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Bailey bridge battle brews Gary McKenna Black Press

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John Piskorik’s seven-year-old computer is dead after a phone scammer was able to access it remotely and cause damage.

Senior targeted by computer scammer Mario Bartel

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John Piskorik is learning how to use his new computer.

He’d rather not.

But when a phone scammer convinced the 83-year-old New West resident his seven-year-old computer was vulnerable to an insidious virus, he gave him the information needed to access his hard drive remotely and inflict damage.

Piskorik didn’t give the scammer the $200 he requested for the “warranty” service he performed.

Nor did he tell him his banking took the call. information. But he admits a little Piskorik said the caller identified embarrassment that the scammer himself as being from a company got as far as he did, and he hopes called PC Help & Support, in Ohio. his story will alert He spoke with a others who may get thick accent. similar calls.

The scammer Joe Smith Piskorik uses his said they’d Lab Top Computers computer for email, Once you give them access, been alerted to research and to play it’s trouble. “unusual activity” solitaire before going on his computer to bed. caused by a “hydra infection.” If He says the scammer was it wasn’t dealt with immediately, persistent and convincing. In fact, his computer would crash. That his wife had previously hung up on worried Piskorik. him three times before he finally He didn’t want to lose all the

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He didn’t want to lose his nightly solitaire game.

The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre says seniors are more susceptible to phone scams because they’re more trusting and less likely to end a conversation. Scammers also like to build a relationship with their target and gain their trust.

Piskorik said the scammer kept him on the line for about an hour.

He instructed Piskorik how to give him remote access to his hard drive Please see BEST DEFENCE, A3

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New Westminster’s decision to proceed on its own to replace the single-lane Bailey Bridge is being blasted

by Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart.

The bridge connects the two cities. It’s been out of commission since March when engineers discovered cracks in the structure.

Stewart said because the crossing is an inter-municipal road, New West’s actions are illegal. He said Coquitlam should have been consulted before plans were put in place.

“New Westminster doesn’t have the right to do anything unilaterally,” Stewart said. “It would be really unfortunate if they were able to circumvent the dispute resolution mechanism.”

The two cities are currently going to arbitration to decide the future of the crossing. Coquitlam has been pushing for a two-lane bridge while New West said its roads cannot handle the traffic volume that would come with widening the span.

Stewart said he was personally assured by Mayor Wayne Wright weeks ago the bridge would be fixed rather than replaced. see NOT ILLEGAL, A8

A2 NewsLeader Wednesday, April 9, 2014

CITYPAGE MASTER TRANSPORTATION PLAN OPEN HOUSE

(INCLUDING PATTULLO BRIDGE AND TRUCK ROUTE PROPOSALS)

Wednesday, April 9, 2014 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm (presentation at 5:00 pm) Century House, Fir Room, 620 Eighth Street Thursday, April 10, 2014 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm (presentation at 4:30 pm; repeat presentation at 6:30 pm) City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue The City of New Westminster is hosting a follow-up Master Transportation Plan Open House with a focus on the policies and actions of the Plan.

The updated Master Transportation Plan will guide decision-making for transportation in New Westminster over the next 30 years and beyond by recommending improvements for all modes of transportation.

Topics will include great streets, creating a walkable city, comfortable bicycle facilities, attractive and convenient transit, managed roadspace, managing goods movement, livable neighbourhoods, and supportive programs and policies. Details on the City’s position on the Pattullo Bridge, and its recommendations to TransLink for truck route removal, will also be provided.

For more information, visit the City’s website at www.newwestcity.ca/mtp

MUSIC OF THE NIGHT Friday, April 11, 2014 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Century House, 620 Eighth St The unforgettable Langley Ukulele Ensemble is returning to Century House to headline the annual Music of the Night celebration. The evening also features a silent auction with some great items to bid on.

Bring along a couple of toonies so you can join in on our popular and fun 50/50 heads or tails games, which we will play twice this evening.

Cake, coffee and tea will be served during intermission.

Members: $10.00; Non-members: $12.00. All proceeds support the Century House Association Bursary fund.

Tickets are available at the Century House office, 620 Eighth Street. For more information, contact kmckay@newwestcity.ca, or call 604-519-1066.

2014 RESIDENTIAL WATER, SEWER AND SOLID WASTE CHARGES

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DUE DATE: MONDAY – MAY 5, 2014 2014 Residential Water, Sewer and Solid Waste bills have been mailed to the registered owners of Single Detached Dwellings.

If you have not received your Residential Water, Sewer and Solid Waste bill please contact the Taxes and Utilities Department at City Hall at 604-527-4555 or 604-527-4550. New owners of single detached dwellings who have not received their bill in the mail are advised to contact the Taxes and Utilities Department.

Accounts paid in full on or before May 5, 2014, are eligible for a 5% prompt payment discount. Accounts unpaid after that date are not eligible for the 5% discount and may be subject to transfer to property taxes if still unpaid at December 31, 2014.

Monday, April 14 3:00 pm Committee of the Whole Council Chamber 7:00 pm Regular Meeting Council Chamber Please note that council meetings are now video streamed online at www.newwestcity.ca.

Various payment options are provided for your convenience: • By mail or in person at City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, V3L 1H9 • Cheques post-dated to the May 5th discount date are welcome • INTERAC Bank Debit Card (credit cards are not accepted) • After-hours payment into “City Hall Mail” located at the north entrance to City Hall • At any chartered bank and most trust companies and credit unions • By tele-banking or internet-banking service through your financial institution • At automated banking machines • At the Queensborough Community Centre Seniors Living Alone - you may qualify for a waiver of 25% of the flat rate charges if you meet ALL of the following requirements: 1. 65 years of age or over, and 2. Living alone (one person only) in the single family residence, and 3. A registered owner of the property.

If you meet all of the above requirements and your flat rate utility bill does not already include a reduction described as “Senior Waiver” please call the Taxes and Utilities Department for assistance.

For further information, call the Taxes and Utilities Department at City Hall at 604-527-4555 or 604-527-4550.

DENSITY BONUS PROGRAM — PHASE 2 (DOWNTOWN) The City is holding two public open houses to present options and receive feedback on implementation of the Density Bonus Program Phase 2.

ODYSSEUS ELYTIS: IN TRANSLATION

Phase 2 applies to high density residential and mixed use zones within the Downtown area.

The winner of the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1972 was Odysseus Elytis.

Although he was relatively unknown outside Greece, the Nobel committee wrote that “his poetry … against the background of Greek tradition depicts with sensuous strength and intellectual clear-sightedness modern man’s struggle for freedom and creativeness”.

The Density Bonus Program, which aligns with the Official Community Plan, permits bonus density in exchange for the provision of community amenities or affordable housing.

The life and work of Odysseus Elytis will be presented by the Royal City Literary Arts Society at the New Westminster Public Library on Tuesday, April 15, 2014 at 6:30 pm.

Members of the Royal City Literary Arts Society will talk about his life and read a number of his poems. Manolis Aligizakis will present and discuss Elytis’s pivotal work Axion Esti. The RCLAS chose this work to highlight because it led Elytis to the door of the Nobel Prize Committee and because the subject of the book is considered to be of universal value and importance.

Please come and provide us with your comments on this important program.

The meetings will be held as follows: Saturday, April 26, 2014 11:00 am - 2:00 pm River Market, 810 Quayside Dr. Wednesday March 30, 2014 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm City Hall, 511 Royal Ave. For more information, please contact the Planning Division at 604-527-4532, or online at www.newwestcity.ca/DB

This presentation is co-sponsored by the Royal City Literary Arts Society and The New Westminster Public Library.

To register for the program, call the library at 604-527-4667 or email secretary@rclas.com.

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Wednesday, April 9, 2014 NewsLeader A3

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Task force aims to make buildings safer Mario Bartel

building and bylaws departments to ensure The fire that destroyed owners comply. an apartment building “This is a more on Ash Street in January reasonable and affordable has sparked a task approach,” said force to prevent such Armstrong. a conflagration from Each building will also happening again. get a fire safety rating, New West fire chief ranging from poor to very Tim Armstrong said the good. That will then be eight-member task force compared to its history of will visit each of the city’s calls to the fire department approximately 500 wood to give it more gravity frame walk-up buildings. when dealing with the Their task is to take an owners. inventory of their age, “Sometimes you really construction, general have to push,” said condition and state of fire Armstrong. safety. The full tour should All task force data take 18 months. will also be added to the He said such an effort city’s files. This will let was already in the works, the fire department know but the Ash Street fire gave a building’s floor plan, it more urgency. where standpipes are, “Ash Street was an and whether hazardous example of how quickly materials are on site.

MarIO BarteL/newsLeaDer this type of construction “The more information Dan Wilson is a captain of the fire prevention task force that will be taking an inventory of all the wood frame walk up apartment buildings in can get away from you in a New Westminster to rate them for their fire safety. The task force was formed in the wake of a fire in January that destroyed an apartment we have the better,” said building on Ash Street. fire,” said Armstrong.

Armstrong.

A special agreement He said the fire with the firefighters’ union will allow to firefighters is very positive,” Puchmayr Armstrong said forcing owners to install department’s job at such buildings is more the task force to be on duty seven days a said. expensive sprinklers is unrealistic. Instead, complicated because they’re not airtight. week. They will also make appearances Puchmayr had called for the federal and the task force will help them address fire That means there’s more oxygen available at community events and provide public provincial governments to find a way to safety issues. They will look for renovations to fuel the flames. education. help the owners of older buildings retrofit that have compromised fire barriers, and Also, these buildings tend to have a New West Coun. Chuck Puchmayr with sprinkler systems. will help building owners upgrade alarms higher percentage of elderly and disabled praised the creation of the task force at a Most of New West’s rental buildings and install smoke detectors. tenants. recent city council session. went up in the 1950s and ’60s, long before The fire department will also partner “The key is to get in there quickly and “Anything you can do to give those tools building codes made sprinklers mandatory. with the New West police and the city’s make a quick assessment,” said Armstrong.

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He asked for money and Piskorik’s credit and bank card information.

“That’s when we stopped,” said Piskorik, who hung up the phone.

But the scammer still had control of Piskorik’s computer.

He watched helplessly as the cursor danced around the screen,

windows opened and closed.

Joe Smith, of LabTop Piskorik turned it off. computers in Burnaby, The next morning, it gets at least one computer wouldn’t turn on. a week that has scammers “They killed it,” said have accessed or damaged Piskorik. in some way.

According to computer Even if the computer security company still works, he says, once puchMayr Symantec, technical scammers have gotten support scams have been into it, there’s no telling around since 2010. what data they’ve taken.

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“Once you give them access, it’s trouble,” said Smith. “They typically employ scare tactics like opening logs with lots of errors and red buttons, but they’re not important. That’s just what’s going on behind the operating system.”

The Anti-Fraud Centre advises the best defence against getting scammed is to just hang up.

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And while that’s ultimately what Piskorik did, he’s still angry with himself that he didn’t act sooner.

“I’m distressed that this could happen to me,” he said.

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Chamber joins dissent over new recycling program

Police are seeking help identifying this man.

Assault suspect sought Police are seeking a man suspected of assaulting a bus driver in December at 22nd Street SkyTrain station in New Westminster.

On Dec. 23, 2013 at 4 p.m. the suspect boarded a westbound 100 bus at the station and told the operator he was getting a free ride.

When the driver

reminded the suspect the bus was a fare paid zone, the suspect punched him in right side of his face.

The suspect then caught the SkyTrain and got off at Joyce Station.

He is described by police as Aboriginal, about 6’2”, approximately 270 lbs. He was wearing a large checked white shirt, dark blue shorts,

white socks, white leather athletic shoes, a black “skull cap” with white markings and black sunglasses.

Those with information can provide your anonymous information to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or by visiting www. solvecrime.ca. twitter.com/newwestnews

The New Westminster Chamber of Commerce has added its voice to the growing dissent about changes to recycling programs in British Columbia that will see them administered by a private non-profit consortium of packaging producers.

Christine Conway, the Chamber’s chair, says new fees imposed by Multi Material BC (MMBC) will hit many businesses hard.

“We’re concerned that B.C. businesses are facing higher fees than in Ontario and Quebec,” said Conway.

In Ontario, she said, industry pays only half the cost of recycling.

“There should be consistency in programs and fees across the provinces, allowing for an even playing field in terms

of business,” said Conway.

Already B.C.’s newspaper publishers and printers said they’re being particularly hard hit by the new system.

John Hinds, the president and CEO of Newspapers Canada, said 85 per cent of newsprint is already being recycled in blue boxes and the additional fees are unfair.

“We feel we’re the gold star pupils of the blue box,” said Hinds.

Municipalities across the province have also expressed their dismay about the new program and the impact it will have on their long-established curb side pickups.

Conway said while most of those communities, including New West, have already signed on for the new program, they’ve done

so reluctantly.

“We may be too late to delay or halt this program,” said Conway. “But we feel there’s still time to make critical improvements.

Heritage home workshop The city of New Westminster is holding a free workshop to help heritage home owners make their older homes more energy efficient. The workshop, to be held Sat., April 26, from 1-4 p.m., will be at City Hall.

Guest speakers will present ideas for improving the comfort and energy efficiency of heritage homes while still maintaining their character. There will also be door prizes. To register for the workshop, call 604-5153818 or email rcoleman@ newwestcity.ca

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CITY PARKING PERMITS The 2014 city residential and visitor parking permits have expired as of March 31, 2014. Renewal fee for the year is $5.00 per permit.

Please note: ICBC Vehicle Registration must be provided for residential permits and Proof of Residency must be provided for visitor permits.

All permits can be renewed at City Hall. Please bring in your existing parking permit hangers when renewing. For more information, please contact the Engineering Department at 604-527-4592.

EASTER IN QUEEN’S PARK Sunday, April 20, 2014 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Queen’s Park Bandshell, Rainbow Playland Free Admission Family Entertainment: 11:00 am Meta4crew (Hip Hop) 12:00 pm Coco Jafro (Funk/soul) 1:00 pm Alex Zerbe (Action Comedy) Photo with the Easter Bunnies Suggested $2.00 donation . Petting Farm . Hop Along the Bunny Trail . Balloon Animals . Crafts & Face Painting . Concession Services . Magician & Jester . Children’s Music . Electrical, Fire & Police Services

Saturday, May 10, 2014 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Queen’s Park Stadium Find out first hand the important role cyclists can play in emergency response.

Work with other cyclists to complete tasks throughout New Westminster while navigating a simulated damaged transportation system.

To register, email nwemo@newwestcity.ca or call 604-515-3794.

For more information, visit www.newwestcity.ca/EMO

PET PHOTOS WITH THE EASTER BUNNY Saturday, April 12, 2014 1:00 - 3:00 pm Queensborough Community Centre Bring your furry family members to have their photo taken with the Easter Bunny! Free tasty treats for pets and their humans.

Suggestion Donation: $10.00. All proceeds benefit New Westminster Emergency Pet Services.

Contact 604-525-7399 for more information.

HERITAGE HOMES WORKSHOP Interested in learning about energy renovations for older homes? This Spring, the City of New Westminster will be hosting the Heritage Home Workshop, an interactive workshop presenting home upgrade strategies for improving the energy performance and occupant comfort of homes, while maintaining or enhancing its heritage and character elements.

The workshop will take place on Saturday, April 26, 2014, from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm at City Hall, 511 Royal Ave. It will feature two presentations and an expert panel discussion. In addition, information booths highlighting the latest in utility grant and incentive programs from FortisBC and BC Hydro will be on display in the City Hall foyer.

Event registration is FREE but seats are limited. Please call 604-515-3818, or email Ryan Coleman, Project Coordinator, at rcoleman@newwestcity.ca to book your spot today!

For more information, call Queen’s Park Arenex at 604-777-5121 and visit www.newwestpcr.ca

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Wednesday, April 9, 2014 NewsLeader A5

Seismic work to McBride and Howay still await funding Mario Bartel and Wanda Chow photo@newwestnewsleader.com

Sometimes it pays to be broke.

The B.C. government plans to ask school districts with extra money to pay a share towards seismic upgrades of schools.

But this likely won’t affect New West school district, said facilities director Doug Templeton.

Why? It doesn’t have any capital reserves.

The new policy is in response to an auditor-general’s report in 2010 that found there’s too much excess cash being held by public sector agencies, including school districts, said Ben Green, education ministry spokesperson. A subsequent auditor-general’s report released last month reached the same conclusion.

To deal with the issue, the finance ministry launched its “cash management strategy” that requires districts to consider cost-sharing of capital and seismic projects.

That means school districts could be required to dip into funds they realize from the sale of school properties said New

West district superintendent John Gaiptman. But with space for schools in the city already tight, it doesn’t anticipate any such sales happening, he said.

Two schools have already been approved for seismic upgrading, but the work hasn’t yet been funded.

A structural engineer has assessed Richard McBride elementary but a further report will identify how to fix the problems and how much it will cost. And F.W Howay will be assessed later this year, said Templeton.

“It’s a long process,” he said.

“The ministry doesn’t just want to give money away.”

Templeton said McBride upgrades would likely cost “a couple million” dollars, including structural and nonstructural upgrades.

This includes things like installing laminated glass in entranceways that doesn’t shatter into sharp shards, fastening high shelves to walls, and reinforcing light fixtures suspended from ceilings with aircraft wire.

Gaiptman said it’s possible that it may cost less to build a

new McBride.

Hume Park is one of 104 high-risk schools in B.C. that require structural upgrades, but the work hasn’t been approved.

Templeton said the rest of the city’s schools are in good shape seismically. That’s because they were built in the 1980s or later, or are wood frame construction, which is better able to withstand an earthquake.

NWSS PAC meeting Thursday The New Westminster secondary school parent advisory council (PAC) will meet Thursday, April 10 in the school’s Pearson cafeteria.

School district superintendent John Gaiptman will give an update on the high school’s budget for next year.

The district is currently going through a public consultation process to find ways to cover a $2.69-million shortfall in its overall budget.

In January, the NWSS PAC asked the district to produce a projected budget so parents could see what programs and electives might get cut, to give them time to pursue alternate arrangements.

The meeting begins at 7 p.m.

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15 minutes: work on chip and pitch shots 15 minutes: work on alignment with a 3/4 swing using your 9 iron 15 minutes: work on distance control by switching to a long iron and using a full swing 15 minutes: work on accuracy by switching back to a specific club or shot for that practice session.

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A6 NewsLeader Wednesday, April 9, 2014

OPINION

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NEWSLEADER’S VIEW:

QUESTION OF THE WEEK:

‘Moderate’ Mike’s move

LAST WEEK:

Mike Harcourt was probably too nice a guy to become premier of B.C., especially as the first leader of the NDP to win power after the fondly-remembered (by NDPers, at least) Dave Barrett government of 1972-1975. The Barrett government was the first NDP government ever to take power in B.C., after being in opposition for almost 40 years.

Harcourt led the party back to power after 16 years in the wilderness. He styled himself “Moderate Mike,” a fairly accurate label, as he tended to try and make as many people happy as possible, and not bash business as much as some colleagues did.

However, he fell victim to the endless plotting that seems to be an integral part of the NDP’s DNA. Barrett had taken over after Tom Berger failed to win power in 1969, in an election the NDP were sure they could win.

Barrett was then knifed by labour allies in his last year in power.

Harcourt was under pressure over the Nanaimo Commonwealth Holding Society, an NDP-controlled organization involved in many questionable financial moves. He had nothing to do with it, but the fact that it came out on his watch caused some of his cabinet, notably Moe Sihota, Joan Smallwood and Glen Clark, to go after him.

Despite the shoddy way he was treated, he remained an NDP member and campaigned frequently for the party. In January, he decided not to renew his membership, a fact made known last week.

Harcourt said the Kinder Morgan flip-flop, attack on Carole James’ leadership (is there a pattern here?) and NDP fight against the carbon tax in 2009 caused him to walk away.

Reasonable doubts, and his action will cause many within the NDP to ponder where their party is headed, as it undergoes its second leadership campaign in three years.

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Digital wave is just beginning VICTORIA – Have you got one of the new B.C. driver’s licences yet?

By now most drivers have the one with the unsmiling black and white mug shot, to conform to passport standards so it could be used for border identification with the magnetic swipe strip on the back.

About one million of us now have the newest version, with a credit-card style digital chip that proves your residence and eligibility for our famously “free” medical care.

The motor vehicle office started issuing them about a year ago, as five-year licences expire.

They replace the old “CareCard” that has no expiry date. Over the years there were more than nine million CareCards issued, twice the population of B.C., as people held onto their access to our defenseless, overworked medical system from wherever they moved to.

Positive identification is only the start for this card. Each will be assigned a password that gives access to online medical records, so when patients show up at an

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ER, their eligibility is confirmed and any previous conditions or medications are accurately matched. (Note that medical information is not stored on the card, just an access code that goes with the password.)

Patients will be able to call up their own files at home, book medical appointments and even renew prescriptions, which is where the efficiency comes in. In-person visits for routine prescription renewals are a cash cow for today’s doctors, generating guaranteed billings but often little or no health benefit.

Most people will still think of it as a driver’s licence, but it’s intended as an all-purpose government ID. If you don’t drive, you are spared the $75 licence renewal fee, and within a couple of years the cards will

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start providing online access to a wide range of government services.

Andrew Wilkinson, minister of technology, innovation and citizens’ services, says a public consultation has shown most people are comfortable using a system they already trust for their banking.

By the end of 2015, Wilkinson says about two million people will have the new cards, roughly half of B.C.’s population.

Application forms converted to online access will include student loans, birth, death and marriage certificates, voter registration and even criminal record checks.

All this will be costly to set up, but the savings from having customers do their own data entry are well known, as any banker or supermarket owner can tell you.

“You can understand that if you’re in the vital statistics office and this can all be done from places like Telegraph Creek and Horsefly remotely, that actually saves them a lot of money,” Wilkinson said.

“There will be conversion

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Those will be converted to online services.”

It also means a decline in the number of government office jobs, and the potential for further outsourcing of services, as we have seen with Medical Services Plan administration and the back-office functions of BC Hydro.

Some older readers won’t be thrilled to hear about this. They don’t want a “smart phone,” just a phone. But they will also see their great-grandchildren becoming adept with tablet computers before they can even speak. Seniors will get the hang of it pretty quickly, and their lives will become easier.

• A correction to last week’s column on the Agricultural Land Commission. I erroneously said regional panel members were appointed from outside the region.

They are local residents, and the new legislation formalizes a cabinet appointment process for them.

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Why Living Wage Policy doesn’t work There have been a number of letters to the editor regarding New Westminster’s Living Wage Policy.

I believe that all contributors want the best for society but fail to marry idealism to reality.

I view this matter from personal experience. In 2000 I accepted a position as a construction manager at a unionized contracting company.

During the previous tenure of the NDP, the union representing employees at our firm had lost 60 per cent of its membership.

This was during a time when fair wage policies governed all provincial construction projects.

As the non-union sector was my largest competitor, I sought to lure their top talent into the union where I could have them work for me. The wage package I offered was on average 75 per cent higher than the nonunion sector offered, so I was interested in the fact that all my new hires from the non-union sector had worked on “fair wage projects.”

I soon learned that all these employees had been paid as per the hourly agreed wage. There was one caveat: these workers usually had to work eight hours to get paid for five.

In my opinion this is why the fair wage policy will always be a failure.

The incentive for unscrupulous contractors will always exceed the will and means of the government to enforce the rules. The fair wage policy as instituted during the ’90s actually worked against workers receiving a fair wage, as it favoured unscrupulous newspaper ad 4.75” contractors over ethical

contractors.

Above I have only presented the problem. I believe there is a solution that has been used for a long period of time to great success. With the typical government contract the focus is entirely on price. In the private sector when one is working directly for the end user the focus tends to be on quality and reputation.

In the private sector when working for the end user, there is considerable effort made to demonstrate corporate integrity, quality control, safety and other areas of importance to the end user. Only a limited number of contractors are able to provide these assurances and be able to tender to work for the end user.

Although the initial price may be higher, the final product is less expensive because of the benefit of an enduring quality product.

The price-focused contracts to be adversarial, as everyone has underbid the project and is trying to make a profit at everyone else’s expense.

In a quality and reputationfocused contract, the firm performing the work has to have employees with high levels of expertise with a long history working in the firm’s corporate culture. In my experience, the best compensated employees in the industry have always worked for firms that have focused on quality, reputation, and corporate longevity.

It is to the benefit of the City of New Westminster to focus on quality and reputation over price.

It is more difficult for x 6.625” companies to fabricate a

reputation than hourly pay sheets. The side effect of this is that ethical corporations will grow stronger and the city will receive better quality work.

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This is not about fair wages, this is about taxpayers picking up the tab for assuring anyone working on city property is paid a subsidized wage, normally paid by private contractors.

Mr. Zander’s comments make me believe socialism or borderline communism is his political choice for Canada.

And yet only New West has fallen for the CUPE-initiated scheme. Mr. Zander says the problem is a lack of political will, while he once again pats the backs of our CUPEsupported city council for indebting taxpayers of New Westminster.

Only the CUPE union benefits from the Living Wage Policy.

Union or LWP jobs now fill most labour positions within the city. Free enterprise cannot compete in a closed market subsidized by taxpayers. CUPE wins this one. It’s no wonder their contributions are so high come election time.

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“The repair to the bridge has already been designed,” he said. “It seems clear that they want to have a onelane bridge for the next 20 years. The public does not want that, including businesses on their side of the border.”

Wright said engineers found the crossing in worse shape than initially thought when they were doing a routine inspection at the end of February.

The safest way to proceed, he added, was to set up a temporary single-lane bridge that was loaned to the city by the province.

Wright also disagreed with Stewart’s assertions that New Westminster’s

decision to move forward with a temporary bridge was illegal.

“We are not trying to be obstructionist,” he said. “That’s just not there. At the end of the day, we need to figure out what’s going to work.”

The fact that the bridge is on loan from the provincial government proves that the city does not intend for the temporary bridge to become a permanent crossing, Wright said. He added that he would like to see the traffic problems at the foot of Braid Street due to the train crossing addressed before New Westminster is asked to handle more traffic coming through the area.

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New Westminster council has approved a bylaw that will raise hydro rates in the city by nine per cent as of April 1.

The increase is in line with the nine percent rise the provincial government approved for BC Hydro rates. New West’s electric utility purchases its electricity from BC Hydro.

The increase means a household will pay $100.29 if it uses 1,000 kilowatt hours of electricity in a month, an increase of $8.28, said a report to council by Rod Carle, general manager of the city’s electric utility commission.

“Even with the proposed rates, electricity rates in New Westminster will continue to be amongst the lowest in North America,” said Carle.

He also noted the city has always set its electricity rates in step with BC Hydro.

Coun. Bill Harper said the increase creates a “real drag on the economy” as it often trickles down and consumers end up paying more for services and goods manufactured in B.C. Coun. Chuck Puchmayr blamed BC Hydro for the increased burden on residents.

“It’s important for the public to know this is BC Hydro raising the rates and not the city,” said Puchmayr.

Coun. Betty McIntosh, who opposed the rate increase when it was first proposed by council in March, continued to speak against it.

“We own our own electrical utility,” she said. “We have the right to adopt our own amount.”

McIntosh suggested the city dip into its reserve funds to cushion the blow. The city will notify residents of the new rates through newspaper ads.

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“It’s really the wild west,” Bateman said.

“There are virtually no rules in it whatsoever.”

Absent from the bill is any concrete definition of the winning threshold.

It merely says Metro Vancouver mayors’ council must demonstrate “to the minister’s satisfaction” that a majority of the region’s voters support the use of new funding sources to pay for the proposed package of transportation upgrades.

Bateman said it’s unclear if that means a 50 per cent plus one referendum result passes, or if a higher threshold will apply.

Also unclear is whether a majority vote counted across the whole region would pass, or whether it must also pass in most of the region’s 22 municipalities.

If the votes are

tallied only as a region, Bateman said, it will unfairly give too much clout to the biggest cities of Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby and Richmond and risk a questionable result if it passes in those big cities but not in most smaller municipalities.

Surrey and Vancouver, which both want major new rapid transit extensions, together have nearly half the population of the entire Metro region.

He argued the winning threshold should be 50 per cent plus one regionally and also passing by a simple majority in two-thirds of the municipalities, similar to the rules for referenda run by Elections BC. Instead, the very brief bill exempts the TransLink referendum from the regulations that apply in a provincial referendum.

Bateman said the

proposed legislation is also devoid of rules on spending limits during the campaign, or of any definition of TransLink’s role, including oversight of TransLink-issued information about the plan.

“One lesson of the HST referendum was the blowback the provincial government got when it was being too aggressively proHST,” he said.

It’s no surprise the legislation doesn’t yet spell out what new taxes or tools might be used to fund TransLink.

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Mayors’ council chair Richard Walton said it’s difficult to draw up that plan without knowing yet how what sources the province would approve, subject to referendum, or the total amount of money available.

“We’re no closer to knowing what may be allowed,” he said, but added mayors are working in good faith on the basis the province will support use of a new source.

Road pricing might be pursued over the longer term, but not in the short-term referendum, which could be held by mid2015.

Mayors fear the province will once again reject every potential new tax or levy except higher property taxes, which city councils refuse

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to raise further for TransLink.

The blame for higher TransLink property taxes tends to fall on cities and come at the expense of their ability to fund more municipal services, while the province sees other sources as cutting into its own revenue streams.

“It’s all about protecting tax room,” Walton said. “So it’s a little bit of a poker game.”

He noted TransLink needs to raise an extra $200 million per year just to restore service to the levels of three years ago, never mind extra for major new capital projects.

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It usually goes something like this: A new patient (often and aging parent, a senior) is referred to our office by their caring family member.

Let’s say they’re 68 and have been suffering with right knee pain for the past five years.

It’s now debilitating, swollen, and preventing them from navigating the stairs in their own home. The patient has previously gone to a physician to explore the problem, and tried the typical prescription anti-inflammatory therapy, with varied results. The prudent physician then ordered X-rays, which revealed “joint wear and tear.”

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Joint wear and tear has many different names, ambiguous meanings, and strong misconceptions. It could easily be labeled degeneration,

Dr. Gohar Sheikh arthritis, osteoarthritis or joint decay. When asked how or why this has occurred, the suffering senior is often told—hold on— that it is “normal aging.”

Wait a minute.

What’s normal aging? Let’s look at this a little closer. Many people accept degeneration, body break down, and even arthritis as a normal part of the aging process. Our own doctors and health professionals may even tell us this. But if you consider the typical example I’ve used above, the 68-year-old with the right knee joint wear and tear, the truth is the left knee is exactly the same age!

There you have it. How can degeneration and joint decay be the normal part of aging as it effects different body parts differently? Although rate of healing, metabolism and muscle strength often decline with aging, it does not designate one joint to wear out prematurely while others function fully and longer. The point is, there are many factors that can cause a joint to prematurely decay, degenerate or become arthritic.

Since in general we are not to strategically construct our diet, strengthen and balance our body posture and increase body agility, we often find ourselves breaking down with time.

That’s right, with time, but rest assured this is not normal aging, it’s just common aging.

Of course a car will break down with a certain mileage if its alignment if off, the wrong oil is used and cheap gas put in. But the same care will last much longer, go further on the odometer before being sent off to the scrap yard, if certain variables are addressed and maintained.

Why does all this matter? It means if we are functioning relatively well, why wait for joint decay? Careful analysis and the measurement of certain body variables can slow down and even prevent joint decay.

This can also be an effective treatment option for some people who are already suffering from painful arthritic joints. The cure (treatment) is often the same as the prevention.

Don’t mistake what’s common for what’s normal.

When we take care of our bodies and ourselves like we take care of our homes, vehicles, or our gardens, then normal aging should look like Jim Stevens, the 79-yearold who’s run 20 New York Marathons!

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Competitive Starting Wage, Bonus Structure, & Benefits after 6 mos. Send your cover letter & resume: careers@ absoluteresults.com

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

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ENGINEER Langley Concrete requires an individual to expand our success and provide an elevated level of engineering support to our customers and engineering community.

Applicants must have the ability to understand the technical aspects of pre - cast concrete products and with confidence present innovative and proven applications to engineers and other product specifiers and help develop and present effective marketing strategies to further the use of pre-cast concrete products in all aspects of underground civil infrastructure construction.

The position entails working with established industry associations and public organizations with the goal of expounding our success in providing practical, long term solutions at the overall least cost for the construction of roads, storm & sanitary sewers, culverts and storm water treatment.

Minimum Requirements; • Professional designation related to the Engineering discipline, preference given to Professional Engineer certification registered with APEGBC. • Exp. in structural engineering of civil construction products or projects.

Assets; • Exp. in technical marketing to engineers, municipalities and governmental agencies.

• Training or certification in Auto Cad applications.

We offer; • Attractive Salary • Benefits including extended health, life insurance, critical illness insurance, employee assistance program, etc.

• Future personal growth and development program.

Please send cover letter and resume to our Human Resources: mikejr@ langleyconcretegroup.com

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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

CARETAKERS/ RESIDENTIAL MANAGERS

39 units, 1 F/T position, Moody Park, College area.

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• $24K/year+ discount on • 2 bdrm apt. Car req’d.

• Experience an asset.

Starts June.

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Journalist

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Peace Arch News – an award-winning, twice-weekly publication serving White Rock and South Surrey, B.C. – is looking for a multimedia journalist who is keen to fill in for a maternity leave, covering local stories and publishing in a variety of print and online formats.

We are looking for someone with diverse writing skills (including advertorial), creative newspaper and magazine layout expertise, photography prowess, knowledge of CP style and excellent time-management.

The successful candidate must not only be able to write, photograph and lay out articles for print, but also produce stories for our website, peacearchnews.com Knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign and iMovie – and experience with a content-management system – is a must, and the successful candidate will have a keen understanding of the importance of following socialmedia best practices (Twitter, Facebook, etc.).

Applicants should have a diploma in journalism, or a related field. Broadcast-journalism experience is a plus.

Peace Arch News is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private, independent newspaper company, with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers in B.C., Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii, and online operations with more than 250 websites.

Deadline for applications is Tuesday, April 15, 2014.

Please send your application in confidence to: Lance Peverley, Editor Peace Arch News #200 - 2411 160 Street, Surrey, B.C., V3S 0C8 or email lpeverley@peacearchnews.com

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING ATLAS POWER SWEEP DRIVERS

Power sweeping,power scrubbing and pressure washing. Must be hard working with a good attitude.

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Must be available to work nights and weekends. Good driving record & abstract required. Experience and Air Ticket beneficial.

Email: jobs@atlasg.net or Fax: 604-294-5988

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS 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.

Only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Only those of interest will be contacted.

Van Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

Advertise across the lower mainland in the 17 best-read community newspapers.

EDUCATION

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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

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EDUCATION

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 130

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

HELP WANTED

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HELP WANTED

.Flagp e r sons & Lane C l o sure Te c h s r e quired.

Must have relia bl e v e hicle.

Must be certified & experienced.

Union wages & benefits.

Fax resume 6045133661 email: d a r lene.

CARRIERS NEEDED

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YOUTH & ADULTS

HELP WANTED

Atlas Power Sweeping LABOURERS NEEDED Pressure Washing Parkades & Sidewalks. Must be hard working with a good attitude. Burnaby based. Must be available to work nights and weekends. Good driving record & abstract req’d.

Email: jobs@atlasg.net or Fax: 604-294-5988

CLUXEWE RESORT MANAGER needed at Kwakiutl Band in Port Hardy. Competitive salary and free accommodations. Deadline midnight April 15.

Email hr@kwakiutl.bc.ca for job description and to apply.

Deliver newspapers (2x per week) on Wednesdays and Fridays in your area. Papers are dropped off at your home with the flyers pre-inserted!

Call Christy 604-436-2472

for available routes email

Email circulation@burnaby newsleader.com

EXPERIENCED Lane Closure Tech’s and Traffic Control people req’d. immediately. 604-996-2551 or email Traffic_King@shaw.ca

NEED EXTRA

CASH? We’re looking for carriers!

Deliver newspapers on Wednesdays & Fridays

LEADER

CARRIERS NEEDED FOR UPCOMING ROUTES IN

BURNABY

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 WANTED: SERVICE TECHNICIAN - SUNNY THOMPSON REGION. Kamloops dealership is currently accepting applications for full-time Journeyman & Apprentice RV Technicians. All applicants must have direct RV experience, possess own tools, have a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and take great pride in the work they perform. It is our goal to provide an exceptional customer experience for all our clients. We place great emphasis on customer satisfaction and quality workmanship and need people who will help us maintain this goal. We truly care about our employees and provide a positive, happy work environment with competitive wages and benefits. Requirements: - Possess Own Tools - Be Journeyman/Red Seal or period 1, 2, 3 Registered Apprentice RV Technician - Possess Valid Class 5 BCDL (Air/51 Endorsement an asset) - Excellent attendance - Self-motivated team player - Keen attention to detail - Maintain a positive attitude under pressure - Committed to lifelong learning If this sounds like a good fit and you possess the above mentioned qualifications we want to hear from you. How to Apply: With resume and references to: Attention: Service Manager By Email: service@jubileerv.com By Fax: (250) 851-9775 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

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HELP WANTED

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

BANQUET HALL STAFF Fraserview Banquet Hall located at 8240 Fraser St, Vancouver, B.C. require the following F/T workers;

ROUTE#

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Warehouse Supervisor Required F/T for 18 WHEELS LOGISTICS COMPANY 7185 11TH Avenue, Burnaby, BC $22.00/hr Co-ordinate, assign and review the work of employees engaged in shipping, receiving, storing, distributing and maintaining inventories of materials.

Scheduling transportation crews and routes. Plan, organize and oversee operational logistics.

Establish work schedules and procedures. Two years of relevant experience. Contact: Michael Email: wlogistics@yahoo.ca

FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944

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you can find from the

BANQUET MANAGER plan budgets, direct banquet hall operations, be responsible for staff development and schedules, compliance with employment standards, safety and health procedures are met, and handle customer complaints. Min 2 years exp. Salary $18.50/hr FOOD SERVICE SUPERVISOR supervise & coordinate the activities of workers, train staff, schedule catering activities. Secondary School & 2 years exp in food preparation or services is required. Salary $15/hr.

SEVERAL KITCHEN HELPERS work closely with cooks & other kitchen staff, especially in the tasks of preparing meat, vegetables & fruits for cooking, also wash & maintain work tables, cupboards & appliances. Minimum 6/mo’s of exp as a Kitchen Helper. Salary $12/hr.

Knowledge of Hindi or Punjabi an asset for all positions.

Fax resume to 604-322-3583.

FT Head Baker, Kam Mun Bakery, Burnaby, 3y Korean,Western baking exp. $18-25/H, 604-809-2576, mannabakeryltd@gmail.com

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RETAIL

Fashion Sales Associate part-time position available to work 4-5 WEEK days, no weekends and no evenings.

Approx. 5 hrs/day for a mobile clothing service Job requirements are: * have sales experience * enjoy working with seniors * have own transportation * ideal position for semi-retired sales people. email resumes to: Cocosclothestoyou@shaw.ca

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

JR. MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Needed Immediately!

Monday - Friday No graveyards! No travel!

Reporting to the Maintenance Mgr/Engineer you will carry out a variety of general/preventative maintenance activities throughout our plant & equipment & monitor our waste water treatment facility.

Mon.-Fri. operation with early morning & afternoon shifts. The occasional Sat. may be required.

Minimum class 4 boiler ticket req. with basic maint. knowledge; hydraulic, electric, pneumatic skills.

We provide great training, benefits, and a fun family atmosphere! If you possess the skills, and have a desire to grow and develop, submit your resume to Francis Ho: francis_ho@unifirst.com Plumber req’d For Ankon Plumbing & Heating Ltd. located at 3737 Nithsdale St. Burnaby $24/hr. Read blueprints, drawings & specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply network and waste and drainage systems. Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe & pipe fittings.

Measure, cut, bend and thread pipes using hand and power tools or machines. Trade diploma/Cert. in Plumbing & min. 1 year of relevant experience required. Location of work: Various locations in lower mainland region. Please Contact: Antonios ankonplumb@yahoo.ca or Fax: 604-676-7634

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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HOME REPAIRS

CONCRETE & PLACING

Placing & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates. coastalconcrete.ca

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ELECTRICAL

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263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE # 1 BACKHOE & BOBCAT services Drainage, trucking, oil tank removal Yard/clean-up, cement & pavement re & re. 604-341-4446.

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

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LANDSCAPING

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MOVING & STORAGE

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GARDENING

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20 Yrs Exp. Reasonable Rates 604.725.5561 or 604.589.2748

$45/Hr

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LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

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PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982.

WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

NATURAL AIRFLOW HEATING LTD. SPRING SPECIAL ONLY!

FORTIS FURNACE REBATE - $800 Hot Water Rebate- $200 Licenced-Bonded-Insured

Grassmere St - Bond St, Booth Av - Kira Crt

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ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

Unfiled Tax Returns? Unreported Income? Avoid Prosecution and Penalties. Call a Tax Attorney First!

855-668-8089 (Mon-Fri 9-6 ET)

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Victory St - Rumble St, Frederick Av - Waverley Av

BB22902913

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PERSONAL SERVICES

Portland St - Marine Dr, Nelson Av

Bond St - Kingsway, Smith Av - Patterson Av

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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SPECIALIZING IN • Basement Suites • Kitchens • Baths • Remodels • Additions • Flooring • Painting • Drywall • Much More Since 1972 Dan 778-837-0771

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

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PLUMBING

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

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PRESSURE WASHING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 372

SUNDECKS

POWER WASHING since 1982.

WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

MISC. FOR SALE

STEEL BUILDINGS...HOT SAVINGS - SPRING SALE! 20X24 $4,348. 25X24 $4,539. 30X30 $6,197. 32X36 $7,746. 40X46 $12,116. 47X72 $17,779. One End wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422. www.pioneersteel.ca

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

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REAL ESTATE Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com

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APARTMENT/CONDOS

Real Estate Section - Class 600’s

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

374

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

BURNABY

GABLE GARDENS MOVE IN INCENTIVE • • • • • •

Nice, clean and quiet 1 bdrm, $850-$860.

Walk to Highgate Close to transit & schools Upgraded suite Cat okay On site manager Please call 604-521-3448 for viewing.

TREE SERVICES

Burnaby NELSON PLACE TOWNHOMES 2701 – 2755 Bainbridge Ave.

ABC TREE MEN Pruning, Shaping, Tree Removal & Stump Grinding. 604-521-7594 604-817-8899

.A East West Roofing & Siding Co. Repairs, new roofs, torching, gutter services. 10% off. 604-783-6437

PETS

FIVE STAR ROOFING All kinds of re-roofing & repairs.

Free est. Reasonable rates.

778-998-7505 or 604-961-7505

Mainland Roofing Ltd. 25 yrs in roofing industry

Family owned & operated.

Fully ins. We do Cedar Shakes, conversions, concrete tiles. torchon, fibreglass shingles, restoration & repairs. 20 yr labour warr.

604-427-2626 or 723-2626 www.mainlandroof.com

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PETS

Asking $163,000 - #9-45 Fourth Columbia Skytrain Stn at your doorstep 1 bdrm 645sf NE facing, PETS OK. Inste strg.

Pat Ginn, Sutton Westcoast 604-220-9188 by appt.

604.540-2028 or 778.714-7815

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FOR SALE BY OWNER

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 Aldergrove SxS Duplex - 4 suites 2 separate titles, 8500 s/f lot, fully reno’d, new siding & window, rent $3400/mo. $579K. 604-807-6565

1 & 2 Bedroom Reno’d suites located in upgraded blding in cul-du-sac. Next to large green space. Incl’s heat, hot water and basic cable. Walk to Highgate mall. Quiet and clean. Cat okay. Deposit required. For viewing....

Call 604-540-6725

RUBBISH REMOVAL

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TRANSPORTATION

HOMES FOR RENT

810

AUTO FINANCING

838

RECREATIONAL/SALE

MARINE 912

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CHECK CLASSIFIEDS bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

SUITES, LOWER

NEW WEST 2 bdrm gr/lvl suite, full bath, large kitch & dining area, all brand new appls. Nr amens. Avail May 1. $875 incl util 604-339-8616 NEW WEST 7th Ave/12 St. Bright 2 bdrm bsmt suite, nr transit & all amens, newly reno’d with h/w flrs, cat ok. Avail now. $975 inc utils.

Students welcome. 604-521-5156.

PORT COQUITLAM 2 bdrm grnd lvl suite, sep ent, newly reno’d bathrm lam flooring, suit n/s mature tenants sml cat ok. $1000 incl utils/cbl/wifi.

Refs req, avail now. 778-828-3343.

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SUITES, UPPER

.www.one4yacht.com 604-669-2248

NEW WEST McBride/2nd St. 3 Bdr upper suite, lrg livrm & dinrm, big deck, 5 appli’s, lots of pkng - 1 car garage pkng. N/S, pet ok. Avail now $1750 incl all utils. 604-777-1767.

752

2007 33ft Keystone Challenger.

Rare!! Amazing style & luxury Loaded. Sleeps 7. Triple slide Unique 2 bdrm 2 bath; can stay in Good Sam Park. $26,475 Pic avail Kijji #552049333.

778-773-9033

TOWNHOUSES

PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1097/mo - $1199/mo. Shares req’d. Close to WCE, schools & shopping. No subsidy available.

19225 119th Ave. For more info & to book an appt. call 604-465-1938

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TRANSPORTATION 810

NOTICE TO CREDITORS RE: THE ESTATE of KATHLEEN E. THOMPSON, late of Burnaby, in the Province of British Columbia. Retired, Deceased.

All claims against the above estate, duly verified by Statutory Declaration, and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before May 2, 2014.

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

AUTO FINANCING

BURNABY Entlebucher/Swiss Mtn pups, short-hair, family raised, gentle, vet chck, 1st shots, dewormed. $1200 each. 604-795-7662.

FILA GUARD DOGS. Excellent Loyal Family Pet, all shots Great Protectors! Ph 604-817-5957.

6630 Telford Ave.

CLEAN SPACIOUS SUITES Fully Renod 1 & 2 Bd Suites Centrally Located, 5 min walk to Metrotown Mall. On-site caretaker. Extra lg patios.

MOVE IN TODAY!!!

Maple Ridge rancher, 2bdr +den, lg lot, 19’x15’ wrkshop 220V, new furnace, $415K. 604-944-8100.

EVERGREEN PLACE CALL ANYTIME TO VIEW

778-788-1867

JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

Hauling Anything..

But Dead Bodies!!

20 YARD BINS AVAILABLE We Load or You Load !

604.220.JUNK(5865) Serving Metro Vancouver Since 1988 FLEETWOOD WASTE Bin Rentals 10-30 Yards.

Call Ken at 604-294-1393

P/B blue males & females.

Ready to go. 1st shots & tails/dew claws done.

ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN Pet homes. $1000. 604-308-5665 LAB PUPPIES. Chocolate, golden, black. 6 weeks. Ready. Mission area. $600. Norm 604-814-0706

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560

MISC. FOR SALE

HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?

STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed!

Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

Concentra Trust Executors 333 - 3rd Avenue North, Saskatoon SK S7K 2M2

Move-In Incentive. Bright, large newly renod 1 & 2 bdrm suites for rent. Heat & h/w incl’d. New hardwood flrs, huge balcony. Only 2 min walk to Metrotown Mall.

CALL 778-994-2334 TO VIEW! Move in TODAY!

ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)

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Villa Del Mar LANGLEY SxS Duplex plus 1/2 acre lot, reno’d, Rent $2300/mo.

Asking $499K. 604-807-6565.

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HOMES WANTED COQUITLAM We Buy Homes BC • All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422

639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

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RENTALS 700

RENT TO OWN

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706

APARTMENT/CONDO

Bright lg fully renod 1 bdrm in downtown Vancouver.

Available Immediately!

Please Call

1 Bdrm. from $850 2 Bdrm. from $1050

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$

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778-858-9969

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AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

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Brad’s Bin Service 604.220.5865

BURNABY

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BLACK LAB cross puppies 5 available. Family raised $400.

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RENTALS

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A24 NewsLeader Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Galloway’s F IN E F O OD SPE CIALTIE S

Green Mung Beans

Walnuts Chandler

Light Halves & Pieces. USA. Natural Raw.

$1.54/100g

$

6

99

Longevity - Antioxidant.

/lb

Cashews Whole Raw Extra Large. Vietnam.

$1.10/100g

4

$

99

/lb

Large. California.

$1.10/100g

4

99

/lb

Pieces. Natural Raw.

$0.66/100g

2

99

/lb

$1.32/100g

5

/lb

80g bag

2

/ea

9

/ea

Everland Virgin Coconut Oil $ 99 1.5L plastic jar

21

Assam Black Tea $ 99 1lb bag

6

69

800g bag /ea

4

$

800g bag

99

5

/ea

/ea

/ea

4

99

/ea

/ea

8 $ 42 50

/ea /ea

99

/ea

Soy Beans $ 69

2

/ea

Cannellini Beans Organic.

800g packet

$

3

$0.66/100g

2 99

$

/lb

Turkish Apricots $0.66/100g

2 99

$

/lb

Italian. For Baking.

$0.35/100g

1 59

$

/lb

Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder Certified Organic. Helps you to sleep faster.

Organic. Ancient Grain.

800g packet

/ea

Pitted Dates

White Quinoa

7

/ea

Pitted. Sundried.

1lb packet

800g packet

1kg bag

2 49 $ 21 00 $

Dried. Sweetened.

Hemp Hearts $ 99

$

/ea

Cranberries

Psyllium Powder

$

2 69

$

Cocoa Nibs 100g

99

/ea

Organic.

Coconut Sugar

$

3 49

Gluten Free. Organic.

Coconut Flour

5lb bag

Honey Alfa Clover, Dandelion & Fireweed K.B. $ 99 1kg plastic jar

250g box

1lb bag

Super Grain Snack made from Ancient Grains of South America.

Flour Flavours: Sundried Tomato & Roasted Garlic, Hot & Spicy, Sour Cream & Chives, Chilli & Lime.

99

2

$

$

Buckwheat Kernels

/ea

Lowers Cholesterol.

Quinoa Chips

$

69

China Green Tea Gunpowder

800g bag

Made from 100% Blanched California Almonds.

99

800g packet

Organic. Indonesia.

Almond Flour

$

1/2lb bag

Organic.

Cashews Large White

$

2

$

Grade One.

Almonds Whole Raw Natural

$

Whole. Organic.

White Tea, Sow Mee

99

21oz container

14 99

$

/ea

Sunflower Lecithin Powder $ 99 400g bag

13

/ea

Soy Protein Powder $ 99 400g packet

6

/ea

/ea

Sale starts Wednesday, April 9th, ends Thursday, April 17th

Galloway’s

702 SIXTH AVENUE, NEW WESTMINSTER

Tel. 604.526.7525 Fax. 604.526.7523 Check our website: www.gallowaysnewwest.com/ Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/GallowaysFineFoodNewWest Reviews on Yelp: www.yelp.ca/biz/galloways-fine-food-specialties-new-westminster

STORE HOURS: Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 5:30pm • Friday 9:00am - 9:00pm • Saturday 9:00am - 5:30pm • Sunday 12noon - 4:00pm • Stat Holidays - Closed