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Glen Valley house fire claims toddler’s life TWO-YEAR-OLD PULLED FROM BURNING HOME SUCCUMBS TO INJURIES MONIQUE TAMMINGA Times Reporter

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Top: Smoke billows from a burning house in Glen Valley on Friday. The fire claimed the life of the family’s two-year-old son, who was pulled from the building but could not be saved; above: The aftermath of the fire shows extensive damage to the farmhouse.

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A two-year-old boy pulled from a burning farm house located in one of the most remote parts of Langley died on Friday morning.

Township assistant fire chief Pat Walker couldn’t contain his grief when confirming that the toddler didn’t make it.

“Our firefighters who went in to get the boy are true heroes. The heat of the flames and the black smoke they endured ... it’s amazing what these guys did,” said Walker.

The firefighters pulled the boy out of the burning structure and immediately started performing CPR on him, but he was unresponsive.

He was rushed to Abbotsford Hospital, along with his mother and siblings. But he didn’t make it, said Walker. The condition of the mother and other two children was not severe.

It appears the fire broke out around 8:30 a.m. in the rural rancher located on 272 Street near 84 Av-

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The mother apparently got her kids and was heading out of the house but her toddler lost his way, said Walker. The father was out farming when the fire broke out.

He rushed home and tried to enter the building to rescue the boy, but the flames were too strong.

The location of the older home is in a remote spot in Langley, and the working farm has two outbuildings and a mobile home on it as well.

When fire crews from the Aldergrove and Walnut Grove halls arrived they did a “rapid attack” of the fire, knowing the boy was inside. The scene was tragic, with others trying in vain to enter to rescue the boy.

Firefighters had to bring in water tankers because there are no hydrants in that remote area.

A sprinkler contractor was first on scene and tried the front door.

“He told me the door handle was already red hot,” said Walker.

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Building better berries FEDERAL GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES $2.8 MILLION FOR RESEARCH; BERRY INDUSTRY ADDS ANOTHER $1 MILLION DAN FER GUSON Tim es Reporter

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Krause Farm market manager Natasha Goetzke posed with fresh strawberries and blueberries grown on the farm in 2010. Last week, the federal government announced it will introduce a $2.8 million investment aimed at helping to develop disease-resistant berry crops. Another $1 million for the initiative will come from the berry industry.

The federal government is investing $2.8 million to help blueberry, raspberry and strawberry growers improve their product by developing pest-and disease-resistant varieties and better production methods.

The announcement was made at a Langley press conference held at a local berry farm on Thursday (Jan. 23).

Ottawa’s $2.8 million will have another $1 million added by the industry, coming from the B.C. Blueberry Council, Raspberry Industry Development Council, B.C. Cranberry Marketing Commission and the B.C. Strawberry Growers Association.

Langley MP Mark Warawa spoke at the outdoor event, saying the funds “will help the berry industry in the Fraser Valley and across the Lower Mainland to grow and prosper.”

The actual announcement was made by Parliamentary Secretary Pierre Lemieux, speaking on behalf of federal agriculture minister Gerry Ritz.

“Key investments in innovation like this one will allow berry farmers to stay ahead of the competition and remain competitive in the global marketplace,” Lemieux said, adding the research will benefit berry growers across Canada.

The money will go to the Lower Mainland Horticulture Improvement Association (LMHIA).

Association chair David Mutz called the financial support “invaluable.”

“It means our world-renowned breeding program will be able to continue to produce top quality raspberry, strawberry and blueberry cultivars [varieties] in the future which will be good for both farmers and consumers,” Mutz said.

Sukh Kahlon, an Abbotsford grower who sits on both the Raspberry Industry Development Council and the BC Blueberry Council, said the industry needs to continually innovate.

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Langley MP Mark Warawa, left, and Parliamentary Secretary Pierre Lemieux announce a $2.8 million federal government investment in developing disease-resistant berry crops.

“We need to engage in projects that will help growers and the industry remain on the cutting edge and be competitive on the global stage,” Kahlon said.

The provincial ministry of agriculture, B.C. Institute of Technology and University of the Fraser Value will be involved in the program as well.

The B.C. berry industry is said to be one of the fastest-growing sectors in agriculture, according to a federal government estimate.

Berry exports have doubled over the last decade, rising to $211 million last year.

Five fast food restaurants robbed in quick succession M O N I Q U E TA M M I N G A Tim e s Re po r t e r

With five fast food robberies in less than three weeks in North Langley, police are eager to identify the suspect and arrest him.

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On at least one occasion, he was seen departing in a dark-coloured

SUV or truck, said Marks.

The suspect is described as Caucasian, approximately 28 years old, with some stubble on his face, blond hair, approximately 5’11”, thin and most often wears dark clothing, or grey sweats. At each of the robberies he has usually masked his face in some way.

“No one has been injured during any of the robberies and the only

threat of violence has been the production of the weapon,” said Marks.

Investigators are eager to identify the suspect and charge him.

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Full-time Langley Township firefighters work two 10-hour day shifts, followed by two 14hour night shifts, then they get four days off.

The Jan. 15 report by the chief notes that the projected staffing levels are based on expected vacations, and do not include estimates of the possible impact of sickness or injury on staffing levels.

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“The fire took off fast. It’s a older home, cedar siding and there was unbelievable black smoke. It was such a hot fire,” he said.

The fire started in one of the bedrooms but to find the cause is going to be difficult, said Walker.

“The cause will be tough to define because the house is so badly damaged by fire,” he said. The home is heated by

propane, so that is something they will look at.

Walker is calling the paid on call and career firefighters who battled this blaze heroes who did an outstanding job in such difficult circumstances.

This is the third deadly fire in Langley in as many months.

In late November, an elderly woman died in a duplex fire in the 23800 block of Old Yale Road that left five people homeless.

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Walnut Grove spa hit in brazen daylight robbery on Saturday MONIQUE TAMMINGA Tim es Reporter

Langley RCMP are still on the look out for a man who robbed the Lotus Day Spa at knifepoint in broad daylight on Saturday.

The suspect, described to be in his 20s, about 5’8” tall, thin and wearing a black bandana on his face, came into the Walnut Grove spa with an edged weapon demanding money, said Cpl. Holly Marks.

The suspect left with cash in a silver van. Police attempted to block him in at the intersection of 208 Avenue and 88 Avenue. The suspect made a hard right and took off.

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Langley RCMP is taking a strategic approach to crime issues in the community, Supt. Derek Cooke told Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce last Tuesday.

Cooke has headed the Langley detachment for the past four years, and said much of his tenure has been focused on dealing with crime reduction and prolific offenders. Cooke said crime is actually on the decline, despite some perceptions that it is on the rise. Property crime is down 7.42 per cent in 2013 from 2012, and violent crime is down almost 11 per cent.

He said reductions in crime are partially due to changing demographics, with the population aging. He said police are also getting more strategic in their approach.

He outlined how the detachment’s prolific offender program works. It is something Langley RCMP have been working on since 2010.

Cooke said that a small number of offenders are responsible for a large number of crimes in Langley. The detachment’s crime analysts look at the individuals and crimes, and every quarter, the top 20 to 25 are targeted on a list. Members of the prolific offender team engage with them and offer to assist them if they want to get away from their lifestyle. They

also warn them that they will be closely watched and will receive tickets and be arrested for very minor incidents that police would not normally bother with — such as riding a bicycle on a sidewalk, for example.

Police also compile a sentencing package on these individuals and it is available to all police officers in B.C., in case the offenders decide to leave Langley.

Another initiative of Langley RCMP is Comp Stat, which makes use of computer statistics and regular monthly meetings to target patterns in crime, possible suspects and an action plan. The plan is reviewed at the next meeting to see how effective it is.

The work also involves going over crime maps and hot spots.

A focus in recent months has been the spate of thefts from community mailboxes.

At any given time, there are probably 10 Langley RCMP officers out in the community, he said. The general duty staff is made up 80 of Langley RCMP’s 184 members, divided into four watches of 20 members each. At any one time, there are five off due to various leaves, five supervisors and 10 constables out on the road.

Thus police resources are stretched thin, he said. There are 40,000 calls for service each year.

Cooke said police officers in B.C. tend to be busier than in other parts of the country, with

a caseload 43 per cent higher than the national average in 2012. In 2004, that figure was 87 per cent.

Despite that, the cost to taxpayers has remained relatively static. As a percentage of overall municipal expenditures, policing costs have not gone up, he said.

He said policing is constantly changing, with police dealing with far more social issues than they used to. They also do far more paperwork in court cases, with the figure going up by 58 per cent since 1983. A great deal of this is due to changes in procedures, which have resulted from court rulings on the Charter of Rights.

Other factors that have changed policing in Langley are the loss of a courthouse here, the growing problem of wire theft, community mailboxes (“a corporate service delivery decision created a new crime category for us,” he said) and the proliferation of cell phones.

Cooke said other factors that have changed policing are the proliferation of crack cocaine and the length of waits at Langley Memorial Hospital. Officers who take a suspect or inmates there must wait with them, and the waits are far longer than they used to be.

Gangs are also a major issue for police, he said. The Gang Task Force has identified 180 criminal gangs in B.C.

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Some details about local policing Langley RCMP Supt. Derek Cooke rienced officers. outlined a number of details about Among Cooke’s observations was how our local police force works a reflection on how policing has at last Tuesday’s Greater Langley changed since he first joined the Chamber of Commerce meeting.

RCMP 32 years ago.

He was as honest about policing One of the most topical changes in Langley as could be. There are is in how people get their mail. At a few police officers on the streets of time when the federal government Langley at any one time. Yet at the FROM THE is planning to eliminate door-tosame time, they are having some door delivery, the community mailsuccess, as crime rates are falling. boxes that many people must use At the same time, some innova- Frank Bucholtz have “created their own crime cattive approaches to crime-fighting egory,” he says. are paying dividends, particularly as Langley This is because they are very easy to RCMP target prolific offenders, who often are break into, and thieves have figured out at the centre of a large number of the inci- that they will likely find something worthdents police are asked to respond to. while if they hit a community mailbox What was likely surprising to some shortly after the mail is delivered. members of the audience was Cooke’s Langley has a very serious problem with statement that there are 10 general duty these boxes at present, and Canada Post officers on the road at any one time in does not seem to take the matter seriousLangley. That isn’t a large contingent, giv- ly. This alone should be a good reason for en that Langley City and Township togeth- Langley residents to have as little to do er are a large area to patrol. with snail mail as possible.

There are a total of 184 RCMP members Cooke also noted that cellphones are working at Langley detachment, but of both a blessing and a curse. They allow those, 104 work in various special units. people to report crimes quickly, and conSome are plainclothes detectives, others sequently more incidents are reported. But work in other units. A total of 80 members they also end up in the hands of children make up the four watches, 20 at a time. at times, and are used to make unnecesBut of those 20, it is likely that five will be sary 911 calls, which must be responded to. missing at any one time, due to illness, va- He urges parents to use all precautions to cations or other leave. keep cellphones out of the hands of chilFive others are supervisors, and some of ren, and if they are going to handle them, those are out on the road. But their main be sure 911 isn’t programmed in. duty is to work with the 10 general duty He made a very astute observation as officers out there at one time, and provide well — there would be little crime today support to them, Many general duty offi- without poverty and rampant drug use — cers are fairly new to the RCMP and likely particularly cocaine. Take those two out of need a little more support than more expe- the mix, and police wouldn’t be very busy.

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Finger-pointing over the plan to hold a referendum on TransLink spending and transportation priorities got a little ridiculous last week.

On Wednesday, the Mayors’ Council said Metro Vancouver mayors “unanimously” oppose the referendum. They forgot to count Delta Mayor Lois Jackson, who unabashedly supports it. They claim there is no time to put together a question and “educate” the public before the municipal election, 10 months away.

Other than Surrey Mayor Dianne Watts, who proposed a question several weeks ago that called for reducing the gas tax while bringing in lower, universal tolls on bridges and a limit of a three per cent boost to TransLink property taxes each year, no mayor has even proposed an idea to be included in a referendum question. They’d rather be against the concept. They are used to making big capital spending decisions without letting the public have a say.

Transportation Minister Todd Stone then said Thursday that the mayors needed to set some capital spending priorities and propose a question. He did say that the province will pay any additional costs caused by having the referendum in conjunction with the municipal elections.

Let’s not forget that the referendum idea came from the premier during last year’s election. Until Thursday, no one in the provincial government had said the mayors were to come up with the question. Everyone was assuming the province would word the referendum question, as it was Premier Christy Clark’s idea.

Mayors seem fixated on not raising property taxes for TransLink, saying that they can’t go up any more. That of course is because the property tax bill has their city’s name on it, and thus they have to bear some responsibility for them. When they boost gas taxes, they escape any blame.

While mayors’ frustrations over their lack of input into TransLink spending decisions is understandable, they didn’t do a noticeably better job of managing it when they actually did run the TransLink board. Projects such as the Canada Line became embroiled in both local and provincial politics — one reason then-minister of transportation Kevin Falcon opted for a new TransLink structure.

Most of TransLink’s services (and dollars) go towards transit services in Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster, Richmond and the North Shore. Other cities don’t get much in the way of new service, with the notable exception of the Evergreen Line, being built to the Tri-Cities area.

The cost of building that line is another reason that few new services are being offered. The cost of the 11-kilometre SkyTrain link was the prime reason that mayors agreed to boost the gas tax to 17 cents a litre three years ago.

Few people south of the Fraser are likely to back tax increases if there is little or no new service coming their way. Their frustration is magnified by the fact that they must pay tolls on TransLink’s Golden Ears Bridge, or the province’s Port Mann Bridge.

It seems unlikely that the disparate areas of the Metro region will agree on transit priorities, let alone on new methods for taxing people. Perhaps it’s time to break TransLink up, and have the South Fraser region go it alone in setting its own transit priorities.

Despite what the mayors say, people are pretty clear about transportation priorities. They want to see fair tolling policies that do not unduly punish people in one part of the region. They want to see an expansion of bus services over the Port Mann Bridge, and better transit service to fast-growing areas like Willoughby. They want to see an expansion of rapid transit south of the Fraser.

They also would agree to transit expansion in other parts of the region, as long as those projects are not at the expense of fast-growing areas with little or no transit service.

In terms of paying for it, what’s wrong with boosting property taxes? As provincial politicians point out, people in the Metro area do not pay hospital taxes any more — and other B.C. residents do. Why not do as Watts suggests — boost property taxes a little bit, reduce the gas tax, and bring in a universal toll on all major bridges, with a maximum rate of $1 for cars and $3 for large trucks?

With fairness as its guiding principle, such a proposal could gain support from a majority of voters — if the mayors and the province can stop pointing fingers, and start working together to ensure that long-term transportation issues are dealt with.

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Editor: I keep reading letters attacking the people who are against the Coulter Berry Building. Those opposed felt that the building does not conform to the bylaws of the Township, so they organized and presented their views to council.

When council ignored their presentations and petitions, they used the only other avenue available to them. They went to court. So no matter what their supposed motives were, whether you think they misled people or not, regardless of what you think of them, the facts are that they felt council was not within its right to give the go-ahead for this building. A judge decided that they were right.

As with the politicians who brought us the HST, Township politicians learned the hard way that you can’t just bulldoze your way come hell or high water.

They too must follow the rules.

The developer here is not in the wrong, but I am sure he will receive a large sum of money as damages from the Township (taxpayers), as he no doubt has incurred significant extra expenses. What bothers me is that I will wind up paying for council ignoring its own bylaws.

FRED MCNEIL, LANGLEY

Editor: I read the most recent article in The Times (Jan. 23) about the newest Coulter Berry version. When I look at that building, I see the exact same large three-storey building, dwarfing any other building around it and suddenly changing Fort Langley from the small heritage town it has managed to hold onto all these years to something completely different. That was true of the original proposal, version 1.0.

I was disappointed that the words of many have not had any real effect on the original plans of the developer. I appreciate his attempt to make it look more heritage-like, but it’s not the look so much as the breaking of rules or guidelines.

I’ve loved Fort Langley since I moved to B.C. from Saskatchewan over 20 years ago, because it reminded me of the small town atmosphere I had grown up in. I hope to be able to still enjoy that atmosphere for many years to come. Bigger is not always better.

I take great exception to Eric Woodward making comments like “The ‘Heritage Hole’ created by the lawsuit of a few to stop an approved project, etc.” The lawsuit did not create that hole. The developer created that hole when he bought that property, after buying many other properties in Fort Langley. He knew full well what the bylaws were for protecting the Heritage Conservation Area. He gambled that he could get council to approve large-scale variances to overcome the bylaws in place which are there to ensure that growth and development in Fort Langley is kept within the character and size of the town.

The hole was created by council giving an illegal variance, which was necessary to approve such an out-ofplace development. More than a month after a lawsuit was filed against the Township, Woodward had the ground-breaking ceremony and started to dig his giant hole. Once you see the timeline of how this all occurred, it becomes a bit clearer. The facts he states are more his version than the actual facts of what happened and when. He knew full well about the lawsuit before he began digging and construction.

There is as reason Fort Langley is so highly coveted by developers and landowners. It is because of what it is today. This developer does not just want in on the action, but in fact seems to want to recreate it all into something else, thinking he can make it even bigger and better and even more profitable.

Other builders are able to build within the guidelines of a two-storey building like the Reid Building, just behind the Coulter Berry construction site and the IGA. Woodward also contends that stopping construction of the building, which was stopped by the courts because of increased density compared to the area around it, has hurt Fort Langley’s merchants.

I am in Fort Langley very often — visiting, shopping, having coffee and enjoying the atmosphere. Each time I could not even get into the coffee shop across the street without a wait, as it is so busy. Cars are parked up and down the street. The 1950s restaurant’s booths are always full of happy, paying customers. I remember Fort Langley from 20 years ago. Today, it is even busier.

Anyone who walks into downtown Fort Langley can see how thriving it is. We can see what is happening.

S. YEE, LANGLEY

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Developer Eric Woodward unveiled new plans for the Coulter Berry Building last week. Dubbed verion 2.0, the new plans contain a number of it changes to the project, which has been stalled since judge issued a halt work order in October.

Assessments claim finished basements Editor: It appears that Langley Township has partnered up with the B.C. Assessment Authority.

At first I thought the provincial government may have initiated this. I received my tax assessment and noticed that there was quite an increase, in fact it was up by $33,000. I went online and noticed that they had me down for a finished basement. This does not show on your tax assessment.

The funny thing is, I do not have a finished basement, so I did my due diligence and delved into my neighbourhood assessments. What I found became interesting. They tarred everyone with the same brush — now everyone with a basement has it assessed as being finished.

I visited the Assessment Authority and showed them what I had come

up with. They knew about the changes to the basement calculations and said that they would rectify that portion of mine immediately. This reduced my house value by $17,000, which in turn should reduce my net payout on my taxes by approximately $100.

This reminded me of a lawsuit regarding negative option billing. So I went online (if you go to the Government of Canada’s website and enter into the justice laws website and click onto negative option billing regulations and go to section 8(1),notice of changes).

This is my version of what that section means. An institution, such as the Township of Langley, that has or can make changes to the terms and conditions (changing any home with a basement whether it was finished or not,

to a finished basement) should have disclosed this in writing to homeowners. This should have been required in the original assessment notification.

By changing this, the assessed value could change from $10,000 to $30,000.

This in turn could increase taxes by $100 to $250.

The bottom line is this is an unfair tax grab. This is an artificially higher tax assessment.

Homeowners may think they have won the lottery when in fact, if they do try to sell, they really have not. This is not a fair way of doing business, in my opinion.

People wishing to appeal their assessments or question them have until this Friday, Jan. 31.

DENNIS TOWNSEND, LANGLEY

The Ashdowns are an awesome family Editor: I am writing this letter in response to the story of Kimberly Ashdown’s family needing a new van (The Times, Jan. 23).

I have known the Ashdowns for about seven years, and they are an awesome family. I am really hoping that the community of Langley will rally around this family to hopefully help them out, providing them with a

van for Kimberly.

This family would go out of their way to help other people out before asking for help themselves. Graham Ashdown always drives my two kids around if they need a ride home from school or to basketball practice. When I was ill, Graham drove me to the hospital every day for a week. For that, I am very grateful.

I am really hoping that someone will find it in their hearts to help out this wonderful, caring and thoughtful family so Kimberly can enjoy her outings which some people take for granted. For her, it would make a big difference.

CHANDRA SURINAK, LANGLEY

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“No is not an option.”

That was the message Gordon Price is hoping a “coalition of unusual bedfellows” will help spread throughout Metro Vancouver before a referendum on transit funding is held in the fall.

Price, director of the City Program at Simon Fraser University, was speaking before a crowd of about 120 people that included local politicians, union organizers and bus drivers at the Unifor Local 111 office on 12th Street in New Westminster earlier this month (Jan. 9).

The meeting was intended to drum up awareness about the referendum, slated for Nov. 15 — to coincide with the municipal election vote — which Premier Christy Clark promised during last year’s provincial election.

The issue of new funding sources for transit in the region has been hotly contested for years without any resolution, with local politicians exploring options ranging from an annual vehicle levy, a share of the carbon tax, road pricing, or even a small regional sales tax.

It’s unclear at this point, however, what exactly will be on the referendum ballot as neither Clark nor Transpor-

tation Minister Todd Stone have indicated what voters will be asked.

“We are now 308 days away from having a vote for… well… what?” Price said.

In interviews, Clark has said she’d like to see voters given a multiple-choice style ballot in November to see how much transit people would be willing to pay for, or whether people want to put the brakes on any expansion.

Price worries that if voters reject new funding it could equal an actual reduction in transit as gas tax revenues decline and other costs continue to grow.

He and Metro Vancouver mayors believes there’s a good chance the referendum will fail, as people are likely to reject any new tax, and various cities’ priorities — such as Surrey’s call for a new rapid transit line or Vancouver’s pitch for a Broadway extension—could get pitted against each other.

Price also said the launch of TransLink’s Compass card system in the coming months will inevitably spark widespread frustration among transit users forced to change their habits, and people could vent frustration at the ballot box.

That would be a huge setback, says the former Van-

couver city councillor who also served as a director on TransLink.

Metro Vancouver’s transit system is admired world over, Price said, and TransLink’s model, which combines strategic planning and operations in a single entity, works incredibly well.

“People come here and say ‘if only we had something like it,’” Price said.

“This is one of the best places on earth… not just in the bumper-sticker sense… but in [former BC Premier and Vancouver Mayor] Mike Harcourt’s words it’s a place that does it right.

“You can’t imagine how stunned I am, that we might throw that all away, that we might put it all at risk in mere months.”

Price also talked strategy, and suggested those wanting to campaign in favour of new funding should form a “coalition of unsual bedfellows” crossing political lines and including everyone from labour and business groups to environmentalists.

And they should have a good message and seek a charismatic leader, he added.

“Jimmy Pattison doing anything these days?” he quipped.

And to get broad support, the funding question should

also be linked to projects that would benefit every part of the region, and propose a tax that is reasonable.

And finally, “transit champions” of all stripes would be needed to rally for the cause.

But that last point, he conceded, would be tough, particularly in an election year.

“Who amongst us is going to defend [more spending]?

Who is going to go to a meeting and say ‘we need to tax ourselves in the millions, billions for TransLink’?”

Jim Sinclair, president of the B.C. Federation of Labour, agreed.

“It is unthinkable that a modern city would not have a modern transit system,” Sinclair said. “If we just talk about money, we’re losers.

What we need is a vision.”

When asked by a member of the audience whether he’d support a new SkyTrain line over the province’s proposed Massey Bridge to replace the tunnel between Delta and Richmond, Price said the region needs both because it’s expected to grow by a million people over the next 30 years.

The region’s plans are dependent upon more transit, he said.

“You just don’t get to say no… it just doesn’t add up,” Price said.

Exempt your child from the FSA Dear parents, We work hard to give your children the best education possible. We celebrate with them when they master a new concept and help them think creatively when tackling a tricky problem.

But standardized tests like the Foundation Skills Assessment (FSA) in Grades 4 and 7 take away from those wonderful moments of learning.

The FSAs do not count for marks, create needless stress for students, are expensive, and the much-delayed results do not actively support your child’s progress.

The data is also misused to rank schools, which puts pressure on teachers to teach to the test, instead of to students’ interests and needs.

That’s why teachers in Langley recommend you send a letter to your school principal requesting that your child vbe exempted from the FSA.

A message from the Langley Teachers’ Association

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Langley Writers’ Guild meets on the first, second and fourth Thursdays of the month at the Langley City Library, from 10 a.m. to noon. Readings, critiquing, workshops. All genres. For more info: call Doris at 604-5343384.

Gospel meetings each Sunday at 3:30 P.M at the George Preston Commnity Centre. All welcome.

Annual general meeting for the Murrayville Community Memorial Hall will be held Feb. 24 at 7:30 p.m. General public is welcome to attend. Murrayville Hall is located at 21667 48 Ave.

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Reunion for Langley Secondary School Grads of 1974. The 40 year reunion is being planned for the May 30-31 weekend.

All ex grads and ex teachers are asked to contact Tom Barichello at tom_sharron@ shaw.ca or phone 604 534-0650. There is also a Facebook group: LSS Grads 1974.

Fort Langley Library Knitting Circle meets Wednesdays 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Dropin. Bring your knitting to the library and enjoy the companionship of working with others on your project. Beginners welcome.

Langley Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Penny Pincher Thrift Store needs volunteers for all areas of our store including markers, sorters, cashiers and security. Applications are available at store, located at 20211 56 Ave. Depressed, anxious, panic attacks, fears, worry, helplessness? Come to Recovery International, Monday nights

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Classics Book Club meets on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m. at Murrayville Library. Phone the library for more information or to register for this free program 604-533-0339.

Langley Meals on Wheels Service Society Food & Friends in the Willowbrook/ Willoughby area takes place twice a month at the Renaissance Retirement Residences at 6676 203 St. The cost is $3.

Register by calling 604-539-0571.

Volunteers needed Langley Meals on Wheels Service Society is always seeking volunteers. This is a great opportunity for retirees or moms who are looking to volunteer in their community. It’s a four-hour commitment, twice a month.

Those interested please call: 604-5331679 or email info@langleymealsonwheels.com.

Langley Lions Bingo every Tuesday night at the Evergreen Lodge in the hall at 5464 203 St. Doors open at 4 p.m., Bonanza pre-call at 5:30 p.m., cards sold at 6 p.m., start time 7 p.m.

Scottish Country Dancing every Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at Fort Langley Hall, 9167 Glover Rd. Dance to lively Celtic music.

No partner necessary. Beginners welcome. First session free. Phone 604530-0500.

Langley Writers’ Guild meets on the first, second and fourth Thursdays of the month at the Langley City Library, from 10 a.m. to noon. Readings, critiquing, workshops. All genres. For more info: call Doris at 604-534-3384.

Langley Quilters Guild meets the fourth Wednesday of every month at George Preston Recreation Centre, 20699 42 Ave. Day meeting noon to 3 p.m.; evening 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Contact Rita Raun at 604825-4718 or www.langleyquiltersguild. com for more information.

Men’s Langley League Cribbage urgently needs players. Evenings, 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Phone Rob 604-533-9363 or Tim 604530-2364.

Small Animal Rescue Society (SARS) urgently need volunteers to help us at our rabbit shelter in Aldergrove. Cleaning, feeding, socializing are some of the duties. Mature volunteers are preferred, but this is also an ideal opportunity for students to get their volunteer credits.

Phone Muriel 604-530-3297.

The Fraser Health Crisis Line is recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to people in the region who are experiencing emotional distress. No previous experience is needed as extensive training and ongoing support is provided. If you are interested, visit their website at www.options.bc.ca and follow the link for the Crisis Line.

Outreach Services at the Langley Seniors Centre include: information and referral, transportation and shopping assistance, housing and government program counsellors, coffee and connecting, a weekly social, and telephone buddy program. We will come to your home or building and provide information on what is available. Call 604 5303020 Ext. 302, 305, or 306.

The Langley Lawn Bowling Club is for all ages and operates all year-round, with carpet bowls and cards from October through April and outdoor bowling, May through September. Reasonable membership fees required. South end of Douglas Park. Call Nell at 604-534-7465 for information.

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The Big ‘O’ Whether you are throwing a wedding, milestone event or an intimate gathering, there’s a lot of prep and planning that goes into having a fabulous, unforgettable fete.

From the food you’ll serve and signature cocktail to party decor, favors, guest list, venue, etc. your mind is bound to be preoccupied during the time span leading up to your big event. The details can easily consume your every thought – some may even joke that you’ve become...dare we say it? Obsessed (gulp). And of course, we use the ‘o-word’ in the most light-hearted, jovial context possible.

While they may not be engaged to be married yet, Daniel Novack, 28 and Sarah Konschuh, 36, of Aldergrove have been planning their wedding for the past year and a half.

Their ‘big day’ is a popular – if not dominant –pillow talk for the common law couple, who already have a date in mind, the venue chosen and a general idea of who they’d like to invite.

“We are always coming up with different ideas or options,” said Novak, who admits he is just as preoccupied with the wedding talk as his fiancé-to-be.

“We aren’t sure if we want a big wedding or not, but one of the ideas I came up with is to have a big party for

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family and friends with kids during making since I was 21 years old,” she the day and then having the bachelor/ laughed. ette party afterwards that night. We’d “I had dreamed I would get married also elope to Las Vegas with close on a hillside in Greece with my dear friends and family for a few days.” friends and family drinking wine and Even though Novack enjoys the par- dancing under the stars – I knew this ty planning process, he’s unlikely to was a fairytale wedding that I am sure become a ‘groomzialla’ any time soon. many women dream of and yet very “I’m just way to laid back for that,” few actually get to live out.” he laughed.

As soon as Friesen said yes, she dove Nowadays, there’s an information strait into the planning process. overload when it comes to party plan“I searched every venue I could and ning – especially watched gallery when you throw after gallery for Facebook, Twitter, I’ve had my local photograPinterest and blogphers. I started to wedding plans ging into the mix. get overwhelmed With an unlimitwhen Facebook ng in the making ed supply of ideas started advertisand ‘Pinspiration,’ ing invitations, as since I was it’s easy to become bridal showers, swept up in the d.

21 years old. limo rentals, flodetails of one’s uprist, marriage coming soirée. counselors, wedding dresses, venues, Amber Friesen, 27, is counting cakes lions and tigers and bears, oh down the days until she marries her my!” soul mate Dave Greenfield, 27.

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With a new outlook on the wedding planning process, the couple have decided to wait until the summer of 2015 to save money and “enjoy being engaged – they’ll eventually dip their toes back into the planning pool.”

As for Greece, it’s a destination that hasn’t been completely ruled out.

“I have opted for the honeymoon to be in Greece and I will be taking my wedding dress with me for a mini photo shoot.”

Like many brides-to-be, even one’s who have done the walk down the aisle the first time, there’s pressure to spend big bucks and option for traditions one may not necessarily even want to entertain.

And with all of the hard work and planning that goes into a wedding, it’s only natural that some brides get hit with the post-wedding blues.

No matter how much you plan to spend on your upcoming fete, or how ‘by the book’ you plan to go, remember to listen to both your heart and head. The whole point of your gathering is to celebrate a special milestone in your life – not stress out!

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While great food and the right ambiance are key ingredients for a successful soirÊe, there’s one factor that can make or break your gathering – whether your hosting skills are up to par.

Let’s face it – a stressed out, frazzled host is a recipe for disaster. Aside from your guests feeling uncomfortable and unwelcome, they may duck out early and never return.

Rather than risk a party foul, there are many ways one can sharpen their entertaining skills to be the ultimate party host.

Kristine Carrick, the principal consultant at Carrick Communications, has built up an impressive arsenal of hosting tips over the years for entertaining crowds both big and small. The Langley resident’s party planning & hosting repertoire includes pulling together events that range from 1 Fish 2 Fish Fresh Seafood Market’s annual Sip and Slurp to hosting a Thanksgiving Market with more than 2,500 attendees in the shed row of a 35-acre equestrian centre.

Over the years, Carrick has picked up plenty of tricks and has learned what to avoid. Here’s a roundup of her top five tips.

1. BE MINDFUL OF TIME One of the biggest faux pas a host can make is underestimating the time it will take to serve their guests.

2. MAKE THE BEST OF A BAD SITUATION While even the best laid plans can go sideways, how you deal with a potential disaster and turn it into a great save that counts.

3. THINK SMALL Some say the perfect party is all about the small details – do you agree? If so, look into what details you could incorporate into your fete to make it a memorable party. “Little things like where to put your guests coats when they arrive or running out of toilet paper can sideline your party – nobody likes to be caught hunting for a clean hand towel or toilet paper.�

4. PROVIDE EASY ACCESS TO NIBBLES & SIPS Rather than leave guests famished and parched when hosting a party at home, set up a bar with glasses, open bottles of wine, and non-alcoholic choices so they can help themselves, ensure there is something suitable for everyone: vegetarian, vegan, no red meat, allergic to nuts...whatever it is, the extra effort will make your guests to feel more welcomed.

5. MAKE GUESTS FEEL COMFORTABLE It may not be rocket science, but it can be easy to forget a few social graces when caught up in the hustle and bustle of hosting. Remember to take your guest’s coats, get them a drink, and introduce them to other guests with a bit of background that may be of interest/ conversation starter.

And there you have it – five tips to keep in mind when planning your next shin dig. Relax, take a deep breath and don’t forget to have fun. After all, it is a party, isn’t it? Happy hosting or hostessing!

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Toasting Tips You never know when you may be asked to give a toast. Likely your top two thoughts will be ‘What should I say?’ and ‘I don’t know if I can do this.’ Here are a few tips to help.

Don’t put it off, start right away. I have never heard anyone say I should have started later.

PURPOSE, TIME, WHY ME? Clearly and concisely write down the purpose of the toast. ‘Welcome Mary to our family’ or ‘acknowledge my parents 25th wedding anniversary’.

Verify how long your toast should be (usually somewhere between 1 to 3 minutes).

Write down why it is important for you to do this toast. ‘Mary needs to know we are happy to have her join our family’ or ‘Mom and Dad’s marriage has been an inspiration to all of us.’ This will remind you of why you are going to step out of your comfort zone.

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For those lacking time and creativity, a personal shopper may be just the ticket.

Just ask Kristi Ferguson – the owner of Double You Communications & Lifestyle Services, who has made a career out of shopping for clients.

Not long after the Langley resident launched her virtual/personal assistant business back in 2003, busy professionals began to inquire about personal shopping services.

“I’m an avid shopper, a proud deal-finder and a lover of beautiful things – this was a perfect fit,” exclaimed Ferguson, who has helped clients buy gifts for the holidays, birthdays and other occasions.

When it comes to shopping, you either love it or get lost and overwhelmed by the choices out there, notes Ferguson.

Experience gifts are wonderful for people who are overwhelmed with, or who do not have space for more material items, she says.

“A gift certificate or a planned date out with you is a lovely gift. Sign yourself up (or present a gift certificate) for a cooking class, snorkeling lesson, snowshoeing & fondue adventure, rock climbing, a fun concert or a treatment at the spa, etc.”

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For those on a tight budget or short on time, a day trip is another option, she adds. “ Just think of what the recipient likes to do for fun or something new they might enjoy and give that a go!”

Personalized gift baskets are another way to go.

“Set yourself a budget and gather 7-15 pieces to put in this gift. Pick a theme if appropriate or simply look for items that compliment their hobbies or personality (some neat new fishing hooks for a fisherman or a specialty food item for someone who loves to cook).

With wedding season just around the corner, there will be many grooms and brides-to-be out on the hunt for one-of-a-kind gifts to give their brides maids and groomsmen.

While Ferguson is a big fan of keepsake gifts, she warns couples not to waste their money on tacky, overpriced presents marketed for ‘the bridal party.’

“I see so many websites offering these types of gifts nowadays and unfortunately they are highly overpriced and often poor quality.”

Instead, stick to a budget for each of the attendants, but gift them based on their personality –not everyone’s gifts have to match, she notes.

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Back in the day, children’s’ birthday parties were all about cake, ice cream and a few party games. And then came the Party Mamas – do you recall that reality show about out-of-control mothers who planned over-the-top extravaganza parties for their kids?

These wealthy parents had no problem dropping thousands of dollars on private yachts, hotel ballrooms, circus animals and multi-tiered birthday cakes that would put your wedding to shame.

While the average parent could only dream of providing their youngster with one of these splashy soirées, there are still plenty of ways to throw a fete your child and party guests will never forget – even without breaking the bank.

Leanne Kinsman, a birthday party planning extraordinaire from Langley and owner of Sugar Plum Events, has been throwing big bashes for families in the Fraser Valley since launching her home-based business three years ago.

While the 33-year-old entrepreneur had always enjoyed planning parties for friends and family members, she realized that there were plenty of parents out there who could benefit from her help.

“I love parties and always have ... anything I can have a party for, I will, said the Brookswood resident. “At the time, I saw a big demand so I decided to go for it.”

Kinsman’s speculation proved correct. Within weeks of going into business, her calendar began to fill up – fast.

To date, Kinsman has hosted well over 100 birthday parties for children – events that she pours every ounce of her heart and creativity into planning.

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Nowadays, children’s birthday parties are all about themes – pirate, princess and superhero soirées tend to be the most popular. But have you been to a spa party for six-year-old girls?

How about a Breakfast at Tiffany’s-inspired bash? Or, even a barn party complete with actual ponies?

“I just love coming up with themes, it’s so much fun,” said Kinsman, who admits one of her favourite parties to host is the spa parties.

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manicures – they even get to wear little robes and have the cucumbers on their eyes. It’s so funny – there’s lots of giggling that goes on.”

Another party that Kinsman is particularly proud of had a carnival theme, she notes.

“We had six carnival games, a whole table set up with prizes, which the kids could get with tickets – there were all kinds of goodies like bouncy balls, suckers, stickers. Some of the parents dressed in costume and we even had a photo booth for the kids so they could take pictures home with them.”

And while hiring a party planner may seem like an extravagant expense, reserved for the wealthy, Kinsman notes the cost is usually in the same ballpark as throwing one yourself.

“Some really shy away from the cost, but if they tried to do something similar to the parties I’ve planned, it may end up costing them more in the long run. I’m able to collect goodies, decor and favors throughout the year – I’m always on the hunt for great finds!”

While it’s easy to get caught up in the party-planning frenzy, Kinsman reminds parents that the key to a great birthday party is to personalize it to your child’s interest and of course, one’s budget.

“Back in my day, we just went to McDonald’s or had roller-skating parties.... at least that’s what I remember. It’s not that today’s parents care more, it’s just because DIY (do-it-yourself) parties are so huge right now – even more so than two years ago. It’s all about those little personalized touches in the decor, goodie bags or cake. There are so many resources available to us now than ever before. Why not use them to help throw a great party?”

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She wore a big white dress, he sported a classic tuxedo and the couple said their ‘I do’s’ in front of more than 200 guests.

Twenty-seven years ago, the newlyweds thought they had planned the wedding of their dreams – however, it ended up being a celebration peppered with regret.

A quarter of a century later, the wedding bells would chime once again for the Langley couple, who decided to renew their vows and do it ‘right’ the second time around.

“I have always wanted to get married in a beautiful garden, have a champagne toast and have that first dance, “ said Samira Allinger, who married her husband Paul in a church ceremony back in 1986 at the age of 19.

Religious restrictions forbid the couple from dancing, drinking champagne or getting married outdoors. It was also custom that the couple invite everyone who attended their church to the ceremony.

“When we got married, there were a lot of things we couldn’t do for our wedding that we wanted. Honestly, I didn’t even know most of the people at our wedding.”

Two years ago, the Allingers had chance for a nuptial redo in an small vow renewal ceremony and reception at the Little White House & Co. in Fort Langley.

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“We wanted to keep it small, but pretty,” noted Samira.

“A lot of places were out of our budget, but the Little White House & Co. worked out perfectly. The first time around I really missed out on being creative and personalizing our wedding because ‘things’ were expected to be a certain way.

This time we did it our way.”

The couple would have their wedding toast and an intimate guest list of close friends and family members. Unfortunately, their first dance wouldn’t go exactly as planned. Three weeks before the big day, Samira broke her ankle and ended up in a wheel chair.

“I had a big cast on my ankle and couldn’t even carry a bouquet,” she recalled. “In spite of not having that first dance, even the second time around, it was a great day.

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The guest list also included two attendees who weren’t at the last big do.

“It was really nice to have our two children involved,” said Samira.

“My daughter (Kaitlyn, 18) sang and my son (Brandon, 20), played the guitar.”

Looking back, Samira says her perception on weddings isn’t the only thing that has changed – love has taken on a whole new meaning.

“When you’ve been married for as long as we have, you view love and marriage differently. I can honestly say my husband is my best, best friend... I love him so much more than I did back then.”

Samira’s advice to engaged couples is to plan the wedding for themselves – not to please other people.

“Don’t get caught up in what you think your wedding day will look like and forget about what everyone else is doing,” she said. “It’s just too easy to get lost in the shuffle.”

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Paul Maddison hadn’t set out to become an overnight Instagram sensation with a legion of followers from across the globe. Nor did the 32-year-old Langley resident plan on becoming a ‘visual ambassador’ for his own backyard.

And if you had told him that his work would be on display at a local gallery, chances are he probably would have laughed.

If anything, the trendy mobile phone sharing ap was just a fun distraction from the dissolution of his marriage and a chance to explore his creative side.

However, the social media phenomena has thrust the modest man behind the lens straight into the spotlight.

“I had never taken photography classes or anything like that,” explained Maddison, a horticultural arborist for the City of Vancouver, who only started ‘playing around’ with Instagram about five months ago.

The fast, free and increasingly popular social media tool allows users to share their life with friends, family and strangers.

Once you’ve taken a photo or video, you choose a filter to transform its look and feel.

Maddison was working at a tree farm in South Langley when the picturesque rural property called him to action and try out the ap.

“I started taking pictures of the nursery with my phone and really found it to be quite therapeutic,” he said, matter-of-factly.

“I had just separated from my wife and taking photos made me forget about things. . . my creative side also came out — that’s something that has never come out before.”

While most users tend to capture images of their pets, food, family and latest travel adventures, Maddison continues to focus on different outdoor landscapes throughout the Langley area.

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Amateur photographer Paul Maddison’s pictures of Langley are a big hit across the globe while he shares this town’s beauty on Instagram. . . . that country-meets-city feel.

We’ve got so much diversity — parks, the river, bridges, farms, Fort Langley.”

His ethereal and dreamy photos of Langley evoke a certain romantic charm, a unique style that has won the hearts of Maddison’s friends, family and total strangers.

“I can still remember getting my first 100 subscribers and thinking, wow, that’s amazing that 100 people are following me on Instagram,” said Maddison who now has close to 1,000 fans.

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“So many people have a picture of a river or the Statue of Liberty, but what if you could have a picture of something from your own hometown?” asked Maddison. ‘’I think people really appreciate it more when there’s that local connection.”

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Loverboy alum in Langley FAMED PIANIST DOUG JOHNSON WILL PERFORM CLASSICS AND SURPRISES ON FEB. 2 AT LCMS Langley Community Music School (LCMS) welcomes the return of pianist Doug Johnson, of Loverboy fame, to the Rose Gellert Hall on Feb. 2 at 4 p.m.

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Jakob Reichert is having a solid final season of junior hockey. The local product sits third on the Langley Rivermen in scoring with 19 goals and 19 assists this season, which are career highs for the 20-year-old.

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It may have taken a while, but Jakob Reichert is delivering on his potential.

“He is a player that is finally coming into his own,” said Langley Rivermen head coach and general manager Bobby Henderson.

“We have been waiting for the last season and a bit and the switch has gone off for him. He is playing unbelievable.”

Henderson said they have known of Reichert since his days with the Langley Minor Hockey Association.

After all, it is not hard to notice a six-foot-two, 232 pound 16-year-old, which is just how big Reichert was when he began his junior hockey career.

And when the chance came to acquire him, Henderson pulled the trigger, sending another Langley player, Austin Plevy, to the Merritt Centennials prior to the 2012/13 BCHL season.

“The potential has always been there and we saw signs of it through junior B and flashes of it when he was up with Merritt,” he added.

The only problem was inconsistency.

“Now it is a more complete game, wire to wire, a full 60 minutes,”

Henderson said.

Last season, his first in Langley, Reichert had nine goals and 10 assists in 51 games, which worked out to a 0.5 points per game average.

And through this season’s first 32 games, Reichert had 10 goals and nine assists in 32 games, which is about 0.6 points per game.

But his play has really taken off since early December. In his last 17 games, Reichert has scored nine times and added 10 assists, for a 1.1 average.

Reichert also has points in eight of the past 10 games for the Rivermen — they have earned a point in all 10 at 8-0-1-1 — including the game-winning goal on Sunday afternoon in Victoria over the Grizzlies (see side story).

“Part of it is him recognizing who he is as a player and the things he has to do to be successful,” Henderson said.

And this is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the Reichert, a hulking six-foot-five 220-pound prototypical power forward.

“His biggest asset is obviously his physical presence,” Henderson said.

“He is a tough guy to knock off the puck and you combine that with his skating ability and stick skill, that

makes for a pretty well-rounded player who is tough to defend.”

Reichert sits third on the Rivermen in scoring with 19 goals and 38 points through 49 games as the team sits in top spot in the Mainland Division.

“This season, I have been having a lot of fun and I think it is showing on the ice,” Reichert said, adding that last season was a bit of an adjustment, going from spending the first three seasons of junior hockey — one year of junior B with Revelstoke and then two seasons of junior A with Merritt — living with billets to moving back home.

Reichert is aiming to play Division 1 hockey next season in the U.S. and is currently mulling his scholarship offers.

But before that, the 20-year-old hopes to cap off his final season of junior hockey the same way he began: with a championship.

Reichert was a 16-year-old rookie with the Revelstoke Grizzlies, helping the team win both the Cyclone Taylor Championship (provincial championship) and the Keystone Cup (western Canadian championship).

Since then, the has grown three inches to six-foot-five and dropped a dozen pounds thanks to a summer workout regiment.

And the work he has put in has Henderson believing that the sky is the limit for the Reichert.

“There is no reason Jake couldn’t play in the National Hockey League,” he said.

“You look at the guys that are in the American Hockey League and the National Hockey League now, it is all size, speed and skill.

“He has that, plus toughness, so the sky is the limit for Jake.”

Reichert isn’t looking too far down the road, however, and is just enjoying one last run.

“Obviously we don’t just want to finish in first place, we want to win the whole thing,” he said.

He has also noticed a difference around town as fan excitement builds around the team.

“It is definitely louder this year in the LEC and more people seem interested,” Reichert said.

Regardless of how the rest of the season winds up — there are nine games to go before playoffs begin in March — Reichert said his junior career has been memorable.

“It has been a lot of fun and I have met a lot of people and learned a lot about hockey and myself, too,” he said.

He added he has learned not to set limits for himself.

“If I believe in myself, I can do it.”

The Langley Rivermen may very well be sad to see the calendar flip from January to February this weekend.

The junior A hockey club wrapped up a near-perfect month of January by taking five of a possible six points over the weekend.

The team won 5-4 in overtime over the Chilliwack Chiefs on Friday at the Langley Events Centre and then played a pair of low-scoring games on Vancouver Island, tying the Cowichan Valley Capitals 2-2 on Saturday night and then winning 2-1 over the Victoria Grizzlies on Sunday afternoon.

The Rivermen earned a point in all 10 games in the month, finishing 8-0-1-1 and improving to a BCHL Mainland Divisionleading 30-12-2-5 and 67 points with nine games to go in the regular season.

The team’s .684 winning percentage also puts them second overall in the 16-team league.

And their strong showing off late has helped Langley jump from 18th last week to 10th this week in the most recent polls released by the Canadian Junior Hockey League.

The Rivermen now get a break in the schedule as they are off until a home-andhome series with the Vernon Vipers on Feb. 7 and 8.

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Kodiaks fall in OT For the first time this season — which began back in September — the Aldergrove Kodiaks have lost back-to-back contests.

The junior B hockey club did manage a single point in their most recent setback, a 3-2 overtime loss to the visiting Port Moody Panthers on Jan. 22 at the Aldergrove Arena.

Cole WirschMethorst scored the winner at 4:37 of the extra period, shortly after the Kodiaks had killed off a power play.

The loss, coupled with a 5-1 setback the game before to the North Vancouver Wolf Pack, leaves Aldergrove with a record of 28-6-22 and 60 points, which is still good for top spot in both the PJHL and the Harold Brittain Conference with six games to play in the regular season.

Aldergrove’s next game is at home versus the Richmond Sockeyes on Jan. 29.

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FREE ESTIMATES

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

329 PAINTING & DECORATING .Hayden Painting 778-229-0236 Family Owned & Operated Ryan 778.229.0236

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ELECTRICAL

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

Painters SINCE 1977

Rooms from $99.00 incls. paint

ALL JOBS Big or Small. Panels, lighting, plugs, fans, hot tubs, etc.

Guaranteed work. Ph 604-539-0708 Cell 604-537-1773 (Lic. 26110)

Over 2000 COLOURS provided

by General Paint & Deluxe Premium Products.

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

JOB OPPORTUNITY

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

$13.80/Hour EV Logistics is excited to announce a new starting wage of $13.80!

We are currently accepting applications for Permanent Entry-Level Warehouse Order Selectors, which will include timely and accurate order picking of grocery products in a safe, clean and team-oriented environment.

We offer a starting wage of $13.80 plus an attractive incentive program with regular increases as you progress.

EV Logistics also offers flexible working schedules and a safe and fun environment. Successful applicants will have a safety-first attitude, available for day, afternoon and weekend coverage, have reliable transportation and proficient English communication skills.

If you’re looking for long-term employment with career growth and want to work in a fun and safe environment, then EV Logistics wants to hear from you!

Apply online at: www.evlogistics.com

Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanic Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader is seeking an energetic, aggressive self starter for a full time position. Req. immediately.

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778-593-9788 REIKI Healing Energy – www.intheenergy.com - 604-626-6579. I am a Canadian Reiki Association certified practitioner.

JOURNEYMAN HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS Fort McMurray & Leduc Alberta Gladiator Equipment Ltd. has immediate positions for Journeyman Heavy Duty, off road Certified Mechanics for work in Fort McMurray and Leduc, Alberta. Excellent wages and benefits. www.gladiatorequipment.com fax 1-780-986-7051. hr@gladiatorequipment.com

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604-575-5555 toll-free 1-866-575-5777

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

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HELP WANTED

NOW HIRING! Delivery Drivers Must have your own reliable CARGO VAN (minimum ¾ ton) and clean driver abstract.

NO CARS, SUVS, MINI-VANS OR PICKUP TRUCKS. • Tuesday Mornings & Wednesday Evenings • Pick up newspapers from our warehouse • Deliver newspapers to our carriers homes in Langley City, Walnut Grove and Aldergrove

Call 604.514.6770 circulation@langleytimes.com

CLEANING SERVICES

• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries

EXP. LADY will do House & Office Cleaning, Home Care for Elderly.

Laundry & Ironing. 778-808-0514

Unique Taste, Unique Menus...

Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...

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COMPUTER SERVICES

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• Additions • Renovations • New Construction Specializing in • Concrete • Forming • Framing • Siding

All your carpentry needs & handyman requirements.

604-218-3064 SUNDECKS

SAMCON BUILDING. Complete reno’s & additions. Over 25 yrs exp.

Call Derek (604)720-5955 www.samconbuilding.com

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR Repairs & Reno’s, Sundecks & Additions, New Homes

FINANCIAL SERVICES

DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 60% & DEBT FREE in half the time! AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free Consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1-877-556-3500 BBB Rated A+ spraylakesawmills.com

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 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.

European Quality Workmanship CONTRACT OR HOURLY FREE ESTIMATES 25 YEARS IN BUSINESS Computer Problems? Call Blue Sky Tech 604.512.7082 John Jespersen

Per Molsen 604-575-1240

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CONCRETE & PLACING

Placing & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates. coastalconcrete.ca

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

Building Customer Confidence

Quality Renovations 604.230.2217 / 604.999.5890

www.mdmservices.ca Serving Since 1993

spraylakesawmills.com

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Ask about our

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CALL TODAY! 604-803-5041 www.benchmarkpainting.ca

PAVING/SEAL COATING

PLUMBING

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

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

Drain Cleaning. Ins. (778)908-2501

MOON CONSTRUCTION BUILDING SERVICES

Kristy 604.488.9161

Annacis Island Pawnbrokers!

Open ‘till MIDNIGHT! #104 - 1628 Fosters Way Tel: 604-540-1122

(Ceiling & Trim Extra) • Quality Guaranteed • Bondable • Ref’s Randall 604.353.8042

#1 IN RATES & SERVICE. Lic’d/Ins. LOCAL Plumber. Plugged drains, renos etc. Chad 1-877-861-2423

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca

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incls. paint & 2 coats

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

CHRISTINE’S CLEANING. Reas. & Honest. You won’t be disappointed.

Seniors Disc. Call 604-328-3733.

(604)-309-3707

ACCURATE PAINTING 3 Room Special $299

338 TONY’’S PAINTING

Let us do it for you!

• Flexible Services/ Affordable Prices • Housework/Yard work • Rental Suite Cleaning • Household Organization • Errands for Seniors

Paul Schenderling

604-530-7885 / 604-328-3221

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

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CEILINGS OUR SPECIALTY

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604-461-0999

.dial-a-law 1.800.565.5297 www.dialalaw.org spraylakesawmills.com

Specializing in Private Events!

We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.

spraylakesawmills.com

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

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

$2500 FURNACE $725 HWT Licenced-Bonded-Insured

MACHINIST req’d for Maple Ridge company.

Mike@emmfg

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

• Furnaces • Gas Fitting • Hot Water Tanks Winter Special!

RELIABLE HOME & YARD CARE

CNC lathe, Horizontal and Vertical Boring Mill experience required.

Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL

REPAIR & INSTALL

WE’RE ON THE WEB

www.bcclassified.com

GARDENING

NATURAL AIRFLOW HEATING LTD.

HEALTH PRODUCTS

Why Your Fat Friends Will HATE You When You Lose Weight! www.FatLossFAQ.com As Seen On TV, Risk-Free 60 Day. Toll-Free 1800-804-1381

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION

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

www.paintspecial.com

*Fall Clean-up *Pruning *Gardening *Garden/Shrub Removal *Fencing www.lawnranger1990.com Call 604-597-8500

10:00a.m.-10:00p.m.

Please respond by email:

There is a CRITICAL need for Medical Transcriptionists across Canada.

Work from Home.

CanScribe graduates welcome and encouraged to apply. Apply through MTR at www.hds-mt.com/jobs

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

HEALTH ACUPRESSURE 11969 88th Ave. Scott Road

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

www.affordablemoversbc.com

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

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MOVING & STORAGE

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

AFFORDABLE MOVING

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

Marine Technician

CARE AIDE WORKERS

Leave msg @ 604-599-5503 or email: tcl.maintenance@shaw.ca

CONCRETE & PLACING

DESIGN

Please Fax Resume 604.856.5644

Required F/T in Surrey, with exp. in garden maint, pruning, lawn & bed work. Must be able to drive truck with trailer and have good English skills & local ref’s. Yearround work avail. Pesticide lic an asset. Benefit pkg. Wage $2500 $3200 dependant on experience.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

UNIQUE CONCRETE

LABOURERS

Required Full-Time for local production facility in Aldergrove.

FORKLIFT EXP. AN ASSET Positions Start Immediately!

Must have own transportation.

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

“LAMINATE/QUARTZ/GRANITE” JMS Countertops, 30 yrs/refs ★ John 604-970-8424 ★

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MOVING & STORAGE

www.MOUNTAIN-MOVERS.ca Your trusted choice for residential moving services. (778)378-6683 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates.

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

.Can-Pro Paint & Drywall. 3 rooms $250. Over 25 yrs of quality service. Insured/Free Est. 604-7717052

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REAL ESTATE

PETS 477

PETS

627

RENTALS

HOMES WANTED

706

APARTMENT/CONDO

RENTALS 750

SUITES, LOWER

TRANSPORTATION 810

TRANSPORTATION 845

AUTO FINANCING

MAYFLOWER CO-OP 2 Bdrm units from $807- $847/mo.

First Months Rent Free!

5 Min walk to Surrey Ctrl Skytrain, and all amenities. Well maintained, clean, quiet, sec’d adult only bldg.

No Pets. Shared purchase required.

Call: 604-583-2122 or email: maycoop@shawbiz.ca

LOTS

630

125.2 X 76.3 LOT IN LANGLEY CITY CHIHUAHUA’S - Reg’d microchipped, cert. of pedigree, health records, shots, dewormed, paper trained, $795. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com PATTAR ROOFING LTD. All types of Roofing. Over 35 years in business. 604.588.0833

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

Pitt Bull Puppies, $500. Born Nov.17, first shots, dewormed, vet checked, 604.763.3125

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 512

Park Terrace Apts CALL FOR NEW SPECIALS Spacious Bachelor, 1, 2, 3 Bdrm Suites. Heat & Hot Water incl. On Site Manager

Last lot in quiet established area with older 2 car garage. Build 2 storey house & enjoy great view of North Shore mountains. Short walk to park with nature trails and creek. $395,000. Phone owner between 4-6pm. 604-534-3951

604-530-0030 www.cycloneholdings.ca

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

TOWN & COUNTRY APARTMENTS

NEW Mobile home on it’s own 50x120 lot. $13,000 down, $1303/mo OAC. 604-830-1960

5555 208th Street, Langley Studio - 1 & 2 bdrms. Indoor swimming pool and rec facility.

Includes heat & 1 parking stall.

No pets

BICYCLES

Save-On Roofing - Specializing in New Roofs, Re-Roofs & Repairs. 778-892-1266

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Gary Fisher Advance Mountain bike, suits person 5’2’’ - 5’9’’ Selling for $75

RUBBISH REMOVAL

GIANT FCR 2 Sport Road Bike Size L - Suits 5’9 - 6’2’’ Hardly used. $500.

North Delta 604-591-9740 Can email Pictures

515 BOOKS, COINS, STAMPS

STAMP COLLECTOR Looking to buy stamps and whole collections.

Email: swisshouse@shaw.ca JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

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SECURITY / ALARM SYSTEMS

Strata mailbox repairs & security upgrades. Problem doors fixed - bent, dragging, slamming etc. Full locksmith service for all your security needs. Lic. & bonded.

Father & sons business with over 45 years experience.

RS Lock & Security 604-318-2956

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529

FUEL

FULLY SEASONED, Alder, Maple, Birch. Split & Delivered. Free kindling. Phone 604-789-1492 anytime

FURNITURE

FURNITURE FOR SALE

TREE SERVICES

Couch and love seat, great condition, floral with beige background. $300; Hide-a-bed couch, green blue burgandy print, great condition $150; Pottery lamps (2) beige with new shades $50 for pair.

North Delta 604-591-9740

removal done RIGHT! • Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates

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. spraylakesawmills.com

604-787-5915/604-291-7778

www.treeworksonline.ca treeworkes@yahoo.ca

Gary Fisher Advance Mountain bike, suits person 5’2’’ - 5’9’’ Selling for $75

PETS

GIANT FCR 2 Sport Road Bike Size L - Suits 5’9 - 6’2’’ Hardly used. $500.

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North Delta 604-591-9740 Can email Pictures

PETS

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 CHIHUAHUAS, male pups, 20 weeks old, $550 obo. Call 604-7947347

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 spraylakesawmills.com

STEEL BUILDING...”THE BIG YEAR END CLEAR OUT!” 20X22 $4,259. 25X24 $4,684. 30X34 $6,895. 35X36 $9,190. 40X48 $12,526. 47X70 $17,200. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca spraylakesawmills.com

FEMALE PEKINGESE top of the line pup, reg’d. Email for more info.

Video avail. $995. 604-353-8750. charlesfoyers@gmail.com FEMALE YORKIE micro-chipped, reg’d, cert of pedigree. Video avail health records. $995. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com MALE COCKER - Micro-chipped Reg’d, cert of pedigree, video avail. health records. $995. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com MALE POMERANIAN registered, micro-chipped, all health records, video avail. $995. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com

REAL ESTATE 625

FOR SALE BY OWNER

FOR SALE BY OWNER 50 + Building Windsor Village - South Surrey 16th & 140th St. Great location. 2 bdrms, 2 baths, ground floor. All appl. Nice patio, good cond. $245,000: (604)272-8004

MALE WESTIE. Top of the line pup.

Registered, email for more info.

Video avail. $995. 604-353-8750 charlesfoyers@gmail.com MINI DACHSHUND PUPPIES, born Dec 11th. M&F. unique smooth coat silver dapple and black & tan piebald. Raised by 12 yr old girl in 4H dog obediance. Well socialized. 1st shots & dewormed. $800/ea (will go toward education fund) Call: 604820-4827 (Mission).

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

LANGLEY, 4 bdrm apt, $1130/mo, quiet family complex, no pets, call 604-539-0217 LANGLEY:

715

DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

757

Michael - 604-533-7578 Betsy - 604-533-6945 ..

20727 Fraser Highway

LANGLEY 19740-88 Ave. 3 bdrm, 2 bths. On acre. $1200/mo. incl garage, Avail now. 604-725-4443 S.LANGLEY. Duplex style, 1500 s/f 2 bdrm on 4.5 manicured acres.

Quiet people. Ref’s a must, avail Feb 1, ns/np. $1250. 604-657-0229.

1 & 2 Bedrooms avail incl heat/hot water/cable

SOUTH SURREY

Criminal record check may be req’d.

Sold Your House?

Downsizing?

Renovating?

Just bring Your Clothes.

Ph: 604-533-4061 LANGLEY DOWNTOWN - FM56

Spacious 2 bdrm, 2 Level apartment $990/mo. 1.5 baths, 5 appli’s, in-ste laundry, balcony, secure parking. N/P, N/S. Utils extra. Walking dist. to Safeway.

Avail now. Call for appt to view:

Call 604-530-5646 or 604-230-3903 LANGLEY: *GREENWOOD MANOR* 20630 Eastleigh Cres Reno’d Bachelor & 2 Bdrms.

From $650 - $850.

Spacious Hdwd floors.

By transit, Kwantlen College.

Small dogs OK. 778-387-1424, 604-540-2028 LANGLEY

The Village at Thunderbird Centre Deluxe 2 & 3 bedroom suites available. Large balconies, fireplace, in-suite laundry.

No Pets. Live, shop, work & play all in one location. Next to Colossus Theater (200/ #1 Hwy).

Call 604-881-7111 www.bentallkennedyresidential.com www.ThunderbirdVillage.ca

Bentall Kennedy (Canada) LP Linwood Place Apts: 604-530-6555 Maple Manor Apts: 604-534-0108 1 & 2 bdrm apts, $650-$900/mo.

Ask about our Move-In BONUS.

WANTED TO RENT

**NEEDED ASAP** Responsible n/s n/d 73 Year old male pensioner requires living accommodation with pkng. With or without furniture.

Please call 604-377-3435

TRANSPORTATION 809

AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS

Mid 80’s CORVETTE console, heater core w/fan, drive shaft, rear exhaust, AC evaperator & lines, hood latches & many small interior pieces, glove box, washer fluid reservoir. $5. & up or $300 for everything. (604)869-1422

810

1982 FORD T-BIRD 69,000/kms AirCared. Collector Plate eligible. $1900/obo. Jim 604-539-1428

912

BOATS

ALUMINUM BOAT WANTED, 10’, 12’ or 14’, with or without motor or trailer, will pay cash, 778-868-9342

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1990 VW Jetta. VR6. 4 door auto, A/C, sunroof. 148,000 miles. Clean car. $3500 obo 604-250-7336

WAREHOUSEMAN’S LIEN ACT Whereas;

Alan Edwin Searcy is indebted to Elite Bailiff Services Ltd. for storage on a 2011 Chevrolet Camaro with VIN: 2G1FB1ED7B9130851

AUTO FINANCING

A lien is claimed under the Act. There is presently an amount due and owing of $1,313.62 plus any additional costs of storage, seizure and sale. Notice is hereby given that on the 25th day of February, 2014 or thereafter, the said vehicle will be sold. The Vehicle is currently stored at Elite Bailiff Services, 20473 Logan Ave, Langley, BC V3A 4L8. The Vehicle was placed in storage on January 13th, 2014.

2008 Hyundai Tiburon 4/cyl, 5spd Air, s/roof, 87K. Real sports car.

Driving lessons.

Ext. warr. $10900 obo Trade 778-866-8218

For more info. call Elite Bailiff

2012 FORD ESCAPE XLT 2wd auto 4/cyl, blue, leather, 48K, $12,000/firm. Call (604)538-4883

Services at 604-539-9900 WWW.REPOBC.COM

W edding Solutions Fraser Valley

Rainbow & Majorca

Apartments

CARS - DOMESTIC

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

FREE: heat, h/w, cable TV, laundry & parking. No Pets BACHELOR, 1 & 2 BDRMS. SENIORS, ADULT ORIENTED

CHESTNUT PLACE

818

HOMES FOR RENT

LANGLEY CITY APARTMENTS ON 201A

thunderbirdvillage@bentallkennedy.com

LANGLEY SxS Duplex plus 1/2 acre lot, reno’d, Rent $2300/mo.

Asking $499K. 604-807-6565.

TIME FOR A NEW CAR? See bcclassified.com’s Automotive Section in 800’s

5 YR old Modular Home in 55 plus Park, N. Langley, all appliances, 800 sq. ft. $900/mth. Call Barry 778-881-4768

LANGLEY CITY 1-bdrm apt. Clean, crime free bldg. Incl. heat, n/p, refs. req’d. $710. 604-530-6384.

LANGLEY CITY

2004 F250 - 4x4, KING CAB, shortbox, auto, black, 180kms. $8000/firm. (604)538-9257

WHALLEY. 2 Bed 1/2 duplex. 1 level. Fr, Stove. W/D incl. Close to amenities. Avail Feb.15. $900 plus utilities. 604-512-9036.

604-530-2313, 604-540-2028

CALL FOR AVAILABILITY

TOWNHOUSES

CLOVERDALE / LANGLEY. Clean, quiet, private, newly reno’d 2 bdrm.

1180 sq.ft., W/D, 2 prkg, N/S, N/P, $1200/mo. Mar 1st. 778-574-5536

LANGLEY CITY , priv ent, reno’d 1 bdrm, bright, 800 sf, Carport, storage. Now. $800. (604)807-5848

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TRUCKS & VANS

ARBORETUM CO-OP

LANGLEY, central. Clean 3 bdrm.

Recent upgrades. Family friendly.

Large fenced yard. Close to shopping, schools & park. Avail now.

N/P. $950 + util. 604-791-0211

Villa Fontana & Stardust

560

TREE & STUMP

Difficulty Making Payments?

No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing?

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

Renovated Bachelor & 1 Bdrms.

Bright & large. Hardwood floors.

By transit & shops. Includes heat & hot water. Small Dog OK. $645_$750/mo. Refs required.

548

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• DIFFICULTY SELLING? •

S. SURREY WAREHOUSE approx 1000 sq.ft., concrete flr, 16” roll up door, gated, suitable for storage, $700/mo, avail now. 604-835-6000

CARROL COURT 5630 201 A St.

SUNDECKS

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

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

BROOKSWOOD COMMERCIAL LEASE spaces available at 208th Street and 40th Ave. Sizes 7002100 s.f. $1500 - $4500. Call Frank @ Noort Investments 604-835-6300 or Nick @ 604-526-3604.

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15350 105 Ave. Spacious 4 bdrm T/H. $1204/mo.

Shrd purchase req’d. D/W, F/P, W/D hkup. Walking dist to Guildford Mall, library & rec ctr.

Easy access to bridge. No Pets.

Ph btwn 10am-9pm (604)582-9520

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $89,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $67,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

ESTATE SALES

ESTATE SALE; Antiques, vintage rugs, Royal Daltons & much more incl antique dining table w/6 chairs & hutch. Serious buyers only.

(604)539-2344

545

Phone 604-530-1912

WALNUT GROVE. Bright & beautiful 1 bdrm ste. Fresh kitchen, gleeming lam. flooring. Spac. bdrm liv/drm. combo. Lots of windows.

Own lndry. Nr. everything. Avail asap. $800 + utils. 778-241-0665.

752

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402

We Buy Homes BC • All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com (604) 657-9422

Short Term or Long term

Fully Furnished & Equipped Like New Townhouse. Only 3 years old. Immaculate Deluxe, 2 bdrm. + Rec. Room/Office + 2 Full Bath T/House. Flr. to ceiling storage + storage rm. in garage.

6 s/s appli. d/w, w/d, Garburator.

Crown Mouldings, 9ft. ceilings, H/W laminate flooring and slate tile. Gas F/P & Alarm. 1 car garage parking. Covered patio lower & outdoor patio upper.

Amenities room incls. full gym, outdoor hot tub & pool. Walk to Morgan Heights shopping.

NO Smoking inside & NO Pets! $2299/month. Available March 1.

604.488.9161 WALNUT GROVE: 3bdrm, g/lvl, lwr half of house-nice area, lrg yard, cls to schools & transit. 5 appl. $1250 inc gas & hydro. 604-807-5848

750

SUITES, LOWER

LANGLEY Murrayville. Brand new Legal 2 bdrm gr/lvl suite, full bath, own laundry. Ns/Np. Avail immed. $950/mo incl utils. 604-530-7062.

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TW0 BRIDAL FAIRS IN 2014 February 16th Ledgeview Golf Club Abbotsford October 5th White Album Wedding Chapel Chilliwack For more information contact Ken Pugh

604-858-0544 kpugh@shaw.ca www.valleyweddingsolutions.com

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• 176 hp 2.5 Litre engine • 6 speed automatic transmission • 44 mpg highway, 32 mpg city

Lease and finance offers apply to new 2014 models sold before January 31, 2014. Credit available to qualified buyers. Factory order may be required. Corolla lease is a 60-month lease of a model BURCEMA AA with $0 down payment and $0 security deposit.

120 semi-monthly payments of $89 are required. Total lease obligation is $10680. Lease end value is $7517. Lease rate is 2.9%. Rav4 lease is a 60-month lease of a model ZFREVT AL with $1000 down payment and $0 security deposit. 120 semi-monthly payments of $149 are required. Total lease obligation is $18880. Lease end value is $10980. Lease rate is 4.9%. Tundra lease is a 60-month lease of a model UYSFIT AA with $1000 down payment and $0 security deposit. 120 semi-monthly payments of $199 are required. Total lease obligation is $24880. Lease end value is $15026. Lease rate is 2.9%. All leases have mileage allowances of 20000 km/year. Licence, insurance and taxes are not included. Retail financing cost of borrowing is dependent on amount financed.

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