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Health officer says he should have a say on health impacts of a proposed coal port. See Page A3

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New Westminster City Hall and other civic facilities like Queen’s Park Arena and the Queensborough Community Centre are now part of the Safe Harbour program which ensures a welcoming and inclusive environment for all visitors. Karen Pollard, the city’s manager of human resources, and John Stark, the social planner, are responsible for its implementation.

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The irony that he was able to affix a Safe Harbour decal on the front doors of New West’s city hall the same week the Rainbow Flag flew from the flagpole in front isn’t lost on John Stark. The flag has long been a symbol of acceptance and tolerance for the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered community. The Safe Harbour decal means city facilities are open to all, regardless of ethnicity, faith,

language, sexual orientation or cultural and language barriers. abilities. The two-hour sessions included “It’s about role playing, being inclusive,” enacting scenarios said Stark, New and crafting Westminster’s appropriate John Stark, social planner director of social It gives them an understand- responses. ing of how not to draw conplanning. “It gives them an clusions and to be respectful. understanding of To qualify to be a Safe Harbour, how not to draw a national program encouraging conclusions and to be respectful,” respect for all, more than 200 city said Stark. employees received special training. City facilities whose staff Staff learned to understand participated in the workshops now stereotypes and how to bridge display the Safe Harbour decal.

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They include city hall, Queensborough and Centennial community centres, Canada Games Pool, Queen’s Park arena and arenex, Moody Park arena, Century House and the Youth Centre. The 15 workshops were taught in November and December by Karen Pollard, the city’s manager of human resources. Support was also provided by agencies such as Burnaby Family Life and Burnaby Neighbourhood House. Please see CITY HAS ‘LANGUAGE BANK’, A3

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The mother of a young woman who died after being struck while walking in the intersection of Sixth and Sixth last year expressed shock after learning the man charged will only face traffic infractions. “Do I feel these charges are strong enough?” said Margaret Snowball, in an email from her home in Perth, Australia. “Most definitely not. Gemma was killed while using a signalled crosswalk by a driver making an illegal turn from what I have been told. To say that I am extremely disappointed in the charges would be an understatement.” Gemma Snowball, 25, was heading home from work at the Royal City Centre Safeway on March 11, 2013 when she was hit by a vehicle as she was walking across the intersection at about 10:30 p.m. She was taken to Royal Columbian Hospital but died two days later, with her family donating her organs for transplant. Snowball was on an extended work holiday in Canada when she died. Please see ‘IT’S ON OUR MIND EVERY DAY’, A3

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CITYPAGE PATTULLO BRIDGE REVIEW CONSULTATION POSTPONED TransLink has deferred the recently announced public consultation regarding the Pattullo Bridge, which was to begin the week of February 24, 2014. Translink has stated that the referral will allow time for Translink to work with the Mayor’s Council on Regional Transportation in response to a request by the Province that both bodies work together to develop a plan for transportation in the region. For further details, please visit www.pattullobridgereview.ca.

A CALL TO NURSE: MEMORIES OF ROYAL COLUMBIAN HOSPITAL SCHOOL OF NURSING Tuesday, March 4, 2014 7:00 pm New Westminster Public Library, 716 6th Ave Hospital nursing schools in Canada may be gone, but they are not forgotten. Memories of the Royal Columbian Hospital School of Nursing still live on and recently have been gathered in a new book, A Call to Nurse. Compiled by the School’s Alumnae, the book provides an insight into life on and off duty. Several of the alumnae will talk about the history of the school and will share some of the stories and photographs. Established in 1901, the Royal Columbian Hospital School of Nursing followed the model created by Florence Nightingale, and graduated nurses until 1978. A Call to Nurse is grouped by decade and provides a snapshot of the times along with the reminiscences of former students. As space is limited, register at 604-527-4667 or listener@nwpl.ca.

26 WEEKS TO EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS Be prepared for 72 hours. For the weeks leading up to Emergency Preparedness Week starting May 4th, 2014, the New Westminster Emergency Management Office will be providing weekly tips on how you can start your own emergency kit and emergency plan. Use our list to add small items to your emergency kits every week. This can make the job of creating a complete kit a little less daunting and intimidating, and remember - most items can be found in your home. The New Westminster Emergency Management Office is encouraging everyone to be prepared in case of an emergency. For more information on preparedness tips, please visit www.newwestcity.ca/EMO.

HOW ARE WE DOING? Do you live in New Westminster? Are you 18 or older? Do you have opinions about crime, policing & public safety? Then the New Westminster Police Department needs to hear from you! From February 1st to February 28th, 2014, please visit www.nwpolice.org to fill out a brief anonymous survey. Survey results will help guide our police services for the next 3 years. We need your voice to do our job!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY FOR CLERGY (MINISTER OR REPRESENTATIVE OF PLACES OF WORSHIP) The City of New Westminster annually appoints a ministerial representative to be the Presiding Minister for city events and offer prayers at city functions. New Westminster City Council will consider this appointment for a one year term ending December 2014 at its meeting on March 17, 2014. The appointee would attend the following events: • Committee Appointments and Committee Recognition Dinner • May Day Banquet • Canada Day Celebration • Citizenship Ceremony • Remembrance Day Ceremonies

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COUNCIL MEETINGS Monday, March 3 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.

If you wish to be considered for appointment as the ministerial representative, please submit your application with your resume. Applications must be received by mail, email (surquhart@newwestcity.ca), fax (604-527-4594) or hand delivered to the Mayor’s Office no later than Monday, March 3, 2014. For more information, please call Sharon Urquhart, Mayor’s Office, at 604-527-4522 or email surquhart@newwestcity.ca.

TRAVEL SHOWS AT THE LIBRARY: TURKEY Take an armchair tour to Turkey at the New Westminster Public Library in March. Rick Carswell will show highlights from Istanbul and includes a side trip to Ephesus. He will show his photos twice: on Wednesday, March 4 at 2:30 pm and again on Wednesday, March 12 at 7:30 pm. The travel shows are sponsored by the University Women’s Club of New Westminster and held in the Library’s auditorium at 716 6th Avenue in New Westminster.

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SNOW REMOVAL NOTICE Property owners and occupants in New Westminster are reminded that the City’s Street and Traffic Bylaw requires snow and ice to be removed from sidewalks abutting their property by no later than 10:00 am of the day following a snowfall event. • Please clear the sidewalks of snow products are available for purchase at and ice to the full length and width and local retailers. down to bare concrete. • For those who are unable to shovel • Please do not shovel snow onto the their own sidewalk, lend a hand: adopt street. the sidewalk of a senior or a person • Please do not use salt as it will damage with a mobility issue and keep it clear of snow and ice all winter long. the surface of the sidewalk. De-icing For more information on snow removal and the City’s priority response routes, please visit www.newwestcity.ca.

CITY PARKING PERMITS All city residential and visitor parking permits expire on 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.

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Her family and Canadian hosts have expressed frustration with New Westminster Police Department (NWPD) at the length of time it took for charges to be forwarded to Crown. Charges were recommended by NWPD in January, and on Friday, Crown counsel announced that Ryan Follack, 29, of Kelowna has been charged with the Motor Vehicle Act offenses of driving without due care and driving without reasonable consideration. The charges come with a minimum $100 fine, and at maximum would result in a $2,000 fine or up to six months in jail. The victim’s mother expected something more serious. “I would have thought that the death of a pedestrian would fall in the high end of charges and cannot understand the

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Gemma Snowball was struck in a crosswalk while walking across the intersection at Sixth Street and Sixth Avenue on March 11, 2013. She died two days later. Her death prompted a large outpouring of grief in the community, as the young woman’s vibrant personality had affected many people she met.

reasoning of the Crown counsel,” Margaret said. Since her daughter’s death, Margaret said she’s been told that illegal turns are fairly common at that

intersection. “Surely someone, somewhere has to make a stand and champion the cause of a pedestrian’s right to use a crosswalk without

fear of injury or death, and if not the Crown counsel, then who?” For the New Westminster family with whom Gemma lived, the almost year-long

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wait for charges to be laid has also been frustrating. “It’s been a waiting year,” said John Debruyn. “It’s on our mind every day.” Debruyn, who’s still in touch with Margaret in Perth, Australia, and visited her family last year, said they still don’t know the true circumstances of Snowball’s accident. “I’ve heard three different stories but to this day I don’t know the right one,” said Debruyn. “I would like to hear more, know more. I’d just like to hear the police talk about it.” When the case goes to trial, Margaret Snowball says she and Gemma’s sister, Hannah, will be there to provide a victim impact statement. “Our lives and those of Gemma’s family have been irreparably affected by the alleged actions of this person,” she said. editor@newwestnewsleader.com

New coal review bypasses health authorities Van Buynder warns port against Surrey decision ‘in isolation’ Jeff Nagel Black Press

Fraser Health’s chief medical health officer is cautioning Port Metro Vancouver not to plow ahead with a final decision on a new coal terminal in Surrey without first letting him review new research on the project’s potential impacts on human health. Dr. Paul Van Buynder said he’s glad the port last Wednesday ordered

proponent Fraser Surrey “It is important for the Docks to answer more credibility of any further questions about possible review and the decision health impacts. outcome that the process But he is is not undertaken disappointed there will by the proponent in be no further formal isolation of public comment allowed on health.” the findings, which The port ordered won’t be made public the additional ahead of a decision or work Wednesday VAN shared with the health after criticism of BUYNDER authorities. an environmental “I believe this impact assessment work should be done in commissioned by Fraser consultation with health Surrey Docks. experts and in a fashion In December, Van transparent to the concerned Buynder and Vancouver public,” Van Buynder said in Coastal Health chief an emailed statement. medical health officer Dr.

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It was a big commitment, but an important one, said Pollard. “Our employees really reflect our community,” she said. “There should be an expectation that staff will take the time to listen to anyone who visits.” To facilitate that, the city has also created a “language bank” to draw from the background and skills of its employees. If a visitor to a civic facility can only communicate in sign language, for instance, an employee can call up the language bank to find an employee who might be able to translate. The city has dozens of languages in the bank, said Pollard, from Arabic to Swahili to Tagalog. Stark said the Safe Harbour program can break down barriers for people who may not know how civic institutions function. As staff turn over and the needs of the community change, training will be ongoing. “Human rights is a constant commitment,” said Stark.

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Patricia Daly declared the completed assessment inadequate and listed multiple problems with it. Many civic politicians and residents groups have been critical of the proposed terminal, which would increase the number of trains carrying coal through White Rock, South Surrey and Delta, though the project has been supported by some, including the Surrey Board of Trade. The extra work is expected to focus on coal dust and train diesel emissions, but it’s unclear how long that will take or when a

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Asked how it can be appropriate not to refer significant new findings back to the health officers for review ahead of a decision, Silvester said the port already has a very good understanding of their concerns. “They’ve asked their questions. They’ve set out very clearly what their concerns are. And we’re now making sure those concerns are being answered,” he said. Silvester said the port has hired consultants Golder and Associates to act as an independent third party to advise on the completion of the environmental assessment and analyze new findings. The latest delay is the third time public concern has prompted the port board to step back from an imminent decision on the proposed new coal terminal, which would bring up to four million tonnes per year of U.S. thermal coal to Surrey by train and ship it down the Fraser River by barge to Texada Island for transfer to larger ships. When medical health officers first raised concerns with the coal terminal proposal in late 2012, the port declined to give them a formal role in the project assessment, instead promising

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Superstar of local sports passes away Former New As a youth, he Westminster was a star player secondary principal and part of the Bill Popowich has Westburn youth passed away at the soccer association age of 83. for more than 20 And though he years. had a big impact He helped at the high school organize the where he worked, provincial high his work with school boys soccer youth sports was tournament when nothing short of it was in Burnaby. astounding. But that’s not The Burnaby all. Popowich native played gave more than 40 William (Bill) Popowich died Feb. 11 in B.C.’s first at the age of 83, leaving behind a years of service to wife of 54 years, Gerry. high school track and field, and boys basketball has had two high tournament and still New West, he coached school trophies helped organize the and refereed high named after him. event after retiring in school hoop. During He was named to the 1990 from NWSS. that time he became Burnaby Sports Hall Popowich was on the involved in the running of Fame in 2009. Burnaby South team of the sport at the zone A celebration of that played in the first and provincial levels. life will be held at the tournament in 1946, Popowich became an Riverway Golf Course and had been part of honourary life member Clubhouse, 9001 Bill every tourney since of the B.C. High Fox Way, Burnaby, on 1957. School Boys Basketball Sunday, March 2 at Along with Association in 1990. 2:30 p.m. ggranger@ his teaching and And then there’s newwestnewsleader.com administrative duties in soccer.

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Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Todd Stone may have found the elusive mix of provincial and local control in running TransLink when he made his hasty announcement earlier this month. Without the courtesy of advance notice to Metro Vancouver mayors, Stone unveiled a list of peace offerings to the mayors, designed to get the interminable TransLink debate off his desk. First, he extended the deadline for the TransLink referendum, detaching it from this November’s civic elections and giving the mayors until June to come with a “vision” for TransLink – to sell to voters during a referendum at some later date. This measure itself could be therapeutic for all. TransLink has its Regional Transportation Strategy, which details its long-term plans. That document could form the basis of the “vision,” which would set items such as a subway to UBC or LRT to Langley and the order in which to do them, and how to pay for them. Presumably, that would be explained in the referendum question, though no one knows for sure. Government MLA Doug Bing said the question could be a softball one, on which all can agree, easily earning a ‘yes’ vote – allowing everyone to move on. Stone’s Feb. 6 letter to the mayors included a major carrot – an offer of one-third provincial funding for “major new rapid transit” projects and replacement of the Pattullo Bridge. Now, if only Stone can have his department consult and coordinate, even defer to TransLink before doing its mega Lower Mainland auto-oriented projects (such as replacing the Massey Tunnel), so taxpayers’ dollars are used to maximum effect. Hard-pressed taxpayers and commuters from Vancouver to Hope deserve as much. – Maple Ridge News

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THIS WEEK: Will the much-touted development of B.C.’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) be a big boon to the province’s economy? Vote at www.newwestnewsleader.com

Liberals offer little with latest budget The speech from the throne and the budget both delivered the sort of promises little Johnny might make during bedside prayer. “One day I’m going to grow up to be an astronaut or a hockey player and I’ll be a millionaire and have six houses and 14 cars and a private jet.” Even though Johnny wakes up the next day and has none of those things it doesn’t really matter. The goal to have these things some time in the future. Similarly, the BC Liberal throne speech highlighted a number of wonderful things the residents of B.C. can expect to have when they, too, grow up. Did you know Premier Christy Clark is going to create a liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry that will create 100,000 jobs and eliminate the province’s debt?

Adrian MacNair How will it do those things? Clark has no idea, but like Johnny, she’s eager to believe. The Liberals will also create a 10-year skills training program, a 10-year labour agreement with teachers, and a 10-year transportation plan. Since none of those timelines fall within a contemporaneous context, none of them can come back to bite the government in the hind quarters when the next election arrives. Or the one after that. Oh, and the Liberals will also formally apologize to the Chinese-Canadian community for historical wrongs.

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Which is nice–and it absolutely pointed out, the throne speech included a claim that LNG would needs to be done–but is utterly create an energy boom that and completely irrelevant to the would lower China’s greenhouse needs of British Columbians gas emissions. living in 2014. If that isn’t the most baseless, As for the budget, it’s factually lacking assertion consistent with the post-Gordon you’ve ever heard from the Clark Campbell safe politics of the government, then just wait five Clark government. minutes. A balanced The Liberals budget for once, are going to create with an increase If that isn’t the most thousands of in sin taxes baseless, factually lacking LNG jobs, cure and health care assertion you’ve ever heard the poisonous premiums, an from the Clark government, then just wait five minutes. relationship they early childhood have with the tax credit, and BC Teachers’ help for firstFederation, and make TransLink time home buyers. anything but a sinkhole of tax If you were hoping for much dollars. more, you won’t find it in the Just give them 10 years and budget. you’ll see. Short on specifics, but specific about vague ideas is the core of Adrian MacNair is a reporter this 2014 BC Liberal government. with the South Delta Leader. As Independent MLA Vicki Huntington (Delta South) has

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Living wage letter sparks lively debate Re: Why a fair living wage is the right thing to do (Letters, NewsLeader, Feb. 19) I had to respond to Bill Zander’s letter. How is criticism of Canada and B.C. fiscal policies backed up by references to bank bailouts and tax cuts that happened in the U.S.? Wealthy people made more money than poor in the stock market since 2008. Basic math would tell you that. But what of the gains that has created for working people in increased personal, company, and even government pension plans? And by the way, those wealthy also lost the most in the 2008 crash, but who cares about that, right? Our tax system may not be perfect but it does account for ability to pay or not. About 47 per cent of B.C.’s adult population pays no B.C. income tax at all. Meanwhile, the top 5% of earners earned 25% of all income but at least paid 45% of all taxes with it. I would love to see evidence to back up the notions that an average worker’s standard of living has declined in the last 30 years. Or that social program spending has declined. Dave Nickel New Westminster

Who benefits from Living Wage poLicy? Re: Why a fair living wage is the right thing to do (Letters, NewsLeader, Feb. 19) Bill Zander’s class warfare narrative against the “top 10%” is unworthy of anyone engaged in public discourse. In Canada, an income of

about $85,000 qualifies one to be in the top 10%. Mr. Zander overlooks that this class enemy also pays about 62 per cent of total income taxes. When they die or sell an asset, our efficient tax system collects an average $200,000 to $250,000 of income tax per $1,000,000 of capital gains. We need more 1 and 10 per centers, not fewer. The 10% includes not just business owners and investors but rock stars, pro athletes and all the judges in Canada. It also includes many teachers and professors, and school and hospital administrators. In B.C., generous families like the Diamonds, Cohens, Sauders, Beedies and Aquilinis raise money and donate huge amounts to the arts, science, education and medical research. Contrary to Mr. Zander, corporate bailouts or handouts are neither capitalism nor free enterprise. Whether bailing out GM, who first used the money to pay bonuses for top people; or Chrysler, today, telling governments: you need to give us $500M to keep our factories open in Canada, it is political graft, rewarding waste and incompetence, and a misuse of taxpayers’ money. It is amazing Mr. Zander fails to connect the dots to the Fair Wage Policy. Same corrupt principles, different monetary amounts. A better question for Mr. Zander to ask is: when the taxpayers are plundered and pillaged, who benefits? The policy is an exercise in raw political power. Alan McNulty New Westminster

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Stephen Graf Stephen Graf & Company Solicitor & Notary Public Phone: 604-314-5700 Email: mail@stephengraf.com 604 Columbia Street, Suite 480 New Westminster, BC V3M 1A5

Wednesday, February 26, 2014 NewsLeader A9

BUSINESS IN NEW WEST ____________________ presented by

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ast week, the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce President Christine Conway and Executive Director, Cori Lynn Germiquet met with Consulate General of Pakistan, Muhammad Saqif Saeed. The meeting provided some insight into the areas of import and export opportunities for our members and our business community. “We learned about what imports in terms of goods and services are priority items to this marketplace of 200 million people.” says Christine Conway President, New Westminster Chamber of Commerce. “Amongst the numerous opportunities for our business community are the import of used clothing, forestry products and consulting services in all sectors.” The New Westminster Chamber of Commerce will continue this dialogue as we further explore other opportunities for our members in the areas of Health Services, Retail, Hospitality, Education and the Development sectors. “As New Westminster and British Columbia look for more ways to diversify our economies and reduce our reliance on traditional trading partners, it’s meetings like these that offer great insight and learning as to what the real opportunities are” states Conway.

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riendly people, many people from cultural or ethnic communities, and the small size of the city—these are the three most cited reasons for recommending New Westminster as a place to live according to respondents of the city’s Multiculturalism Advisory Committee New Westminster Immigrant and Refugee Survey 2013. On February 15, 2014 hundreds of people representing the many faces of New Westminster celebrated our diversity. Visit newwestchamber.com for photos.

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any organizations are in the throes of planning their annual golf tournaments and the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce and Douglas College are no different. But, does business really happen on the golf course? Over the past 20 years I have met many brilliant business women and men and have asked this question of those who were avid golfers. They have told me that deals may not close on the golf course but this is where relationships and conversations develop. Many have told me that this is where they gage the competence and work ethic of their potential new clients and or community partners. One even went so far to tell me that, how people handle themselves on the golf course is a true indication of how they handle their business situations. Do they become quickly agitated when the game is not going to plan? Are they confident in themselves as they take on that “next hole”? “Are they trying to succeed or are they just there for the beer? As business people, we know that networking is essential if we are to be successful. Your New Westminster Chamber offers dozens of opportunities in our annual calendar to network. We invite you to join us on June 18, 2014 to DO Business on the Green!!!!

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Having had exposure and experience with a few other Chambers of Commerce in different municipalities of the Lower Mainland, it is noteworthy to see the strength, synergy, support and camaraderie amongst business owners and members of the New Westminster Chamber of Commerce. It is something to be proud of, as this chapter is doing something right!

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A8 NewsLeader Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Stephen Graf Stephen Graf & Company Solicitor & Notary Public Phone: 604-314-5700 Email: mail@stephengraf.com 604 Columbia Street, Suite 480 New Westminster, BC V3M 1A5

Wednesday, February 26, 2014 NewsLeader A9

BUSINESS IN NEW WEST ____________________ presented by

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Majority of fined fare evaders still don’t pay Tickets paid are up but TransLink powers widely ignored Jeff Nagel Black Press

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Wednesday, February 26, 2014 NewsLeader A11

Pattullo meetings postponed to the spring Bridge replacement project takes back seat to regional plan Jeff Nagel Black Press

soon enough. The Pattullo could be knocked out of service by a moderate earthquake, a ship collision with its piers or the scouring effect of the Fraser River. New Westminster and Surrey politicians are split on what should be built to replace the Pattullo. Surrey council has pushed for a six-lane replacement. But New West says its streets can’t handle that much traffic and instead wants a new Surrey-Coquitlam bridge that would let most traffic bypass the royal city. TransLink was expected to present a refined list of alternatives and findings following previous Pattullo consultations last year.

TransLink has postponed planned public consultations on the replacement of the Pattullo Bridge, saying it’s more urgent to work with Metro Vancouver mayors and the province to craft a transit expansion plan ahead of an expected regional referendum. Public meetings in New TransLink had planned to start public Westminster, Surrey and consultations this month. Coquitlam had been slated for Feb. 24 to March 14. three years for repairs to the TransLink officials say Pattullo, although it may avoid they intend to reschedule the spending all of the money if a consultations for later in the replacement decision is made spring. “As the Pattullo Bridge is one of the key priorities for the region, TransLink needs time to confirm with the mayors’ council how options for this project will fit into the regional plan,” TransLink said in an emailed statement. The deadline for mayors and TransLink to finalize that plan is the end of June, with a referendum on new taxes to fund it to happen by mid-2015. * The province has agreed to fund one third of the cost of replacing (on a 2 year membership) the Pattullo. But mayors’ council chair Richard Walton says one unresolved issue to be determined with the province is whether TransLink would have the option ® of tolling the new bridge YOUR NO JUDGEMENT CLUB to cover the remainder EveryBODY Welcome Here of the cost. If not, TransLink would have to earmark a Northgate Village 24 Hr. Co-Ed and for Women significant chunk of any new revenue – assuming 3433 North Rd. the referendum succeeds connecting made easy: – to the $1-billion-plus goodlifefitness.com facebook.com/goodlifefitness @goodlifefitness Pattullo project. TransLink has already *Based on the purchase of a 2 year membership. Bi-weekly payments will commence based on your start date. Applicable tax applies. No additional budgeted nearly $300 fees are required above the regular membership fee. Membership fees vary based on club and the membership option chosen. Offer valid at participating locations only. Please check goodlifefitness.com or with club for hours of operation. Other conditions apply, see club for details. million over the next

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A12 NewsLeader Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Coal shipments rise to 35 per cent of port exports CEO says nine per cent total growth supports strategy Jeff Nagel Black Press

Port Metro Vancouver recorded nine per cent growth in overall cargo moved in 2013, with increases in coal, grain and container shipments leading the way. Coal shipments – which have been controversial – climbed 17 per cent to 38.2 million tonnes, split

between about 26 million tonnes of steelmaking coal and 12 million tonnes of thermal coal. The port’s coal shipping capacity is expected to climb with a pending expansion in North Vancouver and, potentially a new terminal at Fraser Surrey Docks that has hit strong opposition. Coal now makes up 35 per cent of port exports. Container shipments were up four per cent in 2013 to 2.83 million

containers. Port Metro CEO Robin Silvester said that gain stems from more containerized grain exports and increased imports of consumer products to Canada to meet rising consumer demand. It’s close to the port’s long-term expectation of five per cent a year overall container growth that Silvester said is the basis for the proposed Terminal 2 expansion at Deltaport. “The growth we’ve

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Container shipments through Port Metro Vancouver were up four per cent in 2013 and are projected to double over the next 15 years.

Pattullo Bridge Review Consultation Postponed TransLink is deferring announced public consultation regarding the Pattullo Bridge, which was to begin next week. This deferral will allow TransLink time to work with the Mayors’ Council on Regional Transportation to respond to last week’s request from the Province that the Council work with TransLink to develop a plan for transportation in the region. As the Pattullo Bridge is one of the key priorities for the region, TransLink needs time to confirm with the Mayors’ Council how options for this project will fit into the regional plan, which the Mayors have been asked to deliver by June 30, 2014. TransLink anticipates completing this work as quickly as possible and commencing Phase 2 public consultation of the Pattullo Bridge Review later this spring. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please watch for notification of upcoming consultation opportunities at www.pattullobridgereview.ca.

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Inn at the Quay 900 Quayside Drive

New Westminster

Saturday, March 1 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Inn at the Quay 900 Quayside Drive

New Westminster

Monday, February 24 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Inn at the Quay 900 Quayside Drive

Coquitlam

Saturday, March 1 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Place Maillardville 1200 Cartier Avenue

New Westminster

Monday, February 24 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Inn at the Quay 900 Quayside Drive

Surrey

Monday, March 3 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

City Centre Library 10350 University Drive

Surrey

Wednesday, February 26 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m

Bridgeview Community Centre 11475 – 126A Street

Coquitlam

Tuesday, March 4 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Poirier Sport and Leisure Complex 633 Poirier St

Surrey

Wednesday, February 26 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Bridgeview Community Centre 11475 – 126A Street

New Westminster

Wednesday, March 5 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Sapperton Pensioners’ Hall 318 Keary St.

Surrey

Wednesday, February 26 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Bridgeview Community Centre 11475 – 126A Street

Surrey

Saturday, March 8 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Bridgeview Elementary School 12834 115A Avenue

New Westminster

Monday, March 10 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Inn at the Quay 900 Quayside Drive

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the port projects a doubling of container shipments over the next 15 years or so and up to 30 per cent growth in grain handling. He said last year’s growth of 11 million tonnes of cargo – to a record 135 million tonnes overall – was the equivalent of adding an entire medium-sized port in Metro Vancouver. He said the port supports 60,000 jobs in the Lower Mainland that earn 50 per cent more than the average wage. Slightly fewer oil tankers loaded at Kinder Morgan’s Westridge Terminal in Burnaby – 48 in 2013 compared to 50 in 2012. Oil tanker visits are expected to soar to 400 per year if the Trans Mountain pipeline twinning proceeds. Silvester said the drop in oil exports was because refineries in Washington State took more crude via a branch of the pipeline that serves them, leaving less for Kinder Morgan to export. More than 812,000 cruise ship passengers visited Vancouver – a 22 per cent increase – and the total number of cruise ships visiting climbed to 235.

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BC Short Track Championships: Burnaby Haida Speed Skating Club hosts the province’s best short-track speedskaters from all age groups at this meet. Free admission. When: March 8-9. Where: Bill Copeland Arena, 3676 Kensington Ave. (at Sprott St.), Burnaby. Info: http://bit. ly/1buJG35/.

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Burnaby Family Caregivers Project: Gerontologist Katherine Willett presents a free workshop on community resources available in Burnaby for family caregivers. Learn about community resources related to dementia, food and nutrition, home support, transportation, how to navigate Burnaby Home Health Services, end of life care, and more. When: Wednesday, March 5, 7-9 p.m. Where: Confederation Seniors Centre, 4585 Albert St., Burnaby. Register: 604-877-7063.

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108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...9-57 TRAVEL.............................................61-76 CHILDREN ........................................80-98

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PETS & LIVESTOCK ......................453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE...........503-587 REAL ESTATE ...............................603-696 RENTALS ......................................703-757 AUTOMOTIVE ..............................804-862 MARINE .......................................903-920

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 124

FARM WORKERS

JAMES GARDEN Ltd. requires 3 Farm Workers for Seasonal work starting around May 15 - Oct 15. Approx 50 hrs/week. Wage rate $10.33/hr. Duties are: planting, cultivating, harvesting, weeding, moving irrigation pipes, and lifting etc. Fax resumes to 604-574-5921.

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HELP WANTED

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ATLAS POWER SWEEP DRIVERS Power sweeping,power scrubbing and pressure washing. Must be hard working with a good attitude. Burnaby based. 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

J. RYBACHUK & Sons Trucking LTD has an immediate opening for a logging truck driver in the Sparwood/Elko area. Previous quad logger experience required. Fax resume to 250-425-0505 or e-mail to rybtrk@telus.net.

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TIMESHARE

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Receptionist

Req. F/T for Penney Auto Body Ltd. Job duties: Greet people. Handle diverse phone calls. Perform clerical duties. Receive and record payments. Skills Req: Completion of secondary school. Exp. as a receptionist an asset. English req., Chinese is an asset $15.50/hr. + 4% Vacation pay Tel. 604-322-6228 info@penneyautobody.com Fax: 604-325-8382 8225 Main St, Van.B.C. V5X 3L7

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

part-time position available to work 2-3 week days, approx. 5 hrs/day for a mobile clothing service Job requirements are: * must have sales experience * must enjoy working with seniors * must have own transportation * ideal position for semi-retired sales people email resumes to: Cocosclothestoyou@shaw.ca

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 260

SALES

ELECTRICAL

Lic. Electrician A+, BBB member Expert trouble shooter, All types of Electrical work 24/7 604-617-1774

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

Gutter & Roof Cleaning since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION NATURAL AIRFLOW HEATING LTD.

REPAIR & INSTALL

RETAIL Fashion Sales Associate

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PERSONAL SERVICES

• Furnaces • Gas Fitting • Hot Water Tanks Winter Special!

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$2500 FURNACE $725 HWT Licenced-Bonded-Insured

LEGAL SERVICES

CRIMINAL RECORD? Don’t let it block employment, travel, education, professional, certification, adoption property rental opportunities. For peace of mind & a free consultation call 1-800-347-2540.

604-461-0999 287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 239

COMPUTER SERVICES

F/T SALES PEOPLE

Residential & Commercial

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KITCHEN HELPERS Batta Holdings Ltd DBA as Taco time is hiring 2 permanent kitchen helpers for its location 4820 Kingsway, Burnaby, B.C V5H 4J2. Duties: Wash, peel, and cut vegetables and fruits. Clean and sanitize kitchen including work surfaces, cupboards, storage areas, appliances, and equipment. Receive, unpack and store supplies in refrigerators, freezers, and cupboards. Sweep and mop floors etc. Basic English required. Experience an asset but not required. Must be willing to work in evenings and weekends. Salary $10.25/hr.

Apply with resume to: rajivtacotime@gmail.com

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

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F/T & P/T positions available. Wages $10.00-$14.00/hr. Please apply in person: Salty’s Fish & Chips Unit # 19 - 800 McBride New Westminster

TRADES, TECHNICAL

EXPERIENCED PARTS PERSON required for a progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses working 5 day work week, plus moving allowances. Our 26,000ft2 store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send resume to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net.

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS ADMINISTRATIVE Services Co-ordinator (Burnaby). Responsible for smooth operation of Italian-Canadian Social Services office. Bachelor degree; Native fluency of the Italian language(reading, speaking, writing); Advanced knowledge of Italian and Canadian pension regulations; working knowledge of Italian and Canadian income tax systems; Advanced understanding of Italian cultural norms and bureaucracy; project management and supervisory skills Must possess high level written and verbal communication skills; advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Salary $42,000/yr For complete position details go to: www.workbc.ca, Job #:112614

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PERSONAL SERVICES 182

. Expert Power Washing. Gutters cleaned & repaired. www.expertpowerwashing. Mike, 604-961-1280 MIKE 604-961-1280

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CONCRETE & PLACING

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HOME REPAIRS

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108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES GET FREE VENDING MACHINES. Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year. All Cash-Retire in Just 3 Years. Protected Territories. Full Details CALL NOW 1-866-668-6629. Website WWW.TCVEND.COM.

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MGI Investment Ltd. dba La Terrazza Restaurant requires F/T Cook $12/hr. Plans meals. Prepares ingredients by following recipes. Meal preparation. Min 1 year of relevant experience req’d. F/T or P/T Servers $10.50/hr. Greet guests and present menus. Take orders and relay to kitchen staff. Serve food and beverages. Present bill to the guests & accept payment. Must be able to communicate in English. Please Contact: Iqbal Email: laterrazzavan@yahoo.ca Fax: 604-899-9179 Location: 1088 Cambie Street, Vancouver BC

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COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

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MOVING & STORAGE

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

PETS

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REAL ESTATE

RENTALS 706

APARTMENT/CONDO

RENTALS 750

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639 REAL ESTATE SERVICES

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