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All aboard for renovations: Construction to begin on Metrotown SkyTrain station. See Page A5
Stalemate in fire contract talks City of Burnaby and firefighters to go to arbitration Wanda Chow
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B.C. won’t help with $1M policing tab Attorney general turns down request for financial help for policing Trans Mountain pipeline protests Wanda Chow
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Don’t look to the provincial government to help Burnaby cover the costs of policing the protests on Burnaby Mountain last fall. A rough estimate pegged the costs at $1 million to police the area last fall as people protested and rallied against Kinder Morgan’s drilling and survey work in the park for its Trans Mountain pipeline expansion
proposal. But B.C. Attorney General Suzanne Anton said in a letter to Burnaby council that it’s the city’s responsibility. “Given the legislation, and the agreements and arrangements made to police the City of Burnaby, the city is responsible for the costs of policing required to maintain law and order in the municipality,” Anton wrote. “This includes paying costs
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any money or jobs that might come from the pipeline project, it doesn’t want any responsibilities that may result. Corrigan took the letter as a sign of the province’s response to any potential problems with the project if it goes ahead, saying, “it does not bode well for Burnaby, we will be left on our own.”
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Mediation settled nothing in contract negotiations between the City of Burnaby and its firefighters so it’s on to the next step in the process: Arbitration. That has Rob Lamoureux, president of the Burnaby Firefighters Association IAFF local 323, frustrated. So far, 15 B.C. municipalities have settled their contracts with firefighters. Of those, Vancouver and Prince George came through arbitration, said Lamoureux. Those contracts were each for four years with wage increases of 2.5 per cent per year. “Term and wages were never an issue for us,” he said, explaining the firefighters proposed the same arbitrated four-years and wage hikes. “The city still said no.” Please see UNION, CITY, A3
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A Chinese lion throws lettuce after plucking it from the doorway of a business on Hastings Street in Burnaby Heights on Saturday. According to Lunar New Year lore, the lettuce feeds the lion who is hungry after being awakened. When the lion visits, it is said to bring good luck for the coming year, the year of the sheep.
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Lamoureux questioned the need for the expense of an arbitration if it’s likely to end with the same result. The arbitration process would cost a minimum of $50,000, he said, adding that with mediation and other aspects included, negotiations could total $75,000. It’s not cheap, nor is it quick. There’s only a handful of arbitrators that both sides will likely agree on, and they’re booked up until the fall. “You’re at the liberty of their schedule ‌ You’re probably looking at the fall more or less,â€? he said. “It makes it a little more complicated than it needs to be.â€? But that looks like the only way to go. “We don’t have any other options right now. Unless we give in to the city’s demands which we won’t do. We just think they’re completely unfair
and unreasonable and they do not line up with what every other local has signed for or negotiated for.â€? Lamoureux declined to go into specifics of the city’s demands. “The local is interested in bargaining if there’s mutual gains for both sides and right now we don’t see it being very mutual ‌ It’s very one-sided.â€? The firefighters plan to initiate the process to seek arbitration, he said. When it’s all done, the arbitrator’s decision will be binding. Meanwhile, the lengthy wait for a new contract is “tough on moraleâ€? and Burnaby firefighters are “extremely disappointed with the employer,â€? he said. Deputy City Manager Lambert Chu said by email that both the City of Burnaby and firefighters’ union “have worked very hardâ€? in trying to reach a settlement. “It definitely is disappointing that we have been unable to come to a mutually acceptable resolution.â€? C
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The long-awaited major renovation of Metrotown SkyTrain station starts this week. That means as of Thursday, Feb. 26, the station’s lone elevator will be shut down to allow for construction of three new elevators and a new centre stationhouse. The elevator will be out of service until spring 2016. Until then, for anyone with mobility issues TransLink has will set up a HandyDart shuttle that will run between Metrotown and Patterson stations every 20 minutes, according to the TransLink website. But the shuttles can’t accommodate strollers, so passengers with strollers will have to get to Metrotown station some other way, with TransLink suggesting buses or walking from Patterson, a distance of about 850 metres. The three-year renovation project, the first major upgrade to Metrotown station since it opened in 1986, is expected to cost $55.5 million. It’s currently the second busiest station, serving 50,000 trips per day, with the bus loop, added in 1989, serving more than 25,000 trips per day. The station upgrade plan is designed to double capacity of the line and serve its needs for the next 30 years.
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Realtors, prospective homebuyers and sellers, and others can stop hoping that B.C.’s property transfer tax (PTT) will be discontinued. It’s never going to happen. The reason? It’s a major cash cow for the provincial government, needed to balance the budget and there’s nowhere else to raise that large chunk of cash without raising personal and corporate income taxes, and that’s not on for the BC Liberals. Here’s how it shakes down, according to a recent article by Black Press regional reporter Jeff Nagel: The PTT consists of 1% charged on the first $200,000 of a property’s value and 2% after that. That means for a $600,000 house, $10,000 is due every time it changes hands. This handy little calculation is not just a painful hit to the pocket book when purchasing a home — it’s a major source of revenue, generating $1.04 billion in 2014. The PTT raises significantly more than forestry — formerly the province’s number one industry — which only brings in about $757 million; or natural gas royalties, which at $542 million, generate about half of what the PTT does. These revenue numbers are interesting for another reason: They show how important real estate is to B.C.’s ongoing financial solidity. Without a strong real estate market, the provincial coffers would be much poorer. The province also benefits from rising property values and while there are exemptions for family transfers and first-time home buyers, it appears the property transfer tax is a necessary evil that raises millions to cover basic provincial services. A strong real estate industry and increased property values, especially in single-family homes, are therefore critical to government budgeting — at least for now. —Black Press
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Tractor trumps bulletproof car It’s so warm in Prince George, during the ongoing Canada Winter Games in that city, they had to shut down the outdoor speed skating oval, and ship those athletes a few hundred miles north to Fort St. John, to an indoor oval. And down here on the truly balmy coast, for the first time ever I had to cut my lawn in February. Truly unprecedented . . . the earliest I have ever fired up the mower was March 1, and it’s usually not until the middle of next month when the grass growth kicks in. Not only is the green stuff pushing forth; magnolias are blooming in Vancouver, my plum trees are about to flower and the wood ducks that usually arrive in March were here on Feb. 4. Coastal ski hills, for the most part are closed. Even Mt. Baker, which a few years ago recorded the world’s greatest snowfall, has all but a couple of runs completely devoid of snow. While I’m certain many in the doom and gloom global warming
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past its best-before date. So while a new ride for garden chores is in my future, there is one rig I won’t be buying: a bulletproof, grenade-proof and land-mine resistant Lexus LX570 SUV. First of all it is against the law in British Columbia, unless you have a permit, to drive an armoured vehicle for pleasure. Secondly, why on Earth unless you are a criminal (and who among them gets permits) would you want such a beast . . . and beast it is with windows thicker than a hockey puck. Built in Ontario by a company named INKAS Armoured, not only are these vehicles bulletproof, they come with handy-dandy options like smoke and road spike dispensing systems. Okay, I must admit, it would be ‘fun’ to have these features to discourage road-raged tailgaters on the freeway. But otherwise folks, who and why would anyone want or need this stuff ?
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More than 100 Metro Vancouver bus drivers a year are assaulted on the job, but new federal legislation will make it an aggravating factor to target transit workers.
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Lower Mainland bus drivers are celebrating after the House of Commons passed new legislation allowing judges to impose stiffer sentences against their assailants. “We are ecstatic,” said Nathan Woods, president of Unifor local 111, which represents Metro Vancouver bus drivers. The federal bill passed third reading Monday in Ottawa and is expected to become law in the months ahead, making it an “aggravating” circumstance that can justify longer jail terms when an assault is perpetrated against a transit operator. Woods said tougher sentencing isn’t a cureall for assaults but called it a significant new tool that should deter some aggressors. “It will create a safer environment for us,” Woods predicted. “We feel that finally it’s recognized nationally that there is a threat against transit workers across Canada.” Assaults on drivers were down in 2014 to 119 from 134 in 2013 but anxiety continues to run high for drivers after brutal attacks over the years.
The new federal legislation would confer the same status to other public transit operators, including train drivers, taxi drivers and school bus drivers.
Woods said the new law is important to the safety of passengers and other motorists and pedestrians as well because some attacks happen while
buses are moving. A pilot project is also now underway to road test the performance of a clear plastic shield designed to protect Metro bus drivers.
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A new poll now gives the “no” side a strong lead in the Metro Vancouver transit improvement referendum. The latest Insights West online survey of 653 Metro residents found 53 per cent will “probably” or “definitely” vote against the 0.5-per-cent Metroonly sales tax to fund various upgrades, while 38 per cent will likely vote in favour.
noting just one in 10 voters say they trust TransLink to deliver new projects effectively. “It clearly hasn’t helped the yes side.” The new poll breaks down the results by subregion for the first time. It shows the strongest support is in Vancouver and Richmond, with 48 per cent yes support to 35 per cent no. The most opposition comes South of the Fraser, with 62 per cent likely to vote no and 31 per cent yes.
CHOICEquotes Mario Canseco, Insights West If the yes side were to win, it simplifies matters and makes them look like geniuses. If the no side wins, then it’s the mayors’ fault.
It’s a reversal from earlier polls by the firm that had given the “yes” side a four-point advantage as recently as January. Insights West vice-president Mario Canseco said the strong gain for the no side appears to have come from drivers, middleincome earners and South of the Fraser area residents. The latest survey was conducted Feb. 12-14, after the TransLink board decided to replace CEO Ian Jarvis but keep him on as an advisor until mid-2016 rather than pay severance. Aimed at improving public confidence by installing a new CEO and a change of direction, the move has been widely criticized. “As a short-term measure to instil confidence in the voters, it failed,” Canseco said,
It’s a similar story on the North Shore, where 61 per cent are opposed and 27 per cent in favour. Burnaby, the TriCities and Maple RidgePitt Meadows had 49 per cent likely no voters and 39 per cent in the yes camp. The level of undecided voters was six per cent in Vancouver, Richmond and South of the Fraser and about 10 per cent elsewhere. The margin of error is plus or minus four per cent, 19 times out of 20. Canseco said the strong no vote South of the Fraser is surprising given the fact the area will be a main beneficiary of the upgrades. New Surrey Mayor Linda Hepner’s campaign promise to find an alternate way to build light rail if the referendum fails appears
to have fed the no forces, he said. “The fact there was a hint or a mention of a Plan B to get that light rail system going has a lot of people saying ‘Why am I saying yes to a tax hike? There’s no reason for me to vote and have a tax hike if the mayor has a solution that’s not going to cost me money.’” Canseco said the no campaign’s use of Hepner’s quotes “shows you how confusing this move has been.” Canseco said he doesn’t see the Yes campaign as a lost cause, particularly as ballots won’t arrive until the second half of March. But he said the mayors must find different messaging that works, particularly on drivers who are so far skeptical of the benefits
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and not yet swayed by warnings of crushing congestion in the years ahead under a status quo transit system. Asked if the province could make changes to TransLink that would influence the outcome, Canseco said he doubts that will happen, given recent comments by the premier and transportation minister pushing responsibility firmly at the mayors. “You start to see why they made this decision in the first place,” Canseco said of the government’s condition of a referendum for any new tax. “If the yes side were to win, it simplifies matters and makes them look like geniuses. If the no side wins, then it’s the mayors’ fault. They couldn’t campaign well. They couldn’t connect with their constituents.”
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D TEbook EVENTS We l c o m e New Neighbours Community Event: Burnaby Neighbourhood House invites new families living in Burnaby for less than five years to an evening of socializing, dinner and games. Get to know your neighbours, connect with BNH staff and find out what programs are offered for you and your family in Burnaby. When: Wednesday, Feb. 25, 6-8:30 p.m,. Where: BNH, 4460 Beresford St., Burnaby. Tickets: $3 Adults, $2 Children (aged 3-12), Children under 3 free, must be purchased in advance. Info and to register: Maheen, 604-431-0400. P re s e r v i n g N i k k e i History: Scott Owens, collection manager, speaks on how artifacts, photographs and writings are preserved at the Nikkei National Museum. Includes a special behind-thescenes tour in the collections vault, and tips on how to preserve your family’s old photos, artifacts and writings. Free. When: Saturday, Feb. 28, 3 p.m. Where: Nikkei Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby (Kingsway & Sperling). Info: 604-7777000, info@nikkeiplace. org or http://centre. nikkeiplace.org/ preserving-nikkeihistory/
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in workplaces and communities. When: Thursday, Feb. 26, 6:30-8 p.m. Where: Metrotown branch library, 6100 Willingdon Av e . , Burnaby. Info: Branka, 604-431-0400. In the Sky With Diamonds: Burnaby Neighbourhood House Diamond Ball Gala fundraiser featuring dinner, Beatles tribute band Taxmen and live music by Rainshadow. When: Saturday, Feb. 28, cocktails 6 p.m., dinner 7 p.m. Where: Firefighters’ Banquet and Conference Centre, 6515 Bonsor Ave., Burnaby. Tickets: $100 each or $900 for table of 10, available at 604431-0400 or http:// unbouncepages.com/ diamondgala/.
ONGOING Drop-In Conversation Circles for Work Permit Holders (Burnaby): Presented by MOSAIC, a multilingual nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing settlement issues affecting immigrants and refugees. When: Saturdays, until March 21, 1–3 p.m. Where: Brentwood Community
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ESL Conversation Circle: Practice your English and meet people in a friendly, relaxed environment at the Metrotown library. Each week a librarian will lead a discussion on a variety of everyday topics. Adult learners must have some knowledge of English to participate in group conversations. Free. When: Wednesdays, April 1-29 (5 drop-in sessions), 7 to 8 p.m. Where: Bob Prittie Metrotown Branch, 6100 Willingdon Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604-436-5400. MOSAIC Burnaby Seniors Club: Provides free activities for immigrant seniors aged 55+. Activities include English conversation and computer classes, workshops, field trips and more. Volunteers provide language assistance in a number of languages. All activities and services are free of charge, but registration is required. Info and registration: North Burnaby location, 604292-3907; South Burnaby, 604-438-8214.
Adult ESL Classes: For all English levels, beginners to advanced. W h e n : We d n e s d ay mornings 10-11:15 a.m. Where: Nelson Avenue Community Church, 5825 Nelson Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604-4354123. Burnaby Family Place: Drop in playtime for parents, caregivers and their children from 0 to 6 years. Drop in to meet new friends, play in a safe secure environment and learn about community resources. When: Mondays to Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: 410 Clare Ave. (one block east of Sperling and Hastings). Info: 604-299-5112. Basic Computer Course for Beginners: When: Wednesdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: Confederation Seniors Centre, 4585 Albert St., Burnaby. Info: 604-2941936.
needed, $4 drop-in, first night free. When: Every Tuesday, 7-9:30 p.m. Where: Charles Rummel Centre, 3630 Lozells, Burnaby. Info: 604-436-9475. Line Dancing: Line dance with Georgie. Beginners welcome. When: Mondays, 10 a.m. Where: Deer Lake United Church Hall (rear entrance), 5135 Sperling Ave., Burnaby. Info: Georgie, 604-5225647. Dominoes Meet: We e k l y game of Dominoes (Mexican Train) for players 55 and over. Come join our enthusiastic group playing on three tables. When: Every Tuesday, 12:30 to 4 p.m. Where: Willow room, Cameron Seniors’ Recreation Centre, 9523 Cameron St., Burnaby (N of Lougheed Town Centre). Info: 604-297-4453. Burnaby International
Folk Dancers: Learn folk dances from around the world in a friendly c l u b e nv i ro n m e n t . New dances taught every night; all levels welcome, no partner needed, $4 drop-in, first night free. When: every Tuesday night, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Where: Charles Rummel Centre, 3630 Lozells, Burnaby Info: 604-436-9475. Burnaby-New Westminster Newcomers and Friendship Club: Club welcomes women who are new to the area, as well as longtime residents. Meet women of all ages and cultures to make new friends. When: Dinner meeting the second Wednesday of each month plus various events including book c l u b, c ra f t g r o u p, social Saturdays, etc. Info: Doris at dorisfriend39@gmail. com, or 604-4924638 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Web: www. burnabynewwestmin
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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
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MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today! WE’RE ON THE WEB
AFFORDABLE MOVING
FINANCIAL SERVICES
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 If you own a home or real estate, ALPINE CREDITS can lend you money: It’s That Simple. Your Credit / Age / Income is NOT an issue. 1.800.587.2161.
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JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca
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Fully Furnished & Equipped
Short Term or Long term! Hotel Living
Like New Townhouse. Only 3 years old. Immaculate Deluxe, 2 bdrm. + Rec. Room/Office + 2 Full Bath T/House. Flr. to ceiling storage + storage rm. in garage. 6 s/s appli. d/w, w/d, Garburator. Crown Mouldings, 9ft. ceilings, H/W laminate flooring and slate tile. Gas F/P & Alarm. 1 car garage parking. Covered patio lower & outdoor patio upper. Amenities room incls. full gym, outdoor hot tub & pool. Walk to Morgan Heights shopping. NO Smoking inside & NO Pets! $2250/mo. Avail. April 1 or 15
MISC. WANTED
FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1.866.960.0045 www.dollars4guns.com.
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
604-537-4140
REAL ESTATE
604.488.9161
ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020
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FOR SALE BY OWNER
SUNDECKS
Willoughby 3lvl 5bdrm dble garage 2 bdrm furn bsmt ste ns/np suit long term. Apr 1. $2350m 604-209-5675
CONCRETE & PLACING
752 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley Running this ad for 10yrs
Placing & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates. coastalconcrete.ca
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.
ELECTRICAL
Low Cost. Same Day. Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062
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TREE SERVICES
• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422
PLUMBING
RENTALS
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PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
TRANSPORTATION 821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS
2007 Honda Civic Dx Coupe $9000 OBO. 130,000 Highway Kms. Excellent Condition, Maintenance upto-date. Includes 2 sets of tires winter/all season on 2 sets of rims. Chris 778-229-4903
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BRO MARV PLUMBING Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
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APARTMENT/CONDO
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
HOMES WANTED
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
DRAIN Tiles, Sewer, Water Video Inspection, Jack Hammering, Hand Excavating Call Tobias 604.782.4322
Langley - SxS Duplex, 4 suites 8500s/f lot, full renod, new siding/ windows, rent $3400. $599K or $295K each side. 604-807-6565
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299
Call: Rick (604) 202-5184
HOMES FOR RENT
SOUTH SURREY EXECUTIVE
JOB SEARCH - MADE EASY
www.paintspecial.com
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COQUITLAM 3 bdrm finished full bsmt 2 baths NS/NP. No sublets, Suit mature. $1400m. Avail now. 604-526-2331
~We accept Visa & Mastercard~
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
The Scrapper
2 BR apts - bright & lge ABC TREE MEN Pruning, Shaping, Tree Removal & Stump Grinding. 604-521-7594 604-817-8899
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
Central Coquitlam Co-op AND Seniors Only Building $826/mo. No subsidy. Cls to transit, schools & shops
Call Ian 604-724-6373
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353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
FIVE STAR ROOFING All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. 778-998-7505 or 604-961-7505
Furnace & Air Conditioning ~ Hot water tanks ~ Gasfitting/Sheet metal
604-461-0999 287
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
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MISC. FOR SALE
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RENTALS
STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.
Licensed - Bonded - Fully Equip. Residential Commercial, 1-3 Men BIG OR SMALL MOVES Start $45/hr ~ All size trucks Free estimate/Senior Discount www.miraclemoving.ca
Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
SAWMILLS from only $4,397 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800-566-6899 Ext:400OT.
MIRACLE MOVING
Van-Kam is committed to Employment Equity and Environmental Responsibility.
PERSONAL SERVICES
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Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
(Surrey Terminal)
RETAIL TRADE SUPERVISOR Hiring for a supermarket in Vancouver. Duties: Supervise & co-ordinate sales staff and cashiers, assign sales workers to duties and prepare work schedules, sell merchandise to customers, hire and train or arrange for the training of new sales staff. Fast pace, work under pressure, able to stand for a long period. Candidate is willing to work variable shifts and weekends. Underrepresented groups (Aboriginal, new comers, youth, etc.) are welcome to apply. 2 Years experience in sales, minimum secondary school required Salary; $17.50/hour. Please send your resume: asianamarket@yahoo.ca
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
(778)378-6683 1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING
Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic
.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
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
MOUNTAIN-MOVERS.ca
Apply by email: Attn: Virginia Hall (employer) gina_hall@shaw.ca
PERSONAL SERVICES
Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928 A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.
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HOME REPAIRS If I can’t do it It can’t be done
SOUTHWEST ROOFING • Cedar Restoration • Asphalt • Torch-On • Re-Roofs Since 85 604-760-7937
Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
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Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222 INTERIORS: Baths (reno’s/ repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, flooring, tiling, plumbing, painting, miscellaneous, etc. VERSATILE! EXPERIENCED IN OVER 30 LINES OF WORK! * Quality work * Prompt Service * Fair prices For positive results Call Robert SERVICE CALLS WELCOME Brads Junk Removal.com. Same Day Service. Affordable Rates! 604.220.JUNK (5865)
RUBBISH REMOVAL
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AUCTIONS
STORAGE AUCTION
Thursday February 26, 2015 10am to 2pm Annacis Lock-Up Storage Depot 555 Derwent Way Annacis Island 5+ storage lockers
Dasl ~ 604 945 5864 dasl@terramanagement.ca BURNABY,
LINDEN GLEN APTS Renovated, spacious & bright 1 & 2 Bdrm units. Small pet ok. From $850/mo incl heat & HW. Near Highgate.
604-540-2028, 778-708-6336
#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
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