Peace Arch News, January 08, 2016

V O I C E O F W H I T E R O C K A N D S O U T H S U R R E Y

w w w . p e a c e a r c h n e w s . c o m

Last wish:Despite the swift progression his illness, popular children’s entertainer Robert Stelmach died surrounded by positivity and support.

see page 22

FridayJanuary 8, 2016 (Vol. 41 No. 2) 2)

Industrial development strongest in South Surrey’s Campbell Heights neighbourhood

$1.46B building boom a near-record

More than 100 turn out for interfaith meal in White Rock

Community lunch shares food, faith

Fraser Health responds

Rethink water plan: residentsMelissa Smalley Staff Reporter

White Rock residents are calling on the city to rethink its plans to treat the water with chloramine, citing concerns ranging from health and environmental dangers to potential infrastructure dam-age.

The decision to use chloramine – a mix of chlorine and ammonia – to disinfect the city’s water sup-ply was announced in December, and immediately met with con-cern from residents.

Citing negative health effects, environmental concerns and potential hazards to infrastructure such as plumbing pipes and fix-tures, a group of citizens are plan-ning to rally at city hall Monday afternoon to protest the decision.

David Riley, director of the Little Campbell Watershed Society, told Peace Arch News Thursday he felt the city’s plans to chloraminate the water is “the biggest issue to hit White Rock in 40 years,” add-ing that it is also “hugely compli-cated.”

Speaking on the environmental concerns associated with its use, Riley pointed to a pilot project in South Surrey in the late 1980s, when the water of 70,000 residents

Around 120 people turned out Saturday for an interfaith lunch held at St. John’s Presbyte-rian Church.

The event, part of an ongoing, community-led ‘Interfaith Bi-Weekly Food Ministry’, the third-annual event welcomed guests from White Rock and Surrey, many of them seniors.

“It was a wonderful event,” organizer Arun Chatterjee said in a post-lunch email.

“Our lunch meets an important need for people in the community. During the festive time of the year, this is the only community lunch available in the White Rock area (possi-bly in Surrey, too). Lot of seniors and homeless guests depend on it.”

Chatterjee said guests enjoyed dishes includ-ing moong halwa and shahi paneer.

He thanked Sheila Jakus and volunteers –

who ranged in age from seven years to in their eighties, and included students from H.T. Thrift and Hyland elementaries, Panorama Ridge and Semiahmoo secondaries and SFU – for helping make the event a success, along with Nanak Foods, for donating paneer, snacks and desserts. Prayers from various faith tradi-tions were also shared, Chatterjee said.

– Tracy Holmes

Raaj Chatterjee photoAnahita Mahmoodi, an engineering student at SFU, helps serve at an interfaith community lunch held Jan. 2 at St. John’s Presbyterian Church.

see page 8

Kevin DiakiwBlack Press

Surrey has shattered the billion-dollar mark in construction projects, recording the second-highest value in development in the city’s history.

City figures provided show Surrey saw $1.46 billion in construction last year – sec-ond only to 2007, when there was $1.49 bil-lion in development.

The figures indicate that just over $1 bil-lion worth of that construction came from residential building permits. It was relatively equally split between single-family dwell-ings, homes with secondary suites and town-homes, with the last quarter of the money spent going to condos and miscellaneous residential building permits.

Much of the construction occurred in South Surrey and south Newton, according

to Jean LaMontagne, Surrey’s general man-ager of planning and development.

Commercial and industrial building proj-ects both came in at about $187 million last year, followed by institutional ($57 million) and other ($17 million).

Commercial construction figures were due to a few highly valued properties, such as the new Coast Capital Savings headquarters built near the King George SkyTrain Station.

Industrial development was, and contin-ues to be, strongest in Campbell Heights in South Surrey.

Last year’s numbers boast the best perfor-mance in Surrey’s construction sector since the global economic meltdown of 2008.

Since then, the city has been hovering around the billion-dollar mark in permit values for construction, with a few of those

see page 4

Mattress Gallery 2390 - 152nd St., South Surrey (in the old 7-Eleven Building)

604-385-0112wrmattress.com

Space Saver Space Saver Cabinet BedsCabinet BedsMany other makes, models, colours and mattress options available!

Watch Video Demo

wrmattress.com

30 seconds to OPEN WINTERWINTER

CLEARANCE CLEARANCE SALESALE

2421 King George BlvdSurrey, BC

604-536-4011 www.surrey.wbu.com

Open Mon-Sat 9:30-5:30Sun 11-5

Friday, January 8, 2016 Peace Arch News2 www.peacearchnews.com

Cold Laser Therapy for Chronic Back Pain

Fortunately there is now a readily available treatment for several of the common conditions causing chronic back pain: Cold Laser erapy. While this form of light therapy has been around for quite a few years, it’s still not as widely known as it should be. Scienti c research conducted over the last few decades has shown that human cells heal better and faster when the right wavelengths of light energy get delivered to them.

Cold Laser erapy is a breakthrough solution for musculoskeletal pain because it shines a concentrated amount of only helpful wavelengths of light vital for healing (in the red and infrared parts of the spectrum) directly on targeted areas. is allows the bones, ligaments, and tissues

even well below the surface of the skin to be exposed to the healthy light that otherwise cannot reach these areas.

By delivering just the helpful parts of the light spectrum, the overall laser light power is kept at very low and therefore very safe levels, which will not burn or otherwise harm the skin or any other tissues.

Laser Therapy Aims to Reduce Chronic Back Pain

Conditions Treated: Internal Scar Tissue After Surgery or Injury Osteoarthritis Neck Pain Rotator Cu Injury Golfers or Tennis Elbow (Epicondylitis) Hand and Wrist Pain Back Pain Knee Pain Achilles Tendonitis Plantar Fasciitis and other musculoskeletal conditions

The Team at Solaj Maria, Morgan, Doctor Mel, Mary Ann, Samantha

Isabelle works in the tness industry as a personal trainer, a job that requires her to move around all day, to carry around weights and other workout equipment, and to physically assist her customers during their exercise programs. In addition, after work, she’s an avid amateur athlete, who loves to seriously train, especially long distance biking and running.

About 4 years before she visited Solaj, she rst started having recurring back pain - typically towards the end of her longer training sessions. She became increasingly concerned when these pains began to occur sooner into her training sessions, but she generally just toughed it out - at rst through infrequent mild pain, then increasingly more frequent and stronger pain.

Her back pain became increasingly chronic. Often she found herself unable to stand up straight, and

even just moving around became a challenge, with shooting pains and numbness in her left leg. She couldn’t sit in the same position for an extended time, which also made longer drives by car impossible. She’d have to take prescription pain medication just to be able to sleep - but even then she found herself frequently waking from pain. Working became very dif cult and after some further months training became impossible. Eventually an MRI con rmed that she was su ering from a herniated disk in her lumbar spine.

Rather than undergo invasive and risky surgery, Isabelle decided to try Cold Laser erapy to improve her condition. So, 4 days after her MRI, she visited Solaj for a Laser Assessment and immediately started Cold Laser

erapy sessions.

After only 2 treatment sessions, she started feeling the rst temporary improvements: the pain intensity

lessened at times - even to the point that for the rst time in months she didn’t even think about it. After the 5th treatment session (the second week of treatments), she

experienced a 2 day period without pain, and she started to take less pain medication. And she found herself walking straight again. After another couple of weekly treatments, the shooting pain and the numbness in her leg had disappeared. Some nights she could sleep without waking from pain, and she could sit in a car for longer periods of time. After the 12th treatment she found herself able to sleep full nights without medication, and she was able to further reduce her pain medication dosage. She was able to return to work, feeling pretty good.

She continued with weekly Cold Laser erapy sessions for another 3 months, reporting that after that she’d been able to return to her beloved training regimen including long walks, running and biking. And she was also able to drive long distances in her car again.

Personal Trainer Overcomes Pain From Herniated Disk with Cold Laser Therapy

e back is one of the most common areas to experience chronic pain. e spine is needed to carry out the majority of our movements, whether it’s as small as turning our head or as strenuous as picking up a heavy object. e spine is so important to carrying out full body movements, that the area is often subject to injury or wear and tear, such as pain from: disk

herniations, osteoarthritis (or degenerative disk disease), soft tissue injuries, sciatica, sacroiliac joint disfunction, facet joint syndrome, and more. To make matters more dif cult, many people are unable to pinpoint their pain on a speci c condition, even with the use of MRI’s and X-rays.

Pain killers or surgery can end up being the only options for those who are unable to nd a solution that stops their pain for good. Both surgery and pain killers often have serious side e ects that can lead to additional problems and pain, without resolving the original problem. The various depths reached by Cold Laser Therapy

An often overlooked treatment named Cold Laser Therapy stimulates the body’s natural healing process

e light energy of Cold Laser erapy boosts the cellular tissues’ natural healing mechanism without side e ects. is healing repairs cartilage damaged by osteoarthritis, dissolves internal scar tissue, puts an end to painful in ammation and restores mobility of the spine and surrounding tissues.

i

About a month after her last treatment, Isabelle responded to a check-up email from Doctor Mel with an update to share with those who might su er from a similar condition: “I want to say that I went from not being able to drive 10 min in August 2014 to driving across the country in May 2015. Kind of a big difference.

I went from walking around the block in pain with pain medication to now running/hiking for 3 1/2 hours with no pain medication and loving every second of it.

I can now be on my bike climbing again on difficult trails and not be in pain all the time.

I went from feeling the pain all the time to now I can go full days without feeling the same terrible pain.

I can't tell you enough, Mel, how amazing I feel. I actually did not think about my back until you emailed me about it. It's a very strange feeling to feel ok again. I was standing up on the Swiss ball today doing squats because my niece did not believe me I could do it and not once I felt my back!! It's just crazy :)” -Isabelle

Isabelle after completing her Cold Laser Therapy treatments

3268 King George Blvd. 604 385 3358 [email protected] www.solaj.ca

Bring this ad in for a FREE LASER ASSESSMENT by Jan 22, 2016

Conditions Treated: Internal Scar Tissue After Surgery or Injury Osteoarthritis Neck Pain Rotator Cu Injury Golfers or Tennis Elbow (Epicondylitis) Hand and Wrist Pain Back Pain Knee Pain Achilles Tendonitis Plantar Fasciitis and other musculoskeletal conditions

The Team at Solaj Maria, Morgan, Doctor Mel, Mary Ann, Samantha

www.peacearchnews.com 3 Peace Arch News Friday, January 8, 2016 www.peacearchnews.com 3 Peace Arch News Friday, January 8, 2016

newsBC Assessment reports average increases of 16 per cent

Surrey, White Rock property values soar

Motive unclear

Suspects at-large

Mounties are appealing to the public for help in finding a pair believed to be responsible for a home invasion on Christmas Eve.

On Dec. 24, at about 2:30 p.m. Surrey RCMP responded to a report of someone who had been assaulted in their home near 72 Avenue and 132 Street.

When police arrived, it was deter-mined that two males had come to the home from the back alley and knocked on the door.

When the resident answered, he was assaulted with a blunt instru-ment and forced back into the home.

The victim fought the intrud-ers and forced them out of the residence. He received injuries to his head which required stitches. A second person in the home was not injured.

The two suspects were caught on surveillance video.

They are described as five-foot-six black men, 20 to 23 years old, wearing black hoodies, black pants and light-coloured shoes. One of them may have been wearing a balaclava.

One of the men appears to have fur outlining his hoodie and may be wearing a toque underneath.

The motive for the attack is still unclear.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502 or Crime Stop-pers at 1-800-222-TIPS or www.solvecrime.ca

Jeff NagelBlack Press

Assessment figures released this week have put Semiahmoo Peninsula properties at the top of the charts.

While many homeowners were stunned by significant boosts in value, for some the increase was measured in the millions.

Some of the priciest properties in the Fra-ser Valley have gained more than $2 million, according to the data, released Tuesday by BC Assessment.

The highest-assessed single-family house in the region is in South Surrey, at 2021 Indian Fort Dr. Its value leapt $2.4 million – or 25 per cent – to just over $11.9 million from $9.5 million.

A White Rock house at 13616 Marine Dr. shot up by almost $2.8 million or 30 per cent, to $11.87 million from $9.1 million.

When acreages are included, the highest assessed residential property in the Fraser Valley (into which BC Assessment includes Surrey and Richmond) was also in South Surrey, at 17146 20 Ave. It gained nearly $2 million, to $16.15 million.

And the priciest property in Langley Town-ship – an acreage at 19683 0 Ave. – saw its assessment rise 31 per cent, or $2.4 million, to $10.06 million, from $7.6 million.

Surrey houses dominate the region’s top 100 list, which includes only a few other properties further east – four acreages in Langley Township ranging from $4.8 mil-

lion to $6.1 million and one in Chilliwack’s Columbia Valley valued at $4.6 million. Five properties on the list exceed $10 million.

The most expensive home in B.C. overall

was Lululemon founder Chip Wilson’s Van-couver house at 3085 Point Grey Rd., now assessed at $63.87 million, up 10.9 per cent.

According to BC Assessment, detached houses in urban areas of the Fraser Valley typically gained five to 25 per cent, and more rural houses were up or down by as much as five per cent in most cases.

Bigger increases were more common in Greater Vancouver, where detached houses were up 15 to 30 per cent and strata units were usually up around 10 per cent.

The new assessments are based on esti-mated values as of July 1, 2015.

“This is a snapshot in our rear-view mir-ror,” B.C. Real Estate Association chief econ-omist Cameron Muir said.

Beach bulliesMore than 30 “bullies” gathered on Crescent Beach last weekend to mark a paws-itive start to the new year. The annual Jan. 1 event, established more than 15 years ago, brought together bull terriers – also known as English terriers – and their owners from as far away as Seattle for socializing, a walk and a group photo. Joanne Ainslie-Forrest and eight-week-old Lucy (left) were among participants.

Scott Larsen photos

Evan Seal photoThis South Surrey property climbed $2.4M.

Ab or Anna604-536-6040

INTERIORS LTD.A FAMILY BUSINESS CATERING TO FAMILIES SINCE 1974

Thinking of replacing your sofa because it no longer gives you the same level of comfort it once did?

FURNITURE REUPHOLSTERY MAKES $ENSE!

Please call and fi nd out.

BEFORE AFTER

Consider instead replacing the Consider instead replacing the cushion core using high density foam!cushion core using high density foam!

FREE in-home consultation on all your re-upholstering & drapery projects.71974 20163CELEBRATING33CELEBRATING42PI

NO’S INTERIORS

WH

I T E R O C K / S U R R E Y , BC

GUARANTEED TO KEEP ITS SHAPE FOR 10 YEARS!

Friday, January 8, 2016 Peace Arch News4 www.peacearchnews.com Friday, January 8, 2016 Peace Arch News4 www.peacearchnews.com

years being buoyed by federal infrastructure grants.While the boom in construction is great news,

city officials say it’s generally preferred to have a bigger percentage of commercial and industrial development than Surrey is getting.

The reasoning is that those two sectors bring in about three times the property taxes to the city, while drawing on far fewer associated taxpayer-funded resources, such as recreation centres, librar-ies and roads.

A staff report presented to council in 2001 – when housing stock represented 72 per cent of the total amount of property taxes generated – indicated Surrey was not meeting sustainable levels.

“A ratio of 60 per cent residential and 40 per cent industrial and commercial is considered to be the minimum level necessary relative to the long-term health of the city,” the staff report said.

Last year’s ratio alone was 69.3 per cent residen-tial, 25.6 per cent commercial and industrial, 3.9 per cent institutional and 1.2 per cent other.

Another important reason for a more equitable

balance is to create a city where people can work locally, LaMontagne noted.

The city is currently at about 0.7 jobs per person, which is up from where it was 10 years ago.

LaMontagne said the residential demand in Sur-rey remains extremely strong due in large part to ballooning housing prices in other areas of the Lower Mainland.

Building permit values in Surrey over the past decade:

• 2006 – $1,341,960,510• 2007 – $1,488,819,162• 2008 – $1,268,535,177• 2009 – $859,232,522• 2010 – $1,213,936,581• 2011 – $1,216,268,920• 2012 – $1,305,166,356• 2013 – $1,053,316,786• 2014 – $1,021,135,324• 2015 – $1,459,483,003

news

Officials seek industrial growth from page 1

Evan Seal photoJust over $1 billion of Surrey’s total construction last year came from residential building permits.

strides pedorthics#109-1656 Martin Drive, South Surrey Phone: 604.538.8276 www.strides.ca

Great Shoes!Great

Prices!

Fine Dining By th e SeaFine Dining By th e Sea

15791 Marine Drive • 531-6261 Closed Mondays. Open Tues.-Sun. from 5 pmVISIT OUR WEBSITE: www.labaiarestaurant.com

2 Dinner Entrees$29.95

(up to max. $20.50 value per dinner)ANY EVENINGYour choice of:

Wild Salmon, Basa, Chicken, Veal Dishes and many more.

To avoid confusion at billing, coupon MUST be presented before ordering - 1 coupon per couple and limited to a max. of 3 coupons per table.

Cannot be used with any other promotion. No separate bills.Expires Sunday, January 24, 2016.

SAVEUP TO

$13A U T H E N T I C I TA L I A NA U T H E N T I C I TA L I A NR E S T A U R A N T

Plenty of Free

Parking

"Your Window Decorating Specialist"

604-536-5598 • www.blindsdrapes.com604-536-5598 • www.blindsdrapes.com

Visit our showroom at Windsor Square#132 - 1959 - 152nd St., Surrey

JANUARY SPECIALS

cconcord Interiorsoncord Interiors Since 1982

TAXTAXFREEFREESALESALE

ON ALL CUSTOM ON ALL CUSTOM DRAPERY ORDERS.DRAPERY ORDERS.Call today for a free Call today for a free

consultation.consultation.

TAXTAXFREEFREESALESALE

ON ALL BLINDS ON ALL BLINDS & SHUTTERS& SHUTTERSPLUS UP TOPLUS UP TO

50% OFF

TIDES at White Rock Beach

• Drive Now* • Best Buy* • Real Canadian Superstore* • The Source* • SmartSource* • Rite Aid* • Michael's* • Shoppers Drug Mart* • Red Plum* • Maritime Travel*

• Sat., Jan. 9TIME Ht./m Ht./ft.06:02 4.2 13.810:57 3.4 11.214:59 3.8 12.522:47 0.5 1.6

• Mon., Jan. 11TIME Ht./m Ht./ft.07:01 4.4 14.412:33 3.1 10.216:57 3.7 12.1

• Tues, Jan. 12TIME Ht./m Ht./ft.00:09 0.5 1.607:35 4.5 14.813:23 2.9 9.517:58 3.5 11.5

IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE ABOVE FLYERS, PLEASE CALL DISTRIBUTION DEPARTMENT AT 604-542-7430 *Not distributed in all areas.

THISFRIDAYFLYERS

MORE FLYERS ONLINE ☞

{

• Sun., Jan. 10TIME Ht./m Ht./ft.

06:30 4.3 14.111:45 3.3 10.815:58 3.8 12.523:27 0.5 1.6

and Implant Centre

Book your complimentary consultation today.

104-2055 152nd St., Surrey BC604.538.3384 envisiondenture.com

YOUR DIGITAL DENTURE CENTRE

Make a grocery list together—kids check

Make family time learning time.

#6

Scan for 15 Minutes of Fun

at www.FamilyLiteracyDay.ca


news


The B.C. government has raised the threshold to qualify for the full homeowner grant to shield some owners from a higher property tax bill.

The jump in assessed values this year would have left owner-occupied homes that have climbed above $1.1 million – the old threshold – with less than the basic $570 home owner grant offsetting taxes.

The revised threshold is $1.2 million and homes above that lose $5 of the grant for every $1,000 in additional value.

That means the grant now disappears altogether for homes worth more than $1.314 million.

The province reduced the threshold in 2014 from a previous $1.295 million in order to skim $11 million from homeowner grants to general

revenue and it was kept frozen at $1.1 million last year. Seniors, veterans and the disabled also may qualify for an additional grant of up to $275.

The proportion of B.C. homes that are valued below the new

cut-off for the full grant is 91 per cent, down from 93 per cent last year and 95 per cent in 2012.

B.C. Real Estate Association chief economist Cameron Muir said the loss of the homeowner grant for some property owners is unlikely to impact the market.

“We’re talking about a few hundred dollars per year here,” Muir said. “It has a bigger impact on young homeowners who have more stretched budgets.”

But most first-time home buyers aren’t purchasing seven-figure homes, he suggested.

“It’s most relevant to seniors on fixed incomes who have seen a tremendous increase in their

property values and it’s allowing many of them not to have that additional drain on their limited income.”

Seniors whose property tax bills have skyrocketed over the years also have the option of deferring property taxes until the eventual sale of the home.

Finance ministry data provided to Black Press shows residents of more affordable areas of the Lower Mainland are much more likely to claim the homeowner grant than those in the priciest areas such as Vancouver and the North Shore.

More than 76,600 Surrey homes received the grant in 2014, compared to 63,425 homes in the more populous City of Vancouver.

Many Vancouver homes don’t qualify for the homeowner grant because of the more rapid climb in house prices there, but they also don’t qualify if they’re not owner-occupied – for example, the city’s thousands of investor-owned condos – or if their owners are not Canadian citizens or landed immigrants normally residing in B.C.

Province raises cut-off for home owner grant

Lift to $1.2m shields some from property-tax bite

❝It’s most relevant

to seniors on fixed

incomes.❞Cameron Muirchief economist

Patented CABINET BEDSFull Latex MattressDemo Model $999 Regular $3199

Mattress Gallery 2390 - 152nd St., South Surrey (in the old 7-Eleven Building)

604-385-0112 www.wrmattress.com

RECOVERY MATTRESS

MADE IN CANADA

366 366 night night

COMFORT GUARANTEECOMFORT GUARANTEE

2020YearYear

WarrantyWarranty

FREEFREEDelivery Delivery & Setup& Setup

EUROTOP MATTRESSESSESSSSSSESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS Made in BC

Made in BC

10 YEARWARRANTY

TWINTWIN Reg. $649Reg. $649 Special Special $$299299DOUBLEDOUBLE Reg. $699Reg. $699 Special Special $$349349QUEENQUEEN Reg. $749Reg. $749 Special Special $$399399KINGKING Reg. $1099Reg. $1099 Special Special $$599599

PILLOWTOP PILLOWTOP MATTRESSESMATTRESSES

TWINTWIN $$177177DOUBLEDOUBLE $$267267QUEENQUEEN $$277277KINGKING $$377377

• Colour options

• Many other makes, models, colours, styles, mattresses available

CLEARANCE SALE

30 seconds to OPEN

www.ironmanmattress.cawww.ironmanmattress.ca

2015DOUBLE EUROTOP MATTRESS WITH DOUBLE EUROTOP MATTRESS WITH

ORGANIC COTTON ORGANIC COTTON • P• Pocket Coilocket Coil• Latex• Latex• Certi PUR Us Foam• Certi PUR Us Foam• Foam Encased• Foam Encased

Reg. $1199Reg. $1199

Sale:Sale: $$299 299 1 Demo Only1 Demo Only

Made in BC

Twin IRONMAN Mattress

$577 1 only (Demo)

* Items may not be exactly as illustrated.

Limited Quantities

Twin adjustable base with IRONMAN Mattress $1388

1 only

Regular $2699SPECIAL

$$14771477includes mattress

* Both frame and coated lens purchase required. Cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any store or other off er, discount or sale, previous purchases, readers or non-prescription sunglasses. Certain brands excluded such as Maui Jim. Free sight testing available at most locations for 19+. +If you fi nd a lower advertised price on an in-stock new identical item from an Authorized Canadian dealer, now or within 14 days of your purchase, just show us the price and we will match it. See in-store for details.

2 FOR 1 *Free Glasses

SHARE your

2 FOR 1with a family

member or friend.RESTRICTIONS APPLY.

*

Family owned since 1996

Semiahmoo Shopping Centre#135-1711 152 Street

Surrey 604-541-3937www.cvoh.ca

Chilliwack • Langley • Maple Ridge • White Rock

BUY DIRECT FROM OUR FAMILY-OWNED 1-HOUR LAB

Th ank you for your business!Th ank you for your business!

Medical Eye Exams

Optometrist on Site

Crys

tal Vision Centre


LancePeverleyEditor

DwayneWeidendorf Publisher

SteveScott Advertisingmanager

JamesChmelykCreative Services manager

MarilouPasionCirculation manager

Peace Arch News is a member of the National Newsmedia Council, which is an independent organization established to deal with acceptable journalistic practices and ethical behaviour. If you have concerns about editorial content, please contact: [email protected] or 604-542-7402. If you are not satisfi ed with the response and wish to fi le a formal complaint, visit the website at mediacouncil.ca or call toll-free 1-844-877-1163 for additional information.

200 - 2411 160 Street., Surrey, B.C. V3Z 0C8Phone: 604-531-1711Circulation: 604-542-7430Classifi ed: 604-575-5555 Fax: 604-531-7977Web: www.peacearchnews.com

CCNAMember 2010 WINNER2013 WINNER

foundation

Social media gets a bad rap a lot of the time. Often it deserves it.

Critics don’t have to look far for evidence of its – and our – failings. Sites offer a grand showcase of narcissism and misinformation, not to mention a whole host of other negative attributes, including greed, envy, paranoia and racism.

But it may be that we are too willing to blame the mirror for what it is reflecting – just as many are ready to shoot the messenger whenever more traditional media report something we don’t like or don’t agree with.

Social media is an easy mark and an easy scapegoat – but really it’s only as good or bad as the people who post things on it.

And many of those individuals are good, basically decent people. Their greatest crime is using social media to share the occasional laugh, a thought-provoking article or two, a chunk of positive philosophy, a cute critter or some other thing of beauty – whether shaped by nature, or the hand and eye of an artist.

Sometimes it’s even a vehicle for empathy and public spirit – evidence that people haven’t lost their basic, human connection, for all our obsession with technology.

Take the case of a father and daughter from Saskatoon en route to Victoria who lost almost all their belongings when someone stole their rented U-Haul truck and trailer in South Surrey just before New Year’s Eve.

When their plight was posted on social media, many responded positively by sharing the post. They felt for the family in its predicament – identified with how it would feel to lose everything in the middle of a momentous, and no doubt stressful, household move.

Mainstream media took notice, circulating the appeal for information on the missing truck and trailer both in print and on the airwaves.

And good came of all the attention. An Abbotsford resident noticed a U-Haul truck apparently abandoned in a parking lot and called police. It turned out to be the missing truck, and while most of the family’s possessions were gone, some irreplaceable photos and other mementos – including urns of family members – were recovered.

It’s worth remembering that some good can come of our current fascination with social media – particularly the next time we’re tempted to decry it for emphasizing our lack of connection and empathy.

editorial

Social media can equal social conscience

Published by Black Press Ltd. at 200-2411 160 Street, Surrey, B.C.

opinionPeace Arch News

The year 2016 is shaping up to produce a bumper crop of couch potatoes. Thanks to their

Christmas gifts, more young people will be staring endlessly at screens instead of interacting with real people or going outside to play.

The number one, and seemingly only, gift kids wanted from Santa was something digital. The hot-ticket items this holiday for kids six and up were iPads, iPods, smartphones, computers, games and gaming devices. They weren’t asking for bikes, basketballs or skateboards.

This means more time spent inside, less human contact and less activity all around.

With a young son myself, I’m lucky, so far, that he has no interest in playing video games. But many of his friends do.

There will come a day when he does take an interest in Minecraft (or as the parents like to call it “Mind crap.”) Some of his little five-year-old friends already know how to text emoticons. When he was two, he went up to the TV and swiped the screen in an attempt to change the channel – something

he learned from looking at photos of himself on mommy’s smartphone.

I am the one to suggest we play outside, not him. Once outside, he is

happy to climb a tree, ride a bike or play hide-and-seek.

I’m not putting on my tinfoil hat, saying the digital world is ruining our children. I just wonder what it all means for their social future and, frankly, for their waistlines.

We are having to schedule in activities rather than have them happen organically.

In my day (see how old I sound?), our parents didn’t have to tell us to play outside, because we were out there every dry day until the street lights

went on. Nobody made up games for us and kept us entertained, nobody helicoptered all over us.

As youngsters, we disagreed sometimes, but only had each other to work it out. An iPad may be able to show kids their house from space, but it can’t teach life skills.

There is a lot of worry these days about the number of kids coming to kindergarten who are not socially ready and are unable to ‘self regulate.’ I don’t

really understand it all, but it doesn’t sound good.

Raising a child in a digital world is both fascinating and terrifying. While there are so many benefits to the Internet, making us a much more global community, reaching out and spreading awareness – there are just as many downsides. We are only just scratching the surface of what our kids’ attachments to their screens mean for them.

In a recent interview with Langley school district assistant superintendent Gord Stewart, he worried out loud about kids ‘having no downtime’ from their screens and what that is doing to their well-being.

One study indicates that gaming releases the pleasure chemical dopamine, making the experience similar to substance abuse. Years of gaming can change the reward circuitry in a child’s brain.

Even regular screen-time is associated with changes in the brain involving emotional processing, attention and mood.

Because it isn’t his natural instinct, I make a concerted effort to get my son outside and in nature as much as possible.

But when the day comes – as it inevitably will – that I lose his attention to the draw of a shiny screen, I will remind him, all things in moderation.

Or at least that’s the goal.Monique Tamminga is a reporter with

the Langley Times, sister paper of the Peace Arch News.

Great outdoors face some tough competition

Monique Tamminga

other words

?questionof theweek

Is boosting your physical fitness one of your goals this year?

Vote online at www.peacearchnews.com

Was 2015 a difficult year financially?

yes 44% no 56%110 responding

Last week we asked...


““

quote of note

lettersPeace Arch NewsPeace Arch News

WrongmessageEditor:

I think it is time to stop using the term ‘accidents’ for vehicle crashes. The definition of an accident is: a chance happening without an apparent cause. The title of the article clearly states that distracted driving is the cause of the collisions. (Editor’s note: the article referenced was part of a safe-driving advertising feature that appeared in Peace Arch News Dec. 30.)

As long as they are called accidents it relieves the perpetrator of responsibility for the incident. The event needs to be called what it is, which is a crash or a collision.

So my hope for the New Year is that I will only read about accidents when there is no apparent cause for the event.Maria Walsh, Surrey

As I was walking my dog along Crescent Road, a short string of cars approached us. The lead car, a black or dark grey sedan, suddenly stopped. I assumed the driver was going to turn into one of the driveways and forgot to signal, but no, he just stopped – for no apparent reason. The drivers behind him probably assumed that he was going to turn off, but hadn’t yet learned how to use his turn signal.

Why did he stop? It turns out that he had just received a text message and stopped in the middle of the road to read it. Good thing he wasn’t in the middle of an intersection turning left – he surely would have been hit by oncoming traffic. I would have reported him to the police, but by the time I realized what he was doing, the car behind him was blocking my view of his licence plate.

I hope he reads this (but not while he is driving) and, in the future, chooses to: 1) safely pull out of traffic and read his texts when he is parked; 2) ignore texts until he is out of his car; or 3) give up driving and take public transit before he kills someone or is killed.

Can any text be so important that you would risk spending the next six months in the hospital, or the rest of your life in a wheelchair, or dead?Jerry Steinberg, Surrey

Climate connectionEditor:Re: Inconvenient truths of climate change, Dec. 2 column; Evidence ignored, Dec. 18 letters.

Congratulations columnist Tom Fletcher and letter-writer Jerry Lucky for some rational comment on climate change.

While the standards of comfort and convenience we set for ourselves today may still be having a deleterious effect on our atmosphere, it is much better than it was 50 years ago in Europe and North America, but reasonable

changes in our lifestyle are still to be encouraged.

Climate change is a natural juggernaut, and we will not see a reversal of its current progression in our lifetime.Charles Shargool, Surrey

Bennett’s lead one to followEditor:Re: Former B.C. premier Bill Bennett dies, Dec. 5.

Today’s political leaders would do well to take lessons from the ambition and responsible foresight of the late Bill Bennett.

With only a little political effort, the incalculably positive derivative benefits to Greater Vancouver, and to B.C. and Canada generally, resulting from the province hosting Expo 86 and the building of Metro Vancouver’s SkyTrain rapid-transit lines could be replicated in Surrey.

The industrial park-wasteland of

northwest Surrey – where the city borders New Westminster and the Fraser River – would be ideal as a World Exposition site.

Afterwards, this area could be suitably re-developed as mixed-use highrises and parkland: emulating Vancouver’s downtown business district, Yaletown and Coal Harbour areas, thereby acting to reduce the region’s housing shortage and attracting corporate head-office clients – along with high-technology design, and research and development firms.

Bennett would never have accepted the “lowest common denominator”, as cheap-as-possible, at-roadway-level rapid transit system that is currently proposed for much of Surrey: essentially human-driven buses travelling on rails that have been run along already very busy roadways.

The ambitious foresight criteria so often associated with Bennett would demand a citywide rapid-transit system for Surrey that will be perceived internationally as a world beater – and certainly no

worse than the 30-year-old, but still excellent, above-the-roadway, computer-driven SkyTrain.

The first step towards the above would be for the B.C. government to work with the new federal government to reinstate Canada as a member of the Bureau of International Expositions – the body that awards international expositions to individual countries – by paying the $25,000 annual fee that the previous Conservative government reneged on, starting in 2012.

Following this, on behalf of the City of Surrey, working with the federal government, B.C. should submit a bid for a future International Exposition.

Ridiculous?? Impossible?? Insurmountable??

Maybe that’s what some would have thought in the 1980s.

Bill Bennett, and other leaders of his time, clearly didn’t, and we are all beneficiaries today as a result.

Praises for Bill Bennett need to be matched by actions.Roderick V. Louis, White Rock

write:200 - 2411 160 Street,

Surrey, B.C. V3Z 0C8

[email protected]

(please include fullcontact information, including address)

fax:604.531.7977

email:

604.531.1711

questions?

As long as they are called accidents

it relieves the perpetrator of

responsibility for the incident.

Maria Walsh

Submissions will be edited for clarity, brevity, legality

and taste.

Tracy Holmes photoTree removal along White Rock’s waterfront hillside may have an unintended effect, writes Gail Kent.

Editor:It would be nice to know on whose ‘expert advice’

White Rock was acting, when the city decided to chop down the trees above the beachfront along Marine Drive.

The deed does seem to run counter to sound logic. After all, is there anything that can maintain the stability of a slope better than deep rooted, healthy trees? Those trees, standing proud and tall, had withstood numerous storms through the years, and they hadn’t done so by having weak, shallow roots.

My husband and I have friends who built a gorgeous retirement home on Camano Island, on a bank overlooking the ocean. They had expected to be allowed to take out trees, to open-up their view. The municipality denied their request, citing the need to retain the trees in order to maintain bank stability.

Years ago, some of our relatives bought a home in a new district of Peace River, Alta. The house was across the street from the river bank. Trees had been removed from the bank, allowing homeowners to take advantage of the lovely view.

The family enjoyed the location for a few years, before being transferred elsewhere. Some years later, they returned to the area to visit with friends and decided to go by their old place. Imagine their surprise when they couldn’t do a drive-by; the road was gone – broken off when the bank caved in.

Let’s hope, that the remedial work, White Rock does on “the hump”, is effective. Otherwise, the folks living along that stretch of Marine Drive may wake up one morning with much more of a water view than they desired.Gail Kent, South Surrey

Hoping slope decision is stable


was treated with chlo-ramine, which – like chlorine – is harmful to aquatic life.

Two water-main breaks in 1989 and 1990 near Fergus Creek killed thousands of juvenile salmon.

While White Rock senior staff say mitiga-tion processes are in place in the event of a water-main break, Riley said he is skeptical.

“We have no confi-dence that White Rock

staff can fully miti-gate the unintended consequence of what might happen,” he said, noting that residents sprinkling their lawns, washing their cars or watering their gardens will all result in chlo-raminated water ending up in the ocean.

In addition to envi-ronmental concerns, numerous residents have spoken up about potential negative health effects of chlo-ramine in the water

supply, concerns that Mayor Wayne Baldwin told PAN last month he did not share.

The directive to disin-

fect the city’s water sup-ply came from Fraser Health in 2011, follow-ing a boil-water advi-sory in 2010 that came

as a result of traces of E.coli in the water.

Baldwin told PAN that previous utility owners Epcor planned to use chloramine prior to the sale of the util-ity to the city, which took place at the end of October.

In a Jan. 5 letter to the city from Fraser Health, medical health officer Dr. Michelle Murti writes “chloramination has been safely used in a number of water sys-tems in North America, and is an approved secondary disinfec-tion method by Health Canada.”

Murti goes on to address additional con-cerns that have been raised to the health authority, including the use of chloraminated water by residents undergoing dialysis, noting “it is safe for kidney patients to drink and use…”

Regarding potential corrosion of infra-structure, Murti – who is expected to attend Monday’s White Rock council meeting to dis-cuss the issue further – writes that chlorami-nation can cause nitrifi-cation “if too much free ammonia is allowed to remain in the distribu-tion system,” which can result in corrosion and degradation of pipes and fixtures.

“The amount of free ammonia, pH and water temperature impact the growth of ammonia-oxidizing bacteria, and need to be monitored closely to prevent their growth, water nitrification and subsequent corrosion and degradation of the system,” Murti writes.

While Riley acknowl-edged that both sides of the debate tend to point to evidence garnered from bodies like Health Canada, the Envi-ronmental Protection Agency and the World Health Organization, “the problem is that anecdotal evidence, in the absence of good science, is all we have to go on.”

Describing the issue as “so much more than highrises,” Riley – who plans to speak at Mon-day’s rally – encour-aged all residents to get involved.

“I totally believe that everybody needs to be fully informed about the issue,” Riley said. “We need to have a really robust public debate about what’s going to be put in the water.”

Chloramine will need to be monitored: FH from page 1

news

File photoWhite Rock’s Merklin Street reservoir.

Book your eye exam today

to help fi nd relief!

Do you suffer from dry, red, watery eyes?

Serving the Peninsula for 30 years!

www.whiterockoptometry.com

102 - 1656 Martin Drive, White Rock

604-536-4999

*Optometric Corporation

Dr. Melanie C. Sherk* Dr. Cindy J. Anderson*Dr. Tracey A. Curry* Dr. Sally A. Donaldson*Dr. Natasha Grewal* Dr. Juliana Jarvis Dr. Kelsey Snow

CALL TODAY

778-855-9306 math4me.ca

Now 10 Locations to serve you!All academic subjects!$8-$15/hrGrades K to 12

AchieveBetter Gradeswith ourQUALITYTUTORING

RegisteredDenturist

Tanya Littleis dedicated

to your smile!(604) 538-3384envisiondenture.com

104-2055 152nd Street, Surreyand Implant Centre

Check us out atwww.

.com

www.peacearchnews.com 9 Peace Arch News Friday, January 8, 2016


Melissa Smalley Staff Reporter

The removal of several trees from the Merklin Street water reservoir site this week to make way for construction of the new reservoir left neigh-bouring residents “furious” and “disappointed.”

Fir Street resident Adena Martin was one of several area neighbours to call Peace Arch News about trees removed on Tuesday, and said she was shocked to see the “absolutely gorgeous trees” were gone.

“I came here to rent in this building specifically because when you look out those win-dows, it’s like looking out at your own backyard,” Martin said. “Now it’s one hell of a mess.”

White Rock city manager Dan Bottrill told PAN Wednes-day that several trees were taken down ahead of construc-tion of a new reservoir on the Merklin Street and North Bluff Road property.

“I can confirm that they did have to come down to make way for the new reservoir,” Bot-trill said, noting that although he didn’t have an exact number of trees, it was estimated at fewer than 10.

“We were able to save three

trees on the west property line by slightly adjusting the proj-ect.”

Charon Hunniford, who also lives adjacent to the property, told PAN she was “so furious” to come home Tuesday after-noon to find the trees gone, without any word of warning from the city.

“It’s so wrong for an elected member of our community to shut the doors to information coming in and out,” Hunniford said, likening this week’s tree removal to the recent clearing of the Marine Drive ‘hump.’

“They seem to think that they can do whatever they want.”

Bottrill said that renderings

of the new reservoir should be available online in the com-ing days, and the project will proceed with the demolition of the high-tower reservoir, fol-lowed by construction of the new one.

The project is expected to be completed by the end of the year.

Trees downed at reservoir siteNeighbours of Merklin Street lot upset by removal

news

Melissa Smalley photoSeveral trees were removed from the Merklin reservoir site Tuesday to make way for construction.

www.whiterockcity.ca

My City, My Water | What to Expect in 2016The City acquired the water utility from former owner/operator EPCOR on October 31, 2015. With the acquisition, water fees will now be reinvested directly into our community and will also give us direct control of our water system, allowing us to plan for the future.

Your First Bill from the City of White Rock – Late January/Early February

Starting this month, the City will send water bills directly to property owners in our community. Your bill will arrive on a quarterly basis; your fi rst bill will be for November and December 2015 only. Visit the city website, www.whiterockcity.ca/mywater to submit a pre-authorized debit form, fi nd out more options to pay your bill or about 2015 and 2016 water rates and comparisons.

The Total Water Quality Management Project: January 2015 – December 2016

The City is directed by the Fraser Health Authority (FHA) to implement a secondary form of water disinfection by June 2016. The work is necessary to treat the water supply and upgrade critical infrastructure in the White Rock system, and is a part of the City’s commitment to implement the Total Water Quality Management (TWQM) Project. The TWQM Project will add disinfection, infrastructure renewal, storage capacity upgrades and a modest level of system expansion for future growth.

The City will engage with the community in 2016 on options and considerations for the long-term treatment of arsenic and manganese that naturally occur in our water system.

Some jurisdictions that currently use chloramine in their water distribution system include Edmonton, Ottawa, Victoria (Capital Regional District), Saskatoon, parts of Toronto, Kitchener-Waterloo, Abbotsford, and St. John’s in Newfoundland and Labrador.

To fi nd out more information about the Total Quality Water Management Project, please visit the city website, www.whiterockcity.ca/mywater.

Disinfection of our distribution system

City staff and external expert advisors have recommended that chloramine is the solution that best meets our secondary treatment needs for our water system. The City of White Rock’s treatment needs differ from the surrounding municipalities as it is a groundwater system. Chloramine will be added to the water distribution system prior to the June 2016 date directed by the FHA. Chloramine is an effective and long-lasting disinfecting agent that is safe for drinking, cooking and bathing.

Why chloramine is the right secondary treatment option

FHA and Health Canada recognize chloramine as a safe disinfectant that reduces the formation of disinfection by-products and disease-causing organisms.Chloramine is a more stable and persistent disinfectant and it preserves the quality of the purifi ed water as it travels through the City’s vast water distribution system.

Chloramine reduces the taste and odour of chlorine in tap water. Chloramine has been used safely in municipalities across North America for over 75 years.

Infrastructure & storage capacity at Oxford & Merklin Sites

In January 2015, EPCOR started construction on the Oxford Street reservoir as part of the TWQM. The City continued the project and it is scheduled to be completed by January 2016. The addition of the reservoir at Oxford Street allows the City to comply with the FHA directive to provide secondary disinfection treatment of the White Rock water distribution system. The City of White Rock is upgrading the Merklin Street reservoir and adding a pump station facility. The project is underway and is scheduled to be completed by December 2016.

101–15261 Russell Ave.White Rock

604-531-9121Barrister & Solicitor

Question: My mother gave me an enduring power of attorney before

her Alzheimer’s wrecked her mind. I used the power of attorney to transfer to myself several hundreds of thousands of dollars which I invested in the USA. She has now died and her will names me as the executor. I had

been nervous about the money that I took but because I am the executor, no-one else can sue on behalf of the estate so I gured I don’t have any worries about claims by my sister and

my mom’s husband of 15 years. Am I home free?

Answer: See your doctor about some medication because your worries are just beginning. Firstly your sister or your

step-father can prevent you from becoming executor and get a court order to take over their duties. Then they can sue you for the money and put it back into the estate.

NEW CLIENTS WELCOME

604.531.5251 Open Monday-Saturday 10am-6pmClosed Sundays & Holidays

PETER’S SHOE REPAIR

Semiahmoo Shopping Centre

• Shoe Dying• Alterations

• Leather• Handbag Repairs

Specializing in:

Voted Best Shoe Repair shop in the community for over 14 years.

www.peacearchnews.comCheck us out on-line


perspectives…on the Semiahmoo Peninsula


For many people, retirement brings the opportunity to kick back and relax, enjoy a slower-paced life and spend

time doing the things you didn’t have time to do with a full-time career.

But for White Rock’s Anthony Wagemakers, his retirement from a health-care management position with the federal government 25 years ago meant the chance to share his expertise on an international level.

And after spending more than two decades volunteering to help revolutionize the health-care system in Thailand, the 81-year-old has received an honorary doctorate in medicine from the country’s Prince of Songkla University.

Wagemakers involvement overseas started with something many recent retirees experience after leaving their jobs – boredom.

“I thought, what was I going to do with my life?” Wagemakers recalled of the first few months after he retired at age 55. “My wife was still working and I was just sitting there twiddling my thumbs.”

He applied with a Canadian organization that sends volunteer consultants to developing countries around the world to provide social and economic expertise, and before long found himself travelling to Africa, South America and Eastern Europe.

It was on a visit to Thailand that Wagemakers was asked by a local research institution to conduct a thorough examination of the country’s hospitals; upon completing his review, he presented a number of recommendations addressing leadership, management of resources, safety and quality assurance.

With what he described as keen interest on the part of Thai officials in making improvements to the country’s health-care system, Wagemakers was recruited to spend four months of the year implementing his recommendations.

“At the time, we were living in Winnipeg, so we agreed to go for four months a year, but only in the winter,” he laughed.

Over the next two decades, Wagemakers helped to launch an non-governmental organization – Hospital Accreditation (HA) Thailand – which started with one full-time

and one part-time employee working out of a portable trailer.

Today, the organization employs 70 people at its headquarters in Bangkok – an entire floor in the ministry of public health’s building – and has another 200 employees at its sub-offices throughout the country.

The organization has been successful in accrediting more than half of the country’s approximately 400 hospitals and numerous health-care centres, with the remaining facilities currently working towards accreditation.

Of particular importance to Wagemakers during the development stage was focusing on Thai-specific standards by which the hospitals would be held to, which he described as “far more stringent” than Canadian standards.

“If we expected hospitals to abide by standards that were from the U.S. or Canada, the hospital would say, ‘that is OK for Canada, but we’re a different culture and system here,’” he explained.

The difference in health care over the past

two decades is quite distinct, Wagemakers said.

“The greatest impact has been the relationship between the health-care provider and the patient,” he said. “Now, the hospitals are very patient-focused, not system-focused.”

Though he was instrumental in helping to bring about these improvements, Wagemakers said he was taken aback when he learned he was to be presented with an honorary doctorate.

He and his wife, Betty – along with his son, Michael and daughter, Juliana – travelled to Thailand in November for the ceremony, which was attended by the country’s prime minister and princess.

“Over a 20-year period, I thought I had made just as many enemies, but I guess I really made a lot of friends,” he said. “It is nice to be recognized, even if the contribution I made was really small.

“Really, it was the people of Thailand who did it – I just happened to be there at a time that they were ready to make some changes to their system.”

Melissa Smalley photoAnthony Wagemakers holds up the honorary doctorate in medicine diploma he received from Thailand’s Prince of Songkla University. Right, Wagemakers with his son, Michael, and daughter, Juliana, at the November ceremony.

Anthony Wagemakers lauded for health-care work

Honourroll

Contributed photo

Try it on for size. Call today and book your

FREE Beltone 360º

Hearing Evaluation™.

Call today to schedule your FREE hearing screening! We believe your hearing is too important to trust just anyone. Its crucial to choose a qualifi ed provider who off ers award-winning technology along with compassionate care like Beltone.You always get more more care, more benefi ts and more guarantees, including:FREE lifetime care a Beltone exclusiveFREE annual check-upsLost, stolen or damaged coverage. A wide variety of models over 80 options Virtually invisible stylesAll at prices that fi t your hearing loss, lifestyle and budget.

Our free Beltone 360˚ Hearing Evaluation™, conducted by certifi ed hearing specialists, will show if hearing aids are right for you. If they are, we’ll help you fi nd a hearing solution that fi ts your needs, your lifestyle and your budget.

Beltone, the clear choice for quality sound.

778-903-7070778-370-3007

#250 - 2411 160th St.Mon. - Fri. 9 AM - 5 PM. Sat by Appointment.

Ask about our In-Home Service

$899Starting from


Take the Plunge!Henry Ford said it best

when he remarked, “If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got.” What will you plunge into in 2016?

Jan. 1 dawned clear and bright – the perfect start to a brand new year. By noon, the temperature had risen to a still-brisk two degrees – just in time for a surge of locals to greet a new year by taking the plunge into the icy waters of Semiahmoo Bay at Rotary-organizer John’s air-horn blasted signal.

The 46th annual White Rock Polar Bear Swim proved to be another resoundingly successful community event. Sponsored by the five Peninsula Rotary Clubs and the City of White Rock, Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue, Sources (South Surrey/White Rock Food Bank), Minuteman Press and St. John Ambulance, also lent their vital support.

Hot dogs, coffee and hot chocolate were available for purchase throughout and after

the event, and music and a giant polar bear mascot posed for photos, adding to the carnival-like atmosphere. What a wonderful example of how to charge into the new year with

guts and enthusiasm!Why not choose to

be a gift to the world in 2016? When you join with Rotary, good things happen. You’ll make new friends and be a part of your community. Rotary is a worldwide organization of more than 1.2 million like-minded people, dedicated to providing humanitarian service and building goodwill and peace in the world. We give back

to both our local community and the global community, each member contributing according to their abilities. We raise and donate money to various causes, and we have hands-on work projects, so that everyone can be involved.

All Rotary clubs embrace five different avenues of service, which are the foundation of club activity. They are: club service; vocational service; community

service; international service; and youth service.

Why not follow the brave example of our local Polar Bear swimmers and take the plunge into Rotary this year? Not nearly as icy-cold, we’d love to have you join us. Everyone is welcome and with five clubs meeting on the Semiahmoo Peninsula – each on a different day and time, with different service projects and personalities – you’re sure to find a group that fits your schedule and gets you involved in something you care about.

Interested? Here’s when and where we meet:Monday:

Peace Arch Rotary – noon, at Hazelmere Golf & Country Club, 18150 8 Ave. www.peacearchrotary.caTuesday:

White Rock Rotary – noon, at Rotary Fieldhouse, 14600 Rotary Way (South Surrey Athletic Field 2197 148 St.) www.whiterockrotary.org

White Rock Peninsula Rotary – 6:30 p.m. dinner, at Pacific Inn, 1160 King George Blvd. http://www.wrpeninsula.comWednesday:

South Surrey Rotary – 7 a.m. breakfast, at The Pantry Restaurant, 101–1812 152 St. http://portal.clubrunner.ca/261Thursday:

Semiahmoo Rotary – 7 a.m. breakfast, at Rotary Fieldhouse, 14600 Rotary Way http://semiahmoorotary.org

Just in time for tax season, Semiahmoo Rotary presents De-Mystifying the TFSA in Retirement Planning. This free community information presentation will take place Jan. 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Rotary Fieldhouse, 14600 Rotary Way.

A visiting industry expert will compare and contrast the TFSA and RRSP as two powerful retirement-funding tools. Space is limited – contact Linda to reserve your seat, [email protected] or 604-542-2223.

Brenda Gibson writes monthly on behalf of the Semiahmoo Peninsula’s five Rotary Clubs – [email protected]

lifestyles

Brenda Gibson

rotary roundup

Local clubs embrace various types of service

Take leap into rotary in ‘16

Tracy Holmes photoNew Year’s Day revellers take a dip in Semiahmoo Bay during the rotary-hosted Polar Bear Swim.

SAVE THE DATEMay 14, 2016

Experience the Golden Age of Las Vegas at the all-new, reinvention of the Peace Arch Hospital Gala.

pahfoundation.ca/gala

15521 Russell Avenue White Rock, BC V4B 2R4 T 604.535.4520

peacearchfoundation pahfoundation www.pahfoundation.ca

Tax-Free Savings Account3 Year Escalator Cashable Term Deposit

Talk to us today!1.888.440.4480prospera.ca

*Effective yield: 2.038%. Interest compounds annually and may pay out to a demand account. Rates subject to change without notice. Limited time offer. Some conditions apply. See branch for complete details.

Ask the EXPERT

village health clinicnaturopathic medical & midwifery careLocated in Panorama Village at 152nd & Hwy. #10

www.villagehealthclinic.ca604.575.7275

Dr. Brian GulvicNaturopathic PhysicianFamily Doctors Specializing in Diet, Nutrition and Natural Therapies

Bio identical hormones replacement therapy (BHRT) involves the treatment of hormone deficiencies using hormones that are identical to those naturally produced in the body. Conventional hormone therapy on the other hand, uses hormones that have been chemically altered so

that they can be patented and sold as a drug. It is this chemically altered drug form of hormone therapy that has received much negative attention regarding the side effects associated with hormone therapy.The goal of bio identical hormones replacement therapy (BHRT) is to achieve a natural hormone balance in the body resulting in symptom relief and improved well being without the side effects. BHRT is used to treat a variety of hormone deficiencies such as menopause, peri-menopause, hypothyroidism, and adrenal deficiencies. It can also be used to facilitate weight loss and treat infertility, endometriosis, heavy menstrual bleeding, menstrual cramping, premenstrual syndrome, low libido, depression, anxiety, insomnia, fibromyalgia, and chronic fatigue. Bio identical hormones are made using natural ingredients and available by prescription from local pharmacies.I have over 15 years of experience using BHRT. Your first appointment with me will involve a comprehensive consultation, lab work and physical exam. I will present dietary, nutritional and lifestyle options that will help you achieve hormone balance in the long term and bio identical hormone replacement therapy options to provide more immediate results.

What is Bio Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy?Q

A.

7377360


lifestyles


Bird enthusiasts from around the Semiahmoo Peninsula and beyond were treated to a few surprise appearances this week, during the National Audubon Society’s Christmas Bird Count.

More than 100 volunteers turned up to take part in the annual event Jan. 3, according to local co-ordinator Viveka Ohman, who said the count has been taking place across North America for more than 100 years.

This year’s local count saw a total of 130 species of birds and waterfowl accounted for, which Ohman described as “on the higher end of what we’d normally get,” an increase she attributed to the help the group received from Mother Nature.

“We had the weather in our favour to be able to spot all of them,” Ohman said. “It wasn’t pouring rain, it wasn’t snowing and there wasn’t any wind.”

Among the notable sightings were reports of a dipper, which Ohman said was spotted heading towards north Surrey; an orange crown warbler at a counter’s backyard feeder; and a least sandpiper and a rusty blackbird – the latter two, Ohman noted, were “both unusual at this time of year.”

In Campbell Valley Regional Park, four species of owls were spotted, Ohman said, including great horned, barred, barn and saw-whet owls.

When the fog cleared near the water, Ohman said a large number of ruddy ducks were also spotted in the bay.

Ohman said she was “so impressed” with the outcome of this year’s count, noting that the data collected by volunteers is forwarded to the Audubon Society, where it will be studied by experts in the field.

“Though it is citizen science, and it is an estimate only, it gives scientists an idea of population trends

and migratory movements,” Ohman said. “It helps them with conservation plans and things like that.”

According to statistics online at www.audobon.org, last year’s bird count set a new record in Canada, with 460 counts taking place across the country – 22 more than the previous year – with a record 305 species accounted for.

For Ohman, the local count marked the end of an era for the longtime volunteer – she has co-ordinated the count every year since 1998 – who has decided this year would be her last in charge.

Anyone interested in filling her shoes can get in touch with her via email, [email protected], or by calling 604-531-3401.

Bird count numbers upGood weather a boon for volunteers who spotted 130 species

Peter Candido photoThis barred owl, clutching a black rat, was spotted in Kwomais Point Park Jan. 3.

TOPICS: “ARE YOU AN EXECUTOR?”“DOES YOUR ESTATE HAVE AN EXECUTOR”?

• The Executor’s Role • Estate Issues• Final Wishes • Away from Home Protection

•Protecting your Family

Light refreshments will be provided

To register call

Sherry Cameron 778-838-0735email: [email protected]

or

Colleen Bujak 778-549-6434 email: [email protected]

JOIN US FOR A FREE PRESENTATION:

ESTATE AND EXECUTORSHIP JANUARY 14, 2016 • 10:00am or 6:00pm

Victory Memorial Park 14831 28 Ave, Surrey

Registration is Required for Complimentary Admission

VICTORY MEMORIAL PARK

We’ll help you get BALANCE

in your life with the Biodex Balance System

604-541-9245

“Where Doctors Go”

15125 Russell Avenue, White Rock

Patrick P. Embley, PhysiotherapistBScPT, BA, FCAMPT, RCEP_ACSM, CGIMS

Arthritis, Orthopedics & IMS

Kevin Perras, PhysiotherapistBScPT

Physiotherapist, Orthopedics, Pre and Post-Surgical Rehabilitation & IMS

Vinod Kumar, PhysiotherapistK.V., MPT

Registered Physiotherapist

Nathan Santos, PhysiotherapistMPT, BA

Registered PhysiotherapistNEW PATIENTS WELCOME -NO REFERRAL REQUIRED

OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEKMONDAY TO SATURDAY

For assessment and treatment of all

balance related issues, including concussion

management, see one of our

professsionals today.

LEARN MORE AT OUR UPCOMING DISCOVERY NIGHT:TUESDAY, JANUARY 12TH | 7pm

Start a Travel Business with Expedia®

RSVP TODAY (604) 542 74471659 - 128th St., White Rock

www.joinecsc.com/OceanPark

If you have an entrepreneurial mindset, enjoy building relationships & love planning dream vacations, a career

as a Vacation Consultant could be right for you!

BC Reg 52153


lifestylesFriday

Hot luncheon for those 55+ at White Rock Baptist Church, 1657 140 St., Jan. 22, 12 p.m. featuring performance by Christine Schaffrick & Crooner Billy Bennet. Must RSVP by Jan. 20, 604-531-2344.

White Rock Com-munity Centre hosts bridge every Friday at 1 p.m. Call 604-536-3463 for more info.

Partners Bridge at Centennial Arena, 14600 North Bluff Rd., Fridays at 6:45 p.m. Come join a friendly group for an evening of bridge in the con-ference room.

Saturday White Rock Chamber Music Jan.

9, 7:30 p.m. at Crescent Gardens Retirement Residence, 1222 King George Blvd. Admission $5, every-

one welcome. White Rock Baptist Youth pres-

ents an evening of classical music, by donation. Jan. 23, 7 p.m., 1657 140 St., 604-531-2344.

Star of the Sea Flea Market, Feb. 6, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 15262 Pacific Ave.,

[email protected]

Come Share Around the Table a new pro-gram at Seniors Come Share Society, offering a chance to meet new people, cook and learn about nutrition. The

second and fourth Saturday of the month. Sign up by calling 604-531-9400, ext. 205.

White Rock Community Orches-tra meets Saturdays and has open-ings for double bass and string players (especially violinists and violists). Would welcome wood-wind and brass as well. Contact Don, 604-507-0560 or email papa-

[email protected] www.whiter-ockcommunityorchestra.org

Sunday White Rock Toastmasters by

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

Monday Semiahmoo Guild of Needlearts

meets at White Rock Library, 15342 Buena Vista Ave., 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. first and third Monday of each month. Info: 604-541-3717.

Knitting Circle at Alexandra Neighbourhood House, 2916 McBride Ave., Mondays 10 a.m.-12 p.m. All ages and experience levels welcome. 604-535-0015 ext. 236.

Breast Cancer Peer-Support Group meets the first and third Monday, 7-9 p.m. at Crescent Gar-dens, 1222 King George Blvd.

datebook

[email protected]


Don’t forget, 2015 parking decals expired December 31. Pay Parking decals for 2016 cost $42 plus GST. They can be purchased at various City facilities during their regular hours of operation.

To qualify for a pay parking decal you must be a resident of the City of White Rock. Please provide:

• A valid driver’s licence with your White Rock address.

• Your current valid owner’s certifi cate of insurance (ICBC) and vehicle licence showing the same address as your driver’s licence (White Rock address).

For more parking information, call Parking Services at 604.541.2148. Centennial Arena decals go on sale in February 2016.

NOTE: Veterans park for free for up to four hours in White Rock with their veteran licence plates – no parking decal is required!

Pick Up Your 2016 Pay Parking Decals!

Next Week

All meetings will be held in the City Hall Council Chambers, 15322 Buena Vista Avenue unless otherwise noted.

January 11, 20167:00 p.m. Regular Council Meeting

Call for Civic Grant ApplicationsSubmission Deadline: All applications must be received by 4:30 p.m., February 1, 2016.

The City of White Rock is accepting applications for the 2016 Civic Grants. Annually, City Council awards a limited amount of funds to recipients performing work in the community that benefi ts White Rock residents or builds on community partnerships, thereby raising awareness of our City by the Sea and strengthening civic pride.

The City also offers supplementary funding to support and develop new or expanded arts and culture events through the Arts and Culture Project Grant. The intent of the grant is to fi nancially support local artists, arts and culture organizations that promote the spirit of celebration in White Rock.

If you are interested in applying for a grant, both the application and associated policy are available on the City’s website at www.whiterockcity.ca/grants.

Alternatively, please visit the Financial Services Department at White Rock City Hall, 15322 Buena Vista Avenue, White Rock, B.C., from Monday – Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. For further information, please contact 604-541-2100.

Public Information Meeting1293 Best Street and 15374-82 Roper Avenue

Hosted by Applicant

The City of White Rock has received an application to amend the Offi cial Community Plan land use designation for the properties located at 1293 Best Street and 15374 and 15382 Roper Avenue from ‘Multi-Unit Residential (Medium Density)’ to ‘Multi-Unit Residential (High Density)’ and rezone the properties from ‘RS-1 One Unit Residential Zone’ to ‘CD-54 Comprehensive Development Zone’ to allow a four-storey, 28-unit residential development with one level of underground parking. A Major Development Permit is required for the form and character of the development. City staff will be in attendance to monitor the meeting and to report back to Council on the meeting.

Date: Wednesday January 13, 2016

Time: 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Location: Centennial Park Leisure Centre Hall, 14600 North Bluff Avenue, White Rock

Join Today! Get the Most Out of Your Recreation Services!

2016 Membership can be purchased at the Centennial Arena, the White Rock Community Centre, or the Kent Street Activity Centre.

Reduced course feesSave on most programs, workshops and day trips.

Priority registrationPopular programs tend to fi ll up quickly.Members enjoy early registration on courses.

Call for hours of operation: 604.541.2199 or fi nd us online: https://webreg.whiterockcity.ca

VISIT OUR SHOWROOM OR CALL TODAY!

BEST PRICE | BEST QUALITY | BEST SERVICE

#103-15585 24th Ave., South Surrey • 604.542.5577

LOOKING FOR SOLID WOODCABINETRY AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE DIRECT FROM THE MANUFACTURER?

FREESTAINLESS STEEL

UNDERMOUNTSINK

($399 VALUE) WITHPURCHASE OF CABINETSOVER $3000 OR COUNTER

TOPS OVER $2000

CUSTOM PIECESALSO

AVAILABLE

WE OFFER FREE PERSONALIZED DESIGNS CATERING TO EVERY WE OFFER FREE PERSONALIZED DESIGNS CATERING TO EVERY BUDGET FROM SMALL RENOVATIONS TO COMPLETE REDESIGN BUDGET FROM SMALL RENOVATIONS TO COMPLETE REDESIGN

FOR YOUR DREAM KITCHEN OR BATHROOM.FOR YOUR DREAM KITCHEN OR BATHROOM.AT COWRY KITCHEN WE CARE! LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED.AT COWRY KITCHEN WE CARE! LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED.

*Some conditions apply


datebookTuesday

Mixed Singles Over Sixty – friendship and fun with lunch out the second Tuesday of each month. Dinners, pub nights, golf, dancing, movies and more. Call Ted at 604-541-1692 or Norval at 604-542-9923.

Tao Healing Group teaches sim-ple but powerful self-healing tech-niques, Tuesdays 7 p.m. at Surrey City Centre Library, 10350 University Dr. No experience necessary. By donation. 778-379-9920.

Mental Health Meet & Greet at Peace Arch Hospital, 5th floor, outside mental-health unit. 6:30-8 p.m. every Tuesday. Information and support for families and friends of persons with a mental illness. Info 604-541-6844.

Newcomers Club is an organiza-tion that welcomes women new to the White Rock/South Surrey area, or who have experienced a signifi-cant life change in the last three years. Meetings first Tuesday of the month at Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 2350 148 St. Next meeting Feb. 2, 6:30 p.m.

White Rock Laughter Club meets the last Tuesday of the month at White Rock Library, 15342 Buena Vista Ave., 7 p.m. No experience necessary, bring water and a friend. Info: 604-536-9049.

Wednesday White Rock Elks invite you to

enjoy the toe-tapping music of Pride of Erin, Jan. 6, 4-6 p.m., 1469 George St. Info: 604-538-4016.

HUB safe-cycling network meets first Wednesday of the month at Newton Senior Centre, 13755 70 Ave. at 7 p.m. Upcoming meetings: Jan. 6, Feb. 3 and March 1.

White Rock Farmers’ Market

Annual General Meeting, Jan. 20, 7-9 p.m. at White Rock Library (upstairs room) 15342 Buena Vista Ave. whiterockfarmersmarket.ca

Heritage Walking Tours at White Rock Museum and Archives, 14970

Marine Dr., Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Info: 604-541-2221.

Women’s Probus Club of White Rock/South Surrey meets last Wednesday of month 1:30-3:30 p.m. at White Rock Baptist, 1657 140 St.

With a bang

Leo Le Couteur photoThe first moments of 2016 were celebrated with a colourful display, at a cul-de-sac near 10 Avenue and 164 Street, where neighbours gathered to toast with champagne and enjoy some fireworks Jan. 1.

15231–16 AVENUE, SURREY, 604-541-7550 604-541-7550 || www.saveonscooters.cawww.saveonscooters.ca

SaveSave oonn ScootersAND MEDICAL EQUIPMENTAND MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

NEW & USED • SALES & RENTALS • SERVICE & REPAIR

• PAY NO TAXES

• FREE LOCAL DELIVERY

• SCOOTERS • WALKERS

• LIFT CHAIRS• WHEEL CHAIRS

• BATHROOM SAFETY

EQUIPMENT

CLEARANCE!C“Why Buy a Scooter AnywhereElse?”

HUGE SAVINGS ON IN-STOCK MERCHANDISEEHUGEH E SAVINGS ON INEHUGEE SAVINGS EHUGE

Call Us About OurWinter Move-In Specials

Affordable Retirement Living by the Sea

1183 Maple Street, White Rock, B.C.

For tours and information call 604.250.3422www.retirementconcepts.com

• Complimentary taxi shuttle seven days a week within 10 km• Three home cooked meals daily

• Weekly housekeeping and fl at linen service• Newly renovated suites and common areas

• Short term stays available


Tom FletcherBlack Press

Medical Services Plan

premiums, electricity bills and vehicle insurance rates are

up in 2016, reviving criticism of the B.C. government’s constant

boast about keeping taxes low.

MSP premiums are

up to $150 from $144 as of Jan. 1, for a family of three earning more

than $30,000 a year. For a single person in the same income group, the rate goes to $75 from $72, with lower rates for lower incomes down to $22,000 a year, where premiums drop to zero.

B.C. is now the only province in Canada with a health-care fee, and it has risen about 40 per cent since 2010. Premier Christy Clark has defended the fee as a signal to citizens about the enormous cost of providing health care.

BC Hydro rates have been politically dictated since Clark and Energy Minister Bill Bennett intervened to cap rate increases in 2013. Hydro rates jumped nine per cent in 2014, followed by annual increases of six, four, 3.5 and three per cent in the 10-year rate plan. Starting with the proposed four per cent increase in 2016, the independent B.C. Utilities Commission (BCUC) is reviewing if rate increases can be lower than what is capped in the rate plan.

Insurance Corporation of B.C. basic vehicle insurance went up by 5.5 per cent on Nov. 1, an increase still subject to review by the BCUC. That works

out to an increase of $3.70 per month added for the average driver.

ICBC had proposed a 6.7 per cent increase to cover increasing costs of personal injury claims and fraud, but the province gave it permission for a one-time transfer of $450 million from its optional insurance business to subsidize the basic rate.

In a year-end interview, NDP leader John Horgan stopped short of promising to eliminate MSP premiums, but called it a “regressive tax” that would be part of a broad review of B.C. taxation fairness if he wins the 2017 election.

The Canadian Taxpayers’ Federation says the people who benefit from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s promised middle-class tax cut will see most of those savings eaten up by provincial and municipal tax increases.

Trudeau vowed to reduce the federal income tax bracket between $45,282 and $90,563 to 20.5 per cent from 22 per cent, and increase the rate for income over $200,000 to 33 per cent from 29 per cent.

Hydro, ICBC, MSP fees set to increase in 2016news


More drivers were willing to pay to use the Golden Ears Bridge in 2015.

TransLink reported a more than 15 per cent increase in bridge tolls collected there for the first nine months of the year.

The transportation authority is now forecasting it will collect $48.7 million in Golden Ears tolls for all of 2015, up nearly $5.2 million from what it budgeted, and it anticipates further growth of 4.1 per cent in 2016.

The toll was increased in July to $3.10 per crossing for users with the TReO decal ($4.35 for unregistered users) and a similar increase for inflation is expected in 2016.

Meanwhile, the tolling equipment at the Golden Ears is slated for replacement at a cost of $5 million in 2016 even though

the bridge is only six and a half years old. TransLink’s capital budget cites “obsolescence and end of service life” for the need to replace the roadside technology and back office systems.

Growth in traffic over the bridge in part reflects an increase in driving in general within Metro Vancouver as well as a rise in vehicles purchased, according to TransLink.

That also helped boost TransLink’s take from its 17-cent-a-litre gas tax – that was up about $8 million or 3.1 per cent in the first nine months of the year.

TransLink is benefitted from lower fuel and power costs and it projects fuel savings will increase in 2016 due to lower diesel prices and increased use of natural gas buses.

TransLink also plans to spend $900,000 in 2016 to study mobility pricing.

Golden Ears use saw boost in 2015

We reserve the right to limit quantities. Limited quantity specials require a $10 min. family purchase excluding limited quantity specials & tobacco products. Some items are subject to GST and plus deposit/eco fees where applicable.

HOURS: Monday - Friday: 8am - 6:30pm • Saturday: 8am - 6pm • Sunday & Holidays: 9am - 6pm

Hillcrest Mall - 1405 Johnston Road, White Rock Prices Effective: Sunday, January 10th - Saturday, January 16th, 2016

Mastercard

VISA

WESTERN CANADIAN OWNED & OPERATED.

We c

arry a large selection of

BRITISH ITEMS

ArnoldBreadSelectedVarieties680 g

ChickenDrumsticks

AmbrosiaApples

Grown in BCExtra Fancy

4.37/kg

2.82/kg

128lb 38¢

ea

LeanGround

Beef

9.88/kg

448lb

CodFillets

198/100 g

Boneless Pork ButtRoast

Capicola StyleVacuum Pack

7.67/kg

348lb

Organic NavelOranges

Grown California

228ea198

lb

BunchSpinach

Grown in California

Beef Rib EyeSteaks

Imported

19.80/kg

898lb

Fresh Fresh

ianaaan n ita aata iiaalllI a aaata ataa iItIItataaalliiannnnnnanwiwwwwwK wwwwiiiKKKKKKiiwwiwKKiKiKiKiwKiiwwiwiiwiiiwiwi

portedrtepImmpoop tmportedpo trteImmmppporttrt deedd

OrganicAvocadosGrown inMexico

Fresh

BUY-

LOW FOOD

S BUY-

LOW FOOD

S

1966 YEARS 2016

YOU CAN’T BUY BETTER

Giveaway!

AN

NIVERSARY

PepperidgeFarm GoldfishCrackers &SnacksSelected Varieties168 g - 227 g

UNBEATABLE SAVINGS

$385,000 in prizes &discounts!

Celebrate 50 Yearswith over

MD/®

Red RoseTea BagsOrange PekoePkg. of 144

FolgersCoffeeSelected Varieties292 g - 326 g

UNBEATABLE SAVINGS

UNBEATABLE SAVINGS

FREEBUY 1 GET 1

same item of equal or lesser value

FREEBUY 1 GET 1


Limit 2

FREEBUY 1 GET 1

same item of equal or lesser valueFREE FREE

BUY 1 GET 1

same item of equal or lesser valueFREE

$73for

FreshFresh

Made Daily

In-Store

$73for

Uncle Ben’sFast & Fancy Rice

Selected Varieties165 g

FREEBUY 1 GET 1


BUY MEand receive a

BONUSTICKET!

www.peacearchnews.com 17Peace Arch News Friday, January 8, 2016 www.peacearchnews.com 17 Peace Arch News Friday, January 8, 2016

Tom FletcherBlack Press

Dan Brooks has announced his resigna-tion as B.C. Conserva-tive leader, with no successor in sight.

Brooks issued a state-ment Monday saying he is refocusing on his family and business after serving as “vol-unteer leader” of the troubled party since April 2014.

The party holds its annual general meeting in Richmond Feb. 20, where Brooks will offi-cially step down.

Brooks toured B.C. in November, speaking confidently about can-didate recruitment for the 2017 B.C. election and the need for an alternative to the B.C. Liberals and the NDP.

Brooks, who runs a guide outfitting busi-ness near Vanderhoof, was one of the party

directors who expelled or censured 15 party members – includ-ing South Surrey’s Dr. Allison Patton, who later received an apol-ogy letter from the party’s board of direc-tors – after they tried to oust former leader John Cummins in 2012. Brooks took over from Cummins after the 2013 election that saw

the B.C. Liberals re-elected under Premier Christy Clark despite the harmonized sales tax debacle she had inherited.

The B.C. Conserva-tives were briefly rep-resented in the B.C. legislature in 2012 after Duncan, a long-time Reform and Conserva-tive MP, assisted in the defection of Abbotsford

South MLA John van Dongen from the B.C. Liberal Party. But van Dongen would soon resign from that party as well, sitting as an independent until he was ousted in 2013 by B.C. Liberal Darryl Plecas.

Clark is preparing to call two by-elections for seats left vacant after the October fed-eral vote, Vancouver-Mount Pleasant and Coquitlam-Burke Mountain.

newsDan Brooks resigns to focus on family, business

Conservatives seek leader

File photoDan Brooks speaks at the legislature last March.

and Implant Centre

DENTURE SOLUTIONS TO FIT YOUR NEEDS AND YOUR BUDGET ... CALL TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOUR FREE NO OBLIGATION CONSULTATION

(604) 538-3384 | envisiondenture.com | 104-2055 152nd Street, Surrey BC

Happy New Smile!

Tanyal Little and Gordon Brown, Registered Denturists

• Complete/Partial Dentures • Affordable Denture Implant Solutions

• Reline, Rebase, Repair• Digital Denture Technology for Precision Fitting

ARTHRITIS EDUCATION EVENTS: WHITE ROCK1. UNDERSTANDING ARTHRITISGet a clear picture of what is really happening in your body when we talk about Arthritis. This will aid you in understanding the importance of self managementt (pain management, medications, exercise and complementary therapies, etc.) and learn about the many tools and aids you can use to make life easier. We will also discuss the various programs and services available to you in the community.

DATE: Tuesday, January 12, 2016 | TIME: 1:30pm-3:30pm

2. MANAGING CHRONIC PAINImprove your understanding of the principles of pain management and its treatments, explore different methods to cope with chronic pain and learn how to take an active role in your own pain management. Remember: “No Pain, No Gain” doesn’t apply when you have arthritis!DATE: Tuesday, February 9, 2016 | TIME: 1:30pm-3:30pm

3. EXERCISE CONTROL OVER ARTHRITISStaying physically active is key to managing arthritis to maintain joint mobility, muscle strength, and cardiovascular health. This presentation talks about the benefits of exercise and some of the options to keep moving.DATE: Tuesday, March 8, 2016| 1:30pm-3:30pm

4. TIPS, TRICKS AND TOOLS TO MANAGE YOUR JOINTSArthritis can make daily activities difficult and painful. This interactive workshop shares information about the many tools, gadgets and techniques to help make daily tasks easier to do. Learn tips to help you reduce pain and the impact of arthritis on your activities.DATE: Tuesday, April 12, 2016 | TIME: 1:30pm-3:30pm

www.arthritis.ca We acknowledge the financial assistance of the Province of British Columbia

ALL FOUR PROGRAMS ARE FREE AND TAKE PLACE AT:Centre for Active Living, 1475 Anderson Street, White Rock

TO REGISTER FOR ONE OR ALL FOUR POGRAMS PLEASE CALL 604.541.2199 or register online at www.whiterockcity.ca or in person at the Centre

Mike Grahame & Tyson Angus

HomeLife Benchmark Realty [email protected]

AngusMMike G

FREEMarket

Evaluation

Call Mike or TysonCall Mike or Tysonat 604-531-1111at 604-531-1111

Personal Real Estate Corp.Personal Real Estate Corp.

215 - 15850 24th Avenue

604-542-5203

Join Peace Arch News on Facebook and receive local news updates online.Visit peacearchnews.com and click on the Facebook link.

And don't forget to follow us on Twitter, too, for regular tweets. @PeaceArchNews

We want you to ‘like’ us.



The dramatic dive in the loonie that has put the brakes on cross-border shopping and driven up the cost of U.S. imports is far from over, according to the Business Council of B.C.

The council predicts the Canadian dollar will continue its slide down through the 70-cent threshold before bottoming out at around 67 cents U.S.

“All the pressure on the dollar is down and I think it’s got further to fall,” said BCBC executive vice-president Jock Finlayson, who expects the loonie to languish between 67 and 75 cents for the rest of this decade, barring a major rebound in energy prices.

“I think we’re in a world where the Canadian dollar is going to stay quite low for as far as the eye can see.”

The impacts of the spectacular currency swing will be felt much more strongly in 2016, he said.

The loonie’s descent from the heights of three years ago – when it was above par – to

below 72 cents today already translates into savage math for anyone buying U.S.-priced goods: it costs Canadians roughly 40 cents more to convert each U.S. dollar than it did in late 2012.

The loonie’s “stunning” drop is the steepest decline of any three-year period.

“It’s an enormous shift in buying power,” Finlayson said. “We’re significantly poorer in a global sense.”

Border crossingsNowhere has the swoon

been more apparent than at the border, where long lines

of B.C. shoppers once headed south for U.S. bargains.

In November, fewer than 600,000 Canadians entered Washington State at the five Lower Mainland border crossings, according to Canada Border Services Agency data. That’s a 34 per cent drop from more than

900,000 in the same month of 2013, and Canadian trips were down 50 per cent at the Aldergrove crossing.

It’s good news for many

retailers as B.C. shoppers increasingly spend money at home – retail sales are up nearly six per cent.

“It depends on what you’re selling and where you’re located,” Finlayson said. “South of the Fraser and the Fraser Valley was the epicentre of where retail dollars were leaking across the border.”

Meanwhile, the number of U.S. visitors heading north is up 16 per cent year-over-year at the Peace Arch border crossing, as Americans discover how much further their greenback goes here.

Finlayson said 2015 was already a strong year for tourism and that’s likely to get even better next year with the low dollar, cheaper gas and a recovering U.S. economy.

Winners and losersThe ‘we’ Finalyson refers to

is the B.C. economy – which is expected to gain overall from the low dollar – but he is quick to point out there will be winners and losers.

The main losers are B.C. consumers.

Even if you never jet off to a U.S. vacation you can expect to pay more for anything that comes from the States.

“It’s everything from fruits and vegetables through to pharmaceuticals, consumer electronics and vehicles.”

Importers of U.S. goods could suffer, and businesses that need to buy imported machinery and technology from the U.S. may struggle to invest at the same pace.

On the other hand, B.C. exporters who sell products or services in U.S. dollars should gain from the low currency.

B.C. bargain pricedForeigners, from students to

investors, will find Canada a bargain.

Finlayson notes a Chinese student deciding which North American university to attend will now find a Canadian one costs them about 30 per cent less after the currency conversion than when the dollar was above par.

The same applies for real estate buyers from the U.S. or China with their sights set on B.C. property.

“Canada is on sale, big time,” Finlayson said. “We are certainly seeing foreign money flowing into the real estate market, not just on the residential side but it’s also happening with commercial.”

businessLowly loonie brings winners and losers: BCBC

Dollar to dive through 70 cents

Jock FinlaysonBusiness Council

Sign Me Up! Sign Me Up!Sign Me Up!

WHITE ROCK ELKS1469 George Street, White Rock

604-538-4016www.whiterockelks.ca

Free wifi !

1708 - 152nd St., WHITE ROCK • 604-531-7879www.peninsularunners.com

JANUARY 2016 RUN CLINICS10K CLINIC:Walk, Learn to Run,

Run Easy & Fun Faster

Starts January 12 @ 6:30pm

• 14 Coached Workouts• 10% store discount +

5% loyalty• Exclusive shopping events

ALL FOR ONLY $90or $7 Drop-in

MARATHON AND HALF

MARATHON CLINIC

• 17 week Coached training program $125

• Mon & Wed @ 6:30pm, Sat @7:00am

• 10% store discount + 5% loyalty• Exclusive shopping events• Yearly membership savings

option

Registration / Start DateMonday, Jan. 18, 2016 - 7:00 pm

Semiahmoo Secondary Music Room1785 - 148th St., South Surrey

10 sessions $100 Cash or personal cheque only

[email protected] 604-538-5456

Choir directed by Dave Proznick“All singers welcome – no previous experience necessary – the focus of this group is SINGING FOR THE JOY OF IT! “ Three- and four-part singing, all varied styles of music.

A great inclusive fun group that you are sure to enjoy.

White Rock Singers Community Choir White Rock Singers Community Choir Spring Session Is Back!Spring Session Is Back!


Sign Me Up! Sign Me Up!Sign Me Up!

Pregnant or post-partum? Struggling with your mood/anxiety

or just feeling overwhelmed?Join us, a Psychiatrist and Counsellor

for any of 7 Seminars on such topics as:Being the best Mom, dealing with moods,

guilt & relationships, couple communication & returning to work.

Cost: $60/2 hour Seminar First one Tuesday, January 26, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

[email protected] or 604-226-2866#209 1548 Johnston Road, White Rock

NOW REGISTERING FOR JANUARY!

Drama classes are a great way to nurture those performing skills and help improve self confi dence in public speaking. Plus, it’s fun!

[email protected]

• Drama Classes • Drama Classes • Film/TV Auditioning• Film/TV Auditioning• Glee Club • Glee Club • Musical Theatre• Musical Theatre

www.thedramaclass.com

AGES 4 TO ADULT

P: 604-614-3340E: [email protected]

In-home Piano, Guitar, Violin, Voice & Drum Lessons by qualifi ed, enthusiastic teachers

in South Surrey.

Meditationin South Surrey

7pm • Everyone Welcome! • Just Drop by!

Ocean Park Library 12854 - 17th Avenue

www.dorjechang.ca [email protected]

FREE CLASS!on Wednesday, January 13

@@ j gg

Dorjechang Kadampa Buddhist Centre

Registered Charity #802509349RR0001

Let’s make 2016 your best year yet!

Call for your FREE trialExpires 1/31/2016

604-385-3100 3268 King George Blvd. mathnasium.ca/southsurrey


Denny: Yoga

participant;

“Many older men regard yoga as a women’s domain but it’s just as important and benefi cial for men…maybe more so!”Four years ago, Denny was an inactive senior who knew he had to do something to get moving. Curious about the media buzz about the benefi ts of yoga, he made the stretch to try something new. He now enjoys greater fl exibility and overall well-being and makes gratitude, refl ection and exercises part of his daily life.

Check out the Recreation Guide for

programs for kids, adults and seniors.

The guide is available online at

www.whiterockcity.ca/register and at any

City of White Rock Recreation Facility:

www.whiterock city.ca/register 604.541.2199

Centennial Park Leisure Centre & Arena14600 North Bluff Road

Centre for Active Livinglocated next door to Centennial Park Arena1475 Anderson Street

White Rock Community Centre15154 Russell Avenue

Kent Street Activity Centre1475 Kent Street

Sign Sign Me Me UpUp

2016

LEARN SOMETHING

NEW THIS WINTER!


Your Community Thrift Store

SERVING LOCALLY. IMPACTING GLOBALLY.THRIFT STORE

• Shop • Donate • Volunteer

Hillcrest Mall • 1401 Johnston Road • White Rock 778-294-6800 • Shop Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm

Donate Monday to Saturday 9am to 4pm www.worldservethriftstore.ca www.wrssba.com

ONLINE REGISTRATION available at

5u (TBall) ............................ $90

7u (Rally Cap) ................... $130

9u (Tadpole) ...................... $170

11U (Mosquito)................. $190

LL 11/12............................ $200

13u (PeeWee) ................... $200

15u (Bantam) .................... $230

18u (Midget) ..................... $250

White Rock South SurreyBaseball

Association

Sunday, Jan. 17, 201611 am - 2 pm TRAINING FACILITY14600 20th Avenue

• Late fee of $25 after Feb. 1, 2016• Cancellation fee of $25 after March 15• $25 NSF Cheque Charge• PHOTOCOPY OF BIRTH CERTIFICATE

required for new players2015 WRSSBA Fee Schedule

REGISTRATIONREGISTRATION

Challenger Division - FreePrograms available to players 5-18 years of age

UmpireRegistration

Fees:$25 for ages 13 and under

(of current membership year)

$50 for ages 14 and up

Registration includestraining clinics:

Level 1no previous experience

Level 2 less than 4 years’

experience

Payment and clinic sign-up at

www.bcbua.com

BE A BASEBALL BE A BASEBALL UMPIRE!UMPIRE!

WOULD YOU LIKE TO:• develop the ability to assume

responsibility • develop the ability to be

objective, fair and decisive in your judgement

• develop an awareness of your own talents

• develop a greater sense of self-confi dence

• develop the skills to deal effectively with others in the work or play environment

• develop a greater appreciation for the rules of the game of baseball

WE WILL:• train you to do the job • provide equipment • pay you once you have

passed the course• provide you with BCBUA

2-man system manual

REGISTRATIONFOR UMPIRES:

SUNDAYJANUARY 17th

201611 - 2 p.m.

(Parents must accompanyyouths under 14 yrs.)

WRSSBA Training Centre14600 20th Ave.

The training course is sponsoredby the White Rock/South Surrey

Baseball Assoc. and is a mandatory requirement for a position as

umpire within the league.

FEMALEUMPIRES WELCOME

[email protected]

FACTORY OUTLET

POPUP

SHOPFACTORY OUTLET

POPUP

SHOP

OPEN DAILY!The Shops at Morgan Crossing103-15765 CROYDON DRIVE

SOUTH SURREY778.873.6092

www.peekaboobeans.com

SaturdayJanuary 9th

SHOP, SAVE &PLAY EVENT! Bouncy Castle 11-3pm

Door Prizes

FALL & WINTER STYLESNOW IN STORE


arts & entertainment…on the Semiahmoo Peninsula

Alex BrowneArts Reporter

Hearing Lydia Hol’s music, or seeing the video for Heading North – title tune

of her first full-length indie album – it’s clear this is one musical artist who knows exactly where she wants to go, and the compass bearings to get her there.

It helps that the Peninsula-raised 2005 Semiahmoo Secondary grad projects a calm, collected and personable presence, both onstage and off, (“I’m a good actress,” she comments, a little wryly).

Heading North, which debuts with a release show Jan. 16 at Coast Capital Playhouse, 1532 Johnston Rd. (doors 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m.) delivers on all the promise of her first recording, the EP Boats.

Hol’s smoky, yet tuneful voice; her rhythm-guitar playing and trademark mix of melodic folk and bluegrass-influences – and poetic lyrics that present a series of polished, self-contained stories – are matched with strong arranging and tight, clean production, the latter courtesy of Vancouver’s John Raham (whose credits include the Be Good Tanyas and all of Frazey Ford’s recordings).

“The first recording was an experiment,” she admitted. “I had songs and I wanted to see if people would like them. I was surprised – people liked what I was doing. Now I feel like I’m in it for life.”

Boats offered confirmation that her original music resonates with audiences listening for more than pop hooks mind-numbing repetition – and while Hol is cautious about an over-complicated approach to her lyrics she does acknowledge such disparate literary influences as William Wordsworth and Federico Garcia-Lorca on the new songs.

But, above all, she says, she wants her songs to be relatable.

“Any sort of music is a gift of expression,” she said.

“It’s meant to be a pleasurable experience, to bring light and beauty into the world.”

She’s been busy ever since the first EP debuted at Ocean Park Hall in 2012 – she’s toured

across Canada multiple times, been a top-20 finalist in the Peak Performance Project, a regional finalist in the CBC Searchlight contest and has had showcase concerts in several North American cities, including New York and Kansas City.

The contests, particularly the Peak project, have helped get her music much better known – although Hol acknowledges that for a couple of years she felt the lure of other musical directions that tend to come with the opportunities that such showcases afford.

She toyed with a more electric and commercial approach, she admits, before returning to her original acoustic sound and individual balance of folk and bluegrass inspirations with the current album.

“The Peak project kind of wants you to do the indie-rock thing,” she said. “But I’ve also been to a couple of folk conferences that, for me, were almost too ‘folky’.

“It took me a really long time – I went a long way ’round, but I got back there,” she said.

“I think the album turned out the way I wanted it to. It’s folky but the instrumentation is lush. I

did a lot more with strings – and at the White Rock show I’ll have a violinist and a cellist with me. I love the sound of the cello.”

Heading North began with recording sessions almost a year ago and has since included intensive mixing and design work, concluding with a live-from-the-floor promotional video shoot in December.

The setting of the video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMqzWzsSq1Y) is also typical – an open-to-the-elements boathouse at a family home on Pender Island (also Hol’s writing retreat), where she and a small group of musicians played with a storm-whipped sea in the background.

“I’m definitely an ocean-dweller, whether it’s White Rock or Pender Island,” she said. “The sea can be a metaphor for everything that’s going on in life.”

Attempting a video under such circumstances was risky, she admits (the crew even got stranded on the island for a spell due to the extreme weather), but the results were worth it, she said.

“(The video) sounds so clean – I didn’t think it would, but my engineer said he had it covered,” she said. “It also looks so warm, but it was really freezing in there!”

While Heading North started with 12 songs she pared it down to nine, she said.

“I went with the very best songs, and the musicians on the album are some of the best in the city. It’s challenging to work with people like that – they’re

intimidating, but their ability to listen in to a song and tell exactly where it has to go is amazing. And they’re telling me ‘we’re so happy that we don’t just have break-up songs to play on’!”

Two of the songs are co-writes, she said, and while she’s usually a creative loner, she found the collaboration valuable.

“They say that working with other people teaches you a lot about writing songs, and I’m becoming much more involved with songwriting,” she said.

That includes travelling to Austin, Texas for an international songwriting workshop this February, and also launching and

hosting a regular Monday night ‘open stage’ for songwriters at The Yale in Vancouver.

She’s also working on a collaborative music project with another notable singer-songwriter reared on the Semiahmoo Peninsula, Terence Jack (also known as TJ Hermiston).

Moving forward in the music business has been a lot about setting herself personal challenges, Hol said.

“The whole vibe behind the song Heading North is the idea of chasing after something that scares you. The North is an unknown region – that’s what it means to me.

“All of this – creating an album, doing interviews – is a challenge. It’s putting something that is so personal out there and letting people see what they think of it.

“But putting this out is exciting and satisfying for me. Everyone in White Rock has always been really supportive of me – and I’m very excited for this show.”

Tickets ($20) are available at lydiahol.bandcamp.com/merch/tickets-to-album-release-show-white-rock

For more information, visit www.lydiahol.com

Lydia Hol’s album has a strong sense of direction

True north

Michael Lis photoSinger-songwriter Lydia Hol, photographed at Brittania Beach, acknowledges that sea metaphors often find their way into her writing.

❝The first recording was an

experiment… Now I feel like I'm in it

for life.❞Lydia Hol

singer

%Save up to5 %% Winter SaleBlow OffHundreds of vacations on sale!

Luxury for less saleSpeak to a travel expert today!

15355 24 Avenue, Surrey778 593 0462


Alex BrowneArts Reporter

For Estelle Bogoch Stelmach, it’s a time of great, and understandable, heartache and loss.

Her husband of 10 years, Robert Stelmach – also known as children’s entertainer Max Tell – passed away on Dec. 13 at the age of 70 after a short battle with cancer.

But there has been some comfort for her, too. She said she marvels at the way Robert remained positive right to the end of his rapid decline – even leaving her a list of typically caring messages and reminders to look at every day.

Most of all, she is happy knowing that Robert’s last four wishes were granted before he passed.

The storyteller, writer, singer and songsmith extraordinaire was a familiar face to generations of White Rock and South Surrey residents who had experienced his gentle nature and upbeat presence at many gatherings and events around the Peninsula.

Like others around the world, they’d sung along with him as he crooned his catchy, delightfully silly songs to his own guitar accompaniment; they’d been engaged and inspired by his

imaginative stories, which never failed to entertain even if they had a deeper educational purpose – often connected to his long-standing passion for encouraging literacy.

Even before he had any thought of having cancer himself, he had contributed a fundraising song to Peg’s Pals, a group of women volunteers with whom Estelle partnered in the White Rock Cancer Relay For Life.

As Estelle wrote in her last

update to friends and family on Dec. 18, he was “a special man with a big warm loving heart.”

She told Peace Arch News she found those emailed updates – there were five in all – were the best way to communicate with the many people who wanted to call or email and offer their support.

In the brief time since Aug. 21, when she and Robert learned his condition was terminal, they wanted to concentrate energies on fighting the disease, recuperating from the effects of radiation and chemotherapy and “living one day at a time.”

Now, Estelle has more time to say how much she and Robert appreciated the support from family and friends – even well-wishers who were virtually strangers to them.

“I don’t know anyone who had so many friends,” she said. “It was astounding the number of people who called up to ask, ‘is there anything I can do?’ I couldn’t stop them.”

She can also say how much they valued the work of staff at the Peace Arch Hospital hospice, the palliative unit in Surrey Memorial Hospital and the BC Cancer Agency.

And she has thanks for all those who helped Robert’s last wishes

come true. Robert wanted them

to renew their vows and place his wedding ring on her finger – which they did in the hospice unit, a few days before he passed, complete with music, cake and ‘bubbly’ and a few close friends.

And though his daughter Anna was able to visit throughout his illness, he also wanted to see his son, Aaron – who lives in Toronto. The day after the ceremony, Aaron arrived unexpectedly.

Robert also wished he could see his collection of stories for young readers, I Double Double Dare You To Read This Book (complete with illustrations by Estelle) in print.

Although it and a young adult fiction collection, A Fist Of Bees and Other Stories, are scheduled to be published at the end of February, it it didn’t seem as though typesetting and layout would be ready before then.

But just 15 minutes before Robert and Estelle renewed their vows, a proof copy of the first book was delivered to Estelle, complete with a difficult-to-obtain Canadian Archive number.

“I walked into the lounge and placed it in his lap,” she said. “He was thrilled beyond words.”

arts & entertainmentPopular entertainer remembered

Final wishes granted

File photoRobert Stelmach– known as Max Tell – died on Dec. 13.

see page 23

ACROSS1. “Simpsons” bus

driver5. Check9. Leaf pore14. Design detail:

Abbr.18. Spadefoot19. Flintlock musket20. Rabbit fur21. Mackerel22. Start of a quip by

anonymous: 6 wds. 25. Saharan26. Bowdlerized27. Salad plant28. Completely

resistant30. Tire cleat31. Rollerblade32. Hullabaloo33. Think much of36. Goes aimlessly37. Part 2 of quip: 2

wds.41. OT prophet42. WWF symbol43. Manumits44. Spleen45. Auspices: Var.46. Transported by47. -- vivendi48. Covered49. “The -- & Stimpy

Show”50. Data in rows and

columns51. Brick52. Black Sea resort53. Produce

designation55. Devoured56. Idea57. Part 3 of quip: 4

wds.61. Hordes63. Suggested

amounts64. Great peak

67. Dashboard controls

68. Managed69. With -- breath71. XLIX + LIII72. Kimono73. Studies (with

“over”)74. Sponge mushroom75. Ditty76. Tokyo, formerly77. Roof part78. Playing cards79. Therefore80. Part 4 of quip: 2

wds.82. Taxonomic group83. Offer84. Cusack or

Krasinski85. Sorcerer86. Pluto or Dixie

ending87. Quiet90. -- de chambre91. Foregoing95. Man in hysterics96. End of the quip: 3

wds.99. Lean100. Norwegian

playwright101. Sitar relative102. Aerie103. Dregs104. Terra- --105. Young person106. Scarlett’s

plantation

DOWN1. Of a sense organ2. Capacious bag3. Mountain pool4. Mythical hero5. Like some steaks6. Secondhand7. Edge8. Siege

9. Rains frozen rain10. Plate armor piece11. Elects12. Farrow of films13. West Indies isles14. Shrimp dish15. Where Cuzco is16. -- go bragh!17. Cipher19. Public meeting23. Tribal emblem24. Cultural field29. Doilies31. Name for a

youngster32. -- -de-lis33. Before febrero34. Wiser35. Whatchamacallit36. -- avis37. Fervid38. Instant39. One of the Muses40. Car type42. Lanai43. Part of the retina46. U.K. natives47. Sch. subj. at 77-

Down48. -- -cornered50. Candy brand51. Mauled52. Joined a certain

way54. Old-womanish

55. Some letters56. Omphalos58. Worshipping one59. Drinks excessively60. -- and bounds61. Relevant: 2 wds.62. -- -- Janeiro65. Seeing that66. Striped animal68. Wiccan gathering69. Plus70. War god73. Lamentable74. Most tiny75. Like living beings77. Berkshire school78. Desert in Israel79. Chuck81. Ousts82. Ore of lead83. Fad85. French artist86. Sing softly87. Broker’s directive88. Toledo’s lake89. Hill90. Boundless91. Heap for burning92. Olive genus93. Defunct acronym94. -- -- precedent97. Cable channel98. Girl in Israel

Answers to Previous Crossword

Crossword This week’s theme:And Proud Of It!by James Barrick

© 2015 United Feature Syndicate, Dist. by Universal Uclick

WALTONKITCHENS

KITCHENS & BATH RENOVATIONS

604-535-4122

Complete Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing,

Tiling, Custom Shower Ensuites.

Call Peter or Brian.

34 Years in Business

CRAFTY CREATIONS

6425 120 Street, Delta 778-438-3008IN SUNSHINE HILLS PLAZA - CLOSE TO SAFEWAY

www.craftycreations.ca

• KNITTING SUPPLIES• CROSS STITCH• NEEDLE FELTING• EMBROIDERY

• KNITTING, CROCHET & SEWING LESSONS

• GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE


arts & entertainment

The fourth wish seemed even more unlikely – an admirer of Canadian astronaut Chris Hadfield, for whom he had written a song, Robert was convinced he would meet him.

Though a face-to-face meeting was impossible, thanks to the intervention of friends of friends, the improbable happened a day before Robert passed – Hadfield called Robert direct from Britain, where he was about to deliver a speech.

“Although Robert couldn’t talk

by then, Chris was so sweet and so kind – he talked to him for, at the minimum, 20 minutes.

“I said, ‘May I play Robert’s song for you and he listened and laughed and said ‘I love it.’”

While Estelle said she isn’t religious or a big believer in the supernatural, she said it’s hard not to feel Robert’s presence every time the old mantel clock chimes in their White Rock home.

“One of his brothers came to visit him in hospital three weeks before he passed, and I asked if

he wanted to see our home, and he saw the clock – which they’d both grown up with – and said he was so glad it was working.

“The next day it stopped working, which wasn’t really surprising – the last time it was repaired was probably 80 years ago and there would be a build-up of dust in all that time.

“A week-and-a-half after Robert passed, I was home at night and the clock started chiming, and I said ‘Robert?’ It’s been chiming two rings every quarter of an hour since then.”

Stelmach received call from Hadfield from page 22

On stageEllie Kings’

Puss in Boots was a virtual

sellout during its run at the

Surrey Arts Centre from

Dec. 18-27. The Royal Canadian

Theatre Company

pantomime recently

wrapped up a second run , at

the ACT Arts Centre in Maple

Ridge.Boaz Joseph photo

SURREY | LANGLEY | VANCOUVER | KELOWNA | CALGARY | EDMONTON

www.fashionaddition14plus.com

JANUARY JANUARY CLEARANCE SALECLEARANCE SALE

50%-70 % 50%-70 % OFF OFF

All Winter and Fall InventoryAll Winter and Fall InventoryMORGAN CROSSING

604-535-2024

DESIGNER FASHIONSSPECIALIZING IN SIZES 14 - 24

PulsePulsecheck your

Complete the survey...

...two $1,000 gift card prizes available to be won.

ENTER AT:www.pulseresearch.com/lowermainland

Win aWin a $10001000Grocery store gift card!Grocery store gift card!


arts & entertainment

Tracy HolmesStaff Reporter

Nick Hiebert remembers the moment he knew he had to do better with his

life.Living on White Rock’s Stayte

Road, in a house most people referred to as ‘the crack shack’, the then-15-year-old was washing his leg in the only sink that had running water.

“I looked in the sink and I was as thin as a stick,” the Earl Marriott alumnus told Peace Arch News, referring to the toll his sparse lifestyle was taking.

“It was the fear of living like that again that pretty much fueled my determination to go out and work hard. I just remember looking in the mirror and saying, ‘I can’t live like this, it’s not going to be my life’.”

Now 33, a construction-business owner and singer-songwriter, Hiebert continues to live up to the promise he made to himself, and he’s hoping his journey will inspire others.

Last month, he donated drop cards and 480 of his CDs to kids supported by Vancouver’s Covenant House – which works with more than 1,400 street-involved youth every year – wanting them to know they, too, can get past difficult times.

Proceeds from albums which were available for a limited time by donation also went to the charity, and Hiebert – who records and performs under the name Poppy Seed – plans to pay Covenant House a personal visit in the coming months.

His message to the kids is not just about music, Hiebert said.

“The message I have for them – don’t ever give up on yourself, just because you’re in a (bad) situation now,” he said. “You don’t have to be like this for the rest of your life. There is hope.”

Hiebert said working hard and having faith in himself is what got him through tough times, and music was a central piece to the puzzle.

“That’s my creative outlet. It kind of gives me a little bit of hope,” he said.

Hiebert said he started free-styling in high school, and gradually put together his own studio, spending “a couple years” working on beats and figuring out programs.

He started his framing business – Hiebbs Construction & Development Ltd. – in 2006, putting “everything” into it to build it to where it is today, with a crew of 18.

Hiebert started putting an even greater focus on music when he moved downtown in 2010, taking vocal lessons, networking, finding a producer and collaborating on beats and instrumentals.

“I just started building myself a solid team of people to work with,” he said, noting he performs and records in genres

ranging from hip-hop to soul, and has even done country covers.

Music, he said, is a world without rules, where the only limits are self-imposed.

“The thing I like about music the most is that there’s no boundaries,” Hiebert said. “The only boundaries are the ones that you set for yourself.

“It doesn’t always go how you expect it to go. Just the process is beautiful, because there’s nothing holding you back. You can do whatever you want to do.

“That’s kind of what sucked me in.”

Hiebert knows he could easily have chosen a more nefarious path, but said he knew it would hold no real future.

“I just seen that there was no longevity in that. Everybody that I knew that was like that, they either became drug addicts themselves or ended up in jail.

“I will only do something like that if I absolutely have to. I’d rather try to be a good person.”

Next up, Hiebert is preparing for a cross-Canada tour that’s set to start in May.

He’s also exploring a new market for getting his music to a global audience: Pay Per View.

A recent performance of his at Venue on Granville Street is available online (http://rosnermanagement.com/ppvvancouvernew.htm) for $10, and he hopes the exposure will lead to more tours and air time.

The singer-songwriter has already toured Western Canada and Europe, and may be heading to India later this year.

And while life isn’t exactly stress-free, Hiebert said all the “behind-the-scenes” work he’s done over the years is starting to pay off.

That, too, is a message he hopes takes root.

“There was a lot of times that I had no hope, but at the end of the day, my determination outweighed that,” he said.

“As long as you don’t give up on yourself, it’ll be OK. Just keep striving for something better and it’ll come.”

Don’t ever give up on yourself: Earl Marriott alumnus

Singer goes from ‘crack shack’ to giving back

Contributed photoMusician Nick Hiebert is aiming to inspire young people.

1475 Anderson St. White Rock(beside Centenniel Arena)

[email protected]

Join our 6 week beginner league at the PACC starting Saturday January 9 to February 20

from 11 to 1 pm weekly.All you need is a clean pair of runners and warm

fl exible clothing. All equipment and instruction is included for the 6 week course and costs is only $80 per adult or

$50 per child (18 years and under).Families are welcome, groups or individuals.

For more information or to register please contact the Peace Arch Curling Center at [email protected]

or call 604-531-0244.

6 WEEK BEGINNER LEAGUE

CURLERS WANTED

www.surrey.ca

COMMUNITY CHARTER S.B.C. 2003 CHAPTER 26NOTICE OF INTENTION TO SELL CITY LANDS

Pursuant to Sections 26 and 94 of the Community Charter S.B.C. 2003, Chapter 26, as amended, the City of Surrey hereby gives notice of the intention to dispose of the following City lands:

Legal Description: PID: 029-663-792; That Part of District Lot 6 Group 2 New Westminster District Plan 1952 Shown on Plan EPP51308

Civic Address: A 0.233 hectare portion of road located adjacent to 10805, 10815, 10821, 10825, 10833 and 10845 Timberland Road and 10848 Faulkner Road

Property Description: The property is portion of redundant road. It is currently zoned IL-1 (Light Impact Industrial 1) and designated Mixed Employment in the Offi cial Community Plan and Light Impact/Business Park in the South Westminster Neighbourhood Concept Plan. The property is being sold to an adjoining owner for consolidation purposes.

Purchasers: VANCOUVER FRASER PORT AUTHORITY

Nature of Disposition: Fee Simple

Selling Price: Six Hundred Fourteen Thousand Dollars ($614,000.00)

Further information can be obtained from the City of Surrey, Realty Services Division, Engineering Department, 13450 – 104 Avenue, Surrey, BC V3T 1V8. Phone (604) 598 5718.

THIS ADVERTISEMENT IS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PUBLIC DISCLOSURE ONLY, NOT SOLICITATION OF AN OFFER

National Bank Financial is an indirect wholley-owned subsidiary of National Bank of Canada which is a public company listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (NA; TSX). National Bank Financial is a member of the Canadian Investment Protection Fund.

Norman RutherfordBA, CIM, CFP

Clark ShewfeltBSc, CA, CIM

Caroline HannaBA, CIM

Lois BeerCIM, FMA

Paul McMillanBA, CIM, FMA

Taking care of familiesone generation to the next.

TheSHEWFELT | McMILLAN

Group

2121 - 160th Street | 604.541.4949 | www.shewfeltmcmillan.ca

joannetaylorhomes.com

TRUSTED, RELIABLE,

DEDICATED

778.227.1443778.227.1443Joanne TaylorJoanne Taylor


Nick GreenizanSports Reporter

Ask anyone who has ever played a contact sport, and they’ll likely have a story

or two about a time they – to use an outdated sports cliché – “had their bell rung.”

It wasn’t long ago that, in many such instances, the injured player would be sent back into the field of play without a second thought,

and the word ‘concussion’ was rarely brought up.

Such moments are fewer and farther between these days, however. And now, a new mobile app being developed at UBC – and marketed with the help of two South Surrey businessmen – aims to help coaches and players properly assess concussions, all in real time.

The app – called HeadCheck Health – is the brainchild of Harrison Brown – a UBC PhD student – and UBC MBA graduate Kerry Costello. South Surrey residents Leon van der Poel and Praj Patel – both of Surrey-based consulting company Ineo Growth Strategizers – have teamed up with the pair, and are tasked with getting the app from the testing stage out into the real world.

The arrangement began last spring as part of a UBC program called Lean Launchpad, that aims to match students with real-world mentors, but Patel said the four of them got along so well, they decided to stay onboard after the program ended.

“We just really liked what they

were doing, and we all got along well,” Patel told Peace Arch News. “So we’re working at it, and looking to get some real-world (data) collected.”

Right now, the app is being beta-tested by 30 sports team across the country – the specific teams are confidential, but cover a number of sports at various levels, Patel said – and the data from each team is being collected and analyzed.

The science behind the app, Patel said, “is pretty complex” but it is fairly practical in use. How it’s used is simple, he said.

Prior to beginning play, an

athlete – wearing a headband containing sensors “no bigger than a watch battery” – will go through a number of tests to find baseline numbers for things such as balance, mobility and the like. The readings from the sensors are logged into the mobile app via Bluetooth, and saved.

Then, later in the season, if that player suffers a suspected concussion, he or she puts the headband back on and – on the sidelines – completes the same tasks. If the numbers are wildly different, it’s likely a concussion has been suffered.

sports…on the Semiahmoo Peninsula

South Surrey businessmen lend expertise to students aiming to improve head-injury recognition

Concussion app aims to help players

Praj Patel

Leon van der PoelFile photos

HeadCheck Health’s new mobile app aims to help players and coaches – in any sport – indentify concussions after a high-impact collision.

see page 26

WWWWWWEEEEEESSSSSSTTTTTTEEEEEERRRRRRNNNNNN CCCCCCAAAAAANNNNNNAAAAAADDDDDDAAAAAA’’’SSSSSS LLLLLLAAAAAARRRRRRGGGGGGEEEEEESSSSSSTTTTTT BBBBBBOOOOOOAAAAAATTTTTT SSSSSSHHHHHHOOOOOOWWWWWW

PRESENTS

JJJJJAAAAANNNNN 2222200000 –– 2222244444 JAN 20 24BBBBBCCCCCC PPPPPLLLLLAAAAACCCCCCEEEEE &&&&&& GGGGGGRRRRRAAAAANNNNNVVVVVIIIIILLLLLLLLLLEEEEE IIIIISSSSSSLLLLLAAAAANNNNNDDDDD

VancouverBoatShow.caTHOUSANDS OF BOATS AND ACCESSORIES OVER 250 EXHIBITORS AND 100 SEMINARSJOIN OUR SKIPPER’S CLUB FOR EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS

MEET TED LANGE FROM

THE LOVE BOAT


sports

The test takes no more than five minutes, Patel, an Ocean Park resident, added.

Patel said he and van der Poel were excited to be part of HeadCheck’s development, because it has the potential to take the guess-work out of coaches and players self-diagnosing potentially serious injuries.

“The thing is, athletes fake it sometimes – they tell their coach they’re fine because they want to get back out there and play,” said Patel, who played soccer while growing up in England and admits that “growing up, we all took the

odd knock.”“This app takes away the

subjectivity because you can’t fake the sensor.”

So far, feedback from the various teams has been positive, he said. Once all the data and the feedback is collected, the Headcheck team will make whatever changes necessary, and hopefully have it out on the market later this year.

“The teams, they see the promise in this. And we want them to really do a deep dive with it and tell us how to make

it better, and then get it out there, full volume,” Patel said.

For more, visit www.headcheckhealth.com

Contributed imageA screengrab of the HealthCheck app.

‘Can’t fake the sensor’ from page 25

Resolution RunA record number of participants chose

to ring in the new year with a run, as more than 300 people took part in the Jan. 1 Resolution Run in Crescent Park.

In total, 306 people laced up, with 278 crossing the finish line.

The event featured both four- and eight-kilometre routes, with the fastest eight-km time clocked by Mike Murphy, who finished in 28 minutes, 24 seconds.

Murphy, from Maple Ridge, edged South Surrey runner Tyler Ginther – a frequent podium finisher at local runs – while Langley’s Andrew Greig finished third.

The fastest woman on the course came all the way from Whitehorse – Meagan Wilson finished the course in 33:47, which was good for 15th overall.

The Resolution Run – hosted and organized by Peninsula Runners – is the first in the four-event Fraser Valley Trail Run Series, which also includes the Campbell Valley Stomp (Jan. 17), Aldergrove Ramble 8K (Feb. 7) and Fort to Fort Trail Run 8-km and Half Marathon (Feb. 28).

For more, visit www.peninsularunners.com/events/trailseries.htm

Coaches, players namedHead coaches and full rosters for this

month’s Canadian Junior Hockey League Prospects Game have been announced.

The game – which is set for South Surrey Arena on Jan. 26 – will have Salmon Arm Silverbacks’ head coach Brandon West behind the Team West bench, while Nick Greenough, head coach of the Valley Wildcats of the Maritime Hockey League, will coach the East squad.

Rosters were announced a few days later, and one Surrey Eagle – forward Jeffrey Stewart – will be among those taking part. He will be one of nine BC Hockey League Players to suit up for Team West.

The game – which the Surrey Eagles won the right to host last year – will feature the top 40 NHL-draft eligible prospects from Canadian junior ‘A’ leagues.

For more information on the game, including how to buy tickets, visit www.surreyeagles.ca/2016-cjhl-prospects-game

– Nick Greenizan

sportsnotes

[email protected]

Environmental Assessment of the Proposed George Massey Tunnel Replacement Project

The British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (Ministry) is proposing to replace the George Massey Tunnel with a new bridge, improve Highway 99 from Bridgeport Road in Richmond to Highway 91 in Delta, and replace interchanges at Westminster Highway, Steveston Highway and Highway 17A (proposed Project). The proposed Project is subject to review under British Columbia’s Environmental Assessment Act.

The Ministry must obtain an environmental assessment certificate before any work can be undertaken on the proposed Project. However, prior to submission of an application (Application) for an environmental assessment certificate by the Ministry, the Environmental Assessment Office of British Columbia (EAO) must first approve Application Information Requirements.

Key to the Application Information Requirements is the identification of valued components to be studied and the areas within which the studies would occur. The selected valued components are presented in the Project Description and Key Areas of Study document that the Ministry has prepared, and EAO invites the public to submit comments on.

In order to provide information about the valued components selection, EAO invites the public to attend two Open Houses:

Sandman Signature Hotel Vancouver Airport – Round Room 10251 St. Edwards Drive, Richmond, BC Tuesday January 26, 2016 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Delta Town and Country – Ballroom 6005 Highway 17A (at Highway 99), Delta, BC Wednesday January 27, 2016 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

There are 31 days for the submission of comments by the public in relation to the Project Description and Key Areas of Study document. The comment period will begin on January 15, 2016, and end on February 15, 2016.

NOTE: All submissions received by EAO during the comment period in relation to the proposed Project are considered public and will be posted to the EAO web site.

Open House and Invitation to CommentAll comments received during this comment period in relation to the Project Description and Key Areas of Study document will be considered.

The intention of seeking public comments is to ensure that all potential effects – environmental, economic, social, heritage and health – that might result from the proposed Project are identified for consideration as part of the assessment process. At this stage of the process, the primary intent is to receive feedback about the studies or information required for a comprehensive environmental assessment.

EAO accepts public comments through the following ways:

http://www.eao.gov.bc.ca/pcp/index.html

By Mail:Michael ShepardProject Assessment ManagerEnvironmental Assessment OfficePO Box 9426 Stn Prov GovtVictoria BC V8W 9V1

Fax: 250 387-0230

An electronic copy of the Project Description and Key Areas of Study document and information regarding the environmental assessment process are available at www.eao.gov.bc.ca. Copies of the Project Description and Key Areas of Study will also be available for viewing at:

All Municipal Libraries in the City of Richmond All Municipal Libraries in the Corporation of Delta

If you are unable to participate at this time, there will be an additional comment period during the Application Review stage when you will also be able to provide comments to EAO on the proposed Project.

Hollywood Cinemas Rialtoformerly Rialto Twin White Rock

1732 152nd St.,White Rock604-541-9527

Hollywood Cinemas CAPRICE

Hollywood Cinemaswww.hollywoodcinema.ca

Formerly Carprice 4 White Rock

SHOWTIMES JAN 8 - 14, 2016

2381 King George Blvd., Sry604-531-7456

THE BIG SHORT (14A)Daily 4:10 & 6:45 *Added evening show Fri-Sat 9:20 **Added mat Sat-Sun 1:30

JOY (PG) Daily 4:00 *Added evening show Fri-Sat 8:50

BROOKLYN (PG)Daily 6:30 *Added mat Sat-Sun 1:40

THE REVENANT (14A)Daily 4:10, 6:35 & 9:15 *Added mat Sat-Sun 1:00

STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS (PG)Daily 4:00 (3D), 6:45 (3D) & 9:30 (2D) *Added mat Sat-Sun 1:15 (2D)

THE HATEFUL EIGHT (18A)Daily 4:45 & 8:00 *Added mat Sat-Sun 1:30

DADDY’S HOME (PG)Daily 4:30, 7:15 & 9:40 *Added mat Sat-Sun 1:45


sports

Up forgrabsElgin Park Orcas’ Jessica Paul (right) and Clayton Heights Night Riders’ Mackenzie Adam both chase after a loose ball during a early-round game of the Surrey Fire Fighters Goodwill Classic Wednesday at the Cloverdale Recreation Centre. The week-long senior girls basketball tournament – which has been held on courts across the city – wraps up Saturday evening, with the championship game set for 4 p.m. at Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary. Evan Seal photo

200th Street and #10 Hwy, Langley 604.534.4154 prestongm.comSALES HOURS Mon to Thurs: 8:30am - 9pm • Fri & Sat: 9am - 6pm • Sun & Holidays 11am - 5pm • DL30568

X

Hwy 1

#10 Highway 200

St.

4 yr/80,000 km Warranty*No Charge Scheduled Maintenance

O W N E R P R I V I L E G E S

Now Off ering AIR MILES®

Price and Payments do not include $595 Documentation Fee or Applicable Taxes. Prices include Applicable Cadillac Rebates. ®(tm) Trademarks of AIR MILES International Trading B.V. Used under license by LoyaltyOne, Co. and Preston Chevrolet Buick GMC Cadillac Ltd.

Courtesy Transportation/Roadside AssistanceOnStar® 4G LTE with Wi-Fi Hotspot

O N LY S E L E C T 2 0 1 5 M O D E L S R E M A I N I N G

STOCK#5022870

MSRP $97,290 Demo Price $83,561– EXECUTIVE DEMO –

Premium Edition, Power Retractable Assist Steps, Cadillac CUE w/Navigation, Heated & Cooled Seats, 22” Aluminum Wheels,

Driver Assist Package and much more.

2015 Cadillac Escalade Demo

STOCK#5007940

MSRP $59,355 Sale Price $43,902– EXECUTIVE DEMO –

Performance AWD Model, Cadillac CUE w/Navigation, 20” Wheels, Blind Zone Alert, Backup Camera, Power Liftgate, Variable Suspension,

OnStar 4G Wi-Fi and more.

2015 Cadillac SRX Demo2015 Cadillac ATS Demo

STOCK#5016370

MSRP $52,065 Sale Price $37,050– EXECUTIVE DEMO –

Luxury Trim Level, 3.6L V6, Sunroof, 18” Polished Wheels, Leather Seats, Brembo Brakes, Cadillac CUE, OnStar 4G Wi-Fi and more.

FULLY LOADED PERFORMANCE & PREMIUM AWD SRXS – 7 REMAINING 4 REMAINING

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF EXCEPTIONAL DEMONSTRATOR DISCOUNTS

18

th A

NN

UA

L BC’S LARGEST AGRICULTURE EVENT OF THE YEAR!

TRADEX, at Abbotsford AirportThursday – Saturday 9:00am – 4:30pmShowcasing the latest and most INNOVATIVE EQUIPMENT

& TECHNOLOGY for the agriculture industry.

January 28, 29, 30, 2016

Presented by:

Parking Sponsor: Gold Sponsor:Silver Sponsor:

2016

Over 280ExhibitorsCovering

20,000 sq. ft.!


After two straight provincial football championships at the AA Tier 2 level, the Earl Marriott Mariners are mov-ing up.

At BC High School Football execu-tive meetings in late December, divi-sional re-alignments were announced – a shakeup that included a handful of teams, including EMS, moving to AAA.

The Mariners – who started as a AA Tier 1 team back in 2005 – will play next season in the AAA Pacific divi-sion, alongside teams from across the province, including Rutland, Salmon Arm, Argyle (North Vancouver), West Vancouver and Handsworth (North Van).

“Our coaching staff feels that we will be very competitive in this division and we are looking forward to the challenge as we continue to grow at Marriott,” said Michael Mackay-Dunn on the team’s official website.

“Our success starts right now as we train and prepare during the off-season.”

The Mariners wrapped up their most recent season in late November, with a 40-14 championship win over the Howe Sound Tigers.

– Nick Greenizan

Earl Marriott football team has won two straight AA titles

Mariners move up to AAA

File photoMariners’ Lukas Frers runs upfield during the Tier 2 title game.

sports

on the on the Semiahmoo Peninsula Peninsula

All Saints Community Church 14615 16th Ave. White Rock • 604-209-5570

www.allsaintswhiterock.com

“True Wisdom” (A study in the book of Proverbs)

This Sunday 10.30 am

Everyone welcome!

Pastor Peter Klenner

For further information for all these churches

Please call 604-531-5739Please call 604-531-5739

MASS SCHEDULE

OR GO TO WWW.STAROFTHESEA.CA

Good Shepherd Church 2250 - 150 St., S. Surrey• Mon, Wed - Sat: 8:00 am• Tuesday: 6:30 pm• Saturday: 5:00 pm• Sunday: 9:00 am, 11:00 am & 7:00 pmStar of the Sea Church 1153 Fir St., White Rock• Tues - Sat: 9:00 am• Saturday: 4:00 pm• Sunday: 10:30 amHoly Cross Church 12268 Beecher Ave., Crescent Beach• Sunday: 8:30 am

ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCHESROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCHES ON THEON THE PENINSULAPENINSULA

Parish Religious Education Program– Classes from Gr. 1 - Gr. 7 available Thursday evenings

Please call 604-531-5739

“A warm welcome to everyone”

Star of the Sea Catholic School(K - Gr. 7) 15024 - 24th Avenue, South Surrey

“The Star’s 3Rs” Reverence, Respect, Responsibility”Please call 604-531-6316 or go to: www.starofthesea.ca

SEMIAHMOO 2141 Cranley Drive

604-576-6504

We sing the TraditionalHymns and use the King

James version in all services.

Sunday Services11 am & 6 pm

Independent, Fundamental

Non-charismatic

BAPTIST CHURCH

Anglican Church of the Holy Trinity15115 Roper Avenue at Foster Street

Phone: 604-531-0884 www.holytrinitywhiterock.org

The Reverend Neil Gray, Rector

The Anglican Church welcomes you!

Sunday Services8:00 a.m. Eucharist

10:00 a.m. Sung Eucharistand Children’s Program

Thursdays - 10:30 a.m. Eucharist

SUNDAY, JANUARY 108:00 am

Holy Communion10:00 am

Holy Baptism

Worship with us atSt. Mark’s.

Amazing GraceHow Sweet the Sound!

12953 - 20th Ave. Surreywww.stmarkbc.org

604-535-8841Rev. Craig Tanksley, Rector

Rev. Denise Doerksen, Asst. Priest

Parish of St. Mark –Ocean Park

Anglican Church

2 Timothy 3:16,17 “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profi table for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God maybe complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.” NKJV

Please join usSaturday, Jan. 9 9:30-10:45 ~ Sabbath School Service 11:00-12:30 ~ Call to Divine Worship

Isabelle Misek “God’s Love Pursues” 1 1:00-2:00 ~ Vegetarian Lunch, Free 2:30-3:30 ~ “What Grace Really Means” 2

White Rock Seventh-day ADVENTIST CHURCH

14615 16th Ave., Surrey BC • 604-531-6142www.whiterockadvenntist.ca2350 - 148 St., Surrey, B.C.

604-536-8527www.mountolivelutheran.ca

Worship & Sunday School

10:15 a.m.Pastor Peter Hanson

All are Welcome!

1480 George St.,White Rock B.C.

604-536-9322www.saint-johns.ca

Pastor Willem Van Der WesthuizenALL WELCOME!

January 10, 201610:30 am

Worship Service

Sunday Worship Services10:30am

Pastor Norm Miller604-576-1394

Traditional & Christ CenteredALL ARE WELCOME

White Rock Lutheran Church

Meeting at St. John’s Worship Centre1480 George St., White Rock, B.C.

MorningWorship & Kids’ Church at 10:00 am

Our Reputation is your guarantee since 1926 ALSO ACCESS AT REAR OF DEALERSHIP

ROCK3150 King George Blvd., Surrey www.whiterockhyundai.com

604.538-7022DL#31129

2012 HONDA ACCORD EX-L

$18,999NOW ONLY

Auto, heated leather seats, sunroof, full power group, bluetooth and more! Very well maintained!

Murray Hyundai’sTop Salesperson Pick of the Week

#M1168

Peter VethaCall me today!

604-442-1789

35 CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF EAGLES HOCKEY – JOIN THE TRADITIONSURREYEAGLES.CA 604.531.GOAL (4625)

at South Surrey Arena at South Surrey Arena 2199-148th St.2199-148th St.

BCAA NIGHT!

CANUCKS AUTISM NETWORK NIGHT!

Sponsored by

Sponsored by

Surrey Eagles vs. Prince George Spruce Kings

Surrey Eagles vs. Trail Smoke Eaters

Sunday, Jan. 10, 4pmFree Post Game Skate and Autographs!

Friday, Jan. 8, 7pmFree Thundersticks and other great prizes!

Justin Laforest


OPENSUNDAYJAN. 102:00-4:00

P.M.


P.M.

#105 15155 - 22ND AVENUE • GREAT PRICE $429,000 THIS IS THE ONE!! Gorgeous upscaled/renovated 1230

sf 2 Beds/2 Full Baths with walk out WRAP AROUND PRIVATE PATIOS backing onto QUIET GREEN SPACE!

Outstanding finishes, private walk out, 2 Parking, FEELS LIKE A RANCHER!! Professionally managed/Depreciation

Report/Adult Oriented/Pet Allowed. Austin Takahashi 604-897-4171 Sutton Group West Coast Realty

#303 - 1378 GEORGE STREET • OFFERED AT $429,000OCEAN VIEWS, sunny & bright sw top floor corner 2 bed/2

full bath, 1177sf fully renovated! H/W floors, California shutters, granite counters, SS appliances, super sized master bdrm/insuite laundry, etc! Walk to downtown WR, fabulous location, easy access to shops, transit, school, etc! All ages

welcome, pets with restric/1 parking/storage. Edie Takahashi, PREC* 778-840-7141 Sutton Group West Coast Realty

OPEN HOUSES


P.M.

14792 GOGGS AVENUE, WHITE ROCK • $2,138,000Ocean View Hillside Property! Brand new home, 4175 sq.ft of living space, 3 levels. Large open floor plan, 24 X 16 partially covered deck with Eclipse retractable doors. H/W flooring, energy efficient triple pane windows, 8 skylights, quartz countertops, large island, Kitchen Aid appliances, elevator. Fully finished w/out basement with office, bar, theatre room & self-contained legal 1 bdrm suite w/separate entrance. Walking distance to Schools (Semi catchment), beach, & amenities. 2, 5 & 10 yr warranty. Chad Hippsley 604-312-8893 RE/MAX Colonial Pacific Realty


P.M.

2280 MADRONA PLACE Custom built executive home in pristine condition. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Updates include: flooring, all appliances, b/i vac, water filtration system, new roof. Private S/E fenced rear yard.

3 car garage plus more. Cindy Poppy 604-202-2110 HomeLife Benchmark Realty Corp.


P.M.

#203 - 15020 NORTH BLUFF ROAD • $82,500 Great unit in North Bluff Village. Spacious 1 bedroom with new

carpet & freshly painted throughout waiting for its new owner to move right in. Close to all White Rock ammenities & shopping.

Michael Williams 604-531-1111 HomeLife Benchmark Realty Corp.

OPENSAT.

JAN. 912 NOON -2:00 P.M.

#306 - 14950 THRIFT AVENUE • $238,000 "The Monterey" extremely well maintained 30 unit complex. This 2 bed 2 bath top floor unit has a great layout featuring spacious rooms, huge laundry/storage, newer appliances and a large enclosed balcony with access from both bedrooms. Conveniently located close to shopping,

restaurants the beach and on transit route. Aimee Winter 778-862-4448 HomeLife Benchmark Realty Corp.

OPENSAT.

JAN. 91:00-3:00

P.M.

13152 - 20A AVENUE • $1,679,0003415 sq. ft. two level plan, 3 bedrooms, den and games room.

16,901 sq. ft. cul de sac lot, RV access. Dave, Cindy & Amanda Walker 604-889-5004

HomeLife Benchmark Realty Corp. OPENSUNDAYJAN. 101:00-4:00

P.M.

#17 2955-156 STREET

ARISTA • MORGAN HEIGHTS • $369,000Beautifully maintained, spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bath townhouse. Features open fl oor plan, gourmet kitchen with granite countertops,

stainless steel appliances and an oversized island.Large fenced south facing backyard.

Walking distance to schools and amenities.Maureen Fritz 604-541-4888

RE/MAX Colonial Pacific Realty Ltd.


P.M.

#216 2239 - 152 ST. • $199,900Must be sold! Amazing, bright, spacious, 2 bdrm, 1 bath, 825 sq ft. Features south facing balcony, in-suite laundry, beautiful condition,

ready to move in, excellent building, socially friendly neighbors, 55+, no pets, wonderful location. Fabulous price & lifestyle. Own in White

Rock / South Surrey for less than the price of renting!Bryan Boyce PREC 604-538-8888 Sutton Group West Coast Realty

Advertise on the real estate pages at affordable rates.Advertise on the real estate pages at affordable rates. Call Suzanne 604-542-7417Call Suzanne 604-542-7417

OPEN SUNDAY JAN. 10 2:00-4:00

P.M.

3211 - 141ST STREET BC Heros 2011 Lottery home.

Six bedrooms, 7 baths, finished basement.Three car garage.

Connie Robson 604-818-6966 Team 3000 Realty


P.M.

NEW LISTING • 909 STEVENS STREET • $1,148,880 Upscale design w/extensive renovations in 2015. 3 bed, 3 bath executive home. High end appliances in gourmet

kitchen, hardwood flooring, new bathrooms, etc. Spectacular ocean views with sunny deck with hot tub, intimate rooftop deck. Fantastic location, steps to ocean

and amenities. One look will do! Tim Rohwer 604-943-7111 Royal LePage Regency

SOLD!SOLD!

If you’re considering a move but have a home to sell, call me today for a COMPLIMENTARY and CURRENT market value analysis of that home.

As a REALTOR I’m dedicated to providing service levels that exceed client expectations and as I understand completely what’s required in buying or selling real estate, I provide the following GUARANTEES:

Pricing your home to attract top off ersHelping prepare your home for saleProfessional Virtual Vision photographyAccurate fl oor plans with guaranteed measurementsYour home advertised 24 hours a day until it is soldRegular feedback and follow upPersonal attendance for all showings & inquiriesOpen and eff ective communicationPower of the RE/MAX network backing you up

COLONIAL PACIFIC REALTY

604-506-2006

www.MorleyMyren.com

®®

MMMProfessional Real Estate Services

TRUSTED • RESPECTED • CONNECTED

MORLEY MYREN REALTORM 5

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE LEGAL SERVICESLEGAL SERVICES• Purchases • Sales

• Mortgages • DevelopmentServing our community

since 1986

604-538-9887www.morinlaw.ca

Ron Morin, LawyerNotary Public

Click on e-Editions to view current and past editions

PeaceArchNews.com

online!Open Houses

Make a grocery list together—kids check


#6


at www.FamilyLiteracyDay.ca


8

Rancher with Master on the Main15989 Mountain View Drive

OPEN DAILY 1-5 @ 30 Avenue & 160th Street

NEW TOWNHOMES FOR SALE

hearthstoneinthepark.com

Call today! MOSS MOLONEYRE/MAX Performance Realty Ltd.

604-760-4888

SHOWHOME FOR SALE

2328 sq.ft. beautifully fi nished 2 bdrms. & den, 2.5 bathrooms.

High quality fi nishes, appliances, double garage, fi nished basement. You won’t be

disappointed.

$654,900

Only 3 remain. Walkout basements, backing onto park. High quality 2 bdrm., 2.5 baths,

2253 sq.ft. to 2328 sq.ft.

$659,900

Amazing 2 storey & bsmt., 3 bdrm., 3.5 baths. Soaring ceilings, 2 bdrms. with ensuites,

open staircase, beautiful great room featuring gourmet kitchen, bright open plan.

$689,000

Lights out and talk about a new ending to a bedtime story.#1


How do you learn as a family? Tell us #FamilyLiteracyDay


Find more activities you can do as a family at

www.FamilyLiteracyDay.ca


105 AVE

104 AVE

100 AVE

152

ST

154

ST

156

ST


LIVES JUST LIKE A SINGLE-FAMILY HOMEENJOY STORAGE, SPACE AND A DREAM KITCHEN FROM $654,900.

A two-bedroom + den home that feels extremely spacious

Abundant in-home storage means a clutter-free living experience

Engineered hardwood flooring for a gorgeous

look from the ground up

Concrete construction for a

quieter, durable home

Air conditioning to live comfortably

all year long

The CresseyKitchenTM has an effortless flow, ample storage and high-end finishings

Generous balconies and patios extend your living space into the great outdoors

Enjoy an actual laundry room with a deep-basin wash sink and side-by-

side washer & dryer

This is not an offering for sale. Any such offering can only be made with a Disclosure Statement. E.&.OE.

beverleybycressey.com or 604-560-0075

1479 Vidal Street, White Rock Open daily 12-5pm (Except Fridays)

Visit us Today.

Peace Arch News Friday, January 8, 2016 www.peacearchnews.com 33

BOWMANPatricia

October 14, 1955 - December 24, 2015

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Patricia Bowman (nee Judson) on December 24th 2015 after a short journey with Lung Cancer. Born in White Rock, B.C. on October 14th 1955 to Shirley and the late Whitey (Bruce) Judson; Pat grew up in a busy household with 4 other siblings - Bonnie Lowery, Paul Judson, Kim Judson (Mike Youritchuk) and Danny (Hazel) Judson and together they became a household name in the community.

The family ran a concession business and Pat spent many seasons working in various fairs and events. Pat remained living in White Rock for the majority of her life and loved the beach and memories that it held for her. Pat later went on to marry her high school sweetheart and the love of her life - Chris Bowman and together they had 5 children - Krista Lysenko (nee Bowman), Jessika Houston (nee McNay), Miranda Torget (nee McNay), Cassie Atherley (nee Bowman) and Tyler Bowman. She was a loving Grandma to Austin, Lukka, Evan, Conner, Nola, Chayse, Wyatt and was looking forward to meeting and the newest addition in March of 2016.Pat was a pillar in the Girl Guide Community for over 15 years and made a tremendous contribution to the lives of many. Always a hard worker, Pat spent the majority of her career running her own house-cleaning business and working with many clients over the 25 years that she grew to love and adore. She will be missed by so many.

A Celebration of Life will be held in her honour onJanuary 16th, 2016 at 1pm at the Semiahmoo Fish and

Game Club, 1284 184 St, Surrey, BC

DANN, Allan Ledgerwood

Born April 6th, 1924 at Surrey Center, B.C .

We, along with our mother, are heartbroken to announce our father’s peaceful passing on December 19th, 2015. A lifelong resident of Cloverdale and proud descendant of Irish immigrants, dad was the only child of Ernest and Doris Dann. He lived with his parents and was raise above the family shop. Until his retirement at the age of 89, in January 2013, he owned and worked the oldest family-run business in Surrey: Dann’s Electronics, “The Store of Skilled Service.” He began working in the store with his father after he returned home from the war. After his family, he was most proud of his 35 years as a volunteer fi refi ghter with Hall 8 in Cloverdale. He received 2 lifelong service medals and serviced as assistant chief. Allan was also a member of Cloverdale Mason’s lodge 168, Cloverdale Board of Trade, Cloverdale Amateur Athletic Association, JCI Senate, and was involved with the founding of the Cloverdale Rodeo and the Surrey Museum. He gave the fi rst walking tour of Cloverdale. He also served as Vice President of the Lower Fraser Valley Agricul-ture Association and President of the Yukon Region of the Junior Chamber of Commerce Jaycees. He also served in the RCAF dur-ing World War 2. We have no idea how many thousands of bicycles he sold, repaired, and fi nanced for kids in the Cloverdale area throughout his lifetime. Someone recently commented he was the “original MacGyver” and could fi x anything. He will be missed by many. Allan is survived by his wife of almost 66 years, his British lass, Brenda Dann, also his 4 children, Kathleen (Allan) of Waikoloa, Hawaii, John of Surrey, Bruce (Tricia) of Surrey, Brenda Scales of Surrey, his grandchildren Benjamin (Leah), Dennis, Katie (Bryan), Sean, Marie (Adrian), and Dwayne, and his 1 great grand-child, 2-month-old Logan, born this past October. Allan is also sur-vived by many nieces and nephews and cousins living in Canada and abroad. Private graveside services have been held. A celebration of life will be held on Jan 16th at Newlands Golf and Country Club, Langley from 1pm - 5pm. You may email [email protected] or visit the memorial page at www.valleyviewsurrey.ca for condolences and extended obit and further details on upcoming celebration of life. In lieu of fl owers, please consider a donation in Allan’s name to either Irene Thomas Hospice Residence, Delta, B.C., the Tertiary Unit at Surrey Memorial Hospital, or the charity of your choice. Or consider buying a bicycle for a needy child this Christmas.

Valley View Funeral Home 604-596-8866

KING, Gladys June 30, 1927 - December 23, 2015

Gladys King passed away peacefully on December 23rd, 2015 at the Peace Arch Hospice in White Rock, B.C.Born in Edinburgh on June 30th, 1927 to Mark and Louisa Ormiston, Gladys was raised in Edinburgh and migrated to Canada after WWII with the love of her life, Hugh King. They joined her sister Helen in Edmonton, were married shortly there after and all three children Debbie (Dave), Ian (Maureen), and Kyle (Joan), were born there. After a three year stay in

Regina the family moved to Calgary and set down roots in 1967. Gladys held many offi ce administration positions within Calgary, the longest with Calgary School Board. In their later years, Gladys and Hugh started up Kozy Korner, a crafts and giftware store in Midna-pore. It all started with her signature tea cozys and grew into a thriving retail business. In retirement they both worked part-time as interpreters at Heritage Park. In 2014 Gladys decided to move to White Rock, residing independently at White Cliff Residence. She will be remem-bered for her devotion to family and her love of all things Scottish. She is survived by her 3 children, 9 grandchildren and 7 great grand-children. The family would like to thank the staff at the Peace Arch Hospice and mom’s Nurse Practitioner Sue Peck. A Celebration of Gladys’s life will held at a later date for family and friends. In lieu of fl owers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society.

HOWE, Sylvia Jean Wilson Reid

April 8,1925 - Jan 1, 2016

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of a bright and constant spirit after a short illness at Peace Arch hospital.She was a loving mother to Donald, Neil and Sheryl and a caring Gabby to Valerie and Jennifer Smith. We miss you dearly. Take care of Sheryl and Neil. Sylvia did not want a ceremony.

God speed

DUNCANRoderick Donald

August 12, 1955 - November 24, 2015

It is with sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Rod.Celebration of his life will be from 2-4pm on January 16, 2016 at home of Tom and Yolanda Duncan, 5902 182nd St., Surrey BC.

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

6 IN MEMORIAM GIFTS

In Loving Memory

Thank you to those who have chosen in December to honour

their loved ones with a gift to Surrey Memorial

Hospital and the Jim Pattison Outpatient

Care and Surgery Centre.

604-588-3371championsforcare.com

Karen BaronElmer Beattie

Balwinder K. ChahalBernice ConveyPeter Devries

Gurmit S. HeerJack JonesGitta Lal

Anton LassnigRichard LoughranSadhu S. Luddu

Jack MitchellErich Rode

Theodore SchottsDick VanRanden

7 OBITUARIES

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

7 OBITUARIES

BC Cancer Foundation13750 96th AvenueSurrey, BC V3V 1Z2

604.930.4078bccancerfoundation.com

Supporting the BC Cancer Agency

7 OBITUARIES 7 OBITUARIES

To advertise in print:Call: 604-575-5555 Email: [email protected]

Self-serve: blackpressused.ca Career ads: localworkbc.ca

Browse more at:

A division of

blackpressused.caL O C A Lprint online

used.ca cannot be respon-sible for errors after the fi rst day of publication of any advertise-ment. Notice of errors on the fi rst day should immediately be called to the attention of the Classifi ed Department to be cor-rected for the following edition.

used.ca reserved the right to revise, edit, classify or reject any advertisement and to retain any answers directed to the used.ca Box Reply Service and to repay the customer the sum paid for the advertisement and box rental.

Copyright and/or properties sub-sist in all advertisement and in all other material appearing in this edition of used.ca. Permis-sion to reproduce wholly or in part and in any form whatsoever, particularly by a photographic or offset process in a publication must be obtained in writing from the publisher. Any unauthorized reproduction will be subject to recourse in law.

Advertisers are reminded that Provincial legislation forbids the publication of any adver-tisement which discriminates against any person because of race, religion, sex, colour, nationality, ancestry or place of origin, or age, unless the condi-tion is justifi ed by a bona fi de re-quirement for the work involved.

It is agreed by any Display or Classifi ed Advertiser request-ing space that the liability of the paper in the event of failure to publish an advertisement shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for that portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect item only, and that there shall be no liability in any event beyond the amount paid for such advertisement. The publisher shall not be liable for slight changes or typographi-cal errors that do not lessen the value of an advertisement.

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS ......... 1-8COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS .. 9-57TRAVEL .................................61-76CHILDREN ............................. 80-98EMPLOYMENT .................... 102-198BUSINESS SERVICES ............ 203-387PETS & LIVESTOCK ............... 453-483MERCHANDISE FOR SALE .... 503-587REAL ESTATE ..................... 603-696RENTALS .......................... 703-757AUTOMOTIVE .................... 804-862MARINE ........................... 903-920

ON THE WEB:

COPYRIGHT

DISCRIMINATORYLEGISLATION

AGREEMENT

INDEX IN BRIEF Looking for the ideal employee?

We offer the perfect

solution. Advertise your

job vacancy and be seen

by hundreds of potential

candidates searching the

classifi eds for their next

career move.

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

7 OBITUARIES

Contact us to placeyour loved one’s

Obituary or

In Memoriam NOTICE

In our family Announcements604-575-5555

34 www.peacearchnews.com Friday, January 8, 2016, Peace Arch News

Papers are delivered right to your door. No need to insert

fl yers either! Deliver 2x a week, after school, Wednesdays and Fridays. Call the Circulation Department at 604 542-7434

KIDS AND ADULTS NEEDED FOR CARRIER ROUTES

Route Number Boundaries Number of Papers 17002216 Finlay St, Lee St, Maple St, North Bluff Rd, Parker Pl, Russell Ave ...... ......................................................................................................................7617002220 Buena Vista Ave, Finlay St, Lee St, Maple St, Roper Ave, Thrift Ave ......................................................................................................................6918101407 140 St, 140A St, 141A St, 142 St, 18A Ave, 19 Ave, 19A Ave, 20 Ave, 20A Ave .......................................................................................................9318101411 141B St, 142 St, 142B St, 143A St, 16A Ave, 17A Ave, 18 Ave ...........12818101417 148 St, 148A St, 17 Ave, 18A Ave, Southmere Cres ............................11018102511 140 St 1600-1900 Blk ................................................................................10418102512 130 St, 16Ave, Summerhill Cres, Crt, Grove & Pl ..................................8818102514 136 St, 137 &137A St, 138 St, 138A St, 138B St, 139 St, 16 Ave, 17 &17A Ave, 18 Ave ...............................................................................15918102531 128 St, 128A St, 129 St, 18 Ave, 18B Ave, 19A Ave, 20 Ave ..................7718103607 126 St, 127 St, 26 Ave, 26A Ave, 27A Ave, 28 Ave .................................6318103629 124 St, 124B St, 127A St, 128 St, 24 Ave, 25 Ave ...................................9218107001 123 St, 124 St, 21A Ave, 22 Ave, Cove Pl, Harbourgreene Dr, Haven Pl ......................................................................................................................8318107009 127 St, 127A St, 19 Ave, 19A Ave, 20 Ave, Ocean Wind Dr .................7018107015 124 St, 124B St, 128 St, 23 Ave, 23A Ave, 24 Ave ..................................69

Foxridge Homes, a division of Qualico

is recognized as the largest intergrated real estate

company in Western Canada.

In the Vancouver area we are rapidly expanding and currently building new homes in Surrey, Coquitlam, Maple Ridge and Langley. With our rapid growth we are recruiting for the following positions: • Labourers • Level 2 or 3 First Aid, trained in site safety personnel • Carpenter/Back Framer/Foreman • Pre Occupancy/Warranty Service Representatives • Foundation Foreman/Supervisor • Foundation Crews • Framing Crews

We offer an excellent benefits program and an excellent remuneration package.

Forward your resume and covering letter to: [email protected]

Immediate Openings:

RAMP SERVICES AGENT Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

About Us: Swissport Canada Inc. is the leading Ground Services Provider to the aviation industry. Job Responsibilities:

Please send resume: [email protected] or Fax: 604.207.9941 or apply online: www.swissport.com

About Us: Swissport Canada Inc. is the leading Ground Services Provider to the aviation industry.Job Responsibilities:• Load and unload passenger luggage and cargo• Drive and/or operate ground support equipment• Other duties as assignedQualifications and Competencies:• Hold and maintain a valid B.C. drivers license and ability to obtain and maintain a YVR D/A license• Must be able to work in inclement weather• Flexible to work on various shifts (days, evening, nights, weekends, and holidays)• Lift heavy objects that could reach 70 pounds (32 kilograms)

CASH BONUS RETENTION PROGRAMPlease send resume: [email protected] or Fax: 604.207.9941or apply online: www.swissport.com

CALL CENTER REPRESENTATIVES WANTED

HandyDART Casual Call Center Representatives wanted for our Surrey location. Previous professional call center experience and/or experience working with persons with disabilities and/or senior citizen groups preferred. Fully paid training provided at $18.02 per hour. Pay upon completion of training increases to $25.40 per hour. Detailed instructions on how to apply can be found on our website at:

www.mvtcanada.com/careers

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

Custodian (On-Call)For more information about these opportunities please go to surreyschools.ca (Career opportunities – support staff) or makeafuture.ca/surrey.

SHELL BUSEY’SHome Improvements

“OVER 30 YEARS IN HOME IMPROVEMENTS”DEAL WITH A COMPANY YOUR FAMILY CAN TRUST!

Serving the Lower Mainland604.542.2236

CALL TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

www.askshell.comUnit #7 - 2320 King George Blvd. in South Surrey

**ALL RENOVATIONSALL RENOVATIONS**

HOMES, TOWNHOUSES & CONDOS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

30 HAPPY THOUGHTS

Lordy, Lordy, look who’s turning 40!

Brendan EitelLove Mom, Dad,

and all the Family!

33 INFORMATION

130 HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES.www.coverallbc.com

115 EDUCATION

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

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT SCHOOL. Hands-On Tasks. Start Weekly. GPS Training!

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

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

iheschool.com

OPTICAL TRAINING... in only 6-months

starts March 21st, 2016www.bccollegeofoptics.ca

BC College Optics 604.581.0101

130 HELP WANTED


124 FARM WORKERS

INTERNATIONAL HERBS (BC) Ltd growers of fresh herbs and vegeta-bles located in Surrey, British Co-lumbia is looking for 30 SEASONAL FARM LABOURERS Duties will incl (but are not limited to) the following: Seeding, Planting, Weeding, Har-vesting, Processing & Packaging. Ability to operate farm machinery is an asset. No skills or prior exp. re-quired. Hourly pay is $10.49. Work begins March 20th. Please apply in person, (only between 9am-4pm) at 4151 184th St. Surrey.

VEGETABLE FARM is looking for Seasonal Farm Worker for plant-ing, harvesting, weeding & packag-ing. $10.59/hour, 40 hrs/week. Con-tact Bill Cho Farms, 3728 176 St. Surrey, or ph/fax: (604)576-1490.

WA GARDEN, 17535 40 Ave., Sry req’s F/T vegetable workers. Weed, plant, package, harvest, good eye-hand co-ordination, some heavy lift-ing & good health. 40 hrs/wk. Start March 15. $10.49/hr. 604-313-1133

126 FRANCHISE

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

130 HELP WANTED


130 HELP WANTED

BE A PRODUCT SAMPLER

Miss talking to PEOPLE?Are you BORED?

Need extra MONEY? BC’s largest, most reputable demo company is hiring Contract Demonstrators for 6 - 10 days a month in local grocery stores.Who are you: • A reliable, mature adult• Man/woman, senior/retiree• A go-getter who loves people • Can work on your own• Enjoy simple cookingWhen do we need you: • Fri./Sat. &/or Sun. 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (available all 3 days) What do you need: • English reading & writing• Stand unaided 6-7 hr/day• Car is a must to carry supplies• Well groomed & bondable• Carry table & supplies• Food Safe to be obtainedTraining: • North BurnabyPay:• $11.50/hr. per hour to startJMP Marketing Services 604-294-3424, or toll-free1-800-991-1989 - local 30

CARRIERSEarn Extra $

ADULTS NEEDED TO DELIVER the Surrey Leader

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

Door to Door Delivery,Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays.

Please call 604-575-5342

Local HVAC company hiring for the following positions: sheet metal In-stallers, foreman, ticketed “B” gas fi tters, gas fi tter apprentices. Must have a valid driver’s license. Email resume to [email protected]


130 HELP WANTED

FT/PT POSITIONSAVAILABLE

Shifts: Mon-Sat, 9am-5pmMust have cashier experience

Grade 12 Math is an asset.

All interested candidates must present their resume in personMonday-Friday, 10am-3pm to:

Express Currency Exchange Ltd.15223 Russell Ave.

White Rock (No phone calls please)

131 HOME CARE/SUPPORT

In-Home Caregiver req for 93 old elderly lady. F/T. White Rock area. $17.50/hr. Exp./fl ex schedule a must. Responsible for her safety and well being during working hours. [email protected]

132 HOME STAY FAMILIES

HOME STAY FAMILIES NEEDEDfor short term and long term stay.

Single student $40. Dble $70. Must speak English 100% of the time. Email: mariastauntonhomestay

[email protected]

134 HOTEL, RESTAURANT,FOOD SERVICES

BUS PERSON requiredIn White Rock 2-3 evenings/week. Great job for student. Call Pierre after 2:30 pm at 604-531-6261

• Food Service Supervisor$12.75/hr. + Benefi ts

• Food Service Manager$20.43/hr. + Benefi ts

Required F/T for Tim Hortons - Surrey locations. Various Shifts -

Must be fl exible for Nights /Overnights / Early Mornings /

Weekends.

Fax Resume Attn. Surrey604-278-6726 or e-mail:

[email protected] by Western Bay

PERSONAL SERVICES

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

PERSONAL SERVICES

182 FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

206 APPLIANCE REPAIRS

Peace Arch Appliance

Service to fridges,stoves, washers, dryers

& dishwashers. Reasonable.

Also Appliance RemovalCall Mark (604)536-9092

236 CLEANING SERVICES

E & M MAINTENANCEWINDOW WASHING

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

Eric 604-541-1743

A MAID 2 CLEAN All Your Cleaning Needs

Weekly • Biweekly • MonthlyResidential & Commercial

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

778-883-4262

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

EUROPEAN LADY - Experienced housecleaning. Avail. weekends.

Affordable rates. Call 778-240-8706

239 COMPUTER SERVICES

.computer service

257 DRYWALL

FLATTEN POPCORN CEILINGS

Update your home with beautiful fl at ceilings

* No Scraping * No Sanding * No Mess

CALL FRIENDLY BENJAMIN 604-230-7928

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

BBB Accredited Member

287 HOME IMPROVEMENTS


260 ELECTRICAL

JC BROWN ELECTRICLOW RATES • Licensed • Bonded

• Expert trouble shooter24/7 • 100% Guaranteed

604-617-1774

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

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

est. Bonded. #14758 604-353-1519

269 FENCING

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

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

275 FLOOR REFINISHING/INSTALLATIONS

HARDWOOD FLOORREFINISHING

✶ Repairs & Staining ✶ Installation

✶ Free Estimates

Century Hardwood Floors 604-376-7224

www.centuryhardwood.com

281 GARDENING

DHALIWAL GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING

F Grass cutting - 1-4 x monthF Hedge Trimming & Pruning F Winter Clean-up

10% off with this ad20% off Regular Lawn Maint.

Comm/Res, Free Estimates. Call Joe 604-220-4442

ELECT SERVICESTree Pruning, Topping & Removal

Hedge Trimming ~ DisposalFull Landscape &

Maintenance ServicesInsured ~ WCB Over 25 yrs Exp.*Free Estimate *Seniors Discount

Call 778-245-5006

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

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

283A HANDYPERSONS

AT YOUR SERVICE. Carpentry, Concrete, Painting, Rubbish

Removal. Call Dave (604)999-5056

HOME REPAIR, CARPENTRY & DESIGN✔ Minor electrical & plumbing

✔ Painting ✔ Landscaping✔ Fence & Drywall Repairs

✔ Custom woodwork✔AutoCAD design specialist

Helping Seniors My Specialty604 - 916 - 0739


HOME renovation & repairs www.dtcarpentryltd.com

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

FULL RENOVATIONS Including Kitchens,

Bathrooms, Man Caves& Basement Suites

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

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES 109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

130 HELP WANTED

604-575-5555...Call Us Now!

604-575-5555.

604-575-5555

604-575-5555.

To Place An Ad Call 604-575-5555

Peace Arch News Friday, January 8, 2016 www.peacearchnews.com 35



Handyman fromNewfoundland

Honest, reliable, quality workat good prices. Fully insured.

Bathroom repairs, reno’s, taps + sink, shower, tiling, fl ooring -laminate. Painting, drywalling,

basement reno’s, door & window trim, baseboard, back

splashes, cabinets, range hoods, fence & deck repair + replace, pressure washing &

more. Call Robert 778-227-7779

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

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

Call Bob at 604-830-1322BBB Accredited Member

288 HOME REPAIRSHANDYMAN

Home Repair Services - 45 Yrs ExpCall or Text Henry 604-868-5441

320 MOVING & STORAGE

AFFORDABLE MOVERSwww.affordablemoversbc.com

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

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

604-537-4140


320 MOVING & STORAGE

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

B & B MOBILE SERVICES

604-536-6620FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1973

rrs TM

www.BBmoving.ca

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

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

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

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

Danish Quality

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

~ PRO PAINTERS ~INTERIOR / EXTERIORQuality Work, Free Estimates

Member of Better Business BureauWCB INSURED

Vincent 543-7776


329 PAINTING & DECORATING

AJM PAINTING

Ticketed Painter. N/S. In Business 25 Yrs. A+ Rating

BBB, WCB & LIABILITYCell 604-837-6699

1 Room-$89/Rm Incl Benjamin Moore Paint. Dave, 604-614-3416

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

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

PAINT SPECIAL3 rooms for $299

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

completed. Ask us about ourLaminate Flooring.

PRISM PAINTING CO.Re-Paint Specialist15 Years Experience

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

Call Sunny,778-893-1786

NORTH STARS PAINTINGwww.northstars-painting.com

AMAZING WORK,AMAZING VALUE!

778.245.9069


338 PLUMBING

Home Plumbing ServiceWATER HEATER

REPLACEMENT SPECIALISTS*Same Day Service

*$200 FortisBC Rebate*BBB: A+ Rating *Firm Quotes

Call (604) 542-4663www.homeplumbingservice.ca

.604.536.2216 www.bhserviceplumbing.org

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

Call Aman: 778-895-2005

A Gas Fitter ✭ PlumberFurnaces, Boilers, Hot Water

Heating, Hotwater Tanks, Drain/Duct Cleaning

& Plumbing Jobs.

✭ 604-312-7674 ✭✭ 604-507-4606 ✭

356 RUBBISH REMOVAL

.Russells Rubbish Removal 604-787-7355 White Rock / South Surrey

Always ReddyRubbish RemovalResidential / Commercial

• Respectful • Reliable• Responsible • Affordable Rates

All Rubbish, Junk & Recycling needs.

Johnson 778-999-2803

ABIAN RUBBISH

REMOVAL

PROMPT & RELIABLE.Free Estimates.(604)897-3423

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

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


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

373B TILING

A-1 Ceramics, Marble, Glass blocks Install/Repair. Res./Comm. 20 yrs

exp. Peter’s Tile 604-209-0173

PETS

477 PETS

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

GERMAN Shepherd pups. Working line. Black. 11 wks old, 1 left. $750. 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

506 APPLIANCES

Peace Arch Appliance

Service to fridges,stoves, washers, dryers

& dishwashers. Reasonable.

Also Appliance RemovalCall Mark (604)536-9092

545 FUEL

ALDER, BIRCH, MAPLE MIX. Cut up to 16’’ lengths, split, seasoned, ready to burn. $260 a 4 x 4 x 8 cord delivered. Call 604-339-9077

551 GARAGE SALES

13330 - 20th Ave S.SrySaturday. January 9th 9am-12noon.

Furniture & household items. Rain or shine

DINING Suite, china cabinet, leath-er loveseat with wood details, plus other items. $ neg. (604)541-4213

Garage Sale-South Surrey1938 - 154A St. Sat. & Sun.Jan. 9th & 10th, 9am - 3pm

Furniture & Home Decor

Moving Sale15455 - 19th Ave. S. Surrey

Sat. Jan. 9th, 9am - 3pm

560 MISC. FOR SALE

4416 KEYCHAINS, new in orig. package + 5 new Keychain racks. $2800/fi rm. (778)239-9517

563 MISC. WANTED

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

Call today to set up anappointment 604-467-9232 Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms

REAL ESTATE

625 FOR SALE BY OWNER

172nd/0 Ave 1/2 acre development property with house. For more info call 604-767-7099 no agents please

For Sale By OwnerAre you looking to move closer toVancouver, fully furnished White

Rock Condo - $195,000:Owner 778-988-2055

627 HOMES WANTED

WANTED: fi xer upper detached hse in W.Rock, S.Surrey, Delta, Langley Private Buyer. (604)833-2103

Working family with two kids is look-ing for 3+ bedroom detached house up to 750.000$ in South Sur-rey/White Rock. 604 808 2112

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS

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

PARK SPACES AVAILABLEREPOSSESSIONS 1974-2010

www.glenbrookhomes.netChuck 604-830-1960

Trades. Financing. Permits.

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDO

ACTIVE SENIOR1 & 2 Bedrooms availWell maintained Concrete High Rise in White Rock

close to shopping.Swimming Pool &

All Amenities.UTILITIES INCLUDED. NS/NP

Call 604-538-5337

CRESTWOOD MANOR1321 Foster St.

Bachelor $795/moIN WELL MAINTAINED

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

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

KIWANIS PARK PLACE12850 26th Ave. Surrey

55+ Crescent Beach

Clean, cozy 1 bdrm apts.Close to Crescent Beach, park

and transit, easy transit to White Rock shopping, N/S N/P.Pick your fl oor and rent.1st - $766; 2nd - $794; 3rd- $821; 4th - $838.

Call Lisa to view-604-538-9669www.kiwanisparkplace.com

Skyline AptsWhite Rock

Bachelor, 1 & 2 bdrmsCall for Availability

White Rock, Live-In Manager Hot Water & u/g parking incl.

Call 604-536-8499www.cycloneholdings.ca

~ Fir Apartments ~1455 Fir St WHITE ROCK

1 Bdrm units avail nowHeat & hot wtr incl.

Swimming pool & rec roomOn site mgr

Call 604-536-0379

WHITE ROCK. 1 bdrm, 3rd fl oor, no elevators. N/S, N/P. $780/mo incl heat, h/w, cable & prkg. Avail now.Refs & Credit check. 604-385-0275

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

WHITE ROCKSUNSET VILLA

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

Available January 1Call for appt to view

778.878.0782

707 APARTMENT FURNISHED

WHITE ROCK furn’d designer bach ste on 17th fl r, Miramar Village. City & north mtn view. N/S, N/P. $1350 incl utils, cbl/ph/wifi , inste lndry, u/g prkg/locker. Avl now. 604-535-3515

RENTALS

736 HOMES FOR RENT

Homelife Pen. Property 604-536-0220

.Hugh & McKinnon Rentals 604-541-5244.

Surrey 168/24 charming 2 bdrm hse + fully furnished garage & sep out/bldg & shed fresh paint lots of upgrades. 1.5 fncd acre sm pet Ok across fr new pool. Avail Feb 1. $2850/mo. 604-626-8169

WHITE ROCK Oceanview FURN nr #99 & beach, 2 bdrm, garage, ns/np. Jan 15. $2400 604-302-9188

741 OFFICE/RETAIL

OFFICE SPACES*ROSEMARY CENTRE

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

*WHITE ROCK SQUARE1480 Foster Street

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

750 SUITES, LOWER

WHITE Rock 1 Bdrm self enclosed modern bsmt ste. 1/2 Blk to beach, Ideal for sgl prof or senior. N/P, N/S All incl, $1000/mo. (778)292-0630

751 SUITES, UPPER

OCEAN PARK. Stroll to Crescent Beach. 3 Bdr, 2 baths, 1300 sq/ft upper main fl oor, large sundeck, great front & backyard, f/p, h/w fl oors, bright modern kitchen, d/w, w/d. Quiet street, nr schools/transit. NS/NP, $1800/mo +shared utils.Avail immed. Call 604-542-1904.

757 WANTED TO RENT

WANTED 1 or 2 bdrm apt in White Rock Non-smkg ht & ht wtr, ug prkg stor incl. Elevator patio 1 cat ok $800-$1100. Call 778-872-9153

TRANSPORTATION

818 CARS - DOMESTIC

2008 HYUNDAI ACCENT, 2 dr hatch, 70K, auto, a/c, p/w, p/l,

black, $5000 fi rm. 604-538-9257

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVALThe Scrapper

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

$$$ PAID FOR SOME. 604.683.2200

604-575-5555

DO YOU OFFER HOME SERVICES?Home Improvements, Landscaping,

Rubbish Removal, etc...Call today to place your ad

604-575-5555


Innovative Sleep Solutions#10-3033 KING GEORGE BLVD. • 604-536-9380

innovativesleep.ca

We Strive to Sell the Healthiest

Beds in Canada!We won’t be Undersold!

• 100% Certi ed Organic Latex• Medical Magnet Beds• CertiPUR Foams• Adjustable Beds• No Off Gasses!• Cabedza™ Cabinet Beds

Adjustable Base

Store Wide Sale On Now!

Peace Arch News, January 08, 2016

Documents

Transcript of Peace Arch News, January 08, 2016