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$17.7 million upgrade to Aldergrove border crossing

By KURT LANGMANNAldergrove Star

Th e federal government will invest $17.7 million in a complete overhaul of the buildings and road access to the Aldergrove port of entry.

Th e announcement was made Monday, April 14 at the Aldergrove-Lynden border by Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Steven Blaney and Langley MP Mark Warawa.

Warawa said the decision was the result of “seven to eight years of work to make the Aldergrove crossing, a strategic location, work to its full potential.” Warawa credited the support of partners such as local governments and chambers of commerce on both sides of the border, as well as the B.C. Trucking Association, in making this project a federal priority.

Blaney said the existing and aging Canadian Border Services Agency infrastructure at Aldergrove “would be gone in 18 months,” replaced by new structures that would serve “two new commercial lanes and fi ve travel lanes, with the potential for up to eight in the future.”

Th e project also includes a Nexus lane and a new commercial examination warehouse, all scheduled to open by 2016.

SUBMITTED PHOTOAbby with mini horse Fable participated in the “Bold and Brilliant” program taught by Carla Webb of Empowered By Horses farm in West Abbotsford. Abby is now graduating from the “Heart Centered Leadership Academy” program and her project is helping out a family whose house burned down last year. Story, page 9.

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A $50 million lott ery ticket sold in Langley was still unclaimed as of Monday, April 14, exactly one month aft er it was drawn.

Th e lott ery corporation marked the date by issuing a public appeal for players to check their tickets.

Winners have one year from the draw date pinted on the ticket to claim their prize but “with each passing day the win-ner has been losing potential [bank] inter-est” on their winnings, the writt en state-ment said.

“Our conservative estimate shows the winner could be accruing $2,500 per day [in interest] had they already come for-ward to claim their prize, said Kevin Gass, vice-president of lott ery gaming at the B.C. Lott ery Corporation.

Th e winning ticket holder for the March 14 draw has not contacted BCLC nor validated the ticket at a lott ery retailer, Gass said.

Th e March 14, 2014 LOTT O MAX jackpot win ties the largest prize ever won in B.C.

Th ere are a couple of other major priz-

es that remain unclaimed in B.C.A winning ticket for $333,333.40 sold

in Port Alberni on the same March 14 draw and a $1 million prize on a ticket sold in Aldergrove on the Dec. 13 LOTT O MAX draw also remain unclaimed.

No top lott ery prize won in B.C. has ever gone unclaimed, the corporation said.

Th e largest single prize ever won in Canada was a $54 million Lott o 6/49 jackpot in Alberta in October 2005.

Winning numbers can be found online at bclc.com.

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KURT LANGMANN PHOTOAldergrove farmer Lance Conway points out concerns about the proposed re-design of Hwy. 13 (264 Street) that would cut off access to south Aldergrove farms.

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Blaney also announced a new, third Nexus lane at the Pacific Highway border crossing, open 7 a.m.-12 mid-night, seven days a week.

The Aldergrove border crossing project entails a major re-design of the local roads by the provincial Highways Ministry. Highway 13 would be four lanes and access from Zero Avenue would be eliminated.

The latter plan is an issue for south Aldergrove farmers, as Zero Avenue currently provides farm machinery access to working farms on both sides of the highway.

Lance and Diane Conway own 90 acres of berry farms next to the highway, with 50 acres on the west side of the highway and another 40 acres on the other side.

The highways ministry intends to purchase a right-of-way through Conway’s acreage to create a new road access to the farms on the west side, but those plans would also cut off access for farms on the east side.

“I’m not talking to them about this right-of-way until we resolve the access issue for the farmers here, and it’s not just me, there are other farmers who have the same prob-lem with the proposed plans,” said Lance. “I am meeting with highways again on Wednesday and we are hoping for a resolution.”

KURT LANGMANN PHOTOMinister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Steven Blaney and Langley MP Mark Warawa unveiled plans for a $17.7 million reconstruction of the Aldergrove port of entry on Monday, April 14.

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The decision to upgrade facilities at the Aldergrove border crossing was praised by representatives of the B.C. Trucking Association and Chamber of Commerce, who were present at the funding announcement on Monday.

“As trucking has grown and expanded into the Fraser Valley, so too has demand for

Aldergrove to become a full commercial port,” said Louise Yako, President and CEO, BC Trucking Association. Not only is it a relief valve when other nearby ports become congested, it will play an increasingly important role as development continues eastward. We are extremely pleased that the Government of Canada has listened and

responded to our industry’s calls for facilities and services that will improve the effi-ciency of trans-border truck-ing and support growth in US-Canada trade.”

Kristine Simpson, President, Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce, said, “The Greater Langley Chamber of Commerce is very pleased to participate in

this very significant announce-ment concerning the re-devel-opment of the Aldergrove Port of Entry. The Aldergrove-Lynden crossing is the second busiest U.S.-Canada com-mercial crossing in British Columbia. The importance of this crossing will continue to increase as we see the expect-ed growth in population, eco-nomic activity in the region

and expansion of trade at Port Metro Vancouver. Since 2007 our Chamber, in part-nership with our Member of Parliament Mark Warawa, our City and Township of Langley Councils, the BC Trucking Association, the BC Chamber of Commerce, and our coun-terparts in the City of Surrey, Abbotsford and Washington State, has been communicat-

ing the need for redevelop-ment and increased service capacity at the Aldergrove Port of Entry. We applaud the Minister of Public Safety for recognizing the need for improved infrastructure to facilitate economic growth, improved movement of goods and services, and increased international trade today and into the future.”

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The winning projects of six local students have qualified to participate in the Canada-Wide Science Fair which will be held May 10 to 17 in Windsor, Ontario.

The projects were chosen from the 162 that were on display during the Fraser Valley Regional Science Fair held April 1 to 4 at the Abbotsford campus of University of the Fraser Valley.

The projects repre-sented 24 schools from Abbotsford, Langley, Chilliwack, Maple Ridge and Agassiz, and involved 210 students.

More than 80 awards were handed out at a ceremony on Friday after-noon, and the top recipi-ents advanced to the national competition.

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SUBMITTED PHOTODaniel Kanis and Jonathan Eenkhoorn of Credo Christian School in Langley advance to the National Science Fair with their “Hypertos Operating Sys-tem.”

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The Langley Community Chorus 2014 Spring Concert is titled ‘Songs from The Heart.’

Why not celebrate Mother’s Day by taking your mother to one of the Community Chorus mid-afternoon concerts. The concert features a selection of music for mothers of all ages to enjoy, and the chorus will also salute Canada with

several patriotic songs. The first matinee is at 3 p.m.

on Saturday, May 3 at Willoughby Christian Reformed Church, 20525 - 72 Avenue, Langley.

The Mother’s Day Matinee is at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 11 at United Churches of Langley (Sharon United), 21562 Old Yale Road, Langley.

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Chances are if you were to look for Amy Whitton, you would find her in a pool.

A Grade 12 student at Aldergrove Community Secondary, Whitton has been involved in synchronized swim-ming for seven years, doing team, duet, and solo routines.

This year she is on two teams and trains six days — a total of 27 hours — each week.

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Cleaning doesn’t have to be a chore. Just gather your family and friends, pick your favourite neigh-bourhood, and help Clean Up Langley on Saturday, May 10.

Now in its third year, Clean Up Langley is a community-wide clean-up event that targets vari-ous neighbourhoods with the goal of making the Township an even more beautiful place to live.

Running from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., businesses, community groups, families, and individuals are invited to spend anywhere from 30 min-utes to several hours collecting lit-ter and other waste.

“Earth Day doesn’t have to end on April 22,” said Tess White, solid waste coordinator with the Township of Langley. “We’re hop-ing that more and more residents will see the benefit in volunteering

their time so that our community can really sparkle and shine.”

Last year, more than 300 peo-ple braved the rain and formed 15 groups to clean up the community. Thanks to their efforts, more than one tonne of garbage was cleared away, along with large items includ-ing concrete blocks, rebar, mat-tresses, propane tanks, an old bar-becue, cans of paint, rusty barrels, and tires.

This year, the event was put back a couple of weeks in the hopes of better weather, but the event will be held rain or shine. Registrants can choose to join an existing large group or head out with their own group, armed with supplies pro-vided by the Township of Langley.

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Grove and Fort Langley (meeting start times and locations will be announced shortly).

Clean Up Langley is pre-sented by the Township’s Adopt-A-Program, which encourages residents, schools, organizations, and businesses to help keep local streets, streams, trails, and parks clean.

“We are lucky to live in such a beautiful place, and it is up to all of us to take care of it,” said Township Mayor Jack Froese. “Clean Up Langley Day is a great opportunity to enhance the environment and get to know other caring people in your community. It makes a big difference and is a lot of fun, so we encourage people of all ages to do what they can.”

To take part, visit tol.ca/events by Thursday, May 1 to sign up and receive your Clean Up supplies.

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HARRY HUNT PHOTOMembers of Aldergrove Business Association and Aldergrove Rotary Club pitched in together for a major clean-up of Aldergrove streets on Saturday, April 12. The Langley-wide clean up returns May 10.

HARRY HUNT PHOTOMembers of Aldergrove Business Association and Aldergrove Rotary Club pitched in together for a major clean-up of Aldergrove streets on Saturday, April 12. The Langley-wide clean up returns May 10.

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VICTORIA – Detailed debate on changes to the Agricultural Land Commission got underway in the legislature last week, while protesters played to urban vot-ers outside.

A couple of West Kootenay NDP supporters brought a basket of homegrown veggies down to help East Kootenay MLA Bill Bennett get through the winter on a 100-mile diet.

A group of mostly UBC scientists wrote to Premier Christy Clark, embracing the popular assumption that the changes will automati-cally mean more exclusions of agricultural land, as well as expanded secondary uses in the Cariboo, Kootenay and North zones. Th is “jeopar-dizes species at risk, threat-ens many common species, and will impact many spe-cies prized for hunting,” they wrote.

It makes me wonder if these university botanists and bird experts actually under-stand what farming is. You know, clear-cutt ing a forest and planting largely monocul-ture crops? Using big machin-ery, creating drainage, apply-ing fertilizers, controlling dis-eases, pests and wild animals? Not backyard gardening, real farming of the sort that has fed more people than in all of human history?

Have they heard that the largest cause of deforestation in North America is farming?

Do they imagine habitat loss from subdivisions sprawl-ing across the Cariboo?

Forests Minister Steve Th omson has been pinch-hit-ting for Fort St. John MLA Pat Pimm on the agriculture fi le as Pimm undergoes cancer treat-ment. Th omson took excep-tion when NDP agriculture critic Nicolas Simons asked if he is aware people think the changes are to “neuter the chair of the Agricultural Land Commission.”

Th omson, a former execu-tive director of the Kelowna-based B.C. Agriculture Association, replied that the changes do not reduce the independence of the chair.

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Kelowna-Lake Country MLA Norm Letnick was appointed Friday to replace Pimm as agriculture minis-ter. But this ALC project is Bennett ’s initiative, so I asked him about his changes to the appointment process.

Bennett said the six region-al panels, up to three people each, were set up by then-minister Stan Hagen in 2003 to provide local input. Th at worked well, he said, until Bullock came on the scene and began exercising his dis-cretion not to appoint people recommended by cabinet.

“Th e chair doesn’t like the regional panels,” Bennett told me.

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ince in making decisions. It would be six farmers, because only one person from the regional panel actually sits on the provincial commission.

“He thinks that it’s unwieldy, and he’d rather have the decision-making centralized in Burnaby. But we changed that. We decided as a duly elected government in 2003 that we wanted the regions to have a say on this stuff , so the intention of the legislation, we felt, was actu-ally being defeated, because we hadn’t made it mandatory.”

It will be mandatory soon, and Bullock’s days as commis-sion chair appear to be num-bered.

“Th ere’s no more discre-tion for any future chair to monkey with it,” Bennett added.

One of Bennett ’s key issues is denial of secondary resi-dence construction to keep families on the land in the Interior.

Th e legislation also intro-duces social and economic factors in weighing decisions in the North, Cariboo and Kootenay regions, where in most cases development pres-sure is an urban myth.

Th e main ALC board will still have authority to revisit a local panel decision if the chair deems it inconsistent with the mandate to protect farmland.

Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.

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IRICE: Ingrid Rice’s ViewKodiaks are a class act

Editor: I wanted to express my thoughts regarding the Kodiaks and how

they represented the PJHL and the community of Aldergrove. I was hesitant to write a lett er to the editor since it could appear to

be self-serving and it may not be my place to mention it but, know-ing Kodiaks president Rick Harkins like I do, I’m not sure he would off er up this very fl att ering compliment to the team and the commu-nity. Th e following comments below were contained in a heartfelt email I sent Rick this morning:

Aft er the boys got their silver medals, the gentleman who sang the national anthem came over to us and said the following: “I know that they (Beaver Valley) won but I watched your boys during the pre-sentation of the medals and they were the class of the tournament. I thought it was important to mention the fact that your guys will fondly be remembered for the class they showed.”

In my email to Rick, I stated the following: Th is gentleman’s comments are obviously a fi ne testament of the

image and reputation that your coaches and, more importantly, you and Ingrid instilled upon them. I’m sure you already know this but, I felt the entire team represented the community in a very positive manner. In addition to contributing to furthering the boys hockey skills and careers, the culture that you and your coaches preached goes a long way in molding the young men that they will become later in life. It’s not just about coaching boys in hockey but more im-portantly, in life.

I think you (and Ingrid) and your coaches were very successful in breeding respect, responsibility, and humility amongst the team. Watching them get their medals yesterday, I was disappointed with the end result, saddened by the fact that a few played their last junior game, humility in defeat, but more importantly, happiness in the achievement and accomplishment they experienced all season long and throughout the playoff s. Th e character and poise they showed throughout was truly an inspiration. I think it culminated when they were down three games to one to Richmond, dug deep, and won a gruelling seven-game series.

Garry Rushton, Operations Manager, Aldergrove Community Arena

Two good questionsEditor:Regarding the provincial government’s claims of not raising taxes,

in 2012 the basic exemption was $11,354 and now in 2013 the basic exemption is down to $10,276. Th at means you pay tax on an addi-tional $1,070 in 2013. How is that not a tax increase?

On another matt er, why is BC Hydro still collecting $.06240 per day in a regional transit levy when they have nothing to do with transit, and what is the transit system spending these dollars on? I tried to contact both BC Hydro and TransLink and could not get any answer.

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Crash photo off endsEditor: I would like to start off by saying that, I’m not a reader of your

newspaper but I have read at least one article as of late and I was disgusted by it. Th e article in mention was of the fatal car accident on Gloucester Way on a recent Sunday morning. As a member of the victim’s family, I didn’t need to see it. Granted, I looked at it by choice, but a lot of his friends and other family members who live in your community came across it while reading your paper. Th e pic-ture that you have published does not leave a lot to the imagination and, has devastated quite a few people. Th ese people would never have known exactly how bad the accident was and could have gott en through this tragic experience with the ignorance that should be al-lowed to the loved ones dealing with a death of this nature.

Th e fact that the RCMP wouldn’t let his parents see his car because of the amount of damage, yet you have put it on the internet for everyone to see is upsett ing, to say the least. Th e fact that, one day, when his parents decide to search for the articles published about their only son’s car accident, will come across the picture that is on your website is scary to me. Other newspapers and news websites that have published about this accident have shown the aerial view of the crash and, though also very hard to look at, they don’t slap you in the face with the gruesome fact of what he suff ered in his last mo-ment alive.

Lisa Kent, email(Editor’s note: Th e photo in question was taken and released to the

public by Langley RCMP and published by a number of news outlets.)


HARRY HUNT PHOTOIn preparation for this year’s Extreme Home Repair the Acts of Kindness team has undertaken extensive repairs to a senior woman’s mobile home at 232 Street and Fraser Highway. The work has involved repairs to the home’s outside deck and skirting. The major project will begin May 2 at the Aldergrove home of Pat and Chase Tapper, with the unveiling set for May 19. For information on the project and volunteer opportunities see the website aokaldergrove.org

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Fort Langley is the rich-est and best-educated area of Langley Township, according to a Black Press analysis of new neighbourhood-by-neighbour-hood profiles provided to coun-cil.

The statistics also show that the fastest-growing Township neighbourhood is Willoughby, while the slowest-growing is Brookswood-Fernridge.

The updated statistics were presented in a March 24 memo from the Community Development division to coun-cil.

The raw numbers were to be posted to the Township website at www.tol.ca under “doing busi-ness.”

The figures show that 19 per cent of Fort Langley households reported an annual income of $150,000 or more a year, well above the Township average of 14 per cent, and more than any

other neighbourhood in the community.

Walnut Grove placed second, with 16 per cent of its house-holds making $150,000 or more, while Brookswood-Fernridge and Willoughby tied for third at 14 per cent in the plus-150K cat-egory.

In terms of the exact numbers of households reporting incomes of $150,000 or more, Walnut Grove had the most with 1,435, while Willoughby was second with 930 and Brookswood-Fernridge was third with 645.

Those three neighbourhoods accounted for more than half of all Township households in the highest income category, 3,010 of the 5,165 in the entire com-munity.

On the other end of the income spectrum, Aldergrove had the highest percentage of households making less than $20,000 a year, at 14 per cent, more than the Township average

of 10 per cent.Willoughby had the second

highest percentage of house-holds at the lower end of the income scale with 10 per cent under $20,000, and Murrayville was third at nine per cent.

In terms of the exact numbers reporting less than $20,000 a year in income, Willoughby had the most households in that cat-egory at 700, Walnut Grove was second at 635 and Aldergrove was third with 590.

The community with the smallest percentage and smallest actual number of people in the sub-$20,000 category was Fort Langley, with five per cent or 55 households.

The best educated neighbour-hood was Fort Langley, with 47 per cent possessing a college or university diploma or degree, higher than the overall Township average of 40 per cent.

In terms of housing con-struction, the fastest-growing

neighbourhood was Willoughby, which has added 2,800 new single-family and 2,400 multi-family housing units from 2006 to 2013.

Brookswood-Fernridge had the slowest growth rate, adding 167 single-family homes and seven multi-family units over the same period.

Brookswood-Fernridge has the highest percentage of single-family homes in Langley at vir-tually 100 per cent, with just 15 multi-family units among 4,604, compared to the Township aver-age of 72 per cent.

Willoughby currently has the most housing units of any area of Langley Township at 10,500, 5,900 of them single-family.

Walnut Grove has the second highest number at 8,800 housing units while Brookswood is third at 4.600.

Fort Langley is smallest with 1,400 housing units, 1,200 of them single-family.

The rich and not-so-rich in Langley

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UFV Theatre presents the 19th Annual Directors’ Theatre Festival this month. The five-day festival will run April 23-27 at UFV’s Chilliwack North campus at 45635 Yale Road (at Airport Road) in Chilliwack.

The festival begins on the Wednesday with a series of pre-views and matinees, followed by Thursday’s opening ceremony at 4:30 p.m., and performanc-es continue at various times Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, concluding on Sunday at 11 p.m. Single tickets are at an accessible rate of $5 per show, with packages of four tickets for just $15, or a festival pass valid

for all 21 show slots for $40. The full festival schedule is available at UFV.ca/Theatre. Tickets can be purchased at 604-795-2814, [email protected] or at the box office on the day of the show.

“DFest” is a festival of short plays directed and performed by UFV Theatre students as well as post-secondary students from Capilano University, Simon Fraser University, Thompson Rivers University, Trinity Western University, and UBC Okanagan.

The festival has grown over the last two decades to become the biggest event of its kind in B.C., engaging over 150 students and 4,000 attendees in 2013.

This year, audiences can choose from 21 show slots featuring 40-plus plays, playing multiple times in two performance spaces at UFV’s Chilliwack North cam-pus.

Plays of nearly every theatre genre will be shown, from com-edy to drama and everything in between. While many plays presented have been written by well-known playwrights, some have been devised by student playwrights.

Back by popular demand is the original burlesque com-edy, Mr. Bigg and Tall, written by UFV students Tim Howe and Stephen Wilhite. There will even be staged readings of new plays

written by upper-level English students who are learning play-writing from UFV Associate Professor, John Carroll.

As Festival Curator and UFV faculty member Ian Fenwick says, “The festival is a great opportunity to see and celebrate the work of students from across the province. Audiences can experience more theatre in five days than is possible in an entire year.”

This year’s festival is spon-sored by UFV’s Student Union Society, UFV’s School of Criminology and Centre for Criminal Research, UFV’s Friends of the Theatre, and indi-vidual donors.

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Shannon Baird with Bella Rose from “Life is Good Now Small Dog Adop-tions” came to the Adopt a Pet event at the Alder-grove Bosley’s pet store on Saturday, April 12. April is “Pet Appreciation Month” at Bosley’s by Pet Valu.

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Local projects aiding youth, women and those living in poverty will ben-efit from the United Way of the Fraser Valley grants.

UWFV covers the area from Aldergrove and Mis-sion, east to Boston Bar, and executive director Wayne Green announced almost $100,000 in funds that will go to programs.

The Women’s Resource Society of the Fraser Val-ley received two $13,000 grants, to fund an outreach worker at the Warm Zone, and to provide counseling for women leaving transi-tion houses.

The Cyrus Centre in Ab-botsford received $12,000 for skills development for youth living on the streets. The centre also received $10,000 in funding for an expansion into Chilliwack.

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Over the last few years there has been much media highlighting the problems facing girls. They are being bullied or are bullying others, have high anxiety and low self-esteem, are too-sexualized, not active enough or suffering from eating disorders.

Governments, both provincial and federal, have instituted programs, schools have created policies and everyone wears pink on anti-bullying day — but is it working? Are we see-ing change?

Carla Webb of Empowered By Horses (EBH) has come up with her own solution. She connects girls to horses and, by extension, to their community by developing their inherent leadership skills — skills that successfully deal with many of the issues that girls face.

This spring, five graduates of EBH’s Heart Centered Leadership Academy (HCLA), Abigale, Emily, Molly, Emma, and Hailey, will show-case their strengths and inner cour-age through projects that give back to the community. From organizing donations for a family left homeless from a fire to rescuing horses des-tined for the slaughterhouse, these five girls are making a difference.

Carla Webb, the sole proprietor of Empowered By Horses and lead facilitator of the HCLA, is a former 13-year member of the Vancouver City Police. After working the beat in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside and witnessing the devastating effects of drug addiction she was deter-mined to find a solution that not only

focussed on prevention and educa-tion but empowered youth to make healthier lifestyle choices.

“I do not want to focus on all the messages that tell girls what they can-not do,” said Webb

“I want it so their eyes are not in the back of their head looking at all they’ve done wrong, but looking forward. It’s a perspective shift. Turn them around, 180 degrees, and have them do what they love. Find out what they are passionate about, what their strengths are and how they feel they can be of service to their com-munity.”

HCLA’s graduates speak upBy age 13, Abigale was already a

two-year veteran of being bullied. She credits Carla and the horses for help-ing her learn to stand up for herself.

“I now know there are people there for you and that a close knit of friends is like my own herd of hors-es,” said Abigale.

As a leader in her community Abigale looks to see what resources are needed and then finds them. Her project is helping out a family whose house burned down last year.

“The HCLA helped me see that I am not going to give up [because of bullying] … I am not going to let anybody stand in my way.”

Emily, age 12, says she “used to be afraid of messing up” and was too shy to speak in public.

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made an urn full of cocoa to give to the homeless.

“It’s hard to be homeless”, she said, “they need a treat.”

You’ll find her out there once a month with a warm smile and gener-ous heart. In reflecting on these last six months at the HCLA she says, “[the training] helped me realize I can be who I am.”

The youngest is Molly. At 10 years of age she is taking her leadership skills to the local Sparks (the young-est members of the Girl Guides) to facilitate a craft program.

While Molly is no stranger to

being active in her community — she dances, plays basketball and swims — she feels that one of the main themes of the HCLA is “how you do anything is how you do everything” has increased her sense of responsi-bility. She is more committed now to everything she does including, she says, her homework.

Emma is collecting monies and donations for the food bank. Not too long ago this seemingly shy young woman confessed she said little and just went along with the group. Now she “stands in her power” and can say no.

As for her leadership, this 13-year old finds she has become a role model. The more she says no and takes responsibility for who she is and how she feels, she sees her friends following her lead.

“The HCLA empowers you; encourages you to become a leader,” says Emma.

Hailey speaks with confidence when she describes her experiences with the HCLA.

“It teaches you to love who you are,” she says, “and to live your own life to the fullest.”

This 14-year-old’s project was created out of her love for horses. In appreciation for these equine com-panions, Hailey is encouraging peo-ple to donate to horse rescue organi-zations.

“Horses taught me to just be myself. [They] don’t care what you look like or if you have the nicest hair or the coolest clothes … so why should I?”

When asked if there was one word to describe her experiences over the last six months she says: “empower-ing.”

The Heart Centered Leadership Academy supports young women in becoming thoughtful and commit-ted citizens. It promotes teamwork, compassion, and heart centered lead-ership. For more information on how you can donate to these girl’s proj-ects or become one of the volunteer mentors, call 604-809-3494 or fol-low the link at empoweredbyhorses.com from Horse Programs to Heart Centered Leadership.

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SUBMITTED PHOTOParticipants and mentors at the Empowered By Horses farm during a recent Heart Centered Leadership Academy session.

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A dozen minutes from victory and a gold medal at the Cyclone Taylor Cup provincial junior B hockey championships, the Aldergrove Kodiaks saw their dreams dashed as the Beaver Valley Nitehawks scored four unanswered goals to win 5-2.

The two hockey clubs were playing in the finals on Sunday afternoon at

the Nelson and District Community Complex.

“It was pretty disap-pointing,” said Kodiaks coach Brad Rihela.

“But I couldn’t be more proud of the boys. They gave it everything they had.”

With the victory, the Nitehawks advance to the Western Canadian championships, which run April 17 to 20 at Abbotsford’s MSA Arena.

After a tight-checking first period, Riley Brandt would open the scoring on the Nitehawks first power-play opportu-nity, banging in a Dallas Calvin cross-ice feed to give the Hawk a 1-0 lead.

However, the Kodiaks would reply when Kenny Prato walked in on a 2-on-1 and fired a wrist shot into the top corner at 12:49 to send the game into the third deadlocked

at 1-1.It was a fast-pace

exciting match up, but the Kodiaks gained momen-tum in the second period outshooting the Hawks 10-6. They took the out-right lead at 17:45 of the third on a power-play goal by Jonathon Philley to make it 2-1, before the Nitehawks mounted their comeback.

Braden Fuller would tie it on a Nitehawk power play, wheeling and firing a low shot from the slot that eluded Jordan Liem. Calvin would tie it late, and add an insurance marker at 3:54 finishing a nice 2-on-1 passing play with Fuller.

Mitch Foyle would net another with seconds left on the clock to leave nothing but the celebra-tion.

This was the sec-ond time Beaver Valley beat Aldergrove at the tournament as the two teams played in the opener on Thursday, a 4-1 Nitehawks victory.

Beaver Valley was the Kootenay Junior Hockey League champ while Aldergrove was repre-

senting the Pacific Junior Hockey League.

In the Kodiaks other games, they beat the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League cham-pion Victoria Cougars 4-1 and then edged the host team, the Nelson Leafs 2-1.

The Leafs had played a tough, strong game on Saturday night, but just couldn’t seem to find its offence.

Nelson opened the scoring in the first peri-od when Aaron Dunlap

scored (assisted by Jamie Vlanich).

But the lead was short lived.

Twenty-four sec-onds later, Aldergrove’s Stephen Ryan tied the game. From that moment on the goalies took over.

Nelson’s Brad Rebagliati stopped 19 of the 20 shots he faced, while Aldergrove’s Jordan Liem stopped 26 of 27.

Knowing that a tie would not be enough, Nelson pulled their goalie with just over a minute to

go in the final period.The gamble did not

pay off as with 22 seconds to go, the Kodiak’s Aaron Markin hit the empty net to make the final 2-1.

The win against the Leafs allowed Aldergrove to edge Nelson for second place in the round robin standings and advance to the gold medal final.

Kodiaks captain Kenny Prato and rookie Spencer Unger were tied for the team lead with three points in four games.

Kodiaks take silver in Cyclone Taylor Cup finale

KEVIN MILLS PHOTOAldergrove Kodiaks goaltender Jordan Liem stares down a Beaver Valley Ni-tehawks player during the gold medal game at the Cyclone Taylor Cup junior B provincial hockey championships. The Kodiaks lost 5-2.

KEVIN MILLS PHOTONelson Leafs goaltender Brad Rebagliati keeps his eye on the puck as Alder-grove Kodiaks twins Scott and Spencer McHaffie converge on the net.

HARRY HUNT PHOTOD.W. Poppy Secondary school’s Owen Jenkins (with the ball) in junior boys rugby versus Abbotsford’s W.J. Mouat school at Poppy on Wednesday, April 9.

Poppy’s Jenkins Leads the Charge

Outstanding work by Alder-grove Ambush’s Charndeep Chattu (at left) and team mates has the Ambush headed for the U-17 girls soc-cer Coastal Cup Finals. In this game against Ladner Vipers, Sunday, April 13 at Aldergrove Athletic Park, the Ambush took the semi-final game with a 2-1 score.HARRY HUNT PHOTO

Ambush Headed for Cup Finals!


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The Township of Langley Civic Facility and Operations Centre will be closed for the Easter long weekend on Friday, April 18

and Monday April 21.Wednesday, April 23 | 7 - 9pm

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Monday, April 28 | 7 - 11pmRegular Council Meeting

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Third Annual Clean Up Langley Day Help make Langley sparkle and shine! Take part in the third annual Clean Up Langley Day!

Businesses, community groups, families, and individuals are encouraged to take part in this community-wide cleanup.

Participants can choose to work in a specifi c neighbourhood and everyone who takes part will be provided with the necessary supplies.

Date: Saturday, May 10

Time: 9am - 2pm

Place: Various locations throughout the Township

The event will be held rain or shine. Register at tol.ca to lend a hand.

Engineering Division 604.532.7300 [email protected]

Hall Societies’ WorkshopOur community halls are part of the fabric of our communities. For many years, they have offered us places to meet, learn, celebrate, worship, and keep fit. Through their active service to local communities they link us to our past.

The Township of Langley’s Heritage Advisory Committee is hosting a Hall Societies’ Workshop to create a sourcebook to support the long-term survival of our halls. It will bring together essential information on governance, funding, volunteer engagement, succession planning, tapping into available resources, and building maintenance.

Date: Tuesday, May 6Time: 7 - 9pm (doors open at 6:30 pm)Place: Milner Church HallLocation: 6716 - 216 Street

If you are a director or user of the Township’s community halls, you understand the opportunities and challenges associated with maintaining these precious community assets. Come and share your knowledge and bring stories and photos of your building and the events it has hosted over the years to help inform the sourcebook on your hall’s unique history.

Please RSVP by April 30 to:

Community Development Division 604.533.6154

Community Arbour DayJoin the 12th annual celebration that highlights the importance of trees and the urban forest. An annual Langley Township tradition, Arbour Day is held each year at a different location to showcase the many ways trees contribute to the environment and the wellbeing of the community.

This year the event will be held:

Date: Sunday, April 27Time: 1 - 3pmPlace: Fort Langley Community Park/ Fort Langley Community GardenLocation: St. Andrews Avenue and Nash Street

Community Arbour Day will feature the official opening of the Fort Langley Community Garden, displays and activities, face painting, bucket rides, and a performance by the Langley Fine Arts School jazz band. Trees will also be planted by Township of Langley Council to commemorate past members of the community. Visitors can make a positive contribution to our environment by planting shrubs and flowers in the garden. Funding is being provided by Tree Canada’s Edible Trees Program, and its sponsors Silk, Loblaw, and TELUS.

Registration is not required and the event is free.

For more information, email [email protected].

Parks Design and Development 604.532.7350

Upcycling Art ExhibitionJoin us on Earth Day for a unique eco-art exhibit featuring pieces made by local residents from at least 75 per cent found/recovered materials.

Date: Tuesday April 22Time: 6:30 - 9:30pmLocation: Langley Arts Council GalleryAddress: 20550 Fraser Highway

Refreshments will be served.

For more information visit tol.ca/upcycling.

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Notice of Proposed Disposition of Township LandsNotice 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 sell Township-owned land, the particulars of which are as follows:

Legal Description: Lot 1 DL 317 Gp 2 NWD Plan BCP49549PID: 028-713-834

Civic Address: 7600 Block of Glover Road

Property Description: This vacant lot is 9.8 acres in total with approximately 5.08 acres being developable as shown on the map. The property is zoned P-3 and has an assessed value of $3,843,000.

Consideration: Compensation will be by way of a land exchange, with Trinity Western University transferring ownership of Lot 1 Plan BCP50763 to the Township of Langley. This vacant lot is 5.7 acres in total with all of it being developable land with an assessed value of $4,470,001. This property is also zoned P-3.

Purchaser: Trinity Western University

Nature of Disposition: Fee Simple

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BC High School Basketball All Star Game

Langley Junior Thunder BCJALL Lacrosse

Sun Apr 27 5:00pm vs. Victoria ShamrocksRegular season home opener

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The Langley Events Centre is located at 7888 - 200 StreetFor ticket information, contact Langley Events Centre

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Sat Apr 19 7:00pm vs. Philadelphia WingsLacrosse Feeds Hunger NightSat Apr 26 7:00pm vs. Calgary RoughnecksFinal regular season home game

lease of propertyNotice of Lease of Township PropertyNotice 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 lease the following Township property:

Legal Description: PID: 017-403-677 Pcl 1 Sec 19 Tp 13 NWD Plan LMP704

Civic Addresses: 26700 - 29 Avenue, Aldergrove, BC

Details: This is a lease of an 800 square foot space located within the Aldergrove Kinsmen Community Centre for the operation of a day care.

Tenant: Mary-Ellen Kobayashi

Nature of Disposition: 28 month lease, commencing May 1, 2014 and terminating August 31, 2016

Rent: $20 per square foot or $1,333.33 per month

Scott Thompson Manager, Property Management Department 604.533.6138

Water Main FlushingAs part of our maintenance program, the municipal Water Department will be fl ushing water mains within the dates shown below. Water main fl ushing is weather dependant and we are unable to provide a specifi c date for when it will occur in your area.

As a result of this fl ushing, you may notice changes in water pressure and there may be some discolouration or sediment in the water. This is a temporary condition and is not a health hazard. To avoid inconvenience, please check the water before doing laundry and you may wish to keep water in the refrigerator for drinking and cooking.

Aldergrove, Gloucester, and Salmon River Uplands:February 24 – April 25

Brookswood:March 17 – April 25

Northwest Langley:April 4 – May 8

Murrayville:April 25 – May 30


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Langley Rivermen Junior A Hockey2014-15 Season Ticket offer:

Only $99! Extended until Aug 1, 2014.


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Photo above at left: Aldergrove’s Cole Perrie (in red) slides into home base in bantam baseball action versus Chilliwack at Aldergrove Athletic Park on Saturday, April 12. Photo at right: Close but out, Aldergrove Athletics’ Toby Johnson (at right) runs into the base as Aldergrove Pirates Brendan Dyck tags him out at Aldergrove Athletic Park on Saturday, April 12.

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The Langley Events Centre will again be the home for the annual B.C. Boys and Girls High School Basketball All-Star Games.

They will take place on LEC Centre Court on Sunday, April 20. The girls game will start at 3 p.m. and boys will tip off at 5 p.m.

The games will feature the top

grade 12 boys and girls players in the province as players will take to the floor as high school bas-ketball players for the final time.

The girls’ team will be a coaching rematch from the 2014 BC Secondary School Girls AA Basketball Championship game as winning coach Peter Sprogis from the Windsor Dukes will lead one squad while runner up Anthony Beyrouti from St.

Thomas Aquinas will lead the other.

On the boy’s side, a cham-pionship coach will lead each squad. Rick Lopez, whose Sir Winston Churchill Bulldogs won the 2014 BC High School Boys 4A Basketball Championships, presented by TELUS, will coach one team. On the other side will be Aaron Mitchell who guided the St. Thomas More Knights

to victory in the 2014 BC High School Boys 3A Basketball Championships, presented by TELUS.

Tickets are on sale now via Ticketmaster (www.Ticketmaster.ca) or in person at the LEC Ticket Office.

Tickets for students are $5 and adults are $10, while chil-dren six years and under get in for free.

B.C. high school basketball all stars play here

Youth fall soccer registration open

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Langley United Soccer Association has now opened online registration for girls and boys fall/winter soccer that begins in September.

New players and teams are always welcome. Ages four (born 2010) to 17 and recreational to high performance academy are offered. Age three (born 2011) should con-tact the club for more information.

In addition, there are summer soccer camps for all ages of boys and girls. Parents can get information and register online for all programs at www.langleyunited.com/.

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road closureTemporary Road Closure:65 Avenue at 203 StreetA temporary road closure will be in effect on 65 Avenue between 203 Street and the Civic Facility at 20338 - 65 Avenue on Thursday, April 24, from 7am to 4pm.

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public noticeHelp Protect Township Trees and WildlifeThe Township of Langley is home to beautiful scenery, natural landscapes, and wildlife habitat.

Regulations relating to the protection of trees in the Township are contained in the Subdivision and Development Control Bylaw. The Bylaw applies to all signifi cant trees located on non-Agricultural Land Reserve land where a development application has been submitted. It also provides for the retention, protection, and replacement of trees as part of development approval processes.

This is a particularly important time of year to protect our trees. The Federal Migratory Birds Convention Act, Federal Species at Risk Act, and the Provincial Wildlife Act advise that tree cutting should be avoided during the breeding bird nesting season unless a bird nesting survey has been completed by a qualifi ed professional. As well, under the Migratory Birds Convention Act, no one can disturb, destroy, or take a nest, egg, nest shelter, eider duck shelter, or duck box of a migratory bird.

Site clearing is generally not permitted between March and August, according to the Provincial Wildlife Act and International Migratory Bird Convention Act. Clearing during this period requires specifi c approval from the Ministry of Environment or the Department of Fisheries and Oceans.

The Township of Langley does not administer this process; however, the Provincial Wildlife Act is enforced by the Ministry of Environment’s Conservation Offi cer Service.

Anyone who witnesses a violation is asked to call the Ministry of Environment’s Report All Poachers and Polluters toll-free hotline at 1.877.952.7277 (RAPP). Violation reports can also be made on the Ministry’s website at env.gov.bc.ca/cos/rapp/form.htm.

Keep our environment healthy. Help protect our trees and animals.

Report All Poachers and Polluters Hotline 1.877.952.7277 (RAPP)

employment opportunityFirefi ghters Wanted: New Online Application Process

The Township of Langley Fire Department is currently accepting online applications for paid-call fi refi ghter positions in our Aldergrove, Brookswood, Fort Langley, Murrayville, Otter, and Walnut Grove Fire Halls.Applicants must be current residents of Langley Township.If you are a motivated individual, physically fi t, and over 19 years of age, you may have a future in fi refi ghting. Candidates must attach a current CPAT Certifi cation, Driver’s Abstract, and proof of high school graduation or equivalency with their online application.For more information or to apply, visit our website at tol.ca.Applications will no longer be accepted in person.

An information meeting will be held Wednesday, April 30, at Fire Hall 6,22170 - 50 Avenue, from 7pm to 9pm. Registration is not required.Please note:

• Only applicants receiving interviews will be contacted.• We thank you in advance for your online application.• Those short-listed will be requested to provide a recent work

reference from a non-family member. Present employer and previous fi re departments are preferred references.

Township Fire Department 604.532.7500


BOAZ JOSEPH PHOTOAn in-camera multiple-exposure of Jack Preece of Studio One Dance Centre in Aldergrove during a performance in the Solo Hip Hop/Street Dance category (age 13) on April 12 in the third weekend of the Surrey Festival of Dance at the Surrey Arts Centre. The festival continues until April 29 (with the exception of the Easter weekend), with a final awards show on May 10. No alterations to the content of this image were made on a computer.

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Start Smart for Small Business - Aldergrove Library, Tuesday, April 22, 2-4 p.m. Have you ever thought about working for your-self? Come to this free program to learn the basics of starting a small business. Join a represen-tative from Small Business BC for an informative two-hour session. Dahlia Tuber Sale - Saturday, April 19, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at George Preston Rec Centre, 20699 - 42 Ave., Langley. Fraser Valley Dahlia Society members will have hun-dreds of varieties available and advice too. Dahlia Show set for Sept. 20-21. Info: www.fraserval-leydahliasociety.comDivas: Vaudeville Meets Vegas - starring Bonnie Kilroe, Sunday, June 22 at the Cascades Casino Summit Theatre, Langley. Tickets $32.50 (plus facility fee and ser-vice charges) from Casino Guest Services. Charge by phone at 604-530-2211 or online at www.ticketweb.ca/. Mount Lehman Garden Club - meets Thursday, April 17, 7 p.m. in Mount Lehman Community Hall, 6418 Mount Lehman Road. The speaker this month is Dan Traylor of Homestead Nurseries talking about roses. Visitors are welcome. Info: call Yvonne at 604-856-0313.Ukrainian Soul Food – Pero-gies, cabbage rolls and borsch available Friday, April 25 at a fundraiser from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 - 108 Ave., Surrey. Eat-in, take away, or ready for your freezer. Info: 604-560-0152 or 604-581-0313. Spring Art Show - Murrayville Library Art Club features 28 paintings in acrylics, oil and wa-tercolour. Runs April 3-30 at Mur-rayville Library, 22071 - 48 Ave., Langley. Info: 604-533-0339.The Drawer Boy – Surrey Little Theatre’s spring play, written by Michael Healey and directed by June Ainsworth, at 7027 - 184 Street, from April 17 to May 17 on Thursdays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., with three Sunday matinees

on April 27, May 4 and May 11 at 2 p.m. For reservations call 604-576-8451; email [email protected]; or go to www.brownpapertickets.com. Visit www.surreylittletheatre.com for info.Light Sensitive - Langley Players spring production, written by Jim Geoghan and directed by Angela Bell, is a bittersweet comedy in which love conquers all. It runs Thursdays to Sundays from April 17-May 17 at Langley Playhouse, 4307 - 200 St. Show times are 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Satur-day, with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. For reservations call 604-534-7469. Visit www.langley-players.com for info.Langley Art Tour - registration is open. Organisers of the 6th an-nual Langley art studio tour is now issuing a call to all artists to join on Sept. 20-21 and 27-28. Artists who do not have their own studio can be placed with those who have. Info and registration forms visit their website at lang-leyartstudiotour.ca or email [email protected] Bridge - every Friday except second Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3015 - 273 St.Newcomers welcome. Cost $2. Info: 604-607-0504.TOPS – Take Off Pounds Sensibly, a non profit weight loss support group, meets Monday night in Aldergrove. Info: Susan at 604-856-1138. Seniors Fitness Exercises - with qualified instructor, every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at the Al-dergrove OAP Hall, 3015 - 273 Street. Cost is $6 per week.The Fab Fourever - Canada’s premiere tribute to The Beatles, Thursday, April 24 at the Coast Capital Playhouse, 1532 John-ston Rd, White Rock. Tickets $42.50 (plus facility fee and ser-vice charges) at the Coast Capi-tal Playhouse Box Office. Charge by phone at 604-536-7535 or online: www.whiterockplayers.ca

Aldergrove Toastmasters - meets every Monday, 7 p.m. at Aldergrove Community Second-ary School in room 125. Boost your self confidence; become a better speaker and have fun. Info: Vicki Austad, 604-856-5970.Volunteer Drivers Needed - to help seniors. No special insur-ance needed. Kilometres reim-bursed. Call Janice at 604-530-3020 Ext 302.Seniors Carpet Bowling - every Thursday afternoon, 1:30 p.m. at the Aldergrove OAP Hall, 3025 - 273 Street. Cost is $1 per week.Square Dance Classes - Sun-days at 12:30 p.m. at the Alder-grove OAP Hall, Fraser Hwy. at 273 Street. Singles and couples welcome, free admission, first three dances no experience. Info: call Tyler, 604-590-9039.Aldergrove Art Club - join our friendly group every Wednesday from 1-4 p.m. at the OAP Hall, 3015 - 273 St., Aldergrove. Info: Laurie at 604-856-6990 or Sheila at 604-539-0225.People in Pain Network - non-profit organization which assists people living with all types of chronic pain. A new, free Fra-ser Valley support group begins this September at Aldergrove’s Seventh-Day Adventist Church, on the third Tuesday each month from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon at 26245 - 28 Ave., Aldergrove. Info: Dick via e-mail at [email protected], or 604-928-0486.Aldergrove ESL Classes - Free English as Second Language classes every Tuesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at St. Dunstans Angli-can Church, 3025 - 264 Street, Aldergrove. All are welcome.Knitting Circle - at Aldergrove Library. Feeling at loose ends? Why not gather up your materials and join other adult knitters who are open to learning and sharing ideas. Bring your current needle-craft project with you. Aldergrove Library is located at 26770 - 29 Ave., info: 604-856-6415.

Corb Lund - with guests Harlan Pepper, Thursday, May 8 at Chilli-wack Cultural Centre, 9201 Cor-bould St. Tickets $37.50 (plus facility fee and service charges) at the Centre Box Office. Charge by phone at 604-391-7469 or online at www.chilliwackcultural-centre.caClassics Book Club - Join the lively discussion at this new book club and get acquainted with the great books of world literature. Meets on the first Wednesday of every month, 7 p.m. at Murray-ville Library. Coffee provided.Fort Langley Library Knitting Circle - Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m. Drop-in. Bring your knitting to the library and enjoy the companion-ship of working with others on your project. Beginners welcome. Info: www.fvrl.bc.ca Fraser Health Crisis Line - re-cruiting volunteers to provide as-sistance to people who are expe-riencing emotional distress. No previous experience is needed as extensive training and ongoing support is provided. Visit website www.options.bc.ca and follow the link for the Crisis Line. Brit Floyd - Discovery World Tour of Pink Floyd tribute band, Sun-day, June 8, 8 p.m. at Abbotsford Entertainment & Sports Cen-tre. Tickets (incl. GST) $37.25, $47.25, $67.25 (Plus FMF and service charges), available at: abbotsfordcentre.ca, AESC Box Office, all Ticketmaster Outlets or by phone 1-855-985-5000.Post Abortion Healing Services - If you are interested in post abortion healing support, please contact Tanya at Your Pregnancy Options, Aldergrove - [email protected], 604-856-9151, www.yourpregnancyo-ptions.caLangley Amateur Radio Asso-ciation — meets first Thursday of month at 7 p.m. at Brookswood Firehall #5, 20355 32nd Ave., Langley. Coffee and sweets pro-vided. Info, email: Don [email protected]

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Spring has sprung, turning thoughts to nature and the upcoming Earth Day celebrations. As residents start think-ing about what they can do on April 22 to make a difference through initia-tives such as setting up a household compost-ing system or installing a low-flow showerhead, the Township of Langley encourages them to treat every day like Earth Day.

A leader in envi-ronmental sustainabil-ity and conservation, the Township features ongoing green initia-tives throughout the year

and leads by example with a variety of pro-grams that stem from its Sustainability Charter. A high-level policy, the Charter guides the municipality towards an environmentally, eco-nomically, culturally, and socially sustainable future. It provides direc-tion on everything from water conservation and farmland preservation, to the creation of compact, mixed-use neighbour-hoods and leisure oppor-tunities.

The Township is also striving to make a formal commitment to respon-sible planning and land use decisions by build-

ing energy conservation and climate protection into its proposed Official Community Plan.

“Writing these poli-cies into the OCP is the most significant step a local government can take in protecting the environment,” said Energy and Solid Waste Manager Ryan Schmidt. “It makes it the law.”

The Township’s own Civic Facility has the honour of being Canada’s first municipal hall build-ing to be LEED-CI certified at the Silver level. The LEED Green Building Rating system is the benchmark of green building innovation and

excellence in Canada and the United States, and promotes a whole-build-ing approach to sustain-ability. The Civic Facility raises the bar when it comes to sustainable site development, water sav-ings, energy efficiency, material selection, and indoor environmental quality.

Enhanced energy-efficient development is also encouraged through the Township’s Green Building Permit Rebate Program. One of the first of its kind in the province, this ground-breaking initiative offers developers partial rebates on building permit fees with the construction of above-code energy effi-cient homes.

The Township makes recycling engaging and even fun with initiatives such as the Zero Waste program at the Langley Events Centre. This comprehensive program encourages visitors to recycle everything from bottles and containers to paper and food scraps by making the process acces-sible and user-friendly.

Committed to reduc-ing energy use and green-house gas emissions, the Township has installed five level 2 electric vehi-cle charging stations at the Civic Facility and at community recreation centres. A level 3 DC Fast Charger, which has been installed at the Langley Events Centre, will be available to the public by

Earth Day. The DC Fast Charger is capable of pro-viding electric vehicles with a complete recharge within 30 minutes, as opposed to the usual four to eight hours of the Level 2 chargers.

The Township has several upcoming green initiatives. The Upcycling Art Exhibit at the Langley Arts Council Gallery is a great way to celebrate Earth Day. Open to the public from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 22, this free exhibit displays the results of the Township’s second annual Upcycling Design Challenge. Once consid-ered trash, these unique and creatively reused items are turned into treasure, reminding us to reconsider what we are tossing into the trash.

The annual Community Arbour Day event is happening at Fort Langley Community Park on Sunday, April 27 from 1 to 3 p.m. This year the celebration of trees will feature the official opening of the new Fort Langley Community Garden, where all are invited to enjoy a vari-ety of free activities and entertainment. Guests can plant fruit shrubs,

tour the facility, take bucket rides, participate in interactive environ-mental displays and chat with master gardeners while enjoying live music from the Langley Fine Arts School Jazz Band.

Clean-Up Langley Day is on Saturday, May 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. This third annual com-munity-wide cleanup event is open to business-es, community groups, families, and all individu-als. Last year, Township residents cleaned up over 1,000 kg of litter on Clean Up Langley Day. Those wishing to participate are asked to register on the Township of Langley website at tol.ca/events by May 1.

During the first week of June, residents are challenged to join Township employees in leaving their cars at home for the Canada-wide Commuter Challenge. This friendly competition between Canadian cit-ies and workplaces pro-motes active and sustain-able transportation - not to mention great prizes! Register at commuter-challengebc.ca.

For more information on Township events and initiatives, visit tol.ca.

Let’s make every day ‘Earth Day’ in Langley Township

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RONA CLANCY-BREWIN PHOTORyan Schmidt encourages Township of Langley residents to make every day Earth Day.

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Merv DickeyFought a good fi ght, but the

cancer fi nally won and he died peacefully in the Palliative Care Unit at Abbotsford Hospital on Saturday, April 12th at the age of sixty-nine.

We have so many people to thank: Avenue Farm Machinery who were such a generous employer; Dr Robert Winston - Oncologist; Barb and all the ‘girls’ in the chemo room; The Emergency Dept. doctor and nurses and, for the fi nal two weeks of his life, Dr. Steve Mitchinson and the most wonderful group of nurses imaginable.

Each of you played a huge part in our lives over the four years of his illness and to each we say: Thank-you, we love you and are forever grateful.

Beryl, Krista & Kevin, Robin & Elizabeth, Isaac, Micah and Anna

Aldergrove

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Aldergrove, BC, V4W 3L6

Langley 101-20316 56 Avenue

Langley, BC, V3A 3Y7

Visit our centre today or check us out online at aviaemployment.ca

Free Employment Services for job-seekers and employers

Services employers

FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIANLangley, BC

Chamco is searching for a quali ed Field Service Technician to join our Service Department in Langley.

This position will provide technical support services to Chamco customers through the installation, commissioning, maintenance and repair of pumps and/or compressors. An opportunity exists for a quali ed individual with previous experience providing technical eld services to customers.

Experience in maintaining lubricated screw compressors; desiccant and refrigerated dryers as well as industrial pumps (verticals, horizontals, and re pumps) are required.

Reasonable travel into the eld is required as is the need to be on call at times. A CLASS 5 BC driver’s license is essential.

Covering letters and resumes should be sent as follows:

Chamco IndustriesEmail: [email protected]

Fax: 604-626-0085www.Chamco.com

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

4 FUNERAL HOMES

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5 IN MEMORIAM

LECHNER, Edwin (Ed)Jan 21, 1943 - Feb 28, 2014

Died suddenly at home with his boots on. A popular horseman, mechanic, sportsman, and friend to everyone he met. Ed was predeceased by his father George, mother Susan, brother George, and his ex wife Carol. He is survived by his wife Bonnie Taylor, his daughters Cheri Cooper & Tracy Lechner as well as his 4 grandchildren Natasha Cooper, Chelsea Cooper, Chantelle Campbell, and Cole Campbell. The family invites friends to a celebration of his life to be held at the farm on April 27th from noon til 4:00PM.

7 OBITUARIES


7 OBITUARIES

GIBSON, Donald KeithWith heavy hearts we announce the passing of Donald Keith Gibson who passed away on April 5, 2014.He spent the last 5 years living at Dunn Lake, Barriere, British Columbia. He was a resident of Aldergrove, BC. Fondly remembered by his wife and best friend Sandra; daughter, Maureen (Dan) Armstrong; Grandchildren, Kris, Erin (Ryan) and Ryan; three great grandchildren; brother, Albert; daughter-in-law, Brenda: Geraldine, John, Benita, many nieces and nephews and special friends.Predeceased by his son, Donald; parents, Bert and Annie; sisters, Audrey and Grace ; brother, Ernie; father-in-law, Eugene. Each of us left behind have our own special memories. Hold them dear for it is in memories that the spirit of life goes on. Memorial Service to be held at 1pm on Thursday, April 24, 2014 at The Royal Canadian Legion

Branch #26526607 Fraser Highway,

Aldergrove, BC.


7 OBITUARIES

ROBERTSONRobert Duane (Robbie)

1937 - 2014

Sadly, on March 20th, 2014 surrounded with the love of his family Robbie lost a lifetime battle with multiple health is-sues at ARHCC. He never lost his smile, his love and concern for family, extended family and friends or his passion for play-ing guitars, song writing, sing-ing and wood carving. He is predeceased by parents Ed and Barbara, siblings Archie, Jennie, Malcolm, Edward and David. He will be forever in the hearts of his wife of 52 years Dianne, daughter Alison, son Kenneth (Emma), grandchil-dren Eleasha (Ryley), Marisa (Dave), Clayton, Martina, Terra and Kylie, great grand-children Cole, Zaden and Emily, sister Jessie (Jack) Taylor and many more extend-ed family and friends. We are thankful for all the compas-sionate care he received in his fi nal days. A Celebration of Life will be held in the sum-mer.

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

21 COMING EVENTS

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• Child under 5 Free • Family $12 (2 adults & up to 3 kids)

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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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114 DRIVERS/COURIER/TRUCKING

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• Guaranteed 40hr. WorkWeek & Overtime

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HIGHWAYOWNER OPERATORS$3500 SIGNING BONUS

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We offer above average rates and an excellent employee

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115 EDUCATION

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115 EDUCATION

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130 HELP WANTED

Concrete Finishers & Form Setters. Edmonton based company seeks experienced concrete fi nishers and form setters for work in Edmonton and Northern Alberta. Subsistence and accommodations provided for out of town work;[email protected]. Fax 780-444-9165.

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Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities

Up To $400 CASH DailyF/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring /

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Production Position

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Apply by fax 604-854-1718 or email: careers@

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110 CAREER SERVICES/JOB SEARCH


156 SALES

APPOINTMENT SETTERSrequired for B2B Inside Sales

Specialist role.F/T outbound calling in Morgan Crossing area of Surrey. Apply:www.grouphealth.ca/joinus/

158 SHIPPING/RECEIVING

SHIPPER/RECEIVER Langley warehouse. Forklift certifi ed & ability to lift 55 lbs. a must. Email resume/salary expectations to: eclark@ foodsupplies.ca. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

160 TRADES, TECHNICAL

CABINETRY/MILLWORK FOREMAN

Mi-tec Millwork & Cabinetryhas an opportunity for a qualifi ed Shop Foreman.Minimum 5 years’ experi-ence supervising a team of 5 or more cabinet makers.

Please email [email protected] for

further detailsSee us at www.mi-tec.com

The Surrey School District has an opening for the

following positions:

Custodian (Spare Board)Service Operations Dept

For more information about these opportunities please go to

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171 ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

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BUSINESS SERVICES ................... 203-387

PETS & LIVESTOCK ...................... 453-483

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE........... 503-587

REAL ESTATE ............................... 603-696

RENTALS ...................................... 703-757

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This nicely updated rancher has everything you’re looking for in a home. From three well appointed bedrooms, to beautiful designer kitchen and bathrooms. This one has the upgrades that are sure to impress plus RV parking and a loft rec-room. Call Verne Stel today for more details 604-857-1100.

2457 271A Street $529,900

THE PERFECT RANCHER WITH LOFT IN ALDERGROVETHE PERFECT RANCHER WITH LOFT IN ALDERGROVE

23017 72 Avenue, Langley$990,000

Yes indeed this home and shop are in a class by themselves. This 5000 plus sq. foot home plus 33 x 50 shop on over an acre are sure to wow. From 7 bdrms and 3 baths, to a gourmet kitchen with gleaming hardwood fl oors this one is sure to impress. Plus all the room you need for parking. Thinking of a home based business this is the spot. Too much to list, call today and see it for yourself. Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing, 604-857-1100

NICELY APPOINTED EXECUTIVE HOME WITH NICELY APPOINTED EXECUTIVE HOME WITH A HUGE SHOP ON A QUIET ACREAGE.A HUGE SHOP ON A QUIET ACREAGE.

Here is the perfect home for your retirement. This end unit townhome in a gated community has the master on the main and two extra spacious bedrooms up, in popular Elwood Estates. You will love this layout with its bright, spacious, open plan which includes vaulted ceilings all freshly painted. This 19+ complex is the perfect place to call home. Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing. 604-857-1100.

Yes just as I said....NO STRATA. Ever wanted to own but dislike the thought of strata fees? Well here is the place for you and your family to take advantage of townhouse style living without strata fees. This two storey end unit located across from a beautiful park is sure to impress. With its beautiful fi nishes and well apportioned rooms you will love it from top to bottom. Includes maple cabinets, granite counters, and tile backsplash as well as a cozy dinning, and living areas. Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing. 604-857-1100.

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ALMOST NEW 1/2 DUPLEX WITH NO STRATA IN CLOVERDALEALMOST NEW 1/2 DUPLEX WITH NO STRATA IN CLOVERDALE

Just as the title says. This executive home located in upper Murrayville has it all. A beautiful offi ce for your home based business plus room for a suite...on top of all this you get 4 generous sized bedrooms, a luxurious master ensuite, a huge kitchen for your families chef, and room for entertaining. All located in Upper Murrayville near schools, shopping, rec centers and golf courses. First time offered, don’t pass it by. Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing. 604-857-1100.

5071 224 Street, Langley $719,000

OUTSTANDING MURRAYVILLE FAMILY HOME WITH ROOM FOR THE INLAWSOUTSTANDING MURRAYVILLE FAMILY HOME WITH ROOM FOR THE INLAWS

The Perfect End Unit. Are you looking for a unit in a great complex but need some privacy. This is it. This meticulous end unity has what you are looking or including 3 spacious bedrooms, gleaming hardwood fl oors, recently done roof, 2 gas fi replaces, lots of parking, and a huge master bedroom, private south facing back yard and walking distance to everything. All in a very well managed complex. You don’t want to miss out. Call Verne Stel today and book your private showing. 604-857-1100.

#76 8716 Walnut Grove Drive

SOUTH FACING, END UNIT TOWNHOUSE IN THE HEART OF WALNUT GROVESOUTH FACING, END UNIT TOWNHOUSE IN THE HEART OF WALNUT GROVE

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PERSONAL SERVICES

182 FINANCIAL SERVICES

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB.

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IF YOU own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Cred-it / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

188 LEGAL SERVICESCRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, educa-tion, professional, certifi cation, adoption property rental opportu-nities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

203 ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

Unfi led Tax Returns? Unreported Income? Avoid Prosecution and Penalties. Call a Tax Attorney First! 855-668-8089 (Mon-Fri 9-6 ET)

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

281 GARDENING.Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).

GARDEN TOPSOIL $20 per yard. Mushroom manure $10/yard. Deliv-ery available with 5 yard dump trail-er. 604-768-7571, 604-856-4255.

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTSGutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

287 HOME IMPROVEMENTSA SEMI-RETIRED CONTRACTOR. European trained. Specializing in Reno’s. Local refs. Reasonable Rates. Call 604-532-1710

320 MOVING & STORAGE

.Brothers Moving -604-720-0931

GET the BEST for your MOVING. We are Licensed & Insured, 24/7, Senior Discount .778-773-3737

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates.Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

TONY’’S PAINTING

Northstar Painting Ltd.- The Residential Specialists. BIG jobs, Small jobs - We do it all! Interior and Exterior Projects. Master Painters at Students Rates. WCB Safe, Reliable, Effi cient & Quality Paint. 778.245.9069

www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland

604.996.8128 Fraser ValleyRunning this ad for 10yrs

PAINT SPECIAL3 rooms for $299,

2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls

Cloverdale Premium quality paint.NO PAYMENT until Job is

completed. Ask us about ourLaminate Flooring &

Maid Services.

338 PLUMBING

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fi tter. Aman: 778-895-2005

341 PRESSURE WASHING

POWER WASHINGGUTTER CLEANING

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE Call Ian 604-724-6373

POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

.A East West Roofi ng & Siding Co. Repairs, new roofs, torching, gutter services. 10% off. 604-783-6437

356 RUBBISH REMOVAL

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

PETS

477 PETS

BLACK LAB cross puppies 5 available. Family raised $400. Ph (604)819-5054 ChilliwackCATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are

spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at

fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $475. 604-794-5844

Entlebucher pups, short-hair, family raised, gentle, vet checked, 1st shots, dewormed. $900 each. 604-795-7662.

ITALIAN MASTIFF(Cane Corso)

P/B blue males & females.Ready to go. 1st shots &

tails/dew claws done. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIANPet homes. $1000. 604-308-5665

PETS

477 PETSLAB PUPPIES. Born Valentines Day. Chocolate, golden, black. 8 weeks. Only 5 sweeties left. $600. Norm 604-814-0706

MULTI POO miniature black brown apricot 4-5lbs Hypo allerg, exc fami-ly pet vet cert $1075. 604-341-1445

MUST LOVE DOGS!!!Fostering and adoption needed for medium - large dogs. Bring a loved one home today! Call 604.583.4237http://homeatlastdogrescuebc.ca

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604-856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

PITTBULL Puppies - Purebred. Born March 7th. Great bloodlines.$750-$1500. Call 604-761-6575.

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

509 AUCTIONS

CHILLIWACK Consignment

AuctionFarm Equipment at

Heritage Park Fairgrounds

Sat . April 26 9am start

* Tractors * All Types Of Farm Equipment

* Farm Trucks

I. Paton & Associates LtdCell: 604-644-3497

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560 MISC. FOR SALE

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

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STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

809 AUTO ACCESSORIES/PARTS

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REAL ESTATE

603 ACREAGE

HORSE PROPERTY WANTED

Require 4 - 30 acres; fenced; barn with stalls to accom 6-9 horses; dry land / no creeks;

indoor riding ring; house in good condition, 4+ bdrms. Call: John Wojnarowski Royal LePage

Northstar Realty (604)838-2331www.homeandacreage.ca

PS: My purchasers areready, willing & able to act today

on this type of property.

609 APARTMENT/CONDOS$597000 / 2br - 1180ft² Gorgeous Ocean view condo 704-1473 John-ston Road White Rock Unsur-passed fi nishing’s in this chic West coast architecturally Bosa designed condo. A view that will take your breath away. Motivated sellers. Will consider trade.Call today for your private viewing Jody Blizard Home-life Benchmark Realty,604-356-9811

627 HOMES WANTEDWe Buy Homes BC

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633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

New SRI *1296 sq/ft Double wide $93,888. *New SRI 14’ wide

$67,888. Repossessed mobile homes, manufactured homes & modulars. Chuck 604-830-1960.

696 OTHER AREAS20 Acres. $0 Down, Only $119/mo. Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Near El Paso, Texas. Beautiful Mountain Views! Money Back Guarantee. Call 866-882-5263 Ext. 81www.sunsetranches.net

RENTALS

700 RENT TO OWNSTOP RENTING! RENT TO OWN!No Qualifi cations! Flexible Terms!CLOVERDALE - 60th and 176th

Spacious 1 Bedroom Condo.Only $880/mo. Option Fee Req’d

604-657-9422

706 APARTMENT/CONDOALDERGROVE. Central loc. 1 bdrm apt. $725 incl w/d & cable. Refs & credit chk. Avail now 778-549-3852


RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDOALDERGROVE: Clean, quiet, suites avail on Fraser Highway Bachelor Suite @ $620/mo and 1 Bdrm @ $670/mo (incl heat and hot water). Call David @ 604.328.4461

Linwood Place Apts: 604-530-6555Maple Manor Apts: 604-534-01081 & 2 bdrm apts, $650-$900/mo.Ask about our Move-In BONUS.

736 HOMES FOR RENT

ALDERGROVE. 1 Bdrm home, 4 appls, clean, fncd yard, pet friendly, N/S Avail now $1000 604-856-1515

ALDERGROVE 3 bdrm house, cls to amen. shopping, bus, schools. Avail May 1st. 778-668-0500

741 OFFICE/RETAILALDERGROVE: Newly reno 600 sqft offi ce, retail, unique studio-like storefront space on Fraser Hwy. Negot. terms. David 604-328-4461

750 SUITES, LOWER264th/Hwy 1, nr Highstreet Mall. 2 bdrm g/l. $1000 incl. utils incl.Ns/np. Avail now. 604-856-7554

ALDERGROVE 2 Bdrm ste. Close to all schools. N/P, N/S. Avl May 1. Call: (604) 897-1598 or 217-5702

ALDERGROVE-Brand new 2 Bdrm bsmt suite. Granite. W/D, D/W, Cls to amens. $950/mo inc. util. n/p, n/s. 604-856-9347 / 778-552-6819

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810 AUTO FINANCING

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVALSCRAP CARS & METALS - CA$H for CARS Up to $300. No Wheels - No Problem! Friendly & Professional Service. Servicing the Fraser Valley 1-855-771-2855

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVALMinimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

TRANSPORTATION

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.We pay Up To $500 CA$H

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859 UTILITY TRAILERS

2009 WELLSCARGO TRAILERSW8, 5ft. x 8ft. Black w/ wood fl r.ONLY USED 3 TIMES for

catering events.Bought brand new off lot. No accidents. Mint Cond. $3200obo. 604-488-9161 South Surrey

MARINE

912 BOATS


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26641 FRASER HWY, ALDERGROVE • 604-857-1100

I I LIVELIVE in Aldergrove. I in Aldergrove. I SELLSELL in Aldergrove. in Aldergrove. Call the Aldergrove specialist...

Ready to move, when you are.

I’ll turn things upside down I’ll turn things upside down just to get you the right property!just to get you the right property! Call Dan today 604-857-1100! Call Dan today 604-857-1100!

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6705 SATCHELL RD $1,400,000

BRADNER ASSEMBLY ZONED PROPERTY

Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100

9000 sq ft 20 room care facility on 2.5 acre parcel already subdivided into two lots. City water, with septic treatment facility, generator, gov’t approved site perfect for an extension of church or associated assemble use. Quick possession possible.

27691 DOWNES ROAD $1,800,000

26 ACRES

All cleared and In Hay land - over 430 feet of frontage. Older farm house on property plus 40 x 80 real shop and 80’ x 108’ cattle/hay barn - good driveways 3 phase power, city water, natural gas... Got Big Trucks? Bring em over! This is a well cared for property, ready to farm - no clearing to do.


LISTINGS LISTINGS WANTED WANTED ANY ANY SIZE SIZE ANY ANY PRICE PRICE ANY ANY CONDITION CONDITION

I work with the most-dedicated real estate team in the business and provide my clients with the most effective ways to buy and sell their homes. When you make the choice to have Dan Flokstra handle your real estate needs, you make the choice for peace of mind and solid results.



2211-256 STREET $900,000

4.4 ACRESThis is the one you have been waiting for. A large over 3000 sq ft bsmt home on a private lot close to every-thing. This home has lots of room from the great kitchen area to a family room on the main fl oor and a large master bedroom plus a fully fi nished bsmt with wet bar and large patio and sundeck. Home has a newer roof and a small barn. Bring the fam-ily and bring the critters, this is your new home.Call Dan Flokstra 604-857-1100

20691-46A AVENUE, LANGLEY $875,000

RANCHER WALK OUT BASEMENT This is the one you’ve been wait-ing for, 1800 sq ft with a view of Langley City on a 1/3 acre lot. With back yard access and a workshop to boot could have suites for income or help.This is a custom built home with all the features and 9’ ceilings as well not a drive by, neat and clean or spotless is a better word to describe this one. Have it all in a great location of the city.Building a hot rod…bring it here.

NEW NEW LISTING! LISTING!


26489- FRASER HWY $ 400,000

1/4 acre lot right between commercial zoned property and a township parkland. Property has a frontage access road so you are not right on Fraser Hwy. Make an off er – small home is in reasonable shape.

1/4 ACRE DUPLEX LOT


5568-201A STREET $159,900

One bedroom condo in a smaller building very good 800 sq ft fl oor plan. 19 + and bring your pet and your BBQ to this unit and live good.Large deck and the gas fi replace is included in low maintenance fees. Check this one out.

MICHAUD GARDENS


#44-26892-FRASER HWY $79,900

Completely redone 2 bedroom modular home in Alder-grove For Sale here quick possession possible. This has new everything and all you have to do is move in it even has a work shop in the back yard. Cute cozy and clean this is one worth looking into, you even have your own yard here.

COMPLETELY REDONE!


27358 32ND AVENUE $175,000

2 bedroom and den with 2 patios right by the greenbelt this unit has been completely updated and new carpet. all new paint and crown mouldings new counter tops and appliances in kitchen plus eating bar in kitchen walking distance to everything secure underground parking in this sprinklered building nothing to do but move in and enjoy quick possession available.

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offers for in stock vehicles only. Dealer # 31325. See dealer for details. Offers good until April 19th 2014. Vehicles may not be exactly as shown.

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SEDAN OR HATCHBACK2014 FIESTA SE

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$16,980

2012 DODGE JOURNEY Keyless entry, A/C, auto.

P7597A

$19,900

2011 FORD ESCAPE Leather, 4WD , Bluetooth.

P7593A

$23,900

2013 SONIC LTZ Touchscreen, heated seats, auto.

P7591A

$21,900

2010 CADILLAC SRX Heated leather memory seats, sun-

roof, power group. D0028A

$29,900

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2011 FORD F150 XLT Trailer hitch, 4X4, Power group.

P7596A

$26,900

2005 GRAND PRIX Auto, power group, keyless entry.

P7552B

$7,900

2013 GMC SAVANA 6 speed auto, Cruise, cargo room.

P7592A

$27,900

2009 HONDA ACCORD Auto, Power group, A/C.

P7595A

$18,900

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