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Former Typhoon pilot Harry Hardy spoke to Grade 11 social studies students at R.E. Mountain Secondary about his experience as a 96-mission fighter-bomber pilot in Europe during the Second World War. He brought with him a painting depicting his fighter “Pulverizer IV” in action during “Operation Varsity” on March 24, 1945.

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A pilot’s story

R.E. Mountain Secondary students hear from veteran what air combat over Europe was like during the Second World War D AN FE RGU S O N Ti m es Rep o r t e r

Harry Hardy has a lot of stories that end with him saying that he obviously survived or he wouldn’t be here.

The 93-year-old former fighter pilot shared some of them with the Social Studies 11 class at R.E. Mountain school in Langley on Wednesday.

The students, who have been studying the history of the Second World War, listened intently as Hardy described the hazardous life of a fighter pilot of that era.

Hardy flew a Typhoon, a British-built fighter-bomber that made low-altitude attacks on German ground forces.

Flying Typhoons, by all accounts, was the most hazardous occupation for a fighter pilot during the war, with two out of three men dying in combat.

During his seven months on the front line and 96 combat missions, Hardy went through four Typhoons, all named “Pulverizer.”

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subject of several paintings by war artists.

One photo shows how the airplane’s nose was decorated with a painting of a pretty girl, a long row of dashes to tally the number of missions and several round “flak badge” patches slapped on the holes left by German ground fire.

Hardy described losing Pulverizer II after he took on a tank during the Battle of the Bulge in 1944.

The Canadian pilots were called in to help the Americans repel the German counterattack.

“They were taking a beating,” Hardy sad.

“Us Typhooners went down there to help them out.”

The way to kill a tank, he said, was to come in flat and low from behind, fire a one-second burst at the tank’s thinly armoured engine compartment with his 20 mm cannons and then, very quickly, pull up to avoid hitting the tank.

Right after attacking a tank, Hardy’s Typhoon was hit by flak and suffered substantial tail damage.

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Food prices squeeze Gateway of Hope Rising prices coupled with increased demand a ‘double whammy’ says executive director DAN FER GUSON Tim es Reporter

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Vince Rankine, 46, was one of the very first people to try the new gym at the Timms Community Centre on opening day on Wednesday. He was impressed with what he saw calling it an amazing facility. The 35,000 square-foot facility cost $14.3 million and took 16 months to build.

The free meal programs operated by the Salvation Army Gateway of Hope shelter in Langley City are being squeezed by a combination of higher food prices and increased demand.

“It’s a double whammy for us,” said Gateway executive director Jim Coggles.

Coggles said the average weekly food bill for Gateway has gone up from roughly $2,000 a week to $2,500,forcing them to temporarily cut some vegetables from the menu.

Fresh produce prices in Canada started rising after Christmas, the result of a four-year drought in California and the falling Canadian dollar.

Statistics Canada reported the Consumer Price Index for food rose 3.4 per cent from November 2014 to November 2015.

That average increase included a six per cent hike in meat prices, a 10 per cent hike for fresh fruit and 11 per cent hike to fresh vegetable prices.

Gateway had to suspend using celery in soup after the

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price of the product went from $20 to $80 a case.

“It (the price of celery) just got crazy for a time,” Coggles said.

The shelter is now using four food suppliers instead of one in a bid to keep costs down.

“We spend more time shopping,” Coggles said.

“It’s really about trying to stretch the budget.”

While the menu has been adjusted to help cope with the higher costs, Gateway is still providing complete, nutritious meals to people in need at a cost of about $3.25 per person, Coggles said.

“We will never turn anyone away,” Coggles said.

“This is the only real solid meal (some are) going to get.”

Coggles wants prospective donors to know about the “Food Donor Encouragement Act” of B.C, which makes it easier for donors to provide food by declaring a person “who donates food, or who distributes donated food, to another person is not liable for (legal) damages (with a few exceptions).”

That, Coggles hopes, will make it easier to attract more “big two” categories of food donations, protein and produce.

“What we’re trying to do is ensure no food goes to waste,” Coggles said.

Anyone interested in making donations of food or money to help Gateway with its food costs can call them at 604-5147375 and ask for the food services manager.

The Gateway of Hope website notes that it serves three meals a day to shelter guests and one meal a day to the public.

The facility at 5787 Langley Bypass has 32 beds in its emergency shelter, 25 in its transitional housing program, as well as up to 30 additional mats during extreme weather and over 25 other programs and services.

Tenants need insurance, fire department says In Langley City, most victims of rental fires have no contents coverage D AN FERGU SO N Ti m e s Re po r t e r

Saying too many renters are not insured, the City of Langley Fire Rescue Service is urging tenants to get coverage.

“More often than not (when there is a fire in Langley City), the renters won’t have insurance,” deputy city fire chief Kelly Gilday told the Langley Times.

Gilday said in roughly 75 per cent of rental fires, the tenants have no coverage.

“It’s concerning,” Gilday said.

“Often, people are left with nothing.”

Even a small amount of smoke and water damage can leave clothes, bedding, furniture and elec-

tronics beyond repair.

“It doesn’t take much,” Gilday said.

“People think they can wash their clothes and sheets out and they can’t.”

According to a recent census estimate, the City has 3,960 rental units, making up 35 per cent of its total housing stock.

That is more rent-

al units per capita than most Lower Mainland municipalities (Only Vancouver, New Westminster and North Vancouver City have higher percentages).

According to Statistics Canada, less than half the renters in the country are covered by renter’s insurance, also known as tenant’s or contents in-

surance.

That is way below home owners, 97 per cent of whom have coverage.

Going without insurance also leaves renters vulnerable to lawsuits if they are found legally responsible for causing a fire that damages other suites, even if the landlord is insured.

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Head lice infestation at elementary school Outbreak at Shortreed Elementary has spread to almost every class in the school MO N I Q U E TA M M I N G A Ti m e s Re po r t e r

While many elementary schools have an outbreak of head lice from time to time, an infestation at Shortreed Elementary school seems to be exceptionally long-lived and widespread.

“We have been getting letters home about lice since October,” said Crystal Garlay, a frustrated Shortreed parent.

The outbreak has spread to al-

most every class in the school, she said.

Garlay was shocked to learn that children with lice are allowed to continue to attend school.

“We’ve had no health nurse in to address this.

“A lot of parents are frustrated,” said Garlay.

While lice can be itchy and unpleasant, they aren’t considered a health concern, said Langley School District spokesperson Ken Hoff.

The district’s policy is being reviewed but currently, “the guidelines follow the lead of Fraser Health in that a lice outbreak is not considered a ‘major public health concern’ as no disease is

We’ve had no health nurse in to address this.

A lot of parents are frustrated.

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being spread, but is considered a ‘community concern’ due to its nuisance and discomfort,” said Hoff.

“As such, students are not sent home or told to stay home, though the decision to keep a

child home for treatment is always an option for parents at their discretion.”

The district acknowledged that the outbreak at Shortreed is larger than usual, but said outbreaks are common in any school.

“I can’t send my daughter to school with a hazard suit on and I’ve offered to bring shower caps for all the kids to wear, but I’m not allowed,”said Garlay.

She wishes parents with kids who have lice would keep them home until they are clear so the outbreak can be stopped.

So far, her daughter hasn’t had lice.

The most recent letter sent home to parents on Jan. 27, said

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the outbreak is larger than usual.

It asks parents to not buy lice shampoo, which the letter said can be ‘toxic.’

Rather, it advises parents to use a proper lice comb and thick, white hair conditioner.

The conditioner should be applied to the hair every evening or morning and combed out in sections.

“If you miss just one adult louse, it is capable of laying hundreds of eggs,” said the letter.

There is a misconception that a head lice outbreak is a result of unwashed, dirty hair.

In fact, lice thrive in clean hair.

Fraserhealth.ca offers extensive information about the treatment of lice on its website.

High school grad rates up MONIQUE TA MMING A Time s Re po rte r

Graduation rates in Langley high schools have reached an all-time high.

Rates of students graduating with their “Dogwood” diploma have risen to 87 per cent in 2015 from 78 per cent in 2008.

While there is still a gender gap, with male completion rates at 85 per cent and female completion rates at 90 per cent, that gap has narrowed from nine per cent in 2010 to five per cent in 2015. Aboriginal completion rates are also on the rise, from 51 per cent in 2007 to 78 per cent in 2015.

The improved graduation rates in the district mirror the upward trend provincially.

Langley School District Superintendent Suzanne Hoffman said she was pleased that rates were going up but added a 100 per cent completion rate is obviously the ‘ideal.’

“This is a good news story and something that the students and staff of Langley schools should be proud of,” she added.

Hoffman provided the report to trustees at the last Board of Education meeting in January.

Hoffman expressed concern that not all students are completing school. District strategies will focus on Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal males and special education behaviour designation students to reach the attainable goal of 93 per cent completion as outlined in the District Achievement Contract.

Completion rates for female Aboriginal students in Langley are improving and have gone from 59 per cent in 2010-2011 to 89 per cent in 2014-2015, bringing them within one per cent of the female non-Aboriginal student completion rate. Male Aboriginal student completion rates are also on the rise from 65 per cent in 2010-2011 to 67 per cent in 2014-2015.

Disability benefits increasing A $77 increase in monthly income assistance for disabled people will make the system fairer for rural B.C. residents who don’t have access to transit service, Social Development Minister Michelle Stilwell says.

The increase, the first in nine years, has been the target of protests because the cost of monthly transit passes is deducted from it for those who were using the pass. Their increase is only $25 a

month plus the continued transit pass.

“There were 40,000 individuals in this province who weren’t eligible for the bus pass program because of the location where they live, because it wasn’t a service that was provided,” Stilwell said. “So what we’ve done is levelled the playing field for people with disabilities, and provided those individuals with a choice on how they want to spend their money.”

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Friday, February 26 , 2016 5 New multifamily housing is going up next to the Serenade building on the edge of Douglas Park in Langley City.

Because there is a high proportion of multifamily dwellings in the City, compared to single family homes, council is looking at ways to more evenly distribute the municipal tax burden among homeowners.

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Split tax assessments for single and multifamily homes, City says Councillor Val van den Broek says the current system is not fair to single family homeowners Langley City Council has endorsed a “hot button” idea to change the way property tax assessments are calculated.

A majority of council voted Monday night to endorse a proposal

by Coun. Val van den Broek to have the provincial government create different tax categories for single-family houses and multiple-family strata units.

“It’s just making sure that everyone is paying their fair share of taxes,” van den Broek told The Times.

Because both kinds of home ownership are considered the same type of property under current provincial regulations, single family homes in the city have ended up paying more in taxes because they have a higher assessed value, while owners of multifamily residences saw their taxes go down.

Within Langley housing stocks, there are 63 per cent multifamily strata residential units and 37 per cent single family residential properties, a staff report notes.

The Feb. 3 report to council said in the last two years, “the assessed value of multifamily strata units have decreased or remained constant whereas the single family home assessments have been increasing dramatically.”

“If the residential property class was split into two properties the municipality could adjust the rate for the multifamily strata properties to en-

sure these properties contribute their proportional share of the tax increase required in any given year,” the report adds.

Coun. van den Broek said the B.C. Assessment Authority policy that views the two types of housing as one is unfair to single family owners at a time of

than separating business and industrial categories.

“We’re looking for a further split,” Schaffer sad.

Coun. Rudy Storteboom said it was a “timely” issue to be raising.

“I think this is going to be a hot button for the UBCM,” Storteboom said.

The vote on sending the proposal to the UBCM was five-to-one in favor with Coun.

Jack Arnold opposed.

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“I think they (the authority) need to re-assess it,” van den Broek said.

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Township of Langley council will take a closer look at development pressures in the rural Salmon River Uplands area, after a motion from Coun. Kim Richter was referred to the Council Priorities Committee (CPC).

At the Feb. 15 afternoon council meeting, Richter presented a motion, inspired by an email from a local resident, asking staff to create a report on the feasibility of making the Salmon River Uplands a mandatory development permit area.

This would encompass land over the Hopington aquifer, from roughly 232 Street to 256 Street,

and Fraser Highway to 72 Avenue, Richter said.

As new developments are being constructed — such as Hyde Canyon Estates Homes, located on the former Tuscan Farms near 248 Street at 61 Avenue, and Robertson Ranch Estates, located near 248 Street on 44 Avenue — Richter believes the resident’s suggestion is timely.

“I actually think that that’s a very good idea because more and more over the last little while we’ve seen this trend towards strata type development, which means they’re putting in the smaller roads (and) they’re clustering housing,” Richter said.

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“So I think this was a way to make sure that the neighbourhood character is not lost with this push towards stratified, cluster-type development that we’re seeing in the Salmon River Uplands.

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But other members of council pointed out that turning this into a mandatory development permit area could have unintended consequences.

Residents wanting to simply build a shed or a deck on their property could be negatively impacted.

Mayor Jack Froese likened it to “shoot(ing) a fly with a cannon,” and said he does not support the idea, not even for discussion at CPC. “I don’t support this at all. I think if we are going to be doing something like this it should be throughout the entire Township of Langley,” Froese said.

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Coun. Michelle Sparrow said a “more fruitful discussion at CPC would be beneficial,” and asked it be referred to CPC. The referral passed with Mayor Froese, Coun. Angie Quaale and Coun. Bob Long opposed.

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Stories offered a sometimes humorous take on history craft,” Hardy said.

In response to a question from one of the students, Hardy said his favourite fighter was the legendary Spitfire.

“All you had to do was think it (a maneuver) and you’d do it,” he said.

Hardy was training as a Spitfire pilot in Britain when, with D-Day looming, he was reassigned to the Typhoons.

“We were given 20

hours of training (in the Typhoons).”

Now retired after 32 years as a mechanical engineer with MacMillan Bloedel, Hardy lives in Burnaby.

He has worked as an inventor with the Tetra Society of North America to develop devices for people with disabilities and he is wellknown for his work to resurrect endangered species of exotic pheasants by breeding them in his own aviary.

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Harry Hardy in his flying gear in December, 1944 when he was in his early 20s. Now 93, Hardy spoke to students at R.E. Mountain Secondary earlier this week about his experiences as a fighter pilot for Canada during the Second World War. From Page 1

Hardy was able to keep it airborne, but realized he wouldn’t be able to land it.

“I have to leave my beautiful machine with all the nose art,” he recalled thinking.

Parachuting from a combat plane was a risky process back then, Hardy explained.

Some fighter pilots died when they bailed out because they slammed into the rear tail assembly of their own aircraft.

Hardy popped his canopy, got out carefully and slid down the wing to avoid the tail.

Hardy also described a near-crash in a U.S. Air Force (USAF) Kitty Hawk fighter during training in Canada.

“It was a purty little plane with a purty little name,” Hardy recalled.

“They (the USAF) gave ‘em to us to play with.”

Hardy was upside down at the top of a loop in his Kitty Hawk when it stalled and started to spin.

He was at 11,000 feet and the air was too thin to regain control.

By 5,000 feet, it was thicker, and he managed to get out of the inverted spin.

“That was the closest accident I almost had,” Hardy said.

He described how he discovered he was slightly cross-eyed earlier in flight training when he clipped the wing of another trainer aircraft.

It took him 17 days of intensive eye exercises to correct.

Most of his stories aimed for a humorous approach, like being forced to drop his bombs in a cow pasture because his squadron got lost and was low on gas.

“Somewhere in France, there’s two bombs, unexploded, 10 feet down (in a farm field),” Hardy said.

While Hardy is proud of his exploits as a Typhoon pilot, it was not, he admitted, his favourite.

Among other things, the torque from the 2,200 horsepower engine gave the Typhoon a tendency to pull to one side.

“It was tricky to fly, a most demanding air-

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Parking stall Until transit improves to the point where passengers are being dropped off at their exact destination and very near their own doorstep, there will likely never again be a time in the Langleys when parking is not a problem.

As a recent visitor to the City noted in a letter to the editor on the opposite page, he received (and promptly paid) a ticket for parking in a fire lane while helping his daughter move into a condo in January.

He didn’t have much in the way of options, he notes, adding the ‘no parking’ sign could have been more conveniently displayed.

A short drive around the neighbourhood showed him what most of us have known for a long time — densification is a double-edged sword.

On one hand, a focus on multi-family dwellings in both the City and the Township has presumably reduced our overall housing footprint and provided more affordable options for people who are entering the market. It has also created a larger tax base within a limited geographic space.

An unfortunate side effect of all this has been a scarcity of legal places to park.

It’s far from uncommon in Langley for a family to have more than one vehicle, with one parent commuting and the other driving kids here and there, or both working and commuting in different directions. Kids become driving teenagers, get their own vehicles and cars begin to spill out onto streets, leaving few vacant spots for visitors.

Central parking lots aren’t the answer. The City learned that when it provided free parking in a paved lot near the downtown core. It sat virtually empty.

Perhaps, as the letter writer suggests, it’s time to put the onus on developers to provide more parking spaces per unit built.

For now, it remains a classic catch 22.

Increased density, we’re told, will eventually bring better transit. But in order to draw more cost-effective public transportation to the valley, we need, first, the population to support it and, second, consensus on how it is to be funded.

Until that day arrives, we’ll be stuck circling the block, looking for a place to park.

And muncipalities will continue to happily ticket anyone who breaks the rules.

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I punched some buttons on the raI went to my local 7-Eleven and dio, got a traffic station, and sure found out I could get a senior day enough there was a stall in the curb pass for $7 for SkyTrain. lane, at 3:15 on a Friday afternoon. It At first I thought being out on a ‘sewas almost 4 p.m. when we finally hit nior day pass’ sounded a bit instituthe freeway. tional, but the price was right.

In my former capacity as the emerI left home at 5 p.m., took the South gency co-ordinator for the City, I Perimeter road and was at the Scott would have to attend regional meet- Road Station at 5:30 p.m. ings for the GVRD Emergency PlanI paid $3 to park and boarded an alning Committee. most empty train, which dropped me There were only a few of us that at Roger’s Place just after 6 p.m. had first responder operational backThe home team won and I headed grounds and we would shake our back to the station along with 16,000 heads when provincial or regional others and jostled from the crowded planners would show how designat- platform into the packed train car. ed evacuation routes would assist in Again, I was wondering how this the “orderly evacuation” of Vancouver system would work if everyone was

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told to “orderly evacuate the City of Vancouver.”

I was home before 11 p.m.

Way back in the 1970s if you wanted to go to a Canucks game, you could meet at Lloyd Bellamy’s Super Value store at 6 p.m. and climb on the Langley Bus Lines bus for $5.

You were dropped off at the front door of the Pacific Coliseum at 6:45 p.m.

The bus was waiting at the same spot when the game was over and you could listen to the CKNW after game show on the bus radio on the way home, another 45 minute drive.

I like driving my car and the independence it provides.

Having to plan ahead, purchase tickets, wait in lines and stand packed together is not something most of us like to do.

We like to jump in the car and go.

But if we had a SkyTrain station in walking distance of our house, we might use it more often.

Apparently, in the not too distant future, I’m going to have thousands of new neighbours in Brookswood.

I really hope those professional planners are figuring out an “orderly method” to move them all around.

At least that’s what McGregor says.

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Fire halls are not shelters Editor: Re: “Fire halls offer ideal solution to homeless problem,” (The Times, Feb. 17) When I first started reading this letter, I assumed it was a parody of an overly ambitious politician who is making it his mission to squeeze as much sweat out of municipal employees as possible.

I soon realized that the writer was completely serious.

He wonders why his solution to turn fire halls into homeless shelters has never been thought of before.

I’ll tell you why — because it’s absurd.

It demonstrates a complete lack of understanding of the role of firefighters in society, the stress that they undergo in the performance of their job, and the function of the fire hall.

Firefighters put their lives on the line every time they step into their uniforms. The incidences of work-related deaths, injuries, post traumatic stress and suicide are significantly higher for firefighters than the general population.

Fire halls serve a vital role in the protection of a community. They house millions of dollars of high tech machinery and lifesaving equipment.

They provide a safe place for firefighters to prepare meals, stay fit and rest between calls.

They provide a focal point where firefighters wait vigilantly, prepared to deal with emergencies

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Writer A. Watt says a suggestion that fire halls and their parking lots be used to help house the homeless is ‘absurd.’ in the community. The parking lots are used for training drills and practice.

Homeless shelters are rife with mental illness, substance abuse, theft and violence.

Mr. Klaas would have the efficiency and lifesaving equipment of the fire hall jeopardized by introducing this element? He would have the responsibility of overseeing a tent community placed on those who already endure so much workplace stress, and risk so much to keep us safe?

Firefighters are not social workers, or police officers, health care profes-

sionals or counsellors. Putting them in this position would risk their safety and their ability to perform their jobs. And as a result, would risk the safety of the community.

Homelessness is a terrible social injustice that cannot be so easily remedied as Mr. Klaas suggests.

On one point I agree with him, that the solution to homelessness requires “a little will and co-operation from all levels,” including private citizens. It does not belong on the backs of our firefighters.

A. WATT, SURREY

Much to learn about Aboriginal experience Editor: Thanks to Monique Tamminga for writing the “On the road to reconciliation” article which was very informative.

Thanks for sharing that information about the residential schools.

I, like many Canadians, had not even heard of the Aboriginal residential schools before and did not realize that they had been forcibly made to attend the schools for seven generations.

A colleague at work had remarked to me, “why there is any need for ‘truth and reconciliation,’ and for how much longer this reconciliation should continue to go on?”

I remarked that I didn’t realize that any such thing had even begun.

I visited Winnipeg several years ago and was really surprised as to how openly racist people were toward Aboriginals, even more than here on the West Coast.

I have also learned that

Aboriginals are very limited in ways they may earn a living, not being allowed

by Dept. of Indian Affairs to sell their fish or other natural resources like oil, off-reserve.

I recently discovered that Alberta and Saskatchewan bands with oil reserves could only sell them with the involvement of Indian Oil Canada, a federal government agency.

And we wonder why aboriginals are so impoverished when we deprive them of the means to support themselves.

And many of us still think that school, housing and other social funding to the bands are social programs when really, they were to fulfill the promises made in the land treaties and should instead be considered more like mortgage payments by the Canadian government to the Aboriginals.

COLIN CHANG, ABBOTSFORD

Parking ticket indicative of larger problem in City of Langley Editor: My wife and I visited your town on the weekend of Jan. 9 to help my daughter move into a new condo. We were loading boxes in and out of vehicles all day, from one location to the other. In order to move the contents of her apartment, we required the use of the alley.

After unloading the car, I was waiting for the other members of my family to be ready to continue.

This was not a long wait, but when I returned I found a ticket on my windshield. Apparently I was parked in a fire lane, and was

therefore entitled to a $50 ticket.

There was no visible signage from where I had parked my car, but after investigating further, I found that there was indeed a sign posted at the entrance of the lane, fairly high up, easy to miss if you were trying to find something at street level.

I decided to investigate the neighbourhood a little bit, to see how parking was in the area, and felt that I should write this letter.

I paid my ticket promptly. This is not so much a dispute about money, but rather the morality of development permits and park-

ing enforcement that is employed by the City of Langley.

As I strolled around my daughter’s neighbourhood I found that every linear foot of curb was completely filled by cars. The condos in the area had virtually no parking. Another thing I noticed was that there were sides of the street that had posted “no parking” signs that had vehicles parked at them whenever the resident knew bylaw enforcement was not present.

I feel that this is indicative of a larger problem in any area where population pressures are increas-

ing.

The population of Langley is increasing, so developers want to build condominiums to allow more people to live there. The developers do not want to provide adequate parking facilities. Even if the condominiums have parking available it is not adequate to meet the demand placed on the neighbourhood.

There are no “visitor” parking spaces available at the complex, so the demand must be met by street-side parking. There is far more demand than could be possibly filled by the supply of park-

ing spots, which leads to people parking illegally.

The City of Langley then employs bylaw enforcement officers to ticket these parking infractions.

One bylaw enforcement officer doesn’t have to find that many infractions to make up their salary, with the balance of the tickets given being profit to the City of Langley.

This strikes me as being a very immoral practice, and one that all citizens should be outraged by.

HENRY ORTYNSKI, POWELL RIVER

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Long lonely days spent With pen in hand Days spent Cowering Hoping for hope The boys with rocks Lurking Violence in their hearts And eyes Cruel teachers tower In condemnation With clenched jaws No help to be found ‘Survival of the fittest’ Take a hint and die!

Hide Hide Hide away y Until a better day As God above weeps with you u He weeps for you

REACH OUT:

Members of the Conservative Club held a reach-out day at Trinity Western Univeristy. The group offered four petitions to sign for Langley/ Aldergrove MP Mark Warawa; handed out Canadian paraphernalia, Conservative party facts and literature; and offered information on joining the club and preparing to vote for the next Conservative Party leader.

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APPRECIATION NIGHT (above): Rob Ross spoke on behalf of the volunteers honoured by the City of Langley at a dinner on Thursday, Feb. 11. During the event, held at Coast Hotel and Convention Centre, both Coun. Gayle Martin and Jack Arnold were honoured for 25 years of service. Mayor Ted Schaffer announced that Coun. Dave Hall, who passed away on Jan. 4, will be memorialized with a tree, which will be planted at Al Anderson Memorial Pool. In addition, the over-60 category of the City’s annual Tri-It Triathlon will be named in Hall’s memory.

LUNAR NEW YEAR (left): Dancers performed at the Langley Chinese Lunar New Year Gala 2016, held on Feb. 6.

100 CANDLES:

Langley City/ Cloverdale MP John Aldag and Langley City Mayor Ted Schaffer dropped by to wish Pauline a very happy 100th birthday. Pauline (a Valentine’s Day baby) celebrated with family and friends on Feb. 13 at the Langley Senior Resources Centre.

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GRAND OPENING: Hundreds attended the opening of the new Timms centre in Langley City on Feb. 24.

and a youngster enjoy storytime at the library. The storytime events introduce young children to the love of language and books through interactive stories, songs and rhymes. The events take place at all seven of Langley’s libraries.

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“The Rivermen were a huge part of the day as they donated their entire gate to charity,” said Matheson.

Visitors to the event were encouraged to watch the Rivermen play a league game.

“They also had a family skate with the Rivermen after the game. It’s a partnership we will continue to grow in the future.”

Matheson will present a cheque at an upcoming Rivermen playoff game.

“We had countless volunteers donate their time on a holiday to ensure that the event went off well,” he said. “I’d like to thank each and every one of them. They are all a large part of this event, and the future of it.”

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In Langley there is no shortage of amazing women contributing countless hours of their time to help make the world a better place.

But many do it without fanfare, quietly helping others often changing lives.

Every year, the Rotary Club of Langley Central honours some of these women, during a special luncheon.

The fifth annual International Women’s Day Luncheon, with keynote speaker Tamara Taggart, takes place on Saturday, March 5, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Newland’s Golf and Country Club.

Three Langley women — Kirsten Brazier, Toots Tucker and Penny King — are being honoured this year for their contributions.

The event will include a buffet lunch, silent auction, free giveaways from David’s Tea, complimentary make-up touch ups and gift bags provided by The Bay. This year’s ticket proceeds go to two Rotary projects — Rotary Kenya Water project and, locally, the Young Strokes for Hope program based out of Walnut Grove

Community Centre.

“We had 10 submissions for our women of distinction this year which I think says a lot (about) the amount of women doing great things in the community, a lot of them unsung heroes,” said Rotary women’s day chair Linda Mross.

“It was really hard to decide.”

Last year, the keynote speaker was former Surrey mayor Diane Watts, who is a current federal MP. Taggart is not just a wellknown CTV news anchor, her good work goes beyond that.

She is the chair of the B.C. Women’s Hospital Hope Starts Here campaign. She sits on the several boards including the Children’s Wish Foundation and is a big supporter of the Developmental Disabilities Association and the BC Centre for Ability. She has a son with Down syndrome and has faced her own health challenges while continuing to help others.

King has volunteered at Pacific Riding for Developmental Abilities for 24 years. She was instrumental in bringing in a program to PRDA that brings First Nations girls who have been sexually abused to work with the horses, as part of their therapy and

healing. She also has been a Soroptimist in Langley for 30 years, and promotes them to help support PRDA. Brazier is a commercial pilot who has had a successful flying career, but has dedicated the last few years to ensuring more girls are introduced to the job opportunities provided by aviation through the annual Sky’s No Limit, Girls Fly Too event. It is held each March on International Women’s Day. She has helped put thousands of female first-time flyers up in the sky for free while also introducing them to female astronauts, mechanics and pilots of all kinds.

Tucker has been ‘tireless’ in her volunteer efforts over the years, said Mross.

Places where she volunteers include Langley Heritage Society, Fort Langley Museum, Langley Garden Club, blood donor clinic, the Cancer Society, Operation Red Nose, Langley Field Naturalists, Salvation Army, Emergency Social Services, and Sharon United Church to name a few.

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It has always been Hiro Tsujimoto and Ricardo Masana’s philosophy that “sometimes the right way is not the easiest way.”

But just what that entails is far more difficult than what the two owners of Republica Coffee Roasters in Fort Langley had originally imaged.

For the business partners, and brothers-in-law, the “right way” means trekking through jungles with armed government escorts to find coffee plantations that are socially responsible and environmentally sustainable. It means spending hours in a windowless 700 square-foot Port Kells warehouse, blending and trying new coffee recipes. It means roasting their coffee in small batches fresh to order, and delivering it to their customers within 24 hours, despite the “logistical nightmare” that creates.

“It’s not about making money really quickly. Taking the time to make a superior product, or something that we can all be proud of, takes a lot of work,” Tsujimoto said.

“We take great care in the roasting process. We make sure that we have a coffee that’s there for all palates. There’s just a lot of care in the products we do.”

Last night the pair was recognized for their hard work at the Small Business BC Awards. They won the Best International Trade award, recognizing the fair trade

work they do with 54 countries around the world.

All of this started with a single visit to Masana’s brother-in-law’s coffee plantation in La Sierra Madre in the state of Chihapas, Mexico in 2007.

Masana, who worked in the coffee industry at that time, and Tsujimoto, who worked in hospitality, often had conversations over dinner about starting a business together.

Masana had mentioned the idea of coffee, but it wasn’t until the pair visited Mexico that the idea became their inspiration.

Over a span of two years they worked with the farmers and studied their methods of picking the cherries, having them cleaned, dried, sorted, packed into sacks and brought into the roaster.

Initially, Tsujimoto and Masana were only trading the coffee and working on their business part time, but that quickly grew into roasting and developing their own blends in Port Kells. By 2011, they took their product to local farmer’s markets to sell, and soon after opened a retail storefront on Gasoline Alley in Fort Langley.

“Much to the scorn of my family, I decided to go with my dreams,” Tsujimoto said.

“The bank hated me, they cut all of my credit because I didn’t have a secure income coming in. It was fairly stressful. Especially for the family — I have three young ones, too, and a mortgage. It was a bit of a tough ride. My wife was very

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Business partners and brothers-in-law Hiro Tsujimoto and Ricardo Masana were awarded the Best International Trade award for Republica Coffee Roasters at the Small Business BC Awards on Feb. 25. supportive of the idea, (but) my parents were not. They thought it was crazy — risking everything.

They don’t think that way anymore.

“When you’re back against the wall, you find a new level of energy and ambition. Failure is not an option.”

But failure was certainly part of the process. Tsujimoto jokes that it really is “a labour of love,” having made many bad batches of coffee while experimenting with new blends and flavours.

Coffee roasting is an ever changing process, as much like wine, coffee beans change in flavour from year to year, even if they are from the same farm. Weather and environmental factors impact the beans, so every harvest the pair has to tweak their recipes slightly to maintain the same profile.

“When we went to visit the plantations, we looked for socially responsible coffees,” Tsujimoto explained.

“So no child labour involved,

good farming practices and the money is benefiting the community. And of course, we’re dealing with countries that are third world, so we want to make sure there is no slavery or anything like that going on.

“And then at the same time, we wanted to make sure there was little environmental impact. Good farming practices usually entail being fairly traded and organic. So high altitude coffee, which take a little more care and time to grow.”

Several of their trade missions have involved Tsujimoto and Masana going into politically unstable and dangerous areas. They have countless stories of encounters while visiting countries like Colombia, Brazil, Rwanda, Burundi, Kenya, Congo and Zambia.

“At times (it’s) scary, and at times exciting. It’s never easy, that’s for sure,” Tsujimoto said.

“Once we find a real, credible source — someone we can deal with around there — then we don’t have to go back there as often. And

we’ve made connections with various different countries. So we’re streamlining this right now.”

Today, their little two-person roasting company has grown to 12 employees, and Tsujimoto and Masana plan to launch their products nation-wide in the near future.

For their success, they thank their dedicated staff.

“The rewarding part is seeing our business grow. We have such an amazing team of young professionals,” Tsujimoto said.

“No company can grow this way or as fast as we have without good staff. It’s a bit of a blessing that we have been able to assemble these ambitious and energetic young people. I’ve never seen a group of people that cared so much for the company. And that’s really hard to find, you can’t really buy loyalty like that.”

Tsujimoto and Masana plan on treating their staff with the prize money they have won with the Small Business BC Award.

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Fraudsters busted by online bragging JEFF NAGEL Black Press

Insurance fraudsters are increasingly being tripped up online by their own social media postings.

ICBC says it opened 2,350 cyber cases last year where investigators used social media or other online postings to try to uncover suspected fraudulent or exaggerated crash claims.

“Social media is a growing area that’s been highly successful for us,” said Chris Fairbridge, manager of ICBC’s Special Investigations Unit.

“When you’ve got pictures and you’ve got video and you’ve got posts of what you’ve been doing, it’s pretty hard for anybody to look at that and say you’re telling the truth when you’ve exaggerated.”

Fairbridge said the dedicated unit now has 10 investigators dedicated to cyber cases, up from two when it was started in 2010.

About 70 per cent of their investigations have some effect in reducing payout costs or leading to a complete denial.

One 2015 example was a B.C. woman who claimed crash injuries kept her from returning to work as a hairdresser, but posted on Twitter and Facebook about hiking, running and being one of the “hardest hitters” on the roller derby team she’d just joined.

She settled for half her original claim after being confronted with her social media posts.

In another case that went to court, a woman sought $1 million after being hit by a motorcycle in a crosswalk. A

judge awarded her just $20,000 and ordered her to pay $34,000 in ICBC costs after deciding from social media posts and other evidence that she’d grossly exaggerated her injuries.

Other phony claimants were undone by their friends’ social media postings.

A Lower Mainland man said he couldn’t go back to his desk job after a crash but investigators found a friend’s Facebook photo of him later running a grueling obstacle race in Whistler, as well as a video of him taking down an opponent in a mixed martial arts bout. Shown the evidence, he quickly settled, citing a miraculous recovery.

ICBC also denied a Kamloops man’s claim that vandals burned his truck after finding evidence the fire was suspicious and a Craigslist posting trying to sell the truck because he couldn’t afford to pay for its repairs.

Penalties may go beyond reduced or denied payouts.

Fairbridge said there were 520 successful fraud convictions in the last five years, some leading to jail time.

Those convicted may not be able to cross the border again or may have trouble getting a loan or a job, he noted.

Asked if fraudsters are getting wise and going dark on social media after a claim, Fairbridge said no.

“People can’t help themselves.”

An estimated 10 to 20 per cent of auto insurance claims are fraudulent or exaggerated, costing an extra $600 million a year in B.C. and adding $100 to the insurance premiums of the average driver.

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Leon’s taking over Sears Home store in Langley GARY AH U J A Ti m e s Re po r t e r

The closing of the Sears Home store in Langley should help funnel more traffic into the Sears department store at Willowbrook Shopping Centre.

Sears Canada announced on Tuesday that the Langley location was one of Sears Home stores

across the country which will be assigned to Leon’s Furniture Ltd. “Our focus is on converting each and every customer at stores with less efficient footprints into customers of our more efficient and best performing stores,” said Brandon Stranzl, the executive chairman of Sears Canada Inc. “These actions will drive more

business over less square footage and will make Sears Canada a stronger company.”

The Sears Home stores sell furniture, mattresses and major appliances, but those are also available at the Sears department store.

The two stores are a few blocks apart.

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“With the onset of people becoming more comfortable with online (shopping) and everything else, what we are looking to do is consolidate the space,” said Vincent Power, corporate communications for Sears Canada.

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The Township of Langley annually awards grants to non-profit groups and organizations serving the Township and its residents.

Application forms for the 2016 Community Grants and Capital Improvement Grants are now available: 1 On the Township’s website at tol.ca/grants 2 At the Township of Langley Civic Facility, Customer Service counter, 2nd Floor We’ve gone green! Applications can now be completed and submitted online. Visit tol.ca/grants to submit your paperless application today.

Hard copy forms are available at the Township of Langley Civic Facility, Customer Service, 2nd Floor, and can be returned to: Recreation, Culture, and Parks Division Township of Langley 20338 - 65 Avenue Langley, BC V2Y 3J1 Or submitted via email to: Community Grants: communitygrants@tol.ca Capital Improvement Grants: capitalgrants@tol.ca Deadline: Monday, February 29, 2016.

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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.

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.

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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.

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shop at the home store to shop at the full line store.

“We are just trying to make the whole space in Langley more efficient.”

Leon’s takes over the Sears Home store location effective June 1.

The Canadian company also owns The Brick.

Green Building Permit Rebate Program Offers Incentives for Energy Efficient Construction The Township of Langley offers the following building permit fee rebates for new residential construction projects constructed to the following EnerGuide ratings:

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

• $750 for single family dwellings constructed to EG 80 • $150 for each townhouse, row house, manor house, or duplex unit constructed to EG 82 Participants who elect to participate in this voluntary program will also receive a complimentary EnerGuide plan evaluation conducted by a Certified Energy Advisor.

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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.

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INVESTMENT OPTIONS “…the expectation that household formation in Metro Vancouver will continue to exceed the number of new homes built in the region for the next decade makes long-term price appreciation highly likely.”

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“Firstly, the expectation that household formation in Metro Vancouver will continue to You may have heard the terms “investment exceed the number of new homes built in the property” and “second home” used interregion for the next decade makes long-term changeably. Their similarity is that they both price appreciation highly likely, so the risk of describe property that is not the owner’s pria price collapse longer term is low,” mary residence; otherwise, they are he says. “Second, interest rates are distinctively different. historically low, so the cost of borA second home, and where it largely rowing will never be better than it is differs from an investment propnow. As the saying goes, they’re not erty, is that it’s a residence that you making any more land.” intend to occupy in addition to a He adds that because it is costly for primary residence for part of the many would-be new buyers to get year (a vacation home or an apartinto the market, vacancy rates for ment in a city you often visit). renters are extremely low, leading to An investment property is a generRobert (Bob) de Wit attractive rental rates for investorally defined as property that is not CEO of the Greater Vancouver owners.

Home Builders' Association occupied by the owner, and usually While investment properties are not purchased specifically to generate riskless investments, one of the reasons why profit through renting, profit from appreciapeople look to purchase an investment proption, or to take advantage of tax benefits. You erty is that, when compared to other investcan deduct certain expenses from your income, ment products, they are relatively safe. such as mortgage interest, property taxes, Since you own the property, you stand to gain maintenance/upgrades, property management from an increase in the property value over and utility bills. For many, the motivation is to time. Keep in mind, however, that the fluctuaassist in the cost of providing their own houstion depends on the area – for some, value may ing. Homeowners who live in the same home rise significantly over the course of a few years, as the rental unit – as in the case of a basement while in other areas it may remain stagnant. suite – will enjoy tax-free capital gains, unlike In a hot market, there is an influx of interest in a “pure” investor owner who must pay capital investment properties – partly because people gains taxes when they sell their investment need the extra support for their own mortgagproperty. es, and partly because investors expect an even Robert (Bob) de Wit, CEO of the Greater Vanhigher market in the future, adds de Wit. couver Home Builders' Association says there “The most common housing form purchased as are a number of market variables that make an investment is the condominium. The upside present conditions nearly ideal for buying

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of the condo is that they are typically the most affordable to purchase and the easiest to rent.

The downside is that condos, compared to houses and townhouses, enjoy lesser long-term price appreciation because of their fractional ownership of the land the unit is built on,” he says. “Townhouses tend to be bought by owners who live in them rather than rent them out.”

If you are considering purchasing either an investment property or a second home, do your research and ask yourself some impor-

tant questions: Do you have enough saved for the down payment? How much income will the property generate? How will deductions affect your profits? Are you comfortable being a landlord? How much time are you willing to invest in upkeep?

Also, talk to a financial expert about how it may affect your taxes and financial situation.

There are a number of pros and cons to buying a property and then renting it out – it’s important to know your options.

Homeowners who live in the same home as the rental unit – as in the case of a basement suite – will enjoy tax-free capital gains, unlike a “pure” investor owner who must pay capital gains taxes…”

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Langley Field Naturalists visit the Houston Trail in Derby Reach Regional Park March 5, 9 a.m. Topic will be Birds and Bryophytes (various mosses). Leader is Phil Henderson.

Meet at the Houston Trail parking lot on Allard Crescent. Contact 604-576-6831 or 604-888-1571 for more information or to participate.

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.

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.

Opus One Women’s Choir meets Wednesday nights, 7:15 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. at RE Mountain Band Room. This three-part women’s choir accepts new members (no experience necessary) throughout the year. No audition.

For more info email opusonewe@gmail.com.

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. Or Tuesdays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Own transportation required. Contact Muriel 604-530-3297.

Pot Luck supper hosted by the Aldergrove OAP 71 at Feb. 28 5 p.m. at the OAP Hall at 3015 273 St. Evryone welcome.

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 604-615-0327 for more information.

FORTified 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.

Osteoporosis Canada Langley Branch meeting March 14, 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Langley Seniors’ Centre, 20605 51B Ave. Guest speaker is Anne Shreck, retired physiotherapist, on exercising correctly and reducing pain. Everyone welcome.

Golden Agers bowling at West Langley Hall 208 St. and 94 Ave. Monday mornings at 10 a.m. Contact Helen Williams at 604-8073107.

Langley Concert Band meets Monday nights, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at RE Mountain band room 7755 202A St. Accepting new members with at least one year’s experience. For more info email thelangleyconcertband@gmail.com or call 604-613-8132.

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.

People in Pain Network meets the second Tuesday of the month from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Walnut Grove Vancity branch (10320159 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 604-462-9326 or Jacquie at 604-768-6725.

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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. 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.

Join the Langley Field Naturalists on March 11 at 9 a.m. to visit the Mountain View Crown Lands. Meet at the railway overpass on Rawlinson Crescent between 232 and 240 Streets.

Leaders are Bob Puls and Al Grass. For information or to participate call 604-576-6831 or 604-538-8774.

All That Jazz Workshop introductory dance and fitness class with basic body stretch, light cardio and basic jazz moves 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.

Central Valley Community Pipe Band is accepting new pipers and drummers. Please contact Pipe Major Brittney Otto at 604-2263476 or otto.britt@gmail.com. Beginner classes are also being offered.

Langley Memorial Hospital Gift Shop needs volunteer cashiers. We provide training and a parking pass. Apply on line at: http://www. fraserhealth.ca/about-us/get-involved/volunteer/langley-memorial-hospital.

Bibles for Missions Thrift Store is looking for volunteers. All proceeds go to The Bible League of Canada which funds a variety of programs in over 40 different countries around the world. For more info call 604-5333995 or email bfmarlene@telus.net.

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Spartans, Vikes set for playoff clash The Trinity Western women’s basketball team is in the post-season dance for the first time in seven seasons.

And the Spartans face the same Victoria Vikes team they began the season against — earning a split — in a Canada West best-ofthree playoff series.

TWU won their final four games, including a pair of must-win games this weekend in Lethbridge, knocking off the Pronghorns 8663 and 78-62 to finish at 8-12 and claim the final playoff spot in Canada West.

Victoria was 9-11.

Kayla Gordon — named the Canada West second star of the week — tied a school record with 35 points in the decisive victory.

“Tonight’s game was probably one of our toughest mental battles of the year. We found ways to take leads but Lethbridge fought back hard and made it a 40 minute battle. I’m really proud of how we hung on and showed composure at the end and with some outstanding performances and tough, tough minutes we were able to get the job done,” said TWU head coach Cheryl Jean-Paul.

The best-of-three playoff series will be in Victoria with games one and two on Friday and Saturday.

If necessary, the deciding game would be Sunday.

‘Raw’ Sclater elevates game G A RY A HUJ A Times R ep or ter

In this day and age of youth athletes focusing specifically on one sport year-round, Ryan Sclater was a bit of a throwback, playing multiple sports at an elite level.

Sclater was playing both metro and high school soccer, high school basketball, tennis and club volleyball.

By the time he got to Grade 11, he had cut the sports down to volleyball and basketball.

While he loved soccer, the six-foot-

six Sclater knew his body size likely meant more success and opportunities in to the other two sports.

And while there was no high school volleyball at Terry Fox Secondary, Sclater was dominant on the basketball court, helping the Ravens capture the 2012 B.C. 3A provincial high school championship. Sclater earned most valuable player honours for the tournament as well.

But when the time came to narrow his focus to one sport for post-secondary, volleyball and Trinity Western University was the choice.

“Every once in a while (TWU coach Ben Josephson) will ask me ‘are you still good with volleyball?’” Sclater said with a chuckle.

“And I still think it was the best choice.”

Now in his fourth year with the Spartans men’s volleyball team, the 22-year-old Sclater has emerged as one of the top players in the Canada West conference.

Sclater led the Spartans in kills (350) and kills per set (4.07) as well as points (405) and points per set (4.7). His hitting percentage came in at .272.

All five of those numbers were also good for second in the Canada West conference and have him ranked in fourth (kills, points) and sixth (kills per set, points per set), respectively among all Canadian university players.

It has been a quick ascent, not just in terms of development, but in how fast the time has gone.

“It just feels like one day you wake up and you are in your fourth year,” Sclater said.

The first year was all about learning as the outside hitter — he can play either the right or left side — so he played sparingly.

The second year saw him make

the most of an increased role, going from 11 kills and 0.22 points per set to 183 kills and 2.65 points per set.

And last year, those numbers were even better with 307 kills (3.9 points per set).

“He was an incredible athlete obviously, but he wasn’t a super devoted volleyball player,” Josephson said.

“He was pretty raw because he never played high school volleyball.” “(But) in his time here, he has turned into more of a volleyball player and less of an athlete and I think he has made himself into a pretty special volleyball player.”

Part of what has allowed Sclater to develop from raw potential to a conference all-star — he was a second team Canada West selection in 2015 — are his smarts.

“His athletic background allows him to pick up stuff quickly,” Josephson said.

“And his intelligence — he understands the objective of each skill and each system and tactic … you can almost see him processing (things).

You don’t have to explain things to him.

“Once he gets it, he understands and you almost don’t ever have to talk to him again about it.”

Sclater’s smarts aren’t limited to athletics either as he is a three-time academic all-Canadian and is sporting a 4.0 grade point average in his fourth year.

For his part, Sclater says that playing for the Spartans, one of the premier programs in the country, has been a big factor in his development as being surrounded by great talent made him work even harder.

Sclater — who still has one year of eligibility remaining — and the Spartans are in Calgary for a Canada West best-of-three quarter-final series this weekend (see below).

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Trinity Western fourth-year volleyball player Ryan Sclater was a versatile athlete in high school before choosing to focus on volleyball when he came to Langley. The decision is paying off for the 22-year-old as he leads the Spartans into the Canada West playoffs.

The Trinity Western Spartans head into the post-season with wins in five of their past six matches, but they face a tough task against the fourthranked Calgary Dinos.

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Local squads finish fifth, sixth at Fraser Valleys The Langley Christian Lightning lost just one game at the Fraser Valley championships, but unfortunately for them, it came in the quarter-final round.

The Lightning, the top seed of the 32 teams, lost to the Lord Tweedsmuir Panthers 37-32 on Feb. 19. The Panthers — who were seeded eighth — continued their run of strong play, capturing the Fraser Valley title.

Langley Christian would rebound from the loss to win their final two games to place fifth at the championships.

The Lightning defeated Panorama Ridge 56-38 and Southridge 50-23 on Saturday and Monday, respectively.

The championship round of the Fraser Valley tournament was played at Burnsview Secondary.

Langley Christian hosted their first two games of the championships, hammering Mt. Slesse 70-7 and Holy Cross 53-17.

Three other Langley schools made the 32team championships.

No. 12 Walnut Grove beat Maple Ridge 1910 before losing to W.A. Fraser 34-30.

No. 19 Credo Christian won 48-45 over No. 14 Elgin Park in round one but lost their second game, 59-19 to No. 3 the Colleen and Gordie Howe Bulldogs.

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The Gators lost 72-29 to Abbotsford Middle in the quarter-finals and 52-34 to Fleetwood

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Sandwiched in between was a 55-46 win over Sullivan Heights.

The final three days of the championships were held at D.W. Poppy Secondary.

Walnut Grove won their opening round game 44-28 over Sands on Feb. 16 and then beat Langley Christian

The Fraser Valley Thunderbirds offence soared over the weekend, striking for a dozen goals as they won back-to-back hockey games.

The Thunderbirds downed the Kootenay Ice 6-1 and 6-2 over the weekend to improve to 16-14-8 in the B.C. Major Midget Hockey League.

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Jordan Naylor earned the win in goal.

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Twenty-three swimmers hit the pool for the Lower Mainland regional championships in Richmond, combining to win six gold, five silver and eight bronze medals.

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Also winning gold medals were Isobel McNeill (800 free), Joseph Park (50 back) and Katelyn Schroeder (50 free). McNeill also won two bronze medals in the 50 free, 50 breast).

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Brian Nemethy and Erin Nestmann were the top male and female runners, respectively at Sunday’s Fort Langley Historic Half Marathon.

Nemethy had a gun time of 1:23:55.4 while Nestmann finished in 1:30:42.2.

Overall, 547 runners took part in the half marathon, 10-km and 5-km races.

Ryan Boulter (48:22.6) and Chris Race (52:57.3) were tops in the 10-km while Benjamin Koat (30:14.6) and Roberta Machell (34:39.8) led in the 5-km race.

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In a playoff preview, the Langley Rivermen used some lategame dramatics to earn a single point in their BCHL regular season finale.

Jordan Schneider scored with one second to play on Tuesday night as the Langley Rivermen rallied to tie the Wenatchee Wild 4-4 at the Toyota Town Center.

Langley finished the regular season with a record of 31-233-2 and 67 points, good for third place in the Mainland Division.

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Langley went 1-2-1-2 in six head-to-head games with Wenatchee.

Langley had a great start in Tuesday’s game with Zac Masson and Ryan Barrow striking in the first 3:26 for a quick 2-0 lead. But the Wild scored four straight to lead 4-2 midway through the third.

Max Kaufman pulled the Rivermen within a goal before Schneider struck. The tying goal

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Nick Trenciansky made 47 saves.

The Rivermen also had three games last week, beating Prince George and Coquitlam by identical 5-1 scores in road victories on Feb. 18 and 20, and then losing their home finale 4-0 to Victoria on Feb. 21.

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They’ve heard all of the jokes about the notoriously unreliable Pony which the South Korean began making in 1975 and finally put out of its misery in 1990. One of the most oft repeated jokes came from Jay Leno, who suggested a Hyundai’s value doubled when filled with gas.

In Don Romano, the president and CEO of Hyundai Canada, the company has a very competent car guy and a wise cracker par excellence.

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He quipped: “My daughter asked me if I knew why a Hyundai has a manual as thick as a phone book . . . because it comes with a bus schedule, she told me.”

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The sixth generation Elantra should become a major competitor to Canada’s top selling Honda Civic and other compact segment favourites, the Mazda3, Ford Focus and Toyota Corolla. The Hyundai entry is sleeker than it was but it still loses in the pretty stakes to the new Civic and the Mazda3.

But it’s not going to be rated on its date worthiness because what’s under its skin impresses more. The tough new high-strength steel superstructure raises the safety stakes substantially and quietens the cabin to a level about which luxury cars would boast.

The driver-oriented interior design, with its wide instrument panel (available with a 4.2-inch colour display), improves driver access to controls, creates cabin space and features higher quality materials and premium technology.

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The all-new 2.0-litre “Nu” MPI Atkinson four-cylinder engine produces 147 horsepower at 6,200 rpm. According to Hyundai, “This cycle type engine (invented in 1882) reduces pumping loss by delaying the close timing of the intake valves in the compression point, therefore maximizing the expansion ratio . . . . this results in a 1.6 percent improvement in fuel economy.”

Here endeth the engineering lesson. The power plant is paired with either a six-speed manual transmission or a new six-speed automatic transmission.

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During a daylong test drive, the urge to use the Sport mode was not sufficient to stray for long out of the Eco and Normal modes. However, the route did include stretches with some tricky corners, up and downhill, offering some good opportunities for that Sport mode. The handling was far smoother than I expected.

Did some supermarket parking towards the end of the day as the need for munchies was strong. It’s the right size for shopping and squeezing into those ever narrowing spots.

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The last time I had the opportunity to watch these quarter-million-dollar, three-metre-plus high, 4.5-tonne Monster Trucks, roar around in the mud was back in the 1990s. Back then, my son Niall joined me to watch the likes of Big Foot fire up methanol fuelled Big Block American 9.4-litre V8s and jump over a bunch of weeny cars crushing them in the process. (Apparently, they crush about 3,000 a year on the circuit.)

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It’s a thrill for those in attendance and one enjoyed by about four million spectators a year throughout North America and parts of Europe. I swear that when you walk through the door, your voice drops an octave. I guess that could be a problem for little Francis, even next year.

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VW removes virtual and real world borders The Volkswagen GTI Roadster was created as a purely computergenerated car for the PlayStation classic “Gran Turismo 6”.

But there’s no virtual reality about the two-seat convertible displayed at the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto.

A 3.0-litre V6 biturbo engine that produces 503 horsepower powers the digital-made-real roadster. Power is transmitted through a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox (DSG) and 4MOTION all-wheel drive to the 20-inch wheels. The lightweight (1420 kg) super sports car reaches 100 km/h in 3.6 seconds on the way to a maximum speed of 309 km/h!

The driver and passenger are enclosed in a dual monocoque made of carbon fibre.

Will we see this beautiful roadster in the flesh, so to speak? – Anybody’s guess but one can dream.

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typical of a race car and is fitted with shift paddles that can be activated intuitively and ergonomically– without having the driver’s hands ever leave the steering wheel.

Viewed directly from the front, the Roadster looks like a typical GTI – but one originating from the next decade.

The Roadster’s front end has a threedimensional design with bumper modules that appear to hover.

The bumper transitions into the wings on the sides, and a centrally integrated wide radiator grille with a honeycomb screen creates a distinct threedimensional effect.

The radiator grille is framed by a surface finished in body colour. To the sides of this surface are the vertically arranged LED

daytime driving lights and the painted exterior surfaces of the bumper. Above them are the classic red GTI radiator grille cross-stripe, VW badge and GTI logo, another air inlet with honeycomb screen and dual LED headlights. Beneath the headlights are two other narrow LED strips for the daytime

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Hyundai needs help finding car body “stolen” at the Toronto Auto Show Hyundai Auto Canada Corp. is asking for the public’s help to find the company’s SuperStructure, “stolen” while on display at the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto by the three executive characters found in the company’s advertising.

The #SuperSearch contest launched with the release of a security footage video on Hyundai’s social platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube) and a crime scene perimeter was set up around the company’s display at the Auto Show.

It’s expected that a total of five clues leading to the whereabouts of the SuperStructure will be revealed throughout the duration of the contest, and a Grand Prize of $20,000 plus four additional $2,500 prizes have been announced by Hyundai for those that help find it.

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Featuring the three executives introduced in previous advertising campaigns, the #SuperSearch contest shows how far the competition is ready to go to learn and reverse engineer Hyundai’s advanced SuperStructure.

Leveraging its position as the only major global automaker with a captive steel plant, Hyundai more than doubled the amount of Advanced High-Strength Steel in the 2017 Elantra’s chassis –from 21 per cent to 53 per cent – to create the SuperStructure.

The main benefit of this SuperStructure is improved torsional rigidity, which results in better ride and handling, a quieter cabin, and a more durable frame to help improve collision energy management. ~ Metroland Media

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Volvo tests smart phone app as door key For decades, drivers have been accustomed to accessing and driving cars with physical keys.

But in a groundbreaking move for the automotive industry, Volvo Cars plans to become the world’s first car manufacturer to offer cars without keys from 2017.

Volvo customers will be offered an application for their mobile phones to replace the physical key with a digital key.

The innovative Bluetooth-enabled digital key technology, will offer Volvo customers far more flexibility, enabling them to benefit from entirely new ways to use and share cars.

The new Volvo app enables the digital key on the customer’s mobile phone to do everything a physical key currently does, such as locking or unlocking the doors or the trunk and allowing the engine to be started.

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possibility to receive more than one digital key on their app allowing them to access different Volvo cars in different locations – according to their changing mobility needs.

Using the app people could potentially book and pay for a rental car anywhere in the world and have the digital car key delivered to their phone immediately.

On arrival a customer could simply locate the rental car via GPS, unlock it and drive away, avoiding those frustrating queues at airport or train station car rental desks.

Volvo Cars’ digital key means that sharing a car will become both simple and convenient. Volvo owners will be able to send their digital key to other people via their mobile phones so that they can also use the car, this may be family members, friends or coworkers in a company. ~ Metroland Media

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FOLLACK, CARL HEINZ Carl Heinz Follack of Salmon Arm, B.C., born in Meeting Lake, Saskatchewan, June 28th, 1933 to Wilhelm and Erna Follack, passed away peacefully at Hillside Village, Salmon Arm, B.C. on February 17th, 2016 at the age of 82.

Carl was predeceased by his parents Wilhelm and Erna, wife Marilyn Pritchard, sister Anne, and brothers Wilhelm and Reinholt.

He leaves behind his children Linda (Darryl), Rick, Robert and Sandra, as well as grandchildren, Julia, Megan, Nicholas and Nathan, sisters Esther and Lillian, and brother David (Valerie).

As a young man, Carl left Saskatchewan and ventured to B.C. where he met Marilyn Pritchard.

They were married in Surrey, B.C. on April 19th, 1958 and eventually bought an old farmhouse on 40 acres in Aldergrove where they raised their four children, Linda, Rick, Robert, and Sandra. Carl was a man of few words, but if you wanted a chin-wag, then coffee was always ready at 10 a.m. He was a hard worker and liked to be busy. Carl had no formal training or education, but regardless, was a master of any trade he cared to pursue - carpenter, metalworker, welder, engineer, orchardist and inventor – Carl was talented in all he tackled, and he renovated the house to hold his family and built barns and shops for their farm.

Soon the house was a perpetual whirlwind filled with family and friends. Carl was never too busy to help his friends. His workshop was a gathering place where he helped many a neighbour fix equipment or build something for their farms. He and Marilyn operated a successful mink ranch for over 25 years before they “retired” and moved to Salmon Arm in 1990 to an old cherry orchard. There Carl discovered a passion for his orchard and brought it back to life, supplying many happy customers with cherries, strawberries and raspberries over the next 25 years.

Again, he brought his many talents to Salmon Arm and spent his days helping his friends and neighbours with whatever needed fixing or building.

They were happily married for 45 years before Carl lost his soulmate when Marilyn died in May 2003. We will miss his big smile, his penchant for teasing, his love of a good joke, and his wave as he roars off in his Gator to check the orchard.

Thank you to Dr. Amy Megyesi, the staff at Hillside Village, the Shuswap General Hospital and the Shuswap Hospice Society for caring for Carl with such kindness and dedication.

There is no funeral by Carl’s request.

Ashes will be laid by family at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your charity of choice. Arrangements entrusted to Bower’s Funeral Service & Crematorium, Salmon Arm, B.C. (250) 832-2223.

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FURUNESS Verda Lucielle

August 2, 1941 - February 17, 2016 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our loving and wonderful mother. She is survived by her children Rick, Greg, Gayle, her sister Melva and her brothers Myron, Gary, Dean and Duane. She was predeceased by her brother Ron and her parents Melvin and Lucielle.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00pm on Saturday, March 5th at Phelps Hall (the Old Church), 248th Street & Fraser Highway, Langley.

SANDES, Michael Alfred Michael Alfred Sandes passed away on Tuesday, February 16th at George Derby Centre at the age of 95. Mike was born on July 28th, 1921 in North Battleford, Saskatchewan. The second youngest of eight children, he was raised on a dairy farm until enlisting to serve in World War II and was a proud member of the Royal Canadian Air Force. Mike was fun-loving and a friend to all those who knew him.

He enjoyed the opportunity to meet people, experience all that life offered and found enjoyment in his music and cars. He believed that his family was the most important thing in his life and provided unconditional love as father to Gail (Don) Jeffery, Warren (Sonya) Sandes and Brenda (Tim) Leclair, grandfather to Jodie, Tyler, Evan and Alex and great grandfather to Weston and Wynnlee.

The family will celebrate Michael’s life at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of BC. www.alzheimer.ca/bc

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Leona Iris (nee Hiebert)

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April 2, 1930 - February 17, 2016 It is with great sorrow to announce the passing of Leona with her family by her side. Leona was a much loved mother, grandmother & great grandmother.

Predeceased by husband, Art and 13 siblings, Leona was the last surviving sibling.

She is survived by daughters, Teresa (Ron), Jennifer, Kathy (Brian), grandchildren Nicholas, Leah, Breigh, Brent and great-grandchildren Ezra, Anya, Ayriana, Sophia, Luka and Lucas. She is also survived by her devoted partner Dave and his family, as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.

Leona had a positive attitude towards life and in her retirement enjoyed the game of golf with all her great golfing buddies. ~ Leona will be sadly missed and forever loved. ~ A Service of Remembrance will be held at 1:00pm on March 15, 2016 at Henderson’s Funeral Home, 20786 Fraser Highway, Langley, BC.

Phillip With great sadness we announce the passing of Phillip Arthur Horn on February 23, 2016, at the age of 91. Born July 26, 1924 in Abbotsford, BC. On a pioneer farm located on what is now known as Horn St. Phil was a naval veteran serving on Corvettes in the North Atlantic during the war and followed by a career with the Air Force retiring in 1969. Left behind are his devoted wife Angela, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Service to be held at Aldergrove Legion, Tuesday, March 1st at 1:00 pm.

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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.

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

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Industrial Overhead Door TECHNICIAN / INSTALLER 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.

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Vancouver International Airport (YVR) About Us: Swissport International Ltd. is the leading Ground Services Provider to the airline industry.

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

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.

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 to john@speedfoods.com

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

References. Call 604-328-3733.

Machinist Wanted

CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBORHOOD

New West 604.522.4900

CLEANING SERVICES

for Maple Ridge Machine Shop. Red Seal w/CNC experience. Exp. Operating a Horizontal Boring Mill an asset.

WALDUN FOREST PRODUCTS Needs experienced Shingle Sawyers & Packers. Also needing labourers for physically demanding positions. These are F/T positions with excellent wage and benefit packages.

Qualified applicants can apply in person at:

Work Today, Daily or Weekly Pay Apply 9AM to 2PM at: 118 – 713 Columbia Street

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

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

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

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9393 287th Street Maple Ridge, BC

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EXP’D LADY will do House & Office Cleaning, Home Care for Elderly.

Laundry & Ironing. 778-808-0514

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

Call 604-575-5555

HELP WANTED

CARRIERS

Restaurant General Manager

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

To Place An Ad

Waterworks Technology School - Get certified in 6 weeks. Earn $18-22/hr. 604.625.2272

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Fax: 604.888.6469 Email:Sean sweber@overlandwest.ca

LANDSCAPERS FOR FULL-TIME WORK 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.

PERSONAL SERVICES

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

ROOF CLEANER

Construction Electrician program also available.

... in only 6-months starts March 21st, 2016

HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Please send resume: yvrhr@swissport.com or Fax: 604.207.9941 or apply online: www.swissport.com

HELP WANTED

blackpress.ca X bclocalnews.com

.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca

Quality BC Jobs

Worth W or talking about, just one of many the reasons to follow us on Twitter, like us on facebook or visit us at: @localworkbc

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DRYWALL

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING

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

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

Repairs & Reno’s, Sundecks & Additions, New Homes

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299

European Quality Workmanship

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls

CONTRACT OR HOURLY FREE ESTIMATES 28 YEARS IN BUSINESS

Cloverdale High Performance paint.

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

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR

ELECTRICAL

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

SCOTGUARD ELECTRICAL LTD.

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

604-720-9244 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms

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

Always Reddy Rubbish Removal

20% discount on re-painting or

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

MISC. WANTED

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

PRISM PAINTING CO.

VECTOR RENO’S

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3 rooms $299

Residential / Commercial

Free Estimates

• Respectful • Reliable • Responsible • Affordable Rates

Call Sunny,778-893-1786

All Rubbish, Junk & Recycling needs.

Johnson

FENCING

778-999-2803

WE BUY RECORDS & BOOKS Hemingway’s 33765 Essendene Ave. Abbotsford ~ 604-855-1894

hemibooks@yahoo.com

We make housecalls!

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

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

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SUNDECKS FOR SALE BY OWNER

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

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS . Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 .Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

TILING

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SUNDECKS

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

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

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

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

HOME REPAIRS

AJM PAINTING

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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PLUMBING

A Gas Fitter ✭ Plumber

DEAD LEVEL Construction Ltd. Complete Home Reno’s, Additions, Shops/Garages - from start to finish Suite Legalization Specialist WE DO IT ALL! www.deadlevel.ca Call Bob at 604-830-1322 BBB Accredited Member

Furnaces, Boilers, Hot Water Heating, Hotwater Tanks, Drain/Duct Cleaning & Plumbing Jobs.

✭ 604-312-7674 ✭ ✭ 604-507-4606 ✭ 320

MOVING & STORAGE

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

AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com

$45/Hr

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

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

604-537-4140

PETS

BBB, WCB & LIABILITY Cell 604-837-6699

604-889-8424

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

Commercial • Residential

www.paintitfixit.ca

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PRESSURE WASHING

Hydro Tech Power Washing Hot & Cold: WCB, Liability Insured hydro-tech.ca ~ 778-928-6768

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

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

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

Chuck 604-830-1960.

*WCB *Licensed *Insured

Dan 778-837-0771

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

Clean, cozy 1 bdrm apts.

736

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

HOMES FOR RENT

LANGLEY CITY APARTMENTS ON 201A FREE: heat, hot water, laundry & parking. No Pets BACHELOR, 1 & 2 BDRMS. SENIORS, ADULT ORIENTED

Villa Fontana & Stardust

Rainbow & Majorca

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 545

FUEL

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

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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.

CLOVERDALE

Almost Everything in Store

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE

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

Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

329 PAINTING & DECORATING POLARBEARPAINTING.COM Paint 3 rooms walls only for $299.

Cel: 604-866-6706

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Household / Construction ~ FREE ESTIMATES ~

SENIORS DISCOUNT

Call Mitch 604-813-9104

LANGLEY

www.langleyhouseandacreage.com

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

LANGLEY

MOVING SALE

CHESTNUT PLACE

~~ RAIN OR SHINE ~~

20727 Fraser Highway

Saturday, February 27th, 9am-3pm

Quiet 1 & 2 Bdrm Incl cable/heat/hot water Laundry each floor Walk to shopping / amenities

21668 91st Ave Furniture, Household Goods, Sports Equipment, Much More!

The Parkview Terrace 5400 ~ 204 St.

Homelife Pen. Property 604-536-0220

MURRAYVILLE, 3 bdrm 1500sf hse on rural property N/S. $2000 + utils.

Avail April 1. 604-534-0650

2 bdrm suite Heat, H/W, cable incl, in a 55+ building. N/S,N/P.

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

TRANSPORTATION 821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

604-530-0030 www.cycloneholdings.ca

SUSSEX PLACE APTS

2007 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN, 5sp manual transmission, only 76,000K, dark grey, $5600 firm. 604-538-9257

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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).

• Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

Call 604.449.4940

604-533-4061 www.chestnutplaceapartments.net

Time to declutter or downsize!

Use the classifieds to reach more buyers.

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

www.bentallkennedyresidential.com www.thunderbirdrentals.com

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.

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

thunderbirdvillage@bentallkennedy.com

Saturday Feb. 27th 10am-5pm

5641 176A Street

Langley

604-530-0932 www.cycloneholdings.ca

GARAGE SALES

THRIFT STORE Up to 50% OFF

CALL FOR AVAILABILITY

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

Incl heat & hotwater & prkg.

Live In Manager

.

• Basement Suites • Plumbing • Electrical • Kitchens • Baths • Drywall • Painting • Texture • Patches • Flooring • Mouldings • Much More

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

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

PETS

Ticketed Painter. N/S. In Business 25 Yrs. A+ Rating • Painting • Renovations • Repairs

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

TOTAL RENOVATIONS

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

Park Terrace Apts

A-1 Ceramics, Marble, Glass blocks Install/Repair. Res./Comm. 20 yrs exp. Peter’s Tile 604-209-0173 .CAN PRO Paint and Drywall. 3 Rooms $250. 604-7717052

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604-531-5935

Repair, Replace, Remodel...

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

Call: 604-220-6905

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

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APARTMENT/CONDO

Betsy - 604-312-1437

625

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

TOPSOIL & GRAVEL

706

RENTALS

Michael - 604-533-7578

REAL ESTATE

GARDENING

Excavators, Backhoes, Bobcats & Dump Trucks for hire

RENTALS

Have Unwanted Firearms?

2 coats any colour

Interior & Exterior. Additions, Repairs & Strata Improvements.

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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.

Per Molsen 604-575-1240

Expert In Electrical Repairs & Troubleshooting • Panel Upgrades • Reno’s * Guart. Work * Licensed * Bonded * BBB Approved ~ No job too small ~

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

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

LOW RATES 604-617-1774

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www.paintspecial.com

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

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

The Scrapper

Bentall Kennedy (Canada) LP

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

Incl heat & 1 prkg stall. No pets

Phone 604-530-1912

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TRUCKS & VANS

2012 JEEP WRANGLER sport - 2 door, white / black, 1 owner. A/C, fog lights, Sirius, Mountain tire package. $22,000. (604)230-9951

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SATURDAY & SUNDAY

30,000

ALL

CHECKOUT LANES

OPEN

when you spend $300 in-store. †

That’s $30 in rewards.

When you spend $300 in store before applicable taxes and after all other coupons or discounts are deducted, in a single transaction at any participating store location [excludes purchases of tobacco, alcohol products, prescriptions, gift cards, phone cards, lottery tickets, all third party operations (post office, gas bars, dry cleaners, etc.) and any other products which are provincially regulated], you will earn the points indicated. Product availability may vary by store. We are not obligated to award points based on errors or misprints.

20,000 points minimum redemption. †

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GUARANTEED

Friday, February 26th to Thursday, March 3rd, 2016

10AM - 6PM

unless we are unable due to unforeseen technical difficulties.

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Truckload

Event Maple Leaf bacon or Maple Leaf ready crisp bacon selected varieties, 65-375 g 20732366

on gas.

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Delissio Thin Crispy Crust or Rustico pizza

LIMIT 2

selected varieties, frozen, 340-630 g

AFTER LIMIT

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70

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35

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3

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LIMIT 3 AFTER LIMIT

5.97

Pick up a card at these participating locations and then register online at pcplus.ca *PC Plus™ gas offers and Superbucks® coupons CANNOT be combined. PC Plus™ option must be selected prior to purchase. Minimum redemption 20,000 points and in increments of 10,000 points thereafter. PC points redemption excludes purchase of tobacco, alcohol products, prescriptions, gift cards, phone cards, lottery tickets, all non-participating third party operations and any other products which are provincially regulated or as we determine from time to time. See pcplus.ca for details. Superbucks and PC Plus gas offers may vary by region and can change without notice.

MasterCard is a registered trademark of MasterCard International Incorporated. President’s Choice Bank a licensee of the mark. President’s Choice Financial MasterCard is provided by President’s Choice Financial bank. President’s Choice Financial personal banking products are provided by the direct banking division of CIBC. ®/TM Trademarks of Loblaws Inc. ©2016

we match

prıces Prices effective Friday, February 26 to Thursday March 3, 2016 or while stock lasts.

Quantities and/or selection of items may be limited and may not be available in all stores. No rainchecks. No substitutions on clearance items or where quantities are advertised as limited. Advertised pricing and product selection (flavour, colour, patterns, style) may vary by store location. We reserve the right to limit quantities to reasonable family requirements. We are not obligated to sell items based on errors or misprints in typography or photography. Coupons must be presented and redeemed at time of purchase.

Applicable taxes, deposits, or environmental surcharges are extra. No sales to retail outlets. Some items may have “plus deposit and environmental charge” where applicable. ®/™ The trademarks, service marks and logos displayed in this flyer are trademarks of Loblaws Inc. and others. All rights reserved. © 2016 Loblaws Inc. * we match prices! Applies only to our major supermarket competitors’ flyer items. Major supermarket competitors are determined solely by us based on a number of factors which can vary by store location. We will match the competitor’s advertised price only during the effective date of the competitor’s flyer advertisement. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO LIMIT QUANTITIES (note that our major supermarket competitors may not). Due to the fact that product is ordered prior to the time of our Ad Match checks, quantities may be limited. We match identical items (defined as same brand, size, and attributes) and in the case of fresh produce, meat, seafood and bakery, we match a comparable item (as determined solely by us). We will not match competitors’ “multi-buys” (eg. 2 for $4), “spend x get x”, “Free”, “clearance”, discounts obtained through loyalty programs, or offers related to our third party operations (post office, gas bars, dry cleaners etc.). We reserve the right to cancel or change the terms of this program at any time.

Customer Relations: 1-866-999-9890.

Every week, we check our major competitors’ flyers and match the price on hundreds of items*.