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By Jennifer Lang munity here through residential programs, through day programs, The folks at the Surrey Associthrough employment programs, ation for Community Living were and most recently through home in a party mood Friday morning, share and supportive employment, holding a jubilant grand opening both of which I think are so imfor their newly-renovated buildportant,” Cadieux said. ing in Cloverdale under sunny “The evidence of the growth September skies. and expansion and rebirth of this The scent of fresh popcorn and building, just shows how much hotdogs being served more is possible.” up on the grill filled the Constructed in in air, as the unmistakable ‘The growth and 1974, the original sounds of karaoke in expansion and two-storey building at progress wafted down 17687 56A Avenue was from the deck on the rebirth of this overdue for an update. second floor, sending building just shows It was leaking, wasn’t celebratory vibes out to code, and wasn’t across the parking how much more is up accessible. lot, where a crowd of It was cheaper to renpossible.’ friends, neighbours and ovate than tear it down families gathered. - Stephanie completely, according The official ribCadieux, MLA to executive director bon-cutting was held Coreen Windbiel. held beneath a glittering It was originally home to the archway of gold and turquoise Surrey Credit Union, and SACL balloons. purchased the building in the The Sept. 16 event marks an mid-1980s. exciting new chapter for the The renovation project repassociation, which offers a range of resents a complete overhaul. Most support programs and services for of the building was demolished, people with special needs. Surrey-Cloverdale MLA Stepha- except for three exterior walls, and nie Cadieux, also Minister of Chil- gutted. Everything else is new, includdren and Family Development, ing electrical and mechanical praised the association’s decades of service in the community – and systems, an elevator, and a roomy second-floor balcony with skythe values of inclusion, respect, lights. dignity and caring it represents. Trilogy Homes Ltd. oversaw the “The Surrey Association has project, which included extensive been providing that sense of com-
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Horse racing club picks a sociable filly with promise Meet ‘Miss Pelo’ and the stars of harness racing at Backstretch Day By Jennifer Lang Her registered name is No Pelo Blue Chip but they call her “Miss Pelo” and she’s got the indefinable qualities of a celebrity in the making. For one thing, she’s a lady, and she’s wonderful around people – she loves to have someone pat her cheek or her forelock. Plus, she knows how to appreciate her fanbase. “Training on the track, she’s hilarious. She actually turns her head to look at all the people watching her,” says Carla Robin, executive director of Harness Racing B.C., an association representing the harness racing industry, getting ready to celebrate the 40th year of Standardbred horse racing in Cloverdale at Elements Casino, formerly known as Fraser Downs. It would be difficult to find a horse more suitable as a representative of Harness Racing in B.C., says Robin. “She’s got a very bright future ahead of her.” No Pelo Blue Chip, a three-year-old filly, is the inaugural pick for the new Fraser Downs Horse Racing Club for people who want to experience the thrills of owning a racehorse. A $250 membership offers the fun and perks of owning a racehorse, from visiting their Standardbred horse in the barn, hanging out on the backstretch on race nights, and, of course, posing in the winner’s circle when their horse wins. Top trainer Rick White is in charge of her care and handling. After sitting out her rookie season and struggling in the first part of this season in the U.S., Pelo has rebound-
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ed nicely since moving to Ontario in May. She has two wins, three seconds, and two, fourth-place finishes in her last seven starts, and set a lifetime mark of 1:57.4 for the mile race distance. White has her looking good and says she should be find on the Fraser Downs track, where she’ll get a chance to strut her stuff on or near the Oct. 6 opening day. The public is invited to meet Miss Pelo and the other stars of harness racing – the trainers and drivers – this Saturday (Sept. 24). Backstretch Day, hosted by Harness Racing B.C., is the traditional open house, running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be information, crafts, refreshments and barn tours. “We want to keep it really
New theme for Kids Gallery The Surrey Museum is inviting families to join them in celebrating the opening of the latest theme in the sustainability focused Kids Gallery. With new interactives focused on food, where it comes from and how it impacts the environment, the Kids Gallery at the Surrey Museum will re-launch on Saturday, Oct. 1 from 1-4 p.m. The free, family friendly event will feature a puppeteer, face painting and performances and interactions with Surrey’s heritage Re-enactors. The Friends of the Surrey
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educational this year,” Robin sats. “Talk to the trainers. Go through the barns, meet the horses, ask questions on training horses.” Members of the general public, from little kids to seasoned betters, are invited to get a behind the scenes look at the harness racing industry. It’s been a way of life for generations of local families and one that supports hundreds of direct and indirect jobs in Cloverdale, the Fraser Valley and across B.C., Robin says. “For every race horse out there, there are five people directly and indirectly employed by a horse,” says Robin, citing industry statistics. “There are owners, trainers, grooms, drivers, feed stores, farriers, veterinarians. They’re all there to look after
the horses. The economic spinoff is huge in the rural economies and the urban economy.” To find the barns, turn at the log archway at 176 Street and 62 Avenue (Bill Reid Way). The backstretch is located across from the Agriplex building on the Cloverdale Fairgrounds. For more information, visit harnessracingbc.com or email info@harnessracingbc. com.Contact HRBC for more details at harnessracingbc. com or call 604-574-5558. Live racing returns to Elements Casino Oct. 6, and runs Thursday and Friday nights in October and moving to Friday nights and Sunday afternoons in November and December, with 2017 racing dates available soon.
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Museum and Archives Society and the Cloverdale Lions will also be selling burgers and hot dogs to raise funds for the Museum expansion. The fully interactive Kids Gallery has been very popular since opening in October 2015. It features a tree house, a play farm house, a pipe wall and more to keep children of all ages engaged as they learn. “We expect the play garden to be a great addition for toddlers,” explains Lynn Saffery. “They can plant wooden carrots and other veggies while their older siblings take in the interactive on another level, learning about the environ-
mental impact of greenhouses versus farmer fields.” The long anticipated expansion of the Surrey Museum, scheduled to begin in January 2017, will see the Kids Gallery triple in size, allowing more stimulating and fun activities for children of various ages. The Surrey Museum is located at 17710-56A Avenue. It’s open Tuesdays to Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. Closed Mondays and statutory holidays. Call 604-592-6956 or visit www.surrey.ca/heritage.
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Another department was housed in the suite of a group home; while a third took up temporary residence in a group home garage. The day program moved to a location just behind the building last December – the initial target for completion of the renovation. “We were supposed to be in the new building by then, but had so many road blocks with the city,” she said, explaining that departments moved back in stages. Nearly two years later, the renovations complete, ‘It was awesome the association’s offices and programs are now together to have the under one roof. community of The building is home to 28 employees and an averCloverdale come age of 40 individuals daily see who we are take part in programming and what we do.’ based on the second floor – but most are out in the - Coreen Windbiel, community during the day. “We are going to have Surrey Association more events like this,” for Community Windbiel said of the grand Living opening. “It was awesome to have the community of Cloverdale come see who we are and what we do.” Upcoming plans include using the new coffee shop space for training for everything from barista and cleaning to serving. “We will be offering coffee by donation,” Windbiel added. “I hope we can give back to the community of Cloverdale with hot coffee and a snack for those who cannot afford it. Cloverdale has been good to us!”
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All non-profit organizations can email their special events to newsroom@cloverdalereporter.com EVENTS BACKSTRETCH DAY Meet the equine stars of harness racing at Backstretch Day, hosted by Harness Racing B.C. Enjoy complimentary refreshments, information, crafts and barn tours, and meet No Pelo Blue Chip, the Fraser Downs Horse Racing Club horse. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Across from the Agriplex on the Cloverdale Fairgrounds. Enter from 176 Street at 62 Avenue (Bill Reid Way).
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CLOVERDALE MARKET DAY The Cloverdale Arts and Entertainment Association presents Cloverdale Market Days, Saturday, Sept. 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on 176 Street between 56A Ave. and 58 Ave. Vendors, sidewalk sales, food trucks, performers, bouncy castles, and more.
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UKRAINIAN SOUL FOOD Perogies, cabbage rolls and borsch will be available Friday, Sept. 30 at a fundraiser from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 13512 108 Ave., Surrey. Eat in, take away, or ready for your freezer. For information, call 604-531-1923 or 604-581-0313.
ANNOUNCEMENTS The Society of Versatile Entertainers is back for another season of fun in Cloverdale. As seniors, entertaining our community and giving back is part of what we do. We need some new blood in the group and Cloverdale is our base of operations. Give us a call at 604-613-3116 or drop in to the Cloverdale Legion any Monday at 12 noon and ask for Susie. Having fun is our priority, come see us and find out what we are all about. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Langley Hospice Certificate Training Program for those wishing to volunteer or are interested in the subject is a 10-session program that covers issues of life and death, as well as grief and loss and related skills. The training starts Sept. 20 at the cost of $150. For more info and registration please contact Fernande at 604-530-1115. CRAFTERS NEEDED Annual Cloverdale United Church Craft Fair Saturday, Nov. 19, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., 17575 58A Ave., Cloverdale. Crafters needed, $25 per table. Please leave a message at cloverdalehazelmereuc@telus.net or call 604-574-5813. WANTED: YOUR STORY, YOUR LEGACY Teens and Seniors Write Surrey Join Surrey’s Poet Laureate Renee Saklikar for this unique writing event. On Monday, Sept. 26 at the Cloverdale Library from 1-3:30 p.m. (Non-instructional Day). Open to teens and seniors, you’ll be guided through some intriguing writing prompts to create a legacy for yourself and for Surrey. Completed works will be published in a Legacy Project anthology. Register at the information desk at the Cloverdale Library or call 604-598-7327. CLUBS/GROUPS FOOD PROBLEM? Is food a problem for you? Do you eat when you’re not hungry? Do you go on eating binges? Is your weight affecting your life? Overeaters Anonymous offers help. No fees, no dues, no weigh-ins, no diets. We are a fellowship. We meet every Thursday from 7:30 to 9 p.m. in the Cloverdale United Church basement, 17575-58A Ave., Cloverdale. Everyone welcome.
Surrounded by lottery winners It’s not like we did anything to deserve the privilege of having been born in Canada
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We talked about the violence the theatre, festivals and sportand poverty and tering events. ror, endured during My idea of parfive years of a civil adise would be a quaint little hobwar being fought on several fronts — this by farm, perhaps after living for years on the Island or under a brutal dictasomewhere in the torship. Interior. A place to really get away There may not be any fancy lake from it all. houses or penthouse And vacations, suites in their near we would take so many vacations to future. Perhaps not Brenda Anderson for generations to so many different come. Maybe never. places. But, we wondered aloud, what Since none of us would ever have to work again, there’d be must it feel like to finally find nothing to stop us from travel- yourself in a place where you ing whenever and wherever, for don’t fear a knock on the door in the middle of the night; where a however long we liked. It might have been around bomb going off in the street is this point that our discussion an extremely remote possibility, about world geography took a rather than a given, where you can criticize the government sharp turn. At some point, we got on the without fear of reprisal? That’s not to say that everytopic of the Middle East, which led to refugees in general and, thing is perfect or that we should specifically, the thousands of never complain or protest when displaced Syrians who now call we’re unhappy about something the government is or isn’t doing. Canada home.
t’s hard to say how the topic of lottery jackpots came up this time. Likely, somewhere in our travels that day, we’d passed one of those ubiquitous signs that boast the latest obscene figure — usually some unfathomable number in the tens of millions — that some lucky so and so is going to claim eventually. It was one of those typical, “What would you do if it were you?” conversations. Lounging on the deck, drink in hand, enjoying a cool breeze on an otherwise warm August day in the north Okanagan, it should have been easy to let our imaginations run wild. But, I’m sorry to say, we weren’t an overly creative bunch — the answers we managed to come up with were pretty standard fare. A house overlooking a lake. And, of course, no lake house would be complete without a fancy boat; a suite in a downtown Vancouver high-rise, offering easy access to concerts,
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Heck, that’s half the fun of living in a democracy. As we talked, it dawned on us that in the one way that really matters, we’d already won the lottery. It had happened decades ago, and we’ve been carrying the winning ticket around with us ever since. Only we call it something else — a birth certificate. Canada regularly finds itself at or near the top of international lists ranking quality of life, whether it’s the economy, peacefulness or pure natural beauty that’s being judged. We may work and pay our taxes, contribute to charity and obey the law of the land. It’s all part of the deal. Of course, our being here in the first place is purely an accident of birth. It’s not like we did anything to deserve the privilege of having been born in Canada. For any of us, in the end, it’s just luck of the draw. – Brenda Anderson is editor of the Langley Times, a sister paper to the Reporter
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Please don’t chop down Green Timbers To the editor; Re: the development next to Green Timbers Urban Forest – my concerns; 1) The promise was made to protect the forest 2) Needed services for Surrey community I am shocked and disappointed in our elected officials and their approval given on May 9 on the controversial development proposal requiring the clear-cut of 12 acres of the original replanted forest on the old BC Forestry tree nursery grounds of the Green Timbers Urban Forest
(GTUF). Their decision shows little respect for this global treasure. Opposition was presented by Green Timbers Heritage Society (GTHS) president Don Schuetze, director Jim Foulkes, environmentalist Deb Jack, and GTHS Bill Potma, stating that development to close proximity to the GTUF would have detrimental effects to this fragile ecosystem. After little discussion city council approved the proposal anyway. Many concerned Surrey citizens were present and a wave of vocal dismay was heard. GTUF was the first
re-forestation project completed in BC by the Ministry of Forests. In 1930 Premier Tolmie announced that Surrey was chosen for the location of an experimental forest and a promise was made to “care for the forest in perpetuity.” One square mile of prime earth with ideal conditions were set aside by the government of BC for replanting a new forest after clear cut logging had taken place over the entire region. After a grueling task of preparing the earth and clearing areas for planting, numerous species and varieties of
tender young saplings were finally planted, and given their new home, the GTUF. The Minister of Forests declared the experiment was a success! This first example of reforestation was the reason to adapt this practice on all clearcuts across the entire province. A mandatory law was made for all land owners practicing clear-cut logging to replant native species of trees, which remains in effect today. The ancient rainforest is gone forever. GTUF is the oldest second growth forest in BC, and GTUF is a unique
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I understand the need for the proposed services for the community: a homeless shelter, care facility, offices, a restaurant, a parking lot, and a bioenergy facility (how ironic). But why choose the forest location next to a sensitive ecosystem? I suggest the city choose to build these needed services elsewhere. Perhaps one or two square blocks of neglected “teardown” houses in areas well known. Surely the City of Surrey can do this without destroying more of our valuable forest. The GTHS was formed when the city in 1986 proposed to destroy that forest to build a sports stadium. The people protested and demanded a referendum, which was granted. The result of that vote was a big, “No!” for destroying the forest and “No!” to the stadium. As a result, the GTHS took immediate action and commenced organizing volunteer residents planting trees, clearing bush, and building trails. They also got “Fish and Game” involved to create the lake, stocked it with fish, and created a balanced, healthy environment for wildlife and humans. Surrey Council then made a promise to the people to “leave the forest
untouched, and honour the original promise made by the late Premier Tolmie.” The GTUF continues to be a popular area for nature enthusiasts, hikers, bird watchers, fishermen, and future foresters. It’s important that our children and future generations experience the beauty and serenity this paradise provides. I don’t see how that can continue with all those unrelated facilities next door. My father, John Tompson, an environmental pioneer, was one of those young men who worked on the reforestation project in the 1930’s clearing the ground and planting trees, and was present when Premier Tolmie made the promise to the people to preserve the forest forever. John was one of the founding members of Green Timbers Heritage Society and his passion for preserving nature for future generations continues within me. Let’s all sign the petition at savegreentimbers.ca to show support to preserve this special place that is not a city park, but a forest reserve. Cheryl Rose Lauzon (Tompson) Daughter of the late John Tompson
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global treasure and should be treated with respect. Premier Tolmie promised the citizens that GTUF would be protected in perpetuity, and that means forever. “Protect” means to do whatever it takes, to keep it in its natural state so future generations can visit, and experience the paradise it is. One square mile is a very limited space to support such an ecosystem. The outer edge of the forest is vulnerable to strong winds which blow down some of the trees. This is nature’s way to create a “guard”. The more openly exposed the perimeter, the more damage it will receive during wind storms. Therefore, the development that was recently approved by Surrey council requiring about 12 acres of the replanted area is irresponsible. By ignoring the advice of the experts that presented their opposition, trying to protect the forest for future generations. The City of Surrey is a democratic government whose job as elected officials is to represent the citizens. It seems to me that mayor and council are behaving as though they own the land. I suggest there be a referendum giving the citizens a chance to vote on this very important decision.
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Clayton townhomes approved Surrey council gives the greenlight to massive complex despite school crowding
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trees coming down, and council asked that some of those be mature trees to allow for a good canopy. The development will be constructed in 2019. It’s just another development in a fast-growing city that infrastructure, primarily schools, has not kept pace with. As part of the City of Surrey planning report, graphs show both elementary schools and secondary schools well over capacity. Clayton Heights Secondary alone is about 400 students over
capacity now, a figure that grows to about 600 by 2019. Elementary schools in the area are currently more than 150 over capacity now and expected to be more than 250 over by 2019. School district figures provided to the city estimate there will be 68 more elementary students as part of this development and 34 secondary students. Surrey Coun. Bruce Hayne followed the development closely, and said this month his main concern is regarding elementary
schools. Hayne said he heard from the school district an elementary school will be up and running by the time this development is complete. He, and the rest of his colleagues, were satisfied this development will be appropriately served by schools. That’s not to say Hayne is pleased with the pace of capital construction of schools in the community. “We have continued concerns over the number of school spaces in the Clayton area,” Hayne said. Discussions continue between the city, school district and province about alleviating those concerns.
Back to staff Another large development was turned back to staff at the afternoon land use meeting. A plan for 114 townhomes at 175 Street and 57A Avenue was directed back for the developer to work with the Cloverdale Business
New Surrey classrooms open Tweedsmuir Secondary in Cloverdale. “I’m sure it is a great relief for the many students and staff working in portables for several years to be able to start this school year in a school classroom, and I can tell you our board shares in your relief and joy,” said Surrey Board of Education chair Shawn Wilson
at the event at Adams Road Elementary, which was also attended by Surrey-Cloverdale MLA Stephanie Cadieux and Surrey-Tynehead MLA Amrik Virk, as well as teachers, parents and students. “Trustees now look forward to continuing the work and progress in moving more students into new schools
and additions.” The combined budget for the four projects is $64.6 million, including $55.2 million for Salish Secondary School and $9.4 million for the three additions. The provincial government kicked in $45.6 million and the Surrey School District another $19 million.
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The kick-off is the first professional gig of the season for the Versatiles, a Cloverdale-based group of seniors performers. Look for them again at the Cloverdale Legion before Halloween, when they once again present a haunted house attraction for local children and their parents, and at a number of upcoming shows: They are performing there on Remembrance Day, and will be putting on a by-donation performance Dec. 11 at the Legion, too.
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The Society of Versatile Entertainers is back for another season of fun, says founder Susie Francis Hall, pointing out that rehearsals resumed Sept. 12. The golden-aged volunteers sing, dance and do comedy, performing variety shows at festivals, seniors residences, and elementary schools. New members are always welcome. For more information, call 604-613-3116 or drop by the Cloverdale Legion every Monday at noon and ask for Susie.
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It was raccoon 1, car 0 ‘Douglas’ defies death; clings to border-bound car after being hit By Jennifer Lang You can just imagine what the customs officer must have thought. When a car racing to the U.S.-Canada border struck a raccoon during a speedy drive through Surrey on June 11, the occupants had no idea the critter became lodged in the grill of their car. It was only when they reached the border that they were informed there was a foot hanging from their vehicle, according to the staff at Critter Care, a wild animal rescue and rehabilitation organization based in South Langley. Border officers used a baton to dislodge what they presumed was a dead raccoon. To their astonishment, the ornery raccoon was very much alive, and very grumpy. Once freed from the grill, the feisty fur ball ran off into the bush separating the two countries at the international Peace Arch crossing. The car, meanwhile, had to be towed away. It wouldn’t restart – presumably as a result of its high-speed encounter. A staff member from Critter Care was called to help locate the injured raccoon, an adult male. It took 45 minutes to track and find him – on the U.S. side of the line. The staff member had to be declared by the agents in order to re-enter Canada, along with the raccoon – dubbed ‘Douglas’, in honour of the Highway 99
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phaned B.C. mammals, including skunks, porcupines, beavers, raccoons, coyote, deer, otter, bobcats, lynx, bears, opossums and squirrels. It can cost $5,000 to feed one black bear cub for 18 months of care. The organization relies on donations from the public and some community grants to operate. Food and specialized formula is expensive and fundraisers such as the walk-a-thon go a long way to help cover those costs. The Oct. 2 walk is from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Campbell Valley Regional Park, Langley (South entrance of 8 Ave.). Participants can check out exhibits featuring animal and environmental organizations, artisans and their wares, and enjoy the barbecue. Prizes will be awarded to top individual and group fundraisers. Bring your canine companion, if you like. Dogs are welcome on leash. To register, call Cathy at 778255-5806 or email crittercarewalk@gmail.com. There are 2 K and 4 K routes. Early bird registrations are $10 before Sept. 25 and $15 after.
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Celebrate the harvest season with food, music and free, family fun this weekend at Historic Stewart Farm, hosting the Olde Harvest Fair on Sept. 24. Since the first fall fair in 1888, Surrey residents have marked the harvest with a bounty of food, neighbourly competitions and music. Fall is traditionally a time of uniting families with others in the community, and people of all ages are invited to do just that at the free event. Festivities include local food vendors and artisans, baked potatoes, warm apple cider, Surrey Re-Enactors breathing life into Surrey’s stories, face painting for the kids, live music by the Central Fraser Valley Fiddlers, washboard and acoustic guitar music, potato sack races and other games – like the scarecrow relay and needle in a haystack. There will also be cider pressing and butter mak-
ing demonstrations, along with tours of the 1894 farmhouse. The Surrey Heritage Commission will be unveiling a new heritage plaque celebrating the farm’s role in the history of Surrey. In keeping with the community spirit of the season, visitors are invited to bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the South Surrey/White Rock Food Bank. The Historic Stewart Farm is located at 13723 Crescent Road in South Surrey. Site hours are Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Entrance is by donation. For more information, call 604-592-6956 or visit www.surrey.ca/heritage – Cloverdale Reporter
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Queen of Hearts plays Langley Grammy, CMA, and Billboard award winning artist Juice Newton is heading to the Cascades Casino in Langley this month. The pop and country singer, songwriter and musician, performs Wednesday, Sept. 28 at the casino. Newton first burst on the scene in the ‘80s, dominating the country and billboard charts with 15 top 10 hits. She’s best known for such chart-topping hits as Queen of Hearts, Angel in the Morning, It’s a Heartache, the Sweetest Thing and Love’s been a Little Bit Hard on Me. Tickets are available at ticketweb and at Juice Newton casino guest services. Call 604530-2211. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the show is at 8 p.m. Presented by Rock.It Boy Entertainment. – Cloverdale Reporter
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New SkyTrain line from Burnaby to Coquitlam nearly finished The SkyTrain extension to the Tri Cities will make Metro Vancouver’s fully automated rapid transit system the longest in the world. The project is more than 90 per cent complete. Finishing work continues at all Evergreen Line stations and the construction of the station plazas are nearing completion. The new 150 parking spots are in addition to 415 parking spaces and Coquitlam Central Station and 85 at Moody Centre Station. “These additional parking spots will especially help those commuters who also have to drop off children or complete other errands before or after
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By Jeff Nagel with poverty-level wages in one of the More than 120,000 B.C. workers most expensive provinces in Canada.” B.C. previously had the lowest mingot a raise last Thursday with the B.C. government’s minimum wage hike imum wage in Canada, but the latest increase places it eighth lowest relafrom $10.45 to $10.85 per hour. An increase of just 10 cents had tive to other provinces and territories. Critics of significant minimum been scheduled under the BC Liberal government’s previous plan of follow- wage hikes point to the strain it could put on businesses and suggest it could ing a cost-of-living formula. But Premier Christy Clark an- hurt as many people as it helps. The Canadian Federation of Indenounced in May the inpendent Business warned crease would be boosted to 40 cents and indicated a ‘These are adults minimum wage increases can prompt businesses similar lift will come next struggling to make to cut jobs or hours, raise fall. prices or delay expansion BC NDP leader John ends meet.’ plans. Horgan has committed e knee-jerk impulse to a $15 minimum wage, - Iglika Ivanova, to “Thforce employers to which is also the target of CCPA pay higher wages for ena campaign led by the B.C. try-level jobs may make Federation of Labour and is expected to be a key issue for New the politicians feel like they are doDemocrats in next spring’s provincial ing something, but it may actually do more harm than good,” said CFIB election. The labour federation says the lat- B.C. vice-president Richard Truscott. est 40-cent increase does little to re- “When you add that to a potential duce inequality in B.C., while a $15 CPP payroll tax increase, it’s easy to an hour minimum wage would help see why many small businesses are selift 500,000 B.C. workers – one in four riously worried.” The B.C. formula discounts the – out of poverty. “Small minimum wage increases— minimum wage by $1.25 for restaulike the one we’re seeing today—only rant and pub servers, to reflect the perpetuate working poverty,” said income they receive from tips. Meanwhile, the province is also Iglika Ivanova, senior economist at the Canadian Centre for Policy Alter- shelving planned hikes to Medical Services Plan premiums, which were natives. “The majority of low-wage workers to jump four per cent next year. Rates work full time, and nearly a third have for MSP will stay at $75 per month for been in the same job for over three an adult earning more than $30,000 a years. We’re not talking about teen- year, and will go down for people on agers or casual workers—these are premium assistance. – Black Press adults struggling to make ends meet
Repatriation Specialist Royal BC Museum, Victoria, British Columbia The Repatriation Specialist facilitates and manages First Nations consultations by developing the consultation framework and decision-making processes, establishing working relationships with First Nations communities, organizing consultation sessions and providing advice. The Repatriation Specialist maintains an inventory of BC First Nation artifacts located outside of their communities and helps facilitate the transfer of important cultural property from other museums where requested by the community. Ideally you will have formal education supporting your experience conducting research and analysis. You will have significant experience working with First Nations and facilitating First Nations consultations. You have excellent research and writing skills with the ability to synthesize and present complex information. We offer an attractive compensation package, training & development opportunities, a great location and the chance to work in an organization passionate about preserving, protecting and sharing BC with the world. Priority will be given to BC First Nations applicants. Visit www.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/employment to review the job description and complete selection criteria. Please submit your application by 11:59pm, October 14, 2016, quoting Competition RB2016:26 via email to: humanresources@royalbcmuseum.bc.ca
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New foreign money crackdown urged Currency seized from Chinese arrivals at the Vancouver International Airport soared to $6.4 million in 2015 By Jeff Nagel get it out of an unstable economy somewhere The B.C. governelse, this is just a cost of ment is under renewed doing business.” pressure to regulate Because the new tax foreign money inflows applied on deals struck after the disclosure before Aug. 1 that had that the amount of not closed by that date, undeclared cash seized it triggered a scramble from Chinese citizens by some foreign buyers at Vancouver airport has soared over the past to speed up closing or find other ways around three years. the tax. Data obtained by The developer of NDP MLA David Eby the Trump tower in under a federal access downtown Vancouver to information request has acknowledged helpshows undeclared cash ing foreign confiscated buyers of from Chithe pre-sale nese arrivals ‘There’s a lot of condos there at YVR more than doubled smoke but there assign their contracts to from $2.8 don’t appear to be Canadian million in any firefighters.’ family or 2013 to $6.4 friends to million in avoid paying 2015. - David Eby, the tax. That’s in NDP MLA Eby argues addition to for a higher more than ongoing an$320 million nual property over the tax surcharge on homes same three years that owned by people who was declared by Chiare not residents of nese citizens. Canada for tax purpos“It seems significant es and not paying tax to us from the perin B.C. spective of where is the He said the governmoney going,” Eby said. “Is it going into the real ment’s belated tax on foreign buyers going estate market or is it going somewhere else?” forward fails to extract anything from all The vast majority of money seized at YVR in those who already own homes here. each of the three years “There’s a lot of was carried by Chinese money already here in nationals – more than from all other countries the real estate market,” he said. “There’s a lot combined. Eby said the province of investors who were could do much more to already here before the new tax came in. And deter foreign investors from parking money in those people don’t have the B.C. real estate mar- to pay the new tax. Eby also said the ket and largely avoiding province needs to take taxes. The B.C. government steps to modernize the tax system and better introduced its 15 per enforce against illegal cent tax on foreign transfers. buyers of property in “There’s lots of smoke Metro Vancouver effective Aug. 1 and the pace but there don’t appear to be any firefighters.” of sales has dropped A finance ministry sharply since then. spokesman said illicit Eby said the foreign transfers of cash into buyers tax may be enCanada is the juriscouraging local buyers diction of the federal to wait on the sidelines government, as is to see if prices will fall. But he said he doubts anything that happens at Vancouver airport. it will have much In a statement issued impact on wealthy Sunday in response to overseas investors. “For true internation- newly reported allegations of possible tax al speculators that are evasion, Finance Minbringing money into ister Mike de Jong said real estate as a way to
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the Canada Revenue Agency is the primary body for auditing income tax compliance. “The CRA must diligently enforce the law,” he said. But immigration lawyer Richard Kurland said the CRA would be much better armed to crack down on foreign tax evaders if the B.C. government had made property buyers declare whether they are tax
residents of Canada. That would make it much easier for the CRA to extract capital gains tax from foreign citizens when they sell property at a profit, he said. “Not having that information ties CRA’s hands and that’s not right. B.C. has to help CRA do its job. It can’t just smile, cross its hands and say ‘Good luck with this, there’s
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Warriors return to Cloverdale All Star Wrestling at the Cloverdale Fairgrounds is welcoming back two of its biggest stars. Dan DiLucchio and Mike Reid – aka Midget Wrestling Warriors – are on target for Friday, Sept. 23 at the Alice McKay Building at 6050A 176 Street. The ASW pro wrestling show features the warriors in a match that includes tables, ladders and chairs. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 front row and $15 general admission. For more information, visit allstarwrestling.ca or call 604-510-0872. – Cloverdale Reporter
MSP hike off as real estate lifts B.C. budget surplus Property transfer tax rakes in nearly $1 billion more than planned By Jeff Nagel The B.C. government has scrapped a planned medical premium increase next year now that the province’s surplus has ballooned to nearly $2 billion. The red hot real estate market is a big factor behind the improved financial picture detailed in the first quarter budget update released last week. Property Transfer Tax revenues for 2016 are now forecast at $2.1 billion – an increase of $965 million over the budget – with $165 million projected to come from the new 15 per cent tax on foreign buyers of Metro Vancouver homes. The Property Transfer Tax now far eclipses the $1.2 billion in forecast gambling revenue from the B.C. Lotteries Corp. and is just short of the $2.35 billion B.C. gets from all forestry, natural gas and other resource royalties. The currently forecast surplus for the year of $1.94 billion is up from $264 million in the budget. And that’s after the province set aside $500 million for new housing priorities and
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other yet-to-be-announced measures. “About half the value of the increased revenue from the Property Transfer Tax – $500 million – will be invested in new programs to benefit housing affordability and $400 million will be invested in the B.C. Prosperity Fund as a legacy for future generations,” Finance Minister Mike de Jong said. The province is forecasting stronger 2.7 per cent economic growth for B.C. for 2016, up 0.3 per cent from budgeted. The B.C. government now forecasts continued balanced budgets with surpluses of at least $900 million in each of the next two years. De Jong said the higher revenues have allowed the government to cancel its planned four per cent increase to Medical Services Plan premiums set for Jan. 1 that would have increased costs for an adult by $36 a year. Premiums will go down four per cent for those who are eligible for premium assistance. Canadian Taxpayers Federation B.C. director Jordan
Bateman said the MSP premium freeze is a positive step but no great cause for celebration. “This comes after 15 years of straight increases, more than doubling it on their watch,” he said. “So we’re not planning a parade for these guys and we still want to see (MSP premiums) scrapped completely.” Bateman said the B.C. government uses medical premiums, rather than some more direct form of taxation for health care, so it can claim low overall taxes compared to other jurisdictions. “A family like mine is paying $150 a month in this tax, yet it’s not calculated as part of the overall tax burden by government.” He said the move to scrap the MSP hike shows the government is feeling pressure on cost-of-living issues. Bateman also cautioned that revenue from the Property Transfer Tax may have peaked if the foreign buyers tax has indeed cooled what was a frenzied market with record sales and fast price gains. – Black Press
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‘Everything happens for a reason’ Breast cancer survivor Sally Haysom will be taking part in her ninth CIBC Run for the Cure on Oct. 2 By Boaz Joseph On Oct. 2, well over 1,000 people, most of them wearing pink and white, will gather at Bear Creek Park for the CIBC’s Run for the Cure, a fundraiser for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. As the event’s communication coordinator, Sally Haysom is currently prepping a breast cancer survivor to address the walkers and runners with an inspiring motivational speech. But just in case that scenario doesn’t pan out, Haysom has her own speech ready, as backup. “A lot of time, survivors have a tough time getting on up on stage and speaking in front of thousands of people.” Haysom doesn’t mind telling her own story. Nine years ago, a small lump was found in her right breast. It was benign in a biopsy, but the doctor found what were described as unusual cells, and she was advised to monitor it closely. She had already lost a sister and BOAZ JOSEPH / BLACK PRESS four aunts – one of them before 50 Sitting with grandkids Conall, 6, and Rosaleen, 12, Surrey’s Sally Haysom, a breast cancer survivor for eight years, is gearing – to breast cancer, so it seemed to up for the CIBC Run for the Cure at Bear Creek Park on Oct. 2. Haysom that it wasn’t a matter of stress we go through,” she says. Surrey in 2012, she began taking a of the most important realizations if, but when. After her first surgery, more active part in the (I made) was that if you accept Three month later, a self-exam while recuperating on event, from participant your condition and hold self-pity supported her worst fears. ‘I struggled to to committee memat bay, others won’t feel sorry for “It had gotten to the point where her couch, Haysom saw a commercial on TV for make 5k but we ber to survivor I could feel it.” the CIBC Run for the coordinator to The grandmother of 13 was made it.’ Cure in Vancouver. communications diagnosed with breast cancer at “I struggled to make the age of 52. - Sally Haysom coordinator. “As I made the “We decided as a family – it was 5K, but we made it.” She re-joined every transition from a group decision – that we would year, and as the event began in helpless victim to activist, one go with a bilateral mastectomy.” The surgery was on March 18, 2008. “We did not go with the surgery well, and I ended up having 10 surgeries in four years. It just kept going and To Advertise in this space call 604-575-5555 wouldn’t heal, and things were not going well. I kept having to go MASONRY/CONSTRUCTION PAINTING RUBBISH REMOVAL back for surgery again We are in search of NICKEL MASONRY www.paintspecial.com and again and again...” Lower Mainland memories and photos & CONSTRUCTION 778-322-2378 Although the healing 604-996-8128 Fraser Valley RUBBISH REMOVAL was slow and painful, Running this ad for over 12years of you, your friends and RERESH YOUR HOUSE Haysom has been canBEFORE YOU SELL Professional Quality Services • Chimney/Fireplace Repairs cer-free for eight years loved ones who served in the Great Rates • Brick Work and six months. • Roof Repair & Leaks Canadian Armed Forces • Cultured Stones & Landscaping • APPLIANCES Although the surgery • Sidewalks & Concrete • ABANDONED PROPERTY CLEAN UP on March 18, 2008 • Stone Work & Retaining Walls during wartime and • YARD WASTE • DRYWALL 3 rooms for $299 wasn’t to be her last, PROMPT & RELIABLE! • FURNITURE 2 coats of any colour FREE ESTIMATES she still celebrates that peacekeeping missions. • DEMO/CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls QUALITY GUARANTEED milestone. Cloverdale High Performance paint. nickelconstruction.ca NO PAYMENT until Job is Call The following year, completed. Ask us about our 604-961-3505 on March 18, she and Laminate Flooring Call 604-679-7648 The Cloverdale Reporter will her family began to hold Pink Balloon Release be honouring local veterans AWNINGS Day. who fought for our freedom. Now every year, her whole family gathers to bring good wishes, inflate balloons and attach positive messages to them. The balloons are Aluminum Patio released at 2:18 p.m., Covers, Sunrooms, the same time as the Roofing, Railings surgery. Even one of her sons and Vinyl. has a simultaneous ceremony with his family of 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com eight in Alberta. (They send her videos.) “It’s a release of all the 7786355 7786341
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