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A mall developer that owns large tracts of land along Lougheed High- way in Pitt Meadows is voicing its support to pave a large portion of the site. In a letter to Pitt Meadows coun- cil, Smart!Centres stressed that any development which sets aside land for agriculture would see the com- pany contribute much less towards the construction of an east-west road, proposed by the city to draw traffic off Old Dewdney Trunk. The proposed road is also es- sential to service the undeveloped commercial strip, west of Meadow Gardens Way, as the province has refused to allow the city to cre- ate an access point along busy Lougheed Hwy. “It is the only option that will pro- vide Pitt Meadows with sufficient developable area to make the ... construction of the road economi- cally feasible,” wrote land develop- ment manager, Andrew Sinclair. Neely happy to be back in cup hunt. p25 B.C. Views Yale treaty is toughest test yet. p6 Gerry Briffett wants to follow the rules. And if the District of Maple Ridge’s sign bylaw requires him to remove a banner hanging from his Gold Rush Jewellers store on 224th Street, he’ll do that. But he wants to know why he’s be- ing picked on and dozens of other businesses throughout Maple Ridge are allowed to keep theirs flying. “Why should we take down our sign and nobody else has to take down their sign? That’s the issue.” Briffett was told earlier this year by the bylaws department to remove the banner that runs above his store on 224th Street, next to the Tim Hortons. He was told that all shops, restau- rants, car lots and gas stations have to do so under the bylaw and was giv- en only a day to comply or be fined. But more than 30 other businesses in the downtown still have their signs up, and more than 100 along the high- way, he pointed out in a March letter to Maple Ridge’s bylaws department. A few weeks ago, Gold Rush put its banner back up – only to be told to take it down, which Briffett did. On the other hand, another store nearby had its sign up for more than a month. Briffett wrote another letter in April to the Maple Ridge bylaws de- partment, as well as councillors, say- ing only five businesses are being targeted for not complying with the sign bylaw. Jeweller would comply if other businesses treated same way THE NEWS Bylaws leaning on stores over signs Colleen Flanagan/THE NEWS Royal Party Miss Pitt Meadows 2011, Rose Smyth shares a laugh with her attendants, Natasha Crawford, and Kaitlynn Gresham, while they wait for the opening ceremo- nies to begin at Pitt Meadows Day at Harris Road Park on Saturday. For story and more photos, see p4. ‘Pave most of connector property’ See Road, p19 See Signs, p19 Opinion 6 Tom Fletcher 6 Letters 7 Business Profile 20 Arts&life 21 Sports 25 Classifieds 28 Index Wednesday, June 8, 2011 · Serving Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows · est. 1978 · 604-467-1122 · 50¢ www.mapleridgenews.com Arts&life Sound healing for the soul. p21 Briffett by Phil Melnychuk staff reporter by Monisha Martins staff reporter Or Smart!Centres would only help pay for smaller portion TOYOTA WEST COAST FORD LINCOLN WEST COAST WEST COAST WEST COAST TOLL FREE 1-866-772-1929 TOLL FREE 1-866-208-8820 located at the north end of the new golden ears bridge westcoastautogroup.com TOLL FREE 1-866-910-1579 TOLL FREE 1-866-334-2119 19950 Lougheed Hwy., Pitt Meadows 20000 Lougheed, Pitt Meadows 20370 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge 19625 Lougheed Hwy., Maple Ridge See page 16 - 17

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A mall developer that owns large tracts of land along Lougheed High-way in Pitt Meadows is voicing its support to pave a large portion of the site.

In a letter to Pitt Meadows coun-cil, Smart!Centres stressed that any development which sets aside land for agriculture would see the com-pany contribute much less towards the construction of an east-west road, proposed by the city to draw traffi c off Old Dewdney Trunk.

The proposed road is also es-sential to service the undeveloped commercial strip, west of Meadow Gardens Way, as the province has refused to allow the city to cre-ate an access point along busy Lougheed Hwy.

“It is the only option that will pro-vide Pitt Meadows with suffi cient developable area to make the ... construction of the road economi-cally feasible,” wrote land develop-ment manager, Andrew Sinclair.

Neely happy to be back in cup hunt. p25B.C. ViewsYale treaty is toughest test yet. p6

Gerry Briffett wants to follow the rules.

And if the District of Maple Ridge’s sign bylaw requires him to remove a

banner hanging from his Gold Rush Jewellers store on 224th Street, he’ll do that.

But he wants to know why he’s be-ing picked on and dozens of other businesses throughout Maple Ridge are allowed to keep theirs fl ying.

“Why should we take down our sign and nobody else has to take down their sign? That’s the issue.”

Briffett was told earlier this year by the bylaws department to remove the

banner that runs above his store on 224th Street, next to the Tim Hortons.

He was told that all shops, restau-rants, car lots and gas stations have to do so under the bylaw and was giv-en only a day to comply or be fi ned.

But more than 30 other businesses in the downtown still have their signs up, and more than 100 along the high-way, he pointed out in a March letter to Maple Ridge’s bylaws department.

A few weeks ago, Gold Rush put

its banner back up – only to be told to take it down, which Briffett did. On the other hand, another store nearby had its sign up for more than a month.

Briffett wrote another letter in April to the Maple Ridge bylaws de-partment, as well as councillors, say-ing only fi ve businesses are being targeted for not complying with the sign bylaw.

Jeweller would comply if other businesses treated same way

THE NEWS

Bylaws leaning on stores over signs

Colleen Flanagan/THE NEWS

Royal PartyMiss Pitt Meadows 2011, Rose Smyth shares a laugh with her attendants, Natasha Crawford, and Kaitlynn Gresham, while they wait for the opening ceremo-nies to begin at Pitt Meadows Day at Harris Road Park on Saturday. For story and more photos, see p4.

‘Pave most of connector property’

See Road, p19

See Signs, p19

Opinion 6

Tom Fletcher 6

Letters 7

Business Profi le 20

Arts&life 21

Sports 25

Classifi eds 28

Index

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A recent move by Fraser Health to treat increasing numbers of seniors in their homes has upset seniors

advocates who believe the local health au-thority is discharging patients too quickly from hospitals to save money.

Peter Church is the building manager of Maple Ridge Towers, a non-profit housing facility that offers rent as low as $340 a month to low-income seniors and those 55 and over with a disability.

While the apartment building is meant to house seniors capable of living indepen-dently, Church says the building is quickly turning into a care home, something it was not designed to be.

“Some of the conditions they live in are terrible, they can’t take care of themselves,” he said. “They shouldn’t be here.”

Church believes the seniors with chronic conditions are being released home from hospital when they should be going to an assisted care facility instead.

Although many at the facility receive home care nursing services from Fraser Health, Church says the services they offer aren’t always adequate.

“Some of these people are living in fi lth,” he said. “They might have someone come around once a week, but that’s not enough.”

Church says while he is well within his rights to evict tenants who are unable or unwilling to care for themselves, it’s a route he’s hesitant to take.

“I’m not going to put a wounded, ill man on the streets to fend for himself,” he said. “But, at the same time, there’re 64 people here who I have to think about, who could be threatened by infection and disease.”

Carl Meadows, director of home health services for Fraser Health, says the move towards treating seniors with chronic conditions at home is meant to keep them healthier, longer.

“Fraser Health is really changing its para-digm [regarding seniors’ care],” said Mead-ows.

“Home is best. We know for seniors, acute care is not the place for them. They are sus-ceptible to infection and weight loss.

“We want them out of the hospital as fast as they are able, but we want to make sure people have their needs met.”

Building residential care facilities to ac-commodate the rapidly aging population would cost too much, said Meadows, and in

20 years time, those buildings would likely be vacant.

“There’s no way possible for the health system to meet that demand,” said Mead-ows. “Home health is a much more cost-ef-fective model.”

Currently there are close to 14,000 cli-ents Fraser Health cares for through home health in the region. Meanwhile, Fraser Health’s 7,400 residential care beds are at 98

per cent capacity.Once released from the hospital, a care

plan is developed with a case manager and a nurse or health care provider is assigned to visit the home of a patient to manage medication, provide cleaning services, or cook meals.

However, one of the most diffi cult chal-lenges home care nurses face are patients who refuse service, says Meadows.

“Some seniors are stubbornly indepen-dent and they don’t want somebody in their home,” he said. “That puts us in a diffi cult situation, because it is their choice, and they have a right to do that.”

Bob Kerfoot’s 97-year-old mother was re-cently released from hospital, and instead of being transferred to residential care, Fraser Health opted to provide her with home care. Kerfoot said his mother was of-fered four visits a day, to clean her and cook her meals. But because there is no one avail-able through the night, should she have an issue, Kerfoot inevitably gets the call.

“I cannot look after her,” said Kerfoot. “I am 75 and have had surgery for a ruptured abdominal aorta, and have COPD [Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease].”

Kerfoot already has to look after his wife, who has just fi nished radiation for double lung cancer, and still has treatment to un-dergo.

“It is tearing me apart,” he said. “They are going to send her home to lay in bed and die.”

Heather Treleaven, head of the Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Katzie Seniors’ Net-work, said, while home health care has obvi-ous advantages, there still needs to be more publicly-funded facilities that offer residen-tial care for seniors.

“It’s the low-income seniors who are at risk, because they can’t afford private care,” she said. “We understand the finan-cial pressures staff at Fraser Health are under, but there is a need there.”

Move to home care rankles seniors advocates

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Peter Church shows the living conditions of one senior tenant at Maple Ridge Towers who he feels should not be in home care.

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Thousands turned out for the 73rd annual Pitt Mead-ows Day celebration on Sat-urday.

In fact, crowds were dou-ble what they were last year, said Richard Keltie of the Pitt Meadows Day Soci-ety.

“It’s the best year we’ve ever had, there’s no doubt about it,” declares Keltie.

He attributes great adver-tising in combination with the beautiful weather for the high turnout.

Thousands turned out for the parade, says Keltie.

“And despite the hockey game, there was still a good turn out for the barbeque.”

There were 77 entries and close to 12,050 participants in the parade, which started at 11 a.m. at Blakely Rd. and Hammond Rd. and made its way through Pitt Meadows to Harris Rd. and McMyn

Rd..Early risers were able to

enjoy the Lions Club pan-cake breakfast at Heritage Hall. Opening ceremonies took place at 1 p.m. and in-cluded the crowning of Miss Pitt Meadows 2011, the Citi-zen of the Year award, the Lynn Papp Community Ser-vices Award and the presen-tation of parade trophies.

Rose Smyth was crowned Miss Pitt Meadows 2011.

Nikki McLaren won the Lynn Papp award.

Shirley Murphy was

named citizen of the year.All day Saturday there

was entertainment both outdoors and in and activi-ties for the whole family.

Crafters lined Harris Road Park selling everything from fl ower planters to traditional hooked rugs to wooden toys.

This is the most there has ever been, says Pitt Mead-ows Day Society president George Coghlin. There were 40 crafters who took part this year, compared to only 11 last year.

Coghlin admits that he was concerned about this year’s barbeque hosted by the Pitt Meadows fi re de-partment, coinciding with Game 2 of the Stanley Cup fi nals, involving the Van-couver Canucks.

“Attendance was a little down from last year [for the barbeque],” he acknowledg-es. “But the barbeque, nev-ertheless, went well.”

So did the fi reworks, which took place at 10 p.m..

All in all, Coghlin thought the day was fabulous. He

was thrilled with the turn out and by the people par-ticipating on the fi rst really nice day of the year.

“We’ll be having a wrap up meeting soon,” to discuss

the success of this years festival, Coghlin said of the Pitt Meadows Day commit-tee. “Then we’ll get down to work again in the fall,” for next year.

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Phoenix Desiletes, 8, throws a water balloon at a Pitt Meadows firefighter during the Pitt Meadows Day parade on Saturday.

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A medical marijuana grow operation in Maple Ridge producing a much larger crop than permit-ted has been busted by Mounties.

Police got a warrant to search the property in 26000-block of 112th Avenue on May 26 after receiving information about illegal activity.

The rural property was the site of two ap-proved Health Canada medical marijuana pro-duction licenses.

One license permitted the production of 122 marijuana plants, while the second allowed for 98.

When police executed the warrant, they found a total of 1,490 plants – seven times larger than allowed.

In addition to the mar-ijuana, police seized

a R44 helicopter, two pickup trucks and three 30- to 40-foot, enclosed mobile marihuana grow labs that were not yet in use.

“During this investi-gation, it became very clear to police that marijuana from this li-censed operation was

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Two men inside a barn where the pot was being grown and a third was arrested inside a house on the property.

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VICTORIA – The treaty with the Yale First Nation in the Fraser Canyon was hastily approved as the B.C. legislature adjourned for the summer last week.

This treaty was by far the most sig-nificant work of the legislature session, and it may make or break the hugely expensive B.C. treaty effort.

Yet it received all of four hours of debate during the abbreviated spring legislature session and will probably get little attention when it reaches the House of Commons for final approval.

A few eyebrows were raised when Chief Justice Lance Finch of the B.C. Court of Appeal entered the legislature to give royal assent to the treaty and a handful of other bills.

This would normally be the duty of Lt.-Gov. Steven Point, but he was on a four-day visit to promote literacy at reserves in the Quesnel and Williams Lake area.

I’m advised by the lieutenant-gov-ernor’s staff that this trip had been scheduled for some time, and his ab-sence had nothing to do with the treaty awaiting his signature. It is purely a coincidence that Point is a former tribal chair of the Sto:lo Nation, which sent a delegation to the legislature to protest the Yale treaty just before it was tabled.

The only substantive scrutiny of the

treaty, and the only vote against it, came from independent Cariboo North MLA Bob Simpson. He stressed that he supports the Yale’s right to a treaty, but detailed the Sto:lo’s objections.

Their central objection is that the 150-member Yale band is an arbitrary creation of the Indian Act, a splinter group of the larger Sto:lo Nation.

The treaty formalizes the Yale’s con-trol over key canyon fishing and rack drying sites that were vital to survival for thousands of years.

Ottawa outlawed transfer of native hereditary property rights in its notori-ous potlatch law of 1884, and native fish sales in 1888.

This disrupted whatever order had been imposed by Sto:lo clans on the fishing sites. Some Sto:lo people were moved south to reserves in the Fraser Valley, where they were expected to abandon their traditional ways and become farmers.

Sto:lo Nation president Joe Hall put it to me this way: “I don’t want to be like Donald Trump and look at people’s birth certificates, but the Yale are a Sto:lo band. They would have been chased out of there a long time ago if they weren’t.”

In the treaty debate, Simpson put it to Aboriginal Relations Minister Mary Polak that the federal and provin-cial governments have resorted to a “first-past-the-post” system to force progress on treaties. He said the tiny Yale community gets a huge advantage by completing a treaty, while some Sto:lo bands remain at an early stage of negotiations and still others aren’t in treaty talks.

Polak cited a section that is now stan-dard in modern treaties. It protects the constitutional rights of other aborigi-nals where a court upholds a claim to Yale territory, which they will soon own as fee-simple property.

Polak insisted the Yale treaty will ease tensions in the disputed fishing sites, where violent incidents have taken place. She argued that exclusive access to the main areas of dispute was long ago included in the Yale’s original reserves. The treaty will provide a process for temporary access by other people, native and non-native.

We will see if she is right, perhaps as early as this summer.

There are two regions of B.C. where the encroachment of European settlers led to shooting wars with aboriginal people. One was the Cariboo-Chilcotin and the other was the Fraser Canyon.

Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press

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When it comes to the Canada Postal workers strike, one question is likely to be asked a lot. Something like this, perhaps: “Who will no-tice?”

But the same factors that make regular ‘snail’ mail less relevant are also likely to turn the 24-hour strikes by the postal workers’ union in to a longer one, perhaps rivalling the epic postal strikes of the ’70s and early ’80s.

The difference this time is that the union is in a far weaker bargaining position.

Courier services and e-mail have cut deeply into Canada Post’s core business – even having bills arrive by e-mail is no longer uncommon, and paying bills electronically is nearing univer-sality – so a postal strike no longer has the pos-sibility of bringing commerce to a standstill.

That’s not to say that Canada Post is unneces-sary.

Social assistance cheques of various kinds still arrive via mail and, except for hand delivery, the mail is the most effective way of getting original copies of documents across the country.

But what a lengthy strike will do is encourage people to make even more use of direct deposit, electronic communications and courier services as a substitute, hastening the transformation of Canada Post into just another commercial cou-rier service, moving farther away from its prime position of being Canada’s offi cial carrier.

Both sides in this dispute have a lot to lose if a protracted strike occurs.

Both sides in this issue need to take a step back and consider how the public will react to the strike.

They then need to sit down at the table and keep at the negotiations until they fi nd an ac-ceptable compromise.

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EDITOR, THE NEWS:Re: Ranch hand charged

in shooting (The News, June 1).

Harold Schienke has been charged with one count of careless use of a fi rearm for attempting to defend against a criminal act re-peated within two days.

I put forth the opinion previously that the crimi-nal justice system, and in this case the RCMP, in par-ticular, are clearly, patent-ly and obviously incapable of fulfi lling their mandate of protecting the law-abid-

ing, responsible citizen taxpayer.

The most recent develop-ments in this case seem to confi rm this.

Seems it is easier and certainly more expedient to go after the soft-target citizen versus the more diffi cult work of remov-ing real criminals from our midst.

Had the police not been called after the fi rst break-in, I could perhaps see the reasoning behind the charge against Mr. Schien-ke.

Unless there is informa-tion to the contrary, this is not the case; the police had been involved from the fi rst incident and had failed to protect the citizenry from a repeat offence by the same thieves; ergo, I must be responsible for my own protection and safety.

Nay, nay say the law to that.

It would just not do to have the citizens be self-reliant.

This clearly sanctifi es the notion in the minds of the criminal element that

you, me and your next door neighbour are there to be merely victimized, and at the end of the day the criminal justice system will not only fail to protect that same said citizen, rather it will choose prosecution should you defend yourself.

Mr. Schienke should be nominated for citizen of the year, while the crimi-nal justice system and the RCMP, in particular, should hang their collective heads in shame.

GREGG ROGERS

MAPLE RIDGE

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Food chain lawFrom: Teresa Binkle, posted on www.mapleridgenews.com.Re: Problem bear will be hunted, killed (The News, June 1).The perks of living in a rural area: amazing scenery, privacy, space and, of course, wildlife, which includes such predatory animals as bears, coyotes, and cougars. When I was a kid, I grew up on a farm. We had chickens, goats and a horse. We also unofficially had deer, cougars and bears. One day we came home from an outing to find our chickens all over the field, most of them mangled and dead. Most likely from a bear and its cubs. Our first thought was to put the remaining chickens out of their misery, then repair the damage to the coop. There was never a thought to go after the bears that caused this carnage. We knew it was part of living in the country. Bears will always be predators. It’s survival of the fittest. They’re just following the laws of the food chain. As humans, we need to learn to co-exist with wildlife. Why is it almost always decided to kill off our problems? If you look at the bigger picture, we have caused the prob-lems. We have taken away the animals natural habitats by pushing them out of their homes to build more of us. They are just trying to survive in an ever changing environment. People need to be more responsible to ensure we have these amazing animals for the future. Imagine a world where we have only pictures to show our future generations the bears of the world.

EDITOR, THE NEWS:There was a time back in

the 1980s and early 1990s when B.C. was a solid ex-porter of electricity.

Our dams could generate more than we could use, and exporting our surplus was very profi table for us. It brought big money into the province and helped pay

for health care, education and all sorts of other gov-ernment services we expect to have access to.

However, we haven’t built any dams since the mid-1980s and now we’re import-ing electricity.

Why have we stopped building dams and profi ting from the electricity resourc-

es we have, including new sources of electricity like wind energy, tidal power and run-of-the-river hydro?

It makes no sense to me that we are not availing our-selves of these exportable resources.

Health care and education aren’t getting any cheaper, and using our resources to

help pay for the government services we want and ex-pect makes complete sense to me.

We need to get back to being a solid electricity ex-porter rather than being the importers we’ve become. It just makes sense.

SANDRA ROBINSON

MAPLE RIDGE

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On the phone, it’s clear how much Chewy means to Bernie Watts.

Through sobs and paus-es she explains how the mutt has helped her and her husband get through the aftermath of deaths in the family and of how Chewy has helped the couple get out of the house and meet more people.

“He’s changed our lives so drastically,” she says.

But Chewy has grown too large for their town-house on Ford Road in Pitt Meadows.

The boxer-Boston terrier-bulldog-beagle-mix has outgrown the 35-centimetre limit al-lowed by the complex’s bylaw and, as a result, the strata council says the dog has to go.

“It’s been pretty bad,” she says.

Unfortunately for Ber-nie and her husband, Jordan Watts, Chewy followed the boxer side in his lineage and grew taller than the limit and has now reached a height of about 48 cm.

Watts got a letter

from the strata council in April, warning her that her dog was over height.

“Now, they’re threat-ening us with $600 fi nes a month. If we don’t [move], we have to get rid of him by June 30.”

Watts says Chewy’s appearance is drawing attention to him. While he won’t win any beau-ty contests, he’s friends with everyone. When a stranger enters the townhouse, he ambles down the stairs for a

sniff, then within mo-ments is lying down at the stranger’s feet.

When Jordan takes him for a walk, kids fl ock to him and recog-nize his amber-striped appearance. Chewy is gentle enough that Ber-nie even brings him to work.

Chewy (his full name is Chewbarka), was adopted late last year from a dog rescue soci-ety in Vancouver called Bully Buddies.

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A Pitt Meadows farmer wants the city’s mayor to stop pushing for regula-tions that restrict the size and location of homes on farmland because its municipal council turfed similar rules two years ago.

Don MacDonald, who owns a farm on McQuar-rie Road, is tired of see-ing Mayor Don MacLean voice support for the reg-ulations, the latest plat-form being an article in the Western Producer.

“I know that council

is not in favour of it be-cause they are the ones that canned it before,” said MacDonald.

“I’m hoping they come out and say something.”

Metro Vancouver is asking the provincial agriculture ministry to introduce standard-ized rules to control the placement and size of the residential footprint of homes in the Agricultur-al Land Reserve (ALR).

While two cities – Delta and Richmond – have lo-cal bylaws that impose restrictions, opposition from property owners have prompted other councils such as Pitt

Meadows and Surrey to shelve similar efforts.

If the city-by-city patch-work of rules contin-ues, Metro offi cials say, people who want to build manor homes on farm-land will fl ock to cities without bylaws, or look further east in the Fraser Valley Regional District.

MacDonald wonders why Pitt Meadows’ may-or is sitting on an agri-cultural committee when he’s stated he won’t be seeking re-election this year.

“It bothers me big time because it’s an invasion of my liberty,” he said. “Somebody wants to

tell me where I build my house on my property, that really ticks me off.”

Although the mayor acknowledges his city rejected farm home plate regulations in 2009, he stresses he’s speaking as regional director rep-resenting Metro Van-couver, an organization comprised of 24 munici-pal authorities.

“I understand and ap-preciate that council doesn’t want to pass a bylaw and that’s fi ne,” said MacLean. “But it’s a regional issue. Every municipality that has substantial farm hold-ings has this problem. My council is fully aware that my comments were made as a member of [Metro Vancouver’s] ag-ricultural committee.”

City councillors, though, have voiced their frustration with the mayor’s support for the regulations.

Coun. Deb Walters, who’ll be seeking the mayor’s seat come No-vember, said she direct-ed staff in February to send a report to Metro Vancouver that outlines council’s concerns about the regulations. She hopes the province asks cities for their input be-fore moving ahead with

any changes.“We have to decided

what the defi nition of farming is. Once we have a concrete defi nition, we can decide if we need farm home plates,” said Walters, adding that Pitt Meadows already has bylaws that restrict the height, size and setbacks of homes on agricultural land.

“I think we do a good job managing it in Pitt Meadows.”

But Couns. John Beck-er and Doug Bing agree that regulations that gov-ern farmland should be set by the province.

“There are challenges to moving it forward at a local government level,” said Becker, noting he “still has the scars” for being the only council-lor who supported the farm home plate bylaw in 2009.

“It has to come prob-ably through the agricul-tural land commission.”

Bing, who’ll also be vy-ing for the mayor’s seat, thinks city-by-city rules make no sense.

“I believe there should be some restrictions,” said Bing. “But they need to come from the prov-ince.”

– with fi les from Jeff Nagel

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The Council of the District of Maple Ridge gives notice that it is proposing to undertake a local area service on its own initiative to grant money to the Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association that has, as one of its aims, the planning and implementation of a business promotion scheme for the Downtown Business Improvement Area (BIA). The business promotion scheme includes:

Marketing and promotionsA. Safety and security improvements B. Beautifi cation, including general clean up, graffi ti removal, bannersC. Festivals and other related promotional eventsD.

The Downtown Business Improvement Area includes all lands shown as shaded and within the boundary as shown on the following map.

All of the grant paid to the Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association will be recovered by means of a local service tax.

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100% of the cost of the Business Improvement Area service, paid by the District of Maple Ridge to the Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association, will be borne by the benefi ting property owners located within the Business Improvement Area shown on the adjacent map.

Council may proceed with establishing the local area service unless a suffi cient and valid petition not to proceed with the program is received by 4:00 pm July 11, 2011 (30 days after the second date of the publication of this notice in the Maple Ridge News newspaper).

In order for a petition against a local area service to be certifi ed as suffi cient and valid,

The petition must be signed by the • owners of at least 174 parcels (50% of the parcels that would be subject to the local service tax), andThe persons signing must be the owners • of parcels that in total represent an assessed value of at least $149,833,194 (50% of the assessed value of land and improvements that would be subject to the local service tax).

If two or more persons are owners of a parcel,

They must be considered as one owner only, • They are not entitled to petition unless a majority of them concurs, • and Unless a petition is signed by a majority of them, their signatures must • be disregarded in determining whether the petition is suffi cient;

Petitions against the local area service must be presented to the Corporate Offi cer at the Municipal Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X 6A9 on or before 4:00 pm July 11, 2011.

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A 64-year-old man who bilked more than 40 people for almost a million dollars has been ar-rested by Ridge Meadows RCMP.

Douglas Archie Clark now faces 13 counts of fraud, but has been released on bail.

Police allege the Burnaby resident portrayed himself as a member of the Canadian mili-tary, often indicating he was either currently employed or retired from the navy.

Clark sometimes wore a mili-tary uniform as part of the ruse.

Ridge Meadows RCMP’s seri-ous crime unit began investi-gating Clark three and a half years ago and believe he has

defrauded more than 40 people for more than $900,000. Some complaints date back to the 1990s.

Insp. Dave Fleugel said Clark tells his victims he is sick with cancer and needs money for treatment that is not covered by his medical plan.

“A good portion of Clark’s victims are people he knows,” added Fleugel. “He has been very convincing in his scams and his victims honestly believe that he is employed or was em-ployed, with the military. We know this to be false and will present our case in court.”

Clark appeared in Port Co-quitlam Provincial Court on Thursday and was released on

$10,000 bail.He is not allowed to contact

any of his alleged victims, must remain in B.C., and not wear any military uniform, until court proceedings conclude.

Clark’s next court appear is in July.

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Nine-year-old Austin Ardron raised close to $2,000 for this year’s Ridge Meadows Hospital Foundation Fund Run, in honour of his grandma.

Janet Ardron was a lab techni-cian at Ridge Meadows Hospital and participated in every Fund Run since it started. The lab tradi-tionally entered a team each year and always had fun with costumes, T-shirts and catchy team names.

However, Janet passed away suddenly in January from an un-diagnosed brain tumour.

For the past few years, Austin has participated in the Fund Run, for which his father, Jeff, is a ma-

jor sponsor. This year, in honour of his grandma, Austin deciding to collect pledges for the run, and brought in close to $2,000.

In all, the event raised close to

$30,000, which will go towards the hospital foundation’s commitment of $700,000 for essential health care equipment for the hospital, to fund programs in the community that encourage healthy living, and provide educational opportunities for medical staff.

More than 300 people, represent-ing more than 20 teams – and rep-resenting 30 departments at the hospital – took part in this year’s event, held Sunday at Fairview el-ementary.

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They didn’t want to wait until an off-the-shelf elec-

tric truck was available, so the District of Maple Ridge made its own – a non-polluting, zero-emis-sion, smooth-running model that uses the latest in lithium batteries and costs pennies per day to operate, no matter what the price of gasoline at the pump.

The idea came from an employee who re-searched the topic as he considered converting

the family vehicle from gasoline to electric.

But after crunching the numbers a bit at work, the public works depart-ment realized it might work for the municipal-ity as well and help in its goal of reducing its carbon footprint.

With the help of col-leagues at the public works yard, George Veltin took one of the fl eet’s older vehicles, a GM Sonoma truck and yanked out the V-6 mo-tor and transmission and installed 32, 200-amp Thundersky lithium-ion batteries. Those were hooked up to 96-volt,

three-phase motor and a new transmission. The project was started in December and by April the vehicle was running, thanks to a $13,000 con-version kit from Cana-dian Electric Vehicles on Vancouver Island, which supplied the components for the conversion.

Veltin credits the use of lighter, longer-lasting batteries for making the vehicle feasible.

“People have been dab-bling in electric vehicles for a long time.

“From what I can tell in my research, the lithium-ion batteries are what’s making them

shine these days.”Those batteries are

contained in three power units –one in the engine compartment and two beneath the deck – and only add 25 kilograms to the original vehicle weight, allowing the ve-hicle to remain service-able.

Maple Ridge’s fi nished product is a vehicle that drinks no gasoline and goes 100 kilometres per charge, which costs about $1.30. Top speed is 80 kilometres an hour.

Director of engineer-ing operations Russ Car-michael said, including staff time and the kit,

the total cost to convert the vehicle was about $30,000.

The district expects the vehicle to last six years. With gasoline at its cur-rent price, the district would pay about $6,000 a year to run the truck.

Over six years, that would add up to $36,000. Cost of electricity to re-charge the truck would be about $1,200 over that time period. After factoring in electricity costs, the district would still save about $4,800 compared to running a regular vehicle.

The nine Toyota Pri-uses and the 14 Ford

Escapes hybrids the dis-trict currently has are also far cheaper to main-tain because fl uids don’t have to be replaced.

Carmichael said the when it’s time to replace the Priuses, the district might convert those

hybrids to completely electric, rechargeable vehicles.

If another vehicle be-comes available, the district could repeat the project, with costs and research considerably reduced.

Maple Ridge makes its own electric truck

The couple had DNA tests done on the dog, con-fi rming the American bulldog component, though that’s not one of the three breeds of bull terriers that Wikipedia considers to be a pit bull.

“We feel we’re being targeted because Chewy looks like a pit bull even though he’s not.”

But she also questions the legality of the strata bylaw, pointing out it doesn’t spell out if the 35-cm height limit refers to fully grown dogs. She also won-ders about her two cats, Marlie and Buddy. The by-law says a family can have either two cats or a dog.

Bernie points out the strata council also forced an-other resident to get rid of a cat because it was roam-ing outside too often. “Their kids are devastated.”

While Chewy has helped out the couple, who say they’re getting counselling because of the stress about their dog, they’re also sticking with their four-legged friend. The couple is giving up their home rather than give up their dog and are moving. They don’t know where, yet.

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A project by the Min-istry of Agriculture and Lands will allow farm-ers and city planners to learn exactly who is us-ing water and how and what amount can be used for other purposes.

It’s called a water de-mand model, has been completed in the Okana-gan and a similar proj-ect is about to start in the Lower Mainland, in a partnership between the ministry and Metro Vancouver.

“You can ask the da-tabase almost anything and get information back to you,” said Ted van der Gulik, senior engineer with the ministry.

Researchers are about to start collecting data by driving around and noting land uses, types

of crops grown and method of irrigation used in every parcel in the district.

The entire Lower Main-land will be catalogued over two years and it will take about a month to survey Maple Ridge, van der Gulik said.

Once completed, the Metro Vancouver Ag-ricultural Land Use In-ventory will show how much land is actively farmed and allow moni-toring of any changes in land use.

That then will lead to the Metro Vancouver Agricultural Water De-mand Model that can provide a scientifi c esti-mate of current and fu-ture water use.

A similar model is already in place in the Okanagan Basin, van der Gulik told Maple Ridge council. In the Okanagan, 70 per cent of the water supply is used by farmers.

“You don’t have to be much of a rocket sci-

entist to know we’re really going to have a water problem there.” The type of crop grown determines the water used. Alfalfa uses more water than grapes, he pointed out.

“Very quickly you have lots of information about water demand.”

Coun. Craig Speirs

said the project would be useful for Maple Ridge’s planning.

For Coun. Al Hogarth the quality of soil data remains a challenge and that better soil data is needed.

“I know certain plants will not survive on some of the soil con-ditions.”

Water demand model starting in MRInstant assessment of water use, supply

Run offMore information is available at www.irrigationbc.com. Another website, www.waterbalance.ca, allows municipalities to analyze how well or not they are ensuring that runoff from buildings and roads fi lters into the ground rather than running into storm drains and streams.

You’ve got until July 4 to pay municipal taxes in Maple Ridge, and if you want you can do that in person between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., or up until 8 p.m., every Thursday this month.

You can also use a drop box inside municipal hall and just leave your cheque there, along with a completed Home Own-er Grant application.

You can also mail in your property tax cheque, along with a completed Home Owner Grant application to: District of Maple Ridge, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, B.C., V2X 6A9.

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Probably the best way is to prepay your taxes throughout the year us-ing the pre-authorized withdrawal system. The system has been set up for homeowners who don’t pay their taxes with their mortgage and has the money withdrawn from your account in 10 equal payments.

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With a price tag of $10 million, excluding the cost of land acquisition, the proposed North Lougheed Connector is a thorough-fare the city doesn’t have the cash to pay for.

Smart!Centres owns or has the right to acquire the vast majority of land along the proposed connector.

The company suggests it could reach an agreement with city to set aside more than 17 acres of land for the road, or $4.5 million in infrastructure improvements, if it devel-ops all the land it owns.

AECOM, the consultant leading a review of the North Lougheed land, has outlined three options for development along the 50.9 hectares (125 acres), much of it agricul-tural.

Residents who attended an open house on the study overwhelmingly supported the fi rst choice, Option A, which sets aside

16 hectares (39.5 acres) for farming or other agricultural uses, like a land trust or food processing facility.

The second plan, Option B, sets aside 12 hectares (30 acres) for farming, while the third proposes developing the entire site.

The consultants believe only the third option would generate suffi cient funds to build the 3.6 kilometre North Lougheed Connector, which would stretch from Har-ris Road to Golden Ears Way.

Council has yet to receive the fi nal report from AECOM or pick a development option. The report is expected to be completed by mid-June.

In its letter, Smart!Centres urges council to “consider the value” of moving ahead with the third option.

Should council proceed with the other two options, wrote Sinclair, we would only be in a position to deliver a smaller portion of the connector road, which would not link

Harris Road to Golden Ears Way.Environmentalists, who strongly op-

posed development of the entire stretch and punching a road through prime farm-land, believes Smart!Centres’ letter puts unnecessary pressure on council to vote one way.

“It’s very pushy,” said Pitt Polder Preser-vation Society president Diana Williams.

“Who are they to be dictating policy to council? It makes you wonder who has got the most infl uence here – Smart!Centres or the community?”

‘Bylaw wasn’t enforced’Signs from front But he has yet to receive a reply.Briffet’s banner was up only four days a week,

until 5 p.m., and he’s willing to work out a com-promise.

“I’ve got no input from anybody,” he said. A quick survey Wednesday found half a

dozen banners that seemed to fl out the bylaw, one even outside another jewelry store further west along the highway.

Ineke Boekhorst of the Downtown Maple Ridge Business Improvement Association said the association is working with the bylaws de-partment to come up with proposals for a new sign bylaw.

For instance, one clause now states that a store’s name cannot appear twice, that is on an awning and on a sign. “That’s exactly what we’re working on.”

“The bylaw has always been in place, it just has not been enforced to the letter. That’s a dif-fi cult thing if it hasn’t been enforced for some time.”

She’s noticed a reduction in the number of banners outside businesses and says the bylaw is being enforced throughout the district.

Maple Ridge Mayor Ernie Daykin said the bylaw is being enforced throughout the dis-trict. The Haney Hotel and the Buffalo Club Bar and Grill both had to remove signs, he pointed out.

“My understanding is we’re working on them altogether. There are other folks that have been asked. All we’re doing is enforcing the bylaw that’s in place.”

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McConkey said the easy approach is to just haphazardly cut down trees, but the more sensible long-term plan is to carefully assess the trees you have and what care they need.

“We prefer to educate our clients on proper tree care,” he said. “It takes a skilled individual to come in, assess and see what’s best for the trees and for the client.”

McConkey is certified as both an Arborist and a Hazard Tree Assessor by the International Society of Arboriculture. He said that training has taught him about the uniqueness of trees, which is crucial, as every species has its own needs and issues.

“Every tree species is different,” he said. “You’ve got your strong species, your weak species, your short-lived species and your long-lived species ... The care trees need differs from tree to tree.”

Instead of seeing trees as something to be chopped whenever possible, McConkey said the company’s approach is to preserve as many as it can.

“That is integral to preserving our urban forest,” he said. “As awareness of the importance of trees to the environment rises, it becomes more important to keep them there.”

In many cases, timely and knowledgeable care can prevent trees from causing issues for homeowners. Urban Lumberjack and its six-man staff offer everything from pruning services to crown restorations to removal and replanting.

McConkey said taking care of existing trees is important, as they’re not immediately replaceable.

“Trees are an asset to your property,” he said. “You can’t go down to Home Depot and buy a 60-foot tree.”

When trees are posing safety risks or encroaching on buildings, though, McConkey said Urban Lumberjack’s personnel are able to come in, quickly remove a troublesome tree and replace it with a new tree better-suited to the specific environment.

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McConkey said his training allows him to pick out new trees that will fit each individual situation and won’t cause further problems for homeowners in

the future. That’s not particularly easy, considering the vast variety of tree species out there and the amount of different issues trees can cause.

“You’ve got to think about what tree is right for that specific location,” he said. “Each tree has a genetic program it follows that decides how tall it will grow and how big the root and crown structure will be. It helps to be fluent with all the different species so you can recommend a tree that’s right for someone. If you plant the right tree in the first place, you don’t have to spend more money down the road”

Proper pruning can also avoid further issues down the road, and that can save homeowners a lot of money. “Locally we see a lot of bad tree pruning and topping practices” McConkey said. “Reducing large trees down to stubs will only temporarily solve your tree problem, however, the end result is usually a tree that decays quickly, needs more frequent pruning and eventually will become hazardous and need to be removed.”

McConkey primarily focuses on growing his business through word of mouth. Urban Lumberjack gets a substantial number of new customers through referrals, and McConkey said that’s a reflection of the quality of work done.

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For Denise Hagan, every note is heal-ing.

The vibrations that roll from her lips or guitar touch souls, change moods and sometimes bring people to tears.

“I’ve had an amazing life. It’s not always been easy, but it’s been an amazing one. If something I say can inspire someone, then it’s worth it,” says Hagan, who has twice survived bouts with a life-threatening ill-ness.

Born and raised in a musical family in Ireland, Hagan uses her music as an op-portunity to weave the bardic art of story through song.

She bills her concerts as an evening of in-spirational story and song, events where, perhaps, as a listener you’ll walk away with the urge to look inside.

For Hagan, music is more than just per-forming, stardom or making a ton of mon-ey.

In fact, she steered herself away from suc-cess in the musical world soon after Univer-sal Music Ireland released her fi rst album in 2004.

Back then, she opened for country super star Shania Twain, touring Ireland and was on the cusp of commercial triumph.

Hagan moved to B.C. in 2009.“God gave me this gift. It’s not mine to

waste on pop songs. I feel very divinely

guided,” says Hagan, who just released her fourth album, Numinous – A Soundscape for the Soul.

“I feel like the depth of the healing I can bring to people through this music just

blows other things out of the water.”Compared to her previous three releases,

Numinous is an album to meditate to, an opus fi lled with angelic strains that can soothe a troubled soul and heal a broken heart.

It builds on the techniques Hagan learned while studying “sound healing” in England, a therapy that uses vibrational sound to treat both mental and physical ailments.

Raeanne Schachter/contributed

Denise Hagan released her fourth album, Numinous – A Soundscape for the Soul – in spring. She plays St. Andrew’s Heritage Hall on Saturday, June 18.

THE NEWS/arts&lifeSection coordinator:Monisha Martins 604-467-1122 ext. [email protected]

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A ceramic teapot by Port Moody artist Clive Tucker.

Teapots Top-Up with artist Clive Tucker

Learn the art of making a tea pot with ceramics artist Clive Tucker during a special two-session clinic at the ACT.

Though Tucker makes “regular” teapots, he has become known for his extraordinary teapots and cups.

It all began when he bought a box of commercial moulds, which

he reworked and juxtaposed with the classically thrown teapots and cups.

Primarily, Tucker uses the moulds to form the bases for his cups and teapots, though they can also func-tion as knobs and handles.

Most of the thrown pots come to a point and cannot stand on their own so a symbiotic relationship is formed between pot and base. While he still works with moulds, Tucker’s work has evolved, and he

often hand builds or throws bases for a more organic feel.

Clay suitable for the ACT’s kiln will be provided at the workshop and teapots will be bisque fi red only.

• The workshops take place Sun-day, June 12 and Sunday, June 19 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The work-shops costs $93 including HST for both sessions, including supplies. For more information, call Barbara Duncan at 604-476-4240.

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Singer-songwriter Denise Hagan believes her musical gift can’t be wasted on pop songs

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With summer holidays on the horizon and people turning their thoughts to fun and a little R&R, Gallery 7 Theatre hopes The Match-maker can satisfy some of those long-awaited summer delights.

Written by Thornton Wilder, The Matchmaker is a farce with real heart.

Horace Vandergelder, a shrewd and wealthy merchant, has decided to get married.

Securing the services of a match-maker, Vandergelder entrusts his

Yonkers shop to the care of his clerks while he heads to New York City in search of love. Tired of their

mundane lives and longing for ro-mance, the clerks close up shop and embark on their own adven-ture to the city.

Things really get complicated when they nearly run head-long in to their blustery boss in the city streets.

A series of hilarious episodes of hide-and-seek ensue in this adven-ture that inspired the smash-hit Broadway musical Hello Dolly!

Maple Ridge resident Annette Reilly returns to direct The Match-maker, having directed last sea-son’s run-away hit Pride & Preju-dice.

“The Matchmaker brings up

some very important questions for our lives,” says Reilly. “Should we drown ourselves in the pursuit of money? Should we obsess over finding love? Should we shut our-selves in and never participate in life or should we throw ourselves into every adventure imaginable? This play teaches us balance.”

• The Matchmaker plays June 10, 11, 16 – 18, 23 - 25 at 7:30 p.m., with additional discounted matinees on June 11 and 18 at 2 p.m. at the MEI Auditorium, 4081 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford. Tickets are available at House of James, 2743 Emerson Street in Abbotsford or call 1-800-665-8828.

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Hilarity, adventure and romance in Gallery 7 comedy Maple Ridge’s Annette Reilly directs The Matchmaker

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Dig into a bucket of popcorn and fi nd out how Cuba survived peak oil at a Cinema Politica screening next week.

When the Soviet Union collapsed in 1990, Cuba’s economy went into a tailspin.

With imports of oil cut by more than half – and food by 80 percent – people were desperate.

The Power of Community – How Cuba Survived Peak Oil tells of the hardships and struggles as well as the community and creativity of the Cuban people. They share how they transitioned from highly mechanized agriculture to using organic farming and urban gardens. It is an unusual look into the Cuban culture during this economic crisis. The fi lm opens with a short history of peak oil, a term for the time when world oil pro-duction will reach its all-time peak and begin to decline forever. Cuba, the only country that has faced such a crisis, is an example of options and hope.

Cinema Politica movies are fol-lowed by discussions

“It’s a great way to get involved in

the community, and to learn things you wouldn’t hear about from the regular media,” environmentalist Jack Emberly.

“I was in Cuba a few years ago and saw how people can adapt and re-main self reliant even without access to reliable supplies of gas and oil. Cu-bans don’t have the luxuries we do, but they know how to pull together and focus on what’s important in life – community building and families.”

• The Power of Community-How Cuba Survived Peak Oil plays in the District of Maple Ridge council cham-bers on Thursday, June 16. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The documentary begins at 7 p.m.

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Cinema Politica back in MRDocumentary looks at how Cuba survived peak oil

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A still from the documentary The Power of Community - How Cuba Survived Peak Oil

Hagan plays June 18

She says the album grew out of a simple melody, “a scared mel-ody, kind of like man-tra.”

“Numinous is not real-ly my composition. It is what I heard in the an-

gelic realms, the dream time,” says Hagan.

“That’s what inspired that. I am strong enough to reveal my inner world and I want to help other people fi nd the cour-age to do the same. It is where all the answers

are.”• Denise Hagan plays

St. Andrew’s Heritage Hall, 22289 116th Ave (just off the Haney By-pass) in Maple Ridge on Saturday, June 18 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 at the door.

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The Stave Falls Spillway Gates Reliability Project has begun. The project involves the replacement of the four existing radial spillway gates and the existing radial gate hoists. To operate the gates, BC Hydro installed a new crane in 2010. This crane is required to lift and lower the gates and is moved into position on a rail that is embedded in the roadway. BC Hydro will be replacing these rails starting mid-June, 2011. A one lane closure of Dewdney Trunk Road for six to eight weeks is required to complete this work. Priority access will be given to emergency vehicles and the school bus.

Periodic road closures of Dewdney Trunk Road will continue to be required over the next two years to facilitate the replacement of the spillway gates. In general, these will be short-term (10–15 minutes) or single lane closures. To install the new gates, a full road closure of approximately three days will be required four times during the two-year project.

Loop Trail will be closed over Blind Slough Dam during construction. BC Hydro will re-open road and pedestrian access over the dam when construction schedules allow (e.g. primarily evenings and weekends).

HAYWARD LAKE RESERVOIR LOWER WATER LEVELS AND HAYWARD STREET ROAD CLOSURE

Reservoir Drawdown: May 24–June 24 Road Closure: May 30–June 24

Starting May 24, 2011 the Hayward Lake reservoir water level will be lowered to accommodate annual maintenance on the Ruskin Dam spillway gates. Lowering of the reservoir will begin on Tuesday, May 24 to reach the elevation of approximately 34.5 metres in four days. Hayward Street over Ruskin Dam will also be closed Monday to Saturday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. from May 30 to June 24.

Lower than average water levels will expose steep shorelines and slippery slopes along Hayward Beach and the entire reservoir shore. The beach can be used with caution, but the water will not be accessible. The Hayward boat launch and dog beach will be closed. The picnic grounds will remain open and available for public use. Trails will remain open; however hikers will be unable to complete the Railway/Reservoir Trail loop due to the closure of both Ruskin Dam and the Floating Bridge at Hairsine Creek.

An environmental management plan has been developed to protect fish and wildlife during the lower water levels.

The water will begin rising again on Friday, June 24, 2011. Normal operating levels will return well before Canada Day, July 1.

For more information on these projects, visit bchydro.com or email [email protected].

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THE NEWS/sportsSection coordinator:Robert Mangelsdorf 604-467-1122 ext. [email protected]

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Boston Bruins team president Cam Neely (left) and team owner Jeremy Jacobs watch the Bruins in action last season.

The Maple Ridge Bur-rards had a weekend they’d just as soon for-get after dropping two straight road games to the New Westminster Salmonbellies and the Nanaimo Timbermen.

The Burrards fall to 2-3 with the pair of losses, and are tied with the Burnaby Lakers for fourth place in the West-ern Lacrosse Association standings. The Salmo-nbellies avenged their 9-7 loss to the Burrards on Thursday with a con-vincing 14-4 thrashing on the road at Queen’s Park Arena. Joel Dal-garno got the Burrards on the board a minute into the game, a lead the team would hold until late in the fi rst period when the ‘Bellies man-aged to score four goals on Burrards netminder Ron Schibild in the span of four minutes.

New West stretched their lead to 6-1 in the second period before Dalgarno could muster another goal for Maple Ridge. A comeback was not in the offi ng, however, as New West-minster continued to pelt Schibild in net with another pair of goals before the middle frame was through. With the score 8-2 going into the third, the Salmonnbel-lies so no signs of letting up as they scored four goals on Schibild before chasing him from the net at the midway mark of the period.

It’s been 21 years since Maple Ridge’s Cam Neely was in a Stanley Cup final, but even though he’s now wearing a suit instead of a uniform for the Boston Bruins, he is happy for an-other opportunity to win the Holy Grail of hockey.

“Obviously it’s different from being a player, but it’s exciting being back,” says Neely. “This is the ultimate goal, this what every hock-ey player wants.”

Neely was last in the Stan-ley Cup finals in 1990, when the Bruins were ousted by the Gretzky-less Edmonton Oilers in five games. To-day, Neely sits at the helm of the Bruins organization as team president.

But there was a time for Neely when a return to the Stanley Cup final as any-thing other than a specta-tor was the furthest thing

from his mind.After Neely left the game

he loved in 1996, after 13 injury-plauged years in the NHL, he says he tried his best to leave the world of hockey behind.

“I didn’t give hockey much thought after I left,” he says. “It was hard, I felt like I could still play, but my body wasn’t up to it.”

Neely averaged nearly a point per game in his final season of play, but injuries to his knees and hips left him in constant pain while on the ice.

Monday was the 25th

anniversary of the trade that sent Neely from the Vancouver Canucks to the Boston Bruins, considered one of the most regrettable trades in Vancouver hock-ey history.

It was also Neely’s 46th birthday, one that he hopes he will be able to celebrate with a win tonight in Game 4 of the best-of-seven se-ries.

While many Maple Ridge residents will be hoping his team posts their third loss of the series, Neely ad-mires their passion for the Canucks.

“I grew up in Maple Ridge, so I know how exciting it is for fans in B.C. to get to the finals,” he said.

Neely’s two sisters still live in Maple Ridge; he visited them during his re-cent stop in Vancouver for Games 1 and 2.

“So far it’s been a suc-cessful postseason,” said Neely. “We had a couple years where we didn’t get past the second round, so to get past that is big for us.

“But the ultimate goal is the cup, and that’s what we’re focussed on.”

Neely happy to be back in Cup huntAfter 21 years, local Hall-of-Famer is back in the Stanley Cup Finals

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The Pitt Meadows Marauders senior girls’ soccer team finished eighth at the B.C. AA provincials last weekend in Burn-aby, going 2-3 at the tournament.

The team played hard during the tour-nament and finished in the top half of the draw thanks to a pair of shut-out wins to

open the tournament. On Thursday, the

Marauders downed Notre Dame 3-0 and Valleyview 5-0.

But Friday the team had a much tougher time against a strong side from Saint Thom-as More, losing 3-1.

Later in the day, the Marauders faced Sur-rey Christian, and al-though the two teams matched up well, Pitt was not able to ex-ecute and suffered an-other 3-1 loss.

Saturday saw the Marauders lose 2-1 on penalty kicks to St. Michael’s Univer-sity School to finish in eighth spot.

It was the second year in a row the Ma-rauders qualified for the provincials, after finishing seventh last season. Burnsview secondary won the tournament for the second year in a row.

Nikki Stanley was named one of the tournament’s MVPs as a Commissioner’s Eleven Award winner.

Coach Mike Oldridge said he was proud of the team’s efforts this season.

“The girls repre-sented well,” he said. “[They were] unde-feated in league play, won the Summerland tournament, second in the Fraser Valleys.

“I am proud of what they accomplished.”

Grade 12 players Nikki Stanley, Becky Jenkins, Melanie Manson, Lindsay Mac-dermid, Chanel Naick-er, Linnea Foster, and Melissa Knebelow will

be moving on, but Ol-dridge said he hopes to qualify for provin-cials again next year.

“Looking ahead, with plenty of talent among the Grade 11s, we have a decent op-portunity to return to the provincials next year,” he said.

The outgoing class of Grade 12s has had five years of success at the school, winning the Fraser Valley fi-nals in Grade 8, finish-ing third in Grade 9 as juniors, and second in Grade 10, all under the direction of coach Neil Macdermid, who as been the assistant for the senior team the past two years.

The Pitt Meadows Marauders senior girls’ soccer team is made up of Stanley, Manson, Macdermid, Jenkins, Naiker, Fos-ter, Knebelow, Briana Morrison, Lexi Turn-er, Amanda Ward, Kelsey Acaster, Nicole Foster, Tam Reiss, Steph Patricelli, Emily Gresham, Alysha Ras-mussen, Alex Lewis, and Payge Pena.

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Sports

The Burrards put forth a much better effort Sunday in Nanaimo, however the result was the same.

Nanaimo struck fi rst with a pair of goals for an early lead, but the Burrards answered back to tie things up by the 15th minute of the fi rst period thanks to a pair of goals by Curtis Dickson. The teams traded goals once more

and early in the second Kevin Reid gave the Burrards their fi rst lead of the game.

It would be short-lived however, as the Timbermen tallied three goals to take a 6-4 lead.

Dalgarno, Riley Loewen, and Dayne Michaud each scored for the Burrards to restore their one-goal lead, but Matt McLeod of the Timbermen scored his fourth goal

of the night in the fi nal second of the period to tie things up once more.

Nanaimo took an 8-7 lead early in the third and were able to hold on for the win, shutting out Maple Ridge scorers in the fi nal frame.

The Burrards next home game is this Sunday against the Lang-ley Thunder at Planet Ice in Maple Ridge. Game time is at 6:45 p.m.

Burrards fall 8-7 to Nanaimo Timbermen

Midget Burrards keep streak alive

The midget A1 Ridge Meadows Burrards kept their win streak alive as they downed the visiting Langley Thunder by a score of 10-4 Monday night, after blanking New Westminster at home 5-0 on Saturday.

The Ridge Meadows junior girls were not so lucky, however, as they fell 8-1 to the New West-minster Salmonbellies Saturday afternoon at the Dorothy Rob-ertson Tournament at Queen’s Park Arena. The peewee A2 Burrards beat the Delta Island-ers 9-2 on the road. Scoring for the Burrards was Justin Cloete with four goals, Dylan McCor-mick with three goals, and Ethan Chung and Domonic Forrer with a single goal each. The peewee B Burrards beat North Shore 5-2 on Friday. Cole McKee, Levi Spen-cer-Fell, and James Kitsch were named mini-tyke MVPs.

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New West Salmonbellies’

Kristi Shanks loses control of the ball as she’s checked

by Ridge Meadows Burrards

defender Breanna

Josephison in the first period

of their junior game at the

annual Doro-thy Robertson girls’ lacrosse

tournament Saturday at

Queen’s Park Arena. Ridge

Meadows lost the game 8-1.

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October 27, 1936 - June 1, 2011: Our beloved Rita slipped peacefully away after a 5 week struggle that she faced with grace and strength, much as she did in life.Mother to Diane (Grant), Tom and Michael, Grandmother to Reanne and Carly, Aunt to Diana and Ryan, friend of many.We know that nothing will ever fill the void that her passing leaves in our lives… see, she was our “Go to Girl”, our endless source of outstretched arms of Love in ANY situation... she told it like it was but with such grace and style, never an “I told you so” in all the years we were blessed to know her.. she never told you more than she thought you could handle and was the closest anyone could have ever met, to real and honest unconditional Love……she was our Matriarch, our glue, our hostess, our counsellor, our Love…Bless you Rita, for the Love, the Grace, the compassion and for being

exactly who you were.Until we can see that smile and feel your touch

again, we will carry you in our hearts and live the lessons you taught.

RITA ANN CONROY(nee Nesbitt)

At Rita’s request, there will be no service, just a gathering of family, the kind of thing she loved to preside over. In lieu of flowers, please consider a generous donation to the

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7 OBITUARIES

GARCIA HERNANDEZMaria Hester

We sadly announce the passing of our Mother, Grand-mother and Friend. Hester was born February 21st, 1924. She has gone home, to heaven, to be with GOD on June 2nd, 2011. Hester will be dearly missed by her 3 daughters and their husbands, Raquel, Irma & Daniel, Olympia & Armando, her grandchildren, great grand children and her many friends.

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Rest in Peace!

Funeral Service was held on Saturday June 4th, 2011 at MAPLE RIDGE FUNERAL CHAPEL.

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

7 OBITUARIES

WATSON Doris Ann

On June 5th, 2011. Late of Maple Ridge, B.C., age 69 years. Predeceased by husband Ted Shaw and son Andrew Watson. Survived by son Jeff (Monique), daughter Kelly (Mark) Hendrie; 4 grand-children, Tyler, Chantelle, Samantha, and Jarrett; brother Bill (Anita) Callahan; and sister Betty Wilkie. Private family Service to be held. In lieu of fl owers, donations to a charity of one’s own choice, would be appreciated. Thank You to the Doctors and staff of Ridge Meadows Hospital for their wonderful care of our Mom.

Condolences may be sent to www.mapleridgefuneral.ca

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

21 COMING EVENTS

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MAPLE Ridge Secondary Class of 1991. 20 Year Reunion. For info email: [email protected]

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The award-winning Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows News has an immediate opening for a full time Advertising Sales Representative.

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Thank you to all who apply, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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1. Successful completion of 2 year diploma in related social service fi eld with certifi cate/training and experience in addictions.2. Understand of psychosocial rehabilitation3. Valid BC Class 4 Unrestricted Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle for business purposes4. Profi ciency in computer software programs such as word processing, database management and record keeping,5. Current First Aid and C.P.R. certifi cates: criminal record check is required.6. Fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese or 2nd language an asset

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114 DRIVERS/COURIER/TRUCKING

OWNER/OPERATOR Wanted! Must be the owner/operator of a 5 Ton truck. You will require a helper and delivery materials these will NOT be supplied for you. Needed for weekend (Saturday/Sunday) de-liveries of Furniture, Appliances, and Electronics. $55.00 /per Deliv-ery with a guarantee of 14-16 Deliv-eries per day. Please Contact Roy Edwards at [email protected]

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

124 FARM WORKERS

AUJLAS’ FARMS LTDFARM LABOURERS required

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Horticultural work such as:Planting, pruning, spacing and

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Pitt Meadows, B.C.V3Y 1Z1

FARM WORKERS Meadowland Farms Inc. requires seasonal farm workers for blueberry and cranberry farms. Duties include general farm labor, planting, pruning, fertilizing, weed control and harvesting. Work is physically demanding, handling heavy loads, repetitive tasks and standing for extended periods of time. Work is performed outdoors in cold/damp or hot/dusty conditions. Wages are $9.28 per hour. Work can consist of 50 hours or more over 6 day weeks particularly during harvest.

Please fax your resume to 604-460-2041

No phone calls please.

125 FOSTER/SOCIAL CARE

Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home

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130 HELP WANTED

CARETAKER-HANDIMAN P/T Pitt Meadows Acreage requires a part help 30 - 40 hours fl exible hours per month. Ideal for semi or retired worker. Pay to be negotiated with experience. Call Arnie at 778 908 8513

CERTIFIED TCP and Lane Closure Techs required. Exc. wages. Must have vehicle. Call 604-996-2551 or email Traffi [email protected]

FLAGGERS NEEDEDIf not certifi ed, training available for

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LANDSCAPERS with experience installing block retaining walls. Fax 604-462-7853

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Well Established Church based Daycare requires a fun loving, kid friendly, individual for out of school care position. Job requires class 4 license. Will assist in obtaining. Suitable position for empty nester or p/t student. Hourly wage 15.00/hr., fl exible hrs.

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

130 HELP WANTED

CARRIERS NEEDEDThe following routes are now available to deliver the NEWS

in Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows

40017 - 240 St, 243 St, Cameron Crt, 113A Ave, 112 Ave, 110 Ave40045 - McClure Ave, 107 Ave, 106 Ave, Zeron Ave, 239 St, 238A St,238 St40074 - McClure Dr, 106B Ave40103 - 116 Ave, 224 St40109 - Lougheed Hwy, Harrison St, Olund Cres, Gillis Pl, 113 Ave40113 - Lougheed Hwy, River Rd, Carshill St, 221 St, Cliff Ave40223 - Eagle Ave, 122 Ave, 121A Ave, Peach Tree Crt, 231 St, Blossom St40301 - Darby St, Holly St, 216 St, 117 Ave, Berry Ave, River Rd40304 - Dewdney Trunk Rd, Hood St, 214 St, Ashbury Crt40307 - 217 St, 113 Ave, Lorne Ave, 114 Ave40327 - Patterson Ave, 118 Ave, Walnut Cres, 203 St40353 - Thornton Ave, 126 Ave, Douglas Ave, Laity St, Hardy St, 214 St, Thornton Pl40369 - 122 Ave, 121B Ave, Dewdney Trunk Rd, 230 St40370 - Davenport Dr, 201 St, McIvor Ave, 202 St, 203 St, Chatwin Ave, 123 Ave40373 - Lindsay Ave, 121 Ave, Makinson St, Lindsay Pl, Irving St40375 - 122B Ave, 122 Ave, Tyner Ave, 205B St, 206 St40377 - Powell Ave, 125 Ave, 124 Ave, 203 St, 202B St, 202A St40378 - Brooks Ave, Powell Ave, 204 St, 205 St40384 - 125 Ave, Meadow Pl, 124 Ave, Blanshard St, 209 St40432 - Docksteader Circ, Docksteader Loop, Foreman Dr, 229 St, 229B St, 230 St, 139A Ave40434 - Foreman Dr, Vista Ridge Cres, 232 St

If you live on or near one of these routes and you are

interested in delivering papersplease call circulation @ 604-466-6397 and quote

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We are looking for energetic people to fi ll our Players

Assistants positions for the up coming golf season.

These positions are volunteer positions but employees are compensated with great staff

benefi ts including:

Free Golf at WCGG properties Discounts on meals

Discounts in the Golf Shop On Duty Meal provided

etc.........

Must be available to work 2 (max) days a week

(15-16 hours)

Job duties include: Keeping up pace of play on

the golf course, help maintain a clean facility, maintain golf

course condition etc...

If interested please call directly or email your Resume!

Email: [email protected]

Golf Shop: 604.465.3888 Ext 2236

134 HOTEL, RESTAURANT,FOOD SERVICES

SUSHI PLUS JAP. REST. in Maple Ridge wants F/T Jap. Food Cook; Req-3+ yrs. Jap. cooking exp. with knowledge of food; Sala-ry-$18.75/hr; Duties-prepare & cook full Jap. food and ensure qualify of food & etc.;Apply by e-mail: [email protected]

HIGH VOLTAGE!bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

134 HOTEL, RESTAURANT,FOOD SERVICES

HAMADA JAP. REST. in Maple Ridge; F/T Cook (2); 3-5 yrs. Jap./Kor. cooking exp. & knowledge of food with high sch. diploma; pre-pare and cook complete Jap./Kor. food with ensure of food quality; F/T Sushi Cook (2); 3-5 yrs. sushi/sa-shimi exp. & knowledge of food with high sch. diploma; make various su-shi and handle sashimi with ensure of food quality; For both positions, wage - $18.75/hr.(40hrs/wk) and other benefi ts will be discussed at a later date; Resume via e-mail “[email protected]

SHAKE & SHINGLE LIQUOR STORE

Busy pub & liquor storelooking for:

Server/Bartenders Liquor Store Clerks

Must be available for all shifts.

Each position must be applied for separately.

Apply in person or by fax 9610-287 St. Maple Ridge,

or fax: 604 - 462 - 0392

MODEL/TALENT AGENCIES

MOVIE EXTRAS !WWW.CASTINGROOM.COM

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All Ages, All Ethnicities

CALL 604-558-2278

SECURITY GUARD TRAININGClasses in Abbotsford.

604-870-4731 First Career Institute

160 TRADES, TECHNICALAUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for a certifi ed Jour-neyman 40 ton crane operators ASAP. Excellent wages, full bene-fi ts after 90 days, profi t sharing semi-annual after 90 days, full-time career minded individuals pre-ferred. Please send resume to: [email protected] or call ATM at 780-846-2231 to set up an inter-view.AUTOMATED TANK Manufacturing Inc. is looking for Journeyman Welders, $31. - $35. per hour. 2nd/3rd year apprentices, hourly rate based on experience. Full benefi ts after 90 days. Profi t shar-ing semi-annual after 90 days. Full-time career minded individuals pre-ferred. Send resume to:[email protected] or call ATM at 780-846-2231 to set up an inter-view.CVI CERTIFIED MECHANIC want-ed for Langley Fleet Shop. F/T, Good wages & benefi ts. Fax resume to: 604-513-8004 or email:[email protected]

ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN

required by Pitt Meadows based company. Experience with trou-ble shooting to the component level is nec. Valid D.L. & criminal background check may be re-quired. Please send resumes c/o Adam to: #12 - 11443 Kingston St. Maple Ridge, V2X 0Y6. email:

[email protected] No phone calls please.

EXPERIENCED UNDERGROUND DIAMOND DRILLERS.$$$ Earn big AUD $$$ Enjoy the Land Down Un-der AUSTRALIA Leave the Visa to US!! Swick Mining Services is one of Australia’s largest mineral drilling contractors providing underground and surface drilling services both nationally and internationally. Swick is a market leader in the develop-ment of innovative rig designs and drilling practices that deliver im-proved productivity, value, safety and versatility. To be considered for this position you will: Have proven experience in Boart Longyear rigs LM45/55/75/90, Atlas Copco’s Dia-mec, or similar; Hold a current Driver’s Licence; Pass a compre-hensive medical including a drug and alcohol screen; Be physically fi t and prepared for work in hot and remote locations; Provide a crimi-nal background check. To Apply send your CV and a Cover Letter

[email protected]

You Will Be Offered: Top Dollars for your Experience with bonus incen-tives. Great Shifts …….2 x 1, 2 x 2. some 1 x 1 depends on site. Ac-commodation in a quality apartment near one of our many beautiful sandy beaches! Spend your R & R surfi ng, putting a shrimp on the bar-bie, seeing the country, or just hav-ing a cold beer! Return fl ights home to visit family and friends eve-ry six months paid for by Swick! The best site accommodation available. Proven State of the Art EquipmentFRAMERS & Carpenters Needed. Min 2 yr exp pref. Particularly need worker’s exp in wall building. Send resume to: [email protected]? The trades are a great career choice! Consider be-coming an automotive service tech-nician at Hanna Chrysler Ltd. in Hanna, Alberta. APPRENTICE OR LICENSED candidates considered. Competitive wages, bonus poten-tial, benefi ts. Clean, modern shop. Fax resume to 403-854-3141 or email: [email protected]

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

160 TRADES, TECHNICAL

Want to advance your career?

Drillers Assistants (labour) Entry level positionsJob entails:

Lift 25-100lbs, repetitive manual labor, working outdoors, long hours, travel in BC, strong work ethic, team player, multitasking, self-motivated. Ability to take direction, valid BC drivers license, clean abstract, reliable transportation. Mechanicallyinclined an asset.Provide resume and drivers abstract to:

[email protected] or fax to 604-888-4206.

No phone calls.

PERSONAL SERVICES

171 ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

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172 ASTROLOGY/PSYCHICS

Angela is renownedPhysic Healer

Can solve all problems of life specializing in love, health, business, marriage, reunites loved ones. Call today for a better tomorrow. 65 yrs. of experience

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173A COUNSELLING

DO you have a problem with alcohol or drugs?

Call Alouette Addiction Services at (604)467-5179

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173E HEALTH PRODUCTS

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180 EDUCATION/TUTORING

A PA RT M E N T / C O N D O M I N I U M MANAGERS (CRM) home study course. Many jobs registered with us across Canada! Thousands of grads working! Government certi-fi ed. 30 years of success! www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-665-8339, 604-681-5456.

PERSONAL SERVICES

180 EDUCATION/TUTORINGBECOME A MASSAGE THERA-PIST. Help people, love your work, earn a great living. Hybrid dis-tance/on-campus learning. Monthly or weekly classes in Calgary or Ed-monton. Instructors successful RMTs. Financial aid available. 1-866-491-0574. For Open House dates: www.mhvicarsschool.com. www.redialmassageschool.comWork from Home! CanScribe Col-lege offers the best online Medical Transcription training in Canada. Great work at-home opportunities. Don’t delay. Enroll today!1-800-466-1535 www.canscribe.com

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182 FINANCIAL SERVICES*10.5% Targeted ROI

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Real EstateTo fi nd out more...

contact Jarome Lochkrin778-388-9820 or

[email protected]

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203 ACCOUNTING/TAX/BOOKKEEPING

ACCOUNTING Done Accurately Small Business, P/U & Delivery

Bookkeeping, Payroll, Tax Returns, HST.604-814-0967 / 604-862-1596

.Sigma Solutions

236 CLEANING SERVICES3 Ladies Maid Service

Fast and Reliable. $25/hr. 778-318-4716

CLEANING SPECIAL $25/hour minimum 2hrs.

Price includes cleaning supplies. Also laminate fl ooring and paint specials. Free estimates. A-TECH Services at 604-230-3539

242 CONCRETE & PLACING

HERFORT CONCRETENO JOB TOO SMALL

Serving Lower Mainland 23 Years! *Prepare *Form *Place *Finish

*Retaining Walls *Stairs *DrivewaysExposed Aggregate & Stamped

Concrete ***ALSO...Interlocking Bricks &Sod Placement

-Excellent Ref’s -WCB Insured

LEO: Mobile #657-2375, 462-8620

UNIQUE CONCRETEDESIGN

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

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

FREE ESTIMATES

www.elementsofconcrete.comDecorative Concrete Contractors

604-467-1507

257 DRYWALL45 Years in the drywall trade. All size jobs boarding, taping, spraying. Big or small. Wayne 778-242-2060

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257 DRYWALL

HUGH’S DRYWALL The clean professional way.

Small renovations. 604-463-5413

MICRO Drywall, Texture Re-pair/New Texture & Drywall , clean services; Mark 604 809 2009

PROFESSIONAL Drywall & Tap-ing, all textures.Big/small projects. Best Prices in Town. 604-970-1285

260 ELECTRICAL

104607

Big Mountain Electric Bonded, experienced

Friendly service Reasonable price No job too small Reno’s/Additions

778-892-4299#1167 LIC’D, BONDED. BBB Lge & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter, WCB. Low rates 24/7 604-617-1774

DC ELECTRIC (#37544). Bonded. 24 hr service. We specialize in jobs too small for the big guys! 30 yrs exp. Free est. 460-8867.

REISINGER Electrical (#102055) Bonded, Specializing in Renos, New Const, (Comm./Res.)Free Est 25 Yrs Exp. 778.885.7074 Trent

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

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE

HYTRAC EXCAVATING LTD.

Mini Excavating W Bobcat, Residential / Commercial

Snow removal W LandscapeReno’s & Trenching

Call 604-312-5050Man with 10,000 lb. excavator and 1 ton dump truck ready to work for you. No job too small 778-866-4637

269 FENCING

FENCE-IT-RIGHT Installations -- 604.639.6626 Cedar, Chain Link, Ornamental iron, Vinyl (Insured, Experienced, Competitive Pricing)

JERRY’S FENCING LTD

Specializing in cedar fencing,

installations. Free est.

604-807-1704 or 604-807-3843

275 FLOOR REFINISHING/INSTALLATIONS

Ceramic Tiles, Hardwood LaminateGuaranteed work, Free Estimate.

Cell 604-618-6401 Marcel.

281 GARDENING

15% SENIORS DISCOUNT lawn cuts, aerating, power-raking, prun-ing, hedge trimming, trees, 23 yrs. exp. Free est. Brad 778-552-3900

Cutting EdgeLawncare Ltd.Certifi ed Turf-GrassManagement Tech.

Does it make a difference??You bet your grass it does!!

W Maintenance W Power rakingW Fertilizing W Pruning

W Landscaping WClean-up

✶Residential Specialist✶George 604-466-9514

Fresh & Old MUSHROOM MANURE

& TOPSOIL...... Call 604-534-8452

.Jim’s MowingSpring Services - jimsmowing.ca

LAWNS - LAWNS - LAWNS

We Do Lawns*Monthy Lawn Maintenance

*Yard Clean-up*Pruning and More.

-- Seniors Discount --

604-364-1919

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

281 GARDENING

Prompt Delivery AvailableSeven Days a Week

Meadows LandscapeSupply Ltd.

✶ Bark Mulch✶ Lawn & Garden Soil

✶ Drain Grave Lava Rock✶ River Rock ✶Pea Gravel

(604)465-1311meadowslandscapesupply.com

RAZAR DELIVERIESTopsoil/Lawn & Garden - $24/yrd Aged Mushroom Manure - $15/yrd

Steer Manure - $15/yrd.

Wash Sand, 3/4 Clear Crush, & 3/4 Drain Rock - $25/yrd

Lime Rock - $35/yrd. Navvy Jack $28/yrd. Road Base 28/yrd

1 to 10 YRDS. DELIVERD ONLY

✶ Reasonable Rates for Delivery.Call Kelly

604-763-4215 or 604-341-4524

287 HOME IMPROVEMENTS

A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, reroofi ng. Dhillon 604-782-1936.

Alberto - 604-461-7679Cel: 604-319-7671

TOTAL CAREHOME REMODELLING

The Basement Finishing Specialists* Bathroom Renovations * Drywall* Electrical * Carpentry * Ceremic

Tiles * Plumbing * Sundecks * Laminate Flooring * Refs Avail.

BELRONRENOVATIONS INC.

Home RenovationsDecks - Bathrooms - KitchensLocal Maple Ridge company

Lic / Ins 25 Years Exp

(778)233-1114 Ray

Exceptional QualityOn Time, On Budget,

As Promised...

Building Customer Confi denceQuality Renovations

• Fencing/Decks• Water Damage• Kitchens • Bathrooms• Finished Basements • 24 hr. Emergency Service• Grow-Op Remediation & Repair

Ask about our Referral Program* BBB * Licensed * Insured * WCB

604.230.2217 / 604.999.5890www.mdmservices.ca

Serving Since 1993

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

287 HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Home Renovations and New Construction

Kitchens, Bathrooms, Flooring, Drywall, Garages, Decks & more

* 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE*INSURED ~ WCB

Dean 604-834-3076

288 HOME REPAIRS

If I can’t do it

It can’t be done

Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222

INTERIORS: Baths (renos/repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, fl ooring, tiling, plumbing,

painting, miscellaneous, etc.EXPERIENCED IN OVER

30 LINES OF WORK!* Quality work * Prompt Service

* Fair prices For positive results Call Robert

SERVICE CALLS WELCOME

Repairs, Maintenance, Renovation Guaranteed work, Free Estimate.

Cell: 604-618-6401. Marcel.RETIRED carpenter wants to keep busy. Looking for small carpentry jobs. Will repair or build new. Will also do small painting & plumbing jobs. Call Ken 604-460-7803.

300 LANDSCAPING

All aspects of Landscaping and Landscaping MaintenanceStrata, Commercial, ResidentialPavers, Patios & Retaining walls

Spring clean upsFully INSURED

Call (604)763-8795

D Garden Blend SoilD Lawn Blend SoilD Custom Blends avail.D Composted Mushroom Manure NO Wood byproducts used

When QUALITY Mattersall soils are tested for Optimum

growing requirements

17607 FORD ROAD, PITT MEADOWS

PICK-UP ...... OR .... DELIVERY

604-465-3189DOES YOUR YARD NEED HELP?2 prof. gents will do your lawn & yard maint/improvements. No job too small. For best rates call 778-866-4637

DUTCH TOUCHGreen Services Ltd

Landscape ConstructionRenovations W Maintenance

604-463-3644604-861-1490

JAGUAR LANDSCAPINGLawn & Garden Service. Design, Pruning, Lawns, Cleanups, Comm/Res. (604)462-1369

✓CHECK CLASSIFIEDSbcclassified.com 604-575-5555

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

300 LANDSCAPING

Ed’s ROTOTILLING& LANDSCAPING*Rototilling *Levelling

*Gardens *Loader Work*Brush Cutter

~ Free Estimates ~604-941-2263 / 604-725-7246

Instant Grassifacation!

16897 Windsor RoadPitt Meadows

(Turn right 1st road East of Pitt River Bridge from

Vancouver)604-465-9812

1-800-663-5847

SAWDUSTHemlock, Fir & Cedar

Available for DeliveryCall for pricing

604-465-5193 or 604-465-5197www.augustinesoilandmulch.com

317 MISC SERVICES

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**HOME PHONE RECONNECT** Call 1-866-287-1348. Prepaid Long Distance Specials! Feature Pack-age Specials! Referral Program! Don’t be without a home phone! Call to Connect! 1-866-287-1348

✶Dump Site Now Open✶SBroken Concrete RocksS

$22.00 Per Metric TonSMud Dirt Sod ClayS

$22.00 Per metric TonGrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds

$59.00 Per TonMeadows Landscape Supply

604-465-1311

320 MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. We move - We ship - We recycle.Senior- Student Discount available. 604-721-4555 or 604-800-9488.

AFFORDABLE MOVINGLocal & Long Distance

From $45/Hr1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks

Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 MenFree estimate/Seniors discount

Residential~Commercial~Pianos

604-537-4140

SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured

Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

# 1 PAY-LESS Painting Ext./Int. SPRING Special LOOK for our YARD SIGNS

D Free estimates D Insured Licensed D References

Residential D Pressure Washing Serving Tri City 31 Yrs.

Call 24 Hrs/7 Days paylesspainting.multiply.com

Scott 604-891-99672 HUNGRY PAINTERS & Power Washing. Low prices. Int/Ext. Man & wife 75 years combined exp. 604.467.2532 twohungrypainters.ca

A-1 EXTERIOR/ INTERIOR. Quality job, senior rates, free est, residen-tial, commercial. Refs. 15 yrs exp. No job too small.Call 604-476-0766

A-1 PAINTING CO.604.723.8434

Top Quality PaintingExterior / Interior

• Insured • WCB • Written Guarantee

• Free Est. • 20 Years Exp.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

329 PAINTING & DECORATINGACCURATE PROFESSIONAL

PAINTING SERVICES 3 Rooms for $299. Powerwashing New const.

Apartment repaints. Int/Ext No Job’s too small. Free Est 466-8165

A-TECH Services 604-230-3539Running this ad for 7yrs

PAINT SPECIAL3 rooms for $269, 2 coats(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls

Cloverdale Premium quality paint.NO PAYMENT until Job is

completed. Ask us about ourLaminate Flooring &

Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com

MILANO PAINTING. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Written Guar. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

SEASIDE PAINTING& Decking 604-462-8528, 218-9618

Stardust Painting Commercial & Residential Service, Interior & Exterior. Member of BBB since 1975 Call John (604)889-8424

332 PAVING/SEAL COATINGALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.

338 PLUMBING

✔ ALL YOUR PLUMBING NEEDSCall Niko Plumbing Ltd. 24/7. Res/Com, plugged drains. h/w tanks. ★15 yrs exp. 604-837-6640$69/HR. Lic., Insured. Experienced & friendly service. Clogged drains, garburators, leaks & more. Sm jobs OK. Call anytime 604-805-2488.

.EnterprisePlumbing, Heaitng, Gasfi tting

341 PRESSURE WASHING

Clean & Seal Industries

Power washing & sealing,exposed concrete,

driveways, paitos, sidewalks.

Garry 604-751-5133or

Jamie 604-615-4431

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTSRIDGE MEADOWS ROOFING. Res Re-roofi ng & repairs WCB BBB A+ rating Free est. 604-377-5401

356 RUBBISH REMOVAL

RECYCLE-IT!JUNK REMOVALEARTH FRIENDLY

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

604.587.5865www.recycle-it-now.com

A-1 RUBBISH REMOVAL. House-hold & Yard Waste. Up to 100% re-cycle. Reasonable. 604-786-2948

GOT JUNK?Rubbish Removal

1-800-468-5865www.1800gotjunk.com

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOILSCREENED TOPSOIL, delivered $15 yard. (604)230-8553

TOPSOIL• SCREENED TOPSOIL• MUSHROOM MANURE• BARK MULCH

604-467-3003

372 SUNDECKS

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

374 TREE SERVICES

A.C.TREE SERVICE

30 years experience

Bob Fitz-James604-467-0333

.

Tree removal done RIGHT!• Tree & Stump Removal

• Certifi ed Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck

• Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging

~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~

604-787-5915, 604-291-7778Info: www.treeworksonline.ca

[email protected]% OFF with this AD

TRI CITY TREE SERVICEAll Tree Services -- Fully Insured --

24 Hrs 604-462-0865

Your LOCAL Tree Service,

For Honest Prices & Quality Work

Call Scott at604-618-0333

Certifi ed Arborist

Free Estimates *Fully Insured

PETS

477 PETS5 ADORABLE, loveable kittens. 3 males, 2 females. Very cute. 1st shots. $50. ea. 604-855-3723 AbbyAUSTRALIAN CATTLE dogs, blue-healer puppies, born April 26.,vet checked, 1st shots, working par-ents, $550. Call (604)860-4400Boston Terriers pups, ckc reg, vet checked, reputable breeder, excel-lent pedigree. (604)794-3786CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

PETS

477 PETS

CHIHUAHUA PUPPIES, ready to go now. $700. Call (604)794-7347

ENGLISH MASTIFF P/B PUPS Fawn & Bridle. CKC reg. Ready to go. $1500. 604-726-3934

English Springer Spaniels, ready June not reg., $850. (604)798-4998. [email protected]

German Shepherd 12wk/old female good temper. black/tan, dewormed, 1st shots. $600. 604-466-2757.

GERMAN Shepherd pups, ckc reg. parents German bloodlines with no slope, exc temperament. $750. (604)796-3026. No sun calls

Kittens, 5, Orange tabby, 2 female, 3 male, $100/ea. Call (604)703-1077

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

PRESA CANARIO pups, blk, fawn, brindle, 1st litter, very healthy, 1st shots, $800-$1200. 604-501-2626

RETRIEVER / LAB puppies, family raised, vet checked, fi rst shots, $475 each. Call (604)869-0424

Shih-tzu/Pug pups, family raised, 2M, 1F- all black, 1st vet, shots, de-wormed, $375. (604)393-7294

TOY POODLE puppies. 2 apricot, 1 white. Adorable. Ready to go July 1.$700. 778-240-2400 (Cloverdale)

Wanted: 1000 Saints

All animals deserve to have hope for a better tomorrow.

www.1000saints.caWelsh/Terrier pups, p/b, born apr 17, 2F, 1M, vet chek, 1cst shots, dewormed, puppy pad train, par-ents ckc reg. champion bloodlines, ready mid-end June, $1200. To view call (604)852-4669 email:[email protected]

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

506 APPLIANCES

DISHWASHER ~ DANBY counter top. Paid $250. Sell $100. fi rm. Free delivery in Ridge Meadows area. Must see. Call after 6pm (604)818-9349

518 BUILDING SUPPLIES

APPROX. 100 pieces of 20’ X 12”, 26 gauge aluminum Proloc roofi ng material. Like new. Dark brown in color. Also, bundle of gabling mate-rial - same. Value approx. $4500. Negotiable. Can deliver. 604-820-1323

BUILDING SALE... “Rock Bottom Prices!”. 25x40 $7995. 30x40 $9840. 35x50 $12,995. 40x80 $22,600. 47x100 $35,690. Ends in-cluded. Many others. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers since 1980. Call 1-800-668-5422.

CEDAR SHAKES, best prices in town! 604-250-0044

SAWMILLS - Band/Chainsaw - SPRING SALE - Cut lumber any di-mension, anytime. MAKE MONEY and SAVE MONEY In stock ready to ship. Starting at $1,195.00. www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext.400OT

548 FURNITURE

#1 Cash Buyer“Since 1987”

$$CASH $$ for your furniture,tools, electronics, antiques,

appliances, computers& collectibles.

WW ANYTHING OF VALUE WW

Single items to entirehouseholds

463-4449 or209-6583

GARAGE SALE 12301 252 ST. Ma-ple Ridge Sat.+Sun. June 11 + 12 10 am- 4pm. Furniture Toys Tools Etc.

Maple Ridge

Garage Sale12216 Forest Place

Sat June 11th9am ~ 3pm

5th Wheel Trailer $300. obo needs some work.

Assortment of Stuff!!!Rain or Shine

Maple Ridge

ESTATE SALE Joe’s Car Repair

23389 Dewdney Trunk RdThurs June 9 to Tues June14

8am ~ 4pmFurniture & Household items ONLY starting Thur., adding Tools & Shop items on Sat.

2 King beds, 1 adjustable King bed, 1 Double bed, China cabi-net, Formal dining set, Dinette set, end tables, Coffee table,

Dressers, Canning jars, Cham-pion juicer, Grain mill, Quality

Medium Men’s clothing. Lots of Household & Misc.

Maple RidgeMULTI FAMILYGARAGE SALESat. June 11, 9-3 p.m.

23715 - 106 Ave.Brand name clothes, furn. knicks-knacks, pictures & many other great deals. Stop by and take a peek.

551 GARAGE SALES 551 GARAGE SALES 551 GARAGE SALES

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

552 GARDEN EQUIPMENT

DEER PROBLEMS? Problem solved! Bobbex Deer repellent available in Canada. Easy, economical, safe. Available at local garden centres. Dealer inquiries welcome. Ask for BOBBEX. www.bobbex.ca

559 MEDICAL SUPPLIES

CAN’T GET UP YOUR Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift. Call 1-866-981-6591.

560 MISC. FOR SALE

A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE - Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, Don’t Sweat It. No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Today Toll-Free 1-866-884-7464

Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stair-lifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1-866-981-5991

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

40” High Piano, Henry Herbert by Mason Rich - needs tuning. $500/obo. 604-531-9842

COLLECTORS SAXOPHONESSoprano Buecher Silver 80 yrs old, excellent condition $2500. Baraton Conn $1900. Call 604-534-2997

572 PLANTS/NURSERY STOCK

WALKER POPLAR, plugs: $1.69/each for a box of 210 ($354.90). Full range of trees, shrubs, cherries & berries. Free shipping. 1-866-873-3846 or

treetime.ca

REAL ESTATE

603 ACREAGE

ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! Escape: Tornados, Floods, Hurricanes, Wildfi re, Earthquake, Landslide and Crime. N.IDAHO PEACEFUL COUNTRY CABIN on 30 ac. Get more magic from life. www.Magic-Mountain83858.com

612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE

FRANCHISE opportunity. Restorfx franchise for sale, three areas Mis-sion, Maple Ridge and Portquit-lam/Coquitlam. The Portquitlam/Co-quitlam area is from Pit River Bridge to Shaughnessy Street Co-quitlam. Maple Ridge area is from Maple Ridge to Pit River Bridge. The Maple Ridge Franchise is com-bined with a fully equipped detail shop. For more information Contact Eugene at [email protected]. (see web site for www. restorfx.com)

625 FOR SALE BY OWNER

ABBOTSFORD EAST. Newly up-dated 2 bdrms, 3 baths T/H. Quiet cds. 44+ complex. Sml pet ok. No rentals. $259,900. 604-556-7574.

626 HOUSES FOR SALE

EXQUISITE SANCTUARYFabulous 2.26 private acres with creek in beautiful Alberni Valley on Vancouver Island. Enchanting 3600 sq.ft. 4 bed-room, 4 bathroom custom built 1995 home. Outstanding 57x40 shop with own bath-room, lots of parking. Features hardwood, tile throughout, custom cabinetry. Gas fi re-places, stove, heat and hot water; ensuite with soaker tub. Thinking of a life style change? Move to Vancouver Island. Even better, move to Port Alberni, the Salmon Capi-tal of the World!

Visit www.albernihomes4u.ca for more information on this

“one of a kind” property.Asking $649,000

RE/MAX Mid Island RealtyPort Alberni, B.C.John Stilinovic250-724-4725

Toll Free 1-877-723-5660

630 LOTS

LAND LIQUIDATION 20 Acres $0 Down, $99/mo. ONLY $12,900 Near Growing El Paso, Texas (2nd safest U.S. City) Owner Financing,NO CREDIT CHECKS! Money Back Guarantee FREE Color Bro-chure 800-755-8953

www.sunsetranches.com

Searching for your dream home or selling it?This is the location. BCCLASSIFIED.COMlistings include everything from acreage,farms/ranches to condos and waterfront homes.

REAL ESTATE

633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKSWHOLESALE FACTORY DIRECT. Manufactured, Modular & Park models. Tremendous savings. Luxurious 1512 sq ft home including delivery and installation only US $109,950. Many other plans available. The Home Boys 877-976-3737, 509-481-9830 or www.hbmodular.com We will beat ANYONE’S price!!

636 MORTGAGESMortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refi nances, im-mediate debt consolidation, foreclo-sure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations.

Call 1-888-685-6181www.mountaincitymortgage.ca

640 RECREATIONAL

NEW PRICE: waterfront prop-erty on beautiful Jim Lake, 0.83-acre with 360 sq ft insu-lated cabin, located near Green Lake/Watch Lake. Rareprivacy, only three lots on thelake, good fi shing for rainbowsto 10 lbs, nice swimming, sur-rounded by crown land. Greattrails for hiking, ATV and snowmobile. Seasonal 10-kmback road access in 4x4 or pick-up. FSBO. $230,000. 250-395-0599.

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDO

COQUITLAM

5 min walk to Skytrain and Mall

1 & 2 Bdrm units w/viewHeat/hot water, inste

storage, 4 appl’s

Call 604-931-2024www.aptrentals.net

Derek Manor2048 Manning Ave.

Port Coq ~ 604-941-5452 or 604-944-7889

FREE PREMIUM CABLE$80 Value

S Impeccably clean S HeatS H/water S Parking S Ldry

1 bdrm. $780/mo.Available June 15th

MAPLE INN 11695 -224th St

Maple Ridge 1 bdrm$500-$550 includes hot water Certifi ed Crime Free Building

Mature adult oriented. Close to uptown

604-463-4131 for appointment (9am-5pm)

MAPLE RIDGE

1 & 2 Bdrs from $750/mo

GREAT LOCATIONQueen Anne Apts.

* Renovated Suites *

Clean, very quiet, large,INCLUDES: HEAT,

HOT WATER & HYDRO

Near Shopping & Amenities.

604-463-7450 604-463-2236

12186-224 St, Maple RidgeCertifi ed Crime Free Buildings

Maple Ridge22450-121st Street2 Bedroom Apt $820/mo3 Bedroom Apt $950/mo

Attractive modern unit, in a safe, all ages community in beautiful Maple Ridge. Amenities include community gardens, playground, amenity rooms, on site laundry facilities & secure parking in a certifi ed Crime Free Multi Hous-ing complex. Pet friendly (some exceptions apply). The tenant and other occupants must demonstrate they meet eligibility criteria related to income, number of occupants, and other similar criteria. Please note that fully subsidized, or Rent Geared to Income (RGI) units are fi lled via a waiting list called The BC Housing Central Registry (www.bchousing.org/applicants). No RGI subsidy available at this time. Call 604-451-6075 to view.

Metro Vancouver Housing Corp.

MAPLE RIDGE Central. 11735-225 Street.1bd $600. 2bd $900. no dogs incl heat/h.water Jul1.604-467-9420

RENTALS

706 APARTMENT/CONDO

MAPLE RIDGE

AVAILABLE NOW1 Bedroom

Heat, hot water & parking.Close to stores & schools.

SUNRISE APARTMENT22292 - 122nd Ave

604-319-9341

MAPLE RIDGE

AVAILABLE NOW1 Bedroom

Heat, hot water & parking.Close to stores & schools.

SUNRISE APARTMENT22292 - 122nd Ave

604-319-9341

Maple RidgeCentral

Certifi ed Crime Free Multiple Housing

New renovated 1 Bdrm suites. $585/mo. incl hot water, cable.

Ref’s req’d. N/P. Adult only building

Mon to Fri 9am ~ 6pmBy appointment only

604-418-1932

MAPLE RIDGE - Condo Suite11671 Fraser St. Large 2 BR

Reno’d! 1 Bath; 800 sf; $850 NOWPeak Property Mgmt 604-931-8666

MAPLE RIDGE Ctrl adult building. Large 1 Bdrm $750/mo incls heat/ hot water, ref’s, N/P (604)467-2606

Maple Ridge

Glenwood ManorApartments

1 & 2 Bdrms from $685 & $850 & renovated suite with dishwasher $45. extra.

Clean, SpaciousIncludes cable, heat,hot water & parking

Seniors discount21387 Dewdney Trunk Rd

(604)466-5799Maple Ridge

Swan Court ApartmentsLarge 1 & 2 Bedrooms.

Hardwood fl oors, adult oriented, heat, h/w & cable incl’d, f/p, n/pets.Criminal Record check may be reqd

Resident Manager OnsiteNow with

SENIORS DISCOUNT604.477.9189

Maple RidgeWILLOW PLACE22256 ~ 119th Ave

Partially reno’d,quiet,spacious & bright suites 1 Bdrm Apt. Avail ImmediatelyInc. heat, h/w, prkg & storage

W No Pets W (604) 369-1096 or 317-3130

ONE Month FREE rent!1 BR Avail June 1 $695 22356 Dewdney Trunk Rd (hydro/cable extra) References & credit check required. Call Allan 604-525-9355 Mon-Fri 8am-1pm.

PITT MEADOWS

CHELSEA PARK APTS

1 & 2 Bdrms Apts, Also 3 Bdrm T/Homes Avail

Conveniently located. Nice, bright & large suites. No pets.

Call 604-465-8088

PITT MEADOWS

The MeadowsGated underground parking, heated outdoor pool. Heat, hot water & 3 appliances included. 2 min. walk to Westcoast Express.

Large 1, 2 & 3 Bdrm Suites Available

Call: 778-882-8894604-465-0008 or 604-465-5818

PORT COQ downtown, 2bdr +den top fl r, lrg cov’d deck, new building, u/g pkng, convenient loc! Ns/np. 1 year min, $1450/mo. 604-945-6842.

PORT COQUITLAM 1 Bdrm Top fl r apt. $775 2 Bdrm Corner apt. $925

S Incl heat/hot wtr, wndw cvrngsS Close to bus stop S Walk to shpng/medical/WCE S Across from park w/Mtn viewsS Gated parking and Elevator S Adult oriented building S References required

CALL FOR APPOINTMENT604-464-3550

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

MAPLE RIDGE, 2000 sq. ft. ware-house, comes with 2 offi ces and storage space. Minutes from Gold-en Ears bridge. Avail. immed. 604-240-2454 or 604-240-8021

RENTALS

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

PORT COQUITLAM, 2043 sq ft. Ground fl oor, dance/fi tness area. Facing onto city park. 1 blk from Lougheed/Shaughnessy intersec-tion. 604-464-3550.

715 DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

1524 Pitt River Road, PoCo 1/2 du-plex 3br up, 3br dn. Lge unit close to schools, parks & transit Fenced backyard, 4-car parking Ideal for lge fmly/in-laws Immed $1950.00 778-928-9323

PORT COQ. 2 Bdrm duplex, appls, carport, walk to WCX, np/ns, refs, July 15. $1100+ utils.(604)464-4258

736 HOMES FOR RENTMaple Ridge, 22108 Lougheed Hwy. 2 bdrm house completely re-done. New appls. new fl ooring. Large yard. 1 block from downtown Close to Golden Ears bridge. $1250/mo. July 1. 604-941-2243.MAPLE RIDGE 3 bdrms 2 bath fam rm Lrg yd Clean & Bright $1600/mo July 1. NS/NP 604-467-2747Maple Ridge - Beautiful maintained 3000sf. 4 bdrm. 4 bath, 2 storey + basement, Kanaka elementary area, double garage, quiet family street, A/C, fenc’d yrd. $2200/mo. no pets. Now! Rick 604.790.7425UPPER 3 bd. 2bth. for rent long term tenants central Maple-Ridge $1300+ 50/ person utilities call Les-lie 604-210-0357

741 OFFICE/RETAILMAPLE RIDGE - Attractive offi ce space for lease. Nr downtown core. Avail. June. $900/mo. 720 sf facility (meeting room, offi ces, kitchen, bathroom, utils & services. Parking & incentives. Elaine (604)467-2111

RETAIL/OFFICE SPACE

Approx. 600 sq.ft. Off 224th Maple Ridge, close to Royal bank. June 1. Incl heat & taxes. Store front exposure & pos-sible incentives. For Rent, $750 per month.

604-219-0267

743 PROPERTY MANAGEMENTCall Maria at ridgemeadows

property management Mon Fri 9-6 604-466-2838 or visit

www.ridgemeadowspropertymanagement.com

746 ROOMS FOR RENT

$75 OFF 1ST MONTHRooms from $435/mo. Fully Furn,

weekly maid service, cable TV,private bath, on bus route, 5/min

walk to commuter rail.

Haney Motor Hotel22222 Lougheed Hwy.,

Maple RidgeInquire in person between

9am - 3pm or Call 604-467-3944

747B SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING

POCO DOWNTOWNAll-Inclusive

Seniors Residence1 Bdrm. Apartment

Rent incls. freshly prepared meals, cable, housekeeping,

emergency response & activities.www.rjkent.com

2675 Shaughnessy St.Call: 778-285-5554

748 SHARED ACCOMMODATIONMAPLE RIDGE lrge bright furnished or unfurnished room for female only in character home. Small pet ok. July 1st. $550 incl strg/utils/internet. 604-374-8850

750 SUITES, LOWER$890 INC, UTILITIES,1 BED+BATH GRAND LEVEL, S, ENTRY&LAUN-DRY.LIKE NEW & VERY NICE . W WOOD PLATEAU 778-8917718BURNABY, 2 BDRM suite, $1100 incl utils. & cable. W/D. Avail. now. NS/NP. Call (604)299-6976COQUITLAM: Mariner Way, 1 bdrm gr lvl. Own w/d, sep entry. NS/NP. $675/mo incl utils. (604)945-6755.COQUITLAM North, 2 bdrm grnd lvl suite with storage, 1.5 baths, priv entry, large patio, w/d, 5 appli’s. N/S, N/P, $1050/mo incl utils/cable. Avail July 1st. 604-552-3307.Maple Ridge, 2 bdrm clean 900sf above grnd, full bath, dble ceiling, 2 car prkg ns/np $850. 604-466-3235MAPLE RIDGE, Bright new 1000 sf gl suite in exec area. 2/bdrm, 5/appli, shared W/D, gas f/p, heated fl rs, priv cov patio. $995/mo + util. Immed. N/S, no pets. 604-612-4110MAPLE RIDGE, East, 240th.1 bdrm 700 sf, full kit/bath. N/S. N/P. $825 incl utils. June 15. 604-614-0433.Maple Ridge East - reno’d like new 1 bdrm. f/bath, n/p, n/s, shr’d lndry. pri. ent. cls. to amens./bus, Now, $725 incls. cbl./utils. 604-783-8492

RENTALS

750 SUITES, LOWER

MAPLE RIDGE Lge bright 2 bdrm on acreage 5 appls gas F/P NS/NP. July 1. $975 + util. 604-842-3166

MAPLE RIDGE WEST Bright & spacious

2 Bedroom basement suite. No pets, No Smoking.

Close to amenities Available July 1st. $975/mo incls utils 778-918-7863

MAPLE RIDGE West Newer bright 1 bdrm. n/p. Sep ent. Nr schl & hosp. $750 incl hydro. Newly paint-ed & cleaned carpet. 604-306-7480.

Pitt Meadows. 2 bdrm ste in newer home. Nr amenits. N/S N/P. Avail now. $900 + % utils. 604-825-0587.

752 TOWNHOUSES

MAPLE RIDGE, close to down-town. New executive 3 bdrm T/H. S/S appls. granite C/T, heated bathrm fl rs. Avail immed. N/S. N/P. A must see!. 604-354-6452.

MAPLE RIDGE - New Townhouse, 4 bdrm 4 bathroom granite counters throughout, s/s appl. Centrally lo-cated in Duet Complex, Just off 116th Ave. $1800 + strata fees & utils. (604)463-1731

PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1005/mo - $1089/mo. Shares req’d. No subsidy available. Orien-tation 2nd & 4th Sun. 2 pm & 3rd Tues. 7 pm each mo. 19225 119th Ave., Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2B2. Leave msg 604-465-1938

TRANSPORTATION

806 ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

1986 Chrysler Town Country Woody Wagon, will take saxophone as part trade. $2900. 604-534-2997

810 AUTO FINANCING

INSTANT AUTO CREDIT Buying a used car is hard enough without having to worry about fi nancing! Get APPROVED for your car loan in minutes: www.NanaimoCars.com

812 AUTO SERVICES

FREE CASH WITH $0 DOWN at Auto Credit Fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599 www.autocredit-fast.ca. DLN 30309. Free Delivery

WANT A VEHICLE But Stressed About Your Credit? We Fund Your Future Not Your Past. Want a Visa? Any Credit, All Accepted. 1-888-593-6095

818 CARS - DOMESTIC

1990 CADILLAC Allante convertible white, “rare”, 2 seater, 155,000 kms Must sell. $6,900. 604-309-4001

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

2000 HONDA S2000 Sports Car, new tires, new windshield, great cond! Most fun you’ll have on 4 wheels!! $12,900. 604-835-0463.

2004 CROSSFIRE Mercedes built, all options, new tires, 37,000 miles, like new, one owner. 778-232-3578

2010 SMART CAR - Passion mod-el. 5000 kms. Black. Automatic. Asking $8500 fi rm. 604-538-4883.

2010 TOYOTA MATRIX, red, 2000 km, 4 dr, auto, alloy whls, $13,780. Call 778-895-7570 or 604-836-5931

2011 KIA RIO 5, auto, 11, 000 km, black, Air, cruise, p/w, p/l, htd seats, $8,800 fi rm. Call (604)538-9257.

2011 KIA RIO 5, h/b, auto, 11,000 kms. Black. Most options. $8500 fi rm. 604-538-9257.

TRANSPORTATION

827 VEHICLES WANTED

838 RECREATIONAL/SALE2006 NORTHSHORE 30ft Travel trlr dble 36” slide w/rear bunk beds full load $19,900. 604-819-38032008 NASH 22 GQ, Q. size bed, fully loaded, like new, must sell, $16,500. (604)850-1684/ 866-2179

2008 SALEM T25FLSLE

Microwave, electric slide, create a breeze fan, awning, counter

extension. $16,995 (Stk.30852A)www.fraserwayrv.com

1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

2011 SALEM T19XLT

Awning, DSI hot water, front bedroom, 16k furnace and more

$13,995 (Stk.30178)www.fraserwayrv.com

1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

8.3 CUMMINS DIESEL Pusher 36’, 85,000 mi., W/D, rear came-ra, $27,900. (604)539-0506

★ OPEN HOUSE ★June 10 ~ 12

Over 125 New & UsedTrailers, Motor homes,

5th Wheelsand folding tent trailers

ALL SALE PRICED

TRAVELAND RV 20529 Langley Bypass

www.travelandrv.ca

TRANSPORTATION

845 SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

CA$H for CAR$ No Wheels -No Problem! Servicing the Fraser Valley 604-746-2855

#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL

ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME

604.683.2200

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVALMinimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

Autos • Trucks• Equipment Removal

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

Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED Webuy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288

SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED Webuy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pick-up anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288The Scrapper

851 TRUCKS & VANS

2001 FORD 250 Lariat. 7.3 diesel, 4 dr, fl at deck with sides that come down. New Ford trans, starter & batteries. $12,500. 1-250-378-8857

2002 CHEVY ASTRO VAN, A/C, 100K, interior like new AirCared, $8300/obo. Call 604-598-0405.

Includes one week in theMaple Ridge News, the Tri-City News,and the Golden Ears Daily.

Includes:TRUCKS, CARS, BOATS,TRAILERS, RV’S, VANS3 lines in all listed publicationsfor one week only $10 + tax.

Includes a listing on bcclassifi ed.com(private party ads only)

604-575-5555

– or pay $25 + tax for one week –in all Lower Mainland publications

1.5 million households

Reach 180,000Households

foronly

plus tax

AUTOSPECIAL

$1000

Sell it Now!

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PROCEEDS GO TO KIDSPORT& LOCAL YOUTH GROUPS.

BC Gaming Event License #33210. Applicable Taxes included. Ticket purchasers must be 19 years of age or older. Winners consent to release their names by license. Holders of winning tickets not required to be present to claim prizes. Know your limit, play within it.

WARDROBE BASICSALL*REGULAR PRICED

WOMEN’S TEES, TANKS,SHORTS, SKORTS, & CAPRIS40%

OFF

*Excludes Health wear and Yoga wear

Butterfl y

$$32329999Grendha$$34349999

Cyclers Gleamers $549999

Rumblers Crazy Daisies$4999

RumblersLong Stems$4999

NOW UP TO

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SELECTSTYLES

whilestock lasts

65%OFF

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THE SMART DETAILSuper soft, dryer safe tanksresist shrinking and fading,even after 30 washes.

THE SMART DETAILCURVE-TECH® tanks with a real built-in bra, lift, shape, and support-with no extra straps to worry about.

$$ 9999 $$ 99

Mark’s Maple Ridge is looking for friendly, experienced and energetic retail associates. Please apply in person with resumé.

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rear air conditioning. Stk# UT014728

$14,995

2004 Toyota Sienna CE

1 local owner, fully equipped including power sunroof & power

seat. Trailer tow package. Stk #UT498483

$31,995

2008 Toyota Tundra Crew Max

1 BC owner, BCAA 143 point inspection, fully equipped, V6, Ford warranty,

Stk# UT085317

$15,995

2007 Ford RangerSupercab XLT 4x4

2010 Toyota Corolla

Local Toyota certifi ed vehicle, up to

date servicing. Stk# UC092557

$19,995

2010 Toyota Camry

Local vehicle, auto, fully equipped, no accidents, BCAA 143 point inspection. Stk #UC126440

$17,995

2010 Nissan Altima

1 owner, 6 passenger seating, fully equipped including power moonroof,

Mazda warranty. Stk #UT300671

$16,995

2008 Mazda 5

1 local owner, auto, premium package, power roof, alloys, no

accident claims. Stk #UC098917

$23,995

2008 BMW 323I

Local Toyota Certifi ed-factory warranty, up to date servicing & special Toyota fi nance

rates(OAC), power group, auto. Stk #UC206867

$13,995

Local vehicle, one owner, Toyota certifi ed-special fi nance rates(OAC), no accident claims.

Stk #UC387693

$18,995

2010 Toyota Matrix

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2008 NISSAN ROGUE

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2010 HYUNDAI SANTA FE

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2008 MAZDA CX-7 GS

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2008 MAZDA CX-9 GT

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1999 MAZDA MIATAFun in the sun with low kms and

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2011 Escape Limited 4WD V6 Loaded Nav only 4,691 kms UT018137Was $39991 SAVE $3000 SALE 36991

2011 EDGE LIMITED AWD 9859 kms BLACK, UT000172 was $48,709 SAVE $1,000 SALE $47,709

2011 FIESTA 4DR SDN SE 15430 kms, GREY UC136745 was $20,991 SAVE $3,000 SALE $17,991

2011 LINCOLN MKX AWD W/ NAV 13174 kms, BLACK UT001986 was $57,400 SAVE $1,442 SALE $55,958

2011 MUSTANG GT CONVERTIBLE low kms, BLACK UC105007 was $42,991 SAVE $3,999 SALE $38,992

2010 F150 SUPERCREW 4WD XTR 27,226 KMS UT038181 was $35,991 SAVE $3000 SALE $32,991 2010 ESCAPE 4X4 XLT 4CYL LOADED, 19132 kms, GREY UT052067was $30,991 SAVE $3,000SALE $27,991

2010 ESCAPE 4X4 XLT V6 W/SYNC, 18076 kms, GREY UT013959 was $29,991 SAVE $3,000 SALE $26,991

2010 ESCAPE 4X4 XLT 4CYL, 28386 kms, BLUE UT089511was $28,991 SAVE $3,000SALE $25,991

2010 F150 SUPERCREW XTR 4X4 6556 kms, GRAY UT014572was $39,991 SAVE $3,000 SALE $35,992

2010 F-150 4WD SUPERCREW 32661 kms, WHITE UT045986 was $32,991 SAVE $3,000 SALE $29,991

2010 FLEX LIMITED AWD LOADED 21586 kms, GREY UT000022 was $37,991 SAVE $3,000 SALE $34,991

2010 FUSION 4DR SDN SPORT AWD 15485 kms, BLACK UC379992was $32,991 SAVE $3,000SALE $29,991

2010 MUSTANG 2DR CONV PREMIUM 43047 kms, BLACK UC114440was $32,991SAVE $3,000SALE $29,991

2010 RANGER SUPERCAB SPORT 2WD 31035 kms, BLACK UT027571was $19,995 SAVE $4,003SALE $15,992

2010 SPORT TRAC ADRENA-LIN AWD V8 41952 kms, GRAY UT007959 was $38,991 SAVE $3,999SALE $34,992

2009 FOCUS 4 DOOR SES LOADED 36383 kms, SILVER UC39467A was $19,991SAVE $3,999 SALE $15,992

2009 SPORT TRAC XLT 4X4 V656468 kms, SILVER UT003342 was $31,991SAVE $3,999 SALE $27,992

2009 SPORT TRAC XLT 4X4 V6 W/ROOF 37000 kms, BLACK, UT000188was $32,991 SAVE $3,000SALE $29,991

2009 TOYOTA YARIS SEDAN, 80294 kms, GREY UC301231 was $14,991 SAVE $3,998 SALE $10,993

2008 DODGEGRAND CARAVAN SE88834 kms, GRAY UT683046 was $18,991 SAVE $3,000 SALE $15,991

2008 E250 CARGO VAN65887 kms, WHITE UT093236was $22,991 SAVE $3,000 SALE $19,991

2008 ESCAPE XLT V6 4X4 68282 kms, BLACK PEARL UT000774was $25,991 SAVE $3,000SALE $22,991

2008 ESCAPE 4X4 XLT V6 W/LEATHER 61227 kms, GRAY UT84250Awas $25,991 SAVE $3,000SALE $22,991

2008 ESCAPE 4DR 4WD XLT 88409 kms, GRAY UT41079Awas $23,991 SAVE $2,000SALE $21,991

2008 EXPLORER XLT 4X4 V8 87514 kms, BROWN UT034811was $28,991 SAVE $3,999 SALE $24,992

2008 F150 SUPERCREW XTR 4X4 60943 kms, GRAYUT04478A was $29,991 SAVE $3,999SALE $25,992

2008 F150 SUPERCREW XLT 4X4 62793 kms, BROWN UT057946 was $29,991 SAVE $3,999 SALE $25,992

2008 F150 SUPERCREW XTR 4X4 66395 kms, GRAY UT085341 was $29,991 SAVE $3,999 SALE $25,992

2008 F150 SUPERCREW FX4 CANOPY 50781 kms, SILVER UT058531was $31,991 SAVE $3,999SALE $27,992

2008 F150 SUPERCAB XLT 4X4 53081kms, WHITE UT027345 was $27,991 SAVE $3,999 SALE $23,992

2008 F150 SUPERCREW XLT 4X4 73623 kms, WHITE UT047921 was $28,991 SAVE $ 3,999 SALE $24,992

2008 F150 SUPERCAB XTR 4X4 34449 kms, BROWN UT026087 was $28,991SAVE $3,000 SALE $25,991

2008 F350 C CAB 4X4 S93497 kms, BLACK UT079110 was $40,991 SAVE $3,000SALE $37,991

2008 Taurus X Limited AWD with DVD 7 pass UT037153Was $28991 SAVE $3000 SALE $25991

2008 FOCUS 4 DOOR S SEDAN 66634 kms, GRAY UC277129 was $14,991 SAVE $3,499SALE $11,492

2008 HONDA CIVIC 4 DOOR 33664 kms, GREY UC023510 was $18,991 SAVE $3,999 SALE $14,992

2008 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED X 84615 kms, YELLOW UT605267 was $21,991 SAVE $3,999 SALE $17,992

2008 RANGER SUPERCAB SPORT 2WD 19000 kms, BLACK UT043360 was $19,991 SAVE $3,000 SALE $17,992

2008 RANGER R/C 2WD 4CYL AUTO 42624 kms, GRAY UT50790Bwas $14,991 SAVE $3,999 SALE $10,992

2008 FUSION SEL Loaded V6 Leather Sunroof 71,663 kms was $22,991 SAVE $3000 SALE $19,991

2008 Mustang V6 Coupe only has 1,688 kms Like new UC202061 was $22,991 SAVE $3000 SALE $19,991

2007 Dodge Ram 1500 SLT 4WD 84,481 kms UT175073 was $25,991 SAVE $3000 SALE $22,991

2007 DODGE RAM 1500 4X4 93564 kms, BLACK UT547242 was $23,991 SAVE $3,000 SALE $20,991

2007 DODGE MAGNUM WAGON 60364 kms, RED UC766296 was $18,991SAVE $5,998 SALE $12,993

2007 DODGE CALIBER SXT 52296 kms, RED UC121721 was $15,991 SAVE $3,999 SALE $11,992

2007 SPORT TRAC LIMITED 4X4 V6 89588 kms, STONE UT19717Bwas $27,991SAVE $ 3,000 SALE $24,991

2007 F150 SUPERCREW XTR 4X4 72064 kms, BLACK UT049485 was $25,991SAVE $3,997 SALE $21,994

2007 F150 LWB SUPERCAB XLT 4X4 114275 kms, GRAY UT040603 was $19,991 SAVE $3,000 SALE $16,991

2007 F150 LWB SUPERCAB XLT 4X4115761 kms, SILVER UT058887was $19,991 SAVE $3,000SALE $16,991

2007 FOCUS ZX3 COUPE SE92000 kms, SILVER UC304555was $14,991 SAVE $5,997SALE $8,994

2007 FREESTAR SE WAGON 97630 kms, SILVER UT035540 was $12,991 SAVE $3,000SALE $9,991

2007 MUSTANG 2DR CONV 51441 kms, BLACK UC306570was $28,991 SAVE $3,000 SALE $25,991

2007 RANGER SUPERCAB SPORT 2WD 107533 kms, GRAY UT070792was $15,991 SAVE $3,999SALE $11,992

2006 ESCAPE 4X4 XLT V6 W/LEATHER 80357 kms, BLUE UT062194was $21,991 SAVE $3,999SALE $17,992

2006 ESCAPE LIMITED V6 4X482468 kms, BLACK UT070246 was $22,991 SAVE $3,999 SALE $18,992

2006 F150 LWB SUPERCAB XL 4X4 109099 kms, BROWN UT73369A was $17,991 SAVE $ 3,000 SALE $14,991

2006 F350 KING RANCH DIESEL 115544 kms, BLACK UT017647 was $37,991 SAVE $3,999 SALE $33,992

2005 CHEVROLET IMPALA78883 kms, RED UC271302 was $14,991SAVE $ 3,999 SALE $10,992

2005 DODGE DAKOTA QUAD CAB 2WD 121232 kms, BLUEUT149047 was $12,991 SAVE $3,000SALE $9,991

2005 NISSAN FRONTIER85239 miles, SILVER UT434113 was $13,991 SAVE $3,499 SALE $10,492

2004 EXCURSION 4X4 LIMITED 180550 kms, BLACK UT47757A was $29,991SAVE $3,000 SALE $26,991

2004 TAURUS SEL SEDAN V6 122039 kms, GREEN UC142862 was $12,991 SAVE $5,997 SALE $6,994

2002 SEBRING 4 DOOR SEDAN 117642 kms, GRAY UC158542 was $10,991 SAVE $3,000 SALE $7,991

1999 DODGE RAM 2500 150471 kms, GREEN was $13,991 SAVE $3,500 SALE $10,491

1999 TOYOTA SIENNA LE LOADED 196954 kms, GREEN UT098999 was $9,991 SAVE $3,000 SALE $6,991

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2006 Fusion SE save $6997

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