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“Move! That! Bus!” With those three words, screamed by volunteers and supporters outside the Weeks’ family residence in Aldergrove, a mom and her children watched as their “new” home materialized before their eyes.

After the yellow school bus blocking the view of Karen Weeks and her children Paige, Jesse, Alexandria, and Josh rolled away, the family was visibly moved by what the team from Aldergrove Seventh-Day Adventist Church – through its Acts of Kindness ministry – had done to their home.

Prior to demolition one morning, the volunteers gathered outside the home to ask for help from a carpenter’s son born more than two millenia ago.

“What a privilege it is to come here today, Lord, and serve…” said project coordinator Lorne Brownmiller.

“Lord that’s what we’re here for. We want to do an exemplary job for Karen and her family…

“Give us a spirit, Lord, of cooperation. Give us a spirit of brotherhood and sisterhood here today. Lord, give us safety on this project. Give us wisdom…”

Each year, the Aldergrove church picks a family that owns its home but might not be able to – for financial or physical reasons

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The Weeks family including Paige, Alexandria, Josh, mom Karen, and Jesse (front right) displayed joy, surprise, and pure emotion after a bus moved out of their line of sight, revealing their newly made-over Aldergrove home.

– be able to do maintenance or improvements.

Leading up to this month’s Extreme Home Repair, taken on by several dozens of volunteers over a period of 10 days, the problems that made the Weeks’ home difficult to live in were numerous. They included electrical, a circa 1960 furnace, lack of insulation in the back bedroom, and poor attic ventilation coupled with old windows, allowing mold to grow in most of the rooms.

When asked about the family’s health, Brownmiller learned that both Alexandria and Jesse suffer with asthma that is progressively getting worse.

As Karen and her family toured their renovated home during the reveal Monday, she repeated the same three words: “Oh my gosh!”

When the Langley Advance caught up to Karen, she was walking on air.

Troy Landreville/Langley Advance “I had no expectations,” she Extreme Home Repair recipient Karen Weeks gave project said. “They said coordinator Lorne Brownmiller a big hug prior to entering her they were going newly renovated Aldergrove home Monday. to replace win-

neighbours of people in need. The Weeks family was nominated by two well-wishers.

“There’s a lot of criteria that’s involved in being nominated or being received as a recipient,” Brownmiller said. “In going through a number of the criteria, the Weeks family met all of them, and due to a lot of the health struggles that the children were having, and the condition of the home – safety, mold, a very tired old furnace, windows that needed to be replaced – it was a project that we felt that we had the manpower, the sponsors, the support, that we could manage this year.”

Brownmiller said he receives the most satisfaction from seeing “lives changed.” His voice tight with emotion, he added, “It’s wonderful to see the family come home, and it’s wonderful to see their faces as they embark on a new life, a new start.”

The recipients of the home repair aren’t the only ones whose lives are enriched, Brownmiller said: “This is my seventh year, and to be involved in it and see the day-to-day stories, and the day-to-day caring, supportive, nurturing family that we come to know, here, there’s nothing in my life that compares to it.”

See our special Langley Pay It Forward kickoff edition inside today’s paper dows and get rid of mold for my daughter and I was like, ‘Fine!

Perfect!’”

Taking a quick pause, Karen continued: “This is a whole different house. This is un-be-lieveable! I can’t even express it. My kids will be healthy; it’s a beautiful house; it just makes you feel great.”

Through all her emotion, Karen kept her sense of humour: “I didn’t know that so many people liked me,” she told the assembled crowd prior to the house reveal, “and I’m sorry for all the bad things I’ve ever done.”

Volunteers diligently toiled away, doing last-second alterations, and some quick gardening and cleanup before the family’s arrival Monday. Amid the frenzy, Brownmiller took a moment to reflect on the process and end result.

Each year, he said, AOK’s Extreme Home Repair receives nominations from friends and

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There are still spaces available in the annual Langley RCMP Junior Cadet Camp, but parents should call soon.

The three-day camp from Aug. 10 to 12 will allow 10- to 12-year-olds to learn about the RCMP, meet police service dogs, take drill lessons, and take part in a number of other fun activities. The program is free. Sign up at a community police office.

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If your dog could talk, he’d ask to be taken to this weekend’s Purina Walk for Dog Guides.

The 25th annual event, organized here by Aldergrove Lion’s Club, takes place in Jackman Park on May 30 at 1 p.m.

All the money raised will go towards training funded by the Lions Foundation of Canada, for guide dogs.

It takes about $20,000 to raise a puppy to be a working dog, including intensive training.

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The controversial truck route proposed for 208th Stret is getting council’s attention.

Three Township councillors plan to make motions about the idea at the June 7 council meeting. However, a staff report on the proposal won’t be ready by that date.

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Accused’s DNA not on victim The trial of an Aldergrove man accused of two murders began this week in a New Westminster courtroom.

by Matthew Claxton and Jennifer Saltman

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Friends and family of an accused killer will be called to testify during what is expected to be the lengthy trial of Davey Mato Butorac, which began Wednesday.

Butorac, an Aldergrove resident, is charged with second-degree murder in the deaths of Sheryl Lynn Koroll, 50, of Langley and Gwendolyn Jo Lawton, 46 of Abbotsford.

Lawton’s body was found in March of 2007, Koroll’s in July of the same year.

Butorac sat quietly in the prisoner box while Crown attorney Matthew Stacey told a jury of six men and six women that he plans to call Butorac’s father Frank, a friend of the accused killer, the son of one of the victims, and a number of police officers.

Forensic evidence will play a major role in the trial as well, Stacey said.

The first two days of the trial focused on the discovery of Lawton’s body and the evidence found at the scene.

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Investigation Team to view Lawton’s body, When asked if these men had ever been found on March 13, 2007 near a rural road. identified, Verbeek answered, “To my knowVerbeek described how Lawton’s body had ledge, no.” apparently slid about 15 feet down a steep She also confirmed, when asked, that embankment just off the gravel road.

Butorac’s DNA did not match the samples Lawton was still wearing her collected from Lawton. necklace, watch, and rings, and Fowler also revealed that a “There was also most of her clothing. toxicology report found both “She had no shoes on,” cocaine and methamphetadried blood Verbeek noted. mine in Lawton’s system, conand dirt in that Lawton’s spandex leggings firming that bruising found on had been ripped open and her Lawton’s arms during autopsy same area.” underwear pushed to the side, was consistent with intraKaren Verbeek exposing her genitals. The venous drug use. dead woman had what Verbeek Verbeek interviewed a numdescribed as bruising around her ber of people associated with jawline and down onto the neck.

Lawton, who was a sex-trade worker. Fowler “There was also dried blood and dirt in asked if she had ever shown Butorac’s photo that same area,” Verbeek said. to the people she interviewed or heard his Under cross examination by defence lawyer name mentioned.

Richard Fowler, Verbeek said Butorac’s DNA “No,” she said. did not match that found on Lawton’s body Fowler also had Verbeek confirm that there or underwear. were a number of people in Lawton’s circle Fowler said that Verbeek sent various samshe couldn’t locate. ples and objects for analysis at the RCMP’s He added that drugs and prostitution “can forensic laboratory. These included swabs be a violent underworld” and involve people from Lawton’s body and a pair of green and who want to keep their activities secret. black underwear she was wearing.

The trial is expected to last through June.

DNA from the same man was found on the - Jennifer Saltman is a reporter for the Vancouver Province underwear and a swab of Lawton’s pubic Watch the Advance’s website at www.langleyadvance.com for area. DNA from a second man was also regular updates as the trial progresses. found on the underwear.

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Flowers from the Secret Garden in north Bradner stopped shoppers at the first Langley Community Farmers Market of the season on Wednesday (above). Delta’s Niya Arkell sells orchids (inset), including this tiny eyecatcher. The market runs Wednesdays 3-7 p.m. until October at the Kwantlen Polytechnic University campus and features an array of products.

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Intergovernmental relations

Transit plan lacking

We are looking for new members for the Langley Children’s Choir in Grades 3-8 WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

Mayors are asking Ottawa to get on board with a national transit strategy.

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While Barcelona was on top with an average daily commute time of 48.4 minutes, Montreal and Toronto were at the bottom with commute times estimated at 76 minutes and 80 minutes respectively.

by Mike De Souza Halifax was 10th in the analysis, with Canwest News a 65-minute commute, while Calgary and Gridlock and lack of federal funding for Vancouver took both the 13th and 14th places, each with an average trek of 67 public transit are jeopardizing Canada’s minutes. economic recovery, say mayors from The survey showed that Canadians in across the country. these cities were facing longer commutes Heading into an annual conference than people in the busy centres of Milan, this week in Toronto, the Federation of Los Angeles and Berlin.

Canadian Municipalities is hoping the Claude Dauphin, the mayor the Harper government addresses some of Montreal borough of Lachine, noted that the transit woes that have left some of his region has one of the highest proporthe country’s largest urban tions of transit users for its centres at the bottom of a population, but he said that recent international ranking on cities across Canada all have traffic gridlock and the daily enormous needs to upgrade commute. and operate their services and “Ultimately, it comes down reduce congestion. to sustainable funding for He added that Canada is transit because the federal govthe only G8 country without a ernment has been very good, national transit strategy. along with the provincial gov“Congestion is causing a lot ernments across the country of problems to our economy and in our region, at building and that’s not the kind of thing Peter Fassbender infrastructure,” said Langley we’ll solve tomorrow morning,” City Mayor Peter Fassbender.

Langley City mayor said Dauphin. “All the lead“But our challenge is the operers of the different (federal) ating funds to ensure that we will meet political parties will have to address this the transit needs of the future.” question, or we will have to ask them Fassbender, who chairs the TransLink this question.”

Mayors’ Council, said the three levels The mayors, who are expecting to hear of government in Canada need to come from Prime Minister Stephen Harper durup with a long-term plan that addresses ing their conference on Friday (today), not only the movement of passengers, said a new long-term strategy with fundbut also the transportation of goods and ing for transit issues would also address services. pollution and climate change concerns.

“That is going to feed into the economThe municipal politicians say they need ic strategy for the country, for the prova long-term solution for revenues that inces and for each of the municipalities goes beyond property taxes. involved,” said Fassbender.

The cities have maintained that they Meanwhile, a 19-city analysis by the have only eight per cent of total governToronto Board of Trade concluded in ment-tax revenues in Canada to work April that five Canadian cities had some with, but must deliver more in terms of of the longest average commute times to services and infrastructure investments. and from work.

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Public gets its say on school finances

Core cleanup on tap Downtown Aldergrove is getting a spit and polish.

by Matthew Claxton

Residents have one chance to go over the Langley School District budget before it goes to a vote.

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The public’s chance to comment on the Langley School District budget plans comes next Tuesday evening, when the district hosts an open house.

People can meet with finance department staff, senior management and school board trustees between 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. in the district office, 4875 222nd St. On Wednesday, the district issued a statement about finances and announced the open house.

“We are entering a two stage process that will position Langley School District to continue providing excellent programs and services to students by making best use of its resources through sound financial decision-making.”

The district has an $8.2 million debt and a $5.3 million shortfall for this school year that it must factor into its finances. The district has also made another $7 million in cuts for the 2010-11 budget so the books balanced heading into the next school year.

Because the district must make up the $5.3 million shortfall within the same budget year, it cannot start making the debt cuts until the next school year (2011/2012). The Deficit Elimination Plan calls for another $3.75 million in cuts each year for three years. Langley has asked the Ministry of Education to give it four years to resolve its debt and awaits approval on its plan.

The board will vote on its 2010/2011 budget at the June 15 meeting. The district’s budget for the next fiscal year must be finalMary Polak ized and submitted to the Ministry Langley MLA of Education by the end of June.

The Langley Teachers’ Association is calling on local MLAs Rich Coleman and Mary Polak to get involved, firstly by attending the open house and then ensuring that the Auditor General’s department makes its Langley-related work public.

“Langley teachers and members of your constituencies would appreciate your support for our request to the Auditor General’s department,” said the letter from LTA president Susan Fonseca and vice-president Gail Chaddock-Costello.

Representatives of Langley MLA Mary Polak said she has never turned down a meeting about the school budget, as she’s never been invited to one. Polak is in Victoria as the legislature is in session, but a staff member is already planning to attend the budget open house.

The teachers’ union is asking for the public release of the Auditor General’s findings for the district and for a public meeting to present the AG’s recommendations.

“Langley teachers and your constituents would be pleased to see you in attendance supporting their call for adequate funding for all students, an open, transparent budget setting process, and a reversal of the deep cuts to services targeting Langley’s most vulnerable students,” the LTA letter said.

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The Yorkson Watershed Stewardship Committee and the Bertrand Creek Enhancement Society teamed up with the Township of Langley Adopt-a-Program to host two Pitch-In Canada Week clean-ups in Walnut Grove and Aldergrove in April. Lisa Dreves, stewardship coordinator with Langley Environmental Partners Society, and Adopt-a-Program coordinator Robyn Cooper helped volunteers remove a truckload of garbage from the ravines of Yorkson and Bertrand Creeks. Aldergrove is hosting a community cleanup event next Saturday, June 5.

Downtown Aldergrove is getting a bit of a scrubbing thanks to volunteers, police, firefighters and business owners next month.

On June 5, from 7 a.m. to noon, Aldergrove Downtown Core Clean-up Day will be held.

Those wanting to take part can meet in the Extra Foods parking lot in the 3100 block of 272nd Street.

Volunteers will help with litter pickup, removing graffiti, pressure washing, and cleaning sidewalks.

There will also be a barbecue lunch afterwards.

To sign up, call 604-532-3212 or email paul.walker@ rcmp-grc.gc.ca.

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Courts protect grow operators In a remarkable bit of backwards thinking, the B.C. Court of Appeal has put hand-cuffs on a law enforcement initiative that was working to reduce the impact of marijuana grow operations in residential communities throughout the province.

While we can understand the court’s willingness to value the right to privacy, it’s difficult to understand how that value can be allowed to supersede the safety concerns surrounding intense use of electricity – usually stolen and often dangerously rerouted – involved in many grow ops, and particularly those that easily draw the attention of authorities.

It started with the case of Arkinstall et al v. Surrey et al, brought by two residents of Surrey who refused to allow safety inspectors to enter their home as long as they insisted on being accompanied by police officers.

The inspectors were abiding by provisions of B.C.’s Safety Standards Act that – until struck down by the Appeals Court last week – allowed municipal electrical and fire inspectors to demand entry into anyone’s home to do an electrical safety inspection if, because of unusual power consumption, they suspected the home was being used to grow marijuana.

The Appeals Court ruled that such inspections violate the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and that in future, administrative warrants will be required. That would still allow the inspections to take place, the court maintains, but would reasonably protect individual privacy.

And it would give marijuana growers the heads up they need to clear out and restart their operations in a new neighbourhood.

Once again, law enforcement gets the run-around, and criminals get the breaks.

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Opinion

Spills are the price of cheap oil Painful truth

nation, but those days are long gone; it’s oil production peaked in 1970.

There is still plenty of oil out there, of course. The big difference between now and the 1860s is that we’ve pretty much used up Matthew Claxton all the easy-to-get-at stuff, all the bubblin’ mclaxton@langleyadvance.com crude and gushers are gone.

Which is why we’re eagerly watching as robots try to fix a gigantic oil leak thousands Unless you are a history nerd or a petroof feet below sea level in the Gulf of Mexico. chemical engineer, you’ve probably never When the easy oil was gone, drillers looked heard of the Pennsylvanian Oil Rush. further afield, and more extreme environments It’s pretty much exactly what it sounds like. came to seem like a good bet. Undersea oil.

In the 1860s, a combination of drilling techOil in dangerously unstable countries, such as nology improvements and oil discoveries in Nigeria or Iraq. Oil in the far north. Oil owned the northeastern part of the state led to the by dictators. world’s first oil boom. Drillers, teamsters, tool Oil thousands of feet under the makers and railway tycoons remade Gulf of Mexico. a small section of Pennsylvania.

The Beverly As I wrote this column, BP, Until the oil ran out, of course. the company that brought you Hillbillies line Extraction peaked in the 1890s, and a new name for environmental interest shifted to places like Texas about “bubblin’ catastrophe, was cautiously and California. crude” was no optimistic that the leak in its Why oil? Because it was a lot destroyed Gulf pipe, had finally easier to dig an inert substance out exaggeration… been plugged. of the ground than it was to send While BP insists that all its out ships to hunt down and slaughsolutions are incredibly high tech, it’s hard to ter thousands of whales. Kerosene proved square that with ideas that are “plug it with cheaper than whale oil to light homes. mud” or “siphon it off with a big straw.”

Then it turned out that you could use oil These are solutions from the mind of a fivefor all sorts of other things, like fuelling the year-old. Only the location of the drill makes new four-stroke engine invented in Germany this a really difficult problem. at around the same time. And for trains, and Someday in my lifetime, we’ll hit peak oil, ships, and finally aircraft. the point at which we’re finding less and less Also, it turned out you could make plastic oil while using more. We know we’re going to and fertilizer and all sorts of other stuff out of have to wean ourselves off oil. this gunk that just leaked out of the ground.

But before the Gulf disaster, we didn’t think And it did leak out of the ground in some much about the hazards of the long, downhill places. The Beverly Hillbillies line about “bubslope after peak oil. If all our oil comes from blin’ crude” was no exaggeration in the early difficult, inaccessible places, does that increase days of oil exploration. Near the city of Baku, the likelihood of more disasters like this one? in what is now Azerbaijan, the tarry deposits I think it probably does. BP (and its competion the surface were famous. Zoroastrian wortors) would probably argue that they’re very shippers used to arrive and pray at the place careful, better technology, etc. But the Gulf that sometimes spontaneously caught fire; the disaster speaks for itself. How many more of ascetics were still turning up intermittently as these can we afford to sustain, just to keep oil oil derricks went up in the late 19th and early reasonably priced for a few more years?

20th centuries.

Visit Matthew Claxton’s blog, Evolving Langley, at http://tiny.cc/A0D3W Of course, the easy oil was gone pretty at www.langleyadvance.com quickly. America used to be an oil exporting

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Carvolth Business Park

More impact on interchange

Dear Editor, A park-and-ride and transit exchange in the Carvolth Business Park, north of 86th Avenue and south of a proposed tunnel under Highway One, at 202nd Street, would connect to HOV lanes on Highway 1.

The Ministry of Forest and Lands and the Transportation Investment Corporation and BC Transportation Financing Authority are behind the project.

Why is the Ministry of Transportation not involved?

This park-and-ride is to provide an east terminus for the HOV lanes and replace the Walnut Grove parkand-ride sacrificed by the Township to the Grosvenor/ BA Blacktop/McElhanney consortium for the 200th Street Interchange Project.

Soon after opening, the interchange was considered the “second worst” in the Vancouver Metro area, just behind the Knight Street/ Marine Drive interchange.

It already operates under near-gridlock conditions for much of the time, while the panel had stated that it would operate with “good” levels of service until 2021.

The current park-and-ride might well worsen traffic operations even further. In 2001, nobody thought about the HOV lanes on Highway 1 to Langley.

In hindsight, did the Grosvenor/BA Blackop/ McElhanney design result in a safe and effective interchange?

Much more analysis needs

to be presented to the public, as it affects planning in Willoughby.

Will the proposed parkand-ride have a favourable impact on the operation of 200th Street Interchange, or will it make matters worse?

Without a traffic impact study, it may be just a “band-aid,” as the Langley Advance called it [Park and ride worth every bit, Nov. 24, 2009, Opinion].

My specific concerns are with 86th Avenue, both east and west of the intersection, proposed under this project.

How would vehicles from the south get to and from the park-and-ride? Where would the bus routes be?

I also have a concern with “social housing” within the Carvolth Business Park.

While I can see the logic of providing a “captive ridership” for people who do not have automobiles, so that they would live adjacent to the Transit Exchange, the intent of the Carvolth Business Park was never residential.

Since returning from Arizona more than two years ago, I have only driven through the 200th Street interchange twice.

Jacob A. de Raadt, Langley [Note: A fuller version of this letter and others on the same topic are online at www.langleyadvance.com.]

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What does MLA do?

Dear Editor, After the four individuals who were evicted from their homes in Aldergrove recently [Seniors turned out of RV park, May 18, Langley Advance] I am left wondering just exactly what it is that Fort Langley Aldergrove MLA Rich Coleman does for the people of this province as minister of housing.

Those four individuals pay his salary, and they deserved a lot more from him as their representative, and he gave them nothing except the standard answer: they should file a grievance with the proper authority.

Given that he is a former RCMP officer, it does not surprise me that he is totally useless as minister of housing.

He was taught very well how to do nothing but make it appear that he is.

He is also well-versed in the language of passing the buck. Apparently, he thinks everyone in Coleman Country appreciates the joke that is his website – obviously he is not in touch with his constituents who live in Langley and Aldergrove, but they will show him and Mr. Campbell that we are not to be trifled with.

A. Crawford, Langley

Fill farming

Opposition not about NIMBYism Those sites, sanctioned by the ALC and supposed to be controlled by the Township of Langley, have resulted in the desecration of farmland and natural habitat, contamination of streams and wells, flooding of neighbouring properties, and

Langley Speedway

Old raceway nicely restored

Dear Editor, Mike Heberts sums it up nicely [Langley still most exciting spot for racing, May 18 Letters, Langley Advance].

Langley Speedway was a great way to spend weekends. A carload of us would travel from Richmond for most races.

It kept us out trouble. There really isn’t any replacement for it, and a whole generation has grown up without.

I’ve moved on to drag racing, but wonder what became of all the racers and the fans of oval racing.

I drove by there the other day and was quite surprised how well the place has been restored. I recall what it looked like all overgrown a few years ago.

It’d sure be nice to have it reactivated. It’s in the area where many car enthusiasts live, and far enough from houses not to be a nuisance.

Several old abandoned tracks have been successfully reactivated, such as Virginia International Raceway and Grand Bend Motorplex in Ontario.

Tom Posthuma, Delta

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Technology

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South Langley, including the neighbourhoods of Brookswood and Aldergrove, will get cheaper, government-subsidized broadband Internet access, MP Mark Warawa announced Thursday.

PCC Communications has been

given a $3.7-million, federal grant to provide high-speed Internet to households in Aldergrove, Brookswood, and Fernridge.

About 2,600 households will be eligible for the service, which will be in place by the end of 2011 at the latest.

The project is one of 52 that will see more than 160,000 people given broadband access across the country.

However, many of the residents affected by this announcement already likely have access to broadband Internet.

Telus spokesperson Shawn Hall said that if people can get a Telus cellphone signal, they can get broadband internet through a wireless device or computer peripheral right now. Some rural pockets don’t have wired access.

In addition, most of the Lower Mainland already has access to ordinary broadband delivered through wires.

Warawa said the broadband will open the door to business opportunities and improve quality of life for residents who receive the service.

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Arson investigator called for house fire A home was broken into and torched over the long weekend, but no one was hurt.

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Chronic short-staffing is crippling BC’s ambulance service – putting your care at risk.

And now, the Liberals are taking 14 more ambulances off Metro Vancouver roads and cutting 36 paramedics – putting more pressure on remaining ambulance crews and making response times worse.

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A stolen car was abandoned and torched at a gas station last Saturday. Firefighters and police descended on the Husky station on Fraser Highway, near 216th Street, at about 9:45 p.m. when the fire broke out, said Marks.

The car, a 2005 Nissan Sentra, was stolen from Surrey.

The heat from the fire damaged the gas station, but fortunately it did not spread to the pumps.

Ferguson said the fire was deliberately set, but fortunately the car was parked far enough away from the pumps that it did not cause a serious threat.

Anyone who can help police can call the Langley RCMP at 604-532-3200. Or to remain anonymous, call CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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A Willoughby home was burgled and torched on the last day of the long weekend.

Police say the fire was first noticed sometime around 6:30 a.m. in the 7100 block of 205th Street. The owners of the home were not there at the time, and may have been gone for the long weekend.

The fire required the services of three Langley Township firehalls to extinguish, and the building suffered about $150,000 damage, said assistant fire chief Bruce Ferguson.

“The fire was definitely an arson,” Ferguson said.

Police investigators came to the same conclusion, and they also learned that someone had broken into the home just prior to the fire, said RCMP Cpl. Holly Marks.

The investigators have asked the owners for a list of missing property, to try and track down what was taken.

A senior RCMP arson investigator has been assigned to work on the case, and the Surrey fire department’s arson dog – which is trained to search for traces of what may have started the fire – has also been brought in.

Langley’s victim services organization is helping the homeowners.

The fire was in the same neighbourhood, but several blocks away, from a suspicious fire that damaged a townhouse on the Easter long weekend. That fire came the same night that a firebug torched about 13 garbage containers around Langley City and the Township.

Anyone with information on the arson and break in is asked to call the Langley RCMP at 604-532-3200 or, to remain anonymous, call CrimeStoppers at 1-800-2228477.

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Langley resident Stephen Berdusco has faced challenges that most kids his age can’t even imagine. That’s because Stephen suffers from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a degenerative disease primarily affecting the body’s voluntary muscles.

Unable to walk, a wheelchair is his only means of getting around. The Envision Charitable Foundation has provided a grant for $5,800 so Stephen has a manual back-up chair. He has a motorized chair but the back-up gives him and his family added peace of mind.

“Although Stephen has some pretty significant care needs, we still want to keep him at home and give him the best life we can,” said his mom Kathy. “The power chair gives Stephen the freedom and independence he needs, but if it were to break down, then Stephen is basically housebound.”

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In every case, the victims were holding open houses or a realtor was leading the suspect through the home, said Cpl. Holly Marks, the Langley RCMP spokesperson.

The thieves distracted the realtors, asking for a tape measure perhaps, then pocketed small but valuable items.

Taken during the thefts were jewelry, designer purses, small electronics and laptop computers, and other miscellaneous items.

Police say that during a few of the incidents, the realtors became suspicious, and police have connected a dark coloured Ford Mustang to the crimes. The car has two occupants, both Caucasian women, one of them walking with a cane.

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Open Letter to MLA’s Rich Coleman and Mary Polak, from the Langley Teachers’ Association May 28, 2010 Dear Mr. Coleman and Ms. Polak, As you are aware, Langley students now have the highest per capita debt of any students in the province. We are calling on you, as our MLAs, to engage with the education community in Langley to protect vital student services. The Langley Teachers’ Association encourages you to attend the Langley Board of Education’s Budget Open House on June 1st, at the School Board Office, at 6:30 pm.

Normally, the Langley partner groups and the public review a draft of the Board’s budget in April and have an opportunity to provide input to the budget in May and June prior to final adoption. Unfortunately, at the last Board meeting, the public was informed there was no draft budget ready for 1st and 2nd readings in May and there will be no budget to review at the Budget Open House on June 1st.

Considering this budget will cut more than $7 million from Public Education in Langley in 2010/11, we are extremely alarmed that the Board of Education and Senior Management plan to bring forward a budget for 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings on June 15th without first having provided it to the public for their review and response.

We know that the Auditor General’s department has been working here in Langley to review our ‘unique’ situation - our combined local debt due to ‘financial errors’ and the Ministry of Education’s underfunding of Public Education. Langley teachers and members of your constituencies would appreciate your support for our request to the Auditor General’s department. We are asking for the public release of their findings in School District #35’s financial department and a public meeting to present their recommendations. We expect the Auditor General’s department will recommend new policies and procedures to address Auditor Grant Thornton’s concerns regarding a lack of internal controls and the installation of new accounting software.

The Minister of Education has stated that all districts need to seek ‘opportunities for administrative efficiencies’ and to ‘focus K-12 operating funding where it is needed – for students in the classroom’. In Langley, we do not believe that the $6.3 million dollar cuts proposed in the District’s ‘Program of Proposed Reductions for 2010-2011’, the additional $750,000 in cuts announced on Monday, April 26th, or the subsequent $19 per student reduction in funding to individual Langley schools, will result in meeting either of the Minister of Education’s stated goals.

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Staff member (right) Allan Hernandez and Fairouz Jiwa, supervisor, show the mountain of recyclables that account for only a few days worth of collecting.

Meanwhile, Hanif Devji, owner, and manager Karim Tejani (above), proudly showed a chamber of commerce award the depot won.

Cast your vote on the top businesses in Langley, and help us recognize their ‘awesomeness’.

Pay It Forward

Charities benefiting from thirst

Five and 10 cents at a time, one local business is helping needy groups fill their coffers.

by Heather Colpitts

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Thirst is good for the Langley Bottle Depot and several local community groups.

The bottle depot staff spends each day surrounded by pop cans and juice bottles and jugs as they sort, compress and ship off these former food containers that are now being turned into cash for many local community groups.

In 2009, the operation took in 17.421 million containers with deposits on them.

Many of those empty containers went to help community groups.

When someone drops off bottles but doesn’t want the cash back, the funds can be earmarked for a cause of the customer’s choice or divided up between different groups.

The Langley depot, on Industrial Avenue, has more than 120 fundraising accounts on the books and also does campaigns for emergency causes. The depot recently ran a six-week campaign to raise funds for Haitian earthquake relief, sending $1,000 to the Red Cross.

The depot staff also have their own pet cause, the World Partnership Walk.

Organized by the Aga Khan Foundation, the walk takes place in communities around the world, including 10 Canadian cities.

The nearest event is May 30 in Vancouver. The walk raises funds that are used to fight poverty and has been going on for 25 years, the same amount of time the bottle depot has been open.

Owner Hanif Devji moved here, taking over the operation from his uncle a decade ago and started doing the community fundraising at the same time.

Sure, it takes added commitment and increases staff costs for all the sorting, but Devji said it’s important to him as a member of this community.

“I love it here,” he said.

And he knows the funds go to help everything from the food bank and medical causes to schools, children’s groups, and more.

“It all goes to the community,” he noted. “We have to support the community.”

Devji also knows that his bottom line and being able to employ several people relies on having a sustainable business.

“At the end of the day, it’s the community that’s supporting you,” he commented.

It’s a community Devji adopted after living in some pretty interesting places and he is no stranger to recycling industries.

Born in Kenya, he started in business at a family wholesaler before moving to Nairobi to start a small transport business in 1987. As the business grew, he was asked to transport waste paper, which only served to increase business further. The venture became the Kamogo Waste Paper Ltd., employing over 100 people in the mid 1990s as well as benefiting over 300 street boys who collected the paper for recycling.

To diversify, he also started a restaurant in the industrial area where the operation was based and a stationery business, and oversaw two companies of friends who supported him when he started up Kamonga. All the while Devji was doing volunteer work.

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Without question, word of mouth is a powerful tool when it comes to advertising a service or business (second only to advertising in the Langley Advance) [wink, wink, nudge, nudge].

So let’s perpetuate that word-ofmouth concept. I’m going to encourage you to tell us about your favourite Langley businesses.

For the 13th year in a row, the Langley Advance is running its Best of the Best contest, and for this program to be effective we depend on you – the readers – to share your views.

I have to tell you that it carries a lot of weight for me when I walk into a business and see that framed award (or in some cases multiple awards) proudly posted on the wall.

It immediately tells me that average consumers – like me – have and will continue to visit that business. It’s a sign that the company offers quality service and/or products.

If you’ve never been a judge before , here’s your chance. And the voting process is relatively easy.

You can fill out the ballot on page A23 of today’s edition, or you can go online to www.langleyadvance.com, and click on the Best of the Best icon near the bottom right (under Features).

Don’t worry about filling out each of the 100-plus categories. But definitely list the businesses that have made a lasting impression on you.

Note there are three new categories this year.

We’re asking about your favourite fish and chip restaurant, the best local winery, and the top ice cream joint in Langley.

The deadline for voting is 5 p.m. on June 15. Then over the course of the following weeks, the votes will be tabulated, and the winners will be announced in a special edition of the Langley Advance on Aug. 31.

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More than 700 of the city’s chefs, sommeliers and food critics gathered last week at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel for the 21st annual Vancouver magazine restaurant awards.

The gala brought them together to celebrate excellence in B.C.’s culinary industry, and Langley’s Bacchus Bistro – located at the Domaine de Chaberton – brought home a bronze in the best winery/vineyard dining category.

“Between the Olympics and the recession, it’s been a whirlwind year in the food and beverage industry,” said Vancouver magazine editor-in-chief, Gary Stephen Ross.

“Yesterday’s event offered everybody a well-deserved break and an opportunity to socialize, have fun, and reflect on their successes,” he said Wednesday.

Blue Water Cafe + Raw Bar took top honours, being named Restaurant of the Year and winning gold in the best seafood category. It was also a finalist in best service, best regional, and best formal Japanese (Raw Bar at Blue Water).

Blue Water’s chef, Frank Pabst, was also recognized as Chef of the Year, having played an integral role on Vancouver’s culinary scene since 1993. Originally from Germany, Pabst worked at Lumière and Pastis before joining Blue Water in 2003.

Sinclair Philip was honoured with the lifetime achievement award, while his Sooke Harbour House won best on Vancouver Island. Since opening their restaurant and inn 31 years ago, he and his wife Fréderique have been internationally lauded for their pioneering use of fresh, local ingredients, many from their own garden.

In a year that saw a variety of exciting new openings, Campagnolo won the title of best new restaurant.

Thai hotspot Maenam took silver, while Jean-Georges’s Market won bronze, as well as nabbing design of the year.

Perennial favourites Vij’s, Le Crocodile and Tojo’s won as best Indian, best formal French and best formal Japanese, respectively.

CinCin and Araxi reclaimed their titles of best last course and best Whistler. Uva Wine Bar took gold as best bar/lounge.

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There was an unexpectedly high turn out at the Downtown Langley Merchants’ Association annual general meeting last

week.

A total of 116 Business Improvement Area (BIA) members, guests, and dignitaries – who gathered in the ballroom of the Coast Hotel and Convention Centre – were treated to a mini Monte Carlo complete with a roulette wheel and table games before electing a new board of directors.

Seven DLMA directors have a year remaining in their two-year term, and four new directors were installed by acclamation on May 13.

The current board now includes: Craig Davies (Design One Graphics Group); Heather Jenkins (1 Fish 2 Fish); Karla Barton (McBurney Lane Furniture and Interiors); Sonya Perkins (Forever Yours Lingerie); Helene Causton (Choo Choo’s restaurant); Carol Ward (Westminster Savings); Doedy Reisler (Cascades Casino); Jaye Lyonns (Tribal Spirit Gallery); Kevin Staples (Scotia Bank); Carrie Thachuk (The Passionate Home); and Bob Foster (Krazy Bob’s Music Emporium).

For more about the DLMA, or the BIA, visit its website at: www.downtownlangley.com, or call executive director Teri James at 604-539-0133.

Raising dough for kids

Hats off to Cobs Bread, including the local store that raised just shy of $1,000 earlier this month with a two-day scone fundraiser.

For the second year in a row, Cobs raised dough for Big Brothers and Big Sisters mentoring agencies across Canada, donating 50 cents from the sale of every scone – including a new kid-approved banana chocolate chip version – on May 8 and 9.

Nation-wide, the food-based fundraiser put $25,122 into the mentoring agencies, that’s more than triple the 2009 tally.

“We are so happy to have Cobs Bread supporting mentoring across Canada,” said Langley Big Brothers Big Sisters executive director Mary Reeves.

“Not only is Cobs raising funds so local agencies can provide more children with the support of a positive role model, but they are also promoting the importance of mentoring and the need for more men and women to volunteer across the country.”

• More on this and other business news online in the Eye On Langley blog at www.langleyadvance.com, or directly at: http://tiny.cc/UnWe8.

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C L OV E R DA L E Gabby’s Girls were part of last weekend’s Cloverdale Rodeo for the third year in a row, and hoping to be invited back again next year. On Sunday, Naomi Parkman, Steffanie Johnson, Meaghan Rodger, Melanie Bolderson (also in inset below), Courtney Hogarth, and Desaree Gawden were among the dancers on stage.

Vancouver Orpheus Men’s Choir performs at the Chief Sepass Theatre in Fort Langley this Sunday afternoon.

Arts briefs

Concert features nautical theme Music lovers can set sail with the Vancouver Orpheus Men’s Choir.

by Heather Colpitts hcolpitts@langleyadvance.com

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angley’s Liana Savard returns to her alma mater, Langley Fine Arts School, as she presents a show Sunday with one of her musical endeavours.

Savard is artistic director for the Vancouver Orpheus Men’s Choir which performs at the Chief Sepass Theatre within Langley Fine Arts on Sunday, May 30.

Since graduating from Langley Fine Arts, Savard has done various musical projects and even ventured into teaching.

She has a vocal studio at the Langley Community Music School.

The Sunday concert is the wrap up to the choir’s season and is entitled Seascape Nautical.

The show features a selection of B.C. and Canadian content.

The 2 p.m. concert is at 9066 Trattle St. and tickets are $20.

They can be had by calling the concert line at 604-515-5686 or picking them up at the door.

Lobster on the menu

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f you weren’t one of the approximately 200 people who snapped to it, you’re out of luck for the hottest ticket in Langley.

The annual Lobstermania goes ahead this Saturday evening in the George Preston Recreation Centre.

The lobsters have been ordered and the event is sold out.

Hosted by the Soroptimists of the Langleys, the annual feast of lobster helps raise funds.

Soroptimists is an international women’s organization and its chapters raise money for various causes aimed at bettering the lives of women and girls both locally and globally.

The proceeds from this year’s Lobstermania, for instance, are earmarked for pediatric medical efforts at Langley Memorial Hospital.

Dance

Gabby’s Girls reveal their own clothing line

A group of Langley line-dancers with attitude are selling country duds and washing cars to fund a Nashville trip.

Story and photos by Roxanne Hooper rhooper@langleyadvance.com

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hey’ve started their own clothing line, and they’re ramping up fundraising, in hopes of sending a squad of local dancers to Nashville for a line dancing competition.

They’re the Gabby’s Girls, and they’re a volunteer dance team who were kicking up quite a storm at the Cloverdale Rodeo this past weekend with country music greats like Ridley Bent, as well as fellow Langleyites Whiskey Jane and McQueen.

“We had such a great time at Cloverdale Rodeo this year. The crowd was great... and the weather held up quite nicely,” said team director Courtney Hogarth.

While they received a stipend for performances at the rodeo last weekend, there are many other fundraising initiatives underway.

An upcoming car wash and a new line of Gabby’s Girls clothing are all intended to generate some much-needed coin for the team, Hogarth explained.

“We just started the clothing line because we frequently get asked where to buy our uniforms,” she said, noting they’re currently selling men’s muscle shirts, women’s tops, and underwear at events and online (www.gabbysgirls.com).

“It is to raise money for the team and promote our name,” Hogarth added. “If it goes well, we are planning on expanding the line.”

raise funds for the team itself, Hogarth said, In the meantime, the dancers are gearing explaining that the funds covers travel costs, up for their annual car wash, held in conuniform expenses and advertising. junction with the Langley Community Days “I don’t like to charge yearly fees to the on Saturday, June 19. girls themselves, because of how much time The team will once again be showcased on the Gabby’s Cabaret float during the mor- they volunteer to the team,” she said.

“I try to keep it a free hobby for the girls ning parade, then immediately following the who have the time to commit.” march through downtown, the girls will set That said, it costs anywhere between up in the Gabby’s parking lot at 203rd Street $2,000 and $4,000 a year to keep the dance and Fraser Highway to wash cars. troupe going, and this year the budget is The car wash runs noon to 5 p.m., and expected to be at least double.

Hogarth said people tend to donate any“We are currently working on going where between $5 and $20 per vehicle. into a line dancing competition, ending in “But, we have had some donations of up Nashville in the new year,” Hogarth said. to $200 in the past, just for washing a car.”

“It would be nice to do that, but sending 10 While this isn’t the biggest fundraiser of girls by flight isn’t too cheap.” the year for the Gabby’s Girls, it’s one of the In addition to fundraisers, the troupe is most fun and least labour intensive. also expecting to perform at the Peachfest They usually see about 50 cars in the in Penticton in early August, and at the five-hour period.

Langley International Festival at the Langley “Our Big Bash fundraiser that is held Events Centre on Aug. every year at Gabby’s in 28 and 29.

March/April is usually the They’re also gearbiggest fundraiser of the “I don’t like to charge yearly ing up for auditions in year... but the car wash fees to the girls themselves, September for three new is nice because there because of how much time Gabby’s Girls. is not much planning There are currently involved,” Hogarth they volunteer to the team.”

10 women on the team, explained.

COURTNEY HOGARTH and Hogarth wants to Along with fundraisexpand that to a mining, the team get “generimum of 13 by fall. ous donations” from organizParticipants travel from throughout the ers of events that they’re invited to perform Lower Mainland – including Harrison Hot at every year.

Springs, Delta, and Vancouver – to practise “There are events that we do every year once a week at Gabby’s country cabaret in that we donate our time for, such as ChristLangley. New recruits have to practise twice mas in Williams park which is a charity a week until they learn the routines. fundraiser, and we have also joined up with Exact dates will be posted on the webJRFM in the past to raise money for Basics site, or anyone interested in auditioning is for Babies,” Hogarth said. encouraged to email gabbysgirls@hotmail.

While charity work is a big component of com. being a Gabby’s Girl, members also need to

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Sun May 30 2pm

Langley Intermediate Thunder Lacrosse vs. Richmond

Sun May 30 3pm

BC Titans Basketball vs. Redmond

The Langley Events Centre is located at 7888 - 200 Street and features an arena, triple gymnasium, gymnastic training centre, banquet space, commercial and office space, Willoughby Community Centre, and the adjoining Willoughby Community Park.

For ticket information, contact Langley Events Centre 604.882.8800 • langleyeventscentre.com

public programs and events Mayor’s Drop-in Forum

Mayor Rick Green will be hosting a series of community question and answer periods where residents are encouraged to drop in, speak to the Mayor and members of Township Council, and discuss issues of concern in an informal environment.

The next Mayor’s Drop-in Forum will be held: Date:

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Tuesday, June 1 | 7:30 - 9:30pm Heritage Advisory Committee Civic Facility Salmon River Committee Room Wednesday, June 2 | 7 - 9pm Economic Development Advisory Committee Civic Facility Salmon River Committee Room Monday, June 7 | 7 - 11pm Regular Council Meeting Civic Facility Fraser River Presentation Theatre

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SITE B Two Lots at 30 Avenue and 197 Street

NOTICE is hereby given of the intention of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Langley, pursuant to Sections 26 and 94 of the Community Charter S.B.C. 2003, c. 26, to dispose of Township owned lands, the particulars of which are as follows: Site A is comprised of 12 lots, being: Pcl A (EP 25242) LEGAL DESCRIPTION: Lot 2 and the S1/2 Lot 28 Sec 22 Tp 7 NWD Plan 1148; Lots 3, 4 and 15 to 23 Sec 22 Tp 7 NWD Plan 1148 Site B is comprised of 2 lots, being: Lot 9 and 11 Sec 22 Tp 7 NWD Plan 1168 Site C is comprised of 6 lots, being: Lot B Except: part dedicated road on Plan LMP9277 Sec 6 Tp 11 NWD Plan 11153; and Lots A, B, C, D and E Sec 6 Tp 11 NWD Plan 12057 Site D is comprised of 2 lots, being: Lot 2 Sec 8 Tp 13 NWD Plan LMP1153 and Lot 4 Sec 8 Tp 13 NWD Plan 28946 Site A: 2700 Blk of 200 Street CIVIC ADDRESSES: Site B: 3000 Blk of 196 Street Site C: 22074 Fraser Hwy., 22084 Fraser Hwy., 4933 – 221 St., 4921 – 221 St., 4909 – 221 St., and Lot E 49th Ave. Site D: 1000 Blk of 272 Street NATURE OF DISPOSITION: Fee Simple Please refer to the Township’s Request for Expressions of Interest # EOI 10-01on the BC Bid website: www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca for further information, documents, and instructions with respect to the process for acquiring the lands.

SITE C Six Lots at 221 Street and 49 Avenue

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public open house Traffic Calming Open House The Engineering Division will be hosting a public open house showing traffic calming design concepts for Nash Street and one potential option for traffic calming on Trattle Street in front of Langley Fine Arts School. Residents will be asked to fill out a questionnaire that will help the Township of Langley to develop a preferred design concept for traffic calming measures in this area.

The Township of Langley is hosting a traffic calming open house in the following area: Traffic Calming Design Concepts Nash Street Date: Wednesday, June 2 Time: 5 to 8pm Place: Langley Fine Arts School (Gymnasium) Location: 9096 Trattle Street Property owners and residents are encouraged to attend the open house and have their say about the traffic calming process.

Engineering Division 604.533.6006 enginfo@tol.ca

public programs and events Grow Healthy, Grow Smart

The best remedy to combat weeds, pests, and disease in your yard and garden this summer is to create healthy soil and a balanced environment.

The Grow Healthy, Grow Smart pilot program is delivering FREE natural gardening workshops at W.C. Blair Recreation Centre: Healthy Lawns Healthy lawns are naturally resistant to pests and shouldn't require more than the occasional hand pulling of weeds. Switching to natural lawn care will save you money and time!

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RETURN-IT TO WIN-IT EVENT Reap the rewards of returning your empty beverage containers and join us for the Celebration Tour with a special appearance by Return-It Man. Free stuff and great prizes!

Pooh bear (Rachel Kobilke, left) and Piglet (Naomi Giesbrecht, right) listened as Rabbit (Zavier Tanner) described the Kanga coming to the 100 Acre Wood during one of the dress rehearsals for the upcoming production of Winnie the Pooh.

Langley Bottle Depot Sunday, June 6, 2010 from 10am-2pm 20137 Industrial Avenue, Langley 604-530-0131 Visit return-it.ca for full details.

Theatre

Young thespians host visit with Pooh

Imagine That! brings the lovable honey bear to a Langley stage this week.

by Roxanne Hooper rhooper@langleyadvance.com

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.A. Milne first brought to life the incredibly lovable honeyeating bear named Winnie the Pooh on the pages of his books in the mid-1920s.

Darn close to a century later, this endearing character is still a favourite with adults and children alike, and now a cast from Imagine That! Productions are bringing Pooh and many of his fictional friends alive on the stage of The Venue next weekend.

Under the direction of Faith Toronchuk, the young thespians are presenting three showings of Winnie the Pooh.

This show is going to be a “live theatrical storytelling event,” said

plained Toronchuk, who is also serving Toronchuk.

A group of young theatre actors – all as producer for this week’s show.

“That is pretty amazing,” she added, from Langley – take on the lead roles noting this is the 12th show Gebert has of Eeyore (played by Aisley Komatsu), performed with the company.

Piglet (Naomi Giesbrecht), Rabbit (ZaWinnie the Pooh is open to all ages, vier Tanner), Owl (Danielle Chabot), although kids Kanga (Talitha Fagan), need to be able and Pooh himself “I’m very proud of the work all to sit quite atten(played by Rachel tively for 75 to 90 Kobilke).

12 actors have done in preparing minutes, warned They are supfor this delightful story.”

Toronchuk. ported by other FAITH TORONCHUK Young forest animals, theatre goers and of course, are encouraged Christopher Robin, to wear their favourite Pooh character Toronchuk explained. costume, and have their picture taken “I’m very proud of the work all 12 with the cast after the show. Parents, actors have done in preparing for this bring your cameras. delightful story,” she said.

The show runs Friday, May 28, at 7 “When Imagine That! Productions p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, May first produced this show in 2005, 1129 and 30, at 2:30 p.m. year-old Aidan Gebert played ChrisTickets are $10 and available at the topher Robin – and this week Aidan box office, 5708 Glover Rd., one hour returns to be heard as the story voice who chats with Christopher Robin,” ex- before the show.

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Relay For Life

Inspiring rose given second chance at life

Thank you!

A rose is renewed in time for Relay for Life.

...to our Friends of the Games who are supporting the 2010 BC Summer Games.

by Heather Colpitts hcolpitts@langleyadvance.com

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he rose that served as the inspiration for Barbara Boldt’s painting Scented Memories is no longer just a memory.

Boldt had thought the plant died during the winter but it’s suddenly showing vigourous growth. The plant is the subject of the painting that is helping raise money for the Langley Advance Relay for Life team.

She painted it in memory of her

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Tears of Hope by Donna Moores – at the Advance site at McLeod Athletic Park tonight during Relay. The public is welcome to come down to the Relay site to show support for the cause or various teams.

The paintings are both being auctioned to raise money for the Canadian Cancer Society.

Bids on the two paintings will be accepted before and during the first part of Relay tonight, with the winner announced later in the evening.

People can see the art at www. langleyadvance.com and find out more about bidding on the website through the Editor’s Notes blog.

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In 2000, still mourning her daughter’s death, the Glen Valley painter returned home from the memorial service in Edmonton to discover a beautiful pink rose bush on her deck – a gift from a friend and neighbour.

That rose still sits on the deck outside her studio window, reminding Boldt of her daughter’s fight.

Boldt is having an open house this weekend at her Glen Valley studio. It runs 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday at 25340 84th Ave. People can see the two donated paintings – Scented Memories and

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Relay For Life

Fundraising for the Relay for Life continues to the last minute.

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The musical trio Jemms – including (left to right) Marianne Fischer, Evelyn Smith, and Jane Briscoe – kicked off the Team Britco-Langley Relay for Life Concert May 16 at the Fort Langley Lions Hall.

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Team Britco held a recent concert and raised several hundred dollars to put towards its total.

Team co-captain Jane Briscoe sang on stage as well as organizing the event.

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“It’s very close to my heart,” said Briscoe.

Co-captain Marcy Billyard said she expects fundraising to start up in the fall again, with a pub night or garage sale.

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For more of What’s What, visit www.langleyadvance.com features the works of Terry Nurmi at the Fort Gallery. Runs until June 6, Wednesday through Sunday, 1-5 p.m. Info: 604-888• Old time dance: The Surrey Fiddlers have a 7411. dance at 7:30 p.m. on June 3 at 18513 70th • For the Love of Trees: The spring open Ave. Admission: $3. Info: 604-576-1066. house for oils and pastels by Barbara • Fat City Swing is at the West Langley Hall, Boldt is May 29 and 30, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

9400 208th St. on June 4, with the band at 25340 84th Ave. Info: 604-888-5490 or Red Beans and Rice. Beginner swing leswww.barbaraboldt.com. sons, 8-9 p.m., music and dancing, 9-11:30

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p.m. Info: www.fatcityswing.com. This serves as a kickoff to the 2010 mini Jazz Fest being held Saturday, June 5 at Douglas Park, noon to 8 p.m.

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• Financial Deficit Disorder: The Murrayville Performers show runs May 28 and 29, and June 4 and 5 in the Langley United Church, 5673 200th St. Doors open at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets: $12. Reservations and info: 604514-0942.

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• Annual Hawaiian Pig Roast: Langley Elks open the doors at 6 p.m. June 5 at the George Preston Recreation Centre. Dancing starts at 8 p.m. Tickets: $20. Call 604-8563559, 604-889-1160 or 604-532-3126.

• Heart to Heart Gala: The gala benefiting the Langley School District Foundation is 1-4 p.m. on May 30 at Thunderbird Show Park. Tickets: $55. Info: www.langleyschooldistrictfoundation.com.

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• Book signing: Langley’s Eleanor Ryan and illustrator Loreena Lee will be at the Langley Chapters on May 29 for a signing from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. of Dragons I Know, their new children’s book.

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• Magic of the Sea: The new show at the Birthplace of B.C. Gallery, 9054 Glover Rd., runs to May 30. Info: 604-882-1191.

• Inconceivable: The one-woman exhibition

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• George Austin Trio and Jennifer Moran: They perform May 28 at the Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s Langley auditorium at 7:30 p.m. All proceeds to the Young People’s Opera Society of B.C. Tickets: $20/ adults or $15/students & seniors at www. youngpeoplesopera.com or at the door.

• Celtic Night: Enjoy Celtic music, workshops, jams sessions, and open mic on June 5 at 4456 184th St. Admission: donation to the Surrey Food Bank. Info: 778-881-1334.

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Programs are free, and pre-registration required unless noted.

• City of Langley Library 20399 Douglas Cres. 604-514-2855 Canada Revenue Agency offers free HST seminars for small business: May 29 and June 16. RSVP. • Walnut Grove Library 8889 Walnut Grove Dr. 604-882-0410 Canada Revenue Agency HST information session is at 6:30 p.m. on June 2.

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• Langley Centennial Museum, 9135 King St., 604-888-3922 Muckin’ and Messin’: Parent participation crafts for three- to five-year-olds are Fridays, 11:30 p.m., May 28 to June 25. $26.75.

What’s What? listings are free. To be considered for publication, items must be submitted at least 10 days prior to the publication date. What’s What? appears weekly, in the Friday edition and at www.langleyadvance.com.

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L A N G L E Y A D V A N C E | Friday, May 28, 2010 |

Pro basketball

Titans look to break even B.C. hopes to be a .500 team with a pair of wins this weekend.

“The first game, I wasn’t happy,” Marshall said. “I don’t think I played too well.

We kind of lost our composure and ended

by Troy Landreville up losing by a pretty large amount.” sports@langleyadvance.com Handing the Energy their first loss of the The Meatloaf song Two season last weekend Out of Three Ain’t Bad didn’t is an accomplishment, quite apply to the B.C. Titans but the 5-7 Titans will last weekend. be looking for two wins Langley’s International this weekend to even Basketball League squad only their IBL regular season managed to come away with record. one win from a three-game First up is a trip set versus the host Edmonton to Tacoma, Wash.

Energy at the University of Saturday, when the Alberta.

Titans visit the 2-10 The Titans sandwiched Tide. a 126-118 victory Saturday The Titans return between a 124-103 loss to the Langley Events Friday and a 126-112 setback Centre (LEC) Sunday Sunday. to face the 3-6 Central B.C. guard Terrance Oregon Hotshots.

Hundley said newcomer Opening tip-off is 3 Wayne Marshall – a 6’10” p.m. centre – made a difference Hundley said the when he was in the lineup.

Titans will take each “We had some positive game as it comes this things, we had some negaweekend: “We’re going tive things,” Hundley said. to take these two games “It had to do a bit with as learning experidefence, but we didn’t have ences and try to get our Big Wayne [Marshall] for the Joe Butorac photo/Joe Butorac Photographic Design defence and our offence first half of the third game Guard Avery Smith, pictured in action versus the Olympia Reign earlier together.” and I think that was a big this month, will lead the B.C. Titans Saturday versus the Tide in Tacoma The Titans’ next two difference.” opponents have stum••• and Sunday at the Langley Events Centre against the Central Oregon bled to less-than-auspiPushing to the end during Hotshots. Tip-off for Sunday’s game is 3 p.m. cious starts thus far Sunday’s finale of the threein their respective IBL games-in-three-days series, Blackledge with 17 points and a campaigns, but the local boys aren’t the Titans fell short by a 126-112 team-leading 10 rebounds. taking anything for granted. score.

Defensively, Blackledge stifled Martinis Woody, another new Avery Smith led all the Energy with five Titan, said all opposing teams need scorers with 27 points. blocks.

Titans next home test to be approached the same way, Lawrence Blackledge ••• What: International Basketball regardless of their records.

(21 points), Chad The Energy beat League game “Anybody can lose on any given Troyer and Hundley the Titans 124-103 day,” Woody said. “You’ve got to (14 points apiece) and Friday to open the Who: B.C. Titans vs. Central approach every team like they’re JR Morris (13 points) Oregon Hotshots series between above .500 or they’re a good team. all hit double figures in the IBL’s only two Where: Langley Events Centre We’ve just go to go out there and scoring for the Titans in Canadian franchises.

When: Sunday, May 30. Tip-off a losing effort.

Smith led all Titans play as a team, and as a unit, and is 3 p.m. get the job done.”

••• scorers with 29 Tickets for Sunday’s game are Saturday, the Titans points, six rebounds, available at: www.langleytickets. out-scored the Energy and six assists. com or at the LEC prior to game 126-118.

Marshall wasn’t pleased with his time.

Morris led the way with 26 Titans debut, in which he scored Visit the Titans website at: www. points, followed by Smith with 20 10 points and pulled down four bctitans.ca. points, Hundley with 19 points, and rebounds.

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OT loss to Burrards drops Thunder to 0-4 Langley’s search for its first win of the WLA season continues.

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Judging from their 98 overtime loss to the Maple Ridge Burrards Wednesday at the Langley Events Centre, the Langley Thunder is showing signs of life defensively.

Heading into the game, the Thunder allowed 44 goals in their opening three Western Lacrosse Association games of 2010 – an average of 14.6 goals against per outing.

Versus Maple Ridge, they finally held an opponent to under 10 goals.

Unfortunately for the Thunder, they didn’t get the result and saw their record drop to 0-4.

The Burrards led 7-5 after 40 minutes of play.

Maple Ridge’s Dayne Michaud made it 8-5 at the 5:13 mark of the third period before the Thunder mounted a comeback.

Goals by Ian Poole, Garrett Billings, and Alex Turner sent the game into overtime.

Three minutes and 45 seconds into the extra session, Randy Daly scored the game winner on a Maple Ridge powerplay as the Burrards eked out a one-goal victory.

The Thunder suffered a letdown in the second period. Leading 4-3, they allowed four unanswered Burrards goals – including three in a span of 58 seconds – as the visitors moved ahead 7-4.

The Thunder, which occupies the WLA cellar, will look for a first win of the season Saturday when the players visit Coquitlam to play the host Adanacs, who are off to a perfect 3-0 start to their season.

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“I thought the girls played great,” Crash Black coach Ryan Adams said.

“We’ve been talking about the intangibles – focus, energy, and effort. The girls are very skilled, but our struggle during the year was doing those [other] things.”

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The Fraser Valley Volleyball Club’s U16 Crash Black squad battled to silver at the U15/U16 Canadian national volleyball championships in Calgary May 22-24.

The local girls rolled to a 5-1 record over the first two days of competition to earn a place among eight teams in the prestigious Div. 1, Tier 1 Division on the third and final day.

During the medal round, Crash Black beat the Coquitlam Ducks in the quarterfinal and a team from Scarborough, Ont. in the semifinal to earn a spot against the mighty Calgary Dinos in the Tier 1 gold medal game.

A Dinos squad that went undefeated all season defeated Crash Black in two sets to win the Tier 1 title. The final set was competitive, with Calgary winning 25-23.

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L A N G L E Y A D V A N C E | Friday, May 28, 2010 |

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When it comes to provinical representation, ringette player Jennifer Wakefield is in a class of her own.

The Langley resident was the lone B.C. player named to Team Canada’s roster by Ringette Canada.

Wakefield was among the 22 players who made the Team Canada cut after a training camp was held in Ottawa, Ont. last weekend (May 21-24).

The 22 Team Canada players will continue training in preparation for the upcoming 2010 world ringette championship, being held in Tampere, Finland from Oct. 31 to Nov. 6.

“The team staff are excited to have the opportunity in the coming months to work closely with a very talented and dedicated group of high performance athletes,” Team Canada coach Lyndsay Wheelans said. “The 2010 Canadian national ringette program has brought together veteran players with skilled newcomers to create a team that has both experience and energy. We are confident that this is a team capable of bringing a gold medal back to Canada.”

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“We invite you to see some great baseball between the first and second place teams in the PBL, while supporting your hometown Langley Blaze through the raffle and barbecue,” Blaze head coach Doug Mathieson said.

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Track and field

Mustangs dominate Jr. Olympics meet Langley’s 13- and 14-year-old girls broke a 4x100m relay time record at the meet.

Girl power carried members of the Langley Mustangs to top spot at the Junior Olympics track and field meet at Bear Creek Park in Surrey earlier this month.

With a point total of 271, the Mustangs’ girls took first place over 22 teams at the May 15-16 competition.

Leading the way were Mariana Martinez (first in the 800m and 1500m), Hanna Rolfe (first in high jump), Jaclyn Pauley (first in long jump), and Alexa Robichaud (first in shotput).

The Mustangs’ 13- and 14-year-old girls broke the meet’s existing 4x100m relay time. Clocking in at 55.73 seconds, Miranda Gregory, Robyn Buckingham, Rebecca Lindsay, and Emma Harrison now hold the record time to beat.

The Mustangs’ boys placed second in team standings with 140 points. First place finishes came from Drey Blair in shotput, Nathan Gregory in triple jump and Josiah Perovich in the 1500m.

This junior development group of nine- to- 14-yearolds is looking ahead to its mext meet, hosted by the Coquitlam Cheetahs June 12-13.

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“It doesn’t get better than the year this young man put together,” said Spartans coach Ben Josephson.

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Bikers ride for kids A good time was had by all during a fundraising motorcycle ride through parts of the Fraser Valley on May 16.

Motorcycle enthusiasts rolled through the Fraser Valley May 16 to benefit kids at BC Children’s Hospital – and by all accounts, the 18th annual Gord Heppler Memorial Run was a huge success.

For the third year in a row, riders were blessed with a gorgeous sunny day. The predicted rain may have scared off some, but even so, the 108 riders, 31 passengers, and four drivers enjoyed a very pleasant day.

Many participants said the ride route took them to areas they had never been before.

With riders, passengers, drivers, non-riding participants, and helpers, there were roughly 188 people in attendance at the Run. Once again, the fundraiser featured a breakfast, ride, barbecue, silent auction, and draws for prizes.

At the final presentations people from other motorcycle clubs were able to promote their upcoming events.

Also, Kitty Cheung, philanthropy officer for BC Children’s Hospital, expressed the hospital’s gratitude to the crowd.

“Thanks to everyone who attended, our terrific sponsors, and people

Troy Landreville/Langley Adva

Winnie the Pooh joined David Seifert aboard a Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe during the 18th annual Gord Heppler Memorial Run benefiting BC Children’s Hospital and kids with cancer. The May 16 ride started at the Greater Vancouver Motorcycle Club’s clubhouse in Port Kells. Participants motored across the Golden Ears Bridge and headed east through Maple Ridge, Mission, and Abbotsford, then returned west through Langley befor arriving back at the clubhouse. who donated without attending,” organizer Jackie Heppler said. “We had a very successful event for BC Children’s Hospital.”

“Our total dollars raised to date at this 18th annual GVMC Gord

Heppler Memorial Run for Kids With Cancer was a very noteworthy sum, considering the recession,” Heppler noted.

From the event proceeds, a cheque for $17,234.71 will be presented dur-

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To date, the annual ride has raise $124,289.88 over 18 years, with all proceeds going to BC Children’s Hospital in memory of Gord Hepple

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STACEY ANN LAWRENCE (NEE BUCHAN)

BORN NOV 20, 1968 - DIED MAY 16, 2010

With a heavy heart I say good bye to my daughter and friend.

You will be missed by your husband Todd, your children Alex and Brandon, your brother James and his wife Cindy and your nieces Rylie and Alyessa. Your fight with cancer is at an end.

You touched so many people with your courage, your tenacity, your humor and your “go for it attitude”. We were given 12 more years and we are grateful but I wish I had one more day, one more birthday or even one more hour.

We miss you and love you.

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MILLER, Loreen May (Nee Edwards) It is with great sadness we anounce the sudden passing of our beloved mom, Grandma, Great Grandma & Great Great Grandma. Loreen was born Nov 7, 1929 in Langley (County Line)and lived most of here 80 years in the area. Predeceased by her son Doug Brown. Surived by daughter Marcia (Robert), son Harvey (Linda),son Tom (Jan), daughter Missy (Glen), son Norm (Hali)and numerous grand children, great grand children, great great grand children, family & friends. Mom always made everyone feel special. Mom requested no service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Stroke Recovery c/o 9355 206A St Langley, BC V1m 2W6

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All Seasons Mushrooms Inc. (Langley) Mushroom Farm Labourers / Harvesters Job is physically demanding and requires good hand to eye coordination.

Must be available for weekend and late days. Minimum pay $10.13/ hour with piecework rate negotiable.

Please fax resume to:

•• Hair DesignProgram Program Hair Design •• Esthetics Program Esthetics Program

Learn advanced methodologies & techniques Register forinour or from the now leaders theJune industry.

604-534-0218 or stop by farm to fill out application or Phone: 604-534-0278

September Esthetics Program and Tuition Grant for Esthetics $ receive $1,000 tuition grant available now

2000

1270

Office Personnel

ADMIN ASSISTANT

To Eligible Students

Community Notices................ 1000 Announcements........................ 1119 Employment ................................. 1200 Education ....................................... 1400 Special Occasions ..................... 1600 Marketplace ................................. 2000 Children ........................................... 3000 Pets & Livestock......................... 3500 Health ................................................ 4000 Travel & Recreation ................ 4500 Business & Finance .................. 5000 Legals ................................................. 5500 Real Estate ..................................... 6000 Rentals .............................................. 6500 Personals ......................................... 7000 Service Directory............... 8000 Transportation.................. 9000

Required F/T for busy Langley office. $12/hr + benefits.

Proficiency in Data Entry, Microsoft Office, Word & Excel a must. Great opportunity for advancement!

Email: lisa@pwpltd.com

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Office Personnel

Accounting / Office Administrator

5 positions available in the manufacturing, transportation, distribution sectors.

Experience in intermediate MS Excel & Word. AP/AR/Payroll required. Strong customer service, administration and general office skills. Salaries range $35,000- $45,000 per annum plus benefits. Please s ubmi t y our r es ume t o kpurba@is2.ca quote kp-office

1245

Health Care

CLIENT SERVICE COORDINATOR

Bayshore Home Health is one of Canada’s leading home care providers. This rewarding position is F/T in our South Surrey office. Responsibilities include scheduling and other administrative duties.

Previous scheduling experience and competent computer skills are an asset.

We offer team support, competitive wages, and a positive work environment.

Come work for one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies.

Please forward your resume to dsicker@bayshore.ca or fax 604-531-0191

1266

Medical/Dental

DENTAL LAB Territory Manager Victoria, BC

Travel Vancouver Island to contact & maintain a portfolio of clients and assist in communication in the lab.

Qualifications: Previous dental lab exp or education. Availability for overnight travel/some weekend course work.

Benefits: •Competitive salary & commissions •Car & insurance allowance •Comprehensive company benefit plan •Half of BC Medical paid by Company •Ongoing professional development •Relocation Assistance (if applicable) Fax resume and abstract in confidence, attention: HR 1-866-237-9442 Email: cathyb@aurumgroup.com Subject line: Territory Manager www.aurumgroup.com

1290

Sales

DANFOSS COURIERS

Seeks account Manager to prospect new accounts and grow existing accounts.

Please send resume with covering letter to: privacy@danfosscouriers.ca

1310

Trades/Technical

SEISMIC 2000 Construction hiring F/T Project Manager. Candidate req.: Professional Engineer or Construction Trade Certification with several yrs of experience.

Candidate must be willing to travel/work on site in Boston Bar, BC and other remote locations within BC. $85K per yr. E-resume: doug@seismic2000.com

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FEATURED EMPLOYMENT PETS & LIVESTOCK Proud Chilliwack winner of “Employer of the Year” and “Manufacturing Award for 2009 Business Excellence” is looking for a

Class 1 Truck Driver.

We are looking for a highly motivated person to expand our successful distribution team. Working with our dispatchers and yard staff are required to safely and efficiently deliver our concrete pre-cast products to our customers, utilizing company supplied vehicles. Must enjoy working in a causal supportive environment with lots of constructive feedback.

Minimum requirements: • Current class 1/air endorsement valid BC driver’s license • A clean driver’s abstract N print with less than 6 points • BC Crane Safe certification, with a minimum 3 years HIAB crane experience • Working knowledge of concrete product weights safe loading/ unloading requirements • Communication, customer service, and conflict resolution skills • Excellent attendance and safety record • Ability to be bondable and pass a site/security clearance check • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills • Minimum grade 12 or GED completion

3507

Flexible schedule! $14-$18/hour guaranteed hourly wage + bonuses.

Contact Michelle at 1-877-669-9090

mikejr@langleyconcretegroup.com

Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General—North Fraser Pretrial Centre located in Port Coquitlam is the largest provincial correctional centre in British Columbia and houses remanded offenders. We provide excellent career growth opportunities through our leading edge approach to offender management.

Enjoy extensive training, growth and development opportunities. While maintaining security, safety and good order, you will focus on engaging our inmates in a way that provides them the most opportunity for change in a productive, supportive and respectful environment.

A competitive salary and benefits package, a second-to-none pension plan and an employer that helps you balance work/life commitments await you. We’re committed to being your employer of choice.

For more information and to apply by June 11, 2010, please visit employment.gov.bc.ca/corrections.

DENWILL

THE DRIVE OF EXCELLENCE

BULK PETROLEUM

ALL SMALL breed pups local & non shedding $400+ 604 590-3727 www.puppiesfishcritters.com

AUSTRALIAN LABRADOODLE Pups Non-shedding mediums, parents 27lbs, spayed/neutered, 1st shots, reg. w/ ALAA, $2500 1-250-494-3107 Summerland

Denwill, a carrier of bulk liquid petroleum products in the Vancouver region requires Class 1 Drivers.

We offer: Competitive hourly pay Great benefits package Excellent equipment 4 on and 4 off work schedule Steady year round local work On the job training leading to certification in the transportation and handling of petroleum products

GARAGE SALES Garage Sale

Moving and Downsizing Saturday May 29th 8am-4pm 9390 Casimir Street, Langley (Bedford Landing in Fort Langley) Furniture, Home Decor, Baby & Kids, etc.

MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE Sat & Sun! May 29 & 30 ★ 9-3pm McMillan Place 53rd Ave & 204th St. Lots of Great Items

MOVING SALE

Everything Must Go! Sat & Sun May 29 & 30th, 10-4pm #17-15037 58th Ave, Surrey 604-576-7966

LANGLEY

Complex Garage Sale

Murrayville Neighbourhood Garage Sale

Sat, May 29, 9am-2pm 46 Ave & 223A St Furniture, Jeep Parts, Baby Clothes, Dishes, Household items & Lots More

#56 - 8716 Walnut Grove Drive, Willowbrook Saturday, May 29, 8 - 4

BORDER COLLIE X, adorable, 8weeks, farm raised, M/F, $300 604-794-3104, not Sundays, Chwk

BORDER COLLIE X Sheltie pups 4 males. Gorgeous! Ready Jun18 Blue Merels $700. Blk & White $400. Aldergrove. 604-856-3291

Canoe, TV, furn, shop tools, clothes & household items.

GARAGE SALE Willow Park Estates Whole Complex Sat. May 29th, 9am-1pm 6467 - 197th St., Langley

It’s time for bargain hunting!

Browse our Garage Sale section to find deals near you.

COCKER SPANIEL p/b pups with papers vet. shots, ready now, Vanc. $400 neg. 604-708-1752

DOBERMAN PUPS. Female/ Male. Tails/dew claws done. Blk/ tan. $1500-$2000. 604-607-7433

Foster homes urgently req’d for rescued, abandoned & neglected dogs. Many breeds 778-688-6340 abetterlifedogrescue.com

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MARKETPLACE

2010

Appliances

2020

Auctions

CAN-AM

AUCTIONS

NEXT AUCTION Saturday, May 29, 9am

UNDER PRESSURE SYSTEMS INC.

We sell & service all hot & cold pressure washers 604.434.2188 upsi.ca #11 - 5850 Byrne Rd. Burnaby

2050

Farm Equipmment

NEW HOLLAND 268 baler and disc mower. Call after 5pm 604-858-9568 Chilliwack WANTED TO buy farm tractors, back hoe. bobcat loaders, any cond Call collect 1-604-794-7139

Industrial, Construction, Forklifts, Farm & Turf Equip., Crane Trucks, Trailers, Lumber, Boats and etc. Cars & Trucks 9 a.m. Start!!!

FEAT: Civil Construction Equip. – Trailers, Negative Air Fans, Tools, etc. + Woodworking Shop.

1000 lots of tools

WELCOMING INDUSTRIAL SMALLS.

6780 Glover Rd., Langley, BC ph: 604-534-0901 www.canamauctions.com

2115

Plants & Trees

CEDAR HEDGING $1.00/foot& up. Dug in ready, installation & delivery avail 604-795-1999. Now is the best time for planting!

CHILDREN 3015

3050

Saturday Only!

May 29 ★ 8am - 3pm 21939 46th Ave. Langley

Langley

BIG BEAUTIFUL Bernese Mountain dog puppies for sale.

Ready to go June 5th. First shots and vet check. 2 males and 2 females left. $1000 each. call 604-897-6495

Childcare Available

* * BOOK NOW!! * * An overseas live-in Nanny for 2010 placement. 604-682-4688

MULTI-FAMILY SALE

Find your dream Job.

Dogs

Store Manager

If you have retail management experience, are committed to a high level of customer service and would like to be recognized for it, please apply directly to careers@swimwearetc.ca

Langley

employment.gov.bc.ca/corrections

3508

Swimwear Etc. Ltd.

Furn., kids’ stuff, tools, toys, games, books, household

To learn more visit

604-724-7652

We have immediate openings for an experienced

E-mail your resume and current driver’s abstract to: HR@denwill.net

Join our skilled team in a professional and dynamic work environment

★CATS & KITTENS★ FOR ADOPTION !

ADORABLE POMERANIAN pups. Parti colour & extra small.

1st shots. $550 +. 778-316-8561

We require: An excellent safety record, 3 years experience Class 1 with Air

Correctional Officers

Dogs

AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERDS ('Aussies'). 8 months. Full of love & devotion. $650. 604-625-7509

LOOK @ ME!

We need 2 Customer Service/ Sales people in Langley and Maple Ridge.

Our progressive company offers: • Attractive salary plus benefits, extended health benefits, wage incentive programs • Future personal growth and development, on the job training • Fun supportive atmosphere with extracurricular activities, we are celebrating our 50th year of incorporation!

Please send an updated resume, cover letter, and driver’s abstract to

3508

Cats

To Book Your AD in the Now Classifieds CALL 604-444-3000

Preschools/Kindergarten

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PETS & LIVESTOCK

3508

Dogs

3508

3545

Dogs

Pets - Other

GOLDEN DOODLE Pups Beautiful, intelligent Email pics available. $850 1-877-563-4259

MINIATURE SCHNAUZER puppies. Little 'teddy bears' full of love & devotion. $650. 604-625-7509

LAB PUPS CKC Reg’d Yellows & Blacks Good Temp. Shots & Tattooed. $750. 604-377-0820

PB BLUENOSE Pit Bull pup’s for sale. 4 left - $1000 - $2000. Ph Tim 604-557-8359

PB GERMAN shepherd pups, black & tan, 6 weeks old, 1st shots, vet✔, $550 604-856-7405 SCHNAUZER hypoallergic, 1 male blk, 1 female grey. 1st shot, dewormed 8 wk $650. 604-795-1953

BC REPTILE Club Show & Sale Sat June 12 • 10 am to 5 pm and Sun June 13 • 10 am to 4pm Abbotsford Exhibition Park 32470 Haida Drive, Cadet Building Abbotsford B.C Admission : Adults $4 , Kids $2 , Children under 5 Free ; Family Pass $10.00 (2 adults up to 3 kids) For more info visit us at www.bcreptileclub.com 1-604-392-5715

3550

Poultry

SHARPEI IN Coquitlam is looking for good home, very healthy and great with people. Must go through Sharpei rescue for an application. www.petfinder.com/petdetail/5731357

Sheltie Pups. Reg’d, shots, tattooed, dewormed, m/f, healthly, friendly, $950. 604-526-9943 SHIHTZU PUPS multi colour, 1st shots, adorable to good homes $500. 604-773-2146, 820-0252

3510

SPECIAL • Cedar Shavings KILN DRIED Hemlock, Fir, Spruce Sawdust & Shavings

534-5544 290-8405 Horses & Tack

NEW HORSE FACILITY Boarding, training & lessons. Summer riding clinics. Blackstock Performance Horses & Arena 604-823-4980

3522

Metaphysical

KATISSA POULTRY Non medicated, all vegetable feed, no animal by products, grown and sold on the farm.

Fully Processed, Fresh Ready for roasting.

For prices & details see www.specialtychicken.com Cloverdale area, 604 541-0007

4530

Destinations

4530-10

Okanagan/ Interior

BARONA BEACH LUXURY VACATION CONDOS 2 units available. West Kelowna, on Okanagan Lake, Beach front resort, 2 bedroom plus den with pullout sofa. Sleeps 6 comfortably. Located 5 minutes from world-class wineries and vineyards. Sandy beach and amazing pool area with hot tub. Fully stocked kitchen including top of the line appliances, Luxury furnishings and latest amenities: Hardwood floors, granite counter tops, flat panel TVs, surround sound. (iPod compatible systems) Patio BBQ with incredible lake/ pool area views. In-suite laundry, equipment room, 2 underground parking spaces. Boat slip at resort available for additional charge.

Rates: June 1-June 30 $1,700 per week. July 1-Sept. 6 $2,400 per week. Contact Terry at 250-869-9991 or email: barona@shaw.ca

Feed & Hay

Triple Five Trucking

3520

4060

LOVE! MONEY! LIFE! #1 Psychics!

1-877-478-4410 CreditCards/Deposit $3.19/min 18+ 1-900-783-3800 www.mysticalconnections.ca

FILA/MASTIFF GUARD DOGS owners best friend. Intruders worst nightmare. all shots, $2000 each. ready now! 604-817-5957

LAB/RETRIEVER X, Young, adult female, Nellie needs a loving home! Shy around new people/situations, best suited adult-only, cat/dog free home, Loves long leashed walks or a rural home. Vanc. Animal Shelter 1280 Raymur Ave, 604-871-6885

5017

Horse Boarding

HORSE BOARDING available. $600.00 per month. Indoor and outdoor arenas. Large paddocks.

Fort Langley area. Beautiful setting. Call 604-888-2455.

Cares!

The Langley Advance has partnered with the BC SPCA to encourage responsible pet guardianship and the humane treatment of animals. Before purchasing a new puppy, ensure the seller has provided excellent care and treatment of the animal and the breeding parents. For a complete guide to finding a reputable breeder and other considerations when acquiring a new pet, visit spca.bc.ca.

5005

Accounting/ Bookkeeping

Are You HST Ready?

❏ Need help transitioning your business to the HST. ❏ Full Cycle Bookkeeping ❏ Quickbooks & Simply Call Natasha • 604-619-2565 Accounting EnVee

5015

Business Opportunity

#1 JANITORIAL FRANCHISE Customers, (Office Cleaning), Training and support. Financing. www.coverall.com 604-434-7744 info@coverallbc.com

Tim Stephens' Astral Reflections

Business Services

CRIMINAL RECORD? Canadian pardon seals record.

American waiver allows legal entry.

Why risk employment, business, travel, licensing, deportation?

All CANADIAN / AMERICAN Work & Travel Visa’s.

604-282-6668 or 1-800-347-2540

IN A CAR Accident?

Getting DIVORCED? INHERITANCE coming?

GET MONEY TODAY!

Up to $10,000 Canada Wide Settlement Lenders 1-866-210-7200

5020

Computer/ Internet

FEATURED HOMES PETS & LIVESTOCK 6020-14

Room for R.V.

Call 604-617-4371

5035

Financial Services

$359,900

MLS#F1012182

Fully remodelled 3 bdrm rancher on large corner lot. New kitchen with s/s appliances. All new bath with jetted tub. Laminate floors throughout. Private backyard, gazebo wired for hot tub.

To view call: ALLAN FRANKLIN Remax Aldercenter • 604-308-9934

6020-14

Langley/Aldergrove

FOR SALE BY OWNER

27021-24th Ave, Aldergrove $718,000

COMPUTER REPAIRS: • Mobile Service • 7 days/wk

• Virus removal & data backup • Home & office networking • Router wireless security www.updatedIT.com

Langley/Aldergrove

Reduced Price to the Current Assessed Value No Real Estate Fees

Gorgeous 5,300 sq. ft. custom built home with a finished basement & in-law suite. Open A must see! design,very functional,greatfor entertaining family & friends. Close to all amenities,5 minutes to the USA. Too many features to list! You won’t be disappointed.

NEED CASH AND OWN A VEHICLE?

usellahome.com ID# 5108 laws4122@telus.net

604-626-4122

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You keep your keys and drive away with cash.

Call Got Keys? Got Cash!

(604) 760-9629

@

http://www.gotkeysgotcash.com

view ads online@ http://classified.van.net

in the Classifieds!

Call604-795-4417 604-444-3000 Call to place place your ad to ad

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

May 30 - June 5

Aries March 21 - April 19: Be on your toes Sunday/Monday, respond to higher-ups, be ambitious.

Fun, light romance, optimism, fresh horizons buoy your heart Tuesday/Wednesday! All this hopefulness still brings you to a choice between two people, prospects, actions, just as it has since last October.

But this choice is about to be eradicated (by next week). Something major is about to end. Be gracious about it. You might be anxious about it this Thursday to Saturday, as your energy, charm and self-confidence fall briefly. (Rest, don’t act.) You’re about to be free, cheerful, hopeful, next week into September!

Cancer June 21-July 22: Lie low, rest, contemplate, seek spiritual awareness, be charitable, deal with government, large corporations and institutions.

Fulfil obligations, but don’t volunteer for more. Your solitude will be lightened two ways: 1) it’s sweet; and 2) talkative friends seek you out. Use this quiet period to plan, because next week into September will offer luck in career, business and prestige arenas.

Approach others, co-operate Sunday/Monday: that person could bring you significant benefits, wisdom.

Secrets, sex, big finances fill mid-week. You reach mellow understanding Thursday to Saturday.

Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22: The weeks ahead feature love, wisdom, logic, higher education, far travel, legal and cultural events. June to September boosts your luck in relationships, opportunities, litigation, contracts, public interfacing and relocation. (These might arise through a conversation, or “casual” friend.)

To increase this luck, seek partnership, go outward, further the desires of others. It’s a mere foretaste of 2011’s luck, unless you were born around Sept. 2326 (in which case it could be major now). You might fear “partnering” or an Aries all June/July – trust your instincts. Love, midweek.

Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 19: You face several weeks of chores. A Gemini would make a great helper, if you can enlist him/her. Your energy and effectiveness are tops Sunday/Monday, so start projects, tackle “feared” chores. (But sign nothing, nor woo anyone, Sunday.)

Chase money Tuesday/Wednesday – Tuesday better.

Travel, details, reports, communications draw your focus Thursday-Saturday, not importantly. This week is the last of 30 that brought a powerful financial, life-change, research, intimate, mysterious trend. Now doubts arise about what you did, committed to: be calm, good luck will “rescue” you!

Taurus April 20-May 20: Chase money, buy, sell, ask for a pay raise, cultivate new clients, etc. A long, friction-prone period in your domestic, realty and family arenas will turn to harmony by next week onward. Communications, travel and relations with siblings are sweet, affectionate all week, but don’t let affection nudge you into making a promise or a new relationship (or embarking on a trip) Sunday – there’s a hidden trap here. Sunday/Monday are mellow, wise.

Be ambitious Tuesday (especially) and Wednesday.

Popularity, happiness, flirtation, entertainment and bright horizons come Thursday-Saturday!

Leo July 23-Aug. 22: Your hopes rise on a breeze of popularity, wishful thinking, light romantic feelings and just an all-round joy in life! Since last October, you’ve been scowling (and red-faced, physically) more than usual, but next week dissolves this influence, and new friends will flow in! (They flow your way this week, too, especially Tuesday/Wednesday – but “friend” isn’t the word: enemy or intense attraction are more accurate terms.) Tackle chores Sunday/ Monday. Exciting meetings, opportunities mid-week.

Mysteries, intimacy, significant choices/commitments arise Thursday onward: go slow, reject fantasy.

Aquarius Jan. 20-Feb. 18: The weeks ahead accent romance, creativity, charming kids, speculation, sports, pleasure and beauty – you’re on a winning streak!

But retreat Sunday/Monday: rest, contemplate, tidy up neglected places and friendships. Your energy and charisma surge upward Tuesday/Wednesday – chase any goal you want, including romance! For seven months you’ve faced impatient opposition from others (or heightened but fractious attraction). This “angry” trend dissolves next week. In June/July, you’ll be exploring or talking about secrets, intimacies, large sums of money. Co-workers remain affectionate.

Gemini May 21-June 20: Your energy, charisma, effectiveness and clout hit a high note! Charge forth, accomplish, start significant new projects, demand action, ask favours, see and be seen. You’ll impress others! Your money picture looks good, but don’t make decisions/plans nor take action here Sunday, as a subtle trap lurks. You’re still restless, travelprone, but this will ebb next week onward, as will your tendency to be a little forceful in speech and writing. June/July might bring an end to dealings with an Aries. Finances, sex, research Sunday/ Monday. Mellow love mid-week. Be ambitious Thursday onward.

Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Ambition, prestige, community status, career, dealings with authorities and higher-ups, parents, judges, bosses – these fill the weeks ahead. Sunday/Monday are romantic, creative, kids charm you – but commit to nothing Sunday (a subtle trap lurks). Tackle chores Tuesday/Wednesday.

You’ll meet both opportunities and opposition Thursday to Saturday – be diplomatic. For seven months sex, intimacy, large finances, investments and lifestyle choices have irked, restricted, frightened you. In June/July you’ll seize these matters with a successful brew of courage and (sexual) magnetism!

Big changes!

Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 21: The weeks ahead hold mysteries and demand research. Use your interior radar; look for skeletons, solutions and treasures.

Commitment, consequence, intimacy, large finances, lifestyle changes, deep health and depth psychology, occultism, hidden meanings and “eureka” moments will occur. Your logic and intuition will operate smoothly and well, but careful Sunday, when these represent a possible trap. Write reports, notes (or travel) Sunday/ Monday. Take a deep rest Tuesday/Wednesday. Your romantic, creative, risky, winning side emerges Thursday to Saturday. Angry or impatient bosses withdraw soon.

Sagittarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Make no money agreements/commitments Sunday, but do chase the stuff (or buy things) Monday. The weeks ahead hold excitingmeetings,opportunities,relocation,negotiations, dealings with the public – and opposition, perhaps enmity. Marriage and divorce. So much depends on your life thus far, and your nature. Investments, intimacy, lifestyle changes hold a sweet trap Sunday, sweet success Monday. Talk, travel mid-week. Retreat to reorganize home, business foundations, to recuperate Thursday onward. A legal fight might end soon. Be cautious with bosses, judges June/July.

Pisces Feb. 19-March 20: Minor wishes come true Sunday/Monday.June accents your domestic scene,real estate, security, food, diet, mother nature, gardening, nurturing, infants and toddlers. You’ve experienced a streak of freedom or of expanded, hopeful vision this year – now, in June, you need to decide who and what to stick with, and who/what is stale, restricting you. Two things happen in the coming weekend (June 5/6): three months of good money and sensual luck begin; and two months of heightened relationship intensity commence.

Money and love could mingle. You will be very attracted, or angry. Friday gives clues. timstephens@shaw.ca • Reading: 416-686-5014

REAL ESTATE RENTALS

6002

Agents

NEED A MORTGAGE 1st and 2nd Mortgages, Self Employed, Refinancing, Forclosures, Low Rates.

604-629-8628 www.MazumaCapital.ca

Real Estate Services

6005

Equity in Real Estate = $$$$$$$ No Credit, No Job, NO Problem!

1-866-531-5050 Member BBB MortgageDirectCanada.com NON-BANK NON-DEALER Independent Financing Options 604-309-6278 Verico Paragon Mortgage Grp www.LendLease.ca

6007

BUSINESSES FOR SALE

EDGEMONT VILLAGE Salon with room for Spa. newly reno’d, great location, 778-839-7864

6008

Condos/ Townhouses

6008-30

S. Surrey/ White Rock

2 BR, 1 bath, top flr condo, part renod. Quick Sale! $215,000. 305 - 1720 Southmere Cr. Karen C. Sutton Westcoast 604-538-8888

6020

Houses - Sale

6020-01

Houses - Sale

6020-14

Langley/ Aldergrove

LANGLEY, CEDAR Ridge, 20856 43 Ave. Sun: 12-4pm. 3 BR rancher, 1770 sf, 7500 sf lot. By owner. $600,000. 604-532-8434

6020-34

Surrey

SAT, MAY 29th, 2pm - 3:30pm.

16909 23rd Ave, South Surrey. 4 BR rancher (2550 sf) on .98 of an acre! Also includes a new 2 BR, 2 f/bath mobile home. $1,100,000.

Call Darin Germyn, MacDonald Realty Olympic, 604-590-2444. www.getinhere.info

BEST LOCATION IN SURREY Nice House 10923 132 Ave. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath 399k Call Ian McDonald

Surrey

$365,000 2BR - 2bath Condo Spec 180° view. Beautifully reno, elegant decor, granite, tile & hardwood. Walk-in shower. Stainless appls, gas fp. Crown mouldings & chair rails. Bldg completely updated & rain screened. Gym, spa & pool. Near skytrain.

604-628-8172 http://picasaweb.google.ca/ tocololo/CondoOdysseyTowers

6008-42

6020

uSELLaHOME.com

DIFFICULTY SELLING? No Equity? We Buy Homes Alternative to Bankruptcy. No Fees. www.GVCPS.ca / (604) 812-3718 GVC PROPERTY SOLUTIONS INC

**RENT to OWN** Townhouses & Homes in Langley/Surrey Small downpayment required.

Poor Credit Okay 604-857-3597 604-418-3162

6025

Industrial/ Commercial

SURREY, Central City. Only $725,000! Rare high exposure commercial with high density “Downtown” designation. Floor Area Ratio is 3.5. Approx. 15,790 sq ft. 2 lots 123’ x 128’. Only $13.12 per buildable sq ft. Recent appraisal for $828,000. Call Ben Gauer, Royal LePage Ben Gauer & Associates, 604-644-0273 or 604-581-3838.

6030

Lots & Acreage

N. WEST. All services paid, inclds u/grd electrical, DCC’s, survey & eng’ng report. 33’ x 130’ lot. No GST. $339,000. 604-726-0677. usellahome.com ● ID # 4711

6035

Mobile Homes

FACTORY DIRECT New 14 ft wide $56,500 F.O.B. SRI; New 1152 sq ft dbl wide $76,900 F.O.B. 604-830-1960 NEW MANUFACTURED SRI double wide, from $119,000. Pad $765/mo or option to purchase home and pad $319,000.

Call Chuck 604-830-1960 NEW SRI, 16 x 58, Langley Adult Park. $115,900. Pets OK. Pad $430/mo. Chuck 604-830-1960 OWNER WILL Finance with easy terms. Older home in 55 + Walnut Grove Langley park, Asking $49,900 with pad rent $595/mo.

Glenbrook Homes, 604-830-1960 TO BE MOVED - 2004 14 x 70 deluxe 2 BR, 1 bth $59,900. 1982 - 14 x 70 3 BR, 2 bth, $24,900.

1976 - 12 x 68, 2 BR + bth, $12,900. 12 x 60, 2 BR, $9,900.

12 x 60, $3,000. 604-830-1960

6040

Okanagen/ Interior

(604) 435-5555 OR (604) 786-4663

www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

★ WE BUY HOUSES ★ Older home? Damaged home?

Needs repairs? Quick Cash!

Call us First! 604-657-9422 * WE BUY HOUSES * Older House! Damaged House!

Pretty House! Divorcing! Moving!

Mortgage too high! Too much debt!

Quick Cash! Convenient! Private! ( 604 ) 626-9647 www.webuyhomesbc.com

EXCEPTIONAL LAKEVIEW Lots from $160,000 also: 1 panoramic 3 - acre parcel.

Owner Financing, 250-307-2558 www.orlandoprojects.com

6052

Real Estate Investment

★ RENT TO OWN! ★ If you have a small down payment, I have a nice home for you! Less then perfect credit OK. Call Pat 778-782-0872

6508

Apt/Condos

ABBY 2 BDRM, 2 bath, Brand new high end condo, top flr corner, 2 u/g prkg, 6 appl, extra storage, Mt Lehman/Hwy 1. n/s, n/p, Now, $1050.. 604-856-7554

MURRAYVILLE 1 br 5 appls, u/g pkg, storage locker, no elevator.

Av now. No pets, near amens. $875 + utils. Jim @ 604-836-3879

ALDERGROVE - 1BR, central location, refs, credit & criminal check req’d. $660, avail May. 1, 604-856-7390 or 778-549-3852

OAKDALE APTS

CLOVERDALE. 1 BR + den, top floor. View! 6 appl, u/g prkg. Small pet ok. $825/mo. 604-351-2083 LANG 5700- 200St. 1 BR Apt, top flr, west facing, new bldg reno, $850. N/S. Cat ok. 604-530-0101

5530 - 208 St., Langley Quiet clean spac 2 BR, incls 4 appls, hot water, parking. No pets. Resident Manager. $860 per month. Available June 1.

Please call from 9am to 8pm: (604) 534-1114

LIMERICK MANOR

Near Langley City Hall 1 Bedroom Apartments $705 - $734/mo Incl. heat, storage & parking Adult oriented • Sorry, no pets By appointment, call:

AMBER ROCHESTOR

604-514-1480

Close to Lougheed Mall, S.F.U. & Transportation.

DELTITA GARDENS

545 Rochester Ave, Coq

office: 604 936-3907

AMBER (W)

401 Westview St, Coq Large Units.

Near Lougheed Mall.

Transportation & S.F.U.

www.OnTrackRealty.ca

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Apt/Condos

office: 604 939-2136 cell: 604 805-9490

Real Estate

$99 can sell your home 574-5243 Abbotsford beautifully updated end unit 1250sf 3br 2ba thse $239,900 504-1551 id5107 Abbotsford paradise, 3235sf 4br 3ba home, gated community $479K 825-2963 id5134 Delta Open House Sun 2-4, #111 11816-88 Ave Kennedy Hts updated 920sf 2br condo, laundry, pool, $172,900 306-0406 id5121 Maple Ridge drastically reduced 4.9ac serviced vu acreage $465Kobo 722-3996 id4694 Maple Ridge immaculate 1200sf 4br log home .37ac lot $549,800 778-240-1196 id5118 Port Moody Suter Brook Village top floor 710sf 1br condo $359,900 313-1480 id5083 Surrey Newton completely reno’d 1100sf 2 br townhouse $172,900 562-2977 id4773 Sry Fleetwood 3260sf 3or4br 2.5ba, 17192sf lot, triple garage $725K 599-7009 id5093 Sry Fleetwood huge 1801sf 5br 3.5ba rancher, 7184sf lot $438K 778-240-1196 id5117 Sry Cedar Hills 2235sf 4/5br 2ba home w/suite, Fab views $459K 951-9104 id5119 Sry Cloverdale spotless 1462sf 3br+den 2.5ba Tnhse $339,900 778-571-0757 id5120

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ARBOUR GREENE 552 Dansey Ave, Coq

Extra Large 2 Bedrooms.

Close to Lougheed Mall & S.F.U.

office: 604 939-4903 cell: 778-229-1358

CALYPSO COURT 1030 - 5th Ave, New West Near Transportation & Douglas College.

Well Managed Building.

office: 604 524-8174 cell: 604 813-8789

CEDAR COURT & CEDAR LODGE

Clean 1 BR’s & 2 BR’s Apts.

Mature oriented building near Guilford Mall. Rent incls cable, heat, hot water, prkg available.

N/P. Resident Managers.

604 584-5233 or 604 588-8850 www.cycloneholdings.ca

COTTONWOOD PLAZA 555 Cottonwood Ave, Coq

Large units some with 2nd bathroom or den.

On bus routes, close to S.F.U. & Lougheed Mall.

office: 604 936-1225

JUNIPER COURT 415 Westview St, Coq

Close to Lougheed Mall, all Transportation Connections, Schools & S.F.U.

office: 604 939-8905 cell: 604 916-0261 KING ALBERT COURT 1300 King Albert, Coq Close to Transportation, Schools & S.F.U.

office: 604 937-7343 cell: 778 848-5993 LANGLEY CITY SPECIAL 1/2 Month Free Spacious − Clean − Large Bach, 1 BR, 2 BR & 3 BR Apts.

Rent incls heat & hot water.

Kids Welcome! Resident Mgr. See website for bonus special.

8507 120th St, N.Delta $500 Move in Allowance for new residents. 1BR fr $625.

2BR fr $725. 3BR from $825.

Incls heat, h/w & basic cable.

For more info or to view

CALL 604 594-5211 Baywest Mgmt. Corp.

ROYAL CRESCENT ESTATES

22588 Royal Crescent Ave, Maple Ridge Large units. Close to Golden Ears Bridge. Great view of River

office: 604 463-0857 cell: 604 375-1768 SKYLINE APARTMENTS SPECIAL 1/2 MONTH FREE !

Clean 1 BR’s & 2 BR’s Apts.

Mature oriented building, near Semiahmoo Mall. Cable incl’d.

N/P. U/grd prkg. Resident Mgr. See website for bonus special

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Suites/Partial Houses

2 BDRM suite for rent. Suite is clean and spacious. Close to schools and willowbrook mall. Insuite laundry. n/s. $900/mth incl. utilities. 604-534-8840.

3 BDRM top floor Newly renovated bath, Close to schools + bus,5 appl, deck off kitchen, heat + hydro incl, n/s, n/p, refs req, $1500/mo. Rob 604-339-7508

ALDERGROVE, 2 BR, bright newer legal suite. $850 incls utils, internet, surround sound, storage, own w/d. N/S & N/P. Avail now. Call 604 857-0427 BRIGHT 2BDRM Ground level Suite on Newlands Dr. $1050 Great Neighbrhd, gas f/p, inste Lndry,1000sqft, dishwshr, sunny south deck,N/s, basic utils incl,heat/hyd,avail now778-549-4689

CLAYTON 2BR New bsmt suite, $800/mo + 30% hydro; incl cable; insuite w/d; soundproofed; alarm; n/s n/p, avail now;604-230-3649 CLAYTON, 67A/192, New 1BR Coach House $795/mo incl util/ cbl, insuite w/d, prkg, n/s, n/p, near amens/bus, avail now, 604-230-3649 CLOVERDALE 1 BDR $695.00 Clean & Quite, d/w, hydro included, full bath, shared laundry, 18480 - 68th Avenue, N/S, N/P One Person, Call 604-306-9111 CLOVERDALE. 2 BR bsmt. $800/mo inclds hydro. Ns/np. By schls/bus. Immed. 604-649-1076

CLOVERDALE. Newer 1 BR + den. Priv w/d. $795/mo incl hydro/ cbl/’net. Near bus. 604-727-3891.

Call 604 536-8499 www.cycloneholdings.ca

SOMERSET GARDENS (South Mere Cres East, Sry)

2 BR Apts, $875 - $1000 incls heat & h/w. 3 bldgs (1 n/s bldg) common laundry room.

By transit, schools & shops.

Family oriented housing.

CALL 604 451-6676

SUSSEX PLACE APTS

5400 206th St, Langley Clean & Affordable Apts.

Bach, 1 BR & 2 BR. Close seniors center & all amens.

Rents incls heat, hot water & cable. 1/2 month FREE Rent!

6602

LANGLEY WILLOWBROOK, Brand new 2 BR bsmt, $1000 incls utils, cable, net, built in vac, w/d & storage. June 1. NS/NP, No parties. Tim 604 803-3985 LANGLEY − 76/254, 1 BR $800 or 2 BR $975. Near new on acreage, f/p, alarm, w/d. Incl utils.

N/S, no dogs. 604-690-1906

LANGLEY on Esquestrian ppty!

2 BR & Den, 2 bath, 1500sf, all appls, f/p. 1-2 horse negot. $1400 June 15. NS/NP. 604-857-5212 STOP RENTING-RENT TO OWN No Qualification - Low Down CHILLIWACK – 9557 Williams St, 3 bdrm, 1 bath, cozy HOUSE on 49x171’ lot, excellent investment property in heart of town, close to shops & schools................ $888/M VANCOUVER – 558 Taylor St, 1 bdrm + den, 2 level TOWNHOME, nr GM Place, 1.5% Finance $988/M PITT MEADOWS -11860 Springdale Dr. 4 Bdrm, 3 Bath FAMILY HOUSE Appliances, huge family room, f/p, fully fenced back yard, garage, close to West Coast Express, Schools & shops..............$1988/M

Call Kristen 604 435-5555 or 786-4663

www.HomeBuyingCenter.ca

WALNUT GROVE 2500sf, Newer 3 BR, Office & Rec Room, 6 appls, 3 bath, built-in vac, cov’d patio, dbl garg, low maint yrd, on greenbelt. N/S. Pet negot. Avail Jun 1/15. $2200. 604-619-4949

Townhouses Rent

4 BR, 3 bath, 3 lvl, 2100 sf, dbl garage, 5 appl, family complex $1875, Jun 1st 604-818-4734 WILLOWBROOK MALL. 2 BR. Priv w/d, f/p, deck, f/yard. N/S, No Pets, $1050. Avail Now. Nr pool.

604-607-7904, 604-785-4231

SUTTON PLACE

(13814/102 Ave, Surrey) 2 BR & 3 BR Townhouses, $825 - $900 + utils. Common laundry room. By skytrain, bus, schools and shops.

Family oriented housing.

CALL 604 451-6676

SRY, 192/32, 2 BR priv ste, W/D, D/W, prkg. $975 incls utls, cable, net. Ns/np. June 1. 604-351-2749

SRY, 92/KGH. 1 BR, grd/lvl. New paint. Covered patio. $650/mo incl hydro. Ns/np. 604-710-4692

SRY CLAYTON, 193A/66, Beautiful 1 BR bsmt suite, avail Jun 15 or Jul 1. Lrg BR, 4 SS appls, pullout drawers & pantry, full size w/d. Sep. entr, sep heating. Prkg avail in lane. NS/NP, $800/mo + 30% hydro. 604 530-4997 WALNUT GROVE 1 BR + den, grd lev, newly reno’d, gas stove, w/d, own entry, patio. Available June 1. $950 incls utils. N/S & N/P. Call 604 888-0710

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Warehouse/ Commercial

3700 SF Warehouse, office, bathrm, alarm, heated - Safe area.

Rent/lease all or partial space.

Murrayville Langley area. Serious enquiries only 604 808-2252.

LANGLEY. 2780 sq. ft. main floor warehouse plus 600 sq. ft. mezzanine. Front office and rear grade loading with 90’ turning radius! $7.60/sq. ft. Call Ben Gauer, Royal LePage Ben Gauer & Associates, 604-581-3838 or 604-644-0273.

LANGLEY small whse, $895/mo.

Willowbrook hobby/storage shop $595/mo. 604-834-3289 WAREHOUSE & office space for lease, up to 12,000sf of Warehouse and 3,200sf of executive offices. Available Aug 15, 2010 Chillwack. Call 604-991-7200

WILLOUGHBY, NEW, Lrg, bright, (Luxury) 2 BR + den, 5 appls, incls w/d, f/p, heated bath rm flr, sound proofed, priv ent, $1125/mo, alarm, cable, net incld, N/s, N/p, July 1. 604 759-4905

LANGLEY. 1 BR bsmt. New appl. $800/mo incl hydro/cable. Ns/np.

By shops & school. 604-614-9879

WILLOUGHBY, NR Willowbrook Mall, 1 BR ste, new carpet & light fixtures, newly painted, priv ent, shared w/d, $750/mo incls utils, N/p, N/s, immed. 604-514-0562

LANGLEY 72A/196 newer 1 br ste, shrd w/d, sm patio, nr amens/ bus, n/s, n/p. $750 inc utils/cbl/ net. Avail June 1. 604-837-4940

CLAYTON/LANGLEY 3 BR, den, 2.5 ba 3 lev t/h, 1500sf, 6 appls, gas f/p, granite, 2 pkng. N/S, n/p. $1800. Av Jul 1. 604-813-4700

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Body Work

Abbots $60/60min. Janetta $120/60min. Dual w/ Red 1980 Emerson/9248 Main St. 604-854-0599 in/out. hiring asap

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HOME SERVICES CALL THE EXPERTS AUTOMOTIVE

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Blinds & Draperies

Ultrasonic BLIND Cleaning www.pacificultrasonic.com Call Today ★ 604-598-1069

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Handyperson

TRUSTED HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Aarrow Recycling

• Auto • Trucks • Equipment Removal

Carpet Cleaning

We pay up to $300 cash

CALL RICK GOODCHILD

CHOICE CARPET CLEANING Free Est.! Guaranteed Work!

604-897-6025, 778-688-0117

8060

Need CONCRETE Done?

Drywall

GOLD STAR DRYWALL Boarding, taping & textures. Also wall and floor tiles. 604-418-8516 K. C. DRYWALL Complete Drywall Services.

Call 604-533-2139

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604-551-9022

Electrical

IMPACT

ELECTRIC LTD.

Electrical Contractor 20 yrs exp.

Residential/Com Specialist.

Bonded & Lic # 101783 No Job to small !

604-613-2466

604-878-5232

WE LOVE SMALL JOBS All Work Guar. 604 220-8347 www.HighOutletElectric.ca #22047

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604-761-7175 Landscaping

“Promoting outdoor living for over a decade”

FREE ESTIMATES BOOK NOW WHILE THERE IS STILL SPACE! Landscape Design, Natural/Paving Stone Patios, Paths & Fire Pits, Retaining Walls, Sod Install & Remove, Flowerbeds & Gardens, Hauling / Dumping / Excavation, Bobcat, and Wooden Fence / Deck / Rail.

BBB, Bonded, Insured and ICPI Cert.

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8160

Lawn & Garden

Spring Services

FREE ESTIMATES • Lawn Maintenance • Fertilizing • Yard Clean-ups • Aeration • Pruning/Hedges • Power Raking • Rubbish Removal • Odd Jobs • Yearly Maintenance Programs •

8130

Handyperson

HANDYMAN/RENOVATIONS Call Darrel Unger. 604-897-8449 www.hampshiregroup.ca

Need a Gardener?

HOME SERVICES

8160

SPRING SALE 10.000 Deliveries Annually

B.C.’S BIGGEST AND BEST SUPPLIER OF QUALITY NATURAL ORGANIC & COMPOST SOILS

Garden Soil Mix Lawn & Turf Blends Super Natural Topsoil Composted Black Bark Mulch #1 100 Fir Bark Mulch Miracle Mix Soil Top Dressing Blends Sand & Gravel, Rock Hydroseeding Contractor Small Orders Too Volume Discounts

Drew’s Tree & Hedge Care

Call 778-554-8590

AERATE $50 CUTTING $30 Free Estimates

Wembley Lawncare

604-571-5771

Planning on RENOVATING?

8240

Renovations & Home Improvement

8255

Rubbish Removal

DISPOSAL BINS 10 - 40 yard bins. Lowest rates! disposalking.com 604-306-8599 RUBBISH REMOVAL No job too small. Call Jim at 604 514-9163 or 604 209-9998

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Tiling

9160

Sports & Imports

Call Blake or Brian at:

604-816-1653

8185

Moving & Storage

A.M.C. MOVERS. All kinds of moving local/long distance. Ins’d 604-582-0045 or 778-888-9628

POPEYE’S MOVING Surrey 604-626-6651 Vancouver 604-377-2503

1992 - 19 FT Wilderness Trailer, good cond, sleeps 5, $5,000 obo.

Call 604-888-6149

Call 778-316-3217

1999 CORSAIR 30ft, 5th wheel large slideout, sleeps 5-6, new condition. $24,900 604-465-9512

for Full-Size Complete Vehicles. Free Removal!

2-Hr. Service in Most Areas

THE SCRAPPER SCRAP CAR & TRUCK REMOVAL

CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES

604-790-3900 OUR SERVIC 2H

1999 MONACO Diplomat diesel, pusher Class A, loaded, immac. $79,500. Chwk 604-824-1174

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#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle Removal Ask about $500 Credit!!! $$ PAID for Some 604.683.2200 FREE SCRAP car & truck removal. Top $$ paid for all. No wheels - no problem. 604-761-7175

★Residential/ Commercial/ Strata ★Interior and Exterior ★Competative Rates ★Free Estimate 778-316-9939; 604-715-9551 www.millenium2000painting.ca

ELITE PAINTING & pressure washing, free est., res/comm, Lic./Reg’d Nathan 778-928-5442

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STEVE TOWING SERVICES Scrap Car Removal. We Pay $$ for all cars. Call 778-316-7960

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Domestic

1995 CHEV Cavalier 2 DR Cpe, Sunroof, new batt/brakes. 192k kms. $1250obo. 604-530-6562

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

21FT CORSAIR M/H, new a/c, fridge, water heater, ill health . $11,500 obo. 604-463-4831

OLDY BUT Goody, 8.3 Cummins Diesel pusher, 36ft, 80,000 miles, loaded. $33,000. 604-539-0506

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Trailers/Tents/ Campers

1998 GMC 2500 SL Sierra, Ext’d Cab, 5.7 Vortek Eng, 2WD, 132K km’s, Power Steering, Power Brakes, air, elec brakes & tow hitch, $6,000obo 604-826-1041 1996 RUSTLER 5th Wheel Bunkhouse, sleeps 8, A/C, awning, ext shower, bunks, tons of storage. $8450. Langley. 604-881-4566

D.L. RENOVATIONS Quality work Affordable Pricing

David 604-626-7351 35 years experience A SEMI-RETIRED Contractor specializing in renovations, available for work. Call 604-532-1710

2000 CHEVY Venture, 7 pass, V6, fully loaded, no accidents, low k’s, $2,995. Call 604-613-5989

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Roofing

Runs perfect, mint interior, a/c, pwr pkg, 124,000 km, 75hp nitrous boost, dual 2.5 exhaust, Posi, very clean. $ 4250 obo. Call 604.316.4342

9145 A Eastcan Roofing & Siding Ltd All types of Re-Roof, Repair, Gutter. WCB. BBB. 604-562-0957 A Eastwest Roofing & Siding Re-roofing, Gutter, Free Est, BBB Member, 10% disc, Seniors Disc, 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437

Scrap Car Removal

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CASH FOR ALL VEHICLES! A North West Roofing Specialist in Re-Roofing & Repair, Free Est 10% disc, BBB, WCB, Liability Insured. Jag 778-892-1530

2001 SUBARU Forester red w/ grey upgraded int., 215k’s (80% hwy) fully loaded with 'Boxer' engine. Well maint with all service rec’ds $7300. Ph 604-824-4810

2000 Ford Crown Victoria

Moon Const Building Services.

Specialize in Concrete, Forming & Framing. Call Patrick 218-3064

Paving/Seal Coating

2002 DODGE Ram, 1500 Sport, 4 Dr, 4x4, V8, loaded, 20inch alloy whls, run/brds, canopy, vinyl liner, alarm, 72,200kms, immac. $15,900 obo. Sry 604-589-0122

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

2003 32’ Cougar by Keystone 5th wheel. In exc cond; two large slides; lots of solid oak cabinets, oak table w/4 oak chairs; 2 arm chairs, ent. unit; a/c, furnace; hydraulic front jacks; large awning; heated underbelly; corner shower; queen bed, closet, dresser; new washer/dryer; lg living room window; skylight; too many extras to mention. $21,000. 604.316.1018

Motorcycles/ Dirt Bikes

HOUR 2Service From Call

ALLEN Asphalt, concrete, brick, drains, foundations, walls, membranes 604-618-2304/ 820-2187 PIONEER PAVING 25 YRS EXP Serving the Lower Mainland Residential/Commercial/Industrial Free Est 24 hr Answering 533-5253

2005 CLASS C M/Home, 29’ Corsair Exella, 2 slides, 16,000 kms. $59,900 obo. 604-287-7745

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Painting/ Wallpaper

1989 Custom Coach 5th Wheel RV (23 foot) + 1994 Chevrolet 2500 (3/4 ton) truck (extended cab). Clean. $12,900 for both the RV & truck. Call 604-856-3819

Pays $150 minimum

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LAWNS, pressure washing, trees cut, painting, drywall, gutters, rubbish. Free est. 604-785-3636

Motorhomes/RVs

★ TILE & STONE ★ Supply & Install. 20 years exp.

Please call Mike 778 888-2777

START TO FINISH CONTRACTING • interior/exterior renovations • • rot repair and restoration • Decks • • Fences • and much more • • free estimates •

LAWNCARE, pruning & quality hedge trimming (up to 22’ high).

Reasonable rates. 15% seniors’ disc. Call John, 778-241-0416

MILLENIUM 2000 PAINTING & WALLCOVERING LTD.

To advertise your Home Service Business call Classifieds 604-444-3000

LIC’D PLUMBER, registered & insured. Installations/renos/hw tanks. Good rates! 604-789-3922

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ANVIL Plumbing & Heating Service and Renovations Call Jim • 604-657-9700

Blake and his Dad make a positive differenceinyourlifebyprovidingquality workmanship delivered with integrity.

Tree Pruning & Hedge Trimming Service

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Plumbing

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TOTAL LANDSCAPE SUPPLY SERVICES Since 1979

Pwr Rake Com/Res/Strata Rubbish Removal Fertilizing Edging

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Lawn & Garden

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www.AbacusElectric.ca Res & comm. 40 yrs exp. 1 stop! Reas. rates! 778-988-9493. Reg. 97222 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 service call. Insured. Lic # 89402. Fast same day service guaranteed. We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

Sport Utilities/ 4x4’s/Trucks

2006 DODGE Durango Adventurer, fully loaded, low k’s, black, $16,900. Call 604-534-4482

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SINCE 1997

SAME DAY SERVICE, FULLY INSURED

#1167 LIC Bonded. Expert trouble shooter, sm job specialist, reno’s, panel changes. 617-1774.

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2007 SUZUKI SX4-JX h/b, auto, 41k, front wheel drive, options pkg, $7000 Firm. 604-538-9257

Concrete

www.NoLimitConcrete.com ❏ Driveway, Sidewalk, Patios ❏ Site Prep to Finishing ❏ Resurfacing & Raising Old Concrete & more...

From start to finish! Great rates!

No Limit Concrete Paul • 604-897-2453

8075

Scrap Car Removal

(604) 209-2026

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $100 cash paid for full sized vehicles. 604-518-3673

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Home or McBurney Junction, Carrie Thachuk, owner both located in McBurney of The Passionate Home, Lane, just off the one-way sechas joined forces with tion of Fraser Highway, in the Karla Barton, owner of Mcheart of downtown Langley.

Burney Junction, to offer After reading and watcha dream bedroom to one The Passionate Home’s Carrie Thachuk and McBurney Junction’s Karla ing all the videos together, the lucky customer.

Barton are business neighbours that have teamed up to give away a duo will announce a winner “Together we will $3,000 bedroom makeover. on Friday, June 18. update the look for your Decor consultants will then all watch those makeover shows on boudoir creating a stylish meet with the winner to get an underTV and think ‘Wow, wouldn’t that be paradise for sleeping, relaxation, or standing of their likes and dislikes, great?’ Yes, it would!” romance,” Barton said. dreams and desires, and actually needs, Sometimes all people need is a She noted that most homeowners explained Barton, who has been in little help, and that’s what Barton and spend all their money and energy business in Langley for nine years.

Thachuck are making the offer – along decorating their public spaces such as “No mater what their style, we’ve with Benjamin Moore Langley Decorkitchens and living rooms, but little got it covered,” she said. ating Centre and All Bright Painting, time or thought is given to the master That’s when the makeover really which will take care of painting. bedroom. begins. Working together, they’ll trans“One of the benefits of owning your The idea for the bedroom makeover form the space into a new, beautiful own business is that it allows you a contest really came from listening to platform for change and contribution to bedroom – a stress-free environment, their customers, the duo concurred. for rest and relaxation, a place to love. the community,” Thachuk said.

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by Anne Marrison Brenda Ahola, via email f peonies are The leaves of the planted too aloe vera plant look a bit like fat, pointy deeply, their flowers may be very few stems, but in fact are leaves. They’re often or none at all. Their growing points fairly swollen, because the aloe comes from shouldn’t be deeper than four to five centidry, desert-type terrain and uses its leaves metres (1½–2 inches). Usually the problem to store enormous amounts of water. arises from the initial planting depth, but The gel-like sap of aloe vera within the sometimes it happens slowly, due to yearly leaves is reputed to have healing powers. applications of deep mulch.

Some people grow aloe vera to use the thick Your peony needs to be replanted more juice from the leaves to sooth cuts. shallowly, but don’t do it till the fall, when You might try picking a leaf to try it out it’s gone dormant. next time you have a cut. But removing Dear Anne, leaves won’t solve top-heaviness, and won’t “I have different kinds of mushrooms on improve the look of your plant. It needs my lawn, and every time I pull them out to be re-potted. If you don’t have room to they grow back again. Is there any way to keep it in a larger pot, you could divide it prevent them growing back?”

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It’s a lot of work to dig them up, because pot. When you re-pot, cut off any brown or discoloured roots. the mycelium is usually like a mass of fine Aloe vera can be fertilized once a month threads, and can cover very large areas. in the growing season with balanced fertilSome grow in lawns where tree roots or buried stumps are decaying. They may have izer (all numbers the same). After watering, let it dry right out before watering again. to be dug up to eradicate the mushrooms.

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Call Richard or Melissa for our information package on this wonderful property. You won't be dissappointed.

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RIDGEWOOD MANOR/ NO AGE RESTRICTION

Condo living at its best and most affordable with this spacious 1000 sq ft 1bdrm (could be 2) unit in the popular Ridgewood Manor 20420 54th Ave, located in the heart of Langley City, just a short walk to whatever you need.Very open and spacious, newer laminate flooring, pets permitted, no rentals, No issues with building envelope, building in excellent repair, just move in and enjoy your very own home. Why pay rent when you can own and make the same pymts. Asking only $167,500, try your offers. Call Richard or Melissa for your private viewing today at 604-341-6880

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CUSTOM RANCHER/ FULL BASEMENT 26815 25 Ave.

Check this awesome custom rancher out in the ever Popular Aldergrove area. This beautiful home is just overflowing w/extra bells & whistles.

Approx 3600 sq.ft. of spacious open living, central air cond., built in vac system, custom laminate flooring, exquisite kitchen wq/stainless steel appliances, prep island, bright & open eating area leading into a cozy fam.rm. RV parking & irrigation system. Custom cabinetry throughout this home. Very quiet & private street close to greenbelt areas of Aldergrove. Only minutes to shopping & hwy access.

Asking only $574,900, try your offers! 26819 25 Ave. Call Richard or Melissa Morgan for your private viewing.

RANCHER / DETACHED SHOP / OFFICE

Beautiful updated 1850 sqft rancher with open country kitchen, 4+ bedrooms, large family room. This home is set up to accommodate separate living quarters on one side of the home. Huge sundeck with gazebo running the full length of the home in back overlooking large stocked koi pond with waterfall. Fully wired 20’x20’ shop with 10’x15’ private office. This property is located in a private and quiet cul-de-sac in the prestigious MOSSEY ESTATES subdivision. This property is a very RARE FIND! don’t let it get away..... 4538 206B St. Call Richard for your private viewing today.

$605,000

THE TOTAL PACKAGE Your search is over! This is the complete package for your growing family - 4 bdrm, 3 baths, updated split level in the popular Creedside subdivision. Kitchen, tile and laminate flooring, inground swimming pool, triple garage, dog run, new metal roof, Rv parking and much more. Situated on a corner lot on a private and quiet street, close to dog park, schools, transit and shopping.

REDUCED TO $477,500. Drive by 20271 46th Ave. and call Richard at 604-341-6880.

SOLD!

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In the garden

Deck plants create ambience

Container gardens can add appeal to decks, balconies.

by Gerald Filipski Canwest News Service

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aving plants on your balcony or deck has far-reaching appeal. Not only do the living plants appeal to the eye, but they create a certain ambience that only plants can provide.

It was my lovely wife who pointed this out to me.

We were recently driving by a large, multi-floor condominium complex and she noted that the balconies that had plants on

them had greater appeal because, she said, the plants “made it look like someone lived there.”

Often, the best intentions of condo gardeners can go astray due to poor planning. Growing plants on a balcony or even a deck requires a certain amount of effort in the planning of the plantings but also in the maintenance of the plants.

As we move into summer, this might be a good time to review what are the basics of successfully planning and growing that balcony sanctuary garden.

By now some of you may have already tried and had some problems. continued on page H10…

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…continued from page H9 This checklist may help you avoid the same problems you’ve experience in past: Water, water, water! Perhaps the most common reason for failure in container gardening is the lack of consistent water.

The other day a reader asked what is the best tip I could offer for growing plants in containers. The answer was easy. Water is by far the most important thing for container plants, which can dry out quickly because of their limited capability to hold water.

To compensate you should be watering every day in the summer and if your location is a hot one you may have to water some containers twice a day.

• If water is important then a close second would have to be drainage. Most plants will not tolerate having their feet wet.

Make sure that your containers have adequate drainage holes. If you are going to use drainage plates to catch the water make sure you empty those plates to keep the container and plant from sitting in water.

• Use a high-quality soil mix with added organic matter. Using regular garden soil is not recommended for container grown plants. This type of soil tends to get compacted in containers and is very heavy.

The weight can be a problem on balconies especially if you have several containers.

I like to use a good soilless planting mix and adding compost to that mix. The ratio is two parts of mix to one part compost.

• Avoid using terra cotta or small planters as they dry out far too quickly. Plastics and the new cast resin or fibreglass containers are the best. They are lightweight and hold the moisture in very well.

• Mulch can help reduce the frequency of watering. A simple bark mulch on the top of a pot can reduce moisture loss due to

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Art’s Nursery employee Lorna Costa is a merchandiser, but one of the perks of the job is being able to put together attractive container gardens. evaporation significantly.

• Make note of your location and research what types of plants will do best there.

Far too many gardeners think that a favourite plant that prefers full sun will grow on their shady balcony. This leads to disappointment and frustration.

Remember that it is not the plant’s fault but the gardener’s. Doing your homework is critical and this planning will result in a far more successful garden.

– Gerald Filipski is a member of the Garden Writers Association of America. If you have any questions or comments email them to filipski@shaw.ca.

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