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Cuccione, Weinberg to get Order of B.C. Cancer fighter & brain researcher earn top honour By Janis Warren THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Two Tri-City residents who are leaders in their fields will be in good company as they are invested this fall with the Order of B.C. Yesterday, Lt.-Gov. Judith Guichon announced Gloria Cuccione of Coquitlam and Hall Weinberg of Anmore will receive the province’s top honour, along with former
MICHAEL CUCCIONE Vancouver Canucks coach and general manager Pat Quinn, artist and writer Douglas Coupland and real estate magnate Bob Rennie. A total of 370 people have been bestowed with
the Order since it was introduced 25 years ago. Cuccione, whose C o q u i t l a m c h a r i t y, named after her late son, has raised millions of dollars for childhood cancer research, said the news has yet to sink in. Collecting cash through the Michael Cuccione Foundation “has been a joint effort,” she said, noting in particular the efforts of her husband, Domenic.“We look at the numbers and continue to be amazed at the results.... If Michael were alive today, he would have survived [cancer].” see WEINBERG, page 13
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Gloria Cuccione of Coquitlam, who has worked to raise money for childhood cancer research, and Hal Weinberg, the former Anmore mayor and SFU brain researcher, will be awarded the Order of B.C. later this year, it was announced on Thursday.
Tri-City teachers to strike Thurs. Next local day off Thursday, June 5 By Diane Strandberg THE TRI-CITY NEWS
Tri-City parents whose children attend public school need to make arrangements for their kids for next Thursday — the second day of rotating job action by teachers in School District 43. BC Te a c h e r s ’ Federation president Jim Iker notified the BC Public School Employers’ Association of the planned June 5 job action in a letter Wednesday, the same day SD43’s 1,200 teachers and 2,000 unionized support workers were off the job as B.C.-wide rotating strikes hit SD43. Parents are encouraged to check out the websites of local recreation programs for places to enrol their children. On Wednesday, dozens of kids spent the day doing games and other activities at the Sasamat
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“It’s just our hands are tied. Nobody wants to be out here.” Barb Buczewski, a Grade 6/7 teacher at Moody middle school in Port Moody
JIM IKER, BCTF PRESIDENT Outdoor Centre and Place des Arts. Meanwhile, Tri-City schools were quiet, with principals on duty but no one else in the classroom to provide instruction. It’s not known how many, if any, students showed up at SD43 schools but the mood was elevated
on the picket line, where kids brought donuts and cookies and cars honked for placard-wearing teachers. Even the rain held off for the walkout. For Moody middle school Grade 6/7 teacher Barb Buczewski, the walkout was necessary because of the province’s refusal to put class sizes and composition issues on the bargaining table and offer more money for wages.“It’s just our hands are tied. Nobody wants to be out here,”she said. CUPE workers also stayed off the job, said Local 561 president Dave Ginter, who visited a couple of schools to show support for striking teachers. see SD43 WILL, page 7
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Teachers picket in front of Moody middle school Wednesday as part of rotating one-day strikes at B.C. public schools.
PoCo woman in fight of her life Adrienne Pace needs a new kidney and may have just a few months to live if she doesn’t get one. Story, page 13
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Evergreen moves, tunnel 75 m in Columns in place in Burquitlam, work continues
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By Diane Strandberg The Tri-CiTy News
Those who may have thought the long-awaited Evergreen Line would never be built may now be surprised to learn how far along the project is after 18 months of construction. On Tuesday, project manager Amanda Farrell presented an update to Port Moody council, complete with photographs that showed much has been done on the $1.4-billion Burnabyto-Coquitlam rapid transit line, although many milestones have yet to be reached. For example, all the columns are now in place along North Road and when guideway construction is finished this summer, the equipment will move from Burquitlam to Pinetree Way in Town Centre. Farrell said 75 m of the tunnel under Clarke Road hill have been bored by the huge drilling machine — nicknamed “Alice” — with work to resume again shortly, with the goal of boring about 8 m a day to get to the south portal
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With Evergreen Line work ramping up in the Tri-Cities this summer, Coquitlam RCMP is reminding drivers and pedestrians to be careful in construction zones. According to an RCMP press release, its Traffic Services officers issued 48 tickets for driving violations during a two-hour blitz in an area near Coquitlam Centre last week while Community Police Station volunteers handed out more than 1,000 cards with pedestrian road safety tips. “Our goal is to make sure everyone — drivers, cyclists and pedestrians — obey all traffic signs,” said Coquitlam RCMP Traffic Services Const. Quentin Frewing.“It’s part of the overall strategy to keep all road users safe.” Even pedestrians can receive fines of between $109 and $121 for violations ranging from disobeying traffic signals to failing to yield to a vehicle. Numerous traffic pattern changes, sidewalk closures and barricades have gone up as part of Evergreen Line construction and summer road upgrades, Frewing said. He added that police have been ramping up enforcement as part of May’s high-risk driving campaign. “With construction going full speed ahead and traffic patterns changing in the Evergreen Line construction area, we are making your safety a high priority with continued enforcement in the area for the coming months,”he said.“Whether you’re riding, driving or walking, pay attention to the road signs and stay safe on the roads.”
The guideways for the Evergreen Line along Clarke Road in Burquitlam. The rapid transit line, stretching from Lougheed Town Centre in Burnaby, through Port Moody to Town Centre in Coquitlam, is scheduled to open in summer 2016. by the end of the year. “It’s a major undertaking and it’s going well,” Farrell told PoMo councillors, adding that installing the tracks and other work in the tunnel will take place in 2015. While construction
is visible throughout the route through Port Moody and Coquitlam, Inlet Centre station is the most complete of all seven stations, Farrell said, and a lot of work is also going on behind the scenes.
Farrell said landscaping, street furniture and public art plans are being developed using principals of Crime Prevention through Environmental Design while streamkeepers have been kept up to
date with habitat enhancement plans and efforts to protect creeks from runoff during construction. “We are working hard to improve those protocols and working with stewardship groups,”
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to reduce noise and improve sight lines for Klahanie residents, who expressed concerns last fall about the impact of the rapid transit system on their condo development. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
Snowpack down as sprinkler season starts sprinkling rules kick in on sunday throughout Metro
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• Let lawns go dormant over the summer — the grass will turn green again when the rain starts to fall. • Those who choose to water their lawn only need to do so for one hour a week. • Install a rain barrel and harvest rain for the garden. • Leave grass clippings on the lawn to reduce evaporation. • Conserve water indoors by installing high-efficiency toilets and low-flow shower heads.
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There’s less snow in the mountains to replenish local reservoirs but Metro Vancouver isn’t expecting any drinking water supply shortage this summer. Snowpack levels in late April were less than 70% of historic average levels, according to a regional district report. But the region projects storage in its alpine lakes and reservoirs will supply enough water this summer. Th at wo u l d o n l y change, the report said, if there’s an extreme drought or unusually high demand for water — and in such a case, Metro could still increase the use of Coquitlam Lake or impose more stringent water sprinkling limits on top of rules that were tightened in 2012. The last time the region came close to not meeting drinking water service targets was in July 2009, when hot sum-
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If you have a tech idea, he wants to talk to you Marketing man looks for Tri-City tech startups
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A future Steve Jobs could be working away in a Coquitlam garage right now developing the Next Big Thing and Jason Carvalho wants to find that person and make them the next digital superstar. The digital marketing specialist said Coquitlam is ripe for the development of a startup accelerator, where entrepreneurs and investors could come together to create internet startups in areas such as e-commerce, mobile platforms and gaming apps. “We want to build a local ecosystem that provides access to global mentors, funding and expertise to develop our high tech startup community,” Carvalho told The Tri-City News in a recent interview. Collaborating with three other business professionals with start-up experience, Carvalho and his team have established a website (www. triccelerate.ca) and are meeting the last Tuesday of every month at various Coquitlam locations, including city hall and the library. Carvalho isn’t new to this growing medium for business development. Named one of Business in Vancouver’s Top 40 under 40 people to watch in 2012, he cut his teeth on startups, ranging from the software security company ParetoLogic to the online custom apparel company Indochino. Carvalho has created two online companies of his own — a peer-to peer lending company called Fortuno he sold to an Australian investor and MarilynJean, which sells baby products online. The experience he has gained has taught him how to get investment capital through government grants, “angel” investors and venture capitalists, as well as the importance of designing a superior user experience
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“We want to build a local ecosystem that provides access to global mentors, funding and expertise to develop our high tech startup community.” Jason Carvalho and gaining customers through digital marketing and analysis. He currently donates 10% of his time to mentoring business owners and has been an advisor to several companies, including Launch Academy, a Vancouver based startup incubator. He’s also working with a team of app developers on what he calls a “disruptive idea,” an app that helps people remember their dreams (www. discovershadow.com), for which he obtained $80,000 in Kickstarter funding last October. Although new to the
Tri-Cities, Carvalho said he believes there are probably dozens of people in the area who are making apps, experimenting with e-commerce, new software and other online businesses that could benefit from advice and help to get their startup to the next stage. He’s looking for 10 applicants to the new startup incubator. “If you are a young entrepreneur, you don’t know where to start because you are focusing on developing your product,”he said. And Carvalho believes there is no time
like the present because B.C.’s high-tech sector is booming, with 84,000 jobs paying 60% more than the average salary. As well, B.C. remains the top place to invest for acquisitive digital companies looking for the next best thing, he said, noting more B.C. companies were purchased by U.S. corporations than in any other province: 76% compared to 65% in Ontario and 56% in Quebec. He also believes the region’s immigrant population could also provide some of the entrepreneurial know-how, and the cities should capitalize on the federal government’s startup visa for entrepreneurs and their families to attract more high-tech people here. • To find out more, email Carvalho at tricelerate@gmail.com. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
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Water worries aside, PoMo OKs proposal Environmentalist support swayed some on council By Diane Strandberg ThE Tri-CiTy NEws
Concerns about slope steepness, water runoff, traffic on Ioco Road and other issues didn’t stop Port Moody council from giving third reading Tuesday to a sevenlot development at 622 Foresthill Pl. The north shore property, on a piece of land shaped like a hockey stick, is located in the North Shore Escarpment Forest, considered an environmentally sensitive area, but the support of local stream stewards and the handing over of 75% of the land (four acres) as park won over some skeptical councillors. Coun. Rick Glumac wanted assurance that runoff from development wouldn’t flow onto residents’ property further
downhill after several people said they were worried about water seeping into or under their homes from the many creeks and springs in the area. Traffic concerns on Ioco were also an issue and residents complained about the lack of notice about the development application or said they weren’t informed about the public hearing at all even though they live close to the project. Coun. Diana Dilworth called for a wider net for notices — up to 300 m, from 150 — so more residents would be informed in the future and she said notices must be put in the mail 15 days in advance of a public hearing on the project, not 10. The project’s engineer, Ron Beesley, gave assurances that work is being done to prevent flooding and council was told a storm water management plan would be in place, and further development permits would be required to as-
sure slope stability, road engineering and environmental issues before final approval of the project would be given. Glumac said local environmentalists’ support for the project gave it some credibility but Coun. Bob Elliott refused to vote for the development because of traffic concerns on Ioco. Meanwhile, plans are in the works to improve sight lines for the intersection of Jacobs Road and Ioco. The city’s manager of engineering and public works, Neal Carley, said the work will take place this year and will require slowing traffic on Ioco. dstrandberg@tricitynews.com
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He said most CUPE workers would take the day off using overtime hours or vacation pay but next Thursday’s walkout might be harder on support staff, who back teachers but need the money. “It gets harder as it goes along,”Ginter said. Meanwhile, as teachers prepare for another day of job action June 5, there could be a silver lining as SD43 is likely to receive some of the provincial strike savings, estimated at $12 million a week based on a single day of rotating strike in each school district. A Ministry of Education spokesperson confirmed that 80% of the strike savings would be returned to the province and 20% would be shared by B.C. school districts. Another $1.2 million in daily savings by cutting teacher wages by 10% (on non-strike days) while a partial lockout is in force will be divvied up based on the same formula. After the last strike in 2012, saved wages were used to bolster a Learning Improvement Fund, with the remainder used by school boards for education priorities. Ginter said he hoped SD43’s share of the strike savings would be used to reduce the number of layoffs planned in the district. In early May, after the board of education passed the budget, the district issued layoff notices to 630 teachers and 200 CUPE workers in a bid to cut $13.4 million to balance its budget. “I’d like to see the savings come back and possibly be used to bring back some positions — and not those three management positions. Bring
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PoCo ponders another temp. homeless shelter Hearing is to be held June 19 at PoCo city hall By Gary McKenna THe Tri-CiTy News
Port Coquitlam residents will get an opportunity to weigh in on a temporary use permit that would see a homeless shelter operate out of Grace Church for one month next winter. If that permit is approved, Grace would be one of six Tri-Cities churches participating in the cold/wet weather mat program, which rotates between locations every 30 days during the coldest months of the year. In the past, locating a temporary shelter at the Kingsway Avenue church had been met with opposition from residents in the area. But because the program operated last year without incident, Coun. Mike Forrest, chair of PoCo’s smart growth committee, said he does not expect the issue to be as contentious as it has been in recent years.
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“Last year, we went through it without any issues — certainly nothing of consequence,” he said. “We had the impression that it was successful and we could go ahead with it again.” Laura Lee Richard, the city’s director of development services, concurred with Forrest. She said that many of the issues coming from the neighbourhood were addressed last year and that the new model, which has clients bused to and from the shelter, alleviated many concerns. “We went through the major public input opportunity last year and set up all of the processes that are now in place,” Richard said. “We
put all that in place and it was fairly effective.” She also noted that the city has facilitated meetings between the Hope For Freedom Society, which operates the shelter, and neighbourhood residents. But Rob Thiessen, director of the society, said he does not share the city’s optimism that the process will run smoothly. There is still a lot of opposition to a temporary shelter at Grace Church and many people do not want it in their area, he said. Thiessen added that the shelter is being unfairly blamed for problems that already existed in the neighbourhood.
“This is an area that has had some issues that are ongoing from long before we ever got there,” he said. “We put up this proposal and it is a lightning rod. It is a forum for them to complain about what is going on in the neighbourhood.” He said the results of last year’s shelter program were positive. A city staff report noted that 57 people — nine women and 48 men — used the Grace Church shelter when it operated in January. Of those clients, 11 transitioned into recovery housing; a total of 53 people were moved off the streets during the course of the six-month program. The smart growth committee is authorized to make a decision on the temporary use permit without a full council vote. That means the public input process will take place at the committee level, not at a full council meeting, as was the case last year. The meeting will be held at city hall on June 19 at 5 p.m.
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ANMORE OFFICIAL COMMUNITY PLAN DESIGNATION BYLAW TAKE NOTICE that a Public Hearing will be held in the gymnasium at Anmore Elementary School, 30 Elementary Road, Anmore, BC at 6:30 P.M. on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 to consider the following: Bylaw Number: Official Community Plan Designation Bylaw No. 532, 2014 Purpose of Bylaw: To replace the existing Official Community Plan with an updated version. The Official Community Plan contains policies pertaining to land use, transportation, municipal services, social wellbeing and environment matters. AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that a copy of the Bylaw and relevant information considered by Council in open meeting to the matters contained in the Bylaw will also be available for public inspection at Village Hall during the regular office hours of Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from May 28, 2014 to June 10, 2014. ALL PERSONS who deem themselves affected shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard in person or by written submission at the Public Hearing. Written submissions will also be accepted by the Village up to 4:00 p.m. on June 10. Dated at Anmore, B.C. this 28th day of May, 2014. Christine Milloy Manager of Corporate Services
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No matter what the city of Port Moody does with its old fire hall, it’s going to cost taxpayers. Cost estimates for the demolition of the old PoMo fire hall, replaced by the new hall just down the road, are higher than originally forecast. But the city will move ahead with the building removal project because there is little interest in any other option. From an initial early estimate of $350,000, PoMo councillors were told the cost to take down the building that occupies a strategic corner at Ioco Road and Murray Street is more likely to be about $475,000 because there is asbestos in some of the building materials. “The biggest uncertainty is how much hazardous material such as asbestos is in this building,” said Neal Carley, the city’s manager of engineering and public works. Coun. Diana Dilworth raised the issue of cost as council considered whether demolition is the best option for the building, which was constructed in the 1970s. But before the cost estimates can be confirmed, Carley said a hazards materials assessment will need to be carried out. According to the report, the older concrete building has exceeded its useful service life and would require maintenance and upgrades if the building were to be reused. The truck bay roof is leaking and asbestos tiles have cracked in places. Options considered included locking up the building or reusing it for city storage or another purpose. But those would also carry costs: $25,000 in close-up costs plus $1,000 a month to keep
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Because there is asbestos in some of the building materials, the price for tearing down the now unused Port Moody No. 1 fire hall has jumped from $350,000 to $475,000. it heated; or between $100,000 and $200,000 in repairs to repurpose it. The land on which the fire hall sits could be used for a public amenity, such as a farmer’s market, and staff was asked to determine if electrical utilities could be maintained for future use. “We can look at it,” replied Carley. “The service can still remain but not be active.” Project funding would come from the Land Sales Reserve Fund and the building would take about six months to remove, including demolition and site clearing. Other Moody news:
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oquitlam council put fear over principle this week when it failed to add a “buy local” clause in its procurement policy. Such a clause would have been more ceremonial than practical; indeed, there would be many cases when the city couldn’t find local businesses to do the job and there would be little likelihood of some big American firm crying foul over NAFTA. In tendering, the city already has to go with the cheapest bid, and it would do little harm to favour a local business when every other point on the scale is the same. But it appears that the issue is a dead one for now despite the efforts of some Coquitlam councillors, and while it’s not a subject to get people marching up the ramparts (or even much of a vote getter in November), at the very least, a more thorough review of the idea could have been considered. In Canada, where large chains dominate the landscape, it’s hard to define exactly what a local business is. But Coquitlam could at least have given the semblance of trying to favour those companies that pay taxes in their city.
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two of the many government hands in our pockets when we fill up. The provincial government takes another cut, which is actually lower in Metro Vancouver than in other parts of the province because the province gives some of its taxation share to TransLink. The federal government also takes a large share: 10 cents per litre plus GST. It charges GST on the taxes as well as the product, which is unfair and should not be permitted. As all taxes are rolled into the price of a litre of gas or diesel, many people are unaware of this naked tax grab. The federal government is proud of its take. It just announced how it plans to“share”this ill-gotten revenue with local governments over the next 10 years. In other words, there will be no tax relief any time soon on that front. The high taxes also lead to behaviour that hurts the overall community, notably crossborder shopping. High gas prices are one of the main factors
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causing people to travel regularly to the U.S. When TransLink boosted its tax to 17 cents per litre, the effect was immediate and notable. The large number of trips across the border also puts the lie to the provincial claim that the carbon tax has reduced gasoline consumption. When cross-border gas shopping and fuelefficient vehicles are factored in, it is doubtful if there has been any significant decline in consumption by B.C. residents. The recent prices of $1.50 per litre have reduced driving, however, as the survey indicates. The oil companies also come in for criticism from poll respondents and while not all of that is deserved, the companies do not have completely clean hands. The price of fuel regularly jumps late at night — for no good reason other than to force people heading to work in the morning who need gas to pay more. I witnessed this first-hand at the sole gas station atVancouver Airport Monday night.The price was $1.46 at 11:15 p.m. When I left the air-
port just after midnight, the price was $1.51. And the prices almost always fall by four to five cents a litre by the noon hour. Those polled say oil companies often raise prices before long weekends. Another area where oil companies reap unconscionable profits is with premium grades of gasoline. While U.S. oil companies tend to charge 10 cents a gallon more for premium, in Canada, the price difference is 10 cents a litre, or about 38 cents per U.S. gallon. They clearly take advantage of people who do not pay attention to the difference between a litre and a gallon. If government wasn’t so complicit in keeping gas prices high, it might be worthwhile to ask it to be more vigilant about some of the unfairness in pricing. But when it comes to gas and diesel prices, all the players, including all levels of government, have dirty hands.
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Keep your dogs on leash on Coquitlam River trail The Editor, It was a beautiful day on the May long weekend and I was riding my bike along the Coquitlam River trail when a man and a woman and their large dog, off leash, came towards me from the opposite direction. As soon as the dog spotted me, it charged and I slammed on my brakes, skidding to a halt in time to have the dog leap on me, its head at equal height to mine while it stood on its hind legs. I screamed and cringed, and the man ran towards me trying to call his dog off. At first, he apologized but then said, “You know, you should have just kept riding and this wouldn’t have happened.” I replied: “What do you think you could have done differently?” He grabbed his dog by the collar and said sheepishly, “I have done
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A Coquitlam resident who twice had scary encounters with off-leash dogs on the Coquitlam River trail asks dog owners to control their pooches and obey the law. all I can do.” Of note was that the dog leash was hanging around the woman’s neck. L a s t S a t u rd ay, I went on another ride to Coquitlam River and a similar occurrence took place not once but three times. In one instance, about six people were walking with about eight dogs, six of which were
off leash. I rang my bell and tried to slowly go past as they called for their dogs to obey them. One of the dogs ran straight for me and I stopped but didn’t get my feet off the pedals in time and was about to hit the dirt when one of the women in the group held me up. They all again were holding or wearing their
dog’s leashes instead of having them on their dogs — and, hence, being able to control their pets. I ask the question of all the irresponsible dog owners who feel they don’t have to obey the bylaw and the signs that ask them to have their pets on a leash: Why do you do this? You clearly do not have control of your dog if it charges someone and doesn’t stop when you call it. If one of these dogs charges a little kid, that child is going to go down and be seriously hurt, as I could have been. I think it is unfair that responsible and considerate trail users, including dog owners who leash their pets, have to continuously put up with this behaviour. Theresa Hendriks, Coquitlam
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No bags, no glass, no sense in PM The Editor, Re. “No glass makes no sense” (Letters, The Tri-City News, May 23). I could not agree more with Nicole Parton’s letter. Yes, recycling works when it is easy for the consumer. The new MMBC recycling program has taken one step forward and two giant steps back. It doesn’t make sense that we can no longer recycle plastic bags and over-wrap in our recycling cart. This shortsighted move has confused my eight-yearold son, who works hard to be green. He is learning in school that we need to be responsible for our environ-
mental choices so that future generations will not suffer as a result of our poor decisions. It is imperative the city provide a convenient way to recycle our bags. I would hazard a guess that people who use plastic grocery bags instead of reusable fabric bags are certainly not going to cheerfully drive down to Encorp to recycle their plastic bags — those bags are going to end up in a landfill. In the fall of 2012, volunteers for the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup collected 26,143 plastic bags along beaches in B.C. And if 26,143 bags were on the
beach, just imagine how many more are killing marine life in our oceans. The city of Port Moody website indicates that city residents can “expect a few minor changes” under the MMBC program. Not accepting glass or plastic bags is far from a minor change, it’s a huge mistake. My family is very disappointed that the mayor and city council aren’t taking the initiative to care about our environment. Where is the logic here? I know I’m not the only resident who is stunned at this regressive decision. Erin St. Jean, Port Moody
City cash would help businesses The Editor, Re. “Coquitlam councillor’s ‘buy local’ clause defeated” (The Tri-City News, May 28). Good on Coquitlam Coun. Bonita Zarrillo and her supporters on council for championing a “buy local” clause in Coquitlam’s procurement policy, one that would favour local businesses in cases where two proposals seem of equal merit. Our local businesses could use the help. Nowadays, they are all
COUN. BONITA ZARRILLO too often selling to a public with tapped-out savings and credit cards, and facing powerful na-
tional and international competition. The reasons councillors Terry O’Neill et al offered for nixing the clause are both feeble and preposterous. Yes, grief from a lawyered-up multinational corporation claiming trade deal hardship is a very real possibility. So are earthquakes and lightening strikes. Coun. O’Neill and company have taken refuge behind abstract maybes in preference to addressing legitimate needs. Buy local is expen-
sive? Won’t create jobs? The Coquitlam Capital Expenditure Program for 2014-’18 is $264 million. A mere trickle from this pot would be a godsend to a host of vibrant startup businesses. Hopefully, at the next election this fall, Coquitlam business owners will have a long and inconvenient memory when O’Neill and company profess their undying devotion to free enterprise. Doug Rolling, Port Coquitlam
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MMBC recycling rival to target apartment niche Gap in coverage spawns ‘cherry picking’ proposal
tailer recycling. Mahlman said there’s been much misinformation circulated about MMBC, but added London Drugs would like to see improvements. “Unfortunately the MMBC program does not contemplate rewarding companies such as ourselves that have reduced packaging for years,” Mahlman said. “They have essentially levelled the playing field under this program.” He said there’s “not a lot of detail” yet on StewardChoice’s plan. Hastie said the aim is to send the program to public and stakeholder consultation this summer.
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A newly formed packaging and paper stewardship group says it will seek provincial approval so retailers and other firms now required to recycle their waste can have an alternative to paying into MultiMaterial BC (MMBC). The new proposal comes from StewardChoice Enterprises, a subsidiary of Toronto-based Reclay StewardEdge, a consulting firm on sustainability issues that previously managed package recycle schemes in Ontario and Manitoba. Development director Neil Hastie said the system would target roughly the 20% of multi-family homes — mainly in the Lower Mainland and southern Vancouver Island — that aren’t yet directly covered under MMBC’s system. “That’s a gap in coverage of the current program that we would propose to fill,” Hastie said. “We would be offering producers a choice.” MMBC launched May 19 to meet the provincial mandate that firms that distribute packaging waste pay the costs of recycling it, but it has faced a backlash over high fees and lack of accountability from many companies, including gardening retailers and the newspaper industry. Asked if the system would directly compete with MMBC, Hastie instead called it a “complementary initiative” that would work in parallel with the newly launched but controversial packaging stewardship system. Existing waste haulers who already collect recyclables from multi-family buildings would continue to do so and take the materials to processors. Money paid by packaging generators to discharge their responsibility under B.C.’s recycling regulation would largely
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StewardChoice Enterprises is targeting multi-family housing to provide an alternative to Multi-Material BC. go to those haulers. But it’s unclear how StewardChoice’s niche offering could meet the province’s target of 75% recycling of packaging and paper waste for prospective members without them also being part of MMBC’s system. Hastie said more details will be released with a formal stewardship plan in mid-June. Some of the recyclables would be processed by the same contractor group that works for MMBC. Kelvin McCulloch, CEO of Buckerfield’s farm supply stores and a leading opponent of MMBC, said it’s not yet clear to him if StewardChoice offers a true alternative. “Is it really competition or is it optics?” he asked. MMBC managing director Allen Langdon said StewardChoice’s proposal shows alternatives are possible. “It’s proof of what we were saying all along that we’re not a monopoly,” he said. “There’s an open framework and people can come in at other times.” But Langdon said StewardChoice’s plan amounts to “cherry picking” that would run counter to MMBC’s aim of providing broad, consistent service across the province — a factor he said the province must weigh in deciding if it should be approved. London Drugs is one of the companies in discussions with StewardChoice. The retailer has yet to decide if it will stay with MMBC and seek to improve that system, or give termination notice to switch to either
StewardChoice or a potential system of its own, said London Drugs chief operating officer Clint Mahlman. He said London Drugs has for years taken back packaging from customers and considers itself on the leading edge of re-
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Adrienne Pace of Port Coquitlam (with her partner, J.P. Vachon), said of her wait for a kidney transplant, “I am hoping that someone steps up. I am hoping for a miracle.”
Cuccione said she will carry something with her from Michael when she accepts the Order at Government House on Nov. 6; her family and foundation board members will also be at her side. Also receiving the Order will be Weinberg, the first mayor of Anmore, who is being recognized for his local government work as well as his contributions to brain research. The SFU professor emeritus set up the university’s brain behaviour lab and was the director for the office of research ethics for 15 years as well
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She’s top of the list and desperate for a kidney PoCo woman needs her second kidney transplant By Gary McKenna The Tri-CiTy News
A Port Coquitlam woman in need of a new kidney may only have a few months to live if she is unable to find a suitable donor. Adrienne Pace, who has been on the donor list since 2011, is appealing to the public to help find a match, encouraging anyone who is willing to get tested. “I am hoping that someone steps up,” she told The Tri-City News on Wednesday. “I am hoping for a miracle. We need some positivity right now.” If the 43-year-old is able to find a match, it will be the second time she has received a new kidney. In 1994, at the age of 23, she was diagnosed with renal failure and waited years for a transplant, which eventually took place in 2001. But after an abdominal bleed in 2011, she was put back on the transplant wait-
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Talk river tomorrow at forum By Diane Strandberg The Tri-CiTy News
Dealing with the pressures facing the Coquitlam River watershed will be the focus of a discussion tomorrow (Saturday) at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex. Organized by the Coquitlam River Watershed Roundtable, the forum will feature a keynote address by leading thinkers in the field of ecosystem health, facilitated sessions and a review of the “pressures rating” assessment exercise used to identify key pressures affecting the watershed. As well, David Rapport and Luisa Maffi will speak about “Managing for Healthy
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help clean up around Birchland tomorrow Students and volunteers with the Port Coquitlam Community Police Station will be scrubbing graffiti and picking up trash Saturday in the area of Birchland elementary school. Residents interested in participating can meet the group at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 31, at the Northside Community Police Station (3312 Coast Meridian Rd.). Everyone is welcome to join and supplies, beverages and snacks will be provided. Sunscreen and other sun protection is suggested as a hot day is expected, and volunteers should wear clothes they won’t mind getting paint on. For more information, contact Jodie McNeice at 604-927-2383 or mcneicej@portcoquitlam.ca
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A fundraiser founded by a Coquitlam mother “out of frustration and distress” will continue for the second year at Port Moody’s Rocky Point Park on Sunday. Nancy Reimer said she needed to do something to build awareness and collect cash for research into the rare disease her son was diagnosed with three years ago. Riley was seven when his central nervous system attacked his optic nerves, causing temporary paralysis. Doctors later confirmed the boy had neuromyelitis optica (NMO), or Devic’s disease, a syndrome that has no cure and is not known to be hereditary. “It’s sort of like that strike of lightning,” Reimer said. In B.C., about 150 people have been diagnosed with NMO, which is often confused with MS and typically affects women between the ages of 20 and 40. Hoping to draw attention to the cause, Reimer
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“I couldn’t stand around and say, ‘Thank you for the diagnosis.’ This was my way of doing something.” Nancy Reimer of Coquitlam Registration for the second annual No More NMO 5 km walk/run on June 1 is $40 for adults and $20 for children. The event starts at 9 a.m. at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody and is sponsored by the Runners Den, Advanced Healing Arts, Personal Best Martial Arts, chiropractor Grant Kim and Yoga Rush. Visit nomorenmo. com for more information. last year hosted the world’s first NMO charity walk at Rocky Point Park, an event“born out of frustration and distress. I couldn’t stand around and say, ‘Thank you for the diagnosis.’This was my way of doing something.” The inaugural walk attracted 370 supporters and brought in $25,000 for the NMO clinic at UBC as well as the Guthy-Jackson Charitable Foundation in San Diego. This year’s numbers are also looking promis-
ing: When the online registration closed Thursday, already 407 people had signed up to participate. Reimer believes there has been more attention to the disease over the past year; as well, more people with NMO around the world have connected to get help. As for Riley — a Grade 4 student at Coquitlam’s Eagle Ridge elementary school — he is doing well and recently celebrated his 10th birthday, his mom said. jwarren@tricitynews.com
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Coquitlam’s Glen elementary — where Port Coquitlam hero Terry Fox once went to school — will mark its 100th year with a reunion for alumni, teachers and staff from 5 to 9 p.m. The school is at 3064 Glen Dr. For tickets at $20, call 604-464-6608 or email glenreunion2014@ hotmail.com.
A Metis author will launch her new book at a Port Coquitlam dance studio tonight from 7 to 10 p.m. Eugenea Couture will read from her publication, Adoption Not An Option, at a free event at the Arthur Murray Dance Studio (2053242 Westwood St.) that will also include three dance performances. To RSVP, visit dancewith-us.eventbrite.ca.
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Sip on the best of provincial wines at BC Uncorked from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at Heritage Woods secondary (1300 David Ave., Port Moody). Tickets at $45 for the 19+ event are available by calling the Port Moody Arts Centre at 604-931-2008.
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Join walkers and runners at Port Moody’s Rocky Point Park (off Murray Street) from 9 a.m. to noon for the second annual 5 km fundraiser for Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO), a rare demyelinating disease that attacks the central nervous system resulting in temporary or permanent blindness and paralysis. The entry fee is $40/$20. Call 604-468-7295 or visit nomorenmo.com.
Saturday, May 31 PARADE CRAFTS
Create Dr. Seuss hats, character masks and flags for Port Moody’s second annual parade next month. Staff at the Port Moody Public Library (100 Newport Dr.) are hosting a parade craft day for families from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. No registration is required. Call 604-469-4635 or visit library.portmoody.ca.
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The Coquitlam River Watershed Roundtable will meet from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the curling lounge at the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex (633 Poirier St., Coquitlam) to launch its next planning phase: Developing An Action Plan. Among those at the table are government and First Nations officials and representatives from industry, education, outdoor recreation, arts and culture, real estate and environmental stewardship. The meeting is open to the public and there is no fee to attend; however, preregistration is required by calling 604-677-2759 or emailing dave@devonknight.com.
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Young people will gather at Coquitlam’s Pinetree community centre (1260 Pinetree Way) from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the iStand Youth Summit to build awareness around mental health, an illness that affects one in
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Coquitlam artist Shahla Nafisi will donate her paintings depicting the four seasons — including spring, above — to Parkland Players, which on Friday will see about a dozen of its pre-school students graduate including Aaron (left, pictured with Catherine). The school at 1563 Regan Ave., Coquitlam, will host a summer concert for parents, friends and the community on May 30, starting at 4:30 p.m., and staff will present a cheque for Addison’s disease research. Free hot dogs will also be served up. Visit parklandplayers.com. seven youth in Canada. The event is sponsored in part by the city of Coquitlam, the Canadian Mental Health Association and School District 43. Free lunch will be provided. To attend, register at istandyouthsummit2014.eventbrite.ca.
kathon at Rocky Point Park (off Murray Street) from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hear the sounds from street performers around the park; don’t forget to throw a few coins in their open guitar cases! Email rockypointbuskathon@gmail.com.
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Got important personal documents that you no longer need? Take them to Coquitlam’s Glen Pine Pavilion (1200 Glen Pine Crt.) to be shredded, from 10 a.m. to noon. The seniors’ centre will also host a neighbourhood swap meet from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free; however, donations to the Share food bank will be accepted. Call 604-927-4386.
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Pinetree secondary grad and Alluvium singer Samantha Dowdell teams up with the city of Port Moody for the first annual bus-
The Oakdale Neighbourhood Association will be out for its third annual neighbour day and plant sale from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Oakdale Park (835 North Rd., Coquitlam). Enjoy live music, food and kids’ activities.
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Kick up your heels and dance to the music at the Polish Cultural and Heritage Days, sponsored by the Polonez Tri-City Polish Association. The event runs 2 to 10 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. at Leigh Square Community Arts Village (2580 Shaughnessy
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Metro Vancouver vendors set up from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of Dogwood Pavilion (Poirier Street and Winslow Avenue) to sell local produce at the Coquitlam Farmers’ Market.Visit makebakegrow.com.
RIVERVIEW TOUR
Be led by the Burke Mountain Naturalists on a walk through the old orchard area of Riverview Hospital in Coquitlam. Check out the fish habitat enhancement work on Riverview Creek. Wear water-resistant, sturdy shoes or hiking boots and dress appropriately for the weather. Meet at 1 p.m. at the upper entrance of the Henry EssonYoung building. Call 604-942-7378.
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TRI-CITY SPOTLIGHT: KidSport, Crossroads Hospice donations, child champions named KidSport Tri-Cities executive director Chris Wilson was joined by Tri-City Liberal MLAs Doug Horne and Linda Reimer at Coquitlam’s Miller Park elementary this month for the provincial government’s $12,000 donation to the local chapter. “This contribution will ensure that at least 50 children from the Tri-Cities will get a chance to play an organized sport in our community this year,” Wilson said in a news release.
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Champions of young children were honoured at an annual gala in Coquitlam this month. The Tri-Cities Early Childhood KIM Development Committee hosted its fifth awards of excellence event at Westwood Plateau Golf and Country Club, which featured entertainment from School District 43 aboriginal drummers. Sheehan Plumbing and Heating won the business champion accolade while the first-ever volunteer champion prize was handed to 13-year-old
Noah Shukyn for being a mentor at the Step-by-Step Child Development Society. Martine Cutbill was named the champion for children with special needs and CUTBILL the SUCCESS Multicultural Early Childhood Program received the champion group title. Meanwhile Eunju Kim took the individual champion award. A Koreanspeaking worker at the SUCCESS Multicultural ECD Program, Kim helps with the Korean mothers support group.
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Bargain priced Nissan Micra returns to basics Montreal, QC. - Even though the with the same peppy powerplant. days of roll down windows, no air Okay, I realize that “peppy” is a relaconditioning or fancy features aren’t tive term here. There’s 109 horsepower that far behind us, it’s tough to find a and 107 lb-ft of torque generated back-to-basics car in today’s market. from its 1.6L, 4-cylinder engine. But in Enter the 2015 Nissan Micra with a the city and on the highway, it’s still a price tag under $10k. decent amount. As its name suggests, Three trims of Micra it’s not a full-size SUV. are available: S, SV, What it is is a front and SR. Each can be engine, front-wheel paired with either the drive, five-door vehicle. aforementioned 5-speed It’s diminutive in size manual or an available but not lacking in the 4-speed automatic. The personality department. mid-grade SV trim can The Micra Not at all. also be paired with a is affordable You’d think that with a Convenience package starting MSRP of $9,998 transportation with (available both on the for the Micra S (with the amiable drivability, MT and AT). manual transmission) Looking at it, I’m exan easy-on-the you might get shorttremely tempted to use eyes interior and changed on the fun the word “cute.” But I overall a bubbly factor. Again, not the won’t. It’s small, which personality. case. definitely contributes to In fact, of the four modits c-word factor, and Alexandra Straub els I drove (there are comes it some bubbly eight models available) colours, as well as acit happened to be my favourite. cent colours. For example, the SV with The 5-speed manual transmission has the automatic I drove had a white a springy clutch, a gearbox that shifts exterior with purple accents. up and down smoothly, and a personInside, you and your four passengers ality that is waiting to be unleashed. will we greeted with cushy cloth seats. It might not have air conditioning, The driver will then have access to a Bluetooth or a rearview camera (on centre stack that is easy to use and this trim, but they are available on organized ergonomically. other models), but those aren’t deal Describing its aura could best be debreakers for me, nor are they for fined as “welcoming.” And despite its people looking to buy a great car at a size, even taller individuals shouldn’t great price. feel claustrophobic. With a driving What’s more, each Micra model comes partner who stands 6’2”, he still had
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headroom and some room to stretch out either piloting or co-piloting the Micra. Under hard acceleration, primarily from the 4-speed automatic, the Micra is quite vocal. You can really hear the engine noise intrude the cabin. It’s not a performance machine like the Nissan GT-R, where you want to hear as much ruckus as you can. However, when cruising at highway speeds – without the lead foot acceleration – my driving partner and I noticed how quiet the cabin is. Wind noise is kept at bay and it’s serene. Furthermore, it was an incredibly blustery day when we took these pint-sized four-doors out. Needless to say, you could feel the swagger of the car at highway speeds. But in its defense, larger vehicles felt the wrath of Mother Nature’s blow, too.
While very affordable, the Micra isn’t “cheap” in execution. Even the knobs on the roll down windows have a soft touch to them. And there are metallic accents to break up the otherwise bland black interior. I certainly wasn’t disappointed when captaining the Micra. Even though that might sound like a backhanded compliment, it’s not. As far as small cars go, it’s functional, funky and has great value. Whether you’re looking for a vehicle that gets you from point A to B – minus all the options – or said vehicle with a few extras, the 2015 Micra might be the car for you. Summed up, the Micra is affordable transportation with amiable drivability, an easy-on-the eyes interior and overall a bubbly personality. alexandra.straub@drivewaybc.ca
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Drivers gouged at pump – but not enough to stay home Two thirds of B.C. residents say gas price increases have caused hardship in their household, according to a new Black Press/Insights West poll. And 55% of those polled say they now drive less than usual due to high gas prices. Gas taxes are too high, say 85%, and 77% claim they are unfair and a whopping 91% assert drivers are gouged at the pump before long weekends. Those comments were the results of a scientifically conducted poll but they remarkably reflect many sentiments expressed in response to our unscientific Question of the Week, which we posed before the long weekend. We asked if high gas prices would stall planned driving vacation plans and a massive 560 of you were moved to answer online. Specifically, we asked “Would a 10-cents-per-litre increase in the price of gas at the pump cause you to cancel a driving vacation?” A categorical ‘No’ was the response from 131 readers,
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a similar number said ‘Yes’ but most wavered, saying the increase would have to be more substantial or they might consider shortening their route or holiday’s duration. Shawn of Maple Ridge set the tone for those undeterred by the assault on their wallet: “Money isn’t the main focus when it is a well-deserved vacation.” Kay of Coquitlam warned: “I would not cancel... however I may change plans and go to the U.S.A. instead of Canada.” Renay of Richmond said: “I would still take the vacation and just have to re-adjust the budget to include the increase.” Alyssa from Mission remarked: “I have two young children and my husband
and I are all about making wonderful memories for them. It would also be hard to tell a child that a vacation away has been cancelled due to the cost of gas.” Murray in Vancouver has some good advice: “I would minimize fuel consumption by keeping the car maintained, keep tire pressure at the optimum level, pack all luggage inside the car to reduce air drag and not drive aggressively. The time to scrimp is during day-to-day use: Don’t drive when you could walk or cycle.” Sandi of Vancouver said: “We cancelled our Christmas trip and will not be travelling this summer... Groceries are my first priority.” Chris in Aldergrove stood
alone with his comment: “I think we have some of the lowest gas prices in the world.” Steve from Port Alberni pulled out his calculator: “A 1,000-km trip uses less than 100 l. [With an increase of 10 cents per litre] that’s $10 more. I would not tell my family we are cancelling for that amount!” Rodney from Vernon also did some math: “A good modern vehicle can get a fuel economy of about 10 l per 100 km (about 28 MPG, for us old folks). So a 3,000 km driving vacation would cost $417 in gas at a price of $1.39, and the same trip would cost $447 in gas at $1.49.” keith.morgan @drivewaybc.ca
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Camping season is almost upon us and it will soon be time to take that trailer out for some fun times. But is it fun for the driver? Towing a trailer may be one of the most stressful driving situations for many truck owners. For one thing, it is not easy to manouevre around corners and change lanes with that extra length behind your truck. Backing up also can be challenging and towing up a steep hill can be tough on your truck. Whether you tow a boat, car, snowmobiles, or motorcycles, custom truck accessories can make towing less nerve-wracking. Don’t Tow too Much Weight Pulling too much weight can be very dangerous. Check your owner’s manual to find your vehicle’s towing capacity, including the maximum gross trailer weight and tongue weight it can handle. Tongue weight is the downward force exerted on the hitch ball by the trailer coupler. In most cases, it is about 10% to 15% of gross trailer weight. Tongue weight of up to 300 pounds can be measured on a household scale by resting the trailer coupler on the scale and placing the scale on a box so that the coupler is at its normal towing height. The trailer must be fully loaded and level. Use the Right Hitch and Other Equipment Just as each vehicle has a maximum towing capacity so too does each trailer hitch, hitch ball, ball mount and safety chain. To tow safely, you need to make sure every component you use is ready to handle the weight of your fully loaded trailer. Remember, your towing capacity is equal to the capacity of the weakest link in the system. Choosing a Trailer Hitch All trailer hitches feature a class rating, as well as a weight rating, so be sure the hitch can accommodate the loaded trailer. For instance, Reese Class 2 ($159) hitches have a maximum rated capacity of 350 pounds tongue weight and 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight. Class IV ($175)
receiver-style hitches have a maximum capacity of 1,200 pounds tongue weight and 12,000 pounds gross trailer weight. If you need more towing capacity than the traditional receiver-style weight distributing hitch, then you need to step up to a fifthwheel or gooseneck hitch. Prices start at $650. Choosing a Hitch Ball If you have a drawbar style hitch, the hitch ball usually is built right in. But if you have a receiver-style hitch, you’ll need to choose your own hitch ball. Like vehicles and trailer hitches, hitch balls also are assigned a maximum tongue weight and gross trailer weight rating. Hitch balls are made from a variety of materials, and some are available in a choice of finishes, including chrome. They cost is $12 to $14. The hitch ball diameter must be the same diameter as the trailer coupler (1 7/8 inches, 2 inches or 2 5/16 inches). The shank diameter of the hitch ball should be the same as the hole diameter in the ball mount. The shank length should be long enough to allow at least two threads to be visible when the hitch ball is installed and the nut completely tightened. Load Trailer Properly Rule of thumb is roughly twothirds (60% to 66%) of the gross load weight should be positioned toward the front half of the trailer. Place large or heavy objects on the trailer first. Tie these objects down securely and from several angles to ensure they do not shift. Pack remaining items in a manner that maintains balance of the trailer. Once the trailer is loaded, double-check the positioning and stability of the cargo. Better safe than sorry. ian.harwood @drivewaybc.ca
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Crafts, clubs & a little magic Books Plus runs in The Tri-City News each Friday to highlight programs and happenings in the Tri-Cities’ three libraries: Coquitlam Public Library, Port Moody Public Library and Terry Fox Library in Port Coquitlam.
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• Parade craft event: On Saturday, May 31, show your reading spirit and make a fun craft to bring to the Port Moody Parade. Join librarians in PMPL’s ParkLane Room from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kids six years of age and older can also register to dress as their favourite character and walk with the library in the parade on June 21. • Book sale blow-
out: Stock up on summer reading material at PMPL’s Book Sale Blowout on June 6 (5 to 8 p.m.) and June 7 (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.).You’ll find a large selection of gently used books for kids and adults at bargain prices. Saturday afternoon (noon to 3 p.m.), anything that’s left goes for just $5 per bag. The sale takes place in the Port Moody Civic Centre’s Galleria lobby, next to the library entrance. • Summer Reading Club: This year’s Summer Reading Club theme is“Funny Business.”Kids can sign up at the library beginning June 2 to receive a special booklet to record their favourite books and collect weekly stickers
to track their reading. Members can drop in to our amazing programs and kids who have read for 50 days or more receive a gold reading club medal at a special medal ceremony in September. • Online Teen Reading Club: The TeensRC is an online summer reading club for people 12 to 18 years of age. Members can log in and connect with other readers, talk up their favourite books and chat live with famous authors in exclusive Skype sessions. Find great new books to read all summer and review them for a chance to win great prizes. Site opens June 1. Info: www. teenrc.ca. For more information, visit library.portmoody.
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Portrait Homes wins Diamond Avid Award By Kerry Vital
Local builder Portrait Homes is garnering nation-wide attention for their commitment to customer service. “We are once again honoured to announce that Portrait Homes is the proud recipient of the 2014 Avid Diamond Award for the best new home customer experience in Canada,” says Portrait Chief Operating Officer Dave Wallace. “Our entire team works exceptionally hard at creating a stellar customer
experience and this is a great way to measure and acknowledge the effort. We were quite pleased to see a score of 91-plus per cent willingness to refer and wish to thank all of our customers for choosing to live in a Portrait community!” The Avid Awards recognize North American companies that provide excellent customer service to their homeowners. Portrait also won an Avid Gold Award for Best Customer Experience in British Columbia, and has taken home Avid Awards in the past for their customer service, including an
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Forge Properties’ Royce features West Coast-style architecture, spacious decks and terraces, gourmet kitchens and luxurious bathrooms. Perfectly situated in White Rock, Royce is close to shopping, dining and recreation opportunities.
Gorgeous views at Forge Properties’ Royce By Kerry Vital
Inspired by White Rock’s stunning scenery, Forge Properties’ Royce is an elegant addition to the neighbourhood, with plenty of curb appeal as it moves into the final cladding stage. Offering spacious homes and a prime location, Royce has proven incredibly popular. “We like to think of it as a true White Rock landmark,” says project marketing manager Brandon Trent. “It’s a one-of-a-kind building with West Coast architecture featuring a blend of modern and natural materials, including B.C. timber posts.” The development takes full advantage of the location. “The building is designed to cascade towards the ocean and maximize stunning ocean views over top of a lush landscaped courtyard,” Trent says. Each home has an expansive terrace or
patio, affording beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean or over the courtyard. Inside, oversized windows and nine-foot ceilings in the main living areas add to the sense of spaciousness. Gourmet kitchens feature floor-to-ceiling cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances and distinctive quartz countertops, complemented by an integral Carrera marble backsplash. The space is lit by under-cabinet task lighting, pot lights and chic pendants over the kitchen island. “These kitchens live like a single-family home,” says Trent. The luxurious bathrooms are spa-like and relaxing, with quartz countertops, recessed pot lighting and large-format porcelain tile with mosaic-style polished marble accents. The ensuite features a walk-in shower, separate soaker tub (most homes) with largeformat marble tile flooring with a mosaic herringbone-style marble accent. Homeowners at Royce will have access to The Royce Club, an amenities space with a fireside lounge with kitchen area and library, and a fully equipped fitness centre with yoga studio. Venturing off the property you’ll find everything you need, from shopping and dining to leisure and recreation opportunities.
Combined with the gorgeous homes, Royce has something for everyone. “With so many great floorplans to choose from, both singles and couples can find a home at the right size to fit their lifestyle with a true White Rock address,” says Trent. Royce was the recipient of four Georgie Awards earlier this year, which honour the best in British Columbia’s residential
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324,900
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499,900
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249,900
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163,900
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412,000
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199,000
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289,900
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23215 121A Ave., Maple Ridge
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499,000
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565,000
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23765 116 Ave., Maple Ridge
The elegant stone face indicates custom work to be found in this quality built 3 storey w/ in-floor radiant heat. Full walk out bsmt with covered patio & easy suite potential. Large covered front porch & stamped concrete driveway. Ideal Richwood Park location. Easy to view - easy to love.
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269,000
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SOLD 8562 Cedar St, Mission
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112 12195 191B St, Pitt Meadows
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412 32729 Garibaldi, Abbotsford
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339,000
$
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SOLD 12198 250 St, Maple Ridge
SOLD
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SATURDAY, MAY 31 • Coquitlam River Watershed Roundtable meeting, 9 a.m.2:30 p.m., Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex, 633 Poirier St., Coquitlam (Curling Lounge and Room 2, second floor). Topic: Our Watershed, Our Health: Launching an Action Plan. Participate to learn more about the plan and help launch the next phase of the planning process. Info: www.coquitlamriverwatershed.ca. Meeting is open to the public and there is no fee to attend but pre-registration is requested: www.eply. com/CRWRoundtableMay2014; or contact Dave, at 604-6772759 or dave@devonknight. com.
SUNDAY, JUNE 1 • Burke Mountain Naturalists lead guided walk through the Old Orchard area of Riverview. This is a rare opportunity to discover the historic old orchard area and view the enhancement work done on Riverview Creek to improve fish habitat. Wear water-resistant, sturdy shoes or hiking boots and dress appropriately for the weather. Meet at 1 p.m. at the upper entrance of the Henry Esson Young Building. Site map: www.rhcs.org. Info: 604-942-7378. • RCCG Trinity Chapel’s free monthly thanksgiving lunch, 2:30-4 p.m.,1932 Cameron Ave., PoCo. Food hampers will also be available. To attend, call 604-474-3131. Info: www.rccgtrinitychapel.com. • Family friendly 5 km walk/ run for neuromyelitis optica at Rocky Point Park, Port Moody. Registration/donation details, pictures and videos: www.nomorenmo.com.
TO SUBMiT AN iTEM: email: newsroom@tricitynews.com • Coquitlam Foundation 2014 awards night; reception at 6:30 p.m., presentations at 7 p.m., Evergreen Cultural Centre, 1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam. RSVP: dclarke@coquitlamfoundation. com.
JUNE 3: STORiES BEHiND THE PiX
• PoCo Heritage and Cultural Society hosts The Stories Behind the Pictures, 10:30–11:30 a.m., at Heritage at Leigh Square, 2100–2253 Leigh Sq. (access off McAllister Street), PoCo. Gerry, Morley and Bryan – the Heritage Detectives – will investigate the stories as participants view older videos and slides and share their stories. This is a drop-in program, no advance registration required. Info: www. pocoheritage.org.
MONDAY, JUNE 2
TUESDAY, JUNE 3 • Coquitlam prostate cancer support and awareness group (PCCN Coquitlam) monthly meeting, 7 p.m., Pinetree community centre, Coquitlam. Speaker: Bryan McPherson, chair of the Prostate Cancer Foundation BC, who will provide details of foundation’s Father’s Day walk/ run and other projects. All those involved with prostate problems are urged to attend and share their concerns and experiences in a strictly confidential atmosphere. There is no charge (donations are accepted). Info: Norm, 604-936-8703 or Ken, 604-936-2998.
THURSDAY, JUNE 5
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 4
• Riverview Horticultural Centre Society AGM on the Riverview Hospital grounds, 7:30 p.m. If weather permits, this meeting will be held outdoors. Phone 604-939-4064 for directions to the meeting place.
• Hyde Creek Watershed Society monthly meeting, 7:15 p.m., Hyde Creek Education Centre and Hatchery, 3636 Coast Meridian Rd., PoCo. Public is invited to attend the
SUNDAY, JUNE 8
• Tri-City Wordsmiths meeting, 2-4 p.m., Terry Fox Library, 2470 Mary Hill Rd., PoCo. Topic: “Keep on Keepin’ on,” presented by speaker Margaret Gunning, a PoCo writer who has just published her third novel. At the meeting, which also serves as a book launch for The Glass Character, Gunning will be giving a presentation on tips and tricks that writers use to persevere
• Burke Mountain Naturalists will lead a free five-hour public hike, starting at 8 a.m., on Burke Mountain. Registration and info: Ian, 604-939-4039. • Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 263 Coquitlam hosts annual veterans’ luncheon, 1 p.m., 1025 Ridgeway Ave. The Legion will be honouring many veterans of foreign wars, police actions and peacekeepers, especially
WWII vets who took part in the D Day invasion. Info: Evelyn, eamandley@telus.net or 604936-9735. • Riverview Horticultural Centre Society free tree tour on Riverview Hospital grounds. Meet at 1 p.m. at upper entrance of the Henry Esson Young Building. For a site map: www. rhcs.org. Info: 604-290-9910.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11
• Tri-City Centennial Stamp Club hosts a “stamp game” with stamp prizes – visitors welcome to participate. Swap and shop starts at 7 p.m., the game after 8 p.m., McGee Room, Poirier community centre, 630 Poirier St., Coquitlam. Info: www.stampclub.ca or 604-941-9306.
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• Meeting of District #25, Tri-Cities Municipal Pension Retirees Association, 11 a.m., ABC Country Restaurant, 2773 Barnet Hwy. (at Lansdowne), Coquitlam. All recipients of the Municipal Pension Plan are welcome.
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Coquitlam racer Alan Harvey maneuvered his way through some rainy driving conditions to finish fourth on Sunday at the Sports Car Club of B.C.’s May-niacs Race Weekend. Harvey, who drives a yellow Spec Miata, recorded the fastest lap of the day at 1:30.1377 at average speed of 84.671 km per hour.
Jr. A’s bounce back with win over Langley BCJALL squad suffered first loss of the season against New West By Gary McKenna The Tri-CiTy NeWs
The Coquitlam Jr. Adanacs seven game unbeaten streak came to an end on Tuesday with the New Westminster Salmonbellies dealing the club its only blemish
to its 2014 record. New West came out strong in front of their home crowd at the Queens Park Arena, piling up six goals in the opening frame. Alex Bohl, Jeremy Bosher, Jo h h ny Pe a r s o n , Chris Nasato, Connor Robinson and Quinn Mackay all managed to put the ball past A’s goalie Riley Camazzola, who faced 54 shots in the game. Meanwhile, at the
other end of the rink, C o q u i t l a m f o r wa rd Jordan Magnuson’s goal stood alone after the first 20 minutes. The Adanacs managed to notch a few goals in the second, including a power play marker from Chase McIntyre, but the team’s offence dried up in the third and the club lost 11-5. Coquitlam shook off the loss Wednesday night when the Langley Jr. Thunder visited
the Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex. Brett Kjala opened the scoring on the power play for the home team, before Magnuson and Jean Luc Chetner added goals early in the first. A trio of power play goals from Langley, including two from James Rahe, knotted the score at three apiece by the end of the opening period.
The Centennial Centaurs started the B.C. AAA girls’ soccer provincial championships on a winning note. The club defeated North Burnaby 2-1 in the opening game of the tournament last Thursday morning to tie for first place in their pool. Centennial was expected to play a second game Thursday afternoon against Oak Bay after The Tri-City News’ deadline. Meanwhile, the Heritage Kodiaks, which are also in the same pool as Centennial, struggled early in the tournament. Oak Bay dealt the Port Moody team a 2-0 loss Thursday morning, putting the team in last place in their pool. Dr. Charles Best secondary, a squad that was favored going into the tournament, also struggled early. The Coquitlam team lost 1-0 to Panorama Ridge and was scheduled to play Vancouver Technical Thursday afternoon. The team’s that lead their pools by the weekend will qualify to compete in the playoffs.
Field hockey players bound for Amsterdam Tri-City athletes will compete in international competition By Gary McKenna The Tri-CiTy NeWs
A group of Tri-City field hockey athletes will be getting a taste of international competition next week. Delisa LaRiviere, Nicole Godman, Natalie Winter and Niki Best, all Grade
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club’s from across Europe. Rob Short, the owner of Rob Short Academy, a coaching clinic that organized the team, said the athletes were eager to test their ability against some tough squads. “It’s exciting but it’s also a bit overwhelming,” he said. “We are going to be competing against some of the best club teams in the world.” see TOuGh, page 36
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Ravens finish fourth at FV tournament The Terry Fox Ravens junior rugby club finished off the season in fourth place after losing to the South Delta Sun Devils in the Fraser Valley consolation finals last week. With Sean Stewart ruled out of the game with concussion symptoms, coach Jorge Knizek said he knew the club would struggle against the larger South Delta squad. “Our opposition was huge,” he said. “Our lads were facing an uphill battle.” SUBMITTED PHOTO
Dr. Charles Best secondary students (from left to right) Delisa LaRiviere, Nicole Godman, Natalie Winter and Niki Best are heading to Amsterdam this week to compete in the World Youth Field Hockey Tournament.
Tough competition in Europe, says coach continued from page 35
Short is no stranger to European competition. He played professionally in Holland for 16 years and represented Canada at the Sydney Olympics in 2000 and in Beijing in 2008. He said that the team he has assembled for the trip to Amsterdam has some of the best players from the area. LaRiviere, Godman, Winter and Best have all played on the Dr. Charles Best field hockey team and Short believes the experience they gain in Europe will be extremely valuable. The four players will be joining 31 other team members from Canada on the trip. Many of the athletes that enter his academy are eyeing university and college scholarships, which has led to a dramatic increase in the popularity of field hockey in recent years. “The numbers really do seem to be increasing,” he said. “For males, it is up and down but for females the sports is growing.” The tournament will begin with a series of test matches against clubs from Holland. After that, the team will compete in roundrobin play and hopefully make their way into the playoff rounds. Short said he is particularly interested to see how his club fares against Holland. That country has won the field hockey competition at the last two Olympics and the sport is so popular that many athletes make a living
in their professional league. There will be a lot of eyes on the World Youth Tournament, he added. The event is taking place in a stadium be-
side the World Cup field hockey competition, which will run for most of the week. “We are the side event,” Short said. “The World Cup is going to be going
Knizek said he was impressed with his team captain, Taylor Poitras, while Jake Laberge filled in for the missing Stewart. After South Delta opened the the scoring, Poitras managed to rip the ball away from a Sun Devil player and evaded a number of tacklers, finding the end zone to make it 5-5. However, the Ravens’ opponents were undeterred. South Delta surged back with two more
tries to put the game almost out of reach at the half with a score of 19-5. However, Fox took the field in the second determined to cut the lead down, Knizek said. Aron Szigeti added a try to make it 19-10 before Justin Hyde found the end zone to bring the Ravens’ point total to 15. South Delta, however, was not finished scoring. The club piled on the offence in the second half to finish the game 38-15. sports@tricitynews.com
Jr. Adanacs get ready for Nanaimo continued from page 35
Coquitlam began to pull away in the second when Kujala scored two more, while McIntyre and Evan Wortley both added to their goal column. Kujala scored his fourth of the game in
the third, while Chetner added a second to finish off the Thunder 9-7. Camazzola faced 40 shots in the contest while Coquitlam was 13 for 19 in the face-off circle. The team will be back in action on Saturday when they
travel to Vancouver Island to take on t h e N a n a i m o J r. Ti m b e r m e n . T h e next home game will take place at the Po i r i e r S p o r t a n d Leisure Complex on Wednesday. Face off is at 7:30 p.m. sports@tricitynews.com
on right next door.” People who are interested in following the team’s progress can go to www.rabobankhockeyworldcup2014.com. sports@tricitynews.com
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A Great Janitorial Franchise Opportunity
ANNUAL STARTING REVENUE $24,000 - $120,000
• Minimum investment as low as $6,050 required • Guaranteed Cleaning Contracts • Professional Training Provided • Financing Available • Ongoing Support A Respected Worldwide Leader in Franchised Office Cleaning. Coverall of BC 604.434.7744 info@coverallbc.com www.coverallbc.com
With reliable car required to deliver The TriCity News door-to-door to households in the Tri-City area Wednesday & Friday.
Call 604-472-3040 An Alberta Oilfield Company is hiring experienced dozer and excavator operators, meals and lodging provided. Drug testing required. 1-(780)7235051.
CARRIERS NEEDED
The following routes are now available to deliver the News in the TriCity area:
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INFORMATION
IN-FLIGHT Magazine... SOAR Magazine. This attractive business & tourism publication is published bi-monthly (six times a year). Great impact for your BC Business. More than 280,000 passengers fly Pacific Coastal Airlines. Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 or email fish@blackpress.ca
EXPANDING INTO The Tri-Cities! Includes Training...
Call Dave for Presentation. 1.855.301.2233 www.bc.abuyerschoice.com We’re your #1 source for Classified Advertising bcclassified.com 604-575-5555
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DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING
HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS
CHILDREN
Parkland Players & Meadowbrook Players ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Reggio Emilla Approach
.Infant & Toddlers .Preschool .Group Daycare . Summer Day Camp . Before & After School Care
(604) 936-7005
www.parklandplayers.com
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ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
Full-time in a professional, small but busy Coquitlam office. Position offered is slightly above entry level. Requires at least two years of full cycle accounting exp. to be considered. Must have exp. with accounts payable, cheque preparation, invoicing, accounts receivable, general journal posting, accruals, recurring postings, bank reconciliation and deposits, preparation of year end working papers and month end financial statements. Good working knowledge of Sage 50 and Excel is a must. Some administration duties also. Must have exc. verbal and written communication skills. We are looking for the right candidate to fit into our team. Those with structured education in accounting will receive higher consideration. Office hours are 8:30-5 Mon-Fri. Wage is $20-$25/hr depending on experience.
E-mail resume to: bc.bbmac@gmail.com
Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee benefits package. To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889 Only those of interest will be contacted.
Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
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EDUCATION
APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING
• Certified Home Study Course • Jobs Registered Across Canada • Gov. Certified www.RMTI.ca / 604.681.5456 or 1.800.665.8339
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FARM WORKERS
AUJLAS’ FARMS LTD
FARM LABOURERS required 5 or 6 Days/Week 40 or 50 Hours/Week $10.33/Hour Horticultural work such as: Planting, pruning, spacing and harvesting the crop. Employment starts early July’14 Submit your application to: Phone: 604-465-8153 or by Fax:604-465-9340 or by mail:12554 Woolridge Rd., Pitt Meadows, B.C. V3Y 1Z1
8224 430 Decaire St 445 Schoolhouse St 1324-1423 Charland Ave 1500-1551 Dansey Ave 8456 603-631 Regan Ave 604-644 Como Lake Ave (even) 605-621 Langside Ave 609-633 Smith Ave (odd) 708-756 Dogwood St (even) 709-729 Breslay St 8517 1120-1219 Bartlett Ave 961-971 Bayview Square 1305-1308 Bayview Square 1209-1216 Crest Crt 920-1005 Gatensbury St 1309 Harbour Dr 981-1005 Lillian St 1124-1209 Luxton Square 1209-1216 Ridge Crt 1200-1216 Tilston Crt 8314 373-375 Clayton St 559-622 Edgar Ave 347-390 Guilby St 559-619 Lougheed Hwy (odd) 560-621 Shaw Ave 9061 1793-1891 Aire Cres (odd) 2161 Lamprey Dr 1715-2191 Western Dr 9017 1221-1286 Gateway Pl 2309-2438 Kensington Cres 1215-1266 Kensington Pl 1217-1265 Knights Crt 2306-2378 Nottingham Pl 9259 1329-1365 Apel Dr 1401-1437 Braken Crt 4032-4065 Braken Crt 4032-4080 Coast Meridian Rd 4015-4056 Derby Crt 1413-1425 Lynwood Ave 1410-1426 Toronto Pl 4028-4098 Toronto St 1346-1428 Victoria Dr 9055 1497-1599 Elinor Cres 1451-1455 Flora Pl 1444-1457 Francis Pl 1443-1455 Gloria Dr (odd) 1477-1641 Western Dr (odd) 6037 341-351 College Park Way (odd) 313-355 Kings Crt 421-498 McGill Dr 300-350 McMaster Crt 301-391 Oxford Dr 301 Princeton Ave 9118 1920-1991 Dorset Ave 3250-3488 Flint St (even) 1909-1987 Laurier Ave 3225-3589 Oxford St (odd) 1921-1943 Prairie Ave(odd) 1927-1945 Salisbury Ave 3424-3592 St Anne St 3351-3379 Wingrove Pl 9170 1717-1875 Dorset Ave 3326-3478 Oxford St 3339-3439 Wellington St 6071 90-149 April Rd 2-50 Bedingfield St 100-108 Roe Dr (even) 1-19 Symmes Bay 9265 901-1065 Lynwood Ave 942-991 Mansfield Cres 902-1090 Victoria Dr 9038 2281 Argue St 2287 Argue St 2381 Argue St 2387 Argue St 8753 3458 Burke Village Prom 8778 1301-1335 Camellia Crt 2532-2549 Dahlia Crt 1343-1390 Honeysuckle Lane 1402-1426 Magnolia Pl 1320-1402 Noons Creek Dr (even) 2552-2568 Verbena Pl Other routes not listed may be avail. Please call to enquire. If you live on or near one these routes and you are interested in delivering the papers please call Circulation @ 604-472-3042 and quote the route number.
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HELP WANTED
COMMERCIAL CARRIER
needed to deliver newspapers to businesses in the Tri City area every Wed. & Fri.
Reliable vehicle required. Contact circulation office
@ 604-472-3040
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS EXP. receptionist required for busy financial services office P/T. Duties incl. handling incoming calls, processing mail/courier, bookkeeping data entry. Suitable for person seeking a return to workplace. Knowledge of quickbooks an asset. Send resume to pocoinfo@globalsec.com.
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Req: Carpenters, Helpers Labourers, CSO’s/OFA’s TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hr Work Today, Daily or Weekly Pay Apply 9AM to 2PM at: 118 – 713 Columbia Street
New West 604.522.4900 Retired People Welcome
Needed to deliver cars FT/PT & On Call
Please call btwn 7pm-9pm
604-722-5470
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PORT MOODY POLICE DEPARTMENT POLICE OFFICERS Join the Winning Team
SALES
CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD
DELIVERY DRIVERS
109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
PROFESSIONAL SALES ASSOCIATES Gregg Distributors Ltd. Is Rapidly Growing! Are YOU Interested in INDUSTRIAL SALES? Outgoing? Motivated?
We Want You!
Existing established territory with customer base. Training provided to help achieve your full potential. COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE Fax Resumes: 604.888.4688 or Email to: info@greggbc.ca or Visit:www.greggdistributors.ca
Port Moody Police Department is currently recruiting both new and experienced police officers. We are a dynamic police force that has proudly served the City of Port Moody since 1913. We recognize the diversity of our community and encourage applications from men and women of all backgrounds. Refer to our website at portmoodypolice.com and click on “Career Opportunities” for detailed information about our application and selection processes. Application documents may be printed from the website or picked up at:
Port Moody Police Department 3051 St. Johns Street, Port Moody, BC, V3H 2C4 Attention: Recruiting Section We are an equal opportunity employer
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Coquitlam is home to over 129,500 people and is fast becoming a vibrant, regional urban centre. We are committed to carefully managing the City’s future while continuing to deliver the highest level of service to the community through leadership, sustainability and innovation.
TRADE 2 MECHANIC
TEMPORARY FULL-TIME UP TO 1 YEAR Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily
F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com Vernon Service Company requires Journeyman Service Plumbers/Gasfitters, $36.00/hr Call (250)549-4444 or fax 250-549-4416
YARD PERSON, F/T Mega Cranes Ltd. an industry leader, is seeking an energetic, aggressive, self starter for full time yard position. Must have a valid driver’s license, have a minimum grade 12 education. If you are interested in this exciting and unique opportunity. Fax or email resume Attn. Mike Fax: 604-599-5250 email:mike@megacranes.com
Focusing on fleet maintenance/repair and exercising considerable independent judgment, you will have highly skilled electrical, hydraulic and mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills, working on a diverse fleet of vehicles and equipment from heavy duty construction equipment to dump trucks, trailers, parks and automotive equipment. • Along with a BC TQ (Heavy Duty/Commercial Transport Mechanic), you have: • Minimum 3 years related journeyman experience • Class 3 BC driver’s license with air endorsement • A valid CVIP Inspectors certificate is preferred • A demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with members of the public, suppliers and internal co - workers and clients • Previous welding experience is preferred A CUPE hourly rate of $35.58 is offered, plus 6% in lieu of benefits and compressed work week. Short listed candidates will be asked to supply a driver’s abstract. Please submit a cover letter and résumé citing reference #TCN2014-101125, by 5:00 pm, June2, 2014 to:
136A JANITORIAL SERVICES
HOUSE CLEANERS/ JANITORS REQUIRED NOW PAY $12 PER HOUR
Apply Weekdays Between 9AM to 2PM at: 118-713 Columbia St
New West 604.522.4900
Human Resources City of Coquitlam 3000 Guildford Way, Coquitlam BC V3B 7N2. Fax: 604.927.3075; email: careers@coquitlam.ca www.coquitlam.ca/jobs
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TRADES, TECHNICAL
JOURNEYMAN Glazier, Lake City Glass in Williams Lake now hiring. Fax resume to: 250-392-5369 or email: sheila@lakecityglass.ca
PERSONAL SERVICES 171
www.tricitynews.com
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 236
CLEANING SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE
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Carpet Cleaning, Drain Cleaning. Residential and Commercial. (604)551-5864
DRAIN Tiles, Sewer, Water Video Inspection, Jack Hammering, Hand Excavating Call Tobias 604.782.4322
MAIDS R’ US
PEDRO’S Contracting & Drainage. Landscaping, Water Lines & Cement work. Call 604-468-2919.
BEST CLEANERS
AROUND GUARANTEED!
Residential & Commercial
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Since 1985 604-808-0212
1-A1 BRAR CEDAR FENCING, chain link & landscaping. Block retaining wall. Reasonable rates. Harry 604-719-1212, 604-306-1714
Weekly, Bi-Monthly - Best Rates!
ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
A+Spa
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POLMAR HARDWOOD FLOORS New floor inst. & finishing. Refin. Repairs, Staining. Free Est.. Mario 604-671-8501 or 604-468-4117.
604-942-8688 3640 Westwood St.
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Carpentry Services Remove & replace concrete sidewalks, driveways, retaining walls.
Free Turf 16897 Windsor Road Pitt Meadows
www.midascontruction.ca
(Turn right 1st road East of Pitt River Bridge from Vancouver) 604-465-9812
1-800-663-5847
Residential & Commercial
Unique Taste, Unique Menus... Gourmet, Customized Menus Tailored To Your Function...
Kristy 604.488.9161
threescocatering@shaw.ca or Visit us at: www. threescompanycatering.ca
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EDUCATION/TUTORING
604-728-3009
info@jkbconstruction.com www.jkbconstruction.com
Danny 604 - 307 - 7722
HERFORT CONCRETE
MARK’S LAWN CARE Mowing lawns, hedge trimming, garbage removal and small handyman repairs. Free Est. 604-308-8073
DESIGN
F All types of concrete work F F Re & Re F Forming F Site prep FDriveways FExposed FStamped F Bobcat Work F WCB Insured
GREENPRO LANDSCAPING Lawn cuts, pruning, full yard maint & installation. Fast & dependable. Since ‘06. From $25. 604-537-5536
778-231-9675, 778-231-9147
FREE ESTIMATES
TUTOR Math K-10 & ESL. BC
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
WESTWOOD CONCRETE WE SERVICE ALL AREAS • Stamped Concrete • Forming • Patios, Pools & Decks • Removal / Repairs • Custom Design • Bobcat & Mini Excavator
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APPLIANCE REPAIRS
POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Service to all Makes of Appliances & Refrigeration. Work Guaranteed
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CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH
7 Days / Week
Meadows Landscape Supply Ltd.
meadowslandscapesupply.com
CONTRACTORS
ELECTRICAL
A+, BBB member-Low rates, Expert trouble shooter. All types of Electrical work 24/7 604-617-1774
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Prompt Delivery Available
(604)465-1311
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
All Work Guaranteed. Call John 778-867-8785
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
GREEN & CLEAN
M.T. GUTTERS
RAIN CITY ELECTRICAL Specializing in home renovations. Fully insured & bonded. Free estimates. Fully certified. Lic. #00383EW12. (604)773-8656
~ FULLY INSURED ~
Call Tim 604-612-5388 Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Free Employment Services Servicees for job-seekers and employers employyers
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Central Creek Construction Refinish & Sand Hardwood Floors & New floors. Covered Decks, Painting & Crown Mouldings. 604-773-7811. WCB & BBB. centralcreek@gmail.com
3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour
All types of Roofing Repairs Free Estimates
604-467-6065
“JUST A GREAT JOB!”
D Garden Blend Soil D Lawn Blend Soil D Custom Blends avail. D Composted Mushroom Manure
Robert J. O’Brien
Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
604-728-5643
SKY VIEW ROOFING LTD.
A-1 EXTERIOR/ INTERIOR. Quality job, senior rates, free est, residential, commercial. Refs. 20 yrs exp. No job too small.Call 778-980-0717 A1 PAINTING Interior & Exterior painting & Pressure Washing. All kinds of reno’s. Exc prices. Inderjit 604-721-0372 / Sam 604-724-5493
Sizzling Save 15% 1-604-615-0299 www.skyviewroofingltd.com
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
NO Wood byproducts used
When QUALITY Matters all soils are tested for Optimum growing requirements.
17607 Ford Road Pitt Meadows
PICK-UP ...... or .... DELIVERY
EXTRA
604-465-3189 Ed’s ROTOTILLING & LANDSCAPING
CHEAP
Pay-Less Pro Painting Spring EXT/INT SPECIAL
RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free!
LOOK for our YARD SIGNS
*Rototilling *Levelling *Gardens *Loader Work *Brush Cutter *Plowing
D Free estimates D Insured Licensed D References Residential D Pressure Washing
604-941-2263 / 604-725-7246
Serving Tri City 34 Yrs. Call 24 Hrs/7 Days
(778)997-5757
www.paylesspropainting.com
Scott 604-891-9967
MISC SERVICES
HOME REPAIRS If I can’t do it It can’t be done
Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222 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
9Dump Site Now Open9 SBroken Concrete RocksS $24.00 Per Metric Ton SMud - Dirt - Sod - ClayS $24.00 Per Metric Ton GrassSBranchesSLeavesSWeeds $59.00 Per Ton
LANDSCAPING
604-465-1311
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MOVING & STORAGE
AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
604-537-4140
BEST RATE MOVING EXPERIENCED MOVERS W/ AFFORDABLE RATES
Starting $50/hr.
No Min. No travel time.
CARETAKERS
MOUNTAIN-MOVERS.ca
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Five Star Building Maintenance has immediate P/T openings for experienced Caretakers in downtown Vancouver and Port Moody. You are knowledgeable of cleaning routines and experienced in performing administrative duties and coordinating activities regarding management of buildings. You communicate in a pleasant manner & are able to work well alone or with others. We Offer Attractive Wages And Comprehensive Health Benemts. Please email your resume to: resumes@mvestarbc.ca
STARBRUSH PAINTING High quality, low cost, WCB. Part of each job will be donated to Terry Fox Basketball program, mention code 4 ball. Featured on TrustedPros.ca
Call: (604)518-0974
Meadows Landscape Supply
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
Tar & Gravel DAsphalt D Interlocking shingles DTorch-on Membrane D Laminated shingles
- Est. 1989 F WCB, Insured, Licensed F Free Estimates F Many References F All Types of Painting B.J. (Brad) Curtis B.A.
NO Headaches NO Surprises NO Excuses
LICENSED & INSURED
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EAGLE ROOFING
A name you can trust
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GREENWORKS Redevelopment Inc. Hedges, Pavers, Ponds & Walls. Returfing, Demos, Drainage, Concrete cutting, Jack hammering, old swimming pools filled in & decks. 778-710-2185
www.bcclassified.com
All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. 778-998-7505 or 604-961-7505
Ph: 604-942-4383
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
WE’RE ON THE WEB
FIVE STAR ROOFING
www.pro-accpainting.com
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. Expert Power Washing. Gutters cleaned & repaired. www.expertpowerwashing. Mike, 604-961-1280
10% DISCOUNT. MG Roofing & Siding. WCB Re-roofing, New Roof Gutters & Replace Fascia 604-812-9721
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.
~ Free Estimates ~
5” Gutter, Down Pipe, Soffit *CLEANING *REPAIRS 28 YEARS EXPERIENCE
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Visit our centre today or check us out online at aviaemployment.ca
M.S. Rad Construction Inc.
283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS Professional Installation
CAREER SERVICES/ JOB SEARCH
604-512-9947
* Spring Clean Up * Lawns * Hedges Trimmed / Pruning * Power Washing & Windows * Gutter Cleaning Call Dwight 604-721-1747
Low Cost. Same Day Guaranteed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062
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Quality Work Guaranteed
INSURED / WCB / LICENSED
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
Running this ad for 10yrs
INTERIOR / EXTERIOR
RETAINING WALLS BASEMENTS ADDITIONS FORMING - FRAMING STAIRS - DECKS FENCE WINDOW & DOOR REPLACEMENT
Call Ian 604-724-6373
PAINT SPECIAL
RENOVATIONS
Fully Insured
9 Bark Mulch 9 Lawn & Garden Soil 9 Drain Gravel 9 Lava Rock 9 River Rock 9Pea Gravel
RENOVATION, New Construction: Framing,Drywall, Plumbing, Electrical, Flooring, Painting, Finishing, and more... Perfect One Construction Ltd. (Liability insured, in good standing with WCB) : 604-379-0506
604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
Gary 604-690-7JNL (7565) “Family Owned & Operated in the Tri-Cities”
S Yard Maintenance S Hedge Trimming ~ Tree Pruning S Lawn Cuts ~ Weeding
Free Estimates 604-813-6949
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
www.paintspecial.com
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
PRO 9 ACC PAINTING LTD
Renovations/Repairs/Building Emergency services available! S Bathrooms S Basements S Suites S Decks / Sheds S Plumbing S Flooring / Tiles S Electrical S Interior Designing
COQUITLAM LANDSCAPING + SPRING CLEANUP +
POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
2 HUNGRY PAINTERS. Int/Ext, 36 yrs. Power wash. Refs. WCB. Free Est. 604-467-2532, 604-727-8956
NO JOB TOO SMALL!
Leo: 604-657-2375 / 604-462-8620
UNIQUE CONCRETE
*Retaining Walls *Interlocking *Fencing *Drainage *Decking *New Lawns *Hedges 19 Years exp. - Work Guaranteed Cel:604-836-6519, 778-285-6510
RENO & REPAIR
NO JOB TOO SMALL Serving Lower Mainland 25 Years! *Prepare *Form *Place *Finish *Granite & Interlocking Block Walls *Stairs *Driveways *Exposed Aggregate *Stamped Concrete. *Interlocking Bricks *Sod Placement EXCELLENT REF’S -WCB Insured
SPRING SUPER SPECIAL SALE Gutter windows skylights siding for $350. (under 2500sf) We use soap WCB Insured 604-861-6060
Landscaping
“Award Winning Renovations” 32 Years of Experience
FPatios FPool Decks FSidewalks FDriveways FForming FFinishing FRe & Re 30yrs exp. Quality workmanship Fully Insured crossroadsstampedconcrete.com
• Home Dinner Parties • Meetings • Funerals • Weddings • B-B-Ques • Birthdays • Anniversaries
Pressure Washing & Window Cleaning.
604. 862. 9797 www. smart-cleaning.ca
Member of BBB & WCB
HOME IMPROVEMENTS Carpentry, painting, drywall, tiles Quality work - reasonable price Martin 778-355-5840
PRESSURE WASHING
Smart Cleaning
Nick’s
CONCRETE & PLACING
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Spring Cleaning Special
GARDENING
STAMPED CONCRETE
Specializing in Private Events! We Come To You! Doing It All, From Set-Up - Clean-Up.
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
604-251-3382
.Jim’s Mowing. 310-JIMS (5467).
175 CATERING/PARTY RENTALS
LANDSCAPING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
We Sell Weed...
MIDAS
CONSTRUCTION INC
FENCING
FLOOR REFINISHING/ INSTALLATIONS
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
9 Seniors Discount 9
604-783-6910 (778)378-6683
ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865
MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
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PAVING/SEAL COATING
ASPHALT PAVING • Brick Driveways • Retaining Walls • Foundation Repairs • Sealcoating 604-618-2304
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PLUMBING
ALL YOUR PLUMBING NEEDS Call Niko Plumbing Ltd. 24/7. Res/Com, plugged drains. h/w tanks. +15 yrs exp. 604-837-6640 FLUID SOLUTIONS INC. Gas, plumbing, heating, reno’s, repairs. 20 years exp., reliable & courteous. Lic’d. Bonded. Jack 778-835-4416 10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005 PLUMBING & REPAIRS. H/W tank replacement Drain cleaning. Exc rates. Lic. 604-290-5387 hoth2o.ca
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PRESSURE WASHING
POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
FREE! Scrap Metal Removal...FREE!!! *Appliances *BBQs *Exercise Equip *Cars/Trucks/Trailers *Hotwater Tanks *Furnaces * Restaurant Equipment All FREE pickup!
604-572-3733
www.tkhaulaway.com
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SUNDECKS
Woodland Decks W Design & Renovations W Decks W Fences W Stairs W Retaining walls W Railings Home Renovations Call Patrick for a free est.
604-351-6245 RAINFOREST DECK & RAIL D Deck Rebuilds & Additions D Vinyl Waterproofing D 15 Year No Leak Warranty D Aluminum & Glass Rails
The Last Deck You Will Ever Need!
Call: 604-725-9574 www.rainforestdeckandrail.com
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PETS
PITTBULL Puppies - Purebred. Born March 7th. Great bloodlines. $850-$1500. Call 604-765-0453.
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GARAGE SALES
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East Maple Ridge
Coquitlam
Moving / Garage Sale
GARAGE SALE
Sat May 31 & Sun June 1. 9am - 3pm 1386 DEERIDGE LANE Patio furn (New & used) fishing equip incl new manual downriggers, constr equip, light fixture 4-8” fluorescent fixtures, approx 200ft new lam.flr, antique kitchen chairs, 2 dining tables & chairs, garden equipment & more
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GARAGE SALES
PORT MOODY
Neighbourhood Garage Sale
Specializing in reasonably priced SMALL BREED puppies. 604300-1450. trugoalpuppies.com
SATURDAY, MAY 31 24913 - 108th Avenue
No Early Birds!!!
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The Classifieds: Small Ads, Big Deals!
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
phone 604-575-5555
REAL ESTATE
PETS
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AUTO FINANCING
838
RECREATIONAL/SALE
Fully Furnished & Equipped
Short Term or Long term! Hotel Living
1 Bedrooms available near Lougheed Mall and transit. Rent includes heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Refs required.
Like New Townhouse. Only 3 years old. Immaculate Deluxe, 2 bdrm. + Rec. Room/Office + 2 Full Bath T/House. Flr. to ceiling storage + storage rm. in garage. 6 s/s appli. d/w, w/d, Garburator. Crown Mouldings, 9ft. ceilings, H/W laminate flooring and slate tile. Gas F/P & Alarm. 1 car garage parking. Covered patio lower & outdoor patio upper. Amenities room incls. full gym, outdoor hot tub & pool. Walk to Morgan Heights shopping. NO Smoking inside & NO Pets! $2250/mo. Avail. June 14
Call (604) 931-2670
Large 2 bdrm apt. Bright 2 br located in a Central Coq Co-op. $810/mo. No subsidy. Seniors only building. Close to transit, schools, and shopping.
MISC. FOR SALE
HOMES FOR RENT
SOUTH SURREY EXECUTIVE
(604)936-5755
APPLIANCES
560
TRANSPORTATION
CEN Coq, 3 Bdrm, Main flr, newly reno’d, hardwood, F/P, W/D, D/W, large yard, small dog OK. N/S. Near transit/schools. $1600/m + 2/3 utils. Also, 1 bdrm bsmnt suite $850/m + 1/3 utils. Avail June 1. 604-9393509
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
9:00 am - 2:00pm
Lots and lots of tools, household items, furniture & misc. items. Rain or shine
956 Balbirnie Blvd.
Sorry no pets.
Family owned & operated for 40 yrs.
736
Welcome Home !
POCO Appliance Mart 942-4999 Rebuilt*Washer*Dryer*Fridge*Stove Up to 1 Yr Warranty. Trade-in Avail.
May 31 & June 1st, 9-4 p.m.
Clean, quiet apt blk. Suites to rent.
RENTALS
COQUITLAM
YARD SALE 1665 Angelo Ave., Port Coquitlam. Sat May 31st, 9am - 1pm. No Early Birds Please.
Estate Sale
APARTMENT/CONDO
Coquitlam:
ROTTWEILLER guard dog, 6 yr old male, p/b no papers. Too good home. (604)798-9159
#33 (and others) 101 Parkside Dr.
Multi-Family. Mansfield Cres PoCo. JVC stereo furn leather chairs prints books games misc. Sat & Sun ~ 9-4
706
PRESA CANARIO P/B pups UKC, brindle $600 ea. 2 mo old. Both parents approx 150 lbs. 604-302-2357
Sunday, June 1st 9-2 p.m.
HUMONGOUS church garage sale. 2 floors of amazing deals! May 31, 9am-2pm. 1393 Austin Ave.
PORT MOODY
GARAGE SALES
RENTALS
604.488.9161
Sandy 604 945 5864 sandy@terramanagement.ca MAPLE RIDGE
1 & 2 Bdrms available $790/mo & $890/mo
372
SUNDECKS
374
TREE SERVICES
PETS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 Collie Doodle Puppies (Collie x Poodle) Born Feb 26. Mom is a Rough Collie (45 lbs) and Dad is a small Standard Poodle (50 lbs). Both have health clearances (eyes, hips, elbows). 2 very curly black females avail. 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). These puppies will not need a heavy hand to train. They are sweet, kind and sensitive puppies. They will be very similar in looks and in nature to the Golden Doodle only smaller, calmer and will mature sooner. 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 shots and deworming. Reduced to $850. 604-8204827
Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
374
477
TREE SERVICES
Your Tree Service For Honest Prices & Quality Work Call Scott at 604-618-0333 Certified Arborist
625
Queen Anne Apts.
* Renovated Suites * *Large *Clean *Very Quiet Includes: Heat, Hot Water
and Hydro
Near Shopping & Amenities. SENIOR’S DISCOUNT W. Maple Ridge: 2bdr+den, 75 x 139 lot, 19x15 wrkshp 220V + carport, RV prkg $415K. 604944-8100.
627
WE BUY HOMES BC
• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422
PRIME LAKEVIEW LOTS Also; Spectacular 3 Acre Parcel at $390,000
1-250-558-7888 www.orlandoprojects.com
~ FINANCING AVAILABLE ~
706
APARTMENT/CONDO
706
APARTMENT/CONDO
Derek Manor 2048 Manning Ave. Pt. Coquitlam
FREE
604-941-5452 or 604-944-7889
PREMIUM CABLE $80 Value
English Springer Spaniels CKC Reg. Puppies Champ lines, tails docked, vet checked, 1st shots, guaranteed. Home raised, well socialized. Ready May 30. $1,200. peterandskye@gmail.com (250) 392-1440 Williams Lake German Shepherd pups, vet check, 1st shots, own both parents, father
reg., gd tempered, farm & family raised in country, good guard dog/family pet. born feb 22. $700; also, 2 yr old female. 604-7963026, no sunday calls
RENTALS 700
604-463-2236 604-463-7450
12186-224 St, Maple Ridge Certified Crime Free Buildings
2 bdrm bright apt. Large 2 br located in a Central Coq Co-op. $950/mo. No subsidy. Close to transit, schools, and shopping.
ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)
Sandy 604 945 5864 sandy@terramanagement.ca
Coquitlam Centre “Raphael Towers”
PORT COQUITLAM Room & Board for mature single female in exchange for home support. Email: peter3315@shaw.ca
749
2 bdrm suite ~ $925
2007 Keystone Challenger Amazing style & luxury 33 ft triple slide, sleeps 7 adults, RARE 2 bdrm 2 bath + extras Pool, Hottub & Gym On-site. $25,775. Pics avail Kijiji #552049333. 778-773-9033
STORAGE
Pitt Meadows Marina
S Includes heat/hot water S 1.5 blocks to various bus stops S 2 blocks to Safeway/medical S City park across street S Gated parking and Elevator S Adult oriented building S References required CALL FOR APPOINTMENT
14179 Reichenback Rd
Public Access Launch Ramp Outdoor Storage for Boats, RV’s, Cars, Trucks & Trailers Year or semi-annual Rental Moorage
Parking + Onsite Manager
604-464-3550
709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL PORT COQUITLAM, 1500 - 3000 sq ft. Ground floor commercial area. Facing onto city park. 1 blk from Lougheed/ Shaughnessy intersection. Call 604-464-3550.
711
CO-OP RENTALS
BURNABY
RENT TO OWN
APARTMENT/CONDO
ROOM & BOARD
1 bdrm suite ~ $775
WHATTLEKAINUM HOUSING CO-OP ORIENTATION
STOP RENTING! RENT TO OWN! No Qualifications! Flexible Terms! CLOVERDALE - 60th and 176th Spacious 1 Bedroom Condo. Only $880/mo. Option Fee Req’d 604-657-9422
706
745
PORT COQUITLAM
HOMES WANTED
FROM $140,000
Free Estimates * Fully Insured
Great Location
FOR SALE BY OWNER
Do you want to live in the security of a family community? Woodland surroundings, on Forest Grove Drive. Good location, close to schools, SFU and Lougheed Mall. No subsidies available. $10 application fee. Maximum housing charges; 2 bdrms $919/mo. 3 bdrms. $1029/mo. & 4 bdrms. $1134/mo. Shares $2500.
NO SUBSIDIES AVAILABLE Orientation: Sunday, June 1st 1:30 p.m. at 51A-8740 Forest Grove Dr. Phone 604-420-2442
604.465.7713 750
SUITES, LOWER
COQUITLAM Large bright grnd/lvl 1 bdrm +den with priv entry, own laundry & prkg, $660/mo. N/S. No dogs. June 1st. Call (604)937-3534.
845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 The Scrapper
MAPLE RIDGE 1 bdrm gr/lvl suite nr all amens, 2 mins fr Golden Ears Bridge. Ns/np, avail now, $875 incl net, sat. tv & all utils. 604-465-3729. PT MOODY compl reno’d Lrg 1300sf bright g/l 2bd+den. Nr amen Patio $1200 ns/np 604-727-1903 WESTWOOD Plateau Brand New 2/bdrm g/l, 6 NEW SS appls. Avail now. $1000 incl internet & cable + 1/3 hydro. NS/NP. 604-805-5645.
752
TOWNHOUSES
#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
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 809
AUTO ACCESSORIES/ PARTS
2 bdrm - $1275
Impeccably Clean! Good Apartment Sizes Heat • H/W • Parking • Available Now
1 Bdrm. $795/mo 2 Bdrm. $925/mo NO PETS, REFERENCES REQUIRED
Purebred blue males & females. Ready to go. 1st shots & tails/dew claws done. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN Pet homes. $800. 604-308-5665 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com
*IN-SUITE W/D *GARBURATOR *ONSITE MANAGER *BEHIND COQ. CTR. MALL
Call 604-944-2963
PORT COQUITLAM; 2 Bdrm T/H $885/mo. Quiet family complex, no pets, 604-464-0034
715
PORT MOODY. Ideal Apartment. 1 bedroom - Avail immed. Secure parking, storage. Res manager. No pets. 778-355-1808, 604-469-9100,
COQUITLAM upper 3 bdrm duplex, completely remodelled, 1.5 baths, 4 appli’s, 2 decks, avail immed. $1250 + shrd utils. 604-785-5503.
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WITNESS TO MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT ON MAY 7, 2014 (COQUITLAM) Anyone witnessing or having any information relating to a motor vehicle accident, which occurred on May 7, 2014 at 4:00/5:00 p.m. on Como Lake Avenue & Custer Court in the City of Coquitlam, B.C. involving a 2002 Golf, please contact Spraggs & Co. Law Corporation at 604-464-3333.
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’08 HONDA FIT LX
‘13 LINCOLN MKX AWD
8,888*
8,699*
$
$
Auto, power locks and windows #PC5839
9,988*
$
’10 FORD FUSION SEL
Loaded with luxury #FLT4788
43,988*
$
’13 MAZDA 3
Leather, moonroof, SIRIUS #13F15719A
Great Car, Low Kms #PC5829
’13 DODGE AVENGER SE
’13 FORD FIESTA
15,998*
$
15,998*
$
Alloy Wheels, Pwr Grp, Local, No Accidents #13F13413A Titanium, Leather, Moonroof #PFC1795
18,998*
18,998*
$
$
’10 TOYOTA VENZA
Supercharged! Only 67,000kms! #PT4912
’10 FORD F-150 S/CAB
’09 FORD F150 CREW CAB
20,998*
20,988*
$
4X4, XLT XTR Pkg! #MLT693
4X4 XLT XTR Pkg. #13F19502A
24,998*
$
Z71 Off-Road package, loaded #PT4910
35,998*
$
11,998*
$
‘11 CHEV CRUZE LT
Power Group, Auto #PFC1792A
15,998*
$
’13 FORD FOCUS
Sport, Leather, Moonroof #PFC1797
18,998*
$
24,998*
’13 FORD EDGE LIMITED Panoramic roof navigation. #PFT1976
36,988*
$
4X4, Loaded #14ES7332A
20,998*
$
’10 FORD F150
Crewcab, 4x4, XLT, XTR #13F18220A
25,998*
$
’13 FORD EXPLORER
4X4, Leather, Navigation #PFT1974
38,998*
$
Crew Cab, 4X4, SR5 Pkg. #PT4920
29,998*
$
‘13 HYUNDAI ACCENT ’08 FORD MUSTANG GT ’13 FORD EDGE LIMITED FWD Hatchback, 5-speed STK#PC5843
13,998*
’08 DODGE RAM Crewcab, 4x4 #13F10307A
16,998*
$
Just arrived #PC5845
Navigation, panoramic roof #PFT1982
14,988*
$
$
33,998*
$
’11 TOYOTA RAV4 AWD
Limited, Only 34,000kms #14F15095A
29,998*
$
’07 JEEP WRANGLER
Convt with Hard Top, only 31,000 kms! #MLC183B
17,998*
$
’08 FORD F350 CREW CAB ‘09 HYUNDAI SANTE FE LIMITED ’12 DODGE CARAVAN 4X4, Dually, Lariat, Diesel #MLT731
36,998*
$
‘13 FORD FOCUS
Titanium, Leather, Nav, Moonroof #PFC1786
21,998*
$
SXT, Seats 7, Power Group #PT4913
Loaded #PT4901
19,998*
19,988*
$
$
‘13 FORD FUSION SE ’11 FORD EXPLORER LIMITED
Leather, Nav, Moonroof #PFC1790
23,998*
28,998*
$
AWD, loaded #PT4905
40,998*
$
$
GT Convetible #14FN5754A
48,998*
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‘08 HONDA ACCORD
2 door, 6 speed, Nice Car. #14FN0585A
14,998*
$
Tri-Cities
4X4, Limited #MLT728
30,988*
29,988*
$
’11 FORD F350 CREWCAB ’11 MUSTANG SHELBY 4x4, Diesel, Short Box #PT4903
$
’10 EXPLORER SPORT TRAC
’13 HYUNDAI GENESIS ’11 FORD FLEX LTD. 2.0T Coupe, only 19,000 kms! #MLT675A
AWD, low kms. #MLT725A
34,998*
$
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’08 VW GOLF
4 DR, 5 spd, nice car #14ES8484B
’09 CHEVROLET AVEO LT ’02 EXPLORER SPORT TRAC 4x4, XLT, Power Group #PFT1979A $ $ * 9,998* 8,998
Moonroof, alloy wheels, low kms, #14CM4232A
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$
8,888*
$
’03 F-150 HARLEY TRUCK ’08 NISSAN XTERRA
Moonroof, leather #PC5844
$
’06 FORD FUSION SE
4 cylinder, auto, power group #PLC2316
LOUGHEED HWY
N
PITT RIVER
Loaded With Options #PC5806
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