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A look at new uses for Bonsor space Seniors centre to move to new facility, to vacate 3,200 square feet at rec centre Wanda Chow
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Vancouver artist Holly Schmidt checks the progress of the heirloom gardens she’s cultivating near the Burnaby Art Gallery as part of her art installation, The Moveable Feast.
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Some artists use vegetables as models for still life sketches and paintings. Holly Schmidt’s art is vegetables. Since May, the Vancouver artist has been planting, cultivating and now harvesting heirloom vegetables like atomic red carrots, Easter egg radishes, blue Russian potatoes and lemon cucumbers in large wooden container gardens near the Burnaby Art Gallery. The Moveable Feast is her project to engage passersby and visitors to
explore issues like urban farming, food production and consumption. Besides tending to her crops, Schmidt is also hosting a series of gardening workshops for youth and adults as well as three edible events that will give participants a chance to taste the bounty of her garden. And while it may seem odd to think of a garden as a work of art, the gallery’s public programmer, Shaun Dacey, says it’s not a great stretch. “Art creates dialogue,” says Dacey. “For us it’s about bringing in projects that engage with the public.” In fact, it was a similar garden
project Schmidt had planted last year at False Creek in Vancouver, near the Olympic Village, that piqued his own curiosity and got him thinking about the origins of the food in his own fridge. As Schmidt weeds and prunes every Wednesday afternoon from 1-3 p.m., and irregularly through the rest of the week, visitors ambling through Deer Lake Park pause, curious about what she’s doing. Some snap photos. Some ask questions or offer gardening advice. Some share stories about their own gardens.
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Which is exactly the point, says Schmidt. “They’re a little surprised that it’s art. But they start to think about it as art because it does inspire dialogue,” says Schmidt. “It makes sense in an interdisciplinary way. There’s also an aesthetic aspect to gardening.” For a while though, that aesthetic seemed an impossible goal as persistent rain and cold through spring made for a slow start to the growing season. Please see EATINg, A5
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The City of Burnaby is looking at potential new uses for space at Bonsor Recreation Complex when the seniors centre vacates it late next year. That’s when the Bonsor seniors centre will be moving into a purpose-built, 8,200-square-foot facility next to the Chancellor at Metrotown highrise residential development at Bennett Street and Nelson Avenue, on the former Kal Tire site. The developer, Polygon, is building the two-storey facility as a community amenity in exchange for bonus density the city granted for the condo project. The move, in the fall of 2013 at the earliest, will free up about 3,300 square feet on the upper floor of Bonsor and the parks and recreation department will spend about $150,000 to redesign the space. see FREED up, A4
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Olympic rowers rave about Burnaby Lake First designated rowing centre for Canada: coach Wanda Chow
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A small crowd gathered at Burnaby Lake last Thursday to watch the Canadian Olympic rowing teams go through the paces as they trained in preparation for the London Games later this month. The sun had finally emerged from its early summer slumber and there was nothing but a gentle breeze and birds to distract the highly tuned athletes. After coming out of the water and, as his rowers obliged with autographs on posters and T-shirts for a half dozen teenaged fans, Mike Spracklen, coach of the men’s eights, was asked by a NewsLeader reporter how Burnaby Lake compared to other training facilities they’ve used. Spracklen didn’t hesitate. “Well it’s by far the best anywhere. Nowhere in Canada is there a designated rowing centre. We are the only country in the world, up until Burnaby was here, that doesn’t have a designated rowing centre. Even the developing countries have a training facility for rowing. Canada doesn’t—until Burnaby. “We share our water on Elk Lake [in Victoria] with powerboaters, waterskiers, fishermen, universities, colleges, masters you name it, they’re out on the lake and we go in and out and we thread our way through them to do our training. No other country has to do that so we welcome coming here, this has been
a blessing, yes.� The two days they trained at Burnaby Lake gave them a taste of what their main competition— the British, Americans, Germans, Australians and Italians—enjoy year round, he said. “At least we get it for two days.� It was quite an endorsement for Burnaby Lake, the site of a $20.5-million dredging project, cost-shared between Burnaby city hall and the province, which was completed last year. Malcolm Howard, a gold medallist with the men’s eights at the Beijing Olympics in 2008, and captain of this year’s team, recalled being on Burnaby Lake in 2007. “It was rowable but there wasn’t a lot of water to use,� said Howard. “There was a small strip of water you could row on but you couldn’t row an eight here ... There was just so much growth [of vegetation].� Howard returned last year shortly after dredging was completed. “I couldn’t believe the change. It was just so much nicer and there’s open water we could use, and coming here now, close to the Games, it’s been perfect. There are no other courses in the world that are anything like this.� Burnaby Lake has been good preparation for the course they’ll face at the London Games, which run July 27 to Aug. 12. Andrew Byrnes, also a returning gold medal winner in the men’s eights, called the 2,000metre course “a perfect simulation of what we C
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go through when we’re overseas competing.� Unlike Elk Lake, there are no motorboats allowed, and it’s fairly sheltered by the trees. “It makes for pretty calm, flat water, which is really excellent, it’s the best for training and racing.� Through a partnership with the Burnaby Lake Rowing Club, the lake is now a National Development Centre for Rowing Canada. “I think it’s going to be a great centre for up-and-coming athletes and into the next Olympics I can definitely see one or two boats coming here, using this as a permanent site,� said Howard, who personally thanked Burnaby Mayor Derek Corrigan Thursday for the city’s dredging efforts. While it was all music to
Corrigan’s ears, he stressed the dredging was done for environmental reasons “to preserve the lake for posterity� after years of
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Staff are currently analyzing the space and the centre’s needs before an architect begins work in the fall figuring out how to accommodate those needs, said Wendy Scott, Burnaby’s assistant director of recreation. Bonsor is 115,000 square feet in total, including the pool and the space used by the South Burnaby Metro Club. It’s heavily used, so the freed up area is a “great opportunity,” said Scott, who stressed they’ll be looking for the most flexible uses of the space. Options being considered include using the space to offer
programs that have proven highly popular at other centres, such as the cycling studio at Cameron Rec Centre, that require dedicated space, she said. Other needs include additional room for popular offerings such as zumba classes and table tennis and small spaces for music lessons. Social space and a springwood floor for fitness classes and dances are also ideas being tossed about based on patron feedback. The architect will look into the costs of different options and the technical aspects. For instance, Scott said, if the space is used for physical activity,
they’ll have to figure out how to provide air conditioning since the current HVAC system is not capable of accommodating another 2,000 square feet, the amount of space required for fitness or dance activities. Once the studies determine what makes sense and what the city can afford, open houses will be held for public input, late this fall, she said. As for the seniors centre, its more than 2,000 members will continue to use the main Bonsor rec centre for its more active programs, but the new, larger space on Bennett Street will allow it to expand its programming.
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“The cool and the wet has created some challenges,” says Schmidt, who doesn’t use pesticides or herbicides and feeds her plants with natural fertilizers and worm compost. But with temperatures warming up, Schmidt’s garden is beginning to reap crops. The five varieties of tomatoes are climbing, the tendrils on her bean plants are curling skyward, the leaves on her squash plants are spreading wide, and her grains are robust. As she digs up radishes and beets, she’s only too happy to share them with visitors. Some of the harvest will be used in the edible events. and some will be donated to the food bank. “Eating is one of the best parts of gardening,” says Schmidt, smiling. “It gives us a chance to explore the aspects of taste and how we satisfy them.” Which is just fine with Dacey. “It’s the dream of a gallery to have something so accessible that anyone can interact with,” he says. “And I like all the food.”
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Labour pains not over yet The provincial government is holding its breath these days, having settled contract negotiations with all but a few public sector unions and stayed the course on net zero. But how long can it keep up this magician’s act? At some point, organized labour, led perhaps by a tag-team of the B.C. Government and Service Employees Union and B.C. nurses, will stage a mass revolt against the no-raise, cupboard-is-bare philosophy. Some months ago, the province gave public sector employers such as post-secondary institutions the opportunity to receive modest wage increases, if the employer was able to find equivalent savings somewhere else in its operation. But increases in government grants to such bodies in recent years – they’re still playing catch-up from previously slashed funding – have done little more than match increases in operating expenses. Therefore, finding savings has become a little like finding a needle in a haystack. One of the province’s largest unions, the B.C. Government and Services Employees Union, even sought ways to save the government money to cover off modest wage increases for its members. But that doesn’t mean they’re in a conciliatory mood. The BCGEU’s one-day strike earlier this month at the Liquor Distribution Branch in Victoria, held to protest any future privatization of that service, was a minor flexing of its muscle. More telling may have been the union’s stepping away from mediation at the bargaining table with the province, stating that no progress had been made in negotiations. They could be the wolf at the door for the lame-duck Liberals. Despite not having gone on a full strike for 20 years, the BCGEU still wields clout, as no one wants government services to shut down. While unions must be reasonable in their wage demands at this time, government needs to begin to offer some modest incentives for the people who work for them.
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Nuggets from Barlee’s gold pan Shortly after word came of the death of B.C. historian and politician Bill Barlee, my wife searched through her seemingly endless trove of B.C. books and produced half a dozen of his original self-published quarterlies, known as Canada West magazine. The earliest one is Winter 1970, where the publisher’s note advises that subscription rates were increasing 20 cents per year to $2.95. Subscriptions were up to more than 1,600 and counter sales were increasing, but costs were also up and Barlee refused to accept either display advertising or U.S. subscriptions. The only colour pages in the issue are high-quality prints of four majestic paintings commissioned for the magazine. Irvine Adams’ scenes of sacred aboriginal sites in the OkanaganSimilkameen include The Gateway to Inkameep, where Barlee remarks: “Today that stream which once teemed with redfish no longer surrenders its once-valued harvest and the perimeter of the desert is gradually being eroded by man’s
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questionable progress.” With the typography of Old West wanted posters, Barlee provided tightly sourced accounts of B.C.’s legends. “Lost gold mine at Pitt Lake” analyzes and adds to earlier accounts that begin with an aboriginal miner known as Slumach, who would periodically arrive in New Westminster to squander a small fortune in gold, then disappear up the remote tidal lake. Slumach was hanged for murder in 1891 and in the next 70 years, 11 more men would die trying to find his secret. A scientist as well as a storyteller, Barlee concluded that the area’s geology is wrong and the fabled gold-laden creek “probably does not exist.” A passion for prospecting runs through the magazines, and hints at Barlee’s aversion to treasure-
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seeking Americans. They overran B.C. in historic waves to take gold, and according to Nelson Star reporter Greg Nesteroff, Barlee believed they continued to loot Canadian heritage sites. Nesteroff was inspired by Barlee’s work, and traced his lonely mission to restore the ghost town of Sandon, “the mining capital of the Silvery Slocan.” Barlee bought a surviving block of buildings in an effort to make Sandon another Barkerville, but heavy snow collapsed them. As tourism minister, Barlee found money to build replicas, and construction began on three. But Barlee lost his Penticton seat to Bill Barisoff in the 1996 election, and today only halfbuilt shells remain. “He was still selling Sandon’s restoration as an economic saviour for the region when he ran for federal office in 2000,” Nesteroff writes. “But by then he was ridiculed for it, and finished a distant second.” Barlee’s 1972 Canada West
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profile of the boomtown of Hedley would resonate in his career as an NDP MLA and cabinet minister in the 1990s. Hedley’s Nickel Plate and Mascot mines produced fortunes in gold, silver and copper before they played out, and Barlee led the fight to preserve their history. Today you can tour the Mascot mine, a proud historical site with a spectacular climb up the rock face that serves as the Grouse Grind of the B.C. desert. I first discovered Barlee as a reporter at the Kelowna Capital News in the early 1980s, when he did a weekly history show on CHBC television called Gold Trails and Ghost Towns. A barebones studio affair with tales and artifacts displayed for host Mike Roberts, the show lasted a decade. Barlee didn’t lack courage, quitting a teaching career in Trail and Penticton in 1969 to start his magazine. On subscription fees and a few classified ads, he built a life’s work that allowed him to walk the boardwalks of history and the halls of power.
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Burnaby one of most diverse cities on Earth Forty years ago, on July 1, 1972, a young man landed in Canada for the first time. The airline lost his luggage, but he found his home. That young man was my dad (or so he became four years later). His journey began on June 22, when he left India for Hong Kong. He stayed there a week. He then went to Tokyo. He stayed two days. Honolulu, one day. San Francisco, changed planes. Seattle, changed again. Until a small plane brought him to Victoria on Canada Day. And the rest, as they say, is history. It’s the familiar immigrant story of Burnaby’s past and, as was beautifully on display at Ron McLean Park this Canada Day, it’s the increasingly multicultural reality of Burnaby’s present. As Mayor Derek Corrigan said on stage, 51 per cent of Burnaby residents today were born outside of Canada (including five of nine on city council and three of seven on the board of education). Over 100 languages are represented in Burnaby schools, making ours one of the most diverse communities on Earth. This is our strength. This is our global advantage. When MLA Kathy Corrigan
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asked for a show of hands of all those who were born elsewhere, there were white hands that went up (like that of nervous Italian football fan, Councillor Pietro Calendino), and brown hands that stayed down (like those of my son and I), and vice versa. One raised hand, in particular, that caught my eye was the black leather glove of Chief Superintendent Dave Critchley of the Burnaby RCMP. After the speeches, I took the opportunity to talk with Chief Critchley in his Red Serge. He
proudly shared his family’s military roots in the British Army, and how that in turn led them to India and what is now Pakistan. When Chief Critchley was stationed in Afghanistan, he had the chance to visit Pakistan and try to track down some remnants of his family’s heritage. In the end, I learned that the chief was actually born in France. Of course, I should have guessed there would be a surprise ending (or should I say beginning?). Later in the afternoon, he
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joined me and hundreds of others at the Burnaby Village Museum, before we walked across the street towards the largest Canadian flag we had seen all day: the giant red and white Maple Leaf adorning the front of the Al-Salaam Mosque and Education Centre on—where else?—Canada Way. Indeed, whether it’s my dad’s or the chief’s, the 51 per cent or the 49 per cent, all our journeys converge to make up the Canadian way ... eh? Harman Pandher Trustee Burnaby Board of Education
EvErything old is nEw again Is anyone getting a sense of déjà vu here? We’re part way through a BC Liberal term in office, the teachers are in open revolt against the government, and Christy Clark is promoting her brand new anti-bullying program. It’s 2012 now, but it seems our premier is fighting last decade’s battles, and the scars they left her and her government. This brings us to the ERASE strategy the premier announced last month in Surrey, as her new remedy against bullying and the fulfillment of her promise to the
queer community. The policy includes an assortment of non-descript ideas that are designed to sound as unobjectionable as possible, while providing the illusion of actually accomplishing something. What’s more interesting is that there isn’t anything new; the material’s been done before either by the BCTF, or by Premier Clark herself. The new ERASE strategy promises “new online resources for parents” and the old Safe Schools Strategy promised a “list of resources related to school safety.” Both strategies also include clear demands for uniform changes to each district’s code of conduct, new means of reporting bullying anonymously and a generic policy to create provincial advisory committees. The premier is stuck in a time warp. She had a chance to present a genuine change in policy that would seriously address the concerns of students, particularly those in the queer community and other minority groups. Instead it’s another Christy Moment; rounds of applause for announcing the past as new again. Trevor Ritchie Burnaby
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Most young men just want to bury the memories of their shy and awkward teenage years, crushing on the unattainable girl, painful party moments, angstridden conversations. Grant Walker’s turned his into music. As Walker and his band, Halfway to Hollywood, build an audience and forge a reputation by playing all-ages shows around Halfway to Hollywood, which focuses on an upbeat sound, will perform Friday night at the Burnaby Winter Club. Metro Vancouver and soon a cross-country tour that will take them as far as Montreal, they’re discovering the Walker, 23. they’ve crafted enough songs more things change, the more While audiences at shows for an EP to be released in they stay the same. they played in bars seemed January. Walker teamed up with a little indifferent, younger In the meantime, they’re bassist Brenden White and crowds at venues like Tom Lee’s working hard to expand their drummer Roman Zugaraza last Music Hall and Sande’s Lounge fan base. year. Though his own musical at the Burnaby Winter Club That means hitting the tastes tilt towards tunes with really seemed to connect with social media like Twitter and a darker, more sullen sound songs like “Speechless.” Facebook to interact with like grunge, he and his mates “Good music should be for fans and even selling tickets to wanted to create a more upbeat, anyone,” says Walker. “There upcoming shows at SkyTrain positive sound. shouldn’t be any barriers.” stations. And give voice to some of Their enthusiasm has “We’re connecting with our the universal experiences of propelled the band to see how fans,” says Walker. growing up. far their music will take them. “We talk to them directly and “There’s enough stuff in the Between juggling practice, we can see what they’re talking world to bring you down,” says jobs, school and girlfriends, about with their friends.” It’s been a pretty steep learning curve, Walker says. And it hasn’t come without sacrifice. “You can’t really have a stable life outside the band,” says Walker. “You can’t go to grad school or launch a career, and your girlfriend has to be really understanding.” But when they’re playing on stage and their audience is responding, there’s nothing else they’d rather be doing. “It’s what we’ve wanted to do for as long as we can remember,” says Walker.
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Siberian smoke hits us Jeff Nagel Black Press
Haze in the air over Metro Vancouver is being blamed on smoke wafting across the Pacific from huge wildfires in Siberia. The smoke rising in Asia soars thousands of feet in the atmosphere and then is being carried here by air currents before being forced closer to ground level by the same high pressure system that brought the hot clear weather his past weekend. “We have perfect conditions right now where it’s being transported right to B.C. and then that smoke is being drawn down to the surface,”
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Witnesses sought Burnaby RCMP are seeking witnesses to a collision involving a cyclist and a motorist on June 21. The collision happened just before 9 a.m. when the cyclist, who was crossing Boundary Road at Still Creek Avenue, was struck by a northbound motorist. The motorist stopped, provided first aid, and called for an ambulance. British Columbia Ambulance Service took the cyclist to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The driver is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed the incident is asked to contact Const. Young of the Traffic Section at 604-294-7922 Ext 5014.
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Simple ways to protect your bones GET CALCIUM AND VITAMIN D
As men and women age, many take steps to improve their overall health. These steps can be as simple as cutting back on dinner portions or as signicant as joining a gym and committing to an exercise regimen. One of the best things men and women can do to improve their health, as well as their quality of life, as they age is to protect their bones. Though some are aware of the importance of protecting their bones, which weaken as the aging process progresses, leaving older adults susceptible to fractures, many might not know that protecting their bones is quite simple. What’s more, many of the roughly two million bone fractures caused by osteoporosis, a medical condition in which the bones become brittle from loss of tissue, are preventable. Men and women who heed the following tips to help protect their bones can reduce their risk of fractures as they age.
including age, weight, height and your medical history. FRAX(R) models give a 10-year probability of fracture, which can help prevent injuries down the road for those people whose risk might not be immediate. The National Osteoporosis Foundation recommends all women begin receiving bone density screenings at age 65. However, women with additional risk factors, including smokers, those with low weight or a thin frame, family history of osteoporosis, late onset of menstrual periods, and a history of anorexia or bulimia, should consult Exercise is an excellent way to protect your bones. their physician about A bone density screening can screenings regardless of assess your bone health, while their age. FRAX(R), an online tool developed GET OUT AND EXERCISE VISIT YOUR PHYSICIAN by the World Health Organization, Few people might know that Exercise is another great way to evaluates a individual’s risk of bone health is actually measurable. protect your bones. fracture based on a host of factors, Calcium and vitamin D promote bone health, and many people are aware of those effects. However, a 2005 study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology found that 52 percent of postmenopausal women on osteoporosis treatment had insufcient levels of vitamin D, despite being told by their doctors to take both vitamin D and calcium. If your diet does not include adequate vitamin D, which can be found in fortied dairy products, egg yolks, and sh, then vitamin D supplements can help meet your needs. Calcium can be found in a variety of products, including fortied cereals and juices, dark leafy greens like broccoli, almonds and a host of dairy products.
Unless you suddenly embrace competitive weightlifting, exercise won’t increase your bone density, but it will help you maintain the bone density you already have. Something as simple as walking can help maintain bone density, as can other weight-bearing activities like jogging. Cardiovascular weight-bearing activities can be coupled with strength training, which recent studies have found may improve bone mineral density, something that could delay the onset of osteoporosis and reduce your risk of fracture. A gym will likely have all of the strength-training materials you will need, but you can also purchase some hand weights or additional resistance training products to ensure your bones are getting adequate exercise. Consult a physician before beginning an exercise regimen, especially if you have recently had a fracture. More information about protection your bones is available
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A: When an elderly person lands TIPS FOR A HEALTHY in hospital, I have found the most RECOVERY important thing you can do is to Be their advocate with the be an advocate and monitor them hospital doctors and closely. nurses. Once an Ask all of your immediate health questions and don’t crisis is over, people be shy. If you are are usually moved not available, or nd to a medical unit Wendy Scott the role stressful, or transitional unit, nd someone who where they may can be there for you and take stay for several weeks while they notes so that you don’t miss out on rehabilitate and recover. This is the critical time for family valuable information or the plan of care. or other advocates to be involved. Be there as often as possible. Here’s why. Having family or a hired caregiver Preventable drug-related errors visit daily is important for happen. Preventable diagnostic monitoring care, and any changes or therapeutic errors happen. in health conditions. Communication problems due Ensure that your loved one is to deafness happen. Chronic
getting enough to eat and drink, and are doing the required rehabilitation activities as set out in their care plan. Without encouragement and monitoring you will often see a loss of strength and mobility during their hospital stay. This can result in health decline and delays in discharge. When your loved one is discharged, get clear instructions from the hospital team. They should include prescriptions, medication instructions, home support needed, and when they should see their family physician or specialist. Consider arranging one-to-one home care for a week or two after they come home. Even one visit can make a difference, especially for people with chronic health conditions (congestive heart failure, diabetes, lung conditions). Having a home-based visit
CHOICEquotes Research shows people recover better and faster at home. Seniors are vulnerable to hospital-acquired infections so the sooner they get home, the better.
from a registered nurse and/or pharmacist can reduce stress and anxiety, and can signicantly reduce readmissions to the emergency department, length of hospital stays, and even deaths. Work with the hospital team to get your loved one out of hospital as quickly as possible. Research shows people recover better and faster at home. Seniors are vulnerable to hospital-acquired infections so the sooner they get home, the better. Be aware of options for home-based care (fresh meals, socialization, health and medication monitoring, physiotherapy, medication reviews, range of
motion exercises, certied foot care, nursing care, home support, etc.) that is available from community home health (arranged through hospital discharge teams) and private home care (ask for a list of private providers). A successful recovery is based on support. Remember that early intervention makes all the difference. Wendy J. Scott (RN, BScN, MA) is the owner and director of human resources of Nurse Next Door’s Burnaby/New Westminster/TriCities ofce. Reach her at 604-268-6262 or wendy@nursenextdoorburnaby.com.
Thinking of downsizing but not sure what to do with your things? Join Amica at Rideau Manor for our Community Garage Sale. Saturday, July 21st, 2012 - 11:00 am to 3:00 pm The Residents of Amica at Rideau Manor will be hosting a community garage sale with all proceeds going directly to the HELPING HANDS Community Program. The program raises funds to help seniors in the neighbourhood who may have otherwise been forgotten. Please join us for an afternoon of entertainment, BBQ and the chance to find new treasures for your home. We also invite guests to donate any items they no longer need to be sold at the garage sale. Come for an afternoon of fun for a great charity! A professional downsizer will be on site all day to answer any questions you may have about your next steps. If you are wishing to donate any items please contact Amy Rauscher at Amica at Rideau Manor 604.291.1792. All items must be donated by July 20th, 2012. Please RSVP by contacting Amy Rauscher at 604.291.1792.
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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.grad1962@ gmail.com.
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Century House/Uptown Artists’ Drop-In: Has your usual painting/art group shut-down for the summer? Come join us! Bring your own project. The group has no instructor but it does have a selection of different types of paints if you want to try something new. No charge but donations for Century House welcome if you have a bit of change. Ages 50 and up. Where: Century House, 620 Eighth St., New Westminster. When: Every Thursday, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., during June, July, and August. Info: Barbara, 604-523-2385.
Central Park Horseshoe Club: Come learn how to throw horseshoes from BC Champions. When: Members are on site daily at 1 p.m. (except Sundays). Wednesday Fun Nights will commence every Wednesday at 6 p.m., weather permitting. Where: Clubhouse located in Central Park east of swimming pool.
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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. Mexican train dominoes: Weekly game for players 55 and over. When: Tuesdays, 1 to 3 p.m. Where: Willow room, Cameron Seniors’ Recreation Centre, 9523 Cameron St., Burnaby (behind Lougheed Town Centre). Info: 604-297-4453. Seniors Sing-A-Long: The Cameron Seniors Recreation Centre’s Sunshine Sing-along is looking for a volunteer drummer familiar with music from the 1950s, ‘60s, and ‘70s to accompany its sing-a-long sessions (please note that we are able to provide the drum set). When: Meets every other Monday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Where: Cameron Seniors’ Recreation Centre, 9523 Cameron St., Burnaby (behind Lougheed Town Centre). Please phone if interested: 604-420-6478. New Westminster Parkinson’s Support Group: If you are a person with Parkinson’s or a caregiver interested in sharing ideas, coping strateg ies, information and resources, you are warmly welcomed to
this support group. When: 1st Tuesday of each month at 1 p.m. Where: Century House, 6208th St., New Westminster. Info: Robbin Jeffereys, 604-662-3240 or rjeffereys@parkinson.bc.ca.
Bonsor Complex Carpet Bowling: Looking for a fun and entertaining way to beat the winter weather? Come join the Bonsor 55+ carpet bowlers (55+ membership required). When: Meets every Monday and Thursday, 1-3 p.m. Where: Bonsor Recreation Complex, 6550 Bonsor Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604-439-5510.
Find a Great Hand at Bonsor: Looking to meet new friends and keep your mind sharp. Drop into Bonsor Complex for a game of cards. Enjoy Bridge, Cribbage, Euchre, Five Hundred and Whist. These card games are offered throughout the week. Info: 604439-5510. Seniors Together Program: A senior led group focuses on welcoming and involving seniors in a variety of different activities. When: English conversation (Fridays, 10 to 11 a.m.), seniors social group (Fridays, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., light lunch served) and Wii games and exercise (Wednesdays, 12 to 3 p.m.). Where: South Burnaby Neighbourhood House, 4845 Imperial St., Burnaby. Info: 604431-0400. Bonsor 55+ Bingo: Get out and enjoy a fun game of bingo. When: Wednesdys, 2:30 to 4 p.m. Where: Bonsor Recreation Complex, 6550 Bonsor Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604-439-5510.
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Michael Wortis stares at the captured moments tacked to the wall of his wife Ruth’s room at Delta View Habilitation Centre. He sees the couple’s ocean kayaking trips, hiking excursions – and the way Ruth danced. Alzheimer’s has robbed Ruth of those memories since 2002 when she was diagnosed. Five days a week, 75-year-old Michael makes the trek from where he lives in Burnaby to the specialized, mental health residential facility on Burns Drive in East Delta. Ruth arrived there by way of transfer from Riverview Hospital’s geriatric psychiatry building, Valleyview, which permanently closed last fall. “We were hoping we would have a period of stability after all this moving,” said Michael. Alzheimer’s is an unpredictable illness. Ruth developed behavioural issues early on. Michael said it would take six care aids to change her diapers on bad days. But Ruth’s regimen has changed since moving to Delta View, reports Michael. “We have been able to cut down on the medications that she is using,” he said. He labels Delta View as a world-class facility for Alzheimer’s patients, where staff employ a gentle care
philosophy: more personal attention and minimal amounts of drugs and restraints. On June 18 a new wave of uncertainty hit when Michael learned, in nine months, Delta View’s almost 80 mental health beds will no longer be funded by the Fraser Health Authority. In a letter sent to patients’ families, Delta View stated it was ending its contract with Fraser Health. Salim Devji, assistant administrator at Delta View, said budget talks between the health authority and the family-run facility broke down after months of back-and-forth negotiations earlier this year. “Unfortunately all of the [budget] numbers [Fraser Health] gave us were below our cost,” said Devji. “[Fraser Health] sent us a letter stating on March 9 [2012] that the communications on the budget are over and this is your new rate.” According to Devji, the previous funding rate was set at $315 per bed per day. He said Fraser Health “unilaterally” changed that number to $286 per bed per day, adding that Delta View will operate at a loss for the next nine months. Dan Kipper, Fraser Health director of Mental Health and Substance Use Services, could not confirm what the new rates are; however, he did say Delta View’s budget was lowered to bring support costs in line with comparable residential programs funded by Fraser Health. “Delta View certainly is staffed higher and we do fund that,” said Kipper.
“And part of our negotiation we actually added in dollars for the staffing. [Delta View] wanted to go to more of a professional mix so we agreed to increase funding to fund an all nurse program versus LPN.” Devji defended Delta View’s staffing levels—a ratio of one care-giver for every six residents—saying the state-ofthe-art facility has extended patients’ lives by decades. Residents are kept physically and socially active through music therapy programs and other rehabilitation therapies. Fraser Health is now tasked with finding mental health beds in the region by March 31 for displaced Delta View patients. “Once we have those sites identified and the contracts negotiated we will be certainly letting families know and discussing it and doing transition planning with the families to facilitate the transfer of the patients from Delta View to those sites,” said Kipper. As for the soon-to-be vacant Delta View Habilitation Centre, Devji said they will move to a private-pay model. For Michael Wortis, the news about Delta View came as a blow. Currently he pays $1,000 a month for Ruth’s bed at Delta View – an incredible bargain, he said. Now he is left wondering where Ruth will be moved to next. “Of course I’m worried,” he said. “I’m not looking forward to that day. I think [Fraser Health] ought to save [Delta View Habilitation Centre].”
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Let caution reign when beginning a new exercise regimen Exercise is an essential component of any plan to get healthier. Men and women who want to lose weight or change their lifestyles to reduce their risk of falling into poor health know that diet and exercise go hand in hand. As intimidating as beginning a new exercise regimen can seem, it can also be dangerous, especially when individuals fail to approach physical activity with a degree of caution. Effective, long-lasting results won’t come overnight, so there’s no reason to throw caution to the wind when starting a new exercise regimen. Patience and prudence should reign at the onset, and there are several precautionary measures to take that can ensure a commitment to a healthier lifestyle starts off on the right foot.
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No matter what is motivating you to get healthier, speak to a physician before beginning a new exercise regimen. Your physician will likely want you to get a full physical just to make sure you don’t have any existing conditions that might preclude you from certain activities. Part of proceeding with caution is knowing if you have any limitations, and certain health conditions can prove quite the hurdle to an exercise regimen. If the doctor detects any conditions, then the two of you can work together to devise an exercise regimen that’s both safe and effective. Another benefit to visiting the physician is that such a visit might reveal something that won’t necessarily preclude you from exercise, but help you gear your
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regimen toward addressing a certain situation before it progresses to something worse. For example, if the doctor finds you have high cholesterol, he might point you toward a regimen that includes more cardiovascular activity. Be patient
Patience is essential when beginning an exercise regimen. Many people grow discouraged if their workout routine doesn’t produce jawdropping results overnight. But an effective and healthy exercise regimen will gradually produce results, leading to longterm health, as opposed to an overnight fix with minimal long-term effectiveness. When beginning the regimen, do so slowly and allow for gradual progress. As your body grows more acclimated to physical activity, you can begin to challenge yourself People young and old should exercise caution when beginning a new exercise regimen. more and more, and that’s when the results are likely focus on form and cardiovascular machines to be most noticeable. The right form when are included in those changes. Learning to rest is also part performing certain exercises can You may very well enter a of being patient. make all the difference, while gym and not recognize any of The body needs time to poor form can greatly increase the machines, much less know recover between workouts, so your risk of injury. how to use them. don’t expect to exercise every When beginning an exercise A personal trainer can walk day at the start. Initially, you should be giving you through these machines and regimen, particularly one that involves weightlifting, master help you tailor your workout to your body at least one day to the form of each exercise with match your goals. recover between workouts, and low weights. Many gyms offer free or then you can take less time At this point in the routine, discounted personal training off between workouts as your the primary goal should not be sessions to new members, so body grows more acclimated to to strengthen your muscles, but take advantage of those offers exercise. rather to master the form of when starting out. Discuss certain dietary each exercise. If a personal trainer is simply tips with your physician to Form includes everything beyond your budget, then solicit determine if there’s anything from how you breathe during a friend or family member for you can eat after a workout to the workout to your posture to help, ideally one who works out aid in muscle recovery. how smoothly your body moves regularly. during the exercise. This person can accompany Work With a professional Master the form first, even you to the gym and act as a Personal training sessions if it means lifting without spotter or just go with you to can be costly, but they’re also any weight, before you start make sure you stay committed. worth it for beginners who have focusing on adding more The buddy system is highly never worked out before or who effective among people hoping weights and strengthening your haven’t seen the inside of a gym muscles. to get healthier, so don’t be shy in a while. Caution should reign supreme to ask for help. Technology is constantly for men and women beginning a changing, and weight training new exercise regimen.
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Exercise relief for people with arthritis Arthritis can make physical activity more difcult. In spite of that difculty, exercise is an important part of staying healthy for men and women with arthritis. Even moderate physical activity can strengthen bones and muscles and increase joint exibility, making it easier for arthritis sufferers to perform daily tasks. According to the Arthritis Foundation, men and women with arthritis should commit to regular exercise that includes three types of activities: exibility exercises, strengthening exercises and cardiovascular exercises. Consult a physician before beginning any exercise regimen, and discuss any limitations your specic condition might place on your physical abilities. Such limitations might diminish as your exercise regimen progresses, but it’s important to exercise within those limitations at the onset to avoid injuries. It’s also important to consult your physician should you experience a are-up of arthritis before, during or after exercise. Such are-ups might require you
to alter your routine, and your physician can help with such alterations.
CARDIOVASCULAR EXERCISES
FLEXIBILITY EXERCISES
Perform exibility exercises every day, as they will protect your joints by reducing injury risk. Flexibility exercises, which are often referred to as range-of-motion exercises, help your body warm up for more strenuous exercise. Once you’re comfortable doing at least 15 continuous minutes of exibility exercises, you’re likely ready to add strengthening and cardiovascular exercises to your routine. Many people with arthritis nd yoga is an especially effective exibility exercise, as it strengthens and relaxes stiff muscles and even aids in weight-loss efforts. Just don’t push yourself too hard when starting out with yoga, as the exercises are more difcult than they might seem. STRENGTHENING EXERCISES
Strong muscles reduce stress on the joints, something that’s especially helpful to arthritis
Even moderate physical activity can strengthen bones and muscles and increase joint exibility, making it easier for arthritis sufferers to perform daily tasks.
sufferers. Strengthening exercises, also known as resistance exercises, build the body’s muscles so they’re more capable of absorbing shock and more effective at preventing injury to the joints. When performing strengthening exercises, you will use weight or resistance to make the muscles work harder and grow stronger. Isometric strengthening exercises
tighten the muscles without moving the joints, while isotonic strengthening exercises strengthen the muscles by moving the joints. The Arthritis Foundation recommends performing strengthening exercises every other day and always in conjunction with exibility exercises, which can be performed before and after strengthening exercises.
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Walking, dancing, swimming and bicycling are examples of cardiovascular, or aerobic, exercises, which many people nd the most enjoyable way to exercise. Cardiovascular exercises make the heart, lungs, blood vessels and muscles work more efciently while improving endurance and strengthening bones. Initially, cardiovascular exercises might be difcult for arthritis sufferers who have not exercised in a while. However, you can gradually build toward 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise three to four times per week, and you will notice your endurance improves the more you commit and stick to your routine. Include cardiovascular exercises as part of your larger routine, performing some type of aerobic exercise after strengthening exercises. More information on exercising for people with arthritis can be found at www.arthritis.ca.
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How to spend wisely during your golden years After saving for a lifetime many consumers entering into retirement need a plan that exercises a balance between nancial discipline and wise spending, according to the Better Business Bureau (BBB) of Mainland B.C. “Now that the paycheques have stopped, consumers need to ask themselves how to keep the money pot going for the next 30 years,” says soon-to-be retired BBB President and CEO, Lynda Pasacreta. “When we rst hit retirement the rst thought is to travel the world, but what comes next?” New retirees have numerous options to
consider when making the exciting lifestyle transition and the Better Business Bureau has the following advice on how to spend your nest egg responsibly: TURN YOUR RETIREMENT DREAMS INTO REALISTIC PLANS
Look at creating a plan that takes into account everything from buying a second home, to making monetary gifts to grandchildren. Spend with the thought that you will have to make your money stretch for three more decades.
START WITH A BUDGET Take into account basic monthly living expenses, and then look at other bigger costs like home repairs. If travel gures big on your itinerary, estimate how much you will spend annually on trips. LOOK INTO PERSONAL HEALTH REALISTICALLY
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Once you’ve started drawing on your retirement funds it’s very important to continue to monitor your investments. If you need help, look at hiring a nancial planner. To search for a nancial consultant go to www.mbc.bbb.org
No one plans to get ill, but even healthy retirees should look into costs for assistedliving and long-term care facilities. Also consider health insurance which can
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Join a weekly afternoon dance every Friday from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Edmonds Community Centre for 55+, 7282 Kingsway, Burnaby. Info: 604-525-1971.
Dance for fun Mondays and Tuesdays – swing/country/ballroom – at the Slovenian Hall, 5726 Sprott St., Burnaby, 6:30 p.m. lessons and dances. At 8:30 p.m., dance only. Info, e-mail ByronStarr@shaw.ca, call 604526-8349 or visit www.DanceForFun. ca. Friday evening dances for adults 55 and older are held at the Confederation Community Centre, 4585 Albert St., with live music. Dances from 7:30-10:30 p.m. Admission $5 for members, $6 for guests. Info: 604-294-1936.
Enjoy a game of snooker at the Edmonds Community Centre on one of four well-groomed tables. Burnaby Seniors’ Membership required. Info: Tom at 604-430-2763.
Seniors Ballroom class and Tea Dance every Wednesday at Dance Addicts Studio. Info: 604-830-1326. When: Lessons, 2 p.m. Tea Dance: 2:30-4 p.m. Where: 4622 Hastings St., Burnaby.
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as we GE Volunteers key to success of BC Seniors Games Volunteers to any event are like gas is to a car. They make it go. Organizers of the 2012 Burnaby BC Seniors Games, Aug. 21-25, are hoping their volunteer “tank” lls up to service the close to 4,000 participants from all parts of the province who will take part in the ve-day extravaganza. Close to 2,000 volunteers will be required to handle all the chores required to make these Games a success. And it has its rewards. Volunteering is a great way to further a cause, support an organization and make a difference in your community. It can also be an opportunity to meet new people and learn new skills. Two people who have taken up the call are Bryan Cheung and Goody Aul. Cheung, 15, is entering Grade 11 at Burnaby North Secondary this fall and is volunteering at a major event for the rst time. A competitive swimmer (freestyler) he will volunteer for that event. “I found out about it at a school program so I decided to sign up for it. I’m interested in sport so I wanted to do something that I would enjoy. The Seniors Games is just like a mini Olympics.” Cheung said he’s looking forward to helping out the other side of the event, rather than as a participant, being involved with the jobs like timing and ofciating.
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“I’ve grown up in Burnaby so I wanted to give back to the community, help out at something that is a major event and help to make it a success.” Aul, 64, will be a volunteer at the opening and closing ceremonies. An advisor with Metrotown Sun Life Financial, she is looking to add to her volunteer resume. Why did she volunteer? “To give back to the public my experience in all the 43 years I’ve been in Canada. I did volunteer work for the cancer people while I lived in Toronto as well. I’m chair person for the opening and closing ceremonies and I supervise all the people involved in our two events.” Volunteer director John McQuade said many people
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diluted fruit juices can help rehydrate the body quickly. • Restrict physical activity. • Take a cool shower or bath or wipe yourself down with a damp cloth. • Seek an air-conditioned environment. For those who won’t or can’t turn on the air conditioning, visit a shopping mall or library to keep cool. Some towns and cities also make cooling centers available in extreme heat. • Wear lightweight clothing. • Try to remain indoors during the hottest hours of the day. • Wear hats or use an umbrella to shield your head from sunshine outdoors. • Eat cool foods, but avoid extremely cold foods. Otherwise you risk the chance of developing stomach cramps. • Do not do laundry or turn on appliances that contribute to extra indoor heat. The heat is nothing to take lightly, especially when it comes to seniors’ health.
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Tips for older travelers when planning Whether retired or simply an empty nester, older men and women often love their increased opportunities to travel and see the world. Without kids to cater to or college tuition to pay, men and women approaching retirement age, or those who have already passed it by, nd themselves with more free time to take to the highways and skyways and experience other cultures. While traveling is a great way to make the most of one’s golden years, traveling as an older adult isn’t the same as it might have been back when you were a carefree teenager or twenty-something backpacking through Europe. Before setting out to see the world, older travelers should consider a host of factors. DOCUMENTATION
Older travelers tend to travel abroad more than they do domestically, so be sure all documentation, including passports for each traveler, is up-to-date. If you’re traveling for an especially long period of time, be sure your passport is valid beyond the length of the trip. In addition to passports and any visas you might need, make sure your driver’s licenses and auto insurance policies are current and will remain so through the trip.
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Burnaby International Folk Dancers: Learn folk dances from around the world in a friendly club environment. New dances taught every night; all levels welcome, no partner needed. When: Every Tuesday, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Where: Charles Rummel Centre, 3630 Lozells, Burnaby. Cost: $4 drop-in, first night free. Info: 604-436-9475.
The Burnaby-New Westminster Newcomers and Friends Club welcomes women who are new to the area as well as longtime residents. Meet women of all ages and cultures to make new friends. When: Meets the second Wednesday of each month. Info: Lenore, 604-294-6913. Council of Senior Citizens Organizations: COSCO is an advocacy group devoted to improving the quality of life for all seniors. Seniors organizations w i s h i n g t o a f f i l i a t e, o r individuals wishing to become members, please contact Ernie Bayer at 604-576-9734. Info: www.coscobc.ca.
This is important for travelers who plan on renting a car during their vacation. Don’t forget to bring your driver’s license and proof of auto insurance (as well as contact information for your insurance company should an accident occur) on your trip. CLIMATE & GEOGRAPHY
It’s also important to consider geographical conditions before establishing any travel plans. Older men and women tend to have more health issues and might even be on prescriptions that can make it challenging to travel to certain areas. Before committing to a trip, consult your physician about the possible effects a certain climate might have on you personally. Some people might be sensitive to altitude and therefore unable to travel to high-altitude locations without putting themselves at serious risk. When considering climate and geography, don’t overlook a region’s history or likelihood of natural disasters. If a given destination has a history of hurricanes, earthquakes or tsunamis, then consider that before making plans. It’s still possible to enjoy such destinations, but you’ll want to travel when such storms or natural disasters are not in season.
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When traveling, it might be comforting to overpack because it can give you the feeling you’re prepared for any situation that might arise. But don’t pack so heavily that your luggage becomes a nuisance to take from place to place. If you’re traveling to especially tourist-friendly regions, keep in mind such locales often have all a traveler needs should he or she have forgotten something or experiences an emergency. When packing your clothes for a trip, keep your wardrobe as conservative as possible. Anything too ashy could draw the attention of con artists or thieves, as tourists often make for easy marks. But don’t forget to pack some formal attire as well, as clothing that is too casual might make it hard for you to gain access to certain tourist destinations or restaurants. CONTACT INFORMATION
While a vacation is an escape for many people, you don’t want to escape from the world entirely. Make sure loved ones back home have your itinerary and know where you will be staying should an emergency occur. If traveling abroad where you won’t have cell phone service, choose resorts
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Square dancers wanted – Singles square dance club teaches modern square dance for fun, fitness and fellowship. Singles and couples welcomes. Burnaby Lake Pavilion. Info: 604522-4270 or 604-937-3220.
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Alzheimer support group meets third Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m. Where: New Westminster. Info: 604-298-0782.
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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS In honour of October 1st the International Day of the Older Person, please join Harmony Court Estate Retirement Community (AgeCare) and the Burnaby New Westminster NewsLeader to celebrate our local seniors with our 3rd Annual Seniors of Distinction Awards. The Seniors of Distinction Awards are an opportunity to recognize all seniors who share their culture and talents, enrich our communities and enhance the well-being of those around them. We have created the following four categories to honour local seniors in which nominees can be entered. Arts: Visual • Performing • Literary and other. Leadership: Service to associations, director of not-for-profit programs, support groups etc. Community: Volunteerism, community fundraising, etc. Healthy Living: Sports, gardening, recreation participation etc. Who can I nominate? • Anyone who is over the age of 65 as of January 1, 2012. • Anyone who currently lives in Burnaby or New Westminister. • Anyone whose accomplishments took place in Burnaby or New Westminster. • Awards are not for past achievements - prior to being 65 years of age. How will the winner be selected? A Selection Committee comprised of local community citizens and sponsors will review nominations.
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The Giro di Burnaby on Thursday evening (July 12) helps to wind up the fastest week in Canadian cycling, BC Superweek, which includes nine races over 10 days. With $105,000 on the line and some of the top Canadian cyclists and professional American teams, the racing is fast-paced and exciting from start to finish line. BC Superweek kicked off July 6 with the Tour de Delta (races July 6, 7 and 8), followed by the Original 16 UBC Grand Prix (July 10) and the Global Relay Gastown Grand Prix (July 11). Thursday’s Giro di Burnaby has the women’s race at 6 p.m. followed by the men’s at 7:15 p.m., and is followed by the Tour de White Rock (races July 13, 14, 15) which winds up an exciting series. Below are a few top riders in BC Superweek. Svein TufT and ChriSTian Meier TeaM OriCa-GreenedGe
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Two of just five Canadians competing at the highest level on the World Tour in Europe, Tuft, 35, returns to BC Superweek for the second time since 2008 having just won his eighth Canadian Time Trial Championship in Quebec, and coming off an impressive showing at the Giro d’Italia. In addition to Tuft finishing ninth on a final-day time trial that saw former teammate Ryder Hesjedal become Canada’s first Grand Tour winner, he and Meier, 27, helped their Australian-based team post it’s first Grand Tour stage win, helping lead sprinter Matt Goss to the finish line to victory on the third day in Italy. Will rOuTley and ryan anderSOn TeaM SpiderTeCh pOWered by C10
Routley and Anderson are back from a second season competing in Europe for Team Spidertech, a squad put together by Canadian cycling legend Steve Bauer with the goal of one day soon competing in the Tour de France. Both are fresh off being part of the first Canadian team to ever start the prestigious Tour de Suisse. Routley won the Canadian Road Race title in 2010 and was second in 2011, and Anderson is a familiar face on BC Superweek podiums.
Mark McConnell of Synergy Racing is from Calgary.
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A Vancouver native, Cooper finished second in the inaugural UBC Grand Prix last summer, and returns to move up the BC Superweek podium with some help from Salas, who is in his first year with the Minnesotabased Team after earning a contract with an impressive showing at BC Superweek last season. In his first pro season, Salas has already won the King of the Mountain jersey as the top climber at the Tour of California, one of the biggest races in North America. He is one of three Canadians to win a stage or jersey, joining BC Superweek alum Dominique Rollin and recent Giro d’Italia winner Ryder Hesjedal.
for the upcoming London Olympics as part of Canada’s track team, along with fellow BC Superweek alum Jasmine Glaesser. lOren rOWney TeaM SpeCialized-lululeMOn
A teammate of Canadian legend Clara Hughes on the Specialized pro team, this Australian’s remarkable rookie season has already included a UCI win in New Zealand, beating Canadian Olympian (and another past BC Superweek competitor) Joelle Numaineville to win the road race at the Redlands Bicycle Classic, and recently finishing second behind teammate Emilia Fahlin on the road at the Nature Valley Grand Prix. niCKy WanGSGard and JeSSiCa CuTler
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The women’s race at 6 p.m. in the Heights, between Madison and MacDonald avenues, on Hastings Street. Riders worth watching for include:
Seattle-based Cutler was so dominant racing locally early this year that she earned a mid-season contract from the Colorado-based women’s team, and will join 39-year-old Utah native Wangsgard, who is having a strong season of her own. Among the highlights, Wangsgard surprised a field of top riders and out-sprinted a U.S. criterium champion to win a NCC race in Charlotte.
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This should probably include most of the local-based squad – and on the guy’s side, Cody Canning is one of several who also deserve mention after finishing second at the Canadian Crit Championship – But Lehmann gets top billing here after winning the 2011 GranFondo Whistler, and Laxon is up there with her after winning the inaugural UBC Grand Prix last year, beating out Laura Brown, a regular on BC Superweek podiums who will miss this year’s race because she’s in Los Angeles preparing
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Two Canadians on a top U.S. team that also includes Canadian Olympian and BC Superweek alum Jasmine Glaesser, the 37-year-old MacGregor calls Vancouver home and has a career that includes top-five finishes at the Pan-Am Games.
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Where does the manpower come from to put this event on? the community
Almost every one of the 200 strong volunteer team, affectionately called the Giro Heroes, are active community members who embrace the event, working together as a cohesive team, erecting fences, staging, manning barricades, putting up banners, assisting the riders, providing medical support, handing out programs all while the Burnaby RCMP reroute traffic in the periphery and ensuring Hastings Street doesn’t become gridlock.
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How does this amazing team of people know what to do? A week before event day, numerous restaurants on the Heights contribute food for the volunteer dinner, hosted by the Heights Merchants Association at Confederation Senior Centre. Draw prizes are provided as incentive by other participating businesses in the community and everyone goes home excited about the race after logistics of event day have been discussed and an execution plan decided.
How does the volunteer team keep their energy up on event day? Bosa Food (a long standing sponsor of the Giro) provides each volunteer, police officer and race official with a fabulous sandwich that the Bosa team makes for the Giro team each year on event day morning. Why do these sponsors, staff and volunteers do it? Because they believe in their community and want to be involved… The stage is set and the show is ready to start….and for the community to enjoy!
Don’t forget the kids: Let them ride, too HUB will have instructors on site at Fountain Square running a kids bike rodeo so don’t forget the children or bikes at home! They will also have a bike decorating station, pumps and tools to help pretty-up and tune-up your bike. Local HUB cycling advocates will also be attending the event so come by and say hi to pick up the latest bike maps, discuss bike routes and hear about what is happening for cycling in your community. There will be a HUB instructor from 5 to 7 p.m. and would love to be doing the bike rodeo before the races between 5 and 6. The rodeo consists of putting small cones on the road to have the children weave through them, and also things like the slug race where they go as slow as they can, or the yell-ee where they yell and bike at the same time until they run out of breath. Throughout the activities instructors discuss safe riding techniques and ask them questions about riding in traffic. There will be supplies for bike decorations, and a pump and tools for tune ups.
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My name is Kevin and I am 16 years old. I started my first newspaper route with the New Westminster NewsLeader in 2010 and changed delivery areas once. I continue my delivery service for a number of reasons. This part-time job provides me with a little money that gives me some independence. Some things that make life worth living for me are fancy meals, fencing and paintball. I appreciate my nomination for “Carrier of the Week”. Thank you!
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• No Qualification-Low Down • ABBOTSFORD - 2087 Lonsdale, HANDY MAN SPECIAL HOUSE, 3 bdrm. w/ 2bd. Suite,$1,588/MO.
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APARTMENT/CONDO
PORT COQUITLAM, 2/bdrm grnd level ste. Full bath. Sep entry. Cls to all amenities. $800/mo incl utils, cable, lndry. NS/NP (604)945-5911
Tree removal done RIGHT!
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BURNABY
PETS
Spacious 2 & 3 Bdrm T/hses
BURNABY
Gable Gardens 1 & 2 bdrms, Immed and July 1st Cable included, cat okay Walk to Highgate 604-521-3448.
With accessible amenities, in safe family oriented communities of, North Burnaby on Burnaby Mountain below Simon Fraser University. Market rents from $990 - $1175 for 2 - 3 bdrm units. Pet friendly.
RUBBISH REMOVAL FLEETWOOD WASTE Bin Rentals 10-30 Yards. Call Ken at 604-294-1393
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AMERICAN STAFFORDSHIRE TERRIER puppys, show, & companion avail. (604)532-7844 BERNESE MOUNTAIN puppies, 2 females, 3 males, born March 12/12 604-869-5073 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 German Shepherd pups, ckc reg, 1st shots, deworm, parents gd temp. $600. 604-796-3026 no sun calls 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
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 542
FRUIT & VEGETABLES
If your income is lower than these ranges call BC Housing 604-433-2218
Greenvale Farms Take 264 St exit off Hwy #1 & follow yellow signs (6030 248 Street, Aldergrove)
• Portable Toilets • Fencing • Containers • Waste Management • Storage
We Recycle! GO GREEN! www.EconPro.com 604-882-2733
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MAPLE PLACE TOWERS 1 Bdrm Apts starting at $850 2 Bdrm Apts starting at $1100 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 Coquitlam 996sf clean 2bdrm 2bath nr Coq Ctr Douglas Coll, aquatic ctr np/ns July15. $1295. 604-941-3259 Coquitlam Silver Springs beaut clean 2bdrm 2bath unobstructed view nr Coq Ctr all schls Doug Coll. np/ns $1400 July15. 604-941-3259 MAPLE Ridge dntwn Urbano complex, 2 bdrm, 2 bath, inste w/d, f/p, deck, 2 u/g prkg Nr amen NS/NP
FURNITURE
ALL NEW Queen MATTRESS SET Still in Original Plastic! Must Sell. $150 - CALL: 604484-0379 MATTRESSES starting at $99
REAL ESTATE 603
ACREAGE
RECYCLE YOUR JUNK! Rubbish Removal, Caring for the Earth. Professional Quality Service at Great Rates. 604-787-8782
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PATRICK’S RUBBISH REMOVAL *Landscape *Trimming *Yard Clean *Const. Clean. *ANYTHING!!! 1 Ton Truck. Call Patrick for Prompt Quality Service @ 604-808-1652.
359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL Always! deliver Top soil, bark mulch, sand & gravel. 7days/wk. Simon 604-230-0627 will spread
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SUNDECKS
STEEL BUILDING - HUGE CLEARANCE SALE! 20X24 $4,658. 25X28 $5,295. 30X40 $7,790. 32X54 $10,600. 40X58 $14,895. 47X78 $19,838. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca.
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HOMES WANTED
WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms! CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422 RENTALS: These listings cover all types of rentals from apartments, condos, office space, houseboats and vacation homes. So if you’re in the market to rent, or looking for a roommate, start here. bcclassified.com
660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE Aluminum patio cover, NO HST Summer Sale. 604-782-9108 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
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Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
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NEW WEST 621 Colburne; Avail Aug 1, quiet & clean 1 bdrm, 1 blk fr Queens Park & Canada Games pool. No pets, $740. 604-454-4540 NEW WESTMINSTER
DORIC MANOR 236 - 8th St.
1966 CHEVELLE SS 396, 375HP 4/spd, $26,700. 604-862-3439. www.thecanadiandecorator.com 1969 Ford Falcon Futura $13,500 Immac. paint/body 302 Cu In/auto. p/s front disc brakes, numerous high performance enhancements. Local BC car. Must be seen to be appreciated. Call 604-307-0201, pictures at: www.photobucket.com/69falcon 2010 Toyota Corolla XRS 2.4L, 5/spd auto, $19,900. 604-862-3439. www.thecanadiandecorator.com
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AUTO FINANCING
Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm suites for rent. Includes heat / hot water and cable. Close to Massey Theatre, Douglas College, Royal City Mall.
Phone: 604-522-9153
PINECREST MANOR 1 and 2 bdrms avail. Starting at $800/mo. Clean, quiet building.
PLEASE CALL 778-788-1847
PORT Moody Newport Vill. 2 bdrm 2 f/bths, 4 appl, gas f/p, u/g prkg, N/S. Aug 1. $1225 604-728-0004.
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HOMES FOR RENT
MALLARDVILLE, 3 bdrm, 2 storey, 2.5 baths, $1400 + utils. Avail. Aug. 1st. Phone (604)319-3157 MAPLE RIDGE Rancher 3 bdrm, 2 bath Laity St. Large yard & shop, close to schools & transit $1500. + utils (604)463-9725
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SUITES, LOWER
BURNABY 1 Bdrm bachelor in quiet neigh. Aug 1st. W/D, newer appls, grnd fl, pri entry, off st. prkg, 1 blk to bus/6 blks to Metrotown. $780 all utils incl. NS/NP/ND (604)970-3462
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BURNABY, Canada Way. Newer lrg 1 bdrm bsmt. suite. No lndry. N/S. N/P. $800/mo. 604-522-9414.
Auto Loans or
COQUITLAM:1/2 blk fr Como Lake Prk. Priv, detached Bachelor suite. $625 incl utils. N/P. Aug. 1. 604937-0168 or 778-228-0258 lv msg.
All Makes, All Models. New & Used Inventory.
COQUITLAM WW Plateau. Bright grnd level 2 bdrm. Lndry incl. $850. N/S, N/P. Avail now. 604-808-2964.
We Will Pay You $1000 1-888-229-0744 or apply at: www.greatcanadianautocredit.com Must be employed w/ $1800/mo. income w/ drivers license. DL #30526
TRUCKS & VANS
BOATS
12’ DOUBLE HAUL Fiberglass boat, 3 seats, oars, rod holders & canopy. On eze-load trailer. Very safe. $2,500. 604-850-7143
1989 FORD E250 Van Amera camper van, fridge, stove, furn. bathrm. Only 142,000 km. New front brakes. Everything works. $5500 obo: (604)520-6512
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
Metal Recycling Ltd. 2000 Ford Taurus SE 4 DR Sedan. Auto, A/ C , AM/FM/CD Radio, p/w, p/d locks, keyless entry, Air Cared. 151,000 Kms. Good cond. #7122. $2800: Dlr # 31189 (604)375-6548
• Cars & Trucks • Scrap Metals • Batteries • Machinery • Lead
Scotty 604-313-1887 TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!
2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026
2009 Saturn Astra XE, 4 dr h/b. Automatic. Options. Silver. 18,000 kms. $8,800/firm. 604-538-4883
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1999 Toyota Corolla LE ,auto, 184,000 kms, local car, 4 dr, 4 cyl, fuel economy, Good cond. reliable, a/cared. Only asking $2822 for quick sale. # 7121. Dlr # 31189. Call: (604) 375-6548
1986 - 33’ Empress Motorhome, 60,000 Km. Excellent cond., $14,000 obo. Phone 604-765-0182.
ANTIQUES/CLASSICS
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MARINE
1995 BUICK LESABRE LTD loaded, a/care, leather, premium cond. Private $3700 obo 778-565-4230
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
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RECREATIONAL/SALE
2005 GM SAVANA cargo van, V8, 128,000km. $10,800. (604)5875566
1980 THUNDERBIRD - 2 dr coupe-80% rebuilt. Must sell. $1000/obo. (604)825-6793
GUILDTOWN HOUSING CO-OP, 10125 156 St. is accepting applications for 3 & 4 bdrm units. No subsidy. Close to schools & shopping. Participation req. Shares $2000. Call 604-581-4687 or pick up application at office.
TRANSPORTATION
TRANSPORTATION
CARS - DOMESTIC
2005 Honda Civic SE Spec. Ed. auto, 4dr, 38,000 kms. Very Clean. No acc. Local car. Silver. Pwr locks, Keyless entry, a/c. Cruise, tilt steering, CD. $7200: Reg. serviced. All maint. records. #7123, Dlr # 31189. Call 604-375-6548
• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331
20 Acres - Only $99/mo. $0 Down, Owner Financing, NO CREDIT CHECKS! Near El Paso, Texas, Beautiful Mountain Views! Money Back Guarantee! Free Color Brochure. 800-755-8953 www.sunsetranches.com
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MAPLE RIDGE. Lrg, new 1 bdrm & den gr/flr apt. Luxurious, S/S appls, granite counters, prkg, f/p. $1050. Avail July. Call 778-386-1243.
604-856-3626 / 604-855-9351
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Metro Vancouver Housing Co-operation.
BURNABY
$1100+util Ref. Immed 604-512-8725
STRAWBERRIES & RASPBERRIES
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If your income is between $35,640 and $70,000 you could be qualified for market rent.
For further info call 604-451-6075 to view
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AUTO FINANCING
TOWNHOUSES
Burnaby. MC Bride Place. 415 Ginger drive. 2 bdrm T/H. Family Housing. Close all amens, schls, transit. Pet friendly great loca. $1015/m.604-451-6676
PETS
Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
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TRANSPORTATION
WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in July, $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-5936095.
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TRANSPORTATION
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604-787-5915, 604-291-7778
LIFE TIME metal roof, 3.5/sf, patio cover, sunroom, replace double glass windows, Andy 6047157525
SUITES, LOWER
COQUITLAM CENTRAL, 2/bdrm bsmt suite. Shared W/D, w/i closets. Storage. N/S, N/P. $950/mo. incl util. Aug 1. (604)726-6884
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RENTALS
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#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
Re: Estate of Dorothea Winifred Mary Josey formerly of New Westminster, British Columbia
The Scrapper
CREDITORS and others having claims against the estate of the above deceased are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor at 301 - 1665 Ellis Street, Kelowna, British Columbia, V1Y 2B3, on or before August 3, 2012, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice.
RECREATIONAL/SALE
2004 ITASCA SPIRIT 29.4 ft. Class C motorhome, 50,000km. 2 slide outs, awnings, generator & ext. warranty. Exc. cond. $31,000. 604856-8177 / 604-308-5489(Aldergrv)
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS
Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
Lawrence William Josey Executor by PUSHOR MITCHELL LLP Lawyers, attention: Joni Metherell Ph: (250)762-2108
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