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Getting answers on transit vote Referendum Questions is a Black Press series exploring issues related to the Metro Vancouver transit and transportation referendum. Voters must mail in ballots by May 29 on whether they support the addition of a 0.5 per cent sales tax in the region, called the Congestion Improvement Tax, to fund billions of dollars worth of upgrades. Read more in this series on our website.
Referendum question: How much will the sales tax increase cost? Jeff Nagel Black Press
The Yes and No sides use very different estimates of what the extra 0.5 per cent Congestion Improvement Tax will cost the typical family. The Mayors’ Council pegs the per household cost of the sales tax hike
at an average of $125 per year based on statistics on spending patterns and how much the province now collects in PST from the region. It says the increase works out to 35 cents a day, and the extra tax would be $3 on a $600 new sofa or $150 on a $30,000 car. The No side’s Jordan Bateman rejects the $125 figure and estimates a real household cost of $258 a year. His estimate – from simply dividing the $250 million to be raised each
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Twelve charges have been laid against a Surrey man for incidents at two New Westminster SkyTrain stations. Transit Police said two men broke into the 22nd Street SkyTrain station on March 1 at about 3:30 a.m., and then broke into an ATM at the station, removing the cash box. On March 3, at 4:45 a.m., New Westminster police responded to a report of a break-in at the Braid Street station. The suspect tried to break into a ticket vending machine and then broke into the station office, said police. The NWPD arrested him a short time later as he walked along the SkyTrain tracks toward the Lougheed station. Transit Police said they recognized the suspect as one of those in the March 1 incident. Police also recovered a significant quantity of cash during the investigation. Crown counsel has approved NWPDrecommended charges against Peter Harvey Hogan, 48, of break and enter, theft over $5,000, possession of break-in instruments, and disguising his face with intention to commit an offence. Please see DOZEN, A8
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CITYPAGE LILACS OF THE WORLD “I am thinking of the lilac-trees, That shook their purple plumes, And when the sash was open, Shed fragrance through the room.” If the words of poet Ann S. Stephens bring fond memories, you are not alone. Lilacs are loved and celebrated around the world. Learn more about Lilacs of the World at the New Westminster Public Library on Tuesday, March 24 at 7:00 pm. At this free program, Milada Dzevitskaya will give a slide talk about the worldwide fascination with lilacs: they are bred in dozens of varieties, celebrated in Lilac Festivals, and serve as inspiration in art from paintings to clothing. Register at library, call 604-527-4667 or email listener@nwpl.ca.
MASSEY VICTORY HEIGHTS RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION SPECIAL MEETING Wednesday, March 18, 2015 7:00 pm Mount Zion Lutheran Church (corner of 10th Avenue and Cumberland Street) The MVHRA will be holding a special meeting for members to vote on the upcoming transportation referendum, which will determine the organization’s official position on this issue. Representatives from the Yes and No sides have been invited to answer questions. All residents of New Westminster are invited to attend so that they can make an informed decision; however, only paid up MVHRA members for 2015 will be able to vote. Residents in Massey Victory Heights will be able to purchase memberships at this meeting.
Sunday, March 22, 2015 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Centennial Community Centre, 65 E. 6th Avenue This open house will feature FREE activities to try out including pickleball, carpet bowling, yoga, ballroom dancing, Mah Jong, scrabble, an art workshop and various card games. Snacks and refreshments will be served. For more details, call 604-777-5100 or email jau-yeung@newwestcity.ca
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COUNCIL MEETINGS Monday, March 23, 2015 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.
Thursday, March 26, 2015 Doors open at 6:30pm for registration, meeting starts promptly at 7:00pm New Westminster Public Library, Plaskett Room Agenda items include a presentation from Councillor Patrick Johnstone who will lead an information session on the upcoming Transportation Plebiscite followed by a question and answer period. Following the information session, we will revisit the motion from our January 29th meeting: “Be it resolved that the Glenbrooke North Residents Association endorse the Translink Mayors’ Council Vision and Investment Plan and support the “Yes” position in the upcoming Transportation and Transit Referendum with the other New Westminster partners.” Glenbrooke North resident Shawn Kampo will also give a presentation on his subdivision proposal for the property at 210 Durham Street. For more meeting information, please contact Marya McLellan, Secretary GNRA at 604-525-3975.
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NOTICE TO CITY OF NEW WESTMINSTER’S ELECTRIC UTILITY CUSTOMERS City Council has adopted a rate structure that reflects the same rate increase implemented by BC Hydro. The new rates reflect an across-theboard 6.0% rate increase, effective April 1, 2015. Although both residential and commercial rates are being revised to reflect the same rate increase, the amount of any increase in monthly electricity bill will vary depending on the amount of energy used. The electricity bill for a residential household using 1,000 kWh per month will increase by $6.02 to $106.31 per month. Even with the new approved rates, the City’s residents will continue to enjoy, on average, one of the lowest electricity rates in North America.
WEST END RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION MEETING Tuesday, March 24, 2015 7:00 pm Unity in Action Church, 1630 Edinburgh Street at 17th Street Agenda: • Highlights of the Official Community Plan visioning public consultation completed in February 2015 • New rules governing delegations to Council concerning public hearings • Information on 2015 Jane’s Walk in the West End For more information, please visit mywestend.blogspot.com or phone Elmer Rudolph at 604-521-3346.
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Patrick Johnstone takes a close-up look at the worn sandstone blocks that comprise the foundation of the old train station at Hyack Square. Johnstone will be leading a Jane’s Walk to tell people about the geological history of some of the Downtown’s heritage buildings.
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New Westminster, B.C.’s oldest city, is actually a lot older than everyone thinks. At least in the trained eyes of Patrick Johnstone. While some of the buildings in the city’s Downtown date back to its founding in 1858, the stones used to erect those structures are hundreds of millions of years old. Johnstone, a city councillor who also happens to have a Master’s degree in geology from Simon Fraser University, said those stones have their own stories to tell. And he’ll be sharing them on a Jane’s Walk to be held May 2. Jane’s Walks are based upon the premise by late urbanist Jane Jacobs that cities are made successful by their ability to connect people. The free walks, which are held in cities around the world on the first weekend in May, are led by local citizens who tell
the stories of their communities, granite chiseled from the Coast explore neighbourhoods, forge new Mountains, marble and limestone friendships. from Texada Island, sandstone When Johnstone walks through from the Gulf Islands. That’s New West’s because moving Downtown, heavy rock is Looking for leaders he looks past expensive, said An orientation session for the decorative Johnstone. people interested in hosting Victorian-era Fortunately the a Jane’s Walk will be held flourishes that Lower Mainland give its buildings Thursday, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at is in the middle 400-287 Nelson’s Court. To their historical of a geologically RSVP email Michelle.candido@ character. diverse area where translink.ca He sees the the work of ocean striations and tides, shifting plates stratifications that tell him where, of the earth’s crust and volcanic when and how those blocks of activity have created all kinds of marble, sandstone, limestone and interesting rock. granite used to construct the old The enduring quality of most buildings were first formed. rock ensured some of the city’s Johnstone said when it comes to oldest buildings survived the stone, beauty is in the eye of the Great Fire of 1898. Holy Trinity geologist. Cathedral on Carnarvon Street “Even some of the ugliest stones was rebuilt using its existing stone are pretty cool rocks.” foundation and walls after the Most of the stone in New conflagration that destroyed most West’s Downtown is local; ofthe city from Royal Avenue to
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An educational display that will encompass approximately 1,000 square feet and cost $2.25 million to complete is on the Fraser River Discovery Centre’s (FRDC) wish list. It is also the key to keeping the centre open. According to board chair Stephen Bruyneel, funding for the display is supposed to serve as operational capital that FRDC needs to secure longer term funding in order to stay viable. Currently, FRDC does not have “core operational funding” so must rely on corporate sponsorships, grants and donations to operate and money from those sources is near depletion. “The funding from the Fraser River Discovery Centre Foundation will be depleted some time this year. The funding from the Working River project is designed to replace it. But we need to have that in place before the foundation funds run out,” said Bruyneel in an email to the NewsLeader. One of the grants FRDC receives comes from the City of
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The Corporation of the City of New Westminster gives notice that it intends to grant a statutory right of way to FortisBC Energy Inc. (Inc. No. BC1023718) over City-owned property at 26 East Royal Avenue, legally described as PID: 026-688972 Lot 9 District Lot 115 Group 1 NWD Plan BCP24033. The statutory right of way is for FortisBC to install, use, and maintain underground gas pipelines and meters on the property in connection with its utility works, for a perpetual term, in exchange for $1.00. This agreement is necessary for gas servicing of the property.
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Arrest made for mall carjacking A New Westminster man has been charged with carjacking a grocery shopper in the parking lot of the Royal City Centre mall March 10. Police said the incident happened about 5 p.m as the 59-year-old victim, a New Westminster resident, was loading groceries into his vehicle. A man approached him with a knife and demanded the keys to the vehicle, which the victim provided. According to the NWPD, the stolen vehicle was involved in two incidents in Surrey in the following hours. It was seen fleeing the scene after rear-ending another vehicle. Then, at about 11:45 p.m., it came to police attention when it fled from officers attempting to conduct a traffic stop on King George Highway near Gateway Drive. The next afternoon New West police found a man sleeping slumped over the steering wheel of the stolen vehicle. Daryl John Hickey, 34, has been charged with robbery, possession of stolen property over $5,000, breach of probation and five counts of breach of recognizance.
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A movie production company filming in the region, for example, will pay sales tax on what its crews buy, but it doesn’t have direct customers here who it can force to pay more. Some retailers may even absorb the tax so their customers don’t pay more – car dealers say they may do that to ensure buyers don’t go to Fraser Valley dealers instead. Businesses pay an estimated 45 per cent of the sales tax collected in Metro Vancouver and visitors pay another five per cent, leaving residents picking up the other half of the direct costs of the new tax. Robin Lindsey, a transportation and
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Metro voters are being told that if they don’t vote ‘yes’ on the transit referendum that not only will they not get transit improvements for a decade or so, but added congestion will, in time, stifle major corridors, costing them billions of dollars and putting their lives at risk. Mayors, businesses owners, police chiefs, even doctors are all offering warnings: costs of goods and services will increase, jobs will go elsewhere, police cars and ambulances will be stuck in traffic. Every day the Yes side proposes another end-of-the-world scenario in an effort to discredit the No side’s notion that TransLink spending is out of control and that salaries are too high. It even brought in billionaire Jimmy Pattison to save the day. He wouldn’t have any interest in placing billboards along new transit lines. And he can’t fix the rudderless organization that TransLink has become. Nor can the No side, which isn’t to blame for SkyTrain failures, or that of the Compass Card. The No side didn’t fire TransLink CEO Ian Jarvis, then decide to keep paying him while hiring an interim replacement. And the No side isn’t responsible for the unfair and inconsistent tolling policy in the Metro region. The No side isn’t even suggesting that the transportation improvements aren’t needed, just that TransLink become a more accountable organization first. And even Jarvis, before he was fired, suggested a more equitable way to fund transportation improvements is needed. The Yes side is lacking support, by a wide margin, according to recent polls, so it is enacting an aggressive campaign of fear tactics to change the minds of voters as referendum ballots are being mailed out. It’s a political war that doesn’t benefit Metro residents. – Maple Ridge News
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Auditor leak has Liberals bailing VICTORIA – March has been a good month for the B.C. NDP, and it’s been a while since I’ve been able to say that. Opposition critics fired a shot amidships at the B.C. Liberal government when they began questioning the lack of progress by the new Auditor General for Local Government. This experimental vessel was launched in Premier Christy Clark’s leadership campaign, and two years after it set sail, it is listing, taking on water and in danger of sinking. The original idea was to expand the B.C. Auditor General’s office so it could check the financial performance of local governments too. Business groups were concerned about municipal taxes going up too quickly, with staff growing even as the province grappled with a hiring freeze. Mayors and councillors began to talk of mutiny over that plan, protesting that their budgets are already required to balance and are subject to annual audits. But this will be “performance auditing,” Clark insisted, not just
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making sure the figures add up. It will determine the public is receiving “value for money” on projects like arenas and services like police, by comparing different communities’ results. A new AGLG office opened in Surrey. The “value for money” promise is on the rocks. The government appointed a quasi-independent board (hello, BC Ferries and TransLink) that hired chartered accountant Basia Ruta, a veteran of the federal Auditor General office who had also served as chief financial officer at Environment Canada and had done local government audits in private practice. NDP local government critic Selina Robinson started asking why this office has spent $5.2 million and produced only one audit out of a promised 18.
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Community Minister Coralee Oakes, a former Quesnel councillor in her first cabinet post, allowed that there had been some rough water but there is smooth sailing ahead. Then came a big leak, in the form of a “work environment review” of the good ship AGLG that was given to the NDP by a seasick crew member. It described chaos below decks, with “shifting priorities and unclear direction,” as well as “wasted time and work” and “inefficient use of consultant and staff resources.” Worse, the review noted a human resources monitor had been stationed at the office for most of January to maintain a “respectful workplace for all employees.” “A peacekeeper,” as NDP leader John Horgan described the grim scene. “This is like we’re in Cyprus.” Then it was confirmed that when the AGLG board tried to conduct a performance review, Ruta’s response was to hire a lawyer. Ruta seems to be decisive
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when protecting her job, if not when hiring, running the office or meeting her own work targets. Whatever goodwill had been restored with local governments over this experiment is likely gone. Municipal staffers have been dealing with new auditor demands as their councils grind away at their own budgets, and now they see signs that what they have contributed may well have been swept overboard. Oakes remains on deck, eyes fixed on the horizon. An audit of capital procurement in Rossland is finally scheduled to be done by the end of March, she said. Similar reports on Delta and Sechelt are due in April. The latest revision of that schedule is underway, no doubt in another series of long, acrimonious meetings. Clark addressed the situation in her last question period before the legislature’s spring break this week. She didn’t have a lot to say about the AGLG’s voyage of the damned, mostly familiar rhetoric about “lower taxes, less red tape” and so on.
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The response from his office in May 2014, speaks well of the lack of the minister’s understanding of what is really going on in our neighbourhood and which continues today, a year later. It is my belief much of our traffic woes could be alleviated, if the Port Mann Bridge toll was reduced to the former level of $1.50 a crossing for cars. If the Port Mann Bridge is expected to serve our needs for the next 75 years, surely there is a formula that can be found to meet the costs, and at an attractive price to encourage motorists to use it. The recently announced incentives to get people to use the bridge are not the solution. Reducing the toll cost is the solution. I will not support the 0.5 per cent tax increase until the TransLink authority is dismantled and a Greater Vancouver municipal body is created to manage our transportation needs. The recent news of Jimmy Pattison coming aboard to oversee the use of public funds created for this project is admirable. However, it is the administration of the process that needs to be changed. All municipal entities should be included on a board that controls costs and manages the whole transit system within Greater Vancouver. John More New Westminster
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With all the other taxes we have imposed on us, e.g. levies, tolls, gas taxes, transfer fees, eco fees, health care premiums, ad infinitum, we are already far too highly taxed. Instead of conceding billions of dollars to the LNG industry and building dams when alternate sustainable energy sources are available, we could actually have our transit, health care and school systems funded appropriately, after all, it is our money they are spending and many would say unwisely. So why encourage them by giving them even more of our hard earned money? Gavin Wishart New Westminster
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Agriculture has always been a subject explored by artists. John Constable painted pastoral farms in the English countryside in the 1800s. Cows were a favourite subject of American William Henry Howe. Van Gogh captured the harvest with his brushstrokes. So it seemed only natural for Melissa Maltais to bring agriculture and art together to help raise the money needed to keep the Royal City Farmers Market (RCFM) seniors shuttle service running for a second year. On March 28, the RCFM will be the hosts for Fresh Paint, an evening of art, agriculture, wine and cheese at 100 Braid Studios. The event will bring together local artists like Susan Greig, Cliff Blank and Judy Villet to show off their studios and popular market vendors like Golden Ears Cheesecrafters, BobAli Hummus and Spread’Em Kitchen who will tickle guests’ tastebuds.
Suitably inspired and sated, visitors will even have a chance to create their own abstract work of art in the facility’s “splatter room.” Maltais, the market’s operations manager, said it will cost about $2,000 to operate the seniors shuttle again. Last year most of that money came from the River Market’s annual ONE Prize competition. But this year the market must rely on grants, donations and fundraisers to come up with the money to hire the bus and driver provided by the Senior Services Society. In its inaugural year the shuttle allowed 40 New West seniors to make the weekly trip to the market in Tipperary Park where they were able to stock up on fresh produce, meats and cheeses with a little help from $15 vouchers provided by the BC Association of Farmers Markets through a program sponsored by the Ministry of Health. Many of those seniors had mobility issues and, said Maltais, the weekly trips to the
market gave them a way to get out of their homes and forge important connections in the community. The bus provided door-todoor service. And the trip often turned into a mobile classroom with talks on kitchen skills and recipes. The seniors loved the social aspect of their market junkets, said Maltais. And the farmers at the market loved seeing the regular faces. Sometimes they’d even slip an extra beet or broccoli bunch into the seniors’ shopping bags. But more importantly the shuttle program ensured its passengers got access to fresh, healthy food when they might otherwise be satisfied to just have a sandwich for dinner. “For a few folks, it might reignite their passion for cooking,” said Maltais. To find out more about the Fresh Paint fundraiser, as well as a link to purchase tickets online, go to www.rcfm.ca and follow the link under News.
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He’s also been charged with possession of breaking instruments for coin-operated devices and mischief over $5,000. Transit Police charges were also approved for break and enter, break out after committing
an offence, possession of break-in instruments, mischief, possession of break-in instruments for a coin-operated device and mischief to obstruct the use and/or enjoyment of property. Hogan was remanded in custody until his next court appearance on Monday (March 16).
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The three P’s of renovation Every home project begins with an idea and ends with the culmination of the job. In between, there are three main components of an improvement project that can mean the difference between success and frustration: Planning, permits and protection.
Planning The initial stage of a renovation is the planning stage. Planning is when a homeowner works through the concept of the project and determines what is necessary to complete the task. Many people find it helpful to write out plans and draw up the
concept on paper. This doesn’t require expensive architectural software. A simple piece of graph paper plotted with measurements and a sketch is often sufficient for small projects. If the job will be expansive and require an architect or engineer, he or she will often provide a technical drawing. If the project focuses more on decorating than building, some find it helpful to create a design board. This is where fabric swatches, paint color samples, pictures of furniture and accessories, and any other components of the room are put together. Having a design board enables the homeowner to go to
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involving building, demolition, electrical work, or mold remediation, require permits issued by the town, province or city in which the work will be taking place. The purpose of permits and subsequent inspections is often questioned by homeowners looking to circumvent the system. However, building permits are required to ensure public safety, health and welfare as they are affected by building construction, structural strength, zoning, and code requirements. In essence, building permits are how the government regulates safety and protects both current and future residents of the property.
In many cases, homeowners will need to visit the municipal building in their respective towns and apply for a permit. The permit may not immediately be issued. Often, there is a waiting period during which the project’s legality and safety is examined. Once the project is approved, the applicant will be able to file for the actual permit(s). There is usually a fee or fees for permit application, which covers any clerical work. Work should not begin until a permit is received, and then the permit generally has to be placed in plain sight, such as in a window of the building. Please see PLAN, A10
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Depending on building codes, inspections of the work may need to take place after all of the project is completed or during certain phases. For example, the building of a deck may require inspections after footings are installed and secured, and before the upper portions of the decking materials are attached. If an inspection takes place afterward, the inspector will be looking for key code issues to determine whether the work was completed successfully. If a contractor was used, he or she may have to be present at the time of the inspection. If the work passes, an approval will be given and put on record. If the work fails, applicable repairs will have to be made and a re-inspection will be scheduled. Should a home be put on the market, all permits may need to be on file or in the homeowners’ possession in order for a certificate of occupancy to be issued to the new buyer. Failure to have permits can hold up the process or result in fines.
Protection Homeowners about to begin a project also need to emphasize safety. There are a number of things that can be on hand to make a work environment safer. These include:
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• Eye protection: This is especially important when working with flying debris, cutting items, mixing caustic chemicals, etc. • Respirator or face mask: Cover the nose or mouth when there is dust or debris in the air that can enter the lungs. When working with toxic fumes, such as when using spray paints or chemical lubricants, a respirator can offer clean air. • Boots: Proper footwear ensures protection should an item fall on the foot or when walking where nails or other sharp items are located. • Fire extinguisher: A fire extinguisher should be nearby in the event of a mishap. • First aid kit: An abrasion or cut may occur, requiring prompt care. • Gloves: When the hands need to be protected or extra traction on surfaces is required, gloves can be a necessity. • Headphones: Safety headphones can protect the ears against loud, consistent noises from power equipment and tools. • Locks: A locked cabinet can store tools, paints, chemicals, and other improvement supplies so that young children or pets won’t have access. When homeowners take the time to plan, obtain permits, and secure the needed protection for a job, they help ensure a safer job that is done correctly.
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Wright named to airport authority board Wayne Wright has a new job. Metro Vancouver has appointed the former mayor of New Westminster to the board of directors of the Vancouver International Airport Authority. The authority is a not-forprofit organization responsible for the development and maintenance of the Vancouver airport’s infrastructure. It is overseen by a board of four members from the community
at large and eight others from nominating organizations like Metro Vancouver. “Wayne Wright’s combined international business and public service experience eminently qualifies him to represent Metro Vancouver on the board of the Vancouver International Airport Authority,” said Metro Vancouver board chair Greg Moore. During his 12-year tenure
as New West’s mayor, Wright was a member of the Metro Vancouver board of directors and chaired several committees like housing and zero waste. He was also a regional representative to the Municipal Finance Authority and the vice chair of the TransLink Mayors Council. Wright’s term at the airport authority begins in May and runs for three years.
Douglas College puts on Trojan Women tragedy
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Former New West Mayor Wayne Wright has been appointed to the Vancouver airport authority board.
Why should Burnaby and New West vote yes? More skytrain service With 200 more SkyTrain cars, you’ll have a less crowded and more comfortable commute.
new B-Line rapid Bus service New B-Line rapid bus routes will provide fast, frequent, limited-stop service from Metrotown to Richmond, Metrotown to the North Shore, and SFU to Downtown Vancouver all day long.
road upgrades Road upgrades will ensure people, goods and services move more freely, efficiently and safely, while also addressing critical bottlenecks.
Together, these projects and many more meet the demands of an expected population growth of 1 million in the next 30 years, which would otherwise put unimaginable strain on an already
The ancient Greek tragedy Trojan Women has been brought to life by a cast from the Douglas College theatre department. Adapted from the original work of Greek playwright Euripides and the Charles L Mee contemporary production, the play takes place in the aftermath of the mythological Trojan War so depicts the “senseless savagery of war” through textual imagery from war survivors, intellectuals and even script from the famous Geraldo Rivera show, says director Thrasso Petras, New West student Allie Melchert is part of the ensemble depicting women with grim futures as captives of the conquering Greeks. Trojan Women runs March 20-27 at the Laura C. Muir Performing Arts Theatre, Douglas College, 700 Royal Ave., New Westminster. Tickets are between $8 and $12 and are available by calling Massey Theatre at 604 521 5050.
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Ok Tire and Automotive, Terrace BC is seeking a licensed auto mechanic partner for an OK tire franchise. E-mail: momack@citywest.ca
PETS & LIVESTOCK ......................453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE...........503-587 REAL ESTATE ...............................603-696
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Saffron Indian Cuisine (dba Pizza Factory) located at 4300 Kingsway Burnaby is looking for a Pizza Chef & an Indian Curry Assistant Cook. Responsibilites: include food assembly, food preparation, cooking, plating, garnishing, training staff, maintaining hygiene & food safety, kitchen management experience, leadership skills, assisting main chef etc. It is a permanent full time position and the wage offered is $17/hour. Minimum Secondary School & at least 1 year Pizza Cook exp req. Fluent English, Punjabi/Hindi are assets. Flexible Hours. Able to fill in shifts on short notice. Please email your resume at:
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(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. 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.
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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
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Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.
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Light Duty and Heavy Duty Cleaners required for Ultra Tech Cleaning Systems in North Van, Vancouver & Burnaby areas.
Must have experience. Good pay. Apply in person or email: 201-1420 Adanac St., Vancouver info@utcs.com
Minimum Requirements: •High school graduation •1 year experience or equivalent education and experience •Certificate of completion for Basic AutoCAD, AutoCAD 2, AutoCAD Civil 3 D, Architectural drawing or similar computer aided drawing program. •Microsoft excel and word, excellent math skills, communication skills & mechanical aptitude
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Interwest Restaurants Operating as Wendy’s Restaurants Food Service Supervisor S Permanent, F/T, P/T, Shiftwork, Weekends, Day, Night & Eves S 6 positions available S $12.00/hr + benefits available (medical & dental) S Anticipated Start date (ASAP) S 1 to 2 years industry experience S Minimum Education: some high school required This position involves the supervision of crew activities on shift to ensure high standards around people, product, cleanliness and exceptional customer service are fulfilled.
Our Company Offers: • Attractive Salary + Benefits • Extended Health Benefits & Wage • Future Personal Growth & Development • On The Job Training • Fun Supportive Atmosphere With Extracurricular Activities
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Please send updated resume and cover letter indicating salary expectations to hr@ langleyconcretegroup.com
1488 Main St. North Vancouver V7J 1C8 nvan@inwest.com .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
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A family owned enterprise with over 55 years history, seeks a highly motivated person to be part of our successful office team located in Chilliwack, BC. The primary focus of this position is to prepare clear, complete, and accurate product and detail drawings from rough or detailed sketches to meet the requirements allowing them to be used as production, catalogue, submittal and / or customer approval drawings. This will require effective communication with sales, distribution, engineering, and production staff.
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Apply at Made in India #104 8312 128 St. Surrey, BC or call 604-501-2577
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The Port Coquitlam Branch is currently hiring the following positions:
Machinist Reporting to the Foreman, you will provide Machining assistance for the re-building of components & parts. Qualifications t Journeyperson Machinist Trade ticket certification t Prior experience using precision measuring tools t Prior experience operating lathes, portable line boring equipment & drill presses t Demonstrated ability to follow instruction with attention to detail and specifications
Utility Helpers (2) Reporting to the Shop Supervisor, the duties of this entry-level labour position will include, cleaning & maintaining the cleanliness of both the shop/yard & assisting tradespeople when required. Qualifications t High School Graduate t 1 to 3 years related industry experience t Post-Secondary Electrical Trades Training t (pre-apprentice course) is required t Valid Driver’s License Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume to: Email: bcjobs@smsequip.com Fax (604) 888-9699
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Wednesday, March 18, 2015 NewsLeader A15
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 151
PROFESSIONALS/ MANAGEMENT
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 160
TRADES, TECHNICAL
INDUSTRIAL MECHANIC (MILLWRIGHT)
The Langley Concrete Group Wants You!
Food Service Manager (NOC: 0631)
Interwest Restaurants Operating as Wendys Restaurants Food Service Manager S Permanent, F/T, P/T, Shiftwork Weekends, Day, Night & Eves S 4 positions available S $17.76/hr + benefits available (medical & dental) S Anticipated Start date (ASAP) S 1 to 2 years industry experience S Minimum Education: Completion of secondary school This position manages store operations including employees, facilities and equipment in order to ensure that standards around people, product, cleanliness and exceptional customer serice are fulfiled. JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE AT THE RESTAURANT How to Apply: In person, mail, or email * 1488 Main St. North Vancouver, V7J 1C8 * 3698 Grandview Highway Vancouver, V5M 2G9 * 5970 Kingsway Burnaby, V5J 1H1 * 1359 Cliveden Ave Delta, V3M 6C7
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
wendyscareers@inwest.com
PERSONAL SERVICES 180
EDUCATION/TUTORING
APPLY NOW: A $2,500 Penny Wise scholarship is available for a woman entering the Journalism Certificate Program at Langara College in Vancouver. Application deadline April 30, 2015. Send applications to fbula@langara.bc.ca. More information: www.bccommunitynews.com/our-programs/scholarship.
182
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.
PERSONAL SERVICES 182
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
FINANCIAL SERVICES
LARGE FUND Borrowers Wanted Start saving hundreds of dollars 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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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
Central Creek Construction Refinish & Sand Hardwood & New Floors, Kitchens & Bathrooms, Build Decks, Painting & Crown Mouldings. Fencing. 28 yrs exp. 604-773-7811 / 604-432-1857 WCB centralcreek@gmail.com
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 338
300
LANDSCAPING
374
RENTALS
TREE SERVICES
706
BRO MARV PLUMBING Plumbing, heating, clogged drains BBB. (604)582-1598, bromarv.com
341
LINDEN GLEN APTS Renovated, spacious & bright 1 & 2 Bdrm units. Small pet ok. From $850/mo incl heat & HW. Near Highgate.
PRESSURE WASHING POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING
604-540-2028, 778-708-6336 ABC TREE MEN Pruning, Shaping, Tree Removal & Stump Grinding. 604-521-7594 604-817-8899
SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
PETS
Call Ian 604-724-6373
5329 Imperial St. Bby Auto Repair
POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627
477
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
PETS
shop; free standing, fncd yrd, skytrain, spray booth, hoist. 604-432-6050.
736
Fully Furnished & Equipped
PITTBULL pups purebred, born Feb 24th. Avail for viewing. Great bloodlines. $1000-$1500. 604-765-0453 Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 203
All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. 778-998-7505 or 604-961-7505
ACCOUNTING / TAX /BOOKKEEPING
INFLOW ACCOUNTING & Tax Services. T1 TAX RETURN $40+, 25% discount to seniors, students, and donors. ACCOUNTING $30+/hr. Exp. & reliable. English/Mandarin. www.ifaccounting.ca, Ph: 604-5257618
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FIVE STAR ROOFING
CONCRETE & PLACING
Recycle your unused items, place a classified ad TODAY!
.Highland Turf
GREENWORX Redevelopment Inc. Hedges, Pavers, Ponds & Walls. Returfing, Demos, Drainage, Concrete cutting, Jack hammering, old swimming pools filled in & decks. 604-782-4322
www.bcclassified.com
Shop from home! Placing & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 34 Years Exp. Free Estimates. coastalconcrete.ca
Check out our FOR SALE sections: class 500’s for Merchandise, 600’s for Real Estate, and for Automotive view our 800’s.
356
RUBBISH REMOVAL
320
MOVING & STORAGE
Call: Rick (604) 202-5184
MIRACLE MOVING 260
ELECTRICAL
Low Cost. Same Day. Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos Panel changes ~ 604-374-0062 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
281
GARDENING
15% SENIORS DISCOUNT A+ Rating with BB Bureau
•Lawn Cuts/Trim •Aerating •Leaf Cleanup •Power Rake •Hedge & Shrub Trimming •Pruning Trees •23 yrs. exp. •Insured •Free Estimates
Brad 778-552-3900 283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627
284 HEAT, AIR, REFRIGERATION
Furnace & Air Conditioning
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
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE AUCTIONS
SEIZED VEHICLE Auction, City New West, Sat. Mar. 28th @ 10:30 am www.allcityauctioneers.com
560
MISC. 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 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.
566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
604.488.9161 750
mikes hauling 604-516-9237
604 - 720 - 2009
752
625
TRANSPORTATION 845
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
FOR SALE BY OWNER
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING Across the street - across the world Real Professionals, Reas. Rates. Best in every way! 604-721-4555.
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
REAL ESTATE
ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020
SUITES, LOWER
BURNABY near Telus, 1 bdrm bsmt ste. Quiet sgle person. Close to bus - SkyTrain. N/S, N/P. $750 incl utils. Avail now. Call: (604)435-6917
YAMAHA UPRIGHT PIANO U1 walnut case, 30 yrs old, 2nd owner, Played recreationally. Well maintained. Beautiful instrument. $1950. obo. 778-808-8938
~We accept Visa & Mastercard~
The Scrapper
AFFORDABLE MOVING www.affordablemoversbc.com
$45/Hr
From 1, 3, 5, 7 & 10 Ton Trucks Licensed ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free Estimate/Senior Discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
Langley - SxS Duplex, 4 suites 8500s/f lot, full renod, new siding/ windows, rent $3400. $599K or $305K each side. 604-807-6565
Brads Junk Removal.com. Same Day Service. Affordable Rates! 604.220.JUNK (5865)
LOCAL & LONG DISTANCE
604-537-4140
627
• All Prices • All Situations • • All Conditions • www.webuyhomesbc.com 604-657-9422
www.paintspecial.com 604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley
630
Running this ad for 10yrs
PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299
604-461-0999
(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.
LOTS
SURREY: Lot for sale by owner. 9100 sf lot. 70 x 130. Ready to build new home. 12344 - 96 Ave. Surrey. Asking $390,000obo. 778-881-4717
2 coats any colour
NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.
HOMES WANTED WE BUY HOMES BC
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
~ Hot water tanks ~ Gasfitting/Sheet metal
329 PAINTING & DECORATING
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 May 1
TOY POODLE PUPS 6 weeks old. Chocolate brown. $800 each. Call 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602
STEEL BUILDINGS...”SPRING SALES WITH HOT SAVINGS!” All steel building models and sizes are now on sale. Get your building deal while it’s hot. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca
bcclassified.com
Short Term or Long term! Hotel Living
Shih tzu, male, 4 mos, one left, $500. Call (604)316-9495 or 604795-5626
509
HOMES FOR RENT
SOUTH SURREY EXECUTIVE
Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $675. 1-604-794-5844
Need CA$H Today? Own a vehicle? Borrow up to $25,000. Snapcarcash.com 604-777-5046
APARTMENT/CONDO
BURNABY,
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005
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.
PLUMBING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
372
RENTALS
SUNDECKS 706
Ask about our
APARTMENT/CONDO
2 BR apts - bright & lge
99
$
Central Coquitlam Co-op AND Seniors Only Building $826/mo. No subsidy. Cls to transit, schools & shops
ROOM SPECIAL
CALL TODAY! 604-803-5041
Dasl ~ 604 945 5864 dasl@terramanagement.ca
www.benchmarkpainting.ca
. Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 .Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing and vinyl. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
WITNESSES NEEDED We are seeking information regarding a car accident that occurred on Friday, October 17, 2014 at about 3:15 pm on Cariboo Road and Stormont Avenue, in Burnaby, BC. A grey Honda Civic was traveling eastbound on Cariboo Road followed by a small light coloured vehicle. The grey Honda Civic stopped at Stormont Avenue at a red light and was reardended by the small light coloured vehicle. The light coloured vehicle turned left onto Cariboo Road North and left the scene of the accident. If you have any information call: Anthony Thomas at 604-689-8888
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BREMNER’S ORGANIC FROZEN FRUITS
AMY’S ORGANIC POT PIE Select Varieties Assorted Sizes Product of USA
EARTH BALANCE BUTTERY SPREADS
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BLUE DIAMOND NON-DAIRY GLUTEN-FREE BEVERAGES Assorted Varieties 1.89 L Product of USA
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PRAIRIE NATURALS ORGANIC GLUTEN FREE COCONUT CHIPS
SPECIALS Prices effective March 16 to 22, 2015. While quantities last. No rainchecks.
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Packed with Healthy Varieties
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LEMONS
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PRODUCE AISLE MAISON ORPHEE ORGANIC COCONUT OIL
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Coconut Oil 454g
Coconut Oil Deodorized 454g
7
50 ea
EARTH’S OWN NON-DAIRY CASHEW MILK
Assorted Varieties 1.8 L Product of Canada
3
$1.00
ORGANIC AMBROSIA APPLES
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LAVAZZA ITALIAN COFFEE Select Varieties
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