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Council nixes daycare plan City to take the cash for Value Village project Wanda chow
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Burnaby South Rebels guard Taylor Smith tries to block Eric Rogers of the Sardis Falcons during a first-round match at the B.C. AAA senior boys high school basketball championships in Langley on Wednesday morning. The Rebels won 73-69 to advance to the quarter-finals Thursday evening. The tournament wraps up Saturday. For more, see page a19.
New school sparks complaints Concerns include out-of-order toilets, water fountains Wanda chow
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A Burnaby Central secondary student is so fed up with the new school building, which opened less than two years ago, that he’s started a petition to have the complaints discussed at a school board meeting. Grade 10 student Denny Pai wrote to the NewsLeader and to assistant superintendent and former
Central principal Roberto Bombelli about his concerns, and collected close to 100 signatures on a petition over a couple of days last week. Pai said he decided to take the action after being frustrated with long lineups at school washrooms and finding toilets, faucets and water fountains frequently out of order. His list of complaints include a lack of garbage cans in classrooms, air conditioning vents blowing cold air during the winter, drama and gym equipment being stored in
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Rebecca English is almost six years old. She’s never been invited to a birthday party. It’s not that she lacks friends or playmates, explains her father Howie. Rebecca has Down Syndrome, and that scares some of their parents. So to help overcome some of those fears and raise awareness about Down Syndrome, Howie is embarking on his second Sky Walk, from his home in Maple Ridge to the Down Syndrome Research Foundation in North Burnaby, on March 23. The 21-mile trek is fitting as Trisomy 21 is the technical term for the genetic anomaly of an extra 21st chromosome that results in physical and developmental challenges. English says when doctors at the hospital informed him and his wife of their daughter’s Down Syndrome and some medical
issues that could limit her life expectancy, he was initially overwhelmed. But after catching his breath, he was ready to tackle the challenges that lay before his family. “I realized what a special child I have,” says English, who owns Kaplan’s Deli in Vancouver. “They’re your life, you’d do anything for them.” One of those things was connecting with DSRF, who were able to map out a plan for Rebecca, hook her up with medical and community resources. “You’re not alone,” says English. “My eyes welled up with the understanding of what we needed to do for our daughter, the great things we can achieve with her.” Now a vivacious little girl, Rebecca attends elementary school with her two siblings. But getting to that point hasn’t always been easy, says English.
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Howie English holds his daughter Rebecca, 5, who has Down Syndrome, while her sisters Rachel, 9, left, and Renee, 12, read a story. English is walking 21 miles from his home in Maple Ridge to the Down Syndrome Research Foundation in North Burnaby to raise money and awareness for the genetic anomaly.
Support hasn’t always been available, resources are sometimes limited by budget constraints. “You find out about all the inadequacies in our system,” says English. “People want to help, but there’s not enough money.” That’s how he got the idea for
his Sky Walk. Last year he trekked 167 kilometres from Pitt Meadows to Whistler. It took him 31 hours, but he was able to raise thousands of dollars for the DSRF and the Lower Mainland Down Syndrome Society.
“It was the most painful thing I’ve ever done,” says English of that effort. This year’s walk is a little more modest, but no less arduous. To prepare, English has been bookending his 14-hour days at his restaurant with hourlong walks around a track in Coquitlam in all kinds of weather. English says his goal is to raise $10,000 for the DSRF. But more importantly, he wants to send a message of solidarity with other families facing the challenges of bringing up a child with Down Syndrome as well raise awareness in the community. “Awareness is everything,” says English. • The Sky Walk will conclude at the Down Syndrome Research Foundation, 1409 Sperling Ave., with a finish-line celebration at 12:30 p.m. March 23, followed by a community barbecue. To donate go to www.dsrf.org/skywalk
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At the time, council referred the issue back to the community development committee for discussion. On Monday, it followed the committee’s recommendation and decided to simply take the cash. Coun. Colleen Jordan, chair of the community development committee, said at Monday’s meeting that $5 million is a lot of money to be used to create 70 childcare spaces. Burnaby city hall owns five childcare centres in the city, three of which were built with community benefit funds, said Jordan. The last one built with such funds was in 2005, which cost roughly $2 million. With the potential influx of money from the Value
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work was completed, Errico said. The occasional plugged toilet or water fountain that doesn’t work are “isolated incidents,” he said, noting the fountains, designed to fill personal water bottles are popular with students. The building actually doesn’t have air conditioning but rather a geothermal heating and cooling system that administrators were told would take about a couple years to adjust to their preferences, he said. The cold air being blown into classrooms is actually fresh air from outside, and the system is continually being monitored and tweaked. Garbage cans are located in hallways along with recycling bins to encourage recycling, instead of students throwing everything into the
trash. The move has resulted in a significant reduction in the garbage being sent to the landfill, Errico said. He agreed equipment is being stored in hallways but only while the school sorts through it all and awaits proper shelving and storage hardware to be installed in designated storage areas. Pai’s complaint about overcrowded hallways is related to his difficulty in getting to his lower-level locker. The old Central didn’t have enough lockers, forcing its 1,300 students to share, Errico said. The new Central tries to solve that by providing halfsize lockers, stacked on top of each other, to each student, making the issue likely more one of students not being respectful of others. TVs and video
monitors that Pai considers a waste of money are there to display announcements to students and the touch-screen near the front entrance is actually a requirement of the school’s LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) gold status, to provide information on the school’s energy use and sustainability. And unlike a brand new school, a replacement school such as Central’s doesn’t generally come with brand new equipment for science labs, Errico noted. With old equipment brought over from the old building, it’s not unusual to have some pieces that don’t work. “Generally, students believe it’s a fantastic building,” he said, noting he plans to talk to those who signed the petition to discuss their concerns. Grade 12 student Alesia Dicicco, a co-prime minister on student council, said she’s occasionally heard some students’ complaints but understood the situation better after talking with school administrators. The washroom issues also existed at the old school, Dicicco noted, saying it’s likely more an issue of the volume of students using them. Anytime there’s 700 girls using three washrooms “you’re going to have issues.”
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People living near Forest Lawn Cemetery are on edge due to the prospect of heavy truck traffic returning as construction continues on new plots. The City of Burnaby Environmental Awards Program recognizes the A large delegation outstanding environmental achievements of individuals, groups, attended Monday’s MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER organizations and companies in Burnaby. council meeting to The movement of dump trucks from a construction project at Forest Lawn Cemetery along a nearby residential street has been a contentious issue for neighbours. hear area resident We are currently seeking nominations for the 2013 Environment Ron Thompson speak Awards in the categories of Business Stewardship, against the truck Communications, Community Stewardship, Green Choices, traffic. Lawn would see the trucks order to try and make your lives Planning & Development and Youth. Nominations will be The first phase of enter at Royal Oak’s southern miserable.” construction started last spring entrance and exit via the one on Coun. Nick Volkow, a truck received until April 15, 2013. and resulted in numerous Moscrop. driver himself, said he was To fill out a nomination form, or to find out more information about heavy trucks, including dump Thompson said it doesn’t unaware of the situation and the Burnaby Environment Awards, check out our website at trucks, cement trucks, flatbeds make sense why the northern noted Burnaby has the power to and semi-trailers, entering entrance can’t be used since the enforce its own truck bylaw. www.burnaby.ca/environmentawards or call 604-294-7400. and exiting the cemetery on construction is taking place at Volkow said he also believes Make a nomination and show your support Moscrop Street. the northwestern end of the the northern cemetery entrance for Burnaby’s environmental leaders. Following resident cemetery site, it’s closest to the make the most sense. complaints, Burnaby city truck route and has the least Engineering director Barry bylaw officers ticketed the impact on area residents. Davis said staff would review truckers which led them to use The truck traffic is expected the delegation’s comments and the cemetery’s north entrance to continue for up to 90 days, prepare a report to council on instead for the remainder six days a week from 7:30 the issue. Environment Awards 2013 Newsleader ad.indd 1 04/03/2013 9:31:48 AM of that construction phase. a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday to Meanwhile, Jarma Del Thompson noted that the north Saturday. All the staging work Rosario, general manager of entrance is actually closest to will take place on cemetery Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Burnaby’s designated truck property and not on Moscrop expressed frustration at the route on Canada Way and as it was last year. process. offers the widest driveway. 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No easy solution for child care Last month, while on her post-budget press tour, Premier Christy Clark announced a $76-million child-care funding plan that the BC Liberals plan to roll out over the next three years, should they win this spring’s provincial election. The funding would include $32 million to create new child-care spaces, $37 million to improve the quality of early years services and $7 million to strengthen and co-ordinate early childhood development programs. Critics say the Liberals’ plan will barely scratch the surface of fixing the issue of unaffordable child care in this province. With the critique comes the renewed call for universal child care for a flat fee of $10 per day, similar to Quebec’s much-revered child-care program. Clark’s announcement was the kind of pre-election-season promise we’ve heard a time or two before in this province, and one that, frankly, a few years ago I would have pretty much completely ignored. But a lot has changed for me in the past few years – namely, my husband and I became parents
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Mayor’s statements on affordable housing misleading NothiNg wroNg Re: Burnaby pitches in close to 21,000 new units. with iNciNerators for accessible housing We have developed (NewsLeader, March 8) successful partnerships with Re: Where will garbage incinerator I would first like to clarify many municipalities and go? (Letters, NewsLeader, Feb. 27) that contrary to Mayor Derek have offered to partner with I find it difficult to agree with Corrigan’s statement, “The the City of Burnaby on both one of Garth Evan’s concerns. only two parties that weren’t permanent shelters and In Lowell Green’s book Here’s contributing, if you noticed, supportive housing. Proof Only We Conservatives Have were the federal and provincial But the city offered no Our Heads Screwed on Straight is a governments who weren’t in contributions so the projects picture of a sci-fi looking structure. there at all.” were never realized. The government of B.C. was The article notes the City of It turns out to be an incinerator never approached or asked to Burnaby rejected a request for in Vienna. Green fills eight pages with easy-to-understand statistics be a partner in this housing capital costs for the Hastings how this plant converts garbage project at 4555 Hastings St. Street development. into power right in a residential Further, while the mayor In fact, much of their neighbourhood without disturbing indicates the province “grant” is for development a single sensitive Vienna resident. has offered no money for fees and servicing costs that And here I thought Vienna is affordable housing, the facts will go right back to the city. speak otherwise: It seems the congratulations only known for music and fine • 358 new units of affordable for this project belong with the baked goods. Should we not be able to duplicate this, regardless housing have been created in developer and the Vancouver of where the wind is coming from? Burnaby by the province since Resource Society who saw a Or do we listen far too much to 2001. In the last two years need in the community and our eco-terrorists who are seldom we have opened two assisted took action. Rich Coleman reined in these days? living developments for seniors B.C. Minister Ziggy Eckardt and people with disabilities, Responsible for Housing Burnaby invested in renovations to family housing at Hillside Gardens and housing for elder women at risk of homelessness. • $14 million was Tina’s Week 3 invested by the province challenge: Create a last year to deliver ‘green’ themed meal affordable housing for for St. Patrick’s Day. Burnaby residents; and See Green Fighters • 6,502 Burnaby FB page Tina is working on leading households benefit from provincially-funded a healthier life and wants to continue affordable housing this with the Kin’s Green Fighters challenge. services. This includes Tina Palazzo hasn’t lost any weight two weeks into Kin’s Green Fighters Challenge, more than 3,700 seniors but she says she’s eating better and feeling better. households, close to Since embarking on the Challenge, Palazzo says she’s eating out less, 2,400 families and 290 paying attention to what she’s eating and reading labels. Add that to the 30 minute walks Palazzo is doing every day, and her plan units dedicated to people to begin aqua aerobics twice a week once Eileen Daily pool reopens on with disabilities. March 16, and she says she’s confident the pounds will start to peel off. We would of course “As the fitness kicks in… we will find those muscles that are hidden welcome project somewhere within my body,” says Palazzo. proposals from any local March 15, 2013 government. The province Height: 5’6” / Weight: 162 lbs works closely with Current Fitness Level: I work out occasionally municipalities and Goal: In many ways my life feels on track, but physically it doesn’t. non-profit organizations I want to be healthier and more fit. to help increase the Fundraising Goal: $750 donation to the Canadian Cancer Society availability of affordable housing. Partnerships are vital—creating FIGHTERS affordable housing does Fit ’n’ Healthy with Kin’s not rest with any group. It is a shared Follow Tina and find out who her responsibility between opponents are at all levels of government kinsgreenfighters.com and the community itself. Over the last decade Find us on Find us on Facebook the B.C. government Facebook facebook.com/kinsfarmmarket has invested more than $3.2 billion in affordable #kinsgreenfighters housing and created
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and fruit to those who might not otherwise be able to afford them. A special garden party at St. Thomas More secondary school on Thursday launched this year’s growing season. Gardeners and prospective gardeners were able to get tips for planting from experts like Brian Minter as well as June Hewko from Lee Valley Tools and Mike Lascelle, who gave a tour of edible flowers and leaves. Donating a portion of his harvest is a neighbourly way of addressing the age-old problem faced by gardeners who inevitably end up with more than their family and friends could possibly eat, says Woodson. It’s also a way to share his love for fresh, healthy, locally-grown produce. “Food shouldn’t be elitist,” says Woodson, who contributed almost 50 pounds of squash last season, as well beets, cucumbers, beans, tomatoes, onions and salad greens. “Everyone should be able to eat locally.” It’s also educational, says LeDoux, who’s in charge of
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One of my other jobs was as a website designer and while studying database design I was fascinated by the relationships of data. Oneto-many, one-to-one, many-to-many provided models of how data interacted. I began to see art production in this way, and I curated the Burnaby Arts Council’s latest show Ceramic Sensibilities as a result of my observations of how some ceramists deal with production of art pieces.
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Rebels roll into B.C. hoop quarters The Burnaby South Rebels have reached the quarter-finals of the B.C. AAA senior boys high school basketball championship. The Rebels defeated Chilliwack’s Sardis Falcons 73-69 Wednesday morning in their first round match at the Langley Events Centre. South controlled most of the game and had a 14-point lead late in the third quarter. But Sardis kept plugging away and reduced the deficit down to three with four minutes remaining in the game. The Rebels’ lead was even down to two, 71-69, with 21 seconds left but Burnaby South managed to sink a couple of free throws to secure the victory. The win put the Rebels into a quarter-final matchup Thursday (8:15 p.m.) against either the province’s top-ranked team, the Walnut Grove Gators from Langley, or the No. 7 Churchill Bulldogs of Vancouver, who played each other in a first-round matchup later Wednesday.
Five-foot-six Guard Gino Pabilao was named player of the game, scoring 15 points and racking up seven assists and six turnovers. Martin Bogajev was the team’s top scorer with 17 points. South’s scoring was spread around with six-foot-four forward Djordje Obradovic getting 14 points and Nick Garcha contributing 13. • The Burnaby Mountain Lions’ first venture to the tourney was a memorable one, but for the wrong reason. In their opening round game Tuesday, the Lions were defeated 59-50 by the Caledonia Kermodes from Terrace. It was the first time Burnaby Mountain had made it to the tournament since the school opened 13 years ago. Atdhe Hajrizi was Mountain’s top scorer with 21 points. He also collected 13 rebounds. The loss relegated the Lions to the consolation side where they were to face the Pitt Meadows Marauders on Wednesday afternoon.
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Gino Pagbilao puts up a three-point shot over top of Scott Fitzsimmons of the Sardis Falcons in the opening round of the B.C. AAA senior boys high school basketball championships in Langley on Wednesday morning. Pagbilao was named player of the game as South won 73-69 to advance to Thursday’s quarter-finals.
A strong second half propelled Burnaby Lake Rugby Club to a 35-13 victory over the UBC Old Boy Ravens as Rugby BC premier league kicked off the second half of its season Saturday. A close 10-6 game was blown wide open in the second stanza when Burnaby racked up three tries and 25 unanswered points. Burnaby Central grad Admir Cejvanovic scored two of BLRC’s second-half tries while Mike Gough had another. Guiseppe Laudisio crossed the goal line in the first half while James Reekie kicked three penalties and three converts. With the win, Burnaby moved into fourth place with a 5-3 record. They will play in Victoria against UVic Saturday. “We are really starting to roll and after losing some really close games against teams like James Bay and UVic , we are proving to be a second half team,” said Cejvanovic. “It’s important to be able to play out the full 80 minutes and we did that [Saturday] creating scoring chances and finding the spaces.” Burnaby also beat the Old Boys 65-0 in first division play last Saturday.
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Panther Constructors hopes Vancouver will follow Abbotsford’s lead
Finding affordable living in the Lower Mainland Affordable housing has been in the news a lot lately, and developers are looking to appeal to buyers who may not be able to afford as much in an expensive real estate market. Brian Roche, president of Panther Constructors, is hoping that Vancouver will take a page out of Abbotsford’s book and implement a rezoning plan that will allow developers in Chinatown to offer more affordable homes to buyers in an area that is rapidly becoming popular. “Abbotsford took a piece of property and rezoned it to make it more affordable,” Roche says. “They offered it to developers to buy, and built
affordable housing.” This prevented buyers from leaving the area and moving to less-expensive communities, such as Mission. Roche says this is something that he is hoping to see in Vancouver as well. Panther is looking for the city to find ways to either reduce prices on the land in the area or cap the current price. Since Panther purchased the land for The Flats on Georgia, their condo development in Chinatown, other developers have taken notice and begun working on their own projects. “Chinatown has become a hotbed,” says Roche. “Prices have gone up quite substantially.”
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Coquitlam welcomes Emerson to the neighbourhood By Kerry Vital
Georgian architecture with modern interiors is arriving in West Coquitlam with MOSAIC’s EMERSON, already under construction on Como Lake Avenue near North Road. “EMERSON will be a block from the coming Evergreen Line,” says MOSAIC’s Geoff Duyker. “In the near future, this whole area will look totally different. The halo of the Evergreen Line combined with some exciting mixed-used projects will bring new high-street retail and breathe vibrant life into everything.” While the convenient transit orientation of Evergreen Heights has huge appeal to shoppers, the neighbourhood has other amenities to offer. “EMERSON is close to Simon Fraser University’s Burnaby Mountain campus,” says Duyker. “This has brought both first-time buyers and parents investing for their children.” Shops and restaurants are minutes away in either direction at Lougheed Town Centre, Newport Village or Little Korea on North Road. Plus, you’ll also find the big box convenience of United Boulevard a few minutes away. Recreation and leisure activities are available at the parks in the area, as well as fishing at Como Lake, golfing at the Vancouver Golf Club or a workout at Steve Nash Fitness World – all nearby. EMERSON will hold 63 apartment
residences in a variety of one- and twobedroom floorplans ranging from 589 to over 700 square feet. “Already 70 per cent sold, homebuyers are recognizing EMERSON’s phenomenal value relative to other options on the market,” says Duyker. Inspired by Georgian architecture, EMERSON will have plenty of red brick and black metal work, mullioned windows and layers of landscaping. Buyers with a green thumb will find plots for herbs and vegetables, but you don’t need to be a nature lover to enjoy the garden greenscape with trellises and benches perfect for a picnic. Inside, the nine-foot ceilings (10 feet on the penthouse level) heighten the sense of space to the home, complemented by large windows that let the light pour in, whatever the weather. The main living areas feature laminate wood flooring throughout, with an elegant tile threshold with granite inset in the entry – a MOSAIC
signature. The beauty continues in the kitchen, with its polished composite quartz countertop and two-tone flat-panel cabinetry. The stainless-steel appliances and glass tile backsplash are lit by under-cabinet task lighting, while the open shelving and under-cabinet spice ledge, all designed by MOSAIC, are masterstrokes of convenience and contemporary style. Moving into the bathrooms, you will find porcelain tile flooring and polished composite quartz countertops, complemented by the polished chrome
and white glass pendant light fixtures. The deep soaker tub is perfect for a soak, while the wood-framed niche with inset glass shelves beside the vanity in the ensuite is a special touch that demonstrates the design-driven details in a MOSAIC home. “MOSAIC is passionate about great design,” says Duyker. “We build better homes.” Homes at EMERSON start in the low $200,000s. For more information, visit mosaichomes.com/emerson, call 604936-9300 or check out the Home Store and model home at 608 Como Lake Avenue, West Coquitlam.
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The homes at EMERSON are built in a Georgian style, with red brick and black metal work accents, above. The apartments are spacious, with elegant kitchens, top, and plenty of space for entertaining or working, left.
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HELP WANTED
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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES CLASS 5/7 Instructors, own car, fluent in English, ICBC Certified or willing to become certified, opportunities open in many areas, must be 19+ and have had class 5 for 3 years. Call 604-307-1186
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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
Class 1 Driver Class 1 driver wanted for busy building supply business.Heavy lifting required.Competitive wage.
Email resume to: dhemsworth@dryco.ca or Fax to: 604-253-4150
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HELP WANTED
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Deliver newspapers (2x per week) on Wednesdays and Fridays in your area. Papers are dropped off at your home with the flyers pre-inserted! Call Christy 604-436-2472 for available routes email Email circulation@burnaby newsleader.com
MIND BODY SPIRIT
Staff required for supporting adults with developmental disabilities in a staffed residential setting in Maple Ridge & Coquitlam. First Aid / CPR required. Union rates and benefits. Must be available weekends and overnights. Younghusband Resources Ltd. Fax - 604-466-1207 Email - info@younghusband.ca www.younghusband resources.com
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COMMERCIAL TRANSPORT & DIESEL ENGINE MECHANICS Required for Cullen Diesel Power Ltd. and Western Star & Sterling Trucks of Vancouver Inc. Positions avail. in Surrey. Cummins, Detroit Diesel and MTU engine experience considered an asset.
Union Shop ~ Full Benefits. Forward Resume to Fax: 604-888-4749 E-mail:ars@cullendiesel.com
TRUCK & TRAILER MECHANIC
Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader, is seeking an energetic, aggressive, self starter for a full time truck and trailer mechanic for full time position. If you are interested in this exciting and unique opportunity!
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UBC RESEARCH: Vision Laboratory at Children’s Hospital needs volunteers (4-6yrs) with good vision and hearing for a study on visual perception. Study involves computer games. Honorarium paid. Email opthalrl@cw.bc.ca or call 8752345x7853.
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Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door.
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Local Haul Drivers Needed for the following positions;
Interested applicants please fax resume and drivers abstract Attn. Darcy (1)604-852-2650 or e-mail leslie@sumastransport.ca
COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS
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OBITUARIES
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Power Operations Trades Supervisor - HR0027958 Under Coordinator/Manager supervision, the Supervisor is responsible for managing maintenance teams related to equipment that Transmits, Distributes and Rectifies the energy from the Kemano powerhouse to the aluminum smelting process. The Supervisor ensures “zero harm” by ensuring best work practises are used and high equipment availability by applying predictive maintenance methods. The candidate must have a strong commitment to health and safety, cost control, training and development, employee relations and technical expertise. To qualify for the Power Operations Trades Supervisor position the candidate must have: rĀ ĀXD@QRĀNEĀOQDUHNTRĀRTODQUHRNQXĀDWODQHDMBD rĀ(MCTRSQH@KĀGHFGĀUNKS@FDĀL@HMSDM@MBDĀDWODQHDMBDĀ rĀ(MSDQOQNUHMBH@KĀ$KDBSQHB@KĀ3Q@CDRĀ3HBJDS The rewards and benefits of working for Rio Tinto Alcan are market benchmarked and very competitive, including an attractive remuneration package, regular salary reviews, employee share plan, competitive pension plan, a self-education assistance policy, and comprehensive health & disability programs. To apply, please submit an on-line resume directly at our website at jobs.riotinto.ca Resumes must be received by 15 April 2013.
Rio Tinto Alcan would like to thank all applicants; however only those short listed will be contacted.
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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MOVING & STORAGE
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Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222 INTERIORS: Baths (renos/ repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, flooring, tiling, plumbing, painting, miscellaneous, etc. VERSATILE! 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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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING
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OPAL PAINTING/RESTORATION Interior/Exterior, Power washing, Strata work. Comm/Res. Insured. Free Estimates. (604)551-8862
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
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430 – 9th Street. 1 bdrm apart, on site laundry, 1 parking spot. Close to shops, all amens, great loc. Heat & hot water incl. $775/m. 604-451-6676
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BERNESE Mountain Dog Puppies. Vet checked with first shots and ready for loving homes. $975. Langley area. 778-241-5504. CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
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APARTMENT/CONDO Bright 2 bdrm apt. Large 2 br located in a Central Coq Co-op. $810/mo. No subsidy. Close to transit, schools, and shopping.
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ITALIAN MASTIFF(Cane Corso) P/B blues, ready to go, 1st shots, tails/dew claws done. Ultimate family guardian $1000 (604)308-5665 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 PRESA CANARIO P/B UKC, fawn Both parents approx 150 lbs. $950. Call 604-302-2357
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Boundaries
Springer Av - Howard Av, Parker St - Meadedale Dr Howard Av - Holdom Av, Parker St - Meadedale Dr
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Heathdale Dr - Holdom Av, Heathdale Ct - Grant St
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Springer Av - Holdom Av, Hastings St - Georgia St
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Springer Av - Holdom Av, Union St - Parker St
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Midlawn Dr - Delta Av, Southlawn Dr - Brentlawn Dr
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Ingleton Av N - Gilmore Av N, Edinburgh St - Trinity St
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Boundary Rd N - Ingleton Av N, Oxford St - Dundas St
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Gilmore Av N - Madison Av N, McGill St - Cambridge St
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Madison Av N - Willingdon Av N, Cambridge St - Oxford St
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Beta Av N - Delta Av N, Penzance Dr - Dundas St
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Delta Av - Hythe Av, Cambridge St - Pandora St
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Buchanan Dr - Holdom Av, Grant St - Broadway Fell Av - Kensington Av, Winch St - Halifax St
Park Crest Apts. 1 & 2 Bedroom Reno’d suites located in upgraded blding in cul-du-sac. Next to large green space. Incl’s heat, hot water and basic cable. Walk to Highgate mall. Quiet and clean. Cat okay. Deposit required. For viewing....
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FURNITURE
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COQUITLAM, Oxford St 2 bdrm g/l ste, shrd w/d, priv entry, avail now ns/np.$1000 incl utils.604-945-4151 NEW WEST - 1 Bdrm bsmt suite ns/np, no drugs. $700/mo incl utils. Avail April 1st. (604)522-4470. NEW WEST 2 bdrm gr/lvl suite, full bath, large kitch & dining area, all brand new appls. Nr amens. Avail now, $875 incl utils. 604-339-8616
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TOWNHOUSES
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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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SUITES, LOWER
COQUITLAM behind the Vancouver Golf Course. Mar 1st. 1000 sq.ft. immaculate 2 bdrm ste. $1000/mo incl utils/cable, appls & W/D. N/S, N/P. Call 604-939-7745.
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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
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359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL
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CARS - DOMESTIC
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2010 Pontiac Vibe auto, hatchbck, 29,000K. White. Many options inc s/rf. $9500/firm (604)538-4883
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
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APARTMENT/CONDO
NEW WEST: 1 bdrm apt. H.w heat & lighting inc. g/flr. Lndry, cbl incl. $760/mo. April. 1. (604)780-0048
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TRANSPORTATION
NOTICE is hereby given that Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Rene Bourget Adams otherwise known as Ron Bourget Adams otherwise known as Ron Adams, formerly of #104 - 5340 Hastings Street, Burnaby, BC, Deceased, who died on the 31st day of July, 2012, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the undersigned Executor, c/o McEachern Harris & Watkins, Barristers & Solicitors, 22334 McIntosh Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 3C1 on or before the 11th day of April, 2013, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received.
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