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Horse and cattle ranchers are stocking up on hay, as a protracted drought and wild fi res continue to cause both supply shortages and increased prices.

Marilyn Murdy, a bookkeeper with Clover-dale’s Vanderveen Hay Sales in Cloverdale said the big trucks started showing up about a month ago.

Ranchers and farmers are stocking up.Prices have climbed about 15 to 20 per cent,

and Vanderveen is immensely busy.In her six year’s with the company, Murdy has

seen it get hectic, but it appears ranchers are preparing for a shortage.

“As far as trailer loads of hay, I’d say it’s busier this year,” Murdy said.

Hay growers typically get three to four cuts of the perennial crop each year. So far, most hay growers have about three cuts harvested, but

because of the heat this summer, crops have gone dormant, much like a lawn.

Th at leaves growers waiting for rains to bring that next crop up to harvestable levels.

For Jerry Keulen of Delta’s Seabreeze Farms it means about a 30 per cent reduction in his crop of grass and corn.

“Th e crops are hurting because of the dry conditions,” Keulen said Wednesday. “We’re defi nitely getting one crop less than typically.”

Seabreeze is also a dairy farm, and the crops are used to feed the cows. Keulen has had to

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buy feed from Washington State, as it was the only area that could provide him the volume or quality he needed. He’s not panicked by the changes, but says he has to be adaptable.

“We’re not worried or nervous, but we do look at the whole picture,” Keulen said. “Adapting to climate change is what this falls under.”

Th e shortages seem to be largely regional. Some areas of B.C. are reporting little or no impact, while others say production is down 50 per cent. Th e drought has been compounded by the large number of fi res burning in the province.

Kevin Boon, with the B.C. Cattleman’s Association, said some of the ranches in the south of the province have burned, meaning large feed areas for cattle are gone. In some instances, the barns holding stockpiles of feed have also burned. It means those ranch-ers are having to go to market to feed their stock.

Boon said there is still hay available in the Peace and Th ompson River areas, but there’s trucking costs to consider.

While on average, the cost of hay has risen 15 to 20 per cent, in some instances it’s been far more. Boon has heard of cases in which hay cost has gone from $140 a tonne to $220 a tonne (a 57 per cent hike).

He was surprised to hear some ranchers may be stockpiling hay. It may be a mistake in the long run, he said, as prices may stabi-

lize, leaving them stuck having paid higher prices.Th ose who are hoarding hay would also require a barn to keep it

out of the elements. Th ose without a barn will be more susceptible to fl uctuating prices and shortages.

And the days of walking over to a neighbouring farm to borrow some hay may be dwindling quickly, as no one wants to get caught without.

Boon said there’s hay to be had in Alberta. Bringing it up from Washington is a bit of a non-starter because of the low Canadian dollar.

He added some ranchers may also sell off calves a year early to avoid the higher costs of feed.

Kelly Coughlin with the Horse Council of B.C. said there are diff ering opinions on the matter throughout the membership. Th e general sense is it’s too early to make any predictions.

Coughlin said most council members are in a state of “cautious optimism.”

Boon said consumers aren’t likely to see a big diff erence on the store shelves with meat and dairy products because of the higher feed prices as things tend to level out over time.

Th e beef being purchased now was taken from the ranch some time ago.

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Anna Spencer and her fi ve children had stopped in Abbotsford overnight as part of a journey from their home in Georgia to their new residence in Fairbanks, Alaska.

Th ey were travelling to join husband and dad Ron-ald, an army man who had been stationed in Alaska and had been living there since May.

Prior to leaving the Georgia home where they’d lived for seven years, the family loaded everything they owned into a 26-foot GMC U-Haul truck.

Th is included all their furniture and other es-sentials that had fi lled their home, but also some irreplaceable items, such as several boxes of family photos; keepsakes that had belonged to Anna’s dad, who died 15 years ago; and military gear (no weapons) that Ronald had saved over his 15 years in

the service.Th e Spencers – including the

fi ve kids ages 10 to 27 – left Georgia on July 24, staying at hotels along the way, without any problems.

But that changed early Monday morning (Aug. 17), while they were staying at the Ramada Plaza and Conference Centre in Abbotsford. Th e family checked in Sunday night, but when they left at 11 a.m. the following day, the U-Haul

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front desk, and police were called.Abbotsford Police Const. Ian MacDonald con-

fi rmed the U-Haul, loaded with about $100,000 in belongings, was stolen, and the theft was captured on video by the hotel’s security system.

Anna said the incident has been devastating.“Th at is somebody’s life in there (in the U-Haul).

It didn’t take overnight to gain all of this. It took a lifetime to build what we had.”

MacDonald said it appears a vehicle pulled up be-side the truck at 3:22 a.m. on Monday, and at 3:46 a.m., the U-Haul was driven away.

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MacDonald said the video is too dark and grainy to get any vehicle or suspect descriptions, but police believe at least two people were involved.

Th e stolen U-Haul was recovered in Surrey early Wednesday, and MacDonald said it ap-peared numerous items were missing. Th ere was also signifi cant damage to the truck’s ignition.

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A convicted killer who was supposed to go to trial this week for the murder of a Sur-rey man at a 2011 Christmas Eve party was recently found not guilty of the attempted murder of another man in Richmond.

Russell Bidesi, 24, is charged with second-degree murder in the shooting death of Bradley McPherson in Surrey. His trial for the McPherson murder was to begin Monday (Aug. 17), but was delayed when Bidesi’s defence lawyer withdrew.

Court documents indicate late last month Bidesi was found not guilty of attempt-ed murder and convicted of a lesser charge in a Richmond case where he was accused of shooting another man in the chin.

In a July 24 B.C. Supreme Court decision, Bidesi was found guilty of attempting to cause bodily harm and was sen-tenced the following week to two-and-a-half years in prison.

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20, 2011 – just over a month before McPherson was shot – that Bidesi and Harpreet Sandhu were at a hotel party in Richmond. Court heard that while they had a “cordial” rela-tionship, the two got into an argument outside that turned into a brief altercation. One of Bidesi’s friends punched Sandhu and another pulled out a gun and waved it around.

Moments lat-er, a cab pulled up and when Sandhu and his friends went to take it, Bidesi ran towards the taxi, carrying his friend’s gun. Th ere was an argument and Bidesi pointed it at Sandhu. Th e gun fi red, hitting him in the chin.

Bidesi argued he pulled the gun only to intimidate Sandhu and that it fi red accidentally – a defence the judge did not buy.

But while Justice Barbara Fisher found the shooting was intentional, she said there were aspects of the evidence that raised doubts that Bidesi in-tended to kill Sandhu, resulting in the bodily harm conviction rather than attempted murder.

Crown recommended a 30-month sentence, while defence lawyer Darcy Lawrence sought an 18-month prison term.

“Th e Crown’s proposed sentence of 30 months is reasonable,” said Fisher in her reasons. “If Mr. Bidesi were be-ing sentenced to the completed off ence, I would consider a sentence at least in the three- to four-year range. A sentence of 30 months … properly takes into account the nature of this off ence as an attempt, in light

of the serious circumstances in which it was committed.”

In May, Bidesi was also found guilty of manslaughter in another sepa-rate case where a 31-year-old Surrey man was shot to death.

Kacey Rogers was gunned down through the window of his home in 2012 during a home invasion. Bidesi was initially charged with sec-ond-degree murder in Rogers’ death, but convicted of the lesser charge of manslaughter. He’s scheduled to be sentenced in that case on Sept. 17.

His next court date in con-nection to the McPherson mur-der is Sept. 3, to fi x a new trial date. Lawrence was initially going to defend Bidesi in that case as well, but said Monday he had to back out for ethical and professional reasons.

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At others, I’ve done my best to capture the person’s essence from a distance, at the request of the deceased’s family.

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But in bracing myself for the next one that will come by way of assignment, I’m trying to dwell on why I should be there.

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Sure, the good stuff I hear will probably be a little embellished, and there’s good odds the bad won’t be mentioned at all. And, really, that’s how it should be.

I’ve “met” a lot of amazing people at funerals. And I can say without hesitation they made a diff erence, they mattered, even if sometimes to only to a few people.

It’s enough. Knowing that, it’s easier to accept that at some point down the road, the story being told will be mine.

Such is life.Tracy Holmes is a reporter with the Peace Arch

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Th e recent revelation of the salaries, income and expenses of the Semiahmoo First Nation prompted a lot of reaction from right across the country – and from a few members of the band, which is based in South Surrey.

Although the Semiahmoo First Nation has only 93 members, chief Willard Cook collected a salary of $267,729, including $420 for expenses. Coun. Joanne Charles collected $200,756 in salary and expenses, while coun-cillor Roxanne Charles collected much less, just $32,198.

Revelations of the payments comes as a result of the First Nations Financial Responsibility Act, passed by the Conservative government. Th e stated pur-pose is to let band members and taxpayers be fully aware of the fi nancial position of First Nations across Canada.

Th is has been a worthwhile piece of legislation. For one, it has shown the vast majority of band council members across Canada are acting responsibly, in terms of the salary and expenses they are being paid. Only a few have been collecting outlandish amounts.

Another benefi t is to show taxpayers just how much goes to-wards First Nations from various levels of government. Indeed, one of the puzzling things about the Semiahmoo declaration is how much the band received from the provincial government.

Most payments to First Nations usually come from the federal government, not the province. Th e federal government has constitutional responsibility for First Nations. Yet the Semiahmoo fi ling shows that $3,329,000 came from provincial taxpayers, while just $171,673 came from federal taxpayers.

Th e large amounts that go to bands from various governments make clear the importance of band economic development, and the value of treaties. Th e Tsawwassen First Nation in Delta has signed a treaty, and now has much more power over its aff airs. It is engaged in numerous economic activities, including construction of a large shopping centre near the Tsawwassen ferry terminal.

Other B.C. bands, such as the Osoyoos and Westbank First Nations, have also been involved in signifi cant economic activity, and are thus far less dependent on governments. Th is is to every-one’s benefi t.

Th e Semiahmoo band is en-gaged in some economic activity, notably leasing out various prop-erties that are located on its land. It also collects parking revenue from a large parking lot adjacent to the beach. Its fi ling shows $858,142 in partnership revenue, including economic partnerships.

Th ere is potential for a great deal more revenue from econom-ic development. Th e band’s lands are located adjacent to the border and White Rock, and some real estate development, for exam-ple, could prove benefi cial to the members of the band – as long as it met with their approval.

Th ere is a need for basic services on the band’s land. Band member Darren Dolan, who expressed concern about the level of Cook’s salary, said his own home has been condemned and has no wa-ter or sewer services. Considering most band members live within sight of some luxurious homes in White Rock and South Surrey, such conditions are unacceptable.

“We live in distress and Th ird World conditions, while they (leaders) have anything they want at their fi ngertips,” Dolan said.

Th ere is no reason that addi-tional economic development on the band’s land cannot be used as a much-needed lever to bring water and sewer services, and better housing for band mem-bers, to the Semiahmoo lands. Progress towards a treaty, which would grant much more autono-my to the band, would also be a good step.

Th e members of the band, who have long been good neighbours to South Surrey and White Rock residents, deserve no less.

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Everyone always has a complaint about the way they have been treated, but how often do you hear about the good side?

My wife was involved in a motor vehicle accident to which I was a witness. I was fi rst to start fi rst aid, in the middle of the road. Once I had control over the situation and was reaching for my cell phone to call 911, I had the people from behind us as well as the people in front of us volunteer to help.

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High levels of debt mean many B.C. house-holds may be under se-rious fi nancial pressure once a long-expected climb in interest rates fi nally begins.

British Columbians had an average of $99,834 in household debt in 2014, accord-ing to a new survey by

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According to the report, 58 per cent of B.C. households carry credit card debt despite the high interest rates they charge. Th at’s well above the national average of 52 per cent. It found 44 per cent in B.C. have mortgages and 10 per cent have student loans.

Seventy-one per cent of B.C. respondents with household debt said they would be stressed if interest rates rose two points – signifi cantly more than the national average of 64 per cent or 59 per cent of Albertans who said a two-point hike would be stressful.

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Th e Benchlands at Naramata is located on the southeast shore of Okanagan Lake, to the north of Penticton. Th e area features beauti-

ful scenery, a rich cultural history, sprawling vineyards,

wildlife reserves, and unparalleled views of South Okanagan.

“We’re thrilled to have been cho-sen as the PNE Prize Home partner,” says Randy Kowalchuk, President of Naramata Benchland Properties Ltd. “Th e PNE Prize Home is an important BC tradition, and we are confi dent the lucky winner will be impressed with the incredible views, idyllic settings and strong sense of community that make up the Naramata Benchlands project. Th is is a special home, and we’re happy to welcome it to a special place in the province.”

Imagine opening up the blinds of the home’s expansive windows to reveal a lake view, then enjoying a cup of coff ee while seated on

the outdoor furniture, or taking a relaxing dip in the hot tub to unwind aft er a long day.

Th e two-storey, three-bedroom PNE Prize Home is 3080 square feet of modern convenience, top of the line fi nishes, and an impressive living green roof, all without losing the charm and calming nature of the

Okanagan. Off ering the latest in home technology and

environmentally conscious

features, the modernized home boasts a total value over $2.1 million.

“Th is home is unlike anything we’ve done before, and we anticipate it will be extremely popular with our guests,” says PNE President and CEO Mike McDaniel. “Th e Prize Home is a very important part of our annual Fair and history, and to be able to off er such an incredibly beautiful home as part of the Prize Home Lot-tery is very exciting.”

Th e PNE chose award-winning premium modular homebuilder, Karoleena, to design and build the modern Prize Home.

“We’re honoured to have been chosen as the builder of the 2015 PNE Prize Home, and to be a part of its rich history,” says Kurt Goodjohn, co-founder and CMO for Karoleena. “Our goal is to improve the way people live by manufacturing and in-stalling the most beautiful, energy ef-fi cient, and technologically advanced homes in the world. We think the Prize Home meets this goal.”

Th e home comes equipped with indoor furnishings from Lane Home Furnishings featuring Calvin Klein

Home, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air and Maytag appliances supplied by Coast Appliances, as well as an in-home, multi-purpose recycling station brought to you by the LightRecycle program.

Outdoors, the lucky homeowner will fi nd accessories from Coast Spas Lifestyles, outdoor furniture from E9 Luxury Living and Napoleon BBQ from Th e BBQ Shop.

A greener building can have a sig-nifi cant impact on longterm environ-mental goals, which is why the home was built for LEED Gold registration by utilizing the utmost environmen-tal sustainability practices.

Th is includes an engineered green roof by Architek and an energy effi cient heat exchange system by Energy Saving Products. It is also extremely technologically advanced and uses smart home automations by Elan Home Systems, including touchpad- and device-controlled thermostat, security system and an audio/visual entertainment unit.

It is anticipated that 100,000 fairgoers will tour the Prize Home at the PNE between August 22 and September 7 (closed August 24 and 31). Aft er the Fair, a lucky winner’s life will be changed when they are awarded the Grand Prize Package. Th en, Karoleena’s innovative home will be relocated to its permanent lot in Naramata, where living life on a lake front lot can begin in peace and comfort. Pinch yourself, it isn’t a dream, it’s home.

Tickets for the Prize Home Lottery can be purchased by phone at 604-252-3688, online at www.pneprize-home.ca, at Overwaitea Foods Group locations, by mail, or onsite during the 2015 Fair at the Prize Home pre-view (2901 E. Hastings Street).

For contest rules, Prize Home pre-view dates and deadlines, visit www.pneprizehome.ca

Winner of PNE Prize Home will enjoy lake view living

Imagine winning the lakeside home of your dreams. Since 1934, the PNE Prize Home has been one of British Columbia’s most beloved giveaways by changing lives

overnight and offering everyday people the chance to own an extraordinary home. This year the Pacifi c National Exhi-bition (PNE) is proud to unveil what is anticipated to be one of the most popular Prize Homes in recent years.

Prize home will be relocated to the southeast shore of Okanagan Lake in Naramata.

Prize home includes latest home technology and environmentally

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Th e province is being urged to create a property tax surcharge targeting only foreign and absentee owners

in response to rising fears about housing aff ordability as Metro Vancouver land prices soar.

Th ree professors at UBC’s Sauder School

of Business argue a surcharge on proper-ty tax levied by the province could exempt all Canadian-owned primary residences and rented units.

Th ey say that would hit foreigners using Vancouver-area real estate strictly as an investment while ensuring typical B.C. homeowners pay noth-

ing more and Canadi-an investors have an incentive to rent out units rather than leave them vacant.

Tsur Somerville, the director of UBC’s Cen-

tre for Urban Econom-ics and Real Estate who co-wrote the proposal, says the money raised by the province could be used to boost rental housing subsidies and expand the property transfer tax exemption for fi rst-time home buyers.

He suggested a 100 per cent surcharge to double the property tax owners now pay if they are unable to demonstrate they qual-ify for an exemption.

“Essentially people who live in it as their primary residence or rent it out don’t pay the tax and everybody else does,” he said.

He cautioned that the mechanism would do little to stop the infl ux of foreign money into B.C. real estate and would likely raise only modest amounts of revenue.

“It’s not like we think this is going to solve anything,” Somerville said.

“But at least you could start taxing people who are increas-ing the aff ordability challenges for existing residents and use that to help people who are most hurt by it.”

He said that could happen immediately without waiting for the province to begin to collect data on foreign ownership of property in B.C.

He said there might be a case for creating further exemptions for Canadian or B.C. own-ers of vacation proper-ty in resort areas like Whistler or the Gulf Islands.

Th e provincial government has so far shown little interest in signifi cant reform to counter the rapid rise in real estate prices but has said it will explore options to improve aff ordability.

Somerville said a well-designed property tax surcharge could meet the premier’s requirement that any new policy not hurt the values of existing homes and the equity of their owners, which could occur if B.C. imposed tougher limits on property purchases by foreigners.

Variants of the same idea exist, he said, including raising the homeowner grant to allow cities or even TransLink to raise their property taxes without impacting most resi-

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Th e release of a spring survey of B.C. municipal-ities confi rms the problems that led to the fi ring of B.C.’s fi rst Auditor General for Local Govern-ment in March.

Th e Union of B.C. Municipalities surveyed the 17 local governments that had participated in former AGLG Basia Ruta’s reviews by March. All but one responded that AGLG staff and auditors lacked understanding of how local government operates in B.C.

One community with RCMP service said the AGLG was “not quite sure how to assess our situa-tion” because the municipality had little discre-tion over the terms of its policing contract.

Th e survey also found that high turnover in Rutia’s offi ce hampered its performance audits. Th at was one of the factors that led to Ruta being fi red, after she refused to cooperate with a review of her offi ce’s functions.

Former B.C. auditor general Arn van Iersel was appointed acting AGLG in April and is working with the UBCM on its recommendations, includ-ing training of audit staff .

Hired to execute an idea proposed by Premier Christy Clark in her 2012 bid for the B.C. Liberal Party leadership, Ruta set herself a target of 18 audits in the fi rst year. Clashes with staff at her Surrey offi ce and her supervising board began to emerge, and only one audit was completed in that time.

Local government auditor problems confirmed

dents. Only Canadian citizens qualify for the homeowner grant.

Alternatively, the UBC profs’ letter says the province could en-able a revenue-neutral progressive property tax where a higher surcharge on more expensive properties is rebated as a provin-cial income tax credit, which non-B.C. tax fi lers could not claim.

Finance ministry of-fi cials indicate they’re studying the proposals, among others.

Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson this spring proposed a higher property trans-fer tax to hit luxury homes harder when they change hands.

Cameron Muir, chief economist for the B.C. Real Estate Associ-ation, doubted the property tax surcharge idea would have much benefi t for those hav-ing diffi culty buying a home.

“If the purpose here is to fi ll provincial cof-fers with additional tax revenue coming from people from outside of British Columbia, it sounds good,” Muir said.

“If the goal is that by causing a surcharge on foreign investors that somehow that is going to make housing more aff ordable, there’s no evidence to suggest that.”

He said foreign in-vestors are not buying homes of the type built for fi rst-time buyers.

“Th e connection there is tenuous at best.”

June saw continued strong sales activity in the Metro Vancouver area, with detached house prices topping $1.1 million, up nearly 15 per cent from a year ago.

“Th at’s coming from broad-based housing demand from people who live, work and raise their families here,” Muir said.

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The Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (BC Division) will hold its an-nual sale of yearling thoroughbreds on Wednesday Sept. 9th at Langley’s Th un-derbird Show Park. Th e auction will start at 3 p.m.Interested buyers are welcome to vis-it the Show Park on Sept. 8th to view

prospective champions at the Yearling Parade at 3 p.m. A free information session will be held at 6 p.m. on September 2nd at the Der-by Bar and Grill for those who are con-sidering purchasing a racehorse (either individually or with a group) and who would like to learn about racehorse

ownership options, racing syndicates, how to read the CTHS Sales catalogue and more. (Th e Derby Bar and Grill is located at 115 – 17637 1st Avenue, Sur-rey). To reserve your spot or for more information call, 604-536-2878.For more information about the CTHS Sale, visit www.cthsbc.org

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An alarming number of contractors are fail-ing to safely remove asbestos before they demolish or reno-vate an older home, prompting WorkSafe-BC to step up enforce-

ment to prevent a new epidemic of disease in the future.

The agency conduct-ed 210 inspections last year and found 43 per cent of hazardous material surveys were inadequate, often fail-ing to detect asbestos that further tests proved was present.

“In many of these cases they’ll produce a survey by a testing firm that shows no asbestos. We will

then take samples ourselves and we’ll find asbestos in that property,” said Al Johnson, WorkSafeBC vice-president of pre-vention services.

Disreputable hazmat firms may not check enough of a building, leaving out obvious sources of risk that can include drywall, floor tiles, insulation, cement pipes, lino-leum and spray-on fireproofing.

Workers exposed to airborne asbestos fibres released at construction sites can contract cancers and other asbestos-related diseases decades later.

Asbestos has emerged as B.C.’s top workplace killer, with 581 related deaths in the past decade, 77 of them last year.

Those deaths were mostly due to in-dustrial exposure of trades people at high levels 20 to 40 years ago, but Johnson fears more gradual exposure in construc-tion and demolition will be the new killer of the future.

Contributing to the problem is the soaring price of land in Metro Vancouver that has fuelled a boom in demolitions as hun-dreds of older houses are cleared away each year to make way for the dream homes of buyers.

“The housing mar-ket is playing into this in a significant way because many old homes built prior to the mid-80s are just being purchased for the land and torn down,” Johnson said.

Some contractors or home owners have no clue about the risks or the health and safety laws that apply, he said, while others are trying to dodge the cost of dealing with

the danger responsi-bly.

“You can come in and demolish with backhoe or an excava-tor and have a big pile of rubble and try to haul it off somewhere. That’s a lot different than having a team of people go in properly protected.”

Five cities – Van-couver, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Saanich and Nanaimo – require demolition permit applicants to first provide hazard-ous material survey results.

Renovations are more difficult for enforcement officers to spot and police.

Johnson said Work-SafeBC is appealing to home owners to get a responsible contractor.

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The enforcement blitz begins this month and continues until the end of the year.

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Th ere’s no other way for a beaming Stacey Kohler to describe it.

Th e prospect of having her own apartment in a new rental-housing development planned by Semiahmoo House Society in South Surrey is a “dream come true,” she said.

Th e 32-year-old developmentally disabled athlete – she won bronze with Team Can-ada in the 3,000-metre race at the Special Olympic World Summer Games in 2011 – is friendly, a great talker and hard worker in the society’s food services program who also loves to be a part of the general community through her part-time landscaping work.

But fi nding independent housing for some-one in her situation is an almost insurmount-able obstacle, as society executive director Doug Tennant notes.

Th e best that can be done, usually, is a group home or a home share.

“People with developmental disabilities have a huge limitation on where they can live,” he said. “What generally happens in Surrey is that people end up living with their parents.”

But that’s changed with the new develop-ment, a long-standing dream for the society and former executive director Paul Wheeler.

Over 10 years ago the society started the purchase of four residential lots adjacent to its administration and services building for just such a building.

Th e original plan was to build 55 strata

condo units, of which maybe 12-15 would be owned by the society and available to devel-opmentally disabled people it supports.

But that changed when the society’s builder and developer, Marcon, came back with a diff erent idea.

As an organization not driven by maxi-mizing profi t, the society, it suggested, could aff ord to build a rental building that its foun-dation – the Semiahmoo Foundation – would own in perpetuity.

Now approved after fourth reading by the City of Surrey, the “inclusive apartment proj-ect” will include 71 units, 20 of which will be made available to developmentally disabled tenants as either rentals or long-term leases, and 51 will be off ered to the general public at aff ordable, below-market rates.

Construction got underway in May and could be complete and ready for occupancy as soon as the fall of 2016, Marcon Project Supervisor Nic Paolella said.

Tennant said the society has been told by city staff it’s the fi rst purpose-built aff ordable

rental option in Surrey in three decades.But while Stacey’s mom, Beryl, shares the

excitement that the project will benefi t the community at large, she’s overjoyed and relieved that her daughter will be able to have a housing placement that fi ts her needs exactly.

It will mean an apartment right where she works and at the centre of the recreational activities she most enjoys – things like dance, musical theatre and movie-night drop-ins – now that the international competition phase of her athletic career is coming towards its end.

“She’s so vulnerable and she’s lived at home all her life,” she said. “As a parent of a child with special needs you wonder what’s going to happen when you’re no longer there for her. Th is will provide the independence she desperately wants, but also the safety she needs.”

She and her husband fi rst started bringing Stacey to Semiahmoo House when she was 19, she said. Th ey were living in North Delta

at the time, but Semiahmoo House was a place where Stacey immediately felt at home and connected with the staff , community and volunteers.

“We’ve been in White Rock seven years,” Beryl said. “We actually moved here because of Semiahmoo House, because we were always dropping her off in the morning and picking her up at night.”

Paolella said he believes that the Semiah-moo House project doesn’t have to be a one-off in the development market.

“It’s a huge solution to (aff ordable hous-ing),” he said.

“A lot of the time aff ordable rentals come by way of building getting very old, and that’s been an issue. But being able to work with a non-profi t organization – one that doesn’t have a mandate for profi t, an opportunity presents itself.

“Now that we’ve created the model, we hope it’s one that can be replicable else-where.”

▶ NEW RENTAL HOUSING APARTMENT COMPLEX IN SOUTH SURREY WILL PROVIDE INDEPENDENT LIVING FOR THOSE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

Long-awaited project ‘a huge solution’From left: Semiahmoo House Society Executive Director Doug Tennant, Marcon Project Supervisor Nic Paolella, Beryl Kohler and Stacey Kohler look over a rendering of the inclusive apartment project planned for society-owned land next to the administration and services building on 24 Avenue near 153 Street.ALEX BROWNE

▶ “People with developmental disabilities have a huge limitation on where they can live. What generally happens in Surrey is that people end up living with their parents.”DOUG TENNANT

ARTS & LIFE The Surrey-Nor th Delta Leader Fr iday August 21 2015 21

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Surrey’s Palbir Dhaliwal and Sumrit Sanghera, both 16, are soaking up knowledge this summer at the Centre for Digital Media’s (CDM) Tomorrow’s Masters of Digital Media (MDM) Pro-gram.

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Th e boot camp began on Aug. 10 and runs through Aug. 28, with 11 teens from Grades 9 to 12 enrolled.

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Cinderella will team up with a plus-sized infl atable robot for the fi nal two showings at Movies Under the Stars.

For the next two Saturdays, visitors are invited for activities and entertainment starting at 5 p.m. at Holland Park, followed by movies at dusk.

Th e upcom-ing movies are Cinderella (Aug. 22) and Big Hero 6 (Aug. 29.)

Th e event is free.

Th e North Surrey Lions will be on hand barbecuing hamburgers and hot dogs, with proceeds to be donated to local chari-ties.

Movies Un-der the Stars is organized by the Surrey Downtown Business

Improvement Asso-ciation, supported by Prospera Credit Union, whose staff members will hand out free pop-corn (by donation to the Surrey Christmas Bureau) as attendees settle in to enjoy the movies.

Holland Park is located at 13428 Old Yale Rd.

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Th e Friday Movie Nights in Cloverdale series continues tonight with Monsters University.

Th e series, which has been taking place since June, alternates locations between Don Christian Park (6220 184 St.) and Katzie Elementary (6887 194A Street). Th is week’s movie is at Don Christian.

Live entertainment and family games start at 7:30 p.m., with the free movie rolling at dusk.

Th e last fl ick will be Finding Nemo on Aug. 28 at Katzie Elemen-tary.

In case of rain, visit Clayton Youth Services Facebook page for updates or call the Don Christian Recreation centre at 604-502-6402.

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ETCETERA The Surrey-Nor th Delta Leader Fr iday August 21 2015 23

Sher Vancouver is looking for a few more transgen-der women to be inter-viewed for a short docu-mentary on trans issues and the late Ms. January Marie Lapuz who was the Sher Vancouver Social Co-ordinator. You don’t have to have known January to be interviewed and be in the fi lm. Some fi lming and re-cording has already begun, please respond quickly. Email [email protected] with a brief bio about yourself. The fi lm is being directed by two Journalism students from Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Surrey, B.C. A $50 honorarium will be provided. The documentary will be distributed to fi lm festivals including queer fi lm festivals around the world, and may eventually be used as a resource for high schools, colleges, and universities, as well may be made widely available online via You Tube, offi cial blog and website, and social media channels.

A free summer family dance will take place Aug. 28 from 6-8 p.m. at the Newton Recreation Centre, 13730 72 Ave. Bhangra, zumba and hip hop. Live DJ, light refreshments and more. For more informa-tion, call 604-501-5540.

A Newton Block Party will take place on Aug. 22 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. near the Newton Recreation Centre, 13730 72 Ave. Pancake breakfast, barbecue, children’s crafts and games and more. For more details, contact Nasrin Baji at 604-593-2294 or [email protected] A community carnival

hosted by Park City Baptist Church will be held Aug. 22 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 17400 60 Ave. Games, food prizes and more.

Urban Safari Rescue Society is holding their annual open house and barbecue fundraiser on Aug. 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 1395 176 St. Check out their 350 rescued animals. There will also be a

farm animal petting zoo, silent auction, games for kids, an art exhibit by Semiahmoo Arts Society, craft vendors, bee beard demos from the Honey-bee Centre. For more information, email [email protected] or call 604-531-1100.

Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) Society is seeking volunteers for the PICS Mega Job Fair and BC Small Business Expo 2015, which takes place Sept. 24 at Aria Con-vention Centre, 12350 Pattullo Pl. To register or for more information, call Sunil Rawat or Jagtar Dhaliwal at 604-596-7722 or email [email protected] or [email protected]

The Surrey Memorial Hospital Auxiliary needs volunteers to help them raise funds to support patient care and services. Help is needed at the SMH lottery booth to

provide sales and service to hospital staff, patients and visitors. Training is provided by BC Lottery. Weekday shifts available. Helps also needed at the Penny Savers’ Thrift Shop: at 11961 82 Ave. Available shifts are from Monday to Saturday. For more details, visit www.govolunteer.ca. To apply, download an application at www.fraserhealth.ca, email [email protected] or call 604-588-3381.

READ Surrey/White Rock Society is looking for individuals who are in-terested in being trained to become volunteer tutors. Applicants must have excellent English skills. Training is provided by a certified teacher/trainer. For details, call 778-871-5319 or email [email protected]

The Fraser Health Crisis Line is recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to people in the region who are experiencing emotional distress. No previous experience is needed as

extensive training and ongoing support is pro-vided. Visit www.options.bc.ca and follow the link for the Crisis Line.

The Canadian National Institute for the Blind is in high need of volunteers to assist people who are blind or partially sighted in Surrey. Vision Mates help with reading, going for walks, shopping and social visiting. The time commitment is two to three hours a week. Email [email protected] or call 604-431-2146.

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STAFF ACCOUNTANT(ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN)

A well established fi rm of C.A.’s located in Surrey is seeking a staff accountant / accounting technician with full working knowledge of Caseware, Case-view, Taxprep, Excel, Sage and/or Quickbooks with the opportunity to work fl exible hours. Accounting designation is not required.

We offer a good working environment, balanced lifestyle, competitive

compensation and benefi ts!!Please forward your resume in

confi dence to: Heming, Wyborn & Grewal, #200 - 17618 - 58 Avenue,

Surrey, BC, V3S 1L3, Fax: 604-576-2890,

[email protected]

102 ACCOUNTING/BOOKKEEPING

▶ LICKIN’ LIKE A CHAMPSurrey’s Tyler Cliff, 4, competes in Class 4 Bike Balance at BMX Canada’s Borderline National competition at Langley BMX on Aug. 15. MIRANDA GATHERCOLE

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

6 IN MEMORIAM GIFTS

Make a gift that honours the memory of a loved one.

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7 OBITUARIES

BC Cancer Foundation13750 96th AvenueSurrey, BC V3V 1Z2

604.930.4078bccancerfoundation.com

Supporting the BC Cancer Agency

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

33 INFORMATION

BALZER, Douglas It is with deep regret that I, George Balzer, Executor announce the passing of my brother Douglas in early June 2015. Doug was born in Vancou-ver in 1944 and is survived by his wife Debbie, son Jason, 2 daughters Leah and Teresa & stepdaughter Breanne. It would be greatly appreciated if the forgoing would contact myself at 604-984-7472 or at [email protected]

IF YOU ARE... S Moving, Expecting A Baby S Planning A Wedding S Anticipating Retirement S Employment Opportunities

1-844-299-2466We have Gifts & Informationwww.welcomewagon.ca

041 PERSONALS

SWM 63 caring honest fun NS new book author Interest..nature music dineout, drives, romance seeks SWF 62+. 1-778-414-1449 (3-8pm)

42 LOST AND FOUND

FOUND: on Tuesday in the Dollara-ma / Micheal’s parking lot. A little girls PINK & WHITE PURSE. Contains some money. Please call 604-599-0265

LOST DOG, Little black FEMALE CAIRN TERRIER, 23 lbs. vic. 24th & 182nd Please call 604-535-6063

CHILDREN

86 CHILDCARE WANTED

LIVE-IN/OUT CAREGIVER needed in Surrey to look after 2 kids ages 8, & 3 yrs + baby on the way. Prep food/snacks, feed, bathe, fungames, read, put to nap and light housekeeping. Room free if live-in. [email protected]. Min wage.

98 PRE-SCHOOLS

REACH Developmental Preschool North Delta, 10921 82 Ave. FALL Registration on NOW. M-F 9am-2 pm classes available. Phone: 604-596-0106 or 604-946-6622 ext 308. Email: [email protected] / www.reachdevelopment.org

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

102 ACCOUNTING/BOOKKEEPING

BOOKKEEPER A well established fi rm of C.A.’s located in Surrey is seeking a Bookkeeper with full cycle book-keeping experience including a working knowledge of Sage, Quickbooks and Excel who is willing to work full time or on a per diem basis.

We offer a good working environment, balanced lifestyle, competitive

compensation and benefi ts!!Please forward your resume

in confi dence to: Heming, Wyborn & Grewal, #200 - 17618 - 58 Avenue,

Surrey, BC, V3S 1L3, Fax: 604-576-2890,

[email protected]

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CHILDREN ........................................ 80-98

EMPLOYMENT ............................. 102-198

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

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

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

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

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

AUTOMOTIVE .............................. 804-862

MARINE ....................................... 903-920

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Friday August 21 2015 The Surrey-North Delta Leader 25

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The Surrey School District has an opening for the following positions:

• Carpenter

• Facilities Architectural Technologist

For more information about these opportunities, please go towww.makeafuture.ca/surrey

(Support Staff)

Must have your own reliable CARGO VAN (minimum ¾ ton) and clean driver abstract.

NO CARS, SUVS, MINI-VANS OR PICKUP TRUCKS.

• Tuesday Evenings & Thursday Evenings • Pick up newspapers from our warehouse • Deliver newspapers to our carriers’ homes

in Langley City, Walnut Grove and Aldergrove

Call 604.514.6770 [email protected]

NOW HIRING!Delivery Drivers


111A CHILDCARE

LICENSED CHILDCAREPROVIDER

needed to run home daycare. F/T Mon - Fri. Cloverdale area.

Please call Annie: (604)372-1788

115 EDUCATION

Chinese Language School

Web: Hxms.orgStart September 12For ages 4 to adult

Surrey 16193 88 Aveand 12772 88 Ave

Langley 20965 77A Ave

Call: 604-782-9207

Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

WE’RE ON THE WEBwww.bcclassified.com

110 CAREER SERVICES/JOB SEARCH


115 EDUCATION

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIP-MENT OPERATOR SCHOOL.

NO Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options.

SignUp online! iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853

126 FRANCHISE

Jim’s Mowing Business for SaleCall 310-JIMS (5467)

130 HELP WANTED

FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certifi cation? Get Certifi ed, 604-575-3944

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

110 CAREER SERVICES/JOB SEARCH


130 HELP WANTED

Auto Parts Pickup Driver

Clean Class 5 Driver’s Lic. Valid Canadian Passport. Familiar with auto parts.

Customs Clearanceexperience an asset.

F/T employment.

email: [email protected]

CANADIAN FARMS Produce Inc. located at 16185 48th Ave. Surrey, BC, V3Z 1E8, urgently requires full time, permanent farm workers to work year round on their vegetable farms. Wages offered are $11.50/hr and duties incl; planting, maintain-ing, harvesting, washing & grading vegetables. This position requires no education, formal training or work experience. Accommodation is available if required. Interested candidates should be available to work anytime in different weather conditions and must be able to lift up to 55 lbs of vegetable boxes. Please fax resume: 604-574-5773.

Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities

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

Summer Work. SeekingHonest, Hard Working Staff.

www.PropertyStarsJobs.com

115 EDUCATION


130 HELP WANTED

DRIVER /LABOURER

Growing Surrey Co. requires. Driver / Labourer with Class 5 driver’s license. Must be willing to work occasional Saturday’s. Applicant must have leadership ability, positive attitude,dedication & willingness to learn.

Please e-mail your [email protected]

.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certifi ed & experienced. Union wages & benefi ts. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: [email protected]

115 EDUCATION


130 HELP WANTED

Forming & Framing CrewsMorningstar Homes Ltd. has im-mediate & long term opportunities available, for qualifi ed single family foundation forming and framing crews in Maple Ridge, Port Moody and Burke Mountain, Coquitlam.

For more information Please call Ed or Ali at:

(604) [email protected]

GREENHOUSE LABOURERSP (Delta) Limited Partnership operation looking for steady, hardworking, energetic individu-als that are able to do plant care, harvesting, sorting grading & packaging and general cleanup and workday preparations. The positions advertised are full time permanent positions for all seasons. Job Location 10250 Hornby Dr. Delta, BC V4K3N3 Wage $10.50/hr plus AD&D benefi ts. Positions available immediately. English language not required. Positions open to all persons (incl. youth, aboriginals, new immigrants and all others) demonstrating their ability to meet expectations of full time, physical work in greenhouse environment.

To apply submit resume to: [email protected] or by fax to 604-607-7656

Landscaper/HandymanFT Permanent

$17 / hr + Benefi ts

Must have a vehicle; able to use & perform maintenance with

various lawn equipment. We promote a drug free

work environment.

Apply in person 2252 190 St [email protected]

Large White Rock hillside property needs a hardworking, enthusiastic & reliable GARDENERS HELPER for full time summer/fall work. Must be fi t, fl uent in English, some exp & own transport. Call 604-531-7624.

User Support Technicianneeded for Lally Bros Holding, a

trucking company in Surrey BC, to provide tech support & networking. Salary $24 - $26/hr. Min 30 hrs/wk.

2-3 Years exp. Dip./degree req’d. Fax resume to: 604-327-7759


134 HOTEL, RESTAURANT,FOOD SERVICES

COOKRequired weekends 4 hours day for mental health facility in Delta. Must have completed institutional cooking program.Forward resume by Email to:[email protected] by Fax to: 604-596-6132

FAST Food Restaurant @ South Surrey now hiring part /full time crews & managers. Suitable candi-dates required to work fl exible hours, strong work ethics & passion to serve customers. Send resume to [email protected]

PART time cook required for food service located in Surrey. Currently the kitchen is open on weekends only, however a free lease provides the opportunity to expand business hours. For more information call Ken 604-512-0585.

RICKY’S COUNTRY RESTAURANT

We are currently interviewing for F/T & P/T Line Cooks

& Dishwashers for our newly renovated Ricky’s Country

Restaurant. If you are looking for long term employment please contact Kammie.

Apply in person to: 2160 King George Blvd. Surrey/W.Rock between

8am - 2pm Monday to Friday. or call for interview

604-531-2635

TIM HORTONS

FULL TIMEStart at 5:00am or 2:30pmWe offer benefi ts after 3 mths and incentives for reliability

& dedicated team work.

Apply In Person19218 - 96 Ave, Surrey

Apply Onlinegurbir@scotiapacifi c.com

130 HELP WANTED


160 TRADES, TECHNICAL

Standard Truck & Crane Ltd.NOW HIRING

Knuckleboom / StingerOperators

-Must have Class 1 License -Must have Flat deck experience -Must be able to lift at least 60lbs-Must have proper knowledge of the Lower Mainland-Must be fl uent in English-Must have own transportation to get to work on time-Candidates applying must be both team players and be able to work without supervision, as well as be able to follow directionWe offer Medical / Dental benefi tsIf interested, please send a

copy of your resume, drivers abstract, and references to:

Fax: 604-559-2731or Call 604-566-9732

163 VOLUNTEERS

BECOME A VOLUNTEER LITERACY or MATH TUTOR and help a child who is struggling to learn! You must have excellent English and/or math skills, and en-joy working with children. Tutoring locations in both Surrey & Langley.Extensive training provided. Surrey information sessions held on either Tuesday, September 8th at 7 PM or Wednesday, September 9th at 7 PM, Learning Disabilities Association of-fi ce #201 - 13766 - 72 Ave. Surrey.Langley information session held Thursday September 10th, 7 PM at Douglas Park School, 5409-206 St. Langley. Please Pre-register at;

604-591-5156 or: [email protected]

SWM 63 quiet caring honest NS/NPgood driver, cook, security seeks livein homecare position. Have to Dr’s refs. 1-778-414-1449 (3-8pm)

164 WAREHOUSE

PLANT WORKERS & FISH FILLETERS

Required byFish Processing Plant

for day shifts.Please apply at:

#200-11251 River Rd. Richmond.

PERSONAL SERVICES

171 ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

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#200 - 5450 - 152nd Street(2nd fl oor, elevator access)

Phone: 604-575-5555Fax: 604-575-2073

Email: ads@bcclassifi ed.comHours: Monday - Friday

8:30am - 5:00pm

PERSONAL SERVICES

171 ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

RELAXATION BODY CARE604-859-2998

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172 ASTROLOGY/PSYCHICS

Psychic ReadingsPalm - Tarot Card - Crystal BallOne visit will convince you

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175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS

Specializing in Private Events!We Come To You! Doing It All,

From Set-Up - Clean-Up.

• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals

• Weddings • B-B-Ques• Birthdays • AnniversariesUnique Taste, Unique Menus...

Gourmet, Customized MenusTailored To Your Function...

Kristy [email protected]

or Visit us at: www.threescompanycatering.ca

181 ESTHETIC SERVICES

CINDERELLA SPADeep Pore Cleansing Facial

Special $29.99 (reg $90)Pedicure Special $20 (reg $35)

(604)957-1820 15340A Fraser Hwy

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

LARGE FUNDBorrowers Wanted

Start saving hundreds of dollars today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage 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

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PERSONAL SERVICES

182 FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

242 CONCRETE & PLACING

Bonniecrete Const.

Concrete Lifting D Crack Repair

D Eliminate Tripping HazardsD For all your concrete repairs

Ross 604D535D0124Bonniecrete Const Ltd

UNIQUE CONCRETEDESIGN

F All types of concrete work FF Re & Re F Forming F Site prepFDriveways FExposed FStamped

F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured778-231-9675, 778-231-9147

FREE ESTIMATES

SEMI-RETIRED contractor will do small concrete jobs. Patio’s, side-walks, driveway’s. Re & re old or damaged concrete. Ken 604-307-4923

COMPLETE CONCRETE WORK& LANDSCAPING. Breaking,

Bobcat work, Removal, City Drive-ways, Residential. 5 mil. liab, WCB. Free Est. 604-722-8733

JOE’S CONCRETE - 37yrs exp.All types of renovations, driveways,

sidewalks, placing, etc.Small jobs welcome. 604-723-5778

257 DRYWALL

PSB DRYWALL LTD.★ All Board-ing, Taping, Framing & Texture. In-sured work. Dump Removal Ser-vice. 604-762-4657 / 778-240-4657

260 ELECTRICAL

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

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

NEIGHBOURS ELECTRICLicensed, Warrantied, Affordable. Renos & small jobs. Res & comm. 7 Days. Free est. 604-710-5758.

269 FENCING

6 FOOT HIGH CEDAR FENCE.$13/foot. Low Prices. Quality Work.Free Est. Harbans 604-805-0510.

6’ CEDAR FENCING. Free ests. Red Rose Landscaping.

Harbiee 604-722-2531

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281 GARDENING

Excavators, Backhoes, Bobcats & Dump

Trucks for hireTOPSOIL & GRAVEL

604-531-5935

.aaa lawn 604-542-1349

Prompt Delivery Available7 Days / Week

Meadows LandscapeSupply Ltd.

✶ Bark Mulch✶ Lawn & Garden Soil

✶ Drain Gravel ✶ Lava Rock✶ River Rock ✶Pea Gravel

(604)465-1311meadowslandscapesupply.com

TOPSOILTurf & Lawn Blend, Planting& Garden Blend, Composted

Mulch, Sand & Gravel

Call 604-531-5935

ALL LANDSCAPING. Hedge trim-ming, pruning, weeding, yard clean up. Free est. Jason 778-960-7109

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

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

287 HOME IMPROVEMENTS

VECTOR RENO’S Specializing in all interior & exterior

home renovations & additions. Call 604-690-3327

BL CONTRACTINGRENOVATIONS SPECIALIST

SUNDECKS:*Cedar *Treated *Vinyl *Trex

RAILINGS:*Aluminum *Glass *Wood

(604)240-1920RICHGOLD Contr. Ltd. Bsmt suites, framing, drywall, paint, deck-ing, fl ooring, crown moulding & all kinds of reno’s. Sam 604-992-8474.

BEAUTIFUL BATHROOMPlumbing + Drywall + Elect. + Tubs &

Showers & Sinks + Toilets & Tile + Fan + Countertop + Painting = = BEAUTIFUL BATHROOM!!

Sen disc. Work Guar.17 yrs exp. CallNick 604-230-5783, 604-581-2859

EXP. CARPENTER / HANDYMAN All types of work! No job too small! Over 20 yrs exp! Ed 778-888-8603

A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing,

reroofi ng. Dhillon 604-782-1936.

Renovation SpecialistQuality workmanship

since 1968Commercial - Residential

KITCHENS - BATHRMSCROWN MOULDING -

SUITES, DECKS, REPAIRS- BUILDING MAINT.

REFS. WORK GUARANTEED

Emerson’s Contracting604-312-9209, 604-535-0566

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


287 HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FINISH CARPENTERFinish Carpentry - Mouldings, sun-decks, stairs, siding, painting, dry-wall. Refs. Rainer cel 604-613-1018

288 HOME REPAIRS

HANDYMANHome Repair Services - 45 Yrs Exp

Call or Text Henry 604-868-5441

A1 BATH RENO’S. Bsmt suites, drywall, patios, plumbing, siding, fencing, roofi ng, landscaping, etc. Joe 604-961-9937.

296 KITCHEN CABINETS

QUICKWAY Kitchen Cabinets Ltd. ****Mention this ad for 10% Off ****

Call Raman @ 604-561-4041.

300 LANDSCAPING

Complete Landscape ServiceSpecializing in landscape renosBobcat - Excavator - Decks

Retaining Walls - Paving Stones New Lawns-Irrigation-Drainage

Hedging and more*30 Yrs Exp. *Fully Insured

Call Brian for a free estimate604-773-1349

S. H. LANDSCAPINGTREE SERVICES

Trimming W Pruning W ToppingClean-up W Garbage Removal

Pressure WashingGardening

Flower Beds W Allan BlocksBark Mulch W River Lava Rock

Lawn CareWeeding W New Turf

Fertilizing W Moss ControlPower Raking W Aeration

FencingFree Estimate

19 years experience in Maple Ridge/Pitt Meadows

604.230.1634 or 604.467.3724

317 MISC SERVICES

✶Dump Site Now Open✶SBroken Concrete RocksS

$25.00 Per Metric TonSMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS

$25.00 Per Metric TonGrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds

$59.00 Per TonMeadows Landscape Supply

604-465-1311

320 MOVING & STORAGE

Commercial & ResidentialLocal & Long Distance Moves* Licensed * Insured * Bonded

All Truck Sizes & TrailersAmazing Rates! FREE Estimates.

778-928-5995

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPINGAcross the street - across the world

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

MIRACLE MOVING Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip. Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men

BIG OR SMALL MOVESStart $45/hr ~ All size trucks

Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca604 - 720 - 2009

~We accept Visa & Mastercard~

ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person*Reliable Careful Movers. *RubbishRemoval. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

Associated Painters Inc.Residential/Commercial

Interior/ExteriorFREE ESTIMATES

For professional results, Call Dan 604-763-7921

or 604-542-4331www.assocatedpainters.ca

NORTH STARS PAINTINGwww.northstars-painting.com

AMAZING WORK,AMAZING VALUE!

778.245.9069


329 PAINTING & DECORATING

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

604.996.8128 Fraser ValleyRunning this ad for 10yrs

PAINT SPECIAL3 rooms for $299

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

Cloverdale Premium quality paint.NO PAYMENT until Job is

completed. Ask us about ourLaminate Flooring.

~ PRO PAINTERS ~INTERIOR / EXTERIORQuality Work, Free Estimates

Member of Better Business BureauWCB INSURED

Vincent 543-7776

TONY’’S PAINTING

A-1 Painting Company - Interior / Exterior 20 years exp. Summer Special 10% off (604)723-8434

PRISM PAINTING CO. Re-Paint Specialist15 yrs experienceInterior/Exterior, stucco painting. 20% discount on re-painting or 3 rooms $299Free Estimates

Call Sunny,778-893-1786

polarbearpainting.com$299 ~ 3 Rooms walls only 2 coats

call: 604-866-6706

polarbearpainting.com$299 ~ 3 Rooms walls only 2 coats

call: 604-866-6706

1 Room-$59/Rm Incl Cloverdale Paint. Dave, 604-614-3416

338 PLUMBING

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

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More

Call Aman: 778-895-2005

~ Certifi ed Plumber ~ON CALL 24 HOURS/DAY

Reno’s and Repairs

Furnace, Boilers, Hot Water HeatPlumbing Jobs ~ Reas rates

~ 604-597-3758 ~LOCAL PLUMBER $45 Service Call Plumbing, Heating, Plugged Drains. Mustang Plumbing 778-714-2441

341 PRESSURE WASHING

All Gutter Cleaning. Window & RoofFULL HOUSE CLEANINGCall Victor 604-589-0356

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

Roofi ng Experts. 778-230-5717Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.

PETER ROOFING Ltd.Roofi ng Specialists

• New Roof Re-Roofi ng • Repairs • Cedar Shakes

• Shingles Duroids • Torch-on

Harjit Pattar604-589-4603604-857-3325

356 RUBBISH REMOVAL

EXTRA CHEAPJUNK / RUBBISH REMOVAL

Almost for free! (778)997-5757


356 RUBBISH REMOVAL

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

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

RICK’SRUBBISH REMOVAL

- Residential - Commercial - Construction - Yard WasteIN BUSINESS OVER 20 YEARS

~ FREE ESTIMATES ~Call Rick 604-329-2783

372 SUNDECKS

. Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688.Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

374 TREE SERVICES

PRO TREE SERVICES Quality pruning/shaping/hedge trim-ming/ removals & stump grinding. John, 604-588-8733/604-318-9270

PETS

477 PETSCHIWEENIE PUPPIES. Ready Sept. 1st. 1st Shots & dewormed. $600. ea. Call 604-857-0396 lv msg

COLLIE DOODLE (Collie X Poodle) pups, born June 12, specially creat-ed ideal family dogs, intelligent, easy to train, good natured, gentle, good with animals & kids, low to seasonal shed, should be med. size about 50lbs 23-24 in tall, 1st shots, dewormed, 2 cute and fuzzy black males available, home raised with kids. $950 Mission, 604-820-4827

ITALIAN MASTIFF(Cane Corso)

1 Purebred blue male.1st shots, tails / d c removed.

ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIANPet homes. $1000. 604-308-5665

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

Sheltie pups, P/B CKC reg., vet check, 1st shots, sable male, tri fe-male, approved homes, after sept 5. $1000. Call (250)644-3284

482 TACK/SUPPLIES

SADDLES: One Western saddle: 15” seat, $525 OBO. Two English all purpose saddles: 14” from cantle to gullet. Suit child or small rider $150/each. Mission, 604-820-4827

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

520 BURIAL PLOTS

FAMILY PLOT In Valley View Burial & Cremation. Asking $5500: Price negotiable. Call (604)533-6637

523 UNDER $100

1200 MEN’S MAGAZINES from the 1960’s - 2014. $100. (778)882-1941Please don’t call after 8pm.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

523 UNDER $100

5 CASES of stubby beer bottles in plastic cases and one case of Pop Shoppe bottles. Ideal for beer mak-ing. $25 for the works. Please don’t call after 8pm (778)882-1941.

542 FRUIT & VEGETABLES

~ FRESH LOCAL ~

BLUEBERRIES$9.99/box or 3 for $25

Open DailyRai’s Colebrook Farming14176 Colebrook Rd.604-599-3516, 778-878-4650

563 MISC. WANTED

Have Unwanted Firearms?Have unwanted or inherited fi rearms in your possession?Don’t know how to dispose of them safely and legally?Contact Wanstalls and we will come and pick them up and pay you fair value for them.Wanstalls has been proudly serving the Lower Mainland fi rearms community since 1973.We are a government licensed fi rearms business with fully certifi ed verifi ers, armorers and appraisers.

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REAL ESTATE

625 FOR SALE BY OWNER

ABBOTSFORD. 2986 Oriole Cr. 3 bdrm. rancher. 6400 sq.ft. corner lot. Lge shed. Near John Maclure Elem. $355,000. 604-832-0719

SURREY. House on 1/2 Acre Lot.

GOOD INVESTMENT. 13672 Bentley Rd. $850K.

By Owner. Call 604-324-0655WEST WHITE ROCK 14,000 sq.ft. lot, subdividable. For more info call 604-767-7099, No agents please.

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDO

Cedar Lodge and Court Apts

Quiet community living next to Guildford Mall. Clean 1 bdrm

starting at $760 & 2 bdrm starting at $860, Corner units starting at $950. (some w/ensuites), Cable, Heat, Hot Water incl. Onsite Mgr.

604-584-5233 www.cycloneholdings.ca

CLOVERDALE lge updated 1 Bdrm apt $810/m Incl heat, hot water N/P. 604-576-1465, 604-612-1960

SUNCREEK ESTATES * Large 2 & 3 Bdrm Apartments * Insuite w/d, stove, fridge, d/w * 3 fl oor levels inside suite * Wood burning fi replace * Private roof top patio * Walk to shops. Near park, pool, playground * Elementary school on block * On site security/on site Mgmt * Reasonable Rent * On transit route * Sorry no pets

Offi ce: 7121 - 133B St. Surrey

604-596-0916

SURREY 75/120A St. 3 Bdrm apt, $1060/mo, quiet family complex, no pets, call 604-501-0505

551 GARAGE SALES

GUILDFORD

Downsizing SaleSat, Aug 22, 9am-5pm

15746 95A AveFurniture, crystal, pictures,kids clothing, hshld misc

TOO MUCH TO LIST.Everything Must Go!

MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALEBerkshire 155 St & 93A Ave. Sat Aug 22nd, 8am-3pm. Rain or Shine!

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Friday August 21 2015 The Surrey-North Delta Leader 27

On July 14, 2011, at the 13200 block

of 95A Avenue, Surrey, B.C., Peace

Officer(s) of the Surrey RCMP

seized, at the time indicated, the

subject property, described as:

$2,110 CAD, on or about 18:48

Hours.

The subject property was seized

because there was a warrant

authorized by the court pursuant

to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada (CDSA)

to seize evidence in respect of an

offence (or offences) under section

5(2) (Possession for purpose of

trafficking) of the CDSA.

Notice is hereby given that the

subject property, CFO file Number:

2015-2974, is subject to forfeiture

under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will

be forfeited to the Government for

disposal by the Director of Civil

Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute

is filed with the Director within the

time period set out in this notice.

A notice of dispute may be filed by

a person who claims to have an

interest in all or part of the subject

property. The notice of dispute

must be filed within 60 days of the

date upon which this notice is first

published.

You may obtain the form of a notice

of dispute, which must meet the

requirements of Section 14.07

of the CFA, from the Director’s

website, accessible online at www.

pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The

notice must be in writing, signed

in the presence of a lawyer or

notary public, and mailed to the

Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234

Station Provincial Government,

Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT:

On January 27, 2015, at 148th

Street near 104th Avenue, Surrey,

B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Surrey

RCMP seized, at the time indicated,

the subject property, described as:

$4,429.90 CAD and a Samsung

Galaxy, on or about 12:40 Hours.


because there was evidence that the

subject property had been used in

and/or obtained by the commission

of an offence (or offences) under

section 5(2) (Possession for

purpose of trafficking) of the

Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada.
















published.















On May 2, 2014, at 104th Avenue

and King George Boulevard,

Surrey, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the

Surrey RCMP seized, at the time

indicated, the subject property,

described as: a 1993 green Ford

Escort, BCLP: 824WPW, VIN:

1FABP11J3PW415585, on or about

15:36 Hours.


because there was evidence that

the subject property had been

used in the commission of an

offence (or offences) under section

5(2) (Possession for purpose of

trafficking) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada

(CDSA) and was therefore offence-

related property pursuant to section

11 (Search, seizure and detention) of

the CDSA.
















published.















LeaderThe The Cloverdale

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Call 604-575-5342 OR Email Call 604-575-5342 OR Email [email protected]@surreyleader.com

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDO

SurreyBeautifully Upscale

1 Bdrm Suites - perfect for the discerning renter!

Starting at $810. Located close to bus routes & skytrain, 20 min walk to Surrey City Centre.Max occ. 2 people. Sorry no pets.

Call Surrey Gardens Apts at 604-589-7040 to view

our Elite Suites!

733 MOBILE HOMES & PADSNEWTON MOBILE HOME PARK.

2 Large RV Pads available formobile home. Call 604-597-4787.

736 HOMES FOR RENT

Homelife Pen. Property 604-536-0220

N.DELTA 4 bdrm house with 2 full baths, garage & 500 s/f shed in back, RV pkng. Sept 15. $1900/mo. 604-591-9930 eves, 778-838-5154

OCEAN VIEW HOME IN SUN-SHINE HILLS, DELTA. 4 bdrm, 3 FULL RENOVATED bthrms, 2850 SF 2 STOREY HOME ON 15,000 SF LOT! TONS OF PARKING & DBL GARAGE. Avbl Sept. 1st RENT $2,600 a month. 1 dog/1 cat OK. email: [email protected]. DE-TAILS & PICS: http://vancou-v e r . c r a i g -slist.ca/rds/apa/5135371546.html

SURREY 124 A/100. 3 Bdr rancher unit w/fp, St Helen’s Park area near church & schools, separate court-yard. NP/NS. $1100/mo +utils (neg) 604-589-1975, 604-816-9319

WE’RE ON THE WEBwww.bcclassified.com

RENTALS

736 HOMES FOR RENT

.Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244.

SURREY - 9682 137th St. 3 Bdrm split lvl house, lrg fenced yard, avail Sept 1st. $1400/mo. 604-880-6586

739 MOTELS, HOTELS

LINDA VISTA Motel Luxury Rooms w/cable, a/c & kitchens. 6498 King George Hwy. Mthly, Wkly & Daily Specials. 604-591-1171. Canadian Inn 6528 K.G.Hwy. 604-594-0010

750 SUITES, LOWER

FLEETWOOD brand new 2 bdrm suite w/priv lndry, Avail now. NS/NP $1000 incl utils/cble. 778-237-8204

GUILDFORD 1 bdrm ste. Avail Sept 1st. $650/mo incl utils & cable. N/P, no drugs, N/S only please. Suit 1 quiet person. Call: (778)395-3303

N.DELTA fully furnished 2 bdrm g/l ste $1000; unfurn $850. Sept1. Incl utils ldry cble NS/NP 604-358-0781

NEWTON 2 Bdrm bsmt ste, near Kwantlen College. $650 incl prkg & wifi . No cable or laundry. Avail now. N/S, N/P. (604)502-6806

NEWTON. 68/130. Newer, grnd lvl 2 bd ste. NS/NP. N/lndry. $700/mo. Avail Sept. 1st. 604-543-0402

SUNBURY - Large 1 bdrm grnd fl r, Heat, h/w, wifi , shrd lndry, sep ent, $700/mo. Quiet, clean, single ten-ant, N/S. Sept/Oct. 778-316-9119

SURREY 105/128 St. BACHELOR SUITE. N/S. N/P. Available now. $450 incl utils. Call (778)564-4450.

RENTALS

750 SUITES, LOWER

SURREY 141A/90th. 2 Bdrms, new carpet, no laundry. $800 incl hydro. N/P. 604-588-1948, 604-782-1948.

SURREY: 14678- 63rd Ave. 2 bdrm bsmt suite in newer house. lndry inc. Cls to all amens. $800/m. N/P. Avail now. Call 604-996-7860

752 TOWNHOUSES

SURREY 174/57 Ave. 2 Bdrm T/H. $920/mo. Quiet family complex,shopping mall across the street, no pets. Call 604-576-9969

SURREY 64/King George, 3 Bdrm T/H, $1140/mo, unfi nished bsmt, washer/dryer hook ups, quiet family complex,no pets.Call 604-596-1099

SURREYSUTTON PLACE13834 102 Avenue.

Family housing near amenities, transit, and schools. Crime-free multi-housing. Onsite laundry.

3 Bedroom townhome $1005/mo. Avail June 1/15. Subsidies Avail.

Call 604-451-6676

757 WANTED TO RENT

SWM 63 quiet caring honest NS/NP seeks R&B or room. Can pay good fee. 1-888-414-1449 (3-8pm)

TRANSPORTATION

818 CARS - DOMESTIC

2001 Chevy Cavalier LS, 4 dr, auto, loaded, good tires/run cond, $1550 obo. 604-592-4422, 778-836-4422

TRANSPORTATION

818 CARS - DOMESTIC

2008 MERC C230 Fully loaded. 91K. Agent maintained and in mint cond $18,500 778-998-7003

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

1997 CAMRY, 4 door, 4 cyl, auto, loaded, new tires, 180K, in mint cond. $3400 obo. 604-936-1270

2012 Toyota Corolla auto 4dr fully loaded heated seats $13,500 obo. Call anytime 604-828-9496

838 RECREATIONAL/SALE

CLASS A 33’ V10, 2 slides, gen, solar, new rubber/brakes, winter pkg, 2 tv’s, $46,000 obo.

Call: 604-541-8325

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

• Autos • Trucks• Equipment Removal

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

Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL

ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME

604.683.2200The Scrapper

851 TRUCKS & VANS

2000 NISSAN KING CAB XEV6, auto, 4x4, bedliner, no rust,

new brakes, runs well, 240K. $6900/obo. Call 604-807-6565.

PLUMBER RETIRING

2000 Chevy ExpressCargo Van - 2500 Series350 Motor. Air Conditioning.

All decked out for plumbingwith all materials. $12,500.Well Kept. Excellent cond!ALSO TOOLS FOR SALE.

778-772-5289 / 604-538-0849

Auction Sept. 1, 2015

at 12 Noon sharp

Golden Towing Ltd. is holding an auction for the

following vehicles.

1996 FORD MUSTANG VIN # 1FALP45X7TF225884

To Be Held at Golden Towing Ltd.

DBA Surrey Wide Towing # 10-7823 132nd Street,

Surrey BC, V3W 4M8

U-Haul Storage Center Surrey

Claims a Landlord’s Con-tractual Lien against the following person’s goods in storage at:

13554 84th AvenueSurrey, BC

604-591-2313

Auction is subject to cancel-lation at anytime without notice.

A18-04 Stephen Milligan #40 - 8560 150 St., Surrey, BC

A27-03 Paul Edgardo G. Vasquez 9171 162 St., Surrey, BC

A6-02 Kristi Anna Laplante 9071 141A St., Surrey, BC

B1 Daljeet Biring PO Box 33585 Central City, Surrey, BC

B13-03 Pearl Obrian 10793 142A St., Surrey, BC

B15-01 Debbie Pranteau 786 Hastings St., Vancouver, BC

B15-23 Kelly Angela Paradis 12257 97 Ave., Surrey, BC

C15-18 Paul Edgardo G. Vasquez 9171 162 St., Surrey, BC

C22-03 Angela McKinley #57 - 8560 162 St., Surrey, BC

C30-05 Alycia Heffernan 15935 111 Ave., Surrey, BC

C6 Lawrence Ashley McGill BSMT 13241 88 Ave., Surrey, BC

D8-02 Scott Raymond Landriault 4912 Pioneer Ave., Burnaby, BC

E8 Tyroy Michael Mellow 12612 114 Ave., Surrey, BC

F18-01 Monalisa Edmondson 13245 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC

F20-03 Brent Deinstadt 8694 Milton Dr., Surrey, BC

G24-06 Ivan Giesbrecht #251 - 20051 55A Ave., Surrey, BC

H1-15 Richard Yi-Hang Chow 4215 Tyson Pl., Richmond, BC

H14-15 Domingos Fernandes 13497 87A Ave., Surrey, BC

H22-02 Walter Scott 13249 95A Ave., Surrey, BC

X1-07 Harvey Squibb 12477 97B Ave., Surrey, BC

X2-04 Francis Daniel Jack 7761 146A St., Bsmt., Surrey, BC

X3-03 Philip Gropp 25468 Fraser Hwy., Aldergrove, BC

A sale will take place at the storage location on Friday August 28th, 2015. Viewing from 10:00AM - 12:00PM. Sealed bids will be opened at 12:30PM. Room contents are personal / household goods unless noted other-wise. Bids will be for entire contents of each unit.

Call a representative today - 604-575-5555


8300 GARDEN CITY RD, RICHMOND5 Bedrooms,3 Bathrooms

??? sq.ft. lot

SOLD $1,050,000

7921 110 ST, N.DELTA3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom

??? sq.ft. lot

SOLD $590,000

Not intended to solicit current listings and/or buyer agency agreements**1. We guarantee an off er within 28 days of the listing being displayed on the public MLS system if listed at listing agent recommended price. 2. Guaranteed sold in 88 days or we sell it for free if listed at listing agents recommended price. Buyers agent commission still applies. 3. We will pay your legal conveyance fees up to $600 on any transaction completed through the WestCor Group. 4. Up to $1000 paid for any referral upon completion of sale (referral fee based on $100 per $100,000 of completed sale price). *Top 1% for 2014 team medallion stats in the Fraser valley. Advertising Feature

THE TIME TO SELL IS NOW!THE TIME TO SELL IS NOW!Seize the opportunity today!Seize the opportunity today!

TOP 1% OF ALL REALTORS * Randy Mann

778.388.6850Rene Sandhu 604.307.9537

www.westcorgroup.com

Call Now for a Complimentary Evaluation 604-WESTCOR

8604 ARPE RD, N. DELTA5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms

8,708 sq.ft. lot

$635,000

12130 101A AVE, N.SURREY3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom

12,993 sq.ft. lot

$699,000

9871 123 ST, N.SURREY8 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms

4,308 sq.ft. fl oor area

$1,200,000

9159 122 ST, SURREY8 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms


$819,000

10624 RIVER RD, N. DELTA4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms

9,791 sq.ft. lot

$750,000

3629 196A ST, LANGLEY3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms

10,558 sq.ft. lot

$750,000

8676 112 STREET, N. DELTA6 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom


FOR SALE $650,000

Call right away and WestCor Group can help you determine what your home is worth. 604-WESTCOR (937-8267) or email us at

[email protected]

FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE

4560 208TH ST, LANGLEY4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

12,055 sq.ft. lot

SOLD $510,000

8697 TERRACE DR, N.DELTA5 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

6,200 sq.ft. lot

SOLD $550,000

11067 84A AVE, N.DELTA4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms

6,200 sq.ft. lot

SOLD $601,000

5661 182ND ST, CLOVERDALE3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom

11,551 sq.ft. lot

SOLD $525,000

9472 116 ST, N.DELTA3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

6,824 sq.ft. lot

SOLD $550,000

8801 DELVISTA DR, N.DELTA4 Bedrooms, 4Bathrooms

7,309 sq.ft. lot

SOLD $793,000

WESTCORWESTCORSELLSSELLS

FORFORMORE!!!MORE!!!

$70,001 over asking price!




Subdividable Lot





HOW TO SELL YOUR HOMEPrepare For Your Own PurchaseBefore selling your home, give some careful thought about where you will live next. Planning ahead will save the time and money associated with moving multiple times or trying to get out of a deal after you sign a purchase agreement. Your Realtor can help you locate a new home or rental before you close.Get The Home Show Ready

If you can aff ord it, do whatever you can to make your home move-in ready. That

means replacing ripped screens, broken baseboards, leaky faucets and making cosmetic repairs, as well as updating landscaping.Get The Help of a Good Real-Estate

AgentMany people choose real-estate

agents based on referrals from family and friends,

but look beyond that to make sure you’re working with someone who does a lot of business in your particular neighborhood. While sales information for individual agents

often isn’t publicly available, you could

check with your local Realtor association

group for the data,

call the local multiple-listing service or ask a brokerage about their top sellers. Price It RightA good real-estate agent will help you price the home right—from the start. Overpricing often means a longer stay on the market as well as future price cuts—which often makes a home listing look stale and less desirable.Market The Home AppropriatelyIn addition to getting on the multiple-listing service, or MLS, as well as home listing sites online, your real-estate agent might recommend other methods of advertising, including open houses and direct mail postcards. Ask the agent how he or she plans on marketing the property before hiring the agent.Quality photography of the home is also important. Those who use professional real-estate photos sell listed homes 32% faster than all other listings. Make The House AvailableSome sellers create restrictions on when their home can be shown, but being infl exible on this point can hurt you. If people want to see it now, they’re going to contact that agent and going to want to see it immediately. Make your home available for all of the daylight hours. Otherwise, within two days, prospective buyers will fi nd another home and forget yours.Plan Your NegotiationKnow what you will and won’t give up when it comes to your sale, from price to closing date, repairs to closing costs. Knowing what outcome

you want in advance will help you avoid haggling over minor items that could cost you the sale.Finally, don’t focus as much on the fi nal sales price as on the fi nal net price. Many fi rst-time buyers ask for sellers to help with closing costs, for example, which aff ects the net cost.

FRASER VALLEY REAL ESTATE MARKET UPDATEFraser Valley Real Estate Board’s Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) saw the highest number of real estate transactions ever recorded for the month of July. There were 2,184 property sales processed, an increase of 35 per cent compared to 1,615 sales in July of last year. The previous highest July was in 2009, with 2,089 sales and prior to that in 2005.Jorda Maisey is the Board’s President. “Home ownership is a passion in our country and in our region currently, conditions couldn’t be better to support that goal. Interest rates are the lowest they’ve been in six years, our provincial economy is on track to be the strongest in the country this year and in the Fraser Valley we have amongst the most aff ordable homes in the region. The Fraser Valley Board’s MLS® showed 7,681 active listings at the end of July, a decrease of 20 percent compared to the 9,636 listings available in July of last year. It received 3 per cent more new listings in July; 2,815 compared to the 2,724 new listings received during the same month last year.The MLS® Home Price Index benchmark price of a detached home in July was $621,100, an increase of 9.3 per cent compared to July of last year when it was $568,300. The MLS® HPI benchmark price of Fraser Valley townhouses increased 2.1 per cent going from $298,500 in July of last year to $304,900 last month. The benchmark price of apartments decreased year-over-year by 1 per cent, going from $194,700 in July of last year to $192,700 last month.

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