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DEC - 06 - 2014 | VOLUME 23 | NUMBER 49

Violence among seniors exposed by two murders: government funding of programs is a must

BY RATTAN MALL THE South Asian community has been shaken up by two domesticrelated murders involving seniors in the past five months as these are quite apparently only the proverbial tip of the iceberg.

Even nationally renowned registered social worker Shashi Assanand, who told The VOICE last July after the murder of 67-year-old Narinder Kaur Kalsi that “domestic violence is so pervasive that I think that it's not going to go away,” said this week that she was “amazed” when she heard of last month's murder of 64year-old Jaswant Pandher.

The husband of each victim faces a second-degree murder charge.

When I asked Assanand, who has worked in the immigrant settlement

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sector as well as the anti-violence sector for over 35 years, if there was any special program to elderly women because they are more likely not to know English and more likely

It was embarrassing for federal Minister of State Tim Uppal (seen here) when the media discovered on Wednesday that Raymanpreet Uppal, who was among four charged a day earlier with drug and other offences by Edmonton Police, was his brother. Police seized drugs, weapons and cash.

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Assanand, Executive Director of the Vancouver and Lower Mainland Multicultural Family Support Services Society (VLMFSS), told The VOICE last July after Kalsi's murder: “The unfortunate part is that everybody – government included – very quickly starts thinking maybe things are better [when they don't hear of such cases for some time], so maybe there isn't any need to put in more resources in this area. So I think … everybody has to keep talking about it, otherwise people

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“Their relationship of abuse was never really resolved” CONTINUED FROM 1 Baldev Singh Kalsi, 66, who was president of Surrey’s Brookside Sikh Temple, was charged with seconddegree murder.

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Baldev Singh Kalsi Pandher, also of Surrey, was found dead in her house on November 23 in what police

said appeared to be a domestic-related murder.

Her husband, Harbans Pandher, 67, was charged with second-degree murder.

WHY at this age?

That is the question that has been on everyone’s mind.

Assanand bluntly noted that irrespective of the culture or age, “our men somehow or the other have never really learned to control their anger and they haven’t stopped thinking that a wife is something they own – a “thing” they own and not even a human being. So every time anything happens, they get angry and it goes to this extent, which is really surprising. I was also very surprised – two cases in our community about our seniors.”

But she added that she thinks that “the abuse has been going on between the couples for the longest possible time.”

For matters to escalate to the point that the man kills his wife, it “means that their relationship of abuse was never really resolved.”

She also noted: “In cases where the abuse has been extensive throughout their life, this can definitely happen.”

ASSANAND also spoke of the huge problem of seniors’ abuse. She said: “In Canada, more and more so, we are now very seriously talking about senior abuse and there is an advocate for seniors who has been appointed in the province [by the government]. So it will be an

office where seniors can go and complain.”

But besides that, organizations like hers support immigrant women when they are in an abusive situation irrespective of age.

When parents come to Canada, chances are that the man will go out to meet friends and so on, while his wife will stay at home and do all the work such as cooking, cleaning and looking after the kids. So her depression increases. On the other hand, the man doesn’t feel very much in authority as compared to what he would have felt in India where elderly parents are well respected, Assanand explained.

She said she had seen so many seniors who have felt extremely depressed. Very

often they don’t even know where to go. Things are very difficult for them.

Assanand said she was very well aware of senior abuse that takes various forms.

There is, for example, financial abuse when they receive a pension check and it’s taken away by the children. Seniors may not get medication or taken to a doctor if they are not feeling very well. Money could be borrowed from them and never returned.

She added: “Physical abuse by children is not all that prevalent because our community feels very strongly that children should not be doing something like that, but if emotionally abused, these seniors have nowhere to go.”

Violence against B.C. women spiked in 2014 DESPITE Premier Christy Clark promising a “violence free B.C.” in her February throne speech, deadly domestic violence against women and children spiked in B.C. in 2014, said the NDP on Thursday.

“Premier Clark has failed to commit the resources to make women safer,” said New Democrat women’s issues spokesperson Maurine Karagianis.

“She promised a ‘violence free B.C.’ without putting the resources in

to make it a reality. Her government provided no extra resources for the domestic violence plan and actually cut the budget this year for victim services and crime prevention.

“The deadly reality is that 2014 has seen the highest rates of domestic violence in seven years.”

There were 20 deaths due to domestic violence in B.C. this year, including 18 women, one man and one child.

Another 11 women were

seriously injured.

“The number of women’s deaths is triple that of last year, and statistics only show the violence we know about,” said Karagianis. “None of the women who were killed this year reported violence in their homes.

"Many women are afraid to report violence. They aren’t just afraid of their abusers – they are afraid people won't believe them, and they're afraid they will have nowhere to live and no way to take care of their chil-

dren.”

Karagianis noted that many small B.C. communities have no transition houses or other similar services, and social assistance rates are too low to provide safe housing and adequate food in most of British Columbia.

“It’s not enough to proclaim that you support good things. Women’s organizations tell me we need the housing, social assistance rates and crisis services to make a difference,” said

Karagianis.

The Official Opposition will recognize the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women on Saturday, December 6.

MLAs will be attending remembrance events in their local communities.

John Horgan and Sue Hammell will attend the End Violence Against Women 4th Annual Candle-light Vigil at Holland Park on December 6 at 4:30 p.m.

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Federal minister of state Tim Uppal's brother Raymanpreet Uppal among four charged with drug and other offences by Edmonton Police AS a result of a confidential tip from a member of the public, the Edmonton Police Service Specialized Traffic Apprehension Team (STAT) executed search warrants on three residences and seized drugs, weapons and cash, and also charged four individuals allegedly involved in drug trafficking.

One of the four, Raymanpreet Singh Uppal, is the brother of federal Minister of State (Multiculturalism) Tim Uppal.

When The VOICE contacted Uppal's office in Ottawa on Wednesday morning, he emailed the following statement to us: “Yesterday, I learned through the media of charges against my brother. I have always spoken out against drugs in our communities.

Anyone found guilty of such offenses should face the full force of the law.”

In early 2014, STAT members commenced a drug-related investigation after receiving information about an alleged “dial-adope” operation.

During the course of the investigation, officers discovered that this was not a one-person operation, but a group of individuals allegedly involved in the local drug trade.

With the assistance of detectives from the EPS Drug and Gang Unit (EDGE), STAT officers were able to identify a number of additional suspects and residences.

On Thursday, November 20, STAT members executed search warrants on three south-side residences and one vehicle, and seized: * Two handguns and ammunition – a .38 Special Revolver and a .25 Semi-Automatic Pistol (prohibited weapon with serial number removed) * A conductive energy weapon (CEW) * Approximately $12,000 in Canadian currency * 370.8 grams of cocaine (approximate street value $26,900) * 1,585.2 grams of buff (approximate street value $6,340) * 90.2 grams of marijuana (approximate street value $1,350) * 16.6 grams of hashish (approximate street value $332) Charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking (cocaine), possession for the purpose of trafficking (marijuana), possession for the purpose of trafficking (hashish), and possession of stolen property over $5000 (proceeds of crime) are:

and obstructing a peace officer.

EPS STAT continues to investigate the file.

Edmonton Police display drugs, guns and money that they seized.

Photo: Edmonton Police * Raymanpreet Singh Uppal, 28 * Arman Deep Singh Hanjrah, 21 * Jared Joseph Perner, 25 * John Edward Saul, 27 Saul was also charged with unauthorized possession of prohibited / restricted weapon, possession of an offensive weapon dangerous to public, unauthorized possession of prohibited device or ammunition (three counts), careless storage of firearm, weapon, ammunition (two counts), and

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Uppal was also charged with possession of an offensive weapon dangerous to public.

Perner was also charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking (steroids), possession for the purpose of trafficking (cocaine), possession of stolen property under $5000 (proceeds of crime), possession of an offensive weapon dangerous to public,

THE Specialized Traffic Apprehension Team (STAT) is part of the EPS Violence Reduction Strategy to help keep Edmonton safe. STAT continues to focus on traffic safety and enforcement, vehicles and occupants involved in illegal activities, as well as deterring other forms of crime and disorder.

“STAT’s strength is being able to focus on the mobile criminals,” says Staff Sgt. Randy Loxterkamp with EPS STAT. “Every day, STAT officers intercept traffic violators, suspended or impaired drivers, individuals wanted on warrants, or those who are in possession of stolen vehicles, stolen property, illegal weapons or drugs. We share intelligence between divisions and other specialized investigative units, allowing us to better focus police resources. In this particular file, we were able to utilize additional investigative strategies to be more proactive and effective, and make more significant arrests and seizures.”

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Video of fight in Abbotsford gurdwara parking lot shames community, police say severity of incidents in ongoing conflict has increased

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ABBOTSFORD’S ongoing fight between two groups of young South Asian males brought shame to the community as a video surfaced of a fight between youths in the parking lot of a gurdwara in the Blueridge area perhaps some weeks ago.

The video was sent to OMNI TV and Global BC TV on Thursday by a person who found it disgusting that no one from the gurdwara or the neighbourhood bothered to call the police although the fight happened in broad daylight. The sender remains anonymous for

obvious reasons.

OMNI ran the story last week on Friday (November 28) while Global BC finally ran it on Tuesday. Police also recovered a gun seen in the video on Sunday (November 30), but say that it is a very realistic replica.

CONSTABLE Ian MacDonald told The VOICE on Wednesday that the fight likely took place three to six weeks ago. He noted that some were saying that it occurred on the weekend of November 22 which makes sense based on the weather and the

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clothing the people in the video had on. He added: “The video is not timestamped or datestamped, so unless we have an interview with that anonymous guy we can only speculate.”

Asked if police have appealed for the anonymous guy to contact them, MacDonald said: “We are working towards

that right now.” Police have some leads on ways they could potentially contact him and hope they can meet him sooner rather than later.

MacDonald said: “Our forensics folks and our crime analysts are going through that video frame by frame with that specific objective and of course we’ve made a public appeal for anyone who recognizes the folks to come forward and help us sort this out.”

WHEN I asked MacDonald if the ongoing conflict was getting worse, he replied: “When I had one of our crime analysts go through it, we actually have fewer incidents after July than we did before July – but I would suggest the severity of those incidents has increased.”

He pointed out that people had gone from doing burnouts on people’s lawns and doing damage to a vehicle with a bat or smashing a window to setting two vehicles on fire last October. He added: “Someone tried to light a Hummer on fire and someone tried to light a Lincoln on fire in a driveway.”

Fortunately, the houses didn’t catch fire. Police believe the two cases of arson were connected to the ongoing conflict. The VOICE has been reporting on the feud since last July and police say that it is not gang-related and involves some 20 youths on either side.

MacDonald noted: “When you have this video and there’s say 2530 youths there, it’s impossible to say that everybody there is involved in the conflict, but I guarantee that some of them are.”

He added: “So we see it

as in some ways an extension of that conflict and it is an example of young men making bad decisions and we need to steer them in the right direction.”

I asked him if he found it disappointing that no one reported the incident to police, MacDonald said: “I am disappointed we never got a call because it would have pre-empted that fight and our officers have done such a great job of interdicting and stopping things before they happen and we could have done it again there. So it’s frustrating that here’s a broad daylight fight where you’ve got at least 25 onlookers and two combatants and weapons and nobody phones us from the neighbourhood and nobody phones us from the temple. It’s disappointing.

“But we can’t go back in time, so all we can do is look forward which is to say ‘you know what ... we need to do more’ – so that’s everybody. I have mentioned parents before, I’ll mention them again, but the community needs to step up and community leaders need to step up. We have to do more and we have to remind citizens to phone in this kind of stuff, because if that gun turns out to be real, [and] you are in a crowd of 30 people who are all angry, [and] you pull out a gun, how do you know what’s going to happen?”

Talking about the replica that police recovered, MacDonald noted the strange manner in which it was found: “OMNI runs that [story] at 8 o’clock on Friday night (November 28) and by noon on Sunday (November 29) an area resident half a block away from the temple finds what was believed to be the weapon discarded on his lawn. Well, that weapon hadn’t been on his lawn for three weeks, I’ll tell you that!”

Police have installed surveillance cameras in many areas to deter youths from indulging in violence.

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Justin Trudeau tells Toronto’s South Asian Bar Association that diversity must be reflected in key leadership positions LAST week, fed- know that it is an integral tool for protecteral Liberal ing minority rights in this country, and, in Leader Justin fact, the rights of all Canadians, he pointTrudeau delivered ed out. the keynote address at the THE 2014 South Asian Bar Association South Asian Bar (SABA) Toronto Award winners: Association of * Simon Fish, General Counsel of BMO Toronto’s annual Financial Group is awarded SABA's inaugala and awards gural Diversity Award for his exemplary ceremony where commitment to the promotion and recogJustin Trudeau he spoke about nition of diversity in the legal profession. the great impor- * The following individuals are also recogtance of ensuring that Canada’s diversity nized for their excellence and leadership is reflected in key leadership positions, within the legal profession: from the bench to elected office.

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The 100 Year Journey gala celebrates B.C.’s South Asian Pioneers THE 100 Year Journey gala on Saturday, November 29 celebrated the past, present and future of the South Asian community. The program included pioneering stories of South Asians in British Columbia and launched a commemorative publication, highlighting 100 selected stories of community members spanning the past century.

“The experiences of South Asian Canadians are an important part of Canada’s past, present and future.

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They are inspiring and remind us that anything can be achieved with dedication, passion and integrity. We wanted the 100 Year Journey gala, publication, and website to reflect and celebrate the contributions of South Asians who were ordinary people, but did the extraordinary to overcome obstacles and flourish, " says Rana Vig, 100 Year Journey Founder and Publisher.

The event was attended by over 500 of the South Asian community’s leaders representing political, business and social sectors. Guests had a true “journey experience” by receiving commemorative passports instead of event tickets, received stamps and posed for passport photos upon their arrival. Emceed

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All photos by Chandra Bodalia the evening’s entertainment and several prize giveaways.

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Express Entry starts January 1: In-demand immigrants’ applications will be processed in six months or less CITIZENSHIP and Immigration Minister Chris Alexander on Monday said it’s one month and counting until Express Entry launches a new phase of active immigration recruitment to meet economic and labour market needs. Potential candidates can create their profile on January 1, 2015, with the first Invitations to Apply issued within weeks.

Express Entry will help select skilled immigrants based on their skills and experience.

Those with valid job offers or provincial / territorial nominations will be picked first.

Details published December 1 in the Canada Gazette explain how candidates will be ranked and selected, based on these factors that research shows are linked to success in the Canadian economy. Research shows these criteria will help ensure

newcomers participate more fully in the Canada’s economy and integrate more quickly into Canadian society.

Alexander also highlighted that additional information was published on the CIC website to help potential immigrants and employers understand the new system, and to promote Canada as a destination of choice based on a strong economy, low taxes and job opportunities.

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Bollywood’s Ketan Mehta and Deepa Sahi of “Rang Rasiya” at Whistler Film Festival SIMON Fraser University’s Goldcorp Centre for the Arts will screen the North American premier of a new feature film December 7 at 3 p.m., created by one of India’s most celebrated filmmaking duos.

Ketan Mehta, the screenplay writer and director of “Rang Rasiya” (Colours of Passion), and Deepa Sahi, the film’s producer and Mehta’s life partner, will be at the screening to answer questions.

“Rang Rasiya” is as steeped in controversy as it is in the rich cinematography that Mehta and Sahi use to detail the passionate and stormy life of Raja Ravi Varma. The renowned Indian painter is inspired by a model’s beauty to render Indian goddesses and mythological characters with human

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While Varma’s work initially ignites Indian people’s passion for his art, his love affair with his model ultimately offends their religious beliefs.

Paralleling the film’s controversy, Mehta and Sahi have been involved in a legal battle

with Varma’s granddaughter over what she views as a wrongful portrayal of Varma as a playboy focused on eroticism.

Financial support from SFU’s India Scholars Fund has allowed Patricia Gruben, an SFU School for the Contemporary Arts film professor, to bring Mehta and Sahi to SFU and the 2014 Whistler Film Festival (WFF).

Gruben is also the director of the Praxis Centre for Screenwriters and an organizer of a national screenwriting lab at this year’s WFF, December 3 to 7. Mehta’s and Sahi’s reputations as collaborators with Canadian film producers motivated her to invite them to be presenters at the festival’s India-Canada Film Forum on December 4.

Moderated by Gruben, the discussion aims to build on the new India-Canada co-production treaty signed this summer.

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In Vancouver, Mehta will deliver a Master Class about the aesthetics of designing and

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Punjabi creative writing contest elicits great response Matheson 2. “Zindagi Da Ant” – Aainroop Kaur, Princess Margaret 3. “Navi Soch di Zaroorat” – Kiran Bains, Princess Margaret

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PUNJABI Language Education Association (PLEA) usually holds two major functions every year. International Mother Language Day is celebrated in the third or last week of February. For a number of years PLEA had been also sponsoring Punjabi Jashans in November in collaboration with the teachers of Punjabi in Metro Vancouver. However, due to a number of reasons, it was unable to do so for some time. This year, PLEA started this process again. For this, it is very thankful to a number of teachers as well as PLEA members Ranbir Johal and Parvinder Dhariwal for putting on an excellent student focussed program at Princess Margaret Secondary School in Surrey.

On November 27,PLEA held its first creative writing contest at Princess Margret Secondary School. The contest was for high school students who are currently learning Punjabi in the public school system. PLEA received a range of submissions from over 40 students, including letters, shorts stories and poems. The submissions were judged by Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s Punjabi instructor Ranbir Johal and the contest was hosted

by Princess Margaret’s Punjabi teacher Amandeep Chhina. The event was organized very well. Prabhjot Sekha introduced students who won prizes. The students read out excerpts from their winning submissions and were awarded cheques from the Deepak Binning Foundation.

Sadhu Binning and Balwant Sanghera, President of PLEA, presented cheques as well as PLEA pens to the winners. Every participant received a certificate of participation / appreciation.

An honorable mention was made for Japreet Singh Lehal, an exceptional former student from Princess Margaret who had written a story a few years ago.

Japreet is also a wonderful singer and he shared a few of his songs with the audience.

PLEA thanked the Deepak Binning Foundation for providing the award money to the winners. It also thanked and acknowledged all of the teachers and students from Princess Margaret, Panorama Ridge, Queen Elizabeth and LA Matheson for participating in this creative writing competition.

PLEA will host this contest annually and next year it hopes to create an anthology of creative works which will include creative writing submissions from students currently learning Punjabi. Also, in February, PLEA will be celebrating International Mother Language Day. Details will follow early in the new year.

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Canadian Federation of Independent Business proposes Introduction to Canada Visa IN a new report released Monday, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) calls for the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) to be replaced with a stronger solution to address permanent labour shortages. Geared towards entry-level workers, CFIB’s proposed Introduction to Canada Visa would simultaneously address critical shortages for small businesses while providing a clear path to permanent residence for foreign workers.

“Canada was built by people who decided to take a chance, come here, and work hard to make a new life for themselves and their families,” said CFIB President Dan Kelly. “The Introduction to Canada Visa would open up those opportunities once

again. You shouldn’t need a PhD to live the Canadian Dream.”

Myths, misconceptions and endless controversy around the TFWP brought on illadvised changes, which have cut off a vital lifeline for many employers and largely barred from the program employers in the restaurant, retail and hotel sectors in much of the country. With small businesses desperate for relief, the Introduction to Canada Visa is one solution – outlined in CFIB’s new report – that makes sense for employers while honouring Canada’s immigrant roots.

“One of the legitimate criticisms of the TFW program is that it was often employing temporary workers to fill permanent labour market needs,” added Kelly. “Given

Parliament closes CPP payment loophole for spousal homicide IN a near unanimous vote on Wednesday, New Democrat MP Chris Charlton’s initiative to prevent the payment of Canada Pension Plan survivor benefits to anyone convicted of spousal homicide passed the House of Commons.

“It was completely unacceptable that someone who is convicted of the murder or manslaughter of their spouse was able to profit from that crime,” said Charlton.

“I am very satisfied that this initiative which I began in 2010 has finally passed in the House.”

The legislation (C-591) that passed was introduced by Conservative MP Dave Van Kesteren and modeled after Charlton’s bill originally introduced in 2010 (Bill C-527) which aimed to prohibit the payment of a survivor’s pension or benefits to those responsible for the murder of the deceased. The original text of Van Kesteren’s bill failed to include prohibition to those same people convicted of manslaughter. However C-591 was amended at committee to include the manslaughter prohibitions and passed last night in the House of Commons at third reading.

“At the heart of both my bill, and the bill passed last night, is the principle that criminals should not be able to profit from their crimes,” said Charlton. “The largest proportion of family-related homicides are spousal murders; a great number of those result in a plea bargain to a reduced conviction of manslaughter. I am proud that we forced the Conservatives to close this loophole and pleased with the results of last night’s vote.”

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We need workers at all skill levels, including for entrylevel jobs, and that need isn’t going away.”

CFIB’s proposed new visa would give foreign workers in entry-level categories an opportunity to work with an employer for two years as a defined step towards permanent residency. Other features include: * Employer must have 1 Canadian employee at same wage rate to have 1 Intro Visa * Ability to switch employers, not sectors or regions, if commitments not kept * Strict national and provin-

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Between November 22 and December 1, nine distraction thefts were reported to the Vancouver Police. All of the incidents are believed to be the work of the same crime group.

In all of the cases, victims who were openly wearing gold earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings were approached by strangers who engaged them in conversation. The strangers then placed fake jewellery around the victim’s necks or

wrists. While using sleightof-hand, the thieves removed the victim’s gold jewellery, leaving behind worthless trinkets.

After receiving a number of tips from the public, four possible suspects were identified by police as they attempted to board an eastbound flight out of Vancouver on December 2.

All four men were questioned by investigators; one man was arrested and the other three men were released.

Spaniol Alexandru, 21, has been charged with one count of theft under $5,000.

He has been released pending his next court appearance on December 17.

Police believe that there are other victims out there who have had dealings with this group, and have not yet spoken with police.

Anyone with information about any of these crimes is asked to contact the Vancouver Police Major Crime Section at (604) 7172541 or Crime Stoppers at 1 (800) 222-8477.

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IN light of a recent series of residential break and enters in South Surrey, the Surrey RCMP is reminding residents to do everything they can to secure their homes and vehicles.

“According to our most recent crime analysis report, the majority of residential break and enters in the first three weeks of November involved insecure premises or the use of garage door openers,” says Surrey RCMP Cpl. Bert Paquet. “While the number of break-ins remains fairly consistent from year to year, what is also consistent is the way thieves are easily entering unsecured homes, garages or vehicles.”

With an average of one break and enter a day for the month of November in this area, residents need to use all the tools available to protect themselves. Simple steps like locking all doors, including ones leading into your garage, and latching windows will help eliminate your risk of being an easy target. The same applies to your vehicles parked in the driveway: lock your cars, remove your valuables, and consider using an anti-theft device.

Residents may also want to consider other safety tips to secure their homes which may include installing a security system and leaving lights on when you are out or away on vacation so you home always appears occupied.

“Also remember to take your garage door opener with you, even if you’re only parked for a short period of time,” adds Paquet. “Treat your garage door remote as if it was a key to your house, because it is.”

Whether it relates to your residence or vehicle, there are many ways to ensure that your personal items do not become stolen property. By using basic crime prevention tips, residents can play a crucial role in reducing the incidents of vehicle and residential theft.

Residents and business owners are also extra eyes and ears for the police.

Surrey RCMP ask that you always report any suspicious persons or activities in your neighborhood to the police at 604599-0502.

For more information on protecting your property please visit the Protect Yourself section of the Surrey RCMP website.

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Association of South Asian Professionals of BC’s Hotdog Day for Homeless THE Association of South Asian Professionals of British Columbia (ASAP), working with Friendship Providers in Action, held a Hotdog Day for the Homeless event on Saturday, November 29 at Oppenheimer Park in East Vancouver. It was minus two on a cold, crisp sunny day as a crowd gathered eagerly anticipating the food distribution to begin.

Over a dozen ASAP members, family and friends served up hotdogs, cookies, coffee and distributed over 50 toques to the less fortunate.

By raising awareness, ASAP hopes others will join in to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the approximately 2,300 homeless people in Vancouver. This was the seventh time ASAP organized such an event, now

having served 8,000 hotdogs, treats, and coffee to the homeless.

“It is clear when you spend time in the downtown eastside that the issue of homelessness is closely connected with the lack of adequate care for those suffering from mental illness. Until this underlying illness is treated, we will continue to have a very serious homelessness problem in British Columbia. There are several reports suggesting that the number of people that will be homeless could triple in the Lower Mainland in the next few years. This needs to be addressed now before it gets any worse and we encourage everyone to contact their political representatives to raise this issue. ASAP and its members are doing their part by

getting involved, giving back to the community and raising awareness We encourage and challenge others to join us to help resolve the plight of the mentally ill and the homeless,” says Jindy Bhalla, President of ASAP. ASAP strives to recruit individuals who are looking to make a difference. For those who join the team of professionals in volunteering; here are a few ways ASAP makes a difference: * School Mentorship Program: Started January 2010, ASAP members speak to elementary and high school aged children regularly at various schools throughout the Lower Mainland. ASAP role models discuss their career path and help children learn about options for their future.

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BC Coroners Service urges pedestrian safety after five elderly people killed in 11 days THE BC Coroners Service is urging both pedestrians and motorists to take extra care in the wake of five deaths of elderly pedestrians at intersections during the past 11 days.

In four of the five cases, the pedestrians – who ranged in age from 73 to 87 years – were struck by vehicles which were making left-hand turns. (In the fifth case, the vehicle was going straight through the intersection.) Two of the incidents took place in Vancouver, and one each in New Westminster, Kelowna and Oliver.

The deaths are in line with a recent review by the BC Coroners Service of 142 fatal pedestrian incidents which occurred from 2010 through 2012. The review showed that persons over the age of 70 were at more than double the risk of dying in a pedestrian incident than those in any other age group. It also showed that in cases where pedestrians were crossing at an intersection on a green light, more than two-thirds of the drivers who struck them were making a left-hand turn.

The need for extra care increases in the winter months when longer hours of darkness and frequent poor road and weather conditions lead to an increased number of pedestrian incidents. The review showed that more than one-quarter of the deaths took place in January and February.

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Prevent CO poisoning: * When warming a vehicle, move it out of the garage. Do not run a fueled engine indoors, even if garage doors are open.

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Clothing Drive Amazing Tutors Children's Foundation is again collecting lightly used Western adult jackets, pants and shirts to distribute to the less fortunate ones in Surrey and Vancouver.

Brand new socks are needed as well.

Please do NOT donate Pakistani, Indian, Fijian, or any other ethnic-style clothes. Call Sikandar Hayat at 604-765-4099 or email at MrHayat7@gmail.com to arrange for a free pick up or for a drop off location near your place.

Vigil at Women’s Monument Saturday, December 6, 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Vigil at Marker of Change, the Women's Monument in Thornton Park, Main Street and Terminal Avenue, Vancouver. National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.

Rogers Santa Claus Parade Sunday, December 7, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Coast Capital Savings Christmas Square (Vancouver Art Gallery plaza facing Georgia Street). Face painting, holiday photo booth, Christmas ornament decorating, Letters to Santa station with 10-foot high mailbox, Greater Vancouver Food Bank drop-off zone, and entertainment stage with music and dance performances. 1-3 p.m.: Parade.

Starts at Georgia and Broughton, travels east to Howe Street, then travels south on Howe Street to Davie Street. 3-5 p.m.: Photos with Santa at Robson Square Ice Rink. More than 300,000 spectators are expected to be on hand as the 11th Annual Rogers Santa Claus parade celebrates the start of the holiday season with more than 60 marching bands, choirs, festive floats, and community groups. Spectators are asked to celebrate the spirit of giving by bringing a dollar or a non-perishable food donation for the Greater Vancouver Food Bank Society.

Volunteers will collect donations along the parade route, at Christmas Square and at Burrard SkyTrain Station. More parade details can be found online at

Indo-Canadian Voice | Saturday, Dec 06, 2014 www.rogerssantaclausparade.com Surrey: Big Rigs for Kids Lighted Truck Parade On Sunday, December 7, the 6th annual Lighted Truck Parade will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Holland Park and Old Yale Road from University Drive (13428 Old Yale Road, Surrey). A host of Big Rig trucks will be on displayed decked out in festive holiday lights. Citizens are able to vote for their favourite lighted truck display by donating. At the end of the night the truck with the most votes will receive an award and all proceeds raised will go to the Surrey Christmas Bureau and the Surrey Food Bank. The North Surrey Lions Club will be serving up hot dogs and hot chocolate to keep you warm. Carollers will wander around, singing festive songs. Everyone can look forward to a variety of games and activities such as face painting. Mr. and Mrs. Claus will also be stopping by for a visit.

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Society (OWL) at this weekend’s Owl Show on Sunday, December 7 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. A representative from the Urban Owl Conservation Project, sponsored by the Science and Technology Branch of Environment Canada, will show you how owls are tracked by radio. The Owl Show is suitable for all ages. Photos are permitted and children can create an owl mask to take home. While in the park, visit the Nature House to check out Nature in your Neighbourhood, an exhibit featuring Richmond’s urban wildlife like racoons, coyotes, skunks and crows. The Richmond Nature Park is located at 11851 Westminster Highway. Admission to the Owl Show is by donation, with all proceeds supporting educational programs provided by the Richmond Nature Park Society. For more information, call the Richmond Nature Park at 604‑718-6188 or visit www.richmond.ca/parksprograms South Asian Seniors: Antakshari Music Competition Vedic Seniors Parivar Centre of Vedic Hindu Cultural Society Surrey invites South Asian adults / senior members as well as non-members to attend and participate in a Bollywood musical competition, unleash the singing ability you have been secretly practicing in the shower and also give your brain a good exercise by past memories of your favorite Bollywood songs. You have to recite at least one line of the song using 9 words or sing the whole song if you like. It will be held on Sunday, December 7, 2-3:30 p.m. at Shanti Niketan Hall of Lakshmi Narayan Hindu Temple at 8321 – 140th Street, Surrey. Tea and snacks will be served. Call Surendra Handa at 604507-9945 for further information.

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British Columbia Boys Choir Presents ‘Musical Joy!’ on Sunday, December 7, 4 p.m. Special Guest: Ken Lavigne, Tenor. Director: Tony Araujo. At Ryerson United Church, 2195 West 45th, Vancouver. Tickets Advance: Adults $24, Student $12. By phoning Toll Free: 1-888-909-8282.

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PICS Society: Youth Entrepreneurship Program Information Sessions: December 9 and 16. Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society is launching the PICS Youth Entrepreneurship Program which supports potential young entrepreneurs in the Lower Mainland. If you’re ready to start your own business, then PICS is your ‘go to’ resource in the Lower Mainland that can help you bring your business idea to life. From pre-launch to growth and expansion, PICS Society supports young entrepreneurs during the launch of their businesses by providing pre and post-launch training, coaching, financing, mentoring and business resources. Eligible participants could receive financial support for up to 22 weeks when approved by the funder. To be eligible for this program, you must be: * Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the time

Saturday, Dec 06, 2014 | Indo-Canadian Voice of intake / selection * Out of school * Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or a person on whom refugee status has been conferred * Legally entitled to work according to the regulations in vogue in the Province of B.C. * Not in receipt of Employment Insurance (EI) benefits * In need of assistance to overcome employment barriers. Join one of the information sessions: at PICS Head Office - Unit 205, 12725 80th Avenue, Surrey on * Tuesday, December 9, 2:30-4 p.m. * Tuesday, December 16, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. At this session, you’ll learn how PICS Society can help you to obtain selfemployment skills through its entrepreneurship program, including developing a business plan, a marketing plan, arrange start-up funding and managing your cash. Seating is limited - to attend the session you must pre-register at deshpal.grewal@pics.bc.ca or sunil.rawat@pics.bc.ca. For more information, contact Deshpal Grewal at 604-596-7722, ext 126, or Sunil Rawat at 604-596-7722, ext 128.

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ditions by getting together for yet another Delhi-ite Get-together: Fun-filled night with Tambola, Karaoke, Musical Chairs and much more. Full course dinner with dance on Sunday, December 26 at 7 p.m. at Fraserview Banquet Hall, Fraser & Marine Drive, Vancouver. Tickets: $ 25/Adults, $ 15/Children 12 & under. For more info: Kamal Sharma at (604) 833-1977.

PICS Kids Club Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society has launched the PICS Kids Club for students in grades K-12 who need a little extra help with their school work and studies. The tutoring sessions are $20/hour and they run every Wednesday between 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. at PICS Society head office, 20512725 80th Avenue, Surrey. For more information, contact Sunita Dhaliwal at 604-596-7722, ext. 141.

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Surrey RCMP “Pack the Police Car” Over the next couple of weeks, the Surrey RCMP will be inviting the community to help “Pack the Police Car” with non-perishable food, gifts, cash donations, and other needed items in support of local food banks and charity programs across the City of Surrey. Surrey RCMP officers, auxiliary constables, and volunteers will be out on four different days between December 10 and 17, accepting donations to help families in need during the holidays. # District 3, Newton: * December 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Superstore (7550 King George Boulevard) * December 12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Walmart (12451 88th Avenue) * December 12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Morgan Crossing Shopping Centre (east parking lot outside Thrifty's). The District 5 office will also be holding a "Pop Up Detachment" at the same time.

People can meet South Surrey police officers, learn about police programs and crime prevention initiatives, and discuss any neighbourhood concerns. * December 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at Save on Foods (100 – 7320 King George Boulevard) # District 5, South Surrey: For Sources Food Bank. Donation suggestions: * Non-perishable food items such as: canned vegetables and fruit, soup, crackers, snacks, canned meat / fish, condiments, pasta, rice, etc. * Grocery and food gift cards * Toiletries and personal care items. Some events held earlier.

All Star Wrestling: Bodyslams For Toys Saturday, December 13 at 8 p.m. (Doors open at 7 p.m.)

To benefit the Surrey Christmas Bureau. This event will be taking place in the Alice McKay Building on the Cloverdale Fairgrounds. Bring a NEW Toy for a boy or girl with at least a $10 value and enjoy a night of Pro Wrestling. If you do not have a toy we will accept a $10 cash donation on behalf of the Christmas Bureau. The All Star Wrestlers will be donating their time for this cause. Venue is being donated by the Cloverdale Rodeo & Exhibition. For more information call 604-710-0872. www.allstar-wrestling.com Canadian Eyesight Global: Free Eye Health Clinic Canadian Eyesight Global’s Free Eye Health Clinic sponsored by Rotary Club of Surrey-Guildford and Rotary Club of Burnaby will be held on Sunday, December 14, 12- 4 p.m. at the Khalsa Diwan Society Complex, 8000 Ross Street, Vancouver. Everyone is welcome. Anyone interested in sponsoring an eye camp in their village in Punjab or any part of India, may contact: Anup Singh Jubbal, Canadian Eyesight Global, at 604-582-0579, email: info@CanadianEyesight.org, www.CanadianEyesight.org Urban Older Workers (55+) Program Starting from December 15 until June 2015 for 4 Sessions.

If you’re 55 or older, living in Surrey or Delta / White Rock areas, and you want to get back into the job market, then Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society has an employment program for you: Job Options BC: Urban Older Workers (55+) employment program is seeking participants for its upcoming sessions. This program partners with local community and business employers, to generate job placements for participants. To qualify for this program, you must be: * 55 years old or older * Unemployed * Non – EI eligible (or EI-Reach Back) * Out of school * Looking for a job * Permanent Resident or Citizen * Living in either Surrey or Delta / White Rock.

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Changing inbox behaviour may be easier said than done, however.

“Most participants in our study found it quite difficult to check their email only a few times a day,” says Kushlev.

“This is what makes our obvious-inhindsight findings so striking: People find it difficult to resist the temptation of checking email, and yet resisting this temptation reduces their stress.”

Kushlev’s inspiration for the study came from his own experiences with

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He also notes that organizations may help reduce employee stress by encouraging their workers to check their email in chunks rather than constantly responding to messages.

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Food safe certification. Must be able to speak, read and understand English. Ability to work cleanly along the way. Ability to work in a fast paced environment.Ability to multi-task with ease.Must be fun, a team player and reliable. Email resume to info@tornadobmc.com

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Greenway Farms Ltd. looking for farm workers, salary $10.49/hr. also looking for farm machinery opertors, Salary $11/hr.

Cabins available. Adress 5040-160 street, Surrey BC, V3S 0L2. For info please call 604-574-1564. Please email your resume to greenwayfarms@shaw.ca

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Dec27

Req’ F/T year round work 1 Secretary to work for Super 4u Tent & Party Rental Ltd located on Suite 103 8381 128 Street, Surrey, BC V3W 4G1. Duties: Distribute incoming mail; prepare correspondence and invoices; schedule and confirm appointments and meetings with clients; answer calls and relay messages; greet visitors; arrange deliveries.

Wage: $16.00/hr.

Skills required: Completion of Secondary Education required. Minimum 1 year relevant experience required. Apply by email to super4utentmaker@yahoo.ca

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Dec27

Req’ F/T year round work 2 Tent Makers to work for Super 4u Tent & Party Rental Ltd located on Suite 103 8381 128 Street, Surrey, BC V3W 4G1. Duties: Cut, shape and fit materials to make tents; operate machines and use hand tools; sew, clip and glue parts to assemble final product; trim and clean fabric; install tents, setting up stages, tables and decorations; other related duties as required. Wage: $16.00/hr. Skills required: Experience is an asset but willing to train the right candidate. Ability to lift heavy objects is required. Apply by email to super4utentmaker@yahoo.ca

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Dec27

Req’ F/T year round work for 1 Plumbing position to work for Ankhon Plumbing and Heating Ltd., located on 3737 Nithsda le St. Burnaby, BC V5G 1P4, to work in Burnaby and the lower mainland area . Duties: Install, repair and maintain domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems; locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors; cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings; test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges. Wage: $25.00/hr. Skills required: Trade Diploma/Certificate in Plumbing.

Minimum 2 years experience as plumber.

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Dec27

Req’ F/T year round work for 3 Truck Drivers Long Haul to work for P. Sekhon Trucking Ltd., located on 505 East 45th

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Dec27

Req’ F/T year round work for 5 Framers for Amar Singh Builders Ltd., located 2543 Stanley Street Abbotsford BC, V2T 2R3 and Lower Mainland. Duties: read and interpret blueprints, drawings and sketches to determine specifications and calculate requirement; prepare layouts in conformance to building codes, using measuring tools; measure, cut, shape, assemble and join materials made of wood, wood substitutes, lightweight steel and other materials; build foundations, install floor beams, lay subflooring and erect walls and roof systems; fit and install trim items, such as doors, stairs, molding and hardware; maintain, repair and renovate establishments. Wage: $25.00/hr. Skills required: Completion of high school, Minimum 2 years relevant experiment required. Apply by mail or email at asbuilder141@yahoo.ca

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Dec27

Req’d 2 F/T landscapers for Go Green Lawn Care Ltd located at 5-12240, 100A Ave. Surrey, BC V3V 2Y8, $ 18.00/hr.

Location: lower mainland. Visit clients and provide consultation. Visit clients and provide consultation; plan and construct landscaped environments which include trees, shrubberies, lawns, fences, decks, patios and other landscape structures; plants and maintains lawns and gardens. 1 yr experience as landscaper required. Apply by fax at 778395-5594 or by email at dhillonlawncare@yahoo.ca

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Dec27

Req’d 1 F/T Landscaping Supervisor for Go Green Lawn Care Ltd located at 512240, 100A Ave. Surrey, BC V3V 2Y8, $ 19.50/hr. Location: lower mainland.

Supervise and coordinate activities of workers who maintain lawns, gardens, parks; plan and estimate materials and labour requirements for individual contracts; organize work schedules and procedures; co-ordinate activities with other departments. 1 yr experience as Landscaping Supervisor required.

Apply by fax at 778-395-5594 or by email at dhillonlawncare@yahoo.ca

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Dec27

Req’ F/T year round work for 2 door manufacturing supervisor to work for De Ziner Door Manufacturing Ltd , located on 12058 86 Ave , Surrey , BC V3W 3H7 .

Duties : supervise work activities ,coordinate work activities , requisition materials ,prepare production reports , resolve work problems .Wages : $21.15/hr . skills required : completion of secondary school , minimum 1year of relevant work experience .Apply by email to dezinerdoors @yahoo.ca .

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Dec27

2 Light Duty Cleaners reqd. Sal$15/hr,

F/t, Pmt. No exp. or educ. reqd. Duties: Sweep, mop, wash and polish floors. Clean and disinfect bathrooms and elevators.

Clean furniture and vacuum carpeting and area rugs. Make beds, change sheets and distribute clean towels and toiletries.

Attend to guests' requests for extra supplies. Remove trash. Report and store lost or found items. Lang: Basic English.

Contact Jessie from Harrison Lakeview Resort Ltd. Located 298 Lillooet Avenue, Harrison Hot Springs, BC, V0M1K0, Canada.

Email resume at resortharri@gmail.com or fax: 604.491.4408

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Dec27

Ethnic cook (German food) reqd.

Sal$13/hr, F/T, Pmt. 2+ yrs. exp. Duties: Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes of German cuisine. Schedule and supervise kitchen staff. Oversee kitchen operations. Determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs. May clean work area and train kitchen staff. Lang: Basic English Contact Saravjit from Black Forest Restaurant at 180 Esplanade Avenue, Harrison Hot Springs, BC (Chilliwack). Apply at bfr_job@yahoo.ca or fax 604-796-9342.

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Dec27

Production Clerk Supervisor required; Full/T, Pmt, Edu high school, 2 yrs+ exp; Sal $23/hr Duties: Co-ordinate, assign and review work, Distribution and maintain inventories of materials & supplies, Establish work schedules and procedures, Prepare and submit reports, Arrange for maintenance and repair work, Resolve work related problems, Train worker in job duties, safety procedures & company policies, Requisition supplies and materials, Measure the job site for required material & supplies. Lang: English. Hindi/Punjabi an asset. Contact Mukesh from Father & Son Masonary & Curbing Ltd, located at 8144 134 Street, Surrey, BC, V3W 4T9, Canada Surrey. Email/Fax R e s u m e : masonaryandcurbing@yahoo.ca, 778565-8857

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Dec27

One Plus One Construction Ltd Surrey, B.C needs 3 full time Framers at different work locations in lower mainland. Starting Wage $20/hr, minimum two tears experienced & 10th Grade passed. Punjabi & English must. Ride available. Can understand work plans and drawing. work is full time, on-time pay, Medical coverage and paid sick leaves. Contact in person at 6207 192st, Surrey, BC or call Mandeep at 604 716 8570, email at one.plusone@hotmail.com

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Dec20

Golden Hawk Transport Ltd. located at 13325-76 Ave,Surrey BC V3W 2V8 is looking to hire 4 permanent full time Long Haul Truck drivers (all over Canada and USA). 1 to 2 years of experience and class 1 or equal license required. Salary will be $23.75 per hour with 50 hours a week.

Basic knowledge of English required for oral commnucation and to read signs, maps and to fill log books. Should be able to per-

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form the following duties: perform pre-trip inspections, maintain log book, communicate with dispatcher and load and unload cargo.No fomal education required .email ghtransportltd@yahoo.ca

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Dec20

JAS-TAR TRUCKING Ltd. located at 13550-64 Ave, Surrey BC V3W 1Y3 is looking to hire 4 permanent full time Long Haul Truck drivers (all over Canada and USA). 1 to 2 years of experience and class 1 or equal license required. Salary will be $23.75 per hour with 50 hours a week.

Basic knowledge of English required for oral communication and to read signs, maps and to fill log books. Should be able to perform the following duties: perform pre-trip inspections, maintain log book, communicate with dispatcher and load and unload cargo. No formal education required. email: jastarltd@yahoo.ca

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Dec20

Full time/part time positions available immediately Previous experience in janitorial is required.Medical/Dental packages are available for full time employees Apply in person: Monday through Friday 1:00 pm-4:00 pm Tornado Building Maintenance Corp. Unit 201-9453-120 street, Delta

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Allflo Technologies Inc. in surrey Experienced welders required , steel and Aluminum welding , Welding ticket not necessary,Please call at 604-543-5292 , or email resume allflo2@hotmail.com Fax: 604 543-5293.

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Dec06

Cellular telephone technician reqd. Sal $29.00/hr, F/T, Pmt, Exp 2+ yrs. Related Education in phone repair will be an asset.

Duties: Install, arrange, remove and maintain cellular telephone equipment, wiring and associated hardware. Inspect and Test telephone systems. Locate transmission faults. Repair or replace defective and damaged parts to telephones. Configure operating systems and install software for access to the Internet. Lang: English.

Punjabi as asset. Contact: Sanjiv from Surrey Wireless Solution in 9536 120 Street, Surrey, BC, V3V 4C1. Apply at s_wireless_solutions@yahoo.ca or fax: 604.585.664

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Dec20

Pizza & Pasta Cook reqd. Sal $13/hr, F/t, Pmt, Exp:2+yrs. Educ: Not reqd. Duties: Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes. Oversee kitchen operations.

Determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs. Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment. May clean work area and train kitchen staffs. Lang: Basic English.

Punjabi as asset. Contact Rashpal from D Plus Pizza located in 105A, 9547 152 Street, , Surrey, BC, V3R 5Y5 Canada.

Apply at dpluspizza@yahoo.ca

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Dec20

Kitchen helper reqd. Sal $11/hr, F/T, Pmt. No Edu. & exp rqd. Duties: Wash and peel vegetables and fruit. Wash work tables, cupboards and appliances. Remove trash

and clean kitchen garbage containers.

Unpack and store supplies. Sweep and mop floors. Perform other duties to assist cook and staff , as directed. Lang: English.

Punjabi as asset. Contact Rashpal from D Plus Pizza located in 105A, 9547 152 Street, Surrey, BC, V3R 5Y5 Canada.

Apply at dpluspizza@yahoo.ca

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Dec20

Cook reqd. Sal $13/hr, F/T, Pmt. 1+ yrs. exp. Duties: Prepare and cook complete meals or individual dishes of Indian cuisine including veg & Non Veg Curry like butter chicken, shahi paneer, etc and different kind of naans . Oversee kitchen operations.

Schedule, supervise and train kitchen staff.

Determine size of food portions, estimate food requirements and costs. Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment. May clean work and kitchen area. Lang: English. Punjabi as asset.

Contact Narinder from B&B Restaurant in 9365 120th Street, Delta, BC, V4C 6R9, Canada. Apply at bandb_rest@yahoo.ca or fax: 604-957-9549

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Dec20

Certified Dental Assistance is required for Surrey Location. Must know punjabi. Call for more information at 778- 238-3703

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Need Full-time and Part-Time experienced Estheticians with threading, waxing, and tweezing experience for busy beauty salons in Downtown Vancouver.

Must be flexible in hours. Must have a minimum of 2 years experience in threading and MUST be able to speak English.

Must have strong customer service and teamwork skills. Excellent hourly pay, good tips. For more information, please call 604-441-7679

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dec20

Required: Cook of indian Sweets(desserts) for New Bahia Sweet Shop & Restaurant Ltd., 5740 Fraser Street, Vancouver, BC, V5W 2Z5. Duties: Preparing Indian desserts from scratch, planning & directing preparation activities, consulting with clients regarding weddings, banquets and speciality functions adn ensuring meeting quality standards for preparation of desserts, estimating food requirements and supervising activities of other cooks in desserts making Salary: $38,000.00 per annum. Full time position with 40 hours per week. Send Resume to : New Bahia Sweets Shop & Restaurant Ltd. 5740 Fraser Street, Vancouver, BC, V5W 2Z5.

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dec6

Hiring Workers for Nursery & Blueberry Farm Sidhu and Sons Nursery Ltd. is hiring workers for outside production works in blueberry farms and nursery. Salary is$10.25per hour, work is 6days a week.

The term of employement is full time.

Apply in person between9.00am to 4.30PM. Monday through Friday at 9623 Sylvester Road, Mission BC, V2V 7K6 or by Fax 604-820-1361.

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Caregiver for an elderly person to work in a private home located at the intersection of 80 Avenue and 134 St., Surrey, BC. Duties:Plan and prepare meals and clean up after; some cleaning and ironing as required; run errands: pick up medications, grocery shopping, etc.; provide companionship; accompany to walks, appointments, events; promote physical activities as requested; make sure that medications are taking according schedules; other related duties as required.

Wage: $10.50/hr. Minimum 1 year experience as a Live-In Caregiver or 6 months training program in child care of related fields and completion of Secondary Education. Apply by email at jaswantsomal@yahoo.ca. Attention Jaswant Singh Somal.

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dec13

Req’ F/T and live-in for1 Live-In Caregiver for an elderly person to work in a private home located at the intersection of 150st and 84 Ave., Surrey, BC. Duties:Plan and prepare meals and clean up after; some cleaning and ironing as required; run errands: pick up medications, grocery shopping, etc.; provide companionship; accompany to walks, appointments, events; promote physical activities as requested; make sure that medications are taking according schedules; other related duties as required. Wage: $10.50/hr. Skills and education: Minimum 1 year experience as a Live-In Caregiver or 6 months training program in care giving or related fields and completion of Secondary Education. Attention Sohan Singh Lehal

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Dec27

Req’ F/T and live-in for1 Live-In Caregiver for an elderly person to work in a private home located at the intersection of 144 St. and 72A Avenue, Surrey, BC. Duties:Plan and prepare meals and clean up after; some cleaning and ironing as required; run errands: pick up medications, grocery shopping, etc.; provide companionship; accompany to walks, appointments, events; promote physical activities as requested; make sure that medications are taking according schedules; other related duties as required. Wage: $10.50/hr. Skills and education: Minimum 1 year experience as a Live-In Caregiver or 6 months training program in child care of related fields and completion of Secondary Education.

Apply by email at jkashminder@yahoo.ca.

Attention Kashminder Johal.

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dec13

Req’ F/T year round work for 2 Food Service Supervisor to work JMG Enterprises Inc. dba Subway Sandwiches and Salads at Unit 18-2047 Sumas Way, Abbotsford BC V2S 8H6 or by email atjmg_bc@yahoo.ca. Duties: Supervises personnel and ensures all duties are performed correctly, prepares weekly work schedules and assigns duties to other attendants; maintains and monitors inventory and assists with purchasing functions as needed; prepare sales reports, perform other duties as required. Wage: $12.00. Skills required: Minimum 2 years experience working in retail position, supervisory experience is an asset. Fluent in English. Able to work late nights and early morning shifts. Apply by mail of email at jmg_bc@yahoo.ca

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dec13

Req’ F/T year round work for 2 Truck Drivers Long Haul to work for M. D. Transport Co. Ltd., located on 1683 Mt. Lehman Rd. Abbotsford, BC V2T 6H6. Work across Canada and the US. Duties: plan trip logistics and documents; perform pre-trip, en-route and posttrip inspection on vehicle; ensure cargo is secured properly in accordance with safety requirements; communicate with dispatcher. Wage: $23.00/hr. Skills required: Class 1 Driver’s License, minimum 1 years experience as long haul truck driver. Apply by mail or email at mjrdhillon@gmail.com.

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dec13

Req’ F/T year round work for 1 Carpenter to work for HSB Finishing Carpentry located at 31412 Springhill Ct., Abbotsford, BC V2T 4J9 and lower Mainland. Duties: Ability to interpret blueprints and sketches; measure, fits and installs door and window frames and hardware, prepares layouts following specs; ability to perform calculations and operate power and hand tools. Wage: $26.00/hr. Skills required: minimum 2 years experience carpenter is required. Apply by mail of email at hsbcarpentry@yahoo.com

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dec13

Live-in Caregiver for 2 children req’ F/T year round work in a private home located in Langley, BC. Duties: Supervise and tend for children at the children’s house; prepare meals and feed children; take children out for walks, park as per parent’s instructions; perform cleaning duties and laundry related to the children; maintain a healthy and safe environment for children at home, bathe, dress, feed and prepare children for naps according to schedule. Wage: $10.50/hr. Skills required: Minimum 1 year experience as a Live-In Caregiver or 6 months training program in child care of related fields and completion of Secondary Education. Apply by email to Mr. Harpreet Kaur Hundal at hundal_2014@yahoo.ca

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dec13

Req’ F/T year round work for 3 Plumbing positions to work for Rahelu Plumbing & Heating Ltd., located on 111-8299 129 St., Surrey, BC V3W 0A6, to work in Surrey and the lower mainland area . Duties: Install, repair and maintain domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems; locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors; cut opening in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings; test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges. Wage: $25.00/hr. Skills required: Trade Diploma/Certificate in Plumbing. Minimum 2 years experience as plumber.

Apply by email at raheluplumbing@yahoo.ca

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dec13

Store Supervisors are needed to work for Cedar Hills Husky by mail or in person at 10178 128 St. Surrey, BC V3T 2Y9 in Surrey, BC. Full time year round work. $ 18.00/hr. Minimum 2 years experience working in retail position, supervisory experience is an asset.

Fluent in English. Able to work late nights and early morning shifts. Duties: Supervises personnel, prepares weekly reports and employees schedules. Monitors inventory. Prepares sales reports. Other duties as required. Apply to Cedar Hills Husky by mail or in person at 10178 128 St. Surrey, BC V3T 2Y9 or by email at bc.husky@yahoo.ca.

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dec13

Req’ F/T year round work for 1 Drywall Installer Supervisor to work for 777 Constructions Ltd., located at 6603 Fraser St., Vancouver, BC V5X 3T6, to work in the lower mainland area . Duties: Supervises and coordinates work for drywall installers; establishes methods to meet schedules, coordinates with other contractors; resolves workers problems and implements measures to increase productivity and work quality; orders material and prepares progress reports; trains workers, implements safety procedures and policies. Wage:

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Req’ F/T year round work for 3 Warehouse Workers to work for Rolls Right Industries Ltd., located on 2864 Norland Ave., Burnaby BC V5B 3A6 and Lower Mainland. Duties: load and unload products, equipments and materials; ability to organized, sort, count and weight equipment or material; packing and unpacking equipment and/or material; move furniture, equipment and household appliances on and off trucks; other related duties as required. Apply by mail or email at rollsright2864@yahoo.ca

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Ethnic Cook (Indian Cuisine) reqd. $13.00/hr, F/T, Pmt., 1+ yrs. exp. Duties: Prepare & cook full course meals, individual dishes & foods including veg & Non Veg Curry like butter chicken, shahi paneer, etc & different kind of naans. Determine size of proportions, Ensure quality of food, Inspect kitchens & food service areas, Train & supervise kitchen staff, Work w/specialized cooking equipment, Organize & manage buffets & restaurant, Manage kitchen operations, Maintain inventory & records of food, supplies & equipment.

Lang: basic English. Punjabi an asset. Contact: Jeet from Bharat Sweets & Restaurant in 15166 Fraser Hwy, Surrey, BC, V3R 3P1. Apply at bharatsw@yahoo.ca ********

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Electricians reqd, f/t, Pmt, $28.00/hr. 2yrs+ exp. or Degree/Diploma with 1 yr exp. Duties: Read circuit diagrams & electrical codes to determine wiring layouts. Install, repair the existing electric circuit and wiring system. Replace & repair electrical system, troubleshoot & isolate faults. Lang: English. Punjabi as asset. Work in various Locations in lower mainland BC.Contact: Gurdeep from Ankor Electrical Ltd. in 6855 128 St., Surrey, BC V3W4E1. Apply at ankorelect@hotmail.com or fax: 604-598-0834 ********

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Suspect in Abbotsford’s Mill Lake Park sexual assault case could be South Asian or white ABBOTSFORD Police in their updated description of the suspect in the Mill Lake Park sexual assault on November 20 say the person could be South Asian or white.

He is believed to be 30-40 years old, 5’9” tall, wearing dark track pants, white running shoes and a dark hoodie with a circular design on the front.

The man’s face had stubble on it and he had darkcoloured hair.

The Major Crime Unit of the Abbotsford Police Department continues to investigate this crime.

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On November 20 (Thursday) at 10:30 p.m., a 42-year-old woman left her residence and went for a walk. She travelled southbound along Bourquin Crescent West

Convicted killer charged with attempted murder of Kamloops RCMP Cpl. Michaud KENNETH Michael Knutson, 36, a convicted killer, has been charged with the attempted murder of Kamloops RCMP Cpl. Jean Rene Michaud.

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Knutson has a history of firearms-related offences.

Michaud remains in intensive care. He underwent a second surgery on Thursday night and continues to recover at Royal Inland Hospital from the gunshot injuries he sustained.

On Wednesday (December 3) at 2:45 a.m., members of the Kamloops RCMP conducted a traffic stop on a white Chrysler Intrepid at Bachelor Drive and North River Drive when shots were fired. A member of the Kamloops RCMP suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment. Officers exchanged gunfire but the suspect vehicle fled the scene.

An intensive search was conducted and police identified several suspects in connection with this event. The Kamloops RCMP carried out some evacuations of the affected area for public safety reasons.

Over 150 tires slashed overnight in North Vancouver NORTH Vancouver RCMP are investigating multiple cases of mischief to motor vehicles where numerous tires were slashed.

Approximately 150 acts of mischief occurred overnight on Thursday (December 4). The targeted area was around Capilano University down to Park and Tilford.

Police continue to receive complaints from citizens and are advising all motorists to check their tires. For public safety concerns, do not drive your vehicle if your tires are deflated.

Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the culprit or culprits who are responsible. If you noticed any suspicious person or vehicle overnight, or have been victimized by this criminal act of mischief, call North Vancouver RCMP at 604-985-1311 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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Moments later as she was about to pass another entrance to the boardwalk, the man jumped out and grabbed her from behind while pulling her into the park. A struggle ensued and the victim was grabbed, groped and struck by the assailant.

Fortunately the victim was able to push the attacker off balance which allowed her to run out of the park. The suspect did not follow her. The victim reported the incident the following day.

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Two murder charges against man in deaths of two girls in the 1970s THREE decades of investigative efforts, led by investigators from Project E-PANA and the Provincial Unsolved Homicide Unit, have resulted in homicide charges being laid in two BC homicide cases from the 1970s.

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Culture of Distraction?

By Cedric Hughes

EVERY weekly Road Rules article is simultaneously published in a number of community newspapers and online at www.roadrules.ca/. If you have never visited this site, now that you have the link, you may want to have a look. The ‘Home’ page has three columns. At the top of the right-hand column is a ‘Search’ box. Enter ‘distracted driving’ in this box and you will retrieve 46 articles.

Although some of these articles show up simply because of the term’s long established inclusion in the standard list of crash factors: weather, road and vehicle conditions, speed, alcohol, drugs, fatigue and distraction, the majority—some dating back five years—are directly on point. From scanning the various titles, you will likely conclude that the inflation of this category of crash causation is linked to the rapid universal uptake of the smartphone during the last decade.

The rise of distracted driving from in-car cellphone use prompted a rapid response of ‘fixes. First, we see new motor vehicle rules to define legal and illegal usage with sanctions—a mix of penalties and fines—for illegal usage. Second, there are announcements from governments, the police, safety associations, auto insurers, motor vehicle manufactures and the media to alert, educate and motivate behavioural change. Finally, technology comes to the rescue in

an attempt to limit or control the functionality of such devices while in the driving environment.

Lately, the answer to whether or not these fixes are working is increasingly troublesome. For one thing the numbers are disturbing, showing in both British Columbia and Ontario that, instead of diminishing, distracted driving is capturing the top spot— ‘No.1’ killer on the roads— overtaking the traditional jostle between speed, and alcohol and drug impairment.

Experts (people professionally focused on this issue) are also taking pains to point out that the difficulties in determining the exact causative role played by smartphone usage in any given crash, likely make these numbers vastly lower than they really are. (How many drivers involved in a crash would actually volunteer that “oh, by the way, I was texting at the time”?)

There is a widely held view that the problem’s growing intractabili-

ty. Auto manufacturers admit the problem while at the same time, to keep up with the market, build in more distracting gadgetry.

Focusing on the problem, Volkswagen’s praiseworthy antitexting and driving advertisement recently shown in Hong Kong movie theatres has been viewed 19 million times on YouTube.

However, for some of us it’s easier to learn the traffic rules now than to learn how to program, operate and interpret your in-car communications, navigation and audio / visual systems.

We hear that psychologists and neurobiologists are speculating that our steadily increasing exposure to all of these ‘smart’ devices is changing the way we think. Some suggest that our brains are being trained to prefer distraction over focus, quick shifting over steady concentration, disconnection over consolidation, and constant stimulation over calm reflection and repose. (Note: whatever happens,

some of us will still continue to prefer peace and quiet in contrast to an overly caffeinated lifestyle.)

We are told that the part of the human brain that enables sustained focus, long-term planning and creative synthesis may end up neglected and that the social and economic implications of this are profoundly significant. Road Rules can’t help but note that such new ways of ‘thinking’ may be rendering us uniquely unfit for and incapable of sustaining the type of alertness and steady focus necessary for safe driving.

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