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‘Study new pool options first’ Coun. Robson suggests downtown city site

By Phi l M elnyc h u k pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com

Maple Ridge is about to start its $5.5-million renovation of the Maple Ridge Leisure Centre pool, but on Monday Coun. Gordy Robson continued brainstorming alternatives to Robson that plan.

Robson said earlier that the current pool should be bulldozed and a new, larger pool be built in its place.

Then at council’s strategic planning session, he suggested a new pool be built on the three acres of land the city owns on Selkirk Avenue between 226th and 227th streets.

“If you want to go spend it, spend it. But I’d like to look at the concept of tearing the pool down and build the proper one that we could use for tourism in our community,” he told councillors.

The existing pool could be kept open while construction is underway, then once the new pool is complete, the existing Leisure Centre could be torn down and a convention centre, with a small hotel could be built in its place, as originally planned.

He wanted council to delay proceeding with the engineering study for the pool renovations until council had heard from the YMCA, which has built several pools in Metro Vancouver in partnership with municipalities.

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Sheridan Hill residents Darcey Heath (left) and Rachel Robichaud and stand just above their homes, where a new gravel quarry would excavate.

‘Crushing hill would be a crime’ Public consultation process required

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Pitt Meadows residents who are rallying to stop a quarry that would take 30 metres off the top of Sheridan Hill were celebrating an early victory on Tuesday morning.

About 40 protestors with placards met on Tuesday morning at the office of Pitt MeadowsMaple Ridge MLA Doug Bing.

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While Bing was not there to speak with them, staff had some encouraging words. They were in touch with the Ministry of Mines and said it will be requiring a full public consultation process of the quarry operators.

Pitt Meadows Mayor John Becker has also heard a full public consultation process will take place, which the ministry confirmed on Tuesday. It will include a public meeting in June.

Rachel Robichaud, one of the organizers of the quarry protesters, said a public consultation is significant because it means an

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initial March 13 deadline for the city and Katzie First Nations to offer comments would be extended.

“It’s a small victory – a start,” she said.

About 150 people met at her property on McNeil Road on Saturday to organize their opposition to the quarry. Most own houses that would be close to the proposed quarry.

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Changes to support payments a big help Will assist mothers flee abusive relationships

By Phil M elnyc h u k pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com

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ext school year will be easier for Rebecca Bodo.

She’ll be able to buy school clothes for her five-yearold daughter Sophey, and when it comes time for the class photos she won’t have to scramble and scrape together the cash for the photographer’s fee.

That’s because the Liberal government has changed its policy on clawing back family support payments from moms who are receiving income or disability assistance.

Finance Minister Mike de Jong announced the change Feb. 17.

“It’s a miracle,” said Bodo, a Maple Ridge mother on disability income. “It’s going to benefit us beyond what I expected.”

As of Sept. 1, she’ll be able to keep the $400 a month that her ex-husband sends from Alberta for child support.

Prior, that amount has been clawed back from the $1,242 she gets in monthly disability income assistance for food, clothing and car expenses.

She uses the food bank to stretch out her income – after paying the $510 rent for a subsidized apartment and $225 for car insurance.

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Rebecca Bodo can now set up a registered disability income saves plan for her daughter, Sophey. appropriate for her age.”

She’ll also be able to start a registered disability income savings plan for her daughter, who’s autistic, so that her child will have something when she grows up.

With the extra cash, she might be able to afford swimming lessons for her daughter.

Bodo told her story last November about getting by without the

support from her ex husband as part of a decade-long policy of the provincial government.

But she was glad her predicament was made public so people heard about it.

The campaign to get the government to change course took place on a few fronts. The NDP opposition raised the topic.

Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows

MLA Doug Bing tried unsuccessfully to get the Liberal convention to discuss the issue, and in September the City of Maple Ridge sent a resolution to the Union of B.C. Municipalities, asking that families be allowed to keep $300 a month in support payments.

Bodo, though, figures it was the looming court action that forced the government’s move.

“The class action lawsuit would have been pretty embarrassing for the Liberal government to acknowledge the wrong-doing.”

The Community Legal Assistance Society, along with three single mothers, last October launched a challenge of the government’s policy.

Bodo said allowing mothers to keep child-support payments will make it easier for them to leave abusive relationships because they can expect more financial support.

“It’s a huge step forward in giving women the freedom to leave the relationship.”

Maple Ridge Mayor Nicole Read welcomed the government turnaround.

“This is great news for families who are struggling to raise families under tough circumstances.”

It’s a reminder that resolutions to regional bodies, “can have a huge impact on policy decisions at the provincial and federal level.”

According to budget documents, 3,200 families and 5,400 children on income and disability assistance will benefit from the change which takes effect Sept. 1.

Maple Ridge submitted the resolution last September.

Steven Lamothe, chair of Maple Ridge’s social planning advisory committee, said one of the goals of the committee is to promote policies that eliminate poverty.

“This is great news for all children and families in Maple Ridge.”

Coun. Bell turned down developer donations She now favours limits on campaign spending

By Phil M elnyc h u k pmelnychuk@mapleridgenews.com

An extra $2,300 would have come in handy, but Coun. Corisa Bell decided to say no to donations from developers and builders in last November’s civic election.

Bell returned that amount of money, which represents the total from several donors, with an explanation as to why she wouldn’t accept such contributions.

“Although campaigns are expensive and I certainly appreciate your financial support, I believe right now there’s trust to be rebuilt in the community.

“Currently, accepting building donations sends a message to the public that I do not make decisions independently. For this reason, I will

need to politely decline, and your cheque is enclosed.”

Bell, who spent $8,988 in the campaign, about half of that her own funds and the rest from individual donations, said people care about how politicians get their money to run their campaigns.

“It’s definitely something the public wants to know about. I have been asked about it quite a bit.”

Bell said in a release last week that the lack of services and constant tax increases have caused people to lose trust in both council and developers.

She added that she favours limits on campaign spending.

In 2010, a provincial government task force examining municipal elections called for major changes to local campaigns. While the government later implemented four-year terms, there were no limits on campaign contributions.

However, spending limits could be in

place by 2018.

Unlike previously, few on council accepted large corporate donations in the November election.

Coun. Bob Masse got a $100 donation from auto business owner Marv Jones, an in-kind donation for creative services of $500 from Ramirez Creative, and $350 from Thredz Uniforms.

Craig Speirs received small contributions from individuals, while chipping in $4,749 himself on his campaign.

Tyler Shymkiw received $300 from Thermacoustic Industries International and the same amount from Debra-Anne and Leonard Walters. Deb Walters is the former Pitt Meadows mayor and Shymkiw ran her previous campaign. He also received another $200 from Meadowbrook Developments.

Shymkiw also drew from his own bank account to pay for his campaign, contributing more than $16,000 of his own money for the

cause.

Gordy Robson, a former mayor, spent only $2,000 of his own money for the campaign, while Mayor Nicole Read paid for her entire campaign, the costs of which exceeded $50,000.

Only one councillor relied heavily on union donations for campaign costs.

Kiersten Duncan received $6,400 from Canadian Union of Public Employee contributions and the Hospital Employees Union. That’s just below the $7,720 she received from individuals.

In total, she received $14,353 in contributions, with 23 of those for amounts less than $100.

Duncan said she’s not influenced into voting in favour of her contributors.

“I make no guarantee that I will vote in any particular direction on any issue.”

Duncan spent $15,753 in the 2014 election, about 10 times more than in the 2011 election.

After losing a bid for a council seat in that election, she focused in the intervening three years on raising support for the 2014 election.

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MLA Bing opposes Pitt quarry proposal Quarry from front

The new one would be 7.2 hectares in size, fronting McNeil Road, and would see 240,000 tonnes of gravel removed each year for five years.

The elevation of the historic hill would drop from 75 to 45m.

On Saturday, local politicians and residents spoke about their plans to oppose the quarry. They have a Facebook campaign, and a petition that garnered 675 signatures on the first day, and a campaign to barrage the mines ministry with emails.

Coun. Bruce Bell told the crowd that staunch opposition the quarry will be the key.

“This what it’s going to take – this is going to be a political decision out of Victoria,” he said. “This is not a fit for Pitt

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Protestors outside MLA Doug Bing’s office on Tuesday.

Meadows.”

Former NDP MLA Michael Sather echoed that sentiment, noting that Pitt MeadowsMaple Ridge has not been a

staunch Liberal riding. That will be in the residents’ favor, he added, as Mines Minister Bill Bennett considers the quarry issue.

“Keep up the pressure on the minister.”

Becker noted that the city lost a fight to limit gravel extraction on Sheridan Hill in 2011, when Lafarge’s extraction permit was extended.

But Becker added: “We’ve got a helluva lot stronger team on the field this time.”

Ken Worley, Robichaud’s husband, said Sheridan Hill residents were shocked to learn about the quarry last week, and how close it will be to their homes.

“From the back of my house, it’s 100 feet,” he said. “There will be no property value. It will be horrible.”

Already, the quarry on the north side of the hill rattles his home when explosives are used.

“At 4 p.m. every day the

ground shakes,” he said.

Worley can’t imagine the impact of blasting on the south side.

“It’ll be in my living room.”

He said the hill is a wild area, but he and other residents walk across it through an old road. He sees deer and eagles.

“There’s a lot of people who come out here and enjoy the area, going to Pitt Lake or cycling – there’s so many events that go on around here. To crush it would be a crime.”

The home of Aaron and Darcey Heath would be bordered by the quarry on two sides. Her family was devastated to hear about the proposal.

Her seven-year-old son said: “’So we wouldn’t be able to play in the forest some days?’

And I said, ‘No, honey, you wouldn’t be able to play in

the forest ever again.’ And he just burst into tears. I cried all night.”

Not able to sleep, she got up at 3:30 a.m. and posted a Facebook photo of her two sons atop Sheridan Hill, with a post about what was happening.

That was shared to 700 different walls, and was the beginning of an organized opposition to the quarry.

“This is a sanctuary to us,” Robichaud said of the hill.

“You can tell by the turnout – people are not going to let this go down without a big fight.”

Bing opposes the new quarry and said ministry officials were meeting Tuesday to discuss it.

“I’m not in favour of what they are doing there, and I want to have a good look at it.”

The application for the quarry is being made by Meadows Quarry and lists Bob McLean as the company representative.

They could not be reached for comment.

Notice of Public Hearing TAKE NOTICE THAT a Public Hearing will be held in the Council Chamber of the Municipal Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, North-East corner entrance, at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 17, 2015 to consider the following bylaws: 1) 2014-037-RZ

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RS-1b (One Family Urban [Medium Density] Residential) and RS-3 (One Family Rural Residential)

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To permit a future subdivision of approximately 12 lots.

MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDING BYLAW NO. 7095-2014 LEGAL:

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3) MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDING BYLAW NO. 7136-2015

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Text amendment as shown below:

FROM:

RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential)

TO:

R-1 (Residential District)

PART 2 INTERPRETATION, is amended by addition of the following definitions in the correct alphabetical order:

PURPOSE:

To permit future subdivision into approximately two lots.

CHEQUE CASHING CENTRE use means any premises where the business of cashing cheques or negotiable instruments for a fee charged or chargeable to the payee of the cheque or the payee’s agent is carried on.

PAYDAY LOAN use means the business of offering, arranging or providing payday loans (as defined in the Business Practices and Consumer Protection Act, S.B.C. 2004 c.2, as amended, and regulated by the Payday Loans Regulation, B.C. Reg. 57/2009, as amended) to consumers.

PART 2 INTERPRETATION the definition of “FINANCIAL SERVICES” is amended by deleting the words ‘cheque cashing service’ and adding the words identified in bold text: FINANCIAL SERVICES - means a bank, trust company, savings and loans, credit unions, income tax services, bookkeeping, and similar uses providing financial services to the public but excludes cheque cashing centre or payday loan use.

2) 2014-016-RZ

Part 4 GENERAL REGULATIONS, section 401 Uses of Land, Buildings and Structures, section (3) Prohibited Uses of Land, Buildings and Structures is amended by addition of clause (f) to read: Cheque cashing centres and payday loan uses.

MAPLE RIDGE ZONE AMENDING BYLAW NO. 7083-2014

PURPOSE:

LEGAL:

West Half Lot 2 Except: Firstly: Parcel A (Reference Plan 13881) and Secondly: Parcel A (Reference Plan 84990), Thirdly: Part subdivided by Plan LMP1641, Section 16, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan1676; Parcel A (Reference Plan 13881) West Half Lot 2 Except: Parcel B (Reference Plan 84991), Section 16, Township 12, New Westminster District, Plan 1676

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23908 and 23920 Dewdney Trunk Road

To prohibit payday loan companies and cheque cashing centres from future operation in Maple Ridge.

AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that a copy of the aforesaid bylaws and copies of staff reports and other information considered by Council relevant to the matters contained in the bylaws will also be available for public inspection at the Municipal Hall, Planning Department counter, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. from March 5, 2015 to March 17, 2015, Saturdays, Sundays and Statutory Holidays excepted. Some of this information will also be posted on the City website www.mapleridge.ca on the Your Government /Meet Your Council/Council Meetings page.

ALL PERSONS who deem themselves affected by any of these bylaws shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to be heard at the Public Hearing before Council on the matters contained in the bylaws or by making a written submission to the attention of the Manager of Legislative Services or by sending an e-mail to the Clerk’s Department at clerks@mapleridge.ca, by 4:00 p.m., March 17, 2015. Please note that all written submissions provided in response to this consultation will become part of the public record which includes the submissions being made available for public inspection.

Dated this this 5th day of March, 2015.

Ceri Marlo Manager of Legislative Services

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Make who pay?

News flash: New referendum poll finds strong lead for No side.

When everyone wakes up after the votes are counted and the 0.5 per cent transit tax has been voted down, if the polls are to be believed, who will notice?

Buses will still be crowded during rush hour.

Traffic will still be gridlocked at choke points throughout the region. And buses will run infrequently at night or not at all.

Of course, No spokesperson Jordan Bateman of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation will be pleased and can update his LinkedIn account to apply for better jobs while Premier Christy Clark can check off an election campaign promise, a referendum on transportation financing that was doomed from the start.

Let’s face it, as we know from the HST vote, it’s hard to convince people to pay more taxes now for a future benefit, but easy to tap into public anger about government spending, regardless of how out of context or inaccurate the information on which the anger is based.

TransLink is the straw man in this debate — also the scapegoat and the scourge — and to beat down this perceived demon, people would rather have crappy roads and transit well into the future.

It’s crazy, but in the aftermath of the transit referendum, it will be too late to reconsider.

That’s because the only opportunity to prove that the Yes side might have been right won’t come for another 10 or 20 years.

By then, many of the folks who are on different sides of this vote will be retired or dead, and their kids will be dealing with the fallout from referendum results.

These are today’s college and high school students who will be saddled with the hefty retirement pensions for those who voted against the proposed sales tax hike. They’re the ones who will be sitting in gridlock or waiting for buses and who will see good jobs disappear to places with better transportation infrastructure.

They might wonder, those taxpayers of tomorrow, whether an opportunity to do something better was lost along the way.

But that’s OK, because we’ll have given TransLink a smack on the nose and, for today at least, that seems to be the most important thing.

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Seniors’ advocate strikes a chord VICTORIA – B.C.’s new seniors’ advocate has issued her second report, and the media mostly ignored it.

When this new office was promised by a campaigning Premier Christy Clark two years ago, I suggested that B.C. already has 85 seniors’ advocates. B.C. Views They’re called MLAs, Tom Fletcher and inquiries go to their local offices.

Much to the chagrin of the opposition, Seniors’ Advocate Isobel Mackenzie’s mandate is not to pursue individual cases, and so she won’t be serving up a fresh assortment of horror stories to embarrass the government.

Instead, it is to look for “systemic challenges” and recommend ways to deal with them. The latest report is based on a survey of more than 500 seniors from around the province, and the key finding was not what she expected.

“We were surprised to learn of the lack of awareness among seniors, particularly lowincome seniors, of government programs and the subsidies available to assist them,” Mackenzie said.

The survey found that 60 per cent of seniors living on $30,000 or less annual income didn’t know they are eligible for discounts on Medical Services Plan premiums.

For income less than $22,000, the entire $864 cost of individual MSP premiums is waived.

Other frequently overlooked programs are a monthly rent subsidy called Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER), grants for disability modifications called Home Adaptations for Independence, drug cost assistance called Fair Pharmacare, property tax deferment and the federal Guaranteed Income Supplement program. Those older than 75 with income of less than $30,000 reported the lowest awareness of assistance designed specifically for them. But you don’t get these benefits unless you apply and show that your income qualifies.

The survey also found that the biggest fear of low-income seniors is that they won’t be able to afford to stay in their homes. See home adaptation, property tax and rent subsidy programs above.

Awareness and usage of the SAFER program was lowest in the north and highest in urban areas, perhaps not surprising since the B.C. government exists more in theory than in fact in many remote places.

So what should the government do about this? Well, it could advertise these programs. The government does lots of advertising, but not about old news like the SAFER program, which dates back to the 1970s.

Clark’s government did a whack of advertising in the election year, 2013. Much of it was about the B.C. Jobs Plan, heavy on the hardhats and blueprint-style graphics and arc welding and stuff like that.

Then last year the government’s big ad campaign was around the teachers’ strike, and the payments to parents to help with child care while teachers demanded twice as big a raise as all the other unions.

Education Minister Peter Fassbender is still bragging about the response rate for $40-a-day parental strike pay, which was snapped up by almost 100 per cent of eligible parents. This demonstrates that the government can indeed give away money with great efficiency, just by telling people how to get it.

The NDP’s version of seniors’ advocacy is to find the most tragic problems from complaints coming into constituency offices, and use those to ambush the government.

“We were surprised to learn of the lack of awareness among seniors, particularly low-income seniors, of government programs and the subsidies available to assist them.”

Isobel Mackenzie, B.C. Seniors’ Advocate A popular choice is an elderly couple who have to be separated because their medical needs are too different to keep them in the same facility. TV news loves that one. People cry on camera and denounce politicians for being heartless, as if the health minister stayed up late plotting how to break their granny’s heart.

Maybe this seniors’ advocate wasn’t such a bad idea after all.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.

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THE NEWS/letters ‘I would vote no’ Editor, The News: I am only 17 years old, but I wish I could vote on the TransLink sale tax.

The CEO of TransLink is apparently worth $275,000 a year more then our premier, who is responsible for our whole province. That’s like paying an apprentice 243 per cent more than a journeyman.

About 40 per cent of TransLink security officers make $100,000 or more a year.

The inflated salaries and huge bonuses they get make me wish so bad I could vote against this tax. TransLink should be held accountable for its spending.

If TransLink brought down the inflated wages and got better control of spending, then almost everyone I know would probably vote yes.

We aren’t against better public transit. I’ve only been driving for less than a year.

I know how important public transit is. I know, though, that even if TransLink did tighten the belt on spending, the savings would not pay for the all the upgrades. But if its gets this extra sales tax without having to do any cuts to wages and spending, what do you think will happen? TransLink will just give itself higher wages and bigger bonuses. It should have to work harder for the extra money, just like how we will have to work harder to provide them with that money.

Austin Towne Maple Ridge

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‘It’s our Burnaby Mountain’ Editor, The News: Re: New gravel mine riles residents (The News, March 6).

My sincere sympathy to the residents of McNeil Road.

The properties surrounding the quarry expansion are old farming properties that are, to me, part of the very heritage of Pitt Meadows.

I am sure the residents have lived there in peace for years, if not decades.

The idea of destroying the landscape that surrounds them feels like a violation of some basic human right.

Hundreds of us walk, run and horseback along the dikes on McNeil Rd. and recover a sense of peace and nature by enjoying the view.

Every morning I see a pair of eagles flying around Sheridan Hill, as well as countless blue herons and waterfowl. There are a pair of Kingfishers that swoop around the dikes, chattering away. Every day we enjoy these simple pleasures.

Expanding the quarry will destroy all of that forever – no more peace and quiet, no more mountain.

Instead, we will be faced with witnessing the daily destruction of what we hold dear.

Pitt Meadows residents, we need to unite and fight this one.

This is our Burnaby Mountain.

If all else fails, I see myself chained to a tree in the near future.

Lynn Blatta Pitt Meadows

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With cities unable to release details, such as location, the result is “a facility popping up on a parcel of ALR land in a residential neighbourhood without prior notice to our residents. That’s not good enough.

“Medical marijuana facilities are a permitted use on Agricultural Land Reserve designated lands and municipalities have received instruction from the province that they are not to be prohibited.”

Read, though, appreciated the numbered company, associated with Tantalus Labs out of Vancouver, holding a public information meeting March 23, at 6 p.m., at Whonnock Lake Centre, to discuss the Whonnock greenhouse.

In December 2012, Federal Minister of Health Leona Aglukkaq announced the new program called Marijuana for Medical Purposes Regulation at a media conference held at Maple Ridge’s Fire Hall No. 1.

The regulation encouraged large-scale commercial medical marijuana facilities while phasing out personal medical grow permits.

However, the federal legislation is being challenged in court.

With a court challenge of the ban on personal medical grow operations underway and the government slow in awarding medical grow licences, and some parts of the U.S. outright legalizing recreational pot, the industry is in transition.

“It’s not a question of the merits of the industry,” Read said.

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Currently, Maple Ridge is spending $1.5 million a year to operate the Leisure Centre, Robson added.

He said the pool should be

accessible by transit, which isn’t available in Albion flats on Lougheed Highway and 105th Avenue, where it has also been suggested a new pool be built. “I’d like us to move ahead quickly and boldly,� Robson said.

But Coun. Kiersten Duncan said it wasn’t the time. “I just don’t think it’s appropriate in the current context.�

Coun. Craig Speirs said he welcomed the discussion. “A 50-metre pool is what we need,� but it has to be part of sports complex rather than convention centre.

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Premium Assistance, which subsidizes MSP premiums, is an example where seniors living on $22,000 or less could save up to $864 per year. However, 60 per cent of seniors surveyed, living on $30,000/year or less, reported they don’t know about the program.

The survey, conducted in late 2014, surveyed seniors’ knowledge and awareness of a range of programs and grants designed to support them, including the Shelter Aid for Elderly Renters (SAFER), Medical Service Plan Premium Assistance, Fair Pharmacare, Property Tax Deferment Program, Home Adaptations for Independence and the federal Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) programs.

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Police have arrested a Langley man they think was involved in a bank robbery last Wednesday in Maple Ridge.

Ridge Meadows RCMP said at about 3:30 p.m., a man walked into the Bank of Montreal on 206th Street and Lougheed Highway, indicated he had a gun and demanding money, then took off.

When police arrived, they saw someone who matched the general description of the suspect and arrested him.

“The bank employees did everything right,” said Const. Amanda Harnett. “They kept themselves safe and provided police key identifying features of the male, which led to his arrest a short distance away as he fled the scene.”

Thomas Dennis Prosser, 36, appeared in Port Coquitlam provincial court Thursday, charged with robbery. He next appears March 12.

Taxi cab taken Police are looking for the public’s help trying to solve an old case from January involving the highjacking of a taxi cab.

Just before 1 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 27, a cab driver picked up a fare on Waresley Street in Hammond, near 116th Avenue.

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The driver got out of the cab and the fare climbed into the driver’s seat and took off.

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“Fortunately, the victim in this crime was not injured. This is due, in part, to the fact he co-operated with the suspect and kept himself out of harm’s way,” Insp. Dan Splinter said.

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Maple Ridge has no plans to walk away from the Pitt Meadows Regional Airport and leave the economic generator entirely to Pitt Meadows.

“There seems to be an appetite in Pitt Meadows to take over the airport and there’s no appetite for that in Maple Ridge,” Mayor Nicole

Read said last week.

“Now that we’ve sort of asserted our interest in the airport, we see the airport forming part of our economic development going forward.”

Both councils discussed the facility at a joint meeting last week.

After the federal government got out of running airports in the w, Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows took on joint ownership in 1997 by

becoming equal members of the Pitt Meadows Airport Society.

But a Maple Ridge staff report says that ownership has had lots of discussion and that Pitt Meadows has frequently suggested that Maple Ridge abandon its ownership.

The report said the question of ownership has impeded the airport’s planning ability to report regularly to its members.

Pitt Meadows Mayor John Becker,

though, welcomed Maple Ridge’s renewal of interest.

“As far as I’m concerned, that’s great. It’s a regional economic generator.”

He said it was important that both councils have the same information on the airport.

Read said Maple Ridge will have a workshop with Pitt Meadows to review how the airport works.

Pitt Meadows Coun. Bruce Bell

doesn’t see the airport as a problem between the two cities.

He’d like both cities to create a business plan for the airport. But any major expansion of the airport needs to be done in consultation with the community, he said.

“The airport needs to be a good neighbour.”

Bell pointed out that Pitt Meadows has given tax breaks to the airport, because it lies within its borders, but Maple Ridge can’t do that.

On the other hand, he added, Pitt Meadows also benefits by attracting airport-related businesses and licences.

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The Kanaka Creek elementary KC Kids’ Choir will take centre stage with Charlotte Diamond for a performance at the ACT on Thursday, March, 12 at 7 p.m.

This year, Diamond is celebrating 30 years of entertaining children and their families since the release of her Juno Award-winning debut album 10 Carrot Diamond in 1985.

As a former choral teacher in New Westminster, Diamond said she is delighted to be performing with the talented Kanaka Creek elementary KC Kids’ Choir.

Diamond has been a frequent performer at the ACT in Maple Ridge and in the Tri-Cities area. Her latest CD, 24 Carrot Diamond – the Best of Charlotte Diamond, features 24 well-known favourites, such as Four Hugs a Day, Each of Us Is a Flower, The Hug Bug, Dicky Dinosaur, I am a Pizza, Octopus (Slippery Fish) and La Bamba.

Also, for young families, she recently released her first Children’s board book, Slippery Fish in Hawaii, based on her well-loved song, Octopus (Slippery Fish).

In addition to performing close to home, Diamond will be presenting her award-winning music at concerts and conferences throughout Canada and the U.S. this summer.

Diamond said she hopes to inspire families to enjoy singing and playing

Of Clay, Wattles and Cloth March 7 - April 25, 2015 Mixed media artist, Melanie Thompson; ceramic artist, Claire Olivier; and fibre artist, Kaija Rautiainen share the spotlight as they bring together a collection of their work imbued with both natural and formal elements.

Charlotte Diamond & the KC Kids Choir Thursday, March 12 7:00 p.m.

Come out for a fun family concert of great music with beloved children’s performer and recording artist Charlotte Diamond.

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Charlotte Diamond is celebrating 30 years of entertaining children. musically with their children.

This year, Diamond is joined by her son, Matt Diamond, on electric guitar and vocal harmonies.

Diamond said the performance is also engaging with the audience. She said she encourages families to bring maracas and shakers to join in the fun for lots of the songs.

Diamond said her concerts appeal to all ages, from preschoolers to the “young at heart.”

Tickets Tickets are $13 and are available at the ACT, 604-476-2787 or theactmapleridge.org.

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Ramblers girls place 10th in province

Hometown heroes Jackson Chmiliar of the Ridge Meadows Rustlers bantam A2 team tries a wraparound shot during a game against the NW Calgary Bronks in the Hometown Hockey Hero tournament, held March 6-9. Two Ridge teams played in tournament finals.

The local bantams lost the Tier 4 final by a score of 6-1 to the Kamloops Raiders, and the Rustlers pee wees lost the Tier 4 final to the North Okanagan Knights 4-3.

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The Ridge Meadows Rustlers bantam A1 team pulled off the rare feat of winning the president’s trophy in the tough first flight this year.

The Rustlers went 6-11-3 during the regular season, but coach Mitch Bartley said the players gave their opponents too much credit early in the season.

“I don’t think they understood how good we really were,” said Bartley.

The team was hit by a lot of key injuries, and finished ninth out of 13 teams after regular season play.

They started the playoffs with a

3-2 win over Langley, but then ran into a tough Burnaby Winter Club squad that beat them twice, and dropped them from the prestigious Final Four, and into the President’s Trophy.

There, they had two wins over Abbotsford, a tie with Hollyburn and a loss to Semiahmoo.

“It was a team effort – different guys stepped up in different situations,” said Bartley.

“They were more of a crash-andbang type of group,” he said. “They won their share of battles. And we had some finesse, and some shooters.”

The Rustlers needed a tie-breaker against Hollyburn to decide the

presidents trophy final, but Ridge faced a depleted opponent. Hollyburn was wracked by suspensions, after an ugly game against Semiahmoo that saw an ambulance and police called to deal with fighting in the stands.

So, Hollyburn had only seven players for the final game.

Being competitive at the top level again is a big step for Ridge Meadows Minor hockey, and Bartley gives a lot of credit to the association’s emphasis on skill development the past two seasons.

“It’s a huge accomplishment for the guys on that team and the association. Three years ago, we were in flight three.”

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The team: goaltenders Matteo Petrelli and Jorrin Lenton; defencemen Dylan Ford, Zach Wismer, Niklas Pederson, Emmett Garrett, Nicholas Thomson and Sean McCloskey; forwards Colby Larson, Dylan Tonks, Devon Taylor, Conner Williamson, Taylor Lewis, Ryan Denney, Jakob Mainhout, Nicholas Amsler and Isaac Tomic.

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A disappointing start dashed all hope of a B.C. title, as Kelowna beat Maple Ridge by a score of 47-36 in their tournament opener on Wednesday night.

Jane Grisley led the scoring with 14 points and had 12 rebounds, six blocked shots and six assists. Kate Head had 13 points and four steals.

On Thursday, the Ramblers beat North Peace by a score of 79-32, as Grisley scored 26 with nine rebounds, and Kate Head had 18 points.

Then Ridge beat Claremont 43-42 in an eventful game. They lost their leading scorer, Grisley, to injury. She jumped up for a ball and came down on an opposing player’s leg, wrenching her knee in the fall.

With her sidelined, Ridge had to battle back from a 15-point deficit in the third quarter to earn the win.

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Head scored 11 with eight assists, and Paige Bell had nine rebounds and eight points.

Saturday they lost to the Handsworth Royals 61-46, with Grisley out of the lineup. Head had 19 points, and Kate Meredith had nine points and seven rebounds.

Head had 61 points in the tournament, for an average of 15.2 per game, which was good for 13th in the tourney.

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Dmytro, Enna, Steve, Dorothy, Harry, Nick, Pearl, Mike, Nestor and Bill. Youth was spent farming the family homestead, time spent in the Air Force, then he settled in Vancouver and married Yvonne Joyce Robbins, daughter of Arthur and Edith, in 1955. He worked for Esco, then Sandvik Steel. Nick loved time spent with family, friends and dog Patches. Survived by his wife, Yvonne. Daughter Paulette Webster and children Jeffrey - wife Anna and great

GORMLEY, Kevin Laurence April 27, 1933 - March 1, 2015 EASTON - Harley It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Harley on March 2, 2015 at the age of 56.

Harley will be forever missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Rosanne of 21 years their son Joel, his family and numerous friends. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 14th, 2015 at 1:00 pm at Garden Hill Funeral Chapel, 11765-224th St, Maple Ridge.

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Daughter Donna-Lee Berard husband Charlie and children Alexa, Miranda, Danica. His brother Bill Buchkowsy and family, and sister Pearl and family, and many other relatives.

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EASTON, Arnold James January 21, 1932 March 5, 2015 BEHNISH, Gregory Terrence April 19, 1970 - March 2, 2015 Greg passed away suddenly on March 2, 2015 at his home in Mission, BC. Greg is survived by his loving wife Connie, son Jesse, son Oscar and daughter Ali, mother Terry, dad Dennis, sister Antonia Ife (Michael); sister Kirsten Cooper; nieces Dawn Ife (Elijah), Michelle Ife (Barry), Kara Cooper; Nephews Lucas Ife and Dominic Cooper as well as his great nephews William, Jake and Ryker. Loved by all his family and friends, he will be greatly missed. Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, March 12, 2015 at 2pm at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 22587 121 Ave. Maple Ridge.

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Family and Friends are saddened to hear the passing of Arnie from cancer at the McKenney Creek Hospice in Maple Ridge. Pre-Deceased by his parents Bob & Alvina and brother Ralph. Survived by his wife Pam, son Barry (Tanya) daughter Lori (Darcy) and granddaughters Kim & Haylie; brother George, sister Lucille, many nieces & nephews and great nieces & nephews, and great great nieces & nephews.

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HENDRICKSON, George Walter George Hendrickson, 68, of Maple Ridge, BC, passed away celebrating amongst family & friends on Sunday, March 1, 2015. He was born on February 28, 1947 in Vancouver, BC to the late Lionel and Marie Martha Hendrickson. George is survived by his sister Carol Anderson, brother Victor (Pat); daughter Crystal (Richard) Zaal, stepson David (Nelly) Brummitt, stepdaughter Serena Balthes; grandchildren Ruby Zaal, Ben and Matthew Brummitt, Justin Lehmann, & Soren and Lorie Balthes; his nephews Keith, Christopher, Jay, Rusty, Craig, Scott, and Troy; 11 great-nephews and great-nieces; cousins, friends and neighbours. George loved to make people laugh, so join us in remembering the good times at a Celebration of his Life held on Saturday, Mar14th between 4pm and 8pm at the Dartford Social House (Formerly Bailey’s Pub) at 11232 Dartford St., Maple Ridge, BC.

It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Kevin Gormley, late of Maple Ridge, BC after a brief battle with cancer.

Born in County Armagh, Northern Ireland, the 9th of 10 children to Joseph and Clare Gormley (nee Merry), Kevin grew up on the family farm but knew there would be much more in his future. After spending two years sailing the world in the merchant navy, he emigrated to Canada in 1955. By the end of 1957, he had met and married Mae Davey from Burnaby. Together they built their lives and raised three children on their idyllic property in Whonnock.

In 1971, Kevin became the owner/operator of Better Cleaning Janitorial Service.

For over 40 years, he and his teams provided outstanding service to many commercial, industrial and residential property owners in Maple Ridge, Mission and Port Coquitlam.

Predeceased by his youngest daughter, Colleen Findlay, Kevin is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mae, his son Terry, daughter Kathleen, grandchildren Ross, Shayne (Jenna) and Shannon along with their father, son-in-law Jim Findlay.

He is also survived by his brother-in-law Dennis (Pam) Davey in Kelowna, niece Tanis in Whitehorse, nephew Chad (Peggy) in Victoria and their families; brother Jack in England, sister-in-law Margaret in Northern Ireland and many, many nephews, nieces and great nephews and nieces in Ireland and England.

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THOMPSON, Gordon 1928 - 2015 An Honourable Life Janet Agnes Morrison (née Love) was born in Saltcoats, Saskatchewan. Predeceased by Ewen (1996) her loving husband whom she was happily married

to for 49 years. She is lovingly remembered by their children Maureen (Elmer), Carol (Wayne, predeceased 2005), Ross (Marcella) and Janet - as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She deeply loved her parents Thomas Charters and Agnes Jane Love and brothers William, John and Terry. She dutifully served her country, which she loved.

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gordon. Gordon died with peace and grace on February 6th, in his sleep at his home in Maple Ridge. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Hazel, his six children, Cathy, Gail, Moira, Tom, Susan and Patsy, eight grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.

He worked for 25 yrs for Fleck Bros. in Vancouver and retired to open a small business in Maple Ridge to assist people in the area with their water needs. He is known by hundreds of people who needed help and he gave it with wit, honesty and kindness.

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Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training.

We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package.

To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889

Minimum Requirements: •High school graduation •1 year experience or equivalent education and experience •Certificate of completion for Basic AutoCAD, AutoCAD 2, AutoCAD Civil 3 D, Architectural drawing or similar computer aided drawing program.

•Microsoft excel and word, excellent math skills, communication skills & mechanical aptitude

Only those of interest will be contacted.

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

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EDUCATION

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

GREENHOUSE WORKERS for Nursery in North Pitt Meadows.

Full - time temporary needed for Spring season with possibility of permanent. Indoor work, cleaning & propagating plants. Will train, but experience an asset. Fast paced but light work. $13 per hour. 40 or more hrs per week during the Spring season. Start date immed. Apply via fax 604465-7684 or email ksnl@shaw.ca

BC COLLEGE OF OPTICS - Optician / Contact Lens Fitter. 6 month course. 604.581.0101

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FARM WORKERS

Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily

AUJLAS’ FARMS LTD FARM LABOURERS required 5 or 6 Days/Week 40 or 50 Hours/Week $10.49/Hour Horticultural work such as: Planting, pruning, spacing and harvesting the crop.

Employment starts early June /15 Submit your application to: Phone: 604-465-8153 or by Fax:604-465-9340 or by mail:12554 Woolridge Rd., Pitt Meadows, B.C. V3Y 1Z1

F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com

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INSURANCE JOB FULL OR PART TIME AVAILABLE For Level 2 Agent in Mission, Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadow areas.

Fax resume to: 604-460-2802 or Call 604-460-2880 or email mission@sussexinsurance.com

Seasonal Farm Workers required in Pitt Meadows.

Duties will include general farm labour, planting, pruning, fertilizing, weeding, picking, and all other farm duties. Work will be physically demanding; handling some heavy loads and standing for long periods of time.

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Wages: $10.25/hr. 40-60 hrs./wk.

Please email resume to:

TRADES, TECHNICAL

The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!

We are a local progressive concrete pre-cast company based in Chilliwack. Duties include; preventative maint., scheduled repairs, and quick response repairs to ensure our modernized equipment runs efficiently. Routine equipment inspections and repairs are required.

The Successful candidate must have good problem solving, diagnostic, interpersonal, and time management skills. Must be able to work flexible hours in a variety of conditions. Experience working with electrical systems and PLC programs would be a definite asset.

Minimum requirements include completion of ITA certificate of qualification as an Industrial Mechanic, inter - provincial red seal endorsement, & a certificate of apprenticeship. Previous work experience in a related industry would be an asset.

HELP WANTED

You will work on the repair & upkeep of bucking mills post peelers and wheeled mobile equipment. Must have 10 years exp. including hydraulics, welding & minor electrical repairs. Will have the ability to work unsupervised, be able to problem solve and prioritize jobs.

Competitive Compensation Package w/ Profit Sharing!

Email resume: elizabeth@pwppost.com or fax: (1)250-295-7912

COMMUNITY HOME SUPPORT WORKER wanted for young female (24 yrs) with Asperger’s Syndrome, (high functioning) to assist with daily living & functional skills. Must be personable & reliable. Experience an asset. Class 5 Drivers lic an asset. Rotating shifts. Please email resume:maureenaldridge@shaw.ca

EXPERIENCED GLAZIER Looking for an experienced Glazier. Must have valid driver’s license and windshield replacement is an asset.

Please send updated resume and cover letter indicating salary expectations to hr@ langleyconcretegroup.com

1.) Attractive Wages & Excellent Employee Benefits.

2.) Supportive, Engaged Atmosphere With Change Minded Management Group.

3.) Company Sponsored Social Activities.

Please e-mail resume, including cover letter & references: HR@ langleyconcretegroup.com

Westcoast Moulding & Millwork Surrey, a building product supplier has a Full - Time opportunity for an experienced Stair Builder & Parts Craftsman. Must have pervious experience in shaping Rails & Building stair components. Positive attitude, dedication & willingness to learn rewarded with: • Advancement Opportunities • Excellent Remuneration Package Commensurate w/ Experience • Full Benefits

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t High School Graduate t 1 to 3 years related industry experience t Post-Secondary Electrical Trades Training t (pre-apprentice course) is required t Valid Driver’s License Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume to: Email: bcjobs@smsequip.com Fax (604) 888-9699

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PERSONAL SERVICES

HOUSEKEEPER AVAIL NOW. Taking new clients. Great Refs.

Call anytime 1-604-302-9291

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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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CONCRETE & PLACING

UNIQUE CONCRETE

DESIGN

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

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

FREE ESTIMATES

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

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

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YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899 Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

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HELP WANTED

Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows NEWS

Available routes in Maple Ridge

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EDUCATION

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Become a

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Detailed House Cleaning * We do Move-outs * Chemical Free

Earn Extra Cash!

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

Reporting to the Shop Supervisor, the duties of this entry-level labour position will include, cleaning & maintaining the cleanliness of both the shop/yard & assisting tradespeople when required.

HELP WANTED

CLEANING SERVICES

40000065 - 105 Ave, 105A Ave, 243 St, 244 St, Baker Pl, McClure Dr.

The Port Coquitlam Branch is currently hiring the following positions:

t Journeyperson Machinist Trade ticket certification t Prior experience using precision measuring tools t Prior experience operating lathes, portable line boring equipment & drill presses t Demonstrated ability to follow instruction with attention to detail and specifications

ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

$20 Off Your First Time

Stair Builder / Parts Craftsman

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F/T - Millwright / Maintenance Person Princeton, B.C.

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INSURANCE

Please email resume to:

Machinist

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Local appliance retailer requires P/T vacuum repair technician.

Exp. with built/in systems an asset. Hours of work flexible.

Compensation neg based on exp.

Send resume to: Don Sheppard, Haney Sewing and Sound, 22381 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge V2X 3J4 or fax: 604-467-5464

INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC (MILLWRIGHT)

accentglass@telus.net

Reporting to the Foreman, you will provide Machining assistance for the re-building of components & parts.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Technician - Part Time

Qualifications: The candidates will hold a Masters’ degrees in a counselling related discipline, have knowledge of the substance use field, work well independently and on a team, and possess strong organizational and written skills.

604.434.7744 info@coverallbc.com www.coverallbc.com

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada!

Employers have work-at-home positions avail. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-768-3362 to start your work-at-home career today!

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

COUNSELLOR

Fraser House Society, Mission We offer counselling & prevention services in the area of substance use. We are seeking a counsellor for a one- year term at 30 hours per week. Primary duties include individual and group counselling in our Adult Program. Some counselling support will also be provided in our Youth and Family Program.

ANNUAL STARTING REVENUE $24,000 - $120,000 FINANCING AVAILABLE

Our Company Offers: • Attractive Salary + Benefits • Extended Health Benefits & Wage • Future Personal Growth & Development • On The Job Training • Fun Supportive Atmosphere With Extracurricular Activities

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Just laid off?

Your Career Starts Here

WE HAVE RETRAINING OPTIONS. You will qualify for a $1500 bursary.

40000024 - 108 Ave, 108 Loop, Tamarack Lane 40000044 - 118 Ave, 118A Ave, 119 Ave, 236B St, 237 St, Dewdney Trunk Rd. (Even) 40000065 - 105 Ave, 105A Ave, 243 St, 244 St, Baker Pl, McClure Dr. 40000067 - 104 Ave, 239 St, Slatford Pl, Slatford St, Zeron Ave. 40100109 - 113 Ave, 230 St, Gillis Pl, Harrison St, Lougheed Hwy, Olund Cres, Telosky Ave. 40220266 - 124 Ave, 221 St, Davison St, Moody St. 40310302 - 117 Ave, Darby St, Holly St, Mayo Pl, Morris St, River Rd. 40310307 - 113 Ave, 114 Ave, 207 St, Lorne Ave. 40320358 - 123B Ave, 124A Ave, 124B Ave, 203 St, 204 St, 204B St. 40320370 - 123 Ave, 201 St, 202 St, 203 St, Allison St, Chatwin Ave, Davenport Dr, McIvor Ave. 40320373 - 121 Ave, Irving St, Lindsay Ave, Lindsay Pl. Makinson St. 40330335 - Dale Dr, Pinda Pl, Walnut Cres.

Available routes in Pitt Meadows 41011003 - 120 Ave, 120B Ave, 121 Ave, 121A Ave, 121B Ave, 193A St, Blakely Rd. 41011004 - Bonson Rd, Oak Terr, Park Rd. 41011024 - 119 Ave, Hammond Rd (Townhouses)

DCC Campus located inside Retirement Concepts Call now to receive a free information package

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Circulation

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.Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).

.ProWorks Home & Garden. Pressure Washing, Lawn Maintenance, Landscaping. Call Matt 604-465-5566

15% SENIORS DISCOUNT A+ Rating with BB Bureau

•Lawn Cuts/Trim •Aerating •Leaf Cleanup •Power Rake •Hedge & Shrub Trimming •Pruning Trees •23 yrs. exp.

•Insured •Free Estimates

Brad 778-552-3900

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GARDENING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

312 MAINTENANCE SERVICES

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

Prompt Delivery Available

EAGLE ROOFING

7 Days / Week

Tar & Gravel D Asphalt D Interlocking shingles D Torch-on Membrane D Laminated shingles

Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd. ✶ Bark Mulch ✶ Lawn & Garden Soil ✶ Drain Gravel ✶ Lava Rock ✶ River Rock ✶Pea Gravel

All types of Roofing Repairs Free Estimates

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SMOOTH MINI Dachshunds. Born January 10. Family raised. Well socialized with kids. 1st shots, dewormed. $850. 778-552-4658

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

mikes hauling 604-516-9237

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MOVING & STORAGE

GARAGE SALES

Maple Ridge Moving & Downsizing Furniture, Antiques, Power & hand tools, Sports Equipment, Household items & lots more. 24 yrs of accumulation must go!

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

604-537-4140

Sat. March 14, 8am - 3pm Sun. March 15, 10am - 3pm

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

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

MIRACLE MOVING .cuttingedge 604-466-9514

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

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

604 - 720 - 2009 ~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

11934 - 212 Street.

Maple Ridge (off Cook St)

JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

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329 PAINTING & DECORATING COLORLITE Painting www.colorlitepainting.com Interior/Exterior Pressure Washing Books us now for spring/summer! Miki 604-7256316 . Expert Power Washing. Gutters cleaned & repaired. www.expertpowerwashing. Mike, 604-961-1280 MIKE 604-961-1280

M.T. GUTTERS

Professional Installation 5” Gutter, Down Pipe, Soffit *CLEANING *REPAIRS 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE

~ FULLY INSURED ~

Call Tim 604-612-5388 GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627

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HANDYPERSONS

HANDYMAN Services, Fast, Low rates! Call Glenn at 604-619-3845 www.millersystems.ca/handyman

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.

HIGH VOLTAGE! bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service.

Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area.

1-800-573-2928

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LANDSCAPING PACIFIC QUEST

D 3 Ton Dump Truck & Excavator D Landscaping D Ditching & Drainage D Lot cleaning & brush removal D Site Clean Up D Parking Expansions

TOPSOIL

SCREENED TOPSOIL MUSHROOM MANURE BARK MULCH 604-467-3003

www.jonesbroscartageltd.com

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TREE SERVICES

2 coats any colour

627

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

NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates.

We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes.

778.245.9069

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

21387 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Maple Ridge

604-466-5799 MAPLE RIDGE

1 & 2 Bdrms available $840/mo & $940/mo

Great Location

Queen Anne Apts. * Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet

and Hydro Near Shopping & Amenities.

SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

604-463-2236 604-463-7450 12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certified Crime Free Buildings

AVAILABLE NOW 1 & 2 BDRM SUITES Heat, hot water & parking.

Close to stores & schools.

SENIORS DISCOUNT 1/2 month Rent Free Ask manager for details.

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

EQUESTRIAN 1989 14x70 in Ruskin MHP. Fam./Pet ok. $39,900 w/$575pad Partial view. Chuck 604-830-1960

PRESSURE WASHING

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS All Types of Roofs & Repairs, Gutter Install A Reputable Leader in MATERIALS & WORKMANSHIP in the roofing industry

604.230.1634 or 604.467.3724

~ WORK GUARANTEED ~ BBB, WCB & Insured

Gelinas Roofing 604-720-5054

Augustine Soil & Mulch Ltd. Pitt Meadows, BC

604-465-5193

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $99,988. *New SRI 14’ wide $74,900. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

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OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT

Rick Medhurst Royal LePage Realty

PARC VUE

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12040 - 222nd. St., Maple Ridge

ROOMS FOR RENT

$75 OFF 1ST MONTH

1 BD fr $850 and 2 BD fr $1115 BRAND NEW 1 & 2 Bdrms Stes Insuite laundry, 9 ft ceiling, laminate flooring, u/g parking, storage locker, Amenity room. No pets.

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

Contact Alex Anderson at aanderson@ranchogroup.com

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

Haney Motor Hotel

Ph. 604-696-4487

Call 604-467-3944

PORT COQUITLAM

1 bdrm 2nd flr suite $775

749

S New paint, carpet & appls S Includes heat/hot water S 1.5 blocks to various bus stops S 2 blocks to Safeway/medical S City park across street S Gated parking and Elevator S Adult oriented building S References required * SORRY NO DOGS * CALL FOR APPOINTMENT

14179 Reichenback Rd Moorage Rental Year or Semi-annual Outdoor Storage Available Starting At $30/month for Boats, RV’s, Cars, Trucks & Trailers

SENIORS DISCOUNT 1/2 month Rent Free Ask manager for details.

AVAILABLE NOW Maple Ridge

Launch Ramp with 3 lines and ample parking for tracks and trailers

1 Bdrm apts $750 2 Bdrm apts $800

Onsite Manager

Incl heat, hot water & parking.

Close to stores and Schools.

604.465.7713

SUNRISE 22292 122nd Avenue (604)349-5982 SORRENTO 22260 122nd Avenue (604)319-9341

750

SHOP from HOME!

Maple Ridge, 2 Bdrm clean G/L, 1089sf new paint 5 appls N/S No pets. nr transit/amen. 604-476-9529

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TOWNHOUSES

PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1108/mo - $1211/mo. Shares req’d. Close to WCE, schools & shopping. No subsidy available.

19225 119th Ave. For more info & to book an appt. call 604-465-1938

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SUITES, LOWER

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604-464-3550

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Free Estimate 19 years experience in Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows

JAGUAR LANDSCAPING Lawn & Garden Service.

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

Clean and Spacious 2 Bdrm avail. $845/mo

PLUMBING

Special Spring Prices Sawdust Available

Fencing & Allan Block

Glenwood Manor Apartments

Maple Ridge Office & Retail Space

604-463-3000

Sorry No Pets CRIME FREE BUILDING

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2 Bedroom units available.

Great location for seniors!

Clean, quiet & affordable!

Incls heat, h/w, cable.

Senior Move-In Allowance.

Refs & Credit check req.

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(604) 463-9522 Central Maple Ridge

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Flower Beds W Allan Blocks Bark Mulch W River Lava Rock

HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC

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CEDAR HOGFUEL

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YAMAHA UPRIGHT PIANO U1 walnut case, 30 yrs old, 2nd owner, Played recreationally. Well maintained. Beautiful instrument. $1950. obo. 778-808-8938

ABBOTSFORD Wholesale Floral Evergreen Business For Sale.

Approx yearly gross $350-$600K. Well established business for 19 years. For more info please write to: 316 - #4 - 32465 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford, BC, V2T 0C7. Serious inquiries only please.

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

POWER WASHING since 1982.

WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

Trimming W Pruning W Topping Clean-upW Garbage Removal

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

612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299

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Includes: Heat, Hot Water

Running this ad for 10yrs

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

Drain Cleaning. Ins. 604-380-2932

APARTMENT/CONDO

Central Coquitlam Co-op AND Seniors Only Building $826/mo. No subsidy.

Cls to transit, schools & shops

SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

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MISC. FOR SALE

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

EXTERIOR PAINTING SOON !! **Free Estimate** KORMAN’S PAINT & TRIM **Fully Insured - Local Business** Replace Rotten-Damaged Areas, Scrape, Sand and Prime for a job that will look great, and last !!! 30 Years Experience. Interior & Exterior - Commercial & Residential. Call Dennis 604-617-7015 or Email korman1168@gmail.com anytime .

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Unbelievable Rates, Starting at $495/month.

Various sizes 320sf. - 2000sf.

Various downtown locations.

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Certified crime free clean quiet building for mature adults only. 1 bdrm, gas f/p. No smokers No pets $600 + utils.

Vacant Manufactured Home Pad in 55+ Mission retirement park, for new SRI single wide. From $72,888. Chuck 604-830-1960

VACATION

SBroken Concrete RocksS $24.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $24.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds

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RENTALS

Maple Ridge Central

in need of caring homes!

All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed.

Visit us at:

MISC SERVICES

604-465-1311

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION

RUBBISH REMOVAL

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RENTALS

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

Interlawn Landscape Services Commercial / Res. 604-356-9273 www.interlawnlandscapes.com

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

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

Crown Mouldings, 9ft. ceilings, H/W laminate flooring and slate tile. Gas F/P & Alarm. 1 car garage parking. Covered patio lower & outdoor patio upper. Amenities room incls. full gym, outdoor hot tub & pool. Walk to Morgan Heights shopping.

NO Smoking inside & NO Pets! $2250/mo. Avail. April 1 or 15

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

The Scrapper

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OFFICE/RETAIL

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OFFICE/RETAIL

FOUR INDIVIDUAL OFFICES • 10’ X 8.5’ available • Includes heat, A/C & window

ONE OFFICE

• Inside with no windows 12’ x 8’ • Includes heat & A/C and hydro

ONE CORNER OFFICE

• With windows on 2 sides • Plumbed with sink and shower 10’x9.5’ • Includes heat & A/C and hydro

All offices on second floor, downtown Maple Ridge location, new and clean with one shared washroom on the floor.

One year minimum lease subject to credit and criminal check.

Contact Jim at 604-476-2720

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Limited model shown

GLS model shown HWY: 9.8L/100 KM CITY: 12.9L/100 KM Limited model shown

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®/™The Hyundai names, logos, product names, feature names, images and slogans are trademarks owned by Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. ‡Dealer Invoice Price of $14,558/$16,275/$23,286/$27,381/$30,315 available on all new 2015 Accent 5-Door L 6-speed Manual/Elantra L 6-speed Manual/Tucson GL FWD Manual/Santa Fe Sport 2.4L FWD/Santa Fe XL FWD models and includes price adjustments of $636/$719/$473/$1,313/$1,479. Prices include Delivery and Destination charges of $1,595/$1,595/$1,695/$1,760/$1,795. Prices exclude registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, license fees, applicable taxes and dealer admin. fees of up to $499. Fees may vary by dealer. Delivery and Destination charge includes freight, P.D.E. and a full tank of gas. *The customer prices are those reflected on the dealer invoice from Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. The dealer invoice price includes a holdback amount for which the dealer is subsequently reimbursed by Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. Price adjustments of up to $636/$719/$473/$1,313/$1,479 available on all new 2015 Accent 5-Door L Manual/Elantra Sedan L Manual/Tucson GL FWD Manual/Santa Fe Sport 2.4L FWD/Santa Fe XL FWD models. Price adjustments applied before taxes. Offer cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other available offers. Offer is non-transferable and cannot be assigned. No vehicle trade-in required. Leasing offer available O.A.C. from Hyundai Financial Services based on a new 2015 Accent 5-Door L 6-speed Manual/Elantra L 6-speed Manual/Tucson GL FWD Manual/Santa Fe Sport 2.4L FWD/ Santa Fe XL FWD with an annual lease rate of 0%/0%/0.9%/1.9%/3.99%. Bi-weekly lease payment of $67/$75/$119/$149/$178 for a 60-month walk-away lease. Down Payment of $695 and first monthly payment required. Total lease obligation is $8,710/$8,450/$15,470/ $19,370/$23,140. Lease offer includes Delivery and Destination of $1,595/$1,595/$1,760/$1,795/$1,795. Lease offer excludes registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, license fees, applicable taxes and dealer admin. fees of up to $499. Fees may vary by dealer. $0 security deposit on all models. 20,000 km allowance per year applies. Additional charge of $0.12/km.†Finance offers available O.A.C. from Hyundai Financial Services based on a new 2015 Accent 5-Door L 6-speed Manual/Elantra L 6-speed Manual/Tucson GL FWD Manual/Santa Fe Sport 2.4L FWD/Santa Fe XL FWD with an annual finance rate of 0% for 84/84/60/60/60 months. Bi-weekly payments are $80/$89/$179/$211/$233. $0 down payment required. Cost of Borrowing is $0. Finance offers include Delivery and Destination of $1,595/$1,595/$1,760/$1,795/$1,795. Finance offers exclude registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, license fees, applicable taxes and dealer admin. fees of up to $499. Fees may vary by dealer. Financing example: 2015 Accent 5-Door L 6-speed Manual for $14,558 at 0% per annum equals $80 bi-weekly for 60 months for a total obligation of $14,558. $0 down payment required. Cash price is $14,558. Cost of Borrowing is $0. Example price includes Delivery and Destination of $1,595. Finance example excludes registration, insurance, PPSA, fees, levies, license fees, applicable taxes and dealer admin. fees of up to $499. Fees may vary by dealer. Prices of models shown: 2015 Accent GLS Auto/Elantra Limited/Tucson Limited AWD/Santa Fe Sport Limited AWD/Santa Fe XL Limited AWD are $21,144/$26,794/$35,759/$41,444/$45,094. Prices include Delivery and Destination charges of $1,595/$1,595/$1,760/$1,795/$1,795, levies and all applicable charges. Prices exclude registration, insurance, PPSA, license fees and dealer admin. fees of up to $499. Fees may vary by dealer. Fuel consumption for new 2015 Accent GLS (HWY 6.3L/100KM; City 8.9L/100KM); 2015 Elantra Limited (HWY 6.7L/100KM; City 9.7L/100KM); 2015 Tucson Limited AWD (HWY 9.3L/100KM; City 11.6L/100KM);2015 Santa Fe Sport Limited AWD (HWY 9.8L/100KM; City 12.9L/100KM); 2015 Santa Fe XL Limited AWD (HWY 9.7L/100 KM; City 13.0L/100 KM) are based on Manufacturer Testing. Actual fuel efficiency may vary based on driving conditions and the addition of certain vehicle accessories. Fuel economy figures are used for comparison purposes only. The Hyundai Accent/Elantra received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among small/compact cars in the proprietary J.D. Power 2014 Initial Quality StudySM (IQS). Study based on responses from 86,118 new-vehicle owners, measuring 239 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Propriety study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2014. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com.

Government 5-Star Safety Ratings are part of the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA’s) New Car Assessment Program (www.SaferCar.gov). ‡† *Offers available for a limited time and subject to change or cancellation without notice. Dealer may sell for less. Inventory is limited, dealer order may be required. Visit www.hyundaicanada.com or see dealer for complete details. ††Hyundai’s Comprehensive Limited Warranty coverage covers most vehicle components against defects in workmanship under normal use and maintenance conditions. Visit HyundaiCanada.com for details on our entire line-up! On select models†. Dealer is reimbursed a holdback amount included in invoice price by the manufacturer for each vehicle sold*. LEASE OR FINANCING† +0% YOU PAY THE INVOICE PRICE!‡ GLS model shown Limited model shown Limited model shown Limited model shown Limited model shown HWY: 6.3L/100 KM CITY: 8.9L/100 KM HWY: 6.7L/100 KM CITY: 9.7L/100 KM HWY: 9.3L/100 KM CITY: 11.6L/100 KM HWY: 9.8L/100 KM CITY: 12.9L/100 KM HWY: 9.7L/100 KM CITY: 13.0L/100 KM ACCENT 5DR L MANUAL 2015 ELANTRA L MANUAL 2015 AT OR GET LEASE FOR 60 MONTHS WITH $0 DOWN FINANCING FOR 84 MONTHS† $37 0% 0% LEASE FOR ONLY $75 BI-WEEKLY THAT’S LIKE PAYING WEEKLY AT OR GET LEASE FOR 60 MONTHS WITH $0 DOWN FINANCING FOR 84 MONTHS† $33 0% 0% LEASE FOR ONLY $67 BI-WEEKLY THAT’S LIKE PAYING WEEKLY TUCSON GL 2015 AT OR GET LEASE FOR 60 MONTHS WITH $0 DOWN FINANCING FOR 60 MONTHS† $59 0.9% 0% LEASE FOR ONLY $119 BI-WEEKLY THAT’S LIKE PAYING WEEKLY SANTA FE SPORT 2.4L 2015 AT OR GET LEASE FOR 60 MONTHS WITH $0 DOWN FINANCING FOR 60 MONTHS† $74 1.9% 0% LEASE FOR ONLY $149 BI-WEEKLY THAT’S LIKE PAYING WEEKLY 7-PASSENGER SANTA FE XL 2015 AT OR GET LEASE FOR 60 MONTHS WITH $0 DOWN FINANCING FOR 60 MONTHS† $88 3.99% 0% LEASE FOR ONLY $178 BI-WEEKLY THAT’S LIKE PAYING WEEKLY 2014 Elantra “Highest Ranked Compact Car in Initial Quality in the U.S.” 5-Star Overall Crash Safety Rating AWARDED THE HIGHEST GOVERNMENT CRASH SAFETY RATING U.S. NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION 2014 Accent “Highest Ranked Small Car in Initial Quality in the U.S.” DEALER INVOICE PRICE INCLUDES $1,479 IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTS, DELIVERY AND DESTINATION FEES. DEALER INVOICE PRICE IS $30,315‡ DEALER INVOICE PRICE INCLUDES $1,313 IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTS, DELIVERY AND DESTINATION FEES. DEALER INVOICE PRICE IS $27,381DEALER INVOICE PRICE INCLUDES ‡ $473 IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTS, DELIVERY AND DESTINATION FEES. DEALER INVOICE PRICE IS $23,286‡ DEALER INVOICE PRICE INCLUDES $636 IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTS, DELIVERY AND DESTINATION FEES. DEALER INVOICE PRICE IS $14,558‡ DEALER INVOICE PRICE INCLUDES $719 IN PRICE ADJUSTMENTS, DELIVERY AND DESTINATION FEES. DEALER INVOICE PRICE IS $16,275‡ 5-year/100,000 km Comprehensive Limited Warranty†† 5-year/100,000 km Powertrain Warranty 5-year/100,000 km Emission Warranty HyundaiCanada.com

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