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‘Two points’ and teddy bears: On the same night that the Surrey Eagles held their annual Teddy Bear Toss – collecting stuffed toys for children at Christmas – the BC Hockey League team ended a losing streak that had lasted for weeks. i see page 33
Cost pressures from plan to hire 100 RCMP officers to result in new recreation levy
Surrey mulls 10% increase to tax bills Kevin Diakiw Black Press
Property taxes in Surrey are set to soar next year – equivalent to a 10-per-cent increase – as the city grapples with cost pressures associated with an election promise to hire 100 more police officers. Surrey is planning to keep property-tax increases at 2.9 per cent next year – or $46.20 for the average home worth $648,000.
However, the increases don’t stop there. In fact, combined hikes planned for next year’s tax bill are $162. Other fees and levies are being added, largely due to a $15-million election promise of bringing in extra RCMP officers in 2015. Surrey staff recommend the creation of a recreation and culture levy of $100 per home, generating $16 million annually. In addition, a one-per-cent road levy intro-
duced in 2007 as a temporary five-year measure will likely continue for another 10 years, according to Coun. Tom Gill, who is chair of the city’s finance committee. That levy amounts to a $15.93 increase for next year. In all, the taxes for the average Surrey home will be climbing to $1,755 next year from $1,593 this year. If the home has a secondary suite, it’s going to get even more expensive. Surrey is plan-
ning to raise the secondary-suite fee by $116, to $526 per home – a 28-per-cent increase. The secondary-suite fee hike is explained by increasing costs associated with the bylaw department, police force and fire services. There was no mention by Surrey First during the fall election campaign that it would either reduce capital construction or introduce a levy to pay for it. i see page 4
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Body found in vehicle Tracy Holmes Staff Reporter
Police with Surrey RCMP’s Serious Crime Unit were on the scene in South Surrey Wednesday afternoon, following the discovery of a body near Elgin Heritage Park. Surrey RCMP were called to the 13900-block of 35A Avenue – just south of Crescent Road – at approximately 12:15 p.m. Dec. 10. According to a news release sent at 1:30 p.m., police found the body after responding to a report of “a suspicious circumstance.” The cause of death and identity had not been confirmed as of Peace Arch News’ press time that afternoon. Police said they could also not confirm the age of the deceased. At the scene, yellow police tape surrounded a grey newer-model vehicle that was in front of a home. The car’s rear wheels were in the ditch, its hatch was open and a white tarp was draped to cover the back passenger compartment. One witness reported seeing police take someone from the scene in the back of a police car. The individual ducked out of sight as the car drove off, the witness said. The stretch of Crescent Road near the scene, from approximately 140 Street to 136th, was closed to traffic while officers investigated. At press time, investigators were consulting with the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team. (See peacearchnews.com for updates).
Christmas ’cakes A crowd of hungry early-risers made their way to the White Rock Fire Hall last Saturday for the popular Pancake Breakfast with Santa fundraiser, supporting the B.C. Professional Fire Fighters Burn Fund. Firefighters got cooking at 5 a.m. to prep a tasty breakfast of pancakes, bacon and sausage before Santa’s arrival, which was enjoyed by Sophia Halcrow, 3, (right). Meanwhile, three-monthold Tallie Pearsall (above) had her eye on the prize, making sure she got her photo snapped – wearing a very appropriate hat – with the big man in red. Boaz Joseph photos
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ne of the toughest pressures on transit, schools, purchases for most police and fire services, as well people these days is that as other city services, such as of a home – particularly if they libraries, recreation centres, are just getting started parks, ice rinks and pools. Frank Bucholtz in the housing market. “We understand there’s a Housing prices have need to have development been on a mostlycharges to pay for growth. upward trajectory What we really care since the late 1990s. about are the delays and Even since the 2008 inconsistent application economic downturn, of rules across cities and they have barely even within cities,” said paused in their Bob de Wit, president of relentless advance. Greater Vancouver Home Surrey has been one Builders Association, of the most popular which helped commission places to look for the study, called Getting to a new, (relatively) Groundbreaking. low-cost home. Surrey has been taking Many of these are townhouses a good portion of regional or apartments – single-family growth, with other fasthousing is not nearly as growing areas being Vancouver, dominant as it once was. Indeed, Burnaby, Langley Township there is no such thing, as virtually and Coquitlam. In the recent every single-family home being municipal elections, it became built has enough room for one or obvious that the pressures more suites to be added. of growth are being felt in While housing prices in Surrey almost every Lower Mainland are considerably lower than in community, to a greater or lesser Vancouver, a recent study shows extent. that the city adds a substantial Canada Mortgage and Housing sum to the cost of each home Corporation says about 30,000 with its development cost charges new households are being and other fees. formed in the Lower Mainland For a sample 22-townhouse each year. This growth comes development, that additional from immigration and interfee is more than $700,000. That provincial migration, as well as means city requirements add young people leaving parental more than $33,000 to the cost of homes to set up their own a home. households. As the study, prepared by Growth is certain to continue Simon Fraser University’s urban in Surrey at a fast pace, given studies program, points out, that there remains a large supply Surrey has some good reasons of developable land in Surrey to demand the charges. Growth – something that is becoming does not come cheaply. Water, scarce in many other Lower sewer and roads must be added. Mainland communities. There are additional traffic However, even with the hefty challenges. There are added development cost charges, many
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city services are having a tough time keeping up. Perhaps the most obvious example is policing, where Surrey RCMP are clearly understaffed and not able to take on the additional workloads that come from more residents. Mayor Linda Hepner has pledged that 100 new RCMP officers will be hired, but by the time they are here, there will be a need for more. Growth is also felt in hospitals and schools, both of which are dependent on the provincial government for capital funding. While there have been many improvements to Surrey Memorial Hospital, it is not easily positioned to handle Surrey’s current population, let alone new arrivals. School capital funding was significant for a number of years, but has been more restricted in the past two years. Yet school children continue to arrive on the doorsteps of local schools, some of which are quite significantly overcrowded. The study makes the excellent point that there needs to be consistency in the application of rules by each city, and more consistency across the region. Surrey generally gets reasonable marks from many developers, but there is room for improvement. The challenge facing cities like Surrey is to manage growth so that existing services are maintained for those who live in Surrey now. That isn’t easy to do, and given the continuing pressure for new homes, it won’t be easy any time soon. Frank Bucholtz writes Thursdays for the Peace Arch News. He is the editor of the Langley Times.
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Canada Post says ‘rapid change’ will enhance security
Mailbox vandalism cited by postal union Tracy Holmes Staff Reporter
A theft of a pair of community mailboxes in South Surrey highlights the need to retain door-to-door delivery, says the local president of the union representing letter carriers. “We think it’s important that people… be aware there’s problems with these boxes,” said Stephen Gale, a South Surrey resident and head of the Fraser Valley West local of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers. “There’s safety issues, there’s security issues – there’s just so many problems with these boxes.” And while Canada Post spokesman Eugene Knapik confirms that the Lower Mainland is experiencing “by far the highest incidence of vandalism on our street furniture,” he
defended the use of such mailboxes as one aspect of adapting to the change in the way Canadians are using the mail service. As well, “mailboxes at people’s homes are typically not locked,” Knapik noted. Last Thursday, thieves made off with two heavy-steel mailboxes from the 16900-block of 28 Avenue. Gale estimates mail for as many as 30 addresses disappeared along with them. He said area residents he spoke with the next day were clearly frustrated. “The people driving by… they were stopping and going on about how mad they were,” Gale said, noting the thefts took place the same day Canada Post announced the impending end of door-to-door service in Ladner. Knapik said that while many new areas
are being converted to community-mailbox delivery, the system itself has been in use across Canada for about 30 years. “We are going through a period of fairly rapid change right now,” he said. Knapik said efforts are ongoing to further enhance security of the mailboxes. He encouraged those served by them to be sure to collect their mail daily, and to immediately report suspicious activity to police. One other mail-delivery change that has caused apparent grief in South Surrey/White Rock is a switch last month to a “wave” system of delivery, whereby carriers are setting out on their routes in two batches, two hours apart, and must combine the various types of mail – letters, flyers, packages – as they go.
Gale said space limitations created by the addition of new “sortation cases” led to the change, which took effect Nov. 17 and is “impacting the service for sure.” In addition to reports of late or undelivered mail, Gale said the switch has led to a rash of carrier injuries, 10 in the first three weeks, just in South Surrey/White Rock. “Right before Christmas, to have this new system thrown at the letter carriers in White Rock is no good,” he said. Knapik pointed to the evolution of how Canadians are using the mail service, including sending fewer letters and more parcels; the latter “has everything to do” with online shopping. He said anyone with concerns about delivery should call 1-866-607-6301.
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Veterans’ decision predicted for spring Alex Browne Staff Reporter
It may be well into the new year before there is a ruling in BC Supreme Court on whether a lawsuit launched on behalf of disabled veterans will be able to proceed as a class action. Gerry Lenoski, vice-president of the White Rock-based Equitas Society, which instigated the lawsuit challenging the New Veterans Charter, said he “would not be surprised” if it is March before a ruling is handed down. “The courts move very slowly,” he said. On Dec. 3 and 4, lawyers acting on behalf of the attorney general presented their appeal of an earlier Supreme Court ruling that there was sufficient legal basis for a class-action lawsuit to proceed. Lenoski said government lawyers have been asked to provide a written summation of their pleadings in the first week of January, after which Equitas’ lawyers will have until the end of January to respond. Representatives of Veterans Affairs Canada – which is overseeing all official statements on the federal case – had not responded to a request for comment by Peace Arch News’ Wednesday deadline. Equitas’ case on behalf of the veterans is that the charter – which introduced lump-sum payments to replace disability pensions for veterans with physical and psychological injuries – has not only produced significant hardships for veterans, but constitutes a breach of the social covenant Canada has with its military personnel. Lawyers on behalf of the attorney general have argued that statements by past governments do not constitute a legal covenant, and that disabled veterans would be better served by lobbying MPs for changes to existing legislation, rather than in the courts.
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No place to picnic, as Tuesday’s windstorm made waves all along the White Rock waterfront.
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Powerful winds wreaked havoc on the Semiahmoo Peninsula Tuesday morning following a tropical storm that hit Metro Vancouver the night before. In White Rock, the promenade was closed east of the pier due to high tide, with strong waves crashing onto the promenade. The blustery winds and driving rain didn’t deter all beachgoers, however. Some walked the pier, pausing to take photos of the storm; another ducked under the hand railing to cross the train tracks for a closer shot. One particularly brave soul could be seen paddle boarding through the whitecaps off of West Beach (see inset photo left). Further east, the Little Campbell River breached its banks, threatening to overflow onto Marine Drive near 160 Street. Power outages in South Surrey and White Rock left hundreds in the dark for several hours. More than 4,700 Hydro customers were affected south of 23A Avenue, west of Flower Road due to the windstorm. In Surrey, more than 1,300 residents east of 160 Street, west of 176 Street, south of 28 Avenue and north of 20 Avenue were powerless, as well. Environment Canada continued to warn Metro Vancouver residents of heavy rainfall until at least Wednesday of this week. – with files from Sarah Massah
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Cost pressures ‘came as surprise’ i from page 1 In fact, the coalition – which swept council in the Nov. 15 election – said more police officers would be paid for in part by revenue from growth ($5.2 million), portions of secondarysuite fees ($13.5 million), Surrey City Development Corporation Dividends ($4.5 million) and electronic signage ($1.4 million). Gill, an accountant, said there were other cost pressures that came as a surprise, including a benefits increase to the RCMP and a pay increase to Surrey firefighters. Staff say those costs total $6.5 million, some of which the city was anticipating. The promise to hire 100 police officers was the largest cost pressure, Gill said, adding that in his nine years as chair of the finance committee, this has been the hardest budget to prepare. “This one is by far the most difficult,” Gill said Tuesday. “It is a hard pill to swallow.” The $15 million needed for the 100 additional officers planned for next year put a squeeze on the money available for capital construction, Gill said. The opportunity exists to forestall that construction, but Gill said he wants no part of that idea. “One of the things I did not want to do is minimize the capital program as we move forward,” Gill said. “In fact, one of the things I’ve always been supportive of is enhancing it.”
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Surrey is planning a $100 levy for new recreational facilities.
He said some of the big projects coming forward include reconstruction or relocation of the North Surrey Recreation Centre (estimated $45 million); twin ice sheets for Cloverdale ($35 million, or $45 million if land needs to be purchased); and a recreation facility for Clayton ($20 million). “We had two choices,” Gill said. “Either we could go back to the philosophy of creating no infrastructure, and that’s something I’m not supportive of,” or the levy. “By creating this levy, it becomes a dedicated fund, and those funds cannot be sort of repatriated to any other area of the budget.” In the recommended budget, residents are also looking at modest increases to their utility bills. Water costs are going up to $421 (up $9.68) for the average home, sewer is climbing to $290 (up $11.98) and drainage is going up $12 to $213. Mayor Linda Hepner said she wants to keep property taxes the lowest in the region. “I haven’t brought that budget forward yet… I’ve got to go over
that with the city manager,” Hepner told Black Press Monday. “I’m hopeful that the tax rate stays the same, (but) I have to look at some of those levies to see where we are on those.” Jordan Bateman, B.C. Director of the Canadian Taxpayers’ Federation, said the proposed changes are disappointing news. “A lump-sum recreational fee makes no sense. You actually have a way to make that tax relatively progressive by looking at the assessed values.” Everyone agrees Surrey needs more police officers, he said. “But when you’re told in an election campaign there are ways to fund it without raising taxes, and then a week after taking office, you flip-flop on that, it kind of smacks of the old HST (Harmonized Sales Tax).” Bateman also said the 28-percent hike in secondary-suite fees flies in the face of any helpful position Surrey might want to take on affordable housing. “Complaints about affordable housing by any Surrey politician should be immediately dismissed,” he said. “Because they’re making housing less affordable by increasing secondary-suite fees.” Renters will see hikes because of the increases, he said. The budget plan goes to the finance committee on Monday, Dec. 15 at 7 p.m. Several community groups have already told Black Press they will be attending.
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Hepner lays out priorities Kevin Diakiw Black Press
Looking confident and surefooted, newly minted Mayor Linda Hepner laid out her priorities on Monday night as she and her Surrey First team were sworn into office. A crowd of about 400 packed council chambers at Surrey’s new city hall when the recently elected Surrey council was escorted in by an honour guard. Hepner began by thanking outgoing mayor Dianne Watts for her three terms. Watts is now planning to run federally for the Conservatives in South SurreyWhite Rock. “Dianne Watts never met a good idea she didn’t like,” Hepner said, adding she looks forward to working with Watts in Ottawa. “And by the way, I’ve got a little light-rail project I want to talk to you about.” Hepner listed her priorities in the years to come. Her first order of business is to promote a “yes” vote in this spring’s transportation referendum. She also plans to make good on her promise to hire another 100 police officers next year.
Mayor predicts busy four years. “We will place an emphasis on neighbourhood policing,” Hepner said. “You will see front-line officers build relationships with residents and business owners and become more engrained in the very fabric of our neighbourhoods.” She will create a business advisory council to accelerate growth in the private sector. She also wants to make Surrey one of the nation’s most “agefriendly” cities. “We will start with a seniors summit next year,” Hepner said. “And we will not leave behind the most vulnerable and lessfortunate in our community.” She will create a “social innovation strategy” bringing together the best minds in strengthening the city’s social safety net.
She also said she wants to hear from people about the great ideas they have for Surrey. “If it’s something that will make our city better, I want to know about it,” she said. “If it’s a way to make our city more sustainable or more livable for families, I want to know about it.” Hepner became emotional when she expressed how excited she was to begin working with the new team, returning Couns. Tom Gill, Judy Villeneuve, Barbara Steele, Mary Martin and Bruce Hayne, and newcomers to civic politics Couns. Vera LeFranc, Mike Starchuk and Dave Woods. “I see a team in every sense of the word,” she said. “It’s a team that’s willing to work hard on your behalf.” In addressing her colleagues directly, she said “we are going to have a very, very busy four years.” A brief council meeting was then convened to name the Surrey representatives of the Metro Vancouver board of directors. They are: Hepner, Villeneuve, Steele, Hayne and Martin. Gill was appointed as alternate mayor.
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B.C.’s leaky roof in need of a fix n a year-end interview with Black Press columnist Tom Fletcher, Premier Christy Clark tried to compare her government’s finances to that of any household. Repeating the words she and her finance minister spoke earlier in the week, the premier suggested a family that has made it through tough times using credit cards needs to put money on those cards when the finances finally improve. She was speaking of the government’s estimated $444 million surplus and her plan to put that money toward B.C.’s debt. The credit-card debt analogy is appropriate, but it needs to be taken a step further. A plan to pay down government debt is a prudent strategy, as the province’s debt is irresponsible to ignore. It’s almost criminal to burden future governments and future generations with such a financial milestone. However, the entire $400 million need not go to paying it down. Let’s continue with the premier’s fictitious family. When times are tough and you are living off credit cards, many things around the house fall into disrepair – the plumbing, the electrical, perhaps the roof. Yes, you can get by for a while without these things being fixed. They can be put off until there is more money available to improve them. But when the money situation gets better, it makes sense to not only put some cash down on the credit cards, but fix the roof, too. Left unchecked, said roof is just going to become a more expensive problem down the road. The B.C. government has a bunch of leaky roofs. It’s time to take a quarter, a third or even half of that $444 million to fix some of these problems around its house. There is no shortage of suggestions for what to do with some of this money. No doubt the New Democrats have a few. When times were tougher, maybe it made sense to hike medical premiums and claw back child support payments from social assistance and disability recipients. Perhaps it was prudent to increase ferry rates and cut some of that service. However, we are now seeing some of the results of these cuts, especially in regards to the ferry service. Those measures have caused damage to the economy. Sure, Premier Clark, pay down that credit-card debt, but fix the roof first.
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commonly found to have themselves been abused as children. Is it reasonable, then, to presume that those who don’t say thank you were never thanked themselves? I can relate to the DJ’s discomfort with her good deed going unacknowledged, and I’m sure I’m not alone. I’m not saying I’m a chronic do-gooder – far from it, in fact (sorry, Mom). But I do believe that most people who do good deeds of any nature do so simply because it feels right. Letting a door close in someone’s face simply does not feel good. And who can simply stand back and watch, or keep walking, as someone nearby scrambles to recover a stack of papers they inadvertently dropped? For many, it’s just second-nature to lend a hand, not to mention good karma. No doubt, there will always be people who, for whatever reason, neglect, forget or outright refuse to say thank you. But I’m hopeful that doesn’t deter those who do the deeds that warrant the appreciation from continuing their good-neighbour behaviour. Just because a good deed may appear to go unnoticed, it doesn’t mean it hasn’t made someone’s day a little better, whether they realize it right away or somewhere down the road. And maybe, just maybe, it will change their course the next time an opportunity to help out arises. Tracy Holmes is a reporter at the Peace Arch News.
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Locking doors is not enough Editor: Re: Daily break-ins plague South Surrey, Dec. 9. In response to your headline article, I would like to add two important observations. One is the misconception that security systems deter thieves i.e. “keep them out.” This is not true. Their chief value, and a very important consideration, is that of restricting the time the thief spends in your home, thereby limiting the amount of valuables he can carry off. All of the police I dealt with emphasized that fact. Having last month gone through my own traumatic break-in – despite a monitored system and family of dogs – I now realize the reason I suffered such a big loss, including my 40- and 50-year collection of fine jewelery, was due to a false sense of protection. One jeweller told me he thought he had his house secured like Fort Knox. The thieves got in. Secondly, I make the mistake that most women make of keeping my jewelry in my bedroom. Thieves are very aware of the psychological need people have to keep their treasures close by while asleep. On entry, they make a beeline for the bedroom, clear it out in five minutes, and are off to their next job long before anyone, police or neighbour, arrive. In my case, I returned to my home late afternoon to find a police cruiser and two caring neighbours in my driveway. My bedroom looked like a scene out of a movie. My neighbour across the street yelled at the man as he walked up my driveway with my computer. He threw it in the bushes and sped to his small red car with his backpack filled with my small cache of treasures. It is imperative to have your security system monitored. Not doing so makes it useless. I hope that others can learn from my mistakes. Thieves are getting bolder. Just locking doors and windows doesn’t work anymore. Sybil Rowe, Surrey
Veterans abandoned Editor: Canadians from coast to coast to coast should familiarize themselves with the case of Maj. Mark Campbell, a wounded veteran lying in a hospital bed in Edmonton. Campbell lost both legs at the knee in Afghanistan when he tried to dismantle an IED that was a threat to other soldiers. For this gallant sacrifice, he’s been advised by the Harper government that he is losing his lifetime pension, which amounts to less than $35,000 a year. Why, you ask? It is because the “New Veterans Charter” replaced pensions with one-time payments, which have been drastically reduced since 2006. Campbell is joining seven other veterans in a class-action to sue Ottawa for the benefits they feel
they are entitled to. Sadly, when it comes to the treatment of our veterans by the Harper government, this is what it has come down to. As Canadians, we all take pride in the sacrifice and commitment of our armed forces. So why do we stand by and allow the government to abandon them when they get home? Ken Hollas, Surrey
We need to talk immigration Editor: Re: We need to guide city’s growth, Dec. 4 letters. Letter-writer Alisa Ramakrishman highlights several issues plaguing Surrey’s growth: infrastructure problems, at-capacity schools, overcrowded hospitals, disappearing green space and unrestrained urbanization. Surely, given all of these issues, a
debate on our immigration policy needs to take place. Immigration reform currently is the numberone political issue in both the U.S. and U.K., yet seems to be a taboo subject in Canada. Over 250,000 new people arrive in Canada every year, with 40,000 a year coming to B.C. We need to recognize the economic, social and environment limits of this policy and welcome open debate and opinions, if we truly care about the future livability of our cities. Steven Feldman, Surrey
Spreading the Christmas spirit Editor: It is time to dispel the absurd notion that “Christmas” is a discriminatory word. Heaven forbid that we should wish someone of another culture a Merry Christmas! To refrain is
multiculturalism gone berserk. Multiculturalism should be an embracing of other cultures, without the diminishment of our own. So, in October we wish Americans a Happy Thanksgiving, even though it’s not theirs. We wish our Chinese friends a Happy New Year on Jan. 1, even though it’s not their New Year. And with joy and sincerity, we wish all a Merry Christmas, even though the recipient of our wish celebrates other traditions. So let’s not be satisfied with the euphemisms and substitutions. “Happy Holidays” and “Season’s Greetings” just don’t say it the way it is. Christmas is the celebration of the birth of Someone so important that our calendar is split by it: Before Christ (BC) or Before Common Era (BCE), as opposed to Anno Domini (AD) or Common Era (CE), if you prefer. The choice of terminology makes no difference; the calendar division remains because this birth has shaped our history. A very Merry Christmas to all! David C. Fearon, Surrey
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A section of East Beach is barricaded, as a meshed railing is installed between the promenade and railway tracks.
Rail fencing won’t make us safer Editor: Re: Mesh fence hoped to deter trespassing, Dec. 4. Does White Rock have any say regarding what is happening to our beach access? Reality – trains and people share the waterfront in White Rock. Current situation – one person died and one person was hit by a train. A terrible tragedy for the families and the community. Knee-jerk reaction – put up fences, close off access to the railroad tracks. BNSF, the federal rail safety board and the City of White Rock need to have discussions like grownups and come up with solutions that make sense. We cannot protect people from themselves. If someone steps in front of a car, a bus, a SkyTrain or a BNSF train, there is not much we can do. My day-to-day job is not train safety. I am a lay person with an opinion, based primarily upon common sense. I access the beach four or five times a week on West Beach. We are only going to have two access points: one at the pier and one at Bay Street. They are a full kilometre apart. That does not sound like common sense. By the way, the first knee-jerk reaction was closing the
three or four pedestrian crossings along West Beach. There has never been an accident or an incident at any of those crossings. Fences are an eyesore. They are costly. They are not necessary and they are not wanted. The two people who were hit entered the tracks at crossings or areas that will not be closed off. Why are we closing off areas that are not the cause of the problem? The fencing is being put up to aggravate the community and allow corporations to pat themselves on the back. It is not truly for safety reasons. The areas they are protecting us from crossing are not dangerous. No one has ever been hit there. According to www.operationlifesaver.ca, there are about 50 fatalities per year. If there is any way to reduce the number of fatalities, let’s invest appropriately. However, a fence blocking our access to the beach in White Rock will not affect that number. A fence is not spending money using common sense. Please re-evaluate the approach to rail safety in White Rock by taking into account all of the stakeholders’ needs. Knee-jerk reactions will not fix problems. David McNamara, White Rock
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Commuters who take 176 Street woke up to a mess Tuesday morning on the busy thoroughfare following a tropical storm that hit Metro Vancouver the night before. A gas leak in the 1500-block of 176 Street that closed down the street for hours was just one incident that clogged the area. According to FortisBC, a call came in at 6:30 a.m. about the gas leak, which was caused by a third-party crew. “That means the damage was caused by a crew other than our own,� FortisBC spokesperson David Wiley told Peace Arch News. “We closed (the street) just to make the area safe. “Now that gas is
under control, we will begin to repair.� Shortly after 9 a.m., the northbound lane was opened to alternating traffic, however, southbound between 16 and 8 avenues remained closed. Part of that was due to a semi-truck that went into a ditch as the driver attempted to do a U-turn due to the gas-leak closure, blocking 176 Street at 12 Avenue completely. Commuters diverted from 176 Street westbound along 16 Avenue had a slow go due to a three-vehicle crash at 168 Street. Police say no injuries were reported, and traffic southbound on 168 Street was diverted along 184 Street until the vehicles were cleared from the scene. – with files from Tracy Holmes
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Trevor Johnson (left) travelled to the Himalayas last month, reaching Everest base camp as a fundraiser for BC Children’s Hospital. While there, he and longtime friend Peter Hunter (above, left) added the summit of nearby Island Peak to their list of achievements.
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en days after his return from trekking in the Himalayas, Trevor Johnson is hard-pressed to find words to describe the experience. “Amazing” comes to mind, as does “awe-inspiring.” But how to describe how it feels to stand at a point 14,000 feet up Mount Everest – the world’s highest mountain – looking up a further 15,000 feet to its peak, to someone who’s never been there…? “I kind of had a visual of what it would be like, but it was even more impressive than I could ever imagine,” Johnson said. “You can’t really explain that to anybody who’s only been in Canada or played on our local
coastal mountains.” Johnson, a White Rock father and Richmond fire chief, was among 19 people to travel with Summits of Hope to Nepal to raise money for BC Children’s Hospital. Travelling along established trade routes, past remote villages – and encountering more than 1,000 yaks – everyone reached the central goal: Everest base camp, 17,500 feet. It was at that point that some members of the group ran into trouble. One climber developed high-altitude cerebral edema (swelling of the brain) and “had to be flown out in a helicopter immediately.” Two women who had been “kind of struggling” left at the same time, Johnson said. Eleven of the 19, however – including Johnson and longtime
friend Peter Hunter – continued to the nearby Kala Patar summit, an altitude of 18,200 feet. It is known to offer the best view of Everest from base camp to peak, as well as a 360-degree panorama of several other mountain peaks, including Mount Lhotse. (The group was not targeting Everest’s summit, a goal Johnson described as “on another level to what I did” – one that only one in four climbers survive. Incorrect information appeared in the Nov. 4 Peace Arch News.) With the Kala Patar notch in their belt, Johnson and Hunter split from the group the following day to head with a guide for even greater heights – the summit of Island Peak. On the final day of that adventure – after Johnson
recovered from nausea that he initially worried would mean cutting the trek short – the pair climbed and hiked a total of 17 hours. Waking at 1 a.m., they reached their goal – an altitude of 20,300 feet – at 10:30 a.m. “It was actually more difficult than both of us had expected,” Johnson said. “Probably due to the illness and lack of sleep, it took just about everything we had to make it up there.” In a brief video marking the occasion, the exertion is evident in both mens’ voices. “We made it, man, top of the world,” Johnson says, panning the camera to capture the stunning 360-degree view. The reward was “absolutely” worth all of the challenges,
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Holiday hours at City Facilities City Hall City Hall is closed 25 December to 2 January. Regular working hours resume 5 January. Operations Operations is closed 25, 26 December and 1 January for the statutory holidays. Otherwise it is open regular working hours. Leisure Service Facilities Centennial Leisure Centre, Kent Street Activity Centre, White Rock Community Centre Contributed photo
Trevor Johnson marked Remembrance Day on Nov. 11 during his trek.
Trip ‘absolutely’ worth it i from page 11 Tackling Everest had been on Johnson’s to-do list for more than two decades. And while reaching the Island Peak summit put him past his personal altitude goal of 20,000 feet, it did anything but diminish his drive for new heights – quite the opposite, in fact. “It just makes me want to go higher,” he said, noting Mongolia has been mentioned as a potential Summits of
Hope destination next year. He encouraged others interested in reaching such heights to consider Summits of Hope as a way of fulfilling their dreams while helping a cause along the way. “They welcome anybody and everybody that has a passion for climbing,” he said. Anyone interested in donating to Johnson’s efforts can still do so through to the end of December, at summitsofhope.com
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hristmas is Carols with the seniors Semiahmoo Rotary important community the season for at Morgan Place provided hands-on tradition to die after the giving back and Nursing Home. help to the Semiahmoo Lions Club folded. helping others, Every year, Animal League Inc. Registration opens at Valerie Giles and the five Semiahmoo (SALI) organization, 10:30 a.m. on Jan. 1, local Rotary Rotarians with a general cleanup of with the swim at noon. clubs are doing purchase gifts the property the animalWe are supported by just that. and food advocacy group are Crescent Beach marine Christmas for moms renting for the next year. search and rescue comes every and children There is an old barn (RCM-SAR5), YWCA, week of the year living in local on the site that they Interact, Jimmy Flynn’s for Peninsula shelters. This wanted to house their and the City of White Rotary. Each year, the need two horses in, but it Rock. Thursday night, has increased needed work. So the For information, you will find and Santa’s members undertook contact Rotary District members at elves are busy cleanup and repair. 5050 assistant governor, Cobs Bread at shopping for SALI puts together Linda Coyle – Linda. South Point. gifts. Food abused animals with Coyle@kpu.ca Through the hampers are at-risk youth in our Q The local Rotary generosity of Cobs, also being wrapped. community. Clubs would like to all leftover bread is Our annual Safeway Q It looks like White wish everyone in the donated to a charity Gift Card program Rock’s 45th annual community a Merry each day. has raised more than Polar Bear Swim has Christmas, Happy The Thursday $13,000 for the local found new sponsors Holidays and a Happy night charity in this Food Bank since 2010. with the five local New Year. Why not visit instance is Women’s The food bank can Rotary clubs. one of the club’s in the Place. The dedication triple this money with The clubs are taking new year? and commitment of their buying power. over from the Lions Valerie Giles writes members is shown as These cards will also Club that sponsored monthly on behalf of the they gather the bread, be given in the food the New Year’s Day Semiahmoo Peninsula’s take it to Women’s Place baskets to needy moms. event for many years. five Rotary Clubs – and bag it. In November, Rotary did not want this valeriegiles@shaw.ca More than 70 people • come to the centre on Friday mornings for bread. It is also used for the hot-lunch program at Women’s Place. White Rock Peninsula Rotary is donating $750 to this valuable hotlunch service to help offset the two bread deliveries that will be missed over Christmas. They take very seriously their commitment to “feed the hungry” in the community all year long, not just at Christmas time. A big thank you to Cobs in South Point for your generous donation of to the many Volunteers who the bread. helped get me Re-Elected. White Rock Rotary is also spreading goodwill AND and cheer. On Nov. 25, To those who ran for office they assisted Whitecliff Retirement Residence for your willingness to with sales of poinsettia make personal sacrifices in plants at the club’s weekly lunch meeting. order to serve the public. All proceeds will go to Sources’ White Rock South Surrey Food Bank. Members also decorated the White Rock Rotary Club Christmas Tree at White Rock Matters Morgan Crossing. On Dec. 9, White Rock Rotarians will Authorized by Fred Kline / Financial Agent 604-536-5247 be singing Christmas
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Ginger houses put on display Something sweet is going on at Concord Pacific’s presentation centre in North Surrey. Surrey elementary school students have crafted an array of gingerbread houses, and on Dec. 6, Surrey Mayor Linda Hepner kicked off the voting for the favourite gingerbread building. Hepner cast the first ballot and many others followed suit, including Faizel Rawji, principal of Senator Reid Elementary. Each participating school was assigned a different Surrey City Centre landmark, and students designed, interpreted and built their own gingerbread houses for the competition. The public can vote on their favourite creation until Dec. 19 at the presentation centre, 9908 King George Blvd. An award of $2,000 will be given to the school with the most votes. The results will be announced during a holiday musical festival on Dec. 20 at the centre.
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Surrey students heard firsthand accounts of the hardship suffered during the Asia-Pacific War last week, as Guildford Park Secondary hosted an International Human Rights Day symposium. The student-organized event on Dec. 3 welcomed 300 teens from various high schools, including Frank Hurt, North Surrey, Fraser Heights and South Surrey/White Rock Learning Centre. They participated in workshops and listened to speeches about human rights, peace and the Asia-Pacific War (the battle in the Pacific and East Asia during the Second World War). The mission of this event was to raise awareness about human rights violations during the war, said Thekla Lit from BC ALPHA (Association for Leaning and Preserving the History of WWII in Asia), one of the event sponsors. “This is a forgotten chapter of history that is rarely taught in
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schools,” Lit said. Guildford Park student and event MC Jordan Knutson, 17, said it was great to learn about what happened during the war. “The interesting thing is that the Japanese government today doesn’t own up to it at all,” Knutson said. “They say they didn’t actually do this, but we have tons of primary sources that confirm this happened, so it’s kind of interesting.” A highlight of the day was a talk given by 87-year-old Peter van der Veen, a survivor of the AsiaPacific War. He spoke about how the Japanese invaded Bandung, Indonesia and he was put into a civilian concentration camp as a child. He was kept there for more than three years. “It was really hard on everyone,” Van der Veen said. “Most people died from undernourishment or infectious diseases. There was no medicine.” He spoke about the pain of being separated from family members.
“The news of the deaths of my mother and brother took a while to overcome,” Van der Veen said. “In the camp, we hoped we would be reunited one day.” Knutson said hearing someone share their experiences and memories helped him understand more about that time period. “It’s so much better and more real than reading it out of a textbook,” he said. Brent Schieve, a history teacher at Guildford Park, said it is really important for kids to learn about their own histories and the histories of others. “The more we get to know other groups and realize that we went through the same things, I think it will only bring us together,” he said. Van der Veen said he shares his stories as a peacemaker and hopes younger generations will learn from the mistakes of the past to create a better future. “We need to strive for equality among all of us,” he said. “We are all part of the human family.”
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in areas well-served by transit and that Victoria support the planned Experience The Fraser Canyon to Coast trail network. Moore said the regional district is also pressing the province to respond to its unanswered questions about plans to replace the Massey Tunnel with a bridge. He said the province’s consultation paper on its new transportation plan, dubbed On The Move, made almost no mention of transit, while highways were mentioned 14 times. Besides seeking support for the TransLink vision, the council also asked the province to endorse a move to road pricing over five to eight years and to review the provincial tolling policy. It suggests a Mobility Pricing Independent Commission be created to oversee the initiative. White Rock Mayor Wayne Baldwin told the board he would like to see the province support a rerouting of the BNSF rail line away from the White RockCrescent Beach waterfront. He cited past landslides along the line and the threat that future ones could hit a train carrying dangerous chemicals. “It’s a potential environmental disaster with loss of life that would make Lac Mégantic look like child’s play,” Baldwin said.
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Gasps could be heard in the courtroom on Monday morning as the accused murderer of Kathryn-Mary Herbert of Matsqui and Monica Jack of Merritt made his first appearance in Abbotsford provincial court. The room was packed with about 30 family members of the two girls, including their mothers, and many appeared shocked when they saw Garry Taylor Handlen, 67, who was arrested in Surrey last month. The only photo that most have seen of the Ontario man is almost 40 years old, showing him with a thick head of dark wavy hair. Now, Handlen has thinning grey hair, a pot belly and wears glasses. “He looks a lot older than I thought he would,” one observer was overheard saying. The appearance took less Vikki Hopes photo than five minutes. Handlen, Shari Greer, mother of Kathryn-Mary Herbert, is surrounded by supporters as she leaves the wearing a prison-issued red Abbotsford courthouse Monday. jumpsuit, had his next court remains were discovered sexually assaulted. date set for March 2, at which a photo of Handlen as he on Nov. 17 of that year near Monica vanished on May time his next appearance will would have appeared in the Harris Road in an undeveloped 6, 1978 while riding her bike be scheduled. 1970s around the time of the area of Matsqui First Nation. along Highway 5A near the He remains in custody, murders. Her skull was fractured Nicola Ranch in Merritt, B.C. having been charged with Kathryn-Mary was last seen and her jaw was broken. Her remains were found on the first-degree murders of in the area of Townline and The autopsy was not able to nearby Swakum Mountain in Kathryn-Mary, 11, in 1975 and Marshall roads in Abbotsford confirm whether she had been June 1995. Monica, 12, in 1978. on Sept. 24, 1975, and her It is not yet known when his bail hearing will take place. Both Kathryn-Mary’s mom, Shari Greer, and Monica’s mom, Madeline Lanaro, declined to speak to media outside of the courtroom, but a traditional First Nations healing ceremony was CALIFORNIA conducted in the parking STYLE SHUTTERS lot of the Abbotsford Courthouse. SUNSCREEN BLINDS Kelly White of the Snuneymuxw First Nation, one of the OFF co-founders of the OASIS ROLLER SHADES Women’s Memorial March for Missing and Murdered Women, led the ceremony. FOOTPRINTS Each mom was draped in a “star quilt” adorned with thunderbirds signifying butterflies and OFF the transformation of life, CELLULAR SHADES as they were surrounded by their families. Drumming and prayer SONOMA followed. White said the idea of the ceremony is to bring strength and healing to the families, OFF and she thanked them for HORIZONTAL SHEERS allowing that to happen. Dr. Melanie C. Sherk* Dr. Cindy J. Anderson* “We appreciate them… Dr. Tracey A. Curry* Dr. Sally A. Donaldson* Dr. Natasha Grewal* Dr. Lauren Hill for allowing us to Dr. Juliana Jarvis come over during their 102 - 1656 Martin Drive, White Rock suffering time to permit us to create a healing process for them,” she said. www.whiterockoptometry.com Handlen was arrested Serving the Peninsula for 30 years! WINDOW FASHIONS on Nov. 28, and police held a press conference CALL AT HOME SERVICE VISIT OUR SHOWROOM on Dec. 1 to announce th the two first-degree 9-12988-84 Ave, Surrey 604-597-7222 murder charges. *Optometric Corporation www.newaccent.com They also released
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The South Surrey-based Stella Maris Concert Choir will cap a busy, successful year with a Christmas concert at Good Shepherd Church this Sunday.
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director, Trudi Stammer. “The second is a collection of favourite t’s been quite the year for the Stella pieces sung by the choir. For some reason, Maris Concert Choir, resident ensemble we often end up singing pieces of music of South Surrey’s Catholic congregation that have some reflection of peace in them, at Good Shepherd Church. both in lyrics and music.” Not only did they have a very Stammer said that theme was ❝Sit, relax for a successful third tour of Europe short while… very much to the fore during in July and August, they also of the highlights of the and breathe in one managed to record not one tour – when the choir sang For the true spirit of The Fallen at the Vimy Ridge but two albums at Vancouver’s Christmas.❞ Armoury Studio. memorial. The CDs – Christmas with the “That was an intensely moving Trudi Stammer Stella Maris Concert Choir and moment for all the choir choir director Peace – will both be available at members,” she said. this year’s Christmas concert, this Other memorable moments Sunday (Dec. 14) at 3 p.m. at the church. were singing in such prestigious venues “The first is a compilation of Christmas as the Dom in the cathedral in Speyer, songs, particularly from this year’s Germany; St Jan de Doper (St. John the concert,” said the choir’s founder and Baptist) in Zutphen, Holland and the
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Basilica at Beauraing in Belgium (a Marian pilgrimage site). No less meaningful, in its own way, will be the choir’s Christmas performance in its hometown, Stammer said. “It’s called The Jesus Gift, and it’s a mix of contemporary music, gospel, and traditional, including a new arrangement of O Come, O Come Emanuel, by Natalie Sleeth.” As well as highlighting the choir, which Stammer said has evolved into an extended “family of singers,” the concert will feature soloists Anna Boots, Kiel Magis (whose performance of O Holy Night has become an eagerly awaited treat), Evon Olsen, and pianist/accompanist extraordinaire Henri Lorieau. The theme song of the concert, The Jesus Gift will be sung by child soprano
Clare VanSpall with the choir, recitations of poems will be performed by Mariko Stammer and Olivia Frontteduc, and a little pageantry will be provided by the appearance of three Magi to illustrate the song Wise Men Saw The Light, by Lloyd Larsen and Pamela Martin. Proceeds from the concert will again go to Chalice (a Canadian foster-child program for children in need throughout the world) and small donations of non-perishable food items for Sources White Rock South Surrey Food Bank are also suggested. “We invite everyone to take a break from the hustle and bustle,” said Stammer. “Sit, relax for a short while, listen to the music, reflect on the words and breathe in the true spirit of Christmas.” Good Shepherd Church is located at 2250 150 St. For information, call 604-531-5739.
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What could be more Christmas than following a star to discover the story of the Christ child? That’s the thinking at St. Mark’s Anglican Church in Ocean Park (12953 20 Ave.), where a new distinctive, stylized Christmas star has been raised some 10 metres above the entrance this season – an added invitation to visit the church and its annual outdoor presentation of the Nativity story, The Journey of Christmas. “We’d have liked to be able to have the star 300 feet in the air – but I don’t think we could build a structure high enough,� laughed St. Mark’s publicist and Journey of Christmas volunteer chair Brian Walks. Naturally, the appeal of the church’s one-ofa-kind display remains the same – a guided walk in the woods on a lit path past a series of tableaux depicting the story of the Nativity, featuring mannequins, murals, theatre props and lighting, and a complete audio presentation – followed by hot chocolate and live entertainment (on selected nights) in the parish hall. Since being built by volunteers in 1999 as St. Mark’s response to prevalent secular displays and programs, the Journey of Christmas has drawn more than 15,000 people to celebrate the birth of Christ during the Christmas season – even through some bitterly cold winters. “Fortunately the longrange weather forecasts for the two weeks up to Christmas say it’s going to be pretty mild this year – around eight degrees,� Walks said. But those including the Journey of Christmas in their planning this season should be aware that the church and display will not be open beyond Christmas Eve this year. “It just became a little too hard to get volunteers to commit to days after that,� Walks noted. Logistics also limited the number of evenings that live entertainment could be provided, but it is of a quality and appeal that adds
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St. Mark’s Anglican Church in Ocean Park will once again have the Nativity story on display. an extra dimension of warmth and good fellowship to a display visit, he said, adding that all performances are at 7 p.m.
This Sunday, members of the wellknown White Rock Children’s Choir will join in seasonal melody in the church
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Doug Towle set to perform from new Christmas album
Latin flavour for Christmas ing, but still accessible,” he said. There are distinct advantages to working with musicians you know so well that you can almost function at a mind-reading level, he admits. “It makes rehearsals really easy and quick,” he said, adding that it also speeded the process for Guitarras Navidenas, which, like his other albums, was recorded in his own home studio. “Part of that is the cost factor,” he said. “And part of it is my tendency to be a control freak.” The new album – revisiting traditional songs of the season with a “Spanish twist” – came together very easily, he said. “It was far easier than I thought it was going to be. I had a few ideas on how I wanted to do a couple of songs; we started working on it and everything fell into place.” Recording started at the beginning of October and by the beginning of November the album was “in the bag,” leaving just enough time to get it manufactured ready for online sales (visit dougtowle. com) and point-of-venue sales this weekend at Blue Frog. “I’ve been planning on doing this for years, but finding time was tough – I had to give myself a deadline,” Towle said. For information and tickets, visit www.bluefrogstudios.ca or call 604-542-3055.
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It’s a case of letting the name fit the project. Award-winning Peninsulabased guitarist Doug Towle has worked under his own name, as Supernatural (for his tribute to Santana) and – most frequently – under the moniker De La Terra, the name of his enduring ‘nuevo flamenco’ style group. It’s that incarnation that’s most definitely in the spotlight for a concert marking the release of his newest Latin-flavoured Christmas album, Guitarras Navidenas, an upcoming seasonal treat in the intimate venue of White Rock’s Blue Frog Studios this Sunday (Dec. 14, doors at 6 p.m.) “It’s never really gone away – I really like the idea of the De La Terra name,” Towle acknowledged. “It can be two, three, four, five or seven people; whatever it needs to be at the given time.” Most frequently, it’s the lineup Towle is presenting at this concert – himself on acoustic guitar, with long-time collaborators Peter Davyduck (bass) and Lyndon Dewitt (percussion). “Peter and Lyndon have been with me forever,” he said. “It’s got be a least six or seven years for Peter, and Lyndon and I have been playing together for some 25 years.”
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Doug Towle is set to perform. The combination is a natural – creating music that can be fiery and rhythmic, but also mellow and relaxing. And while Towle said it’s “far from a traditional Christmas CD,” Guitarras Navidenas makes a perfect complement to the season. “Even though these are songs everyone has done a million times, this approach brings out something different and interest-
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he Surrey Eagles’ grisly losing streak is over. On Friday at South Surrey Arena, the same night they collected stuffed toys for sick and underprivileged children, the BC Hockey League team managed to end a losing streak that had lasted longer than a month, beating the Powell River Kings 4-3 in overtime. It was the Eagles’ first win since an Oct. 19 victory over the Coquitlam Express – a losing skid that had reached 16 contests. “There’s a sense of relief, for sure. We got the win we needed, finally,” said Eagles head coach Blaine Neufeld. “For a hockey player, the best two words you can hear are ‘two points.’” The streak very nearly hit the 17-game mark, too, had it not been for a late goal from Surrey forward Spencer Meyer, who tied the game with just 13 seconds left to send it to overtime. Then, in the extra frame, Darius Davidson propelled his team to victory when, with the Eagles on the power play thanks to a Kings’ too-many-men-on-the-ice penalty, he beat Powell River goaltender Stefan Wornig with Damon Jones/BCHL photo a shot at the 3:25 mark. Surrey Eagles forward Sam Chatterly celebrates the team’s first goal Friday, which prompted fans to toss their stuffed toys onto the ice. Surrey trailed three in the game – in Jacob Pritchard restored the visitors’ lead before the Express scored with less than to the Langley Rivermen Tuesday night. addition to a pair of late-game deficits, they with a goal 10:35 into the third, but Darius seven minutes remaining to edge the South Nevertheless, Neufeld is confident. also got off to a slow start when Powell Davidson quickly replied. Pritchard scored Surrey squad. “It’s amazing what a win can do. Now River’s J.J. Coleshaw potted the first goal again with 1:50 left in the game – a lead that And a week before, the Eagles blew a two- the guys’ belief is ‘Why not us?’ There’s no of the night at the 18:55 mark of the first only stood until Meyers’ equalizer. goal lead late in a game against the firstreason we can’t put a few wins together period. Friday’s win was the Eagles’ lone game place Chilliwack Chiefs – another game now,” Neufeld said. But Eagles’ Sam Chatterley, now back from of the weekend – they also that very nearly ended the winless skid. Getting players back from the injured injury after a length absence, ❝For a hockey played the Wednesday prior, “Aside from those two (blowout losses) list helps, too. In addition to Short – who tied the game midway through which were so drastic, we’ve actually been played Tuesday night against the Rivermen the second period – a goal that player, the best two losing 5-3 to Coquitlam – and playing well. We’ve been in every game, and – the team should be near peak health, caused Teddy bears and stuffed words you can hear truth be told, one could tell of our last seven, we’ve outshot the other Neufeld said, with the exception of rookie toys to rain down on the ice are ‘two points.’❞ that a streak-breaking win was coming soon. team in six,” Neufeld explained. Ty Westgard, who is out for the year after from the stands, as part of the Blaine Neufeld Gone were the nine- and “You start doing that with some having surgery on his achilles tendon. He team’s annual Teddy Bear Toss Eagles coach 10-goal blowout losses – consistency, and you’re going to start suffered the injury against Coquitlam last promotion. coincidentally timed with the winning.” month, and while it was originally hoped The third period was the acquisition of two veteran defencemen from Neufeld said his players “showed a lot of he’d only miss a week or so of action, it was busiest for both netminders – Daniel Alberta – and Wednesday’s game against character” during the tough losing streak, later determined to be a more serious injury. Davidson got the start for Surrey, though the Express was nearly the streak-breaker. and now that it’s over, have started talking Tuesday’s loss was closer than the threelong-injured Christian Short did dress as Surrey lead that game 3-2 midway through about putting a winning stretch together, goal margin of victory would appear, as two the backup – as the two teams combined for the game, and entered the third period tied though they did lose their next game, 7-4 four goals. i see page 34
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It wasn’t the sweep many teams earn against the struggling Kootenay Ice, but the Valley West Hawks are satisfied with a win and a tie from two BC Hockey Major Midget League games played last weekend. The two teams played to a 4-4 draw Saturday night at the South Surrey Arena, before winning 4-2 Sunday morning at the Langley Events Centre. “Any time you come away with three out of four points, that’s a good weekend,” said Valley West head coach Jessie Leung. “Kootenay played inspired hockey on Saturday, they are a club that works hard and pushes you every time they take the ice.” Valley West improved to 12-6-4 (wonlost-tied), but dropped to fifth place in the 11-team league. They are tied with the 13-7-2 Vancouver Chiefs, but have one less win. The Hawks rallied from a two-goal deficit in Saturday night’s game, and were on the verge of a win until the final minute of play. Trailing 2-1 after the first period, the Hawks fell behind 3-1 four minutes into the third. Ben Evanish of White Rock started the comeback, scoring a powerplay goal with 13 minutes remaining in the game. Five min-
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Valley West Hawks’ Cole McEwan collides with Kootenay’s Shawn Campbell Dec. 7. utes later, Bradley Stonnell tied the score, again with the Hawks enjoying a man advantage. Then with just four minutes to go,
Langley’s Trevor Ayre put the home side in the lead for the first time in the game. Kootenay, winners of just three games this
season, avoided a 16th loss by tying the score with 56 seconds remaining. “Out special teams were good this weekend,” said Leung. “Our penalty kill was tested more often than I would have liked. Our style of play hasn’t changed drastically from when we were taking fewer than four minors a game in early November, so I’m not quite sure why we’re up to the high teens in penalty minutes right now.” In Sunday’s rematch at the Langley Events Centre, the Hawks put the game out of reach by the end of the second period, leading 2-0 and 4-0 at the period breaks. Jeffrey Stewart and Christian Bosa tallied in the first period, with Evanish and Bosa scoring in the second. Evanish also collected third assists for a season-best four-point game. James Malm, named the MML’s Player of the Month for November, also had a fourpoint game as he assisted on all four goals. “Ben Evanish was a workhorse all weekend,” said Leung. “He has really found his groove now and is a major player in our offensive plans. He, Malm and Bosa had a tremendous Sunday.” The Hawks play the 10-10-2 Vancouver Canadians this weekend. The first game is Saturday evening in Richmond, the second is at 9:15 a.m. in Langley.
Eagles i from page 33 of the Rivermen’s goals came in the final 1:17, when the Eagles’ had the goalie pulled in an attempt to tie what was to that point a 5-4 game. Surrey had a strong first period, outscoring Langley 3-2 on goals from Joe Drapluk, Ben Vikich and Quinn Lenihan, but the team struggled in the second, as the Rivermen scored three straight. Trailing 5-3 after 40 minutes, Eagles’ defenceman Latrell Charleson made it 5-4 with a power-play goal 1:56 into the frame, but it’s as close as they’d get, with Langley tacking on the empty-netters late. This weekend, Surrey will get two chances to avenge the loss – the Eagles are back in Langley Saturday night, before the two teams wrap up the weekend Sunday at South Surrey Arena. Puck drop is 4 p.m.
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SURREY CLOSE AND REMOVE THE DEDICATION OF HIGHWAY OF A PORTION OF ROAD ADJACENT TO 18051 – 66A Avenue and 18058 – 67 Avenue, BYLAW, 2014, NO. 18339 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the intention of the City Council of the City of Surrey, pursuant to Section 40 and Section 94 of the Community Charter S.B.C. 2003, c.26, to adopt “Surrey Close and Remove the Dedication of Highway of a Portion of Road Adjacent to 18051 – 66A Avenue and 18058 – 67 Avenue, Bylaw, 2014, No. 18323” at the Regular Council-Public Hearing meeting on the 15th day of December, 2014. This closure is intended to remove the dedication of 9.0 square metres of surplus road allowance in order to facilitate the consolidation with the adjacent properties 18051 – 66A Avenue and 18058 - 67 Avenue. In accordance with the Community Charter, approval of the disposition of the road will be considered by City Council at a later date.
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Five Year Financial Plan Section 165 of the Community Charter requires all municipalities to prepare a Financial Plan for a period of five years to be adopted annually by bylaw. It also requires Council to undertake a process of public consultation regarding the Five Year Financial Plan before it is adopted. The Finance Committee of City Council has scheduled a public meeting to consider the Draft City of Surrey Five Year (2015 – 2019) Financial Plan (the ‘Draft Plan’), to be held in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 13450 – 104 Avenue on:
Date: Monday, December 15, 2014 Time: 3:00 p.m. Interested members of the public will be given an opportunity to speak directly to the Finance Committee regarding the Draft Plan directly following the staff presentation on Monday, December 15, 2014. In addition, the Chair of the Finance Committee will receive written comments from the public with respect to the Draft Plan, on or before Monday, December 22, 2014. Written comments (including the name and address of the sender) may be sent to: Chair, Finance Committee City of Surrey 13450 – 104 Avenue Surrey, B.C. V3T 1V8 Email: clerks@surrey.ca Fax: 604-501-7578 Should you have any concerns or comments you wish to convey to Council, please submit them in writing, fax or email to the City Clerk, 13450 - 104 Avenue, Surrey, BC, Fax: (604) 501-7578, email: clerks@surrey.ca, no later than Monday, December 15, 2014 at 4:00 pm. There will also be an opportunity for persons wishing to do so, to make representations to Council at the December 15, 2014 Regular Council-Public Hearing meeting. Copies of the bylaw may be inspected at the City Hall and any inquiries relating to property issues should be made to the Realty Section (604-598-5700) or for inquiries relating to traffic issues contact the Transportation Planning Section (604-591-4146), Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:30 pm, commencing Thursday, December 4, 2014 up to and including December 15, 2014.
The Five Year (2014 – 2018) Financial Plan that was adopted by Council last year may be viewed on the City’s website at www.surrey.ca. Reports that contain the Draft Five Year (2015 – 2019) Financial Plan will be posted on the City’s website the week of Monday, December 8, 2014. Once the Finance Committee is satisfied that the Draft Five Year (2015 – 2019) Financial Plan is acceptable, it will be submitted to City Council for approval at a Regular Council meeting, which is expected to occur on January 12, 2015.
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Skating in synch The Ice X-Plosion, including Rachelle Grohs (above), an intermediate team from the Lower Mainland Figure Skating Club, performs at the Pacific Ice Synchronized Skating Club’s annual Christmas Gala, which was held Saturday at South Surrey Arena. The event featured performances from 17 different skating teams.
White Rock, Semiahmoo club members nab spots on podium
Masters swimmers win medals in Richmond A number of White Rock and Surrey swimmers figured prominently into the results at a masters long-course swim meet Nov. 29 at Richmond’s Watermania. Five members of the White Rock Wave dipped their toes into the pool, and each returned with gold medals. Alana Slater led the way with four first-place finishes – in the 50-m freestyle, 50- and 100-m butterfly and 200-m free; Natalie Bayley was first in the 50-m backstroke, second in 100-m breaststroke and 200-m individual
medley and third in the 50-m butterfly; and Michael Collins was first in four swims – the 50-m breast, 200-m IM, 100-m back and 400-m free. Rounding out the medal haul was Craig Slater, who claimed top spot in the 50-m butterfly, 200-m IM, 100-m back and was third in the 50-m free; and Alida Brichon, who was first in the 50-m back, and three breaststroke distances, the 50-, 100- and 200-m. As well, two Wave mixed-relay teams won
gold medals in their age divisions. Another Peninsula-based club, the Semiahmoo Masters Swim Club, also fared well in Richmond, led by Sofi Hindmarch, who brought home gold medals in a variety of disciplines – the 400-m free, 200-m IM, 50-m breast and 50-m back. Robyn Miller had two first-place finishes, in 50-m free and 50m back; Heike Beer was second in 50-m free and 50-m back; and Diana Davidson won gold in both 50- and 100-m free.
On the men’s side of the competition, Brian Coote led the way with four golds – in 400-m free, 50-m fly and back, and 200-m fly – while Friedrich Buxbaum won his 50- and 200-m breaststroke events, while finishing second in two others. Rick Gali won silver in 200-m breast and bronze in 100-m, while Aart Looye, competing in his first event in nearly two years following shoulder and arm surgery, scooped up four silver medals. – Nick Greenizan
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Concord Pacific: Gingerbread build to benefit local schools Canada’s largest urban community builder, Concord Pacific recently provided the community of Surrey and local media with the chance to meet with Mayor Elect Linda Hepner as she hosted the official launch of a gingerbread competition to benefit local elementary schools. Tom Yim of Concord Pacific says that having
Mayor Hepner there for the festive celebration was exciting for all the guests. “It’s important for the community to directly connect with their mayor and especially significant with this event benefiting the in and after school programs of local elementary schools,� he says. “In addition, it was a pleasure to have the
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principal of Senator Reid Elementary join us and represent the school district and all participating schools.� The Gingerbread Holiday Bake-off provides each of the eight participating Surrey City Centre elementary schools with a $1000 donation for in school and afterschool programming. An additional $2000 will go to the school with the most votes for the best gingerbread building. Each school is assigned with a different Surrey City Centre landmark building that they designed, creatively interpreted, built and submitted to Concord Pacific for the competition. In person voting for the best gingerbread building opens Dec 6th to the 19th at the presentation center. “The array of creativity and effort exemplified
interior to the exterior, everything at Fusion has been built with the homeowner and their needs in mind. But wait, the benefits don’t end there. The modern interior design schemes come with desirable features such as spacious and open-concept floor plans, bright gourmet kitchens with an eating bar and a residence amenity centre. “All of our homes have bright and open concept plans designed for easy living and excellent entertaining,� says Meade. “Our homes have ninefoot ceilings on the main floor, large kitchen islands with quartz countertops, convenient main floor powder rooms and every home comes with all appliances, washer and dryer, over the stove microwave and hood fan, garburator, an energy efficient stainless steel appliance package, as well as twoinch polywood window blinds.� Homes also come wired for high-speed Internet, networking, Wi-Fi, digital TV systems and a 1-year free high-speed internet and digital cable service provided by Shaw. Once outside, residents will notice professional landscaping, private fenced yards, an engineered rain screen wall system, patios and/or decks, on-site visitor parking and much more. The Lakewood signature says it all: quality workmanship
by the students in creating these gingerbread buildings are nothing short of spectacular,� says Yim. “In keeping with the theme, we continued through the afternoon with cookie decorating with our holiday characters for all the kids to enjoy as well.� The results of the gingerbread competition will be announced during a holiday musical celebration on December 20th at Concord’s Surrey Presentation Centre. “Concord Pacific is renowned for building the largest and most dynamic communities in the country,� says Yim “With our developing master planned neighborhoods here in Surrey, our involvement in supporting local elementary schools is an integral a part of the community vision that we have.�
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Hyundai composes a memorable new Sonata Hyundai is a company that pushes the Inside envelope in terms of styling, vehicle As with the outside, the interior has content, engine choices and value, makbeen given a total refresh, no basic ing others carmakers take notice. tweaking here. The same, more muted The last generation Hyundai Sonata, design is at work here too, now the allreleased in 2011, is a perfect example. new centre console is wider and flatter The “Fluidic Sculpture” design language than the last car. This makes the car really set the pace for the mid-size class feel more open and airy, the brushed Hyundai has done aluminum surround is bright and the of cars. The competitors that followed, like the Ford Fusion, Toyota Camry and it again, delivering a way the buttons and dials are fitted is Honda Accord, all took styling chances to none. Fit and finish is one very attractive car, full second after that Sonata was introduced. The area that Hyundai does as well, if not same too for the engine development, of features and at an better than most. Even on the base including smaller turbocharged 4-cyl$23,999 GL model, the Sonata comes attractive price. inder engines and fuel saving direct with standard heated front seats, backZack Spencer injection technology; compared with up camera, Bluetooth, 5-inch radio/ the competition all this technology was backup screen, satellite radio and USB ahead of the curve. Now, just a few years later, the connectivity. The $26,299 GLS adds a power driver’s Sonata gets another refresh, making this car more seat, heated leather steering wheel and heated rear compelling than ever. seats, and these are just the two entry-level cars. All cars now come with additional 2.5 cm of rear Looks legroom and a very useful trunk that is expandable, As dynamic as the Fluidic Sculpture design was, it thanks to a 60/40 split rear seat. didn’t age well. Cars that are heavily styled can date
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quickly. With this in mind, Hyundai has backed away from the fluid approach to a more sculpted design that shares some styling cues from the top-of-range Hyundai Genesis. The front features a squarer grille opening, edgier bumper and front chin-spoiler. The base model is fitted with the 2.4L 4-cylinder engine has and 16-inch or 17-inch alloy wheels with LED daytime running lights, halogen headlamps or HID lights on the limited trim. The performance oriented 2.0 Turbo Sport model, seen above, comes with a two-toned front spoiler, 18-inch wheels, standard HID headlamps, quad exhaust tips and a lower diffuser on the rear bumper. The top trim levels of both the 2.4L and 2.0 Sport have a blacked-out section of the front grille which signifies the car comes with adaptive cruise control and a forward collision warning system.
Verdict Hyundai has done it again, delivering a very attractive car, full of features, at an attractive price. 2.4L models range from $23,999 to $32,999 in the top Limited trim. This model has most of the features found in the top 2.0L turbo but without the added power. The base 2.0L turbo starts at $30,999 and the top Ultimate model, seen here, is $34,799. Both the Limited and Ultimate get the forward collision warning system and lane departure safety features, plus they also get adaptive cruise control. For 2015, the Sonata is a big step foreword in design. The added safety features will be attractive and the constant pushing-of-the-envelope from Hyundai is welcome. The Lowdown Power: 2.4L 185hp or 2.0L Turbo with 245hp Fill-up: 9.8L/6.7L/100km (city/highway) Sticker price: $23.999-$34,799 zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca
Drive Both the 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and the 2.0L turbo have been carried over from the last model but they have been modified to produce better torque delivery and fuel economy. Hyundai has dropped the horsepower output from 198hp to 185hp in the 2.4L and limited the torque to 178hp. The 2.0L turbo also receives a horsepower drop from 274hp to 245hp and the torque drops from 268 lb.-ft to 160 lb.-ft. Hyundai claims that the torque is lower in the RPM range and the fuel consumption is improved. The experience behind the wheel of the turbo is still very invigorating but not as hectic as the last model, it delivers a more usable driving experience. Power is smooth and refined; the turbo feels like a V6 without the accompanying fuel bill.
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Hello winter, my old friend: driving safely in snow and ice The rain and windstorms have started and it won’t be long before the temperatures start to dip. Northern BC and the Interior have already experienced the cold. On the coast, it seems every year the first snowfall creates chaos and adjusting to the conditions is a big challenge for many people. That said; driving in the winter season generally presents more problems than driving in other seasons wherever you call home. The vehicle and the driver must be prepared as well as possible to cope with these kinds of driving conditions. In winter driving, braking and stopping the vehicle, of course, cause the most difficult moments. The tires play a critical role in stopping the vehicle, and they need even more care and attention than in the other seasons. Most SUVs have a passenger car tire classification with M+S stamped on the sidewall, for Mud and Snow and are considered all-season tires. If it is not, your vehicle must be fitted with tires suitable for any type of climate, even the most severe ones. In winter the pressure of the tire must also be controlled more frequently. This is because a reduction of the outside temperature causes a contraction of the air inside the tire, accelerating the normal and gradual pressure loss process by a value around 1-2 PSI for each 5° C decrease in temperature. Contrary to popular opinion, a lower inflation pressure than normal does not improve tire traction on snow. It makes them much more liable to damage. Always remember that in any season and with any temperature, insufficient pressure is always the main cause of tire damage. Here is some advice to always bear in mind during winter driving conditions: Use brakes carefully. Brake early. Brake correctly. It takes more time and distance to stop in icy conditions. Watch for slippery bridge decks, even when the rest of the pavement is in good condition. Bridge decks will ice up sooner than the pavement. Do not use the cruise control in winter conditions. Even roads that appear clear can have sudden slippery spots and the short touch of your
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Relaxing floatation device on 4 wheels WHISTLER – Each morning, I wake up to my inbox clogged with a plethora of messages boasting of “great deals.” And while I swiftly send most to the trash, I often entertain the idea of not paying full price for a meal, or getting my mani/pedi at a 75 percent off, or occasionally splurging on a spa treatment. Not to mention yoga classes at a fraction of the cost. One message in particular from West Coast Float caught my eye recently and gave by Alexandra Straub me an excuse to take the Volvo V60 T6 R-Design wagon for a longer drive up to Whistler. The image accompanied with the text looked like something out of a Sci-Fi movie. There was this woman, floating in lagoon-blue water, in a rather interesting contraption. Beside it were words like “sensory deprivation” “relaxation” and “salt.” A colleague had mentioned to me in conversation about these float pods so I bought two sessions and brought along a friend to enjoy it with me. Without going into too many details on the experience, I floated for 90 minutes in my private room. Note: do not rub your eyes! When it was all over, I was very relaxed. I am so glad the V60 T6 R-Design was the chariot home because I wanted the feeling of serenity to last as long as possible. The V60 certainly facilitated this state of being. Driving the 2015 V60 wagon can be likened to a floatation tank experience: but don’t close your eyes and turn off the lights to enjoy the tranquility! It glides effortlessly and handles brilliantly in whatever environment I put it in.
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PURCHASE A PERSONALIZED, ENGRAVED BRASS TRAIN PLAQUE TO BE INSTALLED ALONG THE SEASIDE PROMENADE. The Volvo V60 T6 R-Design wagon. Thanks to the R-Design Sport chassis, which has been lowered 15 mm, and spring stiffness is 15 per cent higher compared with the Dynamic chassis in the standard V60. That said, it’s stiff in all the right places. The dynamic handling on the sinuous roads made me realize just how much I missed driving the Swedish brand’s vehicles. The smooth-revving 3.0L, turbocharged I-6 engine also helps sweeten the deal. With 325 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque being produced (with Polestar Performance software tuning), it’s no sleeper. It’s then linked with a six-speed Geartronic automatic transmission with advanced Quick Shift, and a Sport Mode Haldex electronically controlled all-wheel-drive with Instant Traction. I was hoping for some snow on the ground so I could play in it a little, but alas, my request was not answered. Maybe next time. The cabin offers a simplistic yet stylish setup –
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one that has been a common theme through the Volvos I’ve tested over the years - complete with Volvo’s “floating” centre stack. It’s sublimely quiet at highway speeds and because of its Climate Package ($1,350), I had such features as a heated steering wheel and a heated windshield, along with the standard heated front seats, to keep my body blissfully warm in the sub zero temperatures. With room for five inside, a cargo area of 692 litres, and an overall impressive execution, I didn’t want to give this bright red wagon back. Though I wouldn’t call it a deal with a price as tested of $58,700 (then again, the base V60 T5 FWD starts at $38,900), it is the real deal: an incredible wagon that gives you all the pleasure of driving without the salt in your eyes. Just on the roads. Visit www.volvocars.ca for more. alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca
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Five awesome cars that were never sold in North America Grant Stoecker
The U.S. and Canada might get a wide variety of unique and exotic cars, but there are a few cars that never made it to our showrooms and appear now only has special imports. 1972 Lancia Stratos HF The Lancia Stratos HF is a monster of a car. In the concept stages, the Stratos was an attempt by Bertone to get its foot in with Lancia, who had previously worked with Pinin Farina for design. The legend states that Bertone re-bodied a Lancia Fulvia and drove it to Lancia’s headquarters. Impressed with the Stratos prototype, Lancia agreed to collaborate with Bertone to create their next generation rally car. The Stratos was built around a Lancia chassis, with a Ferrari Dino engine behind the seats. The Lancia would go on to have a legendary career, winning the World Rally Championship from 1974-1976. 1973 Chevrolet Firenza Can Am American automotive manufacturers have made a number of performance
cars exclusively for Europe and Australia, but have you ever heard of an African performance car? Meet the Chevrolet Firenza Can Am, a Euro-American mash-up that was never sold in either of those markets. Built to compete with Ford’s inferior Capri Perana, the Can Am began its existence in Britain as a Vauxhall Firenza frame, which was then shipped straight south to Port Elizabeth, where it was paired with a power train straight out of an American legend – the 969 Camaro Z28. With a lightweight body and nearly 300 horsepower, the smell of burning rubber was a no-cost option, and I’m sure there was plenty of that. The car was limited to a run of 100, 30 of which are still known to exist.
1969 Nissan Skyline GT-R. with a compact coupe with 1.3-litre engine, so they contacted the blokes over at Cosworth and developed the Escort RS1600. While the Cosworth engine may have put out only 113 horsepower, the tiny Escort was barely
tipping the scales at 1,800 pounds, making the RS1600 one of the coolest cars cruising the UK at the time. 1969 Nissan Skyline GT-R The Nissan Skyline GT-R is
1986 Porsche 959 The Porsche 959 is a perfect example of what happens when some German mad scientists in Porsche decide that the 911 Turbo isn’t quite enough. Built to be the ultimate Group B rally car, Porsche decided to slap an all-wheel drive system and a twin-turbo 2.8-litre boxer engine in a highly modified
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1969 Ford Escort RS1600 While the latter part of the 1960s might have been the middle of the Mustang’s heyday, Ford was busy building fast cars all around the world. One of those cars was Ford’s venerable Escort, which was one of the top selling cars in Europe at the time. Of course, Ford engineers weren’t satisfied
911. In order to fulfil the FIA’s homologation rule, Porsche built 337 examples for consumption by the public. Of course, the EPA and Porsche weren’t quite on the same page, and the 959 was never legally sold in the U.S. However, several examples of the 959 have made their ways to our shores, most notably the “Gates 959,” which was stored by U.S. Customs for 13 years and was key in the passing of the “Show and Display” law.
its European rivals. Other cool upgrades included wide wheel arches, rally wheels, front and rear spoilers, and of course, the now-iconic GT-R badges.
arguably the most iconic sports car to ever come from the islands of Japan. While the GT-R is most commonly idolized in its mid-’90s guise from the Fast & Furious franchise, our pick is the original – the 1969 Skyline GT-R. Introduced at the 1969 Tokyo Auto Show, the GT-R was a Nissan Skyline sedan that was stripped out and given the special treatment by the boys in the Nissan Skunks Works team. The heart of the GT-R is a Nissan racing V-6 engine putting out 160 horsepower, allowing the GT-R to outrun
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FLORIDIA, Adrienne Pace Adrienne Pace Floridia, 44, of Port Coquitlam died December 5th 2014 from complications from her long term battle with kidney disease. She was born July 30th, 1970 in Montreal, spent her childhood in Calgary, then moved to White Rock BC in her early teens. She eventually settled in Port Coquitlam with her husband JP Vachon. Adrienne was fun-loving and spirited and lived her life with zest. Her laughter and precociousness will be missed by all who knew her. She made many friends through her “kidney” community and in the fire department community that JP recently retired from. Adrienne was predeceased by her father Dr Albert Pace Floridia and is survived by her husband Jean Pierre Vachon, mother Erika Pace Floridia, and brothers Mark and Tony. Adrienne’s celebration of life service will be held on Saturday Dec. 13th, 1pm at Hillside Community Church, 1393 Austin Ave, Coquitlam. All friends are welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Kidney Foundation of Canada-British Columbia. www.kidney.ca/BCHome GOOCH, Norman Thomas 1934 - 2014 Born in Cloverdale, B.C. Norman Gooch was a longtime resident of the South Surrey/White Rock area. Norman was predeceased by his loving wife, Leota and survived by his sister-in-law Shirley (Joseph), nieces Deborah (Jacques) and Betty (Gary), nephews Bill, Wayne (Sandy), Cody and Clint. A private family service was held. “Rest in Peace Uncle Norman”
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Albert. Albert William Healey, 94, of White Rock, BC passed away on Friday, December 5, 2014 with his daughter’s by his side. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, December 13th at the Dignity Memorial, Victory Memorial Park Funeral Centre, 14831 - 28th Avenue, Surrey, BC. Albert was born in London, England, and emigrated at the age of 62 to Ontario Canada, then moved to White Rock, British Columbia in 1991. He was a carpenter by trade, but learned and applied many skills such as repairing large electrical ovens in Romania. His passion has always been gardening, music and dancing. He was married to Elizabeth (Betty) Moran on February 9th, 1946 and they were married for 63 years before her passing on August 28, 2009. Albert will be remembered by his daughters Helen (Gerry) and Theresa (Fred) and three grandchildren Darren, Alicia & Stephanie. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation.
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Are you confident enough to develop business conversations? Black Press publishes the Surrey Leader, Langley Times and Peace Arch News along with 150 other publications. We will develop individuals with an ambition to succeed whether they have deep post-secondary credentials or not. This is an exceptional opportunity if you are adept at making successful calls and highly rewarding to those that maintain the required pace. We have an immediate opening for a Sales Consultant on our Digital team representing our highly successful online recruitment platform LocalWorkBC.ca.
Black Press, Canada’s Largest independently owned newspaper group, is currently looking for part-time production workers to work at our Delta - Vantage Way 24/7 production facilities.
Primary Focus: • Contact prospective business clients via phone and email • Develop trustworthy and informative relationships • Maintain a strong volume of calls with the assistance of our CRM system
Requirements:
Qualifications: • Strong telephone skills • Marketing and/or creative mindset • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment • Basic computer skills • Strong command of English, both verbal and written It is also an asset if you have a good knowledge of BC communities. This is a full time position based in Surrey, BC. Black Press offers competitive compensation, a team environment, benefits and opportunity for career advancement. Please forward your resume with a brief note on why you are a great candidate to: Kristy O’Connor, Digital Sales Manager koconnor@bpdigital.ca
This position is an entry-level, general labour position that involves the physical handling of newspapers and related advertising supplements.
• Prior bindery experience is preferred but not required • Motivated self-starter willing to work in a fast-paced environment performing repetitive tasks • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. and stand for extended period of time • Ability to work cooperatively in a diverse, team-based environment • Demonstrate on-the-job reliability and dependability • Excellent communication skills and detail oriented • Completion of high-school • Must have your own transportation The applicant must be available to work afternoon and graveyard shifts (Monday to Friday) as well as be able to work on a weekly schedule with short notice. If you are interested in this position, please e-mail your resume referencing “Production Worker” in the subject line to: jobs.vantageway@gmail.com
Jim’s Mowing Business for Sale
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CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD
Req: Carpenters, Helpers Labourers, CSO’s/OFA’s TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hr
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HELP WANTED
DROP DRIVER WANTED
MATERIALS HANDLER This position is required to move and distribute product in an efficient and accurate manner. If you are looking for a challenging position with growth opportunities and would like to work for the “Electrical Distributor of Choice”, please visit www.ebhorsman.com for more information.
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F/T In home CAREGIVER live in req’d for elderly couple in Delta. $10.50/hr. More info: 604-440-6774 or email: jonalynfreelife@gmail.com
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KIDS AND ADULTS NEEDED FOR CARRIER ROUTES Papers are delivered right to your door. No need to insert flyers either! Deliver 2x a week, after school, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call the Circulation Department at 604 542-7434
Route Number Boundaries Number of Papers 18200106 Canterbury Dr, Pl, High Park Ave, Morgan Creek Cres, Pl 69 18200911 152 St, 153 St, 154 St, 58A Ave, Kettle Cres E, N & W, Kildare Close, Crt, Dr & Pl, Kilarney Dr 60 18411303 136 St, 136B St, 137A St, 56 Ave, 56A Ave, 56B Ave, 57A Ave, 57B Ave 67 18411307 140 St, 56A Ave, 57 Ave, 57A Ave, 58A Ave, 60 Ave, Bradford & Halifax Pl, K.G. Blvd 42 18411327 145 St, 145A St, 145B St, 146 St, 60 Ave, 60A Ave, 61A Ave 75 18511805 121 St, S Boundary Dr, Parkside Pl, Southpark Cl, Cres, Crt & Grove 96 18511809 121 St, 122A St, 63A Ave, 64 Ave, Boundary Drive N 75 18511818 135 St, 135A St, 136 St, 58 Ave, 58A Ave, 59 Ave, 60 Ave, 60A Ave 107 18511846 Northpark Cres 12100 blk - 12300 blk 68
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PRODUCTION WORKERS Req. F/T for a BC Greenhouse Builders (not a nursery). Established in 1951, a manufacturing company in Port Kells. Hours Mon.-Fri. 7:00a.m. – 3:00p.m. Duties include using heavy duty power tools and MUST be able to lift 100 lbs. Must have valid driver’s license and speak fluent English. Dental and extended medical benefit plan after 3 months. Starting wage is $12.00/hour. Apply in person w/resume: A5, 19327 94th Ave, Surrey
Apply in person at: PENGUIN MEATS, 1554 - 152 St., White Rock.
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FT, IN-HOME caregiver (childcare) req. Feb 2015. Job duties: childcare, meal prep and light housekeeping. Min. 1-year contract. $10.50/hr. Incl. MSP, Dental & 4-wks vacation. Location: White Rock, BC. Skills Req: Educationhigh school & Work Experience1-year relevant experience. Apply to Courtney & Jonathan Parker, 604-307-0103 or courtney_parker@shaw.ca
Established in 1900, E.B. Horsman & Son is the only independently owned and operated electrical wholesaler in BC. We currently have an opening in our Warehouse Distribution Center in South Surrey for a:
HOME CARE/SUPPORT
New West 604.522.4900
Will train. Good starting wage.
HELP WANTED
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Work Today, Daily or Weekly Pay Apply 9AM to 2PM at: 118 – 713 Columbia Street
RETAIL SALES CLERK
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
To deliver bundles of papers to carriers in the East end of White Rock, Tuesday and Thursday mornings.
3/4 ton cargo van recommended.
HELP WANTED
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Marketing Sales The Abbotsford News and Mission Record, two of Canada’s leading community newspapers, have openings for a Sales Consultant. This is a career opportunity for a results-driven individual. Candidates will possess the ability to increase sales to existing clients while successfully prospecting new business in two of the Fraser Valley’s fastest growing markets. The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, a persuasive manner (previous sales experience preferred, but not essential), is highly motivated with strong organizational and communication skills. Training is provided. Our work environment sets industry standards for professionalism and innovation. The News and Mission Record combines a salary/benefits package designed to attract and retain outstanding staff. Please send your application in confidence to: Don Barbeau Advertising Manager 34375 Gladys Avenue Abbotsford, B.C. V2S 2H5 e-mail: donb@abbynews.com Closing Date: Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014 The interest of all applicants is appreciated, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
blackpress.ca X abbynews.com X missioncityrecord.com
Please call Peace Arch News Circulation Department
604.542.7411 Marilou Pasion
Career change you can adapt to... Visit Our Website
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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
We are currently interviewing for a F/T NIGHT SUPERVISOR I am looking for someone reliable, mature and understands the importance of the guest experience and looking for long term employment. Apply in person to: ABC Restaurant, 2160 King George Blvd. Surrey/W.Rock to Rod between 8am - 2pm Monday to Friday. or call for interview 604-531-2635
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VOLUNTEERS
Interested applicants can fax resume : 604-888-4749 Attn. Annish Singh ars@cullendiesel.com
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CLEANING SERVICES
HOLIDAY SAVINGS! 30% OFF res/comm services. Don’t miss out! Contact us today 604-754-2417 CLEANING LADY ~ reliable, prof., will clean your home, office. 10 years exp. Reasonable rates. Excellent references. 778-960-9865
CHRISTINE’S CLEANING. Reas. & Honest. You won’t be disappointed. References. Call 604-328-3733.
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COMPUTER SERVICES
threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
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A MAID 2 CLEAN All Your Cleaning Needs
Weekly • Biweekly • Monthly Residential & Commercial Services ~ Excellent Rates!! * Licensed * Bonded * Insured
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HUDOLIN’S ON HOMES
Century Hardwood Floors 604-376-7224
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Gutter, Window Cleaning & Yard cleanup. 20 yrs exp. 778-384-4912
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HANDYPERSONS
Complete Home Renos Bathrooms & Kitchens Plumbing & Electrical Finishing Work & Mouldings Small Additions/Bsmt Suites General Contracting for renos FREE ESTIMATES hudolinrenos@gmail.com www.hudolinsrenos.com
Dave: 604-862-9379
AT YOUR SERVICE. Carpentry, Concrete, Painting, Rubbish Removal. Call Dave (604)999-5056
CONCRETE & PLACING
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
HELP WANTED
• Additions • Home Improvements • Renovations • Concrete Forming • Framing • Siding 604-218-3064 BATHROOM Renovations, Walk-in Bathtubs, Easy Access Showers, Powered Tubs, Stair Lifts, Grab Bar installation. Quality Workmanship. 888-507-7039. www.agingsafetysolutions.ca
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FLATTEN POPCORN CEILINGS Update your home with beautiful flat ceilings * No Scraping * No Sanding * No Mess CALL FRIENDLY BENJAMIN 604-230-7928
E & M MAINTENANCE WINDOW WASHING
HELP WANTED
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ALL Concrete Brick, Block & Stonework. Good job - Good price. Call Enzio (604)594-1960
778-883-4262
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30 Yrs. Experience - References
A PROFESSIONAL HANDYMAN / CARPENTER 20 yrs exp. Licensed & Insured. Call 604-802-8809. Renovations, Repairs, Decks, Baths, Kitchens, Mouldings, Flooring.
RELIABLE Cleaning Lady for White Rock/South Surrey area only. I have been cleaning for eight years and have a couple of available openings for local residents. Please call me if you have any questions. Natalie 604-560-5311.
D Windows Out & In D Gutters cleaned In & Out D Pressure Washing D Serving W. Rock for over 30 yrs D Lic. & WCB insured. D Free Est. Seniors Discount
MaZebah 778-788-7390
THE JAPANESE YARDMAN
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SENIOR DISCOUNTS
9 Repairs & Staining 9 Installation 9 Free Estimates
*Clean-up *Trimming *Pruning *Lawn & Garden Maintenance. Sprinkler Blow-Out & Fence Work. Call Kris 604-617-5561
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Small or Large JOBS
HARDWOOD FLOOR REFINISHING
GARDENING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
WHITE ROCK HANDYMAN Repair - Renovate - Organize Build - Design - Electric
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YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899 ELECTRICIAN - Dana Thompson Over 24yrs exp. Res/Comm. Free est. Bonded. #14758 604-353-1519
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Strata * Commercial * Residential 604-597-8500
DHALIWAL GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING F Grass cutting - 1-4 x month F Hedge Trimming & Pruning F Summer Clean-up
10% off with this ad Comm/Res, Free Estimates.
Call Joe 604-220-4442
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Advertising Sales Consultant
HELP WANTED
KIDS AND ADULTS NEEDED FOR CARRIER ROUTES
The Langley Times, a twice-weekly award-winning newspaper has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time junior sales person. The successful candidate will have a university or college education or two years of sales experience – preferably in the advertising or retail industry. The ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service is a must. The winning candidate will be a team player with an aggressive cold calling mandate. The ability to work in an extremely fast paced environment with a positive attitude is a must. We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan coupled with a strong benefit package. Black Press has more than 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless.
Papers are delivered right to your door. No need to insert flyers either! Deliver 2x a week, after school, Tuesdays and Thursdays Call the Circulation Department at 604 542-7434
Route Number Boundaries Number of Papers 17001123 Everall St, Hardie Ave, Oxenham Ave, Oxford St, Prospect Ave, Roper Ave, Thrift Ave 80 17002211 Columbia Ave, Cypress St, Dolphin St, Fir St, Johnston Rd, Pacific Ave, Royal Ave 68 17002212 Dolphin St, Marine Dr, Victoria Ave 34 17002213 Columbia Ave, Dolphin St, Fir St, Victoria Ave 57 17002214 Ash St, Balsam St, Columbia Ave, Cypress St, Finlay St, Pacific Ave, Royal Ave 35 17002215 Ash St, Balsam St, Columbia Ave, Finlay St, Victoria Ave 69 17002225 Columbia Ave, Finlay St, Lee St, Maple St, Marine Drive, Victoria Ave 94 18000336 173 St, 1 Ave, 1A Ave, 2 Ave 53 18101422 142 St, 18 Ave, 18A Ave, 19A Ave 140 18102511 140 St 1600 - 1900 blk 104 18102528 1744 & 1770 - 128 St 53 18103601 Agar St, Gardiner St, Gilley St, Kidd Rd 56 18103602 Beecher St, Gordon & McBride Ave, McKenzie Ave, O’Hara Ln, Sullivan St, Taylor Ln 112 18103617 134 St, 136 St, 25 Ave, 26 Ave, 27 Ave, 28 Ave 49 18103618 128 St, 137A St, 139 St, 24 Ave, 25 Ave 58 18103624 132 St, 133 St, 134 st, 25 Ave, 26 Ave, 28 Ave 44 18103626 132 St, 135 St, 28 Ave, Balsam Cres, Vine Maple Dr, Woodcrest Dr, Woodcrest Pl 83 18103627 Agar St, Dunsmuir St, Kidd Rd, McBride Ave, O’Hara Ln, Sullivan St 80 18104706 142 St, 31 Ave, 31A Ave, Northcrest Dr 43 18104721 32 Ave (14000-14700 Blk) 49 18104733 142 St, 142A St, 143 St, 143A St, 32A Ave, 33 Ave 56 18104734 140A St, 140B St, 141 St, 28 Ave, 28A Ave, 29 Ave, 29A Ave 44 18105820 153 St, 153A St, 154 st, 22 Ave, 24 Ave 72 18106901 1840 - 160 St 271 18107001 123 St, 124 St, 21A Ave, 22 Ave, Clove Pl, Harbourgreen Dr, Haven Pl 82 18107010 127 St, 16 Ave, 17 Ave, Ocean Park Rd 83
GARDENING
FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS
CLEANING SERVICES
Eric 604-541-1743
HELP WANTED
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Service to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers & dishwashers. Reasonable. Also Appliance Removal Call Mark (604)536-9092
Check out bcclassified.com
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ELECTRICAL
www.centuryhardwood.com
Peace Arch Appliance
• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
Low Cost. Same Day. Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062
APPLIANCE REPAIRS
175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS
Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
DETAILED EUROPEAN CLEANING.
Efficient, Reliable, Friendly, Bonded Excellent References with 20 yrs of experience. Call Ivet: 778-235-4070
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SHOP from HOME! HELP WANTED
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
PERSONAL SERVICES
Only short listed will be contacted
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
Kristy 604.488.9161
Service Clerk / Writer
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BECOME A VOLUNTEER LITERACY or MATH TUTOR and help a child who is struggling to learn! You must have excellent English and/or math skills, and enjoy working with children. Tutoring locations in both Surrey & Langley. Extensive training provided. Surrey information sessions held on either Monday, January 5th or Tuesday, January 6th at 7 PM the Learning Disabilities Association office, #201 - 13766 - 72 Ave. Langley information session held on Wednesday, January 7th at 7 PM at Douglas Park School, 5409-206 St. Langley Pre-register at 604-591-5156. Info: www.Ldafs.org
Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...
This is a full-time position at the Surrey location. • Applicant must have service counter experience. • Applicant should also have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word. • Excellent communication skills, a pleasant manner, good customer relations and working under pressure are a must.
PERSONAL SERVICES
Advertising Sales Representative
Please submit your resume with a cover letter by Friday, January 23, 2015 to: Kelly Myers The Langley Times, #102-20258 Fraser Highway, Langley, B.C. V3A 4R3 or email to admanager@langleytimes.com No phone calls please.
The Surrey Leader has an opening for an Advertising Sales Representative. By joining an award winning community newspaper serving Surrey/North Delta, you can realize your full potential while contributing to one of the fastest growing communities in Canada. The team environment at The Leader will inspire you to the highest level of customer partnership and reward your motivated approach to excellence. The ideal candidate will have to be a strong communicator, well organized, self motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. The Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines are a must. Competitive Base Salary, Commission, Cell and Car Allowance. A car and a valid drivers license is required.
www.blackpress.ca
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www.langleytimes.com
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
The Leader is part of Black Press, Canada's largest private independent newspaper company with more than 100 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii. Send your resume with cover letter by December 31st, 2014. Shaulene Burkett admanager@surreyleader.com The Surrey Leader #200-5450 152nd Street, Surrey, BC V3S 5J9
The
www.blackpress.ca
Leader
“White Rock & South Surrey’s Leading Renovator since 1989”
Designing and renovating new kitchens, bathrooms, basements, house make-overs and additions since 1989
Call for FREE in-home consultation In-house design team and cabinet shop
www.mpbconstruction.com b Showroom: Unit 62 - 15515 24th Ave. (at King George Blvd.) Tel: 604-538-9622
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS FULL RENO’S, NEW KITCHEN & BATHS, QUICK HANDYMAN FIX-UP
All trades at your disposal within your budget, with timely and quality workmanship.
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MOVING & STORAGE
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356
RUBBISH REMOVAL
AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
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Blake and his Dad make a positive difference in your life by providing quality workmanship delivered with integrity.
Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip. Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men BIG OR SMALL MOVES Start $45/hr ~ All size trucks Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca
.Hayden Painting 778-229-0236 Family Owned & Operated
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PLUMBING
BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
~We accept Visa & Mastercard~
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING
Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
Licensed, Insured, WCB
www.starttofin.ca
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
RENE’S SPRAY & BRUSH PAINTING
FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. (604)596-2841
778-855-5361
INTERIOR/EXTERIOR
Repairs & Reno’s, Sundecks & Additions, New Homes
MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
European Quality Workmanship
A Gas Fitter 0 Plumber RENOS & REPAIRS Excellent price on Hot Water Tanks Furnace, Boilers, Plumbing Jobs & Drain Cleaning
CONTRACT OR HOURLY FREE ESTIMATES 26 YEARS IN BUSINESS
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Per Molsen 604-575-1240
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Interior/Exterior Renovations
Renovation Specialist
Quality workmanship since 1968 Commercial - Residential
WCB INSURED
1 ROOM- $59
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MOVING & STORAGE
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B & B MOBILE SERVICES
604-536-6620 FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1973
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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APPLIANCES Peace Arch Appliance Service to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers & dishwashers. Reasonable. Also Appliance Removal Call Mark (604)536-9092
Condos/Apts/Homes Ask our customers about out quality work! 15 yrs Experience
604-614-3416
www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
7.5’’x3.75’’ BLUE METAL Mailbox coin bank. New in original box. $20.00. Good for Christmas Gifts. (778)239-9517
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WHITE ROCK RUBBISH REMOVAL
10% off with this ad
Running this ad for 10yrs
3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour
CALL ROGER 604-
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates. We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes. 778.245.9069
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SHELL BUSEY’S Home Improvements
“OVER 30 YEARS IN HOME IMPROVEMENTS” WE CAN HELP YOU WITH ANY HOME RENOVATION/REPAIR PROJECT DEAL WITH A COMPANY YOUR FAMILY CAN TRUST! CALL TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE Serving White Rock & Surrey
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Unit #7 - 2320 King George Blvd. in South Surrey
604.542.2236
968-0367
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HOMES FOR RENT
CARS - DOMESTIC
2000 LINCOLN LS, fully equipped, 187,000 kms, $2150. MOVING MUST SELL. Phone 604-719-7016
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
The Scrapper
APARTMENT/CONDO 1 & 2 Bedrooms
Well maintained Concrete High Rise in White Rock close to shopping. UTILITIES INCLUDED. NS/NP
Call 604-538-5337
CRESTWOOD MANOR
1321 Foster St.
1 BDRM - $895/MO. IN WELL MAINTAINED NEWLY UPDATED BUILDING. Heat, hot water and secured u/g parking stalls included. No pets, No smoking.
Call: 604-760-7882
Skyline Apts 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites
Hot Water & U/G Parking Incl
Call 604-536-8499 www.cycloneholdings.ca
SOMERSET GARDENS (S. Sry) Family housing 1851 Southmere Crescent E. 2 bdrm apartments starting from $915/mo-$1027/mo. incl. heat. Pet friendly, near all amenities. Community garden.
604-451-6676
~ Fir Apartments ~ 1455 Fir St WHITE ROCK 1 Bdrm units avail now Heat & hot wtr incl. Swimming pool & rec room On site mgr
Call 604-536-0379 White Rock ~ 1243 Best St 1 BDRM SUITE
Southside-Bright & Sunny Top Floor, Hardwood flrs, Balcony. $795/incl heat/hwater 100% SMOKE FREE BLDG NO PETS ~ ADULT ORIENTED
Call 604-536-8428
White Rock 1351 Martin St. 1 bdrm & den blks from shopping & beach. Insuite w/d, gas f/p, new appls, lckr, secure prkg. Quiet bldg, age 45+. N/S, N/P. Avail Jan 1/15-Dec 31/15 $1150. Call Debbie 604-726-9426
WHITE ROCK Bright Bachelor suite Ocean view. $720 incl heat, water, 4x8 storage, pkng. Avail Jan 1st N/S, N/P. Call (604)360-1403.
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
MOVING EVERYTHING MUST GO
Palliser leather sofa and love, Canadian made, 100% top grain leather, dark brown, hardwood frame, removable cushion, excellent condition ... $1650. Queen size bedroom suite, all wood, mahogany colour, bed frame, padded headboard, 2 nightstands, tall boy chest of drawers, large dresser & mirror, like new ... $1200. Sealy Posturepedic box spring and mattress ... $650. Lamps, coffee and end tables, desk, bookcase TV Stand, decor items, pictures, mirrors, dishes etc.
Phone - 604-719-7016
REAL ESTATE 627
HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC
• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-626-9647
PROPERTY OWNERS Big or small properties, WE MANAGE IT ALL! Houses needed for qualified tenants for estimate call:
Alfred 604-889-6807 TENANTS
Houses/Condos/Townhouses Rental units available now www.bcforrentinfo.ca Office: 604-534-7974 Ext: 205 White Rock - FANTASTIC OCEAN VIEW HOME FOR RENT 15444 Royal Ave. 3 bdrm, 2 baths, 2185 sq/ft living space. All appls incl. N/S. Longterm lease. Avail Jan 1st. Ref’s req’d. $3000/mo. Call for more info 604-351-7487.
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White Rock: Central located. 1 bdrm Ground level, corner unit, just renovated, adult oriented. $850/mo. Heat, hot water & parking are incl. Lease required. N/S, N/P. 604-808-6601 or (604)591-1778
Rosemary Centre Surrey, ground floor office/retail unit 526 sq ft.; 2nd floor office spaces from 220 sq ft. to 859 sq ft. in quiet Rosemary area.
Call 536-5639 to view & for rates
WHITE ROCK avail immed. New furnished 1 bdrm, central quiet location, new s/s appls, incl d/w, utils incl Ref req’d $900/m 604-531-8353 WHITE ROCK East, 2 bdrm grnd lvl full bath, pri entry, inste laundry, 1100 sf, 2 car prkg, ocean view & nice patio. 5 Min walk to bus & beach, 10-15 min walk to shopping. N/S. Ref’s req’d. Avail Jan 15th. $900 + 40% utils. (604)771-4797
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HOMES FOR RENT
CRESCENT BEACH. 2 min walk to ocean. 2Bdrms, 2baths, 5appls, lge deck & yd. N/S, sm pet ok. Sep cottage/studio. $1950. 778-960-8077 Email: bandjam@telus.net S. Surrey 1500sf rancher 3 Bdrm 2 bath, 2 car garage, private backyard, 5 new appls, new flooring & new paint throughout, NS/NP. $2000+utils. Jan 1. 604-418-9920 Walnut Grove - large 2200 sq.ft. 4 bdrm. + den on 1 acre. Partially furnished. Dbl. garage. S/S appli. gas fireplace, large family room. N/S. Requires no yard work. $2400 per month. Avail. Dec. 22. 8650 217A Street. Louise 604-888-2226.
SUITES, LOWER
SURREY 168/#10. 2 Bdrm. Dec 15 $900/mo incl laundry, hydro & cable. Close to bus stop & school. N/S. N/P. Call 778-908-3221.
WHITE ROCK penthouse suite with 210 degree ocean & mtn view, 2 bdrm + den, 2 bths, all hardwood flrs, all new appls, in-suite laundry, large deck, n/s, n/p, hot water heat in quiet small apt blk, need to be 45 years and older. Available 2015 Jan 01, $2040/mo, 604-888-1177.
S. SURREY WAREHOUSE; approx 1000 sq.ft., 16’ roll up door, gated, suitable for storage, $700/mo, avail immed. 604-835-6000
OFFICE/RETAIL
3388 Rosemary Hts Cres.
750
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MISC. FOR SALE
2008 SUV Ford Taurus X Ltd, AWD, all options. 125K. Black. $7500/firm Call 604-538-4883
SOUTH SURREY- 2nd Ave. & 176th (truck crossing) 500sf. coach house. Like new condition. 1 bdrm. W/D D/W, laminate floors. $850 incls. cbl. (300 channels) Wi-Fi, utils. Available Now. No pets! N/S Call: (604)312-5763
White Rock. 2 Bdrm, 1 bath, walk to mall/bus. $1225 incl heat/hotwtr, Adult oriented NS/NP. (604)5369565 / (604)765-9565.
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847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
Quiet community oriented living.
2 SINGLE Beds with bedding, 2 dressers & mirror - Like new. $300: (604)536-7440
ALDER, BIRCH, MAPLE MIX. Cut up to 16’’ lengths, split, seasoned, ready to burn. $260 a 4 x 4 x 8 cord delivered. Call 604-339-9077
SCRAP CAR Removal TOP CA$H PAID on the spot. Local Business. www.a1casper.com 604-378-2029
White Rock
UNDER $300
FUEL
#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200 AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
Swimming Pool & All Amenities.
JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865
RELIABLE, SERVICE 7 days a week
PAINT SPECIAL
UNDER $100
1989-90 HOCKEY CARD Collection Mint condition. Worth $200.00. First $100.00 cash takes. (778)239-9517
CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
1-4 Bedroom • Internals • Small & Big Moves • Internals • Single SingleItems Items •• Packing Packing Supplies
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
523
Vincent 543-7776
Emerson’s Contracting 604-312-9209, 604-535-0566
HANDYMAN Home Repair Services - 45 Yrs Exp Call or Text Henry 604-868-5441
OUR BOUVIER got her first puppies! The parent bouviers (imported from Holland) are purebred and have excellent pedigrees. They are gentle, intelligent, energetic and very loyal animals. We enjoy their constant companionship on our family operated cattle ranch. Price: $950. More info: alberscreekranch@hotmail.com
Member of Better Business Bureau
MESA PAINTING INTERIOR and EXTERIOR Quality work at reas rates. Free Est. Michael (cell) 604-724-7458
HOME REPAIRS
RUBBISH REMOVAL
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
~ PRO PAINTERS ~ INTERIOR / EXTERIOR Quality Work, Free Estimates
KITCHENS - BATHRMS CROWN MOULDING SUITES, DECKS, REPAIRS - BUILDING MAINT. REFS. WORK GUARANTEED
288
PETS
2 TINY female hand raised puppies, Yorkie-X. Asking $800. 604-820-8263 or 604-300-3519.
PATRICK’S RUBBISH REMOVAL *Landscape *Trimming *Yard Clean *Const. Clean. *ANYTHING!!! 1 Ton Truck. Call Patrick for Prompt Quality Service @ 604-808-1652.
* Basement Suites* Carport encl. * Sundeck encl. * Siding & Facia * Window Replacement * Roof Repairs
(604)338-5118 40 yrs experience
477
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
Painting, Painting Painting Interior Painting, Walls, Doors, Casings, Homes, Offices, Ceiling Repairs, Finishing, Small Reno’s
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
D interior & exterior renovation D rot repair & restoration D Decks D Fences & much more free estimates. Call Blake or Brian (604)816-1653
TILING
A-1 Ceramics, Marble, Glass blocks etc. Install/Repair. Res./Comm. Free Est. 20 years exp. Peter’s Tile (604)209-0173
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005
604 - 720 - 2009
TRANSPORTATION
ACTIVE SENIOR
. FREE Scrap Metal Removal.
MIRACLE MOVING
736
RENTALS
604-537-4140
START TO FINISH CONTRACTING
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS
RENTALS
MOBILE HOME 20 & King George on self owned lot, 55+ park. Totally remodeled as new, 2 bdrms + den, 2 full baths, 2 car prkg, $105/mo maint. $295,000. (604)809-5974
Call Al 604-970-7083
www.aboveallcontracting.ca
REAL ESTATE
SUITES, UPPER
Have Family or Friends Visiting this Holiday Season? CRESCENT BEACH Fully furnished 3 bdrm upper suite with deck & f/p. Avail now. 2 Parking spots. $1500/wk incl utils. 604-250-5013.
TOWNHOUSES
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Re: The estate of Esme Olive Lothian deceased, formerly of 1222 King George Boulevard, Surrey, British Columbia, V4A 9W6.
Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Esme Olive Lothian are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Christine Diane Allen at 1945-155 Street, Surrey, British Columbia, V4A 7M9 on or before January 30, 2015, after which date the Executrix will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executrix then has notice.
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Thursday, December 11, 2014 Peace Arch News
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2015 PILOT LX 2015 ACCORD LX Lease for
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Weekly on a 60 month term with 260 payments. MSRP $25,745** includes freight and PDI Model shown: CR2E3FE M
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2466 King George Blvd. Surrey 604-536-2111 • www.whiterockhonda.com
bchonda.com bchonda.com ‡In order to achieve $0 down payment, dealer will cover the cost of tire/battery tax, air conditioning tax (where applicable), environmental fees and levies on the 2015 CR-V LX 2WD, Accord LX and Pilot LX only on behalf of the customer. ΩLimited time weekly lease offer based on a new 2015 CR-V LX 2WD model RM3H3FES. ¥1.99% lease APR on a 60 month term with 260 weekly payments O.A.C. Weekly payment, including freight and PDI, is $69.89 based on applying $400.00 lease dollars (which is deducted from the negotiated selling price before taxes). Down payment of $0.00, first weekly payment and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $18,171.40. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 120,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometres. #Limited time weekly lease offer based on a new 2015 Accord LX model CR2E3FE. *1.99% lease APR on a 60 month term with 260 weekly payments O.A.C. Weekly payment, including freight and PDI, is $64.83. Down payment of $0.00, first weekly payment and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $16,855.80. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 120,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometres. †Limited time weekly lease offer based on a new 2015 Pilot LX 2WD model YF3H2FE.††2.99% lease APR on a 60 month term with 260 weekly payments O.A.C. Weekly payment, including freight and PDI, is $105.32. Down payment of $0.00, first weekly payment and $0 security deposit due at lease inception. Total lease obligation is $27,383.20. Taxes, license, insurance and registration are extra. 120,000 kilometre allowance; charge of $0.12/km for excess kilometres. ‡‡$500 Consumer Incentive Dollars “Holiday Bonus” (“Holiday Bonus”) available on any new 2015 CR-V model, purchased or leased and delivered by January 2, 2015 and can be combined with advertised lease and finance rates. “Holiday Bonus” includes GST and PST, as applicable. Visit a participating Honda dealer for eligible products & services applicable to “Holiday Bonus” redemption. Offer ends January 2, 2015 and is subject to change or cancellation without notice. £For more information about the 2015 Motor Trend Sport/Utility of the Year® award, visit http://www.motortrend.com/oftheyear/suv/2015_honda_cr_v_is_the_motor_trend_suv_of_the_year/ **MSRP is $27,685 / $25,745 / $36,795 including freight and PDI of $1,695 based on a new 2015 CR-V LX 2WD model RM3H3FES / Accord LX model CR2E3FE / Pilot LX 2WD model YF3H2FE. License, insurance, registration and taxes are extra and may be required at the time of purchase. ‡/Ω/¥/*/#/†/††/**/‡‡ Prices and/or payments shown do not include a PPSA lien registration fee of $30.31 and lien registering agent’s fee of $5.25, which are both due at time of delivery and covered by the dealer on behalf of the customer on the 2015 CR-V LX 2WD, Accord LX and Pilot LX only. Offers valid from December 2nd, 2014 through January 2nd, 2015 at participating Honda retailers. Dealer may sell/lease for less. Dealer trade may be necessary on certain vehicles. Offers valid only for British Columbia residents at BC Honda Dealers locations. Offers subject to change or cancellation without notice. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.bchonda.com or see your Honda retailer for full details.