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MLA adds voice to quarry opponents ‘Quarry would be too close to Pitt residences’

By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com

Opponents of a new Sheridan Hill quarry proposal have an ally in Maple RidgePitt Meadows MLA Doug Bing.

He met with staff from the Ministry of Mines about the Bing plan on Tuesday, and learned there will be a public hearing about the Pitt Meadows proposal in June. There is no March deadline for the public to have its say, the MLA clarified.

Bing was also planning to meet with Mines Minster Bill Bennett about the issue on Thursday.

“I’m going to explain the whole situation to him, and why residents are so upset,” said Bing.

They oppose the plan by Meadows Quarries to lop off the top of the hill, reducing it in height by 30 metres over a 7.2 hectare area, over five years of hauling rock and gravel from the site.

The company would haul 240,000 tonnes of rock and gravel each year, if permitted.

Residents have started a petition that already has 2,300 names online and another 500 on hard copy. About 150 Sheridan Hill residents met Saturday to rally support for their cause.

Bing was not at his office on Monday, when about 35 protesters demonstrated with placards outside his office.

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Jean Myles, back home now, shows the sign indicating her stay in the hallway as a Fraser Health patient.

Senior laments hallway stay Fraser Health announces changes

By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com

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fter spending most of two weeks in a hospital hallway, an 84-year-old Maple Ridge woman said it is no place to treat patients.

With her ordeal in a Royal Columbian Hospital hall behind her, Jean Myles says it’s time for the government to invest in the health care system, with a room for every patient being a basic standard of care.

On Feb. 20, she went to Ridge Meadows Hospital complaining of severe bladder problems. She has had only one kidney for 65 years, and worried that she was suffering some complications. In extreme pain, she was transferred to Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster.

Myles had few complaints with the quality of care there, except that she was kept in a hallway.

She shared the hall with about nine other people, so there was no privacy. There was constant traffic and noise, but her chief complaint was constant exposure to the bright hallway lights.

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“That light really bothered me tremendously,” she said. “I worried I was going blind. I can focus now – it’s coming around.”

Myles was admitted in the hallway for four days, and an imaging test revealed what appeared to be two tumours on her bladder.

“After four days, I got a room for two days, and then was pulled in the middle of the night back into the hall,” she said.

The room had been much more comfortable, but then she was wheeled back into the hallway. No-

body told her why. She used the washroom in that same room, and saw that although she had been awoken and moved, she was not replaced with another patient. Still, she had to remain in the hallway.

The lack of a comfortable hospital situation made her unwilling to stay beyond the two weeks. Her doctor wanted Myles to get a biopsy, so he could rule out cancer, but she would not stay in the hospital any longer. In any case, at her age, she would not want to undergo chemotherapy, she said.

Myles said the government should commit to having a room for every patient, as a basic level of care.

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Maple Ridge This Month MID-MONTH MARCH 2015

SPOTLIGHT ON: Earth Day Poetry and Photo Contests The Theme is ‘Water, Water, Everywhere.’ Express Yourself

Mayor and Council encourage everyone to attend these important public meetings. It’s your chance to see how public policy is debated and enacted.

The annual Earth Day poetry and photo contests are open for submissions, inviting creative minds to submit their work on the theme “Water, Water, Everywhere.” The winners will be announced at the celebration at Memorial Peace Park on Saturday, April 18, and their work will be presented at the event.

Monday, March 16 10:00 am, Workshop - Blaney Room 1:00 pm, Committee of the Whole - Council Chambers Tuesday, March 17 7:00 pm, Public Hearing - Council Chambers Tuesday, March 24 7:00 pm, Council Meeting - Council Chambers Monday, March 30 10:00 am, Workshop - Blaney Room 1:00 pm, Committee of the Whole - Council Chambers Agendas & Minutes

The poetry contest invites poets to write about this year’s theme of water, in poem or prose. Entries should be no more than 300 words, and will be judged in three categories: Children, (age 5-12); Youth, (age 13-18); and Adults (18 and up); with a prize awarded to the winning entry in each category.

Three entries are permitted per person.

Winners may be asked to read their poem at the Welcoming Ceremony on Earth Day. Submissions are accepted in a Word document emailed to maple.ridgeearthday2015@gmail.com

by Friday, April 3.

In its second year, the photo contest is accepting entries also around the theme of water, taken locally in Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows. Entries must be submitted via email to maple.ridgeearthday2015@gmail.com before Friday, March 27.

Photos should be submitted in jpg format and entrants can submit as many entries as they like.

The photos will be posted on the “Celebrate Earth Day” Facebook page for residents to “like” their favourite

submissions, and the three photos with the most likes by the voting deadline on Friday, April 3 will be declared the winner.

First, second and third place winning photos will be enlarged for display with all the other entries at the Earth Day event.

Volunteers are needed to help at the event. Anyone who would like to participate can call Carla at 604-466-8324.

More information is also available on the Celebrate Earth Day in Maple Ridge Facebook page at facebook.com/ mapleridgeearthday and at www.rmrecycling.org.

INFORMED: Earth Hour 2015 is Saturday, March 28 Earth Hour was famously started as a lights-off event in Sydney, Australia in 2007.

Since then it has grown to engage more than 7000 cities and towns worldwide, and the one-hour event continues to remain the key driver of the now larger movement. Earth Hour 2015 will be held on Saturday, March 28 from 8:30 to 9:30 pm. The event is held to encourage communities, households, businesses and individuals to turn off their non-essential lights for one hour as a symbol for their commitment to the planet.

Maple Ridge reduced electricity consumption by 0.7% during Earth Hour 2014; and the province reduced electrical consumption by 65 megawatt hours – equal to turning off over

7.2 million 9w LED bulbs. This year we want to encourage you to take direct action. What can you do during Earth Hour? Here are ten ideas to help you plan your one hour energy holiday: 1.

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Go for a moonlit walk Drive to a dark place and stargaze for an hour Play a board game by candlelight Host a fondue dinner party Tell ghost stories Conduct a scavenger hunt by flashlight Exercise Unplug the electronics and chat with each other Watch an environmental movie Be romantic. How romantic is up to you.

Have fun. Use Earth Hour as a way to explore how you can live a more sustainable life.

SPOTLIGHT ON: Maple Ridge Photo Contest Submit Your Photos for the 2014 Citizens Report Each year at the Home Show the City of Maple Ridge unveils the Citizens Report that has become the ‘community yearbook’ for the previous year. The report details the City’s financial health, looks back on the events that shaped the year and provides reports from each of the divisions at City Hall.

INFORMED: March 2015 Council Meeting Schedule

This year, in celebration of the City’s 140th Birthday and the change of designation from a Municipality to a City, we’d like to create a photo essay that will be titled ‘Your Maple Ridge’ in the 2014 Citizens Report. This is the formal kick off of the ‘Your Maple Ridge’ photo contest. We would like you to show us your favourite things about our community. The Communications team will then select images from the submissions for the final photo essay in the upcoming Citizens Report as well as photo galleries on social media that will be shared widely. The contest is open to all citizens past or present.

file size in the properties). They can be colour or black and white and the subject matter is wide open.

We ask that the photographer provide a bit of an explanation of the location or setting of the photograph, along with their full name and contact phone number. You can submit your photos to enquiries@mapleridge.ca, or mail or drop off a CD to the City address below marked ‘Your Maple Ridge Photo Contest.’

Please do not ‘watermark’ the photos. By entering the contest you agree to have them published in the 2014 Citizens Report, placed on the City website and social media channels. Credit will be given in the publication. We will contact you if your image will be used in print or online. Enough with the rules and regulations – let’s start getting those amazing images!

We are looking for high resolution photos, so the file size needs to be a minimum of one megabyte, up to a maximum of eight megabytes (1000 KB - 8000 KB when you look at the

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Council Meeting Videos If you are unable to attend a Council Meeting, Public Hearing, Workshop, or Committee of the Whole meeting you can now watch these meetings on your computer 24/7. The entire unedited meetings are posted two to three days after the meeting. The video is indexed to the agenda package so that you can watch them in their entirety or click through by agenda item. Go to mapleridge. ca and click on the video link at the centre of the home page. In addition, Council Meetings, Workshops, and Committee of the Whole are now broadcast on the internet via live streaming using the same technology used for our live budget Q&A sessions. For more information about the live stream go to the ‘Council Meetings’ page at mapleridge.ca.

INFORMED: Transit Funding Referendum TransLink Presentation is Online for Your Viewing On Monday, February 2, 2015 representatives of TransLink appeared before Council as part of the Workshop agenda. Given the interest in the TransLink Funding Referendum and the associated 10 Year Plan, Council moved the meeting to Council Chambers to allow for more public seating and the capacity to record and livestream the meeting for the public.

The Referendum will be conducted using mail ballots that will be sent out next week and citizens across Metro Vancouver will determine if the proposed 0.5% sales tax will be used to fund the TransLink plan. This is a great opportunity to view the presentation which includes a question and answer period.

Go to mapleridge.ca and click on the ‘Your Council’ link and then click through to the Council Agendas and Minutes section to view the February 2 Workshop recording. The TransLink presentation is at the beginning of the recording and lasts about 90 minutes. Be informed about this important issue.

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New liquor laws stir confusion Local operators unsure about changes

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

The new B.C. liquor laws that kick in April 1 will have little immediate effect in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows, leading one local businessman to ask what’s the point of it all, and wondering if more drastic changes are to follow.

Starting April Fool’s Day, liquor or wine can be sold in large grocery stores.

As well, all liquor stores, including government liquor stores, will pay the same wholesale price from the B.C. Liquor Distribution Branch, instead of the range of discounts in place now.

“Why did they make the rule changes, you have to ask yourself,” said Yvan Charette, a partner in the company that runs the Haney Liquor Store and The Jolly Coachman Pub. He says the new rules were made “without a knowledge of the industry,” adding it’s difficult to understand what the effect of the new rules will be.

“The industry should have a voice,” he said. “My opinion is that the Liberals are making these changes as a first step.”

Eventually, large grocery retailers will take over, driving out the small liquor store owners.

“For the most part, the changes that they’re making affect small businesses.”

Charette also disagreed with the new rule that allows liquor licences to be moved anywhere in the province. That will leave some smaller communities without a liquor store as that licence is moved to a larger centre.

“I think there should be boundaries, not just a free-for-all. That’s what leads big business to encroaching on the small guys.”

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Christine Nguyen stocks shelves at Fox’s Reach Specialty Liquor Store, which is within a kilometre of a potential competitor.

The owner of Fox’s Reach Specialty Liquor Store, Paul Flett, is concerned about the new rules, but says the one requiring liquor stores to be at least a kilometre from each other will ensure stability.

“I don’t see anybody coming into Maple Ridge.

“I think it’s going to be the status quo.”

His store in Westgate Centre is across from Save-On Foods, meaning the latter would be precluded from opening an in-store liquor operation, because of the minimum kilometre distance between liquor stores.

That condition precludes most moves because many liquor stores share the same parking lots as grocery stores.

“From what I understand, it has to be one kilometre away from government or private liquor store.

So I don’t know how much effect it’s going to have.”

However, there’s no minimum distance required between a wine store and liquor stores – so grocery store wine sales could happen with a liquor spirits nearby.

Another condition is that grocery stores must be at least 10,000 sq. feet in area in order to qualify to add a liquor outlet. And that liquor outlet must be physically separated from the rest of the store, with its own tellers.

“So I don’t know what’s going to happen, I’m concerned for sure, for my business.”

“I see it as political,” and he wonders if the public really cares.

Black Sheep Pub manager Shelley McKellar doesn’t anticipate much change in pricing as the government moves to one wholesale price.

“As far as I know, it’s not really going to have a big impact on us. I don’t think the prices are going to change.”

A new wholesale price structure for the thousands of products sold in liquor stores will be the same for all retailers, set to retain the $1 billion in revenues the province takes in annually from liquor sales.

Beer lovers, however, get a break under the April 1 changes. After that date, B.C. Liquor Stores will be able to sell cold beer and stay open on Sundays.

In order to handle fairly any applications to relocate stores, the branch is conducting a lottery in March. Businesses have until March 27 to put in an application that will be given numbers and processing priority will be determined by the number drawn in the lottery.

Minimum wage tied to inflation Black Press

B.C.’s minimum wage is going up by 20 cents in September, and will see annual increases to match the B.C. consumer price index each September after that.

It’s the first increase since 2012, when the current wage of $10.25 was set. Jobs Minister Shirley Bond said this year’s increase reflects what would have taken place if indexing to inflation had been in place at that time.

The lower minimum wage for restaurant and pub servers is being retained, going from $9 to $9.20 in September. The discount from the general minimum wage will remain at $1.25 per hour to account for tips earned by servers, Bond said.

Piece rates for seasonal piece workers are to receive proportional increases, as are day rates paid to live-in camp counsellors and residential caretakers at apartment buildings.

B.C. is the last province in Canada to move to an automatic formula for setting the minimum wage. The annual increase will be announced each March based on the previous year’s consumer price index, and will take effect each September to give small businesses time to prepare.

In the case of negative inflation, which the province experienced briefly in recent years, the minimum wage would not be decreased.

‘Blasting from existing quarry shakes houses’ Quarry from front

The MLA was working in Victoria.

Bing said the ministry has a mandate to remove politics from government decisions about mineral extraction, and the mines inspector renders decisions independent of the government.

Bing added that it is important to have the public involved in the decision process, and reaction to a proposal will be weighed.

“I think we’ll have a vocal response, and he will have to pay attention,” said Bing.

He was a member of Pitt Meadows council when it unsuccessfully opposed expansion of Lafarge’s gravel operations on the north side of Sheridan Hill in 2010.

He said residents should be optimistic about this new fight, against a different quarry.

Firstly, he said Mayor John Becker lives close to the quarry.

“That makes it very personal, and he’s a

strong voice there,” said Bing.

Secondly, this time residents are represented by an MLA who is a member of the government.

“I’m here to represent my constituents.”

And finally, he said the opponents have a good case – the quarry is too close to residences.

“That’s why there’s so much outrage.

This is right next to people’s homes, and that’s why this is not an appropriate place to do this.”

Sheridan Hill resident Sandra Beeskau worries that the concerns of residents may be dismissed because of their proximity to the property.

While there are more than 50 homes affected, she said the area is a natural playground for a lot of people.

Beeskau and her daughter sat on the dike and collected 57 signatures for the petition opposing the new quarry, and only two were from Sheridan Hill resi-

dents. The rest were people just enjoying the dike.

“This is a north Pitt Meadows issue.

This is not just a bunch of NIMBYS,” she said.

Beeskau has lived in the area for more than 25 years, and said her house shakes every day at 4 p.m. when blasts come from the existing Lafarge gravel pit.

“Pictures on my wall will actually go crooked. My dog barks, because the blinds all rattle,” she said.

The proposed new quarry will be even closer to people’s homes, and more properties will be affected, she said.

Lafarge issued a statement Thursday that the company is in no way affiliated with the new quarry proposal.

The company’s Pitt River Quarries has been in operation since the mid 1960s. It is 55 hectares in the existing mine, with a further 16 hectares permitted in 2010.

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judge from Western Australia and a director of a health agency from Poland, agreed on one thing Tuesday.

Banning booze advertising could cut consumption and reduce the number of kids living with alcohol-damaged brains.

Stop those ads and you’ll stop alcohol companies from recruiting the younger generation of drinkers, which could include pregnant moms.

“It’s like smoking.

The picture’s exactly the same (for alcohol) for young people,” said Catherine Crawford, a judge in Children’s Court of Western Australia, in Perth.

“You can be sexy whatever … if you’re drinking. And young women are in that frame because they want to be those people.”

The syrupy ads tell people that “life is beautiful with a glass,” added Krzysztof Brzozka, director of the State Agency for Prevention of Alcohol-Related Problems in Warsaw.

“You can see in those ads that everybody is

drinking. It’s not true,” Brzozka added.

Both were at the Asante Centre in Maple Ridge for a day-long update about the programs the centre has pioneered in diagnosing and helping kids with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.

Nine years ago, Poland launched an awareness campaign about FASD. Now it’s working on a pilot program modelled on that developed at the Asante Centre.

Poland is now adapting Canadian standards for diagnosing the condition, added Katarzyna Okulicz-Kozaryn.

“What they like the most is the system of key workers. I think that is the kind of support that is really needed.

“From our perspective, the amount of services you have here is enormous.”

A key worker is someone who represents an FASD child in the court system, education, in health care and social services, ensuring that the services that are delivered recognize the limits and abilities of those who have FASD. The disorder, caused by a woman who drinks alcohol while pregnant, results in learning disabilities, and difficulties in memory and reasoning in the child.

Brzozka said while binge drinking is an Eastern European trait,

in Poland, “It’s changed a lot. It’s not like it was 20 to 25 years ago. Of course, we drink a lot.”

However, much of the consumption is limited to a small percentage of the population. About 17 per cent of Poles drink 70 per cent of the alcohol consumed in the country.

The prevalence rate of FASD in the population is about two per cent, while Canada’s is half that, although the latter is based on U.S. statistics.

In Poland, hard liquor costs about $15 a litre.

Meanwhile, incomes have tripled in the last 15 years in Poland while the price of alcohol has remained cheaper, making it even more accessible.

“Alcohol is the most harmful, psycho-active drug,” Brzozka said.

“If you will add harms for users, harms for society, it is (worse) than heroine and crack.”

If he had his way, there would a minimum price for a unit of alcohol.

That makes him public enemy number one in Poland but he’s OK with that, he added.

Crawford likes the idea. “Why not, if it’s the public at the end of the day that pays (in hospital and health-care cost, policing and judicial costs).”

She said booze and its costs are a huge issue in Australia and awareness

of FASD is growing.

“Like Poland, we’re right at the beginning of the journey. There’s been lots of medical research … but in justice, very little is happening. Awareness is very low.”

While there’s a child development centre in Queensland, there isn’t a diagnostic facility in Western Australia and sentencing conditions handed to youth don’t recognize the limits FASD clients face, meaning they may not be able meet those conditions, which can lead them into more trouble.

“I want a sentencing plan that is not just a general one but one that is based on what this young person’s strengths and weaknesses are.”

She also likes the key worker program which can educate agencies about FASD and which can be a way for getting FASD kids back into school, using programs that meet their abilities.

One approach to reduce FASD is to use advertising and awareness campaigns such as putting warning labels on bottles. The U.S. employs the latter but not Canada.

But advertising and awareness campaigns are expensive, said Brzozka.

“Without the support, face-to-face intervention, the prevention is not effective.”

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By Neil Corbett ncorbett@mapleridgenews.com

Dave Springman was sitting in his store, Haney Vape, and watching the “action” at the provincial legislature over the internet on Thursday morning.

Springman is not starved for entertainment. Vaping is getting political, and the Maple Ridge business owner is part of a vapers association that is preparing for a legal fight.

The provincial government announced this week that it is going to legislate so-called electronic or e-cigarettes.

But a B.C. vaper’s association, made up of businesses and vaping enthu-

siasts, says smoking and vaping are not the same thing.

“They should not classify vaping in the Tobacco Control Act,” Springman contends. “It is not tobacco, it is not smoking, and it needs to be put into its own category.

“It’s like driving a car or driving an airplane – both are transportation, but they’re not regulated the same.”

The government introduced amendments to the Tobacco Control Act, designed to stop the growing use of e-cigarettes by minors.

“More and more young people are using e-cigarettes,” said Health Minister Terry Lake. “This legislation will limit the

exposure to children of the possible dangers of e-cigarette vapour and the potential that e-cigarettes have to normalize smoking behaviour.”

The amendments will ensure no retail displays target youth, or are available where youth can see it.

“Government wants to protect youth from the unknown effects of e-cigarette vapour and becoming addicted to nicotine, which is why the Tobacco Control Amendment Act will treat e-cigarette use exactly the same as tobacco, with the same prohibitions and restrictions,” said the release.

The Canadian Paediatric Society welcomes

the Government of B.C.’s regulation of e-cigarettes.

This legislation will protect the health of children and youth from the well-established harmful effects of nicotine, as well as the toxic by-products of vaping,” said Dr. Richard Stanwick, past president of the Canadian Pediatric Society.

The new laws will also ban vaping on school grounds, workplaces and indoor public spaces.

The legislation will be introduced this spring, with the date that it will be brought into enforcement yet to be determined.

Springman maintains the products he sells not only have no proven adverse effects, but many of

his customers report that vaping helps them quit tobacco.

The Canadian Vaping Association’s position is that e-cigarettes are not proven to be 100 per cent safe, but are safer than combustible cigarettes.

That group calls for a new consumable product category, and appropriate regulation. It is opposing new e-cigarette regulations before the Ontario legislature.

Springman said a rise in vaping worldwide has hit the tobacco industry hard. He added, governments tax revenue on tobacco products and therefore cannot be trusted to make unbiased decisions regarding e-cigarettes.

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

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

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

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Text amendment as shown below:

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RS-1 (One Family Urban Residential)

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

PURPOSE:

To permit future subdivision into approximately two lots.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Dated this this 5th day of March, 2015.

Ceri Marlo Manager of Legislative Services

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Two evils Metro voters are being told that if they don’t vote ‘yes’ on the transit referendum that not only will they not get such improvements for a decade or so, but added congestion will, in time, stifle major corridors, costing them billions of dollars and putting their lives at risk.

Mayors, businesses owners, police chiefs, even doctors are all offering warnings: costs of goods and services will increase, jobs will go elsewhere, police cars and ambulances will be stuck in traffic.

Every day the Yes side proposes another end-of-theworld scenario in an effort to discredit the No side’s notion that TransLink spending is out of control and that salaries are too high.

It even brought in billionaire Jimmy Pattison to save the day. He wouldn’t have any interest in placing billboards along new transit lines. And he can’t fix the rudderless organization that TransLink has become.

Nor can the No side, which isn’t to blame for SkyTrain failures, or that of the Compass Card.

The No side isn’t responsible for unpaid fares.

The No side didn’t fire TransLink CEO Ian Jarvis, then decide to keep paying him while hiring an interim replacement.

And the No side isn’t responsible for the unfair and inconsistent tolling policy in the Metro region. It didn’t propose a new tax that would apply to Metro residents only, even though the planned transportation improvements wouldn’t benefit all the same.

The No side isn’t even suggesting that the transportation improvements aren’t needed, just that TransLink become a more accountable organization first.

And even Jarvis, before he was fired, suggested a more equitable way to fund transportation improvements is needed.

The Yes side is lacking support, by a wide margin, according to recent polls, so it is enacting an aggressive campaign of fear tactics to change the minds of voters as referendum ballots are being mailed out. It’s a political war that doesn’t benefit Metro residents.

Instead, it seeks to tax them more because the mayors and TransLink are powerless to develop a better solution.

Voters are being asked to choose the better of two evils, when really the provincial government should stop playing chicken, get involved and create a transportation authourity that can support the needed – and wanted – transportation improvements, fairly.

But that would be expecting too much from Premier Christy Clark and her Liberal government.

– The News

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Somewhere sprawl must end T

he further desecration of Sheridan Hill to allow development of a new rock quarry is absolute madness resulting from the ever present competition for growth between Metro Vancouver cities and municipalities.

Sidewinder The existing quarry Sandy Macdougall on Sheridan Hill has produced huge quantities of rock, gravel and other construction aggregates as a needed component of relatively unfettered local residential, industrial and commercial development for more than 50 years, but that operation is in its sunset phase.

There is nothing unusual about the extraction of rocks and gravel from various sites along many Lower Mainland rivers.

There are vast deposits of quarry materials produced by the last Ice Age lying adjacent to almost any of our rivers and many of them have been mined to the point of exhaustion.

The gravel mining and rock quarrying industry has benefited greatly from the proximity of these operations to adjacent or nearby emerging urban communities, but there has been a downside in terms of regional livability, environmental and esthetic degradation.

This is one of the most troubling results from poorly planned urban development.

The scarred hills and ridges which are about all that is left following the closure of rock

quarries or other gravel mining operations are usually developed as residential subdivisions or industrial parks. This has happened over and over in Maple Ridge, sometimes to the good, but more often than not has resulted in just more urban sprawl.

It’s going to be interesting to observe how Pitt Meadows city council and the various provincial ministries and regional authorities involved will react to the Sheridan Hill application. As part of Metro Vancouver, the board will have a voice in the decision, along with the Katzie First Nation, which regards some of this area as their spiritual home.

The emergence of the upscale residential development on the southerly and easterly portions of Sheridan Hill is in total conflict with the proposed quarry operation, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the provincial or regional authorities will do anything to prevent this further industrial intrusion into the semi-rural paradise of Pitt Polder.

Considering the larger picture of overall livability in the Metro Vancouver region, the rapid pace of poorly planned growth lies at the root of the almost desperate need for construction aggregate for roads, concrete and other necessities of urban sprawl.

Over the past several decades, the member cities and municipalities of Metro Vancouver have generally proven their inability to do anything meaningful about urban sprawl because they all seem to be in a mindless competition with each other to become the fastest growing and have the largest population. That, in turn, has led to massive, almost insoluble infrastructure problems such as the current chaos facing

TransLink.

While many of us complain bitterly about paying more taxes and other transit levies than any of the larger cities in Metro Vancouver, we have only our own local city councils to blame for the growing congestion and not regulating urban sprawl in a more sane and manageable way.

And so the combined failure of local city councils, regional and other authorities gives rise to proposals such as the Sheridan Hill quarry application.

With better planned growth, there would be no need for further development of the aggregate industry in Metro Vancouver.

“With better planned growth, there would be no need for further development of the aggregate industry in Metro Vancouver.”

Sooner or later, we should quit viewing urban growth as the only possible definition of prosperity and stability.

Somewhere we must draw a line in the sand, which we will not cross for the sake of further development.

There must be some space between the river and the mountains that is left alone.

Somewhere this madness must be halted.

Sandy Macdougall is a retired journalist and former city councillor.

This week’s question: Should the City of Maple Ridge build a new indoor pool rather than fix the old one? @ Online poll: cast your vote at mapleridgenews.com, or e-mail your vote and comments to editor@mapleridgenews.com

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THE NEWS/letters Jury is still out Update Canadian Charter Contact 604-467-1122 ext. 218 editor@mapleridgenews.com

Editor, The News: Re: Things are getting better, worse? (Open mic, March 6).

With regard to Mike Shields, I would like to make a small observation.

Yes, I would agree with him that the world is getting better in so many ways. Despite the still wide divide between the rich and poor nations and the threat of terror attacks, there is no doubt that we have come a long way since the Second World War. But there seemed to be an element missing from his comments and that is the change in attitudes, morals and the seemingly general disrespect of self, people and the planet, which I have noticed so often, especially in the last 20 years or so.

The many demands on us as human beings have pushed aside the understanding of what is right or wrong, leaving gray areas, which become acceptable.

I am much involved in our community, have children, grandchildren, even great grandchildren, but I am not too old to see that not all change is good.

Yes, we live longer and have more material things. But what is that if we are not able to appreciate life to its fullest and share it with our neighbour?

Is the world better or worse? For me, the jury is still out. But for the moment, it errs to the latter.

Liz Hancock Maple Ridge

online comments Time may be right for new pool Kevin Priebe: Re: Study new pool options first’ (The News, March 11).

Interesting partnership idea. A large recreational pool is great for a wide variety of people; having a swimming competition length pool would benefit swim programs and athlete development if we want our community to host events as well as help prepare young athletes to aspire to higher goals. Our rec centre benefits so many of us – youth centre, gym, weight room, pool. If we are looking at it from a cost community benefit point of view, now may be the right time to start looking at whether we want to build for the future if the pool and building is in need of major renovations.

• Klaus G. Wagner: We come from Mississauga, Ont. There, the YMCA is operating the pool in downtown Mississauga very professional. The City of Mississauga is well-known for its business-like and debt-free municipal government ...

Editor, The News: Recently, a woman demanded that she take the oath of Canadian citizenship while wearing a niqab, a symbol of the subjugation of women as mandated by Islamic theology.

There was an immediate reaction, both pro and con.

To his credit, Prime Minister Stephen Harper voiced his alarm at this prospect. Alarm is warranted. The difficulties many European countries are experiencing today are a result of the inclusion of cultures holding values inimical to those of the host society.

What can we do to better state our values and protect them, and perhaps avoid the problems we see in Europe?

Well, there is a precedent to the south of us.

Two and a half centuries ago, the United States of America got it right. They established the first secular republic. They

were able to do this because The Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the United States were forged in a perfect storm of European enlightenment, philosophical and political progress, with the influence of such luminaries as Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Paine and John Locke.

Carefully they crafted documents which allowed no influence by religion on any level.

The preamble to the Constitution identifies the power driving the new society as, “We the People.”

The first amendment states that “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion.”

Just in case you didn’t get the point by now, Article 6 of the Constitution states that: “ ... no religious test shall ever be required as a qualification to any office or public trust.”

It was, is, a remarkable document.

Fast forward two centuries, the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms includes no such brilliance.

To be remarkable, a document must go where others have not. It must advance the cause of human rights beyond what exists at the time. The Magna Carta did that. It was remarkable. The Constitution of the United States was a document like no other. It extended and refined the surge of enlightenment values and left monarchy and religion behind. It remains remarkable.

The Canadian Charter, not so much. The problem starts with the preamble. It states: “Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law.”

Two centuries after the first amendment to the constitu-

tion, we include superstition in our charter. And why did we do that? Because some aggressive religious types demanded it, and Pierre Elliot Trudeau gave in to them to gain their agreement to the document, in general. To his credit, Trudeau was heard to grumble that, “ I don’t think that God gives a damn whether he is in the constitution or not”.

The rest of the Charter is basically a copy of what others have done before. It is OK. It advances nothing, and , with respect to the preamble, it is retrogressive.

It is time to clean it up. We can make a statement to the world and pay belated homage to those who carried the heavy loads before us by removing a couple of words from the preamble.

Will Kolenchuk Maple Ridge

Turn the heat on at hockey rink Editor, The News: I attended the Ridge Meadows Minor Hockey year-end tournament on the weekend and found that the heaters had been shut off.

There are a fair number of grandparents who come to watch their grandchildren play hockey and they find it very cold to sit and watch a game without heat.

I was embarrassed, to say the least, when we have a fair number of visiting

teams from out of town.

What a way to treat visitors, let alone your own community by not supplying any heat.

The operators use the excuse that it affects the ice condition, which I have to laugh at, this time of the year.

I am bringing this up because it happens often at Planet Ice. The taxpayers in this community pay for this complex and that means having the heat turned on when there are games

in progress.

I was also disappointed that the minor hockey organization seems to do nothing about it, as well.

It pays a high premium for ice and the heat should be on.

This is only one of several problems with this ice rink.

That’s why I think it should be run by the City of Maple Ridge, not a private contractor.

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And to get the message out, the six members of Ridge Meadows RCMP’s traffic unit, plus general duty officers will be paying special attention during Distracted Driving Awareness month. “We all have different pressures on us,� said Dan Herbranson, RCMP’s civilian media

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That could explain why people pick up their cellphone even when they know it’s dangerous and illegal to so.

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Why should Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows vote YES? MORE WEST COAST EXPRESS SERVICE An additional 10 new train cars and 1 new locomotive will offer more service during peak morning and evening hours, and 3,000 more seats per day.

NEW B-LINE RAPID BUS SERVICE New bus routes will connect growing communities to the West Coast Express, while new B-Line rapid bus routes will connect Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows to Coquitlam and Langley with fast and frequent service.

ROAD UPGRADES Road upgrades will ensure commuters, goods and services can move more freely, efďŹ ciently and safely, 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.

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distraction don’t mix, RCMP and ICBC and SpeedWatch set up a demonstration Thursday using real-life drivers getting stopped for using cellphones.

Police were also watching for people fiddling with iPods, GPS or car stereos.

Texting or punching in an address to your GPS, “those are at the very top. That’s the most dangerous thing you can do. “You go down to talking on your cellphone, you’re still not able to give 100 per cent attention to driving your car. “Anything that takes away from 100 per cent attention to driving, well, that’s distraction.�

That includes people eating or drinking while driving or being engaged in involved conversations.

Police started their checks Friday in front of Pitt Meadows city hall, then moved later to a spot beneath the Golden Ears Bridge.

According to ICBC, distracted driving is the second-leading cause of fatal accidents in B.C. And since smartphones came on to the market in 2009, the number of rear-end crashes resulting in injury or death has increased by 16 per cent.

Most rear-end crashes resulting in injuries are caused by distracted drivers, said Kate Woochuk, with ICBC. Herbranson said that touch screens, such as those on in-vehicle GPS systems, are dangerous to use while driving. “Any type of data entry, which includes texting while driving, is extremely risky and are forms of distracted driving.�

Police said it may be a good idea to have cellphone jamming devices in cars so they can’t be used while vehicles are in motion. But they don’t know if any such devices are on the market.

Driver penalty points for using cellphones while driving took effect last October. “You’re four times more likely to crash if you’re on your phone. Leave it alone when you’re on the road and watch for pedestrians and cyclists,� said Woochuk.

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‘Closer to no hallway beds’ Hospital from front

“If you’ve got a balanced budget, why don’t they put more money into health care?�

On Tuesday, Fraser Health announced it will be spending $5 million on an initiative that should do just that.

The health authority

wants to prevent avoidable hospital admissions, support processes that allow patients to return home from hospital sooner, and increase health care supports in the community. “Improving the experience of care for our patients and their fami-

‘Home is best’ Some of the investments Fraser Health is implementing support its “Home is Bestâ€? philosophy: • Adding geriatric emergency nurse clinicians and quick response case managers in more emergency departments, with weekend coverage. These roles have proven successful in helping prevent unnecessary hospital admissions.

lies is a priority for all of us and I believe if we think differently we can begin to see changes right away,� says Michael Marchbank, president and CEO of Fraser Health. “One change we are focusing on immediately is the way we have come to rely on hospi-

• Increasing accountability and efficiency in care and discharge planning, so patients aren’t staying in hospital longer than is necessary. • Adding coverage of patient care coordinators on weekends to improve patient transitions. These individuals coordinate patient care activities to ensure patients are ready to go home sooner, and create more efficient hospital operations. • Increasing availability of social workers

tals, including beds in hallways. We are implementing a plan that gets us closer to a day when we might not need to use hallway beds at all.�

Health Minister Terry Lake said the new measures are in line with his ministry’s strategy to reduce reliance on hospitals.

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corporates art into the event each year, and now in its third year, the poetry contest has expanded to include prose,� said poetry contest coordinator, Joe Robinsmith. “We’re looking forward to seeing more creativity from community members who share their creative gifts with us.�

The poetry contest invites poets to write about this year’s theme of

water, in poem or prose. Entries should be no more than 300 words, and will be judged for children ages five to 12, youth ages 13 to 18 and adults 18 and up. Prizes will be awarded to the winning entry in each category and participants are allowed to submit three entries.

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Mentoring coordinator Cassie Silva said it can take up to a year for boys to be paired with a volunteer.

“These boys on our wait list want a mentor so badly,“ said Silva “Whenever I see them, they eagerly ask if I have found them a Big Brother yet. They get the idea in their heads that nobody is picking them and I have to explain to them that the reality is that not many men are applying, it has nothing to do with them being passed over.”

Silva said a recent research study conducted by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto found that mentored boys are two times less likely to develop negative conducts like bullying, fighting, lying, cheating, and losing their temper, and are twice as likely to believe that school is fun and that doing well academically is important.

The boys on our wait list in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows have a wide variety of interests, she said.

“Some are athletic and love sports, while others prefer doing crafts and talking about science and the paranormal or rock-hunting. But what they all have in common is that they are seeking a positive male role model to do guy stuff with, like kicking a ball around or go fishing.”

This six-month Big Bunch program is being funded by Maple Ridge Community Foundation.

There are currently seven boys and four girls on the Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows wait list.

Silva said women tend to volunteer in greater numbers, so that’s why the new program is aimed at getting more men involved.

Silva said volunteer commitment for these various programs can range from once a week to once a month and there are also opportunities for teens in Grades 10 to 12 to become mentors to younger students.

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Hold your nose, vote ‘yes’ A

ny day now you’ll find the referendum ballot in your mail box and you’ll finally have your say.

Now before you angrily mark a ‘no’ on your ballot, please reflect on what it is that you’re voting on.

I must admit, I’m just as mad as anyone who doesn’t agree with the way this whole thing has been set up. But I do feel that the only right thing to do for Metro Vancouver – including Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge – is to seriously start investing in transit, walking and cycling to work towards a better, more sustainable transportation system that works for all, and a more livable region for future generations. Therefore I can only vote ‘yes’, while cursing under my breath.

We’re not being asked if we’re okay with the excessive salaries of TransLink executives, or if we have a problem with the governance structure of TransLink (set up by the provincial government, by the way).

Maybe you want to vote ‘no’ because you feel that there’s not enough in it for Maple Ridge or Pitt Meadows, or you just don’t trust TransLink to deliver on its promises.

TransLink is not enquiring if we’re angry about the cost over-runs and continuing delays of the Compass Card (a system mandated by the provincial government, by the way).

There are many possible reasons why people might consider voting ‘no’.

It is totally understandable that Maple Ridge Mayor Nicole Read intends to vote ‘no’.

As a mayor, she has the responsibility, but lacks the authority. The flawed governance structure of TransLink will need to be addressed.

Here’s the referendum question: “Do you support a one half percentage point (0.5 per cent) increase in the provincial sales tax in Metro Vancouver, dedicated to the Mayors’ Transportation and Transit Plan, with independent audits and public reporting?”

What it basically comes down to, is that with our vote we will be giving a message as to the direction that we want the region as a whole to take.

How do we want to live?

Consider the likely consequences of a ‘no’ vote.

No level of government would have any appetite to touch this subject in the next five to 10 years.

The proposed infrastructure improvements will be put on hold, while more people and cars move to the region and communities continue to sprawl out.

We can continue to complain about the inefficient bureaucracies, and, as some of us would have it, get to kick out a bunch of inefficient bureaucrats, only to replace them with another bunch of bureaucrats.

A ‘yes’ vote means that we’re all going to contribute to the promised improvements by paying more taxes. More people will be able to choose

transit, cycling or walking more often.

It will also mean less congestion than without the improvements.

If we vote yes, TransLink promises that we will finally be getting our long awaited Bline bus in three to five years, and there will Cycling be expansion of Jackie Chow service to Albion and Silver Valley. We could get increased West Coast Express service.

Improved transit would help support and encourage the needed densification in our downtown and along transportation corridors.

With a ‘yes’ vote, the investments in cycling by TransLink would increase

from the current $1.55 million to $12 million a year, which will put the region on track to implement the Regional Cycling Strategy within the 20-year time frame.

Cycling improvements in Maple Ridge would consist of various cycling projects listed in the Maple Ridge Transportation Plan, approved by the previous council.

Does the good outweigh the bad? The lesser of two evils tells me to hold my nose and vote ‘yes.’

Jackie Chow, Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows chapter of HUB.

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Submission Date: March 24, 2015 at 2:00 pm (local time) The City may, entirely at its discretion, consider submissions that arrive after this time. Submissions will not be opened publicly.

The City of Maple Ridge reserves the right to reject any or all submissions or to accept the submission deemed most favourable in the interest of the City. The City will not be responsible for any cost incurred by the applicant in preparing their submission.

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The Citizen’s Task Force will reach out and find out what citizens are looking for to increase their understanding and participation in local issues. The Citizen’s Committee will develop recommendations and present them to the members of the Mayor’s Task Force and provide citizen feedback as Council develops their strategy.

The projected time commitment is six two-hour meetings in the evenings (Wednesday or Thursdays).

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Campers can go online or call in to make a reservations for a campsite in many provincial parks, up to three months in advance through the Discover Camping website (DiscoverCamping. ca).

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Golden Ears Provincial Park will now cost $35 a night, up from $30 last year.

According to the Ministry of Environment, this is the first province-wide increase in camping fees since 2010.

The varied rate increases take into account local demand and economic conditions, as well as private camping availability.

The province collected about $17 million from its park and recreation fees last year, while spending $22 million on direct park operating costs.

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Low snowpack ‘scary’ for salmon

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B.C.’s River Forecast Centre called the readings “extremely low� in its latest snow level bulletin, posted March 9. Most test sites in the three regions are at lows never before seen.

It’s impossible to guarantee there will be no spring flooding on the Lower Fraser – there are still close to normal snowpacks in the mid and upper sections of the watershed and a fast melt of what’s left can’t be ruled out.

The snowpack in southwestern B.C.’s mountains has been pushed further into record low territory by continued warm and dry weather.

The Lower Fraser watershed is now at 28 per cent of its normal snowpack for this time of year, down from 45 per cent a month ago.

And it’s even lower just to the west at 21 per cent on Vancouver Island and just 15 per cent in the

But River Forecast Centre officials say there’s a below normal risk of seasonal flooding because the watershed as a whole is 84 per cent of normal, one of the lowest years on record.

They predict low flow conditions on rivers will come earlier and be more severe unless there’s significant rainfall this spring and summer.

Watershed Watch Salmon Society executive director Aaron Hill said that could mean trouble for returning

sockeye salmon that may encounter dangerously warm river temperatures and low water levels that impede their migration. “It’s definitely a scary situation for salmon this year,� Hill said. “Especially those stocks – like Fraser sockeye – that have long migrations to make later on in the summer, when the water gets low and it really heats up.�

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Pitt hosts Grade 8 provincials Results highlight decline in the local hoops scene

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The Pitt Meadows Marauders hosted the Grade 8 provincial championship over the weekend.

The host boys and girls teams from Pitt were the only local teams in the tournament, and had just one win between them.

The Marauders boys started off with a 64-19 loss to Charles Tupper on Thursday.

Tupper went on to the championship game, which they lost to Burnaby South by a score of 64-53.

Pitt lost to Gordon Head 48-36, Shuswap 47-37 and Prince Rupert 41-20, and finished in 16th place.

The Pitt girls had one win in four outings. They lost to Vancouver’s Little Flower Academy 67-13 to open the tournament.

Again, the high-seeded Flowers went on to the tournament championship, where they lost 67-40 to Walnut Grove.

Lord Tweedsmuir beat Pitt 44-15 in the second round, but in the third round the Marauders girls had a close 46-44 loss to Dr. Knox.

They finally got the first win by a local team on Saturday morning when they beat Smithers 34-32 “Basketball in Pitt Meadows isn’t what it used to be,” observed coach Rich Goulet, who heads up the basketball program at Pitt Meadows.

He said local athletes in this former hoops hotbed now divide their attention between hockey, soccer and field lacrosse, as well as baseball and basketball.

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Ben Pollard of the host Pitt Meadows Marauder drives past a Gordon Head defender during the provincial tournament. that kids are doing.”

He agrees that basketball is on the rise in Canada overall, but cold-weather provinces don’t have to compete for players with soccer, as B.C. does.

He added that local elementary school students are arriving in Grade 8 without the foundation of basketball skills that they had in past

years. They aren’t getting enough exposure to the sport in elementary school, and fewer are attending the Steve Nash programs.

Looking back on 50 years of basketball, Goulet says 1989, when Pitt Meadows faced Maple Ridge secondary in the provincial championship, was the pinnacle of the sport

locally, and it has been in decline since.

His senior Marauders have qualified for the provincial championships in 10 of the last 11 seasons, but next year they will need to reload, and will compete at the AAA level, according to school population, rather than at the elite AAAA.

Women of all ages are invited to play golf on Tuesday mornings at Maple Ridge Golf Course (20818 Golf Lane), as the club’s ladies season begins on March 24.

Golf is offered from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., so participants can play nine or 18 holes on the nine-hole, par 33 course. Players are invited to attend as guests before joining.

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Paige Lofthaug finished second in a Sport Climbing B.C. competition, held in Vancouver recently.

She was one of eight members of the Rock Wall Climbing Team from Maple Ridge to medal at the event.

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Members of Maple Ridge’s Rock Wall Climbing Team were in Vancouver last weekend for a Sport Climbing British Columbia sanctioned climbing competition.

In the second difficulty competition of the rope climbing season, Rock Wall Team members had an exceptional day. Out of 15 team members in the competition, nine made it to finals and eight of them medaled.

Paige Lofthaug and Meghan White, both in Youth D Female (11 and Under), had very strong performances through all three rounds. They finished second and third respectfully.

Jakob Plamondon was a dominant force on the wall, and placed first in the Youth B Male category (14-15).

Teyha Rodgers continues to climb the ranks this season in a very deep field in Youth B Female. She finished third, as did Sydney Hennessey in Youth C Female. Hennessey is also quickly climbing the ranks this season and is pushing the top-ranked climb-

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Taylor Forsyth and her twin brother Jake are both coming off a great season last year, when they were each named to Team Canada in the Speed Climbing Division. This season they are both climbing well. Jake took top honors in junior male and Taylor placed third in junior female.

Christy Spurrell competed in her first competition since injuring her finger last year, and although she is still not performing at 100 per cent, she was edged out of a podium position by only one move. Spurrell was named head coach of the Rock Wall Youth Team and her 12 years of competition experience and experience on Team Canada has made a big impact on the youth teams performances.

In the recreational adult division, Jonathan Curtis squeaked out an impressive firstplace finish by a margin of half a move. He is one of the club’s newest climbers.

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By Ian Harwood

T

he first Honda Accord, introduced to Canadians in 1976, was about the same size as today’s Civic sedan and had a less powerful engine.

When the eighth generation Accord was introduced in 2008, it was officially classified as a “large car” and came with a 190-horsepower four-cylinder engine, or an even more powerful optional V6.

Eight-gen Accord did get a mild mid-life facelift for the 2011 model year and included new front-end styling and some interior improvements.

A new base SE trim line also replaced the previous LX trim.

The four-cylinder is by far the most popular engine choice of Canadians, but there was also an interesting upgrade to the optional 3.5-litre V6 in 2011.

Called Variable Cylinder Management (in sedan editions only - not Accord coupe), this system can improve fuel economy by shutting-down two or three cylinders, during light load driving conditions.

acting than a conventional automatic transmission.

In addition to being considerably more fuel efficient the 2.4 litre four-cylinder “Earth Dreams” editions of Accord are also super-clean running and complies with PZEV (partial zero emission vehicle) requirements in the U.S. This engine also supplies more power at low engine speeds, just where you need it, on take-off, on a hill or when merging into freeway traffic.

Its city/highway fuel economy ratings of 9.1/6.6 L/100 km, with the CVT, are outstanding for a family-size sedan. A six-manual was available with the base LX and Sport trim levels and a conventional six-automatic came with the V6 engine editions.

In addition to four-door sedan and two-door coupe models of Accord, there’s also a five-door hatchback/ cross-over version called

Crosstour, which was originally called Accord Crosstour when introduced in 2010. A new plug-in hybrid (sedan) version, called Accord PHEV, was also introduced in 2014. It’s powered by a new two-motor hybrid system that operates continuously through three modes; all-electric, gasoline-electric or direct-drive.

Accord sedan has consistently been a top performer in crash tests performed by

both the IIHS and the NHTSA in the US. It’s also highly rated by Consumer Reports for dependability and it has better resale value retention than most in the class.

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No changes were made to Accord for the 2012 model year. The big changes came in 2013 when a landmark, smaller and lighter, all-new ninth generation Honda Accord was released.

Although lighter, the 2013 Accord is structurally stronger than the previous generation Accord and although its outer dimensions are more compact and it has a shorter wheelbase, it has more rear seat legroom and a slightly larger trunk, according to Honda.

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In the heart of Langley, it puts homeowners in the perfect spot to enjoy all the Lower Mainland has to offer. The collection of oneand two-bedroom homes offers a balance between excitement and relaxation with its close proximity to both urban conveniences and natural settings, including protected green space.

“The benefits of the surrounding neighbourhood would be the proximity to all things desired and necessary, including shopping, dining, schools like TWU and Kwantlen College, a gym, library, sports centre, golf course, medical facilities and access to lawyers,” says Sandy Pastorek of

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During the recent event on top of the Pinnacle Vancouver Harbourfront Hotel, the 2015 finalists were announced, and with entries up 77% over last year, being named a finalist represents a major accomplishment.

According to GVHBA’s CEO of Bob de Wit, building and renovating homes today has become highly technical.

“With continued changes to the building bylaws and technological advancements, building homes is like a science. It is to your advantage to work with award-winning, certified professionals.”

The Ovation Awards reflect the changing nature of the industry with the addition of a new category this year - Excellence in Technological Innovation in Residential Construction.

“We felt it was important to acknowledge advancements to technology within the industry. Moisture barriers, window construction and heating systems, for example, are critical elements to building quality homes,” says De Wit. “Recognizing advancements ensures the awards are relevant and meaningful to all members’ businesses and homeowners.”

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My House Design/Build Team Ltd., Surrey, BC Naikoon Contracting Ltd., North Vancouver, BC

Infiniti Pacific Custom Homes Ltd. for Capitol Hill Contemporary, Burnaby BC with Associate: Monarch Floor and Window Coverings, Burnaby, BC Tavan Developments Ltd. for Point Grey Class, Vancouver, BC Naikoon Contracting Ltd. for Midori Uchi, North Vancouver, BC with Associate: Twenty One Two Design Vancouver, B.C

Infiniti Pacific Custom Homes Ltd. for Open Air Atrium, Burnaby BC with Associate: Monarch Floor and Window Coverings, Burnaby, BC Tavan Developments Ltd. for South Granville Estate Wine Wall, Vancouver, BC Naikoon Contracting Ltd. for Rammed Earth Wall, North Vancouver, BC ◼ EXCELLENCE IN TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION IN RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION (new category) Graytek Solutions Ltd. for The Mayfair, Graytek Solutions Ltd. with Associates: Teragon Developments & Construction Inc., Vancouver, BC My House Design/Build Team Ltd. for Silver Lining, Surrey, BC with Associate: Connected Spaces, North Vancouver Centra Windows for Parc Riviera Langley, BC Vancouver ICF for Central Lonsdale Modern, Delta BC For a full list of nominees, visit ovationawards.ca. In addition to the rigorous panel of award-winning judges, the public can also vote in the popular People’s Choice Award category.

The 2015 Ovation Award winners will be announced at the Awards Gala on Saturday, April 25 at the Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown, 1128 West Hastings Street.

For the sixth year in a row, FortisBC is the presenting sponsor. Patron sponsor is once again the Provincial Homeowner Protection Office, Branch of BC Housing.

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The United Nations of gardening

By Mike Lascelle

T

he recent 50th anniversary of ‘Bloody Sunday’ and the struggle for civil rights in Selma, Alabama brought back a poignant personal memory, when my wife and I traveled down to Tennessee with two other couples in the early 1980s.

We had already booked several days in a local bed and breakfast when my friend (who is from the West Indies) tried to also confirm a room for him and his spouse.

The owner caught wind of his accent and immediately asked him “if he was black”, to which he replied, yes.

She apologized rather profusely and declared that while she wasn’t personally prejudiced, it would “ruin the reputation of her inn if she allowed coloured people to stay there”.

Needless to say, my wife and I canceled our reservation, as did the third couple and I’m sorry to report that the only accommodation that we could find in that town (which I won’t name) where we could all stay was the local KOA. So we went camping.

The reason for the segue on the prevalence of racism is to illustrate how gardening is at the opposite end of the spectrum.

In fact, I would go so far as to say that horticulture is virtually ‘colour blind,’ and it also doesn’t discriminate against age either – as you can dig your dirt from the moment you can hold a plastic shovel, right up to your last breath.

Every day at work I encounter people of different ethnicities, nationalities and religions, all looking to do the same thing – grow a plant.

In fact, you would be hard pressed to find a more multicultural experience than your local garden centre on a spring weekend.

This spring, in particular, has been rife with proud Italians, Greeks and Spaniards, all looking to plant the new hardy Olive ‘Eddy’s Winter Wonder,’ with hopes of even a meagre crop, if only for sentimental reasons.

Then there was the Russian lady looking for a fragrant white lilac – when I told her that I had ‘Beauty of Moscow’ in stock, she seemed mildly interested. But when I mentioned the original cultivar name, ‘Krasavitsa Moskvy’,

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A ‘Beauty of Moscow’ lilac (left) and ‘Eddy’s Winter Wonder’ hardy alive.

she lit right up and said ‘that’s my lilac from home,’ and indeed it did go home with her.

I also took the time to help a Persian couple who were choosing a fruit tree to plant in honour of their newborn baby boy, who tagged along in a stroller. They wanted something he could eat from by the time he was old enough to walk and decided upon a multigraft plum tree, which had a smattering of bloom buds.

While they were planting a plum to commemorate a new life, it is also pretty

common for me to help people choose a tree to plant in memory of a loved one who has passed away.

It makes perfect sense when you think about it, celebrating inevitable experiences like the beginning and the end of life, and if we can find something peaceful to do in between (like gardening), then all the better.

Of course, there are also more tangible benefits to this multiculturalism – in particular the Chinese New Year pastries, curry dishes, bottles of wine and smiles from grateful

customers who have found something that reminds them of home – be it a herb, hot pepper or fragrant flower.

This United Nations of gardening makes me proud of my chosen profession and teaches all of us that if we focus on the things we have in common, then the differences don’t seem to matter so much.

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PRICE  $799,800 • Spectacular Views Of Pitt Polder And North Shore Mountains • Magnificent Home On Formosa Plateau • Over 5400 Sq.ft. Finished

• 2 storey townhome • 3 bedrooms • 2 baths • 1365 sq. ft. • Single garage + extra spot • Fully fenced & private backyard • Great location

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On 3 Levels • 4 Bedrooms Plus Office Up • Fully Finished Basement With 2 Bedrooms • 3 Covered Decks Showcasing Spectacular View

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529,800

Sought After Davidson Subdivision • Walk to all levels • Over 2100 sq ft of schools • Fully finished • Private backyard with tall • 5 bedrooms / 3 baths hedging, pool, hot tub and • Potential 2 bdrm suite down covered patio

22174 Isaac Cres., M.R.

Family Neighbourhood • • • •

Over 2500 sq ft 5 bdrms 2 bdrm suite down Mountain view

• Walking distance to schools, shopping & transit • Lots of parking

$

349,800

INVESTOR ALERT master suite • 1700 sq ft • Tons of parking • 5 bedrooms • Private location • 2 wired sheds • Energy efficient home for storage or • 380 sq ft workshop

11658 230B Street, Maple Ridge 20295 Lorne Ave.,Maple Ridge

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Sales Centre & Display Suites open 12 – 6pm (except friday) 12075 Edge Street, Maple Ridge • Telephone 604.466.8783 *Based on a one bedroom plus den for $198,900 with bi-weekly mortgage payments of $377, a down payment of 5%, and a rebate of $225/mth. for two years from MacLean Homes. **According to the Real Estate Investment Network.

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For the way you live REALTY

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$825,000

PICK UP THE KEYS! • 1,126 sqft • 2 Bdrm plus 2 Bath • Beautifully updated • Engineered hardwood flooring

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• Minutes to horse trails, Whonnock Lake & school.

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• Master bedroom with vaulted ceilings and a 5 piece ensuite • Basement with separate access, summer kitchen & 1 or 2 bdrms.

• Samuel Robertson Tech & Albion Elem school catchment.

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NEW TOWNHOMES AT ALBION STATION Starting at $284,900 Showhome at #2 - 10151- 240th Street 9 foot ceilings on the main living level. Fireplace in the living room. Quartz countertops. Some plans with a finished basement. Includes 4 appliances & blinds. Sundeck, garage, fenced yard and more. 2014 Ovation Award - Multi-Family Builder of the Year. Walk to school & shopping.

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$759,900

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24723 - 103B Avenue, Maple Ridge

$454,900

“Thornhill Heights”– Beautifully landscaped. Deluxe 3 level home. Over 4800 sq. ft. Fully finished daylight basement includes sound proof media/games room with electric fireplace, bedroom, powder room and storage room. Basement also has separate 2 bedroom in-law suite.

Blossom Park rancher with a loft. Gas fireplace in the spacious living room and second fireplace in the family rm off the kitchen. Master bedroom and second bedroom on the main floor. third bedroom with an ensuite in the loft.

Central location within walking distance to transit, shopping and schools.

WEST SIDE MASTER BDRM ON MAIN $695,900 12448 Davenport Drive, Maple Ridge McIvor Meadows – Master bedroom on main floor with sundeck + walk-in closet in master. maple kitchen with breakfast bar + pantry + nook. Family rm off kitchen. Upper floor with 2 bdrms + gamesrm. Main floor den + master + laundry makes this design ideal for the 1 level living concept with R.V. parking. central air conditioning heat pump.

604.466.2838 604.459.2838 Each office independently owned and operated

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MAPLEWOOD CREEK

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$

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#71-11737 236 St., Maple Ridge

33050 Whidden Avenue, Mission

Too new for MLS#. Awesome complex- low density with plenty of elbow room & open space! Larger 2 storey with garage + 2 driveway parking spots.

Back yard mostly enclosed- could be entirely fenced. Be the first to view!

2 storey bsmt home of almost 3000 sqft, on great street w/Southern exposure and views! Features open layout, hardwood floors, kitchen w/newer stainless appliances, full bsmt w/sep entrance, massive deck looking over your large 8100 sqft lot w/garden perfect for the green thumb!

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284,000

$

MLS#V1091995

NEW PRICE

SHERWOOD PARK BEAUTY

8-11848 Laity St, Maple Ridge

#39-21801 Dewdney Trunk Rd., M.R.

Too new for MLS#. Quiet location at back of complex w/ big back yard & oversize wood patio!

Super West side location backing on park & close to schools. Shows great & best price in the development. Be first to view!

Updated Westside townhome in small, adult oriented 45 + complex. End unit features house sized living room and dining areas, granite counters and undermount sink in kitchen, gas f/p, big Mbdrm w/ WI closet and ensuite w/ soaker tub, fully fenced, private backyard. A must see!

MLS#V1105169

569,900

$

UPLANDS IN MAPLE CREST 10718 247A St. Maple Ridge

Wow! Impressive 2 storey with full unfinished basement on quiet low traffic street. X-LARGE FENCED BACK YARD! 3 bedrooms + family rm up.

Vaulted ceilings & extra windows make this plan bright. Approx 3400 sq. ft. total. Priced right so HURRY!!

339,000

$

MLS# F1427147

CAPE COD IN MISSION! 32144 Bluebird Crt, Mission

On quiet cul-de-sac in great Mission neighborhood.

At almost 2000 sqft, features 3 bdrms, 2 full bath, real hardwood flooring, sunken family room, 2 gas fireplaces, oak kitchen, main bath fully renovated.

Extra large single car garage w/room for a workshop and attached heated 19x18 workshop.

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424,900

$

MLS#F1432224

SUNNY SOUTHERN VIEWS

404,900

$

MLS# V1105173

WEST SIDE!

33878 Cherry Ave., Mission

21178 - 119th Ave., Maple Ridge

IMMACULATE CONDITION! Rancher style home with full walk-out basement on back sloping view lot.

Main with 9' ceilings, open kitchen & shows like new. Authorized 2 bdrm suite down. Fenced yard with patio. It's a goodie!

Large 5 bedroom, 2 bath home on big lot on quiet street, within walking distance to schools, shopping and transit. Open layout, big family rm, 3 bdrms up, 2 bdrms and rec rm down. Big kitchen with lots of cabinets and granite tile counters. Big, south facing backyard. Be quick!

MLS#V1103787

449,000

514,950

$

$

CEDAR VALLEY!

LIKE NEW, BUT IMPROVED 10792 Erskine St., Maple Ridge

Just 4 years young with balance New Home Warranty. Now features custom millwork & awesome finished bsmt with scraped wood laminate flooring & feature walls in real brick.

Bigger fenced yard than most with lane access.

A winner!

32563 Carter Ave., Mission Great family home with all the bells and whistles in the Cedar Valley area! on a no-thru street. Features over 2800 sqft, 6 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and room for the in-laws downstairs! Great finishings include jetted soaker tub, granite counters, ceramic tiles, laminate floors, stainless appliances.

MLS#V1103357

$

417,900

5 BEDROOM 4 BATH 10231 244 St., Maple Ridge

Two storey + fully finished basement on wide street corner lot with green views and lots of parking! Previous owners had 2 bed suite, and everything is available to put it back in. Easy 2nd kitchen. Fenced back yard w/ lane access.

318,900

$

MLS#V1108267

SILVER VALLEY

#68 13819 232nd St., Maple Ridge Gorgeous townhome, almost 1400 sqft in Silver Valley.

3 bedrooms, 2 bath, chef’s kitchen w/ granite counters, tile backsplash, stainless appliances and huge island!

Laminate floors, massive double tandem garage with extra room for storage! SILVER VALLEY!!

NEW LISTING!

$

MLS#V1086575

459,900

SUITE & REAR LANE ACCESS

MLS#V1107329

$

269,900

NEW LISTING

MLS#V1098253

$

249,900

MLS# V1087494

$

287,000

MLS#V1109690

$

479,900

JEWEL IN THE VALLEY!

IT PAYS FOR ITSELF 21563 121 Ave., Maple Ridge

11914 212th St., Maple Ridge

Incredible home with amazing SW views and gorgeous finishings on quiet cul-de-sac. Features far too much to list! Custom floor plan to maximize space, boasts views from every level. Almost 3900 sqft! Maple hardwood floors, expansive kitchen, jetted soaker tub, central A/C, massive rec room. The best of the best!!

INVESTOR ALERT! 2 bedroom house on 5450 sqft lot priced to sell! Formerly rented at $1200/mo. Best price in this popular neighbourhood and excellent opportunity to build sweat equity! Close to schools and town.

NOTHING TO DO HERE but move in and enjoy! Westside, 5 bdrm home on big lot, fully renovated with room for everyone - including the in-laws! At approximately 2200 sq ft, features GORGEOUS NEW KITCHEN, laminate floors, fully renovated main bath. Single garage or workshop. Covered deck, totally level yard. BE QUICK!!

11591 240 St., Maple Ridge

38-11355 236th St., Maple Ridge

#315-1966 Coquitlam Ave., PoCo

Beautifully upgraded townhome in Robertson Ridge, close to everything and only a minute from Kanaka Creek Elementary! Features 3 bdrms, 2.5 baths.

Upgrades include newer laminate flooring, light fixtures, upgraded kitchen cabinets, newer carpeting, stainless appliances. Be quick!

PRICE JUST REDUCED! Gorgeous & large penthouse suite – feels like a house! Own both top west corners, as this unit tops the entire west end of the building. Faces North and South- w/ a balcony on each side. CALL 604-612-0080 during open house for access.

35548 Cathedral Crt, Abbotsford

SELL YOUR HOME FOR

SOME OF OUR RECENT SALES

649,900

WEST WING

Everything you need! Twin Brooks- just 10 years young & turn key condition. Perfect 1 bed suite w/ separate access. Large deck overlooks long back yard w/ tons of parking & rear lane access. Double garage makes great “Man Cave”. Must see!

When you hire John and Dave to represent you in the sale of your home, you can be confident knowing the job will be handled skillfully and professionally by two of the top-selling REALTORS® in all of Greater Vancouver. In 2014, both John and Dave were ranked in the top 1% of REALTORS®, and within the top 50 REALTORS® overall, by the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver - out of several thousand REALTORS®. With a combined 29 years' experience and, nearing 1000 combined career sales, John and Dave have the experience that is your key to achieving the best possible results in today’s real estate market. Our success is not an accident. Put our experience to work for you!

$

MLS# F1433592

NEW LISTING

6,950 FLAT FEE!

$

Selling your home with Dave and John may mean more money in your pocket when all is said and done. For homes selling under $600,000, our commission rate is a flat fee of $6950 (+ GST). (*) For homes selling over $600,000, our commission structure is 1% of the sale price + $950 (+ GST). Though not all commission rates are the same, this usually equates to thousands of dollars in savings compared to rates charged by many of our competitors (often 7% on 1st $100,000 and 2.5% on balance). We firmly believe that we offer the best value proposition available in the local market today. It’s your hard earned equity - keep more of it!

*

There is a good reason that you routinely see our SOLD signs throughout Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam, Port Moody, Mission, and Abbotsford. WE GET RESULTS. How? The answer is simple. We have the knowledge and experience to give reliable advice, and to get the job done. We offer among the very best marketing around - MLS® exposure, all the top websites, including REALTOR.ca, professional photos and virtual tours, extensive high impact internet and print marketing - and we are proven top notch negotiators. We leave nothing to chance. We know an attractive price is nothing without a solid product. The advantage we offer is more than just talk. We deliver!

SOLD

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13325 235 St. Maple Ridge

23663 Kanaka Way, Maple Ridge

30-23575 119 Ave., Maple Ridge

835 Greene St., Coquitlam

25-22740 116 Ave., Maple Ridge

#801-555 Austin Ave., Coquitlam

11260 207 St., Maple Ridge

21612 River Rd., Maple Ridge

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Outstanding Agents.

Outstanding Results.® CEDAR DOWNS!!

URBANO!!

604.467.5000 11933 224th St., Maple Ridge

For a complete list of OPEN HOUSES check out www.brooksiderealty.ca

1.07 ACRES!!

$294,500

#214 – 12248 – 224th St $149,900

9187 Cedar Street

PARK VIEW, NO GST 2 bedroom 2 bath condo living in Pitt Meadows! GRANITE, A/C bedrooms, heated bathroom floors, 2 parking stalls.

717 square foot. one bedroom unit, upgraded tile flooring, breakfast bar, 2 PARKING STALLS. Investors? RENTABLE. SOUTH facing covered deck.

V1107195

CEDAR VALLEY PHASE II designated townhomes! BIG custom rancher with a full unfinished basement, TONS of room for any family.

F1434111

HERITAGE PARK PLACE!!

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#308 – 12525 – 190A St

V1098132

WINDSOR OAK!!

Helping you is what we doTM

Brookside Realty

$549,900

$

199,900

$

OPEN HOUSE

#51 – 19160 – 119th Ave $319,900

#143 – 33751 – 7th Ave

ONE LEVEL rancher, 1310 feet, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, 9 foot ceilings, double garage, freshly painted throughout, $196.13 strata fee, no age restriction.

$329,900

152,900

COZY & COMFORTABLE!

RECENTLY REDUCED!

SUNDAY 3:00 – 5:00

• Maple Ridge Apartment, adult oriented 55+ • 2 bedrooms plus a den • 2 level with master bedroom on the main • 2 small pets welcome • Walk to shopping, shows very well

• Great value for a 3 bedroom Pitt Meadows townhome.

• Close to schools, West Coast Express and shopping.

• Some recent painting but needs some TLC • Private patio off living room, sundesk off master • Quiet part of the complex.

• Well worth a look.

211 – 22356 MCINTOSH AVE. • Trendy, affordable loft style apartment • Open floor plan & private south facing balcony • Laundry & two large bedrooms up • Nicely maintained, newer appliances & fresh paint.

• In the heart of Downtown Maple Ridge • Easy walk to everything!

Betty Olson 604-240-5401

3 BEDROOM 2 bath updated upper end unit with a DOUBLE garage! Open floor plan, BIG deck, recent strata upgrades all paid for.

$

142,000

Rick Medhurst 604-463-3000

Chris Frandsen 604-467-5000

$529,900

34216 Jasper Avenue

NEW LISTING – RANCHER at roads end, MOUNTAIN & VALLEY VIEW, HUGE rancher with FULL basement on a quarter acre lot.

RV space too.

V1100453 $

F1434384

150,000

$

SUPER STARTER HOME!

JUST REDUCED! •Top floor, 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms • Access to balcony from living room & master bedroom • Gas fireplace & underground parking • Close to shopping, transit and recreation centre

art & nathan neufeld High Performance Real Estate Service since 1990 Art Neufeld Personal Real Estate Corporation

RE/MAX Results Realty 20842 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge V2X 2R3

• Gardener’s paradise, wide variety of shrubs, plants and fruits.

• Updates, includes vinyl siding, windows & 10 year old roof • Rancher needs interior cosmetic updating but has awesome 23’x13’ detached shop w/loft • Large 9620 sq. ft. fenced yard.

• RV parking, close to schools, parks & transit.

• Call today to view

Rick Medhurst 604-463-3000

Each office independently owned and operated

We help more than 30,000 women and children each year.

The Royal LePage Shelter Foundation is Canada’s largest public foundation dedicated exclusively to funding women’s shelters and violence prevention and education programs.

354,900

Randy & Tracy Delair 604-463-2991

Brookside Realty

11933 224th St., Maple Ridge g

TOWN CORE

RV PARKING

SOLD

QUESTION OF THE MONTH

MLS# VV4040954

Laurie from Maple Ridge asks: Q: How do you navigate finding a REALTOR® that will suit you, work hard for you? The market is full of REALTORS .

How do you know which one is the right one?

$

299,000

MLS# V1107415

$

559,900

11770 Fraser Street

23877 133rd Avenue

• C-3 Zoned Commercial Property • 55’x114’ of bare land ready to build • Located in Town Core • Call for more details!

• 5 bed/3 bath basement entry home in Rock Ridge • Corner lot plus room for RV parking • In beautiful condition!

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME ING BUILDT LO E L FOR SA

URBANO

®

A: There is nothing wrong with interviewing a few candidates to determine who will be

the best fit as the position of being your REALTOR . Past representatives, referrals, friends/acquaintances, or REALTORS® whom you have met an open house or through networking are all great choices as candidates.

Once you have a list of people that you would like to consider, check out their online presence. If you want a REALTOR® who is keeping up with the ever changing media scene, then this is a very important step. This also gives you the chance to get to know them from a distance without feeling as if you are taking up their time.

Next steps would be to schedule a meeting. Ask the REALTOR® to show you their listing presentation and/or information about how they work with Buyers. Don’t be afraid to ask what they do to go above and beyond their duties as a REALTOR®. Their answers to this and other questions that you may have should sit well with you and make you feel excited to move forward rather than stressed or confused.

You want someone to work hard for you, but there is really no way of knowing for sure if they will until you hire them. In order to get to that step, you do have to take a small leap of faith and go with what feels right. Hopefully these suggestions will help you feel more comfortable about that leap! ®

Do you have a real estate related question?

Email it to carla@sellingmapleridge.com.

All questions will be answered and one will be published as our April Question of the Month, with the author receiving a $25 gift Certificate to a local business.

$

259,900

12702 CATHY CRESCENT

$

229,900

MLS# V1103751

#322-12248 224th Street • 2 bed/bath with full sized den and granite throughout • Greenbelt views from both windows • Largest square footage available and shows amazing!

VIEWS OF VALLEY

MILLION DOLLAR VIEW

319,000 22707 136A Avenue $

• Beautiful view lot in Silver Valley • Building plans available • Build your dream home!

SOLD

849,900 22699 136A Avenue

MLS# V1053409

$

349,500

#85 19572 Fraser Way

Please call for pricing & availability

• Large 3 bedroom row home in master planned Osprey Village • Appealing location within complex • Extra square footage allows for sought after kitchen nook • teps from shops and waterfront trails and minutes from all major commuting routes.

BEAUTIFUL ESTATE PROPERTY

FIRST TIME BUYERS

Show suite open 12-5pm daily

$

950,000

SOLD

MLS# V1064022

$

294,900

12709 236A Street

20258 Ospring Street

• PARK LIKE ACRE MINUTES FROM TOWN • Large family home, solidly built & lovingly maintained • Kitchen has some updates: flooring, granite, and top of the line appliances.

• Cute and cozy 2 bedroom bungalow • 7200 square foot lot • Detached garage/shop has 220 wiring, extra breaker, plus is insulated and dry walled

WELL MAINTAINED

TWO-FAMILY LIVING!

$

• 5 bdrms • 7 baths • Quality craftsmanship and too many extras to list • MOVE-IN READY!

OSPREY OPEN SAT &VILLAGE SUN 2-4PM

MLS# V1102584 MLS V1

MLS# V1085932

• Falcon Homes built • Outstanding river views • Variety of sizes and prices

MLS# V1080354

• Over 2 acres in West Mission • 2 road accesses to property • Great spot to build your dream home • Drilled well already in place plus site for septic has already been approved • Call for more details!

MLS# V1092379.

WATERFRONT LIVING!

MLS# V1091555

$

369,900

##5 11720 Cottonwood Avenue • 3 bed/3 bath, 2268 sq ft townhouse • Spacious, clean, well maintained!

• Recent updates and upgrades • True double garage (not tandem)

MLS# V1090236

$

539,900

12345 231B Street • 5 bedrooms, 4 baths, 2500 sq ft • Functional family home with room for the in-laws • Double garage plus detached double garage/shop. Corner lot, RV parking

Thinking of Listing?

Give us a call to talk about how we can help get your home show ready!

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Survey MORTGAGE Rates

DEBBIE SHEPPARD

of

604-312-3705

March 11, 2015

LENDER

1 yr

2 yr

3 yr

4 yr

$4 26 ,9 00

$1 ,3 80 ,0 00

MAPLE RIDGE/PITT MEADOWS PROPERTIES $3 95 ,9 00

CLOSED FIRST MORTGAGES

debbiesheppard.com

5 yr

Alterna Bank ATB Financial Bank of Montreal Mortgage Corp.

Bank of Nova Scotia Caisses Desjardins Canadian Western Trust CIBC Mortgage Corp.

2.98 2.94 2.89 3.29 2.89 3.14 2.89

2.98 2.64 2.84 3.09 2.99 3.04 2.84

2.98 2.64 3.39 3.39 3.39 3.65 3.55

2.94 2.74 3.89 3.89 3.89 4.20 4.14

2.98 2.84 4.74 4.49 4.74 4.79 4.79

Effort Trust HSBC Bank of Canada ICICI Bank of Canada

3.45 3.54 3.15

3.60 3.04 3.65

3.70 3.54 3.64

4.60 4.24 3.69

4.95 4.94 3.69

Investors Group Trust Laurentian Bank of Canada London Life National Bank President’s Choice Financial Royal Bank of Canada Tangerine TD Mortgage SEVILLE MORTGAGE CORP.

3.14 2.89 3.14 2.89 3.19 3.14 3.19 2.89 2.99

3.09 2.84 3.09 2.84 2.84 3.14 3.24 2.84 2.59

3.75 3.39 3.75 3.39 3.49 3.70 3.49 3.39 2.69

4.39 3.89 4.39 3.89 4.04 4.44 3.69 3.89 2.79

4.79 4.74 4.79 4.74 4.44 4.74 3.79 4.74 2.69

*Rates are subject to change without notice. Provided by Donna Telep,

SEVILLE MORTGAGE CORPORATION, 604-466-1976

OPEN SUNDAY 2-4PM 11997-234TH ST., MAPLE RIDGE

JUST LISTED • 3 bedroom rancher • Perfect starting up or retirement home • Fully fenced yard, covered patio • Double garage, shows great!

• Call Debbie today to preview!

JUST LISTED! PITT MEADOWS ACREAGE

19044-117B AVE., PITT MEADOWS

• Lovely 2 storey home in great PM neighborhood • Corner fireplace in lvgrm, family room • 3 bedrooms up, 2 washrooms • 40’x115.9’ fenced and level yard • Huge “Whistler inspired” covered patio Just listed!

Call Debbie for an information package!

Don’t miss this one

• Country chic home on 2.42 acres • Steps to Pitt River dykes and minutes to Pitt River bridge, spectacular mtn views • Updated, new kitchen with quartzite counters and island.

• Stunning master bdrm, travertine ensuite • 3 car garage plus double carport

Maria Moudatsos 778-388-6533 mariamoudatsos.ca • mariamoudatsos@shaw.ca

NEW LISTING S – OPEN HOUSE SAT 12-2 AND SUN 3-5

OL D I WOW nearly a half acre iin west Maple N O Ridge.

PRI PRIVATE LOT, NLoads of parkin E WEparking for utility/boats/toys!

Double detached EK age & single garage

attached garage.

Over 3000 sq.ft. q.ft.

21520 Glenwood Ave, with 6 bedrooms, Maple Ridge 4 bathrooms! One authorized suite and more room for the inlaws! Air conditioning, fresh paint, updated bathrooms/kitchen, huge deck, steps from elementary school and high school.

This home will be gone FAST! $

599,900

For the way you live

PRICED BELOW ASSESMENT! – OPEN HOUSE SAT 2-4 Take this opportunity to own a HUGE lot right in town! Excellent for first time home buyers or the buyer who is interested $ in purchasing a home 409,900 to update themselves!

20617 Dewdney D d Trunk T k Rd, Rd This clean bright and Maple Ridge freshly painted home is awaiting all your ideas with the basement being mainly unfinished this home can be renovated to YOUR taste! Nice quiet deck overlooking your 10,425 lot, original hardwood floors, huge rec room below, plenty of storage space secured under the deck, steps to shopping and transit right at your door. This lot also has future DEVELOPMENT potential. Excellent for the investor if they are in the market for a holding property! Great rental income!!!

22308 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge #2-19126 Ford Road, Pitt Meadows

Fees payable to the lender/broker may apply (No fees payable on approved credit).

REALTY

THE FOURTEENTH ANNUAL HANEY ROTARY

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CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT In support of youth locally and internationally

Wednesday, May 20th, 2015 at Swan-e-set Bay Resort and Country Club

proudly presented by

The Haney Rotary Club Serving Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows since 1952

supported by

Dr. Patrick O’Brien CIM

West Coast Auto Group

1973

West Coast Auto Group

2013

Celebrating 40 years serving our community

1PM SHOT GUN START! Tournament fees are $170 per golfer* *includes a box lunch, range access, golf cart, 18 holes of golf, tee gifts, on course side competitions and barbeques, dinner and access to an outstanding silent and live auction all in aid of youth charities.

For more information about player registration or sponsorship opportunities please contact event chair Mike Murray at mwmurray@shaw.ca

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Your BEST Mortgage Advice is One Call Away Call Today!

604-466-1976

Mortgage Specialist

Lisa 604-970-2209 • lisa@teamtelep.com • Dave 604-341-0783

or visit us on the web

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Your Home Management Professionals

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• 4 bedroom & den, includes 1 bedroom suite.

• 2129 sq ft well cared for and centrally located home.

• Lane access with extra parking.

• Bus service at your door and a view of Golden Ears Mountains from your deck.

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$149,900

END UNIT… 19+ Townhouse. The kitchen is sunny and warm with loads of windows and unique cork floors that are easy on the feet. Engineered hardwood too. Formal L/R and D/R. Designer colours and window treatments. New lights and plumbing fixtures.

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Double car garage. Easy to show and move in ready!

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Community calendar

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ommunity Calendar lists events in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows. Notices are free to local non-profit groups courtesy of The News. Drop off details to 22328 119 Ave., fax to 604-463-4741 or e-mail newsroom@mapleridgenews. com at least a week before the event. Include a contact name and number. (No submissions by phone.) Listings appear as space permits. For guaranteed publication, ask our classified department at 604-467-1122 about non-profit rates.

March 9-30 • Spring Treasure Hunt: Participants of all ages hunt for hidden eggs in 20 participating downtown Maple Ridge businesses. Find all 20 eggs, and you can be entered for a chance to win a giant Easter baskets.

Participants also receive small prizes from each business. To play, download a passport from www.downtownmapleridge.ca, or pick one up from a participating business.

Hunt at your leisure over three weeks. Passports must be submitted by midnight, March 30 to be eligible for the grand prize draw on April 2.

March 13 • Maple Ridge Polynesian dance school is organizing a blood drive in support of one of its leaders who is battling leukemia. The group will be at the Canadian Blood Services donor clinic 12-7 p.m. Friday at the Maple Ridge Alliance Church (20399 Dewdney Trunk Rd.) in support of leader/hula

sister Melanie “Kulana” HooFatt. Potential donors are asked to book an appointment online at www.blood.ca. For more information, contact Wendy “Konane” Conway-Brown at info@hulaspirit.com.

March 14 • Candlelight series: On Saturday, March 14, at 8 p.m. Andre Laplante, one of Canada’s most important pianists, plays in the Candlelight Series of the Maple Ridge Music Society. At Westacres (23575 - 124 Ave). For reservation call 604-467-3162. Tickets $35, students $15.

March 10-20 • Spring Break Maker Space on weekdays until Mar 20, from 10:15 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Maker Space is a self-directed crafts area where children and parents are invited to come and enjoy making crafts together. As a special treat, there will be a button maker on hand. Make a pin for your jacket or knapsack.

All materials are provided, but participants can bring their own pictures, magazines, or comics from home.

March 16 • Puppets: Monday, March 16 there will be a Fairytale Fun Puppet Show at Maple Ridge Public Library from 11-11:30 a.m. Be at the library for a morning of wacky tales, silly songs and lots of lots of laughs.

• Pitt Meadows Garden Club is inviting members

and anyone interested to its monthly meeting at 7 p.m.

March guest speakers Ron and Lidy Kok from Amsterdam Greenhouses, speaking about new plant introductions. At Pitt Meadows Community Hall, (corner Harris and Ford Road).

Everyone welcome. Enjoy coffee and homemade treats; drop in fee $2 for non-members.

March 18 • Spring Break collage: On March 18 there will be a Collage-a-thon from 2-4 p.m.

Kids can create their own masterpiece with paper, fabric, glue and more! For kids ages five and up. For more information on these programs, please call the Maple Ridge Public Library at 604-467-7417.

March 20 • Spring Fling: On Friday, March 20, from 7-10 p.m.

Golden Ears Cheesecrafters will host a wine and tapas spring fling, with Vancouver and Maple Ridge Firefighters and Sperling Vineyards. The charity night will have tapas prepared and served by the firefighters, Sperling Wines, ladies swag bags, prizes, draws, photos.

Limited advance tickets cost $75. Call 604-467-0004 for reservations or information.

March 22 • World Water Day: What better way to celebrate this day than by highlighting waterways in the community, being inspired by water and realizing our amazing connections to water in its many forms. From

2015 Babies

10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the South Bonson Community Centre (10932 Barnston View Road).

There will be a tour of Katzie Slough with the Watershed Watch Salmon Society, starting at the parking lot of Jungle Jac’s (19800 Lougheed Hwy.) RSVP with Lina Azeez (lina@ watershed-watch.org). From noon to 3 p.m. There will be food, live music and interactive art activities at the South Bonson Community Centre. See www.watershed-watch.org March 23 • The Seniors Network is having a volunteer information meeting for the Intergenerational Garden from 2:30-4 p.m. at the Ridge Meadows Seniors Activity Centre, 12150 224th St. Seniors (55+) who would like to work with teachers and children to grow vegetables or just help in the garden, are invited to come and learn more.

To register, call Sue Fleming at 604-837-8915 or email gardencoord@gmail.com April 17 • Maple Ridge Garden Club meets April 17 at 7 p.m. at Fraserview Community Center. Speaker is Brenda Falk from Tanglebank Nursery speaking on container gardening. Guest fee is $2 drop-in. For info 604467-2956.

Spin-a-thon!

LET’S GET READY TO PEDAL! The Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation is hosting a fun event - get your teams together and join us for a SPIN-A-THON! That’s right, we’ll be bringing in the bikes, cranking the music, and spinning through the day! We’ve got hourly themes planned (Cowboy, Pirate, Glam, Circus, Hawaiian, anything goes!), prizes and great food too!

WHEN: Saturday, April 11th, 9am-5pm WHERE: Centre Court @ Haney Place Mall REGISTRATION: $120 per team, one form (6 -12 people) PLEDGES: Each team member must collect min. $50 in pledges Payments can be made at RMH Foundation office: Cash, cheque, credit or debit accepted 11666 Laity Street, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 6G5

To more information contact Laura Butler, RMH Foundation at 604-466-6958 or email Laura.butler@fraserhealth.ca

www.rmhfoundation.com

NEW IN TOWN?

EXPECTING OR A NEW BABY?

GETTING MARRIED?

The News welcomes your entries to the 2015 Babies Photo Contest. Upload a photo today and you will be automatically entered to win!

To qualify, all babies must have been born in 2014 or 2015.

The winner will receive Gift Cards from our sponsors.

presented by:

Our representatives will bring FREE gifts and greetings along with helpful information about your community.

Call Sue at

604-380-0084 tsave@shaw.ca www.welcomewagon.ca

For community news first, go to:

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FUNERAL HOMES

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS 6

IN MEMORIAM GIFTS

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS 7

OBITUARIES

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS 7

OBITUARIES

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS 21

COMING EVENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...9-57

CHILDREN 98

PRE-SCHOOLS

LITTLE EXPLORERS Preschool 12145 Laity St. Call 604-722-2410

TRAVEL.............................................61-76 CHILDREN ........................................80-98 EMPLOYMENT .............................102-198 BUSINESS SERVICES...................203-387 PETS & LIVESTOCK ......................453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE...........503-587

ANTIQUE EXPO AT TRADEX March 21st & 22nd

REAL ESTATE ...............................603-696 .

RENTALS ......................................703-757

Antiquing....Treasure Hunting!

Bargains Galore!!!

AUTOMOTIVE ..............................804-862 MARINE .......................................903-920

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LEGGATT, Joyce Winnifred December 15, 1922 March 10, 2015 Passed away peacefully in Abbotsford, BC at age 92.

Joyce was born in Leask, Saskatchwen, 1 of 3 children.

She moved to Maple Ridge in 1950, where she met John Howard Leggatt. They married in 1951 and resided on River Road until 2003.

Joyce is survived by her son Murray (Marianne), daughter Wendy (Ron) McElheron, along with six grandchildren & eight great-grandchildren. Joyce also leaves behind sister Marion of Saskatchewan, and extended family. A small family Interment will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at 11:00 am, at the Maple Ridge Cemetery. For those desiring donations may be

made the Children’s Hospital.

Condolences may be sent to www.mapleridgefuneral.ca

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

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

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

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

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

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

To honour Kevin, a Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, March 31st at 1:00 pm at Whonnock Lake Centre.

Expressions of sympathy or remembrances of Kevin may be sent to in.memory.of.kevin. gormley@gmail.com.

In lieu of flowers, please tell someone how much they mean to you.

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THOMPSON, Gordon 1928 - 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gordon. Gordon died with peace and grace on February 6th, in his sleep at his home in Maple Ridge. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Hazel, his six children, Cathy, Gail, Moira, Tom, Susan and Patsy, eight grandchildren, and three great grandchildren.

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

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As per his request, only family and close friends will gather for a remembrance. Gordon leaves us rich in memories and we are all better for having known him.

Rest in peace Gordon, we will miss you terribly.

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A life-long, struggling Buddhist, Gordon lived and died with his simple axioms of life’s beauty and wonder.

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AutoCAD Operators The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!

A family owned enterprise with over 55 years history, seeks a highly motivated person to be part of our successful office team located in Chilliwack, BC. The primary focus of this position is to prepare clear, complete, and accurate product and detail drawings from rough or detailed sketches to meet the requirements allowing them to be used as production, catalogue, submittal and / or customer approval drawings.

This will require effective communication with sales, distribution, engineering, and production staff.

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

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

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

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

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COUNSELLOR

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

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

Please submit a cover letter and resume by email: admin_fraserhouse@shaw.ca Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Deadline for application submissions is March 13, 2015.

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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta.

Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training.

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

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

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

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FARM WORKERS Seeking 3 farm workers, F/T, permanent needed as soon as possible for L&R Resources Ltd. (25377 - 124 Ave, Maple Ridge, BC, V4R 1T8) to work on a Christmas tree farm and fruit orchard. Duties: cultivating, plowing, planting, pruning, irrigate crops, operate farm machinery & equipment. Must be physically able. No education or exp. req’d, will train. English req’d. Location of work in Maple Ridge/Harrison Mills, 40 hours/week, $11/hr.

Apply with resume to: murphytreefarms@yahoo.com

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

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

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Seasonal Farm Workers required in Pitt Meadows.

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

The Port Coquitlam Branch is currently hiring the following positions:

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

Machinist

Please email resume to: hindafarm@hotmail.ca

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

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• 20/20 Designers • Cabinet Manufacturers • Warehouse Workers Day & Afternoon Shifts Available at Pitt Meadows Facility with Potential for Permanent Positions.

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Utility Helpers (2)

•Must be physically fit with good communication skills.

•Must be accurate and have excellent attention to detail.

•Must be able to work well in a team environment.

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Qualifications

Those experienced with 20/20 Design, Machine Operators, Cabinet Manufacturing and with Warehouse experience will be given preference.

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

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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 driver’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

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Available routes in Pitt Meadows

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

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

Please submit your resume with a cover letter

by Tuesday, March 31, 2015 to: Kelly Myers The Langley Times, #102-20258 Fraser Highway, Langley, B.C. V3A 4R3 or email to admanager@langleytimes.com No phone calls please.

HELP WANTED

Qualifications

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The Langley Times, a twice-weekly award-winning newspaper has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time junior sales person.

The successful candidate will have a university or college education or two years of sales experience – preferably in the advertising or retail industry. The ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service is a must. The winning candidate will be a team player with an aggressive cold calling mandate. The ability to work in an extremely fast paced environment with a positive attitude is a must.

We offer a great working environment with a competitive base salary and commission plan coupled with a strong benefit package.

Black Press has more than 170 community newspapers across Canada and the United States and for the proven candidate the opportunities are endless.

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

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ELECTRICAL

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

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

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The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!

.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

GREENHOUSE WORKERS for Nursery in North Pitt Meadows.

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

GREENHOUSE WORKERS Full-Time seasonal labourers wanted for job duties that include but are not limited to: planting, pruning, harvesting, grading, packing, receiving, shipping and general greenhouse cleanup and setup for flower and pepper farm.

Start date: May 2015. $10.49/hour. No exp. Required.

Must speak and understand English and have completed grade 12.

Hollandia Greenhouses Ltd. 19393 Richardson Rd, Pitt Meadows, BC, V3Y 1Z1 Apply via email to: Attn Kim at hollandia@hollandia.ca

Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com

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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.

OUR COMPANY OFFERS: 1.) Attractive Wages & Excellent Employee BeneďŹ ts.

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

3.) Company Sponsored Social Activities.

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

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

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

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283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627

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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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LANDSCAPING

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Stair Builder / Parts Craftsman

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INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC (MILLWRIGHT)

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

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COLORLITE Painting www.colorlitepainting.com Interior/Exterior Pressure Washing.

Books us now for spring/summer!

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Check out our Real Estate Section (600’s) for home listings by realtors and For Sale By Owners for a great deal on your new home.

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

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TREE SERVICES

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

Your Tree Service For Honest Prices & Quality Work

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PLUMBING

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

RENTALS 706

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

ABBOTSFORD Wholesale Floral Evergreen Business For Sale.

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

APARTMENT/CONDO

21387 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Maple Ridge

604-466-5799 RENTALS: These listings cover all types of rentals from apartments, condos, office space, houseboats and vacation homes. So if you’re in the market to rent, or looking for a roommate, start here. bcclassified.com

$840/mo & $940/mo

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

Drain Cleaning. Ins. 604-380-2932

Queen Anne Apts.

341

Great Location

PRESSURE WASHING

* Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet

PETS

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

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EQUESTRIAN

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

Includes: Heat, Hot Water

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

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EAGLE ROOFING Tar & Gravel D Asphalt D Interlocking shingles D Torch-on Membrane D Laminated shingles All types of Roofing Repairs Free Estimates

SCREENED TOPSOIL MUSHROOM MANURE BARK MULCH 604-467-3003

www.jonesbroscartageltd.com

Special Spring Prices Sawdust Available

Your community, your classiďŹ eds.

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TREE SERVICES

Augustine Soil & Mulch Ltd. Pitt Meadows, BC

477

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

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

Close to stores & schools.

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

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

.give and take tree service 778.872.8406

TREE BROTHERS SPECIALIST

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION

PARC VUE

Polo Club Apartments

TOY POODLE PUPS 6 weeks old.

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

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SURREY: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, hardwood oors throughout and new roof. $549,000. 604-575-5555.

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OPEN HOUSE Sunday March 15, 1-4 pm 11735 256th Street, Maple Ridge 2 bedroom fixer upper on 5+ acres - $590,000 Call Lynda J. Lawrence Lone Palm Management 604-467-3333

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 548

FURNITURE

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

~ Since 1987 ~

ANYTHING OF VALUE

Single Items to Entire Households 604-463-4449 604-209-6583

551

GARAGE SALES

GARAGE SALE, Sat & Sun, Mar 14 & 15, 8am start. 11630 - 227 St. Maple Ridge. * Rain or Shine *

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

Sat. March 14, 8am - 3pm Sun. March 15, 10am - 3pm 11934 - 212 Street.

Maple Ridge (off Cook St)

563

MISC. WANTED

FARM EQUIP wanted. Farm tractors, back hoe & equip.

Any condition. Call collect 1604-794-7139 or 604-795-0412

706

W 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites W 3 Appliances W Secured Garage Parking W Adult Oriented W Ref’s Req’d & Absolutely No Pets

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

604-464-3550

GARIBALDI Court (604) 463-9522 Central Maple Ridge 2 Bedroom units available.

Great location for seniors!

Clean, quiet & affordable!

Incls heat, h/w, cable.

Senior Move-In Allowance.

Refs & Credit check req.

Sorry No Pets For more info: google us.

CRIME FREE BUILDING

WE BUY CARS

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Short Term or Long term!

Hotel Living

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

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

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

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

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

23359 Fisherman Rd, Albion Mon-Sat 8am-4pm www.fvme.com The Scrapper

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

604.488.9161 ROOMS FOR RENT

$75 OFF 1ST MONTH

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

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

Call 604-467-3944 749

STORAGE

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

PORT COQUITLAM

1 bdrm 2nd r suite $775

2 BR apts - bright & lge

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SOUTH SURREY EXECUTIVE

604.465.7221

APARTMENT/CONDO

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

Cls to transit, schools & shops

METAL EXCHANGE WE BUY SCRAP METAL

PORT COQUITLAM 775-3000sqft.

Ground floor commercial space.

Office / retail / service type business. Facing onto city park. 2 blks from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.

Clean, Quiet Well Managed Bldg.

3 Blocks to W.C. Express

RENTALS

$$CASH $$ for your furniture, tools, electronics, antiques, appliances, computers & collectibles.

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

SORRENTO 22260 122nd Avenue (604)319-9341

19071 Ford Rd. Pitt Meadows

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OPEN HOUSE

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

PITTBULL pups purebred, born Feb 24th. Avail for viewing. Great bloodlines. $1000-$1500. 604-765-0453

$50 Off with this Ad Jerry, 604-500-2163

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12040 - 222nd. St., Maple Ridge

Contact Alex Anderson at aanderson@ranchogroup.com

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

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

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SUNRISE 22292 122nd Avenue (604)349-5982

746

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

Tree Removal/Topping/Spiral Thinning/Hedge Trimming/Stump Grinding. Free Estimates.

WCB/Fully Insured

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

Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail Mar 20. $700. 1-604-794-5844

RUBBISH REMOVAL

22437 121st Ave 604-467-0715

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

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

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MAPLE COURT I

PETS

in need of caring homes!

All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed.

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SENIOR’S DISCOUNT

604-465-5193

604-467-6065

TRANSPORTATION

1 Bdrm apts $750 2 Bdrm apts $800 Incl heat, hot water & parking.

Close to stores and Schools.

MAPLE RIDGE

CEDAR HOGFUEL

TOWNHOUSES

Near Shopping & Amenities.

12186-224 St, Maple Ridge CertiďŹ ed Crime Free Buildings

TOPSOIL

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

AVAILABLE NOW Maple Ridge

736

604-463-2236 604-463-7450

POWER WASHING since 1982.

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

SENIORS DISCOUNT

752

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

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

1 & 2 Bdrms available

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

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

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO 1/2 month Rent Free Ask manager for details.

Clean and Spacious 2 Bdrm avail. $845/mo

MAPLE RIDGE

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

706

Glenwood Manor Apartments

REAL ESTATE 612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE

RENTALS

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

Onsite Manager

604.465.7713 750

SUITES, LOWER

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

741

OFFICE/RETAIL

NOTICE is hereby given that on March 21, 2015, 11:30am at 20288 113B St., Maple Ridge, B.C., and 12:00pm at 11985 203rd St Maple Ridge B.C the undersigned; Advanced Storage Centres will sell at Public Auction, by competitive bidding, the personal property heretofore stored with the undersigned.

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OFFICE/RETAIL

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

ONE OFFICE

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

ONE CORNER OFFICE

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

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

One year minimum lease subject to credit and criminal check.

Contact Jim at 604-476-2720

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BOOT SALE ON NOW!

OUR BESTSELLING BOOT

THESE BOOTS ARE MADE FOR WORKING SAFETY ON THE OUTSIDE, MORE COMFORT INSIDE

MEN’S DAKOTA VIPER 6” WATERPROOF WORKBOOTS Our Reg. $209.99

SALE $179.99

MEN’S LINED RUBBER BOOTS

SAVE $30

Safety Boots CSA Grade 1 steel toe/ plate and ESR. Our Reg. $69.99

SALE $59.99

MEN’S DAKOTA X-TOE 8” WORKBOOTS Our Reg. $179.99

SALE $139.99

• 100% waterproof TPO upper • Removeable wool blend liner • Durable self-cleaning outsole

SAVE $40

Non safety Boots Our Reg. $49.99

SALE $39.99

MEN’S & WOMEN’S DAKOTA QUAD COMFORT® WORKBOOTS QUAD COMFORT®

SAVE $30

A minimum of four components provide superior comfort, support and shock absorption.

CSA Grade 1 steel toe composite plate and ESR

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WOMEN’S

Men’s 6” Workboots Our Reg. $169.99

Men’s 8” Workboots Our Reg. $179.99

MEN’S & WOMEN’S DAKOTA APPROACH

HIKERS

TARANTULA ANTISLIP® Engineered to help prevent slips and falls.

Men’s QUAD COMFORT Mid cut CSA Grade 1 steel toe plate and ESR Our Reg. $119.99

SALE $99.99

SAVE $20 Men’s QUAD COMFORT Low cut CSA Grade 1 steel toe/plate and ESR Our Reg. $99.99

SALE $79.99

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SALE $119.99 CSA Grade 1 steel toe/plate and ESR

SALE $139.99

SALE $149.99

Women’s 6” Workboots Our Reg. $149.99

Women’s QUAD COMFORT Lite mid-cut CSA Grade 1 aluminum toe/composite plate and ESR Our Reg. $129.99

SALE $109.99

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MAPLE RIDGE

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Monday - Friday 9 am - 9 pm • Saturday 9 am - 6 pm • Sunday 10 am - 6 pm