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Rene Boutin is making a big bank deposit... of shoes. BlueShore Financial in North Burnaby, where Boutin is the branch manager, is accepting donations of gently used shoes on March 30 for its Sun Run Shoe Renu program. All donated shoes will be cleaned and distributed by the Salvation Army. Isabelle Kin is the teller doing Boutin’s footwear finances.

New law for service dog access Wanda Chow

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Pam Andrews and her daughterin-law drove an hour from her home in Richmond to take her then-twoyear-old grandson to a regional tourist attraction. Andrews has multiple sclerosis and uses a scooter to get around. After they paid for their tickets, she was told her golden retriever service dog Cyber wouldn’t be allowed inside. She said the staff questioned her need for the dog and didn’t care that

she had government identification showing Cyber is a certified service dog. She called the Burnaby-based Pacific Assistance Dogs Society (PADS), which trained Cyber, and even they weren’t able to reason with the staff. Andrews, 53, got their money refunded but to make matters worse, when she asked to use the restroom before the long drive home, she was denied access again until the staff agreed to escort her to the washroom and back. It’s situations like these that are

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all too common for people with disabilities who rely on the support of service dogs. It’s also one that’s about to change, thanks to new provincial legislation introduced to guarantee service dogs access to anywhere the public is allowed. “With these changes we can make sure that a fully certified dog will be appropriately recognized and won’t result in someone with a disability being turned away from a service,” Social Development Minister Michelle Stilwell said when the legislation was introduced recently.

Violators such as stores and restaurants who refuse entry to service dogs will also face stiffer fines of as much as $3,000. Disability Alliance BC executive director Jane Dyson said tougher penalties were long overdue and the current maximum fine of $200 was “grossly inadequate.” The proposed Guide Dog and Service Dog Act, if passed in the legislature, will replace the Guide Animal Act which is about 30 years old. Please see HE EVEN, A3

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It’s business as usual at C.G. Brown Pool, but on Tuesday afternoon, Burnaby firefighters had a close call on their hands. A car, reportedly driven by a middleaged woman, was driven across the pool’s east parking lot before crashing into the building just before 2 p.m., according to Craig Collis, Burnaby’s assistant director of recreation. “The vehicle was half imbedded into the laundry room and fortunately there were no injuries although the lone driver was shaken,” Collis said by email. There was no one in the laundry room at the time. The driver ended up in the car’s passenger seat and needed help to get out of the vehicle, said assistant fire chief Bryan Virk. There was no serious damage to the building’s structure and there was “no breach of the chlorine system which was lucky, it just missed by a foot or two,” said Virk. “Otherwise we would’ve had our hands full with a chlorine leak. We’re fortunate that wasn’t the case.” Collis confirmed there was no disruption to the pool’s operations. The damaged area is now boarded and secured.

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‘He even puts his dirty dish in the sink’ ⫸

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There’s lots new with NewsLeader The NewsLeader has a new owner, a new publisher and will soon have a new publishing day. The sale of the NewsLeader, first announced Dec. 17, from Black Press Ltd., to Glacier Media Group closed this week. Glacier has appointed Nigel Lark, publisher of the Tri-City News, since 2009, to head up the NewsLeader’s operations as well. Lark formerly managed dailies and community newspapers in England. Before joining Tri-City News he was at the Kelowna Capital News. He replaces Jean Hincks, who has been appointed as publisher of the Langley Times and Aldergrove Star by Black Press. In addition, Glacier Media has announced the NewsLeader will be reduced from twicea-week publication (Wednesdays and Fridays) to weekly. It will begin publishing on Thursdays beginning April 9.

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As it was, Andrews said she didn’t file a formal complaint against the tourist attraction because “at the time there was no teeth to the act.” Laura Watamanuk, executive director of PADS, which was one of the groups involved in creating the new rules, said the changes are a long time coming. Currently, the only real recourse would be to file a claim with the B.C. Human Rights Tribunal, a sometimes arduous task. The new law would be enforceable by fines levied by police, she said. Andrews’ MS results in fatigue and difficulty with balance and bending down. Cyber helps out by picking up everything from a crutch to a dropped coin, pushing buttons, pulling open doors and the like. “He even puts his own dirty dish in the sink,” Andrews said proudly. A reporter saw Cyber hold off on accepting a treat of kibble until Andrews gave him the go-ahead. Despite all that, she’s been refused service by taxis, restaurants and even a hotel – she’d booked an accessible room but was told she’d have to use a pet-friendly one, yet her scooter wouldn’t fit through that doorway. So she left. Meanwhile, she’ll occasionally see people pretending their pets are service dogs to get access. Genericlooking “service dog” jackets are available to anyone online, she said. And it’s people with legitimate service dogs that are most affected. “Sometimes I get refused access and they’ll say ‘we had a badly-behaved service dog once,’” Andrews said. That shouldn’t be the case if it’s a certified and properly trained service dog whose owners would also carry proper identification, she said.

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Pam Andrews has multiple sclerosis so her service dog Cyber helps her pick up things – such as the crutch Cyber is clutching – and pull open doors, among other duties. She’s thrilled at proposed new legislation that will include provisions to provide her and her dog access to businesses and other places, and fine those caught pretending their pets are service dogs.

“It is commonplace,” Watamanuk said of the fake service dogs. The misuse is by “people wanting their animal with them for ease and convenience, which is not fair for those that the act is supposed to be supporting,” she said. “It is right of access for [people with disabilities] but it’s not right of access for somebody who just, out of convenience, wants to take a pet along with them on a flight or to the mall.” The new legislation will tackle this also, by making such incidents of misrepresentation subject to fines as well. It would also require guide and service dogs to be trained

by an accredited facility, or to get certified to those standards if they are brought in from outside B.C. or are trained by non-accredited schools. Certified service dogs will have to wear visible standardized ID tags or cards to make their status clear to business owners, landlords and transit staff. The interest that’s been shown in the new legislation since it was announced is a sign that people’s awareness of the issue is being raised, said Watamanuk. “I think the people that are out there just taking their own dogs as a convenience are going to be a little hesitant in doing so next

time. I really believe that.” Puppies-in-training will also be given the same access as fully certified dogs, said Watamanuk who noted currently businesses provide access only on a goodwill basis but are not legally required to do so. Dogs are the only animals that will be certified and recognized under the new law. Watamanuk noted that there’s an ongoing issue in the U.S. of people claiming other species of pets as often nonlegitimate service animals, from monkeys and ferrets to kangaroos and pigs. Please see NEW RULES, A5

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Metrotown library renovations to be celebrated on Saturday Burnaby Public Library is celebrating the end to renovations at its Bob Prittie Metrotown branch with an event on Saturday. After three months of work to the first floor of the branch, the entrance doors reopened on Monday, March 23. The upgraded space features more natural light, fewer barriers and a flexible design that allows the library to adapt to future demands on services and collections. Self-serve check out of items is now available, as well as a newly designed service desk that will be fully staffed. On Saturday, the celebrations begin with the Metropolitan Concert Band performing next

door in Civic Square at 10 a.m., two shows of Puppet Palooza, a free puppet show for children aged four and up, at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., refreshments at 1 p.m., and a scavenger hunt with prizes. Staff will be on hand to demonstrate and explain the new features at the library. “We want to thank our library users for their patience, understanding and good humour throughout these renovations,” said branch manager Deb Thomas. “Our staff also deserves thanks for their resilience and resourcefulness during what has been a disruptive and often noisy few months for them.” wchow@burnabynewsleader.com

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Andrews is also thrilled that certified guide and service dogs will have their tenancy rights clarified so they won’t be affected by strata bylaws restricting pets. And retired service dogs will be protected, so owners won’t have to give them up after a new dog takes over their duties. That happened with Andrews’ previous service dog, Gem, who supported her for eight years. “The dogs get very attached, very loyal, they’re with you 24/7 and to rip that partnership

apart [is difficult],” she said. In her case, she was lucky to find a friend who lived one building over who could take Gem as a pet, an arrangement that got the blessing of PADS. Watamanuk said the new rules will benefit both people with and without service dogs. “A very large component is also protecting the public,” she said. If she’s going to a restaurant, she wants to know she’ll be able to enjoy her meal even if a guide or service dog is present. “I expect that dog is going

to lay underneath the table, be seen and not heard and not a nuisance,” she said. “The public is allowed that right as well, as much as we’re allowed access.” Andrews added, as a testament to the training of certified service dogs, she’s often told when she’s leaving a restaurant, “we didn’t even know the dog was there.” The new legislation, if approved, is expected to take effect this fall. ~ with files from Jeff Nagel twitter.com/WandaChow

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Compare prices For those who drink responsibly, the opening up of B.C.’s liquor policies can only be a good thing. From Sunday openings at B.C. government liquor stores to the convenience of B.C. wine availability at grocery stores, buying booze will become more convenient. But make no mistake, competitive pricing will also be necessary in this new environment. The government has already promised to level the playing field with wholesale pricing so private liquor stores will no longer be at a disadvantage. It will be up to consumers to determine where they get the most bang for their buck and for the first little while, it’s going to take some comparison shopping. Many fear this switch to a new wholesale pricing system will hike prices of more expensive hooch. Others worry that if the government eliminates tax-in display prices, as it has promised to do to save costs, consumers will end up paying more if the shelf price isn’t lowered to accommodate the change. Meanwhile, private liquor stores, which already have tax-in pricing, aren’t likely to change their system in line with the government liquor stores and so it will be up to consumers to see where they get the most value. Typically, private stores charge a bit more for booze, because they’ve been paying more to obtain it, but consumers will want to see if private retailers are passing any savings on to customers. The province undoubtedly doesn’t want to lose its competitive advantage because booze revenue provides as much as $4.3 billion to government coffers, according to the BC Government Employees Union. The goal should be responsible alcohol consumption, convenience and competitive pricing to benefit the consumer as well as a revenue stream that keeps both government and private liquor stores strong. – Tri-City News

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Making real progress on poverty VICTORIA – The B.C. government has made its most significant moves in decades to address the needs of some of the province’s poorest people. The largest financial commitment is for a new program to help single parents escape from the welfare trap. There are 16,000 single parents in B.C. receiving provincial income assistance or disability payments, most of them women. Even if they could find an entry-level job, it wouldn’t pay enough to cover the child care they would need to go to work. Worst of all, the current system requires that if they enrol in training, they lose their income assistance, including dental and extended medical care for themselves and their children. That is the welfare trap, one of the most perverse government policies to have survived into our supposedly enlightened modern era. The new program takes effect in September. It will not only continue income assistance payments when single parents

Tom Fletcher enrol in skills training, it promises to cover their child care and transportation costs for an approved training program of up to one year. Medical and child care costs will then be covered for up to a year after training, to allow a transition to employment. Approved training means training for jobs that are identified as in demand, requiring high school and occupationspecific training that can be completed in a year or less. They include retail sales, general office work and assistance jobs in health services. Another overdue policy change is to double the allowable earnings for all income assistance recipients from $200 to $400 a month. This gives people a chance to improve their

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Concentrate on social, economic concerns It is worrisome that, instead of dealing with the pressing economic and social problems facing our country, our federal government is spending its time manufacturing concerns where none existed before. And it’s not just a case of making mountains out of molehills. It’s much worse. It’s about creating fear, suspicion and doubt. Take for example the prime minister’s proposed “life means life” bill. The implication is Canadians don’t want murderers walking the streets. Has there been a public concern about this? No. It’s a false issue. In point of fact convicted lifers never escape the sentence. One third may get out of jail after 25 years but they remain on parole for the rest of their days. The other two-thirds? They stay locked up. Another instance is government reaction to a Federal Court decision that reaffirmed the right of a Muslim woman to wear a veil while taking the citizenship oath. Stephen Harper publicly pronounced such a practice as “offensive” and “not the way we do things” in Canada. This from the leader of a multi-cultural democracy? And why single out something that, comparatively speaking, happens only rarely? Then there is the non-event created by Defence Minister Jason Kenney. He claimed

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the Metro-only numbers ignore population growth in the Fraser Valley, which also increases traffic congestion and transit demand in Metro. “We know we’ve got a good number of people living in the Valley who are working in Metro or living in Metro and working in the Valley,” Ramlo said. Add Fraser Valley population growth in, he says, and the gain for all of the Lower Mainland by 2041 is 1.22 million and the onemillion increase is reached in 2036. “Whether it’s a million people in 2036, 2041 or 2045, we still have to plan for them and it’s the planning we can do in the short and medium term that will put us in good stead ramlo to deal with those changes.” Where do all the new people come from? International immigration is by far the largest source, adding 40,000-plus net new residents most years, while there’s typically a net outflow of several thousand from Metro to other regions of B.C., a few thousand arrive in Metro from other provinces and smaller gains come from the “natural growth” of births exceeding deaths. Some referendum commenters suggest the region should stop accepting more people. But freedom of movement is a fundamental right in Canada, Ramlo notes, and immigration policy is set by Ottawa. “We’ve got really zero control over that because immigration levels are set at the federal level.” Adding more newcomers is essential to fill the jobs that will support the province’s aging, increasingly retired population, he added. “Where is your next nurse or care aide going to come from?” Ramlo asked. “It’s not just

Starbucks jobs we’re talking about. It’s people’s doctors, people’s dentists, hygenists, your physiotherapists.” Metro cities are not entirely powerless to keep new people from coming here. City councils could refuse to approve any more residential development – Port Moody did just that at one point until a funding impasse was resolved to get the Evergreen Line built. Ramlo acknowledged a new housing ban would be an option for cities, and there may be pressure for no-newgrowth policies if the No side wins. He predicted that would slow but not stop the incoming flow of people to Metro Vancouver, resulting in enormous pressure to fit new arrivals into a capped housing supply through means such as many more illegal suites. He also warned there would be a profound effect on real estate markets if all new home construction was cut off for an extended period. “There would be very significant upward pressure on prices,” Ramlo said. “You think we have affordability challenges and issues right now? In that situation, they would grow at an exponential rate.” – Jeff Nagel Referendum Questions is a 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.

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Myth: It is unsafe to eat all dyed Easter eggs. Fact: Whether dyed eggs are safe or not depends on the type of dye used. Many kits use vegetablebased dyes that are food-safe. These same pigments are used in traditional food coloring. Even if the dye has penetrated beneath the shell, it should still be safe for consumption. Kits for blown-out eggs may use dyes that are not food-safe. Also, people who are allergic to certain food dyes might want to avoid eating dyed eggs. Myth: Pastel-colored eggs have long-rooted religious significance. Fact: An Easter egg hunt is a tradition that originated with pagan spring festivals. But like many pagan practices, Easter egg hunting was eventually adopted by Christians and assigned religious significance. In the Orthodox and Eastern Catholic Churches, Easter eggs are dyed red to represent the blood of Christ shed on the cross. The hard shell of the egg symbolizes the sealed Tomb of Christ for many. In A.D. 1610 under Pope Paul V, the Christian Church officially adopted the Easter egg custom that the eggs symbolize the resurrection.

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Clean energy cars now more affordable The long awaited rebate incenfleet purchases of clean energy tives designed to encourage vehicles. British Columbians to buy clean ◼ $500,000 for research, energy cars were announced this training, and public outreach week at the Vancouver Internaon clean energy transportation tional Auto Show. technology. Minister of Energy and Mines Bill Today, electric vehicles typically Bennett announced a scheme to The incentives cost about 25 per cent more than offer incentives of up to $5,000 non-electric vehicles, for the purchase or lease of a new are expected to but the incentives will battery electric or plug-in hybrid reduce greenhouse H2 narrow that price gap. electric vehicle, and up to $6,000 gas emissions by Electric vehicle owners for a hydrogen fuel cell vehicle, the equivalent of typically save about 75 When combined with new SCRAPper cent on their fuel taking 1,400 cars IT program incentives revealed costs, which adds up to $1,600 here last week, the total savings off the road. per year. could be up to $8,250 for an An analysis will be conducted to Keith Morgan electric vehicle. identify gaps in the location of The incentives are expected charging infrastructure and determine the most to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by the effective way to deploy infrastructure funding. equivalent of taking 1,400 cars off the road and This will include looking at what locations are part of Phase 2 of the Clean Energy Vehicle (multi-unit residential buildings, downtown (CEV) program. The program will distribute parking areas, shopping centres etc.) would $10.6 million from the Province’s Innovative best support increased adoption of electric Clean Energy Fund over the next three years for vehicles. the following purposes: The first phase of the CEV program ran from ◼ $7.5 million for point-of-sale incentives for 2011 to 2014 and helped support the purchase electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. of 950 electric vehicles and the development ◼ $1.59 million for investments in charging of over 1,000 charging stations, and resulted infrastructure and hydrogen fuelling in 57,000 tonnes of direct emissions reductions infrastructure. – equivalent to taking approximately 1,000 ◼ $1 million for incentives for commercial vehicles off the road.

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The Ministry of Energy and Mines will administer and implement the CEV program through partnerships with the New Car Dealers Association of British Columbia, the Fraser Basin Council, and the Canadian Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association. Quote: Blair Qualey, president and CEO of the New Car Dealers Association of B.C. is delighted with the announcement. EV “Our members are seeing increasing interest from consumers in purchasing electric vehicles and this program will provide many with the incentive they need to make a purchase.” Visitors to the Vancouver International Auto Show, which closes on Sunday, will have the opportunity to take a clean energy vehicle for a spin. Most manufacturers are also showing their clean energy vehicles inside the Vancouver Trade & Convention Centre West.

If you would like to plug in an all-electric Nissan LEAF at your home, this weekend is the last chance you will have to get one for nothing! British Columbia’s SCRAP-IT Program kindly supplied us with one of the eco-friendly sedans as a prize in our Plug-In to Win Contest, which closes at midnight on Sunday (see below for entry details). The winner will be announced online next week and Driveway will feature an interview with the lucky winner in an upcoming edition. SCRAP-IT announced its new incentive program here last week, which offers a $3,000 rebate for electric car purchasers if they scrap a 2000 or older vehicle. This is in addition to the newly announced provincial government program detailed in our main story today. The LEAF will be on display at the SCRAP-IT booth throughout this weekend at the Vancouver International Auto Show, in the Vancouver Convention Centre West. Qualifying electric vehicles for the organization’s incentive are listed on the SCRAP-IT.ca website. Take a look because some of them, plus vehicles qualifying under the additional government program will be at the show to view and some made available there for test drives outside.

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Sportwagon scores a hole-in-one AUSTIN, Tex. – The latest seventh generation Volkswagen Golf has been a huge hit, winning the World Car of the Year award, along with the North American Car of the Year and several other titles. The effort and billions of dollars, VW invested in its small car platform, called MQB, is at the core of this success. This lighter, yet stronger platform is so flexible the Volkswagen Group has plans to use it for dozens of vehicles throughout the many brands it builds. The benefit to the consumer is a vehicle that is lighter, can use a smaller, more efficient engine and, with huge economies of scale, VW can lower the price. The Golf hatchback along with the sportier GTI is available in the market now and very soon the Sportwagon (station wagon), built on the same successful platform, will arrive. Looks One could be forgiven for not noticing the major changes in this 2015 model but that is the way VW likes to do things-- keep the exterior looking familiar, yet radically update the things that are less obvious. The one thing that should get any buyer’s attention is the new starting price of $22,495, which is roughly

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$1,100 less than the last model. In addition, the base model gets standard 15-inch alloy wheels, heated seats, Bluetooth and a backup camera for a total of $2,000 of additional value. The Sportwagon is sold as the base Trendline, the middle $24,695 Comfortline and the $30,495 Highline, with a $1,400 premium for an automatic transmission and $2,300 more for a TDI diesel engine. Inside This Sportwagon is a true sport utility vehicle. It has the lower, sportier stance of a car coupled

with a huge cargo area that would put most small crossovers to shame. The front seats are heated and the rear seats split and fold. The remainder of the cabin is the same as the regular Golf family, with front and rear passenger dimensions the same except for rear passenger headroom, which makes way for the beautiful panoramic sunroof. The dash has high quality switches and dials and even the base model is fitted with a 14.7cm (5.8-inch) radio screen that doubles as a backup camera. This screen size is a bit on the small side but VW will increase the size slightly when the 2016 model arrives this fall. Drive What can’t be seen but is instantly obvious when driving is the new 170hp 1.8L turbocharged base engine, that is so much more advanced and responsive, compared to the old, less efficient 5-cylinder in the previous model. This engine has superb mid-range torque and it runs on less expensive regular fuel. It’s efficient too, using 9.5L/100km in the city and 6.6L on the highway. The optional diesel, with 150hp, but more importantly, 236 lb.-ft. of torque is only marginally more efficient,

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rated at 7.7L city and 5.4L on the highway. Considering this engine is $2,300 more expensive, the new turbo gasoline engine will certainly be a sensible choice for drivers that don’t pile on the kms. The gasoline engine gets a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic; the diesel gets a 6-speed manual or the high-tech duel clutch automatic. It’s too bad both engines are not offered with the TDI’s transmissions. Great news for VW fans, waiting for all-wheel drive (AWD), the 2017 model will arrive with AWD in the Sportwagon and that

The Lowdown Power: 1.8 turbo with 170hp, 2.0L diesel turbo with 150hp Fill-up: 8.5L/6.4L/100km (city/ highway) Sticker price: $22,495$34,195

technology should spread to the rest of the Golf line. Verdict Volkswagen held the launch event for this Sportwagon in Texas, hoping for beautiful sunny weather but we were treated

to pouring rain. With the wipers plugging away and the radio on, this latest Golf feels all grown up, almost “Audi Light.” The smooth power, along with the good feedback to the driver, plus the well-insulated cabin reminds us why this car has won so many awards. The Sportwagon takes all the goodness of the hatchback and shares it in a slightly longer and more useful package. If you are in the market for a small sport utility, give this truly sporty utility a try. zack.spencer@drivewaybc.ca

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Private career training schools need beefed-up oversight and enforcement to better protect students, according to the results of an investigation by B.C. Ombudsperson Kim Carter. She’s recommending a student bill of rights and an expanded complaint process after releasing a 180-page report that outlines numerous deficiencies in how private training schools are regulated. “Gaps in the oversight of private career training institutions leave students vulnerable in a number of ways,” she stated in her report. The report said the career students to date have had “second-class protection” that should be equivalent to what public post-secondary students get. More than 300 private training institutions sell at least 48,000 students a year on the hope of becoming a pipefitter, commercial diver, hypnotherapist, health care assistant or naturopathic doctor — among numerous other programs that Carter said form a “significant part of our education system.” About a quarter of courses charge more than $11,000. Most students are women, many have low incomes and about a fifth of students are international. The systemic investigation of the industry came in response to repeated criticism about the quality of career training, misleading advertising and an inadequate complaints process as well as reports of fly-by-night schools that took students money then shut down or went bankrupt. Carter’s findings

back up many allegations. One complaint probed involved a student who enrolled in a traditional Chinese medicine program and later complained the school misled her into believing it would be recognized. A sincedisbanded oversight agency initially refused to hear her demand for a refund because she didn’t file the complaint within a six-month window but, after Carter’s office began investigating, the agency relented and ordered the school repay her $43,600. Carter said other otherwise valid complaints were dismissed based on strictly imposed time limits. Another career school expelled a student on the basis of a complaint made by another student without giving the accused any chance to respond to the allegations. Carter said students can be left in the dark about problems with a school or program and have few options for redress if they’re affected. The previous industry-led oversight body — the Private Career Training Institutions Agency – was eliminated a year ago by the provincial government, which promised a new regulatory model run by the advanced education ministry. The government has introduced legislation and detailed regulations are expected by fall. “It will create higher quality standards for the sector and establish broader enforcement mechanisms to better protect students,” Advanced Education Minister Andrew Wilkinson said in an emailed statement. Carter said in her report the new legislation “unfortunately” appears to address only one of six key recommendations. NDP advanced education critic Kathy

Corrigan said while the new legislation provides power to fine, suspend or close schools, it leaves major holes. She said there’s no regulation of overseas agents who recruit international students. “Language schools do not have to register under the act,” Corrigan added. “So there’s

going to be no way of managing bad apples in that group that choose not to register.” The province has placed a heavy emphasis on expanding career training to prepare the labour force for expected growth in resource sectors, such as liquefied natural gas.

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Friday, March 27, 2015 NewsLeader A21

Rules clarified for driving in left lane Pass on the left, then move over — that’s the new rule on highways Tom Fletcher

tfletcher@blackpress.ca

Drivers must vacate the left lane when a vehicle comes up behind them, unless they are passing another vehicle, avoiding debris on the road, allowing traffic to merge from the right, preparing to turn left or passing an official vehicle stopped on the highway. That will be the rule any time when the speed limit is 80 km/h or higher and traffic is moving at more than 50 km/h, under changes coming to the Motor Vehicle Act. Hogging the left lane and holding up traffic is already a ticket offence, but one that police found difficult to enforce due to the wording of the legislation, said Transportation Minister Todd Stone. The fine continues to be $109 for unnecessary use of the left lane. Stone said slow drivers in

the left lane are a big frustration, prompting drivers to pass on the right, which is also illegal. The changes are not intended to encourage people to exceed the speed limit in the left lane, he said. Amendments tabled in the legislature Monday also aim to clarify the province’s roadside driving prohibition law, after court challenges. That law gives police powers to impound vehicles and suspend driving privileges for up to 90 days after a driver blows a “warn” or “fail” level of blood alcohol on a roadside screening device. The “immediate Above is the sign drivers will see on B.C. roadside prohibition” highways as the province has changed its program took effect regulations regarding driving in the left lane. in 2010, effectively replacing most impaired driving administrative fee for those who charges with administrative register between 0.05 and 0.08, penalties, including a threeif the police officer has reason day driving ban and a $200 to believe the driver is impaired.

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B.C. recharges rebate for electric vehicles Tom Fletcher

their vehicle at home,” Bennett said.

The B.C. government has revived its emission-free vehicle subsidy program, offering up to $5,000 to buyers of batterypowered and plug-in hybrid cars. Energy Minister Bill Bennett announced the program at the Vancouver Convention Centre as it set up for the annual auto show this week. B.C. will spend $10.6 million, most of it for vehicle purchase rebates and the rest to finance new car charging stations. The program takes effect April 1 and is funded to continue until March 2018. Those scrapping a 2000 or older vehicle can receive an additional $3,250 toward a new battery electric or

That option won’t qualify for any provincial subsidy, other than for the vehicle. The program also includes rebates of up to $6,000 for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, which are still not sold in B.C. Hydrogen vehicles were heavily promoted leading up to the 2010 Winter Olympics, with a fleet of 20 transit buses provided for Whistler. They were parked late last year, after bringing in hydrogen fuel from Quebec to keep them running. If they can’t be sold they will be converted to diesel. Hydrogen fuel cell cars are available in California, although at least one manufacturer expects to have them available in B.C. within two years, Bennett said.

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eligible plug-in hybrid under the BC Scrap-It program. Even with the rebate, an electric car is more expensive to buy than a comparable gasolinepowered vehicle but the fuel savings average about $1,600 a year

compared to gasoline. B.C.’s last electric vehicle rebate program ran from 2011 to 2014, subsidizing the purchase of 950 electric vehicles and more than 1,000 charging stations. Bennett said electric vehicles and charging stations are not just a big-city option,

and some are used in his hometown of Cranbrook and other towns across the province, despite their shorter range. “Anybody with a 200-amp service can put a 30-amp breaker on their panel, put a charging station in their driveway or in their garage and charge

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Friday, March 27, 2015 NewsLeader A23

Great shopping, farmers’ market, fabulous wineries, beautiful parklands and a thriving arts community, Murrayville has it all. Life is easy and fun when everything you need and like to do is close to home.

NEW HOME DEVELOPMENT

Murrayville House – your home, your community

ith a strong sense of community and a vibrant urban core, Murrayville House in Langley is a wonderful place to call home. The boutique-style property offers a collection of 92 residences and features one- and two-bedroom homes, many with dens, ranging from 675 to 1,300 square feet. The four-storey condominium building offers exceptional contemporary living with country flair, in an established and popular community. The builder – Newmark Group, headed by Mark Chandler – has paid attention to quality, style and detail in every one of the single level suites. They have many attractive features, from the oversized private balconies and patios to the gorgeous, quality flooring throughout the entry, kitchen, dining and living areas. The gourmet kitchens will showcase sleek stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, shaker-style cabinetry, and porcelain backsplash tile. “Buyers of homes at Murrayville have the best of both worlds – urban sophistication blended with rural, idyllic countryside,” says Murrayville House sales director, Vince Pontaletta. Located in a historic neighbourhood, Murrayville House is close to great amenities, boasts mountain views, and there are five nearby golf courses and spectacular parklands. Properties in Langley also offer much lower housing costs – 57 per cent less, on average, than in Vancouver. “If in real estate, the first rule is location, location, location – Murrayville House offers that and more,” says Pontaletta. “People love the area and they love the look of the design of the homes.” He adds: “People are being very proactive about this property – it blends three key elements that are really speaking to potential buyers – an amazing neighbourhood,

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The property itself is fabulous – a lovely, lush, landscaped garden with private walkways and a central courtyard with a water fountain, along with a large amenities room with a fully equipped kitchen, outdoor patio, fitness facility and children’s playground.

a respected and experienced builder, and their dedication to quality and style. This is a great place to call home.” And that’s exactly what Murrayville is: a “home” – not a condo. It is a home that speaks to the heart of what it means to be surrounded by comfort, style and elegance in a sophisticated urban setting, surrounded by country charm. Prices for the nicely appointed new residences, with timeless beauty and lush greenery right outside your doorstep, start in the low $200,000 range – a great value for a home in the Lower Mainland. The Murrayville House Sales Centre is located at 220-230 22196 50th Avenue in Langley. Murrayville House is currently being built and the Sales Centre is expected to open on March 28 and will be available for viewings daily from noon to 5 p.m., except Fridays. For more information, e-mail: info@murrayvillehouse.com or visit: www.murrayvillehouse.com.

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Friday, March 27, 2015 NewsLeader A25

This week’s feature properties ... OPEN SAT & SUN 2-4PM

OPEN SUN 2-4PM

7179 Buffalo Street, Burnaby

#101 7533 Gilley Road, Bby

1502 Dublin Street

Beautiful 5 bdrm, 2.5 bath, 2322 sf home on a huge 9906 sf lot on a gorgeous, quiet cul-de-sac residential street in prestigious Government Road neighbourhood, close to excellent schools, parks, shopping & Skytrain. This bright & spacious home feat LR w/vaulted ceilings & wood burning f/p, newer kitch cabinets, granite counters & newer white applces & open to DR, updated main bath, h/w & laminate flrs, newer HW tank, dble wndws, 3 year old roof, wrap around 659 sf deck w/view of Metrotown, lots of storage, dble carport & lovely private hedged backyard w/lots of lawn & in-ground pool. Home shows very well!

Beautiful 2 yr old, 3 level, 2 bdrms, 2 baths, 1067 sf + 461 sf tandem dble garage end unit in Casa D’Oro close to Skytrain, schools, shopping & recreation. This bright & spacious former show home feats high ceilings on main, modern white kitchen with Island & SS applcs, crown moldings, quality light fixtures + 3 ceiling fans, large closets with organizer, lots of built-in extra shelving & storage, sundeck + 2 patio/yard areas & 2 entrances. Pets & rentals ok. Household & outdoor furniture negotiable. Shows extremely well.

Gorgeous 4 yr old, 5788 sf, custom built 7 bdrm, 7 bath home on 66’ x 132’ corner lot. This home boast very high-end finishing with wok kitch & Butler pantry, floor to ceiling wndws in stairwell, engineered stone & hdwd floors, awesome media room down, 2 bdrm legal suite down, double garage & single carport. Home needs to be viewed to appreciate it’s grandeur.

Priced at $1,198,000

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Priced at $1,800,000

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#203 525 Agnes St

#301 327 9th St

#310 225 Francis

#206 610 Victoria Street

Updated 690 sf, 1 bdrm condo in the Downtown district of New Westminster. This bright South facing suite features new wide plank laminate floors, newer paint, white kitchen with pass through to dining area, insuite laundry & huge sunny balcony. Fully rainscreened building. Conveniently located just steps to Skytrain station, all the Downtown shops, restaurants, theatres, Quay & more.

Beautifully reno’d top floor 874 sq ft 2 bdrm 1.5 bath suite. Feats newer open kitch w/ granite counters & SS applcs, tile backsplash, newer baths, engineered HW laminate flrs, newer light fixtures, designer paint, master w/ walk in closet & much more. Building is well maint’d & managed, and has FREE shared laundry, sauna, meeting room, new boilers, roof, hallway upgrades, etc. 1 cat OK.

Welcome to this bright & spacious 2 bdrm + Den + 2 full Baths 907 sq ft view suite with River & Mtn views. This 5 yr old suite feats laminate & carpet flring, granite counters, SS applcs, stunning cabinetry, BI microwave, great layout w/bdrms separated, custom granite f/p mantle, designer paint feature walls & big covered deck facing the quiet, view side. Huge master bath w/soaker tub separate from walk in shower! Building is pet & rental friendly. Full Rec facility w/huge gym, movie theater, social lounge w/ kitchen, study area &outdoor basketball court..

Spacious 2 bdrm & den, 2 full bath suite at the Point. This quiet courtyard facing unit is 1361 sf & feats floor to ceiling windows, SS applcs, granite counters & cozy f/p. The master bdrm has full ensuite bath & super large walk in closet. Large den could be used as a 3rd bdrm! Just steps to all D/T New West amenities.

Priced at $208,800 OPEN SAT 2-4PM

Priced at $248,800 OPEN SAT 2-4PM & SUN 12-2

Priced at $364,900

Priced at $439,800

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#227 15 6th St

#1701 610 Victoria St

#412 509 Carnarvon St

#1603 69 Jamieson

2 bdrm, corner unit townhome in the desirable, Whistler inspired, “Crofton” complex. This bright suite features a quaint front porch, lots of windows, laminate & tile floors, gas f/p, pass through from kitchen to dining area, covered balcony off the living room, laundry upstairs & bright master bdrm with cheater ensuite. This award winning development is located just steps from beautiful Queens Park, Canada Games Pool, Justice Institute, shopping, transit, schools & more.

AWESOME views from this fabulous, 2 bdrm + den, 950 sf, 8 yr old suite at the “Point” in D/T New Westminster. Feats laminate flrs, granite counters, SS applcs, insuite lndry, electric f/p, covered deck, 2 parking stalls, locker & more. Bldg is well maint’d & managed & has indoor pool, swirl pool, exercise room, theatre & more.

Beautiful quiet & immaculate top floor 21 year old, 716 sf, 1 bdrm + storage room/den w/river views & just steps to Skytrain, Downtown, Quay, shopping & recreation. This lovely suite is very open w/gas f/p, insuite lndry, bright kitch w/ new Fisher Paykel fridge & eating area, laminate & tile floors, newer paint, cheater ensuite w/soaker tub & more. 2 small pets ok.

Stunning, unobstructed, 180 degree views of the North Shore mtns, Fraser River & Mt. Baker is what you will see from this bright 2 bdrm suite w/newer kitchen w/SS appl, breakfast bar, laminate flrs throughout, cozy gas f/p & a spacious balcony. This solid concrete bldg is well maint’d, w/updated plumbing, newer roof/boiler & ext. paint. Great rec facilities including indoor pool, exercise room, swirlpool/sauna & billiards room. Unit comes w/storage locker & generous sized parking stall!

Priced at $379,900

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AMAZING VALUE

8 fundamental reasons why Brentwood TWO is the best real estate value in Metro Vancouver.

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THE VISION Over $1 billion invested SHOPPING & DINING 350+ of the best fashion, dining, grocery, entertainment and services are all downstairs SERVICE & SECURITY Shape’s commitment to own, operate and manage all properties in their portfolio ENDLESS VIEWS An average balcony size of 167 sq.ft. with amazing views from every home

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TRANSIT AT YOUR DOOR 100 steps to Brentwood SkyTrain station ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Expect big holiday celebrations, events, live music and public markets year round AMAZING HOMES Side-by-side washer dryer, integrated appliances and Burnaby’s best kitchen VERIFIED VALUE A sound investment with long-term appreciation & quality living

VISIT THE PRESENTATION CENTRE & THREE SHOW HOMES TODAY. 4567 LOUGHEED HIGHWAY, BURNABY (BRENTWOOD MALL). OPEN DAILY12-5PM THEAMAZINGBRENTWOOD.COM 604.563.8386 The developer reserves the right to make changes and modifications to the information contained herein without prior notice. This is not an offering for sale. E.&O.E.

WILLINGDON AVE.

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Friday, March 27, 2015 NewsLeader A29

homes OPEN

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7179 Buffalo Street, BBY SAT & SUN 2:00-4:00

#1701 - 610 Victoria Street, NW SAT 2:00-4:00 & SUN 12:00-2:00

#101 - 7533 Gilley Road, BBY SUN 2:00-4:00

#412 - 509 Carnarvon Street, NW SAT 12:00-1:30

#203 - 525 Agnes Street, NW SUN 12:00-1:30

806 4th Street, NW SAT & SUN 2:00-4:00

#301 - 327 9th Street, NW SUN 2:00-4:00

#309 - 7655 Edmonds Street, BBY SUN 2:30-4:30

#310 - 225 Francis Way, NW SAT 12:00-1:30

#209 - 580 12th Street, NW SUN 12:00-2:00

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Ocean View Cemetery

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Burnaby, B.C.

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

Accomidates one casket and one urn. Asking $10,500obo. Private Sale.

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RICHMOND KINSMEN ADULT DAY CENTRE Casual work available to provide Vacation, Leaves of Absence and work load relief

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

F/T & P/T Outdoors. Spring / Summer Work. Seeking Honest, Hard Working Staff. www.PropertyStarsJobs.com

* 5970 Kingsway Burnaby V5J 1H1 kingsway@inwest.com

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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

JOB DESCRIPTION AVAILABLE AT THE RESTAURANT

Visit us at: www.eurorite.com

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

(NOC: 6212)

This position involves the supervision of crew activities on shift to ensure high standards around people, product, cleanliness and exceptional customer service are fulfilled.

Please forward resume to: hr@eurorite.com Attention: Dave Semler or apply in person at: 212 - 19100 Airport Way Pitt Meadows, BC

New West 604.522.4900

Related experience rating within the transportation/freight industry and an excellent command of the English language, both verbal and written, is required. Applicants must be self-motivated, good at problem solving, detailed oriented and proficient in Microsoft word and excel. Above average key board skills, excellent telephone manner and a strong customer service attitude are essential. Individuals with AS400 experience will be given preference.

.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

CARRIERS NEEDED

Day & Afternoon Shifts Available at Pitt Meadows Facility with Potential for Permanent Positions. BENEFITS & UNION RATES!

CONSTRUCTION SITE In your NEIGHBOURHOOD

RATES & AUDIT CLERK We have an opening for a Rates & Audit Clerk in our Pricing department. This position will conduct rate audits of existing billings and prepare online and telephone rates/quotes from customers. It will also provide minor customer service overflow support when required. In addition, this position will relieve the afternoon shift for five (5) to six (6) weeks a year as well as covering any sick leave.

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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.

* 1359 Cliveden Ave Delta B.C. V3M 6C7 annacis@inwest.com wendyscareers@inwest.com

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

Executive Director of International Department, Sales and Marketing Sprott Shaw College is accepting applications for the position of Executive Director of the International Department. Reporting to the Vice President – International Department, the Executive Director will assist in implementing the strategic plan to advance the position of Sprott Shaw College internationally as a destination for international students. This permanent position, based out of our International Department in Vancouver, B.C. has an annual salary of between $70,000 and $80,000 (depending on experience) working 35 hours per week and includes a beneÄts package with Health and Dental plans.

For more information or to apply: Visit: sprottshaw.com/employment Email: hr1@sprottshaw.com

* 5970 Kingsway Burnaby, V5J 1H1 * 1359 Cliveden Ave Delta, V3M 6C7 wendyscareers@inwest.com

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TRADES, TECHNICAL

Commercial Transport Journeyman Mechanic (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. Seize this opportunity to work for one of Western Canada’s largest regional freight carriers. For more information, call Derek, at 604-587-9818 or 604-968-7149 Interested candidates should attach an updated resume and cover letter to: careers@vankam.com or fax: 604-587-9889 Van-Kam thanks you for your interest, however only those being considered will be contacted.

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

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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

FINANCIAL SERVICES

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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

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

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Short Term or Long term! Hotel Living

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604.488.9161

SUNDECKS

752

$45/Hr

Langley - SxS Duplex, 4 suites 8500s/f lot, full renod, new siding/ windows, rent $3400. $639K or $325K each side. 604-807-6565

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GARDENING

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REAL ESTATE 356

HOMES WANTED

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TREE SERVICES LOTS

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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

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

GIN GARDENER - Landscaping, Garden Care, Power Raking, Trimming & Paving Stones. 20 Yrs Exp. Reasonable Rates 604-781-1953 or 604-725-5561

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2008 VW JETTA SEL, 5 spd, 4dr, white, 110,000kms. 2.5 litre gas. $7000/firm. 604-5384883

mikes hauling 604-516-9237

283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627

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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

329 PAINTING & DECORATING

EXTRA CHEAP

706

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

JUNK / RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free! (778)997-5757

www.paintspecial.com

LINDEN GLEN APTS

2 coats any colour

A-1 EXTERIOR/ INTERIOR. Quality job, Senior rates, Free est, residential, commercial. Refs. 20 Yrs exp. No job too small.Call 778-980-0717

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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Gold Hammer Home Renovation

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

Maple Ridge Central

Brads Junk Removal.com. Same Day Service. Affordable Rates! 604.220.JUNK (5865)

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Chihuahua pups, playful, cuddly, family raised, vet check, 1st shots, avail now. $625. 1-604-794-5844

A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, fencing, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.

(604) 467- 5271 709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL Westwood Corporate Centre

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

PRESSURE WASHING

POWER WASHING since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Call Simon for prompt service. 604-230-0627

Call Mike 778-867-0841

PETS

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

PLUMBING

2963 Glen Drive ~ 4 story ofﬁce building ~ In the heart of Coquitlam Centre surrounded by residential high rises, commercial business & Coquitlam shopping mall. 700sf-5000sf large office space

PITTBULL pups, born Feb 24th. Blue/blue brindle. Gotti/razors edge. $1000-$1500. 604-765-0453

POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING

TOY POODLE PUPS 7 weeks old. Chocolate brown. $800 each. Call 604-820-4230, 604-302-7602

SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE

Call Ian 604-724-6373

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

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

PETS

10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Call Aman: 778-895-2005

Basement, Kitchen, Bathroom, Tile, Laminate, Vinyl, Decks, Stairs, Patio, Siding, Drywall, Insulation, Installation of Doors & Windows, Re-Roofing, Pressure Washing, Painting & much more. ALL WORK GUARANTEED. COMPETITIVE RATES.

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

604-540-2028, 778-708-6336

NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring.

604-461-0999

845 The Scrapper

Renovated, spacious & bright 1 & 2 Bdrm units. Small pet ok. From $850/mo incl heat & HW. Near Highgate.

Running this ad for 10yrs

(Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint.

~ Hot water tanks ~ Gasfitting/Sheet metal

APARTMENT/CONDO

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604.339.1989 Lower Mainland 604.996.8128 Fraser Valley

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299

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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

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HOMES FOR RENT

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

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MOVING SALE. Saturday March 28th 10am - 4pm 5709 PIONEER AVE

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

RENTALS

BURNABY - Garage Sale. Sat, Mar 28th, 9am-3pm. 7406 Imperial St. Tools, Household, Furniture, etc.

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

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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LANDSCAPING

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

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

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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

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