IVAN SCOTT a main force behind the KEEP THE RCMP IN SURREY movement was so inspired yesterday as the switch over from the RCMP to Surrey Police Services, he put pen to paper.
Ode to the Surrey RCMP
Beneath the Maple's steadfast shade,
The RCMP in Surrey stood, unswayed.
Seventy-two years, their duty embraced,
A shield of justice, our city’s grace.
Five lives given in courage’s name,
In sacrifice, they forged their flame.
Guardians bold, through night and strife,
They walked the line to guard our life.
With red serge proud and hearts of steel,
They served with honor, their creed was real.
Yet now, they’re cast by ruling hand,
Dismissed by force, not citizen’s stand.
Fifty thousand voices raised in plea,
“Keep the Mounties, let them be!”
Petitions signed, elections fought,
Yet justice for the people sought.
Our voices drowned by power’s decree,
A travesty in democracy.
To those who swore to serve, not reign,
You’ve turned away, and left disdain.
To Surrey’s heroes, we raise this verse,
Your loss, our city’s bitter curse.
Though uniforms fade, your honor shines,
Forever etched in Surrey’s lines.
May history mark this somber day,
When voices of the many were swept away.
But gratitude for you will never part,
RCMP, you’re in Surrey’s heart.
We tried.
Ivan Michael Scott – Founder of KEEP THE RCMP IN SURREY Campaign
Peter Short – Director of KEEP THE RCMP IN SURREY Campaign
Item 2: The most inspiring video you will ever have seen, called: Only you can make the difference
I want to share with you a Youtube video by the late Professor Leonardo Buscaglia, author and speaker, which I first watched in 1992 and I realize now that it had a significant impact on me to achieve what I have achieved in life. He gives a message that everyone deserves to hear. He talks about the same things then that affect us today - nothing changes they say but it does seem that it has got a bit worse. Make up your own mind. The video is grainy and of poor quality compared to today's standards, but the message is still completely relevant. Please watch it for the complete 25 minutes - it will be worth it. Link as follows:
Today November 29, 2024 marks the beginning of a new era of policing in Surrey, as Surrey Police Service (SPS) officially becomes Surrey’s new police service. It’s an exciting time and a historic moment, both in policing and in the development of Surrey, as residents will have their own municipal police service for the first time since 1951.
Although SPS will become the police of jurisdiction on November 29th, the BC RCMP, as the provincial police service, will continue to operate in a temporary support role in Surrey until the transition is complete.
SPS is a progressive, community-based police service that is accountable to the community. As Surrey’s own local police service, we will focus on the public safety issues that are a priority for the citizens of Surrey and allocate resources to respond quickly to emerging trends. We are accountable to the citizens we serve through a civilian police board.
We are grateful to the RCMP for their long history of service to Surrey, and we are honoured to be assuming responsibility for policing in this great city.
Good morning South Surrey community and thank you all sooo much!!!
It was a gorgeous evening Wednesday night so I decided to drop the crab traps in my 16 ft aluminum boat with my son and on our way back I almost hit a bird which made me react by jack-knifing my boat at full speed which almost ejected us both but the boat filled up with water righted itself for 2-3 seconds and sank underneath us.
We were rescued by the coastguard after being in the water for roughly 50 minutes thank God for wearing life jackets and having my phone water proof and charged and accessible
Our body temperatures dropped to lower mid thirties but thank god not to 32 or below or we would’ve likely had some way more serious hypothermia symptoms which would have put a lot more stress on our organs (mainly the heart) and other.
I’m so thankful that my 12 year old son held it together so well!
Wednesday evening Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue received a call just before 6 pm, from the Joint Rescue Coordination Center for reports of a father and son whose vessel capsized and were in the water. Our crew, with support from 443 Maritime Helicopter Squadron and Coast Guard Hovercraft Siyay, brought the hypothermic pair onboard and transported them to awaiting emergency health services at Crescent Beach Marina. Thankfully, the father and son were wearing pfd's, and are doing much better today. Thank you to all first responders involved in successfully bringing this family home safely. @surreyfirefighters @bcrcmp @bc_ehs @coastguardcan @rcaf_arc @crescentbeachmarina
Surrey Clears Permit Backlog
The City has made tremendous strides in enhancing our development processes, achieving an 84% increase in building permits issued, which has allowed us to surpass our housing delivery target.
We have also just set a goal of further reducing application and permit timelines by 30%. We're committed to continuous improvement by implementing new tools and procedures to create a more efficient and accessible housing landscape.
Long before wither Surrey or White Rock council was aware that the Semiahmoo band had plans to build a biofuel plant on their land, a group of concerned citizens from the Summerfield area (near the truck crossing in South Surrey) kicked up the dust about the proposed installation.
Financing for the project came into question, and talks stalled.
The Semiahmoo Band has never declared have no further interest in building a biofuel plant.
November 27, 2024
Strange Sightings on the Semiahmoo Peninsula
There have been some strange colours clouds over the skies towards Crescent Beach the past couple of weeks. The photo above was submitted by ROXANNE CHARLES. It was taken from the Semiahmoo lands.
The picture below turned up anonymously this week.
...and it is not just looking west from White Rock. Below is a photo ROY KAISER took when he pointed his camera towards Langley.
the mystery is no longer a mystery. The pinkish hue to the sky was caused by perfect rainy cloudy weather conditions reflecting the lights of the giant greenhouses in delta and Langley.
Now you know.
Stranger
It is unusual to see one of the new TESLA trucks on the peninsula, it is even more unusual to see two at the same time in the same place.
We have items like sandwiches, coffee, soup & more available for free for customers who need them.
Simply visit us in-store to see a wall of receipts highlighting what products are pre-paid and select the item you wish to redeem. No questions asked. We all need a pick me up once in a while
If you’d like to pre-pay for an item you are welcome to visit us in store and we will add your receipt to the wall of available items.
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WARNING: This TNT contains pet medical information and procedures that some people may find disturbing.
To anyone in the Semi-Pen who has a dog for a pet, this TNT is required reading if you want to avoid illness with your best friend, their possible death from malpractice and huge unnecessary veterinarian bills. We have been living with a sick puppy for almost two months who almost died, was nearly put down three times, and who is still fighting for her life while we hope for a miraculous recovery. The worst part is that with proper diagnosis, treatment and care, none of this should have ever happened.
My wife Sheryl and I have two lovely little dogs named Julie and Bisley who are Pekingese- Pomeranian-Spaniel crosses that I like to call "designer mutts." Julie is the eldest of the two at 15 years old and Bisley is her 10 year old son who we could not part with because he is so damn cute. In all the years we have had them, the only vet bills were for Bisley getting fixed and for Julie having a tooth removed. We realize with advancing age that it was likely they would run into health issues and eventually die. What we did not expect was Julie getting sick and a parade of veterinarians providing such poor animal husbandry that it almost killed her from neglect.
Damn he's smooth. Smooth as whiskey & bourbon mixed together
Michael Buble is behind Fraser and Thompson Whiskey.
A blend of 92% Canadian whisky and 8% Kentucky bourbon, Fraser and Thompson Whiskey offers delicate aromas with hints of fig, blood orange and vanilla. The palate is smooth and creamy with rich, complex flavours of caramel, sweet vanilla, light oak and a hint of spice. It finishes subtle and warm.
Joke Of The Day
Jennifer and the Fortune teller.
During a recent outing, Jennifer snuck off to visit a fortune teller of some local repute. In a dark and hazy room, peering into a crystal ball, the mystic delivered the grave news. "There's no easy way to say this, so I'll just be blunt: Prepare yourself to be a widow. Your husband will die a violent and horrible death this year."
Visibly shaken, Jennifer stared at the woman's lined face, then at the single flickering candle, then down at her hands. She took a few deep breaths to compose herself. She simply had to know. She met the fortune teller's gaze, steadied her voice, and asked her question.
Father Christmas will be set up on his sleigh in the pole barn Saturday from 4-7pm for Victorian Christmas Evening. Visit the decorated farmhouse, take in some live music and make your own lantern. A free, local Christmas event with a dash of magic.
