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By Jennifer Lang Is the sun about to set on harness racing at Fraser Downs? at question looms large for people like Brent Hill, a trainer who’s worked at Cloverdale’s landmark track since he was 16 – a quarter of a century. Late last Friday, he and other members of B.C.’s standard- bred industry learned Great Canadian Gaming Corp., which took over the raceway in 2004, is cutting the number of races this fall in half to save money. Another big worry is the news all races in 2011 have been temporarily rescinded while long-term solutions are sought. While officials are hopeful, they’re offering no assurances that there will be any racing at all next year. “ey’ve basically pulled the carpet out from underneath us by cutting and cutting race dates,” Hill said, reacting to a letter from Derek Sturko, chair of the B.C. Horse Racing In- dustry Management Committee, sent to industry members Aug. 13. e number of standardbred race dates is being reduced from 37 to 23 days from Oct. 15 to Dec. 31. “I’m hoping our board is going to say these dates are unac- ceptable,” Hill said. “e stability needs to be there. We need to be on solid ground. Taking away race dates isn’t it.” e mandate of the government-appointed B.C. Horse Racing Industry Management Committee is to look at ways of revitalizing both standardbred racing – located at Fraser Downs’ 5/8 mile track – and thoroughbred racing, located at Hastings Park in Vancouver, also owned by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation. “e harness racing people are getting the short end of the stick,” Hill said. He says it will be difficult to justify operating with just four months of racing a year. He’s grappling with a decision to leave B.C. for greener pastures in Ontario or the U.S. – or get out of the industry he loves. As a married father of two with long roots in the commu- nity, he’s reluctant to leave Cloverdale. In the off-season, he operates the Hotdog Hill hotdog stand at the corner of 184 Street and Fraser Highway. He’s also working on other business ideas to pursue if stan- dardbred racing dies out – something he believes could hap- pen within two years. “I have no faith whatsoever,” he said. Sturko’s announcement says a fundamental change in business approach is necessary if the industry is to remain viable. Instead of a nine-month season from October to June, the committee is looking at splitting the standardbred season in half, with four months at Fraser Downs and another four The Cloverdale August 20, 2010 www.CloverdaleReporter.com 604-575-2405 Your Weekly Clover Valley Newspaper Horsemen lash cuts JENNIFER LANG PHOTO Simmie and Charanjit Johal from Cloverdale Farm Market were all smiles last Saturday at the blueberry festival. Cool colours, shade sorta scarce By Jennifer Lang ousands of people crowded into downtown Cloverdale for the blueberry festival last weekend, braving scorching temperatures and mercilessly sunny skies. e glint of metal, the shine of well- polished chrome and the sparkle of spiffy paint jobs in all the colours of the rainbow made for a dazzling display at the Surrey Show ‘N Shine, one of the big attractions drawing visitors from across the Lower Mainland for the Feb. 14 festival. As many as 400 cars, trucks, vans and motorcycles were entered this year – dou- ble last year’s participation at the event. e result was a kaleidoscope of custom paint job colours – from aqua blues, mel- on greens, cherry reds and burgundies to sunset yellow and Barbie doll pink. Across Highway 10 at Clover Square Village, a contestant known only as Moose from Manitoba unseated Ken, the long- running king of the pie-eating contest, ac- cording to organizer Carolyn Orazietti. “Nobody’s ever beat Ken,” she said. Contestants ate their way through 40 pies in three heats. “It was crazy,” she said. “One girl took one bite and said, ‘I can’t do it.’” Fortunately, paramedics were on hand this year to deal with any emergencies – such as when kids get blueberries up their noses, she added. e Cloverdale Blueberry Festival also featured a juried art show, a craſt fair, ven- dors, musical performances at various lo- cations and more. e Antique Tractor Pull, a two-day event hosted for the first time at Fraser Downs Racetrack, attracted participants from across the Fraser Valley. About 200 spectators gathered to watch vintage farm vehicles prove their mettle. e free trolley rides proved popular this year, with lineups forming early as festival-goers declared defeat in the heat and opted for transit rather than walking to other venues. Presented by the Cloverdale Business Improvement Association and the Clover- dale District Chamber of Commerce, the seventh annual festival drew crowds of up to 10,000 people, according to chamber president Bill Reid. – For more photos from the 7th Annual Cloverdale Blueberry Festival see pages 6-7. Heart of Cloverdale threatened as Fraser Downs moves to fewer races See ‘THIS IS MY LIFE’ / Page 2 BLACK PRESS FILE PHOTO Drivers and horses fly across the track at Fraser Downs Raceway and Casino in an undated file photo. Painful injury? 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By Jennifer LangIs the sun about to set on harness racing at Fraser Downs?Th at question looms large for people like Brent Hill, a

trainer who’s worked at Cloverdale’s landmark track since he was 16 – a quarter of a century.

Late last Friday, he and other members of B.C.’s standard-bred industry learned Great Canadian Gaming Corp., which took over the raceway in 2004, is cutting the number of races this fall in half to save money.

Another big worry is the news all races in 2011 have been temporarily rescinded while long-term solutions are sought.

While offi cials are hopeful, they’re off ering no assurances that there will be any racing at all next year.

“Th ey’ve basically pulled the carpet out from underneath us by cutting and cutting race dates,” Hill said, reacting to a letter from Derek Sturko, chair of the B.C. Horse Racing In-dustry Management Committee, sent to industry members Aug. 13.

Th e number of standardbred race dates is being reduced from 37 to 23 days from Oct. 15 to Dec. 31.

“I’m hoping our board is going to say these dates are unac-ceptable,” Hill said. “Th e stability needs to be there. We need

to be on solid ground. Taking away race dates isn’t it.”Th e mandate of the government-appointed B.C. Horse

Racing Industry Management Committee is to look at ways of revitalizing both standardbred racing – located at Fraser Downs’ 5/8 mile track – and thoroughbred racing, located at Hastings Park in Vancouver, also owned by Great Canadian Gaming Corporation.

“Th e harness racing people are getting the short end of the stick,” Hill said.

He says it will be diffi cult to justify operating with just four months of racing a year.

He’s grappling with a decision to leave B.C. for greener pastures in Ontario or the U.S. – or get out of the industry he loves.

As a married father of two with long roots in the commu-

nity, he’s reluctant to leave Cloverdale.In the off -season, he operates the Hotdog Hill hotdog stand

at the corner of 184 Street and Fraser Highway. He’s also working on other business ideas to pursue if stan-

dardbred racing dies out – something he believes could hap-pen within two years.

“I have no faith whatsoever,” he said.Sturko’s announcement says a fundamental change in

business approach is necessary if the industry is to remainviable.

Instead of a nine-month season from October to June, thecommittee is looking at splitting the standardbred seasonin half, with four months at Fraser Downs and another four

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JENNIFER LANG PHOTOSimmie and Charanjit Johal from Cloverdale Farm Market were all smiles last Saturday at the blueberry festival.

Cool colours, shade sorta scarceBy Jennifer LangTh ousands of people crowded into

downtown Cloverdale for the blueberry festival last weekend, braving scorching temperatures and mercilessly sunny skies.

Th e glint of metal, the shine of well-polished chrome and the sparkle of spiff y paint jobs in all the colours of the rainbow made for a dazzling display at the Surrey Show ‘N Shine, one of the big attractions drawing visitors from across the Lower Mainland for the Feb. 14 festival.

As many as 400 cars, trucks, vans and motorcycles were entered this year – dou-ble last year’s participation at the event.

Th e result was a kaleidoscope of custom paint job colours – from aqua blues, mel-on greens, cherry reds and burgundies to sunset yellow and Barbie doll pink.

Across Highway 10 at Clover Square Village, a contestant known only as Moose from Manitoba unseated Ken, the long-running king of the pie-eating contest, ac-cording to organizer Carolyn Orazietti.

“Nobody’s ever beat Ken,” she said.Contestants ate their way through 40

pies in three heats. “It was crazy,” she said. “One girl took

one bite and said, ‘I can’t do it.’”Fortunately, paramedics were on hand

this year to deal with any emergencies – such as when kids get blueberries up their noses, she added.

Th e Cloverdale Blueberry Festival also featured a juried art show, a craft fair, ven-dors, musical performances at various lo-cations and more.

Th e Antique Tractor Pull, a two-day

event hosted for the fi rst time at FraserDowns Racetrack, attracted participantsfrom across the Fraser Valley. About 200spectators gathered to watch vintage farmvehicles prove their mettle.

Th e free trolley rides proved popularthis year, with lineups forming early asfestival-goers declared defeat in the heatand opted for transit rather than walkingto other venues.

Presented by the Cloverdale BusinessImprovement Association and the Clover-dale District Chamber of Commerce, theseventh annual festival drew crowds of upto 10,000 people, according to chamberpresident Bill Reid.– For more photos from the 7th Annual Cloverdale

Blueberry Festival see pages 6-7.

Heart of Cloverdale threatened as Fraser Downs moves to fewer races

See ‘THIS IS MY LIFE’ / Page 2

BLACK PRESS FILE PHOTODrivers and horses fl y across the track at Fraser Downs Raceway and Casino in an undated fi le photo.

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Jeff NagelWildfi re smoke has

again sparked an air quality advisory for the Lower Mainland.

Metro Vancouver of-fi cials said they’ve de-

tected higher levels of fi ne particulate from Interior forest fi res.

Th e highest readings are being measured in coastal areas such as Tsawwassen, Rich-

mond, Vancouver Air-port and the west side of Vancouver.

“Due to the cur-rent spell of hot, sunny weather, ozone levels are also expected to be

elevated this aft ernoon in the region,” Metro air quality planner Julie Saxton said in the advi-sory issued just before noon Monday for Met-ro Vancouver and the

Fraser Valley Regional District.

“Poor air quality con-ditions are expected to persist for the next 24 hours.”

A trend towards

cooler, wetter weather is forecast by the end of the week.

For current Air Qual-ity Health Index read-ings see http://www.bcairquality.com/read-ings/

Residents are advised they can reduce their exposure by avoiding strenuous outdoor ac-tivities.

Infants, the elderly and those with underly-ing conditions like heart or lung disease are con-sidered most at risk.

Anyone with symp-toms like chest discom-fort, shortness of breath,coughing and wheezingis advised to follow ahealth care provider’sadvice.

Th e advisory comesaft er a weekend heatwave set new high tem-perature records in partsof the Fraser Valley.

More than 1,400 wild-fi res have been recordedso far this year, burning175,000 hectares.

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‘Th is is my life’months in Alberta – a suggestion that was rejectedoutright by the Alberta Standardbred Horse Asso-ciation.

Board member William Andrew called the deci-sion to cut race dates “shortsighted” and chastisedBC Gaming and the provincial government forthrowing the standardbred racing industry in B.C.to the wolves.

“Th e time has come to hold accountable thosewho in their blind rush towards a future of mindnumbing, addictive, repetitive online gaming aresacrifi cing a labour intensive, green industry thathas traditionally provided entertainment, employ-ment and revenue for generations in British Co-lumbia,” he said.

Local groomsmen, trainers, racers and ownersare all caught in a bind, Hill says. Although reluc-tant to pull up stakes, they can’t aff ord to race justfour months a year.

“Th is is my life. For us, as horsemen, we have tostart bringing horses into the barn now,” Hill said.With the fi rst races of the season now delayed fromOct. 1 to Oct. 15, he’s facing additional feed andother costs.

“Th at’s a few thousand dollars for the feed bills,”he said.

Like an expensive race car sitting idling, “You stillhave to give it gas.”

Between 400 and 500 people are employed at thebackstretch at Fraser Downs.

Cloverdale Chamber of Commerce executivedirector Bill Reid said Cloverdale will feel the im-pact.

“Without a question, it’s our biggest industry,”Reid said.

– With fi les from Kevin Diakiw, Black Press

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She’s in a showdownBy Jennifer LangWith musical powerhouses like

Joan Jett, Trooper, Wayne New-ton and Cyndi Lauper set to per-form, it’s fair to say there’s some incredible talent lined up for this year’s PNE.

But there’s one PNE performer you’ve probably never heard of. She’s Surrey’s Alyssa Gutierrez, and on Monday she hits centre stage as a semi fi nalist in Red Robinson’s Talent Showdown.

Guterriez, who just turned 12 in May, is competing in the kid’s division against nine other semi

fi nalists. (Th ere are youth and adult divisions, too.)

If she survives, she could be headed for Wednesday’s fi nals, where the top three contestants – regardless of age – battle it out for the grand prize and $5,000.

Judges will rate contestants on natural ability, stage presence, audience appeal and quality of performance.

Fortunately for Gutierrez, she has the poise and pipes of some-one twice her age.

She also has another competi-tive edge – the PNE talent show-

down isn’t exactly her fi rst sing-ing contest.

A stack of trophies, medals and awards lines a shelf in the fam-ily kitchen, evidence of previous successes – including the 2009 PNT Singing Idol (kid’s division), and most recently the 2010 Val-ley Voices award (8 to 12 divi-sion), which she took home Aug. 2. Th at win earned her a spot at last weekend’s Rockin’ River mu-sic festival in Mission.

She’s even opened for Filipi-na pop star Sarah Geronimo at

JENNIFER LANG PHOTOAlyssa Gutierrez is one of 10 semi-fi nalists competing Monday in Red Robinson’s Talent Showdown at the PNE.

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Earlier this week, the BC SPCA is issued an appeal for volunteers.

Th e Surrey branch is hosting a volunteer orientation and presentation session Saturday, Aug. 28 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., at 6706 152 Street, Surrey. Hear from volunteers and meet others who share an interest in using their skills, experience and expertise in assisting animals.

Th e Surrey branch has more than 300 ac-tive volunteers who help with everything from dog-walking, cat adoption counseling and rab-bit fostering to taking part in special events, such as the upcoming Paws for A Cause fund-raiser, Sept. 12 at Crescent Park.

To apply online as a volunteer and to reg-

ister for the Aug. 28 session, visit www.spca.bc.ca/branches/surrey/volunteer.html.

SENIOR FIREPOWERA Langley resident living in a senior’s

complex was using a live hand grenade as a paperweight, RCMP said last week.

Th e police were called to the residence late last month aft er family members who were helping the senior move discovered a grenade and two rounds of ammunition.

Th e grenade was on a book-shelf, where it was being used as a

paperweight. Th e Navy Bomb Disposal team was called out and determined the grenade had a live fuse and that the detonator was possibly intact.

RCMP say it’s a mystery where the senior got the items.

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Blessed with a rich alto voice and an im-pressive range that lets her soar up the scale, Gutierrez, who already stands fi ve foot six head-ing into Grade 7 this fall, appears to take it in stride when people say they can’t believe she’s only 12 years old.

And so far she’s not admitting to getting too nervous about the PNE talent showdown.

“I don’t really take it to heart,” she says, ex-plaining that satisfac-

tion comes from know-ing she’s tried her best – not from winning a trophy.

“I’m prepared to win and I’m prepared to lose,” she says, breaking into a bright grin.

She’ll be singing “I Believe”, a song popular-ized by Canadian singer Nikki Yanofsky.

Gutierrez chose it be-cause it suits her voice, but also because “it has a nice meaning, to never give up and to keep per-severing.”

Dedication, perse-verance, and keeping your feet planted fi rmly on the ground despite whatever else is going on are all qualities she

admires in her idol, Ce-line Dion. (Christina Aguilera is another fa-vourite.)

Th e summer of 2010 has been a busy one for the Walnut Road El-ementary student, who also performed at Sur-rey’s Fusion Festival.

If she seems utterly at ease on stage, perhaps it’s because wherever

she performs, there are friendly faces in the crowd.

Th e whole family turns out to cheer her on when she performs, says her mom, Ana.

“We have a lot of confi dence in her,” Ana says. “We mostly try to convince her that she has the talent and she doesn’t believe her dad and I.”

Gutierrez, who lives in Fleetwood with her mother Ana, father Al-

vin and younger brotherAlvin II, says she’s gother sights set beyondthe PNE. Among hergoals is to join the WorldChampionships of thePerforming Arts, an in-ternational competitionsome call the Olympicsof the performing arts.

Meantime, she’slearning piano and gui-tar because she eventu-

ally wants to play herown accompaniment onstage.

But it isn’t all hardwork and rehearsals for the girl with the bigsmile and the big voice.

Gutierrez, who trainswith a vocal coach, sayssinging is “kind of likeher best friend. Singingkind of cheers me upwhen I’m down.”

Th e kid’s divisionsemi fi nals get under-way Monday, Aug. 23 at3:30 p.m.

Sights set beyond the PNEFrom page 3

“I’m prepared to win and I’m prepared to lose.”

- Alyssa Gutierrez, 12

Grab a lawn chair, bring a blanket, and settle down to drink in an enduring classic comedy in a park setting.

Th e Bard in the Valley’s out-door production of A Midsum-mer Night’s Dream continues its run in Langley to the end of Au-gust.

It’s the perfect outing for a dreamy summer night.

More than 1,000 people turned out for the fi rst four performanc-es last weekend, wildly surpassing the troupe’s modest expectations for the Valley’s inaugural outdoor Shakespeare production.

“It seems the people of Langley were ready for an outdoor theatre experience this summer,” co-pro-ducer Diane Gendron said.

Th e production is presented at Spirit Square Stage in Langley City’s Douglas Park Aug. 20-21 at 7 p.m. Th ere’s also a 2 p.m. mati-nee Sunday, Aug. 22.

Admission is free.Next weekend, the produc-

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the Langley Events Centre for two fi nal performances, also free; there’s one at 7 p.m. Aug. 28 and a 2 p.m. matinee Aug. 29.

Director Allan Th ain, who’s also the company’s artistic direc-tor, said he hopes the Bard in the Valley Shakespearean Festival will lay the groundwork for an annual event that would act as

a tourism draw for Langley andthe Fraser Valley, like Bard on theBeach.

With a cast of more than 30 ac-tors, A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a major undertaking for thetheatre company.

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To the editor,Th e latest poll on abortion

in Canada conducted just this month by Angus Reid shows that Canadians are not content with the status quo of unrestricted ac-cess to abortion.

Th e poll showed that 80 per cent of respondents don’t know that in

Canada a woman can request an abortion at any stage of her pregnan-cy!

A n o t h e r i m p o r t a n t fi nding of the survey is that one third of C a n a d i a n s

feel that we should re-open the abortion debate.

Why is it then that our elected leaders continually tell us that Canada doesn’t need this discus-sion? Why do the leaders of Con-servative Party of Canada sup-press any attempts by Canada’s citizens as well as their own MP’s

to bring forward any legislation that would re-open the debate and provide some protection for our most vulnerable citizens?

It’s time, Canada! Th ere are bet-ter solutions for how we protect the lives of unborn children.

We need to have a sensible dis-cussion about this sensitive issue.

If the current group of elected representatives is unwilling to lead us, then it’s time to vote for men and women who will engage Canadians on this most impor-tant topic.

Mike SchoutenSurreyChristian Heritage Party of

Canada candidate South Surrey-White Rock-Clo-

verdale.

To the editor;Comprehensive census data is

necessary for responsible gov-ernment.

Allocation of public funds and electoral districts alone are two areas with tremendous in-fl uence over society.

Tweak the numbers here and there, just a little bit, and the Ca-nadian people will lose billions

in privatization, loss of services,tax cuts for the wealthy andmore corporate dominance.

Th e Conservatives can’t arguewith the results of well-funded,responsible government sothey’re just trying to bury them.

Jeff MoncalieriCloverdale

Time to re-open abortion debate

To the editor

Feds are ‘burying’ census factsLong form data used to allocate federal funds

Mike Schouten

Too many hoopsTo the editor;Re: “Surrey SPCA at capacity for cats and kittens,” Aug. 6While it’s very unfortunate the amount of cats and kittens they

have on hand, part of the problem is the SPCA itself. Th e adoptionprocess (even without considering the cost) is almost as trying as ap-plying for a mortgage. If you see an animal online that’s being fostered,then another set of hoops are put in place. It’s just too involved.

I myself have tried to get a kitten through them and just quit be-cause of the regulations involved, and two weeks ago a friend came tothe same conclusion.

To be fair, the people who work there are truly animal lovers andgenerally very nice people. I think they do the best they can with thebudget they have, but they have to make the process easier.

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7th Annual Cloverdale Blueberry Festival7th Annual Cloverdale Blueberry Festival

BOAZ JOSEPH / BLACK PRESSThese folks have it made in the shade. Cool spots were in short supply at the Show ‘N Shine as temperatures soared.

JENNIFER LANG PHOTOVendor Tom Finn sells cozy-looking bird condos.

BOAZ JOSEPH/ BLACK PRESSVendor and car fan Karesse Glover, a pin-up model who goes by the stage name ‘Chevvy Piston’, proves a parasol is a sensible and stylish shade option.

Cloverdale United Church members Olive Wilson, left, speaks with a customer, while Buzzy Lutzer and May Taylor carve off a slice of mouthwatering, home-baked blueberry pie.

JENNIFER LANG PHOTOA snake from Cinemazoo Animal Agency makes a new friend. Above, two pals relax on the ferris wheel.

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My recommendation would be not to tell your friends and neighbours anything until the there is a sold sticker on the sign in front of your house. Often information that is passed along becomes distorted and some serious damage could be done. I have seen a situation where a contract did not become fi rm, but a buyer many miles away heard that the house was sold. The buyer was interested but had the wrong information, and therefore a potential sale was lost. Also, if the price is known to others and the contract fails, then the next offer will certainly not be any higher than the one previously negotiated.

The best policy is to listen to your realtor and do not say anything until your home has really been sold.

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I operate a small business as a sole proprietorship. Should I consider incorporating?

There are a number of factors to consider when deciding whether or not to incorporate. Indi-viduals often consider incorporating in order to minimize legal liability and taxes. This column will focus on some of the basic tax advantages. If your corporation operates an “active” busi-ness there may be opportunities to signifi cantly reduce taxes payable, since the marginal tax rate on the fi rst $500,000 of active business income is currently taxed only at about 14% in BC, while the highest marginal tax rate for individuals is almost 44%. If you are able to leave the income in the corporation (i.e. you do not need it to fund your personal expenditures), or if you are able to split the income with your adult family members, you may be able to take advantage of signifi cant tax deferrals and/or tax savings.For additional analysis with respect to your par-ticular situation, please contact myself or your personal tax advisor.

GRANT McMASTER, CGAPhone: 778-574-1005

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Most vehicle owners never bother to think of their air conditioning until they reach over to turn their vehicle’s air conditioning on that hot summer day.

You should have your vehicle air conditioning serviced as per the factory recommended schedules or at least once a year before the summer months.

It’s not a good idea to let the A/C system in your vehicle sit for long periods of time in most cases you should be using it all year long. The air conditioning system runs on a gas (r134a) and together with refrigerant oil they work at lubricating parts within the system. When the a/c system sits unused for long periods of time you have the potential to developleaks, have the systemdry out and becomeinoperable.

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I want to try Taekwondo so how do I choose a good school?

Make an appointment to visit the school and talk to an instructor.It is hard to make a proper decision over the phone due todifferences in programs and training facilities. We offer a freeintroductory period to see if the program fits with you and/oryour child. You may be involved in Martial Arts for many years sotalk to others that train or have children training at the school. AtCloverdale Black Belt Academy most of our students arerecommended by others who have heard about, or train at ourfacility. Many martial arts schools shut down or change affiliationsfrequently so be sure you will be able to train for as long as youwant in order to accomplish your goals in the martial arts.Cloverdale Black Belt Academy has been operating in Cloverdalesince 2001 and many of our original students are still activelytraining with us. At Cloverdale Black Belt Academy you will havemany exciting opportunities as a member of the largest MartialArts organization in North America, the WTTU/ATA. Specialtraining with Senior Masters, Regional, National and World levelcompetition opportunities, demonstration teams, XTremetraining program, leadership and instructor training, seminars inself-defence, ground fighting, weapons....the list is endless.

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What skills do most employers value?

The skills that are most valued by employers today are what we call the “soft skills” meaning self management and interpersonal skills. The ability to adapt to change, handle “on the job” stresses and conflict are important in a highly competitive and service oriented economy. Most workers who lose their jobs, usually lose their jobs because of resistance to change, poor attitude and lack of interpersonal skills. To learn more about change management, stress management and conflict resolution, we offer half day workshops as partof our 3 week full time career planning program.If you have any questions regarding our services, please give us a call.

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can improve my posture?

Good posture generally refers to a symmetrical alignment of the body namely; the body is in a biomechanical stable position, whereby there is an equal distribution of weight bearing stress across the body. A stable posture requires an equal leg length, level pelvis and a spine with no excessive rotation, displacement or asymmetry. This results in an efficient distribution of loading across the joint surfaces and balanced stability from the stabilizing muscles. It is important to maintain a good posture during sleep, work, sport and recreational activities. Strengthening the stability muscles of the neck, shoulders, mid and lower back, stomach and pelvis serves to hold the body in the neutral or mid-line position. The symmetrical pull of the stabilizing muscles assists in keeping the spine in the correct postural position. A biomechanical assessment is required to identify any musculoskeletal factors that result in poor posture. A customized exercise program would focus on strength, flexibility, postural alignment / education , muscular endurance and core stabilization.

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No, there is no emitting radiation from the computer monitor that can damage ocular tissues. However, using a computer for prolonged periods can lead to computer vision syndrome (CVS). Symptoms of CVS include frontal headaches, eye strain, inability to focus properly, dry eye symptoms and general fatigue. Solutions to relieve CVS are in the placement of the monitor, computer anti-fatigue eyeglasses, and periodic breaks from viewing. As back to school approaches, remember that children can also suffer from CVS, not just adults.

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Grant McMaster, CGa

How does pension income splitting work and what are its benefits?

Since 2007, individuals have been able to trans-fer up to 50% of their eligible pension income to their spouse for tax purposes. Generally, eligible pensions include payments from a superannuation or pension plan and (only if the individual is over 65 years old or if the payments are received as the result of the death of a spouse) payments from a RRIF or RRSP annuity. If the pension earner is in a higher tax bracket than the spouse, the splitting of eligible pension income has the potential to significantly reduce the family’s overall tax liability by minimizing the amount of income that is taxed at a higher rate. There may be additional tax savings by allowing both spouses to claim the $2,000 credit for eligible pension income. In order to make this claim, both spouses must make a joint election on form T1032 when filing their personal tax returns each year. For additional information on this issue, please contact me at your convenience.

GRANT McMASTER, CGAPhone: 778-574-1005

Email: [email protected]

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JAY MYSHKOWSKY

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Q What are some job market trends?

Great question. Let's look at this from a few angles. Right now Human Resources and Sales Administrators are hot jobs. Meaning they are the most requested jobs from local companies to fill. Dropping off a resume, or applying in person, is an en vogue as far as searching for work. Further, putting a picture on your resume seems to be making a comeback. On the business front, we are up 50% year over year, so there is more optimism in the market place, and more companies are hiring than last year.

If you want a new job, beat the September crush. Get your resume out now before everyone starts applying for work after their kids go back to school.

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Thank you that is a great question. The short answer is easy; the long answer is four fold. First, we have just as many people marketing tocompanies in Surrey and the Fraser Valley as many of the larger corporations do. Second, we attract many of the same job seekers byadvertising our job opportunities on many of the same websites. Third and very importantly, we are local. What this means is that our staff live in Surrey and the Fraser Valley so we understand the market. Our managers haven’t been platooned in from England and other parts unknown. Finally, and most importantly, our pricing is competitive because we do not carry a large administrative staff, we do not need to cover the losses of some far away offi ce, and we are not mandated by a head offi ce in the US to place our offi ces in high rent space. These are real dollar savings which are passed on to you. So, your dollars stay in BC, you see the same great people, sourced by local and knowledgeable recruitment staff, and all of this is available at a very reasonable rate.

Ask The ExpertHow can your local company compete with the large corporations in your industry?

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Our Hostess will bring giftsand greetings, along withhelpful information about

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041 PERSONALS

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115 EDUCATION

TRAVEL

61 ADVENTURES

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74 TIMESHARE

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75 TRAVEL

SUNNY Spring Specials At Florida’s Best Beach-New Smyrna BeachStay a week or longer Plan a beach wedding or family reunion.www.NSBFLA.com or 1-800-541-9621

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

ADD YOUR business on www.BCLocalBiz.com directo-ry for province wide exposure! Call 1-877-645-7704

ATTENTION: Trainers want-ed. 50 yr old Distribution Com-pany is looking for ONLINE - Trainers. You work fl exible hours from HOME on your computer.

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Mattress Cleaning & Sanitizing Business. New to Canada. Re-moves dust mites, bed bugs and harmful allergens “The Green Way” Small Investment. Hygienitech 1-888-999-9030 www.Hygienitech.com

PARTNER SOUGHT for new 40’ cruising catamaran arriving Fall 2010. Professional maintenance. Optional revenue from charter.

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115 EDUCATION

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Star Fleet Inc. HIRING! DRIVERS, FARMERS, RANCHERS & RETIR-EES needed with 3/4 Ton or 1-Ton pick up trucks to deliver new travel trailers & fi fth wheels from USmanufacturers to dealers through-out Canada. Pref. Class 1 Lic. or 3yrs towing exp. Top Pay!Call Craig 1-877-890-4523.www.starfl eettrucking.com

114 DRIVERS/COURIER/TRUCKING

Class 1 O/Ops &Highway Drivers

Linehaul position, steady regular miles running BC/AB

Send resume: jobs @bstmanagement.net or Fax 1.888.778.3563

115 EDUCATION

Become a Psychiatric Nurse - train locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical place-ments, and some regional class-room delivery. Wages start at $29/hour. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available.

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safety tickets. Provincially certifi ed instructors. Government accredit-

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

130 HELP WANTED

Amazing Opportunity!Up to $800/wk, no commis-

sion, benefi ts availablePromotion company is gearing up for its busiest time of year. We offer full paid training, and a fast paced environment. Tons of advancement and travel opportu-nities! Must like music & work well with the opposite sex.

Call today for an interviewMindi 604-777-2195

FLAGGERS NEEDEDIf not certifi ed, training available for

a fee. Call 604-575-3944

SITE SUPERINTENDENTOur successful and growing con-struction services company re-quires a Commercial Site Super-intendent. 5 - 10 years experience required. Experience in tenant improvement and ground up construction required. If you really enjoy a high energy construction environment and you’re skilled at achieving high quality results - we want to talk to you. Send us your information - make an impression on us. Fax 604-852-2571 e-mail:

prs@pacifi crimservices.ca

WAREHOUSE PERSONNational Distributor of valves and actuators is seeking a Ware-house Person for a Full-Time position in its Surrey, B.C. ware-house. Must have forklift experi-ence.

EXCELLENT WAGE & BENEFIT PACKAGE.

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160 TRADES, TECHNICAL

REINFORCING PLACERSExperienced ReinforcingSteel Installers Required.

We are now hiring forvarious jobs in the

Greater Vancouver District*Competitive Rates dependant on

experience. *Medical Benefi ts.

Please visit: www.lmsgroup.ca and fi ll out the online application

118 EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES/RESUMES

MERCHANDISE: From antiques & collectibles, to sportinggoods & electronics, to parakeets & pet supplies, if it isconsidered merchandise for sale, you can find it here.Call bcclassified.com 604-575-5555 fax 604-575-2073

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

160 TRADES, TECHNICAL

SHEET METALAPPLICATORS

Metro Roofi ng (Langley) requires experienced Sheet Metal Applicators. Must have min. of 5 years experience installing roof fl ashings. All work to RCABC Standards & Specifi cations. Vaild Class 5 D.L. and attention to detail work a must. Commercial and industrial projects. Good wages and benefi ts.Call:604-888-4856 E-mail: metroroofi [email protected]

Fax: 604.888.4827Serious Enquiries Only!

PERSONAL SERVICES

171 ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

ANGELIC MASSAGE Bring me your stiff necks,

sore backs & muscles. Get relief now with soothing real massage. Hot Stones Avail. (778)836-1252

180 EDUCATION/TUTORING

AIRLINES ARE HIRING- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program.Fi-nancial aid if qualifi ed- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783

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DOG LOVERS! Enjoy a healthy, profi table career as a professional dog trainer. Government accredited program - student loans and grants. Ben Kersen & the Wonderdogs.

www.wonderdogs.bc.ca. 1-800-961-6616.

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is rated #2 for at-home jobs. Train from home with the only industry approved school in Canada. Contact CanScribe today!

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118 EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES/RESUMES

CLEAN OUT YOUR CLOSETSWITH DOLLAR DEALS 604-575-5555

PERSONAL SERVICES

180 EDUCATION/TUTORING

ONLINE, ACCREDITED, WEB-DE-SIGN TRAINING, available for persons facing challenges to employment, administered by the Canadian Society for Social Devel-opment. Visit: www.ibde.ca. Space is limited - Apply today!

182 FINANCIAL SERVICES

$500$ LOAN SERVICE, by phone, no credit refused, quick and easy, payable over 6 or 12 installments. Toll Free: 1-877-776-1660 www.moneyprovider.com.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

242 CONCRETE & PLACING

CONCRETE Work. Remove & Re-place. Specializing in driveway, patios, etc. All types of fi nishes. FREE Estimates. 604-996-6878.

260 ELECTRICAL

COM/RES. Electrical Contractor for maint/renos/upgrades. Prof./friendly & reliable. Call Vern, 604-538-2373. LC# 92338. www.itsonelectric.com

FITZ ELECTRIC Reg. #91779 Tenant Improvements, Offi ces, Commercial bldgs, Reno’s, Hot Tubs, Services upgrades. Li-censed, Bonded, Insured. Reas. Rates. 778-231-8332

281 GARDENING

Soil, bark, Sand, Gravel etc. $25/yd + $50 del. Also, Property Maint. Services avail.Simon 604-230-0627

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

320 MOVING & STORAGE2guyswithatruck.caMoving & Storage

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329 PAINTING & DECORATING

MILANO PAINTING604 - 551- 6510Interior & Exterior

S Professional Painters S Free Estimates S Written Guaranteed S Bonded & Insured

338 PLUMBING10% OFF if you Mention this AD! AMAN’S PLUMBING SERVICES

Lic.gas fi tter. Reas $. 778-895-2005

341 PRESSURE WASHING

POWER WASHINGGUTTER CLEANING

Same day serv. avail 604-724-6373

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTSALL TYPES OF ROOFING. Est. 20 yrs Asphalt, Shingles, Cedar. Clean gutters $80. Gurpal 604-240-5362

BEST CHOICE ROOFING Spring Special - 20% OFF w/ ad

Reroofs, Torch-on, Asphalt & Cedar Conversions. Tarlok 778-892-6444EAST WEST ROOFING & SIDING

CO. Roofs & re-roofs. BBB & WCB. 10% Discount, Insured.

Call 604-812-9721, 604-783-6437

356 RUBBISH REMOVAL

RECYCLE-IT!#1 EARTH FRIENDLY

JUNK REMOVALMake us your fi rst call!

Reasonable Rates. Fast, Friendly & Uniformed Staff.

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373A TELEPHONE SERVICESA FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE - Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, Don’t Sweat It. No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Today Toll-Free 1-866-884-7464.DISCONNECTED? Need cheap, reliable phone service? Great low rates? High-speed internet, calling features & long distance available. First month $24.95 + connection fee. Phone Factory Reconnect

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PETS

477 PETSAMERICAN Bulldog. 12 wks. P/B Female. Beautifully marked. Brindle eye patch, 1st shots. To good home $600. 604-796-2227 (Harrison)AMERICAN BULLDOG X Staffor-shire. 2males, 1 female, dewormed, great family dog. Ready in 1 week. $400. 778-885-8756Bengal Lap Leopard kittens. Tica reg. Top blood lines. Shots & de-wormed. Free shipping to lower mainland.$700&up.1-250-395-2464

BERNESE Mountain Dog Pups. Champion line, training. $1500. 604-740-0832 or 604-740-2986.

BICHON/YORKIE-X 10wks vry cute vet ✔ 1st shots, dewormed, 1 male 1 fem. $550/ea (Sry) 604-580-2186CATS & KITTENS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats.604-309-5388 / 856-4866COCKER SPANIELS, 8 wks, 1st shts, tails docked, black with white chest & feet, $400. (604)240-4601.

FILA / MASTIFF GUARD DOGS.Excellent Loyal Family Pet, all shotsGreat Protectors! Ph 604-817-5957.

GREAT DANE X ENGLISH MASTIFF PUPPIES $500. Call 604-826-5285 or 604-556-9095.

PETS

477 PETSLAB Pups CKC.Reg’d Champ.lines dewrmd/tattooed 1blk.2yellow, vet✓ 1stshots $800. Ready 604-857-9192

LAB Retriever pups, yellow/blck, $650; chocolate, $750. Vet check, quality lineage, dew claws, 1st shots, dewormed. (604)702-0217

LAB X GERMAN SHEPHERD pup-pies. Good temporment. Ready to go $250 each 778-319-8143

MOSKOVY DUCKLINGS, day old $3.50 & up. 3/mo old $15. Please call: (604)463-4367 Maple Ridge.

RAT TERRIER, great looking male neut. micro. Friendly healthy, AKC reg. Needs active family. Good on & off leash. Neg. to approved home. 604-941-2494 l/msg.

SHELTIE PUPS P.B. Reg. Micro-chipped, all shots. Vet chk’d. 4 mos. 1/2 price. M-$500. F-$600. (778)549-3646.

St Bernard pups, m/f, unreg., gentle giants, 1st shots, puppy pack, can email pics, $1000. 1 (604)462-8605

Yellow lab puppies ready to go call to view $600.00. Vet checked, 1st shots, dewormed. 778-885-9066

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

529 ESTATE SALES

Estate Sale. 100+ year old an-tiques and memorabilia. By appointment only. Call 250-442-3384.

548 FURNITURE

★ ANIZCO LIQUIDATION SALEUSED HOTEL FURNITURE

Arrived fromWestin Bayshore & Radisson100’s of mattresses, Desks,

Lamps, Banquet Chairs, SofaBeds, Armoires, Headboards...

Visit “ANIZCO” Furniture250 Terminal Ave. @ Main, VanMonday - Fri 10 - 5 & Sat. 10 - 2

www.anizcofurniture.com604-682-2528

560 MISC. FOR SALE#1A STEEL BUILDING SALE! Save up to 60% on your new garage, shop, warehouse. 6 colors available! 40 year warranty! Free shipping, the fi rst 20 callers!

1-800-457-2206www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

AT A CLICK of a mouse, www.BCLocalBiz.com is your local source to over 300,000 businesses!CAN’T GET UP YOUR Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift. Call 1-866-981-6591.

Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stair-lifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-981-6591

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

560 MISC. FOR SALE

FUTURE STEEL BUILDINGS CLEARANCE - Pre-engineered and custom-sized to your requirements. Factory-direct pricing. Some mod-els discounted to half-price to clear. CALL FOR FREE BROCHURE AND QUOTE 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.

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

NEW Norwood SAWMILLS - Lum-berMate-Pro handles logs 34” diameter, mills boards 28” wide. Automated quick-cycle-sawing increases effi ciency up to 40%. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT - FREE Information:

1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.

STEEL BUILDING SALE.. SPECIALS from $4 to $11/sq.ft. Great pricing on ABSOLUTELY every model, width and length. Example: 30x40x14 NOW $8995. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers 1-800-668-5422.

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

Canadian made Willis. Walnut up-right piano. New in 1972. Exc cond. well tuned. $1,250. 604-266-7353.

SAXOPHONE: Yamaha Jr in excel-lent condition; nice case; fully serviced. $650. Call 604-853-5060.

TRUMPET, nickel plated, B fl at $200. Nickel plated fl ugal horn, $200. King baratone horn in premi-um condition $500. 604-852-1426

REAL ESTATE

603 ACREAGE

19 ACRES. LEVEL & TREED on Sunshine Coast. Creek at back & road down side. Rural, beautiful Powell River. Call Neil Frost 604-483-6345. Coast Realty Group.

20 Acre Ranches ONLY $99 per/mo. $0 Down, $12,900 Near Growing El Paso, Texas. Owner Fi-nancing, No Credit Checks. Money Back Guarantee. Free Map/Pic-tures. 800-755-8953 www.sunsetranches.com

BEAUTIFUL ARIZONA LAND!$0 down. $0 interest. Starting $89/mo. Guaranteed Financing. No credit check. 1-2.5 acre building lots! Call (800) 631-8164 Code 4001 www.sunsiteslandrush.com

627 HOMES WANTED

* SELL YOUR HOME FAST * Buying Any Price, Cond., Location.NO COMMISSIONS ~ NO FEES ~

No Risk Home Buying Centre (604)435-5555

WE BUY HOUSESOlder Home? Damaged Home?

Need Repairs? Behind on Payments? Quick CASH!

Call Us First! 604.657.9422

REAL ESTATE

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

AUCTION BANK--OWNED HOMES For Sale including properties in this area. Now is the time! The market, inter-est rates, and oportunities could not be better. NEW PROPERTIES ADDED DAILY! Bid Now Online: www.OnlineBidNow.com HUDSON & MARSHALL, 1-866-539-4174

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDO

CLOVERDALE, 68/188th. 1 bdrm, 1 bath condo at Calera. Private patio. $650/mo. 604-726-4590.

CLOVERDALE,68Ave/188 St, FOB accessed, brand new 2 bdrm 2 bath condo at Calera, 2 priv. balconie, Sept 1st. $1300. 604-726-4590.

Cloverdale:Brand new 2bdrm, 2/ba, ‘Calera’. Granite, s/steel, h/wood, etc. Oct 1. $1150. 604-948-1966.

DELTA NORTH

SHANNON GARDENSThe Place to Live in N. Delta

Park Like Setting

1 Bdrm $850/mo; 2 bdrms from $1000 + hydro. Quiet bldg. Heat, hot water, garborator, f/s, d/w, f/place. Inste storage & u/g pkg. Heated indoor pool & sauna.

Call 604-591-5666Website: www.aptrentals.net

SURREY

DONCASTER APARTMENTSNewly Renovated

Senior and family oriented bldg. Spacious 1 & 2 bdrm suites near Guildford mall. Quiet, well main-tained property. Laminate & car-pet fl ooring with tile entrance. F/P D/W, in suite storage, laundry room on each fl oor. Secure prkg. available. Heat & Hot Water. N/P

Well worth your inspection. 604-589-1805

www.aptrentals.net

SURREY SOUTH

Somerset Gardens1851 Southmere Crescent E.

2 Bedroom suites starting at $875.00/mo. Close to all amenities. Avail now.

Call 604-451-6676

715 DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

CLOVERDALE 17317A-60 Ave 3 bdr 1.5 bth ste, upr fl r in 4-plex. Quiet area, lrg shrd yrd, lots prkg, 5 appl. $998 +hydro. Sept. 1 Long term. NS/NP. John 604-603-8557. www.rentbc.com #92405

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RENTALS

750 SUITES, LOWERCLOVERDALE: 173A & 64A Ave: Brand new 1/Bdrm ste. $550/mo inclds w/l int, Bell sat tv; close to mall, parks & shops. 1 block from new Rec Ctr. Laundry neg’bl. N/P, N/S. Pls call: (604)318-0381.

CLOVERDALE - 2 bdrm above ground, $850 incl utils, n/p, n/s. Avail Now. Call 604-307-8410

752 TOWNHOUSESCLOVERDALE: 189 & 71 Ave: Newer 3/bdrm+ den, dbl gar, 2.5 ba. $1850. N/S. 604-948-1966.

SURREY

Kingston Gardens 15385 – 99th Avenue

Guildford Area

2 Bedroom Townhouse start-ing at $800.00/mo. Close to all amenities. Available now.

Call 604-451-6676

TRANSPORTATION

810 AUTO FINANCING$0 DOWN & we make your 1st pay-ment at auto credit fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599. www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309.

818 CARS - DOMESTIC

1999 CHRYSLER Cirrus LX1, auto, leather seats, fully loaded, 2.5L V6, $2500 obo. Pls call 778-571-4211

2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. Auto, loaded, new trany & timing chain. Mint cond. $4,450. 604-309-3135

2005 BUICK LASABRE, dark blue ext. Grey leather int. 208 K, senior owned, $3800: 604-538-6378

TRANSPORTATION

818 CARS - DOMESTIC2006 DODGE CHARGER SRT8. Fully loaded, 42,000 kms. $25,900. obo. 604-535-1074

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS1995 MAZDA MILLENIA - V-6, 4 dr. auto, leather, local, no accident, grt. cond. sunroof $3000 604.908.97991997 TOYOTA CAMRY LE, 4 cyl, auto, loaded, 197K, AirCared. 4dr, $4,500 obo 604-812-12781999 MERCEDES E-320 Sedan - loaded, 128K, no accident, cdn. car, mint, leather, sun roof, new tires, $9600obo Must See! 604328-18832004 TOYOTA ECHO, 4 dr. sedan, 5 spd. manual, burgundy, clean car, 95K kms. $5000 fi rm. 604-538-92572005 HONDA CIVIC 2 dr. auto. pw. pl., air. Original owner 87,000km. Exc. cond. $10,200. 604-536-6904

2005 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT4 Motion, 5/spd, 107K, fully load-ed, stereo/tv, custom rims, low profi le tires, sunroof, fully ser-viced, no accidents. $15,900. obo 604-649-1094.

2006 BMW Z-4- convertible, mint. 48K, auto, blk. no accident, all pow-er options, heated seats, must see, beauty $23,995obo (604)328-18832006 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE-2 dr. 5 spd. pwr. opt. sun roof, prem. stereo, alloy. $12995 604.657.86592006 SUZUKI SWIFT 4 dr., auto., h/b, a/c, CD MP3, 46,000km. $6000. 604-374-88242010 TOYOTA COROLLA S. Auto, 4 door, power options. Only 2300 kms. $14,900. 604-765-4245 (Sry)

828 COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

TOWN TRACTORS *1988 Kenworth,Triple4 Cummins 15/spd trans., 40rear, MVI ready.

*1986 Freightliner, good running tractor, engine: Big Cam 400, 15/ spd, 46 rear.*2 alum headache racks (cab guards), truck snow chains, etc.Call for more info: 604-936-1973

838 RECREATIONAL/SALE1985 DODGE camper van, 116K, aircrd, good shape. $1300. 604-536-2689

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVALAAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

Minimum $100 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

TRANSPORTATION

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

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES1998 FORD EXPLORER LTD.- V-8 all options, leather, new tires, great shape, no accidents, local, drives like new! $6980 / 604.802.36731998 Sunrunner, conv. 2 pc ht, soft top, ABS, 1 owner, 1.6ltr, 4 wd, au-to, airbags $3850obo 604-729-7403

851 TRUCKS & VANS1995 GMC 1500 PICKUP

262,000 km, standard, $1,500. AirCared. Phone (604)543-8596.

1998 TOYOTA SIENNA LE. Load-ed, AirCared, 7 pass, 196K, key-less. $6500 obo. 604-812-12782005 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE, dual air & heat, pwr. seat & c/d. exc. cond. $5650 / 604-514-48492007 GMC Uplander van, gold, 60K, 7 pass. under wrnty, loaded, no accid. $10,990. 604-785-8566

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