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with gunshot wounds.

He was treated and released.

At 5:50 p.m. that day, police found an abandoned vehicle believed to have been involved in the shooting.

KEVIN DIAKIW About an hour later, police were called to 127 Street and 78 The Surrey RCMP Gang EnAvenue with reports of another TRANSPORTATION & TRANSIT REFERENDUM forcement Unit is now investigatshooting. separate MARCH 16ing - three MAY 29shootings in 19 Shortly after, a second vehihours. cle arrived at the hospital with All are believed related and Jennifer Hailstone’s teeth are in such poor shape she can barely eat. two other males, plus another targeted.

That’s about to change now that a complete stranger is paying for 20-year-old victim that had been It all began at 4 a.m. Tuesday dental work worth thousands of dollars. She’s telling her story because shot.

(March 10), when a 20-year-old she wants people to know human kindness still exists. EVAN SEAL It appears that a vehicle came man was dropped off at hospital up beside a black vehicle, and a

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Then, at 11 p.m., Surrey RCMP received several calls reporting gunfire in the area of 128 Street and 76 Avenue.

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▶ HAPPY HOLI Participants celebrate Holi, the Hindu spring festival of colours, at the Lakshmi Narayan Mandir Hindu temple in Surrey on March 8. The annual event is a free-for-all carnival of coloured powder where everyone is fair game. For more photos, visit surreyleader.com. EVAN SEAL

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▶ POLICE BELIEVE INCIDENTS ARE LINKED AND TARGETED KEVIN DIAKIW

Jennifer Hailstone’s teeth are in such poor shape she can barely eat.

That’s about to change now that a complete stranger is paying for dental work worth thousands of dollars. She’s telling her story because she wants people to know human kindness still exists. EVAN SEAL

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He was treated and released.

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Then, at 11 p.m., Surrey RCMP received several calls reporting gunfire in the area of 128 Street and 76 Avenue.

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For all intents and The man was prepurposes, Jennifer pared to donate Hailstone’s life was $5,000, which he said taking some dark and was his typical donaunexpected turns. tion.

She was grieving Hailstone got an after losing both her estimate for the work, job and her partner which turned out to be and was struggling to $6,900. live without a lot of She said she’d be hapresources. py just to have her upBut all she wanted per teeth done, which was her smile back. would cost a fraction of A few years ago, that amount.

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A representative Recently out of a refrom the dental group lationship, the 58-year- said she’d never seen old didn’t have rent such a generous act money, let alone the from a stranger and funds to fix noted Hailher teeth. stone had ▶ “Knowing But her a “dental dental angel.”

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Province eyes new truck parking zones ▶ DESIGNATED AREAS PROMISED NEAR DELTAPORT AND SOUTH OF THE FRASER JEFF NAGEL

Help may be on the way to ease the problem of big trucks parking in residential areas and clogging up the local streets of Surrey and surrounding communities.

Transportation Minister Todd Stone says there’s a serious shortage of parking and staging areas for trucks across the Lower Mainland and the province is now aiming to open new ones.

“We are exploring a number of potential locations south of the Fraser for short-term parking facilities between Abbotsford and Delta to improve efficiency and reduce congestion,” he said Friday in a speech in Surrey to the Cloverdale Chamber of Commerce.

Stone said he’s heard repeated calls for a solution to the problem from both the city and Surrey-area MLAs and said it’s now a “top priority.”

An additional staging area for container trucks is expected to be opened in partnership with Port Metro Vancouver near Deltaport, he added.

“The purpose of this staging area will be to reduce congestion and queueing on provincial highways and local roads, allowing truckers to safely park and turn off their engines, which will reduce idling and also help improve air quality.”

More details are expected to come in the weeks ahead.

Stone said he expects to release the new provincial transportation plan – dubbed B.C. On the Move – sometime this month and said it will be accompanied by a trucking strategy aimed at easing goods movement issues, including Todd Stone the parking shortage.

Stone said staging areas may be opened with private partners who could offer additional amenities.

The City of Surrey has previously estimated about half of the more than 12,000 heavy trucks registered within Surrey have no legal place to park, and that dozens of acres of new land are needed every year to accommodate growth in trucking.

One significant concern has been that trucks without a proper parking area increasingly end up occupying agricultural land, which can then be contaminated by leaking fluids.

Trucks park in a lot in the 6600-block of 152 Street. The issue of adequate big rig parking has been a issue in Surrey for more than a decade. EVAN SEAL

Surrey welcomes B.C.’s vow of more truck spaces

▶ COUN. TOM GILL SAYS VICTORIA’S ROLE IS OVERDUE KEVIN DIAKIW

B.C.’s claim that truck parking is “priority one” for the province is welcome news for local truckers and one Surrey councillor who has grappled with the issue since he was elected.

Available parking for big rigs in the city has been an issue for more than a decade, and with bylaws prohibiting them

▶ “... this isn’t just a Surrey issue, it’s a regional issue.”

COUN. TOM GILL

from being parked at residential homes or on streets, truckers are feeling squeezed.

Surrey Coun. Tom Gill has worked to solve the problem since he was elected in 2006.

According to a corporate report to council in 2006, there are an estimated 12,000 heavy trucks registered in Surrey, with about half of “independent” truckers left to their own devices to find parking.

Solutions have been elusive.

The city has given temporary use permits to developers, allowing them to use barren land as truck parking lots until the property is developed.

The problem now is, much of that property has now been turned into business, commercial or industrial use, pushing out the truckers.

Gill said the province’s involvement is welcome and overdue.

“Now the piece to bring this

thing full circle is to accommodate the trucking industry,” Gill said Monday. “I think that it’s important for people to realize this isn’t just a Surrey issue, it’s a regional issue.”

President and CEO of the B.C. Trucking Association Louise Yako said over the years, truckers have been moving east to municipalities such as Abbotsford, with the parking challenge moving with them.

Transportation Minister Todd Stone told the Cloverdale Chamber of Commerce last week the province acknowledges there’s a problem.

“We are exploring a number of potential locations south of the Fraser for short-term parking facilities between Abbotsford and Delta to improve efficiency and reduce congestion,” he said in his Friday speech to the chamber (see story at left).

Stone said he’s heard repeat-

ed calls for a solution to the problem from both the city and Surrey-area MLAs, and said it’s now a “top priority.”

Here in Surrey, the problem is particularly bad.

As of a few years ago, it was felt that to accommodate the growth, Surrey would need to add another 34 acres of truck parking spaces annually.

Many of the big rigs are being parked within the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR) in South Surrey, a situation that doesn’t sit well with the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) or the city.

City staff say it’s a growing problem – one that is effectively taking land out of the reserve and putting it at risk of potentially damaging oil and gas leaks into the soil.

Specifics on the provincial role are expected to come as the strategic plan is developed.

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The Insights West online survey found 55 per cent of Metro Vancouver voters definitely or probably will vote no, compared to 33 per cent definite or probable yes voters.

That’s a two-point gain for the no side and a five-point drop in yes support since a previous poll in February.

About 11 per cent of respondents were undecided as to whether they will support the proposed 0.5-per-cent sales tax to fund transit upgrades.

Opposition is strongest among older and middle-aged voters, as well as men and those who drive.

Not even a majority of regular transit users now intend to vote yes – support in that group fell to 46 per cent.

“Over the past month, the animosity from drivers to the proposed funding structure for transit improvements has hardened,” Insights West Vice-President Mario Canseco said.

“But even among transit riders, who conceivably stand to benefit directly from the transportation plan, the level of support for yes has dropped consistently every month.”

Support is highest at 43 per cent in Richmond and Vancouver, but that drops to 39 per cent on the North Shore, 32 per cent in

Burnaby, the Tri-Cities and Maple Ridge, and to just 24 per cent south of the Fraser Among yes voters, most continue to say they’re dissatisfied with TransLink’s performance but believe the investments to be funded by the Congestion Improvement Tax is the best way to deal with current and future transit problems.

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MARIO CANSECO

Two-thirds of no voters believe there are other ways to fund expansion and doubt the new tax will stay at 0.5 per cent if it’s introduced.

The survey used 1,604 Metro Vancouver online participants and had a margin of error is plus or minus 2.5 per cent, 19 times out of 20.

Canseco said a second survey was conducted just after the announcement businessman Jim Pattison will head an accountability committee overseeing the flow of new money. It found just three per cent of no voters were more likely to vote yes because of Pattison’s involvement.

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Kwantlen Student Association backs ‘yes’ vote ▶ BUT MANY STUDENTS REMAIN IN THE DARK ABOUT TRANSIT REFERENDUM LAUREN COLLINS

Not only are many Surrey students unaware of the Kwantlen Student Association’s “yes” stance in support of the upcoming transit referendum, some don’t even know the details about the plebiscite.

Earlier this week, school associations from post-secondary institutions such as Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU), UBC, Douglas College, SFU and Langara College joined forces to support a yes vote in the referendum on whether to implement a 0.5-percent regional sales tax to fund transit improvements. More than 200,000 students are represented by these associations.

On Wednesday, the KSA held a yes rally at the KPU Surrey campus, which featured a booth from the City of Surrey – which is also backing the yes side.

However, Kwantlen student Amanpreet Dulay had not heard that the KSA was behind the yes vote.

“They didn’t do much campaigning… for it, like showing that they were supporting it,” Dulay said.

Dulay added that she just learned about the plebiscite in class the day before.

“That’s increasing taxes for us, when the CEO is already being paid, like, $30,000 a month… I wouldn’t want to really vote yes for it. I wouldn’t want to support that,” Dulay said.

More than half-a-dozen students The Leader spoke to were unaware of the upcoming refer-

endum.

First-year KPU student Justin Estacio knew about the transit plebiscite but said he wasn’t sure if he would vote yes.

Jessica Lar-Son, KSA’s president, said the association chose to promote the yes vote because post-secondary students commute to Kwantlen from all corners of Metro Vancouver and are negatively affected by inadequate transit.

In addition, many Surrey residents commute to schools such as UBC and SFU’s Burnaby Mountain campus and have to deal with the irregularity of buses during their transfers.

Some students choose to drive instead, LarSon said, but then have to deal with the added costs of driving to school.

As for informing students about the association’s position

KSA organized a race between a cyclist, a transit user and a driver traveling from KPU’s Cloverdale school to the Surrey campus – a distance of 12 kilometers.

The race, which started at 10 a.m., took just over an hour, with the transit user coming in last by 30 minutes.

The driver took about 22 minutes, the cyclist

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THIS WEEK’S QUESTION: Have you ever been the recipient of a stranger’s kindness?

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An unknown donor has paid for Jennifer Hailstone’s dental work (story on page 4).

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Heritage up in flames One of an ever-diminishing number of historic buildings still standing on the White Rock waterfront was consumed in a dramatic fire on Tuesday morning.

Power was out in a good portion of the city for much of the day, and nearby residents were evacuated. The fire attracted many onlookers, with photos and video quickly posted online.

White Rock firefighters were on the scene quickly. They did a skillful job in keeping the fire confined, as the old building was surrounded by newer condominiums. The area has changed significantly.

The building, most recently a gelato cafe, was likely bestknown over the years as home of the Surf dance hall. It was one of many dance halls that were a popular attraction in White Rock from the early 1900s until the 1950s.

In the days when residents of Vancouver and New Westminster would come to White Rock by train or car to enjoy the ambiance, it was a popular destination.

Among the other popular dance halls were the Blue Moon, which operated out of at least three different buildings near Marine and Martin Street, and the Silver Moon, which

took over an existing outdoor roller rink.

In the book “Years of Promise,” White Rock historian Lorraine Ellenwood notes that, “During the 1950s, it served as the nearest to a community hall that White Rock could offer.”

The dance halls diminished in popularity as the years advanced, and the Surf probably hosted its last dance more than 40 years ago. Nonetheless, the building was very much a landmark on the waterfront. For many years, there was a grocery store on the main floor, with the upstairs dance hall, reached by a separate stairway, used for a variety of purposes.

The old building has been dwarfed in recent years by many new buildings nearby, and has been occupied by a succession of businesses, including a pizza restaurant and gelato parlour.

In recent years, a number of older buildings in that area of White Rock have been demolished, as the relentless demand for new condos and homes makes the real estate they occupy more valuable than ever.

Most recently, the old Pacific Stage lines bus depot and a long-standing waterfront garage have been demolished

to allow a large condo development to proceed, at the corner of Oxford and Marine. It is now under construction.

The same level of redevelopment is taking place in Surrey and many other parts off the Lower Mainland.

That’s progress and it is never possible to preserve a city that is dynamic and growing in one particular state. White Rock, as a popular visitor destination and desirable place to live, will continue to grow and change. It already looks almost completely different than it did 25 or 30 years ago.

Nonetheless, the destruction of the Surf by fire on Tuesday removes yet another reminder of White Rock’s unique heritage. It is doubtful many current White Rock residents were aware of its background, but it’s well worth remembering and thinking back to what White Rock once was.

Hopefully, all those affected by the fire will soon have their lives back in order. On the site of the Surf, a new building will eventually rise. It will play its own role in the history of White Rock in the future.

QUITE FRANKLY ▼ Frank Bucholtz

Frank Bucholtz is the editor of The Langley Times. He writes weekly for The Leader.

‘He’ needs to be the change in the world CHIEF CHATS ▼

Jim Cessford

Over the course of my career as a police officer, I witnessed countless instances of violence against women. From harassment, to stalking, to assault, to murder, women are too often the innocent victims of brutality, usually at the hands of intimate partners or family members.

Even though I have recently retired, I continue to work with different groups to carry on the effort of eliminating violence against women. Recently I was at an event to celebrate International Women’s Day and something struck me: There were virtually no men in attendance.

I began to think about other groups I work with, and again, there are few men present for the discussion.

The reality is about 75 per cent of the time, men are the offenders, yet hardly any men participate at the grassroots level to solve the problem. While many

men work at the government level in policy development, law reform and law enforcement, there are few that participate in community-based domestic violence groups.

We, as men, must be leaders in changing attitudes towards women.

Most men I speak to are unequivocally opposed to violence against women. We need those men at the table. We need those men to demand zero tolerance in their social networks. We need those men to stand up, speak out and be a part of the change.

Violence against women is not a woman’s problem. It is a man’s problem that can only be solved with equal participation and support from both genders. We need more men to declare themselves as feminists – defined as the advocacy of women’s rights on the

grounds of political, social and economic equality to men.

A World Health Organization Report stated that violence against women is not only a worldwide public health problem, but a violation of women’s basic human rights. On a global scale, violence against women is a systemic issue that transcends economic status, cultural values and religious beliefs.

While Canada has written a formal intolerance of gender-based violence directly into the Charter and Criminal Code, the problem persists. It is within the gap between our laws and our actual rates of domestic abuse where our work, as Canadian men, begins.

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To all of the women and men working towards a world free of gender-based violence, thank you. It is my hope that your work inspires others to stand up against violence against women.

Jim Cessford is the retired chief of the Delta Police Department. He spent more than 40 years in law enforcement.

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‘Yes’ or ‘no’? That is the question ▼ A STREET CAR NAMED UNDESIRE

It’s time to stop referring to the LRT for Surrey as rapid transit. LRT to Mayor Linda Hepner and Surrey First means Light Rail Transit at grade, which is nothing more than street cars.

Having lived in Vancouver when street cars existed, I can tell you from experience that there is nothing rapid about them. If there is an accident or power failure, street cars stop dead on their tracks. A bus can detour. If street cars are so desirable, why didn’t Vancouver bring them back?

What’s the point of spending money to exchange buses for street cars when the buses on 104 Avenue, 152 Street and Fraser Highway are running from almost empty to half-empty for most of the day?

Why did Dianne Watts and her council propose street cars for Surrey, and why does Hepner and her council persist with this idea?

Why do they support a cheaper, less-desirable transit system when Surrey residents pay the same transit tax as the other cities? When you consider the size of Surrey’s population, Surrey pays more. Except for Vancouver, all the cities with SkyTrain have fewer people than Surrey. Why should Surrey subsidize the other cities superior transit system?

If TransLink is the transit authority for Metro Vancouver, it should veto Hepner and

Surrey First’s plan for street cars so the entire system is compatible. If they can’t or won’t, what good are they?

In my opinion, Surrey First, is an oxymoron.

They act more like “Surrey Second.”

Who will be a main beneficiary of a “yes” vote is a matter of opinion. Many people on the south side of the Fraser, Surrey in particular, think that they are being dumped on by their own council and TransLink.

fund this whole project without inflicting extra fees upon taxpayers.

I will be voting no and hope others will do likewise.

L. Mackintosh, Coquitlam

▼ VOTE YES FOR A GOOD BARGAIN

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▼ TRANSLINK SQUANDERS CASH I am totally opposed to the proposed 0.5-per-cent tax increase to fund TransLink.

TransLink is squandering tons of money.

They are getting funds from so many sources, including 17 cents per litre of gas, 21 per cent on parking, and a transit levy charged on BC Hydro bills as well as from property taxes. It is a bottomless pit.

Cities are also spending hundreds of thousands of dollars of our tax money to promote the “yes” vote. (Surrey alone has budgeted $300,000). I don’t pay taxes to be used in such wasteful ways and for mayors to promote their own biases.

The other concerning factor is that there is no guarantee it won’t go up to one per cent, 1.5 per cent or even two per cent or more.

Once it’s here, it’s here to stay.

Letter writers sound off about the upcoming transit plebiscite. FILE PHOTO I find it repugnant that TransLink has replaced its CEO, but he is still earning the astronomical salary he was before ($468,000 per year), and the new interim CEO gets $35,000 per month. We are paying two CEOs? I encourage everyone to give serious consideration to how their life will be impacted if the increase is approved. It has been suggested if TransLink saved 0.5 per cent a year, it could

I am living in North Delta and we don’t really have good transit. I am voting “yes” because: • I want to have better transit system.

• A sales tax is good option because everyone will pay.

• It will generate lots of money from tourism which will significantly reduce our portion of tax for the transit system.

• It will decrease congestion, which means a better-quality commute.

• It’s good for better health and the environment.

• There will be fewer cars on the road.

• There will be a better commute for commercial vehicles which means more jobs more money per capita – good for the economy.

Voting yes makes sense to me. Voting no means residents of the suburbs have to pay more money for future transit systems in terms of tolls, road pricing, vehicle levies, etc.

I believe voting yes is really a good bargain because everybody, including tourists, will pay, and it’s sustainable funding.

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Honour system to bar referendum re-vote ▶ ELECTIONS BC SAYS IT’S ILLEGAL TO ASK FOR NEW BALLOT TO SWITCH YOUR VOTE JEFF NAGEL

Voters in the transit tax plebiscite who try to get a new ballot

so they can change their vote weeks after mailing in the first one would be in violation of the Election Act. That’s the response of Elections BC spokesman Don Main to Black Press questions about the potential under the plebiscite regulation for Metro Vancouver voters to effectively reverse their

vote on the proposed sales tax increase.

“You can’t go back and change it,” Main said. “Once they’ve mailed it, they’ve completed the ballot – they’ve voted.”

But the rules leave some scope for abuse in the lengthy mail-in referendum, much like the honour system that governs SkyTrain

stations.

Someone who doesn’t receive a ballot or loses it is permitted under the rules to request a new one.

Each ballot is barcoded and securely linked to that specific voter and Main said Elections BC will void the original ballot to ensure it can’t be counted when they send out a new replacement.

That’s to ensure no one can vote multiple times.

But it also means there is a mechanism to negate a vote that’s already gone out.

Main conceded it is possible someone might claim theirs was lost or stolen in order to get a new ballot and change their vote.

If a completed ballot has already arrived for that voter when they contact Elections BC seeking a new one, Main said, they will be required to sign a declaration that they have

▶ “You can’t go back and change it.

Once they’ve mailed it, they’ve completed the ballot – they’ve voted.”

DON MAIN

not previously voted.

“We’re probably going to direct them to one of our service centres,” he said, referring to nine offices across the region that will be set up by April 13 to issue and receive ballots and handle related questions.

Main said signing the declaration to get a new ballot to replace one already mailed would be a violation of

the “corrupt voting” section of the Election Act that makes it an offence to vote “when not entitled to do so” or “more than once” in an election.

The act allows fines of up to $20,000 and/or two years in prison.

Elections BC does not have a legal opinion on whether the Election Act’s prohibition is enforceable in the case of the transit plebiscite.

More than 1.5 million ballots are to start arriving at Metro Vancouver homes starting March 16 and are due back to Elections BC by May 29.

May 15 is the deadline for voters to request a ballot if they did not receive one in the mail.

Polls show the “yes” campaign trailing badly and Insights West Vice-President Mario Canseco had predicted “no” voters may mail their ballots soon after they arrive, rapidly

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But any scenario where votes cast early could be reversed later may spur both camps to battle for swing votes deeper into April and even May in case the public’s mood shifts.

“This is like the Wild West,” Canseco said, adding the length of the mail-in voting period creates unusual challenges.

“You can say it saves money to not have people minding polling stations and counting the votes as they come in. But it also leads to a lot of confusion.”

No campaign head Jordan Bateman said he doesn’t see fraudulent reversible votes as a threat to the no advantage, but he also questioned the length of the campaign.

“Why the heck did we need 10 weeks?” he asked. “The HST was province-wide and it had a mail strike in the middle of it and it needed only five or six.”

Bateman did accuse Elections BC of selectively applying the Elections Act to the plebiscite – threatening penalties in this case but not imposing any of the law’s rules on campaign finances, which has been left completely unregulated.

The plebiscite rules were set by the transportation ministry, not Elections BC. “Why we have road builders planning elections makes about as much sense as having an election officer build a road.”

Bateman said he will also be watching to see where Elections BC opens its plebiscite service offices.

“I expect them to show up in very yes-heavy neighbourhoods.”

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Liberal MLAs scold ‘erroneous’ ‘no’ claims on TransLink waste ▶ HUNT, FASSBENDER SAY TRANSIT AGENCY WELLRUN, CRITICISMS UNFAIR JEFF NAGEL

Two government MLAs are accusing “no” forces in the transit referendum of misleading the public by exaggerating the issue of waste at TransLink.

Surrey MLA Marvin Hunt, a former Surrey councillor and Metro Vancouver board chair, and Education Minister Peter Fassbender, formerly mayor of Langley City and vice-chair of the Mayors’ Council, made the comments Friday in Cloverdale, where Transportation Minister Todd Stone urged local business leaders to support the “yes” campaign.

Hunt said TransLink has got “a bad rap” from no campaign leader Jordan Bateman, who he said has made “very unfair” comparisons of executive salaries to those paid in smaller transit organizations that do not have the geographic sweep or extent of responsibilities as the Metro Vancouver agency.

“An awful lot of erroneous information has gone out,” Hunt said.

“Unfortunately, there’s nobody out there saying ‘Jordan, get serious. Tell the truth on these things’.”

Hunt, who once was a director on the TransLink board when it was elected, insisted TransLink is “extremely efficient” compared to equivalent transit agencies in North America.

He defended former CEO Ian Jarvis’ work to cut costs – $100 million a year was saved from the budget under his watch, in part by reconfiguring bus routes – and suggested Bateman’s skills lie more in “pointing fingers and throwing stones.”

“Show me the savings he produced at Langley Township when he was on their council and then we can start to talk about what he can do at TransLink.”

Hunt rejected claims a no result will

Peter Fassbender

Marvin Hunt

▶ “Is (TransLink) totally mismanaged?

I don’t believe that, I never have.”

PETER FASSBENDER

force new reform at TransLink.

“Tell me the piece of

the puzzle that’s going to improve by saying no,” Hunt said. “All you’re going to have is more people, more cars, more congestion, worse air and more beat-up roads.”

Fassbender, who worked for several years with other mayors trying to assemble an expansion plan and improve TransLink governance, also took issue

with no campaign claims TransLink is effectively a black hole of waste that will squander every new tax dollar it gets.

“I don’t agree with them,” the Surrey-Fleetwood MLA said. “People from outside this province look at TransLink and say it’s one of the best systems in North America, if not the world.”

Fassbender said more improvements can and should be made at TransLink, acknowledging problems such as the delayed Compass card rollout.

“Is it totally mismanaged? I don’t believe that, I never have,” he said, pointing to audits in recent years. “The previous commissioner looked at it and said it was a

well-run organization.”

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Celtic Fest Mar 14, 1 – 4 pm | Surrey Museum Experience all things Celtic with lively music and dance performances. Get creative with Celtic crafts and much more! All ages, by donation. For info call 604-592-6956 or visit www.surrey.ca/AH.

Spring Family Sports Day Mar 14, 10 am – 5 pm | Newton Recreation Centre Let’s get physical! Explore and challenge yourself with a variety of free activities, games and family fun. Free swim from 1 – 5 pm, so bring your suits and towels. For more information call 604-501-5540.

Newton Transit Town Hall Mar 17, 6 – 7 pm | Newton Seniors Centre Join the Newton BIA at the Newton Seniors Centre (13775 70 Avenue) for a public discussion about the transit referendum and its effects on Newton.

Learn to Fish Mar 18, 10 am – 12 noon | Green Timbers Lake Join the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC for a hands-on program for kids ages 5 to 15 about fish habitat and conservation, and learn where, when and how to catch fish! Equipment provided. Parent participation required. Rain or shine. Meet at the lake in Green Timbers Urban Forest. Suggested donation $5 per participant. Call 604-502-6065 for more info.

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A Roof Over My Head Mar 26, 1 – 3:30 pm | Guildford Recreation Centre Join us for this free talk to find out about housing information for seniors and caregivers including home care, safety in your home, assisted living and more. Light refreshments provided. Pre-registration required by calling 604-501-5100 (course code 4399700).

CITY NEWS Yes for You, Yes for Our City On March 16, registered voters will receive a ballot to vote in the Transportation & Transit Referendum.

Whether you are a Surrey driver, transit rider, cyclist or walker, a Yes vote in the transit referendum will result in new service and improvements that will get you around our City and region easier. Learn more about the benefits of the plan and how to vote at www.surrey.ca/VoteYes.

Surrey Sport & Leisure – Aquatics & Fitness Centre Shutdown The pool and fitness centre will be closed for maintenance from March 22 to April 26. The arena will remain open. For a complete list of other facilities, drop-in times and schedules, visit www. surrey.ca/recreation or pick up a copy of the Spring Recreation Guide at any of our facilities.

Guildford Aquatics Centre Opens The new pool will open its doors to the public on March 23, starting with public swims and select user-group events. The facility features an 8-lane, 50-metre, FINA-standard main pool, a leisure/ lifestyle pool, large family-friendly swirl pool, sauna, steam room, waterslide and expanded fitness facilities. Watch for details about the grand opening celebration coming later in the spring.

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New Port Mann lanes concern HOV users ▶ DRIVERS FROM SOUTH OF FRASER DON’T HAVE DISCOUNTED LANE FOR COQUITLAM DIANE STRANDBERG

The new traffic configuration for Coquitlam-bound drivers using the Port Mann Bridge has caused some consternation for people who have been using the High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane during rush hour and received a discount.

Separated lanes for Coquitlam traffic went into effect on the

weekend and some HOV-users say the change means more time spent in traffic because they have to drive out of their way to the Brunette Avenue exit at the Coquitlam/ Burnaby/New Westminster border if they want to use the special lanes dedicated to carpooling.

Tiffany Shanks said she was surprised that the new west-bound dedicated route for Coquitlam traffic doesn’t offer an HOV lane option and she has to drive out of her way to the Brunette exit if she wants to get the discount.

“I was really surprised when I saw they

▶ IT’S ABSOLUTELY CRITICAL TO VOTE YES, SAYS HUNT

▶ “I was really surprised when I saw they were moving us. They should have put in a car-pooling option.”

TIFFANY SHANKS

were moving us,” said Shanks who lives in Port Coquitlam and uses the tolled bridge to get to Kwantlen

Polytechnic University in Langley.

She typically carpools during rush hour when the HOV lane option

is in effect, benefitting from a 25-per-cent or 75-cent discount on the $3 toll.

Max Logan, a spokesperson for Transportation Investment Corporation, acknowledged that Coquitlam-bound HOV users are affected, but he said the new lanes are safer, and the number of people affected

is low, just one per cent of 110,000 drivers who use the bridge every day.

“We certainly recognize that. In this case, what it comes to is the matter of safety for all bridge users,” Logan said, noting that the new lanes prevent risky weaving and lane changing and east-bound HOV users

aren’t affected by the change.

Shanks said she now has to drive 20 minutes out of her way, doubling back along the Lougheed Highway to get home, and is now considering taking the untolled Pattullo Bridge instead.

“They should have put in a car-pooling option,” she said.

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However, Fassbender said, it’s clear the public doesn’t have confidence and the TransLink board should continue work to restore it.

Stone said the province has no plans for any more changes to TransLink governance, noting the mayors’ role was just broadened last year.

“The discussion around governance is a bit of a sideshow largely on the part of the No campaign to distract voters from the really important issue here,” Stone said.

“And that’s the need for more transit and more transportation infrastructure, both from a quality of life perspective as well as growing our economy.”

Stone said the referendum is “still very much winnable” and the yes side appears to be “stretching its legs after a bumpy start.”

Both Fassbender and Hunt say they are strong supporters of a yes vote.

“It’s absolutely critical to vote yes,” Hunt said, calling the 0.5-per-cent sales tax a fair way to finance critical transportation improvements that “everybody wants but nobody wants to pay for.”

No one group is singled out, Hunt said, and “everybody shares a little bit of the pain to get the benefits for all of us.”

They’re far from the only MLAs in the yes camp.

Every B.C. Liberal and NDP MLA in the region that’s responded to a survey has so far indicated their support.

Bateman said on Twitter it was sad to see Hunt “giving TransLink a free pass on waste” and asked why the CEO was removed if it was well run.

Toll policy queried Stone was asked at the meeting what can be done to avoid imposing tolls on the Pattullo Bridge once it’s rebuilt.

He sidestepped that question but noted the province will decide later this year whether tolls will be put on Highway 99 when the Massey Tunnel is replaced with a new bridge.

He said tolling both new bridges would unfairly leave only one untolled crossing south of the Fraser at the Alex Fraser Bridge and force changes to the provincial tolling policy.

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▶ ‘IMPERATIVE’ ANY WITNESSES Person of interest COME FORWARD, POLICE SAY sought in Surrey murder from page 1

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Police are now looking for a person of interest in a recent homicide.

On Friday, Feb. 27, 34-year-old Michael Amy was found dead in an SUV the 9500-block of 139 Street. The cause of death has not been made public.

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) is now looking for 44-year-old Donald Lyle Salahub of Abbotsford, who is identified as a “person of interest.”

Salahub is currently wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for violating his parole after disappearing from a halfway house in February.

Salahub is originally from Manitoba and is described as 5’11”, weighing more than 200 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes.

Anyone with information about Salahub’s whereabouts is asked to call the IHIT tipline at 1-877-551IHIT (4448) or email ihit tipline@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

Donald Salahub

Surrey Mounties believe all the incidents are targeted and related.

Police are collecting video surveillance and talking to neighbours and other witnesses.

The Surrey RCMP Gang Enforcement Team has been brought in to determine if the shootings are gang related.

“This type of activity is deeply concerning to the Surrey RCMP and the community” said Sgt. Dale Carr, Surrey RCMP spokesperson. “We are urging anyone with information regarding these shootings to come forward. It is imperative that you do, before someone else is seriously injured or killed.”

As The Leader was going to press Wednesday afternoon, police were investigating shots fired at 80 Avenue and 132 Street. It’s not believed anyone was hit and it’s not known whether the shooting is related to the others. Check surreyleader.com for updates.

Anyone who observed anything about these incidents is asked to call Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502, or to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS).

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New this year, we are offering an online engagement budget tool – Citizen Budget. Visit delta.citizenbudget.com to simulate your own Delta municipal budget by allocating tax dollars to your preferred funding categories and experience the decisions Council faces when developing the annual budget.

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Why should Surrey and North Delta vote YES? MORE FREQUENT BUSES New B-Line Rapid Bus service every 5 minutes along Scott Road.

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The Surrey Board of Education is inviting the public to play a part in local history and suggest a name for Surrey’s newest school.

The city’s newest public high school will be built at 7278 184 St. in the Clayton North neighbourhood.

It is slated to open in 2017.

According to school board policy, school names should reflect the history or geography of the neighbourhood or community.

Special consideration is given to names that have significant meaning to students and members of the community.

Anyone wishing to suggest a name can do so by emailing schoolnames@surreyschools. ca or by writing to: School Naming, Communication Services, Surrey Schools, 14033 92 Ave., Surrey, BC, V3V 0B7.

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ROAD AND BRIDGE IMPROVEMENTS A new Pattullo Bridge. Road upgrades throughout Surrey and North Delta will ensure people and goods move more freely and efficiently while also addressing critical bottlenecks.

Together, these projects and many more meet the demands of an expected population growth of 1 million in the next 30 years, which would otherwise put unimaginable strain on an already overcrowded transportation network.

Voting YES in the upcoming Transit and Transportation Referendum will reduce the costs of congestion by 33% and improve the quality of life for everyone – all for less than 35 cents a day per household. Vote YES for a faster commute, a stronger economy and a better environment.

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n which part of the roadway and at what speed you may drive your car are legally defined in sections 145 to 160 of the BC Motor Vehicle Act. A number of these sections address particular roads and particular designated lanes, but most set out the basic rules that all licensed drivers must obey: drive on the right side of the road and if safe to do so, at the posted speed limit.

These sections address what to do when you are overtaking a vehicle in front of you driving at a slower speed, namely pass to the left of the slower vehicle at a safe distance, and return to the right side of the highway only when safely clear. In turn, they also say that the driver of the overtaken vehicle on â&#x20AC;&#x153;hearing an audible signal given by the driver of the overtaking vehicleâ&#x20AC;? must cause the vehicle to give way to the right, and must not increase the speed of the vehicle until completely passed by the overtaking vehicle.

On multi-laned roadways, the rules say you cannot pass on the right of another vehicle, except when the other vehicle is left turning or when â&#x20AC;&#x153;there is one or more than one unobstructed lane on the side of the roadway on which the driver is permitted to drive.â&#x20AC;? These days most roads are multilaned. On most major highways the right lanes are enter and exit lanes and the left lanes are â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;expressâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lanes in which the drivers are expecting the traffic flow to be steady,

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Traffic volume is the most common impediment to traffic flow. More vehicles entering and exiting the flow and more vehicles travelling through controlled intersections along an urban artery tend to reduce the overall average speed of the flow. But certain individual driving behaviours have a disproportionate impact, namely drivers who, for whatever reason, drive more slowly than the average flow speed and who, for whatever reason, do not move into the slower moving part of that stream, namely to the right.

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He explained that while the police already ticket â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;lane hogsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, â&#x20AC;&#x153;the way that the legislation is currently written, â&#x20AC;Ś does not provide [the police] with the tools that give them the high degree of confidence that actually pulling someone over and giving them the ticket will stand up in court.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;Śby Cedric Hughes, Barrister & Solicitor with regular weekly contributions from Leslie McGuffin, LL.B.

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Saggi was planning to get ahead by taking Math 12 over the summer to get it â&#x20AC;&#x153;out of the wayâ&#x20AC;? before the new school year started.

The absence of academic activity motivated the 16-year-old and some fellow Grade 12 students to organize a youth conference aimed at high school students hoping to

From left: Youth Achieving Success conference founders and North Delta Grade 12 students Felix He, Tejas Saggi and Fiza Sandhu are anticipating more than 100 Lower Mainland high school students to attend their oneday career conference March 14. PHOTO SUMBITTED learn more about careers they want to pursue.

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Those who attend will also have a chance to win a scholarship for their post-secondary studies. The conference executive committee will provide all attendees with a link where they can find out more about applying for the award. Those in greatest financial need will be given priority, said Saggi. A winner will be announced on the website approximately two months after the conference.

Hoping to pursue a law career after graduation, Saggi said he and his committee members are convinced their conference will be a success as some of the inquiries they have received have come from first- and second-year university students struggling with the question of what subject(s) to major in. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The information that is out there doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t give you a sense of what people do on a day-to-day basis,â&#x20AC;? Saggi said.

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Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18417

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Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18416

Application: 7911-0111-00

Application: 7914-0340-00

Location: 6378 – 138 Street, 13812, 13856, 13890, 13906 and 13928 – 64 Avenue (13830 and 13840 – 64 Avenue)

Location: 16017 – 8 Avenue

Purpose of Bylaw and Permits: The applicant is seeking to rezone the hatched site from One-Acre Residential to Multiple Residential 30 and Single Family Residential (12) in order to allow the development of 200 townhouses and 3 single family small lots. In addition, a development variance permit is being sought to reduce setbacks and allow 1 unenclosed tandem parking space for each tandem parking unit.

Purpose of Bylaw: The applicant is seeking to enter into a Heritage Revitalization Agreement to permit the addition of a playground and the removal of parking stalls, to accommodate a proposed childcare centre at the Seventh Day Adventist Church.

DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BYLAW NO. 18416

DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BYLAW NO. 18417

Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18419 Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18418 Application: 7914-0345-00 Location: 14064 – 60 Avenue Purpose of Bylaw: The applicant is seeking to rezone the hatched property from One-Acre Residential to Single Family Residential (10) and Single Family Residential (12) in order to allow subdivision into 7 single family lots and 1 remainder portion for future development with the adjacent property.

DEVELOPMENT LOCATION MAP BYLAW NO. 18418

Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18420 Application: 7912-0323-00 Location: 2552 and 2580 – 164 Street Purpose of Bylaw and Permit: The applicant is seeking to rezone the hatched site from One-Acre Residential to Comprehensive Development, Single Family Residential (10), Single Family Residential (12) and Single Family Residential in order to create 33 single family lots. In addition, a development variance permit is being sought to reduce setbacks and vary parking requirements for the RF-Zoned lots and increase the minimum side yard on a flanking street and allow driveway access from the front yard for Lot 33.

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MORE INFO Surrey Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 18415 Application: 7914-0241-00 Location: 5732 – 176 Street Purpose of Bylaw: The applicant is seeking to enter into a heritage revitalization agreement to allow for exterior and interior renovations in order to preserve the original features of the Heritage Clova Theatre

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Surrey Zoning Text Amendment Bylaw No. 18414 Purpose of Bylaw: This text amendment will incorporate housekeeping and text amendments identified through the on-going administration of the Bylaw and will clarify zoning regulations and ensure consistency with City policies as described in Corporate Report 2015-R022.

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Piper inspires fundraiser WHO WILL YOU RELAY FOR?

▶ SFU PIPE BAND HOLDING MARCH 28 CONCERT TO SUPPORT CANCER RESEARCH STEPH TROUGHTON

Forty-eight-year-old Surrey father and Simon Fraser University (SFU) Pipe Band mem-

ber Andrew Bonar is the inspiration behind a fundraising performance benefiting cancer research scheduled for March 28.

Bonar was diagnosed with brain cancer last fall.

He underwent a complicated operation to remove a tumour from the left side of his brain, which was

discovered after he developed headaches and problems with balance and coordination.

Ranked as one of the world’s best pipers, Bonar, who has been with the SFU band for 35 years, has been to the World Pipe Band Championships 29 times, sharing in the ensemble’s six world champion titles and

St. Patrick’s Day SPECIALS: Surrey resident and Simon Fraser University Pipe Band member Andrew Bonar.

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will be held at SFU Theatre in Burnaby and is scheduled from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The event will also feature the Heather Jolley Highland Dancers, which includes Bonar’s 10-year-old daughter Kate.

All funds from the concert will go to the BC Cancer Foundation, as requested by Bonar.

Tickets ($35) include a burger and beverage.

For more information, visit www.sfupb.com

STREET TREES

Please don’t prune City street trees!

To ensure the health of our street trees, the City of Surrey prunes the trees in accordance with International Society of Arboriculture Best Practices and Standards.

City By-law 5235 prohibits damage to City trees, including unauthorized or substandard pruning.

To find out more about the pruning and maintenance of City street trees, or to find out if the tree in front of your house is a City street tree, please call 604.501.5050 and we will have a City Arborist contact you.

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Celtic Fest BLACK PRESS

Surrey Museum’s Celtic Fest takes place Saturday at 17710 56A Ave. On March 14 from 1-4 p.m., experience all things Celtic: lively music and dance performances, and Celtic-inspired games and take-home crafts.

The museum’s lobby will transform into a lively Irish céilí.

Performers include: • Allen Barnett will play the Scottish accordion at 1 p.m.

• The Steele School of Dance performs Scottish jigs at 1:30 p.m.

• Irish band Small Potatoes will perform enchanting fiddle and whistle tunes at 2 p.m.

• The White Rock Scottish Dance Club will take to the floor at 2:30 p.m.

• Brigadoon Highland Dancers will be a foot stomping good time in the theatre at 3 p.m.

• The Cambrian Circle Singers take centre stage at 3:30 p.m.

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2015 DELTA FLAT RATE UTILITY BILL DUE MARCH 31, 2015 2015 Utility Bills have been mailed. All property owners are responsible for payment of utilities, regardless of whether or not a utility bill is received.

Utility bill payment must be received by March 31, 2015 to avoid penalty. Check with your financial institution about the dating of your payment, as transactions made on March 31 may be dated the following business day.

Vancity Awards Deltassist a $10,000 grant for their 2015 Income Tax Program During the months of March and April, Deltassist Family and Community Services volunteers will be available to prepare income tax returns for low-income Delta residents.

Many people do not know that they need to file a tax return in order to receive the GST/HST credit or the Canada Child Tax Benefit. Filing a tax return on time is important when receiving other benefits such as the Guaranteed Income Supplement for seniors, MSP Premium Assistance and Pharmacare.

Ladner and Tsawwassen residents can call 604-946-9526 to book an appointment at Deltassists’s Ladner office (4891 Delta Street) and North Delta residents can call 604-594-3455 to book an appointment at Deltassists’s North Delta office (9097 120th Street).

A 5% penalty will be applied to outstanding balances after March 31, 2015. A further 5% penalty will be applied to outstanding balances after July 2, 2015 and September 2, 2015.

This reminder does not apply to the quarterly metered utility bill.

For more information regarding the 2015 Utility Bill, please contact the Taxation Office at 604-946-3235 or taxation@delta.ca.

Along with your Utility Bill, look for the Mayor’s Message on Upcoming Metro Vancouver Referendum & Transportation Planning.

Be sure to read the insert and provide your feedback to Mayor and Council!

Deltassist wishes to thank Vancity’ s North Delta Community Branch, their staff and management for supporting our 2015 Income Tax Program by awarding a $10,000 grant to Deltassist for this valuable program for low income Delta residents.

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Charles, Nicoletta Baumeister, Sean Alward, and Reuben Kambeitz.

Refreshments will be available for the duration of this informal event.

Admission is free.

Following the individual presentations, the artists will enter into a conversation with each other and the audience, facilitated by Surrey Art Gallery Curator Jordan Strom.

The presentation and discussion will be illustrated with slides of the artists’ work.

Marking the gallery’s 40th anniversary, Views from the Southbank I presents artwork that engages with the stories of Surrey and the surrounding south-of-Fraser region – its cultural legacies, individual memories and collective myths.

Whether it be the re-enactment of history through the celebrations and displays at Fort Langley, the burying of ancient history under new freeways in North Delta or the memorialization of the past in one of the province’s oldest pet cemeteries in Surrey, artists in this exhibition show the many ways this region collectively presents – or turns away from – its histories and memories.

The exhibition features art from the gallery’s permanent collection along with artworks borrowed from private collections.

This project is the first of a three-part series of exhibitions titled “Views from the Southbank” that will run throughout the year.

The Surrey Art Gallery is located at 13750 88 Ave.

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Putting a spin on weaving ▶ TWO-DAY SHOW AIMS TO TEACH PEOPLE – OF ALL AGES – ABOUT FIBRE CRAFTS LAUREN COLLINS

This Friday and Saturday is the seventh annual Fibres West show in Cloverdale.

There are classes for beginners and children, as well as demonstrations and lectures throughout the two-day show.

Fibres West is put on solely by Brenda Alexander, who owns Penelope Fibre Arts in South Surrey.

Alexander said spinning and weaving has become more popular over the years for people in their 20s and 30s.

“Most people think of spinning and weaving as something for little old ladies,” she said.

Last year more than 15,000 people attended the show, with some coming from Alberta and Washington.

This year there are more than 60 ven-

dors and Alexander said they are 100 per cent Canadian, except for one vendor who comes from Port Townsend, WA. Alexander said most of the vendors are owners of small fibre craft businesses and Fibres West is their big event.

Fibres West 2015 runs March 13 and 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Cloverdale Agriplex (176 Street and 62 Avenue). Admission is $8 for adults, $6 for students and seniors, and free for kids under 14.

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GUEST SPEAKERS

Join us for our annual series of talks about art in the city and its importance to creating connections between citizens and their communities.

Thursday, March 19

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Connie Watts REDEFINING NORTHWEST COAST ART IN PUBLIC SPACES A strong attachment to nature and quest to live in balance stems from the First Nations’ ways of being and living life. These ways are what guide many First Nations’ artists and are reflected in their artwork which exhibits an intricacy of detail and richness of iconographic language. Artist, designer and curator Connie Watts will present an overview of her experiences working with Aboriginal artists across Canada as well as creating her own work for public spaces in cities. Connie is of Nuu-chah-nulth, Gitxsan and Kwakwaka’wakw ancestry and lives in Port Alberni. This talk will be preceded by a short performance by country music duo, Georgia Rain.

Thursday, April 23

Start with a historic chapel with great acoustics and pretty stained glass windows — a protected heritage site that is rarely open to the public.

Then, invite some of the region’s top opera talents to perform there and you have what promises to be a magical experience for lovers of great classical music and vocal artistry.

Don’t miss this exciting series showcasing arts, culture and heritage.

7:00 p.m.

Norman Armour

WED, APR 1 2:00 & 7:00 p.m.

MAPPING A CITY

City Opera Vancouver Classics of the Musical Stage

For over ten years, Vancouver’s PuSh International Performing Arts Festival has been presenting and animating contemporary works for the stage and public spaces that explore and reflect upon civic history and identity. Innovative, trendsetting, provocative, experiential and thought-provoking are words commonly used to describe a “PuSh show.” The festival’s artistic and executive director, Norman Armour, will survey a group of stand-out projects to show how the arts, and in particular festivals, can be a central player in expressing and shaping a city’s evolving sense of itself. This talk will be preceded by a short musical performance by theatre and recording artist, Veda Hille.

Porgy and Bess and beyond. Great arias, songs and duets by Gershwin, Porter and Kern; here are your favourites in a single concert. With two of City Opera Vancouver’s most glamorous and accomplished singers — soprano Michelle Keobke and baritone Ed Moran — host and narrator Tom Durrie will guide audiences through an unforgettable evening of unforgettable music!

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Thursday, May 14 7:00 p.m.

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Johanna Hurme ARCHITECTURE AGAINST AMBIVALENCE

Giuseppe Verdi’s classic opera, La Traviata, explores society and morality through the passionate love and tragic death of the beautiful, but fragile, courtesan Violetta, who sacrifices her one hope for happiness for her lover’s reputation. This concert will be performed by five superb young singers — featuring soprano Gina McLellan Morel as Violetta and tenor Brian Lee as Alfredo — under the musical direction of David Boothroyd.

According to Johanna Hurme, founding partner of Winnipeg’s internationally acclaimed 5468796 architecture, we cannot afford to litter our world with mediocre and disposable architecture. We need to recognize that the difference between the good and the bad is long-term vision, intelligence and care—not the price tag. By presenting a series of case studies, projects and processes, Johanna will demonstrate how design can provide answers to problems far greater than the task at hand, and how by thinking beyond the ordinary we all can help create an undeniably better world. This talk will be preceded by a short performance by flamenco guitarist, Baraa Safaa.

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Varsity also has a Walk-Score of 77 – a system used to reflect how easy it is to get around without a car, between 0 and 100.

Pastorek says this score is exceptionally high, especially for the Valley.

Building ‘C’ is move-in ready and offers one-bedrooms from $149,900 and twobedroom or two- bedroom and guest homes from 840 square feet to 1,090 square feet starting at $249,900. Building ‘D’ is well underway, with an estimated completion time of late August to early September.

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The Ovation Awards honour excellence in the renovation, design and construction of new single-family and multi-family homes across Metro Vancouver.

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▶ TWO SURREY SCHOOLS COMPETE AT B.C. CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENTS IN LANGLEY

Positive finish for Fleetwood RICK KUPCHUK

tournament. They stopped the Mt. Baker Wild 76-41 in their first The result didn’t matter, the consolation game, before losing smiles on the faces of her players 62-50 to the Handsworth Royals. is what counted for Fleetwood A slow start hurt them against Park Dragons head coach Pam Claremont, but there were still Reynolds. some bright spots.

Competing at the B.C. Senior “Jada Jordan played real well AAA Girls High School Basketball today, she’s only in Grade 10 and Tournament, the Dragons won she really stepped up her defense,” one of four games at the Langley said Reynolds. “Every game, we Events Centre, finishing their had somebody step up, it’s been run with a 61-56 setback against our signature all year. Simi Lehal, the Claremont Spartans Saturday Simran Grewal, Jordyn Doi all afternoon. stepped up.”

Fleetwood Park fell behind early, Point guard Cyrille Butac trailing 15-4 five minutes into the topped the Dragons scoring with game, and were down 54-34 before 23 points, including 13 in the going on a 22-8 run fourth-quarter rally. to get to within four Grewal added 11. points before running ▶ “We didn’t Q Some bad breaks out of time.

– and perhaps a bit of have a great “It’s what we wanted, complacency – knocked to finish in a positive first half, but the Holy Cross Crusadsort of way,” said Reyners down to 13th place they came olds. “We didn’t have in the Senior AA girls a great first half but back...” provincial tournament, they came back in the also at the Langley PAM REYNOLDS second and did a very Events Centre. good job.”

Seeded fourth for the Credited with a 12th16-team tournament, place finish at the 16Holy Cross lost their team tournament, Reynolds wasn’t first two games before winning too concerned about where the the last pair. Head coach Steve team placed. Just being there was Beauchamp predicted before the enough of a reward. tournament there was a lot of pari“You don’t really remember the ty among the teams, but added a wins and losses, you remember better start would have improved your teammates,” Reynolds said. their placing.

“The teams we played against “The girls had a bit of a reckoning last night when they saw that when I played at provincials, I three of the final four teams were can’t remember. But I remember the bus rides and the good times. I catholic schools, and at the (B.C.) Catholic Championship,s we came hope that’s what they remember.” second.

Coming off a sixth-place finish “It was an eye opener for them at the Fraser Valley championship to see how close we really were, tournament, the Dragons lost 62and I think it will bode well for us 46 to the R.A. McMath Wildcats next year. The younger girls realize in the first round of the provincial

Jada Jordan of the Fleetwood Park Dragons dribbles the ball during a game against the R.A. McMath Wildcats at the B.C. Senior AAA Girls High School Basketball Tournament. The Dragons placed 12th at the 16-team tournament at the Langley Events Centre. EVAN SEAL when we come to the provincials, you have to step up your game.”

The Crusaders lost 67-63 to the St. Thomas Aquinas Fighting Saints in their first round game, then were edged 59-56 by the Vernon Panthers on Day Two. They turned things around with a 65-46 victory over the Caledonia Kermodes, before their final game, a 75-47 victory over the Southridge

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The Surrey Gymnastic Society (SGS) enjoyed three days of success at the two meets it hosted at the Guildford Recreation Centre.

At the Surrey Classic Boys’ Invitational and the Carol Lenz Memorial girls’ Invitational, SGS gymnasts won a combined 13 all around medals Feb. 27 to March 1. The two competitions attracted more than 400 athletes, coaches and officials.

Treyson Cerrato was one of three competitors – and the lone male – from the host club to win an all around gold medal, accomplishing the feat in the Provincial 5 category. The 13 yearold South Surrey resident earned gold medal scores on floor, rings, vault and parallel bars, and added silver medals

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all around bronze. He won gold on pommel horse, silver on rings and bronze on floor and parallel bars.

Nine of the all around medals won by SGS members came in the Carol Lenz competition for girls.

Uliana Grichkovskaia, 10, was the all around gold medalist in the JO4 (Junior Olympic 4) group after placing first on beam and floor and winning silver medals on vault and bars. in the same category, teammate Monaeya Silveira won the all around silver medal after tying Grichkovskaia for gold on beam and winning gold on vault.

Completing the SGS sweep of the all around medals in the category was Mackenzie Long, 10, who was third overall with a silver on floor and a bronze on bars.

In the same category, Kelsey Snow, 11, was fourth all around after tying Long for the silver on floor and taking bronze on vault and beam.

In the JO4 – 2005-06 group, nine-year-old Anna Polunochev had high scores on bars and beam and was runner-up on vault and floor to finish first all around.

Alanna Jones, 20, of Surrey was second all around in the JO9 2001-plus group. She won gold on vault and silver on bars, beam and floor.

Alexa Cannon, 12, earned silver all around in the JO7 - 2001-02 category. The South Surrey resident won a gold medal on vault, a silver on floor and bronze on bars and beam. Teammate Eva Woodward, 12, of North Delta was fourth all around after

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Second-half rally lifts Thunder to championship ▶ PANORAMA RIDGE TOPS LORD TWEEDSMUIR IN ALL-SURREY JUNIOR GIRLS FINAL

der head coach John Sowerby. “She had five steals, three of them for layups. She forced turnovers, she played the best game of her life.”

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Panorama Ridge scored nine consecutive points to take a 29-28 lead, then after Tweedsmuir got a bucket to regain the lead, the Thunder reeled off another 24 consecutive points and put the game well out of reach.

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▶ ALL AROUND MEDALS FOR LOCAL ATHLETES from page 38

winning a bronze medal on floor.

Eight year-old Maya Wilson won the all around silver medal in the JO2 - 2006-07 category with a silver on bars. Talya Jalbert won a bronze medal on floor in the same category.

Alice Bashko, 9, was the all around bronze medalist in the JO3 – 2005-06 group, winning a bronze medal on floor.

RayAnne Quinn, 16, won the all around bronze medal in JO7 - 2000-plus, winning silver on beam and bronze on bars.

Event medalists included nine-year-old Chloe Dickson (JO2 2003-05) with a silver medal on beam and a bronze medal on floor, 17 year-old Emily Carroll (JO8 - 200-plus) with a silver medal on bars, 13 year-old Nicole Czerniakowski (JO6 –

opportunities and they capitalized on theirs,” said McRae. “The level of play was pretty even. They just hit their shots and we didn’t.”

2002-03) with bronze medals on bars and beam, and six year-old Viktoria Duchesne (JO3 – 2007-2008) with a bronze medal on beam.

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“Sometimes that hoop loves you, and sometimes it doesn’t.

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JONKER NISSAN 19505 LANGLEY BY-PASS, SURREY TEL: (604) 534-7957 double as a coupe but nothing can replace the real thing. This is a long, low, wide take on a coupe. Much better-looking car that that old IS. Looks One area that Lexus has focused on is the front grille and aggressive stance of many of its latest vehicles. This grille is what Lexus calls a “spindle” grille, made to replicate a fabric spindle. Why, you ask? Well, the Toyoda family was in the fabric loom business before they started making military trucks and then cars. This is a fun tip-of-the-hat to the origins of the business.

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Toyota has suffered criticism in the past that must sting: some if its designs have been called boring or vanilla.

Things are changing at Toyota, just look at the much more dynamic designs placed on the small Corolla or mid-sized Camry, still practical but much better looking.

The same criticism was levelled at the Toyota luxury brand, Lexus. Here too, the designers have taken a dramatic shift in the way the cars look and feel. The RC coupe is an all-new category for Lexus and one they call “Sexy”. There was a retractable hardtop Lexus IS convertible that tried to

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Boring and vanilla it is not On some cars it looks a bit forced, on this RC it certainly looks well integrated and sleek. What are hard to see are two pin-lights imbedded in the grille that act as driving lights. The back has cheese-grater looking faux vents behind the rear wheels that serve no function and look a bit busy. The FC is sold as a rear wheel drive (RWD) model or all wheel drive (AWD) plus it is sold with Lexus F Sport trim packages that enhance the wheels and add extra go-fast looking trim pieces. The car seen here is the 350 AWD without F Sport.

Lexus has built a strong following because of the high quality, bulletproof reliability the brand offers, with an ever-present luxury feel.

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Inside Lexus continues the overhaul inside the RC cabin. The dash really looks and feels cockpit-like, with a high centre console and sporty looking trim. There is a new touch pad between the front seats that lets the driver scroll around the centre screen just as one would on a laptop. To enter a setting, the driver pushed the track pad, all very intuitive. The F Sport models get a special centre speedometer cluster that has the single dial move to one side for quick reference information. The non- F Sport models get a small screen to use instead. The seats are nicely sculpted and trimmed in leather, plus the back seats are roomy enough for adults if the front seats are moved slightly forward, children will fit easily.

What is impressive is the use of soft-touch materials and a level of finish and that should be experienced firsthand.

Drive Most Canadians will gravitate towards the RWD RC 350 not just because of the added traction but also because of the lower starting price. It’s odd that the RWD car starts at $57,650, where the AWD starts at $54,600.

The RWD F Sport car is a more performance-oriented with an 8-speed automatic transmission and adaptive front and rear suspension and all-wheel steering system; the AWD gets a 6-speed auto and a passive shock system.

Both use the same 3.5L V6 engine with 307hp. The AWD car seams to be set up as a touring car, not getting away from the Lexus roots planted firmly in the luxury camp. It would be a good idea to try the more dynamic F Sport model back-to-back with the AWD to see if the softer model is to your tastes. The power from the engine can be rather fun but the driver needs to really kick the throttle to wake the car from its luxury slumber, this also is the only time the engine sounds particularly exciting.

Verdict Lexus has built a strong following because of the high quality, bulletproof reliability the brand offers, with an ever-present luxury feel. The F Sport models offer a more aggressive design and improved on-road dynamics.

With an eye on making the brand more exciting, the designers did a fine job inside and out. The AWD model doesn’t stray too far from the traditional Lexus formula or producing comfortable and luxurious transportation, this time in a much more stylish wrap. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca The Lowdown Power: 3.5L V6 with 307hp Fill-up: 12.6L/9.1L/100km (city/highway) Sticker price: $54,600

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GRADUATE EMPLOYMENT

Additional $3,000 Bursary for March Intake

.25 RATE (2014)

Just laid off?

Your Career Starts Here

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

DCC Campus located next to the King George Sky Train Call now to receive a free information package

604-930-9908 www.discoverycommunitycollege.com

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 114

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

LONG HAUL DRIVERS

LONG HAUL DRIVERS

HIRING: Long Haul Truck Drivers Surrey based trucking company, Trican Transport Ltd. requires Class 1, w/air brake endorsement, Long Haul Truck Drivers for hauling loads throughout N. America.

Job duties include: Operate and drive articulated trucks to transport goods. Plan travel schedule and routes. Conduct pre-trip inspection. Monitor vehicleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s performance. Maintain log book etc.

Must know English. Min. 1 year experience reqâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d. $23.50/hour for 50 hrs/week. Apply by mail or in person at 12979 80th Ave, Surrey BC V3W 3B1 Fax: 604-909-1913

Metro Express Ltd. in Surrey is hiring 5 F/T permanent, long haul truck drivers for long haul, regional, provincial & international runs.

REQUIREMENTS: a valid class 1 or A drivers license, air brake endorsement (Z), 1 - 2 years experience, fluent English, Grade 12 grad. Criminal record check and Drivers Abstract required. JOB DUTIES: operate & drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials, perform pre trip inspection, maintain log book, load & unload cargo, follow safety procedures for transporting goods, communicate with dispatcher and clients, read road maps, etc.

SKILLS: Problem solving, job task planning and organizing, and significant use of memory.

SALARY: $23/hr, 50/hours/week.

SUPERVISOR of Truck Drivers Accord Transportation Ltd. Surrey BC requires a full time Supervisor of Truck Drivers. The applicants must have more than 3 years experience in transportation. Job Duties will include: Supervise and co-ordinate activities of the truck drivers; Schedule duties; Monitor work and time schedule; Resolve work related problems; Resolve customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; complaints; Prepare & submit reports to management; Order spares and supplies; Assist in hiring new workers; and Provide training to staff. Wage $36/hr + benefits, 40 hours/week. Fax resumes to: 604-575-7510, email: jobs@accordtransportation.com or mail: #801 - 17665 66A Ave., Surrey, BC, V3S 2A7.

Interested applicants can may send their resumes by email to: metroexpressltd@yahoo.ca or by mail: 8219 - 154 St. Surrey BC V3S 8M1. Ph: 604-599-6949

604 575 5555

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EDUCATION

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HELP WANTED

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HELP WANTED

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Are you retired or laid off from long term employment?

Looking for full-time or parttime work to keep you busy?

If you have excellent computer skills, previous experience in a sales/service environment and are looking for variety â&#x20AC;&#x201C; we have the job for you! Moderate physical work is also involved in this position.

Please apply with Resume: hr@sfyl.com

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

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

Weekly start dates. Job board!

Funding options.

SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com PAINTER Sal $18.00/hr, F/T, Pmt, 2+ yrs. exp. Edu: High school an asset, Duties: Determine quantities of materials required. Prepare & clean surfaces. Mix & thin paint.

Remove old wallpaper & repair cracks or holes in surface. Apply paint or other painting related materials. Measure & apply coatings to protect non painted surfaces. Use of brushes, rollers and spray equipment. Assemble and erect scaffolding & swing stages.

Work at various locations in lower mainland in BC. Lang: Basic English speaking.

Contact: Gurpreet from Smart Choice Painting Inc. at 1434372A Ave, Surrey BC V3W1R6.

Apply at smart_painting@yahoo.ca

FARM WORKERS

GREENHOUSE Supervisor needed at Houwelingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tomatoes in Delta.

The successful candidate will supervise a large crew of greenhouse workers propagating vegetable seedlings. Strong leadership and communication skills are required as well as supervisory experience preferably in the greenhouse industry. Candidates must read, write and speak English. Fluency in Spanish is an asset. Accommodation on site available. Send your resume to resumes@houwelings.com.

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SANDWICH ARTISTS

1320 - 56th Street.

Tsawwassen

.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

ALL SHIFTS, Part-Time â&#x20AC;˘ No experience necessary â&#x20AC;˘ Uniform & training provided â&#x20AC;˘ 1 free meal included daily

SUBWAY

FRANCHISE

Call Hardeep 604-948-2888 Please No Calls Between 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

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

FLAG PEOPLE - $15/$16 p/h. Must have Certificate & Car. Call 9am3pm (604)-720-2635 bcrshr@bcroadsafe.com

Required full-time, seasonal for our Langley location. Duties include packing carts with fresh floral baskets and general cleanup. Position to start as soon as possible. $12.49/hour.

Some heavy lifting. No exp. necessary.

Please fax resume 604.591.6963 LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE STAFF

Jimâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mowing Business for Sale Call 310-JIMS (5467)

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Reporter Victoria News The Victoria News, has an immediate opening for a full-time experienced reporter. Reporting to the editor, the successful candidate will provide top-quality work on a range of news and feature stories covering a range of beats.

A key attribute will be an ability to work well as a self-starting member of a competitive newsroom.

You will be expected to contribute to regular newsroom meetings and bring your creative talents to readers through concise, accurate and entertaining writing. The successful candidate will show keen attention to detail, work well under deadline pressures, and willing to learn in a fastpaced environment.

Knowledge of Canadian Press style is important, as is the ability to take and carry out instructions in a timely fashion. Basic photography skills are required. Must have a valid driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license and working vehicle. Knowledge of InDesign and Photoshop CS6 would be considered an asset.

As the largest independently owned newspaper company in Canada, with more than 180 titles in print and online, Black Press has operations in British Columbia, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii, California and Ohio.

Interested candidates should send resume, clippings and cover letter by March 15, 2015 to: Kevin Laird Editorial Director-Greater Victoria Black Press 818 Broughton Street Victoria, B.C. V8W 1E4 or e-mail: klaird@blackpress.ca

www.blackpress.ca

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HELP WANTED

CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD

We are seeking F/T & P/T staff.

Must have own vehicle. Some experience an asset, training avail.

Wage neg. Positions avail immed.

Req: Carpenters, Helpers Labourers, CSOâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/OFAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s TCPâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Cleaners $11-28/hr

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small to LARGE ads get results in

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Please email resumes to:

Data Administrator Surrey, BC A division of Black Press Community News Media, LocalWorkBC.ca develops custom recruitment strategies and advertising campaigns for clients across the province in both online and print. We have an immediate opening for a Data Administrator to join our team at head office in Surrey, BC. The Data Administrator is responsible for but not limited to: t 1PTUJOH EJHJUBM BET UP MPDBMXPSLCD DB t "TTJTUJOH UIF 4BMFT UFBN XJUI EBUB FOUSZ t $VTUPNFS TFSWJDF TVQQPSU Must have good computer skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Mac platforms. HTML knowledge is preferred but not required. The applicant will have a strong work ethic and attention to detail, and a positive attitude.

Interested applicants please email your resume, references and cover letter by Monday, March 23rd to Kristy Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Connor, Manager of Black Press Digital: koconnor@bpdigital.ca

blackpress.ca X bclocalnews.com

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

required for

Mirage Banquet Hall on 64th Ave in Surrey Fax resume: 604-575-0354 Ph: 604-575-0304 or 604-355-4646

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC (MILLWRIGHT)

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.

1.) Attractive Wages & Excellent Employee BeneďŹ ts.

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

3.) Company Sponsored Social Activities.

Searching for your dream home or selling it? This is the location. Listings include everything from acreage, farms/ranches to condos and waterfront homes.

bcclassified.com

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

Servers & Tandoori Cook

OUR COMPANY OFFERS:

GREENHOUSE WORKERS

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Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily

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

Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic (Surrey Terminal) Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. requires two (2) full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanics to work out of our Surrey Terminal located at 10155 Grace Road. One (1) position is an afternoon shift starting at 3:30PM and working until midnight and the other position (1) has an 11:30PM start working until 8:00AM. Applicants should have an inspectors ticket, a minimum of 2 years of related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. Experience in a freight fleet environment would be preferred as this is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers.

Seize this opportunity to work for one of Western Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest regional freight carriers.

For more information, call Derek, at 604-587-9818 or 604-968-7149 Interested candidates should attach an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889 Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

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

LOEWEN Welding & Mfg, Abbotsford, is looking for experienced machinist with 3 or more years of experience. Work week is Mon Thurs, 10 hrs a day. Fax resume to 604-826-6051 or email to gord@loewenwelding.com

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

PERSONAL SERVICES 182

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

242

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

Stair Builder / Parts Craftsman

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 Please Fax resume: 604-513-1194 or E-mail: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com

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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

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

CONCRETE & PLACING

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

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

604-531-5935

STAMPED CONCRETE

ALL BEST LANDSCAPING All Lawn Care ~ Free Est.

FPatios FPool Decks FSidewalks FDriveways FForming FFinishing FRe & Re 30yrs exp. Quality workmanship Fully Insured crossroadsstampedconcrete.com

Lawn Cut, Ride-on mower, Pwr Rake, Aerating, Weeding.

Hedge Trim, Pruning, Reseed, Edging, Moss Killer, Bark Mulch, Pressure Wash., Gutter Clean. Roof Clean. Res/Comm.

Reas. Rates, Fully insured. WCB.

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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Unique Taste, Unique Menus...

Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...

Kristy 604.488.9161

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

EXP. CARPENTER / HANDYMAN All types of work! No job too small!

Over 20 yrs exp! Ed 778-888-8603 BEAUTIFUL BATHROOM Plumbing + Drywall + Elect. + Tubs & Showers & Sinks + Toilets & Tile + Fan + Countertop + Painting = = BEAUTIFUL BATHROOM!!

Sen disc. Work Guar.17 yrs exp. Call Nick 604-230-5783, 604-581-2859

Tired of Fighting?

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Need Dispute Resolution?

Mediation Services

FINISH CARPENTER Finish Carpentry - Mouldings, sundecks, stairs, siding, painting, drywall. Refs. Rainer cel 604-613-1018

BL CONTRACTING RENOVATIONS SPECIALIST

SUNDECKS: *Cedar *Treated *Vinyl *Trex

ELECTRICAL

RAILINGS: *Aluminum *Glass *Wood

(604)240-1920 RICHGOLD Contr. Ltd. Bsmt suites, framing, drywall, paint, decking, flooring, crown moulding & all kinds of reno’s. Sam 604-992-8474.

FENCING

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TOPSOIL Turf & Lawn Blend, Planting & Garden Blend, Composted Mulch, Sand & Gravel

CARRIERS WANTED

Call 604-531-5935

HOME REPAIRS

HANDYMAN Home Repair Services - 45 Yrs Exp Call or Text Henry 604-868-5441 A1 BATH RENO’S. Bsmt suites, drywall, patios, plumbing, siding, fencing, roofing, landscaping, etc.

Joe 604-961-9937.

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* Painting Contractor * * Residential / Commercial * New construction * Re-paint Interior / Exterior * Big or Small Jobs * We provide hi-end quality. * Book Now for 25% Off

. FREE Scrap Metal Removal. .FREE Scrap metal removal. Appls, BBQS, exercise equip, cars, etc. 604-572-3733 ww.tkhaulaway.com

WCB INSURED

Vincent 543-7776

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

A Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber

EXCELLENT RATES DISPOSAL Anything, anywhere. Free ests.

Call Rick anytime (604)329-2783.

RENOS & REPAIRS Excellent price on Hot Water Tanks Furnace, Boilers, Plumbing Jobs & Drain Cleaning

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

✭ 604-312-7674 ✭

BRO MARV PLUMBING Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com 10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005 FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATING H/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s.

Drain Cleaning. Ins. (604)596-2841

~ Certified Plumber ~ ON CALL 24 HOURS/DAY

Reno’s and Repairs

KITCHEN CABINETS

MISC SERVICES

PAVING/SEAL COATING

ASPHALT Paving and Decorative Stamped Asphalt. 30 years in business in Surrey. Driveways, parking lots, play areas etc. Phone Jim at 604-589-2820 or e-mail rainbowpaving@shaw.ca

Furnace, Boilers, Hot Water Heat Plumbing Jobs ~ Reas rates

QUICKWAY Kitchen Cabinets Ltd. ****Mention this ad for 10% Off **** Call Raman @ 604-561-4041.

ROUTES AVAILABLE

EXTRA CHEAP JUNK / RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free! (778)997-5757

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

.aaa lawn 604-542-1349a

Brads Junk Removal.com. Same Day Service. Affordable Rates! 604.220.JUNK (5865)

INTERVAN PAINTING

~ PRO PAINTERS ~ INTERIOR / EXTERIOR Quality Work, Free Estimates

1-A1 BRAR CEDAR FENCING, chain link & landscaping. Block retaining wall. Reasonable rates.

Harry 604-719-1212, 604-306-1714

604.562.2423

POLAR BEAR PAINTING & Pressure Washing. $299~3 rooms (walls only 2 coats.) 604-866-6706

CURB APPEAL

PHIL’S FENCING: Custom blt cedar fences/gates/lattice. Repairs, decks & stairs, 604-591-1173, 351-1163

• Experienced • Professional • Affordable • Honest discoveryleadership.com

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

Landscaping, Mowing, Pruning & Clean-up. Small Delivery of Soil, Mulch, Rock. Sell your home faster.

Dale 604 - 785 - 5982

CHECK CLASSIFIEDS bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

Low Cost. Same Day. Licensed.

Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062

2 coats any colour

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

WCB, Insured, Free Est’s!

Call Henry 778-288-4560

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

LEGAL SERVICES

Running this ad for 10yrs

VECTOR RENO’S

Reno & Texture Specialist, Painting.

✓

RUBBISH REMOVAL

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299

BEST LAWN & GARDEN Service.

We don’t just maintain, we improve.

25 yrs exp. Call Mike 604-868-3554

“No job too small”. 604-825-8469 Professional DRYWALL & TAPING All Textures. Big / Small Projects.

Call: 604-970-1285

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604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

Specializing in all interior & exterior home renovations & additions Call 604-690-3327

HARRY’S LAWN CARE

DRYWALL

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

New Construction & Renovations Patios ✦ Sundecks ✦ Fencing Bathrooms Concrete Sidewalks Basement Suites Remodels FREE ESTIMATES GORD REID 778-241-4668

Spring Cleanup, Power Raking, Aerating Fertilizer Trimming Year round care Com/Res 604-825-5545

A Call to Vern. Free Est. Drywall,

175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

www.paintspecial.com

Bill, 604-306-5540 or 604-589-5909

PSB DRYWALL ★ All Boarding, Taping, Framing & Texture. Insured work. Dump Removal Service.

604-762-4657/604-764-6416

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TOPSOIL & GRAVEL

UNIQUE CONCRETE 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

GARDENING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Excavators, Backhoes, Bobcats & Dump Trucks for hire

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

www.bcclassified.com

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

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Erin 604 - 354 -0596

WE’RE ON THE WEB

Specializing in Private Events!

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

~ 604-597-3758 ~

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PRESSURE WASHING bythebay.com

SAND & GRAVEL SALES All types of sand & gravel 604-560-9255

✶Dump Site Now Open✶ SBroken Concrete RocksS $24.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $24.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds

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SUNDECKS

$59.00 Per Ton

Meadows Landscape Supply

604-465-1311 PRESSURE WASHING - Prices Starting at $99.00. Quality, Integrity Manintenance. 778-997-5163

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DELTA ROUTE# PAPERS

2-09

67

AREA DESCRIPTION

Filey Dr - Scarborough Dr - Carnaby Pl - Boynton Pl - 112 St

2-10

68

74A Ave - Barmston Pl - Auburn Pl - Filey Dr, Malton Dr - Minster Dr - 112 St

3-01

96

77A Ave - 80 Ave, 115 St - 116 St

3-04

66

78B Ave - 80 Ave, 118 St - 119B St

4-04

92

Hamlin Dr - Lyon Rd, Cherry Ln Faber Cres - Kent Cres - Stoney Cres

4-17 5-05 5-10 5-14

97 58 64 47

Briarwood Cres - Inglewood Pl Sunwood Dr - Sunwood Pl Modesto Dr - Wiltshire Pl - Wiltshire Blvd Westside Dr - Modesto Dr - Wiltshire Blvd, 78 Ave - 80 Ave Westside

92

87A Ave - 88 Ave, 112 St - 114 St

8-02

40

Norum Pl - Norum Cres - Norum Rd

8-04

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Shepherd Way - Patricia Dr - Russell Dr Beverly Dr - Downs Rd - Taylor Way

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12-14 12-17 15-17 15-23 21-01 21-07 23-02 24-08 25-01 30-40 30-55 36-13

91 128 85 103 58 103 87 82 91 63 50 91

82 Ave - Delsom Pl - Trondheim Dr

6-02

8-12

SURREY

84 Ave - Dunlop Rd - Harrogate Dr

36-15

104

36-18

75

40-04 40-08

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AREA DESCRIPTION

56 Ave - 57A Ave, 182A St - 183 St 54 Ave - 55 Ave, 188 St - 189A St 64 Ave - 66 Ave, 142 St - 144 St 68 Ave - 70A Ave, 150 St - 152 St 87 Ave - 88 Ave, 128A St - 129 St 81A Ave - 82B Ave, 132 St - 133 St 100A Ave - 103A Ave, 121A St 123A St 99A Ave - 99 Ave, 123A St - 126 St 93A Ave - 95 Ave, 120A St - 122 St 109 Ave - 112 Ave, 163 St - 164 St Barnston Dr E - Lyncean Dr - 100 Ave, 178 St - 179 St Berg Rd - Selkirk Dr - Harper Rd Brentwood Cr - Park Dr - Grosvenor Rd - Hansen Rd - Cowan Rd 110A Ave - 110 Ave - Coventry Rd Antrim Rd, 140A St - 143A St 108 Ave - 109 Ave - Cowan Rd, 137 St - 140 St 115 Ave - 116 Ave, 136 St - 140 St 112B Ave - 114 Ave, 132 St - 133 St

CALL 604-575-5342 TO GET YOUR ROUTE TODAY!

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MOVING & STORAGE

A-1 PRESSURE WASHING Res/Com. Gutter cleaning, sidewalks, patios, siding, driveways.

Sen. Disc. Free Est. 778-554-7022

AFFORDABLE MOVING

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

www.affordablemoversbc.com

$45/Hr

.super soil

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

Complete Lawn & Garden Maint.

Trimming, Fences Rubbish Removal, Pressure Wash 604-502-9198

PROFESSIONAL LAWN CARE

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

604-537-4140

Regular and Seasonal Lawn Maintenance . Trimming . Planting . Pruning . Weeding . Fertilizing . Shaping 10% OFF with this ad

MIRACLE MOVING 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

Residential/Commercial

604-773-0075 Prompt Delivery Available

7 Days / Week

604 - 720 - 2009

Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd.

~NOW HIRING MOVERS~

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

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353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

PRO TREE SERVICES Quality pruning/shaping/hedge trimming/ removals & stump grinding.

John, 604-588-8733/604-318-9270

We specialize in: F Shingle Roofing F Flat Roofing F Re-Roofing & Roof Repairs Residential / Strata

604 - 259 - 2482 www.arbutusroofing.com

Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates.

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

meadowslandscapesupply.com

All Green Lawn Care

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

- Hedge Trimming -Pruning - Clean-up - Lawn Cutting - Power Raking - Aeration - Spring Clean-up

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

We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes.

778.245.9069

Tom 778-895-9030 or 604-582-1875

PETS 477

PETS

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail Mar 20. $700. 1-604-794-5844

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

ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

(604)465-1311

TREE SERVICES

ARBUTUS ROOFING & DRAINS (2006) Ltd

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

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

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

POWER WASHING since 1982.

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

Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.

300

LANDSCAPING

Shih tzu, male, 4 mos, one left, $500. Call (604)316-9495 or 604795-5626

TOY POODLE PUPS 6 weeks old.

Chocolate brown. $800 each. Call 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602

300

LANDSCAPING

LANDSCAPING

GRASS CUTTING $20+

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

OVER 15 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Gutters - Windows - Tile Roof cleaning - Pressure Cleaning.

Please Call Victor 604-589-0356

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE FREE EST. Darrin 604-789-2206

GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627 1 Room-$59. Includes baseboards. Dave, 604-614-3416

Thursday March 12 2015 The Surrey-North Delta Leader 47 REAL ESTATE

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 551

GARAGE SALES

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

RENTALS 706

DOWNSIZING; Sat & Sun Mar 14 & 15, 10am - 4pm. 6231 - 171A ST. Furniture/tools/household items, etc

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO Cedar Lodge and Court Apts

Garage/Estate Sale. 8566 - 167th St. Surrey, Sat. & Sun. March 14th & 15th, 8am - 4pm.

Vacant Pad 55+. $575/mo. 1 Small pet, for new SRI single or double fr $82,888. 604-830-1960

638

OPEN HOUSE

Quiet community living next to Guildford Mall. Clean 1 & 2 bdrm (some w/ensuites), Cable, Heat & Hot Water included. Onsite Mgr.

604-584-5233 www.cycloneholdings.ca CLOVERDALE:

Kolumbia Garden 17719 58A Ave.

Reno’d Spacious 2 Bdrm Apts Laminate flooring. Near Racetrack, Transit & Shops.

Incl heat & HW. Allow small pets. From $875/mo.

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

604-961-3432, 778-708-6336

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

Linwood Place Apts: 604-530-6555 1 & 2 bdrm apts, $650-$900/mo.

Ask about our Move-In BONUS.

Home in Panorama Ridge on 1/2 acre. Well maintained, VIEW, walkout bsmt for suite. $748,880 Inna 604-760-3792, Re/Max 2000. Open House Sat 2-4 14696 Southview Drive, Surrey

REAL ESTATE 615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

FOR SALE BY OWNER

VILLA UMBERTO Lovely 2 bdrm w/2 full baths in quiet adult oriented bldg.

In-suite ldry. Senior’s Disc.

Sec u/ground pkng. Avail now.

KENNEDY Heights Shopping Ctr Lge Parking. Space avail for rent.

Office 450 to 5,000. Ret 700 to 38,000 sq.ft. Pls call: 604-507-8458

625

NEWTON

Ph: 604-596-5671 Cell: 604-220-8696

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

1/4 Acre (70x161) View Lot Super, Super Cloverdale Location! 18085 58 Ave.

GUILDFORD GARDENS

1/4 Acre (70 x 161) view lot, Minutes from university, downtown and fairgrounds. $803,000. Land value only.

House a tear down.

1 bdrm. from $735 2 bdrm. from $865

Call: (604)575-9199

Heat & Hot Water Included • 24 Hour On-site Management

PETS WELCOME • Walk to Elementary School & Guildford Town Center/ Walmart Supercentre • 1 min. drive to PORT MANN

ALDERGROVE 5487sf lot, 3215- 266 A St. Bright sunny 3 Bdrm bsmt entry home. $383,000 778-878-1586

Call Grace To View 604.319.7514 or text RENTAL to 57000 for details

PARKSIDE APARTMENTS 1 Bdrm. $775.00 2 Bdrm. $835.00 • Minutes walk to Surrey Central Skytrain Station & Mall & SFU Surrey Campus • 24 Hour On-site Management PETS ALLOWED • Walk To Holland Park, High School & Elementary School

Heat & Hot Water Included

To Arrange a Viewing Call Joyce

604-319-7517 SURREY, 126/72 Ave. 2 Bdrm apt, $930/mo. Quiet family complex, no pets, call 604-543-7271.

706

APARTMENT/CONDO

SUNCREEK ESTATES * Large 2 & 3 Bdrm Apartments * Insuite w/d, stove, fridge, d/w * 3 floor levels inside suite * Wood burning fireplace * Private roof top patio * Walk to shops. Near park, pool, playground * Elementary school on block * On site security/on site Mgmt * Reasonable Rent * On transit route * Sorry no pets

RENTALS 736

RENTALS

HOMES FOR RENT

750

SUITES, LOWER

14550-76A Ave, 2 bd bsmt, 2 bath, nr schl, ns/np $700 incl utils/cable.

Avail now. Call 604-690-9994.

141 St & 77 Ave, 2bdrm bsmt. N/S, N/P. Avail now. $750/mo incl utils.

Call: 604.597.3399 or 604.505.3564

FRASER HTS 4 Bdrm, brand new 3 lvl 4300 s.f. hse; 5 baths, den, theatre room, spice kitchen & 2 bdrm ste. Laundry. Avail now. N/P, N/S. 604-729-6260 or 604-600-9450.

BEAR CREEK Quiet lrg 1 bd + den. $600 incl hydro & cable. No lndry Suit 1, ns/np. Apr 1. 604-572-4001

CHIMNEY Heights. Spac. 1 bdrm suite. N/s, n/p. $700 incl util, cable, wifi. Avail. immed. 604-590-9733 CHIMNEY Hghts, large 1 bdrm suite $600. Incl wifi, cable & utils.

N/S, N/P. Near bus and parks. Avail Apr 1, Apr 15 or May 1. 778-8384120.

SURREY, 135/65 Ave. Bachelor apt $545/mo, quiet complex, no pets.

Call 604-596-1099.

CHIMNEY HTS: 2 Bdrm bsmt suite.

Clean. Avail. immed. $750/mo 1bdrm share - $425. (778)552-4418

Beautifully Upscale 1 Bdrm Suites - perfect for the discerning renter!

Surrey Village 9835 King George Blvd.

Renovated Suites Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms.

F/S, D/W & micro, luxury floors, Gym, tennis court, sauna. Pet friendly. Close to King George Sky Train.

Rents start at $799.

3 LOCATIONS

NEW!

Specials available at Clayton Location Only

Licensed Premises

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

Panorama Ridge. 1 bdrm ste. Nr bus. NS/NP. Sep ent. $575/m incl utils or $700/m furn. Avail now. 604866-4337 aft 6pm, 604-725-6839.

(604) 343-4233 www.realstar.ca

751

WHITE ROCK Oceanview Deluxe 1 bdrm. Mar 15. N/S. $725/mo incl gas heat/hot water. 604-589-7818

SUITES, UPPER

Central Surrey 2 bdrm upper flr on lrg lot, incl w/d, nr bus/skytrain, NP. $1000+util Avail now 604-715-3980

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS

752 .Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244.

739

TOWNHOUSES

SURREY 135/65 Ave. 3 Bdrm T/H, $1000; 4 bdrm $1065. Quiet family complex, washer/dryer, no pets, call 604-596-1099

MOTELS, HOTELS

HOMES FOR RENT LINDA VISTA Motel Luxury Rooms w/cable, a/c & kitchens. 6498 King George Hwy. Mthly, Wkly & Daily Specials. 604-591-1171. Canadian Inn 6528 K.G.Hwy. 604-594-0010

SURREY 174/57 Ave. 2 Bdrm town house quiet family complex, no pets, $920/mo. Call 604-576-9969

TakeTake-out ke k e-out out orders only

Tandoori Chicken 5 ppieces onlyy .. $5999 2lb Fish Pakora only ............. $1800 Authentic Indian Cuisine Owners Harjinder Lidder and Gogi Lidder (not pictured)

• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

PANORAMA, near YMCA. New 1 bdrm bsmt ste. Avail now. N/S, N/P. (604) 572-8019 or cell: 657-5442

SURREY - 8345 150th Street.

Bright 2 bdrm bsmt suite, avail now.

Ns/Np. $725/mo incl utils/cable.

778-846-9231 or 778-838-2183

Chicken Vindaloo Fish & Chicken Pakora Butter Chicken & Rice Lamb Curry Tandoori Prawns

Unit #102 - 7228 192 St., Surrey (Fruiticana Plaza) 604-372-4949 (Clayton Heights) Unit #160 - 8047 Scott Road, Delta 604-591-7277 Unit #102 - 15933 Fraser Hwy, Surrey 604-593-5566

Catering Available

Book Your Holiday Functions Now

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

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

NEWTON, 128/67A. Near Kwantlen College. Nice clean 1 bdrm ste. Suit resp person. No laundry, NS/NP, no parties. Avail now. $550 incl heat & hydro. 604-543-9611

Samosas 2 for $1

all pick-up orders

845

Homelife Pen. Property 604-536-0220

March Specials

10% off

INFINITI M35X, 2006, 160K, Exc Cond, well cared for, AWD, fully optioned, new tires, new brakes, 604513-3612

N. DELTA; 1 Bdrm ste, sep kitch, full bath & prkg. $750 incl internet & cable. Near bus & Sungod. Apr 1st.

778-590-0764, 778-245-2248

Max occ. 2 people. Sorry no pets.

1.24 ace. 4 Bedrooms 3600sft., dble Gar., Back onto Coq River, 5 mins to Coq. Malls. $2800/mo. 604649-8987

(604)503-3151

Fleetwood, lrg 3bdrm ste, reno’d, d/w, ns/np, no ldry, $1150/mo incl utils. Nr schl. Mar 15 778-558-6186

Starting at $810. Located close to bus routes & skytrain, 20 min walk to Surrey City Centre.

736

1993 NX NISSAN 2 dr red. T-Roof with removeable panel for summer. Recent tune-up and new brakes. $400/obo.

Enver Creek Mar 15. 1 bdrm, cls to schls. $550 inc util NP/NS no ldry 778-938-9857, 604-615-0228

Surrey

NEWTON MOBILE HOME PARK. 2 Large RV Pads available for mobile home. Call 604-597-4787.

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

CEDAR HILLS. Lge 2 bdrm bsmt suite. Newly reno’d kitchen & washroom, new appl. N/p. $900. incl. util & cable. Call Sanjay 778-227-0041

Office: 7121 - 133B St. Surrey 604-596-0916

Call Surrey Gardens Apts at 604-589-7040 to view our Elite Suites!

TRANSPORTATION

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

The Scrapper

48 The Surrey-Nor th Delta Leader Thursday M arch 12 2015

REAL ESTATE UPDATE

It’s Getting Hot In Here The boom continues and nothing in the immediate future will cool the hot Real Estate market in British Columbia. March 4th saw the Bank of Canada rate stay unchanged at .75% and speculation has never been more optimistic. Vancouver has now shifted to a Seller’s market for the first time in several years with dozens upon dozens of homes being sold well over listed price and current market value.

For those of us in the Fraser Valley looking to capitalize on the boom, fret not. The Fraser Valley has seen a dramatic increase in the amount of Investors and Buyers who finally see the value, stability and positive growth south of the Fraser. Most active Realtors report that 75% of properly priced listings are seeing multiple offers with prices soaring from 4%-8% above asking price. Great news for Sellers and a push to Buyers to get in now and not make the common mistake many

fearful investors make, ‘I’ll wait until prices come down.’ Don’t hold your breath if you are one of the few waiting for the housing market to be flipped on its’ head. It’s not happening any time soon.

Buyers are being priced out of places like Vancouver, Richmond and Burnaby and find Delta, Surrey and Langley to be extremely safe and lucrative places to purchase Real Estate at affordable prices.

Savvy Sellers are realizing the enormous gains and selling fast. The low inventory is yet another reason behind the quick, over asking price sales we regularly see. If you’re on the fence about whether to Buy or Sell then talk to the pros at WestCor to figure out the right plan of action.

Remodeling Dos and Don’ts 1. Don’t mess with structural framing without and engineer 2. Don’t stop a project midway, you’ll have a tough time getting back on track

3. Do be prepared for what could be behind the drywall or plaster (asbestos?)

4. Do know how to properly use the right tools. Many home improvement centres offer free classes.

5. Do allow for waste or error when buying materials, buy an extra 10% just in case.

6. Do say goodbye to leisure time until the project is finished.

7. Do get tips and pointers on color schemes or fixtures from qualified sources 8. Do budget more than you originally planned, you never know 9. Don’t think that your hard work will make up for knowing what you are doing. Ask people how.

10. Do be prepared for a fight with your significant other during the process. Hey, we are only human.

SELL WITH THE BEST OR JUST LIST WITH THE REST

www.westcorgroup.com

We Have SOLD OUT

Our Buyers Need your listings Now! 604.WESTCOR (937-8267)

$745,000 SOLD

$470,000 SOLD

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GUARANTEED** OFFER IN 28 DAYS! SOLD IN 88 DAYS! TO PAY LEGAL FEES! $1000 FOR REFERRALS!

$_______ SOLD

TOP 1% OF ALL REALTORS *

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$600,000 SOLD

$_______ SOLD

8610 Arpe Rd, N. Delta

11841 83A Ave N. Delta

11462 96th Ave, N. Delta

11879 79Ave, N. Delta

8232 112th St., N. Delta

10987 Westridge PL, Sunshine Hills

9811 121st Street, N. Surrey

3 Bedroom, 2 Bathrooms on 17,448 sq. ft. lot

3 bedroom Rancher on 6663 sq. ft. lot

3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms on 9,302 sq. ft. lot

4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms, on 4,207 sq. ft. lot

4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, on 7,330 sq. ft. lot

4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms on 7,380 sq. ft. lot

4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, on 7,920 sq. ft. lot

$_______ SOLD

! s y a D 4 1 n a h t s s e L in All SOLD $855,000 SOLD

$_______ SOLD

$_______ SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

7685 116th Street, N. Delta

10473 Modesto PL, North Delta

11095 92A Ave, N. Delta

8320 115th Street, N. Delta

9275 Prince Charles Blvd, Queen Mary Park

14358 109th Ave

16778 57A Ave

7 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms, on 4,693 sq. ft. lot

5 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms on 4,844 sq. ft. lot

6 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms, on 5,268 sq. ft. lot

5 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, on 6,276 sq. ft. lot

4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms on 7,560 sq. ft. lot

Close to 5000 sqft on 36,067 sqft lot.

8 bedrooms, 4 baths, 2 kitchens

8 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms, on 6,045 sq. ft. lot

**1. We guarantee an offer within 28 days of the listing being displayed on the public MLS system if listed at listing agent recommended price. 2. Guaranteed sold in 88 days or we sell it for free if listed at listing agents recommended price. Buyers agent commission still applies. 3. We will pay your legal conveyance fees up to $600 on any transaction completed through the WestCor Group. 4. Up to $1000 paid for any referral upon completion of sale (referral fee based on $100 per $100,000 of completed sale price). *Top 1% for 2014 team medallion stats in the Fraser valley.

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