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Angela Andrievska, a page at Burnaby Public Library, checks out some of the manga Japanese comics available at the Bob Prittie branch. The library is broadening the scope of its collection and the services it provides as a way to stay relevant to the community.
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Shepherd leaves behind a flock of school projects increase the HighGate area school’s capacity from 200 to 400. Shepherd said Brantford will be the second renovated building in the district that meets the LEED gold environmental standard. The By Grant Granger first was University NEWSLEADER Highlands elementary, which although it was a Phil Shepherd was new school and opened a busy man in his last fall at Simon Fraser five and a half years University, it was conas Burnaby school verted from an existing district’s director of building provided by facilities. SFU Community Trust. “We’ve had a good “There’s not many run. We’ve done 11 renovation school sites major capital projects in B.C. that have that for close to $120 milstandard, and now we lion,” said Shepherd, have two with SFU who retired Tuesday. “I and Brantford,” said think we’ve done more Shepherd. capital projects than The district has been any other district in undergoing more than B.C.” 10 seismic upgrades With construction MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER FILES during the last few costs down in the last Facilities manager Phil Shepherd, right, has guided the years. With a little bit of couple of years, and the province providing Burnaby school district through 11 major capital projects planning and ingenuity worth $120 million in his 5 1/2 years with the district. He the district was able to funding for seismic keep the schools open retired on Tuesday (Aug. 16). upgrades, Burnaby while the work went on has managed to get gyms will be leveled to make during classes. approvals from the Ministry of room for parking lots. “We’ve not closed one school Education at an almost unprecThe district will also repair for business,” said Shepherd. edented rate. the track and then turn it over Gilmore community school “We were in the right place to the city which plans to put in North Burnaby has been at the right time with the right down an artificial turf playing the biggest challenge because business plan,” said Shepherd, surface and a track-and-field as the layers of the nearly who worked for the Langley fieldhouse. century-old structure were district and BC Transit before The grass field at the north peeled away more and more joining Burnaby. end of the property is being issues were revealed to make He’s leaving just in time to groomed as a rugby pitch, but the upgrade more difficult. The see the new Burnaby Central, it’s being given time to mature cost of the project went from at least the major part of it, and won’t see its first action $7.4 million to $11 million. ready to greet new students in until next spring. Work there was supposed to September. There are a few other small completed by September, but it “It’s the jewel in our crown,” precious stones being added looks like it won’t be fully open said Shepherd of the $50- milto the district’s crown as Shepuntil the spring. lion project. herd leaves. Brantford elemenOver the last two years, The old school will be torn tary opened up its new section seismic work has also been down this fall, although the last September, but now finishcompleted at Edmonds commutwo gyms will remain standing ing touches on the seismic nity school, Douglas Road and until new ones are built onto upgrade are being done on Capitol Hill elementaries, and the end of the new complex. the original building with the Cariboo Hill secondary. When that’s complete, which total package being revealed should be next spring, the old in September. The project will
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United Way of Lower Mainland has made three-year funding commitments to five after-school programs. Burnaby Scouts will get $180,000 for its ScoutsAbout program, Burnaby Family Life receives $120,000 for the African Children’s Homework Club, Big Sisters’ Study Buddy Program gets $75,000, while South Burnaby Neighbourhood House Friendship Club receives $109,500, and Douglas Road Friendship Club $111,000.
Diacarbon Energy, a Burnabybased agriculture research company, has reached the third round of the B.C. Innovation Council-New Ventures competition. The company provides technology to convert waste biomass into fuel products. On Aug. 31, 10 of the remaining 25 will advance to the final round where they’ll pitch their business to an expert panel for a share of $360,000 with the winner getting $130,000.
Martina Hingis, winner of five Grand Slam tournaments, has launched a line of tennis wear with Burnaby-based Tonic Lifestyle Apparel. Although the announcement was made in Vancouver recently, the line will not be available until March 2012. Hingis, 30, turned pro at the age of 14 and retired in 2007 after testing positive for cocaine. Tonic’s head office is on William Street near Boundary Road.
The Burnaby-based Wildlife Rescue Association of B.C. (WRA) is looking for help to get a share of $100,000, and it won’t cost those lending a hand a penny. The WRA is one of five wildlife protection organizations competing for the money in Jamieson Laboratories’ Call for the Wild! campaign. The more online votes WRA gets, the bigger its share. Voting runs Aug. 16 to Sept. 25 at www.jamiesoncares.com.
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t’s Saturday morning at the New Westminster Public Library, and it’s time for a conversation. About 15 people are here, from New West and Burnaby, divided into three groups of five. Each group sits at a table with an atlas and picture dictionary. There are no teachers, just a couple of facilitators who are either native speakers or English proficient. Frank, a retiree, facilitates a group of five: Judy and George, a retired couple from Taiwan; Natsu, an ESL student from Japan; Shahin, a retired woman who had been a teacher in Iran; and Li, a Chinese woman who works as an accountant in Burnaby. They talk about their hometowns, favourite foods, and favourite spots in B.C. The latter results in animated discussions about New Westminster Quay and Queen’s Park, Burnaby’s Metrotown, and Whistler and Butchart Gardens. Though it’s all about learning the language, the participants say the ESL circle has helped them understand Canada’s multicultural composition, something that’s not as prevalent in their home countries. “I think that education is very important,” said George. “Everyone has
their own background, and that makes it difficult to get along, but education makes it easy to get along. That is the reason for me for coming here. I like to meet many people and I don’t discriminate against anyone.” The participants said they used the library for other reasons, too, from assistance with a job search or finding novels to read in English or their native tongue. In an age when the paper book’s future has come into question, some question the relevance of the library as it has been traditionally known. But as this Saturday morning class and other initiatives suggest, libraries today are about much more than just dusty old stacks and file cards.
Defying stereotypes Librarians are often stereotyped as shy, reclusive types, and perhaps out of fashion. In truth, librarians have their ear to the ground and can rival Perez Hilton—or any gossip blogger—in keeping up with shifting trends in their community. They’ve learned to provide what people want: from Internet resources for job seekers, teen literacy promotion through manga (Japanese-style comics) workshops, citizenship test preparation, ESL conversation circles, large-print books for seniors, e-reader downloads and more.
resources for learners of English as a Second Language: picture dictionaries, classic novels in simplified English, and study CDs and books for all the tests they have to take to find a job or go to school in Canada. In collaboration with programs such as the Immigration Services Society of B.C. or MOSAIC, local libraries also host workshops and conversation classes for newcomers. Topics range from preparing for the citizenship test to using public transit to getting a job. MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER
Joanne Robertson, of the New Westminster Public Library, gathers books about Canadian history that might be of help to immigrants preparing for their citizenship tests. Holding workshops for newcomers, including ESL conversation classes is one of the ways libraries try to stay relevant beyond providing books.
And today, libraries themselves continue to be a focal point for the communities they serve. People go to the library for all sorts of reasons, including meeting their friends and connecting with others, said New Westminster librarian Joanne Robertson. That’s why, she added, librarians have stopped shushing people. “We do want to have quiet areas, but not with that punitive attitude. It’s a reflection of society. In the past, it was more quiet and private. Now, if you take the bus and the SkyTrain, you hear people having private conversations on their cellphones,” said
Robertson. Burnaby’s deputy chief librarian, Deb Thomas, agrees, saying a recent user survey showed people view the library as a community gathering place. Collections and services are also changing to accommodate shifts in population trends. On a tour of Burnaby’s Metrotown branch, Thomas pointed to the reference section, which shrank when encyclopedias and atlases became available electronically. Now there’s room on the shelves for the library’s fastest growing section: resources for new Canadians. Both libraries also have
Teen time It’s 4 p.m. Do you know where your teen is? If they’re lucky they might be at the local library cavorting with vampires, werewolves and sorcerers. Both the Burnaby and New Westminster public libraries have created separate spaces for teenagers, who have outgrown the children’s section but don’t want to rub elbows with adults. The evidence that teens love libraries is on the shelves—though the BPL owns about 700 graphic novels for teens, only about two dozen are at the library at any one time. Same goes for chapter books for teens. The Harry Potter and Twilight series are still flying off the shelves, but there’s a new kid on the block. PLEASE SEE LIBRARIES ON A13
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Pipe band #2 at worlds The Simon Fraser University Pipe Band took second place behind its Northern Island rival, the Field Marshall Montgomery Pipe Band, at the annual world pipe band championships in Glasgow, Scotland, on the weekend. It is the ninth time SFU has finished second, having won the competition six times while Montgomery COURTESY SFU has taken top honours The SFU Pipe Band has dominated the field in world seven times. Simon Fraser competition for many years. came third in 2010. after he failed to make a court “We gave our absolute best appearance. effort on both performances and Douglas Archie Clark was feel very satisfied with the job we arrested last Thursday, a few did,” said Pipe Sgt. Jack Lee in a hours after a warrant was issued. SFU press release. The Burnaby resident had a “Field Marshall also played scheduled court appearance in two excellent sets, and the judges Port Coquitlam that morning but thought they were better. We’ve missed it, prompting a judge to moved up from our third place issue a bench warrant. finish last year. And without a Clark faces 13 counts of fraud doubt we’ll be back to settle this and had been released in June on next year.” $10,000 bail. The SFU band placed second Police allege Clark portrayed in the March, Strathspey himself as a member of and Reel portion and the Canadian military, fourth in the medley. often indicating he was “The band met its either currently employed objective; we came to play or retired from the navy. our best,” said Pipe Major Police say he told victims Terry Lee. he had an illness but did New SFU president not have the funds to treat Andrew Petter, who was it and that he sometimes on vacation in Ireland, CLARK wore a military uniform as was one of the 50,000 specpart of the ruse. tators at the competition Ridge Meadows RCMP’s serious which the band has been going to crime unit began investigating since 1983. Clark three and a half years ago and say he has defrauded more Man facing fraud than 40 people. Some complaints charges arrested again date back to the 1990s. A 64-year-old man who police Police now believe he has say has bilked more than 40 defrauded people of more than people for more than a million a million dollars. Clark was to dollars is back in police custody appear in court on Monday.
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A third wing to Taylor Park elementary in southeast Burnaby should be open in October, said Shepherd. The school opened in 2004, but the district at that time already planned an expansion. So when the province introduced full-day kindergarten the ministry gave the go-ahead to complete the wing instead of bringing in modular classrooms. “That school is bursting at the seams,” said Shepherd. Modulars that were brought in to accommodate students while work on sealing the building envelope at Burnaby South secondary was carried out are in the process of being set up at Windsor elementary. They will house adult education and childhood early start programs, as well as having a community component. Five all-day kindergarten modulars are being installed in the district, two at Brentwood Park and the others at Montecito, Sperling and Lakeview. At the top of the district’s five-year capital projects wish list these days are replacements of Alpha and Burnaby North secondaries. The district believes it would be too costly to do seismic and mechanical upgrades so are asking for them to be replaced. North is overcrowded with 2,400 students. “It would be tremendous if we got one of those,” said Shepherd. Replacing them are projects the district wanted to do before Shepherd’s arrival, but staff and the board of education decided to change direction based on the funding they knew was available. However, if they do get the green light he won’t be around to see them through. Although Shepherd intends to do some consulting in retirement, he also has plans to enjoy life. “I have to improve that golf game, it’s sadly lacking.” So does that mean he’ll get to combine both and build a golf course clubhouse? “I have built airports, hospitals, railway stations, transit facilities and schools,” pondered Shepherd. “I’ve never built a clubhouse.”
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based on Sidley Street in South Burnaby. There is also a retreat on Salt Spring Island. Kalu Rinpoche, who went on to establish more than 100 centres in many corners of the Western world, passed away in 1989, but before he did he asked a lama and his wife to have a child. He was born on Sept. 17, 1990, and has been recognized as being the reincarnation of the previous Kalu Rinpoche. Lama Tsultrim has been at the centre for 10 years. He studied under the original Kalu Rinpoche, and also came into contact with the current one. “Of course,” said Tsultrim, when asked if he believed the 20-year-old who will be visiting the Lower Mainland next month is a reincarnation of the one he grew up with. “He is the same, pretty much in the way
Believed to be reincarnation of man who established centre By Grant Granger NEWSLEADER
A small Buddhist centre in Burnaby is getting ready for the visit of the man believed to be the reincarnation of the person who established it nearly 40 years ago. Before the Dalai Lama began bringing Buddhism to the world, the Kalu Rinpoche was assigned the task. When he arrived in Canada in 1972 he first looked at Toronto but couldn’t find many interested in setting up a centre there. So he came to the Lower Mainland and formed the Kagyu Kunkyab Chuling, one of the first Tibetan Buddhist Dharma centres in the West, that is
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Lama Tsultrim is eagerly anticipating a visit next month of Kalu Rinpoche. Tsultrim says the 20 year-old monk is in touch with more modern methods, including maintaining his own Facebook page.
he acts and the way he talks just like the previous one. He cares about people like the previous one. He had a very good relationship with his previous life.” Tsultrim moved to a monastery when he was seven years old and worked closely with Kalu Rinpoche from 1982 to 1988. “He was a very, very kind teacher and
he really cared about other people. For me, he was like a father,” said Tsultrim. Patrick Couling, a centre spokesman, said lamas who know both men well all say the two Kalu Rinpoches are one and the same. However, what is different about them is the young Kalu Rinpoche grew up in
the age of the Internet and Facebook, even though he was raised in a monastery 7,000 feet up in the mountains near Darjeeling, India. Part of his mission is trying to integrate modern means to spread Buddhism. “Spirituality is one thing, but you’ve got to still live in this world,” said Couling. Kalu Rinpoche will be in British Columbia Sept. 12-25, with the Lower Mainland portion of the visit Sept. 13-17, including his 21st birthday celebration on Sept. 16. “He’s a man believed to be a direct descendant of people who lived 1,000 to 1,500 years ago, so there’s a tremendous amount of excitement as a result,” said Tsultrim. For more information on the centre and the events of Kalu Rinpoche’s visit go to kkc-kdol.org.
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Slow wheels of justice Only days after four nights of rioting, mayhem and looting in London and other British cities, more than 700 charges have been laid. Some of the troublemakers are already in jail, having been tried and sentenced in courts that are sitting day and night to process the nicked rioters. Two months after Vancouver’s Stanley Cup riot a single charge has yet to be laid. Even those remorseful rioters who turned themselves in have yet to face legal consequences. The thugs and vandals who wreaked havoc through the downtown, setting vehicles ablaze, kicking in store windows and robbing merchandise must be wondering if they got away with it. British authorities are crediting the overwhelming visual evidence of perpetrators from security cameras and photos posted online for their ability to move swiftly against the rioters. They used sophisticated facial-recognition software from Scotland Yard to match images of rioters and looters with mug shots already in their database. There’s no shortage of similar visual evidence of Vancouver’s rioters. In fact, police say there’s so much of it, they’re overwhelmed. To the point of paralysis, it seems. There are many reasons for this tale of two riots. The British legal system allows police to lay charges directly, while in Canada police gather evidence which they must then present to Crown counsel to make charges. That additional layer of bureaucracy may seem prudent in complicated cases like murder but it can be frustrating when violence and mayhem occur on a large scale. With years of experience dealing with social unrest and soccer hooliganism, the British system is also better equipped to deal with major events. In Canada the notion of the courts running 24 hours a day induces fiscal whinging in a legal system already hamstrung by inadequate budgets. All the political fingerpointing in the wake of the Stanley Cup riot will be for nought if the perpetrators never face the consequences of their actions.
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years will be limited to only 16 per cent. And it leaves BC Hydro’s huge capital works program more or less alone: rebuilding old dams, preparing for Site C and expanding both the grid and generation capacity. The review team also leaves the smart meter program alone, finding more evidence it will pay off in savings. The reviewers found that BC Hydro’s overtime costs are higher than other electrical utilities, and 84 per cent of that is paid to unionized electricians. The top five overtime earners doubled their base salary with overtime pay between $113,000 and $130,000 last year alone. With a smart grid, at least they won’t be collecting so much overtime to drive around searching for downed wires. And I suppose it would be nice to have all overtime paid at double-time, and 17 to 20 “flex days” that can be taken off or traded for cash. But other public sector workers don’t get that. The government milks this cow too. It overcharges BC Hydro for water use, for one thing. What this overhaul may also lead to is an end to former premier Gordon Campbell’s aggressive climate strategy. That’s a complicated issue that I’ll tackle in a subsequent column. ■ Tom Fletcher is legislative reporter and columnist for Black Press and BCLocalnews.com tfletcher@blackpress.ca twitter.com/tomfletcherbc
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Re: Parents Voice will be advocates for religion (Letters, NewsLeader, Aug. 5) I wish to thank armchair politician Brian J. O’Neill for his comments concerning Parents’ Voice, as incorrect and misguided as they may be. Mr. O’Neill mistakenly asserts that Parents’ Voice is a religious movement. This is false. Parents’ Voice emerged as a broad-based and spontaneous, grassroots public reaction to a discriminatory policy driven by militant sexual policy activists. Members and supporters of Parents’ Voice have come from all walks of life; many are nonreligious, and even atheist. Most members of Parents’ Voice did not even know each other previous to March 2011. Parents’ Voice is certainly not asking anyone to embrace any “evangelical dogma,” as Mr. O’Neill purports. Parents’ Voice’s opposition to Policy 5.45, to both its content and process, has been grounded in secular logic, legal precedent, medical fact and common sense. It is unfortunate that in the hypersensitive and toxic environment created by sexual activists who have successfully duped the BCTF, Burnaby Teachers Association and Burnaby School Board that
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Riot justice delayed, hopefully not denied In light of the London riots, much has been said about the snail’s pace of the Canadian legal system as it pertains to the Vancouver riot. Within hours of the criminal mayhem in England, over 1,000 arrests had been made and over 100 charges had been laid. Conversely, two months after Game 7 of the Stanley Cup final, not a single charge has been brought forward by the Attorney General’s office (despite 37 confessions and ample evidence). Premier Christy Clark talked tough about holding our local looters, arsonists, vandals and violent offenders accountable. However, her post-riot photo-op holding a broom seems befitting now of a government intent on sweeping
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It’s OK to criticize a party you support Re: A curious letter from a BC Liberal contributor (Letters, NewsLeader, Aug. 5) When I read his recent letter I wondered what Murray Martin does when he disagrees with things his party does. In some political parties, the Chinese Communist Party for instance, political dissent isn’t tolerated and those who speak out against the party’s policies are usually sent to jail. Fortunately the BC
Liberal Party encourages open discussion among its members and therefore I am free to speak out when I think my party has made a mistake without fear of the consequences. I remain a 100 per cent supporter of the BC Liberal Party and believe they continue to provide the people with good government. However, I don’t think they are perfect, and when I consider it necessary to do so will continue to draw attention to their failings in the belief that as a result they will do a better job. I am concerned that there are people in our society that think there is something wrong with that approach. Garth Evans Burnaby
Better late than never The deadline to drop off our ballots for the HST referendum was on Aug. 5. As predicted and as usual, many procrastinators wasted their valuable ballots by being late. I do hope the government will accept and count those late ballots, this being such an important issue. Frank Di Cesare Burnaby
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Hodge said the oldest son was 14 when Tomajin left, which meant the family hadn’t been together as a unit, leaving the children without maternal supervision and guidance. “I don’t know what went wrong,” said Hodge. “I’m not surprised they had problems, but to have them escalate to that kind of level is something else.” Tomajin’s son, Benedict
Bernabe Tomajin, 24, has been charged with second degree murder. “The sad part for us to see is what she went through to make a better life for her family to come to a country she thought she would be safe to raise a family and then ultimately to lose her life,” said Hodge. Over the years, Tomajin kept in touch with the Hodges, sending the children birthday cards and occasionally visiting.
In fact, she had just become one of Hodge’s Facebook friends two days before she died. Hodge said Tomajin worked at least two jobs on a regular basis and had met a supportive man who had helped her bring her family over. “She was on her way to putting her life together for herself and for her family,” said Hodge. No date for a service has been announced.
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Reformed U-Pass system rolls out to students By Jeff Nagel BLACK PRESS
TransLink and area universities are rolling out a tightened system to dispense and regulate student transit U-Passes that were often lost in the mail or illegally resold. The change comes as 60,000 additional students join an expanded, revamped U-Pass program that gives them all unlimited transit for $30 per month, charged with student fees. Each college or university is installing vending machines that will dispense the new U-Passes to students each month after they swipe their student cards. The monthly U-Passes replace the old system of mailing out passes that were good for an entire four-month term. TransLink estimated $15 million worth of U-Passes were being reported lost or stolen each year and replaced. Many of them later found their way
into the hands of other users. Spokesman Ken Hardie said mailing the passes was problematic because many students weren’t diligent about keeping their mailing address up to date. “Cards were being sent off and lost in the ether.” Officials hope doling out the passes just one month at a time via machine will solve that problem and make it harder to sell them as well. Paying for U-Passes is mandatory but students in areas poorly served by transit contend they can’t use them and often try to resell them. The passes are non-transferrable but equivalent in value to a $151 three-zone monthly pass, so students who sold them could turn a tidy profit. Hardie said websites like craigslist and vansky.com have agreed to delete ads trying to sell U-Passes. And he said students who enroll for courses and then drop out – or otherwise cease
to be eligible – won’t be able to get the next month’s pass. Since the new U-Passes won’t bear names or photos, students must be prepared to show their student cards as well when they board transit. The switch to the new U-Pass system followed lengthy negotiations between TransLink and the colleges and universities. Blair Jensen, chair of the coalition of Metro Vancouver public institutions, said the changes bring significant costs for each school, but added the provincial government put up a one-time $11-million subsidy to assist. The new system of vending machines spitting out monthly U-Passes will be in effect less than two years. In spring 2013, TransLink expects to launch its Compass smart card system for transit payment and the Compass chip will then be embedded in student cards so they act as transit passes as well.
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The Hunger Games is a dystopian series about Katniss Everdeen who participates in the Hunger Games, “a brutal and terrifying fight to the death,” and who has to hunt to feed her mother and siblings. Series like this aren’t just riveting reading, but help the teens make sense of their world. “There are a lot of contemporary issues, life’s complicated issues, like drugs and the pressures of a being a teen in general,” said Alison Knights, a children’s librarian at the Bob Prittie Metrotown and Tommy Douglas HighGate branches in Burnaby. Still, not all teens are enthusiastic about reading, so librarians take a proactive approach to promoting teen literacy in a variety of methods. This summer Burnaby has hosted songwriting and photography contests. It also hosts frequent workshops for activities like manga drawing, as well as movie matinees and a poetry slam. “We want to keep the library relevant. The programs are a great way to get the teens to go to the library. Then we can get them interested in
books,” said Knights. Burnaby library’s teens website is also a great tool that connects them to the resources available. “(Teens) may not go up to the librarian, but they’ll email to ask, ‘are you gonna get that book?’” said Knights, adding that, more often than not, they do acquire the books recommended by teens. It’s that responsiveness to the community that seems to be at the core of how libraries function today, certainly judging by what’s happening in New Westminster and Burnaby. Joanne Robertson in New West believes, contrary to suggestions libraries may be
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Metro home prices gain, year over year Home prices are hanging onto significant one-year gains in the Lower Mainland. The benchmark price for detached houses topped $898,000 in July, a 13.3 per cent increase from a year ago, reported the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver. The association, which covers Metro Vancouver except Surrey, White Rock and Langley, reported apartment benchmark prices were up 4.5 per cent over one year to $405,000 while attached units were up 6.9 per cent to $525,000. Fraser Valley realtors said detached houses sold for a benchmark price of $534,000 there in July, a gain of about 4.6 per cent from the same month in 2010. Townhouses and condos in the Valley were each up by less than two per cent. jnagel@blackpress.ca
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Laura’s Bowtie Pasta Salad 2 1/2 cups bowtie pasta, uncooked 1/2 cup julienned sundried tomatoes 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted 6 strips of bacon, cooked and crumbled 1/2 cup Little Qualicum feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup pesto, or to taste Cook pasta according to package directions. In a large serving bowl combine the pasta, sundried tomatoes, olives, bacon and feta. Toss with the pesto. Chill until the picnic gets underway. MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER
Annie Muljiani, the owner of Galloway’s Specialty Foods in Burnaby, along with Eiris Swindell, Jeanine Holloway and Lise Batcheller, checks some of the 308 spices the store sells. Galloway’s will be celebrating its 75th anniversary in September. In Annie Muljiani’s business, everything old is new again. Some of the products she sells in her Galloway’s specialty food shop have stood the test of time for thousands of years and they’re now trendy again thanks to the growing awareness about healthy ingredients and the influence of The Food Network. Galloway’s is celebrating its 75th anniversary in September. It started as a cart selling fruit and nuts in Vancouver’s Gastown area, then expanded into its first full-fledged store on Seymour at Robson in 1936. In 1949 the shop moved to Robson and Thurlow. Annie remembers visiting the shop with her father, Ali, after the family emigrated from Uganda. Robson Street was different then, more of a neighbourhood shopping street than outdoor mall of fashionable boutiques. The store, with its large bins of bulk nuts, spices and dried fruits reminded her father of home, where he had run his own grocery. In 1975 Ali and his brother got back into the grocery business by buying Galloway’s, expanding to three stores in Vancouver and a new one in New Westminster. Twenty years later, the brothers had a falling out; Annie’s uncle continues to run the store in Uptown New West while her father moved the business to Richmond and expanded into packaging and distribution. Annie, who took over from her father in 2003, opened the latest outlet, in Burnaby, last year. Galloway’s carries more than 9,000 products from virtually every country in the world, including 308 spices. Over the years the shop has seen trends come and go like convenience foods and frozen dinners, but they’ve endured through their commitment to sourcing all manner of ingredients for all sorts of cuisines. “There’s always been a core group of people who’ve stuck to the old ways,” says Annie. “The immigrant population is what kept us going.” And now with The Food Network encouraging viewers to explore new tastes, new generations of foodies are finding their way to Galloway’s old-world foods. Galloway’s Burnaby location is at 110-8620 Glenlyon Parkway. The New Westminster store is at 702 Sixth Ave.
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Quinoa with Almonds and Currants INGREDIENTS 1 ½ cups quinoa 2 ¼ cups water ¼ cup currants Pinch sea salt 1 tbsp olive oil 1 red onion, diced ¼ tsp cinnamon ¼ tsp ginger ¼ tsp coriander 1/8 tsp turmeric ¾ tsp cumin 3 tbsp toasted sliced almonds ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley METHOD Rinse quinoa and add to water, currants and salt. Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes or until all water is absorbed. Let cool slightly before fluffing with fork. In large skillet, sauté onion and spices in oil until soft (about 5 minutes). Fold into cooked quinoa along with almonds and parsley. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.
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Thank you . . . to the many hundreds of volunteers who were fundamental in bringing this event to the level of excellence we achieved. On behalf of the 35th Elders Gathering we would like to express our gratefulness to our Elders who attended all our planning meetings throughout the year with their knowledge and support. Our Core Planning Group, Coordinators and Volunteers, provided input and tireless commitment to the planning process, which lead to the success of the 35th Annual Elders Gathering. Their respectful participation was a success and welcomed over 5000 participants. The 35th Elders Gathering could not have taken place without our sponsors. We have built long lasting partnerships that will benefit the elders, their communities and all British Columbians for many years to come. Supporting Sponsor:
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June 15, 1943 - August 12, 2011 (26 years old) Kathleen Frances Stokes (nee Robinson) passed away suddenly on August 12, 2011. Kathleen was a daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, farmer, business woman, and occasional rabble-rouser; however throughout her life her spirit was replenished by working in her garden. She derived joy from the beauty she had nurtured with the help of her husband, and was eager to share their collaboration with the community. While her garden was her crowning achievement, she was also known as a painter, musician, interior decorator, and prize-winning gingerbread architect extraordinaire. Kathleen was a fierce and tenacious advocate on behalf of those she loved. Her honesty, integrity, and tremendous compassion guided her, and she would not easily tolerate injustice. She was a role model, practicing more than preaching. Kathleen is survived by her loving husband Bryan, her children Warren (Sandy), Kara, and Laureen (Bert); her grand-children Ethan, Riley, and Peter James (PJ), her mother Daisy, siblings Donna, Ken, and Murray, along with many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her beloved father, father-in-law, motherin-law, and sister-in-law. She will be remembered by many. Kathleen’s family invites you to join them on Saturday, August 20, 2011 at 1:00 PM at Carman United Church (7258 Vedder Road, Sardis, BC) for a memorial service. An open house to appreciate the splendour and peace of her garden will follow at 42345 South Sumas Road from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM. Cameras welcome.
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778-960-1070 A-1 CONTRACTING. Renos. Bsmt, kitchens, baths, custom cabinets, tiling, plumbing, sundecks, reroofing. Dhillon 604-782-1936.
“ ABOVE THE REST “ Int. & Ext., Unbeatable Prices, Professional Crew. Free Est. Written Guarantee. No Hassle, Quick Work, Insured, WCB. Call (778)997-9582
604-777-5046
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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ACCOUNTING/TAX/ BOOKKEEPING ACCOUNTING BOOKKEEPING SERVICES
MOVING & STORAGE
AFFORDABLE MOVING
GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com
LANDSCAPING ■ WATER FEATURES ■ CUSTOM STONE ■ POST & BEAM ■ RETAINING WALLS ■ OUTDOOR FIREPLACES ■ DECKING ■ OUTDOOR KITCHENS
MILANO PAINTING. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Written Guar. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
SEASIDE PAINTING
Over 20yrs experience.
Ray Evenson 604-780-6304
& Decking 604-462-8528, 218-9618
westcoastmodernscape.com Stardust
Painting
Commercial
&
Residential
Service,
Interior & Exterior. Member of BBB since 1975 Call John (604)889-8424
25 years experience, Business, Non-profit Organizations, Housing & Personal taxes, payroll. Gilles 604-789-7327, 604-946-0192 www.scorpio-consulting.com
Mountain High Bookkeeping Burnaby/New Westminster 778-397-7009 or mountain-high.ca
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CONCRETE & PLACING
ARTISTICO CONCRETE
260
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PLUMBING
10% OFF if you Mention this AD! *Plumbing *Heating *Reno’s *More Lic.gas fitter. Aman: 778-895-2005 1 Call Does it All - 2 OLD GUYS PLUMBING & HEATING, Repairs, Reno’s, H/W Tanks. 604-525-6662. $69/HR. Lic., Insured. Experienced & friendly service. Clogged drains, garburators, leaks & more. Sm jobs OK. Call anytime 604-805-2488.
ELECTRICAL
#1167 $25 service call, BBB Lge & small jobs. Expert trouble shooter, WCB. Low rates 24/7 604-617-1774 YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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PAVING/SEAL COATING
ALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.
All cement work, forming & prep. WCB insured. 30 yrs exp, refs. Free est, Joe 604-908-6143, 931-1684
GARDENING
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Always! Pwr. raking, grass cutting, fertilizing, hedging, pruning, Rubbish rem. Free Est. 604-230-0627
PRESSURE WASHING
DO YOUR GARDEN BEDS NEED TO BE MAINTAINED? I will do it for you! 604-434-6693
PERSONAL SERVICES 171
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FINANCIAL SERVICES
BANK SAY NO? WE SAY YES Consolidate or get your personal loan started with us. Up to $200K with low interest rate starting at 1.9%. Bad credit OK. Apply at www.etcfinance.com or call 1-855-222-1228
MODEL/TALENT AGENCIES
MOVIE EXTRAS !
EDUCATION/TUTORING
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
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No experience necessary. Uniform and training provided. 1 free meal included daily.
CALL 604-558-2278
ALTERNATIVE HEALTH
POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call Ian 604-724-6373
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES Canuel Caterers
(604)
GRAVEYARD - F/T, P/T .50c Shift Bonus Boundary & Lougheed
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Call Christy 604-436-2472 for available routes email circulation@burnaby newsleader.com
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HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
SOUTH ROCK LTD. has available positions for road construction, Heavy Duty Mechanic, Shop Foreman, Paving - Roller Operator, Distributor Driver, Heavy Equipment Operators. Forward resume to: careers@southrock.ca. Fax 403-5681327; www.southrock.ca.
KIDS & ADULTS NEEDED
Call Jemma at 604-777-2194
(Formerly Resident Care Attendant)
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
PERSONAL SERVICES
CARRIERS NEEDED
F/T, 18+. Summer and permanent openings in all areas. Fun Promos. No Sales. No Experience, No Problem!
`Practical Nursing `Health Care Assistant
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Please call: Erica 1-800-247-4793 ext 2488 Send resumes to: erica.young@rtui.com
EDUCATION
We Believe in You.
EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION
BC’s largest High School Cafeteria Company with over 50 locations is now interviewing counter attendants / cashiers / food prep, 4-8 hour shift during the school year to start at a high school near you. Fax resume to 604-575-7771. JGJ Foods in Burnaby needs a F/T Fast Food Restaurant MANAGER (Subway Sandwichs); min 3 yrs exp & college diploma req’d. Duties incl: control operations, inventory, resolve problems, schedule staff, etc. Wages $15/hr. Email resumes to: jagsull@hotmail.com MATURE PERSON needed for counter service & duties. Inquire @ (604)936-5545 - 1pm to 4pm only.
317 173E
HEALTH PRODUCTS
Bergamonte- The Natural Way To Improve Your Glucose, Cholesterol & Cardiovascular Health! Call today to find out how to get a free bottle with your order.! 888-470-5390 NEED TO LOSE WEIGHT? $5,000 For Your Success Story. Personal Image TV Show. Call to Qualify: 416-730-5684 ext 2243. Joanna@mertontv.ca www.mertontv.ca
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EDUCATION/TUTORING
MEDICAL OFFICE Trainees needed! Hospitals & Dr.’s need medical office & medical admin staff. No experience? Need training? Career training & job placement available. 1-888-748-4126.
Jims Mowing Franchise your future is here
MISC SERVICES
DATING SERVICE. LongTerm/Short-Term Relationships, Free to Try!!! 1-877-297-9883. Live intimate conversation, Call: #4011 or 1-888-534-6984. Live adult 1on1 Call: 1-866-311-9640 or #4010. Meet Local Single Ladies. 1-877804-5381. (18+).
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MOVING & STORAGE
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. We move - We ship - We recycle. Senior- Student Discount available. 604-721-4555 or 604-800-9488. ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240
ROOF, CONCRETE & VINYL CLEANING. Best for less. Seniors disc. Call Dennis (604)521-6860
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS #1 Roofing Company in BC
All types of Roofing Over 35 Years in Business “ Call Now for Free Estimate”
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JASON’S ROOFING All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. (604)961-7505, 278-0375
Wednesday, August 17, 2011 NewLeader A19 HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES 353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
Roofing Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.
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Isaac 604-727-5232
359 SAND, GRAVEL & TOPSOIL Always! deliver Top soil, bark mulch, sand & gravel. 7days/wk. Simon 604-230-0627 will spread
SUNDECKS
PETS
AMERICAN COCKER SPANIEL X, beautiful pups, 8 wks. old, ready to go. Family raised. Vet ✔, dewormed, dew claws removed. 2 males, 1 fem. $650. 604-612-9422 BLUENOSE RAZOR EDGE 4 weeks old. $1250 obo. Call 604783-8607. CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866
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RUBBISH REMOVAL
Haul Anything...
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PETS
CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are Spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977 ENGLISH MASTIFF. ckc, gorgeous brindles, M/F, vet check, shots, ready sept 27. $1500 604-858-6779 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. 2 Male & 2 Fem. $550. 1st shots & dewormed. Call 778-863-6332. Golden Retriever pups, P/B, family farm raised, ready August 22. Males $600, female $650. (604)794-7434 Timbur6@telus.net 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 PITT BULL PUPS, 4 males and 3 females, vet checked, $450/ea Call: 604-217-6551 POM / CHI X pups, vet ✓, 1st shots, dewormed.Paper trnd, family raised w/children. $450. Ph. 604-532-8163 SHELTIES beautiful loveable happy puppies, warm & cuddly, 4 months old. House trained. (604)826-6311 YELLOW LAB PUPS 2F, CKC reg. papers, all shots, dew claws removed,tatooed $700 (604)826-1088 YORKIE/TOY 3 year/old 15lb male neutered, good trained family dog, Must sell $250/obo. 604-302-0612.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 518
BUILDING SUPPLIES
DO-IT-YOURSELF STEEL BUILDINGS Priced to Clear - Make an Offer! Ask About Free Delivery, most areas! Call for Quick Quote and Free Brochure - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170. SAWMILLS from only $3997 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT.
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FRUIT & VEGETABLES
U-PICK Raspberries $1.50 lb & Blueberries $1.20 lb. 19478 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Pitt Mead. 763-2808
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FURNITURE
MATTRESSES staring at $99 • Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331
Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing, gates. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
560
MISC. FOR SALE
300 Ebooks Worth $7.49 Each NOW FREE! $2,247 Value! NO Strings, NO Tricks, NO Gimmicks!
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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 $
ABC TREE MEN ✶ Pruning & Shaping ✶ Tree Removal ✶ Stump Grinding
☎ 604-521-7594 ☞ 604-817-8899
A FREE TELEPHONE SERVICE Get Your First Month Free. Bad Credit, Don’t Sweat It. No Deposits. No Credit Checks. Call Freedom Phone Lines Today Toll-Free 1866-884-7464
BACK TO SCHOOL. Looking for a affordable laptops, desktops, printers and much more? Visit our website www.arvanasales.com, you will like what you see. Can’t Get Up Your Stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help. Call Acorn Stairlifts now! Mention this ad and get 10% off your new Stairlift! Call 1866-981-5991 HOT TUB (SPA) COVERS. Best price. Best quality. All shapes & colours available. 1-866-652-6837 www.thecoverguy.com/newspaper? NORDICTRACK Elliptical Exerciser $100.00 Must sell, like new. 604202-0900
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 560
MISC. FOR SALE
RED ENVELOPE - Unique & Personalized Gifts for All Your Friends & Family! Starting at $19.95. Visit www.redenvelope.com/Jewel for an extra 20% off or Call 1-888-4735407
REAL ESTATE ACREAGE
603
20 Acre Ranch Foreclosures Near Booming El Paso, Texas Was $16,900 Now $12,900 $0 Down, take over payments, $99/mo. Beautiful views, owner financing, FREE map/pictures 800-755-8953
82.8 ACRES, 300’ lakefront, S Cariboo. Beautiful, pastoral, private, rural setting. Borders crown land. Adjacent 80+ acre parcel available. www.bchomesforsale.com/ view/lonebutte/ann/
615 COMMERCIAL PROPERTY STEEL BUILDING SALE... “”FINAL WEEK!”” Great pricing on ABSOLUTELY every model, width and length. Example: 30’Wx50’Lx16’H. NOW $11,900.00. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers DIRECT 1-800-6685422.
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FOR SALE BY OWNER
1/2 Duplex, Enderby BC, 3bdrm, 2 bath, view of Enderby Cliffs, 1740 sq.ft. $249,900. 1 (250)309-3452, or 540-3455 HATZIC BENCH MISSION LOVELY home 19 yrs. old. Lrge 3 bdrm., 3 baths. 3500 sq. ft. 10,000 sq.ft. lot. Excellent cond. View upon request $474,700.Call 604-855-5826.
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MORTGAGES
RENTALS 706
APARTMENT/CONDO
BURNABY
RENTALS 706
COQUITLAM
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:
APARTMENT/CONDO Welcome Home !
1 Bedrooms available near Lougheed Mall and transit. Rent includes heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Refs required.
Call (604) 931-2670
Call 604- 522-5230
BURNABY
Purchase/Renew/Refinance Private 2nd MTG avl. Low Rates. Raj 604767-5050 www.mortgagebazar.ca
RECREATIONAL
640
RARE OPPORTUNITY: waterfront property on beautiful Jim Lake, 0.83-acre with 360 sq ft insulated cabin, located near Green Lake/Watch Lake. Rare privacy, only three lots on the lake, good fishing for rainbows to 10 lbs, nice swimming, surrounded by crown land. Great trails for hiking, ATV and snowmobile. Seasonal 10-km back road access in 4x4 or pick-up. FSBO. $230,000. 250-395-0599. (Please see bchomesforsale.com/70mile/frank.)
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BURNABY
BURNABY, 6089-6091 Rumble. Brand new. side by side duplex. TJ @ Sutton Proact (604)728-5460
660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
www.dannyevans.ca
Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
NEW WESTMINSTER
AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY
Colonial House 435 Ash Street
Completely remodeled building and 1 & 2 bedroom suites. Located at Metrotown. From $850/mo., includes heat, hot water. Call 604-715-1824
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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** 6960 ELWELL ST ** NEAR MIDDLEGATE Quiet, spacious 2 & 1 Bdrms & Bachelor suites. Incld: Balcony, prkg, heat & h/wtr
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.
3 Story bldg in great location. 1 bdrm stes from $760. Parking, lndry rm. Close to transit, park, shops. Heat & hot water included. For more info & viewing call
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Call 604-540-6725
BURNABY
Villa Del Mar 6630 Telford Ave.
Bright large newly reno’d 1 and 2 bedroom suites for rent. Freshly painted, new hardwood floors, huge balcony. Only 2 min walk to Metrotown Mall. Please call 604-715-1824 to view. Move in TODAY! Burnaby
Vista Terrace 7465 13th Avenue,
NEW WESTMINSTER
Large newly renovated 1 & 2 bdrm apts available in wellkept concrete building. New floors and appl’s. Freshly painted. Patio and large storage room inste. 3 laundries in bldg. Rent incl’s heat & hot water. Sauna & jacuzzi. 5 min. walk to skytrain, Douglas College & New West Quay. Close to all amenities. Please call 604-834-1756 www.aptrentals.net
TOWNHOUSES
Crescentview
Call 604-834-4097 www.aptrentals.com
CA$H for CAR$ No Wheels -No Problem! Servicing the Fraser Valley 604-746-2855
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
TRANSPORTATION ANTIQUES/CLASSICS
810
AUTO FINANCING
Need A Vehicle! Guaranteed Auto Loan. Apply Now,
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FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
Panorama Court Spacious & clean 1 bdrm avail. From $750 - $780/mo. No pets.
Call 604-540-6732
NEW WESTMINSTER
RIVIERA MANOR Great 1 Bedroom, quiet building nr. amenities, Royal City Mall & Skytrain. Includes Heat, Hot Water and Cable. Please call 604-526-0147
FREE CASH BACK WITH $0 DOWN at Auto Credit Fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599 www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309. Free Delivery. WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Last week 21 out of 24 applications approved! We fund your future not your past. Any Credit. Receive a $500 Gift Card. 1-888-593-6095.
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CARS - DOMESTIC
1990 MERCURY TOPAZ, 4 door. Mechanic owned, great student car. Blue, Aircared, 254,000 kms, loaded. $1400 obo. 604-855-9601 1991 CADILLAC Allante only 44,000 mi. Removable hardtop & Softtop. Rare model, hard to find. Must Sell $8,500obo. 604-309-4001
BURNABY
PORT MOODY
6985 Walker Ave
WORKSHOP, AUTOMOTIVE, WAREHOUSE, LIGHT INDUSTRIAL, or WHOLESALE SHOPS ETC.
2005 CHEV CAVALIER - 2 dr, 1 owner. Deluxe 4 cyl, 5 speed. 79,000kms. $3,800. (604)467-3289
Moray & St. John’s Street
2007 FORD FUSION SE Fully loaded. Maroon colour, 60K, $8450 firm. Call 604-538-4883.
Completely Renovated Interior
2400sf. total. Office + Warehouse + 400sf. Mezzanine. Bathrm. Attractive Rates!
604.525.8839 or 604.649.9273
Please call 778-994-2334 BURNABY
Well maintained ONE bedrooms. 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....
Call 604- 521-3448
715
DUPLEXES/4PLEXES
UNIQUE Rental Opportunity in Maple Bay - Flawless 2 bedroom 2 bathroom ground floor suite - fully renovated - beautifully decorated high end fittings and appliances. 1750 sq. ft. - views of ocean and garden. $1850/mo. - NS, Pets neg. WC accessable. Avail. Sept. 1. Phone 250-715-7590.
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MOTORCYCLES
2005 YAMAHA’s Nicest Cruiser!! Midnight Star Custom 1700cc. Pristine cond! dealer serviced, not on road til 2009, very low km’s. $8475. 778-888-6805, 778-837-6577.
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RECREATIONAL/SALE
1978 FRONTIER MOTORHOME, 23’ low mileage, good condition $3900 obo. Call 604-857-9430. 1988 FORD MAXI VAN camper. 1 owner. 216,000kms. Sleeps 2. $2,000 obo. 604-462-9227.
2011 SALEM T23FD
bcclassified.com COQUITLAM - 1 & 2 bdrm near Lougheed mall / skytrain, 533 Cottonwood, reno’d, adult bldg. Quiet, N/P, gated parking & video surveillance. $780 - $945/m incls. Heat & H/W. Avail. Aug 1. CrimeFree Certified. Call: 604-937-7812 Visit: www.greatapartments.ca New West. Crown Manor 430 – 9th Street. 1 bdrm apart, on site ldry, 1 prking spot. Close to shop ping, all amens. Heat & hot water incl. $745/m. 604-451-6676
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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
Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal
709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
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.
AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200 The Scrapper
NEW WESTMINSTER
Professionally Managed by Gateway Property Management
Walker Manor
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
Renovated townhomes in magnificent area. Basement, patio, new appliances, garage.
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For more info & viewing call
BURNABY
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1964 CHEV IMPALA SS white 327300 auto, air, lots $$ spent. $22,900 obo. 604-534-1954
3-storey building conveniently located minutes from SkyTrain. Renovated 1 bedroom suite from $785. Close to public transit, parks and schools. U/G prkg. balconies, lndry rm. Heat & hot water incl’d.
AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY
DSI water heater, dual pane windows, LCD TV, A/C, AM/FM/CD/DVD, fantastic fan. $36,995 (Stk.30384) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-877-651-3267 DL #30644
SUITES, UPPER
Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management
BURNABY
Park Crest Apts.
SUITES, LOWER
COQUITLAM
Rozario 778-788-1849
Call 604-421-1235
1 Bedroom Reno’d suites located in upgraded blding in cul-du-sac. Next to large green space. Incl’s heat, hot water and basic cable. Walk to Highgate mall. Quiet and clean. Cat okay. Deposit required. For viewing....
RECREATIONAL/SALE
2011 WILDCAT XL 252RLX
PORT COQUITLAM, Mary Hill area, View 3 bd upper lvl, 1.5 baths. Nr bus & schls, own lndry + d/washer. $1350mo + 50% hydro. NS/NP. Avl. now. (604)779-6893.
Rozario 778-788-1849
Park Villa 529 10th Street
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COQUITLAM main floor 3 bdrms, 1700sf, 2 baths 3 appls, sh w/d, gas f/p. CDS 10 min to Douglas College $1600+sh util 604-464-6501
4 Story bldg in great location. 1 bdrm stes from $780. Pkg, lndry rm. Close to transit, park and shops. Heat & hot water included. For more info & viewing call
604-525-2661
APARTMENT/CONDO
Completely remodeled building and 1 & 2 bedroom suites. Located at Metro Town. From $850/mo., includes heat, hot water. Call 778-323-0237
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Skyview Manor 908 6th Avenue
CLAREMONT TERRACE
HOMES FOR RENT
BURNABY, 2 bdrm bsmt ste, NS/NP no ldry, incl utils. $850. Avail now. 604-528-6036
Rozario 778-788-1849 Burnaby:
Albert 778-788-1853
RENTALS
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TRANSPORTATION
NEW WEST, 3 bdrm, beautiful view, quiet area, nr. all amenities, NS/NP. $1095 + utils. Sept.1st. Call 604-291-9833 or 604-314-3291.
751
www.aptrentals.net Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca
RENTALS
Awning, AM/FM/CD player, A/C, micro. pass through storage, outside shower. $18,995 (Stk.30371) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-877-651-3267 DL #30644
847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
2006 Chev Trailblazer, 4WD, 107kms, immac cond. sunroof, fully equip. $10,000 obo. 604-309-4001.
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TRUCKS & VANS
1991 Ford Ranger, for parts or repair, ext cab, A/C, auto, runs ok, $800 obo. (604)463-3159 1995 CHEV SILVERADO ext’d cab, long box, cd, mags, running boards, full loaded, new boxliner, exc cond, AirCared, $2200obo. 604-308-9848
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS RE: THE ESTATE OF ELEANOR ANNE FLEMING also known as Eleanor Rae Fleming, and Eleanor Anne Rae Fleming, Deceased, formerly of 305625 Park Cresent, New Westminister, BC. Creditors and others having claims against the estate of Eleanor Anne Fleming, also known as Eleanor Rae Fleming, and Eleanor Anne Rae Fleming, are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that the particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executors at 434 Glenwood Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 5M1 on or before September 16, 2011, after which date the Executors will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. Rose Marie Rae Executor c/o Geoffrey W. White, Solicitor Geoffrey W. White Law Corporation 434 Glenwood Avenue Kelowna BC. V1Y 5M1 Robert Paul Rae Executor c/o Geoffrey W. White Solicitor Geoffrey W. White Law Corporation Barrister and Solicitor 434 Glenwood Avenue Kelowna BC. V1Y 5M1
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