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suspect in realtor shooting IhIT takes over investigation; Franz Prokop ’recovering’

by M on i sh a M ar ti n s staff reporter

An Indo-Canadian man who walks with a limp has been identified as the main suspect in the attempted murder of a Maple Ridge realtor.

The RCMP’s Integrated Homicide Team re- Prokop leased a description of the man Tuesday, a month after Franz Prokop was injured while showing a sevenhectare (19-acre) property listed for sale, located on Lougheed Highway, just east of 240th Street.

Prokop, with Macdonald Realty, was shot multiple times in the head just after 12:40 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 31.

The former District of Maple Ridge councillor managed to flag down a passing car, and an off-duty paramedic was one of the first people on scene.

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A dose of culture Members of the Vancouver Inter-Cultural Orchestra Small Ensemble, a professional concert band founded in 2001 and devoted to performing new intercultural music, performs Saturday during Culture Days at the ACT in Maple Ridge. see more, p13.

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Bridge still ‘underperforming’ TransLink subsidy to increase to $40 million

by Phil M elnyc h u k staff reporter

Motorists keep paying to cross the Golden Ears Bridge, but it’s still not enough to hit TransLink’s targets.

TransLink officials told Metro

Vancouver mayors last week that the annual subsidy needed for contractor payments and maintenance costs is expected to grow from $30 million – to around $40 million in each of the next two years.

The number reflects a new reality that TransLink is facing after the boom times of the early 2000s ended and the economic recession of 2008 hit the world economy.

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Recent numbers show the bridge is still under achieving expectations.

When the bridge opened in July 2009, TransLink expected then an average of 30,000 vehicles to use the bridge daily.

But in 2012, the average num-

ber of daily crossings was still only 29,500.

When it comes to money expected to be brought in from the tolls, in 2011, revenues were about $4 million less than the projections of $38 million.

It took until a year later before the $38 million figure was hit, with actual figures for 2012 showing reveBlack Press nue at $38.9 million, with the same The average number of daily crossings is revenue expected this year. see Bridge, p11 29,500.

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No plan to dismantle medical grows Mayors want federal government to ensure operations closed by 2014

legal source for medical marijuana will be large-scale licensed commercial producers.

Daykin said he’s pleased Health Canada brought in new rules, but remains frustrated that there’ll be no way to ensure to current licensees comply with them.

As of September, 572 people in Maple Ridge held personal use production licenses, while 59 were designated to grow medical marijuana for others.

In Pitt Meadows, there are 50 people with personal production licenses. The number of designated licenses was too low for Health Canada to disclose.

Both Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge have bylaws in the works to deal with commercial medical marijuana growers. Pitt Meadows is going to restrict the growops to industrial areas, while Maple Ridge wants them on agricultural land.

Two companies have already expressed interest in setting up commercial operations in Maple Ridge.

by M o ni s ha M a r tin s staff reporter

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or the past five years, the Pitt Meadows senior has been assured the medical marijuana operation across the street from his home will soon disappear.

The daily whiff of pot that floats across the fields, the constant stream of traffic and unsavoury characters in muscle shirts will be gone by spring, so he’s been told after repeated complaints to RCMP and city bylaw officials.

“I honestly don’t think it’s going to happen,” said the man, who asked to remain anonymous, as he was threatened by the people who operate the large medical growop on a street off Harris Road.

“They’ll just carry on and do what they want.”

By next spring, more than 600 medical marijuana grow operations in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows will no longer be legal, but there are no plans in place to ensure each one will be stop producing marijuana.

Health Canada does not intend to enforce the closures, and won’t disclose where the operations are located, citing privacy concerns.

Ridge Meadows RCMP and municipal staff will be tasked with tracking down the growops and ensuring they are dismantled.

“Since Health Canada will no longer sell and distribute the marijuana for medical purposes after April 1, 2014, any activities undertaken by licensed individuals who disregard licence requirements may be subject to law enforcement measures under the applicable legislation,” said Health Canada spokesperson Sara Lauer.

Health Canada’s lack of a plan annoys the mayors of Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows, who are concerned that many growers will continue producing in residential neighbourhoods until they are caught.

“There is no provision, no information or anything from the federal government on how they are going to wind these things up,” said Maple Ridge Mayor Ernie Daykin.

“No. 1 is we want them out of our residential housing stock.”

Come April 1, Health Canada will no longer sell and distribute marijuana for medical purposes. Personal and designated production will no longer be permitted and people who currently hold personal or designated production licenses will have to safely dispose of all dried marijuana and plants.

Under the new regime, the only

“How are we going to shut them down? That’s something they’ve not told us yet.”

Deb Walters, Pitt Meadows mayor

RCMP are consulting with both municipalities to figure out how to tackle dismantling soon-to-be illegal medical grows.

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“It’s a huge concern for RCMP and the Fire Chiefs Associations of Canada,” said Pitt Meadows Mayor Deb Walters.

“How are we going to shut them down? That’s something they’ve not told us yet.”

For Walters, it’s back to square one – municipalities with already strained resources are left to clean up a federal mess.

According to statistics from Health Canada, about 21,000 people in the country hold personal or designated production licenses.

“I think there is going to a lot of outrage from municipalities across Canada, “ Walters said. “They’ve left this problem for us to deal with and we have no additional resources to deal with it.”

Ridge Meadows RCMP, meanwhile, are consulting with both municipalities to figure out how to tackle dismantling soon-to-be illegal medical grows.

Walters believes her civic counterparts across Canada will be joining forces to deal with the new changes.

“It’s just the beginning of many, many discussions that are starting to happen,” she added.

“We are going to start uniting and there’s going to have to be some sort of reaction from the federal government.”

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SPOTLIGHT ON: A Taste of Maple Ridge and Beyond The 2013 Golden Harvest Celebrates our Bounty of Food and Friends On Friday, October 18 the Maple Ridge Agricultural Advisory Committee, in partnership with Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows Agricultural Association and the Haney Farmers Market present the fifth annual Golden Harvest at the ACT (Arts Centre Theatre). This local food event was created to showcase the talents of top local chefs, culinary arts students from three local high schools (MRSS, Thomas Haney, Garibaldi) and increase awareness of the variety of our local bounty. An appetizer party with a harvest-y feel, Golden Harvest promises to inspire your taste buds and get you thinking and talking local with your friends!

The event runs from 6:00 to 8:00 pm and will feature displays and samples from Field to Fork Herbs, Nature and Living (Mushrooms), Kitchen Picks (Herbs), MR/PM Community Kitchens, Hopcott Premium Meats, Golden Ears Cheese Crafters, Red Barn, de la Bouche Specialty Foods and the

October 2013 Council Meeting Schedule Mayor and Council encourage everyone to attend these important public meetings. It’s your chance to see how public policy is debated and enacted.

Monday, October 7 9:00 am, Workshop - Blaney Room 1:00 pm, Committee of the Whole - Council Chambers Tuesday, October 8 7:00 pm, Council Meeting - Council Chambers Tuesday, October 15 7:00 pm, Public Hearing - Council Chambers

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Tickets are $25 with seniors and students tickets price at only $20. Get your tickets at the Haney Farmers Market, from any member of the Agricultural Advisory Committee or from The ACT box office in person or by calling 604-476-2787.

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The goals of the symposium are to engage residents 55yrs+ within our community, encourage and support active and healthy lifestyles and to promote social, recreational and volunteer opportunities in the community. The symposium includes exhibitor booths, a free lunch, and speaker sessions on topics such as Active Aging, Nutrition, Exercise, Volunteerism and more. In fact, we have two great keynote speakers, Maureen McGrath from CKWN on October 5 and Dr. Art Hister from Global TV on October 12. For FREE registration please call 604-467-7498.

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SPECIAL NOTICE: We are seeking information from our residents 55-70yrs. This includes those of you who don’t identify yourself as a senior. We want to create programs for you that fit your interests but we need your help. An online survey is available at fluidsurveys.com/surveys/dmr/active-aging-survey/.

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INFORMED: Sharing History Online The Maple Ridge Museum on Flickr The team at the Maple Ridge Museum and Archives has been busy on a project to bring their amazing image archives to the community using social media. Last year, during the holidays, Val Patenaude, Executive Director of the Maple Ridge Historical Society helped us create photo galleries on the Maple Ridge Facebook page (facebook.com/yourmapleridge) featuring images from our past.

Now they’ve gone one step further, creating an incredible gallery on Flickr, a photo sharing social media site. The gallery can be accessed from the Museum website at www. mapleridgemuseum.org. If you’re new to the community it’s a great way to explore your new home and learn how neighbourhoods, streets and parks got their names. For ‘oldtimers’ it’s a wonderful way for you to connect with your past and share your memories with the team at the Museum and

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Doormen injured in Maple Ridge pub shooting

by M o ni s ha M a r tin s staff reporter

Two doormen were shot early Sunday after removing patrons from a downtown Maple Ridge pub.

The men were working at the Haney Public House and had just escorted two others off the property when one allegedly returned a few min-

‘Targeted’ Shooting from front

Prokop was airlifted to hospital as police rushed to shut down a long stretch of Lougheed Hwy., from 240th Street towards Mission.

Sgt. Jennifer Pound, with the RCMP’s Integrated Homicide Investigation Team, said despite an extensive search of the property, no one was found.

Investigators are now focused on a suspect seen with Prokop. He is described as an Indo-Canadian man in his 50s, who speaks with an accent, has a full beard, a round face, wears a turban and walks with a limp. “We are still looking to identify what the motive was for this shooting,�

Pound added. “We do believe it was targeted and it was planned.�

Police also want to speak to anyone who drove past the Lougheed Highway property around noon on Aug. 31 and may have spotted Prokop’s dark-coloured BMW car, as well as the suspect’s vehicle – a large, dark pickup truck.

Pound would not elaborate on Prokop’s condition, offering only that “he is recovering. “Our No. 1 priority is to ensure the safety of him and his family,� Pound added. “At this point, we just want to concentrate on

utes later and opened fire on a crowd of people just after 2 a.m.

Pub owner Yvan Charette said his employees are recovering from injuries to their lower extremities, but had no further comment. “The police are doing their thing, so we’ll leave it there for now,� said Charette, who was celebrating his birthday in Pitt Meadows that night. who the possible suspect is and keep any details surrounding Prokop to ourselves for now.�

The rural property where Prokop was shot is one of his listings and currently on the market for $1.88 million. The property is owned by Haney Bingoplex Ltd. It has previously housed a marijuana grow operation and a methamphetamine lab.

In 2010, a semi-trailer filled with a million dollars worth of brandname merchandise was also torched on the property and eight people were arrested.

Bob Shantz, a lawyer who is representing Prokop in a civil suit concerning a $3.6 million lottery ticket, is pleased a suspect description has been released. “That’s some progress at least,� he said.

The civil suit, filed in New Westminster Supreme Court, alleges Peter Dushop, who was the son of Prokop’s former common-law wife, Angelika Dushop, took a lottery ticket Prokop purchased and cashed it just prior to the one year expiry date in July 2008. • Anyone with information about the suspect is asked to call the IHIT tipline at 1-877551-IHIT. See related video @ mapleridgenews.com

He added there were many witnesses to the incident.

Ridge Meadows RCMP rushed to the popular pub at the corner of Lougheed Highway and the Haney Bypass after multiple shots were fired at a group of people who were standing just outside the entrance. “The potential for this incident to be more seri-

ous was definitely there,� said Cpl. Alanna Dunlop. “The police officers who were first on scene described the scene as being quite chaotic.�

People who know the doormen said both were shot in the leg.

Police said the men were treated at the scene by paramedics and released. No one has been arrested.

“Investigators feel this is a targeted shooting, and are asking for witnesses who have not yet spoken to police to contact the lead investigator,� said Dunlop.

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A personal agenda The furor touched off over a story about the apparent attitudes of some U.S. Customs and Border Protection members, and their effect on the questioning of Canadian visitors, seems to have taken on a decidedly partisan tone.

It’s not surprising there are some Canadians more than willing to take shots at Americans or generalize about our neighbour to the south in the same shallow tone a few online commenters, apparently CBP members, used in describing Canadians in a jobforum website.

Nor is it surprising that a subsequent story brought forth a link, in a comment on the same website, to the horrible experience of an American writer at the hands of an overzealous Canadian border-protection officer. Sadly, we can all readily believe such an incident took place – and many more like it that have never been reported.

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But these same supervisors should recognize – and emphasize through training and instruction – that such behaviour is in no one’s best interest.

The real dividing line in this story is not between Americans and Canadians. It is between those doing their duty and those who see fit to redefine their duties to serve a personal, not a national, agenda.

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Science loses ground to superstition VICTORIA – From Stockholm to Sydney to Sicamous, September was a bad month for science.

In Sweden, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change finally issued its widely leaked update on humancaused global warmB.C. Views ing.

Tom Fletcher As expected, it downgraded predictions of temperature rise in the face of 15 years of measurements that show little or no average surface temperature increase.

The official spin also went as expected.

The revelation that more than a dozen computer prediction models have all more or less agreed, and all have been wrong, was played down.

The IPCC went from “very likely” to “extremely likely” to affirm its belief in human-caused warming, even as its own core evidence went the other way.

Again and again we are told that the vast majority of scientists believe in humancaused warming, and those who don’t are labeled “skeptics” or even “deniers” with hidden agendas.

The problem is, science isn’t supposed to be done by polls or popularity contests, or assertions of faith like those that greeted Galileo’s wild claim that Earth is not the centre of the solar system.

Before the angry mail starts to arrive, let me hasten to add I am not arguing for or against the theory of human-caused cli-

mate change. You can label me a “skeptic” as I view the temperature readings and the shifting theories advanced to explain them.

Speaking of temperature data, David Suzuki had a problem with that at a TV town hall in Australia. Polite, wellinformed questions soon revealed that while Suzuki rails constantly about the horrors of global warming, he doesn’t actually know much about the latest science.

As I’ve written before regarding his CBC-funded attacks on Canada’s oil and gas industry, Suzuki is not only behind on his homework, he resorts to cheap, sensational tricks to exaggerate and misrepresent hazards. His tactics are identical to the U.S.-financed environment groups that obsessively target Canadian petroleum.

As for his appearance on Australia’s public broadcaster, don’t take my word for it. Just Google “An Audience with David Suzuki” and watch the show for yourself.

Back in B.C., local politicians gathered in Vancouver for their annual convention.

One of the most intense debates was over a call to the provincial government to declare B.C. “genetic engineering free.”

The heart of this movement, which has resorted to vandalism in Europe, is hostility towards Monsanto’s “Roundup ready” seed. Speakers at the municipal convention warned of sinister “corporations” trying to contaminate and control our food supply for profit.

The debate pitted hobby farmers against professionals. Peace region grain farmers said such a ban would put them out of business. Others pointed out that the province has no jurisdiction and that sci-

entific decisions shouldn’t be influenced by emotion.

The session ended with a classic pseudoscientific claim. A woman who used to have a couple of bee boxes said someone’s bees died and there was a Roundup-ready canola field next door. Case closed. The misguided “G.E.-free B.C.” motion was supported by a narrow majority.

As it turns out, there are agricultural pesticides that may be harmful to bees.

As it turns out, there are agricultural pesticides that may be harmful to bees.

The David Suzuki Foundation is part of an effort to get one of them banned in Canada. The problem is, it’s not Roundup, and it’s got nothing to do with genetic engineering.

They’re called “neonicotinoids,” because they’re similar to nicotine. Old sheep farmers may recall using a crude version: tobacco soaked in water to kill insects on sheep.

It’s ironic that as the “information age” accelerates, our society, overwhelmed by conflicting messages, slips back towards superstition.

This week’s question: Should Maple Ridge have municipal garbage pickup? @ Online poll: cast your vote at www.mapleridgenews.com, or e-mail your vote and comments to editor@mapleridgenews.com

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The News/letters Some students do need electronics Editor, The News: Re: iPads are nice, but not a necessity (Letters, Sept. 27).

I just read the article by Sue Bentley regarding CUPE and cuts that are required. She states that the tablets aren’t required, but simply a luxury.

I have a son with dyslexia. If he didn’t have the use of a tablet and the programs available through the school district, my son would still be at least five years behind his classmates as far as reading and writing.

With the help of the tablet, my son was able to achieve amazing leaps in education. He is now in Grade 8, loves school, reads books (actually reading now, not just read for him by the tablet), prints out all his own work rather than needing a scribe, or the tablet, He is at grade level. This would not be the case had we not had these options available to us.

I agree that teachers don’t all need individual laptops, or perhaps we just don’t know how much they do need them?

After all, we don’t do their job, so I won’t be judgemental in that regard. But don’t kid yourself about students and electronics. They do need them. Especially children with learning disabilities.

Carly Marchand-Jones Maple Ridge

online comments It’s not working Thelma Ge: Re: Warehousing mentally ill is cruel (mapleridgenews.com).

Who says it has to be what it was, Sandy Macdougall? There’s no reason it [Riverview] cannot be turned into several group homes in the smaller buildings and assisted-living rehab small condo-like rooms, like SROs in the DTES, but on a more humane level. We need to help these people overcome their addictions or manage their mental illnesses, because you know what, right now, what’s happening is not working. Or would you like us to move them to your backyard?

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Roadblocks to garbage pickup Editor, The News: Re: Garbage collection debate stifled (The News, Sept. 27).

Why do veteran Couns. Al Hogarth, Cheryl Ashlie, Judy Dueck and Mayor Ernie Daykin continue to resist and deflect the possibility of exploring this overdue essential service and deny the citizens the right to the facts?

Last year, Coun. Robert Masse had suggested to staff and council about conducting a survey at the Ridge Meadows Home Show. They turned him down.

Experts in the waste management field are willing, at no charge, to meet with council and senior management and provide a demonstration on how the system works and offered to submit a cost analysis for free.

I was informed they were denied this opportunity.

Yet, Mayor Daykin recently said he doesn’t think companies would respond to a request for quotes.

Council and staff feel there is no public interest in a district-wide collection and the public will recycle less if this service is implemented.

But a citizen’s survey reported that 41 per cent of Maple Ridge residents have said they want municipal garbage pickup.

One councillor stated it would cost $900 a year for this service and our taxes would skyrocket.

Coun. Ashlie stated our taxes would go up by 10 per cent if we were to have this service and they would need to hire staff to deal with the complaints.

Pitt Meadows doesn’t. The city waste complaints go to the contractor.

Where is Maple Ridge council getting its information from?

If our system is the envy of every municipality, why are we the only one left using it?

Why the continued resistance from these four councillors when there is current and accurate information out there that counters everything they say?

Why the continued roadblocks?

All Couns. Bell and Masse are asking council for is to put forth a request for information, not a request for tender.

Maple Ridge has grown up. We are no longer a rural community. We need a council and mayor who will recognize this and move Maple Ridge forward.

As Masse stated: “Get the information, table it, put it in front of the public and let them say whether they want it.”

For free.

Todd Oliver Maple Ridge

Not so fast, kid Editor, The News: Re: Garbage collection debate stifled (The News, Sept. 27).

Whenever I’m considering buying a product or service, I do a bit of research first – quality, cost, value, other options.

Then when I feel I’m educated enough, I make a decision.

It’s simple and effective, much like the approach suggested by Coun. Corisa Bell regarding her proposed investigation of municipal garbage collection options.

Progressive and logical down at the municipal hall? How refreshing.

Oh, not so fast, kid.

Coun. Cheryl Ashlie says ‘we should sit on the sidelines and watch’ to see what the MMBC (Multi-Material B.C.) proposes.

But Coun. Bell suggested getting this information prior to the MMBC proposals – you know, to be one step ahead, to be prepared, to be able to progress efficiently.

Good idea?

Still, there are other naysayers to progress, unless it’s in the form of under-serviced urban sprawl.

But all that aside, I’m at a loss as to why Mayor Ernie Daykin is afraid to get a few quotes.

Apparently he said if Maple Ridge

goes on a “fishing expedition” ... “we could be on the hook for a contract.”

Really?

If that’s his experience with getting quotes, perhaps before he goes ‘fishing’ again he should take some casting lessons so the hook lands in the water, not the seat of his pants.

Grant Baker Maple Ridge

Don’t mess around Editor, The News: Re: Garbage collection debate stifled (The News, Sept. 27).

Who are the people who want the district to have garbage collection?

It’s not people like me, who have little garbage.

It’s the people who are too lazy to reduce their waste, but want someone else to help reduce their cost.

There are contractors who already do this job, for a fair price.

You make more garbage, you pay more. Very simple.

But apparently to Coun. Corisa Bell this not an easy concept to understand.

“You make more garbage, you pay more. Very simple.”

The system we have in Maple Ridge works, don’t mess with it.

The idea of putting it to a referendum shows a lack of respect for those of us who have made a difference to reduce, reuse and recycle.

Also, a 10 per cent tax increase will just be the start. I would go up from a maximum of $40 per year to nearly $300.

Tony Allen Maple Ridge

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“You can see most days, there’s hardly any traffic on the darn thing,” says Canadian Tire store owner Bryan Hutton, whose store is located at the north end of Golden Ears Way, which leads to the bridge.

Hutton says he’s seen “no discernible uplift” from having the new connection to Surrey and Langley, adding that it may even account for a slight decrease in store’s client base as people drive south.

Despite the low numbers, the toll bridge is a key to the 100-acre Golden Ears Business Centre on Airport Way in Pitt Meadows.

“If that bridge wasn’t there, that park wouldn’t be anywhere near the success it is right now,” said leasing agent Chris Morrison.

Development of the centre started five years ago and has now reached critical mass.

“It’s been a real success,” Morrison added.

The last building put up is now 80 per cent leased. The centre’s location, access rates, and lack of space elsewhere, as well as a streamlined building permit process provided by the City of Pitt Meadows, is speeding the development of the centre, he said. Phase 1 of the centre, 650,000 sq. ft., should be all

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Bridge tolls are a factor for businesses setting up in the centre, but Morrison points out there could be tolls everywhere eventually, and at some point, people will give up trying to avoid them.

Large trucks, with transponders, currently pay a toll of $6 for each crossing, while autos with transponders pay $3 a crossing. The pay-as-you-go rate for casual auto users is now $4.25 each way.

Having a connection to customers on south side of the Fraser River has been a big plus for West Coast Auto Group whose Nissan, Kia, Toyota, Ford and Mazda stores are all at Golden Ears’s northern approach.

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“More specifically, Walnut Grove,” in north Langley.

Before the Golden Ears Bridge opened, car shoppers would have to drive over the Port Mann or Mission bridges to get to Maple Ridge dealerships. Now, it’s a 10-minute drive, putting Maple Ridge dealers closer than those on the Langley bypass for Walnut Grove residents.

“It’s certainly opened up the market, there’s no question about that.”

Having the connection means the dealerships can also hire from Langley and Surrey as well, with employees only having a 15- or 20-minute commute, if they don’t mind paying the toll. But it can get pricey to cross the Golden Ears, especially if families are making regular trips south for minor sports, said Jones, who said lower tolls could increase user-ship.

According to TransLink, when Golden Ears was being planned in 2004, the revenue projection for 2012 was between $40 million to $70 million, with the average daily crossings projected at between 33,000 and 61,000. (Compared to actual figures of $38.9 million with an average daily crossing of 29,500.)

Zein said the projections were made before the 2008 recession when the economy was growing and gas prices were lower.

As well, while traffic is growing about three per cent this year, there’s no expectation in TransLink’s 10-year plan for revenue “to grow sufficiently,” to cover the annual costs.

There was never a guarantee that the annual toll revenues would cover the annual cost of the bridge, he added.

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Developers can build more houses in the Albion area, on smaller lots, but there will also be more money for parks, trails and other facilities in the neighbourhood.

Maple Ridge council has approved the Community Amenity Bylaw, which will allow developers to pay an amenities fee of $3,100 per lot in exchange for smaller lot sizes.

The funds will go into a new Albion Area Amenities Reserve Fund, and will be used for trails, parks and

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This is a new policy in Maple Ridge, but is in use in every neighbouring community, noted Coun. Bob Masse.

“This is long overdue,” agreed Coun. Al Hogarth. “Other communities have been doing this for a long time.”

Frank Quinn noted it is a pilot project for the Albion area, which would be expanded to other areas of the community only as dictated by council.

Coun. Corisa Bell spoke against the new bylaw, saying she wanted a firm plan of what projects the funds would be spent on.

“My concern is we’ll end up with density, and the neighbourhood will get not much back

in return,” said Bell.

Coun. Cheryl Ashlie answered that a lack of amenities in the Albion area has been an ongoing issue, and the bylaw would offer some solution to that. She said it is also a way for the district to gain a new source of revenue without going to the taxpayer.

The density bonus structure would apply only to lands within the Albion Area Plan.

Existing base density would remain in place and continue to be an option for developers, without extra cost. The area in question stretches from 240th Street as a western boundary, east to past 249th Street, and from Hill Avenue in the south, north to 113A Avenue.

The bylaw spells out that in zoning where the base density is a lot area of 2,000 square meters, the new density bonus would allow a minimum lot area of 557m.

To achieve this, the minimum lot width would be halved from 30m to 15m, and the lot depth from 40m to 27m.

In zones where the minimum lot size is 557 square metres, the density bonus would allow 371m square, with a minimum lot width of 12m and depth of 24m.

Other density bonuses for apartments and townhouses in the area are also spelled out.

Council requested that staff report on how the density bonus is being used after six months using the new policy.

vator on a work site in Maple Ridge last week.

Ridge Meadows RCMP said vandals went onto a property in the 12100 block of

203rd Street sometime between 3:30 p.m. on Sept. 18 and 7 a.m. on Sept. 19.

“The estimated cost to replace and repair

this damage is approximately $9,000,” said Cpl. Alanna Dunlop.

Anyone with information is asked to call Ridge Meadows RCMP at 604-463-6251, or 1-800-222-8477 to remain anonymous.

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Tony Yang, 12, draws a mandala during a workshop with Sandeep Johal during Culture Day celebrations at the ACT Saturday afternoon. A mandala is a spiritual and ritual symbol in Hinduism and Buddhism, representing the Universe.

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Culture vultures Jane Wylie, 10, performs a traditional Jingle Dance during the opening welcome for Culture Day at the ACT Saturday afternoon. See a slideshow at mapleridgenews.com.

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On stage at the ACT in Maple Ridge Oct. 5 Get a glimpse into the fascinating traditions of the Orient with the Shangri-la Chinese Acrobats, who bring their balancing feats and martial arts displays to the ACT in Maple Ridge this week.

Chinese acrobatics are, in fact, more than just a series of stunts.

Most of these acts clearly demonstrate the achievement of perfection through finding harmony between mind and body – an ancient concept in the Orient. The art of Chinese acrobatics has been formed by centuries of tradition.

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Oct. 28 deadline fast approaching The Maple Ridge Art Gallery is seeking submissions for their Ensemble 2013 exhibition, the show that gives selected artists the opportunity to display of their work.

There are strict limitations on size and each artist will be expected to show between three (minimum) and seven (maximum) artworks that are related in some way – either by theme, medium or are part of a series.

The idea is to have each artist make a statement in some kind of unified way, so it is important that the artwork submitted is not simply a miscellaneous collection.

“It’s so great to hear that local artists who have appeared in the show before are now preparing submissions for this year’s show,” commented curator, Barbara Duncan.

Maple Ridge artist Tammy Routley, for instance, is hard at work on her new series called Shakespeare Owls, which she hopes to submit for the exhibition.

“I started working on this series of paintings after reminiscing about attending Shakespeare plays with my family.

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Deadline for submission is Oct. 28.

The reception for the Ensemble 2013 exhibition will be held on Saturday, Nov. 16 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

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Pitt and SRT clash for the first time Varsity rivals square off under Friday night lights

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The SRT Titans, in their first year of football at the varsity level, will face their crosstown rival Marauders under the Friday night lights in Pitt Meadows.

“It should be a big night,” said Pitt Meadows coach Matt Todd. “We’re expecting big crowds.”

Pitt has attracted as many as 400 fans for their regular games, so a contest where they face an in-town rival should bloat the crowd considerably.

Todd said the kids have developed a proper cross-town rivalry playing junior football against each other.

Now, both sides will arrive at the Pitt Meadows field determined to prove they are the big dog in the Ridge Meadows school district.

“It’ll be a tough, hard-hitting game.”

The Marauders are coming off a big 28-0 league win over the Abbotsford Collegiate Panthers on Friday. They led 7-0 at the half, and then broke the game open in the second half to improve to 1-1 in league play.

High school teams are typically known to emphasize their running games, but Pitt used an aerial attack to put up points. Quarterback Jake Schuster found wide receivers Manny Gill and Justin Tweedie in the end zone, for passes of 20 yards each. Then he hit wideout Jacob Gowler with deep pass as Gowler blew past coverage, for a 40-yard pass/run scoring play.

The other touchdown came from running back Brandon Stewart, who ripped the Panthers for 175 yards and a major on just 21 carries.

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Pitt Meadows tight end Domenic Baptista (45) caught a pass and ran for 20 yards against the Abbotsford Collegiate Panthers on Friday night in Abby.

The Marauders won the game 28-0, and will look to keep rolling this Friday night in a first-ever varsity matchup against the SRT Titans. season.

Ryan Beaubien, a Grade 11 safety, led the Marauders in tackles with seven for the game. Another defensive standout was 275-pound defensive lineman Cole White, who had five tackles.

They will have their work cut out for them on Friday, as dynamic running back Tyrell Ogloff is the lead dog in offence for Samuel Robertson Technical. The Titans’ chain mover broke out for 288 yards and a touchdown on 22 carries in his first

league game of the season, which was a close 21-18 loss to Langley.

The Titans are coming off a 35-0 route at the hands of the Robert Bateman Timberwolves on the week past, so they have started their inaugural campaign in the Eastern

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The Marauders are 1-1, suffering a Week 1 loss to the Mission Roadrunners, by a score of 20-6. Mission is considered one of the elite teams on the double A circuit.

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Juniors Bs stumble out of the blocks, host tough Kodiaks The Ridge Meadows Flames suffered a pair of losses over the weekend, and as the first month of the junior B season closes, they have sunk near the bottom of the standings.

On Friday night at Planet Ice, the Flames put together a late comeback to salvage a point in a 5-4 overtime loss.

The North Vancouver Wolf Pack led the game 4-2 with less than four minutes left to play, but the Flames scored twice, including

the tying goal with 34 seconds on the clock, to force OT. Dale Howel had a goal and two assists, Marco Ballarin had a goal and an assist, and Grant Rostvig and Vitaly Morozov both scored. Travis Oddy and MacLean Hewitt had two assists each, while goaltender Kurt Klimek make 31 saves on 36 shots.

The Flames lost 2-1 to the North Delta Devils on Saturday at the Sungod Arena.

Their only goal came from Trevor Sutton, assisted by Jordan Rendle and Shawn Tilton.

In goal, Tyler Read made 38 saves in a tight contest.

The losses drop the Flames’ record to 1-41-1, as the Pacific International Junior Hockey League continues to include wins, losses, overtime losses and ties in their standings.

The schedule is not giving the club any breaks as it enters October. This Friday night

the Flames host the tough Aldergrove Kodiaks. They have been the Harold Brittain conference champions each of the last two seasons, and are in first place again so far this year after winning five straight games.

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Jason & Melanie Cratty are so happy to announce the birth of their twin daughters on August 6, 2013.

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It is agreed by any Display or Classified Advertiser requesting space that the liability of the paper in the event of failure to publish an advertisement shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for that portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect item only, and that there shall be no liability in any event beyond the amount paid for such advertisement. The publisher shall not be liable for slight changes for typographical errors that do not lessen the value of an advertisement.

Holly Ann Calla Lee

6lbs 3oz.

7lbs 10oz.

PAWSON, Irene Ethel (Scott) September 18, 1922 September 26, 2013

Welcoming them are grandparents Clint & Sheila Cratty, Uncles & Aunts James & Laura Beth Cratty and Joel & Lisa Penner, greatgrandparents Miriam Gage-Cole and Bill & Florence Morozoff, & from heaven watching over them grandparents Dave & Ann Gage -Cole and great-grandpa Ron Gage-Cole.

A special thanks to Dr. Lampen and the staff at Ridge Meadows maternity ward for taking such good care of us.

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It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Irene who lost her battle with cancer.

Irene, the eldest daughter of Frank and Ethel Scott, was born in Vancouver. Predeceased by her parents and grandson Bill.

Irene is survived by her loving husband Harry; sister Joyce (Everett); daughters Rona (Ray) Gwen (Bob), Nola (Rick); grandchildren Cynthia (Bob), Alex

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PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING 19451 Sutton Avenue, Pitt Meadows The Onni Group has submitted a rezoning (No. 3360-202013-03) and development permit (3060-20-2013-06) application for the property located at 19451 Sutton Ave. The site is bounded by Airport Way to the North, Bonson Rd./ School board property to the East, and Sutton Ave. to the South. The land is currently zoned for agricultural; however, it has been identified in the City’s Official Community Plan as a natural extension to the existing surrounding residential neighbourhood. Onni’s current application is for the development of 3 storey rowhomes and townhomes.

Date & Time: Thursday, October 10th, 2013 from 6:00PM – 8:00PM Location:

South Bonson Community Centre 10932 Barnston View Road, Pitt Meadows

Contact:

Brendan Yee at byee@onni.com or 604-602-7711

OR

Pitt Meadows Development Services 604-465-2428

Please join us at the scheduled open house listed above.

Onni representatives will be on-hand to answer any questions.

(Nicole) Sheila, Craig (Dani); great grandchildren Grace, William, Titus, Anthony, and Benjamin; as well as many nieces, nephews, and many friends. The family would like to thank the McKenney Creek Hospice nurses and Dr. Danny Wong for their exceptional care. A celebration of Irene’s life will be held on Wednesday, October 2nd at 1:00 pm at Garden Hill Funeral Chapel 11765 224th Street, Maple Ridge. Donations to McKenney Creek Hospice c/o Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation would be greatly appreciated.

Expressions of sympathy can be made at www.gardenhill.ca

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Administrator Part-time Administrator Assistant/Receptionist Assistant/Receptionist (40 hours/week) for Maternity Relief (3 days - 24hours) for Maternity Relief

Van Press has an immediate opening for a VanPress has anAdministrator immediate openingAssistant/Receptionist for a temporary Administrator to temporary Assistant/Receptionist (3 days a week) cover for maternity leave at cover for maternity leave at to our Burnaby location. our Burnaby location.

Primary duties include but not limited to:

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MONTESSORI HEADSTART PRESCHOOL 21882 124th Ave. www.montessoriheadstart.com ~ 2 1/2 to 5 Years ~ Would you like your child to develop good reading, pre-reading & number skills; high self esteem, great socialization skills, a LOVE of LEARNING? Small groups NURTURE your child’s UNIQUE needs

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INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING STUDENT Public practice firm with three locations is seeking an intermediate (2nd level or equivalent) accounting student for our office in Maple Ridge. The position will require the preparation of working papers for Notice to Reader and Review files, as well as T1 and T2 preparation.

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Candidates should have min 6/mo of Canadian public practice exp., with proficiency using Caseware, Caseview, Profile, Simply Accounting and QuickBooks. Strong Bookkeeping, GST / HST / PST skills a definite asset.

Candidates must possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deal with clients in a professional manner. We are a well-established firm and offer a great working environment.

Please reply with resume by email (with job application in the subject line) to: vspindor@eprcga.com or by fax to 604-467-1219 to the attention of Verle Spindor.

No phone calls please.

Thank you to all applicants, however only those being interviewed will be contacted.

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

To conduct deliveries for international lubricants co. in Vancouver area, Seattle-Tacoma, Prince George, Okanagan & Edmonton.

Pay $20/hour, mileage, bonus, profit-sharing & full benefits.

Apply with resume by emailing custservpacific@fuchs.com or faxing to 604-888-1145

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

HAIRCARE PROFESSIONALS

HAIRSTYLISTS Check Out the GREAT OPPORTUNITIES at our newest Great Clips location for Full-Time & Part-Time positions.

A-Z RENTALS 20850 Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge. No phone calls please.

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FARM WORKERS

Golden Eagle Group is looking for farm workers to commence work on January 01, 2014. Duties include weeding, berry harvesting, pipe and drainage repair, and other related duties. Work is outdoors, in all weather conditions and is physically demanding. Pay is $10.25/hour at 40 hours per week.

Please fax resume to: (604) 682-6183 Attention to: Ben Horowitz

CHECK CLASSIFIEDS bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

EXP CLASS 1 TEAM DRIVERS Earn up to $6500/mo. Send resumes mj@synergytruckingltd.com Fax:604-598-3497

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Farm Workers CLASS 1 DRIVER W/ AIR

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Golden Eagle Group is a blueberry and cranberry farm located in Pitt Meadows, B.C., Canada.

Call Sam at 778-898-4120 or send your resume at samba@shaw.ca

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An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators, Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)7235051Edson,Alta GUARANTEED Job Placement: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas Industry. Call 24hr Free Recorded Message For Information 1-800-972-0209

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Earn Extra Cash!

Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows NEWS

Available routes in Maple Ridge 40000001 - 118 Ave, Dewdney Trunk Rd, Hawthorne St. 40000010 - 117B Ave, Dewdney Trunk Rd, Glenhurst St. 40100117 - 21668-21728 Lougheed Hwy. (Trailer Court) 40210225 - 121 Ave, 227 St, Brown Ave, Edge St, Fraser St. 40220254 - 123 Ave, 124 Ave, Hillside St. 40310307 - 113 Ave, 114 Ave, 207 St, Lorne Ave. 40310310 - 117 Ave, 212 St, Cutler Pl, Fraserview St, Laity St. 40310316 - 115 Ave, 207 St, 207A St, 209 St, Golf Lane, River Rd, Steeves St. 40320377 - 124 Ave, 125 Ave, 202A St, 202B St, 203 St, Powell Ave. 40320378 - 204 St, 205 St, Brooks Ave, Powell Ave. 40330344 - 116B Ave, Ashley Cres, Stanton Ave. 40400433 - 13009-13359 239B St, 13421-13511 240 St. 40400439 - 130A Ave, 240 St, Shoesmith Cres.

Available routes in Pitt Meadows 41011011 - 114B Ave., 115A Ave., 116A Ave., 196A St., 196B St., 197A St., 197B St., 198 St., 116B Ave. 41011032 - Alouette Blvd., Blaney Dr., Blaney Way, Bonson Rd., Tully Cres.

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Owner Operator Bundle Driver Is looking for two owner operators to make deliveries of bulk newspapers to specific locations throughout Abbotsford & Mission Newspapers are picked up from our plant in Abbotsford.

Circulation

604.476.2740

brian@mapleridgenews.com

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COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER/ SOCIAL SERVICES

Takes approximately 4 hours to complete each delivery area. Deliveries are made on Tuesday, Thursday between 4:00 am and 1:30 pm. Earn approximately $900.00 to $1000.00 a month Must have a 16 foot, 2 ton cube or a 1 ton cargo van.

As a Community Support Worker, you will be able to provide rehabilitation, support, and other forms of assistance to children, youth, and families while supporting social workers and health care professionals. Train in this rewarding career.

This is a permanent contract position.

Interested parties please submit your resume and picture of vehicle to: Black Press Circulation Department 34375 Gladys Ave., Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H5 email: circulation@abbynews.com

Career Opportunities: Child and Youth Care Worker O Women’s Shelter Worker Family Place Worker O Settlement/Newcomers Service Worker Teen Pregnancy and Parenting Support Worker

We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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HELP WANTED

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

Heavy Duty Diesel Mechanic

INSIDE SALES ASSOCIATE/ ADMINISTRATIVE PERSON Req. for Fabco Plastics, Surrey.

A well ESTABLISHED national co. engaged in resale supply of process components and piping.

Job requires processing of telephone order sales, may involve some physical warehouse duty.

Technical knowledge or aptitude of fluid systems / components is an asset. Willing to train the right candidate! Potential for eventual advancement to outside sales.

Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader is seeking an energetic, aggressive self starter for a full time position. Required immediately. Must have inspectors ticket and Red seal. Will have hydraulic experience and must be able to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.

PERSONAL SERVICES 182

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 260

If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue.

1.800.587.2161.

As a F/T Machinist you will qualify for Health, Dental, Vision & More.

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

Excavator & Bobcat Services

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

•Drainage •Back-Filling •Landscaping & Excavating.

•Landclearing & Bulldozing Hourly or Contract 38 Years exp.

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FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS 604-618-6401 Marcel

Ceramic Tiles, Hardwood Laminate Guaranteed work, Free Estimate.

Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000 Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046

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LEGAL SERVICES

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GARDENING

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 236

PATTAR ROOFING LTD. All types of Roofing. Over 35 years in business. 604.588.0833

Canuck Roofing All Roof Repairs Any job big or small. Free Est. *WCB *Insured *BBB 778-772-1969

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Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader is seeking an energetic, aggressive self starter for a full time position.

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

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JAGUAR LANDSCAPING Lawn & Garden Service.

Design, Pruning, Lawns, Cleanups, Comm/ Res. (604)466-1369

CLEANING SERVICES

FOOD COUNTER ATTENDANTS

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# 101-1125 Nicola Avenue Port Coq. (behind COSTCO)

TRADES, TECHNICAL

✶ Bark Mulch ✶ Lawn & Garden Soil ✶ Drain Gravel ✶ Lava Rock ✶ River Rock ✶Pea Gravel

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SERVICES

M.T. GUTTERS Professional Installation 5” Gutter, Down Pipe, Soffit *CLEANING *REPAIRS 28 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Call Tim 604-612-5388

604-460-2097 Jani-Clean

ALWAYS! GUTTER Cleaning & Roof Blowing, Moss Control,30 yrs exp., Reliable! Simon 604-230-0627

Licensed * Bonded * Insured

GUTTER CLEANING POWER WASHING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

CUSTOMIZED CLEANING

Fridays Now Open for your weekend relaxing pleasure!

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

604-465-9812 1-800-663-5847 317

MISC SERVICES

✶Dump Site Now Open✶ SBroken Concrete RocksS $23.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $23.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds

“Massage Confidential” *Private Studio *European From $35. By appt: 604.230.4444 SPA MASSAGE (Pitt Meadows) Tranquil and Relaxing Pain Relief. Call 778 888-3866

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 50% & DEBT FREE in half the time! AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free Consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free1-877-556-3500 BBB Rated A+

. Expert Power Washing. Gutters cleaned & repaired. www.expertpowerwashing. Mike, 604-961-1280 MIKE 604-961-1280

F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147 FREE ESTIMATES

HERFORT CONCRETE

NO JOB TOO SMALL Serving Lower Mainland 25 Years! *Prepare *Form *Place *Finish *Granite & Interlocking Block Walls *Stairs *Driveways *Exposed Aggregate *Stamped Concrete. *Interlocking Bricks *Sod Placement EXCELLENT REF’S -WCB Insured

Leo: 604-657-2375 / 604-462-8620

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DRYWALL

CASCADE DRYWALL. Res / Comm Drywall, taping, text. ceilings, t-bar. steel stud. Call Rob 604-218-2396 or 604-820-9601

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ELECTRICAL

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

TRAVEL with bcclassified.com

604 575 5555 Lic. Electrician A+, BBB member Expert trouble shooter, All types of Electrical work 24/7 604-617-1774

RENOVATIONS & REPAIRS

604-537-4140

Bathroom Grab Bars Wheelchair Ramps Carpentry - Plumbing - Electrical GREAT WORKMANSHIP 10 Years Experience

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates.

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

Will 604-764-1036

GET THE BEST FOR YOUR MOVING Experienced Mover w/affordable rates, STARTING AT $40/HR 24/7 - Licensed & Insured. ** Seniors Discounts ** fortiermoving.ca

Call: 778-773-3737

Kitchens, Bathrooms, Flooring, Drywall, Garages, Decks & more * 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE* INSURED ~ WCB

Dean 604-834-3076

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ONLINE SERVICES

WEBSITES, free hosting with a design package, Gmail, Google Integration, Consulting, Computers and Devices. millersystems.ca

329 PAINTING & DECORATING CALL

604-595-4970 Rated best painting & moulding company (2010 & 2012) by consumers.

www.benchmarkpainting.homestars.com

• Furniture • Appliances • Electronics • Junk/Rubbish • Construction Debris • Drywall • Yard Waste • Concrete • Everything Else! **Estate Clean-Up Specialists**

PAVING/SEAL COATING

ASPHALT PAVING • Brick Driveways • Retaining Walls • Foundation Repairs • Sealcoating 604-618-2304

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HOT TUBS NO PROB!

PLUMBING

604.587.5865

CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service

www.recycleitcanada.ca

• Hot water tanks • Furnaces • Broilers • Plugged Drains 778-862-0560

MOVING & STORAGE

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

Home Renovations and New Construction

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10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005

$45/Hr

UNIQUE CONCRETE DESIGN

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From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

RUBBISH REMOVAL

JUNK REMOVAL

BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com

Meadows Landscape Supply

www.affordablemovers.bc.com

CONCRETE & PLACING

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(Turn right 1 road East of Pitt River Bridge from Vancouver)

AFFORDABLE MOVING

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MIND BODY SPIRIT

Scott 604-891-9967 AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.

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www.paylesspropainting.com

16897 Windsor Road Pitt Meadows

$59.00 Per Ton

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RESIDENTIAL CLEANING

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All types of Roofing Repairs Free Estimates

Pay-Less Pro Painting Summer EXT/INT SPECIAL LOOK for our YARD SIGNS

(604)465-1311

(604)465-1302 / 604-786-3466

604-468-8889

AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for experienced welders. Competitive wages, profit sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive.

Full insurance package 100% paid by company.

Good working environment. Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through in hole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or elevated work platform. Call Cindy for an appointment or send resume to: cindy@autotanks.ca. 780-846-2231 (Office); 780-846-2241 (Fax).

JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages from $30/hour, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Fulltime permanent with benefits.

Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at: hannachrylser.ca. Fax 403-854-2845; Email: chrysler@telusplanet.net.

Janitorial, Office Cleaning Int. Ext. Windows, Pressure Washing, Gutter Cleaning Free Estimates

Reasonable rates 16 yrs. exp.

100 - 20201 Lougheed Hwy. Maple Ridge

GROWING OKANAGAN KIA dealership looking for technicians and apprentices to fill full time positions.

Offering a competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

Please email resumes to: ron@kelownakia.com

Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd.

ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

www.timhortons.com Or in store at:

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7 Days / Week

Intex Janitorial & Maintenance Services

Tar & Gravel DAsphalt D Interlocking shingles DTorch-on Membrane D Laminated shingles

2 OLD GUYS WITH PAINT BRUSHES Quality Painting & Handyman Serv.

604-928-7765 ~ 604-710-0070

604-463-3644 604-861-1490

Prompt Delivery Available

PERSONAL SERVICES

Full Time & Part Time *Days, *Evenings, *Nights, *Weekends, *Graveyard *Shift Work. $10.25/hour Experience & Education not required 10 VACANCIES Please apply online at:

2 HUNGRY PAINTERS. Int/Ext, In the area 35 yrs. Power wash. Refs.

WCB. Free Est. 604-467-2532

Landscape Construction Renovations W Maintenance

. housecleaning 604-551-3255

EAGLE ROOFING

TONY’’S PAINTING

Green Services Ltd

BENEFIT PACKAGE! Please contact Mike e-mail: mike@megacranes.com or Fax: 604.599.5250

LANDSCAPING

DUTCH TOUCH

Required Immediately.

TH Restaurant Services LTD. o/a Tim Hortons

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

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.Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).

.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca

HOME REPAIRS

604-618-6401 Marcel Repairs, Maintenance, Renovation Guaranteed work, Free Estimate

DOG Walking Service in Pitt Meadows Insured bondable reliable.

Email doggiesonthemove@gmail.com or call 778-837-3809

Send your resume’ to gtasker@acrgroup-ca.com

Trailer Mechanic

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

604-576-6750 or Cell: 604.341.7374

We also have a Company Paid RRSP Plan. You must be willing to join the union ( CEP).

Hours are 7:30am - 3:30pm Monday to Friday as well as some overtime. Wage will depend on qualifications.

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“Accept Visa, Mastercard, Discovery & Debit”

JOURNEYMAN MACHINIST WANTED

FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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BENEFIT PACKAGE!

ACR Group located in south Richmond seeks a F/T worker to perform machining on rubber, urethane and some metal. Candidates should have exp. in operating various lathes and be able to read various measuring devises.

Candidates with a fourth class boiler ticket will be considered first. A forklift ticket or experience driving a forklift is also preferred.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

DC ELECTRIC (#37544). Bonded.

We specialize in jobs too small for the big guys! *24 HOUR SERVICE* 30Yrs exp. Free est. 604-460-8867.

Please contact Mike e-mail: mike@megacranes.com or fax 604.599.5250

Send resume: wstewart@fabcoplastics.com

ELECTRICAL

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

DISPOSAL BINS

By Recycle-it 6 - 50 Yard Bins

Starting from $199.00

Delivery & Pick-Up Included Residential & Commercial Service • Green Waste • Construction Debris • Renovations • House Clean Outs

FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s.

Drain Cleaning. Ins. (778)908-2501

604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

100% Heating & Plumbing 24/7 Certified, Insured & Bonded RELIABLE & AFFORDABLE

Journeyman Call 604-345-0899 353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS 10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofing & Siding. CB. Re-roofing, New Roof Gutters.

604-812-9721 mikes hauling 604-516-9237

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

PETS 477

PETS

REAL ESTATE 639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

RENTALS 750

SUITES, LOWER

TRANSPORTATION 810

TRANSPORTATION

AUTO FINANCING

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

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

TOPSOIL

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SUNDECKS

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 520

BURIAL PLOTS

CEMETERY PLOT in Maple Ridge Cemetery for sale, $2200 firm.

Ph 403-335-4384, or email: dsherris@telus.net

560

MISC. FOR SALE

DISCONNECTED PHONE? National Teleconnect Home Phone Service. No One Refused! Low Monthly Rate! Calling Features and Unlimited Long Distance Available.

Call National Teleconnect Today!

1-866-443-4408. www.nationalteleconnect.com.

Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

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STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

TREE SERVICES

REAL ESTATE 615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY MISSION WAREHOUSE for Sale By Owner on Waterfront.

2 levels, 6000 sf total on 5000 sf lot. 2 bay doors on lower east side. Parking for 5 cars on east side + enclosed and fenced parking lot on upper west side.

Bathrooms upper & lower, offices upper. $750,000: For more information contact (604)702-8501

ABC TREE MEN Pruning, Shaping, Tree Removal & Stump Grinding. 604-521-7594 604-817-8899

TREE & STUMP removal done RIGHT! • Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates 604-787-5915/604-291-7778

www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca

• DIFFICULTY SELLING? •

Difficulty Making Payments?

No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing?

We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663

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633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

PORT COQUITLAM

641

TOWNHOUSES

3 BEDROOM 1.5 bath townhouse with mountain views. Approx 1900 sq feet. Very clean and freshly painted. $1375. Large 2 piece bath on main floor with jacuzzi soaker tub and separate stand up shower.

Large rec room and plenty of storage space. In suite Laundry/1 car garage but lots of parking space for vehicles. Please call 780- 902 9057 or email kiran.vanmelle@gmail.com for further info

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

GARIBALDI Court (604) 463-9522 Central Maple Ridge

PETS

Great location for seniors!

Clean, quiet & affordable!

Incls heat, h/w, cable.

Senior Move-In Allowance.

Refs & Credit check req.

Sorry No Pets For more info: google us.

MAPLE INN 11695 -224th St Maple Ridge 1 Bdrm $550/mo 2 Bdrm $625/mo. Incl’s hot water Certified Crime Free Building Mature adult oriented.

Close to uptown 604-463-4131 for appointment (9am-5pm)

GREAT LOCATION * Renovated Suites *

Airedale Terrier pups. P/b, ckc reg., micro, health guar, 604-8192115. email: lovethem@telus.net

German Shepherd pups, vet check, 1st shots, own both parents, father reg., gd tempered, farm & family raised in country, good guard dog/family pet. born aug 9. $700.

604-796-3026, no sunday calls

ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)

Clean, very quiet, large, INCLUDES: HEAT, HOT WATER & HYDRO Near Shopping & Amenities.

SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

604-463-2236 604-463-7450

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certified Crime Free Buildings

New SRI *1404 sq/ft Double wide $89,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $62,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

MAPLE RIDGE

AVAILABLE NOW 1 & 2 BDRM SUITES

MAPLE COURT I

752

TOWNHOUSES

PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1097/mo - $1199/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

• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

PITT MEADOWS, Ford & Harris, 3 Bdrm T/H in quiet family complex, rent geared to income. N/P. Call: 604-465-4851

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

838

1-604-358-8722

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

845 AUTO CREDIT - Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply at: uapplyudrive.CA or Call toll free 1.877.680.1231

We PAY CA$H for all unwanted

• Cars • Trucks • Vans

MAPLE RIDGE - 3000sf. 2 storey & bsmt 4 bdrm. 4 bath fully fin bsmt.

Kanaka Elementary area, double garage, quiet family street, A/C, fenced yard. $2200/mo. Sorry No Pets. Avail.Now! Rick 604.790.7425

OFFICE/RETAIL

Maple Ridge Office & Retail Space

Unbelievable Rates, Starting at $495/month.

Various sizes 320sf. - 2000sf.

Various downtown locations.

Updated and well maintained.

Rick Medhurst Royal LePage Realty

604-463-3000

746

ROOMS FOR RENT

$75 OFF 1ST MONTH

Rooms from $445/mo. Fully Furn, weekly maid service, cable TV, private bath, on bus route, 5/min walk to commuter rail.

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

P.T.O. AUTO RECYCLERS

MAPLE RIDGE - 2 BDRM on acreage. w/d, n/s, 2 stall barn, $1400 + 1/3 utils. (604)220-4688

741

Serving The Lower Mainland

604-217-7551

Lance Ouwehand,

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

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AVAILABLE NOW 1 Bdrm apts $750 2 Bdrm apts $800

APARTMENT/CONDO

OPEN HOUSE CO-OP LIVING 2 bedroom @ $810.00 / month 1205 Johnson (at Guildford) Coquitlam Close to all amenities (Transit, shopping schools and parks)

Saturday, October 5 • 12pm - 4pm & Sunday, October 6 • 1pm - 5pm Contact Sandy @ (604) 945-5864 Email Sandy@terramanagement.ca

2010 VENZA: Like new, only 20,000 kms, fully loaded, automatic, 6 cylinder, dvd system. $22,800. 604-575-5555.

Incl heat, hot water & parking.

Close to stores and Schools.

SUNRISE 22292 122nd Avenue (604)349-5982

Size not exactly as shown

Glenwood Manor Apartments

MAPLE RIDGE newly reno’d 1 bdr 1 bath in quiet concrete highrise, southern exposure. $800/mo.

Avail now. Call 778 888-3866.

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SORRENTO 12260 122nd Avenue (604)319-9341

1 & 2 Bdrms from $655 & $880 & renovated suite with dishwasher $45. extra.

Clean, Spacious Includes heat, hot water & parking Seniors discount 21387 Dewdney Trunk Rd

/LPLWHG Time Offer!

Haney Motor Hotel

MAPLE RIDGE

706

NOTICE is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Johannes Ouwehand also known as John Ouwehand, formerly of 18635 Dewdney Trunk Road, Pitt Meadows, BC, Deceased, who died on the 2nd day of August, 2013, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor, c/o Robert L. Harris, Esq., McEachern Harris & Watkins, Barristers & Solicitors, 22334 McIntosh Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 3C1 on or before the 25th day of October, 2013, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received.

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

HOMES FOR RENT

MAPLE RIDGE CENTRAL 2 Bdrm small Heritage house. Total new looks with brand new furnace with heat pump, air filtration & air cond, new wiring, plumbing, W/D, F/S window coverings, covered patio, fenced backyard with playhouse and shed. N/S, pet ok $1275. Ref’s a Must 12219-227th St (604)467-4583

RECREATIONAL/SALE

28’ 5th WHEEL. Custom built for the desert or boon docking, solar panels, air bag suspension, 3 holding tanks, 100 gallon fresh water, 4 batteries, Safari room, garage kept. $19,500/obo. Call 604-469-2153.

CALL ANYTIME TO VIEW

PORT COQUITLAM, 1500 - 3000 sq ft. Ground floor commercial area.

Facing onto city park. 1 blk from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

LANGLEYAUTOLOANS.COM 1-877-810-8649

Full time on-site caretaker.

Available Immediately

MAPLE COURT II 22423 121st Ave 604-467-4894

APARTMENT/CONDO

www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557

MAPLE RIDGE 3 bdrm., 2 baths, newly reno, nr. schools, bus, parks. $1500 mo. Oct. 15. (604)722-4415

Fully renovated 1 & 2 bdrm suites

22222 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge Inquire in person between 9am - 3pm or

22437 121st Ave 604-467-0715

P/B blue males Ready to go. 1st shots & tails/dew claws done.

ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN $800. 604-308-5665

1-800-961-7022

SUITES, UPPER

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT

MAPLE RIDGE, 2bdrm, 2 baths. 5 yr old. Avail Nov 1. $1150/mo. N/S. Small pet ok. (604)468-1449

Heat, hot water & parking.

Close to stores & schools.

706

604-464-3550

736

Queen Anne Apts.

New Custom manufactured home in Ruskin on 360 degree river view. Pad $ 99,988 w/$550 pad rent. Chuck 604-830-1960.

S Incl heat/ht water, wndw cvrngs S Close to bus stop S Walk to shoping/medical/WCE S Across from park w/Mtn views S Gated parking and Elevator S Adult oriented building S References required CALL FOR APPOINTMENT

2 Bdrm units avail

1 & 2 Bdrms $790/$875

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RENOVATED SUITES 1 Bdrm suite $775 2 Bdrm corner suite $925

751

DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

11895 Laitty St, Maple Ridge

MAPLE RIDGE

PETS

Large 1 & 2 Bedrooms.

Hardwood floors, adult oriented, heat, h/w & cable incl’d, f/p, Approved pets only.

Criminal Record check may be req.

Resident Manager Onsite Now with SENIORS DISCOUNT

604.466.8404 (Erik)

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms!

CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422

Maple Ridge Swan Court Apartments

Port Coquitlam, 1 bdrm g/l suite Utils incl $750/mo. Pets & Smoking neg. Avail Oct 1. 778-898-4125

750

SUITES, LOWER

MAPLE RIDGE 1 new bdrm Albion nr SRT, walk-out bsmt, Avail now, ns/np, $695 incl utils. 604-928-5012 MAPLE RIDGE patio, shed, NS/NP $900m.

808-1787 or text

2 bdrm g/level Shared laundry.

Avail now. 604-

MAPLE RIDGE Kanaka newer lrge bright 1 bdr above grnd ste. Incl full bath, alarm, laund (optional). Near bus. $725 incl utils/net/TV. Refs req N/S, N/P. Avail now. 604-868-7288.

M.RIDGE-Bright lrg 1bdrm, priv ent lam flrs, shrd w/d, no pets. no smoking $795 inc util 604-460-9166

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