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WOMAN SHOT: Burnaby RCMP investigators were called to Dubois Street early Sunday morning after a call of shots fired.

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Man arrested after woman shot multiple times RCMP investigators arrested a Burnaby man after a woman was shot outside a local home early Sunday morning. Officers responded to a report of shots being fired around 4:10 a.m. in the area of Dubois Street near Joffre Avenue, east of Boundary Road and south

of Imperial and Central Park. Once on scene, officers located a woman suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The woman was transported to hospital with serious injuries. The Burnaby RCMP serious crime section has

taken over the investigation. Cpl. Brett Cunningham told the NOW on Sunday afternoon that the woman is 25 years old and from Surrey. She knew the suspect who was arrested, a 43-year-old Burnaby man, Cunningham said. Cunningham could not

say if the suspect lived where the shooting took place, and it was unclear why the woman was on Dubois Street. Cunningham said the shooting is not related to a spate of gang-related shootings in MetroVancouver. “Although this investi-

gation is in its early stages, the initial information gathered by officers suggests this was a targeted shooting,” said a Burnaby RCMP news release. “There is no indication of any ongoing threat to the public as a result of this incident.” Anyone with informa-

tion about this incident can contact the Burnaby RCMP non-emergency line at 604-646-9999. If you would rather stay anonymous, you can submit your information to Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477 or go to www. solvecrime.ca.

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City raising property taxes, shows surplus Chris Campbell

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Burnaby city council approved a property tax increase at its April 26 meeting as the city reported a 2020 surplus of $139 million. Council approved an increase of 2.95%, which is more than the 1.75% increase approved in 2020, although the city says its utilities charges won’t in-

crease in 2021. The increase is expected to generate more than $292 million in revenue, according to a city finance staff report, and will amount to an additional $53.68 of property taxes on the average residential property valued at $1,101,558. The report said city operating and capital expenditures will increase nearly 6.5% – to-

talling $559,504,800 for operating costs and $293,590,600 for capital. One example of increased operating costs is additional programming for the recent purchase of the 3713 Kensington Ave. recreation centre – formerly known as the Fortius fitness centre. Meanwhile, the City of Burnaby has also reported a “healthy” surplus for 2020 despite the

COVID-19 pandemic. Noreen Kassam, Burnaby’s director of finance, presented the 2020 annual municipal report to council on April 14. “The city’s financial position continued to be healthy throughout 2020 with an increase in annual surplus of $139.0 million (2019 – $112.9 million), bringing the accumulated surplus to $4.7 billion (2019 – $4.5 billion),”

Kassam wrote. Kassam said in the report that the 2020 annual surplus of $139 million is lower than the budgeted surplus of $145.3 million by $6.3 million. The city lost out on millions in gaming revenue with the closure of the Grand Villa Casino that continues today, the report said. The lower-than-budgeted revenues are also

due to other factors: Ð lower-than-anticipated community benefit bonus contributions received from applicants largely due to market uncertainty and changes to municipal and provincial policies regulating development. Ð lower-than-budgeted parks program revenue, city parking and rental revenues as a result of COVID-19.

Police looking for dashcam footage of head-on collision Cornelia Naylor

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Police are looking for dashcam video that might shed more light on a headon collision in Burnaby that sent a man and woman in their 50s to hospital with life-threatening injuries last week. Police came upon the scene on Canada Way at Hazelmere Street on April 28 just after 3 p.m., according to a Burnaby RCMP news release. A sedan headed westbound down Canada Way had collided head-on with a pickup truck, according to spokesperson Cpl. Mike Kalanj. The driver of the sedan, a woman in her 50s, and one of her passengers, a man in his 50s, were rushed to hospital with serious, life-threatening injuries, Kalanj said. Another passenger was taken to hospital with serious but not life-threaten-

Head-on collisions: Police are looking for dashcam footage of this accident. PHOTO RYAN STELTING

ing injuries, and the driver of the pickup was uninjured, according to police. Burnaby RCMP’s crim-

inal collision investigation team is investigating the crash and looking for witnesses.

“We’re looking for dashcam video of the incident, but we would also like to speak to anyone that saw

the collision,” Kalanj said. “If you witnessed the collision, then drove or walked away, we would like to

speak to you.” Contact Burnaby RCMP at 604-646-9999.

Council names May 10 day to ﬁght anti-Asian racism Chris Campbell

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Burnaby council has passed a proclamation declaring May 10 a Day of Action Against Asian Racism. The decision was in response to a plea from the group Stand With Asians

Coalition and Burnaby resident Doris Mah. “As a racialized woman of Asian descent, I have experienced numerous racist incidents because of the colour of my skin,” Mah wrote in a recent letter to the NOW. “I have been stopped while driving, in the middle of the

road, by a white man telling me to go back to China. My elderly mother has also experienced hostile stares and verbal assaults on public transit.We must condemn all forms of hate in public spaces as it creates unsafe conditions for members of the Asian, Black, Indigenous,

people of colour and racialized communities.” Burnaby has seen a dramatic spike in anti-Asian hate crimes, with Burnaby RCMP detailing a 350% jump in such offences during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2019, the detachment responded to six

hate crimes with an Asian victim or target – that number jumped to 27 in 2020, police said. Of all the hate-motivated offences reported to police in 2020, 63% (27 out of 43) were identified as having an Asian victim or target – that was up from 30% (six out of 20)

in 2019. Burnaby’s top cop, Supt. Graham De la gorgendiere, said the incidents have ranged from property damage, including offensive graffiti, to threats and assaults. –With additional reporting by Cornelia Naylor

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CityConnect ELECTRONIC PUBLIC HEARING Burnaby City Council hereby gives notice that it will hold a Public Hearing

TUESDAY, 2021 MAY 18 AT 5PM

Via a virtual environment to receive representations in connection with the following proposed amendment to “Burnaby Zoning Bylaw 1965”.

ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT Burnaby Zoning Bylaw 1965, Amendment Bylaw No. 13, 2021 - Bylaw No. 14322

Rez. #19-39 7300 Edmonds Street (office building portion of 7364 Edmonds Street) From: CD Comprehensive Development District (based on RM5s Multiple Family Residential District, C3 General Commercial District, P6 Regional Institutional District) To: Amended CD Comprehensive Development District (based on RM5s Multiple Family Residential District, C3 General Commercial District, P6 Regional Institutional District and Edmonds Town Centre guidelines, and in accordance with the development plan entitled “Exterior Sky Sign Proposal” prepared by Galaxie Signs Ltd.)

BURNABY: LET’S SUPPORT THE FOOD BANK CHALLENGE Every day, the Greater Vancouver Food Bank provides healthy, nutritious meals to Burnaby residents, including families and children in need. And during the COVID-19 pandemic, the need in Burnaby has never been greater. That’s why, throughout the month of May, ﬁve Metro Vancouver municipalities are having a friendly competition to see which city can raise the most money to support the Greater Vancouver Food Bank, as part of the Mayor’s Food Bank Challenge. Burnaby residents who can afford to are encouraged to visit mayorschallenge.foodbank.bc.ca and make a donation. Tax receipts are issued automatically for all levels of donation. After making a donation, you can issue a challenge to others to match or beat your

donation on social media, using the hashtag #GVFBMayors. Burnaby has set a goal of raising $110,000 as part of the campaign’s overall goal to raise $500,000. Together, we can provide meals to those in need and come out on top of this friendly competition between cities.

Purpose: to permit the installation of skysigns on the northwest (Edmonds Street) and south (Kingsway) elevations of an office building

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TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of Burnaby proposes to transfer 205.6m2 of closed road dedicated by Plan 4955 as shown on Plan EPP105831, to LM Bennett Street Homes Ltd. in exchange for consideration of $1,730,613.33.

Reports, bylaws, and related information respecting the zoning bylaw amendments are available on the City’s website at burnaby.ca/publichearings from 2021 May 6. Any questions regarding the Public Hearing processes and agenda items B. Zeinabova may be directed to the Office of the City Clerk, 604-294-7290. CITY CLERK Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and in accordance with Ministerial Order No. M192/2020 and the Class Order (mass gatherings), the Public Hearing will be conducted virtually and live-streamed on the City’s website. Anyone who believes they are affected by a proposed bylaw shall be given a reasonable opportunity to be heard.

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NOTICE OF DISPOSITION AND INTENT TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE 3883 Rumble Street

TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of Burnaby gives notice that it intends to grant a 30-year lease to The Board of Education of School District No.41 (Burnaby) (the “SD41”) over a portion of City-owned property at 3883 Rumble Street, legally described as PID: 011-096-560, Parcel “One” (Explanatory Plan 9455) Block “J” DL 150, GP 1, NWD Plan 6977, in consideration for $10.00 and to provide assistance to SD41 by granting such lease for less than market value. The estimated market value for the 30-year lease is $2,235,000.

510 Duncan Ave

TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of Burnaby gives notice that it intends to grant a 30-year lease to The Board of Education of School District No.41 (Burnaby) (the “SD41”) over a portion of City-owned property at 510 Duncan Avenue, legally described as PID: 014-340-712, Lot “P”, DL 206, GP 1, NWD Plan 12826, in consideration for $10.00 and to provide assistance to SD41 by granting such lease for less than market value. The estimated market value for the 30-year lease is $2,937,000.

6051 Royal Oak Ave

TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of Burnaby gives notice that it intends to grant a 30-year lease to The Board of Education of School District No.41 (Burnaby) (the “SD41”) over City-owned property at 6051 Royal Oak Avenue, legally described as PID: 026-964-171, Lot 2, DL 32, GP 1, NWD Plan BCP28290, in consideration for $10.00 and to provide assistance to SD41 by granting such lease for less than market value. The estimated market value for the 30-year lease is $951,000.

350 Holdom Ave

TAKE NOTICE THAT the City of Burnaby gives notice that it intends to grant a 30-year lease to The Board of Education of School District No.41 (Burnaby) (the “SD41”) over a portion of City-owned property at 350 Holdom Avenue, legally described as PID: 012-154-571, Block 76 Except: Part Dedicated Road on Plan LMP29249, DL 205, GP 1, NWD Plan 4953, in consideration for $10.00 and to provide assistance to SD41 by granting such lease for less than market value. The estimated market value for the 30-year lease is $1,006,000.

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Opinion now MY VIEW KEITH BALDREY

Horgan’s gaffes can be overcome

A little more than a year ago, Premier John Horgan and I were sitting in his office talking with wonderment about the pandemic that had just begun. “I’ll tell you one thing,” he told me. “I won’t be the face of this.You won’t see me out there in front of the cameras every day. Dr. Bonnie Henry and my frontline team will be running this.” Since then, Horgan has stuck pretty close to this script. Henry and Health Minister Adrian Dix continue to be the lead voices in the B.C. government when it comes to most pandemic measures, with Public Safety Minister Mike Farnworth, Finance Minister Selina Robinson and Jobs Minister Ravi Kahlon also playing large roles. Horgan still seems content to remain in the background, holding weekly news briefings and making minimal public appearances (save for attending Question Period when the legislature is in session). It is an approach that is working. His approval rating in various opinion polls remains among the highest of any political leader in the country. The same cannot be said for some premiers who insist on monopolizing the limelight and elbow everyone else out of the way. Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Alberta Premier Jason Kenny are two notable examples of in -your-face leaders whose popularity has cratered as their provinces both suffer in the third wave. Nevertheless, while Horgan remains off-stage most of the time, he can occasionally cause confusion and mixed messaging when he does enter the public arena. Last year, for example, he prematurely told British Columbians to travel the province. He was a bit early on that – Henry

didn’t give the green light for another week or so. A few weeks ago, he said people who were vaccinated would not face as many restrictions as those who were unvaccinated. Not so, Henry was quick to say at her next briefing. Not until we achieve “herd” or community immunity would certain restrictions be eased. Most recently, he said there would be “random” traffic stops by police to stop people from conducting non-essential travel. Farnworth had to clean up that, and last week he made it clear there was nothing random about the new police checkpoints on some B.C. highways. All motorists going through them will be questioned by officers, who will not pick and choose who to pull over and who to not. It is clear Horgan has tremendous self-confidence but I think that leads him astray at times, resulting in the occasional slip-up. It almost seems he is keen to show off just how much he knows and to prove that people like Dix and Farnworth are not the only folks who can explain things. Now, to be clear, things are not as bad as the situation former NDP premier Mike Harcourt created for himself back in the 1990s. Every now and then, because of some his verbal gaffes, some of his ministers (notably Moe Sihota and Glen Clark) had to hold what became known as “what the premier meant to say” news conferences. Nevertheless, it is clear the positives have greatly outweighed any negatives arising from Horgan’s leadership approach in the pandemic. Which begs the question: will he continue it once the pandemic ends? Keith Baldrey is chief political reporter for Global BC.

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A Burnaby NOW story helped a leg amputee get his stolen wheelchair back. John Giffen-Warwicke spent nearly a week struggling to get through his daily routine after a thief climbed his front steps one night in late September and made off with his wheelchair. Residents of a South Burnaby group home later found the chair abandoned near their place, but they wouldn’t have known what to do with it if it hadn’t been for a story about the theft in the NOW. Once they read it, they called police and the stolen equipment was returned.

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Opinionnow Answers needed from Fraser Health

Birds get protected but not human beings

Editor: Re: Fraser Health won’t support Burnaby mental health car, NOW news The final sentence in this article, where the Fraser Health spokesperson fails to provide a reason for this decision, says it all. Over the years and throughout many health-related events, Fraser Health seems to have acquired quite a reputation for failing to act on desperately needed services. I suspect that administrators, who have little to no idea of the situations in the “trenches” they are supposed to be providing for, are largely responsible for such disastrous decisions. It’s definitely no secret that police – and fire services – are inappropriately tasked with dealing with health-related issues, especially ones involving mental health expertise. And it certainly has been a hot-button topic in the news that mental health needs are skyrocketing. So I would like to request an answer to the question: “What will it take for Fraser Health to take action and supply a Car 67?” Even Prince George has one, as I learned from my daughter, a nurse, who spent a shift in it. And it definitely won’t require a task force to decide what number to assign to it. Penny Oyama, Burnaby

Editor: Environment Canada has ordered Trans Mountain to halt expansion work on its oil pipeline project in Burnaby for four months to protect hummingbird nests. Justin Trudeau’s oil pipeline expansion requires 14 massive new storage tanks located just above tens of thousands of human “nesters” in the City of Burnaby and just below tens of thousands on the campus of Simon Fraser University campus. The tanks’ total capacity of 5.6 million barrels of sour crude oil and refined products will be 100 times greater than was carried by the train that incinerated 47 lives and wiped out Lac-Mégantic’s downtown core. Would this be allowed in Calgary or Edmonton so close to homes and elementary schools, and to a university campus with its only escape routes crossing just feet above the tank farm fence? Welcome to Justin Trudeau’s off-kilter world of energy and environmental politics. Mike Priaro, Calgary

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Changes may be coming to how police operate in Burnaby schools, but the school board isn’t ditching its partnership with the RCMP despite the Vancouver and New Westminster boards voting last week to do away with their school officer liaison programs. Vancouver trustees voted last Monday to end their program after a nearly year-long review sparked by concerns uniformed officers make some students feel unsafe, including many identifying as Black, Indigenous or people of colour. The New Westminster board didn’t wait till the end of a review of its program before voting last Tuesday to end it immediately.

On the same night in Burnaby, school board chair Jen Mezei told a public meeting that Burnaby’s program was different from those in the two neighbouring districts. “In Burnaby, RCMP officers are part of a youth section, not a school liaison officer program,” she said. “Officers work in the community with youth. Engaging with the district is only part of what they do.They are not in Burnaby schools full time.” Mezei said Burnaby’s program is “unique” in that district staff, not police, lead the work of keeping students and staff safe. “The district’s safe and caring schools team is the link and interface with students and youth section officers,” Mezei said. Mezei noted each local high school has a safe school specialist, a dis-

trict employee, who works closely with the RCMP youth section on student support and school safety. Because of COVID-related health and safety protocols, Mezei also noted youth officers are currently only coming into schools when they are asked to deal with specific incidents or to give presentations on things like cybersafety and bullying. “There will, unfortunately, continue to be issues in the community, such as drugs and violence, and there will continue to be times when we’ll need to call the police,” Mezei said. “This close partnership has allowed our schools to respond quickly to issues and concerns.” Over the past year, Mezei said youth officers have helped school staff deal with threats, traffic acci-

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Citynow Anti-racism process launched Continued from page 9 Trudi Goels told the NOW at the time. Later that month, Haleluya Hailu, a Black Burnaby North Secondary student, appeared before the school board to call for an end to the cops in local schools. But the Burnaby board didn’t end the program or even launch a review as Vancouver and New West trustees did. Instead, it launched a wide-ranging anti-racism initiative. A cornerstone of the work is a comprehensive public engagement strategy unveiled last month. The engagement will start with a broad survey this month and will focus in on more comprehensive feedback from racialized communities from there. The role of police in local schools will be part of those conversations, ac-

cording to Mezei. In the meantime, she said district staff have had talks with the City of Burnaby and Burnaby RCMP about the program, and one concern that’s been raised has been uniforms. She said district staff have “brought forward a request to see if this is something the RCMP can look at.” Mezei acknowledged community members have “strong views” about police in schools and urged people to participate in the district’s engagement process, starting with the survey. She said the school board is committed to the process it launched last June. “If we are to impact systemic racism, we must not only confront uncomfortable truths, honour stories that are shared and address concerns, but we must also have an action-

able strategy and be accountable to the results. We remain committed to listening, hearing and creating a better path forward together.” Insp. Kathy Hartwig, the officer in charge of Burnaby RCMP’s community programs, including its youth section, said the Burnaby RCMP values its partnership with the school district. Hartwig reiterated that local youth officers are not based in schools and respond to all kinds of calls both inside schools and in the community. When responding to “active calls for service,” she said the officers are required to carry all of their “police intervention options,” including their service pistols, but the detachment is now examining the possibility of altering the uniform for the youth section officers.

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A 43-year-old man accused by neighbours of running a brothel out of his Burnaby condo was sentenced inVancouver provincial court last month for a revenge tire-slashing rampage in the apartment building’s underground parking lot. In all, Christopher Nino Diopita slashed the tires of 57 vehicles, wreaking more than $30,000 in damage, according to facts presented at an April 22 sentencing hearing. “Slashing 57 vehicles’ tires is actually arduous work,” said Crown prosecutor Assaf Gal-Or, speaking to the planning and premeditation involved in the act. “That’s a lot of tires to slash.” Gal-Or told the court Diopita had been driven by “malice and revenge,” after a feud with his neighbours at the Timberlea Birch apartments at 3771 Bartlett Ct. culminated in him being forced to sell his condo after his neighbours took their concerns to court. COURT ORDER Diopita’s beef with his neighbours dates back to 2015, when residents and the building’s caretaker complained to the strata council about foot traffic

and disturbances at Diopita’s unit, according to a November 2017 petition filed in B.C. Supreme Court.When the property manager approached him, Diopita explained his girlfriend was operating a tattoo business, according to the petition. He was ordered to stop, but the disturbances and foot traffic continued, according to court documents, with the building’s caretaker reportedly seeing unknown women in Diopita’s unit allowing different men into the building “on a frequent basis.” One neighbour reported numerous disturbances coming from the unit, including what he believed to be sounds of physical violence, “hysterical screaming,” and “men of different ethnicities, different ages, some ... dressed as construction workers and some as businessmen,” all frequenting the apartment. The strata fined Diopita, and its lawyer, Stephen Hamilton, sent him a letter in July 2017 asking him to stop the activities in his unit, but Diopita did not respond, according to the petition.The strata then filed its petition, asking for a court order banning Diopita from the property and forcing him to sell. Diopita did not respond or appear in court, and a Jan. 8, 2018 default judg-

ment by B.C. Supreme Court Justice Justin McEwan ordered him to stop using his condo for commercial or business purposes – including prostitution-related activities – and to stop the yelling, screaming and loud music. Diopita was also ordered to pay the strata’s court costs, but he wasn’t banned from the property or ordered to sell the apartment. Hamilton, who specializes in strata property law, said the court usually gives owners an opportunity to correct their behaviour before imposing such measures. The court order and a flurry of media attention seemed to do the trick – for a time. REVENGE But less than a month later, on Feb. 25, 2018, Timberlea Birch’s caretaker,Wendy MacDonald, came upon Diopita and another man in the underground parking lot at 3:30 a.m., according to information presented at the sentencing hearing last month. Diopita seemed surprised and said he was showing his friend where to park, but MacDonald said she didn’t see either of the men “in or near any operating vehicle,” prosecutor Gal-Or said. And security cameras

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ing the tire-slashing attack and regrets the incident. “He acted in a way that is out of his character,”Waddington told the court. “He’s never done anything like this before or since.” When Diopita was given a chance to address the court, he said he was sorry, but he also used the opportunity to contradict Gal-Or’s assessment of his motive in the case. “In regards to revenge, I was never forced to sell my condominium,” he said. “I sold it because the market was twice the price, so it was a good opportunity for me to leave.” But B.C. provincial court Judge Joseph Galati didn’t buy that the tire-slashing spree was unrelated to his feud with his neighbours and the B.C. Supreme Court action. “I am satisfied that Mr. Diopita was motivated by revenge,” Galati said. He handed Diopita a suspended sentence with a one-year period of probation, which includes a ban on contacting his former neighbours or going within 250 metres of his old apartment building. “Mr. Diopita will be stigmatized with a criminal record, but, in my view, that is proportional to his degree of moral blameworthiness in all of the circumstances of this case,”

Galati said. Diopita was also fined $5,000. Gal-Or had asked Galati to impose a $16,863.02 restitution order to pay back the 19 people named as victims in the case. Gal-Or explained that going to trial with all 57 counts of mischief would have been “almost overwhelming,” so the Crown had proceeded with only 19. Galati said he could “certainly appreciate that” but concluded choosing 19 people out of 57 victims was “somewhat arbitrary” and it would be unfair to award them restitution and not the others, so he didn’t award any restitution, imposing the fine instead. ‘GOING AWAY GIFT’ Timberlea Birch caretakerWendy MacDonald told the NOW it felt like Diopita was getting off “basically scot-free.” She was baffled by the Crown’s move to go ahead with only 19 complainants and the judge’s subsequent decision not to award any restitution. And she wasn’t totally comforted by Gal-Or’s assurances that he had “no doubt” ICBC would be coming after Diopita next. “I’d be pissed,” she told the NOW. “I know a few people who had to pay $2,000 out of pocket.”

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As video calls with family an nd friends have become a co ommon occurrence, everyone is missing what it feels like o to see each other outside of a small, pixellated rectangle on a screen. The comfort provided by hugs, a shoulder to cry on and high fives are much different when they are done digitally. While this has always been the case, the pandemic has helped us see more clearly

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Conceived by Rositch Hemphill Architects, the charming exteriors are showcased by a blend of Hardie Board, wood and stone accents compliment by its unique stacked design, main entrance courtyard and breezeway - creating a contemporary yet timeless traditional look. “Concrete and steel construction is extremely unique in Burnaby Heights,” says Jennifer Wilson, director of sales, StreetSide Developments. “By only being five storeys, Valeo stays true to the quaintness and historic charm of the community.” West Coast inspired, Valeo is a fivestorey mixed-use low rise featuring 62 studio, one, two and three-bedroom homes, ranging from 489 to 1,140 square feet of open living space. The interior floor plans are functional, airy and spacious, with a seamless flow from room to room. In true trademark i3 Design style, Valeo homes will embrace the classic beauty and elegance of West Coast design with modern amenities.

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“There are 15 homes, between the fourth and fifth level, which will have their own gorgeous private rooftop decks to enjoy those sunsets,” says Wilson. Each home comes with an individual storage locker in the secure parkade, where you will find a dedicated car wash station. It can be said that Burnaby Heights is one of the best-kept secrets in the Lower Mainland. With a strong sense of community and history, beautiful views, parks and trails, recreational amenities, and the thriving The Heights shopping district all within walking distance, this neighbourhood has all of the urban conveniences you want or need.

Valeo is centrally located to easily access Simon Fraser University, Downtown Vancouver, and Metrotown. And that’s not all, Valeo is also in close proximity to both elementary and secondary schools in the Brentwood North school district. With more than 70 years of experience in the industry, StreetSide Developments, a division of Qualico, is the same developer that brought the highly successful Forte in the very same neighbourhood. “Streetside Developments has deep roots in the construction industry,” says Wilson. “They are a family-run company, one which is proud to be building yet another beautiful boutique low rise in the Burnaby Heights community.” The hallmark of StreetSide is that the award-winning company design homes that will stand the test of time through better design, quality and by a company that will be there for homeowners in the long run.

Burnaby Heights offers smalltown charm with all of the urban amenities within walking distance. Valeo sales centre and show homes open soon by appointment. To register, email info@liveatvaleo.ca or visit www.liveatvaleo.ca Completion is set for 2024.

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Five Lower Mainland mayors are hoping a little friendly competition will fill up our local food banks, which have seen demand skyrocket since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley, City of North Vancouver Mayor Linda Buchanan, District of North Vancouver Mayor Mike Little,Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart and New Westminster Mayor Jonathan Cote kicked off a month-long campaign last week. More than establishing bragging rights for cities whose constituents who are the most generous, the goal is to raise $500,000 for the Greater Vancouver Food Bank, which is based out of Burnaby. With 125 tonnes more donations distributed by food banks in March 2021 than in March 2020, the

need continues to grow 13 months into the pandemic. “We’ve just seen a massive increase,” said CEO David Long. “We’re going to see that continue.” If each mayor pulls their weight in proportion to their population, they need only raise 50 cents per capita. Buchanan said she was inspired by one of her constituents who was forced to leave work so she could care for her children during the pandemic and now relies on the food bank. “Loss of family income is something that many people have experienced over the past year, and we know this puts a lot of pressure on people,” she said, noting the number of people lining up at the food bank in North Vancouver has more than tripled in the last year. “The majority of these people being children and seniors.” Buchanan said she will be out ringing a bell for

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JUE, Moen November 17, 1935 − April 22, 2021 We are profoundly sad to announce the passing of Moen ’Len’ Jue on April 22, 2021, at Burnaby Hospital with his daughter by his side. After a courageous seven−week post−surgical hospital stay, Moen passed peacefully. He was 85 years old. Moen will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 59 years, Judy; his daughter and son−in−law, Carrie and Don Locke; and grandchildren, Matthew, Adam, and Natalie. Born in Canton China, Moen came to Canada in 1954 and married Judy in 1961. From humble beginnings, Moen and Judy forged a new life in Canada where they owned and operated the Bamboo Garden restaurant in Cranbrook until their retirement in 1991. We will remember him for his deep and unconditional love, his great cooking, and his love of cars and James Bond films. Through his example, we learned the value of hard work, humility and compassion.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard Alek Spring. Richard was born in Luseland, Saskatchewan on January 22, 1933. He later moved to Edmonton, Alberta, where he worked in the oilfield. Richard and his brother (Val) then moved to New Westminster, BC, where Richard started his new career with the New Westminster Fire Department. Richard married his wife, Lorraine in December 1965, where soon after he and Lorraine had two daughters. Richard was a prominent member of the community of New Westminster, attaining the ranks of Fire Captain and Fire Inspector for the NWFD. After his career with the fire department, Richard started A1 Fire Supplies and set out with a mission to continue to ensure fire safety in our communities. He was dedicated to providing trusted fire protection while building lasting relationships with his clients and members within his community. Richard was the manager of the New Westminster Royals, served as a member of the Business Improvement Association, Parking Commission, the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, and numerous other groups within the community of New Westminster. Richard was known for his quick−witted humour and sarcasm, a devoted family man with a strong community spirit. Richard is survived by his daughter, Christina; grandsons, Lee (Amber), Jake (Cara), and Jesse (Brittany); granddaughter, Tara; and great−grandsons, Lucas and Landon. He is also survived by his sister, Marge; and his brother, Harry; their families; and many more relatives and friends. Richard was predeceased by his daughter, Shannon in 2005. He will be lovingly remembered by his family and friends.

A private funeral service will be held for the Jue family on Friday, May 7, 2021. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. We are so grateful to the physicians and staff at Royal Columbian Hospital and Burnaby Hospital for their excellent care. Please consider a donation to the hospital foundations in memory of Moen. Messages of sympathy can be left at www.forestlawn−burnaby.com for the Jue family.

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Viewing Attendants & Reception Hostesses PT Evening/Daytime OCEAN VIEW FUNERAL HOME Demonstrating warmth and professionalism, provide guidance, assistance, and answer visiting families, guests, and vendor questions. Will assist with reception set-up/clean-up and visitation set-up/removal. Experience, Education, and Skills: • High School Diploma or equivalent • At least two (2) years reception, hospitality, or customer service experience • Basic PC skills with MSWord and Outlook as well as data entry into company software • Exhibit warmth and compassion during situations of emotional distress • Cultural sensitivity and tactfulness to interact with a variety of cultures and language barriers • Excellent interpersonal relations skills exhibiting warmth, compassion, empathy and diplomacy under pressure .

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Interested applicants should forward their resume and cover letter by 5:00pm Friday, May 28th to: Kari Simpson; Location Manager,

Email: Kari.Simpson@Dignitymemorial.com

EDUCATION TUTORING SERVICES TUTORING SERVICES ONLINE • ALL AGES

English, Literature, Test Prep. Essay Writing, Prep & Editing. History, Socials & More. 15 years experience. Dianne Stevens, Certified Teacher. 778-322-9562

New • Repaired • Rebuilt Fences & Decks.

MARKETPLACE

INTEGRITY POST FRAME BUILDINGS since 2008. Built with concrete posts. Barns, shops, riding arenas, machine sheds and more. adam.s@integritybuilt.com 1-250-351-5374. www.integritybuilt.com

LOTS & ACREAGES FOR SALE

House with Acreage $6,799,888 GREAT INVESTMENT PROPERTY!! Rare 58.6 Acres of high production Elliot, Duke, Blue crop and Bonus. Spacious 17,000+ square foot barns/sheds plus two houses bringing in rental income.Truly is a one−of−a−kind property located in the most desirable agricultural area in Abbotsford. Call today!!! 604−300−8090

BURIAL PLOTS

1010 6th Ave. New Westminster. Suites Available.

Beautiful Atrium with Fountain. By College, Shops & Transit/Skytrain. Pets negotiable. Ref req’d.

Townhomes & Condos We Also Take Over Payments Any Situation, Any Condition

604-812-3718

GVCPS INC. / gvcps.ca

• Polished Concrete Floors • Pumping • Placing • Sealing • Acid Staining • Decorative Concrete • Forming • Demolition • Foundation Pouring Professional Work

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778-919-7707

DRYWALL

SKYLINE TOWERS 102-120 Agnes St, New Westminster

Hi-Rise Apartment with River View & Indoor Pool. 1 BR & 2 BR Available. Rent includes heat & hot water. Remodeled Building and Common area. Gated underground secure parking available. References required.

CALL 604-525-2122 baysideproperty.com

Boarding & Taping, Good Rates! Reliable, Free Est. Reno’s & Small Jobs Welcome! Call Gurprit 604-710-7769

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FLOORING

Hardwood Floor Refinishing Experts • Repairs • Staining • Installation • Free Estimates

Electrical Installations Renos & Repairs. BBB Member.

www.nrgelectric.ca

604-520-9922

VILLA MARGARETA 320-9th St, New Westminster

Suites Available. All suites have nice balconies, Underground parking avail. Refs req’d. Small Pet OK.

GUTTERS

• Gutter Cleaning • Roof Cleaning • Power Washing WorkSafeBC • Insured

www.gutterguys.ca Mike 604-961-1280

(604)374-0062 Simply Electric

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LIC. ELECTRICIAN bf#37309 Commercial &

residential reno’s & small jobs.

604-722-2294

FIND YOUR

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Backhoe/Bobcat/Dumptruck Services

Call 604.833.2103 Today!

To advertise call

604-444-3056

THE LAWN BUTCHER Only Prime Cuts will Do! Call Jim • 778-839-6250

MOVING

Rubbish Removal $40/hr per Person.24/7 • 604-999-6020

2 Guys With A Truck Moving & Storage 604-628-7136 BONDED & INSURED EXPERIENCED EMPLOYEES PROFESSIONAL, SAFE AND RELIABLE

604-900-6010 MrHandyman.ca

LANDSCAPING

PAINTING/ WALLPAPER SPECIAL SPRING PAINTING DISCOUNT EXTERIOR & INTERIOR Residential & Commercial

35%OFF 25 years experience. Free Estimates

604-341-4446

Excavation, Concrete, Drainage & Retaining Walls Sidewalk, Brick Pavers, Disposal, Trenching, Driveways, Blacktop, Landscape and Sod

LAWN CARE YOU CAN COUNT ON If you aren’t 100% satisfied with our work and we can’t make it right, we will pay a competitor of your choice to complete the job. xenith.ca | 778−826−0266

ABE MOVING & Delivery &

EXCAVATING

#1 Backhoes & Excavators Trenchless Waterlines Bobcats & Dump Truck & All Material Deliveries

SPRING SPECIALS • Chafer Beetle Repair • LAWN Seed, Install, Repair, Artificial Lawn/Turf • Tree Prune & Hedge Trim • Paint • Stucco Repair • Decks, Fencing, Patios • Retaining Walls • Paths • Driveways • Roofing • Power Wash & Gutters 25+ yrs exp. WCB. Insured.

HANDYPERSON

COQUITLAM River Heights

1 BR grnd lev 1500sf suite, inste laundry, gas fireplace, hardwood, sep entry, own private yard & driveway Cul-de-sac, on included. green space with mountain views. Quiet. N/S, N/P. Avail May. $1495 incls utls.

604-240-2881

Bob • 778-968-7843

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE −$50.00 − Gutter cleaning − Pressure washing − Aerating − Power Raking − Window cleaning − Gardening 604−209−3445 www.npservices.ca

All Electrical, Low Cost.

Licensed. Res/Com. Small job expert. Renos, Panel changes.

25 years Experience. Fully y Ins’d. Lic’d & WCB • Spring Clean-up • Lawn Maintenance • Power Rake • New Sod & Seeding • Tree Topping & Trimming • Power Wash • Gutters • Patio’s • Decks • Fences • Concrete • Retaining Walls ys & Sidewalks • Driveway & Much MORE All work guaranteed Free Estimates

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ELECTRICAL

YOUR ELECTRICIAN Lic#89402. Insured. Guar’d. Fast same day service. We love BIG & small jobs! 604-568-1899 goldenleafelectrical.com

SUITES FOR RENT

604-788-6458

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INSTALLATION REFINISHING, Sanding. Free est, great prices. Satisfaction guar.604-518-7508

778-322-0934

BUSINESS SERVICES

WE BUY HOUSES

AGGRECON SPECIALTIES

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2 SIDE by side plots. $9500. $990 transfer fee will be paid by seller. Valleyview Cemetery, Surrey in the garden of good shephard. 604-275-0486

REAL ESTATE SERVICES

We do ALL kinds of Concrete Work. • Seniors discount. Local, family business 40+ yrs. 604-240-3408

GARDEN VILLA Maple Ridge: WATERFRONT!! Renovated, everything new, w aterfront close to Highway y #1 / Highway 17 and blocks away from the West Coast express. RARE opportunity! Call 604−728−8003 www.realtor.ca/real−estate/ 23062380/20376−wharf− street−maple−ridge

INDUSTRIAL/ COMMERCIAL

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT

LAWN & GARDEN

West Coast Cedar Installations since 1991.

BC SPCA Thrift Store New West

Our Mission is to protect and enhance the quality of life for domestic ,farm and wild animals of BC. Volunteers needed for Greeting, Cashier, Customer Service! Please come in and let’s chat! Drop by at 708 Sixth Street, New Westminster, BC − V3L 3C5. Jackie @ 778 834 1527 or 604−553−4300 Email: newwestspca@gmail.com

FENCING

A. RIGHTWAY PAIN NTING Ltd. Start-Finish. Demo-Design. PAVERS, Driveway, Sidewalk Concrete Removal - Replace LANDSCAPING, Turf, Hedges, Retaining Wall, Patio. Drainage

604-782-4322

SHAW LANDSCAPING LTD

Complete Landscaping • Lawn Cutting • Gardening • Prune/Trim • Full Maint.

778-688-1012

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Interior / Exterior Specialist. Many Years Experience. Fully Insured. Top Quality • Quick Work. Free estimate.

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POWER WASHING

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INTERIOR & EXTERIOR SPECIALS 10% OFF

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Painting Specials

2 rooms for $350, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Moulding Services.

778-895-3503

PLUMBING

• Hot Water Tanks • Plumbing • Heating • Furnaces • Boilers • Drainage • Res. & Comm. • 24/7 /77 Service

604-437-7272

A.S.U. Enterprises *Power Washing *Window Cleaning *Gutter cleaning *Free est., Worksafe *Owner/operator/20 yrs

RENOS & HOME IMPROVEMENT Int/Ext. RENO Kitchen/Bath, Floors, Tiles, Deck Builds & project management. Great prices. Karlo 778-885-5733

ROOFING

Terry 604-376-7383

Gutter Cleaning, Power Washing, Window Cleaning, Roof Cleaning

Call Simon for prompt & professional service 30 yrs exp.

604-230-0627

RENOS & HOME IMPROVEMENT WEST BEST HOME RENOVATION Siding, Deck, Stairs, Railing, Patio, Fences, Gate, Driveway, Installs, Door & W indows, Flashing, Gutterr Upgrade Kitchen Bathroom, T ile Laminate Drywall, Power Washing Painting Mike: 604−841−7773

A-1 Contracting. Bsmt, bath, kitchen cabinets, tile & laminate flrs, painting, decks.. and more. Call Dhillon, 604-782-1936

ALL RENOVATIONS: •Kitchen •Baths •Additions •Patio •Stairs •Deck •Fences •P Painting •D Drywall & MORE

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PATIOS .

Aluminum & Glass Patio Covers, Sunrooms & Railings Free Estimate

604-821-8088

BOWEN ALUMINUM

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A-1 Contracting & Roofing New & Re-Roofing • All Types All Maintenance & Repairs GUTTER CLEANING Gutter Guard Installations • RENOVATION WORK • WCB. 25% Discount • Emergency Repairs •

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Pruning, Hedge Trimming Tree & Stump Removal 75 ft Bucket Trucks Covid-19 Safety Guidelines strictly followed.

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Bros. Rooﬁng Ltd. Over 40 Years in Business SPECIALIZING IN CEDAR, FIBERGLASS LAMINATES AND TORCH ON.

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604-240-5362

RUBBISH REMOVAL

BRADS JUNK REMOVAL.com

• FULL SERVICE JUNK REMOVAL & Clean-Up at Affordable Rates • Pianos & Hot Tubs No Problem • Booked Appointments • Same-Day Service • Residential & Commercial

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39. Network of nerves 40. Mocking smile 41. It covers the body 42. Partner to pans 43. Perform in a play

12. Filled with unexpressed anger 14. Student (abbr.) 15. Criticize 17. Gathering place 19. Informal alliances 20. One’s mother (British) 23. Landholder 24. Peter’s last name 25. Parties 26. Title of respect

27. Red wine 28. Pearl Jam’s debut 29. Shaft horsepower (abbr.) 30. Frosts 31. Cry of joy 32. Induces vomiting 33. Mother or father 34. Dal __: Musical navigation marker 36. Door fastener part

DOWN 1. Beautiful 2. Polynesian island country 3. Shrub of the olive family 4. Self-governing Netherlands territory 5. Shared one’s view 6. Tailless amphibians 7. Charge passengers must pay 9. Sound sheep make 10. Known for sure

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MOTHER’S DAY MAY 9th! Prices Effective May 6 -12, 2021.

100% BC OWNED AND OPERATED

Fair Trade Day

Choices’ Mother’s Day Brunch: Organic Ground Beef

May 8th!

Three delicious Frittata Meals to choose from

Grass Fed, Value Pack

1199/lb

Fair Trade Organic Field Cucumbers

999

26.43/kg

340-360g

Choices’ Own Mother’s Garden Cupcakes

from Mexico

198/lb 4.37/kg

699 200g

Fair Trade Organic Brussel Sprouts

Fair Trade Organic Bananas

Organic BC Grown Vegetable & Herb Plants

from Mexico

from Ecuador

from Meadowlands Horticultural Inc.

398 /lb

8.77/kg

New Roots Vitamins & Supplements All Products l! on Specia

.88

1.94/kg

/lb

Beyond Meat Plant Based Burger

20% off

599

assorted sizes Regular Retail 1.79-114.99

226g

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