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A 36-year-old Burnaby woman and her two young daughters, aged six and four, are dead after a two-vehicle crash on the Trans-Canada Highway Wednesday afternoon. RCMP and the B.C Coroners Service continue to investigate the collision, which happened at about 5:10 p.m. Dec. 21, on Highway 1 about six kilometres west of the Rogers Pass Summit. A 2003 Suzuki SUV was westbound on a straight stretch of roadway when for an unknown reason it crossed into the eastbound lane where it was struck by a commercial tractor trailer unit. “The impact of the collision was so severe that all three female occupants of the [SUV] were deceased immediately,” said Sgt. Mike Pears of the RCMP’s Trans Canada East Traf¿c Services in a press release. RCMP will not be releasing the names of those killed in the incident at the request of the family. The mother and her daughters were travelling from Calgary to their home in Burnaby. The driver of the tractor trailer is from the Lower Mainland and was not injured. The trucking company is based in Langley. Pears said in an interview from Golden that road

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conditions don’t appear to have been a factor. “The surface wasn’t bare and dry but it sure wasn’t ice covered either, or snow covered,” he said. “They were pretty good conditions for this time of year in this area.” Police are trying to determine why the woman’s vehicle veered into oncoming traf¿c. “Was this person tired? Were they distracted by something? ... We may never know that.” So far the only witnesses to speak to police are the truck driver and one other person, he said. “It is the holiday season and we’re going to see a spike in traf¿c here in the next day and a half,” said Pears. “I’m kind of hoping that everyone will just take their time and relax, get from point A to point B safely so whoever they’re spending the holiday season with can be joyous and not have to deal with an incident like this for family members. “This family’s got to deal with this tragedy for the next while and God only knows how long they’re going to have to deal with it, and that’s three people in one family, wow.” RCMP are asking that any witnesses to the collision who have not yet spoken to police to call the Trans Canada East Traf¿c Services Unit in Revelstoke at 250-837-5255.

VICTORIA – B.C. will likely get extra time to repay the $1.6 billion transition fund it accepted when it implemented the harmonized sales tax, federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty says. “It’s clear the money has to be repaid, and the government of British Columbia doesn’t question that,” Flaherty said at the end of a ¿nance ministers’ meeting in Victoria on Dec. 19. “Their view is that they’d like more time to repay it. It’s due at the end of March 2012. I had very good discussions with [B.C.] Finance Minister [Kevin] Falcon about that, and I’m hopeful that we’ll be able to come to an agreement very soon, which would give the province some additional time to pay the total amount.” Falcon had little to say about the discussions. “We’ve always been clear that we are going to

uphold our obligation under the agreement, and that’s to pay back the amount,” Falcon said. “And what we’re talking to Jim about is the terms of the agreement. Those conversations continue and I’m not going to negotiate that in public.” After B.C. voters rejected the HST in a referendum last summer, Falcon and Premier Christy Clark have discussed the terms of paying the money back. Clark con¿rmed last week that she had asked federal of¿cials to consider forgiving some of the money because the HST will have been in effect for more than two years by the time it is repealed. The B.C. government has booked the repayment as a cost on its books for this year and next, pushing the provincial de¿cit up substantially. Falcon has committed to balancing the province’s budget by 2013, when the next B.C. election is scheduled.

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Passings

RYAN NUGENT-HOPKINS is the NewsLeader’s Burnaby 2011 NEWSMAKER OF THE YEAR Grant Granger

Vancouver Canucks, Toronto Maple Leafs and Oilers head yan Nugent-Hopkins coach Pat Quinn, who dares had his high school to compare Nugent-Hopkins graduation party and to The Great One. his National Hockey League “He seems to see the ice coming-out party in 2011. like [Wayne] Gretzky did,” The Burnaby boy made Quinn told the Toronto Star. history in June when the “That’s unfair to compare Edmonton Oilers selected the him to Gretzky. But he has 18-year-old ¿rst overall, the beautiful vision. Puck’s highest any puck product from always around him. He the city has been picked. always seems to go to the Just a few months later he’s right spots.” become one of the biggest Those are lofty statements stories in the NHL this season. to live up to on the ice. But He’s a natural on the ice, the quiet kid who went to and a natural pick to be the Suncrest elementary and NewsLeader’s Newsmaker of Burnaby North secondary the Year for 2011. has been a star off the ice Before the season, many as well, as TSN analyst Ray NEWSLEADER FILE Ferraro, whose son played pundits predicted NugentBack when this photo was taken in May 2008, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins was a Burnaby Winter Club centre Hopkins would be returned to with Nugent-Hopkins at the chosen Àrst overall in the Western Hockey League’s bantam draft for the Red Deer Rebels. Three years later his junior team, the Red Deer Burnaby Winter Club and he was chosen Àrst overall again in another draft—this time the NHL’s, picked by the Edmonton Oilers. Rebels, after training camp with the Rebels, can attest to. because the teenager was too “As talented as Ryan is, slight to play in the NHL. They he’s just a fantastic kid,” said feared the boy couldn’t handle being talent and his readiness to play in and has been as high as ¿fth in the Ferraro on a network telecast earlier pushed around by men. the NHL before he had even reached league overall. this month. “The Oilers have drafted Nugent-Hopkins took the drinking age in his home province. “His intelligence is helping him themselves not only an extremely prognostications in stride exhibiting “It’s de¿nitely been a whirlwind, ¿nd ways to adapt to a different talented player, but a wonderful young little bravado in front of the cameras. but more for him,” said his mother level,” Oilers general manager Steve man. They’ve got a real building block Debbie Nugent. “It’s Tambellini told the Canadian Press in cornerstone for the next 10 years or overwhelming, it’s November. so.” surreal when I’m To put in perspective how blazing a The big question, though, this watching him play. start it has been for the rookie, in his Christmas season was what does a To put how blazing a start it has been for the “It’s all really mind¿rst 25 NHL games, Nugent-Hopkins mother get for a teenage son who rookie in perspective, in his Àrst 25 NHL games, boggling to me, I just scored 27 points, just one less than makes a base salary of $925,000 Nugent-Hopkins scored 27 points, just one less than superstar Sidney Crosby had in his Àrst 25. don’t really fathom it.” superstar Sidney Crosby had in his a year but can make as much as Her son has taken ¿rst 25. $3,375,000 if he hits all of his contract not only the Alberta He was named NHL rookie of the bonuses? Sure, he would say, his goal was to capital—where he’s affectionately month in October and November. “Tell me about it. I have not got a make the team out of training camp, known as RNH or Nuge—by storm, The only other player to do that in his clue,” said a stumped Nugent a week while acknowledging getting sent but he’s grabbed the attention of every rookie season was Pittsburgh’s Evgeni before Christmas. back was a possibility. hockey observer in North America in Malkin in 2006 and the Russian was “He doesn’t need any toys that’s for He just let his work on the ice do a big way. Until last week, Nugent20 years old at the time. sure.” his talking for him and it spoke, in Hopkins had been the Oilers’ top Nugent-Hopkins has impressed ggranger@burnabynewsleader.com decibel-busting volumes, about his scorer since the start of the season, even the old guard like former ggranger@burnabynewsleader.com

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LOOKING BACK/LOOKING AHEAD: BOOMING DEVELOPMENT

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It may seem that Metrotown and Brentwood town centres are experiencing a spike in developments, but the construction activity is actually spread throughout the city, says Burnaby’s director of planning Basil Luksun. In fact, over the past ¿ve years, Metrotown isn’t even in the top two in any of the density categories, he said. For low-density projects, the Royal Oak and Edmonds neighbourhoods have been leading the way, for low-rise multi-family development, it’s Brentwood and Royal Oak, and in the high-density highrise category, it’s Brentwood and Edmonds. But in 2011, Metrotown and Brentwood have certainly garnered their share of headlines. In Metrotown, there are just over 1,500 housing units under construction right now, with another 1,100 units still going through the city’s rezoning approval process. Over in Brentwood, about 480 units are under construction, with another 1,300 units at the approval stage. Appia Developments’ project on the southwest corner of Lougheed Highway and Willingdon Avenue, dubbed Solo, is a major project that will be phased in, likely built over 10 years depending on market conditions, Luksun said. Brentwood Town Centre is also getting set for a major makeover with recently released promotional materials for the mall indicating the possibility of six residential towers being added to the 28-acre site ranging in height from 30 to 60 storeys, as well as of¿ces and additional retail spaces. Luksun noted that, contrary to a recent NewsLeader story, the property owner, Shape Properties, has not yet submitted a master concept plan to city hall for approval. The planning department is working with the company but a public hearing isn’t likely to take place on the project until the middle of 2012. Once the concept plan is approved, the company would have to apply for rezonings for each phase of the project. Burnaby city hall has long had plans in place for the Lougheed corridor even before the Millennium SkyTrain line was built, he said. It had planned to add density there back when light-rail was still being considered as it had always envisioned a transit

station at Brentwood. Spurring development in the area is the moving of car dealerships that used to call Lougheed home. Morrey Nissan has moved to new digs off Willingdon and Still Creek, while the Toyota dealership will move nearby into an auto mall under development. The Carter GM dealership site on the eastern side of Willingdon is also designated for future development but city hall has yet to receive a proposal for that property, Luksun said. Over in the Metrotown area, a major redevelopment of Station Square Mall is going through the approval process with a plan that includes ¿ve towers ranging from 35 to 57 storeys each. The ¿rst phase being proposed is for of¿ces and housing along the Kingsway frontage. The developers hope to start construction in 2012 with the entire phased project expected to take about 10 years to complete. Bosa Properties’ Sovereign, currently under construction at the northeast corner of Willingdon and Kingsway, will be 500 feet tall, with a 169-room hotel topped by 202 units of condominiums. It sold out in six hours last February. Polygon’s 37-storey Chancellor highrise, next to Bonsor Recreation Centre, also sold out quickly and is under construction, with a 35-storey tower by Concord Paci¿c Holdings Ltd. set for a site kitty-corner, on the other side of Nelson Avenue. New condo towers are also earmarked for sites on Beresford Street at Dow and Telford avenues. Metrotower III, the third of¿ce tower in the complex adjacent to Metropolis at Metrotown mall, recently announced it will restart construction in January after work was halted due to the effects of the 2008 economic downturn. Luksun said city hall will be working with TransLink in the new year on a redesign for the Metrotown SkyTrain station to better integrate it with the surrounding area and the planned redevelopment projects. As it is for the rest of the city, redevelopment is moving ahead according to plans that have been in place for many years. “Council is very consistent in its application of policies and plans,” he said. “It makes the rules and guidelines for the development community quite clear.”

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LOOKING BACK/LOOKING AHEAD: CENTRAL VALLEY

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Burnaby’s Central Valley is already a mecca of sorts for local sports facilities, and it’s set to develop even more in the coming years. Currently it’s home to Burnaby Lake Sports Complex West with its arti¿cial turf ¿elds and ¿eld house, Bill Copeland and Burnaby Lake arenas, C.G. Brown Pool, grass ¿elds at Burnaby Lake Sports Complex East, tennis courts, an archery range and the entrance to the trail network of Burnaby Lake Regional Park, the rowing pavilion and dock—all on city-owned property. Then there’s the privately-owned 8-Rinks facility and the Multisport Centre of Excellence, the latter which recently resumed construction after being put on hold due to the 2008 global economic downturn. Of eight acres designated for private sports facilities, Burnaby city hall sold six acres north of Sprott Street along Kensington Avenue to developers of the Multisport Centre, said Burnaby parks and recreation director Dave Ellenwood. The remaining two acres closest to Sprott are still owned by the city.

CHOICEquotes Dave Ellenwood, Burnaby parks director “His Highness really wants to be hands on with this. He’s got a lot on his plate.”

“One proposal is for it to become a hotel if the right proposal came along,” he said, noting the potential for sports tourism in the area. On the drawing board at the moment is a new park to be built on 13 acres of city land south of Sprott, adjacent to the Scandinavian Centre and the Ismaili Jamatkhana. The city announced in late 2008 that the Aga Khan Development Network will fund, design and build the park to mark the 50th anniversary of the Aga Khan becoming the Imam of the Shia Ismaili Muslims. The Aga Khan has a strong connection with Burnaby since it was chosen as the home to the ¿rst Shia Muslim settlement in Canada over 35 years ago and is the location of the award-winning Ismaili Jamatkhana and Centre on Canada Way, the ¿rst such purpose-built building in the country. “His Highness really wants to be hands on with this,” said Ellenwood of the continuing design

process, adding with a laugh, “He’s got a lot on his plate.” The plan is for a nature park with space for families, leisure activities and peaceful places for contemplation, he said. It’s expected the design plans will be submitted to the city sometime in 2012. Ellenwood noted that concerns were raised about freeway traf¿c noise at a workshop on the project. It was pointed out that the Aga Khan developed a park in Toronto “right next to the Don Valley Parkway, probably the busiest roadway in all of Canada, and they managed to pull that one off.” As for the future of other sports facilities in the area, the property north of Joe Sakic Way and west of Kensington will eventually become a recreation amenity, possibly baseball diamonds. An updated concept plan needs to be prepared, he said. In the meantime, the land was the recipient of the sediment removed from Burnaby Lake during the recent dredging project, so it will take at least a couple of years for it to settle before any construction can take place. A longer-term project is the future replacement of C.G. Brown Pool, which is more than 40 years old. Once the new Edmonds pool and community centre is completed, planning work will begin on C.G. Brown, with construction likely to take place over the next 10 years, Ellenwood said, noting city hall will be looking into whether it’s more ef¿cient to do the pool and adjacent Burnaby Lake Arena at the same time. Replacement of the rowing pavilion, built in the 1970s, will also be looked at, since the dredging project has led to increased use of the lake and facility. As for 2012, the Vancouver Whitecaps soccer club is expected to make a decision in the near future about its new training facility for which a Central Valley site is on its shortlist. Burnaby city hall plans to replace the carpet at one of its arti¿cial turf ¿elds at Burnaby Lake Sports Complex West, said Ellenwood, noting it was built over 15 years ago and the warranty ran out after eight years. It will only cost about one-third the price of a new ¿eld since drainage, lights and other elements are already in place. And after much delay, it’s hoped the Multisport Centre of Excellence, a $54-million athlete development centre, will be completed by the end of 2012. wchow@burnabynewsleader.com

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Paper report cards could become a thing of the past and the teachers’ job action is showing us how. While many people still cling to the idea of children bringing home a piece of paper with grades and comments at the end of term, it may be time to take another look at this standardized approach. For generations, the industrialstyle education system has been ¿xated on producing graduates like widgets and report cards have mirrored this model with an overly simplistic analysis of students’ strengths and weaknesses. What educators now know — and B.C.’s new personalized learning agenda aims to address, at least in principle — is that students have different learning styles and require assessments that are measurable, Àexible, adaptable and motivating. Students need a plan that more closely reÀects their learning styles, interests and goals. So far, the province has done a poor job in de¿ning personalized learning and conveying exactly what and how it will change B.C.’s education system — and under the current model of labour relations in education, it’s hard to know how this will be achieved. Still, the teachers’ contract dispute has shown there are many ways to assess and report on student learning. Teachers are communicating with parents and students by email and phone, posting information online, sending home records of individual assignments and outlining speci¿c problems that need to be addressed. What’s more, parents are being encouraged to seek out information about their child’s learning. There may be some gaps if parents don’t know how or are unable to communicate with their child’s teacher. In this event, it would have to be up to teachers to reach out. There will always be a need for some standardized assessment and recording, especially for those headed for university, but a piece of paper at the end of term is not now and never has been a fully meaningful record of success for all students. -Black Press

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t’s time for the inaugural BADies, Burnaby Awards of Distinction. Despite the acronym, they don’t just recognize the foibles, Àops and failures, but also the achievements, accomplishments and actions of Burnaby newsmakers. After all, there has to be some goodies with the BADies. The 2011 most meteoric rise award, in both the sports and overall categories, goes to Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, also the Burnaby NewsLeader’s Newsmaker of the Year. A year ago, he was considered a good NHL prospect. By the time the entry draft rolled around the 18-year-old was the best prospect coming out of junior. Now he’s the best prospect hockey has seen since Sidney Crosby. The BADie for the most meteoric rise, in the category of a Burnabyite already in an upper stratosphere, goes to crooner Michael Bublé. His Christmas album and ¿rst American television special on NBC have taken his global popularity to an even higher level. On top of that, he

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got married on two continents to a stunning South American superstar, and he got to skate with the Vancouver Canucks. It doesn’t get any better than that. Burnaby-Lougheed MLA Harry Bloy wins two awards for distinguishing himself in 2011. One is for the most meteoric rise—provincial politics category. However, the second BADie is for the most precipitous fall from grace. When Gordon Campbell read the HST tea leaves and resigned, Bloy stumbled into some fortune he hadn’t experienced since being elected in 2001. Then he bumbled his way out of it. While other BC Liberal MLAs backed caucus colleagues for the party leadership, Bloy happened to be the only one to throw his support behind the outsider, Christy

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Clark, originally a South Burnaby product. Naturally after her victory, Clark rewarded Bloy’s loyalty by naming him Minister of Social Development in her ¿rst cabinet shufÀe. His debut press conference that day was a microphone meltdown of epic proportions. After that, his ministry communications staff hid him from the press. Bloy never recovered from that performance. After just six months on the job, Clark was forced to strip him of the title, although she did keep him in a junior multiculturalism portfolio. Conversely, ¿rst-term BurnabyDeer Lake MLA Kathy Corrigan takes the meteoric rise—steady-asshe-goes BADie. She consolidated herself as a rising star in the NDP ranks in 2011 using her position as NDP public safety critic to score points for the party in the legislature and in the media. There was no meteoric rise for her hubby, Mayor Derek Corrigan. He’s already at the top of the heap in Burnaby. But he does get a keep-

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your-foot-on-their-throat-whenyou’ve-got-them-down BADie for leading the Burnaby Citizens’ Association to its unprecedented second clean sweep. The BCA dominates by simply being the monitors of an ef¿ciently run city and school system. Team Burnaby gets the betterluck-next-time award. They are a repeat winner having captured the title in 2002, 2005 and 2008. The most meteoric rise— construction category goes to all those developers in the city who are building, or plan to build, high rises to the sky. There are a handful already underway in the Metrotown area that will soar into the mid-40s storey-wise. Late in the year came word of a 60-storey high rise planned for Brentwood, the second highest structure in British Columbia. Look out Vancouver, here comes Burnaby. Grant Granger is a NewsLeader reporter who makes the (ahem) bold prediction that Burnaby will have more goodies than baddies in 2012

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Burnaby must oppose pipeline expansion It is with deep sadness that I read Kinder Morgan Canada president Ian Anderson talk of their intentions to expand the oil industry in Burnaby. My fear is that any increase in oil production translates into more pollution of our planet and subsequently more global warming. My heart breaks when I think that my children and grandchildren may not live to see a clean earth. Burnaby has ongoing issues with the oil industry. Indeed, I lump the companies all together, since I have seen very little accountability from all. For example, Chevron has leaking storage issues still unresolved. Also, I’d be curious to know how the neighbours feel who lost their homes when Kinder Morgan oil rained on their community a few short years ago. Recently, oil appeared in the water on the North Shore for which no oil company has claimed responsibility. How come private homeowners must pay for removal of small oil storage tanks from their yards, yet big corporations like

yours will not take responsibility for massive oil spillages? How many more warnings is Mother Earth going to give us before she gets too sick to sustain life anymore? Is there anyone in the oil industry with a conscience or a desire to clean up our planet and reverse global warming? Anyone? If we know what is good for the planet we will keep saying no to Kinder Morgan’s planned expansion. E. Harrison Burnaby

NEW FORMULA NEEDED It is being proposed that councillors give themselves a raise of at least 16.5 per cent as the rest of us face the reality of post holiday credit card bills and increasing utility rates. A report tabled on Dec. 12 by the Council Indemnity Advisory Committee recommends Burnaby’s councillor indemnities be calculated at 45 per cent of the mayor’s. On July 25 of this year the mayor’s total indemnity was

set at $117,532 and councillors at $45,368. Under the proposed new formula a councillor in 2011 would have received $52,889. Even if the mayor didn’t get an additional dime more in 2012, under the proposed formula councillors will get a 16.5 per cent raise this year! In fairness to the council, their salaries have been losing ground compared to other municipalities. Larger jurisdictions like Vancouver and Surrey pay a bit more, and even smaller communities, while paying their mayors less are paying their councillors more. It could be argued other municipalities are overpaying their mayors and councils. If that is the case, it is arrogant to suggest we have to follow their folly. Currently, Mr Corrigan is getting a little more than the average of the other ¿ve municipalities surveyed and the 45 per cent formula, albeit a monumental correction, will put Burnaby’s councillors a bit above the councillor average. Arguably, as a city grows, there are economies of scale that will be achieved that bene¿t the taxpayer.

In Vancouver, the cost per person of Mr. Robertson’s salary is roughly 22 cents per person. In Delta, the cost of its mayor works out to slightly more than a dollar per person. With a population estimated at roughly 227,000, Burnaby residents pay about 51 cents each for Mr. Corrigan. Whether this is fair is something residents should decide. What is clear is the process of salary determination is out of touch with the economic realities the majority of working people face. Three people, handpicked by council, a banker, an upscale hotel manager and a business leader, look at how much mayors and councils are receiving from the public trough and make a recommendation for the year. Understandably, council usually accepts the generous recommendations of the committee, and votes on what their salary will be that year. Taxpayers deserve a more democratic and less arbitrary process. The Municipal Greens have argued for the adoption of a living

wage policy in Burnaby that would see staff contracted by the city, are paid a locally calculated living wage. The calculated living wage in Greater Vancouver is currently $18.81 per hour or $34,234 a year. Given the time commitment, responsibilities and skill set of politicians, the Greens believe paying the mayor three times the living wage is reasonable and fair. Under such a formula the mayor would receive $102,702 which is in the range of other mayoral salaries and a cost of 45 cents per resident. If councillors were to receive 45 per cent, as is proposed, they would get $46,216—a raise of 1.86 per cent. A calculation based on the living wage addresses the issue of the high cost of living in the Lower Mainland and recognizes that the reward for public service ought to be an intrinsic one. Using the living wage as the basis for politicians’ salaries is much fairer to the taxpayer, and would demonstrate ¿scal leadership desperately lacking in the region. Rick McGowan Burnaby Municipal Green Party

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The Burnaby school board adopted its antihomophobic bullying policy in June following a process dogged by controversy. The policy aims to provide support to and reduce bullying of students who identify themselves as “lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual, Two-Spirit, queer” (LGBTQ). It became the 13th school district in British Columbia to develop such a policy, hardly breaking new ground. Despite that, a group dubbed Parents’ Voice formed in opposition, citing a lack of consultation on the policy proposal, questioning why existing anti-bullying policies weren’t adequate to deal with the issue, and raising fears it would promote homosexuality, a claim the policy’s supporters called unfounded. Spurred on by LGBTQ students past and present who explained the need for such a policy, the school board pressed ahead, clarifying parts of the proposed policy in response to public input before approving it in late June. Members of Parents’ Voice formed its own civic party, running ¿ve candidates for school trustee in November’s election but failing to win a seat. Meanwhile, the incumbent Burnaby Citizens’ Association claimed the vocal opposition to Policy 5.45 served to galvanize support for its candidates as it rolled to its second straight election sweep in November. Implementation of the policy has begun, with one aspect being delayed due to job action, according to district superintendent Claudio Morelli.

An advisory committee on the policy has been created comprised of all the district partners, which includes students, teachers and school board representatives. It’s supposed to meet four times each school year but teacher job action has led to all advisory committees at the district being postponed, Morelli said. “We haven’t ¿gured it out yet but [the committee] is struck and ready to go,” he said, referring to how it will meet.

CHOICEquotes Claudio Morelli, district superintendent We continue to support parents with concerns. We’re working with these parents.

There is no new curriculum to support the policy and “there never was going to be,” he stressed. The district will be highlighting to staff relevant parts of the education ministry’s existing resource guide dealing with diversity. The district is raising awareness among its staff about procedures in ensuring safe and welcoming environments, and continues to support anti-bullying initiatives with a focus on anti-homophobic bullying such as the annual Pink Shirt Day. The focus of implementation efforts is to make sure LGBTQ youth “feel safe and welcomed in schools.” As for those parents opposed to the policy, “we continue to support parents with concerns,” Morelli said. “We’re working with these parents.”

OFFICEpolitics101 TAKE NOTICE THAT the City Council proposes to adopt Bylaw No. 13033 cited as “Burnaby Highway Closure Bylaw No. 7, 2011” pursuant to Section 40 of the Community Charter. The purpose of the proposed bylaw is to close and remove the dedication of certain portions of highway – closure of lane allowance between 6566 – 6594 Nelson Avenue and 6565 – 6593 Dunblane Avenue (all that portion of road in Block 28, District Lot 152, Group 1, New Westminster District, dedicated by Plan 8063 containing 371.6m²) shown outlined and described as Parcel 1 on Reference Plan prepared by Jesse Morin, B.C.L.S. It is proposed to place this bylaw before City Council for consideration of Final Adoption at the regular Council Meeting scheduled for 2012 January 23. The proposed Bylaw and Plan may be inspected at the ofﬁce of the City Clerk, 4949 Canada Way, Burnaby, British Columbia, on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays between 8:00 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. and Thursdays between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Anyone who considers themselves affected by the proposed bylaw is provided an opportunity to be heard or to present written submissions respecting the bylaw to Burnaby City Council by submitting a letter addressed to: Mayor and Council, 4949 Canada Way, Burnaby, B.C. V5G 1M2. All submissions must be received by the City Clerk no later than Noon, Wednesday, 2012 January 18. Anne Skipsey ACTING CITY CLERK Burnaby City Hall 4949 Canada Way Burnaby, BC V5G 1M2

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Mediocre is just another word for average: You probably believe he is, in fact, below average which is cause for some concern especially if his performance has been declining. In any case, the current situation may not be entirely his fault. You say he seems to be doing the minimum but you aren’t sure. I would presume he has a job description: why aren’t you using it to assess his work? It is important to realize that if you haven’t identi¿ed any problems that he may believe you are satis¿ed. While he might not have a strong work ethic, he presumably is completing assigned tasks to some extent or else your department would be failing to serve the needs of the company. Notwithstanding your current frustration, you may wish to wait until his next scheduled evaluation. If evaluations are required, but his has past, you are in a somewhat awkward position. In fact, most

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committee, “Burnaby’s mayor consistently ranked third in the peer group using this method of calculation for all of the ¿ve [previous] years.” The committee also recommended that Burnaby Wanda Chow councillors have their salaries set at 45 per cent of wchow@burnabynewsleader.com the mayor’s salary, as they would have consistently Burnaby council has approved a new formula ranked third in the region over the past ¿ve years if to calculate its annual salaries after a review by a that had been done, using the new formula for the council indemnity advisory committee comprised of mayor’s salary. local citizens. The new formula will take effect Jan. 1 and Since 1992, council salaries have been calculated become policy for every year in future unless using a formula that amended at an open includes the average council meeting. of the Consumer Price Council also adopted Index Increase for Metro Vancouver’s Council indemnity advisory committee Vancouver, the B.C. policy for air travel, in Burnaby’s mayor consistently ranked third in average weekly wage the peer group using this method of calculation light of the increase in increase and the wage councillors travelling for all of the Àve [previous] years. increase for Canadian to sister cities overseas. Union of Public While they will normally Employees, local 23, which represents Burnaby Ày economy class, when a direct Àight exceeds civic workers. nine hours, they’ll be allowed to choose between But the advisory committee found that when economy or business class, or to travel economy the formula was applied from 2006 to 2010, but arrive a day before the meetings and events for Burnaby council salaries consistently ranked below which they’re travelling. the median of the ¿ve cities in its peer group— As recommended by the committee, an annual Vancouver, Surrey, Richmond, Coquitlam and Delta. council salaries bylaw will no longer be prepared as It has now devised a formula based on the median it’s no longer required by the Community Charter. of those cities’ mayors’ salaries. The three indices Instead, the salaries will be managed through Burnaby has been using, plus a fourth indicator, the establishing policy and be administered by the city’s Burnaby ¿re¿ghters salary increase, are then applied director of ¿nance. to that ¿gure. All such payments will be published annually, the According to a report from the advisory report said.

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Critics say email shows salmon inspectors’ bias Inquiry ends with fresh controversy over virus tests

manager of disease control contingency planning at the CFIA, said staff can get “a little bit exuberant” in internal emails. “I really can’t speak to what he was thinking,” she said under crossexamination. “My read is there is not a particular viewpoint that we’re following,” Klotins told the commission. “The point of surveillance is to ¿nd out if if is there or is not there.” Dr. Stephen Stephen, the director of DFO’s Biotechnology and Aquatic Animal Health Sciences Branch, also rejected suggestions federal employees pre-judged this fall’s ISA investigation. “We’re not about disproving anything,” he said. “We’re about proving the facts.” He and other federal panelists defended CFIA’s recent determination that re-testing failed to con¿rm any presence of ISA in several wild salmon collected separately by SFU professor Rick Routledge and independent biologist Alexandra Morton. Stephen said the need for accuracy in announcing disease ¿ndings is critical, because of potential major impacts to international and domestic trade, as well as ¿shermen, ¿sh farmers and First Nations. Some of the scientists who conducted the lab tests for Routledge and Morton that delivered the initial positive results testi¿ed they felt attacked or intimidated by CFIA

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Federal of¿cials in charge of ¿sh disease testing are denying they deliberately set out to quash claims that a dangerous salmon virus was detected this fall in wild Paci¿c stocks. The Cohen Commission into the decline of Fraser River sockeye salmon heard new evidence Friday that critics say suggests federal agencies were willing to suppress the truth about risks to salmon to protect industry and trade. One email entered in evidence came from a B.C. manager of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), which swiftly investigated alleged ¿ndings of Infectious Salmon Anaemia (ISA) virus and then refuted those reports. Joseph Beres wrote to CFIA colleagues Nov. 9 to praise their “very successful performance” in brie¿ng the media on their initial ¿ndings refuting the independent tests. “It is clear that we are turning the PR tide to our favour,” Beres said in the email. “One battle is won, now we have to nail the surveillance piece, and we will win the war also.” Dr. Kim Klotins, the acting national

during the follow-up investigation. Ottawa was mainly interested in ¿nding faults with their methodology, they said. CFIA witnesses said they sought to determine if the samples had been crosscontaminated with the virus in the lab or if other handling procedures led to an erroneous result. DFO researcher Kristi Miller also told the inquiry in its ¿nal days that the ISA virus or something very similar may have been present in wild B.C. salmon for up to 25 years. The CFIA has promised systematic salmon sampling to test for ISA in B.C. waters starting next year. The latest testimony came in the ¿nal days of the inquiry, which wrapped up hearings Dec. 19. A ¿nal report and recommendations are due by next June. Craig Orr, executive director of the Watershed Watch Salmon Society, said he believes ISA is present in B.C. on the basis of the initial tests, although he said it’s unclear what threat, if any, the virus – which has ravaged farmed salmon elsewhere in the world – actually poses to wild salmon. “The bigger question is what is government doing to protect our interests as opposed to protecting very narrow interests like salmon farming and international,” Orr said in an interview.

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New Year’s Eve rock: Burnaby classic rock band Rainshadow will be the New Year’s Eve entertainment at the Marine Pub. There will be no cover charge. Champagne and party favours at midnight. When: Dec. 31, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Where: 5820 Marine Drive (at Gilley). Info: www.marinepub. ca or 604-435-2245.

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Diane Gillis of Kingsway Imperial Neighbourhood Association and Burnaby RCMP OfÀcer in Charge Dave Critchley show off the 2011 KINA Community Garland, which the local RCMP contributed to. The garland was created by KINA as a way to encourage residents and community groups to share their thoughts about what makes a community.

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Safeway celebrates the ofÀcial opening of its new New Westminster SkyTrain Station store on Thursday, Dec. 8, with Safeway staff joined by local politicians. Burnaby-based G&F Financial Group raised $64,006 in support of the United Way of Lower Mainland from its Annual Employee Contribution Campaign. From left to right: Vince Fiamengo (Chair and President, G&F Financial Group Board of Directors), Heather Kerklaan (United Way Representative), Mahin Rashid (United Way Resource Development Specialist), Andrew Solnordal (Regional Vice President and G&F Campaign Organizer), Jeff Shewfelt (G&F Co-CEO), Bill Kiss (G&F Co-CEO).

RBC Foundation has continued its support of Burnaby-based Neil Squire Society’s EmployAbility Program for the fourth consecutive year by contributing $20,000. The program provides employment skills enhancement within a Áexible, self-paced, and supportive environment.

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LIVE-IN CAREGIVER: Burnaby, BC based employer is looking for one live-in caregiver for an elderly person. Terms of employment: Fulltime & live-in. Wages $11.50/hour, 40 hours/week. Completion of high school is must. Minimum of 1 year of experience is required. Private accommodation, work location is employers home. Knowledge of English is must. Knowledge of Punjabi will be an asset. Responsibilities include supervise and care for elderly person at his residence. Plan, prepare and serve meals. May perform other housekeeping duties. Required to keep records of daily activities & health information. CONTACT: David Singh Mangat, phone: 604-437-6856

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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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MEDICAL/DENTAL

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

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HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

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142 OFFICE SUPPORT/CLERKS

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MISC. FOR SALE

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REAL ESTATE

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MEDICAL SUPPLIES

560

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

604.587.5865

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PROFESSIONALS/ MANAGEMENT

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

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APARTMENT/CONDOS

Burnaby Condo $455,000 ESPRIT North #1408 - 7325 Arcola Condo w/ mountain view. 2 BR - 2Bath -2 Pkg stalls, storage. sauna and exercise rm. Income $1650. Vacant Brookside Rlty Dave 604-240-3523

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HOMES WANTED

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

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Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley

Tree removal done RIGHT!

WorkBC Employment Services Centres Abbotsford Abbotsford Community Services is looking for an experienced manager for its new Employment Program.The successful candidate will draw together the significant skills and expertise of six partnering agencies to provide comprehensive employment services to the unemployed in the community. The position starts on Feb 1st, 2012 in order to have the services operational on April 2nd 2012. The Manager will have a proven ability to develop, implement, and administer employment services/programs and have a sound working knowledge of employment services strategies, labour markets and programs. This individual will also demonstrate knowledge of performance based contracts and service components and unit management in relation to revenue generation A full job posting and instructions for qualified applicants can be found on our website at: www. abbotsforcommunityservices.com

Closing Date: January 12, 2012

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SALES

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

PERSONAL SERVICES

If I can’t do it It can’t be done Call Robert 604-941-1618 OR 604-844-4222 INTERIORS: Baths (renos/ repairs) specializing in drywall, doors, flooring, tiling, plumbing, painting, miscellaneous, etc. VERSTILE! EXPERIENCED IN OVER 30 LINES OF WORK! * Quality work * Prompt Service * Fair prices For positive results Call Robert SERVICE CALLS WELCOME

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MOVING & STORAGE

1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. Real Professionals, Reasonable. Rates. Different From the Rest. 604-721-4555. ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020

AFFORDABLE MOVING Local & Long Distance

$45/Hr

From 1, 3, 5, 7,10 Ton Trucks Licenced ~ Reliable ~ 1 to 3 Men Free estimate/Seniors discount Residential~Commercial~Pianos

604-537-4140 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240

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ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

A-TECH Services 604-230-3539 Running this ad for 7yrs

PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $269, 2 coats any colour (Ceiling & Trim extra) Price incls Cloverdale Premium quality paint. NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring & Maid Services. www.paintspecial.com

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

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604-777-5046 PAWN SHOP ONLINE: GET CASH FAST! Sell or Get a Loan for your Watch, Jewelry, Gold, Diamonds, Art or Collectibles - From Home! ONLINE: www.PAWNUP.com or Toll-Free: 1-888-435-7870

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PLUMBING

$36/HOUR. Local lic’d plumber. Big & small jobs. Plumbing, heating, plugged drains, call 604-325-6722

Classified Ads Mean More Business Call 604-575-5555 Toll-free 1-866-575-5777

AT NORTHWEST ROOFING Re-roofing, Repair & New Roof Specialists. Work Guar. WCB.10% Senior’s. Disc. Jag 778-892-1530 BESTCO ROOFING LTD. Res., Comm. Tar, gravel, torch-on, Sheet Metal, Duroids. Fully Ins. WCB Cov. BBB. All kinds of roofing. New & reroofing. Gill 604-727-4806 or Charlie 604-773-3522

APARTMENT/CONDO

Super Clean ONE Bedrooms

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AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Secure parking available. For viewing call:

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Quiet & well maintained bldg. Includes heat & hot water. On site manager. Cat okay.

Call 604- 522-5230

PETS 477

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 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 CHIHUAHUA Pom X puppies. M & F. Vet checked. 1st shots. $600. each. 604-226-7314 Abbotsford. COCK A POO PUPPIES Family raised (2) Female, (2) male. $500. Ready to Go! (604)467-6643 GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES $550: Born Sept. 26th. 1 Male, 1 Female. 604-836-6861 LABS YELLOW P/B pups, born Dec 14th. Dewormed, 1st shots, $750. 604-888-4662, (Langley) MALTESE pup, 1 male, 1st shots, vet ✔, dewormed. Family raised. 604-464-5077. MIN. SCHNAUZER PUPS 7-F 4-M tails docked, dewormed, 1st shots. Starting at $800. 778-834-1469 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 STANDARD POODLES. Brown & cream. 10 weeks old. CKC reg’d. vet ✓. $1,100. 604-746-9569 Abb. TOY POMERANIANS. 4 months & older. Vet ✓, healthy, 1st shots, dewormed, $550 up. 604-607-5367

Call 604- 521-3448

BUILDING SUPPLIES

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.

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:

FUEL

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FURNITURE

2011 EVER-LITE 27RB

Rozario 778-788-1849 Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management

Power tongue jacks, ext.shower, power awning, AM/FM/CD/DVD , and more! $25,483 (Stk.30970)

NEW WESTMINSTER

www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

DORIC MANOR 236 - 8th St.

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845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

PORT COQUITLAM

D/W, Heat and hot water included. Close to schools, shopping & public transportation.

www.aptrentals.net

Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal

709 COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL

FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022

750

BURNABY Brentwood, 1 bdrm grnd lvl suite, new kitch/bath, new fridge, nr pool, bus. Ns/np, avail now. $750 incl utils/cable. 604-209-6983.

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

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SUITES, LOWER

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

TRANSPORTATION 810

AUTO FINANCING

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!

Walker Manor 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.

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

Please call 778-994-2334

www.PreApproval.cc

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

Call (604) 931-2670

1-800-910-6402

WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Treat yourself this Christmas to $500 cash back. We fund your future not your past. All credit situations accepted. www.creditdrivers.ca 1-888-593-6095.

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CARS - DOMESTIC

MATTRESSES staring at $99

1993 Chrysler Dynasty LE - exc. shape in & out. 6 cyl auto, loaded. AirCared. $1275. 778-893-4866.

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

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

TRUCKS & VANS

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS Notice is hereby given to Creditors and others having claims against the Estate of Zsigmond Kiraly, late of #2 – 117 Agnes Street, New Westminster, BC, that the particulars of their claim should be sent to the solicitor for the estate at #235 – 550 Sixth Street, New Westminster, BC, V3L 3B7, on or before the 19th day of January, 2012, after which date the solicitor for the estate will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the executor then has notice.

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

CEDARWAY APT Bright & Clean 1 & 2 Bdrms

(formerly known as Middlegate) Quiet, spacious 2 & 1 Bdrms & Bachelor suites. Newly reno’d. Incls: Balcony, prkg, heat & h/wtr

847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES

2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, red, 160K, $8500 firm. Call 604-538-9257

WE’RE ON THE WEB

Phone: 604-522-9153

CLAREMONT TERRACE

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

Elec. happi-jac, ext. speakers, thermopane windows, awning, microwave. $24,483 (Stk.31050) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #30644

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

POP UP STORE avail fully serviced for $50/day. No lease. Easily fulfilled contract. Open to show 2-4pm Christmas week. 778-848-9808

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200

851

Colonial House 435 Ash Street

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

845

2004 GRAND CARAVAN, 36,000 KMS, v6, loaded, seats 7, $7950 obo. 604-780-8404

NEW WESTMINSTER

** 6960 ELWELL ST ** Near HighGate Mall

COQUITLAM

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

RECREATIONAL/SALE

2011 ADVENTURER 980RDS

6985 Walker Ave

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2003 FREIGHTLINER COLUMBIA highway truck, 450HP, 13 spd, Eaton Fuller trans, recent work done, brand new tires, fresh MVI. Make over $10,000/mo gross with job. Asking $22,500 Info 604-830-1700.

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

BURNABY

MERCHANDISE FOR SALE

828 COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

838

Call 604-837-4589

PETS

Blood Hound pups, CKC Reg health ✔, 1st vac., micro chipped, 1 male, 6 fem. Liver & tan, ready to go 604-574-5788

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....

821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS

TRANSPORTATION

2003 VOLVO V40, S/W, Blue, loaded 155,000 kms, auto, new tires. $5500 firm. Phone 604-538-9257.

BURNABY

• Tree & Stump Removal • Certiﬁed Arborists • 20 yrs exp. • 60’ Bucket Truck • Crown Reduction • Spiral Pruning • Land Clearing • Selective Logging ~ Fully Insured • Best Rates ~

545 353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS

RENTALS

TRANSPORTATION

APARTMENT/CONDO

BURNABY

HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS

706

HOME REPAIRS

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Andrew 604-618-8585 $ Best Rates $

MANAGER

RENTALS

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

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.

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BOXING WEEK SALE December 26-January 1

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Buy One Pair & get Second Pair at 50% OFF the regular price*

The best selection of comfort footwear including Clarks, Ecco, Josef Seibel, Merrell, Rieker, The North Face, Timberland and more

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Reg 144.99 Sale $79.99 Intercept WTPF

Col Mid WTPF (50258)

CHARCOAL (71703) WATERPROOF W/VIBRAM SOLE

WATERPROOF HIKER (VIBRAM SOLE) • CAFE LATTE

Jump Navajo (204283-824) BROWN/DARK CLAY VELCRO

Reg 149.99 Sale $89.99

- $10 Boxing Week Coupon = $79.99 Sensata Velcro (31113-474)

Reg 159.99 Sale $79.99

Reg 209.99 Sale $99.99 Pandora Mid Omni Fit GTX (88294) BROWN (GORE-TEX WATERPROOF HIKER)

- $10 Boxing Week Coupon = $79.99 Shade Slip On (20023-101)

CTR Cruise (66274) TRAIL RUNNER GREY/LIGHT BLUE

MOAB Vent (88357)

Reg 149.99 Sale $69.99

MULTI SPORT HIKING SHOE

Reg 159.99 Sale $99.99

BLACK LEATHER WATERPROOF & INSULATED

Reg 189.99 Sale $99.99

- $10 Boxing Week Coupon = $89.99 BLACK LEATHER

Reg 159.99 Sale $99.99

- $10 Boxing Week Coupon = $89.99

Reg 109.99 Sale $79.99 - $10 Boxing Week Coupon = $69.99

Sulis WTPF (20238)

BLACK LEATHER

Shade Velcro (20213-101)

Windsor

Eden MJ (46458)

BLACK (8000BK) BROWN (8000BP) D, 2E, 4E (WIDE WIDTHS)

MARY JANE SHOE W/STICKY RUBBER SOLE

Reg 134.99 Sale $79.99

Reg 139.99 Sale $69.99 - $10 Boxing Week Coupon = $59.99

Eden Peak (46470) BLACK LEATHER • TALL BOOT W/STICKY RUBBER SOLE

Dalya 03 BLACK LEATHER/VELCRO SLIP ON

Reg 99.99 Sale $79.99 - $10 Boxing Week Coupon = $69.99

TRAIL RUNNER

Reg 139.99 Sale $79.99 - $10 Boxing Week Coupon = $69.99

Reg 184.99 Sale $84.99

BLACK/BUFF SILVER

Reg 159.99 Sale $89.99

NTR Seismic (85265)

Reg 259.99 Sale $119.99 Eden Mid (46474)

Burlington BLACK (MCT410BK D, 2E, 4E (WIDE WIDTHS)

Reg 139.99 Sale $69.99 - $10 Boxing Week Coupon = $59.99

BLACK LEATHER MID CUT BOOT W/STICKY RUBBER SOLE

Reg 209.99 Sale $99.99 Mary Pump BLACK LEATHER DRESS SHOE • MED & WIDE WIDTHS

Colorado 118 ROMI-TEX WATERPROOF INSULATED WINTER BOOT RED, WHITE & BLUE ONLY

Reg 149.99 Sale $74.99

- $10 Boxing Week Coupon = $64.99

Reg 119.99 Sale $79.99 - $10 Boxing Week Coupon = $69.99 Tyler Sneaker BLACK LEATHER WALKING SHOE Reg 149.99 Sale $79.99 - $10 Boxing Week Coupon = $69.99

Nuptse Bootie IIIL

Nuptse Pull On

Hedgehog GTX XCR

BLACK & BROWN INSULATED BOOT W/WINTER GRIP

BLACK • INSULATED BOOT W/ WINTER GRIP

(HEDGEGTXL) GREY/BLUE GORE-TEX W/VIBRAM SOLE

Reg 99.99

Sale $59.99

Reg 109.99

Sale $69.99

Reg 139.99

Sale $79.99

Nuptse Bootie IIM BLACK (SALE EXCLUDES BLACK SHINY) INSULATED BOOT W/WINTER GRIP

Reg 99.99 Sale $69.99 - $10 Boxing Week Coupon = $59.99 Snow Beast Shoe BROWN SUEDE LEATHER WATERPROOF AND INSULATED

Reg 99.99 Sale $59.99

Metropolis @ Metrotown 604-437-5600

“Your Favourite Shoe Store.”

Park Royal North (By the Bay) 604-925-9756 Woodgrove Centre (Nanaimo, B.C.) 250-390-2821 Haney Place Mall, Maple Ridge 604-466-6405

All advertised shoes in ﬂyer are available at the Burnaby (Metrotown) location only. *Certain exceptions for BOGO promotion apply including SAS, Mephisto, Blundstone, Ecco, Hunter, UGG Australia, Robeez, and accessories. Half price discount applies to the equal or lower price pair of shoes. Limited quantities available. Sorry no rain checks.