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Heealth Care Pursue success, not accept failure. p6

New life for rusting relic of B.C.’s past. p3

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Politics Local riding could go either way in May. p11

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Business park plan for beneath Ge bridge Aquilini group bought site after transLink expropriation

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Ken Hando holds a vile with live bed bugs that he uses for training his bed bug-sniffing dog Loola Loo.

Maple Ridge council wants more facts before it considers rezoning 41 acres in Hammond for a business park.

Council deferred the request Tuesday until it gets more details from Camp Development, a partnership that includes Aquilini Development and Construction.

“It’ll come back to us in a month, a couple of months, maybe,”said Mayor Ernie Daykin.

The politicians want to know if the applicant has addressed road access to the site at 11055 Hazelwood St. and whether it’s willing to consult the neighbours on how the former TransLink property will be developed.

“I think an important part of the process will be that whole neighborhood engagement.” see Aquilini, p14

Bed bug epidemic bites Ridge Be wary of used furniture, especially that left outside

by Ro b er t M a n g e ls d or f staff reporter

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aple Ridge is under attack from a tiny, persistent foe.

Bed bugs.And they are every-

where.

Frank Dagg lives in a rental suite at the Sunrise Apartments on 122nd Ave. in downtown Maple Ridge, and says he has had his apartment sprayed six times since

April. As a result, Dagg has had to throw out his bed and blankets, and has been routinely forced out of his unit while it is sprayed.

Bed bugs range in size from near microscopic to the head of a pin, and can live and breed in the smallest of crevices.They feed on human blood and are notoriously hard to kill.

Dagg and his cousin, with whom he lives, have routinely woken up to find themselves covered in red welts – the telltale sign of a bed bug bite.

“It’s a total infestation and I can’t take it anymore,”Dagg said.

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“Had I known there was a bed bug problem, I never would have moved in.”

Making matters worse, bed bug infested furniture from the apartment building was stored for weeks in the apartment building’s parking area, where Dagg said he has seen homeless people sleeping.

“They’ve taken bed bugs all over our town,”he said.

Darrell Pilgrim, director of the Salvation Army’s Caring Place Ministries in downtown Maple Ridge, said the local homeless shelter has had an ongoing issue with bed bugs.

“There’s a bit of an epidemic going on

right now throughout Maple Ridge,” he said. “We’ve always taken precautions and preventative measures, but it would be near impossible to immune, given our clientele.”

Pilgrim said the Salvation Army’s homeless shelter has been sprayed repeatedly and is in the process of replacing its bunk beds with metal ones, which won’t be as attractive to bed bugs.

Any furniture that has been infested with bed bugs needs to sealed and disposed of properly to prevent any further spread, said Peter Steinfort, owner of Care Pest and Wildlife Control. see Bed bugs, p9

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New life for a rusting relic of B.C.’s past Steam donkeys like Empire No. 206 were once the backbone of the B.C. forestry industry

by Ro b er t M a n g e ls d or f staff reporter

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pon a grassy knoll, surrounded by exotic oaks and sycamores, Empire No. 206 stands silent sentinel over the Malcolm Knapp UBC Research Forest.

Its skids are rotten,its cables frayed,and its gears have long since seized.

A hundred years ago, this “steam donkey,” and hundreds other like it, were the beasts of burden the B.C. forest industry was built upon. Twenty-ton monsters that pulled themselves up mountainsides, belching smoke, and breathing fire.

Today, it slowly rusts.

Paul Lawson is hoping to change that.

Lawson is the manager of the UBC research forest,and is spearheading a campaign to help restore the portable steam engine to its former glory and put a roof over it’s head.

While the province of British Columbia was built on the back of the forestry industry, the steam donkey is what made industrial scale logging on the remote, steep mountainsides possible.

“It was the backbone,”says Lawson.

For more than 50 years, the steam donkey was essential part to any logging camp, until they were made obsolete by diesel engines and logging trucks in 1940s. Essentially a steam-powered winch, it was primarily used to run a cable“yarder”suspended from a pole to haul logs onto trains or into nearby bodies of water for transport.

“It was basically like a big clothesline,”says Lawson.“What’s interesting is that we’re basically using the same technology today.We use internal combustion engines with a fancier transmission,but the method and the rigging systems… are essentially the same.”

Despite standing more than 15 feet high and weighing 20 tons, the steam donkeys were essentially self propelled on their canoesized wooden skids.

“Once they were loaded with wood and water, they could drag themselves around the bush on their skids by grabbing a stump and just pulling themselves,” says Lawson.“They could go anywhere and do anything.”

They were fed a diet of three to seven cords of wood daily, by a crew of up to 20 men. Covered in soot and dirt, it was their job to chop and feed the hungry steam engine.

“I cut three cords of wood a year to heat my house,” says Lawson.“Those were some hard working guys.”

Belching hot smoke and embers, the threat of forest fires was ever present while working with a steam donkey. Countless forest fires were sparked by steam donkeys in the hot summer months.

Empire No. 206 was built in Vancouver one hundred years ago in 1912, according to markings on it’s cast iron boiler.The massive steam engine likely worked throughout what is now Golden Ears Provincial Park, back when the Abernethy and Lougheed Logging Company was in its heyday in the 1920s.

The logging company laid 55 miles of railroad into the forested valleys north of Maple Ridge, where crews harvested more than 2,800 hectares of old growth cedar and fir.

However, in 1931, logging in the area came to a halt when the forest burned,uncontrolled for more than a month.A spark from logging equipment in the area started the fire,and destroyed what is now the southern portion of Golden Ears Provincial Park.

The logging operation was abandoned, as was Empire No. 206 on the western flank of Golden Ears.

There it sat rusting in the woods until the spring of 1974, when it was discovered by a group of students, and given new life.

Dick Cain was a student in UBC’s forestry program in the 1970s, and was in the woods the day his classmates found Empire No. 206.

“Every spring we set up a camp in the area… and some classmates of mine were timber cruising when they came upon it,”he remembers.“It was a long ways from the lake.

It’s amazing they got it up there.”

Every year, the graduating class in the forestry program would work on a single project together, so the Class of ‘75, with Cain as one of their leaders, decided to bring the steam donkey back to civilization and restore it.

They quickly realized it was too large and too remote to be moved by truck.

Empire No. 206 was cut into four pieces to make it easier to transport, and after some fundraising, Cain and his classmates were able to enlist the help of a helicopter company in the Okanagan to fly the pieces out for

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(Top) Paul Lawson, manager of the Malcolm Knapp UBC Research Forest sits in front of the Empire No. 206 steam donkey near the front gate of the research forest. (Above right) The steam donkey was used as a wood-fired, steam-powered winch for hauling logs out of the woods. (Above left) A Sikorsky helicopter drops off pieces of Empire No. 206 flown out of the woods on the west side of Pitt Lake in 1975. a reduced rate.

“They were the only ones in the province with a Sikorsky helicopter big enough to do the job,” says Cain. “Without them, we wouldn’t have got it out of there.”

They flew the pieces to entrance of Malcolm Knapp UBC Research Forest, and reassembled the pieces atop a pair of skids sourced from another steam donkey.

After some sandblasting and a fresh coat of paint, Empire No. 206 looked very much like it would have when it was built back in 1912.

“All the brass dials and fittings were gone, but it didn’t have to be operational,”says Cain.

“For a bunch of kids, it was a pretty big accomplishment.”

But after more than 35 years of welcoming students and visitors to the UBC research forest, Empire No. 206 is need of a makeover, and a new home.

“Anyone with any carpentry know-how would be a big help,”says Lawson.

The moss and mildew has already been power washed off, revealing markings and

stamps long obscured by time. The Hammond Cedar Mill has donated a pair of logs for new skids, but they will need to cut and planed.

And there’s still the matter of a roof to protect Empire No. 206 from the elements.

“This is a piece of history, and we want make sure that it will be around 100 years from now,”says Lawson.

• If you would like to help with the restoration of Empire No. 206, contact Paul Lawson at 604-463-8148, or paul.lawson@ubc.ca

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THE ANATOMY OF A GOOD REPAIR SHOP You’re new in town and you would like to find a place that you can trust and take your vehicle(s) for service. What criteria do you use? How do you know if you’ve made the right choice?

Whom do you ask for advice in choosing a good shop? I will attempt to answer all these questions for you in the next few paragraphs.

Criteria: If you’re shopping by price: STOP! You need to accept that good vehicle service is expensive just like everything else related to driving your wheels. You want to find a Full Service Certified Repair Facility that can maintain, diagnose and repair all your automotive needs, all under one roof. This saves you time and money, as the shop gets to know your vehicle(s) and driving habits. This translates to the ultimate in personal service tailored to your needs, budget, timetable and requested level of service. The most Bang for your Buck!

Right Choice: A good repair shop will live up to your expectations and more. By more I mean they will raise your level of awareness with regards to your vehicle’s needs based upon your requirements. They will encourage your questions, give you plain, easy to understand answers so you can digest and understand what is going on with your vehicle. A good shop will inform you how much you need to spend before they start and make you sign a work order so that you both have a commitment of understanding (contract). So you know what you are spending and what you are getting to eliminate any misunderstandings, especially useful if you drop off the vehicle and your spouse picks it up.

Or the vehicle is at the shop for a few days and the shop contact person has changed due to scheduling of staff. A good shop will not spend any more of your money without first contacting you for authorization to do so. This eliminates any angry or embarrassing moments when your picking up your vehicle. Good shops will inform you of future maintenance or repairs and give you a timetable and quote so that you can budget for it, they will send you a service reminder if you desire.

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by P hil Mel nyc hu k staff reporter Maple Ridge landlords are about to be told – cough up $110 a year for a business licence for every house they rent out and $40 for a business licence for every condo or apartment.

The requirement has been part of the business licence bylaw for years, but council decided Tuesday it would start enforcing it, first by telling landlords they’re expected to comply.

Council told staff to check how many landlords who are renting more than one unit actually have business licences.

Once they find out, letters will be sent to each landlord, telling them they have to get a business licence for each rental property.

The clampdown doesn’t apply to people with secondary suites in single-family homes.

Bylaws staff will send letters out to landlords in the next few weeks, telling them to obtain the business licences.

If they don’t get the licences, they’ll have to stop renting the units by a certain date, or risk daily fines of $250.

“We’re trying to be reasonable. We don’t want to be onerous. We don’t want to be in people’s faces. But on the other hand, we want to know what people are living in,” Mayor Ernie Daykin said Thursday.

“It’s important to note too that we do have a building standards maintenance bylaw. We have an expectation that rental units are going to be maintained to a standard.

The challenge is that it’s driven by tenant complaints,” Daykin said.

Some people will put up with problems because they don’t want to get kicked out, he added.

“In a lot of cases, the ab-

sentee landlord situation is a problem because the homes, the properties, are allowed to downgrade,” said bylaws director Liz Holitzki.

If the homes or buildings follow the crime prevention program for safe buildings, the licence fees will be discounted by 75 per cent.

She didn’t know what percentage of landlords actually have business licences, although staff should know that after sending out the letters.

Landlords who refuse to get business licenses can be fined $250 for each property, for each day. They can also be brought before council or even taken to court to get a order forcing them to get a business licence. Sometimes that can persuade owners to dispose of the properties if they become too much trouble.

Holitzki acknowledged, sometimes the municipality may have to resort to court action.

“In some cases you might.

Sometimes it’s all about personality.”

She acknowledged that Maple Ridge is now only starting to enforce that part of the business licence bylaw and that it’s common in many cities.

“That was before my time that it was not enforced, so I can’t explain why.”

Council approved the action Tuesday.

The decision came after it was revealed that landlord Jagdev Singh Athwal has no business licence, but owns six suites in Gordon Towers on Dewdney Trunk Road and 222nd Street.

Athwal faces a charge of counselling a person to murder a man who managed the high-rise on 222nd Street.

The District of Maple Ridge revoked Athwal’s business licence for the Northumberland Court townhomes in 2009 after repeated problems the buildings, which have since been demolished. That licence, though, was only for that location.

Holitzki said the vast majority of apartment complexes are legal, but some old cabin-type homes and any houses rented out by families require the licences.

Holitzki said it’s a big program for the bylaws department to send out the letters.

“I think the whole key to this is we want people to be responsible,” Coun. Mike Morden said Wednesday.

Morden said many landlords don’t know about the requirement.

According to a news release, “The resolution tries to ensure that anyone renting more than one unit in Maple Ridge has the proper business licence.

That will, “assist us in getting a handle on the status of rental properties in our community,”Daykin said.

The program doesn’t apply to secondary suites. Regulations concerning those are under a separate review.

– with files from Monisha Martins

NE corner of Albion flats allocated for homes Business licences required for rental properties staff reporter Council has given its first thumbs up to a plan put in homes on 13 acres in the northeast corner of Albion flats.

After earlier being delayed because of the evolving future of the area along Lougheed Highway and 105th Avenue, Maple Ridge politicians OK’d first reading of an application that will allow more homes at the corner of 104th Avenue and Slatford Place.

According to a staff report, owners John and Steve

Wynnyk have wanted to put homes on the property “for many years.”

But first reading of rezoning was delayed from earlier this year because of the uncertainty in how all of Albion flats would develop.

Smart Centres, which owns property on the west side of 105th Avenue, has proposed a land swap with the District of Maple on the south side of 105th Avenue.

The Agricultural Land Commission has said it would consider excluding property from the land reserve on the east side of 105th for development, but wants to preserve agricultural use on the west side.

Council approved first reading despite a staff recommendation against it.

“Residential use for the site may not be the highest and best use,” says the report.

It notes the land, about 12 per cent of the privately owned east of 105th, could be needed for other commercial or employment uses.

Council approved first reading in a 4-3 vote, with Coun. Bob Masse opposing.

Couns. Mike Morden and Corisa Bell also opposed it.

Masse wanted to wait until an Albion concept plan was in place before allowing the proposal.

But he acknowledged the owners had wanted to develop the land for a long time and the property was separated from the rest of Albion flats by sports fields.

Staff also note that if the project goes ahead, the devel-

oper won’t have to participate in improving drainage for the area. Allowing homes to be built there could “a source of conflict,” for business parks, civic use or future stores, it adds.

Agricultural Land Reserve exclusion app sent on Maple Ridge council has forwarded another application to remove farmland from Albion flats, this time at 23623 – 105th Ave. GSS Holdings wants to remove the 20 acres that lie adjacent to about 40 acres that council also forwarded.

However, a staff report notes the land on the west

side of 105th Avenue, is in an area that the Agricultural Land Commission has “consistently stated should be retained in the ALR.” District of Maple Ridge staff and Smart Centres, which also owns several acres on the west side of 105th Avenue, are currently talking about a land swap, in which Maple Ridge would give some of its land to Smart Centres in return for their property on the north side.

Smart Centres wants to exchange the 20 acres it owns west of 105th Avenue along the Lougheed Highway – and which lie in the Agricultural Land Reserve – with the district’s 17 acres on the east side of 105th Avenue, currently the site of the Albion Fairgrounds.

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Hefty price for bargains In increasing numbers, Canadian consumers are heading south for an overnight stay and shopping to take advantage of new cross-border allowances and the high dollar.

Cross-border trips in June, the first month the higher exemptions took effect, were up to levels not seen since 1972.

Back then, the dollar was also above par, and gas prices were low.

It seems many are willing to spend time in border lineups and pay for the extra gas to save on items.

The downside is that local retailers take a hit, and when they do, they cut back on costs – such as new hires.And those much-hated taxes (which pay for health, education and other important programs) take a hit as well.

Business owners play major roles in sponsoring myriad local activities and initiatives, such as youth sports teams and charitable causes. As revenues decline, so does the ability of businesses to give back to the community.

Retailers in border communities are particularly impacted.

We can see that each action we take has a reaction, and when we try to make a difference through community initiatives, subsidizing sports or cultural activities, or fundraising for worthy causes, we understand the pie can only be sliced so many ways.

On one level or another, cross-border shopping impacts all of us. By failing to support local businesses, we may save in the short term, but lose in the long run.

Canadians are, understandably, looking for bargains – and local businesses must recognize this as a market reality.

But there is a point where the lure of cheaper U.S. products will come back to haunt all of us.

A long-term decline in retail jobs and declining tax revenue can do major damage to the B.C. economy.Tax shortfalls must be made up somewhere, which means everyone (including cross-border shoppers) will pay more.

This is not a situation that was manufactured locally. The federal government encouraged this flow of dollars to the south, with the cross-border allowance changes it made.

Now it’s incumbent upon the same government to address factors such as high import tariffs that have impeded the competitiveness of many a Canadian business.

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eet Kyle Aviak, a young man born in Kugluktuk, a hamlet near the end of the world on the south shore of the Northwest Passage who is alive today because of a game called lacrosse.

During the years 1987 to 1997, Kugluktuk was the suicide capital of Canada.

In those years, 15 people Health Care committed suicide, five of Marco Terwiel them teenagers.

That is not counting the numerous suicidal attempts.

Rarely a week would go by without someone wanting to end their life. Suicide had become the accepted way of dealing with problems in that community.And Kugluktuk had more than its share of serious problems than most other communities in our country.

Kyle grew up in a household where he had to witness how his father regularly beat up his mother in front of him and his siblings.The same situation often existed in the homes of his neighbors.The frequent drunken violence affected him deeply and he made a few unsuccessful suicidal attempts.The social circumstances were such that he did not feel that life had any promise for him and he would be better off dead.

Much of the violence and abuse was a direct result of the residential school program.While I was working in Kugluktuk, I met a middle-aged woman who never knew her mother and did not get to meet her father until she was 18. She had been abused by the nuns, who beat her for the slightest transgres-

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uestion of the week:

sion, such as the writing exactly on the lined paper.

Upon her return to Kugluktuk, she became an alcoholic like so many of her contemporaries, and like them led a life of violence and drunken stupor.

Fortunately, when I met her, she had been sober for 12 years after joining AA and had turned her life around. She told me that quite a few of her fellow residential school survivors had finally dealt with the fallout of the years of abuse.

Kyle happened to be one of the late victims of that dreadful episode in Canadian history.

In 1998, a new teacher, Russ Shepperd, arrived in Kugluktuk to teach at the high school.The dropout rate was something he had never imagined possible.

Substance abuse was rampant, and there was little or no parental support and many students suffered from low mental and physical fitness. School attendance was 24 per cent in the year 2000.

The turning point for Mr. Shepperd was the morning that he came to school and found another empty desk because the student had committed suicide.That was the third time in a span of five months.That is when he started the Kugluktuk high school athletics association and enticed 100 students to become members of the Kugluktuk Grizzlies. He offered an opportunity to participate in sponsored sports and recreation activities through the school, motivating students to stay in school and make healthy lifestyles choices. Indoor soccer teams for boys and girls helped create a sense of team spirit and a desire to do better. Membership also offered employment opportunities.

Nobody had ever heard about the game of lacrosse before in Kugluktuk. Mr. Shepperd organized the acquisition of a sufficient number of lacrosse sticks and encouraged students who participated to never let go of the sticks, to have them with them while walking from school to home, to have them

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next to them while having a meal at home, to take them to bed.

Mr. Shepperd then built a team that went to the nationals in Winnipeg.They did not win a single game there, but they all felt that they had accomplished a lot, belonged to a team, that they were there for each other and had a lot of fun in the process.

Kyle had become the star of the team and he got rid of his anger and despondency. He also became an inspiration for his younger sister, who recently participated in the indoor soccer competition in Whitehorse.

There were no more teenage suicides.

To be sure, belonging to the high school athletics association involved much more than playing sports.The aim was to get at least 80 per cent attendance in school and markedly improve graduation rates.There were performance logs rating effort and behavior, rather than pure academic performance.

The students got to participate in tournaments and travel to other places; they had various training clinics and student exchanges.At the end of the every school year there is a large ceremony during which students receive awards and are honored for their outstanding lifestyle, exemplary attendance, most improved students.

School attendance rose from 24 to 60 per cent in three years and I’m told it is better than 80 per cent currently.All of this is the work of a single teacher who was able to inspire students to pursue success rather than accept failure.

• For those who want to know more, see and hear Kyle’s story on You Tube and the Kugluktuk Grizzlies.

Dr. Marco Terwiel is a retired family physician who lives in Maple Ridge.

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Editor,thE NEws: Re: Did they ruin our brains? Letters,Aug. 29).

I find it ironic that the comments made in the letter ‘did they ruin their brains’was printed on Page 7 of the News and yet on Page 9 we see a full page ad for a local pub promising all sorts of bonuses if you buy their alcoholic beverages. For someone so concerned over the effects of advertising on impressionable minds, do you not have a problem with this form of advertising?

Is it OK to peddle a product that is responsible for the deaths of many, both directly and indirectly, has resulted in destroying families, careers and lives due to its addictive properties, solely because our government says it is OK? Also, you may want to check your facts when you say ‘most people’ as there have been some recent surveys both in B.C. and Canada that have indicated that greater than 50 per cent of respondents would be OK with the legalization of marijuana. While the jury is still out on the negative effects of marijuana, there clearly seems to be evidence that there are some medicinal properties of the plant.

So because the government says you can have a glass of wine or hit the pub after a hard day, that’s OK.Yet, if someone wants to relax by smoking some marijuana after a hard day, you call them down and judge them.What is the difference? Oh, yes, large corporations and taxes, neither of which currently apply to the production of marijuana.

Perhaps the first step in addressing your concerns is to eliminate all alcohol advertising and sponsorships so those inclined to be influenced by advertising are protected. Or, how about some truth in advertising.

Why not show that ‘fun’ beer commercial party after they have been drinking all night. Pan to the shot of the teenage girl with her head in the toilet. Should help to sell some beers. wayNE thoMPsoN MaPLE ridgE

Don’t go to sleep, neighbours Editor,thE NEws: Let’s celebrate the fact that we can actually ‘bell the fat cats’ in ICBC. It sure as heck couldn’t happen if automobile insurance were returned to private hands.

As for Hydro, folks might remember that a big ‘C’conservative Social Credit premier W.A.C. Bennett nationalized B.C. Electric, a private company, because it would not invest in the power generation that a surging B.C. economy would require.

Do we now want private power suppliers selling us electricity at ‘inflated’prices? Sorry, I forgot, that has already happened.

Don’t go to sleep on these matters neighbors.

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online comments • Bruce McWilliam: Re: Maple Ridge council looking at crime in core (mapleridgenews.com).

Maple Ridge needs to institute a crime reduction strategy immediately – look at the example that has been successfully put into place and is working well in Surrey.

• Justin Flontek: Re: Ridge Meadows RCMP goes digital first with happier police news (mapleridgenews.com).

Seems to me the RCMP are trying to make their own news to cover up the various scandals rocking their corrupt administration.

• Jesse Sidhu · executive director at Chamber of Commerce Serving Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows: Re: Had enough of constant parade of prostitutes in downtown Maple Ridge (mapleridgenews.com).

Yes, but if the downtown core is one of your selling points to new developers, incentives etc., they need to address this and have a plan. A goal would be nice. As you know, a goal without a plan is merely a wish.

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Editor,thE NEws: Re: Council looking to crime in core (The News,Aug. 29).

Whoever says that the number of homeless people, drug addicts and prostitutes in the downtown area hasn’t increased in the last few months is blind.

I walk everywhere and, yes, there are a few people I see on a consistent basis. But there are a lot of new faces.

I am constantly approached by people asking for money and have to walk by people strung out on god-knows-what drug, laid out on benches and the side of the road all over town.

I understand that some of these people need help, but there is a difference between helping people who want to get out of that lifestyle and those people who take

advantage of the system, which is obvious that many are doing.

I don’t see how giving them free meals and a place to sleep is really helping them to turn their lives around. To me, it’s just enabling them to continue this lifestyle without repercussions.

Maple Ridge has progressively gotten worse as the months and years have gone by.

I was walking on Cliff Road the other day. The road runs behind the pool store on the corner of Lougheed Highway and 222nd Street, and what do I see? Three people sitting in the grass, in the open, smoking what appeared to be a crack pipe. Lovely.

I’m sure the families who live on that street want their children exposed to that sort of thing.

The best part about this was

that you could walk from the Salvation Army to Cliff Ave. via the pool store parking lot. So I cut across to avoid these people, and there’s a cop car parked in the Salvation Army parking lot, facing where this drug use was taking place. I had half a mind to go find the officer, but as there were so many other people milling about, I didn’t want to draw attention to myself because the last thing I need is to be recognized as a snitch and jumped one night while walking downtown.

I watch drug deals go down all over town and I’m wondering, where is the RCMP? If I can spot these sorts of things, I’m sure that trained professionals can, as well.

Are they not paid to uphold the law? Aren’t illicit drugs and prostitution illegal?

So what’s being done about it?

As far as I can see, nothing.

I don’t really see a police presence other than them driving up and down Dewdney Trunk Road and Lougheed Highway. Of course, people aren’t going to be breaking the law on the side of major roads.

The RCMP needs to patrol neighborhoods, alleys and side streets to find and arrest these people and get them off the streets.

I’ve enjoyed the summer, but part of me is yearning for the cold weather to set in so that most of these people return to wherever they came from, so I can feel a little safer walking the streets of Maple Ridge.

L. PELLEgriNo MaPLE ridgE

‘This is not a one horse town anymore’ Editor,thE NEws: I live on Mountain View Crescent, in Maple Ridge.The city is trying to improve the road way and putting in side walks.

My only complaint with all the city’s improvements, either on my road or downtown, is the road width and curb placement.

They say they want to curb traf-

fic. Well, they are causing the traffic to hit the curbs because of the lane width or curb placement.

The city’s idea to fix the problem of people hitting the curb on 224th Street is to put reflective tape on the curb.

Or when they fixed up the curbs and sidewalks on Lougheed Hwy. in the city centre, they again narrowed

the road.

I parked my one-ton Dodge pickup on that stretch of road.The traffic is just clearing my mirrors by inches.

As well, you better pay attention trying to get out of your vehicle or getting back in.There is plenty of room to make it a little wider to improve safety for traffic and pedestrians.

I have forwarded my concerns to

the city’s engineers, but it goes onto deaf ears. Am I the only one who thinks this is a problem? This is not a one horse town any more. Not everyone drives a Smart Car. The traffic still needs to be moved safely without endangering pedestrians.

KiM sMith MaPLE ridgE

A few suggestions to relieve our congestion Editor,thE NEws: Re:Transportation plan key to cut carbon (Cycling,Aug. 17).

Being a commuter (by car to Burnaby), I read with interest Jackie Chow’s column on the District of Maple Ridge’s upcoming review of its transportation plan.

Whilst the scribe’s writings were free of the usual rhetoric one is so used to reading from the ‘cycle set,’ there was one glaring factual error that leapt out at this reader that stands correction.

I refer to the statement “there is little potential for increasing eastwest road capacity for cars (on the Lougheed Highway). ” Any observant driver who has used this corridor, as I have for the past 23 years, can tell you that this corridor is chronically under utilized and is slated to get worse if TransLink’s predictions regarding

Golden Ears Bridge volumes are realized.

Presently the big bottlenecks are the lights at Harris Road and the east end of the Pitt River Bridge.

Why on earth would anyone build a six-lane bridge and not provide a means for through traffic to bypass the lights?. It’s a complete waste of the money spent on the bridge.

However, having said that, the situation could be improved if both the Harris Road and Pitt River lights were re-timed to give a slightly longer green for the Lougheed Highway traffic.

Eliminating these bottlenecks would lessen traffic volume on Old Dewdney Trunk and Harris roads, as fewer drivers would use these longer routes to bypass the lineups.

I have even used Ford Road eastbound on my homeward journey

when the Harris Rd. lights have backed up traffic as far as the Pitt River.

Another improvement that should be dear to the hearts of the environmental crowd would be synchronizing the lights on Lougheed Hwy. through the community. Drivers would rapidly learn that by driving at the speed limit, they could hit every light on green. This simple act would eliminate constant stopping and starting (which, on an average commute, accounts for over half the energy used) and slow down some of the speeders as a bonus.

Both the above proposed solutions would be relatively easy, and inexpensive, to implement, but have been studiously ignored by the powers that be. If I were a cynical person, heaven forbid, I would say that the problem lies with the

planners in both municipalities who prefer the expensive option.

That is the building of a new eastwest corridor along the Abernethy128th Avenue-Old Dewdney line, which, just coincidentally, will open up swaths of ALR land for development.

Just on a personal note, when I started my present commute in 2001, it took me 25 minutes on a weekend and 40 to 45 on a weekday. Now it takes me 55 to 60 minutes on weekdays.

Recently I tried public transport, for three days (after my daughter wrote my car off late on a Friday evening). Using bus, weekend, or West Coast Express, weekdays, the journey took one hour and 55 minutes.

I’ll pass on that, thanks.

JohN CoChraN MaPLE ridgE

‘Leash-up and let everyone enjoy public areas’ Editor,thE NEws: I am fed up, having just come back from walking my dogs and being accosted by yet another off-leash dog.

Words cannot describe how infuriating it is to be a responsible dog owner in a city ripe with irresponsible ones. I simply don’t understand why anyone would think it is appropriate to even take their dog off leash in a public place that is clearly

marked with signs that say, ‘please leash and clean up after your dog.’

We are lucky in Maple Ridge to have multiple off-leash dog parks, which is why I find it so baffling that people could be so inconsiderate. I have had several dogs try to attack my leashed dogs, while their owners are nowhere to be seen. I do not want to meet your strange dog, and neither do my dogs. I would like to be able to

take my dogs for a walk without having to deal with such ignorance.

As an owner of two Pitt bulls, it amazes me how much bad information has been circulating about so-called aggressive dogs. As I previously mentioned, my dogs have been attacked many times by random dogs, most of which were ‘family dogs’: retrievers, poodles, labs, even a Chihuahua. Never by a ‘bully’breed.

What ever happened to common courtesy? If you insist on taking your dog off leash in an area that is not designated for such, at least have the common sense to head somewhere secluded where you and your dog can enjoy the freedom. Otherwise, leashup and allow everyone the opportunity to enjoy public areas. d.atKiNsoN MaPLE ridgE

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September 2012

Maple Ridge This Month SpOtLIGHt ON: port Haney Join us for Port Haney Day September 9, 2012 From 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Haney House - 11612 224 Street, the Port Haney Neighbourhood Change Initiative is hosting the second annual Port Haney Day neighbourhood celebration in Port Haney.

Activities are planned for Haney House, on 224 Street and Callaghan Park.

Haney House will offer tours of the house, historic Port Haney displays, refreshments, community displays and door prizes.

Musicians and artists will be performing. Have your picture taken at the Thomas Haney Photo Booth!

Get to know your neighbours and your neighbourhood better!Organized by the Port Haney Neighbourhood Change Initiative; for more information call: 604-467-7327, or email: porthaney@mapleridge.ca

INFOrmed: Facility Shutdown Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Annual Maintenance Underway At the end of every summer the Leisure Centre is shut down to the Public, but becomes a bee-hive of activity as our crews undertake all the important maintenance and upgrades to keep these popular facilities in top condition. Last year there was huge focus on the pool deck and changing rooms, so this year there is more routine maintenance in the pool area with spot work on the tiles and inspections and cleaning of all pool infrastructure.

This year there is a ton of work being done in the common areas downstairs and the weight room, gymnasium and multi-purpose room. This includes stripping and refinishing of the hardwood floors, painting throughout the facility, rebuilding of the women’s upstairs change room showers and a rebuild of the hit wall in one of the racquetball courts. The work is proceeding on schedule.

The entire facility is closed until Sunday, September 9. On Monday, September 10 the Weight Room and Gym will reopen, however the Pool area will remain closed until Sunday September 16.

The Pool reopens on Monday, September 17.

We look forward to welcoming you back.

eNGaGed: Special events Looking for something to do?

Experience the wide variety of Festivals and Events showcasing our local culture, natural surroundings, and the talented people of our community. Here’s a sampling of what’s going on in September.

• Haney Farmers Market continues every Saturdayfrom 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at Memorial Peace Park • Free Swimming - September 1, 2 and 3 from 12:30 to 8:00 pm at Hammond Pool • BCSPCA Paws for a Cause - September 9 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Fairgrounds • Pathfinders Youth Centre Society Free Children’s Carnival - September 9 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Memorial Peace Park • Port Haney Days - September 9 from 12:00 to 4:00 pm at Haney House • Terry Fox Run - September 16 from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm at Hammond Community Centre • GETI Fest and International Day of the Girl - September 22 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at Memorial Peace Park.

• Allco Hatchery and Ridge Meadows Rivers Day - September 30 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Hatchery (24959 Alouette Road).

These community events are taken from the information supplied by event organizers and posted on the District website at mapleridge. ca. Please confirm date, time, location and other details through the contact information listed with each event on our website, Click on the Festivals and Events link on our home page.

INFOrmed: back to School ___________________________ Slow Down! It’s Back to School Time It’s that time of year. Drivers need to slow down and use their road sense. It is critical that motorists observe all of the speed limits, especially around school zones. The kids have been off for a couple of months, and they might be a bit excited and distracted for the first few days, so we all need to be extra careful behind the wheel. The Ridge Meadows RCMP will be out in full force to ensure that school speed zones are followed.

Parents dropping off and picking up their kids at school need to be extra careful as well, and follow the rules around the drop off zones at their schools. Make sure that you are looking out for your kids, and all the other children and drivers around the school.

eNGaGed: council Schedule September 2012 Council Meeting Schedule Mayor and Council encourage everyone to attend these important public meetings. It is your chance to see how public policy is debated and enacted. monday, September 10 9:00 am Workshop, Blaney Room 1:00 pm Committee of the Whole, Council Chambers tuesday, September 11 7:00 pm Council Meeting, Council Chambers tuesday, September 18 7:00 pm Public Hearing, Council Chambers Agendas for these meetings are posted on our website, www.mapleridge.ca, the Friday before the meeting date. Click on the link under Mayor and Council on the home page.

INFOrmed: Labour day Hours ___________________________ Please note the following operating hours for Monday, September 3: • Municipal Hall: Closed • Maple Ridge Leisure Centre: Closed • Greg Moore Youth Centre: Open 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm • Fire Hall #1 Front Counter: Closed • Maple Ridge RCMP Front Counter: Open 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Finally, this is a great time to practice pedestrian safety with your kids. Why not walk to school with your children and practice all the proper pedestrian safety techniques like looking both ways, crossing at crosswalks and paying attention to the environment around them.

Children learn from their parents, so if you set a good example by using crosswalks and pedestrian activated signals, your kids will too.

Finally, and the most important tip we can give you is to make sure that you leave a bit early the next couple of weeks. There will be more traffic and lots of new kids starting school, and instead of being in a rush, you will have the extra time that you need to drop your kids off and get to work safely.

There is one major construction project happening in front of Maple Ridge Senior Secondary. Please follow all of the instructions of the construction flaggers and give yourself extra time until the project is completed in approximately eight weeks. Details of this project are available online at mapleridge.ca

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‘We’ve perfected environment for them’ Bed bugs from front When Steinfort started out in the pest control business in Maple Ridge in 1987, bed bugs were unheard of.

“It was around 2002, 2003 we started to get the first report of bed bugs,”he said.

By 2007, his company had created an entire bed bug division.

“Now we are getting calls daily about bed bugs,”Steinfort said.

He warned against buying used furniture or bringing anything found at the side of the road into your home.

“If it’s on the side of the road, it’s probably there for a reason,” he said.“I would always assume it’s infested.”

Ken Hando and Sheree Swindle operate Bed Bug Mutts, a Maple Ridge-based bed bug detection service that uses a specially-trained dog to sniff out the pests. Their black lab, Loola Loo, is methodical in her approach, said Hando, and will do a quick perimeter search before diving under mattresses and couch cushions to find the tiny invaders.

Bed bugs like environmental conditions similar to humans, especially dark, humid areas, and can be found just about anywhere where there are people. They are nocturnal and attracted to body heat and exhaled carbon dioxide.

“As long as there have been humans, there have been bed bugs,”said Hando.

Central heating has been a big factor in their growth and spread in recent years, said Swindle.

“We’ve perfected the perfect environment for bed bugs,” she said.

Another factor in the recent resurgence of bed bugs likely has to do with the ban of certain pesticides that once kept their populations in check, according to Hando.

The pesticide DDT was used widely in the 1940s and 1950s

to help eradicate insect-borne diseases such as malaria and typhus, before it was banned after being deemed harmful to the environment and humans in the early 1970s.

While bed bugs were never a major intended target of DDT spraying,the pesticide was effective at killing bed bugs.

“They were a sidekill, so they declined and disappeared. But now they’re back,” said Hando.

“We’re behind the curve now, and it’s a problem that’s not going away.

“It’s a perfect storm-type situation.”

One of the best defenses against bed bugs is education, said Steinfort.

Tell-tale signs of bed bugs are dark brown or black fecal staining on mattresses, blood staining on sheets,and dead bed bugs themselves.

To kill bed bugs, there are a variety of chemical, and nonchemical solutions available.

Steinfort said a new method called thermal remediation has proven to be particularly effec-

tive,and involves no chemicals.

“The thermal death point of bed bugs is 122 F [50C],”he said.

“So we basically turn the unit into one big oven.”

The apartment is sealed and heaters placed throughout to heat kill off any bed bugs.

“Its important to make sure everything is above [50 C], including the inside of couch cushions and mattresses,” said Steinfort.“It’s definitely a challenging pest, but with proper education, they can definitely be controlled.”

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by John Les, George Abbott and Mary MacNeil on Thursday.

Premier Christy Clark said all MLAs have been asked to declare their intentions by the end of the summer, and she will unveil a cabinet shuffle next week.

“It’s been brewing for a while,” said Liberal Marc Dalton, Maple Ridge-Mission.

“It’s been expected.”

Dalton said Falcon’s reasons for leaving because of family, are valid. Falcon has a young child and his wife is expecting another. Combine those duties with the travel and political demands of be-

ing finance minister and Dalton said he understood why Falcon said goodbye.

“I don’t really recommend the job for people with young children,” Dalton said.

“There’s no doubt it’s going to put stress on the family. I think it’s a very valid reason.”

Falcon lost to Clark in the 2011 Liberal leadership contest, even though he had the support of 19 Liberal MLAs and Clark had only one.

Dalton backed Falcon in that contest, then shifted his support to Clark after her victory.

But he didn’t see Falcon’s departure as a slight to Clark nor did he think it would hurt the Liberals going into next spring’s provincial election.

Generally, every election, you get about a dozen MLAs not seeking re-election, he added.

Falcon is a strong candidate, but “there’s a deep bench” among the Liberals, he added.

“There are a lot of quality MLAs that will be running.”

Falcon’s departure was followed by three more on

Thursday.

Abbott, the education minister, confirmed he is following his fellow B.C. Liberal leadership contender Falcon into political retirement and not running in the next election.

Les, Chilliwack MLA, also announced Thursday he will not run in the 2013 election, and McNeil, the Children and Family Development minister, made the same decision.

“I think we could say these people are very accustomed to power. They don’t want to waste their time in opposition in a two-party system,” said NDP candidate for Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows, Elizabeth Rosenau.

“They can pretty much read the writing on the wall.”

Rosenau said it’s been a tough few years for Clark, who came into the leadership as an outsider when there already was a lot of strife and division within the party.

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“This woman is not a leader, she’s a cheerleader.”

Rosenau added the Liberals could be delaying their nomination meeting that could see Pitt Meadows resident Terry Becker be named Liberal candidate in Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows because it’s not certain she’s a strong enough candidate. Becker so far is the only one who’s said she wants to seek the nomination.

Becker said she’s not sure when a candidate selection meeting will take place and hasn’t heard anything. “I can’t speak for the party.”

NDP MLA for Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Michael Sather also expected Falcon’s departure.

“It’s not a surprise.”

Both Falcon and Abbott have been foreshadowing their departures for awhile.

Sather also expected Abbott, who also ran for the Liberal leadership, to make an announcement.

Falcon’s departure follows the earlier departure of cabinet ministers Barry Penner, and John van Dongen, to name just a few.

“But who knows.

Christy might be able to pull something out of the hat yet.”

Michael Sather, NDP MLA for Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows Sather acknowledged Falcon has a young family, but speculated there could be more to it than that.

“My guess he’s not too fond of [Premier Christy Clark] Christy’s style.” Falcon was more comfortable with former premier Gordon Campbell’s style, he added.

Sather also retires as MLA once next May’s election is called. He’s not sure what he’ll do when he’s no longer a politician.

He added everybody thinks it’s likely the NDP will win the election after being out of power for more than a decade.

“But who knows. Christy might be able to pull something out of the hat yet.”

B.C. Conservative leader John Cummins said in a release that both the government and the B.C. Liberal party are in “turmoil “ and that the Liberals are in “ongoing decline.”

“It is evident that both the government and the governing party are in turmoil. In part that is because of internal dissension, but, more importantly, it is because British Columbians desire a fundamental change in how our province is governed, and a change in the government.”

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“It was tight last time, I expect it will be tight again in the future election.”

Marc Dalton, MLA Maple Ridge-Mission

“It was tight last time, I expect it will be tight again in the future election,” said Dalton at the event, hosted by the local Liberal riding associations.

However, this time around, B.C. Liberals are fighting a two-front war, thanks to the emergence of John Cum-

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Premier Christy Clark speaks at Thomas Haney secondary on Tuesday during a visit to Liberal MLA Marc Dalton’s riding of Maple Ridge-Mission. mins and his B.C. Conservative Party.

“A vote for the Conservatives is a vote for the NDP,” said Abbotsford-Mission Liberal MLA Randy Hawes.

“All you are doing is making sure Adrian Dix is our next Premier.”

The Conservatives have managed to drive a wedge into the B.C. Liberals base of support, Dalton conceded, with right-leaning voters leaving the party in favor of Cummins’ Tories.

According to Angus Reid’s latest poll, released Aug. 3, the Liberals would have the support of 22 per cent of British Columbians in the event of an election, behind the NDP, with 49 per cent.

Meanwhile, the B.C. Conservatives now hold 19 per cent support provincially.

A little over a year ago, it was a much different story for the Liberals. In March of 2011, as Clark took over as premier, the Liberals enjoyed 43 per cent popular support, ahead of the NDP, with 38 per cent. The B.C. Conservatives, meanwhile, barely factored, with just five percent support.

According to Dalton, the most pressing issue for the B.C. Liberals is retaining their centre-right coalition, insisting that Conservativeleaning members have a strong voice within the party.

“I know what happens when there is that split,”said Dalton, himself a former

Conservative Party of Canada candidate in the 2006 federal election. “That’s the only way the NDP gets on top, is when that centreright vote gets split. If you look at the polls, you don’t really see a big climb in the NDP support.

“That’s why we have to keep that coalition together.”

Clark, herself, focussed her attack on Adrian Dix and the NDP. “They’re not just an obstacle to the B.C. Liberals’

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With a provincial election looming this May and support for the B.C. Liberals falling, Premier Christy Clark was in Maple Ridge Tuesday afternoon to rally troops and pump Maple Ridge-Mission MLA Marc Dalton.

Clark urged local voters gathered at Thomas Haney secondary to put their support behind Dalton and the as-yet-unnamed Liberal candidate for Maple RidgePitt Meadows, chalking up her party’s waning support for having been “too boring.”

“I used to be in talk radio, and I can tell you this, low taxes, triple-A credit ratings, best full-time job creation record in the country: It’s boring,” she told the crowd.“We are too boring as a government and have been for the last 12 years.”

Clark’s appearance was prior to the high-profile departures of Liberal ministers Kevin Falcon, George Abbott, John Les, and Mary McNeil this week.

The local ridings are once again expected to be swing ridings in the next election, as Dalton won his riding by less than 100 votes in 2009, while Liberal candidate Ken Stewart lost by less than 300 votes in Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows.

success, they are an obstacle to the success of B.C. families,” she said. “We have the best full-time job creation record in Canada right now, that will all go up in smoke if we change from a free enterprise government.”

Hawes said the May election is the biggest fight the party has ever faced, and took the opportunity to fire a few jabs at outgoing Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows NDP MLA Mike Sather.

“We still scratch our head and wonder how did you elect Mike Sather?” said Hawes. “But If you look at the roster of the other side, I think you are going to find a whole bunch of Mike Sathers. I don’t understand how we could ever in this province allow a team of Mike Sathers to run our province and to entrust the future of our kids to a group like that.”

Among the local politicians in attendance was Maple Ridge Mayor Ernie Daykin, as well as councillors Cheryl Ashlie, Mike Morden, Al Hogarth, Judy Dueck, and Bob Masse.

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ew have left their stamp on a nation’s conscience like Terry Fox. His legacy is interwoven into the fabric of Canadian society.

And on the second Sunday after Labour Day, Canadians from coast to coast gather in parks and along streets and run to raise millions in cancer research in his memory.

Every year familiar faces gather and share inspirational stories of hope, struggle, survival and loss. Inevitably, new faces take the place of those whose fight is over.

As participants and volunteers make their way to the soccer fields at the Hammond Community Centre Sunday, Sept. 16 in Maple Ridge, one of the faces in the crowd will be one of cancer’s latest recruits.

Joanne Olson, executive director of the Friends In Need Food Bank in Maple Ridge, will line-up with hundreds of others to ensure that while she battling ovarian cancer, her struggle will not be silent.

“If you asked me a year ago, no, this isn’t where I thought I would be,” says Olson, 50.

It was shortly after Christmas last year when she made an appointment with her doctor.The holiday season had come to an end and she felt bloated.

“I thought it was normal.I’m 50 years old and menopausal. But there’s no real sign. I thought I was gaining weight.

I just attributed it to all the good food over Christmas – the turkey, and short bread, and ice cream.”

Olson was also struggling with fatigue.

However, the Christmas season at the food bank is its busiest time, so she expected her strength to be zapped.

For the past year, her father-in-law had been living with Olson and her husband Dan, who’s been battling bone cancer for seven years.

Two days after her father-in-law passed away in late January, Olson was given her own diagnosis of ovarian cancer. She struggled to comprehend what she faced.

“It was pretty scary. The first thing you think of is, ‘well, this is it.’You hear

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Joanne Olson, director of the Friends in Need Food Bank, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer shortly after Christmas. all the horror stories of what chemo is going to be like,”recalls Olson, as friends and family offered opinions, whether solicited or not.

But she says she quickly pushed her fear aside and faced her reality. Three weeks of chemotherapy, then surgery, rest, and three more weeks of chemotherapy. Olson found the treatment was half as bad as the advice. She also drew strength from her own job.

Working at the Friends in Need Food Bank, Olson comes face-to-face with families in dire straights. Yet so many who walk through the Maple Ridge food bank doors keep their attitude well above the line that defines their economic status.

“You see people who come here and are really sick or desperate, but they’re happy . It’s hard to be down when you see other people that could be in worse shape than you, but they aren’t,” Olson

says.

With her prognosis in hand, she took the one sage piece of advice she was given by everyone who offered their opinion – be positive.

“I said to my husband, to put it bluntly,‘that if I am going to die,I’m not going to die being miserable. I’m going to go forward and live life as normal as possible and be happy.’”

Olson also draws strength from the advances made in treating ovarian cancer, thanks in large part to the work of the Terry Fox Foundation.

Since Fox first stuck his artificial limb in the Atlantic Ocean off of St. John’s, N.L. on April 12, 1980, his dream to raise funds and awareness for cancer research has transformed the lives of not just Canadians, but cancer patients worldwide.

His goal to raise $1 million on his crosscountry run was quickly surpassed.

While cancer forced Fox to abandon

his run after 143 days and 5,373 kilometres, the fight was far from over. By February of 1981, the Marathon of Hope had raised more than $24 million.

To date, more than $600 million has been raised through the Fox’s Marathon of Hope and the subsequent annual Terry Fox Run. For a foundation so large, one of its crowning achievements is its ability to fund a majority of what it raises on what it preaches – research. The foundation directs 84 cents of every dollar raised towards research , and funded 1,180 cancer projects to date. Last fiscal year the foundation spent $27.5 million on cancer research programs.

That’s why Olson said she wanted to be part of the Terry Fox Run. It’s the dedication to research that allows her to know that what was true about ovarian cancer five years ago is old news.

With the help of the Terry Fox Foundation, the scales continually tip in her favor. While more than 2,600 cases are diagnosed each year in Canada and an estimated 1,750 die as a result, Olson uses the inspiration of one of Canada’s greatest citizens. She says she’s humbled to be able to attach her name to the annual run.

“That one person could bring that kind awareness to the world – not just Canadians, but Americans and Europeans and every where else – is incredible.

Everyone knows who Terry Fox is.There are a lot of young people who at that age would have just caved.They would have been so scared and didn’t know what to do.”

But Fox did the opposite. Instead of feeling sorry for himself, he decided to turn what he saw as a lack of funding and exposed a light on the subject. It’s that example Olson draws the most inspiration from.And it’s why she intends on winning the fight.

“I don’t plan on dying.”

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Camp Development, though, has already met with some of the neighbours, said Kevin Hussey, with Aquilini Development, part of the Aquilini Investment Groups, which owns thousands of acres of berry fields in Pitt Meadows, as well as the Vancouver Canucks.

Hussey has read the files detailing the concerns neighbours had about TransLink’s property.

“We know the concerns they had during the TransLink process. We’re looking forward to working with the community through the process, to make sure they’re on board.

“We’re excited about the project. We’re excited to get council the information they need so we can move it ahead.”

A staff report says the proposed rezoning to M3 allows development of either business park or big box retail.

But a shopping mall isn’t the company’s goal.

“Our intention is an industrial business park, the design of which is still coming. Our intention is not a big box retail.That’s not our intention.”

He said the company is open to different concepts for the business park, depending on the market, and that an industrial park fits with Maple Ridge’s official community plan.

Daykin said when TransLink was planning its bus maintenance yard, it was preparing to address some of the storm-water drainage problems in the area.

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Liquor store, ICBC workers strike Wed. One-day walkout to protest stalled negotiations

by Ro b er t M a n g e ls d or f staff reporter More than 27,000 B.C. government workers are walking off the job this Wednesday,, Sept. 5 in response to stalled contract talks with the province.

The strike, led by the B.C. Government and Service Employees’ Union, will also see members of the Professional Employees Association and Canadian Office and Professional Employees walk off the job.

The one-day strike will hit 153 communities and 1785 government worksites across B.C., according to the BCGEU. Among the government offices to be affected by the

strike will be ICBC offices and B.C. government liquor stores.

“We are looking for a fair and reasonable agreement, but the government is not listening,” said BCGEU President Darryl Walker. “We have no choice but to send a clear message on Sept. 5: there can be no more falling behind for all government workers.”

Walker claimed B.C. government workers have suffered a real wage cut of five per cent since 2010, adding the union didn’t take the decision to strike lightly.

“Our last strike in direct government was over 20 years ago,” he said.

The BCGEU is looking for a wage increase of 3.5 per cent in the first year of a new contract, and a cost-of-living increase in the second year.

Members have been without a contract since March 31, and haven’t had a pay increase since 2009.

The BCGEU also proposed the provincial government open liquor stores on Sunday, which they believe will generate up to $100-million in annual revenue, and use sheriffs for traffic safety and enforcement, a move they believe would generate about $180-million annually in reduced expenditures and additional revenue.

However, both proposals were rejected by the provincial government.

The province has offered a 3.5-per-cent increase over two years. However, that proposal was withdrawn when strike action began in March.

In a press release issued before his resignation on Wednesday, former finance minister Kevin Falcon it was irresponsible for the unions to be asking for further wage increases given the uncertain world economic situation.

“Government made a fair and reasonable offer in these

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“The global economic situation isn’t getting any better and continues to put pressure on the budget. As this pressure increases on the budget it will make it harder for government to consider even modest compensation increases.”

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“It was something to do,” said Matthews, thinking back to his high school days.

“I have always been a volunteer throughout my life and this was just another volunteer opportunity – something to give back to society.”

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He has since lost friends and relatives to cancer and other blood diseases.

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Simon Matthews will receive national award after giving blood for 35 years. victims.

So far, Matthews has made 104 whole blood and 235 platelet donations.

On Sept. 10, Matthews will be receiving a national award at the Canadian Blood Services’ 13th annual Honouring Our Lifeblood ceremony at the National Arts Gallery in Ottawa.

The Honouring Our Lifeblood ceremony recognizes donors, volunteers, partners and peer recruiters.

Matthews will be representing British Columbia as someone who has gone above and beyond in their contributions to the Canadian Blood Services.

Not only is he a regular donor, he as also organized a blood donation program at his place of work, the Pacific Blue Cross, called Partners for Life. He started the program ten years ago and has championed its growth to 120 active donors at Pacific Blue Cross.

Matthews is also trying to work with other organizations like Scouts Canada to build blood donors.

“It’s a really simple process, It is about an hour of your time. And it will save another persons life,” said Matthews also stressing how safe the process is.

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“The Canadian Blood Services, when they took over from the Red Cross, have really done an excellent job in screening donors to make sure that blood is also safe for the recipients.”

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Celebrate the economic and social contribution of workers For many British Columbians, Labour Day may simply mean the last extended weekend of the summer. It is important to remember it is a day to celebrate working people and the contribution they make to our province and the quality of life we enjoy.

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Union pioneers petitioned their employers for a reduction in the number of hours worked - asking that their workweek be reduced to six, 9-hour days. They formed an organization dubbed the Nine Hours Movement and argued that reducing working hours would benefit both workers and society as more time would be spent with family and community. Employers scoffed at their claims and rejected their demands. At the time it was a crime to be member of a union in Canada yet in a

The rights that workers have today such as a 40hour work week, minimum wage, parental leave and paid holidays were hard fought for in times when labourers had few benefits, no voice and worked in perilous conditions. Many of the protections and rights that today’s employees have exist because of unions.

Labour Day is celebrated on the first Monday of every September and this year on September 3 it will be in a show of solidarity for working people across the country and beyond. The origins of this national holiday are rooted in the history of the Canadian labour movement that began in the time of Prime Minister Sir John A. Macdonald.

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SEPT 3 On June 14, 1872 Macdonald passed the Trade Union Act that legalized union activity, freed the workers and endeared him to the working class. The Toronto printers strike paved the way for unions across North America to demand a 54hour workweek.

Canadian trade unionists have ever since, celebrated this day that has been set aside to honor ‘those who labour.’ The first Labour Day parade was held in Winnipeg in 1894, and was two miles long.

Today approximately 30 percent of BC’s workforce is covered by a collective agreement.

As Labour Day has evolved it remains a day of celebration, solidarity, speeches and recreation.

The issues facing workers have also evolved.

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The last big travel weekend of the summer, Labour Day weekend witnesses many Canadians taking to the roads in search of their final adventure before school begins anew or business returns to normal hours after the relaxed summer season.

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‘Courts can run smarter, faster’ Cowper urges five more judges, not cash

by Jeff Nagel Black Press Deep reforms are needed in B.C.’s congested court system to speed justice and prevent accused criminals from walking free from unacceptable trial delays, according to the findings of a government-ordered probe.

B.C. Justice Reform Initiative chair Geoffrey Cowper concludes a “culture of delay” remains in place in the justice system because no enforcement mechanism exists to break through persistent barriers to change.

His 272-page report offers numerous recommendations and observations on the problems in the system.

“There is a general sense of frustration and anxiety that there is not enough money,”the report said.

Cowper found even simple criminal cases continue to take too long to get to trial despite a sharp drop in the criminal backlog over the last two years, largely due to the province’s shift to punishing impaired drivers with roadside penalties rather than prosecution in court.

In B.C. Supreme Court, the time to reach trial and the length of trials is rising in part because of a struggle to manage highly complex, large cases.

He proposes a Criminal Justice and Public Safety Council to transparently oversee the coordination of the legal system to try to make it more efficient.

It would also track the court backlog and recommend to the Justice Minister how much money and staff the system needs.

Cowper recommended five new judges be immediately added to boost capacity, but said the Provincial Court’s call for 18 more judges to help reduce the case backlog is not justified.

More than 100 cases were stayed last year because of excessive delays in getting to trial, violating the rights of the accused, and the number of cases older than 18 months in the provincial court system topped 2,500 before starting to decline.

Several judges have criticized the lack of court resources in rulings throwing out long-delayed cases.

Cowper declined to make a recommendation on whether overall funding for the criminal justice system is sufficient.

Costs have climbed, Cowper found, but mainly to fund salary and ben-

efit increases – not more court capacity.

Much can be done through more efficient use of existing resources, he suggested.

While longer delays have compounded the problems, speeding up the time to trial would help on multiple fronts.

Defence would have to be ready to sooner to respond to charges – perhaps opening up more plea bargains that avoid the need for trial.

Accused criminals wouldn’t be held in custody as long, so the consequences of denying them bail wouldn’t be as severe.

And the very high volume of charges being laid for breaching bail conditions would be sharply cut.

Cowper also recommends more spending on legal aid, financed through a tariff.

Also proposed is sending trials initially to an assignment court rather than to individual judges so cases can be handled more efficiently.

Proactive policing has already been a major success but Cowper said more crime reduction gains are possible and a province-wide strategy is needed.

Justice Minister Shirley Bond said the province will study the findings before responding.

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Provincial Health Officer Dr. Perry Kendall announced the regulation Thursday, a first for Canada. It applies to health authority staff, doctors, volunteers, students, contractors and vendors who come into contact with patients.

Free flu shots have been made available to B.C. health care workers for years, and despite encouragement, fewer than half take advantage of them. The average vaccination rate for long-term care employees is closer to 60 per cent, but Kendall said that rate is still too low and has declined in

recent years.

Canada’s national advisory committee on immunization considers it a “professional responsibility” for health care workers to get their flu shot every year, Kendall said.

The mask option is being offered for workers who have a medical reason not to be vaccinated, and to avoid disputes with employees who simply refuse. “Progressive discipline” would be imposed on employees who refuse both during flu season, just as it would be for those who fail to wash their hands or take precautions when coughing, Kendall said.

B.C. is the first province to move to mandatory influenza protection, following the lead of U.S. jurisdictions where vaccination has increased to more than 95 per cent. The B.C. Centre for Disease Control estimates that complete vaccination of health care workers would reduce the risk risk for patients by 47 per cent, as well as

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The annual influenza shot is made available around Thanksgiving each year, to prepare for a season that typically runs from late November until March.A new formulation is used each year to match the strains most likely to be circulating in North America during the winter.

Kendall said he doesn’t know why immunization rates for health care workers have declined. But he cited persistent myths about hazards of contracting the flu from the vaccine or experiencing other adverse effects, which he said are very rare.

“Some people believe they are healthy and don’t get influenza,” he said.

The Canadian Nursing Association, the College of Registered Nurses of B.C. and the B.C. College of Physicians and Surgeons all support vaccination for health care workers.

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Starting Mon. Sept. 10th Ages 8 - 14: 6:30pm to 8:00pm Ages 15+ & Advanced: 8:00pm to 9:30pm All classes are held on Mondays & Wednesdays Classes held at Maple Ridge Leisure Centre 11995 Haney Place Maple Ridge BC, Canada V2X 6A9 778-321-8643

www.goldenearsjudo.com • info@goldenearsjudo.com

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Want to be an Air Cadet?

Stewart School of Irish Dance Register Today!

New registrations are now being accepted for September classes. for information or to register

Recruiting for Air Cadets

604-575-4945 or info@stewartschoolofirishdance.com

in Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge & Surrounding areas.

We are currently looking for youth between the ages of 12 - 18 years who are interested in joining 583 Coronation Air Cadet Squadron, in Maple Ridge.

Ask an Air Cadet, you will acquire skills and knowledge that give you qualities useful throughout your life. We offer courses in leadership, athletics, band, flying, air traffic control and survival.

We meet every Thursday from 6:30 - 9:15 pm at 23448 - 105 Ave., Maple Ridge (Albion Fairgrounds).

• Uniforms provided at no cost • High school credits upon completion of certain courses • Meet other youth who share your interests • Participate in weekend exercises, gliding, flying, parades and Summer camps

Enroll by September 20th for your opportunity to attend Summer Camp 2012-2013

• Cloverdale • Richmond

Magdalene Stewart TCRG /ADCRG fostering a passion for Irish dance while building skills, strength, friendships and character in dancers from beginner to championship.

www.stewartschoolofirishdance.com

Looking for now accepting something fun & different?

Why not RegistRation try riding

fall

lessons?

All ages welcome.

Riding lessons are offered to any skill level or age, beginners to advanced. teaches children to be gentle, patient, courageous and confident. instructors are equine Canada Competition Coach Certified.

Lessons will continue Rain or shine under our covered arena.

Most importantly it’s fun, safe and exciting!

Like us on

Tribeca equesTrian 18949 McQuarrie Rd, Pitt Meadows Contact Jenna at 604.788.7867 info@tribecaequestrian.com

NEW LOCATION! Unit #503 20170 Stewart Cresc.

Maple Ridge

SHOWSTOPPERS ACADEMY of Performing Arts

Musical Theatre Classes for all ages. Become a “triple threat” while making friends & having fun!

2013 Productions:

Registration week: Sept. 4th-7th from 4-6pm

JR.

Air Cadet Motto: To Learn, To Serve, To Advance For further information contact the Squadron 604.463.9388 583air@cadets.gc.ca

• Vancouver • Maple Ridge

Fall Registration has begun!

For more information & to register Visit: www.showstoppersacademy.ca Call: 604-477-9922

Jr.

Golden ears

Winter Club

Providing curling and social activities for all ages and abilities in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.

THE ICE IS IN! EVENT ACTIVITIES

• Free ice to throw some rocks • “Draw to the Button” contest on Saturday • The Last Rock Concession will be open and offering food samples • BBQ will be on for burgers and hot dog sales • Saturday Night Social (time to meet and greet) • Registration table open all weekend •Curling Clinic on Sunday night

New to Curling?

Bring some clean shoes and we’ll provide the rest of the equipment.

It’s Registration Time Join us for

Golden Ears Winter Club Open House Saturday, September 15th Doors Open @ 9 am Opening Ceremonies @ 11 am

&

Sunday, September 16th Doors Open from 11 am-4 pm Curling Clinics @ 6 pm

Registration will be available all day every day!

23580-105th Avenue, Maple Ridge (Next to Planet Ice in Albion) “Curling is a sport for life”

CURLING CLINICS BEGIN Sunday, September 16th at 6 pm Raffle For A $500.00 Bradley Smoker

Draw on Sunday at 4 pm

To register for this event contact GEWC at:

Phone: 604-463-4813 or by email: manager@gewc.ca

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The Art of Dance Studio

We Offer

Preschool Activities

fall REGISTRaTIon REGIST

on noW!

604.463.0304

Child Care Centre

Growing happy, healthy smiles!

• French, Music, Physical Education and Dance • Kindergarten Readiness Teaching • Extended day (3 hours)

For class schedule & more information, please visit www.theartofdancestudio.ca

Preschool Enriched Daycare (30 months - 5 yrs)

“Fit Kids” School Age Care

(5-12 yrs) • Hobby Farm Environment • Sports & Recreation • Arts & Crafts/Cooking

• Twinkle Toes (2yrs) • Pre-Dance (3yrs) • Ballet • Jazz • Tap • Acrobatics • Hip-Hop • Boys’ Hip-Hop • Lyrical

• Summer Daycamps • Outdoor Oriented • New Playground Village • Mini Train

22764 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge Southridge Centre

28209 96th Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC 604.462.0786 www.funfarmdaycare.ca

Hunt Music Studio

Stave S St tave Falls Scottish Dancers Highland H ighla la & Scottish Country Dancing Lessons Register for New Classes Ages 3 & up

Pitt Meadows

• Non competitive structure • Full Scottish outfit not required to start • Parent watching days once per month • Workshops, Parades and Concert work • Medal tests and year-end recital • Christmas and Valentine Parties • Scottish Country Dance Ball

Piano Lessons

Certied, experienced teacher - RCM, KKTA preschool to adult - all levels theory - ensemble - special needs

Drum Lessons

C Contemporary musician/performer scho school age to adult - beginner/intermediate rock - country - blues

Cathy or Trevor 604-465-7516

huntmusic@hotmail.ca

“Dance, dance wherever you may be”

Classes f Celebrating 54 years in the Community!

Start Week o Sept. 12th To register call 604-462-9935

Classesd: Offere

Learn To Play Piano Today!

“Since starting piano lessons 3 years ago I have learned more than I thought possible. Lisa has brought out the best in me, shown me my potential and has believed in me every step of the way. She is a devoted teacher who loves what she does. I would recommend her to any age.”

J.T. age 15 years

Johnston’s School of Music Experienced, qualified Maple Ridge teacher accepting new students.

Children & adults welcome.

Call Lisa Johnston A.T.C.L. at 604-467-6996

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registration will continue until 3rd week of classes if space permits.

Quantum Gymnastics Centre ltd.

Offering FUN gymnastic programs to Maple Ridge children for over 20 years. #17 20110 Stewart Crescent, Maple Ridge 604-465-9293 • www.quantumgym.com

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Maple ridge • pitt meadows

Putting in a residential green roof W

e have been hearing a lot about green roofs lately, but mostly in the context of large commercial projects such as the new visitor centre at VanDusen Botanical Gardens and Gardening the waterfront Mike Lascelle Vancouver Convention Centre, with its impressive six acres of living roof.

It might even surprise you to learn that when you are shopping at the Canadian Tire or Wal-Mart just over the bridge in Port Coquitlam, you are also pushing your cart under some of the largest green roofs in the Fraser Valley, with the one on Wal-Mart occupying more space than two NFL football fields.

I have to admit that the current green roof trend really hasn’t trickled down to the average consumer, as I only know of a handful of gardeners who have tried small scale green roofs on their cottages or garden sheds.

So when I got an invite to an upcoming residential green roof installation from fellow horticulturist Kelly Koome of Green Earth Landscaping, I jumped at the opportunity.

Although I have had some experience installing large-scale roof-top gardens from my landscape days, this was before green roof technology had arrived here from Europe, so we were essentially creating traditional landscape beds on multi-storey buildings –

On a more practical scale, sod roofs (stripped from nearby meadows) were once common in Scandinavia and much prized for their insulating value – these would eventually find their way to the Canadian prairies with some of our first immigrants.

Today’s green roofs are carefully engineered products with modular growing trays,

with soil weight, drainage, root systems, plant hardiness and irrigation being our primary concerns.

Still, gardeners have been trying to put plants on their roofs for centuries, beginning with the hanging gardens of Babylon, built

by King Nebuchadnezzar the Second for his wife in the 7th Century BC.

Mike suggests: “Plant Fall Crocus now & enjoy nothing but flowers this Autumn.

The leaves follow in Spring”

BUY ANY ONE FRUIT OR SHADE

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Mike Lascelle photo

The LiveRoof modules being crane-lifted onto the Calvert’s roof.

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precisely blended growing media (with only seven to eight per cent organic matter) and specially selected plant species chosen for their hardiness, durability and shallow root systems.

The green roof installation I was viewing with Kelly was the Calvert residence in Coquitlam, a recently built home with a

Great Selection of

Fall & Winter Plants • • • •

Mike Lascelle is a local nursery manager and gardening author (hebe_acer@hotmail.com).

• I’ve added a new story, My Brother Has a Pair of Those, to my garden blog at www. soulofagardener.wordpress.com.

Jennifer says: “We grow special Cyclamen for great colourful fall planters”

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Pansies 6 pack reg. $3.99

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definite West Coast feel to it.The flat roof they had chosen to cover was a 20-by-30foot area overlooked by a small patio and a room with nearly floor to ceiling south facing windows – so they would have a perfect view of their new garden.

They chose the LiveRoof hybrid green roof system, which is provided by NATS Nursery of Langley. The trays were custom-grown for the Calverts and they were actually able to choose which species they wanted, settling on a blend of several evergreen and herbaceous Sedum or Stonecrop – these were started back in April and they were given regular updates from the nursery.

By the time I arrived, the existing area (with a standard two-ply roofing pigment) was already prepped with a layer of 10 millilitre plastic and drainage mats, carefully configured around the drains.

The finished LiveRoof modules and edging materials were crane-dropped directly onto to the roof in specially designed Hoppit racks.The installation (which must be conducted by trained installers and, in this case, the Calvert’s son) is relatively easy, starting with the placement of the Permaloc edging system, after which the trays are simply placed in sequence, the soil elevators removed (this allows for soil contact between trays), then the finished green roof is simply watered to allow any loose soil to settle.

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amsterdamgreenhouses.com 604-465-6614 19100 Old Dewdney Trunk Road, Pitt Meadows Open Daily 9 am - 6 pm including all Holiday Weekends!

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Carla McColeman

604-908-2014 carla@sellingmapleridge.com

Brookside Realty

11933 224th St., Maple Ridge

604-561-0053

Bob Terepocki

604-817-2920 bobterepocki@hotmail.com

Colleen

www.sellingmapleridge.com

QUaliTy CRafTSmanSHiP THRoUgHoUT

neW g in liST

698,000

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20260 125th ave

Images & Virtual Tour at www.sellingmapleridge.com

family fRiendly layoUT

765,000

Tom CUS me Ho

Walk to WC Express

$339,000

• WEST MAPLE RIDGE home on a quiet CUL-DE-SAC • 5 BEDROOM, 5 BATHROOM with suite potential • FAMILY FRIENDLY LAYOUT, with just enough space and privacy for everyone • TWO ENSUITES UPSTAIRS, plus Jack and Jill bathroom • VIEWS of Meadow Gardens golf course and Golden Ears Mountains $

399,500

Seniors Real Estate Specialist

Debbie shepparD

12493 davenport drive

Images & Virtual Tour at www.sellingmapleridge.com

604-312-3705

debbiesheppard.com

OPEN SuNday 2-4 VAL MARIE MOBILE PARK

#29 & #35 - 21163 Lougheed

12475 davenport drive

Great opportunity to see two mobiles in this great 55+ mobile home park.

Images & Video Tour at www.sellingmapleridge.com

• GREAT LOCATION, close to schools, shopping, golf, and commuter routes • RECENT REMODELING: new laminate, carpet, paint, appliances, some plumbing and torch-on roof • LARGE YARD with covered sundeck and RV PARKING • LOTS OF GOOD SIZED ROOMS, plus a suitable finished basement • FAST POSSESSION available

$

#

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move RigHT in!

Ced PRi ell S To

103 - 19142 - 122nd Ave., P.m.

43-19141 - 124 Ave., P.m.

• STUNNING CUSTOM HOME on large, CUL-DE-SAC lot in McIVOR MEADOWS • UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS of Meadow Gardens Golf Course and the Golden Ears Mountains • 3 BEDROOM, 3 BATHROOM, plus a large games room up • 20 FOOT CEILINGS in foyer and living area • GORGEOUS MASTER BEDROOM and ENSUITE

818,888

Walk to WC Express

$294,800

#

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$

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• PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP can be found in every corner of this WEST MAPLE RIDGE home • 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, ONLY 9 YEARS OLD • CORNER/CUL-DE-SAC lot, with a beautifully private back yard • Modern kitchen with ITALIAN TILE, GRANITE, AND STAINLESS STEEL appliances • OVER SIZED DOUBLE GARAGE with reinforced metal beam, perfect for the DIY mechanic $

Jeff luke

www.rpluke.com

#29 - $69,900

• large 984 sq. ft.

• 2 bedrooms, updated bathroom • roof, furnace and flooring updated • deep carport

#35 - $44,900

21009 River Road

• beautifully appointed 782 sq. ft.

• 2 bedrooms, • laundry/hobby/storage room addition • great covered deck & carport

Images & Virtual Tour at www.sellingmapleridge.com

A portion on every sales commission is donated to Royal LePage Shelter Foundation, 100% sent to Cythera House - Ridge Meadows

See you Sunday!

509,900

$

$

369,900

DRAMATIC PRICE REDUCTION!

INCREDIBLE PRICE IMPROVEMENT!

• 1.25 private acres in Whonnock • 2500 sq. ft.unique home • huge patio off the family room, seperate rec room • detached shop plus double garage Don’t miss it!

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MARKETED BY:

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THIS IS NOT AN OFFERING FOR SALE. ANY SUCH OFFER CAN ONLY BE MADE WITH A DISCLOSURE STATEMENT. E &O.E.

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We Never Stop Moving

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www.coldwellbankermapleridge.com 22519 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge

TRI-TEL REALTY

Bonnie Telep

The hogaRTh TeaM our Family Working For Yours

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Al Hogarth

Associate Broker

Hobby Farm

TRI-TEL REALTY U LT I M AT E

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Aleesha Hogarth

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Walk To Whonnock Lake

This like new townhome in Bishops Reach - Osprey Village area offers 2 bedrooms, open living concept. Close to amenities such as daycare, spa, coffee shop and river walk. Do not let this one slip away, you’ll love the lifestyle being offered. Call today for viewing.

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U LT I M AT E

2 Homes & 3 Legal Lots!

200 feet of Fraser River waterfront! There is only one on Wharf Street zoned residential that is 100’ and one of these is it. Live in either home while you build your dream home(s). Prefer to sell as one package, however listed “for sale” separately.

Call Al for more details and pricing!

S E R V I C E

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the

10117 - 241st St., maple ridge

Dave

Ralph

• 4 bdrms / 4 baths • Just 6 years old • On protective greenbelt • Prof finished bsmt • Easily suited • Huge kitchen with Butler’s pantry • All the bells & whistles!

22814 Docksteader Circle, Maple Ridge

324,800

$

1780 sq. ft. Townhome

• 3 bdrms, 3 baths • Single garage + • Potential 4th bdrm extra parking • Private and fenced • 2 yr old roof & • Great complex fencing

#20, 21409 Dewdney, M.R.

339,900

Just Listed!

139,900

2 Storey With Basement

• Over 3100 sq ft • Executive open • 1 bdrm suite plan • 4 bdrms, 4 baths • No maintenance • 9 yrs old fee

13340 235th St., M.R.

Reduced $10,000

399,000

Estate Sale V965608

Brand New! Move In Today

799,800

$

20173 Patterson Ave. V959181

524,900

24238 - 103A Ave. V966598

Helping Maple Ridge Families Sell Their Homes!

199,800

$

• 2 bdrms, 2 baths • Great location • Why rent when • Walk to West you can own?

Coast Express • Tons of updates

#105 - 11595 Fraser St., M.R.

Terry Passley & Associates

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604-467-9300

Private 5.12 Acres

7,200 - 9,000 sq. ft. lots

$

$

Brand New Roof!

• Over 1900 sq. ft. • Tons of parking • 9100 sq. ft. lot • Close to school, • 3 bdrm split level shopping, transit • Single garage • Central location

13619 McKercher Drive

• Over 3,800 sq. ft.

• Huge cedar deck with great views!

• Detached garage/workshop w/power • Great hobby farm or equestrian center • Very private acreage

Rcooke1@shaw.ca

Beautiful Views!

919,000

27010 - 100th ave., Maple Ridge

Randy Cooke 778-835-9832

419,800

479,800

900 sq. ft. 2 bdrm + den V963840

$

Rentable! Investors! V962526

Best Buy In Town

$

$

Renovated. 1/2 acre

$

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O.A.C.

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$

TRI-TEL REALTY

3900 sq ft 2 Storey With Basement

759,800

279,900

ralph telep team 604-467-9300

HOT NEW LISTING!

$

Just Listed!

Not a misprint! V963828

www.ralphtelep.com

Vicki

Just Listed! $

✓ 2 storey with basement ✓ 2 car garage ✓ Open floor plan ✓ Granite counter tops ✓ Designer maple kitchen ✓ Stainless appliances ✓ Private fenced back yard ✓ Truley a must see

474,800

604.467.9300

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$

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*OAC - Rates subject to change.

Certain conditions apply.

2MAN ADVANTAGE

Cass & Jeff

22519 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge

• Unobstructed views of Golden Ears, SFU and valley below • High end homes, 2 storey w/full bsmt • 6 bdrms, 5 baths • Quality finishing work throughout • Vaulted ceilings, crown mouldings, granite counters, list goes on and on.

Richard Slobodian 604-351-8700

21387 glenwood ave., M.R.

1/3 Acre!

Reduced $30,000

3 bedroom rental home, great location.

Support from municipality for triplex re-zone.

Offered at

324,800

$

Diamond in the Rough

• 1,690 sq. ft. 2 storey • 7,200 sq. ft. lot • Extensive reno’s

• Private master • Private location • Two wired sheds • 5 bedrooms

20295 Lorne ave., M.R.

499,800

$

6 Bedrooms

• 3 bdrms down, • 1/4 acre lot • Over 3,100 sq. ft. just add kitchen for suite home • A/C, covered deck • Immaculate!!

23479 Tamarack Lane, M.R.

*

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Call Bonnie Today!

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604-467-9300

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Waterfront!

Relaxed Lifestyle!

Home has 3 bedrooms, enclosed porch, basement area has workshop, storage den, lots of upgrading done, paint flooring, roof and more. 6 stall barn, riding ring, only 2 min walk to elementary school. New septic system.

Priced at $599,900

TRI-TEL

299,800

$

Cozy 1,000 sq. ft. Rancher • BRAND NEW ROOF • 2 bedrooms • RV parking • Sep workshop with power

• Vinyl windows & air conditioning • Great holding property or ideal for first time buyer

12147 - 222nd Street, M.R.

430,000

$

11739 Blakely, Pitt Meadows This beautiful 3 bdrm rancher in central Pitt Meadows has it all! Lots of upgrades and large yard that is a gardeners delight. Walking distance to schools, shopping, parks, walking and biking trails.

Call Randy 778-835-9832

449,000

$

5 Acres! Estate Site Level with small brook in S.E. corner. 300’ frontage, stately evergreens, quiet location.

425,000 - $450,000

$

Motivated Sellers!

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HOMES ALREADY SOLD! •

The tradition continues at Silver Ridge...

A collection of 3 & 4 bedroom parkside homes in the award winning community of Silver Ridge, featuring distinct quality and craftsmanship with exceptional finishings and impressive living spaces. Hampstead is everything you want in a home. Naturally.

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Prices starting from $469,900 N

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13555 – 230A St. Maple Ridge Open Every Day: Noon - 5pm

ABERNETHY WAY

232 ST

224 ST

132 AVE

DEWDNEY TRUNK RD

SILVER RIDGE – Winner of the Best Residential Community in all of Canada

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Businesses for sale MLS# V4032301

MLS# V4030503

BRENDA EXNER Experience working for you since 1980

604-603-8043

MLS# V4031200

Email: brenda@ brendaexner.com

See virtual tours of all my listings at www.brendaexner.com

$174,900

$189,000

Tanning Salon • • • •

Established for over 12 years Huge client base Busy strip mall location Training available

Coffee Shop • • • •

Fish and Chips

Well known franchise coffee shop Large customer base Busy mall location Super outside patio area

Al & Brenda

Jenkins

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ED UC D RE

$139,000

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ED UC D RE

429,900

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Established Seafood diner 28 seats plus outside patio Good lease rates Operating since 2003

604-467-3871 www.brendajenkins.com

20 YEAR LIFE MEMBER MEDALLION REALTOR

$

409,900

519,900

$

Room for Grandma

24154 102 B Street

20207 Chigwell Street

Super basement family home with a one bedroom suite in the basement. This home backs onto greenbelt, is on a quiet street, and 3 blocks from the WC Express. Brand new appliances, a new sundeck, new paint and carpets in the suite, and lots more.

Corner lot with double garage and RV pad.

Finished basement so Grandma could move right in! 3 large bedrooms and 2 full baths including a 4 piece ensuite. Main floor has an eating bar, dining area, huge livingroom with gas FP, and a 2 piece powder room.

Gorgeous 2900 sq ft basement entry has a bright in law suite plus a home office area.

Kitchen has maple cabinetry. The living/ dining area has a vaulted ceiling and a gas F/P. Large corner lot with RV parking and room to build a shop.

Travis Franklin

Residential & Commercial Real Estate

Dick Huber 604.250.3977

Mike Huber 604.839.8647

Cell: 604-351-0235

Scott MeaDuS 604.313.5727

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E-mail: travis_franklin@telus.net

2 Ranchers Available!

549,000

$

21385 121 Avenue MLS# V946996

1ST TIME ON THE MARKET!

$383,500

12071 209th St.

619,000

$

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4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

Large well maintained home.

Large lot located on a quiet street.

Walking distance to schools.

MLS# V959273

$392,000

324,900

$

14294 MARC ROAd

#44 23085 118TH AvENUE

22870 123Rd AvENUE

½ ACRE MINUTES FROM TOWN

SOMMERvILLE GARdENS

RENOvATEd FROM TOp TO bOTTOM!

• 4 bedrooms & 4 baths.

• Kitchen has an island and stainless steel appliances.

• Master bedroom has a fireplace.

• Pool & hot tub in the backyard.

MLS# V966945

teamtelep

$624,995

• Rare opportunity to own acreage without all the work • Flat 0.57 of an acre with fully updated 2600 sq ft house • On quiet rural road & surrounded by farmland • Your own little piece of peaceful paradise

Call lisa at 604-970-2209

$373,900

10680 239th Street

$725,000 + HST

Call Dave at 604-341-0783

$

$696,900+ HST Call lisa at 604-970-2209

NEW LISTING Great 3 bedroom, 2 bath townhome in the Galiano. This home is near the back of the complex and has a huge, totally fenced, Southern exposure backyard with a nice patio area. Complex has new roofs, new gutters and a great CRF. Kids and pets are welcome here. See my website for more details.

JASON

$825,000 + HST

• Exceptional unobstructed view of the mountains • Open Great Room layout • 2450 sq ft of finished living space incl.

4 large bedrooms & 3 bathrooms • Unfinished basement awaiting ideas!

• Call today to book a viewing of our showhome at 23870 106th Avenue.

Maple Ridge Office 22718 Lougheed Highway

Selling your Home for all it’s worth

EXNER

604-818-9851 www.jasonexner.com

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Great Character Home!

G! IN T LIS

Call Dave at 604-341-0783

Dave Telep personal real esTaTe CorporaTion

“Our service will move you”

604-617-9642

your family t your home t your town t your agent

Call Dave at 604-341-0783

Check out that view!

RON MITCHELL

pamela danz 604-467-3871

23941 106th Avenue

vendor Wants action!

269,900

$

314,900

#16-20841 Dewdney Trunk Road

• 6.72 acres located on Southwest side of Thornhill • 2 homes 3500 sq ft & 1080 sq ft • Huge 3 bay shop with overheight doors • Currently generating over $5000/month • Abundance of outside storage provides potential for more income

$1,190,000

MLS# V953915

This beautifully laid out 2 level townhouse has 3 good sized bedrooms with 3 pce ensuite off the master. Centrally located near shopping, theatres, Golden Ears Bridge and transit. Kichler Station is well maintained, has a kids play park, and lovely neighbours.

Home & income!

23870 106th Avenue • Drive by and call to book your personal tour today!

• Outstanding views of Golden Ears Mountains • Over 2200 sq ft of finished living space • 4 large bedrooms & 3 bathrooms • Hardwood floors, crown mouldings, open layout, floor to ceiling fireplace

Call lisa at 604-970-2209

24650 100th Avenue

pick your Colours!

• Currently under construction, this home could be your dream home!

• Lane Access perfect for carriage house or large shop • 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, • Over 2500 sq ft of finished living space • Full unfinished basement awaiting your ideas!

• Brand new roof and 90% efficient furnace • Over 8000 sq ft fenced lot perfect for the kids and pets • 4 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms • Fully finished 10’ x 16’ shed and an additional 11’ x 7’ storage room • Covered patio allows you to BBQ year round

479,000

Open HOuse saturday 12-2

20965 118th Avenue Why rent When You Can own?

$

MLS# V963189

Lisa 604-970-2209 • lisa@teamtelep.com • Dave 604-341-0783

Get out of Town!

3 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms Fantastic floor plan with laundry up.

Master has a 4 pc ensuite.

Family friendly neighbourhood.

MLS# V959142

www.teamtelep.com 13877 McKechnie Road

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HAVE A SAFE LONG WEEKEND!

604.467.3871

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Full Renovation New Roof, Windows New Kitchen, Flooring, Fixtures 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Walk-Out basement HUGE 10,168 Sq. ft. lot OFFERED AT Very private back yard $ 429,500 RV parking Carport Separate Work Shop/Storage Shed Conveniently located close to town

www.macrealty.com

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604.467.5000

Brookside Realty

got deCorating talent? $164,900

Condo at Stonegate $299,900

extremely affordaBle! $339,900

$379,900

maple ridge

maple ridge

maple ridge

• Not afraid of a little repair and paint?

• Then it is the opportunity for you!

• 2 level apt. in adult oriented Fraserview Village.

• 2 bdrms with open den overlooking the living room.

• Full basement with open den overlooking the living room.

• Full use of the amenities, indoor pool, exercise room and more.

• 2 bedroom and den.

• Best price in Complex.

• View of Golden Ears Mountians.

• Large open 2 bedroom & den • Granite counter tops, laminate flooring high end finishing • View of Golden Ears Mountains 5 min walk to town centre • Shows just like new • Hurry best price in Stonegate

• Don’t take my word for it, check it out.

• 3 bdrm, split level on a 9000 sq. ft. corner lot.

• Well established neighborhood, near Hampton park.

• Nice floor plan.

• Bring your new decorating ideas.

• Lots of parking.

Chris Frandsen

Pat Drummond

Chris Frandsen

604-467-5000

604-817-8664

604-467-5000

2 Storey With BaSement

thornhill heightS

ShoW home Condition

$529,500

$849,900

WoW...

What a vieW $395,000

maple ridge • 2071 sq. ft. basement entry • Boasting a fabulous view of Golden Ears Mtns.

• Featuring laminate floors, 2 bathrooms, 2 f/p.

• Private fenced yard with storage shed.

• Don’t miss out, call today!

Randy & Tracy DeLair

604-463-2991

maple ridge

maple ridge

CoQUitlam

• 3 level home, 5 bdrms, 4 baths, 4100 sq ft w/slate flooring, maple kitchen, granite, built in, appliances plus.

• Basement w/media room, lge rec room.

• Landscaped grounds w/concrete flower bed edging driveway & concrete patio.

• 3 car garage w/RV bay over 26 feet deep.

• Many added features • Beautiful 1 year old Mosaic Rowhome nestled at the base of Burke Mountain • Features 4 bdrms, 3 baths, granite counter, private large fenced backyard and double garage.

Jim Isherwood

Joel Lycan

Jim Isherwood

604-467-5131

don’t miSS it $519,900

maple ridge • The largest condo in Maple Ridge.

• Large deck ovelooking the mighty Fraser River.

• Custom moldings and tons of cupboard space.

• Across the street from Fraserview Recreation centre.

Don Hart

778-991-4278

maple ridge • Large home features, 5 bdrms plus den & 3 baths, basement entry 2734 sq. ft.

• Master bdrm boasts large walk-in closet & 4 pc. ensutie inc. soaker tub & separate shower.

• Oversized deck looks out at a nicely landscpaed fenced yard.

• Call Today!

Randy & Tracy DeLair

604-463-2991

For a complete list of

$649,500

• New 4 bdrm home with quality finishing throughout.

• Granite countertops, tile backsplash, laminate flooring, soft close cabinets, and much more.

• Large covered rear sundeck and front porch, lane access to double detached garage.

• Full finished basement wth covered patio and separate laundry.

604-250-7755

4 Bedroom BaSement entry

11933 224th St., Maple Ridge

Shelter foUndation • We help more than 30,000 women and children each year.

• Let’s put abuse out of commission!

• The Royal Lepage Shelter Foundation in Canada’s largest public foundation dedicated exclusively to funding women’s shelters and violence prevention and education programs.

Open HOuses check out our website: www.brooksiderealty.ca

604-250-7755

Helping you is what we do.

TM

Sid Alamo

Steve Anderson

Luke Ash

Chad August

J.J Bakker

Debra Bell

Karen Bennett

Dawn Bickle

Chris Braden

Allan Carlson

Randy DeLair

Tracy DeLair

Randall Didiuk

Pat Drummond

Angela Dundas

Sarah Eales

Dianne Enns

Brian Fedyshen

Jeanie Fox

Chris Frandsen

Danny Gerbrandt

Lennie Gullmes

Rolf Gullmes

Ed Gurm

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Don Hart

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Nicole Hunt

Dave Hyslop

Jim Isherwood

Nathan Isherwood

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Al Knuttila

Joel Lycan

Brenda Lyster

Michelle Larose

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Rick Medhurst

Jeremy McCarthy

Carla McColeman

Judith Muratoff

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Ray Pelto

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Jim Quinnell

Dave Rickard

Glenn Rogers

Luke Rogers

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Tyra Sauriol

Chase Shymkiw

Yolanta Siwinski

Tammy Sonne

Mary Spann

Trevor Tache

Christine Tedford

Ralph Tedford

Bob Terepocki

Joel Twaites

Amanda vandenBrink

Bob vandenBrink

Vicky vanHerwaarden

Virginia Windover

Laurell Sware

Greg Swatske

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MINDY MCPHERSON 604.826.1000

Mindy Sells Mobiles to Mansions!

SALES ASSOCIATE MINDY@MINDYMCPHERSON.COM

604.826.9000 TOLL FREE:

No job is too big or too small!

Stunning Spacious Family Home

#0975

G TIN LIS W NE

A Must See Backyard!

#0959

1.888.826.1177 #103 - 33070 - 5th ave., mission, bc #0974

On super sized 8560 sq. ft. lot.

2 storeys with full basement.

Bring the in-laws, the grandparents and the extended family. There is room for everyone.

Quality finishings throughout.

Excellent ideal location. Close to all levels of school, new shopping plaza. Cul-de-sac, quiet treet.

G TIN LIS W NE

10 Acres in Cascade Falls!

$599,500

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000 #0969

free market evaluation !

OFFICE:

10 acres in the picturesque Cascade Falls Area. Set up for an open concept family area up with wood fireplace. Massive master bedroom with French doors leading to a sprawling relaxing wood deck.

Downstairs could be wonderful games room/rec room/ play area with an additional 2 bedrooms. Private setting in a beautiful recreational area! Put your imagination to good use in finishing off this gem!

$479,000

ED UC RED

Timber Frame!!

2 storey w/bsmt. timber frame old growth Douglas Fir, wood frame windows, skylight, hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings give warm Whistler feel, but located in Hatzic. $459,000 To view call Amberley 604.826.9000

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

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#0906

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Back Lane Access Bonus!

Maple Ridge–Albion Area

Maple Ridge Priced to Sell

Stunning End Unit!

RV Parking - Maple Ridge

Central access to all amenities! Oldtimer house waiting for your special touch. Rancher with basement. Set above street level to take advantage of view! $239,000

Beautiful 2 storey + full bsmt. Quartz stone counters, open kitch to “great rm” Custom f/p! 4 bdrms up, den on main, room for in-laws! Lane access, detached garage. $519,700

Like New! Beautiful 1 bdrm has 9' ceil.

Elec. f/p, stacker wash/dry, walk thru double closets. Open fl plan, kitch w/ granite bar, big liv. Great rm. Great loc.

Close to everything! $149,500

Maplewood Creek, MR. 3 level townhome backs onto greenbelt. Renovated kitchen! Complex is on cul-de-sac, close to all levels of schools. New roof! Close to transit, shopping. $367,500

2 bdrm rancher, 50’x200’ lot. Has a 24’x20’ heated garage/workshop w/220 wiring. RV parking. Large fully fenced backyard w/10’x8’ storage shed $339,500

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

#0826

#0887

#0878

#0966

Maple Ridge $76,500

9+ Acres! Huge Shop!

Bells & Whistles in Hope!

Websters Landing—Chill

Centrally located with many updates!!

Electrical upgraded w/new CSA #, newer roof! New skirting, flooring, windows, new ceiling in mbdrm & hallway!

Fully fenced & private yard! $76,500

9.29 acres in Agassiz! 4 bdrm, 3 bath home, perfect for the family w/spacious fl plan. Cov deck patio, glass cov hottub. Min from town. Lots of parking!

22x30’ shop w/12’ door. $675,000

Custom home!! Gated and secure!!

Parking galore! High-end finishings.

Attached 18x15’6” shop w/2 pce bath.

In-ground pool! Sprinkler system. Bells & whistles throughout. $524,500

2 storey home w/full bsmt. Perfect loc. for today’s lifestyle w/shopping, rec. & adventure right at your doorstep. Open fl plan for family liv. Juliette balcony over the entry. $459,900

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

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#0945

#0910

#0890

Commercial—70 Mile House

Langley Condo

Comm/Res Bldg in Trail

Build Your Dream House!

Great business opportunity! Working motel & restaurant on 1.73 acres. Motel has 9 rental units plus a caretakers residence. Rest. has seating for 50. Call for further info. $449,500

Spacious 1220 sq.ft. 2 bdrm, 2 bath corner unit! Building has new roof! Upgraded plumbing. Underground parking and locker. $205,000

What a deal!! Solid older 3 storey + bsmt. Good exposure corner. Commercial on main, 2 - 1 bdrm apts on each 2nd & 3rd floor. This art-deco bldg is a great buy!! $199,900

Silverdale area. 10 acres treed land.

Use your imagination, build your dream home. $549,500

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

#0919

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Whole Lotta House!

#0936

3100 sq. ft. 2 storey home on 6000+ sq. ft. lot. High ceilings, ceiling details, warm colours, massive cooking space on centre island! 4 bdrms + den (could be 5th bdrm). $469,500 To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

City Chic! $429,900

To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

Drive up to this ‘Whistler Style’ Cathedral Entry Home! Designer Appeal from the outside to the stylish interiors! Spacious Entry Foyer with wide staircase leading up to the main level.

Open concept Great Room with tastefully appointed Kitchen complete with granite tops and pantry! Island workspace with pendant lighting & pull up bar! Gas fireplace. Master with ensuite. Additional Family room down with a powder room. Fully finished basement.

Covered deck! Roughed-in for heat pump.

TOP AGENT!! TOP RESULTS!!

For full information and photos, for 100’s of listings - please go to Mindy’s website www.mindymcpherson.com #0870

Greenbelt! Net HST Incl. $459,900 To view call Mindy 604.826.1000

Corner Location at the end of a cul-de-sac backing onto GREENSPACE! 2800+ sq.ft. home w/charming wrap around porch. Crown Mouldings. Kitchen with centre island complete w/Granite and mosaic glass tiles. French doors off family room! Jacuzzi Tub in the Master Ensuite. Spacious Main Bath. Legal suites spacious for the in-laws with separate laundry hook up. Roughed in for heat pump, gas bbq, security and vac. Plus an extra Rec room/Office/Bdrm with full bath.

3 Brand New Homes Very easy to view

Call 604-826-9000

For full information photos, Thinking of Buyingand or Selling? for 100’s of listings - please go to Call Mindy for a Free Market Amberley Neufeldt Sales Associate 604-826-9000

Mandy Dhillon Sales Associate 604-826-9000

Bob Mclean Sales Associate 604-826-9000

Gulnaz Property Manager 604-820-9000

Mindy is a house-sold word

Mindy’s websiteCatalogue evaluation or Buyer’s

604-826-1000 - Toll Free 1-888-826-1177 www.mindymcpherson.com

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Survey Mortgage Rates

Lyndy Buyze-Kerr

CLOSED FIRST MORTGAGES

#210 - 22275 123rd Ave. MAple ridge

of

August 29, 2012

LENDER ATB Financial Bank of Montreal Mortgage Corp.

Bank of Nova Scotia Canadian Western Trust CIBC Mortgage Corp.

Equitable Trust HSBC Bank of Canada Investors Group Trust Laurentian Bank of Canada League Savings & Mortgage London Life National Bank Royal Bank of Canada TD Mortgage Seville MorTgage Corp.

1 yr 3.10 3.10 3.65 3.10 3.10 3.50 3.60 3.10 3.10 3.10 3.10 3.10 3.10 3.10 2.89

2 yr 3.35 3.35 3.89 3.35 3.29 3.85 3.95 3.35 3.35 3.35 3.35 3.35 3.35 3.35 3.05

3 yr 3.95 3.95 3.99 3.95 4.05 4.05 4.45 3.95 4.05 3.95 3.95 3.95 4.05 4.05 3.09

4 yr 4.39 4.64 4.39 4.64 4.39 4.64 4.99 4.64 4.64 4.39 4.64 4.64 4.64 4.64 3.34

5 yr 3.84 3.29 4.99 5.24 5.24 5.14 5.24 5.24 5.24 5.24 5.24 5.24 5.24 5.24 3.09

OPEN HOusE sEPtEmbEr 2

217,900

$

www.sevillemortgage.ca 22718 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge Fax: 604-466-5348 Email: donna@sevillemortgage.ca

Fees payable to the lender/broker may apply (No fees payable on approved credit).

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FROM $429,900!!

Open sATurdAy & sundAy 12 - 5

REDUCED TO $979,900!

New Homes ready to

RANCHER move iNto ON Starting at $463,900 5 ACRES - VIEW

Showhome at 10132 - 240 Street

26796 Cunningham Ave, • Main stone Creek Ridge • Quality built 2Maple storey homes with basements by custom Onni Group • built 2900 built estate home with • 3pond or 4 bedrooms. Open floor plans • fireplace in the room + den • Gas 3 small barns, 3 great bedrooms • Maple kitchen with granite countertops, island • &Courtyard with Koi pond. pantry • Fridge, Amazing Golden Ears microwave, Mountain washer, view • stove, dishwasher, • dryer, Fully garberator, fenced & double electronically garage gated • Double garage

• 2 bdrm/ 2 bath Condo • Spectacular unobstructed view of Golden Ears • Huge oversized deck • Spacious living & dining areas • Lots of updates • Laminate flooring • 2 parking stalls • Located in a quiet cul-de-sac area • Close to all amenities including shopping, transit, recreation and schools call lyndy 604-466-2838 to view and/or visit the Open House!

Donna Telep Mortgage Specialist

Seville MorTgage CorporaTion, 604-466-1976

Ron Antalek

SPECTACULAR VIEWS!

Mortgage Advice is One Call Away

Provided by Donna Telep,

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New Townhomes THE CREST AT Starting at $329,900 Showhome at #67 11252 SILVER RIDGE Cottonwood Drive

429,900

$

Open hOuse sATurdAy & sundAy 1 - 4

Showhome at 10558 Jackson OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1 - 4 Road • Albion Terraces quality built nicely finished • 9 foot ceilings on the main floor.

Showhome at 10558 Jackson Road new 2 storey homes with basements.

• Spacious kitchen with granite countertops, island

• • Albion Terraces nicely finished • 9 foot Separate entrance.quality Easy tobuilt make into an inlaw andceilings desk. on the main floor. new 2 storey homes with basements.

• Spacious kitchen granite countertops, suite.

• Gas fireplace in with the family room.

• • Separate entrance.

Easy to make into an island and Appliances, blinds and landscaping included • Attacheddesk. or detached double garage inlaw suite.

• Gas fireplace in the family room. www.albionterraces.com • Appliances, blinds and landscaping included • Attached or detached double garage www.albionterraces.com

22951 136 Avenue

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• Cottonwood ridge: Nicely finished $474,900 townhomes with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

Custom built new 2 storey home Some have3ayear finished basement with a fully fi nished basement andgranite • Hardwood floors, maple cabinets, separate entrance. countertops, crown moldings Bdrm, bathroom • Gas fireplace & family rm in basement.

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• on Garage cars3 bdrms + den upstairs.

• 6 appliances and blinds included Maple kitchen with granite countertops & breakfast bar. Detached double garage.

$534,900

$183,900

INCLUDING HST

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BACKING ONTO TREED LAND

open sat & sun 1-4 10554 239th Street

highland Creek new homes $659,900

•starting at $534,900 inc hsT “The Plateau” @ Kanaka Ridge • Prestigious cul-de-sac. showhome at 23616 - 118 Ave • Deluxe 2 storey + large finished backing onto greenbelt/park, basement, 3930 sq. ft. Den on the main mountain view. 2 storey homes + floor and family rm with gas fireplace. basement with separate entrance.

• 4 large bedrooms upstairs. Master bdrm Different plans to choose from. has a 3 sided gas fireplace, soaker tub, Maple kitchen with granite separate shower & double sink vanity. countertops, island and pantry.

• AIR CONDITIONING!

Gas fireplace. Great location near schools, transit and shopping.

OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY 12 - 5 OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY WEST SIDE1 - 4

BASEMENT HOME New Townhomes

Starting at $329,900 21551 Berry Ave, Maple Ridge Showhome at #67 11252

$499,800 Cottonwood Drive

• Cottonwood Ridge: Nicely finished • Large 8500 sq. ft. lot with a dog run, townhomes with 3 bedrooms and 3 shed & 2 deluxe fish ponds. bathrooms.

Some have a finished basement Updated kitchen and island.

• • Hardwood floors, maple cabinets, granite countertops, crown moldings • new flooring & lighting.

• • Gas fireplace 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 fireplaces.

• Garage for 2 cars • Lots of room for the family.

• 6 appliances and blinds included

• RV parking potential.

OPEN SATURDAY & SUNDAY ADULT 45+1 - 4

Showhome at 23616-118 Avenue CORNER UNIT

$ REDUCED BY 40,000 #302 - 22241 Selkirk Avenue,

TO 534,900 MapleINCLUDING RidgeHST $

HIGHLAND CREEK

• Selkirk Place corner unit • Different plans to choose from.

• 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms.

• 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.

• Maple kitchen with granite countertops, island & • Large living and dining room. pantry. Great room with gas f/p.

• Gas fireplace, insuite laundry.

• 2 storey homes + a full unfinished basement with a separate entrance.

• Enclosed sundeck solarium.

• Some homes back onto a greenbelt/park, • View of the Golden Ears. mountain view. Near schools, transit & more.

• Walk to shopping and transit.

• Underground parking.

NEWPRICE HOMES READY REDUCED TO TO MOVE INTO $525,900!

Starting at $463,900

ALOUETTE RIVER FRONTAGE Showhome at 10132 - 240 Street • Main Stone Creek 13376 233 Street, Maple Ridge • Quality built 2 storey homes with basements Onni Group • Updatedbuilt 1580bysq. ft. rancher.

• 3 or 4 bedrooms.

Open floor planssoaker tub, • Large master bedroom, ensuite • Gas fi replace in the great room cedar siding, • Double glazed vinyl windows, • Maple kitchen with granite countertops, newer roof & paint. island & pantry • Gasstove, fireplace.

Den has French doors to large • Fridge, dishwasher, microwave, verandah with built-in hot garage tub. washer, dryer,deck garberator, double • Amazing landscaping. 9,750 sq. ft. lot.

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First-time buyers an important market

Appealing to the younger buyer It takes a lot of skill and savvy to market a home. You have to know who you want to reach and how to do it.

Several developments in the Lower Mainland have adopted a very chic, very hip approach to reaching their client bases in the past year.

The Ultra Urban Village development – located in Surrey’s Central City – has taken a modern approach. The 40-storey, 362-unit tower is just a block away from SFU’s Surrey campus, and marketing manager Joanna Bysterveld says developer WestStone Properties definitely targeted students with Ultra’s marketing, which features ads and websites covered in pink.

“We’re trying to aim toward very chic, very trendy with Ultra,” she says.

The homes at Ultra ooze with style.

The kitchen cupboards have a vertical wood grain that gives the room a subtle stripe theme. The suites also come with the ultimate hip signifier: undermount sinks, cut right into the granite, that look like they belong in a factory.

An amenity centre packs in a theatre room that can be booked for movie nights and hockey parties, and Bysterveld says that has been a hit with younger buyers, who have flocked to the project.

For more information, visit urbanvillageliving.com.

He also notes that Portrait’s awardwinning reputation is drawing in buyers. Portrait has won a total of 105 major industry awards, including 27 Gold Georgie Awards, several national SAM Awards and the Avid Diamond Award for Best Customer Service Experience in Canada this year.

“People are really wanting peace of mind,” Steine says. “We’re giving that to them with this project.”

Portrait started out in Surrey, Steine says, and is pleased to return to the area.

He is particularly excited about the technology that will be available at the sales centre.

“It’s going to be an innovative iPad interactive feature,” he says. It will give potential buyers the ability to

choose their home, colour scheme and finishings right on the iPad. They are then given a printout of what they chose to take home with them.

“It’s a very detailed presentation,” Steine says.

The development is already under construction, and Steine says buyers will be able to start taking possession by the end of October or early November. There will be six phases in the project, and those who buy before construction on their home begins will have more choice available to them on their finishings.

Pricing will start in the low $300,000s. For more information and to pre-register, visit www. portraithomes.ca/communities/ panoramawoods.

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Portrait Homes is bringing something different to Surrey with its latest townhouse development, Panorama Woods.

With a great central location and plenty of green space, buyers are sure to find a sense of serenity with their new home. Located just minutes from Highway 99, getting where you need to go will never be an issue. There are several schools in the area, as well as shopping and leisure activities such as golfing and walking trails.

“It’s really central to anywhere you want to go,” says Troy Steine, vicepresident of marketing and sales for Portrait Homes. “It’s very convenient.”

That convenience is continued with the on-site clubhouse, which will feature a lounge area with a kitchen, exercise room and a guest suite, among other amenities.

However, it’s the homes themselves that are really drawing people in.

“The floorplans are very livable,” says Steine. One special feature of the homes at Panorama Woods is the powder room on the main floor, something that Steine says Portrait is happy to offer its buyers with this project.

With a variety of three-bedroom plans available, there is truly something for everyone at Panorama Woods. The homes range from approximately 1,380 to over 1,700 square feet, all with a modern open-plan layout.

“How we build and finish the homes is really going to be something Surrey hasn’t seen for a long time,” says Steine.

“There is a very high level of standard finishings available.”

Some of those standard finishings include nine-foot ceilings throughout the main level and an electric fireplace that is perfect for curling up in front of at the end of a long day.

“The kitchens are very usable,” says Steine. With designer-selected granite countertops and a hand-set ceramic tile backsplash, the kitchens are a gourmet’s dream. The stainless-steel appliances and chic contemporary cabinets are complemented by the modern track lighting in the kitchen that easily illuminates your every task without lending a harsh light to the proceedings.

The master suites are relaxing and elegant, with a hand-set ceramic tile tub surround and ensuite floor, large separate shower stalls and tons of closet space. The cabinets with their sleek

knobs and pulls are fitted with softclose drawers and doors as a thoughtful little touch.

Portrait is planning to hold its grand opening in late September or early October, but Steine says that those who pre-register will be able to get a sneak peek at the homes before they officially open.

“If they register now, they have the opportunity to meet with our sales staff the week before opening,” he says. “It’s a good opportunity … and gives them the ability to choose their home before grand opening day. They will want to act on that very quickly.”

Portrait only recently started allowing pre-registration for Panorama Woods, and Steine says that there are already a few dozen people registered.

“There are a lot of people looking in our price range,” he says. “I think we’re really fitting the bill there.”

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How we build and finish the homes is really going to be something Surrey hasn’t seen for a long time,” says Troy Steine, viceresident of marketing and sales for Portrait Homes.

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Coming home to Portrait Homes’ Panorama Woods will always be exciting. With it’s great location and access to plenty of recreation, top, or its spacious floorplans with gorgeous outdoor space, above, the homes are perfect for families of all sizes.

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Mayors to vote on TLink tax hike Some Shoes Need Filling

by Jef f Nage l Black Press

Metro Vancouver mayors are bracing for a new clash later this fall over whether to sacrifice planned transit expansions in Surrey and Langley in order to avoid a TransLink property tax increase set for next year.

Langley City Mayor Peter Fassbender said he would be “very, very surprised”if a nearly complete provincial audit of TransLink finds enough savings to plug all of the funding gaps facing the cash-strapped system.

TransLink froze several projects in April after mayors voted to scrap a $30 million property tax hike for the next two years.

But that vote wasn’t legally binding, so a new one would have to take place on a formal TransLink supplement this fall that could rescind the tax hike and potentially make further cuts.

Only a huge raft of savings

uncovered by auditors and TransLink’s internal belttightening efforts would allow the region to proceed with the express bus projects and avoid the higher tax.

“We don’t have to find just $30 million,” Fassbender said.

“We have to find close to $75 million. The reason is the gas tax is down significantly.”

TransLink estimates its fuel tax take from the 15 cents per litre it collects within Metro Vancouver will bring in $120 million less over the next three years than it has counted on in its Moving Forward plan.

It’s not clear why less fuel is being bought in the region, but out-of-region buying, possibly amplified by cross-border shopping, is thought to be one factor.

Fassbender said he fears actual service cuts are a real possibility for TransLink if the property tax hike is repealed.

He said he will vote against such a supplement and lobby other mayors to defeat the measure, proceed with the tax

hike and hopefully launch the new bus routes.

“Myself and other mayors south of the Fraser will be fighting hard to keep the property tax for the next two years, “ he said.

The TransLink mayors’ council never intended that the tax hike go ahead when it was approved a year ago – it was merely to be a backup in case negotiations with the province on new funding sources,such as a vehicle levy, collapsed.

But confidence of a new deal turned out misplaced as the province this spring refused to consider new sources until a full audit is complete.

Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom has said he remains optimistic the Highway 1 express bus will be in place when the new Port Mann Bridge opens.

“It would be ludicrous to suggest the millions of dollars that have been spent to provide the infrastructure for rapid buses wouldn’t be used,” Fassbender said.

Mayors Council chair Richard Walton,mayor of the North Vancouver District, acknowledged the divisions that have opened between cities over the issue.

“Obviously there are differing regional priorities and tensions,”he said.

The property tax hike would add $23 to the tax bill for the average Metro home.

Meanwhile,Walton said mayors will also be looking at what new TransLink governance model they should support.

The province offered a modest change to the existing board that would add two directors – the mayors’ council chair and vice-chair – but keep majority control with the remaining unelected directors.

Mayors quickly rejected that proposal.

Walton said most mayors now appear to support a complete return to the previous TransLink model, where elected mayors and councillors were appointed by the Metro Vancouver board.

Retire former legislature clerk, NDP says

by To m Fletch e r Black Press VICTORIA – NDP MLAs used the first public meeting of the legislative management committee to call for former clerk of the house George MacMinn to be removed from his $240,000-a-year consulting job.

NDP house leader John Horgan called for the second year of MacMinn’s consulting contract to be terminated, and asked if taxpayers are paying him for his car, club memberships or pension in addition to extending his salary.

MacMinn stepped down last year after 54 years as a legislative clerk, the longest term in Commonwealth history. He served as chief clerk from 1993 until last year, when he agreed to make way for his long-time assistant Craig James.

Horgan said the succession took place without consulting the official opposition, and was “orchestrated” by MacMinn to include the consulting arrangement that extended his salary and benefits for two years. He said committee members don’t know what MacMinn is supposed to do as a consultant,but public accounts show he was paid $250,000 plus $22,000 in travel expenses last year.

B.C. Liberal members of the committee have agreed to review MacMinn’s position, once a report is prepared on his duties. James warned that the two-year term is legally binding, and if it was terminated it could increase the cost to taxpayers.

The B.C. Liberal majority voted to approve the appointment of James and the consulting role for MacMinn last year, with NDP MLAs opposed.

Historically a secretive group overseeing the $70 million leg-

islature budget, the Legislative Assembly Management Committee was pushed into the open by a critical report issued in July by Auditor General John Doyle.

The audit found that MLA credit card bills are being paid without receipts, and the legislative assembly hasn’t produced financial statements despite a 2007 recommenda-

tion from the previous auditor general.

Speaker Bill Barisoff,chair of the committee,said work is well along to implement the auditor’s recommendations.

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What matters: running to win the prize

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here is a lot of national hand-wringing over Canada’s medal production at the London ‘Bronze’ games.

The standard was set for Canada to place in the top 12 of the medal standings, and we fell just short – 13th place.

I don’t know what it is, we have a lot of great athletes in this country, but on the world stage we have a tough time finding that top level of overall consistency.

Kudos to the women’s soccer team. Here is group of ladies who came in ranked 11th in the world and almost took down the powerhouse U.S. team (I will not comment about the officiating here, except to say that I found it interesting that she didn’t get to ref any more games).

Congratulations to all the medal winners. This is a feat

that bears celebrating.

To conquer all comers on the world stage is an amazing thing, and these folks are worthy of the satisfaction that they get to enjoy.

But the satisfaction is only as good as the next competition.

Success in our world is very fleeting – just ask Ben Johnson, or Roberto Luongo.

Lou won Olympic gold with our beloved men’s hockey squad here in Vancouver – the very town he plays for professionally – and here we are a couple years down the road and he is all but done as a sports entity in this market.

Success is fleeting.

It’s one thing to attain the championship, it’s a whole other thing to retain that champion status.

Win it this year and you are a hero. Lose it next year, and you are yesterday’s news.

When I sold cars for Scott Jones at West Coast Toyota, I always made it my goal to be the top producer for the month. It was a great goal, and I actually attained it a couple of times.

But I almost always got beat out by God’s gift to Toyota sales, my good friend Kalim.

All that said, I had my

money just can’t share of success quite buy enough in Toyota-land, of what really but it didn’t matmatters. ter how many I Paul is a sold in a month, prominent figure the next month in the Bible. In we all started one of his letters again at ground he wrote this: zero (except if “ ... forgetting you worked for what lies behind Jimmy Pattison and straining in the hey-day…

Acts of Faith forward to what if you were the Duane Goerzen lies ahead, I press low man on the on toward the sales stats, you goal for the prize often found of the upward call of God in yourself pursuing alternate Christ Jesus.” employment).

Inasmuch as I have strove Success is fleeting.Which for success in many areas brings us back to the quesof life, this is what I live tion of the month: what for: God is faithful and His really matters? unfailing love has forever The last couple weeks I have spoken about the issues changed my life.

My sights are higher than of the brevity of life coupled anything this world could with the importance of ever offer me. prioritizing our significant What really matters is relationships, then this that God loves me and He whole issue of living our days well because our health has done everything necessary to restore a relationcan never be guaranteed. ship with me.

How do you quantify That is a prize that I success?

Sports, beauty, popularity, will carry into eternity. It will never tarnish, rust, or economics, all offer tempoexpire. rary satisfaction.

I get to win the race, forBut most of us have come ever. And so can you. That’s to realize that at the end of what really matters. the day it never really lasts, does it?

Duane Goerzen is lead Trophies get outdated, pastor at Maple Ridge beauty sags and bulges, Community Church. popularity wanes , and

MeadowRidge Rotary Club 22 Annual Sports Banquet Monday, October 1. 2012 Meadow Gardens Golf & Country Club 19675 Meadow Gardens Way, Pitt Meadow BC 6:00 pm No Host Bar

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Emcee John McKeachie, HomeTown Heroes’ Inductee, & Live & Silent Auctions Raising Funds for Youth Sports Facilities in Ridge Meadows MeadowRidge Rotary has raised over $500,000 for local sports facility projects.

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Williams proves to coach he’s Ram tough Maple Ridge football product excels in the B.C. Junior Football Conference

by G ar y Ahu ja Black Press Malcolm Williams is a happy guy.

Spending a few minutes with him before practice, he has an ever present cheek-to-cheek grin.

“He has fun every day,” said Langley Rams coach Jeff Alamolhoda.

“You never see Malcolm without a smile on his face.”

About the only people not smiling when it comes to Williams are the opposing defensive backs who have to line up against the six-foot-three wide receiver during the B.C. Junior Football Conference season.

Since getting into the Rams line-up in Week 2, Williams has been sensational, catching seven touchdown passes and racking up nearly 300 yards receiving.

Not surprisingly, Langley is off to a 3-0-1 start to the season after Saturday’s 34-3 win over the Okanagan Sun. “I don’t know [the secret],” Williams said with a laugh.

“Everybody is asking me lately and I don’t know what to give them as an answer.

“Just running hard and trying to make every play I can for my team.”

The 19-year-old from Maple Ridge ended up with the Rams after taking last year off football.

Recruited out of Pitt Meadows secondary, where he excelled in both football and basketball, he chose to play the latter with the UBC Thunderbirds.

It marked the first time since he was seven years old that he was not on the football field.

“Not playing was tough,” he admitted about being away from the gridiron, although he watched as much UBC football as he could.

“It was hard, but I had my hands full with basketball.”

As a guard on the Thunderbirds team, Williams averaged 7.7 points and 2.3 rebounds in just over 20 minutes per game.

However, struggles in the classroom took their toll.

“The school part didn’t go so great for me,”he said, adding that he is attending classes at Langara College to upgrade some of his marks.

With no basketball team to play for, Williams returned to the sport he calls his “first love.”

He arrived at tryouts for the Rams with little fan-

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Langley Rams receiver Malcolm Williams (No. 81) caught five passes during his team’s 34-3 victory over the Okanagan Sun on Saturday at McLeod Park, including his seventh touchdown of the season. Williams returned to the gridiron after sitting out last season. fare.

“He contacted us,”Alamolhoda said. “[Malcolm] has taken his opportunity and ran with it. He came into our program as a non-starter and worked his way into the starting line-up.

“And for someone as talented as he is, you would think he would have an attitude or something that he wasn’t starting right away.”

“But he just worked real hard, earned his spot, his starting role, and when he got on the field for the first

time, he wouldn’t let us take him off.”

Williams is tied for the league lead with seven touchdowns and leads in points with 44 – courtesy of a two-point convert attempt he caught in week two.

He is tied for second in receptions with 16 and third in yards with 298.

What makes Williams tough to defend is the combination of his size and athleticism.

“I like the fact I am a little taller than most DBs; I like to use my height to may advantage,” Williams

said.“Try to use some of my rebounding skills from basketball against some of the smaller DBs.” Alamolhoda said Williams presents a ‘catching radius’and the quarterback can throw the ball to where only his receiver can make the play.

“His body control is outstanding; he knows how to use his body in space and with other people around him,” said Alamolhoda.

“Obviously our quarterback likes the way he has an outlet like that.”

Golden weekend for two Maple Ridge cyclists contributed

Maggie Coles-Lyster made the most of her opportunities on Vancouver Island last weekend.

The 13-year-old cyclist from Maple Ridge powered her way to four gold medals and one

silver at the Provincial Track Cycling Championships at the Commonwealth Legacy Velodrome in Colwood, 15 kilometers west of Victoria.

More than 70 the participants were in junior and youth categories.

Coles-Lyster, who races with team Local Ride/Dr. Vie Superfoods, said she gained valu-

able experience at the event and savors each medal.

“It was an amazing experience. I raced as hard as I could, and it paid off,” said ColesLyster “I love each race, but especially the ones that contain elements of both endurance and sprinting.”

One of her golds came in the individual pursuit, where

Coles-Lyster finished almost four second more than silver medallist Rachael Carey.

Melanie Von Stetten, another development rider racing for the Maple Ridge-based Local Ride/Dr.Vie Superfoods team, snagged two provincial titles.

Von Stetten won in both the individual pursuit and in the

Omnium event.

Von Stetten is in her first year of elite competition, and has shown tremendous progression this season, according to team manager Barry Lyster.

“Developing women’s cycling is one of our foremost goals,” said Lyster, “so we are delighted to see such success.”

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Marshmallow shooters Greg Andrews attempts to hit a marshmallow with a child’s club in a longest drive competition sponsored by Brandee McWhinney of the Canadian Mortgage Experts at the tee off blocks of the sixth hole during the Maple Ridge Community Foundation’s inaugural Community FORE Charity Golf Tournament at Swaneset Bay Resort and Country Club on Tuesday.

Sports Calendar • The North Fraser Therapeutic Riding Association needs volunteers to help groom and tack horses and to lead or side walk with riders during their lesson. Horse experience is great but not required. If you

enjoy the outdoors, working with wonderful people of all abilities, and love animals, this is the place for you. Call 604-462-7786 for info.

• The Maple Ridge Golf Club men’s night tees off every Thursday.

All levels welcome. For info, call Monty Martin at 604-465 9221.

• Volunteers wanted for the Special Olympics. Coaches and assistant coaches needed. To volunteer, contact a.caught@gmail.com.

• The West Coast Auto Group Football Club adult women’s soccer teams are looking for players for this year’s fall season schedule. Players with some soccer experience can sign up for the Under-21 league,

as well as Divisions 1 through 4. In addition, the WCAGFC women’s 30plus team is also accepting players.

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Back to basics for exercise routines N

It can take anywhere from ow that the days are a few minutes (in the case getting shorter and of an elite athlete) to about the unrelenting heat 10-15 minutes (in the case of a of summer fades into the cool sedentary person) for enough cocoon of fall, many people oxygen to arrive will shift into at the muscles to regular autumnal burn a significant patterns, returning amount of fat for to school and work energy – called schedules. aerobic metaboExercise is one lism. of the things that Until that time, may have been carbohydrates changed, reduced are burned in or MIA during the the absence of summer months sufficient oxygen for regular fitness (called anaerobic buffs. But for metabolism). people starting on Kinected Kerry Senchyna When carbohya new journey of drates are burned exercise, it can be in this fashion, the an exciting, but waste product is lactic acid, somewhat daunting task to which accumulates quickly in begin a new routine. the muscle and causes a burnWhen starting an exercise ing sensation. routine, knowing what to do A well-conditioned indiis only half the battle. Staying vidual can circulate lactate to consistent and motivated is the heart, liver and muscles very important, and part of quickly to use it to produce that process is understanding which sensations are good and more energy, but in a poorly which are bad during exercise. conditioned individual, this process is slower and lactate In my experience, people builds up in the muscle and often will experience discauses fatigue and discomfort. comfort during the first 10 This burning is unpleasant to 15 minutes of exercise and can be accompanied by and this will dissuade them some breathlessness, and it from continuing. But if they is the main reason so many understood better what is people associate negative feelhappening in their muscles ings with exercise. and how to modify the activIn order to burn carboity, they would have a much hydrates, they need to be more rewarding experience. brought out of storage from Some people have called the the liver and dumped into the feeling of overcoming this blood stream. initial distress getting their To accomplish this feat, the ‘second wind.’

When you begin to exercise, hormone Glucagon is secreted from the pancreas.We also many different processes store glucose in our muscles occur, but they take time to (called muscle glycogen), but kick in. Nerves send messages a poorly trained person does to the muscles quickly, but not store much glycogen, hormones must be released, which also inhibits perforheart rate must increase and mance. capillaries must dilate to Adrenal hormones and increase blood flow, and so on.

Glucagon also take time to Here is a breakdown of be released and travel to fat what goes on.

During the first few minutes storage areas in the body to release fat into the blood of exercise, the muscles can’t stream for use by the muscles. make use of the abundant Heart rate is stimulated to fat in the body because there isn’t enough oxygen around to increase by many hormonal and neural factors, includburn it yet.

WHL pre-season tilt benefits minor hockey Minor hockey in the area will get a shot in the arm thanks to a WHL exhibition game.

The Victoria Royals host the Kamloops Blazers at Planet Ice in Maple Ridge tonight at 7:05 p.m.

Tickets are $10 for the match, with proceeds going to the Ridge Meadows Minor Hockey Association and the Ridge Meadows Female Minor Hockey Association.

To purchase tickets online go to selectyourtickets.com/ promo and enter the promotional code Rustlers or Barracudas for access to the site.

code will allow the website to determine where the sale came from and forward the funds to the appropriate association.

The game is a rematch of the opening round of the Western Conference quarterfinals. The seventh seeded Royals, formerly the Chilliwack Bruins, were swept aside in four games.The Royals cleaned house last off-season, bringing in former New York Ranger assistant GM Cameron Hope as their new GM and former NHLer Dave Lowry is the new coach. sports@mapleridgenews.com

ing increased blood levels of carbon dioxide, hydrogen ions, epinephrine, blood pressure changes, breathing rate increases and mental input.

It can take two to three minutes for the heart rate to increase and stabilize after you begin exercising. It also takes time for arterioles and capillaries to dilate in your muscles to get more blood and oxygen to the muscles.

So if you are starting a new exercise routine, go easy on yourself and understand that if you are not in great shape that all these systems – take time to kick into gear and

that a little discomfort can be normal before you get your second wind. If you need to, just ease your pace a little for the first 10 minutes and warm up into your activity well.

Once you get in better shape, you will tolerate this period better and all your regulation systems will improve, too, allowing you in time to go a little faster and longer with less discomfort.

Kerry Senchyna holds a bachelor of science degree in kinesiology and is owner of West Coast Kinesiology in Maple Ridge.

RIDGE MEADOWS MINOR SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION established in 1978

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Thursday, September 13th, 2012 at 7:30 p.m.

Location: “The Warehouse” at #7 – 23382 River Road

All interested parties are invited to attend for the Annual Report and the 2012 / 2013 Executive Elections.

Please contact Denise Fewtrell, at denisefewtrell@telus.net or Lisa Riley at markandlisa2007@shaw.ca RMMSA Rep Managers, if you are interested in playing in the Rep Division and unable to attend tryouts. Please indicate your Division, for example U14.

Tryouts begin September 4th, 2012

Please visit our website WWW.RRMMSA.COM for tryout schedulee

RIDGE MEADOWS HOSPITAL FOUNDATION ANNUAL GALA

Fraser River Pile & Dredge is pleased to present the 23rd Annual Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation Fundraising Gala on Saturday, October 15, 2011 at Meadow Gardens Golf Course.

Tickets are available now at $175 each.

For tickets and sponsorship information please call 604.466.6958.

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Meadow Gardens Golf Course, Pitt Meadows Lions Club, and RBC Foundation are proud to support the Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation.

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ommunity Calendar lists events in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. Notices are free to local non-profit groups courtesy of The News. Drop off details to 22328 119 Ave., fax to 604-463-4741 or e-mail events@mapleridgenews. com at least a week before the event. Include a contact name and number. (No submissions by phone.) Listings appear as space permits. For guaranteed publication, ask our classified department at 604-467-1122 about non-profit rates.

August 31 •The Ridge Meadows Seniors Society is hosting an

afternoon of bingo from 2 to 4 p.m. in the lounge, located at 12150 224th St. in Maple Ridge. Cards are $1 each and there will be 10 games. Refresments are available.

September 1 • Dress up your Teddy Bear and bring him to the Haney Farmers Market for the annual mini Teddy Bear Picnic or just bring your favourite stuffy or adopt one of ours.

Bear cookies, bear check-up, bubbles, balloons, face-painting and Dilly the Clown will lead our Teddy Bear Parade at noon. Our vegetable and fruit stands are loaded with lots of

fresh produce. Group of Nine Art Club is in the bandstand with displays and exhibitions by local artists. Paula Justus entertains until 10:30 a.m. then Paul Surridge and friends have the stage at the Café Corner. The Haney Farmers Market in Memorial Peace Park on 224th from 9 to 2 p.m.

•The Ridge Meadows Seniors Society is hosting an afternoon of karaoke from 1 to 4 p.m. in the lounge. The RMSS is located at 12150 224th St. in Maple Ridge. Refresments are available.

September 4 • Join the Maple Ridge

Retired Teachers’ at their annual Hell With the Bell Brunch being held in the Courtyard at Maple Ridge Alliance Church at 20399 Dewdney Trunk Rd. starting at 10 a.m. Costs to RMRTA members is $11. Newly retirees as of June 2012 are invited free.

To register, email Julie Zoney, at jbz@telus.net or call 604467-1370 by August 24th.

Septemeber 5 • The Kanaka Open mic stage features talented local musician Paul Haskel. Join us from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Kanaka Creek Coffee, No. 101-24155 102nd Ave. in Maple Ridge For

more info call 604 463 6727.

September 6 • Willow Manor and Home Instead Senior Care is hosting part one of a Family Dementia Workshop aimed at helping family members of those with Alzheimer’s and other dementia’s learn more about the disease and how to manage varying behaviors.

This will take place at Willow Manor 12275 224th St. from 6 to 9 p.m. The Workshop is free, but registration is required by calling 604-552-3324.

• The Maple Ridge Better Breathers Club will hold a meeting at the Fraser Room of

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• Conquer your fears by joining Blue Heron Toastmasters Club where you will learn increased self-confidence, enhanced leadership ability, polished social skills and much more. Blue Heron Toastmasters meets every Thursday, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Pitt Meadows City Hall. For more info contact Andrew Thompson at 604460-0339.

September 9 • The North Fraser Therapeutic Riding Association is now preparing for our Fall 2012 Horseback Riding program. We need volunteers to come forward to help groom and tack our horses and to lead or side walk with our riders during their lesson. Horse experience is great but not required. If you enjoy the outdoors, working with wonderful people of all abilities, and love animals, this is the place for you. A volunteer orientation session will be held 1 to 2:30 p.m. The Fall session begins on Sept. 17.

Call 604-462-7786 or email nftra@shaw.ca for info.

• The Port Haney Neighbourhood Change Initiative invites everyone to be a part of Port Haney Day 2012 from noon to 4 p.m. at Haney House at 11612 224th St. • Town ‘n’ Country Swingers square dance club fis starting a new dance class starting in January 2012. We are starting another new dancer class at the Maple Ridge Senior Centre. Classes run every Wednesday evening from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Call 604465-3820 for info.

• Interested in Beavers?

The 1st Haney Beavers are starting their season for boys and girls ages five to seven.

The meeting takes place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Golden Ears United Church, located at 22165 Dewdney Truck Rd. For more info call Danielle at 604 466 2174 or d.prior@shaw.ca September 13 • Willow Manor and Home Instead Senior Care is hosting part one of a Family Dementia Workshop aimed at helping family members of those with Alzheimer’s and other dementia’s learn more about the disease and how to manage varying behaviors.

This will take place at Willow Manor 12275 224th St. from 6 to 9 p.m. The Workshop is free,

but registration is required by calling 604-552-3324.

•The Ridge Meadows Seniors Society is hosting Senors Helping Seniors at 9:30 a.m. in the library room at RMSS, located at 12150 224th St. in Maple Ridge.

September 18 • The Ridge Meadows Hospice Society and Alouette Addictions will be offering an eight week interavtive group for adults dealing with complex grief . For more info or to register please call 604-463-7722 or email info@ ridgemeadowshospicesociety. com or scott@alouetteaddictions.org.

• The Golden Ears Writers presents the second annual Writers Jamboree in the lobby of the Maple Ridge ACT, located at 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge. The event takes place from 7 to 9 p.m.. All local writers, ages 18-plus, fiction and non fiction, are invited to attend our annual icebreaker.

Bring writing tools and prepare to have fun. For more info email citizen@shaw.ca.

September 20 • The North Fraser Chapter CARP and Chartwell Seniors Housing are hosting a presentation by the B.C. Centre For Elder Advocacy Support called: Protect Yourself! Frauds and Scams at Willows Manor, 12275 – 224th St., Maple Ridge starting at 1 p.m. The program deals with frauds, scams, identity theft and telemarketing. It includes topics such as common scams targeting older adults, identity theft and strategies to protect personal information as well as methods for dealing with telephone solicitors.

Refreshments will be served.

For more info., contact Bruce Bird at 778-284-1189 or email brucebird@shaw.ca or carpnorthfraserchapter@gmail. com.

September 22 • The Artistry Local, an action group of GETI (Golden Ears Transition Initiative) is looking for local artisan vendors to be a part of the Artisan Village at the 2nd Annual Getifest from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The deadline to register is Aug. 31. For info call Lisa at 604-762-4839 or Kim at 778-552-2832.

September 23 • The Doggie Dash gets underway at Osprey VIllage in Pitt Meadows for a one-, three- or five-kilometre run or walk. Race participants receive a doggie-themed race package. There will be fun and games for dogs after the race as well as door prizes. Cost is $10 and you can register at www.recreg4u.ca. Use barcode 174252 or call 604-465-2470.

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In loving memory of Jean Scragg who passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, September 1 at 1:00 P.M. in the Maple Ridge Baptist Church, 22155 Lougheed Hwy. Pastor Art Birch officiating. In lieu of flowers. Donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

IN MEMORIAM

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Farm Worker Needed

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Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work?

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FRUIT DRY ROOM PROCESSOR Fruit processing plant in Pitt Meadows looking for a full time Fruit Dry Room Processor year round.

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Try part-time work as a Food Demonstrator 6-10 days a month in Thrifty Foods, Safeway, Save-On-Foods, Price Smart, London Drugs and more!

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Needed in Mid Island Get on the fast track to a new career in 38 Weeks Nanaimo – There’s a desperate need for Health Care Assistants on Mid Vancouver Island. In fact, B.C.’s healthcare sector has grown by 28% since 1997 and employers are struggling to fill job vacancies. Much of the demand is due to increases in the senior population. Health Care Assistants provide personal care, companionship and other important medical support services.

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HELP WANTED

Required for an Alberta Trucking Company. One Class 1 Driver. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience pulling low boys and driving off road. Candidate must be able to pass a drug test and be willing to relocate to Edson, Alberta. Scheduled Days Off. Call Lloyd 780-723-5051

SECURITY GUARDS Required - Now. P/T F/T. Must be Licenced, experienced.

Week days & nights, weekends all available.

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THE LEMARE GROUP is accepting resumes for the following positions: • Grapple Yarder Operators (144,044) • Hooktenders • Chasers • 2nd Loader/Buckers • Hydraulic Log Loader/Hoe Forward Operators • Off Highway Logging Truck Drivers (Pacific) • Heavy Duty Mechanics.

Full time with union rates and benefits. Please send resumes by fax to 250-956-4888 or email: office@lemare.ca.

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Specialty Liquor Store

10 Customer Service positions available!

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Must have Serving it Right, be courteous, reliable and bondable.

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Bring resume to Unit #160 ~ 20398 Dewdney Trunk Rd.

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Suitable for someone who enjoys working with their hands and has attention to details. Minimum wage.

HEAD COFFEE ROASTER P/T Must be able to lift over 30 lbs. over their heads and pay special detail to all aspects of operating a gas coffee roaster. Exp. would be an asset, however will train the right candidate. The is wage $15 per hour.

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Must have a min. of three years experience building logging roads.

Accommodation available.

Competitive Wages & Benefits After 3 mos.

Please fax: 604-796-0318 or e-mail: coleen.tamihilog@shaw.ca

HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC for a busy logging company in Harrison Mills . Must have valid BC drivers licence & provide own tools. At least two year’s previous experience required.

Competitive Wages & Benefits After 3 mos.

Please fax 604-796-0318 or e-mail: mikayla.tamihilog@shaw.ca INSTALLERS & HELPERS for SHOWER DOOR & CLOSET ORGANIZER INSTALLATION Surrey’s Leading Glass & Shower Door Company Rahul Glass Ltd. is looking for experienced Full-Time Installers & Helpers.

Exciting packages will be offered to those with previous exp.

WILLING TO TRAIN. Punjabi speaking is an asset.

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

GM EAST INDIAN Restaurant is now hiring Dishwasher & Kitchen helpers, full & part time. Drop in with resume to 20726 Lougheed Hwy, between 2 & 5pm.

No phone calls please.

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Full time / Part time, Benefits available, and competitive wage

TRADES, TECHNICAL

DRILLER / BLASTER with valid ticket required.

Training provided in North Burnaby.

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This is a Permanent Full-Time position Location: Fruit Processing Plant Pacific Canadian Fruit Packers 18450 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Pitt Meadows B.C. V3Y 2R9 Fax: 604-460-2041

Maryna 604-338-3843

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Contact Raj 604-710-1581 or e-mail resume: info@rahulglass.com

Journeyman Mechanic Do you love the outdoors? OK Tire in Terrace, B.C. NOW HIRING! Excellent renumeration for successful applicant.

Fax resume to (1)-250-635-5367 Attn. General Manager or Email: momack@citywest.ca

Journeymen Fabricators and CWB Ticketed Welders required. Afternoon shift available. Gloucester Industrial Park. FAX: 604-856-2363 Visit our website: www.lesteel.com

NOOTKA SOUND TIMBER Requires the following:

Send resume and hours available to: #101 12473 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows, BC or email subway_careers@shaw.ca SHAKE & SHINGLE PUB

Servers / Bar Tender & Dishwasher Full & part time shifts available immediately.

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Hydraulic Loader Operator/Hoe Chucker • Grapple Yarder Operator • Hooktender Level III OFA would be an asset. Operates on Nootka Island on a 14&7 or 10&4 shift

Fax resume to 250-594-1198 or nootkasoundtimber@gmail.com

Competitive wages, medical & dental for those who qualify.

Must be available for all shifts.

Apply in person with resume to:

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Delivery Drivers With industrial type vehicles only.

Vehicle must hold 5000 papers .

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142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS THE Friesen Group of Companies is looking for two outstanding team players to complement our existing accounting department in Abbotsford. See our website www.cgmilling.com/careers for detailed job descriptions and how to apply.

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Jakes Construction Ltd has openings for experienced r 'PSFNBO r 1JQF -BZFST r (SBEFNFO r -BCPVSFST r &RVJQNFOU 0QFSBUPST The successful candidate must have experience in Forestry road building and/or Civil construction.

Offering competitive wages and career advancement for the right individuals

Send resume to: hr@jakesconstruction.ca Fax 604-702-5609

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WELDER “B” ASME pressure vessel Mfg. in M/R requite welders with pressure vessel exp. Sub arc mig and tig an asset. Email resume mike@emmfg.com

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Bookkeeping & Accounting Payroll, Year-end, Financial Statements, Income Taxes E-FILE Service Ph: 604-465-2123 Cellular: 604-788-0161

WAREHOUSE POSITION Busy Port Coquitlam Wholesale Company looking for an individual whom is able to work independently, is energetic, and able to follow direction in a timely manner. Duties include, picking orders, light duty shipping/receiving, merchandising and general light duty warehouse work. Must be flexible with hours, warehouse hours are M-F, 8:30 - 5:00.

“AN EXTRA HAND” Exp. Hardworking, reliable cleaning lady. Also grocery shopping, light errands & companionship, to-from appoint Louise Reasonable rates. 604.467.3665

Please Email resume to: leslie@eagleridgetrading.com or Fax (604)-944-8853

CUSTOMIZED HOUSECLEANING TO SUIT YOUR NEEDS

PERSONAL SERVICES

* Move-Outs * Staging *Inside Windows & Organizing Xmas Gift Certicates available

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ANTIQUES/COLLECTIBLES, Lg Vintage Asian Collection, Sun/Mon 9 - 3, 12296 224th Street, Marilyn7@shaw.ca 604-467-6617

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CONCRETE & PLACING

9am ~ 5pm

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FRANKS Drywall *Boarding*Taping *Spraying no job too sm. Seniors rts Free ests. 604-939-7029, 809-1945

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Specializing in steel stud’s, T Bar ceilings, Boarding & Taping All Textured ceilings & Painting Any size job ~ 33 years exp Call Mike (604)463-2296 or 778-996-2296 or Jay 604-722-6197

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GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine.

7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

RETIRED carpenter wants to keep busy. Looking for small carpentry jobs. Will repair or build new. Will also do small plumbing jobs. Call Ken 604-460-7803.

M.T. GUTTERS Professional Installation 5” Gutter, Down Pipe, Soffit

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Tarot Card Readings

by Caroline Price $20.

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MIND BODY SPIRIT

(#102055) Bonded

Specializing in Renos New Const, (Comm./Res.) Free Estimates

MASSAGE CONFIDENTIAL SIMPLY FOR YOUR HEALTH & PLEASURE. *European *Private A.M. Special 20% Off 604.230.4444

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

101 - 19070 Lougheed Hwy, Pitt Meadows A - 20779 Lougheed Hwy Maple Ridge Your local natural stone distributors. Custom made Granite Countertops.

Slate Granite Marble Tile Tumbled stone.

Large selection of Porcelain & Ceramic Sales & Service 604.463.0718 ~ 604.460.6656

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE Rick’s Bobcat Service. Leveling, Back Filling, Trucking Reas.

Rates.778-355-2978, 604-290-2978

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Happy Place Garden & Home Services.

Gardening, Pruning, Landscaping, Trimming and Handy Home Services.

604-615-4356 Prompt Delivery Available

Seven Days a Week

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19851 ~ 116A Ave

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EVERY Sunday 7am

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MOVING & STORAGE

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2 HUNGRY PAINTERS JUST SIMPLY BETTER Int./Ext. + Power Washing. 75 years exp. combined 604-467-2532

ABOVE THE REST “ Interior & Exterior Unbeatable Prices & Professional Crew.

• Free Est. • Written Guarantee • No Hassle • Quick Work • Insured • WCB

604-537-4140 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials.

Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

A-TECH Services

604-230-3539

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

604-351-6245

ABACUS ROOFING Asphalt roofs, Re & Re, Shake conversions *30yrs Exp.

Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL

Call Chris

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls.

Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed.

Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

www.paintspecial.com

604-462-9009

GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters. $80. 604-240-5362

Mainland Roofing Ltd. 25 yrs in roofing industry

338

PLUMBING

*Rototilling *Levelling *Gardens *Loader Work *Brush Cutter *Plowing

Family owned & operated.

Fully insured. We do Cedar Shakes, conversions, concrete tiles, torchon, fibreglass shingles, restoration & repairs. 20 yr labour warranty. 604-723-2626 www.mainlandroof.com

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~ Free Estimates ~ 604-941-2263 / 604-725-7246

Residential & Commercial Services

LOOK for our YARD SIGNS D Free estimates D Insured Licensed D References Residential D Pressure Washing

RUBBISH REMOVAL

DISPOSAL BINS

Pay-Less Pro Painting Ext./Int. Summer Special .

Serving Tri City 32 Yrs. Call 24 Hrs/7 Days paylesspainting.multiply.com

Scott 604-891-9967 JAGUAR LANDSCAPING Lawn & Garden Service. Design, Pruning, Lawns, Cleanups, Comm/Res. (604)462-1369

Quality professional courteous painters avail. Free est. 778-8085821. www.southwestpainting.ca

SAWDUST

ACCURATE PROFESSIONAL PAINTING SERVICES

.Enterprise Plumbing, Heaitng, Gasfitting

WDesign & Renovations WDecks WFences WStairs W Retaining walls WRailings Home Renovations Call Patrick for a free est.

604.319.1993

AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, Efficient & Quality Paint. 778.245.9069

Reno’s/Additions/Kitchens

Woodland Decks

HST ~ WCB ~ Liabity Ins ~ Lic Seniors discount 15% off All Work Guaranteed

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

Check out our Real Estate Section (600’s) for home listings by realtors and For Sale By Owners for a great deal on your new home.

CUSTOM TILE WORK or BATHROOMS

Gary 604-339-5430

Call Ian 604-724-6373

pressurewashing

Business / Industrial / Apartments Residential W Strata Complexes WMalls

Time to Put Down Some Roots?

CONCRETE WORK

Email: hoot&owl@telus.net

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Boom lift W Windows Gutter Cleaning Painting Int/Ext

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$45/Hr

604-463-3644 604-861-1490

HOOT & OWL

Handyman - 604-518-4778 WCB & Liability Insured. www.lwrestoration.com

A-1 EXTERIOR/ INTERIOR. Quality job, senior rates, free est, residential, commercial. Refs. 15 yrs exp.

No job too small.Call 604-476-0766

AFFORDABLE MOVING

DUTCH TOUCH

PRESSURE WASHING

Meadows Landscape Supply

320

DOUBLE SCREENED TOPSOIL Sand & gravel. Excavating & Drainage. Call Randy for info.

Meesh Trucking, 604-728-1768

341

Residential & Commercial

GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds $59.00 Per Ton

Dean 604-834-3076

Drywall work/rubbish removal

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

EXPERT POWER

Ed’s ROTOTILLING & LANDSCAPING

778.885.7074 Trent Reisinger

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

LANDSCAPING

604-465-3189

EAGLE TILE

604-653-5928

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

SBroken Concrete RocksS $22.00 Per Metric Ton SMud Dirt Sod ClayS $22.00 Per metric Ton

PICK-UP ...... or .... DELIVERY

Concrete, Forming, Framing & Siding. Crews available for new construction & additions Patrick 604-218-3064

DC ELECTRIC (#37544). Bonded.

24 hr service. We specialize in jobs too small for the big guys! 30 yrs exp. Free est. 604-460-8867.

MISC SERVICES

NO Wood byproducts used

Mathias 604-313-5530

Physic Healer

Specializing in Palm, Tarot Cards, Crystal Ball Readings. Reunites loved ones.

One visit will amaze you!

Call today for a better tomorrow.

3 Readings $45

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

✶Dump Site Now Open✶

When QUALITY Matters

*BATHROOMS *KITCHENS *ADDITIONS *REMODELING *SUNDECKS *BASEMENTS, etc 20+ yrs exp., Insured/Guaranteed Big & Small Jobs Welcome!!

Spiritual

300

317

Call Tim 604-612-5388

ELECTRICAL

172 ASTROLOGY/PSYCHICS

Sat & Sun Sept 1st & 2nd 9am ~ 5pm

HOME REPAIRS

28 YEARS EXPERIENCE FULLY INSURED

Taping, Spraying & Patching No job too big or small. Del & Kelly 604-505-3826 or 778-318-0173

260

11190 South Bonson Rd

Books, Misc Household.

LEO: Mobile #657-2375, 462-8620

UNIQUE CONCRETE DESIGN

Multi Family Garage Sale

Pitt Meadows

Maple Ridge

NO JOB TOO SMALL

604-468-8889

nd

Knick Knacks, Clothes, Toys, Garden Furn, & More Rain or Shine

22082-132nd Avenue SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 9:30 am - Noon

GARAGE SALES

Pitt Meadows

Big Family Garage Sale

MAPLE RIDGE

HERFORT CONCRETE # 101-1125 Nicola Avenue Port Coq. (behind COSTCO)

551

Maple Ridge

COQUITLAM Multi- Family Moving Out of Country & Teacher Sale 3163 & 3164 Pier Drive Saturday, September 1 Sunday, September 2 9:00a.m.-1:00p.m.

Hse. Hld. Items, Posters.

Theme Books & More.

Call Marie 604-467-1118

242

GARAGE SALES

12131 - 221st Street

CLEANING SERVICES

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

551

GARAGE SALES

Hemlock, Fir & Cedar

HOGFUEL Please call for pricing 604-465-5193 or 604-465-5197 www.augustinesoilandmulch.com

3 Rooms for $299.

Powerwashing New const.

Interior/Exterior No Job’s too small.

Free Estimate

778-834-6234

✔ ALL YOUR PLUMBING NEEDS Call Niko Plumbing Ltd. 24/7.

Res/Com, plugged drains. h/w tanks. ★15 yrs exp. 604-837-6640

341

PRESSURE WASHING

Always!pressure washing, window cleaning, Gutter, lawn maintains, yard clean-up. Simon 604-230-0627

• Portable Toilets • Fencing • Containers • Waste Management • Storage

We Recycle!

GO GREEN! www.EconPro.com 604-882-2733

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

RECYCLE-IT!

JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly • Estate Services • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses & More!

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

PETS 477

PETS

LABRADOODLE puppies. F1B. Medium, Non shedding Black or apricot. Ready September $1200. Tel 604-355-9881 MALTI / SHIH-TZU / POODLE X. Pups/adults. Non-shedding, hand raised, paper trained. 604-820-9469 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

www.recycleitcanada.ca

P/B Choc. lab puppies, 4 F. left, born June 27, CKC reg. vet✓ $700.

604-217-6551 or 604-825-1730.

FREE! Scrap Metal Removal...FREE!!!

SHELTIES SABLE COLOUR full white collars, 9 weeks old, selecting and caring for loveable precious puppies, (604)826-6311

604.587.5865

*Appliances *BBQs *Exercise Equip *Cars/Trucks/Trailers *Hotwater Tanks *Furnaces * Restaurant Equipment All FREE pickup!

778-233-4949 T & K Haulaway

RECYCLE YOUR JUNK! Rubbish Removal, Caring for the Earth. Professional Quality Service at Great Rates. 604-787-8782

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL Always! deliver Top soil, bark mulch, sand & gravel. 7days/wk.

Simon 604-230-0627 will spread

TOPSOIL

• • •

SCREENED TOPSOIL MUSHROOM MANURE BARK MULCH 604-467-3003

SHORKIES beautiful Yorkie/Shih Tzu X pups, $600. 2 M & 2 F, happy, 1st shots, vet chkd, good pet homes only. (604)510-1477 Toy Australian Shepherds, 3 merle males, 1 tri color male, 8 wks old, $500, 604-819-5500, 604-794-3231 YORKIE PUPS. P/B no papers.

Shots, vet checked, female, 8 weeks. $850. 604-702-8338 Chwk

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 506

509

Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $

AUCTIONS COLLECTIBLES AUCTION Short notice Monday Sept 3, 7pm

CENTRAL AUCTION #313 - 20560 - Langley By Pass (#10 Hwy) 604-534-8322

524

UNDER $200

ATTENTION ALL KNITTERS Wool Sale. Everything .75 cents (604)465-0339

527 COMPUTER EQUIPMENT Tree removal done RIGHT! • Tree & Stump Removal • Certified Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck • Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging ~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~

HUMANWARE Zoom-Ex scanner / reader; scans & reads documents & books, out loud, for visually impaired or reading disabilities. c/w Zoom Office, only 1x, pd $1995, sell for $1200. (604)466-0405

533

FERTILIZERS

604-787-5915, 604-291-7778 www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca 10% OFF with this AD

WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $160 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $180. 604-856-8877

542 Your LOCAL Tree Service, For Honest Prices & Quality Work Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certified Arborist

BLUEBERRIES. U-PICK $1.30 lb.

WE-PICK $2.00 lb. 19478 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Pitt Mead. 763-2808

LOOKING FOR WORK?

Check out bcclassified.com Help Wanted - Class 130

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Free Estimates * Fully Insured

PETS 477

PETS

BOUVIER PUPS, home raised, loyal & loving. var. colors $800. Call 250-486-6773. sm.white@shaw.ca

CHIHUAHUA, tea cup puppies, ready now, male & female, $700.

(604)794-7347

FURNITURE

#1 Cash Buyer “Since 1987” $$CASH $$ for your furniture, tools, electronics, antiques, appliances, computers & collectibles.

WW ANYTHING OF VALUE WW Single items to entire households

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

FRUIT & VEGETABLES

463-4449 or 209-6583 A New Pillowtop Mattress Set Still in Packaging! Can Deliver! $150 - Call: 604-484-0379

MATTRESSES starting at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

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MEDICAL SUPPLIES

4 WHEEL SCOOTER Fully Serviced, brand new batteries. $600 Firm. Call 604-465-5412.

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

RV SITES AVORADO RESORT. Beautiful waterfront RV Resort. New Sites For Sale ($63,900). All season, full amenities, clubhouse & beach access. Co-op Resort w/Lifetime Ownership! www.avorado.com Call 250-228-3586.

657

HOPE

YALE, WOW 395K- 3+ acres, 2 houses, 600 ft Fraser River frt. 2 hrs from Vanc. Dan (604)860-3454

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca

Glenwood Manor Apartments 1 & 2 Bdrms from $695 & $860 & renovated suite with dishwasher $45. extra.

Clean, Spacious Includes cable, heat, hot water & parking Seniors discount 21387 Dewdney Trunk Rd

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

706

(604)466-5799 MAPLE RIDGE

WESTGATE APTS

APARTMENT/CONDO #1 IN RENTALS (Since 1990)

Professional Property Management Services

1 Month FREE Rent Large 2 bdrm stes available.

Includes heat, hot water, large balconies. Close to transit.

Call 778-788-1845

P.Meadows Brand New. Solaris Towers. *1 bd+den $1100. *2 bd $1250. 5 appls, nr WCE, shops,parks, schls. Refs, ns/np.

810

RECREATIONAL/SALE

AUTO FINANCING

838

CARS - DOMESTIC

Factory custom, 74 cube (1200) big bore by Denco Cycle, Bassani pipe, windshield, sissy bar, leather bags. 27,000km, one old guy owner, $7450 obo (604)817-1945

Call 604-464-7548

Visit our website for other rental properties:

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COQUITLAM Ctr area.Silver Spring Beaut 2bd, view, pool/gym+, nr schl D.Col.Sept15. $1295.604-941-3259

MAPLE RIDGE, 11672 ~ 224th St.

2 Bdrm suite. $725/mo. incl. heat, h/w, 1 1/2 blocks from Haney Place Mall, 2 blocks from WC Express.

Avail. July 1st

Call Cole 778.828.8219 or 604.942.6466

WILLOW PLACE 22256 ~ 119th Ave Partially reno’d,quiet,spacious & bright suites 2 - 1 Bdrm Apts. Avail now or Sept 1st Inc. heat, h/w, prkg & storage W No Pets W (604) 369-1096 NEW WEST 621 Colburne; Avail Aug 1, quiet & clean 1 bdrm, 1 blk fr Queens Park & Canada Games pool. No pets, $740. 604-454-4540

Polo Club Apartments 19071 Ford Rd. Pitt Meadows

1 & 2 Bdrms $790/$890

Queen Anne Apts. * Renovated Suites * Clean, very quiet, large, INCLUDES: HEAT, HOT WATER & HYDRO Near Shopping & Amenities.

Clean, Quiet Well Managed Bldg.

3 Blocks to W.C. Express W 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites W 3 Appliances W Secured Garage Parking W Adult Oriented W Ref’s Req’d & Absolutely No Pets

604.465.7221

SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

604-463-7450 604-463-2236 12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certified Crime Free Buildings MAPLE RIDGE

1 BEDROOM SUITES Newly renovated $700 - $740/mo Util + sec pkng extra

Haney Motor Hotel 22222 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge Inquire in person between 9am - 3pm or

Call 604-467-3944 750

Suit Mature Adults 22330 McIntosh Avenue

(604)463-6841 MAPLE RIDGE 2 bdrm condo with u/g pkng. Avail now. $1000/mo.

Gordon Tower @ 222nd/Dewdney.

604-467-4450 or 604-833-4450.

MAPLE RIDGE

AVAILABLE NOW

SUITES, LOWER

MAPLE RIDGE 216th. Lrg 2 bdrm 1300 sq/ft, shared laundry, avail Oct 1st. Pets ok. Ref’s req’d. $1000 +50% utils. 604-727-7071.

818

2002 BUICK Century LOADED 1 owner, garage kept, showroom 115kms $3800. obo (604)467-9536 2006 CHRYSLER 300, 4 dr, loaded, 77K, fresh AirCare, awesome shape, $9950. Jim 604-828-2084

MAPLE COURT I 22437 121st Ave 604-467-0715 &

MAPLE COURT II

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

MAPLE RIDGE Central large 2 bdrm, N/S, N/P, avail Oct 1st $850 incls utils (604)377-9611

#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

Maple Ridge East - reno’d like new 1 bdrm. f/bath, n/p, n/s, shr’d lndry. pri. ent. cls. to amen./bus. Sept 1. $800 incls. cbl./utils. 604-783-8492

TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

1 Bdrm suite $735 2 Bdrm corner suite $895 S Incl heat/hot wtr, wndw cvrngs S Close to bus stop S Walk to shpng/medical/WCE S Across from park w/Mtn views S Gated parking and Elevator S Adult oriented building S References required CALL FOR APPOINTMENT

MAPLE RIDGE

MAPLE RIDGE suit quiet single couple, ref’s req’d 2 bdrm g/lev. patio, shed, shr W/D, N/S, N/P incl utils $900.

Sept 15/Oct.1.

(604)808-1787 Pitt Meadows: 1 bdrm g/l ste light, cable, w/i-net. NS/NP n/ldry Sept 1.

Clse to WCE $750. 604-465-7620 PITT MEADOWS new 1 bdrm, F/P, D/W, $800/mo incls heat/hydro N/S, n/p, suit single Oct 1 (604)837-2565 PORT COQUITLAM, 2/bdrm grnd level ste. Full bath. Sep entry. Cls to all amenities. $800/mo incl utils, cable, lndry. NS/NP (604)945-5911

Metal Recycling Ltd. We Pay CA$H For •Auto •Scrap Metals •Batteries •Machinery •Lead

PORT Coquitlam Citadel Heights c/d/s. 1 bdrm for sgle, sep entry.

NP/NS. Hydro/cble/internet & lndry incl $700. Avl now. 604-942-6259

751

Scotty 604-313-1887 The Scrapper

SUITES, UPPER

MAPLE RIDGE. 227th. 3 bdrm. 2 bath, large deck, work shop, f/p, $1300/mo. Oct 1st. 604-830-3546

752

TOWNHOUSES

MAPLE RIDGE, Beautiful spacious 3/bdrm end unit, 2.5 baths, balcony, garage. Cl to schools & shops. $1500 + util. 5/appli. B/I Vac. N/S, N/P. Avail Sept 1. 1(604)814-3494

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 2005 JEEP LIBERTY Rocky Mountain One owner, well maintained Very good condition with P/W, A/C, Sun Roof, Trailer package.

Champagne colour.

148kms $8000. 604-467-3908

PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1030/mo - $1134/mo. Shares req’d. Close to WCE, schools & shopping. No subsidy available.

19225 119th Ave. For more info & to book an appt. call 604-465-1938

604-464-3550

2008 JEEP PATRIOT - North Ed 5spd, 42,000 kms. Warr.

Silver $14,000obo. 604-525-3508 lve msg

TRANSPORTATION 709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL PORT COQUITLAM, 2043 sq ft.

Ground floor, dance/fitness area.

Facing onto city park. 1 blk from Lougheed/Shaughnessy intersection. 604-464-3550.

736

HOMES FOR RENT

MAPLE RIDGE, Albion 5 bdrm, 2.5 bath, on 2 acres. Workshop/carport. $1795. Horses welcome. 778-8935972 or (604)306-1701

741

806

ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

851

1985 MONTE CARLO All original, 1 owner with just 70,500km, V8, ps,pdb,pw, bucket seats, consul, full instrumentation. landau roof. $4500. 604-467-3908

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MAPLE RIDGE

OFFICE & RETAIL SPACE Various downtown locations.

Avail. Now! Updated and well maintained. Various sizes 320sf.

- 2000sf. Starting at $495/month.

Call: Rick Medhurst, Royal LePage

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

MALTESE pups, Born July 13. 2 Males-Non-shed. vet ✔, dewormed, 1shots. $750/ea. 604-464-5077

TWO WOOL CARPETS Each 8’ X 11’ like new. One is $350 & $750. Please call 604-463-6144

Large 1 & 2 Bedrooms.

Hardwood floors, adult oriented, heat, h/w & cable incl’d, f/p, n/pets.

Criminal Record check may be reqd Resident Manager Onsite Now with SENIORS DISCOUNT

604.477.0603

TRUCKS & VANS

2008 FORD 350, diesel. Black. 3 yr warranty left. $27,000. Call 604589-6032 or 604-807-6022.

2008 FORD F150 regular cab 2 whl dr 8ft box auto V6 only 14,000kms, silver $10,000 firm 604-538-4883

OFFICE/RETAIL

GERMAN Shepherd pups. European bloodline,1st shots, vet checkd males/females.$850. 604-226-7202

Maple Ridge Swan Court Apartments

2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

Silver Valley 2Bdrm Ground level ste. Priv.entry/laundry, NS/NP $750 mo. incl util 604-463-1043

PORT COQUITLAM

MAPLE RIDGE CENTRAL 1 bdrm apt, $750/mo incl heat, h/w, N/P. Avail Sept. 1st. Call 604-476-6683.

MAPLE RIDGE Central Mature Adult building 1 Bdrm apt., newly reno’d u/g parking,cable incld $600$650/mo, n/p, ref’s, For appoint 11am to 5pm (778)327-8405.

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

MAPLE RIDGE, 2 bdrm. Very clean area. $950 mo. Sept. 1st. N/S N/P. 604-476-2104 / 604-506-9330

1 & 2 BDRM SUITES Heat, hot water & parking.

Close to stores & schools.

845

MAPLE RIDGE, 216TH & Ridgeway, Reno’d 900 sf. lrg. bdrm. + den, F/bath. Laminate flrs. & tile. Sep. ent. Fenc’d yrd. WIFI, CABLE, LAUNDRY, PETS OK, $750 + 1/3 utils. NOW. Refs. req.604 467 9459

No pets. Close to amen.

McIntosh Plaza

2007 HARLEY SPORTSTER

COQUITLAM 234 Monday St. Bright modern 1 bdrm. suite, 700 sq. ft, centrally loc. Ldry., garage prkg. N/P N/S. Avail. immed. $800 mo. 604-939-3211 or 604-862-6026

Maple Ridge

MAPLE RIDGE

GREAT LOCATION

$75 OFF 1ST MONTH

MAPLE RIDGE Hammond. 1 Bdrm grnd lvl ste nr schls, bus, all amens, sep entry, gas f/p, share laundry, fresh paint. N/S, pet neg. Avail now. $695/mo +1/3utils. 604-512-5921.

Hide-A-Bed couch $125.

Solid Maple dinette table, 4 chairs, buffet & hutch $375.

Blue recliner chair $75.

Blue recliner lift chair $400.

“Nexon” walker $275.

Dark pine dresser & mirror $90.

All in Excellent condition 604.465.1615

ENGLISH BULLDOG P/B pups.

Beautiful, loving, healthy, family raised. 1st shots, micro chipped, 2 year genetic health guart’d. Born June 12th. $2,000. 604-850-4192.

ROOMS FOR RENT

TRANSPORTATION

Maple Ridge

MAPLE RIDGE: Prime Retail office space 2500 sf. 224th & McIntosh 2nd flr above Jim’s Pizza. Avail. now. Reasonable. (604)230-3058

CHINESE SHAR PEIS. Healthy happy M. & F. Variety of colors & ages. Brush & bear coats. House raised. Well socialized. Vet ✔, shots. Now 604-814-0038. sonjasdogs@yahoo.ca

TRANSPORTATION

Rooms from $445/mo. Fully Furn, weekly maid service, cable TV, private bath, on bus route, 5/min walk to commuter rail.

Call 604.467.5677

604-463-3000

MISC. FOR SALE

746

Maple Ridge Centre 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments Newly renovated, hardwood floors, heat & hot water included. No pets.

From $750/mo for 1 bdrm; $950 for 2 bdrms.

Avail now. Close to amenities.

22423 121st Ave 604-467-4894

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APPLIANCES

Fridge $195; Stove $175 Washer $175; Dryer $175 Stackers & Dishwasher Warranty, delivery, low prices 604-534-4402 ----------------------------------------APPLIANCES WANTED * Free pick-up* 604-339-0744

TREE SERVICES A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv.

Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping.

Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS New SRI *1152 s/f dblwide $77,900 *14x70 full gyproc single wide, loaded $66,900. Repossessed Mobiles & Modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

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REAL ESTATE

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

1-800-910-6402

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MAPLE RIDGE: Small furnished or not - offices/meeting room for rent. Call (604)467-8862

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821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2002 NISSAN SENTRA 128,000km, silver, manual trans. ps., pb., pl., keyless, one owner, no accidents. $4200. (604)657-6844

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2006 MAZDA 3 - 4 dr sedan. auto, 2l, 70,000 kms, Blue. Many options. $7700/firm (604)538-4883 2011 NISSAN VERSA 4/dr h/back, auto, 25,000/km, red, many options, $8600/firm. 604-538-9257.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: The Estate of Francis Shorter Kenny also known as Frank Kenny, deceased, formerly of 227 - 22141 119th Avenue, Maple Ridge, British Columbia V2X 2Y7. Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Francis Shorter Kenny are hereby notified under Section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Administrator, at 201 - 467 Cumberland Road, Courtenay, BC V9N 2C5, on or before October 5, 2012, after which date the Admnistrator will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Administrator then has notice.

By DAVID A. McVEA Barrister and Solicitor Swift Datoo Law Corporation 201 - 467 Cumberland Road Courtenay, BC V9N 2C5 Phone: (250) 334-4461 Fax: (250) 334-2335

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VERACRUZ

INCLUDES: 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ■ HEATED FRONT SEATS ■ BLUETOOTH® HANDS FREE PHONE SYSTEM ■ 7 PASSENGER SEATING ■ REAR PARKING ASSIST SYSTEM

PAPER TO INSERT DEALER TAG HERE 604 467 3401 mapleridgehyundai.com

23213 Lougheed Hwy

6,264

HyundaiCanada.com

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5-year/100,000 km Comprehensive Limited Warranty 5-year/100,000 km Powertrain Warranty 5-year/100,000 km Emission Warranty

FINANCING FOR 48 MONTHS

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28,995

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ELANTRA TOURING GL 5-SPEED MANUAL. DELIVERY & DESTINATION INCLUDED.

INCLUDES: AIR CONDITIONING ■ HEATED FRONT SEATS & MIRRORS ■ 6 AIRBAGS WITH FRONT ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINTS ■ CRUISE CONTROL ■ XM RADIO WITH BLUETOOTH® HANDS FREE PHONE SYSTEM SONATA GL AUTO. DELIVERY & DESTINATION INCLUDED.

TUCSON L 5-SPEED MANUAL. DELIVERY & DESTINATION INCLUDED.

SELLING PRICE: $26,959♦ SANTA FE AWD PREMIUM PACKAGE. PRICE INCLUDES $4,500 IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTS‡. DELIVERY & DESTINATION INCLUDED.

VERACRUZ GL FWD. DELIVERY & DESTINATION INCLUDED.

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TM The Hyundai names, logos, product names, feature names, images and slogans are trademarks owned by Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. †Finance offers available O.A.C. from Hyundai Financial Services based on a new 2012 Elantra Touring GL 5-Speed Manual/2013 Sonata GL Automatic/2012 Tucson L 5-Speed Manual/2012 Santa Fe AWD Premium Pkg./2012 Veracruz GL FWD with an annual finance rate of 0% for 48 months. Bi-weekly payment is $154/$222/$174/$260/$279. No down payment is required. Cost of Borrowing is $0. Finance offers include Delivery and Destination of $1,495/$1,565/$1,760/$1,760/$1,760. Registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, charges, license fees and all applicable taxes are excluded. Delivery and destination charge includes freight, P.D.E., dealer admin fees and a full tank of gas. Financing example: 2013 Sonata GL Automatic for $22,995 at 0% per annum equals $222 bi-weekly for 48 months for a total obligation of $22,995. Cash price is $22,995. Cost of Borrowing is $0. Example price includes Delivery and Destination of $1,565. Registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, charges, license fees and all applicable taxes are excluded. Delivery and destination charge includes freight, P.D.E., dealer admin fees and a full tank of gas. †♦Prices for models shown (after deducting price adjustment): 2012 Elantra Touring GLS Manual/2013 Sonata Limited/2012 Tucson Limited AWD/2012 Santa Fe 3.5 Limited AWD/2012 Veracruz GLS AWD is $18,644/$28,064/$30,109/$32,059/$35,759. Delivery and Destination charges of $1,495/$1,565/$1,760/$1,760/$1,760 included. Registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, charges, license fees and all applicable taxes are excluded. Delivery and destination charge includes freight, P.D.E., dealer admin fees and a full tank of gas. ▼Fuel consumption for 2012 Elantra Touring GL 5-Speed Manual(HWY 6.4L/100KM; City 8.9L/100KM)/2012 Sonata GL Auto (HWY 5.7L/100KM; City 8.7L/100KM)/2012 Tucson L 5-speed (HWY 7.4L/100KM; City 10.1L/100KM)/2012 Santa Fe GL 2.4 6-Speed Manual (HWY 7.7L /100KM, City 11.0L /100KM)/2012 Veracruz GL FWD (HWY 8.5L/100KM; City 12.7L/100KM) are based on Energuide. Actual fuel efficiency may vary based on driving conditions and the addition of certain vehicle accessories. Fuel economy figures are used for comparison purposes only. ‡Price adjustments are calculated against the vehicle’s starting price. Price adjustments of up to $3,699/$2,569/$3,764/$4,500/$5,500/$6,264 available on 2012 Elantra Touring/2013 Sonata/2012 Tucson/2012 Santa Fe AWD Premium Pkg/2012 Santa Fe GL 3.5 Sports Pkg./2012 Veracruz. Price adjustments applied before taxes. Offer cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other available offers. Offer is non-transferable and cannot be assigned. No vehicle trade-in required. Bluetooth® Hands free and the navigation system only recognize English voice commands. Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Hyundai is under license. iPod® is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc., and any use of such marks by Hyundai is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. ♦‡Offers available for a limited time, and subject to change or cancellation without notice. See dealer for complete details. Dealer may sell for less. Inventory is limited, dealer order may be required. ^Based on Natural Resource Canada’s 2012 ecoEnergy award for most fuel efficient full-size car. ▲Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). ††Hyundai’s Comprehensive Limited Warranty coverage covers most vehicle components against defects in workmanship under normal use and maintenance conditions.

*Earn 250 reward miles with the purchase of a new or pre-owned vehicle. Earn 750 Bonus reward miles with the purchase of an in-stock new or pre-owned vehicle valued over $7,500, excluding taxes. Bonus offer ends July 31, 2012. Visit Maple Ridge Hyundai for details. ®TM Trademarks of AIR MILES International Trading B.V. Used under license by LoyaltyOne, Inc. and Super Dave’s Golden Ears Motors DBA Maple Ridge Hyundai

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INCLUDES: ALL WHEEL DRIVE ■ AIR CONDITIONING ■ POWER SUNROOF ■ HEATED FRONT SEATS & MIRRORS ■ CRUISE CONTROL ■ XM RADIO WITH BLUETOOTH® HANDS FREE PHONE SYSTEM ■ 18" ALLOY WHEELS

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5,500

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FINANCING FOR 48 MONTHS ‡

IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTS Limited model shown

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FINANCING FOR 48 MONTHS

INCLUDES AIR CONDITIONING

HIGHWAY 7.7L/100 KM 37 MPG▼

2012

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17,995 $

21,759 Limited model shown

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INCLUDES: AIR CONDITIONING ■ EZ LANE CHANGE ASSIST ■ DOWNHILL BRAKE CONTROL & HILLSTART ASSIST ■ MOTOR DRIVEN POWER STEERING ■ REAR SPOILER ■ iPOD®/USB/MP3 AUXILIARY INPUT JACKS

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$

WAS

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HIGHWAY 7.4L/100 KM 38 MPG▼

TUCSON 2012

FINANCING FOR 48 MONTHS

22,995 AWARDED THE HIGHEST GOVERNMENT CRASH SAFETY RATING▲ U.S. NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION

25,564

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WAS

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15,995

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THE MOST FUEL-EFFICIENT FULL-SIZED CAR – NATURAL RESOURCE CANADA’S 2012 ECOENERGY VEHICLE AWARD^

HIGHWAY 5.7L/100 KM 50 MPG▼

SONATA 2013

FINANCING FOR 48 MONTHS

INCLUDES AIR CONDITIONING

HIGHWAY 6.4L/100 KM 44 MPG▼

INCLUDES: AIR CONDITIONING WITH GLOVE BOX COOLER ■ HEATED FRONT SEATS & MIRRORS ■ 6 AIRBAGS WITH FRONT ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINTS ■ CRUISE CONTROL ■ REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY ■ POWER WINDOWS, DOORS, LOCKS & MIRRORS

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