r/MapleRidge

Anyone else have Telus internet that has been out for the last couple days?

Hey everyone,

I manage a commercial property in Maple Ridge and recently started noticing cockroach activity in the kitchen and staff areas. It’s not completely out of control yet, but I want to deal with it before it becomes a much bigger issue for tenants and staff.

I’ve looked into a few commercial pest control companies online, but honestly most of the reviews seem mixed and it’s hard to know which companies actually do a thorough inspection versus just quick treatments.

Has anyone here worked with a reliable pest control company in Maple Ridge for commercial spaces like offices, warehouses, restaurants, retail stores, or strata buildings? I’m mainly looking for someone who can properly inspect the building, identify entry points, and recommend long-term prevention instead of temporary fixes.

Also, for those who’ve already dealt with commercial pest issues, what should I specifically ask during the inspection? Should I focus more on exclusion work, sanitation recommendations, recurring maintenance plans, or let the technician guide everything?

Would really appreciate any recommendations or firsthand experiences.

I am looking to do an interior and exterior detailing for my car and would love some suggestions about services that are available in Maple Ridge. Appreciate your recommendations in advance.

Hi neighbours! Does anyone have a recommendation for a reasonably priced pest control company? We have a very small nest with (I believe) a single bald faced hornet in it (and probably larva!!) and I am being quoted $150-$200 which seems a bit steep.

Hello 👋
I am a registered and experienced care aid and am playing w the idea of working private hours, is there any interest in the area to hire someone to help out w a family member/loved one or even ones self?

Services would include companionship, adl support, mobility/transfers, light house work/meal prep. Med reminders, wellness checks, respite for families, and so much more!

I’ve worked plenty in memory care and understand complex behaviour due to dementia, and feel w the right services in place, life can be lived at a better standard of quality, regardless the ailment.

Would you take my card? Would this be something that would interest you or someone you know?
Genuinely interested in the feedback, thanks in advance!!

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223rd crash just a few minutes ago. Anyone know anything? The buildings are blocking us from seeing.

Not sure if this belongs on this sub, but I wanted to get r/MapleRidge ‘s take on what just happened to me, since I live here and never experienced this!

I’m searching for a job for the first time since 2019, and thru Indeed I find a sales job in downtown Vancouver. I know the commute would suck, but the job pays really well and there’s no reason for me to believe I couldn’t thrive in the role.

For the past few days I’m texting with the company’s HR and we land on having a 15 minute phone interview earlier today. We have a decent chat for like 2 minutes, and they ask whereabouts in the lower mainland I live. I tell them Maple Ridge, and that I understand it’s not a close commute, but i’m extremely punctual and don’t mind a long drive for the right job.

The conversation/vibe completely dies - the hiring manager (who is on speaker with the HR lady), tells me that they have staff from Surrey who complain about the commute. They tell me my commute will be 2+ hours to and from, how I would need to leave home at 6AM daily just for a chance to arrive on time, and immediately give me the “thanks for your time & good luck”.

Am I crazy for applying to a job in Vancouver? Have any of you had a call like that where you’re insta-rejected just because of the distance? I feel like i’m not being unreasonable for applying to a job downtown, and shouldn’t be rejected just for that reason.

EDIT: I've seen people in the comments rightfully question the validity of the job. From what I gathered from google reviews, BBB and some light research pre-interview, they seem fully legit and offer real services. Not some pyramid scheme scam "job", which I see a lot of on Indeed. I'm being really vague just because I would hate to out them as a bad business, even though my personal experience sucked.

Just got my tax statement and it's $300 more than last year. How the heck are we supposed to continue living in this city, when there has been a $1100 increase in 3 years! Also with such high taxes we still have no garbage collection.

I have childhood trauma and severe anxiety around dental work. I had a dentist I loved and trusted, I saw him for 22 years and now he’s gone. This is the first time I’ve had to find a new one (I was 14 when I started seeing the really good one). I’m super scared…all my childhood fears have bubbled right up, I have PTSD & anxiety in general, MAJOR trust issues…I keep looking at websites and seeing dentists that have been working for less than 10 years and that freaks me out…I want someone with some solid experience under their belt before I let them near my teeth…I need someone who can handle the anxiety, I do require sedation, I wish I could go to a pediatric dental office because I legit needed to be treated like I’m 5…my previous dentist did that for me… 😆 Please tell me where I can go where it won’t be traumatic or disappointing or a waste of time…I don’t want to go through transferring my files over and explaining myself just to end up with an A-hole that I never want to see again. HELP 🫠

How frequent is the train along the bypass and how loud is it for the apartment buildings along it? Do they just run through or stop for a while and go again, how about the horns?

Can you hear bird cannons from any of the fruit farms across/along the river? I lived near one for a few years, the noise can travel up to 4kms so it's quite a large area.

Edit: thanks everyone, awesome replies

Full-Time Dental Receptionist / Treatment Coordinator

Coast Dental Centre – Maple Ridge, BC

Coast Dental Centre is seeking a professional and experienced Dental Receptionist / Treatment Coordinator to join our well-established dental practice located in busy downtown Maple Ridge.

Serving the community for over 35 years, our modern office provides comprehensive dental services including general dentistry, IV sedation, dental implants, periodontal and bone graft surgeries, Invisalign, and cosmetic dentistry. We are fully equipped with advanced technology including CBCT, CEREC, and iTero scanner.

Position Details:
• Full-time permanent position
• One evening shift per week
• Alternating 1–2 Saturdays per month

Compensation & Benefits:
• Paid vacation
• Dental benefits
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Qualifications:
• Minimum 1 year of dental administration experience
• Dental Receptionist Certificate or Diploma required
• Exceptional communication and customer service skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Professional and team-oriented demeanor

We are looking for a motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering an outstanding patient experience.

Please send your resume to: info@coastdentalcentre.ca

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Dental care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

what’s the best and cheapest way to get to comox from ridge? ferry or airplane?

I was wondering if there are any groups dedicated to making friends/getting out with cameras? I’m a photography hobbyist that is very into learning as much as I can and I would love to connect with like minded people for things like photo walks/meetups to just talk photography. If there are any groups that do this sort of things please let me know! I am 29, male, and love taking pictures of my dog and landscapes, or really whatever catches my eye.

Thanks

Hello! I am from Ontario so over there it’s quite normal to head to the reserve gas stations and get cheaper cigs (i just use them for weed)

Trying to quit but lord have mercy.. maybe next month. Anyone selling cheap packs of shitty cigs or know any spots that do?

If you smoke weed I can throw in some as well as I don’t like the one I got from the dispo ;(

TIA from a fellow stoner with a bad tobacco bong habit

About to move to your lovely city. Cant wait, What are the best bars in Mapleridge? I know theres not alot. But would love to hear from the locals.

Also ....How hard is it to go vancouver to Maple ridge on public transport?