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Horse and cattle ranchers are stocking up on hay, as a protracted drought and wild fi res continue to cause both supply shortages and increased prices.
Marilyn Murdy, a bookkeeper with Clover-dale’s Vanderveen Hay Sales in Cloverdale said the big trucks started showing up about a month ago.
Ranchers and farmers are stocking up.Prices have climbed about 15 to 20 per cent,
and Vanderveen is immensely busy.In her six year’s with the company, Murdy has
seen it get hectic, but it appears ranchers are preparing for a shortage.
“As far as trailer loads of hay, I’d say it’s busier this year,” Murdy said.
Hay growers typically get three to four cuts of the perennial crop each year. So far, most hay growers have about three cuts harvested, but
because of the heat this summer, crops have gone dormant, much like a lawn.
Th at leaves growers waiting for rains to bring that next crop up to harvestable levels.
For Jerry Keulen of Delta’s Seabreeze Farms it means about a 30 per cent reduction in his crop of grass and corn.
“Th e crops are hurting because of the dry conditions,” Keulen said Wednesday. “We’re defi nitely getting one crop less than typically.”
Seabreeze is also a dairy farm, and the crops are used to feed the cows. Keulen has had to
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buy feed from Washington State, as it was the only area that could provide him the volume or quality he needed. He’s not panicked by the changes, but says he has to be adaptable.
“We’re not worried or nervous, but we do look at the whole picture,” Keulen said. “Adapting to climate change is what this falls under.”
Th e shortages seem to be largely regional. Some areas of B.C. are reporting little or no impact, while others say production is down 50 per cent. Th e drought has been compounded by the large number of fi res burning in the province.
Kevin Boon, with the B.C. Cattleman’s Association, said some of the ranches in the south of the province have burned, meaning large feed areas for cattle are gone. In some instances, the barns holding stockpiles of feed have also burned. It means those ranch-ers are having to go to market to feed their stock.
Boon said there is still hay available in the Peace and Th ompson River areas, but there’s trucking costs to consider.
While on average, the cost of hay has risen 15 to 20 per cent, in some instances it’s been far more. Boon has heard of cases in which hay cost has gone from $140 a tonne to $220 a tonne (a 57 per cent hike).
He was surprised to hear some ranchers may be stockpiling hay. It may be a mistake in the long run, he said, as prices may stabi-
lize, leaving them stuck having paid higher prices.Th ose who are hoarding hay would also require a barn to keep it
out of the elements. Th ose without a barn will be more susceptible to fl uctuating prices and shortages.
And the days of walking over to a neighbouring farm to borrow some hay may be dwindling quickly, as no one wants to get caught without.
Boon said there’s hay to be had in Alberta. Bringing it up from Washington is a bit of a non-starter because of the low Canadian dollar.
He added some ranchers may also sell off calves a year early to avoid the higher costs of feed.
Kelly Coughlin with the Horse Council of B.C. said there are diff ering opinions on the matter throughout the membership. Th e general sense is it’s too early to make any predictions.
Coughlin said most council members are in a state of “cautious optimism.”
Boon said consumers aren’t likely to see a big diff erence on the store shelves with meat and dairy products because of the higher feed prices as things tend to level out over time.
Th e beef being purchased now was taken from the ranch some time ago.
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Anna Spencer and her fi ve children had stopped in Abbotsford overnight as part of a journey from their home in Georgia to their new residence in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Th ey were travelling to join husband and dad Ron-ald, an army man who had been stationed in Alaska and had been living there since May.
Prior to leaving the Georgia home where they’d lived for seven years, the family loaded everything they owned into a 26-foot GMC U-Haul truck.
Th is included all their furniture and other es-sentials that had fi lled their home, but also some irreplaceable items, such as several boxes of family photos; keepsakes that had belonged to Anna’s dad, who died 15 years ago; and military gear (no weapons) that Ronald had saved over his 15 years in
the service.Th e Spencers – including the
fi ve kids ages 10 to 27 – left Georgia on July 24, staying at hotels along the way, without any problems.
But that changed early Monday morning (Aug. 17), while they were staying at the Ramada Plaza and Conference Centre in Abbotsford. Th e family checked in Sunday night, but when they left at 11 a.m. the following day, the U-Haul
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fi rmed the U-Haul, loaded with about $100,000 in belongings, was stolen, and the theft was captured on video by the hotel’s security system.
Anna said the incident has been devastating.“Th at is somebody’s life in there (in the U-Haul).
It didn’t take overnight to gain all of this. It took a lifetime to build what we had.”
MacDonald said it appears a vehicle pulled up be-side the truck at 3:22 a.m. on Monday, and at 3:46 a.m., the U-Haul was driven away.
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MacDonald said the video is too dark and grainy to get any vehicle or suspect descriptions, but police believe at least two people were involved.
Th e stolen U-Haul was recovered in Surrey early Wednesday, and MacDonald said it ap-peared numerous items were missing. Th ere was also signifi cant damage to the truck’s ignition.
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A convicted killer who was supposed to go to trial this week for the murder of a Sur-rey man at a 2011 Christmas Eve party was recently found not guilty of the attempted murder of another man in Richmond.
Russell Bidesi, 24, is charged with second-degree murder in the shooting death of Bradley McPherson in Surrey. His trial for the McPherson murder was to begin Monday (Aug. 17), but was delayed when Bidesi’s defence lawyer withdrew.
Court documents indicate late last month Bidesi was found not guilty of attempt-ed murder and convicted of a lesser charge in a Richmond case where he was accused of shooting another man in the chin.
In a July 24 B.C. Supreme Court decision, Bidesi was found guilty of attempting to cause bodily harm and was sen-tenced the following week to two-and-a-half years in prison.
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Moments lat-er, a cab pulled up and when Sandhu and his friends went to take it, Bidesi ran towards the taxi, carrying his friend’s gun. Th ere was an argument and Bidesi pointed it at Sandhu. Th e gun fi red, hitting him in the chin.
Bidesi argued he pulled the gun only to intimidate Sandhu and that it fi red accidentally – a defence the judge did not buy.
But while Justice Barbara Fisher found the shooting was intentional, she said there were aspects of the evidence that raised doubts that Bidesi in-tended to kill Sandhu, resulting in the bodily harm conviction rather than attempted murder.
Crown recommended a 30-month sentence, while defence lawyer Darcy Lawrence sought an 18-month prison term.
“Th e Crown’s proposed sentence of 30 months is reasonable,” said Fisher in her reasons. “If Mr. Bidesi were be-ing sentenced to the completed off ence, I would consider a sentence at least in the three- to four-year range. A sentence of 30 months … properly takes into account the nature of this off ence as an attempt, in light
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In May, Bidesi was also found guilty of manslaughter in another sepa-rate case where a 31-year-old Surrey man was shot to death.
Kacey Rogers was gunned down through the window of his home in 2012 during a home invasion. Bidesi was initially charged with sec-ond-degree murder in Rogers’ death, but convicted of the lesser charge of manslaughter. He’s scheduled to be sentenced in that case on Sept. 17.
His next court date in con-nection to the McPherson mur-der is Sept. 3, to fi x a new trial date. Lawrence was initially going to defend Bidesi in that case as well, but said Monday he had to back out for ethical and professional reasons.
Bidesi has been in custody since February 2012.
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For my age, I’ve been to more than my share of events held solely to remem-ber those who have died – from full-on funerals, to celebrations of life, to simple graveside goodbyes.
Most of the services I’ve attended, by some grace, have been for work purposes in my capacity as a reporter, by virtue of who the person was or the high-profi le circumstances surrounding the death.
At most, I’ve listened fi rsthand to the profound sense of loss.
At some, I’ve gleaned what I could about the person in the casket or urn from the faces of those arriving to say goodbye for the last time, and the pictures fl ashing across a screen at the front of the room.
At others, I’ve done my best to capture the person’s essence from a distance, at the request of the deceased’s family.
As an uninvolved observer, I have the task of capturing the emotion without the burden of being overwhelmed.
It’s not always the easiest of tasks, but a far more enviable position than most in attendance.
I remember many of their names, for diff erent reasons, I think: Cupcake the Clown, a.k.a. Dawn Jones, in February 2010 – she performed, among many places, at a birthday party my son went to many years ago; Teagan Batstone – she was just 8 when she was killed last December; Colin Hill – he died a hero just a month ago; Dallas Smith, a plane-crash victim in August 2012, was an only child; Kevin Hegarty, a fi refi ghter who suff ered from post-traumatic stress disorder, died this past March.
Ben Trompetter died three years ago doing what he loved, and was recovered from icy waters with a smile on his face; Dario Bartoli was 15 when he was attacked last December, and the person responsible for his death is still out there. Th e service for Hudson Brooks, the young
man killed by police on July 18, was just three weeks ago.
Th ere have been many others over the years; odds are there will be more.
I often hear or read from those grieving that the loss doesn’t seem real, that they expect their loved ones to walk through the door at any minute, crack a joke, share a hug…
I can relate. In my own life, I’ve been to several funerals: my dad’s, when I was 14; my aunt’s, nine years ago; my daughter’s aunt, who was younger than me when she died; one for the mother of my best friend growing up; for my friend, Laurie, who I spent three hours with the fi rst day we met; one for the aunt of a guy I was dating; and that of Peace Arch News publisher Linda Klitch – we shared the same birthday.
I don’t want to go to many more, though I know it is an inevitable reality that there is at least one service I won’t
be able to avoid. I hope they play coun-try music at that one, maybe a little Zac Brown Band, A Th ousand Horses and Th e Band Perry.
But in bracing myself for the next one that will come by way of assignment, I’m trying to dwell on why I should be there.
Because, everyone deserves to have their story told.
Sure, the good stuff I hear will probably be a little embellished, and there’s good odds the bad won’t be mentioned at all. And, really, that’s how it should be.
I’ve “met” a lot of amazing people at funerals. And I can say without hesitation they made a diff erence, they mattered, even if sometimes to only to a few people.
It’s enough. Knowing that, it’s easier to accept that at some point down the road, the story being told will be mine.
Such is life.Tracy Holmes is a reporter with the Peace Arch
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Th e recent revelation of the salaries, income and expenses of the Semiahmoo First Nation prompted a lot of reaction from right across the country – and from a few members of the band, which is based in South Surrey.
Although the Semiahmoo First Nation has only 93 members, chief Willard Cook collected a salary of $267,729, including $420 for expenses. Coun. Joanne Charles collected $200,756 in salary and expenses, while coun-cillor Roxanne Charles collected much less, just $32,198.
Revelations of the payments comes as a result of the First Nations Financial Responsibility Act, passed by the Conservative government. Th e stated pur-pose is to let band members and taxpayers be fully aware of the fi nancial position of First Nations across Canada.
Th is has been a worthwhile piece of legislation. For one, it has shown the vast majority of band council members across Canada are acting responsibly, in terms of the salary and expenses they are being paid. Only a few have been collecting outlandish amounts.
Another benefi t is to show taxpayers just how much goes to-wards First Nations from various levels of government. Indeed, one of the puzzling things about the Semiahmoo declaration is how much the band received from the provincial government.
Most payments to First Nations usually come from the federal government, not the province. Th e federal government has constitutional responsibility for First Nations. Yet the Semiahmoo fi ling shows that $3,329,000 came from provincial taxpayers, while just $171,673 came from federal taxpayers.
Th e large amounts that go to bands from various governments make clear the importance of band economic development, and the value of treaties. Th e Tsawwassen First Nation in Delta has signed a treaty, and now has much more power over its aff airs. It is engaged in numerous economic activities, including construction of a large shopping centre near the Tsawwassen ferry terminal.
Other B.C. bands, such as the Osoyoos and Westbank First Nations, have also been involved in signifi cant economic activity, and are thus far less dependent on governments. Th is is to every-one’s benefi t.
Th e Semiahmoo band is en-gaged in some economic activity, notably leasing out various prop-erties that are located on its land. It also collects parking revenue from a large parking lot adjacent to the beach. Its fi ling shows $858,142 in partnership revenue, including economic partnerships.
Th ere is potential for a great deal more revenue from econom-ic development. Th e band’s lands are located adjacent to the border and White Rock, and some real estate development, for exam-ple, could prove benefi cial to the members of the band – as long as it met with their approval.
Th ere is a need for basic services on the band’s land. Band member Darren Dolan, who expressed concern about the level of Cook’s salary, said his own home has been condemned and has no wa-ter or sewer services. Considering most band members live within sight of some luxurious homes in White Rock and South Surrey, such conditions are unacceptable.
“We live in distress and Th ird World conditions, while they (leaders) have anything they want at their fi ngertips,” Dolan said.
Th ere is no reason that addi-tional economic development on the band’s land cannot be used as a much-needed lever to bring water and sewer services, and better housing for band mem-bers, to the Semiahmoo lands. Progress towards a treaty, which would grant much more autono-my to the band, would also be a good step.
Th e members of the band, who have long been good neighbours to South Surrey and White Rock residents, deserve no less.
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Everyone always has a complaint about the way they have been treated, but how often do you hear about the good side?
My wife was involved in a motor vehicle accident to which I was a witness. I was fi rst to start fi rst aid, in the middle of the road. Once I had control over the situation and was reaching for my cell phone to call 911, I had the people from behind us as well as the people in front of us volunteer to help.
Th en a nurse on her way to work stopped, and having more experience than myself, took over the situation until the fi re trucks arrived. Th at morning we had Surrey Fire Department, Surrey RCMP and BC Ambulance attend to assist with my wife’s injuries. Everyone was extremely calm and professional.
Once my wife was on her way to the hospital, an RCMP member realized that having two vehicles at the scene and one driver would not work and the tow truck was delayed. Since we did not live far away, he followed me home to drop off one vehi-cle and then drove me back so that I could drive the second one. Th e fi re department
stayed on scene to make sure no one went through my wife’s belongings.
Th ose two acts of kindness were unwar-ranted nor requested but yet they did them anyway.
Once I made it to the hospital, we stayed in the emergency from approximately 8 a.m. until she got a bed that night at 8:45 p.m. During that time the paramedics who transported her stopped by after their other pick-ups to check in and see how she
was. Th ese are the small things that no one sees.
She spent seven days and six nights in hospital. During her stay I came to know some of the nurses and more paramedics. I have nothing but respect for the men and women that do these important jobs – not for the recognition but for the joy of helping others.
Another small example I witnessed involved an elderly woman who had dementia. She would start out in a normal conversation then slip into a loop where she was directing her music class and all she would do is count down the beats: one, two, three, over and over for hours. Th is women was cared for with kindness and re-spect. At night she would be placed in the hall so as not to disturb the other people in her room, but not left alone or ignored. On the contrary, she would be talked to and even have nurses and paramedics clap along with her cadence.
My heart-fi lled thanks goes out to all the doctors and nurses at Surrey Memorial and Royal Colombian Hospital, Surrey Fire Department, Surrey RCMP, BC Ambulance paramedics, AIM , the Harley Davidson Baggers and Hawgs Den and to the Greater Vancouver Motorcycle Club whose motto is “For Th e Betterment Of Motorcycling.” A motto never rang more true, demonstrat-ed by the outpouring of support and well wishes for a speedy recovery.
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Delta Police are warn-ing the public of phone scammers who are pos-ing as law enforcement or taxation authorities.
Th ere are two diff erent schemes underway in Delta that are prompting the warning.
In the fi rst, callers are claiming to be fund-raising for the “Delta Police Anti-bullying Initiative.” Th e callers use unidentifi ed or blocked phone num-bers and request credit card donations.
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Th e second scam is a well-documented one in which scammers call (or email) pretending to be from the Can-ada Revenue Agency (CRA). Th e goal is to access your personal and/or banking infor-mation.
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EVAN SEAL
Local residents are being warned that animal traps are legal on private property and can be found throughout most cities across Canada.
Recently, a skunk found out the hard way when it was discovered in Delta caught in a Conibear trap – a large wire body-gripping trap designed to kill.
Th e juvenile skunk was found alive and is now recovering with the Wildlife Rehabilitators Asso-ciation. But representatives from the Association for the Protection of Fur-Bearing Animals want people to be aware these traps exist and to be vigilant when walking pets near farmland or in any wooded area.
“Too often we are hearing of incidents where animals, both wild and domestic, are being caught, terrifi ed and injured in these inherently inhumane traps,” said Adrian Nelson, manager of wildlife confl ict for the Fur-Bearer Defenders.
Although many times these traps can be used to stop nuisance critters, Nelson says there are more eff ective and humane ways to protect your property.
“Th ere is never a legitimate reason for this kind of cruel behaviour – particularly when non-lethal, truly humane solutions to end confl ict or nui-sance behaviour exist,” he said.
If you do come across a trap, it’s recommended you stay well away and report it to conservation services, as removal can be illegal.
To report a trap call 1-877-952-7277 or #7277 from a cell phone.
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JEFF NAGEL
High levels of debt mean many B.C. house-holds may be under se-rious fi nancial pressure once a long-expected climb in interest rates fi nally begins.
British Columbians had an average of $99,834 in household debt in 2014, accord-ing to a new survey by
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Th at’s up more than 26 per cent from $79,089 in 2013.
According to the report, 58 per cent of B.C. households carry credit card debt despite the high interest rates they charge. Th at’s well above the national average of 52 per cent. It found 44 per cent in B.C. have mortgages and 10 per cent have student loans.
Seventy-one per cent of B.C. respondents with household debt said they would be stressed if interest rates rose two points – signifi cantly more than the national average of 64 per cent or 59 per cent of Albertans who said a two-point hike would be stressful.
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“Th is is a worri-some side eff ect of a prolonged period of low interest rates and
needs to be closely monitored, especially if rates continue to fall.”
Guatieri said the rising household debt levels may be partly ex-plained in some areas by rapidly rising home prices that spur buyers to take on larger mort-gages.
Bank offi cials say an eventual rise in rates to normal levels is inevitable and families should stress-test their ability to withstand the increase and manage their fi nances in a higher rate environ-ment.
A typical Surrey house now selling for $689,000 requires mortgage payments of $2,840 a month, as-suming a 2.7 per cent rate, 10 per cent down payment and 25-year amortization. A two-point rise to 4.7 per
cent would take that payment up to $3,500.
Too many people in the Lower Mainland in particular are buying homes at prices that leave them barely able to cover the mortgage and associated house-hold costs, said Gary Tymoschuk, vice-pres-ident of operations for the Credit Counselling Society.
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Th e society is already called on to help signifi cant numbers of people in fi nancial trouble but it expects the need to increase when rates climb.
“A lot of British Columbians are living pretty close to that wire in terms of our overall indebtedness versus what we can aff ord to pay,” Ty-moschuk said. “Th e smallest little tick up in the interest rate could certainly negatively aff ect a lot of people and put a lot of stress on their household budgets.”
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Th e historic PNE Prize Home Lot-tery, which awarded its fi rst home to a lucky fairgoer 81 years ago, is relo-cating this year’s home to Naramata, B.C, in the heart of the Okanagan wine country.
“We are proud to have located PNE Prize Homes across British Columbia, but we were looking for something very special for the site for our 2015 Home,” says PNE Vice President of Operations Jeff Stick-land. “Once we saw the site in Th e Benchlands development we knew that we had found one of the most spectacular settings we’ve ever had for a PNE Prize Home.”
Th e Benchlands at Naramata is located on the southeast shore of Okanagan Lake, to the north of Penticton. Th e area features beauti-
ful scenery, a rich cultural history, sprawling vineyards,
wildlife reserves, and unparalleled views of South Okanagan.
“We’re thrilled to have been cho-sen as the PNE Prize Home partner,” says Randy Kowalchuk, President of Naramata Benchland Properties Ltd. “Th e PNE Prize Home is an important BC tradition, and we are confi dent the lucky winner will be impressed with the incredible views, idyllic settings and strong sense of community that make up the Naramata Benchlands project. Th is is a special home, and we’re happy to welcome it to a special place in the province.”
Imagine opening up the blinds of the home’s expansive windows to reveal a lake view, then enjoying a cup of coff ee while seated on
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Th e home comes equipped with indoor furnishings from Lane Home Furnishings featuring Calvin Klein
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Tickets for the Prize Home Lottery can be purchased by phone at 604-252-3688, online at www.pneprize-home.ca, at Overwaitea Foods Group locations, by mail, or onsite during the 2015 Fair at the Prize Home pre-view (2901 E. Hastings Street).
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JEFF NAGEL
Th e province is being urged to create a property tax surcharge targeting only foreign and absentee owners
in response to rising fears about housing aff ordability as Metro Vancouver land prices soar.
Th ree professors at UBC’s Sauder School
of Business argue a surcharge on proper-ty tax levied by the province could exempt all Canadian-owned primary residences and rented units.
Th ey say that would hit foreigners using Vancouver-area real estate strictly as an investment while ensuring typical B.C. homeowners pay noth-
ing more and Canadi-an investors have an incentive to rent out units rather than leave them vacant.
Tsur Somerville, the director of UBC’s Cen-
tre for Urban Econom-ics and Real Estate who co-wrote the proposal, says the money raised by the province could be used to boost rental housing subsidies and expand the property transfer tax exemption for fi rst-time home buyers.
He suggested a 100 per cent surcharge to double the property tax owners now pay if they are unable to demonstrate they qual-ify for an exemption.
“Essentially people who live in it as their primary residence or rent it out don’t pay the tax and everybody else does,” he said.
He cautioned that the mechanism would do little to stop the infl ux of foreign money into B.C. real estate and would likely raise only modest amounts of revenue.
“It’s not like we think this is going to solve anything,” Somerville said.
“But at least you could start taxing people who are increas-ing the aff ordability challenges for existing residents and use that to help people who are most hurt by it.”
He said that could happen immediately without waiting for the province to begin to collect data on foreign ownership of property in B.C.
He said there might be a case for creating further exemptions for Canadian or B.C. own-ers of vacation proper-ty in resort areas like Whistler or the Gulf Islands.
Th e provincial government has so far shown little interest in signifi cant reform to counter the rapid rise in real estate prices but has said it will explore options to improve aff ordability.
Somerville said a well-designed property tax surcharge could meet the premier’s requirement that any new policy not hurt the values of existing homes and the equity of their owners, which could occur if B.C. imposed tougher limits on property purchases by foreigners.
Variants of the same idea exist, he said, including raising the homeowner grant to allow cities or even TransLink to raise their property taxes without impacting most resi-
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Property tax surcharge urged for province
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BLACK PRESS
Th e release of a spring survey of B.C. municipal-ities confi rms the problems that led to the fi ring of B.C.’s fi rst Auditor General for Local Govern-ment in March.
Th e Union of B.C. Municipalities surveyed the 17 local governments that had participated in former AGLG Basia Ruta’s reviews by March. All but one responded that AGLG staff and auditors lacked understanding of how local government operates in B.C.
One community with RCMP service said the AGLG was “not quite sure how to assess our situa-tion” because the municipality had little discre-tion over the terms of its policing contract.
Th e survey also found that high turnover in Rutia’s offi ce hampered its performance audits. Th at was one of the factors that led to Ruta being fi red, after she refused to cooperate with a review of her offi ce’s functions.
Former B.C. auditor general Arn van Iersel was appointed acting AGLG in April and is working with the UBCM on its recommendations, includ-ing training of audit staff .
Hired to execute an idea proposed by Premier Christy Clark in her 2012 bid for the B.C. Liberal Party leadership, Ruta set herself a target of 18 audits in the fi rst year. Clashes with staff at her Surrey offi ce and her supervising board began to emerge, and only one audit was completed in that time.
Local government auditor problems confirmed
dents. Only Canadian citizens qualify for the homeowner grant.
Alternatively, the UBC profs’ letter says the province could en-able a revenue-neutral progressive property tax where a higher surcharge on more expensive properties is rebated as a provin-cial income tax credit, which non-B.C. tax fi lers could not claim.
Finance ministry of-fi cials indicate they’re studying the proposals, among others.
Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson this spring proposed a higher property trans-fer tax to hit luxury homes harder when they change hands.
Cameron Muir, chief economist for the B.C. Real Estate Associ-ation, doubted the property tax surcharge idea would have much benefi t for those hav-ing diffi culty buying a home.
“If the purpose here is to fi ll provincial cof-fers with additional tax revenue coming from people from outside of British Columbia, it sounds good,” Muir said.
“If the goal is that by causing a surcharge on foreign investors that somehow that is going to make housing more aff ordable, there’s no evidence to suggest that.”
He said foreign in-vestors are not buying homes of the type built for fi rst-time buyers.
“Th e connection there is tenuous at best.”
June saw continued strong sales activity in the Metro Vancouver area, with detached house prices topping $1.1 million, up nearly 15 per cent from a year ago.
“Th at’s coming from broad-based housing demand from people who live, work and raise their families here,” Muir said.
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▶ FINANCE MINISTRY OFFICIALS STUDYING TAX PROPOSAL
The Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (BC Division) will hold its an-nual sale of yearling thoroughbreds on Wednesday Sept. 9th at Langley’s Th un-derbird Show Park. Th e auction will start at 3 p.m.Interested buyers are welcome to vis-it the Show Park on Sept. 8th to view
prospective champions at the Yearling Parade at 3 p.m. A free information session will be held at 6 p.m. on September 2nd at the Der-by Bar and Grill for those who are con-sidering purchasing a racehorse (either individually or with a group) and who would like to learn about racehorse
ownership options, racing syndicates, how to read the CTHS Sales catalogue and more. (Th e Derby Bar and Grill is located at 115 – 17637 1st Avenue, Sur-rey). To reserve your spot or for more information call, 604-536-2878.For more information about the CTHS Sale, visit www.cthsbc.org
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JEFF NAGEL
An alarming number of contractors are fail-ing to safely remove asbestos before they demolish or reno-vate an older home, prompting WorkSafe-BC to step up enforce-
ment to prevent a new epidemic of disease in the future.
The agency conduct-ed 210 inspections last year and found 43 per cent of hazardous material surveys were inadequate, often fail-ing to detect asbestos that further tests proved was present.
“In many of these cases they’ll produce a survey by a testing firm that shows no asbestos. We will
then take samples ourselves and we’ll find asbestos in that property,” said Al Johnson, WorkSafeBC vice-president of pre-vention services.
Disreputable hazmat firms may not check enough of a building, leaving out obvious sources of risk that can include drywall, floor tiles, insulation, cement pipes, lino-leum and spray-on fireproofing.
Workers exposed to airborne asbestos fibres released at construction sites can contract cancers and other asbestos-related diseases decades later.
Asbestos has emerged as B.C.’s top workplace killer, with 581 related deaths in the past decade, 77 of them last year.
Those deaths were mostly due to in-dustrial exposure of trades people at high levels 20 to 40 years ago, but Johnson fears more gradual exposure in construc-tion and demolition will be the new killer of the future.
Contributing to the problem is the soaring price of land in Metro Vancouver that has fuelled a boom in demolitions as hun-dreds of older houses are cleared away each year to make way for the dream homes of buyers.
“The housing mar-ket is playing into this in a significant way because many old homes built prior to the mid-80s are just being purchased for the land and torn down,” Johnson said.
Some contractors or home owners have no clue about the risks or the health and safety laws that apply, he said, while others are trying to dodge the cost of dealing with
the danger responsi-bly.
“You can come in and demolish with backhoe or an excava-tor and have a big pile of rubble and try to haul it off somewhere. That’s a lot different than having a team of people go in properly protected.”
Five cities – Van-couver, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Saanich and Nanaimo – require demolition permit applicants to first provide hazard-ous material survey results.
Renovations are more difficult for enforcement officers to spot and police.
Johnson said Work-SafeBC is appealing to home owners to get a responsible contractor.
“The last thing you want is somebody tearing out your kitchen and then somebody later on saying ‘that was all as-bestos.’ Now you and your family and your kids and everybody else may have been exposed and breathed in a hazardous materi-al.”
The enforcement blitz begins this month and continues until the end of the year.
More informa-tion can be found at WorkSafeBC’s asbes-tos information site hiddenkiller.ca
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Th ere’s no other way for a beaming Stacey Kohler to describe it.
Th e prospect of having her own apartment in a new rental-housing development planned by Semiahmoo House Society in South Surrey is a “dream come true,” she said.
Th e 32-year-old developmentally disabled athlete – she won bronze with Team Can-ada in the 3,000-metre race at the Special Olympic World Summer Games in 2011 – is friendly, a great talker and hard worker in the society’s food services program who also loves to be a part of the general community through her part-time landscaping work.
But fi nding independent housing for some-one in her situation is an almost insurmount-able obstacle, as society executive director Doug Tennant notes.
Th e best that can be done, usually, is a group home or a home share.
“People with developmental disabilities have a huge limitation on where they can live,” he said. “What generally happens in Surrey is that people end up living with their parents.”
But that’s changed with the new develop-ment, a long-standing dream for the society and former executive director Paul Wheeler.
Over 10 years ago the society started the purchase of four residential lots adjacent to its administration and services building for just such a building.
Th e original plan was to build 55 strata
condo units, of which maybe 12-15 would be owned by the society and available to devel-opmentally disabled people it supports.
But that changed when the society’s builder and developer, Marcon, came back with a diff erent idea.
As an organization not driven by maxi-mizing profi t, the society, it suggested, could aff ord to build a rental building that its foun-dation – the Semiahmoo Foundation – would own in perpetuity.
Now approved after fourth reading by the City of Surrey, the “inclusive apartment proj-ect” will include 71 units, 20 of which will be made available to developmentally disabled tenants as either rentals or long-term leases, and 51 will be off ered to the general public at aff ordable, below-market rates.
Construction got underway in May and could be complete and ready for occupancy as soon as the fall of 2016, Marcon Project Supervisor Nic Paolella said.
Tennant said the society has been told by city staff it’s the fi rst purpose-built aff ordable
rental option in Surrey in three decades.But while Stacey’s mom, Beryl, shares the
excitement that the project will benefi t the community at large, she’s overjoyed and relieved that her daughter will be able to have a housing placement that fi ts her needs exactly.
It will mean an apartment right where she works and at the centre of the recreational activities she most enjoys – things like dance, musical theatre and movie-night drop-ins – now that the international competition phase of her athletic career is coming towards its end.
“She’s so vulnerable and she’s lived at home all her life,” she said. “As a parent of a child with special needs you wonder what’s going to happen when you’re no longer there for her. Th is will provide the independence she desperately wants, but also the safety she needs.”
She and her husband fi rst started bringing Stacey to Semiahmoo House when she was 19, she said. Th ey were living in North Delta
at the time, but Semiahmoo House was a place where Stacey immediately felt at home and connected with the staff , community and volunteers.
“We’ve been in White Rock seven years,” Beryl said. “We actually moved here because of Semiahmoo House, because we were always dropping her off in the morning and picking her up at night.”
Paolella said he believes that the Semiah-moo House project doesn’t have to be a one-off in the development market.
“It’s a huge solution to (aff ordable hous-ing),” he said.
“A lot of the time aff ordable rentals come by way of building getting very old, and that’s been an issue. But being able to work with a non-profi t organization – one that doesn’t have a mandate for profi t, an opportunity presents itself.
“Now that we’ve created the model, we hope it’s one that can be replicable else-where.”
▶ NEW RENTAL HOUSING APARTMENT COMPLEX IN SOUTH SURREY WILL PROVIDE INDEPENDENT LIVING FOR THOSE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Long-awaited project ‘a huge solution’From left: Semiahmoo House Society Executive Director Doug Tennant, Marcon Project Supervisor Nic Paolella, Beryl Kohler and Stacey Kohler look over a rendering of the inclusive apartment project planned for society-owned land next to the administration and services building on 24 Avenue near 153 Street.ALEX BROWNE
▶ “People with developmental disabilities have a huge limitation on where they can live. What generally happens in Surrey is that people end up living with their parents.”DOUG TENNANT
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Surrey’s Palbir Dhaliwal and Sumrit Sanghera, both 16, are soaking up knowledge this summer at the Centre for Digital Media’s (CDM) Tomorrow’s Masters of Digital Media (MDM) Pro-gram.
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Th e boot camp is taught by CDM fac-ulty and uses the same state-of-the-art equipment that the MDM students use to earn their master’s degree.
Th e boot camp began on Aug. 10 and runs through Aug. 28, with 11 teens from Grades 9 to 12 enrolled.
During this program, students are learning basic software skills and game design, how to critique video games, how to tell stories through digital me-dia, and the business aspects of digital media.
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Palbir Dhaliwal (left) and Sumrit Sanghera are currently in the second week of the Tomorrow’s Masters of Digital Media Program.CENTRE FOR DIGITAL MEDIA
Teens at digital boot camp▶ MASTERS OF DIGITAL MEDIA PROGRAM TEACHING STUDENTS ABOUT THEIR FUTURE
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Cinderella will team up with a plus-sized infl atable robot for the fi nal two showings at Movies Under the Stars.
For the next two Saturdays, visitors are invited for activities and entertainment starting at 5 p.m. at Holland Park, followed by movies at dusk.
Th e upcom-ing movies are Cinderella (Aug. 22) and Big Hero 6 (Aug. 29.)
Th e event is free.
Th e North Surrey Lions will be on hand barbecuing hamburgers and hot dogs, with proceeds to be donated to local chari-ties.
Movies Un-der the Stars is organized by the Surrey Downtown Business
Improvement Asso-ciation, supported by Prospera Credit Union, whose staff members will hand out free pop-corn (by donation to the Surrey Christmas Bureau) as attendees settle in to enjoy the movies.
Holland Park is located at 13428 Old Yale Rd.
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Th e Friday Movie Nights in Cloverdale series continues tonight with Monsters University.
Th e series, which has been taking place since June, alternates locations between Don Christian Park (6220 184 St.) and Katzie Elementary (6887 194A Street). Th is week’s movie is at Don Christian.
Live entertainment and family games start at 7:30 p.m., with the free movie rolling at dusk.
Th e last fl ick will be Finding Nemo on Aug. 28 at Katzie Elemen-tary.
In case of rain, visit Clayton Youth Services Facebook page for updates or call the Don Christian Recreation centre at 604-502-6402.
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Th e BC SPCA’s seventh annual Wildlife-In-Focus Photography Con-test is now open for entries.
Th e goal is to capture the best of British Columbia’s wildlife through the lens, whether the subjects are in your own backyard or in the vast natural wilderness of the province.
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Sher Vancouver is looking for a few more transgen-der women to be inter-viewed for a short docu-mentary on trans issues and the late Ms. January Marie Lapuz who was the Sher Vancouver Social Co-ordinator. You don’t have to have known January to be interviewed and be in the fi lm. Some fi lming and re-cording has already begun, please respond quickly. Email shervancouver@hotmail.com with a brief bio about yourself. The fi lm is being directed by two Journalism students from Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Surrey, B.C. A $50 honorarium will be provided. The documentary will be distributed to fi lm festivals including queer fi lm festivals around the world, and may eventually be used as a resource for high schools, colleges, and universities, as well may be made widely available online via You Tube, offi cial blog and website, and social media channels.
A free summer family dance will take place Aug. 28 from 6-8 p.m. at the Newton Recreation Centre, 13730 72 Ave. Bhangra, zumba and hip hop. Live DJ, light refreshments and more. For more informa-tion, call 604-501-5540.
A Newton Block Party will take place on Aug. 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. near the Newton Recreation Centre, 13730 72 Ave. Pancake breakfast, barbecue, children’s crafts and games and more. For more details, contact Nasrin Baji at 604-593-2294 or newtonbia@gmail.com A community carnival
hosted by Park City Baptist Church will be held Aug. 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 17400 60 Ave. Games, food prizes and more.
Urban Safari Rescue Society is holding their annual open house and barbecue fundraiser on Aug. 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1395 176 St. Check out their 350 rescued animals. There will also be a
farm animal petting zoo, silent auction, games for kids, an art exhibit by Semiahmoo Arts Society, craft vendors, bee beard demos from the Honey-bee Centre. For more information, email info@urbansafari.ca or call 604-531-1100.
Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society is seeking volunteers for the PICS Mega Job Fair and BC Small Business Expo 2015, which takes place Sept. 24 at Aria Con-vention Centre, 12350 Pattullo Pl. To register or for more information, call Sunil Rawat or Jagtar Dhaliwal at 604-596-7722 or email sunil.rawat@pics.bc.ca or jagtar.dhaliwal@pics.bc.ca
The Surrey Memorial Hospital Auxiliary needs volunteers to help them raise funds to support patient care and services. Help is needed at the SMH lottery booth to
provide sales and service to hospital staff, patients and visitors. Training is provided by BC Lottery. Weekday shifts available. Helps also needed at the Penny Savers’ Thrift Shop: at 11961 82 Ave. Available shifts are from Monday to Saturday. For more details, visit www.govolunteer.ca. To apply, download an application at www.fraserhealth.ca, email volunteer.smh@fraserhealth.ca or call 604-588-3381.
READ Surrey/White Rock Society is looking for individuals who are in-terested in being trained to become volunteer tutors. Applicants must have excellent English skills. Training is provided by a certified teacher/trainer. For details, call 778-871-5319 or email safullam1@gmail.com
The Fraser Health Crisis Line is recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to people in the region who are experiencing emotional distress. No previous experience is needed as
extensive training and ongoing support is pro-vided. Visit www.options.bc.ca and follow the link for the Crisis Line.
The Canadian National Institute for the Blind is in high need of volunteers to assist people who are blind or partially sighted in Surrey. Vision Mates help with reading, going for walks, shopping and social visiting. The time commitment is two to three hours a week. Email caragh.robinsmith@cnib.ca or call 604-431-2146.
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STAFF ACCOUNTANT(ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN)
A well established fi rm of C.A.’s located in Surrey is seeking a staff accountant / accounting technician with full working knowledge of Caseware, Case-view, Taxprep, Excel, Sage and/or Quickbooks with the opportunity to work fl exible hours. Accounting designation is not required.
We offer a good working environment, balanced lifestyle, competitive
compensation and benefi ts!!Please forward your resume in
confi dence to: Heming, Wyborn & Grewal, #200 - 17618 - 58 Avenue,
Surrey, BC, V3S 1L3, Fax: 604-576-2890,
recruiting@hwgca.com
102 ACCOUNTING/BOOKKEEPING
▶ LICKIN’ LIKE A CHAMPSurrey’s Tyler Cliff, 4, competes in Class 4 Bike Balance at BMX Canada’s Borderline National competition at Langley BMX on Aug. 15. MIRANDA GATHERCOLE
FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS
6 IN MEMORIAM GIFTS
Make a gift that honours the memory of a loved one.
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7 OBITUARIES
BC Cancer Foundation13750 96th AvenueSurrey, BC V3V 1Z2
604.930.4078bccancerfoundation.com
Supporting the BC Cancer Agency
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
33 INFORMATION
BALZER, Douglas It is with deep regret that I, George Balzer, Executor announce the passing of my brother Douglas in early June 2015. Doug was born in Vancou-ver in 1944 and is survived by his wife Debbie, son Jason, 2 daughters Leah and Teresa & stepdaughter Breanne. It would be greatly appreciated if the forgoing would contact myself at 604-984-7472 or at georgemollyb@shaw.ca
IF YOU ARE... S Moving, Expecting A Baby S Planning A Wedding S Anticipating Retirement S Employment Opportunities
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041 PERSONALS
SWM 63 caring honest fun NS new book author Interest..nature music dineout, drives, romance seeks SWF 62+. 1-778-414-1449 (3-8pm)
42 LOST AND FOUND
FOUND: on Tuesday in the Dollara-ma / Micheal’s parking lot. A little girls PINK & WHITE PURSE. Contains some money. Please call 604-599-0265
LOST DOG, Little black FEMALE CAIRN TERRIER, 23 lbs. vic. 24th & 182nd Please call 604-535-6063
CHILDREN
86 CHILDCARE WANTED
LIVE-IN/OUT CAREGIVER needed in Surrey to look after 2 kids ages 8, & 3 yrs + baby on the way. Prep food/snacks, feed, bathe, fungames, read, put to nap and light housekeeping. Room free if live-in. membosiago@yahoo.ca. Min wage.
98 PRE-SCHOOLS
REACH Developmental Preschool North Delta, 10921 82 Ave. FALL Registration on NOW. M-F 9am-2 pm classes available. Phone: 604-596-0106 or 604-946-6622 ext 308. Email: oshratz@reachchild.org / www.reachdevelopment.org
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
102 ACCOUNTING/BOOKKEEPING
BOOKKEEPER A well established fi rm of C.A.’s located in Surrey is seeking a Bookkeeper with full cycle book-keeping experience including a working knowledge of Sage, Quickbooks and Excel who is willing to work full time or on a per diem basis.
We offer a good working environment, balanced lifestyle, competitive
compensation and benefi ts!!Please forward your resume
in confi dence to: Heming, Wyborn & Grewal, #200 - 17618 - 58 Avenue,
Surrey, BC, V3S 1L3, Fax: 604-576-2890,
recruiting@hwgca.com
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CHILDREN ........................................ 80-98
EMPLOYMENT ............................. 102-198
BUSINESS SERVICES ................... 203-387
PETS & LIVESTOCK ...................... 453-483
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE........... 503-587
REAL ESTATE ............................... 603-696
RENTALS ...................................... 703-757
AUTOMOTIVE .............................. 804-862
MARINE ....................................... 903-920
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The Surrey School District has an opening for the following positions:
• Carpenter
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For more information about these opportunities, please go towww.makeafuture.ca/surrey
(Support Staff)
Must have your own reliable CARGO VAN (minimum ¾ ton) and clean driver abstract.
NO CARS, SUVS, MINI-VANS OR PICKUP TRUCKS.
• Tuesday Evenings & Thursday Evenings • Pick up newspapers from our warehouse • Deliver newspapers to our carriers’ homes
in Langley City, Walnut Grove and Aldergrove
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NOW HIRING!Delivery Drivers
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
111A CHILDCARE
LICENSED CHILDCAREPROVIDER
needed to run home daycare. F/T Mon - Fri. Cloverdale area.
Please call Annie: (604)372-1788
115 EDUCATION
Chinese Language School
Web: Hxms.orgStart September 12For ages 4 to adult
Surrey 16193 88 Aveand 12772 88 Ave
Langley 20965 77A Ave
Call: 604-782-9207
Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca
109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
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110 CAREER SERVICES/JOB SEARCH
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
115 EDUCATION
INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIP-MENT OPERATOR SCHOOL.
NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.
Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options.
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126 FRANCHISE
Jim’s Mowing Business for SaleCall 310-JIMS (5467)
130 HELP WANTED
FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certifi cation? Get Certifi ed, 604-575-3944
109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
110 CAREER SERVICES/JOB SEARCH
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
130 HELP WANTED
Auto Parts Pickup Driver
Clean Class 5 Driver’s Lic. Valid Canadian Passport. Familiar with auto parts.
Customs Clearanceexperience an asset.
F/T employment.
email: job1@gmail.com
CANADIAN FARMS Produce Inc. located at 16185 48th Ave. Surrey, BC, V3Z 1E8, urgently requires full time, permanent farm workers to work year round on their vegetable farms. Wages offered are $11.50/hr and duties incl; planting, maintain-ing, harvesting, washing & grading vegetables. This position requires no education, formal training or work experience. Accommodation is available if required. Interested candidates should be available to work anytime in different weather conditions and must be able to lift up to 55 lbs of vegetable boxes. Please fax resume: 604-574-5773.
Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities
Up To $400 CASH DailyF/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring /
Summer Work. SeekingHonest, Hard Working Staff.
www.PropertyStarsJobs.com
115 EDUCATION
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
130 HELP WANTED
DRIVER /LABOURER
Growing Surrey Co. requires. Driver / Labourer with Class 5 driver’s license. Must be willing to work occasional Saturday’s. Applicant must have leadership ability, positive attitude,dedication & willingness to learn.
Please e-mail your resumeinfo@recycleitcanada.ca
.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certifi ed & experienced. Union wages & benefi ts. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca
115 EDUCATION
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
130 HELP WANTED
Forming & Framing CrewsMorningstar Homes Ltd. has im-mediate & long term opportunities available, for qualifi ed single family foundation forming and framing crews in Maple Ridge, Port Moody and Burke Mountain, Coquitlam.
For more information Please call Ed or Ali at:
(604) 521-0038careers@mstarhomes.com
GREENHOUSE LABOURERSP (Delta) Limited Partnership operation looking for steady, hardworking, energetic individu-als that are able to do plant care, harvesting, sorting grading & packaging and general cleanup and workday preparations. The positions advertised are full time permanent positions for all seasons. Job Location 10250 Hornby Dr. Delta, BC V4K3N3 Wage $10.50/hr plus AD&D benefi ts. Positions available immediately. English language not required. Positions open to all persons (incl. youth, aboriginals, new immigrants and all others) demonstrating their ability to meet expectations of full time, physical work in greenhouse environment.
To apply submit resume to: sunjobs2012@gmail.com or by fax to 604-607-7656
Landscaper/HandymanFT Permanent
$17 / hr + Benefi ts
Must have a vehicle; able to use & perform maintenance with
various lawn equipment. We promote a drug free
work environment.
Apply in person 2252 190 St S.Sryjob@corliving.com
Large White Rock hillside property needs a hardworking, enthusiastic & reliable GARDENERS HELPER for full time summer/fall work. Must be fi t, fl uent in English, some exp & own transport. Call 604-531-7624.
User Support Technicianneeded for Lally Bros Holding, a
trucking company in Surrey BC, to provide tech support & networking. Salary $24 - $26/hr. Min 30 hrs/wk.
2-3 Years exp. Dip./degree req’d. Fax resume to: 604-327-7759
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
134 HOTEL, RESTAURANT,FOOD SERVICES
COOKRequired weekends 4 hours day for mental health facility in Delta. Must have completed institutional cooking program.Forward resume by Email to:crestlene@hotmail.comor by Fax to: 604-596-6132
FAST Food Restaurant @ South Surrey now hiring part /full time crews & managers. Suitable candi-dates required to work fl exible hours, strong work ethics & passion to serve customers. Send resume to bethboydd@gmail.com
PART time cook required for food service located in Surrey. Currently the kitchen is open on weekends only, however a free lease provides the opportunity to expand business hours. For more information call Ken 604-512-0585.
RICKY’S COUNTRY RESTAURANT
We are currently interviewing for F/T & P/T Line Cooks
& Dishwashers for our newly renovated Ricky’s Country
Restaurant. If you are looking for long term employment please contact Kammie.
Apply in person to: 2160 King George Blvd. Surrey/W.Rock between
8am - 2pm Monday to Friday. or call for interview
604-531-2635
TIM HORTONS
FULL TIMEStart at 5:00am or 2:30pmWe offer benefi ts after 3 mths and incentives for reliability
& dedicated team work.
Apply In Person19218 - 96 Ave, Surrey
Apply Onlinegurbir@scotiapacifi c.com
130 HELP WANTED
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
160 TRADES, TECHNICAL
Standard Truck & Crane Ltd.NOW HIRING
Knuckleboom / StingerOperators
-Must have Class 1 License -Must have Flat deck experience -Must be able to lift at least 60lbs-Must have proper knowledge of the Lower Mainland-Must be fl uent in English-Must have own transportation to get to work on time-Candidates applying must be both team players and be able to work without supervision, as well as be able to follow directionWe offer Medical / Dental benefi tsIf interested, please send a
copy of your resume, drivers abstract, and references to:
Fax: 604-559-2731or Call 604-566-9732
163 VOLUNTEERS
BECOME A VOLUNTEER LITERACY or MATH TUTOR and help a child who is struggling to learn! You must have excellent English and/or math skills, and en-joy working with children. Tutoring locations in both Surrey & Langley.Extensive training provided. Surrey information sessions held on either Tuesday, September 8th at 7 PM or Wednesday, September 9th at 7 PM, Learning Disabilities Association of-fi ce #201 - 13766 - 72 Ave. Surrey.Langley information session held Thursday September 10th, 7 PM at Douglas Park School, 5409-206 St. Langley. Please Pre-register at;
604-591-5156 or: info@Ldafs.orgwww.ldafs.org
SWM 63 quiet caring honest NS/NPgood driver, cook, security seeks livein homecare position. Have to Dr’s refs. 1-778-414-1449 (3-8pm)
164 WAREHOUSE
PLANT WORKERS & FISH FILLETERS
Required byFish Processing Plant
for day shifts.Please apply at:
#200-11251 River Rd. Richmond.
PERSONAL SERVICES
171 ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
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PERSONAL SERVICES
171 ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
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172 ASTROLOGY/PSYCHICS
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175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS
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181 ESTHETIC SERVICES
CINDERELLA SPADeep Pore Cleansing Facial
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182 FINANCIAL SERVICES
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182 FINANCIAL SERVICES
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242 CONCRETE & PLACING
Bonniecrete Const.
Concrete Lifting D Crack Repair
D Eliminate Tripping HazardsD For all your concrete repairs
Ross 604D535D0124Bonniecrete Const Ltd
UNIQUE CONCRETEDESIGN
F All types of concrete work FF Re & Re F Forming F Site prepFDriveways FExposed FStamped
F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured778-231-9675, 778-231-9147
FREE ESTIMATES
SEMI-RETIRED contractor will do small concrete jobs. Patio’s, side-walks, driveway’s. Re & re old or damaged concrete. Ken 604-307-4923
COMPLETE CONCRETE WORK& LANDSCAPING. Breaking,
Bobcat work, Removal, City Drive-ways, Residential. 5 mil. liab, WCB. Free Est. 604-722-8733
JOE’S CONCRETE - 37yrs exp.All types of renovations, driveways,
sidewalks, placing, etc.Small jobs welcome. 604-723-5778
257 DRYWALL
PSB DRYWALL LTD.★ All Board-ing, Taping, Framing & Texture. In-sured work. Dump Removal Ser-vice. 604-762-4657 / 778-240-4657
260 ELECTRICAL
All Electrical. Low Cost. Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
NEIGHBOURS ELECTRICLicensed, Warrantied, Affordable. Renos & small jobs. Res & comm. 7 Days. Free est. 604-710-5758.
269 FENCING
6 FOOT HIGH CEDAR FENCE.$13/foot. Low Prices. Quality Work.Free Est. Harbans 604-805-0510.
6’ CEDAR FENCING. Free ests. Red Rose Landscaping.
Harbiee 604-722-2531
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281 GARDENING
Excavators, Backhoes, Bobcats & Dump
Trucks for hireTOPSOIL & GRAVEL
604-531-5935
.aaa lawn 604-542-1349
Prompt Delivery Available7 Days / Week
Meadows LandscapeSupply Ltd.
✶ Bark Mulch✶ Lawn & Garden Soil
✶ Drain Gravel ✶ Lava Rock✶ River Rock ✶Pea Gravel
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TOPSOILTurf & Lawn Blend, Planting& Garden Blend, Composted
Mulch, Sand & Gravel
Call 604-531-5935
ALL LANDSCAPING. Hedge trim-ming, pruning, weeding, yard clean up. Free est. Jason 778-960-7109
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
287 HOME IMPROVEMENTS
VECTOR RENO’S Specializing in all interior & exterior
home renovations & additions. Call 604-690-3327
BL CONTRACTINGRENOVATIONS SPECIALIST
SUNDECKS:*Cedar *Treated *Vinyl *Trex
RAILINGS:*Aluminum *Glass *Wood
(604)240-1920RICHGOLD Contr. Ltd. Bsmt suites, framing, drywall, paint, deck-ing, fl ooring, crown moulding & all kinds of reno’s. Sam 604-992-8474.
BEAUTIFUL BATHROOMPlumbing + Drywall + Elect. + Tubs &
Showers & Sinks + Toilets & Tile + Fan + Countertop + Painting = = BEAUTIFUL BATHROOM!!
Sen disc. Work Guar.17 yrs exp. CallNick 604-230-5783, 604-581-2859
EXP. CARPENTER / HANDYMAN All types of work! No job too small! Over 20 yrs exp! Ed 778-888-8603
A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing,
reroofi ng. Dhillon 604-782-1936.
Renovation SpecialistQuality workmanship
since 1968Commercial - Residential
KITCHENS - BATHRMSCROWN MOULDING -
SUITES, DECKS, REPAIRS- BUILDING MAINT.
REFS. WORK GUARANTEED
Emerson’s Contracting604-312-9209, 604-535-0566
HANDYMAN CONNECTIONHANDYMAN CONNECTIONHandyman Connection - Bonded -Renovations - Installations - Repairs - 604.878.5232
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
287 HOME IMPROVEMENTS
FINISH CARPENTERFinish Carpentry - Mouldings, sun-decks, stairs, siding, painting, dry-wall. Refs. Rainer cel 604-613-1018
288 HOME REPAIRS
HANDYMANHome Repair Services - 45 Yrs Exp
Call or Text Henry 604-868-5441
A1 BATH RENO’S. Bsmt suites, drywall, patios, plumbing, siding, fencing, roofi ng, landscaping, etc. Joe 604-961-9937.
296 KITCHEN CABINETS
QUICKWAY Kitchen Cabinets Ltd. ****Mention this ad for 10% Off ****
Call Raman @ 604-561-4041.
300 LANDSCAPING
Complete Landscape ServiceSpecializing in landscape renosBobcat - Excavator - Decks
Retaining Walls - Paving Stones New Lawns-Irrigation-Drainage
Hedging and more*30 Yrs Exp. *Fully Insured
Call Brian for a free estimate604-773-1349
S. H. LANDSCAPINGTREE SERVICES
Trimming W Pruning W ToppingClean-up W Garbage Removal
Pressure WashingGardening
Flower Beds W Allan BlocksBark Mulch W River Lava Rock
Lawn CareWeeding W New Turf
Fertilizing W Moss ControlPower Raking W Aeration
FencingFree Estimate
19 years experience in Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows
604.230.1634 or 604.467.3724
317 MISC SERVICES
✶Dump Site Now Open✶SBroken Concrete RocksS
$25.00 Per Metric TonSMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS
$25.00 Per Metric TonGrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds
$59.00 Per TonMeadows Landscape Supply
604-465-1311
320 MOVING & STORAGE
Commercial & ResidentialLocal & Long Distance Moves* Licensed * Insured * Bonded
All Truck Sizes & TrailersAmazing Rates! FREE Estimates.
778-928-5995
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPINGAcross the street - across the world
Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
MIRACLE MOVING Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip. Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men
BIG OR SMALL MOVESStart $45/hr ~ All size trucks
Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca604 - 720 - 2009
~We accept Visa & Mastercard~
ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person*Reliable Careful Movers. *RubbishRemoval. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
Associated Painters Inc.Residential/Commercial
Interior/ExteriorFREE ESTIMATES
For professional results, Call Dan 604-763-7921
or 604-542-4331www.assocatedpainters.ca
NORTH STARS PAINTINGwww.northstars-painting.com
AMAZING WORK,AMAZING VALUE!
778.245.9069
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
www.paintspecial.com 778-322-2378 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.
~ PRO PAINTERS ~INTERIOR / EXTERIORQuality Work, Free Estimates
Member of Better Business BureauWCB INSURED
Vincent 543-7776
TONY’’S PAINTING
A-1 Painting Company - Interior / Exterior 20 years exp. Summer Special 10% off (604)723-8434
PRISM PAINTING CO. Re-Paint Specialist15 yrs experienceInterior/Exterior, stucco painting. 20% discount on re-painting or 3 rooms $299Free Estimates
Call Sunny,778-893-1786
polarbearpainting.com$299 ~ 3 Rooms walls only 2 coats
call: 604-866-6706
polarbearpainting.com$299 ~ 3 Rooms walls only 2 coats
call: 604-866-6706
1 Room-$59/Rm Incl Cloverdale Paint. Dave, 604-614-3416
338 PLUMBING
FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATINGH/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. (604)596-2841
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More
Call Aman: 778-895-2005
~ Certifi ed Plumber ~ON CALL 24 HOURS/DAY
Reno’s and Repairs
Furnace, Boilers, Hot Water HeatPlumbing Jobs ~ Reas rates
~ 604-597-3758 ~LOCAL PLUMBER $45 Service Call Plumbing, Heating, Plugged Drains. Mustang Plumbing 778-714-2441
341 PRESSURE WASHING
All Gutter Cleaning. Window & RoofFULL HOUSE CLEANINGCall Victor 604-589-0356
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
Roofi ng Experts. 778-230-5717Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
PETER ROOFING Ltd.Roofi ng Specialists
• New Roof Re-Roofi ng • Repairs • Cedar Shakes
• Shingles Duroids • Torch-on
Harjit Pattar604-589-4603604-857-3325
356 RUBBISH REMOVAL
EXTRA CHEAPJUNK / RUBBISH REMOVAL
Almost for free! (778)997-5757
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
356 RUBBISH REMOVAL
Brads Junk Removal.com. Same Day Service. Affordable Rates! 604.220.JUNK (5865)
JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT!604.587.5865www.recycleitcanada.ca
RICK’SRUBBISH REMOVAL
- Residential - Commercial - Construction - Yard WasteIN BUSINESS OVER 20 YEARS
~ FREE ESTIMATES ~Call Rick 604-329-2783
372 SUNDECKS
. Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688.Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
374 TREE SERVICES
PRO TREE SERVICES Quality pruning/shaping/hedge trim-ming/ removals & stump grinding. John, 604-588-8733/604-318-9270
PETS
477 PETSCHIWEENIE PUPPIES. Ready Sept. 1st. 1st Shots & dewormed. $600. ea. Call 604-857-0396 lv msg
COLLIE DOODLE (Collie X Poodle) pups, born June 12, specially creat-ed ideal family dogs, intelligent, easy to train, good natured, gentle, good with animals & kids, low to seasonal shed, should be med. size about 50lbs 23-24 in tall, 1st shots, dewormed, 2 cute and fuzzy black males available, home raised with kids. $950 Mission, 604-820-4827
ITALIAN MASTIFF(Cane Corso)
1 Purebred blue male.1st shots, tails / d c removed.
ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIANPet homes. $1000. 604-308-5665
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
Sheltie pups, P/B CKC reg., vet check, 1st shots, sable male, tri fe-male, approved homes, after sept 5. $1000. Call (250)644-3284
482 TACK/SUPPLIES
SADDLES: One Western saddle: 15” seat, $525 OBO. Two English all purpose saddles: 14” from cantle to gullet. Suit child or small rider $150/each. Mission, 604-820-4827
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
520 BURIAL PLOTS
FAMILY PLOT In Valley View Burial & Cremation. Asking $5500: Price negotiable. Call (604)533-6637
523 UNDER $100
1200 MEN’S MAGAZINES from the 1960’s - 2014. $100. (778)882-1941Please don’t call after 8pm.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
523 UNDER $100
5 CASES of stubby beer bottles in plastic cases and one case of Pop Shoppe bottles. Ideal for beer mak-ing. $25 for the works. Please don’t call after 8pm (778)882-1941.
542 FRUIT & VEGETABLES
~ FRESH LOCAL ~
BLUEBERRIES$9.99/box or 3 for $25
Open DailyRai’s Colebrook Farming14176 Colebrook Rd.604-599-3516, 778-878-4650
563 MISC. WANTED
Have Unwanted Firearms?Have unwanted or inherited fi rearms in your possession?Don’t know how to dispose of them safely and legally?Contact Wanstalls and we will come and pick them up and pay you fair value for them.Wanstalls has been proudly serving the Lower Mainland fi rearms community since 1973.We are a government licensed fi rearms business with fully certifi ed verifi ers, armorers and appraisers.
Call today to set up anappointment 604-467-9232 Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms
REAL ESTATE
625 FOR SALE BY OWNER
ABBOTSFORD. 2986 Oriole Cr. 3 bdrm. rancher. 6400 sq.ft. corner lot. Lge shed. Near John Maclure Elem. $355,000. 604-832-0719
SURREY. House on 1/2 Acre Lot.
GOOD INVESTMENT. 13672 Bentley Rd. $850K.
By Owner. Call 604-324-0655WEST WHITE ROCK 14,000 sq.ft. lot, subdividable. For more info call 604-767-7099, No agents please.
RENTALS
706 APARTMENT/CONDO
Cedar Lodge and Court Apts
Quiet community living next to Guildford Mall. Clean 1 bdrm
starting at $760 & 2 bdrm starting at $860, Corner units starting at $950. (some w/ensuites), Cable, Heat, Hot Water incl. Onsite Mgr.
604-584-5233 www.cycloneholdings.ca
CLOVERDALE lge updated 1 Bdrm apt $810/m Incl heat, hot water N/P. 604-576-1465, 604-612-1960
SUNCREEK ESTATES * Large 2 & 3 Bdrm Apartments * Insuite w/d, stove, fridge, d/w * 3 fl oor levels inside suite * Wood burning fi replace * Private roof top patio * Walk to shops. Near park, pool, playground * Elementary school on block * On site security/on site Mgmt * Reasonable Rent * On transit route * Sorry no pets
Offi ce: 7121 - 133B St. Surrey
604-596-0916
SURREY 75/120A St. 3 Bdrm apt, $1060/mo, quiet family complex, no pets, call 604-501-0505
551 GARAGE SALES
GUILDFORD
Downsizing SaleSat, Aug 22, 9am-5pm
15746 95A AveFurniture, crystal, pictures,kids clothing, hshld misc
TOO MUCH TO LIST.Everything Must Go!
MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALEBerkshire 155 St & 93A Ave. Sat Aug 22nd, 8am-3pm. Rain or Shine!
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Friday August 21 2015 The Surrey-North Delta Leader 27
On July 14, 2011, at the 13200 block
of 95A Avenue, Surrey, B.C., Peace
Officer(s) of the Surrey RCMP
seized, at the time indicated, the
subject property, described as:
$2,110 CAD, on or about 18:48
Hours.
The subject property was seized
because there was a warrant
authorized by the court pursuant
to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada (CDSA)
to seize evidence in respect of an
offence (or offences) under section
5(2) (Possession for purpose of
trafficking) of the CDSA.
Notice is hereby given that the
subject property, CFO file Number:
2015-2974, is subject to forfeiture
under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will
be forfeited to the Government for
disposal by the Director of Civil
Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute
is filed with the Director within the
time period set out in this notice.
A notice of dispute may be filed by
a person who claims to have an
interest in all or part of the subject
property. The notice of dispute
must be filed within 60 days of the
date upon which this notice is first
published.
You may obtain the form of a notice
of dispute, which must meet the
requirements of Section 14.07
of the CFA, from the Director’s
website, accessible online at www.
pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The
notice must be in writing, signed
in the presence of a lawyer or
notary public, and mailed to the
Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234
Station Provincial Government,
Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.
In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT:
On January 27, 2015, at 148th
Street near 104th Avenue, Surrey,
B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Surrey
RCMP seized, at the time indicated,
the subject property, described as:
$4,429.90 CAD and a Samsung
Galaxy, on or about 12:40 Hours.
The subject property was seized
because there was evidence that the
subject property had been used in
and/or obtained by the commission
of an offence (or offences) under
section 5(2) (Possession for
purpose of trafficking) of the
Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada.
Notice is hereby given that the
subject property, CFO file Number:
2015-2998, is subject to forfeiture
under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will
be forfeited to the Government for
disposal by the Director of Civil
Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute
is filed with the Director within the
time period set out in this notice.
A notice of dispute may be filed by
a person who claims to have an
interest in all or part of the subject
property. The notice of dispute
must be filed within 60 days of the
date upon which this notice is first
published.
You may obtain the form of a notice
of dispute, which must meet the
requirements of Section 14.07
of the CFA, from the Director’s
website, accessible online at www.
pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The
notice must be in writing, signed
in the presence of a lawyer or
notary public, and mailed to the
Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234
Station Provincial Government,
Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.
In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT:
On May 2, 2014, at 104th Avenue
and King George Boulevard,
Surrey, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the
Surrey RCMP seized, at the time
indicated, the subject property,
described as: a 1993 green Ford
Escort, BCLP: 824WPW, VIN:
1FABP11J3PW415585, on or about
15:36 Hours.
The subject property was seized
because there was evidence that
the subject property had been
used in the commission of an
offence (or offences) under section
5(2) (Possession for purpose of
trafficking) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada
(CDSA) and was therefore offence-
related property pursuant to section
11 (Search, seizure and detention) of
the CDSA.
Notice is hereby given that the
subject property, CFO file Number:
2015-3016, is subject to forfeiture
under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will
be forfeited to the Government for
disposal by the Director of Civil
Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute
is filed with the Director within the
time period set out in this notice.
A notice of dispute may be filed by
a person who claims to have an
interest in all or part of the subject
property. The notice of dispute
must be filed within 60 days of the
date upon which this notice is first
published.
You may obtain the form of a notice
of dispute, which must meet the
requirements of Section 14.07
of the CFA, from the Director’s
website, accessible online at www.
pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The
notice must be in writing, signed
in the presence of a lawyer or
notary public, and mailed to the
Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234
Station Provincial Government,
Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.
In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT:
LeaderThe The Cloverdale
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RENTALS
706 APARTMENT/CONDO
SurreyBeautifully Upscale
1 Bdrm Suites - perfect for the discerning renter!
Starting at $810. Located close to bus routes & skytrain, 20 min walk to Surrey City Centre.Max occ. 2 people. Sorry no pets.
Call Surrey Gardens Apts at 604-589-7040 to view
our Elite Suites!
733 MOBILE HOMES & PADSNEWTON MOBILE HOME PARK.
2 Large RV Pads available formobile home. Call 604-597-4787.
736 HOMES FOR RENT
Homelife Pen. Property 604-536-0220
N.DELTA 4 bdrm house with 2 full baths, garage & 500 s/f shed in back, RV pkng. Sept 15. $1900/mo. 604-591-9930 eves, 778-838-5154
OCEAN VIEW HOME IN SUN-SHINE HILLS, DELTA. 4 bdrm, 3 FULL RENOVATED bthrms, 2850 SF 2 STOREY HOME ON 15,000 SF LOT! TONS OF PARKING & DBL GARAGE. Avbl Sept. 1st RENT $2,600 a month. 1 dog/1 cat OK. email: janet@janetr.com. DE-TAILS & PICS: http://vancou-v e r . c r a i g -slist.ca/rds/apa/5135371546.html
SURREY 124 A/100. 3 Bdr rancher unit w/fp, St Helen’s Park area near church & schools, separate court-yard. NP/NS. $1100/mo +utils (neg) 604-589-1975, 604-816-9319
WE’RE ON THE WEBwww.bcclassified.com
RENTALS
736 HOMES FOR RENT
.Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244.
SURREY - 9682 137th St. 3 Bdrm split lvl house, lrg fenced yard, avail Sept 1st. $1400/mo. 604-880-6586
739 MOTELS, HOTELS
LINDA VISTA Motel Luxury Rooms w/cable, a/c & kitchens. 6498 King George Hwy. Mthly, Wkly & Daily Specials. 604-591-1171. Canadian Inn 6528 K.G.Hwy. 604-594-0010
750 SUITES, LOWER
FLEETWOOD brand new 2 bdrm suite w/priv lndry, Avail now. NS/NP $1000 incl utils/cble. 778-237-8204
GUILDFORD 1 bdrm ste. Avail Sept 1st. $650/mo incl utils & cable. N/P, no drugs, N/S only please. Suit 1 quiet person. Call: (778)395-3303
N.DELTA fully furnished 2 bdrm g/l ste $1000; unfurn $850. Sept1. Incl utils ldry cble NS/NP 604-358-0781
NEWTON 2 Bdrm bsmt ste, near Kwantlen College. $650 incl prkg & wifi . No cable or laundry. Avail now. N/S, N/P. (604)502-6806
NEWTON. 68/130. Newer, grnd lvl 2 bd ste. NS/NP. N/lndry. $700/mo. Avail Sept. 1st. 604-543-0402
SUNBURY - Large 1 bdrm grnd fl r, Heat, h/w, wifi , shrd lndry, sep ent, $700/mo. Quiet, clean, single ten-ant, N/S. Sept/Oct. 778-316-9119
SURREY 105/128 St. BACHELOR SUITE. N/S. N/P. Available now. $450 incl utils. Call (778)564-4450.
RENTALS
750 SUITES, LOWER
SURREY 141A/90th. 2 Bdrms, new carpet, no laundry. $800 incl hydro. N/P. 604-588-1948, 604-782-1948.
SURREY: 14678- 63rd Ave. 2 bdrm bsmt suite in newer house. lndry inc. Cls to all amens. $800/m. N/P. Avail now. Call 604-996-7860
752 TOWNHOUSES
SURREY 174/57 Ave. 2 Bdrm T/H. $920/mo. Quiet family complex,shopping mall across the street, no pets. Call 604-576-9969
SURREY 64/King George, 3 Bdrm T/H, $1140/mo, unfi nished bsmt, washer/dryer hook ups, quiet family complex,no pets.Call 604-596-1099
SURREYSUTTON PLACE13834 102 Avenue.
Family housing near amenities, transit, and schools. Crime-free multi-housing. Onsite laundry.
3 Bedroom townhome $1005/mo. Avail June 1/15. Subsidies Avail.
Call 604-451-6676
757 WANTED TO RENT
SWM 63 quiet caring honest NS/NP seeks R&B or room. Can pay good fee. 1-888-414-1449 (3-8pm)
TRANSPORTATION
818 CARS - DOMESTIC
2001 Chevy Cavalier LS, 4 dr, auto, loaded, good tires/run cond, $1550 obo. 604-592-4422, 778-836-4422
TRANSPORTATION
818 CARS - DOMESTIC
2008 MERC C230 Fully loaded. 91K. Agent maintained and in mint cond $18,500 778-998-7003
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
1997 CAMRY, 4 door, 4 cyl, auto, loaded, new tires, 180K, in mint cond. $3400 obo. 604-936-1270
2012 Toyota Corolla auto 4dr fully loaded heated seats $13,500 obo. Call anytime 604-828-9496
838 RECREATIONAL/SALE
CLASS A 33’ V10, 2 slides, gen, solar, new rubber/brakes, winter pkg, 2 tv’s, $46,000 obo.
Call: 604-541-8325
845 SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
• Autos • Trucks• Equipment Removal
FREE TOWING 7 days/wk.We pay Up To $500 CA$H
Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL
ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME
604.683.2200The Scrapper
851 TRUCKS & VANS
2000 NISSAN KING CAB XEV6, auto, 4x4, bedliner, no rust,
new brakes, runs well, 240K. $6900/obo. Call 604-807-6565.
PLUMBER RETIRING
2000 Chevy ExpressCargo Van - 2500 Series350 Motor. Air Conditioning.
All decked out for plumbingwith all materials. $12,500.Well Kept. Excellent cond!ALSO TOOLS FOR SALE.
778-772-5289 / 604-538-0849
Auction Sept. 1, 2015
at 12 Noon sharp
Golden Towing Ltd. is holding an auction for the
following vehicles.
1996 FORD MUSTANG VIN # 1FALP45X7TF225884
To Be Held at Golden Towing Ltd.
DBA Surrey Wide Towing # 10-7823 132nd Street,
Surrey BC, V3W 4M8
U-Haul Storage Center Surrey
Claims a Landlord’s Con-tractual Lien against the following person’s goods in storage at:
13554 84th AvenueSurrey, BC
604-591-2313
Auction is subject to cancel-lation at anytime without notice.
A18-04 Stephen Milligan #40 - 8560 150 St., Surrey, BC
A27-03 Paul Edgardo G. Vasquez 9171 162 St., Surrey, BC
A6-02 Kristi Anna Laplante 9071 141A St., Surrey, BC
B1 Daljeet Biring PO Box 33585 Central City, Surrey, BC
B13-03 Pearl Obrian 10793 142A St., Surrey, BC
B15-01 Debbie Pranteau 786 Hastings St., Vancouver, BC
B15-23 Kelly Angela Paradis 12257 97 Ave., Surrey, BC
C15-18 Paul Edgardo G. Vasquez 9171 162 St., Surrey, BC
C22-03 Angela McKinley #57 - 8560 162 St., Surrey, BC
C30-05 Alycia Heffernan 15935 111 Ave., Surrey, BC
C6 Lawrence Ashley McGill BSMT 13241 88 Ave., Surrey, BC
D8-02 Scott Raymond Landriault 4912 Pioneer Ave., Burnaby, BC
E8 Tyroy Michael Mellow 12612 114 Ave., Surrey, BC
F18-01 Monalisa Edmondson 13245 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC
F20-03 Brent Deinstadt 8694 Milton Dr., Surrey, BC
G24-06 Ivan Giesbrecht #251 - 20051 55A Ave., Surrey, BC
H1-15 Richard Yi-Hang Chow 4215 Tyson Pl., Richmond, BC
H14-15 Domingos Fernandes 13497 87A Ave., Surrey, BC
H22-02 Walter Scott 13249 95A Ave., Surrey, BC
X1-07 Harvey Squibb 12477 97B Ave., Surrey, BC
X2-04 Francis Daniel Jack 7761 146A St., Bsmt., Surrey, BC
X3-03 Philip Gropp 25468 Fraser Hwy., Aldergrove, BC
A sale will take place at the storage location on Friday August 28th, 2015. Viewing from 10:00AM - 12:00PM. Sealed bids will be opened at 12:30PM. Room contents are personal / household goods unless noted other-wise. Bids will be for entire contents of each unit.
Call a representative today - 604-575-5555
28 The Surrey-Nor th Delta Leader Fr iday August 21 2015
8300 GARDEN CITY RD, RICHMOND5 Bedrooms,3 Bathrooms
??? sq.ft. lot
SOLD $1,050,000
7921 110 ST, N.DELTA3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom
??? sq.ft. lot
SOLD $590,000
Not intended to solicit current listings and/or buyer agency agreements**1. We guarantee an off er within 28 days of the listing being displayed on the public MLS system if listed at listing agent recommended price. 2. Guaranteed sold in 88 days or we sell it for free if listed at listing agents recommended price. Buyers agent commission still applies. 3. We will pay your legal conveyance fees up to $600 on any transaction completed through the WestCor Group. 4. Up to $1000 paid for any referral upon completion of sale (referral fee based on $100 per $100,000 of completed sale price). *Top 1% for 2014 team medallion stats in the Fraser valley. Advertising Feature
THE TIME TO SELL IS NOW!THE TIME TO SELL IS NOW!Seize the opportunity today!Seize the opportunity today!
TOP 1% OF ALL REALTORS * Randy Mann
778.388.6850Rene Sandhu 604.307.9537
www.westcorgroup.com
Call Now for a Complimentary Evaluation 604-WESTCOR
8604 ARPE RD, N. DELTA5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms
8,708 sq.ft. lot
$635,000
12130 101A AVE, N.SURREY3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom
12,993 sq.ft. lot
$699,000
9871 123 ST, N.SURREY8 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms
4,308 sq.ft. fl oor area
$1,200,000
9159 122 ST, SURREY8 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms
3,820 sq.ft. fl oor area
$819,000
10624 RIVER RD, N. DELTA4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms
9,791 sq.ft. lot
$750,000
3629 196A ST, LANGLEY3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms
10,558 sq.ft. lot
$750,000
8676 112 STREET, N. DELTA6 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom
2,780 sq.ft. fl oor area
FOR SALE $650,000
Call right away and WestCor Group can help you determine what your home is worth. 604-WESTCOR (937-8267) or email us at
westcorgroup@gmail.com
FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE
4560 208TH ST, LANGLEY4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms
12,055 sq.ft. lot
SOLD $510,000
8697 TERRACE DR, N.DELTA5 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms
6,200 sq.ft. lot
SOLD $550,000
11067 84A AVE, N.DELTA4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms
6,200 sq.ft. lot
SOLD $601,000
5661 182ND ST, CLOVERDALE3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom
11,551 sq.ft. lot
SOLD $525,000
9472 116 ST, N.DELTA3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms
6,824 sq.ft. lot
SOLD $550,000
8801 DELVISTA DR, N.DELTA4 Bedrooms, 4Bathrooms
7,309 sq.ft. lot
SOLD $793,000
WESTCORWESTCORSELLSSELLS
FORFORMORE!!!MORE!!!
$70,001 over asking price!
$15,000 over asking price!
$51,000 over asking price!
$16,000 over asking price!
Subdividable Lot
$55,000 over asking price!
$15,000 over asking price!
$75,000 over asking price!
$43,000 over asking price!
HOW TO SELL YOUR HOMEPrepare For Your Own PurchaseBefore selling your home, give some careful thought about where you will live next. Planning ahead will save the time and money associated with moving multiple times or trying to get out of a deal after you sign a purchase agreement. Your Realtor can help you locate a new home or rental before you close.Get The Home Show Ready
If you can aff ord it, do whatever you can to make your home move-in ready. That
means replacing ripped screens, broken baseboards, leaky faucets and making cosmetic repairs, as well as updating landscaping.Get The Help of a Good Real-Estate
AgentMany people choose real-estate
agents based on referrals from family and friends,
but look beyond that to make sure you’re working with someone who does a lot of business in your particular neighborhood. While sales information for individual agents
often isn’t publicly available, you could
check with your local Realtor association
group for the data,
call the local multiple-listing service or ask a brokerage about their top sellers. Price It RightA good real-estate agent will help you price the home right—from the start. Overpricing often means a longer stay on the market as well as future price cuts—which often makes a home listing look stale and less desirable.Market The Home AppropriatelyIn addition to getting on the multiple-listing service, or MLS, as well as home listing sites online, your real-estate agent might recommend other methods of advertising, including open houses and direct mail postcards. Ask the agent how he or she plans on marketing the property before hiring the agent.Quality photography of the home is also important. Those who use professional real-estate photos sell listed homes 32% faster than all other listings. Make The House AvailableSome sellers create restrictions on when their home can be shown, but being infl exible on this point can hurt you. If people want to see it now, they’re going to contact that agent and going to want to see it immediately. Make your home available for all of the daylight hours. Otherwise, within two days, prospective buyers will fi nd another home and forget yours.Plan Your NegotiationKnow what you will and won’t give up when it comes to your sale, from price to closing date, repairs to closing costs. Knowing what outcome
you want in advance will help you avoid haggling over minor items that could cost you the sale.Finally, don’t focus as much on the fi nal sales price as on the fi nal net price. Many fi rst-time buyers ask for sellers to help with closing costs, for example, which aff ects the net cost.
FRASER VALLEY REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATEFraser Valley Real Estate Board’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) saw the highest number of real estate transactions ever recorded for the month of July. There were 2,184 property sales processed, an increase of 35 per cent compared to 1,615 sales in July of last year. The previous highest July was in 2009, with 2,089 sales and prior to that in 2005.Jorda Maisey is the Board’s President. “Home ownership is a passion in our country and in our region currently, conditions couldn’t be better to support that goal. Interest rates are the lowest they’ve been in six years, our provincial economy is on track to be the strongest in the country this year and in the Fraser Valley we have amongst the most aff ordable homes in the region. The Fraser Valley Board’s MLS® showed 7,681 active listings at the end of July, a decrease of 20 percent compared to the 9,636 listings available in July of last year. It received 3 per cent more new listings in July; 2,815 compared to the 2,724 new listings received during the same month last year.The MLS® Home Price Index benchmark price of a detached home in July was $621,100, an increase of 9.3 per cent compared to July of last year when it was $568,300. The MLS® HPI benchmark price of Fraser Valley townhouses increased 2.1 per cent going from $298,500 in July of last year to $304,900 last month. The benchmark price of apartments decreased year-over-year by 1 per cent, going from $194,700 in July of last year to $192,700 last month.
KNOWING IS HALF THE
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