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Linette Ho nearly died last year when she contracted pneumonia as she crammed for her final exams at Moscrop secondary in Burnaby. But with the help of a special mobile heartlung machine developed by the cardiac team at Royal Columbian Hospital, she was able to get to specialized care.
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rigged by a team from the cardiac unit at Royal Columbian Hospital was able to keep the critically ill Ho alive as she was transported to RCH for intensive care. Now the mobile Extracorpreal Life Support system is going into production and the RCH Foundation is looking to raise the $41,000 needed to add the modified portable heart-lung machine to the hospital’s life-saving arsenal. Ho, 19, was cramming for her last round of exams at Moscrop secondary school when she
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still alive. A team led by chief perfusionist Dustin Spratt, a former paramedic, and cardiac surgeon Dr. Derek Gunning adapted the components of a portable heart-lung machine to attach them to a gurney that could be wheeled into and out of a standard ambulance. If the patients couldn’t get to them, they’d just go get the patient. “We felt we had to be able to respond whenever calls come in,” said Spratt. Please see GURNEY, A9
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Burnaby school district doesn’t know how much it needs but staff are already looking at potential budget cuts to cover possible wage hikes for its Canadian Union of Public Employees workers. School board chair Baljinder Narang confirmed the board met on Thursday and directed staff to start figuring out where that money could come from. Last week, Education Minister Peter Fassbender reiterated that school boards will have to find the money for any CUPE wage increases in existing budgets, but that any teacher raises negotiated will be funded by the province. CUPE, which represents teacher aides, custodians, clerical staff and other support workers, is seeking raises of two per cent per year after not having a raise in four years. Their latest contract expired in June 2012. Please see BOARD, A15
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Aim to make solar power mainstream BCIT researchers focused on finding way to store power from weather-dependent sources Wanda Chow
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Construction is underway on a new research project at B.C. Institute of Technology that could make it easier to use alternative energy sources like solar and wind. Referred to as “sustainable intermittent sources,” the challenge preventing them from being used more widely is that they’re not consistent—the sun needs to be shining or the wind needs to be blowing and the less they do, the less power they produce. At BCIT, the Energy OASIS (Open Access to Sustainable Intermittent Sources) Demonstration Project aims to help solve that problem by inventing a storage system for, in this case, solar power. “It’s kind of like having a water reservoir. We don’t get a lot of rain this summer but we still have water, that’s the idea,” said BCIT spokesperson Dave Pinton. “Electricity is a lot harder to store and contain and maintain than water is. That’s where the research component comes in.” Since May, a system of photovoltaic, or solar, panels has been under construction at parking
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lot No. 7 at BCIT’s Burnaby campus, just west of Wayburne Drive. When completed, expected in late fall, they’re expected to span the width of the lot. The research and demonstration project will take the form of two charging stations for electric cars, said Pinton. The stored solar power will turn them into “quick-charge” stations, capable of delivering
a full charge in about 20 minutes compared to several hours for a regular charging station, and without impacting the main electrical grid system. Following the experimentation and demonstration phase, the plan is that the public will be able to use the stations for their electric vehicles, sometime in late 2014. Please see PROJECT, A15
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Pedestrian hit by bus at crosswalk A pedestrian is in hospital in critical condition after being struck by a community transit bus in the Metrotown neighbourhood Thursday night. Just before 10 p.m. on Aug. 29 a 30-year-old woman was crossing Willingdon Avenue at Maywood Street when the bus turned the corner and struck her, say Burnaby RCMP. The bus was turning left from Maywood onto Willingdon and the woman was in a marked crosswalk at the time. It was raining and she was wearing dark clothing. The woman was pinned under the bus and witnesses, including an offduty firefighter, helped remove her from under the rear wheels of the vehicle. She was taken to Royal Columbian Hospital in New Westminster with life-threatening injuries. The bus driver was traumatized by the incident and required sedation by paramedics, said a Burnaby RCMP press release. Police continue to investigate. twitter.com/ WandaChow
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students last week. While refugee students often have the added challenge of coping with traumas faced before escaping their home countries amidst civil war, regular run-of-the-mill new immigrants have no shortage of adjustments to make. More than 600 students who registered in Burnaby school district last school year were newly arrived in Canada and spoke English as a second language. They were assisted by 11 district settlement workers. At North, Chan helps many students who have just moved here from China, but also from the Philippines, Russia, Turkey, Iran, Mexico and other countries. Differences start off with the functional—in many
countries students stay in homerooms while teachers move from one class to the next. Here, it’s the opposite, leaving many students concerned they won’t get to their next class on time. North, the largest high school in the province with about 2,400 students, is suitably expansive. “Sometimes you have to run,” Chan said with a laugh. Perhaps the biggest cultural difference is in expectations placed on students. Many immigrants, no matter where they’re from, are used to a system where the teacher dictates everything they do. “In China, if you don’t submit an assignment, your parents will know before you get home,” Chan said. Please see NEXT PAGE
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Not so here. “The teacher will tell you, you need to do it. If you don’t do it, no one is going to go after you.” Which inevitably leads to students distraught over receiving marks of “incomplete” in their report cards. Grade 12 North student Evan Li, 16, arrived in Canada over two years ago after attending public school in Beijing and recalled the stark contrasts in educational systems. “In China, we study from the sun is not yet come out to 10 at night.” That studying is largely memorization of what they’ve been told by the teacher and in books. Science lessons here, meanwhile, involve a more hands-on approach with experiments. “We learn things by ourselves, not by the teacher telling us.” Also new for them is the need for dozens of hours of work experience before they can graduate, and planning classes to teach students how to look for a job and to plan their future careers. And in classes like physical education, here students are marked partly for effort. Back in China, it’s a source of great anxiety as students are required to meet a certain set standard, be it their speed on the track or how high they can jump, before they can pass, Li said. He appreciates the greater freedom he has here, where leisure time is an important aspect of his weekends and holidays. “People need a break.” Students from China have also been used to a system where only exams, not assignments, count. Final exams start in Grade 1 and those with the best exam marks get to attend the best middle schools, high schools and universities.
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A proposal to regulate the use of motorized mobility aids – to be debated at next month’s Union of B.C. Municipalities convention – seems, at first blush, to make some sense. Most of us have probably seen instances of these personal vehicles – including wheelchairs and scooters – being mishandled by users, raising legitimate concerns about their own and others’ safety. There are those who operate them too fast, or without due consideration, on walkways. Others, apparently unaware of traffic patterns around them, have shown a propensity for operating the aids on the road, or making sudden, ill-advised dashes into crosswalks – behaviours that suggest accidents waiting to happen. That said, mandatory licensing and regulation may be the proverbial case of fixing something that isn’t broken. After all, these aren’t simply vehicles. For many, they are a replacement for legs, a crucial element in their independence and ability to get around. This issue seems to have stemmed from a 2008 provincial coroner’s recommendation, after three seniors died in collisions on Vancouver Island. But it would behoove those arguing either side to have an accurate picture of the scope of the problem today – just how many mishaps have there been? Before making a rash decision, further study is needed – not just of those who use these mobility aids irresponsibly, but those who operate them without incident. Lawmakers must also ask what penalties would be imposed for unlicensed drivers, and what level of government would be involved in policing them. One could envision erratic users receiving warnings, with persistent offenders ultimately being banned. But if the majority of mobilityaid users are operating them responsibly, there can be few reasons for mandatory licensing – other than as a new source of cash for government. – Black Press
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Back to school labour disputes Another school year dawns in B.C., with the prospect of disruptive labour disputes. First up are 27,000 support staff, in a legal strike position. These are the teacher aides, custodians, bus drivers and crossing guards. Most are members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees, with a few Teamsters and other locals scattered around the 60 school districts. Public discussion about these disputes usually focuses on wage increases, which CUPE members in schools haven’t seen for four years. Their current deals expired more than a year ago, after they were subject to the same two-year wage freeze imposed on the rest of government. The B.C. government moved from the post-recession wage freeze to a system they call “co-operative gains,” where raises must be financed by savings in other areas of the operation. Only two provincial employee groups have yet to do this: school support staff and teachers. (Education Minister Peter Fassbender confirmed last week
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that teacher raises will be funded by extra transfers from the provincial treasury as they try to get a long-term deal. But that’s a topic for another day.) CUPE, the largest union in the country, has a sophisticated media campaign to generate public sympathy. We are repeatedly reminded not only that the last raise was 2009, but that the “average” pay is a mere $24,000 a year. If that number is accurate, it reflects a large number of part-timers. Let’s look at a few provisions CUPE doesn’t talk about, on behalf of those self-employed taxpayers who have no paid holidays, no employer pension or benefits and no paid overtime, but are expected to help pay all of the above to government workers. The 60 contracts have many
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variations, but core elements are the same. In the Central Okanagan school district, the starting CUPE wage rate is $17.37 an hour. The top rate is $26.59, or $28.78 for workers who qualify for a “trades adjustment.” All contracts have rigid seniority and “bumping” clauses to ensure that new employees absorb any reductions in working hours. From a taxpayers’ perspective, this leads to the maximum number of employees making the highest wages. Overtime in Central Okanagan is time and a half for the first two hours, and double time after that. Contracts also include the provision that unscheduled overtime is subject to a four-hour minimum. It’s amazing how often an unexpected hour of work can arise when it’s paid at quadruple time. The Surrey school district contract details how even “spare board” employees are to be enrolled in the municipal pension plan, a defined-benefit system most private-sector employees can only dream about.
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Call for TransLink to prove him wrong This is an open letter to TransLink and more specifically to: Ian Jarvis, chief executive officer; Doug Kelsey, chief operating officer; Nancy Olewiler, board chair; and the TransLink board of directors. I am disappointed and disgusted, you have ignored presentations, which were made in good faith, and went ahead displaying anti-Israel ads which clearly violate your own code of conduct. Your code demands you provide a safe and welcoming environment for all racial, ethnic, religious and minority groups. These ads are inflammatory and have been cherry picked to falsify not only history but also the present. They imply the United Nations created the modern state of Israel illegally. They also cleverly disguise the underlying anti-Semitism which is easily stoked by those subscribing to a death cult which most of us could not possibly understand. I find the ads particularly disturbing because they appear to be an attempt to divert attention away from the turmoil in the Middle Eastern Muslim countries which has nothing to do with Israel. There is daily horror and murder in Israel’s neighbour countries. Producing the ads at the time of high Jewish holidays, Rosha Shana and Yom Kippur is an obvious attempt to “sneak them in,” hoping Jews would not desecrate their tradition of peaceful co-existence at such a time. Why should I and other nonJews be concerned? The Jewish community and all those who believe Israel was created legitimately by the United Nations in 1948 have no choice but to oppose your actions in the strongest possible way, because it is an attempt to import a foreign dispute into our region, a region which has evolved producing a relatively tolerant society up to now! I would truly like to believe signing this contract with the Muslim coalition was a naïve and thoughtless mistake on the part of TransLink, a mistake which should be un-done as
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A POEM: AS SCHOOL BEGINS I resolve as school begins to rise and shine before the din pack my lunch with healthy things drop my iPod and lift my pen scribble a poem now and then I promise as PANDHER school begins to treat each student like a precious gem really bring out the best in them step out on a generous limb help someone new, on a whim I’ll try as school begins to shoot some hoops and hit the gym learn the flute or how to swim throw my excuses in a garbage bin say goodbye to what might have been I vow as school begins to let every kid fit right in lead my team, lose or win rise like cream through thick and thin and give my all in everything I pledge as school begins to have no fear and lots of fun fly right up to the healing sun shine some light on everyone make each day a brighter one I can’t wait as school begins to be all ears and get things done fly up near the smiling sun shine some cheer on everyone make this year a better one... Welcome back, SD 41! Harman Pandher Burnaby School Trustee
OUTCOME COULD HAVE BEEN DIFFERENT What a tragedy that a second murder was the prompt for the NWPD to publicly recognize
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SYMPATHETIC IF LEVEL PLAYING FIELD Re: Barganing returns with the school year In the private sector we get raises when the company is doing well and can afford it. When times are slow or worse, employees’ wages are often frozen or workers face layoffs. If there were a level playing field between government employees and the private sector I’d have some sympathy for the government employees. As it sits, though, they are paid better than most in the private sector, especially when one takes into account benefits and pensions. Colleen Schonheiter via the web Is it worth taking a couple weeks for a strike for a measly two per cent raise? Wouldn’t you just lose that much in earnings by taking the time off. Harry Johnson via the web They teach our kids give them what they need to live and need to do their jobs! Nick J Acciavatti via the web
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The gurney and a medical team are always on call, ready to respond at a moment’s notice. The unit is deployed about 10 times a year, usually for young patients whose heart and lungs have been compromised by serious viral pneumonia. “Without it, patients are deteriorating and they die,” said Dr. Gunning. MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER But the improvised Dustin Spratt, the chief of perfusion at Royal Columbian, compares a diagram of the new prototype mobile heart-lung machine stretcher the cardiac care team helped develop and unit is still too large design with the current unit they cobbled together from borrowed and adapted components. and cumbersome to fit into air ambulances, limiting the range it can be used to save patients. So the cardiac team worked with stretcher manufacturer Ferno for 18 months to develop a prototype of lightweight aircraft-grade aluminum that will slide into helicopters and planes as well as ambulances. The stretcher can also be easily modified as the heart-lung machine technology evolves. Three of the four prototypes that have been built are already spoken for, two of them acquired by hospitals in the United States. Barbara Becker, the director of major gifts for the RCH Foundation is hopeful donations will allow them to secure the fourth. “For specialized and innovative equipment like this, we go to our donors,” said Becker. Ho knows such a stretcher would be invaluable; after all, she owes her life to it. She spent five weeks in hospital then much of the past year regaining her strength as she completed her first year of studies at UBC. “I feel healthier than ever,” said Ho. To learn more about the Extracorpreal Life Support team and how to help go to ww.rchcares. com
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Changes spark concern Evening clinics cancelled, staff moved to higher-demand daytime programs
press release. “It makes no sense for Fraser Health to be reducing mental health services, when the need is greater than ever.” The move comes amid calls by Metro Vancouver mayors to re-open Riverview Hospital and by police chiefs across Canada to provide better health services for the mentally ill who otherwise often end up being apprehended by police under the Mental Health Act. “Mental health services need to be accessible to all,” said
“The decision to realign our resources was due to the fact that demands for daytime services have been increasing and we are unable to meet those demands Wanda Chow wchow@burnabynewsleader.com with current staff rotations,” said Denyse Houde, Fraser Health’s The closure of evening mental director of clinical programs, in health clinics in the Fraser an emailed statement. Health Authority has the BC Houde said 99 per cent of its Nurses Union (BCNU) raising current clients access services the alarm. during daytime hours. As of Sept. 1, the evening “This change will reduce the clinics, some of which were wait times that daytime clients open twice a week until 8 have been experiencing, and p.m., were phased out align with other clinics in Surrey, Langley, across the rest of Fraser New Westminster, Health that do not Debra McPherson, BCNU Tri-Cities, White Rock provide evening clinic Many of the clients are the working poor and and Burnaby. The hours.” unlikely to have jobs that allow them to take clinics accepted walk-in time off during the day. In Burnaby, the clients as well as those change affects 12 to referred by doctors, 15 clients who were and provided counselling, help McPherson. “They need to be attending each of two evening administering medication and maintained at current levels, group therapy sessions each group therapy. Now those not cut. Many of the clients are week at Burnaby Mental Health and other services will only be the working poor and unlikely Centre on Kincaid Street, said available between 8:30 a.m. and to have jobs that allow them to Fraser Health. 4:30 p.m. take time off during the day for The services will be moved to “Night clinics offer invaluable doctor’s appointments. They may daytime hours. services to people who struggle wind up not getting the help they Such services that will with mental illness, many of need in a time of crisis.” continue to be offered after whom can’t get there during For its part, Fraser Health regular business hours including the day because of their work, said the move is not a cut psychiatric liaison nurses in all volunteer or school schedules,” in services but simply a emergency departments, mental said Debra McPherson, re-allocation of resources to health and police liaison services president of the BCNU, in a when they’re most needed. and the Fraser Health crisis line.
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“It’s more efficient and it keeps the lines moving,” he said, noting the new card can be read in less than a third of a second. Cash payers who don’t want to pay again if they transfer from bus to SkyTrain can avoid that by getting a Compass card, so they’ll have a strong incentive to switch. About 6,000 passengers a day pay in cash on buses and transfer to SkyTrain—1.5 per cent of the 400,000 daily bus users. Other transit systems, including London and Paris, don’t allow cash-paid transfers from bus to trains, and Madill said London saw its share of cash payers drop from 30 per cent to about 2.5 per cent after its similar Oyster card rolled out. For now, TransLink will simply mirror the existing threezone system and fare structure with the new cards.
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The vast majority of transit users who use a monthly pass or a book of pre-paid FareSaver tickets are expected to easily make the switch to Compass cards and find it much less hassle. No longer will they have to go to a retail store each month to buy a new pass or book of tickets. Most will buy a month pass on their card online or over the phone, as well as at vending machines at SkyTrains and some other locations. Those who link their Compass account to their credit card or bank account can have it automatically buy a new month pass at the first of each month. For those who prefer the equivalent of soon-to-beeliminated FareSavers, which offer a discount on a book of 10 tickets, Madill said any amount of prepaid cash put on a card will qualify for a 14 per cent
discount. That’s less generous than the 24 per cent discount from cash fares that FareSaver buyers now get. Asked why FareSaver users will pay more under Compass, officials say FareSaver discounts had become “artificially inflated” in recent years because TransLink was only allowed to increase prices for cash fares, not the prepaid tickets. They say the discounts will become consistent under Compass. An auto-load feature will let users program their card to automatically add a preset amount whenever the balance drops below $5. A Compass card that’s lost or stolen can be replaced and the unused balance transferred over, provided the user has registered. “For the customer, it’s going to be way more convenient,” Madill said. Please see NEXT PAGE
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Monthly pass users who claim the federal transit tax credit in the past had to collect their receipts each month. Compass card users who buy the monthly pass option will be able to go online and print out a transaction history to submit instead. Cash can also be used to buy Compass cards at station vending machines in amounts as low as $6. Responding to concerns that poor residents without bank or credit card accounts will face obstacles, Madill said there will be some additional locations, And it’s not clear what bugs Bridge – Madill said it was including a yet-to-be-announced the beta testers may uncover. unnecessary. retailer, where machines will “We expect things will crop “We really think that the card dispense cards for cash. up that we don’t know about will sell itself,” he said. “We Anti-poverty groups that and we’ll be able to make some think the adoption rate is going hand out tickets to low-income adjustments,” Madill said. to be pretty high right out of clients to get to job interviews Asked if TransLink the gate.” or appointments will be allowed considered using some After Compass cards are to buy bulk Compass offered to the general cards, valid for a public, the old and single use for up to new systems will run in Mike Madill, TransLink vice-president 90 days. parallel for a number We really think that the card will sell itself. We Some question of months before the think the adoption rate is going to be pretty marks remain. activation of the new high right out of the gate. TransLink doesn’t faregates – the other know how many part of the $171-million riders will forget to system. tap out with their It should reduce fare card as they exit the system and discounts or incentives to evasion but more value is then get charged for travelling encourage early sign-ups – as expected from better data the default three zones when TReO successfully did in on where transit users go, they may have only travelled getting motorists to register guiding future transit system one. to pay tolls on the Port Mann improvements.
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Narang believes it’s realistic “We don’t know an actual for the CUPE workers to get a number,” Narang said on raise, but is concerned about the Friday. “Between three and long-term impact of funding four per cent, these kind that without more money of numbers are floating from the provincial around.” government. What they do know is “How much more can that every one per cent of we continue cutting?” salary increase for the she said. “I want to be NARANG CUPE workers equals optimistic we’ll be able $435,000 that must be to do it, but with every found somewhere. year it’s getting harder and “No matter what, we know harder.” we need to be looking for well Narang said it was over $1 million from our current “reassuring” to hear that the budget,” she said. board will not have to cover any “We are a fairly lean board possible teacher salary increases as it is. For us to find this is not under existing budgets. The going to be easy.” province’s contract with BC
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EVENTS Fall Fair: The South Burnaby Garden Club is hosting its annual Fall Fair featuring exhibits, draw prizes, a tea room, baked goods, produce and preserves sale, Bernardin jam making demo and more. Free. When: Saturday, Sept. 7, from 1-5 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 8 from 11-4 p.m. Where: Bonsor Community Centre, 6550 Bonsor Ave., Burnaby. Info: Dan at 604526-4647.
Community BBQ: Cliff Avenue United Church is hosting a community barbeque. All are welcome. Where: 1600 Cliff Ave., Burnaby. When: Sunday, Sept 8, noon to 1:30 p.m. Info: 604-420-2621 or visit www. cliffavechurch.com. Th e A l p h a C o u r s e : A n opportunity for anyone to explore the meaning of life in a relaxed setting with friendly and personable people. Explore life’s deepest questions together and find out what Christianity is truly about. Come enjoy a free dinner and join us on a journey of discovery at the Alpha Course. When: Tuesdays, starting Sept. 10, 6:30–9:30 p.m. Where: Burnaby Alliance Church, 8611 Armstrong Ave., Burnaby. Info: alphabac@gmail.com, 604-5243336 or http://alphabac.ca.
Burnaby Historical Society: Guest speaker Craig Bowlsby speaks on his new book, Empire of Ice, on the early history of professional ice hockey in the region. All welcome to this free event. When: Wednesday, Sept. 11, 7:30 p.m. Where: Burnaby Village Museum, Carousel Building, 6501 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby.
Path to Enlightenment: Learn what enlightenment is and the path to reach it. Easy to learn techniques, blessings included. When: Wednesday, Sept. 11, 7–8:30 p.m. Where: Alan Emmott Centre, 6650 South Oaks Crescent, Burnaby. Cost: $25. Info: alice.vasile@gmail. com or 604-336-4833. K INA C o m mu n i t y C l e a n Up: Kingsway-Imperial Neighbourhood Association hosts a community cleanup. Come get to know your neighbours as we work together to make the neighbourhood a better place to live, work and attend school. When: Saturday, Sept. 14, 9:30 a.m. Celebration for participants at noon. Where: Courtyard at Burlington Square, 5172 Kingsway, Burnaby. Info: Info@KINAburnaby.ca or 604786-2452.
like-minded people. We are an informal, friendly group, everyone welcome - all ages and all skill levels. Bring your yarn and needles, scissors, and supplies and get started! (A limited number of needles and yarn are available for those who want to give knitting/crocheting a try). Tea and cookies provided. Free event, no registration required. When: Saturday, Sept. 14, Oct. 14, Nov. 16, Dec. 14, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Tommy Douglas Library, 7311 Kingsway, Burnaby. Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat: Brentwood Town Centre presents Dr. Seuss’ The Cat in the Hat. Free and everyone is welcome. When: Saturday, Sept. 14, 12 to 12:30 p.m., followed by balloon twister 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Where: Brentwood Town Centre, 4567 Lougheed Hwy., Burnaby. Info: foster@shapepm.com, 604299-0606 x222 or http://www. brentwoodtowncentre.com/ news-events/event-calendar. asp. Spoken INK: Featured author Daniela Elza will read poetry from her book, Milk Tooth Bane Bone. When: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 8 p.m. Where: La Fontana Caffe, 101-3701 East Hastings, Burnaby. Info: www. BurnabyWritersNews.blogspot. com or bwscafe@gmail.com.
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Transitioning Through Divorce: Join us for a lively presentation on transitioning through divorce under the new Family Law Act. Topics covered will include how to: Divorce without going to court, resolve conflict safely, develop respectful co-parenting plans and help your children adjust. Presented by members of Collaborative Divorce Vancouver. Free but space limited, registration required. When: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 7-8:30 p.m. Where: McGill branch library, 4595 Albert St., Burnaby. Info or to register: 604299-8955.
Residential Tenancy Law Workshop: Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre (TRAC) staff will speak about the rights and obligations tenants have under the Law. Topics include: how to protect yourself, your rights and responsibilities, security deposits, illegal entry, repairs and evictions. Free, advance registration required. When: Tuesday, Sept. 17, 7-8:30 p.m. Where: Bob Prittie Metrotown branch, program room, 6100 Willingdon Ave., Burnaby. Info or to register: 604-436-5400 or http://bpl.bc.ca/events.
100 year celebration: The community is invited to a celebration of 100 years at Second Street Community School (7502 Second St., Burnaby). A chance to share
great memoroies, reunions and refreshments. When: Sept. 26 and 27, 4 p.m. each day. Where: at the school. Info: Roger Mlait at 604 377 1944.
Burnaby North Secondary School: Class of 1963 50th Reunion. When: Saturday, Oct. 12, 2013. Where: Executive Plaza Hotel, 405 North Road, Coquitlam. Info: 604-802-8772.
ONGOING Burnaby-New Westminster Newcomers and Friends Club: Club welcomes women who are new to the area, as well as longtime residents. Meet women of all ages and cultures to make new friends. When: Dinner meeting the second Wednesday of each month plus various events including book club, craft group, social Saturdays, etc. Info: Jocelan Caldwell, 604-520-3646.
Burnaby Farmers’ Market: Fe a t u r i n g organic and conventional produce, honey, dips, cheese, jams, meat pies and more. Book exchange, kids play area, games table, and live music. When: Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., until Oct. 26. Where: Burnaby City Hall, north parking lot, 4949 Canada Way at Deer Lake Parkway. Info: Lyn at
604-628-8226 or 604-318- 0487 or www.artisanmarkets.ca. English Conversation and Sing-along Classes: Burnaby Multicultural Society offers English conversation class and sing-along class. Anyone welcome for socializing, practising language skills and making new friends. When: Fridays, 2 to 4 p.m. Where: Burnaby Multicultural Society, 6255 Nelson Ave., Burnaby. Info: Carol, 604 431-4131 ext.27 or carol.ha@thebms.ca.
Social Dance: Practice your dancing skills at these weekly dances. Come with a friend or on your own and have a memorable time. When: Fridays, 1-3:30 p.m., Saturdays 2-4 p.m. and Mondays 12:452:45 p.m. Where: Edmonds Community Centre for 55+, 7282 Kingsway, Burnaby. Cost: $1 member, $2 other. Info: 604297-4400.
B u r n a by South Stroke Recovery Branch: The Burnaby South Stroke Recovery Club offers speech therapy, exercise sessions, caregiver support and various social activities for stroke survivors. When: Meets every second and fourth Friday of the month, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Edmonds Community Centre for 55+, 7282 Kingsway, Burnaby. Info: 604-297-4400.
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Rembrandt Van Rijn, Self-Portrait (detail), 1638, etching on paper, 13.6 x 10.7cm Collection of the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. R.G. Warner
Rembrandt van Rijn, Le moulin, 1641, Eau-forte sur papier vergé crème, 14.7 x 20.7cm, Musée des beaux-arts du Canada, Ottawa, Don à la mémoire de Margaret Wade Labarge de sa collection, 2010, Photo © MBAC
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Rembrandt van Rijn, The Windmill, 1641, Etching on cream laid paper, 14.7 x 20.7cm, National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa, Gift in memory of Margaret Wade Labarge from her collection, 2010, Photo © NGC
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An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring dozer and excavator operators, Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call (780)7235051Edson,Alta
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HELP WANTED
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Family Caregiver.
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Paid Weekly!
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Must be an outgoing team player!
Call Today, Start Tomorrow!
Mindy: 604-777-2195 CARRIERS NEEDED YOUTH and ADULTS
BC Cancer Foundation Legacies accepted. 604.877.6040 or visit: bccancerfoundation.com
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COMING EVENTS
PROFESSIONAL SALES ASSOCIATES
Call Christy 604-436-2472 for available routes email Email circulation@burnaby newsleader.com
Interested in SALES? Outgoing? Motivated?
EXPO SHOW & SALE Sat. Sept. 7, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sun. Sept. 8, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Abbotsford Exhibition Park 32470 Haida Dr. in the Cadet Building • Adults $6 • Kids $4 • Children under 5 Free • Family $12 (2 adults & up to 3 kids)
Join the
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CLASS 1 DRIVERS (B.C. / AB) WE ARE HIRING!
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TEAM OWNER OPERATORS
TransX Pays: - a new rate structure of 40 to 43 cents base with mileage from 11 to 13 thousand per month. Runs to California also available as well as medical benefits. Contact: George Costello PH: 1-877-914-0001 WWW.TRANSX.COM
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EDUCATION
• Annual Starting Revenue of $12,000 - $120,000 • Guaranteed Cleaning Contracts • Professional Training Provided • Financing Available • Ongoing Support • Low Down Payment required A Respected Worldwide Leader in Franchised Office Cleaning. Coverall of BC 604.434.7744 info@coverallbc.com www.coverallbc.com ALL CASH Drink/Snack Vending Business Route. Complete Training. Small Investment Required. 1888-979-VEND (8363). www.healthydrinkvending.co **ATTENTION: JOB SEEKERS!** MAKE MONEY! Mailing Postcards! www.PostcardsToWealth.com NOW ACCEPTING! ZNZ Referral Agents! $20-$60/Hour! www.FreeJobPosition.com HOME WORKERS! Make Money Using Your PC! www.SuperCashDaily.com Earn Big Paychecks Paid Every Friday! www.LegitCashJobs.com
EXP CLASS 1 TEAM DRIVERS Earn up to $6500/mo. Send resumes mj@synergytruckingltd.com Fax:604-598-3497
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EDUCATION MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION RATED #2 FOR AT HOME JOBS
• Huge Demand In Canada • Employers Seek Out Canscribe Graduates • Over 90% Graduate Employment Rate
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Please contact Mike e-mail: mike@megacranes.com or fax 604.599.5250
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WE WILL TRAIN!
BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH US
COMPETITIVE RATES Must Have Valid TCP Certificate, Reliable Insured Vehicle And Provide A Clean Drivers Abstract!
GUARANTEED Job Placement: General Laborers and Tradesmen For Oil & Gas Industry. Call 24hr Free Recorded Message For Information 1-800-972-0209
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HOME CARE/SUPPORT
Home Share / Shared Living Providers Needed Younghusband Resources is looking for families & single persons in the Burnaby and Tri-cities area to open their home on a full time basis to support adults with developmental disabilities. Qualified applicants are required to pass an extensive screening process. Payment is discussed upon completion of successful screening. For more information please check www.younghusband.ca E-mail your resume to: Jason@younghusband.ca or fax it to: 604-466-1207
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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES Batta Holdings Ltd dba Taco Time is hiring full time, permanent
FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR for its location at 4820 Kingsway, Burnaby, B.C V5H 4J2. Secondary school education and Basic English required. Applicant must have Diploma in food administration, hotel and restaurant management or related field OR 3 years experience in food preparation or service. Salary $12.00/ hour. APPLY AT:
Maintenance Supervisor—Weekends Merritt, BC
The Weekend Maintenance Supervisor provides leadership, direction and supervision to the weekend crew to obtain proper operating efficiencies and achieve quality and machine safety standards. The Maintenance Supervisor is a key member of the Maintenance team to meet plant objectives of continual improvement in reliability, productivity and technology to achieve top decile performance within the lumber manufacturing group. QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate will possess a diploma/technical degree in a mechanical or electrical related field. Display a strong commitment towards safety is essential.
Have a strong understanding of hot work processes and fire protection systems.
Maintenance best practices and a strong quality assurance program.
rajivtacotime@gmail.com
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COMMERCIAL Transport Mechanic req’d for afternoon shift for Trucking Co. in Maple Ridge. Monday to Friday. Fax resume to 604-460-7853 or email wmader@telus.net
A strong ability in analytical troubleshooting and applying failure mode & effects analysis Able to lead diverse trades groups into a highly effective Maintenance Team by focusing on Do you thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment with opportunities for continuous growth and development?
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HEALTH CARE ASSISTANT Day & Evening Classes Available Our HCA program is for students with
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CLASS 1 DRIVER W/ AIR
A Great Janitorial Franchise Opportunity
BENEFIT PACKAGE!
Please email all resumes to Barbara@megacrane.com
NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION To conduct deliveries for international lubricants co. in Vancouver area, Seattle-Tacoma, Prince George, Okanagan & Edmonton. Pay $20/hour, mileage, bonus, profit-sharing & full benefits. Apply with resume by emailing custservpacific@fuchs.com or faxing to 604-888-1145
Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader, is seeking an energetic, tower technician the applicant must have full understanding of electronics and 3 phase power. This full time position requires knowledge of tower crane erection and dismantles .
Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader is seeking an energetic, aggressive self starter for a full time position. Required immediately. Must have inspectors ticket and Red seal. Will have hydraulic experience and must be able to read electrical and hydraulic schematics.
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GROW MARIJUANA COMMERCIALLY. Canadian Commercial Production Licensing Convention October 26th & 27th. Toronto Airport, Marriott Hotel. www.greenlineacademy.com. Tickets 1-855-860-8611 or 250-870-1882.
Please fax resumes: 604.888.4688 or e-mail: info@greggbc.ca or Visit employment opportunities: www.greggdistributors.ca
604.708.2628 caregiving@plea.bc.ca www.plea.ca
.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca
Please E-mail Resume: grasdald@telus.net FIELD CLERK NEEDED for out of town work site (21/7 schedule). Mature, flexible and positive communicator, understanding of importance of safety culture. Reporting to on-site foreman & Edmonton HO. Transportation to & from work site provided. Potential to grow with company; Jobs@CommandEquipment.com. Fax 780-488-3002.
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Gregg Distributors (BC) Ltd. is looking to fill a Lower Mainland outside sales position. Industrial and H.D. industries knowledge is an asset. Training will be provided to help achieve your full potential. We Offer Excellent Growth & Compensation Possibilities!
TRADES, TECHNICAL
Become a PLEA
$11.00/hr. up to $20.00/hr.
Deliver newspapers (2x per week) on Wednesdays and Fridays in your area. Papers are dropped off at your home with the flyers pre-inserted!
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EXP. Excavator Operators req&d, for Residential Excavation. Fax resume to 604-460-7853 or e-mail wmader@telsu.net
Are You Tired of McJobs? Looking for a Career?
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HOME CARE/SUPPORT
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
to work with a team of health care professionals to identify and address the unique needs of each unique client. Career Opportunities: Community Health Worker O Care Aide Home Support O Acute & Complex Care
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
PERSONAL SERVICES 182
FINANCIAL SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 320
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. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MOVING & STORAGE
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
GET THE BEST
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
Call: 778-773-3737
AFFORDABLE MOVING
ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)
www.affordablemovers.bc.com
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
PATTAR ROOFING LTD. All types of Roofing. Over 35 years in business. 604.588.0833
10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofing & Siding. WCB. Re-roofing, New Roof Gutters.
604-812-9721
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
REAL ESTATE 810
FROM $140,000 Also; Spectacular 3 Acre Parcel at $390,000 1-250-558-7888 www.orlandoprojects.com ~ FINANCING AVAILABLE ~
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Difficulty Making Payments? No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing? We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663
Experienced truck and trailer mechanic with CVI ticket wanted for Langley fleet shop. Four (10) hour shifts, good wages and benefits. Fax resume to 604-513-8004 or email at tridem@telus.net
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VOLUNTEERS
P/B blue males Ready to go. 1st shots & tails/dew claws done. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN $1000 604-308-5665
Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000 Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046
LEGAL SERVICES
CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.
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STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca
www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
Running this ad for 8yrs
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PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour
CONCRETE & PLACING
PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates.
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DEMOLITION
SPIRITUAL
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Reunites Loved Ones SPECIAL $20 ALL READINGS
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604-653-5928
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CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service • Hot water tanks • Furnaces • Broilers • Plugged Drains 778-862-0560
ALWAYS! GUTTER Cleaning & Roof Blowing, Moss Control,30 yrs exp., Reliable! Simon 604-230-0627
100% Heating & Plumbing 24/7 Certified, Insured & Bonded
Searching for your dream home or selling it? This is the location. Listings include everything from acreage, farms/ranches to condos and waterfront homes.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
20 YARD BINS AVAILABLE We Load or You Load !
604.220.JUNK(5865) Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988
DISPOSAL BINS By Recycle-it 6 - 50 Yard Bins
Starting from $199.00
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005
• Furniture • Appliances • Electronics • Junk/Rubbish • Construction Debris • Drywall • Yard Waste • Concrete • Everything Else! **Estate Clean-Up Specialists**
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PRESSURE WASHING
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566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS ALTO CONN SAX $495. Tenor Sax $495. 604-859-5925
REAL ESTATE 612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE CREPE restaurant in New Westminster for sale. Asking price $ 65,000. We are selling this business because we are expanding our business to catering. The 270-square feet restaurant is located in a renovated shopping centre with a lease until 2016. Gross sales from 2012 is greater than $100,000. Information will be provided only to qualified buyers. Before replying , please be willing and prepared to provide your qualifications. Please contact us by e-mail at newwestbusiness88@yahoo.ca
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PIZZA & DONAIR RESTAURANT FOR SALE. Near Douglas College. Call JB 604-314-1761
Bulldog Disposal Co.
small to LARGE ads
Call Ian 604-724-6373 . Expert Power Washing. Gutters cleaned & repaired. www.expertpowerwashing. Mike, 604-961-1280 MIKE 604-961-1280
Central Creek Construction Complete Renovations. Specialize in Kitchens & Baths. Seniors Discount 10% off . BBB / WCB 604-773-7811 ARCO CONST. Framing, Drywall, Wood Finishing, Texture, Painting, Kitchen/Bath Remodeling, Elec, Plumb, Flooring. FREE EST. Mike 604-825-1500. Harry 604-500-3630.
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MOVING & STORAGE
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
Home & Yard Clean Ups
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
No Job Too Small Free Estimates ~ 7 Days/Wk
Call Tony 604-834-2597 IMPACT PRESSURE WASHING - Gutter, Windows, Full Houses.
Excellent Rates. (604)780-4604
Always! Power Washing, Window & Gutter cleaning, all your exterior cleaning needs. 604-230-0627
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353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS Eastcan Roofing & Siding
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MISC. FOR SALE
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Delivery & Pick-Up Included Residential & Commercial Service • Green Waste • Construction Debris • Renovations • House Clean Outs
JUNK REMOVAL
Spiritual Reader & Healer
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Journeyman Call 604-345-0899
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PLUMBING
BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
604-716-8528
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Sandy 604 945 5864 sandy@terramanagement.ca
DreamTeam Auto Financing “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals
CLEAN SPACIOUS SUITES 1 & 2 Bdrm Suites Centrally Located, 1/2 blk-Metrotown Mall Full time caretaker.
1-800-961-7022
www.iDreamAuto.com DL# 7557
MOVE IN TODAY!!! CALL ANYTIME TO VIEW
778-788-1867 COQUITLAM
Welcome Home ! 1 Bedrooms available near Lougheed Mall and transit. Rent includes heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Refs required.
Call (604) 931-2670
ROTTWEILER 4.5 year old intact male, very large, $1500. Call 604-309-8545.
604-618-2949
•Licensed •Insured •WCB
Discover the power of Energy Readings by Angela DON’T LET TIME & DISTANCE STAND IN YOUR WAY.
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> Lassie doodle puppies (Collie x Poodle)Born Father’s Day (June 16). Mom is a PB small (45 lbs.) Rough Collie and Dad is a PB small (50 lbs) Standard Poodle. Puppies are black with varying amounts of white on paws and chest and some are blue merle. Both males and females available. We have bred this litter special to create the perfect family companion (intelligent, gentle, easy to train, always willing to please, happy indoors and outdoors, good with children and animals, low to no shed). We are a 4H (agility, obedience, showmanship) family and our dogs are a part of our home and life and we wish the same for our puppies. Please consider the time and commitment needed to raise a dog and you will have our support and guidance for life. Pups will have first shots and deworming. Black males are $850, females and blue merles are $950. 604-820-4827
Large 2 br located in a Central Coq Co-op. $810/mo. No subsidy. Close to transit, schools, and shopping.
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
PAVING/SEAL COATING
Commercial & Residential • Parking Lots • Driveways • Garage Apron • Speed Bumps • Potholes • Patchwork • Tennis Courts • Repair & Resurface Over 10yrs of exp. Free Estimates Insured ★ Great Rates ★ WCB
.New West Police Victim Ass Unit 604-529-2525 Volunteer Caseworkers 604-529-2525
172 ASTROLOGY/PSYCHICS
FLEETWOOD WASTE Bin Rentals 10-30 Yards. Call Ken at 604-294-1393
ASPHALT PAVING
263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE
EXCAVATING - DRAIN TILE Old Garage, Carport, House, Pool, Repair Main Waterline, Break Concrete & Removal Free Estimates!
RUBBISH REMOVAL
ASPHALT PAVING • Brick Driveways • Retaining Walls • Foundation Repairs • Sealcoating 604-618-2304
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
PERSONAL SERVICES
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(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
Call: Rick (604) 202-5184
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APARTMENT/CONDO 2 bdrm bright apt.
AAA PRECISION PAINTING. Quality work. 778-881-6096.
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AUTO CREDIT - Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply at: uapplyudrive.CA or Call toll free 1.877.680.1231
RENTALS
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
Truck & Trailer Mechanic
AUTO FINANCING
PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS
604-537-4140 .info@lydellgroup.ca fax 780-542-6739
TRANSPORTATION
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
Experienced Mover w/affordable rates, STARTING AT $40/HR 24/7 - Licensed & Insured. ** Seniors Discounts ** fortiermoving.ca
MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877-776-1660.
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CAIRN TERRIER. Male, In training. Ready to go. Shots, dewormed. $800. 604-807-5204.
FOR YOUR MOVING
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.
PETS
627 Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
FARMS
WHATCOM COUNTY Berry Farm North of Lynden, family owned 80+ yrs. 19.2 acres. 8 acres newer Meeker Raspberries in production, 9 acres open for replanting. Halverstick Road. Most fertile & proven soil in County w/ample water rights. 3 bdrm house, garage, large shop & barn. $775,000, negotiable. Call for details or tour (360)305-2060. Email: ondeckt@hotmail.com
HOMES WANTED
WE BUY HOUSES! Older House • Damaged House Moving • Estate Sale • Just Want Out • Behind on Payments Quick Cash! • Flexible Terms! CALL US FIRST! 604-657-9422
NEW WEST 621 COLBURNE St. Avail now. 1 Bdrm, newly reno’d, very quiet. Starting at $735/mo. No pets. 1 Blk to Canada Games & Queens park. Call: 604-454-4540
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WALKER MANOR 6985 Walker Ave
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
Bright large 1br for rent fully reno, available immediately very clean quite building. The Scrapper
Please Call
604-358-9575 736
HOMES FOR RENT
MAPLE RIDGE, 2 bdrm rancher, Hammond area, well kept, pri bkyrd close to schls & transit. $1250/mo, avail Oct. 1st. Refs & good credit req 778-882-9447
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SUITES, LOWER
COQUITLAM. 3 bdrm, 2000 sqft., dbl gar. Priv back yrd, 2 f/p. $2250+60% utils. Oct 1. Nr Douglas College/Schools/Bus.778-389-1801
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TOWNHOUSES
PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1097/mo - $1199/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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WANTED TO RENT
Wanted warehouse/garage to rent/lease about 500sf for strg & light mfg-Tricity, MR, Pitt Meadows, N. West. Pref PoCo 604-945-5758
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
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Prices effective: September 4th to 8th, 2013 *While Quantities Last Fresh & Crisp
Gala Apples
99¢/lb Locally Grown
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99¢ ea Locally Grown
Fresh & Sweet
INCLUDING: Cake Cutting @ 1pm Games & Prizes Free Balloons Free Samples
Bananas
49¢/lb Ecuador Grown
And more!
Fresh & Nutritious
Green Peppers
99¢/lb Locally Grown
Fresh & Nutritious, Washington Grown
Russet Potatoes (5lb bag)
$1.00/bag
*Reg Price $2.50/bag Valid with coupon only at Kin’s location at
Brentwod Town Centre, Marine Way Market, Lougheed Town Centre & Royal City Centre Valid September 4th to 8th, 2013
Limit One Per Family - While Quantities Last - 5522
Royal City Centre
Marine Way Market
Brentwood Town Centre Lougheed Town Centre
116 - 610 6th Street Across from Shoppers 604.520.9923
200-7515 Market Crossing Burnaby, Beside PriceSmart
58 - 4567 Lougheed Hwy Beside IHOP 604.298.8299
206 - 9855 Austin Rd Beside Purdy’s 604.420.0788
OPEN same as mall hours
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604.432.6199 OPEN 9am to 8pm
Now Hiring Shift Leaders at Royal City Centre and other locations. Great benefits and advancement opportunities. FAX: (604) 272-8065 EMAIL: HR@kinsfarmmarket.com
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