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oey Le is a survivor. In the 10 years he’s run Video Stop on 12th Street, right near the New Westminster and Burnaby border, he’s survived changes in home video technology from VHS tapes to DVDs to blu-ray and withstood competition from chains like Blockbuster and Rogers that has driven other independent stores like his out of business. But Blockbuster is gone to bankruptcy, Rogers is closing stores; the two stores in Burnaby and the New Westminster outlet at Columbia Square will rent their last video on Dec. 4, then begin selling off their inventory. That means there will soon be no more brick and mortar video stores in Burnaby and New West. Except for Joey.
Where it’s going is digital downloading, says Paul Budra, an associate professor of English at Simon Fraser University who’s studied trends in popular culture. He’s co-authored a book with fellow professor Clint Burnham that chronicles the decline of books and bookstores in favour of digital copies and online retailers. He sees parallels to the home video industry as consumers opt for the convenience of streaming services like NetÀix. The numbers bear him out. In 1999, Canadians spent $100 a year on movie rentals but by 2009 that had fallen to $62 according to Statistics Canada. In the United States, rentals from traditional video stores fell 13 per cent last year to 27 per cent of the overall rentals while subscription services like NetÀix MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER accounted for 41 per cent of rentals. New customers Joey Le has reason to jump for joy. With the bankruptcy of Blockbuster and the “If I can get a movie and I don’t have closure of all Rogers video stores in New Westminster and Burnaby, he’s the only to get off my butt or go out in the rain, Already the closure of the big chain video rental outlet still standing. But he also knows advances in technology mean stores has sent new customers to his why would I,” says Budra. “We Àock to his days are numbered. crowded little shop, from all over New whatever is easiest.” West and south Burnaby, and from as far “So many of us are time de¿cient,” says away as east Vancouver and Delta. He suspects the the demands of its patrons. Children’s DVDs have Hugh Thompson, the owner of digitalhome.ca, an latest closures will send even more his way. grown by 10 per cent, music DVDs have increased online community of home theatre enthusiasts. “We It’s quite a reversal in fortune from a few years by 33 per cent and the collection of non-¿ction come home late from work and we sit in front of the ago, when he considered closing his shop because documentaries has expanded by 27 per cent. TV and we decide we want to watch a movie, do he couldn’t compete with the chains’ vast selection, But, Toner-Rogala is quick to point out, the library you want go out to the video store or do you want to their buying power to bring in huge quantities of isn’t a video store, it doesn’t acquire 50 copies of just turn on your TV.” popular titles and their decisions to eliminate late the latest Harry Potter blockbuster to ensure anyone As people become accustomed to being able to fees. who wants one can get one. access all their media online to digital devices like “The way libraries build collections is different,” their televisions, computers, cellphones and tablets, she says. “We get some hot titles but we do focus on the demise of physical objects like books, CDs and titles you wouldn’t see in a traditional video store.” DVDs will hasten, says Budra. Paul Budra, SFU professor Like locally produced documentaries, foreign “There’s a shift to a generation of people who There’s a shift to a generation of people who ¿lms to serve a diverse population, ¿lm festival can’t imagine not being able to download whatever can’t imagine not being able to download favourites and a strong collection of older they want.” whatever they want. movies that the library’s manager of acquisitions, Price of convenience in consultation with the other librarians, ¿lm But that convenience comes with a price, says Burnaby Public Library has also noticed an publications, critics and patrons, has deemed Budra. As formats change, some ¿lms are left increase in borrowing from its movie collection, essential to represent the medium. behind because it doesn’t make ¿nancial sense to about 11 per cent in 2009-10 and it’s up another It can be a daunting task, especially with changing migrate them to the new format. There are thousands 10 per cent so far this year. Of four million items technology. The library only recently stopped of ¿ lms that haven’t been upgraded from VHS to circulated in 2010, 800,000 of them were DVDs, acquiring VHS tapes and they’re holding off getting DVD or blu-ray. says Edel Toner-Rogala, Burnaby’s chief librarian. into blu-ray to see where digital technology goes. In response, the library has been increasing the Please see VICTIM, A11 size of its collection and adjusting selection to meet
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Was smart meter to blame for fried fridge? Hydro says process no different than unplugging appliance Wanda Chow wchow@burnabynewsleader.com
A Burnaby couple returned from a few days away recently to ¿nd their refrigerator and microwave not working. They also found a smart meter newly installed on their house. Irene Haraga, 66, said they believe the two incidents may be connected and that a power surge may have taken place. She and her husband left on Sunday, Nov. 6 and arrived home Tuesday, Nov. 8 to ¿nd their fridge warm and most of the contents of their freezer defrosted and spoiled. Wanting to heat up something to eat, the microwave turned out to be out of order too. Plugging it into another outlet didn’t work. They also noticed the paper towel they keep inside to catch spills had a dark burnt ring on it. She said they’re lucky it didn’t catch on ¿re. Looking for answers, their son-in-law, who lives with their daughter in the basement, recalled that the smart meter installer had knocked on their door prompting him to unplug his computer equipment until the installer was ¿nished.
In addition to other clues The Haragas aren’t the to a brief power outage, ¿rst to have an appliance such as clocks showing stop working after a the wrong time, they smart meter installation. noticed the circuit breaker According to an August connected to their fridge story in the Richmond was tripped. Review, a Richmond The next day, Haraga man said his fridge was called BC Hydro’s working ¿ne until the emergency number and arrival of the smart meter was told someone would installer. When electricity be contacting her, but as was restored after the of Tuesday, almost a week installation, the fridge later, they still hadn’t. started making noises A repairman estimated and stopped working. it would cost several But BC Hydro denies hundred dollars to ¿x the such problems are due to fridge motor, which was the smart meter program. “toast,” she said, noting it, To date, about 300,000 like the house, is only six smart meters have been years old. installed provincewide So they opted to replace MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER and “the vast majority Irene Haraga says a power surge that occurred when a new of those have been the appliances, she said, smart meter was connected by BC Hydro in her home destroyed problem free,” said and gave kudos to the some of her appliances like a microwave oven. salesperson at the Bay Cindy Verschoor, BC who provided a discount compensation from Hydro but Hydro’s communications when she explained what happened. would like an apology and wants manager for the smart meter Still, she’s out of pocket $1,700. them to advise customers to program. And since her new fridge wasn’t shut off power to their homes at Prior to the smart meter program, in stock, she’s had to share her the electrical panel before the about 40,000 electrical meters had daughter’s fridge and keep her installations take place. Granted, been exchanged annually. produce outside in the cold while that may be easier said than done. During the installation, a brief she waits almost two weeks for its She received a letter notifying 60-second power outage occurs delivery. her of the installation two to three and when power is restored, it’s no “It’s kind of like camping,” she weeks in advance. “They don’t tell different than when it occurs after said with a laugh. you when. You can’t stay home for any other type of power outage, she Haraga isn’t seeking three weeks.” said.
“There’s actually no indication that changing meters is any different than plugging in or unplugging an appliance ... It would not cause a voltage surge.” Verschoor called such incidents “very, very unusual” but could not provide ¿gures. “Very, very small number of people actually do make a claim. But if they do make a claim, BC Hydro investigates each one thoroughly.” She could not speculate on what happened in the Haragas’s case. In general, “We are discovering some problems with customer wiring as we go through the process of exchanging meters around the province,” Verschoor said. “In a very small number of cases we do ¿nd that the customer actually does need to do some repairs to their wiring, that they may have an issue they didn’t know about otherwise.” Customers are sent a letter about a month in advance of an installation which explains the process. It’s suggested that items such as computers be turned off to prevent any work from being lost during the power outage. However, there is no option to make an appointment so customers can be home during the installation, Verschoor said, adding people can call BC Hydro with any questions. twitter.com/@burnabynews
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BCA’s repeat sweep ‘unprecedented’: Smith Wanda Chow wchow@burnabynewsleader.com
Simon Fraser University political science professor Patrick Smith wasn’t entirely surprised by the Burnaby Citizens’ Association’s (BCA) repeat sweep in last Saturday’s civic election. But, he said, “In a sense I think it’s the missed story of the election in the Lower Mainland.â€? The Burnaby resident said of the media interviews he did, “I probably had 10 calls on [Surrey Mayor] Dianne Watts and I say, ‘yeah, that’s interesting.’ She got 81 per cent, a low [voter] turnout and she managed to sweep the council. “If you look next door, [Burnaby Mayor Derek] Corrigan did that too with a paltry 77 per cent and something that is actually unprecedented.â€? Smith can think of a few cases of political parties winning every seat in an election, but never one that’s done the same thing twice in a row, at least in Canada. “I haven’t been able to Âżnd anything that replicates it.â€? British Columbia is somewhat different from other provinces in that political parties are such a Âżxture in civic politics. “It’s partly because we have a kind of ridiculous electoral system—at large,â€? he said. “We’re the odd one out in lots of ways.â€? Those include the fact B.C. doesn’t limit campaign spending, contributions or third-party spending. “We are the most unregulated local election Âżnance system in the country.â€? As for the BCA, Smith believes the key to its success is that, despite being left-of-centre, it’s not exclusively so. “BCA has developed, it seems to me, a fairly inclusive kind of tent.â€? He suggested that broader appeal and acceptance
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Edmonds Festival of Lights switches on Saturday The Edmonds Festival of Lights will be brightening up that part of Burnaby on Saturday. From 2 to 4:30 p.m. on Nov. 26, there will be caroling, bell-ringers and children’s activities at the Edmonds Community Centre, home to the seniors centre, at Kingsway and Edmonds Street. Santa will visit at about 2:30 p.m. Speeches start at 4:30 p.m. followed by the lighting of a Christmas tree outside and free hot dogs and hot chocolate served by Burnaby ÂżreÂżghters. “It’s the start of the festive season for Christmas,â€? said organizer and newly re-elected city councillor Paul McDonell.
In addition to the Christmas tree, Edmonds and Kingsway will be adorned with festive lighting until January. McDonell said after nine years, the Edmonds Santa Claus parade has been cancelled due to a lack of organizers and difÂżculty getting participants. It was also always at the mercy of the weather, which is another reason the Festival of Lights is being held indoors. He hopes to eventually move the event to the new Edmonds Community Centre and Pool currently under construction, where he plans to have community organizations sponsor decorated trees.
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Transit plan will stall Trinity-Spadina NDP MP Olivia Chow’s proposed National Public Transit Strategy, or Bill C-615, is a good idea in theory but has a long road in front of it before it ever becomes a reality. Chow proposes introducing a federal voice, the Ministry of Transportation, to the transit conversation in an attempt to align public transit visions, planning goals and construction time frames and budgets across the country. She notes that Canada is the only G8 country without such a plan, which is true. But how many countries are as vast and thinly populated as Canada in this group? None. A plan in Victoria may not work in St. John’s or Winnipeg, so having federal input would be mostly redundant. Transit relies on population density and subsidies. We are far from meeting the density of other G8 countries, and the Conservatives aren’t big on subsidies. What’s more, as a private member’s bill, Bill C-615 would require royal assent to allow for any funding mechanism, something the Conservative majority probably doesn’t have an appetite for. So already the bill is in trouble on three fronts. The Ministry of Transportation is stretched beyond its limit. Royal assent, and thus funding, is unlikely, and the proposal exempts Quebec, which would simply ask for the money instead of participating. Blair Lekstrom, B.C.’s transport minister, and other provincial transport ministers might have a hard time swallowing that idea. Leave transit under its current authorities – provincial and regional governments – and let them compete for the funding that is available. If public transit is an important issue to citizens, then politicians who support the notion will be elected, and can improve transit from a local perspective. A national strategy sounds like a noble idea but in this country, it will probably run out of gas. – Black Press
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eather is a wondrous thing. It’s no wonder people talk about it all the time. Monday night it was the wind, blowing like the bejesus, making the rain a weapon. At our house— and no doubt, yours—it was like someone pelting pebbles against the windows and siding, and I slept nary a wink. Riding my bike to work last week, the headwind was a cursed foe. Muscles aching as I worked the pedals, walking would have been faster. Thankfully it was a relatively deserted stretch of road as I shouted something that sounded a little like “TRUCK!” into the wind. Yet a tailwind is a joy, like being carried by a benevolent hand. Few things affect our moods like weather. Music may be a close second, but the elements and their whims have an uncanny ability to take us from agony to bliss, and all the stops in between. For those who care to stop and enjoy, it can bless us with wonder. Two Fridays ago, a massive gust blew through our area, lasting about ¿ve minutes.
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I was in my of¿ce at the time, facing a wall of windows. In what seemed mere moments, the sky turned from grey to a roaring river of Àuttering colour. It was pure inundation, like a swirling murmuration of starlings feathered with gold, copper and bronze. The nearby cottonwoods seemed eager to show their winter bones. And then, as quickly as it started, there were just a few stray leaves. Then nothing. It was awesome. I had never seen anything like it. A child would have known what to do in this whirlwind. It called for giggles, a dance with nature as wind was made Àesh. And just as weather amazes, it energizes and calms. With its cool touch, as we step out of our muggy fall homes, it invigorates.
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In fall, as true “West Coast” weather takes hold, it provides a backdrop for comfort. While the outside world is dark and deep with cloud, in black and tattered shrouds of ash across the sky, away from the steady downpour we retreat to blankets, tea, books and scotch. To stews, wine, hot chocolate, and the company of others. Lightning has a way of burning into your memory. My Àashbulbs reveal me as a ¿ve-year-old in Alberta, huddling beneath a canoe in the bed of a pickup as we Àee the lake in a downpour as the gods thunder. At 19 on the French Atlantic coast, warm and safe, watching the sky light up over the Bay of Biscay with some new friends. Years later, on a Utah desert highway, paranoid, trying to remember if rubber tires provide safety from electrocution. And later still, with my future wife on an evening walk, taking refuge from the rain beneath a canopy of trees at a local park, watching the devil’s forks light up the distant sky, grateful for a show that feels staged on our behalf. In winter, the snow brings delight.
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Always best when it arrives in evening, before thoughts turn to morning commutes, when we are warm at home, watching it drift beneath the streetlamps. The city is quiet, the blanket of white softens the canvas, simpli¿es, puri¿es the landscape, blurring the lines between yard, sidewalk and street as people walk down the road, pulling a child on a sled, dust off a pair of cross-country skis, turn their driveway into a toboggan run. And of course, there is always the joy of the sun. Even before dark winter departs, we are granted those days of bliss when it warms our cheeks, giving our moods, our day, a little lift. And in time, next spring, there will be a day when we emerge from our homes wearing something light, just a shirt, perhaps. It is neither too hot, nor too cold. But just right. And for a moment, we forget about the weather completely.
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COMMENT Time to come together Some post-election thoughts... Thirty-¿ve years ago, when I was two weeks old, my parents moved from Vancouver to settle in Burnaby, partly for work reasons (my dad laboured in the old Crane Canada plant on North Road) and partly for its convenient central location in the Lower Mainland. As my mom tells it, “Burnaby was in the middle.” Over the past month, I found myself in the middle of a tough election campaign—a campaign punctuated by extremes. Words like “intolerance” and “fear” threatened to drown out “understanding” and “friendship.” But that’s not what I know Burnaby to be. That’s not my neighbourhood. That’s not what I saw block after block as I canvassed all over our city, meeting optimistic and hopeful citizens from every walk of life. Ours is a community that celebrates its differences and draws strength from its diversity. That’s the Burnaby I grew up in, and that’s the one I stood up for in this election, for my son to grow up in. This campaign’s done, and now those of us who care about Burnaby and its schools will each need to take some steps to come together—”in the middle”—in the best interests of all its students. Harman Pandher, school trustee-elect
A SAD COMMENT ON SOCIETY? While the occupiers risk even their lives in their
Imagine coordinating 400 people to visit 63,000 homes. I do. Twice a week.
tents, protesting the power and wealth, 70 per cent of citizens would not come out to even vote. Sylvia Gung 2011 mayoral candidate
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Re: Shouldn’t Burnaby accept diversity? Let me start by saying that I was very touched when I read Mr. Alex Vergeychik’s letter where he describes his hardship growing up in a communist country, and for that he has my sympathy. However, that said, he left me annoyed with his interpretation of Burnaby School Board and Mr. Ron Burton’s interview with The Peak newspaper. Mr. Vergeychik: In Canada, we do have many freedoms. However, we also have bylaws, regulations, and limitations, and we must learn to respect them and not get lost, as many times we tend to do, in being too politically correct. Neither the school board nor Mr. Burton are telling you that your children “are not welcome in Burnaby’s public schools” because of your different beliefs. What they are telling you is that yes, you do have choices in this country and therefore, if you don’t agree to our public school rules and regulations you have a choice to send your children to alternative schools. That to me is diversity. That is freedom of choice. Frank Di Cesare, Burnaby
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Boots for Kids: Help school kids stay dry and warm over the cold and rainy seasons. Winter boots will be provided to children that attend several of the Burnaby Community Schools. All donations go to support the Boots for Kids program and other Rotary service projects.For more information on this important program and our other service projects visit our website at www.rotaryburnabydeerlake.org. Our Generous Sponsors: • Advantage Plumbing, Drainage & Heating • Bell & Burnaby Funeral Home • Bosa Properties • Centaur Products • Paris Jewellers • Grand Villa Casino • HUB International Insurance Brokers • Husky and Mohawk • Literacy Now Burnaby • Ledingham McAllister Properties • Ocean View Funeral Home • Ritchie Bros. Auctions • TD Bank • Wireless Technical Services • United Steelworkers • Vancity
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The 29-storey Metrotower III project is set to restart construction in January after being halted following the global ¿nancial crisis of 2008, announced the project’s developer and owner, Ivanhoe Cambridge, Wednesday. “We see a competitive advantage and a unique opportunity with commencing our construction now,” said Gordon Wylie, senior director of development at Ivanhoe Cambridge. “The Burnaby and the downtown vacancy rates have come down considerably and we see there’s a window of opportunity for us to proceed with the tower. There’s not a lot of new product planned for the suburban market so the timing is right.” Construction started in August 2008, with a plan of building the underground parkade ¿rst, continuing with the rest only if enough of the of¿ce space was pre-leased, Wylie said in an interview last June. With vacancy rates going up after the economic downturn, work was stopped after the parkade structure was completed. When ¿nished, expected in April 2014, the $170-million Metrotower III will add 400,000 square feet of AAA-class of¿ce space, bringing the three-tower of¿ce complex up to a total of one million square feet. The complex is connected to another Ivanhoe Cambridge property, Metropolis at Metrotown shopping centre. “The suburban market has a short timeline in
terms of decision-making and the like, and the construction timeline is longer, that’s always been the case,” Wylie said. “So we’re just doing what we started to do in 2008.” Construction costs today are less than they were three years ago, which was another factor, he said, noting if the company held off it would likely only face higher costs in the future. The building is unique in that it has been pre-certi¿ed with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) platinum status for sustainability. While there are other single-tenant of¿ce towers that have earned LEED platinum status, this will be the ¿rst to achieve it as a multitenant facility, Wylie said. And because it’s precerti¿ed, instead of being certi¿ed over a year after completion, the sustainable features are “guaranteed, not speculative.” The design will mean a more energy ef¿cient building that will result in lower operating costs for tenants, he added. The construction team will need to be mobilized, the construction crane must be re-certi¿ed, and tenders must be ¿nalized. The mobilization will start Jan. 5 with actual construction work starting soon afterwards. The ¿rst of¿ce Àoor above the parkade will likely begin in March or April. The scheduled completion is ahead of when the planned new of¿ce towers in downtown Vancouver are expected to open, he said. The company’s announcement of its commitment to the project, and a completion date, is expected to help potential tenants make leasing decisions in coming months. “A lot of good things have sort of come together to enable us to be bold on this.”
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EVENTS Christmas at Overlynn Mansion: The seventh annual event includes guided tours of the 1909 seasonally decorated mansion, a designated heritage site, exhibits of work by artisans, specialty gifts, baked goods and poinsettias, as well as complimentary apple cider, cookies and door prizes. Admission: By donation with all proceeds to seniors housing at the non-profit Seton Villa. When: Saturday, Nov. 26, and Sunday, Nov. 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Overlynn Mansion, 401 Esmond Ave. North, Burnaby. Info: christmasatoverlynn.ca.
Fair: annual event featuring over 120 crafters, bake sale, plant sale, used books, free childminding, bistro, tea garden and more. When: Saturday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 27, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Info: stmc.bc.ca.
Chez Nous: Elektra Womens Choir, the Borealis String Quartet and the Surrey Childrens Choir perform Chez Nous. When: Saturday, Nov. 26, 2 p.m. Where: Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Ave., New Westminster. Tickets: Adults $28, Youth $10, available at door or at church office. Info: 604-522-1606.
Let’s Sing a Little Christmas: Enjoy desserts and the choir, join in the carolling. When: Sunday, Dec. 4, 6:30 p.m. Where: South Burnaby United Church hall, 7591 Gray Ave., Burnaby. Tickets: $5 general, $2 under 12 years old. Info: 604434-8323.
Giant Flea Market: Lots of bargains, door prize, concession. When: Saturday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Maywood Community School, 4567 Imperial St., Burnaby. Admission: 50 cents. Table rentals: $10. Info: 604-664-8208.
St. Stephen’s Church Annual Fall Fair: Large selection of homemade crafts, baking, new and near new gifts as well as a silent auction and raffles. Concession available. Free admission. When: Saturday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, 9887 Cameron St., Burnaby.
Riverview Preservation Society meeting: The society is seeking to save the 244 acres of Riverview property as lands for people with mental illness and addictions. Everyone welcome. When: Sunday, Nov. 27, 1:15 to 3 p.m. Where: McGill library Branch, 4595 Albert St., Burnaby.
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The Rotary Club of Burnaby Deer Lake is inviting the public to vote for their favourite decorated Christmas trees at Brentwood Town Centre and help in its efforts to provide local needy children with winter boots. Dubbed the Festival of Lights, it comprises 25 decorated trees displayed on the second level of the mall until Dec. 29, said Gary Johanson, the Rotary Club’s project manager for the event. Each tree has been sponsored by a local company or Rotary Club with sponsors decorating them themselves or recruiting local schools to do so. The public can get ballots at the mall’s customer service counter to vote for their favourite trees. Once
returned, the ballots also serve as entries for a $200 Brentwood mall gift card. For $5 visitors on weekends can also purchase paper Christmas boot ornaments for display on a tree. The ornaments are also eligible for a gift basket draw, with proceeds going towards the club’s fundraising efforts. Johanson said the club hopes to raise $10,000 for its programs including its Boots For Kids campaign. That initiative aims to purchase about 100 pairs of warm winter boots for children in need at local inner city schools. Such boots cost more than many might think, he said, noting the regular price of a pair is in the $40 to $50 range, out of reach for most low-income or refugee families. “A lot of them come to school in tennis shoes,” he said of the children during wintertime.
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COFFEEwith Puck producers Len McNeely manages the club that has turned out a total of 22 NHL players
game and another being a star in his own right. It’s very rewarding,” smiles McNeely as he relaxes in the new club bistro area. Walk through the front doors of the club and there’s t was Oct. 27 and Len McNeely, like many other a beautiful, huge wall display. At the top is the slogan hockey fans, had plunked himself “Where Tradition Inspires Excellence.” in front of the TV to watch an Behind the glass is the evidence with NHL game between the Washington rookie cards for 22 BWC products that Capitals and Edmonton Oilers. played in the NHL, like Hockey Hall of The Burnaby Winter Club manager Famer Glenn Anderson, former Vancouver had a special interest in the game Canuck Cliff Ronning, Florida Panther because it featured two Burnaby Mike Santorelli, and of course Alzner and ggranger@burnabynewsleader.com boys—Karl Alzner for the Caps Nugent-Hopkins. and Ryan Nugent-Hopkins for the “For a small club, that’s pretty amazing,” Oilers—that are products of the winter says McNeely. club. He was proud to begin with, but it surged even more Most of McNeely’s childhood was spent in London, when TSN analyst Ray Ferraro, whose son also used to Ont., and Portage la Prairie, Man. On a whim in 1976, he play at the club, mentioned their hockey roots. It was also a decided to help a friend move west and he hasn’t left. slice of publicity no amount of money could buy. Please see YOUNG, GROWING, A18 “Two young guns, one just starting at the top of his
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In 1979, McNeely married a Burnaby girl, Karen Wilkinson, and started playing hockey with her dad on Sunday nights. Charlie Wilkinson, 90, still makes the daily journey down to the club to socialize with his buddies after packing away his skates ¿ve years ago. McNeely became a management accountant working for Sears, Paci¿c Vocational Institute, BCIT and Workers Compensation Board, among others, and along the way he also picked up an MBA from Simon Fraser University. The club became a family focal point as sons Ryan and Tyler learned to skate and play hockey. Ryan ended up being captain of the Junior B Grandview Steelers. “Great wheels, cement hands,” says his father. Tyler played alongside current NHLer Kyle Turris with the Burnaby Express and captained the Junior A team before getting a scholarship to Northeastern University in Boston. This past summer Tyler signed a one-year deal with the New York Islanders and is currently playing for their American Hockey League af¿liate the Bridgeport Sound Tigers. In 1995, McNeely was brought in to oversee construction of the club’s full-size arena. The venture was tricky to ¿nance, but the club needed to build it to survive. With their two rinks being three-quarter sized the club constantly had to go to the city to beg for ice time at Kensington and Burnaby Lake arenas to play atom and peewee games. It took about $800,000 from about 30 members to
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Technology allows you to see a full-scale image of your chosen floorplan
In-Real-Theatre a new way to buy a home Buying a new home before construction is complete can be stressful, since it can be hard to picture the finished floorplan. You’ll never need to worry about that at The 258, a new high-rise development in New Westminster. With the help of Pilothouse Marketing, The 258 is using In-Real-Theatre technology to allow purchasers to walk around a full-scale virtual floorplan of their new home. “We’ve actually had people sitting in the ‘bathtub,’” laughs Bill Morrison, president of Pilothouse Marketing. In-Real-Theatre is controlled by computers, a server and 16 projectors that combine to project a full-size floorplan onto the floor. Potential buyers choose the floorplan they’d like to see on a touch screen. The projectors then beam the images onto the floor, while
large screens around the room show you the view that you’ll get from every angle. “This is a pretty phenomenal way to do things,” Morrison says. “This could revolutionize how people buy a home.” Seeing your home isn’t all you can do in the theatre however. You can also experience the sounds and smells of the neighbourhood, with the help of fragrance atomizers in the room. “We knew we had to come up with something strong,” Morrison says. “We have to put people in the brochure instead of handing them the brochure.” The 258 will be opening for sale on Nov. 26 by appointment only, and Morrison says the response so far has been tremendous. “I am very confident it will sell out,” he says. “There is a lot of built-up anticipation.”
‘It looks like Pleasantville’
Amberleigh a gem on Burke Mountain by Kerry Vital
Coquitlam’s Burke Mountain community is welcoming its newest addition, Amberleigh by Morningstar Homes. Building on its reputation from past communities such as Avondale and Belmont, the response has already been amazing, says Morningstar Vice-President of Sales and Marketing Deborah Calahan. “There has been a phenomenal turnout,” Calahan says. “It was greater than we anticipated.” Released for sale on Nov. 12, the first phase of 14 homes was sold out in a matter of hours. The second set was released last weekend, and those are also completely sold out, Calahan says. More homes are to be released this weekend. She says that the brand awareness that Morningstar has built has definitely contributed to the popularity of its new homes. Their reputation for high-quality finishings is well-known, as well as their mandate to deliver homes on time and on budget. “Our motto is to make home-buying easy,” she says, and that is continuing with Amberleigh. “We want to make (the experience) as simple as possible,” she says. “There’s something here for everyone.” The homes at Amberleigh are truly spectacular, both inside and out. Curb appeal is a big part of the real estate picture, and Amberleigh has it in spades with its detached rear garages and stunning architecture. Inside, luxurious finishings such as window seats in the master bedroom,
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Our motto is to make home-buying easy,” says Deborah Calahan, Vice-President of Sales and Marketing for Morningstar Homes.
plenty of space to work, eat or play. But it’s not only the little details that make Amberleigh a fantastic home. Large secondary bedrooms, great room-style layouts and the option of a finished basement are just some of the amazing things that you will find. The homes range from 3,096 to 3,238 square feet, in three different floorplans, and buyers are able to choose between four designer-inspired colour schemes, so you are easily able
to make your home your own. The community is just as wonderful. “It looks like Pleasantville,” Calahan says. “It’s very family friendly.” Located just minutes from Lougheed Highway, everything that you could possibly need is close by, including schools, shopping, restaurants and leisure activities. Homes start at $649,900. For more information visit www.mstarhomes. com or call 604-464-4440.
seamless glass shower stalls in the spa-inspired ensuite, glass-panelled staircases and a linear fireplace in the great room combine for a development that is tops in its class. “These are details that you usually see in hotels,” Calahan says. “They make the home feel so rich.” Gourmet kitchens feature granite islands and countertops, and each home is built with a family-friendly design, so groups of all sizes have
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Amberleigh at Coquitlam’s Burke Mountain is family-friendly and luxurious, all at the same time. With spa-inspired master bathrooms, left, and a great room-style layout, top, homeowners will find a little piece of paradise.
Friday, November 25, 2011 NewsLeader A21
Rental housing could raise property values Greater Vancouver Real Estate Board
In established neighbourhoods, residents often believe new rental housing lowers property values. As a result, Not in My Backyard (NIMBY) syndrome can be a barrier to developers wanting to increase density. A Chicago study found there is increasing evidence affordable rental units are not a threat to local property values and are instead a net plus. This is because
compact development can help build stronger, healthier communities. In Vancouver, whether it’s laneway homes or new multiple family units, there has never been an example of neighbourhood property values declining because of higher density, reports the City of Vancouver. In contrast, quality higher density developments bring bene¿ts including decreased pollution since more residents walk, cycle and take transit. Most often, average
home prices increase more in areas where there is new high density development than in areas where there is not, according to research done by the BC Housing Policy Branch. Michael Geller, an architect, planner and SFU adjunct professor at the SFU Centre for Sustainability, says existing residents often fear new development will create signi¿cant traf¿c congestion and other friction which will reduce property values. “The solution
is to engage the neighbourhood at an early stage in the planning process” says Geller, “so that residents don’t think that a building has been designed without
any input and has been thrust upon them.” Geller advises that if the appearance of the new housing development is similar to the appearance of the surrounding
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“If the new rental housing is at higher density compared to the surrounding area it could well lead to an up-zoning of adjacent properties resulting in higher values,” says Geller.
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Spacious 1713 sf, 3 bdrm + den/rec room, 3 level townhome in “Royal City Terrace”. 1st level features den/rec room, main floor has open kitchen with granite counters & laminate floors and opens to living room area, great family room or dining area adjoining the kitchen, balcony with SE views and the 3rd level features 3 bedroom with ensuite in the mstr bdrm. Complex is conveniently located with walking distance to both Uptown and Downtown New Westminster.
Great west facing, 2 bdrm in award winning, Whistler style“Crofton”building near Queens Park. This wonderful unit features gas fireplace, insuite lndry with upgraded washer/dryer, kitchen w/ tile floors, maple cabinets and ceramic cooktop stove, newer laminate floors, newer paint & ceiling fan. Complex is well maintained & managed and is in an excellent location just steps to Queens Park, Canada Games Pool, transit & schools.
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Beautifully maintained & updated, 1 bdrm garden suite on quiet cooler side of building facing greenbelt in the well maintained & managed “Doncaster” in Uptown New Westminster just steps to parks, schools, shopping, transit & Uptown amenities. This lovely suite has newer laminate floors, new paint & light fixtures, updates to kitchen & bath, large rooms sizes, insuite storage, master bdrm w/walk in closet. Low maintenance fees include heat & hot water. Cats ok. No rental allowed.
Awesome River & Mtn views, quiet family friendly street, extensively remodelled, 3 bdrms, 3 baths, 1906 sf, 1948 character bungalow featuring updated kitchen & baths, hardwood floors, multi-level view deck, fenced yard, double garage, new siding, updated electrical & plumbing, gas fp, double windows & fenced backyard. LOT: 49.66 x 102’.
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Rare & unique 1793 sf Yale Town style suite in the “Belmondo” located right in the heart of New Westminster’s Uptown district. This 6 year old suite has a bright open layout with 3 bdrms + den, large 19’ x 16’ family room, modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances (gas stove), granite counters, tile backsplash, tile floors & a pass through to open LR/DR area . Feats include 2 full baths, 2 electric f/p, laminate floors, insuite laundry, great open beam concept in LR/ DR area, SE view of the city & Mt Baker and 2 parking stalls. 1 yr maintenance fee included in price.
Nicely updated top floor corner, 2 bdrm, 758 sf suite just steps to Douglas College, Sktrain, NW Quay & new downtown shopping complex w/stores & 10 cinemas opening soon. This bright & spacious suite has been recently updated with laminate & slate floors, updated kitchen & bath, large covered balcony, newer applcs, light fixtures, paint & wndw coverings. Pets & rentals ok. Complex has new roof, boiler & HW tanks.
Large 2 bedroom, 1 bath corner unit on 11th floor with incredible south & east & west views spanning mountain ranges, Mt. Baker, islands & Fraser River. Has lots of cupboard & closet space & is freshly painted. Updates include new kitchen & bath flooring, electrical switches & ceiling light fixtures, plumbing, toilet, faucets & kitchen appliances. Quiet concrete building a few minutes from shops, schools, parks, churches, Quay, transit, restaurants. In this affordable condo at the top of the hill, you can have it all! It offers a convenient location, plenty of space & panoramic views.
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Knights advance The St. Thomas More Knights’ march to the B.C. AAA high school football championship at BC Place on Dec. 4 continues Saturday when they’ll play Mt. Douglas in the semi¿nals. The Knights, who have yet to lose this season, capitalized on three turnovers to come back to beat the upstart Centennial Centaurs 35-32 in their quarter-¿nal game last Friday. The top-ranked Knights trailed
FINAL CHARGE Cariboo Hill Chargers forward Daniel Aguilar clashes with a Glenlyon Norfolk (Victoria) defender as they chase down the ball late in the second half of their B.C. high school AA senior boys soccer Ànal, Wednesday at the Burnaby Lake Sports Complex West. The Chargers gave up two late goals to lose their Àrst appearance in a boys provincial soccer Ànal, 2-0. MARIO BARTEL NEWSLEADER
32-21 with ¿ve minutes remaining, but a blocked punt that led to an eight-yard touchdown strike from quarterback Mike Carney to receiver Kyle Madden, and a 70-yard scoring drive on their next possession put STM through to the next round. “We lost it, STM didn’t beat us,” said Centennial coach Ryk Piche. The Knights will play Mt. Douglas at 5 p.m. at Thunderbird Stadium at UBC.
Clan alum at Cup It’ll be like homecoming for a half dozen former SFU Clan football players who will be suiting up in Sunday’s 99th Grey Cup on Sunday at BC Place. Winnipeg Blue Bombers’ defensive tackle Doug Brown, who was an NAIA All-American in 1996 when he had 55 tackles and 8.5 sacks as a senior at SFU, will play his last CFL game on Sunday. Ibrahim Kahn and Aaron Hargreaves are the other SFU alumni who will play for the Blue Bombers Sunday.
Three members of the hometown B.C. Lions played their college football at SFU. Angus Reid was an NAIA All-American when he played on Burnaby Mountain. Former SFU offensive lineman Dean Valli has played his whole career in B.C. since he was drafted by the Lions in 2006. And former Canada West all star and President’s trophy winner as the most valuable defensive player in the CIS, Neil McKinlay, just joined the Lions on Oct. 25 after playing with the Blue Bombers.
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art of the magic of Christmas is stories. The popular Footlight Theatre and that we feel like our traditions Elwoodettes Marionettes will perform have been with us forever. in Brook¿eld Hall. On certain days, the However, traditions are always Village Church will feature ¿ddlers, changing, with new practices being harpists, and guitarists, while the smell added, and others set aside. of baked goodies ¿lls the kitchen at the The Burnaby Village Museum’s annual farmhouse. Father Christmas, a VictorianHeritage Christmas event provides an Edwardian version of Santa Claus, opportunity to experience receives young visitors at Christmas traditions, while also scheduled times up until learning about their origins. Dec. 23. The 10-acre heritage village is This old-fashioned decorated in 1920s style, with Christmas is available at twinkling lights, greenery, and Lisa Codd an old-fashioned price. decorations. Shop windows The City of Burnaby is are full of seasonal goods celebrating the museum’s from Christmases past, and the costumed 40th anniversary with free admission for townsfolk are ready to welcome visitors the entire year, including the seasonal into their homes and shops. A series of Christmas celebration. “storybook Christmas” displays explain the Visit the museum’s website at www. origins of Christmas songs and stories. burnabyvillagemuseum.ca for a schedule Families can create their own memories of entertainment, activities, and times to and traditions by participating in the visit Father Christmas. Burnaby Village many activities taking place, including Museum is open for Heritage Christmas a Christmas Carol Scavenger Hunt to from noon to 4:30 p.m, Nov. 26 to Dec. 14 uncover the mysteries behind favourite and from noon to 8 p.m. December 15 to Christmas songs. Jan. 1. Closed December 24 and 25. Most days you will ¿nd musicians and Lisa Codd is the curator performers strolling along the village at the Burnaby Village Museum. streets. Children can make an oldfashioned Christmas craft, or hear holiday
ARTS & CULTURE Jerry Pethick: Works 1968 - 2003: This exhibition is devoted to those smaller scale sculptural works in collections on the island where Jerry Pethick lived and worked. Many of these objects have never previously been shown off Hornby Island. When: Until Dec. 17. Where: SFU Gallery, Academic Quadrangle 3004, SFU Burnaby campus. Info: 778-782-4266 or sfu. ca/gallery.
Photographic exhibit: Perspective, an exhibit of photographic works by Boris Aeven, Sheryl R. Smith and Norm Coridor. When: Until Dec. 4. Gallery hours Tues. to Sat. 12 to 4 p.m. Where: Burnaby Arts Council Deer Lake Gallery, 6584 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby. Inuit Prints: Japanese Inspiration: The Japanese Canadian National Museum presents exquisite and historically significant works of art from Japan and the worldrenowned Cape Dorset print studio. It also pays tribute to James Houston, the man who first introduced Japanese printmaking to the Arctic in the late 1950s. When: Until Dec. 3. Where: Nikkei Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby. Admission: By donaton.
The Heritage Life Drawing Society is at a new location, 50 Lorne St., just below Douglas College in New Westminster. The society offers artists of all levels and backgrounds the opportunity to practise the art of life drawing with a professional model. Bring own supplies, including easels. When: Every Sunday, 6 to 9 p.m. Cost: $11 members, $14 non-members; Info: herirtagelifedrawing.com or Gillian 604-524-0638.
Richard Major Art Group: This non-instructional group has openings for new members, from beginners to advanced. For artists interested in oils, acrylics, watercolours, ink pens, pencils and pencil crayons. When: Meets Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Where: Shadbolt Centre for the Arts, Burnaby. Info: Eileen, 604515-0371 or Sheila, 604-436-7709.
Burnaby Artist Guild: Welcomes new members interested in painting, beginners or established painters. When: Meetings held each Tuesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Where: Shadbolt Centre for the Arts. Info: Judy Smith, 604-6826720.
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ONGOING Burnaby Historical Society: Guests speakers. Visitors welcome. When: Meets the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. Where: Carousel Building, Burnaby Village Museum, 6501 Deer lake Ave. Info: 604-297-4565.
Heritage Uke Club: Organized by Gord Smithers (guitarist for Deadcats, Swank, ReBeat Generation & Wichita Trip). Learn to play the ukulele, it’s fun and easy. When: Meets every Monday, 7 to 9 p.m. Where: Back room of Heritage Grill, 447 Columbia St., New Westminster. Info: http:// tinyurl.com/3mqje4f.
World Poetry New Westminster Night Out: Featured poets, open mike, free raffle and refreshments. Everyone welcome. When: Fourth Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. Where: New Westminster Public Library, 716 Sixth Ave., New Westminster. Info: 604-526-4729 or www.worldpoetry.ca. New Westminister and District Concert Band: Welcomes new members (10-99 years) wanting to learn to play a musical instrument (no strings) as well as players of all levels. It has three levels of
players: beginners, intermediate and seniors. When: Monday and Thursday evenings. Where: Richard McBride School gym, New Westminster. Info: www. nwdband.com or Christine, 604526-8996.
British Columbia Boys Choir: The 100-member choir is now a resident company at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts. Open to boys aged 7 to 24 with five choirs in Burnaby, Vancouver, North Shore and Nanaimo. Register now – no audition required for town choirs. When: Wednesday nights. Where: Shadbolt Centre, Burnaby. Info: www.bcboyschoir.org or 1-888909-8282.
Mexican train dominoes: Weekly game for players 55 and over. When: Tuesdays, 1 to 3 p.m. Where: Willow room, Cameron Seniors’ Recreation Centre, 9523 Cameron St., Burnaby (behind Lougheed Town Centre). Info: 604297-4453. Drop-In English conversation class: Burnaby Multicultural S o c i e t y o f f e r s a d ro p - i n conversation class. Anyone welcome for socializing while p ra c t i s i n g E n g l i s h . C l a s s accommodates all levels. When: Every Wednesday, 2:15-4:15 p.m., and Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-12 p.m. Where: 6255 Nelson
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Line Dance: Beginners welcome. Moderate exercise for body and brain and lots of fun. When: Every Monday, 10 a.m. Where: Deer Lake United Church, 5135 Sperling Ave., Burnaby (enter by ramp at rear of Church). Info: Georgie, 604-5225647. Seniors Sing-A-Long: The Cameron Seniors Recreation Centre’s Sunshine Sing-a-long is looking for a volunteer drummer familiar with music from the 1950s, ‘60s, and ‘70s to accompany its sing-a-long sessions (please note that we are able to provide the drum set). When: Meets every other Monday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Where: Cameron Seniors’ Recreation Centre, 9523 Cameron St., Burnaby (behind Lougheed Town Centre). Please phone if interested: 604-420-6478. Bonsor Complex Carpet Bowling: Looking for a fun and entertaining way to beat the winter weather? Come join the Bonsor 55+ carpet bowlers (55+ membership required). When: Meets every Monday and Thursday, 1-3 p.m. Where: Bonsor Recreation Complex, 6550 Bonsor Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604-439-5510.
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If you have what it takes? ATLAS POWER SWEEP DRIVERS power sweeping, power scrubbing and pressure washing. Must be hard working with a good attitude. Burnaby based. Must be available to work nights and weekends. Good driving record required. Experience beneficial, but will train. Email jobs@atlasg.net or fax 604-294-5988
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Become a Psychiatric Nursetrain locally via distance education, local and/or regional clinical placements and some regional classroom delivery. Wages start at $30.79/hr to $40.42/hr. This 23 month program is recognized by the CRPNBC. Gov’t funding may be available. Toll-free 1-87-STENBERG www.stenbergcollege.com
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING Get Practical Skills That Get Jobs Vancouver Island University training for over 50 years, No simulators. Low student / instructor ratio. 1-888-920-2221 ext: 6130 www.viu.ca/ heavyequipment
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ZONE CHECKERS NEEDED! Th Burnaby The B b NewsLeader N L d is i looking l ki a Zone Z Checker Ch k for f its it Circulation Department. The right candidate will have: • excellent communication and organizational skills; • attention to detail; • the ability to work with minimum supervision; and • basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook Express. Duties include supervising carriers, recruiting and hiring new carriers, and following up on householder delivery concerns. This permanent part-time position requires a flexible schedule with occasional evening and weekend shifts. A reliable vehicle is a must. Please forward your resumé and cover letter by November 30th, 2011 to: Richard Russell, Circulation Manager Email: circmanager@burnabynewsleader.com | Fax: (604) 438-9699 We thank all applicants; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
CARRIERS NEEDED YOUTH and ADULTS
Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door.
Deliver newspapers (2x per week) on Wednesdays and Fridays in your area. Papers are dropped off at your home with the flyers pre-inserted! Call Christy 604-436-2472 for available routes email Email circulation@burnaby newsleader.com
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CIVIL & PARK CONSTRUCTORS
HUGHSON TRUCKING INC. is looking for Class 1 Super-B flatdeck drivers. Safety and Performance Bonuses, benefits package, drug & alcohol policy. 2 years experience preferred. We will provide transportation to Southern Alberta. Call 1-800-647-7995 ext 228 or fax resume to 403-6472763
$11 - $20/hr! Like music and a team environment? No experience necessary, no telemarketing, 10 openings available! Benefits after 6 mos.
CARPET CLEANING TECHNICIANS Full Time Carpet Cleaning Technician required. Must have valid BC Driver’s Licence with good driving record. Must be fluent in English. No experience required. All training & equipment provided. Starting wage at $15.00 per hour. Fax resume to: 604-873-3496 email: pointthree@telus.net
Seeks Laborers for project in Vancouver. Must have own vehicle. Min. 1 year experience in construction labor. Fulltime $17 - $20 (depending on experience) Plus OVERTIME and BENEFITS Fax resume to 604-507-4711 or Email: Paulo@wilco.ca www.wilcocivil.ca
PARTS COUNTER PERSON Experienced parts counter person required for North Island Ford Store. We pay competitive wages and offer benefits package. Email resume to: dlsales@telus.net.
Calling All Sports Minded Individuals!!!
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LABOURERS
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We are still hiring - Dozer & excavator operators required by a busy Alberta oilfield construction company. We require operators that are experienced and preference will be given to operators that have constructed oilfield roads and drilling locations. You will be provided with motels and restaurant meals. Competitive wages, bonus and transportation daily to and from job sites. Our work is in the vicinity of Edson, Alberta. Call 780-7235051.
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West Coast Moulding & Millwork, a building product supplier in Surrey has a Full-Time opportunity for an experienced Sale Representative. Any previous sales experience is okay we’ll teach you the ropes!! If you’re positive and energetic and looking for a long-term career in a progressive & dynamic company we want you! (Punjabi and / or Hindi also considered asset.) Excellent Remuneration Package Commensurate w/ Experience, Full Benefits & THE BEST WORK ENVIRO.
If you have what it takes? Please e-mail resume to: jobs@westcoastmoulding.com or fax: 604-513-1194
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ABBY STEEL Fab Shop looking for exp. misc. metals installer/welder. Resumes to: info@cliron.com. ACE CONSTRUCTION IS HIRING POWERLINE TECHNICIANS AND INDENTURED APPRENTICES FOR ALBERTA Email schiebel@cana.ca Fax 403-253-6190 www.aceconstruction.ca
Required for Hazelmere Roofing Company. Full-Time opportunity available. Must have own vehicle. Excellent Wages! Start Now! Andy 604.808.1655 E-mail : hazelmereroofing@shaw.ca
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MOVING & STORAGE
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ELECTRICAL
NEW WEST ELECTRICIAN Small Jobs. Renovations, Panels. Elec. Heat, Lighting, Repairs. Call (604)591-7621 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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HOME REPAIRS
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ALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.
AFFORDABLE MOVING
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1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555. ABBA MOVERS & DEL. Res/com 1-4 ton truck, 1 man $35/hr, 2 men from $45. Honest, bsmt clean up. 25 yrs of experience.604-506-7576 ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020
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3 rooms for $269, 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 & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com
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PERSONAL SERVICES
LOOKING for french speaking family for my 13 yr old daughter. Nr. Maple Town & Moscropp Secondary School. Phone (604)433-5899.
Running this ad for 7yrs
PAINT SPECIAL
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EDUCATION/TUTORING
A-TECH Services 604-230-3539
CLEANING SERVICES
Seeks Excavator Operators for projects in the Vancouver area. Must have own vehicle. Min. 5 years experience in heavy equipment operation. Fulltime $25 - $30 (depending on experience) Plus OVERTIME and BENEFITS Fax resume to 604-507-4711 or Email: Paulo@wilco.ca www.wilcocivil.ca
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
EXCAVATOR OPERATOR
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Top Quality Painting Floors & Finishing
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Civil & Road Builders
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CRIMINAL RECORD?
Experienced or Apprentice required for custom millwork shop in Poco. Call 604-941-1588 or Fax. 604-941-1538
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SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240
LEGAL SERVICES
CABINET MAKER
Gutter Installer required full established growing gutter ny. Good driving record, skills, team player. Email to: timbur6@telus.net
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
604.723.8434 188
TRADES, TECHNICAL
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Grill Cook Edo Japan in Burnaby is hiring a full-time position for a teppanyaki grill cook in a busy food court. Completion of secondary school, minimum 1 year of experience as Cook, preferably experience on a griddle with a fast speed of service. Excellent customer service and a good command of English. Duties include cooking fresh Japanese dishes on a teppan grill at a fast speed. Duties also include making sushi, cutting vegetables and cleaning. Salary $14.19/hour, 37.5 hours/week. Send resume to: kash2009@live.ca
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GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call Ian @ 604-724-6373 GUTTER Cleaning Service, Repairs Free Est, 20 yrs exp, Rain or shine. 7 days/week. Simon 604-230-0627
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HANDYPERSONS
A Semi Retired Tradesman. Small fix-it or build it jobs-Burnaby/New West. Richard, 604-377-2480
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HOME IMPROVEMENTS
HOME IMPROVEMENTS Carpentry, painting, drywall, tiles Quality work - reasonable price Martin 604-521-8715
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PLUMBING
From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos
$69/HR. Lic., Insured. Experienced & friendly service. Clogged drains, garburators, leaks & more. Sm jobs OK. Call anytime 604-805-2488.
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Friday, November 25, 2011 NewsLeader A27 HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS #1 Roofing Company in BC
All types of Roofing
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FUEL
1YR Seasoned Alder Birch Maple Clean, Split, DRY & Delivered. Family Operated for 20 yrs. (604)825-9264 BEST FIREWOOD 32nd Season & 37,000 Cust Deliv. Fully Seas. Maple, Birch, Alder 604-582-7095
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AT NORTHWEST ROOFING Re-roofing, Repair & New Roof Specialists. Work Guar. WCB.10% Senior’s. Disc. Jag 778-892-1530
JASON’S ROOFING All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. (604)961-7505, 278-0375
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FURNITURE
RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
TRANSPORTATION 810
TRANSPORTATION
AUTO FINANCING
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Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
Call 604- 521-3448
Auto Financing 1.800.910.6402
MISC. FOR SALE
HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper?
COQUITLAM
Welcome Home ! 1 Bedrooms available near Lougheed Mall and transit. Rent includes heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Refs required.
847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
Call (604) 931-2670
1999 CHEVY BLAZER, black, 2” lift, 4x4, Air Cared, standard, new clutch. $5995 obo (604)826-0519
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS NEW WESTMINSTER PEARL DRUM SET, $1200, receipts for $1000 in upgrades, located in Hope. Call 1 (604)869-7329
RECYCLE-IT! JUNK REMOVAL Recycled Earth Friendly • Electronics • Appliances • Old Furniture • Construction • Yard Waste • Concrete • Drywall • Junk • Rubbish • Mattresses
REAL ESTATE 609
APARTMENT/CONDOS
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***HANDY MAN CONDOS*** Bank Owned; Fixer Uppers FREE LIST w/ PICTURES! www.HandyManCondos.com 1-800-304-9849 ID # 1048 re/max city realty
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www.recycleitcanada.ca PATRICK’S RUBBISH REMOVAL *Landscape *Trimming *Yard Clean *Const. Clean. *ANYTHING!!! 1 Ton Truck. Call Patrick for Prompt Quality Service @ 604-808-1652.
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Colonial House 435 Ash Street 3 Story bldg in great location. 1 bdrm stes from $760. Covered pkg, lndry rm, landscaped common area. Close to park, transit, shops. Heat & hot water incl’d. For more info & viewing call
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MORTGAGES
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236 - 8th St. Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm suites for rent. Includes heat / hot water and cable. Close to Massey Theatre, Douglas College, Royal City Mall.
Phone: 604-522-9153
660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE 372
SUNDECKS
1-800-910-6402
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CARS - DOMESTIC
1997 LINCOLN MARK 8 LSC black, 182K, 1 owner, garage kept, $6200 pHONE MISSION (604)820-8218. 2000 FORD FOCUS, standard trans., blue, 4 dr. sedan, CD, Air Cared. $2995 obo (604)826-0519 2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING convertible, silver, 84 k’s. auto. Mags. $7895/obo. (604)826-0519
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1991 MAZDA 626, 4 dr, 4 cyl, auto, aircrd, reliable, clean, runs A1, $1,900 obo. Phone (778)317-6091. 2002 DODGE NEON R/T standard trans., white, sunroof, used eng., new timing belt & clutch. CD stacker $3995 obo. (604)826-0519 2003 VOLVO V40, S/W, Blue, loaded 155,000 kms. auto. new tires. $6000 firm. Phone 604-538-9257.
HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
www.dannyevans.ca
Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
BURNABY Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, gates, alum roof. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
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TREE SERVICES A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv. Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping. Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports
Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $
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PETS
BORDER COLLIE PUPPIES P/B. Males $400, fem. $450. Vet chk, 1st shots Call 604-250-4360 Carin Terrier X - 6 month male, all shots done. Comes with crate, toys, food, $550. Call 604-996-8895 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CHOCOLATE LAB puppies, dew claws removed, vet ✔, dewormed, 9 weeks. $600. (604)850-0573 CKC REG BLOOD HOUND pups, 1 male, 8 fem. Liver & tan, ready to go end of Nov. (604)574-5788 COCKAPOO Puppies ~ 9 wks old, looking for loving/caring home, all shots, $500 neg (604)476-2420 Maple Ridge MULTI POO PAPION free adorable, 8 mo. spayed fem. All shots. Trained. Good disposition. White,gray markings 604-809-9307 NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com Yorkshire Terrier pups, CKC, 2M, tails dock, dew claws, micro. Ready to go. $1000. (604)858-9758
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 533
FERTILIZERS
WEED FREE Mushroom Manure. 13 yards - $160 or Well Rotted 10 yards - $180. 604-856-8877
Super Clean ONE Bedrooms Quiet & well maintained bldg. Includes heat & hot water. On site manager. Cat okay. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Secure parking available. For viewing call:
Call 604- 522-5230
NEW WESTMINSTER
Large newly renovated 1 & 2 bdrm apts available in well-kept concrete building. New floors and appl’s. Freshly painted. Patio and large storage room inste. 3 laundries in bldg. Rent incl’s heat & hot water. Sauna & jacuzzi. 5 min. walk to skytrain, Douglas College & New West Quay. Close to all amenities. Please call 604-834-1756 www.aptrentals.net
2007 Honda Civic DXG 5 speed standard, 2 dr., grey, 130K, p/w, p/l, a/c, am/fm/cd, no acc. $9,500 604-793-3819 2007 TOYOTA CAMRY LE, 4 dr, 4 cly, auto, 40,000 km, mint, loaded, $17,900. Phone (778)317-6091.
828 COMMERCIAL VEHICLES
PORT COQUITLAM
CEDARWAY APT Bright & Clean 1 & 2 Bdrms
Burnaby:
CLAREMONT TERRACE
** 6960 ELWELL ST ** Near HighGate Mall (formerly known as Middlegate) Quiet, spacious 2 & 1 Bdrms & Bachelor suites. Newly reno’d. Incls: Balcony, prkg, heat & h/wtr
604-525-2661 BURNABY
MAPLE PLACE TOWERS 1 Bdrm Apts starting at $950 2 Bdrm Apts starting at $1200 Heat and hot water included. Dishwasher, fridge, stove, balcony, shared laundry. Avail Immed. Close to amen, schools and mall.
D/W, Heat and hot water included. Close to schools, shopping & public transportation.
Call 604-837-4589 www.aptrentals.net
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CO-OP RENTALS
NEW WESTMINSTER CO-OP 1050 Keyside Drive
2011 5th Wheel 32’ Gooseneck Cargo Trailer, triple axle, 4000lb ramp, electric brakes, roof vents, 36” side door, like new, $12,500. Call 604-842-8009.
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2011 AUTUMN RIDGE 264RKS
1 bedroom handicapped / wheelchair accessible suite. $741.00 per month shares are $1500.00 no subsidy Available December 1.
604-519-1930 DSI water heater, A/C, microwave, awning, 3 burner range, outside shower. $19,483 (Stk.30630) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644
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Villa Del Mar 6630 Telford Ave.
Bright large newly reno’d 1 and 2 bedroom suites for rent. Freshly painted, new hardwood floors, huge balcony. Only 2 min walk to Metrotown Mall. Please call 604-715-1824 to view. Move in TODAY! BURNABY
Walker Manor 6985 Walker Ave Bright large 1 bedroom for rent in a newly reno’d building. Large balcony, freshly painted with hardwood floors. 2 Min walk to Highgate Mall & all major transit.
Please call 778-994-2334
RECREATIONAL/SALE
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HOMES FOR RENT
2011 LAREDO 266RL
NEWLY reno’d bsmt home. Lg private fenced yd. 3 Bed/2 bath. Near P.Arch Hosp, schools. Pet ok. $1500. Avail. Dec.1. Contact kayakerjane@gmail.com
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SUITES, LOWER
COQUITLAM: 2Bdrm, close to Coq. centre & bus. Incl elec/gas. wireless int. N/P. $900m. 604-945-6328 aft 3
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Elec. awning, elec. stab jacks,LCD TV, 2 slides, microwave and much more! $32,483 (Stk.30916) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644
TOWNHOUSES
PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1030/mo - $1134/mo. Shares req’d. No subsidy available. Orientation 2nd & 4th Sun. 2 pm & 3rd Tues. 7 pm each mo. 19225 119th Ave., Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2B2. Leave msg 604-465-1938
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Notice is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of JAMES HORATIO HOLMES, otherwise known as JAMES HOLMES, deceased, late of George Derby Centre, 7550 Cumberland Street, in the City of Burnaby, in the Province of British Columbia, are hereby required to send particulars of their claims to the Administrators at the following address: c/o McQuarrie Hunter LLP, Barristers & Solicitors Attention: Allison Catherwood #1500 - 13450 102 Avenue, Surrey, B.C. V3T 5X3
The Scrapper
WE’RE ON THE WEB www.bcclassified.com Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
#1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
GARAGE SALES
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
SCRAP BATTERIES WANTED We buy scrap batteries from cars, trucks & heavy equip. $4.00 each. Free pickup anywhere in BC, Min. 10. Toll Free Call:1.877.334.2288
Well maintained 2 bdrms with 1.5 washroom. Includes cable, heat & hot water. Secure parking avail. On site manager. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Quiet & well maintained bldg., walk to Highgate Mall & transit. Cat okay. For viewing....
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BRIDGEVIEW FLEA MARKET Every Sunday, Year Round, 80 Vendors 7am-3pm, 11475-126a St. Sry. Info./Book Table 604-625-3208
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before the 19th day of December, 2011, after which date the Administrators will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to claims of which the Administrators then have notice.
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FRAMES Single Vision Lenses + $38 DESIGNER NOW AVAILABLE FROM: Bifocal Lenses + $58 • CHOOSE D&G • Rayban • EasyClip • Guess $ Progressive Lenses + 98 • Vogue • Versace Eye Glasses $ Anti-Scratch + 25 Ready In A Day $ AntiGlare + 55 *
Any New Style $ Frame In-Store
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It all adds up to SAVINGS!
A28 NewsLeader Friday, November 25, 2011