Burnaby Now March 30 2023

Disputed process won’tbe reused: mayor

public outcry,some on Burnaby city council disavow controversial alternative voting option

LaurenVanderdeen

lvanderdeen@burnabynow com

Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley says the city should never again use the voting process by which it attempted to remove parkland for industrial use

The city attempted to hold a type of public voting called an “alternative approval process” (AAP) to remove 21 acres of dedicated parkland at Fraser Foreshore Park to make way for a green recycling and organic waste processing facility

But after significant public opposition, city council cancelled the process in a special council meeting on March 20.

“As long as I’m around here, we will never attempt to use that AAP process again,” Mayor Mike Hurley told media after the special council meeting

The AAP is a means for local governments to “test the waters” on a bylaw

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Jailformanwhogropedmultiplewomen

Perpetrator went on four-day crime spree in Burnaby, Vancouver and NewWestminster

CorneliaNaylor

cnaylor@burnabynow com

A 27-year-old man who went on a four-day crime spree last spring, including a series of sexual assaults at Burnaby’s Metrotown mall, was supposed to have been at a Surrey recovery house at the time Hayden McCorriston was transported from the Vancouver Island Correctional Centre to the Forensic Psychiatric Hospital in Port Coquitlam on March 30, 2022, according to facts presented in court

He was on bail on multiple charges out of Campbell River, and he was supposed to stay at a Surrey recovery house but his stay at the rehab facility lasted less than an hour

The following day, he launched a crime spree in Burnaby, NewWestminster andVancouver that lasted four days and included five sexual as-

saults, one indecent act, one assault by choking, two other assaults and one robbery.

“It encompassed several days of basically chaos,”

Crown prosecutor Kathryn Ford said during McCorriston’s sentencing hearing inVancouver provincial court on March 13.

“I don’t say chaos lightly because he was all over It was an out-of-control situation.”

McCorriston had pleaded guilty in December to 15 charges 10 related to the Lower Mainland incidents last spring and five from Campbell River in January 2022

Ford said McCorriston was on bail or probation during all but one of the offences, and noted the Burnaby andVancouver offences happened in broad daylight

“The victims were all in places where they should have been able to conduct their business without fear

of interference,” she said McCorriston’s lawyer, Cheyne Hodson said substance abuse was “at play” in all of the crimes, and his client has limited recall of the incidents

Hodson acknowledged the offences were serious but said his client’s moral culpability was lowered because of his difficult background.

He said McCorriston spent most of his life in foster care and has fetal alcohol syndrome, which affects his impulse control

Hodson said McCor-

riston “very much needed post-foster-care follow-up” when he aged out of foster care but “slipped through the cracks ”

McCorriston is hoping to access programs in the federal prison system that will help

“He’s hoping the next stage of his life sees him in a better place and with the appropriate supports. He’s hoping to get programming in the federal system to guide him, hopefully in the right direction,” Hodson said McCorriston has been

Murder trial delayed again

CorneliaNaylor cnaylor@burnabynow com

The trial of a man accused of murdering Burnaby teen Marrisa

Shen in 2017 has been postponed once again

in custody since April 3, 2022, and B C provincial court Judge Gregory Rideout sentenced him to another three years in prison

Rideout said he could see McCorriston is dealing with a “constellation of problems” and advised him to take advantage of the programs in prison

“You’re going to need a cosmic change by getting into some comprehensive counselling that provides to you some guidance with respect to drug use and maintenance to avoid that,” he said

The jury has been selected for the trial of Ibrahim Ali, and the trial was scheduled to begin on April 3, but that date has now been pushed back two days to April 5 to “accommodate pretrial matters,” according to the B C Prosecution Service

Ali’s jury trial was originally set for September 2020, but jury selection was cancelled a month before it was scheduled to begin, and the court was told the trial wouldn’t start until September 2021

That start date has been changed five more times, to Jan 10, 2022, Sept 19, 2022, Jan 16, April 3 and now April 5

Opponents would have needed 16,250 ballots to stop project

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that requires elector approval to be passed

Only voters opposed to the bylaw are required to send in ballots, and those who don’t vote are counted as in-favour A city needs 10 per cent of its voters to oppose an issue in order to halt the project or send it to a referendum

Many Burnaby residents expressed concerns about the transparency and accessibility of the process, especially for removing parkland

Burnaby resident and prominent waterways advocate, environmentalist

Mark Angelo noted Fraser Foreshore Park was originally protected by a referendum, which garnered more than 90 per cent approval.

“You’d think that any changes to that would also require a vote,” Angelo said in a statement before the AAP was cancelled

He called the AAP an “unwieldy process,” noting it required more than 16,000 people to learn about the issue and complete forms to oppose removing the parkland

“That’s a really tough threshold to meet ”

Burnaby received a total of 1,131 resident forms

and 11 non-resident property forms by noon on March 20 when the AAP was cancelled, according to the city’s public affairs officer ColeWagner If the AAP had gone ahead, opponents would have

needed 16,250 ballots cast to halt the project

Wagner noted the forms were not reviewed by staff to ensure their eligibility and said staff will destroy all forms received due to the process cancellation

This was Burnaby’s first attempt at holding an AAP

Along with the mayor, one councillor vowed to never use the process again

“Had I foreseen how this (AAP) was going to divide the community, how this was going to put our staff at risk a lot of people were upset,” Coun. Sav Dhaliwal said at the meeting

“They thought we were going to just sneak in the middle of the night and just do it That was never the intent,” he said Dhaliwal made a motion at a council meeting

on March 27 that staff report on the advisability of changing the park dedication bylaw so referendums, and not AAPs, are the only option for Burnaby city council to remove any portion of parkland

Dhaliwal’s motion noted the AAP regarding Fraser Foreshore “was met with vigorous opposition and public cynicism” and added residents said a referendum “was a more appropriate tool, rather than the alternative approval process used, to receive public consent to un-dedicate parkland ”

Dhaliwal’s motion passed unanimously

REPEATOFFENCES: Five women were groped in Burnaby’s Metrotown area by the same man on April 1, 2022 PHOTOBURNABYRCMP

Campaign: Activists handed out “AAP” forms to vote no on undedicating parkland at Fraser Foreshore Park, before the process was cancelled on March 20 PHOTO LAUREN VANDERDEEN

CITY OF BURNABY - 2023 ALTERNATIVE APPROVAL PROCESS

Pursuant to Sections 30(3) and 86 of the Community Charter, the Council of the City of Burnaby is seeking approval of the electors, by an Alternative Approval Process (AAP), to adopt Burnaby Park Dedication Removal Bylaw 2023 The proposed bylaw will remove the park dedication from that 8.43 hectare portion of undeveloped park land at 4800 Riverbend Drive, Burnaby, BC (shown hatched in the plan below, the “GRO Development Area”) for the purpose of developing a Green Recycling Organics (GRO) facility Burnaby Park Dedication Removal Bylaw 2023 is available for public inspection in the Legislative Services Department, Burnaby City Ha l, 4949 Canada Way, Burnaby, BC V5G 1M2 during regular business hours, or online at Burnaby.ca/GRO

ELECTOR QUALIFICATIONS

In order to sign and submit an Elector Response Form a person must either be a resident elector or non-resident property elector (not both) within the City of Burnaby

NOTICE

This AAP applies to the whole of the City of Burnaby which includes 162,503 eligible electors for this process. Burnaby City Council may proceed with the adoption of Burnaby Park Dedication Removal Bylaw unless, by the deadline of 4:00 pm on Friday, April 28, 2023, at least 10% (16,250) of eligible electors in the City complete and submit a physical copy of the prescribed Elector Response Form in opposition

A resident elector is an individual who is qualified to vote in the City of Burnaby by residing in the City

To sign an Elector Response Form as a resident elector, a person must:

(i) be 18 years of age or older;

(ii) be a Canadian citizen;

(iii) have lived in British Columbia for at least six months immediately prior to signing the Elector Response Form;

(iv) be a Burnaby resident; and

By a unanimous vote at the March 20, 2023 Special Meeting, City Council has cancelled the Alternative Approval Process to consider removal of the park dedication for a portion of parkland at 4800 Riverbend Drive which was intended for construction of a Green Recycling and Organics (GRO) facility.

(v) not be disqualified by any enactment from voting in an election, or otherwise disqualified by law

ELECTOR RESPONSE FORMS

In order to participate in the alternative approval process, qualified electors must sign the Elector Response Form established by Burnaby City Council, copies of which are available:

1. online at Burnaby ca/GRO

2. at the Legislative Services Department, Burnaby City Hall, 4949 Canada Way Burnaby BC V5G 1M2 during regular business hours; and

3. at all four Burnaby Public Library locations

Signed Elector Response Forms may only be submitted to the Legislative Services Department, Burnaby City Hall, 4949 Canada Way, Burnaby, BC V5G 1M2:

1. by mail;

2. in person to the Legislative Services Department at Burnaby City Hall during regular business hours; or 3 by dropping them off in one of the 24-hour drop boxes (which are cleared daily) located at both entrances to Burnaby City Hall

A non-resident property elector is an individual who does not live in the City of Burnaby but who is entitled to vote by virtue of owning real property in the City of Burnaby To sign an Elector Response Form as a non-resident property elector, a person must:

(i) be 18 years of age or older;

(ii) be a Canadian citizen;

(iii) have lived in British Columbia for at least six months immediately prior to signing the Elector Response Form;

(iv) own real property in the City of Burnaby; and

(v) not be disqualified by any enactment from voting in an election, or otherwise disqualified by law

A person may only register as a non-resident property elector in relation to one parcel of real property

If a property is owned by more than one individual, only one person may sign an Elector Response Form in relation to that property and that person must have a written consent form signed by a majority of the property owners before submitting an Elector Response Form.

ELECTORS HAVE ONE SUBMISSION

“I’m pleased that City Council spoke with one voice in recognition that the public does not support the use of parkland for this project,” said Mayor Mike Hurley. “Despite the fact GRO could deliver significant carbon reductions and allow Burnaby to process its own organic materials, the public did not support the trade-offs required to achieve it. We’ll continue to explore other locations for this project and will also continue to seek other ways to make rapid progress on climate change. We know big, bold moves are needed to achieve our climate action targets. I look forward to hearing more from residents about what they’re prepared to do to and the trade-offs they’re prepared to make to get us there ” – Mayor Hurley

Signed Elector Response Forms must be received by the Legislative Services Department before 4:00 pm on Friday, April 28, 2023 Post marks will not be considered as a valid date of submission.

If you are IN FAVOUR of the adoption of Burnaby Park Dedication Removal Bylaw 2023, you do not need to sign and submit an Elector Response Form.

If you are OPPOSED to the adoption of Burnaby Park Dedication Removal Bylaw 2023 you may sign and submit an Elector Response Form if you meet the qualifications of a resident elector or non-resident property elector in the City of Burnaby

As per section 86(10) of the Community Charter, a person must not sign more than one Elector Response Form in relation to this Alternative Approval Process regarding Burnaby Park Dedication Removal Bylaw 2023

CORPORATE VOTING IS PROHIBITED

As per section 64(3) of the Local Government Act, no corporation is entitled to be registered as an elector or have a representative registered as an elector and no corporation is entitled to vote For clarity purposes, none of the shareholders, directors or officers of a corporation that owns property in Burnaby is entitled to vote as an elector on behalf of that corporation. Burnab ca/GRO

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Penalty follows

CorneliaNaylor cnaylor@burnabynow com

A 51-year-old Burnaby man has been handed a $1,000 fine and a oneyear driving ban for some “horrendously dangerous” drunk driving a year ago.

Lucian Lucescu was in Vancouver provincial court March 23 to plead guilty to one count of impaired driving.

The charge relates to incidents on Feb. 5, 2022.

At about 10 p m that day, Burnaby RCMP got a report of a “possibly impaired driver” on Lougheed Highway and GaglardiWay, according to agreed facts presented in court by Crown prosecutor

Ariel Bultz

A driver in a Honda SUV was described as “driving at a high rate of speed,” “swerving all over the road,” “straddling both lanes,” “driving erratically,” “speeding and slowing down at different points” and “driving on the shoulder of the road,” according to Bultz.

He was eventually observed entering the underground parking lot of a Lougheed apartment building.

When police responded to the parking garage, they found Lucescu asleep in the vehicle

He initially told police he hadn’t been driving but had come down to his vehicle to drink.

Breath samples resulted in “high readings,” according to Bultz

‘REGRETFUL DECISION’

Lucescu’s lawyer said his client had planned to stay with a friend that night,

but they’d gotten into an argument, so Lucescu made the “regretful decision” to drive home.

B C Provincial Court Judge Nancy Adams agreed to a joint sentencing submission in the case, handing Lucescu a $1,000 fine and a one-year driving prohibition

She described his driving on Feb 5, 2022, as “horrendously dangerous ”

In handing down her sentence, Adams noted the amount of alcohol Lucescu had consumed, his dangerous driving, his lie to police and the fact he already had two 90-day driving bans on his record for impaired driving

But she also pointed out Lucescu didn’t have a criminal record, had entered a “very early” guilty plea and had taken steps to work on his rehabilitation

One charge of driving with a blood alcohol level over 0 08 per cent was stayed after the hearing

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B.C. lacks the power to meet its climate goals, report warns

The B C government has set some lofty goals when it comes to fighting climate change, but it is far from clear if at least two of them can be realistically attained

One is the requirement that up to six liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects be “net-zero emissions” through electrification; the other is that by the year 2030, 90 per cent of all new light vehicle purchases in the province must be electronic vehicles

Both ambitious targets

raise an obvious question: where is all this new clean electricity going to come from, especially over a relatively short period of time?

A provocative new paper published this past weekend by former senior civil servant Richard McCandless examines this very question, and the government likely won’t enjoy his conclusions McCandless’ research is mostly about those six LNG projects, which he says will require an amount of electricity that far exceeds what BC Hydro is currently plan-

ning to produce over the time frame of construction and operation

He says while BC Hydro is planning to increase its output by 3,800 gigawatt hours (GWh), the LNG projects alone will require 18,500 GWh

The Site C dam, when it comes fully onstream by 2026, will provide an additional 5,100 GWh but the shortfall is still so immense that McCandless estimates it can only be covered by building an additional three or four Site C-like hydro

dams

And a big chunk of Site C’s energy production will be required to fill the needs created by a more mass electrification in general, the most visible and popular of which is expected to be a steady rise in the use of electronic vehicles According to BC Hydro, Site C could provide enough electricity to fuel about 1 7 million vehicles (assuming none of it is used for anything else)

The B C government’s clean-energy plan requires that 90 per cent of all new

light vehicles sold in B C must be zero-emission vehicles by 2030 BC Hydro estimates by that time there will be 350,000 such vehicles on B C roads, consuming about 1050 GWh annually

Of course, there are other enormous challenges facing the mass use of EVs other than just the supply of electricity to power them Chief among them is that Canada has little control over the supply chain that makes this kind of vehicle China’s state-owned mining companies own or control most

of the minerals (i e , cobalt, nickel and lithium) required to make EV batteries The vehicles are manufactured on their timetable

Make no mistake: climate change is real and bold action must be taken to deal with it

But as we have seen in many other instances, setting lofty goals when it comes to fighting climate change is one thing Attaining them is quite another

Keith Baldrey is chief political reporter for Global BC

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Please don’t cover up Central Park pool

Editor:

No, don’t do it! No roof on Central Park outdoor pool, please

Why close up an outdoor pool with a fixed roof? A moveable roof opened in the summer, maybe I’d be swimming in the rain during the summer if the pool were open

The best part of Central Park pool is the open sky Indoor under cover is not the same Burnaby needs to build some other pools

Not just makeshift as we go along Should have seen this coming?

I love, love the open air Central Park pool

This is the pool my children and I would ride our bicycles to every summer almost every day

It could use a refresh (i.e. change rooms and washrooms) Bringing back the concessions would be nice Maybe some sun umbrellas shading the babies, but putting a roof over it is blocking the summer sun, sky, trees and circling eagles from view while swimming

We live in an area that is densifying daily, and the bit of sunshine and open sky is a welcome relief.

Also, it is my favourite way to get my Vitamin

D from the sun A roof blocking the sun will impact my health

I’ve gone to MacPherson pool when Central was unavailable It is further away That is a sad pool site Its surroundings /play area has been neglected

All the pools have been neglected, with only the bare minimum maintenance and no enhancements

Karin Alzner

Park scheme is dead; overdevelopment lives on

Editor:

About the GRO cancellation: It appears the Burnaby city council is saying everything but, “I’m sorry that we again tried to railroad our agenda through”

Two facts: (1), they are simply rubber-stamping all kinds of development plans the unelected staff recommends; and (2), they preach the environmental challenges and then in the same breath invite hundreds/thousands of other municipalities’ polluting waste trucks into our city.

It boggles the mind Personally, I think the council needs new faces

Bill Phelps

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City groups granted nearly $219,000 for environment, public safety programs

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Three Burnaby-based organizations are receiving provincial funding towards public safety and environmental programs

Royal Life Saving Canada, a non-profit organization committed to the prevention of drowning and aquatic-related injury through water safety education, has received $23,550 through the provincial community gaming grants program

As well, theWildlife Rescue Association of British Columbia and Stream of Dreams Mural Society are being provided with $140,000 and $55,000, respectively

“Non-profit organizations play a vital role in our communities, especially when it comes to protecting local ecosystems and advancing public safety,” Burnaby-Edmonds MLA

Raj Chouhan said in a news release

“I am grateful to see this funding support for these key players who make our communities safer and a

Burnabyresidents, grouphonouredas diversitychampions

Emerging leaders,barrier breakers and trust builders recognized

Jess Balzer jfedigan@burnabynow com

Two Burnaby residents and an organization were among the recipients of the 2023 B C Multiculturalism and Anti-Racism Awards

Aria Law, at age 15, won the Emerging Leader Award for her work addressing hate targeted at seniors in her neighbourhood.

Law sold bao buns with anti-racism messages online, while also facilitating community conversations about racism

Law said.

“I hope that my experience encourages more youth to show kindness, patience and love to Asian seniors who have been harmed ”

Meanwhile, the GreaterVancouver Japanese Canadian Citizens’ Association was honoured with an award from the government for its outstanding work in building intercultural trust and understanding, and reducing hate between communities.

Cary Sakiyama, president of the Burnaby-based group, accepted the award on the organization’s behalf at a ceremony on March 21

Shanee Prasad earned an honourable mention in the breaking barriers category for her work on anti-racist strategies and tools

joy to be in.”

The province explained the public safety grants are set to address supports needed in restorative justice, firefighting, search and rescue, emergency preparedness and community safety

For the environment, the

money will aid in animal protection, conservation and environmental awareness programs

Community gaming grants provide $140 million per year from gaming revenue to support nearly 5,000 not-for-profit organizations that deliver ser-

vices to people in B.C. communities

The next round of applications for public safetyand environment-specific grants appears to begin July 1, according to the B.C. government’s website.

- with files from Kyle Balzer, Tri-City News

Law’s award also included a $5,000 grant, which will be donated to the organization of her choosing Canada Caring Community Alliance

“I am so grateful and humbled to be part of the awards ceremony and among other leaders in the anti-racism space,”

Law said in a news release

“Racism hurts, and we can call it out together,”

“Indigenous, Black and people of colour in B.C. and Canada continue to be harmed every day by discrimination and hate,” B.C. Attorney General Niki Sharma said in the release

“I’m so proud to recognize the award winners and nominees who are working to dismantle systemic racism and make our communities more fair, just and equitable for everyone.”

‘I am grateful to see this funding support for these key players who make our communities safer and a joy to be in,’MLA says

KUDOS: The Wildlife Rescue Association of British Columbia, located in Burnaby, has received $140,000 in funding from the provincial Community Gaming Grants program PHOTO WILDLIFE RESCUE ASSOCIATION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA/INSTAGRAM

Japanese culture in bloom at O-Hanami Festival Artsnow

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As spring approaches and cherry trees bloom around MetroVancouver, Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre will host its annual O-Hanami

Festival for folks to enjoy a day celebrating Japanese culture under the cherry blossoms

The festival, featuring live music, dance performances and a samurai swordfighting show, will take place on Satur-

day, April 1 from 11 a m to 5 p.m. at the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre at 6688 Southoaks Cres. in Burnaby

According to the Nikkei centre’s website, this is the first time the centre has

presented a live samurai swordfighting show.This “rare live action” show will be led by Japanese actorsYuki Kedoin and Haruno Niiyama along with their students from Tozenji-Seizan Buddhist Centre in Coquitlam.

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There will also be an opportunity for people to immerse themselves in Japanese cultural activities such as a tea ceremony and kimono dressing Resident martial arts groups are slated to demonstrate karate and judo, and visitors can prepare to be enchanted by a magic show for all ages.

You can also enjoy shopping and a variety of Japanese street foods Or enjoy live music and performances while savouring a special springthemed lunch box a sakura-bento

Advance bookings are required for the tea ceremony (sold out on Eventbrite, but the website says some door tickets might be available), kimono dressing, and the Sakura Bento (pre-orders are closed as of the date of this publication).

The doors will open

to guests at 10:30 a m and the cost of admission is $5. For members, children, youth under 17 years and seniors over 65, the admission is free.

For more information about the festival and schedule of performances, visit centre.nikkeiplace.org or call 604-777-7000

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Think pink: Experience Japanese Culture under the cherry blossoms at Burnaby’s Nikkei Centre on April 1 PHOTO EMILY NORTON/ ISTOCK/ GETTY IMAGES PLUS

SATURDAY, APRIL 1

O-HANAMI FESTIVAL AT THE NIKKEI CENTRE

Spring is in the air and cherry blossoms are in bloom celebrate the season at the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre at the O-Hanami Festival.

For the first time, the centre will feature a live samurai swordfighting show led by Japanese actors Yuki Kedoin and Haruno Niiyama with students from Tozenji Temple in Coquitlam

The festival includes a variety of Japanese cultural activities including a tea ceremony and kimono dressing, as well as demonstrations from martial arts groups like karate, judo and iaido. Many Japanese street foods will be available, as well as Japanese clothing and craft vendors.

WHEN: Saturday, April 1 from 11 a.m. to 5 p m

WHERE: Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre (6688 Southoaks Cres )

COST: $5 at the door, free for NNMCC members, seniors 65+ and children and youth 17 years old and under For more info, see centre nikkeiplace.org/events/ohanami2023/

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On Friday, March 31 and Saturday, April 1, Voirelia Dance Hub will present De/FormedRevival, a dance show blending contemporary dance with Renaissance art visuals

Three dancers will explore, through physically rigorous dance, the journey of emerging from “a mould that someone else has built around us,” including gender norms and “the struggle to let go of what others want us to be.”

WHEN: Friday, March 31 and Saturday, April 1 at 8 p m

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PHYLLIS ADELYNE AND COMPANY

SPRINGTIME SHOW

Head to the James Street Café to listen to the music of Phyllis Adelyne and Company, with Doug Louie on keys, Cal Washington on drums and Fred Ardiel on guitar at this springtime show Special guests will perform jazz, R&B and some gospel tunes.

The show is for all ages and the location is wheelchair-accessible

WHEN: Saturday, April 1 from 7:30 to 11 p.m.

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This all-day free festival celebrating Filipino culture

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KNIT IN PUBLIC

Join local club Vancouver Knit & Crochet Together at Brentwood mall and knit in public with a group of likeminded fibre enthusiasts.

WHEN: Sunday, April 2 from 10:30 a m to 1 p m

WHERE: Brentwood mall (4567 Lougheed Hwy ) on the second level near Steve’s Poke Bar

COST: None

Compiledby Lauren Vanderdeen

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to jumpstart

Canadian career?

Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) can connect you to work that makes use of your experience and credentials from your home country

TransLink, through the Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants program. Part of this work involves hosting local job fairs, connecting clients to professional mentors and preparing clients to be job-ready.

It can be so incredibly frustrating, moving to a new country with credentials to your name and plenty of professional experience to support them, only to be locked out of the opportunities that should be within your reach.

It is a reality Irene Lin from the Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) has not only witnessed while working at the agency supporting immigrants and refugees settling in Canada, but also one she experienced first-hand when she immigrated from Venezuela with her family 20 years ago

“Coming to Canada as an immigrant, and seeing my immigrant parents struggle in a new country, it was really, really hard We left the country because it was becoming very unsafe, and my parents, they

spoke no English, but they had to open a business in order to get their Canadian citizenship to stay here,”says the assistant manager of client services at the ISSofBC’s Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants program.

Knowing that she wanted to help other immigrants and refugees, she pursued a post-secondary education in international studies and began volunteering at ISSofBC. There, she joined the team that works to help immigrants and refugees settling in Canada through language, employment and career development support

Having since climbed to the position she’s in today, Lin now works to connect the ISSofBC’s clients to over the 2,000 different employers they have partnerships with, including the City of Vancouver, BC Hydro and

“I’m very passionate about helping people network with employers,” says Lin “My favourite part of this job is hearing all our clients’success stories. In one week, we literally get three to four success stories from clients who really vouch for the amazing client service they get from the career advisors and employer relation specialist team here.” She also particularly enjoys watching her clients grow their confidence and knowledge. Not only is the Career Paths program free, but it has also recently expanded its eligibility criteria to include those who’ve held Permanent Resident status within the last ten years, from the previous five year requirement.

“The best thing about this program is that we have a 70-80 per cent success rate of getting our clients placed into roles,”says Lin.“I really encourage people to take advantage of this opportunity because the support is there, and it’s amazing that we are able to provide this for newcomers, for free.”

For more information about ISSofBC’s Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants program, visit their website at issbc.org/ask.

Immigrant Services Society of BC (ISSofBC) has been working to welcome and empower newcomers to B.C. since 1968. Through language, employment and career support, they help immigrants build a future in Canada. For more information about ISSofBC’s Career Paths for Skilled Immigrants program, visit their website

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This free program is here to help.

Irene Lin. Photo by Kaitlyn Carino-Pablo

ISSofBC alumni, staff and employer partners (from Translink and RBC) in attendance during a Career Paths community celebration on March 16, 2023. Photo by Khristine Carino

Paola, Grade 7 Maywood Community School

DesignAnAd 2023

Design an Ad supplement showcases Burnaby students’ creativity

For years our annual Design an Ad special supplement has given Burnaby students a chance to show their creativity

The results in past years, in which the Burnaby NOW has teamed up with local businesses and organizations and School District 41 to ask city students to design newspaper ads for the special section, have been eye-catching, compelling and memorable, and this year is no exception

The students’ advertisements, always creative and insightful – and often humorous – draw attention to their subjects’ strengths while also at times underlining important messages

The student-created ads are collected by our team at the NOW and presented to the participating business who then can choose which student’s advertisements get to run in this years Design ad Ad section

The ads will also be displayed at The City of Lougheed during the month of April

As always, we’re grateful to all the students, teachers and advertisers that continue to make this annual project a success

Lara Graham Regional Publisher, Burnaby Now

Participating Schools:

British Columbia School for the Deaf (BCSD) Buckingham Elementary Cameron Elementary Confederation Park Elementary

Favourite Place to Learn a New Skill

Earlier this school year, we received the enormous honour of being chosen by the citizens of Burnaby as the number one place in the city to learn a new skill Each year as part of their A-List publication, the Burnaby Now asks readers to choose their favourites Part of what makes this recognition so special is that there are no suggestions provided – voters are given a blank line to fill in

One of the important opportunities the Burnaby School District provides to learn a new skill is through career exploration

This competition for Design an Ad is an example of that: a chance to try marketing and advertising At the high school level, there are dozens of Programs of Choice, which are strengthened by our partnerships in this community with post-secondary institutions and industry The options include everything from technology and trades, to sports academies and exploring the world of engineering

In an evolving world, it’s even more important that students are equipped with the necessary skills Take artificial intelligence as an example, it is already impacting today’s workplaces and by the time this year’s Kindergarten classes graduate from high school, the impact on the evolution of the employment landscape is impossible to imagine No matter what the future brings, the communication, critical thinking, resiliency, and social skills students are developing in school will serve them well

We are proud of public education in Burnaby and are deeply appreciative to be recognized as the A-list Favourite Place to Learn a New Skill From learning throughout the school year to classes offered during Summer Session and through our adult education program, there is something for everyone Relationships and partnerships strengthen all that we do and support our commitment to continuously improve, as we work to empower students for the opportunities of today and tomorrow.

Visit our website at burnabyschools ca and the district Twitter account @burnabyschools to learn more about what we do Bill Brassington Chair, Burnaby Board of Education

École Armstrong Elementary

École Capitol Hill Elementary

École Seaforth Elementary

École Westridge Elementary

Favourite Place to Learn a New Skill

Forest Grove Elementary

Gilpin Elementary Kitchener Elementary Lyndhurst Elementary

Maywood Community School

Montecito Elementary Morley Elementary Nelson Elementary

Second Street Community School

Stoney Creek Community School

Suncrest Elementary

Twelfth Avenue Elementary

ELEMENTARY

We provide experiences to learn new skills throughout the school year and in Summer Session – empowering students with the opportunities they need to succeed.

SECONDARY

There are many opportunities to learn new skills in our high schools. Programs of Choice have something for everyone from trades and sports academies to video game design and exploring the world of engineering.

ADULT EDUCATION

We have one of the largest adult education programs run by a school district in BC. If you want to prepare for a new career or learn a new skill, Burnaby Community & Continuing Education (Burnaby CCE) has something for everyone.

Learn more: www.burnabyschools.ca

@burnabyschools

1st PLACE

BurnabyNorthstudentspresentShrekTheMusical Artsnow

AbhinayaNatesh anatesh@burnabynow com

Prepare to revel in nostalgia when high school students take the stage as your favourite green ogres and ogre princesses.

Burnaby North Secondary School is bringing

a family-friendly production of ShrekThe Musical to the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts on March 30 and 31 at 7 p m

The musical is based on the hit 2001 film, Shrek, about an ogre who wants to get his swamp back and embarks on a mission to

save Princess Fiona

Burnaby North performing arts teacher

Charlene Agnew said the overall theme of the stage version is acceptance of self and others

The performances follow months of hard work and late-night rehears-

als by the production’s 26 students (including crew), who range from grades 8 to 12

“We started in late September, so we did … roughly 180 hours in six months,” Agnew said “So it’s really intense, long hours.The actual play is

two-and-a-half hours, but getting into costume and makeup, running the play, giving notes can take over an hour ”

Agnew, in conversation with the NOW, said her experience with the cast and crew has been rewarding, adding that the students are committed and passionate about the project.

“They’ve been taking notes really well, which is a skill in itself to take feedback and then actually apply it They’ve been doing that really well ”

The musical, she said, is “catchy, funny and entertaining ”

SHREK THE MUSICAL

Presented by Burnaby North Secondary School at Shadbolt Centre for the Arts

Where: 6450 Deer Lake Ave , Burnaby

When: Thursday, March 30 and Friday, March 31 at 7 p.m.

Tickets: $18 for adults and $15 students; call 604-205-3000 or buy online at tickets.shadbolt centre com

On stage: Burnaby North drama students Astor Garcia as Shrek and Jun Zulita as Donkey in BNSS presentation of Shrek The Musical PHOTO CHARLENE AGNEW

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Ex-MPRobinsonamongSFU honorarydegreerecipients

School to pay tribute at convocation ceremonies

JessBalzer jfedigan@burnabynow com

Former longtime Burnaby MP Svend Robinson has been chosen to receive an honorary degree from Simon Fraser University (SFU).

Robinson, who represented Burnaby in the House of Commons for the NDP from 1979 to 2004, will receive the degree of Doctor of Laws,

honoris causa at a ceremony on June 6.

SFU said its honorary degrees are awarded in recognition of scholarly, scientific, artistic achievements or in recognition of exceptional contributions to the public good

“Honorary degree recipients’ achievements celebrate our values and serve as an inspiration to our students, graduands and our community,” the school said in a release

DEGREE RECIPIENTS

Adelle Blackett Doctor of Laws, honoris causa

Donald Dingwell Doctor of Science, honoris

causa

Barbara Findlay Doctor of Laws, honoris causa

Dany Laferrière Doctor of Letters, honoris causa

Joy MacPhail Doctor of Laws, honoris causa

Svend Robinson Doctor of Laws, honoris causa

ZainubVerjee Doctor of Fine Arts, honoris causa

Stan Douglas Doctor of Fine Arts, honoris causa

Esther Duflo Doctor of Laws, honoris causa

Larry Grant Doctor of Laws, honoris causa

PhyllisWebstad Doctor of Laws, honoris causa

Notice of disposal of detained vessel under Section 123 of the Canada Marine Act

Vessel: 26 foot MacGregor sailing vessel #AB247334

Location: on August 28, 2022 the vessel was found aground east of Barnet Marine Park in Burnaby, B C

Please be advised that, in one month from the date of this publication notice, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority will dispose of the above described vessel that is considered to be abandoned, unless the owner(s) remove the vessel from its current location to an authorized area.

If this vessel belongs to you, and you wish to obtain further information regarding this notice, please contact the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority at 604.665.9086 or Harbour_Master@portvancouver.com and reference file number 202208-0884.

AS WE AGE Celebrating Seniors

Volunteering is a win-win for seniors, community

MargaretCoates

lions view@telus net

Lately I have been hearing about the need for volunteers from several organizations on the North Shore.

During COVID-19, the rate of volunteering plummeted because of the various protocols in place to keep us safe, such as social distancing and isolating However, now that the pandemic is no longer so threatening, volunteers are needed more than ever as programs and services have reopened in organizations that work with seniors

ThoughVolunteer

Awareness week is April 16 to 22, I thought I would put in an early pitch, since

there is an immediate need to recruit volunteers

As we know, volunteering is good for the community and good for us.

On theVolunteer Canada website, it says, “Volunteering is a fundamental act of good citizenship.

It’s also essential in our society”

According to their theme for volunteer week, “volunteering weaves us together, strengthening the fabric of our community by sharing our time, talent, and energy to support one another ”

The Conference Board of Canada, in a presentation in 2018, said:

“Though volunteers are unpaid, their contribution adds to economic activity through the value of ser-

vices provided ”

It estimated that volunteers “added over two billion hours to Canada’s

work effort in 2017 and that this volunteer contribution is valued at $55 9 billion in 2017 equiv-

alent to 2.6 per cent of GDP”

For an individual, the benefits of volunteering in-

clude physical and mental rewards

Interaction with others increases (always important to keep from us from becoming isolated)

We are afforded opportunities to learn and gain knowledge and to share talents and wisdom gained through a lifetime of experience

We will feel an increase in our self-esteem and a sense of satisfaction We will feel more empowered and valued

Volunteering provides wonderful opportunities to give back to the community

When you retire, you might find yourself at loose ends with little to keep you busy

Continued on page 26

As pandemic wanes,we should be focusing our efforts into getting out and volunteering once more

Volunteervalue: The Conference Board of Canada estimated that, in 2017 alone, volunteer work in Canada contributed $55 9 billion to the Canadian economy PHOTO FATCAMERA/E+/GETTYIMAGES

AS WE AGE Celebrating

Volunteerdrivers,service workersurgentlyneeded

Continued from page 24

Volunteering can make the transition from paid employment easier by offering opportunities to stay connected to community in a meaningful way.Volunteering can be an important part of a healthy, active retired life

Volunteers must be treated well and be motivated to keep working through recognition programs and the provision of opportunities to grow.

If a volunteer gets bored or does not feel appreciated, they probably will not stay in the position

Organizations that have a volunteer program often say without volunteers assisting in providing programs and services, the valuable work of the organization is unlikely to get done at the level that is needed

It is said that for every staff person in a non-profit, there are 10 volunteers helping them It is true that most organizations could not afford the staffing levels required to do the work

Because people are not taking up the available volunteer opportunities in the community in the way they did pre-COVID-19, various positions are going unfilled

I have heard that or-

Motivation: Recognition programs can help organizations keep volunteers happy and engaged PHOTO SOLSTOCK/E+/GETTY

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ganizations badly need bus drivers and individual drivers, office and food service workers, crafters, wood workers, gardeners, docents, committee and board members, computer techs and greeters.

There are many more positions and, in our community, there is probably a position to fit anyone’s fancy.

Some people may still be reluctant about getting back out into the community in face-to-face situations In that case, check with organizations to see if they have a friendly phoning (from your home) program, or any other program which does not require close, in-person contact

Volunteering is fun did I mention that? I volunteer, and as well as feeling rewarded for my efforts, I have a great time

Try it; you might like it

Margaret Coates is the co-ordinator of Lionsview Seniors’Planning Society.She has lived on the North Shore for 52 years and has worked for and with seniors for 27 of those years.Ideas for future columns are welcome – email lions view@telus net

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AS WE AGE

Proactive steps

MargaretCoates

lions view@telus net

There is a lot of talk in the news, among professionals and seniors and their family and friends, that staying healthy is a worthy goal for older people But why, we might ask?

The United Nations says the world’s population is aging

They say “virtually every country in the world is experiencing growth in the number and proportion of older persons in their population Population aging is poised to become one of the most significant social transformations of the 21st century for nearly all sectors of society, including labour and financial markets, the demand for goods and services, such as housing, transportation

and social protection, as well as family structures and intergenerational ties.”

On the April 2022 Statistics Canada website, it says more than 861,000 people aged 85 and older were counted in the 2021 census, more than twice the number observed in the 2001 census It also notes the population aged 85 and older is one of the fastest-growing age groups, with a 12 per cent increase from 2016

As well, more than 9,500 centenarians are now living in Canada a 16 per cent increase from 2016 These statistics also tell us these increases will have major implications for Canadian society.

Notwithstanding the broader social and economic implications of an aging population, those of us who are in that aging

population of seniors want to have the best possible quality of life as we age. By taking preventative measures now, we can age well at every stage of our aging life span

Aging well has implications for us as older adults and the community we live in If we age well, we can better contribute to our community as a consumer, a volunteer and, if necessary, as an essential caregiver to family and friends. It is expected that if we age well as an individual, we can experience an excellent quality of life.

In my columns over the years, I have stressed the trifecta of a healthy lifestyle: eating well, exercising and staying connected to community

On the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal website (www mcmasterop-

timalaging.org), it also suggests taking care of your mental health, getting enough sleep, identifying risk factors for disease and more I would suggest that affordable housing and accessible transportation also contribute to older people aging well

Eating well promotes and supports social, physical and mental well-being for everyone, at all ages and stages of life.

Good nutrition, no matter what age you are, is essential for good health.

Exercise is one of the key preventative health choices contributing to seniors’ health and well-being

Getting a good night’s sleep has been touted over the last few years as a tool for healthy aging Not only is it satisfying to get a full night’s sleep, but it can potentially reduce the risk of developing anxiety, depression, cognitive issues, and physical harms such as heart disease

Supports such as affordable housing can relieve us of the anxiety in our older years of being underhoused or homeless.

Good transportation gets us out of our homes so we can interact in our community, which reduces the potential for social iso-

lation

Taking care of our mental health is also essential to aging well

TheWorld Health Organization’s website says the most common neuropsychiatric disorders in the older adult age group are dementia and depression It also lists anxiety disorders, substance abuse problems and self-harm as concerns for those aged 60 or older It’s essential to get help if you or a family member or friend are experiencing any mental health issues

I am not sure how long I’m going to live, but if it is going to be 10, 20 or perhaps 30 more years, I want to age well so I can enjoy life and contribute to my community

Margaret Coates is the co-ordinator of Lionsview Seniors’Planning Society

adults and the community we live

Sportsnow

Burnaby FC unveils new uniforms

Black,white and gold jerseys come two months after club revealed logo

JessBalzer

jfedigan@burnabynow com

Burnaby FC is one step closer to taking the pitch.

And now, fans have a first glimpse of how the club will be showcased across all levels of competition

Burnaby FC recently revealed its inaugural jerseys for its different divisions

The BCSPL/metro and Division 1 jerseys for U16 to U18 feature a black home kit with the club logo over the heart and gold Adidas striping on the shoulder

The same design on a body of white is set to be used for away matches

The house/divisional and adult away jerseys are the same colours on both kits, but without Adidas’ three-stripe signature on

the shoulders.

The club has said its circle-shaped logo is a symbol of the unity that embodies the community of Burnaby, while the “B” is a direct reference to the city

The eagle is a nod to the City of Burnaby’s flag, while its wings represent each of the five clubs that merged together

That includes Mountain United FC, Cliff Avenue United FC,Wesburn Football Club, Burnaby Girls Soccer and Burnaby District MetroTeams

“Selecting a logo which best reflects what we wanted to express as a club was something we took very seriously, and we took the time and made the ef-

Taekwondostudentsshine

NewWestminster and Burnaby athletes from OMACTaekwondo in NewWest brought home some impressive hardware from recent competitions

Instructor Jason Russel of NewWest won bronze in the U50 Male Poomsae at the Canada OpenTaekwondo Championships, held Feb 23 to 25 at Canada Place Athletes from the school also took part in the BC OpenTaekwondo Championships on Feb 26 at Canada Place

Here’s how they fared:

fort needed to get it right,” executive director Morgan Quarry said in an earlier statement.

“Thanks to collaboration among the original clubs, we feel we have landed on a logo which our members and the Burnaby soccer community can get behind and wear with a sense of pride ”

Sparring: Instructor Ryan Abel (NewWest), bronze; Andon Le (Surrey), gold.

Poomsae: Max Choi, bronze (Burnaby) 10-11 boys yellow belt;Tom Anderko, gold (NewWestminster) 10-11 boys yellow belt; Om Ajgaonkar, silver (NW) 8-9 boys blue belt; Stefan Rotaru, bronze (NW) 10-11 boys black belt; Misha Fossl,

Top 8 (NW) 12-14 Cadet female black belt; instructor Michaella Revereza, bronze (NW) U30 female black belt; Shaun Cadiz, silver (NW) 6-7 boys yellow belt; Isaac Santos, silver (NW) 1011 boys green belt; Aiden Santos, bronze (NW) 6-7 boys green belt; Faith Lu, bronze (NW) 11-12 girls green belt; Hazel Essery, bronze (NW) 11-12 girls green belt; Mariyah Mann, bronze (NW) 8-9 girls green belt; Athena Lam, bronze (Burnaby) 8-9 girls blue belt; Hana Bessler, bronze (NW) 11-12 girls red belt; Ava Rhyne,Top 8 (NW) 12-14 Cadet female black belt; McKinley Steffan, gold (NW) 11-12 girls orange belt; Junah Fossl,Top 8 (NW) 14-17 junior male black belt; Nurdan Almabekov, gold (Burnaby) U30 male red belt; Emilio Brehm, gold (NW) 10-11 boys orange belt.

Club colours: Burnaby FC’s new BC Soccer Premier League/Metro/Division 1 U16-U18 home and away jerseys PHOTO BURNABY FC

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REMEMBRANCES

In Loving Memory of Addeline Gilfillan

March 10, 1938 - March 29, 2022

It’s been a year and not a day has passed when you have not been in our hearts

Love You, Frank, He ene, Bert and Grandch ldren

FRASER, Carole

November 4, 1950 February 27, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our wonderful mother, wife, sister, and friend. Carole Joanne Fraser passed away peacefully on February 27th at Sechelt hospital with her family by her side. She is survived by her husband of almost 52 years, Don; children Ian and Allison (Michael); grandsons Kaleb, Griffin and Silas; siblings Gordon (Darlene), Diane (Dan), Rodney (Candace) and Kenneth (Sharleen); and numerous nieces and nephews, as well as countless friends who were more like her family. She is predeceased by her parents, Henry and Christina Halvorsen.

Carole was born in Vancouver, BC, and grew up in North Burnaby. She met the love of her life, Don, and they were married in 1971. Together, they started two of their greatest projects, their family and their company Northwest Landscape and Stone Supply. As the years went by, both projects grew their business expanded, and so did their family. Carole was a devoted and attentive mother and was immensely proud of her two children and grandchildren.

CORCIONE, Rafael

July 29, 1937 - March 15, 2023

Rafael Corcione of New Westminster, BC, passed away Wednesday, March 15, 2023 He s survived and ov ngly remembered by his 3 children, 6 grandchi dren, 2 brothers, fami y and many friends

He was born in Naples Italy to loving parents and had 6 wonderfu s b ings At the age of 21 he mmigrated to Ha ifax but disl ked the c imate ntensely, so kept moving west until he reached Vancouver He settled in the community of Kerr sda e where he owned and operated a successful hair salon and ra sed his fam ly It wasn’t unti he retired that he moved to New Westm nster where he began a new chapter and met many wonderfu friends

Rafael had many hobb es but his true joy was spend ng time at his property on Sa t Spr ng Island tending his garden

He was a force w th an easy charm, and a true maver ck who lived ife on his terms; he wi l be greatly missed by al who knew him

Funera services to be he d at St Peter’s Cathol c Church, 330 Royal Ave , New Westm nster, Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 12:00 pm

In ieu of flowers, cons der donating to the charity of your choice

Condolences may be offered to the fam ly at www kearneyfs com

Kearney Columbia-Bowel Chape l 604-521-4881

Eventually, Carole and Don left Burnaby to become full time residents of Pender Harbour this was a dream realized for Carole. She was an avid golfer and member of the Pender Harbour Golf Club and could be found on the course almost daily when she was able. She loved the wildlife on the shores, often spending time watching otters play and eagles swoop through the skies.

Carole was a social creature and cherished her friendships as though they were her family. In the ate 60s and early 70s, she played the tenor drum n the Vancouver Ladies Pipe Band. She carried many fond memories of her time and travels with her band friends. Carole loved her community in Pender Harbour, spending warm summer evenings at barbecues with friends and neighbours. She and Don frequently travelled, trekking across numerous countries and meeting various people. While she enjoyed exploring new places New Zealand and France being favourites Carole was always happy to return to her family and her home.

Carole was a strong and positive woman, which was most evident during the last few years of her ife as she faced numerous health challenges. She took life on with courage and determination and never failed to greet her grandchildren with enthusiasm and warmth. Carole was a compassionate and loving woman and will be dearly missed.

Our family would like to extend our gratitude to the wonderful caregivers who supported Carole, as well as the incredible staff at the Pender Harbour Health Center In lieu of flowers, we ask that you please consider a donation to the Pender Harbour Health Centre.

GARRITY, Noreen (aka Norah Mary O’Hara)

August 26, 1940 - March 2, 2023

It s w th great sadness we share the news of the sudden passing of our Mum at her home n New Westm nster

She w l be deeply missed by her chi dren, Deborah (Steve), Helen (M ke), Steven (Sandra); sister Linda, brother Fred; 11 grandchi dren, 12 great grandchi dren, nieces, nephews, along with a mu titude of family members and fr ends throughout the wor d

Our beautifu Mum was an accomplished post secondary nstructor, movie guru, furious card p ayer, fabu ous dancer, lover of mus c and al anima s, cru se enthus ast and se f-procla med flirt She wi l always be remembered for her nfect ous augh and being the ‘life of the party ’

Her legacy of love and kindness, will live on through her family and friends

In memory, a donat on to one of her favorite places, North Island Wi d ife Recovery (250-248-8534), www niwra org would be greatly appreciated Mum de ighted in visiting the bears and wou d often donate to the centre

To share thoughts stor es or to rece ve details of her Celebrat on of Life, p ease message: rememberingscottishnoreen@gma l com

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RELICK, Captain John

Capta n John Rel ck passed away March 20, 2023 at the age of 95 He was born in Croat a on January 22, 1928, came to Canada as an infant in 1929 and spent his youth on a farm n Surrey, B C In the 1950’s he d scovered ife on the water and never looked back He became a master mar ner and sk ppered tugs on the Pacific coast for Vancouver Tug then Seaspan International for 40 years Our dad s predeceased by h s w fe and partner, Mar e He is survived by daughters Kristi (Oliver) and Suzanne, grandchi dren Mon ka (Mike,) Ke l (Ry an,) Blaise (Dustin) and Michael (Krystina) as wel as great grandchi dren Haze , Audrey and Luw He a so enjoyed the company of his large extended fam ly and a network of friends and ne ghbours He was a devoted fam ly man and was dearly loved by everyone who knew him He derived great joy from some of ife’s simple pleasures: gather ng w th fr ends and fami y around the d nner table, istening to mus c and solving crossword puzzles and Sudoku We were so lucky to have had h m a l this time, and he w l be great y missed Dad received excel ent care from fam ly doctor Kate MacDonald and from many members of the Vancouver Island Hea th Author ty staff For this we are truly gratefu No service at his request As our dad was a very generous man, p ease consider making a donat on to the charity of your choice

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TOTH, Vince Paul Gyula

March 1, 1964 - March 15, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Vince (Vinnie) on March 15, 2023 in New Westminster at the age of 59 He was predeceased by his parents, Helen and Julius Toth He w l be loving y remembered by Joan, h s wife and partner of th rty years, his daughters who gave h m his greatest oy and who he adored: Ju ia, Grace and Madel ne; h s brother Bernie and sister Cece (Joe) as we l as h s niece, nephews and many cousins

Grow ng up n New Westm nster, Vince was involved n sports and the community After h gh school, he attended BCIT before pursu ng a career in the trades working until 1996, when he started his own company, Coastal Mountain Crane, wh ch recent y ce ebrated 25 years of business

V nn e lived life to the ful est He was a wonderfu friend with a generous sp rit and a great sense of humour who touched many ives H s fami y and the numerous friends who knew and loved him, w ll miss him dear y

A memor al mass and reception wi l be held at St Peter’s Roman Catholc Church in New Westmnster on Saturday, Apr l 1, 2023 at 11:00am

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