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Extra INNINGS Started from nothing three years ago, a senior women’s softball league is fielding more players each year, and giving women a chance to get back in the game
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Rosie Sieg delivers a pitch for the pink team in the senior women’s softball league that convenes every Monday morning at Moody Park in New Westminster.
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Christel Dargel, 96, and MufďŹ n, a 24 year-old pony, appear to share a joke during a visit to the Finnish Manor seniors home by the Burnaby Horseman’s Association.
A cherished pony visit Muffin’s annual arrival at Finnish Manor eagerly anticipated by residents By Nicole Clark CONTRIBUTOR
Christel Dargel sits in her wheelchair outside the Finnish Manor Rest Home, whispering in German to one of her closest companions. She waits for her friend every year, often standing by the window in anticipation for three or four hours. When MufďŹ n, a 24-year-old mixed Palomino pony ďŹ nally arrives, the two are inseparable. “Christel talks nonstop and MufďŹ n listens,â€? says MufďŹ n’s owner, Janice Jackson. “The bond is unbelievable.â€? Jackson visited Finnish Manor with fellow Burnaby Horsemen’s Association member John Dargel (Christel’s son) recently. MufďŹ n’s visit has become an annual event. “We all get so excited waiting for the pony. We are like little kids on Christmas day,â€? said Bunny Price. Residents look forward to the
ďŹ n because a lot of people here outdoor event for weeks prior, grew up with horses, and for remembering MufďŹ n from past so many of the residents, their visits, which started ďŹ ve years memories go back to childago, said Jackson. hood,â€? said Jackson. The event has an added As soon as MufďŹ n arrives at charm because children also Finnish Manor, Jackson says, come to see MufďŹ n, making it Christel takes her leash and an intergenerational experience, said program coordinator never wants to let go. Christel grew up in Anne Haikonen. Poland and ďŹ rst Decorations, a fell in love with barbecue and “Christel talks games round out nonstop and Muffin horses when she lived on her husthe event. listens. The bond is band’s farm, said “It’s so nice Christel’s daughthat something unbelievable.â€? ter-in-law, Ulli so simple can Janice Jackson Dargel. Christel make someone’s later moved to day so bright,â€? Muffin’s owner Germany, then said Jackson. to Canada in John Dargel, 1953, where she came up with the enjoyed watchidea to bring resiing her son ride horses. When dents of Finnish Manor to see Christel is around MufďŹ n, it’s horses at the Burnaby Horseas if she is talking to a child, men’s Association when Chrisspeaking in gentle, calm tones, tel ďŹ rst moved into the care as if she has known MufďŹ n for home. They could only bring a lifetime. a small group, because many Ulli translates a question for residents require wheelchairs, her mother-in-law—how do you so Dargel decided to team up feel about MufďŹ n?â€? with Jackson and bring MufďŹ n “I love her. I hate to part with to the manor. her.â€? “There is a huge connection newsroom@burnabynewsleader.com between the residents and Muf-
City now has 10 intersection cameras Three more Burnaby intersections now have intersection safety cameras (ISC) in operation, bringing the total in the city to 10. The three new Burnaby cameras are located at Willingdon Avenue at Deer Lake Parkway, Willingdon at Lougheed Highway and Canada Way at Burris Street. They join seven sites that went live during the ďŹ rst phase of the provincewide program in January. Those are located at 10th Avenue at Canada Way, Kingsway at Royal Oak Avenue, Kingsway at Gilley Avenue, Canada Way at Edmonds Street, Willingdon at Kingsway,
Hastings Street at Willingdon and Lougheed at Gaglardi Way. “Aggressive driving at intersections is extremely dangerous—more than 40 per cent of police-attended crashes happen at intersections,â€? said Supt. Mike Diack of RCMP’s B.C. trafďŹ c services. Accidents at intersections are often more serious because they usually involve high speeds and right-angle or t-bone crashes. The $23-million upgrade and expansion of the program uses digital technology unlike its predecessor, which involved 30 ďŹ lm cameras rotated among 120 intersections.
Each camera had to be manually emptied and the ďŹ lm taken for processing. The new program will see digital cameras installed at each of the 140 highest-risk intersections in the province. Sites were chosen based on where cameras would be most effective in reducing serious crashes, severe injuries and fatalities. Red-light runners at those intersections will be sent tickets documenting the infractions in the mail. Half of the 140 cameras are now in operation. By the end of the year, all will be live, with 12 in Burnaby. wchow@burnabynewsleader.com
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Burnaby soprano Kirsten MacKinnon is one of two winners of the grand prize in the 19-to-30-year-olds category of the Canadian Music Competition. MacKinnon tied for the prize with pianist Jason Lee of Mississauga, Ont. Both winners will each receive a $2,000 scholarship. The final round of the competition saw 218 young musicians from seven provinces vie for prizes in Montreal.
Three Burnaby performers star in roles at Theatre Under the Stars’ (TUTS) 65th season of musical theatre. Until Aug. 20, TUTS performs Bye Bye Birdie and Anything Goes at Malkin Bowl at Stanley Park. Burnaby’s Aaron Lau plays several roles in Bye Bye Birdie, his seventh consecutive season with TUTS. Angela King plays Angel (Chastity) in Anything Goes. And Dave Campbell plays Elisha Whitney in Anything Goes. Tickets and info: www.tuts.ca.
The Vancity Fresh Air Movie Tour comes to Burnaby on Sunday, July 17, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. when it will present Rio at Confederation Park, 240 Willingdon Ave. People are invited to bring chairs and blankets. In addition to the outdoor movie, the Vancity tent will host a Plinko game with the chance to win prizes. Popcorn stands will be available, with all proceeds going to local charities.
SFU’s continuing studies presents a Philosophers’ Café discussion on the Metrotown neighbourhood on Wednesday, July 20, 7 to 8:45 p.m. at Bob Prittie Metrotown library. Burnaby was the first municipality to make a major commitment to increasing density and has since grown dramatically. The discussion will be moderated by Gordon Price, SFU’s director of city programs and a former Vancouver city councillor. Free, no registration required.
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Senior women get back in the game By Mario Bartel NEWSLEADER
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oftball is the love of Jo Mathieson’s life. When she was 15 years old she was recruited to play for a women’s elite traveling team based in New Westminster with the promise of a job at the Odeon movie theatre on Columbia Street. She started as a pitcher but became a catcher; she won a national award at that position. She traveled up and down the West Coast, to Northern Ontario, Saskatchewan and Hawaii. As her playing days dwindled, she took up coaching youth teams. When she got older, she joined a mixed seniors’ league. From her position behind the plate she noticed something; there were a lot of women in the field.
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Evelyn Strometski doesn’t let a brace on her knee slow her down as she heads for first base.
So three years ago she along the baselines to decided to form a league the outfield. The team of their own. played tournaments in That winter she put Japan, New Zealand, up a notice at the CamAustralia and the eron Recreation ComPhilippines. plex in Burnaby inviting But injuries took prospective players to their toll, and after 29 workouts in the weight years Robertson had room and training sesto step away from the sions in the expansive game. That is, until multi-purpose gymnashe saw Mathieson’s sium. She expected 20 notice on the bulletin women; 30 showed up. board at Cameron When the ball season Rec. rolled around, they “This is for fitness rarely mustered enough and fun,” she says. players for two teams at “We play the very the softball diamonds best level that we can, at Moody Park so they but it’s something I’m MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER practiced. good at. And it’s fun to Win or lose, the pink team gathers after a game to cheer their opponents, teach the game to new Undaunted, Mathieson themselves, the umpires and whoever or whatever else strikes their fancy. players.” did it again the next Like Faye Oakes. year; workouts in the the least young of the league’s playThough she played winter to prepare the ers, who range from 50 and up. softball when she was 16, the responwomen for the season that runs “Softball is part of my life,” says sibilities of school, then work and from June through August. This Makarenko, who started playing family took her from the game. time there were enough players for when she was 16. “I don’t know what Looking to stay active in their two teams and they started playing senior years, Oakes and her husreal games. They even competed at a I’d do without it. I just enjoy the competition. Every year I hope just tournament in Winnipeg. band Rick joined a co-ed league. one more year.” This year the senior women’s Faye loved it so much she wanted softball league has four teams. The more, but she was worried her A hotbed for softball players come from as far away as wonky knees wouldn’t hold up. PlayChilliwack, Langley and White ers told her not to worry, they’d run For Janice Robertson scuffing the Rock, but most live in Burnaby and for her. infield dirt on her shoes rekindles “We just sort of bond together,” New West. They play every Monday memories of her youth in the 1960s says Oakes, playing her second morning at Moody Park, from 10 when she won a Canadian champigame after knee-replacement a.m. until noon. The games last an onship with the Vancouver-based surgery. “There’s no reason to sit hour, then the teams switch around Green & Louie team, then moved around at home and just knit.” for a second game. Husbands are to Moody Park to play first base for The women’s seniors league is recruited to umpire. Doc’s Blues, a top women’s squad always looking for new players, “It’s a great game,” says that was managed by Burnaby who are placed on teams according Mathieson, who coyly dodges giving mechanic Adrian Lavigne. to their ability and age. For more her age. “The big thing is getting out Back then Moody Park was a information, contact Jo Mathieson at of the house and having fun. It keeps hotbed for competitive women’s 604-987-6791. us young.” softball. Robertson remembers playYou don’t have to tell that to Dot ing in front of packed grandstands newsroom@burnabynewsleader.com Makarenko of Burnaby. At 80, she’s and crowds two or three people deep
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Property owner ignores judgment to remove suite Case sparked by a 2008 complaint By Wanda Chow NEWSLEADER
A Burnaby property owner ordered by city hall to remove an illegal secondary suite still has not done so. That’s despite a judge’s order to do so over a year ago, a decision that was upheld on appeal in May. City hall has been working to get the owner to comply since first receiving a complaint about the suite and noise in October 2008. “Our file’s still open and we’re still working on that one,” said Bill MacLachlan, supervisor of bylaw services in the city’s building department. “We close our files as soon as we get compliance.” The case involves the home at 5713 Grant St., one half of
a duplex. It is owned by Serena Yeong Oh, a realtor with more than 15 years experience. There are no secondary suites allowed anywhere in Burnaby except for in-law suites, which must by occupied by a relative, MacLachlan explained. When city hall received the complaint, Oh refused to allow a city official access to the home to inspect it to determine if a secondary suite existed, according to the May 6, 2010 reasons for judgment by B.C. Supreme Court Justice Bruce Greyell. After she refused access on two occasions, the city got a court order to do so. When city officials confirmed the suite was built without permits and contravened the zoning bylaw, they ordered her to remove a wall, sink and stove in November 2009.
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In January 2010, after meeting with city council, Oh wrote to the city saying “I am in critical moment financially. One, my property is on judgment. Two, heavy debt. Three, virtually no income for two years.” She said she could not complete the work by the city’s deadline but would do so when her situation changed. “I also assure you that the suite is empty so there is no safety issues to concern.” Oh had also sued the home’s builder, Stadium Homes, over claims of deficiencies. In B.C. Supreme Court Justice Austin Cullen’s November 2009 judgment in that case, Gurpret Rakhra of Stadium stated the suite was not finished at the completion date of the home’s sale to Oh “because it was an illegal suite and would not have passed inspection by the city. “It was agreed between the parties that the suite was to be finished after the completion date and the issuance of the occupancy permit and indeed was finished one-and-a-half to two months later,” Cullen said. Oh won a minor victory in her case against the builder, and was awarded damages of $2,000. She lost a subsequent appeal. City hall, meanwhile, won its case despite Oh’s claims that the city’s bylaw enforcement officer was arrogant and hostile and acted inappropriately. “If the city was persistent in seeking access to the defendant’s premises, it was only as a consequence, in my view, of the defendant’s resistance to allow such access,” said Justice Greyell. “Simply put, she has an illegal suite in her premises. The city has asked her—indeed required her—to remove it. She has refused to do so. “It appears to me the defendant is doing all in her power to prevent the city from fulfilling its responsibilities under the Community Charter and its building and zoning bylaws.” As for Oh’s claims she was being discriminated against
since there are many other illegal suites, Greyell said, “The defendant cannot rely on the fact others are breaking the law to justify her own breach of the law.” But the case’s journey through the court system didn’t end there. Oh appealed, arguing she was denied a fair trial due to factors such as language problems, selfrepresentation and not having enough time to prepare. The appeal court justices didn’t accept the claims in their May 5 judgment, noting that by the time of her court hearing in May 2010, it was over one-and-a-half years since she was notified she was contravening the city bylaws, said the written reasons by Madam Justice Anne Rowles. And while Oh represented herself without a lawyer, the documents she prepared for the case did not reveal difficulties with the use of English language. The court proceedings were not of a complex nature “and the appellant, as a realtor, could be expected to be aware that zoning bylaws impose limitations on the use of property.” Oh also claimed in her appeal that the certificate of occupancy listed her home as being approved for “two family” occupancy, making her suite legal. The judges noted the certificate is for the entire building, which as a duplex, allows two families, but only one in each unit of the building. Despite losing the appeal, Oh still has not complied, said MacLachlan, who noted that this case is unusual for going to court. “It’s very, very, very, very, very seldom we have to do that. Usually we can resolve things with the property owner. This is an exceptional case.” Meanwhile, city hall has taken steps to warn potential purchasers of the property of the issue. Last year council directed city staff to file a notice in the Land Title Office stating that the property is in contravention of city bylaws.
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Metrotown projects could fund $17.2M in community benefits Green and Bonsor Funding in-lieu of on-site Inman parks, Bonsor Recreation amenities at three Complex, B.C. Parkway and the Bonsor Skateboard Park. developments in area The Chancellor at Metrotown, adjacent to Bonsor, will include By Wanda Chow a new seniors centre and more NEWSLEADER than 22,000 square feet of new non-profit office space is being If approved by council, Burnaby could receive a total of built in the area, all thanks to $17.2 million in community ben- the program. “Given the number, variety efit funds from three proposed and scope of specific projects Metrotown-area developments. achieved in the town centre to The project on Beresford date ... it is felt that, on balance, Street, between McKay and a cash contribution in lieu of a Silver avenues, specific amenity is is proposed the to comprise a A redevelopment appropriate,” report said. 38-storey condoof Station Square While the minium tower, shopping centre developer will street-fronting partownhouses could also generate contribute tially to turning and commercial about $4.9 million Beresford Street space. into a public “art ... for Burnaby. It will also walk,” some of the include restoraamenity bonus tion of the historic Daniel and Amelia Mowat Resi- funding could be used to make dence for use as rental housing. the concept a reality sooner, it said. In exchange for about 75,000 A redevelopment of Station square feet in additional Square shopping centre could density, the developer will conalso generate about $4.9 million tribute a community amenity in community benefit money to the city valued at about $6.2 for Burnaby. million. That figure is for the first According to a city staff of five phases of the project, report, the density bonus which would involve significant process in Metrotown has renovations to the existing already resulted in upgrades commercial buildings south and improvements to Central, of Kingsborough Street and a
mixed-use project consisting of a 35-storey residential tower, a major grocery store and retail space on the Kingsway frontage. It would include commercial space on the ground level and second storey of the podium and offices on the third storey. Additional density bonus funds will be collected along with rezoning applications for future phases, the report said. The overall concept is for five residential highrise towers over two to three levels of commercial. Another $6.05 million could also come by way of a density bonus for a proposal for an apartment tower and streetfronting townhouses along Dow Avenue at Beresford. All three projects still require rezoning approval from city council to go ahead. If all the community amenity contributions are approved, it would bring the account reserved for Metrotown-area projects to about $28.4 million. Of that, 80 per cent ($22.7 million) could be applied to a more substantial off-site amenity or affordable housing projects. Already, 20 per cent is reserved for affordable or special-needs housing projects. The additional contributions would bring that portion of the fund up to almost $5.7 million.
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Our own royal tour Say what you will about the Royal Family, it’s significant that Prince William and his new bride, Kate, chose Canada for their official international debut as newlyweds. After their arrival in Ottawa on the eve of Canada Day, they mingled with veterans, chatted with new citizens, paddled dragon boats in Prince Edward Island, got a taste of cowboy life at the Calgary Stampede, even tried playing a little street hockey, our unofficial national game. They were enthusiastic, gracious guests; in other words, perfect tourists. As often occurs when entertaining visitors, William and Kate’s travels across our country have also given us a chance to reflect on some of its greatness. Living here, it’s easy to take Canada for granted. But seeing it again through visitors’ eyes, especially ones who could pretty much take their pick to travel wherever they so desire without the usual constrictions of airline seat sales and advance hotel bookings, allows us to renew our appreciation for what we have. In our own eagerness to get out of town, often right out of the country, for vacation, we sometimes forget how much there is to enjoy right in our own backyard. With the price of gas pinching our pocketbooks, the economy still stuttering and uncertainty scratching our confidence, there is ample reason to just relax and become a tourist at home. A well-considered “staycation” can be good for the psyche; we have time to explore our immediate environs, maybe discover a new restaurant, explore a new park. We can become one of those people we envy whiling away a sunny workday afternoon on an outdoor patio. It’s also good for the economy, keeping our holiday dollars at home to support local restaurants, merchants and attractions. And it’s even good for the environment, as landfills will be spared ill-considered souvenirs purchased in the heat of the moment in far flung places.
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The HST fixed a tax imbalance While collecting taxes to fund society’s services is considered a group responsibility, for the most part we pay based on ability. With income taxes we pay progressively more as our earnings increase, thus the wealthier can afford to pay more. This works reasonably well since it means that those who can least afford to pay for collective services are still entitled to the same standard of living. With consumption taxes, however, we have a more flat tax system, whereby income doesn’t matter; you pay the same amount on products and services as everybody else. Nobody seemed to have a problem with this concept in B.C. until the provincial government decided to unilaterally harmonize the federal and provincial sales taxes Adrian into one value-added tax. Suddenly, it’s become an attack on the poor and those families who can least afford it, or so you’ve been told by HST dissidents. They call the HST a “regressive” tax, a $2 billion tax shift onto the poor and a jobs killer for the services industry. Well, the HST is a regressive tax, as was the PST and GST.
vice. But that isn’t a coincidence. Consumption taxes are inherently regressive, A tax system that artificially favoured services as they don’t discriminate on the basis of those was caused by government, and so the market who can afford to pay for an item. adapted to that unnatural imbalance in services. What this means is that the new car that was And though the change to the HST has been diftaxed at 12 per cent under the PST/GST and is still ficult, the benefits are showing. taxed at 12 per cent under the HST Broad-based consumption taxes is the same regressive A tax system that curtail inflation, stabilize consumer tax system, since it doesn’t charge a lower artificially favoured prices and allow free market forces to work. tax rate based on the The input HST tax credits have relative affordability for services was caused allowed B.C. businesses to expand, the consumer. by government, That’s simple enough. and so the market hire more people and recover from the economic downturn. But what has people adapted to that It’s unfortunate that the HST has angry is the fact that some services that were unnatural imbalance become a political debate, when it has very little to do with politics PST-exempt under the in services. beyond the way it was introduced. old system are now MacNair taxed seven per cent But don’t take my word for it. Ask any economist, accountant or tax higher under the HST. expert. This has been a difficult adjustment They’ll tell you the HST is a more fair, simple as consumption taxes went from a narrow-based and equitable means of collecting taxes for the system taxing mainly goods and not services, to high quality services British Columbians demand a broad-based system where taxes are applied from their government. equally. That’s naturally going to take some adjustment ■ Adrian MacNair is a reporter with The Misfor an economy like British Columbia where four sion Record. out of every five workers are employed in a ser-
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Re: Why accountants support the HST (Letters, NewsLeader, July 8) I read with disbelief Bruce Hurst’s letter regarding the HST. Mr. Hurst says the government needs more revenue in order to sustain services. By saying that, he is in agreement that under the HST we are paying more taxes. He says the previous system (PST and GST) didn’t make much sense, using examples that we paid PST if we bought a unicycle but not on a bicycle, on flower bulbs but not onion bulbs. The answer seems clear to me—unicycles and flower bulbs are a luxury, bicycles and onion bulbs are a necessity. You say that if we go back to the PST and GST we are going to be forced to pay back $1.6 billion to the federal government. In other words, if our government behaves mendaciously, we should remain silent and accept their behaviour for fear of repercussions. This I find disturbing. You say you would rather pay 10 per cent HST instead of 12 per cent PST and GST combined. False again, under the HST you will be paying 12 per cent until july 2012, and then 11 per cent until July 2014. With the PST and GST, you wont have to pay 12 per cent all of the time, but depending on your purchase it could be only five per cent or seven per cent. I say we need to vote Yes to extinguish the HST, to keep more money in our wallets, and more importantly, to stand up to our undemocratic government. Frank Di Cesare Burnaby
Can’t see economic benefits of the HST Like most British Columbians, I was totally appalled after the last provincial election, when the Liberals broke their promise and brought in the HST. Myself and many of my friends signed the petition against the HST. When Christy Clark became premier and announced the changes to HST I read all the information that was presented by the government and business, and thought perhaps maybe it wasn’t so bad after all, even to the point I was going to vote No to accept the HST. However several things have since occurred to me. Why are we paying this extra tax and getting back a one-time small token of $175, and then being promised the tax will be reduced to 11 per cent next year and 10 per cent in three years? There is no guarantee they will, with the way the Liberals lied last time. Why is the government and big business so ethusiastic about this tax? They say it’s going to lower prices of goods and services, and add more jobs to boost the economy. But after the first year of this tax there is no indication of this. But what really turns me off of voting for the HST is the fact the government is willing to spend $6 million promoting this tax to voters, money that could be used for health care and other more important things. Of course, who knows? The Liberals may raise the PST and use it the same way the HST is being used now if they don’t manage to get the vote
for the HST. Anyway something really smells bad about this and I’m glad I am seeing the way to go and that is to vote Yes, I want to scrap the HST. Cody Tabois Burnaby
Homosexuality should stop at school doors Re: Parents Voice rallying troops for election (Letters, NewsLeader, July 6) I hope that someone will decipher Brian J. O’Neill’s letter for me. It seems that he is saying: (1) Parents’ Voice should shut up about Burnaby School Board’s policy 5.45; (2) After its public pressure has failed, it should not follow up with political means; (3) What BSB did was right, causing the Parents’ Voice to have no say.
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On (1), freedom of speech guarantees everybody to have a right to express his/her opinion on any public policy. On (2), if public pressure fails to convert the authority, the alternative is to try to take over authority by political avenues. So what is wrong with the Parents’ Voice running to win seats on city council and school board? If it has the voters’ support, so be it. There are examples of one country one party, like Hitler’s Germany, Stalin’s USSR and Mao and his disciples’ China. I don’t suppose that Canadians would want any of that. On (3), this can be split into two parts. Firstly, BSB kept the revised version of the policy paper secret until it had been passed by the board. As it was such a controversal issue, the proper thing to do was to have it open to ample public consultation beforehand. Secondly, is policy 5.45 absolutely necessary? The answer is “no,” because there has already been policy to deal with bullying of any kind. Hence, BSB was wrong in both cases. One hidden danger of the policy is that it enables special interest groups to supply input into schools’ curricula to help homosexual propaganda. In my opinion, homosexuality should stop at the threshhold of schools. If the propaganda is not checked and is 100 per cent successful in turning all schoolchildren into homosexuals, in 50 years Canada will have no people to populate the country. Henry Ho Burnaby
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David Introligator bakes up a storm for Bastille Day admonished, “Qu’ils mangent de la On July 14 David Introligator brioche” (let them eat cake). will likely be in his kitchen, baking With support from some armed financiers, madeleines, macarons, members of the French Guard, the and canelés de bordeaux, getting mob of hungry, impoverished Parisians ready for a busy weekend selling took over the Bastille that afternoon. his traditional French delights at Emboldened by their victory, they farmers markets around Metro then marched on to the Hotel de Ville, Vancouver. It’s a long way from where they accused the city’s mayor the Champs-Elysées in Paris, of treachery and executed him. where he spent the first 30 years By late July, the spirit of revolt of his life. had spread beyond Paris to the The city’s grand boulevard countryside, where commoners is the focal point of France’s formed militias and attacked local celebrations of Bastille Day, the chateaux. The Revolution was on. national holiday commemorating Introligator learned all of this in the storming of the Bastille school. And when Bastille Day came fortress and prison in 1789 by MARIO BARTEL/NEWSLEADER around his family celebrated at one of armed demonstrators that sparked David Introligator, of French many outdoor parties around Paris, or the French Revolution. Made Baking, shows off a plate attended the huge military parade on Though the massive medieval of traditional French madeleines the Champs, followed by fireworks at stone structure in the centre of and financiers. the Eiffel Tower in the evening. Paris housed only seven prisoners, “It’s a celebration that if people unite together, it had come to represent the tyranny and inhumanity of King Louis XVI that kept much of France’s citizens in they can do anything,” says Introligator of the poverty while the nobility basked in opulent splendor; meaning of Bastille Day. For more about French Made as much of France starved through a bread shortage, Baking, and a schedule of their market dates, visit King Louis’ wife, Marie Antoinette reportedly www.frenchmadebaking.com.
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A review of how the province shares its gambling profits with community groups must restore slashed grants to former levels and curtail Victoria’s ability to interfere in the future, charity advocates say. The Community Gaming Grant Review, announced Monday by Premier Christy Clark, is to deliver a top-to-bottom assessment of the system and determine options to “create certainty and sustainability” for affected non-profit groups and charities. It will be headed
groups by 50 per cent by former Kwantlen and give 100 per cent University president to their favourite Skip Triplett. charities,” she said. Many groups were Rich Coleman, outraged in 2009 the former minister when the province cut in charge of grants to comgaming, had munity groups defended from $156 the cuts as million to $120 necessary to million a year. shore up B.C.’s That was raised budget amid to $135 million a deepening this spring global recesafter Clark took CLARK sion and said office. the reallocaSusan Marstions were geared to den, president of the protect youth groups B.C. Association for at the expense of Charitable Gaming, organizations serving characterized the raid adults. two years ago as an Marsden accused attack on non-profits, Coleman of putting particularly those in his personal anti-arts arts and culture. stamp on the decision “They decided and said she hopes the they were going review ensures nothto cut out arts and ing similar can happen culture entirely, cut again. environmental groups “We need to get entirely, cut other
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Helping an aging parent As a nurse and a child of an aging mother I am often asked by clients to give tips on how to ensure that their aging loved ones remain safe and healthy while living on their own.
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pening with her health, or is she saying everything is fine? Is the doctor actively listening to her concerns? Is she interpreting his recommendations properly? • Check medications by offering to go through her medicine cabinet with her, and drop off expired medicines at the pharmacy. Check dates on prescriptions to see if they are being taken as prescribed. • Watch for signs of depression—the main symptom being a sad, despairing mood that is there most days, lasts most of the day, and that lasts more than two weeks.
• Find out what’s Wendy Scott happening during doctor visits by offering to accompany her. Write down questions prior to the • Keep an eye on her mobility visit. Watch how she interand ask about her vision—two acts with her doctor—is she things that can help prevent expressing what’s really hapa fall and potential trip to the
hospital (find out who does free home safety inspections that can help prevent falls, or for help with any of the above). • Check to see that she is eating nutritious meals on a regular basis. Help by looking in her fridge to ensure that there is enough food and that it is not past its expiry date. Work with her to prepare small meals that can be frozen and reheated easily. Stay tuned for more tips on health, wellness, and maintaining safety as we age.
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A16 NewsLeader Wednesday, July 13, 2011 Classical accordion concert: Classical accordionist Olivia Steimel of Germany performs a musical journey through time and space, with masterpieces by
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Fraser Fest: Celebrate the working river with fun, hands-on activities and interpretive guided tours at the Fraser River Discovery Centre. When: July 23 and
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Thrift sale: Large selection of gently-used goods including clothing, household items and appliances, toys, craft supplies, sporting equipment and books. When: Saturday, July 16, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: St. Stephen’s Anglican Church, 9887 Cameron St., Burnaby.
Beaver Wetland Paddle: Explore the lakeshore by canoe. Glide along the calm headwaters of the Brunette River, stop by beaver lodges, and watch swallows and dragonflies dart overhead. Look for beavers as you learn about the important role they play in wetlands. Basic canoeing skills required, equipment provided. For ages six and older. Preregistration required. When: Friday evenings in July, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Where: Meet at Burnaby Lake Nature House on Piper Avenue, off Winston Street, Burnaby. Register: 604-432-6359. Info: www. metrovancouver.org.
PADS Garage Sale: Pacific Assistance Dogs Society, which raises and trains assistance dogs, is holding a fundraising garage sale. Donations of items in good repair for sale are welcome. Tables also available for rental for $15. When: Saturday, July 16, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: PADS, 9048 Stormont Ave., Burnaby. Info: 604-527-0556.
Tanabata-Japanese Star Festival: Celebrate this traditional summer festival by making paper decorations and writing your wish onto a colourful paper streamer, and then hanging the decoration on bamboo. A fun activity for all ages! When: Thursday, July 7, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Where: National Nikkei Museum & Heritage Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby. Info: 604-7777000 or www.nikkeiplace. org.
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Municipalities defend their business tax rates By Tom Fletcher BLACK PRESS
Local governments in B.C. have shown “a sliver” of improvement in their tax policies, but still place too heavy a burden on business, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business says in its annual survey. “In 2010, small busi-
nesses paid 2.79 times more in property taxes than residents on the same value of property,” the CFIB says in its latest report, released last month. “The business share of property taxes has been increasing over the last two decades, but dropped slightly over the past year.” Out of 160 B.C. munici-
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spending has increased mainly for protective services, parks and recreation. “The CFIB has a simple answer for the complexities of local government finance: cut spending,” Steele said. “It’s a hollow exercise to lecture about spending before considering the people who rely on the services municipalities provide.”
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Whistler (3.75), Terrace (3.73), New Westminster (3.73), Colwood (3.67) and Hudson’s Hope (3.67). The UBCM issued a sharply worded response to the CFIB survey in its June newsletter. Surrey Councillor Barb Steele, the current UBCM president, said administrative overhead has generally gone down, while municipal
property as the equivalent residential value (6.05). The rest of the list is Revelstoke (5.86), Kitimat (4.69), Coquitlam (4.69), Vancouver (4.55), Tumbler Ridge (4.33), Metchosin (4.12), Castlegar (4.04), Ashcroft (4.01), Lantzville (4.00), North Vancouver City (3.94), Burnaby (3.88), Logan Lake (3.87), Comox (3.82), View Royal (3.77),
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Action urged on threatened wildlife A task force report that calls on B.C. to bolster its protection of species at risk doesn’t go far enough, environmental groups say. Critics call the 16 recommendations vague and lacking teeth. The Species At Risk Task Force report concludes the extremely large number of species assessed at risk – 1,900 and rising – means B.C. should shift from a focus on individual species to a broader ecosystembased approach when considering new development. It warns the species-by-species approach “is leading us down a path of increasing complexity, overlapping initiatives and unsupportable costs even as the numbers of at-risk species continues to grow.” It does not propose a provincial endangered species law equivalent to the federal Species At Risk Act – a tougher legislative approach that conservation groups prefer. “We are disappointed that instead of
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to children. New Democrats have already been pressing for tighter rules. NDP leader Adrian Dix this spring proposed a ban on the sale of high-risk pesticides, leaving residents only able to use lower risk alternatives.
MACDIARMID to outlaw the sale of pesticides and the possible impact on farmers and forestry. Dozens of B.C. cities already have local bans on residential use but MacDiarmid said the ability to buy a herbicide or insecticide in one area and use it in another means there are grounds to consider a B.C. standard. “There’s a real patchwork around the province,” she said. Retailers currently sell pesticides even in cities where their use is banned. The Canadian Cancer Society argues long-term exposure to residential pesticides poses a cancer threat
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Teachers demand extra leave Public school employers say contract demands tabled by the B.C. Teachers Federation would cost the system nearly $2.2 billion more each year. The demands include doubling the provision for bereavement leave to provide 10 days paid leave on the death of any friend or relative. The union also wants teachers to be able to take 26 weeks off each year as a fully paid leave of absence to provide compassionate care to any person. The BCTF also wants wage parity with other provinces, although it hasn’t yet tabled an exact pay hike demand. Teachers salaries range from around $47,000 to over $75,000 a year.Salary parity would mean a 21 per cent raise for most teachers to match levels in Alberta and cost an estimated $618 million, according to the BC Public School Employers Association (BCPSEA). Other top cost drivers in the proposals include extra prep time at $417 million and $445 million for a retirement bonus that would give departing teachers an extra five per cent payout for every year they’ve worked. The proposals leave a wide gulf between the teachers’ federation and the BCPSEA, which aims to keep overall teacher costs frozen. Unionized teachers voted 90 per cent in favour of strike action last month.Any initial job action starting in September is expected to be limited to paring back administrative work and other non-teaching activities. The employers association said it’s concerned the teachers passed a strike vote at an early stage in talks. Negotiations are to resume in August. jnagel@blackpress.ca
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LOCAL, CANADIAN AUTHOR, CHRISTINE J LOGAN (Mackay, Goodwin) born Dec. 25,1964. Check out her new book: “To Touch Your Heart” poems of inspiration. Sold in Black Bond Book Stores, Louis Leather Shop, Kitchen on the Ridge and The Act Gift Shop (and Mosaic Book Store in Kelowna) Coming to Chapters Book Stores July 16,2011 with a book signing from 12 to 4pm. Thanks to everyone for all your support! Email for more info: tinemusic3@hotmail.com
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ATTENTION RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL SURVIVORS! If you received the CEP (Common Experience Payment), you may be eligible for further Cash Compensation. To see if you qualify, phone toll free 1877-988-1145 now. Free service! Dial-A-Law offers general information on a variety of topics on law in BC. 604-687-4680 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.565.5297 (Outside LM); www.dialalaw.org (audio available). Lawyer Referral Service matches people with legal concerns to a lawyer in their area. Participating lawyers offer a 30 minute consultation for $25 plus tax. Regular fees follow once both parties agree to proceed with services. 604-687-3221 (Lower Mainland) or 1.800.663.1919 (Outside LM).
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OUR beloved baby is missing. Tyler is a neutered, 1 year old male. He is a domestic short hair “tuxedo” cat. He’s extremely affectionate and trusting. He was last seen June 22nd near Mt Lehman Rd and Burgess Ave. Tyler has a tattoo in his right ear “719AASX”. We are offering a $500 dollar reward for his safe return. We love and miss him very much. Please contact Kris at 778986-5215 for any info. Thank you
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LONG BEACH - Ucluelet Deluxe waterfront cabin, sleeps 6, BBQ. Summer rates. 2 nights $389 / 3 nights $549. Pets Okay. Rick 604-306-0891
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Allied Windows in Langley, a company that manufactures durable vinyl and aluminum windows and doors, is looking for a DEALER SALES REPRESENTATIVE to join their team. Overview: This person is responsible for his territory to implement Allied’s sales and distribution strategy, maintain established distribution networks, approach potential clients, visit actual clients, keep clients informed of product line changes, organize sales and product seminars, follow up on bids, support the efforts of our After Sales department. Qualifications: • 3 years experience • Post secondary education • Proficient computer skills • Exc. relationship - building, sales & negotiation skills. • Strong communication skills • Own transportation. Email resume & cover letter to: rosy@alliedwindows.com
Publisher The Morning Star in Vernon, B.C. has an opening for the position of Publisher. The Morning Star, one of Canada’s leading community newspapers, is published every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday and has an extensive distribution network throughout the North Okanagan. More than 33,000 homes and businesses are reached in the communities of Vernon, Coldstream, Armstrong, Enderby, Lumby, Cherryville, Oyama, Spallumcheen, Grindrod, Falkland and Silver Star. The Morning Star is the No.1 news source in the North Okanagan and has been committed to serving its communities with in-depth local news, sports, entertainment, events and happenings since 1988. The Morning Star is part of Black Press, Canada’s largest private, independent newspaper company, with over 150 community, daily and urban newspapers located in BC, Alberta, Washington State, Ohio and Hawaii. Black Press is seeking a proven leader with an impressive track record in newspaper management, to build on the considerable growth the Morning Star has experienced over the past 23 years. Ideally, you should have a good understanding of all facets of newspaper operations with emphasis on sales, marketing and financial management. As publisher, you will be instrumental in developing a multi platform strategy for the newspaper and its online initiatives, as it continues to serve a rapidly expanding and diverse marketplace. If you are a critical thinker, customer driven and possess strong entrepreneurial skills, Black Press wants to hear from you. Please send your resume by July 22, 2011 to: Bruce McAuliffe, President Black Press BC South c/o Kelowna Capital News 2495 Enterprise Way, Kelowna, B.C. V1X 7K2 Email: brucem@blackpress.ca
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A22 NewsLeader Wednesday, July 13, 2011 EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION 109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES More Core Diamond Drilling is looking for Experienced Diamond Drillers for hydraulic and conventional drills. Work is located in the US and Canada. Must have valid first aid. Up to $600 a day + bonus. Send resumes w/references to jobs@morecore.ca or fax (250) 636-9159.
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770 ALBERTA HAULING need Class 1 drivers to haul logs in western Alberta. Experience needed. Call 780-554-8511 for more information.
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We are Rio Tinto Alcan (RTA) the aluminum product group of Rio Tinto (RT) - a leading international mining group (http://www.riotinto.com) and the global leader in the aluminum industry. We supply high quality bauxite, alumina and aluminum worldwide and our AP smelting technology is the industry benchmark. To sustain this enviable market position, we count on the driving force of our 24,000 employees in 27 countries, all sharing our passion for excellence in product innovation, global practices and standards and cutting-edge technology. In particular, our commitment to excellence in managing Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) responsibilities is the hallmark of our activities. Our ultimate goal is ZERO - zero injuries, zero occupational illnesses, and zero environmental harm. Located in the Kitimat region of British Columbia, the Kitimat, Kemano and Watershed operations are part of Rio Tinto Alcan Primary Metal North America. Over the next four years, the Kitimat Smelter will convert from 1950s reduction technology to the most advanced version of AP40 technology. This new smelter will have a maximum aluminum production capacity of 420 000 tonnes per year, primarily supplying the Asian markets. Rio Tinto Alcan is seeking qualified individuals to fill the roles noted below: Central Electrical and Instrumentation Supervisor Under the direction of the maintenance manager, the supervisor is responsible for managing maintenance teams in order to ensure optimum plant or business-unit operation. To this end and in order to meet predetermined business plan objectives, the successful candidate will control operating, service and maintenance parameters and procedures, ensures that quality standards are met, favours the growth of coaching teams, and promotes continuous improvement and the integration of health, safety and environmental issues. To qualify for this position the candidate must have: - 5+ years of industrial experi ence - 5+ years of previous supervisory experience - Interprovincial electrical trade certification Sourcing specialistService Delivery Under the direction of the team leader, the sourcing specialist – Service Delivery will deliver value by providing safe, efficient and effective procurement and in bound supply chain services to the functional operations. The responsibility of sourcing projects and assisting with the development and expected increase of purchase volumes will result through established sourcing processes and contract management practices. To qualify for this position the candidate must have: - Bachelors Degree or equivalent education/experience in business, engineering, mining or related discipline preferred (CPP or equivalent) - PMAC certificate or equivalent - Minimum 5 years experience in procurement preferred - Experience in mining, aluminium smelting, oil and gas, or heavy industry preferred - Knowledge of procurement and supply chain best practices preferred - Knowledge of contract law preferred - Knowledge of commercial law and mining requirement preferred The successful candidates will have “safety in the workplace” as their number one priority. We offer an attractive remuneration package, a range of Rio Tinto benefits, as well as the sought after opportunity to develop and expand your knowledge and experience with a world leader in the industry. Northern residency and experience working in a cross-cultural environment, coupled with knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities presented to those living in the North, are assets. To apply, please submit an online application (resume) directly at our website at www.riotinto.com/careers before Friday, 22 July 2011. Rio Tinto Alcan would like to thank all applicants, however only those shortlisted will be contacted.
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HUDD Transportation, a division of Damco Distribution Canada, Inc. is looking for experienced, full time company drivers. •
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STEEL FABRICATOR. Must have Red Seal, experience in running a crew, structural steel fab, installation, piping layout, painting & produce simple shop drawings. Email resume to office@vmsgroup.ca or fax 250-365-2131
ESTIMATOR for concrete/constr. 2-5 Yrs exp or construction grad. Duties: review plans, take offs, familar with Blue Beam soft. Email: djorge@avanteconcrete.com HEAVY Duty Mechanic needed for West Coast of Vancouver Island logging camp. Flexible shift, full benefits, permanent position and year round work. Fax resume to 604-681-8906 LOUISIANA-PACIFIC Canada Ltd. requires an experienced Jour- neyman Electrician for our EWP Operation in Golden B.C. Email resume to: Audra.Stanton@LPCorp.com or fax to 250-344-8859.
MERCHANDISE: From antiques & collectibles, to sporting goods & electronics, to parakeets & pet supplies, if it is considered merchandise for sale, you can find it here. Call bcclassified.com 604-575-5555 fax 604-575-2073
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MILANO PAINTING. Int./Ext. Prof. Painters. Free Est. Written Guar. Bonded & Insured. 604-551-6510
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PAVING/SEAL COATING
ALLAN Const. & Asphalt. Brick, conc, drainage, found. & membrane repair. 604-618-2304; 820-2187.
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300 Mountain High Bookkeeping Burnaby/New Westminster 778-397-7009 or mountain-high.ca
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PLACING & Finishing * Forming * Site Prep, old concrete removal * Excavation & Reinforcing * Re-Re Specialists 32 Years Exp. Free Estimates.
Call: Rick (604) 202-5184
ELECTRICAL
YOUR ELECTRICIAN $29 Service Call Lic #89402 Same day guarn’td We love small jobs! 604-568-1899
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LANDSCAPING
ARBORSCAPE TREE & GARDEN SERVICE. Removals, pruning, planting, hedge trimming. Call Johann 778-235-0343
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MOVING & STORAGE
POWER WASHING GUTTER CLEANING SAME DAY SERVICE AVAILABLE
Call Ian 604-724-6373
AFFORDABLE MOVING
353 ROOFING & SKYLIGHTS
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
#1 Roofing Company in BC
604-537-4140
All types of Roofing Over 35 Years in Business
MIKEY’S LTD. Short notice moves avail. 24/7. Free Est’s. Cheap FLAT rates, rubbish removal & yard clean ups. (604) 544-2224 or 347-0070 SPARTAN Moving Ltd. Fast & Reliable. Insured Competitive rates. Wknd Specials. Call Frank: (604) 435-8240
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$9 - 20/hr Marketing + promo company looking to hire + train a few outgoing people to work. No sales. F/T, 18+. Going back to school? Not a problem! Scholarship program available. Call Destiny at 604-777-2194
PRESSURE WASHING Andy’s Pressure Washing & Driveway Sealing (778)868-3374
1PRO MOVING & SHIPPING. We move - We ship - We recycle. Senior- Student Discount available. 604-721-4555 or 604-800-9488. ABE MOVING - $35/Hr. Per Person *Reliable Careful Movers. *Rubbish Removal. *24 Hours. 604-999-6020
GARDEN ROTOTILLING. Is your lawn being destroyed? We are certified to kill Chaffer Beetles. Lawn aeration, Reseeding or Installations. stump grinding, hedge Trimming, tree services. Cell: 778 885-6488
PLUMBING
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DRILLER HELPERS geotechnical drilling experience, requires clean driving record, travel. Competitive pay and benefits. Send resume by fax 604-594-1815 or email to EFulop@Foundex.com
INSIDE WORKERS REQUIRED for Commercial laundry in Port Coquitlam. P/T & F/T Mon. to Fri. $11/hr. Apply in person Mon-Fri at: #204, 1515 Broadway St, Pt Coquitlam.
HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES
AVIATION Company is seeking a purchaser / office assistant for our Langley branch. Relevant aviation industry experience is preferred. Candidate must posses computer skills and be able to adapt quickly. Please forward your resume to HeliWelders Canada Ltd. email: jasmin@heliwelders.com fax: 604-5305226 www.heliwelders.com
CARPENTER/FOREMAN for res & comm projects. Exp in forming, concrete, blue print reading, etc. Benefits/RRSP. Wage based on exp. Email: djorge@avanteconcrete.com
2 DAY FORKLIFT WEEKEND COURSE
BC College Of Optics
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AUTO/HD field mechanic. Forklift exp asset. Top wages. 604-5229111 or coastforklift@shaw.ca
DGS CANADA
*6 - month course starts Sept.12, 2011
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AIRLINES ARE HIRING- Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified- Housing available. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance (877)818-0783
OPTICIAN TRAINING
CALL 604-558-2278
MEDIUM Duty Truck dealership in the Vancouver area requires a Parts & Services Manager. You must be experienced and have the ability to increase business by building an effective team and delivering exceptional customer service. Our company offers a competitive pay package with excellent benefits in a fully-equipped ultra-modern facility. Apply in confidence: candidates@look.ca
Fax your resume and Driver’s abstract (N and P print) to 604-940-9319.
Every Saturday at 8:30am #215, 19358-96 Ave. Surrey NO reservations: 604-888-3008 www.dgscanada.ca Ask about our other Courses... *Stand up Reach *Fall Protection *Aerial Lift *RoughTerrain Forklift *Bobcat *WHMIS & much more. “Preferred by Employers
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JASON’S ROOFING
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All kinds of re-roofing & repairs. Free est. Reasonable rates. (604)961-7505, 278-0375
A-1 PAINTING CO.
604.723.8434 Top Quality Painting Exterior / Interior 173E
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The Lemare Group is currently seeking a hoe chucker/loader operator, and a boom man for the North Vancouver Island area. Full time, union wages. Email resume to: office@lemare.ca or fax 250956-4888.
Some great kids aged 12 to 18 who need a stable, caring home for a few months. Are you looking for the opportunity to do meaningful, fulfilling work? PLEA Community Services is looking for qualified applicants who can provide care for youth in their home on a full-time basis or on weekends for respite. Training, support and remuneration are provided. Funding is available for modifications to better equip your home. A child at risk is waiting for an open door.
HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES
SANDWICH ARTISTS ALL SHIFTS F/T, P/T Boundary & Lougheed Subway - Call Banreet 604-205-5060 No experience necessary. Uniform and training provided. 1 free meal included daily.
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CUSTOMER SERVICE REP. Aldergrove Company looking for a permanent full - time CSR. Position details include but are not limited to order entry, border paperwork, and various types of correspondence. Proficient exp. with Accpac, excel and word an asset. Benefits offered after 3 mths. Please e-mail your resume with cover letter stating wage expectation to rushcamp260@gmail.com FLAGGERS NEEDED If not certified, training available for a fee. Call 604-575-3944
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MEDICAL/DENTAL
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INTERESTED IN PRIVATE PRACTICE? BioClin Health Care is hiring casual RNs for our private infusion and injection clinics in Coquitlam, Surrey, Vancouver, and Abbotsford. RNs must have exceptional I.V. skills and critical care experience. Starting RN salary: $37/hr. Fax resume to: 1-866-276-2589, or email: careers@bioclin.ca.
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(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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Call Andrew (778)868-3374
BLAKE’S PAINTING & DECORATING Interior Exterior Spraytex ceilings/repairs Drywall repairs
Haul Anything... But Dead Bodies!! 604.
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CHEAP RUBBISH REMOVAL Almost for free! (778)997-5757, (604)587-5991 BEN’S RUBBISH REMOVAL $50-$150 per load. Yard cleanup. Burnaby & NW. 778-859-8760
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TREE SERVICES A1-TRI-CRAFT Tree Serv. Dangerous tree removal, spiral pruning hedge trimming, stump grinding, topping. Insured, WCB Free Est Arborist Reports
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SHIH TZU X Bichon pups, 8 wks, Vet ck’d, 1st shots, $500. Fam raised 604-860-4654/604-793-0552 YELLOW LAB PUPS CKC reg.. papers, first shots, dew claws removed,tatooed $900 (604)826-1088
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SAWMILLS from only $3997 MAKE MONEY & SAVE MONEY with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT 1-800566-6899 Ext:400OT. 1-800-5666899. STEEL BUILDING SALE... SPECIALS from $5 to $12/sq. ft. Great pricing on ABSOLUTELY every model, width and length. Example: 30’Wx50’Lx16’H. NOW $10,500.00. End walls included, doors optional. Pioneer Steel Manufacturers 1-800668-5422.
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U-PICK Strawberries. $1.25lb. Raspberries avail. 19478 Dewdney Trunk Rd. Pitt Meadows. 763-2808
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1903 MASON RISCH player piano. ball & cloth stool. over 100 piano rolls & cabinet $1200 604-448-1511 STERLING PIANO Low style. Very good ring. $800. Call 604-557-9644
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PETS
Beautiful & adorable purebred German Shepherd puppies born on Apr. 27, no papers. Loving & affectionate parents, vet checked, 1st shots, dewormed. Good family dogs. 604-796-3561 BICHON Pups CKC Reg. $650. Adorable. Hypo-allerg, vet chk, 1st shots, guart’d. 604-617-3470 Boston Terriers pups, ckc reg, vet checked, reputable breeder, excellent pedigree. (604)794-3786 CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866 CKC Reg.soft coated Wheaten Terrier pups, hypo-allergenic. Guarntd. Vet ✓ $1200. Call 604-617-3470 CUTIE Celia is ready, just 11 wks old, $450.Good with kids, CKC reg, vet checked,dewormed and vaccinated , shots taken, coming with registration papers. s.wallace43@yahoo.com ENGLISH BULLDOG puppies, Male/Female, P/B, mircochiped, dewormed, Vet check, health guar’d Call Andrei 604-970-3807. GERMAN Shepherd female pups, large boned, CKC registered. Vet checked, tattooed. Excellent temperament. 604-819-1414 German Shepherd Pup- adorable 15wks, Female. Dewormed. 1st shots. Blk/tan. $500 604-466-2757. GERMAN SHEPHERD PUPS. 2 Male & 2 Fem. $550. 1st shots & dewormed. Call 778-863-6332. GERMAN Shepherd pups & young adults. Quality German & Czech bloodlines. 604-856-8161 GOLDEN retriever X Australian Shepherd, 9wks. black M w/white markings $300 Dewormed. No Sun calls: 604-819-4404, 604-823-6703 LAB PUPPIES, beautiful Chocolate & Yellow labs, 8 wk old females, 1st shots, call: (604)856-8987. LOVEBIRDS beautiful exotic colours, orange face babies, 3mth old, only $50/ea. John 778-294-2883. MULTI POO minature black brown apricot 4-5lbs Hypo allerg, exc family pet vet cert $875. 604-341-1445 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 P. B. PRESA only 2 in litter, both males, $1200. Born May 6, great temp. born on farm. 604-855-6929 PRESA CANARIO X puppies, born May 8, on farm, great temp $650. 604-855-6929 or cell 604-217-1346 PUGS, fawn, 4 male, 2 females. family raised, vet chk’d, shots. $550. (604)796-2727/799-2911 PUPPIES FOR SALE, 9 wks old, Terrier X Chihuahua $300 Call 604-856-3855
Hoist V3 Home gym
Perfect condition, hardly Patented 3-D articulating;
RENTALS 706
WWW.BCAUCTION.CA BC Government Surplus Auction Vehicles, Equipment, Machinery, Seized Items and Misc. Items
566 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS Tree removal done RIGHT!
OTHER AREAS
TEXAS LAND FORECLOSURES! 20/40 acre tracts. Near growing El Paso-Was $16,900 (USD) Now $12,900 (USD) $0 Down, take over payments,$99/mo. (USD) Beautiful views, owner financing, FREE map/pictures.866-484-0857 (US)
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
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Aluminum patio cover, sunroom, railing, gates. 604-521-2688 www.PatioCoverVancouver.com
REAL ESTATE
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• Chest Press • Arm Press • Leg Press Paid $3500, sacrifice $1000. obo. Downsizing must sell.
Call: 604-309-6206 for more info. & photo
RENTALS 706
Well maintained ONE bedrooms. Includes cable, heat & hot water. Secure parking avail. On site manager. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Quiet & well maintained bldg., walk to Highgate Mall & transit. Cat okay. For viewing....
Call 604- 521-3448
APARTMENT/CONDO
FRASER PROSPECT Studio $715 1 Bdrm. from $760 Clean and Quiet Location. Large and Spacious Suites.
APARTMENT/CONDO
BURNABY
COQUITLAM
Welcome Home ! 1 Bedrooms available near Lougheed Mall and transit. Rent includes heat & hot water. Sorry No Pets. Refs required.
Super Clean ONE Bedrooms Quiet & well maintained bldg. Includes heat & hot water. On site manager. Cat okay. AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Secure parking available. For viewing call:
Call 604- 522-5230
NEW WEST 621 Colburne St. 1 bdrm grnd flr. Quiet bldg. $675/mo. No pets. Close to amenities. Avail now or July 1. Call: 604-454-4540 New West. Crown Manor 430 – 9th Street. 1 bdrm apart, on site ldry, 1 prking spot. Close to shop ping, all amens. Heat & hot water incl. $745/m. 604-451-6676 NEW WESTMINSTER:520-11th St. Large 1 bdrm w/ small storage room. Incl h/w & heat. By Transit. Cats ok. $695 - $745/mo. Call: 604-540-2028.
603
ACREAGE
20 Acre Ranch Foreclosures Near Booming El Paso, Texas Was $16,900 Now $12,900 $0 Down, take over payments, $99/mo. Beautiful views, owner financing, FREE map/pictures 800-755-8953
612 BUSINESSES FOR SALE EXT. HOMECARE CO. of 24 yrs. Lge. client base, low overhead, lge. return. $25,000. obo Incl. clients & equip. Randy (604)975-9832
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HOUSES FOR SALE
3 BDRM RANCHER ON ACREAGE, 1 BATH, WOOD STOVE, SHARED HYDRO, MINUTES FROM COW RIVER/TRIAL, 15 MINS TO DUNCAN. 250-7493188
633 MOBILE HOMES & PARKS Canadian CSA Modular, Manufactured, and Park Model Homes @ US factory direct wholesale prices. Starting @ 39,824 better features + more options = best value. The Home Boys 877-976-3737 or 509481-9830 www.hbmodular.com We will beat anyone’s price. Guaranteed!
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MORTGAGES
Mortgage Help! Beat bank rates for purchases and refinances, immediate debt consolidation, foreclosure relief, and equity loans. Free, fast, friendly, private consultations. Call 1-888-685-6181 www.mountaincitymortgage.ca
640
RECREATIONAL
LAKEFRONT Properties, For Sale 20 minutes from Qualicum www.hornelake.bc.ca
660 LANGLEY/ALDERGROVE HOMES FOR SALE-SUPER BUYS
www.dannyevans.ca
Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp. Langley
830
HONDA Goldwing & trailer, ‘89 GL1500, 143,000 kms, superb condition, too many accessories to list (eg. CB radio, CD player, intercom, Must see $7,000 OBO (604) 8575898
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SUITES, LOWER
975/MNTH 2bdrm bsmnt suite nr Highgate Mall. Close to mall,schools,transpo. Shrd W/D, NS/NP, util incld cbl/intrnt, 604 4327526 BURNABY, grnd 2 bdrm, inste lndry, cov prk, nr bus, avail. now, NS/NP, $900 incl util. 604790-8433. QUEENSBOROUGH, 1 bdrm near Walmart. $600/mo incl utils. NP/NS. Avail now. (604)526-6701
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AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Completely remodeled building and 1 & 2 bedroom suites. Located at Metro Town. From $850/mo., includes heat, hot water. Call 778-323-0237
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Rozario 778-788-1849 Skyview Manor 908 6th Avenue
BURNABY
AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY Completely remodeled building and 1 & 2 bedroom suites. Located at Metrotown. From $850/mo., includes heat, hot water. Call 604-715-1824 Burnaby:
4 Story bldg in great location. 1 bdrm stes from $780. Pkg, lndry rm. Close to transit, park and shops. Heat & hot water included. For more info & viewing call
Quiet, spacious 2 & 1 Bdrms & Bachelor suites. Incld: Balcony, prkg, heat & h/wtr
Professionally managed by Gateway Property Management
604-525-2661
COQUITLAM
Crescentview Renovated townhomes in magnificent area. Basement, patio, new appliances, garage. Call 604-834-4097 www.aptrentals.com PITT MEADOWS: 2 - 3 bdrm co-op T/H $1005/mo - $1089/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
2004 37C PACE ARROW, 15,800 m, Shaw auto satellite, 3 slides, W/D, custom cover, 10 yr paint protection, etc. Better than new. $79,900. Call (604)869-3313 2004 KEYSTONE MONTANA, 5th wheel, 33’ alum. frame w/fiberglass ext, 2 slides-outs, w/d ready, rear lounge, lge pass thru bsmt. storage, Arctic pkg, new 50K plus, like new sac, $23,500. Great snowbird unit. Call Ron 604-870-4799
Call 604-421-1235 www.aptrentals.net BURNABY
Park Crest Apts. 1 Bedroom Reno’d suites located in upgraded blding in cul-du-sac. Next to large green space. Incl’s heat, hot water and basic cable. Walk to Highgate mall. Quiet and clean. Cat okay. Deposit required. For viewing....
NEW WESTMINSTER
Large newly renovated 1 bdrm units available in wellkept concrete building. New floors and appl’s. Freshly painted. Patio and large storage room inste. 3 laundries in bldg. Rent incl’s heat & hot water. Sauna & jacuzzi. 5 min. walk to skytrain, Douglas College & New West Quay. Close to all amenities. Please call 604-834-1756 www.aptrentals.net NEW WESTMINSTER
RIVIERA MANOR Great 1 Bedroom, quiet building nr. amenities, Royal City Mall & Skytrain.
Call 604-540-6725
Includes Heat, Hot Water and Cable. Please call 604-526-0147
ANTIQUES/CLASSICS 3 burner stove, enclosed & heated water tank, microwave, $8,300 in Savings. NOW $34,995 (Stk.30221) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-877-651-3267 DL #31087
Vista Terrace 7465 13th Avenue, 3-storey building conveniently located minutes from SkyTrain. Renovated 1 bedroom suite from $785. Close to public transit, parks and schools. U/G prkg. balconies, lndry rm. Heat & hot water incl’d.
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HOMES FOR RENT
Albert 778-788-1853
ANMORE Coach House, 1100sf. 2 bdrm + den. 5 appl. Nr bus. Quiet, bright, new paint. Big yard. $1500: Nr Lake & amenities. 778-688-6622 MAPLE RIDGE. 3 Bdrm rancher on 1/4 acre, liv rm / fam rm, lrg deck. 2 lrg strg sheds, NS/NP. Avail Aug1 $1450/mo. Call 604-941-3259.
Professionally Managed by Gateway Property Management
747B SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING
For more info & viewing call
POCO DOWNTOWN All-Inclusive Seniors Residence CITY LIVING IN a Westcoast setting! Beautiful rentals available now in Wesbrook Village at UBC. Studios, 2-bedrooms and Townhouses. Call 604-228-2025 today, or mail DiscoverWesbrook@ ubcproperties.com www.DiscoverWesbrook.ca/bcy COQUITLAM, low rise concrete bldg, 2nd flr, 2 bdrm, 2 baths, undg sec. prk, gas F/P, balcony, $1150. Avail. immed. Call (778) 889-3731.
1 Bdrm. Apartment Rent incls. freshly prepared meals, cable, housekeeping, emergency response & activities. www.rjkent.com 2675 Shaughnessy St. Call: 778-285-5554 Vernon: Lakeside Assisted Living Home, licensed, Space Available, Pictures & info by email shason@telus.net or call Steve at (250)306-0734
847 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES
2004 JEEP GRAND Cherokee Ltd. 4x4, auto, red, 160K, $8800 firm. Call: 604-538-9257
TRUCKS & VANS
2000 FORD F350, V10, 102K, 1991 Terry 5 whl, extras. Must be seen. $18000 obo. Lorne (604) 312-5336. 2002 CHEVY ASTRO VAN, white, A/C, 103K, interior like new, AirCared, $7400. Call 604-598-0405. 2003 DODGE DAKOTA, ext cab, 2 wheel drive, auto, canopy, 105K, $8000 firm. Call 604-538-4883.
2011 COLEMAN 192RD
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND OTHERS
1996 CHEV SURBURBAN 2 door, 283 auto, p/s, p/b, disc brakes on front mag wheels, blk interior. $14,500. 604-626-4799
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AUTO FINANCING
DSI Water Heater, A/C, large double door fridge, AM/FM/CD, microwave & more! $16,995 (Stk.30824) www.fraserwayrv.com 1-800-806-1976 DL #31087
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SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
The Scrapper
FREE CASH BACK WITH $0 DOWN at Auto Credit Fast. Need a vehicle? Good or Bad credit call Stephanie 1-877-792-0599 www.autocreditfast.ca. DLN 30309. Free Delivery WANT A VEHICLE BUT STRESSED ABOUT YOUR CREDIT? Last week 24 out of 28 applications approved! We fund your future not your past. Any Credit. Receive a $500 Gift Card. 1-888-593-6095.
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CHECK CLASSIFIEDS bcclassified.com 604-575-5555 AAA SCRAP CAR REMOVAL Minimum $150 cash for full size vehicles, any cond. 604-518-3673 #1 FREE SCRAP VEHICLE REMOVAL ASK ABOUT $500 CREDIT $$$ PAID FOR SOME 604.683.2200
CARS - DOMESTIC
Re: The estate of Norbert John Hogg, deceased, formerly of #116, 5 K de K Court, New Westminster, British Columbia. Creditors and others having claims against the above noted estate are hereby notified under section 38 of the Trustee Act that particulars of their claims should be sent to the Executor at 21343 - 86th Avenue, Langley, B.C. V1M 1Z7 on or before Aug. 15th, 2011, after which date the Executor will distribute the estate among the parties entitled to it, having regard to the claims of which the Executor then has notice. Michele Lindsay, Executor 604.882.8898
1991 CADILLAC Allante only 43,000 mi. Estate sale from La Conner, WA. Removable hardtop & Softtop. $8,500. 604-309-4001 1995 Mustang - 2.3 L, 5 spd man. 138,000K. Good running order. Cln. a/cared. $1250/obo. 604-888-1086 2004 SATURN ION, under 100 Km, good running cond. $2,995. Phone (604)939-7919. 2007 PT CRUISER only 22,000 miles. Sport wheels. $8,500. obo. Call 604-309-4001.
821 CARS - SPORTS & IMPORTS Burnaby
FREE TOWING 7 days/wk. We pay Up To $500 CA$H Rick Goodchild 604.551.9022
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TRANSPORTATION 806
Autos • Trucks • Equipment Removal
2010 COLEMAN 325
Rozario 778-788-1849
BURNABY
1 Bdrm Apts starting at $950 2 Bdrm Apts starting at $1200 Heat and hot water included. Dishwasher, fridge, stove, balcony, shared laundry. Avail Immed. Close to amen, schools and mall.
RECREATIONAL/SALE
TOWNHOUSES
Park Villa 529 10th Street
** 6960 ELWELL ST ** NEAR MIDDLEGATE
SCRAP CAR REMOVAL
CA$H for CAR$ No Wheels -No Problem! Servicing the Fraser Valley 604-746-2855
Rozario 778-788-1849
3 Story bldg in great location. 1 bdrm stes from $760. Parking, lndry rm. Close to transit, park, shops. Heat & hot water included. For more info & viewing call
CLAREMONT TERRACE
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OFF-ROAD VEHICLES
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Colonial House 435 Ash Street 3 Story bldg in great location. 1 bdrm stes from $760. Covered pkg, lndry rm, landscaped common area. Close to park, transit, shops. Heat & hot water incl’d. For more info & viewing call
MOTORCYCLES
1992 JEEP WRANGLER TJ 4WD good tires, no rust, needs fuel pump $2500. Call 604-521-2258.
NEW WESTMINSTER BURNABY
TRANSPORTATION
748 SHARED ACCOMMODATION
Member of the Crime Free Multi Housing Program BURNABY
TRANSPORTATION
MAPLE RIDGE lrg bright furn’d or unfurn room for female only in character home. Sml pet ok. Now. $500 incl strg/utils/internet. 604-374-8850
Call (604) 931-2670
To arrange a viewing, call Greg at 604.319.8812
MAPLE PLACE TOWERS
REAL ESTATE
RENTALS
2006 MAZDA 5, 6 pass van, touring edition, loaded, auto, sunroof, 17’’ wheels. $9,900 obo. 604-309-4001.
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VEHICLES WANTED
ALWAYS CA$H Scrap Vehicle & Equipment Removal.
Don 778.938.6277
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