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Kim Robinson and Jocelyne Chow sort through some of the gifts they’ve acquired with the help of family and friends, for a Hungarian family they’ve adopted for Christmas.

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Getting into the spirit Giving a common theme in Christmas preparations

whole family still gets together to decorate the tree to kick off the season, followed by hot chocolate and marshmallows. Wanda Chow The entire family also visits wchow@burnabynewsleader.com the graves of loved ones in the or the past five years, week before Christmas. “My Burnaby’s Kim Christmas visit makes me feel Robinson, her friends peaceful,” said Picco of visiting and family have been her grandmother’s grave at starting off their holiday Forest Lawn Cemetery. It’s a seasons by bringing some natural time to make the trip, Christmas cheer to others. because “at Christmas time I’m Robinson signs up at the thinking of them. Burnaby Christmas Bureau to “Christmas to me is all about sponsor a family, then receives family. Spending that quality information about what their time together, when throughout assigned family needs and the year sometimes when we’re where they normally shop. working [it doesn’t happen] ... There’s a Àurry of emails That’s what Christmas means MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER between Robinson and the ¿ve to us.” Leah Zrnoh, Meghan Gilhespy and Kristy Hancock have been going door-to-door singing Christmas carols other families who chip in, to for the past Àve years, and they’ll be collecting donations for the Food Bank when they go on their rounds ‘AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE’ decide who will buy what. Her this year. As for Kim Robinson, 42, 10-year-old son and sevenand her group effort, she said Kristy Hancock and Michelle Murray, year-old daughter like to help “They’ll say, ‘what are you doing all 19, have been friends since they shop for the toys. here?’ We start to sing and they lighten most years her children help her deliver the goodies to the sponsored attended Glenbrook middle school. Robinson said it’s a tradition up.” families’ homes. Gilhespy and Murray had started inspired by similar sponsorship efforts They’ve had parents get their “It’s always an amazing carolling as Grade 3 students at at the Langley school where she children out of bed to come watch, experience,” she said the day after Tweedsmuir elementary when they’d teaches. while others will bring them making the delivery last week. And it’s an annual teaching moment go door to door with their friends’ homemade cookies. Often people “My kids and the two kids from parents. she uses with her own kids. will want to give them money which the family hit it off like you wouldn’t “I feel like it’s a tradition, like “We’re by no means rich, but we’re they’ve always turned down. But this believe,” she said. “They were playing getting a Christmas tree or putting up comfortable. I wanted them to know year, they’re going to take donations, together and just didn’t want to leave.” decorations, that kind of gets us in the not everyone is comfortable ... I just both monetary and non-perishable Typically, in addition to gifts, the Christmas spirit,” said Gilhespy, now want them to learn that they have it food items, for the food bank. families’ wish lists include household a student in the vocal jazz program at pretty good.” “It’s fun for us to sing, we’ve items, everything from bedsheets to Capilano University. sung together for years and years. Hancock and Zrnoh, who Especially this year, the charity aspect, toiletries. Robinson and her group don’t buy food but instead provide attend Douglas College, and we feel like we’re helping people.” Meghan Gilhespy gift cards for the supermarkets they Murray, who was headed home IT’S ALL ABOUT GIVING They’ll say, ‘what are you doing here?’ normally shop at. She’ll include to the Royal City on Monday We start to sing and they lighten up. For Burnaby resident Audra Picco, a batch of wrapping paper so the after exams at the University Christmas is all about family and families can wrap the gifts themselves of Victoria, will get together giving. and decide who is getting what. to practise a repertoire of about 10 Getting into the giving mood is a So her family’s traditions this time The sponsored families are always songs before heading out on Dec. 22 common theme among locals who of year include putting together a so appreciative and make the whole shared their personal traditions leading (Queen’s Park neighbourhood) and 23 box of donations they send overseas experience worthwhile, she said. (West End neighbourhood). up to the holidays, all part of slipping through Operation Christmas Child, “The woman could barely speak any As in past years, ¿rst they’ll into the Christmas spirit. which they do in memory of a family English, yet we had a lovely visit,” she perform for their parents before OLD-TIME CAROLING friend who always made a point of noted of the family they sponsored. heading out. For several years, since they giving that way. Of her own children, she added that With carolling not as common as in were all Grade 10 students at New Picco, 44, helps her 17-year-old the spirit of that particular Christmas decades past, it’s not uncommon for Westminster secondary, four friends son bake up batches of cookies for activity lingers for months afterwards. them to meet a few Scrooges. have been reviving the tradition of relatives. Her husband puts up the “Every year they wonder about how “People honestly don’t expect carolling door to door. the families are doing throughout the people to come to their door and bring Christmas lights and even though her Leah Zrnoh, Meghan Gilhespy, two sons are now in their teens, the year.” them Christmas cheer,” said Gilhespy.

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Ron Halifax checks to see if his new upright freezer is still working. He was forced to buy a new freezer, as well as a home computer after he says they were damaged following the installation of a smart hydro meter in his north Burnaby home.

Man believes freezer, computer damaged by smart meter install Wanda Chow

it cost him $1,300 to replace the equipment, not to mention all the Ron Halifax and his wife were spoiled food they had to throw happy to be home after a month out. away on a cruise last summer. The two Burnaby cases join That was until the Burnaby one reported in the Richmond couple discovered a computer Review last August when a man was “completely fried” and a in that city said his fridge was deep freeze had defrosted and all working ¿ne until the arrival of the food inside spoiled. the smart meter installer. When When they found a notice in electricity was restored after the their mailbox letting them know installation, the fridge started a smart meter had been installed making noises and stopped at their house a week earlier, working. Halifax wondered if there was a But BC Hydro denies such connection. problems are related to the smart meter installations. As of last month, about Eric Sipila, electrical inspector 300,000 smart It’s a very good chance it’s more coincidence meters had than anything else. been installed province-wide and “the vast He called BC Hydro the next majority of those have been day to complain but “they said problem free,” said BC Hydro it could never happen,” he said, spokesperson Cindy Verschoor in referring to the possibility the an earlier interview. installation damaged the freezer Prior to the smart meter and computer. program, about 40,000 regular But when he read a recent electrical meters had been NewsLeader story about a exchanged annually. similar case in which another During the installation, a brief Burnaby couple lost a fridge and 60-second power outage occurs microwave around the same time and when power is restored, it’s their smart meter was installed, he no different than when it occurs contacted the paper as well. after any other type of power “I don’t think they should’ve outage, she said. changed it without our being “In a very small number of home or being noti¿ed,” said cases we do ¿nd that the customer Halifax, 81. actually does need to do some The retired police of¿cer said repairs to their wiring, that they wchow@burnabynewsleader.com

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may have an issue they didn’t know about otherwise,” she said. 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. Halifax said they never got a letter from Hydro notifying them the smart meter would be installed in coming weeks, only a notice after the fact. Eric Sipila, senior electrical inspector for the City of Burnaby, said it would be a “very remote chance” that the smart meter installation could damage appliances and equipment. So far the city has dealt with about a half dozen cases in which the meter sockets have been damaged during the installation, he noted. They learn about it when electrical contractors take out a permit for the repair work, he said, noting such cases simply mean a delay of a few hours before the new smart meter can be installed and power restored to a home. Otherwise, the small numbers of cases of damaged appliances being reported in the media seem to suggest “it’s a very good chance it’s more coincidence than anything else,” Sipila said.

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Old Orchard Centre This 3-D concept released by Safeway when it put the Edmonds property on sale prompted Burnaby City Hall to take the extraordinary step of taking out newspaper ads to explain that the city’s community plan does not allow towers on the site. Safeway said it was simply presenting a concept that a future developer might put together in collaboration with the city.

Safeway site sold Massive property in Edmonds was site of former distribution centre The former Safeway distribution centre site in South Burnaby has been purchased by developer Ledingham McAllister. The 42-acre property, bounded by 11th and 14th avenues and 15th and 18th streets near the New Westminster border, was put up for sale in June. The deal closed on Dec. 15. “We are extremely proud of our long history of building new home communities in Burnaby,” said Ward McAllister, president and CEO of Ledingham McAllister, in a press release. “We look forward to working with the city and the community to create a vision to signi¿cantly enhance this area of Edmonds Town Centre.” The developer has built numerous projects in Burnaby including ReÀections and Portraits, currently under construction nearby in the Edmonds neighbourhood. “We are encouraged that Ledingham McAllister is the successful purchaser of this site,” said Burnaby Mayor Derek Corrigan in the release. “They have proven to be an inclusive and respectful partner for the City of Burnaby over the years, and we look forward to a robust and inclusive process with residents and the city to determine the best plan for this site.” The distribution centre was moved to modern facilities operated by Cold Logic after Safeway’s contract with operator

Summit Logistics was not renewed last year. The site is designated as multi-family residential in Burnaby’s Of¿cial Community Plan, adopted in 1994, but is currently zoned industrial. The company says it will begin working with Burnaby city hall in the new year to conduct “comprehensive consultation with the community to explore options for the site.” wchow@burnabynewsleader.com

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Imagine going to a restaurant for a $5 steak dinner, but when you get there you discover being seated at a table will cost you ¿ve dollars, a surcharge of seven dollars for the plate and utensils and another four dollars for the server to take your order. Add on the tip and HST and suddenly your cheap meal has become an expensive night out. That’s exactly how Canada’s airlines have been allowed to operate for years. It’s a stroke of marketing genius; advertise only the base cost of the ticket but don’t reveal the full price of that ticket, including all its various surcharges, fees and taxes until the purchaser is ready to commit. That’s how we get airfares of $99 to London that end up sucking $1,200 out of our bank account. It’s disingenuous at best, deceptive at worst. And consumer advocates have been complaining about it for years. In fact, the federal government did do something about it, adding the “all-in-one” airfare advertising clause to the Canadian Transportation Act in June 2007. But effective lobbying by the airlines, which complained the new pricing policy would put them at a disadvantage to foreign airlines who could continue to advertise only their base fares on their own websites, has prevented its implementation for years. That’s about to change. European airlines have been required to advertise the complete cost of a ticket since 2008. In January, American airlines will also fall in line with all-in airfares. The competitive disadvantage argument no longer exists. So why will Canadian consumers have to wait another 12 months for a ¿ve-year-old law to ¿nally be enforced? While it’s likely only the most naive traveler believes they could actually travel to England for $99, forcing the airlines to be up front when advertising their fares will empower consumers to make the best choice for their travel spending.

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Premier Clark on her political year VICTORIA – I recently sat down with Premier Christy Clark for a year-end interview to talk about her eventful ¿rst year back in politics. Here are excerpts from that discussion: TF: People in general are a bit cynical about the treaty process. You could say that about Sophie Pierre [former Ktunaxa chief and chair of the independent B.C. Treaty Commission]. In her report this year she talked about the mounting debt from 20 years of negotiations and basically gave an ultimatum to ¿x it or shut it down. Do you see the commission continuing as it is, or do you see some changes ahead? PCC: We’re not planning any signi¿cant changes to it. We are starting to see, just now, the fruits of all the work from the ministry and from the government and from the treaty commission. And that’s all starting to move pretty quickly. The Taku River Tlinglit economic agreement [mining development and protected areas in the Atlin

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area], there are a number of these agreements that are starting to Àow out, and it’s been a long, slow, frustrating process. So now is the wrong time to walk away from the process, because there’s been 20 years of work invested in this, and we’re ¿nally starting to see the fruits of it. TF: A related subject is the proposed Enbridge Northern Gateway oil pipeline. There’s a lot of aboriginal opposition to that. The federal Natural Resources Minister, Joe Oliver, not too long ago called this a “nation building project.” It certainly ¿ts with your jobs strategy. Do you support the concept of the pipeline? PCC: First of all, we are

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foursquare behind the concept and soon to be reality of the lique¿ed natural gas pipelines, which would take B.C. gas and get it to the port at Kitimat. There is pretty much unanimous First Nations support along the way, community support, through the environmental approval process, it’s all working. The Enbridge proposal is far from that. Being able to get triple the price for Canadian oil would be a big bene¿t for Canada overall. But the project is one where we have to examine both the costs and bene¿ts. That’s why it’s in the environmental approval process. This is the ¿rst of its kind, so I think we have to get a good look at it, and once we have the facts before us, we can have a debate about whether it should go ahead.

on carbon as a source of energy. I don’t want to overstate that, though. The thing about the carbon tax is that it’s hard to know how much difference it’s made. But I think anecdotally we see that it has made some difference. We are in the process now of consulting with both the job creator community and citizens about where they’d like us to go next with the carbon tax. We have to keep in mind that the economy is fragile. But we want to remain a leader on the environment, which is where we are right now in North America.

TF: The carbon tax. Do you think it’s working, and will we see changes in the years to come?

••• The interview also touched on Clark’s efforts to ease the pain of getting rid of the HST, and other issues. You can ¿nd the full text on the Burnaby NewsLeader’s website by pointing to the News tab and clicking on B.C. News.

PCC: I think that it’s probably affecting people’s and businesses’ decisions about their reliance

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COMMENT Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s talk about who really beneďŹ ts

POST-SECONDARY STUDENTS NEED MORE HELP The Occupy Movement at SFU, and presumably at the other campuses, has touched upon an important issue regarding the state of our post-secondary education system. While Canadian post-secondary education is far cheaper than in many other jurisdictions, including the United States, there continues to be a cost barrier preventing otherwise qualiÂżed students from getting the education they need to climb the social ladder. One thing not noted is that while Canadians enjoy a lower base tuition, we lack many of the awards and grants the U.S. has which lower the cost of tuition to manageable rates. Student loans also continue to be a Âżnancial burden on students, as students in B.C. are burdened with the highest loan interest rates in the country. There are two very simple things the province can do right away to ease this Âżnancial pain. First, reduce the interest rate on student loans to the Canadian average or below. Asking

students to pay back more than they received when theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re least able to pay is cruel, and forces new graduates to take out other forms of debt to accomplish their repayment schedules. This would save hundreds of dollars per student. Second, create a system of student grants similar in style to the American Pell Grants. These grants provide eligible students with thousands of dollars that can be used towards their education that does not need to be paid back. Trevor Ritchie, Burnaby

BURNABY GREENS SAY THANKS I want to thank the 4,000-plus voters and volunteers that gave the Burnaby Municipal Greens their support in the civic election last month. Despite the fact your substantial support did not translate into any seats on council or school board, it sends a strong message that there is a desire for an effective, independent voice in government at all levels. Arguably, the presence of a third option kept voter participation from dropping below 20 percent. It is my belief that a signiÂżcant number of independent-minded voters made a trip to the polls emboldened by the opportunity to choose a party that is not unduly inĂ&#x20AC;uenced or Âżnanced by special interests. Your vote does count. Rick McGowan, Burnaby

PLEASE DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T TURN IT INTO A CIRCUS Re: BTA stages mall Mark-In (NewsLeader, Dec. 9) I have a lot of respect for teachers and the work they do. I also have a lot of respect for plumbers, carpenters, doctors, etc. I believe every worker, regardless of the nature of their profession, deserves a working agreement that provides them with fair wages and beneÂżts. Fair being the key word to remember and respect during the time of renegotiating a contract. Remember, if at the end of a negotiation there is a winner, there is also a loser. And that is simply wrong. That said, I am getting pretty irritated with teachersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; cries about the â&#x20AC;&#x153;endless extra hoursâ&#x20AC;? they work without pay. Taking in consideration the time off they get in the summer I believe the actual hours worked in a Âżscal

year average itself out. If you believe that your pay rate and/or beneÂżts do not reĂ&#x20AC;ect the type of work you do then you have the right to Âżght for it. But in the process, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t turn the whole thing into a circusâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;that will not gain you the sympathy of the public. Frank Di Cesare, Burnaby

TO SUCCEED, TEAM BURNABY NEEDS TO CLEAN HOUSE Looking over the proposals advanced by Team Burnaby for the 2014 civic election shows their one key element for any hope of making inroads was not considered. That component consists of a complete housecleaning. Preserving the partyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s established status quo behind a faĂ§ade of solidarity with basically non inĂ&#x20AC;uential civic parties and independent candidates is sheer foolishness. The only hope one could hold out for Team getting any presence on Burnabyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s council or school board might come through a move to proportional representation. Unfortunately for Team the voters have witnessed the partyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s constant inÂżghting and disgruntled characteristics to take a chance on supporting them via this type of voting system. Their past performances have been based on a single issue that advocates the overthrow of the BCAâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;just because. Ray Power states, â&#x20AC;&#x153;A signiÂżcant portion of our population has been left unrepresented on council and school board.â&#x20AC;? The reason for such a remark is a lack of any effectual opposition to oppose the business-approved city administration. In all likelihood there will not be a real major public hunger for an administration change in 2014. Despite the deniers, the BCA monopoly has been transparent in its administration duties and is proof the voters are pleased with the present progressive style of left-wing accomplishments. Brian J. Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Neill Burnaby

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The rise in people living in condominiums has led to a renewed interest in arti¿cial Christmas trees. That’s according to Paul Macpherson, manager of the gift and seasonal department at Gardenworks at Mandeville. A lot of people have mentioned that they’re restricted to arti¿cial trees because of strata rules and concerns about ¿re risk, he said. The most popular at Gardenworks has been the ¿ve-foot Àocked tree ($140) which is traditional green but looks like it’s been freshly snowed on. For convenience, pre-lit trees are also big sellers, with LED lights already attached to branches. The latest models now stay lit even if one bulb burns out. This year, the trendy look is bright colours. “Some people say, ‘I can’t have a real tree, so I’m going to have a funky tree,’” said Macpherson. By “funky,” he’s referring to trees coloured metallic white, chartreuse green, pink and purple, and even black, the latter “gives kind of a different look,” he said with some understatement. The Burnaby-based Evergrow Christmas Tree Co. has also expanded its offerings this year.

They’re already sold out of its main product, live trees which are picked up and planted after the holidays. But Evergrow, run by forestry graduates Sean Macalister and Jeff Ferguson, has also opened up a more traditional tree lot at 840 Sperling Ave. where it sells cut trees that are locally sourced in Chilliwack, as opposed to Washington state or Oregon that many tree lots use. It is also offering “no spray” cut trees grown without the use of pesticides. Macalister said Evergrow decided to offer cut trees in response to customers who wanted to keep their trees longer than three weeks, which is the longest period live trees can stay indoors without dying. The company will also take back the trees to mulch them for use in planting its live trees. Aunt Leah’s has also opened a Christmas tree lot at All Saints Anglican Church on Royal Oak Avenue and Watling Street. All proceeds go towards Aunt Leah’s Place programs to help prevent children in foster care from becoming homeless, and young mothers from losing custody of their children.

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Christmas traditions around the globe Families across the globe cherish their Christmas traditions. Customs may be unique to every family, but many countries boast their own unique traditions as well.

Australia Many Australians celebrate Christmas by coming together at night to sing carols outside. That’s not as chilly as it might sound, as Christmas in Australia actually falls during summer vacation. In fact, many of the country’s most popular Christmas traditions occur outside.

England Contrary to Australia, England’s weather around Christmastime is much colder. Many of England’s traditions resemble those popular in North America, including wrapping gifts, hanging stockings over the ¿replace and gathering around the Christmas tree. Kids in England write a letter with their wishes to Father Christmas, but unlike mailing those letters like many North American children do, English children toss their letters into a ¿re so their

Christmas wishes can go up the chimney.

France Christmas celebrations in France begin several weeks before December 25, but Christmas Eve is most special to many natives of France. On Christmas Eve, church bells ring as people sing noels, or carols. The following day, a feast is enjoyed upon returning home from church.

Germany In Germany, the weather is cold during the Christmas season, and in the weeks

leading up to Christmas families bake sweet bread, cakes with candied fruits and spicy cookies. Advent wreaths are popular in Germany and are purchased four Sundays before Christmas begins. The wreaths have places for four candles, and families light a candle on the wreath each Sunday.

Mexico Families in Mexico celebrate Christmas by decorating their homes with lilies or evergreens. Because the weather is warm, many families also cut designs into brown paper bags before inserting a candle and then setting the designs, called farolitos, along the sidewalk, on windowsills, on rooftops, and along outdoor walls. Many communities in the southwestern United States have adopted this tradition, which they often refer to as luminaria.

Sweden Christmas celebrations in Sweden begin on December 13, the day the country celebrates St. Lucia’s Day. Celebrations for St. Lucia, the patron saint of light, are intricate and involve the whole family. A couple of days before Christmas is when many families select their Christmas tree.

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5. Use bits of paper to make gift tags. 6. Employ origami and use leftover gift wrap as your paper of choice. 7. Line shelves or drawers with the paper to protect surfaces. 8. Make decoupage holiday decorations for next year. 9. Crumple up the paper and use it to stuff into tall boots so they keep their shape. 10. Trace the pattern of an envelope on the paper and cut out your own envelopes for little notes or holiday greetings for next year. 11. Buy a reusable coffee cup that enables you to change the insert. Use a piece of gift wrap to change the design. 12. Cover a holey bulletin board with a piece of gift wrap for a festive look. 13. Find out which types of paper can be collected by curbside recycling and wrap it up with your newspapers. 14. Add some wrapping paper that’s free of harmful dyes to your compost heap. 15. Use paper to line a bird cage. 16. Give paper to the kids to play with. Chances are they can come up with many other great ideas.

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Some origins of Christmas traditions Many Christmas traditions are older than some celebrants might think. The tradition of lighting up a Christmas tree, for example, dates back to the days before Christmas lights. Before electricpowered twinkle lights were invented and even before electricity was discovered, people used actual candles to adorn the Christmas tree. As one can imagine, having an open Àame next to a dried-out tree made for some fast ¿res. That’s why it was customary to keep a bucket of water next to the tree as well. As if ¿re wasn’t enough, the tinsel used to decorate trees was made from strips of silver and even lead — something that is now known to be a health hazard to adults and children alike. Although we’ve come a long way from candles and lead, trees that are overly dry paired with lights that have frayed wires can just as easily lead to ¿res. Plus, plastic tinsel can be a choking hazard for children and pets. One Christmas staple that has lost its status as a safety hazard is the poinsettia plant. Poinsettias are a tropical plant that have become a ¿xture during the Christmas season. It has long been thought that poinsettias are poisonous to people and animals. While there is some toxicity to the plant, it would require the ingestion of hundreds of leaves to get a toxic dose of a plant’s poison. Ingestion may simply cause a case of vomiting or diarrhea instead. But poinsettia leaves are said to have an unpleasant taste, so one bite and most children and animals will

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Every horse has its story Come for a ride on the Carousel this Christmas

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During the winter, birds and small animals that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hibernate may Âżnd it difÂżcult to forage for food. By trimming an outdoor pine tree in edible snacks youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have a beautiful tree and one that beneÂżts the wildlife as well. String peanuts and other nuts for the squirrels. Make ornaments out of suet and string for the birds. Berries and corn can be enjoyed by all. Be sure to choose a tree far enough away from the home, so you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have too many scavengers hunting and pecking around the house.

Make your own Advent calendar that has small doors that open up to photos of different family members. Or use a collection of childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s pictures that showcase how theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve changed as theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve grown older. 3. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Adoptâ&#x20AC;? a child for holiday gifts Each year you can bring a smile to a child in need by purchasing a present for an underprivileged kid. Some post ofÂżces sponsor â&#x20AC;&#x153;Letters from Santaâ&#x20AC;? events where participants can respond to one of the thousands of letters mailed to The North Pole. Or work with a local charity that organizes events to bring gifts to children in hospitals or in foster care.

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And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. 2 (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) 3 And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. 4 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) 5 To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. 6 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. 7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. 8 And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. 10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. 11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. 12 And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. 13 And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, 14 Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. 15 And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us. 16 And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger. 17 And when they had seen it, they made known abroad the saying which was told them concerning this child. 18 And all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds. 19 But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart. 20 And the shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things that they had heard and seen, as it was told unto them ]

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8. Banish the holiday blues When the holidays are set to go for another year, many people ¿nd they become a little down. After all, a home that was once ¿lled with merry trinkets

may now go back to the bare essentials. Create a tradition where everyone in the family receives one more gift -- a personalized ornament that can be packed away for use next year -- that’s given in January before the decorations are packed away. It’s another opportunity to open a present, and it symbolizes looking forward to the joy of next year.

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Suncrest parents rally in support of teachers Sparked by attempts to cut teacher salaries by 15 per cent during job action Wanda Chow wchow@burnabynewsleader.com

Parents at Suncrest elementary in southwest Burnaby held a rally in support of teachers last Friday afternoon. Janine Aussem, whose son is in Grade 2 at Suncrest, said about 20 parents and 20 children participated, waving placards in front of the school Dec. 16 just before school let out for the holidays. She said she decided to help organize the event after watching news coverage of the attempts by the BC Public School Employers’ Association (BCPSEA) to roll back teachers’ wages by 15 per

cent during the job action. The BC Labour Relations Board dismissed the application but BCPSEA has since ¿led an appeal of the ruling. The Suncrest parents simply wanted to show support to teachers during their job action, she said. “They’re looking at the issues in the classroom and standing up for those concerns that parents have about issues in the classroom.” Families have not been greatly affected by the job action so far, she said, noting teachers are making efforts to communicate with parents since they are not ¿lling out formal report cards. The school of about 185 students still held a Christmas concert but could not hold it at night which meant some working parents were unable to attend.

“At Suncrest they’ve been really trying to lessen any impacts that they can.” The timing of the rally was partly due to news that the employers’ association is trying to roll back wages right before Christmas and contract negotiations appear at a standstill. “In some ways we know teachers are not enjoying the job action, it’s not something they want to be doing,” she said, “and so right before Christmas it’s maybe nice to show them a bit of support.” Aussem said the parents hope people will undertake similar rallies at other schools. “Even if they don’t do it in a public forum that they contact their MLA or do something because without the support of parents I think this could really drag on for a long time.”

Charges laid in deaths of two teen girls Both attended Burnaby school for troubled youth A Richmond man has been charged in connection with the deaths of two teenaged girls who attended a school for troubled youth in Burnaby. Martin Tremblay has been charged with two counts of criminal negligence causing death, two counts of failing to provide the necessities and two counts of obstruction of justice. He appeared in Vancouver Provincial Court Dec. 15 to face the new charges which stem from the deaths of Kayla Lalonde and Martha Jackson Hernandez last year. On March 2, 2010 at around 12:40 a.m. Burnaby RCMP were called to the 4000-block of Rumble Street after two Good Samaritans driving by found Kayla Lalonde, a 16-year-old Vancouver resident, in medical distress. She did not survive. Later that same morning, at about 9 a.m., Richmond RCMP responded to a call of a youth being in medical distress at Tremblay’s home on Smith Crescent in Hamilton. The 17-year-old girl in that case, Martha Jackson Hernandez, also died. The two girls were friends and both attended Whytecliff Agile Learning Centre in Burnaby. They died after attending a house party in the East Richmond community of Hamilton. Toxicology results revealed the cause of death

for both girls was a lethal combination of alcohol and drugs. Since their deaths, a large team of police of¿cers, at times involving up to 60 Richmond RCMP investigators, has worked on the case in close cooperation with Vancouver Police Department (VPD), said Sgt. Peter Thiessen, spokesperson for the RCMP Lower Mainland District Regional Police Service, in a press release. “This was a challenging investigation, involving extensive forensic examinations, and the locating and interviewing of numerous witnesses,” said Thiessen. “In addition to the 60 Richmond investigators, about 40 other police of¿cers were involved from Burnaby RCMP, from various RCMP support units for the Lower Mainland and Province, and from the VPD. “The charges against Tremblay are in large part due to the cooperation of a number of courageous individuals and the exhaustive efforts of our investigative team,” he said. “We are one step closer to having some answers for the families of Martha and Kayla.” In September, the VPD announced seven charges against Tremblay related to sexual offences involving four girls ranging in age from 14 to 19 years old.

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Heritage Christmas: Experience the magic of an oldfashioned Christmas! The village and farmhouse are beautifully decorated in the 1920s style with lights and period ornaments. Cedar boughs and wreathes can be seen throughout the site. Look for scenes inspired by Hansel & Gretel, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, and Rudolph the RedNosed Reindeer. A special display, A Christmas Carol, by the Canadiana Costume Society will be in the Love Farmhouse. Leave time for a whirl on the CW Parker Carousel and a treat from the Ice Cream Parlour. When: Until Jan. 1 (closed Dec. 24 and 25). Where: Burnaby Village Museum and Carousel, 6501 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby. Cost: Gate admission is free, carousel $2.25 per ride. Info: 604-297-4565, ww.burnabyvillagemuseum.ca or bvm@burnaby.ca.

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Journey Home Thrift: Burnaby’s newest thrift shop directs 100 per cent of profits to serving local refugee families who have fled persecution in their homeland. Operated almost entirely by volunteers as part of the Journey Home Community. When: open Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Where: 7337 Edmonds St., just off Kingsway in Burnaby. To volunteer: Kendra@journeyhomecomunity.ca. Info: www.JourneyHomeCommunity.ca.

Treasure Room sale: The Arts Council of New Westminster 26th annual sale of work by Lower Mainland artisans including jewellery, raku, pottery, scarves, woven shawls, unique tree ornaments, Victorian inspired decorations and books by local authors. When: Until Dec. 23, 1-5 p.m., closed Mondays, or by appointment. Where: Centennial Lodge, Queen’s Park, New Westminster. Info: 604-525-3244 or artscouncilnewwest.org.

Christmas service: The United Churches in Burnaby invite you to a joint service of celebration. When: Christmas Day, 10:30 carol singing, 11 a.m. service. Where: West Burnaby United Church, 6050 Sussex Ave., near Metrotown. All are welcome!

Mrs. Bob Cratchit’s Wild Christmas Binge: Vagabond Players present Mrs. Bob Cratchit’s Wild Christmas Binge by Christopher Durang, a playful, giddy retelling of the Dickens Christmas classic, turned squarely on its head. When: runs to Jan. 7—8 p.m. Dec. 15-17, 21-23 28, Jan. 5-7; 2 p.m. matinees Dec 26 and Jan. 1. Where: Bernie Legge Theatre, behind the Arenex in Queen’s Park, New Westminster. Tickets: $13 to $15, cash only please. Reservations: 604-521-0412 or reservations@ vagabondplayers.ca. Info: 604- 521-0412 or www. vagabondplayers.ca.

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While it is not always the case, our lifestyle prospects are often autobiographical; in other words, if she comes from a ¿nancially comfortable family, she will be disappointed if this situation can’t be maintained. This, too, would apply to her “career-minded” ambitions for you. If either or While I am not in a position to offer what might both of her parents are professionals or successful be characterized as pre-marital counseling, I would entrepreneurs, for example, she almost certainly will say your question should alert you to a probable expect no less from you. tension once you are married. The good news is she has agreed Her expectations are apparently to marry you—based upon love, no based upon her vision as a future doubt—but the bad news is that she is wife—and mother perhaps—which now issuing some conditions which involves a certain lifestyle. She is you seem to ¿nd unacceptable. aware of your current salary and This would be the time to sit Simon Gibson believes it will not meet her material down with her and prepare a budget needs. employing a couple of scenarios. Her You don’t mention her own career aspirations dreams probably will conÀict with yours and it will but if she is currently making more than you, it be essential to identify them prior to being married. will almost certainly create strain, especially in Don’t wait until after you are married to discuss light of what she has mentioned. If she’s planning these signi¿cant issues. While there is bound to be to be a stay-at-home-mom, her realistic evaluation some anxiety, you should be candid with each other of the family budget requirements have led her to rather than pretending there is an agreement when it believe your income will be insuf¿cient to provide a has yet to be achieved. satisfactory home life. Simon Gibson is an experienced university professor, If there are “big ticket items” on her list—such marketing executive and corporate writer. as new home, vacations and an expensive car, for He has a PhD in education from SFU. instance—you may quickly come to the conclusion Submit questions to simon@of¿cepolitics101.com. that you are facing a signi¿cant conÀict, if you can’t see budgeting for them.

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ONGOING Burnaby International Folk Dancers: Learn folk dances from around the world in a friendly club environment. New dances taught every night, all levels welcome, no partner needed. Cost: $4 drop-in, first night free. When: every Tuesday, 7- 9:30 p.m. Where: Charles Rummel Centre, 3630 Lozells, Burnaby Info: 604-436-9475.

Fraser Health Crisis Line is recruiting volunteers to provide assistance to people in the region who are experiencing emotional distress. No previous experience needed as extensive training and ongoing support is provided. Next training starts Jan. 14, 2012. Info: www.options. bc.ca and follow the link for the Crisis Line.

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. 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 1-888-909-8282.

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: 604-297-4453. Drop-In English conversation class: Burnaby Multicultural Society offers a drop-in conversation class. Anyone welcome for socializing while practising English. Class accommodates all levels. When: Every Wednesday, 2:15-4:15 p.m., and Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10-12 p.m. Where: 6255 Nelson Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604-4314131, ext. 27 or 29.

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, 604-522-5647. Outdoor Ball Hockey Club: Like Ball hockey? Join our free group for game times. Find our club page listed under “clubs and organizations” at NewWestCommunityGuide. ca or direct at http://tinyurl. com/4xkx9v6. The Metro Va n c o u v e r Firefighters’ Band is now recruiting new members. We have provided musical support for countless parades, royal visits, and civic events since our inception in 1927 as the Vancouver Firemans Band. We encourage local musicians to join us for a great experience. When: Rehearsals Tuesdays 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Where: Burnaby North Secondary School Band Room. Info: 604-444-FIRE (3473). Seniors Sing-A-Long: The Cameron Seniors Recreation Centre’s Sunshine Sing-along 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.

Central Park Horseshoe Club: Come and play. Newcomers to the sport can learn from the club’s BC Championship title holders. Wednesday nights are fun nights beginning at 6 p.m. Players on site at 1 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Horseshoes are available. Info: Jim, 604-4359790.

604-439-5510. Burnaby Green Drinks: Green Drinks is a non-partisan social gathering for environmentallyminded folks that occurs in over 450 cities around the world. When: the second Tuesday of every month, at 6 p.m. Where: Great Bear Pub, 5665 Kingsway. Info: 604-433-8942 or info@ greatbearpub.com.

Social Dances: Come with a friend or on your own. Light refreshments and live music included. When: Tuesdays, 12-3 p.m. and Thursdays, 7:30-10:30 p.m. Where: Bonsor Recreation Complex, 6550 Bonsor Ave., Burnaby. Tickets: $5 members, $6 non members. Info: 604-4395510.

CLUBS & GROUPS Burnaby International Folk Dancers: Learn folk dances from around the world in a friendly club environment. New dances taught every night; all levels welcome, no partner needed. When: Every Tuesday, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Where: Charles Rummel Centre, 3630 Lozells, Burnaby. Cost: $4 drop-in, first night free. Info: 604-436-9475.

The Burnaby-New Westminster Newcomers and Friends Club welcomes women who are new to the area as well as longtime residents. Meet women of all ages and cultures to make new friends. When: Meets the second Wednesday of each month. Info: Lenore, 604-294-6913. Burnaby Historical Society meets the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Burnaby Village Museum. Visitors and new members are always welcome. Where: 6501 Deer Lake Ave., Burnaby.

Burnaby Writers’ Circle: Meets the first Wednesday of each month. When: 1:30 to 3 p.m. Where: Program Room 2, Confederation Seniors Centre, 4548 Albert St., Burnaby. Info: 604-905-5024.Tuesday and Thursday Dance: Dance the winter blues away at Bonsor 55+ dance programs. Cost is $5 for members and $6 for nonmembers. Each dance has a live band and light refreshments served. When: Tuesday dances run 12-3 p.m. and Thursday night dance goes 7:30-10:30 p.m. Where: Bonsor Recreation Complex, 6550 Bonsor Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604-439-5510.

Council of Senior Citizens Organizations: COSCO is an advocacy group devoted to improving the quality of life for all seniors. Seniors organizations w i s h i n g t o a f f i l i a t e, o r individuals wishing to become members, please contact Ernie Bayer at 604-576-9734. Info: www.coscobc.ca.

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:

Salsa Speakers Toastmasters: Develop your public speaking and leadership skills in a friendly s u p p o r t i v e e nv i r o n m e n t . Mondays 6:45 to 8:30 p.m, Rm. 117, Bldg. NE1, BCIT Campus, Willingdon and Canada Way. New members and guests are invited. Info: Adrian, 604-4351578 or arzator@yahoo.com

Rotary Club of Burnaby Deer Lake: Come to the Thursday breakfast meetings. When: 7:15 a.m. Where: Eagle Creek Restaurant, at Burnaby Mountain Golf Course, 7600 Halifax St. Info: www.rotaryburnabydeerlake. org, Janice, 604-420-0038.

Burnaby Rhododendron and Gardens Society meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of each month at the Discovery Room of Burnaby Village Museum. Info: Lindsey McCann at 604-439-1129 or e-mail info@brags. ca.

Burnaby Metrotown Rotary Club: A worldwide network of individuals dedicated to making a difference in local and global communities through service and fellowship. When: Meets every Wednesday, noon to 1:30 p.m. Where: Holiday Inn Express Metrotown. To be a guest, call Gloria 604-523-6268. Improve your public speaking at Toastmasters’ Telespeakers Club, held every Friday from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the Burnaby Room on the 6th floor of the Telus building, 3777 Kingsway, Burnaby. Info: www. telespeakers.com.

Burnaby Scottish Country Dance Club meets Mondays, 7:30-10 p.m. at the Edmonds Community Centre, 7282 Kingsway. New members welcome, neither experience nor partners required. Info: Susan at 604-451-1161, or Rosemary at 604298-6552.

COMMUNITY New Vista Society boutique: Come in and browse for bargains, good quality, gently-used clothing and collectibles at low prices. All money raised goes to enhance services for residents and tenants at New Vista. When: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Where: New Vista, 7559 Rosewood St., Burnaby.

Scandinavian Folk Dancing: The Scandinavian Dancers of Vancouver present relaxed and friendly folk dance evenings, open to all. When: Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m. Where: Scandinavian Community Centre, 6540 Thomas St., Burnaby. Dropin fee: $5. Info: 604-526-4722 or judithanderson@shaw.ca Square dancers wanted – Singles square dance club teaches modern square dance for fun, fitness and fellowship. Singles and couples welcomes. Burnaby Lake Pavilion. Info: 604-522-4270 or 604-937-3220.

Seniors Sunshine Sing-A-Long: Sing, dance, and socialize to your favourite popular oldies music with a live band every other Monday from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Cameron Seniors Recreation Centre, 9523 Cameron Street (behind Lougheed Town Centre). Info: 604-420-6478.

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EXPERIENCED PARTS PERSON required for progressive auto/industrial supplier. Hired applicant will receive top wages, full benefits and RRSP bonuses plus moving allowances. Our 26,000ft Store is located 2.5 hours N.E. of Edmonton, Alberta. See our community at LacLaBicheRegion.com. Send Resumes to: Sapphire Auto, Box 306, Lac La Biche, AB, T0A 2C0. Email: hr@sapphireinc.net

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DOG LOVERS! Enjoy a healthy, profitable career as a professional dog trainer. Government accredited program - student loans and grants. Ben Kersen & the Wonderdogs. www.wonderdogs.bc.ca/careers/ or 1-800-961-6616. INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR SCHOOL. Locations in Alberta & BC. Hands on real world training. Full sized equipment. Job placement assistance. Funding available. www.iheschool.com 1-866-399-3853 TRAIN TO BE AN Apartment/Condominium Manager at home! We have jobs across Canada. Thousands of graduates working. 31 years of success! Government certified. www.RMTI.ca or 1-800-6658339, 604-681-5456.

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HOME BASED BUSINESS We need serious and motivated people for expanding health & wellness industry. High speed internet and phone essential. Free online training. www.project4wellness.com

109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Advertising Sales Consultant The Award-Winning Outlook newspaper has an outstanding opportunity for a full-time sales person. The successful candidate must have the ability to build relationships with clients and offer superior customer service. The winning candidate will be a team player and will be called upon to grow an existing account list with an aggressive cold calling mandate. The ability to work in an extremely fast-paced environment with a positive attitude is a must. The candidate will have two years of sales experience, preferably in the advertising industry. The position offers a great work environment with a competitive salary, commission plan and strong benefits package. The Outlook is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest independent print media company with more than 170 community, daily and urban newspapers across Canada and the United States. Please submit your resume with cover letter by Friday, January 20, 2012. To: Publisher, The Outlook publisher@northshoreoutlook.com fax: 604 903-1001 #104 – 980 West 1st Street North Vancouver, BC V7P 3N4

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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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HUSBANDRY Specimen Trees Wholesale Nurseries Ltd., 18598 Advent Rd Pitt Meadows, BC is looking for Primary Nursery Workers to weed and prune container plants. Work is outdoors in all kinds of weather; 6 days a week; 8 hours a day. Starting March 1, 2012. Training provided. $9.56 per hour.

Please fax resume to: 604-465-8100 Ph: 604-465-7122 or email: inquiry@specimentrees.com

HELP WANTED MANUFACTURING & WAREHOUSING

$17.00/hr to work in Langley lubricants plant doing mfg., warehouse work & shipping/receiving. Must be capable of physical labour, computer usage, & be meticulous & reliable. Experience in manufacturing and warehousing preferred. A minimum of 5 years work experience with references req’d. We offer a longterm career with a financially successful co. + benefits + RRSP plan. Send resume to:

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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

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HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

Req’d F/T Dishwasher for 0902345 BC Ltd dba Bombay Beat Restaurant Sal: $12/hr Duties: Wash dishes, glassware, flatware, pots and pans using dishwasher or by hand; Place dishes in storage area; Clean Kitchen area. Basic English req’d. Punjabi an asset. Contact Paramjit @ E-mail: beatrestaurantltd@yahoo.ca Fax: 604-676-0625 Location: Burnaby.

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JOY Mgmt Inc, Requires F/T sales people for Seacret Cosmetics in Greater Vancouver Malls. Shift. $12.74Hr. Email: ran@joymgmt.ca

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CRUDE ENERGY SERVICES is an industrial contractor providing services to the oil and gas industry in Alberta, accepting resumes for Pipefitters, QA/QC Personnel, Foreman, Lead Hands, NCSO Safety Advisors, Pipefitting Apprentices, Welder Apprentices, Crane Operators, Welder Helpers, General Labour, Office Administrators. H2S Alive and CSTS are required. Fax 1-866-843-2118. Email: careers@crude-energy.ca www.crude-energy.ca

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SURVEYORS

Civil & Road Constructors Seeks Surveyors for project in Surrey. Must have own vehicle. Must know Total Station Fax resume to 604-507-4711 or Email: Paulo@wilco.ca www.wilcocivil.ca

GREENHOUSE WORKER Seasonal. Starts Feb. $9.56/hr, 40 hrs/week. Duties incl: transplanting, pot filling, some heavy lifting and bending. Outdoors. W.I.G. Greenhouse 6151 Thorne Ave, Burnaby. Fax resume to: 604-521-3178

Holbrook Dyson Logging Ltd Has vacancies in the following job: Heavy Duty Mechanic. Details can be seen at http://hdlogging.com/ Fax resume to 250-287-9259

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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 Loan and +. No Credit Refused. Fast, Easy, 100% Secure. 1-877776-1660.

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Chargehand Lead staff in the upkeep of our properties In addition to performing Pest Control/Heat Treatment Operator functions, you will use your organization and problem-solving skills to direct, train and assign work to a team of pest control program staff. You will also be responsible for liaising with groundskeepers, property portfolio managers, site staff and tenants as you conduct pre- and post-treatment inspections. Other functions of this role include recommending improvements, maintaining records and equipment and ensuring safety and deadline compliance. A high school graduate who’s experienced with the above, you also have intermediate MS Office skills and a Pesticide Applicator’s licence (or are willing to obtain one).

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LEMARE GROUP is seeking a certified heavy duty mechanic and an experienced off-highway logging truck driver for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time union wages. Send resume by fax to 250-956-4888 or by email to office@lemare.ca.

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With safety as a top priority, you will operate heat treatment and pest control equipment for the effective treatment of pest infestations on Commission properties. In addition to prepping areas or units for the application of heat treatment, you will be responsible for setting up, operating and remotely monitoring the equipment as well as recording data and performing safety checks. Grade 12, good organization and problem-solving skills along with basic MS Office proficiency are required. Share in the enthusiasm and rewards of being part of an organization that is challenging, encourages new ideas and supports personal growth.

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SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

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CARS - DOMESTIC

ALUMINUM BOAT WANTED, 10’, 12’ or 14’, with or without motor or trailer, will pay cash, 604-319-5720

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS 1997 MERCEDES E420, all options, mint, garage kept. 118,00 kms. $7200 obo. 604-805-4545. 2002 DODGE NEON R/T standard trans., white, sunroof, used eng., new timing belt & clutch. CD stacker $3295 obo. (604)826-0519 2003 VOLVO V40, S/W, Blue, loaded 155,000 kms. auto. new tires. $5500 firm. Phone 604-538-9257.

RECREATIONAL/SALE 2011 EAGLE CAP 950

DORIC MANOR 236 - 8th St.

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

www.dannyevans.ca

Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bdrm suites for rent. Includes heat / hot water and cable. Close to Massey Theatre, Douglas College, Royal City Mall.

Water filter, microwave, awning, AM/FM/CD stereo, dinette slide and more! $24,483 (Stk.30833) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

Phone: 604-522-9153

BURNABY

2011 EVER-LITE 35RL-DS

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

BURNABY. Beautiful 1 bdrm condo in very secure bldng, private basket & tennis courts, near Skytrain & Brentwood Mall, N/P. Avail immed or Jan 1st. $1050. 604-710-6516 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.

Call 604-421-1235 www.aptrentals.net BURNABY

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

Ext. shower, AM/FM/CD/DVD, power awning, power tongue jack, LCD tv, A/C. $34,483 (Stk.30968) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

PORT COQUITLAM

CEDARWAY APT Bright & Clean 1 & 2 Bdrms D/W, Heat and hot water included. Close to schools, shopping & public transportation.

Call 604-837-4589 www.aptrentals.net

751

SUITES, UPPER

COQUITLAM-Cape Horn: Vry clean 3Bdr, 2 bthrm, 2 garage. $1700/mo + 2/3 utils. NS. Avl. now. 604-9317276 or 778-378-7276.

752

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

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022 #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

Villa Del Mar 6630 Telford Ave.

AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673

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!

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

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 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. $760/m. 604-451-6676

BOATS

2009 CADILLAC DTS, black, grey leather, mint cond, 47K. Must sell! $25,000 obo. Call 604-805-4545.

NEW WESTMINSTER

APARTMENT/CONDO

MARINE 912

838

660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE

706

TRUCKS & VANS

2005 CHRYSLER SEBRING convertible, silver, 84 k’s. auto. Mags. $6795/obo. (604)826-0519

WE BUY HOMES Damaged House! Older House! Difficulty Selling! Behind on Payments! Need to Sell Now? NO FEES! NO RISK! QUICK CASH! Call us First! 604.657.9422

RENTALS

851

1994 Saab 900-S. 6cyl, 2.5 l engine. 4dr, sunroof, 5spd, green, like new. $1950. 604-541-0344 2000 Dodge diesel 2500 series 4x4 ext cab 133,000k. 8x10 custom alum deck $12,500. 604-839-5700. 2004 F350 LARIAT CREW CAB, 4X4, long box, 180K, full load $16,000 obo. 604-812-1278 2004 GRAND CARAVAN, 36,000 KMS, v6, loaded, seats 7, $7950 obo. 604-780-8404 2009 DODGE 150 HEMI PICK UP with canopy, rhino lined, loaded, 8000 original km’s, show room condition. 28,000 OBO. (604)613-3727 2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SEL, full stow-go, 43 Km, silver/blk int, mint, $15,000. (604)218-1658.

2000 FORD FOCUS, standard trans., blue, 4 dr. sedan, CD, Air Cared. $1995 obo (604)826-0519

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

627

AUTO FINANCING

DreamCatcher Auto Loans “0” Down, Bankruptcy OK Cash Back ! 15 min Approvals

TRANSPORTATION

2006 FORD FUSION, 4 dr, 39,000 kms, V6, all options, $7,950 obo. Phone 604-780-8404

CAN’T GET UP your stairs? Acorn Stairlifts can help! No obligation consultation. Comprehensive warranty. Can be installed in less than 1 hour. Call now 1-866-981-6591.

EDUCATION

THE

COMMUNITY COLLEGE S i n c e 1 9 0 3

Call 604- 521-3448

MISC. FOR SALE

Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

115

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....

Call (604) 931-2670

560

810

BURNABY

CHINESE SHARPEI PUPS MINI’S/TOYS-MALES -$1200.00 www.wrinklesrus.com 604-315-8774 CHOCOLATE LAB PUPS. Vet checked. 1st shots. Parents both registered. $550. 604-309-2390.

TRANSPORTATION

APARTMENT/CONDO

1 Bedrooms available near Lougheed Mall and transit. Rent includes heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Refs required.

604-787-5915, 604-291-7778

477

706

FURNITURE

• Twins • Fulls • Queens • Kings 100’s in stock! www.Direct Liquidation.ca (604)294-2331

GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES $550: Born Sept. 26th. 1 Male, 1 Female. 604-836-6861

Rooﬁng Experts. 778-230-5717 Repairs/Re-Roof/New Roofs. All work Gtd. Free Est. Call Frank.

Haul Anything...

FUEL

RENTALS

MATTRESSES staring at $99

A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv. Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping. Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports

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

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BUILDING SUPPLIES

548 374

PLUMBING

RUBBISH REMOVAL

518

STEEL BUILDINGS END OF SEASON DEALS! Overstock must go make an offer! FREE DELIVERY to most areas. CALL TO CHECK INVENTORY and FREE BROCHURE - 1-800-668-5111 ext. 170.

BEST FIREWOOD 32nd Season & 37,000 Cust Deliv. Fully Seas. Maple, Birch, Alder 604-582-7095

www.recycleitcanada.ca

(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

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

545

604.587.5865

3 rooms for $269, 2 coats any colour

356

477

On Time, As Promised, Service Guaranteed!

Running this ad for 7yrs

338

RUBBISH REMOVAL

PETS

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES 1999 CHEVY BLAZER, black, mags 2” lift 4x4, Air Cared, std. new clutch $4795 obo 604-826-0519 2000 BUICK LASABRE with heated seats, low km’s, H.U.D. Private. $6900/obo. 778-565-4230 2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, red, 160K, $8800 firm. Call 604-538-9257

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CHECK CLASSIFIEDS bcclassified.com 604-575-5555

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Notice is hereby given that creditors and others having claims against the estate of ESTATE OF RONALD ROBINSON otherwise known as RON ROBINSON, deceased, late of the George Derby Centre, 7550 Cumberland Street, in the City of Burnaby, province of British Columbia are hereby required to send particulars of their claims to the Executrix at the following address: c/o McQuarrie Hunter LLP, Barristers & Solicitors Attention: ALLISON M. CATHERWOOD #1500 – 13450 102nd Avenue Surrey, B.C. V3T 5X3 before the 24th day of January, 2012, after which date the Executrix will distribute the said estate among the parties entitled thereto, having regard only to claims of which the Executrix then has notice.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Notice is Hereby Given that creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Jacob Willem Breedyk, otherwise known as Jim Breedyk, formerly of 1801 - 1245 Quayside Drive, New Westminster, British Columbia, V3M 6J6, Deceased, who died on May 30, 2008, are hereby required to send the particulars thereof to the Executors, Ingrid Kanters and Laurens Elmendorp, care of Ingrid Kanters, 113 28 Richmond, Street, New Westminster, British Columbia, V3L 5P4, on or before the 10th day of January, 2012, after which date the estate’s assets will be distributed, having regard only to the claims that have been received.

A28 NewsLeader Wednesday, December 21, 2011

BOXING DAY

BLOWOUT!

2011 RANGER SPORT SUPERCAB Stk 119098

110 biweekly

$1O0M0E0MBER $3000

COSTC DISCOUNT

199 biweekly

With Sync and voice activated system

Stk 124447

21,599

2003 EXPLORER 4x4 Stk 2316482

$9,995

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A/c, auto

Stk2531567

$7,995

OFFERS! 2011 Nissan Sentra

Spoiler, alloys, auto, auto., ac, pw, pl Stk1111540

$14,195

2000 FORD FOCUS SE Power Group Stk 2004593

$4,995

Stk 2719421a

$22,995

AWD, luxury vehicle

Stk 1119461

$31,995

120 biweekly $

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2012 FOCUS SE SEDAN Convenience Group Stk 123049

110 biweekly

Q HUGE SELECTION OF USED VEHICLES Q MINIMUM $4000 ON YOUR TRADE§ FOR USED VEHICLE PURCHASE Q 500 AIR MILES WITH EVERY PURCHASE

2010 SENTRA

2006 NISSAN ALTIMA

$9,995

$11,995

Auto, a/c, power options

Stk 1099453

2007 FORD EDGE LIMITED 2011 FORD FLEX LIMITED 2010 FORD FUSION SEL Fully loaded, AWD

2011 FUSION SE Stk 113639

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2005 CHEVY BLAZER 4x4

Q LOW PAYMENTS SPECIAL Q LOWEST PRICES OF THE YEAR

ARGE

2012 ESCAPE XLT

2011 F150 SUPERCAB Stk 11600

Q EASY FINANCING

$8500

RECYCLE YOUR RIDE CASH REBATES WINTER SAFETY G NCIN FINAOAC PACKA AT NO EXTR GE A CH

AWD

Stk 1001296

$23,995

2007 JEEP COMPASS

Auto Stk 2694691

4x4 Stk 2799368

$13,995

2007 JEEP LIBERTY

2007 NISSAN XTERRA 4WD, auto, SE

Sport, 4x4 Stk 2799447

Stk 2796108

$16,995

$14,995

*Based selling price of $21,300 net of Ford incentives, $3,000 down payment, 0%, 60 mths, plus Doc Fee of $499 and taxes. **Based selling price of $32,870 net of ford incentives, $3,000 down payment, 0%, 60 mths, plus Doc Fee of $499 and taxes. ***Based selling price of $25,000 net of ford incentives, $6,900 down payment, 0%, 60 mths, plus Doc Fee of $499 and taxes. ****Based selling price of $20,000 net of ford incentives, $5,700 down payment, 0%, 60 mths, plus Doc Fee of $499 and taxes. ¥ Net of all incentives. § Off regular prices only.

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