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Christine Daum, recreation supervisor for the City of Langley prepares to demonstrate one of the new Timms Community Centre’s state-of-the-art cardio machines.

The equipment, built by Italy’s TechnoGym, is socially interactive meaning users can go online while they work out, compete with people on other machines or take a virtual tour of nearly any spot in the world as they work out. The centre will hold a grand opening on Wednesday, Feb. 24. The public is invited to drop by between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to tour the new facility and try out a complimentary fitness class or two.

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Inside City Hall and the adjacent library, it’s business as usual on a weekday afternoon, as staff and patrons go about their day.

But behind a temporary wall to the west, construction and cleaning crews labour side by side to get the building ready for its Feb. 24 public unveiling.

Wednesday’s grand opening will mark the culmination of years of planning and a full 16 months of construction, since ground was broken in October 2014.

Since the old building next door to City Hall was demolished to make way for the new structure, Timms centre users have been working out at a temporary facility on Eastleigh Crescent.

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Langley class sizes higher than B.C. average: report

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Five-and-a-half-year-old Spark Beggs makes the acquaintance of Carly, a rabbit, at the Bosley’s Thunderbird Village store in Walnut Grove on Saturday, Feb. 13. The visit was part of a bake sale fundraiser hosted by Rabbitats, a rabbit rescue group.

Property transfer tax trimmed TOM FLETCHER Black Press

New homes worth up to $750,000 are exempt from B.C.’s property transfer tax under changes in the budget that take effect April 1.

Finance Minister Mike de Jong is raising the exemption level from $475,000 on new homes, and expects to make up most of the revenue by increasing the tax rate from two to three per cent on the value of homes in excess of $2 million.

For resold homes, property purchase tax continues to apply at one per cent on the first $200,000 of value and two per cent on value between $200,000 and $2 million. The tax has produced a windfall for the province and pushed

home purchase costs even higher in the hot market for homes in some urban areas. The government expects to collect about $200 million more than it budgeted for the current year.

De Jong said the break is aimed at new construction to stimulate new housing construction, adding to supply in response to demand that is driving prices up.

The exemption is only available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, and the government is resuming tracking nationality of buyers, a practice stopped in 1998.

The upper limit to qualify for the homeowner grant is also increased from $1.1 million to $1.2 million for the 2016 property tax year.

A just-released provincial government report shows the average Langley public school class had more students than the B.C. average last year.

The “overview of class size and composition in British Columbia Public Schools” report was produced by the provincial Ministry of Education.

It shows that, as of Oct. 31, 2015, in the Langley school district, the average kindergarten class was 20.9 students, higher than the provincial average of 19.7.

The average Grade 1 to 3 class was 22.6 pupils, larger than the provincial average of 21.8.

The average 4 to 7 class was 27.6, bigger than the provincial average of 26.0.

In the Grade 8 to 12 category, the average Langley class size was close to but still slightly bigger than the provincial average at 23.8 compared to 23.4.

In response to a Times request for comment on the local class size figures, Langley School District Communications Manager Ken Hoff said, based on the provincial report, “the Langley School District sees itself as fairly comparable to other Fraser Valley and Metro class size averages.”

Langley Teachers Association (LTA) president Gail Chaddock-Costello said the provincial numbers show Langley schools “are the worst overall, collectively, in the province.”

An LTA analysis said Langley had the second worst kindergarten class size in B.C., tied for second worst in grades 1-3, and tied for fifth worst in Grades 4-7.

Chaddock-Costello said the figures were also skewed downwards because the provincial government included smaller-than-average classes like the international baccalaureate, French immersion and special education pro

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The typical Langley school has more students than the B.C. average, according to a new report on class size and composition.

grams in the averages.

She added the provincial numbers don’t reveal the number of classes with more than 30 students in the Langley district.

Based on grievances filed by teachers last year, Chaddock-Costello said the LTA estimates 21 L a n g l ey classes had from 31 to CHADDOCK36 students.

COSTELLO The report also doesn’t give a district-by-district accounting of the increasing number of special needs students in the classroom, Chaddock-Costello said.

“We (in Langley) have larger and larger case loads,” she said, adding “there is not, I can assure you, a commensurate increase in specialist teachers.”

A BC Teachers Federation press release said the number of classes in BC with four or more children with special

needs has risen to 16,516, the most ever.

The number of classes with seven or more children with special needs has also gone up to an all-time high, 4,163, the BCTF said.

“When classes become too large and overly complex, all students lose out on time with their teachers” BCTF President Jim Iker said.

“It is time for this government to stop the cuts” Iker added.

Provincial Education Minister Mike Bernier responded by saying a $100 million learning improvement fund has hired an additional 312 full time teachers, increased another 616 from part time to full time, and upgraded almost 3,000 support staff from part time to full time as well.

“We’ve been working well with the BCTF on major education initiatives like the new curriculum, so it’s disappointing to see them making broad political conclusions from a province-wide report on class size and composition,” Bernier said.

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nasium circled on the building’s upper level by a walking/running track, along with a weight/ cardio room, spin room and two fitness studios with spring floors.

In addition to the fitness facilities, the new building also houses all-purpose rooms for meetings (one of which is equipped to serve as an emergency operations centre) as well as a games room, community kitchen, a café and outdoor patio space, which includes a rubberized mat for fresh-air fitness classes.

The 100-metre indoor track is what really sets the Timms centre apart, said City CAO Francis Cheung, earlier this week as he led the way through the building as part of a sneak peek tour.

“We can offer something that no other (nearby) facility is offering right now.”

Christine Daum, recreation supervisor for the City, expects the track will be popular with a wide range of groups, including moms with strollers and the Langley Better Breathers walking club.

The gymnasium is equipped with full and half-size basketball courts and lines have been painted for other sports as well, including the increasingly popular pickleball.

At the south end of the building, the games room, which is

open to all ages, will to browse Faceoffer three pool tabook or even play bles and three ping Angry Birds while pong tables, along they work out, with skee-ball, air said Daum with a hockey, foosball chuckle. and three different Or, for a more video gaming sysexotic adventure, tems. they can pick nearEach Saturday ly any place in the from 7 p.m. to 10 world and walk, p.m. the games run or ride “outroom will be redoors.” served for use by Choosing San younger patrons, Francisco as an exFR ANCIS under the superviample, Daum steps CHEUNG sion of youth co-oronto a treadmill dinator Thomas and begins walkNyte. ing. On the screen In a small room off the gym- in front of her, a city street nasium spin classes will be of- scene begins to scroll as she fered, with bikes for 14 students walks. per session.

“How fast I walk is how fast But for Daum and Cheung, the screen goes by,” she said. the real excitement on this tour Although they’re not yet set comes with a visit to the cardio up for the function, eventually room, where more than a dozen the treadmills will incline with examples of the latest in gym rising terrain on the screen. equipment are lined up and “Cardio is hard, it gets borready to go. ing,” said Daum. “Every little bit Created by Italy’s TechnoGym helps.”

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Constructed at a cost of $14.3 For those who prefer to ex- million, the 35,000 square-foot ercise solo, each machine is building itself is a point of pride equipped with a screen that can for the City. stream Netflix from the user’s Continued Page 5 personal account or allow them

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The new Timms Community Centre will connect to City Hall via an open concourse with entrances at both ends. The design includes exposed beams and plenty of glass to let in natural light. because it gives people the opportunity to recreate inside,” said Schaffer.

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Built to the equivalent of LEED Silver standards (though not certified) it incorporates a range of energy-saving components.

A monitor on the wall will show how much power the building is using at any given point in time.

Rather than use the former centre’s footprint, designers integrated the new structure with the existing City Hall — joining the two buildings via a long concourse with main entrances at both ends.

The design is intended to offer good sight lines and let in plenty of natural light, explained architect Stuart Rothnie, when the design was first unveiled in June 2014.

The centre will be connected by foot and bike paths to Fraser Highway and 204 Street.

New parking has been provided both underneath the building and at ground level.

The bright, open design incorporates a planted “living wall,” an exposed beam ceiling and plenty of glass, offering stunning views of the mountains to the north and east.

A time capsule will be dedicated during the Feb. 24 opening.

The items won’t be buried, but kept on display behind polarized glass in the concourse.

“This has been a really consultative process, with council providing feedback on everything from the colour of the walls to the furniture, to the time capsule,” said Cheung.

“It’s been a long time coming.”

Although the City had tried to include community partners in the development of the building, the effort ended up slowing the process considerably, said Mayor Ted Schaffer.

“We were working to have other parties involved, but some groups were dragging their feet.

“Eventually, you’ve got to move forward.”

Despite the wait, Schaffer said council is pleased with the result — a fitness facility that offers residents an opportunity to gather in a social hub at the centre of town.

“The track is probably the element that is really important,

aspect (of the facility) is that it’s paid for,” Schaffer added.

While acknowledging the City’s share of funding from the casino has played a large part in that, he also credits staff for “working extremely hard on priorities.

“It’s just being prudent and looking at the community as a whole.

“It’s involved a lot of time and effort on the part of staff . . . They’ve really put their hearts into it.”

The official opening of the new Timms Community Centre will take place between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 24.

For those who just can’t wait the extra two days, the facility will open to the public without fanfare on Monday, Feb. 22.

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Bed closures at LMH as health authority shifts aging patients to residential care Retired nurse says staff were told LMH will lose 12 beds, while FHA says actual numbers will depend on patient volumes DAN FER GUSON Tim es Reporter

Langley Memorial Hospital (LMH) will close a number of hospital beds as a result of a Fraser Health Authority (FHA) decision to shift aging patients out of hospitals and into hundreds of planned new residential care beds.

Tasleem Juma, a spokesperson for the authority, said she was unable to provide an exact number of bed closures at the Langley hospital because it will depend on patient volume.

“In terms of bed numbers, these ebb and flow each day and each site will do what makes sense for their patient population,” Juma told The Times.

“What I can tell you is that, at Langley Memorial Hospital, these bed reductions will mean improving our infection control measures by converting some of our four-bed rooms into three-bed rooms.”

Juma said the FHA has already recruited and hired more staff for home health services for seniors.

“We are also increasing the number of nurse practitioners to better support seniors in the community and at the hospi-

tal,” Juma said.

A retired nurse told The Times that staff at LMH were informed 12 beds in the 203-bed hospital will be closed — eight surgical and four medical (for non-surgical cases).

They were advised of the closures earlier this month, said Lindsay Gri, who is a retired Registered Nurse and former patient care co-ordinator.

Gri said LMH is the first hospital in the FHA to make the cuts (the FHA’s Juma could not confirm that when asked by The Times).

“It’s already started,” Gri said.

“They’re reducing two beds each week (at LMH). They haven’t got the resources in the community but they’re already closing the beds.”

Gri said the loss of the hospital beds will mean more patients occupying ER beds and more people going home from hospital sooner than they should.

The plan announced by the FHA will close 80 hospital beds at 10 hospitals over the next six months while simultaneously opening 400 new residential care beds.

The FHA said the region will see a net increase in combined

residential and acute care beds and a net increase in jobs.

Ten new hospice beds are also being opened.

B.C. Nurses Union president Gayle Duteil opposed the plan, saying hospitals were already heavily congested before the planned shift in resources.

“Last week we saw a record high number of patients waiting for beds in wards,” Duteil said.

“Some patients were waiting in the ER for upwards of four hours just to be triaged. That is not safe patient care.”

She also questioned whether enough nurses are working in community care to handle the new patients.

Fraser has long pursued a “home is best” long-range strategy to decongest hospitals but that took on renewed urgency in 2013 whe n Health Minister Terry Lake ordered a review after the health region repeatedly failed to stay within its budget.

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What’s in a name?

A new, state-of the-art Timms Community Centre will open next week in Langley City.

As the big day approaches, we’ve been wondering about the origins of the building’s name.

What is the story of the family upon whom the honour was bestowed many years ago?

The tale, as it turns out, dates back more than a century.

George Young Timms and his wife Harriet immigrated from England to Toronto in 1873, then relocated to Langley Prairie in 1911.

The family would go on to become a major force in the community.

Their story is told by historian Warren F. Sommer in “From Prairie to City: A history of the City of Langley.”

George and Harriet Timms built a large craftsman style home just south of the British Columbia Electric Railway and near the family greenhouses.

It was called Timms house, and it was considered one of the “largest and grandest houses in the municipality,” Sommer writes.

The Timms family business grew into one of the largest wholesale flower operations in North America.

George Y. Timms also ran a printing business and published one of the first Langley newspapers, known variously as the Langley Journal and the Langley Press.

A picture of G.Y. Timms at the time shows him posing in front of the movie theatre operated by one of his sons, Edward J. Timms.

Next to the “Photoplay” sign behind the elder Timms, the theatre offers to sell patrons tobacco, ice cream and soft drinks.

It was the first motion picture cinema in Langley and it ran silent films with a piano providing the soundtrack.

When the piano was upgraded to an organ in 1924, the New Westminster Weekly Columbian gushed that it would be “capable of producing many splendid effects” for films like “The Arab” starring Ramon Navaro.

The son was more interested in theatre than greenhouses, it appeared, and E.J. Timms went on to sell the greenhouse business while he continued to operate his movie theatre and dabble in land development.

He also operated Langley’s first restaurant, a tea room, out of the Theatre Block where the movies played.

The tea room would became the Timms’ Grocerteria, which sold Fraser Valley butter for 45 cents a pound, choice bulk tea for 60 cents a pound and a 10-pound bag of sugar for 79 cents.

The Theatre block, a multipurpose building if there ever was one, also rented space to the community’s first drug store in 1920.

No surprise then, that the family name would end up adorning a more modern multi-purpose facility.

Next week, the latest version of the Timms Community Centre will hold a soft opening on Monday, with an official opening on Wednesday.

The $14.3 million, 35,000-square-foot building is a marvelous addition to the civic amenities provided by the city, one worthy of the name, Timms.

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They’re just doing their job I was honoured recently to farming community. attend an awards ceremony for We knew them all by name the Langley detachment of the and they lived in the commuRCMP. nity, became members of the The ceremony is held annualservice clubs, coached sports ly to present the RCMP service teams, shopped and went to awards, the Officer in Charge church here. commendations and long-serWe young boys got to know vice awards. which ones were serious and C M GREGOR As a proud Canadian, I am who had a sense of humour. always impressed with events We knew which buildings or such as this where the maple fences they parked behind and Jim McGregor leaf is accented by the highly we got to know who gave out recognizable red serge. warnings and who gave out The march in of the dignitaries, offi- tickets and they got to recognize our cers and members is always very im- cars and knew where we lived. pressive.

But regardless of their temperaments The staff that organized the event did or personalities we respected them bea fantastic job and made it a memora- cause they were members of the Royal ble experience for the participants, the Canadian Mounted Police and that’s recipients and the audience. what we had been taught to do.

As I watched the seats fill up with Over the years in the fire service, I more than 65 regular and auxiliary met many fine men and women in that members, my mind drifted back to the uniform who I enjoyed working with much simpler Langley I grew up in. at fire scenes or community events and This night, the detachment was rep- I knew many that retired never having resented by its superintendent and pulled their revolvers from their holeven though there were many mem- sters, but still maintained the right and bers here, we knew there were many always got their man. more out on duty in the community.

During the ceremony I was somewhat I can recall when the top ranking of- surprised when I saw members being ficer here was a staff sergeant, backed recognized for many occurrences that I up by a corporal and a handful of mem- hadn’t heard of in our community. bers that protected the predominantly Two female members had successful-

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ly performed CPR and revived a patient but I don’t remember seeing that on the six o’clock news.

One member prevented a man from jumping from a third floor window.

Another constable was at a school and recognized that a young girl was showing signs of an overdose and hearing that the ambulance was to be delayed she put her in her car and took her to the hospital and saved her life.

An entire shift, including the dispatchers, were recognized for their exemplary conduct in evacuating an apartment complex that was being threatened by a fire and getting the people to safety.

I never saw that story. It seems only the negative stories make the front page or the evening news.

Supt. Murray Power pointed out that often split second decisions have to be made in extreme circumstances and it happens every shift, every day.

The actions recognized here were a result of people using their training and doing their job.

Next time you get a chance, stop and shake a member’s hand and thank them for the job they do.

That doesn’t happen often and it means as much to them as a plaque or a medal.

At least that’s what McGregor says.

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Shopper It’s time for Canada to up mystified by its global aid contribution banishment of guitar player Editor: As a regular shopper at the shopping centre at 20151 Fraser Hwy., I have come to know a wonderful young man named Bruce who often plays his guitar out in front of the space between entrances of the supermarket and the liquor store.

Being a longtime resident and contributor to both the City and the Township, it has always pleased me to see great musicians getting their start on the city streets, and Bruce is no exception.

Bruce plays acceptable music to the public and plays it very well.

He opens his guitar case for donations if people should be so kind and has never solicited money from myself, my husband or the public in general that I am aware of.

He has, in my opinion, become one of the many gifts that gives Langley its great reputation for arts and culture.

It was brought to my attention by one of the local business owners that Bruce was asked to pack up and leave the property.

Although I can understand the need to keep the area clear of panhandlers, I cannot understand the rationale behind this particular decision.

This man is clearly entertaining to the public and not blocking any entrance ways to the businesses at this address.

He is pleasant and humble and not soliciting anything from the customers who shop there.

I would see it a sad disservice to the customers, the businesses at this address and Bruce if this is enforced and therefore am asking that this decision be given further consideration by the committee or person(s) who own this property.

KATHERINE GORDON,

Editor: Under the last 10 years of Conservative rule, Canada’s share of global aid became the lowest of all industrialized nations.

In 2014, the only G7 country with a smaller aid budget than Canada was Italy, which had an unemployment rate of over 12 per cent and whose economy was among the worst in Europe.

The usual argument for this parsimony is it’s somehow better to help Canadians than foreigners, and yet I know of no recognized ethic, religion, or accepted systems of morals that say only help

those that live near you and forget everyone else.

If human life has value, if we believe that every human being has potential, the accident of one’s location of birth shouldn’t be relevant.

Recognizing this, Canada has pledged to spend 0.7 per cent of GDP on foreign assistance.

We are now at less than half that, while our global partners have reached or are close to that goal.

The second usual argument is our weak economy, but despite a

deficit of nearly $200 billion, the UK still met their international obligations in 2014.

At the height of the 2008 recession, Ireland increased its aid, exceeding Canada’s.

The difference between 0.24 and .07 percent is a rounding error in the federal budget, yet means life and death for millions.

The Conservatives and their tight-fisted policies are now gone, and it’s time to fulfill your predecessor’s oaths, Mr. Trudeau.

NATHANIEL POOLE, VICTORIA

Canada has stepped back from ISIS fight Editor: Well, Justin has done it — he has caused this country to step back from its military mission and from an active role in the war on terror.

He has opted instead to provide humanitarian and training aid for our allies who actually are doing the fighting against ISIS. The fact that the Islamic States of Iraq and Syria thugs have murdered thousands by terrorist acts and beheaded thousands more innocent people has scared Justin off.

Never has there been a greater threat to civilization, and a scarier and more barbaric opponent than

ISIS where the philosophy of life is from a 1,000 years in the past and where a human life means little if anything.

To add to our shame, Justin has caused our NATO allies to snub Canada and to not invite this country to NATO meetings and conferences.

For the first time in my lifetime I am truly ashamed to be a Canadian.

But then this is a democracy and Justin was elected by the Canadian electorate.

The fault is therefore ours.

GORD WEITZEL, LANGLEY

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Council has nothing to do with shortage of hay Editor: Re: ‘Poorly planned land development is directly to blame for high cost of hay’ (The Times, Feb. 10).

F. Steinfeld says animals are starving due to a shortage of hay and tries to blame it on the mayor and council.

Lashing out with specious arguments, looking to blame others, won’t provide a low-cost supply of hay. It has nothing to do with council.

The Township has never tried to tell

people where they must locate their house on acreage or regulate its size, other than setbacks and percentage lot coverage.

So far, farming in Canada remains a private enterprise activity and hay is a free market commodity item.

Most farmers ensure they have an adequate supply of feed for their own animals and may sell off any extra.

Normally in the Ag sector, if a non-grow-

er wants to ensure a supply of feed for their animals, they can make ‘futures contract’ arrangements at pre-agreed prices with growers.

She goes on to complain about development displacing trees but her own house and accessory buildings probably once had trees there.

Farmers had to clear the land to provide fields to grow hay and other products.

She complains about more C02 but

greenhouses inject three to four times more C02 (than ambient 400 ppm in the atmosphere) to grow the plants healthier and people work inside the greenhouses for many years with no ill effects.

More C02 would grow hay faster and with less water.

ROLAND SEGUIN, FERNRIDGE

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Willoughby will feel the effect of the B.C. budget Projected increase in housing under $750,000 not properly supported by infrastructure The provincial budget will pressure to rezone land for have a significant effect on new developments.

Langley, particularly WilThere will be other presloughby. sures as well. Schools will That’s because of how the be even more overcrowded. province has chosen to react The provincial government to the growing furore over knows that there is a need the lack of housing affordfor more schools but has ability. been very slow in approvTIMELY It is not boosting the level ing funds for new ones. R.E. at which the property pur- opinions Mountain Secondary, in parchase tax stays at one per Frank Bucholtz ticularly, is badly overcrowdcent ($200,000) and it is not ed. boosting the exemption for firstThen there is the issue of transtime buyers (it only applies to prop- portation. Willoughby is very badly erty valued at a maximum $475,000). served by transit. The thousands Instead, it is eliminating property of residents who live along the 208 purchase tax entirely on new homes Street corridor have no access to valued at $750,000 or less. To make transit. Thus families moving into up for the income loss (and that’s townhouses and detached homes what the government really cares there need to have at least two veabout), it will boost the property hicles. This puts pressure on that purchase tax to three per cent on street, which is one lane for much of properties valued at $2 million or its distance. more. While this boost in taxes on While there are buses along 200 the wealthy is welcome and long Street, and the Carvolth Exchange is overdue, the government’s refusal located at the northerly edge of Wilto do any other tinkering with the loughby, most residents in the area property purchase tax and little else cannot walk to a nearby bus stop to on the housing front is far short of take transit. If the area grows drathe response that is needed. matically, as it will likely do as long The property purchase tax has as housing prices keep skyrocketing been in place, virtually unchanged, in Vancouver and nearby cities and since its introduction by the Social interest rates stay low, this transit Credit government of Bill Vander deficit will continue to grow.

Zalm in 1988.

Government-funded institutions The government’s resistance to like Langley Memorial Hospital will change shows that revenue is far also feel the pressure of added popmore important to it than moves to ulation. There are no immediate make it easier for younger people plans for additions to LMH. to buy homes, or incentives to build The property purchase tax exemprental housing. tion will also spur redevelopment in Willoughby is the one area of Langley City, where there have been Langley with significant land for a number of multi-family projects new housing. Detached homes were built in recent years. There will also the primary type of housing built be more development in Murraywhen Willoughby first started de- ville. veloping more than 15 years ago. In Overall, the BC Liberal governrecent years, the trend has been to- ment’s changes to housing taxes wards townhouses. will have a significant effect on Almost every home sold in Wil- Langley’s population, schools, transloughby in the past year or two has portation systems and hospital. been valued under $750,000, so it is Beyond that, the budget will have obvious that this exemption from little effect on most Langley resithe property purchase tax will be dents. Most will likely pay more in very good for builders, developers Medical Services Premiums, as the and realtors working in Willoughby. reductions announced are targetIt will also be good for those who ed primarily at single-parent famibuy. They don’t have to be first-time lies. Most B.C. residents pay plenty buyers, and the only requirement is of taxes and user fees already, but that they are Canadian citizens and/ there has been little relief on that or B.C. residents and agree to occupy front. the home for at least a year.

— Frank Bucholtz is a retired editor of This will likely mean a heavier de- the Langley Times his Frankly Speaking mand for homes in Willoughby, al- blog can be found at frankbucholtz@ most right away. There will be more blogspot.ca.

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‘Hidden’ fees on new homes targeted JEF F N AGEL Bl ack Pre s s

The provincial government has served notice it intends to make municipalities share in some of the blame for high housing costs.

Tuesday’s throne speech pledged the province will “work with municipalities to reduce the hidden cost in home purchases, and to make those hidden costs clear and transparent to the home buyer.”

That’s expected to translate into a requirement that home buyers receive a breakdown of how various fees and levies imposed by local governments on developers add to the cost of a new unit.

Premier Christy Clark said she won’t force cities to reduce their fees, which help fund everything from water and sewer lines to parks and social housing.

“We don’t intend to interfere with that,” Clark told reporters. “I think local governments are just as concerned about this as I am.

So hopefully they’ll address their end of it.”

Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson said development cost charges reflect the city and staff cost of dealing with a development, while community amenity charges are invested in new facilities so neighbourhoods keep pace with growth.

“If we’re going to do a whole bunch of growth and not collect that money then we don’t have money to invest in community centres and parks and that,” Robertson warned.

A 2014 study commissioned by the Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association found municipal fees and charges added $17,124 or four per cent to the cost of a typical townhouse across Metro Vancouver.

But that can vary wildly — the study found fees in Surrey added $33,700 or 10 per cent to the cost of each unit in one sample development.

Home builders’ association CEO Bob de Wit said the total additional costs from fees and taxes likely climbs to around 23 per

suburbs.

De Wit noted cities are inconsistent in how high the fees are and what they go towards. Community amenity fees are negotiated in some areas and fixed in others, he added.

“They’re all calculated differently,” he said. “What we like as an industry is predictability.”

Robertson said the only government interventions that make sense to him are luxury or speculation taxes to target the “very high profits that are being harvested from a market that’s growing very fast and punishing people on low and middle incomes who can’t afford to stay.”

The province has signalled it may adjust the property transfer tax to charge more when high-value homes change hands.

The B.C. Liberals have long argued that cities could help the housing affordability crisis on the supply side by giving the green light to denser neighbourhoods and the construction of more units.

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Tuesday’s throne speech pledged that the province will work with municipalities to reduce the hidden cost in home purchases. cent once provincial and federal taxes are added.

“If we can reduce that 23 per cent from all government fees to 15 or 18 per cent, that’s a huge chunk of money for most people and

it could be the difference between not being able to buy at all or buying a house instead of a townhouse or a townhouse instead of a condo,” de Wit said.

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Gold’s Gym is located at 19989 81A Ave. ••• Langley business speaker, writer and trainer Neil Godin is presenting Let’s Talk — a dynamic two-part seminar on March 17 and 31 in Burnaby.

The seminar discusses the business and career benefits of building communication, conflict prevention and resolution skills.

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Aaron Markin wants to go to Europe and he needs your help to do so.

He isn’t asking for money or anything like that. Instead, all he needs is your vote.

Markin is teaming up his friends Sam Sutter and Connor Wong as part of the Red Bull Can You Make It? contest.

The trio are all UBC students, with Markin from Langley, Sutter from Chilliwack and Wong is from White Rock.

The contest is looking for teams from around the world who will be flown to one of five starting points in Europe. Each team will hand over their cash, credit cards and phones in exchange for 24 cans of Red Bull and a smartphone.

The teams will then have one week to make it to the final destination, using the Red Bull to barter for everything they need along the way — food, a place to sleep, transportation to the next location, etc.

Along the way, they will create their own path by visiting checkpoints in European cities, posting photos and videos of their journey and completing as many tasks off the adventure list and receiving support from their followers back home.

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more cans of Red Bull by completing challenges along the way.

The contest is for university students ages 18.

Voting finishes at 8 a.m. next Thursday (Feb. 25).

The top 16 teams from each region or country according to public voting will then be whittled down to four from each.

All of Canada is one region.

Markin figures his team — the West Coast Whalers — will be able to use their hockey

background to work together and succeed if they are chosen.

Markin played through the ranks of the Langley Minor Hockey Association and played junior B with the Aldergrove Kodiaks, serving as the team’s captain last year, before quitting hockey to pursue his studies.

And while he is enjoying his studies, Markin knows an opportunity like this might not come again.

“This is just a completely different experience and a way to see the world in a different way,” he said.

“We are young, and who knows if (in the future) this is something we will be able to

do down the road.

“We just wanted to jump on this.

“We are just three fun-loving guys and if you want to see something entertaining, just put three kids who don’t know much about Europe without any resources and see how far we go,” he said.

The chosen teams will begin their adventure on April 12 and they have until April 19 to reach the final destination.

The winning team will receive an ultimate European summer adventure.

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Empowering BC Businesses

By: Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce the construction trades. Right now, intermunicipal business licenses are moving from a pilot project to a permanent fixture in four Lower Mainland communities; the Chamber network hopes to further build on this success, with a vision of one day having a single cross-B.C. business license.

February 15, 2016, marks the beginning of Chamber of Commerce Week, an opportunity for B.C.’s more than 125 Chambers of Commerce to showcase their hard work on behalf of businesses across the province.

This year, Chambers are celebrating the theme of “Empowering B.C. businesses” – a theme that highlights how Chambers strive to empower and grow each business in their community.

Every day, Chambers actively strengthen local businesses through networking events, mentorship opportunities, professional development activities and other unique programming. Whether hosting events and business awards, supporting young entrepreneurs through mentorship programs, providing community-tailored support such as hospitality training in tourism communities, or organizing unique travel experiences for companies interested in learning more about different international markets, Chambers are sharply focused on empowering each and every member business to succeed.

Simultaneously, the Chamber network – B.C.’s largest business organization – is advocating for policy changes to further drive local businesses’ success.

Right now, for example, B.C.’s Chambers are leading efforts to advocate that the

These are just two positive changes that the Chamber network is leading for B.C. businesses. Among many areas of impact, B.C.’s Chambers have been a leading voice: • encouraging balanced budgets at all levels of government; • calling for a made-in-B.C. value-added tax to support businesses in investing in their own growth; • calling for solutions to B.C.’s skills gap; and As members of the BC Chamber of Commerce, B.C.’s Chambers are part of B.C.’s most extensive business policy development process, creating dozens of new policies annually to enhance B.C. as a business jurisdiction. Pictured here: Executive Director, Lynn Whitehouse, Past President, Kristine Simpson, and Director, Tammy Rea, at the BC Chamber’s 2015 AGM in Prince George, setting the network’s policy agenda.

provincial government maintain a low tax rate for credit unions, which provide a key source of local business financing for communities right across B.C. This is significant because for 44 communities in B.C., there are no alternative lenders. Keeping that credit union tax rate low is critical to seeing sufficient dollars flow into community businesses, both

to launch start-ups and to enable established businesses to secure growth financing.

All of these policy pushes, together with Chambers’ local efforts, empower B.C.’s businesses and drive British Columbians’ success.

Chambers are also leading efforts to establish permanent inter-municipal business licenses. These licenses provide business owners with the geographic flexibility that many need, particularly in areas such as

So as B.C. celebrates Chamber Week, don’t miss the opportunity to swing by your local Chamber and celebrate the many ways that B.C.’s Chambers empower local businesses and strengthen our communities.

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• The chamber network in B.C. is the largest, most broadly based business organization in the province.

The Province has proclaimed Feb. 15-19, 2016, Chamber of Commerce Week in British Columbia.

• There are more than 125 chambers and boards of trade in the BC chamber’s network alone and 36,000 represented businesses.

This proclamation recognizes more than 125 chambers of commerce across the province and the work they do to grow B.C.’s economy and create jobs, Minister of Small Business and Red Tape Reduction Coralee Oakes announced today.

• The BC Chamber of Commerce represents more than 36,000 small, medium and large British Columbia businesses. The chamber is a key partner and works with government to achieve the goal of making British Columbia the most business-friendly jurisdiction in Canada.

This year’s theme, Empowering B.C. Businesses, celebrates the leadership role that chambers play in their local communities where they build links as business advocates and encourage policies that support business and economic development.

In the past year, the B.C. government has worked closely with the BC Chamber of Commerce to ensure small businesses can participate in economic opportunities and that their voices are heard through participation on B.C.’s Small Business Roundtable.

The chamber also helps business owners and their employees develop skills and learn new tools through promotion of the Canada – B.C. Job Grant to its membership.

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Township For the week of February 19, 2016

dates to note

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public programs and events

20338 - 65 Avenue, Langley V2Y 3J1 | 604.534.3211

public open house Williams Neighbourhood Plan

Wednesday, February 24 | 7 - 9pm Agricultural Advisory and Economic Enhancement Committee Civic Facility Murray Creek Meeting Room Wednesday, February 24 | 7 - 9pm Youth Advisory Committee Civic Facility Salmon River Committee Room Monday, February 29 | 7 - 11pm Regular Council Meeting Civic Facility Fraser River Presentation Theatre

www.tol.ca

Calling All Eco-Artists!

The Township of Langley is holding an open house for the Williams Neighbourhood Plan to present background information, a summary of community input received to date, and a draft vision, goals, and neighbourhood design principles for public review and feedback.

Residents, property and business owners, and other stakeholders in the community are all encouraged to attend the open house and provide input.

Turn trash into treasure with our fourth annual Upcycling Design Challenge. Create a unique and interesting piece made from at least 75% found/recovered material.

TELEVISED

Township of Langley Civic Facility 20338 - 65 Avenue, Langley V2Y 3J1 604.534.3211 | tol.ca

langley events centre Coming Events Vancouver Stealth NLL Lacrosse Sat Feb 20 7:00pm vs. Calgary Roughnecks Pre-game party before each home game at 5:30pm in the Fox Hole

Langley Rivermen BCHL Hockey Sun Feb 21 3:00pm vs. Victoria Grizzlies Final regular season game – Fan Appreciation Night

Trinity Western Spartans CIS University Volleyball Fri

Feb 19 vs. UBC 6:00pm Women’s 8:00pm Men’s Sat Feb 20 vs. UBC 5:00pm Women’s 7:00pm Men’s

Valley West Hawks BC Major Midget Boys’ Hockey Sun Feb 21 9:00am vs. South Island Royals

2016 TELUS Junior Boys Provincial Basketball Invitational Tournament Feb 27–Mar 1 The Langley Events Centre is located at 7888 - 200 Street For ticket information, contact Langley Events Centre 604.882.8800 • LangleyEventsCentre.com

public notice Boat Launch Closure Notice Please be advised that the Marina Park boat launch in Fort Langley will be closed to motorized watercraft from 6am – 3pm on Saturday, March 5 for the University of the Fraser Valley Cascade Athletic’s “Head of the Fort” race on the Bedford Channel.

We apologize for any inconvenience.

Scott Johnson Parks Services Coordinator 604.532.3538

There is $1,300 in cash and prizes to be won!

Contest entries will be displayed at an exhibit at the Willowbrook Shopping Centre from Tuesday, April 19 to Sunday, May 1.

Come see the display and vote for your favourite piece.

Prizes will be awarded at an evening reception on Thursday, April 28, 6 to 9pm.

Deadline for submissions is Saturday, April 9.

For more information visit tol.ca/upcycling or call 604.532.7300.

Engineering Division 604.532.7300

public notices Water Main Flushing As part of our maintenance program, the municipal Water Department will be flushing water mains within the dates shown below. Water main flushing is weather dependent and we are unable to provide a specific date for when it will occur in your area.

As a result of this flushing, you may notice changes in water pressure and there may be some discolouration or sediment in the water.

This is a temporary condition and is not a health hazard. To avoid inconvenience, please check the water before doing laundry. You may wish to keep water in the refrigerator for drinking and cooking.

Willoughby: Monday, February 22 – Friday, April 1 North Willoughby (Yorkson) and Northwest Langley: Monday, February 22 – Friday, April 8 Aldergrove/Gloucester/Salmon River Uplands: Monday, February 22 – Friday, April 15 Willowbrook: Friday, April 1 – Friday, April 29 Fort Langley/Forest Knolls/Milner: Friday, April 8 – Friday, May 6 Engineering Division 604.532.7300 opsinfo@tol.ca

Curbside Collection Services in Winter Conditions When winter conditions such as snow and icy roads affect curbside collection services, residents are asked to ensure their cans are still visible and leave their garbage, recycling, and Green Can out for the day. The contractor will do its best to pick up the material before the end of the day.

There are a few easy ways you can find out if you should bring materials back in at the end of the day or put it out for the following week: 1. Visit tol.ca/garbage and sign up for a weekly collection reminder and be notified by email or phone 2. View an updated list of collection delays at http://sierrawaste.ca/ township-of-langley 3. Call 604.530.3939 for updates Engineering Division 604.532.7300 opsinfo@tol.ca

Composting: Nature’s Recycling Help the environment and get great soil for your garden by using a backyard composter.

Township residents can get a backyard composter for $25. They can be purchased at the Civic Facility or Operations Centre during regular operating hours.

Engineering Division 604.532.7300

Date: Monday, February 22 Time: 4 - 8pm Place: Langley Events Centre, Banquet Hall Address: 7888 - 200 Street Background material on the Williams Neighbourhood Plan is available on the Township’s website at tol.ca/Williams.

Community Development Division 604.533.6034 WilliamsNP@tol.ca

public notices Heritage Building Incentive Program The Heritage Building Incentive Program is designed to assist with the costs of restoring, repairing, and maintaining eligible heritage buildings within the Township of Langley.

Grants are available to property owners of heritage buildings included in the Township of Langley’s Inventory of Heritage Resources. The next deadline for the grant program is Friday, March 4, 2016 at 4:30pm. For an application form, visit the Township of Langley website at tol.ca/hbip.

Elaine Horricks Heritage Planner 604.533.6176

Council Meetings Broadcast Live Via Web Streaming Regular meetings of Township of Langley Council can be viewed live via the Internet. Log on to tol.ca/webstream to watch web streaming coverage of meetings in progress and/or to search for archived meetings.

Check tol.ca and the Township Page for a list of scheduled regular Council meetings that will be web streamed.

Legislative Services Department 604.533.6100 legservicesinfo@tol.ca

After-Hours Emergency Contact 604.543.6700

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HOME BUYING OPTIONS

“The best way millennials can prepare for the future of the housing market is by consulting a professional who can sit down and answer whatever questions they may have.”

NEW HOME DEVELOPMENT

Many paths remain available to owning a home

People seek the long-term benefit of home ownership

By Nicolle Hodges Whether you are a millennial looking to move out, or you’re planning for retirement, we all want a place to call home.

While January tends to see a slow down, so far demand for Fraser Valley homes hasn’t let up at all.

The MLS® HPI benchmark price of a Fraser Valley single family detached home in January was $689,300 – an increase of 20.6 per cent compared to January 2015 when it was $571,700.

“When I bought my house in 1995 I paid $159,000,” says 51-year-old Petra Niemeyer. “This year's property assessment is about $345,000 a $5,000 increase compared to last year. I rent rooms so I can afford the mortgage and have the luxury of having a backyard and a garden.”

Niemeyer plans to use her home as her retirement plan, which isn’t an uncommon option for many like her who have yet to contribute to an RRSP. That being said, knowing what she does now about the market, if she could give her 20-year-old self one piece of advice it would be to save, save, save.

“Owning a house is definitely a luxury many can't afford,” she says. “I believe that some cultures have it right by living together with family or having a suite in the basement as a mortgage helper.”

The average price of a home in Abbotsford is $509,100; in Surrey prices sit at $690,200 and in Langley it's $698,400.

For millennials entering the market, Jorda Maisey, President of the Fraser Valley Real Estate Board says that realistically, a twenty-

something individual or couple won’t be able to afford a detached home in the heart of somewhere like Langley right off the bat.

“However, a Realtor can help you look at townhouses in Cloverdale for just over $300,000, or apartments in Abbotsford for under $150,000,” she adds.

For 26-year-old Janelle Cumiskey, buying a house in Abbotsford is a huge priority.

“The biggest thing for me is to establish myself with credit so I can go get a mortgage when I am ready,” she says. “I am interested in buying a house one day, but hopefully, it can be when I am married so we can split the down payment.”

While it may be a tough time to be a first-time homebuyer, Maisey says that it’s not necessarily causing young people to live at home or rent for longer than average.

“People want to own a home, and see the longterm benefit of having one – financially, and personally,” she says. “Although, I am seeing a lot of younger home buyers and first-time purchasers who are taking their time and getting established before making that step. Whether that’s starting a family, securing a long-term job, or getting used to the neighbourhood, there’s many reasons why millennials may ‘hold back’ rather than take the plunge early.”

Luckily for Kristin Stewart (24) and her boyfriend Travis Holloway (29), who just bought their first place in Abbotsford, they had a little help.

“We knew that it was something we wanted to do sooner rather than later,” says Stewart. “Travis’s dad gave us $50,000 for a down payment, so that also made it more affordable for us.”

She adds that since it’s so expensive to buy a

house these days, they don’t think they could have afforded it as this point was with help.

The best way millennials can prepare for the future of the housing market is by consulting a professional who can sit down and answer whatever questions they may have.

“This is the biggest purchase of your life, so feeling informed and supported is critical,” says Maisey. “It’s equally important to get your foot in the door and to feel good about that purchase. You want to cherish your first home rather than purchasing it for the sake of owning something. Again, consult a Realtor, and find the best fit for your situation.”

Although it’s impossible to forecast the changes in the housing market over the next 5-10 years, Maisey advises being smart and knowing your needs and limits so that you can find the best fit for a first home.

“Things move so quickly, and it’s shaped by so many factors, that trying to predict what will happen even a few months from now is fruitless,” she says. “The important thing is to understand what’s happening now and how it impacts your home or your path to owning one.”

There are a lot of options.

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Wolstencroft Realty 604.530.0231 #110 - 19925 Willowbrook Drive, Langley www.royallepage.ca

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR

2015 TOP PERFORMERS LEO RONSE

TRACEY BOSCH

JAMIE SCHREDER

Lifetime National Chairman’s Club Lifetime Award of Excellence Diamond Award #1 RLP National Individual #1 RLP BC Individual #3 Top 1% F.V.R.E.B. MLS Medallion

Lifetime National Chairman’s Club Lifetime Award of Excellence Diamond Award # 2 RLP National Individual # 2 RLP BC Individual #4 Top 1% F.V.R.E.B. MLS Medallion

Award of Excellence Diamond Award #4 Commercial Production FVREB F.V.R.E.B. MLS Medallion

Tom Devlin

Eleanor Wrigley

Sharon Hwang

Diamond Award, MLS Medallion

Diamond Award, MLS Medallion

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Jan DeRuiter

Dave Jarvis

Paul Klann

Terry Stephenson

Clayton Lindberg

Solon Bucholtz

Michele Cummins

Diamond Award, Award of Excellence

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Diamond Award, Award of Excellence, MLS Medallion

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Jamie Ruscheinski

Kyle Getty

Jesse Woodruff

Andy Schiller

Karen Weber

Director’s Platinum, MLS Medallion

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Director’s Platinum, Lifetime Award of Excellence, MLS Medallion

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Vicky Scott

Geoff Norris

Diamond Award, Award of Excellence, MLS Medallion

Diamond Award, Lifetime Award of Excellence, MLS Medallion

Don Tebbutt

Tucker McClean

Raymond Woodruff

Amber Pogue

Sheri Warzel

Jennifer Trentadue

Justin Baillargeon

Karen Krinbill

Gabe Kadoranian

Lindsay Standell

Director’s Platinum, MLS Medallion

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Director’s Platinum, Award of Excellence, MLS Medallion

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President’s Gold

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Jamie Hucul

Stephanie Porter

Andrea Hammond

Paul Frost

Dave Masson

Susan Parsons

Dan VanderHoek

Albert Selina

Rod Boss

Vickie Mitchell

President’s Gold

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President’s Gold, MLS Medallion

Master Sales

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Chris McRae

Ken Hunter

Janine Mazzalupi

Amy Belliveau

Sophia Kim

Sue Robb

Suzanne Ryan

Lisa McPherson

Lew Murphy

Johanna Belloch

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Herb Klein

Maureen Klein

Clayton Lindberg

Stephanie Bentley

Dave Masson

Tom Devlin PREC

Sophia Kim

Jason Daniels

Sheri Warzel & Jennifer Trentadue

#110, 19925 Willowbrook Dr., Langley royallepagelangley.ca

Keith MacDonald

604.530.0231

Wolstencroft Realty

5653 Sundale Grove, Cloverdale

Waterford Place, located in the heart of White Rock and within walking distance to uptown amenities and the beautiful Oceanside promenade. This home boasts granite and S/S kitchen with Euro custom cabinets, H/W floors, spa like bathrooms with heated floors all reflecting a West Coast Inspired design. Custom LED lighting throughout adds an amazing touch to this fantastic home as well as Central AC and a large walk in closet in Master!

Enjoy solitude on your private balcony while relaxing at the end of your day. This home contains many thoughtful details and is designed with seaside living in mind. Don’t miss out on the AMAZING property! Keep Calm and Call for your private viewing!

450,000

$

Tom Devlin PREC 604.530.0231

Beautiful 4 bedroom and den in desirable sunrise golf area. This split level family home features plenty of room for a large family to spread out though out the home.

This has fully landscaped yard front to back with a large gazebo off the back patio for those hot summer days. Over 7100 sq ft lot with room to park a large RV beside the house. Stop by this weekend and let me know if this place feels like home to you.

Susi Buchin

Cindy Wilson

798,800

$

Welcome to Madison Place! This large open 2 bdrm , 2 bath, 2 parking TOP FLOOR, CORNER unit is located only minutes to everything. Stainless appliances, over the range microwave, undermount sink , granite counters, A/C unit, in-suite laundry. Master bdrm w/his & hers closets & ensuite with oversized shower. Amenities incl lounge, library & gym. Gated underground parking & storage locker. 1 pet allowed, dog 45 cm to the shoulder. Great location - transit at your doorstep.

Walk to shopping, dining, entertainment, parks & nature trails.

Maintenance fee $261.61. Buyer receives 6 months free maintenance adjusted on the statement of adjustment.

Amber Pogue

Popular Madison Park Family Home! Corner lot w/ tons of room for everyone (5 bdrms in total); 2 storey w/bsmt home will not disappoint! Enter into a grand foyer & there is a beautiful formal living rm PLUS large family/great rm AND private dining rm too! Kitchen is perfect for entertaining w/newer appliances and a pantry. Upstairs are generous sized bdrms & Master bdrm w/spa inspired ensuite, large walk-in closet,& laundry. Madison Park is perfectly located close to everything Walnut Grove has to offer yet tucked away too. A stone’s throw to Redwoods golf course & walkable to great schools & shopping galore.

NEW LISTING!

899,880

$

Jen & Sheri 604-530-0231

Marion Brooks

214,700

$

Karen Weber 604.530.0231

Susan Robb

23008 Jenny Lewis Avenue, Langley

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20 • 1-3 PM 8985 217th Street, Langley

775,000

$

MADISON PLACE - #407 19730 56 Ave

JUST LISTED!

Tracey Bosch 604-539-SOLD (7653)

Derek Barichievy Property Mgnt

Kare Vernon 604-308-1363

24686 56 Avenue, Salmon River, Langley PRIVATE PARKLIKE 0.66 ACRE. This split entry 2040 sqft home features multiple updates. Large living, dining rm & kitchen open plan. Updated kitchen with newer appliances and lots of counter space. New h/w tank, vinyl windows, deck cover, newer roof and updated plumbing. Large back deck (23’ x 12’) is perfect for BBQ’s and family gatherings. Good sized master and additional bdrm on main floor. Downstairs features HUGE rec rm, 2 more bdrms & laundry. Property has an attached single garage plus a BONUS detached 26 x 24 heated workshop built in 2009 with 100amp service, 6” concrete slab, and 220 heat. Fully fenced backyard for your pets.

Backing onto a ravine for fabulous privacy. Excellent location only minutes to the freeway & Langley City.

Jayme Russell

OPEN HOUSE FEBRUARY 20th & 21st • 2-4 PM

#207 15164 Prospect Avenue, White Rock

Jennifer Mathieson

Jamie Ruscheinski PREC Justin Baillargeon PREC

Jump into BEDFORD LANDING! Amazing Family home in an Amazing community. 4 bedrooms, 4 baths on a quiet street in this River Front development. Stroll through Fort Langley or along the banks of the Fraser River and enjoy everything that this quaint Village has to offer. Check out all the pictures at TEBBUTT.com and make an appointment to view this one in person.

Sam Otter

888,500

$

Don Tebbutt 604.649.0235 4255 200 Street, Brookswood, Langley ENTER through your Iron Gates and come and see this BROOKSWOOD RANCHER! Set back over 100ft with large lot over 15,000 sq ft 2 year new roof, furnace 2009, hot water tank 2014, new windows, large STORAGE ATTIC with custom built ladder. Walk into your OPEN floor plan w/hardwood floors, renovated kitchen w/maple cabinets, Moen faucets and more. Master bath renovated (2011) and large master walk-in closet for all your belongings. ENJOY the GAMES ROOM w/ pool table for entertaining, a bright large SUNROOM facing backyard awaiting your ideas, hot tub, storage shed and attached WORKSHOP for the car buff in the family.... Walk to grocery store, Starbucks, restaurants and more. Book your private showing now!!!

Brennan Bates

Property Management Our fully licensed Property Management division provides owners with that special peace of mind.

For professional rental property management contact me today!

604.530.0231 dbarichievy@shaw.ca

Scott Strudwick PREC

Serving our clients with respect and integrity.

Helping you is what we do.

Derek Barichievy

derekbarichievy.com

It is with great pleasure that Royal LePage Wolstencroft announces that CRIS LEONARD joined our team of Professional Realtors! As an Owner and Operator of multiple and diverse business’s CRIS knows the importance of strong attention to detail and clear dedication to customer service.

CRIS is also involved the Rotary Club, the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce and the Burr Theatre Society. If you are thinking of making a move and just need information on Real Estate, give CRIS a call 604.220.2765!

Raymond Woodruff

Leo Ronse 604-790-0231

Richelle Roberts

Alice Rabb

Scott Napier

Vicky Scott

Cris Leonard

OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY • 2-4 PM

22944 Old Yale Road, Langley This Spectacular Country Estate once used to be a part of the BC railway. A gated & private 2.65 acres with custom built 6800 sf home. Featuring grand foyer with 30’ ceilings, great rm w/ Dbl sided f/p, massive kitchen w/ Wolf & Sub Zero appliances, wine fridge, dining nook, & breakfast nook. Master bdrm/ ensuite is a retreat w/walk-in glass shower, soaker tub, and his/ her finishings. Additional 4 bdrms all have ensuites, hobby rm, games rm, & office. Unparalleled outdoor living with approx.

2,000 sf of stamped concrete, inground pool, hot tub & covered BBQ/outdoor kitchen area. Dbl garage PLUS 45x45 garage w/ 10’ doors & deluxe man cave/home office area above.

Gord Scott

Welcome Aboard!

Do you need your Investment protected?

Gurjinder Bhurji

749,000

$

Bosch PREC RassakTracey & Rassak 604-530-0231

Suzanne Ryan

Tucker McClean

Jerry Stepanyak

18127 Claytonhill Drive, Clayton Hill, Surrey

3,000,000

$

Karen Weber

Miriam Testini

SUBDIVIDABLE & truly beautiful .46 ACRE featuring a STUNNING & IMMACULATE TRADITIONAL STYLE HOME built by original owners; warmly & tastefully appointed throughout over 2500 sq ft, 4 bdrms, big RECREATION ROOM plus a large ‘real guy’s garage’. LIVE WELL & INVEST WELL on this near half acre. Grow your family in comfort on this RH (half acre zoned) property develop later or BUILD TWO NEW HOUSES now! GREAT AREA !!

Chris Shea 604-808-5732

Cecelia Tinkle PREC

Christie Grice

Rinesh Anand

Jamie Hucul

1,495,000

$

Lisa & Arthur Rassak

Rod Boss

Tracey Bosch PREC

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Eleanor Wrigley Team

Julia MacWilliams

Kare Vernon

Stephanie Porter

Pat Gagnon

Kyle Getty PREC

Susan Parsons

Andy Schiller PREC Property Mgnt

Lori Stead

Katu Sola

Maryla Kaspryzszak

Angie Caruso

#110, 19925 Willowbrook Dr., Langley royallepagelangley.ca

Paul Frost

604.530.0231

Wolstencroft Realty

4431 208 Street, Langley City, Langley

Karen Krinbill

Well kept rancher with loft on almost 15,000 sf lot in the City (not on septic). This quaint rancher with loft offers a private fenced yard, room for toys, RV and more. Boasting a 30 x 30 shop with 10 foot ceiling and double sliding doors, plus office area on top, beside shop is a single out building 12 x 20. The home is set back from the road, offers a very private setting.

Upgrades include newer roof, some new windows, flooring and paint. The home offers an open kitchen concept over looking family room. Great starter home on large lot with endless possibilities.

1.37 Acres in Port Kells

619,000

$

Vicky Scott 778-808-0875

245 foot frontage on Harvie Road in the Centre of the Port Kells Community. 1.37 Acres of flat land with ravine in the back. Solid 3 bedroom house needs exterior work but really cozy inside. Huge Workshop with tons of parking allows for great rental income until area is developed.

Build your dream home or wait for Development.

Call Dan today at (604) 657-1310 for details and a private viewing!

Dan VanderHoek 604-657-1310

21615 Monahan Court, Murrayville, Langley Paul Klann

Vickie Mitchell

19624 41A Avenue, Brookswood, Langley, Beautifully updated rancher located on quiet street in Brookswood. This bright and spacious home features vaulted ceilings, media room with surround sound, heated tile floors and lifetime roof. Gated side driveway with room for RV parking, detached garage and security cameras for peace of mind.

Private backyard backing on to Wiser Park with fire pit and Hot Tub. A must see!

Gorgeous Murrayville home on large 8,000+ lot located at end of a cul-de-sac of Executive Homes. This home shows extreme pride in ownership w/over $120k renovations in the past 2 years. Featuring a traditional layout w/beautiful gourmet kitchen, complete w/new granite counters, upgraded high end s/s appliances, new powder room. New hardwood flooring on the main, elegant formal dining rm plus great room w/stacked stone fireplace. Master on the main w/new ensuite bathroom, plus 2nd master on top floor w/hardwood flooring & huge ensuite. The bsmt offers a media room, gym, separate dog wash room, 5th bedroom & family room separate from media room, great for nanny or teenager. Other features inc new not tub, deck, fence, patio & more!

1,039,800

$

Vicky Scott 778-808-0875

Bill Jassal

$

218,000

Turn key & spacious 4 bdrm, 3 bath Brookswood home.

This fabulous bsmt entry home sits on a generous 10,000+ sf lot that has been well cared for & landscaped with tons of parking space. Laminate flooring through out with vaulted ceilings in the living rm. Large master bdrm that includes a 3 pce ensuite. Kitchen features ss appliances with gas range, designer backsplash, lots of cabinets and counter space and sliding door walk out to large covered deck. JESSE OR JUSTIN 604.530.0231

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Jesse Woodruff PREC

3 bedroom townhome in BRYDON PARK. Central location in Langley City. 2 storey with basement home, fenced backyard, children and pet friendly!! Low maintenance fees just $170 per month!! AT THIS PRICE IT WON’T LAST LONG!! $

Karen Krinbill 604-308-1263

185,900

725,000

$

Cory Schreder

Nancy McCabe

Michele Cummins PREC

Chris Shea

Geoff Norris

1,699,900

$

637 264 Street, Langley Just under ½ Acre fully fenced/paced lot Freestanding building 4,004 SF + 1,640 SF Storage lockers • Base Rent $14.24 – C3 Zoning FOR SALE: Brand New – Campbell Heights North Bus. Park 3348 – 190th Street, Surrey • 14 Units Available starting @ $475,000.00+ 1,819 SF+ • Warehouses with office space and washrooms • CD Zoning visit www.JWSREALESTATE.ca for full details

Jamie Schreder PREC 604-530-0231

Clay Martin & Johanna Belloch

550,000

NEW LISTING!

Clayton Lindberg 604.530.0231

COMMERCIAL CORNER Jamie Schreder PREC

$

2547 200th Street, Langley

Geoff Norris

IL- Light Industrial Zoning Fort Professional Building 23160-96th Ave., Langley, BC High traffic heritage-inspired building Ground Floor Retail & 2nd Floor Office Space 3 units available 1,075 – 3196 SF First Year Rates starting @ $19 SF C2 - Community Commercial Zoning Leasing Opportunity in Heart of Aldergrove 26899 Old Yale Rd., Aldergrove, BC Warehouse Opportunity in the heart of Aldergrove

Gabe Kadoranian

Chris McRae

Clayton Lindberg 604.530.0231

2.5 acre with very Strong Future development.

Falls within the Brookswood/Fernridge Plan.

Enjoy today with a strong investment in the near future. Set up as a small hobby farm, with horse stalls, crossed fenced and tack room.

Bring your tools and renovating ideas! Solid basement entry home with 3 bedrooms on the main floor. Newer vinyl windows. Large sundeck off the dining room with great storage room (14 X 9’ 6”) underneath. Detached 26’ X 26’ fully insulated shop with 100 amp service; 200 amp service total to the property. Single car port.

Wide lot with great RV parking on a quiet street. Fenced lot with west exposure back yard. Walk to schools, recreation & shops. Call today!

FOR LEASE: Prime Office/Retail Downtown Langley 5560 & 5562 & 5566 – 204 St., Langley, BC Three units available Total 3,836 SF Base Rent $11.75 C1 - Downtown Commercial Light Industrial Leasing Opportunity 5783-200th St., Langley, BC Excellent exposure to 200th St. 1,250-8,000 SF Base Rent $9.00

SOLD OVER LIST PRICE!

Beyond the Red Door! We find arguably the cutest home! Meticulously maintained with pride of ownership. Private South facing fenced back yard with the Four Firs giving you just the right amount of shade. Additional features include gardens, ornamental and fig tree, 2 sheds, large cedar deck, high end washer/dryer, newish water tank, and flat screen TV. All of this on the Street of the Year 2012. It’s a beauty!!

Brookswood Potential

Lew Murphy

Nell Haygarth

20070 46A Avenue, Langley City, Langley

#12 5351 200 Street, Langley City, Langley Terry Stephenson

819,000

$

3483 200 Street, Brookswood, Langley,

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Langley Lodge New2U sale Feb. 20 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 5451 204 St. Dishes, small appliances, pictures, CDs and much more.

Revenue from purchases help support lodge residents with special programs to improve their quality of life.

Langley Field Naturalists walkabout on Brydon Lagoon Feb. 27 10 a.m. meet up at the 53 Ave. parking lot near 198A St. Leaders: Al Grass and Annabel Griffiths. For more information and to register: 604 538 8774 or 604-530-2778.

Celebration of life remembering late City of Langley Councillor Dave Hall will be held on March 5 at the new Timms Community Centre from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Members of the public are invited to attend the event organized by the Hall family.

Small Animal Rescue Society urgently requires mature, reliable volunteers for help at their rabbit shelter in Aldergrove on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Also for alternate Tuesday evening shift from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Own transportation required. Contact Muriel 604-530-3297.

Modern dance class at Brookswood Senior Citizens Activity centre “Groove with Gina” on Sundays 3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. New instructor back after teaching several years in Fiji. Visit Brookswood.ca or call Gina at 604615-0327 for more information.

FORTified, a mixed Dragonboat team in the Fort Langley Canoe Club, is recruiting new paddlers. If you are physically fit and born in 1965 or earlier, contact Sandy at sandyferguson55@gmail.com or Terry at thelindens@shaw.ca for more information.

Grieving Losses During the Dementia Journey Free Alzheimer Society of B.C. workshop, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Feb. 22 at Douglas Recreation Centre, 20550 Douglas Cres. Preregistration required. Call 604-449-5000.

Golden Agers bowling at West Langley Hall 208 St. and 94 Ave. Monday mornings at 10 a.m. Contact Helen Williams at 604-807-3107.

Langley Concert Band meets Monday nights, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at RE Mountain band room.

Accepting new members with at least one year’s experience. For more info email langleyconcertband@gmail.com.

Port Kells Art Club classes every Monday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. New members welcome.

Annual cost: $30. The club exhibits three to four times per year. Located at 20701 Fraser Hwy. Contact Linda Hamilton at 1-604-2876799.

The Langley Heritage Society meets Feb. 23 at Milner Chapel, 6716 216 St. 7:30 p.m.

Guest speaker Jay Sherwood will talk about his most recent book “Surveying Southern B.C.” and about the prominent B.C. surveyor Frank Swanell, covering the years from 1902 to 1907. His books will be available for sale.

Light refreshments will be provided. For more information go to www.langleyheritage. ca. Non-members please RSVP to info@ langleyheritage.ca.

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Struggle with persistent pain? Feel like pain is holding your life hostage? Join the People in Pain Network, which meets the second Tuesday of the month from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Walnut Grove Vancity branch (103-20159 88 Ave.). For more, go to www.pipain.com or email dick@pipain.com.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Langley United Church, 5673 200 St. For more info phone 604-882-1075. For other daytime chapters near you, phone Linda at 604-4629326 or Jacquie at 604-768-6725.

St. Paddy’s Day dinner and entertainment featuring the Irish Wakers March 9 at Langley Senior Centre. A celebration of songs and dance music of Ireland, with nods to the Canadian Maritimes and to seafarers everywhere. Dinner 5:30 p.m., Entertainment 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Members $35 Non-Members $45. Book tickets at 604-530-3020.

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Fibromyalgia Well Spring Foundation 8th Annual Celebration Dinner on National Fibromyalgia Day. May 12, 5 p.m. at Newlands Golf and Country Club, 21025 48 Ave. Entertainers Darlene Cozart, Olie Olson, Rob Heeland and Nigel Tucker. Silent auction and ticket basket draw. Tickets $75 available at #109 20631 Fraser Hwy.

All That Jazz Workshop introductory dance and fitness class with basic body stretch, light cardio and basic jazz moves, all while learning a simple routine March 4, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Register at Langley Senior Centre by calling 604-530-3020. Members $10. Non-members $15.

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First Capital Chorus is looking for men who love to sing. Rehearsals every Thursday evening from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Willoughby Church, 20525 72 Ave. For more information, call Gord at 604-530-4795 or John at 604-888-0435.

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Six years for Craighead

Metcalfe staying close to home Hillary Metcalfe will swim for UBC following high school DA N F E R G US ON Time s Re po rte r

Langley Knights coach/general manager John Craighead banned from the game until 2021 G ARY AH U J A Tim e s Re po r t e r

John Craighead has been handed a six-year suspension from BC Hockey.

Craighead, the coach and general manager of the junior B Langley Knights, was given the stiff suspension for his behaviour during a game last September.

Craighead confronted the Mission City Outlaws coach on the visitors’ bench during a game at the George Preston Recreation Centre in late September. The confrontation occurred while an on-ice brawl was happening and Craighead said at the time he felt his players were in danger.

The on-ice incident sent several Langley players to hospital.

The suspension was announced in late January (Jan. 30) and will last until September 2021. Craighead had been on an indefinite suspension from the league since the incident.

“BC Hockey is about delivering a safe environment from our players, coaches, officials, parents, fans and administrators, which includes respect for opposing teams,” commented BC Hockey chief executive officer Barry Petrachenko in an emailed statement to the Langley Times.

“This is a necessary step we are taking to ensure we send a clear message to participants that this type of behaviour will not be tolerated.

“We expect our coaches to be leaders and empower players with on and off ice lessons that are inherent to hockey and life skills, including respect, teamwork, leadership and positivity,” said Randy Henderson, the BC Hockey board chair.

“This coach’s actions are contrary to everything BC Hockey wants members to gain from playing hockey.”

After the incident, Craighead had said he took full responsibility for his actions that night and that he had gone to the opposition’s bench for an explanation about why Mission’s older players were targeting the Knights’ youngest players.

Five Langley players and four Mission players were suspended while Outlaws’ coach Brad Veitch was given a 10-game suspension.

Neither Craighead nor the Knights had responded to requests for comment from the Times as of Wednesday afternoon.

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Hillary Metcalfe had her first swim practice when she was four years old.

As she recalls it, her butterfly stroke needed a little work.

“I remember my mom telling me to keep my arms out of the water,” Metcalfe told the Langley Times.

The now-17-year-old Metcalfe has considerably improved her technique since then.

She finished third in the 50 breaststroke and fourth in the 100 breaststroke at the Canadian Age Group Championships last year.

She was also ranked in the top 10 for 15-17 year olds in the short course 50, 100 and 200 breaststroke and the long course 50 and 100 breaststroke.

“I love racing,” she said.

“And I always love having a challenge.”

She is from a family of swimmers, with mom, dad and older sister all competing.

When they holiday in Hawaii, she said the family makes sure pool time is built into their schedule.

Metcalfe has been swimming competitively for the Langley Olympians Swim Club since she was seven.

This year, she will be joining the UBC Thunderbirds for the 2016-17 season.

Metcalfe said she chose UBC because it is the best university team in Canada and close to home.

The UBC Thunderbirds won both the men’s and women’s titles at the 2014-15 CIS Championships.

The swimswam.com website noted that Metcalfe’s best times “would place her either in or on the cusp of making last year’s finals at the CIS Championships in all three breaststroke events.”

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Four Trinity Western Spartan athletic teams find themselves ranked in the top 10 nationally for their respective sports.

Leading the way is the Spartans women’s volleyball team which comes in at No. 3 with a 19-3 record.

The team was tied for first heading into last weekend but a weekend split dropped them down two spots.

The men’s volleyball team, meanwhile, moved up two spots from No. 8 to No. 6 after a pair of straight-sets victories improved the team to 13-9.

And the track and field teams are both ranked, with the women’s holding steady at No. 8 while the Spartans men’s team fell from No. 6 to No. 9.

••• The TWU men’s volleyball team extended their win streak to four matches — without dropping a set in all four — as they swept the Thompson Rivers WolfPack in Kamloops.

The Spartans won 3-0 (25-21,2523,25-19) on Friday and were led

by Ryan Sclater’s 17 kills. Aaron Boettcher had six blocks the first night and another six the next.

On Saturday, they again won 3-0 (25-14,25-23,25-16).

The women’s team was also in Kamloops and after losing 3-1 (25-27,28-26,25-23,27-25) on Fri-

day, they responded with a 3-1 (25-23,25-18,17-25,25-21) victory to earn the split.

Sophie Carpentier tied a team record with 25 kills the first night while Kristin Anton had nine blocks. In Saturday’s win, Elizabeth Wendel had 14 kills and Katelyn Devaney had 11 blocks.

Both Spartan teams wrap up the regular season hosting UBC in a pair of matches at the Langley Events Centre tonight (Friday) and Saturday.

The women’s team has qualified for the playoffs while the men’s team needs one victory to clinch.

••• The Trinity Western track and field athletes returned with a handful of medals from the University of Washington Open meet over the weekend.

Nathan George won a gold in the 600m and silver in the 200m, finishing behind teammate James Linde. Adam Marshall won silver in the 1000m.

Hazel Ross was second in the high jump for the women’s team.

••• A pair of victories over the visiting Manitoba Bisons — 80-62 and 55-48 — have the Trinity Western Spartans in position to qualify for the post-season.

The women’s basketball team improved to 6-12 with the victo-

ries at the Langley Events Centre.

TWU trailed 46-45 with under five minutes to go in the second game before seizing the game with a 10-0 run. Luca Schmidt came up clutch as she made six consecutive free throws during that stretch.

Jessie Brown and Tessa Ratzlaff led the Spartans with a dozen points apiece. The first game saw Kayla Gordon lead the way with 16 points while Brown had 15.

The team plays in Lethbridge for a pair of games to close the regular season.

The men’s team will also wrap up the regular season in Lethbridge. They fell to 1-17 after losing 101-67 and 91-87 against Manitoba.

••• Despite a 44-29 shot advantage, the Trinity Western Spartans could not get the victory, falling 3-2 in a shootout to the SFU Clan on Saturday night in Burnaby.

Jamie Russell scored in the third period to force overtime to get the Spartans (11-7-0-2) a single point, which puts them four back of second place and six back of SFU for top spot in the B.C. Intercollegiate Hockey League.

PJ Buys had the other TWU goal.

The team has a pair of road games this weekend against Eastern Washington.

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A team of synchronized skaters from the Langley Figure Skating Club is off to the national championships.

Super Novas, a team of 12 Lower Mainland girls between the ages of 11 and 17, will go for gold this weekend in Waterloo, Ont. at the Canadian national championships. The team’s performance features them skating to Thin Red Line by Glass Tiger, Toy Soldier by Martika and Stereo Soldier by Little Mix. Their routine was choreographed by Lee Chandler, the former captain of NEXXICE, the Canadian synchronized skating team which won the 2015 world championship title.

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Keira Berreth was her team’s recipient of the Fair Play Award.

Berreth is a member of the Langley Thunder U12 girls field lacrosse team, which competed at the provincial championships earlier this month (Feb. 6 to 8).

The championships were held at Port Coquitlam’s Gates Park.

Langley coach Charlie Jones also won the Fair Play coach’s award.

The Thunder placed sixth at the championships.

••• A list of gold-medalling winning players provided to the Langley Times inadvertently omitted Connor Watson in last week’s newspaper.

Watson and his Langley Thunder team-

mates captured the gold medal at the B.C. Lacrosse Association U18 tier 1 field lacrosse championships.

The championships were held at Willoughby Community Park Feb. 5 to 8. Langley beat Coquitlam in the final.

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Rhythmic gymnastics — Victoria Kolganov and Theodora Petrova (athletes).

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Speed skating — Elle Bush and William Park (athletes).

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With the B.C. Winter Games just around the corner, Langley will be well represented when the Games begin in Penticton.

The competition runs Feb. 25-28 and will feature 59 athletes, 10 coaches and officials, and another four adult supervisors from Langley, Fort Langley and Aldergrove.

The athletes and coaches are part of Zone 3 (Fraser Valley).

Archery — Jesse Meister (athlete); Dave Sanquist (coach).

Badminton — Jordyn Macadams (athlete).

Special Olympics basketball — Christian Burton, Jacob Fettes, Christopher Lakusta, Kyle Litfin and Ryerson Shelvey (athletes); Bruce Shelvey (coach) and Nicole Grainger (adult supervisor).

Wheelchair basketball — Joel Aukema and Tanner Jung (athletes); Nadene Jung (adult supervisor).

Biathlon — Emmanuel Bussani (athlete); Lori Bussani (assistant coach).

Curling — Brenin Moore and Karson Van Baar (athletes); Wayne Moore (head coach).

Diving — Sarah Butt, Ella Davidson, Jaedon Jones, Kaya Kenyon, Emma Klaver, Darin Mellor-Lain, Breanna Nichols, Jessie Nowotny, Jayden Poole and Grayce Vanderwerf (athletes); Kelly Dee (head coach), Lisa Breure (official) and Nikki Kenyon (adult supervisor).

Figure skating — Peyton Molberg (athlete); Patti Graham (adult supervisor).

Gymnastics — Ryder Croome, Maya Crutch, Noah Ichihara, Trevor Ma, Emma Schmor, Luke Van Harmelen and Matthew Woznica (athletes); Jonathan Osers (assistant coach) and Carole Williamson (official).

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The Giants are 10 points away from the final wild-card position in the Western Conference of the Western Hockey League (WHL) with a 21-29-7 record.

The Giants lost twice to the Blazers last weekend, falling 5-0 Friday night at the Pacific Coliseum in Vancouver and 4-3 in overtime a night later in Kamloops.

After mustering no offence in the first game, the Giants jumped ahead 2-0 in game two with David Brum and Alec Baer getting Vancouver on the board.

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straight to take a 3-2 lead after 40 minutes but Ty Ronning tallied his team-leading 29th goal to force overtime.

The Giants play three times this weekend, including a home-and-home with Kelowna which begins tonight (Friday) in Kelowna before the teams play in Vancouver on Saturday at 7 p.m. The Giants also welcome Kamloops to town on Sunday for a 5 p.m. game.

••• It was good news/bad news for the Fraser Valley Thunderbirds.

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The Thunderbirds were in Kelowna over the weekend, where they settled for a pair of ties, playing the Okanagan Rockets to a 1-1 stalemate on Saturday afternoon and then a 3-3 deadlock the following morning.

Kaelen Anderson had the lone Fraser Valley goal in game one while Justin Plett, Justin Hargrave and Logan Hunter scored in game two. Dylan Debruyn had a pair of helpers.

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Fraser Valley is tied for fifth place in the B.C. Major Midget Hockey League with a record of 14-14-8.

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Nothing obvious about the all-new Toyota Prius about gas prices fuelling hybrid sales.”

It would be no more than an unimagAt the risk of incurring the wrath of the inative statement of the obvious to Toyota marketing department (not that describe the all-new 2016 Toyota Prius, it would bother me), that’s going to be as a gas/electric hybrid powered car. a tough sell. The 2016 edition achieves Obvious perhaps because since its still more fuel economy gains and that launch back in 1997 its nameplate has will continue as a purchase persuader. only ever been offered with a hybrid And the price is right, an equal driver power unit. Clever marketing ensured of sales in my opinion: three trims Prius became synonymous with green No surprise starting at $25,995, which is $300 less driving and the badge showed all that than the outgoing owners were environmentally conthat the fourthgen model. scious. Since then, Toyota has sold more generation model is third Opening the doors than 3.5-million Prius models largely on a hybrid but placing reveals some things the strength of that green cred. don’t change. As No surprise that the fourth-generation the emphasis on is the norm, the model is a hybrid but placing the emthat fact is totally instrument panel is in the centre, phasis on that fact is totally inadequate which always takes me a few drives and undersells its other attributes. The inadequate and to get used to. What is different is the Japanese giant has not abandoned the undersells its other arrangement of the info screens, all the trumpeting of the car’s green nature attributes. stuff you need to pilot safely features but it’s much more low key in its new on a pair of side-by-side LED screens, marketing campaign. Instead, Toyota is Keith Morgan which essentially form a single display, trying to persuade potential buyers that and that sits neatly above a larger infotainment this new version is ready to compete in the mainscreen separated by the heating vents. stream against conventional gas-powered sedans The base console is an uninspiring black plastic but based on price, performance, technology, safety and, it’s replaced by an off-white colour on the other yes, looks! trims. That might take a time to grow on me.

Let’s get the latter point out of the way, right away. It The enlarged platform, smaller batteries and reconhas never been a looker but with its new sleek, lower figuration of where they sit, behind and under the stance it is as close to sporty as you are likely to get rear seat translates into much more cabin room and in a Prius. It appears to these eyes that red livery a more comfy rear seat ride. (Incidentally, the base gives it a sharpest appearance but blue looks good model keeps the nickel-metal-hydride units, whereas too. Less enthused about paler renderings. the top trim with a technology package used the Toyota Canada vice-president Stephen Beatty says lithium-ion battery.) the brand wants to “break the cycle of psychology

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GAS Even the most loaded editions barely pass $33,000.

Promise I’ll get behind that wheel soon. The new Prius uses a revised version of Toyota’s 1.8-litre-Atkinson cycle engine.

The official fuel economy numbers are not out yet but internal testing revealed a fuel efficiency of 4.5L/100KM (city/highway combined). The launch drive in Vancouver suggested the 4.5 number is far from being a dream.

Okay, we’re off. Normal and Power driving modes suggest this actually might be a fun drive. Normal errs on the side of economy-optimized performance.

Power packs some fun into the Prius, without serious compromising fuel economy.

The car is a gem in the city as you would expect and spirited on the highway, especially when the Power mode is selected. To be fair, I didn’t feel the need to explore my inner Boy Racer too many times.

Looking forward to spending a week in the car when I can truly put it to the test in real world conditions.

Driveway Editor Keith Morgan will entertain and inform at this weekend’s Early Bird RV Show, at Tradex, in Abbotsford.

The veteran auto writer will make a multi-media presentation twice on Saturday called “RVing for Novices” during which he will share tips and jokes about his recent six-day, 1,200-kilometre road trip through B.C. Showgoers will see all the latest equipment and get the opportunity to win a Wildwood X-Lite travel trailer valued at $20,995.

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Safety Tip: If winter doesn’t typically mean snow or ice where you live, other conditions like darker morning and afternoon commutes and heavy rain can make driving this time of year challenging. Drive safely this winter—slow down and increase your following distance.

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Total lease obligation is $16,708/$20,317/$23,013. *Representative monthly lease offer based on a new 2016 Rogue S FWD CVT (Y6RG16 AA00). 0% lease APR for a 24 month term equals monthly payments of $433 with $0 down payment, and $0 security deposit. First monthly payment, down payment and $0 security deposit are due at lease inception. Payments include freight and fees. Lease based on a maximum of 20,000 km/year with excess charged at $0.10/km. Total lease obligation is $10,387. ‡$3,250/$5,500/$6,500 NCF standard finance cash (includes bonus cash) available on new 2015 Micra 1.6 SR/2015 Sentra 1.8 SL CVT/2015 Altima 2.5 SL models when financing with NCF at standard rates. Models shown $37,008/$25,998/$52,708/$18,438 Selling price for a new 2016 Rogue SL AWD Premium (Y6DG16 BK00)/ 2015 Sentra 1.8 SL (C4TG15 AA00)/2016 Pathfinder Platinum (5XEG15 AA00)/2015 Micra 1.6 SR AT (S5SG75 AE10). *Purchase financing price of $9,998 for a 2015 Micra 1.6 S (S5LG55 AA00) is available when financing whith NCF at standard rates. The price includes $1,150 NCF standard finance cash, $650 non-stack cash and $500 bonus cash. Freight and PDE charges, air-conditioning levy ($100) where applicable, manufacturer’s rebate and dealer participation (where applicable) are included. License, registration, specific duty on new tires ($15) and insurance are extra. Certain conditions apply. See your dealer or visit Nissan.ca/Loyalty. * ±≠ Freight and PDE charges ($1,760/$1,600/$1,760/$1,600) air-conditioning levy ($100) where applicable, applicable fees (all which may vary by region), manufacturer’s rebate and dealer participation where applicable are included. License, registration, insurance and applicable taxes are extra. Lease offers are available on approved credit through Nissan Canada Finance for a limited time, may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers except stackable trading dollars. Vehicles and accessories are for illustration purposes only. ALG is the industry benchmark for residual values and depreciation data, www.alg.com. 2016 Rogue recognized as IIHS top safety picks when equipped with Forward Emergency Braking. For more information see www.IIHS.org. ^Ward’s Large Cross Utility Market Segmentation. MY16 Pathfinder vs 2016 and 2015 Large Cross/Utility Class. The Nissan Sentra received the lowest number of problems per 100 vehicles among compact cars in the proprietary J.D. Power 2015 Initial Quality StudySM. Study based on responses from 84,367 new-vehicle owners, measuring 244 models and measures opinions after 90 days of ownership. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of owners surveyed in February-May 2015. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com. See your participating Nissan retailer for complete details. ©2016 Nissan Canada Inc. and Nissan Canada Financial Services Inc. a division of Nissan Canada Inc.

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Sprinter Extreme concept is big on everything It’s big, stretching over 20 feet from end-to-end.

It’s over 95-inches tall.

It knows how to haul, with 6,400 lb of payload capacity and a towing capacity of 7,500 lb the heavy-duty Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Cab Chassis is a powerhouse ready to take on the toughest tasks.

From the factory, the Sprinter 3500 Cab Chassis is incredibly versatile, providing an ideal platform for busses, RVs, ambulances and box bodies, just to name a few.

Equipped as standard with a powerful four-cylinder BlueTEC diesel engine combined with an efficient seven-speed 7G-Tronic transmission, the Sprinter Cab Chassis has a best-in-class payload capacity of up to 6,400 lb and can tow up to 7,500 lb.

The Sprinter 3500 Cab Chassis is the ideal starting point for any upfit project with its flat, lightweight frame rails and numerous factory wiring options.

Two wheelbases are available to choose from 144 inches or 170 inches ensuring that the Sprinter Cab Chassis can meet any

upfitting need.

Further upfitter customization is possible by ordering the Cab Chassis as a Cutaway, available without a back wall and roof.

Long-time Mercedes-Benz customizer RENNtech added numerous touches to the Sprinter Cab Chassis in order to bring it from mild to wild.

Finishing off the Sprinter Extreme’s look is an eye-catching vinyl wrap and chrome exhaust stacks situated on either side of the cab.

The Sprinter Extreme concept has also been equipped with a Scattolini ScattoMaax "Tipper Bed" for expanded capability in a variety of environments.

Available as a part of the MasterUpfitter program, this unique bed is already available to customers and allows the Sprinter Extreme to dump over 5,200 lb of payload to either side or to the rear.

This three-way tipping capability provides added flexibility to an already convenient platform.

The outrageous Sprinter Extreme concept has super strength and almost unlimited capability. ~ Metroland Media

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The specific maintenance services included are as described in the applicable Owner’s/Operator’s Manual and Service/Maintenance Booklet. Only applicable on lease and finance offers. Offers may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers. Certain limitations apply. Mercedes-Benz Langley or langley.mercedes-benz-vans.ca for details. Offers end February 29, 2016.

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Kia Niro hybrid utility vehicle strikes a balance (EGR), GDI and a long-strokeA key component to Kia Motors’ narrow-bore specification to Green Car Roadmap was unveiled maximize efficiency. at the Canadian International A 43 hp tractive motor, known as Auto Show in Toronto last week as the transmission-mounted electric Kia hosted the global debut of the device (TMED), works in tandem all-new 2017 Niro Hybrid Utility with the gasoline engine to produce Vehicle (HUV) a robust 146 hp and 195 lb/ft of The all-new Niro strikes torque. the perfect balance for today’s Power is transmitted through a consumers and stakes claim to a newly developed, second-generation unique position between the hybridsix-speed dual-clutch transmission electric vehicle and CUV segments.

(DCT), which not only boosts Niro is the first Kia to make use efficiency but is also a key factor to of an all-new, dedicated eco-car the Niro’s great driving experience. platform and is an important next Bringing the whole system step on the path to nearly tripling together is a compact and the brand’s global green car line-up lightweight 1.56-kWh Lithium-Ion by 2020.  Polymer battery located underneath A plug-in hybrid powertrain is due The Kia Niro is a no-compromise hybrid package, maintaining the style and appeal of a utility vehicle while offering the rear seat. to be added to the car’s line-up later outstanding fuel economy.

Because the high-voltage battery in its life cycle. all-new, state-of-the-art Kappa 1.6-litre GDI in mind, with its carefully shaped bodywork is both power and energy dense, The Niro sports wide and low contributing to a relatively slippery coefficient of four-cylinder engine, engineered specifically engineers were able to use the downsized proportions with a long roofline and short for hybrid applications. Making 103 hp, the drag of 0.29. gasoline engine to maximize fuel economy and overhangs that give it an overall athletic profile. new engine marks the first combination of the Motivating the Niro is a highly efficient reduce emissions.

Although the Niro has a cohesive crossover Atkinson Cycle, cooled exhaust gas recirculation ~ Metroland Media and engaging powertrain starting with an theme, it was designed with aerodynamics

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GM Canada president and managing director, Steve Carlisle, along with Iain Klugman, CEO, Communitech, cut a “digital ribbon” to open “2908 at Communitech” - the first automotive company in Canada to establish a lab presence at the leading Waterloo based accelerator.

“One of GM’s top priorities is to disrupt traditional automotive business models, including our own, in order to anticipate our customers’ needs, today and long into the future,” said Carlisle.

“With changing technology, we see tremendous opportunities for GM, Ontario and Canada in an automotive future that is increasingly electric, connected, shared and autonomous. With ‘2908 at Communitech’, we will knock down old approaches, find new partners and boldly go where future mobility is headed.”

Initial areas of focus for the GM Canada team at Communitech will be to explore and experiment with advanced smartphone applications, and new ride-sharing services and approaches.

The team will also explore new partnering opportunities to incubate new ideas for urban, multi-modal transportation systems that combine public transit, ride sharing and advance the mandate of the Canadian Engineering Centre to build a fleet of autonomous Chevrolet Volt vehicles.

Last year, GM Canada was awarded new connected car software and engineering mandates and it recently announced the company will do the builds of new autonomous driving electric vehicles in Oshawa Ontario to support GM’s recently announced autonomous vehicle test program at its Tech Centre in Warren Michigan.

The ‘2908’ team will also explore new opportunities in multimodal transportation including new ways for customers and cities to integrate e-bikes, such as the one currently being engineered at its Canadian Engineering

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Offers available from February 2 - 29, 2016. 5 Payments cannot be made on a weekly basis, for advertising purposes only. +Offer is administered by Nissan Canada Extended Services Inc. (NCESI) and applies to any MY15 Micra/Sentra/Murano and MY16 Versa Note/Rogue/Pathfinder models (each, an “Eligible Model”) leased and registered through Nissan Canada Financial Services Inc., on approved credit, between Feb 12 – 22 from an authorized Nissan retailer in Canada. Eligible only on leases through NCF with subvented rates. Offer recipient will be entitled to receive a maximum of six (6) service visits (each, a “Service Visit”) for the Eligible Vehicle – where each Service Visit consists of one (1) oil change (using conventional 5W30 motor oil) and one (1) tire rotation service (each, an “Eligible Service”). All Eligible Services will be conducted in strict accordance with the Oil Change and Tire Rotation Plan outline in the Agreement Booklet for the Eligible Vehicle. The service period (“Service Period”) will commence on the purchase or lease transaction date (“Transaction Date”) and will expire on the earlier of: (i) the date on which the maximum number of Service Visits has been reached; (ii) 36 months from the Transaction Date; or (ii) when the Eligible Vehicle has reached 48,000 kilometers. All Eligible Services must be completed during the Service Period, otherwise they will be forfeited. The Offer may be upgraded to use premium oil at the recipient’s expense. The Eligible Services are not designed to meet all requirements and specifications necessary to maintain the Eligible Vehicle. To see the complete list of maintenance necessary, please refer to the Service Maintenance Guide. Any additional services required are not covered by the Offer and are the sole responsibility and cost of the recipient. Offer may not be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with certain offers NCESI reserves the right to amend or terminate this offer, in whole or in part, at any time without prior notice. Additional conditions and limitations apply. Ask your retailer for details. & Representative monthly lease offer based on a new 2016 Rogue S FWD CVT (Y6RG16 AA00)/2016 Rogue SV Special Edition FWD (Y6SG16 AA00)/2016 Pathfinder S 4x2 (5XRG16 AA00). 1.49%/1.49%/2.99% lease APR for a 60/60/60 month term equals monthly payments of $280/$308/$384 with $750/$750/$0 down payment, and $0 security deposit. First monthly payment, down payment and $0 security deposit are due at lease inception. Payments include freight and fees. Lease based on a maximum of 20,000 km/year with excess charged at $0.10/km. Total lease obligation is $17,393/$19,228/$23,013. *Representative monthly lease offer based on a new 2016 Rogue S FWD CVT (Y6RG16 AA00). 0% lease APR for a 24 month term equals monthly payments of $433 with $0 down payment, and $0 security deposit. First monthly payment, down payment and $0 security deposit are due at lease inception. Payments include freight and fees. Lease based on a maximum of 20,000 km/year with excess charged at $0.10/km.

Total lease obligation is $10,387. ‡$3,250/$5,500/$6,500 NCF standard finance cash available on new 2015 Micra 1.6 SR (S5SG55 AA00/AA10)/(S5SG75 AA00/AA10)/2015 Sentra 1.8 SL (C4LG55 AA00), 2015 Sentra SR Premium CVT (C4LG15 RP00)/2015 Altima 2.5 SL (T4LG15 AAOO)/(T4TG15 NV00)/(T4SG15 NV00) models when financing with NCF at standard rates. VModels shown $37,008/$25,998/$35,848/$48,758 Selling price for a new 2016 Rogue SL AWD Premium (Y6DG16 BK00)/ 2015 Sentra 1.8 SL (C4TG15 AA00)/2015 Altima 3.5 SL (T4SG15 NV00)/2016 Pathfinder Platinum (5XEG156AA00). See your dealer or visit Nissan.ca/Loyalty. *X±&VFreight and PDE charges ($1,760/$1,600/$1,700/$1,760) air-conditioning levy ($100) where applicable, applicable fees (all which may vary by region), manufacturer’s rebate and dealer participation where applicable are included. License, registration, insurance and applicable taxes are extra. Lease offers are available on approved credit through Nissan Canada Finance for a limited time, may change without notice and cannot be combined with any other offers except stackable trading dollars. Vehicles and accessories are for illustration purposes only. 2016 Rogue recognized as IIHS top safety picks when equipped with Forward Emergency Braking. For more information see www.IIHS.org. 1The Blind Spot Warning System is not a substitute for proper lane changing procedures. The system will not prevent contact with other vehicles or accidents. It may not detect every vehicle or object around you. 2Lane Departure Warning System operates only when the lane markings are clearly visible on the road. Speed limitations apply. See Owner’s Manuel for details. 3Parking aid/convenience feature. Cannot completely eliminateblind spots. May not detect every object and does not warn of moving objects. Always check surroundings and turn to look behind you before moving vehicle.

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Wise customers read the fine print: *, ★, †, *, §, 5 The Cold Days Hot Deals Sales Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating dealers on or after February 2, 2016. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. All pricing includes freight ($1,745) and excludes licence, insurance, registration, any dealer administration fees, other dealer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Dealer may sell for less. *Consumer Cash Discounts are offered on select new 2016 vehicles and are deducted from the negotiated price before taxes. ★The Make No Financing Payments for 90 Days offer is available from February 1-29, 2016, and applies to retail customers who finance a new 2015/2016 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram or FIAT vehicle (excludes 2015/2016 Dodge Viper and Alfa Romeo) at a special fixed rate on approved credit up to 96 months through Royal Bank of Canada and TD Auto Finance or up to 90 months through Scotiabank. Monthly/bi-weekly payments will be deferred for 60 days and contracts will be extended accordingly. Interest charges will not accrue during the first 60 days of the contract. After 60 days, interest starts to accrue and the purchaser will repay principal and interest over the term of the contract but not until 90 days after the contract date. Customers will be responsible for any required down payment, license, registration and insurance costs at time of contract. Some conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. †0% purchase financing available on select new 2016 models to qualified customers on approved credit through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Example: 2016 Jeep Cherokee Sport with a Purchase Price of $27,198 with a $0 down payment, financed at 0% for 72 months equals 156 biweekly payments of $174 with a cost of borrowing of $0 and a total obligation of $27,198. *3.49% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on the new 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Canada Value Package/2016 Chrysler 200 LX (28A)/2016 Dodge Journey Canada Value Package/2016 Jeep Cherokee Sport through RBC, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Examples: 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan Canada Value Package/2016 Chrysler 200 LX (28A)/2016 Dodge Journey Canada Value Package/2016 Jeep Cherokee Sport with a Purchase Price of $22,998/$23,998/$20,998/$26,998 financed at 3.49% over 96 months with $0 down payment equals 416 weekly payments of $63/$66/$58/$74 with a cost of borrowing of $3,367/$3,514/$3,075/$3,953 and a total obligation of $26,365/$27,514/$24,073/$30,951. §Starting from prices for vehicles shown include Consumer Cash Discounts and do not include upgrades (e.g. paint). Upgrades available for additional cost. 5Sub-prime financing available on approved credit. Finance example: 2016 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT with a purchase price of $27,595 financed at 4.99% over 60 months, equals 130 bi-weekly payments of $240 for a total obligation of $31,207. Some conditions apply. Down payment is required. See your dealer for complete details. TMThe SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc. ®Jeep is a registered trademark of FCA US LLC used under licence by FCA Canada Inc.

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HINCKS, Darren Our hearts are heavy with sadness and shock after losing a loving father and devoted partner so unexpectedly. Darren Hincks passed away suddenly Feb. 10, 2016 at the tender age of 47 in Aldergrove.

Darren was born in Edmonton, AB on Oct. 23, 1968. Important to him was reading, with a special interest for Hunter S. Thompson, wilderness camping, and raising his son Hunter, turning him into a wonderful young man. He is survived by son Hunter (Melissa), loving partner Holly, step sons Dalen and Lukas, brothers Bryan (Kiersten), Kevin (Carla), father Don (Faye), and step father Eric. A celebration of his life will take place Feb 21st at 2:00 pm at Murrayville Hall 21667 48th Ave. Langley BC.

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5 week practicum which is conducted 25/hrs per week, for a total of 125 hours.

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Construction Electrician program also available.

Call the School of Trades at 778-379-0410 or visit sprottshaw.com for more information.

August 30, 1929 – November 20, 2015 John passed away at home surrounded by family and friends.

John was born in North Vancouver to Carmelo (Carmen) Calla and Catherina Maria (Mary) Calla. John married the love of his life, Margaret (nee Ljunggren) in 1948 and was married to her for 65 years. John’s beautiful Margaret passed away March 22, 2014.

John was predeceased by his parents, son Terrance, daughter Kathleen, and his siblings, Antonio (Olive), Victor (Betty), Francesco, and Nicodemo. He is survived by his sisters Angelina Gauvin, daughters: Deborah (Norman) Ralkie, Penny (Patrick) Giesbrecht and his son David (Shirley Arda), daughter-in-law Mary Calla.

John and Margaret lived in North Van, Aldergrove and settled in W. Vancouver for many years. They moved to Qualicum Beach in the mid 1980’s with the thought of retiring. John was in the concrete business his whole life. He thrived on hard work and physical labour and restarted in business again in the Oceanside area.

He taught countless men a trade and turned many boys into men in his lifetime.

John was a character with a sense of wisdom carved from a lifetime of experience.

He had a wicked sense of humor that was cutting edge. You can be sure if you ever met him that you would never forget him. He did things his way as the song goes and spoke his mind and intention clearly and with hand signals for effect, at times. His sayings and behaviors will be missed and never forgotten. He was made of hard stuff - a self made man with the heart of an army - loving, charming, hard and soft, clever and dependable. He was an amazing husband who cared for his wife when she had a prolonged illness. In recent years he became a short order cook, taxi driver, and a mentor for his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren on the acreage known fondly as “Callaland”.

His hobbies included: swearing, directing, RV-ing, ballroom dancing, cooking, building pagodas and gardening. He left a legacy of children, 12 grandkids and 20 great grandkids.

A special thank you to all who made it possible for John to be home, to go home.

Thank-you Norm Ralkie Sr., Norm Ralkie Jr., and Andrea Kingsley, Kelly, Tyler, Alex and Alisha Jones, Cheryl and Wes Coyle, Lyn Warrington, Jennifer Huebschwerlen, Dr. Desai and Lorin, Home & Community Support, Oceanside Hospice and Yates.

Graveside service to be held at Murrayville Cemetary at a later date.

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If you wish to apply for this position, please submit resume, transcripts, references, and a statement of faith including where and when you were baptized by, Friday, March 4, 2016 to: Lorraine Wind, Executive Assistant Mennonite Educational Institute 4081 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford, BC V4X 2M8 Fax: 604-859-9206 E-mail: lwind@meischools.com www.meischools.com

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Advertising Sales Consultant The Peace Arch News has an opening for an advertising 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.

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FARM WORKERS Charn Randhawa Farm is looking for 3 F/T permanent (40hrs) farm workers for planting, weed control, fertilize, cultivate, winter pruning and harvest crops, other farm work etc. Wages $10.50/hr.

No exp./education. Email resume to: charnrandhawafarms16@ gmail.com or fax ; 604-626-0442 or apply at 1576 264 St., Langley, BC V4W 2S2.

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CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBORHOOD

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Looking for 3 experienced landscapers. Pruning & weed spraying exp. an asset. Must be reliable, hard working, and have a positive attitude. Min 2 yrs exp.

Room for advancement. Drivers lic. an asset. Serving Surrey, Delta, Langley & White Rock areas. Please call our office at 604538-4599 or Garry 604-250-8606 - we will try you out for 2 days.

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Job Responsibilities: • Loading and unloading passenger baggage and cargo • Drive and/or operate ground support equipment • Other duties as assigned Qualifications and Competencies: • Hold and maintain a valid B.C. drivers license • Must be able to work outdoors • Must be able to work various shifts • Must be able to repeatedly lift heavy objects

email: tcl.maintenance@shaw.ca GREENHOUSE LABOURER SunSelect Produce Limited Partnership operation is 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: 349 - 264th St Aldergrove BC V4W 2K1 Wage $10.59/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: sunselectproducejobs @gmail.com or by fax to 604-607-7656

The ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while adhering to regular deadlines will be important for success.

Candidates considered for the position will be results oriented, strong communicators and be willing to learn and adapt in an ever-changing business environment. Previous sales experience is preferred. A car and valid drivers license are required.

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

Black Press is Canada’s leading private independent newspaper company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in Canada and the U.S. and has extensive digital and printing operations.

LABOURERS Looking to have fun outdoors while working hard?

Come join our team – you’ll get all the benefits of a gym membership and get paid for it! We’re a wholesale nursery located in Abbotsford looking for some hard-working, dependable people to join our outstanding team of employees. Starting wage is $12.45/hr. Please apply in person with resume to: Paula Baxter 1831 Peardonville Road.

Between 9:00 am & 3:00 pm Monday to Friday

Please email your resume with cover letter by 5:00pm Sunday, February 29, 2016, to: Carly Ferguson, Publisher publisher@theprogress.com Thank you to all who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

• Discounted travel • Extended medical & dental package • Company uniforms provided Please send resume: yvrhr@swissport.com or Fax: 604.207.9941 or apply online: www.swissport.com

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This is a career opportunity for a motivated self-starter that can thrive in a competitive sales environment.

Candidates will be required to meet sales targets while deepening relationships with existing clients through superior customer service and strong sales skills. They will be expected to develop new business, employing extensive prospecting and cold-calling techniques.

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Snow removal experience & pesticide license an asset. *Benefit package after 3 months.* WAGE: $20- $24/HOUR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE. Leave message \ fax resume:

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The Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows News, one of Canada’s leading and award winning community newspapers has an opening for an experienced Advertising Consultant.

This career opportunity is for a results-driven individual who is a strong communicator, well organized, self-motivated, determined and is looking to enhance their skill set in a vibrant and growing group of communities. Candidates will possess the ability to increase sales to an existing client base, prospect and cold call new business, achieve sales targets, you are experienced in creative marketing planning and in digital.

The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, is highly motivated and has the ability to multi-task in a fast paced deadline oriented environment. Strong communication and organizational skills are a must.

Proficiency in the Mac operating platform, Word and Excel are required.

Competitive base salary, commission and benefits. A car and valid driver’s licence is required.

The Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows News is a part of Black Press, Canada’s largest privately owned independent newspaper company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in BC, Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii.

Our work environment sets industry standards for professionalism and innovation.

Please send your resume and cover letter to: Lisa Prophet, Advertising Manager The News 22611 Dewdney Trunk Road, Maple Ridge V2X 3K1 Email: admanager@mapleridgenews.com Posting closes on February 25, 2016 at 5pm.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING PRISM PAINTING CO.

PERSONAL ASSISTANT Office Perks Coffee Inc. Personal assistant required in Langley BC (temporary position / could work into permanent).

Duties incl: pickups, receiving, stocking shelves, cleaning equip., deliveries, yard maintenance, horse chores and childcare. $12 $16/hr, 30 hrs/week. Applicants must have minimum of high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license, speak English fluently, have experience caring for children, a current criminal record check, have good people skills, be able to work flexible hours (5am-10pm), physically capable of performing work.

Preferably have experience with horses.

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

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WALTER’S DRYWALL Taping - Texture - Repairs. Sm jobs pref’d. 40+ yrs exp. 604-308-7943

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DEAD LEVEL Construction Ltd. Complete Drywall Work - $500 min.

Bob 604-830-1322 www.deadlevel.ca BBB Accredited Member

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DEAD LEVEL CONSTRUCTION. COMPLETE FENCING ($500 min.)

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CHESTNUT PLACE 20727 Fraser Highway Quiet 1 & 2 Bdrm Incl cable/heat/hot water Laundry each floor Walk to shopping / amenities

604-533-4061 LANGLEY CITY APARTMENTS ON 201A

Michael - 604-533-7578

Rainbow & Majorca

We make housecalls!

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Abbotsford Condo, Regency Park, 15th floor - amazing views, 1085sf, 2 bdrms, 2 baths, high ceilings, insuite laundry, 2 parking spots, lots of amenities, central area. $284,000. Call (604)703-5263

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Homelife Pen. Property 604-536-0220

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The Parkview Terrace 5400 ~ 204 St. 2 bdrm suite Heat, H/W, cable incl, in a 55+ building. N/S,N/P.

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748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION BROOKSWOOD. Looking for a male roommate. N/S, N/P. No drinking/drugs. Furnished. $500 incl utils. Call 604-340-7036.

Call: 604-220-6905 Park Terrace Apts Bachelor, 1 bdrm & 2 bdrm Call for Availability Langley City, family friendly, walk to senior & rec ctr, schls, shops, Incl heat & hotwater & prkg.

Live In Manager

750

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SUSSEX PLACE APTS Bachelor,1 bdrm & 2 bdrm Call for Availability Langley City, walk to senior & rec centre, schools, shops.

Incl heat & hotwater & prkg.

Live In Manager

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604-530-0932 www.cycloneholdings.ca

The Village at Thunderbird Centre DELUXE 1 & 2 BDRM SUITES in Walnut Grove, Langley Includes large balcony, fireplace, in-suite laundry.

Live, shop, work & play all in one location.

Next to Colossus Theater (200/ #1 Hwy).

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

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5555 208th Street, Langley Studio, 1 & 2 bdrms. Indoor swimming pool & rec facility.

Incl heat & 1 prkg stall. No pets

Phone 604-530-1912

BROOKSWOOD COMMERCIAL LEASE spaces avail. at 208th St & 40th Ave. 1000 to 1500 s.f. $1500-$4500. HEY! 1.5 ACRES, fenced & secure lot now available on 208th near 40th. Has small trailer with washroom facilities & approx 3000 sq/ft of warehouse / storage / service building.

Ph: Frank @ Noort Investments

NOTICE OF SALE WAREHOUSE LIEN ACT By virtue of the Warehouse Lien Act, we will sell a 1998 Volvo Highway Tractor VIN 4VG7DGGH2WN758318 belonging to Transport Fiji Inc. for repairs and storage of $15,437.90 plus any further charges that may accrue. The goods will be sold on or after February 26, 2016. Contact Pacific Coast Heavy Truck Group at 604-8885577.

604-835-6300 or Nick @ 604-526-3604

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CYPRESS PLACE; High security, quiet senior, 50+ bldg. Close to all amens, ie: Seniors centre, Dr’s, lab, stores & bowling green. 1 Bdrm incl heat, htwtr & prkg. NP/NS. Contact Resident Mgr, Ann 604-530-2840.

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

2 coats any colour

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Cloverdale High Performance paint.

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

Repairs & Reno’s, Sundecks & Additions, New Homes European Quality Workmanship

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

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FEED & HAY

2ND CUT HAY ~ 65 lb bales, excellent quality, soft, palatable, $13/bale. Call: (604)534-0650

SUNDECKS

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

TILING

PETS

SAMCON BUILDING. Complete reno’s & additions. Over 25 yrs exp.

Call Derek (604)720-5955 www.samconbuilding.com

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PETS

TONY’S Painting

POLARBEARPAINTING.COM Paint 3 rooms walls only for $299.

Cel: 604-866-6706

Classifieds work.

A-1 Ceramics, Marble, Glass blocks Install/Repair. Res./Comm. 20 yrs exp. Peter’s Tile 604-209-0173

CONTRACT OR HOURLY FREE ESTIMATES 28 YEARS IN BUSINESS

Per Molsen 604-575-1240

APARTMENT/CONDO

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

KIWANIS PARK PLACE 12850 26th Ave. Surrey 55+ Crescent Beach

Clean, cozy 1 bdrm apts.

Close to Crescent Beach, park and transit, easy transit to White Rock shopping, N/S N/P. Pick your floor and rent.

1st - $766; 2nd - $794; 3rd- $821; 4th - $838.

Call Lisa to view-604-538-9669 www.kiwanisparkplace.com

TRUCKS & VANS

2008 DODGE CARAVAN - stow & go, 7 passenger. Clean & in good order. 175 Kms. Hwy kms. $5500/obo. (604)836-0572

RENTALS www.paintspecial.com

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

www.langleyhouseandacreage.com

.Hayden Painting 778-229-0236 Family Owned & Operated Ryan 778.229.0236

SUITES, LOWER

CLOVERDALE 190/60. 1 Bdrm ste.

Avail now. Nr all schools & bus. Incl lndry. NS/NP. (778)574-8174

www.bentallkennedyresidential.com www.thunderbirdrentals.com

New SRI Manufactured homes Singles $74,900. Doubles $94,900.

PARK SPACES AVAILABLE REPOSSESSIONS 1974-2010 www.glenbrookhomes.net Chuck 604-830-1960 Trades. Financing. Permits.

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WALNUT GROVE Furnished Room main floor, $475/mo incl utils, mini kitchen, w/d, cable. Avail now. N/S N/P. 604-789-3536, 604-881-2133.

thunderbirdvillage@bentallkennedy.com

NEW 24x60 - 1440 sq/ft double wide in Abby 55+ Park. Pet ok.

Pad $602/mo. Home $139,800.

Chuck 604-830-1960.

ROOMS FOR RENT

Langley

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

VECTOR RENO’S

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299

CHRISTINE’S CLEANING. Reas. & Honest. You won’t be disappointed.

References. Call 604-328-3733.

hemibooks@yahoo.com

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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EUROPEAN LADY - Experienced housecleaning. Avail. weekends.

Affordable rates. Call 778-240-8706

33765 Essendene Ave. Abbotsford ~ 604-855-1894

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

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

Interior & Exterior. Additions, Repairs & Strata Improvements.

Also fences, decks, sheds, garages & wood planters. 604-690-3327

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

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

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

CLEANING SERVICES

HOMES FOR RENT

LANGLEY

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

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

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WE BUY RECORDS & BOOKS Hemingway’s

SENIORS DISCOUNT

604-537-4140

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

Apply at credit700.ca

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

778-999-2803

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

1-855-527-4368

Wanted: ROYAL ALBERT CHINA, all patterns, Old Country Roses etc. Call: (604)308-7267

~ FREE ESTIMATES ~

$45/Hr

.A Ram Gardening All Lawn care, Free Estimates, Lawn Cuts, Aerating, Weeding, Hedge Trimming, Pruning, Moss Control, Bark MulchCall Paul (778)316-3054

Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms

Household / Construction

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

$750 loans and more No credit checks

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

RUBBISH REMOVAL

MOVING & STORAGE

AFFORDABLE MOVING

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.

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Always Reddy Rubbish Removal

Excavators, Backhoes, Bobcats & Dump Trucks for hire

Have Unwanted Firearms?

REAL ESTATE 356

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PLUMBING

FLUID SOLUTIONS. Gas, heating plumbing, reno’s, repairs. 20 yrs exp www.fluidsolutionsinc.ca Lic’d. Bonded. Jack 778-835-4416

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

N.Langley. $15/hr to start or higher depending on exp. level. Must have valid drivers license. Email resume to: ron@valmartdoors.com

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

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Betsy - 604-312-1437

TOTAL RENOVATIONS

LOW RATES 604-617-1774

SHOP WORKER

MISC. WANTED

HANDYMAN CONNECTION HANDYMAN CONNECTION Handyman Connection - Bonded -Renovations - Installations Repairs - 604.878.5232

damaged concrete. Ken 604-307-4923

LABOURERS

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

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

APARTMENT/CONDO

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FREE ESTIMATES

We Offer A Competitive Wage & BC Medical As Well As Extended Benefits.

Open 7 days from 8am to 8pm (EST)

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RENTALS

Villa Fontana & Stardust

UNIQUE CONCRETE

SEMI-RETIRED contractor will do small concrete jobs. Patio’s, sidewalks, driveway’s. Re & re old or

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CONCRETE & PLACING

Overland West is looking for an experienced safety oriented, reliable professional forklift operator, to work in a fast paced warehouse. We have many long term employees and are looking to add to our team.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

RENTALS

FREE: heat, hot water, laundry & parking. No Pets BACHELOR, 1 & 2 BDRMS. SENIORS, ADULT ORIENTED

778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

N. LANGLEY: If you are injured, or would like to get in from cold, we are looking for someone to train in sales to expand our office team.

If you have the field experience, please call Ron 604-888-6116, or email: ron@valmartdoors.com

PETS

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

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

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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

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