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WednesdayFebruary 24, 2016 (Vol. 41 No. 15)

Conservative MP focuses on freight, access and erosion on Semiahmoo Peninsula route

Rail safety – not relocation – on agenda

Community rallies seven months after man was shot dead outside South Surrey police station

Our leaders haven’t reached out to me: mother

Alex BrowneStaff Reporter

MP Dianne Watts has won a call for a federal study of the safety of the BNSF line through White Rock and South Surrey – but acknowledges relocation of the contentious waterfront route is on a back burner for now.

The South Surrey-White Rock MP’s motion was approved in Ottawa Monday, by the Standing Committee for Transport,

Infrastructure and Communities. Watts, Conservative critic for infrastruc-

ture and communities, confirmed that con-sideration of relocating the railway inland is not on the table at present.

“We are not discussing the realignment at this time,” the former Surrey mayor told Peace Arch News by email Tuesday. “It is about rail safety and the access to Crescent Beach and the erosion of the foreshore. That

is the priority at this point in time.”Relocating the rail line inland has long

been discussed by local politicians, includ-ing Watts during her three terms as mayor prior to her election as MP last fall.

Watts told PAN the scope of the study would be determined by the committee at its next meeting and that she expected wit-nesses would be called “in the near future.”

In the motion passed by the committee,

Watts outlined long-standing issues about the line, including increased freight traffic, the carrying of dangerous goods, popula-tion density near the tracks, soil erosion and landslides during periods of heavy rainfall and environmental concerns.

She also highlighted lack of emergency access to Crescent Beach when a train is blocking the road crossings, citing a major

Tracy HolmesStaff Reporter

Seven months after the shooting death of her son outside the South Surrey RCMP office, Jen-nifer Brooks says it’s time to put pressure for answers on local politicians.

“Where are our leaders?” Brooks said Monday, the morning after leading a march in memory of her son, Hudson.

Brooks said she has heard nothing from Sur-rey Mayor Linda Hepner or Surrey-White Rock MLA Gordon Hogg in the months since Hud-

son, 20, was killed.“Our son was shot down in the streets of Sur-

rey – they haven’t reached out to me.“Where is the compassion? A young man loses

his life and we’re not contacted.”Hudson was fatally shot by police last July

18, in an early morning altercation outside the district police office; an officer was also wounded. No specifics of what transpired have been publicly disclosed, though officials with the Independent Investigation Office – which investigates police-involved incidents that

result in serious injury or death – confirmed shortly after the shooting that only police-issue weapons were found at the scene.

Monday, Hepner declined to comment on the matter to Peace Arch News, citing the ongoing IIO investigation; Hogg’s office responded that he is out of the country until Friday.

IIO spokesman Marten Youssef said by email that his office still awaits “third-party” reports.

“However, our investigation is fully underway to ensure that when these reports come back to

Gord Goble photosFriends, family and supporters of Hudson Brooks – including (below) mother Jennifer and brother Beau – call for justice, during a march along 152 Street in South Surrey Sunday.

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newsPier restaurant, marina expansion among $60 million in investments eyed by city

White Rock revives Spirit Square vision

Animal-control officers make repeat visits to South Surrey neighbourhood

Stubborn ‘neighbours’ leave hoofprints, waste on lawns

Melissa Smalley Staff Reporter

The City of White Rock is bud-geting for $60 million worth of general asset improvement proj-ects over the next four years, with nearly half of that slated for the waterfront, including creation of a million-dollar Spirit Square at Memorial Park.

Projects laid out in the city’s 2016-2020 draft financial plan were reviewed at the Feb. 15 finance and audit committee meeting, where council members unanimously voted to push the timeline ahead for Memorial Park, pier washroom and tourism kiosk upgrades – for a total price tag of $1,580,000.

The projects were initially sched-uled for funding in 2017/18, how-ever, Coun. Grant Meyer asked to move them onto this year’s plan.

Coun. Lynne Sinclair noted the green space west of the pier entrance is “looking old” and it made sense to make it a priority, as work would not require approvals from other levels of government.

“With Memorial Park and the washrooms, which are already on the budget, it’s something that we can do within the next year that will really make a statement on the waterfront,” Sinclair said.

Plans for a Spirit Square at Memo-rial Park were first presented in 2008, as part of a provincial-grant program celebrating B.C.’s 150th anniversary. The city had three conceptual drawings created as a potential public plaza for the green space, however, the project became the source of contention among council, residents and waterfront business owners. Council of the day eventually voted against the project.

Coun. Helen Fathers said Mon-

day that while she supports mov-ing the projects’ timeline up, she wanted to “see a conversation come forward to council” before upgrades are given the green light.

“It’s imperative that we have that conversation to alert the public,” Fathers said. “We can’t leave the public out of our decisions and then say, ‘oh, it’s in the budget anyways.’”

Other big-ticket projects on the draft financial plan include a $100,000 concept plan for the “creation of land” on East Beach, between Finlay Street and the pier. Pending the necessary approvals, the city has budgeted $15 million for the shoreline-extension project,

to be funded by Community Ame-nity Contributions (CACs) – paid by developers of approved projects – grants and fundraising efforts.

The city is also eyeing a $4.7-mil-lion extension of the promenade to Coldicutt Ravine, budgeted for 2017; a $5.5 million waterfront parking facility on recently purchased prop-erty on Vidal Street; $2 million for pier seabed dredging; an $850,000 marina expansion; and $100,000 for servicing a pier restaurant.

Meyer told Peace Arch News that the latter project was intended to be a tourist draw, as well as a nod to the historic legion that used to stand on the east side of the pier. He said that

while plans are preliminary, he has had “numerous calls” from business owners who would be interested in building, leasing and running a restaurant on the pier.

The “shelf life” of city hall – slated for more than $700,000 worth of renovations and seismic upgrades – was also subject of discussion.

Sinclair cited “inadequate” work-space at the aging 15322 Buena Vista Ave. building and lack of accessibil-ity for those with mobility issues.

“I’m reluctant to spend another dime without fully understanding the shelf life of this building,” Sin-clair said.

Meyer agreed, noting it is “wish-

ful thinking” that the existing city hall could last 20 years.

“No one wants to come out and say we need a new city hall, but it’s something we’re going to have to address – if it’s not this term of council, it’s the next,” Meyer said.

Mayor Wayne Baldwin – who speculated it would cost $30 million to replace city hall – said the matter needs a “fulsome discussion.”

“Perhaps we can put that on a future agenda for a planning ses-sion,” Baldwin said.

The city’s 2016-2020 draft finan-cial plan will go to a public meet-ing Feb. 29, and is tentatively set to be adopted March 21.


A pair of at-large donkeys brought animal-con-trol and bylaw officers to South Surrey Friday.

“We were familiar with the property that the donkeys are from,” Kim Marosevich, Surrey bylaw business operations manager, said Mon-day. “The donkeys aren’t the only concerns that we’ve had. There have been multiple visits to the property for a variety of animal-control issues.”

Longtime resident John Buttrum said he called

the city several times Friday after the donkeys got onto his property in the 2800-block of 169 Street “causing absolute filth (excrement) and damage to my landscaping and exotic flora.”

“I’ve got hoofprints in my lawn,” Buttram told Peace Arch News Monday. “I don’t know what damage they’ve done to the flowers because they’ve not come up yet.”

Noting livestock breaches from a nearby five-acre property have been “an exercise in frustra-tion” over the years, Buttrum said he and neigh-

bours have had everything from pigs, sheep and goats to llamas, horses and cows in their yards.

Marosevich said the city’s repeated visits to the property in question over the past six months “suggest to me that there’s a lack of capacity to manage the situation as it’s required.”

In this case, the donkeys’ owner had to pay a $200 impound fee to get the animals back, and has been told to make adjustments to fencing. Animal control will continue to monitor the situation and “we’ll go from there,” she said.

Tracy Holmes photoA $1.5-million upgrade to Memorial Park and surrounding area has been pushed to the forefront unanimously by members of White Rock council.

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In November 2013, the then-mayor was one of the drivers of a community forum in South Sur-rey – on a panel with White Rock Mayor Wayne Baldwin – that presented four possible BNSF realignment routes for discus-sion.

Although met with some resis-tance by residents anxious that a relocated route would invade their neighbourhood, the idea of ‘moving the tracks’ has remained a hot-button issue in the com-munity.

It was raised again this month at a White Rock forum on the upcoming federal budget, orga-nized by the South Surrey-White Rock Federal Liberal Associa-tion, at which Fleetwood-Port Kells Liberal MP Ken Hardie – who also sits on the Transport, Infrastructure and Communities subcommittee – said relocating the rail line “makes all the sense in the world.” He cautioned, how-ever, that “gone are the days that any government can just simply bulldoze its way through and do what it wants.”

Watts has said consistently since the original forum that her overriding concern is safety

around the existing route.In December 2013 she told PAN

that the first meeting was “about beginning the conversation” and that “the realignment conversa-tion is secondary to the conversa-tion around safety issues.” Mov-ing the line, she acknowledged at that time, “would be a lengthy process, without a doubt.”

Watts’ successor at Surrey City Hall, Mayor Linda Hepner, cam-paigned in the November 2014 municipal election on a promise to pursue relocating or realign-ing the BNSF waterfront route, or at least address the concerns of rail safety, slope stability and

access to Crescent Beach.Baldwin has said repeatedly

that relocation of the rail line off the waterfront is still the most desirable goal for the city.

“This has been sort of like our long-term goal,” he told PAN in 2014, estimating it could be accomplished in five years.

Rail relocation was also a popu-lar topic at all-candidates meet-ings during the federal election, with candidates for the Liberals, the NDP, the Green party and the Progressive Canadian Party argu-ing that shifting the rail route is a moral responsibility that would supercede considerations of cost.

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us, we can proceed to the next stage without delay,” he writes.

Youssef did not have a timeline for when the reports would be complete, but said that once they arrive, the chief civilian director of the IIO will review the inves-tigation.

“If the CCD concludes that an officer MAY have committed an offence, he will file a report to Crown counsel.”

Youssef noted the IIO does not make or recommend charges; that is up to the Crown. If it’s determined no offence was com-mitted, the IIO report, including reasoning, will be posted online, he said.

Brooks told PAN it is “devastat-ing” to not have any answers yet, and pledged to continue pushing until that changes.

“We won’t stop,” she said.Sunday’s march was the sec-

ond organized by Hudson’s

family and friends to keep his death at the forefront of people’s minds and continue the push for answers.

Brooks estimated nearly 200 people turned out – more than seen at an October march, on the three-month anniversary of Hudson’s death – and described the event as “so powerful and so inspiring.”

“It’s wonderful… to see how loved Hudson was,” she said.

“He was such a beautiful boy with a beautiful life ahead of him, and now he doesn’t have it. It’s so unfair.”

March participants, who also included Hudson’s dad and sib-lings, walked north from 17 Avenue to 24th and back, carry-ing ‘Justice for Hudson’ placards and chanting their call for justice along the way. The march ended at the South Surrey district police office, where Brooks addressed the crowd.

“Hudson did not deserve this, Hudson did not deserve to die,” she said.

“We’re here to say that Hudson Brooks’ life mattered.”

Brooks told PAN the next event will be held on Hudson’s birth-day, March 30, and is to include a balloon and lantern release at the beach. After that, she said, another, bigger march will take place on Sunday, July 17 – one day before the one-year anniver-sary. That event will head south into White Rock, she said.

“We’re going to take the street that day,” she said.

Brooks said she is “so grate-ful” for the community’s sup-port in the months since Hudson was killed. She also reiterated her belief that despite what hap-pened to Hudson, she knows “there’s amazing police officers out there.”

“They sure were not there that night with my son.”

Gord Goble photoJennifer Brooks addresses a crowd following Sunday’s march at the memorial to her son, Hudson.

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A chilly event to raise funds and awareness to help address homelessness is being deemed a success.

Organizers of Sources Commu-nity Resource Centre’s Coldest Night of the Year – though still counting donations – confirmed Monday the fundraiser, held Feb. 20, generated at least $62,000 for the cause.

More than 300 people – includ-ing volunteers, staff and BC Lions’ Marco Iannuzzi – turned out for the White Rock walk, which kicked off with a flash-mob warmup to the Proclaimers’ 500 Miles.

Funds raised – it’s hoped the final tally will top $70,000 – will benefit Sources’ homeless pre-vention programs, including the Rent Bank and other non-funded activities.

Saturday’s event was the third annual. Participants completed either a two-, five- or 10-kilo-

metre walk along White Rock beach.

In addition to $8,000 cash received over the weekend, the event received sponsorships – including $5,000 each from

South Surrey-based Elkay Devel-opments Ltd and Bray Enter-prises Ltd – as well as in-kind support from many other local businesses.

– Tracy Holmes

Jamie Schellekens photoA flash-mob warmup kicks off Sources’ Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser in White Rock Saturday.

Hundreds of people came together at Semiahmoo Shopping Centre Saturday night in support of the Surrey Fire Fighters’ Charitable Society’s Ignite a Dream program.

The formal evening – which included music, wine and beer tasting, and food from local restaurants – drew close to 500 people and raised an estimated

$30,000 for the Ignite program.“We had 450 wine glasses and

we ran out – we had to go get some more, so we know we had at least that many people,” said Jeri Cox, marketing manager for Semiahmoo Shopping Centre.

“It was a terrific evening, just fantastic.”

The Ignite a Dream program aims to provide underprivileged

children throughout Surrey with educational opportunities.

Saturday’s cocktail soiree was third annual, and featured 32 different vintners, five craft-beer tastings and food from 16 restaurants.

For more on the Ignite a Dream program, visit www.surreyfirefighters.com/ignite

– Nick Greenizan

Candie Tanaka photosGuests check out silent-auction items. Below, Surrey fire fighters check tickets and welcome guests; bottom, chefs put the finishing touches on some appetizers.

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If you notice a large number of people wearing pink today, it’s likely not just due to early spring-like weather.

Today (Wednesday) is Pink Shirt Day – also known as Anti-Bullying Day – when everyone is encouraged to stand united against abusive behaviour.

It all started back in 2007, when Nova Scotia high school students David Shepherd and Travis Price decided to stand up for a classmate who was being bullied for wearing pink.

The two students bought a stack of 50 pink tank tops for their peers, and when the sea of pink greeted the bully the next day, the nastiness was shut down in its tracks.

And the world took notice. After all, bullying isn’t a rite of passage, it isn’t acceptable in any form and it isn’t restricted to youngsters on the school yard. It happens on sports fields, in the workplace and, increasingly, online, too.

In the years since the first Pink Shirt Day, awareness – and kindness – has grown exponentially. The Pink Shirt Day movement has spread around the globe. (The United Nations has proclaimed May 4 Anti-Bullying Day).

Let’s hope the word continues to travel, because despite the raised awareness, bullying continues.

As the Surrey Fire Fighters Association notes, bullying is still “a major problem in our schools, places of work and our community at large.” The fire service is among the numerous organizations in Surrey and White Rock – along with RCMP and police, school districts and businesses – that will be proudly sporting pink in support of those who suffer.

Net proceeds from sales of official pink t-shirts (www.pinkshirtday.ca) support the CKNW Orphans’ Fund and are distributed to various organizations across B.C. and Alberta. The programs funded support children’s healthy self-esteem, both with their peers and themselves. They teach empathy, compassion and kindness.

And throughout Feb. 24, Coast Capital Savings will donate $1 per #PinkItForward hashtag used on social media to Pink Shirt Day, up to $45,000.

Bullying will likely never be wiped out completely, but we can hope to reduce its hold on society, as has been done with once socially acceptable drinking and driving.

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Fraser Health Authority is closing 80 hospital beds.

In a health region whose population is growing faster than any other in the province – where waits at emergency rooms are by far the longest, and waits for surgery are often longer than in any other region – this makes absolutely no sense.

FHA says it wants to move some care into the community, either at community-care facilities or at home. More than 400 residential beds are being opened in the Fraser Valley, with 92 of those at Evergreen Campus in White Rock. It also plans to open 10 new hospice beds.

The fact that many more community-care beds, hospice beds and facilities are opening is good news. People are living longer, and many have advanced care needs. They need regular care, and clearly an acute-care hospital isn’t the best place to provide that type of service.

However, simultaneously cutting hospital beds makes no sense at all. Most hospitals in the FHA, particularly in fast-growing areas like Surrey, White Rock, Langley, Abbotsford, Maple Ridge and Port Moody, are significantly overcrowded now. All are facing bed

closures. The closure of 80 beds marks a loss of almost three per cent of the region’s 3,000 hospital beds.

Surrey-Green Timbers NDP MLA Sue Hammell points out that Surrey Memorial Hospital is already 89 patients over capacity. She also notes that FHA gets the lowest per capita finding of any health region in the province.

Two moves by the provincial government in last week’s budget draw more attention to just how badly served residents of the Fraser region are, when it comes to health services.

The province is reducing Medical Service Plan premiums for some, but boosting them for many others. Couples (who

make $42,000 per year or more) will be paying $156 per month starting next January, up $20 from this year’s rates. MSP premiums have risen by more than 40 per cent since 2009.

Are residents of the FHA region, who are about to lose medical services, going to get a rebate instead?

The other provincial move is to take the property purchase tax off new homes valued at $750,000 or more, in the name of making it easier to buy a home. This comes amid great political pressure

about the skyrocketing cost of housing, particularly in Vancouver.

The net effect of this move will be a rush of buyers into many areas of the FHA, notably Surrey, Langley and Maple Ridge, where there are a significant number of new homes available for under $750,000.

Such is not the case in Vancouver. This rush of new residents means even

more pressure on FHA facilities, about to have fewer open hospital beds, and longer waits at ERs.

The provincial government is not doing any favours for this region. In addition to this cut in health services, it is planning a new toll bridge which will put even more pressure on the Alex Fraser and Pattullo Bridges. It is doing nothing to add transit service south of the Fraser. It is very slow to approve new schools and additions, despite more crowding in Surrey schools than anywhere else in the province.

In the area of health services, Fraser Health Authority has long been underserved. As most of the referral hospitals are located in Vancouver, many FHA patients do get treatment there.

However, that is no reason to close any hospital beds in a region that is growing so quickly, has a large proportion of children and a growing number of seniors.

The South Fraser region cannot continue to take in thousands of new residents each month without some serious attention to all these issues, yet little is being done to significantly address these challenges.

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Reconsidering our safe havenEditor:

A friend and I were walking home last Wednesday from “wing night” at a local pub and walked passed the transit bay at White Rock centre.

As is normal, I look to see who and what is in my surroundings. I made eye contact with a young man, 20ish, leaning against one of the pillars, apparently waiting for a bus. As we passed, we heard the distinct sound of a knife blade snapping into place.

This was obviously a young man’s testosterone-fueled bravado, but it was also a not-so-veiled threat.

We didn’t stop or even look back, but I was now on heightened alert and listening for any movement. While I didn’t feel immediately threatened, it did make me wonder what that fellow must have been thinking and what would I be prepared to do to defend myself and my friends?

I’m writing this publicly because this has obviously bothered me. I realize this is the way of the world and our peaceful little enclave isn’t completely sheltered as we may wish.

I feel, we as a community, need to be more proactive in a harm-reduction approach. The media, the police and our citizenry need to step up and make sure that this element is not welcome nor tolerated in our community.

I, for one, would be willing to volunteer and participate in a program to help keep our neighbourhoods safe.Adam D. Smith, Surrey

Balancing perspectiveEditor:Re: Divergent leadership, Feb. 17 letters.

The facts in Mary Bruce’s letter are misleading.

Regarding balanced books and paying off the current debt, the Canadian Taxpayers Federation – a well-respected organization, especially by Conservatives – has the true facts regarding Canada’s national debt. Their facts show former prime minister Stephen Harpers’ Conservatives had balanced books in only two years of their mandate and increased our current debt by $152 billion.

I can only assume Harpers’ Conservatives do not care that our children and grandchildren will have to pay off this added debt.

Regarding the 2008 financial crisis, the legislation governing Canadian banks was not enacted by Harper. It had been in place for many years. Further, it is well documented that much of the credit for the protection of our respected banking system goes to former prime ministers Jean Chretien and Paul Martin, who in 1998 announced that two high-profile bank mergers would not be allowed to proceed, thus ensuring a stable banking system.

Harper was prime minister for

nine years. In that time, he avoided the media, gave lip service to open and transparent government and imparted his personnel philosophy on Canadians – a philosophy of fear, divide and conquer and making financial decisions that inflicted hardship on the most vulnerable.

In his haste to change this country, he forgot one thing: Canadians are caring people, and in the end they decisively rejected his ideology. Ian Routledge, White Rock

Speaking out about arsenicEditor:

We’re told arsenic levels in White Rock drinking water have been at or near maximum acceptable levels for a number of years.

Why did the city not advise citizens of potential risk so we could have reduced intake?

The city and/or provincial health authority who monitors should have made the public aware and/or forced the city or Epcor to reduce.

I suggest the city or province immediately make available tests for citizens to determine arsenic levels.

I lived in White Rock from 1996 through 2015 and would have purchased separate drinking water or, if available, used filters to screen out the arsenic. I believe a class-action lawsuit for lack of bringing this huge health risk to the attention

is best way to get action for change and for future disclosure. Robert Stoneham, SurreyEditor’s note: B.C.’s Ministry of Health requires providers to notify the public when there is a potential problem. Annual drinking-water quality tests are posted on the city’s website.

An open letter to White Rock Mayor Wayne Baldwin.

Your rhetoric and humiliation is difficult to bear. To insult any person doing their civic duty is an insult to democratic process.

As a member of society, one of our responsibilities is to be well-informed and give freely, without thought of gain, real concrete facts that may benefit one’s life and community.

To quote a Province newspaper article on arsenic fears in White Rock, you said: “We have a lot of PhDs in Google. There is a lot of (erroneous) stuff on the Internet about people being poisoned.”

As true as this statement is, the fact remains ‘Google Scholar’ is a world-renowned resource of academic articles and journals.

You have won… to a degree. Councils’ criticisms and the very effective use of closing most avenues to public discourses have effectively created indifference and apathy within the heart of our community. The silence of disappointment is resounding.

Please be informed that contrary to popular belief, I use my intellect with due respect to truth given by imminent people of knowledge.

A learned man said, “The highest form of ignorance is when you reject something you don’t know anything about.”

Trust me. You have been heard. It is the reason a few good people will continue to stand apart from discrepancies and be willing to suffer the indignation of disrespect.Charon Hunniford, White Rock

Not part of the natural processEditor:Re: Climate connection, Jan. 8 letters.

Jerry Lucky, in his letter of Dec. 18 (Evidence ignore), states “to suggest we can magically control the climate to maintain the status-quo that we choose flies in the face of all available scientific evidence.”

He is correct, but he misses the point. Climate activists do not suggest that we can or should control climate. The opposite is true. They wish to minimize human influence on climate.

The current rapid climate change is not part of any natural process. It is caused by humans. The science to support that is strong. NASA satellite data does not contradict that, notwithstanding columnist Tom Fletcher’s assertion (Inconvenient truths of climate change, Dec. 2).Bill McConnell, Surrey

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Editor:Do you want to help with the economy?Speed is a big factor in the Greater Vancouver area.

There are people doing upwards of 40 km/h or more over the posted speed limit, and I seldom see – three times in 2015 – any radar to slow drivers down.

Well, I think it is great. Speed keeps the economy flowing. Once you go over 110 klicks, your fuel economy drops by about 10 per cent and it keeps going down after that, so you keep the service stations and their companies employed.

Chances of sliding off the road improve at these speeds with the Vancouver weather. Drivers that slide off the road employ tow-truck drivers to retrieve them. A driver that slides off the road and into a pole, again, tow truck drivers and now an auto-body shop.

Let’s keep it going. A driver slams into a vehicle – the tow truck, the auto-body shop, as well as the police and fire crew are employed.

We can push it some more. You slam into another vehicle and there are injuries. You have the tow truck, auto-body, police, fire crew, and now the ambulance and hospital staff all employed because of speed. As well, the

temporary employment agency is contacted to help the companies that are now minus their employees that are in the hospital or on leave to recoup.

Let’s go a bit more. You are late for work and it is raining. Happens in Vancouver doesn’t it? You’re in a rush – aren’t most drivers? – and speed increases to 130 km/h and climbing when you lose control and slam headfirst into an oncoming vehicle killing a family.

Now, we have all of the above – plus maybe the scrap yard – along with the mortician, funeral home and a limo driver for the relatives of the dead. And now there is a home that is vacant. This could mean a real estate agent is about to be employed or maybe a rental agency.

And with a lot of drivers doing this, think of how much money we are giving ICBC to keep them employed.

All this because of speed.With the economy being what it is, I think we should

just remove the speed limit and let these dangerous drivers pay and pay and pay. Let those of us who drive safely receive a further reduced ICBC premium.

Speed really does help the economy, so keep up the good work, Vancouver.M. de Jong, Surrey

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Benefit boostA $77-increase in

monthly income assistance for disabled people will make the system fairer for rural B.C. residents who don’t have access to transit service, Social Development Minister

Michelle Stilwell says.The increase, the first

in nine years, has been the target of protests because the cost of monthly transit passes is deducted from it for those who were using the pass. Their increase is only $25 a month plus the continued

transit pass.“There were 40,000

individuals in this province who weren’t eligible for the bus pass program because of the location where they live, because it wasn’t a service that was provided,” Stilwell said. “So what we’ve

done is levelled the playing field for people with disabilities, and provided those individuals with a choice on how they want to spend their money.”

The increase is to take effect Sept. 1, at an annual cost of $170

million to the provincial treasury.

Breeder regsThe B.C. government

is adopting new regulations to require dog and cat breeders to meet national standards for their care.

Regulations are expected to take effect in 2017, based on the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association’s code of practice, along with a breeder licensing or registration system. They will require daily cleaning of pens, minimum space for each animal depending on its size, and veterinary care for dogs and cats that are sick, injured or in pain.

A registration system would allow animal inspectors to inspect premises, rather than wait for public complaints about poor conditions that currently result in about 200 investigations per year.

Craig Daniell, CEO of the B.C. Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, said the recent seizure of 66 neglected dogs from a Langley breeder has outraged B.C. residents.

“These events have really reinforced the public’s desire for the licensing and inspection of dog and cat breeders, to prevent the kind of suffering we have witnessed in the last few weeks,” Daniell said.

Filming reviewB.C.’s tax credits to

the movie industry are rising rapidly as the low Canadian dollar attracts more productions to the province, and Finance Minister Mike de Jong has ordered a review.

“The sector is having a record-breaking year and that’s all good news for the people involved,” de Jong

said. “But the way the tax credit is structured, we see the amount being paid out increasing exponentially. It’s set to cross the half billion-dollar mark.”

The review is to take place within the next two months, including consultation with B.C. production companies.

B.C. offers a refundable tax credit for one third of labour costs for movies, TV and digital media production.

The current box-office hit Deadpool is the latest of 20th Century Fox’s X-Men series to be filmed in B.C.

An earlier movie in the series was lured to Montreal by generous tax incentives, and Ontario extended its tax credits to cover 25 per cent of all spending on a project.

Most of B.C.’s industry is foreign productions, taking advantage of experienced crews, scenic locations and easy access from Hollywood. De Jong said in 2013 that Canadian provinces are “being played” by producers looking to increase tax breaks by threatening to go elsewhere.

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An officer’s call for backup sent police in White Rock racing “Code 3” to the corner of Blackwood Street and Thrift Avenue Thursday morning.

Sgt. Joel Glen said the constable was responding to a report of a female in distress when he put out the call for help around 10:45 a.m.

“When he arrived there… she resisted and tried to attack him,” Glen said, noting the fracas caught the attention of several passersby.

“He ran around the back of the car and she continued to chase him. A little struggle ensued.”

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A new high school destined for Cloverdale will be unlike any other in Surrey.

Work has started on a school site in the bustling Clayton neighbourhood of Surrey.

And while it’s a welcome addi-tion in an area considered one of Surrey’s fastest-growing com-munities, where the existing high schools are busting at the seams, the new school will also prove a unique addition to the city.

Currently called Clayton North Secondary (a name will be cho-sen in the coming months), the $55-million school will be 16,685 square metres and feature an open, flexible design.

Many of the existing high schools in Surrey have a similar design – a cost-saving measure taken in the past – but while they have some open-space elements, the new school will take the con-cept further.

Clayton North will have about 10 “Learning Communities,” that will each function like combined classrooms that are assigned to different subject areas. For exam-ple, arts-related programs such as music and dance would be in one section, while sciences and shop courses would have their own areas.

The “communities” will be larger than typical classrooms, with walls that can be opened or closed to be as collaborative or private as needed.

“The design is more flexible and open so that while they have pods or areas that are designed

to support certain parts of the curriculum, within them they can put up walls if they want to focus on different things, or open up the walls and work together,” explained Doug Strachan, com-munications manager for Surrey School District.

The school, with a capacity for 1,500 students, will also feature TED (Technology, Engineering and Design) labs, discovery labs, two gyms and learning commons with Makerspaces (hands-on, tinkering areas) and multi-pur-pose gathering spaces.

“The spark for it is really the new curriculum and the approach to big-idea learning,” said Strachan of the new design, “so that you can go with some-thing spontaneous and explore it and reconfigure the room to do that.”

While Clayton North’s design is brand new, it’s not a first for B.C. as a Vancouver school shares a similar, open concept.

Still, the Surrey School District saw the construction of its new high school, expected to open in fall 2018, as an opportunity to change how things are done.

“New secondary schools don’t come along very often,” said Stra-chan.

The last new high school built in Surrey was Panorama Ridge Secondary in 2006.

Boundary changesWith the start of construction

on a new high school in Clover-dale come decisions about which students from what subdivisions

and elementary schools will go there when it opens.

Clayton North Secondary, des-tined for a site on 184 Street near 73 Avenue, isn’t expected to be ready to open until fall 2018, but the Surrey School District is beginning the process of defining boundaries and catchment areas.

The new high school will impact both Lord Tweedsmuir and Clay-ton Heights secondary schools, which are both overcapacity. For example, students currently in LT’s catchment may be diverted to Clayton Heights, while some des-tined for Clayton Heights might be switched to the new school.

The possible boundary changes could also have implications for nearby elementary schools, in that children in those schools could feed into different high schools than they currently do.

Planning for the new school’s arrival is “complex,” says a memo to school trustees.

“The task needs to be approached with clarity and thor-oughness,” the memo reads.

This month and next, the district plans to look at the options, issues and challenges of the changes and hopes to post information and process on PlaceSpeak, an online discussion group.

In the months following, con-sultation will begin, through public meetings, as well as Plac-eSpeak and that feedback will be shared. A report will be made public in June, with the board of education making a decision on the boundary changes by November.

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The BC Liberal government made a big show of selectively easing Medical

Services Plan fees in its budget for the coming election year.

In what is becoming a pattern for Premier Christy Clark, the biggest beneficiaries are single parents. The new MSP is calculated for adults only, so a single parent with two children saves as much as $1,200 a year.

Premium assistance is expanded, with discounts for single people making up to $42,000, rather than $30,000. But for singles, couples and seniors who don’t qualify for discounts, the rate is going up another four per cent effective Jan. 1, 2017.

Indeed, with population growth, the finance ministry expects its take from MSP premiums to rise every year, reaching $2.5 billion in the coming years.

MSP revenue covers about 17 per cent of B.C.’s health budget, and Clark and Finance Minister Mike de Jong insist that Canada’s only direct health-care charge is a vital signal to people that health care isn’t free.

This argument has failed.One seldom-discussed fact

is that for half of the people charged MSP, it’s paid by their employers. In private sector terms, it’s a hefty payroll tax, creating one more obstacle for businesses to hire full-time staff with benefits.

So most full-time employees don’t receive this supposedly vital signal, unless they get laid off because their employer is losing money.

Also note that politicians and public-sector employees

have never paid MSP premiums. Their employers, taxpayers, pick up the tab for them.

People who have to pay out-of-pocket are what the bureaucracy calls “pay direct accounts.”

Jordan Bateman of the Canadian Taxpayers’ Federation recently revealed that nearly 400,000 of these accounts are currently in arrears by more than 30 days, owing a grand total

of $457 million.Of course this is Canada, so

even if you haven’t paid or even registered for MSP, you still get treatment at the hospital. Another potential signal lost in the noise.

For people who lose their jobs, MSP is like being kicked when they are down. Their employer stops paying, and the slow-moving bureaucracy charges them based on their income from the previous year.

There was a fuss in 2004 after the BC Liberals contracted out MSP administration to a Virginia-based back-office specialist, delightfully named Maximus Corporation.

Now Maximus goes after delinquent MSP accounts with collection agency tactics, and

attempts to keep up with the comings and goings from other provinces and countries.

Opposition parties decry the continued inequity of the MSP premium system, which charges the same for a single person making $45,000 or $450,000 a year.

NDP Leader John Horgan rails about inequality and accuses Clark of using MSP revenues to establish her prosperity “slush fund,” but he stops short of calling for the elimination of MSP premiums.

One would expect the NDP to lead another “axe the tax” campaign, as they did with the carbon tax and the HST, but they aren’t. Perhaps this is because workers for this unnecessary Maximus machine remain members of the BC Government and Service Employees’ Union.

Green Party Leader Andrew Weaver has it right. He staged a popular petition drive to roll MSP premiums into income tax. If the government wants to send a message, it can interrupt its continuous “Jobs Plan” advertising.

Scrapping MSP and raising income-tax rates on higher brackets to compensate would fix the private-sector payroll deterrent, make salaried employees (including me) pay their share and end a tax break for the wealthy.

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Peace Arch Elementary marked an important anniversary last week, celebrating 50 years of education in

White Rock.Hundreds of people – students, parents,

teachers and former teachers – took in the half-century celebration Thursday afternoon, packing the school’s gym for an event that featured Semiahmoo First Nation dancers and drummers, speeches from teachers and staff, as well as a number of performances from the students themselves, along with cupcakes donated for the occasion by Save-On-Foods.

Also on hand for the ceremonies, titled “50 Fabulous Years,” were the Surrey school district’s long-serving Semiahmoo Peninsula board representative, trustee Laurae McNally, and superintendent of schools Jordan Tinney.

The event started with an appearance by the school’s new mascot Archie the Raven – who greeted students – and continued with a piped procession into the gym with bag-piper Graham Davidson.

After two versions of O Canada – once in English, then in French, reflecting the school’s French-immersion designation – dancers and drummers from the Oceanside Dakota First Nations troupe took to the floor, joined by student Zack McKenna, himself a noted First Nations performer.

From there, the rest of the school population took centre stage, as four student narrators – Cymone Lamontagne, Evan Penner, Max Stone and Sara Dicken – told the story of the school, and the world around it, through the decades.

Performances included classes dancing to such songs as Let’s Twist Again, and singing the Bachman-Turner Overdrive classic Takin’ Care of Business, with the lyrics adjusted to become Takin’ Care of Peace Arch.

Retired Peace Arch Elementary teacher Renée Charett – who still works as a teacher-on-call – also spoke briefly.

“The building may be 50 years old, but the school isn’t about the building,” she told those in the packed gymnasium.

“It’s about the students, the teachers, the parents – the community.”

School principal Deborah Thorvaldsen said following the celebration that Charett represents the dedication of “a number of teachers who came from Quebec” who helped establish the tradition of French Immersion classes at the school, in keeping with the vision of bilingualism and multiculturalism promoted by prime

minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau in the late 1960s through the 1970s.

“It’s worked tremendously well for the school,” she said, noting that the school also continues to have a thriving ‘neighbourhood program’ for English-language students.

“We started as a one-track school

and became a two track school and the programs have grown together – it’s built this tremendous community,” she added.

“It’s absolutely wonderful to be a bilingual Canadian – it opens so many doors,” she said. “Our community has so many choices available to it. We’re very fortunate on the Semiahmoo Peninsula for educational

opportunities.” Thorvaldsen said the welcoming presence

of new mascot Archie was well-received by the public, as was the creativity of presentations by the students.

“I think everyone was impressed by what an energetic and spirited community we have at the school,” she said.

Nick Greenizan photosClockwise, from top: Oceanside Dakota dancers entertain the crowd; students Cymone Lamontagne, Evan Penner, Max Stone and Sara Dicken narrate the school’s history; members of the school’s dance club perform; a French sign hangs in the gym.

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Best friends Alli Isaacs and Satori Yatsuda have known for months that they want to raise money for a good cause.

So when news broke two weeks ago about the seizure of 66 dogs from an alleged puppy mill in Langley, the teens turned their focus to helping the SPCA.

“It’s hard to imagine that someone would do that to dogs,” Isaacs, 13, said last Wednesday, referring to the physical condition of the animals. “They don’t deserve to be treated like that.”

According to SPCA officials, the 32 adult dogs and 34 puppies seized Feb. 4 suffered medical and psychological issues ranging from broken limbs, missing ears and eyes and infections to malnutrition and being caked in dried feces.

“We just both wanted to help,” said Yatsuda, 14.

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play on the same soccer team and also share a paper route – decided to start with a bottle drive. They delivered flyers throughout Ocean Park and Crescent Beach asking anyone with cans and bottles to spare to leave them out for pickup on Saturday. As well, they’ve been spreading the word via email and Instagram.

The friends haven’t set a fundraising goal – “We’re just going to be happy with whatever we get,” Yatsuda said – but it’s estimated Saturday’s collection raised more than $550. Towels, blankets and bedding were also donated.

Isaacs hopes the funds will help offset the costs of veterinary care for the sick and neglected animals – which now also include 82 dogs and cats that were seized from a Surrey property last week.

“There’s a lot of animals that need the help,” she said. “Hopefully, we can raise the cost to help some of it.”

To arrange a pickup or to donate, email [email protected] or search “fundraise locals” on Instagram.

Finalists announcedPeninsula women are among

finalists in the running for the 7th Annual Surrey Women in Business Awards.

The awards – to be presented in five categories at a luncheon on March 8 – recognize “the hard work of Surrey’s businesswomen and their contributions to the community.”

Sara Hodson of Live Well Exercise Clinic in South Surrey is a finalist in the Entrepreneur category, along with Leanne Cordeiro of Salon Cordeiro and Maria Nieves Santos-Greaves of Surrey Hearing Care Inc.

South Surrey’s Karen Klein, road safety co-ordinator for ICBC, is a finalist in the

Corporate/Leadership category. Klein is in the running with Ashleigh Brown of Robert Half Canada and Janice Comeau of LMS Reinforcing Steel Group.

MaryAnne Connor of Night Shift Street Ministries Society is a finalist in the Social Trailblazer category, alongside Debra

Finlayson of Vertical Bridge Corporate Consulting and Marilyn Herrmann of Surrey Food Bank.

In the Professional category, finalists are Supneet Chawla of ACE Trade and

Technical Institute, Amanjit Lidder of MNP and Dr. Sarah Lubik of Simon Fraser University.

Not-for-Profit Leader finalists are Surrey Libraries’ Melanie Houlden, Lucille Pacey of Arts Umbrella and Karen Reid-Sidhu

of Surrey Crime Prevention Society.

Winners are to be announced at the Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel. Keynote speaker at the luncheon is to be Christine Day, CEO of Luvo and former CEO of lululemon.

For tickets ($55 each or $440 for a table of eight) or more information, visit www.businessinsurrey.com or call 604-581-7130.

Women’s Day walkSoroptimist International of

White Rock is holding a Fun Run/Walk to mark International Women’s Day.

The March 6 event is set for 9 a.m. at White Rock’s Centennial Park, 14600 North Bluff Rd.; registration gets underway at 8 a.m.

Participants can choose either a one- or five-kilometre route.

The event is a new one for SI White Rock, and is to be a fundraiser for the group’s signature project, ReSTART, which provides kits of household items to women who are leaving transition houses.

For more information on the International Women’s Day Run/Walk, visit siwhiterockfunrun.ca or email [email protected]

Volunteers soughtOrganizers of this year’s White

Rock Sea Festival are seeking volunteers to help out in a variety of capacities.

The event – the 67th annual – is set for the August long weekend (July 30 to Aug. 1) and draws thousands of people to the city’s

waterfront for a number of activities, concerts and more.

Typically, between 150 and 200 volunteers are needed, Sea Festival board president Michelle Pedersen said.

And while volunteers for the event weekend itself are often plentiful, it’s the run-up to the event where extra help is most needed.

Organizers are currently seeking a volunteer co-ordinator as well as other volunteers to help with pre-event logistics.

“We’re just laying the groundwork, and that means getting a good team together,” Pedersen said.

For more information on the Sea Festival, including information on how to volunteer, visit www.whiterockseafestival.com or call festival organizers at 604-760-5623.

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The Seniors Health Network each month poses a

question to health-care professionals. This month, the following hypothetical question was posed to author Joyce Schmalz, a founder of the BC Centre for Elder Advocacy and Support:

“My wife died a couple of months ago and I’m struggling with living alone. We were married for 50 years and it’s so hard to get used to living alone. I’m not sure how to manage?”

We all experience changes during our lifetime – some planned, some not anticipated, some forced on us, some happy, some regretted and some from which we never really recover.

As we age, accepting and adjusting to significant changes in our lives – including adopting new habits, changing where we live and also how we live – is particularly difficult, especially in a time of emotional distress, shock or grief.

So, too, is the realization that we are on our own and that all required and meaningful decisions have become our personal responsibility.

Depending on individual circumstances, there are mandatory legal and financial matters that must be immediately addressed.

To help with this, Seniors Come Share Society has volunteers that can assist with the completion of required forms and can explain the consequences of

decisions or choices. They also have a law

clinic where a lawyer provides free half-hour individual consultations to address your questions.

It is imperative that you are well-informed with regards to your legal and financial matters and fully understand the documents you are required to sign and/or agree to. You are the one who will have to live

with the consequences.Having dealt with

the mandatory requirements, you should now think about looking after yourself, both mentally and physically. This requires determination, which is something that only you can provide.

Addressing this need often takes time, as you get used to being on your own.

In this time of adjustment, take the opportunity to check out the various support services and programs available in our community:

• Phone Seniors Come Share Society at 604-531-9400 to learn of their services and programs, especially the ‘social’ ones and those for housebound seniors, such as Friendly Visitors and Telephone Tree. Check out their ‘Come Share Around the Table’ community kitchen program.• Learn more about computers and social media opportunities to connect with family and friends.• Enquire at your local library for their social programs.• Participate with the Stamp Club meeting

at Seniors Come Share Society.• Attend the Kent Street Activity Centre (see page 14) for the Fresh and Lively Lunch Program, a game of snooker, cribbage, trips and so much more.• Travel on one of Alexandra Neighbourhood Houses out trips or lunches.

‘Looking after

yourself ’ includes your medical state, your medications, your diet and your personal

safety. It is wise to install ‘Life call, or Lifeline’ services for anyone living alone and to get immediate paramedic

help in case of accident.How you live is, of

course, controlled by your income. Setting a new budget is

absolutely necessary, so contacting your bank or a financial planner would be helpful.

‘Looking after yourself ’ also includes combatting loneliness and isolation. In addition to checking out the support services and programs mentioned above, the way to do this – and what only you can do – is to stay connected.

Have something to look forward to, even if it is just a phone call

or visit. If at all possible, do

something for someone else and volunteer your services. This is both satisfying and self-rewarding, and can make life worth living. Sometimes it is the only way to prevent each day from melting into the next.

If you allow days to become a blur, then the following serious process will quickly develop: loneliness, boredom, depression,

self-neglect and mental-health issues.

Finally, remind yourself that losing interest in what you have always enjoyed will rob you of your treasured memories and thoughts.

Joyce Schmalz is one of the three founders of the BC Centre for Elder Advocacy and Support in Vancouver, as well as a strong champion and advocate of seniors for over 40 years in Surrey and White Rock.

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Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. till noon for carpet bowling?

Come as a guest and try it before purchasing your White Rock

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Please call 604-541-2231 for more information.

The White Rock Irish

Festival kicks off its month-long celebration Sunday, Feb. 28 at 10 a.m. along the White Rock waterfront at West Beach. Drop down and

enjoy fun activities for all ages.

Learn the Irish Whistle with Celtic music performer Michelle Carlisle who will have you playing the penny-whistle technique in three easy lessons, beginning Tuesday, March 8, 5:15-6:15 p.m. Bring your key of D Irish Whistle, available at most music stores. Call 604-541-2199 to register.

Artist Danny Chen will demonstrate a variety of acrylic techniques in Painting Abstract: Playing with complement and analog colours.

Learn methods such as impasto, the use of glazes, and mixed media on Friday, March 11, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

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Don’t miss out on some fabulous Health

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On Thursday, Feb. 25, 10:30 a.m. till noon, join Sonia Reed from Choices Markets, who will be speaking on Healthy Convenient Foods: An Oxymoron.

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To register for these workshops – which are free to White Rock Recreation and Culture members – please call 604-541-2199.

Learn basic first-aid and CPR techniques for

adults and children at a CPR A workshop on Saturday, Feb. 27, 9:30 a.m. till 1:30 p.m.

On successful completion of the course, receive a national St. John Ambulance certificate.

Please call 604-541-2199 to register.

On Wednesday, March 2, at White Rock Community Centre, discover ways to enjoy your next trip more by packing light and travelling light.

This course will teach you how to move around the globe with a surprisingly large amount of clothing, shoes and other travel items all in a standard airline carryon.

Register now by calling 604-541-2199.

The Kent Street Activity Centre, located at 1475 Kent St., is open to people 55 years of age or better. For information, call 604-541-2231.

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Surrey Garden Club meets next Feb. 24, 7:30 p.m. at St. Mark’s Anglican Church, 12953 20 Ave. Visitors wel-come. Info: 604-250-1745.

Thursday Let’s sing gospel. Five

free sessions led by choir director Kathleen Ander-son, Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Crescent United Church, 2756 127 St., Call to register, 604-535-0723.

The Microbiome: Gut-Brain Con-nection with Dr. Allison Patton Feb. 25, 7-8:30 p.m. at Choices Market, 3248 King George Blvd. Free, registration required. choicesmarkets.com/event, 604-952-2266.

Friday Ukrainian Soul Food perogies, cab-

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Hot luncheon at White Rock Baptist Church, 1657 140 St., Feb. 26, 12 p.m., $10 for 55-plus. Entertainment by The Gospel Boys. RSVP by Feb. 24, 604-531-2344.

White Rock Social Justice Film Soci-ety presents The United States of Amne-

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New Narcotics Anony-mous meetings every Sat-urday, 2-3 p.m., open to all women wanting recovery from any form of addiction. 101-1548 Johnston Rd.

Sunday Live Comedy Show March 6, 7 p.m. at

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White Rock Toastmasters by the Sea meets every Sunday from 1:30-3 p.m. at White Rock Library, 15342 Buena Vista Ave. Sharpen public speaking skills in a warm, friendly environment.

Monday White Rock History Club to meet Feb.

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EMS anniversaryEarl Marriott Secondary is

planning to celebrate 40 years of theatrical productions with a fundraising gala this Friday (Feb. 26), 7 p.m. at – where else? – the school’s Wheelhouse Theatre.

Many distinguished alumni will return for special guest appearances as the school’s theatre program looks back fondly with song, dance and other merrymaking – and it’s a chance for generations of students (and parents) to remember past triumphs and share memories with Rick Harmon (former drama guru) and Candace Radcliffe (current department head).

Tickets are $40, and the aim of the evening is raise some $40,000 to replace aging equipment – through a silent auction and commemorative ‘brick’ and seat sales, as well as admission.

Tickets will be available in person from the Wheelhouse box office from 3:30 to 4:30 pm., up to Thursday (Feb. 25).

To reserve tickets online. email [email protected]

Golden Cactus StudioChris and Marilyn MacClure’s

Golden Cactus Studio/Gallery is presenting a show of new paintings by studio artists from Feb. 26 to Mar. 10.

Featured work includes paintings by Brent Heighton, Vance Theoret, David Patterson and Chris MacClure.

The studio is located at 1455 Johnston Road (Hilltop Mall); hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday.

Children’s WishGuitar teacher, producer

and talent developer Rob Montgomery and his band, No Quarter, and physician/musician Dr. Mike Carter and his band (The Bluespiggies) are joining forces at White Rock’s Blue Frog Studios this Saturday night (Feb. 27, 7 p.m.) for a fundraiser for the Children’s Wish Foundation.

Montgomery founded No Quarter in 2008 with vocalist Alita Dupray as a tribute to

‘British era blues’; prior to training as an ER doctor, Carter was part of the original blues scene in his native England in the 1960s.

The duo have produced similar fundraisers for some 15 years at

such Vancouver venues as The Yale and The Fan Club.

Featured vocalists are Dupray (with No Quarter) and Tina Chalmers (with The Bluespiggies)

Other Blue Frog performances this week include Led Zepagain, the Led Zeppelin tribute band, performing its “ultimate Led Zeppelin experience” tonight (Wednesday) at 9:15 p.m. at Blue Frog Studios,

and Canadian vocalists/guitarists Bryan Potvin and Kevin Kane Thursday with a tight, lively, and story-filled set of classic material from their respective careers (The Northern Pikes and The Grapes of Wrath) as well as brand-new,

recently recorded material from their forthcoming self-titled album.

The venue is located at 1328 Johnston Rd.

For tickets ($35) call 604-542-3055 or go online to www.bluefrogstudios.ca

Wild artTake a step into ‘The Wild’ with

the latest joint presentation of Semiahmoo Arts and the City of White Rock at White Rock Community Centre, 15154 Russell Ave. (Miramar building).

The group show – an attempt to capture something of the character, temperament, nature and relationships of animals in a natural setting – is scheduled to run until Friday (Feb. 26).

Participating artists are Adele Maskwa-Iskwew Arseneau, Audrey Bakewell, Jordan Blackstone, Melissa Burgher, Margaret R. Burns, Aaron Connell, Keith Franks, Billy Hebb, Gail Judd, Marilyn

Kelm, Inge-Lise Koetke, Anna Kopcok, Barbara McKoen, Linda Morris, Catherine Robertson, Ron Straight, Shelly Stuart, Pat Vickers and Bob Warwick.

Regular opening hours are 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

For more information, call 604-541-2199.

Julio MorenoA show of some 26 acrylic

paintings, pastels and charcoal drawings, which runs to Feb. 29 at Semiahmoo Library, is the first for a Peruvian-Canadian artist, Julio Moreno, 71.

Moreno, who emigrated to Canada some 45 years ago, first began creating art some six years ago after retiring from a career in electrical engineering and security work.

“I told my wife many, many years ago that when I retire, I’m going to do art,” he said.

But while Moreno has had a life-long knack of drawing things

(“doodling,” he calls it) it was only after he retired that he began learning techniques in different media, taking some 24 art course credits as a mature students at Kwantlen University.

Influenced by the simplified Yukon landscapes of Ted Harrison and the colourful contemporary primitivism of Michael Tickner, Moreno concentrates on stylized studies of people from his homeland, with semi-abstract backgrounds in which he emphasizes a palette of warm, vibrant and optimistic colours.

Semiahmoo Library is located at 1815 152 St. (for opening hours call 604-592-6900).

Encore concertsThe series of well-received

Sunday afternoon classical performances presented by Encore Peninsula Concerts and co-sponsored by the City of White Rock continues in January at White Rock’s First United Church, 15385 Semiahmoo Ave.

Next in the stellar group of world-class classical touring musicians lined up by artistic director Eugene Skovorodnikov, himself an internationally-recognized concert pianist, will be Italian piano duo Sergio Marchegiani and Marco Schiavo.

The duo, both also noted as soloists, will bring out the excitement of Brahms’ piano duets this Sunday (Feb. 28) at 3 p.m., while Polish/Belgian pianist Joanna Trzeciak will present Beethoven and Chopin pieces on April 17.

Rounding out the series, May 15, will be an extra treat – an orchestral performance by the strings of the West Coast Symphony Orchestra (conducted by Albanian maestro Bujar Llapaj) with Skovorodnikov at the piano, and Canadian-American trumpeter Dan Kocurek.

Featured pieces at this concert will be Eine Kleine Nachtmusik by Mozart, surely one of the best-known of all classical compositions, and Shostakovich’s Concerto No. 1 for Piano, Trumpet and Strings.

Tickets (season and individual) can be purchased online at tickets.surrey.ca or at White Rock Community Centre, 15154 Russell Ave.

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For Mary Ann and Raymond Aldus, easing into retirement has meant more time to travel, sleep in and focus on their favourite pastime – taking care of dogs.

“Dogs have been part of both of our lives since we were kids,” Mary Ann says. “We love all animals, but especially dogs.”

Since bringing home Nick the Schnauzer in 1991, there has always been a dog running around their South Surrey household. When Nick passed away in 2000, puppies Harley and Chelsi, sibling Schnauzers, joined the Aldus family.

“Nick taught us that we had so much love to give,” Mary Ann says. “We were so brokenhearted that within three months we brought Harley and Chelsi home.”

When they lost both dogs to old age almost 13 years later, they made the tough decision not to get another one.

“We just couldn’t go through the heartbreak of losing another pet,”

Raymond says. “We also had to consider adding

a dog’s lifespan onto our own and who could provide care if anything happened to us.”

Both Mary Ann and Raymond had made provisions in their wills for Harley and Chelsi but with retirement in the wings, they decided it wouldn’t be fair to bring a new dog into the family at this stage in their lives.

So they came up with a plan to reap the benefits of having a dog but without the commitment.

Mary Ann and Raymond began dog-sitting whenever a family member went out of town.

Soon friends and neighbours were dropping dogs off for a stay at ‘Camp Aldus’, and today they spend close to 20 weeks per year caring for their surrogate pets.

“We absolutely love having the dogs here,” Mary Ann says. “They each have such different personalities; some sleep in our bed, some don’t even go upstairs and some we just provide day care for while their owners are at work.”

In addition to treating the dogs as their own, Mary Ann provides email or text updates to the owners, letting them know the adventures their dogs are having and usually sends along a photo, too.

“The owners get a real kick out of the updates,” Mary Ann says. “I mostly write them in the dog’s voice and it makes me laugh just composing them.”

Mary Ann retired in 2014 from a local non-profit organization, and Raymond, self-employed in the construction industry, reduced to three days a week before full retirement arrived this month.

Between the three to four walks per day given to the dogs, and the time available for yoga and gardening, both Mary Ann and Raymond are finding retirement just as active, if not more so, than when they worked full-time.

“Walking a dog every day really gets you out of the house,” Raymond says. “We so enjoy the companionship and comfort the dogs bring us, and the exercise is fantastic. We can’t think of a better way to spend our retirement years.”

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Along the way to their first-ever regular season championship, the Valley West Hawks are setting several club records.

The Hawks clinched a first-place finish in the BC Hockey Major Midget League last weekend at home, with a sweep of the South Island Royals, winning 6-0 and 3-1.

Their 31 wins, 63 points and 195 goals scored are all new team records, and with two games remaining in the regular season the Hawks can still add to those totals.

“All season long amongst our coaching staff we felt we had a pretty special group,”

said Valley West head coach Jessie Leung.

“Success in the BC Major Midget League doesn’t come easily and being able to clinch the regular season title with a week left to play is a testament to the group we’ve assembled.”

The team of 15-17 year-olds from Surrey, White Rock and North Delta went into Saturday’s game at Delta’s Sungod Arena a

win away from clinching top spot. The Hawks dominated the game from

start to finish, firing 75 shots at the Royals goal.

“We talked as a team before the game about the importance of the game, not for today but for our playoff run,” said Leung.

“We had a tremendous start to the game roaring out to a 3-0 lead five minutes in. From start to finish, it was a team effort for a full 60 minutes.”

Goals from Josh Bruce, Christian Bosa and Ben Evanish got the Hawks off to their fast start. Daniel Chifan made it 4-0 in the last minute of the opening period. Ilijah Colina in the second period and Bruce in the third closed out the scoring.

Evanish and Michael Farren each had a pair of assists.

The Royals gave Valley West a tougher test Sunday morning at the Langley Events Centre. The teams were tied 1-1 after one

period, and Valley West took a 2-1 lead into the third.

Evanish tallied twice more, with Bosa adding one goal.

“We had a bit of a let down. To be honest I was expecting it,” said Leung.

“We had a big emotional win the night before and clinched first place. It was important that we found a way to win in a

game we weren’t playing very well in.”Evanish, from White Rock, had a five-

point weekend and, with 100 points on the season, has moved into second place in Valley West career scoring, behind only teammate James Malm. He is now one point up – and counting – on Hawks alum Matt Bradley of South Surrey, who is now with the Medicine Hat Tigers of the

Western Hockey League.The Hawks will close out the regular

season in Nanaimo against the 5-27-6 (win-loss-tied) North Island Silvertips.

“We’re focused on this weekend and taking four points from the Island,” said Leung.

“We expect the games to be a little messy, North Island has very little left to play for.”

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Boaz Joseph photoValley West Hawk Josh Bruce (left) knocks down Jake Wilhelm of the South Island Royals during a BC Major Midget League hockey game at the Langley Events Centre Feb. 21.

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It was a weekend of firsts for a few members of the Surrey Eagles, but those positives weren’t reflected on the scoreboard during the team’s final homestand of the BC Hockey League season.

The Eagles lost both games of their two-game homestand – 7-3 to the Cowichan Valley Capitals Friday, and 6-2 to the Alberni Valley Bulldogs Saturday.

The losses dropped the Birds’ record to 7-45-0-2 (win-loss-overtime loss-tie) in the BCHL’s Mainland Division, and leave them needing two wins in their final four contests – all on the road – to tie their nine-win mark from last year.

Despite the losses, the weekend was not without a few positive moments, however. On Friday, captain Paul McAvoy, 19, scored all three of the Eagles’ goals for his first career BCHL hat trick.

Then, a day later, rookie forward Rob Johnson – who joined the team mid-season from the junior ‘B’ ranks – notched his first-ever goal, as well as his first-ever fight, in the 6-2 loss to Alberni Valley.

Against Cowichan

Friday, McAvoy got his squad off to a good start, scoring his first goal just 54 seconds into the game, but the Capitals responded in a big way soon after, tying the game at the 2:08 mark of the first, then tacking on four more goals – including two from Jared Domin – before the first buzzer.

The second period began much the same way as the first, with McAvoy scoring in the opening minute – this time at the 44-second mark – to bring the score to 5-2, but Domin scored his third goal to restore the four-goal cushion before teammate Josh Adkinds extended it further.

McAvoy’s hat trick goal came in the third period, giving him 13 on the season.

Darius Davidson started the game in net for Surrey, stopping 15 shots before he was replaced midway through the second period by veteran Justin Laforest, who shut the door the rest of the way, stopping all 20 shots he faced.

Laforest was between the pipes Saturday night, too – for the Eagles’ Fan Appreciation Night – and stopped 28 of 34 shots on goal.

Though they managed

to get just two pucks past Alberni Valley goaltender Carson Shamerhorn, the Eagles got a glimpse of the future in the play of Johnson who, in addition to a goal and a spirited fight with Bulldogs’ Liam Conrad, added an assist on a first-period goal from Logan Mostat.

With their home games now completed, Surrey will take to the road for the final four games of what has been a difficult season.

On Tuesday, after Peace Arch News’ deadline, the Eagles squared off against the Vernon Vipers at Kal Tire Place, and tonight (Wednesday), they’ll hit the ice in Penticton against the powerhouse Vees – losers of just six games all season.

The four-game road trip continues to Prince George this weekend, for games against the Spruce Kings on Saturday and Sunday.

Team awardsOn Saturday, the

Eagles handed out their end-of-season hardware, highlighted by McAvoy being named the team’s most valuable player.

Jeff Stewart – a Semiamhoo Minor Hockey alum – was

named the team’s rookie of the year; Laforest was named the team’s hardest worker; Gage Mackie earned “most-improved” honours and Matt Brown was named the team’s unsung hero.

Tyler Andrews was given the team’s “heart and soul” award; Tyler Cooper was named Surrey’s top defenceman and Darren Hards took the “fan favourite” title, despite playing just 28 games this season due to injury.

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Boaz Joseph photoSurrey Eagle Brett Stewart (left) collides with Paul Meyer of the Alberni Valley Bulldogs during the Eagles’ final home game of the season Sunday.

Eagles drop pair to Vancouver Island foes

Birds lose final home games

A pair of cadets from White Rock’s 907 Black Knights Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron are headed to Quebec next month to participate in the national biathlon championships.

The duo – Tristan Dyke and Arman Soheili – earned a spot at nationals after landing on the podium at zone championships earlier this month at Mount Washington on Vancouver Island.

Dyke won two gold medals, in the male youth individual and sprint

categories, while Soheili took home a pair of bronze medals in the male junior division.

The two cadets were part of a four-person team from the 907 Squadron – and among more than 70 cadets from across the province – to test their fitness, skiing and marksmanship over courses that ranged from 4.5 to 10 km.

Dyke and Soheili will now prepare for nationals, set for Valcartier, Que.

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Angela Sargent photoGold medalist Tristan Dyke pushes his way to the provincial team at the Cadet Regional Biathlon Championships at Mount Washington.

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December 13, 1915 - February 14, 2016

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Grace Eliason of White Rock, BC at the age of 100 years plus two months. Grace is survived by her children Grant (Nadine) Eliason, Janette(David) Anderson and Beth (Brian) Koehn as well as six grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Grace was predeceased by her husband Newton, daughter-in-law Marilyn Eliason, parentsJames and Betsy Borseth and siblings Beulah (Gus) Anderson and Hylas (Kaye)Borseth.

Grace was born and raised on the family farm in the New Norway District. She married Newton Eliason, July 03, 1940, and began their married life together in the New Sweden District until they moved the family to Wetaskiwin in 1948. Grace resided in Wetaskiwinuntil 1985 at which time she moved to Surrey/White Rock, BC and remained in that area until her passing.

Grace passed through Heaven’s gates to meet her Lord and SaviourFebruary 14th. She has left a beautiful legacy of love and faith for us to cherish and model. She will be deeply missed.

Celebration of Grace’s life will take place 2:00 PM, Monday, July 04, 2016, at the New Sweden Mission Church. Donations in Grace’s memory are gratefully accepted to Dalit Freedom Network Canada, PO Box 45645, Surrey, BC, V4A 9N3, Gideons International Canada or Living Springs Bible Camp.

FORTINMary Thompson Irvine Campell

My lovely wife, Mary Thompson lrvine Campbell Fortin, passed away at 11 a.m. February 10th at St. Michael’s Centre Hospice. She was surrounded by her family; husband Jack, daughter Michelle, and Son Mark and his wife Lorna together with their children Ella and Georgia and May’s sister Ruth Devine who

came from Scotland to be with us. May was born in Glasgow and as a child was evacuated, with her Mickey Mouse Gas Mask to the safety of a farm during the bombing of Glasgow in WW2. She came to Canada in 1955 and always referred to herself as a “fi ve dollar Canadian”...the amount she paid for her Canadian Passport at that time. Her life was lived to the fullest: living in France and Germany with the family allowed for constant travel, encouraged her love of world cooking and allowed her to make friends from all over the world. Taking retirement seriously, May and I were snowbirds at Pinnacle Port at Panama City Beach Florida for over 20 winters and have lovely memories of our time there. We also went on cruises over the years and our last this past September allowed May to cross Prague off her bucket list. Like her mother, May had a very nice singing voice and got much joy from family parties with music and singing. Her favourite song was “Somewhere over the rainbow” as performed by Eva Cassidy. May was a proud Scot who did vol-unteer work at the Hospital and at the RCAF Memorial Museum in Trenton, Ontario. She always got more from life by giving and those in her life will remember her for scones, baked brie and Drambuie jams. She loved her friends and lived a full life with her children and family always in mind. May and I enjoyed a full life at Nico Wynd Es-tates where we have lived for the past ten years. With great grati-tude we thank May for being an example of a life well lived and hope to honour her memory by doing the same.

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LEHMANNIngrid Irene

December 6, 1935 - February 2, 2016It is with love and sadness that we announce the sudden passing of IngridIrene Lehmann, wife, mother, grand-mother and great grandmother on February 2nd, 2016. She will be deeplymissed and forever remembered by her children, Al (Sue), Pat (Greg), Mike(Kelly); grandchildren, Kelsey, David, Brian, Vanessa, Pamela, Diane and Beatrix, and great grandchildren, Vio-let and Griffi n. She is predeceased by husband Gunter Lehmann (2009) andbrother Felix Ernstsohn (1996).

Ingrid was born December 6th, 1935 in Riga, Latvia. She spent her childhood in Riga, then moved to Germany before immigrating with her family to Canada in 1950. She fi nished high school in Vancouver and went on to a career in banking where she became a well-re-spected bank manager. She was a beautiful, smart and vivacious woman and in 1956 she met and married the love of her life, Gunter Lehmann. Together they were a busy pair - raising three children, building many houses in South Surrey, building several boats, and vacationing on their long time Galiano property before retiring to Galiano for twelve years. They sailed widely in the waters of British Columbia and in the 1990’s spent four adventurous years sailing to Mexico, South America and the Caribbean. Gunter and Ingrid shareda memorable and exciting life together.

In her last years, Ingrid lived in South Surrey, and found an idealpartner in Bruce Maclean. Ingrid was very active - whether it was the snowshoeing with Bruce only weeks ago or climbing the Grouse Grind with her daughter. Together Ingrid and Bruce were very happy,keeping a busy schedule, visiting family, and traveling in BC, to Alaska and recently to Cuba. Though her life was cut short for a woman with so much more to do, Ingrid led an exceptional life. She worked hard, enjoyed good times with great friends, raised a strong family, traveled widely & experienced many unforgettable adventures.

The family would especially like to thank the staff of Peace Arch Hospital Intensive Care Unit for their compassionate care of Ingrid during her stay there.

FINN, DoreenOn Thursday, Feb 11, 2016 with heavy hearts we said goodbye to our loving Mom, Granny and Great Granny. She will be greatly missed by her daughter Barb (Dave), granddaughters Keliegh & Carly (Jason), great grandsons Jacob and Joshua, her sister June (Ches), nieces, nephews and many others that loved her and called her Granny.We would like to thank Dr. Fagan and the staff at Langley Memorial Hospital for their kindness. In lieu of fl owers, please donate to the SPCA.

A celebration of Granny’s life will be held Sunday Feb 28th at 1pm. Fort Langley Community Hall, 9167 Glover Rd.

David Herbert BeckMay 9, 1927 – February 18, 2016

Dave passed away peacefully at the age of 88 at Morgan Place Care Home in Surrey, BC. Dave was born the middle son to Helen and Hugh Beck on May 9th, 1927. Predeceased by his parents, Dave is survived and will be greatly missed by his wife, Margaret, two children David (Stephanie) and Karen (Ken Gallant); grandchildren Aidan, Matthew, Grayson and Sophie; brothers Tony and Paul, nieces Dianne and Pamela, and numerous nieces and nephews-in-law.

Dave grew up in Victoria and had many fond memories and stories of his time there. He worked in Saskatchewan and Alberta until 1987 when he moved back to BC settling in the White Rock area. Dave spent 32 years working in sales for PPG. He enjoyed people and always loved to tell or hear a good story. He greatly enjoyed gardening at home and at Dunsmuir Gardens. He also had a great talent for stained glass art.

No formal service by request. In lieu of fl owers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of BC. Online condolences can be made at www.victoryfuneralcentre.ca

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MACFARLANE, PhyllisNovember 4, 1924 - February 15, 2016

Phyllis K. MacFarlane passed away peacefully on February 15, 2016. Phyllis was predeceased by her husband Robert of 45 years in 1996. Phyllis was born in Kansas in 1924, and moved to Canada upon marriage to Robert. The spent 27 years in Ottawa and then moved to White Rock, B.C. Phyllis was co-founder of the Peace Arch Quilters Group and long-time member of the Fraser Valley Quilters Guild. She was an adherent member of St. John’s Presby-terian Church. She is survived by nieces & nephews and extended family in California, as well as many friends. Cremation and no ser-vice by request. Remembrance in her memory to be given to The Peace Arch Hospital.

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Funding & Housing Avail! Job Aid! Already a HEO?

Get certifi cation proof.Call 1-866-399-3853 or go to:

iheschool.com

124 FARM WORKERS

JAMES Garden Ltd. requires 4 Farm Workers for seasonal work starting around May 10-Oct.20. Ap-prox.50t hrs/wk. Starting wage $10.70 per hr. Duties are : hand planting, weeding, cultivating, har-vesting moving irrigation pipes, heavy lifting vegetables boxes etc. Fax resume to 604- 574- 5921.

WA GARDEN, 17535 40 Ave., Sry F/T farm workers req: weed, plant, packing,harvest. Ability to operate farm machinery an asset. No skill, exp, educ.req. 40 hrs/wk. $10.59/hr. Start Mar.15,2016. 604-313-1133.



130 HELP WANTED

CARRIERSEarn Extra $

ADULTS NEEDED TO DELIVER the Surrey Leader

and the Surrey Now.Part-time, small vehicle required.

Door to Door Delivery,Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays.

Please call 604-575-5342

LANDSCAPERS FORFULL-TIME WORK

Looking for 3 experienced land-scapers. Pruning & weed spray-ing exp. an asset. Must be reliable, hard working, and have a positive attitude. Min 2 yrs exp. Room for advancement. Drivers lic. an asset. Serving Surrey, Delta, Langley & White Rock are-as. Please call our offi ce at 604-538-4599 or Garry 604-250-8606 - we will try you out for 2 days.



130 HELP WANTED

Foreman / GardenerRequired F/T in Surrey withexp. in garden maintenance.

Pruning, lawn maintenance & bed work. A valid driver’s license & local references required. Must have good English skills.No seasonal layoffs.Snow removal experience & pesticide license an asset.*Benefi t package after 3 months.*

WAGE: $20- $24/HOUR DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE.Leave message \ fax resume:

604-599-5503email: [email protected]

RETAIL SALES CLERKWill train. Good starting wage.

Apply in person at:PENGUIN MEATS,

1554 - 152 St., White Rock.


Time to declutter or downsize!

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DOWN TO BUSINESSTo Advertise in this space call 604-575-5555

www.paintspecial.com778-322-2378 Lower Mainland

604-996-8128 Fraser Valley

Running this ad for over 12years

PAINT SPECIAL3 rooms for $299

2 coats of any colour(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale High Performance paint.

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our

Laminate Flooring

PAINTING

Interior/Exterior20 years experience serving the Lower MainlandFree estimate

Call Ken604-726-0503

PaintingKDP

PAINTING

Fusion Thai Fusion Thai WellnessWellness

Since 2003

White Rock / S.SurreyOffering every Thursday

$49 for 60 mins Thai Massage

778-908-0984 By Appt. only

(Therapeutic Massage Only)(Therapeutic Massage Only)

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WELLNESS/SPAHAVE YOU MADE YOUR RRSP CONTRIBUTION

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MACNAUGHTON & WARDFINANCIAL SERVICES LTD.

✔ Maximize your tax return

✔ RRSP quick loans available

TAX PREPARATION

Dead Level

CONSTRUCTION LTD.

RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • STRATA

BOB DELANEY

Offi ce: 604.536.8124Email: [email protected]: www.deadlevel.ca

WE DO IT ALL!

INTERIOR/EXTERIOR

• Renovations • Shops/Garages • Additions • Tenant Improvements

CONSTRUCTION

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Professional quality servicesGreat Rates

Call

604-961-3505

RUBBISH REMOVAL

• Spring Clean-up • LandscapingFix up your property

before listing it for saleCall Kris

604-617-5561

THE JAPANESE YARDMANComplete Lawn & Garden Care

Since 1983

Seniors 1

0% off

No GST

LANDSCAPINGRUBBISH REMOVAL

ABIANRUBBISH REMOVALOne call does it all

PROMPT & PROMPT & RELIABLE.RELIABLE.

Free Estimates. Affordable rates.

604-897-3423

Aluminum Patio Covers, Sunrooms, Railings

and Vinyl.

604-521-2688www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

AWNING

Showroom: Unit 62 - 15515 24th Ave. (at King George Blvd.) Tel: 604-538-9622

www.mpbconstruction.com

Designing and renovating new kitchens, bathrooms, basements, house make-overs and additions

Call for FREE in-home consultation

In-house design team and cabinet shop


130 HELP WANTED

Warehouse Worker(afternoon-shift)

Overland West is looking for an experienced safety oriented, reliable professional forklift operator, to work in a fast paced warehouse. We have many long term employees and are looking to add to our team.

We Offer A Competitive Wage & BC Medical As Well

As Extended Benefi ts.

Fax: 604.888.6469 Email:[email protected]

131 HOME CARE/SUPPORT

PCA / LPNRequired for weekend & evening shifts, with a home support agen-cy in the White Rock / S. Surrey area. Must drive and preferably live in the area.

Please call: (604)535-0638Between 8:30am - 4:30pm.

160 TRADES, TECHNICAL

Leading White Rock/South Sur-rey renovator has an immediate opening for:

FINISH CARPENTERA busy and reputable renovation company is looking for an experi-enced fi nish carpenter who is well rounded in all facets of home renovations including cabinet installs to join our team. Must be quality oriented.

Please forward resume to:[email protected]

or by fax to: 604-538-8608

Learn more about us at:www.mpbconstruction.com


163 VOLUNTEERS

Volunteer in support of your hospital!

Volunteer support is required for a variety of roles

May 13 - 15, 2016 with event set-up, event-night support and event tear-down.

Must be 19+.

Please visit www.pahfoundation.ca/gala

to apply online or contact Andrea McCorkell at

604.535.4520.

Gala Volunteers

Needed

PERSONAL SERVICES

182 FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

. Need Cash? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. SnapCarCash. 604-777-5046

TAX FREE MONEYis available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mort-gage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income.

Call Anytime1-800-639-2274 or

604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

206 APPLIANCE REPAIRS

Peace Arch Appliance

Service to fridges,stoves, washers, dryers

& dishwashers. Reasonable.

Also Appliance RemovalCall Mark (604)536-9092

218 BUSINESS/OFFICE SERVICE

Have you been denied Canada Pension Plan disability benefi ts? The Disability Claims Advocacy Clinic can help you appeal. Call 1-877-793-3222 www.dcac.ca [email protected]

236 CLEANING SERVICES

AJP Residential Cleaning. *Insured*Licensed *Bonded. GREAT RATESTaking New Clients. 604-527-4920

CHRISTINE’S CLEANING. Reas. & Honest. You won’t be disappointed. References. Call 604-328-3733.


236 CLEANING SERVICES

A MAID 2 CLEAN All Your Cleaning Needs

Weekly • Biweekly • MonthlyResidential & Commercial

Services ~ Excellent Rates!!* Licensed * Bonded * Insured

778-883-4262

E & M MAINTENANCEWINDOW WASHING

D Windows Out & InD Gutters cleaned In & OutD Pressure WashingD Serving W. Rock for over 30 yrsD Lic. & WCB insured. D Free Est. Seniors Discount

Eric 604-541-1743

PENINSULA Window Cleaning

D Gutter CleaningD Windows - In & Out D Pressure WashingD Fully Insured / LicensedD Free Estimates - Seniors Disc.D Friendly - Dependable

Mark (778) 855-7038

ALL GREEN CLEANING *** GET READY FOR SPRING ***Book before February 28th for

15% Off your 1st Full House CleanCall Susan 778-899-0941

239 COMPUTER SERVICES

Computer Problems? Call Blue Sky Tech 604.512.7082 John Jespersen

.computer service


242 CONCRETE & PLACING

SCHAFER CEMENT CO. (1973)Prep & Place ~ Driveways, Patios & Walkways. Call 604-218-7089

257 DRYWALL

PSB DRYWALL LTD.★ All Board-ing, Taping, Framing & Texture. In-sured work. Dump Removal Ser-vice. 604-762-4657 / 778-246-4657

DEAD LEVEL Construction Ltd. Complete Drywall Work - $500 min.Bob 604-830-1322 www.deadlevel.ca

BBB Accredited Member

FLATTEN POPCORNCEILINGS

*No Scraping *No Sanding *NO MESS

Just a beautiful modern fl at ceiling!!

Call Friendly Benjamin @ 604-230-7928

260 ELECTRICALELECTRICIAN - Dana Thompson Over 24yrs exp. Res/Comm. Free

est. Bonded. #14758 604-353-1519

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

All Electrical. Low Cost. Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062

269 FENCING

FENCES, DECKS, Home Construction & RepairsProudly serving White Rock /South Surrey for over 10yrs.

Lic. & Ins. Dave 604-306-4255www.watsonconstruction.ca

DEAD LEVEL CONSTRUCTION. COMPLETE FENCING ($500 min.)

Bob 604-830-1322 www.deadlevel.ca BBB Accredited Member

281 GARDENING

FOR A BEAUTIFUL GARDENGarden Design & Installation

• Fall Clean-Up • Maintenance 604-512-4525

www.gardenbuds.ca

.A Ram Gardening All Lawn care, Free Estimates, Lawn Cuts, Aerating, Weeding, Hedge Trimming, Pruning, Moss Control, Bark MulchCall Paul (778)316-3054


281 GARDENING

C & C GARDENERS Tree & Shrub Pruning, Spring Clean-Up.

25 Yrs Experience. 604-530-2232

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

CHAMPION SERVICES

• Power Washing • Gutter Cleaning • Roof Cleaning

• Window Cleaning

30 Years experience!For Prompt Service Call

Simon 604-230-0627GUTTER & ROOF CLEANING

Moss Removal. WCB20 Years Exp. 604-341-5831

GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627

283A HANDYPERSONSAT YOUR SERVICE. Carpentry, Concrete, Painting, Rubbish

Removal. Call Dave (604)999-5056

287 HOME IMPROVEMENTS


283A HANDYPERSONS

HOME REPAIR, CARPENTRY & DESIGN✔ Minor electrical & plumbing

✔ Painting ✔ Baseboard✔ Fence & Drywall Repairs

✔ Custom woodwork✔ Hood Fan Installation

Helping Seniors My Specialty604 - 916 - 0739


HANDYMAN CONNECTIONHANDYMAN CONNECTIONHandyman Connection - Bonded -Renovations - Installations - Repairs - 604.878.5232

TOTAL RENOVATIONSRepair, Replace, Remodel...• Basement Suites • Plumbing

• Electrical • Kitchens• Baths • Drywall • Painting

• Texture • Patches • Flooring• Mouldings • Much More

*WCB *Licensed *Insured Dan 778-837-0771

DEAD LEVEL Construction Ltd. Complete Home Reno’s, Additions,Shops/Garages - from start to fi nish

Suite Legalization SpecialistWE DO IT ALL! www.deadlevel.ca

Call Bob at 604-830-1322BBB Accredited Member

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Ask about our$99

ROOM SPECIAL

CALL TODAY! 604-803-5041www.benchmarkpainting.ca



FULL RENOVATIONS Including Kitchens,

Bathrooms, Man Caves& Basement Suites

“ Let’s us fi x what someone else tried to fi x. “

288 HOME REPAIRS

A1 BATH RENO’S. Bsmt Suites,Drywall, Patios, Plumbing, Siding,Fencing, Roofi ng, Landscaping, etc.Joe 604-961-9937.

• Painting • Renovations• Repairs

604-889-8424Commercial • Residentialwww.paintitfi xit.ca

300 LANDSCAPING

Taylored Landscape Maintenance and Design. Lawn, garden and landscape maintenance. Spring cleanup specials. 604 442 6749

320 MOVING & STORAGE

MOVING?LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE• 1-4 Bedroom • Internals• Single Items • Packing Supplies

B & B MOBILE SERVICES

604-536-6620FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1973

rrs TM

www.BBmoving.ca

• Small & Big Moves • Internals• Single Items • Packing Supplies

MIRACLE MOVING Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip. Residential Commercial, 1-3 MenLocal & Long Distance Moves

Start $45/hr ~ All size trucks Free estimate/Senior Discount

www.miraclemoving.ca604 - 720 - 2009

~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

AFFORDABLE MOVERSwww.affordablemoversbc.com

From $45/Hr.1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks

Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1-3 MenFree Estimate/Senior DiscountResidential~Commercial~PianosLOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

604-537-41401PRO MOVING & SHIPPINGAcross the street - across the world

Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

MESA PAINTINGINTERIOR and EXTERIOR

Quality work at reas rates. Free Est. Michael (cell) 604-724-7458

www.paintspecial.com 778-322-2378 Lower Mainland

604-996-8128 Fraser ValleyRunning this ad for over 12yrs

PAINT SPECIAL3 rooms for $299

2 coats any colour(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price inclsCloverdale High Performance paint.NO PAYMENT until Job is

completed. Ask us about ourLaminate Flooring.

.Hayden Painting 778-229-0236Family Owned & OperatedRyan 778.229.0236



.Beachview Painters. Competitive rates. Clean and courteous. Free estimates. 604-250-7972. Painting the peninsula for 20 years.

~ PRO PAINTERS ~INTERIOR / EXTERIORQuality Work, Free Estimates

Member of Better Business BureauWCB INSURED

Vincent 543-7776

PRISM PAINTING CO.Re-Paint Specialist15 Years Experience

Interior/Exterior,stucco painting. 20% discounton re-painting or3 rooms $299Free Estimates

Call Sunny,778-893-1786

REPAINT SPECIALISTDoors, Casings, Walls, Baseboards, Ceiling Repairs - Painting.Finishing available. [email protected]

RENE’S SPRAY & BRUSH PAINTING 778-855-5361

Danish Quality

338 PLUMBING

FIXIT PLUMBING & HEATINGH/W Tanks, Reno’s, Boilers, Furn’s. Drain Cleaning. Ins. (604)596-2841

Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area.1-800-573-2928

.604.536.2216 www.bhserviceplumbing.org

A Gas Fitter ✭ PlumberFurnaces, Boilers, Hot Water

Heating, Hotwater Tanks, Drain/Duct Cleaning

& Plumbing Jobs.

✭ 604-312-7674 ✭✭ 604-507-4606 ✭

341 PRESSURE WASHING

Hydro Tech Power Washing Hot & Cold: WCB, Liability Insured

hydro-tech.ca ~ 778-928-6768

356 RUBBISH REMOVAL

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

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Household / Construction~ FREE ESTIMATES ~

SENIORS DISCOUNTCall Mitch

604-813-9104



356 RUBBISH REMOVAL

Brads Junk Removal.com. Same Day Service. Affordable Rates! 604.220.JUNK (5865)

362 SECURITY/ALARM SYSTEMS

REDUCE THEFT RISK BY 97% Residential & Commercial. Af-fordable Cutting Edge Technology. Watch Video @www.urfog.com / email: [email protected]

PETS

477 PETS

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

506 APPLIANCES

Peace Arch Appliance

Service to fridges,stoves, washers, dryers

& dishwashers. Reasonable.

Also Appliance RemovalCall Mark (604)536-9092

524 UNDER $200

Chesterfi eld & matching Loveseat, like new cond. Teal colour. Cost

$2000: Asking $185: 604-542-0575

551 GARAGE SALES

S. SURREY ESTATE SALE12021-Boundary Drive

Friday Feb. 26th & Sat. Feb. 27th, 10am - 4pm

All Contents of house for sale. (604)536-6510

560 MISC. FOR SALE

BRAND NEW KANGEN Alkaline WATER MACHINE, hooks up to tap in 5 minutes, removes chorline, manganese, lead, etc. Makes over 300 gallons a day. Steal for $1300 with guarantee. 604-619-5501

GENEROUS Prices Paid for An-tiques & Fine Art, Collectibles, Sil-ver, Furniture, Vintage lighting etc. Est. 1990 We purchase for collec-tors & the fi lm industry. We make House calls & free evaluations. Call David 604 716 8032. www.britishfi -neartandantiques.ca

MOVING OUT SALE; Brand new stationary bike, furniture, garden pots, portable D/W, crystal, glass-ware, books. $ neg. (604)535-3609

POLE BARNS, Shops, steel build-ings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 403-998-7907; [email protected].

REFORESTATION NURSERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or land-scaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free Shipping. Replacement Guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca

SAWMILLS from only $4,397 - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

STEEL BUILDING SALE...”REAL-LY BIG SALE-EXTRA WINTER DISCOUNT ON NOW!!” 21X22 $5,190 25X24 $5,988 27X28 $7,498 30X32 $8,646 35X34 $11,844 42X54 $16,386. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

REAL ESTATE

625 FOR SALE BY OWNER

Abbotsford Condo, Regency Park, 15th fl oor - amazing views, 1085sf, 2 bdrms, 2 baths, high ceilings, in-suite laundry, 2 parking spots, lots of amenities, central area. $284,000. Call (604)703-5263

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

New SRI Manufactured homesSingles $74,900. Doubles $94,900.

PARK SPACES AVAILABLEREPOSSESSIONS 1974-2010

www.glenbrookhomes.netChuck 604-830-1960

Trades. Financing. Permits.

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

RON Morin

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDO

ACTIVE SENIOR1 Bdrm & 2 Bdrms.

Well maintained Concrete High Rise in White Rock

close to shopping.Swimming Pool &

All Amenities.UTILITIES INCLUDED. NS/NP

Call 604-538-5337

CRESTWOOD MANOR1321 Foster St.

1 Bdrm $905/moIN WELL MAINTAINED

NEWLY UPDATED BUILDING. Heat, hot water and secured u/g parking stalls included.

No pets, No smoking. Call: 604-363-4631

~ Fir Apartments ~1455 Fir St WHITE ROCK

1 Bdrm units avail nowHeat & hot wtr incl.

Swimming pool & rec roomOn site mgr

Call 604-536-0379

White Rock - 1371 Fir St.

HILLCREST VILLA2 Bdrm ~ 2nd Floor

Corner Unit. $985/mo **Strictly NO SMOKING

building, suite or balcony**Heat & Hot water incl

No elevator - 7 Unit buildingNo Pets. Adult Oriented.

(604)536-8428WHITE ROCK; 1 BDRM near all amens. Mar 1st. N/S. $725 incl gas heat & hot water. 604-589-7818

WHITE ROCK. Lrg 1 bdrm ste adult bldg, 1 prkg, near shops. Incl heat & hotwtr. NP/NS Call 604-596-9977

WHITE ROCKSUNSET VILLA

Large 1 BedroomD/W in unit. Concrete building.$950 incls. HEAT & H/W.1 block from Semiahmoo Mall.

Available January 1Call for appt to view

778.878.0782

RENTALS

741 OFFICE/RETAIL

OFFICE SPACES*ROSEMARY CENTRE

3388 Rosemary Hts Cres. 2nd fl oor offi ce space 301 sq/ft

*WHITE ROCK SQUARE1480 Foster Street

519 sq/ft & 647 sq/ft 604-536-5639 to view/rates

750 SUITES, LOWERWHITE Rock 14th/Kent, 975 sq.ft. 2 bdrm, brand new ste, lndry incl, NP NS. $1500 incl util. 604-710-2911

751 SUITES, UPPER

WHITE ROCK 2bdr +den, updated main fl oor of house with full bath, F/P. N/S. Available March 1st. $1500 + 2/3 utils. 604-802-9195

TRANSPORTATION

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

2007 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN, 5sp manual transmission, only 76,000K, dark grey,

$5600 fi rm. 604-538-9257

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVALThe Scrapper

#1 FREE Scrap Vehicle REMOVAL~~ ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT ~~

$$$ PAID FOR SOME. 604.683.2200

MARINE

920 MOORAGEBOAT House For Sale at the Blaine Marina In Blaine WA. Will handle 42’ L x 15’ W x 15’ H. Concrete dock, Monitored Sprinkler System, Insurance, Security, Power & Wa-ter, Lighting,Curtain, Easy Access, Free Parking, Condo Association in Place. Condo. Fees 1,000.00/Year, Moorage $552.00/Month Asking $25,000.00 USD 604 542 9466, [email protected]

TO: Registered Owner of Home

Registered Security Holderunder the PPSA

RE: 30 DAY NOTICE OF INTENT TO SELL THE

FOLLOWING PROPERTYManufactured Home

(MHR #092939)Located on home site #112

at Breakaway Bays Manufactured Home

Community 1840 - 160th Street, Surrey, BC. V4X 4A4

This is notice that Parkbridge Life-style Communities Inc., landlord, has taken possession of the above manufactured home pursuant to Manufactured Home Park Tenancy Regulation 60/2008, Part 6 - Aban-donment of Personal Property, Sections 34-41. Parkbridge Life-style Communities Inc. intends to sell the above manufactured home unless you take possession of the property, establish a right of pos-session of it or make application to the court to establish the right with-in 30 days from the date this notice is deemed served.

Name of Registered Owners and previous tenant:Francis John Smyth

Description of Property to be Sold: One 2006, International Starteck Industries Ltd. - 13 ft 11 in X 66 ft

Serial Number 152081206Manufactured Home Registration: 092939

Address of the Residential Home Site and where the property is being stored: Breakaway Bays Manufac-tured Home Community, #112 - 1840 160th Street, Surrey, BC V4A 4X4. Name & address of the Landlord: Parkbridge Lifestyle Com-munities Inc. C/o Douglas Larson, Community Manager, Breakaway Bays (Clubhouse Offi ce), 1840 - 160th Street, Surrey, BC V4A 4X4 Ph 604-536-8255 Fax 604-536-3033 e-mail: [email protected]

Please be advised that unless you establish a right to possession or make application to the court to establish the right within 30 days, we will proceed with our right to dispose of the manufactured home in accordance with the Manufac-tured Home Part Tenancy Act and the Manufactured Home Park Ten-ancy Regulations.

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UP TO

37%SAVE

11.99 to 12.99

ONE DAYSALE!

March 2, 2016

2/4.98

ONE DAYSALE!

March 2, 2016

ONE DAYSALE!

March 2, 2016

ONE DAYSALE!

March 2, 2016

ONE DAYSALE!

March 2, 2016

Krave Jerky

2/4.98 to 3.29

to 2/6.98

ONE DAYSALE!

March 2, 2016

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3033 Immel Street, Abbotsford

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Peace Arch News, February 24, 2016