March 20, 2012

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the Guildford Story is published quarterly by Guildford Town Centre.

We would love to hear from you.How are we doing?

Do you have any questions,or comments for us?

Would you like to suggest an articleor are you holding on to a bit ofGuildford nostalgia you would

like to share? Talk to us [email protected]

or call us at (604) 585-1565.

Shop with Us:104th Avenue and 152nd Street,

Surrey, BC

Hours of Operation:Monday & Tuesday 10 am – 6pmWednesday - Friday 10 am – 9pmSaturday & Sunday 10 am – 6pm

Holiday Hours:Good Friday, April 6 10 am – 6pm

Easter Sunday, April 8 10 am – 6pmVictoria Day, May 21 10 am – 6pm

Our future is in the hands of our youth. To keep youth engaged and active, Guildford Town Centre hosts Y.E.S., the Youth Event Series featuring a different youth group and activity each month. It’s a fun way to learn, try new things and meet new friends. It’s free to participate.All events take place next to Old Navy.

Coming up:

presented by the Surrey Youth Stewardship Squad

presented by Surrey Youth Council

presented by the Youth Arts Council of SurreyFor details, visit GuildfordTownCentre.com

What would your school do with an extra $5,000? Would your school upgrade computers? Purchase sports equipment? Stock the library? Until April 10, 2012, Guildford Town Centre is running earning4learning, an interactive contest offering 20

grabs with $5,000 of that going to the top school. Participation is simple. Every time you shop at Guildford, stop by the interactive kiosk near Customer Service and register your receipts. Each dollar spent (including taxes), earns one point for the local school of your choice.Like and share us! Earn more points online by

Facebook.com/GuildfordTownCentre, where you can boost your favourite school’s points and seewhich school is leading the contest for $5,000. Share the earning4learning contest link with friends on Facebook or your followers on Twitter, and you’ll earn fi ve extra points each time. Get your friends involved and increase your school’s chances! All local elementary and high schools are eligible to win.

Here’s your chance to be a part of Guildford history.We’re proud of our heritage, and especially you, our customers and community groups, past and present, who have been a part of it. Most of our history isvoid of social media, camera phones and digital cameras, so we’re counting on you to pull out thephoto albums and help us build a great snapshot ofour past. We want to build an exhibit showcasing ourhistory, and a virtual memory to share with you.We welcome photos with your stories relating to Guildford Town Centre from our fi rst day in 1966,to 2012.Here’s how it works. We’ll select ten fi nalists. Youcan vote for winning entries at the centre or onFacebook.com/GuildfordTownCentre

1st Place $500;2nd Place $250; 3rd Place $100 and seven honourarymentions earning $50 each. Help us recreate our visual history by submitting your photos with your stories today!Submissions accepted until April 20, 2012. Send submissions to [email protected], drop

the Guildford Story Guildford Town Centre Community Newsletter FIRST EDITION, Spring 2012

y.e.s. youth event series

Guildford Town Centre reserves the right to publish or refuse publication of photos. As we will not be able to return photos, please don’t send originals. Clearly identify photos with your name, email address and telephone number. Include information of who is in the photo, and what’s taking place.

Guildford Town Centre Community Newsletter

FIRST EDITION Spring 2012

what’s insideconstruction update ........ 2

community ..................... 3

contest & events .............. 4

Guildford Town Centre (Guildford) is changing, and we have plenty of exciting news to share! That’s why we’ve created the Guildford Story, a community newsletter to keep you updated on all the changes taking place in and around the centre.

Guildford was originally built in 1966, and today, the super regional enclosed shopping centre is owned by Ivanhoé Cambridge (Ivanhoé), one of the world’s leading real estate companies. In 1999, when Ivanhoé purchased a portfolio of properties, the package included several shopping centres. Guildford Town Centre, considered the jewel of the purchase, was among them.

“Guildford Town Centre was one of the major reasons we bought the portfolio,” said Gordon Wylie, Ivanhoé’s Senior Director of Development. The Development Team recognized at the time that the centre was overdue for a major renovation and expansion.

“This super regional shopping centre has always been a main attraction for consumers, and now, with this $280-million redevelopment, it’s going to surpass expectations.”

Phase 1A is now complete. We hope you’re enjoying our new Walmart Supercentre and convenient two-level parkade. But, we’ve got a long way to go.

Now, we’re focused on pulling in the West Coast design component highlighting British Columbia’s natural resources and elements.

Exciting changes to come include an expanded south side accommodating 75 new stores including new junior anchors, a modern, 965-seat Food Court, anew and improved children’s play area and more!

Check out our construction update section of theGuildford Story for more exciting news on physical changes and more.


design inspiration

We have enjoyed being part of the Surrey community for 45 years, and therelationships we have in this city have been life-long, and very dear to our hearts. We share a long, rich heritage together. That’s why it’s important to usthat these relationships be refl ected in our new direction rich history.bright future.As the City of Surrey has grown up, so have we. Our future runs parallel withthe city’s and Mayor Dianne Watts’ vision of The Future Lives Here. We believe that, too.By undertaking this signifi cant redevelopment, we will ensure Guildford TownCentre will be a productive part of this progressive and thriving region, for many years to come.We’d like to thank you for your patience and understanding as we move through the phases of this extensive redevelopment. We also encourage you to keepan eye on future newsletters, our website GuildfordTownCentre.comand our Facebook page for construction updates, milestones and specialpromotions and events at the centre. We invite you to stop by our offi ce with any questions or comments. Through it all, it’s business as usual and we encourage you to visit us often,preview our redevelopment progress, and help us celebrate the GuildfordStory. Thank you for being a part of our rich history. bright future. community initiatives

message from the Guildford teamconstruction update

Q: Has the children’s play park closed?

A: Yes. We are in the midst of a complete redevelopment of the existing shopping centre and in order to accommodate all the work required, it was necessary to remove the play park.

Q: Will there be a new children’s play park?

A: Yes, a new children’s area will open at the completion of our redevelopment in 2014. We promise a fun area with washroom facilities close by for added convenience.

Q: What if I miss the old play park?

A: We’ve donated our play park to the Guildford Recreation Centre, and they plan to install it sometime this year.

Q: What will the new play area look like?

A: Plans for the new play area are in the works. You are invited to complete a quick questionnaire about what you or your children would like to see in the new area. Stop by Customer Service and pick up a fun souvenir for your children too!

FAQ

’s

Ken Brandner, The BayFlash back to Guildford Town Centre’s early years, and you’ll fi nd a young Ken Brandner pumping gas at the

Woodward’s gas bar, part of the Surrey landscape back then.Today, he’s Sales Manager for The Bay’s Guildford location,and a long-time employee.“I’ve had every single department job you can think of in the company, and every operations job as well,” said Ken. But his early roots were with Woodward’s.“I ran the Woodward’s service station located at the cornerof 150th and 104th. It was a carousel-type operation withabout 12 pumps.”

He said there was a weekly incident involving the canopyoverhead at the gas bar.“One truck hit it one week, we’d fi x it. Another truck wouldhit it the next week,” he laughed.Woodward’s was also the fi rst to offer a drive through grocerypickup service. “We’d roll the groceries through this tunnel, sending themdown the conveyor belt in boxes,” he said. “Customers would drive by, load up and drive off.”Guildford was built in 1966, and during recent excavations,the old grocery tunnel was unearthed (see photos above).Woodward’s Food Floor closed in 1990 and Old Navy movedin. The Bay took over the department store portion shortlyafter. For more on the history of Woodward’s and The Bay,visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Woodward’s

During the fi rst phase(June 2010 to October 2011)…

cubic metres of debris. That’s enough to fi ll 32 Olympic-sized pools!

than 30,000 cubic metres of concrete! That’s enough to pave a six-foot wide sidewalk from Guildford to Vancouver – fi ve times over!

was an average of 215 dump trucks with trailers loaded every day - that’s one every 2 minutes.

fencing was installed.

fun facts

The new organic-focused interior and exterior design that will unfold throughoutGuildford Town Centre, will celebrate the West Coast lifestyle and the abundanceof natural resources that this great province has to offer.Expect a harmonized fusion of earth, forest, sea and sky that will tie the exterior and interior renovation together, with no sparing of the details.Areas such as Centre Court, the new and expanded Food Court and common areas will be transformed into elemental journeys of natural wood, cascading waterfalls, cloud-likefi xtures, glass tile mosaics, and comfortable areas with contemporary lounge seating.

We’re making progress! Our new 149,000 sq. ft. Walmart Supercentre and

Construction will continue near Walmart and the new parkade as work-ers build the fi nal 10,000 sq. ft. for the Supercentre, then connect all the above to the main shopping centre with two additional entrances.Currently, a temporary entrance from the parkade gives customers access to the centre, coming out near Bluenotes on the upper level. This portion ofthe redevelopment will be complete by Christmas 2012.Interior construction is also well underway for our new Centre Court and common areas. Centre Court area retailers have been relocated and the play park and staircase have been removed in preparation. Soon, a portion of the existing Centre Court upper fl oor will be demolished opening up the area, and at the heart of it all, a new glass-enclosed elevator with a dramatic water wall surrounded by a refl ecting pool and bench seating.We’ve also invested in plenty of signage to guide you around theredevelopment. Please stop by our Presentation Centre, located across from Old Navy, where you can view renderings, plans and a video on the future of Guildford Town Centre. Throughout construction, visit GuildfordTownCentre.com, and click on the redevelopment tab for current updates and retailer relocations.

Join us for Guildford Town Centre’s 4th Annual Recycling Roundup on

Bring your recyclables and support non-profi t organizations. VisitGuildfordTownCentre.com for details and a list of acceptable items.

Guildford memories


design inspiration

We have enjoyed being part of the Surrey community for 45 years, and therelationships we have in this city have been life-long, and very dear to our hearts. We share a long, rich heritage together. That’s why it’s important to usthat these relationships be refl ected in our new direction rich history.bright future.As the City of Surrey has grown up, so have we. Our future runs parallel withthe city’s and Mayor Dianne Watts’ vision of The Future Lives Here. We believe that, too.By undertaking this signifi cant redevelopment, we will ensure Guildford TownCentre will be a productive part of this progressive and thriving region, for many years to come.We’d like to thank you for your patience and understanding as we move through the phases of this extensive redevelopment. We also encourage you to keepan eye on future newsletters, our website GuildfordTownCentre.comand our Facebook page for construction updates, milestones and specialpromotions and events at the centre. We invite you to stop by our offi ce with any questions or comments. Through it all, it’s business as usual and we encourage you to visit us often,preview our redevelopment progress, and help us celebrate the GuildfordStory. Thank you for being a part of our rich history. bright future. community initiatives

message from the Guildford teamconstruction update

Q: Has the children’s play park closed?

A: Yes. We are in the midst of a complete redevelopment of the existing shopping centre and in order to accommodate all the work required, it was necessary to remove the play park.

Q: Will there be a new children’s play park?

A: Yes, a new children’s area will open at the completion of our redevelopment in 2014. We promise a fun area with washroom facilities close by for added convenience.

Q: What if I miss the old play park?

A: We’ve donated our play park to the Guildford Recreation Centre, and they plan to install it sometime this year.

Q: What will the new play area look like?

A: Plans for the new play area are in the works. You are invited to complete a quick questionnaire about what you or your children would like to see in the new area. Stop by Customer Service and pick up a fun souvenir for your children too!

FAQ

’s

Ken Brandner, The BayFlash back to Guildford Town Centre’s early years, and you’ll fi nd a young Ken Brandner pumping gas at the

Woodward’s gas bar, part of the Surrey landscape back then.Today, he’s Sales Manager for The Bay’s Guildford location,and a long-time employee.“I’ve had every single department job you can think of in the company, and every operations job as well,” said Ken. But his early roots were with Woodward’s.“I ran the Woodward’s service station located at the cornerof 150th and 104th. It was a carousel-type operation withabout 12 pumps.”

He said there was a weekly incident involving the canopyoverhead at the gas bar.“One truck hit it one week, we’d fi x it. Another truck wouldhit it the next week,” he laughed.Woodward’s was also the fi rst to offer a drive through grocerypickup service. “We’d roll the groceries through this tunnel, sending themdown the conveyor belt in boxes,” he said. “Customers would drive by, load up and drive off.”Guildford was built in 1966, and during recent excavations,the old grocery tunnel was unearthed (see photos above).Woodward’s Food Floor closed in 1990 and Old Navy movedin. The Bay took over the department store portion shortlyafter. For more on the history of Woodward’s and The Bay,visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Woodward’s

During the fi rst phase(June 2010 to October 2011)…

cubic metres of debris. That’s enough to fi ll 32 Olympic-sized pools!

than 30,000 cubic metres of concrete! That’s enough to pave a six-foot wide sidewalk from Guildford to Vancouver – fi ve times over!

was an average of 215 dump trucks with trailers loaded every day - that’s one every 2 minutes.

fencing was installed.

fun facts

The new organic-focused interior and exterior design that will unfold throughoutGuildford Town Centre, will celebrate the West Coast lifestyle and the abundanceof natural resources that this great province has to offer.Expect a harmonized fusion of earth, forest, sea and sky that will tie the exterior and interior renovation together, with no sparing of the details.Areas such as Centre Court, the new and expanded Food Court and common areas will be transformed into elemental journeys of natural wood, cascading waterfalls, cloud-likefi xtures, glass tile mosaics, and comfortable areas with contemporary lounge seating.

We’re making progress! Our new 149,000 sq. ft. Walmart Supercentre and

Construction will continue near Walmart and the new parkade as work-ers build the fi nal 10,000 sq. ft. for the Supercentre, then connect all the above to the main shopping centre with two additional entrances.Currently, a temporary entrance from the parkade gives customers access to the centre, coming out near Bluenotes on the upper level. This portion ofthe redevelopment will be complete by Christmas 2012.Interior construction is also well underway for our new Centre Court and common areas. Centre Court area retailers have been relocated and the play park and staircase have been removed in preparation. Soon, a portion of the existing Centre Court upper fl oor will be demolished opening up the area, and at the heart of it all, a new glass-enclosed elevator with a dramatic water wall surrounded by a refl ecting pool and bench seating.We’ve also invested in plenty of signage to guide you around theredevelopment. Please stop by our Presentation Centre, located across from Old Navy, where you can view renderings, plans and a video on the future of Guildford Town Centre. Throughout construction, visit GuildfordTownCentre.com, and click on the redevelopment tab for current updates and retailer relocations.

Join us for Guildford Town Centre’s 4th Annual Recycling Roundup on

Bring your recyclables and support non-profi t organizations. VisitGuildfordTownCentre.com for details and a list of acceptable items.

Guildford memories


the Guildford Story is published quarterly by Guildford Town Centre.

We would love to hear from you.How are we doing?

Do you have any questions,or comments for us?

Would you like to suggest an articleor are you holding on to a bit ofGuildford nostalgia you would

like to share? Talk to us [email protected]

or call us at (604) 585-1565.

Shop with Us:104th Avenue and 152nd Street,

Surrey, BC

Hours of Operation:Monday & Tuesday 10 am – 6pmWednesday - Friday 10 am – 9pmSaturday & Sunday 10 am – 6pm

Holiday Hours:Good Friday, April 6 10 am – 6pm

Easter Sunday, April 8 10 am – 6pmVictoria Day, May 21 10 am – 6pm

Our future is in the hands of our youth. To keep youth engaged and active, Guildford Town Centre hosts Y.E.S., the Youth Event Series featuring a different youth group and activity each month. It’s a fun way to learn, try new things and meet new friends. It’s free to participate.All events take place next to Old Navy.

Coming up:

presented by the Surrey Youth Stewardship Squad

presented by Surrey Youth Council

presented by the Youth Arts Council of SurreyFor details, visit GuildfordTownCentre.com

What would your school do with an extra $5,000? Would your school upgrade computers? Purchase sports equipment? Stock the library? Until April 10, 2012, Guildford Town Centre is running earning4learning, an interactive contest offering 20

grabs with $5,000 of that going to the top school. Participation is simple. Every time you shop at Guildford, stop by the interactive kiosk near Customer Service and register your receipts. Each dollar spent (including taxes), earns one point for the local school of your choice.Like and share us! Earn more points online by

Facebook.com/GuildfordTownCentre, where you can boost your favourite school’s points and seewhich school is leading the contest for $5,000. Share the earning4learning contest link with friends on Facebook or your followers on Twitter, and you’ll earn fi ve extra points each time. Get your friends involved and increase your school’s chances! All local elementary and high schools are eligible to win.

Here’s your chance to be a part of Guildford history.We’re proud of our heritage, and especially you, our customers and community groups, past and present, who have been a part of it. Most of our history isvoid of social media, camera phones and digital cameras, so we’re counting on you to pull out thephoto albums and help us build a great snapshot ofour past. We want to build an exhibit showcasing ourhistory, and a virtual memory to share with you.We welcome photos with your stories relating to Guildford Town Centre from our fi rst day in 1966,to 2012.Here’s how it works. We’ll select ten fi nalists. Youcan vote for winning entries at the centre or onFacebook.com/GuildfordTownCentre

1st Place $500;2nd Place $250; 3rd Place $100 and seven honourarymentions earning $50 each. Help us recreate our visual history by submitting your photos with your stories today!Submissions accepted until April 20, 2012. Send submissions to [email protected], drop

the Guildford Story Guildford Town Centre Community Newsletter FIRST EDITION, Spring 2012

y.e.s. youth event series

Guildford Town Centre reserves the right to publish or refuse publication of photos. As we will not be able to return photos, please don’t send originals. Clearly identify photos with your name, email address and telephone number. Include information of who is in the photo, and what’s taking place.

Guildford Town Centre Community Newsletter

FIRST EDITION Spring 2012

what’s insideconstruction update ........ 2

community ..................... 3

contest & events .............. 4

Guildford Town Centre (Guildford) is changing, and we have plenty of exciting news to share! That’s why we’ve created the Guildford Story, a community newsletter to keep you updated on all the changes taking place in and around the centre.

Guildford was originally built in 1966, and today, the super regional enclosed shopping centre is owned by Ivanhoé Cambridge (Ivanhoé), one of the world’s leading real estate companies. In 1999, when Ivanhoé purchased a portfolio of properties, the package included several shopping centres. Guildford Town Centre, considered the jewel of the purchase, was among them.

“Guildford Town Centre was one of the major reasons we bought the portfolio,” said Gordon Wylie, Ivanhoé’s Senior Director of Development. The Development Team recognized at the time that the centre was overdue for a major renovation and expansion.

“This super regional shopping centre has always been a main attraction for consumers, and now, with this $280-million redevelopment, it’s going to surpass expectations.”

Phase 1A is now complete. We hope you’re enjoying our new Walmart Supercentre and convenient two-level parkade. But, we’ve got a long way to go.

Now, we’re focused on pulling in the West Coast design component highlighting British Columbia’s natural resources and elements.

Exciting changes to come include an expanded south side accommodating 75 new stores including new junior anchors, a modern, 965-seat Food Court, anew and improved children’s play area and more!

Check out our construction update section of theGuildford Story for more exciting news on physical changes and more.

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