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alexandra Lezo is mustering neighbourhood support to help her keep her pet pygmy goats, andy and toggy. she was informed by the city of Burnaby that the goats that live in her backyard are in contravention of the city’s zoning bylaws.

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Andy and Toggy have pretty much anything a couple of half brothers could want. A roof over their heads, a wooded babbling brook next door to lull them to sleep at night, a shaded deck to get out of the sun or enjoy a little “me” time, a big rock to watch the world go by, an endless trough for meals. The only problem is, they’re pygmy goats and they’re not allowed to live in Alexandra Lezo’s backyard.

Lezo acquired the two-foot-tall Clayton Hall, the city’s manager neutered goats as kids from a hobby of licencing and regulatory bylaws, farmer in Mission 11 months ago. said while goats aren’t prohibited “I’ve always loved them,” said under animal control bylaws, they Lezo of her clovencan only be kept on hoofed companions. properties zoned for “They’re fun to play agricultural use. alexandra Lezo with. They wait for Hall said there’s no difference beyou to come home.” tween keeping two goats and when someone But last week complained about two dogs. Lezo was issued a the goats, the city notice from the City issued Lezo a of Burnaby saying her property formal letter giving her until March isn’t zoned to permit the keeping of 3 to relocate them. goats. She has less than 30 days to “They’ve got a compliance find them a new home. deadline to remove the goats,” said

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Hall. “We need to make sure those goats don’t remain at the property.” Lezo said she read the city’s animal bylaws and when she didn’t see goats on the prohibited list, she thought she was good to go. She enclosed the property around her house at the end of a street next to John Matthews Creek, built the goats a barn where they sleep at night, a resting area under her back deck. She also advised her neighbours of her new friends.

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A $230-million tax break for top wage earners in British Columbia will make it harder for Burnaby to get a new hospital, and for middle class people to make ends meet, said Kathy Corrigan, the MLA for Burnaby Deer Lake. The tax break comes from the end of a two-year temporary tax on incomes over $150,000 implemented by the BC Liberals in 2013. Its termination was part of the government’s plan for the coming year as outlined in its speech from the throne delivered in the Legislature on Tuesday by Lt. Gov. Judith Guichon. “That’s revenue that could help replace schools, or Burnaby Hospital,” said Corrigan. It also means average people won’t be getting a break on fees like ICBC premiums, ferry fares and even campsite reservations, said Corrigan. “The average person in Burnaby is getting squeezed,” she said. Overall, the speech presented a cautious preview of the coming year. please see THrONe, a9

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TV reno made couple love their home Mario Bartel

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Renovating a home is stressful. Doing that renovation in front of cameras for an internationally distributed TV show can send the anxiety meter off the scale. But that’s not the way it worked for Burnaby couple Michael and Nicola Valiante and their sixyear-old son Massimo. Heck, Michael makes his living racing cars at 200 mph, so it takes a lot to faze him. So when his wife decided to act on her mother’s encouragement to entrust their reno project to the producers and design team of Love It or List It Vancouver, he just shrugged and said, “Let’s give it a try.” The premise of the show, broadcast on the W Network in Canada, HGTV in the United States, as well as internationally in markets like Sweden and Australia, is to follow homeowners as they try to resolve the problems or issues that make their home unlivable. A design team led by local designer Jillian Harris works with the homeowners’ budget to renovate and reconfigure their home so it works better. Meanwhile realtor Todd Talbot tries to convince them they’re better off moving and sets out to present them with options that will suit their needs and desires. At the end of each episode, the homeowners must decide whether they’ll stay in their renovated home, or move to a new one. The Valiantes knew they wanted to make some changes when they bought their Burnaby dream home six years ago. But rather than tackle projects on a piecemeal basis, they decided to live in it a while to see what worked for their family and what didn’t. “I wanted to be proud of my

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Michael and Nicola Valiante and their six-year-old son Massimo are loving their newly-renovated house. The seven-week renovation project played out in front of cameras last year for the TV show Love It or List It Vancouver.

home, not have that constant feeling that something needed to be done,” said Nicola, who added they rarely entertained because their home’s layout couldn’t accommodate large gatherings. With the money in the bank for a major renovation, it was Nicola’s mother, a fan of the show, who suggested they try out. That process involved filling out an online form that required details about their home, why it wasn’t working, and what sorts of renovations would be required to correct the problems. They also had to tell the producers about themselves and their family. Nicola said she didn’t expect anything to happen after she hit the send button on her computer. But a few days later a producer was in touch to arrange a casting interview to be shot on video. Shortly after that she was presenting a cashier’s cheque for their reno budget to the show’s producers and meeting

with Harris and her four-person design team. Then, the Valiantes packed up their belongings and moved out for seven weeks while contractors and work crews gutted the inside of their house to open up the living room, redo the kitchen and bedrooms and create an ensuite bathroom as well as office space for Michael. “In comparison to a regular renovation, it was so easy,” said Nicola. “We were able to trust people because they’re doing a show.” The actual production of the TV episode took seven days, some of which was spent visiting potential new homes realtor Talbot had scoped out for the couple. The cameras were rolling the first time the Valiantes stepped into their remodelled home. “It was like walking into a magazine picture,” said Nicola. “Everything was done for us.” Including personal touches like

repurposing a cherished piece of reclaimed wood that had been a fireplace mantle into a new side table and footstool. Michael said the quality of the renovation and its attention to detail made their decision to love their home easier. Hale said the split between homeowners on the show who opt to stay put in their renovated home versus those who decide to move is about 60-40. Months later, the home still looks like it’s ready to be photographed for a design magazine. When their episode aired, Nicola invited a bunch of friends for a viewing party, their first since acquiring the home. “It was a big deal to open my house for everyone to see,” said Nicola. • The Love It or List It production team tapes episodes all through the year. To apply to participate go to www.wnetwork. com/beontv

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“Goats don’t make any noise, they don’t eat food that attracts rodents,” said Lezo. But three weeks ago she put up a sign telling the story of her goats so kids walking by from nearby Clinton elementary might learn something. Shortly thereafter she got the letter from the city. Lezo said Burnaby’s bylaws need updating. After all, miniature goats are allowed to be kept in Seattle’s city limits, as well as Portland, San Francisco, San Diego, Denver, Fort Worth and St. Louis. “There’s no difference between keeping two goats and two dogs,” said Lezo, who is circulating a petition of support around her neighbourhood. She’s also planning to make a presentation to city council on Feb. 23 in hopes of amending the bylaws to permit the keeping of goats on residential properties. Lezo admits her circumstances are pretty unique to provide a good home for her pet goats. She works from home, so she can give them the attention they crave. Her property is relatively isolated from her neighbours, with lots of trees, so the goats don’t attract a lot of attention. But now that they’re a part of her family, she can’t bear the thought of parting with them. Lezo said if the city doesn’t change its bylaws, she’d rather move. “They’re like children who never grow up,” said Lezo. And, she hopes, never have to move out of the house.

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Burnaby Winter Club loses its GM Mario Bartel

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The “glue” that’s held the Burnaby Winter Club together for the past 10 years is leaving. Len McNeely has announced his resignation as the BWC’s general manager. In a letter to the club’s members, the president of its board of directors Ryan Wilson said “Len has been associated with and a prominent feature of our club for decades.” McNeely served as a coach, volunteer, director, member of the club’s hockey committee as well as played a key role in building its full-sized NHL rink. “The club owes a debt of gratitude to Len McNeely and to his family for so many years of service,” said Wilson. McNeely’s resignation comes as the BWC continues

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to investigate an incident in January when a player on one of its peewee hockey teams allegedly struck a teammate over the head with his hockey stick. The incident took place in the dressing room after a practice at the club. The parents of the alleged victim filed a complaint with Burnaby RCMP. Earlier that same week the father of another BWC player was sentenced in a North Vancouver court for uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm to Rocky Bhala, who’s now 10 years old, after a game Feb.

21, 2014 at the Karen Magnussen Arena. Terry Litt pleaded guilty and received a conditional discharge and 12 months probation. McNeely said the incidents didn’t have an influence on his decision to resign. “It’s unfortunate these incidents happen, but it is isolated,” said McNeely. “You just have to deal with it.” That includes a review of dressing room procedures and the supervision of the kids. “How everyone deals with that is being talked about for sure,” said McNeely, who

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also put his own two sons through the club’s hockey programs. One of them, Tyler, is playing professionally in Germany. McNeely said his departure is amicable and he’d still like to play some sort of role with the club. “I’ve sort of considered myself the glue there,” said McNeely. “I’ve been a good sounding board for a lot of people. Just to step back and be able to contribute strategically

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Careful study The Supreme Court of Canada has thrown out the Criminal Code provisions which deal with assisting people to commit suicide. It’s a stark reversal of the court’s decision, by a 5-4 margin in 1994, to uphold that aspect of Canadian law. This time around, the abrupt change was likely strongly influenced by the chief justice, Beverley McLachlin, who was one of the dissenting judges 21 years ago. The court has given the federal government one year to come up with new laws to deal with the issue. But a federal election is planned for October, and if there ever was an issue that requires careful study and much consultation in advance of a law being proposed, this is it. Try doing that in an election year. The judges seem almost ignorant of practical problems caused by their timetable, even as it seems obvious they have been influenced by a shift in public opinion. Most surveys suggest that about 80 per cent of Canadians are in favour of some form of assisted dying or euthanasia for people suffering from terminal illness, although just what they actually favour varies widely. Are they in favour of the Dutch or Belgian approach, where teens and people suffering from depression can be put to death by physicians? Or do they favour the far more measured approach adopted in the state of Oregon, where the patient must request drugs, both verbally and in writing, which can end their lives, and take them themselves — and only after a host of other safeguards. As people’s lives have been lengthened due to medical advances end-of -life issues are even more challenging than they have been. The issue requires careful study and more time. —Langley Times/Black Press

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Be aware of ICBC debt collectors Jeff Nagel’s recent story in the NewsLeader about the enforcement of bridge tolls brought a smile to my face. Just before Christmas I received a letter from TReO announcing they had placed a refuse-to-issue order on me with ICBC. I would not be permitted to re-insure a vehicle or renew my driver’s licence without paying my delinquent bridge toll fees. Whaaattt??? I’d signed up for automatic pre-authorization payments on my credit card long before the new Port Mann even opened, so how could I now be delinquent? Fortunately, before embarrassing myself with a lengthy rant containing naughty words to whoever picked up the phone at TReO, I looked at my VISA card, and realized that it had been renewed last May. The authorization date on my tolling account had expired. I owed $33 in crossing fees,

Mark Rushton which meant, oddly, that I’d travelled over the Port Mann an uneven 11 times since the card expired. How I managed that is anyone’s guess. On top of the $33 I was charged a further $20 for being negligent, and to get the refuseto-issue notice lifted. Of course, and as the person at the other end of the phone pointed out, they had been sending me emails with the subject line “Your TReO bill is available online” informing me that my credit card had expired. But since I knew my bill was being paid automatically I never bothered to look online or pay any attention to the emails. While I felt a bit stupid

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about my oversight, it was not deliberate as I knew each time I crossed the bridge it was costing me $3. So how I wonder, as detailed in Nagel’s story, can someone rack up $8,000 in unpaid bridge tolls and not be aware of it until ICBC refuses to renew his insurance. Even with all the late fees and interest, that driver must have been one busy boy back and forth across the Golden Ears toll bridge. Surely he would have known that one day it would, as it did, catch up with him. His wife, quoted in the story, says it’s not fair to deny people the ability to drive without the option to gradually repay the debt over time. Seems to me her husband had that option each time he crossed the bridge, but chose not to. What many people fail to understand is that ICBC is a most effective collection agency for unpaid fines, PST on vehicles

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Seeking real solutions to homelessness Re: Homeless man burned trying to stay warm Maybe this will convince Burnaby city council that a homeless shelter in Burnaby is definitely required. Thomas Roberts •••••

Maybe we will finally hold the right-wing governments in Ottawa and Victoria to account for their total failure to provide permanent social housing and effective treatment centres for the people who are requiring “emergency” shelters. Does anybody really think that overnight shelters solve the problem? Unfortunately, too many people fail to realize that a homeless shelter typically takes people in at night and sends them on to the street early the next morning, with nowhere to go. These are not homes, but for some reason people are accepting this as a way of dealing with poor individuals who suffer from mental illness, alcoholism or drug addiction. Just like the food banks that permeate our communities, pseudo-liberals extoll the virtue of emergency measures in order to avoid the reality of a fundamentally flawed system and the real cost of allowing even our most vulnerable citizens to live with some dignity and security. How dare people suggest that every community is “incomplete” until it gets a homeless shelter. I take the opposite point of view. No community should have a homeless shelter. It is not a badge of honour. It is the stain of failure. Emergency? Homelessness is the direct result of right-wing government policies and their choices in how they spend tax dollars. At the same time, their apologists try to blame local governments and demand that councils act as if it were an emergency.

Years of conscious government refusal to build social housing, while reducing taxes for the rich, is not an emergency—it is provincial and federal policy. By the way, we have some of the most progressive housing policies in the region, using density bonus money to help fund affordable housing projects. We host the mental health and addictions facilities providing transitional beds for 100 individuals, although the site was just sold by the provincial government. I could go on, but those who actually are progressive on these issues need to stop buying the Liberal/Conservative malarkey and demand that the governments responsible for health, social services and housing actually do their job. Attacking local government, funded only by property taxes, is absolutely ridiculous and counter-productive. Derek Corrigan Mayor, City of Burnaby •••••

A homeless shelter without mental health and addiction services, or accessible longterm housing is a Band Aid solution for problems seniors governments are dealing with. We may feel good if the homeless, mentally ill and addicted are not wandering the streets, but do those people who so obviously need mental health and addiction treatment and real homes feel good? I have tried to help homeless, mentally ill and addicted people in our community. Some are so ill they don’t realize the benefit of a home and do not want to move indoors. A young man wandered our streets though his Dad desperately tried to get him home. He nearly lost his foot due to “operating” on it, so was taken to hospital where he

finally received treatment for his schizophrenia and when well enough was reunited with his Dad and returned to the home he always had available to him. Kudos to City of Burnaby Coun. Colleen Jordan and the Office of the Mayor for their help with this. And thank you to our mayor and council for their efforts to ensure adequate, effective, accessible treatment and housing for all. I am in agreement with working to get our provincial and federal governments to carry out their role for those in need of accessible mental health and addiction treatment and housing. Diane Gillis —burnabynewsleader.com

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RCMP seek bank robber A customer who carried an open umbrella into the Scotiabank branch at 5901 Broadway wasn’t trying to get out of the rain. He was hiding his identity as he robbed the bank. The incident occurred on Jan. 15, at around 12:20 p.m. The suspect dropped the umbrella as he pointed a gun at a bank employee. He then went behind the counter to empty cash trays into a black shoulder bag before fleeing out the front door. A witness saw the suspect get into a blue Dodge Caravan parked beside the bank. It was found a block away and had been stolen. The suspect is described as a Caucasian or Aboriginal male, five-foot-eight to six-foottwo. A white bandana covered his face and he wore a white-and-red Chicago Bulls cap with a white doo-rag underneath, a white long-sleeved button-up collared shirt, black shoes and black track pants. He was carrying a black shoulder bag and a black handgun. Anyone with more information on the crime, or the suspect, can call the Burnaby RCMP or Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-8477.

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argued money could be saved from municipal and regional district budgets to fund transit expansion. No campaign spokesman Jordan Jeff Nagel Bateman said the Black Press province and mayors Premier Christy should focus on fixing Clark says the possible TransLink if the defeat of a proposed referendum is defeated 0.5 per cent sales tax and be “open minded” by the No side in this to options other than spring’s referendum just raising TransLink’s on transit expansion property tax. might force Metro “To go after a No Vancouver mayors vote and immediately to raise TransLink’s raise a different tax to property tax instead. pay for their wish list TransLink already would be exceedingly collects $305 million politically risky for per year – $238 per them,” Bateman said. average home assessed “They’d be ignoring at $719,000 – from its the wishes of a lot of dedicated property tax, people who want them which is charged on to fix TransLink first.” homes and businesses Mayors have in addition to consistently municipal and opposed any school property greater reliance taxes. on property tax The premier by TransLink, told reporters saying a new Friday the source is BRODIE mayors could necessary and still raise that their cities if voters reject the need taxation room to sales tax because her pay for other major 2013 election promise infrastructure. to subject any new “I don’t know how TransLink revenue many more times source to a referendum the province has to didn’t apply to greater be told,” Richmond use of existing taxes. Mayor Malcolm “If they decide they Brodie said. “But I do want to build transit have no reason to without a Yes vote believe the mayors’ in this referendum, council will ever mayors will have to approve funding from fall back, I guess, on property tax. If that’s the existing funding where the premier mechanism that they wants it to go, it will have,” Clark said at an have to be provincial event in Surrey. legislation and they “They have always will have to pay the had the ability to raise price.” money for transit Port Coquitlam through increasing Mayor Greg Moore property taxes and I said Metro mayors suppose that would have not discussed be one of the options raising TransLink’s available to them if the property tax as a referendum fails.” fallback solution to Clark said she will raise the $250 million personally vote Yes as a year extra that the the owner of a home in proposed sales tax Vancouver and added would deliver. talk of defeat may be He said the sales “hypothetical” because tax is the fairest tax mayors are very to fund the mayors’ confident of success. plan for transportation Clark and successive expansion, which he transportation said has broad support. ministers have Asked if the mayors repeatedly said mayors have considered could increase property declaring a property taxes if they wished to tax hike to be the avoid a referendum. Plan B ahead of the The No side has referendum to force

voters to decide which tax they want, Moore said no. “That tactic is not something we’re interested in,” he said. “We’re just focused on trying to be successful in what’s in front of us right now and then we won’t have to visit any other options. We can move forward with implementing the plan.” Moore said higher TransLink property taxes would hammer low-income seniors who have seen property values rise sharply over time. The property tax is TransLink’s third largest revenue source after transit fares, which generate $518 million a year, and the 17-cent-a-litre fuel tax, which raises $338 million. TransLink’s private board of directors have the power to collect three per cent extra in property tax each year without the mayors’ consent. Typically, that’s meant increases of around one per cent for existing residents, while the remaining two per cent has come from new construction. Anything more than the three per cent cap requires a vote of the mayors’ council. One reason mayors have been reluctant to raise TransLink’s property tax further is because of the wide range of assessments around the region. A $600,000 house in Langley would pay just under $200 in tax to TransLink, while a similar home in Vancouver might have an assessment and tax bill two or three times higher. (The rate

for TransLink’s tax is currently $0.3315 per $1,000 assessed value.) If the entire $250 million plan was funded instead from more property tax, it would cost the average Metro home an additional $195 a year, but, again, that figure would vary widely depending on the assessment. SFU City Program director Gordon Price said he doubts enough mayors would be willing to vote for a property tax increase for it to pass, although some mayors from cities with lower valuations might support it, creating deep divisions. “You’d rip the region apart,” he said. Price said voting in a steep property tax hike would be tantamount to “political suicide” for mayors, who he predicts would be more likely to turn the entire problem of governing and funding TransLink over to the province.

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SPORTS

Rebels fall to Bulldogs, Raiders in WCBA tourney Let’s chat!

Burnaby Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission Meeting at Bill Copeland Sports Centre This is your opportunity to see the Parks, Recreation & Culture Commission in action right in your neighbourhood. The meeting is followed by a public question-and-answer period, then everyone is invited to join the Commissioners for coffee and a chance to chat.

Wednesday February 18, 7pm

Bill Copeland Sports Centre 3676 Kensington Avenue, Burnaby Information: 604-294-7450

burnaby.ca/active

The Burnaby South Rebels came fourth at the Western Canada Basketball Tournament in Kelowna last weekend. Vancouver’s Churchill Bulldogs beat Burnaby South 86-72 Saturday to claim third place. The Rebels had gone into the tournament tied for fourth in the B.C. AAAA senior boys

rankings while the Bulldogs were sixth. South began the tourney by downing Calgary’s Bishop O’Byrne Bobcats 75-55 Thursday. But in the semifinals Friday, the Rebels fell 86-72 to the Oak Park Raiders of Winnipeg. The host Kelowna Owls went on to beat the

Raiders 70-57 in the final. The Rebels, who are led by guard Jermaine Haley who is bound for the University of Washington Huskies next season, were involved in the Burnaby/New Westminster zone playoffs. The provincial championship will be held March 11-14 in Langley.

BURNABY BRIEFS

Rough ride overseas for rugby club The Burnaby Lake Rugby Club’s top squad had a rough ride on Vancouver Island last weekend. Host James Bay downed BLRC in a BC Rugby Premier League game Saturday. The first division squad, however, fared better by beating James Bay 27-12. The women’s premier league game between Burnaby Lake and Simon Fraser University was cancelled.

Roberts nets 10 in two games Burnaby’s Alisha Roberts had 10 points in two games as the SFU Clan women’s basketball team piled up a pair of Great Northwest Athletic

Conference wins last week. Roberts hit on one of three three-point attempts in 10 minutes of floor time as SFU downed the visiting Northwest Nazarene Crusaders 83-67 Saturday. Two days earlier, she got 17 minutes playing time and scored seven points hitting on two of three from beyond the arc and on one of two free throws in the Clan’s 84-50 victory over the Central Washington Wildcats. SFU is in 8-5 in GNAC play and 12-9 overall. The Clan are in Alaska this weekend before returning to west gym to play Alaska Anchorage Seawolves (11-1 GNAC, 21-1 overall) next Thursday (Feb. 19).

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Sapperton the first residential tower in the Brewery District Eat, drink and be merry in the nine-acre, transit-oriented Brewery District, a master-planned, mixed-use community by Wesgroup. Located in the buzzing neighborhood of Sapperton in New Westminster, this rapidly transforming neighborhood is gaining attention for its cool vibe and convenience. The dynamic district offers a vibrant mix of shops, cafes, grocery stores, restaurants and office buildings. Soon, there will be high rises and new residents. The Sapperton is the first of four

residential towers in the works, launching this month. The building will offer panoramic views of the Fraser River and North Shore mountains and will attract homeowners into an exciting new area. The Sapperton marks the first tower in the area’s evolution from an industrial workspace to a residential village. The Skytrain is just a few steps from The Sapperton, making downtown Vancouver easily accessible by transit, and there’s no toll bridge if you choose to drive to the city instead. Medical offices, Save on Foods,

banks, Shippers Drug Mart, Starbucks and Brown’s Social House give options to suit any personality. There’s also a yoga studio, among other shops and services. Everything you need is right at your doorstep in this walk-to-everything community. With The Sapperton, buyers are living a forward-thinking lifestyle in a secure environment, surrounded by both a rich history and an exciting future. The Sapperton will begin selling 115 homes on 15 storeys. “We delivered retail, including a grocery store, without a single residen-

NEW HOME DEVELOPMENT

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routes makes New Westminster one tial unit built,” says Beau Jarvis, senior VP at Wesgroup. “That’s very rare for of the higher value options for new mixed use developments. But we becondominium buyers – particularly lieve in this neighborhood and think locations adjacent to rapid transit stait’s got a promising future ahead.” tions,” says Michael Ferreira of Urban Amenities at The Sapperton include Analytics. “Buying a condo located a 10,000 square foot next to a rapid premium fitness transit station is facility with squash kind of like buying courts, high-end waterfront; it’s a fitness facility, very limited comsports training, modity.” treatment room So why the and party rooms. “Brewery District?” There will be a The area was rooftop deck and Everything you need on your doorstep previously home to lots of well-lit, open the Labatt’s Brewery. With proximgreen space around the building. The Sapperton will feature townhomes, ity to transit, amenities and services rare for New West, with 1,350 square and with quality construction in a feet of living space on two levels, as well-designed new neighborhood, The well as the larger two- to three-bedSapperton represents the best value room units with two exposures, also for the life you want. Life at Brewery starting at 1,350 square feet. District begins now. “The combination of comparatively For more information visit the affordable condo prices and convebrewerydistrict.ca nient access to multiple rapid transit

• South Granville Estate

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Now in its sixth year, the Ovation Awards, recognizing excellence in the Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ new-home construction, renovation and design, is excited to announce a 77% increase in entries over last year. This increase reflects the high level of award-winning quality homes built and renovated in Metro Vancouver by GVHBA members. CEO, Greater Vancouver Home Builders’ Association, Bob de Wit: “Our GVHBA builder/renovator members work with homeowners across Metro Vancouver, representing a wide variety of design and architectural styles. From modest kitchen renovations to stunning whole-home transformations, and from familyoriented townhouse communities to luxurious custom-built estate homes, the Ovation Awards highlight the best projects GVHBA members have built, renovated, designed and marketed in Metro Vancouver. The GVHBA Ovation Awards People’s Choice Award is your opportunity to vote for your favorite new or renovated home. We look forward to your input!” Nominees for the People’s Choice GVHBA Ovation Awards 2015: The Mayfair in Vancouver: A unique and challenging home to build as the entire structure needed to be re-engineered and built within the existing structure to meet seismic and building code requirements. New West Classic: A Craftsmanstyled home, designed and built to retain the character of the older transitional homes in a historic neighborhood. Silver Lining: Transformation of this renovated home is nothing short of incredible - turning a 60’s-bungalow into modern ‘west-coast’ beauty. The original house and pool footprint was maintained (as were some elements to front exterior,) with renovation done without disruption to greenbelt/ravine. South Granville Estate: Located in a desirable neighborhood of tradition-

al homes, the unique exterior detailing is both attractive and welcoming, while its unique interior beauty is evident with a traditional dining room, living-room at the front of the home transitioning to a more contemporary great room. The Grove: The most impressive element of The Grove is its grand simplicity. Bordered by a swath of trees, this contemporary residence perfectly captures the essence of West Coast living while gracefully coexisting with its secluded surroundings. West Vancouver Horizon: This beautiful home sits in the hills of West Vancouver with a breathtaking view of the Strait of Georgia. The West Coast contemporary exterior houses a surprisingly warm transitional interior, built to suit a growing family of four. Brixton: Brixton is a collection of two- and three-bedroom townhomes located in Surrey’s Panorama neighborhood. The community’s eyecatching colonial architecture features quality designer selected materials. Jacobsen: Jacobsen is a collection of 65 modern sophisticated townhomes in South Surrey that feel just like living in a single family home only steps away from a variety of shops and services at Morgan Crossing. Basement Beauty: This exquisite wine room is located below grade (under front porch) and is encased in eight-inch concrete walls. A natural cold-cellar, features include slate flooring, barrel table and bar-stool seating, plus extra-large sink (for making wine) and separated areas for bottling, tasting, and storing wines. Housing over 500 bottles, it accommodates all bottle sizes and shapes. Virginia Crescent: A large kitchen for entertaining, a custom showpiece fireplace, along with a spacious pool table area in the living room. The overall layout of the main floor achieved all the functionality requirements, as well as a fantastic high-end open concept. Go to the burnabynewsleader.com and click on the contest link to vote. Voting begins February 17, 2015. Ovation Award finalists will be announced on Wednesday, March 4 at the Pinnacle Harbourfront Hotel, Vistas Restaurant, 1133 West Hastings Street in Vancouver. The Gala will be held on Saturday, April 25 at the Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown, 1128 West Hastings Street.

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HURRY IN FOR THE BEST SELECTION New Year, New Home, New Life sales event for a limited time! Visit presentation centre for complete details. *Ask sales centre staff for full details **Developer reserves the right to cancel or ammend offering at any time.

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

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

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INFORMATION

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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

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.

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 103

ADMINISTRATION Administrative Assistant

Trans World Security Services Ltd at #200-5050 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC is hiring Administrative Assistant for F/T and permanent position. Experience for 2 years or more as Admin Assistant or at some relevant position is required. Salary $ 22.50/hr. Duties would be to prepare invoices, reports and other presentations, schedule appointments, maintain filing system, review intra and intercompany correspondence, review electronic and other mail and distribute accordingly, maintain and order office supplies, ensure smooth office operations, file reports from various guards for record and other admin duties. Minimum work of 40 hrs/week will be given. Other benefits will be given. Should be proficient in English. Should be computer literate. Please send your resume at: sandhunarinder333@ hotmail.com or Fax at 1866-260-0462

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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 with position in the subject line

.Flagpersons & Lane Closure Techs required. Must have reliable vehicle. Must be certified & experienced. Union wages & benefits. Fax resume 604-513-3661 email: darlene.hibbs@shawbiz.ca

Only those of interest will be contacted.

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WAREHOUSE / DELIVERY PERSON ~ PART-TIME Must be energetic, hardworking, enthusiastic and a team player. Have a Class 5 driver’s licence and a clean driving record. Must be able to communicate in English. Please bring a copy of your Driver’s Abstract from the Motor Vehicle Branch when coming to apply.

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Experience preferred but is not a requirement as we will train. Must be energetic, hardworking, enthusiastic and a team player. Time must be flexible as you need to work shifts and weekends. Must be able to communicate in English.

Van Kam’s group of companies req. Highway linehaul owner operators based in our Surrey terminal for runs throughout BC and Alberta. Applicants must have winter and mountain driving experience/training. We offer above average rates and an excellent employee beneﬁts package. To join our team of professional drivers, email a detailed resume, current driver’s abstract and details of your truck to: careers@vankam.com or Call 604-968-5488 or Fax: 604-587-9889

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

Landscaping Sales & Service Opportunities Up To $400 CASH Daily

BAKERY WORKERS

HIGHWAY OWNER OPERATORS $3500 SIGNING BONUS

CARRIERS NEEDED

EDUCATION

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

for available routes email

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New West 604.522.4900 Contract Full-time In-House caregiver to parents: Full assistance for mother & supervision & direction for father with early dementia while I am at work. DUTIES: Assist with ADL, meal preparation & feeding assist, administer medication, monitor health status, companionship, housekeeping & laundry. EDUCATION: Completed High School & at least 6 months fulltime caregiver training. WAGE: $17.50/hr. WORK LOCATION: In family house, Sapperton area New Westminster, BC., option to live in our residence with private room & board at NO COST.

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Production Workers

This position is an entry-level, general labour position that involves the physical handling of newspapers and related advertising supplements.

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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.

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EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 329 PAINTING & DECORATING

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HOME REPAIRS

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ELECTRICAL

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Saving time, money & steps Before you go anyplace else,take a walk through the Classifieds for the best bargains round.

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~ ~ OPEN HOUSE ~ ~ Feb 14th ~ 2pm-4pm #110 - 45 Fourth NW Huge 680sq 1 bdrm with skytrain at your door. Outdoor patio, wheelchair friendly. Pets OK. Pat Ginn 604-220-9188 Sutton

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