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Fireworks situation ‘totally out of control’ Being sold on Craigslist; Councillor wants province to act Wanda Chow
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Westridge resident Hartwig Boecking, whose property with a clear view of Burrard Inlet could be expropriated under one of Kinder Morgan’s routing options, called the cancellation of the meetings ‘awful’ news, and believes the online-only approach marginalizes people with concerns.
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The National Energy Board (NEB) has cancelled planned information sessions in Burnaby and Vancouver that would have helped explain how people can participate in hearings on Kinder Morgan’s proposed expansion of the Trans Mountain pipeline. “I’m just flabbergasted that they cancelled these,” said BurnabyDouglas New Democrat MP
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Kennedy Stewart. occur on all other such projects in “When this application kicks off, The NEB was to hold the sessions Canada, he said, and are “essential” if it’s approved, the National Energy in communities along the pipeline for people directly affected, such Board grants Kinder Morgan the route that runs from Edmonton to as homeowners who find out the right to expropriate property,” Burnaby, but after holding pipeline is proposed to go Stewart said. four of them—two in Alberta through their property. “So if people don’t get involved and two in B.C.—they were In addition to informing now, it’ll be too late after. cancelled “out of the blue,” people how to get involved “This is two million people, Stewart said from Ottawa. in the hearing process for essentially, that have been cut out of The reason? the expansion application, the process, at least this first stage “They said there were too expected to be filed late this of it.” STEWART many people interested,” he year, they explain to people Stewart attended the first info said. what their rights are and session in Edmonton, which was “so Instead, the NEB will host several how to become an intervenor at the valuable” to the land owners who sessions live online. hearings, 4x1.25_bottle_depot_ad_final.pdf which will likely be held in attended. 1 12-03-05 1:20 PM Please see BEST WAY, A3 Such information sessions Calgary.
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As a retired Vancouver firefighter, Burnaby Coun. Paul McDonell has seen the worst-case fireworks scenarios first-hand. He’s seen an entire three-storey apartment building burn down after Roman candles set its roof on fire. He’s responded to an accident where a fireworks rocket hit a woman who then died. That’s not to mention countless people getting burnt and losing fingers and eyes. Now McDonell wants the provincial government to help cities deal with fireworks being sold and used illegally, saying the situation is getting out of control. As reported in the NewsLeader, a 10-footplus high cedar hedge caught fire in South Burnaby recently as a result of youths playing with fireworks. While Burnaby has a city bylaw around how fireworks can be sold and used, there are no fines for violations, a situation McDonell asked Burnaby Fire Department to review. Please see FIREWORKS, A4
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“So if Kinder Morgan comes to the door with a piece of paper that they’re asking you to sign— do I have to sign this or not, what does it mean if I do or don’t sign it? All those kinds of questions could be answered. But now they’re not going to have any kind of information about this until the process officially starts.” Stewart noted there is $1.5 million in NEB funding available to help people participate as intervenors, to hire lawyers and experts, for example. “Without these kind of initial information hearings, you’re not going to know that,” he said. “If they want to create conflict in the local community, this is a really good way.” In response to the NEB’s move, Stewart plans to try and fill the gap by hosting information meetings of his own. “We can’t let this thing come and people not be prepared. It’s just not right.” Westridge resident Hartwig Boecking, whose property with a clear view of Burrard Inlet could be expropriated under
one of Kinder Morgan’s they’ll really get a fair routing options, called shake here with the the cancellation of the whole thing, how they meetings “awful” news. approach it.” “They expect everybody For its part, the NEB to have a computer and believes the online not everybody has a information sessions computer or they’re not are the best way to computer savvy,” said accommodate the most Boecking. “It’s really people. marginalizing. It’s a very, “We can do one very sneaky approach, in presentation or we my opinion.” can offer four or five One of his neighbours and open it up to doesn’t have a computer anyone, regardless of and only receives where they may be. updates verbally through So that is the option Boecking, who said we chose,” said NEB it puts local seniors spokeswoman Sarah at a disadvantage. It’s Kiley. simply much easier to “It’s exactly same communicate with people presentation [as the in person, he said. in-person sessions], Boecking questioned we’re simply trying to the motives for dropping offer it in a different the Burnaby session after way and hopefully already holding one in reach more people.” Edmonton. The sessions will Kinder Morgan aims to almost triple the capacity on its “I think they know they pipeline which begins in Edmonton and arrives at Westridge take place live, and will get the strongest flak from Terminals in Burnaby. include a question-andover here so they like to answer portion. separate the people more,” he “Is the NEB really trustworthy? For people without computers, said. Many people are wondering if they can phone in during the
online sessions, or they can contact the NEB’s process advisor, who is delivering the presentations, and ask her questions directly, Kiley said. As for holding in-person information sessions in some communities and not in others, “quite frankly, they weren’t very well attended,” she said of the four meetings already held. That had the NEB looking at the best way to reach people. “We find that by offering one centralized location … if someone happens to be on vacation, or they’re not available those evenings, for whatever reason, then they’ve missed their opportunity. This way we’re able to provide more options.” • To learn more about the online information sessions or about how to participate in the hearing process, visit nebone.gc.ca, get email updates through transmountainpipeline. hearing@neb-one.gc.ca or call the NEB’s process advisor Reny Chakkalakal in Calgary toll-free at 1-800-899-1265. twitter.com/WandaChow
Woman dies almost month after Kingsway crash Other driver ticketed, faces fine, points Wanda Chow
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A woman seriously injured when her sedan was struck by a pickup truck at Kingsway and Imperial Street in early October has died. The crash happened on the morning of Oct. 2 and it appeared the male driver of the truck may have made an illegal
left turn, Burnaby RCMP Staff considered non-life-threatening, Sgt. Major John Buis said at the Buis said Wednesday. time. After spending about two There are no left turns weeks in hospital, she allowed at that intersection was released and sent and the force of the impact home to recover from her drove the car underneath leg injuries. Some time the truck. Firefighters had afterwards, she returned to to cut the roof off the car hospital due to a medical BUIS to get the woman out. emergency and was The woman, a 35-yearpronounced dead Oct. 27, old New Westminster resident, he said. was taken to hospital with broken Burnaby RCMP will be legs and ribs, injuries that were assisting the B.C. Coroner’s
office which will be investigating to determine the exact cause of death. Buis said police will not be releasing the woman’s name. As for the pickup driver, a man in his 20s, he was served with a ticket under the Motor Vehicle Act for driving without due care and attention, Buis said. He faces a fine and points on his licence. “Based on the evidence before us at the time of the collision, there was enough evidence to charge under the Motor Vehicle
Act,” he said. “That’s not to say it can’t be reviewed by someone, such as Crown counsel, if more evidence comes forward, or if someone determines that was not sufficient.” That will depend partly on the findings of the coroner’s investigation, he said. There was no indication that drugs or alcohol were involved. twitter.com/WandaChow
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Fireworks being sold on Craigslist, delivered done because it’s getting totally them to take the issue up with out of control. Just drive the province. McDonell has since learned around and see what kind of He said in an interview that that the youths who caused places we’ve got selling them. everyone seems to be selling the hedge fire purchased their Beer and wine stores are selling fireworks, from pubs to thrift fireworks on Craigslist and had bloody fireworks. On Edmonds, stores. them delivered to them at the we’ve got a thrift store selling “You can’t drive up Sixth Royal Oak SkyTrain station. fireworks. I mean, what’s Street and find an opening He had a look on the free going on here, it’s just that doesn’t say ‘fireworks.’ online classifieds site and found totally out of control It’s everywhere.� 90 local postings offering and it’s going to get He wants to see higher fireworks for sale, many of worse.� licence fees for people them willing to deliver to their Mayor Derek selling them with the customers anywhere in the Corrigan said MCDONELL money used for greater Lower Mainland. firefighters and police education on the dangers He couldn’t believe it. officers would likely of the explosive novelty Fireworks are dangerous and have more sway with the items. And he’d like to see people with no licence or any province on the issue than pressure put on Craigslist to not qualifications are selling them municipal councils. allow ads for fireworks sales. on online, he said at Monday’s “Fire departments and police “We can’t ban [fireworks], it’s council meeting. departments should be making like banning booze, it doesn’t “We’ve got to get some sure this is on the agenda for the work. But we can control it.� control over this.� provincial government and that Meanwhile, Coun. Pietro With municipalities using it’s an issue made important Calendino wants more a patchwork of bylaws that enough to take action on,� enforcement to be done around lacks consistency or in some Corrigan said. fireworks retailers contravening cases, enforcement tools, people Municipalities passing bylaws the city’s sign bylaws. selling them or setting them off just for show “gives people a The pop-up stores, which are illegally are getting away with it. sense of security that doesn’t only permitted to sell between The answer, McDonell said, exist.� Oct. 25 and 31, “plaster is for the provincial government McDonell plans to draft a entire buildings with huge to implement provincewide letter to the presidents of the signs,� Calendino said at the regulations. B.C. Fire Chiefs and B.C. Police council meeting, noting he’s “Something has got to be Chiefs associations calling on had complaints from a local business association about the eyesore they create. Corrigan said people Ji NG LE B LL can complain about the Walk & Run signs to city staff who for ARTH RITIS enforce the sign bylaw. If more enforcement is needed, more staff could be hired for that, but MAKE SOME NOISE FOR ARTHRITIS! that would be a budget discussion, Corrigan SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2013 noted. at THE WESTMINSTER QUAY Fireworks are only allowed to be set off in Burnaby on Oct. 31 and by people 18 or older on private property, unless a special permit is acquired from city hall.
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Faucher said the Ministry of Children and Families, whose Richard Faucher, BACI programs are involved We were told when we signed this it would Wanda Chow in less than five per cent be covered, otherwise some of us would have wchow@burnabynewsleader.com been hesitant. of BACI’s shortfall, told If Community Living the agency in April that B.C. has $4 million to a contract negotiated earlier this there was no new money help community social service year. coming. But the Ministry of agencies struggling with funding It’s left BACI with a Social Development and Social shortfalls, that’s news to the $420,000 annual shortfall for Innovation, which covers the head of one Burnaby agency. the wage increases on top of lion’s share, didn’t inform BACI “We didn’t know, in the the $150,000 it was already until September, which left it sector, there was $4 million grappling with related to items scrambling. available,” said Richard such as increased BC Hydro While CLBC, which funds the Faucher, executive director of rates and Medical Services Plan agencies, was not involved in the Burnaby Association for premiums. the negotiations, its spokesman, Community Inclusion (BACI). Faucher said BACI’s moves David Hurford, told the “There was no funding ever to address the shortfall has NewsLeader it has found $4 offered to BACI. We were told meant “very few” staff covered million in savings which will to come up with a plan under by the contract are losing hours be used to help the agencies the CLBC framework to find and changes to scheduling will in the short term, by covering savings to pay staff the [wage] not result in any loss of services. overtime costs for the Family increases and we needed to fund However, on the management Day holiday and increased it without cutting direct services side, one manager has been Municipal Pension Plan to people.” laid off, two managers that left premiums, for example. Faucher was responding to have been replaced by only one In the long term, it would a NewsLeader story in which position and a maternity leave look at ways to address three Burnaby New Democrat position has not been filled, he other issues with financial MLAs outlined allegations by said. implications that the agencies agencies supporting people with He said he “absolutely” was face, Hurford said. developmental disabilities that of the understanding that the Faucher said colleagues he their current funding shortfalls province would cover the pay checked with were not aware are the result of the provincial hikes. “We were told when we of that funding being available, government reneging on a signed this it would be covered, calling it “really intriguing.” promise to pay the total three otherwise some of us would twitter.com/WandaChow per cent staff wage increases in have been hesitant.”
Townhouse complex eyed for vacant lots Almost 10 years in the planning, a large patch of vacant land on Canada Way near Sperling Avenue is being proposed for a townhouse complex. The 10 lots between Canada Way and Claude Avenue just east of Sperling was first the subject of changes in January 2004 to the community plan, which set out guidelines for a townhouse development, said a Burnaby city staff report.
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Plenty of damage The ongoing Senate scandal has certainly done its share of damage — to the prime minister, the Conservative Party, the institution of the Senate and politicians in general. The Senate is certainly at its low point. It has never been popular with Canadians, being seen as a repository for bagmen, party hacks and failed politicians. While a few individual senators have done important and significant work, as a whole the institution does little of lasting importance. Now it has clearly been shown that many senators have had their hands in the cookie jar. Even when they get caught, the Senate and indeed the prime minister do little or nothing to change the culture of entitlement, which is widespread through the federal government. It isn’t just politicians who feel they are entitled to benefits that most other Canadians don’t get. Public servants have clauses in their contracts relating to sick leave, indexed pensions, severance and extended health care that most others can only dream of. The prime minister first took office in 2006 on a pledge to reform the Senate. It is now clear he has no idea of how to do so. A court decision in Quebec has basically ruled all his reform ideas cannot be implemented, and the court decision implies that the Senate will never be abolished, unless most provinces agree. Even if, in the court of public opinion, Stephen Harper is cleared of direct knowledge of off-the-books payments to senators, the public won’t soon forget that he appointed these three senators, and that he campaigned vigorously on Senate reform. As for the Conservative Party, in the next election its fortunes are totally tied to Harper. If he falters, so does the party. It has no plan B. —Langley Times/Black Press
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A glimpse of sun under an umbrella I hate to be a downer, but we live in a society full of jerks. You don’t have to look far to see examples of terrible behaviour all around us – bikes stolen from yards, animals abused and neglected, con-artists scamming seniors or faking cancer to reap financial benefits. It can be enough to make you want to run off into the woods and live like a hermit, free from the strain of having to deal with other people. Nowhere is humankind’s tendency towards all things awful more apparent than on our Lower Mainland roads. As a commuter, not a day goes by that I don’t see at least one act of blatant disregard for others on my way to or from work – tailgating, intentionally cutting another motorist off, not allowing someone to merge when the rules call for it, the list goes on and on. In this age of cellphone cameras in every purse or pocket, there have even been some welldocumented – and cringe-worthy – cases of road rage that have escalated to full-on fisticuffs in recent months. Where does all this callousness
Melissa Smalley and insensitivity come from? While it’s understandable that on occasion everyone has a bad day, and may unwillingly take it out on an innocent stranger, some people are just legitimate buttheads, going about their daily lives without consideration for those around them. When such charming behaviour is directed at me, I’m often overcome with anger and frustration, itching to retaliate in whatever satisfying, albeit immature, way I can. I never do. Partly because I really hate confrontation, but also because by the time I think of a suitable form of revenge, the moment has long past. And even though I refrain from striking back, I will admit that I’m someone who has a hard time letting go of such experiences. I can still recite with alarming accuracy every angry email I’ve ever received – and in this line of
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business, you get more than one or two. While I realize it’s unhealthy to hang on to negative feelings stemming from unpleasant encounters, I do have a secret weapon to ease my anger. It’s an umbrella. While umbrellas aren’t usually associated with thoughts of happier times, this particular bumbershoot – large and stylish, with a comfortable grip and easy-open button – brings me a sense of contentment every time I reach for it. It was just over two years ago that it came into my life. My husband and I were headed downtown for a concert. Having stepped off the SkyTrain near Rogers Arena, we started heading for a local pub to grab a bite to eat, when suddenly, it started raining. Two middle-aged, well-dressed men – perhaps on their way home after a few after-work beverages – stopped us on the sidewalk, handing my husband the umbrella. “Here,” one of the men said. “You’ll want to keep your lady dry.” And off they went.
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We stood there in the rain, shocked by what had just happened. It was an unexpected act of kindness that my husband and I had never really experienced in this city, and one that we still recall fondly. The memory of that evening brightens my spirit every time I reach for that umbrella on an otherwise miserable, rainy day, and I’m reminded that not everyone out there is mean and inconsiderate. It’s always nice to try and focus on the positive instead of the negative. Working in the news industry, that can be a difficult task, as more often than not, stories we encounter tend to lean towards the darker side of humanity. But if you look hard enough, you just might be able to find reasons to have faith in humanity after all, and motivation to turn the other cheek the next time someone cuts in line or flips you the bird. After all, we’ve got enough jerks on this planet already. Melissa Smalley is a reporter at the Peace Arch News.
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Burnaby Mayor Derek like it at any event they department to provide a Corrigan often refers to them as organize. $100,000 donation to sponsor those people who rush in while The Burnaby Fire Fighters a room at the soon-to-beothers are rushing out. Charitable Society put it all open Burn Fund Building in His reference, of course, is together by being out in the Vancouver, and over the past to those men and women who community at all times of three years have donated more wear the uniforms of Burnaby the year, hosting a pancake than $200,000 to Burnaby and firefighters. breakfast at the library’s Royal Columbian hospitals. And while we are aware of summer reading program And it’s not all about what these incredible individuals (they’ve been doing it for 10 fundraising either. Seven do to protect you and me on a years), selling hot dogs and members of the Burnaby daily basis, you might not be juices at the annual Edmonds department went to High aware of the services they also Fair and other such events, River, Alberta, to help with the perform daily to enhance the sponsoring the second annual devastating floods that tore that lives of the people who live and Burnaby Christmas Angel toy city apart. work in our city. run at the Hilton Vancouver Two of the key fundraisers Consider: In this year alone Metrotown (this year Dec. 5), put on by the charitable society the Burnaby Fire Fighters assisting seniors, fire prevention are the annual golf tournament Charitable Society will have awareness, and so much more. at Riverway and the firefighters’ raised and donated close to In these two final months annual ball at the Vancouver $200,000 to Burnaby charities, of the year alone, Burnaby Metrotown Hilton. which total over 50 in all. The firefighters will host 31 events, In addition to fundraising, charitable society represents including 14 pancake breakfast members are also active Burnaby firefighters in their sessions at Burnaby elementary teaching thousands of students mission to raise money for schools and participating in and community members how community groups and nonpictures with Santa at Lougheed to perform CPR. profit organizations, firefighters Mall. Twenty times a year the If you think I’m a fan, you donating their own time to firefighters, through auctions, better believe it. become involved in community provide hotdogs for birthday So, next time you come across events. Eight years ago, the parties and attend with their a Burnaby Fire Fighter, take a charitable society initiated a 1954 LaFrance fire truck, moment out and say thanks for nutritional snack program at providing rides for attendees. everything you do for our city. Brian Pound two of Burnaby’s elementary The Burnaby Fire Fighters Burnaby schools. These schools had been Local 323 was also the first identified as having a high proportion of low income families and nutrition had been a major concern. Today, that marvellous program has As part of construction for the future Evergreen Line Inlet Centre Station, spread to 23 schools a portion of Barnet Highway, between Ioco Road and Barnet Highway, will and three community be closed for two weekends in November to enable crews to push a large centres throughout concrete box into position underneath Barnet Highway that will ultimately the district. And it’s contain the station platform and guideway. working as teachers Lane closures will begin at 7:00 pm, followed by a full closure starting at report great results from 9:00 pm on Friday, November 8 until 6:00 am on Tuesday, November 12. If the work is not completed during this first weekend, an additional the program, children weekend closure will be implemented on Friday, November 15, beginning are more focused and with lane closures at 7:00 pm and a full closure at 9:00 pm that will learning in the classroom continue until 6:00 am on Monday, November 18. has improved. Two clearly marked detour routes will be in effect during the closure Even Hockey Canada periods: is impressed. During > Drivers travelling eastbound on St. Johns Street will be detoured at the recent national Dewdney Trunk Road to Mariner Way. Drivers also have the option of midget women’s turning left on Moody Street to Murray Street to access Coquitlam. hockey championship > Drivers travelling westbound on Barnet Highway will be detoured at Copeland Arena, a on Ioco Road to Murray Street and will use Moody Street to access schools program was St. Johns Street. Drivers coming from Coquitlam may wish to use put in place where Dewdney Trunk Road from the Mariner Way overpass to continue travelling westbound on St. Johns Street. students from various Burnaby schools, 6,000 > Signal timings at key intersections will be changed to accommodate the changes to traffic flow, however drivers should anticipate delays. in total, attended games throughout the week. There to greet them at the entrance, handing out nutritional snacks and juices were off-duty Burnaby firefighters. For more detailed information about the closures, including Hockey Canada had a detour map, please visit: www.evergreenline.gov.bc.ca never seen a program
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Some “all season” tires are good enough for winter roads in B.C., but not all of them. That’s one reason why Transportation Minister Todd Stone has added the topic of tires to a provincial review of highway safety that includes speed limits. “It’s been almost 40 years since the current definition of a winter tire was actually changed, and tire technology has advanced dramatically, particularly over the last five to 10 years,” Stone said Tuesday. With the popularity of all-season tires and all-wheel-drive vehicles, Stone said there is
some confusion about what is acceptable for requirements that took effect Oct. 1 on routes that have winter conditions. Those routes have signs advising drivers to use winter tires or carry chains, and police may turn drivers away if they are not properly equipped. True winter tires have a symbol of a mountain and snowflake on the sidewall. All-season tires with the “M+S” mark to indicate traction in mud and snow are also permissible, but all tires must have a minimum tread depth of 3.5 mm. A quick test can be done using a dime. Point Her Majesty’s
head downward and insert the dime in the tire tread. If the top of the head remains visible, the tire is too worn to qualify for winter conditions. Drivers have a choice of investing in new tires or buying a set of chains. The transportation ministry has a website at www.th.gov.bc.ca/ SeasonalDriving/ winter_chains.html that includes maps of routes affected by winter restrictions, and tips on how to use tire chains. Stone said that with 60 per cent of B.C. residents living in areas where winter conditions are not common, he is not considering making winter tires mandatory for all vehicles.
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Booze sales in food stores gets boost Tom Fletcher
stores. When the B.C. consultation began in September, Yap noted that The B.C. government’s liquor beer, wine and spirits are already policy review has heard a ‘loud and sold in rural grocery stores. He was clear’ message that people want the critical of the U.S. model, saying convenience of buying alcoholic it could lead to increased health beverages in grocery stores, says the and safety issues from increased MLA in charge of the review. consumption, as well as law With a three-month consultation enforcement problems. period ending Oct. 31, B.C.’s medical health Richmond Steveston MLA officers have called for a freeze John Yap said Tuesday or reduction to the number that about 80 per cent of of private retailers, a $3 respondents want the extra minimum price for bar drinks convenience that is routine in and higher prices for drinks U.S. grocery stores. with more alcohol content to YaP But Yap is proposing a less deter over-consumption. convenient model, a “store The Alliance of Beverage within a store” that would have Licencees, representing pubs, bars separate space and staff for alcohol and private liquor stores in B.C., purchases. He said the number of isn’t happy with the idea. ABLE BC outlets could be restricted to the executive director Ian Baillie said current level, with some existing the province already has more than private or public liquor stores moved 1,400 government and private liquor into grocery stores. stores. The Liquor Control Board of “The government also needs Ontario has announced a similar to consider what the impact of pilot project, with 10 “express” allowing large grocery chains to stores to offer limited selection sell liquor will be on the thousands inside or next to grocery stores. of jobs and millions of dollars of Nova Scotia also has government income that are provided by the liquor stores located in grocery current system,” Baillie said.
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A10 NewsLeader Friday, November 1, 2013
Bus drivers won’t push riders to pay fares Compass cards have union wary of conflict, assault risk Jeff Nagel Black Press
FROM VAGABOND TO POWER SMART NEW HOME OWNER. ROB MICKELBERRY’S JOURNEY TO THE HIGHEST LEVELS OF ENERGY EFFICIENCY After nearly a year travelling on a “rock star” bus from one end of North America to another, Rob Mickelberry, his wife and three children were ready to re-establish permanent roots back home in Victoria. “We bought a property while we were on the road,” says Rob, “then lived in the old house while we sub-divided the lot and built a new home that would be ours.” Because Rob wanted the home – completed in May 2013 – “for the long haul,” he was determined it would not cost a fortune to run.
Rob Mickelberry
By calling in certified energy advisors City Green Solutions early in the design process, Rob was able to build-in a number of refinements – including an air source heat pump, triple glazing, a heat recovery ventilation system and extra insulation – that resulted in the home achieving a remarkable EnerGuide 88 rating from Natural Resources Canada. That makes it, says Mike Young of City Green, “approximately 59 per cent more energy efficient than if this home had been built to BC Building Code standards.” It will also save Rob an estimated $1,500 to $1,800 a year on his energy bills. Icing on the cake: the high EnerGuide rating also qualified Rob for $2,000 in incentives from the BC Hydro Power Smart New Home Program, and he’s eligible for the ENERGY STAR® Package incentive of $150 per home for installing qualified energy-efficient lighting and appliances. To find out more about buying or building a Power Smart new home, please visit bchydro.com/pshome.
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Unionized bus drivers say they won’t be pressured into helping enforce fare payment by passengers when new Compass smart cards roll out. TransLink had asked drivers to “actively interact” with passengers to inform them about how to pay and that they could face fare evasion fines if they refuse. Nathan Woods, president of the union representing drivers, says the proposed training program would have put drivers in the “precarious position” of being at greater risk of assault due to conflict with fare evaders. “We’re not going to stop them,” he said. “The passengers don’t want fights on their bus and neither do we.” Woods said drivers will still answer passengers’ questions about fare payment and “meet and greet” as usual, but they won’t apply any new pressure to comply. It’s up to Transit Police and Coast Mountain Bus security staff to patrol for fare evaders, he said. The launch of the Compass card system in the new year will bring challenges for bus drivers. Under the new system, people who pay cash will no longer get a valid transfer to SkyTrain. Woods predicts more passengers will then refuse to pay as they board buses to avoid being double charged – or to at least claim that’s ZaBel what they’re doing. “I think fewer people are going to pay cash fares on the bus and they’re simply going to walk by us and say ‘I’m paying at the SkyTrain.’” Bus drivers can push a button to record when someone boards without paying. If a pattern is detected of a fare evader boarding at the same place consistently, Transit Police could respond. Despite the attention fare evasion gets, Woods said he doesn’t think it’s a large problem on buses now and faregates should reduce the problem on SkyTrain. “On the buses, there are going to be people who are going to scam the system eiither way,” he added. One expected scam is where people board a bus and soon tap out with their card at the back door so they pay one zone but ride further for free. Woods noted only a small number of bus routes actually cross a zone boundary so it won’t be a big issue. The main concern for the union remains attacks on bus drivers. There have been 115 assaults so far this year, up more than 10 per cent from a year ago. Woods predicts that statistic would worsen if drivers took a more confrontational stance. He suggested assaults may be up because TransLink efforts to wring more revenue out of the bus system are leading to more overcrowding and more passups by full buses, frustrating passengers. Driver assaults include acts like spitting, verbal threats and splashing drinks. TransLink spokesman Derek Zabel said drivers are expected to observe as passengers tap in with their cards and assist those who have difficulty. He said the request to the union was mainly to have drivers provide “options from a customer service perspective” while also reminding riders non-payment is punishable by a fine.
Friday, November 1, 2013 NewsLeader A11
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What is it that appeals to you about the car?
The full-size truck market is big business for automakers and a big deal for the businesses and people who depend on them. For almost five decades the Ford F-150 has been the best selling truck, with little chance they will lose that crown in the near future. What has been happening, over the last few years, is a strong shift from General Motors to RAM in terms of establishing the second best selling truck brand. The rise in RAM popularity can be traced back to a few key changes over the last several years, from muscular styling to class-leading interiors, a refined ride, plus engine and transmission advancements. I drove the 2014 RAM model range recently, on a beautiful fall day, just outside of Toronto. The “RAM Roundup” was a great opportunity to get my hands on these new trucks well before they arrive at BC dealerships. Looks A big part of the RAM brand success has been built on the sturdy and macho exterior styling. Front and centre is a grille that was enlarged, but better integrated, for the 2013 model year. Depending on the trim the grille finish can be chrome, painted or with a different insert. This feature is one RAM owners love so, in this case, larger
is better. Behind the grille are “active shutters” that close at higher speeds to help send the wind around the vehicle to improve aerodynamic efficiency. The same idea was also behind the longer side step, which helps reduce buffeting down the side of the trucks. One option that I find fascinating, and would seriously consider, is the $1500 air suspension that can be lowered for easier entry into the RAM or loading into the bed. Plus this system automatically lowers over 100km/h to also reduce aerodynamic drag. At lower speeds and for off-road duties, the air suspension can be raised for better ground clearance. Having had a chance to drive several RAM trucks with this feature I notice the already smooth ride is even better and the cabin is further insulated from vibration. Inside In the past trucks were typically used for work. Today, trucks have grown in popularity because they can be rugged on a work site and luxurious for all occupants. Having driven the Ford and new GM trucks recently, I can easily say that RAM still has the lead in interior design and finish with the Chevrolet and GMC right behind. (Ford is looking dated but look for an all-new F-150 in 2015). The centre console can be equipped with an 8.3-inch Uconnect communications and entertainment screen. In addition, there is a large
7-inch screen behind the steering wheel for fully customizable instant information readouts. The dash and seats can be trimmed in leather typically found in luxury cars not long ago.
Verdict As competitive as the car business is, the truck side is Drive The biggest It takes dynamite nuclear. Truck buyers take their trucks very change for 2014 includes to get a loyal truck seriously and the people the first diesel engine building them do too. It found in a light duty 1500 owner to change takes dynamite to get pickup truck. This is an Ital- brands but RAM a loyal truck owner to ian designed engine that has done a good change brands but RAM has been used extensively has done a good job of in Europe in Jeep products job of blasting the blasting the competition. like the Grand Cherokee. competition. Most of this success has With 420 lb.-ft. or torque, been thanks to constant this new “EcoDiesel” has Zack Spencer improvements instead of the same output as Ford’s waiting years to update Ecoboost but not the same their rigs. With a new diesel engine in towing capacity. Rated at 9200 lbs. this the 1500 to an all-new gasoline engine truck will be perfect for buyers who in the heavy-duty trucks, matched to want impressive fuel economy and sophisticated transmissions, improved good towing capacity; a balance of suspensions and cabins, it is no wonder usability and thriftiness. This engine has that RAM is on an upward swing. not been rated yet for fuel economy but thanks to a standard 8-speed automatThe Lowdown Power: 3.6L V6, ic transmission; this new EcoDiesel is 3.0L V6 turbo diesel, 5.7L V8. 6.4L V8 going to get better numbers than the and 6.7L diesel already class-leading gasoline V6 RAM. Price range: $19,995-$36,495 base Look for the new EcoDiesel RAMs prices. The diesel option adds around arriving in January of 2014. On the $4,500 heavy duty side there is also an all-new engine in the form of a 6.4L Hemi V8. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca The old 5.7L was not a perfect match
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What women want when car shopping Drives-U -Crazy Non-signallers. I want to scream when I am stuck behind a car that fails to signal an intent to turn left until the traffic light turns green. It has to be one of the most inconsiderate acts, especially in congested areas. It’s also an offence, which carries a $121 fine and two-point penalty. Considerate drivers would realize their error and drive on. Ha! They don’t exist. What drives-u-crazy? kmorgan@blackpress.ca
Maureen McCall looks up the specs on various vehicles at the Vancouver International Auto Show. ALEXANDRA STRAUB PHOTO
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Women are a huge driving force (pardon the pun) in the car-buying world. Studies show that around 60 per cent of new vehicles purchases are made by women. Further to that,
matriarchs heavily influence decisions on car buying within the family, too – perhaps as much as 85 percent of all purchases. While many hubbies would love a hot, little sports car, perhaps it’s not always ideal for, you know, life. Buying a vehicle is considered to be the second biggest purchase someone can make. The first is your home. So when someone says it’s not that big of a deal, it kind of is. Not only is it a long-term decision, but a financially significant one as well. It can also bring up many emotions: excitement, stress, anxiety and more. Leading up to the 2013
Vancouver International Auto Show, I had the privilege of assisting six women with their new car purchases. They gave me a budget and a list of “needs and wants” and then we went to the drawing board. The experience opened my eyes to a few things. Though each of the women was looking for something different from each other, there were common threads that presented themselves. Here are a few of the top things I observed:
temptations to get a few extra bells and whistles, and if you can work it into your bottom line, that’s ideal. But the navigation package or premium sound system wasn’t a must-have.
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Additional warranties were paramount. For those not leasing and swapping vehicles every four years, having the extra bit of protection from wear and tear was something they wanted to accommodate in their budgets, especially those who drive frequently.
Budgets are very important to everyone. And sticking to it was even more important for the women I worked with. Yes, there are always
Looks are great but it is the safety features women are after. There’s a lot of technology out there. Some-
Safety
times it is even overwhelming. But things like airbags, ABS, traction control and even backup cameras (for the larger vehicles) were high on the priority list. Interior capacity/hatch Cargo volume is subjective in the sense that not everyone needs as much as the other. But when it was in the top three of “needs” sometimes thinking outside of the box was necessary. Sacrificing looks for functionality, again, is something that often happens. But with designs of vehicles these days, it is getting easier to have your cake and eat it too.
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plays a huge role in having that brand new vehicle sparkling on your driveway. In fact, you can’t really avoid it unless you’re buying through a private sale. There’s still a stigma associated with car salespeople. Some say that as a woman, walking into a dealership has an automatic disadvantage. That’s changing. Most dealerships have female sales staff on the floor in case you’re more comfortable in that environment. No matter how good the product, if there’s discomfort or pressure in the buying process, it can sour the sale. If that’s the case, there are
Mean Mower cuts grass cut at high speed Honda’s ‘Mean Mower’ is set for a special appearance next week in front of 60,000 trade visitors at the world’s premier automotive speciality trade show, SEMA in Las Vegas. The 1000cc, 109hp lawn tractor will appear on Honda’s stand within the Las Vegas Convention Centre alongside the 2014 Civic coupe, which makes its world debut at the show, as well as an array of personalized Honda cars and motorcycles. Commissioned by Honda (UK) and built by its British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) partner, Team Dynamics, Mean Mower is set-up and geared to
achieve a top speed of 215kph, weighing just 140kgm, producing 96Nm of torque and an incredible power-to-weight ratio of 532bhp/ tonne. The project saw Team Dynamics re-engineer a Honda HF2620 Lawn Tractor from the ground-up, adding a custommade fabricated chassis, a 1000cc engine from a Honda VTR Firestorm, a bespoke suspension and wheels from an ATV. It features a custom-made paddle shift six-speed gear system, a bespoke sports seat, a Scorpion exhaust system and a steering rack taken from a Morris Minor.
Every effort has been made to retain as much of the look of the original mower as possible. The cutter deck was custom-made in fibre-glass, to reduce weight, while, in a stroke of pure genius, the grass bag provides a happy home for the fuel tank, a high capacity oil cooler and a secondary water cooling radiator. Mean Mower can also still cut grass, at up to 25 km/h, thanks to two electric motors on the cutter deck, spinning 3 mm steel cutting cable at This speedy Honda mower has a top speed of 215kph. an incredible 4000rpm.
always other options. The product is the same regardless of where you buy it from. It’s really the human element that can make or break the deal. Though, the women I worked with all had wonderful experiences. Ladies, if you’re looking at buying a new vehicle and would like some suggestions/assistance, email me and you could be featured in Driveway. Include your name, email address where best to be reached, a little bit about yourself, what you’re looking for and in what price range you need to work. alexandra.straub @drivewaybc.ca Twitter.com/cargirlsgarage
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Cost of major B.C. quake pegged at $75 billion Damage projected from shaking, liquefaction, tsunami, slides and fires Jeff Nagel Black Press
Damage to southwestern B.C. buildings, roads, pipelines and other critical infrastructure could hit $75 billion in a major earthquake, according to a new study. The 345-page report commissioned by the Insurance Bureau of Canada modelled a 9.0-magnitude subduction zone earthquake well off the west coast of Vancouver Island and Washington State. The strongest ground shaking and damage levels would be on the western side of Vancouver Island closest to the epicentre. But the report projects more overall damage in Victoria due to its many older, vulnerable buildings, as well as in the Lower Mainland from moderate shaking because of the sheer number of buildings and infrastructure at risk. The modeling forecasts a high shaking intensity in areas such as Delta, Richmond and Victoria, causing extensive damage to unreinforced masonry buildings, including partial collapse. A large area of Surrey, Burnaby, Coquitlam and Vancouver Island would
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Photo simulation of liquefaction damage in Richmond that could result from a major B.C. earthquake, according to a new scientific study that models the economic impact of a 9.0-magnitude quake in the province. The study, commissioned by Insurance Bureau of Canada, estimates costs as a result of a large quake in B.C. at almost $75 billion.
Darkest areas depicted on the map are projected to experience the greatest level of shaking intensity in a severe earthquake, according to the findings of a new study.
experience the secondhighest level of shaking intensity, significantly damaging poorly built buildings and causing slight to moderate damage to better structures. The report says lowlands with risky soil types could see significant damage from ground liquefaction, causing buildings to settle, tilt or slide. “Liquefaction damage is expected in Delta, Richmond and portions of Burnaby, Surrey, Port Coquitlam, Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge
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are expected to face moderate damage, as well as government buildings around Richmond City Hall, it says. The report predicts some roads will be damaged and impassable, water supply and other buried services will be compromised and drivers should expect many bridges to be temporarily closed, if only for a few hours to check for damage that may be slight in most cases. Vancouver International Airport would likely be cut off by road in the first few days due to the shutdown of access bridges. And road travel between Vancouver or Richmond and suburbs to the east and
battle intense local fires, possibly spreading from block to block. Those fires may not ignite immediately, but later, as power transmission is restored and electricity is turned back on in damaged areas. IBC president Don Forgeron said Canada is unprepared for such a disaster and said the bureau is launching a national conversation on how better to prepare. “If a mega-earthquake should strike in a densely populated area, insurance alone will not pay for all the damage. Governments and consumers have a role to play.” jeffnagel@blackpress.ca
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BC Fuchsia & Begonia Society: Meeting featuring a slideshow on the fuchsia gardens of England. Refreshments will be served. When: Monday, Nov. 4, 8 p.m. Where: St Helen’s Catholic Church Gym, 3871 Pandora St., Burnaby. Info: Fran, 604-3913262 or Elsie, 604-299-5438. Supporting Your Child’s Learning: The Burnaby Teachers’ Association hosts a free seminar for parents with practical advice on encouraging student success, and an opportunity for parents and teachers to exchange ideas. When: Monday, Nov. 4, 7 p.m. Where: Schou Education Centre, 4041 Canada Way, Burnaby. Reserve seats: bta5@telus.net or 604-294-8141.
Bonsor Centre Health Alert: D ro p - i n bl o o d p re s s u re, weight monitoring, health info, massage, socialization and relaxation. Foot care, paid service by appointment. Suggested donation: $2. When: Monday, Nov. 4, 9 to 10:45 a.m. Where: Bonsor Seniors Centre (55+), 6533 Nelson Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604-297-4956.
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Through dance, sand art, mime and drumming, get ready to feel your way through good vibrations, and tune your eyes to the movements of stunning performances. In collaboration with Burnaby Association for Community Inclusion. When: Tuesday, Nov. 5, 7 p.m. Where: 4084 MacDonald Ave., Burnaby. Tickets: $18 adults, $15 kids, available at 604-874-9325.
A Market With a Heart: Do some early Christmas shopping while improving the lives of thousands in developing countries. Featuring gift items and treats supporting the Stephen Lewis Foundation’s Grandmothers to Grandmothers, Ten Thousand Villages, fair trade and sociallyconscious local organizations. When: Friday, Nov. 8, 4 to 8 p.m. Where: South Burnaby United Church Hall, 7591 Gray Ave. (at Rumble St.), Burnaby. International Guitar Night: The world’s premier touring guitar festival. Each show brings together the most interesting a n d i n n ova t ive a c o u s t i c guitarists to exchange musical ideas in a public concert setting. When: Friday, Nov. 8, 7:30 p.m. Where: Massey Theatre, 735 Eighth Ave., New Westminster. Tickets: $24 Adult; $16 Student/ Seniors, plus service charges, available at 604-521-5050 or www.masseytheatre.com.
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Classic West Coast architecture at Amacon’s RedBrick By Kerry Vital
Outdoor enthusiasts will find a lot to love at Amacon’s RedBrick, located in the growing community of Edmonds in South Burnaby. The Urban Trail is located right outside your door, and there’s a park across the street and others within easy walking distance.
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Among the features included in the one-, two- and threebedroom homes is engineered hardwood flooring in the entry, kitchen, living and dining rooms. You’ll find polished stone countertops and a full-height stone backsplash in the kitchen, complemented by stainless-steel appliances and laminate flatpanel kitchen cabinetry with a modern square-edge profile. The bathrooms are soothing and luxurious, with polished stone slab countertops, oversized polished porcelain tiles and their own laminate cabinetry. The exterior is as beautiful as the interiors, with West Coast architecture that lives up to the
development’s name, expansive windows and balconies, and tons of green space. Residents will have access to an exercise facility, TV lounges and meeting rooms, a party kitchen with a dining area, a games room and a crafts room. There’s also a children’s play area and a barbecue terrace, if you’re in the mood for some outdoor entertaining. You’ll find public art by artists Jacqueline Metz and Nancy Chew right on-site, adding to the beauty of the development. RedBrick is perfectly situated for those who want to leave their cars behind. Commuting to downtown Vancouver will be simple, as the Edmonds SkyTrain station is nearby. You’ll find schools right across the street, as well as shopping and dining opportunities close by. Homes at RedBrick start at $239,900. For more information, check out www.liveatredbrick.com, call 604-527-7955 or visit the presentation centre at 7008 14th Avenue, Burnaby, open daily except Fridays between noon and 5 p.m.
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An eclectic mix of people call Larco Investments’ Morgan Crossing home. Many of them have purchased because of the village lifestyle, with its array of shops, restaurants and amenities right outside your front door.
Finding your perfect home at Morgan Crossing By Kerry Vital
Imagine being able to meet friends for coffee, walk out your door and go grocery shopping or browse the latest fashions, or get in a good workout, all in one spot. You don’t need to imagine that with Larco Investments’ Morgan Crossing, located in the heart of South Surrey. It’s all right there. “There’s just about everything anybody needs here,” says Bryan Woolley of Fingerprint Strategies.
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time buyers and older couples downsizing from their single-family home. “Everyone has their own reasons for wanting to live here,” Woolley says. “The homes are really well-designed.” With spacious floorplans and plenty of amazing features such as engineered flooring, gorgeous countertops and an open-plan layout, buyers will easily find things to love about their new home. Morgan Crossing regularly holds community events, including car shows, fashion shows and outdoor movie nights. Living a car-free lifestyle is a huge draw for buyers at Morgan Crossing. Being able to leave the car behind and accomplish all of your errands on foot not only saves you money on gas, but it also saves you time and keeps your stress levels down. You also may find yourself entertaining at home more because everything you need for the perfect
party is right at your fingertips. Even an impromptu gathering is easy when you can just run downstairs to get what you need from one of the shops. If you do choose to venture out of the village, you’ll find golf courses, schools and leisure and recreation activities close by. Remaining homes start at $269,900 including GST. For more information, visit www.morgancrossing.ca, call 604-582-1336 or visit the presentation centre at #31415850 26th Avenue, open daily except Friday between noon and 5 p.m.
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Character HOME at 1507 Hamilton Street, New Westminster Open House: Saturday 2-4pm Bright and spacious 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2248 square foot, one and a half storey character home on a huge 7516 sf lot on lovely tree lined quiet West End street. This home features fir floors, large kitchen with maple cabinets, spacious rooms and closets, some double windows, 2 bedrooms on the main, 1 bedroom with walk-in closet up and 2 bedrooms and new 3-piece bathroom down. Home has 7 year old roof, updated electrical, large yard and lots of open parking and sits on a 53.5 x 140.5 lot.
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
TOWER CRANE TECHNICIAN
Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader, is seeking an energetic, Tower Crane Technician. The applicant must have full understanding of electronics and 3 phase power. This F/T position requires knowledge of tower crane erection and dismantles .
Please email all resumes to Barbara@megacranes.com or Fax: 604.599.5250
PERSONAL SERVICES 180
EDUCATION/TUTORING
French (778)870-7363
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
DEMOLITION
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EXCAVATING - DRAIN TILE Old Garage, Carport, House, Pool, Repair Main Waterline, Break Concrete & Removal Free Estimates!
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HELP WANTED
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 287
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
HOME IMPROVEMENTS Carpentry, painting, drywall, tiles Quality work - reasonable price Martin 778-355-5840
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ARCO CONSTRUCTION All remodels & renos. FREE EST. Mike 604-825-1500. Harry 604-500-3630
HELP WANTED
homes OPEN
BURNABY & NEW WESTMINSTER
Tutoring - All Levels 182
FINANCIAL SERVICES
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
D & N TOTAL CARE Home Improvement Specializing in basement reno’s, bathrooms & kitchens. Installation of drywall, flooring & tiling. Plumbing, electrical, and more. *25 years exp. Free Estimates.
ARCO DRYWALL LTD. All kinds of drywall & paint. Call Ryan 778-892-9590
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HELP WANTED
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
Central Creek Construction Complete Renovations. Specialize in Kitchens & Baths. Seniors Discount 10% off . BBB / WCB 604-773-7811
ALWAYS! GUTTER Cleaning & Roof Blowing, Moss Control,30 yrs exp., Reliable! Simon 604-230-0627
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
Daniel: 778-999-9122 . Expert Power Washing. Gutters cleaned & repaired. www.expertpowerwashing. Mike, 604-961-1280 MIKE 604-961-1280
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HOME REPAIRS
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 374
TREE SERVICES
REAL ESTATE 669
MOVING & STORAGE
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604-812-9721 GL ROOFING. Cedar/Asphalt, Flat roofs, WCB Clean Gutters - $80. 604-240-5362. info@glroofing.ca
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$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
RUBBISH REMOVAL
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PETS
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• Furniture • Appliances • Electronics • Junk/Rubbish • Construction Debris • Drywall • Yard Waste • Concrete • Everything Else! **Estate Clean-Up Specialists**
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• Tree Trimming • Fully Insured • Best Rates
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ABBA MOVERS & DEL Res/comm 1-4 ton truck, 1 man $35/hr, 2 men from $45. Honest, bsmt clean up. 25yrs Exp. 24hrs/7days 604-506-7576
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1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
TREE & STUMP
#1 BULLDOG DISPOSAL CO. Res/Comm. No Job too Small. Free Est. Call Tony 604-834-2597
*Appliances *BBQs *Exercise Equip *Cars/Trucks/Trailers *Hotwater Tanks *Furnaces * Restaurant Equipment All FREE pickup!
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
RENTALS 706
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604.587.5865
Running this ad for 8yrs
PAINT SPECIAL
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3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour
DISPOSAL BINS By Recycle-it
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
6 - 50 Yard Bins
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Delivery & Pick-Up Included Residential & Commercial Service • Green Waste • Construction Debris • Renovations • House Clean Outs
PAVING/SEAL COATING
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ASPHALT PAVING
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
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Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988
ASPHALT PAVING • Brick Driveways • Retaining Walls • Foundation Repairs • Sealcoating 604-618-2304
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1 Bedrooms available near Lougheed Mall and transit. Rent includes heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Refs required.
PETS
Call (604) 931-2670
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 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
MAPLE RIDGE, 2bdrm, 2 baths. 5 yr old. Avail Nov 1. $1150/mo. N/S. Small pet ok. (604)468-1449
Crime free clean quiet well managed mature adult bldg. No smokers No pets gas f/p. $525 + utils. MALTESE 4 beaut males 8 wks old 1st shots, dewormed, 4.5 5lbs, $850. 604-300-1450 Abbots P/B PAPILLON PUPS, adorable, 8 wks, 1st shots. Ready to go to loving home $950 firm. 604-944-6502
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 506
APPLIANCES
APPLIANCES FOR SALE Above oven Kenmore Microwave (black) fan as well. , Beaumark dishwasher (white). All in good working order. We are remodeling and changing colour. North Delta 604-591-9740
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FERTILIZERS
WEED FREE Mushroom Manure 13 yards - $160 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $180. 604-856-8877
GARAGE SALES
BURNABY, Garage Sale. Sat/Sun, Nov 2 & 3. 10am. 7967 19th Ave. Old growth planed hdwd planks, etc. Cheap. Older maple tables & chairs, like new. Tools, records, camper jacks. Much more.
100% Heating & Plumbing 24/7
MOVING OUT OF PROVINCE Fine furniture & household items
Certified, Insured & Bonded
Sat & Sun ~ Nov 2 & 3 9am - 5pm 3981 Creekside Place
RELIABLE & AFFORDABLE
(Park on Linwood) near Boundry & Canada Way
mikes hauling 604-516-9237
FLEETWOOD WASTE Bin Rentals 10-30 Yards. Call Ken at 604-294-1393
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005 LOCAL PLUMBER $45 Service Call Plumbing, Heating, Plugged Drains. Mustang Plumbing 778-714-2441
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MISC. FOR SALE
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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The Scrapper
SUITES, LOWER
#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
2BR suite (clean) $975 New West W/End. Incl cable, wifi & utilities. Laundry onsite. 604-787-5218 BURNABY: Metrotown - Lrg 2 bdrm g/l. full bath, f/p. n/s, n/p. $950 inc util. 604-451-5795/604-837-5795 Coquitlam Munday/Daws Hill, 2 bdrm ste incl util quiet area. Avail now $925mo NS/NP 604-931-1775 PORT COQUITLAM 1bdrm g/l suite Pets / Smoking Neg. Avail immed. $750/mo incl utils. 778-898-4125.
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SUITES, UPPER
SURREY Bridgeview. 3Bdrm upper, 2 balconies, RV pkng, priv laundry, ns/np, avail immed. $1300 +utils. 778-574-4621 or 778-388-4623.
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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
TRANSPORTATION 810
Brad’s Bin Service 604.220.5865
SUNDECKS
COMPLETE Roofing Ltd. Repairs & gutters, all roofs. WCB, BBB, Reas guaranteed. Sr Disc. 604-725-0106
AUTO FINANCING
Notice is hereby given to Creditors and Others having claims against the Estate of Madeliene Jean (Lynne) Hartigan, deceased, formally of 1604 Hamilton Street, New Westminster, BC that under section 38 of the Trustee Act full particulars of such claims should be sent to the undersigned executor at 7970 11 Avenue, Burnaby, BC V3N 2N6 on or before November 26, 2013 after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed having regard only to the claims received. Rhonda Gale, Executor
In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT:
Canuck Roofing All Roof Repairs Any job big or small. Free Est. *WCB *Insured *BBB 778-772-1969
PATTAR ROOFING LTD. All types of Roofing. Over 35 years in business. 604.588.0833
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
$1100+util Ref. Dec. 1. 604-512-8725
CRESCENT Plumbing & Heating Licensed Residential 24hr. Service
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
(604) 467- 5271
• Hot water tanks • Furnaces • Broilers • Plugged Drains 778-862-0560
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
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MAPLE Ridge dntwn Urbano complex, 2bdrm, 2 bth, inste w/d, f/p, deck, 2 u/g prkg Nr amen NS/NP
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, plugged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
Stunning Camper! 8.5 Foot 2011 Northland Polar Basement full slide, short or long box, 2900lbs. In excellent new cond! $22,000. Call 604-341-1445.
Maple Ridge Central
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PLUMBING
APARTMENT/CONDO Welcome Home !
But Dead Bodies!! 20 YARD BINS AVAILABLE We Load or You Load !
2004 27 Ft. Silver Edition, Arctic Fox trailer. Top line Aluminum Frame, Continuous Fiberglas Front Kitchen, Rear Bed, Deluxe Edition. $13,000. 604-341-1445
COQUITLAM
HOT TUBS NO PROB!
604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
Journeyman Call 604-345-0899
#301- 214-11th St. $225,900. 1bdr+1bath , 720sq ft private. Pay only $945/mo. with $11,000 down. Call David Evans @ 604-328-8250 Re/Max
ABC TREE MEN Pruning, Shaping, Tree Removal & Stump Grinding. 604-521-7594 604-817-8899
10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofing & Siding. CB. Re-roofing, New Roof Gutters.
www.affordablemovers.bc.com
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RECREATIONAL/SALE
Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
AFFORDABLE MOVING
332
CARS - DOMESTIC
2002 BUICK CENTURY Special ED Loaded new tires & brake, 129K’s. Premium cond! Private. $4500/obo. Call 778-565-4334
Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222
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NEW WESTMINSTER
If I can’t do it It can’t be done
INTERIORS: Baths (reno’s/ 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
TRANSPORTATION
Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now, 1.877.680.1231 www.UapplyUdrive.ca
566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS PIANO. Music teacher has Yamaha Piano for sale. $1550. Please call 604-585-6880 for appt to view. Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
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TILING
HANDYMAN, HOME RENO’S, Painting & Tile. No job too small. Call 604-521-6919
REAL ESTATE 627
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
639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES • DIFFICULTY SELLING? •
Difficulty Making Payments? No Equity? Penalty? Expired Listing? We Buy Homes! No Fees! No Risk! www.GVCPS.ca / 604-786-4663
Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
On November 4, 2011, on South Dyke Road, east of Carter Street, New Westminster, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the New Westminster Police Service seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: $280 CAD, $2,308 CAD, and $879.21 CAD, all of which were seized on or about 21:10 Hours, a Nokia cell phone, seized on or about 21:27 Hours, and a Nokia cell phone, seized on or about 22:14 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been obtained by and/or used in the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 5(2) (Possession for purpose of trafficking) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2013-1792, is subject to forfeiture
under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.
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