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Brian Fraser, the pastor at Brentwood Presbyterian Church, has created a blog to foster dialogue with his congregation as well as attract potential new members. MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER

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Fraser says at a conference of Presbyterian ministers he recently attended in Toronto, many of his colleagues were intrigued by his blog; they’d never considered such an approach. “Most clergy don’t have the time to pay attention to (the Internet),” says Fraser. Though Cho has maintained a Twitter account for Five Stones for a few years, it’s only when she started engaging others in Twitter conversations rather than just using it as a noticeboard that she started to see its potential as a tool to reach out. “When we started to listen and converse, people really started to notice,” says Cho. “I can actually make friends, facilitate meetings, make face-to-face connections.”

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t’s easy to miss Five Stones Church on New Westminster’s Columbia Street. It’s no wider than its door that opens onto the sidewalk. So the church is using its website and plugging into social media like Twitter and Facebook to create a digital front door as wide as the world. Building a strong online presence may seem second nature in the business community these days, but churches in New West and Burnaby have been slow to embrace the Internet. While many have websites, most are just digital pamphlets, says Brian Fraser, the pastor at Brentwood Presbyterian Church, who recently transformed his church’s website into a blog on which he posts passages MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER from his weekly sermons as well as Keziah Cho is the creative director of the Five Stones church in New Westminster. She’s A SHARED VILLAGE responsible for the church’s online identity, which pastor Rich Kao says is not its front door. other random thoughts and insights. Pastor Kao says his church’s But with many congregations active voice in social media plays Which may be why Keziah Cho struggling for members, churches can “We need to be able to listen to them well to New Westminster’s sense of was enlisted as the church’s creative ill afford to ignore the reach of the and be relevant.” community, “we’re all part of the director. Internet and social media, says Rich ‘COMMUNITY’ IS CHANGING same village.” It’s her job to craft Five Stones’ Kao, the pastor at Five Stones. “Social In urban congregations where And while it’s dif¿cult for him to virtual door through its website and media is very much at the forefront of members lead busy, hectic lives, gauge how many of the church’s new social media. our minds.” that relevance is often happening members were drawn due to its online “We wanted to create online, says Brentwood’s Fraser. “The activities, “I fully expect six months or an online identity that is de¿ nition of community is changing.” a year from now we’ll start to see the a creative reimagining of Rich Kao, Five Stones Church Having a vibrant online presence full effect of our engagement of the what the church can look Quote without quote marks The old way was allows members of the congregation public through social media.” like,” says Cho. “We people would visit the church, meet the pasto feel connected to their community Even at Brentwood Presbyterian, need to be fresh.” tor, maybe attend a sermon to get a feel for even when they can’t attend weekly Fraser says his own modest online Aside from the usual it. Now the website is our Àrst impression and efforts have attracted a handful of new biographical information services regularly. we have to create it with a look and feel that is reÁective of our ministry while also adding Even though his blog is only a members to join the 25 or 30 people about the church and value to the community. couple of months old, Fraser says who attend weekly services. its principals, beliefs he’s already noticed a small circle of “The web is now often the ¿rst and facilities, Five Stones also posts commenters adding their thoughts point of contact between a church and sermons in written and podcast form ‘WE NEED TO LISTEN’ to his posts, fostering dialogue and new members,” says Fraser. that can be downloaded into iTunes After residing in temporary digs debate. “The old way was people would for easy listening over portable digital at Douglas College since 2005, Five “The essence of the church is to visit the church, meet the pastor, players. There’s a blog to which pastor Stones moved into its Columbia Street Kao and select members contribute, create space for conversation,” says maybe attend a sermon to get a feel home in August 2010, restoring and Fraser. for it,” says Kao. as well as Flickr photo galleries of refurbishing a warren of of¿ces and “More and more of that “Now the website is our ¿rst church activities. rooms to their historic splendour of conversation is taking place in impression and we have to create it And increasingly, Cho is reaching exposed brick walls and wooden cyberspace and we have to be aware with a look and feel that is reÀective out through Facebook and Twitter. beams. The urban chic environs could of that, we have to be able to plug into of our ministry while also adding It’s all about creating a sense of be as much a cauldron for creating that.” value to the community.” community. hip ad campaigns as theological But it can be time-consuming and • Five Stones: ¿vestoneschurch.org/ “As a church we are often talking discussions. labour-intensive. • Brentwood: brentwoodpc.ca/ to people on the margins,” says Cho.

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Man convicted of local murder A man has been convicted of ¿rst-degree murder in the death of Ping Li in a Burnaby apartment building in March 2009. The offender was 17 at the time of the killing, which prevents his name from being released. The murder reportedly took place in a highrise brothel for which Li worked as a prostitute. The brothel owner was also shot but survived. “IHIT continues to successfully

bring killers to justice for the horri¿c and senseless act of taking away a life,” said Sgt. Jennifer Pound of the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team. “Each investigator feels a personal need to see that these offenders are held responsible on behalf of the victim’s and their families and friends.” A sentencing date will be set on Feb. 28. wchow@burnabynewsleader.com

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expressing its support for a negotiated settlement. As for last week’s provincial budget, he said no increase in funding “really does equate to a loss rather than even standing pat” since school districts’ costs go up just with inÀation. The proposal that the province raise more than $700 million by selling off surplus properties should not affect Burnaby school district.

has generally been growing,” he said. “With Burnaby, when you look around there’s constantly Wanda Chow wchow@burnabynewsleader.com more building going on and more residential being put up.” Burnaby school board chair For instance, the former Marian Larry Hayes isn’t surprised that High in east Burnaby is expected the province plans to legislate an to be needed over the long term end to teachers’ job action. as an elementary school site. “I don’t think anybody is It is currently being leased to surprised that this is probably the independent Carver Christian something that was going to High School. happen and probably what Its Duthie-Union site, near the government wanted to Hastings Street and Duthie see, an answer like that.” Avenue, is currently home Larry Hayes, Burnaby School Board Hayes said, “I would to a daycare and district With Burnaby, when you look around hate to see this now be there’s constantly more building going on storage. And another large the basis of some really property, across from the old and more residential being put up. hard feelings from the New Haven site on Marine teachers and have it spill over into “As far as Burnaby’s Drive, is being used for adult and our schools,” adding he believes concerned, we really don’t have continuing education programs, teachers are professional enough surplus properties,” Hayes said. two daycares and storage. to not let it affect what happens in Any properties not currently Hayes added that some classrooms. being used as Burnaby school Burnaby school district properties In Burnaby at least, Hayes district facilities are being held were originally acquired by the believes teachers understand for future schools several years City of Burnaby, back when “there’s really not a lot we can do from now, when populations schools were run by city hall. as a school board in controlling in certain neighbourhoods are That could lead to some legal what the government does with expected to grow. arguments over who rightfully this situation.” “Districts have to be very, very owns the lands, if there was ever The Burnaby school board careful especially in areas like a move to sell any. twitter.com/@wandachow has been “loud and clear” in Burnaby where our population

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Mother Nature’s last laugh

LAST WEEK:

It may not be nice to fool Mother Nature, but it seems Mother Nature has no problem fooling with us. After another rather uneventful, mundane winter without much in the way of snow, or other meteorological catastrophes to make us cower in our condos and leave TV weather presenters breathless, signs of spring have been slowly emerging. A few crocuses here, some budding blossoms there, the odd robin hopping on the greening grass listening for worms. And while we’ve yet to enjoy an abundance of afternoons with warm sunshine that bring out short sleeves and smiles all around, as the calendar Àips to March, we’re hopeful that we’ll soon be able to put out the patio furniture and clean the grime off the barbeque. So what’s with the snow Àurries and frosty temperatures of recent forecasts? We may be ready for spring, but Mother Nature has other ideas. In fact, that old weather sage The Farmer’s Almanac warned us this would happen. It’s predicting a March that will be a degree colder than average with the “S” word in its forecast through the month’s ¿rst week. We’ll ¿nally get the other “S” word - sunny - later in the month. Not that experiencing winter when we should be enjoying the ¿rst glow of spring is that unusual in these parts. On April 19, 2008, 2.5 cm of snow fell at Vancouver International Airport, the latest ever on record. But we got off lightly compared to Nanaimo, which was buried by 24 cm of the white stuff. So as we continue to pull on our winter coats, Àeecy gloves and warm hats, we must warm to the idea that there’s not much we can do but grin and bear it. The ¿rst of¿cial day of spring is less than three weeks away. In the meantime, Mother Nature always gets the last laugh.

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Taxing times for B.C. government VICTORIA – Before this week’s budget debate is drowned out by the shouting over the teachers’ dispute, here’s a look at the main points and the arguments unfolding around them. The setting for Finance Minister Kevin Falcon’s ¿rst budget is what he dreaded when Premier Christy Clark handed him the job. Recovery is painfully slow, with mining and petroleum growing and forest products struggling to hold and build on gains made in Asia. This and the $3 billion dismantling of the harmonized sales tax moved Falcon to limit overall spending growth to an average of two per cent for the next three years. That means little or no increase to all areas except health care, education and social assistance. Despite holding the line on public service pay and not replacing 2,000 positions over the next three years, Clark and Falcon had to postpone the elimination of the 2.5-per-cent small business income tax to get to a balanced budget by 2013. And Falcon has again dangled the prospect of

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raising general corporate income tax from 10 to 11 per cent, but not until 2014. Business experts applauded the hard line on spending, noting the contrast with Alberta’s big spending and Ontario’s big spending hangover. NDP ¿nance critic Bruce Ralston says Falcon’s two-per-cent spending target is “unrealistic,” and the whole program is motivated mostly by two by-elections this year and a general election next year. He said the proposal to raise general business taxes is a repeat of his effort to save the HST, and it won’t happen if the B.C. Liberals win in 2013. B.C. Conservative leader John Cummins made the bizarre claim that it’s an NDP-style “tax and spend” budget, and inaccurately

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accused Falcon of raising taxes on small business. He also joined the NDP chorus of outrage over ICBC, BC Hydro and medical premium increases. Some other hot topics in the budget: • Selling assets. The big one here is B.C.’s liquor wholesaling monopoly, run out of warehouses in Kamloops and Vancouver. Falcon insists the private sector does this kind of work more ef¿ciently, and union contracts will be protected in a bidding process. The NDP argues that selling off a monopoly puts this government cash cow at risk, and points to private retail stores with higher prices and lower wages. The proposed sale of 100 surplus Crown properties has raised cries of “selling the silverware to buy groceries.” But land sales are nothing new for governments, and Falcon prefers that to raising taxes. • Carbon tax. The last scheduled increase goes ahead in July, adding another penny on a litre of gasoline, followed by a freeze and review of the whole climate program. Ralston says the climate

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Re: Where does thrift store cash Councillor should inquire had more provincial ambulance go? (NewsLeader, Feb. 22) why there is one station on the paramedics, especially better As executive director at Big Burnaby border and nothing coverage in Burnaby and Surrey Brothers of Greater Vancouver, until New Westminister. Maybe this wouldn’t be a problem. The I must respond to recently force BCAS’s hand and have a ¿re chiefs should be supporting published comments that “little station on each end with another the paramedics in getting more money ends up in the hand of one central. Crazy but would ambulances and more stations non-pro¿ts” from the collection minimize these issues and I for better coverage. Instead they of clothing which is sold in Value wouldn’t have to do constant promote themselves, a service Village stores. standbys at G&B every block. that over the last 100 or so years This could not be further from The ¿re department is one level has both massively expanded and the truth. below paramedics? Hmm... at the same time done a great job In fact, funding generated from wonder how ALS/ITT/CCT feel of almost putting themselves out clothing donation contributes about this statement. And as Basic of business (¿re codes, sprinklers, over 50 per cent of our annual Life Support certi¿cation, sorry, ¿re safety). Adam Fershau program costs at Big Brothers. I’m 1,500 hours+ of training as Without this revenue stream, we apposed to 36 hours EMR. Randy Reinholdt Perhaps it has been forgotten would not be able to maintain that years ago Burnaby council our programs for at-risk children Sounds like the province and refused to allow another throughout the Lower Mainland. the municipalities should put ambulance station in Burnaby. We do not operate our own Rick Young more money into the service that thrift stores because it would not actually treats and transports be as economical as our very Bottom line we need more patients to the hospital and less fair arrangement with Value ambulance stations in all of the money into the ¿re departments. Village. We do not have the retail regions with the highly trained That same ¿re truck responded expertise to operate stores and, paramedics on board. to both calls because they had in our view, it is preferable for Leslie Berekoff-Duke nothing else to do. They were our staff to focus on what they —online comments available quicker because they do best which is to help children. Burnabynewsleader.com were waiting at their hall. If we The comment that they are “not really supporting charity” and that “truckers [are] getting rich driving around picking up stuff” is incorrect. Our paid drivers pick up the clothing donations and drop them off at Value Village with the proceeds helping Big Brothers to We gladly offer complimentary in-clinic consultation & advice. create matches, recruit volunteers and develop new programs. Clothing donation is quite literally our life line Cold-laser therapy is effective in pain care using photon to continue serving the energy to reduce inflammation and stimulate cellular repair; community. a way to avoid drugs and injections. Valerie Lambert The Bioflex cold-laser system is designed to speed up recovery executive director and reduce pain in conditions such as: tendonitis, ligament Big Brothers tear, spinal degeneration, arthritis, bone frature, etc. of Greater Vancouver

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At Burnaby event, Christy Clark defends ‘conservative’ budget, refuses to hike taxes to raise public sector wages Wanda Chow wchow@burnabynewsleader.com

Premier Christy Clark defended last week’s provincial budget to a sold-out crowd Thursday morning, with enough jabs to appear like an early election speech. “When my government has a choice between lowering taxes and increasing spending, we are going to lower taxes,” she said to applause from the Burnaby Board of Trade audience at the Delta Burnaby. “I will not raise taxes on families to fund pay hikes for public sector unions.” Clark highlighted tax breaks in the new budget, from a children’s ¿tness and tax credit of up to $500 per child annually, to complement a similar federal tax credit, to a seniors home renovation tax credit of up to $1,000 a year for work that will help seniors live independently longer. A new $10,000 temporary refundable income tax credit for ¿rst-time homebuyers purchasing newly built homes and allowing the HST rebate on new homes up to $850,000 will support residential home construction, one of the biggest economic drivers in B.C., she said. A decision to eliminate the provincial jet fuel tax for international Àights has also paid dividends, with Vancouver International Airport already

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Fiscal discipline is the main reason B.C. is being seen as a safe harbour in these difÀcult economic times, said Premier Christy Clark.

securing commitments for expansion from 22 airlines as a result. She noted that China Southern Airlines’ three Àights a week out of YVR contributes $3.5 million to the B.C. economy through up to 200 additional airport jobs and 31,000 additional visitors annually. “It’s that hard-earned reputation for ¿scal discipline that has allowed us to remain a safe harbour during times of ¿scal turmoil,” she said. “I will do everything in my power to keep this province a safe harbour.” Clark, who ultimately received a standing ovation from the business-friendly crowd, recalled the Occupy Vancouver movement and its call for greater support of the middle class. “You don’t do it by setting up a tent outside the art gallery,” she said. “You do it by enabling the private sector to create jobs ... And when you make sure people have jobs you don’t take away half their money through taxes.”

In a thinly veiled reference to the New Democrats, Clark said countries such as Greece and France are suffering economically today due to years of high spending, debt and taxes. “These are the same reckless and risky policies that British Columbia pursued in the 1990s,” she said. “We learned our lesson then, let’s make sure we don’t try and learn it again. We simply can’t afford it.” Born and raised in Burnaby, Clark made several references to her parents, a stay-at-home mom and a public-school teacher father. “I was raised by my mom and dad to believe that government is the expression of our collective will to look after one another ... Without a thriving private sector and the revenues generated from that, without jobs that allow people to put food on the table for their kids, we can’t look after each other and we won’t be able to afford the social programs that British Columbians and Canadians value so dearly.”

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Twinning of oil pipeline clears key hurdle Kinder Morgan to decide on project by end of March

Kinder Morgan’s project holds a major advantage over rival Enbridge, which has hit ¿erce opposition in northern B.C. to Jeff Nagel jnagel@blackpress.ca its bid to construct the Northern Gateway pipeline to carry 550,000 The pipeline that already carries barrels per day of oil sands crude crude oil from Alberta through the to Kitimat. A doubled Trans Lower Mainland to waiting oil Mountain pipeline would likely tankers off Burnaby is a step closer see many more oil tankers passing to doubling its capacity. through Burrard Inlet to carry oil to Kinder Morgan said the $3.8 destinations in Asia or the U.S. billion expansion of its Trans Up to 70 tankers a year (32 in Mountain pipeline – from a 2011) already load up there. capacity of 300,000 barrels per day Hobenshield said the project now to 600,000 – appears justi¿ed could include the addition of a after it got strong support from second berth at the Westridge shipping customers in a test of the terminal in Burnaby as well as market. additional petroleum product storage in Burnaby. Port Metro Vancouver has also Lexa Hobenshield, Kinder Morgan Canada weighed options to There are areas where it may be tight to Àt dredge the Second another pipe in the existing right-of-way. Narrows to allow tankers to pass through “What we heard back is very the inlet with heavier loads than encouraging,” spokesperson Lexa now allowed. Hobenshield said. But the project would still Initial project design and have to undergo two years of planning work is now being environmental assessments, socio¿nished and Kinder Morgan will economic studies and full public decide by the end of March whether and First Nations consultations, to seek approval to twin the line. Hobenshield said. Because the Trans Mountain After that – if Kinder Morgan route has an existing right-of-way, then formally submits the project

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– it would still require National Energy Board approval. For nearly two years, Hobenshield said the existing pipeline has been oversubscribed, leading to a system of rationing customer access. Although Kinder Morgan has an existing corridor, Hobenshield said a second pipeline may not be able to follow the exact same route

because of urban encroachment in parts of the Lower Mainland, including Surrey. “There are areas where it may be tight to ¿t another pipe in the existing right-of-way,” she said. She said it’s far too soon to say if that means the project could require Kinder Morgan to buy out homes or other properties in some areas. Besides carrying oil to tankers,

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the pipeline supplies Chevron’s re¿nery in Burnaby as well as others in Washington State via a branch that crosses the border at Sumas. Further upstream, Trans Mountain goes through Kamloops and up the Thompson River valley. The federal Conservative government wants a bigger outlet to the Paci¿c to increase exports of Alberta oil to Asia and reduce reliance on the U.S. market after the Obama administration blocked the speedy approval of TransCanada Corp.’s proposed Keystone XL pipeline to Texas. Environmental groups and some First Nations have already said they will oppose the Kinder Morgan twinning, saying increased oil exports through Port Metro Vancouver pose unacceptable risks. Oil has spilled from Kinder Morgan’s system in the past. More than 1,500 barrels spilled in Burnaby in 2007 after a construction crew ruptured the pipeline. And nearly 700 barrels spilled into a containment system Jan. 24 at the Sumas Terminal, prompting complaints from Abbotsford residents who said the fumes made them sick.

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isa Hutcheon was a dedicated volunteer dog walker at the SPCA. But there was so much more she wanted to do. Especially for the smaller animals who had found their way into cages at the shelter. So she started the Small Animal Rescue Society of BC, dedicated to fostering and Ànding new homes for rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, hedgehogs and other caged creatures that are often used as “starter pets” then quickly neglected when the novelty wears off. Sometimes they’re left in parks to fend for themselves with little chance for survival against predators or the elements. Many are dropped at shelters, which often don’t have the facilities or staff to give small caged animals the care and attention they need. Active now for eight years, Hutcheon and her crew of about 30 volunteers in communities

throughout Metro Vancouver take in referrals from shelters around the province. They care for them in foster homes or at their own dedicated shelter, then try to match them with new owners who are screened and checked for references. Hutcheon says a lack of education about smaller animals is the main reason they’re so busy. “People think it’s a kid’s pet, so it’s not much work,” says Hutcheon. “They have to do their research.” A rabbit can live as long as a dog or cat. It needs space to move and, as a pack animal, it likes to be involved in family activities. Hedgehogs are prickly, so may not be the most cuddly pet. And guinea pigs and gerbils are notoriously nocturnal. But one family’s burden can be another’s beloved companion, which is where her group comes in. F or more information about the Small Animal Rescue Association, go to http:// smallanimalrescue.org/

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CITYseen 1 Pro cyclist and Olympian Gina Grain, of Burnaby, with her mother, June Grain. June won silver medal at the 2010 BC Seniors Games.

2 Games committee members Warren McKay, Wayne Peppard, Eda Koot, Bruce Gidinski, George Kawaguchi, and (in front) Harriet Tuey

3 3 Also at the event were Burnaby-Edmonds MLA Raj Chouhan, Burnaby’s BC Senior Games president Darlene Gering, Burnaby-Deer Lake MLA Kathy Corrigan and her husband, Mayor Derek Corrigan.

BC Seniors Games countdown begins Burnaby’s hosts the BC Summer Games this summer, and last Wednesday at the Hilton Vancouver Metrotown the organizers hosted a countdown event to get the ball rolling, and to honour the many people who have already signed up to serve on the numerous committees that will help make the 25th anniversary event happen. The evening featured speeches, food and dance performances. But a highlight was Burnaby’s Gina Grain, a Canadian Olympian in track cycling talking about her career, but also the inspiration she got from her mother, who later in life took up walking— with a passion. “This lady, she became a

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RCM A l u m n i ’s Annual Scholarship Piano Recital: Four advanced pianists will perform Debussy, Beethoven among others. Reception to follow. When: Friday, March 9, 7:30 p.m. Where: Grace Lutheran Church, 7283 Nelson Ave.,Burnaby. Tickets: $10 adults, $7 students /seniors, at the door.

Va n c o u v e r M e t r o p o l i t a n Orchestra: The professional training orchestra returns with Maestro Ken Hsieh at the podium and featuring 18-year-old pianist Hannah Han, a former student of Edward J. Parker and Ian Parker, performing Schumann’s Piano Concerto in A minor, the only piano concerto Schumann completed. Also included in the program are works by Rossini, Dvorak, Beethoven and a new piece by composer in residence, Alain Mayrand. When: Sunday, March 11, 2 p.m. Where: Michael J. Fox Theatre, 7373 MacPherson Ave., Burnaby. Tickets: $25, at www.vmocanada.com, 604-8769397, tickets@vmocanada.com.

B u r n a by North Senior Secondary reunion: The 50-year reunion for the Class of 1962 is being planned for Sept. 22, 2012. Info: burnabynorth.grad@gmail. com.

Pancakes, Sausages & OJ Breakfast: Come and enjoy this breakfast put on by St. Barnabas Church. The event is by donation. When: Saturday, March 17, 8:30-11 a.m. Where: St. Barnabas Church, 1010 5th Ave., New Westminster. Paper Tole: Come out and learn the art of creating three dimensional pictures by cutting, shaping and gluing paper. The group welcomes new members. When: Mondays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: Confederation Seniors Centre, 4585 Albert St., Burnaby. Info: 604-297-4816. Renée Van Halm: CrossCutting/Inside Out: Burnaby Art Gallery presents the first survey of Renée Van Halm’s work. The exhibition explores the artist’s interest in the role architecture plays in shaping our physical and social interactions. When: runs to April 8, 12 p.m. Where: Burnaby Art Gallery, 6344 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby. Info: www. burnabyartgallery.ca

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A spreading outbreak of whooping cough has prompted Fraser Health to extend its vaccination campaign across the region. More than 150 people are believed to have contracted pertussis, a highly contagious bacterial infection that causes adults to cough for months but can be deadly to babies. Medical health of¿cer Dr. Elizabeth Brodkin said efforts to combat the illness had focused on Chilliwack and Hope – where the outbreak began – but said the vaccine is now being made available to doctors and pharmacists across the region. “More and more we are seeing cases

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Metro-wide road tolls under consideration Regional sales tax or carbon tax among short-term options for TransLink Jeff Nagel jnagel@blackpress.ca

Drivers who never cross a bridge would still have to pay tolls if a road pricing system now under consideration is adopted in Metro Vancouver to fund TransLink. The idea, emerging as the preferred longer-term solution to reform how the region pays for public transit and roads, does not simply mean slapping tolls on all existing bridges and tunnels. Instead, Mayors’ Council on Regional Transportation chair Richard Walton favours a coordinated and fair system of road use fees across the region using a large number of detection points where passing vehicles would be sensed by cameras or perhaps transponder chips built into licence plates. “Those might well be bridges and tunnels,” Walton said. “But that can also happen at points on the freeway between interchanges. It can happen at intersections.” Area mayors admit road pricing is too technically complex to implement quickly enough to help TransLink raise more money it needs by 2013. It’s also politically explosive and expected to require years of public consultation. So road pricing won’t be among new funding tools the mayors want the provincial government to enable through legislation this spring, although those options are also controversial. The ones rated most feasible include a new regional carbon tax applying only in Metro Vancouver or a car levy, which

TransLink has previously contemplated and could be either a Àat annual fee on each registered vehicle, or it could vary based on the vehicle’s emissions or the owner’s proximity to public transit. A regional sales tax with a suggested rate of 0.6 per cent or an employer payroll tax of $30 to $90 per employee each year are also possibilities. The mayors meet Transportation Minister Blair Lekstrom March 7 to consider at least 20 different options, set out in a con¿dential analysis of a Joint Technical Committee that consists of TransLink and ministry representatives. “We’re making sure we analyze as much as we can and as deep as we can so the mayors council has the broadest range of possible options in front of it,” said Langley City Mayor Peter Fassbender, vice-chair of the mayors council. Road pricing is particularly tricky because it would require the province to alter its tolling policy that bans tolls on existing infrastructure, and requires motorists have a reasonable free alternative when new or expanded facilities that are tolled. Premier Christy Clark said earlier this month her government has no plans to alter the provincial tolling policy. Fairness is a key consideration driving the look at road pricing. Surrey motorists are incensed that once tolls of at least $3 hit the new Port Mann Bridge in December their city will have no free route across the Fraser River except for the aging Pattullo Bridge, which is also to be rebuilt and tolled by 2018. Several mayors and some business leaders have suggested much lower tolls instead be applied at all crossings in the region, to ¿x the inequity of piecemeal

tolling and avoid inef¿cient traf¿c distortions from motorists detouring to avoid tolls. The technical committee’s report to the Mayors’ Council reportedly suggests a $1.60 toll at major bridges and tunnels could raise at least $100 million a year. But Walton said a bridges-only system of tolling would simply extend Surrey’s unfair treatment to other parts of the region, like the North Shore and especially Richmond, which is ringed by bridges and tunnels. Meanwhile, drivers who stay on the Burrard Peninsula or South of the Fraser could travel large distances without paying. Walton said a comprehensive road pricing system would be better because it could capture all lengthy trips – like ones from Port Coquitlam to UBC or Fort Langley to White Rock. The mayors and many transportation experts favour revenue sources like road pricing that are tied to transportation because they don’t just raise money but also shape residents’ behaviour – encouraging them to drive less, take transit more and live where they can take more trips by foot or bike. Moreover, road pricing could allow time-of-day tolling are possible that reduce congestion and make more ef¿cient use of roads by encouraging motorists to shift to off-peak hours. “You can structure distance pricing so that if you travel to work before 6:30 in the morning, it’s free,” Walton said. “Or if you’re travelling with three or more people it’s free. “You can make it possible so people can slightly shift their travel patterns and pay nothing. So it’s not just a matter of everybody paying a lot more.” He notes other variants of road pricing

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Inside Sales Specialist Black Press Digital has an outstanding opportunity for an Inside Sales Specialist to join their Digital Online Deals Team. This position involves sales interaction with markets across BC with focus on outbound sales calls and responsibility for identifying, qualifying and closing sales. You must be articulate and be able to cultivate relationships, while actively tracking, managing and converting leads into advertisers. Preference will be given to an individual with a successful track record in telephone sales, strong customer satisfaction results, and a desire to succeed. The successful applicant will be a driven, results focused individual with a strong “can do” attitude. For the successful candidate we will provide a very competitive pay plan including commissions and benefits package. Qualifications: · Previous telesales experience preferred, especially in advertising or online · Exposure to formal sales methodologies · Excellent verbal and written communication skills · Manage and maintain records of correspondence · Excellent organizational and time management skills · Excellent interpersonal and client interaction skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy · Must posses a calm/professional telephone presence · Ability to remain focused and flexible in a fast paced environment Black Press Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants are given equal consideration. We will only respond to those applicants who most closely match the job specifications. We thank you for your interest in our career opportunities. Please forward your resume by Mar. 8, 2012 to: pwogan@blackpress.ca Attn: Paul Wogan www.blackpress.ca

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Currently has day shifts available for a Licensed Practical Nurse in the North Shore / Seymour area. This position is to provide care to medically fragile young adults who require assistance with ADL’s. One young adult is trached and vented at night, and has a G-tube. If you are an experienced LPN, we would like to hear from you. We do offer client specific training, Trach / Vent courses and other ongoing training supports as required. Interested encouraged resume to:

individuals to fax

are their

604-739-7435 or email pedsvancouver@ bayshore.ca

MODEL/TALENT AGENCIES

MOVIE EXTRAS ! WWW.CASTINGROOM.COM Families, Kids, Tots & Teens!! Register Now Busy Film Season

All Ages, All Ethnicities

CALL 604-558-2278

TRADES, TECHNICAL

GAS MECHANIC for busy logging company in the Fraser Valley Area. Must have valid BC drivers licence and good work ethic. Ticketed mechanic’s are considered an asset.

Competitive Wages & Beneﬁts After 3 mos. Please fax 604-796-0318 or e-mail: mikayla.tamihilog@shaw.ca JPK CONTRACTORS requires rough carpenters/joiners as soon as possible. Responsibilities: framing walls, roof structures, windows, doors, assemble and join wood components, install floor beams, follow blueprints. Full-time, 24.50$/hour, Metro Vancouver jobsites. Ideal candidate with high school completion and at least four years experience as joiner/carpenter. Please contact us at jpkcontractorsca@gmail.com.

Required Immediately! Journeyman RV Technician for Kamloops largest RV Dealership. Jubilee RV Centre offers excellent wage compensation, medical & dental benefits, ongoing industry training and year round employment. Come join our team in sunny and warm Kamloops, where you will be appreciated, love our climate and enjoy all our outdoor activities! Please forward your resume to service@jubileerv.com Attention Steve Joyce - Service Manager

PERSONAL SERVICES 173E

HEALTH PRODUCTS

GET PAID TO LOSE WEIGHT. $5,000 For Your Success Story.Personal Image TV Show. Call to Qualify: 416-730-5684 ext 2243. Joanna@mertontv.ca. www.mertontv.ca. HERBAL MAGIC - With Herbal Magic lose up to 20 pounds in just 8 weeks and keep it off. Results Guaranteed! Start today call 1-800-854-5176.

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS Administrative Position Permanent part time position in pleasant working environment with full benefits. Hours 8-4, MonFri. Minimum of 3 years experience in data entry invoicing, pricing, invoice verification and customer service. Position requires attention to detail, accuracy and excellent telephone skills. Fluency in French would be an asset, but not required. Send resume to: Kief Music Ltd,

www.blackpress.ca

SALES

156

Bayshore Home Health

SALES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 236

13139 - 80 Ave. Surrey,V3W 3B1 info@kiefmusic.com or Fax (604) 590-6999. No phone calls please.

182

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Auto Financing FREE CASH BACK WITH $0 DOWN at Auto Credit Fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-7920599 www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309. Free Delivery. DROWNING IN DEBTS? Helping Canadians 25 years. Lower payments by 30%, or cut debts 70% thru Settlements. AVOID BANKRUPTCY! Free consultation. www.mydebtsolution.com or Toll Free 1 877-556-3500 If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

CLEANING SERVICES

LICENCED & INSURED Cleaning Service. Res./Comm. Wkly/Bi-Wkly Free Quotes. Call 604-363-2475.

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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

CONCRETE & PLACING

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660. WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED

ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in March, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-593-6095.

PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 32 Years Exp. Free Estimates.

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

LEGAL SERVICES 257

WEBCO LEDUC - division of Sun Media, requires Full-time Heatset/Coldset Journeyman Pressman. 15 unit Goss Community. Competitive rates and benefits. Email resume: et@webcoleduc.com.

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

CRIMINAL RECORD?

ERICA @ 604-777-2195

PERSONAL SERVICES

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WEBCO LEDUC - division of Sun Media, requires Full-time Heatset/Coldset 1st & 2nd Pressmen. 15 unit Goss Community. Competitive rates and benefits. Email resume: et@webcoleduc.com.

ASPHALT PAVING Personnel Required: Paving contractor in the beautiful BC Interior requires paving personnel for all aspects of Asphalt Laydown. Applicants should have minimum 1 years’ experience in Highway, Commercial and Residential Paving, although candidates with construction experience will be considered for training. Please forward resume to paverswanted@yahoo.ca.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

DRYWALL

ARCO DRYWALL Ltd. Board, Tape Texture, Frame. New & Reno’s. 20 yrs exp, free est Mike 604-825-1500

260

ELECTRICAL

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE

203

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

Rick’s Bobcat Service. Leveling, Back filling, Trucking reas. rates.778-355-2978, 604-290-2978

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS ACCOUNTING BOOKKEEPING SERVICES 30 years experience, Business, Non-profit Organizations, Housing & Personal taxes, payroll. Gilles 604-789-7327, 604-946-0192 www.scorpio-consulting.com

GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

High Caliber Construction Repair, Replace, Remodel...

CUSTOM HOMES

236

CLEANING SERVICES

DETAILED EUROPEAN CLEANING.

Efficient, Reliable, Friendly, Bonded Excellent References with 18 yrs of experience. Call Ivet: 778-235-4070

• Basement, Kitchen & Bath Remodels • Room Additions • Drywall • Paint • Texture • Finishing • Floors & More Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771

Making Your Renovation Dreams Come True... Kitchens - Bathrooms New Additions - Flooring Painting - Decks Windows / Doors Stonework - Siding & More Free Estimates * BBB * WCB * Insured

www.caliberwest contracting.com 604.764.9594

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

338

PLUMBING

PETS 477

PETS

BENGAL CAT beautiful 3.5 y/o M, neutered, fully vaccinated, indoor, very friendly, must find good home no cats no kids $250 604-820-1603 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

.Enterprise Plumbing, Heaitng, Gasfitting

341

PRESSURE WASHING Andy’s Pressure Washing & Driveway Sealing (778)868-3374

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

548

MATTRESSES staring at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

560

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

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 1866-981-5991

PITBULLS ~ PUREBRED. Ready for sale. $500. Vet ✔, 6 weeks old. Call 604-217-2983

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE AUCTIONS

On Site Truck Equipment & Tool Auction rd

Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222 INTERIORS: Baths (renos/ repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, flooring, tiling, plumbing, painting, miscellaneous, etc. VERSTILE! EXPERIENCED IN OVER 30 LINES OF WORK! * Quality work * Prompt Service * Fair prices For positive results Call Robert SERVICE CALLS WELCOME

356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

RECYCLE-IT!

JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly • Estate Services • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses & More!

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

604.587.5865

www.recycleitcanada.ca

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MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555. ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

bradsjunkremoval.com

Haul Anything... But Dead Bodies!! 604.

220.JUNK(5865)

Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988

AFFORDABLE MOVING Local & Long Distance

$45/Hr

372

SUNDECKS

From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free 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 A-TECH Services 604-230-3539

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

374

TREE SERVICES

Running this ad for 8yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com

A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv. Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping. Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports

Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $

Viewing Dates: March 2nd 1:00p.m.-6:00p.m. March 3rd 9:00a.m. - 12:00p.m. Address: 14730 66th Ave. Surrey, BC (AROUND BACK)

STEEL OF A DEAL - BUILDING SALE! 20X24 $4798. 25X30 $5998. 30X42 $8458. 32X58 $12,960. 40X60 $15,915. 47X80 $20,645. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

PEARL DRUM SET, $1000, receipts for $1000 in upgrades, located in Hope. Call 1 (604)869-7329

APARTMENT/CONDO BURNABY & COQUITLAM

Spacious 2 & 3 Bdrm T/hses 2 Bdrm Apartments

626

HOUSES FOR SALE

RENTALS 757

Subsidies available based on gross houseold income. ✮

2 Bedroom Apartment between $22,800 & $31,800

✮

2 Bedroom Townhouse between $30,000 & $37,200

✮

3 Bedroom Townhouse between $34,800 & $43,200

WANTED TO RENT

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

Metro Vancouver Housing Co-operation. BURNABY

Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

MAPLE PLACE TOWERS 1 Bdrm Apts starting at $950 2 Bdrm Apts starting at $1200 Heat and hot water included. Dishwasher, fridge, stove, balcony, shared laundry. Avail Immed. Close to amen, schools and mall.

Call 604-421-1235 www.aptrentals.net BURNABY

Villa Del Mar Move-In Incentive. Bright, large newly reno’d 1 and 2 bedroom suites for rent. Heat & h/w incl’d. New hardwood floors, huge balcony. Only 2 min walk to Metrotown Mall. Please call 604-336-4638 to view. Move in TODAY!

Walker Manor 1/2 mo. Rent FREE! Bright, large 1 bedroom for rent in a newly reno’d building. Large balcony, freshly painted with hardwood floors. 2 Min walk to Highgate Mall & all major transit.

Please call 778-994-2334 COQUITLAM, low rise concrete bldg, 2nd flr, 2 bdrm, 2 baths, undg sec. prk, gas F/P, balcony, $1150. Avail. immed. Call (778) 889-3731. NEW WESTMINSTER

DORIC MANOR 236 - 8th St. Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm suites for rent. Includes heat / hot water and cable. Close to Massey Theatre, Douglas College, Royal City Mall.

DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

1-800-910-6402

www.PreApproval.cc

818

CARS - DOMESTIC

1987 CHEVROLET Celebrity Clean, 166,600 kms, $800. obo Call 604-619-8596 NEED A VEHICLE? EASY FINANCE!! Low Payments! $99 Delivers 24 Hour Approval. We Deliver! 3,000 Vehicles to choose. Call Now! Marty 1-888-414-8042. Big Discounts! www.eagleridgegmc.com.

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 2004 MERCEDES C230 SEDAN show room condition, sporty, slick & great for the summer, auto, sunroof, only 47k, blk. leather, local.This can be yours for $11,930/ 604-328-1883 2011 HONDA CRV 4 wd, Auto, silver. Loaded. Local car. $22,500: 9000kms. (778) 895-7570 2011 NISSAN VERSA - 5 dr hatchback, auto, 20K. Loaded. Asking $9800/obo. 778-895-7570

830

MOTORCYCLES

2005 POLARIS Sportsman ATV, 700 twin, EFI, mossy oak camel, warn winch, front & rear bumpers, Easy-Off windshield, exc. cond. 1538km. $5500 firm. Chilliwack 1 (604)799-8533 2008 HONDA 150 CRF Dirt Bike Less than 20 hours operating time. LIKE NEW. No scratches. $2000. Call 604-845-1895.

838

RECREATIONAL/SALE

Phone: 604-522-9153

NEW WESTMINSTER

Large newly renovated 1 & 2 bdrm apts available in well-kept concrete building. New floors and appl’s. Freshly painted. Patio and large storage room inste. 3 laundries in bldg. Rent incl’s heat & hot water. Sauna & jacuzzi. 5 min. walk to skytrain, Douglas College & New West Quay. Close to all amenities. Please call 604-834-1756 www.aptrentals.net WALL CENTRE - 1 bdrm. + den + solarium - furn. - incl. heat, light, cable, net - Suits mature N/S individual. $1700 mo. (604)943-2440

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES The OLDER. The DIRTIER. The BETTER. Flexible Terms. Quick Closing. Call us First! 778.707.9647

I Buy or Lease Your Home Within 48 Hours Call Pam (604) 358-1112

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CHECK CLASSIFIEDS

bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

736

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

COQUITLAM: Oxford Hts. Quiet St. 2 bdrm grnd lvl ste. $850/incl utils. March 15. N/P, N/S. 604-722-3346

700

751

RENT TO OWN

PORT Coquitlam. SxS upper 3 bd, 2 bth, appl, s/deck, view, nr amens, recent renos. $1150. 604-941-4166

RENT TO OWN

706

SUITES, LOWER

RENTALS

If you have a small down payment, we have a nice home for you! Less than perfect credit OK. Call (604) 227-9223

APARTMENT/CONDO

COQUITLAM: 2 bdrm 2 bthrm- 996 sf. Cls to shopping, Douglas College & amen. March 1. N/s, N/p. $1350/mo. Call 604-941-3259

2006 NEPTUNE 36PDD

Camera rear vision, dual pane windows, elec. Awning, A/C, 2000 watt inverter, $5000 in savings! $94,483 (Stk.31063A) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

2009 Montana 3400RL

HOMES FOR RENT

750

www.dannyevans.ca

1997 20 ft. Slumber Queen Class C Motorhome. Chev chassis, fully equipt. Many Extras. $15000. Call 604-796-0230

PITT MEADOWS. 2 & 3 bdrm. in family complex. Close to bus, schools & shopping. Ref’s req’d. Small pets okay, $1030/$1134/mo. Avail. immed. 604-465-1938.

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

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

For further info call 604-451-6075 to view

Move-Allowance

627

845

If your income is lower than these ranges call BC Housing 604-433-2218

BURNABY

(Subject to additions & deletions. Terms: VISA, M/C, AMEX, CASH 15% buyers premium)

TRANSPORTATION

1 bdr apt with balcony in well managed building. For April 1. Resp. lady with exc. refs.(778)397-1169

With accessible amenities, in safe family oriented communities of Coquitlam, North Burnaby. Pet friendly.

6630 Telford Ave.

REAL ESTATE

SO MUCH MUCH too mention!!!

604-294-2331

706

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

PARTIAL LIST ONLY Auction Details: As NEW Mac Tool Macsimizer Tool Series Chest (25k AS NEW) HUGE Snap-On Tools Tool Chest, John DEERE Skid Steer bobcat #317, Natural Gas Gensets, 3 large semi truck engines, Pipe Bender w/shoes 1.5”-2.5” , Honda Diesel Genset EX13D, Heavy Duty Truck Parts, 2 4500 w diesel gensets, 6 as new tool boxes full of tools, Gasket and Hollow Punch, Flaring Tools, Oil Filter Wrench Sets, Torpedo Heaters, Workshop Presses, Miller Welder, Ingersoll Rand Impact Guns, 2004 F-350 Crew Cab, rebuilt engine, with new chip, Hyster 50 Forklift, Hyster 2500, 4000 Clark Electric forklift, Toyota 2500lb Electric, Mac Tool Air Conditioner recharging unit, Landa 3500 psi pressure washer, pallet jacks, HYSTER 3000 Forklift, Pipe bender w/shoes 1.5?-2.5?, As New 2 5hp 3ph full size compressors, 3 large air dryers- 1 gates pc707 hose machine with dies 1ph - 2 , 1=2 miller 300 acdc 1ph wire feed machine with gantry feeder. - 1 miller 625 plasma assorted jacks - grinders floor jacks, hero airless paint sprayers with new lines and guns.- Snap on Mac torque wrenchs. - 1 10hp honda pressure washer. - asst Snap-On Mac wrenches sets. - 1 blue star miller 13 hp mobile welder. - 1 ph 100 amp high frequency welder. 1- professional grade pipe. - misc torches - safety equipment.). 1 peca 9 camera surveillance system with cameras. - 2 h beam trolleys. - misc parts bins. - various hand port-apowers, jack stands, jacks ETC.

www.directliquidation.ca

RENTALS

MISC. FOR SALE

SAWMILLS from only $3997 - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT.

Date: March 3 , 2012 Time: 12:00 Noon Auction

If I can’t do it It can’t be done

FURNITURE

GOLDEN Retriever puppies, born Jan. 7th, family raised, very well socialized, 1st shots & deworming included. Mission 604-820-4827.

509

HOME REPAIRS

BUILDING SUPPLIES

Chihuahua pups, tiny, 2 males, 1 long & 1 short, vet check, deworm, 1st shots, $650. (604)799-1919

TIBETAN MASTIFF puppies. P.B. 8 wks old. Ready to go. Good health. 604-302-5914 or 604-440-3650

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STEEL BUILDINGS FOR ALL USES! Spring Deals! Make an offer on selloff models at factory and save thousands NOW! Call for FREE Brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.

Queen Pillow Top Mattress & Box • 720 Coil 2.5’’ Pillowtop • Brand New • 10 yr. warranty • Your Price $490 604.807.5864 The Mattress Guy

PRESA CANARIO P/B UKC, black, ready. $700. Both parents approx. 120 to 150 lbs. Call 778-552-1525.

Rooﬁng Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

752

SUITES, UPPER

Microwave, washer/dryer combo, 3 burner stove, 2 recliners, and free standing dinette. $54,983 (Stk.32434) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

TOWNHOUSES

COQUITLAM 2 bdrm T/H, 1.5 baths garage, lots of storage, patio, priv setting, walk to ament. Sm pet ok. 1yr lease. $1450/mo. 604-459-8913 PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1030/mo - $1134/mo. Shares req’d. Close to WCE, schools & shopping. No subsidy available. 19225 119th Ave. For more info & to book an appt. call 604-465-1938

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

2006 YAMAHA APEX 1000, 4stroke, MLX Mtn. 163” x 2¼” track, reverse, comes with service manual. 1024 mi. Cheapest Apex/4stroke in Canada! $5900 firm. Chilliwack (604)799-8533

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $7700 firm. Call 604-538-4883

In the Matter of the Warehouse Lien Act TAKE NOTE: Mohinder Grewal or to whom it May Concern: 1979 Z28 Chev Camero, white 2 door, VIN # 1Q87L9L590562 Abandoned vehicle on my property, 7245 - 16th Ave, Burnaby, BC, V3N 1N6. on Sept. 21, 2010 Vehicle will be sold on or shortly after March 19, 2012 for the sum of $150 for storage and costs.

Warehouseman’s Lien Act By virtue of the Warehouseman’s Lien Act and on behalf of Shelter Island Marina Inc., Consolidated Civil Enforcement BC Inc., will dispose of goods, namely: One (1) 40 Foot Power Boat, K# 13K64165, debtor “Angela Barton” to recover $3,240.14 plus accruing storage and any / all other expenses related. These units will be made available for sale after March 13, 2012. Unit is currently being stored @ Shelter Island Marina, Richmond, BC. To view call Nathan at 604-434-2448

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103 - 610 6th Street Beside COBS Bread 604.520.9923

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A ROOM IN THE CITY: PHOTOGRAPHS BY GABOR GASZTONYI

CITYPAGE

Tuesday, March 6 at 7:00 pm at the New Westminster Public Library New Westminster photographer Gabor Gasztonyi will present and discuss the book of photographs, A Room in the City, containing ﬁve years’ worth of his personal photographs of residents of several hotels in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. As space is limited, pre-register in the library or call 604-527-4667. A selection of his photographs will be on display in the Reference Department from March 1 to 31, 2012.

FRASER CEMETERY SPRING CLEANING Please be advised that beginning March 19, 2012, the staﬀ at the Fraser Cemetery will begin removing items placed near grave markers in preparation for this season’s grounds maintenance. Items such as boxes, shells, toys, tripods, trees, shrubs and plants are not permitted as per the Cemetery Bylaw 7068, 2006, and will be removed. Please call the Fraser Cemetery if you have any questions at 604-522-1323.

GRADE 6 STAY ACTIVE PASS Students of Grade 6 age have now all been issued their application forms for the new Grade 6 Stay Active Pass. Forms were distributed through all local schools in early January. All Grade 6 students are eligible to apply for a Stay Active card that will give them 10 FREE admissions to any drop-in recreation program oﬀered by the Parks, Culture, and Recreation Department. IMPORTANT DATE: Students have until Friday, March 16th to apply for this pass. Applications will not be accepted after this date.

CITY PARKING PERMITS All city residential and visitor parking permits expire on March 31, 2012. Renewal fee for the year is $5.00 per permit. Please note: ICBC Vehicle Registration must be provided for residential permits and Proof of Residency must be provided for visitor permits. All permits can be renewed at City Hall. Please bring in your existing parking permit hangers when renewing. For more information, please contact the Engineering Department at 604-527-4592.

ILLEGAL DUMPING Each month, many property owners, including the City, are faced with the high cost and burden of properly disposing of items that have been illegally dumped on unsuspecting property owners or on City property. If you are unsure of how to dispose of unwanted items such as old furniture, electronic devices and other household items, call Engineering Operations at 604-526-4691 and they can offer several ideas for proper disposal, including arranging a Special Pick Up Service for a small fee. There are also recycling centres that will take used TVs, computers and other electronic devices for free. If the items are usable, there are a number of charity organizations that will arrange a pick up for you. Please see the City’s website at www.newwestcity.ca under the garbage and recycling pages for more information. For property owners who fail to dispose of discarded items from their property in a timely fashion, even if such items have been illegally dumped, the Unsightly Premise Bylaw No. 5969, 1991, may be enforced, resulting in fines and other fees. Individuals caught illegally dumping items may be faced with a fine of $200 and/ or other enforcement action. If you observe someone illegally dumping on City or private property, obtain as much information as possible, such as a description and licence number, and call the Bylaw Department at 604-527-4657.

26 WEEKS TO EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, ARE YOU PREPARED? For the 26 weeks leading up to Emergency Preparedness Week May 6, 2012, the City of New Westminster’s Emergency Management Oﬃce will be providing weekly tips on how you can make your own emergency kit and emergency plan. Use our list to add small items to your emergency kits every week. This can make the job of creating a complete kit a little less daunting and intimidating; and remember – most items can be found in your home. The City of New Westminster’s Emergency Management Oﬃce is encouraging everyone to be prepared by knowing the risks, making a plan and getting a kit. For more information on preparedness tips, please visit the City’s Website, www.newwestcity. ca and click the Public Safety Links button.

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Tuesday, March 6 5:30 pm Neighbourhood Traﬃc Advisory Committee Council Chamber Thursday, March 8 2:00 pm Seniors Advisory Committee Committee Room #2

CRIME FREE MULTI-HOUSING PHASE 1 TRAINING WORKSHOP Hosted by the New Westminster Police Thursday, March 8, 2012 from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Justice Institute of BC, 715 McBride Blvd, New Westminster Cost: $75 - Pre-Registration required by March 2, 2012 Do you manage or own rental property and concerned about keeping criminal and nuisance activity off your property? The one-day workshop is designed to help owners and managers of residential properties keep nuisance and illegal activity off rental properties. Topics include: • crime prevention concepts, • signs of drug and other illegal activity, • applicant screening, • Residential Tenancy Act, and • working together with police The workshop is the first step towards full certification in the Crime Free program. For more information or to register for the workshop, contact BC Crime Prevention Association at 604-501-9222 or visit www.bccpa.org.

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attended in Toronto, many of his colleagues were intrigued by his blog; they’d never considered such an approach. “Most clergy don’t have the time to pay attention to (the Internet),” says Fraser. Though Cho has maintained a Twitter account for Five Stones for a few years, it’s only when she started engaging others in Twitter conversations rather than just using it as a noticeboard that she started to see its potential as a tool to reach out. “When we started to listen and converse, people really started to notice,” says Cho. “I can actually make friends, facilitate meetings, make face-to-face connections.”

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t’s easy to miss Five Stones Church on New Westminster’s Columbia Street. It’s no wider than its door that opens onto the sidewalk. So the church is using its website and plugging into social media like Twitter and Facebook to create a digital front door as wide as the world. Building a strong online presence may seem second nature in the business community these days, but churches in New West and Burnaby have been slow to embrace the Internet. While many have websites, most are just digital pamphlets, says Brian Fraser, the pastor at Brentwood Presbyterian Church, who recently transformed his church’s website into A SHARED VILLAGE MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER a blog on which he posts passages Brian Fraser, the pastor at Brentwood Presbyterian Church, has created a blog to foster Pastor Kao says his church’s from his weekly sermons as well as dialogue with his congregation as well as potential new members. active voice in social media plays other random thoughts and insights. well to New Westminster’s sense Which may be why Keziah Cho But with many congregations and be relevant.” of community, “we’re all part of the was enlisted as the church’s creative struggling for members, churches can ‘COMMUNITY’ IS CHANGING same village.” director. ill afford to ignore the reach of the In urban congregations where And while it’s dif¿cult for him to It’s her job to craft Five Stones’ Internet and social media, says Rich members lead busy, hectic lives, gauge how many of the church’s new Kao, the pastor at Five Stones. “Social virtual door through its website and that relevance is often happening members were drawn due to its online social media. media is very much at the forefront of online, says Brentwood’s Fraser. “The activities, “I fully expect six months or “We wanted to create an online our minds.” de¿nition of community is changing.” a year from now we’ll start to see the identity that is a creative Having a vibrant online presence full effect of our engagement of the reimagining of what the allows members of the congregation public through social media.” church can look like,” Rich Kao, Five Stones Church to feel connected to their community Even at Brentwood Presbyterian, says Cho. “We need to Quote without quote marks The old way was even when they can’t attend weekly Fraser says his own modest online be fresh.” people would visit the church, meet the passervices regularly. efforts have attracted a handful of new Aside from the usual tor, maybe attend a sermon to get a feel for Even though his blog is only a members to join the 25 or 30 people biographical information it. Now the website is our Àrst impression and couple of months old, Fraser says who attend weekly services. about the church and its we have to create it with a look and feel that is reÁective of our ministry while also adding he’s already noticed a small circle of “The web is now often the ¿rst principals, beliefs and value to the community. commenters adding their thoughts point of contact between a church and facilities, Five Stones to his posts, fostering dialogue and new members,” says Fraser. also posts sermons in written and debate. “The old way was people would podcast form that can be downloaded ‘WE NEED TO LISTEN’ “The essence of the church is to visit the church, meet the pastor, into iTunes for easy listening over After residing in temporary digs create space for conversation,” says maybe attend a sermon to get a feel portable digital players. There’s a at Douglas College since 2005, Five Fraser. for it,” says Kao. blog to which pastor Kao and select Stones moved into its Columbia Street members contribute, as well as Flickr “More and more of that “Now the website is our ¿rst home in August 2010, restoring and conversation is taking place in impression and we have to create it photo galleries of church activities. refurbishing a warren of of¿ces and cyberspace and we have to be aware with a look and feel that is reÀective And increasingly, Cho is reaching rooms to their historic splendour of of that, we have to be able to plug into of our ministry while also adding out through Facebook and Twitter. exposed brick walls and wooden that.” value to the community.” It’s all about creating a sense of beams. The urban chic environs could But it can be time-consuming and • Five Stones: ¿vestoneschurch.org/ community. be as much a cauldron for creating labour-intensive. • Brentwood: brentwoodpc.ca/ “As a church we are often talking hip ad campaigns as theological Fraser says at a conference of to people on the margins,” says Cho. discussions. Presbyterian ministers he recently “We need to be able to listen to them

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Take a walk in her shoes Douglas College is asking the community to walk a mile in a woman’s shoes. To honour International Women’s Day on March 8, the Douglas College Women’s Centre will hold a sale of gently-used women’s footwear at its New Westminster campus from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Shoes start at $2 a pair with the proceeds from Walk a Mile in a Woman’s Shoes going toward bursaries to support women in their studies at Douglas College. Leftover shoes will be donated to a local women’s shelter. “Every year it’s a very serious affair, and even though we’ll still be raising awareness of women’s issues, this time we wanted to do something fun, something that hasn’t been done before,”

said Christine Nieder, a student assistant at the women’s centre in a press release. The centre is also seeking donations of shoes for the sale which can be dropped off at the New Westminster campus Room 2850.

Burger and beverage fundraiser for ALS A burger and beverage fundraiser for the ALS Society of B.C. will be held at New Westminster’s Moonrakers Pub on Saturday. For $15 patrons can get a burger, veggie or beef, and a beverage, alcoholic or not, and fries with the proceeds going to battling ALS. The event starts at 6 p.m. at Moonrakers, 525 Seventh St. Among the prizes are Vancouver Canucks tickets.

Correction The incorrect charity was identi¿ed as being associated with the New To You thrift store, 416 East Columbia St., in New Westminster in the Feb. 22 edition of the NewsLeader. The correct bene¿ciary of the store’s proceeds is the Royal Columbian Hospital Auxiliary.

Art exhibit A showing of Chinese brush paintings by Burnaby artist Eileen Fong depicting bird scenes are on exhibit at the Arts Council of New Westminster gallery in Queen’s Park until March 31. The show is titled A Moment of Appreciation 2. A reception for the showing will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2 to 4 p.m. Visit www.eileenfong.com.

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The province’s decision to impose a settlement in the teacher’s dispute wasn’t a shock to New Westminster board of education chair James Janzen. “I don’t think it’s a surprise to anybody. It was unlikely there was going to be a negotiated [settlement],” said Janzen last week. “It’s not a good thing. It’s always better if both sides can work it out on their own. At least this will put an end to the uncertainty.” Although the B.C. Teachers Federation called for a mediated settlement, Janzen doesn’t believe that would be a solution either. “My sense of it is the two sides are so far apart I don’t know if a mediator would be able to ¿nd common ground,” said Janzen. Vice-chair Michael Ewen, an elementary school teacher in Surrey, said it was too bad an agreement couldn’t be reached. “You would think after all this

time, with all the dif¿culties that have happened over the last 20 years, both sides would have come to some sort of conclusion without having to legislate,” said Ewen. “I also realize disputes can’t go on inde¿nitely. There needs to be some sort of resolution.” During the dispute, the teachers have been operating on a version of work-to-rule by not doing administrative work. However, Janzen said that was not too disruptive to the district. “We’ve been coping pretty well with that. At the end of the day it didn’t seem likely the two sides would negotiate a contract,” Janzen said. On Monday, the B.C. Teachers’ Federation instituted a Day of Action. The union said its members would not arrive until ¿ve minutes before the morning bell, and leave ¿ve minutes after the last class. During the lunch break they were expected to attend a union meeting. The BCTF was to also hold an after-school rally in Cloverdale. Teachers were to vote Tuesday and Wednesday on escalating their job action.

• Last week, Finance Minister Kevin Falcon made a couple of suggestions for school districts to help the province’s ¿nances. He gave the go ahead to boards of education to sell surplus land. Previously trustees had to get the permission of the province. Ewen said although the district has a small parcel in Queensborough it might even be looking for land since it needs a new works yard and administration building. Falcon also said districts, particularly those in Metro Vancouver, should look at sharing costs. New Westminster and Burnaby have been splitting the costs of audits, which Ewen said has saved New Westminster thousands of dollars. “That’s a useful way to go. There are lots of things we’re exploring, but not a lot concluded,” said Ewen. Janzen said it might be worthwhile sharing in the purchasing of supplies that can be ordered in bulk. “We’re de¿nitely looking at doing more of that. It’s just a question of ¿nding the time and energy to do that, depending on what would work.”

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Re: The real solution for the upstream or downstream, red Pattullo (Column, NewsLeader, or blue, six lane bridge; then it Feb. 24) is time for New Westminster Chris Bryan is correct in to speak out for its own vision stating New Westminster of the future of our community should be wary of a shiny new, and this region. Andrew Feltham. six-lane Pattullo Bridge. New Westminster So should the region. As with the UBE, opening OCCUPY BCTF? the door to more bridge traf¿c Re: Reaction to a not-sowill not reduce congestion modest proposal (Comment, on our already overwhelmed NewsLeader, Feb. 24) streets. Similarly, regional It is interesting to see commuters should not be led how my bold proposal to to believe that a beautiful new have teachers work parents’ bridge with lovely curving hours has rufÀed the feathers off ramps will result in any of so many with a vested improvement to their commute and entrenched interest in times. At the end of the new maintaining the status quo. ramps they will meet the MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER Even a 32 per cent wage familiar traf¿c queues leading TransLink is engaging the public in discussions to the next traf¿c signal. They about the replacement of the Pattullo increase for a 37.5 per cent will be forced to wait for kids Bridge. Current designs look at a six-lane increase in instructional hours with a $5,000 signing bonus is crossing Royal Avenue on their span. The bridge is currently four. not enough to entice an open way to the new St. Mary’s oil, we better understand the mind for change. school and elsewhere as the city future cost of C02 emissions, I do not, however, hear much pursues its noteworthy agenda of social inequality is growing, and creating a livable, walkable city. globalization and massive western complaint from parents who are forced to either pay $7,000 a year The genius of Jane Jacobs debt have shifted the strong and for child care when they ¿nally was to argue, and ultimately to steady economic growth to other demonstrate (both in New York areas of the world. Our region has get past the wait list or to have one parent forego a ful¿lling and in Toronto as well as in recognized these challenges and career. many places around the world has set out goals to make better The BCTF feels that the rights which have followed her school use of our land, to reduce the of its 40,000 members trump of thought) that it is possible to need to travel in the region and that of the one million parents create both economic and social to create signi¿cant mode shift in this province to have school value by treating communities as away from private vehicles as the hours that make sense, and that places to be, and not just places preferred mode of transportation. maintaining the status quo is to drive through. However it was Thanks to Jane Jacobs our more important than dealing with not just Jacobs who stood up to region understands the value childhood obesity, which has the road builders. of places, especially those well tripled in the past 25 years. It was the residents and served by viable alternative And all this to defend a businesses who believed in the modes of transportation. value of their communities, most Yet when tasked with replacing system devised when women looked forward to a future as a of which remain vibrant and an aging bridge sandwiched homemaker, in contrast to today freeway-less to this day. between a heavy rail crossing where we have three female In Jacobs’ time opposition and a high capacity SkyTrain, premiers. to road expansion must have crossing a navigable river and The costs to our economy of been seen as heretical, and the connected to a densely populated our archaic school schedule are antithesis to both economic and community, TransLink engineers staggering. Nearly 25 per cent of societal progress. At that time all have determined that the only households with children aged oil was cheap and the economy option is to increase its car and 5-14 have a stay-at-home parent, was steadily expanding at rates truck capacity by 50 per cent and which costs our province almost unseen in human history. Jacobs’ dump them onto New West’s four per cent of GDP (over $8 communities must have seemed already at-capacity road system. billion) and over half a billion sel¿sh compared with what If this is the only option dollars in lost taxation revenue. conventional wisdom perceived TransLink can provide us, then That’s the closed-minded as the greater good. Since our community needs to start thinking that leads to being that time road expansion has discussing the “do nothing” legislated back to work. One per destroyed many less outspoken option and start planning for the cent of the population dictating to communities around the world day when the bridge will not be the other 99 per cent what’s right and congestion is worst in the there. for them and their children. places which built the most roads. If TransLink will not talk As I recall the Occupy protest In many jurisdictions these roads about the bigger issues which was about the rights of one per and bridges are falling apart. should be inÀuencing the design cent trumping that of the other 99 Somehow the economic activity and capacity of a new bridge; if per cent. they were supposed to generate is TransLink cannot talk about the Time for Occupy BCTF? not enough to pay the upkeep. serious impact that more traf¿c Kris Taylor Today the world is rapidly will have on our neighborhoods; New Westminster consuming the dregs of cheap if residents may only discuss an

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While out jogging Colleen Cross will see someone interesting and start imagining stories about the person’s life as she plods along in her marathon training. Her vivid imagination often works overtime at night as well as possible plot lines pop into her head, which is why the novice New Westminster author keeps a pad of paper beside her bed. She tries to jot down ideas without her husband noticing. “What are you doing,” he’ll ask her. “Oh, nothing,” she’ll reply. “He thinks I’m crazy,” says Cross. “It’s amazing. Those ideas tend to be the best ones. It pays off, you think you can remember [without writing them down] and you don’t.” Cross’s creative cranium has conjured up the Katrina Carter series about a forensic accountant. She launched her ¿rst novel, Exit Strategy, earlier this month, and she’s already got outlines and plot lines for three more books.

Although an accountant by trade, her passion is writing. It’s not often the same brain is a whiz at math and a wordsmith. For Cross, it’s natural. “There’s a lot of strategic thinking and creative thinking in forensic accounting. You solve problems in business. It’s the same thing in writing a book. You’re developing a plot and situations where you’re trying to think how you can get your characters out of them,” says Cross. Without any formal writing experience and a few short stories under her belt, Cross began her book about ¿ve years ago. Within two years, she had a ¿rst draft. She spent the next two years taking it around to writers, conferences and critique groups to help her improve it. Cross really didn’t think about publishing the book, she just enjoyed the writing and the process. But it was drawing a lot of interest so she decided to go for it. “I love writing stories and the more people I can get to read it the better, but that’s secondary to the writing,” says Cross, an eight-year resident of New Westminster who uses a composite of several Queen’s

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growing. “I just always believed in ful¿lling my dream,” said Cross, 50. “It doesn’t mean throwing everything else away.” The premise for Exit Strategy started with the emergence of diamond mining in Canada’s North. Then she looked at the issue of conÀict diamonds, or blood diamonds as they’re often called. Those are stones that are used to fund military actions by forces opposed to legitimate governments. So she got to thinking what if blood diamonds were being passed off as coming from a brand

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New Westminster Gizeh Shriners (left) Ed Scott, president-elect; (third from right) Desmond Sharp, president; (second from right) Paul Johansen, Hospital Representative; and (right) Donovon Tyers, secretary, present Queenie Lai, Royal Columbian Hospital (RCH) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Health Services Manager, and Dr. John Blatherwick, RCH Foundation board director with a cheque for $6,201.24. The gift was used to purchase a warm air scale which gently warms premature babies while they are being weighed to help prevent body heat loss. Using a regular scale may cause premature babies to suffer from cold stress, from which it takes the baby a long time to recover. Thus, the warm air scale creates a stable environment for the premature baby to grow and develop. Sharing gifts with friends and family is central to the celebration of Chinese New Year, and for the Xia family of Burnaby, that now includes their ‘extended family’ at Royal Columbian Hospital (RCH). But they haven’t always felt that way about hospitals. Owners of the Canadian Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic, Summer Yitian, Xia and her husband, Dr. Terry Tang, were initially skeptical of the care Summer’s father would receive at a hospital. Zhao Qi Xia, 74, had recently immigrated to Canada from China when he had to be taken to RCH’s Emergency Department in 2009. He had a severely high fever and was nearly comatose. Based on his symptoms and an electrocardiogram (ECG) test to check his heart, Zhao was diagnosed as having an infected heart valve. When the penicillin treatment proved unsuccessful in combating the infection, Zhao had to undergo a heart valve replacement. The Xia family’s fears were quickly put to rest as a result of the excellent care and compassion Zhao received from the RCH medical teams. “Every single one in the hospital treated my Dad like a family member,” says Summer. Two years later and in exceptional health, Zhao recently visited the hospital with his wife, Yulu Yang, Summer and Dr. Tang, to present a donation for $1,500 in support of cardiac care at RCH. Summer and Dr. Tang raised the money from a Chi Workshop they hosted at their Canadian Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic. From left to right: Summer Yitian, Zhao Qi Xia and his wife Yulu, and Tang.

The Hyack Festival’s President’s Tea, hosted by Hyack’s 41st president Bill Radbourne and his wife Lynn Rabourne, was held Jan. 29 at the Centennial Lodge in Queen’s Park. The afternoon was the Àrst event of the Miss New Westminster 2012 Ambassador program where this year’s six candidates were introduced and met with the pageant judges. Leona Green, of Greens and Beans Deli in Sapperton, donated the light lunch. The four-month program will culminate Saturday, March 31 at Massey Theatre with the pageant and crowning of Miss New Westminster 2012. A Royal Reception will follow in the Plaskett Gallery. For more information and tickets please call the Hyack Festival OfÀce at 604-522-6894. Ambassador candidates, left to right: Natasha Bosnjak - sponsored by De Dutch-New Westminster; Maggy Deras-Rodriguez - G&F Financial Group; Grace Wardle - New Westminster Police OfÀcer’s Association; Cyndi Lei - Royal City Rotary. Maggie Rogal - Salmonbellies; Rachal Sibayan - Kiwanis Club. Seated: Lynn Radbourne; Standing behind: Bill Radbourne.

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156

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com

CRIMINAL RECORD?

ERICA @ 604-777-2195

PERSONAL SERVICES

188

WEBCO LEDUC - division of Sun Media, requires Full-time Heatset/Coldset 1st & 2nd Pressmen. 15 unit Goss Community. Competitive rates and benefits. Email resume: et@webcoleduc.com.

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Guaranteed Record Removal since 1989. Confidential, Fast, & Affordable. Our A+BBB Rating assures EMPLOYMENT & TRAVEL FREEDOM. Call for FREE INFO. BOOKLET

DRYWALL

ARCO DRYWALL Ltd. Board, Tape Texture, Frame. New & Reno’s. 20 yrs exp, free est Mike 604-825-1500

260

ELECTRICAL

1-8-NOW-PARDON (1-866-972-7366) RemoveYourRecord.com

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE

203

ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING

Rick’s Bobcat Service. Leveling, Back filling, Trucking reas. rates.778-355-2978, 604-290-2978

GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627

287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

High Caliber Construction Repair, Replace, Remodel...

CUSTOM HOMES

236

CLEANING SERVICES

DETAILED EUROPEAN CLEANING.

Efficient, Reliable, Friendly, Bonded Excellent References with 18 yrs of experience. Call Ivet: 778-235-4070

• Basement, Kitchen & Bath Remodels • Room Additions • Drywall • Paint • Texture • Finishing • Floors & More Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771

Making Your Renovation Dreams Come True... Kitchens - Bathrooms New Additions - Flooring Painting - Decks Windows / Doors Stonework - Siding & More Free Estimates * BBB * WCB * Insured

www.caliberwest contracting.com 604.764.9594

Wednesday, February 29, 2012 NewsLeader A19 HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 287

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

338

PLUMBING

PETS 477

PETS

.Enterprise Plumbing, Heaitng, Gasfitting

341

PRESSURE WASHING Andy’s Pressure Washing & Driveway Sealing (778)868-3374

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

548

MATTRESSES staring at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

560

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

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 1866-981-5991

PITBULLS ~ PUREBRED. Ready for sale. $500. Vet ✔, 6 weeks old. Call 604-217-2983

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE AUCTIONS

On Site Truck Equipment & Tool Auction rd

356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

RECYCLE-IT!

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

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www.recycleitcanada.ca

320

MOVING & STORAGE

bradsjunkremoval.com

Haul Anything... But Dead Bodies!! 604.

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Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988

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$45/Hr

372

SUNDECKS

From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free 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 A-TECH Services 604-230-3539

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

374

TREE SERVICES

Running this ad for 8yrs

A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv. Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping. Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports

Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $

Viewing Dates: March 2nd 1:00p.m.-6:00p.m. March 3rd 9:00a.m. - 12:00p.m. Address: 14730 66th Ave. Surrey, BC (AROUND BACK)

STEEL OF A DEAL - BUILDING SALE! 20X24 $4798. 25X30 $5998. 30X42 $8458. 32X58 $12,960. 40X60 $15,915. 47X80 $20,645. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.

PEARL DRUM SET, $1000, receipts for $1000 in upgrades, located in Hope. Call 1 (604)869-7329

APARTMENT/CONDO BURNABY & COQUITLAM

Spacious 2 & 3 Bdrm T/hses 2 Bdrm Apartments

626

HOUSES FOR SALE

RENTALS 757

Subsidies available based on gross houseold income. ✮

2 Bedroom Apartment between $22,800 & $31,800

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2 Bedroom Townhouse between $30,000 & $37,200

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3 Bedroom Townhouse between $34,800 & $43,200

WANTED TO RENT

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AUTO FINANCING

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Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca

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Walker Manor 1/2 mo. Rent FREE! Bright, large 1 bedroom for rent in a newly reno’d building. Large balcony, freshly painted with hardwood floors. 2 Min walk to Highgate Mall & all major transit.

Please call 778-994-2334 COQUITLAM, low rise concrete bldg, 2nd flr, 2 bdrm, 2 baths, undg sec. prk, gas F/P, balcony, $1150. Avail. immed. Call (778) 889-3731. NEW WESTMINSTER

DORIC MANOR 236 - 8th St. Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm suites for rent. Includes heat / hot water and cable. Close to Massey Theatre, Douglas College, Royal City Mall.

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CARS - DOMESTIC

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MOTORCYCLES

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RECREATIONAL/SALE

Phone: 604-522-9153

NEW WESTMINSTER

HOMES WANTED

WE BUY HOUSES The OLDER. The DIRTIER. The BETTER. Flexible Terms. Quick Closing. Call us First! 778.707.9647

I Buy or Lease Your Home Within 48 Hours Call Pam (604) 358-1112

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HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

COQUITLAM: Oxford Hts. Quiet St. 2 bdrm grnd lvl ste. $850/incl utils. March 15. N/P, N/S. 604-722-3346

700

751

RENT TO OWN

PORT Coquitlam. SxS upper 3 bd, 2 bth, appl, s/deck, view, nr amens, recent renos. $1150. 604-941-4166

RENT TO OWN

706

SUITES, LOWER

RENTALS

If you have a small down payment, we have a nice home for you! Less than perfect credit OK. Call (604) 227-9223

APARTMENT/CONDO

COQUITLAM: 2 bdrm 2 bthrm- 996 sf. Cls to shopping, Douglas College & amen. March 1. N/s, N/p. $1350/mo. Call 604-941-3259

2006 NEPTUNE 36PDD

Camera rear vision, dual pane windows, elec. Awning, A/C, 2000 watt inverter, $5000 in savings! $94,483 (Stk.31063A) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

2009 Montana 3400RL

HOMES FOR RENT

750

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1997 20 ft. Slumber Queen Class C Motorhome. Chev chassis, fully equipt. Many Extras. $15000. Call 604-796-0230

PITT MEADOWS. 2 & 3 bdrm. in family complex. Close to bus, schools & shopping. Ref’s req’d. Small pets okay, $1030/$1134/mo. Avail. immed. 604-465-1938.

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

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

For further info call 604-451-6075 to view

Move-Allowance

627

845

If your income is lower than these ranges call BC Housing 604-433-2218

BURNABY

(Subject to additions & deletions. Terms: VISA, M/C, AMEX, CASH 15% buyers premium)

TRANSPORTATION

1 bdr apt with balcony in well managed building. For April 1. Resp. lady with exc. refs.(778)397-1169

With accessible amenities, in safe family oriented communities of Coquitlam, North Burnaby. Pet friendly.

6630 Telford Ave.

REAL ESTATE

SO MUCH MUCH too mention!!!

604-294-2331

706

566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

www.directliquidation.ca

RENTALS

MISC. FOR SALE

SAWMILLS from only $3997 - MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-5666899 Ext:400OT.

Date: March 3 , 2012 Time: 12:00 Noon Auction

If I can’t do it It can’t be done

FURNITURE

GOLDEN Retriever puppies, born Jan. 7th, family raised, very well socialized, 1st shots & deworming included. Mission 604-820-4827.

509

HOME REPAIRS

BUILDING SUPPLIES

Chihuahua pups, tiny, 2 males, 1 long & 1 short, vet check, deworm, 1st shots, $650. (604)799-1919

TIBETAN MASTIFF puppies. P.B. 8 wks old. Ready to go. Good health. 604-302-5914 or 604-440-3650

288

518

STEEL BUILDINGS FOR ALL USES! Spring Deals! Make an offer on selloff models at factory and save thousands NOW! Call for FREE Brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.

Queen Pillow Top Mattress & Box • 720 Coil 2.5’’ Pillowtop • Brand New • 10 yr. warranty • Your Price $490 604.807.5864 The Mattress Guy

PRESA CANARIO P/B UKC, black, ready. $700. Both parents approx. 120 to 150 lbs. Call 778-552-1525.

Rooﬁng Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

752

SUITES, UPPER

Microwave, washer/dryer combo, 3 burner stove, 2 recliners, and free standing dinette. $54,983 (Stk.32434) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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

TOWNHOUSES

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

2006 YAMAHA APEX 1000, 4stroke, MLX Mtn. 163” x 2¼” track, reverse, comes with service manual. 1024 mi. Cheapest Apex/4stroke in Canada! $5900 firm. Chilliwack (604)799-8533

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, green, 126K, $7700 firm. Call 604-538-4883

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SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y Being a senior in Burnaby is to be a lucky person. Why? Well, because in this city, there are countless opportunities for seniors to get involved, to share, to play and to get the information they need to thrive. In this city you can get out and enjoy great activities every single day, whether it’s dancing, learning about computers, brushing up on a second language or playing a little bridge. But it’s also a place where you can get help if you need it.

COVER PHOTO Frank Pin brings in his line after a morning of trolling for his dinner in the placid water of Burnaby’s Deer Lake. 7438 Fraser Park Drive, Burnaby, B.C. V5J 5B9 email: newsroom@burnabynewsleader.com

Newsroom: 604-438-6397 Delivery: 604-456-6343 Classiﬁeds: 604-575-5555 Advertising: 604-438-6397; Fax: 604:438-9699 Web: www.burnabynewsleader.com Jean Hincks

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Editor

Matthew Blair Creative Services manager

Karen Murtagh Advertising supervisor

Richard Russell Circulation manager

Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information supplied herein, the Burnaby NewsLeader cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions.

Hopefully, the Burnaby NewsLeader’s Spring 2012 Seniors Directory can serve as a resource to help you stay connected. It offers a list of services and resources as diverse as the city of Burnaby itself. This directory is designed to provide an easy-access list of helpful resources, the kind of thing you can keep by the phone for quick reference. The NewsLeader thanks Citizen Support Services for its cooperation in providing information for this publication, and encourages readers to also see CCS’s own guide, Burnaby Seniors Resource Guide, which will be publishing its 17th edition this summer and will be found at the city’s seniors centres (Edmonds, Confederation, Cameron and Bonsor) at local libraries, and on the City of Burnaby’s website (www.burnaby.ca). Meantime, we hope you enjoy the NewsLeader’s Seniors Directory, and find it to be a valuable resource.

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SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y INDEX Emergency Numbers ...........page 5 Key Contacts ........................page 5 Emergency Food Services ....page 5 Education .............................page 7 Financial Help ......................page 9 Health Services ..................page 10 Clinics & Rehabilitation.......page 12 Dental Care ........................page 13 Tax Information ..................page 17 Volunteer Services ..............page 18 Home Care Support ............page 21 Housing ..............................page 26 Recreation and Social .........page 30 Special Interest ...................page 32 Care Facilities.....................page 37 Advertisers Directory ..........page 38 MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER

Members of the advanced tap dancing program at Confederation Community Centre for the Retired strut their stuff.

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EMERGENCY NUMBERS AND KEY CONTACTS

GROCERIES

AMBULANCE 911

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FIRE

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NON-EMERGENCY

SOUTHSIDE COMMUNITY CHURCH

604-294-7922

CITY SERVICES

7135 Walker Ave., Burnaby 604-526-0244 Hours: Every Tuesday except the last of the month 10 to 11:30 a.m. (be there at 9:30)

BURNABY CITY HALL

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604-294-7944 TTY: 604-294-7308 4949 Canada Way, Burnaby

CITIZEN SUPPORT SERVICES 604-294-7980 111-4940 Canada Way, Burnaby These programs are provided by City of Burnaby, Citizen Support Services. • Gadabouts - Outings for the Elderly • Lunch Program • Phone Buddy Program • Shop by Phone Grocery Program • Shopping Buddies Program • Volunteer Visitor Program

4550 Kitchener St., Burnaby 604-299-6816 Hours: Every Thursday except the last of the month Noon to 1 p.m.

COMMUNITY LUNCH PROGRAM WEST BURNABY UNITED CHURCH 604-434-4747 6050 Sussex Avenue, Burnaby Free community lunch. Hours: Tuesday, 12 to 1 p.m. Food Bank Hours: Friday (not welfare week) 10 a.m.

We Are Aware You Want To Protect Your Family. We will guide you towards the proper Wills and Estates s Powers of Attorney Estate Litigation & Civil Litigation For over 57 years Cobbett & Cotton has served the local community and clients from all over the Lower Mainland and abroad.

Mon - Thu: 9 am - 9 pm Fri & Sat: 9 am - 5 pm #300 - 410 Carleton Ave., at Hastings, Burnaby

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EDUCATION AND LIBRARIES BURNABY SCHOOL DISTRICT CONTINUING EDUCATION 604-664-8888 www.burnabyce.com Offers many different courses. Many are half price if you are 65 years or older. Just show your Gold CareCard. Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

COMMUNITY CENTRED COLLEGE FOR THE RETIRED 604-517-8732 www.cccrburnaby.org – for course calendar and registration form Courses in computers, art, music, languages, creative writing, genealogy, forensic science, bridge levels 1 and 2, technology courses for seniors, flower arranging, and community concerns for people 55 years or older. Classes are 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.

SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY CONTINUING STUDIES 778-782-5212 www.sfu.ca/seniors The SFU Seniors Program began in 1975 as part of Continuing Studies’ commitment to lifelong learning. Every semester the program offers non-credit courses at the downtown Harbour Centre building and at Central City in Surrey for anyone 55 or older, regardless of educational

background. Seniors 60 years or older who are admitted to the university as undergraduate credit students may take courses, tuition free, at any campus. Mon-Fri 8:30am to 4:30pm

LIBRARIES HOME LIBRARY SERVICE 604-436-5423 www.bpl.bc.ca This is a free service if you are a resident of Burnaby who must remain at home for three months or more due to poor health, physical weakness, poor eyesight or physical disability, or if you are a senior and do not have transportation to a library. Mon-Fri 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

PUBLIC LIBRARIES (BURNABY) Bob Prittie Metrotown Branch (main branch) 604-436-5400 6100 Willingdon Avenue Cameron Branch 9523 Cameron Street

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Home Purchases & Mortgages Corporate & Commercial Law Our law firm has been voted the Best of Burnaby by the clients and readers of Burnaby newspapers for 11 consecutive years.

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We provide Home Purchase / Mortgage and Refinance legal packages

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What to have for dinner tonight? Barbecued ribs with scalloped potatoes. Maybe rotini pasta with sautéed shrimp and vegetables in a rosé sauce. Then a cream puff for dessert – or lemon meringue pie. So much choice. Through our exclusive TasteBuds™ program, our residents choose from a variety of wholesome, homemade meals that are served in the comfort of our dining room – and in the company of friends. What’s on your menu today?

Dine at The Mulberry. Phone for your personal tour. 604.526.2248

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FINANCIAL HELP FEDERAL HELP WITH MONEY CANADA PENSION PLAN (CPP) 1-800-277-9914 TTY: 1-800255-4786 www.servicecanada.gc.ca or www.hrsdc.gc.ca You can apply if you live in Canada, are 60 years or older, and have paid into CPP while you were working. If the pensioner has died, the surviving wife or husband can also apply.

GUARANTEED INCOME SUPPLEMENT (GIS) 1-800-277-9914 TTY: 1-800-255-4786 www.servicecanada.gc.ca You can apply for GIS if you live in Canada and are receiving Old Age Security but your income is not enough to live on.

MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER

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OLD AGE SECURITY (OAS)

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1-800-277-9914 TTY: 1-800-255-4786 www.servicecanada.gc.ca You can apply if you are a Canadian or a legal resident, and are 65 years or older. It doesn’t matter if you have other income or funds, but you must have lived in Canada for 10 years.

1-800-277-9914 TTY: 1-800-255-4786 www.servicecanada.gc.ca You can apply if you are between 60 and 65 years old, have lived in Canada for 10 years, and are married to someone who is getting OAS.

We Help People Seriously Injured In Car Accidents. You or someone you love has been Estate Litigation & Civil Litigation Personal Injury Claims We have earned the satisfaction and loyalty of our clients for our commitment to top quality legal representation.

Mon - Thu: 9 am - 9 pm Fri & Sat: 9 am - 5 pm #300 - 410 Carleton Ave., at Hastings, Burnaby

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seriously injured in an automobile accident. The insurance company will take care of you, right? Randall Cobbett s Flavio Crestani Michael Rathborne s Richard Double Robert Halifax s Leora Stacee-Chun John Hamilton s Jean-Luc Forest

SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y Financial Help (continued)

paying more than 30% of their income towards rent. To be eligible, seniors 65 years or older must be renting, be entitled to receive Old Age Security, and have lived in BC for one year prior to applying.

SENIOR’S SUPPLEMENT

1-866-866-0800 www.mhr.gov.bc.ca/programs/other.htm#ss The Senior’s Supplement is a monthly payment provided by the Province of British Columbia. It HEALTH SERVICES ensures a conditionally guaranteed income level ABUSE for B.C. residents receiving federal Old Age Security and Guaranteed Income supplement or ADULT INFORMATION ABUSE NETWORK federal allowances.

(BURNABY/NEW WESTMINSTER)

WIDOWED SPOUSE’S ALLOWANCE 1-800-277-9914 TTY: 1-800-255-4786 www.servicecanada.gc.ca You can apply if your husband or wife has died, you are between 60 and 65 years old, have lived in Canada for 10 years, and have a low or modest income. Call for information and application forms.

www.bccrns.ca For questions or concerns about a specific adult who is being abused or neglected, contact the following designated agencies:

BURNABY HOME HEALTH 604-918-7447

BURNABY MENTAL HEALTH BUS PASS

604-453-1900

1-866-866-0800 (press 4 then 3) www.bctransit.com/regions/vic/fares/ bcbuspass.cfm

COMMUNITY LIVING BC (BURNABY OFFICE)

SHELTER AID FOR ELDERLY RENTERS (SAFER)

BC CENTRE FOR ELDER ADVOCACY AND SUPPORT

604-660-8124

604-433-2218 www.bchousing.org SAFER is a non-taxable rent subsidy program for people 60 years or older and are currently

604-437-1940

Brighten your life with a beautiful smile Ask about our Zoom Whitening special

Smile Dental Group

www.smiledentalgroup.ca

604.433.7444 7575 Market Crossing, Burnaby

FREE PARKING & EASY ACCESS TO SHOPPING CENTRE

An all-inclusive retirement never looked better… you should see us now! Come and discover the fresh, elegant spaces of Amica at Rideau Manor. Beautifully designed to give you the luxury of a first class hotel combined with the services and programs that enhance your active, independent lifestyle.

Luxurious Amenities and Pampered Services Included ~ Full Service Dining Room serving nutritious hot meals daily ~ Sky Lounge with pool table and computers ~ Fireside Lounge and Pub ~ Library with computer and web access ~ Wellness & Vitality™ Centre and Programs ~ mPOWER™ Fitness programs

~ Salon and Spa Services ~ Elegantly designed Independent Suites ~ VITALIS™ Assisted Living Services ~ Private Outdoor patios and gardens ~ Guest suites ~ Underground parking

Amica at Rideau Manor • A Wellness & Vitality™ Residence 1850 Rosser Avenue, Burnaby, BC V5C 5E1 604.291.1792 • www.amica.ca • Luxury Independent Rental Retirement Living • All Inclusive • Full Service Fine Dining • Wellness & Vitality™ Programs • Amica VITALIS™ Assisted Living Services Canadian Owned

and Operated

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Suites starting as low as $2295.00 per month. To book your private tour please call 604.291.1792

SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y

CLINICS AND REHABILITATION HEALTHY HEART PROGRAM – BURNABY HOSPITAL 604-412-6440 For people with heart disease or at a high risk of getting heart disease, the Healthy Heart Program has supervised exercise programs. You can speak with a

ONE HOUR

FREE min 4 hours

WHITE SUV LIMOUSINES TUXEDO SUV LIMOUSINES PINK SUV LIMOUSINES Airport Service • Graduation • Private Tours Birthdays • Weddings • Anniversaries Nights Out • Concerts • Special Events Whistler Transfer • Airport Transfer

(604) 780-6652 www.AceOfSpades.ca

MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER

George Clulow and other bird watchers count the birds around Deer Lake and Burnaby Lake each year during the Christmas bird count.

professional dietitian and get information on food and nutrition. There are weekly classes about heart health. Call the above number for more information.

WESTERN INSTITUTE FOR THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING 604-736-7391 TTY: 604-736-2527 www.widhh.ca Trained staff give advice and hearing tests. The centre has recycled hearing aids and special equipment for the deaf and hard of hearing. Sign language and interpreting services available. Services in Cantonese, Mandarin and French.

SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y

Clinics and Rehabilitation (continued)

VANCOUVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE DENTURE CLINIC

Y.M.C.A. HEALTHY HEART PROGRAM

604-443-8500 This clinic makes full and partial dentures at a reduced rate.

(Cardiac Prevention and Rehabilitation) 604-521-5801 www.vanymca.org For people who have heart disease or are at a high risk of getting heart disease, the YMCA has supervised exercise programs. A doctor’s referral is required and there is a reduced monthly fee for seniors.

DENTAL CARE BRITISH COLUMBIA DENTAL ASSOCIATION 604-736-7202 www.bcdental.org The association provides information on gum disease, crowns, bridges and dentures. You can also get information about dentists in Burnaby who are taking new patients.

U.B.C. DENTAL CLINIC 604-822-2112 You can get dental work done at a discount.

VANCOUVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE DENTAL HYGIENE CLINIC 604-443-8499 You can have your teeth cleaned at a reduced rate.

FRASER HEALTH HOME HEALTH CARE - BURNABY 604-918-7447 Home Health Care has a number of services including Nursing, Rehabilitation, and Long Term Care.

HEALTH PROTECTION COMMUNITY CARE FACILITIES LICENSING 604-918-7683 Licensing officers inspect adult and child care facilities such as care homes and daycares. They deal with complaints regarding these facilities.

HEALTH INFORMATION BC SENIORS HEALTH INFORMATION LINE 1-800-465-4911

What is laser therapy for?

Laser Therapy is a safe clinically proven way to restore normal cell function and cellular healing. Laser Therapy uses light emission from low intensity laser diodes to treat: • Arthritis • Back Pain • Neck Pain • Shoulder • Knee • Elbow • Wrist • Plantar Fasciitis • Heel Spurs • Foot Pain

Call 604.293.2273 and mention “Seniors Directory” for a FREE assessment

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SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y

MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER FILE

Les Lee Lowe, pictured here at 80 years old last year, has been an active volunteer at Burnaby Village Museum sewing and maintaining historical costumes. She was also the village’s honourary reeve for 2011.

Accompanying you to a

— fuller life 4 Friendly, Helpful Companion 4 Safe, Reliable Assistance 4 Reasonable Rates Wayne Temoin, OWNER/OPERATOR

604-783-2965 • wayne@drivingmissdaisy.net | www.drivingmissdaisy.net

Caring for our community ... since 1943 The New Vista Society is an integral part of our community that provides residential care, housing and support for seniors in south Burnaby. We also have an adult day program, called Cranberry Cottage, which is a health oriented, professionally supervised, social recreation service for seniors with chronic health conditions. We are a registered non-profit society and we graciously accept donations in support of our programs and capital improvements. For more information about our programs or to volunteer, please visit our website at www.newvista.bc.ca

7 7550 Rosewood Street, Burnaby | 604.521.7764 www.newvista.bc.ca

Helping you maintain your

independence Your choice

$2999 INCLUDING BATTERIES

Shoprider 888SLN

Shoprider P424M

Stay in Your Home and Independent with The Rehab Shop Home Safety Checklist BATHROOM

STAIR LIFTS From

Grab Bars Safety Pole Raised Toilet Seat Shower Chair Hand Held Shower

$3495 installed

BRAND NAME LIFT CHAIRS

BEDROOM/LIVING ROOM

From

Bedside Super Pole Adjustable Bed Bed Safety Rail Lift Chair

MOBILITY 2 Wheeled Walker 4 Wheeled Walker Manual Wheelchair Power Wheelchair 3 or 4 Wheeled Scooter

$799

COME IN & SEE US FOR ALL YOUR MOBILITY NEEDS OR HAVE US COME TO YOUR HOUSE OR CARE HOME PRICES MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

1124 Boundary Road, Burnaby Tel: 604.434.8300 Toll free: 1-800-309-1099

www.therehabshop.com

BATH SAFETY & HOME RENOVATIONS Come see our in-store accessibility showroom or call us and we will come to see you

BOUNDARY RD

Toilet Safety Frame

PARKER STREET NAPIER STREET

WILLIAM STREET

PARKING IN REAR We direct bill Government, Veterans Affairs, Extended Benefits and Private Insurance on Your Behalf

SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y

BC MINISTRY OF HEALTH PHARMACARE 604-683-7151 www.gov.bc.ca/health

CANADA REVENUE AGENCY (CRA) 1-800-959-8281 www.cra.gc.ca

HOME OWNER GRANT FOR SENIORS

BC NURSELINE 811 www.healthlinkbc.ca Provides 24-hour, confidential health information and advice. Speak to a registered nurse from 5 p.m. to 9 a.m. every day.

604-294-7350 www.burnaby.ca If you are a B.C. resident living in your own home, and paying property taxes on that home, you can apply for a Home Owner’s Grant (HOG). This grant reduces the property tax you have to pay. Apply in May-June.

PROPERTY TAX DEFERRAL, BURNABY

COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS OF BC 604-733-7758 www.cpsbc.ca Get the names of Burnaby family doctors who are taking new patients.

604-294-7350 www.burnaby.ca If you are 55 or older, living in your own home and cannot afford property taxes, or if you are a widow or widower of any age living on your own, you can delay payment of the taxes until you sell your home.

TAX INFORMATION AND ASSISTANCE

SERVICES FOR THE DISABLED BURNABY COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS

FREE HELP WITH YOUR INCOME TAX RETURN Seniors with low income may obtain assistance filing income tax forms. For more information call: Cameron Recreation Centre 604-297-4456 Edmonds Community Centre 604-525-1671

204-2101 Holdom Avenue 604-299-5778 www.burnabyinfo.com

RELAX THE BACK Perfect Chair Zero-Gravity Recliner by Human Touch

continued on page 18

The Angle by Back Support Systems

specializing in products that are all about getting comfortable, feeling better and living well.

Come see why so many doctors recommend us to their patients.

f e e l b e t t e r, w o r k b e t t e r, l i v e b e t t e r 5172 Kingsway (@Royal Oak), Burnaby • 604-432-1442 • www.relaxtheback.com • relaxtheback53@shaw.ca

SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y Services for the Disabled continued

HANDYDART SERVICE 604-575-6600 Transportation for seniors and people with disabilities who cannot ride on the bus. You must arrange for this service at least three working days ahead. Phone the above number for information about cost and hours of service.

GOVERNMENT OF BC BUS PASS PROGRAM 1-866-866-0800 A universal bus pass for unlimited travel on your conventional transit system is available to seniors and persons with a disability on a limited income.

VOLUNTEER SERVICES CITIZEN SUPPORT SERVICES 604-294-7980 www.burnaby.ca These programs are provided by City of Burnaby, Citizen Support Services. • Gadabouts - Outings for the Elderly • Lunch Program • Phone Buddy Program • Shop by Phone Grocery Program • Shopping Buddies Program • Volunteer Visitor

MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND SENIORS INFORMATION 1-800-465-4911 www.gov.bc.ca/healthservices Information on seniors’ programs and benefits.

SCREENING MAMMOGRAPHY PROGRAM OF BC (BREAST SCREENING) 604-877-6200 www.smpbc.ca Women 40-79 should be tested for breast cancer at least every two years. An appointment is required. Doctor’s referral is not necessary, but you must have a family doctor. Staff will give the results to your doctor, and to you.

STROKE CLUBS NORTH BURNABY STROKE RECOVERY CLUB 604-431-9897 Meetings at Confederation House on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, 10 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Outings on one of the other Wednesdays.

SOUTH BURNABY STROKE RECOVERY CLUB 604-434-9224 Meets at Edmonds House, second and fourth Fridays of the month. Hours: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

“Laser therapy was my last resort, when it should’ve been my ﬁrst choice. Now I’m painfree.” Call 604.293.2273 and mention “Seniors Directory” for a FREE assessment

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55+ staying fit and active in Burnaby

-ing

If you have reached that â&#x20AC;&#x153;certainâ&#x20AC;? age, (55 is the new 35, some say!), Burnaby has four centres dedicated to you. Home to the upcoming BC Seniors Games in 2012, these centres are great spots to meet new friends, take dance and art classes, sing karaoke, sample great food during restaurant outings, and generally have a blast with a fascinating and friendly mix of people. As for staying active, see if anyone can keep up while you join in on exercise classes, table tennis, snooker, bridge, carpet bowling, yoga, badminton, floor curling and much more. In addition, there are bus trips around the lower mainland and beyond, along with drop-in activities, special events, volunteer opportunities, health resources and support groups. Drop by one of our centres today to pick up a Leisure Guide for a full listing of activities and classes you can take part in or visit us online at burnaby.ca/active. With all these exciting opportunities, the only problem will be... which one to choose!

Seniors Centres in Burnaby Bonsor Complex

604-297-4580 | 6550 Bonsor Avenue

Cameron Complex

604-415-3555 | 9523 Cameron Street

Confederation Centre

604-294-1936 | 4585 Albert Street

Edmonds Centre

604-525-1671 | 7282 Kingsway Follow us:

burnaby.ca/active

facebook.com/cityofburnaby @burnabyparksrec

SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y Look better feel great! Have you lost the self-conﬁdence in your smile? Do you think there is something missing in your smile? Are you unsure about treatment options? We have been successfully serving the Lower Mainland since 1983. We offer a full range of quality denture services • Complete Dentures • Partial Dentures • BPS Dentures • Implant Dentures • Immediate Dentures • Relines & Repairs.

TRASK DENTURE CLINIC MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER FILE

Warren Trask, RD

4616 Imperial St, Burnaby 604-437-7916

CALL TODAY FOR YOUR COMPLIMENTARY, NO OBLIGATION CONSULTATION.

All Nursing Services Foot Care by Nurse Live-in Caregiver Meal Preparation

Bob Rutherford takes such good care of his garden, he even protects some of his prized flowers from direct sunlight with umbrellas. Bob and his wife Virginia entered their flowers and vegetables into competition at the South Burnaby Garden Club’s fall fair for 30 years, before recently giving up their garden to move into a senior’s residence.

Housekeeping Personal Care Companionship and more...

Veterans Accepted • ICBC Claims Accepted

ted

For a FREE assessment call 604-945-5005 945-5005 www.safecarehomesupport.ca

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HOSPITALS AND AMBULANCE SERVICE

Equipment (canes, crutches, raised toilet seats, bath boards, bedpans, wheelchairs, walkers, etc.) is available for up to 3 months.

BURNABY HOSPITAL

SUPPORT SERVICES

604-434-4211 www.fraserhealth.ca

FRASER NORTH LIFELINE OF FRASER HEALTH 604-517-8617 www.lifeline.ca Provides a personal medical alarm response system designed for individuals living at home with medical conditions. Help available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Reasonable fee.

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES BCIT/TECHNOLOGY FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING 604-326-0175 www.bcits.org Help with electronic control of things in the home, such as lights, television, telephone. This service is for severely disabled persons. The equipment is loaned to qualified applicants.

THE CANADIAN RED CROSS SOCIETY EQUIPMENT LOAN SERVICE 604-522-7092 or 604-709-6600

BURNABY SENIORS OUTREACH SERVICES SOCIETY 604-291-2258 105-2101 Holdom Ave. www.bsoss.org Nonprofit society dedicated to promoting the well-being of seniors through the support of their peers. Provides outreach and information and referral services to seniors. Programs include Seniors Peer Counselling, Counselling Skills Training, and support to caregivers.

PHONE BUDDIES PROGRAM 604-294-7980 Provided by the City of Burnaby, Citizen Support Services. Volunteers call clients to visit with them over the phone. They can call every day or occasionally, for a friendly conversation and to make sure everything is okay.

VOLUNTEER VISITOR PROGRAM 604-294-7980 Provided by the City of Burnaby, Citizen Support Services. One to one visits are made in the client’s home to provide companionship for isolated or lonely seniors and people with disabilities.

Freedom

— to enjoy your community 4 Friendly, Helpful Companion 4 Safe, Reliable Assistance 4 Reasonable Rates Wayne Temoin, OWNER/OPERATOR

604-783-2965 • wayne@drivingmissdaisy.net | www.drivingmissdaisy.net

SENIORS RETIREMENT COMMUNITY

Live Life to the Fullest The independence you want with the services you need 649 - 8th Avenue, New Westminster, B.C.

For information or to book a tour please call Debbie Clarke at:

604.524.6100 w w w. t h o r n e b r i d g e . c a

23 HOME SERVICES GROCERIES DAIRYLAND HOME SERVICE 1-800-667-1228 or 604-421-4603 www.morethanmilk.ca

SHOP-BY-PHONE GROCERY PROGRAM 604-294-7980 Provided by City of Burnaby and Citizen Support Services. If you are elderly or have a disability, you can order groceries by phone. A volunteer will do the shopping at a local supermarket, and the store will deliver it C.O.D.

SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y HOME ADJUSTMENTS REHABILITATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (R.R.A.P.) 1-800-465-4911 www.seniorsbc.ca/housing/homeowner Helps seniors with low income to pay for changes in their homes. (for example, ramps, handrails, easy-to-reach work and storage areas, press-down door handles, grab bars and seats for the bath or shower.)

MEALS BURNABY MEALS ON WHEELS 604-299-5778 Ext. 23 www.mealsonwheels-burnaby.com Volunteers deliver meals to the homes of Burnaby residents who are unable or have difficulty cooking due to age, illness, or disability.

REPAIRS

Making lives better one visit at a time.

SENIOR CITIZENSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; REPAIR SERVICES 604-529-1100 Seniors or people with disabilities who live in their own homes or apartments can get plumbing, electrical, painting, minor repairs, wallpapering and some gardening done. The work is guaranteed. There is a charge for materials and transportation, and a small amount for labour.

BURNABY, NEW WESTMINSTER & TRI CITIES

Call 604-268-6262 www.nursenextdoor.com

SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y

MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER FILE

The team of volunteers co-ordinated by executive director Darlene Gering, centre, to be the board of directors for the 2012 BC Senior Games is already hard at work for the event in Burnaby this summer.

RELAX THE BACK

specializing in products that are all about getting comfortable, feeling better and living well. Zero-Gravity Recliner with lift assist

Cybertech Adjustable Back Brace

Come see why so many doctors recommend us to their patients.

feel better, work better, live better 5172 Kingsway (@Royal Oak), Burnaby • 604-432-1442 • www.relaxtheback.com • relaxtheback53@shaw.ca

VANCOUVER 604.875.8590 | BRENTWOOD 604.298.3344 LOUGHEED 604.421.3456 | SURREY 604.584.4434 | NEW WESTMINSTER 604.525.1414

Old-- fashioned personal service where people still answer the phone.

SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y

HOUSING INFORMATION

BC HOUSING MANAGEMENT COMMISSION

AFFORDABLE HOUSING SOCIETY

604-433-2218 www.bchousing.org Subsidized housing is available for seniors who are 55 years or older, families with a minimum of two people, urban singles or people with special needs who live independently and qualify for a disability pension, or cannot work because of a disability. You must be a BC resident and have a gross household income below a yearly amount, set by CMHC.

Chaffey Lane 604-521-0818 Ridgelawn Gardens 604-521-0818 www.affordablehsg.com

Hear better, live better Our team is here to help you every step of the way! Is it getting harder and harder to hear what people are saying? If you are having difficulty hearing conversations — it’s time to get your hearing tested. Visit a Sears Hearing Centre near you to talk to one of our experienced professionals about finding a solution to fit your needs and lifestyle. ¹Djg Äghi eg^dgîn ^h id bV`Z hjgZ ZVX] Xa^Zci ^h Vi ZVhZ lZVg^c\ i]Z V^Yh VcY i]Zc lZ iZVX] i]Zb ]dl id jhZ i]Zb egdeZgan#º

BC NON-PROFIT HOUSING ASSOCIATION 604-291-2600 www.bcnpha.ca

CONGREGATE HOUSING If you are a senior, you can rent an apartment where you can get help with house cleaning and be served meals in a dining area. The following buildings in Burnaby have these services: Abbeyfield House Burnaby 604-205-9350 Amica at Rideau Manor 604-291-1792

NON-PROFIT SENIORS’ HOUSING Call today to book a hearing test at one of our three convenient locations!

Apartments for seniors and/or people with disabilities. If you are 55 years or older and you qualify, the society makes sure that the rent will not be more than 30% of your income.

— Stuart Lloyd and Anita Prizmic

In Burnaby non-profit societies look after these buildings:

PLACE

13 years in a row

NEWBurnaby SLEA DER

Metrotown Centre 604.434.2070 )FBSJOH $FOUSF

Guildford Town Centre 604.583.1316

Coquitlam Town Centre 604.464.8090

North Burnaby: • Salishan (seniors only - not for disabled) 604-421-1466 • Seton Villa 604-291-0607 www.setonvilla.com • Swedish Canadian Manor 604-420-3222 continued on page 30

Memorable. Inclusive. Sustainable. | Celebrating 25 years

August 21 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 25, 2012 Celebrating 25 years of seniors sportsmanship

Get involved

Burnaby is proud to host the 25th anniversary of the BC Seniors Games from August 21 to 25, 2012. The BC Seniors Games is the largest multi-sport event in the province, providing an opportunity for all BC Seniors age 55 and over, to compete in an organized sport, recreation and cultural event that promotes individual achievement and community pride. To celebrate this silver anniversary, we look forward to hosting the most memorable, inclusive and sustainable BC Seniors Games ever!

Burnaby will welcome over 4,000 participants in over 26 different activities from Track & Field to Whist and involve 2,000 volunteers during the 2012 BC Seniors Games.

www.2012bcseniorsgames.org

info@2012bcseniorsgames.org

There are a variety of ways to get involved and make an impact. We are seeking corporate sponsors and volunteers who are interested in embracing the spirit of healthy and active seniors. Contact us today to find out how you can get involved.

Events include: Q Ice Curling Q Archery Q Ice Hockey Q Badminton Q Lawn Bowling Q Bocce Q One-Act-Play Q Bridge Q Pickleball Q Carpet Bowling Q Slo-Pitch Q Cribbage Q Snooker Q Cycling Q Soccer Q Darts Q Swimming Q Dragon Boats Q Table Tennis Q Five-Pin Bowling Q Tennis Q Floor Curling Q Track and Field Q Golf Q Whist Q Horseshoes

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Giving Hope Today

for you

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Seniors are the heart of the community

Peter Julian, MP Burnaby-New Westminster 7615 6th Street Burnaby, BC V3N 3M6 604-775-5707 peter.julian.c1@parl.gc.ca www.peterjulian.ca Kennedy Stewart, MP Burnaby-Douglas 4658 Hastings Street Burnaby, BC V5C 2K5 604-291-8863 kennedy.stewart@parl.gc.ca www.kennedystewart.ca

Kathy Corrigan, MLA Burnaby-Deer Lake 150 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5172 Kingsway Burnaby, BC V5H 2E8 604-775-2414 Kathy.Corrigan.MLA@leg.bc.ca www.kathycorrigan.ca

Raj Chouhan, MLA Burnaby-Edmonds 5234 Rumble St Burnaby, BC V5J 2B6 604-660-7301 Raj.Chouhan.MLA@leg.bc.ca www.rajchouhan.ca

SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y

MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER

Seniors at the Confederation seniors centre participate in a weekly session of gentle exercise to encourage fitness and social interaction.

Creating a beautiful smile to last a lifetime • TEETH WHITENING • INVISALIGN • VENEERS • INLAYS/ONLAYS • BONDING • ROOT CANALS • CROWNS

Smile Dental Group

www.smiledentalgroup.ca

604.433.7444 7575 Market Crossing, Burnaby

SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y Non ProÀt Seniors Housing continued

South Burnaby: • Catherine Anne Court 604-433-2218 www.reddoorhousing.org • Concordia Court 604-436-1225 • Dania Home (care facility) 604-299-2414 • Dania Lodge/Carl Mortensen Manor (independent living) 604-299-2250

Do you want to improve your functional & ﬁtness abilities?

• Dania Manor (assisted living) 604-299-1370 • Fairhaven 604-435-0525 • Finnish Manor 604-434-2666 www.finncarebc.ca • Kingsway Court (seniors only - not for disabled) 604-434-3724 • New Chelsea Society 604-874-6255 www.newchelsea.ca • Nikkei Seniors’ Health Care and Housing Society 604-777-5000 • New Vista 604-525-3288 Poppy Residence (Legion) 604-568-5563

SENIORS SERVICES SOCIETY 604-520-6621 www.seniorshousing.bc.ca Staff and volunteers give information on low cost housing, and other housing programs in the Lower Mainland. They also give information on other services for seniors.

PUBLIC TRUSTEE Hip or knee replacement? We have a specialized personal trainer who is also a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Therapeutic Recreation is a treatment service offered by qualiﬁed and experienced therapists who use recreational activities and leisure for seniors and individuals with illnesses or disabling conditions to improve or maintain physical, social, mental and emotional well-being.

We offer door-to-door service to enhance the optimal wellness and quality of life of older adults.

Active Lifestyles for Health and Wellness

Contact Jennifer Gilchrist, TR t 604.781.5196 e jen@lifetimeleisure.ca www.lifetimeleisure.ca

PUBLIC GUARDIAN AND TRUSTEE OF BC 604-660-4444 www.trustee.bc.ca Helps people who are not able to look after their own affairs.

ARTS & RECREATION CITY OF BURNABY RECREATION CREDIT PROGRAM www.burnaby.ca 604-320-2227 searchwords: recreation credit Low-income seniors can apply for credits that can be used at any Burnaby Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services facility for programs and admission services. Application forms are available at all Burnaby Parks, Recreation and Cultural Service facilities.

SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y COMMUNITY CENTRES

SWIMMING POOLS

BONSOR RECREATION COMPLEX

604-439-5510 6550 Bonsor Avenue, Burnaby

604-439-1860 6550 Bonsor Avenue, Burnaby

CAMERON RECREATION COMPLEX

C.G. BROWN POOL

604-421-5225 9523 Cameron Street, Burnaby

604-299-9374 3702 Kensington Avenue, Burnaby

CONFEDERATION COMMUNITY CENTRE

EILEEN DAILLY POOL AND FITNESS CENTRE

604-294-1936 4585 Albert Street, Burnaby

604-298-7946 240 Willingdon Avenue, Bby.

EASTBURN COMMUNITY CENTRE

SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS

604-525-5361 7435 Edmonds St., Burnaby

NETWORK OF BURNABY SENIORS (NOBS)

EDMONDS COMMUNITY CENTRE FOR 55 PLUS

604-294-5834 NOBS is a network of seniors organizations, that advocates on issues for seniors.

604-525-1671 7282 Kingsway, Burnaby

OUTINGS FOR THE ELDERLY

WILLINGDON HEIGHTS COMMUNITY CENTRE 604-299-1446 1491 Carleton Avenue, Burnaby

604-294-7980 Provided by the City of Burnaby, Citizen Support Services. Gadabouts bus trips are for housebound seniors and those with disabilities. Volunteer drivers escort clients to and from the bus or event, and also assist on the outings.

Taking care to make you feel comfortable & healthy Our goal is to provide you with the highest level of dental care utilizing the most comfortable, esthetic and advanced techniques.

Smile Dental Group

www.smiledentalgroup.ca

604.433.7444 7575 Market Crossing, Burnaby

ORAL CANCER SCREENING IS PART OF OUR ROUTINE EXAMINATION

SENIORS D I R E C T O R Y

SENIOR CITIZENS’ ORGANIZATIONS

SHOPPING

BC OLD AGE PENSIONERS’ ORGANIZATION

604-294-7980 www.burnaby.ca/citizensupportservices Provided by City of Burnaby, Citizen Support Services. Helps seniors and people with disabilities with their personal shopping at local malls.

SHOPPING BUDDIES PROGRAM

Fred Coates, 604-796-1171 Betty Bolton, 604-936-6300 An advocacy group that talks to government about seniors’ matters. They have branches all over BC. Anyone who wants to work for the welfare of seniors can join.

BC SENIORS ADVOCACY NETWORK (BC SAN) 604-684-8171 ext. 239 www.411seniors.bc.ca (click “special projects” on left banner) Network of seniors’ advocates across the province providing needed supports to seniors in crisis.

COUNCIL OF SENIOR CITIZENS’ ORGANIZATIONS IN BC (COSCO) 604-594-5023 www.coscobc.ca The Provincial Government recognizes this organization as a representative of seniors in BC.

THRIFT SHOPS BURNABY HOSPITAL AUXILIARY THRIFT STORE 604-434-6959 3185 Kingsway

SOUTH BURNABY UNITED CHURCH THRIFT SHOP 604-434-8323 www.sbuc.ca 7591 Gray Avenue (at Rumble), Burnaby

ST. STEPHEN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH THRIFT SHOP 604-421-0472 9887 Cameron St., Burnaby Hours: 3rd Saturday of the month, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Vital Information Program The VIP is a FREE program available to Burnaby residents and has been designed to provide pertinent medical information about your physical or mental condition to personnel in case of an emergency. Each kit contains a plastic container that holds a medical information form, a VIP sticker designed to alert emergency personnel that you are participating in the VIP program and a detailed page of instructions. The VIP program is sponsored by the Burnaby Fire Department, City of Burnaby, Lougheed Town Centre, Life Labs and the Burnaby NewsLeader. Brought to you by the Burnaby Firefighters Charitable Society.

Kits are available at the ffollowing ll Burnaby locations during duri business hours: Burnaby Fire Departments #1 Station - 4867 Sperling Ave. #2 Station - 7578 Edmonds St. #3 Station - 6511 Marlborough Ave. #4 Station - 2326 Duthie Ave. #5 Station - 4211 Hastings St. #6 Station - 3620 Brighton Ave. #7 Station - 3151 Gilmore Diversion

Lougheed Town Centre Customer Service Centre 9855 Austin Avenue Life Labs #302 - 3965 Kingsway 324 South Gilmore Avenue #101A - 4695 Hastings St.

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The Burnaby Horsemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Association has been bringing a pony for a visit to the Finnish Manor seniors home for years, Here Christel Dargel and Muffin, a 24-year-old pony, appear to share a joke during a recent visit.

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CITIZEN SUPPORT SERVICES 604-294-7980 www.burnaby.ca These programs are provided by City of Burnaby, Citizen Support Services. • (Gadabouts) Outings for the Elderly • Lunch Program • Phone Buddy Program • Shop by Phone Grocery Program • Shopping Buddies Program • Volunteer

4279 Norland Ave. 604-299-2414

DANIA LODGE/CARL MORTENSEN MANOR (INDEPENDENT LIVING) (independent living) 4035 Norland Ave. 604-299-2250

DANIA MANOR (ASSISTED LIVING) 4279 Norland Ave. 604-299-1370

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CARE FACILITIES BURNABY Non-profit societies look after these buildings:

CATHERINE ANNE COURT 7273 17th Ave. 604-431-9225 www.reddoorhousing.org

CHELSEA HEIGHTS 204 Alpha Ave. New Chelsea Society 604-874-6255 www.newchelsea.ca

7557 Sussex Ave. 604-435-0525

FINNISH MANOR 3460 Kalyk Ave. 604-434-2666 www.finncarebc.ca

KINGSWAY COURT 5560 Inman Ave. 604-434-3724

NEW VISTA SOCIETY ADULT DAY CARE 7550 Rosewood Street, Burnaby 604-527-6000 ext. 159 www.newvista.bc.ca/adp.htm

CONCORDIA COURT 5550 Beresford Ave. 604-436-1225

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Advertiser Directory Ace of Spades Limousines 604.279.4ACE [4223] 604.780.6652 www.aceofspades.ca .................................................. page 12

City of Burnaby Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Seniors Centres www.burnaby.ca/active .................................................. page 19

Advanced Mobility Unit 101-8620 Glenlyon Pkwy, Burnaby 1.800.665.4442 www.advancedmobility.ca .................................................... page 2

Cobbett & Cotton 300-410 Carleton Ave. at Hastings St., Burnaby 604.299.6251 www.cobbett-cotton.com ........................................... page 5, 7, 9

Amica at Rideau Manor 1850 Rosser Ave., Burnaby 604.291.1792 www.amica.ca ................................................. page 11 BC Seniors Games www.2012bcseniorgames.org Get involved! info@2012bcseniorgames.org ................................................. page 27 Bathfitter 8620 Glenlyon Parkway#106, Burnaby (at corner of Marine Way) 604.944.4884 or 1.888.378.8655 www.BathFitterVancouver.com ................................................... page 6 Beltone on Hastings 3776 Hastings St., Burnaby 604-569-1162 www.beltoneonhastings.com ................................................. page 31 Burnaby Firefighters Charitable Society 604.434.1717 www.burnabyfirefighters.com .................................................. page 34 Burnaby Hearing Centre 605-4980 Kingsway, Burnaby 604.432.6696 www.burnabyhearingcentre.com ................................................. page 39 Chrysalis Dental Centre #406 4603 Kingsway, Burnaby 604.439.8885 www.implantmagic.com www.bitesinstitute.com .................................................. page 35

Driving Miss Daisy 604.783.2965 wayne@drivingmissdaisy.net www.drivingmissdaisy.net ....................................... page 3, 14, 21 Elign Laser Health 102-3823 Henning Drive, Burnaby 604.293.2273 www.elign.com/laser ....................................... page 4, 13, 18 Harmony Court Estate 7197 Canada Way (at Edmonds), Burnaby 604.527.3323 www.agecare.ca ................................................. page 40 GVC Credit Union Brentwood Office 1801 Willingdon Ave, Burnaby 604.298.3344 www.gvccu.com .................................................. page 25 GVC Credit Union Lougheed Office 9608 Cameron St, Burnaby 604.421.3456 www.gvccu.com .................................................. page 25 Lifetime Leisure 604.781.5196 jen@lifetimeleisure.ca www.lifetimeleisure.ca .................................................. page 30 Mulberry 7230 Acorn Avenue, Burnaby 604.526.2248 www.themulberry.ca .................................................... page 8

NDP .................................................. page 28 New Vista Society 7550 Rosewood St., Burnaby 604.521.7764 www.newvista.bc.ca ................................................. page 15 Nurse Next Door Burnaby, New Westminster & Tri Cities 604.268.6262 www.nursenextdoor.com ................................................. page 23 The Rehab Shop 1124 Boundary Rd., Burnaby 604.434.8300 or 1.800.309.1099 www.therehabshop.com ................................................. page 16 Relax The Back 5172 Kingsway, Burnaby 604.432.1442 www.relaxtheback.com ..................................... page 17, 24, 37 Safecare Home Support 604.945.5005 www.safecarehomesupport.ca ..................................... page 20, 33, 36 Sears Hearing Centre Metrotown Centre, Burnaby 604.434.2070 ................................................. page 26 Smile Dental Group 7575 Market Crossing, Burnaby 604.433.7444 www.smiledentalgroup.ca ..................................... page 10, 29, 32 Thornebridge Gardens 649-8th Ave., New Westminster 604.524.6100 www.thornebridge.ca ................................................. page 22 Trask Denture Clinic 4616 Imperial St., Burnaby 604.437.7916 ................................................. page 20

Burnaby Hearing Centre Signs of Hearing Loss People sound like they mumble or they are not clear Hard to follow conversation in a noisy restaurant or a crowded room Difﬁculty understanding some people on the phone

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604 • 432• 6696 Lori Cunningham, MA, RAUD

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Burnaby Hearing Centre Inc. www.burnabyhearingcentre.com

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