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‘H2 Whoa!’ Sprinkles Water Message at Aldergrove School

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Students at Aldergrove’s Shortreed Elementary school were enthralled by the antics and message of Sara Holt and Ian Gschwind of Dreamrider Theatre last week in the school gym. The two actors brought a presentation called “H2 Whoa!” about the value of water and conservation, and the natural cycle in creating fresh drinking water supplies. “Training Planet Protector Superheroes” since 1997 through live entertainment and the digital classroom, Dreamrider inspires kids to drive behaviour change in their families and communities. For more on the team see their website: http://dreamriderproductions.com/

Township puts Aldergrove land sale on hold By DAN FERGUSON Aldergrove Star

The controversial sale of some Township-owned land in Aldergrove is on hold while municipal staff investigate complaints about multiple errors in a report that found no trees worth preserving on the site near 28 Avenue and 276 street. Opponents of the proposed sale appeared before the first meeting of the newly elected council on Monday afternoon (Dec. 1) to argue the decision by council to approve the sale was based on an error-riddled assessment that confused the types of trees. The speakers included

arborist Celeste Paley, who said among other things, the report confused cedar trees with maple trees and alders. She said the “discrepancies” and “misidentifications” were “worrisome.” David Jordan, an assistant professor of geography at Trinity Western University, said the technical report on the property contained “significant and serious flaws” which means council “made a decision based on flawed evidence.” The campaign against the sale was launched by Watchers Of Langley Forests (WOLF), which wants the site preserved as an urban forest. “Why would you make an

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there will be no tax increase and there will be no debt [to fund the new pool and rec centre],” Fox said. “So what’s left? Sale of assets.” Councillor Petrina Arnason said it should not be an “either-or” proposition that requires a choice between trees and a rec centre. Councillor Kim Richter said the money from the land sales hasn’t so far been specifically reserved for the rec centre, but goes into a general property fund. “We’ve got to stop holding forests hostage to the Aldergrove pool,” Richter said. The property was the former site of the Aldergrove

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‘Restructured’ Ishtar houses remain in operation By BRENDA ANDERSON Aldergrove Star

Ishtar Transition Housing Society will continue to provide service to women and children fleeing domestic violence through its safe houses in both Aldergrove and Langley City. The news comes after former management and ITHS board members announced last week that changes to Ishtar’s service delivery meant that it would no longer operate Langley’s two transition houses. A release sent to the media last week also stated that layoff notices had been issued for Ishtar’s 33 full-time, part-time and casual employees. The decision to restructure — which has since been overturned — was made during a meeting held on Nov. 24.

Three board members were absent from that meeting, including newly-appointed board chair John Rogers. Following an emergency meeting, held on Sunday (Nov. 30), the ITHS board of directors accepted the resignations of seven former board members, including its former president, and appointed two new members. The new board of directors also accepted a blanket resignation from the Valley Group, which had been hired to run the society, as well as from the two acting executive directors contracted by the Valley Group to manage its operations. In addition, the board informed the BCGEU that no layoffs would be forthcoming. “It’s Christmas time and we have funding,” said Rogers,

adding there is no reason for anyone to lose their jobs. There is currently no executive director in place at Ishtar. Instead, operations have been taken over by four members of the board, said Rogers, who has been a director with ITHS since September. “We’re currently just trying to sort through everything,” said Rogers. He said the current board has the support of the employees’ union as well as B.C. Housing, which provides $32 million in funding annually for transition houses and related services across B.C. “The board is acting sideby-side with every single stakeholder.” The society’s restructuring came after former executive director, Pat Romanin, sent out a press release last week

announcing the changes to Ishtar’s services and, in a later interview, explained that the decision was made because the demand for shelter beds had decreased to the point where the beds were instead being filled by women with drug addiction and mental health issues, creating a dangerous situation for residents and staff. In fact, domestic violence is not on the decline in B.C. — quite the opposite — according to a joint statement released by Ishtar and the B.C. Society of Transition Houses on Monday. The BCSTH release states that there have been 12 deaths in 2014 of women connected to violent relationships, and the figure is double the number of deaths related to domestic violence in B.C. in 2013.

“More needs to be done to address and prevent what is happening in British Columbian families that is leading to the death of our women and children,” the statement reads. “The Transition Houses operated by Ishtar are part of the continuum of safety and support for women and children in Langley and Aldergrove; these houses are operating at over 90 per cent occupancy.” On any given day across Canada, said Rogers, as many as 5,000 women and children who are escaping domestic violence seek shelter in a transition house. “The opinions shared by the previous management don’t speak to the facts.” Asked why someone whose remarks don’t represent

the facts provided by the B.C. Society of Transition Houses would be placed in charge of Ishtar, Rogers replied: “Obviously, the board that’s in charge now wasn’t a part of that hiring process,” said Rogers. “The ones that were are no longer with us. You can draw your own conclusions from that.” At the same time, said Rogers, when people work together for a period of time they tend to trust the opinions people offer and that they did the research. As new board members coming in, Rogers and some others didn’t have that relationship with management, he said. “We believe when you quote information, you should be able to back it up with facts.”

Burned body discovered in countryside is Edmonton man By DAN FERGUSON Aldergrove Star

The badly burned body discovered at the side of the road, south of Highway One, in the 24700 block of 64 Avenue on Tuesday morning is that of Edmonton resident David Thanh Lam. The 34-year-old murder victim was known to police and has a criminal record dating back to 1998, confirm the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT). His family have been notified. “The cause of death will remain holdback evidence and while the motive has not been confirmed, investigators believe it to be linked to criminal activity,” said IHIT Sgt. Jennifer Pound.

“Evidence in the early stages suggested that the individual was a victim of homicide,” said Pound earlier. A passerby found the human remains and called Langley RCMP around 10:30 a.m. An autopsy was performed Thursday. Several police vehicles and what appeared to be forensic officers could be seen behind police tape at the bottom of a small dip in the road where it connected to 248 Street, just before the Highway 1 overpass. Anyone with information is asked to contact the IHIT tipline at 1-877-551-4448, or, if you wish to remain anonymous call Crimestoppers at 1-800-2228477.

Police were called after a passerby discovered a badly burnt body in the rural area of 248 Street near Highway 1 on Tuesday, Nov. 25. DAN FERGUSON PHOTO

Assault suspect sought Robert Brooks Aldergrove Star

Langley RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance to identify a male suspect who assaulted another male in the parking lot of the Alder Inn earlier this year on July 20. Shortly after midnight that morning, police were called to attend after a male walking in the lot was attacked from behind with a punch to the head. The victim lost consciousness and fell face first into the street. The suspect proceeded to kick the victim in the head before walking away. The victim was transported to hospital for treatment and was found to have a brain injury. Investigators have since obtained still photographs from nearby surveillance cameras and are asking the public to study the images.

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make contact with family. Brooks is a long-time resident of Langley RCMP is seeking the assis- Aldergrove and is well-known in the tance of the public to locate a missing community. He is the son of the late Aldergrove man. Langley Township councillor Robert Harvey Brooks Art Brooks. appears to not have Brooks is 74 years old, returned to his apartment 5’9” tall and weighs 165 lbs. in Aldergrove since Nov. Please refer to the photo29, possibly longer. Police graph but note that Brooks attended the residence at the no longer wears glasses even request of family who hadn’t though he is pictured here heard from him for some with them on. time. If you have information It is possible he may be that might assist police to in the Vancouver area visitlocate Robert Brooks, please ing friends, however, it is out call Langley RCMP at 604Robert Brooks of character for him to not 532-3200. Aldergrove Star

Surveillance camera images of suspect in parking lot assault case If you have any information that might assist police with this investigation, please call Langley RCMP at 604-532-3200.

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Andrew Olmr feeds his year old daughter Isabella at home, where she wears a ventilation tube all day long to help her breathe. Isabella requires round the clock care in her home to ensure she is breathing and not suffering any complications.

Round the clock care for child changes father’s life By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star

An Aldergrove father is struggling physically and financially in dealing with his young daughter’s serious health issue. It’s a round the clock responsibility as Isabella Olmr, now one year and three months old, has a rare condition that simply causes her to stop breathing. It started a mere five hours after her birth, when doctors observed “episodes of apnea with severe oxygen desaturation and apparent seizure activity.” Doctors call it hypoventilation syndrome as she shows no respiratory drive but they have not been able to determine the cause. As a result Isabella has spent the entire first year of her life in BC Children’s Hospital, where she had a tracheostomy placed in her neck just over a year ago to assist her with her breathing. A ventilation system is connected, and sensors — a SAT monitor — set off alarms when there is a problem with her heart rate or oxygen levels. G-tube feeding was also used until Isabella started taking food from a spoon as approved by doctors at Children’s Hospital. Her father, Andrew, has undertaken the responsibility of being her sole caretaker after separating from Isabella’s mother in January. He also cares for their eight year old daughter, Rachel, in the home he’s owned in Aldergrove for the past nine years. “Her mom wanted (Isabella) to go to a foster home but I refused,” says Andrew. “I took the training; I took a crash course for three months at Children’s Hospital. There’s a lot to know.”

Andrew, 49, renovated his house she doesn’t inhale it in her lungs; as well as fought a custody battle she’s got that figured out,” says over the children for most of the Andrew. first half of this past year, while “The long-term hope is that he prepared to provide care for maybe in five years she can be off Isabella in his home. the ventilator during the day when He also quit his job as a heavy she’s awake. But they don’t know equipment operator, after 25 years that for sure, they can only guess.” of working in the business, and is Andrew is coping with the getting by for now on employment stresses for now but doesn’t know insurance. what will happen when the money “I’ve not been able to work since runs out or if the in-home support February. There’s no way to go to comes to an end. His employment work every day if she’s insurance ran out last in my care.” week and he’s waitThe province ing to hear if he’ll funds up to two eightqualify for parental EI. hour shifts of nursing Welfare is not a viable care daily in his home option and he’s not for the time being, able to return to work but the uncertainties just yet either. and financial stress are He’s been reachtaking their toll. ing out to agencies He also has to take such as Abby Dads Isabella to Children’s and Encompass, and Hospital for regular the provincial chilmedical checks. dren’s ministry is also Isabella Every time Isabella hoping that charitable leaves home for appointments organizations will come to the famAndrew must also have a nurse ily’s assistance with food hampers, accompany them in case there is an clothing and the like to keep the emergency. family going. Isabella came home on her Reaching out for help is awkfirst birthday in mid-August, two ward for Andrew, who is used to days after her first birthday, and being a private person, but he has has endured a few challenges — a come to accept that he needs it. couple of seizures, and she had to “It’s like working 10 jobs. go back to Children’s Hospital for Sometimes I’m up for 40 hours at a a week in October when she came time, if a nurse calls in sick or whatdown with a bug, likely a flu or ever and they can’t get someone cold. else in. “The seizures happen when her “My life has taken a 180 turn, it’s blood sugar is down, so I feed her forced me to change who I am as a apple juice for that. But her brain person.” sometimes doesn’t send the signal Andrew does not want the pubto breathe, so she’s on a ventilator lic to call him at his home, but if except for about four hours a day. anyone wishes to help out calls “She’s strong in some ways should be made to Isabel at the though. When I feed her baby food Encompass agency: 604-866-6896.

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Accused in Aldergrove ‘boxed drug lab’ smuggling case granted bail By DAN FERGUSON Aldergrove Star

An American judge has released two Chilliwack residents who were arrested at the Aldergrove border crossing on Sunday, Nov. 23 for allegedly trying to smuggle a “boxed drug lab” of methamphetamine chemicals into the U.S. Calum James Buchanan, 40, and Lola Crystal McKay, 24, were ordered freed by a Whatcom County Superior Court judge in Bellingham on Monday, Nov. 24, who set bail at $50,000 for Buchanan while releasing McKay on her own recognizance. The pair were arrested after U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers discovered the chemicals in a 1994 Pontiac Grand Am. The car arrived at the border

around 7 p.m. with “two plastic wrapped large plastic storage containers” in the back seat as well as “two gas cans with duct taping, metal strainers bearing white residue and a white chemical bottle” according to an affidavit filed by a Whatcom County deputy prosecuting attorney. “Inside the trunk of the vehicle were another plastic wrapped storage container made of plastic with what appeared to be a five gallon bucket.” A U.S. customs officer became nauseated and vomited after breathing fumes from the materials. The crossing was shut down in both directions and the officer was rushed to Saint Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham. A Haz-Mat (hazardous materi-

als) team was called in to remove what appeared to be chemicals and equipment used to manufacture methamphetamine. The officer was “successfully treated,” the Blaine U.S. Customs and Border Protection office said. The border was re-opened after about an hour. According to the affidavit, Buchanan told investigators he was going to be paid $500 “to deliver this lab to a third party in Canada” while McKay “denied any knowledge that there was a boxed drug lab in the vehicle.” Buchanan and McKay are scheduled to return to court in Bellingham on Dec. 5. If convicted, they face a prison sentence of up to 10 years and a fine of up to $25,000 U.S.

Public helps with donations to Christmas in Williams Park Aldergrove Star

The popular annual Christmas in Williams Park celebration, which includes horse-drawn carriage rides, has been cancelled after $10,000 worth of lights were stolen in October. The theft was the second in two years for the volunteerrun event.

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VICTORIA – It has been 15 years since I wrote a commentary objecting to the B.C. government pushing aside its own hard-won treaty process to reach an unprecedented land-and-cash settlement with the Nisga’a Nation for their ancient Nass River territory. My objection, and that of many others, was the imposition of a parallel state with collectively owned land enshrined for all time. This was an ailing NDP government rushing to enable a property ownership system that has demonstrated little but failure and suffering around the world. The Nisga’a are proving me wrong, and this was again demonstrated at a littlenoticed ceremony at the B.C. legislature last week. The B.C. government had just passed amendments to allow a gas pipeline through Nisga’a Memorial Lava Bed Park, the first co-managed provincial park in B.C. history. Another bill enabled the Nisga’a Lisims government to impose industrial property tax on liquefied natural gas production. Legal documents were signed so the Nisga’a legislature can do the same this week. In recent years, the Nisga’a disposed of concern about collective land restrictions by adopting a private property system. And Supreme Court of Canada decisions have repeatedly answered protests about the establishment of a parallel state – that’s what it is, so get used to it. The Nisga’a have moved to assemble four fee-simple tidewater sites for LNG ter-

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minals, joining the Haisla Nation at Kitimat in reaching aggressively for a modern economy through gas export. The Nisga’a have partnered with TransCanada Corp. on a 900-km pipeline to supply the $11-billion LNG project led by Petronas for the Prince Rupert port. And they don’t intend to stop there. “We want to be part of the Canadian business establishment,” said former Nisga’a Nation president Joe Gosnell.

Joe Gosnell: “We want to be part of the Canadian business establishment.” The signing ceremony was briefly disrupted by one of a small group of Vancouverbased Nisga’a who have been using modern protest tactics against this decision. We weren’t consulted, it’s a desecration of victims of a volcanic eruption, it’s a threat to eelgrass beds, and so forth, say well-rehearsed young men with video cameras running. Nisga’a President Mitchell Stevens has patiently and repeatedly explained that Nisga’a legislature rules were relaxed to allow every hereditary chief to speak to elected leaders on this pivotal move.

After that it received the required two-thirds majority support. Gosnell, the revered chief negotiator who carried the treaty over the goal line in 2000, moved slowly with the help of an ornately carved cane to speak at a reception. He seemed genuinely surprised that he has lived long enough to see the fruits of generations of labour. Gosnell recounted the 1887 paddling trip down the B.C. coast from the Nass Valley to Victoria to present the Nisga’a territorial claim, where the tribal leaders were turned away on the steps of the legislature by Premier William Smithe. It would take until 1910 for Prime Minister Wilfrid Laurier to promise a settlement, and until 1949 for Nisga’a Chief Frank Calder to be elected to the B.C. legislature. In 2000, when the treaty received royal assent in Ottawa, Gosnell took part in a ceremonial burning of the Indian Act and got to work on implementing self-government. And on Nov. 27, 2014, B.C. Liberal, NDP and independent MLAs voted unanimously to open the way to an industrial future for the Nisga’a. “That’s what being alive means to me today,” Gosnell said. “You’ve got to have big dreams. Maybe all those dreams won’t come true, but at least you have the ability to dream big. And boy, are we ever dreaming big.” Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

Editor: As minister responsible for housing in B.C., I want to assure British Columbians that our government remains committed to providing women in our communities with housing and supports services necessary to keep them safe from domestic violence. To do this, we fund a variety of resources and services that assist women and children, including approximately $32 million each year to support more than 850 spaces in transition and safe houses, as well as second stage housing. Last year, we allocated $12.4 million to more than 160 victim service programs and another $16.5 million to help about 240 women leave violent situations and get counselling and support services. Thanks to our collective efforts, we assisted more than 18,000 people fleeing domestic violence last year by providing them with emergency housing and the support services they need. To further this work, our government established the Provincial Office of Domestic Violence in 2012. The office co-ordinates and strengthens services for children and families affected by domestic violence. Provincial funding remains in place to support the 12-unit Ishtar Transition House in Langley and the 24-unit Libra Transition House in Aldergrove. The province owns these houses, and will ensure these critical services remain available in the Fraser Valley. Every day in B.C., volunteers and staff with our non-profit service providers help to keep our citizens safe, often in very difficult circumstances. I want to take this opportunity to thank them for their hard work, and let British Columbians know we are doing our part to make a difference. Rich Coleman, MLA, Deputy Premier and Minister Responsible for Housing

A shiny one-trick pony Editor: Where do the federal Liberals come up with these egocentric novelties? They aren’t making the same mistake they made with Stephane Dion or Michael Ignatieff, no way, this time they have a pretty boy, shiny pony Justin Trudeau. Just what we need, a federal carbon-tax and government revenue marijuana for our youth. This is the policy direction Trudeau is campaigning to take Canada if his P.M. dreams come true. You can’t make this stuff up. He says he admires China more than other countries “because of their basic dictatorship”. Australia just got rid of their less than three year old hated carbon-tax by a new ‘Tony Abbott’ government which was elected on that promise. The regressive carbon-tax was devastating to their economy, did nothing for global warming and its demise is estimated to save households $550 per year. Remember Stephane Dion’s 2008 ‘Green Shift’? Trudeau is resurrecting it in his own image this time called “carbon pricing”. It tells us everything that Trudeau selects a radical environmental extremist in Gerald Butts as his principal advisor. Butts is an ex-CEO of World Wildlife Fund Canada which is anti-progress of anything developed by man except their bankrupt ideas of ‘green’. Butts hates oil and gas, his stated goal is to rid man’s use of oil and get rid of the fossil fuel economy. Butts was Principal Secretary to Ontario Premier (2003-2013) Dalton McGuinty. During this reign, Ontario, once the economic engine of Canada, has become a basket case ‘have-not’ province, now on life support. As a direct result of Ontario’s ‘green shift’ power trip policies with feed-in tariffs, tens of thousands of subsidized wind turbines and solar panels they now have the highest energy prices in North America. So how can you prevent factories from leaving let alone attract new businesses to dig yourself out of the financial sink hole without subsidizing even more? That’s where we taxpayers from the rest of Canada, (like B.C., Alta., Sask., NL) get sucked in and stuck with the excesses due to equalization payments from the ‘have’ to the ‘have-not’ provinces. Roland Seguin, Langley

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Food bank stocks reach a 15-year low By VIKKI HOPES Aldergrove Star

In the 15 years that Dave Murray has served as co-ordinator of the Abbotsford Food Bank, he has never seen things look so dismal. Last Friday, Murray headed out to order $15,000 worth of beans, soup, Kraft Dinner and peanut butter because the food bank was out of all those items. “This is stuff we never run out of,” he said. Murray said the agency is also in very low supply or out of other staples such as pasta and rice. The Friday order was expected to arrive Tuesday, but may only last one week. With the holiday season approaching, Murray is concerned about having enough food to go around.

“We’ve never, ever been in this situation – not like this...” he said. The food bank currently serves about 3,000 people each month. It operates as the Abbotsford Christmas Bureau at this time of year, providing gifts and food hampers for families in need. At the food bank’s Progressive Way warehouse, most shelves are either bare or piled high with empty boxes – nearly 2,000 of them – awaiting food that has not yet arrived. “I’ve seen it low in the summer, but not ever like this,” said the food bank’s Lynden Pennell as he surveyed the scene. Abbotsford’s Food Bank isn’t the only one feeling the pinch this year. “I was in contact with

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Abbotsford Food Bank warehouse co-ordinator Lynden Pennell has worked at the food bank for 15 years, but has never seen the shelves as empty as they are now. a couple of other food banks, and they’re saying the same thing,” said Huw Franklin, the food bank’s manager of food distribution. Murray said although community support continues to be as strong as ever, the higher cost of

living has meant that people are able to give less with their money than in the past. For example, he said an annual food drive held in September by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints last year collected about 15 pallets

of food. This year, they donated 10 pallets, despite having expanded their collection to more homes. With each pallet holding 24 boxes of food, that meant 120 fewer boxes this year. Murray said those five fewer pallets would have translated into 10,000 fewer cans of soup. The economic situation also means that clients are not able to stretch their money as far, creating an even greater need for the food bank than ever before. Murray said food items currently needed are: pasta, pasta sauce, vegetables, canned meat, rice, canned fruit, beans, chunky soup, small canned soup, Kraft Dinner and peanut butter. Cash donations are also being accepted for

the Christmas Bureau, with this year’s fundraising goal set at $850,000 – the cost of keeping the food bank going year round. The public is also welcome to donate new unwrapped toys and gifts, particularly for teens. The Christmas Bureau is also in need of individuals, businesses and community groups to sponsor families, providing them with gifts and food for the holiday season. Families in need of support are encouraged to register as soon as pos-

sible. For more information, call 604-859-5749 or visit abbotsfordfoodbank.com. The Abbotsford Christmas Bureau, which operates as the Abbotsford Food Bank for most of the year, provides gifts and food hampers for those in need over the holiday season. This year, the bureau expects to help more than 1,200 children. For more information, visit abbotsfordfoodbank.com. -with files by Tyler Olsen

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People enjoy posting pics of their food on social media. What if a community campaign to fight hunger made it even more meaningful? UFV Global Development students Cydney Myers, Kara Hanson and Carolina Silva launched a charity challenge around this very question to encourage food bank donations. The challenge went live Nov. 17 with the hashtag #sharemynextmeal, said Myers. The goal is to raise community involvement and hunger awareness in Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission and beyond. The students, who take a Global Development Studies class at the University of the Fraser Valley in Abbotsford, were assigned the task of designing a campaign with a more local focus. “Our Global Development Studies class focuses on development issues around the world but our professor, Cherie Enns, asked us to create a campaign that focuses on poverty within our own communities,” said Myers. Myers said they originally decided to work with the

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Carolina Silva, Cydney Myers and Kara Hanson have created a campaign to generate food bank donations as part of a global development class led by professor Cherie Enns. Abbotsford Food Bank, meeting Myers is from Chilliwack, with co-ordinator Dave Murray Hanson lives in Aldergrove and to discuss it, but as they put the Silva is from Mission. But already campaign together, they realized their challenge has reached social media would give the chal- across the country to Ontario lenge the ability to spread even and into the U.S. in Colorado further. and Texas. This is how it works: Once Abbotsford’s food bank is tagged and challenged, partici- currently in dire need of donapants post a photo of their next tions leading up into the busy meal, with the hashtag #share- holiday season, and many other mynextmeal on Twitter or communities are facing the same Facebook page. They mention issue. which community food bank The team saw an opportuthey plan to “share” their meal nity to harness the considerable with, by donating cash or non- power of social media to encourperishables and tagging three age people to help the commufriends they wish to challenge. nity that they live in. Hanson said they hope it Best of all, they could do it results in more donations to all without a budget. food banks, “because they are all “The idea was just to come struggling right now.” up with a campaign and because

we had no overhead costs we just ran with it,” said Hanson. “We take snapshots of our meals using our iPhones and post the photos on social media sites accessed by our brand-new computers, but not many of us take the time to consider that there are people going hungry right here in our own communities,” said Myers. It doesn’t matter if people take photographs of restaurant plates, or homemade meals, as long as they tag, share and donate. “It is really a social experiment. I don’t know where it will lead,” Myers said. Silva said they are starting to see people catch on and she has even challenged family in Portugal. Hanson added that social media can help spread the word more quickly and without borders. Myers said people who can’t donate themselves can still encourage others, adding that people don’t need to wait to be challenged to participate. “Be part of a social movement, be a part of a community and initiate a challenge yourself.” Information on the campaign can be found at facebook.com/ sharemynextmeal or on Twitter @sharemynextmeal.

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Official Opening of Yorkson Creek Middle School of the amazing opportunities available to them. Minister Fassbender was joined by Superintendent of Schools Suzanne Hoffman, RCMP Liaison Officer Fitzgerald, Principal Tim Everson, Katzie First Nation Chief Susan Miller, Board Vice-chair Rob McFarlane, YCMS PAC President Lorraine Baldwin, YCMS Teacher Brenda Barlow and some Yorkson students in cutting the ribbon, officially opening Yorkson Creek Middle School.

Principal Tim Everson welcomed Minister of Education Peter Fassbender to Yorkson Creek to officially open Langley’s newest school. Minister Fassbender asked the students how much they thought a new building such as Yorkson Creek may cost and was answered with estimates of ‘thousands’ to a ‘half a million’. Though the costs were much higher, Minister Fassbender went on to assure students that their education was worth that cost and encouraged them to take advantage

LFMSS Jr Boys BC Volleyball Champs The Langley Fundamental Middle/Secondary School Boys Volleyball team grabbed the BC Provincial title with their victory over Langley Christian Saturday, November 22nd. On the way to the Junior Boys Gold Medal game LFMSS beat Prince of Wales 2-0 (25-9, 25-11) in the first round, Jaffray 2-0 (25-4, 25-14) in the second round, MEI 2-0 (25-16, 25-15) in the third round and Langley Christian 3-1 (25-14, 25-23, 16-25, 25-19) in the finals. Congratulations!

Enthusiastic reception for district’s anti-harassment, anti-discrimination policy Aldergrove Star

Unanimous adoption of the new student anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policy was greeted with applause by people in the audience at final meeting of the current Langley Board of Education on Oct. 28. A lengthy consultation process was undertaken by district staff to update and edit the former policies that addressed discrimination and harassment in schools. The new policy carries specific language around the LGBTQ community in Langley schools, and the inclusive nature of the document is meant to protect all students. “These changes will better all students,” said Trustee Megan Dykeman. “I spoke to students about this and they tell it like it is. “This policy seemed consistent with students’ concerns,” said Trustee Rob McFarlane. “Students wanted LGBTQ embedded in the policy, not as a standalone

policy,” said Trustee Alison McVeigh. “All students and staff deserve a safe environment to work and learn in.” While the policy doesn’t outline what consequences students and staff will face if they do discriminate or harass, it sends a message that quick action will be taken. A former Walnut Grove Secondary student spoke out last month about the homophobic bullying he faced at school in the late 1990s both by students and some teachers. Erik Denison, who went on to become an award-winning journalist working for CBC and now is an entrepreneur living in Australia, said a recent visit to Langley showed him that education is still needed among students about homophobic slurs. Assistant superintendent Claire Guy, who worked on creating the policy over the past two years, said the key component moving forward is educating everyone about inclusiveness and acceptance, not tolerance in schools.

Two men stabbed at Whalley strip club Aldergrove Star

Two men are in hospital after being stabbed multiple times on the weekend at a Whalley strip club. At about 11:30 p.m. Sunday, police were called to Shakerz show lounge at 10458 137 St. They found two men, a 35-year-old from Langley and a 44-year-old from Abbotsford, who had been stabbed several times in the abdomen and chest.

They were taken to a nearby hospital where they are now in stable condition. Police say the pair are known to them and that they are not cooperating with the investigation. Police also say witnesses are being uncooperative. Anyone who knows anything about this crime is asked to call Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502, or to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-2228477 (TIPS).

WestJet adds daily flight to Edmonton Aldergrove Star

WestJet Encore will be adding a daily flight between Abbotsford and Edmonton beginning next June, according to the airline. One flight will leave Abbotsford International Airport (YXX) daily at 6:20 a.m., with another departing Edmonton each evening at 10 p.m. The airline cited YXX’s recent 50 per cent reduction of its airport improve-

ment fee and its elimination of aircraft parking, bridge and bag-handling fees in its announcement. “The leadership demonstrated by Abbotsford International Airport sets a standard we hope others will follow,” said WestJet president and chief executive officer Gregg Saretsky. “Airports like Abbotsford recognize they will grow if we grow, and its actions today demonstrate a willingness to walk the walk.”

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On Wednesday, less than a week after a thief stole her book, computer and other school supplies while Bailee Cuthbert was helping a teen suffering a seizure, her gear was replaced and upgraded by the Future Shop in Langley. (L to R) Future Shop general manager JD Gilliland, Cuthbert and Future Shop communications manager Elliott Chun. She also received over $600 in donations from a separate campaign to replace her gear. “It’s in our neighbourhood,” said ness the presentation. While that was going on, Dan Gilliland. Cuthbert expressed amazement Tanner was waiting to one side, at the replacement gear, saying it with a white envelope. Tanner, the events manager for was more than she expected and represents a substantial upgrade the Pint Pub in Vancouver, said he and some friend were watchfrom the stolen property. “This is way above and beyond ing rugby when the news about what I started with,” Cuthbert said. Cuthbert came on. “I saw the story on the telly,” “I’m not sure how much of this I Tanner said. “So we decided to do really deserve.” Her taekwondo instructor, something about it.” They raised $600, plus tickets Shane Rahn, interrupted. “You deserve all of it,” said to a Canucks game and a few other Rahn, who had dropped by to wit- goodies.

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Christmas is Coming to Aldergrove! Party, parade on Dec. 13 Aldergrove Star

Christmas Time’s a Comin’ to downtown Aldergrove on Saturday, Dec. 13. The children’s fun begins with the Aldergrove Elk’s 20th annual Christmas Children’s Celebration. Children will enjoy visiting with Queen Elsa and Madam Butterfly, posing for pictures with Santa Claus, as well as refreshments and a showing of the Disney movie “Frozen.” There is also a free draw for child’s bike. It all takes place from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 13 at the Aldergrove O.A P. Hall on the corner of 273 Street and 30 Avenue, just one block south of Fraser Highway. It will be followed by the 21st annual Christmas Light Up Parade, starting at 6 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 13. The Christmas Parade, sponsored by Aldergrove Agricultural Fair and Festival Association and the Township

of Langley, takes place along Fraser Highway, from 270 Street to 273 Street. Hot chocolate stations will be set up along the parade route and Aldergrove Girl Guides will also be collecting food donations for the Food Bank along the parade route, so be sure to bring nonperishable food items for the Food Bank. After the parade, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., come to the Extra Foods parking lot on 272 Street and see what’s happening on the Township of Langley’s Spirit Stage. Enjoy doughnuts, hot dogs, popcorn and hot chocolate while taking in the entertainment, featuring local dance and music performances plus a special local headliner, “Her Brothers” (see website: http://www.herbrothers.com for information on the group). For parade entry forms and more information on activities or volunteering go to www.AldergroveFestivalDays.com or contact Karen Long at 604-418-9507.

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Santa and Mrs. Claus will celebrate the season with Aldergrove at the annual Aldergrove Elks Children’s Christmas party at the OAP Hall on Saturday, Dec. 13, 3:30-5:30 p.m.with lots of free family fun as well as photos with the Jolly Old Fellow. Then at 6 p.m. that night Santa and Mrs. Claus will join the parade in downtown Aldergrove.

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Elsa, the Frozen Queen, will melt your child’s heart with her magical powers of play at this year’s Aldergrove Elks Children’s Christmas party. Being a Queen, she can crown little girls as the newest Princesses of Arendelle. And she can also help your little princess make snow. Elsa remembers how exciting it was the first time she made snow. And no Frozen party would be complete without playing Elsa’s favorite game: Freeze dance. The “As You Wish Princess Party” features Langley’s Alyssa Neilsen, who takes her vast experience in musical theatre, stage, film and television, and as a charting country music recording artist, straight to the hearts of youngsters.

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People of all ages are invited to have themselves a merry little Christmas with a number of fun and festive events offered by the Township of Langley. Families can get into the holiday spirit with the Langley Centennial Museum’s annual Pioneer Christmas. Located in Fort Langley at 9135 King Street, the museum will welcome guests on Saturday, Dec. 6 between 10 a.m. and noon, and again from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., for a chance to make traditional crafts, decorate gingerbread cookies, shop in the general store, and visit with St. Nick. Cost is $10 for a family of four and registration is required. A Holiday Family Fun Event that will give little ones a chance to enjoy stories, games, crafts and make a magical gingerbread house will be held in West Langley Hall on Sunday, Dec. 14, from 2 to 4 p.m. The event is open to children aged one to six and their parents and the cost is $2 per child. Registration is recommended. Guess who’s coming to town? An annual tradition continues at the Aldergrove Kinsmen Community Centre, when boys and girls of all ages are invited to enjoy Breakfast with Santa. The Jolly Old Elf will be on hand from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13. The event is free but registration is required. Those looking to make a splash this season can drop in to the free Swim and Gym, sponsored by Westminster

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Savings Credit Union. The event is open to all ages from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 21, at the W.C. Blair Recreation Centre. Play Leaders will also be in the pool to offer fun games and competitions throughout the holidays. Holiday Wonders events will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. during the public swim sessions at W.C. Blair and the Walnut Grove Community Centre on December 22, 23, 24, 26, 29, 30, and 31, and on January 2. Regular pool admission rates apply. Fun for young ones can also be found through a variety of Township of Langley day camps. From singing carols and making edible creations in Sweet Treats and

The 11th annual Magic of Christmas parade and Country Christmas is back in Langley City on Saturday, Dec. 6, with the parade at 6 p.m. This popular evening starts with Christmas crafts and entertainment from 4:30 to 6

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‘Bobs & Lolo’ in Christmas concert

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Bobs & Lolo’s Christmas concert, “Wave Your Antlers,” will take place on Saturday, Dec. 6, with two shows at Chief Sepass Theatre in Fort Langley. This fun family event presents headliners Bobs & Lolo with special guests, Rockin’ Robin & the Magical Tree. “Hosting special family concerts like this is a priority for the Chief Sepass Theatre and it is a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate the spirit of the season,” says theatre manager Kevin Statham. Bobs & LoLo are dedicated to connecting kids to nature with music, movement and make-believe. Sharing musical adventures that engage, inspire and educate, they teach their young audiences to care about themselves, their neighbours and the planet. This award-winning Canadian duo has been critically acclaimed for their music and programming from educators and parents alike. They have released a new Christmas CD called “Wave Your Antlers” on Nettwerk Records, and their “Sing, Dance and Play with Bobs & LoLo” is airing on the national Canadian preschool television network, Treehouse TV.

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Bobs and Lolo perform two shows Saturday, Dec. 6. Rockin’ Robin & the located at 9096 Trattle Street, Magical Tree is a brand new Fort Langley, and tickets are family show, which features $19 in advance, $25 at the music, puppets, dancing and door. Tickets are available fun. A colourful storybook on-line at Northern Tickets set and magical tree provide (www.northerntickets.com) the backdrop for an engaging, or charge by phone at 604interactive show for children 569-1144. They are also availof all ages. able at Wendel’s Café & Books Concerts take place in Fort Langley, Ciao Bambini Saturday, Dec. 6 at 1 and 4 in Aldergrove and Frog’s p.m. Chief Sepass Theatre is Hollow in Walnut Grove.

Be sure to Fraser Hwy from 270 St to 273rd St. bring non-perishable food for the Event times: 6:30 - 8:00pm, right after the food bank!

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Come out to the Extra Foods parking lot after the parade and see what’s happening on the TOL Spirit Stage. Enjoy doughnuts, hot dogs, popcorn and hot chocolate while taking in the entertainment. Local dance and music performances with a special local headliner - Her Brothers - http://www.herbrothers.com/

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Kodiaks take three wins in a row By KURT LANGMANN Aldergrove Star

The Aldergrove Kodiaks have won three games in a row and sit just four points out of top spot in the Harold Brittain conference. The junior B hockey club edged the Abbotsford Pilots 5-4 in overtime on Nov. 26, won 6-5 over the Ridge Meadows Flames on Nov. 28 and capped off the week with a 7-4 win over the Mission City Outlaws on Nov. 29. Aaron Markin and Jordan Funk scored two goals apiece against

Aldergrove Kodiaks Jordan Funk (#93) skates in front of the visiting Abbotsford Pilots keeper.

Mission on Saturday. Also scoring for the Kodiaks were Spencer McHaffie, Scott McHaffie and Brandon Dolby. Keeper Griffin Baillie stopped 33 of 37 shots on the Kodiaks net, while Outlaws keeper Jeffrey Veitch stopped 33 of 40. First and third stars were Funk and Markin that night. Markin also had the OT winner versus the Pilots, while Funk and Quinncy Leroux each scored twice. Kodiaks captain Aaron Markin scored the winning goal in the second overtime period Wednesday night, Nov. 26 at Aldergrove Arena. The Kodiaks were up 4-1 over the visiting Abbotsford Pilots at the end of the first period, however, the Pilots came back to score three unanswered goals in the second. The 4-4 score stood through all of the third period and the first overtime. First period scorers for the Kodiaks were Quinncy Leroux and Jordan Funk, with a pair each, followed by Markin’s OT goal. Assists came from Elvis Jansons (2), Funk, Evan Cusmano (2), Eric Callegari and Cameron Davitt (2). The Kodiaks outshot the Pilots 47-21 but were unable to score on three power plays while the Pilots scored on two of five. Kodiaks keeper Griffin Baillie stopped seven of 10 shots in 25:28 of play, and backup Ben Giesbrecht stopped 10 of 11 in the remainder of the game.

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Aldergrove Kodiaks Jordan Funk (#93) and Elvis Jansons (#7) scramble for the puck in front of the visiting Abbotsford Pilots net in a 5-4 overtime win over the Pilots at Aldergrove Arena, Nov. 26. Leroux and Funk were first and second stars of the game, respectively. Against the Flames, Brandon Dolby and Spencer McHaffie scored power-play goals in the final 4:19 for the one-goal victory. Both players scored twice in the win. Also scoring against the Flames were Eric Callegari and Elvis Jansons.

Keeper Ben Giesbrecht stopped 29 of 34 shots on the Kodiaks goal, and Flames keeper Tyler Read stopped 27 of 33. First and third stars of the night were Leroux and Dolby. The six points give the Kodiaks a record of 9-8-2-4 and their 24 points are just two back of the Langley Knights and four back of the Pilots

for first place in the PJHL’s Harold Brittain Conference. The Kodiaks also have a game in hand. The Kodiaks are back in action on Wednesday (Dec. 3) against the Port Moody Panthers at the Aldergrove Arena. The Kodiaks travel to Abbotsford on Dec. 5 and host the Knights on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 7:15 p.m.

Theodore selected for Canada’s World Junior camp Aldergrove Star

Aldergrove’s Shea Theodore has been named to Canada’s 2014 world junior championship selection camp roster, joining 28 others vying for a spot on a team that hasn’t won gold since 2009. Shea Theodore, 19, is a defenceman (6’ and 170 lbs.) currently playing with the Seattle Thunderbirds in the Western Hockey League (WHL). Theodore was selected by the Anaheim Ducks in the first round (26th overall) of the 2013 NHL Entry Draft. Theodore was rated as a top prospect in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft. During the 2012-13 season he played with Team Canada to win gold medals at both the 2012 Ivan Hlinka Memorial Tournament and the 2013 IIHF World U18 Championships. On Sept. 24, 2013, Theodore was

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signed to a three-year entry-level contract with the Anaheim Ducks. Abbotsford’s Jake Virtanen, who was selected by the Vancouver Canucks sixth overall in June’s NHL Entry Draft, would make his first World Juniors appearance if chosen. The Calgary Hitmen forward has seven goals and 19 points through 17 games in the WHL this season. Other B.C. born invitees include Vancouver’s Sam Reinhart (Kootenay Ice, Buffalo Sabres), Delta’s Nic Petan (Portland Winterhawks, Winnipeg Jets), and Kamloops’s Joe Hicketts (Victoria Royals, Detroit Red Wings). Kelowna Rockets players Rourke Chartier and Madison Bowey also made the selection camp. Connor McDavid, widely believed to be the No. 1 pick in next year’s NHL Draft, headlines Canada’s

up an other-worldly 51 points in 18 games with the OHL’s Erie Otters. Last year’s Calder Trophy winner Nathan MacKinnon is still ageeligible for the tournament, but is a full-time NHLer with the Colorado Avalanche and therefore was not named to the camp. Neither was Calgary first-rounder Sam Bennett, who is currently on long-term injury rehab. Current NHL rookies Jonathan Drouin, Bo Horvat, Curtis Lazar, and Anthony Duclair were also not named to the camp, but they can be added at a later date if the Lightning, Canucks, Senators, or Rangers (respectively) grant them time. The deadline for the NHL’s preChristmas roster freeze is Dec. 19. The World Junior tournament starts on Dec. 26 and the camp begins on Dec. 11 in Toronto.

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Pioneer Christmas Saturday, December 6 10:00am - 12:00pm / 1:30 - 3:30pm Bring your family and enjoy some Christmas fun. Join us for: • gingerbread cookie decorating • pioneer and traditional crafts • children’s colouring contest • reading of ’Twas the Night Before Christmas • pioneer toys • visit and photo with jolly old St. Nick • surprise gift for each child • the Gift Shop sale

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Aldergrove Kinsmen Community Centre Saturday, December 13 9:00 - 11:00am Bring your whole family for breakfast and a visit with good old St. Nick! Registration required, call 604.856.2899

453780 Catch the spirit of the season at this fun family holiday event. Join us for crafts, cookie decorating, story time, games, activities, and to help us decorate a magical gingerbread house! Registration recommended. Call 604.882.0408 for information.

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Canuck Place gets library thanks to major donor

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The library for the new Canuck Place Children’s Hospice in Abbotsford will include at least one copy of Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White, a book that happens to be a favourite of eight-year-old Heather Praill. Praill, from Coquitlam, was the second-youngest volunteer going through books at the Langley Chapters on Thursday morning to pick out publications for the library. The bookstore on the Langley By-Pass opened early for the shopping expedition, funded with a $150,000 donation by Envision Financial. The youngest volunteer at the event was six-year-old Ethan Chow from Abbotsford, who appeared to be a fan of the Lego Ninja book, while his older sister Emma, 10, was a fan of the Hunger Games series. The Envision Financial grant will help fund the construction of a family support library and nursing team lounge. Canuck Place Children’s Hospice provides pediatric palliative care to nearly 600 newborns, children and teens with life-threatening illnesses and support for their their families through outreach pro-

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Ethan Chow, 6, Emma Chow, 10 and Heather Praill, 8, check out some of the children’s books for a new library at Canuck Place Children’s Hospice in Abbotsford. The books were selected by a group of volunteers at Chapters in Langley on Thursday morning. The books were funded by Envision Financial, which donated $150,000 to support the expansion of Canuck Place from Vancouver to a second location in Abbotsford. grams and two hospice locations in Vancouver and Abbotsford. The services include clinical respite and family support, pain and symptom management, 24-hour phone consultation support and in-house clinical care, art and education, recreation therapy, grief and loss counselling and endof-life care. More information can be found

at www.canuckplace.org. Envision Financial is a division of First West Credit Union, B.C.’s third-largest credit union, with more than 177,000 members, 38 branches and 29 insurance offices throughout the province operating under the Envision Financial, Valley First and Enderby & District Financial brands. For information, visit www.envisionfinancial.ca.

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CALENDAR Aldergove Leaders Club Toastmasters Group - meets every Wednesday, 7-8:30 p.m. at Aldergroveâ€™s Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 26245 28th Ave Aldergrove (no church affiliation). If youâ€™re 18 years or older, and have always wanted to improve your self-confidence and public speaking skills, please join us for an evening of great laughs and ongoing enouragement. Info:

is the last date for exercises this year. Thursday mornings at 9:30 a.m., a qualified physical instructor gives exercises for seniors at the Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 273 Street. Cost is $6 a person per session. Carpet Bowling - at the Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 - 273 Street, on Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. Cost per person is $1.

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Ken McCoy performs at Jubileeeâ€™s New Yearâ€™s party. New Yearâ€™s Eve Party - at Jubilee Hall, 7989 Bradner Rd., West Abbotsford. Dance to live music provided by the Ken McCoy Band. Ken is one of the most versatile singers you will ever encounter. He plays a great mix of southern and classic rock and always has the dance floor hopping. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with a buffet style dinner served at 7:30 p.m. Your ticket also includes party favours and champagne at midnight. Great value and a guaranteed good time. Overnight parking allowed. Tickets $40, available at Wilway Lumber, 28728 Fraser Hwy, or online at www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/985609. Info: 604-8564375. Have a great night, please pre-arrange a safe ride home. Aldergrove Skating Club Craft Fair - Sunday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Aldergrove Arena Meeting Room, 2882 - 272 Street. Jewelry, medal hangers, t-shirts, hats, mascara, makeup, blankets, bookmarks, hair ties, shoe laces, beaded crafts, painted ornaments, keychains, button wreaths, beaded wreaths, skate ornaments, ballet ornaments, tupperware, scentsy, and other assorted crafts.

TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly â€“ a non profit weight loss support group, evening group meets Monday night in Aldergrove. Tuesday morning chapter meets at the Clubhouse, 27435 - 29A Street, Aldergrove, at 10 a.m. Info: Susan at 604-856-1138 or Lynda at 604-856-8014. Blood Donor Clinic - held to honour the late Langley City firefighter Ron Dunkley, on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Langley City Fire Hall. Heritage Holiday at the Fort Dec. 20 to Jan. 4 (Closed Dec. 25, 26 and Jan 1). Get away from the holiday bustle and make memories with your family and friends at the fort! Enjoy a traditional holiday atmosphere, crafts, and childrenâ€™s activities. At 2 p.m., join a costumed interpreter for chestnut roasting and stories around the cosy fireplace in the Cooperage. Daily, join a guided intro tour at 11 a.m., watch blacksmithing at 12:30 p.m., barrel-making at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m., and the flag lowering song at 4:30 p.m. Regular admission fees apply - $7.80/adult or $19.60/family. Pick up a family annual pass on sale for $39.20 for your family or as a great

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An innovative new program that encourages construction of extraenergy efficient homes has been introduced by the Township of Langley, and local builders are beginning to get on board. A Green Building Permit Rebate Program that helps developers create homes with energy efficiency beyond that required by the BC Building Code was implemented by Township Council in January of this year. The voluntary financial incentive program is the first of its kind in Metro Vancouver, and Quadra Homes is the first company to make use of the initiative. “We want to provide a positive buying experience for our customers with a product above and beyond what’s normally expected,” said Shawn Bouchard, Vice President of Development of Quadra Homes. “The incentives are very important to help us reach some of our goals from a financial point of view.” Bouchard noted that such incentives make it possible for companies committed to producing greener, more environmentally-friendly homes to reach their objectives. And the Township hopes many more builders – and other communities – will follow. “Township Council’s unanimous support of the Green Building Permit Rebate Program is a clear signal we are interested in working together with our builders to achieve our vision for energy conservation,” says Mayor Froese. “We are the first municipality in the region to offer such a program and we hope others follow suit. Every little bit helps, and if more communities get on board, it will create a healthier environment and a better future for us all.” Over the next 30 years, the Township expects to see its population double and its electricity needs increase by 50 percent. To meet those demands, the Township is putting measures in place now to save energy

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fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

COLLIE Doodle pups born Oct 17. Mom is a Rough Collie (45 lbs) & dad is a small Standard Poodle (50 lbs). Both have health clearances (eyes, hips, elbows). 2 Very curly males avail, 1 black & 1 unique blue merle. Intelligent, gentle, easy to train, good with children & animals, low to no shed. Similar in looks & in nature to the Golden Doodle. We are a 4H (agility, obedience, showmanship) family. Please consider the time & commitment needed to raise a dog. Pups will have 1st shots and deworming. Ready Dec. 12, Mission $950. 604.820.4827 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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

MISC. FOR SALE

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? 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.

NO STRATA FEES, NO RESTRICTIONS, AND LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

BEAUTIFUL CONDO OVERLOOKING A PARK

Just as the title says, this Langley townhome is ideally located in the heart of the city near shopping and $264,900 transit, in a selfmanaged complex with NO Strata fees. All kinds of upgrades including, windows, roof, hot-water tank, furnace, and flooring. Plus a private south facing back yard with bonus workshop and parking for two.. Call Verne today for your viewing 604-857-1100

Have you been looking for a great place to call ry this. One of home? Try st units available the largest arket at approxion the market 200 square feet mately 1200 edroom, 2 bath NEW LISTING $ this 2 bedroom, $223,888 22 ! $22 corner, endd unit is sure to Enjo the huge h ge sundeck s ndeck overlooking o erlooking a very er quiet q iet park. pa This quiet impress. Enjoy building with in-suite laundry, 9ft ceilings and a great kitchen is not to be missed.. Call Verne for your showing today. 604-857-1100

5394 208 Street, Langley

#214-5677 208 Street, Langley

SOLD!

NEW WESTMINSTER’S FINEST CONDO AVAILABLE Come check out the finest condo on the market in New Westminster. This spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit includes vaulted ceilings, a huge loft, updated flooring, paint and kitchen, just to mention a few. Plus beautiful view of the Fraser River. This unit is sure to please. Call Verne Stel today, 604-857-1100

#208 74 Miner Street, New Westminster

ELECTRICAL

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YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899 .CAN-PRO Paint and Drywall. Over 25 yrs of quality service. 3 ROOMS, $250. Insured. 604-771-7052

$304,000

“Thinking of Buying or Selling? Call me today.”

Verne Stel

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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SCRAP CAR Removal TOP CA$H PAID on the spot. Local Business. www.a1casper.com 604-378-2029

Linwood Place Apts: 604-530-6555 1 & 2 bdrm apts, $650-$900/mo. Ask about our Move-In BONUS.

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A SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR. European trained. Specializing in Reno’s. Local refs. Reasonable Rates. Call 604-532-1710

Are You $10K Or More In Debt? DebtGo can help reduce a significant portion of your debt load. Call now and see if you qualify. 1-800-351-1783

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ALDERGROVE 50+ Adult Building. 1 & 2 Bdrm apts. Central location. 604-317-1926 or 604-856-4307

COMPLETE Handyman Services: new decks, house repairs, additions, power washing. Great rates, references. Call Mike 604.319.0273

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

Call Ian 604-724-6373

LABOURERS

FULL TIME seasonal farm worker required for Berry Farm. Daytime work with some evenings and weekends required. $11/hr up to 50 hours/week. Piece rate if applicable. Anticipated start date February 15/14 Education and experience not required. Work includes pruning cultivate, weed, harvest, sort, pack crops. Work is outdoors in all types of weather. Some heavy lifting and able to work with others. Resumes only accepted by e-mail at blueberries@gaskinfarms.com

Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855

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SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

MIND BODY SPIRIT

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

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CHANEL SPA Top Quality Services...

SunSelect Produce Limited Partnership operation is looking for steady, hardworking, energetic individuals that are able to do plant care, harvesting, sorting grading & packaging and general cleanup and workday preparations. The positions advertised are full time permanent positions for all seasons. Job Location: 349 - 264th St Aldergrove BC V4W 2K1 Wage $10.49/hr plus AD&D benefits. Positions available immediately. English language not required. To apply submit resume: sunselectproducejobs @gmail.com or by fax to 604-607-7656

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RELAXATION BODY CARE 604-859-2998 #4 - 2132 Clearbrook Road, Abby

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REAL ESTATE

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

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $94,888. *New SRI 14’ wide $69,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

ALDERGROVE: 3215- 266A St. 3 Bdrm bsmt entry home. Owner Motivated to sell, $379,900. 778-878-1586 / 604-319-0762

New West 604.522.4900 CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD

PLUMBING

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

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Service Clerk / Writer

845 SCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly &

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LOCAL logging company looking for full time processor operators. Competitive wages and benefits plan. Experience an asset but would be willing to train. Email resumes to: smallpinelogging@yahoo.ca

MISC. WANTED

TRANSPORTATION

Check out our FOR SALE sections: class 500’s for Merchandise, 600’s for Real Estate, and for Automotive view our 800’s. TONY’’S PAINTING

HELP WANTED

CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD

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REAL ESTATE

FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1.866.960.0045 www.dollars4guns.com.

Seasonal Farm Labourers Required at berry farm for harvesting, pruning, planting and other farm labour. Experience an asset. Must be prepared to work in all types of weather, be able to perform repetitive motions and be in good physical conditions. Long hours, six days per week, February to October. Wages $10.49 per hour. South Alder Holdings, 2052 272nd St., Aldergrove. Fax resume 604 856 8337 info@southalderfarms.com

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

REMAX ALDERCENTER REALTY 26641 FRASER HWY, ALDERGROVE

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If you get this paper - I sell in your neighborhood! Get 30 years experience in your local area working for you today!

danflokstra.com 26620-32 AVENUE

$389,900

NEW LISTING

ALDERGFROVE WITH LANE ACCESS!

Fully suited with lane access and a small workshop already in place right beside the Legion in Aldergrove. 9751 sq ft yard almost an quarter acre lot. Take a look at this one if you need room floor is 1160 sq ft with a full bsmt. Starter or investment this is worth a look.

Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100 2948-272 STREET

$615,000

3391-273B STREET

$559,900

CALL DAN TODAY! 604-857-1100 34620-FARMER ROAD

AFFORDABLE!

STONEBRIDGE ESTATES One of Stonebridge Estates finest homes is now for sale and it could be yours! This is a very well appointed home from the open kitchen with island and eating bar, sit down eating area, family room concept with room for the large screen TV. This is set up for living comfortably – that’s for sure. Enjoy the crown molding and high ceilings, great colour scheme throughout and 2 offices for the work at home family. All the features that you are looking for are here and neat as a pin. Don’t pass this home up, oh yeah, you got to see the back yard here – cozy and private with a n/gas BBQ hookup already in place. All this on warm floors with the crawl space below, custom matched garden shed/workshop as well.

Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100

27598-48th AVENUE

$250,000

2 bedroom rancher on a double lot with lane way access and workshop /suite in back in Huntington Village. 1056 sq ft and neat and clean on a concrete foundation with a crawl space all appliances included and upgraded windows and newer roof. This home is nice and warm have a look if you are looking for affordable.

Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100

27022-35 AVENUE

THIS IS A SWEET DEAL

OFFICE/RETAIL AND RESIDENTIAL

All in one location and below replacement cost seller wants sold today so here is your opportunity. 2000 sq on the main floor 2 bedroom suite upstairs and secure paved parking in the rear of building. You’ve driven past it now it’s time to own it. Right across the road from Aldergrove Credit Union. Quick possession possible need an investment or????

Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100

UNIT 314 27358 32ND AVENUE WILLOWCREEK

$ 189,900

Nice clean unit, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 south facing decks, full amenities, insuite storage. Quick possession possible.

Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100

$325,000

.4 acre lot with freeway exposure septic approved and drilled well Is in. Looking to advertise a business or park your truck, check this out!

Call Dan Flokstra now! 604-857-1100

LISTINGS WANTED ANY SIZE ANY PRICE ANY CONDITION

Townhomes and ranchers wanted to sell. Market is now moving... Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100

Fully finished up and down and mint inside with nothing to do but move in. Great neighborhood in a great location with 9’ ceilings with crown moldings on the main floor and an insulated floor to a fully finished bsmt with its own access and extra parking out front. Very nice open plan here with family room and kitchen and eating area all open with the gas fireplace this is a must see and yes you can be in before Christmas if you hurry.

Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100 $ 170,000

#17-9316 194TH STREET

PORT KELLS WAREHOUSE FOR SALE

1000 sq ft plus almost full mezzanine. Quick possession possible. Automotive ok here. Call Dan Flokstra.

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$22,900

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Bluetooth, Onstar, AWD, Rearview camera, power group.

2012 SILVERADO 1500 CC

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Turbo, heated leather, 4X4, trailer hitch

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2013 F550 FLATDECK

2013 YUKON DENALI AWD

Turbo Diesel, 4X4, heated mirrors, power group.

Rear entertainment, touch screen Navigation, Leather, captain chairs. E0194A

P7713A

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2009 SIERRA 1500

Bedliner, 4X4, alloy wheels, trailer hitch. Visit Ford.ca to Build and Price your vehicle.

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All prices plus taxes and fees. Prices net of all Ford/Dealer rebates and incentives. Financing on approved consumer credit. Ends December 6th at 6:00 pm. Costco offer valid to for members in good standing as of November 30th 2014. Costco has been deducted from advertised sale price. Vehicles may not be as shown. Dealer may sell for less.

2011 X3 35I

Technology & Premium package, Bluetooth, leather. P7716A

$39,800

E0084A

$22,400

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