Surrey North Delta Leader, December 11, 2015

Friday December 11 2015

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▲ Surrey teams on provincial podium 23

▲ A published author – at age 76 26

BRIGHT LIGHTS IN THE NIGHT

Karen and Walter Wagner outside their home at 19056 63B Ave. in Cloverdale. The Wagners flicked the switch on their annual holiday light display last Friday and are now collecting donations for the Canadian Cancer Society. For a list of other local homes that are decorated for Christmas, see page 13. EVAN SEAL

IN COURT: MAN ACCUSED OF KILLING TEEN ▶ RAYMOND CAISSIE IS CHARGED WITH SECOND-DEGREE MURDER IN DEATH OF SERENA VERMEERSCH

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Serena Vermeersch

The Crown’s case against the man accused of killing Surrey teen Serena Vermeersch last year was laid out in court this week.

A preliminary hearing into charges against Raymond Caissie opened Wednesday morning in Surrey Provin-

cial Court. The actual trial will come later, if a judge determines there is sufficient evidence to proceed.

Evidence from preliminary inquiries is subject to a publication ban and cannot be published.

Caissie is charged with second-degree murder in Vermeersch’s death on

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▼ HOOO’S BEEN A GOOD BIRD? Orphaned Wildlife (OWL) Rehabilitation Society volunteer Joanne Armstrong holds education bird Snoopy, a northern saw-whet owl, at the society’s O.W.L. I Want for Christmas fundraiser on Dec. 5.

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Church groups step up to help as Syrian refugees start to arrive ▶ CLOVERDALE CHURCH COMMITTED TO HELP NEWCOMERS ADJUST

▼ 75 FAMILIES COULD SETTLE IN FRASER VALLEY, SAYS MENNONITE SPONSORS

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Cloverdale could soon be home to a refugee family, thanks to a group that’s spearheading Pacific Community Church’s efforts to resettle one family as refugee sponsors.

Teunis Schouten is part of a core group of members who are committed to helping the newcomers adjust to their surroundings in Canada – from helping them find somewhere to live, to pointing them towards immigrant services, to assisting with job searches.

“There are so many people on the run from their governments, or where they’re being tortured or persecuted or fearing for their lives,” Schouten said. “Why wouldn’t we open up our doors and try to make a difference for at least one family?” continued on page 4

An emotional first encounter between a newly arrived Syrian refugee family and their local Mennonite church sponsors Monday night is expected to be replicated for weeks and months to come at YVR and other B.C. airports.

A handful of new Syrian refugees have arrived in B.C. in recent days and around 30 more are expected by ▶ “This welcoming of the end of this week, according to Chris Friesen hugs and presents – of the Immigrant Serthat’s what the power vices Society of B.C. Monday’s arrivals at of families connecting Vancouver International with families can do.”

Airport – a Syrian couGERD BARTEL ple and their 18-monthold son destined for an apartment in Richmond

– were met with hugs, gifts and “Welcome to Canada” signs in English and Arabic.

The father, Samer Alragheb, speaking through a translator, said it was his dream to come to Canada and have his son take his first steps here.

Gerd Bartel, a Delta resident who is part of a local church sponsor group and also heads donor relations for the Mennonite Central Committee in Abbotsford, predicts similar scenes will unfold across B.C. and fuel the already intense appetite of B.C. residents to sponsor refugees.

“Three young moms from our church were all there and they brought all the other little children. They had threeyear-olds giving presents to the new little one-year-old,” he recounted.

“This welcoming of hugs and presents – that’s what the power of families connecting with families can do.”

Bartel said the Fraser Valley is proving particularly fertile ground, with new groups of prospective sponsors – some church-based, some not – emerging daily to seek Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) organizational help. continued on page 4

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▶ 25,000 SYRIAN REFUGEES SLATED TO SETTLE NATIONWIDE CLOVERDALE from page 3

As sponsors, the group will need to have at least $40,000 – enough money to support a family of four for one year in Surrey, with a year-long objective of seeing them through to becoming financially independent.

Pacific is part of the Christian and Missionary Alliance of Canada, which has been actively encouraging member churches to become involved with refugee sponsorships. The CMAC is a Sponsorship Agreement Holder with Citizen and Immigration Canada, meaning Pacific is able to sponsor a family from a list of pre-screened refugees who qualify to come to Canada.

Privately sponsored refugees will form a large portion of the 25,000 Syrians the federal government has planned to resettle by February 2016.

Priority one is appealing to the wider Cloverdale community for available housing in the immediate area for two to six weeks, along with financial donations, ideally by Dec. 15 so the next step in the process can get underway as soon as possible.

“We’re hoping to have those funds ready before Christmas,” Schouten said.

The group doesn’t expect to raise all $40,000 needed but would prefer to be at least part way to that goal.

“Once we have a threshold of funds, we will be confident that we can do this,” he said. “Forty-thousand dollars is already tight in Surrey for a family of four.”

Like so many people around the world, Schouten was heartsick at images of the mounting Syrian refugee crisis in Europe, particularly that of the lifeless body of toddler Alan Kurdi, who drowned along with his brother and mother on a perilous journey on a small open boat to Greece in September.

“I felt helpless,” said Schouten, an immigrant who made his own journey to Canada in 1994 from The Netherlands at the age of 23, and who realized he wasn’t able to sit idly by without trying to do something to help.

As a family, the Schoutens have decided to forgo expensive Christmas presents, and instead focus on helping refugees.

When told there would

be “no $200 Lego set” under the Christmas tree this year, his boys, aged eight and 10, said “no problem.” They didn’t need to be persuaded to spend that money on someone else who really needs it, Schouten said.

“We have essentially everything we need in this part of the world. Why not make it a ‘heart gift’?” he explained. “Something that goes from one human heart to another human heart?”

It’s also not known if the family will be from Syria or from another country. Schouten said various estimates put the number of refugees worldwide at nearly 20 million – with 25 per cent of those being victims displaced by the Syrian crisis.

The group is inviting the wider community to help out and be part of a local response to a global issue.

“I’d love to see other churches, and other faith communities start rallying, or perhaps do their own thing,” he added.

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MCC from page 3

and says Canada is much better organized this time.

Syrian families arriving now land with He estimates at least 75 Syrian refuArabic interpreters standing by at the gee families are likely to be sponsored airport, and usually Arabic-speaking in the Valley over the next year, many doctors already arranged for them. of them settling in Abbotsford-Mission Health coverage is provided by B.C. or Chilliwack. immediately without a wait period.

“Just about every night someone’s Bartel noted the Canadian response heading to another group to is in stark contrast to talk and help them set up,” that of the U.S., where his he said.

Mennonite counterparts Rent is much more affordare gloomy about their able in the Fraser Valley dim prospects to welcome than Vancouver and BarSyrians. tel is confident a strong “It’s kind of sad when community network will be you’ve got the largest econin place, along with approomy and strongest country priate worship space for in the world and refugees Muslims even in communiaren’t coming.” ties without mosques.

Friesen said large numSponsor groups typically bers of Syrians arriving in arrange housing, furniture Canada by the plane load and other needs as well as a could begin by January. significant amount of cash Incoming refugees land ▶ “Quite a – typically $25,000-plus – to initially in Montreal or cover rent and groceries for few of the Toronto and may spend a a year. night or two at a military housing leads Donations are in some base before flying to B.C. cases funnelled to some are in North About 200 additional govsponsor groups from other ernment-assisted refugees Delta, which people who want to help are to come to B.C. by the financially but can’t form end of the year, in addiis a nontheir own group. tiuon to the ones that are MCC has acted as intermetraditional privately sponsored. diary for numerous sponsor Friesen said the Immidestination.” groups with the federal grant Services Society of CHRIS FRIESEN government.

B.C. has had 460 offers of “A large part of them arrooms in private homes to en’t part of the Mennonite house refugees. community,” Bartel added.

“Quite a few of the hous“We’re just facilitating for anybody.” ing leads are in North Delta, which is a He once helped resettle six families non-traditional destination.” of Vietnamese boat people 35 years ago

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THIS WEEK’S QUESTION: Are visiting homes decorated for the holidays part of your family’s Christmas tradition?

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Bennett helped shape Surrey Bill Bennett’s time as premier of B.C. ended almost 30 years ago, in the summer of 1986. The era in which he governed is a distant memory to some. For others, it was long before their time.

Bennett died last week at the age of 83. He had been mostly out of the public eye since leaving the premier’s office. However, his 10-and-a-half years as premier led to B.C. entering the modern era that we are part of today. They turned B.C. into much more than a resource-based economy and the province’s political apparatus also changed dramatically.

These changes had a significant effect on Surrey, Delta and White Rock. Decisions made by his government still have a direct effect.

The biggest single change came as a result of two related decisions – the decision to host a world’s fair called Expo ’86 on former rail yard land in downtown Vancouver, and the decision to build a rapid transit line called SkyTrain.

Expo was controversial. A number of politicians and community leaders said it would be a waste of funds and expressed doubt that many people would bother to come. However, the decision to build a rapid transit line in conjunction with it changed many people’s minds.

Expo was a tremendous success from the time it was opened by Prince Charles and Princess Diana.

It attracted visitors from all over the world and almost immediately

led to significant boosts in investment, housing starts and property values. It truly put B.C. on the world map.

Around the same time as the SkyTrain decision was made, the province also decided to build the Alex Fraser Bridge. It significantly changed traffic, growth and development patterns, particularly in North Delta and North Surrey.

The original SkyTrain Expo line and the bridge opened in 1986, the year Bennett stepped aside. His successor, former Surrey MLA Bill Vander Zalm, and local MLAs Rita Johnston and Bill Reid, ensured SkyTrain was extended to Surrey, as had been originally promised.

It arrived at Scott Road station in 1990 and came to Whalley in 1994.

For the first time, Surrey had a decent transit system. Prior to the opening of SkyTrain, the few local residents who used the transit system mainly used a number of express buses into Vancouver from Guildford, Whalley, North Delta and South Surrey-White Rock.

The Bennett government did a great deal more. The shift to get rid of locally elected hospital boards (and centralize the health system) had its start when the province replaced the elected Surrey Memorial Hospital board with a provincial administrator, after a standoff on abortion services.

Delta Hospital first opened in

Today’s political leaders would do well to take lessons from the ambition and responsible foresight of the late Bill Bennett.

With only a little political effort, the positive derivative benefits to Greater Vancouver, and to B.C. and Canada generally, resulting from the province hosting Expo ’86 and the building of Skytrain rapid transit lines could be replicated in Surrey.

The industrial park wasteland where Surrey borders the Fraser River and New Westminster would be ideal as a world exposition site.

Afterwards, this area could be re-developed with mixed-use highrises and parkland, emulating Vancouver’s downtown business district and Coal Harbour, thereby reducing the region’s housing shortage and attracting corporate head office clients, along with hi-technology design, research and development firms.

Bennett would never have accepted the cheap-as-possible, at-roadway-level rapid transit system that is currently proposed for Surrey – effectively buses travelling on rails run along already busy roadways. Bennett would demand a rapid transit system for Surrey that would be perceived internationally as a world beater – and certainly no worse than the 30-year-old, but still excel-

QUITE FRANKLY ▼ Frank Bucholtz

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Former premier’s foresight needed today ▼ SURREY SHOULD HOST AN INTERNATIONAL EXPOSITION

his time as premier, in 1977. This offered convenient acute health care to South Delta residents, who previously had to travel to Richmond or Whalley.

The Bennett government also reaffirmed the Agricultural Land Reserve, which had been brought in by the previous NDP government of Dave Barrett. There had been a furor over the ALR in the Barrett years, but the decision to keep it in place ensured the best farm land in Surrey and Delta remained in cultivation.

Social Credit was a true coalition under one party banner in Bennett’s era, and this area elected mostly Socred MLAs. Vander Zalm, who had been mayor of Surrey, was a notable recruit when the party rebuilt to challenge the incumbent NDP government in the 1975 election. He held a number of important cabinet portfolios until 1983.

In the hard-fought 1983 election, Surrey proved a crucial battleground and the party used many sophisticated techniques to identify and get its vote out.

Johnston and Reid were elected in the two-member Surrey riding, and Bennett won his third term in office.

His legacy to this province and this region is considerable.

lent, above-the-roadway Skytrain.

The first step would be for the B.C. government to work with the new federal government to reinstate Canada as a member of the Bureau of International Expositions – the body that awards international expos to countries – by paying the $25,000 annual fee the previous Conservative government reneged on, starting in 2012. Following this, on behalf of the City of Surrey, B.C. should submit a bid for a future exposition.

Ridiculous? Impossible? Insurmountable? Maybe that’s what some would have thought in the 1980s.

Bill Bennett clearly didn’t, and we are all beneficiaries as a result.

Roderick V. Louis, White Rock

▼ HOLIDAY MESSAGE TO MEN We are heading into a time of year that often causes old hurts to surface. It is very common for men to choose to isolate and not ask for help.

I am asking them to consider reaching out to local organizations such as churches, mental health centres, etc. for their support.

This is also a time of year where holiday cheer is shared. I invite them to consider the impacts of excessive alcohol and food on their health and well-being.

I also invite them to connect with family and friends and to enjoy the special moments near a warm fire – sharing stories, etc.

Please remember that how you treat yourself is how you treat others. So be gentle and look for the simple joyful moments. Take care of yourself.

Grant M. Waldman West Coast Men’s Support Society

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RCMP seek hit-and-run suspect KEVIN DIAKIW

A man who died after being found on a road in Bridgeview was the victim of a hit-and-run.

Police say a 26-year-old man found badly injured in the middle of the road in the 12600-block of King George Boulevard last Friday was hit by a motorist who took off after the collision.

The Surrey man was found with serious injuries at 11:55 p.m. on Dec. 4 and was tended to by paramedics who tried to revive him.

He was taken to hospital, where he died.

Initial reports were the man may have fallen off an overpass, but there were no witnesses.

Police now believe the man was hit by a red Honda Prelude, model year 1997 to 2001.

Investigators found a bumper torn from the vehicle, possibly after impact, leading police to believe it was the cause of the man’s injuries.

“If you have seen a red 1997 to 2001 Honda Prelude missing a piece

of its front bumper, our investigators want to hear from you,” said Surrey RCMP Cpl. Scotty Schumann. “Any little bit of information could help officers advance this investigation and find the person responsible.”

Surrey RCMP reminds pedestrians and drivers to be mindful of the reduced visibility at this time of year. Drivers need to slow down and pedestrians need to wear bright clothing to reduce the likelihood of a collision.

Anyone with more information about this collision is asked to contact the Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or solvecrime.ca

Two shootings in 15 hours Surrey RCMP are investigating a second shooting in Newton in less than a day.

Surrey RCMP were called to a Newton

▼ CAISSIE HEARING from page 1

Caissie sat in the prisoner’s box during Wednesday’s hearing, wearing red prison-issue clothing, his head shaved, with tattoos visible on his arms and neck and one of a teardrop under his right eye. He often leaned his head against the wall behind him and at some points, appeared to close his eyes.

Caissie’s arrest last year sparked particular outrage as he had been released from prison in 2013 after serving a 22-year sentence for a violent sexual assault and robbery in Abbotsford in 1991. At the time of his release, the B.C. Corrections Branch issued a warning to the public that he planned to live in Surrey and was considered at high risk to re-offend.

Prior to the 1991 conviction, which involved the rape of a 21-year-old student at knifepoint, Caissie had convictions of sexual assault, committing in indecent act and assault as a youth. Parole Board of Canada documents indicate that since the age of 15, he has spent only a couple of years out of jail and often voluntarily moved from medium-security institutions to maximum as he was more comfortable there.

During parole reviews, Caissie agreed he wasn’t equipped to Iive outside prison and had no community support or employment skills.

Between 2006 and 2013, the parole board repeatedly denied releasing him before his sentence was finished, at which time his release was mandatory The preliminary hearing on Caissie’s Surrey murder charge was scheduled to continue through Friday.

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home at about 2:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 8 after reports of shots fired at a house near 132 Street and 78 Avenue.

When police arrived, they found bullet holes in windows, broken glass and a number of shell casings.

It was the second shooting in 15 hours in Newton, both drive-by shootings of homes in the area.

On Monday, Dec. 7, at about 11:40 a.m., police responded to calls of a home shot

at in the 12700-block 67B Avenue. There were two adults and two children home at the time.

As a result of that shooting, four schools were locked down for a short time.

No one was hurt in either shooting. Police have no suspects and could not say whether the two shootings are related.

Anyone with further information who has not already spoken to police is asked to contact Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502.

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▶ GRANDFATHER’S MEMORABILIA WAS IN A GREEN BOX TAKEN FROM NORTH SURREY HOME KEVIN DIAKIW

They never met him, but they had important memorabilia – such as a trench war diary, service medals and wartime paperwork – that was all stolen last week from a North Surrey home.

At 18 years old, Alfred Hillman joined the British Regular Army in 1908 and served every minute of the First World War from 1914 to 1918 as one of the Lancashire Fusiliers, an elite line infantry regiment.

Even though they never met, Hillman’s granddaughter and grandson were able to cull information about him from some of the things he saved.

They were all kept in a round green hat box.

A few medals were in a case indicating Hillman’s time of service. Also in that case is a small piece of shrapnel that was taken out of his knee.

One of the true gems in the hat box was a trench warfare diary, where Hillman wrote what happened in battle on a frequent basis.

Police want public’s help in solving fatal shooting ▶ SURINDERPAL HERAR WAS GUNNED DOWN NOV. 21 KEVIN DIAKIW

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Whoever broke in was hungry, as they also helped themselves to food in the fridge.

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December 12, 19 Ages 3 – 5: 9:30am -10:30am / Ages 6 – 12: 11am -12noon Surrey Nature Centre | 14225 Green Timbers Way Join our program leader for outdoor nature arts and exploration, storytelling, games and, best of all, child-led free play. Parent participation required.

Rain or shine. $3 per first child, $1.50 per additional child. Info: 604-502-6065.

Christmas Open House December 12, 12noon - 4pm Historic Stewart Farm | 13723 Crescent Road Come enjoy pioneer style décor and holiday baking from our woodstove, as you sing along to classic carols and fashion old-time Christmas crafts. All ages.

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Winter Ice Palace December 18 – January 3 (times vary) Cloverdale Arena | 6090 176 Street Join us for the 18th Annual Winter Ice Palace at Cloverdale Arena, featuring a winter wonderland complete with an old fashioned pond. This is an event the whole family can enjoy! Come out Christmas Day and New Year’s Day too! Info: www.surrey.ca/events.

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Purchase a 1-year City of Surrey Recreation Pass offering unlimited access to our weight rooms, drop-in gyms and fitness classes, and we’ll throw in unlimited public swimming and skating! Buy between Dec 1 and Jan 31 and receive a free month, a cardholder, plus be entered to win a Fitbit! Info: www.surrey.ca/recreation.

Guildford Aquatic Facility Notice The aquatic facility at Guildford Recreation Centre is closed November 14 – December 14 for scheduled warrantee maintenance and will re-open December 15.

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Holiday Closures City Hall will close at 4:30pm on December 24 and re-open at 8:30am on January 4. For recreation facility holiday operating hours, please visit the recreation facilities page at www.surrey.ca. To report an after-hours Public Works emergency, please call 604-591-4152.

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A single mom has been living on the street for some time and her child is missing school more frequently.

Just a week ago, the woman’s ex-husband beat her.

Her situation, and that of her family, is deemed extremely high risk.

Enter the Surrey Mobilization and Resiliency Table (SMART), a collection of several social agencies working together to devise the best plan for the woman.

SMART has been at work in Whalley for about three weeks but was just officially unveiled on Monday at city hall.

The table of experts involves the city, the province, Fraser Health, RCMP, Surrey School District, social service providers such as the Lookout Society, Solutions to Homelessness and the private sector.

The above scenario,

described by Lookout Society Deputy Executive Director Jodi Sturge, is the kind of situation where SMART would initiate action.

Several concerns would be quickly addressed, including finding the mother and child a stable housing environment and ensuring the ex-partner doesn’t attempt further violence.

Once the group has decided the case is a priority, an intervention is executed within 24 to 48 hours.

SMART is based on a program called “Hub” in Prince Albert, Sas-

katchewan – a model that has been initiated in other communities in Canada and the U.S. as well.

It has been instrumental in addressing high-risk factors found in child protection cases, violent crimes and emergency room admissions.

SMART is the first Hub-like model to launch in B.C. Surrey Mayor Linda Hepner called SMART a “game changer” for people in Surrey dealing with complex social issues.

SMART will focus on those at-risk in Whalley during the initial phase of the project.

Boost for addiction research ▶ PARTNERSHIP COMMITS MORE THAN $1M TO CREATING MENTAL HEALTH CENTRE FOR YOUTH KEVIN DIAKIW

A new Surrey partnership has committed more than $1 million to research better care for youth struggling with addictions and those coping with mental illness.

The John Volken Academy (JVA), SFU, the City of Surrey and the Surrey Fire Fighters’ Charitable Society have contributed $1.25 million for the

creation of the SFU Chair in Technology Innovations for Youth Addiction Recovery and Mental Health.

JVA and the city are each committing $500,000 to the project, while the Surrey Fire Fighters Charitable Society is granting $250,000.

SFU is providing funding for support staff, travel costs and expenses related to the new centre, which will be located in the JVA near 68 Avenue and King George Boulevard.

The JVA is a long-term residential drug and alcohol treatment centre for young men and women aged 19 to 34.

The new centre will lead re-

search, be part of a larger youth mental health initiative with the city, and teach biomedical engineering and health technology at SFU – with a focus on substance abuse and mental illness.

It’s all part of of Innovation Boulevard, a collection of health, higher education and entrepreneurial technology businesses in the area.

“What strikes you right away is how innovative The John Volken Academy is in helping young people affected by addiction. Partnering with leading-edge science makes perfect sense,” said Dr. Ryan D’Arcy, founding chair of Innovation Boulevard.

DEVELOPMENT OF A PEST MANAGEMENT PLAN NUISANCE MOSQUITO CONTROL The purpose of this Pest Management Plan (PMP) No. 700-0004-2016/2021 is to reduce overall mosquito annoyance within the CorporaƟon of Delta by controlling larval development using an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach to control. The PMP focuses on larval mosquito control iniƟaƟves and uses public educaƟon, physical site modiĮcaƟon and biological controls to reduce larval mosquito populaƟons and conserve, or enhance, natural mosquito predators wherever possible and includes the use of non-persistent, bacterial larvicides.

The proposed duraƟon of the PMP is from 15 April 2016 to 14 April 2021. Larvicide products proposed for use include Vectobac 200G, which contains the natural-occurring soil bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis var. israelensis, (PCP #18158) and VectoLex CG (PCP # 28008) and VectoLex WSP (PCP # 28009) made with the related bacterium Bacillus sphaericus. These products provide species-speciĮc control of mosquito larvae and are non-toxic to other organisms including insects, Įsh, birds, wildlife, man and domesƟc animals.

Mosquito larvae require stagnant or non-Ňowing waters, temporary or permanent, to develop. Development habitats include salt marshes and freshwater marshes, ponds, ditches and catch basins and other open water habitats which may produce larval mosquitos. When physical alteraƟons (draining, Įlling) are neither pracƟcal or desirable, developing larvae will be treated using VectoBac 200G or VectoLex larvicides. Total area for larvicide treatment is not to exceed 125 hectares of public lands in each year of the PMP. ApplicaƟons of Vectobac and VectoLex will be made using ground-based, hand-broadcast or motorized backpack spreader methods. All applicaƟons will be conducted within the CorporaƟon of Delta.

This Pest Management Plan is being prepared for the CorporaƟon of Delta by D.G. Regan and Associates Ltd., an environmental services Įrm with extensive experience in pest management plan development and local mosquito control operaƟons. InformaƟon on proposed treatment areas, annual mosquito control program operaƟons and this PMP are available for viewing by the public on Delta’s website at www.delta.ca or by email cae@delta.ca or telephone at 604-946-3253 or by request to the Oĸce of Climate AcƟon and Environment, The CorporaƟon of Delta, 4500 Clarence Taylor Crescent, Delta BC V4K 3E2. For VectoBac or Vectolex product informaƟon please see the manufacturer’s website www.valentbiosciences.com

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Surrey truck park foes meet ▶ VARIOUS CONCERNS VOICED OVER PROPOSED FACILITY NEAR LITTLE CAMPBELL RIVER MELISSA SMALLEY

Opposition to a proposed truck parking facility on the Surrey/

Langley border is about more than the environment, according to a panel of speakers at a community meeting last weekend.

The event, which saw more than 150 people pack the Semiahmoo Fish and Game Club, was hosted by Friends of Hazelmere/Campbell Valley, a group that formed in September and has spoken out

against the proposal.

At issue is an application to build a 77-acre commercial truck park at 16 Avenue and 194 Street, proposed by Surrey Coun. Tom Gill, who has cited the need for such a facility, noting 1,300 big rigs are parked illegally throughout the city.

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While many in opposition to the proposal have expressed environmental concerns for the Little Campbell River, which runs adjacent to the property, David Anderson, director of the A Rocha Brooksdale Environmental Centre, said Sunday that concerns are shared by a “diverse cross-section” of stakeholders.

“There are a lot of issues at play with this development,” Anderson told the crowd. “This is not a truckers-versus-environmentalists issue; that’s a caricature, and a grossly simple one.”

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He also noted an interview with Transportation Minister Todd Stone a few weeks prior to the plan’s release in which he said he was prepared to deliver two truck parking facilities in Surrey.

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David Klassen, a retired commercial transport worker and former transportation committee chair for Unifor Local 114, also pointed the finger at the provincial and federal governments, who he said should be providing adequate places for truckers to rest and service their vehicles.

Klassen explained how extensive deregulation in the industry and subsequent “downloading of costs” has resulted in “razor-thin profit margins and unsustainable deficits”

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“The way the provincial and federal governments have treated trucking companies and commercial transport workers by not providing good – let’s call them what they are – rest stops and service facilities, is an absolute disgrace,” Klassen, a longtime Surrey resident, said.

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Mitchell outlined the history of 16 Avenue and the frequency of serious accidents along the designated truck route, including an Oct. 28 crash between two dump trucks and

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Surrey Urban Farmers’ Market, carried on the topic of food security, pointing to the province’s strategic agriculture plan, which calls for an additional 91,000 hectares of designated farmland, and noting the Hazelmere Valley as an “excellent” place for growing food.

“We have great policy, but we don’t have great action,” Rice said, referencing the City of Surrey’s Official Community Plan, sustainability charter and agriculture enhancement and protection strategy.

On the topic of environmental impact – specifically the health of the Little Campbell River – Jim Armstrong, former Metro Vancouver environmental planner, did not mince his words.

“You alter 77 acres of truck park, that stream is dead,” Armstrong said, noting he has 20 years of research on the river under his belt.

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a minivan that he said resulted in a diesel spill into the Little Campbell River.

Noting the B.C. Chamber of Commerce is lobbying to have the road designated as a provincial highway, Mitchell said he suspects the truck-park proposal is “the beginning of the industrialization of 16 Avenue.”

Speaking on behalf of Semiahmoo First Nation, councillor Joanne Charles said the band has “a lot of concerns” about the proposal, notably the band’s reliance on fish from the “sacred water” as a food source.

“The City of Surrey and the proponent should be talking to us, government to government,” Charles said. “Unfortunately, that has not happened.

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This being said, road safety concerns cry out for immediate focus on the big gaping hole in regulatory control, namely, what level of blood THC concentration—the psychoactive component in marijuana—renders a driver legally impaired. According to the (US) National Institute on Drug Abuse we know: (1) Marijuana is the illicit drug most frequently found in drivers involved in crashes, including fatal ones.

(2) The risk of being involved in a crash roughly doubles after marijuana use.

(3) Crash-involved drivers with THC in their blood, particularly higher levels, are three to seven times more likely to be responsible for the crash than drivers who have not used drugs or alcohol.

(4) The risk associated with marijuana combined with alcohol appears to be greater than that for either by itself.

(5) Marijuana significantly impairs judgment, motor coordination, and reaction time, and studies have found a direct relationship between blood THC concentration and impaired driving ability.

Hound Labs, an Oakland, California company working with scientists from UC Berkeley, Vancouver-based Cannabix Technologies Inc., Colorado-based Lifeloc Technologies Inc., and a chemistry professor–PhD student duo at Washington State University are working at developing ‘an instant roadside marijuana breathalyzer’. But what will be the national measure of amount linked to impairment?

Despite this ‘unknown’, however, where marijuana has been legalized, certainty about driving impairment effect has prompted the states of Washington and Montana to set—at this point—an arbitrary limit of five nanograms of THC per millilitre of blood (ng/ mL) and Pennsylvania a one ng/mL limit.

Write this down: Marijuana use is going to cause motor vehicle accidents the way alcohol used to cause motor vehicle accidents.

n Canada we are hearing about pending legislation to legalize, for recreational use, the drug marijuana. In the US, while marijuana remains prohibited under federal law, 23 states have eased access for medical use and four states plus Washington, DC. now allow recreational use.

Canadians recently elected a federal government committed in campaign promises, a mandate letter to the new Minister of Justice, and its first speech from the throne to creating “a federal-provincial-territorial process that will lead to the legalization and regulation of marijuana.”

The director of an organization called the Canadian Drug Policy Coalition apparently with some connection to Simon Fraser University’s Centre for Applied Research in Mental Health and Addictions reportedly called this move to legalization “long overdue”. The assumption relied upon for this point of view is that the use of this drug is epidemic and legalization will create an opportunity for healthful regulations not available or effective when use of the substance is fully illegal. This suggestion attempts to invoke science but is really just a matter of opinion.

Proponents of legalization of the drug cite two positive expectations. The first is more and better research about the effect of marijuana use on physical and mental health, human cognitive development, motivation, and productivity.

We should also come to better understand its medicinal properties, if any.

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A homelike place to heal ▶ HOSPITAL FOUNDATION RAISING FUNDS FOR CAPSU SHEILA REYNOLDS

Since last spring, the Surrey Hospital and Outpatient Centre Foundation has been raising funds to elevate the youth psychiatric unit beyond the basics.

“Really, it’s about creating a home-like, stable environment,” said Jane Adams, president and CEO of the foundation.

While Fraser Health and government have committed to covering the cost of the $6.7-million facility, the hospital foundation is in the midst of raising $2 million for furniture and other components appropriate to the type of specialized care provided at the Child Adolescent Psychiatric Stabilization Unit (CAPSU).

Thanks to a $1-million gift from Cloverdale Paint, $300,000 from Coast Capital Savings and $150,000 from the hospital auxiliary and numerous other donors, the foundation is just $200,000 away from reaching its fundraising goal.

“The community has been overwhelmingly supportive,” said Adams, crediting the level of backing to an increased awareness.

Jane Adams “I think there’s been a lot of work, much of it by the media, around mental health literacy.

“It’s really resonating with a lot of people. There are very few families that haven’t been impacted in some way.” continued on page 16

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‘They’re saying that our youth matter’ The new Child Adolescent Psychiatric Stabilization Unit planned for Surrey Memorial Hospital will offer 10 short-stay beds for youth aged six to 17 years old who are suffering from severe, acute mental health symptoms. PHOTO SUBMITTED

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As the designated Regional Pediatric Centre in the Fraser Health region, Surrey Memorial Hospital offers specialized and unique care to babies, children and youth from Burnaby to Hope. The Leader provides an inside look at how B.C.’s second-largest hospital has grown and adapted to treat its youngest and most vulnerable patients.

When her toddler was having trouble controlling his emotions, she could easily have attributed it to the notorious “terrible twos” making a timely appearance.

But mom Karen Copeland knew better. With an older child at home, and a keen awareness of her son’s growing body and personality, her gut was telling her there was much more to her second child’s irregular behaviour.

By the time kindergarten hit, the emotional and social gap between her son and other kids was readily apparent. If another child was in his space, he’d often react physically or with far more emotion than warranted.

“He struggled to get the words home and daughter, living in an out,” Copeland recalls. unfamiliar environment and eating Go-to phrases such as “no” or out daily only added to the heavy “that’s stupid” would flow under emotional load they were carrying. stressful situations at school, and “It was very overwhelming.” friendships were difficult to mainWhile Abbotsford has an adotain. Counsellors and doctors began lescent day treatment program, doling out diagnoses. One talked there are currently no short-stay about autism, another speculated psychiatric beds for children or ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivyouth anywhere in the Fraser ity disorder).

Health region – which stretches By that time, Copeland was beginfrom Burnaby to Hope. The only ning to learn about youth mental other option is a six-bed unit at B.C. health issues.

Children’s Hospital.

In Grade 2, it was finally deterHad there been something closer mined her son suffered from an to home to help her son, says Copeanxiety disorder. Still, other serious land, life would have been easier. issues persisted, and so did the “If you’ve got a child that’s really assessments and testing. in distress and have to transport Things escalated in middle school them all the way to Vancouver…” and the problems became more A LEADER SPECIAL SERIES she laments. significantly pronounced. The boy – Enter the Child Adolescent Psywith adolescence looming – began a chiatric Stabilization Unit (CAPspecialized program at B.C. Children’s Hospital.

SU) planned for Surrey Memorial Hospital. The Residents of Abbotsford, Copeland, her husfacility, destined for the space where the former band and son had to live in a Vancouver hotel for Emergency Department was located, will have 10 five-and-a-half weeks while the pre-teen received short-stay beds specifically for patients between treatment. Meanwhile, their daughter stayed six and 17 displaying severe, acute mental health with relatives in Abbotsford. symptoms.

“It was hugely disruptive to our family,” Copeland says, adding being away from their continued on page 16

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The funds raised by the foundation will be about much more than nice-looking decor and child-friendly artwork, however.

The psychiatric unit will include unique elements and extraordinary features designed to cater to the comfort and needs of young patients with psychiatric disorders, many of whom may arrive over-stimulated or in extremely anxious states.

For example, there will be a Snoezelen room, designed to reduce agitation and increase relaxation by controlling stimuli such as lighting and sound.

As well, because the unit will treat such a wide age range (six- to 17-year-olds), there will be public spaces where all ages can come together, as well as separate areas where they can be with people closer to their age.

A kitchen area will also be available and each patient will have his/her own bedroom – one that bears little resemblance to a standard hospital room.

“They’ll make it as home-like as they can,” Adams said.

In addition, the foundation hopes it can help fund a peer counselling-type program so youth who have battled mental illness can speak to young kids and teens who are in the midst of treatment. A similar program for parents to connect is also being considered, said Adams.

To make a donation to the Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Stabilization Unit, visit www. championsforcare.com/kidsmentalhealth. html or call 604-588-3371.

Right now, youth who are suicidal or facing other crises are treated at the emergency room, sent to the regular pediatric ward, transferred to the adult psychiatric unit (if they’re older), or put in the 10-bed adolescent psychiatric unit (intended for youth 13 and older requiring longer-term treatment).

And while those options are safe and adequate, says Andy Libbiter, they are not ideal.

As executive director of mental health and substance use services for Fraser Health, Libbiter explains that the CAPSU will involve a specialist team – consisting of psychiatrists, social workers, occupational therapists, nurses and others.

“Children and teens with mental health issues have needs that are quite significantly different than adults,” he says, pointing to requirements involving development, family and identity, in addition to the fact they’re still in school.

“They (medical staff ) will work intensively with the child and the family.”

CAPSU will provide a bed for five to seven days, when a patient can be thoroughly assessed and stabilized

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Karen Copeland is the parent of a child who struggled with anxiety issues.

“We’re not sorting out every single thing,” says Libbiter.

“We’re settling things down and then working out what needs to happen for the child and family.

“The evidence is very clear now that with mental illness, the earlier you intervene effectively, the better the outcome.”

He emphasizes the new unit will be part of a continuum of services and a “piece of the puzzle” in bettering mental health care for young people.

“It’s an important part, but it’s not the be all and end all, by any means.”

It’s hoped the CAPSU will not only provide earlier intervention, but reduce the time teens and children in crisis spend in the ER and get them to a specialist more quickly.

Copeland, whose son is now 13, has since become an advocate for youth mental health and wellness, establishing a website (championsfor communitywellness.com/) to inspire people to “think bigger, think outside the box.” A blog she wrote last year called “I Am ‘That’ Parent” garnered widespread attention.

“One of the best things

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Having endured tough times accessing care for her child, she feels strongly about the need for a facility such as CAPSU in the Fraser Health region and is thrilled to see it taking shape.

“They’re saying that our youth matter,” she says.

The new unit is scheduled to open by spring 2017. It’s it will serve about 1,000 children and adolescents per year.

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Autism project for parents gets funding The B.C. government has budgeted $3 million for a research project to explore the benefits of “parent coaching intervention” for infants and toddlers who show early signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder.

The project will follow about 70 children and their families, selected by a committee from ACT-Autism Community Training, the Pacific Autism Family Centre (PAFC) and the Michal Smith Foundation for Health Research. The screening process for subjects is expected to begin in early 2017.

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“[Homeowners] should spend the time to prepare the property to make it look as good as it can, and spend some time [educating] themselves on prevailing market conditions.” says Bruce Robinson, Partner at Hugh & McKinnon Realty. “The biggest mistake I see is that the property is not ready; the landscaping is overgrown [and] not well kept, you get past that to see the paint peeling off the front door, you get inside to see a lot of old furniture and ‘stuff,’ and then you get the bad odour which really can be a turnoff for the buyer.”

A new homebuyer won’t want to feel that they are purchasing a fixer-upper, so disrepair and disorder are to be avoided at all costs. This doesn’t mean that every

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Setting up a house for sale is hard work, and then there is finding that perfect price point to accompany it. Take a look at other properties that are for sale in your area, and keep your pricing demands realistic by consulting with multiple agents on what they would recommend.

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Two Surrey schools were on the podium at the B.C. Senior 2A Girls Volleyball Championships in Winfield last week.

The Pacific Academy Breakers won five of seven matches and earned the silver medal at the 16-team tournament while the Surrey Christian Falcons won bronze after winning six times over the three days.

Mikayla Funk and Sophie Stone of the Breakers were firstteam all-stars, with teammate Alexis Jonker earning a second-team selections.

The Breakers fell 3-2 to the M.E.I. Eagles in the gold medal match (25-22, 23-25, 22-25, 2519, 20-18). Pacific Academy won two of three matches in pool play to finish second in their group, but then reeled off three consecutive wins in the playoff round to advance to the final.

Their semifinal win was against Surrey Christian in a five-set match. The Breakers prevailed 20-25, 25-22, 20-25, 25-19, 15-12.

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The Lord Tweedsmur Panthers place fifth at the 4A tournament in Nanaimo.

Grade 11 Ansah Odoom of the Panthers was a first-team all-star.

The Panthers were a perfect 3-0 in pool B, but after a first-round victory in the playoff, lost a quarterfinal match. Tweedsmuir then won a pair of consolation matches to claim fifth place.

The Fraser Heights Firehawks claimed eighth place at the 3A tournament in Vernon. The Surrey school was seeded eighth for the tournament, then went 2-1 in pool play. They won the first of two playoff matches, and split their two consolation matches.

Two wins in three consolation matches left the Clayton Heights Night Riders with a 11th place result. Seeded fourth for the tournament, Clayton Heights was 0-3 in pool play, then was upset by the 14th seed Vernon Panthers in the first round of the playoffs.

The Pacific Academy Breakers just missed a medal at the Boys 2A provincial tournament at the Langley Events Centre (LEC), but did take home to Most Sportsmanlike Team award.

Nathan Teasdale of the Breakers was also honoured, earning a place on the first all-star team.

Teammate Andrew Kim was a second-team choice.

The Breakers were 2-1 in pool play, the only loss a three-set (18-25, 25-18, 11-15) setback against M.E.I. After a four-set win over the Prince Charles Comets of Creston and a sweep of the Geroge Elliott Coyotes of Winfield, the Breakers lost in straight sets to the Langley Fundamental Titans in the semifinal round. Pacific Academy lost the bronze medal match 2-0 to the Clarence Fulton Maroons of Vernon.

Two Surrey schools were in the Boys 3A tournament, also at the LEC. The Fraser Heights went 2-1 (win-loss) in pool play to earn the seventh-seed for the playoff, then defeated the Penticton Lakers in four sets in the round-of-16. They then lost in four sets to the Mt. Boucherie Bears in the quarterfinal round, and split two consolation matches to place seventh.

The Surrey Christian Falcons were 1-2 in pool play, dropping to the 13th-seed for the playoff.

After a sweep of the Belmont Bulldogs of Victoria in a preliminary match, they took the Oak Bay to four sets before bowing out of championship contention. They then won three straight matches in consolation play to place ninth.

David Chernenko of Fraser Heights and Brandon Jones of Surrey Christian were second-team all-stars.

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Locals eyed by Softball Canada ▶ SIX ATHLETES NAMED TO SELECTION CAMP IN ARIZONA RICK KUPCHUK

A half-dozen local athletes will be spending a week in Tucson, Arizona next month at the 2016 Women’s National Softball Team Selection Camp.

Softball Canada named 24 players to attend to camp Jan. 2-8, and on the list are Sara Groenewegen, Holly Speers and Kyla Benz of Surrey, North Delta’s Jen Yee, and Jocelyn Cater and Kelsey Jenkins of Delta.

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The national team will be in Surrey July 15-24 for the Women’s World Championships July 15-24.

Groenewegen, Yee and Cater were members of the Canadian team which won a gold medal at the Pan-Am Games in Toronto last summer. Groenewegen was the pitcher in Canada’s 4-2 win, while Yee played second base.

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From the homestead to the shelf ▶ DOREEN JOHNSON PUBLISHES A FAMILY HISTORY THAT TOOK DECADES TO WRITE BOAZ JOSEPH

Doreen Johnson never stepped into a library until she was 13.

The youngster, born in rural Saskatchewan, was enamoured with books – not just reading, but the idea that you could have a book on the shelf with your name on it.

Until she stepped into that library in Vancouver, after she moved to B.C. at the age off 11, she had never even heard the word “author.”

Now 76, the Fleetwood resident is one herself – after being told by her high school teacher ▶ “(The preacher) wanted that she would never write a book. to make sure we were Johnson has published a historical alive, but he sure didn’t fiction based on her mother Elsie Frey’s bring us anything,” experiences in rural DOREEN JOHNSON Saskatchewan in the 1930s and ’40s.

“Momma, Momma, the Preachers’ Comin” isn’t Little House on the Prairie.

It tells of the hardship, destitution, hunger and cold – conditions that Johnson experienced herself in that house, with her brother Edwin (a year older) and father Raphael.

While Elsie had a Grade 4 education, Raphael never learned to read, and the family struggled on their homestead in Carrot River, a village at the end of a railway line about 250 kilometres northeast of Saskatoon.

They harvested what they could, and had four cows, two horses and a handful of pigs and chickens, allow-

Doreen Johnson, 76, authored a story based on her mother’s difficult experiences as a homesteader in the Saskatchewan wilderness in ‘Momma, Momma the Preachers’ Comin.’

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ing them to scrape by.

Doreen says she and her brother were the poorest kids at school. Their father told them each year that the Easter Bunny wasn’t coming, while they saw their classmates eating chocolates.

The kids had three outfits, two for regular use, and a Sunday outfit.

Johnson learned about being poor when on some Sundays, the local Lutheran minister would come to their house, since the nearest church was too far way.

He came with his family, which included two well-dressed young daughters in “city clothes” who snubbed Doreen and her brother.

The kids usually stayed outside while the adults spoke, since the family had only four chairs.

Johnson didn’t particularly like the preacher’s family, and her mother was often upset because of the way she was dressed and had to give away food they couldn’t afford. “(The preacher) wanted to make sure we were alive, but he sure didn’t bring us anything,” Doreen recalls.

“They had fancy clothes, but you had manners,” Raphael would say to his kids afterwards.

Walking a mile to school (until the later years, when their school was closed and the distance grew to 3.5 miles of walking or hitching rides), they faced deep snow and wind, and winter temperatures of minus 30 or 35. The family’s long-distance transportation was either a wagon or sled.

While their father wasn’t big on pushing them to go to school when the weather was bad, their mother said they should go “as long as we could see where we were

going,” recalls Johnson.

Her mother, respecting the idea of learning and reading, was enthusiastic when Johnson returned with homework and reading materials, so she could do some reading herself.

During warm weather, Johnson would sit outside the house for hours watching butterflies and making up stories in her head.

Years later, in high school in Vancouver, she would continue to dream of writing, but after Grade 11, she got a job at a bank that paid $125 per month.

Eventually, she put her destitute past behind her, got married in 1958 to her husband Elmer and moved to Newton, where with hammer and nails, they built a house together.

Elmer died in 2000, and Johnson remarried in 2005.

Her husband Bob supported her’s efforts to write an autobiography, and then the idea of writing a novel about her mother’s life.

In “Momma, Momma, the Preachers’ Comin,” names have been changed – including Carrot River – but the history remains.

For the cover, Johnson used the only picture she had of the front of the little house she grew up in. It was taken in 1945 by her brother, then eight years old, with the family’s box camera.

Johnson believes her mother would have liked the cover of the book, with her on it, but she wasn’t happy at the time the photo was taken.

“Mother just about skinned us alive.”

Doreen Johnson’s novel is available at http://amzn. to/1T4vdvA

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Sam Brealey, as Cinderella, must put up with stepsisters Mildred (Jennifer Lane) and Winifred (Bryce Paul Mills) in the latest White Rock Players Club pantomime.

Players script by the late Charlotte Johnson, the new version has been adapted and brought up to date by Sara and Lisa Pavilionis (and directed by Lisa).

While some modernization was necessary, all the traditional, funfor-the-whole-family elements remain in this retelling of the favourite fairy tale, including a good fairy, a demon, a heavily made-up male ‘Dame’ – or in this case two – and, the good-natured but put-upon Cinderella.

Sam Brealey brings the requisite pathos and charm to the title character, with Juliana Peralta as a dashing Prince Charming.

Katherine Lozada, as the Fairy Godmother, squares off against Shaun McHale as the Demon for control of the plot, and there’s plenty of over-the-top vaudeville comedy supplied by Ray Van Ieperen as evil stepmother Clarice Cuttlefish and Jennifer Lane and Bryce Paul Mills as her daughters Mildred and Winifred.

Adding to the colourful look of this year’s pantomime is scenic design and painting by set designer Andrea Olund and well-known local artist Elizabeth Hollick, whose mural ‘The Wonderful Year We Fell In Love’, celebrating the history of the White Rock Players Club adorns the side of the Coast Capital Playhouse.

Shows are at 7:30 p.m., with matinees Dec. 13, 20, 26, 27 and Jan. 2 at 2:30 p.m.

Also upcoming this season for White Rock Players Club are Marc Camoletti’s celebrated 1960s door-slammer farce Boeing, Boeing, set to hit the stage March 2-19, and Noel Coward’s brilliant 1930s comedy of manners Private Lives (April 13-30).

The announced season closer will offer not one, but two versions of a classic comedy – a staging, on alternate nights, of both the male and female versions of Neil Simon’s The Odd Couple.

For panto tickets ($22, $15 children 12 and under and Coast Capital Savings members) call 604-5367535, or visit www. whiterockplayers.ca

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▼ PRINCESS MARGARET STUDENTS EYE LIGHTS AT ST. PAUL’S HOSPITAL ▶ TOY STORY Fresh Stance Ko (better known as FSK) hosted a successful firstannual Toy Drive for the Kids on Nov. 21-22. All toys donated will be given to BC Children’s Hospital as well as local shelters.

Once again this year, BCIT Instructor Don Zaklan and his BCIT Electrical Foundation students from the Princess Margret Secondary ACE-IT program have volunteered more than 1,000 hours of their time for testing, set-up preparations and wiring of the St. Paul’s Hospital Lights of Hope display.

Along with gaining valuable hands-on experience, the electrical students got the opportunity to tour the hospital’s electrical system to help further their trade knowledge.

The massive holiday light spectacle has been running for 17 years and continues to be successful because of strong community support through equipment and supply donations and volunteer hours.

Last year, the display raised more than $2.6 million for the St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation.

Surrey Mayor Linda Hepner with K.B. Woodward Elementary Principal Angelo Morelli. SUBMITTED

▼ K.B. WOODWARD: WALK & ROLL CHAMPIONS K.B. Woodward Elementary School has been named the 2015 champion in the City of Surrey’s annual Walk & Roll to School Week.

This year, more than 12,000 students at over 30 elementary schools throughout Surrey participated in the event that encourages students and families to walk, cycle or scooter to school for a full week.

K. B. Woodward families accumulated a combined 14,000 kilometres of foot-powered propulsion to school in early October to top all others in the contest.

Mayor Linda Hepner attended a school assembly to recognize the school community and present the Golden Shoe trophy to principal Angelo Morelli. The school also received a prize pack of helmets, bike locks and bells, as well as $500.

▶ SEASONAL SIZZLE AT SURREY BOARD OF TRADE At its annual Christmas Seasonal Sizzle Business Reception on Dec. 2, the Surrey Board of Trade gave the Surrey Food Bank $1,500 and 400 pounds of food.

More than 400 business people attended event.

‘Thank you to all the businesses that attended this annual Christmas event for the business community,’ said Anita Huberman, CEO, Surrey Board of Trade.

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Scholarships help students grow skills Close to Home ▼ SFU OFFERS OPPORTUNITIES FOR SOUTH-OF-FRASER STUDENTS BLACK PRESS

A Simon Fraser University scholarship program that gives qualified high school graduates south of the Fraser the opportunity to take post-secondary studies close to home – at SFU’s Surrey campus – has helped nearly 150 students and raised almost $250,000 in funding.

The Close to Home Entrance Award, established in 2007, is at the heart of SFU’s annual President’s Gala.

The goal of these scholarships is to attract top students while raising awareness of the breadth of programs and degrees that SFU offers in Surrey.

They’ve helped students like Amanda Rachmat, a second-year student of world literature and international studies.

“The Close to Home scholarship meant I could save hours commuting from Surrey to school every day and use my time where I need it most, transitioning to my university studies,” said Rachmat, who is spending a second semester in a co-op term with the Downtown Surrey Business Improvement Association.

“It means I can spend time with my family and friends and stay connected to my community.”

Naina Grewal, a 2013 recipient, volunteers as a radio show host at Red 93.1 FM and is also a member of SFU’s student ambassador program.

She says SFU is playing a huge role in helping to define her “as a person, a

SFU student Amanda Rachmat is benefitting from SFU’s Close to Home Scholarship at SFU’s Surrey campus. SUBMITTED student and someone who is involved in making the community a better and more engaged place.”

Meanwhile alumnus Derek Toth, one of the first Close to Home scholarship recipients, did co-op stints with Cooledge Lighting Inc. and Sierra Wireless before completing his bachelor of applied sciences degree, specializing in mechatronics.

Earlier this year, he landed a job as a junior mechanical designer at Surrey’s Bycar Engineering Ltd. Student Trisha Dulku, who is working with the Surrey Youth Engagement Conference and the SFU Surrey TD Community Engagement Centre (CEC), says studying in Surrey is desirable because as the local community continues to evolve, so do promising future opportunities.

“Many of the students who apply are already involved and rooted in their community,” says Dulka, who also works with the CEC’s Racing Readers literacy program at a local elementary school.

“Through the Close to Home scholarships we have the chance to learn new skills that will help ensure that we as young people can become change-makers, wherever the future takes us.”

“The Close to Home Scholarships are designed to do just that, help students to grow their post-secondary experiences right here in their community,” adds Steve Dooley, executive director of the SFU Surrey campus.

“And whether they take their newly acquired knowledge back to the community or go further afield to reap success, everyone wins.”

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A person wishing to contribute information about the treatment sites for the evaluation of this permit application must send copies of the information to both the agent for the applicant at the address above and the administrator under the Integrated Pest Management Act at Ministry of Environment (10470 152nd Street, Surrey, B.C. V3R 0Y3) within 30 days of the publication of this notice.

A Festive Open Mic takes place Friday, Dec. 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the Firehall Centre for the Arts, 11489 84 Ave. MC Patti McGregor invites singers, musicians, story tellers, poets and actors to share their talent. The last half of the evening will be a jolly good sing-a-long with festive songs. The general public is invited to attend. Doors open at 7 p.m. Admission is $4. For more information, call 604-581-6270 or 596-4485.

▶ MUSIC The Lyric Singers will perform Lyric at Christmas, a program of traditional and new Christmas music on Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m. at Northwood United Church (8855 156 St.) Tickets are $20. Call 604-340-4353, email lyricsingersbc@gmail. com or visit http://lyricsingers.bpt.me

▶ EVENTS Historic Stewart Farm is hosting a free Christmas Open House on Dec. 12 from 12-4 p.m. Drop in to check out the pioneer-style décor of fresh greenery and vintage Christmas decorations, listen to classic Christmas tunes and carols played on a heritage piano and harp, played

by Leanne and Connor Page and sample woodstove-baked gingerbread cookies, figgy pudding and hot apple cider. That evening from 6:30-8:30 p.m., join the farm’s Evening Carol Sing. Register to join the local Play on Words theatre group in Stewart Hall to sing along to your favourite Christams carols.

Suitable for ages 6+.

For the evening caroling, please pre-register at 604592-6956. The Historic Stewart Farm is located at 13723 Crescent Rd.

▶ SUITE CHOREOGRAPHY Surrey’s Alex Kolarcik, 17, (seen here with Luis Gustavo Madubuike), is the Sugar Plum Fairy in the Royal City Youth Ballet’s presentation of The Nutcracker at the Surrey Arts Centre (13750 88 Ave.) on Dec. 11 at 7 p.m., Dec. 12 at 1 and 4 p.m. and Dec. 13 at 1 and 4 p.m.

Kolarcik has been dancing at the Panorama School of Dance since the age of five. Tickets are $38 for adults and $28 for children, available by calling 604-501-5566 or online at tickets.surrey.ca SUBMITTED

Vespers in the Valley presents a pre-Christmas concert called Love Comes Alive on Dec. 13 at 4 p.m. at Northwood United Church (8855 156 St.) The show features The Marcus Mosely Trio & Chorale, with guests the Langley Fine Arts School Chamber Choir. Admission is by donation.

The Surrey Museum (17710 56A Ave.) is hosting Discovery Saturday: Very Vintage Christmas on Dec. 19 from 1-4 p.m.

It’s a swinging retro-style event. Bing and Elvis croon Christmas favourites while you play holiday games, make vintage decorations and visit with Santa Claus.

group based out of Surrey, is hosting The Holiday Breakfast on Dec. 19 from 9-11 a.m. at Surrey Community Church, 13474 96 Ave. In partnership with the Salvation Army, YTS will provide a free homecooked meal.

Youth Transforming Society (YTS), a humanitarian

Scottsdale Veterinary Hospital (7072 12 St.)

▶ FUNDRAISING

Singer Gina Williams presents a concert, Christmas & Beyond, on Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. at Northwood United Church (8855 156 St.) Tickets are $25, with partial proceeds benefiting Syrian refugees through ADRA Canada.Tickets are available at the door and at Northwood United Church 604-581-8454 and at Amaguru African Hair Salon 604-438-4550.

▶ THEATRE People Helping People

SKILLS CONNECT FOR IMMIGRANTS Your career in Canada starts here.

New to Canada? Looking for work in your field? Let us help.

Lower Mainland 604 438 3045 or 604 588 7772

skillsconnect@douglascollege.ca douglascollege.ca/skillsconnect This program is free!

This project is made possible through funding from the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.

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The Royal Canadian Theatre Company presents a pantomime production of Puss in Boots on Dec. 18-27 at the Surrey Arts Centre (13750 88 Ave.).

Evening and matinee shows. Tickets ($15-25) are available at tickets. surrey.ca or by calling 604-501-5566.

▶ VOLUNTEERS

Fraser Valley 604 866 1645 or 604 866 0257

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is holding a Pet Photos with Santa fundraiser on Dec. 13 from 1-3 p.m.

All proceeds will go to BC and Alberta Guide Dogs.

Pictures are by donation.

For more information, call 604-590-2121.

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Deltassist is seeking volunteers to help move and sort food donations. Some heavy lifting is required. If you have a few hours to donate, contact Barbara Murphy at 604-594-3455 or barbaram@deltaassist. com to set up an interview.

Criminal record checks are required for all volunteer positions.

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Call for Museum hosts ’50s Christmas nominations BLACK PRESS

BLACK PRESS

Do you know people who have made significant contributions to their community?

The upcoming BC Community Achievement Awards may be a way to recognize their efforts.

The BC Achievement Foundation is now accepting nominations for the awards, which aim to honour those who have made their community a better place, either through volunteers, or in the course of their work, in fields ranging from arts and culture, sports, multiculturalism, environment, healthcare, education, civic duty

business and more.

Nomination deadline is Jan. 15, 2016 and more information can be found at www.bcachievement.com Since the awards were established in 2003, more than 400 people have be recognized throughout the province.

Retro enthusiasts are invited to Surrey Museum Saturday, Dec. 19 from 1-4 p.m. for Discovery Saturday: Very Vintage Christmas.

The 50s-themed event, free and for all ages, will showcase what Christmas was like in the mid-20th century.

Local Surrey singer-songwriter Reid Jamieson will be on site playing Christmas songs and Santa will also be in attendance for photos.

Guests will snack on apple cider and ginger spice cookies and can make and decorated vintage ornaments and tinsel wreaths to bring the vintage 50’s Christmas feeling home.

Write to Santa

WE’RE SERIOUS ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE

▶ THOUSANDS OF VOLUNTEERS ENSURE EVERY LETTER READ AND ANSWERED BLACK PRESS

Santa’s postal code is no joke Wish lists, pictures and drawings, funny jokes and favourite games – these are a few of the things kids put in their letters to Santa.

Every year, Jolly Old Saint Nick receives more than a million letters from children in Canada and around the world.

The amazing thing is, according to Canada Post, every letter is read – and every letter is answered.

More than 6,000 Canada Post volunteers – staff and retirees – help Santa out. Letters are answered in the language the letter was written, including Braille.

Address letters to: Santa Claus, North Pole, Canada, H0H 0H0. No postage required. They should be mailed no later than Dec. 16 to receive a reply.

Be sure to include your return address for his response.

With a twist of modern flair, children will be invited to take part in an Elf on the Shelf-inspired scavenger hunt, seeking out Christmas elves throughout the galleries themselves.

The #SMUglySweater selfie station will also be active so attendees can get photos of themselves in tacky vintage Christmas sweaters without having to buy one. Check out existing selfies by searching the hashtag #SMUglySweater or by visiting Surrey Museum’s Twitter page at @ASurreyMuseum.

The Surrey Museum is located at 17710 56A Ave. Admission is sponsored by the Friends of the Surrey Museum Society. For more information, call 604-592-6956 or check www.surrey.ca/heritage

The $20 million NRG COSIA Carbon XPRIZE, supported

by Canada’s Oil Sands Innovation Alliance, is inspiring innovators from around the globe to find ways to convert carbon dioxide from emissions into valuable products, making oil and gas part of a clean energy future - faster.

Think oil and natural gas developed the Canadian way is good for Canada? Then raise your hand and show your support by joining Canada’s Energy Citizens at

energycitizens.ca Not actors. Real Canadians.

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CHRISTMAS CORNER

5871 – 248th St. Langley

Opening Nov. 28th New U-cut - weekends only 9am-4pm Fresh Cut - Open Daily Nov. 28 – Dec. 3, 9am–4pm Dec. 4 – Dec. 19, 9am–6pm Dec. 20 – until sold out, 9am–4pm www.giesbrechtstreefarm.com & on Facebook

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Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca

Waterworks Tech. School - Get certified in 6 weeks. Earn $18-22/hr. 1.250.886.3246

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RAMP SERVICES AGENT

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

Advertising Sales Consultant By joining White Rock / South Surrey's number one community print and online newspaper, you can develop a rewarding career in advertising and marketing while contributing to one of the Lower Mainland's most vibrant communities. The team environment at the Peace Arch News will inspire you to the highest level of customer partnership and reward your motivated approach to excellence. You should be a strong communicator, well organized, self motivated and enjoy working in a fast-pace environment. Previous media sales experience is preferred. A car and a valid driver's license are required. The Peace Arch News is part of Black Press, Canada's largest private independent newspaper company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in BC, Alberta, Washington, Ohio, California and Hawaii. Please send your resume with cover letter by Thursday, December 31, 2015 to: Steve Scott - Ad Manager Peace Arch News, #200 - 2411 - 160th St., Surrey, BC V3S 0C8 or email to steve.scott@peacearchnews.com

About Us: Swissport Canada Inc. is the leading Ground Services Provider to the aviation industry.

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NOW HIRING! Delivery Drivers Must have your own reliable CARGO VAN (minimum ž ton) and clean driver abstract.

NO CARS, SUVS, MINI-VANS OR PICKUP TRUCKS. â&#x20AC;˘ Tuesday Evenings & Thursday Evenings â&#x20AC;˘ Pick up newspapers from our warehouse â&#x20AC;˘ Deliver newspapers to our carriersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; homes in Langley City, Walnut Grove and Aldergrove

Call 604.514.6770 circulation@langleytimes.com

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The position is full-time with some overtime and week-end work. Duties include repairing and troubleshooting heating, shading, climate control, CO2 and irrigation systems and glass repair. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. and work at heights from a ladder. Fluent English is mandatory.

The Peace Arch News has an opening for an advertising consultant.

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EDUCATION

SERVICE TECHNICIAN

WITNESS NEEDED If anyone witnessed a grey 2007 Kia Rondo Wagon collide with a dark coloured Volkswagen on December 26, 2014 at approximately 9:00 p.m. at the intersection of 86th Avenue & 128th Street, Surrey, BC. Please contact Amrik Narang of Dhami Narang & Co. at 1-877-864-6131

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Prins Greenhouses is hiring a greenhouse service technician.

The qualified applicant should have greenhouse maintenance experience with knowledge of ventilation, shade and heating systems. Electrical and welding experience would be considered an asset.

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of a Hit & Run accident on October 26, 2015 at approx 6:10am-6:30am - northbound under the Scott Rd Skytrain overpass where an Infinity QX60 Hybrid was stopped at the red light and was rear ended by a light coloured smaller vehicle that left the scene. If you have any info please call 604-614-9092.

Supporting the BC Cancer Agency

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Fax or e-mail resume: 604-852-4090 dave@prinsgreenhouses.com

We have Gifts & Information

BC Cancer Foundation

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Wage is negotiable, depending on experience.

1-844-299-2466

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The publisher shall not be liable for slight changes or typographical errors that do not lessen the value of an advertisement.

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

Over 20 yrs exp! Ed 778-888-8603

PRODUCTION WORKERS Required Part-Time to work in our Delta facility at 7979 Vantage Way. Entry-level, involving the physical handling of newspaper & related advertising supplements.

Starting rate is $11.00/hour Requirements: • Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. stand for extended periods • Demonstrate on-the-job reliability and dependability • Excellent communication skills and detail oriented • Should have your own transportation Must be avail. to work afternoon and graveyard shifts as well as be able to work on a weekly schedule with short notice.

Call: 778-728-6956 or email qualityinsertions.grandview @gmail.com

Jim’s Mowing Business for Sale Call 310-JIMS (5467)

FINANCIAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

$500 loans and more No credit checks

1-877-776-1660 Apply at moneyprovider.com

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

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

BL CONTRACTING RENOVATIONS SPECIALIST

SUNDECKS: *Cedar *Treated *Vinyl *Trex

RAILINGS: *Aluminum *Glass *Wood

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CASHIER and STOCK PERSON for produce store F/T. Drop off resume in person 6343-198th St. (across from Superstore)

CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBORHOOD

Req: Carpenters, Helpers Labourers, CSO’s/OFA’s TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hr Work Today, Daily or Weekly Pay Apply 9AM to 2PM at: 118 – 713 Columbia Street

New West 604.522.4900

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

Controls Electrician & HVAC/R Mechanic

Tri-City Refrigeration Inc. now has opportunities for permanent, full time work in Terrace, BC.

Electrician Requirements: • Red Seal Certification • FSR designation preferred • Experience w/ DDC controls

Mechanic Requirements: • Red Seal Certification • B Gas Ticket • Experience w/ building controls

We offer competitive wages with full benefits!!!

. Need Cash? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. SnapCarCash. 604-777-5046

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CARPET CLEANING

PROFESSIONAL CARPET CLEANING ** DISCOUNT ** First time Customer & Seniors Natural ~ Fast Dry Times Full Armour Carpet Care 604 - 418 - 0555

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JOIN OUR TEAM IN RICHMOND Opening soon, a brand-new White Spot on Bridgeport at Sweden Way! White Spot offers a great working environment, including flexible day and night shifts, plus tremendous growth development potential.

We are looking for high-energy, positive people who are passionate about preparing and serving unique-tasting and beautifully presented food.

We have opportunities at all levels within our service team and our culinary team. If you would like to be a part of our restaurant team, please drop in for an interview.

INTERVIEW AT: White Spot at Unit #120 12800 Bridgeport Road, Richmond Monday-Friday, December 14th-18th between 10am and 7pm

.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

FLAG PEOPLE Must be Certified and have a car. Full-Time. Medical/Dental. $15 - $21/hour post Probation.

Please send resume to: trshaw@bcroadsafe.com or visit bcroadsafe.com

adwmain@telus.net Thank you to all that apply & their interest to join our growing team, however only qualified persons will be contacted.

Required F/T in Surrey with exp. in garden maintenance.

email: tcl.maintenance@shaw.ca GREENHOUSE LABOURER SP (Delta) Limited Partnership operation looking for steady, hardworking, energetic individuals that are able to do plant care, harvesting, sorting grading & packaging and general cleanup and workday preparations. The positions advertised are full time permanent positions for all seasons. Job Location 10250 Hornby Dr. Delta, BC V4K3N3 Wage $10.50/hr plus AD&D benefits.

Positions available immediately. English language not required. Positions open to all persons (incl. youth, aboriginals, new immigrants and all others) demonstrating their ability to meet expectations of full time, physical work in greenhouse environment.

To apply submit resume to: sunjobs2012@gmail.com or by fax to 604-607-7656

Pay your bills or even your car payment!

Deliver the Vancouver Sun in Fraser Heights, Langley, Walnut Grove.

Must have reliable car.

For more info Contact Dennis at:

Phone: 604-690-4091 or doorstep@shaw.ca

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

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Meadows Landscape Supply

$59.00 Per Ton

CONCRETE & PLACING

604-465-1311

UNIQUE CONCRETE

DESIGN

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

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

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MOVING & STORAGE

ABBA MOVERS & DEL Res/comm 1-5 ton truck, 2men fr $45. SENIOR DISCOUNT. Honest, bsmt clean up 25yrs Exp. 24hrs/7days 604-506-7576

ABE MOVING & Delivery & Rubbish Removal $30/hr. per Person • 24/7

DRYWALL

604-999-6020

AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com

$45/Hr

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

ELECTRICAL

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

604-537-4140 329 PAINTING & DECORATING

All Electrical. Low Cost. Licensed.

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

NORTH STARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com AMAZING WORK, AMAZING VALUE! 778.245.9069

LOW RATES 604-617-1774 BECOME A VOLUNTEER LITERACY or MATH TUTOR and help a child who is struggling to learn! You must have excellent English and/or math skills, and enjoy working with children. Tutoring locations in both Surrey & Langley.

Extensive training provided. The Langley information session will be held Tuesday, January 5th at 7 PM at Douglas Park School, 5409 - 206 St. Langley. The Surrey information session will be held Wednesday, January 6th, at 7 PM the Learning Disabilities Association office, #201 - 13766 - 72 Ave. Pre-register at 604-591-5156. Info: www.Ldafs.org

MISC SERVICES

✶Dump Site Now Open✶

CLEANING SERVICES

NEIGHBOURS ELECTRIC Licensed, Warrantied, Affordable.

Renos & small jobs. Res & comm.

7 Days. Free est. 604-710-5758.

Licensed, Bonded, Expert trouble shooter. 24/7. 100% guaranteed.

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FENCING A-1 Painting Company - Interior / Exterior 20 years exp. Summer Special 10% off (604)723-8434

6’ CEDAR FENCING. Free est. Red Rose Landscaping.

Harbiee 604-722-2531

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

WCB INSURED

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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

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

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Jim Pattison Chrysler is now accepting Resumes to add to our team! Monday - Friday required from 12:30p.m.-9:00p.m.

Starting @ $12.25 hour.

Please apply in person: 15377 Guildford Drive in the North Surrey Auto Mall or email reception@jpchrysler.com

PAPER DELIVERY

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

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

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CLEANING LADY ~ reliable, prof., will clean your home, office. 10 years exp. Reasonable rates.

Excellent references. 778-960-9865

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Pruning, lawn maintenance & bed work. A valid driver’s license & local references required. Must have good English skills.

No seasonal layoffs.

Snow removal experience & pesticide license an asset. *Benefit package after 3 months.* WAGE: $20- $22/HOUR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE. Leave message \ fax resume:

604-599-5503

HANDYMAN Home Repair Services - 45 Yrs Exp Call or Text Henry 604-868-5441

PSB DRYWALL LTD.★ All Boarding, Taping, Framing & Texture. Insured work. Dump Removal Service. 604-762-4657 / 778-246-4657

Foreman / Gardener

LOT ATTENDANT

OR EMAIL US AT: Bridgeport@whitespot.ca

We are currently hiring for the following full time positions.

FURNACE/HVAC MECHANIC Exp. Furnace/HVAC Mechanic; certified gas fitter “B” class for furnace installation, service & repair; also for heat pump / air conditioning installations.

DUCT CLEANER Having a gas ticket is an asset.

Be clean cut, reliable, on time, positive & able to work well as a team or individual. Valid drivers license & a recent abstract from the D.M.V. Please E-mail Resume With References:

HOME REPAIRS

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

Joe 604-961-9937.

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Valid BC Driver’s License & Criminal Record Check required.

For further job details, email tcradmin@citywest.ca by December 30, 2015.

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

Prompt Delivery Available

7 Days / Week

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

(604)465-1311

meadowslandscapesupply.com

Excavators, Backhoes, Bobcats & Dump Trucks for hire Specializing in Private Events!

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

• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries Unique Taste, Unique Menus...

Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...

Kristy 604.488.9161

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

TOPSOIL & GRAVEL

604-531-5935

Vincent 543-7776

www.paintspecial.com 778-322-2378 Lower Mainland 604-996-8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for over 12yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 2 coats any colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls

Cloverdale High Performance paint.

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

PRISM PAINTING CO.

Re-Paint Specialist 15 Years Experience Interior/Exterior, stucco painting.

20% discount on re-painting or

3 rooms $299

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627 ****GUTTER CLEANING**** SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE ~~ Call Ian 604-724-6373 ~~

Free Estimates

Call Sunny,778-893-1786 polarbearpainting.com $299 ~ 3 Rooms walls only 2 coats call: 604-866-6706 WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

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PLUMBING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 372

SUNDECKS

~ Certified Plumber ~

Reno’s and Repairs

~ 604-597-3758 ~

TINY TEACUP CHIHUAHUAS PUPPIES ready to go now. $800.

(604)794-7347 Chilliwack

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

Furnaces, Boilers, Hot Water Heating, Hotwater Tanks, Drain/ Duct Cleaning & Plumbing Jobs. ✭ 604-312-7674 ✭ ✭ 604-507-4606 ✭

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PRESSURE WASHING

FUEL

ALDER, BIRCH, MAPLE MIX. Cut up to 16’’ lengths, split, seasoned, ready to burn. $260 a 4 x 4 x 8 cord delivered. Call 604-339-9077

All Gutter Cleaning. Window & Roof FULL HOUSE CLEANING Call Victor 604-589-0356

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

RUBBISH REMOVAL

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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

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

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GERMAN Shepherd pups. Working line. Blk & blk/tan. 8 wks old, 2 left. $750. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602

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

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

ON CALL 24 HOURS/DAY

A Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber

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TREE SERVICES

MISC. FOR SALE

ROMANCE Your Christmas Local BC Adult Retailer Shop Online Now & Receive 25% OFF! www.shagg.ca

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Have Unwanted Firearms?

Have unwanted or inherited firearms in your possession?

Don’t know how to dispose of them safely and legally?

Contact Wanstalls and we will come and pick them up and pay you fair value for them.

Wanstalls has been proudly serving the Lower Mainland firearms community since 1973.

We are a government licensed firearms business with fully certified verifiers, armorers and appraisers.

Call today to set up an appointment 604-467-9232

FURNITURE

Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms

USED 5 STAR HOTEL FURNITURE - BY THE PIECE..One of Vancouvers 5 Star Hotels is renovating their rooms making available a great selection of high end furnishings. By 1 piece or buy multiples: Queen Headboard & Frame $50 / King Headboard & Frame $60 / Upholstered Arm Chair(multiple colors) $49 / Desk $99 / Dresser $79 / Bedside Table $69 / Pedestal Table $69/ Ottoman $29 / Benches $29 / Brass Lamp $19 / Vanity Mirror $39 / Framed Picture $9 . Call 604-371-1190, email Buyit@activeauctionmart.com or www.activeauctionmart.com

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

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

REAL ESTATE 627

RENTALS 706

RENTALS

APARTMENT/CONDO Cedar Lodge and Court Apts

Quiet community living next to Guildford Mall.

Clean 1 & 2 bdrms, Corner units avail. (some w/ensuites) Call for Availability. Cable, Heat, Hot Water incl. Onsite Mgr.

604-584-5233 www.cycloneholdings.ca

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RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

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

Office: 7121-133B St., Surrey

604-596-0916

MAYFLOWER CO-OP

Surrey

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

Classic suites starting at $729.

Elite suites starting at $839.

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 Central Spacious, well maintained 2 bdrm unit in a clean, quiet, very central highrise. 2 Min walk to Central City Skytrain, mall & SFU. Across from new Surrey City Hall. No Pets Jan 1 $877/mo. Shared purchase req’d.

Call: 604-583-2122 or email: maycoop@shawbiz.ca

SURREY, 126/72 Ave. 2 Bdrm apt, $945/mo. Quiet family complex, no pets, 604-543-7271.

SURREY, 135/65 Ave. Bachelor apt $555/mo, quiet complex, no pets.

Call 604-596-1099.

SPRUCE HOUSING CO-OP Kennedy Heights 2 Bdrm unit available. Clean, quiet, well maintained. Friendly community, close to all amenities. Pets allowed. Dec 1st or Jan 1st. $880/mo, $1500 shared purchase.

604-581-6070 or email sprucehoco@shaw.ca

HOMES WANTED

Donate Today!

Yes, We Pay CASH!

Damaged or Older Houses!

Condos & Pretty Homes too!

Check us out! www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-626-9647

CARRIERS WANTED

ROUTES AVAILABLE

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

ABIAN RUBBISH REMOVAL PROMPT & RELIABLE. Free Estimates.

(604)897-3423

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

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RS - Specializing in Rubbish Removal, Scrap Metal, Top Soil, Gravel, Moves, 1 Ton with Dump Box. 24/7

Rio 778-237-5599, Ray 604-500-6233

SURREY

AREA DESCRIPTION

Filey Dr - Scarborough Dr - Carnaby Pl - Boynton Pl - 112 St 72 Ave - Glenbrook Pl , 112 St Fairfield Pl 78B Ave - 80 Ave, 118 St - 119B St 72 Ave - 73 A Ave, 116 St - 118 St Hamlin Dr - Lyon Rd, Cherry Ln Faber Cres - Kent Cres - Stoney Cres Briarwood Cres - Inglewood Pl Sunwood Dr - Sunwood Pl Modesto Dr - Wiltshire Pl - Wiltshire Blvd Westside Dr - Modesto Dr - Wiltshire Blvd, 78 Ave - 80 Ave Westside 82 Ave - Delsom Pl - Trondheim Dr 87A Ave - 88 Ave, 112 St - 114 St 94 Ave - 96 Ave, 118 St - 119A St Dunlop Rd - River Rd, Sunset Dr Terrace Dr Centre St - Karr Pl, Johnson Wynd Main St

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60 Ave - 62 Ave, 170 St - 171A St

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66 Ave - 67 Ave, 182 St - 184 St

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57 Ave - 58 Ave, 178 St - 180 St

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80 Ave - 80B Ave, 137A St - 140 St

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84 Ave - 86 Ave, 140 St - 141B St

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Tulsey Cres - 87B Ave, 133A St - 134B St

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8555 - 8655 King George Blvd

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Berg Rd - Hansen Rd, Cowen Rd Park Dr

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106 Ave - 108 Ave, 128 St - 130 St

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

Hunger Knows No Age Hunger Knows No Race • We serve over 14,000 individuals per month in Surrey and North Delta

stmas i r h C FOOD DRIVE

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Time to declutter or downsize!

Use the classifieds to reach more buyers.

Your ad is listed in print and online; double your chance of a sale!

• 41% of our clientele are children and babies • We distribute up to $30,000 (retail cost) of food per day • For every $1 donated, we can turn that into $3 to purchase needed items

Your contributions are much needed during this time of year.

For more information, please contact Katrina Albert at 604.581.5443 ext. 105 or email events@surreyfoodbank.org.

www.surreyfoodbank.org

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TRANSPORTATION

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

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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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4 dr sedan, 51,415 miles, Stored indoors, No rust. $15,000

HOMES FOR RENT

Jack 604-531-3909

• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

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

This week’s theme:

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by James Barrick

#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle REMOVAL ~~ ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT ~~ $$$ PAID FOR SOME. 604.683.2200

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1997 CAMRY, 4 door, 4 cyl, auto, loaded, new tires, 180K, in mint cond. $3400 obo. 604-936-1270

2006 CHEVY UPLANDER LS All power, keyless entry, alarm, very good/clean cond., 135K, $4900. Call: (604)500-5540

Homelife Pen. Property 604-536-0220

604-575-5555

2006 Nissan Sentra 108 Special Edition, 150K, all power, alarm & keyless entry. Very good cond. $4400. Call: 604-500-5540.

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.Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244.

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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

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FLEETWOOD 1bdrm suite, sep ent, avail now. Hydro, cable incl. NS/NP 604-543-8737 or 778-908-8737 FLEETWOOD 3 Bdrm 1.5 bth bsmt ste. Grnd flr. $1150 inc utils/lndry/ cbl. NS/NP. Jan 1/16.604-596-3135 FLEETWOOD 3 Bdrm,2bth sml pet, n/laund, Dec15/Jan1, $1300 incl hydro.778-858-3143, 604-727-4823 SURREY - 2 bedroom bsmt suite, $800/mo. No Laundry, N/S, N/P. Avail Jan 1 or 15th. (778)242-9913 Surrey - Enver Creek - 1 bdrm. 1 full bath, N/P - N/S, Avail. Now. incls. utils. sep. ent. (604)782-0048

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ARBORETUM CO-OP 15350 105 Ave. Spacious 3 bdrm T/H. $1109/mo.

Shrd purchase req’d. 1.5 Bath, d/w F/P, W/D hkup. Walking distance to Guildford Mall, library & rec centre.

Easy access to bridge. No Pets.

Ph btwn 10am-9pm 604-581-1249 or arboretumcoop@shawbiz.ca SURREY 139/68 Ave. 3 Bedroom townhouse, $1050. In quiet family complex,no pets.Call 604-599-0931

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SURREY 174/57 Ave. 2 Bdrm T/H. $920/mo. Quiet family complex, no pets. Call 604-576-9969 SURREY 64/King George, 2 Bdrm T/H with bsmt, $1015. Quiet family complex,no pets. 604-596-1099.

SURREY; 65/135. 3 Bdrm townhouse, $1000, quiet family complex, no pets, call 604-596-1099

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Just right...for all your legal needs.

Manthorpe Law Offices 200, 10233 - 153 Street | Surrey, BC V3R 0Z7 Phone: 604.582.7743 | Fax: 604.582.7753 | manthorpelaw.com Centrally located near the Guildford Town Centre Mall in Surrey

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