries and reconcile account, maintain general ledgers and prepare financial statements. Wage: $19.00/hr. Skills required: Completion of Secondary School, courses in bookkeeping or related fields and several years of relevant experience are required. Apply by email to station607@yahoo.ca ******** Mar 21
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Req’d F/T year round temporary work for 5 Long Haul Truck Driver to work for S & J Transport Ltd., located at 10955 Brandy Dr., Delta BC V4C 2H7, to work across Canada and the US. Duties: Oversee all aspects of vehicle, loading and unloading and condition of the cargo; plan trip logistics and prepare documentation for transportation of goods and record trip details; perform pre-inspection, in route and post-inspection of vehicle including lights, brakes, refrigeration system, tires, etc.; ensure cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements; communicate with dispatcher and other driver using cell phones. Wage: $23.00/hr. Skills required: Class 1 Driver’s License, minimum 2 year experience as long haul truck driver required. Apply by email at transportsj@yahoo.ca ******** Mar 14 Req’d F/T year round temporary work for 2 Long Haul Truck Driver to work for Source 1 Transport Ltd., located on 108-7201 72 St., Delta BC V4G 1M5, to work across Canada and the US. Duties: Oversee all aspects of vehicle, loading and unloading and condition of the cargo; plan trip logistics and prepare documentation for transportation of goods and record trip details; perform pre-inspection, in route and post-inspection of vehicle including lights, brakes, refrigeration system, tires, etc.; ensure cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements; communicate with dispatcher and other driver using cell phones. Wage: $23.00/hr. Skills required: Class 1 Driver’s License, minimum 2 year experience as long haul truck driver required. Apply by email at deltatransport45@yahoo.ca ******** Mar 14 HIRING: Long Haul Truck Drivers Surrey Based Trucking Company, Trican Transport Ltd. requires Long Haul Truck Drivers with Class 1 Driving license (with air brake endorsement) for hauling loads throughout North America. Job duties include: Operate and drive articulated trucks to transport goods. Plan travel schedule and routes. Conduct pre-trip inspection. Monitor vehicle's performance. Maintain log book etc. Must know English. Min. 1 year experience reqd. $23.50/hour for 50 hrs/week. Apply by mail or in person at 12979 80th Avenue, Surrey BC V3W 3B1 Fax: 604-909-1913 ******** Mar 07 Surrey based Construction Company, Shri Guru Nanak Construction Ltd requires full time Framers for their various job sites across Metro Vancouver. Job Duties include Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirements. Prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools. Measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes. Wage rate is $26.00/hr. + Benefits (vacation pay, MSP coverage), 40hrs/week. Applicants must have Completion of a three- to four-year apprenticeship program OR four years of work experience in the trade OR combination of work experience + some high school, college or industry courses (min. 4 years). Send resumes by mail at 14869 69A Avenue, Surrey, BC V3S 0Y9 or email at sgnc1313@gmail.com ******** Mar 28 Req’d F/T year round temporary work for 5 Long Haul Truck Driver to work for JaceTrucklines Ltd., located on 8871 – 139A St., Surrey BC V3V 5Y1, to work across Canada and the US. Duties: Oversee all aspects of vehicle, loading and unloading and condition of the cargo; plan trip
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SEARCH “distance bicycle” on the website for “Officially Amazing Guinness World R e c o r d s ” — http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/ and you will retrieve over 800 results leading to the conclusion that in terms of riding a bike a certain distance in a certain time frame there are simply no more types of categories possible—simply no more heroic challenges. This also means lots of records to challenge, one of which Juan Francisco Guillermo, 47, a Chilean cyclist was well on his way to besting when he was killed on a highway near Korat, Thailand about 140 miles northeast of Bangkok on Saturday, February 21, 2015. Media reports say that “a speeding pickup truck driven by Tiwarat Ratchaipidet, aged 64, scraped [Mr. Guillermo’s] bicycle on the roadside.” Mr.
Guillermo's wife was on another bicycle with their two-year-old son and while she suffered a slight sprain in the accident, Mr. Guillermo was thrown from his bicycle and died at the scene. Published reports say the truck driver, who was unhurt, has been charged with "careless driving resulting in death and injury." Having started in November 2010, Mr. Guillermo was attempting to set a Guinness record by cycling 250,000 km (155,350 miles) over five continents in five years, thus scheduled to end in November 2015. One report detailed his undertaking and the end result by noting that while he “overcame 795 flats, 328 tubes and 120,000 km, … [he] could not overcome a bad driver.” Despite the lofty stature of many a Guinness record, the ‘fun factor’ endures. Record challengers are, after all, motivated self-starters with an eye on their own glorious place in the sun. In photographs, Mr. Guillermo, a Tshirted and helmeted young man with an open face is broadly smiling. Media reports of his death also refer to the crash in 2013 on a Thai highway east of Bangkok that killed a British couple—Peter Root and Mary Thompson,
both 34—engaged in their round-the-world cycling odyssey chronicled on their website, http://www.twoonfourwheels.com/ and in engaging video blogs. Before arriving in Thailand, the British couple had cycled through Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia, and China. Reports say that Worapong Sangkhawat, the 25-year-old truck driver who hit them was seriously injured and told police he lost control as he reached down to pick up a cap from the vehicle's floor. Although it may seem like another extravagance of the present time, long distance bicycle touring has a long history starting back in the early 19th Century when bicycles at first were ‘hobby-horses’ pushed by the feet rather than pedaled. As bicycle technology advanced, so did the journeys undertaken. In April 1884, for example, Thomas Stevens, a writer for the San Francisco Chronicle, equipped, in addition to his bicyclist clothing, with only a money belt, a revolver, two spare shirts and a rain cape, set off around the world riding a 50-inch (wheel diameter) Columbia bicycle. The articles he wrote about his
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