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RCMP SEIZE DRUGS,CASH AND GUNS ▶ SURREY-BASED TRAFFICKING GROUP FACING DOZENS OF CHARGES LAUREN COLLINS

Thirteen Lower Mainland residents have been charged with a total of 66 drug- and firearm-related offences after a 21-month long investigation into drug trafficking in Surrey.

In June 2013, the Surrey RCMP Drug Section started an investigation of a “loosely associated trafficking group based out of Surrey,” said Insp. Wade Lymburner at a press conference in Surrey Friday morning.

“The criminal activity was concentrated in Surrey and throughout the Lower Mainland,” Lymburner said.

The group was also active on Vancouver Island as well as in the B.C. Interior.

Undercover evidence purchases from the suspects took place between December 2013 and the fall of 2014. On Sept. 5, 2014, Surrey RCMP executed eight search warrants, four of them in Surrey. Items seized included cash, drugs and weapons. continued on page 5

POLICE PROBE ELEVENTH SHOOTING THIS MONTH KEVIN DIAKIW

For the eleventh time this month, police are searching to find the perpetrators of a targeted shooting in Surrey.

On Friday at 4:45 p.m., Surrey RCMP were called to the food court at Central City Shopping Centre where a man was bleeding from apparent gunshot wounds.

He was initially uncooperative, but eventually let police take him to hospital.

Then police received reports of shots fired on Saturday at 8:40 p.m. in the 9400-block of 125 Street.

Police scanned the area and found a car believed to be involved in the shooting a block away parked in a driveway. Residents of that home were arrested.

Also on Saturday, police received reports of an 18-year-old at hospital suffering a gunshot wound to the arm.

Surrey RCMP Insp. Wade Lymburner stands behind automatic weapons and drugs seized late last year after a 21-month police investigation. KEVIN DIAKIW

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Unaffordable home prices predicted to ripple across region ▼ OWNING A HOME IN SURREY WILL COST 48% OF HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY 2030, UP FROM CURRENT 39%: REAL ESTATE REPORT home will hit 108 per cent, up from 76 per cent.

“The average household will be resolutely priced Home prices will increasingly soar beyond what is out of the urban market,” the report says. affordable to most families – not just in Vancouver Factors driving the change are increasing populaitself, but in other Lower Mainland cities as well. tion growth and the region’s constrained geography, That’s the outlook in a new report from Vancity Vancity says.

Savings that projects the average home price in Van“The resulting scenario will see single detached couver will exceed $2.1 million by 2030 and require homes become a scarce luxury,” it says. more than 100 per cent of average household income While detached house affordability climbs out of to pay the mortgage. reach, condos will be increasingly in fashion, but In 15 years time, Langley will be only community they too are getting more costly. in Metro Vancouver with affordable real estate, acVancouver condos should rise in price from an cording to the report, titled Downsizing the Canadiaverage of $407,500 now to $810,500 in 2030, the an Dream: Homeownership Realities for Millennials report says. Condos will be unaffordable in Vancouand Beyond. ver by 2018 and in Burnaby by 2023, it Besides Langley City, only Maple projects. ▶ “The Ridge, New Westminster, Pitt Meadows “However the good news is that and Port Coquitlam can currently be condos in all other communities will average called affordable, the report says, with remain largely affordable,” it says, household will estimating 2030 debt-service ratios for the mortgage payments for the average home consuming just under 32 per condos at as little as 14 per cent in Surbe resolutely cent of household income – Canadian rey and 20 to 30 per cent in Coquitlam, priced out Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s Port Moody, New Westminster and recommended limit for debt service Richmond. of the urban ratios.

The report recommends various “However, if current trends continue, market.” steps to increase or protect affordable even this will not last,” the report said. housing, including the creation of zones VANCITY SAVINGS “Unaffordability will steadily radiate permanently dedicated for affordable outwards.” housing, similar to the Agricultural Burnaby, Richmond and White Rock Land Reserve. had house debt service ratios of around 30 per cent Another suggestion is that the province take part in the early 2000s, it says, but that hit 46 per cent in of the nearly $1 billion it collects each year from the 2014 and is projected to rise to between 60 and 70 Property Transfer Tax and dedicate it to affordable per cent in 2030. housing. Individuals who can’t reasonably afford a Surrey’s ratio is projected to climb from 39 to 48 home should instead save and invest money to build per cent in 2030 and Langley Township’s would rise equity over the long term, it says. from 35 to 43 per cent.

Families are urged to consider unusual multi-famBy 2030, payments for a typical North Vancouver ily living and owning arrangements like housing home will consume 100 per cent of income, comco-ops, co-ownership and intergenerational commupared to 73 per cent now, and the average Vancouver nity living.

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New MLAs for Surrey and Richmond and adjustments to other electoral boundaries have been proposed before the 2017 provincial election in B.C. The B.C. Electoral Boundaries Commission recommended the changes after studying population data and touring the province last year. If approved, they will bring the number of MLAs in the B.C. legislature from 85 to 87.

Boundary shifts in fast-growing Surrey would produce two new constituency names, with Surrey-South inserted between the existing Surrey-Cloverdale and Surrey-White Rock seats.

The other new seat is Richmond-Queensborough, taking in an area of New Westminster to balance the population of the existing constituencies in the region.

B.C. Supreme Court Justice Thomas Melnick said efforts were made to keep “communities of interest” together, while equalizing the populations of constituencies as much as possible. Even at that, the population

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Two more seats proposed for next B.C. election A new SurreySouth constituency is proposed for Surrey to balance population in one of B.C.’s fastestgrowing areas.

B.C. ELECTORAL BOUNDARIES COMMISSION

of some urban constituencies is as much as 60 per cent higher than rural seats, where travel by the elected representative is much more time consuming.

The commission, which is required to review boundaries after every election, is prevented from eliminating seats in the Cariboo-Thompson, Columbia-Kootenay and North regions, despite their lower populations.

Other major changes involve shifts in Langley, Abbotsford and Chilliwack boundaries, and including Hope in the Fraser-Nicola constituency that extends up to Merritt.

The proposals and maps can be found at the commission’s website, www.bc-ebc.ca Public input on the proposed changes is being accepted until midnight, May 26. Comments can be made through the website, by email to info@bc-ebc.ca or by mail to P.O. Box 9275, Stn. Prov Govt, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J6.

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Police canvassed the parking lot of the hospital and found a car consistent with being in a gun fight.

That incident followed reports Saturday of shots fired into a home in North Surrey in the 10400-block of 128 Street. Police responded to find several bullet holes in the rear of the home. The occupant of the home is “well-known” to police, Mounties say.

The weekend gunfire follows a shooting at 8:40 p.m. on Thursday, March 26, when Surrey RCMP were called to a report of gunshots in the area of 88 Avenue and 124 Street.

Police are seeking the public’s assistance and are asking anyone who may have witnessed any of these incidents to call Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222TIPS(8477).

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▶ POLICE BRIEFS

75-year-old pedestrian killed KEVIN DIAKIW

A senior is dead after being struck by a van while crossing the road in her scooter on the weekend.

On Saturday at 8 p.m., a 75-year-old Surrey woman was crossing King George Boulevard, heading eastbound on 96 Avenue. A woman also driving eastbound on 96 Avenue was turning left onto King George Boulevard when she struck the woman on the scooter.

The senior was taken to hospital where she was pronounced dead.

The 23-year-old driver of the van remained at the scene.

Police do not suspect speed or alcohol were factors in the crash.

Woman found dead in North Surrey home

Homicide detectives are investigating the “suspicious” death of a woman in North Surrey on the weekend.

On Friday at 11 p.m., Surrey Mounties were called to a home near 103 Avenue and 127 Street.

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) was called in at 1:30 a.m. when it was determined the death was suspicious.

The woman has been identified as 25-yearold Salamawit Girma of Surrey.

“This is not believed to be a random act,” said IHIT Sgt. Stephanie Ashton. “We have no reason to believe residents in

▼ STREET DRUGS, MACHINE GUNS, $66K SEIZED

the area are at risk at this time.”

IHIT is asking anyone who may have information to call the IHIT tipline at 1-877-551IHIT (4448) or email ihittipline@rcmp-grc. gc.ca.

Surrey man arrested in Nanaimo

A Surrey man was among four men arrested in Nanaimo earlier this month

in connection with an alleged extortion attempt.

A man called 911 just before 4:30 p.m. March 19 to report that four men were attempting to enter his home to extort money from him and his family.

The suspects fled the scene when they learned police had been called.

After obtaining a description of the suspect vehicle, plainclothed police were able to locate it and

make an arrest.

During a search, officers found approximately 240 grams of suspected cocaine, 44 grams of suspected heroin and cash.

Investigators believe the incident may be related to an extortion incident last month at the same house.

In that instance, the suspects reportedly produced a handgun.

Three men – including a 20-year-old from Surrey – and one teenager remain in custody.

According to Lymburner, the activities of the group involved low-to mid-level drug trafficking, but he noted this specific seizure was significant.

Police seized large amounts of counterfeit oxycodone, MDMA, fentanyl, heroin, methamphetamine and cocaine, as well as more than $66,000 in cash.

Weapons seized were two automatic submachine guns and a handgun, as well as five loaded high capacity magazines and a box of ammunition.

On March 9, 66 charges were sworn against 13 individuals. Of the charged, eight were arrested and five remain at-large.

Surrey residents Sophon Sek and Glen Hudson, and Burnaby resident Mona Khodabandehloo, face more than 30 counts of trafficking, four counts of possession of controlled drugs and seven firearms-related charges.

Sek, who is still in custody and will appear in court April 9, was charged in 2009 for manslaughter in the Surrey Six murders. He now has 20 new charges against him in relation to the drug investigation.

Lymburner couldn’t say if Sek was the leader of this group.

“He was one of several people up at the top. We encountered him near the end.”

The others facing charges include Surrey residents Daniel Cluett (four counts of trafficking and one count of breach of undertaking) and Francis Le (one count of trafficking); and Delta resident Dylan Herman (two counts of trafficking).

Le will appear in court March 31, and Hudson and Herman will appear in court April 1. Cluett and Khodabandehloo are due in court April 30.

Two teens were also charged in relation to the investigation. One is still in custody and the other was released by the court. They can’t be named under provisions in the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Arrest warrants have been issued for the other five at large: Sonny Nguyen of Surrey (one count of trafficking); Harjoot Singh Garg of Surrey (two counts of trafficking); Andres Naranjo of Surrey (three counts of trafficking); Lester Ray of Burnaby (two counts of trafficking); and Yaeil Jang of Port Coquitlam (five counts of trafficking).

Lymburner said the investigation was not related to the to the March 18 drug bust at the Town and Country trailer park in Newton.

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Compare prices when shopping for liquor For those who drink responsibly, the opening up of B.C.’s liquor policies can only be a good thing.

From Sunday openings at B.C. government liquor stores to the convenience of B.C. wine availability at grocery stores, buying booze will become more convenient.

But make no mistake, competitive pricing will also be necessary in this new environment. The government has already promised to level the playing field with wholesale pricing so private liquor stores will no longer be at a disadvantage.

It will be up to consumers to determine where they get the most bang for their buck and for the first little while, it’s going to take some comparison shopping.

Many fear this switch to a new wholesale pricing system will hike prices of more expen-

sive hooch. Others worry that if the government eliminates tax-in display prices, as it has promised to do to save costs, consumers will end up paying more if the shelf price isn’t lowered to accommodate the change.

All this and some worrying secrecy as the government failed to release its prices last week.

Meanwhile, private liquor stores, which already have tax-in pricing, aren’t likely to change their system in line with the government liquor stores and so it will be up to consumers to see where they get the most value.

As for private liquor stores, will there be lower shelf prices with the promised harmonizing of alcohol prices they get from the B.C. Liquor Distribution Branch? Typically, private

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stores charge a bit more for booze, because they’ve been paying more to obtain it, but consumers will want to see if private retailers are passing any savings on to them.

Where all this will lead is uncertain but the province undoubtedly doesn’t want to lose its competitive advantage because booze revenue provides a hefty sum of cash to government coffers – as much as $4.3 billion, according to the B.C. Government Employees Union, which represents government liquor store workers.

The goal should be responsible alcohol consumption, convenience and competitive pricing to benefit the consumer as well as a revenue stream that keeps both government and private liquor stores strong.

Treaty trouble has deep roots BC VIEWS ▼ Tom Fletcher

Why did the B.C. government suddenly slam the door on their old friend George Abbott, after spending months recruiting him to head up the B.C. Treaty Commission?

The instant media narrative, embraced by a shocked Abbott and then

by NDP leader John Horgan, was that this was payback for grievances nursed

by Premier Christy Clark from the 2012 B.C. Liberal leadership contest.

Done on a whim, Horgan said after a week grilling Clark and Aboriginal Relations Minister John Rustad. Clark is suddenly a sore winner, lashing out, wrecking two decades of careful and costly treaty-making.

Like many instant media narratives, this one makes no sense and is almost certainly wrong.

If Clark was resentful about the roasting she received from leadership rivals Abbott and Kevin Falcon, she had an odd way of showing it. She appointed Falcon as finance minister to drive a stake into the harmonized sales tax, and Abbott as education minister

to fashion a pre-election truce with the ever-hostile teachers’ union. Both completed their unlikely tasks and retired as heroes of the party in 2013.

Outgoing chief treaty commissioner Sophie Pierre was as dismayed as anyone at the news of Abbott’s demise.

While the two were in transition meetings, Pierre learned that she was not being replaced, leaving the federal-provincial-First Nations Summit partnership of 22 years in a shambles.

Clark went further when questioned by reporters about the sudden reversal. The future of aboriginal relations in B.C. may or may not include the B.C. Treaty Commission.

“There have been some results, but four treaties in 22 years for $600 million is not enough result,” Clark said.

“We have to be able to move faster, and we have to find a way to include more First Nations in the process.”

That $600 million is mostly loans, from the federal government to First Nations to finance treaty talks. Of every $100 spent trying to honour the

century-old duty to sign treaties across B.C., $80 is a loan from Ottawa, $12 is a grant from Ottawa and $8 is a grant from B.C. The plan was for First Nations to repay their loans out of cash settlements made to them for 100-odd years of uncompensated resource extraction, which is now accepted as being contrary to British and Canadian law.

It was the blunt-spoken Pierre who first acknowledged this hasn’t worked.

Some of the 50 First Nations stuck at the treaty table have borrowed too much to go on, she said last year, calling for an “exit strategy” that forgives debt.

The probability of the B.C. government making this decision without talking to the federal paymaster is exactly zero. I’m told the province’s clumsy timing had something to do with Ottawa’s late demands.

I asked Clark if her plan to settle land claims faster was anything like the

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(McDonald now faces a similar legal gridlock as the Clark-appointed CEO of BC Hydro, trying to build the Site C dam.)

Pierre, a veteran administrator from the Ktunaxa Tribal Council in the Kootenays, made a prophetic statement when her term as chief commissioner was extended three years ago. She said if Ottawa isn’t prepared to give federal negotiators a realistic mandate on compensation and sharing of salmon rights, they should “shut ’er down.”

Her advice may have been heard after all.

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the traffic (for safety); it must not have to stop for red lights (for speed) and above all, it must demonstrate value for cost. The LRT transit system touted by the Mayors’ Council and Surrey City Hall fails to meet those requirements on all three counts.

I am voting “no” on this plebiscite precisely for those reasons.

general government revenue.

If this vote fails, most likely Surrey residents will pay much more in property taxes because Mayor Linda Hepner has already stated she will deliver transit alone. Therefore, we end up paying for transit entirely on our own while the rest of the region gets off without contributing anything

Re: “Unauthorized trail builders have damaged Delta’s Watershed Park,” The Leader, March 17.

Many years ago, when I was conducting studies on the wonderful salmon streams of Watershed Park, I was appalled by the massive destruction to the forest and streams caused by cyclists carving new trails, building ramps, felling trees, cutting up deadfall and stumps with chainsaws, and generally laying claim to much of the park for their own use.

The article implies this is something new, but it’s been going on for decades.

Nor is this the first time Delta has vowed to end it, nor will it be the last, because I cannot see it ever changing. Such is the curse of hamstrung government, user groups and the self-righteous anger of we who can see no harm whatsoever in that which we alone do.

Watershed Park is written up online as a great place for those to go and do as they please. To me, Watershed Park is fish and wildlife habitat first and foremost.

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for our city.

I’m tired of paying taxes, however I am even more tired of paying taxes to fund transit for everyone else.

Surrey – take this chance to vote yes. We finally are getting our chance to vastly improve our own transportation system.

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▼ CHANGING MY NO VOTE TO YES The transit referendum for Metro Vancouver has resulted in heated debates on television, radio, social media and amongst friends, family and co-workers.

Initially, I was completely against another tax because we already have an incredibly high cost of living. Families are struggling to raise their children and maintain a reasonable standard of living. Another tax is just going to make that more expensive.

Add to that the concerns regarding TransLink’s undemocratic governance structure and you have a perfect combination of reasons to vote no.

However, as I started to delve deeper into the details regarding the plan and what Surrey residents receive in exchange, I gradually began to change my mind.

For more than 20 years, Surrey has been short-changed by paying taxes for rapid transit for neighboring cities: Millennium Line, Canada Line, Evergreen Line. Its finally Surrey’s turn!

Under the current plan, almost half of the total transit infrastructure will benefit Surrey residents.

The 0.5-per-cent sales tax isn’t the perfect tax, but the exemptions on food, children’s clothing and medications makes it more reasonable to other forms of fees and hidden taxes.

Furthermore, this tax is earmarked only for transit, not

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by LRT trains in the past in places such as Calgary and Atlanta as well as several European cities. The amount of time for accident investigators to clear up such an accident would take two to three hours, thus delaying traffic on an already congested 104 Avenue, King George Boulevard, or Fraser Highway corridor, not to mention plague the hospitals with injuries.

LRT has always been faster grade-separated, but there are no dedicated corridors through residential areas of Surrey that do not involve interaction with either pedestrian or vehicle traffic. And considering after all the money that Surrey will put into LRT ($2.1 billion) that the end result of all this expenditure is only one minute faster than the current Bus Rapid Transit that we currently have in place is laughable and reprehensible.

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There is no sunset clause in the proposed 0.5-per -cent sales tax increase in Metro Vancouver, so the hike is expected to be permanent – if a majority of the region’s voters approve the proposal.

Although the Mayors’ Council plan calls for nearly all improvements to be in place within 10 years (a light rail from Surrey to Langley along Fraser Highway would take 12 years), that doesn’t mean the new transportation investments are paid off at that point.

Capital financing of major projects would be spread out over 20 to 30 years, according to Port Coquitlam Mayor Greg Moore.

While much of the Congestion Improve-

ment Tax goes to cover the region’s share of the $7.5 billion in capital spending, Moore also noted some of the tax goes to pay annual operating costs, which don’t ever stop.

Existing SkyTrain upgrades make up the biggest increase in operating costs at $53 million a year, followed by $47 million for new B-Line express bus routes, and then increased rush hour bus service, Surrey light rail and the Broadway subway, each of which add around $23 million annually.

More passengers carried means more fares generated and that would offset some, but not all, of the higher costs.

Moore said mayors considered an expiry date for the tax but dropped the idea because their polling found voters would only be confused by a promise of the tax ending two or three decades from now after financing was paid off.

There’s no guarantee the tax won’t rise in the future, but Moore insisted there’s no need to increase it – he said the $250 million per year it would generate fully funds the region’s share of the plan.

“No” campaign head Jordan Bateman says TransLink or the mayors may push for more improvements 15 years from now by increasing the tax above 0.5 per cent.

“Yes” coalition spokesman Bill Tieleman said no increases could happen without provincial government legislation.

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Future provincial governments could raise or lower the Provincial Sales Tax provincewide for any number of reasons and presumably without a referendum, so the total 7.5-per-cent sales tax in Metro Vancouver after a yes vote isn’t necessarily static, even if the regional half-point is.

Tieleman noted the province raised the PST to 7.5 per cent in 2002 before dropping it back down to seven per cent in 2005.

The federal Goods and Services Tax has been cut in steps from seven per cent to five per cent.

“Governments can raise and lower their sales taxes as they decide and they’re accountable to voters for those actions,” Tieleman said.

He said it’s not impossible that the sales tax could be eliminated as part of a future longrange move to road pricing.

Bateman said the fact the provincial government ultimately controls the Congestion Improvement Tax and not just Metro mayors gives him little comfort.

“We don’t know who the government will be in the future and the NDP is very excited to give TransLink every dollar they could possibly want,” Bateman said.

“There is no guarantee it stays at 0.5 per cent.”

Referendum Questions is a Black Press series exploring issues related to the Metro Vancouver transit and transportation referendum. Voters must mail in ballots by May 29 on whether they support the addition of a 0.5 per cent sales tax in the region, called the Congestion Improvement Tax, to fund billions of dollars worth of upgrades. Read more in this series on our website at surreyleader. com

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Federal Green candidate named in Cloverdale-Langley ▶ NEW RIDING CREATED OUT OF PORTIONS OF THE SOUTH SURREY-WHITE ROCK-CLOVERDALE, FLEETWOOD-PORT KELLS AND LANGLEY RIDINGS FRANK BUCHOLTZ

A federal election is more than six months away – it’s scheduled to be held on Oct. 19 – but in the new riding of Cloverdale-Langley City, three candidates have already entered the fray. All three are already actively preparing for the vote.

The latest candidate in the new riding is the Green party’s Scott Anderson, a 44-yearold businessman with feet in both the Surrey and Langley portions of the riding. Anderson has lived in the area his entire life. He now lives in Cloverdale, but is building a new home in Langley City.

Anderson is a small business owner, with some low-level political experience. He is a member of Langley Environmental Protection Society.

He has been a manager in the construction industry for about 20 years, and recently married.

He emphasizes that the Green party, while best-known for its environmental positions, is much more than that.

“Voters need to realize that we are more than environmentalists. The party is in the centre — it attracts voters of all stripes.”

Personally, he is very attracted to the Greens’ philosophy that allows MPs to speak their minds and vote in accord with their constituents’ wishes, and not be whipped, as in the case of other parties.

He believes that voters in Cloverdale-Langley City are more open to changing their vote in the upcoming election than in past elections. He has looked over the poll results in the areas covered by the new riding.

In 2011, 80 per cent of voters voted Conservative, but he feels the governing party has slipped significantly with many voters.

“Their numbers are much lower at this time,” he said. “A lot of voters feel they are not getting local representation. I believe (Ste-

phen) Harper is out of favour with his core demographic in this riding. Voters are tired of the Harper regime.

With no incumbent here, it makes it more of an even playing field.”

He also feels confident that the Green party can attract voters who may be thinking of voting Liberal.

“When it comes to Elizabeth May versus Justin Trudeau, May is very strong. She is more likely to attract younger voters than Trudeau is.”

Asked what voters are telling him is the main issue in the riding, he replied promptly.

“Transit. It is the main gripe. Nobody is happy with the system we have out here. (Transit) is just past the horse-and-

buggy era.

“We still have not seen any train system out here, despite many promises. I believe the federal government has to do more to get better transit into Surrey and Langley.”

The new riding has been created out of portions of the South Surrey-White Rock-Cloverdale, Fleetwood-Port Kells and Langley ridings.

Other nominated candidates in Clover-

dale-Langley City are Dean Drysdale for the Conservatives and John Aldag for the Liberals. Both are Langley residents.

In Surrey-Newton, incumbent NDP MP Jinny Sims is facing off against former Liberal MP Sukh Dhaliwal and Conservative candidate Harpreet Singh.

Former Surrey mayor Dianne Watts is running for the Conservatives in South Surrey-White Rock.

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Sockeye run estimated at nearly seven million ▶ FRASER RIVER SALMON UNLIKELY TO REPEAT RECENT RECORD RETURNS JEFF NAGEL

It won’t be a super sockeye run this year.

But salmon fishermen of all stripes should be allowed to get their nets or lines in the water if advance projections are on target.

Roughly 6.8 million sockeye should come back to the Fraser River this summer, plus or minus a few million, if the pre-season estimates from the Department of Fisheries and

Oceans are close.

That’s well off both the 20 million sockeye that returned last year as well as the modern record of 30 million a year earlier in 2013.

Still, it’s a big improvement from the dismal 1.6 million return of 2009 that triggered a federal inquiry.

“The productivity of the Fraser seems to be returning to something more near average,” said Mike Lapointe, chief

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He said more than half of this year’s sockeye return is expected to consist of salmon returning to just two lakes.

Sockeye returning to Chilko Lake make up a projected 2.4 million in-bound fish and 1.4 million are expected to return to Harrison Lake.

“It’s quite concentrated in those groups,” Lapointe said. “They will contribute the bulk of the return.”

Chilko and Harrison sockeye are part of the main summer-run group that, as usual, is expected to yield many more fish than the smaller early Stuart, early summer or late summer timing groups.

A big run of pink salmon, which come back every two years as opposed to the four-year sockeye cycle, is also expected.

Lapointe said somewhere between 10 and 20 million pinks are projected.

Pinks are expected to peak near the end of August, just two weeks after the weaker late summer run sockeye,

Mike Armstrong (left) and Glenn Budden haul in salmon during a commercial fisheries opening last year. FILE PHOTO which come after the peak of the dominant summer run.

That could create a challenge for fishery managers, who must protect weaker runs, such as the late-timed sockeye, while under pressure to authorize fisheries targeting the strong runs.

“All these stocks come back with some amount of overlaps,” Lapointe said. “The late runs will be sandwiched between

the summer runs and the pink salmon, where most of the harvest is desired.”

Heavy fishing of the stronger run groups could put too much pressure on the late sockeye and raise conservation concerns, Lapointe acknowledged.

Commercial fishermen will be interested in both the summer run sockeye and the pinks, Lapointe expects, but they may have to be mostly limit-

ed to one or the other, not both.

Salmon watchers know a supposedly good run can fail to materialize and there are plenty of wildcards in play this year.

North Pacific ocean water has been unusually warm from late 2013 through 2014 and that could cause problems for both this year’s returning sockeye as well as the 2016 run, which is expected to be the

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Warm oceans can deplete plankton food supplies, attract predator fish normally found only further south and play havoc with the typical migration routes of returning sockeye around Vancouver Island.

Another concern is low snowpacks, particularly in southwestern B.C. But Lapointe said he’s not particularly worried yet.

Lower Mainland ski hills may look bare, but he noted most of the Fraser watershed further north has closer to average levels of snow, which should keep the main stem of the river cool.

“It’s not appropriate to push the panic button yet,” he said. “The snow is there for a normal pattern to result in reasonable conditions.”

He said a continuation of the warm winter and spring into a hot summer in B.C. would be a bigger concern for the survival of sockeye en route to the spawning beds.

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Education Minister Peter Fassbender said there are currently no detailed requirements for certified teachers to stay current with new education techniques.

Those requirements are to be worked out with the B.C. Teachers’ Federation, which was notified only hours before changes to the School Act were introduced in the legislature Thursday.

“There is no legislated requirement for professional development, nor is there a definition of what the route to that might be and what some of those tools are,” Fassbender told reporters Thursday.

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that we work with the teachHe called the move “a divering profession to define that sion from underfunding,” afmoving forward, and that’s ter the government demanded what this bill allows us to do.” $29 million in administrative There is no change to the savings from districts, many five professional development of which say they can’t find days per school year that are any more savings. currently part Fassbender of the BCTF said school contract, or any districts will requirement in have time to the legislation develop shared that new trainservice plans ing be delivered themselves during those before anything days. is imposed by B.C. TeachVictoria. ers’ Federation NDP educaPresident Jim tion critic Rob Iker said eduFleming said cation ministry Fassbender and officials have asthe B.C. Liberals sured him there have a “centralwill be two years Peter Fassbender izing impulse” of consultation toward school before changes districts, shiftto professional ing authority to development are imposed. the education ministry that Any changes “need to be doesn’t have the capacity to properly funded and respect make all those decisions. teachers’ professional autonoThe government forced all my,” he said. school districts into a new Iker was more concerned administration computer about another change that system that didn’t work, gives the ministry authority costing $120 million, so it to impose shared services doesn’t have the track record arrangements on school disto lecture school districts on tricts. efficiency, Fleming said.

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▼ HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS NAMED WINNERS OF HORATIO ALGER ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS Four students from Surrey and Delta are among 17 B.C. winners of the Horatio Alger Association’s Jim Pattison British Columbia Scholarship Program.

The association offers scholarships to full-time high school students in B.C. who have a critical financial need and have demonstrated integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity, as well as strength of character, a good academic record, a commitment to pursue higher education, and a desire to contribute to society.

Winners from Delta are Prunveer Palia, from Delview Secondary and South Delta Secondary’s William J. Shelling. Surrey’s Khaola Maher, who attends Fleetwood Park Secondary, and Simran S. Saroya, who attends L.A. Matheson Secondary, were also named scholarship recipients.

“We have an incredible group of scholars this year,” Pattison said. “These young people have worked hard and persevered through difficulty. It is a privilege to be associated with these outstanding young Canadians.”

The association received nearly 3,500 applications in the four provinces in which it currently conducts scholarship programs.

For more information, visit www.horatioalger.ca

▼ MUSLIMS TACKLE ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES Earlier this month, the Muslim Food Bank’s (MFB) ASPIRE program held its first symposium on addictions and mental health issues within the Muslim community and introduced the new HOPE program which seeks to address these issues specifically among Muslim youth.

The Muslim Food Bank Society is a non-profit registered charity which aims to help those in need and provide a path – through these programs – for the Muslim community to play a substantial role in providing assistance to those who seek it.

The symposium, held at Surrey Central Library, was an opportunity for members of the health care and Muslim communities to engage in open discussion, share perspectives and experiences and collectively offer solutions and future directions for growth.

The panel of speakers included MFB executives Azim Dahya and Asad Asadullah, UBC assistant professor and psychiatrist Dr. Sheik Hosenbocus, Fraser Health social worker Sana Siddiqui and SFU doctoral candidate Ehsan Jozaghi.

For more information, visit www.muslimfoodbank.com or email hope@muslimfoodbank.com

Students at Khalsa Elementary School took park in a CEME Math workshop given by a University of Waterloo professor last week. SUBMITTED

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Last week, 98 Grade 7 students from Khalsa Elementary School’s Old Yale Road Campus in

Surrey took part in a Centre for Enhanced Mathematics Education workshop with Dr. Carrie Knoll from the University of Waterloo.

Two years ago, in 2013, a Khalsa School student was one of 72 students chosen across Canada by the University of Waterloo to attend a free, week-long math and computer science workshop at the University of Calgary.

Last week’s workshop informative

▼ KWANTLEN PR STUDENTS RAISE THOUSANDS FOR SURREY CHARITY THAT HELPS FAMILIES FIND HOMES BLACK PRESS

▶ FRASER HEALTH UNITES FOR CHARITY Employees at Fraser Health Authority raised more than $120,000 in 2014 through their annual United Way campaign that helps support children, families and seniors across the Lower Mainland. Pictured here are Natalie Gielens, 2014 Fraser Health United Way Campaign Coordinator, Tobie Patterson, Central City United Way Campaign co-chair, Robin Suprun, Central City United Way Campaign co-chair and United Way CEO Michael McKnight.

Public relations students at Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) raised over $18,000 to support the Surrey-based Eversafe Ranch Outreach Society, the most raised by any class in the history of the program.

Over the past year, final-year students in the Richmond-based diploma program worked hard to meet their fundraising goal of $15,000 – enough to help Eversafe purchase a 22-seat passenger van to transport clients in need to after school programs.

The initiative culminated with a charity fundraising event held in Vancouver earlier this month. Attended by approximately 125 guests, An Enchanted Night featured a magician, silent auction, two raffles, speeches and refreshments.

It was entirely planned, organized and executed by students as part of their coursework, which involves hosting an event to raise money for a good cause.

The class went over and above fundraising records and their own expectations, raising $18,350.22 for Eversafe, which helps Lower Mainland families transition from shelters to homes of their own. Last year, the graduating PR class set a fundraising record with $14,000 going to the STAND Foundation.

and enlightening for the students, said Principal Kamalpreet Kaur Baga, especially those interested in pursuing careers in math or computer sciences.

Dr. Carrie opened avenues for students to discover professions such as mathematician, software engineers, computer system analyzer, and many more by engaging students using age-appropriate materials and games.

“We would like to thank all those involved in making this event such a huge success. The hard work of the KPU PR class of 2015, the generosity of local businesses who sponsored the event and donated items for the silent auction table, and the level of engagement by those who attended the fundraising reception will have a long-reaching impact on the families that we help on a daily basis,” said Alan Daser, president of Eversafe Ranch Outreach Society.

Public relations students from Kwantlen Polytechnic University raised more than $18,000 for Surrey-based Eversafe Ranch Outreach Society.

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The initiative, called Making Learning Visible: A 360° Transformation, uses technology to records kids’ learning through video, photos and notes, resulting in a digital portfolio of their work that can be shared almost immediately.

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of instruction Elisa Carlson told Public Education in B.C., which Surrey school trustees at a recent recognizes innovative educational meeting. “It really is quite revopractices at the kindergarten to lutionary. The response Grade 12 levels. There from parents has been were 28 entries for the fabulous.” annual, $50,000 prize.

She said instead of Making Learning Visparents only seeing ible is still considered to the work their children be in the pilot stage. It bring home, or what began last year with a they may see when they handful of participating visit the school or on classes and expanded to a report card, they can 53 schools this year. witness what their child While some schools is learning all the time still send home paper Elisa Carlson and review that work report card-like assesswith them. ments, some have gone Learning needs can fully digital. also be responded to much more The Cmolik Prize was endowed quickly as students, parents to Simon Fraser University by and teachers are up-to-date on Clifford Russell and Ellen Cmolik. activities and progress, as well as The winner will be announced strengths and weaknesses.

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For centuries, one of the earth’s oldest cultivated plants has been carved, shaped, painted and embellished to create beautiful works of art.

On Thursday (April 2) at 7:30 p.m. at the Surrey Art Gallery, visitors can see and hear how Langley artist Suzanne Erickson incorporates gourds in art.

“The ones I love are hard-shelled gourds,” she says. “They come in many shapes, sizes, and colours, and can be made into useful and beautiful works of art.”

Erickson’s work is based on both traditional and contemporary design, rethinking this ancient art form and reintroducing it to a modern audience. Erickson will share the history of this amazing plant and discuss the techniques used to create her art. Her collection of gourd art will also be on display.

Surrey Art Gallery is located at 13750 88 Ave. Call 604-501-5566.

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

City By-law 5835 prohibits damage to City trees, including unauthorized or substandard pruning.

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

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Hitting a home run for Newton ▶ BASEBALL CLUB TO FOCUS ON FAMILY FUN IN THE HEART OF THE COMMUNITY LAUREN COLLINS

The Newton Canadian Baseball Association (NCBA) is hoping to knock community pride out of the park this season.

NCBA President Ben Dias wants to bring a positive light to the “troubled” town centre and the opening ceremony for the ball club this Saturday at Unwin Park aims to do just that.

Dias, who became president in November 2014, said his vision for the event involves lots of kids and their families enjoying themselves. He said it will have a “parade-like atmosphere.”

Dias and about 30 volunteers worked over the winter months in an effort to bring “fresh breath” into the area, helping to refurbish the park at 133 Street and 68 Avenue.

“We’ve been renovating some of the facilities, painting, cleaning, picking up litter,” Dias said.

On Saturday, the NCBA will be unveiling a new announcement tower named after the premier sponsor (to be announced).

Surrey-Newton NDP MLA Harry Bains will be on hand at the ceremony and he considers it a “good honour” to stand with the NCBA. “It inspires and encourages youngsters to play baseball and to become future heroes,” Bains said.

The opening ceremony for the season takes place Saturday, April 4 at Unwin Park and will start at 8 a.m. with a pancake breakfast. The association has received support from the City of Surrey, the Surrey School District and the Newton Business Improvement Association.

The NCBA is offering teams in the following divisions for the spring season: Blastball (5U), Teeball (7U), Tadpole (9U), Mosquito A (11U), Peewee A (13U), Peewee AA (13U), Bantam A (15U), Midget AA (18U), Midget AAA (18U) and Junior Mens (25U).

For more information, visit newtonbaseball. com

Shopping centre as classroom ▶ SURREY SCHOOL DISTRICT HOLDS PRESCHOOL SESSIONS AT CENTRAL CITY STEPH TROUGHTON

For the Surrey School District, learning can, and should, happen outside of a traditional classroom.

Since January, the district’s Community Schools Partnership department has been running its Early Learning for Families program for preschool-age children.

School district assistant superintendent Pat Horstead said each year the school district has as many as 5,000 children registering for kindergarten but only about 10 per cent of them have attended StrongStart BC, the mainstream provincial preschool program.

“I knew there was a segment of the population we weren’t reaching,” she said. “StrongStart is great but my

concern was for those children who were not being reached.”

The program is drop-in and focuses on parent engagement, literacy, community connections, educational resources and having fun. Sessions are held in an open area located by the elevator outside of the store Winners on the first and third Wednesday of the month between 10 a.m. and noon.

“For the ages zero to five, language development is key to kids’ literacy development,” said Horstead.

The district delivers the program through a partnership with Simon Fraser University Surrey - TD Community Engagement Centre, Central City managers and Blackwood Partners Central City.

▶ GET A LOAD OF THIS BRIDGE Pacific Academy student Tyler Hannaford, 10, watches as his popsicle bridge is load-tested until breakage on Feb. 28 at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Hannaford took part in a popsicle bridge-building contest that was organized for Surrey Grade 5-9 students by the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of B.C. The students’ bridges, built before the testing event, were limited to 100 popsicles and white all-purpose glue, and had to span a 50-centimetre gap. Bridges were tested to their load capacity to their breaking point – in Hannaford’s case, a healthy 76.14 pounds. Thirty-one students participated in the contest.

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The position Currently working from our Accounting office in Abbotsford you will be part of our team servicing our Canadian titles.

Role and Responsibilities â&#x20AC;˘ Creating and posting monthly journal entries â&#x20AC;˘ Preparation, completion and analysis of Monthly Financial Statements â&#x20AC;˘ Reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts â&#x20AC;˘ Providing support and oversight to all departments from a best practices approach â&#x20AC;˘ Preparation and completion of annual budgets â&#x20AC;˘ Various other accounting demands Qualifications and Experience â&#x20AC;˘ Completion of an accounting designation â&#x20AC;˘ At least 2 yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experience in full cycle accounting â&#x20AC;˘ Good working knowledge of Excel â&#x20AC;˘ Strong attention to detail â&#x20AC;˘ Good problem solving and analytical skills â&#x20AC;˘ Excellent time management and organizational skills â&#x20AC;˘ Good interpersonal & communication skills This position offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits and pension package.

If you are an energetic self-motivated individual looking to expand your skills, this is a tremendous opportunity with a company that has experienced continued growth over the years.

As the largest independently owned newspaper company in Canada, with more than 150 titles in print and online, Black Press has operations in British Columbia, Alberta, Washington, Hawaii, California and Ohio. The company has 3,500 employees, and newsrooms with history dating back to the 1800s.

Located in Abbotsford, our BC Finance Division is looking for a Credit and Collections Manager for its BC and Alberta Divisions.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a business-to-business credit and collections environment.

Must have an intermediate to advanced proficiency level with Microsoft Excel, and demonstrate successful leadership with the ability to communicate effectively in all forms.

The Credit and Collections Manager will engage, manage and work to directly improve the activities of the credit department. Additionally, he/she will manage the administration of all credit activities including the credit approval process, collection of accounts receivables and the credit support function.

Specifically, the Credit and Collections Manager will: â&#x20AC;˘ Supervise the work of 8 credit personnel â&#x20AC;˘ Develop/recommend/implement credit and collections policies and procedures â&#x20AC;˘ Make decisions regarding bad debt write-offs â&#x20AC;˘ Recommend and oversee both third party action and bankruptcy claims â&#x20AC;˘ Facilitate the balance between sales growth and credit risk Preference will be given to those with five plus years of managerial experience and who have completed or are currently enrolled in the Certified Credit Professional (CCP) Program.

Your application should include a resume plus references and a cover letter outlining any relevant experience.

Please apply today with a cover letter to:

Please apply today with a cover letter to:

e-mail: sschotts@blackpress.ca

e-mail: sschotts@blackpress.ca

Competition closes: March 31, 2015

Competition closes: March 31, 2015

We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We thank all those who are interested in this position; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

blackpress.ca X bclocalnews.com

blackpress.ca X bclocalnews.com

18 The Surrey-North Delta Leader Tuesday March 31 2015 EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130

HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS

Savoury Foods in Delta is looking for a Full-Time Millwright / Electrician.

We Offer A Min. Of $24-$26/hr. & Excellent Benefits.

Rotating shift work is required, including weekends.

Responsibilities/Qualifications: • Preventative and regular maintenance of food manufacturing equipment; • Modify existing equipment in order to improve performance; • Minimum 2 years electrician experience; • In-depth familiarity and proven track record working with mechanics, machine shop practises, welding (ARC, TIG, MIG) If interested, please e-mail resume: Maureen.garland @westonbakeries.com Or fax: 604-946-5793 THE LEMARE Group is accepting applications for experienced gradermen. Candidates will have a minimum of 5 years coastal logging road experience as well as public road works. Resumes to be submitted with covering letter via email at office@lemare.ca or via fax: 250956-4888. We thank all candidates in advance for their interest, but only those shortlisted will be contacted.

HOME STAY FAMILIES

HOME STAY FAMILIES NEEDED for short term and long term stay.

Email: mariastauntonhomestay families@gmail.com

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

• Food Service Supervisor $12.00/hr. + Benefits • Food Service Manager $17.76/hr. + Benefits Required F/T for Tim Hortons Surrey locations. Various Shifts Must be flexible for Nights / Overnights / Early Mornings / Weekends.

Fax Resume Attn. Surrey 604-278-6726 or e-mail: hurstcareers@gmail.com Operated by Western Bay FULL/PART TIME COOK TIONS AVAILABLE AT THE LEY IHOP! LOCATED @ LANGLEY BYPASS APPLY IN 604-530-1169

POSILANG19700 WITH-

Servers & Tandoori Cook

SALARY TO BE NEGOTIATED

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627 Gutters - Windows - Tile Roof cleaning - Pressure Cleaning.

Please Call Victor 604-589-0356

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

SHAWN’S LAWNS

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

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

1-800-573-2928

meadowslandscapesupply.com

BEAUTIFUL BATHROOM Plumbing + Drywall + Elect. + Tubs & Showers & Sinks + Toilets & Tile + Fan + Countertop + Painting = = BEAUTIFUL BATHROOM!!

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

604-251-3382 Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046

Carpentry Services Remove & replace concrete sidewalks, driveways, retaining walls, drainage.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES CONCRETE & PLACING

Member of BBB & WCB www.midascontruction.ca RICHGOLD Contr. Ltd. Bsmt suites, framing, drywall, paint, decking, flooring, crown moulding & all kinds of reno’s. Sam 604-992-8474.

D Crack Repair D Eliminate Tripping Hazards D For all your concrete repairs

Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic

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

Ross 604D535D0124

(Surrey Terminal)

Bonniecrete Const Ltd

Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. requires two (2) full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanics to work out of our Surrey Terminal located at 10155 Grace Road. One (1) position is an afternoon shift starting at 3:30PM and working until midnight and the other position (1) has an 11:30PM start working until 8:00AM.

.Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).

BEN’S RENO’S ~ 604-723-0703 New bsmt, drywall, texture, paint, kitchen, bath, hardwood, laminate, plumbing, tiles, windows & doors.

UNIQUE CONCRETE

DESIGN

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

Quality workmanship since 1968 Commercial - Residential

FREE ESTIMATES

KITCHENS - BATHRMS CROWN MOULDING SUITES, DECKS, REPAIRS - BUILDING MAINT. REFS. WORK GUARANTEED

AKAL CONCRETE. All types of reno’s. •Driveways •Sidewalks •Floors •Stairs •Forming •Retaining walls.

•Breaking & Removal Concrete

Call 778-881-0961

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Emerson’s Contracting 604-312-9209, 604-535-0566

DRYWALL

Seize this opportunity to work for one of Western Canada’s largest regional freight carriers.

For more information, call Derek, at 604-587-9818 or 604-968-7149 Interested candidates should attach an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889

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

604-762-4657/604-764-6416

Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

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

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

Low Cost. Same Day. Licensed.

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

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

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PERSONAL SERVICES

Kristy 604.488.9161

GARDENING

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

LANDSCAPING

MISC SERVICES

Meadows Landscape Supply

604-465-1311

320

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

Dale 604 - 785 - 5982

MOVING & STORAGE

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

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

BEST LAWN & GARDEN Service.

We don’t just maintain, we improve.

25 yrs exp. Call Mike 604-868-3554

~ PRO PAINTERS ~ INTERIOR / EXTERIOR Quality Work, Free Estimates Member of Better Business Bureau

WCB INSURED

Vincent 543-7776 NORTHSTARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com Master Painters at Students Rates.

We will BEAT any Qualified Quotes.

778.245.9069

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338

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

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

Reas. Rates, Fully insured. WCB.

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

IF YOU own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue.

1.800.587.2161.

SHINE LANDSCAPING

*Grass Cutting *Hedge Trimming *Yard Clean *Pruning *Pressure Wash

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

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

~ 604-597-3758 ~

PETS

Reno’s and Repairs

A Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber RENOS & REPAIRS Excellent price on Hot Water Tanks Furnace, Boilers, Plumbing Jobs & Drain Cleaning

✭ 604-312-7674 ✭

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005 BRO MARV PLUMBING Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com #1 IN RATES & SERVICE. Lic’d/Ins. Local Plumber. Drains, gas, renos etc. Bonded. Chad 1-877-861-2423

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Walt’s Yard Clean-Up & Grass Cutting.

Call 778-227-2431

PRESSURE WASHING

POWER WASHING since 1982.

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

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

477

PETS

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $625. 1-604-794-5844

551

GARAGE SALES

CLOVERDALE:

HUGE ANNUAL CLOVERDALE HILLTOP

GARAGE SALES Sat April 4th 9am-NOON

OVER 50 SEPARATE SALES! maps provided at corner of 60 Ave & 186 St and on our website www.Tony-Z.com ~~~ RAIN or SHINE ~~~

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

TONY Z - REMAX

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

ARBUTUS ROOFING & DRAINS (2006) Ltd We specialize in: F Shingle Roofing F Flat Roofing F Re-Roofing & Roof Repairs Residential / Strata

604 - 259 - 2482

Clean out your garage! www.bcclassified.com MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

604-537-4140

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

MOUNTAIN-MOVERS.ca (778)378-6683

MISC. FOR SALE

SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.

www.arbutusroofing.com

EXTRA CHEAP

REAL ESTATE 609

APARTMENT/CONDOS

BY OWNER. Low down. Owner assist financing. Deluxe 2 bdrm unit, 1026 sq.ft., secure bldg, insuite laundry, 96/121 St. Cedar Hill area.

Call Jim 604-786-7977.

MIRACLE MOVING

615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip.

Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men BIG OR SMALL MOVES Start $45/hr ~ All size trucks Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca

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

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

604 - 720 - 2009

Call 778-688-3724

~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

GIN GARDENER - Landscaping, Garden Care, Power Raking, Trimming & Paving Stones.

20 Yrs Exp. Reasonable Rates 604-781-1953 or 604-725-5561

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

Searching for your dream home or selling it?

This is the location. Listings include everything from acreage, farms/ranches to condos and waterfront homes. Visit bcclassified.com

TREE SERVICES

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

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

shinelandscaping@hotmail.com

.super soil

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PLUMBING ~ Certified Plumber ~

$45/Hr

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed?

Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

SUNDECKS

PAVING/SEAL COATING

ON CALL 24 HOURS/DAY

www.affordablemoversbc.com

ALL BEST LANDSCAPING All Lawn Care ~ Free Est.

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

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

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

WCB, Insured, Free Est’s!

Call Henry 778-288-4560

$59.00 Per Ton

CURB APPEAL

FINANCIAL SERVICES

604-575-5555 toll-free 1-866-575-5777

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

SBroken Concrete RocksS $25.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $25.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds

.portkells nurseries 604-882-1344

Are you trying to rent your residential or commercial property?

Contact our friendly & informative BCCLASSIFIED.COM Classified Representatives at...

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

✶Dump Site Now Open✶

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

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Running this ad for 10yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299

Call Ian 604-724-6373

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LAWN CUT Weekly, Bi & Tri -weekly Low $ Price. Good work .Free Est. Please call after 6pm or text: 778-686-2889

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

KITCHEN CABINETS

WOODPECKER STUMP Grinding & Removal 604-219-8143

FENCING

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

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

Specializing in Private Events!

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

Unique Taste, Unique Menus...

Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...

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ELECTRICAL

6 FOOT HIGH CEDAR FENCE. $13/foot. Low Prices. Quality Work.

Free Est. Harbans 604-805-0510.

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HOME REPAIRS

A1 BATH RENO’S. Bsmt suites, drywall, patios, plumbing, siding, fencing, roofing, landscaping, etc.

Joe 604-961-9937.

604 575 5555

269 175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

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TRAVEL with bcclassified.com

RUBBISH REMOVAL

www.paintspecial.com

Renovation Specialist

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

Applicants should have an inspectors ticket, a minimum of 2 years of related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. Experience in a freight fleet environment would be preferred as this is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers.

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604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

MIDAS CONSTRUCTION INC

242

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

2 coats any colour

(604)465-1311

Call: (604)418-6447

for the kid in you in the Classifieds!

Interested candidates should send an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

CONCRETE FORMING, FRAMING & SIDING 604.218.3064

Concrete Lifting

bikes or video games you

Related experience rating within the transportation/freight industry and an excellent command of the English language, both verbal and written, is required. Applicants must be self-motivated, good at problem solving, detailed oriented and proficient in Microsoft word and excel. Above average key board skills, excellent telephone manner and a strong customer service attitude are essential. Individuals with AS400 experience will be given preference.

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

Pruning, Hedge Triming, Bed Clean Up, Installation of Flower Beds, Allen Blocks, Pavers, Lawn Treatments, Cutting & Edging.

TRADES, TECHNICAL

crave, you'll find something

We have an opening for a Rates & Audit Clerk in our Pricing department. This position will conduct rate audits of existing billings and prepare online and telephone rates/quotes from customers. It will also provide minor customer service overflow support when required. In addition, this position will relieve the afternoon shift for five (5) to six (6) weeks a year as well as covering any sick leave.

Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd.

Bonniecrete Const.

on 64th Ave in Surrey

RATES & AUDIT CLERK

7 Days / Week

SALES REPRESENTATIVES

160

GARDENING Prompt Delivery Available

SALES

Come join our growing team. B2B outside sales in Metro Van area.

Good people skills and proven sales success an asset. Must know MS Office to complete & present proposals. Opportunity for advancement to Sales Manager. Full-time, Mon-Fri 9-5.

Base Salary plus commissions.

Email resume to: 1prosalesteam@gmail.com

Fax resume: 604-575-0354 Ph: 604-575-0304 or 604-355-4646

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS

281

Please contact Diane Moses dmoses@overlandwest.ca

required for

Whether

FINANCIAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts.

We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

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

Overland West is currently seeking a full-time, day-shift Customer Service Rep. Quick data entry skills and ability to handle a busy call center required. Will train the right candidate for this position.

Mirage Banquet Hall

it's comic books, dirt

182

Customer Service Representative

Millwright/Electrician

132

PERSONAL SERVICES

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

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Ask about our

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$

ROOM SPECIAL

CALL TODAY! 604-803-5041 www.benchmarkpainting.ca

Tuesday March 31 2015 The Surrey-North Delta Leader 19 REAL ESTATE 625

FOR SALE BY OWNER

RENTALS 733 MOBILE HOMES & PADS NEWTON MOBILE HOME PARK. 2 Large RV Pads available for mobile home. Call 604-597-4787.

736

HOMES FOR RENT

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

ALDERGROVE 5487sf lot, 3215- 266 A St. Bright sunny 3 Bdrm bsmt entry home. $399,000 778-878-1586

627

736

739

MOTELS, HOTELS

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

SUITES, LOWER

NEWTON 3 bdrm, hrdwd flrs, sep kitch, $1100/mo incl utils, cable & lndry. 604-596-0560/604-537-5403 SULLIVAN HEIGHTS, 60/146 Ave. 2 Bdrm ste. $525/mo incl utils. Avail April 1. N/S, N/P. 604-572-3851. .Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244.

SOUTH SURREY EXECUTIVE

Pad available for new SRI single wide and addition, from $82,888.

55+ park, 1 sm pet. Pad rent $575/mo. Chuck 604-830-1960

Fully Furnished & Equipped

RENTALS

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. ~ NOW or April 15

Call Mon-Fri btwn 9am-noon.

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

N.DELTA fully furnished 2 bdrm g/l ste, avail Apr 1. $1000 incl utils ldry cble NS/NP 604-791-1578

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

S. Surrey

845 The Scrapper

FLEETWOOD 160/96 2 bdrm very clean suite, NS/NP $700/mo. Avail now. 604-584-9825; 604-644-5541

SURREY: Lot for sale by owner.

9100 sf lot. 70 x 130. Ready to build new home. 12344 - 96 Ave. Surrey.

Asking $390,000obo. 778-881-4717

55 +, 1 bedroom suites.

No pets, No Smoking

TRANSPORTATION

ENVER CREEK -14626 - 80A Ave. 1 Bdrm, full bath, patio $650 incl utils. NS/NP. Must be clean quiet, respectable. 778-229-6180

LOTS

Affordable Housing for Seniors

TOWNHOUSES

SURREY CENTRE Subsidized housing for families.

Must have children. We are now accepting applications for 2 & 3 bdrm Townhouses. Request application by fax: 604-581-1199 or send S.A.S.E to: #100-11030 Ravine Rd, Surrey, BC V3T 5S2

CHIMNEY HTS. New 2 bdr grnd lvl.

Priv ent. Alarm & A/C. ns/np $750.

Apr1. 604-831-4303, 778-384-9916

• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

APARTMENT/CONDO

752

BEAR CREEK Quiet lrg 1 bd + den. $625 incl hydro & cable. No lndry Suit 1, ns/np. Apr 1. 604-572-4001

WE BUY HOMES BC

706

RENTALS

HOMES FOR RENT

SURREY Queen Mary Blvd, Reno’d lrg 2 storey, 4 bdrm, ensuite + 2 baths, lrg rec room, sundeck & carport. N/P. $1700. 604-597-2044.

750

HOMES WANTED

630

RENTALS

Short Term or Long term!

Hotel Living

MARINE 912

BOATS

SURREY; 2 Bdrm suite, rad heat.

1 Blk to bus. Avail now. $700 incl TV/Net. N/P, N/S. (604)767-5411 Surrey, Birdland 3 & 4 bdrm bsmt suite, 2½ washrms. $1000mo. & $1200mo Avail now 604-584-1826 SURREY Enver Creek. 2 Bdr suite avail now, ns/np, $725 incl utils/cbl.

778-928-4745 or 778-960-6067.

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SUITES, UPPER

N.DELTA: 3bdrm good cond. 1.5 bths, NS/NP $1250 + sh utils. Cls to schls, shops, bus. (604)999-3493

604.488.9161

Cedar Lodge and Court Apts

SURREY: 5 bdrm home on 5 acres. $2500/mo.

Avail. now.

Call (604)789-6968 or 604-961-0427

SURREY Bear Creek 88/140. 3 Bdr main flr, spac. Nr park, bus, schl, amen. May 1. $1150 + util inc. lndry.604-584-5287 /778-999-0876.

.wwwone4yacht.com 604-669-2248

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

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

Kolumbia Garden 17719 58A Ave.

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

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

604-961-3432, 778-708-6336 CLOVERDALE large 2 bdrm apartment, $970/m incl heat & hot water N/P. 604-576-1465, 604-612-1960 Linwood Place Apts: 604-530-6555 1 & 2 bdrm apts, $650-$900/mo.

Ask about our Move-In BONUS.

SUNCREEK ESTATES

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

Surrey

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

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

Max occ. 2 people. Sorry no pets.

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

Surrey Village 9835 King George Blvd.

Renovated Suites Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrms.

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

Rents start at $799.

(604) 343-4233 www.realstar.ca

by James Barrick

SURREY 162/80 mature tenant for 2 Bdrm + den, 2 bath bsmt ste.

Laundry, D/W. NS/NP. $1100 neg.

Text or call Dennis 604-828-1661

604-538-8308

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

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Crossword

This week’s theme:

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Answers to Previous Crossword

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