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The election race is starting to heat up as Tej Kainth (pictured) and David Brett throw their hats in the ring. See Page A3

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Viktoriya Ostankova unpacks boxes for her French immersion classes only minutes before the first students entered Qayqayt elementary school for the first time on Monday.

Qayqayt opens its classroom doors Students get look at new digs on hectic first day

Students eager to see their new Gaiptman. “You’re probably seeing school on Merivale Street off Royal more boxes in classrooms than Avenue and Agnes Street gathered you’ve seen before as teachers are Grant Granger ggranger@newwestnewsleader.com on the gravel, all-weather still putting things away. We playing field—the school gym had a great first day. The tone The first day back at school is is still under construction— was fantastic.” usually hectic. Add it happening Monday morning. Then class Friday, the day after the after a bitter teachers strike is by class they were escorted deal was ratified by the settled and the chaos is multiplied. through to their shiny, teachers, was invaluable for Throw in being surrounded by modern classrooms. getting the school set up, GAIPTMAN a construction zone and the “It’s a cool way to do said Gaiptman. challenges increase exponentially. it because you walk in together “Qayqayt was ready, but individual But when Qayqayt elementary and you get the tour. They got classrooms had to be created so opened its doors to students for to see where the office was, that teachers would know the shape the first time Monday it went well, where the washrooms were,” said of the classroom, where each desk considering the circumstances. district superintendent/CEO John would go, each activity station would WE SPECIALIZE IN SELLING NEW WESTMINSTER HOUSES AND CONDOS

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A New Westminster man has been charged with second degree murder in connection with the death of a worker at a Nanaimo Street transition house Sept. 16. Steven Rogers, 25, was arrested last Wednesday and made his first court appearance Friday. He is charged in the death of Jason Collett, 38. Police said the two knew each other, but would not release any other details. New Westminster police were called to the home operated by the Last Door Recovery Society in the 1100-block of Nanaimo about 4:30 p.m. last Tuesday where they found Collett deceased. He was an evening support worker at the home and had been working part-time for Last Door since April 2012. During the day he was a crane operator. On its Facebook page, the society said, “Whether Jason was waving at you from a crane tower over Metrotown, pruning a tree, or working through some written exercises with a client, he was kind, courteous, considerate and diligent.” Police said Rogers did not have a criminal record. His next court date is Oct. 8.

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Pursuant to section 26 of the Community Charter, the Corporation of the City of New Westminster hereby gives notice of its intention to sell to City Point Real Estate Development Company Limited, for a purchase price of $155,033.96, fee simple title to those parcels of land located at 39 and 41 McKenzie Street and legally described as Parcel Identifier: 015657752, Parcel 2 (Bylaw Plan 84300) Lot 17 Block 13 Plan 2620, and Parcel Identifier: 015657833, Parcel 3 (Bylaw Plan 84300) Northerly 25 Feet Lot 17 Block 13 Plan 2620 Having a Frontage of 25 Feet on Mackenzie Street with a Uniform Depth of 65.96 Feet and Adjoining Lot 10. As additional consideration for the disposition, the purchaser will grant the City a statutory right of way for roadworks and underground utilities.

UPCOMING

COUNCIL MEETINGS Monday, September 29, 2014 6:00 pm Public Hearing Council Chamber 6:30 pm Regular Meeting Council Chamber Please note that council meetings are now video streamed online at www.newwestcity.ca.

GLENBROOKE NORTH RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION MEETING Thursday, September 25, 2014 7:00 pm New Westminster Public Library, Plaskett Room The guest speaker this month is Councillor Jonathan X. Cote who will speak on ‘My vision for New Westminster’. A question and answer period will follow. There will also be a discussion on the need for pedestrian controlled crosswalks along Eighth Avenue between Sixth Street and First Street. For more information, please contact Marya McLellan, Secretary at 604-525-3975.

MASSEY VICTORY HEIGHTS RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION MEETING Thursday, September 25, 2014 7:30 pm Mount Zion Lutheran Church (corner of 10th Avenue Cumberland Street) In addition to the usual association business, candidates for mayor, council and school board for this fall’s municipal election will be in attendance to discuss their vision for the City. For more information about the Massey Victory Heights Residents’ Association, please visit www.masseyvictoryheights.com

MOODY PARK RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION MEETING Thursday, September 25 7:00 – 9:00 pm Century House, Spruce Room The meeting will include special guests Erika Mashig, City of New Westminster Parks/Open Space Planner and consultants who will provide an interactive presentation on the Moody Park playground redevelopment . Agenda items also include, the proposed off-lease dog area in Moody Park, OCP process, the high school replacement project, the draft Master Transportation Plan, traffic enforcement, Policing and Traffic Committee reports and other issues of concern to the Moody Park neighbourhood. If you live between 6th Avenue and 10th Avenue, and between 6th Street to 12th Street then you live within the MPRA area and you are encouraged to come to our meeting. Get Involved! Speak up! Make A Difference To Our Neighbourhood! For more information or to be put on the MPRA mail list please contact Christopher Bell, President by email (moodyparkra@gmail.com).

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Wednesday, September 24, 2014 NewsLeader A3

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Tej Kainth, David Brett join the race for council Says city needs more collaborative approach

Executive director of Tourism New Westminster wants to add some ‘Spark’ Mario Bartel

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Tej Kainth boasts about New Westminster’s attractions and character every chance she gets. As the executive director of Tourism New West, that’s part of her job. Now she wants a hand in creating those attractions, enhancing that character. Kainth announced on Saturday she’s seeking a seat on city council in November’s municipal election. A lifelong resident of the city, Kainth said the time is right for her to jump into politics. “I’m running because I love this city and I’m excited about all the opportunities ahead of us,” said Kainth. “There’s this new energy in New West. People are so engaged in the community and I want to put that into action.” Kainth said she wants to build community by sparking conversations and projects

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Tej Kainth makes her living promoting the city’s attractions and unique qualities, including the waterfront. Now she’s hoping to play a role in creating some of those qualities as a candidate for city council.

around family support, smart growth, economic development, transportation planning and youth leadership. “Everyone is watching our city,” said Kainth. “We’re starting to become a destination where people want to live, work and play. Whatever we’re doing, we have to do it in a smart way.” Kainth said she also hopes to get more people involved in steering the city’s future by getting them out to vote.

“Voting is one of the best ways to shape our city,” said Kainth. Kainth graduated from New West secondary school after attending Lord Tweedsmuir and Lord Kelvin elementary schools. She was also the city’s 123rd May Queen in 1993. She’s also played a key role in several initiatives in the city, including the Key to the City program, NEXT New West young entrepreneurs networking group and the NextUP awards.

Queen’s Park Residents Association president David Brett will run for city council in the Nov. 15 civic election. Brett announced his candidacy Monday. NEWSLEADER FILE The “intellectual capital David Brett has been outspoken about concerns expert” has in the past about the increase of truck traffic following year been vocal on the the Port Mann tolling. truck traffic disrupting his business sector, attracting neighbourhood. knowledge-based employers and He also supported a proposal increasing city hall productivity to renovate Queen’s Park Stadium as other key priorities. to accommodate a Vancouver Brett has been QPRA president Whitecaps development team, for four years, and has served on which city council decided against the city’s policing committee, the in the end. Hyack Festival Association and “Solving New Westminster’s a Queen’s Park heritage study major challenges, such as heavy group. truck traffic, is going to take a He and his wife Lorraine solutions-focused approach,” have lived in New West for 20 said Brett in a news release. “A years, raising three boys. He has collaborative, win-win attitude an MBA from Simon Fraser towards our regional partners University and is currently an needs to replace the adversarial advisor for Greenspirit Strategies and antagonistic approach we see Ltd., a Vancouver environmental so often on council.” communications firm. ggranger@newwestnewsleader.com He cited growing the city’s

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The PAC was out in force offering coffee and hot chocolate. She said although there were some snafus it went well given all the logistics, the rain and the construction. “There was a bulldozer working and we were just laughing, this was too funny,” said Trachta. Despite all the work Trachta, an architect, sees a positive to starting school while construction continues. “It’s a great experience with those of us that love buildings,” she said. “It’s pretty cool as a teaching tool.” Trachta anticipates the school district will eventually have to

figure out drop-off schools had their issues zones, but that can wait dealing with the quick a few months until the back to school set up but dust settles. not on the same level. New Westminster “Where it was a Teachers Union very good day for the president Grant students it was an Osborne said Qayqayt exhausting day for teachers had their work support staff, teachers cut out for them. and administrators,” said “They worked Gaiptman. “I saw smiles long and hard on on student faces, and Friday, I’m sure many saw very tired staff but of them were there they seemed to be very MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER over the weekend,” pleased to be back doing Supplies and construction materials were still being moved in said Osborne, who what they do best which and out of the new Qayqayt elementary school on Monday. did a walk through is educating our kids.” with Gaiptman and the project did between Friday and Monday New Westminster secondary foreman from Yellowridge Design was pretty impressive.” was particularly chaotic. Build on Friday. “The work they Other elementary and middle Counsellors, who are NWTU DAILY $ 95

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6:00 PM on Monday, September 29, 2014 In Council Chamber, City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC HERITAGE REVITALIZATION AGREEMENT BYLAW NO. 7720, 2014 AND HERITAGE DESIGNATION BYLAW NO. 7721, 2014 (402 – 408 EIGHTH STREET AND 809 FOURTH AVENUE) PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A Heritage Revitalization Agreement application has been submitted to request the construction of a 6 story market condominium on the properties (to be consolidated) located at 402 – 408 Eighth Street and 809 Fourth Avenue (outlined in bold on the map) in exchange for the exterior restoration of three historic houses and their long term legal protection. A Heritage Designation Bylaw would also be placed on title and apply to the historic houses. WHAT IS THIS HRA APPLICATION ABOUT? The Heritage Revitalization Agreement (HRA) would rezone the property from Single Detached Dwelling District (RS-2) to Single Detached Dwelling District (RS-2)/Heritage Revitalization Agreement to allow a change of use. The HRA would require the restoration and protection of the three historic houses and would outline the timing and the details of the restoration work.

MOODY PARK ADVENTURE PLAY AND SPRAY PARK OPEN HOUSE Tuesday, September 30, 2014 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Century House Arbutus Room, 620 Eighth Street The City is holding a second public open house to present options and receive feedback on a preferred plan for Moody Park playground and spray park located at 630 Eighth Street. The park options being presented were developed from the input provided by the community at the first open house in July 2014. We invite park users, residents, business owners and form anyone who has an interest in the community to attend this open house. Please visit the New Westminster Parks, Culture and Recreation website at: www.newwestpcr.ca to find more information.

NEW WESTMINSTER POETRY WALK The Poetry Walk is a collaboration between the City of New Westminster and the Royal City Literary Arts Society. The project references the themes of the photograph such as love, loss and loyalty with a series of poems displayed on various windows throughout downtown New Westminster. This self-guided tour, will lead you to specific locations downtown, where passages of poems by members of the Royal Literary Art Society have been displayed. The Poetry Walk runs from September 15 until October 19. Enjoy a walk downtown and explore local poetry! For more information and to download the Poetry Walk Map, please visit www.newwestpcr.ca

HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The bylaw and all pertinent material are available for viewing online at www.newwestcity.ca/publicnotices, and also in the Planning Department at City Hall 10 business days prior to the closure of the Public Hearing, September 12, 2014 to September 29, 2014, Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between 8:30am and 4:30pm.

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The kids are back in school. Getting them there, along with their teachers, wasn’t easy. But the BC Teachers’ Federation and the government deserve some credit for finally getting down to brass tacks after too many false starts in the past several months. The agreement will not resolve the court cases over the 2002 contract stripping by the BC Liberal government, which was the underlying issue that kept the two sides far apart. That matter will go to the B.C. Court of Appeal next month, after two B.C. Supreme Court judgments that went against the provincial government. Hopefully, that matter will be settled sooner rather than later. But the glacial pace of court proceedings and the likelihood that the Court of Appeal decision will be appealed to the Supreme Court of Canada, means a final resolution on class size and composition in B.C. schools is likely still years away. From the beginning, this strike was all about the students, and the quality of their education in our public school system, according to both the teachers and government. If that’s truly the case, robbing students of education through strikes and lockouts is something neither the province nor the BCTF should be proud of. In the long term, we need a solution to terminate the seemingly endless labour disputes between the province and the BCTF. Students looking forward to graduating this year, after 12 years in the system, have never known an educational environment free from labour strife. Given how this dispute unfolded, most parents will now look to teachers and the provincial government to live up to prove the integrity of their fight for the quality of their children’s education. – Black Press

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Report card time for local politicians VICTORIA – This November, voters will be hiring local politicians for a four-year term, rather than three. It’s a good time to ask some tough questions about the performance of councils on the job they are assigned to do, as opposed to posturing about senior government matters. Remember when it was fashionable for city councils to declare their communities “a nuclear weapons-free zone”? You can still see the signs entering Vancouver and Nanaimo. Alert voters may wonder: “Did they really think we’re that stupid?” Yes, they did. And some of them still do. To illustrate, allow me to introduce my poster child for bad local government, Victoria city councillor Ben Isitt. A long-time NDP activist, Isitt got elected three years ago after raising his name recognition with a couple of runs for mayor. His rookie term has been notable for a series of stunts that extend his career as a professional student, campus radical and occasional history lecturer.

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One of Isitt’s big studies is the influence of Soviet communism on the B.C. NDP. He was on one of his visits to Russia earlier this year when President Vladimir Putin was having his way with Crimea. Isitt’s fondness for state control was on display last fall when aboriginal protesters disrupted natural gas drilling in New Brunswick, torching several police vehicles in the process. Isitt took to his Facebook page to decry the federal government’s use of police against the population, and suggested Canada should emulate Venezuela, where petroleum resources benefit the people rather than corporations. Venezuela sells gasoline for nine cents a gallon, the late Hugo Chavez’s gift to his people after nationalizing the oil industry.

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fair game during elections Re: Check candidates health (Letters, NewsLeader, Sept. 19) I am amazed! This letter has so many flaws it is nearly unbelievable. It is such a thinly veiled attempt to discredit certain members of our current council and possible contenders that it borders on laughable. First of all, by law it is generally speaking unacceptable for even employers to ask a person’s age or health status when interviewing in the hiring process. It is considered discriminatory. A person’s age and health are private issues and should be left that way. According to Gavin Palmer all voters should ask each candidate these two questions before deciding whether they think a candidate will be able to last for a four-year term on council. What does he think should be done with the usual 15 to 20 candidates? Line them up in Anvil Centre so the masses can come and check each and every one to make a determination if they are suitable to stand for election? Or perhaps waste the time during all candidates meetings. Given his logic (or lack of) we should also check and see if they drive too fast, cross streets, take flights, eat fatty foods or any number of activities that could possibly affect their ability to complete their terms. I certainly hope Mr. Palmer does not seek a seat on council again this year, as I will be the first to ask about his health, especially his mental health—which according to his letter would be fair game. Vance McFadyen New Westminster

pastures and we will lose a good man with a vision for New Westminster. Let’s give Mr. Coté and his vision for New Westminster a chance. Mike Hoyer New Westminster

IT NEVER SHOULD HAVE COME TO THIS I’m proud of the many New Westminster citizens who stood up to city council and helped prevent destruction of Queen’s Park and the valuable park facilities, which includes a baseball stadium, heritage grandstand, and playing field. Together we signed petitions, attended council meetings, made passionate and strong presentations to council, sent letters, marched in a rally, posted on social media—and accomplished something near impossible: we made city council listen to the people! Queen’s Park is safe for now from bulldozers and chainsaws,

at least for the next two months until upcoming local elections. Make no mistake. City council changed their minds only after realizing they faced a massive election loss if they approved this proposal against the “will of the people.” Many council members wanted to approve this proposal. Otherwise why would they allow it to proceed all the way to final vote, causing lots of stress, frustration and division in the community? Council should have declined this proposal before signing the Memorandum of Understanding because, for example, this proposal clearly violates the Queen’s Park Master Plan. The same council members, if given a chance, wouldn’t hesitate to bring the same proposal, or something similar, forward again after getting re-elected. Vladimir Kras New Westminster

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6:00 PM on Monday, September 29, 2014 In Council Chamber, City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7688, 2014 (SECURED MARKET RENTAL HOUSING) PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Secured Market Rental Housing Policy is intended to identify incentives to encourage the development of secured market rental housing projects by the private sector. The objective is to increase the supply of market rental housing and ensure security of tenure over time. Bylaw 7688, 2014 is intended to implement incentives from the Secured Market Rental Housing Policy into the Zoning Bylaw. WHAT IS ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW 7688, 2014 ABOUT? This bylaw would implement incentives to encourage the development of secured market rental housing. The incentives offered through this bylaw for secured market rental units include reductions of required off-street parking for units within 400 metres of a Frequent Transit Network and an exemption from Density Bonus amenity payments. HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The bylaw and all pertinent material are available for viewing online at www.newwestcity.ca/publicnotices, and also in the Planning Department at City Hall 10 business days prior to the closure of the Public Hearing, September 12, 2014 to September 29, 2014 Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between 8:30am and 4:30pm. HOW CAN I BE HEARD? The public is welcome to attend the Public Hearing on September 29, 2014 at 6:00pm or send a written submission addressed to Mayor and Council prior to the closing of the public hearing.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: An application has been initiated by the City to rezone the site at 660 Quayside Drive in order to establish a Comprehensive Development District Master Plan to guide future development of the site (outlined in bold in map). WHAT IS REZONING 00102 ABOUT? A Master Development Plan has been created for this site that provides for a more compatible built form than is currently permitted. The concept includes greater open space and views of the Fraser River at a scale that is sympathetic with the neighbouring Westminster Pier Park. The Master Plan includes a mix of commercial and multi-unit residential development in three towers, possible hotel use, an extension of the esplanade and a two acre addition to Westminster Pier Park. HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The bylaw and all pertinent material are available for viewing online at www.newwestcity.ca/publicnotices, and also in the Planning Department at City Hall 10 business days prior to the Public Hearing, September 12, 2014 to September 29, 2014, Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between 8:30am and 4:30pm. HOW CAN I BE HEARD? The public is welcome to attend the Public Hearing on September 29, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. or send a written submission addressed to Mayor and Council prior to the closing of the hearing.

Attend: City Hall Council Chamber 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca

Attend: City Hall Council Chamber 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca

Post: Legislative Services Department 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Questions? Phone: 604-527-4523

Post: Legislative Services Department 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Questions? Phone: 604-527-4523

Jan Gibson Acting Corporate Officer

511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, B.C. V3L 1H9 | Ph. 604.521.3711 | Fx. 604.521.3895 | www.newwestcity.ca

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PHASED DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT AUTHORIZATION BYLAW NO. 7687, 2014 FOR 660 QUAYSIDE DRIVE

6:00 PM on Monday, September 29, 2014 In Council Chamber, City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7689, 2014 (DOWNTOWN PARKING REQUIREMENTS) PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The Downtown Parking Strategy was approved by Council on December 2, 2013. One of the recommendations in the report was “right sizing” the parking requirements in Downtown New Westminster, reflecting a trend in reduced car ownership, particularly near SkyTrain Stations. This zoning amendment bylaw would implement the recommendations which relate to on-site parking. WHAT IS ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW 7689, 2014 ABOUT? This bylaw would implement the section of the Downtown Parking Strategy related to on-site parking requirements. Key elements of the recommended zoning requirements include: • A moderate reduction in strata-titled residential parking requirements that reflect car ownership rates in the area; • A lower, uniform parking requirement for all commercial properties that more accurately reflects current and projected future usage levels; and • The inclusion of trip reduction initiatives in the bylaw, which allow for reductions in parking requirements. HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The bylaw and all pertinent material are available for viewing online at www.newwestcity.ca/publicnotices, and also in the Planning Department at City Hall 10 business days prior to the closure of the Public Hearing, September 12, 2014 to September 29, 2014 Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between 8:30am and 4:30pm. HOW CAN I BE HEARD? The public is welcome to attend the Public Hearing on Monday, September 29, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. or send a written submission addressed to Mayor and Council prior to the closing of the public hearing.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A Phased Development Agreement has been initiated by the City and No 143 Cathedral Ventures Ltd in order to secure the zoning of the site at 660 Quayside Drive (outlined in bold in map) and provide a mechanism for the transfer of land to the City for park purposes. The Phased Development Agreement is part of the rezoning application for this site and the related provision of significant amenities, including the transfer of land for park purposes and servicing. The rezoning application proposes a mixed-use development with three high rise towers, greater open space, including a new park site of approximately 2 acres, all parking to be provided underground, an extended waterfront esplanade, child care and provision for a 100 to 200 room hotel. WHAT IS BYLAW 7687, 2014 ABOUT? The Phased Development Agreement secures the transfer of land for park purposes through an Option to Purchase, as well as the zoning in the Comprehensive Development District proposed for this site (Rezoning 00101) for a period of 20 years. HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The bylaw and all pertinent material are available for viewing online at www.newwestcity.ca/publicnotices, and also in the Planning Department at City Hall 10 business days prior to the Public Hearing, September 12, 2014 to September 29, 2014, Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between 8:30am and 4:30pm. HOW CAN I BE HEARD? The public is welcome to attend the Public Hearing on September 29, 2014 at 6:00 p.m., or send a written submission addressed to Mayor and Council prior to the closing of the hearing.

Attend: City Hall Council Chamber 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca

Attend: City Hall Council Chamber 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca

Post: Legislative Services Department 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Questions? Phone: 604-527-4523

Post: Legislative Services Department 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Questions? Phone: 604-527-4523

Jan Gibson Acting Corporate Officer

511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, B.C. V3L 1H9 | Ph. 604.521.3711 | Fx. 604.521.3895 | www.newwestcity.ca

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REVISED 6:00 PM on Monday, September 29, 2014 In Council Chamber, City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7719, 2014 (1026 CORNWALL STREET) PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A proposal has been submitted to rezone 1026 Cornwall Street (outlined in bold on the map) so that it can be subdivided into two equal sized properties and a new house built on each lot. Both houses would contain a secondary suite.

WHAT IS ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7719, 2014 ABOUT? A rezoning is required to enable the existing lot to be subdivided into two lots. The existing Single Detached Dwelling Districts (RS-2) zoning requires a minimum lot size of 6,000 sq. ft./557 sq. m. while the proposal is to create two lots that are 4,356 sq. ft./405 sq. m. each. The proposed Single Detached Dwelling Districts (Small Lots) (RS-5) zoning has a minimum allowable lot size of 4,000 sq. ft./372 sq. m. HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The bylaw and all pertinent material are available for viewing online at www.newwestcity.ca/publicnotices, and also in the Planning Department at City Hall 10 business days prior to the Public Hearing, September 15 to September 29, 2014, Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between 8:30am and 4:30pm. HOW CAN I BE HEARD? The public is welcome to attend the Public Hearing on Monday, September 29, 2014 at 6:00pm, or send a written submission addressed to Mayor and Council prior to the closing of the Public Hearing.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A proposal has been submitted to consolidate the properties at 1016, 1020 and 1022 Fourth Avenue, (outlined in bold on map) and rezone the property to allow subdivision into five lots and allow a duplex on each of the five new lots for a total of ten units. WHAT IS ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7718, 2014 ABOUT? The rezoning bylaw would establish the new Comprehensive Development Districts Brow Mews (CD-47) zoning schedule and rezone the property to the new zone. The bylaw allows subdivision of the property into five lots. The lots would have a minimum size of 3,895 square feet (362.04 square metres). The bylaw would allow a duplex dwelling on each lot. Each duplex dwelling would have a total of 3950 square feet (367.15 square metres) of floor space, with each unit 1975 square feet (185.57 square metres). Each unit would have a 350 square foot (32.53 square metre) private yard, a 50 square foot (4.65 square metre) front porch, and a private one car garage. All of the units have three bedrooms on the second floor and a fourth bedroom at the basement level. HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The bylaw and all pertinent material are available for viewing online at www.newwestcity.ca/publicnotices, and also in the Planning Department at City Hall 10 business days prior to the Public Hearing, September 12, 2014 to September 29, 2014, Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between 8:30am and 4:30pm. HOW CAN I BE HEARD? The public is welcome to attend the Public Hearing on Monday September 29, 2014 at 6:00pm, or send a written submission addressed to Mayor and Council prior to the closing of the Public Hearing.

Attend: City Hall Council Chamber 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca

Attend: City Hall Council Chamber 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca

Post: Legislative Services Department 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Questions? Phone: 604-527-4523

Post: Legislative Services Department 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

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6:00 PM on Monday, September 29, 2014 In Council Chamber, City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC HERITAGE REVITALIZATION AGREEMENT BYLAW NO. 7705, 2014 AND HERITAGE DESIGNATION BYLAW NO. 7706, 2014 (508 AGNES STREET) PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A Heritage Revitalization Agreement application has been submitted to allow the construction of a 19 story purpose built rental building at 508 Agnes Street (outlined in bold on the map) in exchange for the exterior restoration of the front of the Masonic Hall, re-use of historic interior elements and long term legal protection. A Heritage Designation Bylaw would also be placed on title of the historic façade. The 151 rental units would be secured with a Housing Agreement.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A proposal has been submitted to rezone 1110 Ewen Avenue and 240 Jardine Street to allow a 34 unit townhouse development and a wider range of commercial uses in the existing hotel and redevelopment potential for the future.

WHAT IS THIS HRA APPLICATION ABOUT? The Heritage Revitalization Agreement (HRA) would rezone the property from Central Business District (C-4) to Central Business District (C-4)/Heritage Revitalization Agreement in order to allow an increase in residential density and building height, relaxations for building width, site coverage, percentage of compact car parking spaces and the number of institutional long-term bicycle parking spaces. The HRA would require the restoration and protection of the façade and would outline the timing and the details of the restoration work.

WHAT IS ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7717, 2014 ABOUT? The rezoning bylaw would rezone the southern portion of the 1110 Ewen site and all of 240 Jardine Street to allow a 34 unit townhouse development. The rezoning bylaw would also establish the new Comprehensive Development Districts (1110 Ewen Avenue) (CD-58) zoning schedule and rezone the remainder of the Queens Hotel site to the new zone. The new zone would allow the retention of the Hotel, and an expansion of the range of commercial uses allowed on the site and redevelopment potential for the future.

HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The bylaw and all pertinent material are available for viewing online at www.newwestcity.ca/publicnotices, and also in the Planning Department at City Hall 10 business days prior to the Public Hearing, September 12, 2014 to September 29, 2014, Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between 8:30am and 4:30pm.

HOW CAN I BE HEARD? The public is welcome to attend the Public Hearing on September 29, 2014 at 6:00pm, or send a written submission addressed to Mayor and Council prior to the closing of the Public Hearing.

Attend: City Hall Council Chamber 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca

Attend: City Hall Council Chamber 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca

Post: Legislative Services Department 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Questions? Phone: 604-527-4523

Post: Legislative Services Department 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Questions? Phone: 604-527-4523

Jan Gibson Acting Corporate Officer

511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, B.C. V3L 1H9 | Ph. 604.521.3711 | Fx. 604.521.3895 | www.newwestcity.ca

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6:00 PM on Monday, September 29, 2014 In Council Chamber, City Hall, 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC REZONING REZ00101 / BYLAW NO. 7722, 2014 1000 QUAYSIDE DRIVE PROJECT DESCRIPTION: An application has been received to rezone the site at 1000 Quayside Drive to permit a mixed use commercial / multiple unit residential development which includes two residential towers on a podium.

WHAT IS REZONING 00101 ABOUT? The site is proposed to be rezoned to a Comprehensive Development District zoning in order to permit the construction of two residential towers of 23 and 28 stories on a four storey podium and two levels of underground parking. The development would include approximately 526 residential units, 10,000 sq. ft. of commercial space and a breezeway, elevator and staircase connecting the waterfront to McInnes Overpass. HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The bylaw and all pertinent material are available for viewing online at www.newwestcity.ca/publicnotices, and also in the Planning Department at City Hall 10 business days prior to the Public Hearing, September 12, 2014 to September 29, 2014, Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between 8:30am and 4:30pm. HOW CAN I BE HEARD? The public is welcome to attend the Public Hearing on September 29, 2014 at 6:00 p.m., or send a written submission addressed to Mayor and Council prior to the closing of the hearing.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION: A proposal has been submitted to rezone 620 Salter Street and the adjacent 33 feet of undeveloped right of way of Boyne Street to allow a 54 unit townhouse development. WHAT IS ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 7723, 2014 ABOUT? The rezoning bylaw would allow construction of 54 three-bedroom townhouses. The proposed density is 24 units per acre (59.3 units per hectare), with a floor space ratio of 0.81 and a site coverage of 39.5%. The buildings have a height of 31.95 feet (9.73 metres). The average unit size is 1,327 square feet (123.3 square metres). HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The bylaw and all pertinent material are available for viewing online at www.newwestcity.ca/publicnotices, and also in the Planning Department at City Hall 10 business days prior to the Public Hearing, September 12, 2014 to September 29, 2014, Monday through Friday (except statutory holidays) between 8:30am and 4:30pm. HOW CAN I BE HEARD? The public is welcome to attend the Public Hearing on September 29, 2014 at 6:00 pm, or send a written submission addressed to Mayor and Council prior to the closing of the Public Hearing.

Attend: City Hall Council Chamber 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca

Attend: City Hall Council Chamber 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Email: clerks@newwestcity.ca

Post: Legislative Services Department 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Questions? Phone: 604-527-4523

Post: Legislative Services Department 511 Royal Avenue New Westminster BC V3L 1H9

Questions? Phone: 604-527-4523

Jan Gibson Acting Corporate Officer

511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, B.C. V3L 1H9 | Ph. 604.521.3711 | Fx. 604.521.3895 | www.newwestcity.ca

Wednesday, September 24, 2014 NewsLeader A13

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The New Westminster Hyacks won their opening conference match-up decisively at Mercer Stadium Friday night. The Hyacks hammered the West Vancouver Highlanders 54-8 in a B.C. high school football AAA Western Conference battle billed as New West’s homecoming game. Although the Hyacks have a 3-1 record overall, their lone loss coming in Texas in August, this was the first game to count in the standings. New West jumped out to a 20-0 lead after five minutes and were up 34-0 by the time the 12-minute first quarter ended. It started with receiver Matt Seymour going on a long run that set up a four-yard touchdown by Jordan Guzman. Then West Van fumbled twice deep in their own end which the Hyacks quickly turned into touchdowns, the first a one-yard run by Guzman and the second from fouryards out by Adrian Cagampan. Seymour then caught a 53-yard TD toss from quarterback Jamie Shiho, who a few minutes later scored on a 54-yard run. Julian Ramirez’s six-yard run made it 41-0 at half time. In the second half, Cagampan scored

New Westminster’s Justin Morneau has a shot at winning his first batting title. The Colorado Rockies first baseman headed into the final week of the Major League Baseball season in a virtual tie with Pittsburgh Pirate Josh Harrison for the National League lead in batting average. With 155 hits in 487 at bats, Morneau had a .3183 average while Harrison was 156-for-490 giving him an average of .3184. Morneau, 33, is seeking his first batting title, although he’s had better averages in the past. In 2006,

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1. In your budgeting and policy development process, how important do you think it is to have measures that increase employment in New Westminster? Would you see that as more or less important than actions regarding livability, leisure and entertainment? 2. What changes would you propose in order to attract more businesses to City of New Westminster and make the environment more “business friendly?” 3. What would your relationship be with the Chamber of Commerce and how would you see us working together to get the input – and meet the needs – of our members? 4. To date, the City of New Westminster has not been that effective working with others on regional transportation issues. What would you do to change that? 5. Currently, industrial property taxes make up a significant portion of the City’s annual budget, yet many industrial areas are neglected when it comes to basic services like transportation and public safety. What would you do to change that?

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If anything, the rain at last year’s RiverFest made for more drama during the Lucille Johnstone Workboat Parade. The popular parade returns to RiverFest again this year, at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27 on the New West waterfront.

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During RiverFest don’t miss the always popular paddlewheeler tours setting sail on the Fraser River every hour from noon to 5 p.m. Join us aboard the MV Native, a replica paddlewheeler like those used to move cargo and people at the turn of the 19th century. Purchase tickets at the Fraser River Discovery Centre before the event or onsite during RiverFest with proceeds benefitting the Fraser Alumni Association to support leadership and maritime education programs for youth. Port Metro Vancouver is Canada’s largest and most diversified port, handling $184 billion worth of cargo each

year and generating 57,000 jobs in the Lower Mainland. Our business is not just to help facilitate the movement of goods; it’s to do it in a good way—providing for safety and environmental protection and working with our neighbours. We identify areas of importance with our neighbours and work together to build strong relationships to share the benefits of trade and our quality of life.

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RiverFest

BC and World Rivers Day started right here in B.C. Every year on the last Sunday in September, millions of people come together at hundreds of events across the country to celebrate river systems and promote water stewardship. Rivers Day has been endorsed by the United Nations and is a truly international celebration, but it has a special connection to British Columbia; Rivers Day began right here in our province. Before Rivers Day became the worldwide occasion that it is now, it started out as a simple shoreline clean-up initiated by Mark Angelo. He gathered 40 of his friends and they floated down the Thompson River together on five rafts, fishing out any debris they came across along the way. The result was a massive pile of garbage that even included a few cars, and Mark realized that it would take more than a single day’s work to keep the Thompson healthy, safe, and clean. BC Rivers Day was born out

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To encourage an understanding of the value of a healthy and productive river, conservation, environment, and river related organizations will be providing engaging interactive displays and activities.

Creative Family Fun (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.) RiverFest will host a variety of age-appropriate games and craft stations to provide entertaining, interactive fun the whole family will enjoy. Paint a fish with Stream of Dreams, Build a Boat with

Vancouver Maritime Museum, participate in a Scavenger Hunt, or visit the Samson V—just a few of the fun things to do.

Play, Explore, Discover inside the Discovery Centre (11 a.m. to 5 p.m.) Visitors of all ages are invited to come PLAY at several engaging, hands-on exhibits; EXPLORE the centre’s newest exhibit, Experience the Fraser, a fun, interactive, mini riverine trail system; and DISCOVER Prince George, through images from this year’s *Click* photos of the Fraser.

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2nd Annual Salmon Chowder Cook-Off— sponsored by River Market (Noon to 1 p.m.) Things are heating up! Join us on Donald’s Market Patio for RiverFest’s 2nd Annual Salmon Chowder Cookoff. Teams from New Westminster establishments will serve their tastiest chowder for the shiny first place trophy and bragging rights for the year! You be the judge – Taste Testing and People’s Choice Voting begins at noon. For a minimum donation of $5 you can taste and cast your vote.

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RiverFest

Enjoy a trip on a Paddlewheeler Fraser River Tours—sponsored

film that will be shown throughout the day. 11:15 a.m. – Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup, presented by New Westminster Environmental Partners with guest speaker Mark Angelo 2:15 p.m. – Three Myths about New Westminster and the Fraser River, presented by Dr. Peter Hall, Associate Professor of Urban Studies at SFU.

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Don’t miss the always popular paddlewheeler tours setting sail every hour from Noon to 4 p.m. Explore the river aboard the MV Native, a replica paddlewheeler used to move cargo and people at the turn of the 19th century. The tour will be CouRtesy PaddlewheeleR RiveRboat touRs How to Get Here narrated by the Port Metro A trip on the MV Native paddlewheeler is a great way to see the Fraser River from a new perspective. and Where Vancouver’s Community to Park Lucille Johnstone Work Boat Parade is a Relations team and huge crowd pleaser and the highlight of local historian Archie Miller from A RiverFest patrons are encouraged to RiverFest. Vessels that work the Fraser Sense of History Research Services. take public transit, walk, or bike to the will demonstrate their amazing agility Paddlewheeler tickets are $10 for adults, event. The Westminster Quay Boardwalk and strength as they dance across the $5 for children (3 – 12) and free for is just a quick 5-minute walk from the waters of the Fraser. toddlers (2 and under). Family packs of New Westminster SkyTrain station. four tickets are being sold for $25. Presentations in the Need to drive? All day Saturday there Lucille Johnstone Discovery Centre will be FREE parking in the City’s multiWorkboat Parade— Canyon Theatre level parkade, accessible off Columbia at sponsored by Ledcor Marine Sixth and Fourth streets. (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) Alternatively, the Rotary Club will Corp. (1 p.m.) Want to learn more about the be collecting donations for parking in Everyone loves a parade! But this Fraser River? Join us for one of these the Inn at the Quay/River Market west isn’t your ordinary parade! The Annual informative presentations, or a short parking lot.

EVENTS ANNUAL SALMON CHOWDER COOKOFF Join us during River Fest as 5 local restaurants compete for the Chowder Champion trophy. $4 donation. Saturday, September 27 (11am - 1pm)

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The music of the Wild Romantics share their stories of love, life, loss and learning by taking their own experiences and creating stories that audiences relate to personally and can take home with them. They take the stage at noon on Saturday.

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a Toast to the Twenties Forty student volunteers will welcome guests to A Class Act fundraiser where wine, beer, cocktails and chocolate samplings await. Highlights include a live jazz band, live and silent auctions, the Tri-City Mayors’ debut as auctioneers, a demonstration by the Arthur Murray Dance Studio, and a beautifully restored 1927 Chevrolet Touring Car. Tickets: $75 at http://bit.ly/1thNlZN or 604 777 6176

Kellie started talking to her puppets at the age of 8 and when they started talking back, she knew she had a show! A dynamic entertainer in theatre, clowning, singing and dance, Kellie & Co. leaves audiences wondering just who is pulling the strings. During this interactive and hilarious show, Kellie, Kamilla the frog and Magrau the bird celebrate diversity in people and in nature! Kellie & Co. bring the magic of ventriloquism to everyone they meet. Be prepared for some belly laughs.

The Wild Romantics (noon)

Evan Miller and Aleisha Kalina walked the same smalltown high school halls long before they ever started making music together. Although they missed each other on the graduation stage by four years, fate couldn’t keep The Wild Romantics apart. Armed with just two voices, guitar and sparse percussion, their music has drawn comparisons to the haunting, intimate folk of The Civil Wars to energetic, foot stomping,

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southern driven rock n’ roll in the spirit of Shovels and Rope and Johnny Cash. The Wild Romantics put immense value on being able to share their stories of love, life, loss and learning by taking their own experiences and creating stories that audiences relate to personally and can take home with them. Although the band only formed in 2013, they have already stunned audiences into silence with their vulnerable and passionate performances. This year alone they’ve shared the stage with bands like Wake Owl, The Lion The Bear The Fox, and Luca Fogale. With the release of their full-bodied, Cory Woodward (The Lion The Bear The Fox) produced EP, 2014 looks to be the year The Wild Romantics move into the big leagues of the Canadian music industry. This time, though, they’ll be graduating together.

David Newberry (2 p.m.)

David Newberry is a songwriter/performer whose music provides insight into the remarkably complex world we live in. Never sacrificing

hopefulness for truth (or beauty for despair), he coaxes the listener into a conversation about life, art, and the magic of survival in challenging times. Earning a reputation for captivating live performances ripe with creative storytelling, and armed with a sharp eye for detail and an ear for pushing the boundaries of what roots music “sounds like,” his brand new EP “Desire Lines” is capitalizing on the momentum and strength of his previous releases and positioning him for a big year. Juno winner David Francey calls him “absolutely brilliant...” and EXCLAIM! Magazine says he is as “an artist to watch,” and “evidence that Canadian roots music is in good hands.” His 2012 album “No One Will Remember You,” (Northern Electric) produced by Adam Iredale-Gray of Fiddlehead Studios (featuring significant contributions from members of the Deep Dark Woods and others) proved that Newberry is able to flawlessly combine his deep connection to timeless roots music with his well-worn understanding of the modern sonic palette. Please see nExt pagE

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RiverFest Join us for the 23rd Annual Fraser River Hall of Fame Gala Reception Honouring

The Tourist Company (3 p.m.)

It’s been less than a year since the release of their debut album Brother, Wake Up, but that hasn’t even crossed the mind of Vancouver progressive folk band The Tourist Company. The group embarked on their first tour in the fall of 2013, with the original trio of Taylor Swindells (vocals/guitar/ trumpet), Jillian Levey (vocals/ percussion/glockenspiel/keys), The Tourist Company’s music boasts infectious harmonies, intricate slower and Brenon Parry (drums/ melodies and clap-along beats. percussion) expanding with the addition of a new member: experiencing one of his shows Armed with a new member Guatemalan-born, and Mexico/ and a new EP, The Tourist for yourself. Greg has been Oregon-raised bassist and Company are eager to introduce consistently filling up small multi-instrumentalist Josué 150–200-seat theatres. The themselves to you. Whether it Quezada. With their new band he has built around him be through your stereo, your ensemble complete, the band is made up of professionally headphones, on-stage, or faceleft audiences across Western trained musicians with degrees to-face, expect to be meeting Canada stunned at this fully in music theory—these four them soon. developed, confident band that core members of the group are boasted infectious harmonies, incredibly important to Greg’s Greg Drummond’s intricate slower melodies, and ongoing story as a professional beginnings as a songwriter clap-along beats. musician. The knowledge are not with the grandeur that Harmonies swell, drums roll they have of their instruments many musicians and surprise you at provides additional insight claim to have every turn, and the to Greg’s songwriting and started with—they tunes are varied, yet lends to creating a full-bodied are humble and catchy. Part of the and deeply comprehensive they are honest. band’s exploration soundscape. Growing terrified with new sounds is Following an impromptu with the concept thanks to the EP’s submission to 104.3 The Shore of his monotonous producer, respected FM’s BEST of BC Contest, corporate lifestyle, singer-songwriter Greg and his band yielded he saved up enough Jordan Klassen, the top prize of $10,000 money to live off who brought his and solid radio play. Within of for a year and whimsical sonic the next couple months, the Greg Drummond quit his sales job to qualities to the table same song landed a spot on pursue his passion—a career in to complement Taylor’s strong multiple shortlists, including music. It was not the perceived songwriting foundations. The the nationally recognized CBC glamour of a rock-star’s life that Searchlight Contest. In May EP also gave Jillian the chance called him to the profession; to fully embrace her role as of 2013, Greg and his band it was the struggle to earn his a vocalist with “One Giant were selected to be part of the living through his art form. Leap”; a playful tune that will Top 20 bands to participate The best way to truly undoubtedly be stuck in your in 102.7 The Peak FM’s Peak NFW_Ad_2014_BW.pdf 1 9/8/2014 4:37:10 PM understand his sound is by head after one listen. Performance Project.

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Court challenge aims to block new coal terminal Groups claim port was biased, ignored climate change Jeff Nagel Black Press

Opponents of a new coal export terminal on the Fraser River are going to Federal Court to challenge its approval by Port Metro Vancouver. Lawyers for Ecojustice, on behalf of other groups and activists, argue the port authority was wrong to decide the project would have no significant adverse effect on the environment. The port didn’t take into account the end use impact on climate change. The notice of application for the lawsuit argues the burning in Asia of the four million tonnes of U.S. thermal coal that the project will ship each year will be equivalent to one per cent of Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions. It also alleges port officials were unfair and biased in handling concerns about environmental and health impacts, in part because they collaborated closely with Fraser Surrey Docks on public messaging and monitoring opposition. The claim also alleges port executives will personally benefit from giving the green light because their compensation is tied to the port’s revenue. The case has been filed on behalf of Voters Taking Action on Climate Change, the group Communities and Coal, its founder Paula Williams and Surrey resident Christine Dujmovich, who lives adjacent to Fraser Surrey Docks. The project will see an extra train a day of thermal coal from the U.S. roll through White Rock to Fraser Surrey Docks. From there it will be barged to Texada Island for reloading to larger ships. “Local communities will be burdened with the immediate health risks of increased coal transport and then saddled with the impacts

of climate change, which are already appearing,” Williams said. “We’re getting hit with a double whammy so that coal companies and the port can make a quick buck.” The port authority did not respond to requests for comment. Another court clash is coming in B.C. Supreme

Court, where Fraser Surrey Docks is challenging Metro Vancouver’s authority over air quality on federal port lands. It has said it will also seek an air emissions permit from the regional district on a voluntary basis, but expects project construction to begin before Metro staff can assess the application.

The $15-million coal facility is to be operational in the fall of 2015. Kathryn Harrison of Voters Taking Acttion on Climate Change, Ecojustice staff lawyer Karen Campbell and Communities and Coal co-founder Paula Williams are challenging the approval of the Fraser Surrey Docks coal terminal in Federal Court. CoNtriButed Photo

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INDEX IN BRIEF

TRAVEL

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...............1-8 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...9-57 TRAVEL.............................................61-76 CHILDREN ........................................80-98 EMPLOYMENT .............................102-198 BUSINESS SERVICES...................203-387

PETS & LIVESTOCK ......................453-483

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE...........503-587 REAL ESTATE ...............................603-696 RENTALS ......................................703-757

TRAVEL

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AUTOMOTIVE

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

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108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

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EDUCATION

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS 6

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CARRIERS NEEDED YOUTH & ADULTS 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

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HELP WANTED

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VACATION

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TRAVEL

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

EDUCATION

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AUTOMOTIVE ..............................804-862

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LEADER

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Wednesday, September 24, 2014 NewsLeader A27 EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160

TRADES, TECHNICAL

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160

TRADES, TECHNICAL

PERSONAL SERVICES 182

FINANCIAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 287

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VOLUNTEERS

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 356

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Quality work - reasonable price

Martin......778-355-5840

518

Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1800-573-2928

BUILDING SUPPLIES

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STEEL BUILDINGS...GIFT-CARD GIVE-AWAY!” 20x22 $4,358. 25x24 $4,895. 30x30 $6,446. 32x32 $7,599. 40x46 $12,662. 47x72 $18,498. One End wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

Carpentry Services Remove & replace concrete sidewalks, driveways, retaining walls, drainage.

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

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DUPLEXES/4PLEXES

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750

SUITES, LOWER

Maple Ridge 2 bdrm main flr f/p h/w flrs, hot tub, pool $1200 incl utils. OPEN HOUSE Sunday 2-4pm. 23743 115 A Ave. 604-467-1118 NEW WEST 2 bdrm grnd lvl suite in newer home. Ns/np, avail Oct 1st. $850 incl utils/laund. 778-998-8967

752

TOWNHOUSES

PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1108/mo - $1211/mo. Shares req’d. Close to WCE, schools & shopping. No subsidy available. 19225 119th Ave. For more info & to book an appt. call 604-465-1938

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

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EXTRA

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LANDSCAPING

GREENWORX Redevelopment Inc. Hedges, Pavers, Ponds & Walls. Returfing, Demos, Drainage, Concrete cutting, Jack hammering, old swimming pools filled in & decks. 604-782-4322

MOVING & STORAGE

RENTALS

AUCTIONS

PLYWOOD, 15 1/2” x 48”.......$1.25 2 x 4’s - 24”....................$0.25/each Bring Truck ~ 604-522-0290 Brads Junk Removal.com. Same Day Service. Affordable Rates! 604.220.JUNK (5865)

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CARPENTRY PAINTING DRYWALL TILES

300

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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(778)997-5757 372

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188

LEGAL SERVICES

New West. SW 2Bd apt,new kitch bath, hrdwood. Near NWSS, bus, skytrain. $202K. 778-863-5569.

ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

627

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374

TREE SERVICES

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

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 242

341

CONCRETE & PLACING

PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

PETS

BURNABY ROUTE#

QTY BOUNDARIES

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477

PETS

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CARRIERS NEEDED FOR UPCOMING ROUTES IN

APARTMENT/CONDO

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706

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

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RENTALS

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CARS - DOMESTIC

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329 PAINTING & DECORATING

HELP WANTED

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353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899 Low Cost. Same Day. Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE DRAIN Tiles, Sewer, Water Video Inspection, Jack Hammering, Hand Excavating Call Tobias 604.782.4322

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

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AMERICAN BULLDOG PUPS Born August 14th, 2 M, 3 F $1500. (604)230-1999 Maple Ridge

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

BLUE GOTTI PIT BULLS: 6/wks old 1 male & 1 female -litter of 7 - 2 left. $500. Call (604)701-2920

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

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION

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In the Matter of Part 3.1 (Administrative Forfeiture) of the Civil Forfeiture Act [SBC 2005, C. 29] the CFA NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT: On July 5, 2014, at East 47th Avenue and Kirkland Street, Vancouver, B.C., Peace Officer(s) of the Burnaby RCMP seized, at the time indicated, the subject property, described as: a 1998 Mercedes Benz C230, BCLP: 327XVX, VIN: WDBHA23GXWF738171, $965 CAD, an LG cell phone and a Blackberry cell phone, all between 19:23 and 20:10 Hours. The subject property was seized because there was evidence that the subject property had been used in/ obtained by the commission of an offence (or offences) under section 5(2) (Possession for purpose of trafficking) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act of Canada (CDSA) and was therefore offencerelated property pursuant to section 11 (Search, seizure and detention) of the CDSA. Notice is hereby given that the subject property, CFO file Number: 2014-2346, is subject to forfeiture

under Part 3.1 of the CFA and will be forfeited to the Government for disposal by the Director of Civil Forfeiture unless a notice of dispute is filed with the Director within the time period set out in this notice. A notice of dispute may be filed by a person who claims to have an interest in all or part of the subject property. The notice of dispute must be filed within 60 days of the date upon which this notice is first published. You may obtain the form of a notice of dispute, which must meet the requirements of Section 14.07 of the CFA, from the Director’s website, accessible online at www. pssg.gov.bc.ca/civilforfeiture. The notice must be in writing, signed in the presence of a lawyer or notary public, and mailed to the Civil Forfeiture Office, PO Box 9234 Station Provincial Government, Victoria, B.C. V8W 9J1.

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