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August 8 2012 www.burnabynewsleader.com darlene Currie is gearing up, as it’s almost time to let the (BC senior) games begin. see Page A12

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Chris Preston and despina stratidakis, youth outreach workers with i-rayl, hand out snacks to a group of kids on the concourse outside the Metrotown skytrain station. Bags of bright orange cheese puffs are particularly popular.

Reaching out, on the rails I-RAYL teams fan out on SkyTrain to make link with at-risk youth Mario Bartel Black Press

Most SkyTrain commuters give a wide berth to gaggles of loudtalking, gum-smacking, cigarettesharing young people. Chris Preston and Despina Stratidakis make a bee-line right for them. They’re one of two teams of youth outreach workers (three in the summer) with the Inter-Regional At-Risk Youth Link (I-RAYL)

that ride the elevated rail lines from Surrey to Vancouver to Richmond five days a week, 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., talking to kids under 19 years old, directing them to community resources, handing out meal coupons, transit tickets and snacks. The snacks are the key, says Preston, opening a dark blue/grey backpack filled with candy bars, juice boxes and bags of bright orange cheese puffs. “They’re a huge icebreaker,” says Preston, who’s been with I-RAYL for two years. “When we first approach kids, they have no idea

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who we are.” But the universal language of free snacks creates a connection that can lead a troubled youth to the help they need to steer clear of a life of crime or other high-risk behaviour, give them the support and stability they might need. “You always try an approach to make conversation, build a relationship,” says Preston. The teams meet 700 to 800 youth each month. The four-year old program, which is unique in Canada, is funded by $360,000 from the

Ministry of Children and Family Development, and administered by Pacific Community Resources. The outreach workers tap into resources available to youth in the various communities along the SkyTrain lines, from shelters to social services to food banks to counseling to recreation and youth centres, as well as local and transit police. “Youth are so transient,” says Preston. “They’re traveling between communities and SkyTrain offers them a conduit. We’re meeting them where they’re at.” Please see stEERINg, A9

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Burnaby Mayor Derek Corrigan and three councillors will be heading to China and Taiwan in September as part of a delegation visiting the municipality’s sister and friendship cities. A report to council from its international relations and friendships cities committee estimated the cost to the city at $30,900. The delegation will also include representatives of the Burnaby Board of Trade (BBOT), including president and CEO Paul Holden, and three delegates from the Taiwan Chamber of Commerce. The trip will be from Sept. 20 to 30. The first stop will be Zhuhai, China which has an economic trade agreement with the BBOT. The delegation will then go to Zhangshan, a sister city to Burnaby, before moving on to Shenzhen, the third busiest port in China, where the delegation will tour a light-emitting diode manufacturing plant Please see tRIP, A4


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Most of their work is proactive, trying to reach kids before they get into trouble with the law, but through constant alerts on their Blackberrys, they’re also an extra set of eyes that can keep a look out for missing kids or youth gone AWOL from group homes. On a recent pitstop at Metrotown Station, one of three transit hubs along the SkyTrain system that attract lots of young people (Surrey Central and Broadway-Commercial are the others), Preston and Stratidakis walk up to a small group of clean-cut kids in shorts and crisp T-shirts hanging out on the concrete concourse outside the doors to Metropolis at Metrotown. After a brief introduction and explanation of who they are and what they’re doing, their offer of free snacks is greeted with smiles and polite thanks. One kid accepts a business card. “The worst that can happen is they’re just not interested,� says Stratidakis. But they might have a friend who is in trouble and that initial contact can pay off down the road, explains Preston. Sometimes that process can take months. “You find out what you can do and you have the resources available to create a recipe for success,� Cheese puffs are an especially popular treat. says Preston. The team also maintains a Facebook page to stay in touch even when they’re not on the trains. “It’s all about building relationships.� The program has also reaped benefits for the transit system by helping reduce property and violent crime; in 2011 property crime dropped 15 per cent and violent crime dropped 14 per cent per 100,000 transit passenger boardings. The next stop for Preston and Stratidakas is the sprawling Broadway-Commercial station in Vancouver, where the Expo and Millennium lines intersect. An elderly panhandler hunches forward from his wheelchair at the station’s Broadway entrance. “He’s not really our demographic,� says Preston. A tour around the station and a block up and down Commercial, and a peek through the windows of a coffee shop turns up no groups of loitering kids, no familiar faces. “A lot of it is reading body language,� says Preston. “We’re able to read situations.� Not that coming up empty is a bad thing, says Stratidakis. “Sometimes when there’s no youth around it’s a good thing. They might be in school, or more settled and stabilized in their life.�

Alex Tung shows off an authentic Napoletana pizza pulled from the brick oven at his new Cotto Enoteca Pizzeria in North Burnaby.

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A taste of Napoli in Burnaby Cotto Enoteca brings authentic Napoletana pizza to North Burnaby

who built hundreds of pizza while learning the craft. “You have to showcase the best ingredients in the best way.� That extends to the toppings as well, herbs cut every Mario Bartel photo@burnabynewsleader.com morning from planters in front of the restaurant, locallysourced and ethically raised meats for the salamis and Alex Tung has been a chef at French restaurants in pancettas. New York and fine dining establishments in London, When all the ingredients are brought together, the Toronto and Vancouver. But there’s nothing he enjoys pizza is placed into a red-hot wood-fired brick oven that eating more than a slice of perfect pizza pie. is the centerpiece of Cotto’s open kitchen, visible to So when an opportunity presented itself to become everyone inside and outside the restaurant. It’s ready 90 the executive chef and managing partner of the new seconds later, the crust lightly charred to give it a smokey Cotto Enoteca Pizzeria in North Burnaby, he was in sweet-salty flavour. full-paddle. “The oven is the star of the show,� says Tung, who But Tung wasn’t interested in creating thick, gooey, fuels it with wood from a lot in South Burnaby. “People cheesy pies piled high with all manner of toppings like can see me making the pizza, they can see the hearth pineapple, pulled pork, tuna burning.� or even sauerkraut. He had Tung’s attention to detail something more authentic in extends to the rest of the menu mind, thin, sweet Napoletana as well. Italian staples like alex tung, executive chef pizza the way it’s made in its meatballs and calamari are You have to showcase the best ingredients in the birthplace, Naples, Italy. given a light, simple touch. best way. He traveled to Los He personally constructed the Angeles to study the science 52-strong wine list, learning the of Napoletana pizza from story of each winery. master pizzaiolas. He learned about Caputo flour, the And, he says, he’s not intimidated by Cotto’s location finely-ground, low-gluten flour that is milled just outside in North Burnaby, an area of the city rich with Italian Naples and caramelizes at high heat to create a sweet, heritage. In fact he’s in the process of getting certified chewy crust. by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, the He learned about San Morzano tomatoes that break organization that promotes and safeguards the culture of down into a thick, sweet sauce when cooked, and the authentic Napoletana pizza around the world. importance of using high-quality olive oil and only the “Respecting tradition is a priority for me,� says Tung. freshest mozzarella cheese. Cotto Enoteca Pizzeria is located at 6011 Hastings St. C M Y CM MY CY CMY K “You’re only as good as your ingredients,� says Tung, For more information go to www.cotto.ca.

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crosswalks, sidewalks, speed humps and intersection improvements. The calming measures are based on feedback from area residents as part of a recent transportation review of rCMp supplied photo the neighbourhood. The annual watermain a German-made Arcus carbon renewal program will receive fibre bow in it. Anyone with any information $2.75 million to replace aging watermains and upgrade piping about this theft is asked to capacity to allow adequate call Burnaby RCMP at 604water flow for firefighting and 294-7922. The investigation other needs due to growth in is being conducted by Const. the city. Christopher Hobot. Funding for the first phase, Skolrood advises shoppers $8 million, was approved in not to put purchases in their January. The latest funding vehicles and then return to will allow the engineering the mall because many thieves department to complete the watch for this. 2012 program, which will $3.6M in capital replace about 14 kilometres of projects approved watermains, about two per cent Traffic management measures of the city’s total. will soon be installed in the The concrete slab on the west Burnaby Heights-Capitol Hill approach to Still Creek Drive area at a cost of $660,500 after Bridge will be replace at a cost Burnaby council approved $3.6 of $165,000, and $40,000 will be million in capital projects across spent to update aging parking the city. meters and replace damaged The work will include meters. There are about 1,500 construction of curb bulges, metered spots in Burnaby.

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“to explore the possibility of using a more sustainable source of energy in the City of Burnaby infrastructure,” said the report. They’ll then go to Taiwan to visit Taipei and Taichung, which made a high-tech declaration with Burnaby in 2007 and a friendship agreement in 2009. The delegation will be looking at Taichung’s environmental

conservation quest to ensure sustainable development to see how it can help Burnaby in its environment sustainability strategy. The trip will conclude in Kaohsiung, Taiwan’s second largest city at nearly three million people, which has a renewable energy program. “Strengthening ties with Burnaby’s Sister and Friendship cities creates many benefits and

opportunities including the introduction of new markets for Burnaby businesses, attracting visitors, expanding tourism, as well as fostering cross continental relationships in arts and culture,” said the report submitted by committee chair Coun. Richard Chang, vicechair Coun. Paul McDonell and Coun. Pietro Calendino. newsroom@burnabynewsleader.com


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Company to develop non-profit seniors complex To buy city land to build four-storey, 100-bed care facility and an assisted living development Grant Granger

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A Langley company has been selected by the City of Burnaby to develop a non-profit seniors assisted living and complex care facility on city land. The city will work with Retirement Concepts Development on building the facility just west of Norland Avenue on vacant land between Kincaid and Sunset streets. In March, the city put out a call for proposals for the 2.5-acre, 16-lot property with a minimum bid of $9.25 million, which is a discount from market price. The sale will also come with a covenant ensuring the land is used for that purpose and can’t be flipped for multi-family housing. The company is requesting the city to rezone the property so it can build a four-storey, 100-bed care facility and 94-unit assisted living development. The land sale is subject to the bidder being successful in getting the necessary rezoning and applications approved for its plans. A report to council this week said the company is also interested in buying a piece of property on Norland Avenue owned by the Dania Society and another owned by the city to potentially build another phase related to the non-profit development.

some time this month. DGS recently built the new Burnaby Central secondary and has also been the contractor in the past for the McGill library branch and Bill Copeland Arena. The bid includes HST. The tender comes within the approved amount in the city’s five-year capital budget with the funding coming from gaming funds. The bid was nearly $850,000 lower then the next one of $24,950,000 by Heatherbrae Builders. The other bidders were Ledcor Construction ($28 million), EllisDon ($28.8 million) and Smith Bros. & Wilson ($31.6 million). A temporary recycling depot has been set up across Still Creek Road. The new one will also include a parks department works yard.

Council green lights parks projects Six parks projects have gotten the green light from Burnaby city council. The biggest is for $250,000

for the Trail of Hope in Central Park. The funds will go toward rebuilding and widening the trail in some areas, putting in furniture, development and installation of directional and interpretative signs, and removal of invasive plants and replanting native vegetation. Another $125,000 will be to improve the city’s off-leash dog parks. The work will include new furnishings, play elements, and trees and shrubs along with the upgrading of drainage, surfacing, fencing, gates and signs. The original manual illuminated message board sign at the Nelson Avenue entrance to Bonsor Park will be replaced by an electronic message centre at a cost of $80,000. If there’s enough funds left over the city will also put a sign above the front entrance, and replace other signs. The city will also do various upgrades at Eileen Dailly Pool ($45,000), Cameron Rec Centre ($15,000) and C.G. Brown Pool ($15,000).

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B.C.’s Privacy Commissioner is examining the use of cruisermounted cameras by police to scan licence plates from passing vehicles. Critics have objected, citing privacy concerns, that the RCMP and other forces are using the platescanning technology for purposes beyond the original intent. The camera-equipped police cars scan passing or parked vehicle plates against ICBC and national police databases. Police instantly see if a car is stolen or uninsured—or if the probable driver is unlicensed, prohibited from driving, wanted by police or accused of a crime. Each time a flagged vehicle is detected, its time and location are recorded and kept for two years. Rob Wipond, one of three independent researchers whose work prompted the privacy investigation, said the criteria for generating actionable hits has crept from traffic violations to data like whether you’ve ever gone to court to seek child custody or had a mental health episode that involved police. That might seem laudable when it helps police find an abduction victim, solve a murder or keep sex offenders from parking outside schools. But Wipond envisions British-style uses, like recording the licence plates of vehicles coming to a lawful demonstration, then using ALPR to detect, intercept and slow the same protesters headed to future gatherings. Wipond theorizes police algorithms could one day decide that because someone went to a suspicious location, they should be flagged for closer scrutiny in the future—data that might result in them not being allowed to fly or cross borders. Would you be comfortable being tracked all the time? Would if affect your sense of freedom? We need to determine a fair and proportionate use for the technology, how to apply it while still respecting one’s right to privacy. – Black Press

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he B.C. Liberal government is taking its new hard-line approach to federal environmental hearings on the Enbridge Northern Gateway pipeline proposal in September. Environment Minister Terry Lake has filed the B.C. government’s notice to crossexamine Enbridge, one of the world’s biggest pipeline operators. Lake outlined the “tough questions” B.C. representatives will ask about spill response capacity on land and sea, tanker escort tugboats, pipe wall thickness, and Enbridge’s sluggish response to a pipeline rupture in Michigan. That’s all fine, and to be expected after Premier Christy Clark’s high-profile confrontation with Alberta Premier Alison Redford going into the recent premiers’ meeting in Halifax. Clark’s demands for “worldleading” safety and spill response, as well as meeting the constitutional obligation to consult and accommodate aboriginal groups along the route, are mostly a statement of the obvious. Her call for a “fair

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share” of proceeds from exported oil to reflect B.C.’s risk has been assaulted from all sides. Pipeline opponents seized on Clark’s suggestion that a major oil spill might be tolerable if there was enough money in it for B.C. NDP leader Adrian Dix picked up the theme as he conducted his own belated tour of the proposed route to reiterate his opposition. There had been earlier hints from Alberta that B.C. might need further rewards for the risk. But when Clark made the “fair share” demand public, Redford was moved to channel Margaret Thatcher, declaring: “The Premier of Alberta is not going to blink on royalties.” The lady’s not for blinking, but neither is B.C.’s Iron Snowbird, as Preston Manning dubbed Clark this spring. All this political theatre doesn’t

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amount to much. I’ll stand by my January prediction that the Enbridge proposal is unlikely to proceed, mainly due to the tangled state of aboriginal claims. Wealthy U.S. foundations that view the B.C. North Coast as their 500-year eco-experiment will be happy to help fund a decade of legal challenges, while continuing the media-spinning and protest support they are doing now. Even if some way can be found to levy a B.C. tax on revenues from the Northern Gateway pipeline, it’s no solution. For one thing, it would confer an advantage to the Trans-Mountain pipeline that has been shipping Alberta oil to Burnaby and the U.S. for more than 60 years. The competing expansion proposal by Trans-Mountain’s current owner, Kinder Morgan, shows the inconsistency of opposition to pipelines. Does anyone really believe that a new pipeline built to the highest standards ever would be too dangerous, while a 60-year-old pipeline is acceptable? Protesters have an easy target in

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Time for some third party involvement B.C.’s Auditor General finally released his damning report. Disclosing how MLAs are playing loosey-goosey with their expenses and other monies should have the public enraged. Why does this scandalous situation not equal the outcry a $16 glass of orange juice warranted? Is it because both the NDP and the Liberal Party have acted equally irresponsible? Voters will hopefully remember at the next trip to the polls the Auditor General’s recommendations of five years ago are only looked at now because of a more general disclosure. But, where is the public outrage? Fortunately voters now have a choice. One of the first concerns of our new leader of the BC Conservative Party, John Cummins, is integrity. This became absolutely clear in a speech delivered by our only sitting MLA, John Van Dongen, when he addressed attendees at a recent fundraiser in Burnaby. Those opposed to the carbon tax, the bankrolling of political parties by corporations or unions, and those concerned about public safety and getting our spending under control should seriously consider voting for the BC Conservative Party. Ariane Eckardt Riding President BC Conservative Party Burnaby North

Bravo metro vancouver Metro Vancouver has shown great resolve doing the right thing on the Brunette River while the federal government should hang its head in shame because of its negligence to salmon and the people of B.C. I’m referring to the newly built Cariboo Dam fishway which has restored fish to the area. For years, the Brunette River was used as a convenient industrial waste dump Then, as the public demanded more, individuals and groups moved forward to clean up and rebuild this stream, riffle by riffle. But one of the key sticking

points has always been the largely impassable blockage of seagoing fish at Cariboo Dam on the Brunette River. This dam had impeded the migration of salmon into the formerly rich spawning and rearing streams of the upper Burnaby Lake watershed, much of which has been impacted by urbanization and construction of Highway 1. The development and construction of a fish passageway for a low-head dam at the outlet of Burnaby Lake, was a no-brainer. The stage was set, over the last several decades, for a fishway to restore the complete watershed. Did Fisheries and Oceans Canada step up? Of course not. That would be too much to expect of this great federal regulatory protector of salmon habitat in our home and native land. (To be fair, there was a small group within DFO, who without funds encouraged this restoration work. They worked with partners such as Sapperton Fish and Game, SPEC and BCIT.) However, the agency that did the right thing was Metro Vancouver—largely on its own initiative. Admittedly, this is Metro Vancouver’s dam. But did DFO push, prod and/ or provide the proverbial carrot for Metro Vancouver to do the right thing? No. Metro Vancouver just did the right thing. Bravo Metro Vancouver. Salmon and migratory trout are now using this fishway to access the spawning and rearing habitats upstream of the Cariboo Dam. This was a great accomplishment, not only for building the fishway but for being visionary enough to do so. However, one must ask, what is the role of Fisheries if not to lead, encourage, prosecute, and in some cases fund, these projects? Yes, we have seen a multimillion-dollar hatchery built on the Capilano River.

But in general, Fisheries’ role in rebuilding streams and providing such fishways has been vacuous. It’s not just in B.C. that people and agencies are moving forward in redressing old dam issues. The instant success of fish reaching the upper reaches of the Elwha River, in Washington state, thanks to the decommissioning of the Elwha and Glines dams, shows other jurisdictions are taking their mandates seriously. On the flip side, Fisheries and Oceans Canada clearly is not. If it was just a matter of limited budgets, we might understand this. But Fisheries is supposed to be a catalyst for other levels of government, or agencies, such as Metro Vancouver or B.C. Hydro. For us in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows, a fish ladder around the Alouette dam would be a huge contribution – allowing salmon to overcome this man-made obstruction and reach their spawning grounds in the upper Alouette watershed. Clearly, Fisheries and Oceans doesn’t care. There hasn’t been one word of official support from Fisheries for this structure. BC Hydro sits in the weeds laughing because it doesn’t have to spend a cent on a structure that has been an impediment to fish passage for a century. We are not asking for the dam’s removal, just a low-cost fishway already designed and priced at $3M. Geoff Clayton Alouette River Management Society

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A10 NewsLeader Wednesday, August 8, 2012

BCGEU targets ministry offices Tom Fletcher Black Press

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Provincial government employees will stage a one-day strike at ministry offices in Surrey, Kelowna, Campbell River and 100 Mile House on Aug. 7, the second such action since rejecting the government’s wage offer. The B.C. Government and Service Employees Union served strike notice with the Labour Relations Board Thursday. Three forests ministry offices are targeted, with 40 staff in Surrey, 50 in Campbell River and 60 combined at

transportation and forest ministry offices in 100 Mile House. Another 30 union members in agriculture, health, environment and labour ministry jobs in Kelowna are to refuse a day’s work. The BCGEU repeated its promise that forest firefighting, courts, corrections and other essential services won’t be affected by rotating strike action. The first strike was at liquor distribution warehouses on July 3, after the union rejected an offer of a two per cent wage increase this year and another 1.5 per cent next year. The BCGEU is seeking about six per cent over two years after three years without a raise. Finance Minister Kevin Falcon has warned that with the province in deficit, the wage offer could be withdrawn. The government describes its current negotiating mandate as “co-operative gains,” where pay increases must be financed by cost reductions in work arrangement. The BCGEU proposed increasing revenues by opening more government liquor stores on Sundays, and deploying deputy sheriffs for traffic enforcement. Union negotiators said both ideas were rejected.


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Transit Police will start giving advance warning of where they will set up enforcement blitzes to nab transit fare cheaters. Spokesperson Anne Drennan said public notice of fare checks through the media, on the web and via Twitter will begin in September Black Press file as TransLink intensifies Transit Police will have another fare enforcement blitz in September. Each year, they its efforts to combat fare issue about 60,000 fare evasion tickets. cheating and make those who are caught pay their fines. “We think if we advise people write tickets on the system. tickets. where we’re going to be doing Until now only Transit Police Asked if that violation rate our fare checks they will realize could issue fines, but that power – just one per cent – was low, we are out there in force and is now extending to other Drennan said rates vary. they have to buy their fare TransLink security personnel “They always find when they tickets or they’ll be getting and SkyTrain attendants. go out there are people who violation tickets,” she said. A new fare enforcement blitz have not paid.” She said it’s a similar tactic that started July 23 saw Transit Transit Police issue close to to police telling the public Police check 10,000 passengers 60,000 fare evasion tickets a locations of speed traps and issue about 100 fare evasion year. – while it may help violators dodge a ticket the greater publicity increases awareness, THE 11TH ANNUAL SOUTH BURNABY NEIGHBOURHOOD HOUSE hopefully improving compliance. Drennan also noted the publicized blitzes aren’t the only spots fare SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2012 REGISTER YOUR TEAM cheats could be caught. Cost is $300 . Includes meals, prizes and fun. “Just because certain people might avoid Programs for the places where we’re SENIORS particularly ramping Programs for COMMUNITY up our enforcement doesn’t mean they won’t be checked at other Programs for locations.” FAMILIES New provincial legislation also takes effect in September giving TransLink wider Programs for powers to go after CHILDREN violators, most of whom did not pay their $173 fines. ICBC must now deny Finish licence and vehicle insurance renewals and TransLink will be able to tel 604- 431-0400 dispatch bill collectors, fax 604-431-9499 www.sbnh.ca among other potential info@sbnh.ca methods. Unpaid fare evasion fines averaged $4 million a year in recent years. TransLink will also get the paid fine revenue from now on, instead of the province. There will also be more enforcers able to

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consider the health of your in-laws when making plans. Many in-law suites are occupied by aging relatives who might not be able to get up and down stairs as easily as they used to. That makes accessibility of the suite a top priority. Typically, it’s best to locate in-law suites on the first floor, so relatives won’t find it difficult to get in and out of the suite. don’t overlook privacy. Just because your parents or in-laws will be moving in doesn’t mean they don’t still value their privacy. Chances are your relatives will initially feel as though they are invading your space and your privacy, so be sure the suite affords adequate privacy to all members of the household. It might be best to build the suite so it has its own separate entrance from the rest of the home. The suite should also have its own full bathroom and, if possible, its own kitchen area so your in-laws can cook for themselves and entertain their own guests without feeling like a burden. A second kitchen is also something to discuss with the municipality, as some locales prohibit having two complete kitchens in a single residence.

tailor certain amenities to the elderly. If your in-laws are older, install certain amenities, such as grab bars in the shower and bathroom, during the initial construction so you won’t have to make changes down the road. Install easy-open drawers and make sure the suite has ample lighting. rememBer to install safety features. Safety features like fire, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are a necessity. Make sure the alarms on each of these detectors are loud enough so elderly men and women who have hearing loss can hear them without issue. Make sure all walkways leading to the in-law suite have motion detecting lamps at night to reduce risk of falling. Also, if the suite will be a separate building from your house, such as a converted pool house or detached garage, install an intercom system that connects with the main house so your relatives can easily reach you in case of emergency. In-law suites are becoming more popular as a greater number of older adults are moving in with their adult children. Such suites can bring families closer together and prove beneficial for all parties involved.

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arlene Currie can’t actually remember when she first became a volunteer for the BC Seniors Games Society but she does remember she did come by it by default.

“A few years back the president of the society resigned and the vicepresident took over and they needed someone to fill in as vicepresident for the rest of the year,” she said. “I had no experience but it seemed like it wasn’t going to be a difficult job because it entailed mostly dealing with different sports. It really seemed like something I’d be interested in. “But when I found out the hours and the meetings and difficulties it entailed, I decided no way, this isn’t for me and since I knew I never wanted to be president because that job is full time so I did not run for vice-

president when the position came up the following year.” But when the position of rules chair became available, a volunteer position, she accepted the appointment and the former national women’s basketball player and coach has been doing it ever since. It has its challenges and her mandate is to ensure the Games are run according to the rules that are set down either for the sport or the ones that have been adjusted to allow seniors to compete. She isn’t without help. “We have two managers responsible for the Games that work closely with the host society. Sometimes there is a matter of interpretation and I don’t always have the answer so I have to look up the rules like anybody else, but it helps to have a committee of

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Darlene Currie is an avid softball player and the volunteer chair of rules for the upcoming BC Seniors Games.

seven others besides myself and we divide up the work, most of it goes through me and then we try and make it as fair for every event as possible.” The 25th anniversary Burnaby BC Seniors Games, Aug. 21-25,

will be massive with 26 events, a huge challenge for director of sport volunteer Wayne Peppard, who says Darlene has come to his rescue often. “She is to be congratulated for her commitment to the BC

Seniors Games Society,” he said. “Darlene chairs the rules committee at this vital time in setting our events schedules. She is now the key link in setting the stage for a successful 2012 Burnaby BC Seniors Games. We are extremely fortunate to have her dedication and energy.” And while the Games are underway Darlene will not be on the sidelines watching. She’ll be on the playing field participating in women’s slo-pitch. And that, too, came about by default. “When I was teaching, and I’ve been retired now for 15 years, one of my teaching partners said we need you to play slo-pitch and at the time I had a [rotator cuff] problem and I couldn’t even lift my arm but he didn’t care just that on their mixed team they needed a living, breathing 55-year-old female and I qualified and he didn’t care what my experience was although I had played some fast pitch.” Please see cuRRIE, A16


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• Established in 1987 with the assistance of the ministry responsible for sport. • Original premise: the sport and recreation development for seniors will have a direct bearing on the quality of life for older British Columbians • The BC Seniors Games Society Board oversees the Games through a service agreement with the BC Games Society to provide event management to the host organizing committee.

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• The BC Seniors Games Society receives funding from the Ministry of Community Sport and Cultural Development. • The host community board will receive this funding for the operation of the Games. • The City of Burnaby contributes cash and in-kind support to the Burnaby 2012 BC Seniors Games. • Corporate partners: Royal Canadian Legion BC/Yukon Command, the Province of B.C., Black Press (NewsLeader), Revera Retirement, the Independent Times, Salvation Army, TVW Magazine. • Local “friends of the Games” (business, industry etc.) will also contribute cash and in-kind donations to ensure a successful Games.

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Athletes compete from 12 zones across BC: 1. Vancouver Island South 2. Vancouver Island North 3. Fraser Valley 4. Lower Mainland 5. Okanagan-Similkameen 6. West Kootenay Boundary 7. East Kootenay 8. South Central 9. North Central 10. North West 11. Bulkley Valley-Lakes 12. Peace River-Liard

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At that point she started playing slo-pitch in a Lower Mainland league and continued to carry on playing in the Senior Games, “some 16 or 17 years now.” And her proudest moment through all this came a few years back when “We went from being token females on a mixed team to where we applied and received permission to have a women-only division where this year there are eight women’s teams playing all with reasonable good calibre so I think women’s slo-pitch should remain in the Games.” A native of Calgary, Darlene was active in high school as a fastball and basketball player,

the latter of which would eventually make her one of the finest women players and coaches in the sport in this country. She moved to Burnaby and for the next 35 years the now resident of New Westminster would become a household name in international women’s basketball circles leading Canadian teams to the Pan American Games in 1959, 1963 and 1967 as a player-coach. She became a full time coach following the ’67 Pan Am Games and took her teams to tournaments in Europe and South America and to the 1969 world championships in Cuba. She took the team to China in 1972, before it became

fashionable for oversees teams to travel for competition to that country. “I enjoyed playing when I was younger and coaching as I got older. And as you get older you realize you can’t do things you once could and have to accept that. But I still get great satisfaction seeing somebody enjoying the game I love.” And, we imagine, all playing by the rules.

Brian Pound is a former journalist with the Vancouver Province, Sun and Toronto Telegram, and is the chair of media and public relations for the 2012 Burnaby BC Seniors Games.

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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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I consent to stand for nomination and to participate in the Seniors of Distinction Awards. My name, photo and any personal information in this nomination form and supporting documentation may be used during the award ceremony, publications and possible media coverage. I understand that my personal details such as phone number, address or any other aspects of my personal information will not be shared and are treated as strictly confidential.

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Drop-In English Conversation Class: Burnaby Multicultural Society offers a drop-in conversation class. Anyone welcome for socializing while practicing English. Class accommodates all levels. When: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and Wednesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 to 4:15 p.m. Where: Burnaby

New West Cultural Crawl: New Westminster will come alive with creative colour as it celebrates its artists. This year’s 25 participating venues offer numerous opportunities to meet over 50 artists. Artists will be on site to answer questions about completed masterpieces, works in progress and even demonstrate how they bring materials to life. When: Aug. 11 and 12. Info: newwestculturalcrawl.com to map your route. Venues are organized in convenient neighborhood clusters including Sapperton, Downtown, Uptown, Vi c t o ry H e i g h t s a n d Queensborough.

Burnaby Blues and Roots Festival: Featuring Indigo Girls, Jimmie Vaughan and the Tilt-A-Whirl Band featuring Ann Barton, Amadou & Miriam, Meshell Ndegeocello, Kelly Joe Phelps, The Deep Dark Woods, The Washboard Union, No Sinner and more. General admission seating, all ages show. When: Saturday, Aug. 11, gates 12:30 p.m., show 2 p.m. Where: Deer Lake Park, Burnaby. Tickets: Early bird single tickets (until July 7) $65, advanced single tickets (to Aug. 10) $70, day of show single tickets $75, plus service charges, available at www. burnabybluesfestival.com or at 604-205-3000. Info: www.burnabybluesfestival. com. Concerts on the Quay presented by River Market:

Feature Artists Dustin Bentall & Kendel Carson. When: Sunday, Aug. 12, 2-5 p.m. Where: Westminster Quay Boardwalk at River Market. Parkinsons Support Group meeting: For those with Parkinson’s or who suspect they may have the disease, or are a caregiver or support person interested in sharing coping strategies. Guest speaker, Robbin Jeffereys. When: Monday, Aug. 13, 1 p.m. Where: Confederation Senior’s Centre, 4585 Albert St., Burnaby. Cost: $2.

BC Fuchsia & Begonia Society: Meeting, refreshments will be served. When: Monday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m. Where: St. Helen’s Catholic Church Gym, 3871 Pandora St., Burnaby. Info: Fran, 604 591-3262 or Elsie,

604 299-5438. Hiritan with Aegis: With all their high notes, bravura performances and tons of sentiments, Aegis’ music pierces right into the Filipino’s true expression of spirit. The band effectively brands a song through their guitar riffs and the belting voices of the vocalists. Aegis has released seven albums over their career that has consistently made the Gold and Platinum charts with hits such as “Luha” and “Halik”. When: Friday, Aug. 10, 7:30 p.m. Where: Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave., New Westminster. Tickets: $45 and $30 at 604-5215050, www.masseytheatre. com. Willingdon Community Fair: Carnival games, barbecue, displays, entertainment, raffles

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YO-IN Reverberation: Nikkei National Museum presents a new thought-provoking contemporary art exhibition reflecting on the Japanese Canadian internment and its legacy. When: Until Aug. 25. Where: Nikkei Place, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby. Info: 604-777-7000 or www. nikkeiplace.org.

Richard Major Art Group: A new season starts in S e p t e m b e r. T h i s n o n instructional group has openings for members, from beginners to advanced, interested in oils, acrylics, watercolours, ink pens, pencils and pencil crayons. When: Meets Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, Burnaby. Info: Pat, 604-2981432 or Tellma, 604-299-4053. B u r n a by A r t i s t G u i l d : Welcomes new members interested in painting, beginners or established painters. When: Meetings held each Tuesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Where: Shadbolt Centre for the Arts. Info: Judy Smith, 604-682-6720.

OngOing 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.

Social Dancing: Enjoy an afternoon or evening of social dancing at Bonsor Complex 55+. Each session has a live band, refreshments and a great atmosphere. When: Tuesday afternoons and Thursday nights, ongoing. Where: Bonsor Recreation Complex, 6550 Bonsor Ave., Burnaby. Cost: $5 members, $6 non-members. Info and schedules: 604-297-4580.

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.

Heritage Uke Club: Organized by Gord Smithers (Guitarist for Deadcats, Swank, ReBeat Generation & Wichita Trip), learn to play the ukulele, beginners welcome. When: Mondays, 6-8 p.m. Where: Heritage Grill, 447 Columbia St., New Westminster. Cost: suggested $5 donation. Info: http://tinyurl.com/6uy9h4h.

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. Cost: $4 drop-in, first night free. When: every Tuesday, 7- 9:30 p.m. Where: Charles Rummel Centre, 3630 Lozells, Burnaby Info: 604-436-9475.

Burnaby Historical Society: Guests speakers. Visitors welcome. When: Meets the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. Where: Carousel Building, Burnaby Village Museum, 6501 Deer lake Ave. Info: 604-297-4565. New Westminister and Distr ict Concert Band: Welcomes new members (1099 years) wanting to learn to play a musical instrument

(no strings) as well as players of all levels. It has three levels of players: beginners, intermediate and seniors. When: Monday and Thursday evenings. Where: Richard McBride School gym, New Westminster. Info: www. nwdband.com or Christine, 604-526-8996. 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: 604-2974453. Drop-In English conversation class: Burnaby Multicultural Society offers a drop-in conversation class. Anyone welcome for socializing while practising English. Class accommodates all levels. When: Every Wednesday, 2:15-4:15 p.m., and Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-12 p.m. Where: 6255 Nelson Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604-431-4131, ext. 27 or 29.

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.

Burnaby Writers’ Circle: Meets the first Wednesday of each month. When: 1:30 to 3 p.m. Where: Program Room 2, Confederation Seniors Centre, 4548 Albert St., Burnaby. Info: 604-9055024.Tuesday and Thursday Dance: Dance the winter blues away at Bonsor 55+ dance programs. Cost is $5 for members and $6 for non-members. Each dance has a live band and light refreshments served. When: Tuesday dances run 12-3 p.m. and Thursday night dance goes 7:30-10:30 p.m. Where: Bonsor Recreation Complex, 6550 Bonsor Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604-439-5510.

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class action since Merlo’s initial the allegations have not yet been claim was filed. heard in court and wouldn’t “We’ve heard from women until and unless a class action is ranging from constables up to certified. the senior ranks of the force,” “The RCMP has a he said. responsibility to protect itself “There is a common thread against unproven and harmful amongst all of the women who allegations,” he said. have contacted us,” Murray “If, after investigation, there said. are cases found to have merit, “They feel the RCMP the RCMP will give them the has cultivated an appropriate consideration.” atmosphere where Merlo worked for the discrimination against RCMP in Nanaimo from women happens where it 1991 to 2010. shouldn’t and [the force] Her allegations include has not taken adequate that male officers tried to steps to either avoid or position her next to an MacLeaN fix the problem.” inflatable naked female The initial day of doll that was kept at the hearings was procedural and detachment. no more dates are expected for Her claim recounts a barrage several months while senior of insults, derogatory comments government prepare responses. and sexual innuendo, sometimes So far the force has given with senior officers brandishing no indication it is prepared to sex toys or claiming to her negotiate, he said. husband that they’d had sex “If the RCMP wants to fight with her. tooth and nail, it will be a long process,” Murray said. “If the RCMP wants Jason Murray, lawyer to move forward quickly If the RCMP wants to fight tooth and make real change, the and nail, it will be a long process. opportunity is there.” Murray said he was troubled Her pregnancy was also by the RCMP’s “mud slinging” fodder for abuse, according response to the separate to the claim, which says male harassment lawsuit of former officers ridiculed her ability RCMP spokeswoman Cpl. to do her job while expecting Catherine Galliford. and that an angry supervisor The force denied her claims yelled at her when told she was of abuse and sexual assault and pregnant. painted her as an alcoholic who Merlo claims she received refused treatment. unfair treatment – male RCMP spokesman Cpl. Mounties could go on threeDavid Falls said the force is hour hockey games and got challenging the certification easier sick time and shift change because it doesn’t meet the arrangements than she did. twitter.com/jeffnagel criteria of a class action, adding

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.Jim’s Mowing www.jimsmowing.ca

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To apply for any of these positions please send your resume to: hr@neucel.com or Fax 250-284-7715. www.neucel.com

10 Customer Service positions available! Up to $20.00/hr paid weekly Must be outgoing and motivated!!!! Call Erica 604 777 2195

Performance • Industry Leader In The World Markets • Competitive Compensation Packages • Sustainable Business Practices • Progressive Environment

EXPERIENCED PROCESSOR OPERATOR REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY FOR A FULL TIME PERMANENT POSITION. 3-5 years experience with Waratah dangle head and related computer programs preferred. This is a full time, permanent position working in our post and rail yard in beautiful southern BC. Great working conditions, excellent wages, benefits and profit sharing. Please fax resume to 1250-295-7912 or email to elizabeth@pwppost.com

HELP WANTED

NEUCEL SPECIALTY CELLULOSE is a softwood dissolving sulphite pulp mill, located in peaceful, picturesque Port Alice, on the majestic West Coast of BC near the Northern tip of Vancouver Island. Do you appreciate sport fishing, hockey, mountain biking, golfing, scuba diving, hiking, camping, skiing, caving? Port Alice and the surrounding areas are a home base and playground for you and your family. Port Alice is a friendly town and a great place to raise children. Currently there are exciting employment opportunities at Neucel and we are looking for qualified and committed people to fill them. • 2nd Class Power Engineer • Electrician (2) • Millwright (2) • Vibration Analyst • Process Engineer • Maintenance Purchaser • Manufacturing Support Engineer • Shift Superintendent

EDUCATION

• Focus On Safety

www.tolko.com

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PARTS & SERVICES REPRESENTATIVES at Jacobson Ford Salmon Arm BC- We are looking for exciting, customer friendly, dynamic individuals capable of working in a fast paced work environment. Parts and service experience an asset but not necessary, email resume to: iwantacareer@jacobsonford.com

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

COMMERCIAL BEEKEEPING Certificate Program. GPRC Fairview Campus. Extensive study of beekeeping, queen rearing, and honey business. Paid work experience. Affordable on-campus residences. Starts January 7, 2013. Call Lin. 1780-835-6630; www.gprc.ab.ca/fairview IF YOU’RE INTERESTED in real estate, then take Appraisal and Assessment, a specialized two-year business major at Lakeland College’s campus in Lloydminster, Alberta. Your training includes assessment principles, computerized mass appraisal valuation of properties, farmland evaluation and property analysis. Start September; www.lakelandcollege.ca. 1-800661-6490, ext. 5429.

HELP WANTED

$100-$400 CASH DAILY for Landscaping Work! Competitive, Energetic, Honesty a MUST!

PropertyStarsJobs.Com An Alberta Construction Company is hiring Dozer and Excavator Operators. Preference will be given to operators that are experienced in oilfield road and lease construction. Lodging and meals provided. The work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Alcohol & Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction at 780-723-5051.

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BECOME A PROFESSIONAL COUNSELLOR Earn Your Diploma in 1 Year Applications being accepted for On campus and home study programs Call today for Career Options

(250)717-0412 www.counsellortraining.com

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INCOME TAX COURSE

EDUCATION

INTERESTED IN PSYCHOLOGY?

Chelsea Stowers Graduate

INSERTING MACHINE OPERATOR required for busy Alberta printing plant. Previous Alphaliner or other machine experience an asset. Mechanical & computer aptitude required; ejamison@greatwest.ca.

PCTIA

ACCREDITED

KELOWNA COLLEGE OF PROFESSIONAL COUNSELLING

CURRICULUM – During the 13-week course, students study the basics of income tax preparation including current laws, theory and application.

SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS RECEIVE an H&R Block certiÀcate of accomplishment and the opportunity to interview for employment with H&R Block. H&R BLOCK KNOWS TAXES and how to teach them. Our instructors are expertly trained and are experienced Block personnel who make each session an exciting experience with discussion sessions, reference materials and instructions using regulation forms and schedules.

CLASSES BEGIN MID SEPTEMBER. Choose between morning, after noon and evening sessions. Applicants need only the willingness to learn about taxes. THE TUITION COST covers the complete course, including textbooks, all materials, reference guides and registration. FULL DETAILS ARE AS CLOSE AS YOUR PHONE. Just call for complete details on class locations, starting dates, tuition, etc. REGISTER TODAY! Register online at hrblock.ca or call 1-877-32BLOCK (322-5625) for details.

Enrolment restrictions may apply. Enrolment in, or completion of, the H&R Block Income Tax Course is neither an offer nor guarantee of employment. © 2009 H&R Block Canada, Inc. CNTTSA_001


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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

BOSTON Pizza New West 1045 Columbia St. V3M 1C4 Permanent full time pizza cook to ensure quality control measures & health standards are followed.Shift 5:30PM - 2:30AM.Min 3 yrs exp. English speaking. $14.35/ hr.Mail, drop-off or fax resume to (604) 5253384.

Canuel Caterers BC’s largest High School Cafeteria Company with over 50 locations is now interviewing for September. Team leader, counter attendants / cashiers / food prep, 4-8 hour shift during the school year to start at a high school near you. Fax resume to 604-575-7771. F/T Sushi Chef (Burnaby) Gaya Japanese sushi. $18.75/hr. Eng. / Kor is beneficial. 3-5 yrs exp. High school grad. (604)368-0086

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 136A JANITORIAL SERVICES JANITORIAL STAFF req in Surrey Burnaby & Vancouver area. Various shifts. Fax resume 604-270-0443

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AUTOMATED TANK MANUFACTURING INC. is looking for welders. Due to a huge expansion to our plant located in Kitscoty, Alberta, 20km west of Lloydminster. We have openings for 10-3rd year apprentices or journey person welders. We offer best wage in industry. 3rd yr apprentice $28-$30/hr, journey person $32-$35/hr, higher with tank experience. Profit sharing bonus plus manufacturing bonus incentive. Full insurance package 100% paid by company. Good working environment. Join a winning team. Call Basil or Blaine at; (office)780-846-2231; (fax)780-8462241 or send resume to: blaine@autotanks.ca production@autotanks.ca Keep your feet on the ground in a safe welding environment through inhole manufacturing process. No scaffolding or elevated work platform. CERTIFIED ELECTRICIANS WANTED for growing northern company. Competitive wages and benefits. Safety tickets needed. Fax 250-775-6227 or email: info@torqueindustrial.com. Apply online: www.torqueindustrial.com.

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CERTIFIED MILLWRIGHTS NEEDED for growing northern company. Competitive wages and benefits. Safety tickets necessary. Fax resume to 250-775-6227 or email: info@torqueindustrial.com. Online: www.torqueindustrial.com.

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Land Use Forester Job & application details can be viewed at: http://www.westernforest.com /building-value/our-people -employment/careers

Send resume via fax 604-241-5301 or

TICKETED Crane Operator in the West Kootenay Area with experience/Ability up to 75 ton crane send resume to wkm@shawcable.com

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HELP WANTED

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Qualifications:

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

WE OFFER Competitive Wages & Full Benefits

ACCOUNTING BOOKKEEPING SERVICES

Please e-mail resumes: amanda@supersave.ca or Fax: 604.534.3811

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

Super Save is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

Start any Sprott-Shaw Community College program between July 1, 2012 - Aug. 20, 2012 and earn up to $1,000* towards tuition.

The Richmond Review has an immediate opening for an experienced Advertising Consultant. By joining the number one community newspaper serving Richmond, you can develop a rewarding career in advertising and marketing while contributing to one of the most culturally diverse communities in Canada. The team environment at The Richmond Review will inspire you to the highest level of customer partnership and reward your motivated approach to excellence. You should be a strong communicator, well organized, self motivated and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. Print and/or online advertising sales experience is preferred. A car and a valid driver’s license are required. The Richmond Review is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private independent newspaper company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii. Send your resume with cover letter by Friday, August 17, 2012 to: Elana Gold, admanager@richmondreview.com The Richmond Review #1-3671 Viking Way, Richmond, BC, V6V 2J5 the richmond

Practical Nursing ● Healthcare Assistant ● Medical Offi ce Assistant ● Pharmacy Assistant ● Community Support Worker ● Early Childhood Education ● Legal Secretary ● Business Management ●

*Not all programs available at all campuses

Call Our New West Campus:

604-520-3900

Join us on Facebook: http://facebook.com/sprottshaw

www.blackpress.ca

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

Call: Rick (604) 202-5184

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#1113 LOW COST ELECTRIC Panel upgrade, trouble shooting Lic & Bonded. Alfred 604-522-3435

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.

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

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*conditions apply

CONCRETE & PLACING

DALL’ANTONIA CONCRETE Seniors disc. Friendly, family bus., 40+ yrs. 604-240-3408/604-299-7125

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

SUMMER GRANTS!

NUTRITION/DIET

SLIM DOWN FOR SUMMER! Lose up to 20 lbs in just 8 weeks. Call Herbal Magic today! 1-800-8545176

• Strong command of the English Language • 3rd or 4th year apprentices • Certified journeymen • Driver’s licence • Self-starter

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FITNESS/EXERCISE

BROKEN Stick Hockey League Now accepting adult teams! www.bshockey.ca for more info!

Wanted For Surrey, Kamloops & Vernon.

bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

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MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877776-1660.

HIGH VOLTAGE!

EDUCATION

www.sprottshaw.com

TRADES, TECHNICAL

Apply to: Info@westmansteel.ca or fax: 604-530-6463

Concrete Finishers

pclvancouverjobs@pcl.com

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WESTMAN STEEL Industries in Langley is seeking a career minded and mechanically inclined individual to join our team. The successful candidate will have experience in steel production equip. including forklift, cranes, and press brake. Day & afternoon shifts available, PT/FT.

Western Forest Products Inc.

PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc. is seeking skilled Concrete Finishers for patch and concrete surface repairs for projects in the GVRD. Good knowledge of methods and products used to patch/repair concrete walls and columns required.

TRADES, TECHNICAL

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

PRODUCTION WORKER

WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

Heavy Duty Mechanic Dunkley Lumber Ltd. operates a modern and sophisticated SPF dimension Sawmill / Planer facility at Strathnaver, B.C., 40 km north of Quesnel, B.C. Our quality lumber products are sold in North America and overseas markets. We currently have an opening for a Heavy Duty Mechanic. The ideal applicant will hold an interprovincial ticket; however, apprentices in the latter stage of their training are also encouraged to apply. We are looking for an individual who is motivated, takes pride in their work and is very safety conscious. If you have these characteristics and desire to work as part of our team, please submit your resume to: Personnel Coordinator Dunkley Lumber Ltd. P.O. Box 173 Prince George, BC V2L 4S1 Phone: (250) 998-4230 Fax: (250) 998-4513 Email: hr@dunkleylumber.com All applications will be treated in strict confidence. We thank all applicants for their interest in this job position, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Become a Psychiatric Nurse in your own community There is an urgent need for more Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPN), particularly outside the urban areas of the province. And with the workforce aging – the average age of a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in BC is 47 years – the number of retirees from the profession is exceeding the number of graduates. Entry-level earnings start at $30.79/hour to $40.42/hour. Train Locally – The only program of its kind in BC, students can learn within their local communities via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements, and some regional classroom delivery. This 23 month program is accredited by the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of BC (CRPNBC). Government student loans, Employment & Labour Market Services (ELMS), band funding & other financing options available to qualified applicants.

Toll Free:

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GARDENING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

329 PAINTING & DECORATING STAN’S PAINTING

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

bradsjunkremoval.com

Haul Anything...

Comm. & Res. BBB, WCB.

But Dead Bodies!!

KITCHEN & BATH RENO’S

604.

Tiles, Plumbing, Under floor Heating etc.

Seniors Discount Book by end of Aug. - 10% off. 25 yrs exp. Guarantee on work. Refs. (604)773-7811 or 604-432-1857

220.JUNK(5865)

DISPOSAL BINS Residential & Commercial Services

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ABOVE THE REST “ Int. & Ext., Unbeatable Prices, Professional Crew. Free Est. Written Guarantee. No Hassle, Quick Work, Insured, WCB. Call (778)997-9582

Concrete, Forming, Framing & Siding. Crews available for new construction & additions Patrick 604-218-3064 MLG ENTERPRISES All Aspects Landscaping & Garden Solutions

OF Home (604)501-9290

• Portable Toilets • Fencing • Containers • Waste Management • Storage

We Recycle! GO GREEN!

A-TECH Services 604-230-3539

PAINT SPECIAL

www.EconPro.com 604-882-2733

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

RECYCLE YOUR JUNK!

Running this ad for 8yrs

D.J PAINTING Interior & Exterior • Drywall Repair • Many Years Experience Free estimates

604-258-7300 cell: 604-417-5917

Getting a job couldn’t be easier!

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HOME REPAIRS

RECYCLE-IT!

JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly

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

REAL ESTATE ACREAGE

603

750

COQUITLAM: Douglas College. 2 bdrm, modern grnd lvl, full patio, sliding drs, grdn suite, Full bath, shower, w/d, 3 app. Alarm sytem. Prkg. Inc utils. $1000: 1 bdrm $850: n/s, n/p. Aug. 1. 604-805-2471

OFF grid 10 Acre 2300’ House, Creek on Prop. Water rights, Pwr. Sys. Must sell now 250K Yallakom Valley, Lillooet 250-256-7166

PORT COQUITLAM, N. 3 bdrm hse (main flr) 2 bath. F/P. Lndry. Yard. $990+2/3 utils.ns/np. 604-306-1701

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

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TRUCKS & VANS

2009- Super Lite- 26 FT Grey Wolf Trailer - 1 slide out, sleeps 6, a/c, 3 piece bath, full kitchen. 15 ft awning. $16,000: (604)532-0726

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2003 CHEV SUBURBAN Z71, black, rebuilt trans. w/warranty, used eng. new B.J. & brakes. Inspected $7995obo 604-826-0519

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

Metal Recycling Ltd. We Pay CA$H For •Auto •Scrap Metals •Batteries •Machinery •Lead

MARINE

Scotty 604-313-1887

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SUITES, UPPER

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AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 TOP CA$H PAID TODAY For SCRAP VEHICLES!

BOATS

2 hr. Service www.a1casper.com (604)209-2026

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. Call Now! 604-451-6676 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

www.dannyevans.ca

TRANSPORTATION

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

BURNABY

Gable Gardens 1 & 2 bdrms, available Cable included, cat okay Walk to Highgate 604-521-3448

806

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

ANTIQUES/CLASSICS

1965 MUSTANG Coupe 289, auto, no rust. Runs good. Lots of work done. Needs paint job. $6800: (778)889-3079

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022 .One 4 Yacht 604.669.2248

The Scrapper

1974 VW BEETLE COVERTIBLE,4 spd. Looks & runs good. May trade. $3,800 obo. 778-908-5164. AUTOS: To buy or sell your car, truck, RV, van, 4x4 or trailer - this category has it all. You’ll also find automotive supplies and classic cars for sale, or you can list the vehicle you’re seeking. call 604.575.5555

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AUTO FINANCING

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

604.587.5865

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

RECREATIONAL/SALE

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

www.recycleitcanada.ca

TRANSPORTATION

1995 PROWLER 5TH WHEEL 25.ft, slide out, fully contained, with shed, large deck and holding tank at Lakeview RV site at Nicola Lake in Merrit BC $10,000 Phone (604)826-6256 Bill

NEW WEST - 1 bdrm bsmt suite n/s, n/p. no drugs. $700/mo util incl. Avail. Sept. 1. (604)522-4470 PORT COQUITLAM N.Side 1 bdrm util incl 1 prkg, sh ldry suit 1, $750m NS/NP Sept 1 604-942-7000

HOMES WANTED

TRANSPORTATION

SUITES, LOWER

COQUITLAM, 1018 Quadling Ave. Avail Aug 15th. 1 Bdrm bsmt ste in 4-plex. 4 Appls, peaceful backyard, close to shopping & bus. $775/mo. No Pets. 604-454-4540.

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

• Estate Services • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses & More!

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MAPLE PLACE TOWERS

JOBS: Whether you’re looking to find or fill a position, this is where your search begins. Call bcclassified.com 604.575.5555

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.

SUNDECKS

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

Call 604-421-1235 www.aptrentals.net .Canadian Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service

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

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Rubbish Removal, Caring for the Earth. Professional Quality Service at Great Rates. 604-787-8782

Always! deliver Top soil, bark mulch, sand & gravel. 7days/wk. Simon 604-230-0627 will spread

If I can’t do it It can’t be done

MATTRESSES starting at $99

627

Improvements,

(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

FURNITURE

A NEW QUEEN MATTRESS SET Still in Original Plastic! Must Sell! Only $125 - CALL: 604-484-0379

RENTALS

752

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

548

Serving The Lower Mainland Since 1988

BUDGET PAINTING, 25% Off Special, Int,Ext,Res,Comm, 15 Yrs Experience, Excellent References, Senior Discounts, Free Estimates, 1(604)619-1517

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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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

.Enterprise Plumbing, Heaitng, Gasfitting

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS

NEW WESTMINSTER

DORIC MANOR Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-782-9108 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

PETS

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

Local & Long Distance

$45/Hr

477 10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

PETS

BOXER PUP, 8 weeks old, male. Family raised. Declawed, tail docked, shots, health cert., exc. quality $975. 604-820-0027 Mission BOXER PUPPIES, white, 10 wks old, tails docked, dewclws, 1st shots, $400. Ready. 604-476-0766. BOXER PUPS, family raised, declaws, tails, vaccinated, health cert exc quality. $975. 604-341-1445 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

604-537-4140

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

BEST RATE MOVING EXPERIENCED MOVERS WITH AFFORDABLE RATES. Starting $40/hr. LICENSED & INSURED. ✶ Local & Long Distance ✶ ✶Seniors Discount. ✶

FIVE STAR ROOFING All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. (604)961-7505, 278-0375

(604)787-8061 GET THE BEST FOR YOUR MOVING From $40/Hr Licensed - Insured 1 to 3 men Free estimate/Senior discount Residential & Commercial 778-773-3737

GL ROOFING. Cedar shakes, Asphalt Shingles, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters. $80. 604-240-5362

JACK RUSSELL pups 1F 1M. 9wks old Short legs, smooth coat. Dew claws done. $500. 778-883-6049 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 P/B Choc. lab puppies, 5M, 6F, born June 27, CKC reg. vet✓ $750. 604-217-6551 or 604-825-1730 PITBULL, female, 6 mth old, vet checked, 1st 3 shots done. Phone (604)864-2795

SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

SHELTIES SABLE COLOUR full white collars, selecting and caring for loveable precious puppies. Take pups home Aug 11 (604)826-6311

329 PAINTING & DECORATING A-1 PAINTING CO. 604.723.8434 Top Quality Painting. Floors & Finishing. Insured, WCB, Written Guarantee. Free Est. 20 Years Exp.

AWD Interior/Ext Painting. Drywall/Ceiling Repairs. Call Will for a Free Estimate. (778)709-1081

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

BUSINESS AND FINANCE: Seeking a business opportunity or partner? Posting legal notices? Need investors, agents or distributors, this is where you advertise. bcclassified.com

AFFORDABLE MOVING

1997 Toyota 4Runner: Great family 4x4, 3.4 litre V6 with 260,331 km. Running boards, tow package, sunroof and windscreen add flexibility for hauling and holidaying. Air conditioning, power windows, cruise control, alloy wheels, dual front air bags/ABS brakes, newer timing belt, tires and service history. $6,000 OBO. Call 604-521-4932 and leave message.

236 - 8th St.

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 542

FRUIT & VEGETABLES

BLUEBERRIES. U-PICK $1.30 lb. WE-PICK $2.00 lb. 19478 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Pitt Mead. 763-2808

356

RUBBISH REMOVAL FLEETWOOD WASTE Bin Rentals 10-30 Yards. Call Ken at 604-294-1393

CHERRY JUBILEE Sour Cherries 2017 - 272nd St., Aldergrove. Open Until Friday, August 10th 8:00a.m. - 3:00p.m. Call to Order: 604-856-5844

851 NEW WESTMINSTER

Large newly renovated 1, 2 & 3 bdrm. units available from $950 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

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

1-800-910-6402

www.PreApproval.cc DL# 7557 WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Christmas in August $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-5936095.

818 709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

CARS - DOMESTIC

3400sf Warehouse 641 Lougheed Hwy 3 phase, sm office, heated, 20x12 door. $2900m. 604-504-1825

2001 NEON LX 2.0L, 4 dr A/C, P/W, sunroof, new rad, rear brakes, near new tires & battery Aircared to 2014 $2900. (604)460-9636

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2004 SEABRING, 158,000k, auto, pb., ps., pw., pl, good cond. $2500. (604)467-1664

HOMES FOR RENT

BURNABY exec. home on Mona Ave. 4 bdrm. & den, 4 baths, new appl., $2975 mo. Sept 1. C.21Prudential 604-351-9452 COQUITLAM. Renov. 4 bdrm, 2/bath, lrg f/rm. Fncd yd. N/S, N/P. $2100. Avail Sept 1. 604-761-9235

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OFFICE/RETAIL

PROFESSIONAL OFFICE / RETAIL SPACE Near Coquitlam Centre Phone 604-552-4443

2009 Saturn Astra XE, 4 dr h/b. Automatic. Options. Silver. 18,000 kms. $7800/firm. 604-538-4883

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1997 TOYOTA CAMRY XLE. 4 dr. standard. 223,000 kms. No accd’s. Still in great shape. Reg. serviced. $2600 778-344-5008; 604-850-8899 2005 HONDA CIVIC SE 4 dr auto a/c, c/w 4 new winter tires on rims, 2yr ext warr. $8000. 604-531-3562 2006 JETTA 2.0T 73,000 kms. fully loaded, org owner. s/rf hid hd/lights, dsg auto. $14,900. 604-307-9159. 2008 Honda Civic, 2dr, auto, a/c, 95,000km, extended warranty installed halo HID and sub woofer, excellent condition. $16,000 firm. 604-796-2219 2011 NISSAN VERSA 4/dr h/back, auto, 25,000/km, red, many options, $8800/firm. 604-538-9257.

TRUCKS & VANS

2006 GM Uplander. 7 seater van. $3200. Good condition. Gold. 180,000 kms. (778)241-2037 2008 FORD 350, diesel. Black. $27,000. Call 604-589-6032 or 604807-6022

Notice is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of GEORGINA FLOWERS TATTERS, otherwise known as GEORGINA F. TATTERS and GEORGINA TATTERS, deceased, late of #219 – 1945 Woodway Place, Burnaby, British Columbia, are hereby required to send particulars of their claims to the Executor at the following address: C/O McQuarrie Hunter LLP, Barristers & Solicitors Attention: ALLISON M. CATHERWOOD #1500 – 13450 102nd Avenue Surrey, B.C. V3T 5X3 before the 29th day of August, 2012, after which date the Executor will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to claims of which the Executor then has notice.


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