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Bob McHugh drives the Chuckanut, where scenic splendour is a constant distraction. See Page A9

Council approves Quayside project Developer made many changes following public feedback Grant Granger

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Mayoral candidate Jonathan Coté makes his introductory statement at Tuesday’s mayoral forum while the other candidates, incumbent Wayne Wright, Vladimir Krasnagor and James Crosty, listen.

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The top two contenders were on the defensive, one about the past and the other the future, during a mayoral election forum Tuesday night. Before a packed Inn at the Quay conference room, Wayne Wright, seeking his fifth term as mayor, defended the city’s performance during the past 12 years. “The changes [in New Westminster] you have seen have been progressive, and the changes in me, I’m more knowledgable, more

experienced and have leadership,” past 10 years, this election is about said a feisty Wright at the event the future. We cannot spend the put on by the New Westminster next four years patting ourselves on Chamber of the back about past Commerce. “From accomplishments,” one end of the said Coté, who city to another it’s emphasized his Wayne Wright improved. council experience We’re doing things that are right, and we’re winning “We’re doing and the masters things that are right, awards for it. degree in urban and we’re winning studies he recently awards for it.” completed at SFU. “It’s time for Sitting next to the 71-year-old the next step. I know we can work Wright was Jonathan Coté, 35, who together and build a future that is has served three terms on council. bright for New Westminster.” “This election is not about the But Coté was forced to fend off

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fears of what a victory by him and a full slate of New Westminster and District Labour Council endorsed candidates on Nov. 15 would mean. Coté’s opponents questioned the slate’s ability to be impartial. “If labour unions control any level of government, they control municipal government,” said mayoral candidate Vladimir Krasnogor. James Crosty, who finished second to Wright in 2011, noted the city’s municipal workers contract expires Dec. 15. Please see CANDIDATES, A3

Two towers will soon stand sentry over the Westminster Quay. City council gave the green light to a proposal from Bosa Properties to construct a 28-storey and 23-storey tower at 1000 Quayside Drive. The site next to the Inn at the Quay is currently a parking lot. The approval for the 519-unit residential project with 10,000 square feet of commercial space came despite opposition at a public hearing Monday night. Most complained about the project’s height or the traffic congestion it will create. “If you load this city with these massive megalithic properties you won’t be able to live in this city,” said resident Bob McCullough. The approval also came despite a petition signed by 56 residents living in the Plaza 88 complex across the railway tracks and Columbia Street from the proposed project. The signatures were collected by Arlene Hudlin who, like McCullough, lives at 898 Carnarvon St. Please see ‘PEOPLE’, A8

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WORLD WAR II CAFE Saturday, November 1 12:30 - 2:30 pm Anvil Centre, Studio 1

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Meet some ‘human books’ to hear about WWII air raids, children’s evacuations, the war effort on the home front and other stories! Presented by Century House and the New Westminster Museum and Archives, visitors can sit down and enjoy a cup of tea with someone who lived through WWII for a 20-minute conversation.

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PARADE ENTRIES Tree Lighting & Festivities Saturday, December 6, 2014 New Westminster will be celebrating Christmas with the annual Santa Claus parade followed by a day of festive fun in Downtown New West and then ending with the official tree lighting at Hyack Square. #1 PARADE ENTRIES 11am Start Non-profit organizations and commercial businesses are invited to participate in the parade. All entries are encouraged to incorporate the theme of “A Child’s Christmas”. HOW TO APPLY: Please visit www.newwestcity.ca or email santaparade@newwestcity.ca for an application. ALL PARADE APPLICATIONS MUST BE COMPLETED AND RETURNED BY FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21st, 2014. #2 CALL FOR PERFORMERS 11am – 4pm Performers and performing arts groups (e.g., choirs, carolers, and children’s performers) living in or connected to New Westminster are invited to submit proposals to perform before, during and after the parade. The theme for this year’s parade is “A Child’s Christmas” and we are seeking acts that are family-oriented and will engage children of all ages. Performances will take place at various locations in the Downtown area including Shops at New West, Fraser River Discovery Centre, River Market, Hyack Square, Anvil Centre and various street locations. Performers are sought for the following areas: 1. Entertainers who have require no technical support and can perform (15-20min) in either an indoor or outdoor location. 2. Choirs of any size to sing 3-5 songs in either an outdoor or indoor location. 3. Roving entertainment HOW TO APPLY

PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT NUTRITION AND BEHAVIOUR

Monday, November 3, 2014 3:00 pm Committee of the Whole Council Chamber 7:00 pm Regular Council Council Chamber Please note that council meetings are now video streamed online at www.newwestcity.ca.

Join nutrition and food advocate Preet Marwaha for an information-packed session that will shift your paradigm about food and its role in the health and behaviour of our children. November 5, 2014 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Lord Kelvin Community School gym - free child minding available Contact Dan Kalivoda for more information: Phone/text 778-875-9367 or email dkalivoda@sd40.bc.ca Brought to you by the Parents’ Night Out Committee: School District 40, New Westminster Parks Culture and Recreation Youth Services, Family Services of Greater Vancouver, Fraserside Community Services Society, New Westminster Teachers’ Union and the United Way of the Lower Mainland.

SOCIAL KNITWORK: DROP-IN KNITTING GROUP Knitters are invited to join the New Westminster Public Library’s Social Knitwork, a new knitting group that will begin in September. This drop-in group will meet the first Wednesday of the month and is open to all ages and skill levels. The only requirement is to enjoy knitting and chatting with other knitters. Bring your own yarn, needles, scissors, and supplies. The next fall dates are Wednesday, November 5, and December 3 at 7:00 pm.

Please include: • Description of act or group • Length of performance • New Westminster performance history

The New Westminster Public Library is at 716 6th Avenue; www.nwpl.ca; 604-527-4660.

DEADLINE FOR PERFORMANCE SUBMISSION IS TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18th, 2014. PLEASE SEND ALL SUBMISSIONS TO: 2014 Santa Claus Parade Attn. Michelle Dean City of New Westminster 600 Eighth Street , New Westminster, BC V3M 3S2 604.515.3827 • santaparade@newwestcity.ca

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MOODY PARK RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION MEETING New Westminster Mayor & Council All-Candidates Meeting Monday, November 10, 2014 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm (meet & greet candidates from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm) Moderator: Daniel Fontaine

THE ART OF THE MEMOIR: WRITING WORKSHOP Memoir writing has a special appeal and its own challenges. To help you rise to the challenge, the New Westminster Public Library is offering a writing workshop The Art of the Memoir on Thursday, November 6, at 6:30 pm. As space is limited, pre-register at the library 604-527-4667 or email secretary@rclas.com. At the workshop, Margaret Caldwaldr will cover the process, challenges and rewards of memoir writing, drawing on her experience helping World War II veteran George Reid write his memoir. It is presented by the Royal City Literary Arts Society and co-sponsored by the Library.

New Westminster Evangelical Free Church, 7895 Canada Way, Burnaby (10th Avenue & Canada Way) Park at New Westminster Secondary School lot kitty corner to church The MPRA is also very excited to announce that we are partnering with NewWest. tv who will provide a live video stream of the all-candidates meeting to the web. The live broadcast will be available through NewWest.tv at www.newwest.tv and their URL that presents the live video stream will be www.newwest.tv/election Viewers will also be able to comment about the event live on Twitter through #newwestdottv

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“There is $83 million in salaries and there are only 65,000 people that live here. [The New Westminster contract] sets the benchmark for the rest of B.C. Do you want the fox in the henhouse?” said Crosty. “If you want the best deal you have to be balanced. Make sure these people know you’re not happy. Find out if they’re beholden to anybody.” But Coté bristled at their comments. “I’m proud to be supported by the labour council,” said Coté. “I’m proud of the team I’m running with. I’m proud I’ve put New Westminster first. It’s disingenuous to suggest anything else.” Wright said he’s proven he can work with all parts of the political spectrum, but called on voters to elect a balanced council. “You don’t have to vote for labour, you vote for what’s balanced,” said Wright. “Put some independence in there and I hope I’m there to lead them. I’ve got the most experience, I’ve got the most contacts.” Wright said those contacts will come in handy when it comes to dealing with one of the city’s most contentious issues, replacement of New Westminster secondary. He pointed out he’s

worked with Education Minister Peter Fassbender, a former mayor of the City of Langley, for years on Metro Vancouver boards. “I have had two meetings with him already. I will have more after the election because that is a priority,” said Wright. Crosty wasn’t as impressed with the mayor’s rolodex. “If you have so much power then why is it in 12 years you haven’t been able to get something done?” He’s worried a new study being done by the province will determine it will be less expensive to repair the school than to replace it. “It’s not unsafe, and that’s the problem. My worst fear is they’re going to say we’ll fix it up,” said Crosty. Coté said he used to joke about the project’s decade-plus delay that a new NWSS should be built by the time his eldest daughter, who is seven, is ready to attend high school. “That joke gets a little less funny each year. It’s not a cityrun or designed project, but the mayor can make sure it goes ahead,” said Coté. Krasnogor said NWSS is an embarrassment and a shovel would be in the ground within a year if he’s elected. Crosty and Krasnogor attacked

Wright said New West’s relationships with its neighbours are excellent. “There’s no bad blood. You’re negotiating for your city. You better get a negotiator who will stick up for your city and not give in to others.” When asked what promise he would make, Krasnogor said he would provide protection for Queen’s Park so the city will “never give away half the park again” which he believes New West was considering when it was brokering a deal with the Vancouver Whitecaps development team for the park’s stadium. Coté promised to start redevelopment of the Canada Games Pool. “It’s one of the most important buildings in New Westminster. We have to do a reinvestment there, we can’t keep doing bandaid solutions.” Crosty said if he was elected he’d set up a commission to help women in the business community.

ABOVE: Mayor Wayne Wright makes a point defending his record at Tuesday’s forum for mayoral candidates at the Inn at the Quay. LEFT: James Crosty, one of the challengers for the mayor’s job in the upcoming municipal election. MarIO BarteL newsLeader

council’s relationship with neighbouring municipalities and senior governments. They cited the city’s fight with Coquitlam over whether or not to replace the crumbling Braid Street Bailey bridge with a one-lane or two-

lane structure. “These guys can’t do it anymore,” said Crosty, who promised to bring all of the municipalities in the area together for a roundtable discussion within six months of being elected.

• A final all-candidates meeting for mayor and council hopefuls is scheduled for Nov. 10, 7 p.m., at New Westminster Evangelical Free Church, Canada Way and Tenth Avenue.

Blood & Iron expands to Victoria

Coté makes Canada Games Pool pledge

New Westminster’s Blood and Iron Martial Arts is adding a second school in Victoria. Blood and Iron started out as a little sword-fighting study group in a church hall seven years ago. Now it’s the only Historical European Martial Arts school that’s operating full time out of two brick-and-mortar locations, according to co-owner and founder Nicole Smith. Blood and Iron’s first school is on Carnarvon Street in Downtown New Westminster. The Victoria school will open Nov. 1.

After letting the cat out of the bag at Tuesday’s mayors forum, Jonathan Coté made his commitment to redevelop the Canada Games Pool official on Wednesday. Coté, who currently chairs the city’s parks and recreation committee, said if elected mayor he will start the redevelopment within the four years of his term. “The Canada Games Pool is one

of the most important civic facilities in our community, but the facility is aging and we need to move forward with its redevelopment,” said Coté, who noted the city is scheduled to spend millions maintaining the existing facility over the next four years. “We cannot afford to waste millions of dollars putting band-aid solutions on this facility. This money would

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GENERAL VOTING DAY, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2014

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2014 GENERAL LOCAL ELECTION NOTICE OF ELECTION BY VOTING PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY given to the electors of the City of New Westminster that an election by voting is necessary to elect one (1) Mayor, six (6) Councillors, and seven (7) School Trustees, and that the persons nominated as candidates and for whom votes will be received are:

MAYOR – One (1) to be elected Surname

Usual Names

Jurisdiction of Residence

COTÉ

Jonathan X.

New Westminster

CROSTY

James

New Westminster

KRASNOGOR

Vladimir

New Westminster

WRIGHT

Wayne

New Westminster

COUNCILLOR – Six (6) to be elected

General Voting Day will be open to qualified electors of the City of New Westminster on Saturday, November 15, 2014 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. at the following locations: #

Voting Location

Address

Queen Elizabeth Elementary School

921 Salter Street

Connaught Heights Elementary School

2201 London Street

Lord Tweedsmuir Elementary School

1714 Eighth Avenue

Lord Kelvin Elementary School

1010 Hamilton Street

Century House

620 Eighth Street

St. Barnabas Anglican Church Hall

1010 Fifth Avenue

Royal City Centre Mall

Community Room 610 Sixth Street

Herbert Spencer Elementary School

605 Second Street

Glenbrook Middle School

701 Park Crescent

FW Howay Elementary School

91 Courtenay Crescent

Richard McBride Elementary School

331 Richmond Street

Sapperton Pensioners Hall

318 Keary Street

Glenbrook Park Amenities Centre

76 Jamieson Court

Royal Westminster Armory

530 Queens Avenue

River Market

207 – 810 Quayside Drive

Shops at New West (New Westminster Sky Train Station)

323 – 888 Carnarvon Street

Please note that voting cards are not issued to New Westminster electors for the Municipal Election. Qualified electors are entitled to vote once at any one of the above locations.

Surname

Usual Names

Jurisdiction of Residence

ASHDOWN

John

New Westminster

ASHDOWN

Marge

New Westminster

BELL

Jim

New Westminster

BLOCK

Tracey

New Westminster

BRETT

David

New Westminster

Day of Vote

Voting Location #1

Voting Location #2

CARTWRIGHT

Catherine

New Westminster

DONNELLY

Calvin

New Westminster

FOLKA

Mike

New Westminster

Wednesday, November 5th (required under the Section 97(2) of the Local Government Act)

New Westminster Lawn Bowling Clubhouse 710 Eighth Street

Council Chambers, City Hall 511 Royal Avenue

GUPTA

Raj

Vancouver

Saturday, November 8th

HARPER

Bill

New Westminster

New Westminster Lawn Bowling Clubhouse 710 Eighth Street

JOHNSTONE

Patrick

New Westminster

Wednesday, November 12th

KADIOGLU

Matt

Vancouver

KAINTH

Tej

New Westminster

New Westminster Lawn Bowling Clubhouse 710 Eighth Street

LIU

Gerry

New Westminster

All qualified electors will be eligible to vote during Advance Voting.

McEVOY

Jamie

New Westminster

McINTOSH

Scott

NewWestminster

SPECIAL VOTING OPPORTUNITIES

PALMER

Gavin

New Westminster

PUCHMAYR

Chuck

New Westminster

TRENTADUE

Mary

New Westminster

WILLIAMS

Lorrie

New Westminster

Voting Location

WOLDRING

Harm

New Westminster

Dunwood Place *see note

901 Colborne Street

Nov 10 from 10 am to 2 pm

Thornebridge Gardens

649 – 8th Avenue

Nov 10 from 3 pm to 6 pm

SCHOOL TRUSTEE – Seven (7) to be elected Surname

Usual Names

Jurisdiction of Residence

ARMSTRONG

Glen

New Westminster

BELL

Jim

New Westminster

CALDWELL

Cort Ray

New Westminster

CAMPBELL

Jonina

New Westminster

COOK

Casey

New Westminster

EWEN

Michael

New Westminster

GIFFORD

Mark

New Westminster

JANZEN

James

New Westminster

MORTENSEN

Mary Ann

New Westminster

PANDEY

Rajiv

Vancouver

PEPA

James

New Westminster

PERRY

Jeremy

New Westminster

SLADE-KERR

Kelly

New Westminster

ADVANCE VOTING OPPORTUNITIES Advance Voting Opportunities will be open to qualified electors of the City of New Westminster:

Council Chambers, City Hall 511 Royal Avenue

Special Voting Opportunities for the 2014 General Local Election will be open to qualified electors of the City of New Westminster on Monday, November 10, 2014 and Thursday, November 13, 2014 at the following times and locations: Address

Time of Vote

Royal Columbia Hospital

330 East Columbia Street

Nov 13 from 9 am to 12 noon

Queen’s Park Care Centre

315 McBride Blvd.

Nov 13 from 1 pm to 4 pm

Only qualified electors of New Westminster who are patients/residents at the above facilities on the dates and times shown are eligible to vote at the special voting opportunities. Where the patient/resident is unable to attend the voting place within the facility, election officials may attend the patient for the purpose of receiving their ballot.

*NOTE: Qualified residents of Ross Tower, Rotary Tower and Kiwanas Tower are also allowed to vote at the Dunwood Place Special Vote. ELECTOR REGISTRATION If you are not on the list of electors, you may register at the time of voting by completing the required application form available at the voting place. To register you must meet the following qualifications: • 18 years of age or older; and • Canadian citizen; and • resident of BC for at least 6 months immediately preceding voting day; and

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learners seeking alternative learning avenues, the idea of public education as the real choice for a community is at risk.” Mark Gifford, another candidate for school board, said a lot of parents’ frustration comes from chronic underfunding of public education. “With steep declines in

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Last summer’s protracted labour dispute between teachers and the provincial government highlighted an important fissure in British Columbia’s education system. As students and their parents in public schools cooled their heels waiting for a negotiated settlement to re-open schools, it was class as usual in private schools. Frustration over classroom time lost to seemingly alltoo-frequent strikes and lockouts has led some parents to consider the private option, said Cort Ray Caldwell, a candidate for New Westminster school board. “The public faith has been greatly dampened,” said Caldwell. “Where we see dropout rates increase, or larger and larger proportions of

funding support for teacher librarians, English language learning specialists, counsellors and special needs resource staff, our ability to support students has been impaired,” said Gifford. Jonina Campbell, the board’s current chair who’s seeking reelection, said the public schools’ resources are stretched too thin. Please see puBlic education, a10

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PHOTO OF THE WEEK: Luolin Liu caught this shot, Two Kissing Pigeons, just outside her balcony on Halifax Street in Burnaby. The two pigeons often come to her balcony to take shelter from rain, she says. They take a rest, leave some droppings, smooch a little, and then fly away.

Taking Halloween precautions reasonable This year, the annual celebration of Halloween will collide with the beginning of the weekend, on Friday night. Weekends and Halloween can be a potent mix sometimes, as the activities of young trick-ortreaters collide with those of adults who want to celebrate the end of a work week, and in the case of Halloween, often use it as an occasion for a party. Many children of course love the experience of dressing up and going door-to-door, and there are plenty of ways for them to stay safe. Parents should accompany them. Wearing some type of reflective clothing and carrying flashlights is very helpful as well. While trick or treating usually doesn’t go on too late, drivers need to be very careful. The weather has not been particularly great and it will be very dark, no matter what weather conditions are. Taking some extra precautions will be a good idea. As fireworks are not being sold in most areas as part of Halloween any longer, there are fewer issues involving their misuse. Nonetheless, there are always a few individuals who manage to get their hands on some fireworks, so caution is encouraged—both for those who set off fireworks, and for those who are in the vicinity. Police and fire department personnel usually expect a busy Halloween and are likely to be out in force, so those contemplating illegal activities might wish to keep that in mind. Thinking ahead about how to enjoy Halloween in a safe and responsible way is a good way to ensure all goes well. It can be a fun evening, but at the same time, it is good to take precautions, given some of the things that inevitably happen that evening— and the fall weather and darkness. –Langley Times (Black Press)

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Difficult birth for LNG cash cow VICTORIA – Debate is underway on the B.C. Liberal government’s tax and environmental plan for liquefied natural gas exports, amid the usual political theatre. Most media reported the government “slashed” its proposed seven-per-cent LNG processing income tax by half, caving in to demands of international energy giants led by Petronas of Malaysia. The 3.5 per cent tax wouldn’t even take full effect until the massive capital investment is written down, and would rise to five per cent after 20 years of production. All of this casts further doubt on Premier Christy Clark’s extravagant election campaign promise to use LNG revenues to wipe out B.C.’s debt, currently approaching $70 billion, and provide an Albertastyle “prosperity fund” to perform further miracles. The seven per cent figure was the top end of the range presented this spring while negotiations with LNG investors were ongoing, so it’s not really accurate to say it was “slashed.”

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This cash calf hasn’t been born yet, and it remains to be seen if it will survive. Finance Minister Mike de Jong pointed out some of the shifts in the global gas market that have reduced expectations. Japan, one of the potential investors, is considering restarting its nuclear plants as it recovers from the 2011 Fukushima earthquake. China’s manic growth is slowing, and it has signed a long-term deal to import cheaper Russian pipeline gas. Oil prices have dropped. The government’s change of tone started with the recent throne speech, which emphasized the fate of B.C.’s only current export market. “Like forestry, B.C.’s natural gas industry has relied on exports to the United States,” the speech observed. “But the American

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increased to 11 per cent last year. University of Calgary economist Jack Mintz, who supported B.C. on its ill-fated harmonized sales tax, says this additional LNG tax is wrongheaded at any rate. “If other provinces take the same view with respect to resource taxation, new levies would be applied to oil refining, forest product manufacturing, mining processing and a host of other activities linked to resource industries,” Mintz wrote last week in the Financial Post. If B.C. does get a substantial LNG export industry, it will include gas from Alberta, with royalties going there, not here. And companies are also wrangling with the federal government over its taxes, with local governments and First Nations still in line for their cut. The big question isn’t whether B.C. will get its fair share. It’s whether there will be anything to share. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press.

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Her husband, Roy Hudlin, complained the tallest tower will be 307 feet when the regulations only allow for it to be 220 feet. He said when they bought their 33rd floor condominium six months ago they were told nothing was going to be built in front of it. “It’s starting to look like you’re rubber stamping whatever someone wants to build,” he told council. Councillors took exception to his assertion. They pointed out Bosa responded to feedback at open houses and community meetings by making many changes to the original proposal the company presented in January. Bosa reduced the aboveground podium from six to four storeys. Originally the towers were both to be 26 storeys, but their size and shape were adjusted to make the sightlines better. The changes meant the project would have nearly 80 fewer units, although there will be more two- and threebedroom units than originally proposed. The western tower was also pushed back 28 feet from 10th

CHOICEquotes Coun. Chuck Puchmayr This is not a rubber stamp. A lot went into it, a lot of back and forth with it, and this is the best building we’re going to get. People don’t own their views. I’m sure the people behind [898 Carnarvon] were saying they don’t want to lose their view.

Street so it wouldn’t loom over the neighbouring Westminster Landing housing co-op. “We got just about everything we wanted,” said Mayor Wayne Wright. As part of the project, Bosa agreed to build a pedestrian connection to the McInnes Overpass that will provide a direct link from the SkyTrain station to the boardwalk. “I was completely opposed to this when it came forward, but I kept an open mind,” said Coun. Chuck Puchmayr. “I raised some of those concerns with the developers when they had their open house. One of the concerns I had was the lack of family-oriented housing. This property has been more generous than others in providing those.” Puchmayr said he knew the site was going to be problematic but was pleased the updated proposal was supported by many nearby businesses,

including the River Market. “This is not a rubber stamp. A lot went into it, a lot of back and forth with it, and this is the best building we’re going to get,” said Puchmayr. “People don’t own their views. I’m sure the people behind [898 Carnarvon] were saying they don’t want to lose their view.” While voting to approve the proposal Coun. Jaimie McEvoy said the height concerns need to be addressed. “This is a good development overall, but we do need to look at that one issue. People do deserve to have an answer of what’s possible in the area when they buy a property,” said McEvoy, who also called for a waterfront neighbourhood plan to be developed. A Bosa representative told council the company would be willing to pay for a study on the impact the construction, particularly pile driving, would have on the nearby buildings.

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education. “Most parents recognize the expertise brought by teachers and staff, but they also want opportunities to be involved in more than just PAC fundraisers,” said Gifford. “Their voice and perspective matters.” He said a report card from students and parents about the school district could also be used as a basis for dialogue. Caldwell said transparency will be key to restoring the public’s faith in the local school district. “I want fewer surprises,” he said.

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Most Fraser colonoscopies on time despite demand surge Jeff Nagel Black Press

Longer than recommended waits for colonoscopies are a significant problem for B.C. health authorities since the rollout of a province-wide cancer screening program, Health Minister Terry Lake admitted Tuesday. But Fraser Health officials say colonoscopy waits in this region are largely under control, with 88 per cent of patients getting the procedure within the recommended eight weeks. Publicly funded stool tests now available under the provincial colon screening program, coupled with public education about the benefits of testing, has fueled a jump in

demand for colonoscopies as well as surgery for colorectal cancer. The program took effect in Fraser a year ago and Lake was under fire from the Opposition in the B.C. Legislature over patient complaints of waits of up to eight months in some other health regions. “We understand the challenge that has been created by the expansion of the screening program,” Lake responded. “All health authorities are working hard, under my direction, to ensure that we do reduce those wait times so that all patients that have to be screened and then have a colonoscopy and the surgery are done in a timely manner.”

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The last time I was under canvas was about 25 years ago when I accompanied my son Niall to his Beaver camp. An overnight stay at the El Travatore Motel, in Bullhead City, AZ, where we pick a theme room, quickly follows that chill night. Elvis Presley or Marilyn Monroe? Wonder if this drive was on their bucket list. The organizers suggested we swap partners part way across before fights break out. My drive buddy for four days will be Toronto Star scribe Mark Richardson. Second prize was eight days with my fellow Brit. Truth is neither of us will spoil another couple, well at least for four days. I’m currently watching as many episodes of the 1960s’ era Route 66 TV series as I can and digesting every story about music inspired by the highway. Of course, I’m making a compilation tape, I mean picking a playlist for my generic MP3 player. I will be sharing my adventures with Driveway readers during and after the trip. Blogging begins on drivewaybc.ca this coming weekend and a full report will appear in print and online in late November. Off to get my kicks on Route 66. Adios . . . for now. keith.morgan@drivewaybc.ca

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10 Steps to Buying Your Home 1. Are you ready to buy?

7. Add specialists to your team

2. Decide what you can afford

8. Make an offer

You should already have saved some of your down payment and should be good at managing debt like credit cards or loans. A mortgage is a financial responsibility that also requires constant upkeep.

Decide on a lender. A notary public or a lawyer will help you understand the many legal documents that come with buying your home. A home inspector can save you from unpleasant surprises when you move in.

Realtors® are expertly trained and will prepare your offer for you and explain any terminology you don’t understand.

Use this simple equation to consider what to expect after you’ve saved for your down payment. The cost of buying a home = one time costs (down payment, legal fees, inspection fees and taxes) + monthly costs (mortgage, utilities, maintenance, insurance and property taxes).

9. Arrange a mortgage There are banks, credit unions and other lenders available for you. Talk to your financial institution and call around to others. Ask friends or family for referrals. Realtors® are knowledgeable about mortgages and may refer you.

3. Decide what you want to buy

10. Close the deal First decide where you want to live (e.g. urban, suburban), then decide and move in Establishing a clear idea of what you’re looking for in a home before you start looking around is a great way to which neighbourhood suits you best narrow your focus. Your offer has been accepted and and what type of home (detached, your real estate agent and notary attached or apartment) you want. ® ) which contains information on public or lawyer will do most of the closing (MLS Interview two or three and pick who you Whether the property is new or resale may property listings. Your agent can send you work. Make sure you understand the like best. also affect your costs. listings that fit your criteria and together conditions of the agreement that require 4. Find the right Realtor® 5. See what’s you can draw up a short list and visit them. immediate action on your part. There are many ways to find an agent; out there 6. Sell your drive neighbourhoods that interest you ® —Courtesy Real Estate Board Realtors run an incredible search tool and jot down names, go to open houses, current home of Greater Vancouver called the Multiple Listings Service® look at advertising, ask friends for referrals.

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Determining the authenticity of heritage homes Browse through real estate listings and you’ll see many homes described as ‘heritage’, typically built in the 1930s or earlier. But according to realtors who specialize in older homes, the term ‘heritage’ is often misunderstood. If a home is more than about 60 years old, home owners may refer to it as ‘heritage,’ regardless of how well it has been preserved it is or how much it has been altered over the years. Heritage is not just about age, it’s about authenticity. The real value is in a home that has retained its original character, inside and out, as well as its importance in the overall history of a place.

Municipal heritage registers and inventories Most Lower Mainland municipalities have an official Heritage Register which includes homes that have been designated as heritage by a team of historians and city planners. The Register lists buildings of special historical importance, along with those that best represent certain architectural styles. Municipalities may also keep

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Heritage Registers New Westminster (http:// www.newwestcity.ca/business/ planning_development/heritage/ articles238.php) Burnaby (http://www. burnaby.ca/City-Services/ Planning/Heritage-Planning/ Heritage-Planning-Program. html?PageMode=Print)

Categories and classiﬁcations In municipalities with an official Heritage Register, buildings are categorized based on their historical importance, such as Vancouver’s A, B, and C classes, or North Vancouver’s Primary, Secondary, and Supplemental classes. These classifications reflect the building’s level of protection against future alteration or demolition. In most municipalities, homes in the highest heritage category cannot be altered without municipal approval.

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designation is made, it appears on title. The province has more than 21,000 records of sites and objects in the provincial Heritage Registry. Only a few thousand Lower Mainland homes are on city Heritage Registers, but many other older homes can legitimately be called ‘heritage’ if they retain their original features. When looking to buy a heritage home, realtors may suggest looking for one that has not been extensively remodelled, for example, where walls and NEWSLEADER FILE windows have not been moved, New Westminster’s Queen’s Park neighbourhood, in particular, has many heritage original wood floors and millwork homes. are still in place, and the exterior Typically, homes in the lesser that property owners who find has not been stuccoed over. categories can be altered after evidence of an archaeological site The key is for buyers to educate the owners meet with municipal on their property must pay for themselves about the period and Heritage Planning staff to discuss further investigation. style of the home they’re looking ways of preserving the home’s An archaeological site is a for, and to develop an eye for exterior character. Owners of location with evidence of past authentic details. authentically restored older homes human activity including stone Buyers should also perform due can apply to have them placed carvings, remains of ancient diligence to find out the history of on the municipalities Heritage houses, campsites or middens. a property. There have been cases Register, helping to preserve The province keeps inventories where home owners have been local history and, in some cases, of properties that have heritage required to hire an archaeologist enhance their resale value. value in its Heritage Registry. The to conduct in-depth examinations Provincial heritage conservation heritage designation is a form of of their property if it is suspected The BC Heritage Conservation expropriation of property rights to have items of archaeological Act protects archaeological sites (like a statutory right of way) value. on private land, without requiring and imposes certain restrictions —COURTESY REAL ESTATE BOARD OF GREATER VANCOUVER formal designation. This means on property owners. Once the

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10 Steps for Selling Your Home

Costs involved in selling a home

1. Decide when to sell Timing can influence your home’s selling price. Factors like how quickly you need to sell, whether it’s a buyers or sellers market and seasonality all play a role in your final selling price.

2. Find a Realtor® who’s right for you The agent who helped you buy your home is a good place to start. Or look for names on For Sale signs in your neighbourhood or ask friends or family.

3. Sign a listing agreement This authorizes your agent and their brokerage to market and sell your home. It will define the legal relationship between you and the real estate brokerage and also set a time limit for the agent to sell your home.

Although there’s a lot of excitement in the purchase of a new home, there’s also a lot of stress. A good realtor will help by walking you through the process.

4. Determine your asking price

See your home through a buyer’s eyes: purge clutter, clean/repair what you can.

The right asking price will attract buyers and pay maximum return. Too low and you could miss out on thousands. Too high will scare away buyers. The goal is fair market value.

5. Add specialists to your team

6. Prepare your home for sale

7. Let your Realtor® do what they do

Although Realtors® will walk you through the process, be prepared for stress. You will see every offer since it’s required you see every offer submitted. You will have three options: accept, reject, counter offer.

Your agent will begin to market your home.

10. Close the deal

8. Prepare your finances

Similar to when you bought your home, it’s essential to have a notary public or lawyer handle all documents that change hands and make sure your interests are protected.

9. Receive an offer

Will the buyer “assume” your mortgage or are you “discharging” it? If you’re buying new, is your mortgage “portable”? These are questions for your agent, lender and notary public or lawyer.

You were successful and have drafted a legally binding agreement. Contact your lawyer or notary public, your lending institution and consult your Realtor®. Immediately start satisfying any conditions of the agreement that require action on your part.

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Realtors fees or commissions vary. Compensation is always agreed to beforehand between you and your realtor. There is no set commission rate in the real estate profession, and any fee or commission paid depends on the services provided by your realtor, which can vary significantly depending on your needs as a client or the business model used by the realtor. When is the commission or fee payable? The Standard Multiple Listing Contract provides that the fee or commission is payable on the earlier of the following: • completion date under the Contract of Purchase and Sale; or • the actual date that the sale completes. The GST GST applies to realtor fees and other services. Other costs Don’t forget to ask your realtor about these costs when calculating the total cost of selling your home: • Adjustments, may include property tax adjustments • Final maintenance and utility costs • Lawyer or notary fees and expenses – attending to execution of documents • Costs of clearing the title, including: • Discharge fees charged by encumbrance holders • Pre-payment penalties • Insurance – should maintain until the latter of either the date when you receive the proceeds of sale or when you vacate the property • Real estate commission fee • Moving fees

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First item of business when moving into a new home is security. Even if your home is newly built, we recommend rekeying all locks, and changing alarm and garage codes. If you do not have a monitored home alarm consider installing one. Ensure that you reinforce the telephone lines and wires to the exterior of your home to prevent thieves from cutting, tampering or stealing them. Moving results in lots of garbage and recyclables which pile up outside your home while you get settled in. This is inviting to thieves who are looking for new purchases (TV, computer, stereos). Ensure that your empty boxes are not seen from the street. Instead keep them inside out of sight until they can be removed by you.

Room with a view Stand outside your new home and observe what can be seen through your windows during the day and night. What is in plain sight (TV, computer,

may want to consider blinds, curtains or lighting changes. You will be amazed when you look and see what others may see from the street. Look at the trees and shrubs around your property. Privacy is important but should not have a negative impact on you and your neighbours’ home security. The trees and shrubs must be pruned to allow a clear view of the property. Pay close attention that landscaping does not provide a concealment area for thieves to hide around your windows and doors.

The weak link Windows and patio doors are a weak link when it comes to home security and may facilitate break and enters. Windows and patio doors can be lifted from the tracks, pried open, broken, etc. So consider some strategies to assist with your security: • Always locks all windows and doors when not home OR in the immediate area. • Protect your windows, patio and entry doors by installing secondary locking devices; this includes all access above

Embracing your neighbourhood Get to know your neighbours and connect with your local resident group. By working together, neighbours can increase their home and neighbourhood safety and security. Implementing the Block Watch Program on your street is a good way to communicate with neighbours and police about suspicious and criminal activity. The cohesiveness of a neighbourhood coupled with a partnership with your local police department contributes to a successful and safer community. New Westminster: New Westminster Crime Prevention Team, 604529-2446 or visit www. nwpolice.org. Burnaby: Block Watch is at www.blockwatch. com or contact the Burnaby RCMP Block Watch Coordinator at 604-294-7781 or 604-2947695 or email burnaby. blockwatch@rcmp-grc. gc.ca.

Friday, October 31, 2014 NewsLeader A23

Home Finance 101 Mortgage Payment Tips Consider the following money-saving steps when calculating your mortgage payments: By shortening your loan repayment or amortization period to 20 years from 25 years, you’ll pay your mortgage off five years sooner. You’ll pay higher monthly payments, but you’ll build equity faster and you’ll pay less in interest over the long term. Apply for a prepayment option. If you receive one, you can directly pay down some of your principal before it’s due. Make sure to check for prepayment penalties. By paying biweekly instead of monthly, you’ll make 26 payments in a year or 13 months instead of just 12 months and reduce your amortization to about 20 years from 25 years.

Other Costs to Buying a Home The price of the house you are buying is not the only cost you need to consider when deciding if you can afford to buy. There are other costs to consider: • Legal Fees • Appraisal Fee • Home Inspection • Title Insurance • Property Transfer Tax or Land Transfer Tax • Survey Certificates • Prepaid Expenses • Property Tax— typically paid for the year so the seller is reimbursed the portion of the year that the buyer will occupy • Utility Bills • Strata/Condo Administration Costs to produce • Estoppel Certificate • Insurance Binder • Form A • GST—new construction only

Money can be a huge cause of stress. So in order to minimize the worry and maximize the joy in owning a new home, it’s good to know the costs up front, and prepare a smart way to pay down your mortgage.

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How Realtors® help Buying or selling a property can be complicated no matter what type of property. It’s also a significant financial transaction. Therefore, it’s important to get the best help. Realtors® provide you with protection against misadventure and fraud. They stay current on information by participating in ongoing professional education programs. They make use of the MLS® database to help you sell your property or find a new home. They have marketing and negotiating skills to help you make the right purchasing or selling decision.

Buying a Home 1. Schedule a consultation to discuss what the buyer is looking for in a home. 2. The Realtor® may suggest buyers speak with a mortgage consultant to figure out their buying power and obtain a mortgage pre-approval letter. 3. The agent will then look up home listings in a particular price range and help the buyers to view the homes. 4. When buyers find a home, the real estate agent will help them come up with a fair market price and write up the contract to present to the seller. 5. The agent will help the buyer negotiate on the final price with the seller. 6. The agent may be present during a home inspection, which is recommended. 7. The agent will schedule home appraisal. 8. He or she will then confirm the closing and be present at closing with the buyer and the attorney, if necessary.

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People can choose to buy or sell without a realtor, but realtors have the knowledge and provide assistance through the myriad steps of the process, helping individuals to save time and money.

Selling a Home 1. The agent will meet with the sellers and evaluate the home and property. 2. He or she will do a market analysis to determine the best price to list the house based on the neighbourhood. 3. The agent may make suggestions for repairs or improvements that can help make the home more attractive to buyers. 4. The real estate agent may present a marketing plan that indicates where the home will be advertised. 5. He or she will write up a listing agreement and begin the process of marketing the home. 6. An open house for real estate brokers may be scheduled. 7. An open house for buyers will be scheduled.

8. The agent will field calls from other agents and notify the seller when a viewing request has been made. 9. Follow-up feedback can be offered, which may include information the agent receives by making calls to people who viewed the home or by tracking how many potential buyers viewed the home listing. 10. When an offer comes in, the agent will notify the sellers and advise them of the negotiation process.

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Glossary of Terms Amortization – The number of years it takes to repay the entire amount of a mortgage. Appraisal – An estimate of a property’s market value, used by lenders in determining the amount of the mortgage. Appreciation – The increase of a property’s value over time. Assessment – The value of a property, set by the local municipality, for the purposes of calculating property tax. Assumable Mortgage – A mortgage help on a property by the seller that can be taken over by the buyer, who then accepts responsibility for making the mortgage payments. Closed Mortgage – A mortgage that cannot be prepaid, renegotiated or refinanced during its term. Closing Costs – Expenses in addition to the purchase price for buying and selling a property. Closing Date – The date on which the title and keys to the property are transferred from the seller to the buyer, and the money is paid. Conventional Mortgage – A mortgage loan that does not exceed 80% of the lending value of the property. Counteroffer – One party’s written response to the other party’s offer during the negotiation of a real estate purchase between buyer and seller. Credit Report – A snapshot of your credit history and one of the main tools lenders use to decide whether or not to give you credit.

Credit Score – A numeric rating that is a reflection of your financial health at a specific point in time indicaing the risk you represent to lenders.

Interest Rate – The return the lender receives for advancing the mortgage funds required by the borrower to purchase a property.

Debt Service Ratio – The percentage of a borrower’s gross income that can be used for housing costs, including mortgage payment and taxes.

Joint Tenancy – A form of ownership in which two or more individuals (often spouses) have an equal share in he ownership of a property.

Deposit – A payment made when you make an Offer to Purchase to show that you are a serious buyer. The deposit will form part of your down payment.

Lien – Any legal claim against a property, filed to ensure payment of a debt.

Down Payment – The part of the purchase price of a property that the buyer pays in cash and does not finance with a mortgage. Equity – The difference between the price for which a property can be sold and the mortgage on the property. Fixed Rate Mortgage - A mortgage for which the interest rate does not change for the length of the mortgage term. Foreclosure – A legal process by which the lender takes possession and ownership of a property when the borrower doesn’t meet the mortgage obligations. Gross Debt Service Ratio – A general rule is that your housing costs (mortgage payments, taxes, heating) should not be more than 32% of your gross monthly income. High Ratio Mortgage – A mortgage that exceeds 80% of the loan-to-value ratio; must be insured by either the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation or a private insurer to protect the lender against default by the borrower who has less equity invested in the property. Interest – The cost of borrowing money.

Listing Agreement – The contract between the listing broker and an owner, authorizing the REALTOR® to facilitate the sale or lease of a property. Listing Broker – The REALTOR® who signs a contract with an owner to sell the property

Open Mortgage – A mortgage that can be prepaid or renegotiated at any time and in any amount without penalty. Pre-approved Mortgage – Tentatively approved by a financial institution for a specified amount, interest rate and monthly payment. Principal – The mortgage amount initially borrowed, or the portion still owing on the mortgage. Interest is calculated on the principal amount. Term – The period of time your mortgage agreement will be in effect. At the end of the term, you either pay off the mortgage in full, renew it or renegotiate it. Title – Legal evidence of ownership of a property.

Mortgage – A contract between a borrower and a lender. The borrower pledges a property as security to guarantee repayment of the mortgage debt.

Title Insurance – A lender, lawyer or notary may suggest you get insurance covering the loss caused by defects of title to the property.

Mortgage Broker – A person or company having contacts with financial institutions or individuals wishing to invest in mortgages.

Title Search – A detailed examination of the ownership documents to ensure there are no liens or other encumbrances on the property and no questions regarding the seller’s ownership claim.

Mortgage Default Insurance – Government-backed or privately-backed insurance protecting the lender against the borrower’s default on their mortgage. Mortgage Payment – Regular installments made towards paying off principal and interest on a mortgage. Mortgage Term – The length of time a lender will loan mortgage funds to a borrower. Most run from six months to five years, after which the borrower can repay the balance of the mortgage or renegotiate the mortgage for another term.

Total Debt Service Ratio – The maximum percentage of a borrower’s income that a lender will consider for all debt repayment including a mortgage. Variable Rate Mortgage – A mortgage for which payments are fixed, but whose interest rate changes in relationship to fluctuating market interest rates. If rates go up, a larger portion of the payment goes to interest. If rates go down, a larger portion of the payment is applied to the principal.

Multiple Listings Service is a great resource Housing market information originating from the Multiple Listing Service® (MLS®) has long been recognized as the most reliable and comprehensive data available for those looking to buy or sell a home.

How does the MLS® work? The strength of this more than 60-year-old system rests in the quality and accuracy of the information. Government, economists, financial institutions, appraisers and others all rely on MLS® data. This is because REALTORS® who submit the listing information, and MLS® staff at real estate boards who conduct quality control, are trained and educated in the complexities of real estate. “Using the MLS® gives unmatched exposure to properties for sale,” says Jake Moldowan, former president of the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver.

“If you’re selling your home, a listing on MLS® will be shared with other REALTORS® for the broadest distribution possible. If you’re buying a home, MLS® will have the largest pool of homes to choose from. “The MLS® also serves as the foundation of our property taxation system by providing reliable information, backed by professional accountability, to government bodies responsible for assessments in our province,” Moldowan said. REALTORS® know how to describe a property accurately and what information must be disclosed in an MLS® listing. For instance, if there is a restriction on the use of a property, something called an easement, this information must appear in the MLS® listing. Many alternate systems and services exist to buy and sell homes and they all compete for customers. The MLS® is the REALTOR® option.

How does the MLS® work? REALTORS® compete with each other for your business, but at the same time cooperate to help you buy or sell property. That unique concept of cooperating while competing led to the creation of the MLS® in 1950 by the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver. The MLS® is fundamentally a cooperative marketing system that helps the public buy and sell real estate. It’s a system for sharing information between REALTORS® on homes for sale. “Through the MLS® system, the REALTOR® who represents a seller is inviting all other REALTORS® to offer that home for sale to their buyers. Sellers therefore have all the REALTORS® in their community seeking buyers for their homes. For buyers, it’s a one-stop shopping experience,” Moldowan said. “By having REALTORS®

agree to share their inventory with one another, a more efficient marketplace is created,” Moldowan says. If the MLS® system did not exist, sellers would have to choose an individual real estate brokerage to list their home and only that brokerage would have the information about it and the ability to show and sell it. If the MLS® system did not exist, buyers would have to go from REALTOR® to REALTOR® to view the listings of each individual brokerage. “Sellers and buyers often decide to work with a REALTOR® because they want expert guidance through a complex process. For this important transaction, people want to select someone they are comfortable working with and who offers the services they are looking for at a price they can agree on. The MLS® system provides consumers a vast range of choices,” Moldowan says.

Why www.realtor.ca is a great advertising vehicle for property sales The public website www.realtor. ca is not the MLS® system. Local MLS® systems are owned and operated by local real estate boards, for use by REALTORS®. Consumers have direct access to information about MLS® listings through www. realtor.ca, a real estate advertising vehicle. Each month, approximately five million unique visitors go to www.realtor.ca and view more than 118 million pages. More than 700,000 people in BC log on to the website each month. The home listing information on www.realtor.ca streams from the MLS® but does not contain the full collection of information on the system. The website is provided by REALTORS® across Canada to help market properties on behalf of their clients.

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Aaron Johnson inducted into Gallery of Legends The World Acrobatics Society has posthumously inducted New Westminster’s Aaron Johnson into its Gallery of Legends. Johnson, who passed away in 2012, was known for his contribution in creating the trampoline technical manual as part of the national coaching certification program. Johnson coached 18 athletes to medals at the world trampoline championships. In the late 1990s he became artistic coach for Cirque du Soleil’s ‘Mystere’ show in Las Vegas. He co-founded Cirkids in Vancouver and later formed the Vancouver Circus School, which is now located in New Westminster’s River Market, with his son Travis. Travis and his mother Val and sister Sarah, who run the Shasta Trampoline program out of Queen’s Park Arenex went to Orlando in September to accept the award.

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Porte offering a great opportunity at The Maxx @ Verve By Kerry Vital

Porte Development is offering maximum value at The Maxx @ Verve in Surrey. The third and final phase of the popular condominium community includes the finishes from the first and second phases, Verve and Social @ Verve. “This is a great opportunity for buyers,” says Jeanette Chaput, director of sales and marketing for Porte. “We’ve had a lot of first-time buyers interested in Verve.” To help those first-time buyers, Porte is once again offering

their popular flexible deposit program at The Maxx @ Verve. “It gives buyers the chance to build their downpayment as we build their home,” Chaput says. The homes at The Maxx range from 540 to 1,300 square feet, in a variety of junior one-bedroom, one-, two- and threebedroom plans. The nine-foot ceilings (11 feet on the top floor) lend an incredible sense of space to your home, accented by large windows and laminate flooring. The kitchens feature full-size stainless-steel appliances,

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Putting down roots in The Grove By Kerry Vital

Surrey’s Clayton Heights has become a vibrant community with plenty of amenities and beautiful homes. Now, it’s welcoming Townline’s The Grove to the neighbourhood, adding more than a touch of green to the area and giving families the chance to put down roots. “It’s nestled in a family friendly area,” says Courtney Osinchuk, marketing manager for Townline. “There’s a new elementary school right across the street. You can literally watch your kids walk to school.” Green space is an integral part of The Grove, with its centrally located grove, parks on two sides and greenbelts on the other two sides. There is plenty of curb appeal at The Grove, with its Craftsman contemporary architecture and professionally landscaped front and rear yards. Each home includes a single, tandem or double-car garage. Inside, the two-, three- and four-bedroom

parkhomes are available in a range of floorplans. Rich wood laminate flooring is featured throughout the main living areas, with nylon carpeting in the bedrooms, hallways and stairs. The kitchen includes stainless-steel appliances and square edge flat panel wood laminate cabinetry, complemented by eased square edge quartz countertops and a full height oversized ceramic tile backsplash. The bathrooms are elegant and relaxing, with their own square edge flat panel wood laminate cabinetry, eased square edge quartz countertops and a quartz backsplash. The ensuite takes the luxury further with a handlaid porcelain floor tile and shower surround. The main bathroom features a deep soaker tub with a chrome rain showerhead and large format ceramic tile surround. “There has been a great response so far,” says Osinchuk. “Every time we release a phase, it sells quickly.” Townline is currently selling the fifth of six phases. “We have a few homes that are available for immediate occupancy, with the others being ready in the next two to three months, depending on the phase,” Osinchuk says. “We’ve concentrated on maximizing functionality in the layouts of these homes. For example, we added in workstations (in the kitchens) in the homes that do not have dens, so kids can do their homework or you can pay your bills or work on your computer.

People like the added functionality of that.” Townline’s reputation for quality has been a big draw for buyers. “We are established in the community,” Osinchuk says, noting that The Grove is their sixth project in the area, joining Canterbury Ridge, Clayton Rise, Compass, Heritance and Clayton Village. Residents at The Grove will have access to The Grove Clubhouse, a 4,300-square-foot amenities space with an indoor floor hockey court, custom theatre screening room, fitness room, fireside social lounge with kitchenette

and a terrace with a barbecue and lounge seating. They will also have unlimited access to the neighbouring Clayton Rise Clubhouse with its additional 4,800 square feet of amenities and outdoor pool. The Grove is moments from Clayton Crossing and Willowbrook Mall, as well as Highway 1 for an easy commute, and plenty of leisure and recreation opportunities in the area, making it appealing to buyers of all ages. “There’s really a nice community here,” says Osinchuk. “There’s something for everyone.” Homes at The Grove start at $269,900. For more information, visit www. thegroveatclayton.ca, call 604-533-6968 or stop by the sales centre at 1-19433 68th Avenue, Surrey.

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

INDEX IN BRIEF FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...............1-8

IN MEMORIAM GIFTS

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 108 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...9-57

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 114

DRIVERS/COURIER/ TRUCKING

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 115

CHILDREN ........................................80-98

A Great Janitorial Franchise Opportunity

BUSINESS SERVICES...................203-387 PETS & LIVESTOCK ......................453-483

• Minimum investment as low as $6,050 required • Guaranteed Cleaning Contracts • Professional Training Provided • Financing Available • Ongoing Support A Respected Worldwide Leader in Franchised Office Cleaning. Coverall of BC 604.434.7744 info@coverallbc.com www.coverallbc.com

REAL ESTATE ...............................603-696 RENTALS ......................................703-757 AUTOMOTIVE ..............................804-862 MARINE .......................................903-920

AGREEMENT

It is agreed by any Display or Classified Advertiser requesting space that the liability of the paper in the event of failure to publish an advertisement shall be limited to the amount paid by the advertiser for that portion of the advertising space occupied by the incorrect item only, and that there shall be no liability in any event beyond the amount paid for such advertisement. The publisher shall not be liable for slight changes for typographical errors that do not lessen the value of an advertisement. bcclassified.com cannot be responsible for errors after the first day of publication of any advertisement. Notice of errors on the first day should immediately be called to the attention of the Classified Department to be corrected for the following edition. bcclassified.com reserves the right to revise, edit, classify or reject any advertisement and to retain any answers directed to the bcclassified.com Box Reply Service and to repay the customer the sum paid for the advertisement and box rental.

DISCRIMINATORY LEGISLATION

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS 33

Advertise across the Lower Mainland in the 15 best-read community newspapers. ON THE WEB:

bcclassified.com

Call Christy 604-436-2472

HELP WANTED

Email circulation@burnaby newsleader.com

BAKERY HELP Bakers’ Helper & Packer.

careers@vankam.com or Fax: 604-587-9889

Please apply in person: Mon-Fri 9am-2pm at:

~ Burnaby ~

We are currently accepting applications for

1615 MacDonald Ave (E.1st Ave)

CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD

Req: Carpenters, Helpers Labourers, CSO’s/OFA’s TCP’s, Cleaners $11-28/hr

HAPPY THOUGHTS

Work Today, Daily or Weekly Pay Apply 9AM to 2PM at: 118 – 713 Columbia Street

DELIVERY PERSONS

PHONE BOOKS

Mature persons with car or truck required to deliver Yellow Pages™ Telephone Directories to Tri-Cities, Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows.

EARN MONEY delivering the Yellow Pages™Directories

New West 604.522.4900

PDC Logistics Call: 1-800-661-1910 Mon.- Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. or E-mail:KArnsdorf@ pdclogistics.ca Visit: www.deliverYELLOW.ca

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Happy 85 Birthday

LOST AND FOUND

OBITUARIES

HOGG, FREDA PHYLLIS 1916 - 2014

Wishing you much love and happiness on your birthday and always! You Are Loved!

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

SALES ADVISOR DIGITAL PRODUCTS Are you confident enough to develop business conversations? Black Press publishes the Surrey Leader, Langley Times and Peace Arch News along with 150 other publications. We will develop individuals with an ambition to succeed whether they have deep post-secondary credentials or not. This is an exceptional opportunity if you are adept at making successful calls and highly rewarding to those that maintain the required pace. We have an immediate opening for a Sales Consultant on our Digital team representing our highly successful online recruitment platform LocalWorkBC.ca.

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YOUTH & ADULTS

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Van-Kam is committed to employment equity and environmental responsibility.

Advertisers are reminded that Provincial legislation forbids the publication of any advertisement which discriminates against any person because of race, religion, sex, color, nationality, ancestry or place of origin, or age, unless the condition is justified by a bona fide requirement for the work involved.

Copyright and/or properties subsist in all advertisements and in all other material appearing in this edition of bcclassified.com. Permission to reproduce wholly or in part and in any form whatsoever, particularly by a photographic or offset process in a publication must be obtained in writing from the publisher. Any unauthorized reproduction will be subject to recourse by law.

HELP WANTED

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

To join our team of professional drivers please send a resume and current drivers abstract to:

HAPPY THOUGHTS

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CARRIERS NEEDED

Excavator & Backhoe Operator Training. Be employable in 4-6wks. Call 604-546-7600. www.rayway.ca

$1000 Hiring Bonus & Above Average Rates

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

for available routes email

We thank all applicants for your interest!

LOST - BIRD Oct 22nd, 12th St & 4th Ave. Green Conur, leg banded, reward offered, ph: (778)707-2488

Van Km’s Group of Companies requires FT class 1 drivers for the Surrey area. Applicants must have LTL & P&D driving experience and must be familiar w/the Greater Vancouver region.

INFORMATION

SOAR is Pacific Coastal Airline’s in-flight magazine. This attractive business & tourism publication is published bi-monthly (6 times/year). Great impact for your BC Business. More than 280,000 passengers fly Pacific Coastal Airlines. Please call Annemarie 1.800.661.6335 or email fish@blackpress.ca

EDUCATION

• Certified Home Study Course • Jobs Registered Across Canada • Gov. Certified 35 Years of Success! www.RMTI.ca

F/T CLASS 1 DRIVERS Pick-Up & Delivery

ANNUAL STARTING REVENUE $24,000 - $120,000

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE...........503-587

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APARTMENT/CONDO MANAGER TRAINING

TRAVEL.............................................61-76 EMPLOYMENT .............................102-198

EDUCATION

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Freda Hogg on October 20th, peacefully in her home, in her 99th year. Born in Poole, England, she immigrated to Canada with her parents when she was two and lived in Sumas where her father was a surveyor with the crews reclaiming the Sumas Valley. Freda moved to New Westminster to start school at age 6 and lived there until her passing. She was deeply involved in all aspects of the city she loved and she belonged to countless organizations and committees. Over the years she was also involved with the Royal Westminster Regiment and the Regimental Museum, continuing that involvement after the death of her husband, Walter Scott Hogg in 1991. She was a Life Member of the Royal Westminster Regiment Association. She was also actively involved with the 2014 Remembrance Day Committee as she had been for many years. She was the recipient of several awards, including the Queen’s Jubilee Medal and the Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award. Freda is survived by her son Walter (Raylene) of Toronto, sister Margaret (Buddy) Anderson of Vernon, grandchildren Cheryl of Vancouver, Susanne (Scott), Khrystyne and Jason all of Toronto, and 4 great- grandchildren (Sydney, Cameron, Nathan and Kylie). A celebration of Freda’s life will take place on Sunday, November 23 at 2pm in the Anvil Centre on Columbia Street in New Westminster. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Museum of the Royal Westminster Regiment, the Royal Columbian Hospital Foundation or the Make-a-Wish Foundation of B.C. and the Yukon.

Primary Focus: • Contact prospective business clients via phone and email • Develop trustworthy and informative relationships • Maintain a strong volume of calls with the assistance of our CRM system Qualifications: • Strong telephone skills • Marketing and/or creative mindset • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment • Basic computer skills • Strong command of English, both verbal and written It is also an asset if you have a good knowledge of BC communities. This is a full time position based in Surrey, BC. Black Press offers competitive compensation, a team environment, benefits and opportunity for career advancement. Please forward your resume with a brief note on why you are a great candidate to: Kristy O’Connor, Digital Sales Manager koconnor@bpdigital.ca

PART-TIME

Production Workers Black Press, Canada’s Largest independently owned newspaper group, is currently looking for part-time production workers to work at our Delta - Vantage Way 24/7 production facilities. This position is an entry-level, general labour position that involves the physical handling of newspapers and related advertising supplements. Requirements: • Prior bindery experience is preferred but not required • Motivated self-starter willing to work in a fast-paced environment performing repetitive tasks • Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. and stand for extended period of time • Ability to work cooperatively in a diverse, team-based environment • Demonstrate on-the-job reliability and dependability • Excellent communication skills and detail oriented • Completion of high-school • Must have your own transportation The applicant must be available to work afternoon and graveyard shifts (Monday to Friday) as well as be able to work on a weekly schedule with short notice. If you are interested in this position, please e-mail your resume referencing “Production Worker” in the subject line to: jobs.vantageway@gmail.com

blackpress.ca

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HELP WANTED

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160

TRADES, TECHNICAL

INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC (MILLWRIGHT)

The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!

• ORDER PICKERS & COUNTER SALES • DRIVER / WAREHOUSE PERSON

Required for Gregg Distributors. Langley warehouse distributor of industrial & automotive supplies is looking for self-motivated, energetic people to join our team. Knowledge of automotive and trucking industries is an asset. COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE Fax Resumes: 604.888.4688 or Email: info@greggbc.ca or Visit:www.greggdistributors.ca

Very busy Okanagan Subaru dealership requires immediately a Service Manager. Must enjoy a fastpaced working environment and have a minimum of fiveyears automotive management experience including, parts, service, and warranty. This is a full-time position which includes competitive wages and full benefit package. Please reply in person, email or fax your resume to: Hilltop Subaru,4407 27th Street, Vernon, BC Atten: Dayna Kosmino dckosmino@hilltopsubaru.com Fax: 250-542-1778

142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS

Customer Service Coordinator Req. for Fuchs Langley. Will take customer calls, emails & faxes, enter orders using SAP, send releases to warehouses,invoicing & expediting of orders. Must be very efficient, detail oriented, organized, capable of multi-tasking, and experienced in customer service work & computer entry. $18.00/hr. Plus Profit Sharing Bonuses. Mon.-Fri. 40 hrs./wk. Fax resume: 604-888-1145 or e-mail: dwoo@fuchs.com

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

We are a local progressive concrete pre-cast company based in Chilliwack. Duties include; preventative maint., scheduled repairs, and quick response repairs to ensure our modernized equipment runs efficiently. Routine equipment inspections and repairs are required. The Successful candidate must have good problem solving, diagnostic, interpersonal, and time management skills. Must be able to work flexible hours in a variety of conditions. Experience working with electrical systems and PLC programs would be a definite asset. Minimum requirements include completion of ITA certificate of qualification as an Industrial Mechanic, inter - provincial red seal endorsement, & a certificate of apprenticeship. Previous work experience in a related industry would be an asset.

OUR COMPANY OFFERS:

1.) Attractive Wages & Excellent Employee Benefits. 2.) Supportive, Engaged Atmosphere With Change Minded Management Group. 3.) Company Sponsored Social Activities/

Please e-mail resume, including cover letter & references: HR@ langleyconcretegroup.com

PERSONAL SERVICES 182

FINANCIAL SERVICES

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 320

MOVING & STORAGE

(Surrey Terminal)

Applicants should have an inspectors ticket, a minimum of 2 years of related experience, a positive attitude and able to work in a team environment. Experience in a freight fleet environment would be preferred as this is a busy facility providing service to a large fleet of Company Owned Trucks and Trailers. Seize this opportunity to work for one of Western Canada’s largest regional freight carriers. For more information, call Derek, at 604-587-9818 or 604-968-7149 Interested candidates should attach an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889 Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

RUBBISH REMOVAL

604-537-4140

TOPSOIL & GRAVEL

560

Running this ad for 10yrs

3 rooms for $299, 2 coats any colour

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services.

706

341

372

SUNDECKS

(Surrey Terminal)

Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. requires two (2) full-time Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanics to work out of our Surrey Terminal located at 10155 Grace Road. One (1) position is an afternoon shift starting at 3:30PM and working until midnight and the other position (1) has an 11:30PM start working until 8:00AM.

Certified crime free clean quiet building for mature adults only. 1 bdrm, gas f/p. No smokers No pets $600 + utils.

GUTTER CLEANING Call Ian 604-724-6373

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QUALITY window replacement (insulation, vinyl) with 15 years experience. Call: 778-989-3377

RENOVATIONS

Complete Kitchen & Bathroom Renovations. QUALITY WORK Call Rick 778-552-6227

All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. 778-998-7505 or 604-961-7505

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

PETS

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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS Carpentry, painting, drywall, tiles Quality work - reasonable price Martin 778-355-5840

MINI DACHSHUND PUPPIES born Aug. 30, 2 males, unique smooth coat silver dapple and black & tan piebald, raised by 13 year old girl in 4H dog obediance, well socialized. 1st shots & deworming, $850 (will go toward education fund) 604-8204827 Mission

Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.

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

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420 www.pioneerwest.com

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Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $575. 1-604-794-5844

CONSTRUCTION INC

FINANCIAL SERVICES

PETS

ZIGGY’S RENOVATIONS. All types int/ext. Quality work. Free Est. Best prices! (604)931-4224 or 992-4146

MIDAS

604-251-3382

PATRICK’S RUBBISH REMOVAL *Landscape *Trimming *Yard Clean *Const. Clean. *ANYTHING!!! 1 Ton Truck. Call Patrick for Prompt Quality Service @ 604-808-1652.

www.midascontruction.ca

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HOME REPAIRS If I can’t do it It can’t be done

. FREE Scrap Metal Removal.

EXTRA

CHEAP

Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222

RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free!

INTERIORS: Baths (reno’s/ repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, flooring, tiling, plumbing, painting, miscellaneous, etc. VERSATILE! EXPERIENCED IN OVER 30 LINES OF WORK! * Quality work * Prompt Service * Fair prices For positive results Call Robert SERVICE CALLS WELCOME

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(778)997-5757

MOVING & STORAGE

MIRACLE MOVING Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip. Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men BIG OR SMALL MOVES Start $45/hr ~ All size trucks Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca

604 - 720 - 2009

~We accept Visa & Mastercard~ JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865

The Scrapper

HOMES FOR RENT

COQUITLAM 3 bdrm finished full bsmt 2 baths NS/NP no sublets, 2yr lease. Suit mature. $1500m. Avail now. 604-526-2331

FIVE STAR ROOFING COMPLETE ROOFING + Repairs & gutters. All Roofs - Cedar, Shingles, Torch-On, Flat. WCB, BBB, Reas guaranteed. Sr Disc. 604-725-0106

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

NEW WEST KEY. 2 bdrm, 2 bath loft avail Nov 15/Dec 1. Prkg. Exercise rm, stg, lg balcony, great view. Nr transit & amens. NP/NS. $1400/mo. Call/text, 604-785-1148

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Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

182

TREE SERVICES

Furnace & Air Conditioning

604-461-0999

845

(604) 467- 5271

. Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688

374

~ Hot water tanks ~ Gasfitting/Sheet metal

1997 CAMRY, 4 door, 4 cyl, auto, loaded, new tires, AirCared, in mint cond. $3400 obo. 604-936-1270

Maple Ridge Central

PRESSURE WASHING

353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

Reno’d 2 & 3 Bdrm Townhomes 2 Level, Private Enclosed Yard, Laminate Flrg, Huge Storage Rm Nr Sperling Skytrain & elem schls Pets Ok! From $1300/mo.

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

604.540-2028 or 778.714-7815

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION

2010 Ford Taurus SE 4dr sedan, black V6 only 24,000kms, loaded, $9500 firm. 604-538-9257

APARTMENT/CONDO

Burnaby NELSON PLACE TOWNHOMES 2701 – 2755 Bainbridge Ave.

PLUMBING

BRO MARV PLUMBING 24/7 Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com 10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005

MISC. FOR SALE

RENTALS

MILANO PAINTING Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510

604-531-5935 Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic

CARS - DOMESTIC

BUILDING SUPPLIES

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

PAINT SPECIAL

338

518

NEW PLYWOOD, 48” x 40”....$5.00 2x4’s - short & long....various prices bring truck ~ 604-522-0290

www.paintspecial.com

GARDENING

Excavators, Backhoes, Bobcats & Dump Trucks for hire

359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL

604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

Low Cost. Same Day. Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062

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818

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

ELECTRICAL

DRAIN Tiles, Sewer, Water Video Inspection, Jack Hammering, Hand Excavating Call Tobias 604.782.4322

AUTO FINANCING

$45/Hr

From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899

263 EXCAVATING & DRAINAGE

810

www.affordablemoversbc.com

SANTA’S CHIMNEY SERVICES. Sweeping, Repairs, Rain-caps. www.santaschimneyservices.com 778-340-0324

260

PETS

AFFORDABLE MOVING

LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE

CHIMNEY SERVICES

477

TRANSPORTATION

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

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 233

PETS

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.

Member of BBB & WCB

Van-Kam Freightways Ltd. requires two (2) full-time Commercial Trailer Journeyman Mechanics to work out of our Surrey Terminal located at 10155 Grace Road.

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1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

TAX FREE MONEY is available, if you are a homeowner, today! We can easily approve you by phone. 1st, 2nd or 3rd mortgage money is available right now. Rates start at Prime. Equity counts. We don’t rely on credit, age or income. Call Anytime 1-800-639-2274 or 604-430-1498. Apply online www.capitaldirect.ca

PERSONAL SERVICES Commercial Trailer Journeyman Mechanic

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

SCRAP CAR Removal TOP CA$H PAID on the spot. Local Business. www.a1casper.com 604-378-2029

750

SUITES, LOWER

BURNABY 2 bdrm ste very clean, nr Metrotown, incl ldry, ns/np. Avail now. $800 +1/3utils. 604-430-8144

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

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

COQUITLAM Large bright grnd lvl 1 bdrm + den with priv entry, prkg, gas f/p & lndry. $700/mo. N/S. No dogs. Avail Nov 1st. (604)937-3534.

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

2008 SUV Ford Taurus X Ltd, AWD, all options. 125K. Black. $8000/firm Call 604-538-4883

Galloway’s

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Gotta get to y’s Gallowa

F I N E F O O D S P E C I A LT I E S

For cooks of all kinds who are looking for the finest ingredients, Galloway’s is the place to visit. This special Scottish style shop has a variety of healthy natural products for almost any recipe.

BA K I N G S P E C I A LS Pitted Dates for baking

$0.33/100g

149

/lb

Pitted Prunes Large

$0.88/100g

3 99 /lb

Dark Seedless Raisins

Medjool Dates Large

$1.10/100g

1 99

/lb

Sultana Raisins Seedless

$0.38/100g

69 /lb

Golden Raisins Seedless

$0.57/100g

2 59

/lb

Apricots Sundried

8 95 /lb

Turkish Figs Sundried New Crop

$1.32/100g

99 /lb

Calimyrna Figs USA

$1.75/100g

95 /lb

Black Mission Figs American

$0.88/100g

99 /lb

4 99

/lb

Dried

$0.62/100g

$0.82/100g

2 79

Dried

$0.88/100g

/lb

$0.77/100g

Callebaut, 53.8% Butter Fat (Cocoa)

99 /lb

$0.88/100g

/lb

8 99

5 49

/400g pkt

Carob Powder Unsweetened

4 99

/lb

Holiday Mix Nuts

Cocoa Powder - Dark Royal Dutch

$1.30/100g

/lb

22/24% Butter Fat

3 99

Natural Sliced Almonds $ 99

/lb

43.1% Cocoa Mass

$1.32/100g

Chocolate Vermicelli $1.98/100g

/lb

Whole Almonds $ 99

Callebaut, 53.8% Cocoa Butter

Medium hot. Thailand.

Dark Chocolate Callets $1.76/100g

/lb

Ginger Crystallized Chunks

Callebaut, 71% Cocoa Butter

$0.71/100g

Bitter Sweet Chocolate

/lb

Cut Mixed Peel $ 19

Semi Sweet Chocolate

$2.20/100g

3 49

$0.88/100g

/1lb bag

Red or Green Whole Cherries $ 99

7 99

/each 80g

No peel

Sundried

$1.76/100g

On stick

Deluxe Fruit Cake Mix

3 99

/lb

2 49

/lb

Organic Apricots

3 69

Dipped Chocolate Marshmallows

Mango Slices

California Tart

$1.97/100g

Pure. Large, dark.

Pineapple Rings

California

$0.44/100g

Chocolate Chips

Roasted. No peanuts. Fresh’n Crunchy, Salted or No Salt.

$1.76/100g

7 99

/lb

Cashews

Roasted. Jumbo. Fresh, Salted or Unsalted.

$1.98/100g

8 99 /lb

/100g pkt

Sale starts Friday, October 31st, ends Friday, November 14th

Galloway’s

702 SIXTH AVENUE, NEW WESTMINSTER

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

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